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The Tequila Duet #1
Tequila Haze
Country Music’s newest heartthrob meets the one woman worth risking everything for…
It was destiny-- the night I met Hudson Demasi. I remember how effortlessly he stole my heart- his dark eyes and quick smile forever etched into my mind. We spent one incredible night together under a haze of tequila- a perfect night. And when I woke the next day, he was gone…
I never expected to see him again-- especially not five years later standing on a stage in front of thousands of screaming fans as none other than hot, new, country artist Hudson James. The moment our eyes meet through the fog and lights it’s instant- and when that sexy smirk crosses his face, just like the first time I saw it, I know I’m a goner.
He’s determined not to let me slip through his fingers a second time. I’m determined to let him try. Because even though I know I should walk away- the urge to feel the burn is just too strong.
Tequila Haze is the first book in the two part Tequila Duet.
It was destiny-- the night I met Hudson Demasi. I remember how effortlessly he stole my heart- his dark eyes and quick smile forever etched into my mind. We spent one incredible night together under a haze of tequila- a perfect night. And when I woke the next day, he was gone…
I never expected to see him again-- especially not five years later standing on a stage in front of thousands of screaming fans as none other than hot, new, country artist Hudson James. The moment our eyes meet through the fog and lights it’s instant- and when that sexy smirk crosses his face, just like the first time I saw it, I know I’m a goner.
He’s determined not to let me slip through his fingers a second time. I’m determined to let him try. Because even though I know I should walk away- the urge to feel the burn is just too strong.
Tequila Haze is the first book in the two part Tequila Duet.
302 pages, Paperback
First published May 10, 2018
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Melissa Toppen
55 books1,816 followersMelissa Toppen is a USA Today Bestselling Author who specializes in New Adult and Contemporary Romance. She is a lover of books and enjoys nothing more than losing herself in a good novel. She has a soft spot for romance and focuses her writing in that direction; writing what she loves to read.
For more information on Melissa and her books, visit www.melissatoppen.com
For more information on Melissa and her books, visit www.melissatoppen.com
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April 16, 2021
Miss Toppen writes a mellow NA romance. Her writing is something I need to get used to it. I like my romance to be dramatic in plot and hot sizzling chemistry. Tequila Haze is like reading a romance book while drunk. Maybe because it is not really work for my taste, I have to admit it has a good promising plot.
The problem is the chemistry and how the relationship progressed between the main characters. It is too fast. Suddenly there is the I love you words without any real connection. I do like their story together if Miss Toppen intended to be just friend relationship.
Even there is a cliffhanger at the end, I can not help feeling this book is just... OK read for me. Maybe I need the second book to understand the whole picture.
3 stars
The problem is the chemistry and how the relationship progressed between the main characters. It is too fast. Suddenly there is the I love you words without any real connection. I do like their story together if Miss Toppen intended to be just friend relationship.
Even there is a cliffhanger at the end, I can not help feeling this book is just... OK read for me. Maybe I need the second book to understand the whole picture.
3 stars
September 23, 2025
4 ⭐️'s
It was definitely lust at first sight for Lennon and Hudson and when it tries to be more, something happens to stop it. Then there's a FIVE year break.
Hudson's a budding country singer and doing well. Lennon's working in design. They live in different states but with Hudson touring, they're able to make it work.
Unfortunately, Lennon has an ex that won't stay gone and all hell breaks loose. The cliffhanger was a doozy. (Of course, I LOVED it!)
It was definitely lust at first sight for Lennon and Hudson and when it tries to be more, something happens to stop it. Then there's a FIVE year break.
Hudson's a budding country singer and doing well. Lennon's working in design. They live in different states but with Hudson touring, they're able to make it work.
Unfortunately, Lennon has an ex that won't stay gone and all hell breaks loose. The cliffhanger was a doozy. (Of course, I LOVED it!)
November 13, 2018
Hudson & Lennon. Book 1 of 2. Mostly from Lennon's POV. Ends with a cliffhanger. It could be considered a second chance romance, but that’s kind of a stretch to me.
Hudson: A country musician whose star is on the rise. He is on tour and travels a lot. He’s keeping a secret and his family knows about it but the reader and Lennon are clueless. I had my suspicions, but honestly the author took it in a different direction than I was expecting. I liked Hudson up until the last page. He’ll have to do a lot of groveling in Book 2 and have some good explanations as to why he didn’t tell Lennon the truth.
Lennon: An interior designer. When Lennon first meets Hudson she’s a bit sassy, but really she is pretty quiet and laid back. She’s getting over a cheating boyfriend when they first meet, so she has some insecurities.
Hudson and Lennon meet, have a great connection, a one night stand and that’s it for them. Fast forward 5 years and they see each other again and don’t want to fight the connection this time. Their first meeting took up about 15% of the first part of the book, so you do get to know them a little during their first encounter. My initial reaction was that they had good chemistry. Their flirting was cute. Their reconnection 5 years later comes from a place where Hudson feels like he knows what he wants now. He’s vulnerable, but willing to admit he will fight for this relationship because she is who he wants.
