The Carrero Effect: Limited Edition cover.

Carrero #1

by L.T. Marshall

Emma Anderson has everything in her life worked out, the perfect job in a Manhattan empire allowing her to live a quiet organised and safe existence. A necessity to her. That is until a promotion sends her straight into the presence of her young, super hot playboy billionaire boss and stuck as his right-hand man every waking moment of every single day. Like chalk and cheese, two people with no longing for love or complication this unusual pairing may either be just what she needs in her life or the absolute path to disaster. He is everything she is not, compulsive, confident, laid back, dominant and fun, with an ability to steamroller over her manicured ice maiden exterior. New love, overwhelming emotion and heartbreak. This tale will take you on a rollercoaster begging for more. Love-able sexy characters and deep emotional topics. Contains some mature, adult content and language.
Book one in The Carrero Trilogy.

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

432 pages, Paperback

Published May 16, 2017

About the author

Books to date -

Awakening (book 1 )
Awakening (book 2 in progress)

The Carrero Series*

The Carrero Effect (book 1)
The Carrero Influence (book 2)
The Carrero Solution (book 3 )
The Carrero Heart - Beginning (book 4)
The Carrero Heart - The Journey (book 5)
The Carrero Heart - Happy Ever Afters (book 6)
The Carrero Contract - Selling Your Soul (book 7)
The Carrero Contract - Amending Agreements (book 8)
The Carrero Contract - Finding Freedom (book 9)

The Carrero Bonus Book Series*

Jake's View - Fan requested POV bonus chapters
Arrick's View - Fan requested POV bonus chapters

Other Books*

Just Rose - A standalone novel
Awakening Book 1
Awakening Book 2
Destined To Be His Wife
Til Death Do Us Part
The Breath you Left
WIP - Teen Drama

Leanne Marshall is a Scottish-born and bred romance writer with more than average life experience. She has been a torrent of wild things, including a singer in a girl band, animal rights activist, and charity owner, worked on radio, and offered jobs on TV.
A passionate, restless soul who has always found peace in writing, the only way to calm that fiery spirit.
She uses her wit and dark humor to her advantage in her works and has been an avid reader for most of her life. Her influences vary, but from early life and a teen stint in journalism, she applies logic to most of her plot lines, is a confessed research fiend, and likes a lot of psychology behind her character's actions.
She currently resides in Central Scotland with her two children and Fiancee of 13 years, making waves in the book world with her signature 'WTF moments' she likes to apply in each story, hints of humor, and devastating emotional rollercoaster rides.
Quote from L.T. Marshall - 'Writing has always been an escape for me, loving that no matter what you are doing, where you are - you can create ideal fantasy and get lost in someone else's life. I love nothing more than drawing a reader with me on a journey that tortures your every emotion before the grand exhale.'

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Reviews

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Blurb:
Emma Anderson has everything in her life worked out. She has her perfect job in a Manhattan empire allowing her to live a quiet and organised safe existence. A necessity to her, after a childhood filled with bad memories, abuse, and a mother who was less than useless. But, with it comes a problem, one that could derail everything she thought she needed in her life. Her promotion sends her straight into the close employment of young, gorgeous, playboy billionaire, Jacob Carrero with his formidable reputation for being a player. Stuck as his right-hand man, every waking moment of every single day, she realises he is exactly the type of person who could drive her crazy, and not in a good way. Like chalk and cheese, he is everything she's not. Compulsive, confident, laid back, dominant and fun, with a seriously laid back attitude to casual sex and dating. Jake is the only one with an ability to steamroll over her manicured ice maiden exterior, who is not phased by the closed in demeanour and cool manners, but as much as she wants to, letting him in is another thing entirely. A past that made her man wary and no desire to ever let one close enough to hurt her again, Jacob Carrero has his work cut out. He is not someone who takes NO for an answer and will have to learn how to break through if he wants more than the mask she shows the world. Jake needs to show her that even some one like him can change when that one girl that matters breaks through. Love-able sexy characters and deep emotional topics. Contains some mature, adult content and language.
Book 1 in The Carrero Series.

[Patrice Gotting - #prdgreads · Rating 5 out of 5]

this is a re-read for me, and just like the first time I read it I'm unsure on how to review it because I'm feeling so many emotions and really struggling to put them into words.

I know a lot of people don't like to re-read books because they think it's pointless, after all you already know what's going to happen! - I loved this book even more this time round, because I knew the main plot points and what was going to happen I picked up on things I hadn't before, noticing the small things and knowing they are the start of Emma letting go of her "ice queen" persona and letting Jake slowly chip away at it.

It also makes the heart wrenching moments worse, I saw the build up sooner and was dreading it earlier than I had been before, it built anticipation and made it more of a page turner.

