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Southern Alphas #4
Denied
Shane Falco has it all: looks, money, power, and more women than he knows what to do with. The last thing he wants is to settle down and start a family, so imagine his surprise when he meets a little girl with eyes that are just like his.
Larissa LeClaire is reminded of Shane every time she looks at her daughter. He’s the very last person she wants to see again, even though she can’t forget the way he totally rocked her world. He snuck out of her bed without so much as a goodbye, and she doesn’t have time in her busy life for a man she can’t count on.
Shane’s determined to be the kind of father he never had, even though the girl’s hot-blooded mother doesn’t want anything to do with him. Yet as they agree to a truce for the sake of their daughter, it’s hard to ignore the explosive chemistry between them. But when a figure from the past comes back to haunt them, will it tear them apart or bring them closer together?
Larissa LeClaire is reminded of Shane every time she looks at her daughter. He’s the very last person she wants to see again, even though she can’t forget the way he totally rocked her world. He snuck out of her bed without so much as a goodbye, and she doesn’t have time in her busy life for a man she can’t count on.
Shane’s determined to be the kind of father he never had, even though the girl’s hot-blooded mother doesn’t want anything to do with him. Yet as they agree to a truce for the sake of their daughter, it’s hard to ignore the explosive chemistry between them. But when a figure from the past comes back to haunt them, will it tear them apart or bring them closer together?
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September 18, 2016
I have been waiting for this book since finishing the previous. The preview promised to shake Shane to the core of his confirmed bachelorhood. The book delivered. Could it have provided Shane in a more traumatic transition? Absolutely, but I think the ability for this playboy to realize there was more to life and that he wasn’t going to allow a repeat of his past to be his daughters future is a powerful motivation.
Larissa was the character that I would have liked more back story. This young women was widowed and during her healing process had a 2 day fling with Shane. That resulting in their daughter. She made no effort to find him or tell him about her pregnancy. I understand her fears and the lack of knowledge that she had of Shane’s past but it’s still hard to forgive either of their behavior.
Although this book can stand alone within the Southern Alpha series, I would highly recommend having read at least book 1. Book 1 is Mason and Kayla’s story but because Mason and Shane are brothers, it give you a clearer understanding of Shane’s past. The other story that would assist in understanding Shane is Ethan and Louise story which runs a stream through this book.
I look forward to the next series with Larissa’s family. Austin and Nina should be interesting, I also look forward to Wade’s story as his back story in this book has me looking and potentially projecting my ideas of story line twist and turns.
Larissa was the character that I would have liked more back story. This young women was widowed and during her healing process had a 2 day fling with Shane. That resulting in their daughter. She made no effort to find him or tell him about her pregnancy. I understand her fears and the lack of knowledge that she had of Shane’s past but it’s still hard to forgive either of their behavior.
Although this book can stand alone within the Southern Alpha series, I would highly recommend having read at least book 1. Book 1 is Mason and Kayla’s story but because Mason and Shane are brothers, it give you a clearer understanding of Shane’s past. The other story that would assist in understanding Shane is Ethan and Louise story which runs a stream through this book.
I look forward to the next series with Larissa’s family. Austin and Nina should be interesting, I also look forward to Wade’s story as his back story in this book has me looking and potentially projecting my ideas of story line twist and turns.
September 16, 2016
I enjoyed this story very much. Shane and Larissa first met about six years before, and spent a passionate couple of days together, after which Shane left before Larissa woke up. When this book begins Shane visits a Cyber Technology and Security convention to find out what the latest developments are, and suddenly sees Larissa at one of the stands. He goes to talk to her when suddenly a little ball of energy comes racing up, shouting "Mommy". Larissa picks her up, and Shane sees his eyes staring back at him. He has a child he knew nothing about.
The story continues with their tentatively growing relationship. He very quickly adores his daughter Emma, and is determined to be part of her life. His playboy ways, due in part to his very unsettled upbringing which has made him determined never to get emotionally attached to anyone, become a distant memory. Of course there are problems along the way, but we get a happy ending.
