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Billion Scandals #4
Billion Dollar Enemy
Falling for my best friend's brother sounds about as enjoyable as sitting on a cactus. Don't get me wrong, he's delicious to look at, but his whole spoiled AF golden boy act he has going on, NO THANKS.
If I'm not gritting my teeth, trying not to tell him off,
I'm clenching my fist trying to talk myself out of assaut and battery.
He never misses a chance to run that mouth.
Until his perfect billionaire life comes to a screeching halt,
and he needs a favour from ME.
Spend a few weeks, all-expense "work" trip in the virgin islands.
And if his begging wasn't enough,
He sends a shirtless selfie so hot I throw my phone across the room!
When did I start noticing his soul-piercing eyes?
And that mysterious grin, dripping with charm.
The line between love and hate just got blurry.
Falling for Jack could cost me everything.
I just have to survive two weeks in paradise,
with only ONE bed.
Get ready to get lost in the fourth book in the series, A Billion Scandals. This is an emotionally deep story of fate, true love and what happens when two polar opposites can't keep their hands and hearts away from each other! No cheating or cliff hangers, and of course a HEA.
If I'm not gritting my teeth, trying not to tell him off,
I'm clenching my fist trying to talk myself out of assaut and battery.
He never misses a chance to run that mouth.
Until his perfect billionaire life comes to a screeching halt,
and he needs a favour from ME.
Spend a few weeks, all-expense "work" trip in the virgin islands.
And if his begging wasn't enough,
He sends a shirtless selfie so hot I throw my phone across the room!
When did I start noticing his soul-piercing eyes?
And that mysterious grin, dripping with charm.
The line between love and hate just got blurry.
Falling for Jack could cost me everything.
I just have to survive two weeks in paradise,
with only ONE bed.
Get ready to get lost in the fourth book in the series, A Billion Scandals. This is an emotionally deep story of fate, true love and what happens when two polar opposites can't keep their hands and hearts away from each other! No cheating or cliff hangers, and of course a HEA.
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First published July 28, 2020
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January 3, 2022
Story of Mona and Jack. Mona can be described as a Biracial/Bisexual, Hippie Girl Yoga Instructor and Jack was a Billionaire/Photographer/Philanthropist. In this book I felt that Mona harbored ill will towards Rich people because she felt that they should be doing more with their money and offering to change the world.
Her issues with Jack stemmed from him representing the type of individual that she viewed as entitled and rich. Someone who didn't think about anyone but themselves, their money and their influence. Yes; Jack was Rich and came from money but it wasn't up to Mona to judge him on how he spent his wealth.
Jack was your typical Billionaire Rich man who came from money. He had some serious "Daddy Issues" because the man he looked up to and tried desperately to emulate turned out to be a philanderer who literally had a secret family on the side.
Mona and Jack both had emotional baggage they needed to resolve within themselves but it seemed as if Mona was the one causing her own internal struggles. She was literally the cause of her unhappiness and misery. This was definitely an Enemies to Lovers story and Jack was a patient man and would not give up until he broke through the wall Mona kept built around her heart.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Her issues with Jack stemmed from him representing the type of individual that she viewed as entitled and rich. Someone who didn't think about anyone but themselves, their money and their influence. Yes; Jack was Rich and came from money but it wasn't up to Mona to judge him on how he spent his wealth.
Jack was your typical Billionaire Rich man who came from money. He had some serious "Daddy Issues" because the man he looked up to and tried desperately to emulate turned out to be a philanderer who literally had a secret family on the side.
Mona and Jack both had emotional baggage they needed to resolve within themselves but it seemed as if Mona was the one causing her own internal struggles. She was literally the cause of her unhappiness and misery. This was definitely an Enemies to Lovers story and Jack was a patient man and would not give up until he broke through the wall Mona kept built around her heart.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 28, 2024
Mona the hippy friend of his sister. Has been Jack sparing partners for over 7 years.
It’s now time for Jack to, who has realised he is in love with Mona . To get her to feel the same as he does.
It’s now time for Jack to, who has realised he is in love with Mona . To get her to feel the same as he does.
July 21, 2020
This is the fourth book in the series, A Billion Scandals. Jack and Mona were polar opposites and were constantly at odds. The story shows that there is a fine line between love and hate. They met at the wedding of her good friend's parents and didn't see each other for seven years. He was arrogant, wealthy, and grieving the death of his fiance and his father's betrayal. The book has lots of twists, plenty of angst, some drama, and explosive chemistry. There is a HEA and no cliffhanger. I read a free book via Booksprout and voluntarily chose to write a review.
January 27, 2022
I know, I know! I read out of order so sue me! I just happened to fall upon this author. . . So she’s new to me.
“I wanted more time. I wanted more Mona. I wanted more.”
Slow and steady was how this book began. You know the normal girl hates boy, you don’t know how they are going to fall in love, “but” this book surprised me. Not all at once but it happened and it turned out I really enjoyed the read. It was an unexpected love story from beginning to end.
“I wanted more time. I wanted more Mona. I wanted more.”
Slow and steady was how this book began. You know the normal girl hates boy, you don’t know how they are going to fall in love, “but” this book surprised me. Not all at once but it happened and it turned out I really enjoyed the read. It was an unexpected love story from beginning to end.
September 17, 2020
I received a free ARC, from Booksprout, in exchange for an honest and voluntary review
This was such a fantastic read!! It is a well written page turner, that keeps you wanting to know what will happen next!! There were great characters, and Jack and Mona had amazing chemistry ♥️ Their back and forth banter was really fantastic, and a lot of fun to read!! I highly recommend this book!!
