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Stark Saga #5
Lost With Me
From New York Times and #1 International bestselling author J. Kenner comes a new full-length novel in the wildly popular Stark Saga that’s left millions of readers breathless.
His touch takes my breath away. Our passion feeds my soul...
My love for Damien fills me, and the intensity of our bond brings me to my knees. For him, there is no burden I wouldn’t bear, no decadent punishment to which I won’t submit.
The dark days seemingly behind us, we have carved a life out of adversity, chiseling away pain to reveal strength and beauty. Now, all I want is to laugh with our children in the sunlight, then surrender myself to Damien’s embrace in the dark.
But lingering secrets and hidden menace threaten our family. Now, Damien and I must forge a new strength from our shared passion and hope the fire between will burn away the darkness and protect everything we hold most dear.
This sexy, emotionally charged romance continues the story of Damien Stark, the powerful billionaire who’s never had to take “no” for an answer, and his beloved wife Nikki Fairchild Stark. Be sure not to miss any part of this sensual, romantic
The Original
Release Me
Claim Me
Complete Me
The Continuing
Anchor Me
Lost With Me
The Novellas (shorter works that feature Nikki & Damien, and often introduce new characters in related series):
Take Me
Have Me
Play My Game (introduces Jackson Steele from the novel, Say My Name)
Seduce Me (can be read as a stand alone)
Unwrap Me (It’s a Wonderful Life-themed Christmas novella)
Deepest Kiss (includes Dallas Sykes from Dirtiest Secret and Wyatt Segal from Wicked Grind)
Entice Me (precedes Anchor Me)Hold Me (follows Anchor Me)
Please Me (precedes Lost With Me)Indulge Me (follows Lost With Me)
His touch takes my breath away. Our passion feeds my soul...
My love for Damien fills me, and the intensity of our bond brings me to my knees. For him, there is no burden I wouldn’t bear, no decadent punishment to which I won’t submit.
The dark days seemingly behind us, we have carved a life out of adversity, chiseling away pain to reveal strength and beauty. Now, all I want is to laugh with our children in the sunlight, then surrender myself to Damien’s embrace in the dark.
But lingering secrets and hidden menace threaten our family. Now, Damien and I must forge a new strength from our shared passion and hope the fire between will burn away the darkness and protect everything we hold most dear.
This sexy, emotionally charged romance continues the story of Damien Stark, the powerful billionaire who’s never had to take “no” for an answer, and his beloved wife Nikki Fairchild Stark. Be sure not to miss any part of this sensual, romantic
The Original
Release Me
Claim Me
Complete Me
The Continuing
Anchor Me
Lost With Me
The Novellas (shorter works that feature Nikki & Damien, and often introduce new characters in related series):
Take Me
Have Me
Play My Game (introduces Jackson Steele from the novel, Say My Name)
Seduce Me (can be read as a stand alone)
Unwrap Me (It’s a Wonderful Life-themed Christmas novella)
Deepest Kiss (includes Dallas Sykes from Dirtiest Secret and Wyatt Segal from Wicked Grind)
Entice Me (precedes Anchor Me)Hold Me (follows Anchor Me)
Please Me (precedes Lost With Me)Indulge Me (follows Lost With Me)
292 pages, Paperback
First published October 23, 2018
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About the author
J. Kenner
188 books10.4k followersJ. Kenner (aka Julie Kenner) is the New York Times, USA Today, Publishers Weekly, Wall Street Journal and #1 International bestselling author of over one hundred novels, novellas and short stories in a variety of genres.
Though known primarily for her award-winning and international bestselling erotic romances (including the Stark and Most Wanted series) that have reached as high as #2 on the New York Times bestseller list, JK has been writing full time for over a decade in a variety of genres including paranormal and contemporary romance, “chicklit” suspense, urban fantasy, and paranormal mommy lit.
JK has been praised by Publishers Weekly as an author with a “flair for dialogue and eccentric characterizations” and by RT Bookclub for having “cornered the market on sinfully attractive, dominant antiheroes and the women who swoon for them.” A six time finalist for Romance Writers of America’s prestigious RITA award, JK took home the first RITA trophy awarded in the category of erotic romance in 2014 for her novel, Claim Me (book 2 of her Stark Trilogy) and in 2017 for Wicked Dirty in the same category. Her Demon Hunting Soccer Mom series (as Julie Kenner) is currently in development as a television show.
Her books have sold over three million copies and are published in over twenty languages.
In her previous career as an attorney, JK worked as a clerk on the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, and practiced primarily civil, entertainment and First Amendment litigation in Los Angeles and Irvine, California, as well as in Austin, Texas. She currently lives in Central Texas, with her husband, two daughters, and two rather spastic cats.
Though known primarily for her award-winning and international bestselling erotic romances (including the Stark and Most Wanted series) that have reached as high as #2 on the New York Times bestseller list, JK has been writing full time for over a decade in a variety of genres including paranormal and contemporary romance, “chicklit” suspense, urban fantasy, and paranormal mommy lit.
JK has been praised by Publishers Weekly as an author with a “flair for dialogue and eccentric characterizations” and by RT Bookclub for having “cornered the market on sinfully attractive, dominant antiheroes and the women who swoon for them.” A six time finalist for Romance Writers of America’s prestigious RITA award, JK took home the first RITA trophy awarded in the category of erotic romance in 2014 for her novel, Claim Me (book 2 of her Stark Trilogy) and in 2017 for Wicked Dirty in the same category. Her Demon Hunting Soccer Mom series (as Julie Kenner) is currently in development as a television show.
Her books have sold over three million copies and are published in over twenty languages.
In her previous career as an attorney, JK worked as a clerk on the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, and practiced primarily civil, entertainment and First Amendment litigation in Los Angeles and Irvine, California, as well as in Austin, Texas. She currently lives in Central Texas, with her husband, two daughters, and two rather spastic cats.
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October 23, 2018
EEEEEP!!! Nikki and Damien Stark are back with another FULL-LENGTH-NOVEL!
I hope we'll get books and novellas about the Starks forever and ever and ever!☺
This time it's a lot about Nikki and her job, her new offices, her employees and the nanny and people who are begrudging Nikki her life and family.
This book is full of family moments, business moments. Moments with friends and family. And some verrrrry exciting and dangerous and suspensy moments. 😱
I just adored reading it. I could read a Damien Stark book every month for the rest of eternity!
This was the perfect next chapter for all fans of Damien and Nikki and their friends and family!
Nothing much more I want to say - I don't want to spoil anything.
If you're fan of the series, you will love this book and if you're not a fan - why are you reading it? Or if you're not a fan YET - run to amazon and get started with book #ONE Release Me !!!!!
