From USA Today bestselling author Ava Harrison comes a billionaire romance full of witty banter and a jaw-dropping twist!I ran. Escaped the man who wanted to hurt me.I got in my car and drove. No destination. No direction. No help.I hid in the one place I would never be found. Now in New York with no job, I didn’t know what to do.Then I met him. Jaxson Price. The enigmatic devil who wasn’t only … met him.
Jaxson Price.
The enigmatic devil who wasn’t only above the law, but played it like a puppet.
He might be the answer to all my problems.
Too bad he’s asking for something in return for his help….
My heart.
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Wow! I have always enjoyed Ava’s books but this…it was so raw…so consuming. Conceal was much more than just a love story; it was breathtaking, heart pounding, and passionate. It was so well thought out, the bits and pieces slowly formed into a giant, jaw dropping, explosive end! This was, hands down, my favorite book from Ava.
Willow was on the move. Running away was the only way she knew how to stay safe. But for how long could she stay hidden?
Jax knew Willow was in trouble as soon as he met her, but he wanted her to come to him. He promised himself he wouldn’t try to solve her mystery before she gave him all the pieces.
Neither of them planned on falling for each other but when Willow’s truth came out, would it be over before it fully began?
Jax… The world needs more men like him. So sweet, thoughtful and sexy! Both he and Willow were amazing together. If you need more of the Price family – Grayson and Addison have their own books!
I enjoyed this powerfully moving romance. Jax and Willow are complex, broken characters that will sneak like thieves into your heart. It was heart tugging and heart melting to witness the evolution of these characters and their relationship. Love can change people and I thought that this was made exceedingly evident in this book. Sizzling chemistry, clever banter and deep emotions are paired with drama and suspense to create a truly wonderful read.
Jaxson Price just might be my knight in shining armor BUT do I need saving ?? I am on the run and can handle my situation myself .. or so I thought. When this man unexpectedly appears in my life right when I thought I had it ALL !!
But when I hear a conversation that wasn’t for my ears I RUN !! Far far from home .. should I be running or should I figure it ALL out but I am scared and I run and hide ..
That girl .. I never felt this this before but I can’t do anything right now with my life in the hands of my family or should I say my big brother .. I need to prove myself and NOT get involved with someone that look like she is on the run and scared. That is just what Willow looks like to me on the outside BUT i need and want to know what on the inside .. she intrigues me !
This installment BLEW ME AWAY !! I loved the banter between the brothers .. the I know of where and what Willow was going through and Jaxson I have nothing but LOVE in my eyes for him !! Every word is what you want him to say !! Intriguing is what it is !!
A friends to lovers romance with searing chemistry & suspense that will leave you breathless. Willow & Jax are incredible characters. You won’t be able to put this story down!
After reading (or rather practically devouring) Grayson Price’s story in ‘Entice’ I was excited to find out more about Jaxson Price, Grayson’s mysterious younger brother. But sadly, this story really didn’t intrigue me like Entice did and I really had high hopes going into this story.
Jaxson Price is a mysterious character, secretive about his life to everyone, even his family. His need to prove his worth to his judgemental older brother Grayson is his Achilles heel that turns him from a determined, independent man to an argumentative, petulant child. I struggled to even like Jaxson in these moments, but his moments with the even more mysterious Willow made me fall in love with him. I loved how he was patient with her, waiting for her to make the first move. Their relationship is a very slow burn romance, from barely friends, to friends, to more and considering Willow’s skittishness and horrible past, it actually works.
I liked Willow from the start of the story. She really is the female version of Jaxson, personality wise. Her past is a mystery, her fear is a mystery, but the only honest moment in her life is the strange connection to a man she meets while working at an exclusive poker game. Willow and Jaxson’s friendship is so sweet and true and sloooooowly builds into a romance that is more lukewarm than scorching hot.
Sadly, while I loved Jaxson and Willow together, the storyline felt forced and rushed and the mystery surrounding Willow was too crazy to believe.