Reading about Emma's turbulent relationship with her parents (both for different reasons) really struck a chord with me, especially with her mum, a mother and daughters relationship is supposed to be a special one, and I found myself relating to her, because deep down despite what she said, you could tell that all she really wanted was for her mum to love her and want to be there for her the way a mother should.

I absolutely loved seeing the relationship between Jake and Emma blossom, it was so heartwarming watching him just be there for her and try to prove to her that not everyone will want something from her or walk away from her.

The constant push and pull of their relationship, both working and personal was frustrating but addictive to read about.

And the ending broke me all over again. I can't wait to get lost in the second book and be back in the world of Jake and Emma.

[Stephanie Scott-Emslie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book reminded me of the movie Two Weeks Notice with a twist of Fifty Shades. The main character Emma struggles with psychological issues caused by a traumatic childhood which I had trouble relating too, but I can empathize with anyone who has to deal with these emotional burdens that can affect day to day life. I haven't decided if I will read the rest of the series yet since I prefer to read books with a stronger, more self-assured and independent female lead character. The male lead, Jake, gave me mixed signals regarding his personality. His use of nicknames and sexual innuendos are a little off-putting but then he is capable of doing a 180 and being the charming considerate 'guy best friend' type. So I've been left conflicted with my feelings for the two main characters and the book overall. I would still recommend it for anyone who likes the idea of an office romance with the 'hot playboy boss' kind of fantasy! There is no shortage of sexual tension and questionable professional conduct! Enjoy!

[Megg Geri · Rating 5 out of 5]

Utterly heartbreaking and completely addictive

I want to go to bed for a week and sleep. I want to cry my heart out because I am so connected to Emma that I feel like I am her. My heart is broken. What a fantastic read. I was drawn into the Carrero world and connected on such a deep level with Emma.

[Suzie · Rating 4 out of 5]

4. 5 amazing stars

For a debut book and the first of a series this was a brilliant way to start. The Carrero Effect centres around Emma and Jake and their relationship. Emma hides behind her PA persona and is the ultimate professional while working for Jake she begins to let her guard down and we see glimpses of how she ban really be. It is obvious that something in her past has caused her to behave like this and Jake is determined to get through to her. Just when it seems that they have taken a step forward the appear to go 3 steps back. As they become closer things begin to get a little complicated and something has to give. This book ends on a cliffhanger of epic proportions but lucky enough Book 2 is available to download right away. Can't wait to read more from the author.

[Michaela in Bookish Wonderland · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had wanted to read this book for a long time after seeing so many positive comments about it! It was definitely worth the wait and I was far from disappointed!

26 year old Emma gets a job as PA for attractive millionaire Jake Carrero. Their relationship has a rocky start but the pair eventually become friends and Emmas walls slowly start coming down with Jakes help and persistence.

I really felt for Emma. I sympathised for her, laughed with her, it was very easy for me to warm to her character. I loved her strength, and my admiration for her grew as we learnt more about her past.
I had a harder time accepting Jake. The character was very well written but I found his personality a bit strong at times which I actually really liked.

I could not put this book down and will definitely be continuing the series! Highly recommended!

[Carly · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is such an emotional rollercoaster, I loved it.

At first I really couldn’t warm to uptight Emma but Jake slowly broke her and made her loosen up (especially drunk Emma😉)

I soon got sucked into this story and felt like I was Emma , I felt all her emotions first hand, I had to remind myself many a time that it wasn’t real life. Leanne writes in such a way to make you feel this, she’s a fantastic author who needs to be recognised more.

I would love to see this story turned into a film or a Netflix series.

Move over E.L.James , L.T.Marshall has arrived !!

[Katie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I finished The Carrero Effect by L.T. Marshall yesterday but it's only now that I feel able to convey my feelings in what I hope will do this book some justice. To say I loved it would be an understatement, I absolutely freaking fell head over heels for this book. Within the first few pages I was gripped, I just had to go on this journey and see where we ended up.

Emma is a PA living in New York when she gets a promotion to a PA of Jacob (Jake) Carrero, millionaire and has an army of leggy females all around the country. Emma has to cater to Jake's every whim and from the very start it's clear how different they are. Emma is hiding a past and Jake is determined to get her out of her shell and to just relax.

At first, I struggled to warm to Emma but by the end of the first few chapters I loved her. Later when we learn of Emma's past and why she is the way she is, I loved her even more. Her strength and her willpower is still fabulous. I adored the relationship that surfaced between Jake and Emma, be prepared to go through a range of emotions with this pair.

I was gripped by this book, I couldn't put it down, I just had to know what was going on. My emotions went through the wringer and it was a rollercoaster of a read.