I never ever want to say goodbye to the Stark world! And I hope I never have to - there's another novella coming soon and a book from Damien's POV!!! And we'll get a new trilogy about the Stark Security Group soon too! ☺
LOST WITH ME was another very moving & sexy & super exciting #MustRead about Nikki & Damien and their adorable little family and amazing circle of friends!! Run to your nearest amazon for your own Damien - this one is MINE! ☺
PLEASE DON'T READ IF YOU HAVEN'T READ THE BOOK YET! Another tiny little thing, Julie uses too many AS's .... you know the ones I mean? The non-comparable ones? I HATE THEM in my books. No american person talks like that! Just read any of my Sawyer Bennett reviews to see what I mean - she's the master of the AS overuse ;)
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October 23, 2018
OUT TODAY!
Nikki and Damien have been living the happiest of lives, from the love of their daughters to the passion between their sheets, there’s nothing that could break the Stark Family. Or perhaps it could. When secrets and dangers start rising, they have to put their life on the line for their family and pray for all to be alright in the end.
First things first, let’s clear some issues. Am I tired of Damien and Nikki’s story? Hell no! Did I miss Nikki and Damien? Hell yes! I know some people have had enough of this story but to all the people out there that, like me, loooooove their story, here’s to another amazing book!
“Even after so many years together – even after two children and sleepless nights and toddler tantrums – it only takes a word from Damien to melt me.”
Full review available at Under the Pages.
Nikki and Damien have been living the happiest of lives, from the love of their daughters to the passion between their sheets, there’s nothing that could break the Stark Family. Or perhaps it could. When secrets and dangers start rising, they have to put their life on the line for their family and pray for all to be alright in the end.
First things first, let’s clear some issues. Am I tired of Damien and Nikki’s story? Hell no! Did I miss Nikki and Damien? Hell yes! I know some people have had enough of this story but to all the people out there that, like me, loooooove their story, here’s to another amazing book!
“Even after so many years together – even after two children and sleepless nights and toddler tantrums – it only takes a word from Damien to melt me.”
Full review available at Under the Pages.
October 29, 2018
3 1/2 STARS ⭐️⭐️⭐️✨
You can’t really continue to call something a trilogy when there’s been FIFTEEN books/novellas released with still more to come. I don’t know why I keep reading this series because while I absolutely love Damien and Nikki as a couple the last few books have been let downs for me. It seems the author wants to give this couple every problem any other couple/parents have experienced and it’s just too fucking much. Stick a fork in me. The fat lady has sung. IT’S OVER ! Move on. I keep expecting so much more but all I end up getting is an okay Lifetime movie. * Also I’d like to point out that Damien is rich as fuck and a tech guy and I find it impossible to believe he wouldn’t have had a tracker implanted into Nikki and the girls. * Another thing, most women are curious by nature and I can’t believe Nikki wouldn’t have Googled Marianna especially after the whole kid thing so she would’ve known what she looked like when she was pretending to be Mary Lee.
You can’t really continue to call something a trilogy when there’s been FIFTEEN books/novellas released with still more to come. I don’t know why I keep reading this series because while I absolutely love Damien and Nikki as a couple the last few books have been let downs for me. It seems the author wants to give this couple every problem any other couple/parents have experienced and it’s just too fucking much. Stick a fork in me. The fat lady has sung. IT’S OVER ! Move on. I keep expecting so much more but all I end up getting is an okay Lifetime movie. * Also I’d like to point out that Damien is rich as fuck and a tech guy and I find it impossible to believe he wouldn’t have had a tracker implanted into Nikki and the girls. * Another thing, most women are curious by nature and I can’t believe Nikki wouldn’t have Googled Marianna especially after the whole kid thing so she would’ve known what she looked like when she was pretending to be Mary Lee.
October 23, 2018
LOST WITH ME by J. Kenner is book 5 in the Stark Trilogy. This continues the story of Damien and Nikki, so I do feel you should read the previous books to fully enjoy this one.
Damien and Nikki are still in love but now we are dealing with some of Nikki's life, her job and the family working always toward their happiness. I still so in love with Damien and how he is protective of his family. I don't think I can get enough of Damien and Nikki. Their story just keeps getting better and this being a full length book gave me the fix I needed on their story.
Loved it and hope to see more from them and of course this great author.
Damien and Nikki are still in love but now we are dealing with some of Nikki's life, her job and the family working always toward their happiness. I still so in love with Damien and how he is protective of his family. I don't think I can get enough of Damien and Nikki. Their story just keeps getting better and this being a full length book gave me the fix I needed on their story.
Loved it and hope to see more from them and of course this great author.
February 19, 2025
My Review:
Lost With Me is the fifth installment in the "Stark Trilogy" and while I know I am getting towards the end of the series, its also starting to feel bittersweet that I am also done with Damien and Nikki and I have been loving seeing theme with their kids but still being the spicy edgy couple we know and love. In Lost With Me we have a story about some conflict that will push Damien and Nikki to the edge, that will bring back old demons to the surface. We see a coming danger that is becoming a threat to them, we see how they try to solve the mystery surrounding it, and a threat that they won't see coming.
I really loved seeing what really challenges this couple. I loved their relationship and how strong they are together. We see their ways of coming together and how some conflict can drive a couple apart but also how important trust is in their relationship and how without it, it can push them to the edge. I really adored the third conflict and it kept me on edge. But I am curious to see what will be in the next installment, as things have been building towards something that Damien is hiding from Nikki.
Overall I had a blast with this book that had me in my emotions and feeling on a deep level that J. Kenner does fairly easily.
Lost With Me is the fifth installment in the "Stark Trilogy" and while I know I am getting towards the end of the series, its also starting to feel bittersweet that I am also done with Damien and Nikki and I have been loving seeing theme with their kids but still being the spicy edgy couple we know and love. In Lost With Me we have a story about some conflict that will push Damien and Nikki to the edge, that will bring back old demons to the surface. We see a coming danger that is becoming a threat to them, we see how they try to solve the mystery surrounding it, and a threat that they won't see coming.
I really loved seeing what really challenges this couple. I loved their relationship and how strong they are together. We see their ways of coming together and how some conflict can drive a couple apart but also how important trust is in their relationship and how without it, it can push them to the edge. I really adored the third conflict and it kept me on edge. But I am curious to see what will be in the next installment, as things have been building towards something that Damien is hiding from Nikki.
Overall I had a blast with this book that had me in my emotions and feeling on a deep level that J. Kenner does fairly easily.
October 23, 2018
I’ve been with Damien Stark and Nikki Fairchild since the beginning of their relationship, witnessing them evolve as people and as a couple, and while secrets, lies, and outside interference have always been points of contention, their love has always endured because they are a part of each other’s soul…one’s heart doesn’t beat without the other, and for every trial faced, every dilemma solved, every threat contained, their bond solidifies even more.
In Lost With Me, fans of the Stark Saga embark on the next chapter with Damien, Nikki, and their girls, who are their world, but if there’s one thing readers have learned about their time with Mr. Stark, it’s that his secrets are plentiful and the darkness of his past always seems to lay claim to his present clarity, not caring who he is or the power that he wields; in fact, it’s because of his powerful position and his blissful married life that his skeletons won’t stay locked up; it’s just too bad that he’s not the only casualty of this war that everyone seems to want to fight when it comes to knocking Damien off of his pedestal.