Lori is very good at writing emotions and the book is populated by people who all feel very real, that you care about. Larissa's brothers are very protective of her, and the occasion when they confront Shane to explain in explicit detail what they will do to him if he upsets their sister is both comic and touching, especially when his best friend Carter joins them.
This is a good read, it can be read as a stand alone, but reading the books of the series in order gives a greater depth to your reading. I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review, the opinions expressed are entirely my own.
The story continues with their tentatively growing relationship. He very quickly adores his daughter Emma, and is determined to be part of her life. His playboy ways, due in part to his very unsettled upbringing which has made him determined never to get emotionally attached to anyone, become a distant memory. Of course there are problems along the way, but we get a happy ending.
Lori is very good at writing emotions and the book is populated by people who all feel very real, that you care about. Larissa's brothers are very protective of her, and the occasion when they confront Shane to explain in explicit detail what they will do to him if he upsets their sister is both comic and touching, especially when his best friend Carter joins them.
This is a good read, it can be read as a stand alone, but reading the books of the series in order gives a greater depth to your reading. I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review, the opinions expressed are entirely my own.
September 17, 2016
I have read every book in this series so far and enjoyed them all, but I think Shane's story is the best so far. Imagine what it would be like to bump into a woman you had a fling with but left without saying goodbye. That's a surprise in and of itself, but imagine how you would feel if when you met her daughter she had YOUR EYES, and was the right age to be YOUR CHILD. Do you turn tail and run or do you man up and be the father you should be, the father you never had?
But if you are Larissa do you let this man, who rocked your world but left without a backward glance, back into your life and more importantly your daughter's life. He left you, what if your daughter falls in love with him and he goes away again? Do you take the chance?
The story is both moving and hot and I loved the way both Shane and Larissa learn to love and trust, but most of all I loved the family loyalties both from Larissa's brothers and Shane's. I will certainly go back and read this book again. I loved it!
I received this book free in exchange for an honest review. The thoughts and comments made are my own.
But if you are Larissa do you let this man, who rocked your world but left without a backward glance, back into your life and more importantly your daughter's life. He left you, what if your daughter falls in love with him and he goes away again? Do you take the chance?
The story is both moving and hot and I loved the way both Shane and Larissa learn to love and trust, but most of all I loved the family loyalties both from Larissa's brothers and Shane's. I will certainly go back and read this book again. I loved it!
I received this book free in exchange for an honest review. The thoughts and comments made are my own.
February 1, 2019
Perfect!
I loved Larissa and Shane from start to finish. She kept him on his toes, not caving to his charms or being a pushover. And I enjoyed Shane pursuing a relationship with both his daughter and Larissa. Great story that makes me want to read all the other books in the series.
I loved Larissa and Shane from start to finish. She kept him on his toes, not caving to his charms or being a pushover. And I enjoyed Shane pursuing a relationship with both his daughter and Larissa. Great story that makes me want to read all the other books in the series.
January 8, 2019
Southern Alphas is so fun to devour one after the next. That's how I feel about all of Lori Sjoberg's series. Great characters, fast-paced, and HEA that I love as a romance reader.
April 4, 2018
Wow
What a story for Shane! I really enjoyed this book and series. Look forward to reading the next book. These are well written and just pull you in for an awesome story line.
What a story for Shane! I really enjoyed this book and series. Look forward to reading the next book. These are well written and just pull you in for an awesome story line.
February 1, 2019
I wish I could have liked this book more. It's my fault because I suspected I wasn't going to like this much since its a second chance romance. So take this review with a grain of salt.
Shane and Larissa met 7 years ago at a convention in Las Vegas where they had a 2 day fling. Then Shane snuck out in the middle of the night and disappeared. Larissa finds out a few weeks later that she is pregnant. She is angry and feels like he isn't dependable and never tells him.
