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Stark Ever After #6.5
Cherish Me
From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author J. Kenner comes a new story in her Stark Ever After series…
My life with Damien has always been magical, and never more so than during the holidays, a time for us to celebrate the hardships we’ve overcome and the incredible gift that is our family. Over the years, he has both protected and cherished me. He has made my life more rich and full than I could ever have imagined.
This year, he’s treating me and our daughters to a holiday in Manhattan. With parades and ice skating, toy displays and candies. And, most of all, with each other.
It’s a wonderful gift, a trip I will always cherish. But this year, I’m the one with the surprise. And I can’t wait to see the look of delight and awe when I finally share my secret with Damien.
**Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you'll enjoy each one as much as we do.**
My life with Damien has always been magical, and never more so than during the holidays, a time for us to celebrate the hardships we’ve overcome and the incredible gift that is our family. Over the years, he has both protected and cherished me. He has made my life more rich and full than I could ever have imagined.
This year, he’s treating me and our daughters to a holiday in Manhattan. With parades and ice skating, toy displays and candies. And, most of all, with each other.
It’s a wonderful gift, a trip I will always cherish. But this year, I’m the one with the surprise. And I can’t wait to see the look of delight and awe when I finally share my secret with Damien.
**Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you'll enjoy each one as much as we do.**
90 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 3, 2020
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About the author
J. Kenner
188 books10.4k followersJ. Kenner (aka Julie Kenner) is the New York Times, USA Today, Publishers Weekly, Wall Street Journal and #1 International bestselling author of over one hundred novels, novellas and short stories in a variety of genres.
Though known primarily for her award-winning and international bestselling erotic romances (including the Stark and Most Wanted series) that have reached as high as #2 on the New York Times bestseller list, JK has been writing full time for over a decade in a variety of genres including paranormal and contemporary romance, “chicklit” suspense, urban fantasy, and paranormal mommy lit.
JK has been praised by Publishers Weekly as an author with a “flair for dialogue and eccentric characterizations” and by RT Bookclub for having “cornered the market on sinfully attractive, dominant antiheroes and the women who swoon for them.” A six time finalist for Romance Writers of America’s prestigious RITA award, JK took home the first RITA trophy awarded in the category of erotic romance in 2014 for her novel, Claim Me (book 2 of her Stark Trilogy) and in 2017 for Wicked Dirty in the same category. Her Demon Hunting Soccer Mom series (as Julie Kenner) is currently in development as a television show.
Her books have sold over three million copies and are published in over twenty languages.
In her previous career as an attorney, JK worked as a clerk on the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, and practiced primarily civil, entertainment and First Amendment litigation in Los Angeles and Irvine, California, as well as in Austin, Texas. She currently lives in Central Texas, with her husband, two daughters, and two rather spastic cats.
Though known primarily for her award-winning and international bestselling erotic romances (including the Stark and Most Wanted series) that have reached as high as #2 on the New York Times bestseller list, JK has been writing full time for over a decade in a variety of genres including paranormal and contemporary romance, “chicklit” suspense, urban fantasy, and paranormal mommy lit.
JK has been praised by Publishers Weekly as an author with a “flair for dialogue and eccentric characterizations” and by RT Bookclub for having “cornered the market on sinfully attractive, dominant antiheroes and the women who swoon for them.” A six time finalist for Romance Writers of America’s prestigious RITA award, JK took home the first RITA trophy awarded in the category of erotic romance in 2014 for her novel, Claim Me (book 2 of her Stark Trilogy) and in 2017 for Wicked Dirty in the same category. Her Demon Hunting Soccer Mom series (as Julie Kenner) is currently in development as a television show.
Her books have sold over three million copies and are published in over twenty languages.
In her previous career as an attorney, JK worked as a clerk on the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, and practiced primarily civil, entertainment and First Amendment litigation in Los Angeles and Irvine, California, as well as in Austin, Texas. She currently lives in Central Texas, with her husband, two daughters, and two rather spastic cats.
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November 2, 2020
As a huge fan of the tv show Brooklyn Nine-Nine, I just have to say the following:
YIPPIE KAYAK OTHER BUCKETS!
(don't worry, you don't have to know what this means - you'll only get it if you watch 99 or know the 'Christmas' movie referenced in this book!)
Anyway!
Yay! Time for another Damien & Nikki Novella! And even better - it's a Christmas-ish one! Whoooppeee!
I just love this series. I could read a Stark book every month for the rest of eternity!
This time Damien takes his girls to New York for some pre-Christmas fun.
But of course they wouldn't be the Starks if it all went off without a hitch.
Damien and his wife might think they're having a romantic dinner in their hotel ... but that's not really what's about to happen. ☺
I LOVED reading this.
It was so adorable and sexy and suspensy and dangerous.
We meet many of our favorite people again .. Dallas, Jane, Jackson, Ryan ...
I never ever want to say goodbye to the Stark world!
And now I can't wait for the next full-length Nikki & Damien book coming next fall! → Enchant Me.
