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genderqueer_hiker's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.75
arimcewan's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
samanthamarie's review against another edition
4.0
I liked this book more than I expected to given the title.
I like Arden a lot but I’m not sure if even like Caspian? Their dynamic is odd and getting anything out of him is like pulling teeth. His affection is all over the place and I’m just not quite sure what his angle is.
It’s a wonder to me that I enjoyed this as much as I did. I’m not typically into stories where the love interest is cold and makes the mc feel less than great. Caspian does … his best? But not always. He’s a billionaire, he should understand on that level at least to call when you’re not going to be able to make it. He has an assistant (who maybe has a personality but we don’t see him much) who could also be more forthcoming at least with the man’s schedule?
It’s just an odd relationship and it seems like I hate it but I don’t. I think Arden is great. He’s open and honest about his feelings and how he wants to be treated (or at least how he doesn’t). I’m looking forward to seeing Caspian open up more in return, it seems unfair to Arden to have to beg for scraps from a man who claims to want to give him everything?
Steam: There’s sex of course but it’s a lot less steamy than it seems. Sex with Caspian seems like it takes all of 30 seconds.
I like Arden a lot but I’m not sure if even like Caspian? Their dynamic is odd and getting anything out of him is like pulling teeth. His affection is all over the place and I’m just not quite sure what his angle is.
It’s a wonder to me that I enjoyed this as much as I did. I’m not typically into stories where the love interest is cold and makes the mc feel less than great. Caspian does … his best? But not always. He’s a billionaire, he should understand on that level at least to call when you’re not going to be able to make it. He has an assistant (who maybe has a personality but we don’t see him much) who could also be more forthcoming at least with the man’s schedule?
It’s just an odd relationship and it seems like I hate it but I don’t. I think Arden is great. He’s open and honest about his feelings and how he wants to be treated (or at least how he doesn’t). I’m looking forward to seeing Caspian open up more in return, it seems unfair to Arden to have to beg for scraps from a man who claims to want to give him everything?
Steam: There’s sex of course but it’s a lot less steamy than it seems. Sex with Caspian seems like it takes all of 30 seconds.
sasreadsthings's review against another edition
5.0
YES THIS BOOK IS GOOD
IT HAS ALL THE THINGS I LIKE
i can't do proper words
they mention carcassonne!! it has a pansexual MC!!!
IT HAS ALL THE THINGS I LIKE
i can't do proper words
they mention carcassonne!! it has a pansexual MC!!!
norwayellesea's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 stars
With his finals looming in the not so distant future, Oxford student Arden St. Ives has no idea what to do with his life once he graduates. After volunteering for a charity event, he crosses paths with Caspian Hart, a former student who is now a self-made billionaire. Their attraction is mutual when they meet-up and Caspian offers Arden an opportunity he can't refuse, not knowing where it will lead for either man.
When an Oxford student calls Caspian Hart to ask for a donation for his Alma mater, he's captivated by the voice on the end of the phone so much, he takes up the cheeky students offer to attend a fund-raiser at St. Sebastian's Hall. He's instantly attracted to Arden St. Ives, yet he knows their time together will only be short. However, the bubbly, fun student makes it clear he wants his body and soul. It's something Caspian can't agree.
Arden-likeable, needy, camp and fun. He's naive in believing he can be what Caspian wants, not knowing what that means. He constantly pushes the more restraint Caspian but doesn't understand why he can't get this gorgeous man to offer more of himself. Enigmatic Caspian Hart doesn't understand why what he offers in way of a relationship isn't sufficient. He's emotionally closed off for a reason and doesn't want to expose Arden to a part of his persona he struggles with.
Many have made comparisons to Fifty Shades Of Grey series, but as I've never read those novels I can only convey my thoughts about How To Bang a Billionaire. The title didn't really sell this book to me, but after reading about Arden, who narrates this story and Caspian, it is very apt and tongue in cheek!!
I thoroughly enjoyed the author's writing style, it's witty and entertaining and he conveys the protagonist's emotions perfectly. When I began reading this novel, I wasn't aware this was the beginning of a series, but as I'm invested in Caspian and Arden, I'm looking forward to discovering what Alexis Hall has planned for them next.
***arc generously received courtesy of Forever Yours Publishing via NetGalley***
With his finals looming in the not so distant future, Oxford student Arden St. Ives has no idea what to do with his life once he graduates. After volunteering for a charity event, he crosses paths with Caspian Hart, a former student who is now a self-made billionaire. Their attraction is mutual when they meet-up and Caspian offers Arden an opportunity he can't refuse, not knowing where it will lead for either man.
When an Oxford student calls Caspian Hart to ask for a donation for his Alma mater, he's captivated by the voice on the end of the phone so much, he takes up the cheeky students offer to attend a fund-raiser at St. Sebastian's Hall. He's instantly attracted to Arden St. Ives, yet he knows their time together will only be short. However, the bubbly, fun student makes it clear he wants his body and soul. It's something Caspian can't agree.
Arden-likeable, needy, camp and fun. He's naive in believing he can be what Caspian wants, not knowing what that means. He constantly pushes the more restraint Caspian but doesn't understand why he can't get this gorgeous man to offer more of himself. Enigmatic Caspian Hart doesn't understand why what he offers in way of a relationship isn't sufficient. He's emotionally closed off for a reason and doesn't want to expose Arden to a part of his persona he struggles with.
Many have made comparisons to Fifty Shades Of Grey series, but as I've never read those novels I can only convey my thoughts about How To Bang a Billionaire. The title didn't really sell this book to me, but after reading about Arden, who narrates this story and Caspian, it is very apt and tongue in cheek!!
I thoroughly enjoyed the author's writing style, it's witty and entertaining and he conveys the protagonist's emotions perfectly. When I began reading this novel, I wasn't aware this was the beginning of a series, but as I'm invested in Caspian and Arden, I'm looking forward to discovering what Alexis Hall has planned for them next.
***arc generously received courtesy of Forever Yours Publishing via NetGalley***
wildfaeriecaps's review against another edition
5.0
Okay, the title is cringe and the setting is contemporary and that sets me up for: why did I buy this? The answer is that Alexis Hall writes delightful characters. That's why. I loved this book more than I could possibly have expected. Arden owns my whole heart. I love everything about him--his insecurities coupled with pride in being himself, his uncertainty and utter surety. He's the best contradiction ever.
And Caspian? I look forward to seeing what happens with him. There's history there. And trauma. But I have faith that Alexis will take us on a journey that doesn't completely annihilate my heart.
And Caspian? I look forward to seeing what happens with him. There's history there. And trauma. But I have faith that Alexis will take us on a journey that doesn't completely annihilate my heart.
norassick's review against another edition
3.0
Not their personal best because arden had the personality of a slobbering puppy and Caspian had huge go girl give us nothing energy but i love alexis hall so like the three stars are because this is a work they produced. It's a 2 star book at best. Was so hard to get through.
pattydsf's review against another edition
2.0
If I had known this was based on Fifty Shades of Gray, I probably would not have bothered. I just didn't know. My other problem is that this book does not really have a HEA, which means, for me, it is not a romance. Therefore it was not the book I wanted.
rynwyn's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5