Max or Adam...Playboy or Momma's boy...
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Loved the first book. Couldn't wait for book two and I was not disappointed in the least.
Romantic comedy with a lot of hot sex. I personally would choose Max from day one, but Adam has some quality's that make me weak as well.....who to pick? Who'd you pick? Where you right in whom Lily would pick?
I couldn't put it down stayed up all night long to finish it! A purchase you won't regret and an author I'll be on the look out for more books!
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Title: Big Easy Temptation
Series: The Perfect Gentlemen
Author: Shayla Black & Lexi Blake
Release Date: May 3, 2016

4 out of 5

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This is the third book in the Perfect Gentlemen series. This one is a little different than the first two in that part of the book is us living the characters pass, and then the other half is the present moment where the Perfect Gentlemen are still following the clues to what happened to their friend Maddox Crawford. So, If you haven't read Scandal Never Sleeps and Seduction Session please stop here and read that one first.

This time around we have Daxton Spencer, US Navy Captain aka Captain Awesome, looking to clear his fathers name and prove that his father didn't take his own life like they were all lead to believe. I wasn't sure how this one was going to go, and there were some definite surprise for readers. I have discovered through this series and other by the two lovely authors - Shayla Black & Lexi Blake - that the characters surrounding the main couple are so lovable and quirky. No matter ow dark the book gets there are always moment that give you hope for the couple and where the series is heading.

I cant wait for the next one to come out which is Smoke & Sin. Shayla Black & Lexi Blake make for a fabulous writing team.

If you are a fan of any of the following you gotta jump on board this plane: Shayla Black, Lexi Blake, Wicked Lovers Series, Masters & Mercenaries Series, Doms of Her Life, steamy romance, and just a fan of great romance you gotta read this series. .
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If you want to enjoy a quickie this is a great one. Easton is a reformed bad boy who is now a pastor. He is asked to counsel Lacey, a high school senior who has had a rough year.

They form an unlikely friendship given their age difference. It is insta attraction on both sides but Easton tries to resist. They give in to the attraction and it is explosive. They risk being caught and Easton going back to prison but that is a chance they will take.

Makes one wonder if any of their pastors have been getting down and dirty in a pew at church.

Sheriff might be a biter but he is a hypocrite too!!!
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Want the quick version of my review?  That's easy..."read it--you'll love it".  Monica Murphy has a writing style that quickly absorbs your attention, then doesn't let it go.  Hell, my mind is still wandering back to the story.  The theme is a favorite of mine-a playboy finally finding "the one"-and it's written as dual POV from both Shep and Jade so we get so much more from the story.

The characters were wonderful-both Shep and Jade are strong-willed, which makes for a lot of head-butting and some great banter.  The push and pull between them, and the fireworks once they finally get together make for a truly engrossing read.  Their supporting cast of characters fill their roles in typical fashion, most notably with Shep's best friend Gabe and cousin Tristan playing the constant playboy bachelors...and of course ragging on Shep for not doing the once-and-done with Jade (can't wait for their books to see them finally fall!).

The sexual tension between Shep and Jade builds tremendously, so when it finally snaps you're in for some vivid, hot scenes.  There's also plenty of snarky commentary from Jade toward Shep until he breaks through her mistrust of his playboy ways.  Shep is my favorite character of this story; I always love watching the playboy come to the realization that he's found "the one", and he plays his part perfectly.

4.5 stars for Fair Game, recommended to those 18+ for language and adult content.  The only reason I didn't rate 5 stars was the talk about casual drug use...I'm not a fan of this and the offhand way it's mentioned (like it's expected of college students) just bugs me.  Otherwise?  A great read and a good start to a new series.
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I feel in love with Max and Hailey!

Hailey is trying to find her footing when it comes to men.  Having been hurt in the past when the first boy she slept with in college was cruel because of her size (actually, she is curvy as per Max) she has tried to date men but is always guarded which stops a relationship before it even gets started. s a matchmaker its hard to set people up when you are trying to protect your heart; so she bought an engagement ring and when people noticed she just says she is engaged.  No harm no fowl - that is until a friend runs into her when she is with Max - the sexy realtor who Hailey has been working with for the last 3 months to find new office space.  Now she needs to explain to Max why her "fake" fiance is him.

Max has been attracted to Hailey from the start but respects her status and hasn't gone any further than a hug or handshake.  The problem is the more time he spends with the sexy, curvy Hailey he knows he wants to get to know her better - and now that he knows the truth of her "engagement" they may be able to help each other and he finally gets to touch her something he knows once he starts he will not be able to stop.

