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readingonfordearlife's review against another edition
2.0
Not so great writing and a pretty weak story. Not sure why this book was so high on the Kindle bestselling list, but it was only $1.99. I feel no desire to continue reading the series.
felyn's review against another edition
3.0
Okay, so three brothers own and run a completely illegal club in Florida. Downstairs and the next couple floors up are perfectly normal: dance floor, alcohol, a party every night of the week. But on the top floor, that's where all the real fun happens. That's where these brothers ensure the club's members' fantasies come to life. For some, that's a simple as a chat with an attractive partner. For others... well, a birthday party with a Roman orgy theme is mentioned in the book.
This first book in the (typical formula for erotica) series is about Cassian, or Cash as he's called. He needs a new admin assistant, and he hires the friend of one of the club's members. And of course, they fall for one another not-so-slowly... culminating in a mostly-innocent meeting in one of the top floor's rooms. It's actually a pretty good read, and I'll likely end up buying the next books to see what's what with the other two brothers. Very mild D/s in the form of blindfolds and obedience, but nothing scandalous or hardcore. ;)
Couple things:
- While there is totally a HEA here, there is also annoying OOC flip-flopping by both Cassian and Olivia during the conflict stage. It nearly ruined the book for me, and I rolled my eyes super hard more than once.
- There's an attempted rape scene. Fair warning. It... wasn't actually solely treated as a plot device, but it was there and I feel readers should always be made aware of such things.
This first book in the (typical formula for erotica) series is about Cassian, or Cash as he's called. He needs a new admin assistant, and he hires the friend of one of the club's members. And of course, they fall for one another not-so-slowly... culminating in a mostly-innocent meeting in one of the top floor's rooms. It's actually a pretty good read, and I'll likely end up buying the next books to see what's what with the other two brothers. Very mild D/s in the form of blindfolds and obedience, but nothing scandalous or hardcore. ;)
Couple things:
- While there is totally a HEA here, there is also annoying OOC flip-flopping by both Cassian and Olivia during the conflict stage. It nearly ruined the book for me, and I rolled my eyes super hard more than once.
- There's an attempted rape scene. Fair warning. It... wasn't actually solely treated as a plot device, but it was there and I feel readers should always be made aware of such things.
amb3reads's review
3.0
3 out of 5 Stars
Temptation is book 1 in the Club X Series. I liked Temptation and can't wait to continue with the series. I loved Olivia and Cassian.
Temptation is book 1 in the Club X Series. I liked Temptation and can't wait to continue with the series. I loved Olivia and Cassian.
argyledinosaur's review against another edition
4.0
I started out this book thinking it was going to be a quick read because it was relatively short and a contemporary romance. Not exactly rocket science. I didn't, however, expect to enjoy it as much as I did.
One thing I look for in romances is consent. I look for it like it's my job. Given the sex ed that we're subjected to, I put a HUGE emphasis on seeing consent being given in the romance books I read, because a lot of romances that rely on power dynamics just kind of ignore it, and that's not okay. But this book right here? I approve. The sex was always consensual and consent was enthusiastically given, usually in something as simple as "I want you now" that's still sexy, but obviously consent is being given. Love it.
The story is definitely trope-y, in the best ways and the worst ways. The ex that comes in and ruins everything, the clueless protags, the mutual pining, the male best friend trying to assault the female protag and the male protag coming to save the day. I could probably go on, but I think that just about covers it all.
All in all, this is a very enjoyable read. The only real thing I would change about it is the male best friend attempting to assault the female protag. Like, we've seen this done countless times, and even if the author felt the need to keep that in there, have the characters CALL THE DAMN COPS.
One thing I look for in romances is consent. I look for it like it's my job. Given the sex ed that we're subjected to, I put a HUGE emphasis on seeing consent being given in the romance books I read, because a lot of romances that rely on power dynamics just kind of ignore it, and that's not okay. But this book right here? I approve. The sex was always consensual and consent was enthusiastically given, usually in something as simple as "I want you now" that's still sexy, but obviously consent is being given. Love it.
The story is definitely trope-y, in the best ways and the worst ways. The ex that comes in and ruins everything, the clueless protags, the mutual pining, the male best friend trying to assault the female protag and the male protag coming to save the day. I could probably go on, but I think that just about covers it all.
All in all, this is a very enjoyable read. The only real thing I would change about it is the male best friend attempting to assault the female protag. Like, we've seen this done countless times, and even if the author felt the need to keep that in there, have the characters CALL THE DAMN COPS.
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