Falling Forward

Lottery Winners

by Jason Collins

FENTON:

Yes, I’m falling for my bodyguard.

Ever since I won the lottery, I’ve been hounded by media attention, paparazzi—even a few stalkers. When Noah steps in as my security, his military instincts hit every one of my buttons. He’s got a mind for strategy, and while everyone wants a piece of my lottery win, Noah’s cunning pulls me out of danger.

When he kisses me the first time, I know he’s going to wreck me. Because Noah’s not a man who sticks around. He’s got walls too high to climb, and he’s always gone by morning. I want him to stay, but he guards his heart even more closely than he guards me.

NOAH:

Nobody’s ever needed protection like Fenton.

He’s a lottery winner in extreme danger, but he refuses to see it. When he hires me as security, I know this’ll be the toughest job of my life. Fenton is thoughtful and sweet, and he’s too focused on me to notice the escalating threats all around him.

All I want is to keep him safe, but my attraction to him is getting in the way. He’s a good man, and he deserves better than me. I’ve got to stay professional, and that means protecting Fenton’s life and his heart.

**This is the third book in the Lottery Winners series. It can be read as a standalone with no cliffhanger.**

Genres: M M Romance, Romance

186 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 7, 2021

Reviews

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fenton, the third winner of the mega-millions lottery jackpot, is the last of his friends to settle down in a richer lifestyle. Although his friends have their mansions, he still lives in his old apartment. Unfortunately, the paparazzi and the criminal element have discovered his whereabouts and his life is now in danger. He hires a security firm and meets Noah, one of his new security specialists. Noah immediately falls hard and fast, but Noah is more cautious and hasn't done relationships before. Can these two find long-term happiness while danger swirls all around them?

This third book in the Lottery Winners series is just as good as the earlier two. It is great to see how the previous MCs are getting on with their new lives. Fun read!

[Fernanda Parente · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another excellent book by Jason Collins
Leave the best to last, Fenton and his friends won the lottery and Fenton thinks he shouldn't change his life because of it, however because the secret is unravelled, Fenton's life becomes hell and decides to hire a security guard
Attraction happens and danger, too
For me this is the best book in the series
I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book.

[Julianne Macneil · Rating 5 out of 5]

i read this book as part of an arc program. This is the third and final book in the Lottery Winners series. In this book, Fenton has been haunted by the media and people looking for money after word of the lottery win was released by Lucas's ex. Fenton stilled lived in his small apartment and didn't want to leave, but his address was on the internet and he wasn't safe there anymore. Fenton decided to hire a bodyguard until things calmed down. Noah was a security expert and wanted Fenton to leave the apartment right away. Fenton didn't think it was that serious, so Noah decided to stay with him. Noah felt drawn to Fenton and wanted to protect him, but didn't want a relationship. Fenton was very attracted to Noah and they agreed to a no strings attracted fling, but Fenton's heart couldn't help getting involved. Fenton knew he was going to get hurt, but he couldn't help himself. I liked this book, I really liked Fenton. I love that he wanted to stay the same after the lottery win. I love that Fenton tried to keep his life the same and didn't let the money change him. Noah was a good man and i think he cared more for Fenton than he realized. I loved this whole series. This was another great story from Jason, one of my favorite authors.

[Shelley Chastagner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fenton and Noah are both strong-willed and it caused more than a few issues between them. Fenton has a bit of a chip on his shoulder when it comes to people bossing him around, or even people he thinks may be bossing him around. It’s obvious that Fenton does not like change and it takes him a while to ponder his decisions. He doesn’t want to let go of what is comfortable and known. Poor Noah seemed to want to tear his hair out at moments. He is used to dealing with the wealthy and understands the danger. He’s also a bit of a tool when it comes to stringing Fenton along. His heart knows that it belongs to Fenton but his head rebels at the idea. There is some real cloak and dagger and Noah rises to the occasion more than once.

