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Alex Drake #1
Access
An abrupt encounter. Undeniable attraction.
A mysterious connection to a man she doesn't know.
Book #1 in the Alex Drake Series
When seclusive billionaire Alex Drake sets his sights on Madison, obsession takes over.
Unlocking his world was easy.
Seducing her was inevitable.
But securing her heart might be impossible.
He's ready to give in to her every desire except for one.
The only thing she wants.
An answer.
To a tiny question.
Why her?
Warning: Full Steam Ahead.
Lexxi James Books are seductive, suspenseful romances filled with fun, sensual, and sizzling high-heat love scenes.
A mysterious connection to a man she doesn't know.
Book #1 in the Alex Drake Series
When seclusive billionaire Alex Drake sets his sights on Madison, obsession takes over.
Unlocking his world was easy.
Seducing her was inevitable.
But securing her heart might be impossible.
He's ready to give in to her every desire except for one.
The only thing she wants.
An answer.
To a tiny question.
Why her?
Warning: Full Steam Ahead.
Lexxi James Books are seductive, suspenseful romances filled with fun, sensual, and sizzling high-heat love scenes.
184 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 30, 2019
1591 people are currently reading
1465 people want to read
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Lexxi James
44 books1,459 followersLexxi James | Author of Hot Romance & Happily Ever Afters ❤️
As a USA Today Bestselling author, Lexxi James has hit the top 50 bestseller lists on Amazon, Apple Books, and Barnes & Noble, with books sold in over 26 countries. Best known for seductive romantic suspense, she loves matching smoking hot heroes with their soul mates. Her signature style is witty banter, high heat, and a whole lot of heart.
She proudly calls the Midwest home where she lives with the man of her dreams and the sweetest daughter in the universe. Her pastimes include reading, loading up on unhealthy quantities of caffeine, and binging Netflix and reality TV. She’s a sucker for kids selling cookies and pretty much anything on Etsy.
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As a USA Today Bestselling author, Lexxi James has hit the top 50 bestseller lists on Amazon, Apple Books, and Barnes & Noble, with books sold in over 26 countries. Best known for seductive romantic suspense, she loves matching smoking hot heroes with their soul mates. Her signature style is witty banter, high heat, and a whole lot of heart.
She proudly calls the Midwest home where she lives with the man of her dreams and the sweetest daughter in the universe. Her pastimes include reading, loading up on unhealthy quantities of caffeine, and binging Netflix and reality TV. She’s a sucker for kids selling cookies and pretty much anything on Etsy.
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September 16, 2023
What a fabulously sexy hot read!!! I don't know about Madison ,but I'm so intrigued by Alex drake!!! I love a man of mystery and I want to know his secrets!!! I simply adore both Alex and madison,their lovemaking is a sensual delight and their steamy encounters are so friggin hot! The storyline is fabulous and keeps your attention as well. And Alex's right hand man paco is so interesting as well,I need to know more about his story too! Can't wait to read more from this series!! It ends more as a continuing story rather then a cliff hanger. Well done Lexxi Jame you have me truly hooked. Until next time luv's💗💋
March 1, 2020
Awesome first book. Alex is mysterious and intriguing.
Alex Drake captured my interest from the start. He is rich and powerful, confident and charming. He has women falling at his feet so to speak, but at times he is shaky and on the verge of what seems to be a panic attack. He sees Madison Taylor in his office building and thinks she might be the girl he has been searching for.
He has his second in command and all around go-to guy Paco, check into her. Apparently, she is not one of the many “Madison Taylor’s”Paco had previously researched while trying to find the one specific girl they were searching for. The attraction between Madison and Alex is instant and hot. He goes after her with a drive that he hasn’t ever had to in the past and he sees her as different from the one night stands he has had in the past.
The romance is fast paced and scorching. I loved it. Though Alex is keeping secrets and Madison knows it. We will find out more in book 2, but I am loving these characters and the dynamic between them. It doesn’t all make perfect sense, such as how fast it is moving and some of the things she isn’t questioning, but hopefully all will be answered in book 2. I can’t wait!
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Alex Drake captured my interest from the start. He is rich and powerful, confident and charming. He has women falling at his feet so to speak, but at times he is shaky and on the verge of what seems to be a panic attack. He sees Madison Taylor in his office building and thinks she might be the girl he has been searching for.
He has his second in command and all around go-to guy Paco, check into her. Apparently, she is not one of the many “Madison Taylor’s”Paco had previously researched while trying to find the one specific girl they were searching for. The attraction between Madison and Alex is instant and hot. He goes after her with a drive that he hasn’t ever had to in the past and he sees her as different from the one night stands he has had in the past.
