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Passion
A dream vacation in the middle of the Caribbean, what else could one want to relax and forget about everyday life?
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When Skylar was invited to go on vacation with her best friend on a private yacht, she thought she was the luckiest woman alive. Her paradise trip turns even dreamer and hotter when Jason, a good-looking and bossy man, lays eyes on her and decides she is his.
Worshipping every inch and curve of her, he makes her forget all her insecurities.
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When Skylar was invited to go on vacation with her best friend on a private yacht, she thought she was the luckiest woman alive. Her paradise trip turns even dreamer and hotter when Jason, a good-looking and bossy man, lays eyes on her and decides she is his.
Worshipping every inch and curve of her, he makes her forget all her insecurities.
123 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 28, 2022
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About the author
Tanja Longoria
23 books167 followersTanja is a spicy romance author who loves to write about strong female characters, loving love interests, and the occasional vampires and werewolves.
Besides writing she is a mother and nursing student, with a hectic life and an ever-changing work schedule. Writing is her escape from reality in which she can let go of all the stress that comes with managing a family of three and balancing work and private life.
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August 10, 2022
I received this book as an ARC for my honest review. This is a quick and very spicy read. Love the fact that Sky is plus sized and described with stretch marks. The end had me wanting a little more about what may have happened when they got home. This is about a group of friends and Sky going with her friend and boyfriend on a vacation. Sailing down to what I take is maybe the Bahamas. Only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because for myself being written on third person takes me a bit to adjust to and the ending needed just a bit more. Maybe an epilogue to wrap up the what if moments. Overall I enjoyed this cute but spicy quick read.
August 29, 2022
This was a super sweet little Novella. Cute couple and a great amount of spice. It’s nice to see a female and character that isn’t a size 6 and is worshiped for her curves and stretch marks. Great job! Love it!
August 1, 2022
I want that vacation!
I want the dang yacht and the single hottie with a dirty mouth!
It’s a refreshing novella. Fact is I read a lot of dark and a lot of heavy so this being lighter was a breath of fresh air. I am wondering how Sky and Jason would’ve made their home relationship work. Would it have stuck? Would it have fizzled? I want to say stuck…but…
I want the dang yacht and the single hottie with a dirty mouth!
It’s a refreshing novella. Fact is I read a lot of dark and a lot of heavy so this being lighter was a breath of fresh air. I am wondering how Sky and Jason would’ve made their home relationship work. Would it have stuck? Would it have fizzled? I want to say stuck…but…
August 5, 2022
This is every hard working woman's dream come true. This is a fantasy put to words. A good quick read to give you a little mind getaway.
November 17, 2022
Do you like instant attraction that grows into something more? Or maybe mature adults, and an MMC who makes the girl forget all her insecurities? If you answered yes to any of these, then you'll love this book! Being in a bit of a reading slump recently, this short novella duet was perfect for me. The duet follows the steamy romance between Skylar and Jason, who I think are just so cute together. In terms of their relationship, I think this book does an excellent job of showing the characters set boundaries and confirming consent, and making each other feel safe. I just love how he sees Skylar for who she is and not her size. I also really enjoyed the parts of the novel where we see Skylar’s and Jason’s maturity shine through. For instance, Skylar doesn't get upset when Jason needs to take a call from work, and they don't get mad at each other when they're not spending 24/7 together, which I found to be really refreshing.
One thing that I thought didn't come through was the friendship between Skylar and Jason and the other characters. In other words, it took the saying ‘opposites attract’ to another level, which, for me, had been quite humorous and otherwise frustrating at times, to the point I was talking to my kindle wondering how these characters are even friends🤣 I also loved how the author put in some hilarious editing bloopers at the end of the book, tying the great experience I had up with a little bow. At the end of the book, the one question I was left wondering was, how or even will Skylar and Jason be able to take their whirlwind vacation romance into the real world where they both are passionate about their careers?