I don't want to say too much more apart from go read this book and then download book two as you'll have to after that ending! I have book two ready to go once my emotions have calmed a bit more!! Absolutely amazing read with some very believable and likeable characters.

[Lisa Sherman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I stumbled across this as a book suggestion as I was searching for a trilogy to read, I'm quite picky about triolgys as I like to go along on a journey with the characters and envolpe my self into there story. This book did not disappoint!!! from the very first chapter I was swallowed up into there universe, I invested myself into there relationship. Luckily as I was late to the Carrero saga I didnt have to wait to continue on the journey. IfI had read the book upon it's first release I would have been devasted to wait for the continuation.
If you like myself appreciate a amazing romance with complex charters emotions please read this series.
The Author has a way of capturing your emotions from laughter to ugly crying almost without even trying.

[Izzie d · Rating 3 out of 5]

Boss/PA relationship.
Ex drama.
Hero is with others after meeting heroine, though no details.
Hero gets ex pregnant and finds out when he is with heroine. It's not cheating as they are not a couple as they feel it's crossing the emplyer/employer line but they have kissed etc.
Things may not been as they appear.
Cliffhanger.
To me they seemed a bit childish, shouting and rowing all the time.
The story does draw you in.

[Lauren (Lauren_readsandreads) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing!

This is me second reread of the Carrero Effect, it still made me go through loads of emotions while watching Emma and Jake become entwined in each other's lives. I enjoy L.T Marshall's writing style. The story has depth to it and isn't your run of the mill contemporary romance. It tackles different issues and it well written.
I recommend it to everyone I speak to.

[Arianna · Rating 3 out of 5]

Che lagna questa ....

[Harem's Book · Rating 4 out of 5]

Jake&Emma

Vi siete mai chiesti perché amiamo i Romance?

Amiamo leggere un romanzo perché vogliamo una storia, abbiamo bisogno di sapere come va a finire.

Amiamo il romance perché vogliamo sognare evadendo dalla quotidianità, vogliamo l’eccezionale verosimile, un quotidiano straordinario. Dobbiamo essere in grado di immedesimarci e fantasticare, comprendere quello che provano i protagonisti nella dimensione fittizia del sospiro della storia d’amore romanticissima. Passioni intense, sentimento puro, situazioni da sogno.

La curiosità del lettore è la scintilla vitale di un romanzo, perché se il lettore abbandona una lettura il romanzo è condannato all’oblio, se al contrario prosegue entusiasta, la storia vive e si propaga nel tempo perché la racconterà ad altri e la rileggerà lui stesso. Ci sono meccanismi, abilità e accorgimenti, per trasformare un libro in un “page turner”, uno di quei testi che ti obbliga a proseguire la lettura, con la memorabile frase che sussurriamo a noi stessi “ancora un capitolo, solo uno…”. Per ritrovarsi il mattino dopo con le occhiaie da lettore… Quello che fa la differenza quindi, in un panorama affollato come quello del romance, è spesso proprio la capacita di incuriosire il lettore e stupirlo. O con personaggi indimenticabili oppure stuzzicandolo nella trama aprendo diverse possibilità: solo proseguendo la lettura il lettore infatti potrà sapere quale si avvererà. Il narratore deve proporre una soluzione narrativamente credibile, eppure pienamente soddisfacente e emozionante, che possa ampliare la gamma del verosimile e reale.

Ci piace leggere una storia in cui sappiamo che alla fine i buoni vinceranno, perché i sentimenti saranno più forti e l’amore trionferà. E, posso dirlo?in tutto questo non c’è niente di male, non c’è niente di banale. Piuttosto è semplicemente fantastico ricordarci che nella vita c’è sempre spazio per la speranza e per un sogno, che ognuno di noi merita di essere amato così come è, per quello che è. Nessuno di noi è sbagliato, rotto o destinato a rimanere da solo. Tutti noi abbiamo la nostra anima gemella, c’è chi ci completa e chi ci ama per quello che siamo, chi forse ci insegna ad amare noi stessi, imperfetti e impauriti, insicuri e fragili. E questo è un romance.
Questo romance qui.

Una bella storia d’amore con due personaggi che vi sembreranno due vecchi amici e vi faranno ridere, dannare, parteggiare senza ritegno! Vi sembrerà veramente di assistere alle vicissitudini di una coppia di amici pazzerelli, di essere quasi un loro confidente, una loro amica che ascolta i guai sentimentali di entrambi e che prima tifa per uno e poi per l’altra. Magari intervenendo e urlando a questi due testoni di lasciar parlare il cuore e di fidarsi l’uno dell’altro e di non aver paura dei loro sentimenti (oh, magari qualche sbronza di meno LOL).

