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Flawless
Life can change in the blink of an eye. No one knows that better than Lily Tate. A chance encounter with a tall, handsome businessman, throws Lily's organized world into disarray. After witnessing her dad's murder when she was fifteen, she keeps men at a distance, reluctant to love or be loved—scared that she wouldn't survive another loss. Tormented by nightmares, and racked with guilt, Lily struggles with the onslaught of emotions that accompany this enchanting stranger. Alexander Rhodes is the whole package—intelligent, gorgeous, and wealthy. From the outside looking in, his life is perfect, but he learned the hard way not to expect loyalty or love from those around you. Success comes at a price. Xander is determined not to make the same mistakes again, but a breathtaking beauty forces him to throw caution to the wind, and win her love. A chance encounter, two broken souls, explosive consequences. Will Xander and Lily be able to heal each other's wounds, or will their past spill into the present, extinguishing any chance of a future together? FLAWLESS is a sexy, sassy, and elegant take on a classic fairytale—the endearing knight in shining armor, intent on conquering the heart of his fair maiden. *Previously published under pen name SIENNA PARKS with Prism Heart Press*
258 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 7, 2020
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Eva Haining
48 books263 followersI'm happiest when wandering through the unchartered territory of my imagination. You'll find me curled up with my laptop, browsing the books at the local library, or enjoying the smell of a new book, taking great delight in cracking the spine and writing in the margins!
Eva is a native Scot, but lives in Texas with her husband, two kids, and a whizzy little fur baby with the most ridiculous ears. She first fell in love with British Literature while majoring in Linguistics, 17th Century Poetry, and Shakespeare at University. She is an avid reader and lifelong notebook hoarder. In 2014, she finally put her extensive collection to good use and started writing her first novel. Previously published with Prism Heart Press under the pen name Sienna Parks, Eva decided to branch out on her own and lend her name to her full back catalogue! She is currently working on some exciting new projects.
Eva is a native Scot, but lives in Texas with her husband, two kids, and a whizzy little fur baby with the most ridiculous ears. She first fell in love with British Literature while majoring in Linguistics, 17th Century Poetry, and Shakespeare at University. She is an avid reader and lifelong notebook hoarder. In 2014, she finally put her extensive collection to good use and started writing her first novel. Previously published with Prism Heart Press under the pen name Sienna Parks, Eva decided to branch out on her own and lend her name to her full back catalogue! She is currently working on some exciting new projects.
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Blurb:
Life can change in the blink of an eye. No one knows that better than Lily Tate.
A chance encounter with a tall, handsome businessman, throws Lily’s organized world into disarray. After witnessing her dad’s murder when she was fifteen, she keeps men at a distance, reluctant to love or be loved – scared that she wouldn’t survive another loss. Tormented by nightmares, and racked with guilt, Lily struggles with the onslaught of emotions that accompany this enchanting stranger.
Alexander Rhodes is the whole package – intelligent, gorgeous, and wealthy. From the outside looking in, his life is perfect, but he learned the hard way not to expect loyalty or love from those around you. Success comes at a price. Xander is determined not to make the same mistakes again, but a breathtaking beauty forces him to throw caution to the wind, and win her love.
A chance encounter; two broken souls; explosive consequences.
Will Xander and Lily be able to heal each other’s wounds, or will their past spill into the present, extinguishing any chance of a future together?
Flawless is a sexy, sassy, and elegant take on a classic fairytale – the endearing knight in shining armor, intent on conquering the heart of his fair maiden… no matter the cost.
Blurb:
Life can change in the blink of an eye. No one knows that better than Lily Tate.
A chance encounter with a tall, handsome businessman, throws Lily’s organized world into disarray. After witnessing her dad’s murder when she was fifteen, she keeps men at a distance, reluctant to love or be loved – scared that she wouldn’t survive another loss. Tormented by nightmares, and racked with guilt, Lily struggles with the onslaught of emotions that accompany this enchanting stranger.
Alexander Rhodes is the whole package – intelligent, gorgeous, and wealthy. From the outside looking in, his life is perfect, but he learned the hard way not to expect loyalty or love from those around you. Success comes at a price. Xander is determined not to make the same mistakes again, but a breathtaking beauty forces him to throw caution to the wind, and win her love.
A chance encounter; two broken souls; explosive consequences.