They meet again at another convention (surprise! They now live in the same town! What a coincidence!) where Larissa's daughter runs up to her and there is no denying that she is Shanes's daughter. He is rightfully furious he was never told and she is worried what his reaction is going to be.
There were a lot of my peeves in this book including several plot holes.
I did like the writing and the fact that the h was a hacker was cool. But overall, I wouldn't recommend this book.
Shane and Larissa met 7 years ago at a convention in Las Vegas where they had a 2 day fling. Then Shane snuck out in the middle of the night and disappeared. Larissa finds out a few weeks later that she is pregnant. She is angry and feels like he isn't dependable and never tells him.
They meet again at another convention (surprise! They now live in the same town! What a coincidence!) where Larissa's daughter runs up to her and there is no denying that she is Shanes's daughter. He is rightfully furious he was never told and she is worried what his reaction is going to be.
There were a lot of my peeves in this book including several plot holes.
I did like the writing and the fact that the h was a hacker was cool. But overall, I wouldn't recommend this book.
September 14, 2016
ARC copy for honest review with no compensation.
Wow…the continuing saga of the Southern Alpha Romance series. Love this series! ! ! :)
Shane and Larissa met five years ago at a conference and spent a wonderful sexy, lust filled weekend together but Shane didn’t want anything more from this “one night stand” so he left without any goodbye. During these last five years he feels something is missing from his life but doesn’t know what it is AND that he can’t seem to forget Larissa no matter how many women he sleeps with.
They meet up again at another conference and Shane feels the connection again as soon as he sees her. Now he wants to get her back but there is a complication he didn’t count on besides the hostility of her five brothers….. Will Larissa push him away permanently or will they find what is missing in both their lives???? Hot alpha male and a strong independent woman make for lots of sizzle…….
Hoping as I read this book and met Larissa’s five brothers that this will be the next books in this series….some more HOT sexy men to steam up the pages…..
Wow…the continuing saga of the Southern Alpha Romance series. Love this series! ! ! :)
Shane and Larissa met five years ago at a conference and spent a wonderful sexy, lust filled weekend together but Shane didn’t want anything more from this “one night stand” so he left without any goodbye. During these last five years he feels something is missing from his life but doesn’t know what it is AND that he can’t seem to forget Larissa no matter how many women he sleeps with.
They meet up again at another conference and Shane feels the connection again as soon as he sees her. Now he wants to get her back but there is a complication he didn’t count on besides the hostility of her five brothers….. Will Larissa push him away permanently or will they find what is missing in both their lives???? Hot alpha male and a strong independent woman make for lots of sizzle…….
Hoping as I read this book and met Larissa’s five brothers that this will be the next books in this series….some more HOT sexy men to steam up the pages…..
September 14, 2016
I received an Arc for an honest review.
I've read every book in this series and I can honestly say I couldn't wait for this book to come out, so when I was asked if I wanted an Arc I jumped at the chance.
Shane has been the quintessential bad boy throughout this series so I knew it would take someone special and a speific situation to help him pull his head outta his as# . Needless to say Ms Sjoberg manages to do just that ..I don't want to create any spoilers but it's the perfect way to help Shane come to his senses and be the man he's capable of being.
Larissa is his perfect match and this also enables us to see future books coming to fruition through her family.. hint hint.
The story takes you through a range of emotions from heartache to pure love and wouldn't be complete without a bad person. This didn't come from where I originally thought either. Maybe future books will explore. You'll have to read to understand.
Great book and series. Can't wait for your next book
I've read every book in this series and I can honestly say I couldn't wait for this book to come out, so when I was asked if I wanted an Arc I jumped at the chance.
Shane has been the quintessential bad boy throughout this series so I knew it would take someone special and a speific situation to help him pull his head outta his as# . Needless to say Ms Sjoberg manages to do just that ..I don't want to create any spoilers but it's the perfect way to help Shane come to his senses and be the man he's capable of being.