First Max - what a great book boyfriend, he is polite, sweet and loves his mom but when pushed he will drop the gloves.  In the bedroom, he is a definite dirty talker and a true alpha.  Hailey is sweet and loving and they way she learns to trust Max really felt organic to me and not rushed.  The authors took their time to develop Max and Hailey's relationship which I think is a smart move when your heroine is untrusting and is trying to understand who she is past her appearance.  I loved Max's friends (will need to go back and read the first book) and his family was fun.  I would have liked some interaction with Hailey and her aunt and uncle but that's a small point for me and it certainly doesn't take away from the stars of the book Max and Hailey.

All in all love this story!
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Those Sexy Wright brothers have met their match with Karter and Melodee. Big Momma would be proud. Karter parents returning is going to be an issue. The love Dez has for Karter is organic. Jaz got what she deserved. Hope Dez and Karter make it out his situation still in tact.... Dame and Mel are crazy as heck u cant help but love them. On to part 2!!
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Recommended for:  18+ due to sexual content
Grammar/editing:  A  near perfect

Book three in series.  Can stand alone, but I do recommend reading all of them and in order.

I had this listed on my schedule as a blog tour, but I had no e-mails from the hosting site.  I loved the first two in this series, so I decided to purchase and review without the tour.  I am so glad I gifted this to myself.

For the sake of his unborn child, Cash gives up his BOOM (for definition, see previous reviews for UNTIL NOVEMBER[...]  and UNTIL TREVOR [...]).  Years later, while out with that child, Jax, Cash again sees Lilyand a little girl who looks like Jaxs twin!  Lucky for him, Lily isn't just strong, but also compassionate.  She gives him the chance to speak of their past.  He will do anything to bring his family together.  Can they work it out?  Will those around them enable or block them?

Honestly, the love in this story can be summed up in two lines:

Why cant I hate you? Her words are quiet, and I can hardly make them out.

I whisper into her ear before kissing her under it, Because I am your one, too.

Cash is another hot, alpha, sexy Mayson brother.  The laughter, the swoons, and the suspense in this story of love and jealousies are all perfectly balanced.  I especially loved the trip to Alaska; I felt as though I had taken a mini-vacation to the great white north.  Im with Cash though; there is no way I would be visiting in the winter!  The childrens voices in this story are adorably written.  Then there is the love and the sex.  Hawt, hawt, hawt, with a touch of humor  perfect!

I am truly looking forward to UNTIL NICO.  The last of the four brothers has met his lady, Sophie.  There is a teaser chapter at the end of UNTIL LILY that has me begging for this next book!
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This book was most definitely five stars for me because I have loved Adam since the very first book of the series. Adam is so passionate and such a dominant that he protects all the women in his life. All the women he cares about. And he doesn't take no for an answer.
I had to write the author and tell her that I'm so excited for the very next book. At the very end of Adam, enough said, I hope that the two people that are discussed at the party are the next book I think that would be absolutely wonderful.

Summertimes over so I won't call this a beach read. I would say this book is definitely one that you could curl up with a nice blanket some hot chocolate, apple cider, or smooth Scotch and enjoy the read.
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I loved reading Warner's story the most! I understand Adam loves his brother, but I lost feeling sorry for him when I read his thoughts about Juliette.
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Oh my!! Abel is the man of my dreams right behind my husband;) I loved Abel and Cara's story. The fact that she tried to pretend he was some annoying jerk she wasn't interested in and him not giving up for months and months was fun. His persistence paid of for sure! These 2 had so much hot sex. I wouldn't expect any less coming from a naughty nurse and a sexy, muscled, tattooed fireman. My only complaint is I want more Cara and Abel!!!!!! :-)
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My thoughts...

I loved this one. The synopsis grabbed my attention and I couldn't wait to start reading.

Avery and Bennett are alike in some ways and different in others. Both have had shitty home life's. Their mothers weren't very good role models, but what makes them different is how they handle themselves. Where Avery has to be in control of all aspects of her life including sexual partners, Bennett doesn't have sex. Period. He's a virgin and is holding out for love. I'm thinking this is the first story I've read where the hero is a virgin. This aspect drew me in and I wanted to find out why he was in fact still a virgin.

Avery takes a guy home for the night of sex and then quickly boots them out the door after. She doesn't form attachments. Her mother taught her that. Her mom goes through guys like she drinks water. Always looking for another guy to hang on too. Not Avery though. She's not the relationship / commitment type.

The mutual attraction between these two is strong when they first meet each other. Avery wants Bennett, but Bennett isn't going to just hop into bed with her. As the story progresses the tension between these two get stronger and stronger. I wanted them to come together, but I wanted it to happen because they both wanted more than just a sexual fling. I think in a lot of ways these two were good for each other.

