It wasn’t meant to be this way—she shouldn’t have fallen for my brother and left me for him. But she did. And now I’m left to pick up the pieces of my shattered, broken heart. And to top it off, they want me to come to their wedding. Do they think I’m a pushover? Do they think of me as a joke? The old saying stands true, ‘why have enemies when you can have family.’ I understand it now, better … than I ever have in my life. There’s one unexpected surprise though, Storm. She blew in just like one and makes the pain diminish. She’s exactly as her name describes her—she is a storm. A beautiful and powerful one. But not all things are meant to last. Like a storm that wreaks havoc, some things cause anguish, and in my life she may very well be one of them.
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His brother stole his girl, broke his heart yet somehow he’s the black sheep once again.
Her new life means no more moping over him who couldn’t be faithful. But fake smiles hurt so much!
One small challenge to change their destiny and bring upon them stormy seas.
I fell in love with the first book in this series “Cavalier” and knew this was going to be a “must read” series.
Echo just confirmed this as he buried deep within my heart with his crushed soul and unearnt title of the underdog.
He’s my ten too, and I hope Storm will share him with me.
She’s the boss within working hours, but outside she’s just like you and me. Sat upon her sofa binge watching the tv.
A red haired beauty who is true to herself and deserves to be loved as a number one.
Another fantastic mesmerising and memorable read. Full of drama and angst. Highs and lows.
Total and utter perfection to me. I sit here my heart full of love for Echo and my need for the crimson elite sated until the next book in the series is released.
I haven’t nearly enough of this authors work. I know this because when I get to the end I look for more. This is a great second, third, forth chance: one night is never enough: love them completely type of read. I felt these two from the start. Her full of sass and strength, yet determined and loyal, she stood by him before she knew she wanted more. He may have been lost and angry before he met her, confused even, but she changes him. What starts out as a quick go ends up as so much more. But this isn’t just about them. Having family can be the best or the worst, but it;s so much worse when their love and support isn’t readily available or easily attained. And sometimes just sometimes even that can change. This standalone read is the complete package, sexy, fun, emotional. I love this author and what she does with words.
Can I just say how much I loved this book? This series get better and better. If you’ve read book 1, which I highly encourage to do, then you know Echo has some issues. Let me tell me you..He’s got his hands full with this book. Echo has had a hard life. He’s family life is screwed up.. I mean he’s had to live is his brother’s shadow. He has a bat shit crazy ex girlfriend that rings even more havoc in his life. Storm comes in just like well a storm. She makes him work for it. I have never loved a character more then I love Storm. She is awesome! She is exactly what Echo needs in his life. She puts up with the crazy and stands her ground when its needed. This book has crazy drama but it also has a heart. This story will make you want to cut a crazy bitch! You will absolutely love Storm and Echo!
Book two in the series and it just keeps getting better. I adored Echo and Selena’s story. It was witty and fast paced with an addictive storyline with enough sexual heat to set the pages on fire. I love how the author made Selena such a strong character, she’s a successful career woman. An independent woman who knows her own worth and isn’t afraid to go for what she wants or to step back from something that isn’t good for her. Echo was a surprise purely because I didn’t expect him to be so vulnerable whilst still retaining his more dominant side.
Can’t wait to read the next book in the series.
Anguished is book 2 in the Crimson Elite Series. If book one was 5 stars then Anguished is “10” stars! I think that T.L. Smith out did herself with this book! Loved it!!!
This time it is Echo’s turn. He is one of the co-owners of the “most exclusive sex club”.
I am glad that Echo is coming out of the fog he had been in for a year. Ever since he was dumped by his ex and who his ex ends up with. And, it took Storm to bring him back alive.
Storm & Echo have the tearing off the clothes kind of sex! This story will just melt your heart for Echo too! And, Storm is just the right kind of sassy! When she tells Selena (Echo’s ex) who she is.
“Oh me? I’m the one fucking Echo here. And from what he says, he’s never had it better.”
T.L. Smith you nailed it with Anguished! I loved reading this book. Next up is Conceited the 3rd book in the Crimson Elite Series.
Both just got out of really bad break ups, both are looking for a distraction. Storm is new to the city and bored, Echo just needs to let go of his ex. One night was all it was supposed to be. All Storm wants is uncomplicated, and all Echo brings is complicated. But damn these two are seriously hot!
This is the second book in this phenomenal series, and is Storm and Echo’s story. From previously meeting Echo I knew that he had a story to tell and what a story it is. With an ex who is a real piece of work, he is left broken and vulnerable. When he meets Storm in a club there is an instant attraction between them, however she has her own demons to live with. I loved the witty banter between these characters as well as secondary characters. This is a well written flawless story, which is emotional, humorous and entertaining which had me totally captivated throughout this addictive page turner, and I cannot wait to read the next book in this series. I highly recommend this talented authors’ work for all.
This book. THIS BOOK! T.L. Smith really outdid herself with this one! I love everything about Anguished! This story is the bomb!
When words fail you… Let’s see. I can’t remember the last time a book hooked me so well like this one did. The main characters? Dude, you better buckle up, because the banters between them are PHENOMENAL! Like serious, bone-deep fighting, with the highest level of passion. And I was being diplomatic here, because I’m a lady like that. (THIS BOOK IS FLIPPING HOT, MATE!!!)
