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Trouble
This time, I fucked up. Walking into a charity event naked doesn't make for a good first impression. The boys flapping in the wind doesn't encourage investors. But it happened, and now my ass is on the line. I need to clean up my act. Margot's business is the perfect cover. My new business partner wants me out. Too bad I'm infatuated with her. Have been since we were kids. She's not the typical 20 year old who throws herself at my money. 30s, confident, and curves in all the right places. A real woman. I won't lose it all again. I won't let her pull away. This time, she's mine.
278 pages, Paperback
Published March 23, 2018
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Kira Blakely
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March 23, 2018
I do love a tattoo artist-based bad boy story!
This sub-sub-genre of the romance novel has to be one of my favorites because you can do so much with the bad boy theme. What is it about tattoos that gets my blood going?… Other than pain plus artistry (as long as you don’t end up on an episode of “Tattoo Nightmares”.) And speaking of tattoo nightmares, our bad boy is definitely one for the books. A fantastic abstract artist of the profession, he certainly is one of the more… uh… uninhibited bad boys I’ve met. Probably one of the BEST openings I’ve ever read!!! *hee hee* Talk about über-oops!
Length: Long novella.
Character development: Cain and Margot are a pair of rather developed characters, so polarized I am surprised they can stand being around each other. Oops! That’s the problem! Many times they can’t! Cain is an adrenalin junkie with a tendency to over-drink to become completely out-of-control. Margot is about as iron-clad controlled with a mop-handle up her butt, and is always a target for Cain’s twisted sense of humor which is more aimed at getting her to loosen up. Both come with emotional baggage, some (when later revealed) really surprised me. I only wish I could have seen more development for some of the more important minor characters, including the antagonists.
Emotional factor: Yes, Kira Blakely does make me really care about Cain and Margot. There is a lot of sexual tension between the two, it puddles. However, I wish I could have cared more about living remnants of her family. Somehow, even Margot’s abandoned niece didn’t do it for me. No child is that easy to deal with. Ask any frazzled mother or father.
Speed of action: It definitely doesn’t plod. However, the author does offer the extended epilogue version online, but I wished she put that in her book rather than excluded it! Bad move.
Predictability: Some lovely twists and turns. Definitely some dramatic crashes and “how bad can it go now?” moments.
Credibility issues: I wished Kira Blakely went more into the daily events at the tattoo shop. I’ve read better novels that addressed that detail better. Hey! This is a tattoo shop! It just seemed to fade into the background, including when the producer was shooting for a reality series that Cain and Margot were roped into. It seems that most of the time, the story is all in Margot’s office! The ban on scripted segments… I know Cain and Margot gave it the kibosh, but for some reason, I get this nagging thought that this little wrinkle could have been handled better. It just didn’t feel like a wrinkle fulfilled.
Grammar and technical errors: A few misspelling issues, but keep in mind I’ve read an ARC.
I did like this ebook. My only hope is that Kira doesn’t include previously published bonus materials, many I have read already with publishing dates within the last six months! Hear me, girl! You don’t need them to flesh your book out. It’s only a slap in the face of those who bought them already, and now you publish them for free?? PUL-LEASE! If I find out you did include bonus material, I’m downgrading the stars. Trust me, I won’t forget to.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving an honest, no-punches-pulled review.
This sub-sub-genre of the romance novel has to be one of my favorites because you can do so much with the bad boy theme. What is it about tattoos that gets my blood going?… Other than pain plus artistry (as long as you don’t end up on an episode of “Tattoo Nightmares”.) And speaking of tattoo nightmares, our bad boy is definitely one for the books. A fantastic abstract artist of the profession, he certainly is one of the more… uh… uninhibited bad boys I’ve met. Probably one of the BEST openings I’ve ever read!!! *hee hee* Talk about über-oops!
Length: Long novella.
Character development: Cain and Margot are a pair of rather developed characters, so polarized I am surprised they can stand being around each other. Oops! That’s the problem! Many times they can’t! Cain is an adrenalin junkie with a tendency to over-drink to become completely out-of-control. Margot is about as iron-clad controlled with a mop-handle up her butt, and is always a target for Cain’s twisted sense of humor which is more aimed at getting her to loosen up. Both come with emotional baggage, some (when later revealed) really surprised me. I only wish I could have seen more development for some of the more important minor characters, including the antagonists.
Emotional factor: Yes, Kira Blakely does make me really care about Cain and Margot. There is a lot of sexual tension between the two, it puddles. However, I wish I could have cared more about living remnants of her family. Somehow, even Margot’s abandoned niece didn’t do it for me. No child is that easy to deal with. Ask any frazzled mother or father.
Speed of action: It definitely doesn’t plod. However, the author does offer the extended epilogue version online, but I wished she put that in her book rather than excluded it! Bad move.
Predictability: Some lovely twists and turns. Definitely some dramatic crashes and “how bad can it go now?” moments.
