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The First Time
A Romance Collection
She's my best friend's kid sister. She's off limits. But there's no way in hell another guy is going to be her first.
Piper is the one woman I can't have. And the only woman I want.
Those big blue eyes, those sweet pink lips, the cheeks that flush at the slightest provocation...
I should stay away. She's off limits. But once I learn she's a v*rgin, I can't help myself. There's no way in hell I'm letting another guy be her first.
*A sizzling forbidden romance*
Dangerous Crush is one of three romances in the v*rgin romance collection The First Time. This collection features Dangerous Crush, Dirty Deal, and Sing Your Heart Out. Enjoy over 1,000 pages of v*rgin heroines and dirty talking alpha heroes.
This collection also includes a special sneak peek of Losing It.
She's my best friend's kid sister. She's off limits. But there's no way in hell another guy is going to be her first.
Piper is the one woman I can't have. And the only woman I want.
Those big blue eyes, those sweet pink lips, the cheeks that flush at the slightest provocation...
I should stay away. She's off limits. But once I learn she's a v*rgin, I can't help myself. There's no way in hell I'm letting another guy be her first.
*A sizzling forbidden romance*
Dangerous Crush is one of three romances in the v*rgin romance collection The First Time. This collection features Dangerous Crush, Dirty Deal, and Sing Your Heart Out. Enjoy over 1,000 pages of v*rgin heroines and dirty talking alpha heroes.
This collection also includes a special sneak peek of Losing It.
1007 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 26, 2018
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Crystal Kaswell
114 books2,550 followersCrystal Kaswell is the author of the Sinful Serenade series. She writes steamy new adult romance with flawed characters. She loves police procedurals, tea, and The Hunger Games series. She lives in Portland, OR with her husband.
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October 29, 2018
Ahh, how I love every one of these stories!
Between Kit and Piper and their sexy, heart wrenching best friends sibling romance, Rockstar style -Dangerous Crush.
Or The Dirty Deal- where what starts as a deal playing a fake couple for a one million dollars becomes an intense emotionally charged heat fest between Blake and Kat.
Plus the Sinful Serenade stylings of one of my favorite rock gods Miles who stumbles through wrapping his head around the difference between love and lust, and just what to do with the Meg the nerdy, blushing woman whose soul is just as broken as his- and somehow fits perfectly into his world.
Whatever you're in the mood for this is a perfect compilation of amazeballs books by Crystal Kaswell!
Ones I have read many times!
Between Kit and Piper and their sexy, heart wrenching best friends sibling romance, Rockstar style -Dangerous Crush.
Or The Dirty Deal- where what starts as a deal playing a fake couple for a one million dollars becomes an intense emotionally charged heat fest between Blake and Kat.
Plus the Sinful Serenade stylings of one of my favorite rock gods Miles who stumbles through wrapping his head around the difference between love and lust, and just what to do with the Meg the nerdy, blushing woman whose soul is just as broken as his- and somehow fits perfectly into his world.
Whatever you're in the mood for this is a perfect compilation of amazeballs books by Crystal Kaswell!
Ones I have read many times!
November 5, 2018
This review is for Sing Your Heart Out....
This book starts off with the content of Sing For Me, but in a different POV which is rather interesting.
Miles, the lead singer of the band Sinful Serenade pours his heart in his lyrics, but otherwise doesn't show his emotions. He appears to be calm, cool and collected in any situation.
Meg is a Medical student and knows where her life is going, but the recent family tragedy takes its toll. She dedicates her time to studying and working her part time job. Socialising isn't her forte.
When Kara, Meg's best friend talks her into attending a Hollywood party, she makes the effort. What she doesn't expect is to come face to face with the singer who has been haunting her dreams with his hit song. She feels that he is singing to her and the lyrics reflects her feelings. She is rather baffled by his public behaviour which contradicts how she sees him as a singer.
After the first embarrassing encounter with Miles, Meg goes in search of Kara when she is approached by him. He is intrigued by her. She doesn't dress to impress or act like his other fans who throw themselves at him. As Kara isn't in a fit state to drive, Miles volunteers to take them home. He spends his time teasing and flirting with Meg who blushes so easily!
Meg is attracted to his tortured soul and when he suggests that they become friends with benefits, she agrees. No strings attached. As they spend time together, Miles starts acting like he cares and she doesn't quite know what to make of him. Although, one of their conditions was, no lies, she knows that he is keeping a secret. She has been fairly honest with him! How long can they keep this agreement of "no feelings" when it's becoming obvious that they are both being affected?
I like the premise of the story, but it took me a while to warm up to Meg. There is no doubt that she is emotionally in pain, but she is quite contrary and a little selfish at times. Her wanting to repeatedly have him "under her thumb" is exasperating. She opens up to Miles and expect him to instantly do the same. He too, has been through a lot and is trying to protect her from anymore pain. When, not on stage, he is kind, considerate and generous.
Miles has been through so much that my heart went out to him. It takes him a little longer to realise what he might lose and when he does, he goes the extra mile to convince Meg. Even though, I found some of the contents repetitive, I enjoyed the overall storyline. Grief comes in different guises and this story portrays it well.
I was kindly issued with an eARC and the views expressed are my personal opinion.
This book starts off with the content of Sing For Me, but in a different POV which is rather interesting.
Miles, the lead singer of the band Sinful Serenade pours his heart in his lyrics, but otherwise doesn't show his emotions. He appears to be calm, cool and collected in any situation.
Meg is a Medical student and knows where her life is going, but the recent family tragedy takes its toll. She dedicates her time to studying and working her part time job. Socialising isn't her forte.
When Kara, Meg's best friend talks her into attending a Hollywood party, she makes the effort. What she doesn't expect is to come face to face with the singer who has been haunting her dreams with his hit song. She feels that he is singing to her and the lyrics reflects her feelings. She is rather baffled by his public behaviour which contradicts how she sees him as a singer.
