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Author Note: Although this series is loosely connected to The Billionaire's Obsession series, it stands alone and can be read without reading The Billionaire's Obsession series. But this is a steamy alpha billionaire romance, so skip it if you dislike sensual romance and explicit language.
Trace and Eva's story:
My name is Eva Morales, and I was one step away from being homeless when Trace Walker came into my life. I want to hate him because of my past, but I end up making what I consider a "devil's bargain" with the arrogant young billionaire instead. Really, I have no choice. It's either take the work he's offering or starve, and I've been hungry long enough.
I didn't think being his fake fiancee for the holidays would be a difficult job, but it ends up more complicated than I ever imagined, and I see a whole new side of Trace once he lets his guard down. He's haunted by his past--just like me, But there are things I can never tell him, secrets I don't dare reveal.
Eventually, I find myself in a difficult situation because our volatile attraction to each other won't be denied. Should I tell him the truth, or do I finish the job he's paying me for and walk away with my secrets still hidden, my pride still intact? He's paying me enough for this job to take care of myself once it's over. I've always been alone, and I always thought I preferred it...until I met Trace. I'd have to put everything on the line to be honest with him, but he very well might be the first man who is worth the risk. Honestly, I'd be endangering more than just my pride. I could handle feeling like a loser, because I've pretty much felt that way my entire life. What really terrifies me is being vulnerable and the possibility of ending up with a shattered heart....
Trace and Eva's story:
My name is Eva Morales, and I was one step away from being homeless when Trace Walker came into my life. I want to hate him because of my past, but I end up making what I consider a "devil's bargain" with the arrogant young billionaire instead. Really, I have no choice. It's either take the work he's offering or starve, and I've been hungry long enough.
I didn't think being his fake fiancee for the holidays would be a difficult job, but it ends up more complicated than I ever imagined, and I see a whole new side of Trace once he lets his guard down. He's haunted by his past--just like me, But there are things I can never tell him, secrets I don't dare reveal.
Eventually, I find myself in a difficult situation because our volatile attraction to each other won't be denied. Should I tell him the truth, or do I finish the job he's paying me for and walk away with my secrets still hidden, my pride still intact? He's paying me enough for this job to take care of myself once it's over. I've always been alone, and I always thought I preferred it...until I met Trace. I'd have to put everything on the line to be honest with him, but he very well might be the first man who is worth the risk. Honestly, I'd be endangering more than just my pride. I could handle feeling like a loser, because I've pretty much felt that way my entire life. What really terrifies me is being vulnerable and the possibility of ending up with a shattered heart....
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October 18, 2024
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- I READ THIS ONE TWO YEARS AGO AND I THOROUGHLY ENJOYED IT. LOVED THE WALKER BROTHER SERIES VERY MUCH.
I loved it! Trace and Eva were both amazing characters.
Sexy billionaire Trace is Gage’s cousin we met in Billionaire Unbound (The Billionaire's Obsession #8). I found him intriguing and wanted to know his story. So when I received Ms. J.S. Scott’s newsletter and discovered that she was releasing Trace’s story as a Christmas surprise, I was glad!
So there’s no question, every time this lady comes out with a book I know I’m going to love it before I even read the first page. This book was no exception and I enjoyed everything from start to finish.
Can’t wait to read about Sebastian and Dane Walker.
- I READ THIS ONE TWO YEARS AGO AND I THOROUGHLY ENJOYED IT. LOVED THE WALKER BROTHER SERIES VERY MUCH.
I loved it! Trace and Eva were both amazing characters.
Sexy billionaire Trace is Gage’s cousin we met in Billionaire Unbound (The Billionaire's Obsession #8). I found him intriguing and wanted to know his story. So when I received Ms. J.S. Scott’s newsletter and discovered that she was releasing Trace’s story as a Christmas surprise, I was glad!
So there’s no question, every time this lady comes out with a book I know I’m going to love it before I even read the first page. This book was no exception and I enjoyed everything from start to finish.
Can’t wait to read about Sebastian and Dane Walker.
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June 22, 2016Enjoyable Read.
H is h's stepbro. They did not know each other before. H's dad and h's mom got married and had a plane crash afterwards. The H and his brothers did not know their new stepmom, They only met her on the wedding day and also h's mom hid the fact that she had a daughter.
h went to H to ask him for a job and he asks her to be his fake fiance.
H is h's stepbro. They did not know each other before. H's dad and h's mom got married and had a plane crash afterwards. The H and his brothers did not know their new stepmom, They only met her on the wedding day and also h's mom hid the fact that she had a daughter.
h went to H to ask him for a job and he asks her to be his fake fiance.
