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The Zodiac Lovers #8
Leo: Mr. Boss
PLEASE NOTE: This book contains adult content.
Lazarist Zander is the wrong man to cross...
He is passionate about business, family, and money, and he always plays to win. As the owner of ‘Fallen Angel’, one of the most popular eclectic clubs in Brooklyn, NY he strives to work hard and play harder. He has all a man could ever want—success, women, luxury—or so he thinks, until he meets Sky...
For Sky Jordan, teaching dance and doing choreography is her life, and she works hard at being the best at what she does. After all, the competition in the Big Apple is fierce. Growing up, she was sheltered from the cruel world by an overprotective and loving father. Now, she knows what it’s going to take for her to succeed and protect herself. A messy, complicated relationship isn’t in her plans, but after a chance meeting with Lazarist, she realizes the man is deaf to rejection, treating it as a foreign language he refuses to learn. The last thing Sky has time for is another arrogant, pompous, pretty boy professing to offer her the world on a platter, then delivering zilch.
However, Lazarist is persistent and addicted to the chase.
And the little pussy cat named Sky is smack dab in the middle of his radar...
What begins as a game of cat and mouse turns into an all-out, passionate love affair that neither anticipated.
The heat at times is too hot to handle...
Can Lazarist put his ego and pride aside and truly love a woman with all of his being?
Can Sky ever trust again after dealing with the cruelty of past love, and so much more?
Read “Leo – Mr. Boss” to find out!
Lazarist Zander is the wrong man to cross...
He is passionate about business, family, and money, and he always plays to win. As the owner of ‘Fallen Angel’, one of the most popular eclectic clubs in Brooklyn, NY he strives to work hard and play harder. He has all a man could ever want—success, women, luxury—or so he thinks, until he meets Sky...
For Sky Jordan, teaching dance and doing choreography is her life, and she works hard at being the best at what she does. After all, the competition in the Big Apple is fierce. Growing up, she was sheltered from the cruel world by an overprotective and loving father. Now, she knows what it’s going to take for her to succeed and protect herself. A messy, complicated relationship isn’t in her plans, but after a chance meeting with Lazarist, she realizes the man is deaf to rejection, treating it as a foreign language he refuses to learn. The last thing Sky has time for is another arrogant, pompous, pretty boy professing to offer her the world on a platter, then delivering zilch.
However, Lazarist is persistent and addicted to the chase.
And the little pussy cat named Sky is smack dab in the middle of his radar...
What begins as a game of cat and mouse turns into an all-out, passionate love affair that neither anticipated.
The heat at times is too hot to handle...
Can Lazarist put his ego and pride aside and truly love a woman with all of his being?
Can Sky ever trust again after dealing with the cruelty of past love, and so much more?
Read “Leo – Mr. Boss” to find out!
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First published August 16, 2018
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About the author
Tiana Laveen
98 books510 followersTiana Laveen was born in Cincinnati, Ohio. She moved away, and now lives inside of her mind, but her heart is occupied with her husband, two children, and twisted imagination. She enjoys a fulfilling and enriching life that includes writing books, public speaking, drawing, painting, listening to music, cooking, and spending time with loved ones.
Tiana Laveen is a uniquely creative and innovative author whose romance fiction is geared towards those who not only want to temporarily escape from the daily routines of life, but also became pleasantly caught up in the twisted, well developed journeys of her unique characters. Tiana creates a painting with words as she guides her reader into the lives of each and every main character. Her dedication to detail and staying true to her characters is evident in each novel that she writes.
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August 17, 2018
Just when you thought this series couldn’t get any better...
Let me just start off by saying that I love Lazarist! He is my favorite type of hero, smart, sexy and a bit of an a-hole. More than a bit of an a-hole!
And Sky is his perfect counterbalance. She met him where his was, never once tried to change him and had him a bit discombobulated at the start because she was so different from the women he’d been used to dealing with.
This story is sultry, gritty and at times painful. It takes you behind the velvet rope, past the red curtain and lets you see that all that glitters isn’t gold. We all have issues, family dysfunction and past mistakes that we don’t want to see the light of day. Lazarist and Sky are no different. But with the help and love of each other and a few good friends, the pair reach their happily ever after.
