Review: i couldn't read the sex scenes
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 07 5, 2011
I brought this book because I always wanted to read a book by this author and I was attracted to the beauty and the beast themed-story line.Hunter was in a devastating accident that left him with a scarred face and a scarred heart.  After the accident he threw himself into his work to escape feelings of loneliness and rejection. He believes his appears makes people view him as a hideous beast.Lila will do anything to make sure her father is happy and healthy.  So when Hunter makes her an offer that will save her father's business she doesn't refuse and agrees to be his live-in mistress for three months.The book delivers a good message; physical beauty is fleeting while inner beauty is everlasting.I definitely had a problem with Lila's first night at Hunter's mansion.  I think that part of the story would have been better received by readers if Lila did not give into to Hunter's demands until she was ready.  Yes Lila agreed to the deal, yes she knew she would had to eventually fulfill her obligations and yes she was attracted to Hunter but Lila should have been able to set the pace for their relationship and not Hunter.  I feel that the author should have given that power to Lila and not Hunter and that is why other reviewers had issues with.Because of the Lila's first night I had a hard time reading the sex scenes.  I do believe that Lila saw more in Hunter than just his scars but the first night just set the tone for me and turned me off.If the first night would have been written any different, I think I would have enjoyed this book very much.  Although he was a complete jerk, I think the author did a good job with Hunter's character as I was able to feel empathy for him.  I definitely would have like to see more redeeming qualities surface before the ending.Would I recommend this book to a friend?  No!