This is a 2-in-1 curvy girl romance bundled set containing two heroes-out-of-uniform standalones—Tempted Beyond Reason and Tempted Beyond Relief. That means twice the heat, double the ultra-protective gruffness, and of course, two happily-ever-after endings with all the feels and all the swoon. Enjoy!TEMPTED BEYOND REASONThere’s a reason I was hired to protect her by one of the few former … hired to protect her by one of the few former military buddies I consider a friend. Because I’m the man people call to get the job done, even if the job is guarding the sweetest, most distracting woman I’ve ever known.
I’ve somehow been able to keep my hands off her lush curves these past months as her bodyguard, but that’s before I learn why she’s avoiding the biggest decision of her life. The surgery could either restore her sight or take away what little she can see forever; and I’m the reason she’s been holding off.
She says she wants one night with me—her first time, no less—while she still has a fraction of her vision left. Hell, I don’t know what the right thing to do here is. But what I do know is that protecting her isn’t just a job for me anymore.
And one night? That’s damn sure not going to cut it.
Author’s Note: I went with a hero-POV tale for a fun & sexy change here. Buff, gruff bodyguard Wake Robinson just had too many yummy, growly thoughts and I just had to write this story from his POV. Happy reading!
Previously published as Waking Up Her Curves (c) 2015, revised throughout with newly added content and an extended ending.
Enjoy two-for-one SAVINGS with this UPDATED 2021 Edition that now includes the standalone, Tempted Beyond Relief (now included only in this two-book bundle, no longer available separately).
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TEMPTED BEYOND RELIEF
Wylie: She’s done a bang-up job hiding her past from everyone with that tough exterior of hers, but she can’t hide forever. And the more I get to know every facet of Rhea, learn every vulnerability, experience every hot fantasy, the more I’m certain of who she really is. So how would I describe the stubborn woman? That’s easy. She’s strong, selfless, sexy as hell…and mine.
Rhea: I know he wants to break down my walls. I get it, because he’s built them around his heart, too. Wylie and I, we’re not that different; he knows all about sacrifice and duty—to others, to our past. That’s probably why we’re both such control freaks at work, and in life in general.So how do I feel about him being so darn bossy in bed? Ha! Get a court order and I’ll give up the answer.
Previously published as Dirty Sweet Curves (c) 2015, revised throughout with newly added content and an extended ending.
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THE DEAL DUOS COLLECTION
- Bundle #1: Tempted Beyond Reason & Tempted Beyond Relief
- Bundle #2: Chasing Her Curves & Capturing Her Curves
- Bundle #3: Curvy Attraction & Curvy Perfection
- Bundle #4: Hot Alpha Nights & Tempted by Trouble
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He’s Finally “Tempted Beyond Reason” Into Tak’n What He Wants!
I’ve been watch’n OVER Her for some Time…
Such a Sweet, Innocent Bundle Wrapped in Strength Personified!
But… This New Challenge is Rock’n Her to Her Core,
Cuz She doesn’t want to give UP that LAST bit of sight…
At least NOT when it’s the Sight of ME!
What She wants… Absolutely Brings Me to MY knees,
Yeah… It’s the LAST Straw,
As I’ve Now been “Tempted Beyond Reason,”
And that Sweet Li’l Vixen is gonna get Her W.I.S.H!
Cuz, I’ll be D@MN€D if I’m the Reason She Refuses Treatment!
Besides… I’ve been “Tempted Beyond Reason” LONG Enough!
I was granted, via B00|{$P®0UT, an ARC of Christa Wick’s, aka C.M. Wick, “Tempted Beyond Reason: Wake & Lacey (Far Too Tempting Book 1).” I recommend this book to others based upon its own recommendations. All opinions expressed within this review are uniquely my own & freely given!
Until next time… Happy Reading!
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. I’ve read this book before, but goodness, it was just as good the second time around. Not only is this the rare book that’s told only through the male point of view, but he’s very protective and swoon-worthy. My favorite parts are both times involving ears. (LOL) It’s funny while also being cute.
Characters and story light, but a fast Sunday read with HEA and steamy.
Two lonely hearts find each other. Opposites but it was just what they needed… each other. Quick read but satisfying in the amount of heat generated by Wake and Lacey. Liked the characters as they could’ve been jaded toward life and expected a pity party. They rose above their experiences to be whole. These two generated enough sparks to set my Kindle on fire!
I received an advanced reader copy from the author in exchange for my volunteer review.
