I really loved it because it was not a Fifty Shades Of ...
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I really loved it because it was not a Fifty Shades Of Gray rip off like so many of the new novels that are out now.
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I loved this book.  It really is a sweet romance without much drama involved.  Unlike most stories I read, this one actually seems plausible.  It was so refreshing to have a hot guy character that is not trying to rip the panties off his love interest the whole way through the book.  If you are looking for a hot and heavy smut story, this is not for you.  But if you are looking for a real story about what happens when two broken people find each other, you will enjoy this.
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I thought it was great and really unexpected. I thought it would be about something more scandalous but it did not disappoint. I loved getting to know Tristan a little better and not just accepting his judgement.
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I really liked it. I didn't find it to be rough, but I guess I understand why it was listed that way. I will definitely read work from this author in the future.
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After reading the synopsis for this book I expected it to be a certain way, I basically planned out the potential story in my head. However, when I read this book, it was nothing like I pictured it to be and that is not a bad thing. It's actually quite enjoyable knowing that it was completely different to what I was expecting.

'Ever had one of those moment in your life where you think - This. Is. Not. My. Finest. Moment. Ever since meeting Grayson Cole, that very phrase has gone through my head far too many times. It started with the very first time I met him.'

I loved that line because we all have those moments - me especially - and I love books that you can relate to, I find that they're more enjoyable.

I loved the fact that Emma and Grayson met on a night out, had their fun and then eventually met again as boss and employee. Their whole relationship together had me hooked. Although I did feel bad for Grayson, since his father is not up there in the top parents category.

Emma was cute. I liked her and I felt that I could relate to her. It seemed very difficult to have Grayson as a boss, but then that was obvious any way, but she managed to stand her own ground with him. Which I like since there are some female characters that are complete pushovers.

Overall, I really enjoyed this book. Grayson is a bit of jerk, but he's a loveable jerk I think. The story was amazing and I loved that I was surprised by the story.
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First off I need to say that this book is not a stand-alone, it's the first in a series of 4 books which need to be read in order.

Having said that, this book did not feel like a novella or short story, and as soon as I finished each one I had to start the next immediately.

From the start of Charge it was kind of obvious the direction part of the main line was heading, but that didn't spoil it for me at all.  The book was well written, the characters very likeable and there was just the right mix of arrogant male and slightly naive, rather quirky, girl.

Loved it
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Let me say first, I love that there is a warning at the beginning, "this is not a romance".... because it is not in any way a romance. It is about one being recognising the potential in another and him reaping the benefits of ownership while training her to use her own power. This story is not for everyone, but it will make you rethink what the dynamics of a complete power exchange are.
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In short, I loved this book. I wanted to write a short review after I had taken time to collect my thoughts which had been left in disarray upon completion of the story.
I thought that discussing it with others that had read it and reading other people's reviews would help me clarify how I felt, but it has only served to confuse me more. The very things that people disliked about Gentlemen's Game are the very things that make is such a great read to my mind.
Just because one does not like what happens,(and I really, really, didn't) doesn't mean that the story is not good. I didn't agree with what happened in the story, the decisions that the MC's made but I feel that is what makes the story so interesting and complex. It is not predictable, not meant to soothe us or give us warm fuzzy feelings, it is a story that has been presented to us as the author felt it. It invokes strong feelings from us, it makes us think deeply and I believe that is the intention.
As a matter of fact, this story was probably closer to real life than a vast percentage of the books I have read in this genre and for that, I am thankful. Thank you Lichen, for dragging me out of my sugar coated reverie and giving me a good dose of brain starter.
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i really really enjoyed this book.  i can't wait for the next one!  It kind of has a fifty shades sort of feel but it was easier to read.
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I really loved how it was nontraditional and how this closed off man, who was dom to the bone could also speak to her with such strong emotion. Great read!
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Selling the Fantasy was a refreshing break from the norm. I loved this book because it was different and educated me on a lifestyle that I know exist but normally disregarded because I thought it didn't pretain to me but realize it does to everyone in one way or another.

The characters we're believeable although i had a problem with Lisa's selfishness and what she was willing to give up to be with such an A-hole like Kenneth. Kenneth was stuck on himself and for the most part rude and condesending and let me not even start on the other so called strong women in this book. Any self respecting woman wouldn't turn her life upside down for any man especially one like Kenneth that feels it's his way or the highway. He can have his cake and eat it too but they bet not even think of stepping outside the relationship or all bets are off. Not saying the lifestyle is degrading because basically we have all been in one voluntary or involuntary rather we want to admit it or not. The flow of the book started out slow because of repeat information. The anticipated drama is what i loved most about this book and the ending was explosive. I love the way the book unfolded and educated on the lifestyle. I look forward to reading the sequel that i know has to be in the works and other future projects by this author.
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Totally not what I thought I was getting - but I loved it nonetheless. I'm a guy who like thrillers and suspense books, horror and sci-fi. I thought I predicted how it was going to unfold, and I was completely wrong. But I stayed with it and really enjoyed it. Mostly would figure it was written for women, but was worth every minute of my time to follow the Rejected Writers on their journey. Very fun characters and Kelman writes with a subtle wit that does not get boring or predictable. I am actually considering buying the follow up. Which is a shock to me!
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I loved it! The characters were so well done, I just loved them both for all their imperfections and how real they were both as characters/people and in their relationships. This book was not what I expected, but I fell in love with it just the same. Life is messy and imperfect and this book captured that so, so, well. I loved Neal and Georgie. The bit with the "magic" phone and calling back into the past was something I expected to be gimmicky and not something I would enjoy as much, but it was really well done and great and let the characters subtly learn and grow to be better and more understanding in their "now" lives. I listened to this on audio and loved the reader as well. It was one of the better audiobooks I've listened to. Love this author and have and will continue to read more from her.
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I bought this book as required reading for a class, and I was pleasantly surprised at how much I loved it. This isn't a genre I typically go for, but I really enjoyed this one.
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Not at all what you think it would be about but loved it more!
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I read J.R. Ward's books because of the relationships and because it's not just "chick porn."  As a woman I don't want to read about two guys.
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If you're looking for a romantic love story, this may not be the book for you... but if you're open minded enough about the alternative sexual lifestyle of swingers and could be interested in a story about strong attraction, you should give this book a shot. please ignore the cover, it's really not a good cover for the book. overall i thought the characters were refreshing, the story line was different with amusing interaction between the characters, and it was a hot read! i really enjoyed following julia's character - it was good to see a strong, independent, and confident female character in this type of book.  i don't agree with the comments describing the male character as a pig - i saw him more of a man who knew what works for him and was honest enough about it!