Let me just start off by saying that I love Lazarist! He is my favorite type of hero, smart, sexy and a bit of an a-hole. More than a bit of an a-hole!
And Sky is his perfect counterbalance. She met him where his was, never once tried to change him and had him a bit discombobulated at the start because she was so different from the women he’d been used to dealing with.
This story is sultry, gritty and at times painful. It takes you behind the velvet rope, past the red curtain and lets you see that all that glitters isn’t gold. We all have issues, family dysfunction and past mistakes that we don’t want to see the light of day. Lazarist and Sky are no different. But with the help and love of each other and a few good friends, the pair reach their happily ever after.
September 6, 2018
I Love love love Lazarist. Boy is he hot and alpha. It's amazing how love can change you. I was happy to read that Gio and Lazarist are friends. I'm hoping there is a book on Dom. Lol hopefully he falls under my zodiac sign Libra
August 24, 2018
Laz the confident lion
Laz had me cracking up once he met Sky. I think their first date was perfect. I love how she treated him. He didn’t know what hit him. Leo men are hard to please. The author did an amazing job displaying the traits of a Leo man. I loved it. I was curious when Sky’s birthday was. All and all Sky was just the woman he needed.
Laz had me cracking up once he met Sky. I think their first date was perfect. I love how she treated him. He didn’t know what hit him. Leo men are hard to please. The author did an amazing job displaying the traits of a Leo man. I loved it. I was curious when Sky’s birthday was. All and all Sky was just the woman he needed.
August 19, 2018
He stalked the prey....
...captured the prey, bedded the prey, fell in love with the prey and married the prey. Lazarist Zander was an egotistical, controlling alpha male with a big heart. That heart had been not only hurt but smashed and he built a wall and turned cold in self defense against ever falling in love again. When he first laid eyes on the dancer Sky Jordan, in his night club Fallen Angel, he had to at least say hello and try to take her home for a one night stand. But he was not expecting that Sky was not a willing participant and made him work for a relationship with her. He neer got turned down by a woman. She was not going to just fall in bed with him no matter how much she wanted to, on advice from one of her best friends Scarlet. All it took was for one time with Sky submitting and he found himself doing the one thing he vowed he would never do again.
Sky had been hurt in the past and she was focusing on her dancing career and was not looking for love either, but it snuck up on her and bit her in the form of Lazarist Zander. Being a woman of intelligence and good common since, she was able to get Laz to open his most inner thoughts and heart to her. She gave him the support he needed to finally have closure with his father and deal with the antics of his ex wife Mimi. He was determined not to let the one chance at true and real love get away.
Tiana wrote a wonderful story about a man, who on the outside appeared to have everything going for him, but inside, he was a mess. He'd built a wall around his heart that only one person could crumble and that woman was Sky. She wanted him for him and not because of his looks, his property or his money and he loved that about her. It was the first time in a very long time he truly felt loved by someone other than his family. Let's not talk about Sky's friend Scarlet. That girl is a trip. I can see a spin off book about she and Dom. I hope I'm right because I can see the chemistry with their first meeting. Good job as always Tiana.
...captured the prey, bedded the prey, fell in love with the prey and married the prey. Lazarist Zander was an egotistical, controlling alpha male with a big heart. That heart had been not only hurt but smashed and he built a wall and turned cold in self defense against ever falling in love again. When he first laid eyes on the dancer Sky Jordan, in his night club Fallen Angel, he had to at least say hello and try to take her home for a one night stand. But he was not expecting that Sky was not a willing participant and made him work for a relationship with her. He neer got turned down by a woman. She was not going to just fall in bed with him no matter how much she wanted to, on advice from one of her best friends Scarlet. All it took was for one time with Sky submitting and he found himself doing the one thing he vowed he would never do again.
Sky had been hurt in the past and she was focusing on her dancing career and was not looking for love either, but it snuck up on her and bit her in the form of Lazarist Zander. Being a woman of intelligence and good common since, she was able to get Laz to open his most inner thoughts and heart to her. She gave him the support he needed to finally have closure with his father and deal with the antics of his ex wife Mimi. He was determined not to let the one chance at true and real love get away.
