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Lake Loveless #4
Beautiful Deception
Escape to Lake Loveless where the skies are blue, the evergreens are verdant, and the lake is shimmering with secrets.From New York Times Bestseller Addison Moore comes a story of two broken people with secrets so dark there is no coming back once they are brought to light.Abel traded his briefcase for fresh mountain air. He can’t get far enough away from his life to escape it. Lake Loveless is just the place to get lost and forget that life outside its borders exists—that is until he meets Zoey.Two broken people. Two damning secrets that have blown their worlds apart. One hot summer on the lake that changes everything.From the NEW YORK TIMES and USA TODAY bestselling author, Addison Moore— Cosmopolitan Magazine calls Addison's books, "...easy, frothy fun!"
246 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 20, 2018
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Humor with a side of homicide.
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May 21, 2018
When heartbroken Zoey returned to Lake Loveless and she swears off men. She's done with them and ready to move on with life. She's living but the moment she laid eyes on her sexy skinning-dipping-every-night neighbor Abel, she's mesmerized by the beauty of this man.
"His entire naked frame is a work of art for the ages--an exact replica of Michelangelo's exquisite David."
Abel needs an escape to start anew after being burned by love. Getting back to Loveless seems to be the right decision. And when he met Zoey, he found a friend in her, they can talk just about anything. Being around Zoey, Abel was able to forget whatever he's running from. It didn't hurt that Zoey is a sight for sore eyes.
"She's a textbook bombshell beauty. The face of an angel, the body of a vixen."As the friendship grows, the attraction between, Zoey and Abel, is getting stronger. Both knew, for their relationship to move forward secrets must be told. But something happened before they have the chance to tell it to each other.
I immensely enjoyed this story. The plot is well thought of, a page-turner indeed. Characters that are likable that you want to befriend them. If you're in search of a feel-good book this latest, standalone, offering from Addison Moore is for you. Greatly recommended.
***ARC provided by the author for an honest review. Thank you!
June 3, 2018
I RECEIVED THE KINDLE BOOK AND YOU HAVE TO READ THE BOOK TO SEE IF YOU LIKE IT?
FIRST ZOEY AND HER BROTHER LOSE THERE PARENT AND NOW SHE HAS ANOTHER HEART BREAK. BUT NOW THE MC CAR-THEY BOYS ARE HOT TO TROT.SHE MADE A PLAY FOR CALEB AND SLEEP WITH ARRON BUT ABE WAS THE ONE SHE WANTED HE SEEM TO PLAY HARD TO GET.
SHE GETTING DRUNK AND SOME ONE KEEP KNOCKING ON DOOR AND WISH HE STOP I WANT TO GET DRUNK NOW WAS ABLE THE ONE SHE WAS ALL WAYS HAD THE HOTS FOR HIM .
SO ABLE TOOK ZOEY TO GO OUT SHE CHANGED AND WAS READY IN FEW MINUTES AND THEY WENT OUT TO GET DRUNK. LOVELESS IS A TOURIST TRAP AREA AND WAS KNOWN FOR THE PEOPLE WHO HAD MONEY ,
NOW ABLE WANT TO GET OUT OF THE LIME LIGHT FOR WHILE HE WANT TO STAY LOW AND THEN NOW THIS MIGHT NOT BE THE GOOD IDEA
THINGS ARE GETTING HOT THE BOYS AND FAMILY WANT TO GET SEX AND DRUNK.THE BROTHER WERE TRYING TO FIX HIM UP WITH SOME OF THE RICH GIRLS LIKE THE SORORITY SISTER SOME WERE KNOCK OUT GORGEOUS AND WOULD TAKE ANY ONE WITH MONEY TO BED TO WED.
WELL NOW ZOEY HAS A SECRET AND SO DOES ABLE HAS ONE HE DID NOT TELL NO ONE YOU SEE ABLE WAS MARRIED AND THEN THE THING WAS THEY HAD CHILD BUT SHE CHEATING ON HIM AND NOW SHE WANT A DIVORCE AND THEN .
THE CHILD WAS NOT HIS AND SHE WANTED HIM TO TAKE THE CUSTODY OF THE BABY BUT HE SAID NO GAVE A DIVORCEE AND THEN ZOEY SEEN HIM KISS A WOMEN AND THEN SHE GOT UP SET.