3.5 stars
Finally we have Jaxson Price’s book and WOW!! It did not disappoint!! Loved this book and all it’s characters right from start to finish! Ava really developed the the perfect couple with Jaxson and Willow, loved them! This book was full of suspense and intrigue that kept me turning pages well into the night! Emotions run high, the chemistry is intense and steamy and story was thrilling. A definite must read!!
This story is fantastic! My favorite to date of Ava Harrison’s stories.
What an immensely emotionally charged story that I could not put down.
I have been anxiously awaiting Jaxson’s story and it is phenomenal! I loved getting to truly see him and what an amazing man he is. There are a lot of elements to this story and the writing is stunning. Ava Harrison’s ability to make you feel so deeply throughout a story leaves you breathless. And this story did just that.
Jaxson and Willow’s journey is filled with suspense, excitement, and passion. The emotions evoked are immense, the journey beautiful, and the story a must read!
I have throughly enjoyed all of Ms. Harrison’s previous books.
I adorned her heroes and admired her heroines.
But Conceal wins the prize.
My absolute favorite thus far.
I loved Jaxson.
He’s not is a what you see is what you get.
It’s more complicated than that.
Jaxson isn’t taken seriously by his siblings.
So outwardly he plays into their limited expectations of him.
But he is so much more than their perceptions.
He plays the happy go lucky well.
But in his heart he is hurt and sad.
The relationship he has with his siblings is not sound.
There is a wide rift in it especially with his brother Grayson.
It broke my heart to see the pain he was constantly going through because of the rigid relationships he had.
In truth he is dependable.
Will get the job done.
He’s sweet and kind. He’s funny and smart as hell.
Willow,in true Harrison style is one awesome lady.
Strong and brave.
Tough and yet vulnerable.
She’s run away from all that she’s known.
And she finds herself in New York to hide and figure out what she’s going to do next.
I loved seeing their connection grow and strengthen.
And how trust bonded it.
The way the both healed and helped each other was so breathtaking it mended the broken heart I carried for Jaxson.
The writing of this book is superb!
The blending of a blossoming love story and the suspense of why Willow is running was thrilling and captivating.
I loved how the author portrayed the characters and how they fit each other perfectly.
They were made for the another and no one else will do.
Outstanding read!
5 Imperfectly Perfect Crowns
I think Conceal might have just bypassed Entice as my favorite Ava novel. Her words capture you from the first moment and keep you entranced throughout. Ava has created such beautifully imperfect character’s that are complex and dimensional, written with such care you can’t help but fall in love with them.
“The devil came out to play, bargaining lives for a price, sending those to hell who crossed him.”
I have been waiting for Jaxson’s story since the very beginning his character has always intrigued me. He is the quintessential black sheep of the family. He’s thought of as the playboy screw up who comes to work late and parties all night. But, he’s so much more, watching Jaxson in this story grow and mature not only for himself but for Willow makes your heartache with happiness. He is more than Grayson gives him credit for and watching their dynamic throughout makes you see how little be thinks he’s changed. Every argument they have you want to reach in and shake Grayson just so he can open his eyes and see the man that Jaxson is becoming.
“He’s like the sun. His presence brings me warmth, but if I allow it, it will set me ablaze. Burn me.”
I fell in love with Willow completely the first time she stood up for Jaxson. At that moment I knew she was so right for him. Willow has a quite strength about her that she doesn’t see. It’s there in how she came to be in New York and it’s there in every move she’s made since she got there. Both characters are broken but in completely different ways, and each of their broken pieces finds a home in the other, slowly building and strengthening those fractured places into something more.
“His voice is husky and decadent like warm chocolate dripping over me. I want to reach out and grasp it, but I can’t.”
I loved everything about this story. The strength these characters derive from each other which then grows into so much more, is how I love seeing stories written. Ava has created a purely addictive read that you won’t be able to put down once you start., her words pour from the pages and slide over you consuming your world until the final page. You need this story in your life!!
Perfectly sexy and suspenseful new release from Ava Harrison!
