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3.42 AVERAGE
3.42 AVERAGE
emotional
fast-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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Sexual content
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Sexual assault
Minor: Death of parent
4.25 Stars / 3.5 Steam Fans
CW: Classism, Revenge, Survivor Shelter
Video review available in Week 21: May 22 – May 28, 2022, total weekly book reviews on Steph's Romance Book Talk Patreon or coming soon for free.
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CW: Classism, Revenge, Survivor Shelter
Video review available in Week 21: May 22 – May 28, 2022, total weekly book reviews on Steph's Romance Book Talk Patreon or coming soon for free.
For other bookish content, check out my YouTube Channel: Steph's Romance Book Talk.
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Also reviewed on my blog All The Bookish Love
Disclaimer: I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own
This book was one of the best debut romance books I have read. Tracey Livesay really went above and beyond in creating this fun read. It had all the elements of a romance novel that I love and added in a few twists that I really enjoyed.
In this multi-cultural romance, race doesn’t matter. In fact the only that matters is Old Money and reputation. Because when a man wants something real bad, he’ll do anything to get it, even, even marry a woman he doesn’t know anything about. All he wants is a link to her surname. Luckily, the heroine in this book isn’t one of those ditzy, socialite types (Paris Hilton, need I say more?). She goes into the marriage with goals and desires of her own. Pretty great ones. Ones that will serve the community. She is pretty much all that is awesome wrapped into one. Armed with a law degree, she sets out to help woman who’ve been victims of domestic abuse, be it physical or emotional, and she’ll do anything to keep them in the safe place they are now.
Marcus has one thing on his mind (now, now, don’t start thinking dirty) and it’s to buy the hotel where his mother worked when he was a child. His hotness himself quickly finds himself falling for his fake wife, and that’s where the plot twists start rolling in. Because he ends up doing things that really make him seem like the world’s biggest ass. But he does make up for it in more ways than you could imagine.
I really liked this book. It had me hooked and I finished it in a couple of hours. The writing was superb, the storyline flowed and the thing I really loved? Not for one moment was race an issue. It’s a rare find in a world filled with romance novels. An one thing is for sure, if this book had me so completely enthralled, then I am definitely looking forward to reading more of Tracey Livesay’s work in the future.
Also reviewed on my blog All The Bookish Love
Disclaimer: I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own
This book was one of the best debut romance books I have read. Tracey Livesay really went above and beyond in creating this fun read. It had all the elements of a romance novel that I love and added in a few twists that I really enjoyed.
In this multi-cultural romance, race doesn’t matter. In fact the only that matters is Old Money and reputation. Because when a man wants something real bad, he’ll do anything to get it, even, even marry a woman he doesn’t know anything about. All he wants is a link to her surname. Luckily, the heroine in this book isn’t one of those ditzy, socialite types (Paris Hilton, need I say more?). She goes into the marriage with goals and desires of her own. Pretty great ones. Ones that will serve the community. She is pretty much all that is awesome wrapped into one. Armed with a law degree, she sets out to help woman who’ve been victims of domestic abuse, be it physical or emotional, and she’ll do anything to keep them in the safe place they are now.
Marcus has one thing on his mind (now, now, don’t start thinking dirty) and it’s to buy the hotel where his mother worked when he was a child. His hotness himself quickly finds himself falling for his fake wife, and that’s where the plot twists start rolling in. Because he ends up doing things that really make him seem like the world’s biggest ass. But he does make up for it in more ways than you could imagine.
I really liked this book. It had me hooked and I finished it in a couple of hours. The writing was superb, the storyline flowed and the thing I really loved? Not for one moment was race an issue. It’s a rare find in a world filled with romance novels. An one thing is for sure, if this book had me so completely enthralled, then I am definitely looking forward to reading more of Tracey Livesay’s work in the future.
