It began with a stolen almost-kiss.And ended in revenge.She was never supposed to cross my path.She was never supposed to know about the oaths I swore or the secrets I keep.But like a thief in the night, she took my heart and ran… even if she wasn’t mine to possess.As a member of the billionaire Elite, I live by simple tenets. A gentleman above all. Loyalty is everything.. Secrets … gentleman above all. Loyalty is everything.. Secrets whispered are never revealed. And power is king.
My so-called brothers killed my friend. I intend to make them pay. And before it’s over, I’ll bend all the rules of morality, decency and legality. I will borrow and steal to set the scales right. But begging–begging, you can forget about.
Unless she asks nicely.
My name is Ben Covington, and I know my sins.
(Big Ben is only the start of the story. Ben and Liv’s story continues in the Benefactor)
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This book is awesome!
Any Nana Malone fans are going to love it.
It channels the mystic and intrigue of the shameless series with the cloak and dagger feel of the original royals books.
Add a sexy British accent and a naive yet badass heroine to the mix and I’m hooked.
Can’t wait for the rest of Ben and Livy’s story!
5 stars and a batman pin.
Thank you Nana Malone for a complimentary copy. I voluntarily reviewed this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
Big Ben
See No Evil Trilogy #1
By: Nana Malone
REVIEW
Meet Ben and Livie, who, themselves, met in a closet. Both happened to find their way into this closet at a fundraiser, and they share a hot kiss. In the light of day, Ben realizes that Livie works for his company. Serendipity is a tricky thing. Ben is a rich businessman, super hot and bent on retribution for the death of a friend. This death is somehow connected to the Elite of London(rich connected businessmen)of which Ben is a part, but he has been betrayed. Ben and a few close friends are intent on exacting justice to the ones who killed their friend. This secret society is cloaked in secrecy, lies and danger. Livie is in mourning for the death of her mother, and she has a terrible boyfriend who is so unworthy of her. As the story progresses, it becomes evident that Livie is in danger, but this lucky lady has Ben to protect her. The chemistry between these two heats up, and jumps off the page. I love the character of Ben because he is a man’s man, and that is so hot! As the song says, this is a man’s world. I’m cool with that if it’s this guy!
I loved this book. I thought it was a great read that I could not put down once I started reading it. I loved how the relationship between the two main characters grew throughout the development of the story.
One of the things that I like best about blogging is taking a chance on new-to-me authors and absolutely loving their work. Case in point, author Nana Malone. I’d heard of her and her books, of course, but had never taken the opportunity to read her work. When BIG BEN came along, my interest was thoroughly piqued, and in I went.
Romantic suspense is so much my thing, and this book does not disappoint. A secret society, blackmail, workplace romance, and characters that made me want to keep reading, yep, this was definitely my kind of book. The kind that makes you say, ‘What?! What do you mean this is the end?’ when you flip to the last page. That, to me, is an author that I want to read more of, and a story that I’ll be following up to the end.
Knowing that there are two more books to come in this series makes me a happy reader, and I cannot wait to go deeper into Ben and Livy’s world. I can’t get enough of Nana and the See No Evil trilogy, making both Nana and her books happy recommendations from me.
Big Ben is the first in Nana Malone’s See No Evil trilogy, and her cliffhangers that keep wanting more. I loved reading and following the beginning of Ben and Olivia’s, told from both of their points of view. This book has danger, secrets, and some fun, and I look forward to reading next book of trilogy.
All the bells and whistles you need with a thrilling suspense romance. This is an absolute, hands down must read!! Flawlessly and fantastic written. I can not stress enough how much I loved this book. It definitely kept me on the edge of my seat. Once you pick it up, you won’t be able to put it down. Nana Malone is a brilliant and very talented writer. She writes a balanced book with brilliant characters. Well done Nana Malone on another fantastic book. Happy reading everyone!!
So much tension, drama and intrigue in this latest from Nana Malone. Loved Ben and found this to be an excellent and well written story. As for the ending wow what can I say. You have to read it to find out!
I loved this book! I’m so pumped for the next book in this trilogy. A slow burn with sexy banter that was well worth the wait. I’m so interested to know more about Ben. Olivia is admirable for sure, with the restraint she has towards Ben’s intoxicating charm. I mean Ben practically oozes sex appeal and that dirty mouth, MY GOD! This story ticks all the boxes for an all consuming romance and you’d be missing out if you don’t read this ASAP!
Olivia Ashong, is in a relationship that is going no where.
When she is at a work function for her boyfriend, she finds herself in a closet.
When someone else joins her, the only way out is to fake making out with him.
Ben Covington, billionaire, is there to collect information.
When he finds that he won’t be able to get out of the party with the information, he slips it to Olivia.
Now, he must protect her and himself.
This is going to be an awesome series.
It’s gripping and a page turner.
Secrets, danger, romance and a little fun. Alpha male and a sassy female. Ben is big, handsome and rich. He gives off the spoiled rich vibe but he cares deeply for those close to him. Liv is coming through a rough patch. Ben brings back her strength and confidence. He pays attention to the little things. Ben is on a mission to get revenge for his friend’s death. Liv haphazardly stumbles into his path. Someone wants to hurt them both. Book one leaves us wondering if it’s the same someone or is there a dual mystery going on.
Brace yourself folks for this heart pounding, page turning, edge of your seat romance thriller. It’s mysterious and sexy at the same time. This is book one of 3 in this series. It’s for grown folks. Nana Malone put her usual magic in the spinning of this story. Olivia and Ben will set your kindle on fire. The doozy is the cliffhanger. That’s all I’m going to say. Read it for yourself. It’s told in different points of view, no cheating, but does end in a cliffhanger. I highly recommend you sit down and enjoy this thrilling ride.