After the first embarrassing encounter with Miles, Meg goes in search of Kara when she is approached by him. He is intrigued by her. She doesn't dress to impress or act like his other fans who throw themselves at him. As Kara isn't in a fit state to drive, Miles volunteers to take them home. He spends his time teasing and flirting with Meg who blushes so easily!
Meg is attracted to his tortured soul and when he suggests that they become friends with benefits, she agrees. No strings attached. As they spend time together, Miles starts acting like he cares and she doesn't quite know what to make of him. Although, one of their conditions was, no lies, she knows that he is keeping a secret. She has been fairly honest with him! How long can they keep this agreement of "no feelings" when it's becoming obvious that they are both being affected?
I like the premise of the story, but it took me a while to warm up to Meg. There is no doubt that she is emotionally in pain, but she is quite contrary and a little selfish at times. Her wanting to repeatedly have him "under her thumb" is exasperating. She opens up to Miles and expect him to instantly do the same. He too, has been through a lot and is trying to protect her from anymore pain. When, not on stage, he is kind, considerate and generous.
Miles has been through so much that my heart went out to him. It takes him a little longer to realise what he might lose and when he does, he goes the extra mile to convince Meg. Even though, I found some of the contents repetitive, I enjoyed the overall storyline. Grief comes in different guises and this story portrays it well.
I was kindly issued with an eARC and the views expressed are my personal opinion.
November 16, 2018
Dangerous Crush
Piper is in college and she has a crush on her brother's bandmate Kit. Kit is fresh out of rehab and after he sees Piper at a party, they start to text one another and become friends. But it doesn't take long for their friendship to become more.
I enjoyed the banter between Piper and Kit ... and of course the sex scenes were hot. But I found that the book moved slow at times and was the storyline was predictable.
Dirty Deal
Kat's parents died in a car accident when she was 18 and she has been responsible for her 15 year old sister Lizzy ever since. She has been working as a waitress to make ends meet and try and meet her goal of sending Lizzie to college so Lizzie can have a better life. On her way out of an office job interview, she bumps into Blake. Blake can see that she is desperate for a job, and he just happens to need a pretend girlfriend. So he offers to pay for Lizzie's school and pay off her mortgage if she'll agree to be his girlfriend and pretend to be madly in love with him. Anything that happens in the bedroom is because she wants it and it can't ever go anywhere because Blake is incapable of love.
WOW ... talk about sex scenes ... they are HOT! There were a few places that I would have liked to know what was going on in Blake's head ... why he made the choices he did. Sometimes I just wanted to shake Kat and tell her to leave him in the dust because he didn't deserve her ... and isn't that the signs of a good book when you get emotionally involved. Can't wait for 2nd book (Lizzy's) in the series.
Sing your Heart Out
Meg is a 21-year old virgin who is a med student and has always been the good girl. That is until she meets Miles, a rock star who is broken and doesn't believe in relationships. The chemistry between Meg and Miles is off the charts, so they become friends ... with benefits. But will Miles secrets tear them apart.
Once again the sex scenes are HOT HOT HOT! Although Meg was a virgin, I don't think she acted like one because it didn't take Miles long to have sex with her. At times Meg made me so mad, I just wanted to slap her and say "let him go, he's only using you for a booty call". As for Miles, I know he tried his best, he was just so broken. He made me mad that he wouldn't tell her his secrets, especially after she gave him her all.
Piper is in college and she has a crush on her brother's bandmate Kit. Kit is fresh out of rehab and after he sees Piper at a party, they start to text one another and become friends. But it doesn't take long for their friendship to become more.
I enjoyed the banter between Piper and Kit ... and of course the sex scenes were hot. But I found that the book moved slow at times and was the storyline was predictable.
Dirty Deal
Kat's parents died in a car accident when she was 18 and she has been responsible for her 15 year old sister Lizzy ever since. She has been working as a waitress to make ends meet and try and meet her goal of sending Lizzie to college so Lizzie can have a better life. On her way out of an office job interview, she bumps into Blake. Blake can see that she is desperate for a job, and he just happens to need a pretend girlfriend. So he offers to pay for Lizzie's school and pay off her mortgage if she'll agree to be his girlfriend and pretend to be madly in love with him. Anything that happens in the bedroom is because she wants it and it can't ever go anywhere because Blake is incapable of love.
WOW ... talk about sex scenes ... they are HOT! There were a few places that I would have liked to know what was going on in Blake's head ... why he made the choices he did. Sometimes I just wanted to shake Kat and tell her to leave him in the dust because he didn't deserve her ... and isn't that the signs of a good book when you get emotionally involved. Can't wait for 2nd book (Lizzy's) in the series.
Sing your Heart Out
Meg is a 21-year old virgin who is a med student and has always been the good girl. That is until she meets Miles, a rock star who is broken and doesn't believe in relationships. The chemistry between Meg and Miles is off the charts, so they become friends ... with benefits. But will Miles secrets tear them apart.
Once again the sex scenes are HOT HOT HOT! Although Meg was a virgin, I don't think she acted like one because it didn't take Miles long to have sex with her. At times Meg made me so mad, I just wanted to slap her and say "let him go, he's only using you for a booty call". As for Miles, I know he tried his best, he was just so broken. He made me mad that he wouldn't tell her his secrets, especially after she gave him her all.
November 6, 2018
The First Time is a mini collection of some of Crystal Kaswell's best stories.
Dangerous Crush: 5 stars!
This time it's Kit's turn to fall. The lucky woman? Mal and Ethan's younger sister, Piper. Piper has always had a crush on Kit. Who wouldn't? He's hot and he's got that broody, bad boy vibe going on. But they've never really known each other until she catches him with his pants down at a party she shouldn't be at. Suddenly they're texting each other, flirting, and getting to know each other in that friendly kind of way. Only she wants more, has always wanted more. Will Kit give into the attraction even though he knows Mal and Ethan will kill him and kick him out of the band if he touches their innocent little sister?
I loved Piper and Kit together. She may be much more innocent and naive than he, but they make a great couple because at the heart of their relationship is a strong friendship. One of loyalty and true comfort and support.