March 12, 2021
This was a surprise book, but what a wonderful surprise!!! Trace and Eva are so wonderful together. They each have so much heartache but together their lives just seem to gel. If you love romances this is one you don't want to miss. Jan's books are well worth the price to keep in your library and read over and over again!
June 8, 2017
TOTALMENTE INVEROSÍMIL...
Francamente es uno de los peores libros de romances fingidos que leí.
Ni siquiera me voy a molestar en hacer reseña. No pienso perder más el tiempo pero con emojis mi reseña sería así: 🙄🤦🏻♀️
Francamente es uno de los peores libros de romances fingidos que leí.
Ni siquiera me voy a molestar en hacer reseña. No pienso perder más el tiempo pero con emojis mi reseña sería así: 🙄🤦🏻♀️
April 24, 2018
This was another one where the premise of the fake engagement didn't make a whole lot of sense.
Trace hires Eva to play his fiance in order to show his ex, who is now dating his younger brother, that there is no way he'd take her back.
Like in what universe would a woman think dating her ex's vulnerable younger brother is the answer to winning him back? To me, it just shows that she's manipulative and evil to try and play both brothers against each other and if the H is too stupid to see that, they deserve each other. This villian was just dumb IMO.
Luckily for us, Trace does see right through her and she literally is just an annoy pest in the few scenes she comes out in.
Mostly this focuses on Eva and Trace finding each other at the perfect time and falling in love. But their familial connection was also weird and felt unnecessary.
Trace's father married Eva's mom in a quickie wedding in Las Vegas and then on the way home, both died in a plane crash. So we have the taboo element that Eva and Trace are actually step brother and sister. Not so taboo since they never even met and because Eva's mom was a raging psycho path, never even mentioned she had a daughter.
This was insta-love and super fast paced but when you take all the crazy OTT bits, this was actualy a really sweet romance with a guy who was super supportive, caring and protective of his h and an h that was both sweet and damanged (she has some self esteem issues) that learns to leave the past behind and accept happiness and love.
Would I recommend?
I liked it for the most part so I can see myself recommending this one when you have a couple of hours too kill and aren't looking for an easy insta-love read with some steam.
SAFETY INFO:
Trace hires Eva to play his fiance in order to show his ex, who is now dating his younger brother, that there is no way he'd take her back.
Like in what universe would a woman think dating her ex's vulnerable younger brother is the answer to winning him back? To me, it just shows that she's manipulative and evil to try and play both brothers against each other and if the H is too stupid to see that, they deserve each other. This villian was just dumb IMO.
Luckily for us, Trace does see right through her and she literally is just an annoy pest in the few scenes she comes out in.
Mostly this focuses on Eva and Trace finding each other at the perfect time and falling in love. But their familial connection was also weird and felt unnecessary.
Trace's father married Eva's mom in a quickie wedding in Las Vegas and then on the way home, both died in a plane crash. So we have the taboo element that Eva and Trace are actually step brother and sister. Not so taboo since they never even met and because Eva's mom was a raging psycho path, never even mentioned she had a daughter.
This was insta-love and super fast paced but when you take all the crazy OTT bits, this was actualy a really sweet romance with a guy who was super supportive, caring and protective of his h and an h that was both sweet and damanged (she has some self esteem issues) that learns to leave the past behind and accept happiness and love.
Would I recommend?
I liked it for the most part so I can see myself recommending this one when you have a couple of hours too kill and aren't looking for an easy insta-love read with some steam.
SAFETY INFO:
August 11, 2016
I can't believe I had this little gem on my reader for weeks and kept passing it over. Such a sweet Cinderella-esque story, with smutty goodness woven in!
Trace was a serious and focused hero. At age 21, he took over the family business upon his father's death. Now he's 27 and determined to be the backbone of the family, like his father was.
Eva, although down on her luck, was a great heroine. She had seen so many hard times. She had no one in her life that she could depend on. She approached Trace desperate for a job, and he had a perfect position for her.
This totally worked for me.
-zero cheating.
-Trace didn't come across as a manwhore (He had one girlfriend in the past and she attempted to cause trouble in this story but wasn't successful)
-virgin heroine
-no pushing away
-short epilogue w/ a HFN ending
This is the first in a series. Even though it was released last December, the next book hasn't been released yet. It's safe to assume the next stories will be about Trace's brothers, Sebastian and Dane. I hope the author won't leave us hanging with the next books!
Trace was a serious and focused hero. At age 21, he took over the family business upon his father's death. Now he's 27 and determined to be the backbone of the family, like his father was.
Eva, although down on her luck, was a great heroine. She had seen so many hard times. She had no one in her life that she could depend on. She approached Trace desperate for a job, and he had a perfect position for her.
This totally worked for me.
-zero cheating.