CHERISH ME was another little sexy & exciting & adorable #MustRead in the amazing Stark Series! Run to your nearest amazon for your own Damien - this one will always be MINE! ☺
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November 4, 2020
I have always felt that Christmas is the most magical time of year so it didn't surprise me when I read in the blurb that Nikki had a secret and she couldn't wait to see the look of delight and awe when she finally shared it with Damien. For me Christmas is the best time for making memories with family and friends and I can guarantee this is one trip they wont forget.
J. Kenner includes elements from one of her favorite holiday movies - and mine too! Can you guess which one? Here's a little hint, not everyone considers this a holiday movie. I'm curious if you do or not....
Read the rest of my review along with an excerpt here: https://bit.ly/NBReviewCM
**I have voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this book for my Blog, Nadine's Obsessed with Books** I also purchased a copy
You can find me here: https://linktr.ee/NadineBookaholic
J. Kenner includes elements from one of her favorite holiday movies - and mine too! Can you guess which one? Here's a little hint, not everyone considers this a holiday movie. I'm curious if you do or not....
Read the rest of my review along with an excerpt here: https://bit.ly/NBReviewCM
**I have voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this book for my Blog, Nadine's Obsessed with Books** I also purchased a copyYou can find me here: https://linktr.ee/NadineBookaholic
November 4, 2020
4.25 stars--CHERISH ME by J. Kenner is instalment 6.5 and novella in the author’s contemporary, adult STARK EVER AFTER erotic, romance series focusing on billionaire Damien Stark, and his wife Nikki Fairchild-Stark. CHERISH ME can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous instalments is revealed where necessary.
Told from first person perspectives (Nikki) and third person (Damien) CHERISH ME follows the continuing romance and relationship between billionaire businessman Damien Stark, and his wife Nikki Fairchild-Stark. A few days before Christmas Nikki Stark wanted to surprise her husband with some unexpected news, so a couple days alone in Manhattan was the perfect opportunity but their hotel is about to be held hostage, and Nikki and Damien are caught in the middle. With a rare gem in the hotel vault, masked men take everyone hostage, in an effort to force the management to give up their prize. What ensues is the rescue of Nikki ala Die Hard and John McClane style, as Damien finds himself secreted in the ventilation system with an AK47, and several pounds of C4 he needs to hide.
CHERISH ME is a very quick read; a holiday-esque novella of secrets and lies; family and friendships; desperation, infiltration, power and greed. Several of the characters from the author’s over lapping and connected series have cameo roles including Jackson, Stark Security chief Ryan Hunter and Jamie, Dallas and Jane Sykes. The fast paced premise is intriguing and intoxicating; the characters are familiar, energetic and dynamic; the romance is passionate and seductive. Another wonderful addition to the numerous Stark series by J. Kenner
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Told from first person perspectives (Nikki) and third person (Damien) CHERISH ME follows the continuing romance and relationship between billionaire businessman Damien Stark, and his wife Nikki Fairchild-Stark. A few days before Christmas Nikki Stark wanted to surprise her husband with some unexpected news, so a couple days alone in Manhattan was the perfect opportunity but their hotel is about to be held hostage, and Nikki and Damien are caught in the middle. With a rare gem in the hotel vault, masked men take everyone hostage, in an effort to force the management to give up their prize. What ensues is the rescue of Nikki ala Die Hard and John McClane style, as Damien finds himself secreted in the ventilation system with an AK47, and several pounds of C4 he needs to hide.
CHERISH ME is a very quick read; a holiday-esque novella of secrets and lies; family and friendships; desperation, infiltration, power and greed. Several of the characters from the author’s over lapping and connected series have cameo roles including Jackson, Stark Security chief Ryan Hunter and Jamie, Dallas and Jane Sykes. The fast paced premise is intriguing and intoxicating; the characters are familiar, energetic and dynamic; the romance is passionate and seductive. Another wonderful addition to the numerous Stark series by J. Kenner
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October 26, 2020
What should have been a night to reconnect without the children turns into a night that neither Nikki or Damien will ever forget. Caught up in a jewelry heist gone wrong and separated, Damien relies on what the has learned from his employees at Stark Security to get Nikki to safety. Will this be the end of the best couples ever written? Or will this be another notch that Damien can cross off his endless list of job duties? Once again J. Kenner takes the readers on a roller coaster of a ride. Nikki and Damien stories never get old and this one only proves just how great J. Kenner can write. Loved it and will never get tired of these two!!
November 7, 2020
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An HJ Top Pick!
J. Kenner gave Nikki and Damien Stark fans an early holiday gift with Cherish Me, a 1001 Dark Nights novella–so you know it brought the sexy. Add in a huge secret and some action movie-type sequences and you’ve got yourself a five star story.
