He was more than my bully, he was what living nightmares were made of… “I dare you…” It started as a childish game played between two friends, that ended in heartbreak.I knew him once. A long time ago you may have even called us friends. That was before I moved away, before my mother married his father, before my entire life fell apart. I lost everything, my friends, my popularity, my future. … friends, my popularity, my future.
This was supposed to be my fresh start… my last chance at new… but it wasn’t it was real life hell.
Vance Preston used to be a poor boy with a soft smile and kind eyes.
He used to be my friend.
Now he’s God’s gift to women (his words not mine), disgustingly handsome, and filthy rich.
He can do whatever he wants, say whatever he wants, and hurt whomever he wants.
No one can stop him, and no one dares too.
He might as well be god.
And his newest target: me.
He dares me to defy him.
He dares me to fight back.
He promises he won’t stop…
….not until he hurts me, not until he breaks me.
But I’m not afraid, because you can’t break something that’s already broken.
**This is book two in the North Woods University Series. It can be read as a complete standalone and contains NO cliffhanger, NO cheating, and includes a HEA. Please be advised this series contains material not suitable for all readers. This is NOT a YA series.**
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A fantastic well written romance. This engaging storyline included so much with betrayal, misunderstanding, pain, angst, twists and turns, lies, drama, frustration, anger, and love that I was glued from first page turned. This emotionally packed romance is a definete must read bully romance the seeks revenge with complex amazing characters that your heart just hurts and hopes form them.
Ava just wants to be back with her mom and go to school. But life for her hasnt been easy. Moving back with her mom it is going to get even worse. Why ? Vance. The one person who use to be her best friend but now wants to make her life miserable. He will do whatever it takes to make sure she is not happy. But little does he realize it wasnt her fault. This book was amazing from beginning to end. Yes he does bully Ava but dont think for one minute she doesnt stay strong and try to fight back. I loved Ava and Vance together. Fighting or not these two have great chemistry. Another great book in this series
Because Vance was lied to by someone he trusted, he wanted “nothing” to do with Ava but let’s be honest, he loves her, he just hates that he does.
There were quite a few times I wanted to reach through my app and smack Vance upside his head for everything he’s out Ava through. Ava doesn’t deserve any of it and she’s too forgiving for my liking.
Ava has been through a lot but she tries to make the best of her situation and doesn’t let it bring her down. I love that about her. She doesn’t throw herself a pity party.
Overall I really enjoyed The Dare. If you like bully romance, definitely give this one a chance. JL Beck & C Hallman did an amazing job yet again.
This is an extremely intense read by these two authors who consistently produce amazing books with awesome characters that I can’t help but root for or spend most of the book waiting for karma to slap them in the face! So much emotion and heartache in this story that it’s mesmerizing and yet I also wanted to put the book down and take a break so I could take some deep breathes before continuing. This is a book that had me on the edge of my seat and totally engrossed and engaged the entire time. A must read if you have enjoyed anything by these authors before, if you haven’t then this is the book to introduce you to two amazing authors!
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If you dig bully romance then this book is a definite must read.
So much anger, lust and drama!
I was a little hesitant to read it, as I hadn’t read The Bet but I needn’t have worried as it reads great as a standalone.
What a great book! The author did a great job bringing the characters to life. I highly recommend this book. Five stars from me!
Gosh this story is full of fight.
Ava and Vance broke each other years ago.
Lies betrayal and hate fuel this book. I just wanted to punch Vance he is pure hatred. Avs just wants her mothers approval or at lesst just some attention.
Things get out of hand when Vance taked his hatred to far and just about ruin his chance to find out the truth about what happened all those years ago. He needs a good swift kick to the head by a bull. This story is long and engaging. I listened to the book through text to speech I don’t think I could of handled looking at the words it was that intense. So much steam coming from their ears, tears, anger and chemistry but its along read to tne HFN ending. Read how Vance nearly rips his family apart because of a lie told by someone who he trusted.