“And who am I?”
I push out past the knot that has suddenly formed
in my throat. “Someone I should have fought for
five years ago.”
Lennon is a little more skeptical that their relationship can survive all the complexities that come with a long distance relationship with a hot, sexy, panty-melting country star. She has the feelings, but is scared. These two have great chemistry together and even though things move quickly in their relationship, it didn’t feel like insta love to me as their feelings from that one night stand simmered for 5 long years.
Summary: Overall I really enjoyed this book. The H/h were likeable characters who had great chemistry and lots of steamy sex. It's a light and upbeat read without a lot of drama and the pace is good. The secondary characters add dimension to the story.
No cheating. No triggers. No Kleenex required.
Quotes:
I’m lost in you, Lennon Claire.”
“Hudson doesn’t live the average lifestyle. He travels a lot, is around countless women all vying for his attention. He doesn’t have room in his life for someone who can’t handle that. And he’s really into you, Lennon. I worry that once you see what life with him will really be like, you’re going to bolt and I don’t want to see him get hurt because you can’t stand being under the spotlight with him.”
Hudson: A country musician whose star is on the rise. He is on tour and travels a lot. He’s keeping a secret and his family knows about it but the reader and Lennon are clueless. I had my suspicions, but honestly the author took it in a different direction than I was expecting. I liked Hudson up until the last page. He’ll have to do a lot of groveling in Book 2 and have some good explanations as to why he didn’t tell Lennon the truth.
Lennon: An interior designer. When Lennon first meets Hudson she’s a bit sassy, but really she is pretty quiet and laid back. She’s getting over a cheating boyfriend when they first meet, so she has some insecurities.
Hudson and Lennon meet, have a great connection, a one night stand and that’s it for them. Fast forward 5 years and they see each other again and don’t want to fight the connection this time. Their first meeting took up about 15% of the first part of the book, so you do get to know them a little during their first encounter. My initial reaction was that they had good chemistry. Their flirting was cute. Their reconnection 5 years later comes from a place where Hudson feels like he knows what he wants now. He’s vulnerable, but willing to admit he will fight for this relationship because she is who he wants.
“And who am I?”
I push out past the knot that has suddenly formed
in my throat. “Someone I should have fought for
five years ago.”
Lennon is a little more skeptical that their relationship can survive all the complexities that come with a long distance relationship with a hot, sexy, panty-melting country star. She has the feelings, but is scared. These two have great chemistry together and even though things move quickly in their relationship, it didn’t feel like insta love to me as their feelings from that one night stand simmered for 5 long years.
Summary: Overall I really enjoyed this book. The H/h were likeable characters who had great chemistry and lots of steamy sex. It's a light and upbeat read without a lot of drama and the pace is good. The secondary characters add dimension to the story.
No cheating. No triggers. No Kleenex required.
Quotes:
I’m lost in you, Lennon Claire.”
“Hudson doesn’t live the average lifestyle. He travels a lot, is around countless women all vying for his attention. He doesn’t have room in his life for someone who can’t handle that. And he’s really into you, Lennon. I worry that once you see what life with him will really be like, you’re going to bolt and I don’t want to see him get hurt because you can’t stand being under the spotlight with him.”
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Blurb:
It was destiny-- the night I met Hudson Demasi.
I remember how effortlessly he stole my heart- his dark eyes and quick smile forever etched into my mind.
We spent one incredible night together under a haze of tequila- a perfect night.
And when I woke the next day, he was gone…
I never expected to see him again. Years passed and with it, life went on.
Until one day there he was- standing in front of me like no time had passed at all.
He’s determined to remedy his mistakes.
I’m determined to let him try.
Because even though I know I should walk away- the urge to feel the burn is just too strong.
Tequila Haze is the first book in the two part Tequila Duet.
Blurb:
It was destiny-- the night I met Hudson Demasi.
I remember how effortlessly he stole my heart- his dark eyes and quick smile forever etched into my mind.
We spent one incredible night together under a haze of tequila- a perfect night.
And when I woke the next day, he was gone…
I never expected to see him again. Years passed and with it, life went on.
Until one day there he was- standing in front of me like no time had passed at all.
He’s determined to remedy his mistakes.
I’m determined to let him try.
Because even though I know I should walk away- the urge to feel the burn is just too strong.
Tequila Haze is the first book in the two part Tequila Duet.
May 25, 2018
First of all, I would like to thank the author for giving us the second book and didn't make us wait for it. The cliffhanger at the end of this book is a big one and I certainly needed to find out what was going to happen next. Hudson's point of view is a rare thing and it's written in past tense which was weird. It doesn't reveal his secret and the whole time I was trying to guess it. I wasn't expecting that ending though and I wanted to find out what was going on. The rest of the book was good. We have a few chapters in the beginning where we see how Hudson and Lennon met 5 years ago and then the story kicks off.
