Swallowing lies has never felt so good.Reed freaking Rivers. I wouldn’t trust a word out of the arrogant music mogul’s mouth if his gold-plated tongue were notarized. The Man with the Midas Touch would say anything to get me into his bed, and I know it. But that doesn’t mean I don’t want him to succeed. Indeed, the moment I laid eyes on Reed while he was speaking at an on-campus event I’d … speaking at an on-campus event I’d crashed, my body physically ached to feel his golden fingers—and tongue—all over me. Unfortunately, though, I can’t give into my powerful craving to jump Reed’s cocky bones. Not until I’ve figured out my best strategy with him …
The truth is Reed has something I desperately want. Something my heart desires even more than my body craves one night of delicious fun with the yummiest man alive. Reed assumes he’s running this game of seduction. He thinks he’s a thirty-four-year-old big cat on the prowl, and I’m nothing but a blushing twenty-one-year old field mouse with stars in my eyes.
Yeah… no.
As Reed is about to find out, he’s not the only cat on the hunt in this game of cat-and-mouse… .
BAD LIAR is the first book of the standalone REED RIVERS TRILOGY. The full trilogy is BAD LIAR, BEAUTIFUL LIAR, and BELOVED LIAR, to be read in order.
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Wow. Wow. WOW.
Addicting. Steamy. Captivating.
“She’s my new drug. An addiction I couldn’t possibly resist, even if my life depended on it.”
The banter was spot on. The characters were head strong. The chemistry was insanely hot.
Reed Rivers is a FORCE. That man takes no prisoners. He holds no punches and goes straight for the kill.
Georgina Ricci is my kind of woman. She’s independent. She’s strong. She’s intelligent.
These characters are explosive and I can’t wait for more.
My only flaw is that they were a little indecisive. They’d be hell bent on one thing and then do something completely backwards.
“Things may come to those who wait, but only the things left by those who hustle.”
Ahhh!
This
Was
EPIC!
Lauren Rowe and her ability to capture my heart with her amazing words will never cease to amaze me. I’m ashamed to say It’s been a while since I have read anything by this author and I am realizing again now why I love her work so damn much. She’s flawless and a master at her craft.
Going into this I had an expectation and of course, they were met, but I didn’t expect was just how much this story between Georgina and Reed would grab hold of me.
Georgina is sassy and witty, feisty and fun. She’s strong-headed, open and stays true to herself and loves herself. Honestly could not ask for a better heroine in a romance book. Honestly, she was perfect in every day, and I kind of had a slight woman crush on her!
Reed is the type of guy who thinks he can have what he wants when he wants it and what he wants is Georgina and to him, he thinks it’s an easy hunt, but the last thing he expected was for her to turn him down. But he won’t stop at that and will do just about anything to get this firey and sassy woman. Reed finds it intriguing and a massive turn on that this woman isn’t dropping to her knees and begging for him as most women would. That she isn’t want to instantly fall in love with him and that she is making him work it and work for it he does!
These two together were fireworks, the way they bounced off each other, but also grounded each other in a way. The chemistry and sexual tension between these two were thick and intense, to say the least, and had me craving more as the book progress.
This book? E V E R Y T H I N G! I’ve missed Lauren’s way with words. She has a way of pulling me in from page one and keeping my attention until the very last word on the very last page of the story! Ms Rowe has a profound way of painting a picture in my mind with her amazing words, they consume me beyond belief, and have me craving more for days, weeks and even months to come.
This would have to be one of my top reads of 2020 so far and I am itching for book two!
5 Stars!
I loved the story and the characters, the only downfall is it ends in a cliffhanger. There are three books to this story and I can’t wait to jump into the second book to find out what happens next.
I one-clicked Bad Liar through KU because it was Lauren Rowe. I didn’t read the blurb or notice that it was the first book in a trilogy. I just dove in headfirst knowing I was going to get a story I would love. Then I started reading and imagine my shock when I figured out that this book, I had started was about none other than Reed Rivers the same guy that has been shown throughout several books (of course the name of the trilogy gives it away but like I said I didn’t see that until after my ah-ha moment) at that point my day was even more consumed by all things Reed and Georgie because until that moment when it clicked I didn’t realize just how badly I wanted to know Reed Rivers’ story.
