Everyone knows appearances can be deceiving, and in my case, even I’ve been fooled. The last thing I need is immature man-child, Alexander Bennet, trying to smile his way into my pants. I hate everything about him; his stupid smirk, his rumbling chuckle, and the way butterflies riot in my stomach when he aims them at me. Our sparring matches go from maddening to stimulating and suddenly my mind … suddenly my mind and body are at war.
Unfortunately for me, my life is nothing but lies. Twisted secrets keep throwing us together then pulling us apart as we try to unravel it.
Will the one person I want nothing to do with, be my salvation? Or are we doomed to tear each other apart?
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My fav book of Andi’s to date.
Wow, what absolutely amazing book. So much love, heartbreak and happiness.
Andi Jaxon outdone himself again with another amazing book. Another book that you can’t put down, he has a way with words.
I just loved all the characters, and seeing all the dynamics between each one.
Alex may seem immature, and not caring even though with his job it seems odd. He has a heart of gold, and really cares about his neighbourhood.
Kristen may of come from a rich background, but it goes to show not everything as it seems. She has a big heart, and an even bigger friendship.
Another amazing book.
I’ve been waiting to read this story, which seems like forever, and I’m so glad I did. This book has it all. Dual POV, characters you WILL fall in love with, characters from her previous book (Learning Curves m/m romance), page turner, love, romance, suspense….everything. The title of this book says it all. Curves ahead….every time I thought I knew what was going in, Andi tricked me. And I floved it. My emotions were all over the place, and I’m still in awe after finishing it.
I dont want to give any spoilers away but if you are looking for a book that will pull all of your feelings out at once and throw them in the blender to mix around, then this is the story for you. Kristen was a wonderful and feisty character that you fall in love with. Alex was a character that I had a love/hate relationship with. I always know that if I usually dislike a character at the beginning I will live them at the end. Alex proved that.
Their love story is one for the books and you wont want to miss it. Congratulations, Andi, on a very well job done. Cant wait to read what’s next.
So I went into this book somewhat blind, but it’s easy to figure out who the characters are, what they mean to each other, and what they’ve all been through. If you have any abuse triggers, this is NOT the book for you. If you don’t, then read this story and be prepared for the mind games you’re about to experience.
I was hooked by the possible panic attacks and “is this real”worry that Kristen had, and then Alex and his reactions to her and need to protect her kept me reading for more. Their frenemies to somewhat friends to lovers to HEA journey is full of emotional growth and learning to trust, which is all the more impressive when we finally learn just how twisted and tangled Kristen’s past and present both are. I wanted to cry, throw up, throw the iPad, yell, and keep reading all at the same time, especially toward the end of the book. But then? Then, Alex rides in to save the day in spectacular fashion and I found myself wishing for more time with him and Kristen.
This was my first book by this author, but it definitely won’t be my last.
OMG! This book was not at all what I was thinking it was going to be. It was so much more! I have been waiting for Kristen and Alex to get their story but had no idea it would be together. Their story has kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time. I could not put this book down. No matter where I was at or who I was with I would try to sneak in at least a couple of mins of reading. This book was absolutely amazing.
Alex and Kirsten’s story is an emotional roller coaster from beginning to end, and is a dark and intense read. This gifted author has written an awesome story with a complex and intricate, enemies / lovers plot, as well as having secrets, lies, humor, and is a steamy read, which all have me totally captivated throughout this addictive story. I highly recommend for all readers, just be aware there may be triggers for some.
So good. I was on the edge of my seat quite alot throughout this story. But it wasn’t a bad thing. There were plenty of twists and turns that kept me hooked. I honestly didn’t want it to end. Such a fantastic story with absolutely brilliant characters.
My heart still hasn’t stopped racing since finishing this book! I love reading romance and my favorites include angst and a bit of suspense. We are first introduced to this world in Learning Curve, which was the first book in this series. I quickly fell in love with this author and especially her characters. As soon as Alex and Kristen met in the first book, chemistry was immediate. I knew they would be explosive together. Alex always tries to maintain his playboy persona but in reality he is an amazing man with qualities every women wants in their love interests. It is almost impossible not to fall in love with him. Kristen is a tough cookie that wears a shield of sarcasm. The mystery in this story surrounds her. I hated her parents and their high handed ways! I didn’t understand why she didn’t just tell them to go straight to hell. As the mystery unfolds, the darkness in the story gets pretty bad towards the end. One scene had me wanting to get sick but it took nothing away from how much I enjoyed this read. Just be prepared for those moments. I don’t want to give away any spoilers but there is an immensely, emotional moment in the last chapter that cemented my 5 star rating. I was left in happy tears. Alex’s family is so amazing and has all the qualities everyone would choose to have it we could. All together, this story gave me smiles, heat, laughs, nerves, excitement and tears of both sorrow and joy. I had a very hard time putting it down!
