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vvreads's review
5.0
A must read!
This book has been on my ‘shelf’ for a while…. What was I thinking?!?!?!? I loved this story and cannot wait to devour more of the Codex series.
A fake relationship storyline is my favorite trope and this one doesn’t disappoint. Henry is adorably sweet, yet sex-on-a-stick steamy when he wants to be. Delilah is a strong, take-no-crap female who kicks butt while sweetly falling in love. The steamy chemistry, sexy fan-your-face scenes, suspenseful moments, and adorable moments make this book a must read!
This book has been on my ‘shelf’ for a while…. What was I thinking?!?!?!? I loved this story and cannot wait to devour more of the Codex series.
A fake relationship storyline is my favorite trope and this one doesn’t disappoint. Henry is adorably sweet, yet sex-on-a-stick steamy when he wants to be. Delilah is a strong, take-no-crap female who kicks butt while sweetly falling in love. The steamy chemistry, sexy fan-your-face scenes, suspenseful moments, and adorable moments make this book a must read!
nikitanavalkar's review against another edition
3.0
Keeping up with the Thornhills
Theoretically, this book has a great premise. Fake marriage, rare book theft intrigue, bougie Philly high society shenanigans, it’s all very Keeping up with the Joneses. But something felt off for me, it never feels high stakes as it should, and the suspense is nonexistent. In fact most of the book drags, and dare I say, is boring; even the romance, which is supposed to be slow burn (which this author usually does extremely well) but Henry and Delilah completely lacked the chemistry I’d want.
Maybe it was just me, but I couldn’t connect, with the characters or the story. It was like all the emotion in the book was muffled or something. Maybe I picked it up at a wrong time. The most interesting part of the book to me was the thief, go figure. That said, I do like the author’s writing a lot. And Abe and Freya intrigued me enough that I want their stories. Though I was really hoping they would be together.
Theoretically, this book has a great premise. Fake marriage, rare book theft intrigue, bougie Philly high society shenanigans, it’s all very Keeping up with the Joneses. But something felt off for me, it never feels high stakes as it should, and the suspense is nonexistent. In fact most of the book drags, and dare I say, is boring; even the romance, which is supposed to be slow burn (which this author usually does extremely well) but Henry and Delilah completely lacked the chemistry I’d want.
Maybe it was just me, but I couldn’t connect, with the characters or the story. It was like all the emotion in the book was muffled or something. Maybe I picked it up at a wrong time. The most interesting part of the book to me was the thief, go figure. That said, I do like the author’s writing a lot. And Abe and Freya intrigued me enough that I want their stories. Though I was really hoping they would be together.
jellbea's review against another edition
5.0
This is romantic suspense done absolutely right. The characters are wonderful, the plot is exciting without being too silly, and it is incredibly hot. So good.
red_enigma_94's review against another edition
5.0
What a divine romantic suspense that Ms. Nolan has graced us with! When I was reading Behind the Veil, all I could think was damn! This woman really has amazing talent! Seriously, I already knew that she was a special and gifted writer, but I was absolutely blown away by the fact that this is her first romantic suspense. I mean, if there was a standard to go by, I would have to say it was Nora Roberts calibur. Don't argue with me on that because I have read a LOT of Nora Roberts' books in my time, seen them turned into TV movies and what not, and on my shelf I would put Kathryn Nolan's newest release right beside hers. Yes! I said what I said! LOL!
Behind the Veil is sexy and super smart, and best of all, I got to live out all my nerdish romantic book fantasies with this fantastic story. I mean, hello?! What young girl hadn't dreamed of being an adventurous lady detective with mad deductive skills and could kick ass like no other?! No one else?! Just me?! LOL! Anyway, Delilah is the perfect heroine, and I could not help but to be drawn to her strength, her heart, her intelligence, her beauty and her vulnerability. And it did not hurt that she was super kick ass! At least Henry, our hero recognized that in her too:
"In the lingering moonlight, she looked gorgeous but fatal, like a Bond girl with a weapon."
And speaking of Henry--my, my, my! I have never in my life heard the discussion and history of books, art, and science in detail sound so intense and so sexy! Double swoon!
Again, Kathryn Nolan's character/story building skills are top notch and so on point, I watched this entire book play out in my head so vividly. The mystery was fascinating, and the chemistry and romance was sexy and beautiful. This story had so much substance, so much depth, and kept me intrigued . . . every . . . single . . . moment.
If I've said it once, twice, or a thousand times--Kathryn Nolan never disappoints!
Behind the Veil is sexy and super smart, and best of all, I got to live out all my nerdish romantic book fantasies with this fantastic story. I mean, hello?! What young girl hadn't dreamed of being an adventurous lady detective with mad deductive skills and could kick ass like no other?! No one else?! Just me?! LOL! Anyway, Delilah is the perfect heroine, and I could not help but to be drawn to her strength, her heart, her intelligence, her beauty and her vulnerability. And it did not hurt that she was super kick ass! At least Henry, our hero recognized that in her too:
"In the lingering moonlight, she looked gorgeous but fatal, like a Bond girl with a weapon."
And speaking of Henry--my, my, my! I have never in my life heard the discussion and history of books, art, and science in detail sound so intense and so sexy! Double swoon!
Again, Kathryn Nolan's character/story building skills are top notch and so on point, I watched this entire book play out in my head so vividly. The mystery was fascinating, and the chemistry and romance was sexy and beautiful. This story had so much substance, so much depth, and kept me intrigued . . . every . . . single . . . moment.
If I've said it once, twice, or a thousand times--Kathryn Nolan never disappoints!
jplotka14's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
inkiereads's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I’m always looking for great romantic suspense stories and this book is definitely a great one! I loved the tension in the story, both around the case and between Delilah and Henry. Can’t wait to continue the series!
Steam: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Steam: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
vvreads's review against another edition
5.0
A must read!
This book has been on my ‘shelf’ for a while…. What was I thinking?!?!?!? I loved this story and cannot wait to devour more of the Codex series.
A fake relationship storyline is my favorite trope and this one doesn’t disappoint. Henry is adorably sweet, yet sex-on-a-stick steamy when he wants to be. Delilah is a strong, take-no-crap female who kicks butt while sweetly falling in love. The steamy chemistry, sexy fan-your-face scenes, suspenseful moments, and adorable moments make this book a must read!
This book has been on my ‘shelf’ for a while…. What was I thinking?!?!?!? I loved this story and cannot wait to devour more of the Codex series.
A fake relationship storyline is my favorite trope and this one doesn’t disappoint. Henry is adorably sweet, yet sex-on-a-stick steamy when he wants to be. Delilah is a strong, take-no-crap female who kicks butt while sweetly falling in love. The steamy chemistry, sexy fan-your-face scenes, suspenseful moments, and adorable moments make this book a must read!
abmer's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
voracious_book_addict's review against another edition
4.0
Think National Treasure but way sexier and you hand Behind the Veil. It was full of intrigue and mystery and a bit of a slow burn with a sweet payoff. Kathryn Nolan is great when it comes intense intimacy and this book had me fanning myself.
I received an arc of this book and voluntarily give my review. I can’t wait for the next book in this series!
I received an arc of this book and voluntarily give my review. I can’t wait for the next book in this series!