For some time now, Nikki has been the one constant in Damien’s life, but while her unconditional love seems to be endless, the amount of torment and heartache that she has endured due to the ghosts of his pasture relentless and they all seem to want their pound of flesh and they don’t care how they get it or who they get it from, even if it means tearing a loving couple and family apart.
Every time J. Kenner releases a new book in Damien and Nikki’s world, I always wonder what trials the author will force this steadfast couple to face, and I have to say that the revelations in Lost With Me were incredibly unpredictable and they left me wondering where the Starks go from here, so as I anxiously wait to hear from Damien Stark himself, I’ll continue to ponder what she has in store for her readers and for the characters we have grown to love.
4.5 Poison Apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)
In Lost With Me, fans of the Stark Saga embark on the next chapter with Damien, Nikki, and their girls, who are their world, but if there’s one thing readers have learned about their time with Mr. Stark, it’s that his secrets are plentiful and the darkness of his past always seems to lay claim to his present clarity, not caring who he is or the power that he wields; in fact, it’s because of his powerful position and his blissful married life that his skeletons won’t stay locked up; it’s just too bad that he’s not the only casualty of this war that everyone seems to want to fight when it comes to knocking Damien off of his pedestal.
For some time now, Nikki has been the one constant in Damien’s life, but while her unconditional love seems to be endless, the amount of torment and heartache that she has endured due to the ghosts of his pasture relentless and they all seem to want their pound of flesh and they don’t care how they get it or who they get it from, even if it means tearing a loving couple and family apart.
Every time J. Kenner releases a new book in Damien and Nikki’s world, I always wonder what trials the author will force this steadfast couple to face, and I have to say that the revelations in Lost With Me were incredibly unpredictable and they left me wondering where the Starks go from here, so as I anxiously wait to hear from Damien Stark himself, I’ll continue to ponder what she has in store for her readers and for the characters we have grown to love.
4.5 Poison Apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)
November 28, 2018
My guilty pleasure: Damien ❤️
October 18, 2018
I have one word for this book: WOW!!
Damien and Nikki are back and facing their toughest challenge yet! One that just might be too tough for them to conquer. This story will have you on an emotional roller coaster and clinging to hold on and not want to let go. Once I started reading, I could not put it down.
Another AMAZING Stark saga and a MUST read!
Damien and Nikki are back and facing their toughest challenge yet! One that just might be too tough for them to conquer. This story will have you on an emotional roller coaster and clinging to hold on and not want to let go. Once I started reading, I could not put it down.
Another AMAZING Stark saga and a MUST read!
November 6, 2018
It’s always the same in every book.
October 23, 2018
5 Star Review Lost With Me (Stark Trilogy #5) by J Kenner Nikki and Damien Stark, you either love them or you don’t. I happen to love them and was pleased to be back with this dynamic couple and their family and friends. Life has not been kind to either Nikki or Damien but once they met, although things did indeed get worse before they got better, the bond of love and devotion that was forged between them has been amazing to read about. Their journey has had that bond challenged and strained at times but through it all you are in no doubt that these two love each other passionately and forever. This is a steamy read, Damien and Nikki are both frantically busy as ever with work and family; their relationship is just as intense and passionate as in previous books. Of course it wouldn’t be complete without danger and hidden secrets and when threats arise Damien becomes full on Alpha as he does what he does best to protect Nikki and those that he loves. This was a roller coaster of a read at times and when tragedy strikes, my heart just about leapt into my mouth as outside forces threaten their hard fought happiness. Will their relationship withstand this latest blow? Or will it all be too much? One click and find out.
October 23, 2018
I am always happy to read a book about Nikki and Damien. I really am. But after this book I feel like their books should stop and we should focus on the other people in the universe. For example, both Jamie and Ollie have a lot of things going on in their lives and we knew nothing about them. Also, who doesn't want to see more of Sylvia and Jackson? Nikki and Damien go through a lot in this book. They are always going through a lot of hardships to be honest. A lot of crazy people are after them and some stuff were really bad. I don't want to say anything more because it would be a shame to spoil anything. I feel like we have hit a wall with Nikki and she is practically the same person we knew since book one with zero development. She really needs to go to a therapist and solve her problems. We had so far 5 full-length novels and I don't even know how many novellas and I honestly feel like a) she had 0 development as a character and b) that her relationship with Damien is not working anymore. She said to him 3 or 4 times in this book that she needed space and that he should stay away from her for some time. Is this the kind of relationship one would expect from a couple in their 5th book? I don't think so. Damien needs to let Nikki in a little bit more, but to be honest with the way she acts and the constant fear or her self-cutting I wouldn't dare to say anything bad to her. I hope that in the 6th book most of this will be solved.
Despite all that the book wasn't bad. We finally saw Ryan for a little bit and Ollie came into the picture again. A lot of things were going on in this book and the story was interesting. Even though I knew that everything was going to be ok, I was worried and I kept turning the pages hoping that everything would be good again. I was going to go with a 4.5-star rating, but as the time came to review the book, I couldn't help but feel more frustration than I had when I was reading the book, so I will go with a 3-star rating and the hope that Nikki and Damien's relationship will be fixed. Damien needs to let Nikki in a little bit more, but to be honest with the way she acts and the constant fear or her self-cutting I wouldn't dare to say anything bad to her. I hope that in the 6th book most of this will be solved.
Despite all that the book wasn't bad. We finally saw Ryan for a little bit and Ollie came into the picture again. A lot of things were going on in this book and the story was interesting. Even though I knew that everything was going to be ok, I was worried and I kept turning the pages hoping that everything would be good again. I was going to go with a 4.5-star rating, but as the time came to review the book, I couldn't help but feel more frustration than I had when I was reading the book, so I will go with a 3-star rating and the hope that Nikki and Damien's relationship will be fixed.
Despite all that the book wasn't bad. We finally saw Ryan for a little bit and Ollie came into the picture again. A lot of things were going on in this book and the story was interesting. Even though I knew that everything was going to be ok, I was worried and I kept turning the pages hoping that everything would be good again. I was going to go with a 4.5-star rating, but as the time came to review the book, I couldn't help but feel more frustration than I had when I was reading the book, so I will go with a 3-star rating and the hope that Nikki and Damien's relationship will be fixed. Damien needs to let Nikki in a little bit more, but to be honest with the way she acts and the constant fear or her self-cutting I wouldn't dare to say anything bad to her. I hope that in the 6th book most of this will be solved.
Despite all that the book wasn't bad. We finally saw Ryan for a little bit and Ollie came into the picture again. A lot of things were going on in this book and the story was interesting. Even though I knew that everything was going to be ok, I was worried and I kept turning the pages hoping that everything would be good again. I was going to go with a 4.5-star rating, but as the time came to review the book, I couldn't help but feel more frustration than I had when I was reading the book, so I will go with a 3-star rating and the hope that Nikki and Damien's relationship will be fixed.
