You just almost couldn't wait for the bad guy to get his!
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I love spy mysteries from the WWII era.  I was born during WWII and it must be in my bones.  This book made one think of how hard it was to live in Europe during the time of the NAZI rule.  Horrible and fascinating at the same time.  I thought the books was fast paced and exciting to read.  I read it on my kindle and stayed up a couple of nights to enjoy it.  I think this would appeal to others that like this gut wrenching type of novel.
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Great concept!  So well thought out that you can  almost see this coming true.
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When this book was first released, it was as a preview for around .99. I loved the preview. I have been waiting for years for this book to be published. When I saw it, I purchased it right away. Without giving too much away, this story is about Michael and his experience during the beginning of an epidemic. This is about a situation that starts when you are at work. What does he go through trying to get to his family? How do you take care of yourself and others and still be a good person through an impossible situation? This is also a story of a man who has been bitten and is turning into something else slowly. There is lots of action and violence in this story.

I enjoyed this story. The characters were believable in their actions and the way they handled the situation. I think it was well written. It is a bit of a ride so strap yourself in. *Spoiler Alert*

I only have one real negative thing to say about it. If not for the ending, I would have given this book 5 stars. The ending is just such an important part of the book to me. Maybe even the most important part. I hate endings that do not end the story. Give the book a beginning, some action, a climax, and then an ending! At least the next one is supposed to come out next month in October. Please Mr. Salzman! Finish the next story before you publish it!
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Boy, I have a love-hate relationship with cliff hangers! I was traumatized when I was coming to the end of This Man because I pathetically assumed that this whole Jesse-Ava saga could reach its finality at the end of only one book... WRONG!

BUT! It was sooo worth the wait!

Beneath this man picks up right where This Man left off, (obviously...), battling with Jesse's struggle with binge drinking (which he apparently does after life altering events).

Jodi Ellen Malpas is a master at aggressively sucking you into their drama. How she details and captures the emotion and dialogue as if it were a major motion picture is pure TALENT!

Not one time, was I left unsatisfied...I may have wanted the events to occur differently but after the fact, there wasn't a single thing I would've changed.

Their intense connection is UGH! Fuhgettaboutit! I wish I had something that explosive and intense! Holy "ka-jesus"!! It was totally PLW (<--------again, send me a message for a definition).

There is SEX and HEAT and INTENSITY and SUSPENSE!! Its all there! All of the emotions you want to experience in a romance novel are present! Your stomach will twist, your palms will sweat, your skin will prickle and your heart will have pangs of pain!

You'll want to shake and slap and scream at Ava, she's a trip sometimes. But then again, bad things just tend to happen to her as well. As much as she thinks that she's in control of her life, outside forces just keep infiltrating her pseudo shield and gives her a run for her panty hose...

I read many reviews and could feel the detest for Jesse and honestly...I don't understand how you could hate someone so much. Really he wasn't that bad! Yes, he was uber Alpha, majorly possessive, extremely unrelenting, but yet he was only that way with Ava...

He was attracted to a challenging, beautiful, independent woman and he wanted to own her! Not as chattel people, but to claim her and possess her because he absolutely loved, adored and worshiped her. Like, GAH! To have someone completely adore you? *Sniffle* *Shed a Tear* ...a girl could totally get used to that...(like me...)
Seriously - like, I need that...like right now...more like...yesterday...is there any way to order me up a jug of Jesse?!?

Alas, I digress...

There were so many exciting twists and turns, a bit of vindication and UGH, quite a bit of sorrow and sadness. I busted out the tissue my friends, and I RARELY ever cry when reading...
It's jam packed with suspense and such titillating scenes it will keep you on your toes...actually...you'll probably be melting - in a very good way ;)

I'm glad that both characters have had the chance to evolve, grow and change as again...I'm a proponent for transformation. Its apparent by the end and you won't be disappointed. You'll be reeling and craving more...this is an insatiable diet...go get your fill of Jesse and Ava LADY!

LOVED LOVED LOVED BENEATH THIS MAN!

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Very suspenseful !
It will have you on the edge of your seat !
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Okay now this is a good book. You must read it to get it. Had me rooting for a bad guy who's actually a good guy all in one. Can't wait to read part two. It's all kinds of WTF stuff going on in this book. I'm still in suspense.
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Grabs you and keeps you turning page after page until your left waiting for the next installment to become available to continue!
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Twists...turns...and just when you think you've got it...well...you don't.
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I received this book from Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review!
Need was one of Briannas books I found myself reading so, going in I had no expectations other than Need was going to be explosive and thrilling all at once. Was it good? Was it thrilling? Did Need fit the expectations I needed?

What I Personally Liked:
  I wanted Need to be this fast-paced thriller and it was, but it didn't start that way. I almost didn't want to finish it but I kept pushing on, I had hope that something would happen. And something did happen! Actually, a lot of events took place after you get through about 40% of the book.
  The whole idea of Need is so unique, it shows what desperate people will do to get what the desire most. Its thrilling at some points, action packed at other, its horrifying to see how far some characters go to get what they want. I found this to be quite awesome idea that was pretty believable, there were some things they did that made me wonder if a real person would really go that far to get that prize. I dunno maybe people would do such a thing for a gift such as that? Still it was sweeeeeet.
  I thought the enemys motivation was a bit lame (read point below) but I NEVER SAW IT COMING! And when the bad guy/girl/it came in the whole thing got pretty intense. PRETTY DANG INTENSE!