It was short and would have liked a longer story but I really enjoyed it. If it was longer the characters could have really been explored especially Lacey and Amanda’s mother daughter dynamics. Wake was absolutely perfect with Lacey. It was so cute how sweet and patient he was with her. I love Christa’s books. Until next time y’all happy reading.
The story of Lace and Wake is sensual and sweet. It is a love story with its obsticals, but I liked the caracters and enjoyed the care and the respect they have for each other.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The well written storyline and the strongly written characters hooked me right from the start and kept my interest until the turn of the very last page!
This was a quick refreshing book. Story line was awesomely different from what I normally read. Thoroughly enjoyed the characters and their interactions with each other. Nothing forced. Now onto another book by this author.
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Tempted Beyond Reason is a wonderful read. It was quick and steamy yet filled with heart and soul too. I love Wake and his rough yet gentle ways. Lacey is such a sweet heart. Their connection is wonderful and you really feel the fight they both grow through in not giving into it. But once Wake drops down his wall as bodygaurd to Lacey hang on for the ride. I love how Wake handles everything with Lacey. He will make you swoon. Go one click this one and enjoy Wake and Lacey.
This was my first book by Christa Wick and I was pleasantly surprised at how interesting the story turned out to be. Whenever you try a new author the expectation is that hopefully their book will be entertaining or no boring at best.
The book I will label as a quick read that could be read on a break or lunch hour. This is not a bad thing just how I view the book.
The characters were realistic and so was the storyline. The story line gave me the impression that there may be a book before this one talking about some of the characters. There is and it is call Tempted by Trouble. Each book is a standalone but sometime you have to go back and find out about the other characters for a a more rounded backstory.
I look forward to reading other books by Ms. Wick in the future.
There’s nothing I love more than the thrill of discovering a new author. This is my first book by Christa Wick and most definitely not my last. I loved Wake and Lacey’s story. There was just the right amount of angst and a whole lot of lovin’ which made this book a thoroughly enjoyable read.
This was a quick, dirty plus sweet book of giving into temptation and finding everything you’re looking for. The author has captured a romance that will last forever with her words, situations and overall story. I loved everything about it, especially the dirty parts.
Wake and Lacey are in a difficult situation. He is the bodyguard for her. He’s determined not to act on his feelings. Lacey becomes his weakness, in more ways than one. Together, they are sweet and steamy. You should buy this book. You’ll love it. It’s a quick, steamy tale of how much a man loves his woman.
Steamy scenes and an over the top Alpha. Great quick read! Looking forward to the rest in the series.
I really enjoyed reading Lacey and Wake’s story, from their secret love of each other to her overcoming her issues. This was just a really good and quick read.
I really enjoyed this book. This novella length book reads easily and quickly. I liked Wake and Lacey so much. The story was a blend of emotion and drama. I thought that their scenes were quite steamy. I must say that I did feel that occasionally some of the terms used came across as a bit cheesy and even dated. Even Lacey found one of Wake’s comments ridiculously funny and she was very sheltered and naive. I could never quite reconcile his termonolgy and the hardened soldier, alpha male, womanizer reputation he had. Still, these instances were few and far between, so it was not that hard to move beyond them. In the end I found this to be a sweet, steamy and fun romance.
Wake is employed by his friend, Austin, to protect Austin’s cousin, the innocent and nearly blind Lacey. Lacey is facing a difficult decision about a risky surgery, but she wants to explore the relationship possibilities with Wake before she makes her decision.
Wake realizes that his attraction to Lacey is enough to compromise his effectiveness as her bodyguard, so he’s treading very carefully and trying to balance his desire to protect her with his desire to love her.
This is a short and very steamy novella, but it packs a huge emotional punch for both Wake and Lacey. There are secrets revealed, a surprisingly villainous character, and a heartfelt and triumphant HEA. I highly recommend this captivating story. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
A quick read. A sexy, sweet romance!
It’s a poignant situation, with a young woman in need of protection, who has a serious medical problem. Wake is a very protective guy, and does his job very well. But he wants more. Lacey is an incredible woman. She’s strong, has learned to be independent regardless of her visual impairment, but wants her life to be regret-free as possible. I love the way Wake helps her meet that goal. He’s a good man, who has his head on straight, and treats his woman right! Such a good read!
Tempted Beyond Reason is a steamy, sweet romance that is packed full of emotions, secrets, family drama and hot, steamy sexiness! Wake and Lacey were perfect for each other! They were meant to be together! I loved it! I can’t wait to read more of Christa’s books!