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kymreads's review against another edition
4.0
This was a great love story between two very different individuals. To avoid any spoilers, I will say that there are reasons why Mack always "goes it alone", and those reasons are part of what makes her so different from Connor, or so it seems. She doesn't want to risk her heart and comes across as emotionally aloof. Connor comes from a family with money and high expectations. He has an easy come easy go attitude, including his playboy way with women. Different backgrounds, different attitudes.
So how do these two seemingly opposites attract? Well, their chemistry is off the charts! Unfortunately, while that's the easy part for them their work, the real story, is them connecting on an emotional level.
While I loved the depth of character development in both characters, some of it seemed a little too overstated, i.e., in Mack's view, Connor is a manwhore. We got that the first few times its mentioned. By the 5th or 6th time? Ok, still got it. Ditto with Mack being closed off emotionally. Again, yes - got the memo on that several times!
Having said that, the back and forth between them is amusing and when the emotional walls finally come down, they see each other in a way that is refreshing because although they BOTH have faults and made mistakes, they WANT to work on it, WANT to be together! Especially Connor. He really goes all out to show Mack how much he loves her and it was sooo romantic! You will be happy you picked this up!
I haven't read the first book in the series, but I plan to now!
Although I received an advance reader copy in exchange for a fair review, this is my own honest opinion.
So how do these two seemingly opposites attract? Well, their chemistry is off the charts! Unfortunately, while that's the easy part for them their work, the real story, is them connecting on an emotional level.
While I loved the depth of character development in both characters, some of it seemed a little too overstated, i.e., in Mack's view, Connor is a manwhore. We got that the first few times its mentioned. By the 5th or 6th time? Ok, still got it. Ditto with Mack being closed off emotionally. Again, yes - got the memo on that several times!
Having said that, the back and forth between them is amusing and when the emotional walls finally come down, they see each other in a way that is refreshing because although they BOTH have faults and made mistakes, they WANT to work on it, WANT to be together! Especially Connor. He really goes all out to show Mack how much he loves her and it was sooo romantic! You will be happy you picked this up!
I haven't read the first book in the series, but I plan to now!
Although I received an advance reader copy in exchange for a fair review, this is my own honest opinion.
mags_louise's review
4.0
This was an enjoyable story. That drew me in from the very start and kept me entertained throughout.
As for the main characters Mack and Connor. They were both likable and certainly had fiery personalities. Which made for lots of sparks in the bedroom and lots of clashes outside of it. Although it's fair to say the majority of their encounters happen outside of the bedroom and were all hot and varied. I also thought Mack and Connor worked well as a couple, but did feel it took them a little too long to work things out towards the end of the book.
Overall though I did think this was a good, engaging story and having not read the first book in the Men of Gold Mountain Series. I never once felt like I was missing out. And I would certainly go back and read it now. I would also happily recommend this story to others. Especially if your looking for a story with minimal angst and a guaranteed hea.
***I was kindly provided with an ARC by Entangled Publishing in exchange for an honest review***
As for the main characters Mack and Connor. They were both likable and certainly had fiery personalities. Which made for lots of sparks in the bedroom and lots of clashes outside of it. Although it's fair to say the majority of their encounters happen outside of the bedroom and were all hot and varied. I also thought Mack and Connor worked well as a couple, but did feel it took them a little too long to work things out towards the end of the book.
Overall though I did think this was a good, engaging story and having not read the first book in the Men of Gold Mountain Series. I never once felt like I was missing out. And I would certainly go back and read it now. I would also happily recommend this story to others. Especially if your looking for a story with minimal angst and a guaranteed hea.
***I was kindly provided with an ARC by Entangled Publishing in exchange for an honest review***
witandsin's review
4.0
My review cross-posted from Wit and Sin: http://witandsin.blogspot.com/2017/03/review-make-me-beg-by-rebecca-brooks.html
Rebecca Brooks proves that frenemies-to-lovers can be hot as hell in Make Me Beg. Connor and Mackenzie are two interesting, flawed characters with chemistry so appealing I devoured their story in one sitting.