What I Did Not Enjoy:
  Really I enjoyed Need but it was SO hard to get through all 10 points of views. I kept getting confused on who was who and what happened when. Eventually it made more sense yet there were some points where I was frustrated, what happened to so and so five chapters ago? I don't know, it was too long ago :( Im okay with multiple points of views BUT I think 10  is a bit excessive. Still you get used to it, especially when it picks up pace!
  Well the bad guy/gal/it (not gonna spoil it!) had a pretty lame motivation but hey, you win some you lose some. Maybe I just didn't understand why she/he/it planned it. I couldve gone for a more devious enemy. Ah well.

Overall:
  Need wasn't quite what I expected but it was still pretty good. There was some definite thrill, heart pounding intense moments and it shows how far people would go to get what they want.
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Woah! What a book.

Things may not always be as they seem.

That is the lesson I learned from this story.

Getting to be in the head of the notorious El' Diablo was such a thrilling ride for me. It didn't take away my breath as much as the Good Ol' Boys did, but the feelings were deep, sorrowful, hopeful, and kept me wanting to read 'one more page'.

I can not wait to see what is in store for the next set of characters in M.'s head, so far she has not let me down!
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I went to my mailbox and found this item waiting for me as I was leaving my building to go wander the streets of Seattle moments after we had won the Superbowl. I took it out of the box, familiarized myself with the buttons, and headed out. As luck would have it, I was assaulted about 60 seconds after leaving my condo! A much larger, much younger guy slammed me up against a wall, and had me wrapped up. I got my hand into my coat pocket and jammed the flashlight into his nether regions and pushed the button. He was on his back instantly, giving me time to draw my concealed weapon and hold him down.
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When I found this treasure chest full of gold here on Amazon, I was delirious with happiness! I felt that at last, my ship had come in. I would finally be able to pay off my mortgage and buy a Ferrari. I kept my find a secret from my coworkers, family and friends because I knew what sort of commotion, a treasure chest filled with gold, would cause. I placed my order and decided that I shouldn't wait to set out on my shopping spree but instead, I should be proactive and get a jump on securing some of my major purchases. Besides, what harm could it do? I had a tracking number and could easily determine the date in which my pirates-booty would arrive. So, off I went! My first stop was, Captain Carl's Yacht Sales. The Captain was a stocky fellow with a twinkle in his eyes. I informed him of my windfall, he intently listened. Off we went to peruse several yachts. I settled on a 75 footer with handcrafted cherry and tiger-wood details. The helipad was optional but I said, "Why not? I will be needing a helicopter soon enough!" I ordered several changes to personalize my, soon to be, water-wonderland. Things were looking very good and I chomped at the bit and tingled with excitement, waiting for the UPS delivery person to haul my pirate treasure up to my door. With just 2 days until my treasures arrival, I set out to buy my new RV. Off to Kampland I went! I had no idea, of the diversity available within the world of recreational vehicles! Imagine if you will, my wonderment as I chose a 50 foot, diesel with 3 slide-outs, 4, 36" Sony Bravia, flat screen TV's, a bathroom with a sunken tub and an all granite and stainless steel kitchen. I pictured myself cruising Route 66 while snacking on caviar and sipping flutes of Dom Perrignon. On the way home from Kampland, I decided to stop at the Mercedes dealership where I purchased 2 European Touring Cars with all leather interior, one for my West Coast home, the other for my mountain get-away which I planned to buy in Aspen. I quit my job and waited for my pirate's treasure to arrive. Finally my package was delivered and as I nervously reached out to take it from the delivery person, I took out a 20 dollar bill and stuffed it into the shirt pocket of my financial savior, a guy named Vinnie. I tucked the package under my arm and locked the front door behind me. Sitting it down on my kitchen counter, I shook with anticipation as I opened up my fortune in gold coins. I was in awe as I saw the little, cardboard chest filled with gold. I had expected that these would be heavier since, after all, they ARE gold. I looked closely. I eyed my fortune with suspicion. WHAT!!! I began tearing the gold foil off of my treasure, piece by piece. I ended up with a few, sad, pieces of mediocre chocolate. These are not GOLD! These are pieces of chocolate! Hardly what I had envisioned.
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It may seem like a simple  short story about yet another young couple a bit down on their luck but things turn juicy very quickly! I loved the descriptions of the characters, they made the tale more real and the way the younger-bunch of future felons, like most  kids, rallied to become involved and added so much to the plot! The resourceful assumed "solution to the problem" was very cool. And then...more. You will want to be sleeping with that one foot on the floor after reading this...or...maybe not? I literally slept with yoga pants on for a week after, husband thought I was "in a mood" but I just couldn't bring myself to tell him that a little story had creeped me out SO much, I needed armor. Mike continues to grow as an author and it's fun to see how he's using his choice of words to paint very visceral little moving- pictures that stay in your mind long after you've finished reading! This one's really good!
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Once again, Eric Jerome Dickey has pulled me into a world I was not prepared nor was some of the characters he brings to life in this tale of life amongst thieves were prepared for.  We learn that even in their world, trust is the most important factor and once that is broken, the price you pay is a costly one.  This story follows a young man name Dante for 72 hours and we watch as his world goes through so many changes from trust to betrayal, but he still tried to save everyone that he cares about before saving himself.  Somehow I felt like I was right there along side Dante, trying to understand why people do the things they do just to get ahead in the world, but going about it in the most dangerous way.  Although I would have loved to have more action, more drama, more suspense, it is still a great read and I enjoyed it very much!
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Wow!  It was a real page turner for me, so many times I couldn't put it down, but, I was both anxious to see what would happen next, yet dreading it at the same time!
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This was one of those books that you didn't want to put down, because you wanted to find out what was going to happen next !
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Strong Characters and plot makes for an exciting adventure,leaving you wanting and waiting for more!