October 24, 2018
Dear lord, I’ve been following the love affair between Damien Stark and Nikki Fairchild from the very beginning of their romance. Their love, their connection, their relationship—unbreakable. And now with their daughters, their love has come full circle and there’s absolutely nothing that Damien and Nikki won’t do to protect their family.
Even when it involves lies and secrets.
Whoa, are there some serious lies and secrets a foot in Lost With Me.
And I couldn’t read this book fast enough to find out what happened when the truth finally came to light. If the secrets’ reveal would be the final things that broke Damien and Nikki apart. To see how they would react and regroup and find their way back to each other. Because they’re destined to be together—I refuse to think of them apart.
Lost With Me is a page-turner. One you won’t want to put down until the last word. One that keeps you on the edge of your seat due to the story and the love between Nikki and Damien. Hands down, one of my favorites in the Stark Saga and I cannot wait for Damien’s book coming soon. ~ Missy, 5 stars
Even when it involves lies and secrets.
Whoa, are there some serious lies and secrets a foot in Lost With Me.
And I couldn’t read this book fast enough to find out what happened when the truth finally came to light. If the secrets’ reveal would be the final things that broke Damien and Nikki apart. To see how they would react and regroup and find their way back to each other. Because they’re destined to be together—I refuse to think of them apart.
Lost With Me is a page-turner. One you won’t want to put down until the last word. One that keeps you on the edge of your seat due to the story and the love between Nikki and Damien. Hands down, one of my favorites in the Stark Saga and I cannot wait for Damien’s book coming soon. ~ Missy, 5 stars
October 25, 2018
5 ⭐️ MUST READ!! “Until Then, Imagine me, touching you”
Julie brings us another full length novel in this Amazing Stark Series, Damien & Nikki are one of my ultimate power couples in the book world and I can never get enough of these two!
This story is everything, it’s full of drama, it’s nail-biting and intense and will have you on the edge of your seat. It fills you with worry and you’re taken on a rollercoaster with a mixture of emotions.
As always its occasionally hot and makes your heart melt, but expect heart break along the way!
Damien, Dominating, fierce, successful and powerful yet gentle and caring and nothing means more to him than his Wife and his girls. As their marriage grows, their love does too, deep and always full of passion.
Nikki and Damien face yet another challenge in their life when an unexpected tragedy happens bringing them nothing but fear. At such a dark and traumatic time, their relationship is put to the test but also Nikki finds herself face to face with old demons, can she find the strength in her again to overcome temptation to her weakness.
Another mind blowing addition to this ever addictive series!
Roll on January for ‘Damien!’
Julie brings us another full length novel in this Amazing Stark Series, Damien & Nikki are one of my ultimate power couples in the book world and I can never get enough of these two!
This story is everything, it’s full of drama, it’s nail-biting and intense and will have you on the edge of your seat. It fills you with worry and you’re taken on a rollercoaster with a mixture of emotions.
As always its occasionally hot and makes your heart melt, but expect heart break along the way!
Damien, Dominating, fierce, successful and powerful yet gentle and caring and nothing means more to him than his Wife and his girls. As their marriage grows, their love does too, deep and always full of passion.
Nikki and Damien face yet another challenge in their life when an unexpected tragedy happens bringing them nothing but fear. At such a dark and traumatic time, their relationship is put to the test but also Nikki finds herself face to face with old demons, can she find the strength in her again to overcome temptation to her weakness.
Another mind blowing addition to this ever addictive series!
Roll on January for ‘Damien!’
October 21, 2018
It's good to be back in the middle of this torrid affair-turned-marriage between Nikki and Damien. I love the feeling of warmth that arises from this ver-much-in-love couple that oozes domestic bliss while juggling corporate life and a still scorching-hot chemistry.
This new adventure teaes the reader with that ardent passion gone unfulfilled for a few2 chapters that escalate the anticipation unti it becomes declisiously unbearable. When they finally embrace, it's wholehearted, deep, meaningful.
And with it all, there's always a shadow of danger, of hidden menace.
Secrets that threat their happiness start burroiwing their way into all aspects of their lives. Nikki is being cornered which triggers both emotional impulses from her and dark reactions from Stark. So thrilling! What's more, Nikki is facing her issues in a very constructive way. She's fearful but also corageous and generous. I think it's a remarkable plot line how her past involves her now in Stark's educational Foundation.
Then, my heart beat so fast when their world suddenly collapsed in a sweep of tragedy. This couple may be blessed, yet they're also a target for unending dangers and sorrow. This hit was dramatic, and put an agonizing strain to their moral strength and their marital bond. I suffered along with them and cheered them on when they survived the worst. It was amazing!
Now I can only count the (too many) days till Damien tells his own story of relentless fight to protect his family next January. Please, Mr. Stark... :-D
This new adventure teaes the reader with that ardent passion gone unfulfilled for a few2 chapters that escalate the anticipation unti it becomes declisiously unbearable. When they finally embrace, it's wholehearted, deep, meaningful.
And with it all, there's always a shadow of danger, of hidden menace.
Secrets that threat their happiness start burroiwing their way into all aspects of their lives. Nikki is being cornered which triggers both emotional impulses from her and dark reactions from Stark. So thrilling! What's more, Nikki is facing her issues in a very constructive way. She's fearful but also corageous and generous. I think it's a remarkable plot line how her past involves her now in Stark's educational Foundation.
Then, my heart beat so fast when their world suddenly collapsed in a sweep of tragedy. This couple may be blessed, yet they're also a target for unending dangers and sorrow. This hit was dramatic, and put an agonizing strain to their moral strength and their marital bond. I suffered along with them and cheered them on when they survived the worst. It was amazing!
Now I can only count the (too many) days till Damien tells his own story of relentless fight to protect his family next January. Please, Mr. Stark... :-D
November 7, 2020
Damien & Nikki's emotional & intense love for each other is challenged once again when a tragedy hits their family, they are both struggling to be strong for each and to be catched when they fall.. I love the Stark universe series, always emotional and action going on.. 💕
October 23, 2018
I'm absolutely certain that Damien Stark would make the cover of People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive every year. In Lost With Me Damien continues to exude his strength, power, control, and unfathomable love for Nikki and his two sweet girls. The dynamics have shifted as the power couple are more focused on family but this is Damien Stark and the chemistry between Damien and Nikki continues to combust it's so hot. When things seem to be falling into a blissful routine, there are signs and warnings that threaten to unravel their world. For the first time, Damien is not the ruler of the universe and he can not control what is happening. The trickle effect potentially is devastation. Book #5 is an emotional journey and a non stop page turner. Everyone comes back for this book and it's always so good to see them all! You will love this next Damien & Nikki book!!!!
October 23, 2018
This series is not a stand-alone and should be read in order
People assume that Damien and Nikki Stark have everything just because they have money. What you see isn’t always what it appears to be and the perfect life that everyone can see isn’t quite as perfect as they think. Just when things start to settle down for Damien and Nikki, there is always someone to step in and remind them that they’re not untouchable.
I was gifted this book in exchanged for an honest review and there is no way I’d every give up a chance to catch up with Damien and Nikki.
