Review: Love!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 18, 2014
I had the privilege of being a Beta Reader for Skye Turner's novella, Alluring Ties. It is the untold back story of Alexia Sloane's two best friends, Bradi St. James and Erik Jenson. This was a companion novella to Alluring Turmoil (Book 1) and Alluring Seduction (Book 2). Therefore, you HAVE to read Books 1 & 2 before you read this novella.I loved this book, just like Mrs. Turner's other two books. I always enjoy getting to know the supporting characters from novels that I love so much. The first two books of her Bayou Stix series are two of my favorite books of that last 6 months.Bradi is a hot mess, but in a great way. She is that girl that you just want to be friends with. It may take a bit because she can be off-putting at first. But once you get in her good graces, she will be as loyal a friend as you can find. I loved getting to know the story of her and Micha. It was refreshing to see a couple argue, have disagreements and even deeply hurt each other. In the end, all of the bad stuff was put aside for their love for each other.Erik is every woman's fantasy gay friend. He tells you like it is and isn't ashamed to do so. He will ALWAYS be there for you and loyal just like Bradi. I really enjoyed seeing his story as well and all the relationship hardships he went through to get where he is today. The male/male scenes were definitely different from what I've read, but they did not bother me one bit. Men can find love with other men and there's nothing wrong with that.Overall, this novella was just fabulous. It was a great, quick read to hold you over until Book 3 of the Bayou Stix series comes out! :)