A game between friends… RUBYJust friends.That’s all we are,All we ever were.But when I finally let myself go,Let myself really feel,The only thing I want is him.Despite how opinionated, frustrating, and charming he is,We’re only friends.He’s my player number two.But lately, we’re powering up, trying for more,And playing this game just might destroy us for good.LINKShe deserves better,Better … might destroy us for good.
LINK
She deserves better,
Better than the game-less douche who gets to have her.
She’s strong, feisty, and so damn smart.
Too smart–if you ask me.
And now, I’m amped up for more,
Ready to play this game,
With no “game over” in sight.
** This book can be read and understood as a standalone but does contain minor spoilers for the first two books in the series. **
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I love this series and Link and Ruby’s story is a great addition!
Great read and I highly recommend all three books!
I didn’t realize how much I needed Ruby and Link’s story! After reading the first 2 books in this series, I’ve become invested in these characters. You don’t need to read the other 2 books but there are events that happen in those books that are eluded to in this story so you should just go ahead and read the other 2 – and book 1 is $.99 right now!
Ruby is an anomaly; hot girl who plays video games. Definitely not a common theme in the romance genre. But same thing with the other players on the team. Ruby and Link live to tease and test each other.
I love the friendships this group has formed. They aren’t always conventional but they’re real and deep. I love reading stories like this because it’s like they’ve formed a family by choice rather than by blood.
Wow, what a great book. This is so much more than just people sitting around playing games hours on end. There’s wonderful love story here.
Link is a full time gamer, which is his career choice and makes a killing do it. While Ruby , his friend, has just gotten a promotion in management for a gaming division. During their friendship Link, of course flirts with her, dropping brazen comments. As time goes on, Ruby and Link develop a relationship that withstands so much.
I loved reading this one. I will be keeping tabs on this author and waiting for book 4 to come out.
bookshelves: arcs, 2018
Lauren Helms Gamer Boy series gets better with each book!
Link and Ruby’s back and forth was established in the first two books, and I was looking forward to seeing how their friendship turned into more. I liked how their relationship evolved naturally. It did seem like a natural extension of their friendship once they decided they were ready to take the next step.
Out of all the couples in the series Link and Ruby are my favorite! Both felt like realistic portrayals of young adults in their 20s, both the good and the bad. Sometimes I found myself frustrated with both their actions as the plot progressed, especially Link in the last third of the book. However, I can see why they would act and react how they do.
While this can be read as a standalone, I do recommend checking out the other two books in the series first.
Thank you to the author for providing an ARC for an honest review.
Game All Night (Gamer Boy #3), which is out today. It is an original, fun, sexy and emotional friends-to-lovers romance in which the reader gets a peek into the world of professional video gaming. Lauren’s descriptive storytelling and vibrant characters ensure an entertaining and memorable experience.
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I loved this book, a first of Laurens for me and it Definatly won’t be the last.
A definate fun loving must read
This is my first book by this author; and, although it is from a series, I feel it could definitely be read as a standalone (I do want to go back & read the others though!!)
I loved Ruby & Link. Their relationship seems “real” to me and I love that they are friends who dance around things for a while. She’s a journalist, he’s a gamer. They run in the same group of friends. There’s an attraction, but is it something more?
Also – disclaimer – I am NOT at all a gamer, but that did not distract from the great story for me whatsoever!
I feel Ruby’s emotions and reactions are spot on to the things that are happening in the story and the characters are extremely realistic. And although the book contains some sad situations, the author still infuses humor into the book – which to me is also very real.
Enjoyed this book a lot and will be looking into more from this author!
Game All Night by Lauren Helms
5 Stars~ Highly recommend!
Loved this story! I love the characters! It is so well written! What a fun enjoyable emotional roller coaster! Really kept my interest throughout!
“And then we laugh. We laugh a lot when we are together and it’s the best feeling. I love being around people who get me– who get my humor and know how to make me laugh.”
“Well, I might not be a gamer, but I’m a nerd through and through, and us nerds have to stick together.”
I loved Game All Night! Linc and Ruby are my favorite Gamer Boy couple yet; there is no crazy drama, secrets, or lies with these two. Ruby and Linc are meant for eachother, everyone in their close knit group knows it, but Ruby friend zones Linc because she’s worried about messing up the group dynamic if things don’t work out. Both newly single, Ruby and Linc decide to make a go at a relationship. After some drama, that I won’t go into because spoilers, Ruby tries to push Linc away. Linc being Linc, does not give up, he’s there for her no matter what, and it’s not easy because Ruby is being a bitch. With Linc’s persistence, and love, and a dose of reality for Ruby, they end up getting their HEA in the end. Game all night had me smiling and crying. Again, my favorite so far.I recieved an ARC of Game All Night in exchange for an honest review. I cannot wait for Bernie’s and Wade’s story!
“In it to win it.” A fun pasttime becomes a complicated matter of the heart. Link and Ruby are a perfect match in the virtual world, but in the real world not so much. Colossal egos, significant others and life in generally has always gotten in the way. On the surface friendship makes sense, but what happens when those long dormant feelings become something more? Game All Night is the culmination of a storm that refuses to be tamed. It’s a bumpy ride to forever, but well worth the trip.
So many more than 5 stars!!!
I love this group of friends so hardcore!!! Everything about this book will stick with me because not only is it fun and carefree at times but they also have heartbreak and disasters.
So many reasons to love this book but I will give you my main reason, Link. He is the ultimate man and even though I wasn’t sure about him in the other books reading him in his element and his caring self I fell hard! Like when I tell you I fell, I fell hard and ache all over because he just wraps you up into his sexy self and makes you believe there are still men out in the world like this! (I married my Link!)
