Book one in the Brilliance Trilogy…It all started with a note, just a simple note hand written by a woman I didn’t know, never even met. But in that note is perhaps every answer to every question I’ve ever had in my life. And because of that note, I look for her, but find him. I’m drawn to his passion, his talent, a darkness in him that somehow becomes my light, my life. Kace August is rich, … is rich, powerful, a rockstar of violins, a man who is all tattoos, leather, good looks and talent. He has a wickedly sweet ability to play the violin, seducing audiences worldwide. Now, he’s seducing me. I know he has secrets. I don’t care. Because you see, I have secrets, too.
I’m not Aria Alard, as he believes. I’m Aria Stradivari, daughter to Alessandro Stradivari, a musician born from the same blood as the man who created the famous Stradivarius violin. I am as rare as the mere 650 instruments my ancestors created. Instruments worth millions. 650 masterpieces, the brilliance unmatched. 650 reasons to kill. 650 reasons to hide. One reason not to: him.
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I always love a Lisa Renee Jones book. Deeply romanic and a page turner!
Super romantic and steamy! This is a great unputdownable page turner!
This was like coming home… seriously the best feeling! Elizabeth @ Carolina Chic’s Read
Aria Alard lives a life in the shadows. She is the daughter to a famous family who holds secrets that people kill for. She never expected to have to go back to that world to find her missing brother. The only family she has left.
Aria is thrust into a world where her secrets can never be shared or she may not live to see the next day. She never expected a man like Kace August… dark, dangerous and so talented. Can she risk everything for a beautiful future.
Kace August is enraptured by the beautiful Aria Alard. He knows she is holding a secret very close to her heart. She is drawn to the music when he plays and the instrument he holds. She is mysterious and the only thing he wants is to protect her.
This story was like coming home. The Inside out series of characters play a large role in this first book. That being one of my favorite series ever it just felt wonderful and easy to slip right back into the world of Mark, Crystal, Chris and Sara. I seriously need the next books right away! For Lisa Renee Jones to be able to capture the same feel from the Inside Out Series so perfectly and easily was a big winner for me.
10 Give Me More Stars!
The first book in an addictive new trilogy from Lisa Renee Jones!
A sexy new trilogy from my girl Lisa Renee Jones. I know fans of Overture will enjoy this one.
A Reckless Note by Lisa Renee Jones has been an amazing read. I am a big fan of The Inside Out series and reading this book It was incredible to read about my favorite characters Sara, Chris, Mark, and Crystal.
Above all, these new characters Kace and Aria have locked down my heart. Two people that meet each other and instantly connect. She’s hiding secrets and he has his own secret but they are falling hard in love with each other. Oh my heart.
I love this book and I can not wait to read the next book in this series. Was I a little upset about the cliffhanger? Yes, but I would except nothing less from Lisa Renee Jone.
Bravo on this wonderful read.
I received a free copy of this book from the author.
This is the first book in a new series by Lisa Renee Jones. It features a famous violinist, Kace, and Aria who finds collectables for the rich.
Aria has lived the majority of her life in hiding. No one must know who she really is as her secret is deadly. She’s done a great job of that until she meet Kace at an auction.
He’s hot and cold but the one thing that remains true is their attraction sizzles. As the book goes along their romance gets hotter and hotter. Until well…you’ll see. That dang ending will having you giving Aria a high five.
Now we wait…
Another series of Lisa’s, that is going to be absolutely amazing. As with all her books, this one does not disappoint! Kace and Aria have definite chemistry. And for two people who are not forever people, seem to be heading to forever. Kace is friends with Chris Merit. And if you’ve read any of Lisa’s past books, you’ll know who exactly Chris is. We also have Mark, Crystal, Sara and Walker Security. Just love when other people from her other series make appearances in each of her books. Aria is trying to find her brother. He’s not communicating and hasn’t for some time. She finds an ominous letter written to her brother. She’s hoping following what it says will lead her to him. But it leads her to Kace, instead. I am loving how Kace is opening up to her and trusting her. And even though, Aria is hesitant, she is also beginning to trust him. I’m really enjoying these two and can’t wait to read more of them. Especially, can’t wait for book two, because we were left in a cliffhanger. Fabulous job, Lisa. So good!
Hold on tight while you read this one. It is one hell of a ride and you will be on the edge of your seat until the big cliff hanger at the end.
