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Quante volte ti ho odiato
Le regole dell'amore non seguono mai uno schema preciso
Quello che succede in vacanza, rimane in vacanza. O forse no?
Un viaggio con le amiche ad Aspen, una località sciistica paradisiaca: è proprio quello di cui Shay ha bisogno per dimenticare la rottura con il suo ex. Adesso è pronta a concentrarsi sulle amiche e le piste da sci incontaminate. Il fatto che ci siano bei ragazzi praticamente ovunque, di sicuro non guasta. Ma il sogno viene interrotto quando uno spericolato sciatore la mette al tappeto, travolgendola. La guerra è iniziata. Kolton non ha idea di cosa esattamente in Shay lo faccia infuriare. Non solo fa fatica a rimanere lucido in sua presenza, ma lei sembra avere la particolare capacità di fargli perdere la calma. Quando la rabbia si trasforma in una chimica esplosiva, i due verranno travolti dall’intensità di un’avventura che lascia a entrambi dubbi e insicurezze. Ma c’è qualcosa che va oltre l’odio e la passione, e Kolton e Shay in mezzo alle scaramucce e ai litigi potrebbero scoprire di provare qualcosa di importante… Se solo riuscissero a smettere di detestarsi.
Quello che succede in vacanza, rimane in vacanza. O forse no?
Un viaggio con le amiche ad Aspen, una località sciistica paradisiaca: è proprio quello di cui Shay ha bisogno per dimenticare la rottura con il suo ex. Adesso è pronta a concentrarsi sulle amiche e le piste da sci incontaminate. Il fatto che ci siano bei ragazzi praticamente ovunque, di sicuro non guasta. Ma il sogno viene interrotto quando uno spericolato sciatore la mette al tappeto, travolgendola. La guerra è iniziata. Kolton non ha idea di cosa esattamente in Shay lo faccia infuriare. Non solo fa fatica a rimanere lucido in sua presenza, ma lei sembra avere la particolare capacità di fargli perdere la calma. Quando la rabbia si trasforma in una chimica esplosiva, i due verranno travolti dall’intensità di un’avventura che lascia a entrambi dubbi e insicurezze. Ma c’è qualcosa che va oltre l’odio e la passione, e Kolton e Shay in mezzo alle scaramucce e ai litigi potrebbero scoprire di provare qualcosa di importante… Se solo riuscissero a smettere di detestarsi.
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First published April 5, 2016
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April 26, 2016
:: 4 Pretty Little Stars ::
This is a really sweet, fun, fast faced, and charming read. There are some hilarious parts and I found myself laughing out loud quite a few times as the main character, Shay has quite the snarky and sassy attitude. I felt a really strong connection with her and I think a lot of romance readers out there will absolutely fall in love with her! Kolton is also loveable. He is one of those characters that will literally charm the pants right off of you. He is sweet, caring, and has a good head on his shoulders and this totally flows through the pages. Overall, this book has everything that romance readers crave, wit, sass, charm, humor, and love- some hot and scorching scenes as well! The characters are well developed, relatable, and interesting. The plot isn’t overly dramatic, but has just the right amount of drama needed to make it a good read. I read this book in one day and didn’t want to put it down until I was finished!
Having never read a book by the author before I have to say that I really look forward to reading more of her books in the future. In fact, I heard through the grapevine that the next novel will feature LILY (who is one of the secondary characters in this boo). I can’t WAIT to get my hands on it!!!! I loved the writing style and overall flow of this book so this may be a new pretty little favorite author! Romance lovers will definitely want to check out this book- I highly recommend it!
** ARC Kindly provided by netgalley **
This is a really sweet, fun, fast faced, and charming read. There are some hilarious parts and I found myself laughing out loud quite a few times as the main character, Shay has quite the snarky and sassy attitude. I felt a really strong connection with her and I think a lot of romance readers out there will absolutely fall in love with her! Kolton is also loveable. He is one of those characters that will literally charm the pants right off of you. He is sweet, caring, and has a good head on his shoulders and this totally flows through the pages. Overall, this book has everything that romance readers crave, wit, sass, charm, humor, and love- some hot and scorching scenes as well! The characters are well developed, relatable, and interesting. The plot isn’t overly dramatic, but has just the right amount of drama needed to make it a good read. I read this book in one day and didn’t want to put it down until I was finished!
Having never read a book by the author before I have to say that I really look forward to reading more of her books in the future. In fact, I heard through the grapevine that the next novel will feature LILY (who is one of the secondary characters in this boo). I can’t WAIT to get my hands on it!!!! I loved the writing style and overall flow of this book so this may be a new pretty little favorite author! Romance lovers will definitely want to check out this book- I highly recommend it!
** ARC Kindly provided by netgalley **
June 3, 2019
This turned out way better than I expected. I found both Shay and Kolton engaging and their banter was a lot of fun. Kolton's son is absent for the first bit (maybe third) so I kind of dreaded him entering the scene but that kid's a hoot, even if I sympathize with any parent dealing with that mix of obstinate and curious.
I loved how suited the two were and how well their conflicts were managed by the author. The initial sparring-turned-passion was fun enough, but their connection once they met later was even better. Both have issues to get over, but those are fully earned and deeply felt and I loved how well each fit the other in both the positive and negative sides of their connection. Being based so far apart meant that one had to make significant sacrifices for them to be together and Kolton has his thumb on the scale with Jackson's needs in his hands. So working that out was going to be trouble and that made me tense.
This skimmed at four stars for much of the story, mainly because of the friction from the distance and the choice that had to be made eventually. Indeed, I put the book down for half a week because I liked where they were and the conflict was visible from miles away and I honestly didn't know how they'd handle it. It turns out that it was handled so well (after it blew up) that I'm actually bumping my rating to 4½ stars. And rounding up for the humor and how very well that ending worked out for me.
A note about Steamy: The break made me lose count of the number of sex scenes. A couple? Handful? It feels like the middle of my steam tolerance, though in that NA way that is adventurous and fun and everybody likes everything.
I loved how suited the two were and how well their conflicts were managed by the author. The initial sparring-turned-passion was fun enough, but their connection once they met later was even better. Both have issues to get over, but those are fully earned and deeply felt and I loved how well each fit the other in both the positive and negative sides of their connection. Being based so far apart meant that one had to make significant sacrifices for them to be together and Kolton has his thumb on the scale with Jackson's needs in his hands. So working that out was going to be trouble and that made me tense.
This skimmed at four stars for much of the story, mainly because of the friction from the distance and the choice that had to be made eventually. Indeed, I put the book down for half a week because I liked where they were and the conflict was visible from miles away and I honestly didn't know how they'd handle it. It turns out that it was handled so well (after it blew up) that I'm actually bumping my rating to 4½ stars. And rounding up for the humor and how very well that ending worked out for me.
A note about Steamy: The break made me lose count of the number of sex scenes. A couple? Handful? It feels like the middle of my steam tolerance, though in that NA way that is adventurous and fun and everybody likes everything.
June 21, 2021
Yes, I was absolutely reading this and lamenting why it'd been so long since I've read a ski resort setting, and yet this was still not really capitalizing on it.
I was pretty surprised when I found myself enjoying this until the inevitable "well shit," and then the resulting increase in sensitivity to anything related. And then, of course, by like 68% I had no idea what I was doing reading it
The "well shit" moment came at calling the indigenous friend of the MC "exotic" - a quick check tells me that this book was written in 2016. After that, a few digs at the hero, they really got him because they said he was a hair stylist.
Again. 2016. I know plenty of talented and masculine stylists, and aside from that, what the hell is with a group of guys ripping on their friends for things that are seen as feminine. 2016.
This continued, and while the premise of this asked interesting questions, it didn't do it in as skilled a manner as Beginner's Luck by Kate Clayborn, even though they weren't really at all reminiscent of each other.
Aside from all this, never once were the women in this novel referred to as women. Not once. And while I'd admit that I sometimes keep the "girl" - it has been a long while since I've referred to anyone in that way with a level regularity. If they weren't, ya know, actual girls. Were the men boys? No.
Did this tell me what I need to know? Yes.
I was pretty surprised when I found myself enjoying this until the inevitable "well shit," and then the resulting increase in sensitivity to anything related. And then, of course, by like 68% I had no idea what I was doing reading it
The "well shit" moment came at calling the indigenous friend of the MC "exotic" - a quick check tells me that this book was written in 2016. After that, a few digs at the hero, they really got him because they said he was a hair stylist.
Again. 2016. I know plenty of talented and masculine stylists, and aside from that, what the hell is with a group of guys ripping on their friends for things that are seen as feminine. 2016.
This continued, and while the premise of this asked interesting questions, it didn't do it in as skilled a manner as Beginner's Luck by Kate Clayborn, even though they weren't really at all reminiscent of each other.
Aside from all this, never once were the women in this novel referred to as women. Not once. And while I'd admit that I sometimes keep the "girl" - it has been a long while since I've referred to anyone in that way with a level regularity. If they weren't, ya know, actual girls. Were the men boys? No.
Did this tell me what I need to know? Yes.
April 3, 2016
The first thing I did after reading Kelly Siskind’s debut novel (Chasing Crazy) was log into Goodreads and add everything she had listed to my TBR (true story). Needless to say, I’ve been anxiously anticipating My Perfect Mistake, excited to read more from this incredibly talented new author, and honestly, a little nervous that it might not live up to that amazing debut. I’m over the moon happy to say that the nerves were unwarranted because this book was excellent and I’m sitting here now with this giant lovesick grin on my face—pretty darn sure that I have a new favorite author.
Kolton and Shay were explosive in every way imaginable—as enemies first, before that antagonistic fire quickly transitioned to (hot, hot) lovers. Neither of them were immediately likable—to themselves or to the reader—but the passion between them was intense. As they slowly began showing each other their soft underbellies, by way of quiet, tender moments and adorably sweet gestures, I felt myself falling in love right along with them, as they fell in love with each other. The sweet moments between Kolton and Shay are so perfectly written, tucked between these fierce shows of temper and intense physical chemistry, adding balance and heart to their otherwise volatile relationship.
Did I want to shake them both sometimes?
Yes. Often.
There’s a fair amount of angst here, which was sometimes frustrating. But it works. These are two people working through pieces of their pasts that have left them a little bit broken. Part of their journey is to acknowledge, deal with, and heal from those damaging life events—and that can be an ugly process. The end result is completely worth it because what I felt reading the final chapters of this book was pride in how much they changed and learned, an exhilarating hope, and this beaming happiness for each character individually, and their future together.
This book is deeply romantic. I mean, maybe not in a traditional way, but in a quirky, fun way that was completely endearing to me. Kolton has worked romantic gestures into an art form and I felt myself tearing up, heart racing, tummy full of butterflies as he worked to capture Shay’s heart (and in the process, effortlessly captured mine).
It’s also funny. Like, laugh out loud funny. Kolton and Shay both have brilliant senses of humor, but it was the secondary characters that stole the show for me when it comes to humor. In the middle of this engaging and swoon-worthy romance is this whole motley cast of secondary characters who add depth and humor and warm, genuine friendships. I loved them all (and anxiously await their stories) but I feel like Stella was the biggest scene stealer. She made me laugh out loud more than once and maybe even took the crown for biggest secondary character crush.
Did this review even make any sense? I couldn’t decide what to gush about first, and frankly, I could probably continue for days because this book ticked all my “happy reader” boxes. I loved it and now feel greedy for more in this fun new series! ~ Shelly, 5 stars
Kolton and Shay were explosive in every way imaginable—as enemies first, before that antagonistic fire quickly transitioned to (hot, hot) lovers. Neither of them were immediately likable—to themselves or to the reader—but the passion between them was intense. As they slowly began showing each other their soft underbellies, by way of quiet, tender moments and adorably sweet gestures, I felt myself falling in love right along with them, as they fell in love with each other. The sweet moments between Kolton and Shay are so perfectly written, tucked between these fierce shows of temper and intense physical chemistry, adding balance and heart to their otherwise volatile relationship.
Did I want to shake them both sometimes?
Yes. Often.
There’s a fair amount of angst here, which was sometimes frustrating. But it works. These are two people working through pieces of their pasts that have left them a little bit broken. Part of their journey is to acknowledge, deal with, and heal from those damaging life events—and that can be an ugly process. The end result is completely worth it because what I felt reading the final chapters of this book was pride in how much they changed and learned, an exhilarating hope, and this beaming happiness for each character individually, and their future together.
This book is deeply romantic. I mean, maybe not in a traditional way, but in a quirky, fun way that was completely endearing to me. Kolton has worked romantic gestures into an art form and I felt myself tearing up, heart racing, tummy full of butterflies as he worked to capture Shay’s heart (and in the process, effortlessly captured mine).
It’s also funny. Like, laugh out loud funny. Kolton and Shay both have brilliant senses of humor, but it was the secondary characters that stole the show for me when it comes to humor. In the middle of this engaging and swoon-worthy romance is this whole motley cast of secondary characters who add depth and humor and warm, genuine friendships. I loved them all (and anxiously await their stories) but I feel like Stella was the biggest scene stealer. She made me laugh out loud more than once and maybe even took the crown for biggest secondary character crush.
Did this review even make any sense? I couldn’t decide what to gush about first, and frankly, I could probably continue for days because this book ticked all my “happy reader” boxes. I loved it and now feel greedy for more in this fun new series! ~ Shelly, 5 stars
March 28, 2017
Where to start...I received this book as an ARC by NetGalley. I am not familiar with this new author and the blurb was what had me intrigued.
