Bluntly, James is my fav!
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I'm a senior citizen now and have loved this guys voice since I was not a senior citizen.  Great for listening to in the car!
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this book is awesome just like the other three james's books. great formed characters that you just fall in love with, lots of laughs, and sweet lovin` cant wait for kyle's book.
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Throughout the book, Reid calls Everleigh his "firecracker" and it's honestly the best way to describe her. In true Emma Hart form, this heroine has a sharp tongue and a quick mouth. (Oh, the sass game is strong.) She's been betrayed by her boyfriend and best friend, but instead of wallowing, she's the kind of girl who refuses to go down like some sinking ship. There were times when I questioned her choices, didn't quite jump on board 100% with her attitude. But Ever is young and spunky, and I loved her more often than not!  And Reid? *dreamy sigh* He's an alpha, dirty-talking football player! The bonus?!? We get to see his utterly sweet and vulnerable side when he turns on Single Dad mode! I think I even love Reid's chapters the best. GAH.

Ever and Reid were once the best of friends...and completely in love with each other. They just never came forward with the truth. An age gap--and Ever's decision to run off to New York--kept them apart for years. With Ever returning to Los Angeles, those old feelings resurface. I loved watching them work through their second chance. (It only took me 14% into the book to start leaving caps-locked notes in my Kindle!) With every teasing quip, the flirty banter, and the raw yearning from each of their point of views, I felt the bond build itself up again, get even stronger. From best friends to lovers...to maybe something more? ;) They're two people who push each others buttons like crazy, but also care so deeply for each other! And of course...they have undeniably hot, combustible chemistry!

One of the standouts for me was also Reid's son, Leo. He was cute and hilarious, and I absolutely adored any scene that he was in. (I'm pretty sure I highlighted any and every mention of him...) He brought out a softer and more tender side of both Reid and Ever. He helped put a lot of their feelings and doubts about a relationship into perspective.

Another standout was the element of suspense! Ever and Reid's unpredictable exes. For me, it was a good thing and a not-so-good thing. When Leo's birth mom, Claire, becomes a danger to them all, I felt like that unraveled predictably. But it was the subplot that I preferred...over a stalker fiasco with Ever. That provided angst, with great buildup, but the ultimate reveal didn't pack as big of a punch as I thought it would. Certain parts felt disjointed, so different from everything else going on. However, Emma Hart knows how to throw twists at her readers that turn everyone's worlds upside down!

What counts most, though, is how Ever and Reid move on and find a way to make a life together. They realize how important they are to each other. Reid is spouting intense love sonnets. Ever speaks her mind in spectacular Everleigh White fashion. And there's a super sweet epilogue! It not only gives a happily ever after to Ever and Reid, it wraps up the whole series nicely!

I so enjoyed Emma Hart's writing once again! An alpha male and a headstrong heroine, a romance that has a great balance between sweet and sizzling hot, and a wild story? It's a formula that I won't be getting tired of anytime soon! As usual, I'm looking forward to whatever novel this author will bang out next!
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I adored the first two books in this series.  James had built himself up to being Bianca's DOM and somewhere along the way they fell in love.  I do like how James became a very loving man, yet retained his domineering persona.
Bianca for her part opened her heart up; accepting that she could love and be loved.  I like how she finally realized that she could be a loving person.  She also stood up for herself and learned her strengths.  What James could do for her became the air she would breathe.  Was she a true submissive?  Probably.
I felt how James treated her after she'd left to meet her brother - without security and phone - was pretty harsh.  James truly put on the DOM act after he got Bianca back home.  I thought it a bit harsh and he had to know that he was putting her in a dark room with her fears.  That part didn't make me feel so great about James.  It seemed like he took his extreme anger out on her.  I think a punching-bag might have been a better way for him to get rid of the worst of his anger BEFORE he punished Bianca.
This is just how I felt about it though.....and I'm just one reader.  I'll bet there are many thoughts on how James punished Bianca.