2.5 Stars
This story starts out as a typical enemies to lovers type of story. Kristen doesn’t like Alex one
bit and he is definitely busy getting it on with every woman he wants. The first third of this story sets up the animosity and attraction between these characters, but we are reminded that something is brewing, something that causes Kristen to be fearful. The constant battle against the attraction between these two does get old when sometimes the sarcasm becomes rather hurtful and immature for two grown adults. The middle of the book settles into a steamy relationship and a touch of something sinister brewing underneath. There are many feel good moments and the story takes a more positive turn. In the last third of this book though things become very dark. The summary of this book hints at “nightmares” and a “harsh reality” but that does not at all prepare you for the depravity that concludes this story. If you are triggered by child abuse, sexual abuse, and abuse of any kind, I don’t recommend you pick up this book. I love dark romance, but the twisted way this story ends appears to be more for shock effect than really being necessary to the storyline. A similar bonding experience could have happened for Kristen and Alex without the extreme brutality in the final chapters of this book. The book does give you a sweet HEA, though it find it rather unbelievable given the events in the story. Overall I do believe this story is very much misrepresented and the triggers should place it into a twisted, dark romance with many triggers.
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First, let me say, I have found another new author who just increased my ever growing TBR list! Fantastic writing, fantastic plot (exactly what is needed for a suspense novel), highly emotional, amazing characters. Yes, I’m gushing. This enemies to lovers novel deserves every accolade. Will Alex, the playboy cop, and Kristen ever see eye-to-eye? It’s a romance, so the reader will expect so. The path they take…that’s how Ms. Jaxon takes us on her exciting journey! Can’t wait to read more!
Curves Ahead is an intense, suspenseful, emotional, swoon worthy roller coaster ride. No joke. This book had my emotions all over the place.
This book isn’t going to be for everyone. There are things that could be triggers, so proceed with caution when starting this one.
I am no stranger to Andi Jaxon’s books and honestly have loved every single one of them. If you have read Learning Curve you’ll recognize the main characters of this story. The heroine is Kristen, who is Ben’s best friend, and the hero is Alex, who is Alistar’s twin brother. This can be read as a standalone, however, I believe that the story just flows better if you read Learning Curve first.
Alex Bennet comes across as a playboy, that he just doesn’t care about anything. But there is so much more to the man than what is on the outside. Yes, he is a law enforcement officer but he does so much more, especially for the community he lives in. His past broke my heart, but provides lots of insight into why he does the things he does.
Kristen. That girl. I loved her so much, but my heart also broke for her and everything she had experienced. It was heartbreaking, but I also loved that she tried to overcome it. Her life wasn’t easy, it never has been. She struggles with nightmares and her family, well they are just a piece of work. I was not a fan of them at all!
I loved the relationship between Alex and Kristen. They enjoyed getting under each other’s skin and it lead to some pretty great banter, but also there was a sense of protectiveness that Alex over Kristen and he knew there was something about her that was just different. They had great chemistry whether they were hating or loving each other.
This book broke my heart, but it also pieced it back together. If you’re looking for a romance full of emotions and suspense this is definitely one that I would highly recommend.
Have you ever read a book that pushed you to your emotional limitations? One that took you to the edge of uncontrollable sobbing before restoring your faith in humanity? Curves Ahead is all of those things. Alex and Kristen are the perfect blend of enemies to lovers, dark romance and hints of brother’s best friend-ish. Their lives, their interactions and their eventual love is what Tim Burton dreams of.