Aria is looking for her brother and something from her family ancestors. She has to hide who she is but in the beginning of this story we do not find out why she is hiding and why her brother is missing. She meets Kace August who is a rock star that plays the violin, now that is something you don’t see or hear about very often. Kace brings out feels that Aria hasn’t felt with any other man and that scares her. She has to stick with finding her brother and not let anyone or anything gets in her way.
This is the beginning of a new series and this story is filled with a mystery, intrigue, a sexy, and steamy hot couple learning about each other. But what Aria learns at the cliff hanger is what left me wanting to throw my kindle.
Author Lisa Renee Jones has a way of drawing you into a story and keeping you there until the end or cliff hanger in this case. This roller coaster ride is worth every hill and valley it will take to get to the last page. But I need book two NOW. PLEASE!!!
**I received a free copy of this book to read and review and this is my honest opinion**
The Brilliance Trilogy is off to a fantastic start! A Reckless Note hooked me at page one and didn’t let go! Mystery, suspense, great characters, and off the charts chemistry between Aria and Kace! And the ending……MAJOR cliffhanger! Cannot wait for the next book!
A remarkable Reckless Note! 5 stars
At the beginning of the book, there was a “wow” line and two revelations which means I was immediately plunged into this intense story. I also immediately felt for Aria with the revelations that were revealed. When Aria and Kace meet, they stir a fierce reaction in each other. They stormed into each other’s lives, and I was here for the adventure and mystery. They ignited a dangerous fire between them, and it burned hot throughout the book. Kace was a bit of mystery, but as Aria got to know him so did we. I was fascinated by him, and I can’t wait to peel back more of his layers. Aria stepped out of her comfort zone for Kace, because she has been hiding from her past and living a lonely existence. As she stepped out of her comfort zone for him, it brings her closer to her past and closer to danger, and they built a bond filled with light and dark. Can she tell and trust Kace with the truth? Read this remarkable book and find out! I highly recommend it, but watch out for that cliffhanger! I can’t wait for book two of this three book series!
*I received an advanced copy of this ebook for my honest review.*
Color me intrigued and fascinated by A Reckless Note. Lisa Renee Jones sets you up perfectly as to where she wants to take you in this mesmerizing romantic suspense. She gives you a roadmap filled with twists and turns, highs and lows and a few gut punches along the way.
The search for Aria Alard’s brother Gio leads her into the elite, upper crust world of buying and selling treasures, antiquities and pieces of history. Everything comes with a price though and she’s caught up in what seems to be more than one web of intrigue. Call it fate, Karma or serendipity, it’s in this world she finds Kace August. The wildly talented and successful bad boy rebel with a violin and a smoldering potency about him that leaves no doubts. He want Aria. As Kace nudges Aria towards her truth he seems to intuitively know her beneath the façade. After years of hiding in plain sight maybe it’s time for her to live again and make all her own choices but is it really intuition? Because Kace seems to have windows into her past and windows into her soul.
“I have never needed what is bad for me more than I need it right now…”
I really enjoyed this book; it is intense in the most amazing way and the reading is easy and fast. The characters somehow manage to complement each other into perfection, and the story is quite original. The writing I have to say, is really classic, it is simple and so in character of the author. However, the thing that capture my attention is the story behind this romance, the true research the author made about Antonio Stradivarius and how she combined it with fiction is completely unexpected and is what keeps me on the edge waiting for book two.
After her brother suddenly vanished from one day to another, Aria needs to find him, he’s all she got, but knowing Gio, he’s either hunting treasures or in danger. She knows that Gio is after the Stradivarius violin because there is a secret in it, one their family is trying to keep in secret but there’s so much more than what they think they know. Kace August one of a kind violinist, is the one who is managing on breaking every wall Aria has built to protect herself, they have secrets and they feel free together, but nothing is forever.
Be prepared for the cliffhanger but don’t let that turn you away from what looks to be another great series from Lisa Renee Jones.
This story is filled with secrets but we are gifted with a seductive journey on the route of uncovering them all. Aria’s brother Gio is missing and she is determined to find him, she is following some clues that he’s left behind and they led her to Kace August, famous violinist, and the sparks are flying like fireworks between the two of them.
Aria is hiding her true identity which holds some major secrets and knowing those secrets she should really stay away from Kace but the draw is too strong. Kace is somewhat mysterious as well and after that cliffhanger it will have you wondering just what the heck is going on.