Dirty Deal: 4 stars.
I read this one way back in the day when it was first released and titled The Billionaire's Deal: The Complete Story. I loved it then and thought it stood out among all the other billionaire romances that clutter the market. Blake and Kat make a hot couple. I wanted to perhaps junk punch Blake a few times for being so hot and cold with the poor woman, but aside from that I thought it was a superb billionaire/damaged soul romance.
Sing Your Heart Out: 5 stars!
This one is my favorite of this collection, actually, my favorite of all of Crystal Kaswell's rockstar romances. Miles is the damaged rockstar who falls hard for medical student, Meg, who has her own demons. In true rockstar fashion, it has lots of angst, and sex, drugs and rock n roll. It also sets up the Sinful Serenade series, which is by far my favorite Crystal Kaswell series.
ARC via author for an honest review.
Full review posted on Live Through Books Blog.
October 28, 2018
This collection reminds of why I adore Crystal's books!
Dangerous Crush
Sometimes you have to have faith in yourself!
This is the second time I've read this. I love it as much this time as I did the last. This book, this band, these characters are part of why I love Crystal's work. Kit is sober but convinced he'll slip. Plus he finds himself drawn to his bandmates younger sister. Piper is kind of tired of her brothers' overprotective streak. And being a virgin. She & Kit strike up a more intimate friendship that leads to so much more. Love, love, love!
Dirty Deal
Hot, dirty, sweet, tender, very satisfying HEA
Delicious! Re-reading this story was awesome. I still adore it. Blake is dirty, sexy, dominant, and in denial. Kat is sassy, sweet, independent, and head over heels for him. Together they're combustible. Love, love, love!
Sing Your Heart Out
He's gonna steal your heart while he wins Meg's
Meg & Miles were my introduction to Crystal's books. My re-read was as emjoyable as the first time. Both of them are broken and scared of attachment. Miles, because he doesn't want to risk his heart and recovery. Meg, because she's got a plan and a relationship doesn't play into it. Both have lost people close to them. What starts out as a fwb situation morphes into friendship and more. Miles may still be my favorite. And I've loved them all, but he was my first Kaswell BBF. ;-)
And to top all the deliciousness off...the teaser for Wes's story, Losing It, makes me wish it was out now!!
I received an advanced copy. I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
Dangerous Crush
Sometimes you have to have faith in yourself!
This is the second time I've read this. I love it as much this time as I did the last. This book, this band, these characters are part of why I love Crystal's work. Kit is sober but convinced he'll slip. Plus he finds himself drawn to his bandmates younger sister. Piper is kind of tired of her brothers' overprotective streak. And being a virgin. She & Kit strike up a more intimate friendship that leads to so much more. Love, love, love!
Dirty Deal
Hot, dirty, sweet, tender, very satisfying HEA
Delicious! Re-reading this story was awesome. I still adore it. Blake is dirty, sexy, dominant, and in denial. Kat is sassy, sweet, independent, and head over heels for him. Together they're combustible. Love, love, love!
Sing Your Heart Out
He's gonna steal your heart while he wins Meg's
Meg & Miles were my introduction to Crystal's books. My re-read was as emjoyable as the first time. Both of them are broken and scared of attachment. Miles, because he doesn't want to risk his heart and recovery. Meg, because she's got a plan and a relationship doesn't play into it. Both have lost people close to them. What starts out as a fwb situation morphes into friendship and more. Miles may still be my favorite. And I've loved them all, but he was my first Kaswell BBF. ;-)
And to top all the deliciousness off...the teaser for Wes's story, Losing It, makes me wish it was out now!!
I received an advanced copy. I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
November 1, 2018
Dangerous Crush
Kit is a hot bassist for a popular band and he is used to getting whatever he wants. Kit and Piper met three years before but he never noticed her now she's nineteen and still wants him. Kit enjoys spending time with Piper however he is still partying hard and being with other women. Will he settle down and be with Piper before he loses her?
Dirty Deal
Kat is a waitress trying to get a better job to take care of herself and her sister Lizzie. Walking into to a job interview only to have the person look down their nose and tell her its taken Kat is at her wits end. Blake Sterling is a billionaire and CEO of a company he started when he was in his early twenties. When Blake runs into Kat literally both of their lives change. Blake needs a wife for a year and he is willing to pay Kat Million dollars and help pay for her sister to go to college for her to agree. When Kat learns that the college her sister got into and wants to go to doesn't do scholarships she accepts Blake's offer. Its a bumpy start for them but as things progress they become slowly more then a fake relationship. Blake is doing all of this to make his mother happy before she dies. However falling in love with Kay was never in the cards and he was very adamant about Kat not falling for him either. What happens when something fake turns into something very real? You'll have to read to find out.
That's two of the three stories included in the collection. Once I started I couldn't put this book down. This is a well written and very entertaining box set. I would recommedn this to any of my book friends.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book.
Kit is a hot bassist for a popular band and he is used to getting whatever he wants. Kit and Piper met three years before but he never noticed her now she's nineteen and still wants him. Kit enjoys spending time with Piper however he is still partying hard and being with other women. Will he settle down and be with Piper before he loses her?
Dirty Deal
Kat is a waitress trying to get a better job to take care of herself and her sister Lizzie. Walking into to a job interview only to have the person look down their nose and tell her its taken Kat is at her wits end. Blake Sterling is a billionaire and CEO of a company he started when he was in his early twenties. When Blake runs into Kat literally both of their lives change. Blake needs a wife for a year and he is willing to pay Kat Million dollars and help pay for her sister to go to college for her to agree. When Kat learns that the college her sister got into and wants to go to doesn't do scholarships she accepts Blake's offer. Its a bumpy start for them but as things progress they become slowly more then a fake relationship. Blake is doing all of this to make his mother happy before she dies. However falling in love with Kay was never in the cards and he was very adamant about Kat not falling for him either. What happens when something fake turns into something very real? You'll have to read to find out.