Holy. Crap.
This was definitely one of the books that had everything--good plot, witty dialogue, humor, romance, interesting supporting cast of friends and red hot sex. This is not a suspense or thriller-typer romance. This is straight up man and woman and learning where to bend and compromise in order to mesh your lives together.
Shay is coming off of a breakup with a guy she thought would be her forever guy--even if he made her feel inept and has beaten her self esteem into a tattered, pulseless pulp. She doesn't really realize this until after the breakup. She goes on a ski trip with her two best girlfriends where she meets--or literally runs into--Kolton, a widower and father to a young son who also just so happens to be on a ski trip with his best two buds. These two are like oil and water, but they are also like fire and air--completely combustible. When they aren't biting each other's heads off they are tearing each other's clothes off.
I won't spoil the story, but it has a great message about finding yourself and being yourself without apology. I. LOVED. THIS. BOOK. Definitely on my list of 5 star books and definitely an author to add to my auto-read list.
Holy. Crap.
This was definitely one of the books that had everything--good plot, witty dialogue, humor, romance, interesting supporting cast of friends and red hot sex. This is not a suspense or thriller-typer romance. This is straight up man and woman and learning where to bend and compromise in order to mesh your lives together.
Shay is coming off of a breakup with a guy she thought would be her forever guy--even if he made her feel inept and has beaten her self esteem into a tattered, pulseless pulp. She doesn't really realize this until after the breakup. She goes on a ski trip with her two best girlfriends where she meets--or literally runs into--Kolton, a widower and father to a young son who also just so happens to be on a ski trip with his best two buds. These two are like oil and water, but they are also like fire and air--completely combustible. When they aren't biting each other's heads off they are tearing each other's clothes off.
I won't spoil the story, but it has a great message about finding yourself and being yourself without apology. I. LOVED. THIS. BOOK. Definitely on my list of 5 star books and definitely an author to add to my auto-read list.
December 29, 2017
Benvenuti alla fiera della banalità all’ennesima potenza
Questo libro non è banale, peggio. Non c’è un solo dettaglio che non lo sia: la trama, i personaggi, persino lo stile. Tutto.
Ho iniziato questo libro sperando di poter leggere una bella storia d’amore ambientata sulle piste da sci, invece mi sono trovata davanti una “bella” storia di sesso dove ogni tanto, nella prima parte, venivano pure nominate le piste sciistiche, ma mai perché i protagonisti si fanno una bella sciata, più qualcos’altro che sempre con s incomincia, con delle scene che proprio non riesco ad immaginarmi nella realtà, e che spesso erano il contrario di quello appena detto/di quello che sarà detto.
Dopo un po’ quel poco di montagna scompare del tutto e conosciamo Jackson, il figlio di Kolton, che forse, per quanto risulti molto strambo, è il personaggio migliore del racconto. Certo che tutta la storia collegata all’enciclopedia Slangopedia non stava né in cielo né in terra, credo dovesse far ridere, ma a me ha fatto quasi più piangere per la banalità (come tutto il resto) e ancor più perché non importa che sia un libro ma la metà delle cose dette son proprio cose che non dovrebbero essere dette da un bambino così piccolo.
I personaggi risultano piatti, banali, e soprattutto scurrili. Parlano come bambini di cinque anni cresciuti in mezzo a degli scaricatori di porto, non mi vengono in mente altri modi per definire il loro linguaggio.
Entrambi per motivi diversi risultano molto insicuri di se stessi. Ora tecnicamente questo non è un male, anzi, però solitamente i personaggi subiscono un’evoluzione, imparano a superare le loro insicurezze e i loro problemi, mentre in questo caso non succede: i personaggi alla fine del romanzo sono persino peggio dell’inizio. Lui non lo si riesce a spostare dalle sue idee nemmeno con una ruspa, lei non fa altro che lamentarsi e preoccuparsi che nulla vada come vuole lei.
La cosa peggiore di tutto il romanzo resta però il finale che è pessimo e proprio non ho sopportato per il comportamento finale di Shay, la protagonista,
Questo libro non è banale, peggio. Non c’è un solo dettaglio che non lo sia: la trama, i personaggi, persino lo stile. Tutto.
Ho iniziato questo libro sperando di poter leggere una bella storia d’amore ambientata sulle piste da sci, invece mi sono trovata davanti una “bella” storia di sesso dove ogni tanto, nella prima parte, venivano pure nominate le piste sciistiche, ma mai perché i protagonisti si fanno una bella sciata, più qualcos’altro che sempre con s incomincia, con delle scene che proprio non riesco ad immaginarmi nella realtà, e che spesso erano il contrario di quello appena detto/di quello che sarà detto.
Dopo un po’ quel poco di montagna scompare del tutto e conosciamo Jackson, il figlio di Kolton, che forse, per quanto risulti molto strambo, è il personaggio migliore del racconto. Certo che tutta la storia collegata all’enciclopedia Slangopedia non stava né in cielo né in terra, credo dovesse far ridere, ma a me ha fatto quasi più piangere per la banalità (come tutto il resto) e ancor più perché non importa che sia un libro ma la metà delle cose dette son proprio cose che non dovrebbero essere dette da un bambino così piccolo.
I personaggi risultano piatti, banali, e soprattutto scurrili. Parlano come bambini di cinque anni cresciuti in mezzo a degli scaricatori di porto, non mi vengono in mente altri modi per definire il loro linguaggio.
Entrambi per motivi diversi risultano molto insicuri di se stessi. Ora tecnicamente questo non è un male, anzi, però solitamente i personaggi subiscono un’evoluzione, imparano a superare le loro insicurezze e i loro problemi, mentre in questo caso non succede: i personaggi alla fine del romanzo sono persino peggio dell’inizio. Lui non lo si riesce a spostare dalle sue idee nemmeno con una ruspa, lei non fa altro che lamentarsi e preoccuparsi che nulla vada come vuole lei.
La cosa peggiore di tutto il romanzo resta però il finale che è pessimo e proprio non ho sopportato per il comportamento finale di Shay, la protagonista,
July 31, 2017
2 Stars
Overall Opinion: I enjoyed this book when they were in the bickering/sexy/sweet moments on their vacation. I was really disappointed with how the author followed it afterwards with the "back to reality" 2/3rds (or more) of the book. The H has a son, and I'm not quite sure why he was even in the book! I love kids in romance books, but this one was just confusing. There were hardly any interactions between the H and his son, and there was 1 interaction with the 3 of them. There was nothing special about the h's interactions with the kid either. The only thing that came out of all that was that the kid was cute, and that was from only a few scenes. I think it had a lot of potential, and sadly didn't get there. We had to deal with the h being annoying and pushing away the H, and we had to have the H mess up at the end, and then we had a non-existent ending (IMO)...making it a 2 star rating for me.
Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Shay and Kolton's story. They literally bump into each other on a ski slope in Aspen. They exchange some rude words and move on. Later that night, they find out that their friends met also and are interested in each other. They fight and end up giving in to the major sexual tension that follows their fighting. They start a fling during their vacation, but go separate ways afterwards. Neither of them can forget the other, and they are reunited later. After some wooing, some work and logistical drama, and some sexy times...they get a HFN ending.
POV: This alternated between Shay and Kolton's POV.
Overall Pace of Story: Ok. The flow was good, I never skimmed, but the end ruined it all for me. It was way too abrupt an ending IMO.
Instalove: No. Instalust for sure, but I wouldn't say instalove.
H rating: 2 stars. Kolton. I liked him until the end. I had major issues with his contribution to the big conflict towards the end.
h rating: 2 stars. Shay. I had issues with her pushing the H away so much for so long. It got really annoying to me, and even though I understood what her reasoning was -- I felt like it was too much.
Sadness level: Low. No tissues needed.
Heat level: Moderate. They have some hot chemistry and start acting on it really early in the book. I wouldn't say that the scenes took over the book though.
Descriptive sex: Yes
Safe sex: No and yes. Their first encounter they forgot protection. The h is on birth control and the H said he never went without. They do have a discussion about std status too.
OW/OM drama: Not really
Sex scene with OW or OM: No
Cheating: No
Possible Triggers: Mild
Closure: This had a super abrupt ending that wasn't nearly enough closure for me! Yet again, an author has had the resolution to the couple's big conflict right at the very end and then threw in a few "I love yous" and then BAM that was it! I need to know about their future and what's in store for them! There are WAY too many unanswered questions. I would call this a HFN ending.
How I got it: I paid the $3.99 on Amazon.
Safety: Safe with exception
Overall Opinion: I enjoyed this book when they were in the bickering/sexy/sweet moments on their vacation. I was really disappointed with how the author followed it afterwards with the "back to reality" 2/3rds (or more) of the book. The H has a son, and I'm not quite sure why he was even in the book! I love kids in romance books, but this one was just confusing. There were hardly any interactions between the H and his son, and there was 1 interaction with the 3 of them. There was nothing special about the h's interactions with the kid either. The only thing that came out of all that was that the kid was cute, and that was from only a few scenes. I think it had a lot of potential, and sadly didn't get there. We had to deal with the h being annoying and pushing away the H, and we had to have the H mess up at the end, and then we had a non-existent ending (IMO)...making it a 2 star rating for me.
Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Shay and Kolton's story. They literally bump into each other on a ski slope in Aspen. They exchange some rude words and move on. Later that night, they find out that their friends met also and are interested in each other. They fight and end up giving in to the major sexual tension that follows their fighting. They start a fling during their vacation, but go separate ways afterwards. Neither of them can forget the other, and they are reunited later. After some wooing, some work and logistical drama, and some sexy times...they get a HFN ending.
POV: This alternated between Shay and Kolton's POV.
Overall Pace of Story: Ok. The flow was good, I never skimmed, but the end ruined it all for me. It was way too abrupt an ending IMO.
Instalove: No. Instalust for sure, but I wouldn't say instalove.
H rating: 2 stars. Kolton. I liked him until the end. I had major issues with his contribution to the big conflict towards the end.
h rating: 2 stars. Shay. I had issues with her pushing the H away so much for so long. It got really annoying to me, and even though I understood what her reasoning was -- I felt like it was too much.
Sadness level: Low. No tissues needed.
Heat level: Moderate. They have some hot chemistry and start acting on it really early in the book. I wouldn't say that the scenes took over the book though.
Descriptive sex: Yes
Safe sex: No and yes. Their first encounter they forgot protection. The h is on birth control and the H said he never went without. They do have a discussion about std status too.
OW/OM drama: Not really
Sex scene with OW or OM: No
Cheating: No
Possible Triggers: Mild
Closure: This had a super abrupt ending that wasn't nearly enough closure for me! Yet again, an author has had the resolution to the couple's big conflict right at the very end and then threw in a few "I love yous" and then BAM that was it! I need to know about their future and what's in store for them! There are WAY too many unanswered questions. I would call this a HFN ending.
How I got it: I paid the $3.99 on Amazon.
Safety: Safe with exception
November 26, 2019
Il romanzo inizia come una commedia romantica e divertente dato che troverete tutti i presupposti del caso, ma si trasforma lentamente in qualcosa di più profondo.
La particolarità è proprio la varietà di emozioni e temi che lo renderanno sicuramente piacevole a vari tipi di lettori: c'è romanticismo, passione, amicizia, famiglia ed anche qualche risvolto più triste; il tutto condito da una buona dose di umorismo ed ironia.
I personaggi sono descritti molto bene sia caratterialmente che fisicamente. Una curiosità: per una volta il personaggio sulla cover, rispecchia al 100% l'aspetto fisico del protagonista.. finalmente!
Forse, se devo trovare un difetto, è un po' troppo sdolcinato in alcuni passaggi, ma questo è solo il mio pensiero personale, sono io che non amo molto le frasi stucchevoli.
“Quello che succede ad Aspen, rimane ad Aspen!”
La particolarità è proprio la varietà di emozioni e temi che lo renderanno sicuramente piacevole a vari tipi di lettori: c'è romanticismo, passione, amicizia, famiglia ed anche qualche risvolto più triste; il tutto condito da una buona dose di umorismo ed ironia.
I personaggi sono descritti molto bene sia caratterialmente che fisicamente. Una curiosità: per una volta il personaggio sulla cover, rispecchia al 100% l'aspetto fisico del protagonista.. finalmente!
Forse, se devo trovare un difetto, è un po' troppo sdolcinato in alcuni passaggi, ma questo è solo il mio pensiero personale, sono io che non amo molto le frasi stucchevoli.
“Quello che succede ad Aspen, rimane ad Aspen!”
March 21, 2016
This was my first book by Kelly Siskind and I didn’t know what to expect, but the description looked promising so I put my hand in to win an ARC and lo and behold I was one of the winners and all I can say is that I’m happy that I took the chance because I really enjoyed My Perfect Mistake. It was a fun, sweet and sexy enemies to lovers/second chance romance filled with great characters that I wanted to know more about.
I really liked Shay and Kolton, even when they were snapping at each other over the stupidest things, I liked them and a lot of that has to do with understanding where their hearts and minds are at when they collide. Shay has been unceremoniously dumped by her toxic/controlling boyfriend and is on a mission to find herself and regain the independence she gave up. She wants to find the witty, sarcastic, confident, caring and talented woman she knows she is and have her come back out to play, which is an awesome mission, but part of that mission is keep out any male who thinks they have the right to tell her what to do.
Kolton, on the other hand, isn’t in search of anything. He is quite content with the way his life is and has no problem with the fact that he is single. Unfortunately his best friends and assistant don’t agree. They feel that he is just existing and feel he needs to shake things up aka find a woman, even if it’s just for one night. After much badgering he agrees to go on vacation with them, just to shut them up, though he has no inclination to look for a woman at all, but fate steps in and takes charge.
As for their relationship I swear I spent equal amounts of time laughing, swooning (Kolton is my new book boyfriend) and wanting to smack some sense into Shay and Kolton as I read this book, but regardless of what reaction I was having I really enjoyed how their relationship played out because it felt real. Nothing felt rushed or even over the top, well their confrontations in Aspen were a touch OTT but it is what it is and it all worked. I really want to go into more detail, but that would ruin the journey, so what I will say is that it is worth it. We get to see them both at their worst as well as their best and everything in between as they go from snapping at each other at every turn to finding out that they actually like each other to them trying to figure out if they can let go of the demons that plague them and follow their hearts.
Of course no budding romance runs smoothly and when the potholes in the road appear it takes a village to get through it and Shay and Kolton’s village is pretty damn amazing. Nico, Sawyer, Lily, Raven, Jackson and Stella were awesome! Especially Jackson, I just loved him. They brought depth to the story and gave us a more well rounded view of who Shay and Kolton were as they helped (pushed/herded) them along on the road to their HEA.
I really enjoyed the writing style and flow of the story. The twists and turns in the plot and subplots were well done and kept me on my toes as everything played out. The first person dual POV was done very well and I liked how distinct both voices were. The characters, both main and secondary, were very well developed and I’m looking forward to spending more time with each of the characters as the series progresses.
The Bottom Line: Great start to a new series! Can’t wait to get my hands on the next one :)
~ ARC received from a One-click Addict Support Group giveaway via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review ~
I really liked Shay and Kolton, even when they were snapping at each other over the stupidest things, I liked them and a lot of that has to do with understanding where their hearts and minds are at when they collide. Shay has been unceremoniously dumped by her toxic/controlling boyfriend and is on a mission to find herself and regain the independence she gave up. She wants to find the witty, sarcastic, confident, caring and talented woman she knows she is and have her come back out to play, which is an awesome mission, but part of that mission is keep out any male who thinks they have the right to tell her what to do.
Kolton, on the other hand, isn’t in search of anything. He is quite content with the way his life is and has no problem with the fact that he is single. Unfortunately his best friends and assistant don’t agree. They feel that he is just existing and feel he needs to shake things up aka find a woman, even if it’s just for one night. After much badgering he agrees to go on vacation with them, just to shut them up, though he has no inclination to look for a woman at all, but fate steps in and takes charge.
As for their relationship I swear I spent equal amounts of time laughing, swooning (Kolton is my new book boyfriend) and wanting to smack some sense into Shay and Kolton as I read this book, but regardless of what reaction I was having I really enjoyed how their relationship played out because it felt real. Nothing felt rushed or even over the top, well their confrontations in Aspen were a touch OTT but it is what it is and it all worked. I really want to go into more detail, but that would ruin the journey, so what I will say is that it is worth it. We get to see them both at their worst as well as their best and everything in between as they go from snapping at each other at every turn to finding out that they actually like each other to them trying to figure out if they can let go of the demons that plague them and follow their hearts.
Of course no budding romance runs smoothly and when the potholes in the road appear it takes a village to get through it and Shay and Kolton’s village is pretty damn amazing. Nico, Sawyer, Lily, Raven, Jackson and Stella were awesome! Especially Jackson, I just loved him. They brought depth to the story and gave us a more well rounded view of who Shay and Kolton were as they helped (pushed/herded) them along on the road to their HEA.
I really enjoyed the writing style and flow of the story. The twists and turns in the plot and subplots were well done and kept me on my toes as everything played out. The first person dual POV was done very well and I liked how distinct both voices were. The characters, both main and secondary, were very well developed and I’m looking forward to spending more time with each of the characters as the series progresses.
The Bottom Line: Great start to a new series! Can’t wait to get my hands on the next one :)
~ ARC received from a One-click Addict Support Group giveaway via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review ~
January 13, 2018
Kolton intreccia le dita alle mie, apre la giacca e si porta la mia mano sul petto. Per riscaldarci? Per rispondere alla mia domanda inespressa? Sì, sì, sì, risponde il suo cuore in codice Morse.
In questo momento non importa nient'altro. Nè il lavoro nè lo Stronzo nè il mio conto bancario sempre più vuoto.
L'unica cosa che esiste è il battito regolare del suo cuore, il mio batticuore.
Se a prima vista poteva sembrare la classica trama vedovo (belloccio e ricco) con figlio al seguito che punta alla seconda occasione, questa è invece una versione assai particolare, sboccata e condita da tanto sesso e battute mordaci (non mi vergogno a dirlo, ma specie nelle scene di Aspen ho ridacchiato più di una volta).
I protagonisti sono agli antipodi e narrano la loro vicende a voci alternate, un capitolo a Shay e un capitolo a Kolton.
Se da una parte Shay Terminator decide di prendersi una pausa da una storia sentimentale che l'ha rammollita e ha il dente avvelenato con il genere maschile, dall'altro il vedovo Kolton è stanco di donne che lo inseguono per il soldi e il buon sesso, e vorrebbe rifarsi una vita.
Quindi una vuole libertà,l'altro cerca stabilità.
Intorno i loro quattro amici (due ragazze e due ragazzi) si godono la vacanza più sereni e mettono le basi per futuri sviluppi.
Come dicevo, prima parte senza dubbio migliore.
Una volta tornati a casa, Shay entra troppo in modalità "la sfiga colpisce - che ne sarà di me".
Ora non posso pensare che una tizia con lavoro precario, in ritardo con l'affitto e senza un dollaro messo da parte, poteva starsene sino a qualche giorno prima a fare la bella vita sulle navi. Va bene che hai un'amica ricca che ti aiuta, contare sempre sugli altri è puro parassitismo (non sfortuna).
E quindi quando la protagonista non vuole accettare la corte del ricco-bellissimo-sexy-generoso-simpatico-bravo papà perché teme che gli altri pensino che potrà farsi mantenere, un motivo c'è. E si chiama coda di paglia.
In ogni caso è un primo libro molto piacevole. Ci sono momenti divertenti e momenti tenerissimi (e Jackson è davvero un bimbo dolce e originale da abbracciare). In più all'orizzonte ci sono le storie delle altre due amiche e due amici. Le coppie sono prevedibili, ma io aspetto fortemente Raven la dura e Nico il poliziotto.
PS. Mi ha lasciata perplessa l'elenco finale con decine di nomi, tra editor, beta reader e lettori, che ha messo le mani nella stesura. Ora,non stiamo parlando di Guerra e Pace in quattro volumi, per cui alla fine uno si chiede se, dopo tutti questi aiuti e interventi, è rimasta qualche frase partorita dalla sola autrice.
In questo momento non importa nient'altro. Nè il lavoro nè lo Stronzo nè il mio conto bancario sempre più vuoto.
L'unica cosa che esiste è il battito regolare del suo cuore, il mio batticuore.
Se a prima vista poteva sembrare la classica trama vedovo (belloccio e ricco) con figlio al seguito che punta alla seconda occasione, questa è invece una versione assai particolare, sboccata e condita da tanto sesso e battute mordaci (non mi vergogno a dirlo, ma specie nelle scene di Aspen ho ridacchiato più di una volta).
I protagonisti sono agli antipodi e narrano la loro vicende a voci alternate, un capitolo a Shay e un capitolo a Kolton.
Se da una parte Shay Terminator decide di prendersi una pausa da una storia sentimentale che l'ha rammollita e ha il dente avvelenato con il genere maschile, dall'altro il vedovo Kolton è stanco di donne che lo inseguono per il soldi e il buon sesso, e vorrebbe rifarsi una vita.
Quindi una vuole libertà,l'altro cerca stabilità.
Intorno i loro quattro amici (due ragazze e due ragazzi) si godono la vacanza più sereni e mettono le basi per futuri sviluppi.
Come dicevo, prima parte senza dubbio migliore.
Una volta tornati a casa, Shay entra troppo in modalità "la sfiga colpisce - che ne sarà di me".
Ora non posso pensare che una tizia con lavoro precario, in ritardo con l'affitto e senza un dollaro messo da parte, poteva starsene sino a qualche giorno prima a fare la bella vita sulle navi. Va bene che hai un'amica ricca che ti aiuta, contare sempre sugli altri è puro parassitismo (non sfortuna).
E quindi quando la protagonista non vuole accettare la corte del ricco-bellissimo-sexy-generoso-simpatico-bravo papà perché teme che gli altri pensino che potrà farsi mantenere, un motivo c'è. E si chiama coda di paglia.
In ogni caso è un primo libro molto piacevole. Ci sono momenti divertenti e momenti tenerissimi (e Jackson è davvero un bimbo dolce e originale da abbracciare). In più all'orizzonte ci sono le storie delle altre due amiche e due amici. Le coppie sono prevedibili, ma io aspetto fortemente Raven la dura e Nico il poliziotto.
PS. Mi ha lasciata perplessa l'elenco finale con decine di nomi, tra editor, beta reader e lettori, che ha messo le mani nella stesura. Ora,non stiamo parlando di Guerra e Pace in quattro volumi, per cui alla fine uno si chiede se, dopo tutti questi aiuti e interventi, è rimasta qualche frase partorita dalla sola autrice.
November 16, 2017
4 stelline e mezzo!
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Con questo contemporary romance arriva in Italia per la prima volta l'autrice Kelly Siskind.
Con una trama così in linea con i miei gusti non potevo non sperimentare il suo stile, e ora, a fine lettura, posso affermare che non solo mi ha conquistata con questa storia, ma che non vedo l'ora di leggere anche i due volumi successivi.
Aspen, nota località montana sciistica del Colorado, è l'affascinante luogo in cui si conoscono tutti i protagonisti principali di questa serie, ma questo primo volume si focalizza principalmente su due di loro: Shay e Kolton.
Kolton ha ventinove anni e divide tutto il suo tempo tra la sua società in espansione e il suo bimbo di sette anni, un ragazzino talmente simpatico e spontaneo che mi ha fatto divertire in diverse scene.
Shay ha venticinque anni, è una interior designer in erba, ed ha appena rotto con un ragazzo perfettino che le diceva sempre cosa fare. Ora è decisa a tornare la ragazza spumeggiante di un tempo e non farsi mai più condizionare la vita da un uomo.
Nella prima parte del romanzo, quella più divertente, ironica e piccante, Shay da il meglio di se con l'affascinante Kolton. I due si incontrano, anzi, si scontrano per la prima volta su una pista da sci, dando inizio ad un rapporto conflittuale contraddistinto da battutine al vetriolo che mi hanno fatto ridere un sacco. Shay e Kolton non si sopportano, ma non riescono nemmeno a tenere le mani lontane l'uno dall'altra, e sarà così per tutta la breve vacanza, fino al momento in cui entrambi dovranno ritornare alle proprie vite ai lati opposti del Paese.
In seguito, Shay e Kolton avranno modo di incontrarsi di nuovo per motivi di lavoro, e sarà il momento ideale per approfondire la loro conoscenza e scoprire se, oltre all'esplosiva alchimia fisica, c'è qualcosa di più.
Tra i due protagonisti quello che mi è piaciuto maggiormente è Kolton. Prima mi ha fatto divertire con le sue frecciatine e il suo carisma e in seguito mi ha conquistata completamente con la sua dolcezza, la sua pazienza e la sua determinazione nel voler conquistare il cuore di Shay.
Come ha fatto lei anche solo a tentennare davanti a tutto quel corteggiamento? Io sono caduta ai piedi di Kolton praticamente subito!
Oltre ai sentimenti però ci sono in gioco diversi fattori: la lontananza, il bene di un dolcissimo bambino e la carriera di Shay che non vuole mettere nuovamente a rischio per via di un uomo.
Sullo sfondo della loro storia e dei loro alti e bassi, vediamo le prime interazioni tra le due amiche di Shay e i due amici di Kolton, che verranno sviluppate nei romanzi successivi a loro dedicati. Devo dire che mi ispirano tutti quanti!
Lo stile della Sinskid è scorrevolissimo e fluido, i dialoghi fra i suoi personaggi mi sono piaciuti molto, così come l'alternarsi di scene romantiche e sentimentali ad altre divertentissime. Il punto di vista alternato tra i due protagonisti è sempre una scelta che approvo in pieno perché mi permette di immedesimarmi nei panni di entrambi e comprendere così i loro dubbi e le loro reazioni in certe particolari scene.
Quante volte ti ho odiato è una storia d'amore divertente, molto sensuale e romantica che vi consiglio di leggere! Vista l'ambientazione invernale, è anche il periodo adatto!
Punto di vista: prima persona, di Shay e di Kolton
Sensualità: tensione sessuale e scene hot presenti
Caratteristiche: divertente, sensuale, romantico
Stile narrativo: molto scorrevole, dialoghi pungenti fortissimi!
Tipo di finale: autoconclusivo
http://www.leggereromanticamente.com/...
Con questo contemporary romance arriva in Italia per la prima volta l'autrice Kelly Siskind.