Credibility issues: I wished Kira Blakely went more into the daily events at the tattoo shop. I’ve read better novels that addressed that detail better. Hey! This is a tattoo shop! It just seemed to fade into the background, including when the producer was shooting for a reality series that Cain and Margot were roped into. It seems that most of the time, the story is all in Margot’s office! The ban on scripted segments… I know Cain and Margot gave it the kibosh, but for some reason, I get this nagging thought that this little wrinkle could have been handled better. It just didn’t feel like a wrinkle fulfilled.
Grammar and technical errors: A few misspelling issues, but keep in mind I’ve read an ARC.
I did like this ebook. My only hope is that Kira doesn’t include previously published bonus materials, many I have read already with publishing dates within the last six months! Hear me, girl! You don’t need them to flesh your book out. It’s only a slap in the face of those who bought them already, and now you publish them for free?? PUL-LEASE! If I find out you did include bonus material, I’m downgrading the stars. Trust me, I won’t forget to.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving an honest, no-punches-pulled review.
March 27, 2018
This one is a steamy Enemies to Lovers romance read.
He needs her to get half of the Tattoo shop and she needs him to keep the tattoo shop. Oh yeah this sure has interesting story especially with that reality TV.
Clearly there's plenty drama and a lot of steaminess and hot passion but it's too slow for me and not a big fan of the characters. Not my fav but I enjoying it nonetheless, especially that ending.
As for characters, I hate Cain at the beginning, he totally pushed all my wrong buttons, I hate the way he acts, although he redeemed himself in the end, I still can't forgive what he's done.
And Margot, I don't like her too, she appears so weak, it's kinda frustrated me.
Although these two not my fav couple, I still like the hotness their bring and all those sweetenes in the end.
*I voluntarily received a review copy of this book
He needs her to get half of the Tattoo shop and she needs him to keep the tattoo shop. Oh yeah this sure has interesting story especially with that reality TV.
Clearly there's plenty drama and a lot of steaminess and hot passion but it's too slow for me and not a big fan of the characters. Not my fav but I enjoying it nonetheless, especially that ending.
As for characters, I hate Cain at the beginning, he totally pushed all my wrong buttons, I hate the way he acts, although he redeemed himself in the end, I still can't forgive what he's done.
And Margot, I don't like her too, she appears so weak, it's kinda frustrated me.
Although these two not my fav couple, I still like the hotness their bring and all those sweetenes in the end.
*I voluntarily received a review copy of this book
March 25, 2018
After Cain walked into a charity gala naked his reputation took a major hit and the people removed him from the charity. Now he is wanting to prove that he has change so he can get back involved with the charity. His father was a silent partner in a friends tattoo business and now Cain owns that partnership however he isn't going to be a silent partner. Margot is trying to help maintain the business and is in talks to have a television show. Sparks fly between Cain and Margot ask they discuss the show and other business aspects. Its not long before the sparks ignite into a sizzling heat and they end up in bed together. While they travel to learn of new tattooing styles in Japan they have no clue that someone from Margot's past is plotting to steal Cain. Can Cain show Margot that he really wants to be involved in the business?
This is a great story and is very entertaining. The chemistry between Cain and Margot is blazing hot. Once I started this book I couldn't put it down until I was at the end. Kira Blakely knows how to bring her stories to life for her readers. I can't wait to read more by her in the future.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this story. I enjoyed it so much I bought my own copy
This is a great story and is very entertaining. The chemistry between Cain and Margot is blazing hot. Once I started this book I couldn't put it down until I was at the end. Kira Blakely knows how to bring her stories to life for her readers. I can't wait to read more by her in the future.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this story. I enjoyed it so much I bought my own copy
March 26, 2018
Cain and Margot have been friends off and on for years. They know each other but have never gone over the line. When Cain comes out butt naked at his own families charity he has hit rock bottom. He is now not allowed to do anything when it comes the charity. So he decides to take over his half of the tattoo parlor his father has.
Margot has the other half. She is a straight shooter. She is one of the women that have to be forced to have fun. So when Cain is about to mess up her one chance to make her parlor become a national tv sensation, the fight is on.
The saying opposites attract. That is the theme of this book. I really enjoyed this story! I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy for my honest review.
Margot has the other half. She is a straight shooter. She is one of the women that have to be forced to have fun. So when Cain is about to mess up her one chance to make her parlor become a national tv sensation, the fight is on.
The saying opposites attract. That is the theme of this book. I really enjoyed this story! I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy for my honest review.
March 26, 2018
A story that is absolutely not what I expected. It is better. It is well written and the characters likeable and well described. The storyline and plot are nice. The story is steamy, filled with pain, trust issues, passion, hot chemistry, broken souls, attraction and emotional ups and downs. Unexpected twists. I like it but sometimes it felt rushed for me. It is captivating because of the hint of darkness. That makes it a bit different.
I like it is written in dual POV, which gives the reader both the thoughts and feelings of the main characters. That makes the story even more emotional and captivating. Enjoyable read. A fantastic romance and love story.