What a thrilling, intense slow-burn romantic suspense! Ben may be seeking revenge for the murder of his friend but he makes a swoony, sweet and sexy hero as well. And Olivia is a strong, brave little thing that can hold her own considering all she’s put through in this suspenseful read. Lots of chemistry between these two along with a mysterious, interesting and intriguing storyline. Beware, it ends on a killer cliffhanger! Can’t wait for the next book! I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC for NetGalley.
From the moment they were stuck in that closet together until I was throwing my phone down because of the cliffy – Nana Malone had me HOOKED big time with this one! I am not a stranger to Nana’s ability to make you want more before she is ready to give it but I went into this one thinking I was prepared, to expect it (its a book 1 after all) and that I got this I will be ok – yea NO….NO …. I want Book 2 NOW. I guess I will have to try to satisfy myself by re-reading again via audiobook I mean Shane East after all, duh!
This story has a bit of everything, suspense, intrigue, secret societies, and of passion. And boy does Ben and Livy bring on the passion. At first they play coy with each other, but when the fire is lit, it explodes, can’t wait to see what happens in book 2 because warning there’s a big OMG
I am not sure how this author does it but every single time she creates a new story, it becomes my absolute favorite. Ben Covington is everything I want in a man. But it’s the mystery and suspense that had me biting my nails. There’s a little creepiness and Olivia’s ex deserves whatever comes to him. Then add in secret society! Oh my! Then there’s Olivia. She’s absolutely awesome. From their very first encounter, you know they will be all consuming. Together they create pages that will burn through your kindles. I am once again hooked and left hanging, needing many answers. Grab this sensationally written book and jump on the Nana Malone train.
This is the first of a trilogy so there is a cliffhanger!
This is a billionaire romance with an element of intrigue and mystery. While I found the romance somewhat predictable and I had a difficult time connecting with Olivia as I found her waffling about her boyfriend annoying, I actually like the intrigue aspect better. Ben is a member of a secret Illuminati-esque group. There are political machinations going on that promise to be quite interesting. There is also a hint of Olivia dabbling in some intrigue that will hopefully be fleshed out in the next books.
I received a free copy from Netgalley. This is my unbiased review.
Am I flawed in my thinking? Am I flawed in my desires? Am I flawed with my moving forward? Oh my . . . I love Ben. I want Ben. I need Ben. This one had me all in from just a few chapters. I started it and just could not put it down. I was on with it from page-to-page, chapter-to-chapter. I had it so bad that I read it a second time the next day.
The words on the pages revealed to me a man that was to the depths of his soul a man. A man that had self-respect, self-understanding, self-awareness, and most of all a man that knew too much of what the world he was in was like. Ben Covington had me from the start. What man could come in a take his place. The next installment of See No Evil, will give me the answer to that question. Patiently waiting.
Big Ben, book one of Nana Malone’s See No Evil trilogy, set the series off to a bang, but cannot be read as a standalone.
Ben Covington, billionaire and member of a secret society known as the Elite. He knows and understands that power is the key to everything. Yet, he’s about to go against everything he is supposed to believe in to bring about justice for a friend.
With plans ready to go, he didn’t have time to worry about anything else . . . especially the woman who crossed his path on the night everything was set into motion. He couldn’t forget about her even if he wanted too, and now Livy has been drawn into something she has no clue even exists putting her life in danger as well as risking her heart.
Ahhhh, Nana Malone! There is so much happening that I am completely sucked in and need more now. Ben and Livy set the room on fire from the moment they first lay eyes on one another. Their attraction is insane and combustible! I love that he can’t stay away from her, and that she gives to him as good as she gets! They are a perfectly matched couple in intelligence, wit and attraction.
With both battling their own demons that are becoming more and more intertwined, Big Ben sets the stage for one heck of a tale. I have so many questions and am completely entranced. With suspense, intrigue, an alpha male and a kicka$$ and sassy woman, Big Ben was everything that I’ve come to love about Nana Malone’s writing! 5 stars and a desperate plea that The Benefactor reaches my kindle asap!
Five freaking flaming stars! Nana Malone has created a world I am a little bit afraid of but characters I’d love to live with. Ben and Olivia are smoking hot and create an epic explosion of fun, feistiness, and passion. The would melt the paint off the walls with all the sexual tension! Their friends are true friends.
No synopsis because I’d give things away. I will say I love all the things and 80% of the people. (Because there are those you will not like at all!) The story is fun and engaging. The settings are wonderful and you can just see how they go, especially the Paris trip. There are happy funny moments, sad heartache moments, and some “I really want to strangle that person” moments. Then there is the ending. Hold your breath!!
I loved it all.
Let me start by saying this ends in a cliffhanger, so if you are like me, you may want to wait til the trilogy is complete to start reading. There are many things going on in this book. There is of course, the romantic element, but in addition to that there is some suspense/thriller/spy type of things happening. As far as the romance goes, it is a slow burn, barely there (considering she already has a boyfriend.) Their meet cute is something else though! 😀 There is mystery and secrets (mostly on his end.) The characters are sexy, strong, smart and often funny. Some of the characters you may recognize from other books in one of the few royal series’ from this author. This isn’t a dark read per se, but it’s not exactly a light-hearted read either. There are some heavier moments, but then there is some humor to keep things leveled. There are things that are hinted at, but we end this book with lots more questions, in regards to some of the secrets and mysteries involved. It reads smoothly and easily. Alternates between POVs. Minimal sexual content, though there is lots of sexual tension.
*I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley.