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Phoebe Braddock #4
Undeniably Wrong
There are many sides to every story and Lucinda’s tale is no exception.
Lucinda’s affair damaged Adam Fairfax and it took him years to recover. Most painted her as the villain, but did anyone think to ask her why their marriage collapsed? Why did she cheat on him?
I dare you to turn back the clock and delve into a warped web of high society schemes and veiled threats. This is a world where people poison everything they touch and make a blood sport of betrayal. With all the lies and deception swirling around her like a murky swamp, it is no wonder Lucinda bought into it, letting it taint her soul and relationships. Yet none of them pose a greater risk than the shadows of her past.
Note: This is a prequel to Crystal’s Crucible (The Phoebe Braddock Books #3) and will feature some Book 2 characters. While you can read The Phoebe Braddock Books in any order, I suggest reading From Prying Eyes prior to this one to avoid spoilers.
Trigger Warnings: Cheating, sexual violence, domestic abuse, miscarriage, and sex scenes, including f/f.
Lucinda’s affair damaged Adam Fairfax and it took him years to recover. Most painted her as the villain, but did anyone think to ask her why their marriage collapsed? Why did she cheat on him?
I dare you to turn back the clock and delve into a warped web of high society schemes and veiled threats. This is a world where people poison everything they touch and make a blood sport of betrayal. With all the lies and deception swirling around her like a murky swamp, it is no wonder Lucinda bought into it, letting it taint her soul and relationships. Yet none of them pose a greater risk than the shadows of her past.
Note: This is a prequel to Crystal’s Crucible (The Phoebe Braddock Books #3) and will feature some Book 2 characters. While you can read The Phoebe Braddock Books in any order, I suggest reading From Prying Eyes prior to this one to avoid spoilers.
Trigger Warnings: Cheating, sexual violence, domestic abuse, miscarriage, and sex scenes, including f/f.
594 pages, Paperback
Published August 20, 2022
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L. Starla
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A bookworm from a young age, Starla often raided her mother's shelves for any form of fiction she could get her hands on. Her first love was the horror genre and she was an avid fan of Stephen King as young as twelve.
But she owes her love affair with the romance novel to her high-school English teacher, who hooked her on the classics.
Given her earlier reading, magical realism and paranormal romance seemed like a natural progression. Along with steamy romance, these are her favourite genres to write.
She also loves spending her spare time playing table top and video games, paper crafting, singing, dancing, and watching anime.
A bookworm from a young age, Starla often raided her mother's shelves for any form of fiction she could get her hands on. Her first love was the horror genre and she was an avid fan of Stephen King as young as twelve.
But she owes her love affair with the romance novel to her high-school English teacher, who hooked her on the classics.
Given her earlier reading, magical realism and paranormal romance seemed like a natural progression. Along with steamy romance, these are her favourite genres to write.
She also loves spending her spare time playing table top and video games, paper crafting, singing, dancing, and watching anime.
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August 20, 2022
Lucinda can’t forget the man who “popped her cherry” on a one-night-stand. Fast forward a few years, when his look-alike saves her from a scoundrel. How could she not fall in love and marry her rescuer? But things get complicated when her fiancé’s brother turns out to be the one who’s been on her mind for so long.
L. Starla has written a compelling romance with a mix of action, broken taboos, and spice. In her multi-POV novel, she lets us experience Lucinda’s struggle with her feelings for two brothers, gives us a glimpse into their sister’s secret longing for her best friend, and keeps us guessing the identity of Lucinda’s stalker. At the end, we’re rewarded with a satisfying conclusion.
I can recommend “Undeniably wrong” to everyone looking for a story about forbidden love.
L. Starla has written a compelling romance with a mix of action, broken taboos, and spice. In her multi-POV novel, she lets us experience Lucinda’s struggle with her feelings for two brothers, gives us a glimpse into their sister’s secret longing for her best friend, and keeps us guessing the identity of Lucinda’s stalker. At the end, we’re rewarded with a satisfying conclusion.
I can recommend “Undeniably wrong” to everyone looking for a story about forbidden love.
June 3, 2022
Lucinda didn't know the name of the man she gave her virginity to. It all started as a stupid game at a ski resort. Truth or dare. There were seven of them on this trip and she was asked if it was true she was still saving herself for marriage. Erin dared her to find a man on the slopes the next day, flirt and do the deed or she would spread the rumor that she slept with Terrance Bristow who was the vilest man on earth.
Erin dared all of them to make out with a stranger and get at least to 2nd base. More points if they got any further. Lucinda could handle 2nd base. The next day Lucinda left her novice friends behind and headed for the black trails of Mount Hotham. She loved skiing and couldn't wait to hit the slopes. As she was on her third run she noticed a man watching her from the tree line. When he was still there on her fourth time, she decided to approach him.
