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3.6 AVERAGE
3.6 AVERAGE
Standard romantic suspense. I enjoyed it but there was nothing unexpected or out of the ordinary.
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Really enjoyed this one!
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4.5 Stars
Whenever I need a sweet, sexy story I can always count on a Lori Foster book to hit the spot. Don't Tempt Me was exactly the book I needed to take my mind off of life.
I loved the slow-building but chemistry filled connection between Jason and Honor. Shirtless Jason with his hands that built things of beauty and Honor with her secrets and her proceed with caution shell were a perfect match for each other. I love that Jason didn't play games or beat around he bush when it came to his feelings for Honor but that he was patient with her and respected her need for independence. He's just about as perfect as a BBF can be.
I was also a fan of the secondary romance brewing between Lexie and another one of the neighborhood hotties. I can see how some readers might see it as distracting from the main romance between Honor and Jason but I think it added another dimension to the story that made it just that much more interesting.
If you like low-angst, sexy stories with guys who are good with their hands, you'll love this one!
*I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
Whenever I need a sweet, sexy story I can always count on a Lori Foster book to hit the spot. Don't Tempt Me was exactly the book I needed to take my mind off of life.
I loved the slow-building but chemistry filled connection between Jason and Honor. Shirtless Jason with his hands that built things of beauty and Honor with her secrets and her proceed with caution shell were a perfect match for each other. I love that Jason didn't play games or beat around he bush when it came to his feelings for Honor but that he was patient with her and respected her need for independence. He's just about as perfect as a BBF can be.
I was also a fan of the secondary romance brewing between Lexie and another one of the neighborhood hotties. I can see how some readers might see it as distracting from the main romance between Honor and Jason but I think it added another dimension to the story that made it just that much more interesting.
If you like low-angst, sexy stories with guys who are good with their hands, you'll love this one!
*I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
Another winner from Lori Foster! I can't wait to read the next book in this series—though I'll admit I was a little leery when it looked like this book was about two couples instead of one. I'm usually not a fan of those types of books, but this one was done extremely well. I didn't feel like the second couple (who barely gets any page time) were taking away from the story at all (as they tend to do in other books). In fact, they added to the story, and their coming together made sense to the plot. Excellent book, though Honor's stubbornness did get on my nerves the tiniest of bits, I eventually understood where she was coming from, and it made sense. :)
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3.5 Stars!This was a sweet story!
I really liked the Guthrie's. I loved how willing to help Honor and Lexi they were, even if they (*ahem* Jason *ahem*) were a little surprised at the fact that it was Honor moving in. In general, I loved the way that whole neighborhood kind of rallied around each other.
In general, Jason was just awesome. I loved how caring he was and how much he loved his family. Even though he was kind of mad at Hogan because he'd sort of gone and buried his head in the sand, he still did his best to help Hogan and Colt get settled. I loved how much he cared for Honor (after getting over the initial shock of the fact that it was Honor moving in, of course); even before he knew all her secrets, he could tell that she needed something. I also loved how much he strove to prove that he cared for her and how he wanted to protect her from all the things. I really liked the way he handled the zoo when they were at the hospital.
Honor was intriguing. It was interesting watching her try to take care of her house and also deny her attraction to Jason (which failed miserably, I might add XD). Of course, I also kind of wanted to smack her because she spent so much time trying to prove to everyone (herself) that she could be independent. On the one hand, I could see it; admittedly, my family situation isn't anywhere near as bad as hers is, but I can understand the need to be independent and not wanting to be a burden on people. On the other, I also know the difference between being a "burden" and accepting help from people. Granted, she didn't have the best examples but still, she had Lexi.