Con una trama così in linea con i miei gusti non potevo non sperimentare il suo stile, e ora, a fine lettura, posso affermare che non solo mi ha conquistata con questa storia, ma che non vedo l'ora di leggere anche i due volumi successivi.
Aspen, nota località montana sciistica del Colorado, è l'affascinante luogo in cui si conoscono tutti i protagonisti principali di questa serie, ma questo primo volume si focalizza principalmente su due di loro: Shay e Kolton.
Kolton ha ventinove anni e divide tutto il suo tempo tra la sua società in espansione e il suo bimbo di sette anni, un ragazzino talmente simpatico e spontaneo che mi ha fatto divertire in diverse scene.
Shay ha venticinque anni, è una interior designer in erba, ed ha appena rotto con un ragazzo perfettino che le diceva sempre cosa fare. Ora è decisa a tornare la ragazza spumeggiante di un tempo e non farsi mai più condizionare la vita da un uomo.
Nella prima parte del romanzo, quella più divertente, ironica e piccante, Shay da il meglio di se con l'affascinante Kolton. I due si incontrano, anzi, si scontrano per la prima volta su una pista da sci, dando inizio ad un rapporto conflittuale contraddistinto da battutine al vetriolo che mi hanno fatto ridere un sacco. Shay e Kolton non si sopportano, ma non riescono nemmeno a tenere le mani lontane l'uno dall'altra, e sarà così per tutta la breve vacanza, fino al momento in cui entrambi dovranno ritornare alle proprie vite ai lati opposti del Paese.
In seguito, Shay e Kolton avranno modo di incontrarsi di nuovo per motivi di lavoro, e sarà il momento ideale per approfondire la loro conoscenza e scoprire se, oltre all'esplosiva alchimia fisica, c'è qualcosa di più.
Tra i due protagonisti quello che mi è piaciuto maggiormente è Kolton. Prima mi ha fatto divertire con le sue frecciatine e il suo carisma e in seguito mi ha conquistata completamente con la sua dolcezza, la sua pazienza e la sua determinazione nel voler conquistare il cuore di Shay.
Come ha fatto lei anche solo a tentennare davanti a tutto quel corteggiamento? Io sono caduta ai piedi di Kolton praticamente subito!
Oltre ai sentimenti però ci sono in gioco diversi fattori: la lontananza, il bene di un dolcissimo bambino e la carriera di Shay che non vuole mettere nuovamente a rischio per via di un uomo.
Sullo sfondo della loro storia e dei loro alti e bassi, vediamo le prime interazioni tra le due amiche di Shay e i due amici di Kolton, che verranno sviluppate nei romanzi successivi a loro dedicati. Devo dire che mi ispirano tutti quanti!
Lo stile della Sinskid è scorrevolissimo e fluido, i dialoghi fra i suoi personaggi mi sono piaciuti molto, così come l'alternarsi di scene romantiche e sentimentali ad altre divertentissime. Il punto di vista alternato tra i due protagonisti è sempre una scelta che approvo in pieno perché mi permette di immedesimarmi nei panni di entrambi e comprendere così i loro dubbi e le loro reazioni in certe particolari scene.
Quante volte ti ho odiato è una storia d'amore divertente, molto sensuale e romantica che vi consiglio di leggere! Vista l'ambientazione invernale, è anche il periodo adatto!
Punto di vista: prima persona, di Shay e di Kolton
Sensualità: tensione sessuale e scene hot presenti
Caratteristiche: divertente, sensuale, romantico
Stile narrativo: molto scorrevole, dialoghi pungenti fortissimi!
Tipo di finale: autoconclusivo
March 24, 2016
4.5 “Sexy Aspen Adventures” STARS
ARC via NetGalley.
Thank you, Forever Yours!
I read Kelly Siskind’s debut (Chasing Crazy) not too long ago and it taught me one important thing about this new author: you can always count on her to make you laugh. Her second title just confirmed that. I’ll never think about G-spot without remembering that scene and laughing ever again (you’ll get it once you read it).
My Perfect Mistake is the first book in a new series (it isn’t related to her debut), and I’m dying to read the next stories about this book MC’s friends, especially the one about Lilly and Sawyer. But before we get to them, let’s talk about Shay and Kolton (love the names), the couple featured in this book.
Shay is an interior designer who was recently dumped by her long time boyfriend and went on a skiing trip to Aspen with her girlfriends to get a fresh start. She needs it badly, because her last five years were wasted on the douchebag who turned her into someone she doesn’t like – she’s stopped eating what she wanted to fit his idea of a woman’s perfect body, she gave up on a promotion and a dream job because he didn’t want her to take it, she let him control every aspect of her life. But Shay is willing to get her life back and find the independent, strong woman she once was, and she swears never to let a man make decision for her again. First step is to dispose of a piece of clothing that stood as a sign of her ex-boyfriends borderline abusive behavior: a black bra.
But that bra finds a destination – the top of Kolton’s head. From that moment on, we know these two will find their way to each other.
Kolton is a businessman and a single dad. He’s been raising his seven-year-old son with the help of his friends, his mother-in-law (his wife died when their son was born) and his super cool assistant (she was hilarious and one of my favorite characters). He goes to Aspen with his two best friends, both getting on his nerve about how he should start dating again, and that’s where he meets Shay.
At first, Kolton and Shay simply can’t stand each other. There’s a lot of arguing, funny nicknames and insult-trading going on. Foreplay, because the sexual chemistry is undeniable. So strong they get it going early on. And, damn, it was sexy. Bathroom sex never looked so appealing. But they were back to arguing again. More foreplay. More hot sex scenes. You get the drill.
The chemistry between Kolton and Shay and the romance are the focus of the story, and the author does a great job presenting challenges to keep them apart for a while, which is the way I like. Kelly Siskind explores Shay’s insecurities taking her on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance. It was a pleasure to watch it. And though Kolton and Shay have sex early on, the will-they-won’t-they keeps the reader turning pages to see what will happen next. You know what else will keep you reading? Kolton.
Dude. Kolton is hot. Think tall, strong and long hair HOT. *swoons* He’s also adorable. He tries really hard to be a great dad – what woman in her right mind doesn’t find that sexy? And he’s soooo good at wooing that he should be appointed the President of the wooing club. His attention to details and his willingness to do whatever it takes to win Shay over is impressive. He tries hard without coming across as an arrogant douchebag, because he knows what to do. Because he paid attention. Because he cares. I loved all the small and big gestures just as much as Shay. *swoons a little more*
I also loved how Kolton’s wooing tactics made me feel like I was watching closely as Shay fell for him. Sure the book started with insta-love (and I’ve repeatedly said I don’t mind it because that’s how life is sometimes), but it wasn’t insta-love. Shay and Kolton fell in love with time, and as a reader I got to watch and participate every step of the way. Nothing makes me happier when reading romance.
Something I remember saying about Kelly Siskind’s debut (Chasing Crazy) was that I wished she’d treated the setting (New Zealand) more like a character since it was supposed to be a big part of the story. I don’t know if she noticed that somehow and decided to pay more attention to it this time, but I can’t complain about how she treated the setting here. While Shay and Kolton were in Aspen, I felt like I was right there with them. The author made the whole thing come to life. The same happened when Shay was describing the places she visited. I was impressed. Good for her, because if Kelly keeps writing entertaining and sexy stories and getting better with each book, I don’t think anyone will be able to stop her.
So while the MC’s voice in this book wasn’t as out there as it was in this author’s debut (which is also a good thing, because it shows she can write different MCs without making them all sound alike), the conflict and the characters were stronger. My Perfect Mistake is a book to start and finish in one day (I did!) and it’ll leave you anxious for the next title by this author. I expect great things of book #2 in this series and, after reading and loving her first two books, I’m positive Kelly Siskind won’t disappoint.
ARC via NetGalley.
Thank you, Forever Yours!
I read Kelly Siskind’s debut (Chasing Crazy) not too long ago and it taught me one important thing about this new author: you can always count on her to make you laugh. Her second title just confirmed that. I’ll never think about G-spot without remembering that scene and laughing ever again (you’ll get it once you read it).
My Perfect Mistake is the first book in a new series (it isn’t related to her debut), and I’m dying to read the next stories about this book MC’s friends, especially the one about Lilly and Sawyer. But before we get to them, let’s talk about Shay and Kolton (love the names), the couple featured in this book.
Shay is an interior designer who was recently dumped by her long time boyfriend and went on a skiing trip to Aspen with her girlfriends to get a fresh start. She needs it badly, because her last five years were wasted on the douchebag who turned her into someone she doesn’t like – she’s stopped eating what she wanted to fit his idea of a woman’s perfect body, she gave up on a promotion and a dream job because he didn’t want her to take it, she let him control every aspect of her life. But Shay is willing to get her life back and find the independent, strong woman she once was, and she swears never to let a man make decision for her again. First step is to dispose of a piece of clothing that stood as a sign of her ex-boyfriends borderline abusive behavior: a black bra.
But that bra finds a destination – the top of Kolton’s head. From that moment on, we know these two will find their way to each other.
Kolton is a businessman and a single dad. He’s been raising his seven-year-old son with the help of his friends, his mother-in-law (his wife died when their son was born) and his super cool assistant (she was hilarious and one of my favorite characters). He goes to Aspen with his two best friends, both getting on his nerve about how he should start dating again, and that’s where he meets Shay.
At first, Kolton and Shay simply can’t stand each other. There’s a lot of arguing, funny nicknames and insult-trading going on. Foreplay, because the sexual chemistry is undeniable. So strong they get it going early on. And, damn, it was sexy. Bathroom sex never looked so appealing. But they were back to arguing again. More foreplay. More hot sex scenes. You get the drill.
The chemistry between Kolton and Shay and the romance are the focus of the story, and the author does a great job presenting challenges to keep them apart for a while, which is the way I like. Kelly Siskind explores Shay’s insecurities taking her on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance. It was a pleasure to watch it. And though Kolton and Shay have sex early on, the will-they-won’t-they keeps the reader turning pages to see what will happen next. You know what else will keep you reading? Kolton.
Dude. Kolton is hot. Think tall, strong and long hair HOT. *swoons* He’s also adorable. He tries really hard to be a great dad – what woman in her right mind doesn’t find that sexy? And he’s soooo good at wooing that he should be appointed the President of the wooing club. His attention to details and his willingness to do whatever it takes to win Shay over is impressive. He tries hard without coming across as an arrogant douchebag, because he knows what to do. Because he paid attention. Because he cares. I loved all the small and big gestures just as much as Shay. *swoons a little more*
I also loved how Kolton’s wooing tactics made me feel like I was watching closely as Shay fell for him. Sure the book started with insta-love (and I’ve repeatedly said I don’t mind it because that’s how life is sometimes), but it wasn’t insta-love. Shay and Kolton fell in love with time, and as a reader I got to watch and participate every step of the way. Nothing makes me happier when reading romance.
Something I remember saying about Kelly Siskind’s debut (Chasing Crazy) was that I wished she’d treated the setting (New Zealand) more like a character since it was supposed to be a big part of the story. I don’t know if she noticed that somehow and decided to pay more attention to it this time, but I can’t complain about how she treated the setting here. While Shay and Kolton were in Aspen, I felt like I was right there with them. The author made the whole thing come to life. The same happened when Shay was describing the places she visited. I was impressed. Good for her, because if Kelly keeps writing entertaining and sexy stories and getting better with each book, I don’t think anyone will be able to stop her.
So while the MC’s voice in this book wasn’t as out there as it was in this author’s debut (which is also a good thing, because it shows she can write different MCs without making them all sound alike), the conflict and the characters were stronger. My Perfect Mistake is a book to start and finish in one day (I did!) and it’ll leave you anxious for the next title by this author. I expect great things of book #2 in this series and, after reading and loving her first two books, I’m positive Kelly Siskind won’t disappoint.
March 31, 2016
Read full review HERE
Back in January I read Chasing Crazy by Kelly Siskind and I absolutely loved it. So, when Kelly’s second book hit Netgalley, my cursor was on the request button faster than lightning. And then the publisher refused me the book!!! I mean, dudes, WTF????!!!! I got what the problem was: I wasn’t in the countries they were searching for. But I really wanted to read this book, like really really, so I did the smart thing, and wrote to them directly requesting this one and one other (a sequel to another book I had already read and liked), explaining why I NEEDED BOTH BOOKS! They were awesome, and in 2 hours I had the links to both books. Smartest decision ever, because both books got 4.5 stars from me. Now, on to the review…
This book blew me away! As I said, this wasn’t my first book by Kelly Siskind, so I was expecting fun and romantic, but this… wow… just wow… I was laughing so much right from the start that I had to stop having lunch. People, I was snorting, my food was coming out, it was not pretty, and I was in public! Another solution would have been stop reading, but stop eating was more practical at that precise moment. I will read ANYTHING Siskind writes! It’s such an easy, hilarious, fun and heartfelt read. Seriously guys, this book rocks!
I absolutely loved the characters, all of them, ALL, 7% in and I was already wondering when we were going to get a book about Nico, because seriously, a huge cop who moves in with his best friend to take care of a baby? I want to know more, Kelly tell us more!
Shay was amazing! I was smitten by this girl from the moment she started narrating the story. It was amazing to see her recognize what was wrong with everything about her previous relationship and take life by its horns. And Terminator Shay was AMAZEBALLS! And then we have Kolton, and oh boy, I never thought much about guys with long hair… until this dude showed up on this book. Kolton was great, I can’t even, I mean, I’m a sucker for stories about single dads, but Kolton’s relationship with his son and his friends, and his job, and everything around him blew me away.