Will Xander and Lily be able to heal each other’s wounds, or will their past spill into the present, extinguishing any chance of a future together?
Flawless is a sexy, sassy, and elegant take on a classic fairytale – the endearing knight in shining armor, intent on conquering the heart of his fair maiden… no matter the cost.
May 6, 2017
Okay
This was definitely a mushy cliche book, but it was decent read. I love my males to be alpha, but a romantic with their women. I felt Xander was just too cliche and too perfect if that make sense, so ultimately his character was very one dimensional. Lily was just there. Her character never popped for me. If your looking for a cliche mushy book then this is for you.
This was definitely a mushy cliche book, but it was decent read. I love my males to be alpha, but a romantic with their women. I felt Xander was just too cliche and too perfect if that make sense, so ultimately his character was very one dimensional. Lily was just there. Her character never popped for me. If your looking for a cliche mushy book then this is for you.
August 10, 2017
DNF'd at 58%
I just can't anymore.
Why 3 stars if I DNF'd, well because it isn't the writing that made me want to give up.
It was the damn characters, they were just not for me, at all. Very 1 dimensional.
**I will add that this author can sure write some steamy love scenes!
I just can't anymore.
Why 3 stars if I DNF'd, well because it isn't the writing that made me want to give up.
It was the damn characters, they were just not for me, at all. Very 1 dimensional.
**I will add that this author can sure write some steamy love scenes!
September 27, 2017
Fast forward
Virgins that know and do more than two married woman put tougher. Just plains stupid. Like the man , although a little bit of a wimp. These books are for teenagers with no brain's and just horny.
Virgins that know and do more than two married woman put tougher. Just plains stupid. Like the man , although a little bit of a wimp. These books are for teenagers with no brain's and just horny.
April 6, 2017
This is an amazingly sweet and beautiful romance story. This story is about two people that need love but there are things from their past that prevent that from happening. Xander & Lily-- Lily wasn't looking to meet her Soulmate as she had just finished doing her thesis on campus when she ran into him on her school campus but fate brought Xander into her life with push , shove and a flurry of papers. Xander a wealthy man knows that Lily is special from the moment they meet, and does everything he can to get her attention. Xander is NOT a man known to have to make a woman look twice at him but that is what he has to do with Lily. She is innocent yet very independent. Xander is so alpha and dominant yet he is so kind and considerate and he really wants to show all this to Lily. All this this new to Xander, especially after suffering thru heartbreak in his life . He never thought he would want to be in love again and what he feels for Lily, it is love.
Lily is so refreshing. She cares about others, looks out for those she cares about and worries about them. Lilly loves with every fiber of her being. She suffered greatly in her past and had a terrible heartbreak in her past which hinders her present and possibly her future. Thing about people who are broken- they can love but they love with total fear in their hearts. Will Lily be able to let go of that fear and open her heart completely to Xander and love him completely without fear?
The passion between Xander and Lily is hot and sizzling. Their chemistry is well written and engaging. This is a wonderful and beautiful love story that kept me hooked. The author wrote a fabulous male character who is so sexy and has a deliciously dirty mouth that he has he wishing he was real. This is a new author , one whom I look forward to reading more from. She has a special way of writing that immediately draws you into what she has written. I loved her book and didn’t want this story to end. I highly recommend this book & I look forward to Addi and Carter's story
My rating: 4.8 stars ****
"I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book in exchange for an honest review***
Lily is so refreshing. She cares about others, looks out for those she cares about and worries about them. Lilly loves with every fiber of her being. She suffered greatly in her past and had a terrible heartbreak in her past which hinders her present and possibly her future. Thing about people who are broken- they can love but they love with total fear in their hearts. Will Lily be able to let go of that fear and open her heart completely to Xander and love him completely without fear?
The passion between Xander and Lily is hot and sizzling. Their chemistry is well written and engaging. This is a wonderful and beautiful love story that kept me hooked. The author wrote a fabulous male character who is so sexy and has a deliciously dirty mouth that he has he wishing he was real. This is a new author , one whom I look forward to reading more from. She has a special way of writing that immediately draws you into what she has written. I loved her book and didn’t want this story to end. I highly recommend this book & I look forward to Addi and Carter's story
My rating: 4.8 stars ****
"I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book in exchange for an honest review***
March 31, 2017
I absolutely loved this book! It's probably one of the most romantic books I've ever read. Xander and Lily's relationship is both steamy and heartwarming. Lily is innocent, yet strong willed. Xander is an alpha male with a generous personality and a heart of gold. This story will take you on a wild ride of love, passion and heartbreak. It has all the feels.
