Julie Particka

Cute rom-com, even if I didn't connect to the heroine (Alexa) much. (It's not her fault; I'm not a mom, and we have different interests. For example, I loved all of the geeky quotes and references said by our hero, Marshall, even when they annoyed Alexa.) I enjoyed it even without that connection to Alexa. I had more than enough in common with Marshall for me to be rooting for the romance to work. I also really loved the way Alexa's sons were written, and I appreciate that they felt very realistic. It's nice to read a book where the kids feel appropriate for the ages they're supposed to be.

There were no unanticipated twists in this book, but that was perfectly fine. I didn't read it for twists; I read it for a sexy feel-good romance, and that's exactly what I got.… (más)

The Sutherlands are like most any other family except they are wealthy. More money, more problems. Within this family lies mistrust, estrangement and turbulance but what I found encouraging is despite all the chaos when the chips were down they united to help their own. That's the definition of family. I can honestly say these characters are unlike any other but the authors all brought something to the table to make this anthology a magnificent find. I received an ARC of The Sutherlands in exchange for an honest review.… (más)

Bright lights, big city ...love triangle?

Julie Particka is known for her sexy stories. Though Playing the Perfect Boyfriend does not lack for heat, it is abundant in laughs and tackles some serious stereotyping. For instance, I thought it was great that the woman was not getting played as much as she was pulling the strings. Usually, it's the opposite. I also liked the hint of younger man, older woman. Another stereotype that is usually the other way around. I received Playing the Perfect Boyfriend in exchange for an honest review. It's not rocket science, it's great entertainment.

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Having just gotten out of a toxic relationship Vicky does not trust herself. Existing in a rut. she has decided that she wants to end her self imposed drought. One night of no strings, blow her mind, sultry fun. That decisions backfires when it brings her face to face with Dante. When she looks at Dante she trouble with a capital T. Her brain tells her no but her body is saying yes. Dante and Vicky are cute. They push each others buttons because they connection has always been strong between them. Listening to others is what interfered with them exploring the magnetic chemistry that has been obvious from the very beginning. I also loved the way Dante was so protective of Vicky. It bordered on obsession. Exploring their feelings may have been a bad decision, but making bad decisions has never hurt so good. Blackmailed by the Hero is attention grabbing, electric, comedic and hot. Very good read. I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review. Am quickly becoming a Julie Particka fan.… (más)