Story Line: We met Kristen and Alex in Learning Curve – Andi Jaxon’s M/M romance she released earlier this year. If M/M isn’t your cup of tea, no worries. This book can be read as a stand alone. However if you’re curious about M/M, pop that cherry with Learning Curve because oh mama, Ben and Alister’s story is absolutely incredible. Anyways, Kristen is fresh out of college and working in the journalism field. Alex is a sexy AF cop whose favorite past time is getting his rocks off. I wasn’t his biggest fan at first, I’m not going to lie to you. These playboys don’t usually tickle my fancy, however, a reformed playboy who helps out less fortunate kids and has a legit heart of gold? Sign me up. But not everything is as it seems in both Alex’s life and Kristen’s. And that underlying erie feeling comes to a head in the most twisted, insane and freaking brilliant way. There were times I swore I was going to virtually kick Andi’s rear end. But when it was all said and (sadly) done, I could not stop the happy tears from streaming down my face as I read the final words of this masterpiece.
Interaction: One of my favorite aspects of this author’s work is her innate ability to weave humor, snark and heat into all of her stories. Alex and Kristen are funny, witty, sweet and so hot together. Even during the darkest of moments, I found myself hanging on to these characters every move, thought and feeling. If you’re like me, you won’t be Alex’s biggest fan from page 1, but as you learn more and more about his complex character and what makes him tick, you will realize he is truly the greatest kind of hero imaginable. And Kristen too. She is a hero nearly just as much as Alex is. The battles they fight independently and together are quite possibly some of the best ever written. Their dynamic is absolutely stellar and their environments are described with such intricate detail that I found myself holding my breath or covering one eye while reading. I literally felt like I was right there too. And that’s what marks a phenomenal book.
Laundry: Holy schnikes. Y’all. I need one of those pretty paper fans when talking about this section. Preferably a blue one to match the title cover. But really. If you’re looking for a book that packs the heat and curls your toes, this is it. Not a fan of dark romance? You will be. I will say this, their laundry isn’t dark. It’s not that sort of dark romance. But when they have the laundry it is everything you’ve ever wet dreamed about. Look at that cover and tell me you won’t be having naughty dreams about Alex. He is in control and he is everything I’ve ever wanted in a book boyfriend. So, when you dive into Curves Ahead, just know, you’re probably going to need some relief after certain scenes. Be ready.
Depth: I didn’t know if I would relate to this story as much as I have to others. But Kristen’s story hit me hard. Kristen’s is a journalist and that’s what I was straight out of college. But life and journalists getting paid next to nothing changed my career path. But it was Kristen’s upbringing that spoke to me on a much deeper level. I was raised by a mother who strived for perfection on very unrealistic levels. The standard of excellence I was (attempted to be) held to killed my spirit almost daily. Now, there are quite a few elements of this story I did NOT relate to because yeah. I don’t have that kind of darkness in my closet. However, I was fully invested in her story, and it was both beautiful and terrifying to ride alongside.
If you’ve never read this author before, Curves Ahead is the perfect place to start. This love story will have you laughing one minute and on the verge of tears the next. I honestly didn’t think a book could draw out the sheer volume of tears, heart palpitations and tingles, but Andi Jaxon proved me wrong. And I never want to be right again.
This is one book you should just dive into without looking back, thinking about it too much, and just read! There is nothing stopping you and now you have permission to get your read on.
What. Are. You. Waiting. For?
Getting to meet Alexander, Kristen, Ben and Alexi was such a pleasure. This book kept me wanting to get to know more, and curious as to what happened to them when they were very young, the suspense is terrifying, and learning the truth is one thing they aren’t sure if they even want to find out for themselves.
I was at a loss for words when I finished this book.
It has a great flow and it reads very well. Plot was on point and this is one story I was reading along and BAM… What. Just. Happened. Are you kidding me! Fabulous.
The characters are amazingly written, and they all have their own personalities. I love to see such great details into who they are and what makes them tick. This was a great example of that.
This book has it all from the boy and girl drama, push and pull of characters, best friends, family, and the ever consuming lust for the one you aren’t supposed to have and you’re pretty sure they hate that you even breath. Yeah, there’s lots of that.
Wow! When Andi Jaxon said “curves ahead” I did not take that at all as the warning it should be! I was waiting for Kristen and Alex’s story! MAN! Did I want it! And I totally got just what I wanted…. these 2 were not the kind of couple you would see as working out. But you could just tell that when they finally get together it would be explosive! And damn it was!!! I really loved how protective he was over her. And how he made her feel safe. I was reading this book all day while I was supposed to be working… I could not put it down….so I started and finished it in a day. The curves that are thrown at you in this book are jaw dropping… and I gasped on more than one occasion! All the love for this book!!!