Julie Kenner has said in both the author notes in Cherish Me and online that she modeled the novella after a certain action flick that made “Yippee Ki Yay” famous. Whether you’re in the “It’s not a holiday movie” or “It’s totally a holiday movie” camp, the fight and action scenes Kenner came up with for Damien were exciting, fast paced, and added to the tension already going on in the Starks’ world... Read More
An HJ Top Pick!
J. Kenner gave Nikki and Damien Stark fans an early holiday gift with Cherish Me, a 1001 Dark Nights novella–so you know it brought the sexy. Add in a huge secret and some action movie-type sequences and you’ve got yourself a five star story.
Julie Kenner has said in both the author notes in Cherish Me and online that she modeled the novella after a certain action flick that made “Yippee Ki Yay” famous. Whether you’re in the “It’s not a holiday movie” or “It’s totally a holiday movie” camp, the fight and action scenes Kenner came up with for Damien were exciting, fast paced, and added to the tension already going on in the Starks’ world... Read More
November 4, 2020
Y’all Cherish Me is quintessential Nikki and Damien Stark—sexy, smart, sweet, suspenseful and swoony. And was just what I needed this week to take my mind off current events!
This little novel packs a whole lot of punch—and some holiday cheer too! It’s another glimpse into Nikki and Damien’s world—their life, their love, their family. And a glimpse at their future too.
I don’t want to give anything away, but trust me, Cherish Me is an amazing addition to the Stark Ever After series and should not be missed! ~ Missy, 5 stars
This little novel packs a whole lot of punch—and some holiday cheer too! It’s another glimpse into Nikki and Damien’s world—their life, their love, their family. And a glimpse at their future too.
I don’t want to give anything away, but trust me, Cherish Me is an amazing addition to the Stark Ever After series and should not be missed! ~ Missy, 5 stars
November 3, 2020
5 So Much More Than a Holiday Getaway Stars!!
I don’t think there will ever come a time that I won’t drop everything I’m reading if a new Damien and Nikki Stark book hits my kindle. There’s something about this hot couple that has me obsessed with them. I love their relationship, the love they have for each other, how they’ve healed each other in every way possible and now they have two beautiful girls that have truly changed everything they hold dear.
So when a trip to NYC happens for a holiday getaway that allows them to get some quality family time and exchanging of gifts not only with their girls, but with their friends and family that also are in the New York area. And while things kind of go as planned, it wouldn’t be a Damien and Nikki book if there wasn’t some suspense that truly kept me on the edge of my seat!
I’m not going to give anything away, but let’s just say, things are not what they seem and there are actions that could have catastrophic consequences to those they love the most. I’m telling you when it’s revealed who’s behind what’s happening I was shocked beyond all belief!! And we’re introduced to a new secondary character “Red” Cooper that I’m seriously hoping we get to see more of because, he’s good!!!
What this all comes down to, is the Julie Kenner has given me the perfect early holiday present because I got to spend some quality time with Damien and Nikki Stark!!
I don’t think there will ever come a time that I won’t drop everything I’m reading if a new Damien and Nikki Stark book hits my kindle. There’s something about this hot couple that has me obsessed with them. I love their relationship, the love they have for each other, how they’ve healed each other in every way possible and now they have two beautiful girls that have truly changed everything they hold dear.
So when a trip to NYC happens for a holiday getaway that allows them to get some quality family time and exchanging of gifts not only with their girls, but with their friends and family that also are in the New York area. And while things kind of go as planned, it wouldn’t be a Damien and Nikki book if there wasn’t some suspense that truly kept me on the edge of my seat!
I’m not going to give anything away, but let’s just say, things are not what they seem and there are actions that could have catastrophic consequences to those they love the most. I’m telling you when it’s revealed who’s behind what’s happening I was shocked beyond all belief!! And we’re introduced to a new secondary character “Red” Cooper that I’m seriously hoping we get to see more of because, he’s good!!!
What this all comes down to, is the Julie Kenner has given me the perfect early holiday present because I got to spend some quality time with Damien and Nikki Stark!!
October 21, 2020
Final Score - 4.5 Stars!
This time around, the whole gang is on a Christmas holiday in NYC (home to Dallas and Jane). And while Nikki's got some special news for Damien, he's contemplating a career change and whether that is a wise decision and how it will effect them as a couple & family. These two have a lot on their plate - the kids, their business, their marriage - but still manage to find time to relax and enjoy just being Nikki and Damien. Of course, this novella is not without drama, but lets just say - this couple can weather any storm put forth in their way.
It's always great to check with my favorites Nikki and Damien - and throwing in Dallas and Jane was the bonus that put this novella over the top for me! It was like visiting friends and family after a long separation, and just what I needed especially during this COVID restrictions. And can I just say how happy it was read something that had NO mention of COVID? A breathe and a break I think we all needed! Can't wait to read more Nikki and Damien in the future.
This time around, the whole gang is on a Christmas holiday in NYC (home to Dallas and Jane). And while Nikki's got some special news for Damien, he's contemplating a career change and whether that is a wise decision and how it will effect them as a couple & family. These two have a lot on their plate - the kids, their business, their marriage - but still manage to find time to relax and enjoy just being Nikki and Damien. Of course, this novella is not without drama, but lets just say - this couple can weather any storm put forth in their way.