The romance is fast paced and scorching. I loved it. Though Alex is keeping secrets and Madison knows it. We will find out more in book 2, but I am loving these characters and the dynamic between them. It doesn’t all make perfect sense, such as how fast it is moving and some of the things she isn’t questioning, but hopefully all will be answered in book 2. I can’t wait!
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August 9, 2019
4 Eau de Booze Stars ⭐️
As a debut novel, Access was seriously good. Expecting a standard office romance, pleasantly I got so much more. With a well written storyline and lots of heat 🔥, the dialogue was genuinely funny and witty.
Maddison Taylor applies for a job at Drake Industries. After a shitastic morning, things aren’t looking up when her interview is a flop. Fortunately, with enough heart and sass, she miraculously scores the role.
Alex Drake self made billionaire is instinctively drawn to Maddison from the get go. But convincing her that he’s more then an arrogant twat, is proving more alluring then he anticipated.
Add in the fact that this woman is ‘the’ package, smart, hardworking, humorous and let’s not forget sexy. He’s screwed.
”She’s not simply beauty and balls after all. She’s got brains too. I’m going to marry this girl.”
But before he can finally win the girl, Alex will need to disclose, important information that he’s been withholding from Maddison. The truth comes with a clause, a 30 days grace period.
Ha, I guess I now need to wait for Book 2 to get my answers.......
If you are looking for some reading inspiration, please feel free to check out my website, www.mypinkfairytales.com
As a debut novel, Access was seriously good. Expecting a standard office romance, pleasantly I got so much more. With a well written storyline and lots of heat 🔥, the dialogue was genuinely funny and witty.
Maddison Taylor applies for a job at Drake Industries. After a shitastic morning, things aren’t looking up when her interview is a flop. Fortunately, with enough heart and sass, she miraculously scores the role.
Alex Drake self made billionaire is instinctively drawn to Maddison from the get go. But convincing her that he’s more then an arrogant twat, is proving more alluring then he anticipated.
Add in the fact that this woman is ‘the’ package, smart, hardworking, humorous and let’s not forget sexy. He’s screwed.
”She’s not simply beauty and balls after all. She’s got brains too. I’m going to marry this girl.”
But before he can finally win the girl, Alex will need to disclose, important information that he’s been withholding from Maddison. The truth comes with a clause, a 30 days grace period.
Ha, I guess I now need to wait for Book 2 to get my answers.......
If you are looking for some reading inspiration, please feel free to check out my website, www.mypinkfairytales.com
May 18, 2021
Madison Taylor was at the right place at the right time or so she thought. Excited with the news she received and on a high she enters the building for an interview of a great job. That is until she runs into an encounter with a stranger that may have derailed the best lead she had enter and now may be for nothing. Madison is determined and decide she couldn't afford not to at least try. With the job of her dreams Madison feels like she is unstoppable she tries to be the first to arrive and last to leave but finds herself in another predicament, she attracted to the CEO which means nothing but trouble. Alex Drake CEO of Drake Global International has everything, sex appeal, power money, however when he see Madison he wants more he is drawn to her and wonder if she is the one. Alex must have her but he has secrets which he tells his trusted business partner Paco to look into. Now Paco is a character all on his own, he lives life to the fullest every step is full of confidence he loves his cars and no one at DGI will ever question who he is or what he does he is Paco, style and grace and knowledge at his fingertips. Now Alex has 30 days to show Madison who he is before he reveals how he knows her and Madison is afraid to let her guards down, so will Alex & Madison have a solid foundation or will it crumble before it start. Love love this story great read Lexxi James!!!!
November 2, 2024
What a good surprise this book was! This is my first book by Lexxi James and I enjoyed every minute of it. ❤️
August 21, 2019
Quick steamy read! For this to be a short read I was quite impressed by the storyline, usually quick reads lack one severely. Solid characters. Easy to understand world built. Secondary characters were very appealing.
Alex and Madison are a very sexy pair with an interesting backstory lying in wait. This one ended not so much on a cliff hanger but definitely a suspenseful one.
Excited for book 2!
Happy reading! DD 💕
Alex and Madison are a very sexy pair with an interesting backstory lying in wait. This one ended not so much on a cliff hanger but definitely a suspenseful one.
Excited for book 2!
Happy reading! DD 💕
September 27, 2019
Access really doesn't give much away. And that's not a bad thing - I think it was intentionally written that way. There's a certain languid quality to it and at times, hypnotic.
The story revolves around Madison Taylor, small town girl trying to make her way in the city that never sleeps. And Alex Drake - one very elusive, secret man. At the outset, she stumbles upon a possible real lead for a great job and pursues it - leading her to a multibillion conglomerate, D.G.I. After what starts as a rocky interview mainly due to a rather rude man who spilled a combination of coffee mixed with liquor all over her blouse leading to her reeking of booze during said interview, she still manages to nail the job.