Overall, I thought the development was a great pace and somewhat realistic if you often get invited to a private yacht vacation by your best friend's boyfriend😂. I highly recommend this book, and reading book two is a must if you want to see how Jason’s and Skylar’s relationship works when they're back home.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
One thing that I thought didn't come through was the friendship between Skylar and Jason and the other characters. In other words, it took the saying ‘opposites attract’ to another level, which, for me, had been quite humorous and otherwise frustrating at times, to the point I was talking to my kindle wondering how these characters are even friends🤣 I also loved how the author put in some hilarious editing bloopers at the end of the book, tying the great experience I had up with a little bow. At the end of the book, the one question I was left wondering was, how or even will Skylar and Jason be able to take their whirlwind vacation romance into the real world where they both are passionate about their careers?
Overall, I thought the development was a great pace and somewhat realistic if you often get invited to a private yacht vacation by your best friend's boyfriend😂. I highly recommend this book, and reading book two is a must if you want to see how Jason’s and Skylar’s relationship works when they're back home.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
August 14, 2022
Rating: 4.5/5
I was gifted this book from the author for my honest review
Do you have insecurities about your body? Areas that you wish were smaller or stretch marks you wish would just disappear? I know I do, I have ever since I was about 10 and the skinnier girls made fun of my thighs and my stomach, it wasn’t until I found my husband and he loved my body and mind, that I grew to love myself. I was able to relate with Skylar on that level because I have been there and I knew how it felt to be rejected. I thought Longoria did a great job with making Skylar someone that everyone just loves. Skylar is down to earth, she doesn’t like when people flaunt their money, she also doesn’t like when people treat others poorly just because they’re the help. At first I did not like Jason, I thought he was just like the other guys, but it turns out that he wasn’t. I really like how Jason looks inside the person and not what the outside looks like. I do wish that this book had a little more to the ending then the way it ended. I have so many questions that need answers, one question is: Did Jason and Skylar make it work after their vacation? Other than that this book was amazing, the lesson to love yourself no matter what your body looks like. If you’re interested in this book, be prepared that the spice level is about 4, if that does not bother you then you should pick up this book and try it out. It was a fast and fun read.
I want to thank Tanja Longoria for the opportunity to read and review this book for my honest opinion.
I was gifted this book from the author for my honest review
Do you have insecurities about your body? Areas that you wish were smaller or stretch marks you wish would just disappear? I know I do, I have ever since I was about 10 and the skinnier girls made fun of my thighs and my stomach, it wasn’t until I found my husband and he loved my body and mind, that I grew to love myself. I was able to relate with Skylar on that level because I have been there and I knew how it felt to be rejected. I thought Longoria did a great job with making Skylar someone that everyone just loves. Skylar is down to earth, she doesn’t like when people flaunt their money, she also doesn’t like when people treat others poorly just because they’re the help. At first I did not like Jason, I thought he was just like the other guys, but it turns out that he wasn’t. I really like how Jason looks inside the person and not what the outside looks like. I do wish that this book had a little more to the ending then the way it ended. I have so many questions that need answers, one question is: Did Jason and Skylar make it work after their vacation? Other than that this book was amazing, the lesson to love yourself no matter what your body looks like. If you’re interested in this book, be prepared that the spice level is about 4, if that does not bother you then you should pick up this book and try it out. It was a fast and fun read.
I want to thank Tanja Longoria for the opportunity to read and review this book for my honest opinion.
August 8, 2022
3.6/5.0
For everything that worth it, this kind of book is what I look for when I was feeling down and ashamed of my own body. I know I'm not considered big, but with my thick thighs, butt and stomach,l and stretchmarks, I have days when I dont think I was good enough. This book, uplift my spirit, and helps me to re embrace what I dislike with my own body.
Also, this book has one of my bucket list, cruise vacation. Hopefully I get to enjoy this myself instead of enjoying it in book.
