🔹 SWAY
Sway is the first book in the Landry Family Series and damn...what a start! I have read all of Adriana's books and they just keep getting better and better. She has a way of hooking you in until the very last page. You do not want to miss out of knowing this family. The bothers are swoon-worthy and the sisters are sweet with a twist of sassy and spice. Now, let's get to know the oldest brother, Barrett...
Barrett Landry is not only the Mayor of Savannah but he also the Most Eligible Bachelor. He was born to be a politician and that makes it very hard to settle down with a family especially now that he is running for Governor of Georgia. He needs to concentrate on his campaign and not on starting a relationship even though that might help gain some votes. To show that he is a committed man. He never thought at this time he could have both. But then he saw her. The minute he saw the blonde blue-eyed waitress, he knew he wanted her but what he didn't expect was for her to not want him. And damn did that make him even harder...he was intrigued and he truly knew he was fucked. But would she be worth it?
Alison was a single mom with two jobs and going to school. She didn't have the time or the want to be in a relationship especially to a politician. She has been there, done that and doesn't want to do it again. But, damn...Barrett isn't just any politician. He is sexy, smooth, intriguing, intoxicating, and seems genuine. He makes her weak in the knees but she needs to think about her son, Huxley. He deserves to have a happy and carefree childhood and not one splattered all over the papers. That is how it would be if she got involved with Barrett. Would the risk be worth the reward? Could she even trust him enough to keep her and her son protected?
Barrett and Alison are one amazing couple! Barrett had my vote from the start and Alison did too. She doesn't put up with his antics and call him on it. Together, they are sexy, sweet, funny, and supporting. It's not always easy, hell, most of the time it's hard. People are vultures in his world. Barrett wants to make a difference but is being pulled in all kinds of directions. Does he even want this anymore? He has to figure out what he really wants in life and not what everyone else wants from him. Can he have it all or will he have to choose?
Seriously!! The Landry brothers are fucking hot. I want them all. I am a total book whore and proud of it! I can not wait for Linc's story and I already have a leading lady in mind.
Overall...Sway is amazing start to a new series! It made me cringe, get hot and bothered, swoon, tear up, and laugh.
P.S I will never look at grapes the same way again. Ever.
🔹 SWING
Swing is the second book in the Landry Family series. Each book can be read as standalone since each one follows another amazing sibling in the family. The first book was Bennett's story and now it's time for Lincoln to step up to the plate at finding love. I was so excited for his story. I loved Lincoln in Sway so I knew there was a chance I would fall in love with him in Swing...
Lincoln's only passion is for the game of baseball. It's who he is. But when he threw that ball to home plate and heard his shoulder snap he was devastated. And now that his days were full of therapy sessions, staring at the wall, and driving himself crazy, he was bored out of his mind. He had six weeks to get his shoulder back into shape. And if it did heal, would he be going back to the team he loves, traded, or totally done? He hated the unknown. Baseball is his life. He didn't have much else. He had his family but they were in Savannah. He could find a woman to keep him warm for the night but he didn't want that either. He just wanted to play ball. That was until he saw her. A beautiful woman in a pink dress with raven hair that set him on fire. And when she all but rejected him...he wanted to know her even more.
Danielle Ashley knew exactly who Lincoln Landry was. She also knew he was her kryptonite. Hot, cocky, confident, charming, a baseball player and most likely has amazing stamina in the bedroom. She had to stay away from him. She could easily see herself falling for him. But, she doesn't want the kind of life he would give her. She saw first-hand what it could do to a woman and a child. She was that child. But, at the same time she couldn't walk away from him. She tried. He was just too much. Too sweet. Too sexy. Too much fun. She knew it couldn't last forever but she wanted him right now. What she didn't expect was for Lincoln to care so much about her. To listen to her worries. To want to know her dreams. To make her laugh. Could he convince her that not all baseball players were the same? That she should take the swing?