D.G.I. may as well be a fortress. Each floor needs a separate pass and on the tippy top of the towering building is where Alex Drake, the CEO resides. Alex is mysterious, has a history of one night stands and nothing more, and is largely an enigma. And given the story, it seems he's been that way for at least the last 10 years.
But Madison Taylor is the chink in his armor that quickly changes all of that. Even though this is a really quick read, there's a lot of mystery to it. Yes, it certainly has hot times when he finally swings Madison his way but there are many questions. And the answers are not contained in this book. Alex seems to have a rather obsessive interest in Madison and he also seems to know a lot of personal things about her that she starts to catch on to. Including childhood names used by her dead older brother, favorite book and other little tidbits that don't add up.
Alex seems to want to give her the world but that doesn't stop Madison on finally needing to know how he seems to know so many personal things pertaining to her after finding certain things in his apartment. Alex is hesitant as hell to give any answers and manages to wrangle a 30 day waiver from Madison - 30 days of being with him and he'll answer her questions. She relents and it seems it's on. But the question remains the whole book as to what his motive is, why Madison, how does he know these intimate facts and on top of that, how will she react when she finds out. I could feel Alex's reticence and also fear at the thought of giving in and telling her the truth.
To balance all the unsaids and his slightly undefined character that lays under wraps, the author brings in Paco, his right hand man. Let me just say, Paco is delightful. He's slightly OTT, the opposite of Alex and although he's obviously capable of getting his hands dirty, he is one entertaining dude who also brings the added bonus of being gay. There's nothing like a vivacious gay man to school you. And between his Lamborghini, his lack of censoring his thoughts around others and his love for diamond earrings, he is definitely the type of dude you'd enjoy hanging out with.
This book doesn't end on a cliffhanger but it does end on a note of all that is unknown, a genuine curiosity as to the inner layers of Alex and an agreed upon countdown to the truth.
So given that note, I'm off to number 2- 'Exposed' to figure out just who this guy really is and what the hell it is he's hiding!
****4 stars for this (I believe) haunted man and his obvious need to make something right though God only knows what it is!
The story revolves around Madison Taylor, small town girl trying to make her way in the city that never sleeps. And Alex Drake - one very elusive, secret man. At the outset, she stumbles upon a possible real lead for a great job and pursues it - leading her to a multibillion conglomerate, D.G.I. After what starts as a rocky interview mainly due to a rather rude man who spilled a combination of coffee mixed with liquor all over her blouse leading to her reeking of booze during said interview, she still manages to nail the job.
D.G.I. may as well be a fortress. Each floor needs a separate pass and on the tippy top of the towering building is where Alex Drake, the CEO resides. Alex is mysterious, has a history of one night stands and nothing more, and is largely an enigma. And given the story, it seems he's been that way for at least the last 10 years.
But Madison Taylor is the chink in his armor that quickly changes all of that. Even though this is a really quick read, there's a lot of mystery to it. Yes, it certainly has hot times when he finally swings Madison his way but there are many questions. And the answers are not contained in this book. Alex seems to have a rather obsessive interest in Madison and he also seems to know a lot of personal things about her that she starts to catch on to. Including childhood names used by her dead older brother, favorite book and other little tidbits that don't add up.
Alex seems to want to give her the world but that doesn't stop Madison on finally needing to know how he seems to know so many personal things pertaining to her after finding certain things in his apartment. Alex is hesitant as hell to give any answers and manages to wrangle a 30 day waiver from Madison - 30 days of being with him and he'll answer her questions. She relents and it seems it's on. But the question remains the whole book as to what his motive is, why Madison, how does he know these intimate facts and on top of that, how will she react when she finds out. I could feel Alex's reticence and also fear at the thought of giving in and telling her the truth.
To balance all the unsaids and his slightly undefined character that lays under wraps, the author brings in Paco, his right hand man. Let me just say, Paco is delightful. He's slightly OTT, the opposite of Alex and although he's obviously capable of getting his hands dirty, he is one entertaining dude who also brings the added bonus of being gay. There's nothing like a vivacious gay man to school you. And between his Lamborghini, his lack of censoring his thoughts around others and his love for diamond earrings, he is definitely the type of dude you'd enjoy hanging out with.
This book doesn't end on a cliffhanger but it does end on a note of all that is unknown, a genuine curiosity as to the inner layers of Alex and an agreed upon countdown to the truth.
So given that note, I'm off to number 2- 'Exposed' to figure out just who this guy really is and what the hell it is he's hiding!
