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Court University #4
Lover
Two lost souls.
Two separate lives.
A high dive.
A challenge.
And a pizza.
"What do you say, Jersey girl?"
He asked me that over a deep dish, a man I met at a wedding when I'd been trying to forget the epic disaster that was my life. He was too young, but I was hurting, sad, and recently divorced. Basically, the trifecta for bad decision-making.
Did I mention I'm divorced?
Because I am, and he made me laugh. God, did he make me laugh and I didn't do that. Not anymore. My ex-husband stole something from me I could never get back, and my pizza companion was there to offer an alternative. His body and a night to forget old wounds from the past.
And I'm totally not a terrible person because he was running from something too. We both were. Two strangers drowning in the sea of our own pain. He had a past and a woman he was trying to f*ck out of his mind, and I had a trauma that needed the same prescription.
One night to forget all the crap and the people who came before. One night of rash decisions. One night with a beautiful man who made me smile. Made me laugh.
He's in his twenties.
I'm in my thirties.
Ramses Mallick may prove to completely unravel me.
It's only made worse that he's my student.
Two separate lives.
A high dive.
A challenge.
And a pizza.
"What do you say, Jersey girl?"
He asked me that over a deep dish, a man I met at a wedding when I'd been trying to forget the epic disaster that was my life. He was too young, but I was hurting, sad, and recently divorced. Basically, the trifecta for bad decision-making.
Did I mention I'm divorced?
Because I am, and he made me laugh. God, did he make me laugh and I didn't do that. Not anymore. My ex-husband stole something from me I could never get back, and my pizza companion was there to offer an alternative. His body and a night to forget old wounds from the past.
And I'm totally not a terrible person because he was running from something too. We both were. Two strangers drowning in the sea of our own pain. He had a past and a woman he was trying to f*ck out of his mind, and I had a trauma that needed the same prescription.
One night to forget all the crap and the people who came before. One night of rash decisions. One night with a beautiful man who made me smile. Made me laugh.
He's in his twenties.
I'm in my thirties.
Ramses Mallick may prove to completely unravel me.
It's only made worse that he's my student.
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Eden O'Neill
20 books2,988 followersEden O’Neill is an Amazon top 10 bestselling romance author known for sweeping readers off their feet with dark romance, fire-emoji-level spice, and a whole lot of angsty feelings. Eden inspires audiences to embrace their desires without shame—whether they want to fulfill them through fiction…or otherwise.
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September 1, 2022
5/5 ✰ — lover review 💌
it’s such a bitter sweet feeling to finish such an AMAZING series. the entire court saga has such a big place in my heart🫶 these characters & their stories will ALWAYS be some of my favs.
professor & student ? younger guy, older girl? age gap? forbidden romance? yes. reverse grump sunshine? yes.
i don’t think eden oneill could’ve found a more perfect title for this book. a lover is the best way to describe ramses. when he loves, he loves with his entire heart. & i love him so much for it. after falling for his unavailable best friend, i felt so bad for his character, but i’m so glad he got the story he deserved. him & bri couldn’t be more perfect for each other.
ramses is everything i want in a guy 🫣he’s SO just SO indescribably perfect.
bri. BRI. she has to be my fav court girl. i’ve never related to a character so much. to both her AND ramses. i could be their child tbh.
bri is such a strong character & the way eden oneill has written her journey and development is SO perfect, i wouldn’t have had it any other way. once again eden’s writing has me enthralled, unable to stop reading. her characters, her stories & plot twist had me screaming into my pillow.
i’m so upset to see these characters go :( (i’ll be back soon for the second gen obv 🙄🙄) definitely see a reread in the near future.
it’s such a bitter sweet feeling to finish such an AMAZING series. the entire court saga has such a big place in my heart🫶 these characters & their stories will ALWAYS be some of my favs.
professor & student ? younger guy, older girl? age gap? forbidden romance? yes. reverse grump sunshine? yes.
i don’t think eden oneill could’ve found a more perfect title for this book. a lover is the best way to describe ramses. when he loves, he loves with his entire heart. & i love him so much for it. after falling for his unavailable best friend, i felt so bad for his character, but i’m so glad he got the story he deserved. him & bri couldn’t be more perfect for each other.
ramses is everything i want in a guy 🫣he’s SO just SO indescribably perfect.
bri. BRI. she has to be my fav court girl. i’ve never related to a character so much. to both her AND ramses. i could be their child tbh.
bri is such a strong character & the way eden oneill has written her journey and development is SO perfect, i wouldn’t have had it any other way. once again eden’s writing has me enthralled, unable to stop reading. her characters, her stories & plot twist had me screaming into my pillow.
i’m so upset to see these characters go :( (i’ll be back soon for the second gen obv 🙄🙄) definitely see a reread in the near future.
August 5, 2021
"Lover" is the story of Brielle and Ramsey.
What a pleasant surprise.
The story is a teacher/student- older woman/ younger man romance. The hero and heroine hook up at his best friend's wedding. He's reeling from a past love that was never reciprocated, she is recovering from her own traumas. They have wild sex, only to realize that not only is she his professor, but also his mother's close friend.
The book was very mature in dealing with topics of older women, age, potential age gap problems, abuse of power etc. Ramsey was the perfect, caring antidote to Brielle's broken soul. Unlike the other books of the series where the heroes were mean for no reason, Ramsey was the best out of the bunch and a refreshing breath of air.
The author has found a lifelong fan in me, as evidenced by me finishing all her books in two days as I could not keep a single one down or stop reading them back to back. Looking forward to more gems by her!
Safe
4/5
What a pleasant surprise.
The story is a teacher/student- older woman/ younger man romance. The hero and heroine hook up at his best friend's wedding. He's reeling from a past love that was never reciprocated, she is recovering from her own traumas. They have wild sex, only to realize that not only is she his professor, but also his mother's close friend.
The book was very mature in dealing with topics of older women, age, potential age gap problems, abuse of power etc. Ramsey was the perfect, caring antidote to Brielle's broken soul. Unlike the other books of the series where the heroes were mean for no reason, Ramsey was the best out of the bunch and a refreshing breath of air.
The author has found a lifelong fan in me, as evidenced by me finishing all her books in two days as I could not keep a single one down or stop reading them back to back. Looking forward to more gems by her!
Safe
4/5
March 29, 2021
A older woman, younger man love story, which I was excited to read with a bit of teacher / student taboo. I liked Ramses' character, mature, steadfast attracted to a vulnerable and wary Brielle - both broken souls in search of soothing. Normally such themes would attract me, but this story got a little lost in inner thoughts and progression. At times, I found my attention wandering from the at times great story unfolding. A bit of skimming, and the story evolved into a pleasant read of love's redemption.
Overall, a slower, heart-warming read, a little less intriguing at times due to pace.
Overall, a slower, heart-warming read, a little less intriguing at times due to pace.
November 27, 2020
I Give this Book a 3.5-4/5 Star Rating, Listing as 4.
This was an enjoyable read, it did take a bit for me to fully immerse myself into this book, but at a certain point it felt like the writing got more comfortable, and the flow was really good.
This is definitely a reread-able palate-cleanser read.
HEA(?): Most Definitely. ☺️
Relationship Type: MF, Older Woman & Younger Man, Student & Teacher
Romance: 4-4.5-5/5
Heat: 3.5/5
Drama: 3.5-4/5
Suspense: 3.5-4/5
Pacing: It does feel a bit slow in some areas, had to make myself keep focusing.
Sometimes it does feel like there was too much attention paid elsewhere, earlier on in the book. But everything ran better after the 47%, and the flow felt much more even.
This was an enjoyable read, it did take a bit for me to fully immerse myself into this book, but at a certain point it felt like the writing got more comfortable, and the flow was really good.
This is definitely a reread-able palate-cleanser read.
HEA(?): Most Definitely. ☺️
Relationship Type: MF, Older Woman & Younger Man, Student & Teacher
Romance: 4-4.5-5/5
Heat: 3.5/5
Drama: 3.5-4/5
Suspense: 3.5-4/5
Pacing: It does feel a bit slow in some areas, had to make myself keep focusing.
Sometimes it does feel like there was too much attention paid elsewhere, earlier on in the book. But everything ran better after the 47%, and the flow felt much more even.
February 21, 2021
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Lover, the fourth and final book in the Court University series, was an addictively sexy student/teacher romance featuring a young hero and older heroine whose first encounter sets everything into motion. Ramses and Brielle's chemistry was unbelievably intoxicating, pulling tightly on all of my heartstrings as I inhaled all of the words of this sensational love story. These two took my breath away and I was completely in LOVE with them.
Ramses Mallick and Brielle "Bri" Witman-Quintero's relationship was a little complicated, especially when they discovered that she was his professor and that they shared a common person in their life. A person that could threaten their happily ever after before it even begins. With some significant obstacles standing in their way, they had a LONG road ahead of them and let me just say I was ready for every twist and turn. Ramses and Bri's story took my emotions on a rollercoaster ride and my heart was swooning while devouring this addictive romance!
Let me be the first to admit that I was completely crushed that this series was over, especially because I read all of the books in less than two days (thank goodness I didn't discover them until all the books were released). The final book in the Court University series was hands down my FAVORITE book in this standalone series and now I cannot freaking wait for the Court Legacy series to release because I am so ready to see all these couples as parents. It is going to be LEGENDARY for sure!
Lover, the fourth and final book in the Court University series, was an addictively sexy student/teacher romance featuring a young hero and older heroine whose first encounter sets everything into motion. Ramses and Brielle's chemistry was unbelievably intoxicating, pulling tightly on all of my heartstrings as I inhaled all of the words of this sensational love story. These two took my breath away and I was completely in LOVE with them.
Ramses Mallick and Brielle "Bri" Witman-Quintero's relationship was a little complicated, especially when they discovered that she was his professor and that they shared a common person in their life. A person that could threaten their happily ever after before it even begins. With some significant obstacles standing in their way, they had a LONG road ahead of them and let me just say I was ready for every twist and turn. Ramses and Bri's story took my emotions on a rollercoaster ride and my heart was swooning while devouring this addictive romance!
Let me be the first to admit that I was completely crushed that this series was over, especially because I read all of the books in less than two days (thank goodness I didn't discover them until all the books were released). The final book in the Court University series was hands down my FAVORITE book in this standalone series and now I cannot freaking wait for the Court Legacy series to release because I am so ready to see all these couples as parents. It is going to be LEGENDARY for sure!
November 12, 2020
Not that it should surprise anyone, but Eden, once again, outdid herself. Ramses is that book boyfriend you can’t get over. Like how long will I have to grieve the fact that he’s not a real person and will never be mine? Queue the never ending swoon emojis! Love this series, and you will all love this book! I’m so excited for it to be out for everyone else to read!!