Skylar and Jason story is swooning, sweet and cute. Jason is a gentleman who respect Sky and Sky is a sweet girl. I never imagine for this book to have plot as sweet as this. The only thing in my mind when I got this book, ahh another short p orn. But, I was wrong. You didnt get the spice until the middle of the book.
If you pick up this book solely for smut, youre gonna be disappointed for sure. But, make sure to keep reading. I fall in love with Jason (sorry Sky).
A fan of whirlwind love story, cute and sweet, adorable, (I couldnt stress how adorable this book is), I would recommend this book for you. There is the spice, but I preferred to read their romance over the spice. Good job, Ms Author, thank you for this masterpiece.
I received a complimentaty copy of this book and I am leaving an honest review. I would never overly hype a book for a complimentaty copy.
For everything that worth it, this kind of book is what I look for when I was feeling down and ashamed of my own body. I know I'm not considered big, but with my thick thighs, butt and stomach,l and stretchmarks, I have days when I dont think I was good enough. This book, uplift my spirit, and helps me to re embrace what I dislike with my own body.
Also, this book has one of my bucket list, cruise vacation. Hopefully I get to enjoy this myself instead of enjoying it in book.
Skylar and Jason story is swooning, sweet and cute. Jason is a gentleman who respect Sky and Sky is a sweet girl. I never imagine for this book to have plot as sweet as this. The only thing in my mind when I got this book, ahh another short p orn. But, I was wrong. You didnt get the spice until the middle of the book.
If you pick up this book solely for smut, youre gonna be disappointed for sure. But, make sure to keep reading. I fall in love with Jason (sorry Sky).
A fan of whirlwind love story, cute and sweet, adorable, (I couldnt stress how adorable this book is), I would recommend this book for you. There is the spice, but I preferred to read their romance over the spice. Good job, Ms Author, thank you for this masterpiece.
I received a complimentaty copy of this book and I am leaving an honest review. I would never overly hype a book for a complimentaty copy.
November 26, 2022
This book was easy to read and entertaining, so I found myself reading it in one sitting. If you enjoy likeable characters, lots of sexy scenes, and some sweet romance, this book is for you. There is indeed a lot of passion between Jason and Skylar, two workaholics who take a fabulous vacation on a yacht and who are attracted to each other from the beginning. They're so good together, you find yourself hoping this is more than a fling. A really fun read!
This book was easy to read and entertaining, so I found myself reading it in one sitting. If you enjoy likeable characters, lots of sexy scenes, and some sweet romance, this book is for you. There is indeed a lot of passion between Jason and Skylar, two workaholics who take a fabulous vacation on a yacht and who are attracted to each other from the beginning. They're so good together, you find yourself hoping this is more than a fling. A really fun read!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This book was easy to read and entertaining, so I found myself reading it in one sitting. If you enjoy likeable characters, lots of sexy scenes, and some sweet romance, this book is for you. There is indeed a lot of passion between Jason and Skylar, two workaholics who take a fabulous vacation on a yacht and who are attracted to each other from the beginning. They're so good together, you find yourself hoping this is more than a fling. A really fun read!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
August 4, 2022
"One of the most beautiful and sweet stories I've recently read. Plus size FMC are quite complex to read. They tend to be super shy with zero esteem or compensate their insecurities with a 'sassy' that's more a b**chy attitude. Back to the story, it was well written, easy to follow and absolutely beautiful. Sky was sweet, honest and quite humble. Her moral was constant and open about het surroundings. Probably it doesn't make sense but it will trust me. Jason was another great surprise of man. He was smart, direct and honest. Admirable how sincere and easy going their connection was. It was slow burn but yet steamy. Told in dual POV! Plus the side characters were a huge support too. I'd love to have more story after the trip like an epilogue but yet I'm happy with the ending and hopefully one day the author will write a second part. I'm down for more of Jason and Sky's story!"