****4 stars for this (I believe) haunted man and his obvious need to make something right though God only knows what it is!
September 11, 2019
Madison Taylor was in the bathroom and overheard a goldmine of an opportunity and she landed a job interview!
Finally, a win for her after so many days of making ends meet. This is a steamy read. I loved it. I love a lovestruck Alex! I love the allure of a secret but only after 30 days. I can’t wait to read the next book Exposed! I need the secret!!!
Finally, a win for her after so many days of making ends meet. This is a steamy read. I loved it. I love a lovestruck Alex! I love the allure of a secret but only after 30 days. I can’t wait to read the next book Exposed! I need the secret!!!
January 18, 2022
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Grazie ad un piccolo indizio che Madison aveva captato per pura casualità ascoltando la conversazione di una donna che faceva riferimento ad un’offerta di lavoro, era riuscita a contattare chi si sarebbe occupato dei colloqui presso la Drake Global Industries. Era l’occasione della sua vita e non l’avrebbe sprecata per nessuna ragione al mondo.
Abituata alla piccola località degli Stati Uniti dove era cresciuta, Madison non era mai riuscita ad ambientarsi del tutto nella Grande Mela, dove le strade erano sempre gremite di gente che andava di corsa e brulicanti di auto paralizzate dal traffico.
Il colloquio di lavoro si sarebbe tenuto nel cuore di Manhattan, in un grattacielo fatto di acciaio, pietra e vetro, che puntava dritto verso l’alto, sede del DGI, che si occupava di innovazioni tecnologiche. Era sensazionale.
Il suo capo sarebbe stato Alex Drake, il milionario che si era fatto da solo nonché genio delle telecomunicazioni a livello mondiale. Era un CEO dall’aspetto seducente ma assai arrogante, che trasudava ricchezza e potere in ogni ambito della sua vita. Ma poco importava.
La vita privata del magnate non era affar suo perché per Madison Alex sarebbe stato solo il suo capo. Di questo era fermamente convinta, finché scoprì che invece per lui le cose stavano diversamente: fin dal primo istante in cui l’aveva vista era diventata la sua ossessione.
🖋️Access è romanzo del genere office romance, scritto in maniera leggera e frizzante. A tratti mi ha divertita per le battute sagaci e irreverenti dei protagonisti, ma mi ha anche fatto scervellare la testa per riuscire a scoprire quale sia lo strano legame tra i due, ma dovremo aspettare il sequel per avere tutte le risposte.
Alex non è solo un arrogante amministratore delegato che sa il fatto suo, né l’uomo affascinante abituato ad avere ogni donna nel suo letto. Ma è anche una persona tormentata da un passato che lo fa soffrire e che lo spinge a compiere una misteriosa e continua ricerca…
Non appena i suoi occhi si sono posati su Madison è stato colto da una strana familiarità, ma il sorriso della giovane donna, dolce e imbronciato allo stesso tempo, e il suo sguardo magnetico da sexy bibliotecaria, lo hanno distolto dai suoi propositi, ma quando ha capito chi era ha realizzato che la sua lunga ricerca, finalmente, era arrivata a conclusione.
🖋️Questo primo volume è incentrato su un segreto che Alex non ha voluto svelare. Mi è piaciuto moltissimo leggerlo, soprattutto perché amo le storie che hanno come protagonista sexy CEO. I pensieri impudici di Aex, colmi di erotismo, li ho trovati molto sensuali e assolutamente in linea con il suo personaggio, un pó sopra le righe, sfrontato e insolente, ma adorabile.
*Ringrazio la CE per la copia ARC in Anteprima
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Grazie ad un piccolo indizio che Madison aveva captato per pura casualità ascoltando la conversazione di una donna che faceva riferimento ad un’offerta di lavoro, era riuscita a contattare chi si sarebbe occupato dei colloqui presso la Drake Global Industries. Era l’occasione della sua vita e non l’avrebbe sprecata per nessuna ragione al mondo.
Abituata alla piccola località degli Stati Uniti dove era cresciuta, Madison non era mai riuscita ad ambientarsi del tutto nella Grande Mela, dove le strade erano sempre gremite di gente che andava di corsa e brulicanti di auto paralizzate dal traffico.
Il colloquio di lavoro si sarebbe tenuto nel cuore di Manhattan, in un grattacielo fatto di acciaio, pietra e vetro, che puntava dritto verso l’alto, sede del DGI, che si occupava di innovazioni tecnologiche. Era sensazionale.
Il suo capo sarebbe stato Alex Drake, il milionario che si era fatto da solo nonché genio delle telecomunicazioni a livello mondiale. Era un CEO dall’aspetto seducente ma assai arrogante, che trasudava ricchezza e potere in ogni ambito della sua vita. Ma poco importava.
