Sweet Filthy Boy by Christina Lauren

Arc received by author in exchange for an honest review It was love at first sight between  me and a Sweet Filthy Boy “Sweet Filthy Boy” is, in my opinion, Christina Lauren’s best read yet. A funny yet heartwarming story that at first, seemed to be a combination of “Crossroads” meets “The Hangover”.  Pleasantly surprise, this book lured me right in. And Ansel, the delicious hot Frenchman, stole the show as well as my heart. Three girlfriends, graduating college and on the road to new beginnings, start a trek to Las Vegas seeking fun and adventure. They walk away with more than they bargained for. Mia Holland has her future planned, despite the fact that it is one that makes her truly unhappy. But happiness is something that was out of her reach most of her life, especially when her dreams where shattered. In a strange town hoping to escape reality for just one night, the straight lace Mia gazes into electrifying brilliant green eyes across a nightclub. That one look changed the course of her life forever. From a night of debauchery, self-discovery, drunken confessions, blind trust and off the charts sexual encounters - love blossoms between a sexy, impulsive man and a broken girl. “Which was your favorite? Living room, or bed, or floor, or wall, or mirror, or bar, or floor?” “I think I need a cast for my penis."  Je t'aime Ansel "I want to love all of my life as much as I love this night.” Yes, I fell head over heels in love with Ansel Guillaume.  I could not help myself. His character was an enigma.   A tenderhearted lawyer (is that even real)? Impulsive yet responsible. Practical yet idealistic. Gentle and sweet yet a sexually dominating, dirty talking Alpha. Dead serious and ambitious, but hysterically funny Ansel embraces life in every way. I adored him. And Mia, falling under his spell, breaks from her norm to live in Ansel’s world, following him to Paris, trusting him and taking a chance without looking back, even if it is temporary.   ”What you feel, Cerise? I feel it, too. Fuck Mia. I feel everything for you.” Passion ignites quickly and the heat created between these two lovers is consuming. Pure lust – from public sexy to role-play. Oh yeah, from little French maid & devil costumes to professor punishing insolent student fantasies – these two bang everywhere and in everyway- sizzling H.O.T.   However, there is more.  See, Ansel is a romantic at heart and through all the lust and passion, love blooms. And it is a love that Ansel discovers he won’t live without. It is wonderful seeing how deeply he feels for Mia. And what depths he would go through to never let it go. In turn, I was overcome with joy to see Mia taking risks and placing her heart into Ansel’s tender hands. I have to say that I really, REALLY enjoyed their journey. But, it ended to soon for me. Perhaps a glimpse into their future and more of their happily ever after? I think it’s just I will miss Ansel and all his charms, it was that fantastic of a read for me. There is no cliffhanger, however be warned that you will not want to let these characters go. Ansel, you are the perfect sensual man. Causing me to swoon and gush all at the same time. Looking forward to the next installment in this series. Sweet Filthy Boy (Wild Seasons) TRIPLES with EMMA

Love In Rewind by Tali Alexander

4 stars ARC received from author in exchange for an honest review He’s a gorgeous, wealthy and powerful. She’s young, naive and romantically obsessed with a business mogul far out of her league. But when Emily laid eyes on Louis, it was love at first sight. An infatuation turned into life long love and dream come true. But lately, something is amiss in their 10 year marriage, and Emily fears the worse with the realization that her husband had slipped away. What terrible secret is Louise withholding that is tearing her heart apart?     Louis and Emily’s May-Decemeber romance is every girl’s fantasy. As the story begins, Emily is not in a good place. She and her husband floated apart, leaving Emily wondering what the hell went wrong. Through Emily’s memories, we see  their whirlwind beginnings. A flash back to how sweetly Louis wooed an innocent young girl. And linked to their journey are great songs from the 80’s - music helps bring their story to life. I adored Louis. Yeah, you pretty much think he’s an ass, but he is a lovable character.  His sincerity is endearing.  It took some getting used to his character. At first he came across as a horny dirty talking schoolboy instead of a mature man in his 30’s. But it was easy to fall in love with him.  Emily was likable, but of course she does something incredibly stupid that nearly ruins her marriage and ticked me off. In a plot twist, you realize things are not what Emily believes. Leaving me to relish Louis’ character all the more. Love in rewind is a fast paced, cute love story which brought back memories for me, through all the great songs from my childhood, floating as part of the story’s background.   Looking forward to the nest installment and what lies ahead for this enchanting couple.

To Professor, With Love by Linda Kage

4 Brilliant Stars
Arc received from author in exchange for and honest review

I Fell in love with “Price of a Kiss” and immediately became a fan of Linda Kage, her story telling gifts, and writing style.  It was one of my favorite reads of 2013.  I adored Mason and Reese as well as Sarah. Her character will always hold a special place in my heart. So when given the opportunity to read “To Professor, With Love”, I was ecstatic.  I could not wait to meet Noel and Aspen and witness their love story. Once again, Linda Kage did not disappoint. 

Noel, a ladies man and super sexy college athlete, comes from a less than desirable background.

 

Trying to better himself and the lives of his siblings, he works hard to support and raise them. His goal is to become a successful football player and part of a major team. His path to success is set except for one tiny obstacle standing in the way of a better future…and her name is Dr. Aspen Kavanagh.  Noel has a bit of a problem.  His grade point average in Dr. K’s class is lacking. In order to maintain his scholarship, he needs to raise his grade and this means our poor Noel has to work with the frumpy, unfriendly and dreadful professor he abhors.  But once seeing the true Aspen, Noel realizes he should never judge a book by its cover. For Aspen is much more than the stuffy, unappealing woman he perceived her to be. In actuality, he comes to learn she is his age and quite the hot little number once she sheds her professor persona.

Aspen is a damage soul. Her parents are selfish, cold-hearted bastards who have abandoned her in her time of need. In order to persevere after a horrific trauma as a teen, Aspen poured herself into her studies.  She is a brilliant over-achiever whose main focus was her education and obtained her doctorate at a very young age. To her benefit, Aspen was able to start her career teaching far enough away from her family, but they still managed to make her life uncomfortable given the opportunity.  Her salvation, Noel.  Sexual tensions running high, they are drawn to one another. There’s an attraction that can no longer be denied, no matter how hard they fight to resist. With both their careers on the line, the safest bet is to keep their distance.  But, their need is too strong and can no longer be denied. Noel and Aspen's relationship is one of beauty. Leading Aspen to blossom and come to life and Noel discovers the “player” is indeed a one-woman man.

  

Since Noel has entered Aspen’s life, she is no longer the lonely, disliked social outcast.  The forbidden connection with him has opened her to a world of happiness and joy unlike anything she has ever experienced.  And more importantly, he helps heal her broken heart and eases the pain that lies within Aspen’s soul. In return, Noel is blessed to learn the love of one woman is the most precious thing in the world.

“To Professor With Love” was an enjoyable read for me.  Noel was a perfect romantic hero, possessing both sweetness and steamy passion - A true tenderhearted gentleman. I loved watching their relationship bloom as well as revisiting my favorite characters from PoaK. I am really looking forward to the next installment in the Forbidden Series.