Xander is the type of man that will do anything for those he cares about. Not everyone always has your best interests at heart and in most cases, for Xander, love is definitely blind. Having had his heart broken once before, can he just this new ray of sunshine, Lily, with his heart or will she be the one to shatter it for all who come after her?
Lily has had heart break herself. Love of any kind has never gone well for her. A despairing loss keeps her from getting close to anyone except one person. Having struck out one love so many times before will Xander be able to show her what real, true love feels like?
Lily was a breath of fresh air for me. She's one of those people who genuinely cares about others. Sweet and kind people are sometimes the most breakable. Lilly loves with all she has. When one of the greatest loves shes ever known is stolen from her, she can't help but break. But broken people can still love, though not without fear. Lily makes you want to get to know her, be friends with her. You can't help but like her and want to help her.
Xander is hot! He may be a billionaire, but her doesn't let her money go to his head. His dirty mouth would have even the most stubborn woman melting in her hands, me included.
This is the first book I have read by Sienna and it won't be the last. My only problem is that her writing makes me wish that the characters were real and not just amazing creations from her mind.
Xander is the type of man that will do anything for those he cares about. Not everyone always has your best interests at heart and in most cases, for Xander, love is definitely blind. Having had his heart broken once before, can he just this new ray of sunshine, Lily, with his heart or will she be the one to shatter it for all who come after her?
Lily has had heart break herself. Love of any kind has never gone well for her. A despairing loss keeps her from getting close to anyone except one person. Having struck out one love so many times before will Xander be able to show her what real, true love feels like?
Lily was a breath of fresh air for me. She's one of those people who genuinely cares about others. Sweet and kind people are sometimes the most breakable. Lilly loves with all she has. When one of the greatest loves shes ever known is stolen from her, she can't help but break. But broken people can still love, though not without fear. Lily makes you want to get to know her, be friends with her. You can't help but like her and want to help her.
Xander is hot! He may be a billionaire, but her doesn't let her money go to his head. His dirty mouth would have even the most stubborn woman melting in her hands, me included.
This is the first book I have read by Sienna and it won't be the last. My only problem is that her writing makes me wish that the characters were real and not just amazing creations from her mind.
April 6, 2017
If you are looking for a true story full of love and romance then Flawless is the book for you. Flawless tells the love story of Alexander “Xander” Rhodes and Lily Tate. Xander may seem like a billionaire bad boy but sometimes looks may be deceiving. Lilly is in her last year of college and is just trying to get by. Something horrible and tragic happened to her in her childhood and it shaped her into the person she is today.
When they bump into each other, their worlds change but only Xander is willing to accept it at first. He is willing to work hard to win Lily’s heart. When Lily finally opens herself up to the idea of love and Xander, something beautiful is created. Now this story is not without drama and let me tell you there is drama, and there is something that happens that will put fear into your heart. But luckily, Xander is not willing to give up….
They each have a best friend, Carter, and Addi, who are each more like family to them. And they seem to have a complicated relationship with each other. I can’t wait to see what is going to happen in book 2.
ARC provided for an honest review.
When they bump into each other, their worlds change but only Xander is willing to accept it at first. He is willing to work hard to win Lily’s heart. When Lily finally opens herself up to the idea of love and Xander, something beautiful is created. Now this story is not without drama and let me tell you there is drama, and there is something that happens that will put fear into your heart. But luckily, Xander is not willing to give up….
They each have a best friend, Carter, and Addi, who are each more like family to them. And they seem to have a complicated relationship with each other. I can’t wait to see what is going to happen in book 2.
ARC provided for an honest review.
April 8, 2017
This book is the first by this author. I was asked to review this book.
Considering this is the first book by this author I thought it was a great read. This is Xander and Lily's story. They both have their baggage but they both want true love too. This is like a fair tale kind of romance, which is my kind of romance. Almost over the top. I loved how Xander treated Lily and how he tried to ensure that all times she knew she was loved. He did mess up a couple of times but only because he was trying to protect her. The story was engaging and fast moving. I am looking forward to reading Addie and Carter's story.
Definitely worth the read and its available on Kindle Unlimited.
