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I was supposed to keep my hands off her.
But I put a baby in her!


If word gets out, both of our careers will be ruined.

She decided to leave town so no one would find out.

She thought she should keep it a secret even from me!

But, just like when I took her innocence,
I always take what I want and claim what's mine.

So I vow to find her, and protect them both.
But will the stakes be too high for our love to last?

"Don’t Stop Believing" is a box set containing the first three novels in the South Beach Bad Boys series of standalone, but connected, steamy romance novels, featuring alpha male athletes in Miami and the forbidden love they find with the curvy ladies who win their hearts.

This set also includes a never-before-published bonus novella exclusive to this collection, in which all the characters appear.

The books included in this volume are:
1.0 Don't Say A Word
2.0 Don't Forget About Me
3.0 Don't Stand So Close
3.5 Don't Stop Believing (Bonus Novella)

They contain no cliffhangers, no cheating and a happily ever after between each couple who reappear as the books go on so you can catch up with your favorite characters.
Enjoy!

644 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 8, 2017

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February 3, 2018
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Blurb:
I was supposed to keep my hands off her.
But I put a baby in her.

If word gets out, both of our careers will be ruined.
She decided to leave town so no one would find out.
She thought she should keep it a secret even from me.
But, just like when I took her innocence,
I always take what I want and claim what's mine.
So I vow to find her, and protect them both.

But will the stakes be too high for our love to last?

* Don’t Stop Believing is a box set containing the entire South Beach Bad Boys series of standalone but connected steamy romance novels, featuring alpha male athletes in Miami and the forbidden love they find with the curvy ladies who win their hearts. They contain no cliffhangers, no cheating and a happily ever after between each couple who reappear as the books go on so you can catch up with your favorite characters. This set includes a never before published bonus novella exclusive to this collection, in which all the characters appear. Enjoy!
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3,804 reviews18 followers
November 10, 2017
Don’t stop believing by Eva Luxe and Julianna Conners. This is a box set but each book can be read as stand-alone there is a connection running through, these stories just get hotter and hotter.
Don’t say a word by Eva Luxe a sublime four star-read. This is the first book by this author I have read, I have read several by the co-author, and I am sure Eva Luxe will go on to write some of my favourites, she has a great talent that I know will only go from strength to strength. Hanson is an alpha of the highest order!! I could think many a play we could try on the field. Secrets have a way of coming out and this story will show you a great time. If you are looking for a full length story with a HEA, and some great situations thrown in for good measures this is the story for you.
Don’t forget about me a sublime five-star read by Eva Luxe and Julianna Conners. These two write a compelling story, you will not be able to put this story down, this is such a sweet and hot story the chemistry is great and you will love Brian and Sadie. I love a good second chance romance and this was a great example. Would you give up the one you love for their sake? Would you be strong enough to help them remember?
This is a great story and if you are in the mood for hot and sweet then this is the read for you.
Don’t stand so close by Eva Luxe and Juliana Conners a sublime five-star read. This is the third or fourth book by this pair I have read and each get hotter and hotter. Mmmm big brother’s best friends are a touchy subject with me and this made it so much sweeter for me. If you are after a hot read with drama a plenty and some of the sauciest sex imaginable you will love this read.
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4,826 reviews178 followers
November 18, 2017
A beautiful collection of stories and one novella that wraps everything up.

Don’t Say A Word
Hanson is the pro football bad boy who has been suspended. Lacey is the PR manager hired by the team to get Hanson's reputation out of the gutter. What neither of them realize is that working so close together brings the fuel that sparks their attraction. The chemistry between the two characters is off the charts. But can this bad boy be tamed? Can Lacey open herself up to a future with a client? This was a great story with wonderful characters and I loved the twist in the plot that was the turning point to the relationship.