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May 14, 2022Es el libro más aburrido de la saga, adoro a ramses porque es 0 problemático pero es que esto es simplemente aburrido. la que es problemática es la bri por liarse con su alumno de 22 años teniendo ella 35. pero vaya en conclusión el peor de la saga en cuanto a trama aburrida pero el mejor en cuanto a falta de crímenes o psicopatias varias.
March 6, 2023
Such a sweet story. I wish the author gave some bonus chapters about what happens in their future and we found out in the court legacy series.
September 22, 2022
Lover is the story of Ramses Mallick and Brielle. It's a reverse age-gap, student-professor romance.
Ramses Mallick is definitely not your typical Eden O'Neill male hero. Yes, he's had trauma and darkness in his past, but he seems much more centered and mature than Royal, Knight, LJ, and Jaxen. And unlike the previous books in this series, Lover is not an enemies to lover story. Its two lost souls connecting despite their obvious differences. I have to admit I loved Ramses a lot better than Bri. I only rated this book 3 stars because I would've liked to see more on Bri's prior relationship with her ex-husband. I felt like all that was sort of shoved into the end and had the potential for more. I would have also liked more insight into Ramses' Brown "incident." And for some reason I didn't feel as invested in Ramses and Bri's relationship as I did with the other couples. I absolutely loved the epilogue! It was an excellent way to end the series.
Ramses Mallick is definitely not your typical Eden O'Neill male hero. Yes, he's had trauma and darkness in his past, but he seems much more centered and mature than Royal, Knight, LJ, and Jaxen. And unlike the previous books in this series, Lover is not an enemies to lover story. Its two lost souls connecting despite their obvious differences. I have to admit I loved Ramses a lot better than Bri. I only rated this book 3 stars because I would've liked to see more on Bri's prior relationship with her ex-husband. I felt like all that was sort of shoved into the end and had the potential for more. I would have also liked more insight into Ramses' Brown "incident." And for some reason I didn't feel as invested in Ramses and Bri's relationship as I did with the other couples. I absolutely loved the epilogue! It was an excellent way to end the series.
December 9, 2020
Lover
I'm not sure what to say here. Bri and Ramses chemistry was there. I just feel like 4he book was missing something. It honestly didn't start getting interesting until 17% into the book. I just feel like there was too much going on and it missed its mark. Still a good read
I'm not sure what to say here. Bri and Ramses chemistry was there. I just feel like 4he book was missing something. It honestly didn't start getting interesting until 17% into the book. I just feel like there was too much going on and it missed its mark. Still a good read
December 31, 2022
the only thing i remember about this book is that ramses has a monster dong
November 20, 2020
Perfection! What a way to end an amazing series. It’s crazy to believe we have been with these characters since They The Pretty Stars. Ramses book definitely hit different and it’s official, there’s no way to pick which guy is the fave.
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I love this book. I love the series but Ramses, he inspired so many emotions. I have loved seeing him grow and they journey he has been on through the book. Not gonna lie, I was wary of the age gap, I’m not sure what it was but for some reason I hadn’t seen that for Ramses but after reading, I totally get it now. Both characters are amazing. Their story was captivating and they were so engaging. I couldn’t put this book down I had to read to the end to see how it all ended and it was amazing.
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The book came full circle for all the characters in the series not just Ramses and I loved getting to see that. I also enjoyed that it wasn’t strictly Ramses and Brielle. It was great getting to see his mum again. After the events in High Court I was curious as to how she and her sister was. This world was absolutely amazing and feels so vivid and relatable and it was amazing seeing the development from the first book till the last. I can gosh about this all day long. It was just the perfect age gap romance. The journey, the drama, the emotional ride, the growth, all of it was enthralling and captivating. I didn’t want it to end!
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Excited to learn we will see these characters in the future so I’m ecstatic about that and I can’t wait. Get ready to swoon your heart out with Ramses y’all cause it’s a definite guarantee!
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I love this book. I love the series but Ramses, he inspired so many emotions. I have loved seeing him grow and they journey he has been on through the book. Not gonna lie, I was wary of the age gap, I’m not sure what it was but for some reason I hadn’t seen that for Ramses but after reading, I totally get it now. Both characters are amazing. Their story was captivating and they were so engaging. I couldn’t put this book down I had to read to the end to see how it all ended and it was amazing.
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The book came full circle for all the characters in the series not just Ramses and I loved getting to see that. I also enjoyed that it wasn’t strictly Ramses and Brielle. It was great getting to see his mum again. After the events in High Court I was curious as to how she and her sister was. This world was absolutely amazing and feels so vivid and relatable and it was amazing seeing the development from the first book till the last. I can gosh about this all day long. It was just the perfect age gap romance. The journey, the drama, the emotional ride, the growth, all of it was enthralling and captivating. I didn’t want it to end!
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Excited to learn we will see these characters in the future so I’m ecstatic about that and I can’t wait. Get ready to swoon your heart out with Ramses y’all cause it’s a definite guarantee!
December 2, 2020
Lover was one of those stories that held my attention through out the book , it also made me want to read more by the author and one click the first three stories of the university series . Lover would be the first book that I've read by Eden O'Neil and I can't wait to experience more by the author . This is a older woman and younger man love story and it was a bit refreshing usually it's the other way around were the hero is older and the heroine is younger which has become a little repetitive so it is interesting to see the roles reversed in this one . I love how the hero even though he is younger he's very mature and sees the heroine for who she is not what age she is . It's very understandable why the heroine is hesitant and not really shore of herself even though she is a very successful in her career she hasn't had much luck with her past relshonship . The couple together make perfect since and just were made for one another with their off the charts chemistry . I can't wait to read more by the author in the future and to read the previous books in the Court University .