That's two of the three stories included in the collection. Once I started I couldn't put this book down. This is a well written and very entertaining box set. I would recommedn this to any of my book friends.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book.
October 27, 2018
Dangerous Crush
A great story that had me so drawn in that I didn't want to put it down. I love how their story starts, knowing each other for years, Piper is the little sister of Kit's band mates. When they start texting and getting to know each other, it feels so honest. Slow, sweet, anything goes type of conversations. A true friendship that builds from there. I like the way the Kit's past addiction is handled, his fears of falling again and hurting those around him. Such a great read with a wonderful flow. This is a must on your list and as always, I love checking in with the other guys in the band and the bits from Sinful Serenade.
Sing Your Heart Out
Loved! This is a story with characters in pain. They are each scarred from something in their past and they find a connection in each other. Meg is a smart girl, working towards med school. I like her strength and passion. When she meets Miles something sparks between them. He's a cocky rockstar that uses his music to get through his pain. They are stubborn, they push each other to stay within these lines they set. I really enjoyed their story! Lots of heat and great characters! I'm looking forward to more in this series.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
A great story that had me so drawn in that I didn't want to put it down. I love how their story starts, knowing each other for years, Piper is the little sister of Kit's band mates. When they start texting and getting to know each other, it feels so honest. Slow, sweet, anything goes type of conversations. A true friendship that builds from there. I like the way the Kit's past addiction is handled, his fears of falling again and hurting those around him. Such a great read with a wonderful flow. This is a must on your list and as always, I love checking in with the other guys in the band and the bits from Sinful Serenade.
Sing Your Heart Out
Loved! This is a story with characters in pain. They are each scarred from something in their past and they find a connection in each other. Meg is a smart girl, working towards med school. I like her strength and passion. When she meets Miles something sparks between them. He's a cocky rockstar that uses his music to get through his pain. They are stubborn, they push each other to stay within these lines they set. I really enjoyed their story! Lots of heat and great characters! I'm looking forward to more in this series.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
November 2, 2018
Sing your Heart Out
*squeal!!!!!
This is now the 3rd time I have read this book and only the first time, I have finally forced myself to put my happiness into words.
I apologize Crystal, for the delay.
But holy YAY!!!!!
I am supposed to be reading Miles and Megs story as a part of the First Time boxset. I could have told you by the end of chapter 2, that there is no way I can not read the entire Sinful series. THEN the entire Dangerous series. Im going to busy for a few days.
I think its its obvious that I highly recommend these books and this boxset.
So Happy reading!
Note: I have voluntarily (re)read and reviewed an ARC of this box set.
Rating 5 stars
Dirty Deal
Such a perfectly wonderful book. What else can I expect from Crystal Kaswell though. That’s all she knows to write. Even the dirty naughty parts, this book was so sweet. Kat and Blake were perfect for each other, though my favorite character was Meryl. You’ll see why soon enough. I highly recommend this book. Happy reading!
Extended Epilogue
Absolutely wonderful.
And here I thought the original HEA was perfect. Well done Crystal. Very well done.
Happy reading!
Rating 5 stars
Note: Will add review for Dangerous Noise once I have read it again.
*squeal!!!!!
This is now the 3rd time I have read this book and only the first time, I have finally forced myself to put my happiness into words.
I apologize Crystal, for the delay.
But holy YAY!!!!!
I am supposed to be reading Miles and Megs story as a part of the First Time boxset. I could have told you by the end of chapter 2, that there is no way I can not read the entire Sinful series. THEN the entire Dangerous series. Im going to busy for a few days.
I think its its obvious that I highly recommend these books and this boxset.
So Happy reading!
Note: I have voluntarily (re)read and reviewed an ARC of this box set.
Rating 5 stars
Dirty Deal
Such a perfectly wonderful book. What else can I expect from Crystal Kaswell though. That’s all she knows to write. Even the dirty naughty parts, this book was so sweet. Kat and Blake were perfect for each other, though my favorite character was Meryl. You’ll see why soon enough. I highly recommend this book. Happy reading!
Extended Epilogue
Absolutely wonderful.
And here I thought the original HEA was perfect. Well done Crystal. Very well done.
Happy reading!
Rating 5 stars
Note: Will add review for Dangerous Noise once I have read it again.
November 3, 2018
The First Time: A Romance Collection by Crystal Kaswell is a box set of three of Ms. Kaswell's book that total about 1011 pages. I was really happy to see this set as a few of the books I hadn't had the chance to read. I would recommend this box set if you love a hot alpha type man with a strong innocent leading lady. Here are the stories that you will be getting in this set:
Dangerous Crush, which is book Two in the Dangerous Noise Series. This is the story of Kit and Piper. Piper is the little sister of Kit's band member and friend...so she is off limites to him...or suppose to be.
Dirty Deal, This was the story of Kat and Blake. Kat is trying to take care of herself and her sister Lizzie. But times are getting harder for them when she meets Blake. Blake needs a wife for about a year and offers Kat the 'job' and he will also help her sister.
Sing Your Heart Out is the first book in the Sinful Serenade Series. This is the story of Meg and Miles. Meg is a innocent strait and narrow path taker but craves more. Miles is a hard rock band having fun kind of guy. When these two go forward to have a friends with benefit type 'relationship'....but they both soon find out they need more of each other.
Dangerous Crush, which is book Two in the Dangerous Noise Series. This is the story of Kit and Piper. Piper is the little sister of Kit's band member and friend...so she is off limites to him...or suppose to be.
Dirty Deal, This was the story of Kat and Blake. Kat is trying to take care of herself and her sister Lizzie. But times are getting harder for them when she meets Blake. Blake needs a wife for about a year and offers Kat the 'job' and he will also help her sister.
Sing Your Heart Out is the first book in the Sinful Serenade Series. This is the story of Meg and Miles. Meg is a innocent strait and narrow path taker but craves more. Miles is a hard rock band having fun kind of guy. When these two go forward to have a friends with benefit type 'relationship'....but they both soon find out they need more of each other.