Larissa is his perfect match and this also enables us to see future books coming to fruition through her family.. hint hint.
The story takes you through a range of emotions from heartache to pure love and wouldn't be complete without a bad person. This didn't come from where I originally thought either. Maybe future books will explore. You'll have to read to understand.
Great book and series. Can't wait for your next book
September 16, 2016
I received an ARC from Lori Sjoberg in exchange for an honest review, and I am about to do "more" than that!!! Denied is deserving of five stars and then some!! I absolutely loved the first three books in this series, but I have to say that this book is by far the best!! This book has a similar story line as the others but with a twist!! The "HOT" male character, Shane Falco, finds out he's the father of Emma, a 5 year old girl, and finds this out when he runs into a woman, Larissa LeClaire, from his past and who just happens to be the mother of his daughter, and a woman he never forgot after their night of unforgettable passion!! Shane learns some new "things" being a father, and realizes that Larissa and Emma are "it" for him!! He's gone from a man who did his "own" thing to a man who is ready to settle down and be a father and a husband - a family man!! I completely love everything about this book, and I am so excited for the next book in this series!!!
September 21, 2016
ARC provided for honest review.
Shane and Larissa shared a weekend of passion and unbeknownst to Shane there were consequences. Years later Shane comes face-to-face with Larissa and Emma, the daughter that was conceived that fateful weekend.
I must admit, that after Shane's behaviour in Devoted, I wasn't a big fan of his. I'm so glad he was able to redeem himself. You can't help falling in love with Shane and how he is with Emma. The course of Shane and Larissa's relationship has its share of funny moments courtesy of Emma (you will have to read it for yourself), as well as misunderstandings due to Larissa jumping to conclusions.
Overall, this is a fantastic read and I can't wait until Larissa's brothers get their HEA.
Shane and Larissa shared a weekend of passion and unbeknownst to Shane there were consequences. Years later Shane comes face-to-face with Larissa and Emma, the daughter that was conceived that fateful weekend.
I must admit, that after Shane's behaviour in Devoted, I wasn't a big fan of his. I'm so glad he was able to redeem himself. You can't help falling in love with Shane and how he is with Emma. The course of Shane and Larissa's relationship has its share of funny moments courtesy of Emma (you will have to read it for yourself), as well as misunderstandings due to Larissa jumping to conclusions.
Overall, this is a fantastic read and I can't wait until Larissa's brothers get their HEA.
September 11, 2016
I absolutely love this series and each book keeps getting better, I couldn't wait for Shane's story and it didn't disappoint, the heat, the suspense and the chemistry made for a remarkable read and of course the catch up from everyone in this series. As I was reading I though god I hope Lori does a series on Larissa's brothers and low and behold me when I get to the end my prayers are answered she has......hoorah! Can't wait to delve into them!
October 3, 2019
Pretty good after a wobbly start. *Spoilers*
MCs meet up 6 years after having a weekend fling which resulted in the h having a baby and she never bothered to try to find the H (both are techy/hackers) even though she is the 'greatest hacker evah'. I don't like secret baby trope unless there is a legit reason the H doesn't know.
Wound up liking it and feeling satisfied over all. The big issues for me (besides not trying to find him to tell him he has a daughter) they never really discussed things and they just sort of fell into a relationship. He's spending time with her and his daughter and he's at her school talking about "his daughter" and I'm going back trying to find where they told her she was his and I can't find anything. Then it's mentioned that she's a widow (as a newlywed her husband died about a year before she met the H) but I don't think she ever told the H. It was odd. Could have done without the one night stand he had turning stalker and had a bit more relationship development and opportunity for meaningful conversation.
But that all being said, there were not separations or big misunderstandings. One tstl moment for the h for believing the stalker ho when she told her the H had been cheating with her and had gotten the ho pregnant (I mean come on.. he was spending every night in the h's bed). But they were sexy and sweet together when all's said and done.