Si tratta non solo di un romanzo ma di una trilogia e la cosa mi sorprende perché ultimamente - lo confesso - sto fuggendo a gambe levate da qualsiasi storia che si dilunghi in più tomi. Preferisco lo stand alone anche in una serie perché trovo chespesso ci siano delle lungaggini inutili e pretestuose, poiché la incisività del racconto è diluita per scopi pubblicitari o per strategie di marketing. Invece, vi assicuro che questa è una trilogia che si legge in un soffio. Ho letto personalmente un libro al giorno ma sfido chiunque di voi a mollare il romanzo. Perché è davvero un page turner.Come mai? Perché è ben concepita la trilogia e, seppure vi siano degli attardamenti, ogni volume è ben studiato e armonico. Ha un suo perché.

Nel primo volume,Effetto Carrero: La promozione, abbiamo i presupposti alla storia travagliata di Jake ed Emma, il preludio alla storia. Conosciamo i caratteri dei protagonisti, intravediamo le personalità di questi due personaggi estremamente complessi ma restiamo nel clima sexy e intrigante dell’Office Romance. Dialoghi brillanti, tensione sessuale, allusioni a un back ground intrigante di entrambi, un’ambientazione scintillante e mondana.

Nel secondo volume, Ascendente Carrero: Ridefinizione delle Regole, con coerenza narrativa avremo l’esplodere della storia d’amore in un Romance più che appassionato, con delle sfumature molto calde di sensualità e di erotismo che vi stuzzicheranno e vi faranno arrossire mentre sfogliate le pagine.

Al terzo volume, Soluzione Carrero, chiediamo un epilogo, lo scioglimento della trama e di tutte le vicende lasciate in sospeso, situazione che si verificherà puntualmente e in modo profondo, non scontato, con lo svelarsi di una complessità dei personaggi interessante.

Quindi partiamo con quello che si rivela un Office Romance e come tale chiama un protagonista alfa, virile e magnetico. Estremamente carismatico, sexy e un po’ prepotente, autoritario e affascinante, ricco e potente

…è bello in un modo peccaminoso e devastante, è sicuro di sé e popolare tra il genere femminile...È bravo a farmi sentire una bambina. «Non mordo... non molto!» Sorride e mi fa lo sguardo da 'Lo so che sono sexy'. I miei occhi si sgranano per la paura, ma mi rendo conto che scherza. Sorrido imbarazzata nel tentativo di mascherare la mia reazione e il battito accelerato, e mi rimprovero silenziosamente per essere così stupida
Sembrerebbe un cliché ma parliamo di Jacob Carrero, per gli amici Jake. Non è soltanto un Latin Lover italiano dal sangue caldo fumantino, gelosissimo e appassionato, è anche irresistibilmente ironico e divertente. La vera fortuna di questo personaggio è proprio l’ironia che stempera e umanizza la figura da alpha Hero.

A volte sembra proprio un ragazzino. Allunga le mani dietro la testa nel suo modo rilassato, chiude gli occhi mentre lo guardo perplessa ma ancora irritata. Il mio capo, un ragazzino.
[…]
Jake Carrero ti ha regalato una canzone su iTunes. Apro l'e-mail e sorrido stupidamente.
Accanto a lui troverete un’eroina talmente bella quanto fragile, un personaggio estremamente femminile che fa della sua vulnerabilità però un’arma. Un’arma di seduzione e un potenziale di riscatto

«Non sono rotta... Non sono...

Sono forte e questo non significa niente».

Anche Emma con il suo passato ingombrante e il suo presente pieno di irrisolti acquista spessore e interesse proprio per le sue fragilità che sono affrontate in modo caparbio.

Nel primo romanzo della trilogia si imposta la storia di Jack ed Emma, Jake sembra appunto il classico capo affascinante dalla virilità micidiale con difficoltà relazionali e una tendenza all’autoritarismo e alla prepotenza notevole. Un uomo che è abituato ad avere tutto e tutti ai suoi piedi, senza sforzarsi minimamente, perché dove non basta il potere arriva il suo sorriso assassino o uno sguardo malizioso. Consapevole del proprio fascino è un maschio alfa sexy ed è un Carrero. Estremamente divertente, decisamente attraente, un amante imbattibile che si ritrova come assistente e braccio destro Emma

«Tu sei affar mio, lavoriamo insieme quasi ogni secondo e quasi ogni giorno, la nostra relazione è un po' più profonda di quella che c'è tra capo e assistente. È basata sulla fiducia e sull'onestà che ci permettono di lavorare in questo modo».
«Mi fido di te per ogni aspetto della mia vita, sarebbe bello se anche tu facessi lo stesso». Ha assunto il mio stesso tono teso e rabbioso, il nostro nervosismo satura l'aria. «Non mi paghi per farti carico del mio passato». Lo attacco.
Emma grandissima professionista lanciata in una carriera che dovrebbe garantirle l’indipendenza e la realizzazione come donna.

