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add24's review against another edition
4.0
Beatrice and Jackson’s second chance of love is our chance to swoon a bit. I enjoyed the dynamics of these families, their struggles and rivals and that we are along for the ride. I also enjoy the nod to military service and life after serving. I love that these two get a second chance at love and we have a front row seat.
Thanks to Net Galley for the advanced copy!
Thanks to Net Galley for the advanced copy!
aldarakamey's review
3.0
Second chance romance, they met years ago and they had bananas chemistry but life pulls them in different ways they met again and boom the chemistry still is there... a good read.
smalltownbookmom's review
4.0
3.5 rounded up.
I enjoyed this second chance, dual POV, interracial forbidden romance between Jackson, an ex-army officer and Beatrice, a young Filipino woman trying to branch out on her own and break away from her family's business. These two have a hot one night stand in Vegas and don't meet again until five years later only to discover their families are competing over the same commercial property. A relationship between the two seems impossible but they can't resist their growing chemistry. Good on audio with lots of steamy open door scenes. Recommended for fans of authors like Julie Tieu or Sarah Echavarre Smith. Much thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital copy in exchange for my honest review!
I enjoyed this second chance, dual POV, interracial forbidden romance between Jackson, an ex-army officer and Beatrice, a young Filipino woman trying to branch out on her own and break away from her family's business. These two have a hot one night stand in Vegas and don't meet again until five years later only to discover their families are competing over the same commercial property. A relationship between the two seems impossible but they can't resist their growing chemistry. Good on audio with lots of steamy open door scenes. Recommended for fans of authors like Julie Tieu or Sarah Echavarre Smith. Much thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital copy in exchange for my honest review!
ldooten's review against another edition
2.0
This was a DNF for me. The writing just didn't grab me the way I need a story to. I thought Beatrice was overly quirky, and her constant thing about signs and 3s got to be too much for me. Jackson seemed like he could have been a good hero, but I just didn't make it that far. The way that every person introduced into the story is first referenced by their skin color/heritage was weird for me. I've never read another book that described characters this way. This is the first book I've read from this author, and I felt like I missed something with the conflict between the 2 families. Maybe if I'd read the other stories it might have made more sense for me.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book.
brandece1's review against another edition
3.0
Lucky Streak was such a fun addition to the Heart Resort series. Although it is not listed as a part of that series when I look it up, it does follow the only Puso sister. I have really adored Beatrice in the other two books, so I was really excited to see her get her HEA. I really like the premise of this book, and I think it flowed really well. I liked both MC, and I actually really loved them together. They had an instant connection that they couldn't pursue due to family drama, so the sneaking around was such a fun part of this story. I think for me one thing I didn't care for was that this one only took place over a few weeks, I'm not a fan of instalove. There were a few other small things that took me out of the story, but ultimately I had a fun time with it, and I'm really hoping that we get to see the last Puso sibling get his HEA.
ambernh1984's review against another edition
3.0
This book came in my Romance Reveal Box, and wasn't at all what I was expecting. Typically I'm sent "spicy" romance books, and this was far from it.
This was more like a Hallmark movie. That's not a bad thing though! I loved Cathy's character, and loved the growth with many of the other characters throughout the story. I felt some parts of it got a little complicated where they didn't need to be, with so many people involved.
I understand there are multiple cultures/ethnicities in the story as well, but felt that could have been said in a different way than calling Jackson a "white American" idk it just threw me off with each of the explanations. The cover also doesn't match the couple, which bugs me too, but that could just be my OCD.
This was more like a Hallmark movie. That's not a bad thing though! I loved Cathy's character, and loved the growth with many of the other characters throughout the story. I felt some parts of it got a little complicated where they didn't need to be, with so many people involved.
I understand there are multiple cultures/ethnicities in the story as well, but felt that could have been said in a different way than calling Jackson a "white American" idk it just threw me off with each of the explanations. The cover also doesn't match the couple, which bugs me too, but that could just be my OCD.
sarahjeanne17's review
4.0
We all know nothing that happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. And even though Jackson and Beatrice didn't get as far as either of them would have liked while they were in Vegas, doesn't mean the emotions didn't follow them. An instant attraction like the one between them clearly wasn't one to be stopped. Or forgotten about. Even if she did give him a fake name and felt pretty confident that she would never see him again. Beatrice should have known that with an attraction and connection like that between herself and Jackson, their encounter in Vegas was not going to be the last time she saw him. And the way she struggled to walk away from him even after knowing him for only a few hours should have been a pretty good indication of that.
The reunion between Bea and Jack after Vegas could have happened slowly. It could have been a huge drawn-out buildup. But instead, it was something that was dealt with quickly and in a realistic way. There was happiness and surprise. But an immediate attempt to pick up where they left off in Vegas. And that was exactly how I needed it to go. Jackson was understanding why Beatrice didn't give him her real name and Beatrice was understanding when Jackson told her he was unable to read her number on the paper she slid under his door. There were no drawn-out misunderstandings or arguments about things. Well, at least not when it came to their meetup in Vegas and not seeing each other for five years.