The author adds a little bit of suspense to this story. I'm surprised I didn't figure it out before all was revealed. I usually pretty good at figuring things out, but I was so focused on Bennett and Avery that it sort of took a back seat.

Even though Avery and Bennett don't have sex things do get heated between them. I'm not saying that they eventually don't have sex, but the foreplay is pretty steamy. :)

Overall, I loved this one. There is going to be a book two, but don't worry this one doesn't end on a cliffhanger. You'll get to read Ella's story next. I'm hoping Rachel will get her own story as well.
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Cassie has been waiting a long time to get an exclusive interview with the mysterious Max Anderson. Although not on purpose, she falls into his life and gets her interview, along with a lot more.

This book- good. It definitely follows the typical formula of this series, except that the patriarchs didn't meddle to get this relationship started. It started with a bang all on it's own. As usual, the man is seemingly arrogant and strong willed. Very attractive but deep down a sensitive do- gooder. Controlling--they all seem to be so controlling. And the woman, in this case Cassie, has lost her sense of family and is just ripe to be swept off of her feet by this enormous and loving family. And, as always, they are so fertile!!

Why do I keep reading this series---I admit it, I am addicted. I know there is sap, I can guess the storyline but I still want more!

So more I shall get... A kindle unlimited series--thank goodness!
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Wow! I did stay up all night to finish this one and my husband was "pleasantly surprised" when I woke him up for a little "cowboy play" immediately after. Needless to say I have his blessings to purchase the rest of the series..........

Skylar Ellison is a tough, in charge business woman. Who just happens to get "charmed off her feet" by a local cowboy, Kade McCay.  He is part of a large ranching family made up of wild cowboys. The West/McKay clan have many good-looking boys in the family with rowdy cowboy reputations. Kade's naughty identical twin Kane (being one of the aforementioned )is the reason for Skylar's name calling attitude when she and Kade first meet. Kade seems to get this treatment from a lot of his brothers' conquests.  That and he's always being lumped in with the rest of his kinfolk's good looking, "interchangeable" trouble-making boys.

Wanting to make amends for Kane's behavior(and wanting to get to know this pretty little lady better) he naturally "assumes" his twin-brothers' identity, temporarily and not expecting it to go too much further.  On their 12th date, SHE initiates a little unprotected sex in his pickup.  Kade's guilt and growing affection for Skylar leads to a confession regarding his true identity. This really ticks Skylar off.  She declares she never wants to see or hear from Kade again! Broken hearted and wanting to do some soul searching, he leaves for a year to ranch in the waaaayyyy, yonder-middle of nowhere-part of the family property.

When Kade returns to find he has a daughter, he immediately charms his way back into Skylar's -and Eliza Belle's -lives, by moving in and assuming Daddy duties. He rekindles the spark between Skylar and him with the intentions of making it permanent. Skylar is a tough cookie and is a bit too stubborn for her own good. When Kade hits a snag-in his wooing plan he remembers Skylar's sister's advice, and "no pain no gain" hits home for him. The sexy, erotic loveplay that keeps these two lovers hot and horny for each other, (The reader too. "sigh") has alot of exciting & romantic -couple bonding- undertones.

Not only is Kade one HOT Cowboy as the story progresses. You begin to feel he's a real honest-to-goodness "knight in shining armor" that you wouldn't mind finding for yourself or your daughter. You really root for this cowboy to win her affections.

I enjoyed this for the witty Straight-shooting-Wyoming dialogue as well as the obviously "steamy" bedroom and beyond action.

PS I have since instituted the "Nekked Rule" in my house. (When the kids are in school of course!)
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Shea is the type of man I would want in my life - provided I was the one he was in love with. Physically, he is the exact type of man that I would be attracted to. Tall, dark and extremely f@@kable were her words and I could not agree more. Shea's been biding his time since the love of his life (Ryan-a girl) moved away when he saw 8. Mind you, she was an adult and left Alaska for New York to pursue an acting career. So, there's a 13 year age difference, so what you say. Well...she also used to babysit him and is having one heck of a difficult time getting past that hurdle in her head. I don't blame her. I think I would have a difficult time if little Robbie was interested in me today, but I digress. The chemistry between the two is obvious and practically jumps off of the page. It doesn't hurt that they are both extremely attractive. I enjoyed the charcacters and wish they lived in my neighborhood. Shea and Ryan really do belong together and go through several unlikely obstacles to get to their HEA, but it does happen. If you're on the fence, do yourself a favor and pick it up. You'll be pleasantly surprised.
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THE PLAYBOY'S BABY by JM Stewart

THE PLAYBOY'S BABY is the July 31, 2012 release by author JM Stewart. A poignant tale that could very well be a reflection of many of today's family dynamics, The Playboy's Baby is a contemporary romance storyline that takes a look at one woman's struggle to keep her family together after two tragic deaths in a matter of a few years.