Speaking of Lexi, she was a hoot. I loved how she was such a manipulator but always did it to help out Honor. She was such a great friend and I really loved how much she truly was Honor's family. I did find myself giggling the first time she met Sullivan with the plant. And then giggling when she decided she was going to get him more interested. That being said, I did find myself wishing there had been more of the Lexi/Sullivan storyline. It was specifically mentioned on the back cover, so I was expecting a little more on the two of them. I did like what we got and was really excited that Sullivan finally realized he'd been an idiot, but I still wanted more.
I did think the whole thing with the people trying to break into Honor's house was way out of nowhere. I feel like it would have been a little bit better if it had ended up being some of the zoo trying to get a hold of Hugh's money. The fact that it wasn't, again, just came out of left field and felt like it had no play on the rest of things, other than again showing how much that neighborhood really cared for each other.
What an incredibly sweet read! Don’t Tempt Me is an excellent read that celebrates family, friends, and love.
I find it very interesting that two couples’ stories unfold throughout Don’t Tempt Me. I don’t think I’ve read too many stories in the same vein. Admittedly, the main focus is on Jason and Honor, but we definitely get more than a glance at the evolving romance between Lexie and Sullivan. I may have even liked to see a little bit more of Lexie and Sullivan–one more scene that was theirs and theirs alone. Nonetheless, what we did see of them was satisfying.
Now…Jason, Hogan, and Colt are seriously bae. They are an impressive family unit, and I admire them so–especially Colt and his endearing personality. That boy has manners. SWOON. The Guthrie men are not only handsome, but incredibly kind. They never hesitate to help a stranger or a friend, and I just can’t get over how genuine they are as characters. The men are definitely my favorite part of this book.
Honor is just as kind–maybe even more so. But she is also incredibly stubborn and while I can see where that stubborn independence stemmed from, I couldn’t always fully understand her reluctance to accept help. Thankfully, Jason helped her realize that accepting help is not a weakness. The two really are a great couple, and I look forward to seeing more of them in the next book, which I have a feeling will be even better than Don’t Tempt Me. How could it not? We already had a front row seat to the sexual tension between Hogan and Violet, and it was spectacular. I want more! I hope Nathan meets a lady in the next book, too. (;
Don’t Tempt Me is the perfect read for those looking to get away from the dark reality of today’s world. It’s a super light, easy read that will leave you remarkably giddy and hopeful.
I find it very interesting that two couples’ stories unfold throughout Don’t Tempt Me. I don’t think I’ve read too many stories in the same vein. Admittedly, the main focus is on Jason and Honor, but we definitely get more than a glance at the evolving romance between Lexie and Sullivan. I may have even liked to see a little bit more of Lexie and Sullivan–one more scene that was theirs and theirs alone. Nonetheless, what we did see of them was satisfying.
Now…Jason, Hogan, and Colt are seriously bae. They are an impressive family unit, and I admire them so–especially Colt and his endearing personality. That boy has manners. SWOON. The Guthrie men are not only handsome, but incredibly kind. They never hesitate to help a stranger or a friend, and I just can’t get over how genuine they are as characters. The men are definitely my favorite part of this book.
Honor is just as kind–maybe even more so. But she is also incredibly stubborn and while I can see where that stubborn independence stemmed from, I couldn’t always fully understand her reluctance to accept help. Thankfully, Jason helped her realize that accepting help is not a weakness. The two really are a great couple, and I look forward to seeing more of them in the next book, which I have a feeling will be even better than Don’t Tempt Me. How could it not? We already had a front row seat to the sexual tension between Hogan and Violet, and it was spectacular. I want more! I hope Nathan meets a lady in the next book, too. (;
Don’t Tempt Me is the perfect read for those looking to get away from the dark reality of today’s world. It’s a super light, easy read that will leave you remarkably giddy and hopeful.
I liked all of the characters, and the story was fine, but I felt like the telling of it just skimmed over the surface the whole way. I wanted more depth--more in the main characters so I could see WHY they felt so strongly about each other, and more in the conflict itself which was, frankly, a bit weak. I kept feeling like there was some artificial barrier between me and the main couple so that I could see but not feel what was developing. Not at all what I look for in a romance. So it was okay, but not great. I know that Lori Foster is a popular author, so I may give her another try.