All it took was a look and some eyebrow action for you to feel the chemistry between these 2. Their back and forth banter was entertaining. I loved the fire inside Georgie, she was sassy, she knew what she wanted and wasn’t afraid to go for it. She had an amazingly strong confidence that I admired about her. I’m really excited to see what happens with these 2 in book 2. With the 2, I think it’s going to be a very passionate ride and I’m bound to enjoy every minute of it.
This story is scorching!
The heat level between Georgina and Reed is DEFCON 5 but their stubbornness supersedes that in an explosive confrontation. Georgie gets major points in the holding to her principles factor and loses a few in the over the top category. Reed has exponential points in the jerk category but then I will knock some off for the creative way he gains access to her again.
The levels they go in heat and in defiance are off the charts! They can argue as fiercely as they boil each other’s blood. She is trying very hard to create her niche while he is trying every trick in the book to get her.
Hot! Hot! Hot! But, also fun and engaging. Lauren Rowe never disappoints! I am ready for books 2 & 3.
Man oh man! This book is SCORCHINGLY HOT!!!
There are no other words to describe it. You will need an industrial fan and multiple FREEZING showers to douse the fire that Reed Rivers will ignite in you.
“Everybody’s got a price. To get what you want from someone, you just have to figure out what their price is, and bribe the shit out of them with it.”
Reed is the kind of guy I will definitely bang despite his arrogant, A-hole behavior but at the same time, throat punch him for it, LOL! That’s how conflicted I am with this man. He makes me feel all the extremes- lust, hate and admiration. He is one complicated man, that’s for sure.
“Hustle beats talent, when talent doesn’t hustle, baby.”
Georgina is smart, knows-what-she-wants, sassy kind of girl. A hustler and with a temperament that rivals Reed’s. That’s why when these two comes together, literal sparks comes off. Their chemistry is wayyyy off the charts, whew! That said, I can’t wait to read the next installment to read what will happen now with that delicious ending!
Lauren has been one of my favorite authors and she completely blew me away with Reed. I have gotten to know some of him in the Morgan stories, but never as well as with this story. Reed is a strong complicated man and lots of layers to peel before you see the true man, but Georgina is a stronger woman. They both have a lot to learn about life, love, and each other and I look forward to the rest of this series to see how either of them can handle the other.
I am a big fan of Lauren Rowe and Bad Liar is the perfect example of what I love most about her books. She writes characters that you wish you could have as your friends! They are characters that have depth, intelligence and humor all wrapped up together.
I was able to experience Reed and Georgina through the audible version and I have to say that the narrators did an amazing job and definitely added to my enjoyment of this book!
If you have had the opportunity to read some of Lauren Rowe’s previous books than you are probably familiar with the arrogant, extremely successful Reed Rivers, but if you haven’t, you can definitely enjoy Reed’s story all in its own!
I have always wondered what his story is and what makes him the way he is but I was not expecting all that is Reed Rivers. He has so many layers and it takes a special woman to finally let him peel those layers back to see a glimpse of the true man underneath and it looks like Georgina might just be that woman.
Georgina had me right from the beginning! I love her personality and her fierce independent nature. She wasn’t going to let a rich, arrogant man walk all over her.
The intriguing part of this book that kept me completely captivated was how they challenged each other and that only added to the intense chemistry between these two characters!
I am so excited for the continuation of their story!
Gosh, the freaking slow burn in this book was killing me! I felt every bit of the sexual tension these two characters were vibing each other with had me all discombobulated.
Reed, a big time music mogul is a tough man that can’t seem to get anyone to break his walls. He has a pretty sordid past that he doesn’t like to talk about and all the journalists are trying their damn hardest to get him to talk and divulge more of his life but he won’t budge.
When Georgina comes in the picture and he feels a strong attraction towards her, he will stop at nothing to get this little spit fire to jump into his bed and last there until he has had his fill on her. But Georgina is one smart little cookie that will do just about anything to get this handsome mogul to listen to her step-sister’s demo even if she has to jump through hoops to get that.
The slow burn had me twitching with all that sexual chemistry!
The beginning of this story has me already itching for the next book to see where Reed and Georgina’s journey will lead us to.
This is Lauren Rowe at her best- no kidding WOW WOW WOW!!
I always look forward to Lauren Rowe’s books, because I know they are all different stories, and this one was pure perfection, I couldn’t get enough- I was gripped from page one!