When he challenges her to a race, loser buying drinks she agrees and they take off down the slopes. And as well as she skis, he left her in the dust. And their night of drinks ended up being so much more.
Two years later she is at her best friend's home for a Christmas in July party when she is almost raped by none other than Terrance...only to be saved by the chestnut eyes that she has dreamed about for the last two years. She can't put her finger on what is different, but she is so glad he saved her.
I so love this story! This book is very written and the characters are fully developed and totally relatable. Laelia has done it again with a story full of suspense, twist and turns and amazingly hot sexually chemistry!
This book is full of threats of blackmail on several fronts and the multiple POVs give you even more depth into the story. What you think you know turns out to be not the full truth as you get further into the storyline. If you haven't read Laelia Starla you are missing out!!! I do have to warn those with triggers that there are scenes of adultery, gay relations and borderline incestual relationships.
Prepare for an emotional ride and don't expect this to be an overnight read, but you won't be able to put the book down until you turn the last page.
Erin dared all of them to make out with a stranger and get at least to 2nd base. More points if they got any further. Lucinda could handle 2nd base. The next day Lucinda left her novice friends behind and headed for the black trails of Mount Hotham. She loved skiing and couldn't wait to hit the slopes. As she was on her third run she noticed a man watching her from the tree line. When he was still there on her fourth time, she decided to approach him.
When he challenges her to a race, loser buying drinks she agrees and they take off down the slopes. And as well as she skis, he left her in the dust. And their night of drinks ended up being so much more.
Two years later she is at her best friend's home for a Christmas in July party when she is almost raped by none other than Terrance...only to be saved by the chestnut eyes that she has dreamed about for the last two years. She can't put her finger on what is different, but she is so glad he saved her.
I so love this story! This book is very written and the characters are fully developed and totally relatable. Laelia has done it again with a story full of suspense, twist and turns and amazingly hot sexually chemistry!
This book is full of threats of blackmail on several fronts and the multiple POVs give you even more depth into the story. What you think you know turns out to be not the full truth as you get further into the storyline. If you haven't read Laelia Starla you are missing out!!! I do have to warn those with triggers that there are scenes of adultery, gay relations and borderline incestual relationships.
Prepare for an emotional ride and don't expect this to be an overnight read, but you won't be able to put the book down until you turn the last page.
October 2, 2022
Undeniably Wrong by author L. Starla was like taking a rollercoaster ride. I loved that it was though because it kept me reading and wanting more. The plots and story lines were incredible, steamy, Romantic. I actually felt that this romance book had it all from a tragic and traumatic situation, marriage, Truth or Dare situations and so much more.
All these plots and story lines is what kept me turning the pages of Deniably Wrong. I'm hooked on this series and the rest of of L. Starla .
Please Note: **This book is for 18+ & mature audiences).
All these plots and story lines is what kept me turning the pages of Deniably Wrong. I'm hooked on this series and the rest of of L. Starla .
Please Note: **This book is for 18+ & mature audiences).
May 21, 2022
The author starts with the comment: This is a love story, but it is not a romance novel. Take a few moments to consider that statement before you delve into this love story. Also: Trigger Warnings: Cheating, sexual violence, domestic abuse, miscarriage, and sex scenes, including f/f.
Now turn back the clock and look back into a time of High Society, where the world is posisoned by all who dare to participate in that time. Oh and believe me they are all playing the game of cheating, treason and betrayal, and it is a maze by all. A crazy maze and as she find one avenue to go down you find another dead end where the world has come crashing down on someone else. They all participate and it is extremely difficult to know who are the upright, moral and honest, who are those that are evil, and what is the possibility that they are all participating in the cold, nasty game of deceit? This is a story you are not going to want to pass you by! I received t novel from StoryOrigin. This is my true and honest review.
Now turn back the clock and look back into a time of High Society, where the world is posisoned by all who dare to participate in that time. Oh and believe me they are all playing the game of cheating, treason and betrayal, and it is a maze by all. A crazy maze and as she find one avenue to go down you find another dead end where the world has come crashing down on someone else. They all participate and it is extremely difficult to know who are the upright, moral and honest, who are those that are evil, and what is the possibility that they are all participating in the cold, nasty game of deceit? This is a story you are not going to want to pass you by! I received t novel from StoryOrigin. This is my true and honest review.
September 3, 2022
Undeniably Wrong is an interesting mix of well developed characters in a story line that is as complex as it is engrossing. There is lots of angst and tension both emotional and sexual. This is a story tilted toward the darker side of the romance genre. That being said be mindful of content warnings. My only difficulty with this book was all the time shifting between events and characters. I was a bit overwhelmed a couple of times. It felt like lots of moving pieces to keep up with. I guess I lean more linear in my preference for format. That is my reason for 4 stars. Please take the plunge for yourself as the characters are incredible. I received an ARC of this title and appreciate the privilege to share my review with the author and potential readers. I hope it is helpful.
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