It’s a mini review! I’m clearing out my review queue of all the books I can’t seem to convince myself to finish, for one reason or another. That doesn’t mean these are negative reviews, it simply means that something isn’t compelling me to keep reading at the moment. Maybe I’ll go back to them another day, maybe I won’t!
DNF Details:
How far did I get? About 40% of the way through, with some skimming afterwards.
Why did I stop? The hero is a total tool and I couldn’t relate to either character. Their first encounter had me cringing (he literally looks up her skirt and assumes she’ll want to sleep with him immediately after that), but I was hoping it would get better. It’s not my first experience with Mann’s work and her characters typically hit the sheets quickly, so I pushed through – I’ve enjoyed her fling to more romances in the past. However, their second interaction was almost worse. Though the hero knows literally nothing about his girl, he is convinced that he wants to be in a relationship with her and break his “no dating” rule for the first time. Total instalust. I didn’t love how young she was (22) or that she didn’t actually put up much of a fight before she was agreeing to hook up again, so I was disappointed that it wasn’t heading in the direction I had anticipated from the blurb. As the hero continued to rub me the wrong way, I decided to cut my losses early.
Was I enjoying it initially? Ehh, no. I fully expected this to get spicy right away, so that was not a surprise. I just expected to feel some chemistry or a flicker of connection to either character. I did not.
Would I finish this? Probably not.
Who would I recommend this to? Fans of high-heat billionaire romance who like arrogant playboys and younger, struggling heroines. Anyone who enjoyed The Daltons series and is looking forward to a spinoff – the heroes from that series make an appearance, though this would definitely read as a standalone.
Amazon: https://amzn.to/48kHetI
Audio Note:
Solid audio! You can’t go wrong with Savannah Peachwood, who has steadily become one of my favorites. Her voice is perfect for the vibe, and she makes the listening experience a definite upgrade. I like Tor Thom’s voice, which is deep and masculine. That did not translate well to the moments when he was voicing the heroine, however, making the spicy scenes a little awkward in this dual narration audiobook. Considering Mann is known for her plentiful spice and it starts up almost immediately, that was a bummer. Speaking of spice – this one is absolutely not recommended as a workday listen, lol. Things heat up very quickly and stay that way throughout, so it’s not great for the office. The runtime (10 hours) is ideal for bingeing, and the light and spicy vibes work well in the format. So I do recommend the audio experience overall.
Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3NxMa6s
Blurb:
A sizzling grumpy-sunshine, boy-obsessed, one-night-stand romance from USA Today best-selling author Marni Mann …
Spade. People know what to expect when they hear my last name.
Billionaire. Alphahole. The forever bachelor. Heir to Spade Hotels, one of the most luxurious brands in the world.
Want to know what they would never call me?
Boyfriend.
Until her.
With one glance at her in the club, I’m ready to claim her for the night.
Dark, flowing hair. A smile that causes my heart to pound. Eyes that pierce my soul. And a perfect body that makes every part of me pulse.
She’s addictive. Electrifying. Consuming.
I’ve never wanted anyone more.
Our eyes meet, but she looks right past me. She isn’t here for me. She’s here for the music.
For the first time in my life, a woman makes me work for it. Her indifference fuels the fire inside me.
The result? One night. No names. No introductions.
Just pleasure.
The way I’ve always liked it.
But now, I find myself fantasizing about this gorgeous stranger, and I swear I can still feel the softness of her skin and taste her on my lips.
The minute I saw her, a switch flipped inside me. Now, how do I stop this raging … obsession?
When our paths cross again in the most unexpected way, I’m on a mission to make her mine. But what happens when she wants nothing to do with me?
Amazon: https://amzn.to/48kHetI
About the Author:
USA Today best-selling author Marni Mann knew she was going to be a writer since middle school. While other girls her age were daydreaming about teenage pop stars, Marni was fantasizing about penning her first novel. She crafts unique stories that weave together her love of darkness, mystery, passion, and human emotions. A New Englander at heart, she now lives with her husband in Sarasota, Florida. When she’s not nose deep in her laptop, she’s scouring for chocolate, sipping wine, traveling, boating, or devouring fabulous books.
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Website: www.MarniSMann.com
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