I loved this book! I wasn't sure if Linc could take Barrett's spot for top Landry but he did! He is passionate, sexy, funny as fuck, charming, sweet, and a family man. He made me laugh, swoon, and get hot all at the same time. So yummy! And then there is his girl, Dani. She is just as passionate about her work helping children. She is also independent, knows what she wants, sexy, and can also throw a mean fastball. Together, their banter and sexual innuendos are on point. Their chemistry is off the charts. But the rest of it makes them even more beautiful.
Overall...it's full of laughs, tears, baseball, heartbreak, and love. It was so much fun to see how the rest of the family is doing. I love when they are all together. It's so much fun!! It was also cool to see another couple from a different series sneak in there...
Quotes:
“Don’t take this the wrong way, Landry, but you’d be impossible to watch leave.”
“You don’t like the view of my ass?” he teases.
“Not as much as I like the view of your face.”
“Don’t act innocent. No one believes you.”
“Have some day games, maybe a double header or two. And I’ll slide in head first whenever you want me to, baby.”
***AND I have to throw in a Barrett quote:
Barrett reaches up and plucks a bunch of grapes off the tray before Vivian disappears into the kitchen again. “Look, Alison. Your favorite.”
🔹 SWITCH
Switch is the third novel in the Landry Family series. Each one can be read as a standalone but I recommend reading all them because they are all amazing. The Landry brothers all have different personalities but are all swoon-worthy, sexy, southern gentlemen with a filthy twist. This is Graham's story. He is the businessman. The uptight, sharp, and sexy as sin CEO that needs a woman to swoop in and take the stick out of his ass. And Mallory just might be the woman for the job...
Mallory had no idea what she was walking or falling into took the job of Graham Landry's assistant. She just moved back into town and ran into Graham's sister, Camille. Mallory needed a new job and she loved business and had experience as an executive assistant so it was perfect. That is what she thought anyway until her first day was a hot mess. She was late. She was shocked stupid when she saw Graham in a suit. She knew him in high school but he was different now. He was sinfully handsome. Intense. And his presence made her melt. And when he got all CEO on her or in the conference room...she was down for. His intelligence and commanding presence turned her on. Damn. She wanted him. But first, she had to get him to loosen up. His tie was too tight. His desk was too neat. She understood he needed that control but she wanted to see him lose it. Preferably on her.
Graham was fucked and he knew it. He didn't do distractions. He never failed. He kept things in boxes. Never mix up those boxes. The minute Mallory showed up to his office, finally, he was a mess. He didn't know what to do with her. He couldn't concentrate with her only a few yards away from his office. He should have fired her. But he couldn't. She was too good. He wanted to know her. She was not only gorgeous but she was smart and had the biggest heart. She actually cares about his well-being and not just for the paycheck. Yep. He was fucked. He wasn't ready for someone like her. She was messy. She was making him laugh. She did yoga!
Graham and Mallory's friendship. Working relationship. And well...benefits is complicated. Yes. He is her boss but that's not the issue. The issue is that they were not ready for each other. She is finding her way and he was loving his. I love that this isn't just about a sexy love story. It's about self-discovery, family, and balance. I fell for Graham. Hard. And not just because I can just imagine him in those damn suits and glasses but because of his brain. It's sexy! And I fell for Mallory too. She doesn't take shit. She refuses to lose herself again. And she can tease Graham something fierce.
Overall...it's fun, sexy, and beautifully messy. I laughed so hard. The banter between not only Graham and Mallory is funny but the banter between the Landrys is priceless. This family isn't perfect but they are amazing and love and support each other. I am excited about Ford's story! Bring it on...
Quotes:
“I was visualizing,” I say, hoping we can now move on.
“Visualizing what?”
Getting ready to visualize you naked, but you ruined that.
“You’re safe,” I sigh. “I can’t throw you on the console of your car. I’m afraid your face would get stuck in syrup or something.”
I’m aware I’m an addict and I measure my drugs in Grahams.