I liked this book, it was cute and romantic, and sometimes a girl needs a good romance novel on the reading the list. The book is a quick read, it is a bit shy of 200 pages depending on the version you get, but sweet and decent. I enjoyed the plot and the way the story unfolded, the writing is good, and the pace is nice. Overall I would say it was a good read.
Thank you again Tracey Livesay! Yet another story that I could not put down, and could not stop smiling about. Each book I fall in love with the characters, and when the story ends it takes a piece of me with it.
Marcus and Pamela were a surprising couple. Marcus was a man on a mission, and he would not allow anyone to get in his way. When the proposition was made to marry Pamela it was beneficial for them both. Marcus could get his revenge, and Pamela could keep the shelter she poured her heart and soul into. It was to be a marriage of convenience until everything fell into place, but each kiss and each touch brought them towards a point of no return. When their feelings and desires began to get to real they each had a decision to make, and it could make or break everything.
Marcus had many moments where he was harsh and critical with his words and treatment of Pamela. Pamela was sweet, loyal, and dedicated. She was born and bred to be a socialite , and to marry for status. In a sense they were as different as night and day, but once they found a common ground there was nothing that could stop them together.
Marcus and Pamela were a surprising couple. Marcus was a man on a mission, and he would not allow anyone to get in his way. When the proposition was made to marry Pamela it was beneficial for them both. Marcus could get his revenge, and Pamela could keep the shelter she poured her heart and soul into. It was to be a marriage of convenience until everything fell into place, but each kiss and each touch brought them towards a point of no return. When their feelings and desires began to get to real they each had a decision to make, and it could make or break everything.
Marcus had many moments where he was harsh and critical with his words and treatment of Pamela. Pamela was sweet, loyal, and dedicated. She was born and bred to be a socialite , and to marry for status. In a sense they were as different as night and day, but once they found a common ground there was nothing that could stop them together.
Solid, but the multiple skin tone references threw me off. I like the other stories I’ve read of hers much better.
I am interested in Carter and Shelly though. I want to see them fall for each other 😏
I am interested in Carter and Shelly though. I want to see them fall for each other 😏
Marcus Pearson wanted to purchase the Holcombe Hotel for personal reasons but the owner only wanted to sell to someone with old money. Inherited money was "old money" and Marcus didn't inherit his money. He worked hard and earned every penny. Pamela Harrington wanted something from Marcus. He was the new owner of the G Street building that she wanted to buy. It housed the women's shelter that she volunteered for. They both wanted something from each other. She wanted his building and he wanted her name that was attached to her "old money". A perfect match...or is it?
This story unfolded at the perfect pace and the characters were well thought out. Marcus and Pamela were steaming up the pages of this book. I NOW HAVE A NEW APPRECIATION FOR BASEBALL! Read this fabulous book and you'll find out exactly what I'm talking about.
I was given a copy in exchange for an honest review.
This story unfolded at the perfect pace and the characters were well thought out. Marcus and Pamela were steaming up the pages of this book. I NOW HAVE A NEW APPRECIATION FOR BASEBALL! Read this fabulous book and you'll find out exactly what I'm talking about.
I was given a copy in exchange for an honest review.
I thought this was a fun, fast-paced romance from a debut author to watch. Marcus and Pamela have an electric relationship - the sparks can be felt from the very beginning, and it's impossible not to root for a happy ending. Each has baggage from the past that could derail their happiness, and the author allows her reader to understand the motives behind their sometimes seemingly poor decisions. The author is clearly a fan and student of contemporary romance, and this fits well in the genre. I thought the big "reveal" about the relationship between Pamela and her ex was a bit anticlimactic, and would love to see a more polished title, but overall was very entertained by the novel.
(I received a copy of this novel from the publisher via Netgalley for review in exchange for my honest opinion.)
(I received a copy of this novel from the publisher via Netgalley for review in exchange for my honest opinion.)
There's something about a grown ass woman getting berated by her father and completely cowed by him that just turns me completely off a heroine in a contemporary romance.