BUT SHE DID NOT LET HIM EXPLAIN WHAT WAS GOING ON SHE TOOK OFF AND THEN NOT LET NO ONE WERE SHE WENT AND THEN SHE BE GONE AND THEN NOW ABLE GOING AFT4ER HER SHE WOULD DISAPPEAR AND SHE GOING TO BE HIS NO MATTER WHAT
THANK YOU FOR THE BOOK AND I LOVE THE WAY THE BOOK DONE
FIRST ZOEY AND HER BROTHER LOSE THERE PARENT AND NOW SHE HAS ANOTHER HEART BREAK. BUT NOW THE MC CAR-THEY BOYS ARE HOT TO TROT.SHE MADE A PLAY FOR CALEB AND SLEEP WITH ARRON BUT ABE WAS THE ONE SHE WANTED HE SEEM TO PLAY HARD TO GET.
SHE GETTING DRUNK AND SOME ONE KEEP KNOCKING ON DOOR AND WISH HE STOP I WANT TO GET DRUNK NOW WAS ABLE THE ONE SHE WAS ALL WAYS HAD THE HOTS FOR HIM .
SO ABLE TOOK ZOEY TO GO OUT SHE CHANGED AND WAS READY IN FEW MINUTES AND THEY WENT OUT TO GET DRUNK. LOVELESS IS A TOURIST TRAP AREA AND WAS KNOWN FOR THE PEOPLE WHO HAD MONEY ,
NOW ABLE WANT TO GET OUT OF THE LIME LIGHT FOR WHILE HE WANT TO STAY LOW AND THEN NOW THIS MIGHT NOT BE THE GOOD IDEA
THINGS ARE GETTING HOT THE BOYS AND FAMILY WANT TO GET SEX AND DRUNK.THE BROTHER WERE TRYING TO FIX HIM UP WITH SOME OF THE RICH GIRLS LIKE THE SORORITY SISTER SOME WERE KNOCK OUT GORGEOUS AND WOULD TAKE ANY ONE WITH MONEY TO BED TO WED.
WELL NOW ZOEY HAS A SECRET AND SO DOES ABLE HAS ONE HE DID NOT TELL NO ONE YOU SEE ABLE WAS MARRIED AND THEN THE THING WAS THEY HAD CHILD BUT SHE CHEATING ON HIM AND NOW SHE WANT A DIVORCE AND THEN .
THE CHILD WAS NOT HIS AND SHE WANTED HIM TO TAKE THE CUSTODY OF THE BABY BUT HE SAID NO GAVE A DIVORCEE AND THEN ZOEY SEEN HIM KISS A WOMEN AND THEN SHE GOT UP SET.
BUT SHE DID NOT LET HIM EXPLAIN WHAT WAS GOING ON SHE TOOK OFF AND THEN NOT LET NO ONE WERE SHE WENT AND THEN SHE BE GONE AND THEN NOW ABLE GOING AFT4ER HER SHE WOULD DISAPPEAR AND SHE GOING TO BE HIS NO MATTER WHAT
THANK YOU FOR THE BOOK AND I LOVE THE WAY THE BOOK DONE
May 20, 2018
When I found out there was a new adventure to lake Loveless I couldn’t wait to dive right in! We get sassy Zoey and sexy Abel’s story in this trip. Zoey is trying to escape her past of heartbreak in the bottom of a grey goose bottle and Able is trying to just hide and let the lake wash away his sorrow. The big question is can two people carrying so many secrets, such deep scars, and broken hearts mend each other? Book 4 in the Lake Loveless series just proves the name wrong once again and keeps you turning pages. Addison brings us a couple along with some old familiar faces back into a journey of healing. With her words she makes you feel as if your on the lake experiencing it all with the characters. Now we need Neva’s story please!!!!
May 23, 2018
This is actually my first Lake Loveless book. I haven't read book 1 to3 so I didn't know what to expect. But this is a standalone so I can follow the story without problems.
I really like the main characters Zoey and Abel even though they aren't the typical 'perfect' hero and 'sweet' heroine in a romance book. They are both horribly 'broken' people who have given up on love. They fell in love with each other despite their past. Or perhaps they fell in love with each other because of their past actually. They are perfect for each other and the ending is wonderful.
Another definite must-read by a terrific writer. :)
I really like the main characters Zoey and Abel even though they aren't the typical 'perfect' hero and 'sweet' heroine in a romance book. They are both horribly 'broken' people who have given up on love. They fell in love with each other despite their past. Or perhaps they fell in love with each other because of their past actually. They are perfect for each other and the ending is wonderful.