Emma è una donna che ha sofferto e indossa una corazza per nascondere le sue debolezze, porta i lunghi capelli dorati stretti in un severo chignon per restituire al mondo una immagine di algida e austera efficenza, credendo - sperando - di poter imbrigliare parimenti le emozioni e di non vacillare di fronte ai sentimenti.

Sono solo un guscio vuoto e silenzioso, stanco e dal cuore spezzato, infranto all’inverosimile.
Nessuno dei due ha alcun interesse a farsi coinvolgere in una relazione o da qualche forma di sentimentalismo perciò lavorano bene, hanno una sintonia notevole, una complicità eccellente. Sono una squadra favolosa, possono gestire le trasferte, i tanti appuntamenti, le lunghe ore di lavoro fianco a fianco, rimanendo lucidi e godendo l’uno della compagnia dell’altra come confidenti. Come una squadra. Anche se…

Emma intravede dietro alla maschera dell’uomo potente e affascinante un ragazzo sensibile e divertente, generoso e gentiluomo. Jake va oltre la corazza di Emma fino a sfiorare i nervi scoperti e le ferite di questa giovane donna. Eppure non gli basta, vuole andare ancora più in profondità, vuole toccare il suo cuore coperto di lividi

Il mio Jake, il mio corpo, la mia anima, è  diventato il mio distruttore. Gli ho detto di non toccarmi, di non sfiorarmi mai più, di andare via, di sparire.
Eravamo così fragili che è bastato una cosa così banale per separarci?
Il passato di Emma è un passato di dolore e di violenza, di sopraffazione e vergogna, che ancora getta un’ombra sinistra e pericolosa sul suo presente. In quel cono d’ombra Emma si rannicchia ripiegandosi su se stessa ed escludendo gli altri ma piano piano sentirà Jake avanzare con il calore della comprensione e dell’affetto, della gentilezza e dell’amore, fino a raggiungere la sua intimità

Non riesco a oppormi, non ho più controllo, ma sono alla sua completa mercé. Un uomo feroce, un dominatore che prende da me ciò che vuole senza preoccuparsi del modo in cui lo ottiene. Ma non è lo stesso. Lui è Jake.
Ho bisogno di questo, una strana parte spezzata di me lo brama nonostante tutto.
«Perché tu sei tu. Per tutto ciò che sei.
Come fare ad essere la sua assistente braccio destro senza abbassare la guardia? Come rimanere la sua confidente e la sua più solida alleata senza cedere ad ogni suo sorriso micidiale?

Più che il desiderio, più che la chimica straordinaria e l’alchimia che c’è tra questi protagonisti sarà proprio l’intimità a renderli sempre più vicini. Un imprevisto, uno scherzo del destino o una beffa di nemici antagonisti, andrà a turbare quell’equilibrio precario che Emma e Jake sono riusciti a trovare disperatamente, ostinatamente. Riconosciuto ciò che li lega, la tensione sessuale cresce ed esplode in una passione travolgente (soprattutto nel secondo appuntamento) ma va di pari passo con il linguaggio delle anime perché Jack e Emma sono amici, sono confidenti,sono una squadra. E questo rende speciale il loro rapporto.

Non ci sono regole, le inventeremo strada facendo, dolcezza

Emma riuscirà veramente ad affrontare le ombre nere del suo passato grazie a Jack ma proprio mentre questo giovane uomo, con la sua vitalità generosa, si farà cavaliere scintillante pronto ad accompagnare Emma nella sua battaglia, il nostro protagonista sarà costretto a ripiegare sotto i colpi di un attentato alla loro storia d’amore.

Come può arrivare qui come un tornado e distruggermi? Tutto il controllo che ho acquisito, tutta la calma interiore sono spariti con la sua voce e un suo sguardo

Jake cercherà ostinatamente e quasi goffamente, per l’immenso amore che prova e per le sue capacità travolgenti di amare in modo totalizzante Emma, di legarla a sé per sempre. Non vuole farla scappare. Ottenendo però l’effetto contrario perché inevitabilmente Emma si sentirà sotto pressione

«Ho paura di non riuscire a tenere al mio fianco un uomo come lui. Ho paura di cedere a un’altra persona il controllo della mia vita e perdere tutto ciò che ho conquistato. Ho paura che la vita che lui mi sta offrendo possa scomparire da un momento all’altro.»

Ciò che manca è la fiducia, la capacità di fidarsi, per potersi affidare l’uno all’altra

Era inevitabile che ti lasciassi entrare dentro di me, sei il mio angelo, piccola. Sei la luce del mio mondo, la ragione per cui voglio essere migliore. Sei in tutto ciò che guardo, sei sempre intorno a me anche quando non ci sei. Sei la voce nella mia testa che mi dice di diventare un uomo migliore. Ho aspettato una vita prima di trovarti e non ti perderò.