August 9, 2022
I really enjoyed this fast paced, spicy but sweet read! The plus sized FMC is a rare thing, and the author absolutely did an amazing job with Sky! The MMC was sweet, but also dominant and loving in all the best ways. I found that the storyline was very refreshing from all the fake-dating, friends-to-enemies books that are out right now. The character and world building were also great! Side characters had context and some plot, but didn't take away from the main show. The setting is detailed fantastically and really brings you into the book! The spice was AH-Mazing!!!
Overall - If you like your spice to have some plot, but be to the point and also fantastic, PICK THIS UP!
I really, really, really, hope that Tanja gives us a sequel because this couple is just so damn adorable that I want more of them!
Overall - If you like your spice to have some plot, but be to the point and also fantastic, PICK THIS UP!
I really, really, really, hope that Tanja gives us a sequel because this couple is just so damn adorable that I want more of them!
November 11, 2022
Okay so this book wasn't what I was expecting! I was waiting for something dark to happen not realising its a romance not dark romance! But it was so beautifully perfect I was obsessed!
This author has just grown with each and every book she has written and im honoured to be one of her arc readers!
Sky was never one for a lavish lifestyle but after her bestfriends very wealthy boyfriend invites her along on their yacht trip she meets Jason, a gorgeous although work obsessed gentleman. After a slightly rocky start then start on a whirlwind holiday romance that neither of them want to end!
My only downside with Tanja's books is the over use of the word 'pearl' im sorry but it's just not okay 🤣 other than that this book is a perfect 5 stars!
This author has just grown with each and every book she has written and im honoured to be one of her arc readers!
Sky was never one for a lavish lifestyle but after her bestfriends very wealthy boyfriend invites her along on their yacht trip she meets Jason, a gorgeous although work obsessed gentleman. After a slightly rocky start then start on a whirlwind holiday romance that neither of them want to end!
My only downside with Tanja's books is the over use of the word 'pearl' im sorry but it's just not okay 🤣 other than that this book is a perfect 5 stars!
August 16, 2022
If you're looking for a quick, spicy read, look no further. Passion is the book you're looking for.
A steamy novella about a woman who refused to let her best friend go on vacation with a man she just met, finds herself on vacation with them and a group of his friends. She feels out of place with these new people until one of them makes it his mission to make sure she has a great time. In every sense of the word.
This book would be a five star if the secondary characters weren't so annoying. They grated on my nerves.
However, even with very little plot, it was a good, quick read and it was nice to see a plus sized FMC.
A steamy novella about a woman who refused to let her best friend go on vacation with a man she just met, finds herself on vacation with them and a group of his friends. She feels out of place with these new people until one of them makes it his mission to make sure she has a great time. In every sense of the word.
This book would be a five star if the secondary characters weren't so annoying. They grated on my nerves.
However, even with very little plot, it was a good, quick read and it was nice to see a plus sized FMC.
November 22, 2022
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Jason and Skylar meet on a yacht and prove that there's more to life than champagne wishes and caviar dreams. I love that Sylar is a pediatric nurse(yay!)who is considerate of people's needs and uninterested in how much money someone has. Jason is smitten with Skylar from the beginning and adores her curves.(ahhhhh). They are accompanying friends on a trip but end up enjoying themselves more than anyone. Get ready for a spicy-hot story!
August 4, 2022
I loved this book as it has a plus side woman as the love interest.
Skylar goes on a vacation due to a friend who meets someone and asks her friend to vacation to a yacht and Skylar does not want to go on her own. Then she meets Jason on the yacht and there is a connection between Skylar and Jason. I loved seeing how their connection started and how it keeped getting stronger
Skylar goes on a vacation due to a friend who meets someone and asks her friend to vacation to a yacht and Skylar does not want to go on her own. Then she meets Jason on the yacht and there is a connection between Skylar and Jason. I loved seeing how their connection started and how it keeped getting stronger
August 10, 2022
I thought the book was a great quick spicy read. I was able to read it in a couple of hours. The author did a great job with the representation of women with normal body types. I loved the book. To get 5 stars I would have needed a little more story. A longer book perhaps that extends the storyline. Overall, I would recommend this book.