-Trace didn't come across as a manwhore (He had one girlfriend in the past and she attempted to cause trouble in this story but wasn't successful)
-virgin heroine
-no pushing away
-short epilogue w/ a HFN ending
This is the first in a series. Even though it was released last December, the next book hasn't been released yet. It's safe to assume the next stories will be about Trace's brothers, Sebastian and Dane. I hope the author won't leave us hanging with the next books!
July 30, 2017
3 Stars
Overall Opinion: This was a quick, easy, light, and cute read. It has relatively low angst. It was of course predictable that they'd fall for another -- because they always do right? ;) But it was still an enjoyable read.
Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Eva and Trace's story. The meet when Eva goes to his office in hopes of attaining a job in one of his many resorts. He offers her the highly paid job of being his fake fiancé over the holidays. The more time they spend together, the façade starts to diminish as they develop real feelings for each other. There are some secrets being revealed, some sexy times, some family drama, and some ex drama...but they get their HEA in the end.
POV: This alternated between Eva and Trace's POV.
Overall Pace of Story: Ok. I did skim a little in the part win the H's family drama, but otherwise it had a good flow. I read it fast.
Instalove: Not really. It took a while to develop, but it was pretty quick since the book takes place over a short amount of time (~Thanksgiving to Christmas)
H rating: 3 stars. Trace. He was sweet for Eva, but otherwise meh.
h rating: 4 stars. Eva. I liked her determination and honesty.
Sadness level: Low. I didn't need any tissues.
Heat level: Moderate. They have some good chemistry.
Descriptive sex: Yes
Safe sex:Yes. They use condoms until he realizes she's on birth control and they're both clean.
OW/OM drama: The H has an ex that is with his younger brother and has expressed interest in getting back together with him. She causes a little bit of drama at the end, but it is resolved easily.
Sex scene with OW or OM:
Cheating:
Possible Triggers:
Closure: It had a cute epilogue with a good amount of closure that I would call a HEA ending.
How I got it: It was part of my kindle unlimited subscription.
Overall Opinion: This was a quick, easy, light, and cute read. It has relatively low angst. It was of course predictable that they'd fall for another -- because they always do right? ;) But it was still an enjoyable read.
Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Eva and Trace's story. The meet when Eva goes to his office in hopes of attaining a job in one of his many resorts. He offers her the highly paid job of being his fake fiancé over the holidays. The more time they spend together, the façade starts to diminish as they develop real feelings for each other. There are some secrets being revealed, some sexy times, some family drama, and some ex drama...but they get their HEA in the end.
POV: This alternated between Eva and Trace's POV.
Overall Pace of Story: Ok. I did skim a little in the part win the H's family drama, but otherwise it had a good flow. I read it fast.
Instalove: Not really. It took a while to develop, but it was pretty quick since the book takes place over a short amount of time (~Thanksgiving to Christmas)
H rating: 3 stars. Trace. He was sweet for Eva, but otherwise meh.
h rating: 4 stars. Eva. I liked her determination and honesty.
Sadness level: Low. I didn't need any tissues.
Heat level: Moderate. They have some good chemistry.
Descriptive sex: Yes
Safe sex:Yes. They use condoms until he realizes she's on birth control and they're both clean.
OW/OM drama: The H has an ex that is with his younger brother and has expressed interest in getting back together with him. She causes a little bit of drama at the end, but it is resolved easily.
Sex scene with OW or OM:
Cheating:
Possible Triggers:
Closure: It had a cute epilogue with a good amount of closure that I would call a HEA ending.
How I got it: It was part of my kindle unlimited subscription.
August 14, 2016
*3.5 Stars**
Short and sweet Cinderella type story.
Short and sweet Cinderella type story.
December 20, 2015
This was a Cinderella story but began with H hired h to be his fake fiance.
At first, I thought H was just another self-centered rich man, but it turned out he was sweet and considerate, not only to his brothers but also h.
When I thought the drama was going to happen, it didn't happen the way I thought, what a surprise.
If you're in the mood for a Cinderella story, try this book.
At first, I thought H was just another self-centered rich man, but it turned out he was sweet and considerate, not only to his brothers but also h.
When I thought the drama was going to happen, it didn't happen the way I thought, what a surprise.
If you're in the mood for a Cinderella story, try this book.
February 12, 2018
So I’m on a romance binge right now, I guess with Valentine’s Day around the corner and being married for 11 years with two kids I wanted to escape to steamy and flutter balls in the tummy, so far they’ve been enjoyable enough. But. Yep, a but, this ones insta love and insta problem solve with limited twists and turns was a bit much. Plus the plot was was too predictable after the second chapter. The plot for her to be his fake fiancé made no sense at all to me either.
It was t a horrible book for me, and I know if you’re looking for the wambam thank you man love story than this is for you.
Over all not going to continue with series but don’t feel like I wasted 5 hours I’ll never get back.