Jackson may not have believed in fate but even he had to admit that it was pretty strange to end up right next door to Beatrice after five years of thinking about her. And wishing he had been able to take her on a date. But of course, something always has to get in the way of that smooth sailing. And it was Beatrice's family. But more than that, it was her family business. Or, more specifically, the fact that her family business was in direct competition and in contrast with Jackson's family business. Though in Beatrice's defense, it was her idea to buy the resort with her brothers and she had been working there with them since that moment. When it came to Jackson, he only got involved with his family's business to have a relationship with his father and for a job after retiring from the military.
But there was also a bit more to the rivalry than just business. Jackson's father didn't always play nicely with others and has done some shady things. So it's understandable why Bea's family is a little wary when it comes to dealing with them. But Bea's family also hasn't exactly been welcoming to their competition. Though they haven't resolved to any shady tactics, they haven't made the situation any less volatile. The two families not being fans of one another really makes the relationship between Bea and Jack a difficult one to navigate. But their feelings for one another are strong and they just have to decide if they are going to let their families stop them from being happy with one another.
I loved the times from Beatrice's point of view. She is such a relatable character and being inside her head was such a fun ride. Her inner thoughts had me laughing out loud so much of the time. Beatrice is such an honest and loving character. It was easy to see why Jackson fell so hard and fast for her. But the way Beatrice's emotions were written was palpable. I experienced everything she was feeling. It felt like I went on this journey of love with her. The ups and the downs. And when it was from Jackson's point of view, talk about swooning! Such a great male character. I wasn't just reading words on a page, I was experiencing everything in real-time as I was reading it. And it takes a pretty talented author to be able to take it to that level.
The reunion between Bea and Jack after Vegas could have happened slowly. It could have been a huge drawn-out buildup. But instead, it was something that was dealt with quickly and in a realistic way. There was happiness and surprise. But an immediate attempt to pick up where they left off in Vegas. And that was exactly how I needed it to go. Jackson was understanding why Beatrice didn't give him her real name and Beatrice was understanding when Jackson told her he was unable to read her number on the paper she slid under his door. There were no drawn-out misunderstandings or arguments about things. Well, at least not when it came to their meetup in Vegas and not seeing each other for five years.
Jackson may not have believed in fate but even he had to admit that it was pretty strange to end up right next door to Beatrice after five years of thinking about her. And wishing he had been able to take her on a date. But of course, something always has to get in the way of that smooth sailing. And it was Beatrice's family. But more than that, it was her family business. Or, more specifically, the fact that her family business was in direct competition and in contrast with Jackson's family business. Though in Beatrice's defense, it was her idea to buy the resort with her brothers and she had been working there with them since that moment. When it came to Jackson, he only got involved with his family's business to have a relationship with his father and for a job after retiring from the military.
But there was also a bit more to the rivalry than just business. Jackson's father didn't always play nicely with others and has done some shady things. So it's understandable why Bea's family is a little wary when it comes to dealing with them. But Bea's family also hasn't exactly been welcoming to their competition. Though they haven't resolved to any shady tactics, they haven't made the situation any less volatile. The two families not being fans of one another really makes the relationship between Bea and Jack a difficult one to navigate. But their feelings for one another are strong and they just have to decide if they are going to let their families stop them from being happy with one another.
I loved the times from Beatrice's point of view. She is such a relatable character and being inside her head was such a fun ride. Her inner thoughts had me laughing out loud so much of the time. Beatrice is such an honest and loving character. It was easy to see why Jackson fell so hard and fast for her. But the way Beatrice's emotions were written was palpable. I experienced everything she was feeling. It felt like I went on this journey of love with her. The ups and the downs. And when it was from Jackson's point of view, talk about swooning! Such a great male character. I wasn't just reading words on a page, I was experiencing everything in real-time as I was reading it. And it takes a pretty talented author to be able to take it to that level.
brandece1's review against another edition
3.0
Lucky Streak was such a fun addition to the Heart Resort series. Although it is not listed as a part of that series when I look it up, it does follow the only Puso sister. I have really adored Beatrice in the other two books, so I was really excited to see her get her HEA. I really like the premise of this book, and I think it flowed really well. I liked both MC, and I actually really loved them together. They had an instant connection that they couldn't pursue due to family drama, so the sneaking around was such a fun part of this story. I think for me one thing I didn't care for was that this one only took place over a few weeks, I'm not a fan of instalove. There were a few other small things that took me out of the story, but ultimately I had a fun time with it, and I'm really hoping that we get to see the last Puso sibling get his HEA.
h_kennedy28's review
3.0
Forbidden love, family rivalry, met in Vegas 5 years ago, fall for each other, get engaged after 2 months
Beatrice and Jackson
Beatrice and Jackson