Conceal is my most favorite Ava Harrison story till date. She brought a new level of complexity and depth in the characters and the story line in Conceal. And I have never read something this captivating, heartaching, layered and sensational from her. The characters are imperfectly perfect. The story line kept me glued to the pages. And the emotions captured my heart completely.
Jaxson Price. The black sheep of Price family. The misunderstood sibling always trying to prove his worth yet never taken seriously. Enter Willow. The mystery girl with no last name and darkness behind her eyes turns his life upside down. Because her hidden pain, her intriguing personality and sweet beauty attracts him like magnet. Now Willow has a broken heart and shattered soul. Her own life is a mess and she is running from life-threatening danger. She should not trust someone like Jaxson. But this billionaire playboy aka the most gifted hacker around can help her to find weapons to defeat her demons. As they start connecting, she finds the pain and sadness in Jax. And Jax realised this is the woman he has been waiting for.
Willow is an incredible character. By cruel stroke of luck she lost everything including her confidence, self worth and courage to live life freely. But the way she faces her fears and try to defeat them is just worthy of standing ovation. Jaxson found the one person who really sees him! The hurting and insecure guy behind the facade of arrogant, charming, sweet talking, gorgeous and carefree billionaire. Willow completes him and gives him the solace and peace he has been looking for whole life. Similarly he gives silent support and protection to Willow so that she can get back her strong and sassy self. This was a match made in heaven. The slow burn story carefully crafted their connection in agonisingly delicious pace. The whimsical and fun filled spontaneous outings. The apparently meaningless and lazy moments those progress to explosive steamy moments. Every thing was perfect. And then you will get an unputdownable side story full of mystery and suspense.
The heartbreaking and mesmerizing love story in Conceal by Ava Harrison is not only an exceptionally written contemporary romance. This is about acceptance, embracing own flaws and fighting for forever happiness. I left this story with some unforgettable and breathtaking emotions those have marked me forever!
Received ARC for Honest review
Jaxson is such a scoundrel but a lovable one. He’s the youngest member of his family and his siblings deemed him lazy and unreliable. Willow has a secret and Jaxson wants to know what it is. Conceal is full of surprises, it’s sweet and sexy. I was pulled into the story from the first page. I really love Ms. Harrison’s writing style. This story was most enjoyable.
Review copy was received for a honest opinion.
Suspense, Intrigue & Sizzling Chemistry!
Off-the-charts chemistry and gripping suspense will have you immersed in a friends-to-lovers romance and make you believe that timing is everything!
Willow is scared for her life. She’s run from everything and everyone she knows. Not a clue of what to do next, she re-connects with her childhood friend Maggie in NY.
Maggie not only gives her shelter, but she gives her a job and keeps her secrets. She’s the friend that Willow needs right now.
Willow’s waitressing gig for exclusive private poker parties for the wealthy, brings her into contact with Jaxson. He’s that man she accidentally ran into at the gas station. Obviously, he comes from money or he wouldn’t be there. She does her best to avoid him, but he makes himself unavoidable.
He knows right away that she’s running from something. She looks like someone who could use a friend. He’d not a man who befriends a woman, but for her he’s willing to try it out.
Willow is hiding her secrets, but she needs help. So making friends with Jaxson is her way of finding out if she can trust him with her secrets.
A story of suspense and intrigue. Willow may seem weak at times, but she is a fighter. She wants to find out the truth and take her life back. Jaxson seems like a carefree playboy, but looks can be deceiving. He cares and he’s willing to put everything on the line for Willow.
They started out as friends, but soon neither one of them could turn off their attraction. The tension and build up is butterflies in your belly and turn on the fan HOT! They had a natural progression from friends to more. It happened organically as they spent time together. And once Willow bared her soul, they were both all in. A great read with wonderful characters and a storyline that will keep you invested.
An absolutely gripping story. I could not put this book down, and as a matter of fact devoured in a few hours. Ava Harrison is a master storyteller that just draws you in no matter what. I really enjoyed Jax and Willow’s story, and I have waited patiently for it. Like with all Ms. Harrison’s books there is bound to be twists and turns. This book is no exception.