Good luck :)
It was t a horrible book for me, and I know if you’re looking for the wambam thank you man love story than this is for you.
Over all not going to continue with series but don’t feel like I wasted 5 hours I’ll never get back.
Good luck :)
October 24, 2016
Amé a Trace! Locamente! La historia es muy buena, creativa y esas dotes de Alfa me vuemven loca! Eva es maravillosa, perfecta para él! Quiero saber sobre Sebastián y Dane! Y quiero que Trace y Eva tengan hermosos bebés!
January 2, 2016
Look forward to more in this series, especially Dane's story.
June 20, 2020
This is the first of the Walker brothers series.
I am not sure how its taken me so long to get round to reading to this!
I loved Trace and Eva's journey.
Eva has been through so much in such a short life, and I love how Trace sees through all of it, and shows her what she really deserves.
I am not sure how its taken me so long to get round to reading to this!
I loved Trace and Eva's journey.
Eva has been through so much in such a short life, and I love how Trace sees through all of it, and shows her what she really deserves.
December 28, 2015
A surprise release that blew me away. Nobody knew that this Author was even writing a story of Trace Walker who many would have been introduced to in Chloe's story 'Billionaire Unbound'.
I was so intrigued by Trace and wanted to hear more, so imagine how excited I was reading a post saying 'surprise release' I downloaded and devoured with a huge smile on my face.
Trace takes over running his father's company when tragedy strikes. It's not that he never wanted the job but he thought he had many years before he took on such a huge role. He insistantly became the leader of his two brothers, Sebastian and Dane,not willing to show weakness at a time when they needed him the most. By building a wall around himself and taking control of every situation he's never allowed himself to really live, love and laugh, until the day Eva walked into his office.
Eva is a beautiful woman inside and out, considering the mother she had and the life she has had to deal with, it's a miracle her heart has remained intact, loving and very giving.
If anyone deserves a break and a chance at happiness it's Eva.
No story is ever complete without a few surprises and I was definitely surprised at the plot in this book. Let's just say certain topics are considered taboo in life but yet if you read this story, I think you will agree it's far from taboo, more it was destined to happen.
Really, who makes up the rules of life? Sometimes you just have to take a chance. Trace is not about to let Eva go so perhaps the sooner she is on the same page the better.
I have been fully fulfilled once again by this Author. Her stories take me just far enough for a thrill and beyond my wildest dreams of romance.
Thank you so much for this surprise book. As always, I am looking forward to reading more books by Author J.S.Scott.
October 20, 2016
Eva Morales es una joven con un pasado bastante triste y complicado cuyo último recurso para sobrevivir lo tiene el multimillonario Trace Walker al que acude desesperada por buscar trabajo. Ese trabajo no es lo que esperaba y mucho menos con un hombre por el que no siente mucha simpatía.
Desde que descubrí esta autora no ha dejado de sorprenderme, sus novelas no son extensas pero están bien escritas y son bastante entretenidas. Dentro del género erótico creo que es de las que destaca por no contener sexo en todos y cada uno de los capítulos; qué queréis que os diga, estoy cansada de las típicas novelas cuyos protagonistas no paran de echarse “pinchitos” jajaja y ninguna historia que merezca la pena mencionar.
En este caso me ha enamorado la historia de Eva y su romance con Trace, el mayor de los hermanos Walker es un macho alfa típico de estos libros aunque quizás edulcorado (si lo comparo con la otra serie de la autora), su relación con Eva es bonita y se complementan a la perfección. Eva es un personaje que es difícil de odiar no así su abuela cuya relación no entendí y bueno el otro personaje ni lo menciono porque es de lo peor (cuando leáis el libro sabréis a quién me refiero).
En fin que me ha encantado el libro, con un final como a los que le gustan a la autora y a mí también, jeje. Ya estoy enganchada para conocer a los restantes hermanos Walker, tanto Dane como Sebastian.
Desde que descubrí esta autora no ha dejado de sorprenderme, sus novelas no son extensas pero están bien escritas y son bastante entretenidas. Dentro del género erótico creo que es de las que destaca por no contener sexo en todos y cada uno de los capítulos; qué queréis que os diga, estoy cansada de las típicas novelas cuyos protagonistas no paran de echarse “pinchitos” jajaja y ninguna historia que merezca la pena mencionar.
En este caso me ha enamorado la historia de Eva y su romance con Trace, el mayor de los hermanos Walker es un macho alfa típico de estos libros aunque quizás edulcorado (si lo comparo con la otra serie de la autora), su relación con Eva es bonita y se complementan a la perfección. Eva es un personaje que es difícil de odiar no así su abuela cuya relación no entendí y bueno el otro personaje ni lo menciono porque es de lo peor (cuando leáis el libro sabréis a quién me refiero).
En fin que me ha encantado el libro, con un final como a los que le gustan a la autora y a mí también, jeje. Ya estoy enganchada para conocer a los restantes hermanos Walker, tanto Dane como Sebastian.
December 18, 2015
WOW WOW WOW
This is a fantastic Story, it also shows Author J.S. Scott ability to be within the trends, Yes its a step-bro Novel of sorts but it is also so much more. A wonderful fairytale and another great read from the Queen of ROMANCE.
When most of your life has been a struggle you find it impossibly hard to believe someone would care about you. When all the doors have been closed and people who were meant to protect you have done nothing but expose you to a life of misery and danger what do you do? Who do you turn to? Eva is strong, beautiful and a total survivor, she has had her share of bad situations, so when an opportunity arises and she reaches for it grabbing with all she has, last she expected was to be propositioned by a charming and utterly hot Alpha Billionaire.
Fans of Jan's Series will love this book and I can't wait to get the next instalment in the Walker Brothers Saga.
5 MAGNIFICENT stars! Isalovesbooks
This is a fantastic Story, it also shows Author J.S. Scott ability to be within the trends, Yes its a step-bro Novel of sorts but it is also so much more. A wonderful fairytale and another great read from the Queen of ROMANCE.
When most of your life has been a struggle you find it impossibly hard to believe someone would care about you. When all the doors have been closed and people who were meant to protect you have done nothing but expose you to a life of misery and danger what do you do? Who do you turn to? Eva is strong, beautiful and a total survivor, she has had her share of bad situations, so when an opportunity arises and she reaches for it grabbing with all she has, last she expected was to be propositioned by a charming and utterly hot Alpha Billionaire.
Fans of Jan's Series will love this book and I can't wait to get the next instalment in the Walker Brothers Saga.
5 MAGNIFICENT stars! Isalovesbooks
April 10, 2017
Standalone/Cliffhanger: Standalone but part of a series
Ages of H and h: In their 20s
Multi-Luv'n/Ménages:
Was There Descriptive Sex:
Descriptive Sex &/Or Drama Between H/h With OW/OM:
>>If So, Before or After H/h Hookup:
Contains Cheating:
Amount of Sex In The Book:
HEA/HFN/etc Ending:
Will This Meet My 'Safety Gang' Buddies' Approval:
Any Triggers/Warnings: No
>>Detail: Trace's Ex attempts to blackmail Eva to get her to leave Trace but it doesn't work
Do You Recommend This Book: Yes.
Will You Re-read This Book: No
Would You Read More Books By This Author: Yes
Ages of H and h: In their 20s
Multi-Luv'n/Ménages:
Was There Descriptive Sex:
Descriptive Sex &/Or Drama Between H/h With OW/OM:
>>If So, Before or After H/h Hookup:
Contains Cheating:
Amount of Sex In The Book:
HEA/HFN/etc Ending:
Will This Meet My 'Safety Gang' Buddies' Approval:
Any Triggers/Warnings: No
>>Detail: Trace's Ex attempts to blackmail Eva to get her to leave Trace but it doesn't work
Do You Recommend This Book: Yes.
Will You Re-read This Book: No
Would You Read More Books By This Author: Yes
January 9, 2016
This author has a formula and boy is she sticking to it. This was predictable and boring and same old, same old.
February 27, 2019
Sweet. I liked Eva. She was almost too much of a martyr. But she did not go overboard. I also really liked Trace. This was low angst. Pretty much insta love.
December 22, 2016
My heart is overflowing after reading RELEASE: A Walker Brothers novel! No one writes big, brawny, big-hearted billionaires like the magnificent J.S. Scott and she has proven her grandeur yet again with this surprise book!
Twenty-seven-year old billionaire tycoon Trace Walker needs to hire a fake fiancée for the holidays, but the hungry, penniless woman who comes into his office, begging for employment, isn’t exactly the ideal candidate for the job. Nevertheless, there is just something about this dark-haired Latino beauty, cloaked in ripped jeans and an air of desperation, that rouses his Alpha caveman instincts! Before long, he feeds the hungry young woman a long overdue meal, lays out the terms of their mutually beneficial business arrangement, and seals the deal with a hot, smoldering kiss! Despite coming from two very different worlds, their temporary arrangement soon begins to feel all-too-real, but as their feelings of lust for one another blossoms into full blown love, can these two unlikely lovers release the ghosts of the past and embrace their very own Christmas miracle?