But other that, T.L. Smith gives a real deepness to this story. I really love her writing and now, it’s just plain flawless. My favorite from her so far.
Dear everyone, you should totally read this book. Dang, the whole series!
Ok, I totally fell in love with Echo. Everything about him and his relationship with Storm was what made this book so beautiful. Selena, on the other hand was one throat punch away from driving me crazy. This book had all the feels like only T.L. can do. So beautifully written, funny banter between characters, steamy and all around feel good book.
Hot damn!! This book was beyond steamy! I couldn’t put this book down and read it, in one day.
Echo is a 10 for sure!!! Storm is a spitfire! I loved these characters. Echo’s story will pull you in and leave you wanting more with each turn of the page! This is a must read! Go 1 click this sexy bad boy today!
To be totally honest after being introduced to Echo in Cavalier, I wasn’t all that sure I liked him that much. I didn’t dislike him however he didn’t seem to be a character with a lot of backbone to me. Oh how wrong I was, I am not afraid to admit.
Echo Brown, after having his heart broken by his ex, meets Storm Hale, a professional young woman who unbeknownst to him has had the same happen to her. Forming a purely physical relationship can’t hurt, can it?
Echo is at times quite a complicated character yet at other times we see he’s not. You honestly can’t help but like him straight away and feel sorry for him after everything he’s been through and continues to go through with that family of his, boy what a family. See, I really misinterpreted his character in book one entirely! Storm is such a strong character, I liked her and could relate to her very easily.Echo was so right when he said she had a ‘sharp personality’.
The way this author uses words to describe scenes, especially intimate ones, is almost indescribable. The sentences themselves flow so well together that they are not only emotive but also memorable. They aren’t necessarily fancy words or exceptionally long sentences but they are masterfully pieced together to create vivid images.
Although there are some deeper, more intense issues explored in the story, there is also a good dose of humour. Whether it’s sarcastic wit between the four partners or fun banter between other characters, it is a light relief that makes you smile.
Another sensational story by this author, bring on book 3!
And here I was thinking that I couldn’t fall any harder for Echo, but yet here we are….
Good lord my heart!
Guys I literally devoured this novel. I had too, because a touch of Echo in the first novel of this new and perfectly written series just wasn’t enough for me. The wait was a killer, because my fascination for Echo was borderline insanity. So yes when it finally arrived and I had Echo’s world in my hot little greedy hands I had to start it straight away….
Hey a girl needs to feed her addiction right?
Man I loved Echo’s story.
Of course I knew leading into Anguished I would get a dark and gritty read with a whole lot of angst and danger, because TL Smith is an absolute expert at it. But what had my heart missing a beat and what had me literally holding my breath was the vulnerability, the rawness of emotion and the heartache that was Echo’s life. What he had to endure was crushing to say the least.
A side of Echo that for me made him even more perfect in my eyes.
And the storm people….The storm that rolled into Echo’s life….Lets just say you couldn’t get any more explosive, devilish, cheeky and sinfully delicious.
Perfect, just perfect
5 stars
Anguished is book 2 in the Crimson Elite series. This book is about Echo and Storm and about learning to love and trust again. Two people broken by love will they ever be able to move forward and trust again? A chance meeting, a one night stand, manipulation and an ex that won’t go away. This book is steaming hot, if you loved book one you will definitely enjoy Echo’s story. Just one click you won’t be disappointed.
Echo is by far my favorite in the Crimson Elite. There is just something about a broken man that tears at the heart strings. Storm is just the woman he needs to put his pieces back together. She is strong , sexy and sassy as hell.
What starts out as a one night stand turns in to a whole lot more.
T.L writes the perfect story and it’s a wild ride that does not disappoint.
You find out why Echo is the way he is and you will definitely want to throat punch Selena.
This series just keeps getting better and better.
Pretty entertaining darker romance. I enjoyed the read. Not my favorite book of all time, but nice for a bit of an escape from reality.
Again I love the dual reading that was done by Tad Branson and Lidia Dornet, they both did a great job of bringing this story to life.
Echo has not had great luck with relationships, especially considering his one and only left him for his brother. In an attempt to get over his ex, Echo hooks up with a stunning redhead one night, but one night just won’t be enough. How long can a relationship of sex when needed last without feelings getting involved? And will Echo ever get over his ex?
This is another great story, I love both Echo and Storm and the growth that both went through to get to the end was so well written. Again, this book is absolutely on fire with the connection between the two. Such a wonderful book!
Echo… Tortured Echo…
So this was a crazy ride
Storm and Echo were a whirlwind together. So many highs, lows and misunderstandings. But I loved them for it all the same. Flawed characters are my absolute favourite and damn if Echo wasn’t flawed and yet I fell for his cockiness anyway. Damn straight he’s in my book boyfriend hall of fame along with Creed. I love these boys!
Dayum hot
I was anxiously waiting for this book, and I wasn’t disappointed. Again we are taken on a rollercoaster of a ride in this book. It has everything that you need in a read, I read it all in one sitting and I am loving this series. Now I have to wait for the next book, to get my fix of the gorgeous men featured in this series.
Such a great book absolutely loved it