November 21, 2020
Wow...Eden has done it again!! Every book in this series has just got better and better!
I Absolutely loved Ramses and Bri! Their story was breathtaking, i loved the ups and downs of their relationship, i loved seeing sides to Ramses that we had never seen in previous books. That first chapter seriously made me cry! Very few authors can put that level of emotion into their stories, yet Eden does it effortlessly!
It was a great conclusion to this series....finally seeing all the guys paired off and happy! I've got to say that i am feeling kind of sad about that, because i don't think i can ever get enough of these guys and girls, but i just know Eden has lots more to come...and i'm excited for that!
This book and series was pure perfection, if you have not read anything from this author then you need to start now!
I received and ARC from the author and this is my honest review.
I Absolutely loved Ramses and Bri! Their story was breathtaking, i loved the ups and downs of their relationship, i loved seeing sides to Ramses that we had never seen in previous books. That first chapter seriously made me cry! Very few authors can put that level of emotion into their stories, yet Eden does it effortlessly!
It was a great conclusion to this series....finally seeing all the guys paired off and happy! I've got to say that i am feeling kind of sad about that, because i don't think i can ever get enough of these guys and girls, but i just know Eden has lots more to come...and i'm excited for that!
This book and series was pure perfection, if you have not read anything from this author then you need to start now!
I received and ARC from the author and this is my honest review.
December 1, 2020
This was an enjoyable book it did take me a little while before I was completely sold on the storyline and characters but I was won over. At times the action was a little slow and I was willing them to just give in and not care about others opinions. Ramses age was a surprise to me but only because he came across as quite mature. He has all the attributes I look for in my book boyfriends, alpha but not OTT confident and of course very sexy. Brielle is a succesful older woman but because of her past she is vulnerable and wary of becoming involved with anyone never mind someone who comes with the complications Ramses brings. I enjoyed the connection they formed it was genuine tender and loving.
December 3, 2020
Two lost souls.
Two separate lives.
A high dive.
A challenge.
And a pizza
Whew!!!! This was not your typical student/ teacher age gap romance. When I started reading I thought it might be, which is fine those are my jams. But the more I delved deeper into the story it had so many more layers than I thought, it wasn’t one dimensional. Ramses and Bri are very similar and different ways if that makes sense. They both are runners in every sense of the word. Running from feelings, running from things that they should be facing head on which makes them each other’s perfect distraction. I believe this is my first book from this author and now I’m so invested that I’m going to go back and read the others I can’t wait to see what she has next for this world.
Two separate lives.
A high dive.
A challenge.
And a pizza
Whew!!!! This was not your typical student/ teacher age gap romance. When I started reading I thought it might be, which is fine those are my jams. But the more I delved deeper into the story it had so many more layers than I thought, it wasn’t one dimensional. Ramses and Bri are very similar and different ways if that makes sense. They both are runners in every sense of the word. Running from feelings, running from things that they should be facing head on which makes them each other’s perfect distraction. I believe this is my first book from this author and now I’m so invested that I’m going to go back and read the others I can’t wait to see what she has next for this world.
November 29, 2020
3-1/2 Stars!
I really enjoyed the overall story of this book. The characters were great, the romance, the forbiddenness , the little bit of suspense, & the ending was perfect. I loved Ramses & Bri. They were very hot together & healed each other in ways they didn’t even know they needed.
Eden has a different style of writing then what I’m used to. The way the wording flows wasn’t really my jam, & it made it harder for me to engage with the story. Other than that this was a good read.
I received an arc of this book in return for an honest review.
I really enjoyed the overall story of this book. The characters were great, the romance, the forbiddenness , the little bit of suspense, & the ending was perfect. I loved Ramses & Bri. They were very hot together & healed each other in ways they didn’t even know they needed.
Eden has a different style of writing then what I’m used to. The way the wording flows wasn’t really my jam, & it made it harder for me to engage with the story. Other than that this was a good read.
I received an arc of this book in return for an honest review.
December 1, 2020
Lover was my first book from Eden O’Neill and I really enjoyed it. Lover is book 4 in the Court university series, but can be read as a standalone. Having said that, as someone coming into the end of the series blind, I would have liked a bit more background, but I enjoyed Lover regardless.
Ramses and Brielle were adorable. Their romance was sweet and the story had enough suspense to keep me going. Pacing got off to a slow start, but picked up speed around the half way mark. Overall the story was good, the romance was sweet, and the hero was swoony. 4 stars.
Ramses and Brielle were adorable. Their romance was sweet and the story had enough suspense to keep me going. Pacing got off to a slow start, but picked up speed around the half way mark. Overall the story was good, the romance was sweet, and the hero was swoony. 4 stars.
December 7, 2022
4.75 Glorious Stars for Bri and Ramses
If you love these tropes you will love this book:
✔ Reverse age gap
✔ Protective Alpha
✔ Forbidden love Teacher/ student college
🌶🌶🌶 hot steam
✔ Billionaire CEO..three connected series
✔ mental health conscious..MCs talk through everything and are strong support systems
TW stalking (ex) domestic violence themes also ex
My only dislikes..
Rushed ending and didn't consistently tie in an announcement that they were pregnant. Dorian Prinze and Ares and Noa Mallick are the same age...I would have liked at least for Bri to know!