Connor is a chef, a playboy, and a man who hasn’t ever committed to putting down roots. Gold Mountain was just supposed to be his stop onto bigger and better things, but there’s something about the town – and about Mack – that keeps him rooted to the spot. Connor is easy to like. Despite his love ’em and leave ’em ways and the way he frustrates Mack, he’s got a good heart and his character develops wonderfully. I loved watching him come into his own as he fell for Mack. And speaking of the woman who can bring Connor to his knees, Mack is equally stubborn and can be a bit combative, but she’s got a good heart, and a past that has scarred her and left her with mile-high walls to hide her vulnerability. It’s clear that she and Connor would make an excellent pair, but the way they make assumptions and don’t communicate threatens to derail them. Normally the lack of communication would be incredibly frustrating to me, but Ms. Brooks does an excellent job of making me see why Mack and Connor are the way they are. Sex both clarifies and complicates things for them, and the road to happily ever after definitely isn’t an easy one for these two. Surprisingly, what made Make Me Beg stand out for me was the downs rather than the ups. Mack in particular makes mistakes that hurt Connor, but he actually calls her on it – something that rarely happens in the books I’ve read lately – and I appreciated that both of them not only wholly accepted one another, but were willing to stand up for themselves when needed.
While it’s a rocky road for Mack and Connor, that doesn’t mean the story is missing out on red-hot moments. Make Me Beg is insanely sexy and when Mack and Connor are on the same page they make an incredible couple. I finished Make Me Beg wanting to explore the world of Gold Mountain more. While Mack and Connor’s story can be read as a standalone, I will definitely be picking up the first Men of Gold Mountain book, Make Me Stay!
FTC Disclosure: I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Rebecca Brooks proves that frenemies-to-lovers can be hot as hell in Make Me Beg. Connor and Mackenzie are two interesting, flawed characters with chemistry so appealing I devoured their story in one sitting.
Connor is a chef, a playboy, and a man who hasn’t ever committed to putting down roots. Gold Mountain was just supposed to be his stop onto bigger and better things, but there’s something about the town – and about Mack – that keeps him rooted to the spot. Connor is easy to like. Despite his love ’em and leave ’em ways and the way he frustrates Mack, he’s got a good heart and his character develops wonderfully. I loved watching him come into his own as he fell for Mack. And speaking of the woman who can bring Connor to his knees, Mack is equally stubborn and can be a bit combative, but she’s got a good heart, and a past that has scarred her and left her with mile-high walls to hide her vulnerability. It’s clear that she and Connor would make an excellent pair, but the way they make assumptions and don’t communicate threatens to derail them. Normally the lack of communication would be incredibly frustrating to me, but Ms. Brooks does an excellent job of making me see why Mack and Connor are the way they are. Sex both clarifies and complicates things for them, and the road to happily ever after definitely isn’t an easy one for these two. Surprisingly, what made Make Me Beg stand out for me was the downs rather than the ups. Mack in particular makes mistakes that hurt Connor, but he actually calls her on it – something that rarely happens in the books I’ve read lately – and I appreciated that both of them not only wholly accepted one another, but were willing to stand up for themselves when needed.
While it’s a rocky road for Mack and Connor, that doesn’t mean the story is missing out on red-hot moments. Make Me Beg is insanely sexy and when Mack and Connor are on the same page they make an incredible couple. I finished Make Me Beg wanting to explore the world of Gold Mountain more. While Mack and Connor’s story can be read as a standalone, I will definitely be picking up the first Men of Gold Mountain book, Make Me Stay!
FTC Disclosure: I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
kaitrates's review
4.0
I have a new rule when it comes to Rebecca's books: don't read them if a vibrator isn't within reach.
Because 🔥🔥🔥 *fans self* *takes a cold shower*
Beyond amazing sex, this book is plain fun. Mack & Connor are intense characters who light each other up. They're sassy and strong and their chemistry is off the charts. I loved watching them go from enemies to enemies who fuck to lovers.
I flew through this, and found myself going, "wait its over already?! Give me more tension and more explicit sex!"
Four stars because the last few chapters felt a *little* off to me, a little rushed. And not enough sex. Because Rebecca's could write an entire book of just sex and I'd read it she's THAT good.
So can't wait till the next book drops later this year!
Because 🔥🔥🔥 *fans self* *takes a cold shower*
Beyond amazing sex, this book is plain fun. Mack & Connor are intense characters who light each other up. They're sassy and strong and their chemistry is off the charts. I loved watching them go from enemies to enemies who fuck to lovers.
I flew through this, and found myself going, "wait its over already?! Give me more tension and more explicit sex!"
Four stars because the last few chapters felt a *little* off to me, a little rushed. And not enough sex. Because Rebecca's could write an entire book of just sex and I'd read it she's THAT good.
So can't wait till the next book drops later this year!
emilyhei's review
4.0
Mackenzie Ellinsworth gets a chance to partner and create a bar and restaurant that could help her achieve something she has always wanted, the only hitch she has is her partner is Connor Branding. Connor has made it clear he was not building roots, even as a chef at their current restaurant he always seemed to have one foot out the door and one foot in bed with a revolving door of women.