To be honest, I feel like if I hadn't read the second book before writing this review I would have said many more good things about this book. For the first in a duet the book is good and I wanted to see where the characters were going. I liked the main and the secondary characters and I was happily reading the book even with the little hesitation I had in the beginning due to the chapters that were in the past. Hudson was a bad guy then, but he got points for admitting it and not trying to hide it. Len lost me as her supporter in the second book and I hope you won't also be disappointed. I would recommend the book and I hope you will enjoy this duet more than I did overall.
To be honest, I feel like if I hadn't read the second book before writing this review I would have said many more good things about this book. For the first in a duet the book is good and I wanted to see where the characters were going. I liked the main and the secondary characters and I was happily reading the book even with the little hesitation I had in the beginning due to the chapters that were in the past. Hudson was a bad guy then, but he got points for admitting it and not trying to hide it. Len lost me as her supporter in the second book and I hope you won't also be disappointed. I would recommend the book and I hope you will enjoy this duet more than I did overall.
May 22, 2018
Move over Rock stars!! Hudson James, country music star is running things now! It's been a long time since I've read a book based on a country music star. This book had me feeling that I was apart of the story. Melissa Toppin always makes me fall in love with her characters. Lennon and Hudson were no different. I usually don't like books where there is an immediate attraction but it totally worked for me with this story because other things were spaced out. Everything didn't happen at once. I love the secondary characters just as much as I love Hudson and Lennon. Lennon has a best friend and sister that are crazy, fun and remind me of my friends. This story made me want to drink, listen to country music, and fall in love all over again. There is just enough angst to make me think there would be more to come and by the cliff hanger I'm going to say there's way more of that in the next book, Tequila Burn.
May 5, 2018
"Who falls in love with someone they just met? Then again, deep in my chest, whether I want to admit it or not, Hudson really did take a piece of me with him after that night. A piece, no matter how hard I've tried, I couldn't seem to get back."
Did you ever inhale a duet that so consumed you that you looked up and forgot what day it was? This was one of those....I not only highlighted half of the books, but went from smiles, to ugly cry and then tears of sheer joy!! It not only needs to be a movie, but I literally want to start all over to keep this train of feels going...Do not miss this one guys, it's Top Read 2018 Duet, seriously....Hudson melted my kindle and I loved every second!!! Enough angsty happenings to keep you white knuckling your kindle, but overwhelming sweetness and romance to keep your heart thumping for days after reading...it had me transfixed the entire time!! I was so happy that I had the 2nd book to dive into the way that this one ended, because it was a jaw dropper! I thank the Author for providing a copy to review!!
"The look in his eyes is so intense I'm not sure if I want to run to him or away from him. The way this man makes me feel is terrifying."
~~~Erika, Book Haven Book Blog
Did you ever inhale a duet that so consumed you that you looked up and forgot what day it was? This was one of those....I not only highlighted half of the books, but went from smiles, to ugly cry and then tears of sheer joy!! It not only needs to be a movie, but I literally want to start all over to keep this train of feels going...Do not miss this one guys, it's Top Read 2018 Duet, seriously....Hudson melted my kindle and I loved every second!!! Enough angsty happenings to keep you white knuckling your kindle, but overwhelming sweetness and romance to keep your heart thumping for days after reading...it had me transfixed the entire time!! I was so happy that I had the 2nd book to dive into the way that this one ended, because it was a jaw dropper! I thank the Author for providing a copy to review!!
"The look in his eyes is so intense I'm not sure if I want to run to him or away from him. The way this man makes me feel is terrifying."
~~~Erika, Book Haven Book Blog
May 5, 2018
Ever since her last novel Melissa Toppen has become one of my must read authors as her novels keeps getting better and better. Tequila Haze is no exception. This is the first book in the Tequila Duet and I loved it. The road to true love is not always straight, there are some curves and bumps along the way and Melissa clearly showed that in this story.
We meet Hudson & Lennon in the first chapter and the chemistry between them is intense. These two characters were both down to earth and charming. Melissa portrayed them in a way that made them both likable and so relatable. Additionally the secondary characters were all perfect additions to the story.
This page turner was a well-paced, easy read with some angst in between. Expect to be sucked into the lives of these two and be hooked until the end and left wanting more. It is a duet so there is one hell of a cliff-hanger at the end which I did not expect....OMG.
Tequila Haze was a fantastic read and I would highly recommend it. I can't wait to start the next book in this series.
**I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this novel.**
We meet Hudson & Lennon in the first chapter and the chemistry between them is intense. These two characters were both down to earth and charming. Melissa portrayed them in a way that made them both likable and so relatable. Additionally the secondary characters were all perfect additions to the story.
This page turner was a well-paced, easy read with some angst in between. Expect to be sucked into the lives of these two and be hooked until the end and left wanting more. It is a duet so there is one hell of a cliff-hanger at the end which I did not expect....OMG.
Tequila Haze was a fantastic read and I would highly recommend it. I can't wait to start the next book in this series.
