#1 In the entire Kindle StoreFrom USA Today Bestselling author L.J. Shen comes a new, fun, steamy standalone about a notorious playboy and the nerdy girl who brings him to his knees.Boston’s debauched elite is going up in flames, and it’s the Fitzpatrick family that set it on fire.ʜᴜɴᴛᴇʀI didn’t mean to star in a sex tape, okay?It was just one of those unexplainable things. Like Stonehenge, … just one of those unexplainable things.
Like Stonehenge, Police Academy 2, and morning glory clouds.
It just happened.
Now, my ball-busting father is sentencing me to six months of celibacy, sobriety, and morbid boredom under the roof of Boston’s nerdiest girl alive, Sailor Brennan.
The virginal archer is supposed to babysit my ass while I learn to take my place in Royal Pipelines, my family’s oil company.
Little does she know, that’s not the only pipe I’ll be laying…
Sailor
I didn’t want this gig, okay?
But the deal was too sweet to walk away from.
I needed the public endorsement; Hunter needed a nanny.
Besides, what’s six months in the grand scheme of things?
It’s not like I’m in danger of falling in love with the appallingly gorgeous, charismatic gazillionaire who happens to be one of Boston’s most eligible bachelors.
No. I will remain immune to Hunter Fitzpatrick’s charm.
Even at the cost of losing everything I have.
Even at the cost of burning down his kingdom.
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OH WOW, L.J. Shen did it again, she delivered another steamy, emotional, and addictive read. This angsty romance left me breathless.
After a sex tape scandal, Hunter is forced by his father to live with Sailor who will be his “babysitter” for six months. That means no debauchery during that period if he wants to get his inheritance. Accepting these conditions doesn’t come easy for Hunter but he doesn’t have a choice than to accept. In his mind, he already has plans to bypass the rules and convince Sailor to be lenient with him. Hunter thinks he has Sailor all figured out, that he’ll manipulate her easily. But he quickly discovers that it’s not that easy because the spunky redhead knows how to put him in his place. Sailor is an archer. Her dream is to get to the Olympics and nothing will stand in her way to achieve that goal, not even the outrageously handsome Hunter Fitzpatrick.
Sailor was absolutely amazing, I fell so hard for her as a character. She’s feisty, determined, and a perfect match for Hunter. She doesn’t put up with his bullshit and isn’t afraid to shoot an arrow at him when he infuriates her. And Hunter is perfectly alluring in the best way. He looks like a Greek God and he has absolutely no filter when he speaks, but there’s more to him than good looks, he just needs a push in the right direction to discover his full potential. I loved the emotional push and pull between them. The banter was fascinating, I couldn’t get enough of it. And OMG, the sexy scenes were over the charts hot. But what really made me love the book was the unexpected plot. I love it when apparently unrelated pieces come together and surprise me in the end. Also, I’m very excited for more from the secondary cast. I think I loved them as much I as loved the protagonists.
Romantic and steamy with a dash of suspense, The Hunter is a must-read for lovers of new adult romance. I highly recommend it!
*I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
The Boston Belles series is off to an amazing start with Hunter Fitzpatrick and Sailor Brennan and as with Leigh’s other characters I have fallen completely in love with them both. Hunter is a man of so many contradictions with each page revealing another layer to his personality. One thing I didn’t expect was to laugh so much his no filter mouth and antics had me rolling on the floor with laughter. Sailor is such a detremined sassy young woman , I loved how she never gave him inch the banter between them was just what I wanted. All the cameos we get from previous books don’t disappoint, daddy Troy and big brother Sam. We meet some stand out characters for furture books who I know we will all want to claim.
Leigh has delivered an enemies to lovers story packed full of twists suspense and emotion that made me so happy and looking forward to the next one.
5 fantastic stars!! Hunter fits right in with all of Lj Shen’s hot hero’s.
This is book one of “Boston Belle’s” and can be read as a stand alone. This is Hunter and Sailor’s story.
First of all this damn cover is so hot!! I am in love!! Now let me say Hunter is fucking great. Yes he annoys the shit out of me but I fell hard for him. Just like every single other Lj Shen lead male character. Omfg I thought I was going to hate this kid and by then end I was swooning and smiling like a fool.