It's always great to check with my favorites Nikki and Damien - and throwing in Dallas and Jane was the bonus that put this novella over the top for me! It was like visiting friends and family after a long separation, and just what I needed especially during this COVID restrictions. And can I just say how happy it was read something that had NO mention of COVID? A breathe and a break I think we all needed! Can't wait to read more Nikki and Damien in the future.
October 29, 2020
I love catching up with Damien and Nikki but more importantly I love catching up with the whole gang from the Stark World, this may be a quick read but it still packs a mighty punch and if you love the characters from the Stark World you will want to read Cherish Me (Stark Ever After #6.5).
Nikki and Damien have a night away from the children and Nikki has planned a night of passion in a small hotel but it all goes terribly wrong when they get caught in the middle of a jewellery raid and they find themselves separated. Damien will always do what ever is needed to save the loves of his life but this time there is only him and he needs to act quickly......
This captivating, magical novella can certainly be read as a stand-alone but it will also be a must read for all Stark series fans, it has the perfect mix of love, passion and drama and I loved everything about it. I guess all that’s left for me to say is please one click this gem of a read because I’m sure it’s the perfect read to get you into the holiday spirit.
Nikki and Damien have a night away from the children and Nikki has planned a night of passion in a small hotel but it all goes terribly wrong when they get caught in the middle of a jewellery raid and they find themselves separated. Damien will always do what ever is needed to save the loves of his life but this time there is only him and he needs to act quickly......
This captivating, magical novella can certainly be read as a stand-alone but it will also be a must read for all Stark series fans, it has the perfect mix of love, passion and drama and I loved everything about it. I guess all that’s left for me to say is please one click this gem of a read because I’m sure it’s the perfect read to get you into the holiday spirit.
November 7, 2020
I’ll take more of Damien and Nikki Stark any way I can get them, and this time around, J Kenner is giving her readers some pre-holiday cheer in their newest book, Cherish Me. Heading into this installment, I had an idea what Christmas movie J. Kenner was hinting at borrowing elements from and I can wholeheartedly say that it definitely fits the who Damien Stark is and what he’s willing to do to protect the most important people in his life.
I’ll never tire of more full stories and novellas for this power couple. They’re one of the first hero/heroine pairs I was introduced to when I started reading romance, so they’ll always hold a special place in my romance couple files because every new book illustrates the ever-growing bond Damien and Nikki share as well as the importance of surrounding themselves with those they love and those they would willingly die to protect.
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I’ll never tire of more full stories and novellas for this power couple. They’re one of the first hero/heroine pairs I was introduced to when I started reading romance, so they’ll always hold a special place in my romance couple files because every new book illustrates the ever-growing bond Damien and Nikki share as well as the importance of surrounding themselves with those they love and those they would willingly die to protect.
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November 4, 2020
Oh yes! Damien and Nikki are back at it and they leave their girls overnight with Dallas and Jane so they can have a special night alone in Manhattan at a boutique hotel. Of course, you know all is not going to be smooth sailing with these two and while Nikki takes a phone call Damien slips out and then gunfire erupts. What ensues is shades of Die Hard meets The Starks as only Damien and his gang of security personnel who pull out all the stops from across the country to bringing in Dallas and his cohorts to the rescue. Just in time for Nikki to finally share her news with Damien. This is a keeper!
**Received this ARC for review**
**Received this ARC for review**
November 5, 2020
3 STARS ⭐⭐⭐
I read Nikki and Damien's story a long time ago so reading this book was a throwback kindoff.
This book has a lot of action which I really enjoyed reading and i have loved Nikki and Damien from the very first book so reading this book was a bonus
They both take trip to Manhattan with their daughters who are so freaking adorable to celebrate Christmas and Nikki has a surprise for Damien which is rare because he always figures everything out so it's surprising for him not to notice it. But I kinda guessed it and I was right.
to all the people who have loved the story of Nikki and Damian love this book also
I read Nikki and Damien's story a long time ago so reading this book was a throwback kindoff.
This book has a lot of action which I really enjoyed reading and i have loved Nikki and Damien from the very first book so reading this book was a bonus
They both take trip to Manhattan with their daughters who are so freaking adorable to celebrate Christmas and Nikki has a surprise for Damien which is rare because he always figures everything out so it's surprising for him not to notice it. But I kinda guessed it and I was right.
to all the people who have loved the story of Nikki and Damian love this book also
December 10, 2020
I could never get enough of Damien and Nikki Stark or the entire Stark family and friends.
November 10, 2020
J. Kenner has delivered once again. Love Damien and Nikki! They are one of the first book couples I fall in love with and I can't wait to read what's next for this dynamic couple.
November 3, 2020
Another fantastic book! I had a review that was outstanding and it was deleted. I don’t think I can explain how happy I get when reading about Nikki and Damien’s adventures!
