An epic, forbidden MM romance from USA Today Bestselling Author Ella James… You think you know me. That’s the way I want it. Making you feel like we know each other–like we could go grab a beer sometime–is part of my job. Maybe the most vital part. It doesn’t hurt that I’m easy on the eyes, single at 35, and born richer than sin. My aesthetic matters much more than it should, but all the … should, but all the better for my worthy cause.
And it’s a worthy cause.
I’ve made an art out of making you feel good, and my influence makes you want to be good. Good like me. You think you know me, but you don’t.
Everyone has secrets. Mine could cost me everything.
So I’m a fortress. No one’s ever even gotten close.
Until tonight.
See that man, the tall guy dripping on the bow of my yacht? The one I just pulled from the ocean?
He’s the one who’s going to cost me everything.
***Book two, Adore, will release November 11th.
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HOLY HOTNESS!
I am ruined! The author has taken me on an angst-filled journey I never expected and left me wanting MORE! My heart hurts. I did not expect the emotional turmoil. I had no idea that I would FEEL so much!!!
Luke knows who he needs to be. Yet it completely conflicts with who he really is. He battles between what he feels and who he thinks he’s supposed to be. I admire his dedication to his work, his public service. He’s buttoned up and all about being the man he is expected to be.
Vance is an artist. He believes in love and acceptance. He loves who he loves. No judgment from him. He’s passionate and gives affection freely. He’s the exact opposite of Luke.
Their meeting is unlikely. Their chemistry absolutely sizzles. Holy Hotness!!! Their connection is unbreakable even when they walk away.
Life choices tear them apart. Just because time passes, it doesn’t take with it the memories. Some things change, while others stay the same.
I am wrecked. I cannot believe how incredibly I felt with and for these characters! This story took me places I hadn’t planned on going. So unexpectedly moving. This is not just an MM story with crazy hot sex (it has that too). It’s about forbidden love, acceptance you don’t think you can have and happiness you don’t think you deserve. I’m ready for book two. I NEED IT!
This is the first MM romance I’ve read and she has me HOOKED with these two. Equal parts romantic, steamy, and heart wrenching. Could NOT put this book down. And am waiting impatiently for the second part to come out. Love these guys.
I liked this book . Both of the characters are smoke hot and dynamic. I enjoyed most was the scenes between the two hero. Both of their POV make their encounter caliente. I cant wait to read part 2.
With great expectations and anticipation for this book, I was not disappointed. Ella James hit it out of park. It didn’t matter that it was a MM romance, I became totally involved with the plot and the characters. I could not put it down! The interaction between the two main characters was heart wrenching and emotional. Be aware that it is a part of a duet and ends in a cliffhanger. 5stars plus!
WHAT THE HELL DID I JUST EXPERIENCE !!!!!
O.M.G…I can’t even explain how I am feeling right now..
This is my first Ella James book and what a Fantastic way to pop my cherry..
Deliciously Forbidden this story took me to places I never thought possible..I Loved it completely and devoured it in record time for me.
Thankyou Ella James for bringing this book into my life I have nothing but the highest of recommendations , It is a must read Book lovers, and all M/M fans out there grab this baby as soon as possible..I adore this Beautiful story..I can’t wait for the next.
HOLY FREAKING SH*T THIS BOOK IS EVERYTHING!!!
If you haven’t read Worship by Ella James yet, then stop reading this review and go buy the book this instance. Trust me this is the kind of story that you want to go in completely blind…otherwise precede with caution because things are about to get real.
The moment Ella James announced this story I knew I needed to get my greedy little hands on it as soon as possible because I freaking love M/M romances and I had a strong feeling that this story was going to make me fall even more in love with this trope…and lets just say it totally did. This forbidden tale wholeheartedly captured my attention right from the first page and I couldn’t devour this story fast enough.
Vance Rayne and Luke McDowell’s insanely hot chemistry was intense from the very beginning and caused an ache deep in the pit of my stomach and sent chills down my spine as I inhaled every word. This is a brilliantly captivating story that will leave you completely breathless as you attempt to get your emotions under control. I definitely was not prepared for all the emotions I experienced while reading and now I am eagerly anticipating November 11 so that I can get my hands on, Adore, the conclusion of their epic romance!
Holy Hotness!
Luke leads quite the public life and his profession does not allow him to be true to himself. He denies who he is and truly just exists. There is no happiness in this. I cannot imagine this life.
Vance has no inhibitions and is in tune with who he is. And he’s a talented artist who sees beauty in just about anything.
Their first night together was a combination of passion and control. Walking away was painful. Reconnecting was beautiful and passionate and sad. Denying themselves of a relationship are at them both. But reconnecting by chance at the end could destroy them or shake the very ground they walk on.