MCs meet up 6 years after having a weekend fling which resulted in the h having a baby and she never bothered to try to find the H (both are techy/hackers) even though she is the 'greatest hacker evah'. I don't like secret baby trope unless there is a legit reason the H doesn't know.
Wound up liking it and feeling satisfied over all. The big issues for me (besides not trying to find him to tell him he has a daughter) they never really discussed things and they just sort of fell into a relationship. He's spending time with her and his daughter and he's at her school talking about "his daughter" and I'm going back trying to find where they told her she was his and I can't find anything. Then it's mentioned that she's a widow (as a newlywed her husband died about a year before she met the H) but I don't think she ever told the H. It was odd. Could have done without the one night stand he had turning stalker and had a bit more relationship development and opportunity for meaningful conversation.
But that all being said, there were not separations or big misunderstandings. One tstl moment for the h for believing the stalker ho when she told her the H had been cheating with her and had gotten the ho pregnant (I mean come on.. he was spending every night in the h's bed). But they were sexy and sweet together when all's said and done.
February 4, 2019
DNF! I really tried to finish this book.. All that got me was more grumbling at around halfway, with no real points of interest.
Granted, this is book4, and I haven't read the others, but I did check it said standalone first. As for the other characters, there's probably enough there for most of what I've seen to get me through no problems from that pov. Though I would have liked a bit of an update as to what the H actually did to rock his life friendship in the previous book.
As for these characters... I JUST DONT GIVE EVEN ONE TINY LITTLE DAMN! I mean at all. Even the kid. And I usually like the kids. I don't care about any of the current characters, or the past characters, or those I'm assuming will be future characters. I can literally not tell you one thing I even like about any of them. It's not that I hate them, I just don't give a damn if the earth swallowed them up and spit them out the other end.
The H has sounded like a boring jackass since page one. Hot, rich, playboy who can bang anything... And that's kinda where his personality has settled. Although he hasn't actually banged another chick in the book, he does keep his awesomeness in mind throughout what I've read. The h is just eh. She's a bit too... actually, I do t think she has enough of anything to be 'too' anything. But I don't like her or how she's moving interacting thru the book. The whole new daddy/kid thing is almost a forgotten side issue half the time, and they still haven't told the kid she's his, but he's going to PT nights?!? The brothers and friends are flat and standard issue so far.
Just blah!
02/19
Granted, this is book4, and I haven't read the others, but I did check it said standalone first. As for the other characters, there's probably enough there for most of what I've seen to get me through no problems from that pov. Though I would have liked a bit of an update as to what the H actually did to rock his life friendship in the previous book.
As for these characters... I JUST DONT GIVE EVEN ONE TINY LITTLE DAMN! I mean at all. Even the kid. And I usually like the kids. I don't care about any of the current characters, or the past characters, or those I'm assuming will be future characters. I can literally not tell you one thing I even like about any of them. It's not that I hate them, I just don't give a damn if the earth swallowed them up and spit them out the other end.
The H has sounded like a boring jackass since page one. Hot, rich, playboy who can bang anything... And that's kinda where his personality has settled. Although he hasn't actually banged another chick in the book, he does keep his awesomeness in mind throughout what I've read. The h is just eh. She's a bit too... actually, I do t think she has enough of anything to be 'too' anything. But I don't like her or how she's moving interacting thru the book. The whole new daddy/kid thing is almost a forgotten side issue half the time, and they still haven't told the kid she's his, but he's going to PT nights?!? The brothers and friends are flat and standard issue so far.
Just blah!
02/19
September 23, 2017
Shane Falco discovers that he fathered a daughter 6 years previous. He has never wanted any kind of commitment or responsibility, especially kids, but now that he knows, he's determined to be in his daughter's life.