Don’t Forget About Me
Brian and Sadie were high school sweethearts, but a freak accident the night of their prom leaves Sadie with no memory of Brian or the love that they shared. Walking away from her has always been something he regretted, but when Brian sees her across the football field he cannot get her out of his mind. When they kiss for the first time, memories surface, but will Sadie give him another shot or will the paparazzi that follow the famous football player be too much for her to handle? My emotions were all over the place with this story. I had moments were I laughed and moments when I was in tears. The characters were so honest and true and the story was heartwarming. This is a must read.

Don’t Stand So Close
Jacob needed to fix his image as an angry football player with assault charges pending. When Kina becomes his PR manager, the sparks that started with bar sex explode into a relationship that they try to keep just physical. But when pictures of them surface, will Jacob ruin not only his image but her career too? With great characters and a storyline that keeps the reader's interest this it a book that should not be missed.

Don’t Stop Believing
Life, marriage and family has a way of throwing you a curve ball and making good things even better. Whether it be deciding to have another baby, relocating for a job opportunity or even purchasing a bigger house for the expanding family, all three couples continue with their stories while making decisions and memories. The one thing that holds true is that communication is key to never stop believing in the love you feel from your spouse.
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806 reviews13 followers
November 12, 2017
What an awesome box set!!  These two ladies know how to put a book together and these three stories just prove it over and over and over again. All three books are from the same series and are phenomenal. Absolutley great reads that you don't want to miss all in one great box set.  I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
Don't Say A Word:  So hot! I love a story about a strong independent woman, Lacey, who doesn't feel having a relationship is what completes her. She still has her fun but she is committed to her job. That is...until she meets Hanson.  A raw, sexy story story about a PR person and the bad boy of football. Apparently cleaning up his image means getting dirty, very dirty!  Very sexy story, absolutley loved it.
Don't Forget About Me:  Wow what an emotional story!!  This is a follow up to Don't Say A Word, about Hanson's best friend Brian and the one that got away. This is an epic second chance romance and these ladies put an entirely new spin on the plotline. I absolutley loved it!  They had my emotions ping ponging as much as Sadie's did. And Brian is the most patient, understanding man ever.
Don't Stand So Close:  This book follows after Don't Forget About Me and is about a new player to the team, Jacob.  Like the previous books, Jacob has some media issues and that is where Kina comes into play. These two have some serious chemistry and it doesn't hurt that she has had a crush on him for a long time!  Though they fight the dreaded R word for as long as they can, eventually, they both succumb. Love truly is a beautiful thing. Great read!!
Don't Stop Believing: A bonus novella at the end this story has a few chapters with each of the three couples. It shows them living life, going through struggles and coming out the other side even stronger for it. Another great read and a nice quick glimpse into their lives a little while down the line.
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10.7k reviews28 followers
February 4, 2018
This is a well written collection of the South Beach Bad Boys. I've read all three books and the novella that ties them all together. They are all great reads full of sexy alpha men and the beautiful women who love them.
Don't Say A Word:
Hanson, a professional football player who has been suspended, is told he needs a PR manager. Lacey is hired by the team to help Hanson with his reputation. I loved the off the charts chemistry between Lacey and Hanson. This well written sweet love story has developed characters, hot sex scenes and a great HEA.
Don't Forget About Me:
I love Brian and Sadie's second chance love story. It was hard how Sadie kept pushing him away but I adored how Brian never gave up on their love. This story pulled at my heartstrings. The journey Brian and Sadie go down make this story a very compelling, memorable story full of angst, frustration, tears, toughness, softness and love. This is an excellent read and I could not put it down until the last page and what a great ending. I look forward to reading more books by this duo in the future.
Don't Stand so Close:
This is a sweet sports romance about Jacob and Kina. Kina has always had a crush on her brother Kyle's best friend, Jacob. Kyle and Jacob no longer talk to each other because Jacob had been scouted and Kyle hadn't. Jacob is a football player on the Miami Sharks and Kina has becomes his PR Manager. These two have great chemistry and they can't seem to keep their hands off each other Can they find a way to make his image better and get their HEA at the same time. I really like this Sports Romance Series and how we get to know each of the players as a person not just a player. A great storyline and great characters make this a must read.
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296 reviews4 followers
November 16, 2017
I received an ARC and have voluntarily reviewed it.
Don’t say a word
I enjoyed reading this story about Hanson & Lacey. Hanson is a Football Player but he is also a player off the field too. Lacey is a PR consultant who is going to help sort Hanson out. Little do either realise but they will help each other. They share some hot chemistry and Lacey ends up pregnant. Hanson is the one that in the end convinces Lacey to give him a shot and a chance to create a happy family together.
Don’t forget about me
I enjoyed reading this story about Brian & Sadie. They were High School Sweethearts but due to a tragic accident Sadie can't remember him at all. She rejected him after the accident but he never stopped loving her. After a few years apart Sadie started working as a trainer for the cheerleaders on the same team as Brian. Sadie gradually starts to get her memory back and that scares her but with the help & love of Brian she returns his love.