Considering this is the first book by this author I thought it was a great read. This is Xander and Lily's story. They both have their baggage but they both want true love too. This is like a fair tale kind of romance, which is my kind of romance. Almost over the top. I loved how Xander treated Lily and how he tried to ensure that all times she knew she was loved. He did mess up a couple of times but only because he was trying to protect her. The story was engaging and fast moving. I am looking forward to reading Addie and Carter's story.
Definitely worth the read and its available on Kindle Unlimited.
April 7, 2017
I received this as an Arc for my honest review. This story between Lily and Xander had me hooked from the beginning! The instant chemistry between them had me wanting more. This love story was steamy and romantic all at once! I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of their story! I can't wait for the next chapter in this series! Well done Sienna Parks! Your story was amazing!
August 10, 2017
Ehhhh
This book read like a young adult book with adult sex scenes. I found myself skipping a ton of pages because the interactions between the main characters were very high school and I don't know ANY guy that talks like the guy in this book - Kind of ridiculous
This book read like a young adult book with adult sex scenes. I found myself skipping a ton of pages because the interactions between the main characters were very high school and I don't know ANY guy that talks like the guy in this book - Kind of ridiculous
April 5, 2017
Wow! For a debut book this one sure did blow me away! I loved everything about Lily and Xander's story...from their first meeting, to how Xander absolutely knew Lily was the woman for him, to all of the obstacles thrown in their path on their journey. Sienna will definitely be a automatic one click author for me! I can't wait for Addi and Carter's book next!
April 7, 2017
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book. I really enjoyed Lily & Xander's story. Loved the suspense...it kept me wanting more...Great book. Really enjoyed this new author to me.
April 28, 2022
I almost returned this novel as a DNF, but decided at the 60% complete mark to skim my way to the end.
In my opinion, the characters were painted too broadly and it felt to me as though the author simply relied on tired stereotypes – “the virgin” and “the billionaire” – rather than develop people with personalities, backgrounds, strengths and weaknesses.
I felt the plot was trite and an interesting sub-plot didn’t occur until MUCH later in the novel. Instead, the author relied on a fairly constant stream of steamy scenes to give the story the APPEARANCE of forward momentum.
Then, there were the extraordinary number of cringe-worthy bad edits. These weren’t the sorta, kinda excusable technical kind, but the kind that place the author in a truly bad light, making it appear that either 1) she didn’t remember what she had written one page prior or 2) she didn’t care enough to go through her own novel with a fine-toothed comb before publishing. And, these bad edits/inconsistencies/continuity problems would have been so easily solvable by asking several of the hundreds of folks out there (Goodreads?) to become volunteer beta-readers. (And, if she DID have beta readers, shame on you people for missing these problems!)
So, in spite of the title, in my opinion, this novel was anything BUT “Flawless.”
In my opinion, the characters were painted too broadly and it felt to me as though the author simply relied on tired stereotypes – “the virgin” and “the billionaire” – rather than develop people with personalities, backgrounds, strengths and weaknesses.
I felt the plot was trite and an interesting sub-plot didn’t occur until MUCH later in the novel. Instead, the author relied on a fairly constant stream of steamy scenes to give the story the APPEARANCE of forward momentum.
Then, there were the extraordinary number of cringe-worthy bad edits. These weren’t the sorta, kinda excusable technical kind, but the kind that place the author in a truly bad light, making it appear that either 1) she didn’t remember what she had written one page prior or 2) she didn’t care enough to go through her own novel with a fine-toothed comb before publishing. And, these bad edits/inconsistencies/continuity problems would have been so easily solvable by asking several of the hundreds of folks out there (Goodreads?) to become volunteer beta-readers. (And, if she DID have beta readers, shame on you people for missing these problems!)
So, in spite of the title, in my opinion, this novel was anything BUT “Flawless.”
July 14, 2020
Book One...
A love story between a man & a woman who literally fall into each other & sparks are emitted.Brandon has an "unparalleled capacity for love & compassion".He is the most giving lover to a young woman who experiences everything for the very 1st time in her life.Lilly is one lucky girl to have landed herself such a male.
A love story between a man & a woman who literally fall into each other & sparks are emitted.Brandon has an "unparalleled capacity for love & compassion".He is the most giving lover to a young woman who experiences everything for the very 1st time in her life.Lilly is one lucky girl to have landed herself such a male.