La vita privata del magnate non era affar suo perché per Madison Alex sarebbe stato solo il suo capo. Di questo era fermamente convinta, finché scoprì che invece per lui le cose stavano diversamente: fin dal primo istante in cui l’aveva vista era diventata la sua ossessione.
🖋️Access è romanzo del genere office romance, scritto in maniera leggera e frizzante. A tratti mi ha divertita per le battute sagaci e irreverenti dei protagonisti, ma mi ha anche fatto scervellare la testa per riuscire a scoprire quale sia lo strano legame tra i due, ma dovremo aspettare il sequel per avere tutte le risposte.
Alex non è solo un arrogante amministratore delegato che sa il fatto suo, né l’uomo affascinante abituato ad avere ogni donna nel suo letto. Ma è anche una persona tormentata da un passato che lo fa soffrire e che lo spinge a compiere una misteriosa e continua ricerca…
Non appena i suoi occhi si sono posati su Madison è stato colto da una strana familiarità, ma il sorriso della giovane donna, dolce e imbronciato allo stesso tempo, e il suo sguardo magnetico da sexy bibliotecaria, lo hanno distolto dai suoi propositi, ma quando ha capito chi era ha realizzato che la sua lunga ricerca, finalmente, era arrivata a conclusione.
🖋️Questo primo volume è incentrato su un segreto che Alex non ha voluto svelare. Mi è piaciuto moltissimo leggerlo, soprattutto perché amo le storie che hanno come protagonista sexy CEO. I pensieri impudici di Aex, colmi di erotismo, li ho trovati molto sensuali e assolutamente in linea con il suo personaggio, un pó sopra le righe, sfrontato e insolente, ma adorabile.
*Ringrazio la CE per la copia ARC in Anteprima
November 22, 2020
2 stars for the first 50% of the book.
The second part was so unreal...
The h was a dumb cousin of Anastasia steel minus the kinky!
The 3rd time she actually talks with the H, she is offered a designer dress and heels, then taken to the boss office were she is unable to resist his charme! Gets an orgasm and fall asleep in said office!
Next morning is awaken by his employee (man) that act like a fairy godmother, with extravagant bathrooms, new pré-arranged outfits, Lamborghini rides to a party the H took control and "organized" but that's not it! The days continues with drive lessons in another Lamborghini still with the H employee that included stunts, blindfolds and super speed! The fabulous day ended with the h being taken to the H house, were a new wardrobe awaits complete with Cartier and Tiffany boxes! Monogram bathrobes and the shit!
Now let me remind you that this happens the day after they talked for the 3rd time, in all this day the H only appears to receive a blow job for being amazing in hijacking her life after checking the h phone!!!
More things happen that screams psycho stalker alert but the h doesn't do confrontation... so she accepts all oh so meekly!!!
If the guy hasn't that rich, would she put up with it!!?
She is such a Mary Sue!!
But hey, she's not a virgin!!! can't be all bad!
The second part was so unreal...
The h was a dumb cousin of Anastasia steel minus the kinky!
The 3rd time she actually talks with the H, she is offered a designer dress and heels, then taken to the boss office were she is unable to resist his charme! Gets an orgasm and fall asleep in said office!
Next morning is awaken by his employee (man) that act like a fairy godmother, with extravagant bathrooms, new pré-arranged outfits, Lamborghini rides to a party the H took control and "organized" but that's not it! The days continues with drive lessons in another Lamborghini still with the H employee that included stunts, blindfolds and super speed! The fabulous day ended with the h being taken to the H house, were a new wardrobe awaits complete with Cartier and Tiffany boxes! Monogram bathrobes and the shit!
Now let me remind you that this happens the day after they talked for the 3rd time, in all this day the H only appears to receive a blow job for being amazing in hijacking her life after checking the h phone!!!
More things happen that screams psycho stalker alert but the h doesn't do confrontation... so she accepts all oh so meekly!!!
If the guy hasn't that rich, would she put up with it!!?
She is such a Mary Sue!!
But hey, she's not a virgin!!! can't be all bad!
August 2, 2019
Brand new author for me, and I have to say I was surprised. Going in I hadn't even read the blurb. But from that opening chapter I was hooked.
Scrambling to keep up with what I was reading, trying to piece it together. I'm left with more questions than anything. And that for me is the start of what I know is going to be an awesome adventure.
When Maddison overhears a conversation it's like she's in the right place even though she is sitting in a bathroom listening in. Whatever this is it's her chance. A chance to further her life in this city they call New York. And she takes it running.