Don’t stand so close
I enjoyed this book about Kina & Jacob. Jacob used to be friends with Kina's brother Kyle but the boys fell out when Jacob was scouted & Kyle wasn't. When Jacob got traded back to the Florida Sharks, Kina & Jacob met up by accident in a bar. They hit it off and couldn't keep their hands off each other. Kina is hired as Jacob's PR manager things were awkward between them as they wouldn't admit their feelings for each other. They have to come up with a plan that will make his image better and when they do finally admit their feelings, Kina has the perfect plan. The characters have great sexually chemistry and an even deeper love for each other.

Don’t stop believing
It was great to catch up with the whole gang and find out how their lives have changed and how they have grown.
2,038 reviews2 followers
November 17, 2017
This is a great book written by Eva and Juliana. Four heart stopping stories.
Don’t Say A Word - Lacey has been brought in to get Hanson who is a professional football player to clean up his reputation. From the first meeting their chemistry is off the charts. Can this relationship stay professional or will Hanson get the woman and possibly lose their careers?

Don’t Forget About Me - being high school sweethearts Sadie and Brian had a unthinkable accident. Sadie lost her memory and Brian was forced to move on without her. Five years later they meet and all Brian wants is a second chance to open Sadie’s memory. Their love was a true soul holding love that Brian believes Sadie is ready to remember her past. Can they navigate him being a professional football player and all that comes with that?

Don’t Stand So Close – Kina is a PR agent hired to work with Jacob after he has some issues with an ex girlfriend and he has been traded to a new team in Miami. Kina has a twin brother who always finds himself in trouble as he never got over how his life has played out and the one he blames is none other than Jacob! Kina and Jacob meet at a bar and have some one on one not realizing their professional paths will interact the next day. Can Kina keep her brother in the dark about what’s going on with Jacob? Will Jacob ever overcome his past mistake that follows him to Miami?

Don’t Stop Believing – I love it when an author gives us an extended epilogue to catch up with all the characters from this series. To read about what’s going on after their story ended is wonderful.

