We weren’t destined to be together, in fact we were strictly forbidden.The moment my eyes land on my brother’s best friend, my childhood crush comes flooding back.If I was still the good little girl he remembered, I’d tell him exactly who I am.Instead, I only have one thing on my mind—showing him exactly the kind of woman I’ve become.I’ve screwed up so many times in my life, it’s starting to … many times in my life, it’s starting to feel like it’s all I know how to do.
So what’s another notch in my belt of bad decisions.
Besides, I’m not looking for forever—just the one thing I never thought I’d get.
Him, for one night.
So after one delicious night of passion, I thought our fun was in the past…
Until I walk in to my brother’s apartment and meet his new roommate—Hudson Slade.
The look of shock doesn’t surprise me, but the regret in his eyes cuts deep.
Even more surprising, the way my heart skips when our eyes meet.
The one time in my life I make the right decision, and fall for the kind of guy I deserve, I’m still stuck with disappointment because the right choice means betraying my brother.
I’m not ready for this to end, I never will be.
This can only end in heartbreak—I know that.
Deep down, I think he does too.
He’s just not ready to admit it yet
But it’s better to jump from a sinking ship than to drown with it.
If you love a captivating forbidden, small-town romance full of passion, promise, and a touch of the feels, then scroll up and 1-Click today! This story has just enough scorching heat, heartbreak, and hope. With no cliffhangers and of course a happily ever after!
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Hudson was recently discharged from the Military and is looking to acclimate to civilian life again. While going about his day he runs into Brad his best friend from childhood who offers him a place to live. Looking to let off some steam he goes to a bar for the night and runs into a mysterious woman who throws him for a loop. He leaves without thinking and hopes he will run into her again. When he walks into the apartment Deven better known to him as Danielle turns out to be not only the woman he has been looking for but also Brad’s totally off-limits little sister. While they try to fight what they both feel in order to not hurt anyone they are close to as they get to know one another sharing the same space they fall even more and more for each other. After heartfelt talks and a few forbidden nights, they decide this is for real and give it a shot. There is so much to this story that I cannot even begin to write or spoil for you but know there are a few things that are pretty touchy as far as subject matter so if you are super sensitive to rape or incest I would not read this book. While it is handled in the best way and covered with extreme respect it was hard for me to read. The overall writing of the book though is so well done and the love you feel from every page makes each chapter worth it.
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I absolutely LOVED IT!!!! I love the Slade brothers series. It was so amazing to learn about each and everyone of them. I loved the characters, the plot and the development. I loved the humour as well. I laughed myself silly while reading it. I loved the fact the strong, independent female characters were used and lets not forget witty. . Alexis Winter, well done on another amazing book as well as an amazing series. I know that others will like it as well.
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I really enjoyed this story. Deven grew and matured throughout the book and Hudson was instant alpha. This writing style reminded me of Aurora Rose Reynolds. I’m happy I took the time to read this book and will read more of this author!
I really enjoyed reading Best Friend’s Sister by Alexis Winter because it was such a fantastic book about Hudson and Deven. Hudson is the youngest of the Slade brothers and he has come home discharged from the military. Deven is the younger sister of his friend Brad who he is currently rooming with. Deven and Hudson had a one night stand that was fantastic. But once Hudson finds out who she is, he tries his very best to stay away. Seeing that they both are staying with Brad, makes this arrangement difficult. I really loved Hudson and Deven ‘s characters. They were so steamy together and they both really fell hard for each other. This book kept me on the edge of my seat a few times. I wondered what was going to happen. I highly recommend reading this book and this series. It is full of steamy and passionate characters. It also gives insight to the other characters in the books and what has gone on in their lives.
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Complete Love Story!
Hudson and Deven fall in love behind Brad’s back. Their story is predictable in the best way, with the reader waiting for characters to make the right decisions. This book has a complete HEA, with a trigger warning.
The last chapters almost stopped by heart!
This is my first book in the series and I’m excited to go back to read the rest!
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Haden and Devon have a wonderful story but not without it’s troubles. Bro code being a biggie. But is Haden willing to go against bro code for true happiness or will he just come out and tell his best friend. Loved the development of the characters. Great series !
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The last of the Slade brothers sees Hudson return to civilization after spending time in the military. He is staying with his old friend, Brad. He meets Brad’s sister, Devon. Devon gave Hudson a different name because she had a crush on him since she was 8. The two have chemistry but Brad and the bro code stand in the way. The characters were interesting and well developed.
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What a great story with very engaging characters.
This is book 5 of a series but can be read as a stand alone.
Hudson and Devon will captivate you with their tale of forbidden love
This book was a definite page turner.
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This is book 5 in the Slade brothers series. It is Hudson and Devon story. The story line has drama conflict passion secrets and suspense. I voluntarily reviewed this ARC.
This is the first time I’ve read this author. I did not know what to expect but was so very pleasantly surprised. This book had me on the edge of my seat the whole time. I couldn’t put it down. I read it in one day from start to finish. Very impressed with the characters. Very impressed with the writing. The characters grow and change throughout the book. It was such a pleasure to read. I would recommend not only this book but this author or for anybody who Wants a great modern love story.