The relationship was funny as well from the get-go. Their initial hatred for each other was so much fun, and when that turns into something else… oh well… the BATHROOM… I’m still not over the bathroom incident. I really loved the progression of the story, it’s no insta-love. Sure, they’re are instantly attracted to one another, but the feelings develop with time and conversations and actions, and a lot of woo. I loved how supportive they were of each other, whether it was career wise, or the simple things such as supporting Jackson the best way they could. I also LOVED JACKSON and his involvement in their story. The kid is adorable and I wanted more of him.
When things get tricky, I did understand both stands, and my heart was breaking because I did understand both sides and I wanted both of them to just let go… with that said, I loved the last scene, and the only reason this book didn’t get 5 full stars from me it’s that it ended too abruptly. I needed one more chapter, just one, with a sauna, or a pillow forte, or some kind of normal thing like that…
Now, important question… when does the next book come out? I need to know more about Lily, at least I want to know if her story will be with who I think it is, because I so need that to happen! Also, I need some Raven and Nico, I’m so curious about what went down in Aspen between those two. Honestly, I just need more!
So, guys, read this book! It’s fun, beautiful and AMAZINGLY HOT!!!!
Back in January I read Chasing Crazy by Kelly Siskind and I absolutely loved it. So, when Kelly’s second book hit Netgalley, my cursor was on the request button faster than lightning. And then the publisher refused me the book!!! I mean, dudes, WTF????!!!! I got what the problem was: I wasn’t in the countries they were searching for. But I really wanted to read this book, like really really, so I did the smart thing, and wrote to them directly requesting this one and one other (a sequel to another book I had already read and liked), explaining why I NEEDED BOTH BOOKS! They were awesome, and in 2 hours I had the links to both books. Smartest decision ever, because both books got 4.5 stars from me. Now, on to the review…
This book blew me away! As I said, this wasn’t my first book by Kelly Siskind, so I was expecting fun and romantic, but this… wow… just wow… I was laughing so much right from the start that I had to stop having lunch. People, I was snorting, my food was coming out, it was not pretty, and I was in public! Another solution would have been stop reading, but stop eating was more practical at that precise moment. I will read ANYTHING Siskind writes! It’s such an easy, hilarious, fun and heartfelt read. Seriously guys, this book rocks!
I absolutely loved the characters, all of them, ALL, 7% in and I was already wondering when we were going to get a book about Nico, because seriously, a huge cop who moves in with his best friend to take care of a baby? I want to know more, Kelly tell us more!
Shay was amazing! I was smitten by this girl from the moment she started narrating the story. It was amazing to see her recognize what was wrong with everything about her previous relationship and take life by its horns. And Terminator Shay was AMAZEBALLS! And then we have Kolton, and oh boy, I never thought much about guys with long hair… until this dude showed up on this book. Kolton was great, I can’t even, I mean, I’m a sucker for stories about single dads, but Kolton’s relationship with his son and his friends, and his job, and everything around him blew me away.
The relationship was funny as well from the get-go. Their initial hatred for each other was so much fun, and when that turns into something else… oh well… the BATHROOM… I’m still not over the bathroom incident. I really loved the progression of the story, it’s no insta-love. Sure, they’re are instantly attracted to one another, but the feelings develop with time and conversations and actions, and a lot of woo. I loved how supportive they were of each other, whether it was career wise, or the simple things such as supporting Jackson the best way they could. I also LOVED JACKSON and his involvement in their story. The kid is adorable and I wanted more of him.
When things get tricky, I did understand both stands, and my heart was breaking because I did understand both sides and I wanted both of them to just let go… with that said, I loved the last scene, and the only reason this book didn’t get 5 full stars from me it’s that it ended too abruptly. I needed one more chapter, just one, with a sauna, or a pillow forte, or some kind of normal thing like that…
Now, important question… when does the next book come out? I need to know more about Lily, at least I want to know if her story will be with who I think it is, because I so need that to happen! Also, I need some Raven and Nico, I’m so curious about what went down in Aspen between those two. Honestly, I just need more!
So, guys, read this book! It’s fun, beautiful and AMAZINGLY HOT!!!!
March 21, 2016
This left me totally divided. I adore bits and loathed others... But mostly My Perfect Mistake made clear that, Siskind's writing will keep me reading anything she throws at me!
I loved Siskind's prose in previous books. But then I also liked the storyline and loved the characters. With My Perfect Mistake it became clear that I am hooked by her writing. Whenever I put the book down and thought about it- there were so many things I found agitating. I am not a huge fan of some of the characters for examples, it's too insta, not sure about the plot... BUT the moment I started reading I was hooked, I didn't care about all the things I will be ranting in a bit. NOPE. Not at all. I gobbled it all nicely up. And that my friends is fantastic writing in my books.
The plot starts off as super-insta-lust. Then take a turn to wait-we-might-have-a-connection to let's-play-coy to full-on-love-and-happiness, another drama-that-makes-wanna-punch-the-two-idiots and finishes with a swoony HEA.
I loved the Aspen bits, even if it was totally insta. I loved the chemistry between Shay and Kolton. Though his "secret" and her quick-to-assume-attitude already were a bit off-putting. I liked the banter and the quick back and forth, the competitive little fights, it's explosive and fun.
Then I found myself hoping that Siskind is going to take a 180 and do it all slow-like... but sadly that didn't happen, so while I found the middle entertaining- I also found it a bit too crafted, trying too hard to be quirky but still cliche.
The last bit, honestly, I totally inhaled it. BUT I was kinda so over all the dramas. As a commitment-phobe I had lost my patience with the excuse of being scared of commitment or hiding behind the past. While it was a joy to read it also felt drawn out. -see? Divided!
I liked Kolton. Who wouldn't? Show me one girl that wouldn't wanna be wooed by him. Yeah, even I would. In fact he is the saving grace of this story. I loved his POV. I found him interesting and could relate to him... and yeah bring on the wooing dude, I would totally cave first minute.
Shay, though I do kinda like her, grated on me. I get her issues- well she rasped on and on and on about it, so there is no missing it. I can't really relate, simply because I have never been in that situation, it's kinda so contrary to my character. But I know it's distinctly possible to be in her situation. I felt really sympathetic for the first 20% then I just felt like she is milking it.
Jackson is sweet, and while I liked him, I found at times that it felt like Siskind is trying to hard to make him a unique character. It felt constructed.
In fact at time the entire support cast felt a wee bit too cliche. But I actually didn't mind it most of the time.
Having said that Shay was annoying, I also have to say, that there were great moments of her character growth. She did make changes that were awesome and I liked that she gradually got her confidence back. So again, I liked parts of the character building and others not so much.
So basically very well written cute & fluffy, that was highly entertaining but a bit too melodramatic at times and a wee bit too drawn out.
Now. The big question is: When is Lily's book coming out?
I loved Siskind's prose in previous books. But then I also liked the storyline and loved the characters. With My Perfect Mistake it became clear that I am hooked by her writing. Whenever I put the book down and thought about it- there were so many things I found agitating. I am not a huge fan of some of the characters for examples, it's too insta, not sure about the plot... BUT the moment I started reading I was hooked, I didn't care about all the things I will be ranting in a bit. NOPE. Not at all. I gobbled it all nicely up. And that my friends is fantastic writing in my books.
The plot starts off as super-insta-lust. Then take a turn to wait-we-might-have-a-connection to let's-play-coy to full-on-love-and-happiness, another drama-that-makes-wanna-punch-the-two-idiots and finishes with a swoony HEA.
I loved the Aspen bits, even if it was totally insta. I loved the chemistry between Shay and Kolton. Though his "secret" and her quick-to-assume-attitude already were a bit off-putting. I liked the banter and the quick back and forth, the competitive little fights, it's explosive and fun.
Then I found myself hoping that Siskind is going to take a 180 and do it all slow-like... but sadly that didn't happen, so while I found the middle entertaining- I also found it a bit too crafted, trying too hard to be quirky but still cliche.
The last bit, honestly, I totally inhaled it. BUT I was kinda so over all the dramas. As a commitment-phobe I had lost my patience with the excuse of being scared of commitment or hiding behind the past. While it was a joy to read it also felt drawn out. -see? Divided!
I liked Kolton. Who wouldn't? Show me one girl that wouldn't wanna be wooed by him. Yeah, even I would. In fact he is the saving grace of this story. I loved his POV. I found him interesting and could relate to him... and yeah bring on the wooing dude, I would totally cave first minute.
Shay, though I do kinda like her, grated on me. I get her issues- well she rasped on and on and on about it, so there is no missing it. I can't really relate, simply because I have never been in that situation, it's kinda so contrary to my character. But I know it's distinctly possible to be in her situation. I felt really sympathetic for the first 20% then I just felt like she is milking it.
Jackson is sweet, and while I liked him, I found at times that it felt like Siskind is trying to hard to make him a unique character. It felt constructed.
In fact at time the entire support cast felt a wee bit too cliche. But I actually didn't mind it most of the time.
Having said that Shay was annoying, I also have to say, that there were great moments of her character growth. She did make changes that were awesome and I liked that she gradually got her confidence back. So again, I liked parts of the character building and others not so much.
So basically very well written cute & fluffy, that was highly entertaining but a bit too melodramatic at times and a wee bit too drawn out.
Now. The big question is: When is Lily's book coming out?
March 12, 2016
To be honest I skipped over this book like 3 times in the past week and yesterday I gave up and said what the hell I'm going to read it. Needless to say once I started it I couldn't put it down and I really didn't want too. I stayed up until it was finished and when I looked at the time (5:30 am) all I could say it was so damn good I didn't care I was loosing some much needed sleep.
Siskind is a new author to me and I am thanking the book heavens that she was sent to me. This book has to be one of the funniest and romantic books I have read so far this year!
The characters are absolutely great. We meet Shay who is in Aspen getting over her ex "the dick" they were together for 5 years but somewhere along the way she lost herself so when her girlfriends and her decide for a girls weekend she is all in and she hopes to find a hot ski guy but she didn't expect to crash right into him.
Kolton is a single dad and works hard with his outerwear company. When his friends and him are Aspen he starts wondering if he will ever find someone to share his life with but nothing is going right on this trip so far and it starts with one crazy ass woman who is about to take him on the ride of his life.
I loved these two!! They had such great chemistry that tops off their funnier nicknames. These two actually don't meet on the best of terms but oh man you can tell how fun and exciting their relationship is going to be. To me this two should win an award for couple of the year that's just how great they are!
Normally in books I don't see a lot of wooing but I'll be damned Kolton is the KING of wooing! Not only is he sexy but that man does the littlest things in the world just to get Shay to finally go out with him and give him a chance. McDonald's fries, movies and pez dispensers are all part of his plan. While I was reading all I kept thinking was if Shay doesn't want him I would gladly take him off her hands.
Did I mention this book is funny? And not a little funny I mean omg laugh out loud funny. I thought Siskind did an excellent job with the comedy in this story.
The storyline wasn't cheesy and it was realistic. Them meeting, getting together, and falling in love doesn't happen in the span of a few days or weeks nope it takes months. And it's months of them not only spending time in the bedroom but actually getting to know one another.
Siskind was just added to my auto buy list and I'm really looking forward to reading the rest of this series. Their friends hit it off in this book so I'm excited to see what path Siskind will take each couple on.
If you're looking for a funny, sexy, romantic book that is filled with wooing I highly recommend reading My Perfect Mistake!
June 22, 2016
I received an early copy of this book, began reading then promptly stopped reading to go buy a set of fans to cool me down. I did not stop reading again til I turned the last page. This book is such a fun ride from start to finish.
Shay and Kolton get off to a rocky start as they collide on a ski slope and exchange heated words. But their "hate-to-love" romance produces a chemistry so passionate they're at each other's throats one minute, and in each other's arms the next. I found it adorable that the more they fought, the more irresistible they found each other ... at first. The relationship matures quickly past their initial feuding, but real life presents obstacles they find it much harder to overcome. They have to figure out how to navigate the distance that separates them physically and the fears from past relationships that separate them emotionally.
A cast of friends and family add depth to their worlds and promise more books in the future.
I'm looking forward to reading more from Kelly. Her writing pops with hilarious turns of phrase and heart-felt emotion.
Shay and Kolton get off to a rocky start as they collide on a ski slope and exchange heated words. But their "hate-to-love" romance produces a chemistry so passionate they're at each other's throats one minute, and in each other's arms the next. I found it adorable that the more they fought, the more irresistible they found each other ... at first. The relationship matures quickly past their initial feuding, but real life presents obstacles they find it much harder to overcome. They have to figure out how to navigate the distance that separates them physically and the fears from past relationships that separate them emotionally.
A cast of friends and family add depth to their worlds and promise more books in the future.
I'm looking forward to reading more from Kelly. Her writing pops with hilarious turns of phrase and heart-felt emotion.
December 4, 2017
Una scoperta questa nuova autrice che per la prima volta approda in Italia con “Quante volte ti ho odiato”! Mi è piaciuto veramente moltissimo e tra l’altro, proprio ora che ci avviciniamo al periodo natalizio, è una lettura indicata, specie per la prima parte del libro. Ma non solo, dopo svariate letture affrontate che si sono rivelate un po' “pesanti”, questa storia mi ci voleva proprio. Una lettura per molti aspetti leggera, ma che viene condita con momenti più difficili, il tutto scritto molto bene dalla Siskind!