May 21, 2017
5 stars - Reviewed by Gemma on behalf of Your Next Hot Read
Eeks, where do I begin with this story? This is one book that I struggled to put down. I’m a slow reader but I did devour this book. It kept me reading into the night and has a few twists and turns up its sleeve.
We follow Lily Tate, an early twenties girl who is about to graduate from Columbia with her best friend Addi. She is closed off to most people with good reason and doesn’t have much faith in men as her past experiences have left her doubting their intentions. She literally bumps into her knight in shining armour and boy do the sparks fly from the instant they meet. Xander Rhodes is everything a knight needs to be; tall dark and extremely panty meltingly handsome (a mouthful I know but he soo is!). He always gets what he wants and he has set his sights on Lily. He has also shut himself off from the female population but something in Lily seems to bring him back to life.
As their fairy tale begins to take shape, people from both Lily and Xander’s past start to crawl out of the wood work to destroy the happiness they have found in each other. Is love really enough in this modern day to keep too people together?
Oooh secrets and lies are a plenty in this book and I don’t want to spoil the rollercoaster ride that is their love story. Sienna’s writing is top notch and although the majority of the book is from Lily’s POV, I love the little chapters that are from Xander’s. They are very well written and placed exactly in the right spots for the story to flow. I could easily gush about this book all day but what I will say is that I highly recommend this it to all hopeless romantic readers out there like me who love a HEA, a strong and feisty leading lady with a broody yet sensitive leading man. I cannot wait to read Addi and Carter’s story in the next instalment to the Manhattan Knights Series.
Eeks, where do I begin with this story? This is one book that I struggled to put down. I’m a slow reader but I did devour this book. It kept me reading into the night and has a few twists and turns up its sleeve.
We follow Lily Tate, an early twenties girl who is about to graduate from Columbia with her best friend Addi. She is closed off to most people with good reason and doesn’t have much faith in men as her past experiences have left her doubting their intentions. She literally bumps into her knight in shining armour and boy do the sparks fly from the instant they meet. Xander Rhodes is everything a knight needs to be; tall dark and extremely panty meltingly handsome (a mouthful I know but he soo is!). He always gets what he wants and he has set his sights on Lily. He has also shut himself off from the female population but something in Lily seems to bring him back to life.
As their fairy tale begins to take shape, people from both Lily and Xander’s past start to crawl out of the wood work to destroy the happiness they have found in each other. Is love really enough in this modern day to keep too people together?
Oooh secrets and lies are a plenty in this book and I don’t want to spoil the rollercoaster ride that is their love story. Sienna’s writing is top notch and although the majority of the book is from Lily’s POV, I love the little chapters that are from Xander’s. They are very well written and placed exactly in the right spots for the story to flow. I could easily gush about this book all day but what I will say is that I highly recommend this it to all hopeless romantic readers out there like me who love a HEA, a strong and feisty leading lady with a broody yet sensitive leading man. I cannot wait to read Addi and Carter’s story in the next instalment to the Manhattan Knights Series.
May 15, 2017
Lily is a Woman who goes about life trying to live it as best as she can after all the stuff she lived through as a teenager. One day she literally runs into this Man who is perfect but she is not willing to give him a chance as she doesnt think he is right for her. Xander a Man who is Rich and has the looks that could get him anyone he wants but when he runs into the perfect woman who lights up his world with just a touch of her hand he knows he has to do everything in his power to get her to give them a chance to see how great they could be together.
What I enjoyed most about Flawless is watching two people who have went by in life with just living but not fully living until they get together and see the world through new eyes. Seeing Lily start to heal from the things that happened as a teenager due to a strong man that makes her feel safe again since her father, Xander coming around to the fact that not all women are like his ex and there is proof in that in Lily and how they are the perfect match.
This book is AMAZING and it was hard putting it down to take care of everyday stuff. This book has a woman Lily who wants to be a writer but she is finishing her school degree and doing all the steps in order to get it with no distractions, until one day a huge distraction comes along in the form of a Perfect man named Xander, Xander a man who is known and Rich with everything he could ever want except a woman to share it all with, a love story! If you like stories like this, then Flawless is a must!!
