Beckett Steele knows what he wants and he’s finally going after it. But there’s one thing that might complicate his mission. It was easy to sign the legally-binding contract prohibiting a public relationship when he had no intention of falling in love. He agreed to participate in a reality television show in order to help promote his best friend’s new skateboarding company, but that was before he … he met Jordan Slattery. Now, he’s realizing that signing that contract might be the biggest regret of his life.
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Brazen Steele picks up right where Brazen Rush left off. Beck decides to finally admit he wants the girl, and wants to have an actual relationship with Jordan. Only problem is, he’s contractually obligated to appear single for his upcoming stint on a reality show. How will they hide their relationship with the increased public attention? Will it survive scheming exes and stalker fans? Beck and Jordan are a perfect pairing, trying to navigate a new relationship with so many outside forces working against them. Ali’s books are always so well written, but they are more of a slow burn and not super detailed in the steamy scenes. There’s just enough steam here, and I think it really works for the story. It did end on a cliffhanger, and I can’t wait to read the next.
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This book was simply put, amazing. It is one of my favorites and certainly one of the best that I have read lately. The way Ali Dean writes is almost magical and keeps my imprisoned for the entire length of her book. I read this book in about 4 hours, all in one late night because I could literally not put my phone down. I definitely recommend this book and series to anyone looking for a great book to keep them occupied during these crazy times!
Brazen Steele (Book 2)
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Overall: 5/5
Steam: 3/5
Feels:
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Character age range: 18-25 years old
Leads: Beckett Steele and Jordan Slattery
HEA: unsure
Release Date: May 1st, 2020
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Kindle Unlimited: unsure
Audible: unsure
Series:
Book 1: Bazen Rush releases April 10, 2020
Book 2: Brazen Steele releases May 1, 2020
Book 3: Brazen Girl releases Summer 2020
Book 4: Brazen Tricks releases Fall 2020
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Ali Dean is one of my favorite authors so anytime she is releasing a new book I feel honored to be able to read an ARC. After initially reading Brazen Rush I new I would love this series and I couldn’t wait to see how Jordan and Beckett’s relationship changes!
Jordan is slowly getting more notice in the skateboarding world not only for her amazing skateboarding skills and impressive runs at the competitions but also being spotted with both Beckett and Griff. With many people’s opinion flying around what will happen to Jordan?
Seeing the relationship between Jordan and Beckett grow throughout this second book was amazing! I love them as a couple and love how strong Jordan is! I am anxiously awaiting what will happen in the next book!
When this book ended I was on the edge of seat and now I can not wait to see what happens to Jordan!! If you haven’t read any of Ali Dean’s books yet you really need to change that and jump right in to any of her books!!
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Brazen Steele, the second book in the Brazen Rush Series, encompasses everything that I love about Ali Dean’s writing. It has a sports themed storyline (skateboarding) that is easy to read about and understand. It has romance that makes you really root for the main characters as the book progresses. It has enough drama and intrigue to keep you turning pages and wanting more. Brazen Steele is a lot of things; entertaining, heart felt, and action packed, but it never leaves you wanting…unless it’s for the next book in the Series! 5 Fantastic Stars!
Beckett Steele signed a legally-binding contract that prohibits him from engaging in a public relationship. No big deal since he wasn’t going to be falling in love anyway. This was required for a reality television show to promote his best friend’s new skateboarding company. But now that he has met the talented Jordan Slattery, he is starting to realize he made a mistake, especially when it looks like there could be some romantic competition on the horizon.
The characters and story line in this book are top-notch! Beck and Jordan are the kind of people the reader would love as best friends. And as you get to know more about them – they get even better! There are many stressors for both of them, but they inspire the reader’s confidence that they will be able to deal with anything that comes at them. The chemistry between them sizzles! Grab your copy and catch up on their story.
How authentic are these characters!! I loved the first book but the second has me pondering every day what happens in the next one!! It felt so real and raw with everyones emotions! It shows how she really cares about todays issue especially with one of her friends! Beck is such a down to earth. Im glad that he is a likeable character. This was one of those books you just can’t put down! I need to know what happens next!!! So much drama!!!! This author needs to make so many more! Please read everyone of them!!
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Another quick and pleasant escape of a read – book two picks up right where the first left off, and I was pleased by the progress Beckett and Jordan made from there through the rest of the book. They both still have issues that are major to them that seem minor to me, but their reasons for it are explained. The foreshadowing of future issues to come has me a little anxious, and in some cases has me wanting to shake them too! I really, really enjoy the skateboarding aspect of this series, and all of the different ways that manifests for both the main couple and the cast of side characters. I’m not blown away by the series but I do like it and am looking forward to book three, especially after that cliffhanger.
3.5 Stars
Omg! Beckett and Jordan’s journey to their HEA has a ways to go. This book is a slow-burn and had me consumed. I can’t wait to see what author has in store for us in the next instalment. Beckett and Jordan have a connection that jumps off the pages. Their characters are likeable and their crew is one that I would love to hang out with. Their laid back attitude makes reading this series enjoyable. That cliffy at the end though has me on pins and needles. I need more!
This review is going to be shorter than my usual reviews because if I type too much, I’ll spoil some things. With that being said…
I think that Beck and Jordan might be my favorite couple Ali Dean has written. I love the way their relationships grows, I love how drama-free Jordan’s personality is (she is just the kind of girl I’d find myself friends with). And Beck, he knows what he wants in this one and I’m here for it.