I was blown away by the depth of emotion and complexity in this Walker Brothers tale, book one of a trilogy about three Billionaire brothers whose lives were torn asunder by an unspeakable tragedy. I found it to be so deeply moving and utterly intoxicating it left my breathless! What I treasure about J.S. Scott’s books is that she draws you so intricately into the hearts and souls of her characters that you fall instantly, irrevocably, in love with them! But the road to HEA for Trace and Eva is bumpy indeed! Both are grappling with dark, agonizing emotional obstacles that they must overcome. For starters, Trace was thrust into the position as head of the Walker family—a role he never wanted to take on--after his father and brand new stepmother died in tragic plane crash three days after their wedding. His youngest brother, Dane, who was also a passenger on the plane, was the only survivor, but he was horribly injured and clung to life for days. For a while there they didn’t even know if he would survive.
Now, six years later, Trace is shouldering the burdens of his younger siblings’ well being all on his own and it’s taken a toll. My heart just bled for poor Trace! Ever since that horrific tragedy, he has poured his entire life into taking on the reins of the family empire and trying to keep his wayward brothers in line. But they are not exactly appreciative of him trying to manage their lives. His relationship with Sebastian and Dane is terribly fractured, and he doesn’t know if they’ll ever be able to bond as a real family again. So even though on the surface, the filthy rich, formidable billionaire seems to have the world at this feet, appearances are very deceiving. In truth, Trace is achingly lonely and holds his emotions close to his vest. His existence is all work and not much play, but then one day in walks this beautiful Latino spitfire who makes him FEEL again, gives him a real sense purpose, and shines a beautiful beacon of light into his dark, desolate world.
As for Eva Morales, I just loved her to pieces! The impoverished, orphaned daughter of a poor farmer’s daughter and a gold digging vixen is such a wonderful, sympathetic, endearing heroine, the perfect match for our grouchy, growly hero! I adored her gentle, compassionate nature, fiery spirit, and her gutsy survival instincts. She has had a very difficult time of it over the years, especially after having to endure a terrible ordeal that shattered her life. But when the agonizing truth comes out, in typical J.S. Scott fashion, its Caveman Trace to the rescue! A fixer by nature, he makes it his mission to right the wrongs of Eva’s past, even if it means throwing his weight around and rousing her temper as she rebels against his overbearing, bossy ways! But the one thing in his well ordered world that he CANNOT control is his raw, untamed desire for Eva….the only woman who has ever been able to break down the iron clad barriers around his heart.
And the woman of Trace’s erotic dreams struggles with her feelings for her “fake” fiancé as well. She had been deprived of feeling anything except fear and devastation for so long and is afraid to embrace the kind of all consuming passion and joy that Trace, her reluctant Prince Charming, is offering. But resisting her feelings for the gruffly charming Alpha billionaire is pure torture! Although they’d had two drastically different upbringings, they soon discover they have much more in common than either thought possible, and are true kindred spirits. Compatible in the bedroom—and out. Speaking of the bedroom….this couple has a scintillating chemistry and their sexual encounters are blazing hot and teeming with heartfelt emotion and exquisite tenderness!
I loved every single moment of this enchanting rags to riches Cinderella story. It has everything you want in a J.S. Scott romance: Brooding billionaire! Sweet yet feisty heroine! Epic love against all odds! Angst! Unbridled Passion! Family Dysfunction/Drama! And while this emotion-fraught tale definitely has its tearjerker moments, it has a gorgeously swoony storybook ending fit for a princess. Only downside? Now, I must wait with baited breath for the “release” of Sebastian and Dane’s books! I think the Walker brothers have officially become my new billionaire obsession!!!
Twenty-seven-year old billionaire tycoon Trace Walker needs to hire a fake fiancée for the holidays, but the hungry, penniless woman who comes into his office, begging for employment, isn’t exactly the ideal candidate for the job. Nevertheless, there is just something about this dark-haired Latino beauty, cloaked in ripped jeans and an air of desperation, that rouses his Alpha caveman instincts! Before long, he feeds the hungry young woman a long overdue meal, lays out the terms of their mutually beneficial business arrangement, and seals the deal with a hot, smoldering kiss! Despite coming from two very different worlds, their temporary arrangement soon begins to feel all-too-real, but as their feelings of lust for one another blossoms into full blown love, can these two unlikely lovers release the ghosts of the past and embrace their very own Christmas miracle?
I was blown away by the depth of emotion and complexity in this Walker Brothers tale, book one of a trilogy about three Billionaire brothers whose lives were torn asunder by an unspeakable tragedy. I found it to be so deeply moving and utterly intoxicating it left my breathless! What I treasure about J.S. Scott’s books is that she draws you so intricately into the hearts and souls of her characters that you fall instantly, irrevocably, in love with them! But the road to HEA for Trace and Eva is bumpy indeed! Both are grappling with dark, agonizing emotional obstacles that they must overcome. For starters, Trace was thrust into the position as head of the Walker family—a role he never wanted to take on--after his father and brand new stepmother died in tragic plane crash three days after their wedding. His youngest brother, Dane, who was also a passenger on the plane, was the only survivor, but he was horribly injured and clung to life for days. For a while there they didn’t even know if he would survive.
