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3.61 AVERAGE
3.61 AVERAGE
Never had a fictional character infuriated me as much as this man did. He constantly forces Naomi to do things, he touches her despite her explicitly saying no, and everything he does is so freaking selfish, no matter how many times the author said (through Naomi's thoughts) he was being thoughtful and sweet. He forced her into an airplane because HE wanted her to come with him whenever he traveled. He never had her well-being in mind, only his and what he wanted her to do for him. He’s possessive and controlling, he lies about a lot of things, and the times he says the truth don't compensate for it, in my opinion. The only thing he had in his favor was that he (so far) didn’t cheat (I can’t believe this man would stay faithful for long, though). I never really understood his obsession with Naomi. He saw her once and he was in love. In Love! with a person he hadn’t interacted with. Naomi was very funny, and I really liked her. If this man hadn’t been in the book it would have been so much better.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Infidelity, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Death of parent, Gaslighting, Sexual harassment
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse
DubCon
3.25/5
I'm a sucker for books with the shy, clueless heroine and the relentless hot guy. For the most part, I like the whole resistance and denial, him working to earn her trust. Sometimes the heroine can be wrapped up in her own thoughts for too long, how she's hurt, or she's just not good enough, so the hero breaking those notions can be so much fun.
-In Animal Instincts, it worked, and it didn't. It worked because Naomi did soften up to him, and eventually she learned to trust. Her refusing his advances also meant she wasn't making it easy for him, because if she was, where's the fun in that?
That being said, I think I might have enjoyed it a little more if Naomi hadn't kept mistrusting and doubting Royce for pretty much the entire length of the book, even when he bared his feelings. I understood she'd been through a lot with her ex-husband and dad, but everything Royce showed her was a gesture of love, respect and commitment. He worked towards earning her trust, but I didn't think she ever really worked to earn his, which was kind of unfair for him.
Still, this was a fun, low-angst read. Some parts were real gems, and I enjoyed it. The secondary characters were also hilarious, and I'm glad they all ended up with their HEA. Unrealistic, maybe, but it was nice all the same to have that wrapped up in this stand-alone. This had a real mushy ending, and it left me feeling warm and fuzzy. Mutual respect, unwavering love and loyalty does exist, if you're strong enough to reach for it. :)
I'm a sucker for books with the shy, clueless heroine and the relentless hot guy. For the most part, I like the whole resistance and denial, him working to earn her trust. Sometimes the heroine can be wrapped up in her own thoughts for too long, how she's hurt, or she's just not good enough, so the hero breaking those notions can be so much fun.
-In Animal Instincts, it worked, and it didn't. It worked because Naomi did soften up to him, and eventually she learned to trust. Her refusing his advances also meant she wasn't making it easy for him, because if she was, where's the fun in that?
That being said, I think I might have enjoyed it a little more if Naomi hadn't kept mistrusting and doubting Royce for pretty much the entire length of the book, even when he bared his feelings. I understood she'd been through a lot with her ex-husband and dad, but everything Royce showed her was a gesture of love, respect and commitment. He worked towards earning her trust, but I didn't think she ever really worked to earn his, which was kind of unfair for him.
Still, this was a fun, low-angst read. Some parts were real gems, and I enjoyed it. The secondary characters were also hilarious, and I'm glad they all ended up with their HEA. Unrealistic, maybe, but it was nice all the same to have that wrapped up in this stand-alone. This had a real mushy ending, and it left me feeling warm and fuzzy. Mutual respect, unwavering love and loyalty does exist, if you're strong enough to reach for it. :)
Couldn’t Put It Down
I adored Naomi. She made me laugh, cry, and if I wasn’t reading this on my phone, I’d probably throw the book a few times because of some of her crazy thoughts.
Royce was a different story. Him I swooned for. The guy truly seemed perfect and that’s everything I expect in a romance novel.
I adored Naomi. She made me laugh, cry, and if I wasn’t reading this on my phone, I’d probably throw the book a few times because of some of her crazy thoughts.
Royce was a different story. Him I swooned for. The guy truly seemed perfect and that’s everything I expect in a romance novel.
lighthearted
fast-paced
The sarcasm from the main character in this book made me laugh out loud a couple times. It was an entertaining read, but the quick love declaration was a little off putting.
I must admit that this is my first Gena Showalter book. I really don’t know what made me pick this one, but I was glad I did. It was really fun to read, relaxing and fast. I guess I finished it in two days. But it was like a breath of fresh air. Too much seriousness gets to you in the end.
Now, I really liked the story. It was light but the best part of it was the humor. I really enjoyed the whole Tigress thing. I gathered some quotes that I thought hilarious, but there were too many so I had to do some serious selecting. I’ll post them at the end of this review.