The romance between Stephan and Javier really turned out nicely.  The love scene between them was wonderfully written.  I also enjoyed their drama!

The horrible scene towards the end of this book has to have been one of the most dramatic I've ever read.  How James acted really showed how much he loved Bianca.  This reader was both horrified and fascinated with what happened.  I was worried......

The one year and then five more year epilogues: perfection.  We're left knowing that James and Bianca got their HEA and that Bianca truly blossomed as a loving human being.

Excellent series.  Thank you dear authoress.
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don't know about you, but I simply heart Elizabeth Scott's novels. I heart them so much in fact that whenever I hear that a new one is coming out, I get all squeal happy and even more so when a copy arrives in my mailbox. From that information, you can just image how happy I was when The Unwritten Rule somehow ended up in my possession ( early even!) a couple of months ago. Plus, since I couldn't wait any longer I tore into that exact day, hoping that it would be just as fab as Elizabeth's previous novels. Lucky for me, it certainly was, as I began to see as I laughed at the funny parts, got sad at the sad parts, and was so crushed when I finally ended up on the last word all in the same day.

Sarah was a character that was easy for me to relate to, because of the fact that just like any other Elizabeth Scott novel she was an ordinary girl just trying to find her place in this crazy world, all while trying to keep her loved one's happy. Though, the one unordinary thing about her was the tiny, well big, fact that she was in love with her best friends boyfriend and that that boyfriend may just like her too. I really adored this story line, even though I'm all against any from of cheating, simply because it caused for a lot of drama ( Will they or won't they? Does he like her too? ) and because throughout the story she always did her best not to hurt her friend by handling the whole situation in a very mature way. Which left her to earn her major points in my opinion. Plus, it was fun to read about her shoe obsession! Further more, I loved Ryan, the boyfriend, too! Since, he was such a sweat and adorable guy. Though, the one character I wasn't too found of was the best friend, surprisingly. To understand my point of view on this let me tell you about Brianna: She is basically that kind of girl who because of her family problems is just a huge witch with a b, quite bluntly, without even realizing it. I really tried to understand her reasons, because seriously haven't most of us been there with our family or at least had a close friend who went through something like Brianna did? But most of the time she treated Sarah like crap and did some pretty stupid things, which really made her a character that I could have done without, even though she is essential to the story. On the flip side, I was happy when Sarah finally stood up to her. I was all like, "Go Sarah!"

The plot and writing were also both key essentials to how great this book was, because of the suspense as mentioned above and the ability Elizabeth has to make this story go in fun and fast paced way that I adored! Sadly, though, there were some parts of this story that were a bit too choppy for my liking, but it didn't take too much away from the story overall.

In all, while The Unwritten Rule is not Elizabeth's best book yet, it still is just a fabulous and darling as the superb cover it has. So, do your best to pick up!

Grade: B+
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I really enjoyed When It's Right, the first book in this series.  But this one, wow.  This was even better.  I absolutely LOVED the character of Jamie.  Love his work persona (sassy and flirty) and love his real personality, too.  Sweet and thoughtful.  Plus he has accepted his fate with grace and just learned to live with things as they are.  Reed is nerdy and kind and geeeee, I wanted him to have his HEA.

