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3.97 AVERAGE
3.97 AVERAGE
It was an okay story. Rowdy is an interesting character, but I wasn't too impressed by Avery. Didn't really care about her story/past.
DNF
MAde it to 46%
Just could not get down with Avery. I swear she was cooler in the other books. Ugh.
MAde it to 46%
Just could not get down with Avery. I swear she was cooler in the other books. Ugh.
I'm sad to say but Getting Rowdy was my least fav book in the series so far.
I really hated the fact the hero got a blow job at the start of the book from a woman he hardly knows while he kept saying that he's attracted to Avery- it felt very sleezy and I couldn't understand how Avery was still attracted to him after that.
I also felt like the book was too long, there wasn't enough plot for 440 pages and it took me a all week so read it and I'm a fast reader.
Lori Foster is still an auto buy for me and I know I'll pre order the next book in the series but I just hope it will be better.
I really hated the fact the hero got a blow job at the start of the book from a woman he hardly knows while he kept saying that he's attracted to Avery- it felt very sleezy and I couldn't understand how Avery was still attracted to him after that.
I also felt like the book was too long, there wasn't enough plot for 440 pages and it took me a all week so read it and I'm a fast reader.
Lori Foster is still an auto buy for me and I know I'll pre order the next book in the series but I just hope it will be better.
Foster turns in another solid romantic suspense. The odd thing is, her characters are never academics or rocket scientists but you can't help but enjoy their sense of honor.
Third in the Love Undercover romantic suspense series. The couple focus is on Rowdy Yates and Avery Mullins.
It was a toss-up as to whether I'd rate it at a "2" or a "3"; I chose the "3" simply because I did enjoy Foster's sense of humor…and maybe I'm feeling hopeful…*cringe*…
My Take
I am a bit disappointed in this one. It's a good story, but Foster's writing is juvenile in this, too melodramatic, and the conflicting behaviors are too obvious. I'd expected better from her.
Dang, Rowdy is such a nice guy. Considerate, compassionate, and protective! I love that he's asking Avery's advice and ideas on how to rework the bar.
It drives me nuts how clueless Rowdy is in the beginning about how his behavior affects Avery, how it affects her choices. However, as the story unfolds, we do learn more about why he does act this way. Damned sad too. And another argument for preventing unlicensed baby production! Parents need to be licensed! Yes, Avery makes me a bit nuts as well. She's so naive and something of a hypocrite in her expectations. She wants a fling, but she also seems to want forever?? Was Foster in a hurry here?
It's also an example of how we're brought up. As individuals we have our own cultural expectations, and this is exactly what's happening between Avery and Rowdy.
Avery does have a point though. Most women want to feel special. They don't want to feel as though they're just one more notch on the bedpost.
All the scenes with Marcus are so sweet and heartbreaking. Just another argument from me on licensing parents…
I do love that Rowdy isn't a rich boy, that he works hard to fix his place up and makes do with refurbished. As much fun as it is to read about people with lots of money, it's very satisfying to read about someone who pulls himself up as well. He's a good boss too; I love how he handles Ella. And I love his apartment…swoon… It would be so much fun to do up a loft apartment.
Naturally, we get more background on Rowdy and Pepper's parents with a more in-depth look from Rowdy's childhood perspective, and Rowdy gets his perspective about cops switched around. More change is Rowdy falling in love and how he reacts to it…awwww…
What is it with bad guys who think that they can recoup their money from a man they never borrowed from??
LOL, wait'll you read that lunch scene with Avery's parents, the, ahem, ex-boyfriend, and Rowdy…oh, boy… Although, I think Rowdy misinterpreted Avery's purpose in bragging on him.
Hmm, I think Foster means that Fisher is a sadistic prick… This section is just stupid. Foster hasn't convinced me why Meyer is doing this nor is it believable, and Fisher is too unconvincing in his hesitancy.
Yeah, read it for the continuity and for the lead-ins for the next two installments, but buy it only if you have some spare cash lying around.
The Story
Rowdy has a very healthy sexual appetite, and if he can't get it one way, he'll get it another. Unfortunately, he can't seem to get it at all with Avery. And she's why he bought the bar.
The Characters
Avery Mullins was a waitress, and now she's the head bartender at Getting Rowdy. Meyer Sinclair is her successful stepfather. Her mother, Sonya, who does a lot of charity work, needs her back home. The obnoxious Fisher Holloway who only looks good in public.