I like it is written in dual POV, which gives the reader both the thoughts and feelings of the main characters. That makes the story even more emotional and captivating. Enjoyable read. A fantastic romance and love story.
March 27, 2018
An Amazing, Must Read Story
I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book. I really loved “Trouble” by Kira Blakely. This is a well written, must read Friends to Lovers book. It has a really good, Interesting storyline with great characters Cain & Margot, that I liked and enjoyed reading about. They kept me engrossed in this book with their story and sizzling chemistry and interaction, I couldn’t put it down. This is an Enjoyable, Steamy, Romantic Story that I would recommend reading.
I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book. I really loved “Trouble” by Kira Blakely. This is a well written, must read Friends to Lovers book. It has a really good, Interesting storyline with great characters Cain & Margot, that I liked and enjoyed reading about. They kept me engrossed in this book with their story and sizzling chemistry and interaction, I couldn’t put it down. This is an Enjoyable, Steamy, Romantic Story that I would recommend reading.
March 26, 2018
A well-written, emotional, and heartwarming romance story with plenty of drama, twists and turns, heartache, LOL moments, hot chemistry, and steamy scenes. A definite must-read!
I volunteered to review an advance reader copy of this book.
I volunteered to review an advance reader copy of this book.
March 26, 2018
Trouble by Kira Blakely a five-star read that won’t give you any trouble. I love this author, but I will admit I didn’t love this as much as some of the others, but it was still a great story filled with characters that you happily fall in love with, even Cain in all his bad boy naughtiness could charm the pants off a nun!! We all love a bad boy, but this bad boy will melt the coldest hearts and Margot defiantly has one of those, who could blame her after what she has been through. Thank you Kira, can’t wait to read more.
March 23, 2018
I am voluntarily writing this review for this book I received through Booksprout arc.
Cain wound up going stark naked to a gala that was for his charity he was amazed where he was since he was so messed up. Months later Cain wound up at her tattoo shop where he tells her he is part owner of the shop. Margo i The next day was the first day of shooting the TV pilot. The producer tells Margot that they want some scripted segments and Cain comes in and tells him no. Things take a turn when Cain and Margot get together he had waited a long time for her. Cain and Margot go to Japan together where he takes to a traditional tattoo artist to see first hand. They got together for the second time in Japan and reminded her not to get to attached. They get back home and they were talking outside the shop when a photographer came up and was taking a lot of photographs of Margot and some of Cain. Cain started to get upset and it took Margo to settle him down. When Margot went to close the door the photographer started saying things about Margot and Cain somewhat lost it Margo had to reel him in a second time. Cain freaks out and leaves the shop but on his way out Margot told him once he left to never come back again. Cain runs into Margot nemesis Kelly who has taken an interest in Cain. Margot receives the picture of Cain with Kelly in her shop. Cain was freaking out because he cared about Margo and he knew he would eventually break her heart. Kelly comes to Margot to buy her out since her shop had been hurting especially since her long time client left because of Cain. Now Cain was on a downward spiral but he'll he knew he would have to leave town. Will Margo and Cain ever going to get together to have their happy ending? Were they finally finished with hurting each other ?
Cain wound up going stark naked to a gala that was for his charity he was amazed where he was since he was so messed up. Months later Cain wound up at her tattoo shop where he tells her he is part owner of the shop. Margo i The next day was the first day of shooting the TV pilot. The producer tells Margot that they want some scripted segments and Cain comes in and tells him no. Things take a turn when Cain and Margot get together he had waited a long time for her. Cain and Margot go to Japan together where he takes to a traditional tattoo artist to see first hand. They got together for the second time in Japan and reminded her not to get to attached. They get back home and they were talking outside the shop when a photographer came up and was taking a lot of photographs of Margot and some of Cain. Cain started to get upset and it took Margo to settle him down. When Margot went to close the door the photographer started saying things about Margot and Cain somewhat lost it Margo had to reel him in a second time. Cain freaks out and leaves the shop but on his way out Margot told him once he left to never come back again. Cain runs into Margot nemesis Kelly who has taken an interest in Cain. Margot receives the picture of Cain with Kelly in her shop. Cain was freaking out because he cared about Margo and he knew he would eventually break her heart. Kelly comes to Margot to buy her out since her shop had been hurting especially since her long time client left because of Cain. Now Cain was on a downward spiral but he'll he knew he would have to leave town. Will Margo and Cain ever going to get together to have their happy ending? Were they finally finished with hurting each other ?