I love Sailor the minute I met her. Her mom and dad are two of my favorite people so that helps. But damn she is a strong. I watched her grow stronger and stronger and become her own woman. Well with a little help from a playboy billionaire.
I enjoyed all the characters in the book and can not wait for their stories as well. The back stories are always my favorite part and this one did not disappoint. Great read!!
**I received this as an ARC and in return gave my honest review**
Ms. Shen has done it again! Another one to add to my top reads for 2020!
There was everything to love about this book. The characters, the supporting characters, the little cameo’s from other characters from other books.
But this book had me in stitches. I haven’t read a book that had my heart soaring and I couldn’t stop laughing with how Hunter and Sailor just had this great dynamic. Their banter back and forth was so darn cute and hilarious.
“He was fearless, and a rebel, and a sinner, and a saint”.
There was so much to this book besides the fun aspect, there was also things that Shen is so good at talking about. There is also somewhat of a sad topic that involves Hunter and his family, things that we never imagined could have been the reasons for his behavioral issues.
Hunter’s family want him to lay low after a scandal involving him and they also want him to prove to them that he can actually stay out of the limelight and be a responsible man. He certainly had to go through hurdles to prove to his family that he could be what they want him to be. If only they would stop being so cold and treating him like he doesn’t exist.
Sailor was assigned to pretty much babysit Hunter. She had to keep him in the straight and narrow. The question now is, can she succeed with this hard task???
Sailor may not have been the beautiful swan when she and Hunter first met, but she certainly knew how to transform herself and not just for herself but also once she realized that her feelings were more than just friendly. She actually wanted Hunter to notice her aside of his reputation. Could she have changed this womanizing man? Maybe!
But this book is certainly going on my top of 2020 for sure!
The Hunter (Boston Belles, #1) by L.J. Shen
5 stars without a single doubt. It was that good!
This book is crazy amazing, L.J. Shen ! This story was epic in its own way and OMG it was the best possible way to introduce us to The Boston Belles.
I had so much fun with it, it was a breath of fresh air, very peculiar, extremely entertaining, super-steamy, amazing side-characters, don’t get me wrong there’s some angst but overall I had a hell of a good time!
Where do I start? Hmmm, The Hunter is one of a kind story. You’ll love it, I kid you not.
Sailor Brennan is just what you’d expect from Troy and Sparrow Brennan’s daughter to be. She’s brave, fearless, a bit socially awkward but endearing all of the same. She’s a very relatable character and I’m happy with the way she’s written.
Now, Hunter Fitzpatrick, he is something else! Yeah, he is an a-hole but the most charming one you’ll ever meet. He obnoxious, extra, careless, his morals need work but lort is he a gorgeous and amazing hero!
In a nutshell, yeah I did receive an ARC but my opinion isn’t by any means biased. This book, I’ve no words to describe how happy it made me. If you are having a hard day, read it and you’ll be amazed at how much this book will change your mood.
With that said, this is my non-spoiler and earnest review of The Hunter by L.J. Shen.
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Ps: I need books 2, 3 & 4 ASAP!
Enemies to lovers with a swoony hero? Yes, please!
I loved hunter from the first page.. with his witty one liners and dark crude humour..
but underneath that rebellious bad boy persona you knew he was a little bit lost.
And a little bit broken.
It’s not until he’s stuck with sailor do you see how lost he really is.
With only Sailor in his corner.
He comes through as the man he should have always been.
With a little sassy girl who doesn’t take his crazy ways .
You see them both become who they are supposed to be.
Outspoken
Rude
Sex crazed hunter .
Sailor who is a quiet beauty
Sassy and smart ,
Becomes his prey .
I absolutely loved these two
Amazing read as always
I ABSOLUTELY FLOVED THIS BOOK. The Hunter by LJ Shen is a the first standalone in a new series. And it is a fantastic start. It is edgy, dramatic, sexy and funnny with unexpected twists. I was captivated and engaged from start to finish. Author LJ Shen keeps the hits coming.