Jake e Emma si sono trovati senza cercarsi, si appartengono senza essersi scelti.

…ti ho sempre avuta, ho avuto ogni parte di te, ma ero troppo stupido per vederlo o rendermene conto, ma è successo quando ho incasinato tutto.»
I suoi perfetti occhi verdi incontrano i miei, ma i suoi sono scuri e tormentati per l’intensità delle sue emozioni. Le mie stesse emozioni. Mi sono mancati così tanto quegli occhi; sono una porta per la mia anima.
Il mio Jake, la mia sicurezza, il mio carnefice.

Questo è un paradosso per la loro storia perciò vivremo soprattutto nell’epilogo la vera crescita personale ed emotiva dei due protagonisti, grazie anche alle figure che si animano intorno a loro in modo non solo funzionale ma anche estremamente intrigante. Leila non è soltanto un’amica confidente ma anche uno specchio in cui si riflette Emma con le sue fragilità; così come Sara è un grillo parlante e una buona amica; Sophie è un doloroso monito per la protagonista ma anche la molla del cambiamento, ciò che la scuote dal letargo emotivo e consente a Jake di insinuarsi tra le pieghe più segrete del cuore di Emma; fino all’odiosa antagonista e rivale Melissa che diventa fondamentale per la dinamica tra il protagonista e altri personaggi. Personalmente sono incuriosita dal fratello Arrick e ho amato il tenero maldestro Daniel.

E come in un romance di tutto rispetto ci sarà il giusto epilogo senza lasciare nulla in sospeso e la trilogia avrà una sua motivazione perché ogni libro sarà veramente una tappa della loro storia e lascerete Emma e Jake come due vecchi amici che ci hanno fatto impazzire perché sono due “zucconi” che non volevano riconoscere il potere del loro amore. Sarete felici per loro, con una sensazione di appagamento per una storia che è stata un susseguirsi di emozioni.

Ingredienti miscelati in modo delizioso, personaggi stratificati, basti pensare a Emma che imbriglia le sue fragilità e poi le riconosce per farne punti di crescita. Un fiore d’acciaio. E poi...CARRERO. Uragano CARRERO. Irresistibile. Sexy. Potente. Affascinante. Ironico. Ambizioso. Protettivo. Provocante. Imprevedibile. Misterioso...CARRERO sornione e indolente, un po’ ragazzino sfacciato e un po’ alfa. Il segreto è saper dosare ingredienti magici del Romance senza strafare. Una storia d’amore e un vero Romance appassionato. In una trilogia che regge perché pensata in modo coerente, con dialoghi frizzanti e ritmo incalzante.

La serie Carrero è lunga e prevede momenti anche dalle sfumature più dark, si veda la storia degli ultimi volumi di Alexi e Camilla.

E Arrick? Arrick e Sophie?

Possibile non leggere la loro storia?

Per la prima volta non correrò a leggermelo in lingua ma aspetterò la versione italiana apprezzando il lavoro di Dream Translations riversatosi su una trilogia, un lavoro lungo che ha restituito umanità e calore ai personaggi, nonché il ritmo incalzante della narrazione per il susseguirsi frenetico e convulso degli eventi. Aspetterò la traduzione riconoscendo anche il valore di questa operazione sul testo che rende giustizia a un compito come quello del traduttore che è innanzitutto “entrare in un testo” calandosi in esso, nell’immaginario dell’autore,  nello spazio e nel genere letterario, per restituire non solo lo stile dell’autrice ma anche le sfumature e i sapori, i colori della storia, per animare su carta personaggi in modo credibile. Una storia, una traduzione, che regge in tre volumi e che riesce a conferire appunto una sfumatura diversa ad ogni romanzo della trilogia.
Per chi ha amato la Crossfire Series un appuntamento immancabile, potrà ritrovare il brio dell’office Romance, il piccante e la lussuria dei momenti più sensuali e infine l’epilogo di una storia d’amore compiuta che ci insegna qualcosa.

A volte bisogna perdersi per trovare se stessi.

Saffron

[Kellie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well, this was a book I had heard of and paid little attention to wanting to read, for whatever reason. Most likely the 2000 other books sitting on my TBR pile. But the reviews just kept coming for this book and the hype got greater and greater so when the book was free on Amazon during a promo, I decided to find out what the hype was really all about.