March 26, 2018
This is a wonderful love story about second chances between Cain and Margot. Cain is a wealthy man with a past that is not a happy one. He was fortunate that his father did some good for him but was never really there for him as a father figure. Margot went to school with Cain and has had a crush on him ever since. Their father’s were in business together and along the way Margot's Dad became that father figure he needed. Years later after her father passed away Margot is trying to keep the tattoo business open and is having some hard times. Margot has not had it easy the past two years and there are those who have done wrong by her. One night at a charity event Cain is drunk and does not know where he is and comes to the Main event naked and may lose the ability to help with his mother’s charity. Cain gets his father’s half of the tattoo parlor and drives Margot crazy in more than one way. Can they work together or will he drag her down as he has in every other thing in his life? It’s amazing to see the ups and downs of their relationship as it helps them grow. They are both independent people and don’t like change. Margot has other responsibilities, her mom and niece and Cain has done some negative things that he has no positives in his life, especially after his mom died years ago. Can these two ever find common ground and will all the bad things that happen ever end for them? I enjoyed these broken souls and the way they heal their hearts! I wonderfully written story and one you will enjoy reading! I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 28, 2018
Trouble with a Capital T
Cain has messed up big time after walking in on a charity function naked he has screed himself big time. It is definitely time for him to grow up. He is obnoxious and thinks that every female wants him except one Margot. Margot runs and owns a tattoo shop. Margot is running her father's shop in Chicago after he passed away. He was a legend with tattoos and she wants to keep his shop going in memory of him.
Cain was Margot's father business partner and Margot has always has a secret crush on Cain. Now Cain's father has given him the business and Cain and Margot are meant to run it together and not only that but someone wants to make a reality show out of their tattoo shop.
With these two not being able to be in the same room together without fighting what reality show that would be. Cain is attracted to Margot but he thinks and knows he is not good for her. I really felt for Cain he did make some rash decisions, but that doesn't make him a bad guy. He just needs to grow up.
Through all this chaos Cain and Margot travel together to Japan and what happens in Japan stays in Japan I think not. These two blew my kindle up while they were there. The love scenes were so intense and Cain was every woman's fantasy. Cain would be a perfect book boyfriend with all of his demons and all.
Im telling everyone they need to pick this one up Kira Blakely does not disappoint.
I voluntarily received an arc copy through Booksprout for my honest review
Xoxo,
Meme Chanell Book Corner
Cain has messed up big time after walking in on a charity function naked he has screed himself big time. It is definitely time for him to grow up. He is obnoxious and thinks that every female wants him except one Margot. Margot runs and owns a tattoo shop. Margot is running her father's shop in Chicago after he passed away. He was a legend with tattoos and she wants to keep his shop going in memory of him.
Cain was Margot's father business partner and Margot has always has a secret crush on Cain. Now Cain's father has given him the business and Cain and Margot are meant to run it together and not only that but someone wants to make a reality show out of their tattoo shop.
With these two not being able to be in the same room together without fighting what reality show that would be. Cain is attracted to Margot but he thinks and knows he is not good for her. I really felt for Cain he did make some rash decisions, but that doesn't make him a bad guy. He just needs to grow up.
Through all this chaos Cain and Margot travel together to Japan and what happens in Japan stays in Japan I think not. These two blew my kindle up while they were there. The love scenes were so intense and Cain was every woman's fantasy. Cain would be a perfect book boyfriend with all of his demons and all.
Im telling everyone they need to pick this one up Kira Blakely does not disappoint.
I voluntarily received an arc copy through Booksprout for my honest review
Xoxo,
Meme Chanell Book Corner
March 24, 2018
Cain and Margot are very well written characters that are both facing their own demons and dealing with them in entirely different fashions. Cain after the loss of his mother turned to extreme behavior in order to feel alive after losing her. He had no direction or purpose and no guidance to help him through the difficult time. Margot had her own set of losses that had her trying to find solid ground. She chose to close up and keep everything bottled up inside to deal with her life. The ride they take together is a roller coaster of emotion that will keep you totally engaged and turning the pages. Cain continues to pull Margot in and then push her away because his fears loving her will hurt them both in the end. Margot tries to keep her emotions out of the situation because she feels that to protect her family and continue to provide for them she isn’t allowed to have love and happiness. The emotional carnage that Cain and Margot inflict on each other is tragic, yet beautiful in the end. It allows them to find and appreciate what each one of them gives to the other. Love and a second chance at life. I have read other books by Kira Blakey and I have found most of them enjoyable, but this one really touched my heart. I highly recommend you add this one to your library and to your must read list. It is just “One Click” away.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 25, 2018
*** Some Spoilers****Such a fun read! Cain and Margot are a sweet pair. Total opposites in most ways but they come together perfectly.