I love Hunter and Sailor! He is gorgeous, charming, sexy, and sarcastic. Sailor is an unconventional beauty, smart, sassy and feisty. Together they are incredible. I love their snarky banter and innuendo. The chemistry is sizzling. The push/pull is intense. I love the development of not only their relationship, but their own character and how they come into their own.
The family drama is also perfectly executed. The dynamics of both the Fitzpatrick and Brennan clans are addicting. I love the interaction between them all. I especially love seeing Troy again. Not to mention the characters of Cillian and Sam. They are 2 to watch. All of the supporting characters are intriguing.
Though The Hunter is a new standalone, it crosses into the world of All Saints and melds perfectly. Love the connection.
Author LJ Shen delivers another fabulous story with fantastic characters I fell in love with. I get lost in her writing and totally become part of the story. The Hunter is a perfect start to what I’m sure will be another amazing series. Highly recommend. I cannot wait to see what comes next!!
Omg! I can not deal with how much I loved this story. This was classic Shen with a fresh, new twist and I need more of this series right now! The characters were amazing. Their chemistry was off the charts. The banter was refreshing and kept me giggling. The plot was layered and full of intrigue and tension and all the angst my poor little heart could handle. I will definitely be telling everyone to read my new favorite LJ Shen book!
Hunter Fitzpatrick is a playboy of epic proportions, or he used to be. Since the release of his sex tape, a sex tape that was made unbeknownst to him he is now being forced to return to Boston. Not only that, but he is also being forced to stay celibate and sober, and he’ll be under the watchful eye of Sailor Brennan.
Sailor Brennan doesn’t want to babysit the playboy, but her dream needs some help and this gig can get her just the help she needs. The rules are simple, keep Hunter in line and don’t fall for his charm. Sailor has her mind set on one thing, so staying immune to Hunter’s charms should be a piece of cake. Should being the operative word. The more time Hunter and Sailor spend with each other the more they unlock pieces of the other that not many get to see. Rules are rules, but is this a rule that is meant to be broken?
Oh. My. LAND!!! Hunter, can you say swoon. Seriously, that boy has layers that you would never expect. And Sailor. I absolutely love her. She isn’t afraid to put Hunter in his place, and she is the perfect mixture of Sparrow and Troy. I couldn’t put it down, from start to finish I was enthralled with this story. This isn’t your typical L.J. Shen book, I think it’s a little lighter than some of her others, but it is just as amazing. Also, the fact that we got to revisit characters from other books, made my heart so happy! I have to say as much as I love Vicious and Troy, Hunter is right up there with them. If I could give it more than 5 stars, I would, because The Hunter deserves all of them!
Another amazing enemies to lovers story from LJ Shen! No one writes anti-heroes like Leigh!
Rate: 4,3 / 5 stars
Although I loved to see Knight and Vaughn again, the prologue had me feeling some type of way about Hunter… and I think that put me off a little towards him and this book and that’s why I wasn’t really into until about 25% in.
In the beginning, I really wasn’t a big fan of Hunter, not until he started showing us bits and pieces of who he was deep down and the banter between him and Sailor became more than just sexual innuendos on his part. Sailor surprised me, I wasn’t expecting her to be such an introvert and soft on so many aspects of her life but Hunter brought out the sass and fighter in her and I loved seeing that.
I did really enjoy watching Hunter find a purpose and working hard. He transformed from a caterpillar into a butterfly without really changing himself, and I loved watching it happen. Although I still kind of hate his family, I loved that dinner at the end, specially Hunter’s reaction to it! That was a moment where you could see how really far he came! Sailor was proof that it’s okay for dreams to change. It hurt to watch her give up something that had always been part of her life but I was so proud of her for doing so and chosing herself, her integrity over all the petiness and drama that suddenly was rotting the thing she had loved the most.
Hunter and Sailor were a fun ride. Watching them become friends, be there for each other, Sailor fighting her attraction to Hunter and how much she really wanted to let him jump her bones, how she defended and supported him, watching them become more than friends and then realise that what they had was love… it was all super fun, with a sprinkle of angst here and there.