When she interviews for the job at Drake Global it almost doesn't go to plan. She secures the job but this is here where I question why? It's like I'm Alice and have fallen down the rabbit hole. This place is just as mysterious as the man at it's helm. Alex Drake. Billionaire. Good looking. And full of secrets.
His side kick and just as mysterious Paco is another character I'm intrigued with. Who is he???
Gina scared me. I'd die if this woman was interviewing me for the job. She guards this place with an iron fist. And nothing gets past her.
What she couldn't possibly have expected was to meet the man who seems to know everything about her. And I'm not talking trivial stuff. He knows intimate details of her life, her past. And that there is the million dollar question. How?
When Alex Drake sees Maddison he is drawn to her. She seems familiar. The attraction is instant. This man has me wondering just who he is. Is he connected to her brother Jack? I'm in serious need of answers here. But I'm not getting them at least not in the first book.
His seduction of Maddison is truly stunningly sexy. The heat smoulders and the attraction between our two leads is explosive. The chemistry is a given. But theres something more happening here. I just need to piece it together.
I could not put down. This story will capture you, make you question what the hell is going on.
Waiting impatiently for the next book.
Scrambling to keep up with what I was reading, trying to piece it together. I'm left with more questions than anything. And that for me is the start of what I know is going to be an awesome adventure.
When Maddison overhears a conversation it's like she's in the right place even though she is sitting in a bathroom listening in. Whatever this is it's her chance. A chance to further her life in this city they call New York. And she takes it running.
When she interviews for the job at Drake Global it almost doesn't go to plan. She secures the job but this is here where I question why? It's like I'm Alice and have fallen down the rabbit hole. This place is just as mysterious as the man at it's helm. Alex Drake. Billionaire. Good looking. And full of secrets.
His side kick and just as mysterious Paco is another character I'm intrigued with. Who is he???
Gina scared me. I'd die if this woman was interviewing me for the job. She guards this place with an iron fist. And nothing gets past her.
What she couldn't possibly have expected was to meet the man who seems to know everything about her. And I'm not talking trivial stuff. He knows intimate details of her life, her past. And that there is the million dollar question. How?
When Alex Drake sees Maddison he is drawn to her. She seems familiar. The attraction is instant. This man has me wondering just who he is. Is he connected to her brother Jack? I'm in serious need of answers here. But I'm not getting them at least not in the first book.
His seduction of Maddison is truly stunningly sexy. The heat smoulders and the attraction between our two leads is explosive. The chemistry is a given. But theres something more happening here. I just need to piece it together.
I could not put down. This story will capture you, make you question what the hell is going on.
Waiting impatiently for the next book.
September 16, 2019
Sexy and mysterious novel!
I loved this book! It has everything a hot and mysterious romance needs,
Madison a beautiful independent young lady on her way to an interview at Alex Drake’s Corporate office. She needs this job, I love how the interview began and ended!
Alex Drake is a gorgeous billionaire and is mysteriously attracted to Madison.
Madison Taylor has a deceased brother , Jack. But I want to know how he passed away.
Ok, I really loved this book, the story line at first didn’t make sense, but I still was into it. It has a mysterious attraction, hot love scenes 🔥 Then Madison moves in with Alex. She looks around his place and is confused, she asks him about it! Then he asks her for 30 days to explain. I’m really looking forward to start reading Book 📖 2!
I’m loving this book!
I loved this book! It has everything a hot and mysterious romance needs,
Madison a beautiful independent young lady on her way to an interview at Alex Drake’s Corporate office. She needs this job, I love how the interview began and ended!
Alex Drake is a gorgeous billionaire and is mysteriously attracted to Madison.
Madison Taylor has a deceased brother , Jack. But I want to know how he passed away.
Ok, I really loved this book, the story line at first didn’t make sense, but I still was into it. It has a mysterious attraction, hot love scenes 🔥 Then Madison moves in with Alex. She looks around his place and is confused, she asks him about it! Then he asks her for 30 days to explain. I’m really looking forward to start reading Book 📖 2!
I’m loving this book!
November 3, 2019
What a great book! I was pulled in from the start, and I couldn't put it down! I love Alex and Madison, and I can't wait to find out all the secrets! I've got my own theories as to what's to come with them, but I can't wait to read the next book!!
September 23, 2020
I´m sorry to say that this was just one big pile of mess for me and I won´t be finishing this series.
September 26, 2019
This book isn't like the typical girls meets rich man story. The author has us from the beginning. The two characters are really great. Alex he is a mystery and he is rich powerful and has women falling at his feet. But he has secrets and when he see Madison he is falling himself. They have the hottest chemistry and it happens pretty much right when they meet. This is a part one of two books and they leave you wanting to know whats going to happen she knows hes hiding something but what? Great book cant wait for the next one.
September 12, 2019
Only half a book.
