He’s used to getting what he wants . . . but she’s going to make him work for it. Sebastian Knight is a closer. Be it a real estate deal or the woman of his choice, everything he wants is his for the taking.Sexy and irresistible, a wink, a smile, or a handshake always seals the deal.Until everything unravels around him.When Ashley Easton’s social climbing mother married into the Knight family, … climbing mother married into the Knight family, Ashley knew better than to get involved with sexy, trouble making Sebastian Knight but their attraction is undeniable, their chemistry intense, and in a moment of weakness, she turns to him, a mistake that cost her her home and her family. After she was sent away, she swore she’d never come back.
Sebastian never expected to see Ashley, the one woman he’s never been able to get over, again. When she walks back into his life at the worst possible time, more beautiful than ever, he’s ready for a second chance. She’s sassy and sexy everything he’s ever desired. And she’s back for good. Except Ashley wants nothing to do with the playboy who broke her heart. Too bad his sex appeal makes it harder and harder to keep him at arm’s length.
Sebastian Knight might have a talent for sealing the deal but this is one game he’s going to have to work to win.
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I am still readi g it. I a,ways love her books and this is no exception
Sebastian and Ashley had a connection that was hard to deny at a young age but they were torn apart and come together after many years apart. True love is not to be denied though and immediately their connection springs to life when they meet again. Ashley is gun shy after having been hurt in the past and Sebastian is not quite sure how to make it happen this time around but he sticks it out. Watching these two fall back in love was amazing and I can’t wait to read the rest of the series.
Another great story from this author! Perfect start to what looks like a new series… Loved these characters they had awesome chemistry. Both had the right amount of attitude and snark. Interesting back story and side characters too. Hoping we will see more of them.
How we present ourselves to the world, hides our pain.
The secrets and pain of our past are buried but it’s takes an unexpected tragedy to bring home the woman who made such an impact on your life as a young adult. Not only was she family via marriage, she was off limits. Present day, Ashley is a woman who want’s absolutely nothing to do with Sebastian.
Carly Phillip’s gives you TAKE ME AGAIN – Bk 1, Sebastian and Ashley’s journey in her new series – The Knight Brothers.
Wonderful characterisation of strength and vulnerability. Sebastian and Ashley are made to work together to uncover what’s going wrong with a key contract in the family business, they also discover more about themselves, what it takes to overcome fears, to rectify past wrongs, to forgive, and to trust themselves. To go after what they want and need.
It’s a beautiful story to sink yourself into. Hot, sexy and filled with angsty moments, sadness, determination, and a romance to sweep you off your feet.
Carly Phillips is a new author for me. I must say I am really looking forward to reading more and seeing what unfolds for the rest of the Knight family.
Early this week I read Take Me Again by Carly Phillips, and I have to say this was probably the best read so far this year. We have Sebastian Knight who is the ultimate playboy, and Ashley Easton who is immune from his charms. She was burn when she was younger and doesn’t want to get burned again. The ultimate playboy has to work extra hard to proving to her that he’s more than a playboy. However, there’s more to the story, because we are starting a new series. We find secrets reveal and things that shouldn’t have happen happened.
Carly builds a pretty good plot in the story along with a romance rekindle between Sebastian and Ashley. The story helps to build to next story. Yes, we do get to see Sebastian and Ashley building something of a permanent relationship, but we also get subplot. Overall, I was pleased with this story. Yes, we have some hot steamy things happen between Ashley and Sebastian, but we also see them working together. I can’t wait to read more from this series. Definitely a strong start to the new series. So, you need a hot read with a strong storyline, Take Me Again won’t disappoint.
Copy provided by author via RockStar PR
Rating:
4 1/2 Stars
This book starts off a new series. I will be honest I had to warm up to Sebastian. He had some growing up to do. Lucky for him he had a patient woman there to inspire him along the way. This is a second chance romance. Sebastian and Ashley parted on not so pleasant terms when they were younger so they have a history. Sebastian and Ashley have a lot of chemistry. You can see how close the Knight siblings are. I’m really intrigued for the other two Knight brothers especially Ethan. That guy already has my heartbreaking for him.
Steamy, sexy and emotionally charged.
TAKE ME AGAIN
By Carly Phillips
4
Available: January 22
A second chance romance between Sebastian Knight and Ashley Easton. Both became close as teens when Sebastian’s dad briefly married Ashley’s mom. The two became close and one night they were caught in a compromising position which in turn led to Ashley being shipped off to boarding school.
“He’d always been there, sneaking her Hershey bars, encouraging her to enjoy her life.”
Fast forward to when a death in the family brings the two face to face after 8 years apart. With a lot of resentment and anger towards Sebastian, Ashley keeps her distance while Sebastian deals with his regrets. The pair decide to put the past behind them and start fresh.
Sebastian and Ashley learn to open up and they become better versions of themselves. Sebastian, a playboy and Ashley, somewhat a recluse find love with each other.
“Personally, I didn’t even believe in love, but you taught me that it really exist.”
There was a lot of chemistry between the H and h. There wasn’t any major angst and I enjoyed how quick and enjoyable the read was. Looking forward to the next book about the Knight brothers.
Classic Carly! This second chance romance is the start of a new series and I can’t wait for book 2. I loved Sebastian and Ashley. These characters sparked off each other and ultimately brought out the best in each other. I’m very much looking forward to all the Knight brothers.
Ashley and Sebastian have history. Very sexy spark-worthy history. But of course, because reasons, they crash and burn. But that was then and this is now …..
These two were fantastic to read. Both strong in their own way. They are all grown up now and can make their own decisions (that might make more sense after you read this story LOL). I could not get enough of their energy. They had fantastic pull between them and it showed on the pages. That’s the work of a great author. Stories shouldn’t just be read, they should be felt. And I felt this one.