This is why Wolf Mallick became my fave character of the Legacys ...Ramses is just so darn good. He is beautiful from the first page ,kind generous and patient. He gives her what she needs in her soul which doesn't always happen in relationships. He gets her out of her head, and is her strength.
An age gap relationship isn't easy but this couple made it look so easy. The laughter, the fun is palpable and sometimes that really makes the better book. I loved the look into how they make each other complete and they are striving for their dreams together, and now I see why hiking became a family tradition..because it was a turning point with them Ramses and Bri., that is perfection tying things full circle.
If you love these tropes you will love this book:
✔ Reverse age gap
✔ Protective Alpha
✔ Forbidden love Teacher/ student college
🌶🌶🌶 hot steam
✔ Billionaire CEO..three connected series
✔ mental health conscious..MCs talk through everything and are strong support systems
TW stalking (ex) domestic violence themes also ex
My only dislikes..
Rushed ending and didn't consistently tie in an announcement that they were pregnant. Dorian Prinze and Ares and Noa Mallick are the same age...I would have liked at least for Bri to know!
This is why Wolf Mallick became my fave character of the Legacys ...Ramses is just so darn good. He is beautiful from the first page ,kind generous and patient. He gives her what she needs in her soul which doesn't always happen in relationships. He gets her out of her head, and is her strength.
An age gap relationship isn't easy but this couple made it look so easy. The laughter, the fun is palpable and sometimes that really makes the better book. I loved the look into how they make each other complete and they are striving for their dreams together, and now I see why hiking became a family tradition..because it was a turning point with them Ramses and Bri., that is perfection tying things full circle.
September 26, 2024
Another Friday, another quote 📖
I recently read Lover by Eden O’Neill and this book became one of my favorite age-gap stories. It's not common to read about a woman dating a younger man.
I loved their relationship and especially how Ramses showed his affection towards Brielle. This is one of the few romance stories where the MMC was emotionally mature that I have read this year. Which is concerning 😂!
My only criticism is that the novel should have been longer and/or had a part 2.
This book is available on Kindle Unlimited. It is also part of the Court University series but it can be read separately!
I recently read Lover by Eden O’Neill and this book became one of my favorite age-gap stories. It's not common to read about a woman dating a younger man.
I loved their relationship and especially how Ramses showed his affection towards Brielle. This is one of the few romance stories where the MMC was emotionally mature that I have read this year. Which is concerning 😂!
My only criticism is that the novel should have been longer and/or had a part 2.
This book is available on Kindle Unlimited. It is also part of the Court University series but it can be read separately!
October 31, 2022
I am dying this book was so good. An age gap older woman, younger man story threat will have you falling in love with Ramses. Steamy, sexy, chemistry, beautiful and addicting.
August 22, 2023
Well that's the last of the Court Boys' stories out there and what and end to that chapter of their life. Lover encapsulates Ramses so well, that is who he is, he loves with all his heart, is so kind, will do anything for anyone, always there to offer the helping hand. Such a pure-hearted soul and yet underneath the surface and his warm smiles, Ramses is in utter turmoil, he's still in love with his best friend. His married best friend, despite everything he has said, it is clear in everything he does he still holds a torch for December and he has done everything to try and distract him from that pain.
Only the most extraordinarily perfect woman could ever hope to steal Ramses' attention away from December as all seems hopeless. So in walks Doctor and Professor Brielle Whitman-Quintero a fiesty latina who instantly captures Ramses' attention with her beauty. Drawn to her from the very beginning, someone who is in just as much pain as he is, maybe more they meet in very tense circumstances. Despite their age difference, their characters are so similar, Ramses is running from heartache and his uncontrollable feelings, whilst Brielle is running from abuse, hurt and the most crushing pain. There are so many obstacles in the way that should keep them apart, their age difference, her job, her past, his past, the small fact that she is his mother's friend and yet will true love conquer all? It will if Ramses has any say in the matter, loving with all his heart, he is all in, showing his youth with his impulsivity, but showing he is wise beyond his years with his caring and doting behaviour, which is just what Brielle needs.
Reading about how this couple came together, saved each other, Ramses does in fact save Brielle's life was inspiring, an emotional forbidden romance story. A well-developed plot that keeps the reader thoroughly entertained and allows them to connect deeply with the characters. Brielle's character development is my most favourite part of this book, seeing her become the strong woman she is in the next gen books was so lovely. Ramses' makes Brielle feel irrevocably safe and it's so evident when you read their story, the sense of safety oozing from the pages. Alas bittersweet is this ending to this incredible series but it's time for the parents to move over and let the kids have their turn!
Only the most extraordinarily perfect woman could ever hope to steal Ramses' attention away from December as all seems hopeless. So in walks Doctor and Professor Brielle Whitman-Quintero a fiesty latina who instantly captures Ramses' attention with her beauty. Drawn to her from the very beginning, someone who is in just as much pain as he is, maybe more they meet in very tense circumstances. Despite their age difference, their characters are so similar, Ramses is running from heartache and his uncontrollable feelings, whilst Brielle is running from abuse, hurt and the most crushing pain. There are so many obstacles in the way that should keep them apart, their age difference, her job, her past, his past, the small fact that she is his mother's friend and yet will true love conquer all? It will if Ramses has any say in the matter, loving with all his heart, he is all in, showing his youth with his impulsivity, but showing he is wise beyond his years with his caring and doting behaviour, which is just what Brielle needs.