WOW… I absolutely LOVED Conceal! A beautifully written story that grabs you from the very beginning and doesn’t let go! Conceal is a story full mystery and suspense intertwined with a lot of laughs and some seriously swoon worthy sexy hotness. I love Jaxson and Willow together and couldn’t wait to see how their story was going to come together. I have loved all of the books in this series; but Conceal is without a doubt my fave!
Ava Harrison is a master storyteller who never disappoints and always leaves you wanting more. Is it too soon to ask what she will be bringing us next??
It took meeting Willow for Jaxson to realize what a good man he really is. He feels that he doesn’t measure up to his brother and sister. But Willow sees him for the man he really is. Caring, protective, always ready to help. He never expects anything from anyone but is always willing to help if need be. He knows people only use him for his “specialty” but with Willow it is so different. She feels guilty asking him for help but Jax makes her understood that she never took advantage of his generosity. He would do anything for her. He chose not to cyberstalk her but rather let her learn to trust him and only then would he be there for her in whatever way she needed.
I absolutely fell in love with Jaxson. He is just so giving, caring, loving. He just wants to be accepted and not thought of as not good enough. Willow is amazing. She cannot trust anyone with good reason but she sees something in Jaxson that allows her to lower her walls and let him in. They are perfect for one another. Sometimes it takes that special someone to open your eyes and let you see the person you are meant to be.
5 Star Review Conceal by Ava Harrison
Conceal is a well written story that blew me away. It was a wonderful book to read and Ava Harrison held me captive from the first to the last page as she wove her story.
Jaxson Price is my new book boyfriend, he ticked all the boxes for me; totally swoon worthy. I loved his brother Grayson, but oh boy Jax surpasses him. Willow in my opinion was the perfect woman for Jax, they really are two halves of a whole. I loved how strong and determined she is.
The suspense and intrigue in this story had me on the edge of my seat and I stayed up into the early hours of the morning as I kept saying, just one more chapter, until I found it was 3am. I just couldn’t put it down as I was compelled to see what was going to happen.
Conceal was an emotional roller coaster of a read and Ms. Harrison tackled a sensitive subject well. It is a book about taking chances, a leap of faith and knowing that the right person will be there to catch you.
The chemistry that smoulders between them was intense and the love and romance brought me to tears particularly towards the end of the book.
Release Date: January 19, 2020
Actual Rating: 4.25 stars
Romantic Suspense | Can stand alone
If you’re looking for a book with a super protective hero that will STEAL YOUR HEART, then you will WANT to meet Jax and Willow in Conceal. This book was GOOD. I devoured it the second it hit my kindle and didn’t stop reading until the last page. It’s romantic suspense goodness with EXCELLENT characters and a love story that will make you swoon! Honestly, it’s been a while since a hero captured my heart like Jax did. Falling in love with him is SO EASY! I enjoyed Grayson (he happens to be Jax’s brother from ENTICE) but Jax is my FAVORITE of the brothers. PS: This book CAN COMPLETELY stand on its own. You don’t need to read Entice or the other books prior to this one.
That being said, Ava Harrison has written a GRIPPING ROMANTIC SUSPENSE with Conceal and I am thrilled to have been able to experience Jax in all his glory! I’ve been excited to meet him, and he went well above my expectations. Willow is also a fantastic HEROINE and I was moved by her story. She fits Jax perfectly as well.
Jaxson and Willow’s story was a really enjoyable love story with a dash of suspense thrown in. I loved trying to unravel the mystery of Willow at the same time as watching Jaxson fall hard and fast for Willow. Jaxson was so patient with her I adored how he was written and felt we got to know him really well. Willow was a character of such strength when you find out her backstory you can only admire her. This was a passionate story with love friendship and family at it’s heart.
Jaxson’s story is about love and fighting for those you love. Jaxson decides he needs a break and someone tells him about a poker tournament and before he knows it he’s agreed to go. Willow is running but when her friend needs her to cover her at a job she agrees. That’s where she sees Jax and he remembers her but what will he do?