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Be for Me #3
Bared for Me
This is an alternative cover edition of the Kindle edition, ASIN B00KCXIDFE.
Danielle Hughes’ longstanding crush on Rocco St Clair has turned her into a virgin spinster ahead of her time. She needs to quit craving the impossible and get control of her life. But this time, running away has gotten her more than she bargained for...
When you owe a man everything, you don’t repay him by sleeping with his sister—no matter how much you might ache for it. Rocco St Clair owes Logan Hughes, so when Logan asks him to mind his runaway sister for the night, he can’t say no. It’s only one night, right?
But Danielle Hughes is temptation incarnate. Forced together in the one hotel room, she’s testing his resolve every innocent way she can. Rocco is determined not to break and take what’s forbidden.
But when control is broken, all will be bared.
Danielle Hughes’ longstanding crush on Rocco St Clair has turned her into a virgin spinster ahead of her time. She needs to quit craving the impossible and get control of her life. But this time, running away has gotten her more than she bargained for...
When you owe a man everything, you don’t repay him by sleeping with his sister—no matter how much you might ache for it. Rocco St Clair owes Logan Hughes, so when Logan asks him to mind his runaway sister for the night, he can’t say no. It’s only one night, right?
But Danielle Hughes is temptation incarnate. Forced together in the one hotel room, she’s testing his resolve every innocent way she can. Rocco is determined not to break and take what’s forbidden.
But when control is broken, all will be bared.
119 pages, ebook
First published May 14, 2014
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Natalie Anderson
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Natalie Anderson is a USA TODAY bestselling author. She writes emotional contemporary romances full of sparkling banter, sizzling heat and uplifting endings—perfect for readers who love to escape with everyday empowered heroines and arrogant alphas who are too sexy for their own good.
With over five million books sold, her stories are translated into more than a dozen languages, she’s been a Romantic Times Award nominee and a finalist for the R*BY (Romantic Book of the Year).
When she’s not writing, you’ll find her wrangling her four fab kids, walking Alfie, the mini schnauzer and laughing with her husband at the end of the day–unless they’ve taken Romeo, the Campervan for a spin. She lives in Christchurch, New Zealand.
Natalie Anderson is a USA TODAY bestselling author. She writes emotional contemporary romances full of sparkling banter, sizzling heat and uplifting endings—perfect for readers who love to escape with everyday empowered heroines and arrogant alphas who are too sexy for their own good.
With over five million books sold, her stories are translated into more than a dozen languages, she’s been a Romantic Times Award nominee and a finalist for the R*BY (Romantic Book of the Year).
When she’s not writing, you’ll find her wrangling her four fab kids, walking Alfie, the mini schnauzer and laughing with her husband at the end of the day–unless they’ve taken Romeo, the Campervan for a spin. She lives in Christchurch, New Zealand.
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September 17, 2015
Rocco & Dani
Dani has had a crush on Rocco since she was a little girl.
Rocco has wanted Dani for longer than he should ever admit.
Dani wants out of her father’s grip. Dani runs from her college and does not look back. She runs to her brother Logan thinking he will understand. But when Logan wants her to return to school and does not care what she wants to do with her life she is on the run again. Rocco is sent by Logan to keep an eye on her.
Rocco knows that it is wrong to want to be with his best friends little sister. But he can only fight his feelings for so long. With Dani occupying his space at the hotel it is hard to resist her. Especially after her confession of crushing on him for so long and wanting him to be her first.
Rocco can’t believe he has to fight these feelings. But when he rejects Dani and she tries to run again, he has no choice but to tell her the truth about his feelings. Hopefully the risk of her brothers friendship will be worth the reward of Dani.
When Logan learns the truth of their relationship his reaction is not what either Dani or Rocco expected.
Rating: 3 ½ Stars
Dani has had a crush on Rocco since she was a little girl.
Rocco has wanted Dani for longer than he should ever admit.
Dani wants out of her father’s grip. Dani runs from her college and does not look back. She runs to her brother Logan thinking he will understand. But when Logan wants her to return to school and does not care what she wants to do with her life she is on the run again. Rocco is sent by Logan to keep an eye on her.
Rocco knows that it is wrong to want to be with his best friends little sister. But he can only fight his feelings for so long. With Dani occupying his space at the hotel it is hard to resist her. Especially after her confession of crushing on him for so long and wanting him to be her first.
Rocco can’t believe he has to fight these feelings. But when he rejects Dani and she tries to run again, he has no choice but to tell her the truth about his feelings. Hopefully the risk of her brothers friendship will be worth the reward of Dani.