Jack and Mona, who don’t get along, have to be around each other quite often. Mona is the college roommate of Jack’s sister, April, and Step Sister, Elisabeth. April and Elisabeth are extremely important to Jack and Mona, so they have to tolerate each other!! That doesn’t mean they don’t argue and insult each other, EVERYTIME they are around one another!! Mona and her family run into a jam, and Jack is the only one Mona can call. Mona also returns the favor, when Jack needs her to help him out of a situation. Through the course of all of this, Jack and Mona just might realize, the other one isn’t so bad after all.....
This was such a fantastic read!! It is a well written page turner, that keeps you wanting to know what will happen next!! There were great characters, and Jack and Mona had amazing chemistry ♥️ Their back and forth banter was really fantastic, and a lot of fun to read!! I highly recommend this book!!
Jack and Mona, who don’t get along, have to be around each other quite often. Mona is the college roommate of Jack’s sister, April, and Step Sister, Elisabeth. April and Elisabeth are extremely important to Jack and Mona, so they have to tolerate each other!! That doesn’t mean they don’t argue and insult each other, EVERYTIME they are around one another!! Mona and her family run into a jam, and Jack is the only one Mona can call. Mona also returns the favor, when Jack needs her to help him out of a situation. Through the course of all of this, Jack and Mona just might realize, the other one isn’t so bad after all.....
January 20, 2022
I love reading stories that really get into the difference between love and hate. There's a thin line and the tightrope dance across it has been my favorite tropes. L.A Pepper has done that and so much more. Mona and Jack are quite frankly an explosive couple. Mona is headstrong and an amazing female lead. Jack has contradictions from the man we were introduced to, to the man he really was behind his pain. I love the banter between them and after seven years, how do they handle their newfound maturity and the angst past they hold inside? This has been a great read, I can't wait for more!!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 30, 2020
Fated to Love
Jack Hamilton and Mona Sky-Jones dislike each other. Each enjoys engaging in verbal poking—addressing the other’s manners, beliefs and values which always seem to be categorically in opposition. And when in a high fury, they even regress into childish name-calling—to Mona, Jack becomes “jackass” to which Jack fires back, calling Mona “hippie girl”. But each has significant reasons to learn to co-exist—Jack’s sister, April, and step-sister, Elisabeth, are best friends and college roommates with Mona. So, because Jack and Mona love and are devoted to April and Lissie, they learn to testily tolerate each other. And, for a good cause, on a few rare occasions, they can even work together.
When needing to travel from New York City to the Adirondacks, transporting an abused mom and her newborn to shelter with Mona’s mom and dad, Mona seeks Jack’s assistance as driver for the flight to safety. Recovering from laser eye surgery and unable to see well enough to drive, Mona seeks out Jack who grudgingly agrees to play chauffeur for the 5-hour drive to the Sky-Jones home. But, with the return trip, neither anticipated becoming snowbound, needing to share a room—the honeymoon suite—at the hotel where they sheltered during the storm. Nor did either anticipate the sparks that their proximity created. And, when Jack needs Mona to agree to accompany him as his "girlfriend" to shield him from an aggressive acquaintance who is stalking him, he seeks to cash in on the favor Mona owes him for his 10 hours of chauffeuring. She agrees with some trepidation, especially when she learns that the professional weekend that he is to attend with a plus-one includes traveling to the Virgin Islands where once more, they are compelled to share a suite.
LA Pepper continues to weave a passionate and sensuous tale of love and discovery that is filled with unexpected twists, turns and tunnels with the Hamilton family in exploring the relationship of Jack and Mona. And while the Hamilton family and friends experience challenges not always of their own making, they face them with love and determination with only a few bumps and scrapes along the way to happiness and wholeness. This romance is a reading adventure well worth the readers’ attention. It reads well alone, but is even better with the knowledge of the relationships that spin out of the initial Hamilton family wedding in the Hamptons.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review ARCS, but I enjoyed the reading experience so much that I bought a copy for my "read-again" titles.
Jack Hamilton and Mona Sky-Jones dislike each other. Each enjoys engaging in verbal poking—addressing the other’s manners, beliefs and values which always seem to be categorically in opposition. And when in a high fury, they even regress into childish name-calling—to Mona, Jack becomes “jackass” to which Jack fires back, calling Mona “hippie girl”. But each has significant reasons to learn to co-exist—Jack’s sister, April, and step-sister, Elisabeth, are best friends and college roommates with Mona. So, because Jack and Mona love and are devoted to April and Lissie, they learn to testily tolerate each other. And, for a good cause, on a few rare occasions, they can even work together.
When needing to travel from New York City to the Adirondacks, transporting an abused mom and her newborn to shelter with Mona’s mom and dad, Mona seeks Jack’s assistance as driver for the flight to safety. Recovering from laser eye surgery and unable to see well enough to drive, Mona seeks out Jack who grudgingly agrees to play chauffeur for the 5-hour drive to the Sky-Jones home. But, with the return trip, neither anticipated becoming snowbound, needing to share a room—the honeymoon suite—at the hotel where they sheltered during the storm. Nor did either anticipate the sparks that their proximity created. And, when Jack needs Mona to agree to accompany him as his "girlfriend" to shield him from an aggressive acquaintance who is stalking him, he seeks to cash in on the favor Mona owes him for his 10 hours of chauffeuring. She agrees with some trepidation, especially when she learns that the professional weekend that he is to attend with a plus-one includes traveling to the Virgin Islands where once more, they are compelled to share a suite.