5 Holy Hot Stars. I didn’t know I needed this in my life until I saw a post about it’s surprise release. Borrowed it from KU immediately and SO GLAD that I did. Ella is a new to me author but you best believe I am reading all of her words after that showing! This book is hot from the word go. But it’s more than hot.. you feel for these characters. You come to love them. Seriously, the hot factor drew me in but Vance and Nick kept me there. I was shocked at the amount of angst and heart in these pages because it isn’t a terribly long read but it’s all there. God, I’m for real blown away right now.
This is book one of a duet and it follows Vance and Luke. Their first run in with each other is crazy pants. Then it gets crazy for completely different reasons. Then just hold on because you are not going to be able to put your kindles down! I know that is super vague but just trust me, it is for the best. Go into this as blind as possible. You can thank me later.
I highly recommend this if you like MM.. and if you think you don’t like MM then give this a read and see if it still holds true! Bet it won’t. I’m off to stalk Ella’s backlist now and start a count down for book two of the duet. Where you at November 11??
5 Holy Hotness Stars
This story was the first M/M only story that I’ve read and I have to say that I could not get enough. Ella has created a beautiful story full of heartache and struggle. The compassionate way she wrote these characters and the realism with which the situations occur will tug at your heartstrings.
Vance and Luke have this special connection that you don’t find every day. Their intensity and passion is enough to melt your Kindle and then some. These two are a frenzy of fiery heat and sensual desires. It’s completely captivating and oh so HOT!!! But due to society and familial expectations they have serious obstacles to overcome.
It broke my heart to watch them struggle and try to figure out their way in this world. You wouldn’t think that now a day’s this would be so much of an issue anymore, but reading this you realize how naïve that is. I don’t want to give a lot away because I feel this is a story that everyone should read. But just know that you will not be disappointed. And keep in mind that this is book 1 in a duet so it does end on a cliffhanger.
OMG VANCE AND LUKE
What an amazing book to pop my Ella James cherry with. This book is everything. There are not enough words to describe how much I loved this forbidden romance.
Vance and Luke were pure lust from the moment they laid eyes on each other. Their chemistry was a five alarm fire and I was certain that I’d combust right along with them. “Insta” love doesn’t always work for me, but Ella hit it out of the park with these two! I felt like I was on this journey with them every step of the way. There was so much more to the sweet and sexy times between these two hotties, their connection was palpable. It was like two missing puzzles pieces coming together and the picture was finally clear.
Ella’s writing gave me ALL. THE. FEELS! The range of my emotions was up and down the entire time. I need more of these two because I can’t get enough. My heart is breaking, but I’m counting on Ella to hold my hand and put me back together when Vance and Luke’s story continues with Adore!
I love this book! The passion pouring out of each page grabs me by my ever-loving (honorable) nuts.
Reads first chapter.
Starts clapping and shouting, “I know this story. I know Vance, I know Luke.”
How do I know this? Did I dream this story, because it is the stuff of dreams? Did I do the Harry Potter/Voldemort occlumency thing where I read Ella’s thoughts? Wouldn’t that be amazing? I could send thoughts back about a Jack and the beanstalk book!
Dreams and occlumency set aside, Goodreads check confirmed I did already fall in love with Luke and Vance as Unmoored a short story in the Spring Fling anthology. Not only did I fall in love with them, I demanded more.
Transcript from Spring Fling review:
I neeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeed more of this. I want to know more about them. You can’t leave me hanging like this. It’s just cruel and mean and I don’t like you anymore Ella James. You’re not my friend.
What a super dooper short story. It did exactly what a short story should do. Captured my heart. Reeled me in. Left me gasping.
Luke is intriguing and gorgeous. Vance is my idea of perfect. The two of them together on a luxury yacht. Please, please, please can I have some more? I promise I’ll be a good girl.
End of transcript because I can’t do italics!
Clearly I have been a good girl because Ella did it. She gave me more. She wrote it just for me. Occlumency works after all. Check me out, I’m a mudblood wizard.
It’s sexy hot and hot and sexy! And now I’m back on the boat, waiting, waiting, waiting. Tonight I’m going to dream of Vance and Luke and make everything perfect.
This book, ahhhh this book!!! I couldn’t put it down!!! The character’s chemistry is downright HOT!!! The depth of their connection was incredible. The author’s way with words is seriously addicting. If you haven’t gotten this book yet, what are you waiting for?!
Vance was supposed to be with his fiancé but went on trip by himself. He got left and needed help getting back, that’s how he met the man who saved him. Luke is trying to get away to get his thoughts together when he helps Vance. Vance is definitely attracted to Luke but Luke is reluctant. Will Vance change his mind? What will happen once they go back to their normal lives?
This is such an amazing book. It kept me intrigued until the very last page and now desperately waiting for the next one. It was hot so very hot but also so in-depth of the characters and what drives them.
So hot! Definitely a great read!
I will read it again!