A RECKLESS NOTE brings readers to RIPTIDE, an auction house, that some will be familiar with as well as some of the people that pop up in this story because they have had books of their own. It is always fun to see old friends, but you do not have to have read their books to enjoy this one because this trilogy stands alone.
I cannot wait for book 2, A WICKED SONG, but thankfully we wont have to wait to long it’s releasing later this summer.
I recommend this book for everyone that has enjoyed any of Lisa Renee Jones’ books before, if you haven’t read her work this is a great place to start.
Happy Reading!!!
A Reckless Note is book 1 in the Brilliance Trilogy by Lisa Renee Jones. I love this author and all her books. She is the queen of suspense and she doesn’t disappoint with this one. The passion between Aria and Kace and the storyline will keep you hooked from the first page. I cannot wait for the next book; my heart is still pounding from the cliffhanger in this one!!! I highly recommend this book.
Damn you Lisa Renee Jones damn you!!!
I know it just how you roll lol!! I love everything about this book and more, it has a mysterious feel, but also has a pull in every direction, my emotions where all over the place but that ending was just to much!!
A RECKLESS NOTE is the first book in the Brilliance series. This series must be read in the order of release.
You do not need to have read the Inside Out series to enjoy meeting Mark, Crystal, Chris, and Sara in this book, but they are all integral to this story. I predict that if you haven’t read that series yet, you’ll add it to your TBR after meeting them here. Oh, and yes the Walker Security Agency is also on duty, including Savage – everyone’s favorite.
I happen to love the violin. Played it as a child and still love to listen to masterful players of any genre, especially Rockstar violinist David Garrett. I have a passion for the Stradivarius history and have researched it just for my own interest. So, this book was apparently written just for me. Thank you Lisa Renee Jones. I don’t know how you knew and “you’re welcome to everyone else.” This story is amazing and we’re just getting started!
Aria’s family has a huge secret that is about to collide with her personal life. Kace is pure sexual seduction … and I’m not going to say “on a stick” …. Instead I’m going to say carrying a Stradivarius violin and a bow.
As always with Lisa Renee Jones when she is writing a series, there will be a cliff-hanger. This one was heartbreaking. I didn’t want to throw my kindle so much as I wanted to hug Aria. I don’t want to believe what she found is what it seems… but I won’t say more so that I don’t give more of that away. All I can say is the next book needs to be here soon.
Note: While I received this book as a gifted ARC, my opinions are my own and are given freely.
Title: A RECKLESS NOTE
Series: Brilliance #1
Category /Genre: Contemporary Romance
Recommended for: 18+ due to sexual content
Grammar/editing: book received as an unedited ARC / errors excused
Received from: Lisa Renee Jones
A Reckless Note by Lisa Renee Jones. 5 star
This book is the beginning of Aria and Kace but through almost three quarters in the book is really about Aria and the mystery behind her life. When she meets Kace it’s an instant attraction and the sparks fly. Lisa Renee builds their connection through very brief encounters. The plot is amazing . As their connection gets stronger I found myself really wanting to see these two really come together but Aria must learn to trust. The one night stand turns into many more nights and some travel then it stops with an awesome cliffhanger but I’m totally committed to this ride and can’t wait for the next book in this new series!- Carolyn for Book Haven Book Blog
I couldn’t put this book down. It’s fantastic and sexy. It has a twist at the cliffhanger ending so I can’t wait to read the next one. Kace and Aria are a new favorite book couple. I can see the words taking place in my head as I read.
As usual, what a great book! Wow. It is a captivating romance!
This book, first in a new trilogy, a story what is complicated, intriguingly, mysterious,sexy.. There is lust and passion..
Aria Alard is looking for her missing brother Gio, and they are the descendants of Stradivarius family. Nobody knows, and she don’t want anybody does..In here search for her brother, a note leads her to the famous auction house, Riptide.
There she meets the famous Kace August, violin player…
Can she trust him? After all, she is holding a secret very close to her heart. And he is trying to gain her trust..
Kace is a beautiful man, a rockstar with a violin, tatooted, and he is friends with Chris and Mark from the Inside Out series! So great to see those two men back in the series! I missed them!
Of course there’s a cliffhanger…pure evil….but i can’t wait for book 2!!
Thank you Lisa…As always…