Cain is a playboy/badboy with a past and his own demons to fight. An adrenaline junkie to help fill the emptiness he feels after the loss of his mother at a young age and a cold, disinterested father. Cain and Margo have known each other since childhood and their lives are interwoven due to the business relationship between both of their parents. Cain returns after years changed, bit also to fond Margot has changed as has her circumstances. She has her own baggage and demons to deal with as well as a family she is supporting. Now the pair are tied together in the Tattoo shop business and both are artists as well. The author did a good job with back stories, history and tying it all together. I loved the supporting characters and their place and purposes. Both main characters have harbored feelings all along for each other and now it has a chance to happen. A fresh take on a great story. Several places had me laugh out loud, and even my husband wanted to know what was so funny! A HEA but it takes some work getting there, which is the fun!. I didn't want to put it down so I totally recommend this to anyone who loves a good romance with steamy scenes, full, funny characters and adult language and situations.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Cain is a playboy/badboy with a past and his own demons to fight. An adrenaline junkie to help fill the emptiness he feels after the loss of his mother at a young age and a cold, disinterested father. Cain and Margo have known each other since childhood and their lives are interwoven due to the business relationship between both of their parents. Cain returns after years changed, bit also to fond Margot has changed as has her circumstances. She has her own baggage and demons to deal with as well as a family she is supporting. Now the pair are tied together in the Tattoo shop business and both are artists as well. The author did a good job with back stories, history and tying it all together. I loved the supporting characters and their place and purposes. Both main characters have harbored feelings all along for each other and now it has a chance to happen. A fresh take on a great story. Several places had me laugh out loud, and even my husband wanted to know what was so funny! A HEA but it takes some work getting there, which is the fun!. I didn't want to put it down so I totally recommend this to anyone who loves a good romance with steamy scenes, full, funny characters and adult language and situations.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 26, 2018
He's Deciding if He's Good Enough For Her
Cain and Margot have had crushes on each other since they were in school together. Their fathers were in business together although her dad was more of a father figure to him than his own father. There have been plenty of ups and downs for them. Cain is a mess with his life and Margot has been treated very badly by people unworthy of even knowing her. It's when he comes to claim his father's half of her tattoo business that they are brought together again and this gives them a second chance of having a relationship together. But Cain needs to get his head in the right place and they need to talk and trust each other more. There is certainly plenty of chemistry between Margot and Cain but Cain, to me, needed to make a decision and stick to it and then make sure that Margot really knew how he was feeling. Margot, I liked very much I just wanted to shake Cain a few times. He wasn't as bad as he thought he was, he just needed to 'man up', make an informed decision and stick to it! A very clever story by Kira Blakely who is a terrific author has woven a romantic tale here of two people who are given a second chance to find happiness with each other. I was entertained from beginning to end in this fast paced story and I encourage you to get a copy and enjoy it too.I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED
Cain and Margot have had crushes on each other since they were in school together. Their fathers were in business together although her dad was more of a father figure to him than his own father. There have been plenty of ups and downs for them. Cain is a mess with his life and Margot has been treated very badly by people unworthy of even knowing her. It's when he comes to claim his father's half of her tattoo business that they are brought together again and this gives them a second chance of having a relationship together. But Cain needs to get his head in the right place and they need to talk and trust each other more. There is certainly plenty of chemistry between Margot and Cain but Cain, to me, needed to make a decision and stick to it and then make sure that Margot really knew how he was feeling. Margot, I liked very much I just wanted to shake Cain a few times. He wasn't as bad as he thought he was, he just needed to 'man up', make an informed decision and stick to it! A very clever story by Kira Blakely who is a terrific author has woven a romantic tale here of two people who are given a second chance to find happiness with each other. I was entertained from beginning to end in this fast paced story and I encourage you to get a copy and enjoy it too.I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED
March 28, 2018
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader copy of this book. I absolutely loved this book. Margot and Cain, destined to be together, but at what cost? Margot has loved Cain since she could remember, he’s cocky, arrogant and full of himself, but the attraction was and is there. Cain, well he’s made a great impression when he entered a ballroom naked thinking he was stepping into a sauna room. It’s a far cry from one to the other. Needless to say, without the quick thinking on Margot’s part, it really could’ve gone much worse. Cain has always wanted Margot, but never acted on it, he fears he’ll ruin her, break her and hurt her past the point of no return, but he can’t seem to stay away and when a situation presents itself, Cain is all in and is now her partner in her father’s tattoo business. These two are trouble for each other, they are like vinegar and water, the tension and attraction is too much to bear and with one night of passion, neither can walk away, but Cain can’t stay either. He’s not that kind of man, he doesn’t love anymore not since his mother’s passing. Cain is broken, but will Margot be able to help him put the pieces back together? This book was so freaking good, I couldn’t put it down it consumed me to the point of ignoring everything else in my life to finish it. Their story, is a push and pull, steamy, sexy, sweet and loving, you don’t want to miss out on this one. Grab it ladies you won’t be disappointed.
March 25, 2018
Trouble By: Kira BlakelyTrouble, Tattoos, & Reality TV!
He's full of Trouble, they're both into Tattoos, & she's determined to do Reality TV! Sparks fly, tempers flare, & passion takes over when these tattooing artists are reunited. Will they become more than business partners?! Will an old rival come between them?! Will TV drama drag them apart?! Or will his penchant 'Trouble' be their ultimate undoing?!
I was gifted an ARC of Kira Blakely's "Trouble" via Booksprout; I enjoyed reading it, & I'm gladly recommending her book based upon its own merits. I'll look forward to finding more of this author's other work; maybe she'll provide me another wonderful Reading Rabbit hole to spend some satisfying hours reading!! All opinions expressed within this review are uniquely my own & freely given.
Until next time... Happy Reading!
