eantoinette285's review
4.0
This series took a turn I wasn't expecting! Least predictable trilogy I've read in awhile! The characters are so spunky and are quite refreshing as well! I'll keep this short and sweet so I can move on to book three!
tfail24's review
5.0
WOW!!!
I am so glad that I kept reading this series, because I love Brad and Julia.
Don't get me wrong Julia is young and Brad is a total SLUT as Julia would call him, but somewhere along the way they have started falling for each other. They both make huge discoveries about themselves, leave their pasts in the past, and move forward with their future together.
I can't wait to see how their future turns out.
I am so glad that I kept reading this series, because I love Brad and Julia.
Don't get me wrong Julia is young and Brad is a total SLUT as Julia would call him, but somewhere along the way they have started falling for each other. They both make huge discoveries about themselves, leave their pasts in the past, and move forward with their future together.
I can't wait to see how their future turns out.
sarcrawsh's review
3.0
So, this book did a good job of continuing where the last one left off, but I feel as though the whole mob storyline is clunky and unnecessary. Reading about Brad and Julia navigating the world of swinging and discovering whether or not Brad can be "faithful" is plenty interesting, no death threats needed!
stephsromancebooktalk's review
5.0
Really really good especially with the new twists and turns!! At first I wasn't sure if I liked the sudden plot change/focus but by the end I loved this new path. So good I almost got through it in1 day, if I hadn't had to work and needed sleep, I would have read through the night!!
allenfarm's review
3.0
Book two
Book two shifted a bit away from where book 1 was going. Book one was about innocence and debauchery, and an unforgettable trip to Las Vegas. Book two is them deciding to have a go at a real relationship, but the secrets and familial obligations may make that difficult, or rush the timeline. I like an aggressive and controlling Brad De Luca. And I like that Julia is feisty enough to keep up with him. Despite her age they match well.
Book two shifted a bit away from where book 1 was going. Book one was about innocence and debauchery, and an unforgettable trip to Las Vegas. Book two is them deciding to have a go at a real relationship, but the secrets and familial obligations may make that difficult, or rush the timeline. I like an aggressive and controlling Brad De Luca. And I like that Julia is feisty enough to keep up with him. Despite her age they match well.
seeingnight's review
4.0
GENRE: Contemporary
THEME: Romance, Mature
RECEIVED: Bought
BLOG: http://seeingnight.blogspot.com/
3.5 Stars
REVIEW:
I’ve been hooked to these really great contemporary romances lately and after reading the first in the Innocence series; I was interested to see how far Torre would take these characters. This is definitely not a book for the innocent, it explores boundaries that I myself am not interested in but Torre does something that adds a great twist with a murder mystery.
Masked Innocence follows once again Julia Campbell, the once innocent twenty one year old hopeful law student. Julia continues her internship and her romance with her law firms top divorce lawyer Brad De Luca. But as soon as the romance heats up another notch, Julia’s boss is murdered and she is the next target on the hit list. Luckily Brad has connections, but this could put Julia’s life in even more danger and wondering if it’s love that’s keeping her with Brad or fear.
Julia was all spunk and spark in the first book; her innocence was changed by Brad De Luca’s arrogant and confident nature. Now that their relationship is moving forward, Julia is learning what depth they can take their romance and exploring things that she never thought she’d enjoy. The beginning of the book focuses on a masked party that Brad and Julia get a special invite too, this whole part of the book felt a little off compared to the rest. As much as I enjoy the romance and tension between these two, I felt this part was forced and that Julia’s character was not the character I liked, compared to the first and the rest of this book.
Now for the second half, Julia was back on top with her mind fully focused on a murder in her office. It was interesting seeing how she coped with some surprising revelations and how her romance with Brad starts to deepen faster than she expected.
Brad De Luca is hotter than ever, his secrets are slowly unfolded in this story and he’s going to be tested wth both his family and relationship. Brad’s life is a colorful one, going from woman to woman but now it seems his heart might have finally found his weakness, Julia. He is definitely a tall dark and handsome man, but his mysterious background is the best part of this story. The readers will get some interesting tidbits about his family. But most of all the readers will love his intense romance with Julia; their scenes are off the charts hot.
Overall this was a great second installment. And even with a slow and not so intriguing beginning, it was saved with the murder mystery. The mystery is just the beginning of what I think is going to be bigger, so I’m super curious as to what really happened and if Julia is going to get out of this dangerous pickle she’s in. We also get more Martha, who is a spirited and awesome woman, plus the introduction to a “brother” of Brad’s. I liked the protective side of Brad that came out in this one, his family stepping back in the picture is changing him. In the end I look forward to seeing where Torre takes this couple and hopefully it’s a happy ending.