I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
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2,864 reviews39 followers
November 11, 2017
Don’t Say A Word: Hanson and Lacey. Lacey a strong independent woman determined to make it on her own. A PR agent assigned to Hanson to clean up his womanizing ways and a DUI that got him suspended from playing for six games. During that time working with Lacey Hanson learned that giving was better than taking and working with Lacey made him a better man. A reverse man woman playboy relationship.
Don’t Forget About Me: Brian and Sadie. Sweethearts from high school on prom night they were together for the first time then everything went wrong. Five years later they ran into each other at practice and later started talking to each other. She was the light of his life that he had lost. She could not remember any thing after prom and thus lost touch with everyone and everything.
Don't Stand So Close: Kina and Jacob.Jacob is a pro football player who is traded to his hometown pro team after being suspended from the sport the previous season. Kina is a PR Rep asigned to clean up Jacob's image. Kina's twin brother was once Jacob's best friend but the friendship ended when Kyle failed to get scouted by the pros. Neither Jacob nor Kina want a relationship but they both have a need and only the other could satisfy. Very HAWT. .
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this box set. These novellas were about each of the three couples struggling to compromise on obstacles most couples face.
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892 reviews7 followers
November 11, 2017
This is a box set of three books. The first one is Don't say a word
Hanson is a professional football player wit a bad reputation. His coach had it with him and is hiring a pr manager named Lacey. He is not happy about it he likes his many one night stand and does not see the problem but if he wants to stay on the team he has to do it. There is only one problem Lacey is beautifull and for the first time in his life he wants more. second book is Dont forget about me.
Brian is a professional football player and best friend wit Hanson from the first book. Five years ago he lost the love of his life Sadie a girl he has been dating for two years. After a terrible accident she lost her memory and didn't want to see him. Brian never recovered from it and when he sees Sadie agin as a cheerleader coach all the feelings are back. Can he convince her to give him a chance and will she ever remember how good they were together ?
The third book is Don't stand so close.
Jacob is a professional football player with a lot of trouble going on in his life. His new team in Miami is hiring him a pr manager. But it turns out that the pr manager is Kina his ex best friends sister and the girl he has a one night stand with last night. The boks set was great. I love sports romances and I loved this one. It was exciting and sweet and romantic. I can highly recommend these books
1,576 reviews10 followers
November 10, 2017
This set of sexy love stories by the well known authors Eva Luxe and Juliana Conners is a set not to be missed! I have already read three of them and loved each and every one of them. if I had to choose which was my favourite of those three it would probably have to be Don't Forget About Me which is a second chance romance surrounding Sadie and Brian. there is a well rounded storyline with enough background to wet your appetite to want to read it, with sizzling chemistry between them and red hot steamy sex scenes. having said that I loved the other two as well and couldn't pout them down either. Then there is the bonus book, Don't Stop Believing, which brings all the stories together in such a way that you can see how they're getting on in their HEA's. This is a superb set that I will be re-reading in the future as they are so good!! Enjoy. I received an arc of this book and voluntarily leave my honest review of it here.
DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED.
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2,144 reviews13 followers
November 10, 2017
Don’t Say a Word
A beautiful story about finding love when you are not looking for it. Hansen and Lacey both played the field but fell for each other when she was hired as his pr rep. I love how their relationship was not a walk in the park and you got to understand their struggles. This book was a fantastic read.

Don’t Forget About Me
A second chance at love between Sadie and Brian. I love how Brian held Sadie in his heart even though Sadie did not remember him. I love their story and it pulled at my heartstrings.

Don’t Stand So Close
A great read. Kina is Jacob are hot from the start. What started out as a one night stand turned into a beautiful relationship. Loved the proposal.

Don’t Stop Believing: Bonus Novella
Love reading about the three couples and their continuing hea.

I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
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4,818 reviews39 followers
November 17, 2017
Well, where do I start, OK, at the beginning, four stories and all in one place, no fumbling about finishing one then having to find or wait for the next one, they're all stand alones but they are all about the South Beach Bad Boys and their ladies, and wowsa the stories they tell, they're exciting, they're hot, and yes you'll want to read everyone after the other, you won't want to put them down, and the boys and their ladies, yes I'm using too many ands, but the chemistry between them is scorching, steamy, fab, grab the set, I loved it.

I received an advanced copy and voluntarily leave my own opinion
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688 reviews18 followers
November 10, 2017
I loved the individual stories when they came out and was really pleased to read them again with the addition of the novella on the end and the HEA epilogue.