August 10, 2022
I love Jason and Sky! Meeting on a vacation, and sweetly connecting with each other, made a wonderful story to read. I love how Jason is attracted to all the things she worries about, such as her stretch marks, and shows her how he loves them. This was such a sweet book, and the steam was sooo gripping!
August 11, 2022
Absolutely loveeed this book. As a plus sized woman, I feel like there are many books out there that represents us in a good, healthy way. This book definitely does that. If I had to say there was a downside to reading this, it’s that it ended to soon for me. I wanted more! But otherwise it was well worth the read.
Disclaimer: I received a free copy via the author for ARC.
Disclaimer: I received a free copy via the author for ARC.
August 22, 2022
May has a wealthy boyfriend who invites her, her best friend, Sky, and a number of his friends to vacation for a week on a luxury yacht. Sky meets Jason, and sparks fly. Fun adventures, in the cabin as well as in the sea, make this a super fun, sexy, romantic read. Spirited characters, smooth banter, and plenty of surprises make this quick read a winner.
September 11, 2022
This book is a really quick romance read with a good amount of spice. Loved the female character, her body image is healthy with every single curve.I loved Sky and Jax together and i want to get more, a full-length book.
Overall i recommend this book, perfect little, fast read.
Themes to expect:
- curvy heroine
- dual POV
- dirty mouth
Overall i recommend this book, perfect little, fast read.
Themes to expect:
- curvy heroine
- dual POV
- dirty mouth
February 19, 2025
it was written with passion it's about passion and I read it with passion ❣️
the beginning is catching and draws you in real good and then the author takes you on a lovely journey where you can just picture yourself too!
I highly recommend reading this book!!
I got an arc but leaving this review willingly and also bought some of her other works!
the beginning is catching and draws you in real good and then the author takes you on a lovely journey where you can just picture yourself too!
I highly recommend reading this book!!
I got an arc but leaving this review willingly and also bought some of her other works!
August 7, 2022
A sweet, spicy novella perfect for someone needing a palate cleanser or good for a quick summer read. The only reason I didn’t rate 5 stars was because I wanted to see more of their story after vacation. But overall I really loved it!
February 20, 2023
Dreamy Caribbean romance
Skylar tags along with her best friend on a dreamy vacation on a yacht. She quickly meets Jason. And so begins the tango... I truly enjoyed the entire book; had to force myself to put it down so I could use the restroom! Lol
Skylar tags along with her best friend on a dreamy vacation on a yacht. She quickly meets Jason. And so begins the tango... I truly enjoyed the entire book; had to force myself to put it down so I could use the restroom! Lol
August 2, 2022
Loved this sweet vacation novella. The story was lots of fun with great settings and some grade A spice thrown in too : )
February 8, 2023
chemistry off the charts
Such a good flow with the story, hot and steamy but real emotional and funny I very much enjoyed it
Such a good flow with the story, hot and steamy but real emotional and funny I very much enjoyed it
April 3, 2023
Love on the ocean
This was a quick little steamy read. Sky and Jason get together on a vacation with friends. He's determined to get the girl, but she's not sure at first.
This was a quick little steamy read. Sky and Jason get together on a vacation with friends. He's determined to get the girl, but she's not sure at first.
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May 4, 2024Just a quick read. Predictable.
September 16, 2024
I loved it! It was amazing. It was so beautiful. I was hooked from the beginning. I was hanging onto every word.
February 28, 2025
I really enjoyed passion. A group of friends on vacation together bring Skylar and Jason together. Their relationship is fire!!
July 1, 2025
not my cup of tea
I did not like the writing style at all I’ve read 8+ books a month and this is my 1st time DNFing a book
I did not like the writing style at all I’ve read 8+ books a month and this is my 1st time DNFing a book
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