Lori Foster is pretty much always a safe bet for me. I always love her stories, characters, tone, and HEAs! This was no different, other than that the story itself was a bit of a departure for her. There were 2 different couples that were focused on in this book, though one more significantly than the other. Also, many of the other side characters were awesome, and some of them will have their story told in the second book of this duology, out next year.
Jason Guthrie is now living in the house he grew up in, which he bought from his dad when he retired to Florida. He's fixed it up, and put a lot of work, and love into it. The town they live in was in a bit of a shambles, but it's on the rise again, as people like him have been buying homes and fixing them up to help rehab the area. He's quite the craftsman/jack of all trades. He can build anything, or fix anything, and everyone in town pays him to do work for them. He has his older brother, and his teenage nephew living with him as well, as they are going through quite a rough patch. Overall, he's a great guy and a great neighbor to have.
Honor moves in next door, into her very first home. It's quite ramshackle at the moment, but she has big plans for it. She meets the guys when she pulls into the driveway with her rented moving truck, and takes out their garbage cans. Her best friend Lexie is with her to help Honor move in. She's quite the flirt, and not shy at all, unlike Honor. She strikes up a conversation with the guys and they offer to help unload her truck. Honor is very uncomfortable with this. She grew up learning to never depend on anyone but herself, and wears her independence like a badge of honor (no pun intended). She can't handle the idea of these guys she doesn't know helping her, just to be nice. They all basically bully her into letting them help, so she goes along, for a while. While unpacking, the guys inform her all about the neighborhood, and their other new neighbors, one of whom is the sheriff.
Jason is attracted to Honor right away, but he is very concerned about her living there alone. While the area is on the upswing, there is still some crime, and riff-raff around, and he doesn't like the idea of her being alone, and tells her so. She is highly offended by this, of course. So, they get off a bit on the wrong foot. Meanwhile, one of the other neighbors, Sullivan, shows up, and Lexie really takes a liking to him and vice versa. The main issue is that Sullivan has the idea that Lexie is a party girl, which is partially true, but he doesn't take her interest very seriously. They go back and forth, while we get to see Jason and Honor's story really take hold. They really learn about each other and have a bit of a slow burn, and I really liked their chemistry. Lexie and Sullivan's story is interspersed in there as well, and though they get physical more quickly, their "relationship" is definitely slower to come. A lot of misjudgment takes place that throws them off track.
I really enjoyed this book. I liked the focus switching between the 2 love stories. I really loved many of the side characters, and can't wait to see what's to come for them in the 2nd book. I also really hated poor Honor's terrible excuse for a family. They were absolutely wretched and horrible to her, for basically no reason at all. Lori really has a unique ability to write a villain where you want to reach right into the book and give them a smack. It really gives you another layer that makes you feel involved in the world she's created, and I love that! I'm very much looking forward to the next book in this set. Can't wait to see what happens with Jason's brother Hogan, and the good sheriff, Nathan!
Jason Guthrie is now living in the house he grew up in, which he bought from his dad when he retired to Florida. He's fixed it up, and put a lot of work, and love into it. The town they live in was in a bit of a shambles, but it's on the rise again, as people like him have been buying homes and fixing them up to help rehab the area. He's quite the craftsman/jack of all trades. He can build anything, or fix anything, and everyone in town pays him to do work for them. He has his older brother, and his teenage nephew living with him as well, as they are going through quite a rough patch. Overall, he's a great guy and a great neighbor to have.