**I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this novel.**
May 10, 2018
Wow! This story just pulls you right in.😊 I couldn't put the book down. I fell in love with Hudson & Lennon's story very early on.❤️ Melissa writes such likeable characters. Hudson & Lennon have amazing chemistry!🔥 They also have a way with each other, that it jumps off the page.❤️ It feels so real.😊💜 Melissa does such an amazing job capturing the emotions, the heat, and the love that Hudson and Lennon express to each other, others, and to themselves. This is the first book of a duet about these two. I loved learning the history of each character.💜 Learning more about Lennon. I also loved the few glimpses we got from Hudson's perspective/POV. It really gives some insight as to what he's feeling and thinking. I wasn't sure how "Tequila Haze" was going to end. Let's just say that I'm so glad that the wait isn't too long. For us to be able to read the next book: "Tequila Burn". I've usually waited till I have all the books in a duet or series before I read it. That way I don't have to wait too long to find out what happens. I have high hopes for the conclusion of Hudson & Lennon's love story....
May 10, 2018
Tequila Haze is book 1 in the Tequila Duet. Melissa Toppen is a new-to-me author and I really enjoyed her writing. There is a cliffhanger here... and its a doozie! So be aware....
Our hero is Hudson who is a rising country music star. I liked Hudson. Handsome, charming, kind, and humble. Lennon is our feisty heroine ( loved her name and yes she is named after a Beatle. Her sister is named Starr which was great too). Lennon is funny and warmhearted. Having been burned by a cheating ex, she is not looking for love.
Lennon and Hudson meet and share a very hot night together. They both feel a physical and emotional pull toward the other. But more than a night is not in the cards for them. Fast forward five years... a set of circumstances causes them to meet again. The connection is still there and still strong as ever. By this time Hudson's music career is barrelling skyward.
Lennon and Hudson are cute together. I enjoyed their banter and seeing them fall in love with each other. Getting to know each other as they tried to build on their physical and emotional attraction to each other.
Around halfway through the book we find out that Hudson has a secret and boy oh boy did I want to know what it was! This is also where we begin to get Hudson's POV which was a nice surprise. I read this book in one day. I reeeeeallllly wanted to know what Hudson was hiding! Do we find out? You will have to read and see. Some drama with Lennon's ex also plagues our couple in this first installment. Eagerly awaiting Book 2, Tequila Burn. This installment releases two weeks after this one so not long at all.
Reviewed by: Jamie B.
Our hero is Hudson who is a rising country music star. I liked Hudson. Handsome, charming, kind, and humble. Lennon is our feisty heroine ( loved her name and yes she is named after a Beatle. Her sister is named Starr which was great too). Lennon is funny and warmhearted. Having been burned by a cheating ex, she is not looking for love.
Lennon and Hudson meet and share a very hot night together. They both feel a physical and emotional pull toward the other. But more than a night is not in the cards for them. Fast forward five years... a set of circumstances causes them to meet again. The connection is still there and still strong as ever. By this time Hudson's music career is barrelling skyward.
Lennon and Hudson are cute together. I enjoyed their banter and seeing them fall in love with each other. Getting to know each other as they tried to build on their physical and emotional attraction to each other.
Around halfway through the book we find out that Hudson has a secret and boy oh boy did I want to know what it was! This is also where we begin to get Hudson's POV which was a nice surprise. I read this book in one day. I reeeeeallllly wanted to know what Hudson was hiding! Do we find out? You will have to read and see. Some drama with Lennon's ex also plagues our couple in this first installment. Eagerly awaiting Book 2, Tequila Burn. This installment releases two weeks after this one so not long at all.
Reviewed by: Jamie B.
May 8, 2018
Melissa Toppen, I am so mad at you I'm vibrating. Oh my...!
A wild night and a crazy spark leads Lennon on a journey that ends in heartbreak. Who knew you could fall so quickly? Only to find out you fell alone. I was devastated for Lennon when she found her dream guy otherwise "detained". I believed in the magic of their connection so when she stumbles on the one who got away again...
I fell even harder.
And that is why I'm angry with Ms. Toppen. I'm angry because I just got slapped with a reality check. A reality check so hard it definitely put me into orbit! What a way to end book one of the duet!
I have no doubt in my mind readers are going to riot until they can get Tequila Burn in their hot little hands!!!!
Reviewed for Sweet Spot Sisterhood
A wild night and a crazy spark leads Lennon on a journey that ends in heartbreak. Who knew you could fall so quickly? Only to find out you fell alone. I was devastated for Lennon when she found her dream guy otherwise "detained". I believed in the magic of their connection so when she stumbles on the one who got away again...
I fell even harder.
And that is why I'm angry with Ms. Toppen. I'm angry because I just got slapped with a reality check. A reality check so hard it definitely put me into orbit! What a way to end book one of the duet!
I have no doubt in my mind readers are going to riot until they can get Tequila Burn in their hot little hands!!!!