March 23, 2018
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. I really enjoyed this book. It has to be one of my top favorite books by Kira Blakely. Cain and Margot has so much passion and chemistry from the very beginning. The two have known each other their whole lives sine their father s were partners in business. Though the two never acted on it when they were younger. Margot has had a thing for Cain since she was in middle school and so has Cain for her. In the beginning they seemed to push each others buttons. Cain went through personal heartache and dropped out of school and moved away. Getting into trouble and thinking he was no good. Now he is back and is partners with Margot. Owning have the business Margot inherited from her father. Cain can't seem to stay way from Margot. They feel the pull between them and eventually give in. The problem is Cain has some growing up to do and realize he is not as bad as he thinks he is. Margot needs to learn to open up and trust again. The two are what the other needs even if they don't realize it at first. This is a well written book with a few twists along the way. Full of steamy and hot chemistry and a bit of adventure. I love how Cain finally admits that all he needs is Margot to feel whole again. Great HEA!
April 7, 2018
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book from Booksprout
Oh Cain Foster... you don’t do things by half do you !!!! Walking into a room full of people...naked...omg. He really needs to get his act together or there will be serious consequences, like being dropped as a sponsor for his mother’s charity. How to change his image....be more responsible...well there is only one way but she’s not gonna be happy.?
Margot Reed is struggling with her business, tattoo parlour. She needs more ideas, more help but what she doesn’t expect is her childhood annoyingly friend Cain Foster to reveal he is her now business partner...... and now the fun begins. Cain and Margot can’t stand each other, well there is a fine line between love and hate so they say. He winds her up all the time, especially growing up. He is so wild and she is so responsible...like chalk and cheese.
Lots of emotions in this story, unresolved emotions, feelings, lust, passion, anger, rage, jealousy and that’s for starters.
Communication is the key, talking to one another and revealing how they feel about past issues, what’s important to them and what there hopes and dreams are. Brilliantly written and loved it.
Oh Cain Foster... you don’t do things by half do you !!!! Walking into a room full of people...naked...omg. He really needs to get his act together or there will be serious consequences, like being dropped as a sponsor for his mother’s charity. How to change his image....be more responsible...well there is only one way but she’s not gonna be happy.?
Margot Reed is struggling with her business, tattoo parlour. She needs more ideas, more help but what she doesn’t expect is her childhood annoyingly friend Cain Foster to reveal he is her now business partner...... and now the fun begins. Cain and Margot can’t stand each other, well there is a fine line between love and hate so they say. He winds her up all the time, especially growing up. He is so wild and she is so responsible...like chalk and cheese.
Lots of emotions in this story, unresolved emotions, feelings, lust, passion, anger, rage, jealousy and that’s for starters.
Communication is the key, talking to one another and revealing how they feel about past issues, what’s important to them and what there hopes and dreams are. Brilliantly written and loved it.
March 26, 2018
Customer Review
5.0 out of 5 starsAn Emotional Story of Love and Loss
Bysewsummoreon March 26, 2018
Format: Paperback
by sewsummore
Cain Foster was a troubled teenager, the son a wealthy man, he grew into a troubled man who lived on the edge of danger and had a temper that was hard to control. As a teenage her found solace in learning the art of tattooing and found himself half owner of the business. Margot was now his partner after her father's death and their attraction to each other was as strong as ever. Cain now wealthy in his own right, offered his help when the business started to fail but their past attraction mean't that there was sparks of anger and lust there as well. This was a story of a man tormented by his past, unable to find meaning in his life and unwilling to commit his love for Margot, fearing his anger at life would destroy her in the end. I loved the deep emotion that was portrayed in this story, the sadness of a childhood and the tragic loss of a mother when she was needed the most. The drama of the ending proving love is what matters most.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
5.0 out of 5 starsAn Emotional Story of Love and Loss
Bysewsummoreon March 26, 2018
Format: Paperback
by sewsummore
Cain Foster was a troubled teenager, the son a wealthy man, he grew into a troubled man who lived on the edge of danger and had a temper that was hard to control. As a teenage her found solace in learning the art of tattooing and found himself half owner of the business. Margot was now his partner after her father's death and their attraction to each other was as strong as ever. Cain now wealthy in his own right, offered his help when the business started to fail but their past attraction mean't that there was sparks of anger and lust there as well. This was a story of a man tormented by his past, unable to find meaning in his life and unwilling to commit his love for Margot, fearing his anger at life would destroy her in the end. I loved the deep emotion that was portrayed in this story, the sadness of a childhood and the tragic loss of a mother when she was needed the most. The drama of the ending proving love is what matters most.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
March 26, 2018
Broken mind, bodies and souls, thats what Cain and Margot are. Tattoos and the infuriating need they don't understand will be what brings the couldn't be a different pair back together after many years apart. What keeps them coming back for more? Trouble, Margot thinks Cain is nothing but trouble. He has a sexy bad boy, fight or flight written all over him. The problem is, all that she will hold dear rests on him and as much she wants to fight it... giving in to his charms is one temptation she'd like to have over and over, looks like she's in trouble herself.