There are so many people who think that Damien and Nikki owe them in some shape or form just because they’re rich. It doesn’t matter that they have both worked for what they have. They are a power couple with two adorable little girls. Damien and Nikki draw strength from each other which makes them strong even with their rocky past. Damien is all alpha and knows how to ground Nikki when she needs it. On the other hand, Nikki knows what Damien needs when he feels like things are out of control. Finding alone time with each other is how Damien and Nikki get through everything.
Life has always thrown curve balls at Damien and Nikki, but nothing like this has ever happened to them before. They need to be there for each other in this trying time or the past that they worked so hard to get over will come back and ruin everything. What is so amazing is that their friends are all there for them, working to make things right. I loved how everyone came together to help out. Even when I thought they might be the one who is causing all the problems, they stuck around in a sign of support. Damien and Nikki are blessed to have such good friends.
Julie has created a world that has drawn me in and hooked me. It doesn’t matter if it’s a novella or a full length novel, anything about Damien and Nikki or their friends has me picking up the book. This book pulls in character from Stark world and gives you a chance to see what they are put to. The twists in this book kept me on my toes. Just when I thought I had it figured out a new twist came at me leaving me dumbfounded. To say that I was surprised at the end would be understating it. Julie keeps her readers guessing as to what was going to happen next. If you haven’t read any of the books from the Stark Saga then it should the next series on your to read list.
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People assume that Damien and Nikki Stark have everything just because they have money. What you see isn’t always what it appears to be and the perfect life that everyone can see isn’t quite as perfect as they think. Just when things start to settle down for Damien and Nikki, there is always someone to step in and remind them that they’re not untouchable.
I was gifted this book in exchanged for an honest review and there is no way I’d every give up a chance to catch up with Damien and Nikki.
There are so many people who think that Damien and Nikki owe them in some shape or form just because they’re rich. It doesn’t matter that they have both worked for what they have. They are a power couple with two adorable little girls. Damien and Nikki draw strength from each other which makes them strong even with their rocky past. Damien is all alpha and knows how to ground Nikki when she needs it. On the other hand, Nikki knows what Damien needs when he feels like things are out of control. Finding alone time with each other is how Damien and Nikki get through everything.
Life has always thrown curve balls at Damien and Nikki, but nothing like this has ever happened to them before. They need to be there for each other in this trying time or the past that they worked so hard to get over will come back and ruin everything. What is so amazing is that their friends are all there for them, working to make things right. I loved how everyone came together to help out. Even when I thought they might be the one who is causing all the problems, they stuck around in a sign of support. Damien and Nikki are blessed to have such good friends.
Julie has created a world that has drawn me in and hooked me. It doesn’t matter if it’s a novella or a full length novel, anything about Damien and Nikki or their friends has me picking up the book. This book pulls in character from Stark world and gives you a chance to see what they are put to. The twists in this book kept me on my toes. Just when I thought I had it figured out a new twist came at me leaving me dumbfounded. To say that I was surprised at the end would be understating it. Julie keeps her readers guessing as to what was going to happen next. If you haven’t read any of the books from the Stark Saga then it should the next series on your to read list.
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January 5, 2019
“We’re inevitable.”
Like a fine wine, the Stark series ages well. J. Kenner has created a family of compelling and charismatic characters that sink straight to the heart, ones you’ll love more after every story you read. I first fell in love with the Stark trilogy by J. Kenner over four years ago after reading Release Me. Since then, this series hasn’t stopped wowing me.
Lost With Me held me captive and never stopped. This is one thrill-seeking, soul-sweeping and heart-stopping sexy saga. A story that wholeheartedly wooed me. Mesmerized me. Melted me. Electrified me. I was so lost in Lost in Me, and didn’t want it to end.
With a roller coaster of a plot with twists and turns, and ups and downs, Lost With Me shines a light on the strong and sensual marriage of Damien and Nikki Stark through trying times, showing true and everlasting love of soulmates that shines through the pages. A hero and heroine so attuned to each other with an awareness felt everywhere, as if they were one. One heartbeat for long-lasting love. One equal team. One forever.
Deliciously dreamy and sinfully steamy, Lost With Me left me melting for more. Like the Stark series, Nikki and Damien’s intoxicating and incredible love story is always beside me, in the back of my mind, no matter how many books separate me from everything Stark. I'll never get enough of these characters and this series that hold a special spot in my book-loving heart.
💋💋💋💋💋 sensually satisfying Stark kisses
Like a fine wine, the Stark series ages well. J. Kenner has created a family of compelling and charismatic characters that sink straight to the heart, ones you’ll love more after every story you read. I first fell in love with the Stark trilogy by J. Kenner over four years ago after reading Release Me. Since then, this series hasn’t stopped wowing me.
Lost With Me held me captive and never stopped. This is one thrill-seeking, soul-sweeping and heart-stopping sexy saga. A story that wholeheartedly wooed me. Mesmerized me. Melted me. Electrified me. I was so lost in Lost in Me, and didn’t want it to end.
With a roller coaster of a plot with twists and turns, and ups and downs, Lost With Me shines a light on the strong and sensual marriage of Damien and Nikki Stark through trying times, showing true and everlasting love of soulmates that shines through the pages. A hero and heroine so attuned to each other with an awareness felt everywhere, as if they were one. One heartbeat for long-lasting love. One equal team. One forever.
Deliciously dreamy and sinfully steamy, Lost With Me left me melting for more. Like the Stark series, Nikki and Damien’s intoxicating and incredible love story is always beside me, in the back of my mind, no matter how many books separate me from everything Stark. I'll never get enough of these characters and this series that hold a special spot in my book-loving heart.
💋💋💋💋💋 sensually satisfying Stark kisses
October 25, 2018
Lost With Me
Stark trilogy #5
J. Kenner
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌟
I don’t think there will ever be acea6 when I will tire of Damien and Nikki Stark. They are the epitome of your favourite boom boyfriend, and billionaire, but this couple, although they have everything in life, life proves that no matter what you have something can break down your perfect world.
If you haven’t read the previous Stark series, you really must go back to the beginning, but if you have you’ll know what I mean when I say this was another spectacular book, leaving me, gasping, tearful, and heated under the collar, because if Mr and Mrs Stark are one thing, HOT is it.
Life with their beautiful girls, and an up and coming business for Nikki have the stark family flying high… But with any high profile family and a man like Damien, no day is easy and without drama of some sort and Nikki and Damien have shared many a problem, but they will be tested in a whole new level. I was almost having heart palpitations ending in a huge climax. One you’ll definitely need alone time, and quite a few hours to devour.
Stark trilogy #5
J. Kenner
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌟
I don’t think there will ever be acea6 when I will tire of Damien and Nikki Stark. They are the epitome of your favourite boom boyfriend, and billionaire, but this couple, although they have everything in life, life proves that no matter what you have something can break down your perfect world.
If you haven’t read the previous Stark series, you really must go back to the beginning, but if you have you’ll know what I mean when I say this was another spectacular book, leaving me, gasping, tearful, and heated under the collar, because if Mr and Mrs Stark are one thing, HOT is it.