“Se ero a caccia di uno sciatore figo, il destino ci ha appena messo lo zampino. Il ragazzo si è tolto il casco per ispezionare le lenti della maschera probabilmente rotte. Cavoli! Capelli biondo cenere che arrivano alle spalle, spettinati in modo naturale e sexy, al punto che immagino di accarezzarli. Aggiungiamoci la barbetta incolta, le spalle larghe e il culetto sodo palesemente perfetto sotto i pantaloni da sci, e per poco non ricado sul sedere.”
Protagonista di questa storia è Shay, abita a Toronto e sta passando un momento difficile. Richard, il suo ex fidanzato, l’ha tradita dopo una storia durata cinque anni. Lui in tutti questi anni l’ha annientata al suo volere, ma soprattutto l’ha resa una persona con mille insicurezze e paure. Ora si ritrova ad Aspen per una mini vacanza insieme alle sue due amiche per aiutarla a passare questo periodo, ed è catapultata in mezzo al suo mondo: la neve e i suoi adorati sci. Lei ama questa disciplina, tanto che quando era più piccola aveva partecipato anche a qualche gara, vincendola. Sciando si sente libera come non le succede spesso nell’arco della sua vita.
“La Shay rilassata l’ho solo intravista. Una volta siamo finiti sulla seggiovia con due ragazzini della scuola di sci e ha chiacchierato tutto il tempo con loro, dolce e simpatica. Durante l’uscita a sei di ieri sera scherzava con le amiche, aveva la battuta pronta e la risata sguaiata contagiosa. Con me, invece, appena si rilassa un attimo e abbassa la guardia, si mette a mordere perché ho detto o fatto qualcosa di sbagliato, io abbaio, e in meno di un secondo ci saltiamo addosso.”
Kolton è un uomo affascinante, ricco, sexy e vive a Vancouver. È padre di un meraviglioso bambino di sette anni e lo sta crescendo da solo in quanto la moglie è venuta a mancare. In tutto questo tempo non ha mai avuto una storia importante.
Proprio in questo momento, anche Kolton si ritrova a Aspen con i suoi due amici. Pure lui, come Shay, adora sciare ed è proprio sciando che la incontra con un primo impatto esilarante: un vero e proprio capitombolo tra i due sulle piste da sci ed è subito un botta e risposta che ho adorato. Non solo, presto si scatenerà una fortissima attrazione tra loro, ma un unico problema: la vacanza sta terminando e purtroppo ognuno per la propria strada, come finirà? Beh..leggetelo *__*
Recensione completa: http://sedottedailibri.blogspot.it/20...
“Se ero a caccia di uno sciatore figo, il destino ci ha appena messo lo zampino. Il ragazzo si è tolto il casco per ispezionare le lenti della maschera probabilmente rotte. Cavoli! Capelli biondo cenere che arrivano alle spalle, spettinati in modo naturale e sexy, al punto che immagino di accarezzarli. Aggiungiamoci la barbetta incolta, le spalle larghe e il culetto sodo palesemente perfetto sotto i pantaloni da sci, e per poco non ricado sul sedere.”
Protagonista di questa storia è Shay, abita a Toronto e sta passando un momento difficile. Richard, il suo ex fidanzato, l’ha tradita dopo una storia durata cinque anni. Lui in tutti questi anni l’ha annientata al suo volere, ma soprattutto l’ha resa una persona con mille insicurezze e paure. Ora si ritrova ad Aspen per una mini vacanza insieme alle sue due amiche per aiutarla a passare questo periodo, ed è catapultata in mezzo al suo mondo: la neve e i suoi adorati sci. Lei ama questa disciplina, tanto che quando era più piccola aveva partecipato anche a qualche gara, vincendola. Sciando si sente libera come non le succede spesso nell’arco della sua vita.
“La Shay rilassata l’ho solo intravista. Una volta siamo finiti sulla seggiovia con due ragazzini della scuola di sci e ha chiacchierato tutto il tempo con loro, dolce e simpatica. Durante l’uscita a sei di ieri sera scherzava con le amiche, aveva la battuta pronta e la risata sguaiata contagiosa. Con me, invece, appena si rilassa un attimo e abbassa la guardia, si mette a mordere perché ho detto o fatto qualcosa di sbagliato, io abbaio, e in meno di un secondo ci saltiamo addosso.”
Kolton è un uomo affascinante, ricco, sexy e vive a Vancouver. È padre di un meraviglioso bambino di sette anni e lo sta crescendo da solo in quanto la moglie è venuta a mancare. In tutto questo tempo non ha mai avuto una storia importante.
Proprio in questo momento, anche Kolton si ritrova a Aspen con i suoi due amici. Pure lui, come Shay, adora sciare ed è proprio sciando che la incontra con un primo impatto esilarante: un vero e proprio capitombolo tra i due sulle piste da sci ed è subito un botta e risposta che ho adorato. Non solo, presto si scatenerà una fortissima attrazione tra loro, ma un unico problema: la vacanza sta terminando e purtroppo ognuno per la propria strada, come finirà? Beh..leggetelo *__*
Recensione completa: http://sedottedailibri.blogspot.it/20...
April 6, 2016
I love this book . I love that there is humor and serious moments in this book . I love enemys to lovers . So this is a great book .
I love that the love is growing en not insta love .
I love the chemistry between the characters and the storyline .
I would recommend this book :)
I love that the love is growing en not insta love .
I love the chemistry between the characters and the storyline .
I would recommend this book :)
December 26, 2016
Review to come!
November 16, 2017
Recensione presente anche sul blog Bookish Advisor http://bookishadvisor.blogspot.it
Quando ti ritrovi a leggere i primi due capitoli di un romanzo ridendo a crepapelle ti rendi conto che hai trovato una nuova autrice da seguire ad ogni nuova pubblicazione.
Era da tanto che non trovavo un romance divertente e romantico capace di coinvolgermi a tal punto da rimanere alzata fino a tarda notte per terminarne la lettura perché di solito sono i romanzi romantici ma ricchi di angst a portarmi a fare l'alba, proprio perché non riuscirei ad andare a letto tranquilla non sapendo se i protagonisti abbiano raggiunto il loro happily ever after. Quante volte ti odiato è la concretizzazione di quelle letture che leggi perché spassose, diverse e che ti ricordano che leggere è in primis un divertimento e che non sempre un libro deve nascondere un qualche insegnamento morale.
Questo è la storia di due ragazzi, Shay e Kolton, che si ritrovano a dover fare i conti con un'attrazione e una chimica immediata e da testardaggine che li porta sempre a battibeccare.
Shay è appena uscita da una relazione che l'ha annullata e che l'ha portata ad essere una mera ombra di se stessa e per questo ha deciso di divertirsi con le amiche in una estemporanea vacanza sulla neve candida di Aspen. Ed è qui che un incontro/scontro incrocerà la vita di Kolton, un ragazzo che ha deciso di perdere ogni speranza di incontrare l'amore.
Questi sono due personaggi che hanno perso la fiducia nell'amore e che non si aspettano certo di vedere la loro attrazione trasformarsi quasi in un ossessione, un pensiero fisso che ognuno di loro ha per l'altro finché non si ritroveranno per lavoro a condividere le emozioni forti e sconvolgenti che solo il vero amore porta con sé. Ma riusciranno i due a superare le difficoltà, ritrovarsi d'accordo e accettare di aver fiducia nel loro futuro?
Ho amato il personaggio di Shay, è quel tipico personaggio femminile che dopo una grande delusione non perde tempo nel soffrire ma si rimbocca le maniche per lottare per i suoi sogni e per i suoi desideri. È un personaggio forte e determinato capace di dare una carica al lettore indescrivibile quasi sentisse sulla sua pelle la stessa adrenalina e voglia di riuscire di Shay.
Kolton è il protagonista maschile impossibile da non amare. Sarà perché ho un debole per certe storie come lo è questa creata dalla Siskind ma non ho potuto fare a meno di provare subito un grande affetto per questo personaggio tanto da correre tra le pagine del libro per scoprire quando e come avrebbe raggiunto il suo happily ever after.
Impossibile non accennare a come i personaggi secondari riescano a illuminare le pagine e rendere la storia ancora più avvincente e accattivante. Ancora più emozionante è stato poi scoprire come poi questi personaggi saranno i protagonisti dei volumi successivi di questa serie di companion.
Lo stile della Siskind si caratterizza da un linguaggio semplice ma che aggiunto alla narrazione veloce e molto coinvolgente rende la storia una delle migliori lette nell'ultimo periodo sia perché la Siskind ha la capacità di ricamare una storia romantica e originale con un atipico humor che porta il lettore a ridere di gusto e divertirsi solo come pochissime letture sanno fare.
Ma diversamente da quanto si potrebbe pensare l'autrice riesce non solo a produrre un romanzo divertente e romantico ma anche a intrecciare alla storia tematiche che riescono a colpire il lettore inaspettatamente. Ho adorato scoprire che questa è una di quelle storie che si sviluppa su una delle mie trope preferite e che l'autrice ha fatto in modo di farmi innamorare di una storia che diversamente avrei preso in considerazione.
Quante volte ti ho odiato è una storia che coinvolge, che conquista e che sa regalare al lettore ore di divertimento. Una storia romantica, a tratti hot che saprà stupirvi positivamente.
4 Stelle
Quando ti ritrovi a leggere i primi due capitoli di un romanzo ridendo a crepapelle ti rendi conto che hai trovato una nuova autrice da seguire ad ogni nuova pubblicazione.
Era da tanto che non trovavo un romance divertente e romantico capace di coinvolgermi a tal punto da rimanere alzata fino a tarda notte per terminarne la lettura perché di solito sono i romanzi romantici ma ricchi di angst a portarmi a fare l'alba, proprio perché non riuscirei ad andare a letto tranquilla non sapendo se i protagonisti abbiano raggiunto il loro happily ever after. Quante volte ti odiato è la concretizzazione di quelle letture che leggi perché spassose, diverse e che ti ricordano che leggere è in primis un divertimento e che non sempre un libro deve nascondere un qualche insegnamento morale.
Questo è la storia di due ragazzi, Shay e Kolton, che si ritrovano a dover fare i conti con un'attrazione e una chimica immediata e da testardaggine che li porta sempre a battibeccare.
Shay è appena uscita da una relazione che l'ha annullata e che l'ha portata ad essere una mera ombra di se stessa e per questo ha deciso di divertirsi con le amiche in una estemporanea vacanza sulla neve candida di Aspen. Ed è qui che un incontro/scontro incrocerà la vita di Kolton, un ragazzo che ha deciso di perdere ogni speranza di incontrare l'amore.
Questi sono due personaggi che hanno perso la fiducia nell'amore e che non si aspettano certo di vedere la loro attrazione trasformarsi quasi in un ossessione, un pensiero fisso che ognuno di loro ha per l'altro finché non si ritroveranno per lavoro a condividere le emozioni forti e sconvolgenti che solo il vero amore porta con sé. Ma riusciranno i due a superare le difficoltà, ritrovarsi d'accordo e accettare di aver fiducia nel loro futuro?
Ho amato il personaggio di Shay, è quel tipico personaggio femminile che dopo una grande delusione non perde tempo nel soffrire ma si rimbocca le maniche per lottare per i suoi sogni e per i suoi desideri. È un personaggio forte e determinato capace di dare una carica al lettore indescrivibile quasi sentisse sulla sua pelle la stessa adrenalina e voglia di riuscire di Shay.
Kolton è il protagonista maschile impossibile da non amare. Sarà perché ho un debole per certe storie come lo è questa creata dalla Siskind ma non ho potuto fare a meno di provare subito un grande affetto per questo personaggio tanto da correre tra le pagine del libro per scoprire quando e come avrebbe raggiunto il suo happily ever after.
Impossibile non accennare a come i personaggi secondari riescano a illuminare le pagine e rendere la storia ancora più avvincente e accattivante. Ancora più emozionante è stato poi scoprire come poi questi personaggi saranno i protagonisti dei volumi successivi di questa serie di companion.
Lo stile della Siskind si caratterizza da un linguaggio semplice ma che aggiunto alla narrazione veloce e molto coinvolgente rende la storia una delle migliori lette nell'ultimo periodo sia perché la Siskind ha la capacità di ricamare una storia romantica e originale con un atipico humor che porta il lettore a ridere di gusto e divertirsi solo come pochissime letture sanno fare.
Ma diversamente da quanto si potrebbe pensare l'autrice riesce non solo a produrre un romanzo divertente e romantico ma anche a intrecciare alla storia tematiche che riescono a colpire il lettore inaspettatamente. Ho adorato scoprire che questa è una di quelle storie che si sviluppa su una delle mie trope preferite e che l'autrice ha fatto in modo di farmi innamorare di una storia che diversamente avrei preso in considerazione.
Quante volte ti ho odiato è una storia che coinvolge, che conquista e che sa regalare al lettore ore di divertimento. Una storia romantica, a tratti hot che saprà stupirvi positivamente.
4 Stelle
December 26, 2017
3.5 stars
Devo dire che questo libro inizialmente mi stava piacendo.
Shay e Kolton si scontrano su una pista da sci ad Aspen. Entrambi durante una vacanza con amici in montagna sperano di tornare a casa con nuovi progetti.
