When trust is lost, the fight is on to win it back. Chloe Darue lives in a sleepy, conservative Southern town challenging every norm she can. She’s a triple threat—she can program computers, kick someone’s ass, and she’s confident in her self-image. In fact, she only has two fears: her ex and her family finding out that she’s bi. Enter Locke Headley, who is new to town and popping up everywhere … everywhere she goes. He’s got deep blue eyes, an accent she would willingly drown in, and that amazing package is tied up with a fourth-degree black belt. Swoon. She’s single. He’s single. This should be easy, right? Not when her trust issues get in the way, particularly when it comes to Locke’s bedroom behaviors. Every time he makes a step forward, she shoves him two steps back. He’s not going to give up or go away. He’s a man who knows what he wants and won’t stop until he gets it. Then again, maybe she can use it to her advantage. Anticipating her mother’s impending you’re-almost-thirty-and-not-married-yet conversation, she recruits him to be her fake boyfriend. Problems solved. That’s great until real feelings start getting in the way of the ruse. But can they have anything lasting when it’s built on a foundation of deceit and foolish pride?
more
Spar by Randi Perrin is a contemporary romance full of steaming chemistry, drama and some martial arts thrown in. Chloe is such a strong individual in this character and it shines through with her interactions with others, her work and personal life ethics. However, not all is easy within her life and she struggles at times determine that balance along with making the best choices. Chloe grew by the time the story ended in the most fascinating ways. Then, let’s add Locke. Holy monkeys talk about an alpha male. He is absolutely irresistible in this story and I loved every scene he was in! I would like to order one of him for my personal collection!! I found the pace in the story was steady while developing the plot and characters. There were an amazing selection of supporting characters that I would love to see have their own stories.
I enjoyed this book from cover to cover. I enjoyed how this author is able to pull me in right from the beginning. The story is creative, engaging and fast paced that I read in one sitting. Chloe and Locke are great characters. They are strong, independent and have great chemistry. They bring issue of trust plus the emotional ride left me turning pages. What will fate have in store for these two? You won’t regret picking up this book, I know I didn’t. I highly recommend this book.
4 Stars
Spar by Randi Perrin is a wonderful contemporary romance. It hooked me right from the beginning, winning me over with fantastic characters and an engaging story.
As I have come to expect from Ms. Perrin, the story is well written with vividly descriptive details. Ms. Perrin is certainly knows how to weave a captivating story and has her recipe just right.
The characters are perfect! They are beautifully written, fully developed, interesting and endearing.
This story has a quick pace and flows smoothly. It is easy to read- I read it in one easy sitting.
I wonder what Ms. Perrin will have for us next?
Thank you, Ms Perrin!
Spar
By: Randi Perrin
5 out of 5 stars
The story Spar by Randi Perrin is a book that I enjoyed reading. It hooked me from the beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had finished the last page. I loved reading about the characters of Chloe Darue and Locke Headley. Chloe is a strong, smart, independent woman. Locke is handsome and charming. There are issues of trust and at times tension and conflicted feelings. There is an attraction between them. What does the future hold for Chloe and Locke? Read this book to find out. The story is raw and emotional. It is also thoughtful and compelling. There are some steamy moments that make the temperature in the room rise. I came to care about Chloe and Locke with each chapter that I read. They are characters that you want to root for them to find happiness. I highly recommend reading this book.