RECOMMENDATION:
This is an adult novel with very mature sexual content suited for mature readers over the age of 18 and over. Fans of Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James and Beautiful Bastard by Christina Lauren will enjoy This Man by Jodi Ellen Malpas.
THEME: Romance, Mature
RECEIVED: Bought
BLOG: http://seeingnight.blogspot.com/
3.5 Stars
REVIEW:
I’ve been hooked to these really great contemporary romances lately and after reading the first in the Innocence series; I was interested to see how far Torre would take these characters. This is definitely not a book for the innocent, it explores boundaries that I myself am not interested in but Torre does something that adds a great twist with a murder mystery.
Masked Innocence follows once again Julia Campbell, the once innocent twenty one year old hopeful law student. Julia continues her internship and her romance with her law firms top divorce lawyer Brad De Luca. But as soon as the romance heats up another notch, Julia’s boss is murdered and she is the next target on the hit list. Luckily Brad has connections, but this could put Julia’s life in even more danger and wondering if it’s love that’s keeping her with Brad or fear.
Julia was all spunk and spark in the first book; her innocence was changed by Brad De Luca’s arrogant and confident nature. Now that their relationship is moving forward, Julia is learning what depth they can take their romance and exploring things that she never thought she’d enjoy. The beginning of the book focuses on a masked party that Brad and Julia get a special invite too, this whole part of the book felt a little off compared to the rest. As much as I enjoy the romance and tension between these two, I felt this part was forced and that Julia’s character was not the character I liked, compared to the first and the rest of this book.
Now for the second half, Julia was back on top with her mind fully focused on a murder in her office. It was interesting seeing how she coped with some surprising revelations and how her romance with Brad starts to deepen faster than she expected.
Brad De Luca is hotter than ever, his secrets are slowly unfolded in this story and he’s going to be tested wth both his family and relationship. Brad’s life is a colorful one, going from woman to woman but now it seems his heart might have finally found his weakness, Julia. He is definitely a tall dark and handsome man, but his mysterious background is the best part of this story. The readers will get some interesting tidbits about his family. But most of all the readers will love his intense romance with Julia; their scenes are off the charts hot.
Overall this was a great second installment. And even with a slow and not so intriguing beginning, it was saved with the murder mystery. The mystery is just the beginning of what I think is going to be bigger, so I’m super curious as to what really happened and if Julia is going to get out of this dangerous pickle she’s in. We also get more Martha, who is a spirited and awesome woman, plus the introduction to a “brother” of Brad’s. I liked the protective side of Brad that came out in this one, his family stepping back in the picture is changing him. In the end I look forward to seeing where Torre takes this couple and hopefully it’s a happy ending.
RECOMMENDATION:
This is an adult novel with very mature sexual content suited for mature readers over the age of 18 and over. Fans of Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James and Beautiful Bastard by Christina Lauren will enjoy This Man by Jodi Ellen Malpas.
mrszagata's review
4.0
Masked innocence
❤️❤️❤️❤️
Well this story took an unexpected turn in book 2.. Book one the main focus was wether Julia could keep up with Brad's sex life and sexual desires. This book brings an outside turmoil when Julia's life hangs in the balance.
Hot sex and alpha males run wild in this series along with a hot Russian woman. At her first masked sex party Julia sees, learns and does things she never thought possible. When Brad's partner is found dead in his office Brad must call on some old contacts.
Have you ever read a book you didn't know what to say with out giving stuff away, well this is it for me!! I will say it's worth the one click
❤️❤️❤️❤️
Well this story took an unexpected turn in book 2.. Book one the main focus was wether Julia could keep up with Brad's sex life and sexual desires. This book brings an outside turmoil when Julia's life hangs in the balance.
Hot sex and alpha males run wild in this series along with a hot Russian woman. At her first masked sex party Julia sees, learns and does things she never thought possible. When Brad's partner is found dead in his office Brad must call on some old contacts.
Have you ever read a book you didn't know what to say with out giving stuff away, well this is it for me!! I will say it's worth the one click
musicalknitter's review
2.0
I found this book formulaic and boring. This book helped me figure out why I don't like these 3 book series. The characters seem shallow and it's all about the sex. I really like erotica but I want a plot and some substance with my sex and happily ever after. This book didn't give me plot or substance. The characters seemed interesting but it wasn't enough to keep me interested.