Another definite must-read by a terrific writer. :)
May 23, 2018
Get ready to meet two broken souls. Able and Zoey have had their hearts ripped out and stomped on in the most horrific ways, but they don’t want anyone to know that. Kindred spirits and chemistry cannot be denied, so we know they are destined for a great love story... if someone could just clue them in! When they finally give in and share their heartbreak with each other, all bets are off and these two have nothing stopping them from their happily ever after!
May 22, 2018
The story of Zoey and Abel is amazing. Two broken people who return to the same place to try and mend their hearts. I couldn't put it down. Made me feel like I was at the Lake with them. Addison Moore really knows how to make me feel like I'm apart of any story she writes!
May 22, 2018
Loved Abel and Zoeys story. Both heartbroken and working to heal and move forward in life. Learning to love and trust again. It was to good to put down.
May 31, 2018
As always an amazing read by Addison Moore.
So far I loved every book I've read by her.
The story of Abel and Zoey was beautiful and very well written.
Can't wait for the next story by Addison Moore.
So far I loved every book I've read by her.
The story of Abel and Zoey was beautiful and very well written.
Can't wait for the next story by Addison Moore.
May 15, 2018
Beautifully written book. How two heartbroken people find happiness again, I really enjoyed Zoey and Abel, two totally different people yet they found a way to connect through their pain and heartbreak.
May 17, 2018
Simple yet intriguing in itself, Addison Moore has a way with her words that will leave you wanting more and more. This book was no exception to that, Abel and Zoey were like missing pieces of a puzzle.They fit perfectly❤
May 28, 2018
This book is a standalone in Addison Moore’s Lake Loveless Series, I haven’t read the first three, but luckily I didn’t need to in order to understand this book. However, whilst I found this to be completely different to anything else I’ve read by her, I did find myself intrigued as to what would happen and how this book would play out. I found that it took me a while to get into the story, there just wasn’t something gripping me right away, but as I got further into the book I did find it to be pretty interesting. The one thing I will say that got to me a lot is that I found Abel’s friends to be really condescending, for example I don’t mind friends and family giving me a little warning about something if they are truly concerned about me, however when it happens all the time and every time I see them and it’s always the same thing it can really get to me. I felt really bad for Abel in this book because even though at first there was nothing going on and he was just spending time with Zoey because he was enjoying her company I just couldn’t stand reading about the fact that his family and friends kept warning him off Zoey. If that would have been me, I would have told them that whilst I appreciate it, I didn’t need them to keep interfering, yet it seemed like Abel didn’t have a very good backbone. Other than that I did think it was a good book, and if you haven’t read Addison’s work then you should go and change that.
Zoey has been through so much in her life and she honestly doesn’t think that she deserves happiness. She is a bright girl who has a few issues, but then again doesn’t everyone, we wouldn’t be human if we didn’t. You can’t help but feel for her as she really does deserve to be happy, however are things set to change after she takes a peak at her neighbour….
Zoey has been through so much in her life and she honestly doesn’t think that she deserves happiness. She is a bright girl who has a few issues, but then again doesn’t everyone, we wouldn’t be human if we didn’t. You can’t help but feel for her as she really does deserve to be happy, however are things set to change after she takes a peak at her neighbour….
May 31, 2018
I don't even know where to begin! Addison Moore has done an amazing job up to this point with the books of Lake Loveless and creating characters that you want to cheer on and see get to their happily ever after. Beautiful Deception is my favorite of the series to date and I am so grateful I got to read an advance copy! The emotional journey of Abel and Zoey was written so well and really tugged on the heartstrings. Although Beautiful Deception can be read as a stand-alone novel, if you've read the previous three books in the Lake Loveless series you were introduced to Zoey, but don't really know the story of her struggles yet. Going into this book I really didn't care very much for Zoey's character. I really didn't find her endearing and thought she was a bit of a brat. WOW, has my opinion changed over the course of this book. My heart breaks and bleeds for Zoey. Both Zoey and Abel have backstories that brought actual tears to my eyes. Addison really stepped up her game on this one and I think the Lake Loveless stories to follow will have a high bar to reach. Such a great read in my opinion. A true reminder why Addison Moore is one of my favorite authors!