When I found out that Andi was working on another story in this world, I was screaming for joy. She defiantly didn’t disappoint. Do you love angst? Love all things twisted? Andi is a queen in her own right. We meet Kristen in Learning Curve as Ben’s loyal best friend. Kristen has done things the way that her parents wanted and she just wanted to learn how to do things on her own. She did the thing that her Mother didn’t want her to do become a Journalist. Her path keeps getting crossed with Alexander, she wants to hate him. But for some reason she can’t, why must the ones we hate create the greatest urges. Is Alexander the man-whore everyone assumes he is? Or is there something deeper?
Most defiantly one of my favorite reads of the fall. This book does not disappoint.
OMFG!! Andi Jaxon DID IT AGAIN with CURVES AHEAD and WHAT AN SUSPENSEFUL EMOTIONAL ROLLERCOASTER RIDE OF EPIC PROPORTIONS!!!
Andi Jaxon has a way with putting you in a Dark Place and Swooning you at the Same Freakn Time!! I LOVE the way her WICKED MIND WORKS in Her World Of Words!!
CURVES AHEAD was No Exception and I DEVOURED this PHENOMENAL Book to the Last Drop!!
Alex and Kristen’s Storytelling was Such an ADVENTURE and BEAUTIFULLY WRITTEN with a Side of Darkness that I DID NOT SEE COMING!! But if you are a HUGE FAN of Andi Jaxon like I am…..You Know her writing and expect NOTHING ELSE!!
CURVES AHEAD is Enemies to Lovers with Gut-Wrenching moments that will have You Jaw Dropping Several Times!
I’m Not going to Spoil Anything for you but it is NOT for the FAINT of HEARTS. If you are expecting Hearts and Flowers…this is Not Some “Fluffy” romance but it is Raw, Heartbreaking and Tragic with Twists & Turns in to the Unknown that will turn you Upside Down!!
If you Read LEARNING CURVE, You are in for Treat when Alister and Ben come back in CURVES HEAD since Alex is Alister’s Twin Brother. And Ben is Kristen’s Best Friend plus what happened to Ben in Learning Curve…is Nothing Compared to what happens next!
YOU NEED THIS BOOK IN YOUR LIFE! Most DEFINITELY a MUST Read BOOK!!
CURVES AHEAD follows LEARNING CURVE and I’m not sure if this is a duet or a series or two stand-alones, but they are interconnected by common characters (loved seeing Ben and Alister again) and a thread that weaves between both. I knew Kristen was going to be a bada$$ when I first met her in LC and I waited patiently to read her story. Oh, what a story it is.
I do not want to give anything away so I’m simply going to say: This is a story that is complex and simple and joyous and heart wrenching and all those in between things. The story is well written and told from a dual POV with a quick moving timeline. There are things I was not expecting so as I flipped pages, I stayed on the edge of my seat.
I very much enjoy this author’s writing style and In the author bio she writes “My stories tend to be a little dark but with some comic relief, typically in the form of sarcasm.” CURVES AHEAD surely checked all of those boxes and more.
I absolutely recommend this book and this author!
This is a great read! I loved Alex! The story was an emotional rollercoaster and worth every second of it!
Wow!! What an intense, and intriguing story! Alex and Kristin, have such a compelling story. These two go through so much before they can have their beautiful ending!! Andi Jaxon just keeps writing these strong, passionate and emotional stories! I highly recommend!
We first meet Alex and Kristen in Ben and Sisters’s book Rescue Me. Alex is an Alistair twin brother thats always joking. Kristen is Ben’s childhood best friend.
Alex is the funny brother that always has to joke about something. Deep down he has a caring sweet side that not many see hidden behind his funny outside. He is a cop that lives in a not-so-good community and helps the ones around him.
Kristen is Ben’s best friend that is always there for him, she came from a rich family that she didn’t always get along with. She was always made to feel she wasn’t good enough. She is a sassy journalist that doesn’t take your crap. Alex’s mom asks her to meet her somewhere to do a story that has Kristen interested, she never expected it to involve Alex.
Kristen has some past trauma that has started to affect her, that she needs to deal with and Alex is there to help her.
Alex and Kristen don’t see eye to eye, she thinks hes someone that doesnt take life seriously and a man whore.
This book has some twists and turns and events that happen, that a complete surprise. I loved the chemistry and the way they were together.