30 year old Emma Stanton is a single mother and not by choice.  Raising her sister Janey's daughter Annie since the motorcycle accident that took Janey's life one month earlier, Emma dreaded returning to her home town of Hastings Montana.  Finding a letter written to Annie's father, Emma knew that to return home and confront bad-boy Dillon James would force old memories to the surface.  But Annie needed her father and Dillon was the man. And the animosity between Dillon and Emma would only add further hurt to a woman already in pain.

Dillon James lived the life of a care-free playboy.  Descended from power and money, Dillon is a single 26year old night club owner surrounded by beautiful women and money skimming employees.  But the sight of his childhood friend's sister Emma, as she entered the bar, stirred up old desires he had long thought buried and gone.  Dillon had always had a crush on Janey's older sister Emma, but Emma had move away shortly after her mother died and it had been 8 years since he last saw the object of his dreams.  But the message she brings to Dillon is both blessed and sad, when she reveals that he has a daughter that he knew nothing about.

The relationship between Emma and Dillon is tense.  Thinking she will lose her niece and remaining family member to Dillon and his wealthy family, Emma is nervous and anxious about their intentions.  Janey was never one of their favorite people, and with the unwelcome surprise of a grandchild, Emma must stay strong for the child she has grown to love as her own.  And Dillon's surprising acceptance of his daughter, aids Emma's resolves when it comes time to leave Annie behind.

Dillon's reputation as a badass and playboy had preceded him all of his life, but sometimes the faade is just that-a faade.  Emma has always been under the mistaken belief that Dillon was Janey's partner in crime, but Dillon reveals, that his relationship with Janey was strictly friendship and one of guardian and protector that had crossed the line until one night of need. And when he declares that he will never be relationship material, Emma knows that her growing love for Dillon will never be returned. And her past experiences will only add to her negative self-image when Dillon's rejection forces her to take a stand and move on with her life.

There are many heartbreaking moments when Dillon's actions negate his words.  Tender and loving one moment, and then heart crushingly cold when he wants nothing but friendship the next day. But an empty bed is almost as painful as an empty heart, when the person with whom you have fallen in love, is a constant reminder of how alone you truly are.

THE PLAYBOY'S BABY is a heartwarming and sweet story of rejection and love.  JM Stewart takes the reader on a roller coaster of emotions that will give you the warm fuzzies one moment then leave you in tears the next. The sex scenes are sensual without the use of vulgar descriptive narrations and the character development is forthright and real. The Playboy's Baby is a quick read for a lazy afternoon with a glass of wine and romance on the mind.
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Worth the freaking wait. Jacks oh my baby Jacks. DANG!!!@ I have so many curse words I want to say but him and Bryan are my second favorite couple in this series. Mother bear had heart and did everything to protect her baby. Blood or not family and family and like Luke said, they protect.

This was a great story of growth within yourself and accepting the past as a life lesson. Fighting for what you want and owning up to what more you have to offer. Togetherness and willingness to put someone beside yourself first.

LP Maxa did Jack justice. Just 5+ freaking family bff stars.
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Jase, the playboy, womanizing member of the Kings of Korruption MC, has met his match. That one woman who doesn't fall for his charm and roguish smile, nor his smooth talk. Ellen knows exactly what he is. She is a single mom due to getting pregnant by one just like him when she was sixteen. When she told the father, he bailed faster than she could blink. For the past  11 years, Ellen has taken care of herself and her son all on her own, since her parents promptly kicked her out of their home too.

She meets Jase while working as a nurse in a care home tending to an ailing original member of the MC. She's dated but never opened up to the danger of getting hurt again until now. Something about Jase is breaking down her walls. But trouble shows up before they even have a first date. Her son's father, who has had no contact and made no support or effort since being told of the pregnancy, has filed for custody and visitation. He's still an childish, arrogant, bully in a man's body but now he's poisoning her son's mind with his filth.

Meanwhile, Jase and the MC are dealing with leftover business involving the Crips gang. S*** is going down and possible war is on the horizon. Gunnar, the club prez, shoots down Jase's business ideas for a custom chopper business. Being seen as the joker and not taken seriously by his brothers in the MC is a blow to Jase. How will he resolve this and still respect his family, the MC, if they can't respect him?

How will Jase and Ellen have a chance if it endangers her custody of her son? Why did Paul show up now?

This is a stand alone, no cliffhanger, HEA with no cheating. There's is death and violence as well as language and sex scenes. According to the author, "her kids can't read it till they're 25." This is book 3 in a series but each builds on an overall story arc running throughout the series. It is set in British Canada so some of the language and situations may not be familiar for all readers but they don't take away from the story.