Bad Liar is a remarkable romance that will have you fall in love with Reed. This standalone novel will give you all the feels and you will want to devour it- I did!!!
Reed and Georgie have an amazing connection! I was rooting for them the whole time. There were times that my heart stopped and I didn’t want to know what happens next. As always, Lauren Rowe delivers a masterpiece! This is a must read and one of my favourite books this year.
Lauren Rowe is a goddess with words. I personally hung over every word in this book!! A must read!
4.5 freaking stars
And just like that I’de finished.
Freaking hell, Reed freaking Rivers, what a freaking rush, I didn’t stop reading from the moment I read the first words and I have to confess I have a girl crush.
Sassy aspiring journalist meets hot, rich record producer.
You could class this as an age gap romance, older man/younger woman. Reed Rivers aka hot, rich, has women falling at his feet bachelor has twelve years on the smart, sexy, straight out of college Georgina.
Georgina is sassy, smart, cunning, if one woman can put Reed Rivers in his place it’s definitely this girl.
“We’re fire I murmur
The chemistry is off the charts with these two scorching characters, what a whirlwind of a read, I am so anxious for more.
“We’re the same, Georgina and me. Two bullshitters, buried beneath outer layers. Two people who recognise themselves in each other”
BAD LIAR is book one in this new exciting trilogy from Lauren Rowe. I’ve read most of Lauren’ s books but none have hooked me quite as quick and held me captive as much as Georgina and Reed’s story did and I love, love, love all books I have read by this author.
“We’re a raging inferno now, Georgina and me. Both of us combustible in a way I haven’t felt in a very long time. If ever”
This has such Smart & Sexy banter that’s impossible to only give four stars just because their steamy thoughts were a tad much annoying… only for me, apparently! I can understand the subject of this book being: courtship, after all; but still… not my thing! I read this in eBook but I strongly recommend audio too! This was perfect for me since I no longer read much of Romantic Comedy, and it was the closest I could get!
I barely read books in one sitting, but this one I had to because I was blown away and finally reading something different! I need more of this book! that ending blew me away!
Lauren Rowe has been teasing us for months about how awesome Bad Liar is and she did not disappoint. Not one little bit. I devoured every single word and am now fangirling over my hands-down, new absolute favorite book. Bad Liar is a masterpiece that exceeded my every expectation. As an avid reader of about 250 books a year, this brilliant book captured my attention and my heart from page one and there was no turning back. I was immediately hooked.
Oh Reed Rivers, our sexy hero who isn’t always very hero worthy but you love him all the same. He overcame a traumatic childhood and made his fortune all on his own; he’s cunning, formidable, bossy, and one hell of a smart businessman who knows what he wants, does what he wants, and doesn’t let anyone in. His stone heart does have a soft side as is evident by how he cares for his mom, sister, nephew, and friends.
With a wicked tongue and tough exterior, Reed is successful and powerful, and use to getting his own way with no questions asked. That is until he meets Georgina who turns his world upside down. She is bada$$ and her take-no-prisoners attitude had me shouting “you go girl” over and over. She’s young but independent, a caretaker for her dad and sister, confident in her abilities yet willing to learn, and totally captivated and drawn to Reed while not compromising her integrity.
The two of them together are explosive and I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED their witty banter, one-liners, stubbornness, and how their undeniable chemistry was smoking hot even before they even spoke to one another. She’s nobody’s fool and knows he’s not after her affections or her heart. He has met his match and for the first time in his life, can’t stop thinking about this fearless beauty who challenges him, makes him laugh, and fills him with desire all at the same time. I loved their arguments and how, unbeknownst to him, he finds himself willing to compromise and laying down the gauntlet. I belly laughed out loud so many times!
Lauren’s writing is always vivid, sexy and smart and will keep you engaged the entire time. I have read and loved everything she every published, but this book is truly exceptional. I’d give it a hundred stars if I could. The author meticulously wrote page after page of tension building foreplay that kept me up until 3 am because I couldn’t go to sleep without knowing what happens next.
There were so many delicious moments and I am so excited for books two and three as I know more and more about the real Reed Rivers will be revealed. Is Georgia the woman to finally get him to open up and surrender to love? I for one am counting on it.