Larissa LeClaire works with her brothers in the family security company and had a very hot, very short interlude with him, resulting in her precious daughter. Now the two of them must work out their antagonism and do what is best for their child, no matter what the hurt it causes both of them.
Too many times in a "secret baby" story, the father can become an "instant parent". I liked that Shane was very awkward and had to learn, and that Larissa didn't put up with anything from him. Throw in a "crazy" stalker OW, an angry drug lord and you have problems that will take a lot to overcome.
Good story, good execution.
Larissa LeClaire works with her brothers in the family security company and had a very hot, very short interlude with him, resulting in her precious daughter. Now the two of them must work out their antagonism and do what is best for their child, no matter what the hurt it causes both of them.
Too many times in a "secret baby" story, the father can become an "instant parent". I liked that Shane was very awkward and had to learn, and that Larissa didn't put up with anything from him. Throw in a "crazy" stalker OW, an angry drug lord and you have problems that will take a lot to overcome.
Good story, good execution.
September 12, 2016
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DENIED. I loved it.
Another HOT Southern Alpha Romance.
Larissa and Shane meet up again five years later. Their chemistry is still as sizzling as before. Will they get another chance to see where it will lead?
This is part of a Series of Southern Alpha Romance books, which can be read separately or as a Set.
I am definitely reading the whole set and I am sure you will too.
DENIED. I loved it.
Another HOT Southern Alpha Romance.
Larissa and Shane meet up again five years later. Their chemistry is still as sizzling as before. Will they get another chance to see where it will lead?
This is part of a Series of Southern Alpha Romance books, which can be read separately or as a Set.
I am definitely reading the whole set and I am sure you will too.
October 16, 2016
Once again, Lori Sjoberg has written an exceptional story. Shane finally gets his act together and becomes a mature, responsible man. The chemistry between Shane and Larissa is smoldering hot! I loved how the relationship between Shane and Emma developed.
If you are looking for a well-written romance with twists and turns, look no furthrer. Denied is a definite must read. I highly recommend the entire Southern Alpha Series.
If you are looking for a well-written romance with twists and turns, look no furthrer. Denied is a definite must read. I highly recommend the entire Southern Alpha Series.
September 16, 2016
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Another fantastic book by Lori. Lori did it once again, brings our main characters to happiness by bringing them through a few difficulties to get to that point. Shane and Larissa meet again after a brief encounter in Vegas almost 6 yrs before. There were secrets kept but now they have learned what they are and are making their way past them to begin a life together.
Another fantastic book by Lori. Lori did it once again, brings our main characters to happiness by bringing them through a few difficulties to get to that point. Shane and Larissa meet again after a brief encounter in Vegas almost 6 yrs before. There were secrets kept but now they have learned what they are and are making their way past them to begin a life together.
January 28, 2017
A great finish to the series. I thought it fitting that these characters were the ones in the last book. A little predictable, but the way it was done still made for a very interesting read. Loved it!
February 3, 2019
Ugh, hopefully I'm not being biased
I gave it two stars, but my disgust is saying one star. We all have those triggers when it comes to plot that make us want to throw the book. Well mine is crazy stalker villain. Whenever I see the set up I roll my eyes and lose interest in continuing the story. I'm not sure if it's the fact that this set up was particularly atrocious or if my predisposition colors my view. Fact: No suspension of assumption of guilt, I.e. red herrings. Its tried but no effort is made to make it even look like a viable option. Fact: At no point, do any of the characters pursue legal action. There are several avenues that can be taken to deescalate a threat and none of those were even thought about. Fact: Foreshadowing only works when it is not caused by someone's inaction. I see this plot taking place like a kid jumping from couch to love seat. The parent sees the dangerous behavior and issues a Cassandra like foretelling of doom; yet, doesn't discipline the child. Kid ends up hurt, then parent says I told you. Would you say that the parent is a smart person who used good judgment, no you think he doesn't give a hoot for his kid. If he had he would have tried to do everything in his power to stop the kid from being stupid.
