Review: A bevy of billionaires...
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 11 11, 2013
Combine three exceptionally rich sexy men, three strong likeable ladies, secrets, untruths, the fighting of feelings and hot steamy moments and this bundle of three well-written books provide romantic escapism to perk you up on a cold autumnal night. And they aren't linked so can be read in whatever order tickles your fancy! This is when I wish we had half star options as the laws of average make this a 3.5 (so I've rounded up to 4).The Boss & her Billionaire - Michele de Winton (3 stars)This has a bit of role reversal going on which I liked. With a confident lady who has life pretty much mapped out, a sexy wealthy businessman with an aversion to marriage who also happens to be a dancer, it has a beautiful setting, romance, wit, a bit of denial and a little white lie. Whilst I liked Dylan and Michaela, their journey is a little steady in comparison to the others and I thought it was wrapped up a little quickly. I did actually read the follow up book to this first and I think that may have spoiled me a little as it was fab.Blackmailed by the Italian Billionaire - Nina Croft (3.5 stars)This was great as it had an air of suspense to it. I loved Luc as he is far from the perfect hero. With dark secrets, a penchant for playing dirty and friends who aren't exactly upstanding members of the community, as the book progressed so did my feelings for him. I also liked Lia; strong, sweet and protective of her family, she's determined to discover where her good for nothing Dad is. Fraught with with confusion, lust, sexual tension and some sizzling moments, I liked that I couldn't see exactly where the story was heading but I did expect more from the reveal on how Lia's father and Luc were linked. But that aside, well worth reading and the first book I have read from Nina Croft won't be the last.The Spanish Billionaires Hired Bride - Rachel Lyndhurst (4 stars)I have to admit this isn't the first time I have read this. The only grumble I had the first time was that I thought it deserved an epilogue. And this version has one so I'm a very happy reader and for me, this was the best of the three. I loved re-acquainting myself with such wonderful characters. Ricardo comes across as a little heartless and cold, but hidden away is wonderful man. Helen is feisty, witty, strong-willed and their 'marriage' made me laugh, frustrated me but was also touching. I loved the typically British wit and humour and whilst the storyline was a touch predictable, there were a couple of little unexpected surprises. And even with the epilogue it's still left me wanting a bit more of them.***I received a copy of this book as an ARC from the publisher for and honest and unbiased opinion (however I do actually already own TB&HB; and TSBHB)