This is a quick read, so not much more to say other than give you spoilers, so I'll refrain.  But what I am looking forward to is the next one in the series.  Will Seb get someone of his own? Will Jack (the total nice guy from the dance floor) reappear?  What about the guy from the bookstore?  And what about Ross, is he going to get his come uppance?  Can't wait to find out!
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This is my favorite James Blunt CD.  The standout single, in my opinion, is also the first single released off the album: "Bonfire Heart", a bouncy, feel-good song that I can listen to over and over again.  Other really great cuts include: "Face the Sun", "Satellites", and "Postcards".  "Miss America", written about Whitney Houston, is included as a studio cut as well as a live version.  The live version is raw with an emotion not heard very often on pop albums,  All-in-all, this CD is well worth a listen, and would be the album I would want to introduce James Blunt to my friends with.  Christmas idea!
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I was hooked reading this from page one. i couldn't help but laugh along the way and its filthly and comedic stories. I'd deff want James Holeva as a wingman for me when i go out. Thanks James for writing such an awesome book!
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James, the oldest brother's story. He visits the wine farm in Italy his father left him. Obviously planning to sell it. Workaholic, no fun James, meets bubbly, sunshine Kyra. And then the fun starts!
This was a delightful story. Transported me back to Italy and our self drive holiday. The terror of driving the Amalfi coast, the busses, scooters, crazy drivers! And the aweinspiring beauty of the place. Would've loved them to have visited Capri, Ravello or Amalfi!
It's also a beautiful romance. Who knew James had such a soft side? Swoon!
More than a little sad that there's only one brother left now...will have to read Finn very slowly!
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Such a wonderful and beautiful song. This whole album is great. Love James Blunts voice! Great price and deal Thanks Amazon!
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I was hooked after the first three and now with the series on Kat and Josh, I am hoping you have so much more for us.  Thank you Lauren for the music tips, Love love love James Bay!  Your writing is reflective of today's world and the way you put situations together is amazing.  I would love to say so much more but don't want to spoil this for others wanting to read this but I will say this, this story made me cry and my heart break for the characters and at the same time it made me cry from laughing so hard especially in the part where the guys are waiting with Josh for the main "event!!"  That was the most real convo and I can totes believe guys do that.  Please say there will somehow be more of the same from you in the very near future.  From a fellow SD girl!!
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4.5
After having read Four Letter Word, I was really excited for Jamie and Toris story.

And I wasn't disappointed. The dynamic of their relationship, especially how vulnerable they both felt towards each other was something I liked best. I for sure thought Brian was my favorite but these two guys are tied. The bickering and back and forth the characters had is something thats always fun to read and the moments where they let their guard down and did something that showed they meant more were the moments I also liked best.

Overall, both of these books have been really good and super enjoyable! I am really hoping that we get a book on Cole ;)

J. Daniels did it again and delivered an amazing book!
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*arc received in exchange for an honest and unbiased review for SO MUCH MORE by J Daniels *

Oh god how I missed our Bama crew. so so much. I missed their dirtiness almost as much as their tenderness , their alpha asses, and their protectiveness over their ladies...even starting at a young age, they're always so damn sweet on top of everything. and I have a feeling our Dolan is going to be the sweetest of them all.

I know you're probably wondering who we get to see, and we see them all. You're also probably wondering who's story was my favorite. Ben is always the most tender. Reed is dirtiest. Tully was the most feels .. and Luke ... well him and Tessa had me laughing out loud. so while I can never pick favorite, they are each my favorite for different reasons. each alpha has a different aspect I love so much. and even if this was short on words and length, J Daniels is sure to deliver our Bama men the way we love them the most
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I have always enjoyed watching James and reading about his life was so much fun!  I didn't stop laughing.
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The last thing James can remember is falling from a boat and trying to swim to shore. But when he opened his eyes, one morning, he finds himself in a bed he doesn't know, with two sons he can't remember. To his horror, James discovers that he has lost six years of his life. He has lost his fianc, his identity, and has been betrayed by those closest to him. He had suffered from what the Doctors called Dissociative Fugue. There is nothing left for James to do, but to try and piece back together his broken life. In doing so, maybe he will discover who he truly is.

Having just read Everything We Keep, I couldn't wait to get my hands on the next book in the series. Lucky for me, I received an ARC of Kerry Lonsdale's latest release, so I didn't have to wait at all!

I was so looking forward to reading the story from James perspective, and I am glad to say this book did not disappoint. I thought Ms Lonsdale was very compassionate in her portray of James, and she nailed the emotional trauma that he goes through. This is, without a doubt, a heartbreakingly beautiful story.