Hanson and Lacey started the trilogy, followed by Brian and Sadie, then Jacob and Kina. Three guys with big egos, big talent and big hearts and three women who are sassy and bright and love their men unconditionally. Loved all three stories - with special thoughts of Brian and Sadie’s story that brought tears to my eyes. Eva Luxe writes a really good hot, and steamy romance.
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3,050 reviews30 followers
November 11, 2017
Grab this collection today! If you like sports romances, then the Don’t Stop Believing Complete collection for you. Each of the three stories—Don’t Say a Word, Don’t Forget About Me, and Don’t Stand So Close—are all 5-Star reads. You can check out my 5-star reviews on both Goodreads and Amazon. The bonus novella in the collection is also a keeper and a kickass read. Don’t waste another second...1-Click these bad boys today! (I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this collection and proud to say it’s a wonderful collection.) ❤️❤️
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2,329 reviews13 followers
November 14, 2017
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. Wow! I was so excited to see that the three books were put into a box set and included a bonus novella that gives you a look at what the three couples and their families are currently up to. I read the first three book and have left individual reviews of the ARC's I received. I enjoyed getting to see what the couples have been up to since the last time I read about them.Ms Luxe and Ms Conners did a fabulous job in tying all their stories together. I must say my two favorite couples have t be Brian and Sadie and Kina and Jacob. Fantastic read!
303 reviews1 follower
October 21, 2018
This is a well written series about friendship, secrets, love, trust and desires.
This box-set contains three wonderful stories with great characters that I really enjoyed reading, the fourth book is a little extra to each of the three first books in this box set, a great addition.
Each book are fast-paced, the writing is fluid and easily read in one sitting.
Eva Luxe and Juliana Conners really knows how to write a beautiful steamy read that captivates the reader from start to finish. I highly recommend this box-set.
I voluntairly reviewed an ARC of this box-set.
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14k reviews162 followers
November 10, 2017
Don't Stop Believing: Complete South Beach Bad Boys Series Box Set by Eva Luxe and Juliana Conners is a great collection a that gives you all three books in the South Beach Bad Boys series and a bonus novella. These are hot, sexy, steamy, and emotional reads. These books are very entertaining and enjoyable. All books are well written and feature complex characters and stories. I am posting an honest review after reading an ARC copy of this collection.
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4,124 reviews26 followers
November 12, 2017
From the very first page of Don't Say a Word to the very last page of Don't Stand to Close, you are inexplicably drawn to the alpha male athletes and the forbidden love they find with the women who steal their hearts. Each book in this complete series will have begging for more.

I volunteered to review an advance reader copy of this book.
2,635 reviews8 followers
November 11, 2017
Great box set with four great books with amazing storylines and characters. Even though the couples struggle, they get their HEA ending. I voluntarily received this book to review for my honest opinion.
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1,669 reviews6 followers
November 11, 2017
This is a great box set but each book can be read as a standalone no spoilers but I can say that I enjoyed the stories and its a set worth reading I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this box set.
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2,873 reviews2 followers
November 12, 2017
Steamy fun series. It captivated my full attention. Very entertaining. I want to read more. Wonderfully written with great plot and strong characters. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
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718 reviews1 follower
November 13, 2017
One of the best box sets!

Three over the top alpha football players. Three over the top sassy ladies that love them. So much emotion is packed into these books! Loved it! Amazing read! Enjoy!!’
3,929 reviews31 followers
November 22, 2017
This box set contains the South Palm Beach series by Eva Luxe and Juliana Conner. They've put together some awesome bad boy reads. I have each of these books already, and they're all here in one set. They're thrilling, funny, sexy, and will keep you entertained!
1,708 reviews5 followers
November 11, 2017
I previously read and reviewed the first three books when they were released individually. Those reviews are below. I have not read the bonus novella yet but am looking forward to doing so.

Don't Say a Word - This was a cute short story. It's perfect for a quick afternoon read. Lacey and Hanson were good together. I was rooting for them all the way. This was well written and the story flowed well. I wish it had been longer though.

Don't Forget About Me - This was a good story and I enjoyed it. If you like second chance romance I recommend picking this one up. I absolutely loved Brian. He was a great guy. Sadie did annoy me at times. Her back and forth with Brian was sometimes frustrating, too. However, I assume some of how she acted is to be expected considering everything she had been through.