October 28, 2018
Great Collection
A great collection of three 5 star reads.
Dangerous Crush
I was entranced from the first page to the last. I absolutely love the story between Violet and Ethan. This book made me laugh, cry and melt my heart. 10 out of 5 stars
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When Violet and Ethan are first dating Violet supports Ethan and his life dreams fully, but when it comes to Ethan supporting Violet's dream he makes her choose between him and her life dreams. Two years later they run into each other and all their heartache is put aside and they try to make it work. Will they be able to over their past mistakes or will it all come crashing down on them again.
Dirty Deal
Wow. I really loved this book. Kat and Blake are beautiful together. I love how Kat choose love over money and how Blake proved his love for Kat in the end.
Sing You Heart Out
Miles and Meg come to an agreement of friends with benefits with Miles stating that he doesn't ever fall in love. They both went thru separate tragedies that nearly wreak them to pieces that, but when they let their hearts take over they begin to heal and come out stronger together.
A great collection of three 5 star reads.
Dangerous Crush
I was entranced from the first page to the last. I absolutely love the story between Violet and Ethan. This book made me laugh, cry and melt my heart. 10 out of 5 stars
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When Violet and Ethan are first dating Violet supports Ethan and his life dreams fully, but when it comes to Ethan supporting Violet's dream he makes her choose between him and her life dreams. Two years later they run into each other and all their heartache is put aside and they try to make it work. Will they be able to over their past mistakes or will it all come crashing down on them again.
Dirty Deal
Wow. I really loved this book. Kat and Blake are beautiful together. I love how Kat choose love over money and how Blake proved his love for Kat in the end.
Sing You Heart Out
Miles and Meg come to an agreement of friends with benefits with Miles stating that he doesn't ever fall in love. They both went thru separate tragedies that nearly wreak them to pieces that, but when they let their hearts take over they begin to heal and come out stronger together.
October 31, 2018
What is better than one Crystal Kaswell story? Three in one book, that's what! The book begins with Dangerous Crush, which is the story of Kit and Piper. Kit is 26, recovering addict and the bass player in a band. Piper is the 19 year old baby sister of two of Kit's bandmates. Both of whom have said that their baby sister is off limits. But perhaps Piper has other ideas. Once I started reading, I was hooked.
Dirty Deal is the story of Blake and Kat. Blake needs a fake wife before his mother dies and Kat needs money to keep her house and help her sister with college. Blake comes to Kat's work with an offer of marriage. He won't say why, but he will give her anything she wants during their marriage and $1 million dollars at the divorce. What could go wrong?
Sing Your Heart Out s the story of Meg and Miles, who couldn't be more different from each other. Meg is smart, working towards med school and has an inner strength that is fueled by past tragedy. Miles is a recovering addict and rockstar. They decide to become friends with benefits as neither of them want attachment.
Loved all these books, they made me lose myself on a wet and windy Sunday.
Dirty Deal is the story of Blake and Kat. Blake needs a fake wife before his mother dies and Kat needs money to keep her house and help her sister with college. Blake comes to Kat's work with an offer of marriage. He won't say why, but he will give her anything she wants during their marriage and $1 million dollars at the divorce. What could go wrong?
Sing Your Heart Out s the story of Meg and Miles, who couldn't be more different from each other. Meg is smart, working towards med school and has an inner strength that is fueled by past tragedy. Miles is a recovering addict and rockstar. They decide to become friends with benefits as neither of them want attachment.
Loved all these books, they made me lose myself on a wet and windy Sunday.
November 4, 2018
What a great collection of first books from 3 different series. I cann’t wait to read the next book in each of these series!
Dangerous Crush
Beautiful emotional story of a friendship that blossoms into becoming each other’s everything. He is a recovering addict and she is the sister of two of his band mates. He doesn’t want to risk losing the one thing that is finally good in his life….the band. Be warned once you start reading this story, you will have a very hard time putting it down until you are finished!
Dirty Deal
Kat is struggling to make ends meet and be able to send her sister to college. Blake is a tech billionaire who doesn’t believe he is capable of love…. he shows up and makes her a deal that is just too good for her to pass up. What starts out a business deal turns into a hot steamy sweet romance.
Sing Your Heart Out
Loved this friends with benefits to love story. They meet at a party and end up striking up a deal to become friends with benefits. They both are broken and are afraid of relationships. The chemistry between them is strong, both try hard to fight it.
I received an ARC of this book collection and voluntarily share my review.
Dangerous Crush
Beautiful emotional story of a friendship that blossoms into becoming each other’s everything. He is a recovering addict and she is the sister of two of his band mates. He doesn’t want to risk losing the one thing that is finally good in his life….the band. Be warned once you start reading this story, you will have a very hard time putting it down until you are finished!
Dirty Deal
Kat is struggling to make ends meet and be able to send her sister to college. Blake is a tech billionaire who doesn’t believe he is capable of love…. he shows up and makes her a deal that is just too good for her to pass up. What starts out a business deal turns into a hot steamy sweet romance.
Sing Your Heart Out
Loved this friends with benefits to love story. They meet at a party and end up striking up a deal to become friends with benefits. They both are broken and are afraid of relationships. The chemistry between them is strong, both try hard to fight it.
I received an ARC of this book collection and voluntarily share my review.
December 18, 2018
Do you love hot alpha men getting down and dirty with pretty and virginal girls? Then this is collection of stories by Crystal Kaswell will be a treat.
In Dangerous Crush you get sexy musician Kit falling for his best friend and fellow band member's little sister, Piper. Then in Dirty Deal, you have Kat submitting to the sexy and rich businessman Blake. And we then delve into Sing Your Heart Out, the sexy story of a manwhore musician becoming friends with benefits to college honor student Meg. And we finish out this bundle with a special extended teaser from Crystal Kaswell's upcoming book Losing It .
♡♡♡♡The stories are filled with a few sweet moments, much sexy times, lots of dirty talk, and strong heroines giving their bodies and hearts to damaged but loveable heroes. I love Crystsk Kaswell's books... she brings us such amazing bad boys and the Bad@$$ chicks that love them enough to kick them in the arse when they need it.