Reviewed for Sweet Spot Sisterhood
May 11, 2018
So this is part one of a duet, it does end on a cliffhanger, but trust me you do not want to wait to read this! I love all of Melissa’s books, but this one may be my new fave. There was such a connection between the two main characters Lennon and Hudson. With part two coming out in just 2 short weeks, I wouldn’t wait, I would jump on this now. You won’t regret it!
**Arc kindly provided by the author for an honest review**
**Arc kindly provided by the author for an honest review**
June 12, 2018
What a wonderful duet. Tequila Haze is a beautifully written story of second chances years later. Melissa did a wonderful job of making me forget that I was reading a second chance story.
Lennon and Hudson are two characters that I really enjoyed reading and I can't wait to read book two!
May 10, 2018
Oh my heart!! This book! It’s so good! It’s an all consuming story that will have you flipping the pages quickly! Melissa has written a story that you will devour!
Tequila Haze is a story of finding true love but having to endure some twists and turns to get it.
Lennon Claire is out celebrating her BF Emma’s birthday. They are having a great time and then Lennon meets Hudson Demasi. And he shakes her entire world! These two on night of fun and a whole lot of sexiness. Feelings are felt and they scare the crap right out of her.
Five years after meeting Hudson, Lennon attends a concert and low and behold she meets Hudson again. This time Hudson isn’t letting her go. The only thing now is Hudson isn’t just Hudson Demasi he is now The Hudson James the newest up and coming country star.
We follow as these to reconnect. We also know there’s a secret that could end this beautiful relationship. Will they be said before it’s too late or will things just be a Tequila Haze!
Highly recommended. This is book one of a duet.
Tequila Haze is a story of finding true love but having to endure some twists and turns to get it.
Lennon Claire is out celebrating her BF Emma’s birthday. They are having a great time and then Lennon meets Hudson Demasi. And he shakes her entire world! These two on night of fun and a whole lot of sexiness. Feelings are felt and they scare the crap right out of her.
Five years after meeting Hudson, Lennon attends a concert and low and behold she meets Hudson again. This time Hudson isn’t letting her go. The only thing now is Hudson isn’t just Hudson Demasi he is now The Hudson James the newest up and coming country star.
We follow as these to reconnect. We also know there’s a secret that could end this beautiful relationship. Will they be said before it’s too late or will things just be a Tequila Haze!
Highly recommended. This is book one of a duet.
May 16, 2018
Melissa Toppen, how can you leave me hanging like this? This book had everything I love in it with a strong story line, feels, great heat and so many things that left me with so much love in my heart and all encompassing. The characters were so well written and so easily to relate to and grab you and make you become part of their story. But do watch out because when the rug gets pulled out it is a killer!! I need book 2.....
May 7, 2018
⭐️
4.5 "Drunk On Love" Stars
⭐️
Tequila Haze is such a beautiful novel and a great start to this new duet. Melissa Toppen blended all the elements needed to have me hooked on this story.
On a night out with her best friend, Lennon Claire meets sexy aspiring musician Hudson Demasi. The easy flirty banters and sexual energy sizzling between them is undeniable. You feel the special connection pulling them together even if they barely know each other. They spent a memorable night together before losing contact for years.
When they unexpectedly meet again five years later, they don’t want to miss the chance to try to see where this one of a kind connection will lead them. Hudson is such a charming hero. He’s sexy and talented, but he’s also so captivated by Lennon that he would do anything to prove she’s the one. I really enjoyed his sweetness and attentiveness toward her. I also liked the fact Lennon is strong, confident and sweet! Her personality is really pleasant and made her an engaging heroine.
I appreciated this first part of Len and Hudson’s story and I must say that this cliffhanger ending had me so glad I already had Tequila Burn available to read straight after! Melissa Toppen assuredly created an appealing story with the right dose of sweet, intense, sexy, funny and irresistible!
** ARC received in exchange for an honest review **
Tequila Haze is such a beautiful novel and a great start to this new duet. Melissa Toppen blended all the elements needed to have me hooked on this story.
“I’m drunk on Hudson. Intoxicated by his beauty, his smell, the way his body feels against me, inside of me.”
On a night out with her best friend, Lennon Claire meets sexy aspiring musician Hudson Demasi. The easy flirty banters and sexual energy sizzling between them is undeniable. You feel the special connection pulling them together even if they barely know each other. They spent a memorable night together before losing contact for years.
“I told you that you were song worthy.”
When they unexpectedly meet again five years later, they don’t want to miss the chance to try to see where this one of a kind connection will lead them. Hudson is such a charming hero. He’s sexy and talented, but he’s also so captivated by Lennon that he would do anything to prove she’s the one. I really enjoyed his sweetness and attentiveness toward her. I also liked the fact Lennon is strong, confident and sweet! Her personality is really pleasant and made her an engaging heroine.
“Performing on a stage of thousands of screaming fans doesn’t hold a candle to the thrill I get every time I look at you.”