J Kenner has once again given this book her all. A great read.
J Kenner has once again given this book her all. A great read.
October 23, 2020
4.5 Star Review Cherish Me (Stark Ever After Series #6.5) by J Kenner
A quick and steamy read with underlining darkness mixed in. I have always believed that Damien is the glue that holds Nikki together; his strength and love has helped her overcome so much but I had no idea just how much Damien depends on her to do the same for him until Cherish Me.
Although this is a quick read there was a lot packed into this story. There were times that I was on the edge of my seat whilst reading. The relationship between Damien and Nikki is just as intense and passionate as ever and there is even more to celebrate as we learn whilst reading.
A quick and steamy read with underlining darkness mixed in. I have always believed that Damien is the glue that holds Nikki together; his strength and love has helped her overcome so much but I had no idea just how much Damien depends on her to do the same for him until Cherish Me.
Although this is a quick read there was a lot packed into this story. There were times that I was on the edge of my seat whilst reading. The relationship between Damien and Nikki is just as intense and passionate as ever and there is even more to celebrate as we learn whilst reading.
November 2, 2020
Overall Grade: ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 1/2
You must know that, should J. Kenner release a new book in the Nikki and Damien Stark saga, this girl, this reader, is all in. It’s an immediate pre-order purchase, and I sign up for an ARC immediately because Nikki and Damien Stark are that addicting. J. Kenner writes stories in their world that engage you and keep you suspended on the edge of your seat from the suspense of the story, the sweetness of the relationship between them, between their friends and family, and between them and their children.
J. Kenner’s newest release, a novella entitled Cherish Me, is more of that. Set during Christmas time, Nikki, Damien, and their children set off for New York where they spend some time with Dallas and Jane, a couple from Kenner’s Stark Universe. While there, Damien suggests that Dallas joins his newly formed Stark Security. During that discussion, Dallas challenges Damien for the same, given that Damien feels as though he has achieved just about everything he can achieve. With that in his mind, Nikki and Damien are off for Manhattan for the night...alone. Nikki has planned a solitary time for them while their children stay behind with Dallas and Jane for night. Their night is meant to be spent at a newly rehabilitated boutique hotel, not under the Stark brand. What ends up happening during their stay will shock you.
Quite frankly, Cherish Me is Damien Stark meets Die Hard. This is a novella, so it is but a snippet of a night between Nikki and Damien. However, in true J. Kenner form, she engages you in their on-going story. Quite frankly, I don’t know how much more this couple can take, but Cherish Me is everything you love about their stories: fast-paced, full of action and suspense with a bit of steam on the side. This one also holds a big surprise. As I was reading, I found myself smiling and gasping, worried for the end. However, Damien and Nikki are fated lovers, so, even though strife shades their life, they always end up with a happy ending.
If you want a quick read that will make you chuckle for its allusions to people’s favorite Christmas movie, and you love Nikki and Damien Stark as I do, then GRAB Cherish Me. It’s everything you adore about J. Kenner’s favorite couple.
You must know that, should J. Kenner release a new book in the Nikki and Damien Stark saga, this girl, this reader, is all in. It’s an immediate pre-order purchase, and I sign up for an ARC immediately because Nikki and Damien Stark are that addicting. J. Kenner writes stories in their world that engage you and keep you suspended on the edge of your seat from the suspense of the story, the sweetness of the relationship between them, between their friends and family, and between them and their children.
J. Kenner’s newest release, a novella entitled Cherish Me, is more of that. Set during Christmas time, Nikki, Damien, and their children set off for New York where they spend some time with Dallas and Jane, a couple from Kenner’s Stark Universe. While there, Damien suggests that Dallas joins his newly formed Stark Security. During that discussion, Dallas challenges Damien for the same, given that Damien feels as though he has achieved just about everything he can achieve. With that in his mind, Nikki and Damien are off for Manhattan for the night...alone. Nikki has planned a solitary time for them while their children stay behind with Dallas and Jane for night. Their night is meant to be spent at a newly rehabilitated boutique hotel, not under the Stark brand. What ends up happening during their stay will shock you.
Quite frankly, Cherish Me is Damien Stark meets Die Hard. This is a novella, so it is but a snippet of a night between Nikki and Damien. However, in true J. Kenner form, she engages you in their on-going story. Quite frankly, I don’t know how much more this couple can take, but Cherish Me is everything you love about their stories: fast-paced, full of action and suspense with a bit of steam on the side. This one also holds a big surprise. As I was reading, I found myself smiling and gasping, worried for the end. However, Damien and Nikki are fated lovers, so, even though strife shades their life, they always end up with a happy ending.
If you want a quick read that will make you chuckle for its allusions to people’s favorite Christmas movie, and you love Nikki and Damien Stark as I do, then GRAB Cherish Me. It’s everything you adore about J. Kenner’s favorite couple.