I really took to James in Book 1, but by the end of book 2, I adore him. His determination to keep his family together  despite not remembering them  brought tears to my eyes. His confusion, his sense of betrayal, and his grief was very real in the telling. However, this is not a melancholy read. There are moments of humour, passion and love, as well as discovery. There are enough plot twists to keep you guessing and a cast of characters that are sublime in the telling.

I cannot praise this series enough. This book is certainly in my top ten  if not my top five  books I have read and reviewed this year.

I Highly Recommend.
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James....... James....... James Steele you have stolen my heart! Lord out of all the brothers and hot a$$ guys I have always since Chase loved James. I love a tall dark and brooding man. I loved the mystery behind him and I was rooting for James all the way. When Sasha saw him after their bad break up I was hoping and wishing they got back together because it was evident that the two belonged together. But James secrets kept them apart.

After successfully ignoring him and not seeing him a while he and Sasha are thrown together at Nikki and Kade's wedding. Once again the passion between is palpable between them and they hook up for one last time.

When we start James's story we start off with Sasha being gone from Perth because she left after her last fling with James. She needs a vacation and when she goes to Scotland to be with her cousin Trey when she finds out she is pregnant with James baby.

It is almost two years later that Sasha decides she wants to go home because she misses her family and she misses James. When she arrives in Perth Layla and Chase go to the airport to pick her and her son Jye up. When Layla sees Jye she knows he is James son and Chase wants to know what has happened and why she has kept Jye a secret and when Sasha explains that she tried to talk to James but he never called her back Chase is both pissed and Happy because he knows that James is going to be excited about his son.

When James comes to see Sasha after not seeing her for two years and sees Jye he goes through a lot of emotions but the one emotion Sasha never thought he would have is love. He loves his son and he is determined to be a part of his sons life and he wants Sasha back. He wants to be a family and he is determined to be a family and make it work with Sasha. James knows he has to come clean with what he does as a job but he is afraid Sasha may not understand but he knows he better do it soon because losing Sasha and his son is not an option for him.

Plus James has secrets and these secrets can either make or break Sasha and his relationship. Will James come clean with all his secrets in time or will Sasha leave again and take their son?

Chantal thank you so much for writing James story because I have loved him since Chase and I LOVED LOVED his story! Team James and Sasha!
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I love Amelia James' work. Her Twisted Pleasure, the first book in this series made me fall in love with Alex. And I couldn't wait to get my hands on him again with this book! James didn't disappoint with this second installment! I loved getting more of Alex and even liked Will more in this book. This book follows Talia as she tries to find what and who she wants. This one is HOT with a capital H! It should come with a warning label. While reading this book you MUST have access to: Your partner, BOB, or cold showers and plenty of dry underwear! You'll thank me later!

*********There will be SPOILERS below***********************

Ok, I gotta rant about Talia, the heroine. I really liked her in the first book, I even rooted for her and loved it when she got revenge on the guys. But in this book, I wanted to reach in and pimp slap her, which is fitting since she acts like a ho throughout the entire book.

First, she's with Scott, her current boyfriend. Her work throws her into working in Denver for an attorney's office. Alex's office to be exact. One look at him and she's spreading her legs. She didn't sleep with Alex, but they did everything short of sex. So, she runs to Will who she does have sex with. She feels guilty and goes straight to her boyfriend's house to confess (while wearing Will's shirt) and ends up sleeping with him the SAME night! *cough* tramp *cough* Then she runs back to Alex. The whole book she's running between Alex and Will!

She has all these men lining up to please her and believe me, she lets them. She wants both Alex and Will, and I'm cool with that. After all, they had an awesome threesome in the last book. And if I could have that, I'd be jumping on it too. But, that isn't what is happening. She's using them and playing them against each other and I don't like it.

Ok, enough of my belly aching about Talia. I really love the characters and when Talia starts jerking my boys around the claws come out. :)I can't wait for the next book so I can find out what the boys plan to do about Talia. Will she choose Alex, Will or can they come to another agreement? Can she be faithful to just one? I can't wait to find out!

I received this book from the author in exchange for my honest opinion.