When weather plays a part with the help of some drinking Mack and Connor come together in an explosive way. However Connor is not into stability and it is the one thing Mack needs. Can Connor be what Mack needs or will he continue to live a cavalier life?
Good story, I thought the chemistry between Mack and Connor was spot on. The author had a way of creating details that made it to visualize what was going on. Will be checking out more in this series.
When weather plays a part with the help of some drinking Mack and Connor come together in an explosive way. However Connor is not into stability and it is the one thing Mack needs. Can Connor be what Mack needs or will he continue to live a cavalier life?
Good story, I thought the chemistry between Mack and Connor was spot on. The author had a way of creating details that made it to visualize what was going on. Will be checking out more in this series.
bobosbookbank's review
5.0
Rebecca Brooks is a new to me author and one that I'm looking forward to more from. I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised to find myself absolutely in love with these characters! The sizzling attraction between Mack and Connor was obvious from the very first page and their chemistry just got hotter and hotter. Mack and Connor both had some serious issues to overcome, Mack maybe a little bit more than Connor. But they were both stubborn and strong willed characters! I loved the funny and witty banter between them. Their story was well written and fast paced. Told from dual POVs with a sweet ending. I received, read and voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
doris1310's review
5.0
4.5. stars
MacKenzie und Connor sind bei weitem nicht perfekt sind und besitzen so manche Schwäche, aber ihre Geschichte hat mir wirklich gut gefallen!
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MacKenzie and Connor are far from being perfect and have their respective flaws, but I really loved their story!
MacKenzie und Connor sind bei weitem nicht perfekt sind und besitzen so manche Schwäche, aber ihre Geschichte hat mir wirklich gut gefallen!
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MacKenzie and Connor are far from being perfect and have their respective flaws, but I really loved their story!
cheryls's review
5.0
4.5 Stars
This is book two in The Men of Gold Mountain series and it features Mackenzie "Mack" Ellinsworth and Connor Branding. These two have enough spark to set the sheets on fire! That is, if they'd stop fighting the pull long enough to realize they'd be better off together than apart. Mack finds it the hardest because of her past. Inside this book is some of the most scorching phone sex EVER! The partnership would have been magic but again they're fighting each other for all the wrong reasons.
Great story with loyal friends in a small mountain resort community. I can't wait to read the next book in this fantastic series.
This is book two in The Men of Gold Mountain series and it features Mackenzie "Mack" Ellinsworth and Connor Branding. These two have enough spark to set the sheets on fire! That is, if they'd stop fighting the pull long enough to realize they'd be better off together than apart. Mack finds it the hardest because of her past. Inside this book is some of the most scorching phone sex EVER! The partnership would have been magic but again they're fighting each other for all the wrong reasons.
Great story with loyal friends in a small mountain resort community. I can't wait to read the next book in this fantastic series.
hollaback77's review
4.0
Bartender Mackenzie Ellinsworth has always gone it alone. So when she has a chance to open her own bar and restaurant, she’s got a plan for how it should go. Not in that plan: a ripped and rugged playboy stepping in to take over. Mack doesn’t do players, and she doesn’t do one-night stands. If Connor wants to work with Mack, he’s going to have to keep his strong, sexy hands to himself.
Connor Branding is determined to prove he’s not the directionless playboy Mack thinks. But opening a place together causes more problems than it solves. The two of them can’t agree on anything—except how scorching hot their chemistry is. Connor may be ready to indulge every desire Mack’s been denying herself…but turning business into pleasure is likely to get him burned.
My favorite books are those that are about a couple who have known each other for years and yet...they've never gotten together. I love a sassy female lead and a sexy guy who can hold his own. Connor is someone I would have as a best friend - as a matter of fact, he reminds me of my best friend!! He can give as good as he gets. Mack is just one of those heroine's that chip away at your sanity piece by piece. You could feel the slow build up of their chemistry from the very first chapter. Mack's main problem is that she's afraid that Connor is going to leave, but what she doesn't realize is that she's pushing him right out the door. Not only did this book have great chemistry, but it had humor and sexiness with a plot. The only downside was....ABBI!!! I hated that girl. I wanted to throat punch her as soon as she came on the scene. I know, we as writers, put them in there to have some conflict. However, I wanted to cause my own conflict and just slide past her name every time I saw it! I know it's a book, but when you get invested in characters and start seeing them as people then you "done good child!!"
I was given a copy of this ARC from the publisher on NetGalley for an honest review. All of the above comments are my express opinions and no one else's.
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