It’s hard to review as not much happened and then it is done. Underwhelmed 2.5 stars
It’s hard to review as not much happened and then it is done. Underwhelmed 2.5 stars
July 23, 2021
I will commence by saying I liked this book. I am saying that because I’m concerned that parts of this review might sound like I didn’t enjoy this book when in fact I did.
Even though this is a short book it felt as if it had a lot of content but I will say that it didn’t seem like very much was going on. I understand it is necessary to set up the story since it is clearly several books but I wanted a little more action.
I did love the beginning of the book when Madison was leaving her interview. Sometimes a person has had enough and it is necessary to voice it. I knew right at that moment I was going to really like Madison Taylor.
Alex Drake is a puzzle for sure but a very sexy puzzle. I can’t wait to find out his entire story because I know there is going to be a lot to it.
I also love Paco, who is Alex’s best friend and I guess business partner.
There is a lot of mystery to this story I can already tell. This is my first Lexxi James book and obviously will not be my last since I am going to need to find out everything I can about Alex Drake!!
Even though this is a short book it felt as if it had a lot of content but I will say that it didn’t seem like very much was going on. I understand it is necessary to set up the story since it is clearly several books but I wanted a little more action.
I did love the beginning of the book when Madison was leaving her interview. Sometimes a person has had enough and it is necessary to voice it. I knew right at that moment I was going to really like Madison Taylor.
Alex Drake is a puzzle for sure but a very sexy puzzle. I can’t wait to find out his entire story because I know there is going to be a lot to it.
I also love Paco, who is Alex’s best friend and I guess business partner.
There is a lot of mystery to this story I can already tell. This is my first Lexxi James book and obviously will not be my last since I am going to need to find out everything I can about Alex Drake!!
January 27, 2020
Alex had definitely made an impression. He's a multifaceted man. He yearns for something, but what. And is Madison the answer he's been waiting for. Madison also is an enigma. She's seems shy and reserved. But she's passionate about what and who she believes in. I'm definitely intrigued and can't wait to figure out who is Alex and Madison.
October 5, 2019
A fun, sexy read by Lexxi James. This book did not disappoint. From the witty banter between Madison and Alex to the steamy love scenes, I could not but this book down. I look forward to reading the second book and seeing where this romance takes them.
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August 19, 2023
This was... interesting...??
But not in a good way, though. Just bad. Sexist and weird.
RTC
But not in a good way, though. Just bad. Sexist and weird.
RTC
May 20, 2020
WOW
I don’t like very much books ending on a cliffhanger but this one hooked me up since first page, has a sort of mystery promise still to be revealed I loved the chemistry between sweet Madison and the hard C&O Drake..loved the insta love the way he thinks she will be my wife loved the book.
I don’t like very much books ending on a cliffhanger but this one hooked me up since first page, has a sort of mystery promise still to be revealed I loved the chemistry between sweet Madison and the hard C&O Drake..loved the insta love the way he thinks she will be my wife loved the book.
August 12, 2019
Hooked and Bowled over.
September seems too far away to read book two - Exposed by Lexxi James. A new author and boy am I glad I got the chance to read book one - Access - an Alex Drake novel. I could not put the book down. Lexxi James has a long innings as a successful writer from the way Access story has been written. If I had more stars, I would give it a ten. Loved the way the story flowed with ease keeping the reader hooked till the end.
Alex and Madison, two beautiful people, meant for each other. Alex the billionaire, CEO of Drake Global, mysterious and full of secrets. A man who knows and gets what he wants, and women fall for him without him making the effort. He is rich, powerful, charming and a shrewd businessman. Alex Drake captured my interest right from the time he appears in the story.
Madison, gusty, worldly, kindhearted, beautiful and a hard worker. She overhears a conversation while in a public or a hotel bathroom, the woman talking on the phone was loud and didn't care who heard her ranting away, giving out information that she quit her job at Drake Global Industries.
Madison takes this opportunity for an opening at D.G.I and calls for a request for an interview with Gina Sawyer the Director of Human Capital. She gets the interview, but things don't go well as anticipated by Madison. Her days starts with a mishap, but the last straw was when Gina ridiculed her on her dress sense and for looking for a job at D.G.I without any corporate work experience. Madison could not stomach the insult and lost it, giving back to Gina, before leaving the office building. But in spite of her outburst, she lands up with the job and proves herself at work.
There is an instant attraction between Alex and Madison. Alex is searching for someone and feels that this is the Madison Taylor he was searching for. And here comes in his mysterious friend and confidant Paco. Who is he? And how does Alex know so much about Madison already?