October 28, 2020
J. Kenner blew me away with this Cherish Me! What a delight to have Nikki and Damien in NYC to celebrate the holidays with their children. Nikki wanted to spend one night with Damien in NYC to give him a very special surprise. Only when they go to dinner the surprise is on them. Little did they know that the new boutique hotel designed by his brother Jackson Steele would become a life or death situation for them to succumb to. When Damien forgets something in their room he goes to get for Nikki, all hell breaks lose and he is unable to get back to her..... totally lost once again to the fear for his family lives, he is desperately trying to make it back to the only woman he has ever loved the woman who owns his heart his soul and his future..... or will he..... Damien is a man of control, but when it comes to his family he will stop at nothing for their safety. While Nikki is praying to be able to give him the surprise of a lifetime.
When Damien calls Jackson for help to get him back downstairs to his wife praying he makes it in time. He is assured that his security team along with Dallas Sykes are there to give him a safe passage. Only time is of the essence. The clock is ticking.
Christmas in New York in the end was a blessing for all.
This novella is filled with action, romance, and , it is full of twists and perils
In Damien's mind everything was about Nikki. About how much she belonged to him as much as he belonged to her. Their family was the anchor in this life. He reminded her, "You're my strength, Nikki."
I love how J. Kenner can take you from anticipation to bliss and back to fear within a few sentences and bring you all the way back to love and happiness..... excellent work Ms. Kenner.....
When Damien calls Jackson for help to get him back downstairs to his wife praying he makes it in time. He is assured that his security team along with Dallas Sykes are there to give him a safe passage. Only time is of the essence. The clock is ticking.
Christmas in New York in the end was a blessing for all.
This novella is filled with action, romance, and , it is full of twists and perils
In Damien's mind everything was about Nikki. About how much she belonged to him as much as he belonged to her. Their family was the anchor in this life. He reminded her, "You're my strength, Nikki."
I love how J. Kenner can take you from anticipation to bliss and back to fear within a few sentences and bring you all the way back to love and happiness..... excellent work Ms. Kenner.....
November 3, 2020
Note: An ARC was provided by the publisher via Social Butterfly PR.
This latest novella had the usual heat and heart that I've come to expect from all things Stark--although I consider the former more of the lighter version when it comes to this epilogue-type, aka post-happily-ever-after, series--but with the added elements of suspense and action. The blurb hints at a surprise, which wasn't that much of a surprise since I pretty much guessed what it was from the blurb alone, and the author notes at the beginning of the book that this story was inspired by is-it-or-isn't-it Christmas movie. Still, I enjoyed every single bit of this, and I quite liked seeing this side of Damien. This also has me curious as to what awaits one of my all-time favorite romance fiction couples and the family they've created and surrounded themselves with going forward. If you're a fan of J. Kenner's Stark book universe, then, this one is a great addition and perfect for the holidays. Yipee-ki-yay! Five stars for Cherish Me. ♥
This latest novella had the usual heat and heart that I've come to expect from all things Stark--although I consider the former more of the lighter version when it comes to this epilogue-type, aka post-happily-ever-after, series--but with the added elements of suspense and action. The blurb hints at a surprise, which wasn't that much of a surprise since I pretty much guessed what it was from the blurb alone, and the author notes at the beginning of the book that this story was inspired by is-it-or-isn't-it Christmas movie. Still, I enjoyed every single bit of this, and I quite liked seeing this side of Damien. This also has me curious as to what awaits one of my all-time favorite romance fiction couples and the family they've created and surrounded themselves with going forward. If you're a fan of J. Kenner's Stark book universe, then, this one is a great addition and perfect for the holidays. Yipee-ki-yay! Five stars for Cherish Me. ♥
November 10, 2020
I will read any book that Mrs. Kenner writes for Damien and Nikki Stark and the Stark world. These two are one of the best book couples that I've ever read and I love getting updates on their lives every so often but I would love to have more books more frequently about these 2 people.
Nikki and Damien are taking the family to NY for the Christmas holidays. While on the East coast, they visit with their friends Dallas and Jane and decide to have an adult night and have their friends watch their girls. When Nikki and Damien arrive at their destination, they are enjoying their one on one time (which is always hot) until something very unexpected happens. Nikki is worried and Damien is determined to get to her. As we watch the events unfold, we start to see a different side of Damien so it makes me wonder what new adventures await these 2 and if there will be any life changes made afterwards. It's great to read about some of the other couples in this world because I sure miss finding out what's going on with each of them.
Nikki and Damien are taking the family to NY for the Christmas holidays. While on the East coast, they visit with their friends Dallas and Jane and decide to have an adult night and have their friends watch their girls. When Nikki and Damien arrive at their destination, they are enjoying their one on one time (which is always hot) until something very unexpected happens. Nikki is worried and Damien is determined to get to her. As we watch the events unfold, we start to see a different side of Damien so it makes me wonder what new adventures await these 2 and if there will be any life changes made afterwards. It's great to read about some of the other couples in this world because I sure miss finding out what's going on with each of them.