What I enjoyed most about Flawless is watching two people who have went by in life with just living but not fully living until they get together and see the world through new eyes. Seeing Lily start to heal from the things that happened as a teenager due to a strong man that makes her feel safe again since her father, Xander coming around to the fact that not all women are like his ex and there is proof in that in Lily and how they are the perfect match.
This book is AMAZING and it was hard putting it down to take care of everyday stuff. This book has a woman Lily who wants to be a writer but she is finishing her school degree and doing all the steps in order to get it with no distractions, until one day a huge distraction comes along in the form of a Perfect man named Xander, Xander a man who is known and Rich with everything he could ever want except a woman to share it all with, a love story! If you like stories like this, then Flawless is a must!!
July 13, 2018
Ok, so I did like this book. I believe this is the first book from this author and I think she did a great job. It was instant chemistry with these two, which I appreciated. He literally runs right into her and that’s how it starts. She’s a sweet virgin with some tragedy in her past and large walls around her. He’s a billionaire who is quite smitten with her.
Even though I did like the book, the one thing I really didn’t like was the ex-girlfriend drama, it was too much for me personally. He has an ex that keeps bothering him, she was all over him at a club, Lily let it go way too easily. Then she receives pics of him kissing the ex...she was at his house when these pics were taken....wth. I did understand his “story”, but here’s the thing, if he would have been honest with Lily when it happened, accident or not, I would’ve been more forgiving, but he wasn’t. And why even put yourself in that ridiculous situation...just asking for trouble. But Lily was ridiculously forgiving enough for the both of us. The whole thing was annoying for me and just drug out the story in my opinion. All not needed.
Outside of this, liked the book and characters fine. When Xander wasn’t omitting things, he was good. It was pretty heated between the two. There was also a little suspense and a bad guy to bring down. There was an epilogue and a wedding. I would definitely read another book by this author.
Even though I did like the book, the one thing I really didn’t like was the ex-girlfriend drama, it was too much for me personally. He has an ex that keeps bothering him, she was all over him at a club, Lily let it go way too easily. Then she receives pics of him kissing the ex...she was at his house when these pics were taken....wth. I did understand his “story”, but here’s the thing, if he would have been honest with Lily when it happened, accident or not, I would’ve been more forgiving, but he wasn’t. And why even put yourself in that ridiculous situation...just asking for trouble. But Lily was ridiculously forgiving enough for the both of us. The whole thing was annoying for me and just drug out the story in my opinion. All not needed.
Outside of this, liked the book and characters fine. When Xander wasn’t omitting things, he was good. It was pretty heated between the two. There was also a little suspense and a bad guy to bring down. There was an epilogue and a wedding. I would definitely read another book by this author.
August 6, 2017
First off I want to say that I love this book cover! This is the first book I have read from Sienna Parks and I must say that I thoroughly enjoyed it. It is a Christian Grey meets Anastasia story. Lily is a college student who carries around a lot of emotional baggage. One day she is in her own thoughts and she bumps into Xander. He saves her from falling completely on the ground. She is stunned by the sight of him and it frightens her. So she takes off. Xander is a successful business man, who has it all except love. When he bumps into Lily on campus, one thought hits him "Mine". He is desperate to have her. Can Xander convince this sweet, shy and innocent girl to be his? Can Lily let go of her past to move on to a future?
This book was a hot and sexy read. Xander is such a caveman. He is possessive and demanding. I have to say it is hot! Lily is a sweet girl and her background story is sad. You can understand why she has so reluctance to love someone and carries around so much emotional baggage. The story is beautiful. If you like Fifty Shades of Grey then you will love this book. A story that is a mix of Fifty Shades possession and Fairy Tale dreams. It is a great story.
This book was a hot and sexy read. Xander is such a caveman. He is possessive and demanding. I have to say it is hot! Lily is a sweet girl and her background story is sad. You can understand why she has so reluctance to love someone and carries around so much emotional baggage. The story is beautiful. If you like Fifty Shades of Grey then you will love this book. A story that is a mix of Fifty Shades possession and Fairy Tale dreams. It is a great story.