Tiana wrote a wonderful story about a man, who on the outside appeared to have everything going for him, but inside, he was a mess. He'd built a wall around his heart that only one person could crumble and that woman was Sky. She wanted him for him and not because of his looks, his property or his money and he loved that about her. It was the first time in a very long time he truly felt loved by someone other than his family. Let's not talk about Sky's friend Scarlet. That girl is a trip. I can see a spin off book about she and Dom. I hope I'm right because I can see the chemistry with their first meeting. Good job as always Tiana.
August 23, 2018
What I waited for
Each one in this series but not a series gets better. I'm a Leo, so I was waiting on this one and I wasn't disappointed. I was a little skeptical about this book when I initially started reading it. Laz threw me for a loop and put me off for a minute and then I had to laugh bc it was actually like looking at myself. It was amazing the traits and characteristics that fictional charater had that were so like my own. It was like wow. I felt Laz. For so long I was so cold and then I had my son and my heart thawed. I'm still waiting for my King. It will happen. No rush. I loved Sky. She was a wonderful mix of sugar and spice. They blended well. I loved Laz's loyalty. Above all else I value loyalty; that speaks a lot about ones character. This book was awesome and I was sad when it came to an end. I wanted more Laz and Sky. This was a beautifully written story and I loved the vulnerable side of Laz. I smiled and laughed a lot bc his vulnerable side and personality reminded me of myself. Me and my sister often joke about me being a proper, cry baby, gangster with a phone sex voice and social worker mannerisms who ocassionally acts like Karen from thr show Will and Grace-lol. Go figure. None of that blends yet it all comes together to make me. Kind of like Laz, a wonderful blend of all things that shouldn't be but somehow manage to go together. I don't know how TL did it but she nailed Mr. Boss, Laz the Lion. This was a great story. Now, I'm ready for the next one. I have read every sign but Taurus. I purchased that one but for some reason I haven't read it yet but I will eventually. Anywho, I hope Scarlet gets her "bag" and Dom runs her down and gives her what she's been missing, a good man to love her through the pain. If that is a story, it is gonna be a good one. Dnt keep us waiting too long for the next sign. And please write about Scarlet, she deserves her own story. And thanks TL for entertaining me. This book is highly recommended.
Each one in this series but not a series gets better. I'm a Leo, so I was waiting on this one and I wasn't disappointed. I was a little skeptical about this book when I initially started reading it. Laz threw me for a loop and put me off for a minute and then I had to laugh bc it was actually like looking at myself. It was amazing the traits and characteristics that fictional charater had that were so like my own. It was like wow. I felt Laz. For so long I was so cold and then I had my son and my heart thawed. I'm still waiting for my King. It will happen. No rush. I loved Sky. She was a wonderful mix of sugar and spice. They blended well. I loved Laz's loyalty. Above all else I value loyalty; that speaks a lot about ones character. This book was awesome and I was sad when it came to an end. I wanted more Laz and Sky. This was a beautifully written story and I loved the vulnerable side of Laz. I smiled and laughed a lot bc his vulnerable side and personality reminded me of myself. Me and my sister often joke about me being a proper, cry baby, gangster with a phone sex voice and social worker mannerisms who ocassionally acts like Karen from thr show Will and Grace-lol. Go figure. None of that blends yet it all comes together to make me. Kind of like Laz, a wonderful blend of all things that shouldn't be but somehow manage to go together. I don't know how TL did it but she nailed Mr. Boss, Laz the Lion. This was a great story. Now, I'm ready for the next one. I have read every sign but Taurus. I purchased that one but for some reason I haven't read it yet but I will eventually. Anywho, I hope Scarlet gets her "bag" and Dom runs her down and gives her what she's been missing, a good man to love her through the pain. If that is a story, it is gonna be a good one. Dnt keep us waiting too long for the next sign. And please write about Scarlet, she deserves her own story. And thanks TL for entertaining me. This book is highly recommended.
September 4, 2018
The hunt is on!
The Zodiac Lovers Series just keeps getting better and better! With pansophic talent, masterful mirth and sexual fiending, Tiana Laveen gives us another scintillating story.
Some call him an arrogant jerk but Lazarist Zander is really a lover who’s had his share of disappointments, especially with love; making him a force of nature. He’s got the hottest eclectic club in Brooklyn, an overflowing bank account and more women than he can count. He loves women, but is determined not to get his heart broken again. He’s content with the occasional ‘on call’, ‘no strings attached’ bootie to take the edge off. That is until the most beautiful woman he’s ever seen walks into the club.