Lies and violence. Ava was not blameless from the start- she chose the dare. No one forced her so she needed to deal with the repercussions. It’s hard to say who was the bigger bully- Ava or Vance, and I think it’s Ava. I was appalled that Ava thought she had the right to put her hands on someone in violence. There’s no excuse for her physical abuse of Vance (more than one time) and Clark. It’s not okay!! (Unless self defense.) No one touched her that way and she was wrong to do it. Ava’s mom was selfish and greedy, and her focus was on herself. Both parents were liars! I never liked or bonded with Ava’s character, but I did love Vance a lot! Remy ( from book one)was way too boring in this story. There’s a teasing cliffy at the end of this story.
The Dare was another stimulating addition to this fantastic series. If you have not picked up this book and the one before it you are missing out. Go grab this series today you will not regret it.
The Dare is an intense, emotional story full of lies, betrayal, broken hearts, pain, anger, love and twists and turns that keep you reading! Vance and Ava were childhood friends and a game of Truth or Dare tore their lives apart. Five years later Ava came back in his life. Vance was going to make Ava pay for what he thinks she did to him. When he learns what really happened in the past will it be to late for them?
This story pulls you in and keeps you reading until the end! I couldn’t stop reading! This is a five star must read!
I can’t wait for the next book in the North Woods University series!
This book was so good I cried for Ava she was Dared and she found out something she wasn’t supposed to find and then Vance called her a lair and treated her badly and eventually everything worked out for them
Another fabulous book by J.L. Beck and Cassandra Hallman. The Dare is filled with all the angst you could want. I loved Ava and Vance’s story! These authors always pull me in and captivate me! Read this one from beginning to end and loved every page!!!
Growing up, Vance was really close with Ava and they did everything and went everywhere together. But when a game of truth or dare turns into so much more, will it destroy them both? Vance has had a chip on his shoulder and the taste for revenge against Ave since that night. But what happens when his dad and Ava’s mom reconnect and get married? Can he stop seeking revenge?
Ava has struggled since that night of the last truth or dare game she played with Vance. Life changed so much and it is only the beginning. But when life changes yet again, can she handle what it throws at her? Is she a lovable person or is she just not meant to be happy?
This is very intense, emotional and oh so good!! This story goes through the phases of misunderstanding to realization to trying to right the wrongs we have made and finally to forgiveness. But will Ava and Vance survive all of the stages? This is an amazing bully/enemy to lover read full of drama, lies, twists and turns, pain, anger, love, lust, romance and so much more, you will not be disappointed. I cannot wait for Clark’s story!!! I received an ARC of this book from the author.
Prepare to be spitting mad and have your heart ripped out at the same time. Loved this book even though it made me want to throw my kindle across the room a few times while fighting the desire to throat punch Vance.
I’m a glutton for angsty books. The love to hate, friends to enemies scenario keeps me quickly turning the page. So after reading the blurb to ‘The Dare’ I was happy when I was given a chance to read this book.
Ava is forced to move in with her estranged mom so she can go to school. She just wants to move on from the past and start her life over again. But can she move on if the one person from her past wants to make her suffer. He use to be her best friend. He’s now her step brother Vance.
I felt so bad for Ava! Her life has been in one long free fall into misery. Then she has to live with a hot but bitter step brother who wants to punish her for for the past. Vance is a hateful character. He’s a bully, he’s a jerk, he’s bordering on crazy, but he’s also seriously troubled. He loves Ava, he hates Ava, his confusion all centers on one moment that ruined both of their lives. Even with all of this I still loved this story. Maybe because Ava is tougher than she seems or Vance is more confused than crazy. Read this story and find out for yourself.
The Dare has completely upped the level and intensity of this fantastic new series! Just when I thought it couldn’t get any better, I was proven so very wrong. Beck and Hallman know how to totally wreck my heart while leaving me a sliver of hope to keep me moving and dreaming. Nothing is as good as devouring one of their stunningly, out of this world stories!! They are life-changing and heart reforming, and I wouldn’t change a single thing about them! What a fabulous rush that will keep you going until the next book comes out.