This book I had decided would be another 50 shades. Rich guy meets vulnerable less fortunate chick and their desire for each other is electric. And for the most part this book was somewhat like that. However I found this book more frustrating. Marshall did well with the execution of this storyline. A very capable (yet troubled) young lady is promoted to PA for Jake, the CEO of Carrero Enterprises who has every woman in his wake pining for him (including his female readers!) and it is the chemistry between these two characters that keeps you flipping through the pages to see just what will happen next. But both are troubled, hidden by dark pasts and a determination not to let the other in sees their relationship become strained and difficult.

In my honest opinion, while there are niggly things I didn't like, I honestly loved this book and it scores a very rare 5 star rating from me. The things I didn't like - there were a lot of editing issues in the book. Typos, missing or incorrect words. No big deal although it was a little off putting. I didn't like the ending......because, well, everyone wants a happy ending, though the ending is perfect for this book given there is a second and third in the series. I don't like the fact that my bank balance is going to suffer at the hands of L.T. Marshall now that I am compelled to purchase every book she's ever written!! And finally, I didn't like Emma a lot of the time. Her self doubt and head got in the way a lot and I really wanted to shake her.

What I did love about this book is Leanne's writing style. I loved the way the story sucked me in right from the start. This is my biggest issue when reading books is being bored by all the bullshit in the beginning. This had none of that and I was immediately drawn into the characters and their lives. I loved the way that there were not too many characters written into the book. I find this hard to keep up to a storyline when too many characters are involved. I loved how charged Leanne keeps her readers, I felt I was holding my breath while reading and I was willing the storyline to go the way I wanted it too and I was usually let down, leaving me frustrated and dying for more. Very clever Leanne, very clever. I also loved how well the storyline gelled both in and out of the office, intertwining other characters and storylines perfectly (Emma's Mum and Dad, her childhood etc). There were nights when I was so invested in this book that I even dreamed about it.

If I could honestly give it more than 5 stars I would. A brilliant book, a brilliant storyline and a brilliant author who forever has a new fan to add to her ever growing pile. These books will be purchased for my kindle to read now and eventually be purchased in paperback and stored with utter pride in my precious library at home.

[The Glass House Online Magazine · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Rollercoaster Ride of EmotionsThe Promotion: Jake & Emma (The Carrero Series Book 1)

I originally thought this was going to be your typical romance novel. As with most romance novels, you have your reserved, guarded, ordinary but beautiful female (Emma) and a hunky rich, playboy love interest (Jake). But to make matters more complicated, Jake is her Emma's boos.

From this description, it doesn't sound very original, but oh how wrong could I be! There is so much more to these characters and plot than I first expected. As I got to know my new friends, I couldn't help but feel for them. There is so much more to them than meets the eye. They both have complicated families, and Emma, in particular, is very layered and complex.

This book sucked me in, when I finished, I went straight to Amazon to download the next one (The Carrero Influence ~ Redefining Rules: Jake & Emma in case you're interested) In fact I did the same thing once I finished the second. The story captured me in a way I had not expected. I didn't think I would love the characters as much as I did and I became completely invested in what was going to happen to them next.

Abuse and the recovery process thereafter are running themes throughout. I found the characters responses to the abuse very realistic and my heart broke for them at various points throughout the book.

The Carrero Effect does contain mature content that may be triggering for some. That being said Marshall deals with the sensitive subjects incredibly well. I have read books in the past that contained abuse, some of which I couldn't finish, as they made me uncomfortable and some that shocked me so much I had to put the book down.

This was not the case with The Carerro Effect. Marshall is gentle with the reader and does not use abuse simply to shock the reader. The way the underlying storyline of abuse is unreeled is thought-provoking, making me rethink the way abuse can manifest and the mental implication it can have on the people involved.

Character development throughout was great, and Marshal really knows how to keep you turning the page. The chemistry between the characters was amazing and you could feel the tension between them oozing from the pages. I really enjoyed this book and look forward to the next part of the series.

The Carrero Effect provoked so many emotions in me. I laughed, cried and even got angry at times, but I couldn't put it down.

Reviewed by Whitney Morris for The Glass House Book Club

[ErinTurnsPages · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really struggled to get into this book, I felt like I knew the basic plot line from the beginning, a fairly typical office/forbidden romance with a twist thrown in of course, and I’m not entirely convinced I’m wrong. I’m used to the whole thing being resolved in one book, not a series, but that’s my theory, who knows, I could be wrong. That does not mean however that this is a bad book. The character are real and tangible and confusing and a little off at times. The characters evolve. I think it took so long for me to get into this book is because the first 4-6 chapters were so stiff, not just the characters, like they were forced. It feels like a book that the author started in the middle looked at it and said oh shoot I can’t just start there, there has to be some lead up. I may continue on with the story, I’m hoping for some more Sophie involvement, I really liked her character but I understand why that may never be. Overall, something I would recommend to a romance lover or lover of the office romance storyline.