Now, six years later, Trace is shouldering the burdens of his younger siblings’ well being all on his own and it’s taken a toll. My heart just bled for poor Trace! Ever since that horrific tragedy, he has poured his entire life into taking on the reins of the family empire and trying to keep his wayward brothers in line. But they are not exactly appreciative of him trying to manage their lives. His relationship with Sebastian and Dane is terribly fractured, and he doesn’t know if they’ll ever be able to bond as a real family again. So even though on the surface, the filthy rich, formidable billionaire seems to have the world at this feet, appearances are very deceiving. In truth, Trace is achingly lonely and holds his emotions close to his vest. His existence is all work and not much play, but then one day in walks this beautiful Latino spitfire who makes him FEEL again, gives him a real sense purpose, and shines a beautiful beacon of light into his dark, desolate world.
As for Eva Morales, I just loved her to pieces! The impoverished, orphaned daughter of a poor farmer’s daughter and a gold digging vixen is such a wonderful, sympathetic, endearing heroine, the perfect match for our grouchy, growly hero! I adored her gentle, compassionate nature, fiery spirit, and her gutsy survival instincts. She has had a very difficult time of it over the years, especially after having to endure a terrible ordeal that shattered her life. But when the agonizing truth comes out, in typical J.S. Scott fashion, its Caveman Trace to the rescue! A fixer by nature, he makes it his mission to right the wrongs of Eva’s past, even if it means throwing his weight around and rousing her temper as she rebels against his overbearing, bossy ways! But the one thing in his well ordered world that he CANNOT control is his raw, untamed desire for Eva….the only woman who has ever been able to break down the iron clad barriers around his heart.
And the woman of Trace’s erotic dreams struggles with her feelings for her “fake” fiancé as well. She had been deprived of feeling anything except fear and devastation for so long and is afraid to embrace the kind of all consuming passion and joy that Trace, her reluctant Prince Charming, is offering. But resisting her feelings for the gruffly charming Alpha billionaire is pure torture! Although they’d had two drastically different upbringings, they soon discover they have much more in common than either thought possible, and are true kindred spirits. Compatible in the bedroom—and out. Speaking of the bedroom….this couple has a scintillating chemistry and their sexual encounters are blazing hot and teeming with heartfelt emotion and exquisite tenderness!
I loved every single moment of this enchanting rags to riches Cinderella story. It has everything you want in a J.S. Scott romance: Brooding billionaire! Sweet yet feisty heroine! Epic love against all odds! Angst! Unbridled Passion! Family Dysfunction/Drama! And while this emotion-fraught tale definitely has its tearjerker moments, it has a gorgeously swoony storybook ending fit for a princess. Only downside? Now, I must wait with baited breath for the “release” of Sebastian and Dane’s books! I think the Walker brothers have officially become my new billionaire obsession!!!
April 21, 2019
Even if I read these books out of order, I really enjoyed Release! It was sweet, hot, and made a lot of sense, especially because I'd already met Trace in Sebastian's book :)
March 27, 2017
Release!: A Walker Brothers Novel (The Walker Brothers Book 1 is by J.S. Scott. This goes along with the Billionaires series. The characters are very realistic and personable. You really get to know the main characters very well by the time you are finished. There are some explicit sex scenes so this should be kept away from under aged people.
Trace Walker had taken his position as head of the Walker family as well as head of Walker industries very seriously. He had always known he would take over the company someday; but never dreamed he would take over due to his Father’s death. His Father and his new wife had died in a plane crash on their way home from their Las Vegas wedding. His youngest brother, Dane who had just graduated from high school, was badly injured in the crash and now was scarred badly. Because they had to get back to college for exams, Trace and Sebastian had left earlier after the wedding. After a fiasco of a fling with Brittany, Trace did not have much to do with women except on a one-night basis. Now, he needed a fake fiancé. His friend, Chloe, was sending a friend of hers to see him. This friend needed some extra money so agreed to do the job. Now he was ready to interview this friend.
Eva Morales desperately needed a job. She decided her only step left to take was to see Trace Walker in person and ask for a job. She was terrified to see him; but knew she had to. The interview started off badly when he assumed she was Chloe’s friend. However, she told him the truth of who she was and that she just wanted a job, not as a fiancé. He promised her a choice of jobs anywhere in the world when the job of being his fiancé was finished. It would also include a wardrobe and money when she finished. Although she had to use her ace in the hole to get him to agree to hire her, she decided to take the job.
What is her ace in the hole? Will this job work out for both of them? What will he do once he finds out the full truth behind her past?