One thing I absolutely loved was The Boston Belles, watching this group of friends taking in a new person and creating a pact of friendship, I loved that. And I am so excited to get more of all these girls!! I feel like Leigh gaves hints at two potential couples and I am excited to see if they’ll come to frution and if they actually will, then how that will happen because it’s bound to be fun omg.
I obvioulsy also loved the cross-overs with Sparrow and All Saints High! Getting to see Knight and Luna again and Troy and Sparrow has parents was pretty fun!
L.J. has done it yet again The Hunter is a UNPUTDOWNABLE, Addicting, spellbinding, spine-tingling pleasurable written piece of PURE-PERFECTION!!!
HUNTER!!! Sweet Jesus!!! That man made my panties disintegrate…
This is a highly addicting story that will make you forget everything around you.
“This book was all sorts of amazing. Between the romance, witty banter, and extreme sexual tension.
The chemistry between Hunter and Sailor was so explosive, I expected my kindle to combust into flames! I couldn’t help but fall head over heels irrevocably in love with them.
This is hands down L. J. Best book she weaves a Effortless story with a Melt your panties hero that will charm the panties right off you just like this masterful story will. I couldn’t stop turning pages. I had to have it all. Get ready to lose days of sleep.
This is hands down the best book of 2020! L.J. weaved a masterpiece the stroke of her keep board!
10 Hunter will own you stars!
The Hunter by LJ Shen features Hunter Fitzpatrick, remember the guy from Angry God? Vaughn’s and Knight’s friend who has finally gotten his own story and damnnn people, what a fine one at that. This story was a breathe of fresh air amongst all new releases lately for me. I kept wanting more and more everytime I read a single line. As much as I wanted to keep devouring the story, I wanted to slow my pace down so as not to finish my thrill of adrenaline. It was like a Boone for romance lovers, truly served by our favorite author. Starting from Troy and Sparrow who happen to be our hero’s parents to the world of Spencers, each plot loop was thought thoroughly. Written spaciously. There was no room for any errors. It couldn’t be any more perfect, God!
Boston Belles focuses on a group of four best friends having met through unexpected circumstances. Don’t worry, we don’t have the drama of poor and rich because everyone here is uber rich and self sufficient. What follows is a hilarious set up between Hunter and his lady love when he ends up as a star in an unintended sex tape. Having received an ultimatum from his father, Hunter has to deal with all sorts out situations be it love, money, family or friends. Our boy grows so much throughout the story and it was passionately intriguing. The smugness of the situation arises more and more with each encounter between our hero and Sailor’s parents, his parents, the delivery girls and even the family rat. All the while, it takes a little time to realize what’s in line for our guy here.
Not only Hunter but Shen delivered a strong supporting cast. I enjoyed the Boston girls so so much and am looking forward to Kill’s story personally if and only if it’s next. There’s Sam then, the little boy adopted by Brennans in Sparrow, having all grown up into an intimidate young fresh bachelor but with a streak of sarcasm and violence. God, I couldn’t stop thinking about these side characters story each. Hunter and Sailor were raw, their encounters leaving a pleasant trail of happiness and bickering hearing the rooms up. Their passion was scorching, like Ouch burnn baby level high!!! Forget my Kindle, I was on fire through out my read.
Did I say I liked All Saints High? Move over oldies. The new generation is here to take over….
I received a copy in exchange for an honest review.
Hunter’s dad tells him it’s time to grow up and quit being a manwhore and learn the business. He has a business deal for him. Hunter has no choice though to do it. He just has to convince Sailor to do it.
Sailor wants nothing to do with him but there’s a business deal there too. She accepts but she makes stipulations to Hunter.
I laughed out loud at these two. The things that he said smh! These two did have a chemistry, friendship and more. There was more to Hunter than he let the world see and Sailor had more guts than any woman than Hunter had ever met.
Will these two be able to keep their business arrangement or will it blow up in their faces?
I loved the beginning of this series an can’t wait for the next book in the series.