October 28, 2021
A Stark Ever After Novella! Happy to spend time in Nikki and Damien's world.
Note: This is a novella in the Stark Trilogy Series - the Stark Trilogy should be read before this.
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Main Characters: Nikki Fairchild Stark & Damien Stark - married for several years, still very much in love after a decade together.
Story Overview: Nikki has a secret, an early Christmas present for her husband. They take their daughters and spend time with their friends before heading off to spend a romantic evening together...
But they didn't plan on their romantic evening to include guns, masked men, a new friend and Damien's heroics.
Damien's been thinking a lot about his family's safety after the kidnapping of his youngest daughter and the evening all but cement's his want to be more active within Stark Security and the direction they're heading.
Will Nikki ever get the chance to tell Damien her news?
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Concluding Thoughts: Novellas always make me want more... More of Nikki and Damien! I would have given this more... but I saw Die Hard in my head and thought.... nah. Haha
Note: This is a novella in the Stark Trilogy Series - the Stark Trilogy should be read before this.
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Main Characters: Nikki Fairchild Stark & Damien Stark - married for several years, still very much in love after a decade together.
Story Overview: Nikki has a secret, an early Christmas present for her husband. They take their daughters and spend time with their friends before heading off to spend a romantic evening together...
But they didn't plan on their romantic evening to include guns, masked men, a new friend and Damien's heroics.
Damien's been thinking a lot about his family's safety after the kidnapping of his youngest daughter and the evening all but cement's his want to be more active within Stark Security and the direction they're heading.
Will Nikki ever get the chance to tell Damien her news?
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Concluding Thoughts: Novellas always make me want more... More of Nikki and Damien! I would have given this more... but I saw Die Hard in my head and thought.... nah. Haha
October 21, 2020
Holy moly, what a ride! Damien and Nikki have another action packed adventure when they try to steal away for a night without kids to spend with just the two of them, but things don’t go according to plan. Although I’m not normally a fan of short books, this author has a knack of making even the shortest books seem like full length novels. This story had it all that you would expect from a Stark story, along with a few other surprises, but it hits on all levels for the Stark enthusiasts to get their fix until the next installment comes out. Gotta admit there were some intense moments in this book that had my heart rate going, but it wouldn’t be the Stark’s if it didn’t. True to form for this author, very well written, kept me very engaged and I didn’t want to put it down. Very well worth the read!
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC copy of this book.
October 21, 2020
Cherish Me
Stark Ever After 6.5
J. Kenner
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
There will never be a day that I don’t enjoy the crazy life and love of Damien and Nikki Stark, and Cherish Me is another small glimpse into their crazy world we all live to read. If you haven’t had the enjoyment of meeting Damien Stark and his gorgeous wife, you do yourself a HUGE favour and start at the beginning!
Cherish Me is a holiday themed short story told on the 1001 Dark Nights series, and like every other doesn’t disappoint. An adult night away from their beautiful daughters will be way more than Damien or Nikki could have imagined, but in typical style Damien and his alpha ways pulls no stops to save his wife. But Nikki had her own secret to tell Damien, and it’s a gonna change everything for them!!!
I love these short stories, jam packed of sexiness, guns, drama and alpha men.
Stark Ever After 6.5
J. Kenner
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
There will never be a day that I don’t enjoy the crazy life and love of Damien and Nikki Stark, and Cherish Me is another small glimpse into their crazy world we all live to read. If you haven’t had the enjoyment of meeting Damien Stark and his gorgeous wife, you do yourself a HUGE favour and start at the beginning!
Cherish Me is a holiday themed short story told on the 1001 Dark Nights series, and like every other doesn’t disappoint. An adult night away from their beautiful daughters will be way more than Damien or Nikki could have imagined, but in typical style Damien and his alpha ways pulls no stops to save his wife. But Nikki had her own secret to tell Damien, and it’s a gonna change everything for them!!!
I love these short stories, jam packed of sexiness, guns, drama and alpha men.
November 7, 2020
When Ms. Kenner decides to release another Damien and Nikki story, I just cannot wait to get my hands on it and with this one, it was worth the wait. Combining all of the good stuff for the holiday season and throwing in some classic movie references and you will be hooked. Another aspect of making this a little more personal is the setting is the great city of New York where Manhattan is the crowning jewel to the action. However, all that glitters is not gold and it seems as if the Starks just cannot catch a break as their romantic holiday away from the kids takes a turn that neither one expected. Filled with action, suspense, steam and oodles of love, this is one novella that definitely brings the holiday cheer when you need it most and will keep the spirit alive for the rest of the year and then some. I volunteered to read a copy of this book.
October 20, 2020
Give me a story about one of my all-time favorite book couples, Damien and Nikki Stark, and I am just tickled pink and know without a doubt that I am going to LOVE IT!! Then add in that it is the holidays and somehow they manage to attract some serious trouble and it was fantastic! J. Kenner's master story telling skills shine bright even when it's a novella and make you feel like you got a full length story. Damien and Nikki's love is so big and beautiful it will see them through anything. I love them so much! This is an action packed quickie that entertains from the first page to the last and brings in some very cool elements that I absolutely loved. Can't wait for their next full length adventure next year!!