Holy mother of H.O.T fiction!
That was a yummy guilty pleasure tease of; I hate you, I love you, let me slam you into a wall, desk; couch work it out kind of tale! Woo! Don't get me wrong it has some, witty humor, and heart hugging feels, some well-placed drama and light bulb awe I think I love you going on as well.
Excellent, strong characters that stood out, Cain cracked me up!
A sexed-up beast of romance I could not put down!
One I will be reading again soon!
Five sizzling Stars!
Holy mother of H.O.T fiction!
That was a yummy guilty pleasure tease of; I hate you, I love you, let me slam you into a wall, desk; couch work it out kind of tale! Woo! Don't get me wrong it has some, witty humor, and heart hugging feels, some well-placed drama and light bulb awe I think I love you going on as well.
Excellent, strong characters that stood out, Cain cracked me up!
A sexed-up beast of romance I could not put down!
One I will be reading again soon!
Five sizzling Stars!
April 11, 2018
I read this book as part of an arc program. I loved this book, I loved Cain. I thought he was the bad boy who needed love. I think Cain was in love with Margot his whole life. They grew up together and Cain learned to tattoo at Margot's father's tattoo shop. Then after his mother died, he disappeared, only to show up one day at the tattoo shop claiming to be part owner. Margot's father had died and she was trying to save the tattoo shop. When Cain tells her he is part owner, she is not impressed. Cain's father was partners with Margot's father and passed the business to Cain. Cain and Margot fight every time they get together and with a reality show about the tattoo shop on the line, they fight even more. Margot always felt something for Cain and thinks he is bad news. The more time they spend together, the more they can't fight their attraction. They have a very steamy relationship and don't want to admit their feelings. I loved this book, I thought Cain needed Margot to control his impulses and she needed him to come out of her shell. Another great one from Kira.
March 26, 2018
Ok, I wasn't expecting to like this.
Cain, bad boy extraordinaire, is so rough and impulsive and abrasive, with not a care to his name or reputation or anything and anyone. It was hard to get to like him at first. Margot, on the other hand, is almost as mercurial as him (though only about their relationship) but you know she's got a purpose in life. So yeah, it was slow going for me.
But then I got caught up in Cain, who was slowly finding his way and himself, and in Margot, found his north. Cheesy I know but it is what it is. Everything, every rush, every adrenaline-filled activity paled in comparison to Margot. Margot, in turn, didn't grow as much but finally did open herself to him and their love and all. This is probably the cheesiest review ever... but in the end, I was rooting for them.
Interesting book this is. And I'm actually surprised I like it given the slow start for me.
I received a copy of the book for my honest review.
Cain, bad boy extraordinaire, is so rough and impulsive and abrasive, with not a care to his name or reputation or anything and anyone. It was hard to get to like him at first. Margot, on the other hand, is almost as mercurial as him (though only about their relationship) but you know she's got a purpose in life. So yeah, it was slow going for me.
But then I got caught up in Cain, who was slowly finding his way and himself, and in Margot, found his north. Cheesy I know but it is what it is. Everything, every rush, every adrenaline-filled activity paled in comparison to Margot. Margot, in turn, didn't grow as much but finally did open herself to him and their love and all. This is probably the cheesiest review ever... but in the end, I was rooting for them.
Interesting book this is. And I'm actually surprised I like it given the slow start for me.
I received a copy of the book for my honest review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 26, 2018
Kira Blakely is an excellent author and has proven it once again with “Trouble”. This fun sexy romance involves Cain a wealthy, womanizing unhappy man and Margot the beautiful owner of a failing tattoo business. Cain must redeem himself after is naked fiasco at a charity gala. To prove he can be responsible he purchases his father's share of Margot's tattoo business making them partners. Cain and Margot have known each other since they were children and she has loved him since then. Cain also has feelings for Margot but they have a complicated relationship. With the tattoo business failing and Cain's out of control behavior they have a lot to overcome before they can have a second-chance at happiness. “Trouble” has an excellent plot, blazing hot chemistry, a bit of adventure and of course romance. One-click for an outstanding, entertaining romance.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 26, 2018
Another fantastic story from Kira that flows from page to page about a bad boy and we all love inked bad boys, your instantly drawn into the story and fall in love with Cain and Margot who have a combustible chemistry between them that is constantly ready to explode and when it does it makes you hot under the collar. Cain and Margot have had hidden passions for each other most of there lives and now they have to work together in the tattoo shop they have both inherited from Margots father, Simple!!!Cain needs to prove he is no longer the bad boy and is worthy of supporting his dead mothers charity that she set up and Margot just wants the tattoo shop to be successful. Can they work together and make it successful or will the love hate relationship interfere and get in the way and spoil things, read the book and find out you won't be disappointed. I was given this as an ARC from Booksprout in exchange for a voluntary honest review.
March 26, 2018
I loved this well written story with some hot sex scenes and with great characters : even if the story is simple, the characters aren't.