Yes, Yes, Yes! I love getting to sneak a peek behind the curtain of what makes Reed, Reed. The chemistry between Reed and Georgie is sizzling from the word GO! I can’t wait to see how their story unfolds. I have feeling it’s going to be an EPIC journey. #BookCoupleCrush
Amazing story set in a very interesting environment! I never knew rock star management could be hotter than the actual stars! Reed Rivers surpassed all of my expectations. This is the first book of the new trilogy and I’m already biting my nails with anxiety just thinking about where Lauren will take this story.
Reed is ruthless, unforgiving but super talented when it comes to spotting talent. He is hard-working workaholic. Underneath the armour made of suit he has a huge caring heart and he is just afraid of being taken advantage of in various sense of the term. Reed is a very complex character but I was drawn to him from the start because totally frustrated me on one page and made me love him on the other. Georgiana was such a sweet soul! A bit naive, but also a really interesting character with interesting background. She is fresh out of school and is dreaming about making it big in the world of journalism.
The story pulled me in right away! My favorite part was their first meeting which was very unique and I don’t think I’ve ever read anything like it before! From their first meeting, the story escalates quite fast and just gets better and better! Definitely five gigantic stars for this story!
OMFG!!
This book is soooo good, it was so easy to fall into, that it felt like only minutes had passed and I was finished ! Left wanting more and in high anticipation for book two
Reed Rivers – what do you say he’s so complicated and yet so simple all at once ! I can not wait for his onion to be peeled !
Lauren has the ability to write fantastic stories ! But this in my opinion is her best yet ! The banter and the heat, the quirkiness and wit you have come to expect and adore !
The anticipation of this book has been huge ! We all love Reed and couldn’t wait for his story ! And Lauren has totally surpassed all expectations !
I cannot wait until book 2
5 stars
Diz
4TLOReading
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Bad Liar is book 1 in the brand-new trilogy by Lauren Rowe and boy did she serve us up a treat in this first instalment.
Reed Rivers is finally placed before us, the star of a delicious plate of saucy, sizzling salaciousness. And the exquisite delectable side platter to this spicy delicacy?…the gorgeous fiery Georgina Ricci!
What an absolute corker of a pairing. The chemistry between these two is instant and explosive!
Mr Rivers would have to be one of THE most anticipated characters to get their own story and I think I can safely say that this book WILL NOT disappoint….like….ANYONE!
Don’t for one minute think that because this story is covered over 3 books that book 1 is light in content. This first slice of the pie whets our appetite with the initial flirty shenanigans between Reed & Georgie and then gradually, yet not so subtly, fills our senses as we gorge on a banquet of heat, humour and heartbreak, leaving us greedily wanting more, more, more.
Once again, Lauren Rowe has shown her very unique and talented hand with this story.
Her ability to engross her readers with clever wit, cheeky banter and overwhelmingly magnetising intimacy, makes her arguably, one of the best in the business and honestly my favourite author.
Bad Liar NEEDS to be on your reading schedule, and then add Beautiful Liar & Beloved Liar, because once you start this feast you will not be sated until the last drop of ink is placed on the page.
5 stars of goodness.
5 Star Review of Bad Liar (The Reed Rivers Trilogy #1) by Lauren Rowe
Wow, this book was everything I was expecting and yet so much more. Reed Rivers, I have been intrigued by him since he was first mentioned in previous books by Lauren Rowe and my infatuation with him has only grown with each glimpse we got.
Now, finally, it’s his turn and boy what a story Ms.Rowe is weaving. From the first page to the last I was captivated by Reed and Georgina(Georgie), both separately and most especially as a couple.
This book has drama, deceit, humour, passion, sizzle and enough steam to knock you off your feet. It was also an emotional read at times which totally drew me in and I simply couldn’t put it down, devouring it in almost one go.
Reed has pulled himself up from nothing to become the man he is today, he has had a harsh life, his view of the world and the people in it, except for a select few people, is skewered. Georgie is feisty, sassy and a woman I would have as a friend without hesitation. She is not afraid of anyone and refuses to put up with all the BS that life throws in her way, much like Reed himself.
As I have come to expect from Lauren Rowe, the writing was strong and you cannot help but fall for all the characters. Reed and Georgie together are explosive, their chemistry intense and I cannot wait to see what is in store for them as their journey continues in Beautiful Liar and concludes in Beloved Liar.