I’ve been a fan of Carly’s work for ever it seems. Not every one of her works has hit the mark for me, but I can always recognize an author that has both storytelling skill and writing skill. She has both in spades.
Fantastic beginning to a series!
I read this well written second chance romance story in one sitting because I didn’t want to put the book down. Packed with heartbreak, betrayal, tragedy, mystery, an unexpected twist, incredible chemistry, hot scenes, redemption, forgiveness, family, a great storyline, love, and a HEA, this book will play with your heart strings.
I volunteered to review an advance reader copy of this book.
Sebastian is involved in the family business. Suddenly getting bad news, more than once, and he has no idea how to go on from here. Then to his astonishment, an old flame returns. He is still extremely attracted to her and wants to show her he has grown.
Ashley is unsure of her footing around Sebastian. He still steals her breath, and makes her heart race. Coming home after all this time has made some things change, and others have remained the same.
This was such a fast paced story. From right at the beginning you can tell the heat and the sexy between these two. Hard to deny real feelings and this is a great start to a new series.
***This early copy was given in exchange for an honest review only.
3.5-4 stars.
Well, this was hot.
We have Sebastian and Ashley, reuniting again after years apart and a very painful separation for Ashley. She’s back in town to help Sebastian’s brother but obviously there are times with Sebastian. I gotta say, I wasn’t much of a fan of his, the reasons why Ashley left were in great part his fault. However, I get that he was a jerk of a teenager.
So, in his job to show her that he changed and he’s really attracted to her, he totally makes it up, lol. They spend time together, even Ashley helping them at work. She was also in quite a pickle with an ex who just didn’t get it. *face palm*
This was a hot and fun read and I’m looking forward to reading more of the Knight Brothers.
*Thank you to the author for providing a copy for which I’m giving my honest opinion*
Take Me Again is the first book and is a second chance romance in The Knight Brothers Series. Each of these stories can be read as standalones. Yay! We will get to read more about these yummy brothers. But, what about the one sister, Sierra?
This is Sebastian Knights turn with Ashley Easton an ex-sister by her mother’s marriage to Sebastian’s father. Ashley was sent to a boarding school because Sebastian and she got caught fooling around. She even stayed in boarding school after her mother divorced Sebastian’s father due to he agreed to pay for her school after the divorce.
Ashley has stayed away never returning even after boarding school until Ethan the one Knight brother that has stayed in touch with her now needed her. Now she is back for a visit and wants nothing to do with Sebastian. Sebastian has a lot to make up for!
I think that Ashley’s character is a little cold and standoffish but, I imagine if I grew up in a family like she did and what happened to her would leave me a bit like that too.
I love reading and finding all about these sexy Knight siblings! Take Me Tonight is next and will be Parker’s story.
I’m always excited to start a new Carly Phillips series. Take Me Again is the perfect second chance romance to get the Knight series started.
Ashley and Sebastian have a hurtful past that is revisited after tragedy strikes the Knight family. Ashley’s finally coming home after many years away in London. She must work closely with Sebastian to save the family company while not losing her heart to the only man she’s ever loved. While secrets are uncovered Sebastian and Ashley can’t deny their chemistry.
I can’t wait to read more of the Knight family. i was totally hooked from the first chapter. While easy to read, this book is full of passion, romance, and totally captivating. This second chance romance introduces us to the rest of the charismatic siblings. Bring on the next book, I can’t wait to see what’s in store.
This is my first Carly Phillips ARC but I do have some of her books in my TBR.
This book is about Sebastian Knight and Ashley Easton journey to forever. Sebastian is your typical rich playboy and Ashley is your girl next door type but she was his step sister—ex step sister, since their parents had already split… they were playing around, got caught and Ashley was shipped to a boarding school in London… and now something tragic happened to the Knight family and Ashley got found herself on a plane back to New York after eight long years of being away…
This is definitely your typical chick-lit… I’m a huge romantic sap and I’m all for second chances, but being aggressive after stewing in an eight-year long resentment, isn’t just very realistic even though it may seem that everything was already forgiven… but different strokes for different folks, right? I’m just saying… it was a wee bit fast paced but falling in love has no timeframe. I was rolling my eyes because it was so cliché but I did enjoy reading it. I just expected more… I actually can’t wait for Ethan’s or Sierra’s story.
If you’re looking for a light read, then this is the book to pick up next.
I’ll be honest … I was a little surprised that Ashley chose Sebastian over Ethan. Her teenage encounter with Sebastian resulted in distrust and resentment. Although I enjoyed the strength she brought to the circumstances, I was disappointed in how quickly she got over so many years of this resentment. I understand why she felt the way she did, but it should have been dealt with long before now and not by saying OK and let’s have sex.
I liked the fact Ashley is a strong female character and is there when the Knight brothers need her. Whether it be baking muffins or flying off to California to investigate a business problem, she is there and gets it done.
I’m looking forward to the next book in the series and hoping to see more strong female characters. Women are not all damsels in distress and this book does them justice.
This was a second chance romance with stepbrother/ stepsister storyline. Sebastian and Ashley meet when they were teenagers. But is forbidden when Ashley’s mom is married to Sebastian’s dad. After getting caught she is sent away. Years later she comes back after a tragedy hits the Knight family. When trouble starts for the Knight Tech company, Sebastian and Ashley try to figure out what happened.
This was such a good book, it easily flowed and great storyline. The fighting attraction and sexual tension was amazing! The sex was so hot and sexy! Sebastian was definitely swoon-worthy! Can’t wait for Parker’s HEA!!!
Great start to this new series! I was totally hooked by the end of the first chapter!