Ruby…. Oh Ruby! I love her sass and her ability to be friends with Link and their ability to just have fun without all the other stuff. I laughed my ass off at some of the banter between these two and even cried when they fought. I NEVER expected for what happened to happen and I left me on the floor wrapped up in myself crying.
This book will bring you up and have you laughing, swooning and so happy you can’t even imagine something bad happening….. or so you think.
Lauren holy shit girl!!!! This is by fair my favorite and I am so grateful to have found you because I am a HUGE fan now and love that you write about gamers!!!! Mine is sitting playing right now!! You are awesome!! Congrats!!
This is Lauren’s third book and third book of the series. I love all the characters and the way she writes the series. This book was just the same, you get reeled in the story of the two main characters but don’t forget the others that are there. I love Ruby and her relationship with the girls, including Bernie. Link is a confident man but he knows what he wants and he isn’t going to stop being there for Ruby. This was an intense story and I’m glad it was written.
** if you haven’t read this series I suggest you do it from book 1 which is amazing***
Tears and MORE TEARS! Omg! I didn’t expect the roller coaster of emotions but I really appreciated all the feelings. You KILLED IT BEYOND WORDS. I don’t know how else to say it. This series is everything I needed and more.
The part I love about this series is that it’s never boring you keep me wanting more. These kind of books are not easy to find. Lauren keep doing what you are doing.
This is the third book in this awesome series, and is Ruby and Link’s story. These two make for an entertaining and fun read, as well as with all of the other characters from previous novels, this is a definite must read series. This is a well written story, which is intense, hilarious, fun and an emotional rollercoaster journey throughout. I was totally captivated throughout this addictive page turner, and I look forward to reading more form this talented author, as well as highly recommend her work for all readers.
Ruby Jacobs shows that even women can like comics. She may not be a gamer herself but those in her circle are. I like how she supports them. She thinks she wants one thing but ends up wanting what her heart wants. Those that are really into the gaming scene will feel at home here. This does read as a standalone but characters from the previous two books make appearances.
Link Witt gives us a glimpse into a world you may never knew existed – unless you are a part of this author’s world. But if not, the author creates a scene where he explains it to us. He seems to be a patient young man. He knows his time will come when the time is right – but it’s not without its ups and downs.
One thing I liked about this book is the sense of family even though they are all friends. You can see how much they really care about each other. The gaming aspect is there but the relationships/changing relationships are more prevalent. We get to see the tension and chemistry that comes from that change. There’s heat once the switch is flipped but the author leaves enough for your imagination to fill in the blanks. She also may have you thinking about your own friends – your own budding relationship. I liked the little twist that our author took the time to put in. The ending gives me a feeling of a lead in to the next book in the series.
I was not compensated nor was I required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
Title: Game All Night
Author: Lauren Helms
Genre: Contemporary Gamer Romance
**RECEIVED AN ARC FOR HONEST REVIEW**
Well, this was my first gamer romance. I am used to reading about a younger generation but rarely about a subculture such as this. You read about librarians or bookstore owners. Or so called “nerds” who love to read and watch certain shows and movies; but here are gamers, comic book lovers, YouTube Stars, Comic Con Fans. Needless to say it was interesting in that aspect.
The writing itself was flowed. It wasn’t blotchy or choppy. It stayed on point. That is a major plus in my opinion.
The author did deal with some serious issues beyond lag time. Lag is what makes most gamers want to throw their controllers through their televisions. Anyway, the author touched on serious subjects that show no matter how strong you think you are, you aren’t.
I liked this book but truthfully I felt it dragged on a little more than necessary. It could speed up a little. But truthfully it was a nice read that I really enjoyed and recommend.
I loved Ruby and Link’s story. This is my absolute favorite of the three books in this series but they are all worth reading. These two friends were so perfect together! With a storyline that offers deep emotions, drama, humor and steam, this book was an excellent read!
Link and Ruby’s story was amazing! Once I started it, I could not put it down. You get it all in this fantastic book, humor, drama, tears (well for me anyway), some anger, and a wonderful HEA. Lauren Helms did a wonderful job telling their story and I can’t wait for more of this series.
The first two books of this series are focused on other pairings within this wonderful group of friends that is brought together when Dex and Mo find each other. This book is Ruby and Linc. For the last books, we see them at first going at each other, but mostly light ribbing and teasing. They test and torment each other, and their friendship is fun to see unfold. But you can tell there’s more to their relationship that they aren’t willing to admit. Their friends bring it up from time to time, and the seeds are planted that we want to know more about them. Now, they’ve been friends for 2 years, and they’ve become really good friends. They’re both dating other people, and both are secretly super jealous of the others SO. I don’t even understand why Ruby continues to date her boyfriend, because he’s a total jerk, but I have to chalk it up to being easier to stay than confront the issues. When they both find themselves single and in a position to be together they decide to go for it, much to the joy of everyone around them. It would seem that their relationship is a no brained, but the universe throws them for a pretty major loop, and it tests them, hard. The story touches on a couple very sensitive subjects, and does it well, and realistically. Dealing (or not) with trauma and it’s effects are really big here. I just have to say, while he may not make all the right moves all the time, and he definitely has that cocky attitude to fall back on, Linc is an amazing boyfriend. I’ve found it interesting that the biggest pushbacks in this series have come from the women, for various reasons, and these men all step up brilliantly. Once again, the wonderful friends circle that has been created here adds a fantastic layer to the story as well. This story puts you through the emotional ringer, but it comes out the other end in such a great way. Each book in this series has progressively gotten better. And I really, really hope that Bernie gets her own book!!