When Logan learns the truth of their relationship his reaction is not what either Dani or Rocco expected.
Rating: 3 ½ Stars
December 24, 2017
abrupt ending :(
May 16, 2014
Danielle Hughes is facing a life altering decision and also one made in the spur of the moment when she walks out of her family home and sets out to make it on her own.
Thinking her bad ass defy everyone brother, Logan, will help her out she learns the hard way that Mr Big Bad Bro ain't prepared to help her one bit, instead he kicks her out of his apartment after one heck of an argument.
Being grown up enough to know she can somehow make it on her own without her parents or ' I won't help you' brother she stalks off out into the night.
She does not count on her brother's best friend make my knees go weak Rocco St Clare being the one to come after. Danielle has from the first moment she laid eyes on Rocco been head over heals in love with the man, so much so that this virgin is now a spinster for life and no other man will ever get close to the fantasy of being in Rocco's arms. Only Rocco owes Danielle's brother for saving his life when he needed it the most, and every guy will tell you that you don't go sleeping with the guy's baby sister as a thank you. But when Danielle and Rocco get trapped together for the night Danielle recons it's time to claim the man she wants so badly , all she has to do is get him naked and the rest will be red hot history.
I was head over heals in love with this read and the characters from the start. Danielle 's 'Maybe people will leave me alone if I act like a spoiled brat, yet I don't want to be that kind of girl, because I believe in making it on my own' personality was wonderful and very refreshing from the sometimes found too many times little rich girl wanting to only play type.
Rocco aside from being one of the sexiest men on paper EVER, was such a 'break my heart' character that I truly broke down in tears a number of times for this man and the hurt he bottles up inside. I loved, loved how the author slowly but surly let his past fade in and out of the book to ultimately give me the full look into his past.
From the character of Danielle I am taking away a message that you always need to remember to have courage to fight for what is yours, don't back down. If you've worked for it, you've earned it and letting it go will only make you feel worthless, stand your ground don't ever run away. From the character of Rocco am taking away that once we lose someone or something it does not mean it will happen again. Yes there is the risk but, without taking the risk you'll end up never knowing at all so why not go ahead and find out, you only live once.
I highly recommend this read for anyone and everyone that loves a super hot, sexy romance ! Natalie Anderson gave the read her signature sexier than sin heat levels blended with a super packing a heck of a punch emotion, that will definitely leave you begging for more.
5/5 star review
" To bare his soul, she'll need to bare her body"
Thinking her bad ass defy everyone brother, Logan, will help her out she learns the hard way that Mr Big Bad Bro ain't prepared to help her one bit, instead he kicks her out of his apartment after one heck of an argument.
Being grown up enough to know she can somehow make it on her own without her parents or ' I won't help you' brother she stalks off out into the night.
She does not count on her brother's best friend make my knees go weak Rocco St Clare being the one to come after. Danielle has from the first moment she laid eyes on Rocco been head over heals in love with the man, so much so that this virgin is now a spinster for life and no other man will ever get close to the fantasy of being in Rocco's arms. Only Rocco owes Danielle's brother for saving his life when he needed it the most, and every guy will tell you that you don't go sleeping with the guy's baby sister as a thank you. But when Danielle and Rocco get trapped together for the night Danielle recons it's time to claim the man she wants so badly , all she has to do is get him naked and the rest will be red hot history.
I was head over heals in love with this read and the characters from the start. Danielle 's 'Maybe people will leave me alone if I act like a spoiled brat, yet I don't want to be that kind of girl, because I believe in making it on my own' personality was wonderful and very refreshing from the sometimes found too many times little rich girl wanting to only play type.
Rocco aside from being one of the sexiest men on paper EVER, was such a 'break my heart' character that I truly broke down in tears a number of times for this man and the hurt he bottles up inside. I loved, loved how the author slowly but surly let his past fade in and out of the book to ultimately give me the full look into his past.
From the character of Danielle I am taking away a message that you always need to remember to have courage to fight for what is yours, don't back down. If you've worked for it, you've earned it and letting it go will only make you feel worthless, stand your ground don't ever run away. From the character of Rocco am taking away that once we lose someone or something it does not mean it will happen again. Yes there is the risk but, without taking the risk you'll end up never knowing at all so why not go ahead and find out, you only live once.
I highly recommend this read for anyone and everyone that loves a super hot, sexy romance ! Natalie Anderson gave the read her signature sexier than sin heat levels blended with a super packing a heck of a punch emotion, that will definitely leave you begging for more.