I received an advanced reader's copy of the book and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review and recommendation.
In Dangerous Crush you get sexy musician Kit falling for his best friend and fellow band member's little sister, Piper. Then in Dirty Deal, you have Kat submitting to the sexy and rich businessman Blake. And we then delve into Sing Your Heart Out, the sexy story of a manwhore musician becoming friends with benefits to college honor student Meg. And we finish out this bundle with a special extended teaser from Crystal Kaswell's upcoming book Losing It .
♡♡♡♡The stories are filled with a few sweet moments, much sexy times, lots of dirty talk, and strong heroines giving their bodies and hearts to damaged but loveable heroes. I love Crystsk Kaswell's books... she brings us such amazing bad boys and the Bad@$$ chicks that love them enough to kick them in the arse when they need it.
I received an advanced reader's copy of the book and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review and recommendation.
October 27, 2018
Loved
This is a great set of books from Crystal Kaswell. You can't go wrong with reading anything if hers.
Dangerous Crush
Absolutely loved Piper and Kit's story. Once I started, I couldn't put it down. They balanced each other out so well. They are one of my favorite couples!
Dirty Deal
This is the story that got me hooked on Crystal Kaswell's books and I have never looked back. Blake had such an awful childhood and needs Kat to be his fake wife before his mother dies. He claims he will never fall in love, but realizes that he cannot lose Kat. And dear Kat, she loves him with all her heart and is such a good person to help him deal with his demons and move past them. A must read story.
Sing Your Heart Out
Loved this story! Meg and Miles are the perfect opposites attract relationship. She's smart and in school who lost her sister to drugs and he's a musician who parties and used to be an addict. I loved these two together. Miles opens up so much to her and it broke my heart. Loved them.
This is a great set of books from Crystal Kaswell. You can't go wrong with reading anything if hers.
Dangerous Crush
Absolutely loved Piper and Kit's story. Once I started, I couldn't put it down. They balanced each other out so well. They are one of my favorite couples!
Dirty Deal
This is the story that got me hooked on Crystal Kaswell's books and I have never looked back. Blake had such an awful childhood and needs Kat to be his fake wife before his mother dies. He claims he will never fall in love, but realizes that he cannot lose Kat. And dear Kat, she loves him with all her heart and is such a good person to help him deal with his demons and move past them. A must read story.
Sing Your Heart Out
Loved this story! Meg and Miles are the perfect opposites attract relationship. She's smart and in school who lost her sister to drugs and he's a musician who parties and used to be an addict. I loved these two together. Miles opens up so much to her and it broke my heart. Loved them.
November 19, 2018
Overall: Recommended reading. Time well spent. Always a pleasure to read Ms. Kaswell's books.
Book 1: "Dangerous Crush" - Delightful! Bring on More!!! - 5 stars
Loved it. Another story yet again by this author that has taken no time at all to read (well, I did make the time to just sit down in one sitting and read it!). I read her other series Sinful Serenade and strongly recommend these books as well if you have not already experienced them. I look forward to the balance on this series and even more to come from Ms. Kaswell! :) :) :)
Book 2: "Dirty Deal"
Book 3: "Sing Your Heart Out"
Good story. Plenty of steam but romance as well. The main male character is actually more tender-hearted than it appears. Another great rock and roll novel by Ms. Kaswell. Always time well spent!
I voluntarily received an advance review copy of this three-book box set and I am leaving an honest and unbiased review. I have no affiliation to this author.
Book 1: "Dangerous Crush" - Delightful! Bring on More!!! - 5 stars
Loved it. Another story yet again by this author that has taken no time at all to read (well, I did make the time to just sit down in one sitting and read it!). I read her other series Sinful Serenade and strongly recommend these books as well if you have not already experienced them. I look forward to the balance on this series and even more to come from Ms. Kaswell! :) :) :)
Book 2: "Dirty Deal"
Book 3: "Sing Your Heart Out"
Good story. Plenty of steam but romance as well. The main male character is actually more tender-hearted than it appears. Another great rock and roll novel by Ms. Kaswell. Always time well spent!
I voluntarily received an advance review copy of this three-book box set and I am leaving an honest and unbiased review. I have no affiliation to this author.
October 31, 2018
OMG...the first book in each of Crystal Kaswell's rockin' series; life is good!
Dangerous Noise
Dangerous Crush is the beautiful story of how Kit and Piper become each other's everything; how their friendship blossoms into something so much more; and, how they will risk everything for the well bring of the other. It is emotional; full of passion, discovery, and healing. It is impossible to put down once you start reading!
Dirty Rich
Dirty Deal is the beginning of a beautiful love story between Kat, a young woman just trying to get by while providing for her younger sister, and Blake Sterling, billionaire extraordinaire. What starts out as a business deal, turns in to so much more!
Sinful Serenade
Sing Your Heart Out is the first in the panty-melting Sinful Serenade series. Miles, the tempting, manwhore lead singer of the band meets his match in innocent Meg Smart, the only woman who sees him for what he really is; a broken man.
Dangerous Noise
Dangerous Crush is the beautiful story of how Kit and Piper become each other's everything; how their friendship blossoms into something so much more; and, how they will risk everything for the well bring of the other. It is emotional; full of passion, discovery, and healing. It is impossible to put down once you start reading!
Dirty Rich
Dirty Deal is the beginning of a beautiful love story between Kat, a young woman just trying to get by while providing for her younger sister, and Blake Sterling, billionaire extraordinaire. What starts out as a business deal, turns in to so much more!
Sinful Serenade
Sing Your Heart Out is the first in the panty-melting Sinful Serenade series. Miles, the tempting, manwhore lead singer of the band meets his match in innocent Meg Smart, the only woman who sees him for what he really is; a broken man.
November 14, 2018
The First Time
These books were awesome. I gave reviews for the first two now and plan on doing the other later because I have it downloaded.