I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review via Voracious Readers Only.

[Kayleigh Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Emotional rollercoaster

I have to say I didn't like Emma in the beginning but having read her story it made sense she needed to be that way. She is so very conflicted but needs to feel in control. Jake try's his hardest to break her down see the real her he really wants her wants her to be fully open to him. It was nice to see that two very different people from two totally different worlds could fit so well. I wasn't expecting the end and it actually made me cry I so wanted it to be. The delicate handling of abuse is written tactfully and is well structured. It had my heart pounding at times and I truly felt for Emma on every level especially at the end. A very skilfully written book I am hooked and can't wait to read them all.

[Lily · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely fell in love with Emma and Jake from the start. Emma is relatable to anyone who has gotten over a rough part of life and is determined to keep the rest of their life on track, no matter what. Jake wasn't as relatable but he's hotter than Louisiana in August. Even if he's got a stubborn streak a mile wide that sometimes makes you want to shake him. This is a great story of how they grow individually and how they fight a war within themselves. Each as a plan for their future - but what does life have in store instead?

Received as a gift, all opinions are my own and totally honest

[Boosmummy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was sent this book by the author to review and have to say I really really enjoyed it. The characters are well written and you find yourself caring about them. Emma Anderson is the new PA to Jake Carrero, a playboy millionaire who is determined to find out what makes Emma tick. I enjoyed the book more because the characters didn't head towards the bedroom within the first couple of chapters but instead we got to see their relationship evolve and what made them like they are. Have to say the ending was a shocker....so used to the happy ever after by the last page that I actually shouted "WHAT?!" at the end...thankfully my husband got me book 2 the following morning so I could carry on LOL!

[Cheryl · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was not sure about this book when I started reading it, but the story pulled me in and I started enjoying the story and needed to find out what happens with the characters. I only stopped reading when I realised that I needed to get to sleep and then when I got to the end of the book. Now I desperately need to get hold of book 2.

[Margie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just finished this book!! When I first started reading I wasn’t sure what to expect. Believe me when I say You will not be disappointed!! I absolutely love the characters and the story line is strong! I fell in love with Jake and Emma and I can’t wait to find out what happens next!!!!

[S · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hooked from the beginning

Could not put this book down. Story line is developed well, not just a standard romance. What a rollercoaster ending. Going onto second book. Definitely recommend.

[Nicky · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it! Fantastically written characters - I want a friend like Jake! A tale of friendship, the past and love. Absolutely heartbroken with the ending though so in need to read on to see what happens next. Highly recommended and unexpected.

[Ann-marie Ambler · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG what a rollercoaster this book has been! Pretty much every chapter had me with my mouth open in horror/ awe/ happiness or a mixture of all!
Sorry can’t write much more as off to get book 2........

[Meghan · Rating 5 out of 5]

So much more than a romance novel

Jake and Emma, be ready to get invested in their lives, live through their laughter and cry through their pain. Page after page you get so much more than you expect, touching emotions you don’t realize are happening because you are so wrapped up in their story. I can’t wait to start the second book so I can see where L. T. Marshall takes us! Bravo L. T.!

[Booklover BEV · Rating 4 out of 5]

eye catching cover, made me want to read this book, i know i never judge a book by its cover but i did this time around. very emotional to read, i was so engrossed in this beautiful book, jake carrero uncovers emmas past, and so the story enfolds into one that is fantastic all the way through, so glad i was giving the chance to read this book. brilliant

[Tracy Dickson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omg. Wow. No words to describe this book. Around 10% I was annoyed with the main female lead, her moaning was grating my nerves and I nearly gave up. I stopped reading and read the reviews and seeing how fantastic they all are I continued and omg how glad I am that I did. I fell for Emma and Jake. For their relationship, their understanding and banter, it blew me away. Soon as I finished book 1, I got book 2 and currently engrossed in it. Absolutely amazing book. Everyone has got to read this.

[Elle · Rating 5 out of 5]

An easy to read style that takes you on an adventure x

[Mirna Skuhan · Rating 4 out of 5]

When you start reading this kind of books you think that you have it all figured out and that it is going to resemble the other similar books of this genre.

I must say that I am very glad I was wrong! The story of Jake and Emma is one that I am going to definitely remember!

I like the fact that characters are evolving gradually while you are turning one page after another. On every page you find out something interesting about both of them that continues depicting their amazing sorry.

I liked everything you found out about Jake during the reading, as well as Emma and her changes. I honestly hope that this is going to be a movie one day soon!

Thank you L.T. Marshall for this amazing journey. I am currently on book 3 and enjoying every second of it!

[Emma Blamey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Had me wanting more , could not put down apart from when needing tissues , I have not read a book like this for a long time I need to know what happens