Tempting The Bodyguard: Review

Synopsis:

A sexy category romance from Entangled’s Brazen imprint...

He can protect her from everyone except himself.

Alana Gore is in danger. A take-no-prisoners publicist, her way with people has made her more than a few enemies over the years, but a creepy stalker is an entirely different matter. She needs a bodyguard, and the only man she can ask is not only ridiculously hot, but reputed to have taste for women that goes beyond adventurous.

Chandler Gamble has one rule: don't protect anyone you want to screw. But with Alana, he's caught between his job and his increasingly hard libido. On one hand, Alana needs his help. On the other, Chandler wants nothing more than to take the hot volcano of a woman in hand. To make her writhe in pleasure, until she's at his complete mercy.

She needs protection. He needs satisfaction. And the moment the line is crossed, all hell will break loose...

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(Contain spoilers of Tempting The Player)

I was very excited to read this book. I ended up a little disappointed though.

Don't get me wrong, it's a nice story. The sexual tension is still high up in the air. And there's great chemistry between Alana and Chandler. I also like Chandler's go-for-it attitude and his lack of hesitation when it comes to getting what he wants. However, there's something a little bit wrong about the story, which I can't put my finger on, and it is frustrating. That kind of gives the book an edge (and not in a really good way).

Although Alana and Chandler is a funny pair, and the chemistry is practically sizzling in the air, as well as tension and attraction, the problems between their relationship aren't as real as I thought it would be. There is no actual fear for relationship problems whatsoever. Which is why I kind of don't get the two of them. What is with all the pushing away from one of the sides (not going to talk about which, because it's spoiler)? 

However, I do have to say that the danger element is the best. Because someone is actually in danger. Like real mortal danger at some point. Which is not present in the previous two Gamble Brothers books. I wish this plot could be developed more deeply (even though I know this is not mainly about danger and suspense) because that would be pretty awesome.

There's a part where I want to read about, and I actually read about it, but I'm not exactly satisfied. It's Chad's reaction when Alana and Chandler's relationship are revealed. I really want to see the priceless WTF?! expression on Chad's face because that will be seriously funny. It's still present, but it's not... well, to put it in a blunt way, the expression is not that WTF?!. It's kinda underwhelming, because I was anticipating for that part.

It's quite a story, but it's not the best out of the three.

Rating: 6.5/10

Teaser Thursday: Tempting The Bodyguard by J.Lynn

Teaser THURSDAY? Really? Isn't it Teaser Tuesday? But whatever. We have one sexy snippet from Tempting The Bodyguard, the third book of Gamble Brothers series.

Struggling to get a grip on her quickly rising anger, she snapped the file folder against his chest. “Do you want to look at them? Or do you want to continue staring at my breasts like a pig?”
That ghost of smile spread into a full smirk. “I think I’ll keep staring at your breasts like a pig.”
“Well, that’s lovely.”
“They sure are,” he replied.
Alana took one deep, even breath. “Mr. Gamble, I’m here—”
“Because you need my help,” he interrupted. “I got that.”
“And I’m trying to show you what I’ve been receiving.” She smacked the folder off his chest once again. “So can we— ”
His hand shot out, as fast as a cobra striking, startling her. He wrapped his fingers around her wrist, gently but firmly. Lowering his head, his lips came within an inch of hers. So close she could taste the minty scent of his breath. “While I liked to be smacked in the chest with random objects from time to time, you keep it up, I’m going to think that’s an invitation for me to return the favor.”
Her mouth dropped open.
“On a different part of the body,” he added, winking. “And with my hand.”

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Aww... (sweet sexy feelings)

Tempting The Bodyguard will be released in June 2013

Tempting The Player: Review

Wow, the second book of the Gamble Brothers series, and the second book I read this year!

 Summary:

Chad Gamble, all-star pitcher for the Nationals, is one of the best players on—and off—the field. And right now, the notorious bad boy wants Bridget Rodgers. But with her lush curves and snappy comebacks, the feisty redhead is the kind of woman a man wants to settle down with…and that’s the last thing Chad needs.

When the paparazzi catch them in a compromising position, Chad’s manager issues an ultimatum: clean up his act or kiss his multi-million dollar contract goodbye. To save his career, his meddling publicist says he'll have to convince everyone Bridget isn’t just his flavor of the week, but his girlfriend.

Being blackmailed into a fake relationship with Chad Gamble isn’t easy, especially when the sizzling physical attraction between them is undeniable. With a month to go on their arranged pretense, it's going to take every ounce of willpower they have not to fall into bed together...or in love.

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Well, it's still good, with the JLA writing style, it's hard not to like this book. But comparing with Tempting The Best Man, I like the first book more. More innocent, I think?

This is a fun book. Faking relationship with all the jokes and bickering is always entertaining. But then, real emotions behind a fake relationship will always bring out "ahhh"s from me. Chad and Bridget's relationship really struck me speechless... in a totally good way. Yeah, playboy meets the good girl and then chemistry begins. What's not to love? Especially Chad is a HOT playboy.

Another awesome thing about this book is that Madison and Chase is still here. I really like this couple cuz they are quite cute together... with all the past bickering and CURRENT bickering. It kind of links me back to Tempting The Best Man, when "settling down" isn't the word for EITHER OF THEM. And yeah, I really like this setting.

Now, even the playboy has settled down. So when will the bodyguard settle down, huh? I can't wait to see Tempting the Bodyguard.

Rating: 6.5/10

Tempting The Best Man: Review

It's the start of a new year, and I start a new series. Tempting The Best Man, the first book of Gamble Brothers series by J. Lynn. The first book I read in 2013.

Summary:

Madison Daniels has worshipped her brother's best friend since they were kids. Everyone thinks she and Chase Gamble would make the perfect couple, but there are two major flaws in their logic. 1) Chase has sworn off relationships of any kind, and 2) after blurring the line between friends and lovers for one night four years ago, they can't stop bickering.

Forced together for her brother's wedding getaway, Chase and Madison decide to call a truce for the happy couple. Except all bets are off when they're forced to shack up in a tacky 70’s honeymoon suite and survive a multitude of "accidents" as the family tries to prove their "spark" can be used than for more than fighting. That is, if they don't strangle each other first…

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This is  a short book so my review won't be long.
 
This is a really short book, but a really fun one. You know what? I can't stop the grin from my face throughout the process of reading the book! Chase and Madison are so cute together. It's entertaining to see them bickering. Their relationship is very different from Daemon and Kat and Alex and Aiden. But it's just hot. Maybe not as hot as Lux and Covenant considering this is a very realistic novel. But damn if it isn't hot.

It's kind of like Fifty Shades, you know. Don't get me wrong. Tempting The Best Man is way better than Fifty Shades (and I HATE Fifty Shades). With an innocent girl and a a-little-bit-fucked-up HOT boy. Perfect scenario for an urban romance. Heavy sex is not the main point of the book, which is relieving because I can't stand it after reading Fifty Shades (You know what? Fifty Shades ruined my life). But this kind of sex... it's quite good, not too far away, I guess.

J. Lynn's writing skills is awesome. Her words is just as good as the ones in Lux and Covenant (yeah, they are the same author, in case that you don't know). I mean, all the jokes and make-you-bust-out-laughter words is amazing. You have no idea how much I love her books. Writing so many books at a time and her books still have a very high quality? She's definitely the most skilled writing ninja.

Rating: 7/10