Naomi Delacroix is the main character here. I found her really funny; in many moments I was lolling and my mum was staring at me while having a strange expression. God only knows what she was thinking… but I find this as being a good sign. It’s really been a while since I laughed like this from reading a book. Royce was a sweetheart. Even though he was filthy rich, he still remained modest (at least to a point). He fought for what he wanted and eventually got it. Go for it my man!
Anyways, I have to tell you to give this book a try. I don’t think it’s too popular even though it deserves more attention than it has right now.
In the end, here are the quotes I gathered. Have fun!
TOP TEN LIST
Ten Things You Shouldn't Say on a Date
1. You're wearing that?
2. Something smells funny.
3. Where's the Tylenol?
4. And to think, I first wanted to date your brother.
5. I have a confession to make…
6. My dad has a suit just like that.
7. That man is hot. Look at him.
8. My ex, may he rot in hell forever…
9. You're going to order that? Seriously?
10. You're how old?
"What's that smell?"
I froze. What? Did I really smell so distasteful he had only to lean in my direction to catch a putrid whiff of me? I stayed the urge to break his freaking nose for pointing out my stinkiness.
He sniffed again. "I can't place it."
"How bad is it?" I asked, my cheeks heating.
"It's good. Some kind of flower."
My first thought: Hurray! I don't stink.
My second: Ohmygod!
My ex—may he soon discover tiny worms have invaded his body and are slowly eating him alive—once told me God made men so perfect because He'd wanted to make up for the inadequacies of women.
He'd asked me to marry him. He'd kissed me. Twice. He said he loved me. What a scum, rat, dog bastard. I wouldn't sleep with him now if I was dying and the only thing that could save me was a penis injection from him.
Neighbor… was that the word for "whoring tramp" nowadays?
I cast a glance in my new admirer's direction. "You may call me Your Highness," I said. "Or Empress Beauty."
He chuckled. I wasn't kidding.
Me: I think we should have sex again.
Royce: Bad idea.
Me: Why?
Royce: I want more from you than sex.
Me: Goodbye, you prudish bastard.
Now, I really liked the story. It was light but the best part of it was the humor. I really enjoyed the whole Tigress thing. I gathered some quotes that I thought hilarious, but there were too many so I had to do some serious selecting. I’ll post them at the end of this review.
Naomi Delacroix is the main character here. I found her really funny; in many moments I was lolling and my mum was staring at me while having a strange expression. God only knows what she was thinking… but I find this as being a good sign. It’s really been a while since I laughed like this from reading a book. Royce was a sweetheart. Even though he was filthy rich, he still remained modest (at least to a point). He fought for what he wanted and eventually got it. Go for it my man!
Anyways, I have to tell you to give this book a try. I don’t think it’s too popular even though it deserves more attention than it has right now.
In the end, here are the quotes I gathered. Have fun!
TOP TEN LIST
Ten Things You Shouldn't Say on a Date
1. You're wearing that?
2. Something smells funny.
3. Where's the Tylenol?
4. And to think, I first wanted to date your brother.
5. I have a confession to make…
6. My dad has a suit just like that.
7. That man is hot. Look at him.
8. My ex, may he rot in hell forever…
9. You're going to order that? Seriously?
10. You're how old?
"What's that smell?"
I froze. What? Did I really smell so distasteful he had only to lean in my direction to catch a putrid whiff of me? I stayed the urge to break his freaking nose for pointing out my stinkiness.
He sniffed again. "I can't place it."
"How bad is it?" I asked, my cheeks heating.
"It's good. Some kind of flower."
My first thought: Hurray! I don't stink.
My second: Ohmygod!
My ex—may he soon discover tiny worms have invaded his body and are slowly eating him alive—once told me God made men so perfect because He'd wanted to make up for the inadequacies of women.
He'd asked me to marry him. He'd kissed me. Twice. He said he loved me. What a scum, rat, dog bastard. I wouldn't sleep with him now if I was dying and the only thing that could save me was a penis injection from him.
Neighbor… was that the word for "whoring tramp" nowadays?
I cast a glance in my new admirer's direction. "You may call me Your Highness," I said. "Or Empress Beauty."
He chuckled. I wasn't kidding.
Me: I think we should have sex again.
Royce: Bad idea.
Me: Why?
Royce: I want more from you than sex.
Me: Goodbye, you prudish bastard.
There were its parts , but the ending was alittle predictable. It was a good book , but for me it was more of one that you would read when you need a filler book , the plot was great but...i wish it was alittle more detailed and just alittle more eventful.
Oh, this was an awesome book, loved their banter, and that he has their wedding waiting for her, even though she's 3 hours late, just loved it!
*First read February 17th 2012*
What a great, great, amazing book! I loved it, it was a lot of fun to read, always funny, so totally a Gena Showalter book! Must read more!!!!!
*First read February 17th 2012*
What a great, great, amazing book! I loved it, it was a lot of fun to read, always funny, so totally a Gena Showalter book! Must read more!!!!!