June 25, 2017
Omg this book was awesome coming fro Sienna Parks why wouldn't it. You have college student Lily who has a dark past and a very sad story in it self when I found out what happened I just wanted to cry. Then you have Xander who is a rich guy but has a heart of gold. These two come together which I mean they smacked into each other at College. They hold each other stare for so long you can just feel the electric current coming through them. In the hast Lilly runs but leaves a phone behind in her hast. Well of course Xander has to find her. When he does you can fell the chemistry of these two come off the page even at 4 in the morning when I had to put the book down which I hated to. You will love this story of these two how both there souls come together. You will want to cuss at Xander for what happens because of his ex. Well these two find each other can they get past what happened to them from Lillys monster and Xanders ex only time will tell if they will fight for there love or will they lose each other. Hurry and one click this awesome book. You will love it just like I did.
August 11, 2017
A fabulous story that is written very well that you forget you are reading a book. I absolutely loved the story about Lily Tate and Alexander Rhodes. When you think you will never be able to let someone in after watching something so horrific as your father being killed. Lily literally runs into Alexander "Xander" while running to the library to finish her thesis and study for finals. That run in changes their lives for ever. They go through many ups and downs just like real life couples would. You have Natalie who is Xander's ex who will do whatever she has to do to get Xander back. You have the man who killed Lily's dad who haunts her nights ever since she was fifteen. You have friends, family and life events to be shared. It's a wonderful first book to this series and I am so looking forward to reading Relentless which is Addie and Carter's story who are best friends with Lily and Xander. I voluntarily read an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book.
March 26, 2017
Xander Rhodes is determined to keeping living his life and succeeding after the humiliating breakup with his ex. Lily witnessed a tragedy and now is struggling to allow people to become close. A chance encounter changes everything. Will Xander be able to help Lily learns to trust him and allow herself close? When tragedy strikes between the two, will they come out on top?
OMG, I want a Xander. Loved these two together and while I do think that they should have been honest with each other from the start, they were great together. I loved how Xander was determined to make her feel safe and prove himself time and again. Lily while reacting like any woman would at first was smart enough to stop and think about it once she cooled down. Great book and am definitely excited to see what this author comes out with in the future!
OMG, I want a Xander. Loved these two together and while I do think that they should have been honest with each other from the start, they were great together. I loved how Xander was determined to make her feel safe and prove himself time and again. Lily while reacting like any woman would at first was smart enough to stop and think about it once she cooled down. Great book and am definitely excited to see what this author comes out with in the future!
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June 30, 2017
A modern Cinderella story. Alexander (Xander) Rhodes is perfect maybe too perfect. But I’m in love with Xander; he is a romantic, intelligent and gorgeous. He take Lily in his “white horse” and change her life forever. Xander have everything in his life, but not trust and not love. Lily Tate is college literature graduate when she fall literally at Xander feet. She experience at a young age the lost of her first love her father. She need to conquer her fears. And Xander will be with her in every step.
This story is a great journey to discover true love and how far Xander will go to show Lily his love and keep her safe. Love the way Sienna move her characters to the story and I will be looking forward to complete this series.
This story is a great journey to discover true love and how far Xander will go to show Lily his love and keep her safe. Love the way Sienna move her characters to the story and I will be looking forward to complete this series.
July 6, 2020
I absolutely loved this book.
This is a HOT STEAMY love story and Sienna Parks couldn’t have written it any better.
Lily Tate and Alexander 'Xander' Rhodes meet when they literally bump into each other on the University campus.
From the very first scene I feel in love with the innocent Lily, a student in her final year at Columbia. When Xander, a self-made multi-millionaire, enters the story, I knew that he was groomed to become another book boyfriend to millions of woman around the world!!! Who wouldn’t fall in love with an Adonis of perfect proportions? .
This is a story of love, passion, pain and forgiveness, that will keep you entranced from beginning to end.
I laughed, cried, raged and sighed all through the novel. Ladies have your tissues on hand!!!
This is a HOT STEAMY love story and Sienna Parks couldn’t have written it any better.
Lily Tate and Alexander 'Xander' Rhodes meet when they literally bump into each other on the University campus.
From the very first scene I feel in love with the innocent Lily, a student in her final year at Columbia. When Xander, a self-made multi-millionaire, enters the story, I knew that he was groomed to become another book boyfriend to millions of woman around the world!!! Who wouldn’t fall in love with an Adonis of perfect proportions? .
This is a story of love, passion, pain and forgiveness, that will keep you entranced from beginning to end.
I laughed, cried, raged and sighed all through the novel. Ladies have your tissues on hand!!!