Honor moves in next door, into her very first home. It's quite ramshackle at the moment, but she has big plans for it. She meets the guys when she pulls into the driveway with her rented moving truck, and takes out their garbage cans. Her best friend Lexie is with her to help Honor move in. She's quite the flirt, and not shy at all, unlike Honor. She strikes up a conversation with the guys and they offer to help unload her truck. Honor is very uncomfortable with this. She grew up learning to never depend on anyone but herself, and wears her independence like a badge of honor (no pun intended). She can't handle the idea of these guys she doesn't know helping her, just to be nice. They all basically bully her into letting them help, so she goes along, for a while. While unpacking, the guys inform her all about the neighborhood, and their other new neighbors, one of whom is the sheriff.
Jason is attracted to Honor right away, but he is very concerned about her living there alone. While the area is on the upswing, there is still some crime, and riff-raff around, and he doesn't like the idea of her being alone, and tells her so. She is highly offended by this, of course. So, they get off a bit on the wrong foot. Meanwhile, one of the other neighbors, Sullivan, shows up, and Lexie really takes a liking to him and vice versa. The main issue is that Sullivan has the idea that Lexie is a party girl, which is partially true, but he doesn't take her interest very seriously. They go back and forth, while we get to see Jason and Honor's story really take hold. They really learn about each other and have a bit of a slow burn, and I really liked their chemistry. Lexie and Sullivan's story is interspersed in there as well, and though they get physical more quickly, their "relationship" is definitely slower to come. A lot of misjudgment takes place that throws them off track.
I really enjoyed this book. I liked the focus switching between the 2 love stories. I really loved many of the side characters, and can't wait to see what's to come for them in the 2nd book. I also really hated poor Honor's terrible excuse for a family. They were absolutely wretched and horrible to her, for basically no reason at all. Lori really has a unique ability to write a villain where you want to reach right into the book and give them a smack. It really gives you another layer that makes you feel involved in the world she's created, and I love that! I'm very much looking forward to the next book in this set. Can't wait to see what happens with Jason's brother Hogan, and the good sheriff, Nathan!
In Lori Foster's "Don't Tempt Me," Honor Brown moves into a ramshackle house surrounded by a plethora of hot, macho neighbors--the hottest and machoest of them all being Jason Guthrie, who's got his own problems helping his widowed brother get back on his feet. Jason likes to fix things, Honor has secrets and baggage, and drama and romance ensue.
"Don't Tempt Me" is pretty standard Foster fare--Honor is beautiful but doesn't know it, innocently sexy, just waiting for the right guy to help her unleash the sexual tiger within. Or something. Jason is bossy, a bit chauvinistic, and all about his heroine and helping out his neighbors and family. At some point, Foster's characters have started to feel interchangeable, and while the story was cute and had some really great moments (Jason's talks with his brother, Jason's nephew and his new dog, and Jason helping Honor through a difficult experience midway through the story are all pretty heartwarming), I feel like I've read this story from Foster before. While it was enjoyable, it wasn't particularly memorable, but it's a good start to a series I'll probably continue to read.
Jason's friend Sullivan Dean and Lexie Perkins, Honor's friend, are mentioned in the official synopsis but they get maybe a quarter of the page time (despite being, in my opinion, the more interesting couple). Definitely would have loved to see more time spent on them.
"Don't Tempt Me" is pretty standard Foster fare--Honor is beautiful but doesn't know it, innocently sexy, just waiting for the right guy to help her unleash the sexual tiger within. Or something. Jason is bossy, a bit chauvinistic, and all about his heroine and helping out his neighbors and family. At some point, Foster's characters have started to feel interchangeable, and while the story was cute and had some really great moments (Jason's talks with his brother, Jason's nephew and his new dog, and Jason helping Honor through a difficult experience midway through the story are all pretty heartwarming), I feel like I've read this story from Foster before. While it was enjoyable, it wasn't particularly memorable, but it's a good start to a series I'll probably continue to read.
Jason's friend Sullivan Dean and Lexie Perkins, Honor's friend, are mentioned in the official synopsis but they get maybe a quarter of the page time (despite being, in my opinion, the more interesting couple). Definitely would have loved to see more time spent on them.