[C.B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Follow your gut! Fenton, is stuck in the limelight. What they feared, is happening. People are crawling out from unexpected places looking for handouts. Noah, is hired as bodyguard to protect Fenton. They get to know each other better as they look for a secure house for Fenton. He gets to know himself more and realize he has hidden depths. Noah, struggles to maintain his professionalism while fighting his growing attraction to Fenton. Do they find a secure house? Does Noah protect Fenton from stalkers? Does Noah give in and start a personal relationship with Fenton? As always, Mr Collins creates the best series, with the most likeable couples. This came off as a saving the best for last story. Well done! I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[DENICE · Rating 4 out of 5]

FENTON AND NOAH FIND THEMSELVES

I received this book for free and am giving my honest and voluntary review.

Fenton is the third friend in the group that won the lottery. He is stubborn and a procrastinator. He is in danger because Lucas’s ex-boyfriend ratted the trio out for his fifteen minutes of fame. This story pits a romantic and a non-committer against each other. Noah has to protect Fenton and their feelings for each other, along with their phobias, make this a good story about relationships.

[Audrey Pott · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW. The storyline had substance, at times on the edge of my seat suspense, loveable characters and not so nice, angst, humour and great to see previous characters from this series. It was easy to fall in love with Noah and Fenton, their scenes were sensual and explosive. Another great read from Jason, I think this was his best yet.

I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book for my honest opinions of which I’m under no obligation to do so. I absolutely recommend this story.

[Sara Barney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Winning the lottery doesn't necessarily make life easier and Fenton has people after him and his newfound lotto wealth. Noah is here to guard his body and does that and more but maybe his heart isn't quite as off-limits as it should be. I love the bodyguard trope and Jason Collins doesn't disappoint with this interpretation of bodyguard/lottery winner. Awesome series and I loved Falling Forward. ***ARC review***

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fenton didn't want to believe that being a lottery winner would destroy his privacy. Unfortunately that's pretty much what happened. Noah comes to Fenton's complex to do a routine security check & finds he has none at all. This story had a little bit of everything. Suspense, romance & angst. This was a great way to complete the series.
*I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book for an honest opinion*

[Damian · Rating 2 out of 5]

Solo disappointing!!!

The author set Fenton up as a reasonably intelligent man. But when you read this book, he acts like a fifteen year old with no common sense. I always assume the the book is in the present time but yet, the MC fails miserably in being smart. Add to that it seems as a tough I'm reading another "straight love" story! And the MC is fairly stupid! Good premise for the story but lacks everything.

[A · Rating 3 out of 5]

I felt like Fenton was immature and expected too much. Honestly, Noah and him hooked up once and Fenton was so deeply sad when he woke up alone. Then, Noah gave him a chance and TOLD him he was not so good at relationships, but Fenton expected an engagement ring?? ENGAGEMENT RING?? honey please love yourself first.
And then the opposite happened, Noah was all in and Fenton didn't believe him.

[Amber · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked Falling Forward by Jason Collins. It's the third book in the Lottery Winners series. I liked Noah and Fenton's book. Poor Fenton definitely had a hard time of it. Between finding a new secure place to stay and all of the kidnapping attempts, he was going a little stir crazy being kept inside. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.

[Jesus · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great ending to the series

I enjoyed Fenton and Noah's relationship. The connection between these two were quickly made and they complimented each other well. It had a good portion about real life communication problems that any new couple would have. It had thriller and the appearances of the other two friends.

[devil · Rating 5 out of 5]

The last and best of the series. Fenton and Noah had great chemistry, even with all the drama happening to them. I loved the unique premise for the series, and all of the characters were very likeable. Definitely recommended.

[Coral Mitchell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fenton is the third friend who won the lottery, and he is still sitting in his dingy apartment. He has some issues of stalkers wanting his money and hired a security specialist. Noah and he are attracted to one another, but Noah is not looking for a long term relationship.

[D. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love it even though Fenton can be overdramatic and Noah can be hot and cold (before he finally admits his true feeling to Fenton).

[Robert Fontenot · Rating 2 out of 5]

Fenton is a terrible character: clingy, delusional, and impossible to relate to. I hated being in his head and if the book had been any longer I would have ditched it.