Reading about how this couple came together, saved each other, Ramses does in fact save Brielle's life was inspiring, an emotional forbidden romance story. A well-developed plot that keeps the reader thoroughly entertained and allows them to connect deeply with the characters. Brielle's character development is my most favourite part of this book, seeing her become the strong woman she is in the next gen books was so lovely. Ramses' makes Brielle feel irrevocably safe and it's so evident when you read their story, the sense of safety oozing from the pages. Alas bittersweet is this ending to this incredible series but it's time for the parents to move over and let the kids have their turn!
June 11, 2023
"Ramses was so easy to love."
You're damn right he is! Yes. This book is perfect! PERFECT 👏🏻 PERFECT 👏🏻 PERFECT!
How soon is too soon to declare your top book boyfriend of the year? 👀
I can't even express how much I loved this. I've binged 8 Eden O'Neill books back to back, getting completely consumed in the Court Universe, and let me tell you this one blew every other one out of the water, as I assumed it would I feel like I waited so patiently and so long for Ramses, and it was worth every second. I instantly fell in love with him when I met him all those books ago, but initial love isn't a scratch on how I feel about him now.
Now, this is a passionate hero, the epitome of the man who would burn the world down for his true love, the man who is as equally exciting, funny, empathetic, and adoring. I've actually not read a hero quite like him, and I can't express how much I appreciate that he wasn't turned cruel or into a bully. Ramses truly is a lover, through and through.
I NEEDED Ramses to be happy, get his girl and his HEA, I needed it so badly it plagued my thoughts for 7 books. I wanted so much for this beautiful man, and he got everything he deserved and more. Brielle was completely his match, she was a powerhouse of a woman and although I wanted to slap her on several occasions, I did get why she was skittish and her default was to run, luckily our man Ramses loves to chase 😈 (Speaking of... Chapter 6 of this book is probably the sexiest thing I've ever read)
These two are cut from the same cloth with their avoidance issues and not dealing with trauma or wounds, but they are both so self aware of their tendencies and pain that it didn't make us suffer too much hurt with them and their story. We got so much closure, and for that, I am grateful!
Oh, and that epilogue?! GAH! SO MUCH YES!! It was the perfect ending to this group of guys I've been following for 2 book series now. Each one, Royal, LJ, Knight, Jax, and Ramses, all have complete happiness, and now I can go into Court Legacy with no unfinished business!
You're damn right he is! Yes. This book is perfect! PERFECT 👏🏻 PERFECT 👏🏻 PERFECT!
How soon is too soon to declare your top book boyfriend of the year? 👀
I can't even express how much I loved this. I've binged 8 Eden O'Neill books back to back, getting completely consumed in the Court Universe, and let me tell you this one blew every other one out of the water, as I assumed it would I feel like I waited so patiently and so long for Ramses, and it was worth every second. I instantly fell in love with him when I met him all those books ago, but initial love isn't a scratch on how I feel about him now.
Now, this is a passionate hero, the epitome of the man who would burn the world down for his true love, the man who is as equally exciting, funny, empathetic, and adoring. I've actually not read a hero quite like him, and I can't express how much I appreciate that he wasn't turned cruel or into a bully. Ramses truly is a lover, through and through.
I NEEDED Ramses to be happy, get his girl and his HEA, I needed it so badly it plagued my thoughts for 7 books. I wanted so much for this beautiful man, and he got everything he deserved and more. Brielle was completely his match, she was a powerhouse of a woman and although I wanted to slap her on several occasions, I did get why she was skittish and her default was to run, luckily our man Ramses loves to chase 😈 (Speaking of... Chapter 6 of this book is probably the sexiest thing I've ever read)
These two are cut from the same cloth with their avoidance issues and not dealing with trauma or wounds, but they are both so self aware of their tendencies and pain that it didn't make us suffer too much hurt with them and their story. We got so much closure, and for that, I am grateful!
Oh, and that epilogue?! GAH! SO MUCH YES!! It was the perfect ending to this group of guys I've been following for 2 book series now. Each one, Royal, LJ, Knight, Jax, and Ramses, all have complete happiness, and now I can go into Court Legacy with no unfinished business!
December 6, 2020
"It was so easy to want to, indulge in his pain if only so I didn't have to feel mine. We really were the ultimate distraction for each other."
5 Run to Me Stars!!! Beautiful story about love and pain!
Ramses has always been the guy to make sure everyone around him is happy. Pushing his happiness to the back burner. And always overcompensating for everything. Constantly running away from the past and the pain that lays there. Brielle is a broken girl, always running away from the pain and her past. She's wounded after her divorce and the last thing she needs is another relationship, but when these two meet, it's electric, but can these two stop running away from things and run to each other?
While this is a series, I can say that I didn't read the other books in the series, this is the first one I read and I wasn't lost at all! But now that' I've read this one, I will definitely be going back to read the others! I really fell in love with Ramses, his heart is so huge and he's the sweetest guy ever. And once Brielle puts her wall down, you'll fall for her too. I loved the emotion that comes out of this book and the relationship they have it so beautiful and well told!
June 4, 2022
Good read some bad plot lines here
I was going to rate this higher until the senseless murder at the end. The way the scene was written was sloppy. It made no real sense and for her to write that he died over not much irked me. Otherwise it was a decent read. It wasn't great but it was good enough. These people are extra sensitive and for her to feel so justified and glaze over the above incident was strange.
Then Ramses being so super mad at his father and basically banning his mother from interacting was overstepping, unfair and overkill.
