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Text Appeal by Lexi Ryan

beckyrendon's review against another edition

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4.0

Text me anytime....

Riley is daddy's little goody two shoes. She tries too hard to be everything she thinks he wants.
Charlie is poker's bad boy with a reputation that would make some blush. His nickname is the Devil.
Riley is with the wrong guy thinking she'll be happy as long as her dad is.
Charlie wants a real life, not the loveless nomad he's been.
Can the good girl and the bad boy really be together?

All it takes is some naughty text messages to open the door.

annalaura_j's review against another edition

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3.0

A quick sexy read for inbetween. 3,5 stars.

At first I was a bit sceptical about the book, especially with the constant mentioning of her ING doing this or that. It was a bit annoying throughout the first chapters, to be honest.

In the end I liked the book and I'll probably read it again at some point, but I just didn't love it as I think the author could have done more with the storyline.

colecordium's review against another edition

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3.0

To be honest, I don't really remember this book. I read it a couple weeks ago and I have a hard time recollecting moments. I remember that there is sex in it, and a lot of teasing and confusion because the main guys have the same name. It is actually kind of a love-triangle with a touch of insta-love.

What I liked:
The story is half interesting and the premise is really good. Also I like Riley's character arc, even though most of it happens in the end of the book. I expected something else though, after reading that there is accidental texting. I thought the book will be about that, and not about a misunderstanding.

What I hated:
While I don't remember much of the actual story, let me tell you, this book is FULL of editing errors and spelling mistakes. I am in no way a pro, since English is not my native language, but probably because of that, I spot these things really quick. Some of them are so bad, they make my eyes bleed.

I'm pretty sure people who love quick, easy romances with bad boys will love this book. Just stick to reading the summary first and maybe you'll love it. Please be aware that mature content is included.

groovygirl858's review

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4.0

This was an enjoyable romance. It had a great premise, interesting characters, a nice twist, steamy scenes and great pacing. I enjoyed the build up to Riley learning she had been texting Charlie instead of her boyfriend. There were a few times I had to suspend reality a bit because it is hard to believe a couple of two years wouldn't discuss in person, or at least mention, the texts Riley thought she was sharing with her boyfriend, but overall, this was a great story.

tarazagata's review

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3.0

The sexual tension between Charlie and her was hot!!! The texts alone were great.. Overall a cute story but I wish there was more to the ending

epilieaspiechick's review

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adventurous emotional hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

kassah14's review

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adventurous emotional hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

allenfarm's review

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4.0

Charlie 'The Devil' Singleton is the face of professional poker. Notorious for playing cards and women, Charlie's ready to change his ways. He's had his eye on hotel heiress Riley Carter, his sister's best friend, for awhile, but his reputation as a "bad boy" and her reputation as "a good daughter" stand in his way. However, A mix up in Riley's contact list makes all thoughts of being good go out the window for Riley. The hot, hot texts she is getting are coming from her boring boyfriend, and when she finds out they're coming from Charlie all thoughts of being the good daughter leave her. All of a sudden she's tired of doing what's expected, and if she can't find Mr Right, she'll settle for Mr. Right Now with Charlie.

I have been a fan of Lexi Ryan's newer books, The Accidental Love Goddess, and Wish I May, and now I am reading her older books. Definitely a fan favorite of her writing, and I love seeing how she has developed from this earlier writing to the breakout author she is on the newer stuff. She provides fully developed characters and great plot lines, with steamy love scenes thrown in. Her newer stuff is not your every day romance story. But this one? This one is pretty standard romantic fair.

mrszagata's review

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3.0

The sexual tension between Charlie and her was hot!!! The texts alone were great.. Overall a cute story but I wish there was more to the ending

coraotf's review

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4.0

3.5 stars

A solid beach read. Not too deep, but kept my interest. Plus, a reasonably realistic HEA!