Shay spera di trovare la ragazza temeraria e spontanea che era un tempo, quella che con il procedere degli anni si è annullata per un fidanzato che l’ha lasciata tradendola.
Kolton vuole un po’ di tempo per sé, vedovo da sette anni cresce suo figlio da solo e tra il lavoro e la routine quotidiana ha una vita decisamente piena.
I due protagonisti fanno scintille quando sono vicini, battibeccano, si lanciano battutine irriverenti e sguardi infuocati. Gli innumerevoli incontri passionali in una toilette o in una zona appartata della pineta fanno da testimone come anche le corse in seggiovia o i brevi momenti trascorsi insieme in cui condividono piccoli stralci della loro vita.
I quattro giorni trascorrono troppo in fretta e con la convinzione di poter ritornare alle proprie città senza ripensamenti, ma non è così perché nonostante la brevità, i due non smettono di pensare all’altro anche se non vogliono ammetterlo.
Kolton come sempre farà il primo passo e corteggerà Shay con regali e frasi dolci che mostrano quanta attenzione dedicava alle loro chiacchierate. La ragazza invece teme questa relazione passionale e travolgente per la paura di perdersi dietro l’ombra di un altro uomo com’è successo con la sua relazione precedente.
Se inizialmente la loro turbolenta e focosa relazione mi piaceva, verso la fine è diventata un po’ ripetitiva. Kolton si può definire un santo per quanta pazienza e tenacia mostra nei confronti di Shay, lei invece con le sue paure e dubbi è monotona riscattandosi solo verso la fine, o quasi.
Anche il finale è un po’ affrettato ma la lettura non mi è dispiaciuta quindi sicuramente leggerò i libri seguenti per sapere come evolverà la storia per il resto degli amici.
Devo dire che questo libro inizialmente mi stava piacendo.
Shay e Kolton si scontrano su una pista da sci ad Aspen. Entrambi durante una vacanza con amici in montagna sperano di tornare a casa con nuovi progetti.
Shay spera di trovare la ragazza temeraria e spontanea che era un tempo, quella che con il procedere degli anni si è annullata per un fidanzato che l’ha lasciata tradendola.
Kolton vuole un po’ di tempo per sé, vedovo da sette anni cresce suo figlio da solo e tra il lavoro e la routine quotidiana ha una vita decisamente piena.
I due protagonisti fanno scintille quando sono vicini, battibeccano, si lanciano battutine irriverenti e sguardi infuocati. Gli innumerevoli incontri passionali in una toilette o in una zona appartata della pineta fanno da testimone come anche le corse in seggiovia o i brevi momenti trascorsi insieme in cui condividono piccoli stralci della loro vita.
I quattro giorni trascorrono troppo in fretta e con la convinzione di poter ritornare alle proprie città senza ripensamenti, ma non è così perché nonostante la brevità, i due non smettono di pensare all’altro anche se non vogliono ammetterlo.
Kolton come sempre farà il primo passo e corteggerà Shay con regali e frasi dolci che mostrano quanta attenzione dedicava alle loro chiacchierate. La ragazza invece teme questa relazione passionale e travolgente per la paura di perdersi dietro l’ombra di un altro uomo com’è successo con la sua relazione precedente.
Se inizialmente la loro turbolenta e focosa relazione mi piaceva, verso la fine è diventata un po’ ripetitiva. Kolton si può definire un santo per quanta pazienza e tenacia mostra nei confronti di Shay, lei invece con le sue paure e dubbi è monotona riscattandosi solo verso la fine, o quasi.
Anche il finale è un po’ affrettato ma la lettura non mi è dispiaciuta quindi sicuramente leggerò i libri seguenti per sapere come evolverà la storia per il resto degli amici.
April 26, 2016
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
So this book cemented the fact that Kelly is a must read author for me. Her debut book, Chasing Crazy, was so freaking good and as soon as I saw she was coming out with a new series, I knew I had to read it.
Shay is on a ski trip with her friends and she "meets" Kolton after they almost collide on the ski slope. They exchange insults and then go on their merry way. Later that night when Shay and her friends, Lily and Raven, are walking home back from the bar, they see the two guys that they had met earlier that day. They knock on the door of their condo door and Shay comes face to to face with Kolton. Turns out he is the best friend of Nico and Sawyer, the guys Lily and Raven met earlier. On the outside Shay and Kolton seem to despise each other, but a quick round of extremely hot sex in the bathroom tells another story. Sure, they call each other "Bitch" and "Asshole," but it is very obvious that there is more between them than hate.
Kolton and Shay run into each other again (this time while eating) what ensues is the two of them hanging out and having sex (Like a lot of sex. Hot, awesome sex.) for the duration of their trip:
This book is a bit angsty. Both Shay and Kolton are dealing with their own person demons, but also trying to find common ground to make their relationship work. Shay doesn't want to lose herself in another relationship and at times she lets that get in the way of her true feelings for Kolton. And Kolton is doing his best to show Shay that they could make things work, but she is so damn stubborn. Perfect, they are not. They both made choices that made me want to reach into the book and knock their heads together, but yet I understood why they made the choices they did.
Luckily this book isn't all about the drama though. There is plenty of romance (Kolton BROUGHT IT), humor and also some really sweet moments between Shay and Kolton.
I NEED the rest of this series! Next we get Lily and Sawyer's story. In this book, they form a very nice working relationship, but it is obvious that there is more to it. Lily is in a dead end relationship and the excerpt at the end of this book that tells us that that is about to change. And while I am looking forward to Lily and Sawyer's story, I can't wait for Raven and (the mysterious) Nico's book! Something went down with these two and I can't wait to find out! I need answers Kelly! ;-)
So this book cemented the fact that Kelly is a must read author for me. Her debut book, Chasing Crazy, was so freaking good and as soon as I saw she was coming out with a new series, I knew I had to read it.
Shay is on a ski trip with her friends and she "meets" Kolton after they almost collide on the ski slope. They exchange insults and then go on their merry way. Later that night when Shay and her friends, Lily and Raven, are walking home back from the bar, they see the two guys that they had met earlier that day. They knock on the door of their condo door and Shay comes face to to face with Kolton. Turns out he is the best friend of Nico and Sawyer, the guys Lily and Raven met earlier. On the outside Shay and Kolton seem to despise each other, but a quick round of extremely hot sex in the bathroom tells another story. Sure, they call each other "Bitch" and "Asshole," but it is very obvious that there is more between them than hate.
Kolton and Shay run into each other again (this time while eating) what ensues is the two of them hanging out and having sex (Like a lot of sex. Hot, awesome sex.) for the duration of their trip:
We just don’t spend much time talking. Arguing, yes. Groping, fuck yeah. Talking, limited. I’ve glimpsed easygoing Shay. When we had to ride the lift with a couple of ski-school kids, she was sweet and charming and chatted with them the whole way. When the six of us went out last night, she joked with Raven and Lily, her quick wit and raspy laugh infectious. But with me, the second she relaxes and lets me in, I say or do something wrong. Then she bites and I bark, and we can’t grope each other fast enough.They grow to actually like each other and even manage to form a kind of friendship. By the time Shay and Kolton leave to go home, they find themselves wishing they had more time to spend together. And once they are home, they both find that they are constantly thinking about the other person. When a business opportunity comes up that will benefit both Shay and Kolton, they two of them are once again thrown together. Shay wants to keep things professional, but Kolton has other ideas. When he comes through for Shay when she needs some help, they find themselves in close quarters and the sparks REALLY fly.
This book is a bit angsty. Both Shay and Kolton are dealing with their own person demons, but also trying to find common ground to make their relationship work. Shay doesn't want to lose herself in another relationship and at times she lets that get in the way of her true feelings for Kolton. And Kolton is doing his best to show Shay that they could make things work, but she is so damn stubborn. Perfect, they are not. They both made choices that made me want to reach into the book and knock their heads together, but yet I understood why they made the choices they did.
Luckily this book isn't all about the drama though. There is plenty of romance (Kolton BROUGHT IT), humor and also some really sweet moments between Shay and Kolton.
I unlace my fingers from Kolton’s hand and write on his palm.And that is early in the book, when they don't really like each other. So just imagine what happens when they do! ;-)
A-S-S-H-O-L-E
He smiles, a dimple sinking into his cheek. “Are you trying to tell me something?”
I smile, too. My whole face, my body, feeling warmer than it should on the snow. “As a kid, I used to play this game with my mom. She’d spell words , and I’d have to guess what she wrote. Usually when I was sick. But I loved it. Loved her hands tracing along my back. It was the best part about having a fever. That and missing school.”
He takes my hand then, his cool fingertip gliding over my palm, my skin still damp and tepid from pressing against his.
B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L
Heat shoots through me, like I’m a Canada Day sparkler, colored flames burning bright. The sensation concentrates below my ribs, as if trying to expand. Not wanting to lose this feeling, I take control. I feather my index finger across the expanse of his upturned palm.
Me: S-E-X-Y
Him: F-I-E-R-C-E
Me: U-N-E-X-P-E-C-T-E-D
Him: F-A-S-C-I-N-A-T-E-D
I want to write all over him now, on his powerful forearms, his muscular thighs, the breadth of his chest. Is his heart beating as fast as mine? Has he turned into a sparkler, too?
I NEED the rest of this series! Next we get Lily and Sawyer's story. In this book, they form a very nice working relationship, but it is obvious that there is more to it. Lily is in a dead end relationship and the excerpt at the end of this book that tells us that that is about to change. And while I am looking forward to Lily and Sawyer's story, I can't wait for Raven and (the mysterious) Nico's book! Something went down with these two and I can't wait to find out! I need answers Kelly! ;-)
April 7, 2016
Wohoo! I've discovered yet another author to add to my favorites list. My Perfect Mistake was a great read, but I knew that even before I had read the book just from the summary. It promised a fun and hot antagonistic romance and it certainly delivered in that aspect!
My Perfect Mistake had an awesome cast of characters, from the main characters to the secondary ones. I thought Kelly Siskind did such a fabulous job with developing their personalities. It was very easy for me to become attached to these characters and I was even more thrilled to discover that we will be seeing them again in the companion novels. Shay is just coming off of a break up from a terrible relationship and is on a trip in Aspen with her best girl friends when she meets Kolton and the two decide to have some fun during the trip even though they can't stand each other. Shay was a cool girl. I liked how much she was willing to change her life after the shit fest that was her old relationship. She was a determined girl and I also love how motivated she was when it came to her career aspirations. Not to forget, she was smart, funny and had a really good handle on sarcasm. Kolton was a guy I instantly liked too. Initially, he was a little gruff and rough around the edges, but as his story as a single dad to the cutest little boy ever came to life, we get to see an entirely different personality to his character. What I especially loved about Kolton besides the devotion and love he showered his son with was his determination for fighting for what was right and for chasing after what he wanted. Trust me, you'll fall hard and fast for Kolton!
The romance between Shay and Kolton was so much fun. They pretty much hated each other at first sight on their trips to Aspen, but there was also a lot of pent-up lust between them and the banter was excellent. The chemistry between them was hot. They reconnect several months after their trip to Aspen and the romance got even more swoony after that. You watch them interact with each other and really get to know one another on an emotional level. Not to mention, there's also some serious wooing done by Kolton that gave me so many butterflies. Shay and Kolton's relationship wasn't always smooth-sailing, but they were willing to admit when they made mistakes and even more important, they were willing to work to make their relationship work. The side characters in My Perfect Mistake were also fantastic. I especially loved watching Shay interact with her super loyal and supportive best friends, Lily and Raven. I'm excited that they are getting their own books next with Kolton's best friends!
If you're in the mood for a contemporary romance novel with a perfect balance between the steam and the emotional aspects, lots of humor and great characters, you need to pick up My Perfect Mistake. You won't regret it!
May 4, 2016
I fell in love with Kelly Siskind's writing after reading Chasing Crazy. When I was given the opportunity to read My Perfect Mistake, I couldn't wait to dive right in. This author is 2 for 2 for me, because I absolutely LOVED this book. This was an fun and emotional story of two hearts colliding and being incapable of letting go. The characters were compelling, the plot was captivating, and I could not put it down. I recommend it to anyone looking for a fantastically written tale full of romance!
This story starts off in the picturesque town of Aspen. Shay is on a ski trip with her two best friends, and after a horrible breakup, the last thing on her mind is hooking up with a guy. When she literally collides with Kolton on the slopes they immediately butt heads. One minute they are biting each other's heads off, and the next they are in each other's arms. As they get to know each other they begin to discover that they actually have something real, but are they willing to fight for it?
Shay was such a realistic and relatable character. She lost herself in her previous relationship and she is on a journey to find herself. The last thing she wants is to loose herself in another guy. Like any girl her position, she is constantly questioning herself, and her feelings. I couldn't help but root for her and her happiness.
Kolton was a character you couldn't help but love. He's a widow, and a single dad to a special needs child. He hasn't had the best luck with dating since loosing his wife. Shay knocks him on his ass, and he can't get her out of his head. I think what I loved so much about Kolton is that he is so romantic. He "woos" Shay and I couldn't help but swoon!
The sexual tension between Shay and Kolton literally sets the pages on fire. They were the perfect combination of passion and tenderness. This story never felt rushed, and you cannot help but love and cheer for these characters the very first page. This was such a wonderful beginning to what will no doubt be a truly exceptional series. I can't wait to read more from Kelly Siskind!