May 25, 2018
Beautiful Deception, by Addison Moore, is the 4th book of the Lake Loveless series. Addison Moore is a talented author and her stories are always one of my top picks when I am looking for something to read. This story has a mix of it all: drama, suspense, intrigue, comedic moments and downright intimate depths. I loved the character pairings and how Addison continues to overlap characters between books in her series. You can read them as stand alones or as a part of the series for a more overall/fulfilling read. The main characters in this particular story were each flawed in their own ways with so much in common if they only looked further. My heart breaks through pieces of this story, but Addison Moore does a brilliant job of keeping this story entertaining and set on a path that brings growth and more.
June 4, 2018
Beautiful Deception is a well-written book that offers romance and family drama but is a fairly clean read. While there is some language, the sex scenes are romantic and sweet, not vulgar.
Zoey and Abel meet at Lake Loveless where they each grew up and have family living. Although 10 years apart in age, they are acquainted with each other. Both have moved back to the lake with broken hearts and wounded souls. They gravitate to each other and over the summer begin the healing process. This is a book about relationships, both toxic and loving. It's about learning to let go of the past and moving forward with open hearts. Zoey and Abel are characters that you love and root for. You want them to find there HEA ending. But the road to their happiness is cluttered with the debris of their pasts and they must learn to navigate through the rubble to find each other. A 5 star read!
Zoey and Abel meet at Lake Loveless where they each grew up and have family living. Although 10 years apart in age, they are acquainted with each other. Both have moved back to the lake with broken hearts and wounded souls. They gravitate to each other and over the summer begin the healing process. This is a book about relationships, both toxic and loving. It's about learning to let go of the past and moving forward with open hearts. Zoey and Abel are characters that you love and root for. You want them to find there HEA ending. But the road to their happiness is cluttered with the debris of their pasts and they must learn to navigate through the rubble to find each other. A 5 star read!
May 25, 2020
Beautiful Deception is an incredibly romantic love story. Abel McCarthy is a stunningly handsome, charming, fiercely protective, and incredibly sexy alpha male. Zoey Jackson is beautiful, sweet, kind-hearted, generous, and guards her heart. Their chemistry is electric, intense and undeniable. The connection they shared is intense – their pasts shaped who they are and they simply understand each other. The story has some very emotional and incredibly sweet moments that stole my breath and had me in tears, both happy and sad. With each page I fell deeper in love with these characters. I loved revisiting the rest of the gang from Lake Loveless too. I simply loved this book and didn’t want to see the story end.
May 26, 2018
This is a really amazing book. Filled with a lot of grief and heartache and how two people who feel absolutely broken and unable to love again can actually find love again. It is not easy to find the trust it takes to love nor is it easy to believe that they are meant to love again until they find each. other. Able just wants Zoey to know what it is like to be treated nicely by a real gentleman and in the process, he falls in love with her. While they are going out on these dates Zoey falls in love with Able even though she tries not to.
This is a must-read. Just the right amount of steam and excitement to keep you reading. Addison Moore has done it again. Another hit.
This is a must-read. Just the right amount of steam and excitement to keep you reading. Addison Moore has done it again. Another hit.
May 29, 2018
Abel and Zoey both had things from their pasts that they were running away from and it led them straight to each other. At first we get Zoey who is spying on her neighbor who likes to swim at night in the nude and of course he catches her looking. They develop a friendship but then Abel starts to see Zoey and her potential to be so much more than what she sees in herself so he takes her under his wing and shows her how real men should treat a lady. Needless to say sparks fly, drama unfolds, and secrets come out. This was such an angstu ride but not too over the top just the right amount and with equal sweetness. I love the Lake Loveless series they keep getting better and better.
May 31, 2018
Addison Moore has done it again! Her books always grab me from the start and don't let go until the very end. I love this series and was excited to get to dive into another book with some of my favorite characters. While this book is able to be read as a standalone I definitely feel as though reading them in order helps to to enjoy the story that much more.
The chemistry between Zoey and Abel is off the charts, Both broken and looking to escape has them trying to avoid the good things right in front of them but together they find a way to put each other back together.
A must read book for sure!
The chemistry between Zoey and Abel is off the charts, Both broken and looking to escape has them trying to avoid the good things right in front of them but together they find a way to put each other back together.
A must read book for sure!