Trace Walker had taken his position as head of the Walker family as well as head of Walker industries very seriously. He had always known he would take over the company someday; but never dreamed he would take over due to his Father’s death. His Father and his new wife had died in a plane crash on their way home from their Las Vegas wedding. His youngest brother, Dane who had just graduated from high school, was badly injured in the crash and now was scarred badly. Because they had to get back to college for exams, Trace and Sebastian had left earlier after the wedding. After a fiasco of a fling with Brittany, Trace did not have much to do with women except on a one-night basis. Now, he needed a fake fiancé. His friend, Chloe, was sending a friend of hers to see him. This friend needed some extra money so agreed to do the job. Now he was ready to interview this friend.
Eva Morales desperately needed a job. She decided her only step left to take was to see Trace Walker in person and ask for a job. She was terrified to see him; but knew she had to. The interview started off badly when he assumed she was Chloe’s friend. However, she told him the truth of who she was and that she just wanted a job, not as a fiancé. He promised her a choice of jobs anywhere in the world when the job of being his fiancé was finished. It would also include a wardrobe and money when she finished. Although she had to use her ace in the hole to get him to agree to hire her, she decided to take the job.
What is her ace in the hole? Will this job work out for both of them? What will he do once he finds out the full truth behind her past?
April 25, 2018
Trace, our hero, needs a woman to be his fake fiance during the Christmas holidays. In walks Eva, who is looking for a job, through a misunderstanding a deal is made, but Eva cannot lie and tells him the truth of their actual meeting. A little bit of shocker, of who she is to him and why she felt she had to go to him and get a job. Poor girl has been through a very horrible and difficult life and then framed for something she did not do. But Eva is a fighter and continues to move forward hence her reason why she is at Trace's office. Trace fights his feelings for Eva. Her soul is honest and she is beautiful to him. Slowly she breaks down his walls and they do find their HEA! We also get to meet Trace's other 2 brothers, Sebastien and Dane, whom I hope will get stories as well. Filled with hot steamy sex and very little angst, I enjoyed their story and look forward to more from Ms. Scott.
December 22, 2015
Trace and Eva Story was wonderful....
It was pack with some many strong holds..
Honestly by the main characters , Understanding from their personal point of view, the working towards a better relationship. This was so many strong positive aspects to this introduction of the Walker Family I'm speechless , and don't quite know where to start...
The emotions push through so much in the dialogue I cried, and laughed along with the characters.. I meet the future possibilities by the author and I'm so looking to more of the Walker Family
It was pack with some many strong holds..
Honestly by the main characters , Understanding from their personal point of view, the working towards a better relationship. This was so many strong positive aspects to this introduction of the Walker Family I'm speechless , and don't quite know where to start...
The emotions push through so much in the dialogue I cried, and laughed along with the characters.. I meet the future possibilities by the author and I'm so looking to more of the Walker Family
December 20, 2015
A surprise book from one of my favorite authors. An intro into a new family. The Walkers. Trace Walker has decided he needs a fake fiancé for the upcoming holidays. Eva Morales will be the one filling that "job position". Few surprises along the way, but one of my favorites is when Eva gets Trace to do things he has never done before, like go to the grocery store. A fun, light, steamy hot read! Loved this!
November 28, 2019
Top 10 Kindle Unlimited Author
5 Star Kindle Unlimited Read
J.S. Scott is fast climbing the ladder to my top 10 Kindle Unlimited Authors. Release had just enough sizzling scenes and tender moments to keep me reading. I devoured Release in 1 day. Can't wait to start Player book 2 in the series.
5 Star Kindle Unlimited Read
J.S. Scott is fast climbing the ladder to my top 10 Kindle Unlimited Authors. Release had just enough sizzling scenes and tender moments to keep me reading. I devoured Release in 1 day. Can't wait to start Player book 2 in the series.
September 9, 2016
2.5 stars. Something was missing for me.
March 22, 2016
Trace and Eva was excellent read. First and above all family first. Money isn't everything. Finally you just don't know how life lessons strengthen you.
August 28, 2019
Loved the heroine! She suffered so much because of her disgusting mom and she totally deserved her happy ending with her gorgeous man!
I could've done without all the evil drama caused by the former other woman Britney, but the H's total hate for Britney more than made up for it!
I don't know if I'll be reading Dane's book, because I think he's an idiot for putting up with Britney after she was the H's mistress!
I could've done without all the evil drama caused by the former other woman Britney, but the H's total hate for Britney more than made up for it!
I don't know if I'll be reading Dane's book, because I think he's an idiot for putting up with Britney after she was the H's mistress!
March 18, 2019
I love Trace and Eva. They are perfect for each other. I wish some parts were elaborated on a bit more but overall it was a great start to a series!!!
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