Read their kids series before I read this series so to see how far this unwavering hate went because Ramses dad was mayor, who covered up a murder his brother committed. Seriously Ramses give your dad some slack. He is your father and was an arrogant a hole who seriously made a bad call but to hate him for life when he didn't participate in the actual murder, overkill.
Also seeing what happens to his dad later in book about the kids , I'm like when do the hatred end. They insta-love these women but hate a parent for making a foolish decision that he is paying for both with very public humiliation and in prison.
I liked some of this series and this author is a great writer. I just question some of the directions she choose to take, along with the holier then thou characters and I don't feel, nor agree with their rage.
I was going to rate this higher until the senseless murder at the end. The way the scene was written was sloppy. It made no real sense and for her to write that he died over not much irked me. Otherwise it was a decent read. It wasn't great but it was good enough. These people are extra sensitive and for her to feel so justified and glaze over the above incident was strange.
Then Ramses being so super mad at his father and basically banning his mother from interacting was overstepping, unfair and overkill.
Read their kids series before I read this series so to see how far this unwavering hate went because Ramses dad was mayor, who covered up a murder his brother committed. Seriously Ramses give your dad some slack. He is your father and was an arrogant a hole who seriously made a bad call but to hate him for life when he didn't participate in the actual murder, overkill.
Also seeing what happens to his dad later in book about the kids , I'm like when do the hatred end. They insta-love these women but hate a parent for making a foolish decision that he is paying for both with very public humiliation and in prison.
I liked some of this series and this author is a great writer. I just question some of the directions she choose to take, along with the holier then thou characters and I don't feel, nor agree with their rage.
November 24, 2020
This book did not disappoint. Not even a little. I don’t usually love age-gap romances but this was actually really good. This story is so so nice and I want more! Eden outdid herself again in this story.
This story is about Ramses Mallick, the fourth, and not so friendly friend of the friend group. I would even say he’s not friends with the guys, but with Court High’s December. This story literally starts at her wedding. After finally coming to terms that his high school crush is married, Ramses comes across Brielle, aka Bri, and sparks fly. Bri has a lot going on and did not have it easy and when she and Ramses meet, she has a wall up so high, it’s hard for anyone to breakthrough. After a whirlwind of a night, the facts start to settle in. Bri and Ramses' relationship is practically doomed from the start.
I loved this story because it was a little different than in past stories. It’s the type of story where anything that can go wrong, goes wrong, and true love really needs to win. The chemistry between the two is undeniable but Ramses, wow. Can I have him? Eden creates an amazing character out of Ramses and I wish I could date him, very my type. Loved this story and cannot believe this is the end of this series.
But, 2021 is not too far away and the next generation I’m sure will be just as epic. Great and unexpected, highly recommend!
This story is about Ramses Mallick, the fourth, and not so friendly friend of the friend group. I would even say he’s not friends with the guys, but with Court High’s December. This story literally starts at her wedding. After finally coming to terms that his high school crush is married, Ramses comes across Brielle, aka Bri, and sparks fly. Bri has a lot going on and did not have it easy and when she and Ramses meet, she has a wall up so high, it’s hard for anyone to breakthrough. After a whirlwind of a night, the facts start to settle in. Bri and Ramses' relationship is practically doomed from the start.
I loved this story because it was a little different than in past stories. It’s the type of story where anything that can go wrong, goes wrong, and true love really needs to win. The chemistry between the two is undeniable but Ramses, wow. Can I have him? Eden creates an amazing character out of Ramses and I wish I could date him, very my type. Loved this story and cannot believe this is the end of this series.
But, 2021 is not too far away and the next generation I’m sure will be just as epic. Great and unexpected, highly recommend!
July 31, 2021
Ramses is my King
I've been in book love with Ramses since we first met him in Illusions that May (Court High book 2). He's mega smart, super tall, kind, loving, hot...perfect. Don't get me wrong, I love a mean guy (in books), but a good guy wins my heart every time. Ramses is a good guy with a side a spice. His history with December reeled me in and almost broke me. So, I was happy to read about him in this book to see his future unfold.
It's sweet and so hot. Omg. I panted through a lot of this story. And I kept thinking about a guy that sort of reminded me of Noah Centineo, well his smile anyway. Just sweet and charming. And that he falls for an older woman. Wow.
Bri is a professor, a 30 something woman and she's new in town in an attempt to start over. Newly divorced she meets Ramses at a wedding and things take off. He's a perfect distraction for the night but she cuts him loose the next day...only to find him as a student in her class later. Oopsie. It's a crazy story with a lot of black and forth, but so good. And Ramses...he is my King. Love him. #bookcrush
I guess that's enough blathering, but seriously these books plus the other series would make great television. Just good! Anyway, I totally recommend this series and all of Eden's books. They've been so fun to read! 💙💙💙
I've been in book love with Ramses since we first met him in Illusions that May (Court High book 2). He's mega smart, super tall, kind, loving, hot...perfect. Don't get me wrong, I love a mean guy (in books), but a good guy wins my heart every time. Ramses is a good guy with a side a spice. His history with December reeled me in and almost broke me. So, I was happy to read about him in this book to see his future unfold.
It's sweet and so hot. Omg. I panted through a lot of this story. And I kept thinking about a guy that sort of reminded me of Noah Centineo, well his smile anyway. Just sweet and charming. And that he falls for an older woman. Wow.