LA Pepper continues to weave a passionate and sensuous tale of love and discovery that is filled with unexpected twists, turns and tunnels with the Hamilton family in exploring the relationship of Jack and Mona. And while the Hamilton family and friends experience challenges not always of their own making, they face them with love and determination with only a few bumps and scrapes along the way to happiness and wholeness. This romance is a reading adventure well worth the readers’ attention. It reads well alone, but is even better with the knowledge of the relationships that spin out of the initial Hamilton family wedding in the Hamptons.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review ARCS, but I enjoyed the reading experience so much that I bought a copy for my "read-again" titles.
July 28, 2020
OMG, why couldn't I have been invited to that wedding seven years ago that all the billionaires went to?????
Another amazing book from L.A Pepper from this quiet family wedding! This time an enemies to lovers tale which is so super cute and toe curlingly adorable that I couldn't put it down. I was in both corners, cheering for them and willing them on (sometimes using my outside voice!!) and sometimes I was exasperated by her sheer stubbornness and their lack of communication. Could they make it work just from my encouragement alone though?????
Again this is book is well written; the planning and research is evident in each page. The continuity to previous books is good and level of detail is perfect. The hot chemistry between the two main characters isn't bad either!!!! Having been met at a distance in previously books we meet up close and personal as main characters this time. After seven years both have grown into themselves are are more confident but still have elements of personal damage from the intervening years that neither are aware of. This is written really sensitively touching on the subject of suicide and dysfunctional families and relationships and domestic abuse.
I loved this book and can't wait for the next one. I recommend that you catch up on this series as part of your summer reading as soon as you get the chance xx
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Another amazing book from L.A Pepper from this quiet family wedding! This time an enemies to lovers tale which is so super cute and toe curlingly adorable that I couldn't put it down. I was in both corners, cheering for them and willing them on (sometimes using my outside voice!!) and sometimes I was exasperated by her sheer stubbornness and their lack of communication. Could they make it work just from my encouragement alone though?????
Again this is book is well written; the planning and research is evident in each page. The continuity to previous books is good and level of detail is perfect. The hot chemistry between the two main characters isn't bad either!!!! Having been met at a distance in previously books we meet up close and personal as main characters this time. After seven years both have grown into themselves are are more confident but still have elements of personal damage from the intervening years that neither are aware of. This is written really sensitively touching on the subject of suicide and dysfunctional families and relationships and domestic abuse.
I loved this book and can't wait for the next one. I recommend that you catch up on this series as part of your summer reading as soon as you get the chance xx
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 19, 2020
**Presented with an ARC by the author via BookFunnel in exchange for an honest review.**
One thing I truly love about L.A. Pepper’s books that draw me in time and time again, is that leading women are women of color with diverse backgrounds and experiences. These are not your cookie-cutter romance book leading ladies, and that is something I truly appreciate.
The next in line after Billion Dollar “Friend”, we get to see Maya’s half-brother, Jack, as well as the woman who brought Maya and Matthew together at the end, Mona, come together. Mona is a feisty hippy, daughter of a Trinidad mother and an American father. Jack, is the billionaire son nursing two wounds—that of his father’s betrayal to his mother, and the suicide of his lover, Marissa.
I love falling into her books, and The Billionaire Scandal Series is quickly beating out the competition for the number one spot in my top ten list of favorite romances.
This was an absolutely beautiful book and a love story for the ages. L.A. Pepper is able to capture the depth of emotion so well that while reading this book you *are* Mona and Jack. There is a delicate and painfully thin line between love and hate and this book portrays that splendidly. There is so much more that I want to say, but doing so would reveal too many spoilers.
One thing I truly love about L.A. Pepper’s books that draw me in time and time again, is that leading women are women of color with diverse backgrounds and experiences. These are not your cookie-cutter romance book leading ladies, and that is something I truly appreciate.
The next in line after Billion Dollar “Friend”, we get to see Maya’s half-brother, Jack, as well as the woman who brought Maya and Matthew together at the end, Mona, come together. Mona is a feisty hippy, daughter of a Trinidad mother and an American father. Jack, is the billionaire son nursing two wounds—that of his father’s betrayal to his mother, and the suicide of his lover, Marissa.
I love falling into her books, and The Billionaire Scandal Series is quickly beating out the competition for the number one spot in my top ten list of favorite romances.
This was an absolutely beautiful book and a love story for the ages. L.A. Pepper is able to capture the depth of emotion so well that while reading this book you *are* Mona and Jack. There is a delicate and painfully thin line between love and hate and this book portrays that splendidly. There is so much more that I want to say, but doing so would reveal too many spoilers.
July 27, 2020
I received a free ARC copy in exchange for a honest review.
Mona is a bisexual hippie chick. Jack is a jack@ss (according to Mona). Jack knew what he wanted and was going to get it and that was Mona.
Jack is a great character. I love the way tragedy changes him. His repentance is to capture the world through a camera. When it comes to Mona though, he wears his emotions on his sleeve. When her words are cutting, he feels wounded. I just wanted to slap some sense into Mona (not really but come on...). Her love is hot and then cold, running away when she feels too much. No wonder Jack was confused. One of her best friends should have stood up to her; provided a mirror to her behavior. When Jack and Mona get together though, they sizzle.
This is the fourth book in the series A Billion Scandals. The couples from from the earlier books all make an appearance in number four too. The friendship with all the joking and poking at each other rings true for Jack and his best friend Duke. It reveals his true personality as well as feelings. I would have liked to see more of this interaction between Mona and her friends.
I love Mona's parents. These crazy hippies on the outskirts of civilization are funny because I think I know some people just like them. They are the sweetest.
The standalone book is a quick read that ends with a happily ever after.