Sky Jordan is just living her dream as a dance choreographer and hanging with her girls. Love is not on the list. But she catches the eye of the sexy club owner and he’s not taking no for an answer.
Let the games begin because the hunt is on, and the hunter will get his prey!
The Zodiac Lovers Series just keeps getting better and better! With pansophic talent, masterful mirth and sexual fiending, Tiana Laveen gives us another scintillating story.
Some call him an arrogant jerk but Lazarist Zander is really a lover who’s had his share of disappointments, especially with love; making him a force of nature. He’s got the hottest eclectic club in Brooklyn, an overflowing bank account and more women than he can count. He loves women, but is determined not to get his heart broken again. He’s content with the occasional ‘on call’, ‘no strings attached’ bootie to take the edge off. That is until the most beautiful woman he’s ever seen walks into the club.
Sky Jordan is just living her dream as a dance choreographer and hanging with her girls. Love is not on the list. But she catches the eye of the sexy club owner and he’s not taking no for an answer.
Let the games begin because the hunt is on, and the hunter will get his prey!
August 20, 2018
Love 💘 it!
Sky tamed the beast. Lazarist is straightforward and don't back down from anyone except his father. I don't know what I would have done in that situation. I'm all about respect but I couldn't have held my tongue in that scene when his father decided to make a late night 🌙 visit. But in the end I understood where he was coming from. His father needed help. Sky didn't have time for games, she knew what was going to happen. Lazarist was going to love her before they took it to the next level. Love her. Ms. Laveen has done well.
Sky tamed the beast. Lazarist is straightforward and don't back down from anyone except his father. I don't know what I would have done in that situation. I'm all about respect but I couldn't have held my tongue in that scene when his father decided to make a late night 🌙 visit. But in the end I understood where he was coming from. His father needed help. Sky didn't have time for games, she knew what was going to happen. Lazarist was going to love her before they took it to the next level. Love her. Ms. Laveen has done well.
December 27, 2018
A Very Good and Sensual Interracial Romantic Comedy
Leo - Mr. Boss: The 12 Signs of Love ( The Zodiac Lovers Series Book 8) is a very good and sensual interracial romantic comedy that earned a rating of five stars. Lazarus Zander saw Sky walk in his club made it his priority to meet her and to get to know her. He had to overcome a lot of obstacles to get her love. I enjoyed reading this book and found it to be very humorous and entertaining. I would recommend it to everyone who enjoys reading very good romantic comedies.
Leo - Mr. Boss: The 12 Signs of Love ( The Zodiac Lovers Series Book 8) is a very good and sensual interracial romantic comedy that earned a rating of five stars. Lazarus Zander saw Sky walk in his club made it his priority to meet her and to get to know her. He had to overcome a lot of obstacles to get her love. I enjoyed reading this book and found it to be very humorous and entertaining. I would recommend it to everyone who enjoys reading very good romantic comedies.
August 18, 2018
Oops! She did it again.
Another homerun in the Zodiac Series. What I truly loved about this one, was how both characters were unapologetically themselves, and they didn't try to change each other. Instead of running when things got tough, they talked it out like adults, and it only drew them closer. I cant wait for the next one.
Another homerun in the Zodiac Series. What I truly loved about this one, was how both characters were unapologetically themselves, and they didn't try to change each other. Instead of running when things got tough, they talked it out like adults, and it only drew them closer. I cant wait for the next one.
September 15, 2018
I was left with a few questions
My nosey nature left me with a few questions.....like what happened with her friend and his friend after the reception? What ever happened to his ex wife ? Did he do ish paying her money till the end of the year? Just little nit picky stuff like that
My nosey nature left me with a few questions.....like what happened with her friend and his friend after the reception? What ever happened to his ex wife ? Did he do ish paying her money till the end of the year? Just little nit picky stuff like that
July 16, 2020
Laz & Sky...
This is my third book by Tiana, and none have disappointed. Laz was a self made millionaire, Sky was a dance instructor/choreographer. The met by chance at his club, they dated, fell in love. It wasn't a easy nor hard relationship and they had some setbacks but they prevailed.