Rowdy Yates is the new bar owner of Getting Rowdy. His sister, Pepper, is married to Detective Logan Riske from Run the Risk, 1. Jones is the new cook; Ella is one of three new waitresses. Logan's brother, Dash, makes an appearance, as does Lieutenant Margaret Pearson, Logan and Reese's boss. Detective Reese Barden is Riske's partner, and he and Alice are married (Bare It All, 2). Cash is their dog. They're all family, and Rowdy is a bit freaked about it, LOL.
Cannon Colter is a young man with a vision, his own small gang, and a neighbor of Avery's. Foster is setting him up for his own installment. I could wish there were more guys like this in the neighborhoods...
Marcus is the young son of Darrell.
The Cover
The cover is a gorgeous Rowdy filling out that black T-shirt as he leans on the pool table, a brick wall for a backdrop at his new place.
The title covers so many possibilities, LOL. Getting Rowdy is the name of the bar, the antics people get up to, and what Avery gets in the end. Hmmm, or should I say who Rowdy gets with in the end??�
It was a toss-up as to whether I'd rate it at a "2" or a "3"; I chose the "3" simply because I did enjoy Foster's sense of humor…and maybe I'm feeling hopeful…*cringe*…
My Take
I am a bit disappointed in this one. It's a good story, but Foster's writing is juvenile in this, too melodramatic, and the conflicting behaviors are too obvious. I'd expected better from her.
Dang, Rowdy is such a nice guy. Considerate, compassionate, and protective! I love that he's asking Avery's advice and ideas on how to rework the bar.
It drives me nuts how clueless Rowdy is in the beginning about how his behavior affects Avery, how it affects her choices. However, as the story unfolds, we do learn more about why he does act this way. Damned sad too. And another argument for preventing unlicensed baby production! Parents need to be licensed! Yes, Avery makes me a bit nuts as well. She's so naive and something of a hypocrite in her expectations. She wants a fling, but she also seems to want forever?? Was Foster in a hurry here?
It's also an example of how we're brought up. As individuals we have our own cultural expectations, and this is exactly what's happening between Avery and Rowdy.
Avery does have a point though. Most women want to feel special. They don't want to feel as though they're just one more notch on the bedpost.
I love this thought from Rowdy: "They'll actually get to keep him."
All the scenes with Marcus are so sweet and heartbreaking. Just another argument from me on licensing parents…
I do love that Rowdy isn't a rich boy, that he works hard to fix his place up and makes do with refurbished. As much fun as it is to read about people with lots of money, it's very satisfying to read about someone who pulls himself up as well. He's a good boss too; I love how he handles Ella. And I love his apartment…swoon… It would be so much fun to do up a loft apartment.
Naturally, we get more background on Rowdy and Pepper's parents with a more in-depth look from Rowdy's childhood perspective, and Rowdy gets his perspective about cops switched around. More change is Rowdy falling in love and how he reacts to it…awwww…
What is it with bad guys who think that they can recoup their money from a man they never borrowed from??
LOL, wait'll you read that lunch scene with Avery's parents, the, ahem, ex-boyfriend, and Rowdy…oh, boy… Although, I think Rowdy misinterpreted Avery's purpose in bragging on him.
Hmm, I think Foster means that Fisher is a sadistic prick… This section is just stupid. Foster hasn't convinced me why Meyer is doing this nor is it believable, and Fisher is too unconvincing in his hesitancy.
Yeah, read it for the continuity and for the lead-ins for the next two installments, but buy it only if you have some spare cash lying around.
The Story
Rowdy has a very healthy sexual appetite, and if he can't get it one way, he'll get it another. Unfortunately, he can't seem to get it at all with Avery. And she's why he bought the bar.
The Characters
Avery Mullins was a waitress, and now she's the head bartender at Getting Rowdy. Meyer Sinclair is her successful stepfather. Her mother, Sonya, who does a lot of charity work, needs her back home. The obnoxious Fisher Holloway who only looks good in public.
Rowdy Yates is the new bar owner of Getting Rowdy. His sister, Pepper, is married to Detective Logan Riske from Run the Risk, 1. Jones is the new cook; Ella is one of three new waitresses. Logan's brother, Dash, makes an appearance, as does Lieutenant Margaret Pearson, Logan and Reese's boss. Detective Reese Barden is Riske's partner, and he and Alice are married (Bare It All, 2). Cash is their dog. They're all family, and Rowdy is a bit freaked about it, LOL.
"'This big oaf came along as part of a package deal or something.'
'Can't you just feel the love?'"
Cannon Colter is a young man with a vision, his own small gang, and a neighbor of Avery's. Foster is setting him up for his own installment. I could wish there were more guys like this in the neighborhoods...