Dangerous Crush
Piper goes to a new year's eve party and walks in on Kit by mistake. Kit takes her back to his apartment to watch the ball drop. Pipers older brothers are band mates of Kit's. Kit and Piper become best friends and we all know what that leads to. They fall in love and Kit proposes to her where they had their first lunch together with pipers brothers blessing and warning.
Dirty Deal
Blake and Kat bump into each other as Kat is looking for a job. The 26 yr. old CEO hires Kat as his love interest because he doesn't want complications. They communicate over the phone as he is bossy. He helps her with her finances and takes her to meet his family. Things go well except for his sister's paranoia. Blake and Kat fall in love and he proposes to her under the cherry blossoms. They celebrate!!
These books were awesome. I gave reviews for the first two now and plan on doing the other later because I have it downloaded.
Dangerous Crush
Piper goes to a new year's eve party and walks in on Kit by mistake. Kit takes her back to his apartment to watch the ball drop. Pipers older brothers are band mates of Kit's. Kit and Piper become best friends and we all know what that leads to. They fall in love and Kit proposes to her where they had their first lunch together with pipers brothers blessing and warning.
Dirty Deal
Blake and Kat bump into each other as Kat is looking for a job. The 26 yr. old CEO hires Kat as his love interest because he doesn't want complications. They communicate over the phone as he is bossy. He helps her with her finances and takes her to meet his family. Things go well except for his sister's paranoia. Blake and Kat fall in love and he proposes to her under the cherry blossoms. They celebrate!!
November 2, 2018
This collection of romantic stories involving damaged, alpha males and independent, virgin heroines is one for the ages. In the collection, you are introduced to different series that leave you breathless and wanting more. I particularly like the heroine in Dirty Deal; she is independent and knows what she wants. It's refreshing to read about a virgin heroine who isn't straight out of high school. All three stories, Dangerous Crush, Dirty Deal, and Sing Your Heart Out are wonderful reads.
I did not click very well with Piper's personality (Dangerous Crush), but her personality was strong. She was able to hold her own among the many alpha men in her life.
Overall, a great read! I absolutely love the writing that Crystal Kaswell produces! I can't wait to read more!
I am voluntarily reviewing an advanced copy of this book.
I did not click very well with Piper's personality (Dangerous Crush), but her personality was strong. She was able to hold her own among the many alpha men in her life.
Overall, a great read! I absolutely love the writing that Crystal Kaswell produces! I can't wait to read more!
I am voluntarily reviewing an advanced copy of this book.
November 5, 2018
I am voluntarily reviewing an advanced copy of this book.
This collection is made up of the below three books and I enjoyed them all.
Dangerous Crush - I really enjoyed Kit and Piper. I love a forbidden romance! Piper is off limits because she's his best friends little sister. These two had to overcome a lot, but I really enjoyed their story.
Dirty Deal - I really enjoyed Kat and Blake's story. Blake propositions Kat to marry him and he would give her whatever he wanted as well as some money. She's struggling with bills and taking care of her younger sister.
Sing Your Heart Out - I really enjoyed Meg and Miles. Who doesn't love a smart heroine and a sexy rock star? Neither one of them are looking for a relationship but they have a connection and a lot of chemistry. I really enjoyed the other members of the band and the other side characters.
This collection is made up of the below three books and I enjoyed them all.
Dangerous Crush - I really enjoyed Kit and Piper. I love a forbidden romance! Piper is off limits because she's his best friends little sister. These two had to overcome a lot, but I really enjoyed their story.
Dirty Deal - I really enjoyed Kat and Blake's story. Blake propositions Kat to marry him and he would give her whatever he wanted as well as some money. She's struggling with bills and taking care of her younger sister.
Sing Your Heart Out - I really enjoyed Meg and Miles. Who doesn't love a smart heroine and a sexy rock star? Neither one of them are looking for a relationship but they have a connection and a lot of chemistry. I really enjoyed the other members of the band and the other side characters.
November 3, 2018
Three Crystal Kaswell books? Yes please!
The First Time by Crystal Kaswell is three books all about the heroines experiencing their first time. I had read already read Dangerous Crush and Sing Your Heart Out before (and loved them enough to read again), but not Dirty Deal. While all three are completely different, they are all in true Crystal Kaswell style. Exceptionally well written, intriguing characters, engaging dialogue and banter, serious yet witty. Whether you read them all or just one, any or all of them will leave you wanting more, desparate to turn the next page and finally reach the HEA only to feel disappointed that the story has ended.
I read an ARC of this book collection and voluntarily share my review.
The First Time by Crystal Kaswell is three books all about the heroines experiencing their first time. I had read already read Dangerous Crush and Sing Your Heart Out before (and loved them enough to read again), but not Dirty Deal. While all three are completely different, they are all in true Crystal Kaswell style. Exceptionally well written, intriguing characters, engaging dialogue and banter, serious yet witty. Whether you read them all or just one, any or all of them will leave you wanting more, desparate to turn the next page and finally reach the HEA only to feel disappointed that the story has ended.
I read an ARC of this book collection and voluntarily share my review.
November 3, 2018
I voluntarily read a ARC of this book for an honest review
I had previeously read these books years ago, but I wanted to reread them before giving my review because the stories would would be fresh.
These are there books about girls first times and the guys they are with.
In each story, there are supposed to be no strings attached (feelings), but that's not how life really works out.
The great thing about this book was seeing how the author's writing has progressed, sinced the books were written at different times.
I especially loved that the women were strong minded, and tha'ts what ultimately win's each of these guys' hearts.
The sex scenes are hot and steamy and in each story, of course there is an HEA.
I had previeously read these books years ago, but I wanted to reread them before giving my review because the stories would would be fresh.
These are there books about girls first times and the guys they are with.
In each story, there are supposed to be no strings attached (feelings), but that's not how life really works out.
The great thing about this book was seeing how the author's writing has progressed, sinced the books were written at different times.
I especially loved that the women were strong minded, and tha'ts what ultimately win's each of these guys' hearts.