Life with their beautiful girls, and an up and coming business for Nikki have the stark family flying high… But with any high profile family and a man like Damien, no day is easy and without drama of some sort and Nikki and Damien have shared many a problem, but they will be tested in a whole new level. I was almost having heart palpitations ending in a huge climax. One you’ll definitely need alone time, and quite a few hours to devour.
August 18, 2024
Ich empfand das Buch als sehr unrealistisch und zu viel Spice an falschen Stellen. Es passieren schlimme Dinge von dem man sich als Leser erst erholen muss und daraufhin komm dann eine Spice Szene. Ich denke es gehört einfach zur Buchreihe und ist quasi der Inhalt davon. Dennoch geb ich zwei Sterne da die Spicy Szenen doch schon gut waren. Und man die Leidenschaft zwischen den beiden sehr gut mit bekam.
October 31, 2018
Suspenseful
Damien and Nikki, are one of my favorite book couple. But Nikki disappointed me. She cut! Why couldn't she just trusted in Damien, more and just hold out?! She said that she kept the blades to prove that she was strong. But I think she kept them for times of extreme stress and pressure. She needs extensive professional therapy as well Damien. This book was one of the better ones in my opinion because of the suspense. I have it three stars because of Nikki. I lost faith in her. It was very stressful what happened to her daughter. It was nerve racking. But dammit, Nikki should have held out longer!!! I cannot wait to read Damiens' book next year.
Damien and Nikki, are one of my favorite book couple. But Nikki disappointed me. She cut! Why couldn't she just trusted in Damien, more and just hold out?! She said that she kept the blades to prove that she was strong. But I think she kept them for times of extreme stress and pressure. She needs extensive professional therapy as well Damien. This book was one of the better ones in my opinion because of the suspense. I have it three stars because of Nikki. I lost faith in her. It was very stressful what happened to her daughter. It was nerve racking. But dammit, Nikki should have held out longer!!! I cannot wait to read Damiens' book next year.
January 9, 2019
I want to finish this series since I have come this far, but its getting really hard. It was better than the previous novella but that's not saying much. There's really nothing new. No growth from the characters, Nikki is still codependent and unhealthy, and the only time anyone seems happy is if they are talking about or having sex. Same old overdone formula. I'm sooo tired of the cutting. All these people in her life continue to enable her BS. She needs counseling, not sex. I'm so tired of them "dealing" with tragedies by having sex. It's ridiculous. There was less sex in this book and I'm so glad. Their sex life sucks lol. Its either boring and drawn out or happening at inopportune times.
*Spoiler Alert*
Their youngest daughter was kidnapped and they are so broken up about, they have sex.
Nikki indirectlyblames Damien for it because of history so she cuts herself. These nutjobs have sex, because that's what you do when your wife is suffering mentally.
It's time to end this series go out on a high note.
*Spoiler Alert*
Their youngest daughter was kidnapped and they are so broken up about, they have sex.
Nikki indirectlyblames Damien for it because of history so she cuts herself. These nutjobs have sex, because that's what you do when your wife is suffering mentally.
It's time to end this series go out on a high note.
November 8, 2018
See the full review at HarlequinJunkie.com
Lost With Me was an exciting new addition to the Stark Saga with everything we love about Damien and Nikki: their passionate connection–which of course included erotic-edged, steamy love scenes, their commitment to their family, and this time around, lots of suspense as they figured out who was threatening their hard-won blissful life together.
J. Kenner proved once again with Lost With Me why she is one of my go-to authors for smexy romance. She writes with such attention to detail, whether it’s the emotions in a scene or just building the overall scenes and the plot itself. And I think with a story such as this, where there were so many characters, several of them who could potentially have been the one threatening the Starks, those details made this a much more thrilling and cohesive story. Read More
Lost With Me was an exciting new addition to the Stark Saga with everything we love about Damien and Nikki: their passionate connection–which of course included erotic-edged, steamy love scenes, their commitment to their family, and this time around, lots of suspense as they figured out who was threatening their hard-won blissful life together.
J. Kenner proved once again with Lost With Me why she is one of my go-to authors for smexy romance. She writes with such attention to detail, whether it’s the emotions in a scene or just building the overall scenes and the plot itself. And I think with a story such as this, where there were so many characters, several of them who could potentially have been the one threatening the Starks, those details made this a much more thrilling and cohesive story. Read More
July 2, 2020
Really, there's so much a reader could only take.
Now, it's kidnapping?
Then, there's the prelude of Damien.
What? A POV?
Don't think I need to know his thoughts since I've read the entire series unwillingly.
But of course, I will read it just to finish these goddamn books.
When would that be, btw?
Now, it's kidnapping?
Then, there's the prelude of Damien.
What? A POV?
Don't think I need to know his thoughts since I've read the entire series unwillingly.
But of course, I will read it just to finish these goddamn books.
When would that be, btw?
November 16, 2021
When do you think that Nikki is finished with her naïveté, it rears it’s ugly head with a vengeance. And, I was just starting to like her character. SMT She’s coming across as a bored idle housewife. Yet another time that I’ve had to scroll through the book in order to get through it fast.
And, damn Damien for still keeping secrets. When Nikki got angry with him about Sophia, I was totally on her side. I’m sick and tired of his damn secrets at this point. They’ve been married long enough. Damien has too many fucking secrets!
The author is clearly as crazy as Sophia. While this isn’t based on real life, I think that it should’ve been more realistic. Who the fuck has sex multiple times while their toddler daughter has been kidnapped?!
And, damn Damien for still keeping secrets. When Nikki got angry with him about Sophia, I was totally on her side. I’m sick and tired of his damn secrets at this point. They’ve been married long enough. Damien has too many fucking secrets!
The author is clearly as crazy as Sophia. While this isn’t based on real life, I think that it should’ve been more realistic. Who the fuck has sex multiple times while their toddler daughter has been kidnapped?!
November 28, 2020
Damien & Nikki are learning to adjust to life with kids & both are loving it & their girls. But an outside force threatens their happy family all bets are off. As Damien & Nikki struggle through the unthinkable they have to trust one another more than they ever have.
October 24, 2018
There is just something about Damien Stark that makes me totally weak in the knees. If I could, I would bribe JK to never stop writing these Stark novels. Each and every story is beautifully written, deliciously complex and totally captivating. Lost With me is no exception.
Story Line: Stark #5 picks right up where book 4 left off (Anchor Me). Nikki and Damien are happily married with two beautiful little girls. Damien still has to travel for work on occasion, taking him away from his girls, but the fire and the heat is still there. But so are Nikki's fears and struggles. I won't go into a ton of detail, but think back to the previous Stark novels. Nikki struggles with something incredibly heartbreaking. And her battle becomes unbearable in this installment. So unbearable I personally wept for her. I felt her pain deep in my bones. It's been a long time since a book had that sort of affect on me. But I should expect nothing less from JK, right?