I appreciated this first part of Len and Hudson’s story and I must say that this cliffhanger ending had me so glad I already had Tequila Burn available to read straight after! Melissa Toppen assuredly created an appealing story with the right dose of sweet, intense, sexy, funny and irresistible!
** ARC received in exchange for an honest review **
January 15, 2019
WOW!!! this has got to be one of the best series I have ever read!!! I loved ever word every page!!! had my head and heart in a mess
April 30, 2018
I don’t know what is worse the cliffhanger of a Duet or the Haze of a Tequila hangover, uhh. I went in knowing that with a Duet meant we had to wait until book two to see where our heart is going to Burn with the Demise (ha, fitting for Hudson since his last name is Demasi) of Hudson and Lennon’s story, but dang it that ending has your heart burning and it’s not from Tequila this time. NO, NO, wtf that was not a blast from the past that we wanted to resurface. That’s one tsunami of a wave on that beachfront!
Lennon and her BF, Emma are out for Emma’s BD and meet Hudson and Colton. There was an instant connection between Lennon and Hudson, but how could your one be the one that you meet on the day you leave your annual vacation spot and you are and up and coming country singer? Well say it was the Tequila making them think the haze of their night was more than it was. It’s Nashville or bust that had them on a Rollercoaster as Luke Bryan’s songs seems fitting for this portion of the story. Enter a couple years later and Lennon never in a million years puts the puzzle together and expects to be Waldo is a crowd of millions, I’ll say.
Hudson makes music and his words are written through his songs, but you’ll be asking if his feelings were so intense that first day why didn’t he try harder to get in contact with Lennon? Oh, it says it alright, but it only gives us a tease as I believe the full outcome will prevail in book two. Hudson is determined to remedy his mistakes he made when it came to Lennon, but with mistakes come consequences and dang, you’ll need a bottle of Tequila to continue the Burn until we can get our hands-on book two to clear away our Haze. Like the song, “Tequila” by Dan + Shay, you can move on, but add Tequila into the mix and it gets a little hazing remembering things and your memories.
I loved that as you read the story you saw snippets of country songs and I’m still not sure it that was intentional seeing as he’s a country singer or it just happened like that ironically (oh, and yes, there’s a song called just that and I’m drawing a blank on his name). If you’re not a country fan, you’d completely miss this, but I am so I thought it was pretty cool even if it wasn’t on purpose.
Colton is Hudson’s BF and he’s someone we are hoping that will get a story of his own. He’s a good guy and funny and he deserves to be knocked down a little bit. The story is told mostly from Lennon’s POV, we do see a couple from Hudson and I would love to see more on his POV in the upcoming book as I may just have to stomp on him a little with how our emotions were left at the end of this book. The conclusion Tequila Burn better be the Burn we are hoping for the “good” Burn and not the “bad” Burn. This book is a page turner from beginning to end and until I can get my hands on the conclusion. Shots it is! Feel the Burn! Just saying, “Is anyone still Hazing days later?” cause I know I am.
Lennon and her BF, Emma are out for Emma’s BD and meet Hudson and Colton. There was an instant connection between Lennon and Hudson, but how could your one be the one that you meet on the day you leave your annual vacation spot and you are and up and coming country singer? Well say it was the Tequila making them think the haze of their night was more than it was. It’s Nashville or bust that had them on a Rollercoaster as Luke Bryan’s songs seems fitting for this portion of the story. Enter a couple years later and Lennon never in a million years puts the puzzle together and expects to be Waldo is a crowd of millions, I’ll say.
Hudson makes music and his words are written through his songs, but you’ll be asking if his feelings were so intense that first day why didn’t he try harder to get in contact with Lennon? Oh, it says it alright, but it only gives us a tease as I believe the full outcome will prevail in book two. Hudson is determined to remedy his mistakes he made when it came to Lennon, but with mistakes come consequences and dang, you’ll need a bottle of Tequila to continue the Burn until we can get our hands-on book two to clear away our Haze. Like the song, “Tequila” by Dan + Shay, you can move on, but add Tequila into the mix and it gets a little hazing remembering things and your memories.
I loved that as you read the story you saw snippets of country songs and I’m still not sure it that was intentional seeing as he’s a country singer or it just happened like that ironically (oh, and yes, there’s a song called just that and I’m drawing a blank on his name). If you’re not a country fan, you’d completely miss this, but I am so I thought it was pretty cool even if it wasn’t on purpose.
Colton is Hudson’s BF and he’s someone we are hoping that will get a story of his own. He’s a good guy and funny and he deserves to be knocked down a little bit. The story is told mostly from Lennon’s POV, we do see a couple from Hudson and I would love to see more on his POV in the upcoming book as I may just have to stomp on him a little with how our emotions were left at the end of this book. The conclusion Tequila Burn better be the Burn we are hoping for the “good” Burn and not the “bad” Burn. This book is a page turner from beginning to end and until I can get my hands on the conclusion. Shots it is! Feel the Burn! Just saying, “Is anyone still Hazing days later?” cause I know I am.
