Review: 3 stars - A quick read that brings the sexy
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 11 23, 2013
I totally loved Crave and was really excited to read Torn.  It was fun to see what was happening in Archer and Ivy's lives as well as explore the world of Gage Emerson.As is my normal experience, the guy made the book for me.  I love the sexy Gage.  He's not looking for a relationship at all.  As a matter of fact, it would smart to avoid women completely with that million dollar bet hanging over his head.  But this is what I love about Gage.  He can't resist Marina.  He wants to explore that yummy chemistry between them.  And it's so yummy.Loved reading from his POV.  Loved watching him resist his feelings and then to realize his feelings.  So male and so fun. I had a harder time with Marina.  She was a major B to Gage.  She has her reasons but her feelings and body's reaction to him are the complete opposite.  I just didn't like her.  Well, I did like her when she was in Gage's arms.  That seemed to change her into this sex kitten that had Gage falling apart.  It was a strange combination that gave me pause. Overall, I enjoyed this book and it read quickly.  Its sexy fast and these two are fun to watch as they try to resist each other or use each other for their own gain but really they are quickly falling in love with each other.  I definitely want to read book 3 and find out what's up with Matt and this bet. I did struggle at one point, about half through, where I felt like I missed something.  There's a shift in the relationship and the motivations of both characters and I never felt like the shift was justified by their actions.  Honestly, I thought I had missed a couple chapters and went back checking.  Despite that unexplained shift, I liked this book.  It's fun and sexy.  If you love those quick reads that bring the sexy, pick this one up.