For the last five years, Ava has lived a life that has been just a shadow of its true potential. She has helplessly watched her family fall apart at the seems knowing there is nothing she can do to stop it. All she can do it to keep moving while putting one foot in front of the other. When her steps lead her back to her old hometown, she thought she might find some shelter and some friendly faces, but that all changes in a one heartbeat. Vance can’t believe that Ava has the audacity to show her face in his town again. There is no way she could be up to anything good, so he is determined to destroy her plans and her life in one fell swoop. Will Ava be able to scale the walls of confusion and hate in order to unravel the twisted mystery that she has fallen in the middle of, or will she have just enough hope to pickup her shattered heart and move on?
This story is another one that will twist your insides until your emotions are all over the place. There is nothing simple or easy about the journey that Ava and Vance must walk if they are to dig up the long-buried truth. How far can stubborn determination take you in the face of ugly opposition? Is the truth really worth fighting against the ugly present that will jab and sting every step of the way? Ava is an extraordinary character that will make you hurt and leave you in agony as you fight her world alongside her. She is a stunning woman who will show anyone that the truth is worth any price that you have to pay.
Beck and Hallman continue to shake up and brighten my world with their fierce creativity and enlightening hope that shines through every page and character that you encounter. Nothing will stop them from proclaiming the message that is being screamed from their hearts to those who are brave enough to savor and cherish each word. They are astonishing authors who will continue to delight and entertain and teach us with each wonderful gift they give us in the form of their books. I don’t take their gifts for granted, and I hope that you take a chance on them and find out what all you are missing out on!
I loved this book! This series just keeps getting better and better! There was tension, heat, angst, and enough secrets to keep ke guessing the whole way through. I loved the characters. Vance was the perfect bully hero. I loved watching Ava bring him to his knees. The storyline was quick paced and original. I can’t wait to tell everyone to read this amazing book!
Received ARC for Honest Review
I Give this book 4.5 out of a 5 Start Rating, but will list as 4.
I definitely plan on buying this book as soon as it becomes available!
Romance: 4/5
Heat: 4/5
Emotional Roller Coaster(?): 5/5
Drama: 5/5
Suspense: 4.5/5
HEA(?): YES!
I Have Not Read Book 1 yet, but I will now!
When I saw The Dare was available to read, I took the chance and jumped right in, knowing nothing. This is such a good read and so glad I got the chance! I’m sorry I cannot give any spoiler except this is higher in ‘Bully Spectrum’, and Personally I love ‘Major Bully’ books.
So I’m sorry if it’s not your Jam, but it’s Very Much Mine, so I highly recommend reading it if you like ‘Major Bully’ type!
You will be hop scotching emotions like crazy Lol
Definitely Recommending!!
Will I Read more from This Author(s)? YES!
Heck, I’m jumping to Book 1 soon Lol
Can’t wait to read future books in this series!!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
OMFG!! If you loved The Bet, you will love atheist Dare. Vance and Ava were best friends when they were younger and one night changes everything. I had a love/hate relationship with Vance. There were so many times I wanted to throttle him and more. Ava has no idea why Vance hates her so much. My emotions were all over the place. I was on the edge of my seat waiting to see what Vance would do to Ava next. He was even worse than Remy was in The Bet and that is saying a lot. This book gave me all the feels. This story gripped from the very beginning to the very end. The ending will give you a WTH is going on thought. This was not how I thought it would be. Josi and Cassy did an outstanding job with this story and made it everything and more. The storyline just flowed seamlessly along and keeps your attention. The characters were fantastic and it was great to see characters from The Bet. You will want to go and one-click this right away.
We all remember the game Truth or Dare. But what Ava didn’t relise was that by choosing dare with her then childhood friend Vance in that treehouse many years ago would have turned out the way it did.
Broken down by what unfolded has left Ava lost and a little broken.
The bully that Vance has become he blames at the feet of his once best friend Ava and if he ever gets the chance he plans to make her suffer.
Vance gets his chance to make Ava suffer and break her. What he didn’t relise is that he would also suffer.
This story has so many emotional turns that it leaves your heart breaking for these young people. In a world that should have been safe and protected, it was shattered by lies, betrayal and broken by the selfishness of others. Great complex characters that beg to have their stories told.