5/5 star review
" To bare his soul, she'll need to bare her body"
May 29, 2014
"Bared for me" by Natalie Anderson is a Hot, sexy story that mixes old fashioned romance and modern romance. Dani has been in love/lust with her brother's friend Rocco for as long as she could remember. She has learned to not show her feelings and also when things get tough she runs away from the issues. This is how the story starts. She ran away from school and from being under her families control.
Rocco is asked to watch out for Dani by her brothers after the family has her funds frozen so that she is forced to go back home. The first night she is taken to his hotel and they are fighting the feelings that are sparking between them. Who knew that his best friend's sister was also a beautiful woman. He wasn't supposed to think about that, right? She is off limits. That is what Rocco tells himself.
Being with each other they begin talking about their lives and find out that they have some similarities and more in common than they knew. I'd love to tell you more but that would give away too much of the story. If you are a romance reader you will love this story. 5 out of 5 stars.
Rocco is asked to watch out for Dani by her brothers after the family has her funds frozen so that she is forced to go back home. The first night she is taken to his hotel and they are fighting the feelings that are sparking between them. Who knew that his best friend's sister was also a beautiful woman. He wasn't supposed to think about that, right? She is off limits. That is what Rocco tells himself.
Being with each other they begin talking about their lives and find out that they have some similarities and more in common than they knew. I'd love to tell you more but that would give away too much of the story. If you are a romance reader you will love this story. 5 out of 5 stars.
June 12, 2020
3.5 stars
May 19, 2019
They are a great match. Lovely to read about blossoming love, repressed for years but eventually bursting forth. Very likeable characters who find their equilibrium in each other's sexual attraction and love. There is nothing better than when soul mates find each other.
December 15, 2017
Really enjoyed this short story. I feel that the author could have developed the story further though.
February 23, 2017
Where to start. Best friends sister/brother is my favorite trope. To me this book was almost brilliant. But alas it was too short. It had everything needed. A swoony brooding full of heart amazing hero. A complicated h. I could of read another 50 pages. I wanted to see them actually be a couple, be happy, see her redeem herself for being flighty, stand by his side against his family. It just........ended. Vast disappointment for that. It makes me nervous about reading the series as well since I started here in the middle.
The whole book was a near perfect trope. Of which I'll give 5 stars, but I'd really like to know why the author just quit on this couple, she had everything in place to make an epic second half run. So, read at your own risk, although I did enjoy it.
The whole book was a near perfect trope. Of which I'll give 5 stars, but I'd really like to know why the author just quit on this couple, she had everything in place to make an epic second half run. So, read at your own risk, although I did enjoy it.
June 12, 2014
2.5 stars. I have to admit I was a bit confused in the beginning of this book. I read Breathe for Me (book 1) a year ago so I don't really remember much about the secondary characters, but I felt I was missing a big piece of the story right from page 1. I see on GR that this is book 3, but book 2 hasn't been released yet (at the time of this review) and I can't help but think I would have looked on this book more favourably if I had read a book in between.
The writing style was just as good as the first book, but I felt the story was rushed. I understood the connection between Rocco and Dani, but there wasn't any time to explore it. Dani came across as young and a bit flighty, and her brother Logan was a douche. Maybe if there was 100 more pages the relationship could have been fleshed out. I can't say I am endeared to read Logan's story which is such a disappointment since Breathe for Me was a sexy, fun filled 5 star read for me.
The writing style was just as good as the first book, but I felt the story was rushed. I understood the connection between Rocco and Dani, but there wasn't any time to explore it. Dani came across as young and a bit flighty, and her brother Logan was a douche. Maybe if there was 100 more pages the relationship could have been fleshed out. I can't say I am endeared to read Logan's story which is such a disappointment since Breathe for Me was a sexy, fun filled 5 star read for me.
November 6, 2014
This review is of for all three books since oK bought them that way. Good read with good characters in a brilliant story of friends and falling in love. Hot guys who come from homes were they aren't wanted for themselves, but for how the appearance of a happy family should look. Trust, love, imperfection, hot hot love scenes, friends and broken families lead to a great read at a great price!! Logan, Hunter, Rocco, Xander and Conner are good friends/family who stand by each other no matter what and each of their stories are good. Conner's story is next , but sadly I won't pay the same for a 91page book as I did for these first three as a bundle. Novellas are the devil!! I wish authors would understand that most of us readers like full length books!!! This has HEA & conclusion but would have liked to continue reading about these friends.. :(.