I was provided a free copy from the publisher, but my opinions are my own
This story starts off in the picturesque town of Aspen. Shay is on a ski trip with her two best friends, and after a horrible breakup, the last thing on her mind is hooking up with a guy. When she literally collides with Kolton on the slopes they immediately butt heads. One minute they are biting each other's heads off, and the next they are in each other's arms. As they get to know each other they begin to discover that they actually have something real, but are they willing to fight for it?
Shay was such a realistic and relatable character. She lost herself in her previous relationship and she is on a journey to find herself. The last thing she wants is to loose herself in another guy. Like any girl her position, she is constantly questioning herself, and her feelings. I couldn't help but root for her and her happiness.
Kolton was a character you couldn't help but love. He's a widow, and a single dad to a special needs child. He hasn't had the best luck with dating since loosing his wife. Shay knocks him on his ass, and he can't get her out of his head. I think what I loved so much about Kolton is that he is so romantic. He "woos" Shay and I couldn't help but swoon!
The sexual tension between Shay and Kolton literally sets the pages on fire. They were the perfect combination of passion and tenderness. This story never felt rushed, and you cannot help but love and cheer for these characters the very first page. This was such a wonderful beginning to what will no doubt be a truly exceptional series. I can't wait to read more from Kelly Siskind!
I was provided a free copy from the publisher, but my opinions are my own
January 25, 2023
Shay ha bisogno di una vacanza con le sue amiche per dimenticare la sua rottura con l’ex fidanzato. Decidono così di andare ad Aspen e durante una salita sulla seggiovia, lancia su un particolare albero il suo reggiseno, la leggenda dice che troverà l’amore. Ma chi lo recupererà?
“Ora che ci penso, un tipo ideale ce l’ho. Mi sa che si chiama Co… glione.
«Ma piantala!». Gli mostro il dito medio, afferro le racchette e me ne vado, superando il suo bel culetto e i capelli da modello, mentre lui mi dà della stronza.”
Quante volte ti ho odiato, ma anche quante volte ho riso! I due protagonisti fanno letteralmente scintille insieme. Lei esce da una storia di 5 anni con un uomo che la sottometteva ai suoi voleri spegnendo i suoi desideri, lui padre single proprietario di una linea di abbigliamento per la montagna si scontrano durante una discesa sulle piste e da lì ogni volta che si trovano iniziano le scintille!
“Che incontro perfetto. Un intervento divino. Dopo una sfilza di appuntamenti penosi e l’immagine di Kolton che continuava ad aleggiare in fondo alla mia mente, sembra un segno del destino. Una favola tutta mia. Tre mesi fa non ero pronta per l’attrazione che c’era tra noi. Con Lily ho tirato fuori una scusa dietro l’altra sul fatto che Kolton vivesse lontano, ma ogni ragazzo con il quale sono uscita non ha fatto altro che amplificare i miei rimpianti. I chissà. E se avessi rovinato tutto? Se Kolton fosse il ragazzo giusto per me?”
“Mi fai impazzire. Non so perché, ma ho ormai ho smesso di chiedermelo. E’ da anni che una ragazza non mi entrava dentro cosi. Non è solo attrazione fisica. Questo perizoma racchiude momenti memorabili, ma il motivo per cui l’ho tenuto è che mi ricordava te.”
Lettura molto molto piacevole! Consigliatissimo.
“Ora che ci penso, un tipo ideale ce l’ho. Mi sa che si chiama Co… glione.
«Ma piantala!». Gli mostro il dito medio, afferro le racchette e me ne vado, superando il suo bel culetto e i capelli da modello, mentre lui mi dà della stronza.”
Quante volte ti ho odiato, ma anche quante volte ho riso! I due protagonisti fanno letteralmente scintille insieme. Lei esce da una storia di 5 anni con un uomo che la sottometteva ai suoi voleri spegnendo i suoi desideri, lui padre single proprietario di una linea di abbigliamento per la montagna si scontrano durante una discesa sulle piste e da lì ogni volta che si trovano iniziano le scintille!
“Che incontro perfetto. Un intervento divino. Dopo una sfilza di appuntamenti penosi e l’immagine di Kolton che continuava ad aleggiare in fondo alla mia mente, sembra un segno del destino. Una favola tutta mia. Tre mesi fa non ero pronta per l’attrazione che c’era tra noi. Con Lily ho tirato fuori una scusa dietro l’altra sul fatto che Kolton vivesse lontano, ma ogni ragazzo con il quale sono uscita non ha fatto altro che amplificare i miei rimpianti. I chissà. E se avessi rovinato tutto? Se Kolton fosse il ragazzo giusto per me?”
“Mi fai impazzire. Non so perché, ma ho ormai ho smesso di chiedermelo. E’ da anni che una ragazza non mi entrava dentro cosi. Non è solo attrazione fisica. Questo perizoma racchiude momenti memorabili, ma il motivo per cui l’ho tenuto è che mi ricordava te.”
Lettura molto molto piacevole! Consigliatissimo.
November 13, 2016
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Shay lost a big part, well I guess her entire personality, when she was dating Richard. But now that they are done, she is back with a vengeance. To say she has a strong personality is putting things gently. But man, do I love it! She is the free spirited, crazy, loving, and strong best friend we all want. I loved watching her character grow and become a stronger, more independent person. And her quick whit and sass is devilishly addictive.
Kolton has a lot of baggage. Single dad, love of his life died while giving birth.. I feel for his character. But man do I love his dominant persona. And the wooing, I loved the wooing.
When Shay and Kolton release their sexual tension, wow. It's hot and passionate and the entire thing is gush worthy. I just absolutely loved their love/hate/chase game they were playing. They go from hating each other to not being able to their hands off each other.
The thing that really surprised me was only about a third of the book surrounded Shay and Kolton when they were in Aspen. The rest of the book showed the complications and reality of dealing with a love interest when you don't live in the same town and life gets in the way.
This is definitely a series to keep your eye on. It's funny, sexy, and at times heartbreaking. I loved the emotions each character went through and the real life problems they had to overcome. Honestly, I love this book and can't wait for the next one to come out!
Shay lost a big part, well I guess her entire personality, when she was dating Richard. But now that they are done, she is back with a vengeance. To say she has a strong personality is putting things gently. But man, do I love it! She is the free spirited, crazy, loving, and strong best friend we all want. I loved watching her character grow and become a stronger, more independent person. And her quick whit and sass is devilishly addictive.
Kolton has a lot of baggage. Single dad, love of his life died while giving birth.. I feel for his character. But man do I love his dominant persona. And the wooing, I loved the wooing.
When Shay and Kolton release their sexual tension, wow. It's hot and passionate and the entire thing is gush worthy. I just absolutely loved their love/hate/chase game they were playing. They go from hating each other to not being able to their hands off each other.
The thing that really surprised me was only about a third of the book surrounded Shay and Kolton when they were in Aspen. The rest of the book showed the complications and reality of dealing with a love interest when you don't live in the same town and life gets in the way.
This is definitely a series to keep your eye on. It's funny, sexy, and at times heartbreaking. I loved the emotions each character went through and the real life problems they had to overcome. Honestly, I love this book and can't wait for the next one to come out!
May 18, 2016
After reading Kelly's debut book, Chasing Crazy, I was excited to learn that she was writing a series. And she definitely didn't let me down with My Perfect Mistake.
My Perfect Mistake is the first in her Over The Top series and she delivers a great story!!
Shay is ready to move and start living life again - her way. After realizing she was living her now ex-boyfriend's life, she is ready to start living for herself.
Kolton hasn't had time to really date since his business took off and has a son to raise.
These two literally crash into each other on the slopes. They of course blame each other for the mishap and annoy each other to no end. But when they come across each other again - they find themselves in mangled mess of other sorts.
I love the fire and passion between these two. They both fight it but when an attraction is that strong, even time and distance won't deny that connection. But two people with very stubborn attitudes can easily make it difficult to overcome large rifts.
This book has the perfect balance for romance readers - humor, love, wit, sass and lots of hot, sexy scenes. Kelly wrote an amazing story. Nothing is too over the top and it's very realistic.
I really enjoyed the banter between all the characters. I found myself laughing hysterically at a few parts. Shay and Kolton's friends definitely add to the camaraderie and entertainment.
I am looking forward to the other books in this series and can't wait to see what happens between all these characters.
My Perfect Mistake is the first in her Over The Top series and she delivers a great story!!
Shay is ready to move and start living life again - her way. After realizing she was living her now ex-boyfriend's life, she is ready to start living for herself.
Kolton hasn't had time to really date since his business took off and has a son to raise.
These two literally crash into each other on the slopes. They of course blame each other for the mishap and annoy each other to no end. But when they come across each other again - they find themselves in mangled mess of other sorts.
I love the fire and passion between these two. They both fight it but when an attraction is that strong, even time and distance won't deny that connection. But two people with very stubborn attitudes can easily make it difficult to overcome large rifts.
This book has the perfect balance for romance readers - humor, love, wit, sass and lots of hot, sexy scenes. Kelly wrote an amazing story. Nothing is too over the top and it's very realistic.
I really enjoyed the banter between all the characters. I found myself laughing hysterically at a few parts. Shay and Kolton's friends definitely add to the camaraderie and entertainment.
I am looking forward to the other books in this series and can't wait to see what happens between all these characters.
March 19, 2016
The cover of this book is HOT, though it doesn't come close to conveying just how hot the inside of it is. Kelly Siskind's voice leaps off the page, and she's nailed the man's point of view. You never have to check the name at the top of the chapter to know whose head you're in. And wow! What a man! Kolton and Shay have instant hate-to-love chemistry, and it sets everything around them ablaze. Oh, the bathroom. The bathroom!
MY PERFECT MISTAKE isn't one you'll forget soon. You'll root for both of them so hard, and linger over certain scenes. You know the ones. Nobody writes a sex scene like Kelly Siskind. I never knew romances could be so funny until I found this author. I gobbled this book down in almost a single sitting and immediately started searching for others. I understand this is a three-part series and I can say absolutely that every one of them will be decorating my shelves.
Buy this. Read it. Feel the tingle in the naughty bits.
MY PERFECT MISTAKE isn't one you'll forget soon. You'll root for both of them so hard, and linger over certain scenes. You know the ones. Nobody writes a sex scene like Kelly Siskind. I never knew romances could be so funny until I found this author. I gobbled this book down in almost a single sitting and immediately started searching for others. I understand this is a three-part series and I can say absolutely that every one of them will be decorating my shelves.
Buy this. Read it. Feel the tingle in the naughty bits.
January 3, 2018
Ho letto questo libro perché avevo bisogno di un libro leggero da intervallare a una lettura più intensa (Gemina) e avendo letto qualche recensione ho pensato fosse l'ideale. Ho avuto ragione.
È un romance carino, allegro e scritto bene. La storia forse è un po' prevedibile ma nel contesto ci sta. Ho amato l'ambientazione montana e poi Canadese, l'ho trovata ben fatta e adatta a questo periodo.
I protagonisti sono simpatici e ben caratterizzati, mi sono piaciuti anche gli amici.
Forse è un po' troppo tutto: troppo belli, troppo scontati, troppo affascinanti, ma come ho detto cercavo un romance per evadere, qualcosa di frivolo e questo è stato l'ideale.
Il fatto che ci siano parolacce (e poi non così tante) non mi ha dato fastidio, è in linea con i personaggi.
La presenza del figlio di Kolton, con le sue particolarità, me l'ha fatto apprezzare ancora di più. Leggerò anche i successivi, riguardanti gli amici.
È un romance carino, allegro e scritto bene. La storia forse è un po' prevedibile ma nel contesto ci sta. Ho amato l'ambientazione montana e poi Canadese, l'ho trovata ben fatta e adatta a questo periodo.
I protagonisti sono simpatici e ben caratterizzati, mi sono piaciuti anche gli amici.
Forse è un po' troppo tutto: troppo belli, troppo scontati, troppo affascinanti, ma come ho detto cercavo un romance per evadere, qualcosa di frivolo e questo è stato l'ideale.
Il fatto che ci siano parolacce (e poi non così tante) non mi ha dato fastidio, è in linea con i personaggi.
La presenza del figlio di Kolton, con le sue particolarità, me l'ha fatto apprezzare ancora di più. Leggerò anche i successivi, riguardanti gli amici.
March 19, 2016
**ARC kindly provided via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.**
My Perfect Mistake by Kelly Siskind is a fun fast read. Even though I didn't love this book, I did enjoy segments of it, as well as the characters and supporting characters.
Unfortunately, I found my self wanting to skim throughout parts of the book. It just didn't keep my attention at all times. I feel like once again, I'm in the minority with this one. I wish I could say that I loved this book, but I can't...but, I did like it. Would I recommend this book? Most definitely!!
I give My Perfect Mistake 3 Crazie Stars!! ~Kim
My Perfect Mistake by Kelly Siskind is a fun fast read. Even though I didn't love this book, I did enjoy segments of it, as well as the characters and supporting characters.
Unfortunately, I found my self wanting to skim throughout parts of the book. It just didn't keep my attention at all times. I feel like once again, I'm in the minority with this one. I wish I could say that I loved this book, but I can't...but, I did like it. Would I recommend this book? Most definitely!!
I give My Perfect Mistake 3 Crazie Stars!! ~Kim
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