Marcus is the young son of Darrell.
The Cover
The cover is a gorgeous Rowdy filling out that black T-shirt as he leans on the pool table, a brick wall for a backdrop at his new place.
The title covers so many possibilities, LOL. Getting Rowdy is the name of the bar, the antics people get up to, and what Avery gets in the end. Hmmm, or should I say who Rowdy gets with in the end??�
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A bartender's past catches up to her and she turns to her boss for help. The opening scene is rather wtf, all reasons aside. I was rather meh about him at start, and she isn't impressive either. They do become more likeable - despite his faults, he's lethal, loyal protector, and his past made him the way he is. She's tough, and doesn't make bad decisions about her safety.
Their feelings were bubbling in the last books and it finally boils over, though there's still some dancing around. But their chemistry needed some time to get there. Their support for each other in dealing with their pasts helps to strengthen their connection and romance. No lack of steam between them! There's some good suspense, and it was nice to see the past MCs. Not a bad read - rocky start aside, there are still some good moments.
Their feelings were bubbling in the last books and it finally boils over, though there's still some dancing around. But their chemistry needed some time to get there. Their support for each other in dealing with their pasts helps to strengthen their connection and romance. No lack of steam between them! There's some good suspense, and it was nice to see the past MCs. Not a bad read - rocky start aside, there are still some good moments.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse
Where to start with Rowdy? Rowdy is a large presence in every room that he is in.
If you have read the Love Undercover Series from the beginning, you see Reese, Logan, Alice, and Pepper who have become a big part of Rowdy’s life. Rowdy is a big brother, protector, and has a troubled past that started with his childhood. Rowdy tells you what is on his mind, would give his life for those that are important to him, and uses his sexuality to escape his nightmares.
A child, Marcus, Rowdy risks his life to get him away from his deadbeat father. This one action shows us all what type of a person he truly is. In the first book, Run the Riske, Rowdy had his sister Pepper stashed in an apartment to protect her from a guy who murdered a city councilman and she witnessed the murder. He has a connection with Alice she was able to see who he was upon first meeting. In Getting Rowdy, Rowdy and Avery are skirting around each other, until he gets hurt upon which time she moves into his apartment to take care of him.
Avery gets word that he mother is sick and goes to visit. At which time he meets Avery’s nightmare. He moves her into his apartment to protect her from the guy that was after her. Rowdy does not believe he deserves the people in his life, happiness, or to begin a family of his own. At the end of Rowdy and Avery’s story, readers are in love with Rowdy wishing that the story would continue so we can see what he is going to do next. He may be one of the best characters created by Lori Foster.
Lori Foster is one of the best authors today. I have favorites of her books, just like I do other authors; When You Dare, Say No to Joe, Jamie, Simon Says, Hard to Handle; but Getting Rowdy is my all-time favorite. Rowdy and Avery are truly brought to life in this book, it feels as though you are there with them, it is easy to laugh, cry, and feel as though you are along for the ride.
If you have read the Love Undercover Series from the beginning, you see Reese, Logan, Alice, and Pepper who have become a big part of Rowdy’s life. Rowdy is a big brother, protector, and has a troubled past that started with his childhood. Rowdy tells you what is on his mind, would give his life for those that are important to him, and uses his sexuality to escape his nightmares.
A child, Marcus, Rowdy risks his life to get him away from his deadbeat father. This one action shows us all what type of a person he truly is. In the first book, Run the Riske, Rowdy had his sister Pepper stashed in an apartment to protect her from a guy who murdered a city councilman and she witnessed the murder. He has a connection with Alice she was able to see who he was upon first meeting. In Getting Rowdy, Rowdy and Avery are skirting around each other, until he gets hurt upon which time she moves into his apartment to take care of him.
Avery gets word that he mother is sick and goes to visit. At which time he meets Avery’s nightmare. He moves her into his apartment to protect her from the guy that was after her. Rowdy does not believe he deserves the people in his life, happiness, or to begin a family of his own. At the end of Rowdy and Avery’s story, readers are in love with Rowdy wishing that the story would continue so we can see what he is going to do next. He may be one of the best characters created by Lori Foster.
Lori Foster is one of the best authors today. I have favorites of her books, just like I do other authors; When You Dare, Say No to Joe, Jamie, Simon Says, Hard to Handle; but Getting Rowdy is my all-time favorite. Rowdy and Avery are truly brought to life in this book, it feels as though you are there with them, it is easy to laugh, cry, and feel as though you are along for the ride.
third in a series - maybe more to come. i like the characters and story line. i will keep reading lori foster. they are quick, fun reads.