June 16, 2014
Omg loved it
I loved this story. I already knew some background because I read the first book but you really didn't have too. This book also explains why Rocco is the way he is. I love how the author describes the characters they just all happened to be hot and smart. Danielle the poor thing raised surrounded by her brothers and one dick of a father. She is sent to boarding school, determined to make it on her own she runs away . She wants to live by her rules and not always being told what to study, what to do. Of course, she is caught by Rocco her two brother's best friend. The guy she has always had a crush on. What will become of the one night they have together? Sorry you have to read the book I promise you won't stop.
I loved this story. I already knew some background because I read the first book but you really didn't have too. This book also explains why Rocco is the way he is. I love how the author describes the characters they just all happened to be hot and smart. Danielle the poor thing raised surrounded by her brothers and one dick of a father. She is sent to boarding school, determined to make it on her own she runs away . She wants to live by her rules and not always being told what to study, what to do. Of course, she is caught by Rocco her two brother's best friend. The guy she has always had a crush on. What will become of the one night they have together? Sorry you have to read the book I promise you won't stop.
April 17, 2017
It was actually a very nice plot considering my obssession with her brother's bestfriend love story. I know most would say it's cliche, very common but I really love the forbidden thing about that kind of story. Well, what happen in this story is that there's not much that happened. It was too short to the point that I can't say if it's a story at all. He didn't even demanded and obtained the security of Dani's photos! It all happened too fast. It feels like I missed half of the story that obviously didn't exists.
July 11, 2014
I loved the idea for this story, however the story felt rushed and incomplete. I wanted to see more in Rocco and Dani's relationship. I wanted to see more with Rocco and his mother. I also wanted to see more of Dani's backstory, perhaps how lonely and isolated she really was. This story had the potential for 5 stars if it was expanded on.
June 3, 2014
Not as good as the first in this series. There were several mistakes in the writing. On one occasion Dani calls her lover by her brothers name. But I thought the writing of Rocco was good. He comes across as a very old soul and not like every other bad boy out there so that alone warranted three stars.
June 11, 2014
3 ~ 3.5 stars
Because of the short length we don't get a whole lot of plot or character development. I think if the author would've taken the time to further their story it would've helped a lot more. I can't say I liked the MCs because we only get to see the annoying parts especially for Danielle.
Because of the short length we don't get a whole lot of plot or character development. I think if the author would've taken the time to further their story it would've helped a lot more. I can't say I liked the MCs because we only get to see the annoying parts especially for Danielle.
June 16, 2015
3.5 stars
I really like this series, but I just felt this story was lacking in the story part. There was not enough depth for all the angst in it. LOVED that smouldering hot sexy scenes tho, those were great. I feel like I missed out on learning more about Rocco and that is just unfortunate as I really liked learning about Chelsea and Xander is the first book.
I really like this series, but I just felt this story was lacking in the story part. There was not enough depth for all the angst in it. LOVED that smouldering hot sexy scenes tho, those were great. I feel like I missed out on learning more about Rocco and that is just unfortunate as I really liked learning about Chelsea and Xander is the first book.
June 8, 2014
Bared for Me by Natalie Anderson
Danielle Hughes’ longstanding crush on Rocco St Clair has turned her into a virgin spinster. After a argument with her father she runs to her brother who has problems of his own and isn't ready to her hers. He asks St Clair to look after her.
Danielle Hughes’ longstanding crush on Rocco St Clair has turned her into a virgin spinster. After a argument with her father she runs to her brother who has problems of his own and isn't ready to her hers. He asks St Clair to look after her.
June 6, 2014
Love it
June 28, 2014
This is simply a wonderful love story...
Really liked their talks....their confessions....everything...
Really liked their talks....their confessions....everything...
June 10, 2014
Love this series! I think I have a crush on Rocco too. Another fab read from Natalie Anderson.
July 1, 2014
You can feel the burn from the chemistry of the characters. Sexy, witty, novel that you must read!
July 10, 2014
Really good just short and no epilogue....
November 21, 2014
Another I loved!! Looking forward to hunters installment in feb!!
December 31, 2019
3.5 stars.
January 25, 2015
I've always like men chasing the girl when they know they're wrong. :)
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March 24, 2015Love this author, so I try to read everything I can find by her. I read this series out of order, but nonetheless, I will enjoy it. Nice story!
June 10, 2014
3,5 stars
September 12, 2016
Loved this book!
March 28, 2017
An intense, steamy novella.
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