This story is much more than just what happens after happily ever after. It's proof that with happy endings, there is always going to be times of trial. And sweet lord, is there ever a trial. Or two. Nikki and Damien prove that although they may have it all, they are still human. Trust is a funny thing. Once it's broken, and once it's earned back, there's still a certain amount of fear that lingers. And for Nikki, that fear becomes a reality. But I related to her on such a deep level. Old wounds resurfaced and I felt the soul shattering pain she felt. I know that sounds awful, but honestly it just made me love her and even Damien more.
Interaction: Damien is still Damien. He definitely does not take "no" for an answer. It's his way or the highway, as always. Until my worst nightmare comes true for them. And then it doesn't matter how much money they have, what resources are at their fingertips or who they know. And it's drama like that, that makes a husband and a wife put their relationship to the test. It made me realize that in times of complete despair, the most important thing is to work together and remain a unit. When Nikki hits her lowest, she has to cope alone, and that was so freaking hard to read. Because trust me on this, you will relate to her. You will know why she shuts down and why she does what she does. And you will want to kick Damien in the shins for his actions. But in the end, everything works out as it should. Thank God.
Laundry: Damien and Nikki have never had a problem in this department. Their laundry chemistry is literally off the charts hot. They use it as a way of communicating when words fail them. They let their bodies and their actions do the talking and that in itself is absolutely beautiful. It helps that Damien is probably the most skilled fictional character in the bedroom - ever.
Depth: As always, I refuse to give away any spoilers here. I want you to go into reading this Stark novel with the same back story that I had. So, please read the previous books first. If you don't, you'll still be able to enjoy Lost With Me, but not to its full potential. Because this book is absolutely incredible. A giant wrench is thrown in the story line and I legit had to set the book down and take a little walk. Because 1) I didn't see it coming and 2) like I said before, it's my worst nightmare come true. What Nikki and Damien go through continually broke my heart. Page after page I was a nervous wreck for them. I didn't know if they could come out of this together, to be honest. And it wasn't until the final chapter that I felt confident things would be alright. So yes, y'all get your happily ever after. But it comes with a lot of nail biting, heart pounding and even a few colorful words. However, they are all worth it. Because Damien and Nikki? Their love story is greater than anything thrown at them.
Story Line: Stark #5 picks right up where book 4 left off (Anchor Me). Nikki and Damien are happily married with two beautiful little girls. Damien still has to travel for work on occasion, taking him away from his girls, but the fire and the heat is still there. But so are Nikki's fears and struggles. I won't go into a ton of detail, but think back to the previous Stark novels. Nikki struggles with something incredibly heartbreaking. And her battle becomes unbearable in this installment. So unbearable I personally wept for her. I felt her pain deep in my bones. It's been a long time since a book had that sort of affect on me. But I should expect nothing less from JK, right?
This story is much more than just what happens after happily ever after. It's proof that with happy endings, there is always going to be times of trial. And sweet lord, is there ever a trial. Or two. Nikki and Damien prove that although they may have it all, they are still human. Trust is a funny thing. Once it's broken, and once it's earned back, there's still a certain amount of fear that lingers. And for Nikki, that fear becomes a reality. But I related to her on such a deep level. Old wounds resurfaced and I felt the soul shattering pain she felt. I know that sounds awful, but honestly it just made me love her and even Damien more.
Interaction: Damien is still Damien. He definitely does not take "no" for an answer. It's his way or the highway, as always. Until my worst nightmare comes true for them. And then it doesn't matter how much money they have, what resources are at their fingertips or who they know. And it's drama like that, that makes a husband and a wife put their relationship to the test. It made me realize that in times of complete despair, the most important thing is to work together and remain a unit. When Nikki hits her lowest, she has to cope alone, and that was so freaking hard to read. Because trust me on this, you will relate to her. You will know why she shuts down and why she does what she does. And you will want to kick Damien in the shins for his actions. But in the end, everything works out as it should. Thank God.
Laundry: Damien and Nikki have never had a problem in this department. Their laundry chemistry is literally off the charts hot. They use it as a way of communicating when words fail them. They let their bodies and their actions do the talking and that in itself is absolutely beautiful. It helps that Damien is probably the most skilled fictional character in the bedroom - ever.
Depth: As always, I refuse to give away any spoilers here. I want you to go into reading this Stark novel with the same back story that I had. So, please read the previous books first. If you don't, you'll still be able to enjoy Lost With Me, but not to its full potential. Because this book is absolutely incredible. A giant wrench is thrown in the story line and I legit had to set the book down and take a little walk. Because 1) I didn't see it coming and 2) like I said before, it's my worst nightmare come true. What Nikki and Damien go through continually broke my heart. Page after page I was a nervous wreck for them. I didn't know if they could come out of this together, to be honest. And it wasn't until the final chapter that I felt confident things would be alright. So yes, y'all get your happily ever after. But it comes with a lot of nail biting, heart pounding and even a few colorful words. However, they are all worth it. Because Damien and Nikki? Their love story is greater than anything thrown at them.
October 23, 2018
4.5 stars--
ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date October 23, 2018
His touch takes my breath away. Our passion feeds my soul...
My love for Damien fills me, and the intensity of our bond brings me to my knees. There is no burden I wouldn’t bear for him, no decadent punishment to which I won’t submit.
The dark days seemingly behind us, we have carved a life out of adversity, chiseling away pain to reveal strength and beauty. Now, all I want is to laugh with our children in the sunlight, then surrender myself to Damien’s embrace in the dark.
But lingering secrets and hidden menace threaten our family. Now, Damien and I must forge a new strength from our shared passion and hope the fire between us will burn away the darkness and protect everything we hold most dear.
This sexy, emotionally charged romance continues the story of Damien Stark, the powerful billionaire who’s never had to take “no” for an answer, and his beloved wife Nikki Fairchild Stark.
•••••••••••
REVIEW: 4.5 stars--LOST WITH ME is the fifth instalment in J. Kenner’s contemporary, adult STARK Ever After SAGA erotic, romance series focusing on Damien Stark, and his wife Nikki Fairchild-Stark. LOST WITH ME can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous instalments is revealed where necessary but I recommend reading the series in order for back story and cohesion. Several characters from the Stark Series spin-offs cross over into the current story line.
Told from first person point of view (Nikki) LOST WITH ME continues to focus on billionaire businessman Damien Stark, and his wife, app developer Nikki Fairchild-Stark.
All the money in the world doesn’t buy the safety and security Damien hopes to afford his young family. Now the father of two daughters, ages four and two, Damien’s priority is the protection of his wife and children but all does not go according to plans as Nikki becomes the target of jealousy, and their children’s safety is threatened in the process. Sins from the past continue to haunt our leading couple, intimidation and potential disaster push Nikki to revert to damaging ways. Everyone is suspect; familiar faces and names are called into question; friendships are jeopardized in the process.
The relationship between Nikki and Damien is highly sexual including our couple’s need to reclaim what was in the face of potential loss and disaster. I dislike the use of a certain four-letter word I find inappropriate in any romance story line-a word used only once-more for shock value than anything else.