Mona is a bisexual hippie chick. Jack is a jack@ss (according to Mona). Jack knew what he wanted and was going to get it and that was Mona.
Jack is a great character. I love the way tragedy changes him. His repentance is to capture the world through a camera. When it comes to Mona though, he wears his emotions on his sleeve. When her words are cutting, he feels wounded. I just wanted to slap some sense into Mona (not really but come on...). Her love is hot and then cold, running away when she feels too much. No wonder Jack was confused. One of her best friends should have stood up to her; provided a mirror to her behavior. When Jack and Mona get together though, they sizzle.
This is the fourth book in the series A Billion Scandals. The couples from from the earlier books all make an appearance in number four too. The friendship with all the joking and poking at each other rings true for Jack and his best friend Duke. It reveals his true personality as well as feelings. I would have liked to see more of this interaction between Mona and her friends.
I love Mona's parents. These crazy hippies on the outskirts of civilization are funny because I think I know some people just like them. They are the sweetest.
The standalone book is a quick read that ends with a happily ever after.
July 29, 2020
True love is truly blind.
The story of Mona and Jack is epic. It's a story of two people finding themselves and each other. Definitely a page turner! Oh man I loved this book!!! Mona has sass and at first Jack is full of himself. It's like watching your kids grow up and come into themselves. Mona's mom was great and hey I make ginger beer too! it's only as beery as you want it to get. And it really is all natural. But the love story of Mona and Jack was priceless! It's a tale of strong beliefs, and overcoming doubts and fears. Of realizing that even though each is from opposite ends of the social strata that not only is it alright to love and be loved. But to also know that it can and will coexist and survive when two people truly love one another. That love doesn't look at race or gender or any of the things most expect. True love is truly blind; and will withstand everything when the participants of it bind together and truly become one. Mona fought her battles with doubt and fear as did Jack; and once past that the rest is unity and love.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The story of Mona and Jack is epic. It's a story of two people finding themselves and each other. Definitely a page turner! Oh man I loved this book!!! Mona has sass and at first Jack is full of himself. It's like watching your kids grow up and come into themselves. Mona's mom was great and hey I make ginger beer too! it's only as beery as you want it to get. And it really is all natural. But the love story of Mona and Jack was priceless! It's a tale of strong beliefs, and overcoming doubts and fears. Of realizing that even though each is from opposite ends of the social strata that not only is it alright to love and be loved. But to also know that it can and will coexist and survive when two people truly love one another. That love doesn't look at race or gender or any of the things most expect. True love is truly blind; and will withstand everything when the participants of it bind together and truly become one. Mona fought her battles with doubt and fear as did Jack; and once past that the rest is unity and love.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 29, 2020
L.A. Pepper has written a 5-star book. This book is the story of Mona and Jack and how they deal with the feelings they have for one another. Mona doesn't like Jack and now she needs his help. He agrees to help her if she repays it later. Jack comes to collect his payment by asking Mona to go on a business trip with him and be his fake girlfriend. She plays the part will when needed. Their feelings change while in the Islands but Mona tells Jack that what happens in the Islands, stay in the Islands. Once they get back home, she ignores him until he has had enough and goes to see her. They talk and she tells him that she loves him but when he turns his back she runs. He thinks he knows where she has ran to and he beats her there. They have a long talk about everything.
Will Mona give in to Jack and let go of the past?
Can Jack convince Mona that they belong together?
This was a wonderful book and I would recommend this book to anyone.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Will Mona give in to Jack and let go of the past?
Can Jack convince Mona that they belong together?
This was a wonderful book and I would recommend this book to anyone.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 29, 2020
What a wonderful book this was! Its about Mona and Jack, a young couple who know one another through friends. I guess you would call them frenemies who would wind each other up just to get a reaction out of each other. After seeing each other at a wedding they went their separate ways for 7 years. After Jack saw Mona again he couldn't remember why they always fought, she was a beautiful woman and Jack had changed over the years. Mona asked Jack to help her out by taking a girl who to stay with her parents who live in the Adirondak Mountains. If you have read the previous books in L.A Peppers Billion Dollar Scandal series (and if you haven't you really should because they are awesome!) you will remember reading about Mona's parents. As Jack had realized he had feelings for Mona, Mona realized she had feelings for Jack! I don't want to give anything away but goodness me this story has all the feels! I really loved this book and definitely recommend it!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 29, 2020
I had been anxiously waiting for the release of Billion Dollar Enemy and I am beyond satisfied with this book. The characters are so complex, layered, flawed, and lovable. I’ve been obsessing over Mona and Jack’s (love)-hate relationship and their undeniable chemistry. Mona is one of my favorite heroines. She is strong, loving, a spitfire, wants to make the world a better place, protects those who need help, and speaks her mind. Jack is not the obnoxious, selfish guy I believed he was. There is so much more to him thank meets the eye; he’s passionate, regretful, selfless, caring, and believes everyone is connected and equal. Jack has suffered a great loss and wants to fall in love again and knows Mona is his soulmate. His plan to show Mona that he is the man for her proves to be a challenge when he finds Mona has her own insecurities and reasons to not want a relationship. I enjoyed this sweet, sexy story and am excited to continue with this series!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 30, 2020
Oh my gosh talk about a hate to love relationship well that’s exactly what Jack and Mona had. The banter between them is at times hilarious the chemistry is so freakin hot that your kindle may catch on fire ! They have been at each other’s throats for years. Both have underlying problems that they seem to think keeps them from being capable of being loved or in love. There is so much more to Jack than Mona knows and when she finally sees who he really is she is in awe of him. Leanne has really written one heck of an enemies to lover’s romance. The way she tells their story is so touching and heartfelt and it had me in tears at one point when we finally get to see the other side of who Jack really is and this is the side that no one knows about. It has all that you could want + more! I love LeAnne’s books they always are so relatable and down to earth. Once again, another 5-star story well worth the one click button ❤️
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 6, 2020
i read this book as part of an arc program. This is the fourth book in the Billion Dollar Scandal series. In this book, Jack and Mona are enemies and opposites and they fight constantly. When Jack returns from an overseas trip for his photography, he notices Mona in a new light and when she asks him for help driving to her parents, he agrees, but tells her he wants a favor in return. Jack knows he is going to use his favor to make Mona love him and when he asks her to go on a business trip with him and pretend to be his girlfriend, she has to agree. While they are away, sparks fly and Mona admits she really cares for Jack and would like to be with him. Jack knows things are going well for them, but Mona tells him it is only a fling while they are away and it can't be more. I really loved this story. I really liked Jack, he was not the jerk i thought he was and i think he really loved Mona. Mona was scared she would eventually ruin things with Jack, so she thought she was not right for him. Another good one.