The romance between Alex and Madison is scorching and fast spaced. He goes after her like he has never done before his many flings. Madison is special to him. Is there something to do with her brother Jack? His death? Or is he alive, hiding? Or, are they childhood friends/sweetheart that Madison does not remember. So many unanswered questions. (Sigh)!
Lexxi James has built up the story with enough suspense to last till September. I can't wait to read the next book. All the characters fit in just right giving the push to the story in the right direction.
September seems too far away to read book two - Exposed by Lexxi James. A new author and boy am I glad I got the chance to read book one - Access - an Alex Drake novel. I could not put the book down. Lexxi James has a long innings as a successful writer from the way Access story has been written. If I had more stars, I would give it a ten. Loved the way the story flowed with ease keeping the reader hooked till the end.
Alex and Madison, two beautiful people, meant for each other. Alex the billionaire, CEO of Drake Global, mysterious and full of secrets. A man who knows and gets what he wants, and women fall for him without him making the effort. He is rich, powerful, charming and a shrewd businessman. Alex Drake captured my interest right from the time he appears in the story.
Madison, gusty, worldly, kindhearted, beautiful and a hard worker. She overhears a conversation while in a public or a hotel bathroom, the woman talking on the phone was loud and didn't care who heard her ranting away, giving out information that she quit her job at Drake Global Industries.
Madison takes this opportunity for an opening at D.G.I and calls for a request for an interview with Gina Sawyer the Director of Human Capital. She gets the interview, but things don't go well as anticipated by Madison. Her days starts with a mishap, but the last straw was when Gina ridiculed her on her dress sense and for looking for a job at D.G.I without any corporate work experience. Madison could not stomach the insult and lost it, giving back to Gina, before leaving the office building. But in spite of her outburst, she lands up with the job and proves herself at work.
There is an instant attraction between Alex and Madison. Alex is searching for someone and feels that this is the Madison Taylor he was searching for. And here comes in his mysterious friend and confidant Paco. Who is he? And how does Alex know so much about Madison already?
The romance between Alex and Madison is scorching and fast spaced. He goes after her like he has never done before his many flings. Madison is special to him. Is there something to do with her brother Jack? His death? Or is he alive, hiding? Or, are they childhood friends/sweetheart that Madison does not remember. So many unanswered questions. (Sigh)!
Lexxi James has built up the story with enough suspense to last till September. I can't wait to read the next book. All the characters fit in just right giving the push to the story in the right direction.
August 8, 2019
An interesting story.
This story starts with Alex is drawn to Madison from the first he sees her. As the story evolves it is evident that there is a mystery about Alex and why she is important to him. Alex promises Madison to tell his secret in thirty days. Have to wait for next book for more.
This story starts with Alex is drawn to Madison from the first he sees her. As the story evolves it is evident that there is a mystery about Alex and why she is important to him. Alex promises Madison to tell his secret in thirty days. Have to wait for next book for more.
September 5, 2019
Intriguing
Went in blind, not knowing what to expect, thought it would be another billionaire boss type of story ,it's more, so much more, waiting for the second part of this to be out sometime next month. Left me with questions, need answers pronto!
Went in blind, not knowing what to expect, thought it would be another billionaire boss type of story ,it's more, so much more, waiting for the second part of this to be out sometime next month. Left me with questions, need answers pronto!
August 4, 2019
Oh Mr. Drake
Access is a fun, fast-paced, sexy read. Lexxi has a wonderful way of bringing characters to life on the page. You can not put this book down and I'm ready to get my hands on the second part! Engaging plot and lots of sexy spice make this book a must-read. 5Stars!
Access is a fun, fast-paced, sexy read. Lexxi has a wonderful way of bringing characters to life on the page. You can not put this book down and I'm ready to get my hands on the second part! Engaging plot and lots of sexy spice make this book a must-read. 5Stars!
October 13, 2022
Couldn’t put it down!
Loved this book, couldn’t put it down. Can’t wait to get started on the next one, so eager to know what Alex has up his sleeve.
Loved this book, couldn’t put it down. Can’t wait to get started on the next one, so eager to know what Alex has up his sleeve.
September 23, 2019
This was a very good short erotic story with a mystery that I cant wait to read the next book
January 2, 2020
I enjoyed Madison and Alex's story and cannot wait to find out the rest in the next installment. This is not a long book but not super short, either. Once I started it was hard to put it down.
January 15, 2020
A steamy romantic read that will keep you on the edge of your seat wanting more.
April 17, 2020
4.3 stars
Definitely a surprise with this book. There was something about the mystery and the connection that I wanted to know more. I loved the characters and I can't wait to see what happens next.
Definitely a surprise with this book. There was something about the mystery and the connection that I wanted to know more. I loved the characters and I can't wait to see what happens next.
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