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gelshackman's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
chanelnichols's review against another edition
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
bariatricbookworm's review against another edition
5.0
I hit such a reading slump after finishing a book a few weeks ago that was so good. Nothing could keep my attention for more than 100 pages, but THIS…I needed this! This was my first Helen Hardt book, and I can’t wait for more! Also that cliffhanger at the end!
lisyreads's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
I like that the character is verging on 30, and decides to take control of her life (dating life), and put herself out there and see what she can do for herself.
And then from there—Jackson is such an angsty man who just can’t seem to get it through his thick skull that he’s in love with his bff since childhood! Being in his head was annoying but funny as he tries everything not to fall in love, but it’s too late cause he is already in deep! it was alot of fun to read, and the smut was not bad…not many, about 3 scenes at best, but damn good shit…he really has a thing for her tits and butthole.
And then from there—Jackson is such an angsty man who just can’t seem to get it through his thick skull that he’s in love with his bff since childhood! Being in his head was annoying but funny as he tries everything not to fall in love, but it’s too late cause he is already in deep! it was alot of fun to read, and the smut was not bad…not many, about 3 scenes at best, but damn good shit…he really has a thing for her tits and butthole.
raeheardx's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
theeclecticreview's review against another edition
4.0
When I want to get an erotica fix, I go to Helen Hardt. When best friends decide to try the dark side of sex, will it ruin their friendship?
Amanda Thomas has loved her best friend Jackson Paris forever, but he only sees them as friends. When she decides to move on and explore her sexual side, Jackson interferes by trying to scare her off at a sex club, but it only intrigues her more.
I like that Amanda tries to grow and put herself out there. Though she claims to be an introvert, she really comes out of her shell when she's determined to show Jackson that she can take care of herself. It's Jackson who needs to grow up and stop treating her like the little girl she was when they first met. I mean stop calling her "Mandy Cakes" for God's sake. She's 29 years old. His own insecurities about his private sex life are getting in the way and he's afraid he will lose Amanda if she sees his dark side. However, it's true about submissives having control in the bedroom because Amanda is in charge while she inadvertently seduces and coaxes Jackson to do her bidding. Jackson's turmoil and Amanda's growing confidence is a powerful aphrodisiac as they eventually find their HEA.
Amanda's sister Frankie is hard to read. She's getting married to a man child and she doesn't seem happy about it. In fact, neither of them does from what happens at the cliffhanger ending. I can't wait to explore that relationship further. Also, it's always good to see returning characters from another series. Ben Black, brother of Braden from the Follow Me series, is a good friend to Jackson as he helps move along their relationship in a very enticing way.
Overall, I enjoyed the story, but I thought the unnecessary incident with Jackson at the end threw it off course a little. Friends to lovers is always a fun theme to explore and the author does a fine job bringing the characters even closer. I can't wait to read more of this series.
Thank you to Ms. Hardt for giving me the opportunity to read this book with no expectation of a positive review.
Amanda Thomas has loved her best friend Jackson Paris forever, but he only sees them as friends. When she decides to move on and explore her sexual side, Jackson interferes by trying to scare her off at a sex club, but it only intrigues her more.
I like that Amanda tries to grow and put herself out there. Though she claims to be an introvert, she really comes out of her shell when she's determined to show Jackson that she can take care of herself. It's Jackson who needs to grow up and stop treating her like the little girl she was when they first met. I mean stop calling her "Mandy Cakes" for God's sake. She's 29 years old. His own insecurities about his private sex life are getting in the way and he's afraid he will lose Amanda if she sees his dark side. However, it's true about submissives having control in the bedroom because Amanda is in charge while she inadvertently seduces and coaxes Jackson to do her bidding. Jackson's turmoil and Amanda's growing confidence is a powerful aphrodisiac as they eventually find their HEA.
Amanda's sister Frankie is hard to read. She's getting married to a man child and she doesn't seem happy about it. In fact, neither of them does from what happens at the cliffhanger ending. I can't wait to explore that relationship further. Also, it's always good to see returning characters from another series. Ben Black, brother of Braden from the Follow Me series, is a good friend to Jackson as he helps move along their relationship in a very enticing way.
Overall, I enjoyed the story, but I thought the unnecessary incident with Jackson at the end threw it off course a little. Friends to lovers is always a fun theme to explore and the author does a fine job bringing the characters even closer. I can't wait to read more of this series.
Thank you to Ms. Hardt for giving me the opportunity to read this book with no expectation of a positive review.
_sirreadsalot_'s review against another edition
dark
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5