July 23, 2020
The story of Mona and Jack is so sweet, powerful, heartwarming, steamy, and addicting. I just fell more in love with them and their story with each page. So. Freakin. Good. It was an absolute delight to read, I just couldn’t put it down.
Something that drew me in the most, was the fact that the characters themselves felt real and had flaws. I love to find ways to relate to characters and I think this helps in doing that. Mona is a bold, high-spirited, passionate, yoga instructor, who is ready to take on the world and anyone in it for the greater good. (Especially Jack.) Jack is.. a bit of an enigma to himself and Mona. I thoroughly enjoyed reading and learning about him and I think you should experience it for yourself without me telling you what he is like.
I absolutely recommend this book! This was my first venture into LA Peppers world and it was a fantastic introduction.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Something that drew me in the most, was the fact that the characters themselves felt real and had flaws. I love to find ways to relate to characters and I think this helps in doing that. Mona is a bold, high-spirited, passionate, yoga instructor, who is ready to take on the world and anyone in it for the greater good. (Especially Jack.) Jack is.. a bit of an enigma to himself and Mona. I thoroughly enjoyed reading and learning about him and I think you should experience it for yourself without me telling you what he is like.
I absolutely recommend this book! This was my first venture into LA Peppers world and it was a fantastic introduction.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 17, 2020
**Little Spoilers** I had been waiting for Zack and Mona's story since book 1. I could tell the chemistry between then would be off the charts since then. And this story did not disappoint! They have been arguing and bickering for years over absolutely nothing. So to see them turn that negative energy into something truly amazing for great to read! Cameos from the previous couples was a plus too. If you want to see pent up frustrations turn into a beautiful relationship, this is the vook for you. Starting from book 1 would be great, but not necessary to feel the fire between Jack and Mona. Excellent read!!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 18, 2020
Ms. Pepper has done it again. This story is nothing but addictive and captivating. Jack and Mona have been at each others throats since they have met. After years of not seeing each other, trauma, lost and secrets that are exposed, Jack sees Mona in a new light. Will Mona accept the changes that she sees or will she judge him on his past? This books explores the dark side of human emotions and just how much your past affects your present and future. The author beautifully wrote this book and I have to say that it is one of my favourites by her.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 17, 2020
Billion Dollar Enemy is a unique twist to a familiar story line. Jack and Mona have known each other for a long time, and they have not like each other for just as long. Time passes, things changes and people do too. The Jack he was in his youth is not the Jack of now, but can Mona see him now? Are they as different as she think? People say they are fated, Mona does not believe.
Jack and Mona's journey is one of pain, fear, hate, love and family, it will take you on an emotional ride as they open their hearts.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Jack and Mona's journey is one of pain, fear, hate, love and family, it will take you on an emotional ride as they open their hearts.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 28, 2020
I have officially found my favorite character of this series, its Mona. Mona is fiesty and like that hot sauce that you can't get enough of even though you can barely handle it. She would be the perfect friend that I need in my life. Jack can be difficult but he is the perfect amount of sweet to balance Mona's spice. The way they interact, the friends and family that are in their lives are so well written that it feels like I am watching a movie instead of reading a book. You can read this as a stand alone but if will truly enjoy all the characters and understand that amazing bond they all share I you read the entire series and I promise you will not be disappointed.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 28, 2020
I really enjoyed reading Billion Dollar Enemy by L.A. Pepper because it was such a great book about Mona and Jack. They didn't really like each other at first. Years later, they meet up again and feelings start to emerge for both of them. I think they both tried to fight their feelings for each other. I always love to read stories of characters that are enemies because they often become lovers. Mona was a very helpful and loving person. Jack had traveled the world taking photographs. He was very good at it. I just loved the characters of Mona and Jack.I loved their nicknames for each other too. They were very steamy together. It was a great book to read and I highly recommend reading it!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 2, 2020
I have to say that I totally loved this book. It captivated me from page one, and kept the pace, intrigue and flow steady enough that I couldn't put it down. The characters will not only keep you reading, they will have you falling in love all over again.
Jack and Mona are complete opposites...or are they? They clash at every turn, but is it a sign of something deeper, meant to be? The turbulence that follows these two will draw you in and keep your head spinning as they struggle against what can only be fate.
A beautiful tale you won't want to miss out on. Ms. Pepper simply has the talent to drag you along for what just may be the ride of your life. Well done!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Jack and Mona are complete opposites...or are they? They clash at every turn, but is it a sign of something deeper, meant to be? The turbulence that follows these two will draw you in and keep your head spinning as they struggle against what can only be fate.