The numerous secondary and supporting characters are familiar, colourful and entertaining. Nikki’s best friend Jamie is a force to be reckoned; new faces come into question when the Stark’s face a potential disaster and the potential loss of someone close.
LOST WITH ME is a heartbreaking and emotional story line. The characters are energetic; the romance is passionate and intense; the premise is spirited and lively. LOST WITH ME is a revealing story line as Damien and Nikki face the challenges that have become their life.
Copy supplied for review
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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date October 23, 2018
His touch takes my breath away. Our passion feeds my soul...
My love for Damien fills me, and the intensity of our bond brings me to my knees. There is no burden I wouldn’t bear for him, no decadent punishment to which I won’t submit.
The dark days seemingly behind us, we have carved a life out of adversity, chiseling away pain to reveal strength and beauty. Now, all I want is to laugh with our children in the sunlight, then surrender myself to Damien’s embrace in the dark.
But lingering secrets and hidden menace threaten our family. Now, Damien and I must forge a new strength from our shared passion and hope the fire between us will burn away the darkness and protect everything we hold most dear.
This sexy, emotionally charged romance continues the story of Damien Stark, the powerful billionaire who’s never had to take “no” for an answer, and his beloved wife Nikki Fairchild Stark.
•••••••••••
REVIEW: 4.5 stars--LOST WITH ME is the fifth instalment in J. Kenner’s contemporary, adult STARK Ever After SAGA erotic, romance series focusing on Damien Stark, and his wife Nikki Fairchild-Stark. LOST WITH ME can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous instalments is revealed where necessary but I recommend reading the series in order for back story and cohesion. Several characters from the Stark Series spin-offs cross over into the current story line.
Told from first person point of view (Nikki) LOST WITH ME continues to focus on billionaire businessman Damien Stark, and his wife, app developer Nikki Fairchild-Stark.
All the money in the world doesn’t buy the safety and security Damien hopes to afford his young family. Now the father of two daughters, ages four and two, Damien’s priority is the protection of his wife and children but all does not go according to plans as Nikki becomes the target of jealousy, and their children’s safety is threatened in the process. Sins from the past continue to haunt our leading couple, intimidation and potential disaster push Nikki to revert to damaging ways. Everyone is suspect; familiar faces and names are called into question; friendships are jeopardized in the process.
The relationship between Nikki and Damien is highly sexual including our couple’s need to reclaim what was in the face of potential loss and disaster. I dislike the use of a certain four-letter word I find inappropriate in any romance story line-a word used only once-more for shock value than anything else.
The numerous secondary and supporting characters are familiar, colourful and entertaining. Nikki’s best friend Jamie is a force to be reckoned; new faces come into question when the Stark’s face a potential disaster and the potential loss of someone close.
LOST WITH ME is a heartbreaking and emotional story line. The characters are energetic; the romance is passionate and intense; the premise is spirited and lively. LOST WITH ME is a revealing story line as Damien and Nikki face the challenges that have become their life.
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October 28, 2018
INTOXICATING! Lost with Me was written with such intensity. such emotion it is a Monumental Masterpiece. Just when you think you can figure out a story you are left with you mouth hanging wide open, your heart breaking and the feeling that you are losing your ability to breath.
J. Kenner had me on the edge of my seat, wanting to jump out of my own skin with the suspense of this masterpiece. The love shared by Nikki Fairchild and Damien Stark is beyond the stratosphere. These two characters emotionally complete one another. They breath the same air.... when one is drowning the other gives the mouth to mouth....bringing them back to life. I can just feel him saying to her, "Until then, imagine me, touching you."
In "Lost with Me" the trust between these two is challenged at the highest level possible. Nikki finds herself being stalked by someone who is threatening her.... Damien's protection goes into high gear....only when they are working to find the perpetrator is their life ripped from them.... their is so much grief, pain, and the challenges are presented by fear, lack of trust, suffering and mental anguish, becoming victims to as a result of acts of another. I can hear her telling herself, "With Damien, I'm strong. Even when I'm not in his arms life earlier at the bungalow, his love flows in my blood, anchoring me to him."
Suffering these two....once again facing their demons of their past....trying to sustain their love, their honor, and their need to trust.. Damien and his sex appeal drives this sensual erotic, emotional packed suspenseful romance to a new level which is action packed with so many characters working together to solve their worse nightmare, with Ryan, Charles, Ollie, Dallas and his team.... As Nikki is challenged to cope but the pain is unbearable she finds herself reverting back to her past.....
Id didn't think I could fall more in love with this man but when Damien tells Nikki: "Baby, this isn't a test. It's not a rite of passage. When you're ready--if you're ready you will. And if that day never comes, then it's not the end of the world." my knees go weak and I am once again.... lost with me......
GUT WRENCHING SO EMOTIONAL WHAT A BEAUTIFULLY WRITTEN SUSPENSE THAT HIT EVERY EMOTION EVERY ELEMENT OF FEAR & TRUST. I BLED FOR HER, THE LOVE THE PAIN AND THE TRUST OF DAMIEN AND NIKKI IS OUT OF THIS UNIVERSE!
J. Kenner had me on the edge of my seat, wanting to jump out of my own skin with the suspense of this masterpiece. The love shared by Nikki Fairchild and Damien Stark is beyond the stratosphere. These two characters emotionally complete one another. They breath the same air.... when one is drowning the other gives the mouth to mouth....bringing them back to life. I can just feel him saying to her, "Until then, imagine me, touching you."
In "Lost with Me" the trust between these two is challenged at the highest level possible. Nikki finds herself being stalked by someone who is threatening her.... Damien's protection goes into high gear....only when they are working to find the perpetrator is their life ripped from them.... their is so much grief, pain, and the challenges are presented by fear, lack of trust, suffering and mental anguish, becoming victims to as a result of acts of another. I can hear her telling herself, "With Damien, I'm strong. Even when I'm not in his arms life earlier at the bungalow, his love flows in my blood, anchoring me to him."
Suffering these two....once again facing their demons of their past....trying to sustain their love, their honor, and their need to trust.. Damien and his sex appeal drives this sensual erotic, emotional packed suspenseful romance to a new level which is action packed with so many characters working together to solve their worse nightmare, with Ryan, Charles, Ollie, Dallas and his team.... As Nikki is challenged to cope but the pain is unbearable she finds herself reverting back to her past.....
Id didn't think I could fall more in love with this man but when Damien tells Nikki: "Baby, this isn't a test. It's not a rite of passage. When you're ready--if you're ready you will. And if that day never comes, then it's not the end of the world." my knees go weak and I am once again.... lost with me......
GUT WRENCHING SO EMOTIONAL WHAT A BEAUTIFULLY WRITTEN SUSPENSE THAT HIT EVERY EMOTION EVERY ELEMENT OF FEAR & TRUST. I BLED FOR HER, THE LOVE THE PAIN AND THE TRUST OF DAMIEN AND NIKKI IS OUT OF THIS UNIVERSE!
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