The sex scenes are hot and steamy and in each story, of course there is an HEA.
November 2, 2018
If you are new to Crystal Kaswell's books, then this is a great way to get started. Three amazing books and super fun (and hot) reads. I am voluntarily reviewing an advanced copy of this book.
~~Dangerous Crush~~
You're not supposed to fall for your best friend's little sister. Especially when getting involved with Piper could mean getting kicked out of the band. But Kit can't help himself. Piper is such a sweet girl and so innocent. She doesn't belong in his world. He thinks he will hurt her. But Piper has other plans.
~~ Dirty Deal~~
The story of Blake and Kat draws you in from the beginning. I laughed, cried, and then laughed some more. Even up until the last few chapters, I wasn't sure how this relationship would turn it. Wonderful read. Would love to see books with the other characters as well.
~~Sing Your Heart Out~~
Miles and Meg are friends with benefits. No strings. No feelings. No lies. But there is always something. You will love following their story and being introduced to the other members of Sinful Serenade.
~~Dangerous Crush~~
You're not supposed to fall for your best friend's little sister. Especially when getting involved with Piper could mean getting kicked out of the band. But Kit can't help himself. Piper is such a sweet girl and so innocent. She doesn't belong in his world. He thinks he will hurt her. But Piper has other plans.
~~ Dirty Deal~~
The story of Blake and Kat draws you in from the beginning. I laughed, cried, and then laughed some more. Even up until the last few chapters, I wasn't sure how this relationship would turn it. Wonderful read. Would love to see books with the other characters as well.
~~Sing Your Heart Out~~
Miles and Meg are friends with benefits. No strings. No feelings. No lies. But there is always something. You will love following their story and being introduced to the other members of Sinful Serenade.
November 1, 2018
Three different virgin romance books in one bundle!
Dangerous Crush – I liked Kit and Piper’s relationship. They were friends first before becoming more. I also liked that there wasn’t a lot of angst. Their issues were communicated and worked out quickly.
Dirty Deal - Lots of steam in this fake fiance romance. Kat is not interested in Blake’s money only his love. I like how Kat didn’t give in and how Blake fell hard!
Sing Your Heart Out – From friends with benefits, to benefits only, to love. Meg and Miles both had plenty they didn’t want to talk about or share. Neither were wanting more but the more time they spent together allowed them to open up
Dangerous Crush – I liked Kit and Piper’s relationship. They were friends first before becoming more. I also liked that there wasn’t a lot of angst. Their issues were communicated and worked out quickly.
Dirty Deal - Lots of steam in this fake fiance romance. Kat is not interested in Blake’s money only his love. I like how Kat didn’t give in and how Blake fell hard!
Sing Your Heart Out – From friends with benefits, to benefits only, to love. Meg and Miles both had plenty they didn’t want to talk about or share. Neither were wanting more but the more time they spent together allowed them to open up
November 2, 2018
I love most of Crystal Kaswell's books and if you have not read any yet this is a good way to start. This is a collection of three books in one! Each from a different series that she has done and gives you a great feel for her style and how she creates great characters. I have read all of these stories but read them again and still love them. You get Dangerous Crush, Dirty Deal and Sing Your Heart Out. They are great stories of how a first time should be and how people deal with varying emotions.
I voluntarily wrote this review from reading an advanced copy of this book.
I voluntarily wrote this review from reading an advanced copy of this book.
November 4, 2018
I read two out of the three books in this collection before I got it. Dirty Deals is the only book that was new to me, and it was so good! The other two in the collection are part of the authors two Rockstar romance series Sinful Serenades and Dangerous Noise. On their own, these are spectacular series to read. But combined together in this mini box set are three awesome books that are carefully tailored to new readers, or readers that are looking for a particular kind of romance. I am voluntarily reviewing an advanced copy of this book.
November 6, 2018
I am voluntarily reviewing an advanced copy of this book
I absolutely loved this collextion of 3 amazing books by Crystal Kaswell. This complitalition of Piper and Kit, Blake and Kat, and Miles and Meg are fun, sexy, and emotional. Each couple is differnent in their own way with some hot, alpha males and strong, sassy women. After re-reading these I want to back and read the rest of the books in the different series'. I highly recommend this collection as well as the rest of the books in the different series.
I absolutely loved this collextion of 3 amazing books by Crystal Kaswell. This complitalition of Piper and Kit, Blake and Kat, and Miles and Meg are fun, sexy, and emotional. Each couple is differnent in their own way with some hot, alpha males and strong, sassy women. After re-reading these I want to back and read the rest of the books in the different series'. I highly recommend this collection as well as the rest of the books in the different series.
October 28, 2018
Crystal has an amazing way with storytelling. I feel like I’m either living in the story or watching a movie. The characters are perfect, and the storylines are ones that will keep you riveted. Each of these stories are wonderful and you’ll definitely will not be disappointed. I’m a diehard fan of all of her books and have fallen in love with each character she’s written. You won’t be disappointed. I’m voluntarily reviewing an advanced reader copy of this book.
November 5, 2018
Great compilation of Sinful Serenade, Dangerous Noise and a new series to me, all dealing with first times. I adore Kit and Piper’s story and have reread it several times. Same with Meg and Miles from Ss, the first series I read of Crystal’s. This set is s great introduction to three series for new readers of Crystal’s as well as lovers of rock band series. While this was an ARC and I’m leaving an honest review, I’d read two of these repeatedly before ever reading any ARC from Crystal.
November 26, 2018
This is a copulation of three romance stories about couples first times. Weather you read about Kit and Piper in Dangerous Crush, a friends to lovers story, or Blake and Kats whirl wind fake romance to lovers in Dirty Deal and Miles and Meg's friend with benefits to lovers in Sing Your Heart Out you won't be disappointed. All three are in series that brings lots of fun and sexy heros and strong heroine's. Must Collection.
December 17, 2018
This is a collection of 3 books, wrapped up with a number of sneak peeks for additional books by the author. I reviewed each of the books in the collection separately.
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