The characters are attracted to each other since they’re young, but they avoided too, disguising the attraction under hate.
When Cain wants to keep his mother’s charity, he needs to clean his image (too much alcohol and women), but after 6 months abroad, he comes back to Chicago, because he didn’t change anything.
His father gived him a part of a tatoo parlor. He has to share it with Margot who tries since she a teenager to avoid him. She wants to saves the business and she has accepted to be in a reality show. So they need to deal between their attraction, the tv show, the manipulations around them.
The story is mostly about the up and down of their relation, how they refuse to aknowledge their feelings, but it’s so well described, that I was there all along.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book
The characters are attracted to each other since they’re young, but they avoided too, disguising the attraction under hate.
When Cain wants to keep his mother’s charity, he needs to clean his image (too much alcohol and women), but after 6 months abroad, he comes back to Chicago, because he didn’t change anything.
His father gived him a part of a tatoo parlor. He has to share it with Margot who tries since she a teenager to avoid him. She wants to saves the business and she has accepted to be in a reality show. So they need to deal between their attraction, the tv show, the manipulations around them.
The story is mostly about the up and down of their relation, how they refuse to aknowledge their feelings, but it’s so well described, that I was there all along.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book
March 26, 2018
Margo and Cain have known each other since middle school and have had unacknowledge crushes on one another. Further, Cain's father is a silent partner in Margo's father's tattoo parlor. Even though Margot had not seen Cain for years, she leads him off the stage at a charity gala founded by ain's mother, where Cain found himself drunk and naked. Thus begins Cain's effort to fill the hole he feels in his heart since his mother's death while he was still in high school. His father helps by giving his 1/2 of the tattoo parlor that Margot has been running since her father's death. Cain is qualified to do tattoos; he apprenticed under Margot's father. But Cain is trouble and he continues to be! How can a rule follower like Margot get along with him? She must protect the business she depends upon to support her 70 year old mother and her 5 year old neice..Read the troubles these two go through to learn they love one another just like they are!
March 28, 2018
I received a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations for leaving this review. This review is being left voluntarily and any and all thoughts are my honest opinions on this book and the authors work. WOW...this book is trouble in the best possible way ;) What an opening chapter, talk about being dragged in and the author not letting your attention waver throughout this book. I was on the edge of my seat, wanting to read faster to find out what was going to happen next but reminding my self to slow down my reading and really savor this book. The use and combination of the words, sentences, paragraphs, to me was fabulous. The writing smooth and seamlessly portrayed. The characters development was given at a nice, solid pace. This book will go in my reread column, for sure. I had a book hangover and will gladly get one again from this wonderfully written story.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 30, 2018
rcvd an advanced reader copy from the author for giving my two cents. we meet Magot, owner of a tattoo parlour, who just recently lost her father. she is trying her hardest not to fall apart...she has her mother and niece counting on her. we meet Cain, reckless bad boy who needs to save his image to keep his mother's charity alive or hes out. so what does he do....buy part of Margots shop...unbeknownst to her. Margot is beside herself...who does he think he is...he is the only man shes ever wanted but hes trouble with a capital T. cain isn't happy when Margot is given a TV show about the parlour and voices his opinion but she don't care. he concedes and they start their adventure in Japan...bc he knows Margot is obsessed with everything Japanese. that trip takes their partnership to the next level...but is it worth all the hurt and trouble that can come along with it? will cain learn the word normal and will Margot let someone in?
March 25, 2018
I enjoyed Margot & Cain's story. Thrill seeker Cain has issues he seriously needs to get his behaviour under control or it's going to cost him his place in his mother's charity. Cain can be fun and sexy, while Margot has a ton of responsibilities, no interest in relationships, and trust issues with men. She'll do whatever she needs if it means saving the family's tattoo shop. As the part owner of Get Ink'd, is Cain going to be a help or a liability? I really enjoyed watching Cain work hard to “fill his hole” in ways to become a better man. His character was unpredictable & you never knew what he was going to do next. Margot knew exactly how to deal with him. They are the perfect odd couple. Enjoyed the secondary characters, the reality show aspect, the bit of tattoo subterfuge. Good read!
I received an arc of this book and have voluntarily reviewed it.
I received an arc of this book and have voluntarily reviewed it.
March 26, 2018
Cain Foster is a hot mess and charity work is the only thing that keeps him remotely sane. When Cain is given an ultimatum to clean up his act or else the charity will cut off all ties with him, he decides his father's tattoo shop Get Ink'd is his last chance. Tattoo artist Margot Reed is struggling after inheriting her father's tattoo shop Get Ink'd. Margot is hoping that landing a reality TV show gig will help business until Trouble in the form of Cain walks through the door and tells her he now owns half the shop. Cain and Margot grew up crushing on each other and they finally hook up but will Cain get his HEA with Margot or will he end up hurting her?
Kira Blakely delivers a funny, drama-filled and steamy story that's heartwarming
I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy of this book
Kira Blakely delivers a funny, drama-filled and steamy story that's heartwarming
I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy of this book
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