June 22, 2018
Amazing love story
I loved this story with the patience and devotion the powerful Xander gave to his other half of his soul. I also liked that the girl whose life was hurt at a young age had both a strength and a gentleness that both completed and complimented the passionate powerful Xander. I really want to know what made her friend Addicted tick and why she tormented Xander’s best friend Carter.
The author is very eloquent in her writing style and once you begin the story it is hard to put down and I would recommend this to anyone looking for second chances in many different ways with in a single story along with some heated romance.
I loved this story with the patience and devotion the powerful Xander gave to his other half of his soul. I also liked that the girl whose life was hurt at a young age had both a strength and a gentleness that both completed and complimented the passionate powerful Xander. I really want to know what made her friend Addicted tick and why she tormented Xander’s best friend Carter.
The author is very eloquent in her writing style and once you begin the story it is hard to put down and I would recommend this to anyone looking for second chances in many different ways with in a single story along with some heated romance.
June 12, 2018
Good read
This was a good read. The story was an interesting one and Xander and Lilly are a wonderful couple. Their relationship has its ups and downs, even seems believable for the most part. I would have loved more character development on both. The story would have been a lot more interesting with more being said about Lilly's relationship with her mother and sisters. That was just glossed over and resolved to quickly. A lot less description and blathering on about outfits and sightseeing would have been appreciated too. Not sure if I will read more of the series.
This was a good read. The story was an interesting one and Xander and Lilly are a wonderful couple. Their relationship has its ups and downs, even seems believable for the most part. I would have loved more character development on both. The story would have been a lot more interesting with more being said about Lilly's relationship with her mother and sisters. That was just glossed over and resolved to quickly. A lot less description and blathering on about outfits and sightseeing would have been appreciated too. Not sure if I will read more of the series.
July 5, 2020
Lily and Xander literally run into each other on her college campus. Instantly sparks fly but both walk away. A chance encounter later sets them on their way. Neither are looking for a relationship but they are drawn to each other.
I liked how caring Xander is and he wants to make Lily's life easier. Lily isn't taken in by his wealth it is the man himself that she falls for. Loving the secondary characters as well and looking forward to their stories. Sweet, swoony and can't help but fall in love with them. The author gives us heartbreak with their pasts and love to help them heal.
I liked how caring Xander is and he wants to make Lily's life easier. Lily isn't taken in by his wealth it is the man himself that she falls for. Loving the secondary characters as well and looking forward to their stories. Sweet, swoony and can't help but fall in love with them. The author gives us heartbreak with their pasts and love to help them heal.
June 26, 2025
sadly not for me
I found this book a little boring to be honest, unbelievable and the spice was so repetitive at times, sorry just a no from me, I have read others from this author and they have been better, but you can’t please everyone, all round very unbelievable characters, not a great plot, I was glad it’s finished tbh….wouldn’t rule out reading from this author again but it’s a hard no on this one from me. :-/
I found this book a little boring to be honest, unbelievable and the spice was so repetitive at times, sorry just a no from me, I have read others from this author and they have been better, but you can’t please everyone, all round very unbelievable characters, not a great plot, I was glad it’s finished tbh….wouldn’t rule out reading from this author again but it’s a hard no on this one from me. :-/
May 6, 2017
This is a debut novel from this author, and I must say it is an enjoyable sweet read. This is the story of Xander and Lily who have hot chemistry between them, and are the perfect match for each other.
This story is sweet, hot, with suspense and drama which had me hooked throughout. Look forward to reading more from this author in the future.
This story is sweet, hot, with suspense and drama which had me hooked throughout. Look forward to reading more from this author in the future.
May 16, 2017
WOW!! Swoon!!! Sweetest and most heartwarming billionaire I have read to date!!
This was read on a recommendation, so now I'm HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMENDING IT TO YOU
This was my first book by Sienna Parks, and definitely not my last, in fack I just saw book 2 while writing my review on Amazon........so off to read book 2
Read this.....you won't be sorry
This was read on a recommendation, so now I'm HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMENDING IT TO YOU
This was my first book by Sienna Parks, and definitely not my last, in fack I just saw book 2 while writing my review on Amazon........so off to read book 2
Read this.....you won't be sorry
June 27, 2017
This book was so sweet. I usually like the man character to be more alpha but Xander was both sweet with a little alpha in there. They both had been threw some horrible things in their past that made them close themselves off from love but together they broke threw those walls that each of them had. It was a great romantic read.
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