Don't Stand So Close - This is the third book in a series revolving around the men of the Florida Sharks pro football team. It was a good follow up to the first two. We met Kina in the first book, Don't Say a Word. Jacob is new to the team after being transferred back to his hometown team. She's a PR consultant. His team wants to clean up his public image after a big scandal last year. She's his ex best friend's sister. Guess who gets assigned to change public opinion about him? Yep, that's right, it's Kina. Will she be able to do her job or will their growing attraction just get him (and her) into more trouble? I recommend reading this, as well as the first two books.
*I voluntarily reviewed Advance Reader Copies of these stories. This is my honest review.*
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3,167 reviews9 followers
June 2, 2018
Don't Say a Word****
Although this tale is very steamy (hence 4 stars), the rest of the story is good but not really unique which to me made it predictable. It's not boring by any means, I just feel like because of the circumstances they were not able to "romance" each other enough. Great job with the bedroom scenes though and the ending was really nice.

Don't Forget About Me****
Very unique plot for a sports romance. I admire the tenacity of Brian, his patience with Sadie is remarkable. He was so nice, he got on my nerves a few times because it seemed like he was begging and forcing himself on her but I guess that’s the "I refuse to give up on the love that once was" in him. I was ready for him to move on though, I think he’s a great catch and that was way too much rejection she was dishing out. I felt sorry for what Sadie went through but I didn’t like how she repeatedly strung Brian along at all. I understand that she suffered brain damage and she was struggling with the loss of her memory, Brian deserved more but she's his sole mate...love that line!!

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June 26, 2024
Read the first story about Hudson & Lacey, then stop there if you do not want to be in a state of annoyance. Their story is the only reason I'm not giving this box set 1 star. Sorry but Sadie is a real b!tch. I get it you lost your memory, but does this automatically give you license to emotionally use & abuse someone? And Kina, how on Earth did you become a PR Manager when you cant even get you or your client out of a PR situation? Worst, it was your client, not you who came up with the PR idea.
This set was very disappointing considering it was a collaboration of 2 really good authors. Characters don't need to be saints and can have strong personalities, but when they claim to be "good at their job" but can't do their job, that's red flags.
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1,536 reviews11 followers
December 7, 2017
I thoroughly loved this series. I met these characters when I read Jacob and Kana's story in Don't Stand So Close To Me. I was glad I got to go back and read Hanson/Lacey and Brian/Sasha's stories. I loved the follow-up as well. The plots were great and interesting. The story-line flowed smoothly throughout. Each book had it's own personality that matched our Hero. For example, Hanson was carefree, energetic, and hyper. That was the personality of his and Lacey's story. Brian and Sasha's story was slow and steady. Just like Brian. This was a really great read and I'll be adding this one to my personal Kindle library. I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book.
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880 reviews
November 16, 2017
A Review of Don't Stop Believing Box Set by Eva Luxe & Juliana Conners

All three books and couples - 4.5 stars

This box set includes all three of the books that make up this series, along with a novella that let's us catch up with all three couples. Definitely well worth the price to purchase and have all of them in one place. Brian and Sadie; Hanson and Lacey; and finally Jacob and Kina.

**Honest review voluntarily provided from a Complimentary Copy**
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1,338 reviews6 followers
November 12, 2017
I received this set for a voluntary, completely honest and non incentivized review.
Having read these stories individually as they were released, this set combined is a solid 4 stars! The standalone stories, which have some overlapping characters are sexy and sweet. Couples overcoming obstacles professionally and socially. A solid set!
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5,973 reviews134 followers
December 2, 2017
First time read

4 Star Kindle Unlimited Read
What an awesome start for my first time read from this author. I love series when they are in box sets. I more likely to read and enjoy. I can't to read more and see if the choppy waters of writing are smoothing out.
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