This is my third book by Tiana, and none have disappointed. Laz was a self made millionaire, Sky was a dance instructor/choreographer. The met by chance at his club, they dated, fell in love. It wasn't a easy nor hard relationship and they had some setbacks but they prevailed.
August 21, 2018
Ausome
I chose that rating , because this book is ausome.. the book shows people are not perfect, but they still can work on there flaws and they too deserve love. Also just because you had it bad, don't mean you have to keep it going and not make something of yourself
I chose that rating , because this book is ausome.. the book shows people are not perfect, but they still can work on there flaws and they too deserve love. Also just because you had it bad, don't mean you have to keep it going and not make something of yourself
August 27, 2018
Soo good
This was really good. I gravitated towards the twins because I am a Gemini. I thought that story was excellent. This was better, it was funny and emotional and just plain good to read.
This was really good. I gravitated towards the twins because I am a Gemini. I thought that story was excellent. This was better, it was funny and emotional and just plain good to read.
September 4, 2018
Loved it!!
I'm loving this series! I think each book get better and better. I loved Laz and Sky, though. She made him change some rules and fall In love with her, loved it!! Good book and I can't wait for the next book in the series!!
I'm loving this series! I think each book get better and better. I loved Laz and Sky, though. She made him change some rules and fall In love with her, loved it!! Good book and I can't wait for the next book in the series!!
September 6, 2018
I love these books!
As usual I didn’t liked the man. But the man. He is pushy and domineering. But you always make me love them by the end. I also love the brief Saint reference! I hope you include Laz and Sky is the next Saint book.
As usual I didn’t liked the man. But the man. He is pushy and domineering. But you always make me love them by the end. I also love the brief Saint reference! I hope you include Laz and Sky is the next Saint book.
February 6, 2019
Sweet love
This really highlighted how the people around can have an effect on a person. Also pressed the fact that everyone regardless of circumstance, are responsible for their choices. As well as self love and acceptance is crucial to survive.
This really highlighted how the people around can have an effect on a person. Also pressed the fact that everyone regardless of circumstance, are responsible for their choices. As well as self love and acceptance is crucial to survive.
August 24, 2018
Linda Christiani
I love this series each story is uniquely different and always a great read got me looking for more than twelve months smh!!!
I love this series each story is uniquely different and always a great read got me looking for more than twelve months smh!!!
September 4, 2018
Damn!!!!!
What a man!!!!! This is my favorite story!!! Thanks Tiana for a great love story and music. Alexa played every song mentioned in this book which was a treat.
What a man!!!!! This is my favorite story!!! Thanks Tiana for a great love story and music. Alexa played every song mentioned in this book which was a treat.
September 24, 2018
Loved it
I love everything you've written thus far. Please keep it up! I'm waiting for Virgo. I know it will be just as thrilling as the others.
I love everything you've written thus far. Please keep it up! I'm waiting for Virgo. I know it will be just as thrilling as the others.
September 23, 2020
Another hit!
Lax and Sky's love story was great. Character development, angst, sexual chemistry, and that pesky ex made this story good.
Lax and Sky's love story was great. Character development, angst, sexual chemistry, and that pesky ex made this story good.
September 2, 2018
Loved it
Another fantastic read, I love the characters as usual. Lazarist was a really complex man with serious baggage, Sky was just the woman for him. This story touched on many issues, mental health,drug addiction with sensitivity. The supporting cast of characters are an interesting bunch, especially Scarlett. Looking forward to the next book.
Another fantastic read, I love the characters as usual. Lazarist was a really complex man with serious baggage, Sky was just the woman for him. This story touched on many issues, mental health,drug addiction with sensitivity. The supporting cast of characters are an interesting bunch, especially Scarlett. Looking forward to the next book.
June 9, 2019
Loving Leo
Omg Laz! I absolutely loved him. I laughed out loud several times. Yet very hot. The story pulled me in and I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to have the whole zodiac series. Oh and please let Scarlet get her bag. I love her!!!!
Omg Laz! I absolutely loved him. I laughed out loud several times. Yet very hot. The story pulled me in and I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to have the whole zodiac series. Oh and please let Scarlet get her bag. I love her!!!!
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