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It’s a horrible thing to only want the one thing you know you can’t have. I could have any other woman, so why do I want her?
Hudson has just been released from the Army. Now he has to decide what he wants to do. But first, he just wants to relax, so he goes to the only bar in town. Then she walks in. I can’t help but notice her, there is something familiar, but I can’t place where.
When Deven “Danielle” walks into the bar, her eyes land on Hudson, a guy she’s had a crush on for as long as she can remember. He is my brothers best friend. He doesn’t seem to recognize me, now was my chance to make my dreams come true.
When you find something good, do you roll over and let it go, or do you fight for it?
Another great read in the Slade brother series and this time we get Hudson’s story he is the last remaining brother the one recently returned from the military and he is about to face a temptation he may not be able to resist
Devon always crushed on Hudson Slade he was the best friend of her brother Brad so the Bro code always made her off limits Then one night she sees him in a bar and she is determined she will finally have a taste he doesn’t recognise her so she introduces herself by her middle name and they have a night of passion then both go their separate ways. The only problem is she didn’t realise that he is going to be her brothers flat mate and soon they see one another again and this time he knows who she is He wants her but knows he shouldn’t will he turn away or will he go after what he wants You will have to read to see which option he takes.
Once I started reading this book. I couldn’t hardly put it down. It was steamy from the beginning and just kept getting better. This book brought out a lot of emotions for me. It had me excited, upset, laughing, swooning, and emotional.
Hudson comes home from being discharged from the military and goes back he grew up and his family to figure out the next chapter of his life. Enter Deven his best friends younger sister (who has had a crush on Hudson since she was in Elementry school) and his best friend Brad who he hasn’t seen since he was in high school because they had moved away before their senior year. Then all kids of memories and sparks fly in a lot of different ways.
Hudson totally made me swoon. I like his loyalty and need to try to do the right thing. He has family values which totally makes me swoon. This book was such a wonderful read. I am still thinking about it vividly while I write this review.
If you like a little drama, emotional storylines, and a love story with swooning steam with a little alpha mixed in then I totally recommend that you read this book.
This book is part of a standalone book series about the slate brothers. You can read this book by itself it is a completed book. After reading this book I decided to by all the Slade Brothers books so I read the other brothers stories. I can’t wait to dive into those.
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Alexis put a huge exclamation point to the end of this absolutely amazing series with Hudson’s story. I think it might just be my favorite. The smoking hot chemistry between him and Devon is off the charts. The dedication he tries to maintain with his friendship with Brad Devon’s brother is admirable and Devon just loves to push Hudson to the extreme. This story line contains some drama and surprises that you won’t see coming.
Alexis Winter knows how to bring us a series that doesn’t disappoint and packs plenty of strong women who can tame the alpha men in their lives. I just love her books. This Slade brother’s series was one I will definitely be revisiting and I was honored to be on this ARC team all thoughts and opinions are all mine.
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I wish Bookbub had a way to give half stars, because this one was definitely a 4.5 stars kind of read for me! I really liked the off the charts chemistry between Deven and Hudson. Deven is quite young with a troubling past, but with Hudson by her side she matures quite nicely. This is my first book and it sure won’t be my last. Even though there are other books in this series, you can read this as a standalone. The only thing is there might be a few surprises. Anyway, really great book. Lots of scorching scenes, great chemistry, great flow, really kept me engaged from start to finish! I really loved the ending, what a surprise!
The couple, Hudson and Deven, were made for each other. Hudson is the ‘do the right thing’ kind of guy and Deven is the girl that pushes the boundaries. I enjoyed this installment of the Slade Brothers but I probably would have enjoyed it more if I had read the first few books of the series. I felt that it was lacking some backstory information that would have helped me understand where Hudson was coming from and why he acted like he did in some instances.
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I was concerned as this was the 5th book in the series however it was easy to catch right up. The characters are likable and as you would expect there is drama mixed into this story. I will undoubtedly read more of Alexis Winter’s books.
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Very good romance
Although this may be the previously encountered story of the relationship with the best friend’s sister, I found this story quite original as the two heroes seem to be poles apart from each other on paper: she is 18. years old and is the black sheep of the family although she has good reasons and he is a former soldier who has just quit the army. Their meeting takes place without knowing who they are and they don’t think that their relationship will last more tahn few hours even though she has recognized him as her brother’s friend.
The story is very well written, with some predictable sides, but others unpredictable and with twists and turns.
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Hudson and Devin are looking for something. He is back home from the military suffering PTSD and Trauma. Devin’s life changes after her father dies and her brother leaves home. She makes a lot of poor choices that lands her in trouble. When Hudson returns home he runs into his brother and best friend where he finds a place to stay not knowing the changes that are coming his way. When he hooks up with a woman at a bar, he never would have believed that she was in fact his best friends little sister or that he would be living under the same roof with her. This intriguing story will have you all caught up in Hudson and Devin’s drama reading with baited breath to see how it will all play put.
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I got a copy of this book through BookSprout and I voluntarily chose to review it. This book is well written with good characters. Honestly, this isn’t my favorite book but I have to say it was a good story. I would encourage you to give this one a chance . I do believe you will enjoy this story. It is the fifth book in this series but is a stand alone read.