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miariinfinityreads's review against another edition
challenging
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.75
booked_with_kayla's review against another edition
5.0
This is the second book in the South Bay Billionaires series; however, it could be read as a standalone (how I read it). This book is told in a dual POV between the FMC and MMC with some Italian phrases thrown in throughout. If you’re looking for a love stuff with added spice then this book is for you! Van and Cami’s relationship throughout the book made me want to keep on reading to find out what would happen next! If Cami wouldn’t have delivered lunch to Van’s office then we wouldn’t have gotten the story that we did. If you’re interested in age gaps and billionaires then I highly recommend reading this book. Reserved is a quick read that you can do in a short time because you won’t want to put it down once you get started. I can’t wait to see how book 3 will be in the series once it releases!
Favorite Quote: “I’d make sure my calendar was blocked over lunch for the foreseeable future, as I didn’t want to go a day without seeing her smiling face if I could help it.”
Favorite Quote: “I’d make sure my calendar was blocked over lunch for the foreseeable future, as I didn’t want to go a day without seeing her smiling face if I could help it.”
talkwordytome11's review against another edition
5.0
This book deserves way more than 5 stars. This was my second book by Ashley and S.S. and I fell straight in!
The age gap is no usually something I go for but the way it was written here was such a beautiful story. I did not want to put the book down. I just wanted the story to keep going.
And the spice scenes, let me tell you, be prepared!
Please do yourself a favor and read Reserved, I promise you will not be disappointed.
I received an ARC of this book, and my review is entirely my own
The age gap is no usually something I go for but the way it was written here was such a beautiful story. I did not want to put the book down. I just wanted the story to keep going.
And the spice scenes, let me tell you, be prepared!
Please do yourself a favor and read Reserved, I promise you will not be disappointed.
I received an ARC of this book, and my review is entirely my own
papervale's review against another edition
5.0
books can make you feel things. will this one make you blush? coming from someone who reads a lot of books with dark themes, I’d still say absolutely. but this book also feels like a love letter for the first borns, for those who were forced to be the extension of their parents, and for the people pleaser who were conditioned to put others’ needs first. a beautifully written wholesome story.
the story follows Cami who met Van while she was delivering food from her catering business for Van’s co-workers. Van is a straightforward, caretaker type of guy, which at first was a relief for Cami cause she finally get to be with someone that made her feel secure enough to her brain’s off. That is until he stepped over the line whilst she was still struggling with her parents’ expectations of her future and her own vision.
I really took my time reading this. but in the end it’s worth it to see both MCs’ growth, especially Cami who finally managed to stand up for herself. as you read their story, the relationship might feel like it’s going too fast, then problems arised, and they took a step back. I love that they eventually learned to communicate their feelings and boundaries. btw, groveling on his knees and waiting her in the rain are also included.
the story follows Cami who met Van while she was delivering food from her catering business for Van’s co-workers. Van is a straightforward, caretaker type of guy, which at first was a relief for Cami cause she finally get to be with someone that made her feel secure enough to her brain’s off. That is until he stepped over the line whilst she was still struggling with her parents’ expectations of her future and her own vision.
I really took my time reading this. but in the end it’s worth it to see both MCs’ growth, especially Cami who finally managed to stand up for herself. as you read their story, the relationship might feel like it’s going too fast, then problems arised, and they took a step back. I love that they eventually learned to communicate their feelings and boundaries. btw, groveling on his knees and waiting her in the rain are also included.
sojospice's review against another edition
5.0
I just have to start off by saying that this book was so unexpected to me in the BEST ways! The billionaire trope typically lands towards the bottom of my list of reads but that didn’t even phase me at all here. The insta-love that Van has towards Cami is SO sweet, but he is equally just as dirty in the bedroom and I
coffeeandbookswithkelsey's review against another edition
4.0
“I love you more today than yesterday but less than tomorrow.”
I was lucky to get an ARC of Ashley Jacobs & S. S. Rich's newest book, Reserved (the second book in the South Bay Billionaires Series). It follows the story of Camellia and Van.
This was my first book by the authors, and I enjoyed reading Camellia and Van's story. I thought it was beautifully written.
I could relate to Camellia when it came to living up to your family's expectations of you. Something I have found myself struggling with. I found her to be such a relatable FMC. I loved seeing Camellia's growth throughout the book.
Where can I find a man like Van who speaks Italian to me? There is just something about a man who speaks to you in a different language that is so hot. I loved how Van reminded Camellia of her worth and power.
Thank you so much to Ashley Jacobs & S. S. Rich for this ARC
I was lucky to get an ARC of Ashley Jacobs & S. S. Rich's newest book, Reserved (the second book in the South Bay Billionaires Series). It follows the story of Camellia and Van.
This was my first book by the authors, and I enjoyed reading Camellia and Van's story. I thought it was beautifully written.
I could relate to Camellia when it came to living up to your family's expectations of you. Something I have found myself struggling with. I found her to be such a relatable FMC. I loved seeing Camellia's growth throughout the book.
Where can I find a man like Van who speaks Italian to me? There is just something about a man who speaks to you in a different language that is so hot. I loved how Van reminded Camellia of her worth and power.
Thank you so much to Ashley Jacobs & S. S. Rich for this ARC
vanessahmata's review against another edition
5.0
Enjoyed read this nice and sweet billionaire romance! Van is broody tall, dark and sexy man. He pursuit Cami after their first meet. Cami has been hurt before and is very cautious when Van approaches her. Must read!
y3si's review against another edition
5.0
I absolutely fell in love Van and Cami!! I don’t normally read big age gap books but I loved this! The romance
jenlovestoread7's review against another edition
4.0
Age gap
Insta-love
Grumpy/sunshine
Billionaire
From the moment Van sees Cami he falls for her and falls hard.
Reserved is a well written, lovely story with great characters and side characters, I loved Preston. There is a 3rd part breakup but it’s worth it for the grovelling. It was also super spicy which I wasn’t expecting but was an added bonus!
The descriptions of the food sounded yummy and were making me hungry