May 23, 2018
I love this author! I love this book! This is an amazing story of two broken people that heal each other. They both have lost their faith in love and trust. They both have given up on the dream of having a family of their own.
They meet under comical circumstances and become friends. The healing starts for both of them. Together they learn to love and trust again. They realize they can have their dreams and make them come true.
This book is a good weekend read. It’s interesting enough that you won’t want to put it down and it’s light enough to make you feel good!
They meet under comical circumstances and become friends. The healing starts for both of them. Together they learn to love and trust again. They realize they can have their dreams and make them come true.
This book is a good weekend read. It’s interesting enough that you won’t want to put it down and it’s light enough to make you feel good!
May 31, 2018
This was a nice story with two "broken" characters. Abel and Zoe had been through some things in their lives and now they need some healing reason why they are at lake loveless.
I like that even though Abel friends and family were against he having something with Zoe he didn't listen and went ahead with his intentions of healing her while healing himself in the process without even reslaing. They both have their flaws and are not perfect but it's what makes the story more realistic and enjoyable.
I like that even though Abel friends and family were against he having something with Zoe he didn't listen and went ahead with his intentions of healing her while healing himself in the process without even reslaing. They both have their flaws and are not perfect but it's what makes the story more realistic and enjoyable.
June 1, 2018
Superb read, with a great plot and characters. I was engrossed from start to finish. Able is trying to hide and let the lake wash away his sorrow. Zoey is trying to escape her past of heartbreak in the bottom of a grey goose bottle. Can two people who have broken hearts, many secrets, and deep scars mend each other? The Lake Loveless series keeps you turning pages. Addison's words make you feel like your on the lake with the characters. I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
June 1, 2018
Totally got sucked into the story lol
OMG I could not put this book down! Well, you know what I mean…my kindle did not leave my hands until I was finished! From initial meeting, friends butting in, taking it easy, getting involved and finally trusting each other with their pasts and their futures. I absolutely loved the story of Abel and Zoey! I loved how they had similar feelings, like they were soulmates! Now I need to go read the other couples' stories.
OMG I could not put this book down! Well, you know what I mean…my kindle did not leave my hands until I was finished! From initial meeting, friends butting in, taking it easy, getting involved and finally trusting each other with their pasts and their futures. I absolutely loved the story of Abel and Zoey! I loved how they had similar feelings, like they were soulmates! Now I need to go read the other couples' stories.
May 19, 2018
Zoey and Abel’s story was fantastic!! I couldn’t put it down! They both escaped to Loveless to get away from their failed relationships. She watched him from afar. You won’t want to stop reading once you start!!!
June 1, 2018
Another great read from Addison Moore! I loved my trip to the lake! The bit of mystery surrounding their background kept me reading to uncover their secrets. Amazing story and not I must read the first 3!
May 28, 2018
Love the romance between Zoey and Abel. Amazing story set in a beautiful location. Took some time but both of these characters diffently needed their happy ever after. Great story.
September 11, 2018
Zoey and Abe are perfect. Their story at Lake Loveless - their background and their age difference and their stories all make a compelling read.
October 24, 2018
This is another hit series from Addison Moore! Book 4 was actually my favorite from this series.
December 13, 2019
This series ROCKS. I absolutely loved it
May 22, 2018
I loved this book. Wow. What a story. Talk about two people needing to heal. And what a love story.
Addison Moore wrote a wonderful story that catches your attention and keeps it.
Addison Moore wrote a wonderful story that catches your attention and keeps it.
May 30, 2018
Addison dives into Beautiful Deception with some lakeside skinny-dipping, and an alcohol fueled “peeper”. From the start Zoey and Able can’t help but heat up Lake Loveless. Along the way, we find that they both have deep and devastating wounds. Each with a secret that threw them back to Lake Loveless, where only honesty is the key to survival.
Addison continues to blow me away. To feel such a strong connection to the characters is a beautiful thing. The character growth in this book was absolutely delightful and had me smiling and crying throughout the book. Zoey and Abel are the kind of thing that you CAN see happen in every day life, and Addison nailed that. I label this yet another win for her. I could not put it down.
Addison continues to blow me away. To feel such a strong connection to the characters is a beautiful thing. The character growth in this book was absolutely delightful and had me smiling and crying throughout the book. Zoey and Abel are the kind of thing that you CAN see happen in every day life, and Addison nailed that. I label this yet another win for her. I could not put it down.
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