May 10, 2018
This story had me drawn in from the beginning. It’s a great story about Lennon and Hudson. The pages keep turning as you are trying to find out what happens. It’s a duet so you know Melissa is going to leave you hanging. Boy does she. Many great side characters as well. Can’t wait for book 2.
May 9, 2018
This story had me drawn in from the beginning. It’s a great story about Lennon and Hudson. The pages keep turning as you are trying to find out what happens. It’s a duet so you know Melissa is going to leave you hanging. Boy does she. Many great side characters as well. Can’t wait for book 2.
February 26, 2020
Pretty good book, but do yourself a favor and skip the audio version. I was not crazy about the narrator, AT ALL. #overacting
May 10, 2018
Melissa's words have a way of sucking you in. I was hooked by the end of chapter one.
warning!!! get everything done you need to get done before you start reading this book. I freaking loved Hudson. He is a sickening sweet man that has all the right words to say. But........... ( I'll leave it at that.)
Lennon, I just loved her. I can't wait for you to meet sweet little Lennon..
Warning!!! This book ends in a cliffhanger. And what a Mother %%$$% ending it is. holy hell. thank gosh I have book two!!!
whew. ok. I am diving back in..
warning!!! get everything done you need to get done before you start reading this book. I freaking loved Hudson. He is a sickening sweet man that has all the right words to say. But........... ( I'll leave it at that.)
Lennon, I just loved her. I can't wait for you to meet sweet little Lennon..
Warning!!! This book ends in a cliffhanger. And what a Mother %%$$% ending it is. holy hell. thank gosh I have book two!!!
whew. ok. I am diving back in..
May 16, 2018
Loved this book. Couldn’t put it down. I want a Hudson in my life ❤️❤️❤️❤️
July 17, 2020
4 Stars
This is a fluffy read with low angst for the majority of the book but don't be fooled. This has a plot twist that will knock you off your feet in the most jaw-dropping, anger-inducing way possible. When I finished the last page, I may or may not have thrown a fit because I was that upset.
I loved the backstory of how Hudson and Lennon first met and seeing their instant chemistry and connection. Although they are apart for five years, when they find each other again it was endearing and gave me all the feels. There was hardly any grief, bitterness, groveling or push and pull, which I enjoyed. I was all prepared to coast along on the boat of drama-free happiness, but little did I know what was ahead. There is some drama surrounding Lennon's ex, but it is minimal and not a big storyline. I loved the supporting characters, particularly Lennon's best friend Emma. One thing that did kind of bother me was the abundance of sex, which is typically something I would never dream of saying. However, it seemed like every time they saw each other (this features a long distance relationship), their first priority was jumping each other. Although frequent, the scenes were pretty short with not much detail. I wish we could have seen more of their non-sexual interactions, but I still think their relationship was developed well and I believed in their connection.
As for that plot twist, all I can say is WTF. It was such a shock and beautifully crafted because I absolutely did not see that one coming. Starting book two right away! I need to see that they get a HEA.
Series:
Book 1: Tequila Haze → 4 Stars
Book 2: Tequila Burn → 4 Stars
This is a fluffy read with low angst for the majority of the book but don't be fooled. This has a plot twist that will knock you off your feet in the most jaw-dropping, anger-inducing way possible. When I finished the last page, I may or may not have thrown a fit because I was that upset.
I loved the backstory of how Hudson and Lennon first met and seeing their instant chemistry and connection. Although they are apart for five years, when they find each other again it was endearing and gave me all the feels. There was hardly any grief, bitterness, groveling or push and pull, which I enjoyed. I was all prepared to coast along on the boat of drama-free happiness, but little did I know what was ahead. There is some drama surrounding Lennon's ex, but it is minimal and not a big storyline. I loved the supporting characters, particularly Lennon's best friend Emma. One thing that did kind of bother me was the abundance of sex, which is typically something I would never dream of saying. However, it seemed like every time they saw each other (this features a long distance relationship), their first priority was jumping each other. Although frequent, the scenes were pretty short with not much detail. I wish we could have seen more of their non-sexual interactions, but I still think their relationship was developed well and I believed in their connection.
As for that plot twist, all I can say is WTF. It was such a shock and beautifully crafted because I absolutely did not see that one coming. Starting book two right away! I need to see that they get a HEA.
Series:
Book 1: Tequila Haze → 4 Stars
Book 2: Tequila Burn → 4 Stars
May 11, 2018
😱😱😱😱😱 holy cliffhanger!!!
Lennon and Hudson met during spring break her senior year of college; she was 22 and he was 25. They hit it off and shared a sizzling night together. Hudson was clearly interested and so was Lennon but then something happened and they never saw each other again.