“ I’m saying I’m not going to be coming back around whenever guys show an interest in you, because I won’t be leaving in the first place.” *swoon*
This book leaves you on a cliffhanger and dying for the next one. So, fair warning!
Another amazing book for the highly addicting Brazen Series. This newest release continues with all the feels that left us hanging from the previous book. It starts strong and takes it readers to a journey that is so relatable with an ending that will have you at the edge of your seat. I’m so in love with the direction that Beckett and Jordan’s characters is going and can’t wait to see what happens next.
Book 2 of the Brazen series. The cliffhanger ending of this book has me on edge! I can’t wait to get my hands on book 3! Brief synopsis: Beck finally stops trying to push Jordan away and finally admits to the feelings he has been denying. Jordan continues trying to navigate her way through pro competitions and her relationship with Beck. Some complications on how they should navigate their relationship gets complicated due to Beck’s upcoming contract with the Shred Live reality show. Meanwhile Jordan’s social media presence is growing, both with fans cheering her on, as well as haters trash talking her skating skills and her friendship/relationship with Griff and Beck. All the comments eventually start getting to Jordan and leads her to becoming distracted at the worse time.
This book was a perfect continuation. I’m really curious to see how things progress for the next one
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This book was everything you want for Beck and Jordan. But that ending???? OMG I wasn’t expecting it. My jaw dropped and all I could think was “What?” I’m in need of book 3 RIGHT NOW!!!!!
I love Jordan & Beck. Jordan is such a sweet naive girl. She just wants to skate without all the spotlight, but being with Beck and being talented, that’s impossible. I feel for her and what she has to deal with. And that ending! I can’t wait for what’s to come!
Book two baby! It’s finally here for you all to enjoy!
I had the pleasure to ARC read both book 1 and book 2 (so far) and oh boy! This series is ! Both times I received the ARC copy, I read it in one sitting.
One of my favourite aspects of the books is Jordan, the main female lead. I love Jordan’s sporty and laid back, but still ambitious demeanour. She’s (for lack of a better descriptor) awesome! I think she and Beckett complement each other perfectly. The relationship between Beckett and Jordan has evolved throughout Brazen Steele, and since the end of book 1. Things are heating up between them for sure! There is still much to be addressed though. Thankfully their story isn’t finished yet, because let me just say the ending scenes in Brazen Steele are ! I cannot wait to read the next book!
Stay tuned for details on book 3!
Rating 4.5 stars. I was thrilled with the second book and again can’t wait for the third! Argh, that cliffhanger! I loved seeing Beck show his vulnerabilities, even though he has more life experience than Jordan. The issues with the TV contract and their relationship, along with all the crazy social media, is putting a lot of strain on them and it’ll be interesting to see how they deal with that as a couple. I love Beck and Jordan together and even though she is only 18 years old, she’s got a pretty good head on her shoulders. Come on, third book!
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Jordan is a go getter. She is young, enthusiastic and naive. She is being thrown into a world that she doesnt know how to handle. She is meeting and skateboarding with extremely poplar guys and having to manage the fallout from jealous girls that hide behind the internet. Is she ready for a romance with top dog Beck or does she just need to lay low? I guess we will find out in the last book of the series. I cannot wait!
After reading the first book in the series, Brazen Rush, I desperately needed this book!
I loved Jordan in Brazen Rush, but I really loved her character in this book! Her character has changed and is growing more and more! And the chemistry between her and Beck…… LOVE it!
But having great chemistry and being in the limelight of the skateboarding community also has it’s downfalls, both Jordan and Beck are having to face that struggle together.
And last, that ending!!! Just like the first book, you get a major jaw dropping ending that keeps you definitely wanting more.
Oh the cliffhanger! If you can not stand cliffhangers, wait until the series is completely out (thankfully Miss Dean doesn’t make us wait too long for the next book!). I have a moderately high tolerance to cliffhangers and this one is killing me! The book picks up right after the cliffhanger in the second book. It is a really quick read. I read this book in less than 12 hours (in quarantine with my children). The story is great and the characters are getting more loveable by the book. I absolutely can’t wait for the next one!!!
Brazen Steele is the second installment of this series and is so unbelievably good. This book gave me a ton of feels during its progression. The chemistry between Beck and Jordan is entertaining and hot to say the least! Jordan seems to grow more confident in herself and her abilities during this book, while also maintaining a humble and loveable persona. She may be considered young when compared to Beck, but her maturity level is top notch. Then there’s Beck. Hot damn, this boy is so adorably sweet and sexy. We get a better look into part of his past and some of his fears and concerns as well. The obstacles that these two face are both challenging, intriguing and at times scary. With the impending Shred Live contract hanging over their heads, I’m anxious to see what the outcome will be and how this will be handled by all involved.
Yes, this ends on a cliffhanger, but that’s a good thing and a bad thing. The good thing about this is that there’s still more to come and I’m very excited to see what that book entails. VERY excited actually. The bad news is that the cliffhanger is a doozy and will leave you screaming for the next book immediately. Like, you need it right this second because you can’t possibly wait another minute for the next book to come out. Again, that could also be taken as a good thing in certain aspects, because you’re basically proclaiming your love for this book and the series overall…like me.