A beautiful tale you won't want to miss out on. Ms. Pepper simply has the talent to drag you along for what just may be the ride of your life. Well done!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 14, 2020
After all the other books I've been reading lately, I wanted to take a step back and read a different kind of romance. This bok had just about everything in it, billionaires, off the grid people, damsel in distress rescuing, and an enemies-to-lovers romance that had me smiling so bright. After meeting Jack's fiancee in the beginning, and finding out what happens years later, I cried for her. Then, Mona comes in and Jack is struggling with this sudden attraction for her.
I laughed, cried, swore a blue steak, and celebrated alongside Mona and Jack. This was a surprisingly great story for me to read, and just wash l what I needed to get out of the dark head space I was in.
Please note that I did receive an ARC of this book, and the opinions expressed in this review are my own.
I laughed, cried, swore a blue steak, and celebrated alongside Mona and Jack. This was a surprisingly great story for me to read, and just wash l what I needed to get out of the dark head space I was in.
Please note that I did receive an ARC of this book, and the opinions expressed in this review are my own.
July 28, 2020
The story of Mona and Jack is so sweet, powerful, heartwarming, steamy, and addicting. Mona is a bold, high-spirited, passionate, yoga instructor, who is ready to take on the world and anyone in it for the greater good. Jack is a little bit of an enigma to himself and Mona. Jack and Mona's chance at having a relationship was always the case of wrong place and wrong time. After several years have passed Jack and Mona see each other again and it might be the perfect timing for them to try there chance at having a relationship. This book was a great read and a great addition to this series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 11, 2022
My first book by L.A. Pepper. This book is book 4 of the A Billion Scandals series. I have not read the prior books so this review is based on this one book. I read the back excerpt before diving in and I had high hopes, because Enemies to Lovers is one of my favorite trope. From what the back of the book says, it is about Mona falling for an arrogant, rude and entitled billionaire who so happens to be her best friend's brother. They started out as enemies because they can't seem to hold back their tongue towards one another. Then all of a sudden, Jack, the MMC, is "begging" Mona for a favor to accompany him on a work trip for a few weeks to the Virgin Islands. And as though his begging wasn't enough, he was sending her shirtless selfie to convince her to join him, making it seems like he has no shame in his game. Of course few weeks in a romantic setting, pretending to be his date will eventually lead them to something more.
*** Some Spoilers***
First off, Mona is a yoga teacher, preaching on being one with the center, calm within, meditating wu-saaa shtick. Yet she has this anger and temper in her that puts me off. Throughout the book, when she's not hot and heavy calling out his name, her go to nickname for Jack is mostly J@ck@ss or B!tch. The book depicted Mona as more of an aggressor than Jack was suppose to be. Her rude attitude wasn't just reserve for Jack, she was rude to her parents too, in my opinion. Mona's character also have a big heart in helping battered/abused women is are running away from their ex or their abusers and to find a safe place for them to start over. Yet there are times where the book shows her inconsiderate side as well. Mona was first to ask Jack for a favor to drive 5 hrs to said "safe place"and maybe spend the night there before making the long drive back the next morning. He was hesitant since he didn't know where they were heading and how it would be later that night but he still did her the favor after she agreed to pay back the favor. After arriving at Mona's parents place, the safe haven up in the secluded mountains, Jack felt comfortable. Mona, however, was fed up with her parents assuming that her and Jack were to together, forced Jack to leave that night, even though her dad had warn them about a snowstorm and Jack had wanted to stay the night. Not only was she inconsiderate of Jack having to drive 5 hrs there and another 5+ hours back to the city, this was her favor she asked of him, but didn't care if he was tired or not, or even if they will hit a snowstorm, it was all about her getting away from her parent's meddling.
Jack does have ulterior motives as to why he wanted Mona on the trip but asking Mona to accompany him to his work trip was him collecting on the favor she OWES him. Being in close proximity of each other, sparks are bound fly. Mona's indecision about her feelings for Jack and her insecurities about falling in love was giving me whip lash. She loves on him throughout the trip, but once they got back, she basically ghosted him because she couldn't fall in love with him. Then when he confronted her, she acted like nothing happened, and was willing to be just friends. Jack in his mind set, didn't want to be friends but if he can't have her as a lover, he still wanted her as a friend because he wanted to still be a part of her life. What frustrated me to no end was her reaction to him agreeing to be friends. *major eye roll* Turned everything around on Jack and made him seem like the @sshole for wanting to be only friends after everything that happen. Seduced him to sleep with her and had the audacity to dip out on him the very next day. I mean if their genders were reversed, and Mona was the guy and Jack was the girl, Mona would be the number one enemy in all eyes! What was even more disappointing was that Jack had to chase after her, yet again, only for her to get all angry at him for following her, couldn't pick up the clues that she didn't want to be with him and stuff, then later on confessing her love for him and wanted to be together.
I gave it a 3 stars because the sexual parts were spicy, kept me entertained. Story was short compared to other full length book so I don't have to agonize over reading more of Mona. I felt their chemistry during their time at the Virgin Island, but that faded when they were back home. I enjoyed seeing Jack's character revealing more in depth layers to what we initially thought. He wasn't even that much of an @sshole. For me, Mona was more of the @sshole.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
*** Some Spoilers***
First off, Mona is a yoga teacher, preaching on being one with the center, calm within, meditating wu-saaa shtick. Yet she has this anger and temper in her that puts me off. Throughout the book, when she's not hot and heavy calling out his name, her go to nickname for Jack is mostly J@ck@ss or B!tch. The book depicted Mona as more of an aggressor than Jack was suppose to be. Her rude attitude wasn't just reserve for Jack, she was rude to her parents too, in my opinion. Mona's character also have a big heart in helping battered/abused women is are running away from their ex or their abusers and to find a safe place for them to start over. Yet there are times where the book shows her inconsiderate side as well. Mona was first to ask Jack for a favor to drive 5 hrs to said "safe place"and maybe spend the night there before making the long drive back the next morning. He was hesitant since he didn't know where they were heading and how it would be later that night but he still did her the favor after she agreed to pay back the favor. After arriving at Mona's parents place, the safe haven up in the secluded mountains, Jack felt comfortable. Mona, however, was fed up with her parents assuming that her and Jack were to together, forced Jack to leave that night, even though her dad had warn them about a snowstorm and Jack had wanted to stay the night. Not only was she inconsiderate of Jack having to drive 5 hrs there and another 5+ hours back to the city, this was her favor she asked of him, but didn't care if he was tired or not, or even if they will hit a snowstorm, it was all about her getting away from her parent's meddling.
Jack does have ulterior motives as to why he wanted Mona on the trip but asking Mona to accompany him to his work trip was him collecting on the favor she OWES him. Being in close proximity of each other, sparks are bound fly. Mona's indecision about her feelings for Jack and her insecurities about falling in love was giving me whip lash. She loves on him throughout the trip, but once they got back, she basically ghosted him because she couldn't fall in love with him. Then when he confronted her, she acted like nothing happened, and was willing to be just friends. Jack in his mind set, didn't want to be friends but if he can't have her as a lover, he still wanted her as a friend because he wanted to still be a part of her life. What frustrated me to no end was her reaction to him agreeing to be friends. *major eye roll* Turned everything around on Jack and made him seem like the @sshole for wanting to be only friends after everything that happen. Seduced him to sleep with her and had the audacity to dip out on him the very next day. I mean if their genders were reversed, and Mona was the guy and Jack was the girl, Mona would be the number one enemy in all eyes! What was even more disappointing was that Jack had to chase after her, yet again, only for her to get all angry at him for following her, couldn't pick up the clues that she didn't want to be with him and stuff, then later on confessing her love for him and wanted to be together.
I gave it a 3 stars because the sexual parts were spicy, kept me entertained. Story was short compared to other full length book so I don't have to agonize over reading more of Mona. I felt their chemistry during their time at the Virgin Island, but that faded when they were back home. I enjoyed seeing Jack's character revealing more in depth layers to what we initially thought. He wasn't even that much of an @sshole. For me, Mona was more of the @sshole.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 9, 2022
The billionaire jack@$$ and the hippie girl.
If opposites attract then Mona Sky-Jones and Jack Hamilton are the perfect example of polar opposites. He's a billionaire, lawyer, professional photographer and entrepreneur. She's is biracial, bisexual, yoga studio owner/ instructor hippie that was raised by her bohemian off grid hippie parents to be one with nature to fight to save earth.
Jack comes from old money and entitlement where he idolized his father and even planned to follow in his footsteps. Then he discovered his father was actually a horrible person so he lashed out taking his anger, hurt and frustration out on his sisters bestfriend Mona. He and Mona were constantly nitpicking each other over anything and everything. She would call him a jack@$$ and he would in return call her hippie girl. So when they ran into each other at his mothers wedding they couldn't help but start with the verbal sparring again. Then life went on and now seven years later after he returned from an overseas trip they see each other in his brother-in-laws bar. Only he seems different to her for some reason he wants to be friends instead of sworn enemies but she wasn't ready for that realization so she had to strike out with her normal mean comments and sarcasm . Eventually they run into each other again and this time she needs a favor he agrees but she will owe him one. This is where their journey truly begins and their story becomes interesting. There was so many emotions and struggles along the way that their story was angsty, with drama, twist and chemistry galore as they work through their past hurt and misunderstandings.I couldn't help but root for them.
I received a free copy from Booksprout an I'm voluntarily leaving my review.
4.5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
If opposites attract then Mona Sky-Jones and Jack Hamilton are the perfect example of polar opposites. He's a billionaire, lawyer, professional photographer and entrepreneur. She's is biracial, bisexual, yoga studio owner/ instructor hippie that was raised by her bohemian off grid hippie parents to be one with nature to fight to save earth.
Jack comes from old money and entitlement where he idolized his father and even planned to follow in his footsteps. Then he discovered his father was actually a horrible person so he lashed out taking his anger, hurt and frustration out on his sisters bestfriend Mona. He and Mona were constantly nitpicking each other over anything and everything. She would call him a jack@$$ and he would in return call her hippie girl. So when they ran into each other at his mothers wedding they couldn't help but start with the verbal sparring again. Then life went on and now seven years later after he returned from an overseas trip they see each other in his brother-in-laws bar. Only he seems different to her for some reason he wants to be friends instead of sworn enemies but she wasn't ready for that realization so she had to strike out with her normal mean comments and sarcasm . Eventually they run into each other again and this time she needs a favor he agrees but she will owe him one. This is where their journey truly begins and their story becomes interesting. There was so many emotions and struggles along the way that their story was angsty, with drama, twist and chemistry galore as they work through their past hurt and misunderstandings.I couldn't help but root for them.
I received a free copy from Booksprout an I'm voluntarily leaving my review.
4.5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
July 20, 2020
This is Jack and Mona's story. They met through her best friends, April and Lissie at a wedding. It was April's Mom who was the bride and Lissie's Dad the groom and very wealthy and Jack was April's older brother. Mona was the hippie girl, the outsider, from a bohemian family who felt very out of place.
They clash and she meets Jack's fiance Marissa who is very sweet and they talk about his family history.
Jack and Mona meet again seven years later at their best friend's bar. He's already there and she comes in with Lissie and his sister April. She hears he has been off to Somalia and he tells her he'll take her somewhere in Africa on his next photography trip. She laughs saying we're not friends and they end up arguing until her friends come and separate them. Jack sits and thinks about her all night long and realizes he likes her.
A little more time goes by and Mona has had eye surgery and needs help so she goes to the bar looking for Jack and he decides to help her. He had asked for help from her before so he "owes her". So this is really where the story starts. They end up helping each other out several more times with one of times involving a trip to an Island getaway. Here Mona learns more about Jack, his family, his life and is shocked at some of the things she has learned about him. But they become involved with each other.
Can these two opposites learn to love each other?
For me, the story was so so and didn't hold my attention. I didn't need to be told several times she was a hippie and bisexual and they came from different worlds.
I received this book as an ARC for my honest review. I would give this 3 stars
They clash and she meets Jack's fiance Marissa who is very sweet and they talk about his family history.
Jack and Mona meet again seven years later at their best friend's bar. He's already there and she comes in with Lissie and his sister April. She hears he has been off to Somalia and he tells her he'll take her somewhere in Africa on his next photography trip. She laughs saying we're not friends and they end up arguing until her friends come and separate them. Jack sits and thinks about her all night long and realizes he likes her.
A little more time goes by and Mona has had eye surgery and needs help so she goes to the bar looking for Jack and he decides to help her. He had asked for help from her before so he "owes her". So this is really where the story starts. They end up helping each other out several more times with one of times involving a trip to an Island getaway. Here Mona learns more about Jack, his family, his life and is shocked at some of the things she has learned about him. But they become involved with each other.
Can these two opposites learn to love each other?
For me, the story was so so and didn't hold my attention. I didn't need to be told several times she was a hippie and bisexual and they came from different worlds.
I received this book as an ARC for my honest review. I would give this 3 stars
July 28, 2020
🐲🐲ONE ELECTRIFYING TREAT🐲🐲
Holy habanero! Pepper pours it on deep, spicy and sweet with this sensational debacle, tossing in all the heat and magic, mixing it up and slamming this baby harder than a cheap screen door, wrapping this jewel up sleek, shiny and tight. Anarchy runs rampant and havoc is rife, rolling out the drama, turmoil, intrigue, desire, electrifying suspense and intense situations, along with a double dose of steam while dodging chaos, you have one intoxicating masterpiece. Lines blurred and crossed boundaries, limitations are amplified and exploited, riding the current and breaking waves, testing our characters in ways they could have never imagined. Braided, banded and tightly curled, showcasing the soaring ups and agonizing downs, grounding in it's simplicity and impressive in it's depth, putting our characters through their paces, blasting this baby to life brilliantly. The raw magnetism, undeniable attraction and sizzling chemistry collides with such intensity, drawing you deeper until you feel the electrifying hum running rampant through your veins. The characters, interactions and charged atmosphere along with relatable qualities and individual traits add diversity, transforming into genuine charismatic personalities. The scenes are strikingly sharp with abundant details and vivid descriptions creating an elaborate backdrop that makes the storyline explode. Fantastic job Pepper, thanks for sharing this bad boy with us.
Holy habanero! Pepper pours it on deep, spicy and sweet with this sensational debacle, tossing in all the heat and magic, mixing it up and slamming this baby harder than a cheap screen door, wrapping this jewel up sleek, shiny and tight. Anarchy runs rampant and havoc is rife, rolling out the drama, turmoil, intrigue, desire, electrifying suspense and intense situations, along with a double dose of steam while dodging chaos, you have one intoxicating masterpiece. Lines blurred and crossed boundaries, limitations are amplified and exploited, riding the current and breaking waves, testing our characters in ways they could have never imagined. Braided, banded and tightly curled, showcasing the soaring ups and agonizing downs, grounding in it's simplicity and impressive in it's depth, putting our characters through their paces, blasting this baby to life brilliantly. The raw magnetism, undeniable attraction and sizzling chemistry collides with such intensity, drawing you deeper until you feel the electrifying hum running rampant through your veins. The characters, interactions and charged atmosphere along with relatable qualities and individual traits add diversity, transforming into genuine charismatic personalities. The scenes are strikingly sharp with abundant details and vivid descriptions creating an elaborate backdrop that makes the storyline explode. Fantastic job Pepper, thanks for sharing this bad boy with us.
January 20, 2022
This is the story of Mona and Jack. Their story began extremely terrible. They basically hate each other. She was the best friend of his sister and stepsister. He was an arrogant and selfish man who thought only about himself. At the beginning of the story, he had a girlfriend. She was very sweet and she told him that if they were not together his mate was Mona. Mona was the opposite of him, a hippie, bisexual and free spirited woman. After years, Jack’s girlfriend died and he wanted to stay away. The pain hurt him deeply and he finally realized that he did to his girlfriend the same his dad did to his mom. He thought he did not deserve a second chance, but when he saw Mona, something changed. He began to feel alive again. But Mona still looking at him as her enemy. What are the odds that everyone thinks they belong together? Her own parents told her that. Now, he is different, even nice and invited her to spend time with him in the Virgin Islands. Mona is noe confused because he was supposed to be her enemy but he is no longer her enemy. The attraction is mutual and the temperature is rising between them. Nice story and characters. Highly recommended.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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