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scrow1022's review
4.0
Asif & Chanté's backstory. Hugely interesting, super tease for the hope of an eventual HEA/HFN for them.
beesbookhollow's review against another edition
I’m a long time lover of Katrina Jackson and her works, it’s refreshing as a Black Reader to see myself in her characters time and time again while still getting a great story along the way. With that being said, this was yet another unforgettable read.
Chanté was a great lead, I loved her experience as a waitress at The Petal and her aspiration to be on stage with the other dancers. Her admiration of stripping and the time and talent the people performing take to make sure they give a good show (and make some coin) came off of the pages. Also, shout out to the sex worker positive story WE LOVE IT. The way that Chanté also ties in who she is now to her past growing up in group homes made for a self-aware but resourceful character. The point that sometimes dancers are also students just trying to put themselves through college is also great as well. Did I mention her being tech-savvy was sexy as hell? 10/10.
Asif was the sexiest secret agent I have ever read about, and his cover story while being on a dangerous mission while having money had me ready to put my platforms on with Chanté and dance too honey. He was all about Chanté and accepting her for who she was while still putting an emphasis on her comfort and being truthful (or as honest as circumstance would allow) I loved that he pushed her to go for something she was afraid of and never doubted her. I love that he was so in tune with her in every scene and his parts were great at adding integral plots to the story while Chanté still gave you a character line; it was a wonderful balance.
The sexual scenes were on point as always and you even get a little threesome action at one point. These two were hot to say the least and I could take a few hundred more pages if the universe would be so willing. They were great at banter and playing up on the others needs and the submission from Asif with Chanté made this man that much more attractive. Not to mention he has MONEY.
I just found myself wanting more after it was over and I’m now speeding to read the rest of this series. It was a “read in one sitting” kind of romance and I’m here for every single page and paragraph.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Chanté was a great lead, I loved her experience as a waitress at The Petal and her aspiration to be on stage with the other dancers. Her admiration of stripping and the time and talent the people performing take to make sure they give a good show (and make some coin) came off of the pages. Also, shout out to the sex worker positive story WE LOVE IT. The way that Chanté also ties in who she is now to her past growing up in group homes made for a self-aware but resourceful character. The point that sometimes dancers are also students just trying to put themselves through college is also great as well. Did I mention her being tech-savvy was sexy as hell? 10/10.
Asif was the sexiest secret agent I have ever read about, and his cover story while being on a dangerous mission while having money had me ready to put my platforms on with Chanté and dance too honey. He was all about Chanté and accepting her for who she was while still putting an emphasis on her comfort and being truthful (or as honest as circumstance would allow) I loved that he pushed her to go for something she was afraid of and never doubted her. I love that he was so in tune with her in every scene and his parts were great at adding integral plots to the story while Chanté still gave you a character line; it was a wonderful balance.
The sexual scenes were on point as always and you even get a little threesome action at one point. These two were hot to say the least and I could take a few hundred more pages if the universe would be so willing. They were great at banter and playing up on the others needs and the submission from Asif with Chanté made this man that much more attractive. Not to mention he has MONEY.
I just found myself wanting more after it was over and I’m now speeding to read the rest of this series. It was a “read in one sitting” kind of romance and I’m here for every single page and paragraph.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
arcookson's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
terriaminute's review
informative
fast-paced
4.0
If you have read any of the The Spies Who Loved Her series, you've met Chanté and you know she loathes/loves Asif.
This is why.
I only give it four stars because it makes me unhappy. I'll make up for it when she gets her happy ending. ;)
This is why.
I only give it four stars because it makes me unhappy. I'll make up for it when she gets her happy ending. ;)
trinielf's review
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
4.0
I NEED MOOOOOOORE. Yes ok I know this is a prequel to how Chante and Asif met and we'll probably get their full book somedayyyy, hopefully soon, but I want more nowwww!!
This book was excellent and Chante is a goddess and I'm gonna need Asif to get it together ok?? Cuz she deserves he world. This made me emotional because together they are perfection.
I loved how Katrina shows that Chante wants to be a dancer where she currently works as a waitress and she's in awe of the other dancers. She looks at them with reverence. They're never portrayed in a negative light which is always refreshing. And Asif and Chante's interactions...my gawwwwd!! the chemistry from the moment they meet.
Loved them. Loved this book. Need moooore
Also as a side note i'm gonna need a whole book about Joi please and thanks
This book was excellent and Chante is a goddess and I'm gonna need Asif to get it together ok?? Cuz she deserves he world. This made me emotional because together they are perfection.
I loved how Katrina shows that Chante wants to be a dancer where she currently works as a waitress and she's in awe of the other dancers. She looks at them with reverence. They're never portrayed in a negative light which is always refreshing. And Asif and Chante's interactions...my gawwwwd!! the chemistry from the moment they meet.
Loved them. Loved this book. Need moooore
Also as a side note i'm gonna need a whole book about Joi please and thanks
waywardtomes's review
fast-paced
5.0
I may have read Bright Lights without reading the rest of The Spies Who Loved Her books however, that did not take away from this at all. I loved it so much and it left me wanting more. I already had plans to read as much of Katrina Jackson's books as I can this year and I will very much be continuing with that plan and hopefully reading The Spies Who Loved Her books first. I love the way Asif and Chanté are with each other. Supportive partners who believe in you without doubt is honestly the best and everyone deserves that. This book was hot and charming and just everything. I love Chanté. I hope she gives Asif and the Agency so much trouble in the future and makes bank while doing it. If you are into STEAMY romance which I hope you are otherwise why are you here? Then you should definitely be picking up Bright Lights and everything else Katrina Jackson writes.
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