Fast forward 5 years and Hudson is a up and coming country singer superstar and Lennon is a designer. They accidentally ran into each other at one of his concerts and that’s how she found out what he was up to. Hudson clearly wanted to pick up from where they left off five years ago. Lennon was a bit hesitant but he was persistent and she gave in. Their relationship was blooming and Hudson made sure to see her every free time he had. But then the amazing author had like two chapters in his POV that had me questioning what he was really up to and what he was hiding.
When things blew up I did NOT see that secret that Hudson was hiding. I really would like to see how he’s going to save himself from the wrath of Lennon especially after everything she had just gone thru with her cheating ex that wanted her back no matter what.
Lennon and Hudson met during spring break her senior year of college; she was 22 and he was 25. They hit it off and shared a sizzling night together. Hudson was clearly interested and so was Lennon but then something happened and they never saw each other again.
Fast forward 5 years and Hudson is a up and coming country singer superstar and Lennon is a designer. They accidentally ran into each other at one of his concerts and that’s how she found out what he was up to. Hudson clearly wanted to pick up from where they left off five years ago. Lennon was a bit hesitant but he was persistent and she gave in. Their relationship was blooming and Hudson made sure to see her every free time he had. But then the amazing author had like two chapters in his POV that had me questioning what he was really up to and what he was hiding.
When things blew up I did NOT see that secret that Hudson was hiding. I really would like to see how he’s going to save himself from the wrath of Lennon especially after everything she had just gone thru with her cheating ex that wanted her back no matter what.
May 10, 2018
While out clubbing with her best friend Emma, Lennon meets up and coming country music star Hudson and the chemistry and connection between them is immediate and intense. They enjoy a steamy evening together before he heads back to Nashville can circumstances keep them apart.
Five years later for her sister’s bachelorette party they end up at an outdoor Country Music Festival and Lennon finds out that one of the performers is none other than Hudson. He recognizes her immediately and has her brought backstage as he has never forgotten about her. Now that he has her back in his life he is not about to let her go so easily but will they be able to overcome her trust issues and his secrets?
The banter between them is humorous, their chemistry intense and enough emotion to make the perfect country music song. This is the first part of a duet which does end on a cliff hanger but the second part is out May 24th so you don’t have long to wait. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
Five years later for her sister’s bachelorette party they end up at an outdoor Country Music Festival and Lennon finds out that one of the performers is none other than Hudson. He recognizes her immediately and has her brought backstage as he has never forgotten about her. Now that he has her back in his life he is not about to let her go so easily but will they be able to overcome her trust issues and his secrets?
The banter between them is humorous, their chemistry intense and enough emotion to make the perfect country music song. This is the first part of a duet which does end on a cliff hanger but the second part is out May 24th so you don’t have long to wait. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
April 30, 2018
Hudson is a wanna be singer from Nashville when he meets Lennon on the beach during spring break. They hit it off but it doesn’t end the way they thought.
Now here it is, five years later and he’s an up and coming country star traveling the country and she’s an interior designer finally living the dream with her bestie. Until that dream changes when she sees Hudson James on the stage.
They get all hot and heavy. Hudson is super sweet, while saying and doing all the right things...
Could it be their time? Well, I thought so, it was all going good until BAM! Sure as heck didn’t see that cliffy coming!
*I liked this story, it’s sweet and easy to read. Love the secondary characters too <3
Now here it is, five years later and he’s an up and coming country star traveling the country and she’s an interior designer finally living the dream with her bestie. Until that dream changes when she sees Hudson James on the stage.
They get all hot and heavy. Hudson is super sweet, while saying and doing all the right things...
Could it be their time? Well, I thought so, it was all going good until BAM! Sure as heck didn’t see that cliffy coming!
*I liked this story, it’s sweet and easy to read. Love the secondary characters too <3
April 28, 2021
Hudson and Lennon. Gosh those two. Get ready to fall in love with them. Hudson and Lennon meet and both just thinking its a one night thing. They both go through the years thinking about each other, until 5 years pass and they see each other again. Its like instalove/lust/where have you been all my life kinda thing. These two, even though they won't admit it to each other yet, their love is there. I lovvvvvvve Melissa Toppen books. I knew when I saw she was releasing this duet, I had to get in on this. I devoured this duet, I loved it. I love Hudson and Lennon together. Relationships go through good, bad, rough patches, its just trying to figure out how you fit in the equation and if its worth fighting for. Definitely add this to your TBR..
December 18, 2020
It is a really good book. An easy read about a one night stand that rekindles 5 years later. It was nice put together, but I wish it had more relationship development.
In some parts of the book I really wished that the pace was slower - for example them seeing each other at the concert and acting like they are old friends, not two people who haven't seen each other in 5 years. And I get that they are supposed to have this "special - one in a lifetime - connection", but still.
Also the 'lie' was kind of predictable.
4 stars.
In some parts of the book I really wished that the pace was slower - for example them seeing each other at the concert and acting like they are old friends, not two people who haven't seen each other in 5 years. And I get that they are supposed to have this "special - one in a lifetime - connection", but still.
Also the 'lie' was kind of predictable.
4 stars.
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