November 4, 2020
OMG I love Damien Stark!
Damien had me thinking about Bruce Willis, the entire time he was doing his action scenes taking down the idiots. What a rush this novella was! I wanted it to last longer. I love when we get to her Damien's POV. He is definitely THE MAN😍. I love this story so much that I really need to see it on the silver screen. This definitely needs to be told on Netflix or Passionflix. Mommy's surprise for Damien, priceless. I can't wait for the next r. But why do we have to wait so damn long until October year?!😵!!! I want it now!!! I cannot wait to see Damien in his new roll. It's going to be like "SPEED"" DIE HARD" all roll up into one💟😍 . This has been the best Nikki and Damien, this far. Love, love, love it💕🔥🔥🔥
Damien had me thinking about Bruce Willis, the entire time he was doing his action scenes taking down the idiots. What a rush this novella was! I wanted it to last longer. I love when we get to her Damien's POV. He is definitely THE MAN😍. I love this story so much that I really need to see it on the silver screen. This definitely needs to be told on Netflix or Passionflix. Mommy's surprise for Damien, priceless. I can't wait for the next r. But why do we have to wait so damn long until October year?!😵!!! I want it now!!! I cannot wait to see Damien in his new roll. It's going to be like "SPEED"" DIE HARD" all roll up into one💟😍 . This has been the best Nikki and Damien, this far. Love, love, love it💕🔥🔥🔥
November 10, 2020
Cherish Me is a novella set in the Stark Ever After series by J. Kenner. Ι enjoyed it more than I thought because it added something to Nikki and Damie's characters. There was a lot of action which was unexpected since I thought that this novella was only a cute way to catch up with the characters before the upcoming full-length novel. The suspense was a pleasant surprise and I was happy to see it happening. It made the novella different from the others and it's the biggest reason why one should read the book.
There was a mention of some Christmas movies inspiring the author to write this story, but I honestly couldn't guess which they were. If you do, feel free to share. If you, like me, don't catch them, simply enjoy the book. I did just that and I had a great time.
There was a mention of some Christmas movies inspiring the author to write this story, but I honestly couldn't guess which they were. If you do, feel free to share. If you, like me, don't catch them, simply enjoy the book. I did just that and I had a great time.
November 28, 2020
Before I read: I'm hoping I be able to understand most of this book. I wasn't able to read the few before this one yet. I am a avid fan of the Stark series and their spin offs. These characters are addicting plus sexy.
After: You definitely don't need to read the previous one to understand this one. I actually will give this 4.5 stars the ending was so rushed the restaurant fiasco. I definitely wanted a little more of Nikki and Damien.
Damien has been thinking of ways to keep his family safe. Something thats always on his mind due to his past.
As I read the book I kept thinking this suspense is killing me who is Red. How does he know who they are? I hope the next book involves Red as well.
Received this arc in an exchange of a honest review.
After: You definitely don't need to read the previous one to understand this one. I actually will give this 4.5 stars the ending was so rushed the restaurant fiasco. I definitely wanted a little more of Nikki and Damien.
Damien has been thinking of ways to keep his family safe. Something thats always on his mind due to his past.
As I read the book I kept thinking this suspense is killing me who is Red. How does he know who they are? I hope the next book involves Red as well.
Received this arc in an exchange of a honest review.
October 18, 2020
I love J. Kenner eve more now that she has brought us back a little more of Nikki and my book husband Damien!!! This novella may be short, but you get the angst, drama, danger, and a whole new kind of heat!!! There is a list of characters involved that I loved revisiting and learning how their life has turned out. Our beloveds are growing and I am super excited!! Plus we get a sweet surprise too! I love the movie reference that Kenner bases the story on. It is an absolute favorite!!! I could not stop smiling! Weekend made with Cherish Me!!!!
October 18, 2020
Damien Stark is the all tome
Alpha of the romance book world and if you haven’t yet met him then check out this little
Novella to get you all intrigued in the world of Nikki and Damien Stark because nothing is ever plain sailing for these too...
This novella gives you a glimpse into their world, the intensity of their marriage and the explosive chemistry never fades with these two and Damien is all
Things steamy and as this is a novella it’s just not enough so will only leave you wanting more !
But as always, there’s a drama and this has action and an edge of your seat plot but Damien will never leave Nikki in danger for long !
Alpha of the romance book world and if you haven’t yet met him then check out this little
Novella to get you all intrigued in the world of Nikki and Damien Stark because nothing is ever plain sailing for these too...
This novella gives you a glimpse into their world, the intensity of their marriage and the explosive chemistry never fades with these two and Damien is all
Things steamy and as this is a novella it’s just not enough so will only leave you wanting more !
But as always, there’s a drama and this has action and an edge of your seat plot but Damien will never leave Nikki in danger for long !
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