Bri is a professor, a 30 something woman and she's new in town in an attempt to start over. Newly divorced she meets Ramses at a wedding and things take off. He's a perfect distraction for the night but she cuts him loose the next day...only to find him as a student in her class later. Oopsie. It's a crazy story with a lot of black and forth, but so good. And Ramses...he is my King. Love him. #bookcrush
I guess that's enough blathering, but seriously these books plus the other series would make great television. Just good! Anyway, I totally recommend this series and all of Eden's books. They've been so fun to read! 💙💙💙
August 8, 2024
I can't believe this is the last book of the series. I have to admit that I spent the last three weeks reading only Eden O’Neill’s books. I started with Court Legacy and couldn't stop, so I read all 14 books. I will surely miss this little world of her and the Legacy Families.
Now to Lover, the fourth and final book of The Court University Series. This is the story of Ramses and Brielle, and even though I didn't like so much the age difference, not because of the number but because of the time, if he had been in his late 20s and she had been in her early 40s, it would have worked way better. In any case, this couple is another thing.
Ramses's maturity is amazing. He handles every situation, and the way he approaches his relationship with Bri and his feelings is top-notch. They both have trauma and issues, but for him, communication and action are key. Bri is smart and bossy. She likes control, but behind all that, she is suffering, and I love how they both make it work for them, even with all that drama around them.
One of the book's highlights is how he starts to join the friend groups, not only with December. The parts where you get all of them together are always the best.
It was a great way to end a series on a high note. The buildup was slow for me, but that worked perfectly.
Now to Lover, the fourth and final book of The Court University Series. This is the story of Ramses and Brielle, and even though I didn't like so much the age difference, not because of the number but because of the time, if he had been in his late 20s and she had been in her early 40s, it would have worked way better. In any case, this couple is another thing.
Ramses's maturity is amazing. He handles every situation, and the way he approaches his relationship with Bri and his feelings is top-notch. They both have trauma and issues, but for him, communication and action are key. Bri is smart and bossy. She likes control, but behind all that, she is suffering, and I love how they both make it work for them, even with all that drama around them.
One of the book's highlights is how he starts to join the friend groups, not only with December. The parts where you get all of them together are always the best.
It was a great way to end a series on a high note. The buildup was slow for me, but that worked perfectly.
December 10, 2020
HOT with a side of insecurities
Can't believe that this is the end to the Court University series! Sad but it didn't stop me from binge reading this in 5 hours....when I should have been sleeping.
Ramses may only be 22 but he has a lot of baggage that he is carrying; baggage that seems to linger over him. Brielle is a 35 year old divorcee that has a million and one insecurities.
They meet at December and Prince's wedding and had a steamy, hot night of....holy crap....it was an inferno. Bri knew he was younger but assumed around the age of 26. But, it wasn't until he walked into her college history class...as her STUDENT...that she realized HOW young. Drum up another insecurity for Ms Bri. Then, next whammy, she realizes Mr Inferno Hot Night is actually the SON to her friend and mentor. Let's tag on an extra rider to that age-gap insecurity.
While Bri was busy running away, Ramses was steadily gaining on her; not letting her use one insecurity against him to push him away. This requires him to go against his normal "full steam ahead" actions. He has to slow down and allow Bri to work through everything on her time.
Throw in some con daddy and crazy ex issues and you have the rollercoaster story of Ramses and Bri.
Can't believe that this is the end to the Court University series! Sad but it didn't stop me from binge reading this in 5 hours....when I should have been sleeping.
Ramses may only be 22 but he has a lot of baggage that he is carrying; baggage that seems to linger over him. Brielle is a 35 year old divorcee that has a million and one insecurities.
They meet at December and Prince's wedding and had a steamy, hot night of....holy crap....it was an inferno. Bri knew he was younger but assumed around the age of 26. But, it wasn't until he walked into her college history class...as her STUDENT...that she realized HOW young. Drum up another insecurity for Ms Bri. Then, next whammy, she realizes Mr Inferno Hot Night is actually the SON to her friend and mentor. Let's tag on an extra rider to that age-gap insecurity.
While Bri was busy running away, Ramses was steadily gaining on her; not letting her use one insecurity against him to push him away. This requires him to go against his normal "full steam ahead" actions. He has to slow down and allow Bri to work through everything on her time.
Throw in some con daddy and crazy ex issues and you have the rollercoaster story of Ramses and Bri.
November 26, 2020
Eden O'Neill has produced a great 4th book in the Court University Series. Lover is a hot beautiful age gap romance (older woman younger man) with Ramses our younger man as swoon worthy as they come, I all but forgot there was any age difference!
Two people each suffering with they own issues. We known some of Ramses from other books in the series but if you haven't read them not to worry you get to know more in this one. Brielle is recently out of a messy divorce with an ex NFL payer. When the two meet at Ramses best friends wedding and the two bound over pizza both thinking it would only be the one night but it won't be.
Ramses and Brielle's story is a complex deep story with many twists and turns but I just love how this story unfolded - brilliantly written!
"After the ashes fall, things will be okay. After the ashes fall, we'll b all right, but only after the ashes fall."
Two people each suffering with they own issues. We known some of Ramses from other books in the series but if you haven't read them not to worry you get to know more in this one. Brielle is recently out of a messy divorce with an ex NFL payer. When the two meet at Ramses best friends wedding and the two bound over pizza both thinking it would only be the one night but it won't be.
Ramses and Brielle's story is a complex deep story with many twists and turns but I just love how this story unfolded - brilliantly written!
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