So, I don't know if my natural hate for this plot leads me to be unfairly harsh or not. But the truth is this book simply isn't good enough to be even rated decent. There is a lack in all the areas: the world isn't well researched; the pacing is stutter stop; the characters lack depth; the writing is mediocre; and the plot is plug and play. Just skip it, and shame on the author.
I gave it two stars, but my disgust is saying one star. We all have those triggers when it comes to plot that make us want to throw the book. Well mine is crazy stalker villain. Whenever I see the set up I roll my eyes and lose interest in continuing the story. I'm not sure if it's the fact that this set up was particularly atrocious or if my predisposition colors my view. Fact: No suspension of assumption of guilt, I.e. red herrings. Its tried but no effort is made to make it even look like a viable option. Fact: At no point, do any of the characters pursue legal action. There are several avenues that can be taken to deescalate a threat and none of those were even thought about. Fact: Foreshadowing only works when it is not caused by someone's inaction. I see this plot taking place like a kid jumping from couch to love seat. The parent sees the dangerous behavior and issues a Cassandra like foretelling of doom; yet, doesn't discipline the child. Kid ends up hurt, then parent says I told you. Would you say that the parent is a smart person who used good judgment, no you think he doesn't give a hoot for his kid. If he had he would have tried to do everything in his power to stop the kid from being stupid.
So, I don't know if my natural hate for this plot leads me to be unfairly harsh or not. But the truth is this book simply isn't good enough to be even rated decent. There is a lack in all the areas: the world isn't well researched; the pacing is stutter stop; the characters lack depth; the writing is mediocre; and the plot is plug and play. Just skip it, and shame on the author.
July 28, 2019
When Shane Falco sees Larissa again, he knows immediately that their steamy nights some years ago resulted in a beautiful daughter. He's not ready to settle down, but he is sure that he wants to be part of his kid's life, and perhaps rekindle the affair with Larissa, if only she wouldn't show him the cold shoulder.
What seems a very predictable, run-of-the mill love story about unknowing Dads and 2nd chances, turns out to be different enough to make this a really enjoyable book, with enough twists and turns on the well-known scenario to keep a reader interested and glued to the pages.
A reader will find very likeable characters, a very good narration style and a good plot with above mentioned twists and turns, realistic dialogues and enough funny and nail-bite-worthy situations - enough, I think, to make any reader not wanting to stop until they've reached the last sentence.
Very recommendable.
What seems a very predictable, run-of-the mill love story about unknowing Dads and 2nd chances, turns out to be different enough to make this a really enjoyable book, with enough twists and turns on the well-known scenario to keep a reader interested and glued to the pages.
A reader will find very likeable characters, a very good narration style and a good plot with above mentioned twists and turns, realistic dialogues and enough funny and nail-bite-worthy situations - enough, I think, to make any reader not wanting to stop until they've reached the last sentence.
Very recommendable.
November 11, 2020
I really enjoyed this book. The main characters were well written and not overdramatized, BUT I felt like the antagonist of the storyline was completely unnecessary and fed into a basic troupe. I also felt like there were a lot of conversations we missed. Where was the conversation about the h's past marriage? That's a conversation that should have been had. Along with conversations about their families and their pasts. They may have had them, but all the. quality time they spend together is just mentioned not expanded on. An example would be "H spent the next week over h's house." I know they are spending time together but as readers, we don't get to witness it.
August 25, 2022
Shane runs into Larissa at a convention 6 years after an amazing weekend together. Then he sees a little girl who looks just like him…Larissa never expected to see Shane, but when she found out she was pregnant, she wanted a child to love.
At first she’s wary of him, but he just wants to be part of his daughter’s life. As they spend time together, they both realize they have deeper feelings for each other.
Her brothers warn him, but accept their relationship, and they build their family together.
