Katarina Meilers is a smart professional design consultant, emotionally scarred by her mother’s past and that of her own. She is content with immersion in work until she finds herself enthralled by the deep green eyes and quirky smile of Chase Prestian, one of the wealthiest and most powerful men in the world.Chase is unrelenting in his pursuit and Katarina is defenseless against the palpable … palpable magnetism that exists between them. She finds herself plunged into a world of ostentatious wealth, danger, and a journey of sexual exploration that ignites her deepest, darkest desires.
When Katarina learns the truth about his past, and her own, she must overcome naiveté and a deep-seated mistrust to determine if she can accept the domineering traits of a man whose tendencies for control know no bounds.
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Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari is the first book in the Prestian series. I was expecting a hot and steamy story and I wasn’t disappointed at all.
Katarina and Chase have a great story about how they first meet. Who knew that one small moment would have such a big impact.
Chase is a thousand percent alpha but doesn’t come across as a jerk when he slipped into the alphabets. There were a few things he did that I might have to suggest to the hunny.
Katarina makes me a little sad but also managed to make me mad. I don’t understand why there is such a lack of communication at times.
This book is just the beginning of the series and must be read before the others. The next books are already on my to be read list. Can’t wait to see what happens next!
Degrees of Innocence ( A Prestian Series Book 1) by Via Mari. This is the first book I’ve read by Via Mari and I really enjoyed it. Katarina Meilers is a professional design consultant who while on a business trip meets Chase Prestian a very wealthy businessman. Upon their first encounter sparks fly and they try to fight it at first but its not possible. This is a very racy, erotic book but done so in a tasteful way. I loved the way we learned a lot about the characters and I got emotionally involved. Katarina has to decide if she can trust someone so explicitly because Chase is not going to give up in his pursuit. Katarina doesn’t know if she’s willing to give herself to someone so completely. I highly recommend this book!
Degrees of Innocence ( A Prestian Series Book 1 )
By Via Mari
⅘ Stars
This is my first time reading Via Mari… I’m always a little hesitant trying out new authors. But she didn’t disappoint me at all!! It’s full of action and intrigue. And the characters , Chase and Katarina… are sizzling hot!! Talk about chemistry and sexual tension, that will knock your socks off… wowza!!!!!!
Chase is controlling, possessive and arrogant. Once he sets his sight on something or someone, he will stop at nothing to get it…Including Katarina.
Katarina is strong and independent woman. She takes her job seriously. Which doesn’t leave much time for a social life. She meets Chase in an unconventional way. But that doesn’t stop from sparks flying immediately.
Together… chaos ensues. Action packed from start to finish. You seriously will not be able to put it down !! It will have captivated from beginning to end !! I can’t wait to see what happens in the second book!!
Degrees of Innocence was a great 5 star read and book #1 in the Prestian Series.
Katarina is getting ready to start a big project. While spending some time at the resort waiting for the meetings to start she ends up meeting a very handsome man, Chase. She spends several days with Chase and they are both equally attracted to each other. Problem is, Chase has a little secret. What will Katarina do when she finds out who Chase really is?
During the first day of planning Katarina is shocked to see Chase come walking into the room. When she discovers who he really is, things come crashing down on her. How will it ever work between them now?
Chase is determined to be with her and will make it work no matter what. As these two move forward they have some very hot and steamy scenes. These two have such great chemistry. I really liked both Chase and Katarina. I was pulled right in by their story and didn’t want to stop until I was done. This is my first read from Via Mari and I loved it, I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book in the series and the author.
5 Star
Degree of Innocence (A Prestian Series Book 1) by Via Mari is the first in the A Prestian Series and my first book by this author. I definitely will be reading more from this author I was hooked from the beginning and had a hard time putting it down till the last page.But even then I wanted more.This is the story about Chase and Katrina( Kate).Kate is a hard worker and is dedicated to her job and gets work done. Chase is a man looking for a woman who appreciates him for him and not the things he has. These chemistry is off the charts. Can Katrina and Chase have a future together? I could go on and on but I won’t. I do however recommend this book.i can’t wait to read more from this author.
Degrees of Innocence (A Prestian Series Book 1) by Via Mari
This book is will take you on a suspenseful, and erotic experience. This is the first book I have read by this author and I think it was well written. Even though there are steamy erotic scenes it didn’t take away from the story, it just made it better, which I thought was awesome. This book kept me guessing and captivated. This is one of those books that I couldn’t put down once I started reading. This will definitely not be the last book I read from this author. I look forward to reading the next book in this series. I really enjoyed the authors writing style. I highly recommend this book.
Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari is the first book in her Prestian series and the beginning of Katarina and Chase’s story! It is the first book I have read by the writer and I promise you, you will find me reading all the other stories in the series as well! I NEED to know how their story develops and ends …
Degrees of Innocence is the story of Katarina Meilers and Chase Prestian. Katarina is a professional design consultant and Chase is one of the wealthiest and most powerful men in the world. And how do they meet, you would ask me, and … they meet when Katarina is doing a CPR on a guy who collapsed at the resort they are both at, and Chase comes and takes over when Katarina is at the end of her ‘rope’. What a way to meet! What a start on a journey into the world of opulent wealth and danger and … of sexual exploration …
I loved the way the writer told the story, the way she mixed erotica with suspense … she gave us a story that is not just some spicy steamy erotica but that also keeps us asking ‘what the heck is going on???!!!’. I loved how respectfully the writer dealt with the BDSM aspect of the story and how real the budding relationship felt! I cannot wait to tackle the next story in the series and to find out where the journey will take us!
Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari is the first book in the Prestian Series. This story has romance, suspense, mystery and action. You will not be able to put Degrees of Innocence down, you will want to read and finish it in one sitting. Kate, is a strong and very independent woman. Chase, is a wealthy and very powerful man. What will Kate do with Chase pursuing her? Will she let the chemistry flow!
Via Mari has a way with her words. Her writing style flows with ease and keeps you engaged. Her writing pulls you in from the first word to the last. The characters are well developed, easy to connect with and very real. I cannot wait to see what happens next in the series.
Via Mari was a completely new author to me when I first picked up Degrees of Innocence. I was drawn in by the gorgeous captivating cover and didn’t even need to read the blurb to know I had to find out what was written on the pages within. I was not disappointed one bit that I had scooped this up! Bonus, is that more of the series is already available to pick up so I will be bingeing on the series right after I finish this.
Degrees of Innocence is the kick off to the steamy Prestian Series. When I say steamy, I mean steamy, so make sure that is your thing, and that you are all good with some kinky stuff too. Think Fifty-Shades of Grey. Wait though, don’t jump too much to comparisons because this has its twists too. That will lie in the suspense layers of the story. None of which was predictable and kept me on the edge of my seat.
Katarina, or Kate but really I love Katarina, is such a girl next door. She has it all together internally and smarts wise. When it comes to love and social I think she has some major growing to do. Hence the Degrees of Innocence. She has the naiveté that needs to be broken and the sexy billionaire Chase Prestian is just the man to do it. There is just a few small hitches…
I can’t wait to find out what will happen next in book two, Degrees of Acceptance! Happy Reading!
Degrees of Innocence (A Prestian Series Book 1) By Via Mari a good book! It is a story with a little mystery and suspense, action and danger and humor, with a lot of hot and steamy romance. Via’s attention to detail and her writing style find it to be an easy read one that pulls at you and makes you fall in love with the characters. He is an alpha but she puts him through his paces with her sassiness. The twists and turns you don’t expect and the suspense adds that little bit more of excitement. I was so engrossed on the story that I wasn’t sure how I found myself on the edge of my seat. I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book!
Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari
Four Stars
Secrets can destroy any relationship. Bring lied to or bossed around isn’t fun. This is my first book by this author. It wasn’t what I expected. I got hints of fifty shades from the male lead Chase. He was very demanding, controlling and erotic. There was some scenes that had me blushing. I gave this author a chance and am so glad that I did. The story is well written and the characters are flawed. I was seriously upset with Katrina. She lost faith in him so fast. Who leaves because of rumors? I was glad that the story will continue. I kind of felt like the author through things in to spice it up. Insecurities can make you see life as if everything was sent to upset your day. Katrina didn’t trust easily and I understand why but Lord she was too whiny at some point. Overall I cannot wait for the 2nd book. Hopeful we get to learn more about Chase and his extra curricular activities.
Degrees of Innocence is a modern day romance by Via Mari that turned me on to more of her books. Via Mari has fully developed characters that really make the book flow very well. The scenery is vivid and has painted a beautiful pictured in my mind. Katarina is a strong female who has a damaged past. She is a workaholic and is taking by surprised when Chase enters in her life. Chase can be characterizing by being controlling and possessive and on the other side tender and caring. In my own personal experience would have me to stay away from Chase but in this story I am glad I did not judge him that way. There are questions I have that hopefully will be answered in the next book. I would recommend this story to see the side of Chase that makes him desirable.
The Prestian Series Book One: Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari. I wasn’t sure what was going on with this story I liked the cover and the title and thought why not. I was not disappointed. The storyline was not the average love story in fact it was pretty far off from the average love story. Chase is a billionaire. Kate is a project consultant at a consultation firm. They meet by chance, they both feel the connection but there’s one big secret between them and soon everyone will know. Degrees of Innocence is a very graphic story. The sexual scenes in this story were very well written and you had no issues picturing it. There are things going on in the story that keep you hooked because you want to know how it ends with Chase and Kate but also who is behind the threats and attempts on Kate’s life.
Via Mari’s first book in the Prestian series is Degrees of Innocence. Being the first novel read by the author, I always look for something solid that sets up that story to be great, whether it’s the characters, the story line or the detail that is written in. In Degrees of Innocence, Via Mari captures all of that and more. This book is tastefully written to include the intriguing suspense that tugs and pulls throughout. The erotic undertones are ever present, but tame where needed and emotionally burning right where it should. The author has exceeded in sharing a story/series that is cleanly written with amazing characters, a challenging story line.
Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari a four-star read that you will want. This is the first book in the Prestian series and I can’t wait to read the rest. This will set your pulse a flutter, so be advised don’t read in public if you blush easily, it’s a story of dominance and control and filled with chemistry that will set the pages alight, I would have given it five, but the story just lacked a little but I have high hopes for the second story in the series. Katrina is a character that is full of complications and twists and has a certain quality to her that will make you fall in love with her. Chase also can be a pain at times but there is something about him that you will adore. Great read overall.
Degrees of Innocence (A Prestian Series Book 1) by Via Mari
5 stars
Well, where has this author been hiding? I really loved this book!
Katarina is working, and while out on her first night she meets a man while saving a man at the bar. Little does she know who exactly he is other than his name, Chase.
She gets thrown into his world of riches and fame, and shes not quite prepared for any of it.
Along the way she learns of her mothers past and some answers to questions she has always had.
I ended this book with more questions I need answers too so I will be diving into the next one very soon!
This is a must read!
Degrees of Innocence (A Prestian Series Book 1)
By Via Mari
5 Stars
Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari is the first installment of the Prestian Series. Although it is a steamy romance novel, it has plenty of action and mystery to keep in suspense and on the edge of your seat. This is the story of Kate and Chase. Kate is a strong an independent with a no-holds barred attitude; she gets what she wants and knows how to get it. Chase is hot, Alpha male, but deep down, he has a soft side that Kate easily brings to the surface whenever she is around him. Their first encounter is an instant connection, with chemistry sparkling like fireworks. This story will suck you in from the very beginning through to the end. Via Mari created likable characters and wrote a seamless storyline that made reading a breeze and entertaining. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and look forward to reading the rest of the books in this series.
Degrees Of Innocence
A Prestian Series
Book 1
By Via Mari
This is erotica story with so much more. Not for those under 18 due to content.
Katarina is a smart design consultant. But she is so much more. She has had her share of disappointments and still presses on. As nobody can do it for her. She meets Chase Prestian, but knows she needs to stay far, far away. She is drawn in by his smile and beautiful eyes, but she must stay far, far away. She has no clue who he is and why she can’t stop thinking about him. So the story begins…….
This is the first book I have read by Via Mari, and it won’t be the last. How she tells her story is clear and full of romance. Yes it is erotic! Yes her characters are loveable and unforgettable. But is that not what we want in a good romance. I loved every page of this story. I think I loved it more because it was not just sex. It is a story of one’s discovery of self worth. I will be looking for and reading more from this author.
Degrees of Innocence (A Prestian Series Book 1) by Via Mari
5 Stars
Ok not sure why I’ve never read anything by this author before now, but I will be fixing that immediately. I can not wait to start book 2 in this series and will be doing that as soon as I’m done with this review.
Chase is one of my very favorite kind of book boyfriends…Bossy, Controlling, Possessive, and most of all caring and loving. I loved loved loved how he and Katarina met. I loved the emailing part of the whole interacting with each other. Kind of reminds me of another series, and also one of my favorite parts of that.
This book had everything I love, a strong female lead that did all she could to resist the controlling alpha at every turn. The many twists and turns in this story were all placed perfectly and the last one totally came out of left field for me, never even had a thought about who was involved in that one.
There are still so many unanswered questions about these two and I can’t wait to dig in and see if I can get some answers. So looking forward to all of the next 3 books and also checking out what else this author has available.
Highly recommend starting this series, it is a well written, sitting on the edge of your seat kind of read, and I’m pretty sure there will be some kindle throwing in the future of these books.
Loved Loved Loved It!!
Degrees of Innocence (A Prestian Series Book 1)
By: Via Mari
5 out of 5 stars
The story Degrees of Innocence (A Prestian Series Book 1) by Via Mari is a contemporary romance book. It is a story that I loved reading and had a hard time putting down until I was finished. It draws you in and I was hooked. I loved reading about the characters of Katarina Meilers and Chase Prestian. Katarina is a woman who is good at her job. She is one that dedicates herself to her work. What she never saw coming was a man that would captivate her and her thoughts. Chase is a man that is looking for someone that sees him for who he is, not what he has. He finds himself drawn to Katarina. The attraction between Chase and Katarina starts quickly and they feel the pull and chemistry that they have for each other. Although Chase can be controlling and overbearing at times there is no doubt of his emotions/feelings for Katarina. Katarina has never felt the way she does about anyone else. Theirs is a relationship that has passion and desire. There is also plenty of steam and heat as well. They come from different backgrounds. Chase is protective of Katarina and will do anything to keep her safe. Katarina is sometimes overwhelmed by the emotions and situations that are happening. Will their differences and Chase’s overprotectiveness cause issues between them? What does the future hold for Chase and Katarina? Read this book to find out. If you love steamy romances this is the book for you. There are some scenes that will cause the temperature in the room to rise. I loved reading about the flirting and teasing/playful banter that takes place between the couple. These are two characters that I would love to know more about and as this is the first book in a series I look forward to reading more of their story. This is an amazing book that I would highly recommend reading.