I like the brothers, and Larissa is a strong, capable woman, not cowed by anyone. Shane’s history is sad, but it makes him value what he has in his little family.
A very good read.
At first she’s wary of him, but he just wants to be part of his daughter’s life. As they spend time together, they both realize they have deeper feelings for each other.
Her brothers warn him, but accept their relationship, and they build their family together.
I like the brothers, and Larissa is a strong, capable woman, not cowed by anyone. Shane’s history is sad, but it makes him value what he has in his little family.
A very good read.
December 1, 2017
I've been binge-reading this series one after the other. I wasn't quite so sure of this one going into it since I wasn't a big fan of Shane after the earlier books. Honestly, he's still not one of my favourite characters, but I do like him better than I did at the start of the book.
In spite of that, it was a good story. I liked Larissa's brothers and I'm sure we'll be seeing them again. As usual, the characters are well-written and the story enjoyable. I'm not done with this series yet.
In spite of that, it was a good story. I liked Larissa's brothers and I'm sure we'll be seeing them again. As usual, the characters are well-written and the story enjoyable. I'm not done with this series yet.
February 16, 2019
I skimmed through this Kindle freebie in a couple of hours last night. It was more erotic than romantic but better written (plot structure, grammar, language syntax, punctuation, etc.) than I expected from the blurb. I routinely avoid any book with certain words in the title, subtitle, or blurb - millionaire, billionaire, cowboy, trilogy, steamy, sizzling, Navy Seal, Hollywood...... - all dead giveaways that the book is a shallow sex-heavy "romance."
March 22, 2019
Awesome
Shane and Larissa we're together in Vegas.
Six years later he runs into her again. Someone calls out "mommy" it is a little girl, who he knows has "your eyes".
This book is fast paced.
The characters are great.
I loved the characters in this book, especially Shanes family and Larissas family.
The sex scenes awesome.
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# 4. 2019 BNB Challenge
Shane and Larissa we're together in Vegas.
Six years later he runs into her again. Someone calls out "mommy" it is a little girl, who he knows has "your eyes".
This book is fast paced.
The characters are great.
I loved the characters in this book, especially Shanes family and Larissas family.
The sex scenes awesome.
# 23 2019 Book hoarders Challenge
# 4. 2019 BNB Challenge
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February 2, 2019
Good read
Finished this book in one day. Enjoyed the aspect of second chance at love. I thoroughly enjoyed the chemistry between Shane and Larissa. I enjoyed the supporting characters like the daughter Emma and Larissa’s older brothers. And let me just say that Talia the stalker was done well without overdoing it.
Finished this book in one day. Enjoyed the aspect of second chance at love. I thoroughly enjoyed the chemistry between Shane and Larissa. I enjoyed the supporting characters like the daughter Emma and Larissa’s older brothers. And let me just say that Talia the stalker was done well without overdoing it.
February 21, 2019
How things should be
This is about what Shane does when he finds out he's a father. What transpires is how things should be. I didn't understand these security people not getting a restraining order or calling the police. That was just page filler but the romance was slow going but good. Good read.
This is about what Shane does when he finds out he's a father. What transpires is how things should be. I didn't understand these security people not getting a restraining order or calling the police. That was just page filler but the romance was slow going but good. Good read.
March 7, 2019
I felt that the H got the girl too easily especially when he left without a word. I understand the feelings he has for his daughter and the need to build the relationship with her. However it seems unrealistic that the H decides rather quickly to settle down with the momma of his kid after years of playing the field.
May 17, 2019
Not my cup of tea
It was something that really held my interest. It wasn’t bad but I wasn’t excited to turn the pages to see what happened next. This is my first book by this author. I never judge an author by the first book so I will be reading another book by her. Until next time y’all happy reading.
It was something that really held my interest. It wasn’t bad but I wasn’t excited to turn the pages to see what happened next. This is my first book by this author. I never judge an author by the first book so I will be reading another book by her. Until next time y’all happy reading.
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