The Hunter is an epic crossover of two beloved L.J. Shen’s literary worlds. This is book one of the new Boston Belles series that features Hunter Fitzpatrick and Sailor Brennan. I have to admit that I had a hard time liking Hunter in the beginning. I definitely enjoyed him, was entertained by him, but couldn’t, much like the world around him, see much depth to the character. Hunter’s layers were well and truly hidden and it was a delight seeing him come into his own while still holding on to the essence of what makes him who he is. Now Sailor is just the kind of heroine I can get behind. She is definitely not a Barbie cutout. That girl has spunk and grit and is nobody’s damsel in distress. The plot is a delightful mix of family drama, rivalry, and suspense. But at the heart of it all is an unlikely yet inevitable love story between two lonely souls. These two had some serious chemistry and Hunter is quite the dirty talker. I thoroughly enjoyed their story and can’t wait for more. Speaking of which, Cillian gave me huge Vicious vibes. I do hope we get his story soon
This book is PERFECTION! It’s all you need in life and then some. Leigh didn’t just write one of the best romances ever, she wrote a handbook on banter, on plot twists, on epic come-back lines. And the characters are out of this world. Hunter, Sailor, Cillian, Sam, Daddy Troy…I couldn’t get enough.
Hunter is Leigh’s most hilarious character to the date. He is super smart (not that he lets others see that) and his come back lines will go down in history. Hunter is also quite hot-blooded in every sense of the word. Sailor, oh my, Sailor. She was such a special character, same as her mother! Unique, not made to fall in line. She owns who she is.
The storyline was SO good! Full of interesting moment! My favorite parts were the scenes with the Boston Belles gang together. And of course the steamy scenes between Hunter and Sailor *wink wink* which were hotter than hell!
Altogether a brilliant start of a new series. I have a feeling the next books will wreck us. WRECK US!
Five giant intergalactic stars!
The Hunter by L.J Shen was one of my top most anticipated reads for 2020, and I was not disappointed!!
L.J continuously delivers steamy stories full of character and true substance. Although a romance her books have way more than just hot hookups, her books tackle real life issues.
Hunter Fitzpatrick is hot!! A rich playboy. Rebellious and uncaring of how his image is perceived.
Sailor Brennan is reserved and determined. A master at archery, she has dreams of the Olympics.
When Hunter finds himself in the public eye for unfavorable events his father, having supported Hunter financially puts his foot down and demands Hunter return to Boston and get his life sorted. What’s he’s not expecting is Sailor Brennan and being forced into a 6 month commitment to be celibate and sober.
Determined to do the 6 months ordered by his father, Hunter has no idea what’s in store and just how tempting Sweet Sailor will be.
As always, great story and memorable characters! I loved Sailor’s strength as the heroine of the story. I love that she was normal and not overly beautiful and overly perfect. I enjoyed the realness of her.
Song of the Day: Walking on Sunshine
After giving us some of my favorite angsty, heart breaking stories within the last year or so, LJ Shen is back with a refreshingly feel good change of direction, that left me with that fizzy, floaty, champagne feeling in my heart. It’s a fun, funny, and hopeful coming of age story that will give you a shot of happy while also running you through the gamut of emotions. It has sex tapes, BFF pacts, Bromance galore, celibacy deals, a forced proximity romance, and a favorite trope I won’t tell because, spoiler. This book was literally a soul cleanser, and it somehow came exactly when the world needs it. A little bit of sunshine to temper the darkness.
Her heroines are often among my favorites, and Sailor is no different. She’s brave and strong and an actual magnificent warrior queen. But really also just a girl with her fair share of insecurities and weaknesses. She’s more than a perfect match for Hunter, who is the Shen hero we didn’t know we needed. He’s not really an alpha-hole, he’s an honest to God, douche canoe-y dude bro, with a liberal splash of man-ho. Right down to his mannerisms and slang usage. And he owns it. You might be wondering where I’m going with this. But hear me out; he is basically the greatest, most wonderful douche bro ever written, a love puppy with a broken soul and a heart of gold. And I dare you to not swoon all over his designer threads by the end of the first chapter. His character arc is a thing of beauty, and I would throw myself in front of a bus for the man. Don’t get me wrong, he keeps some of his douche ness, but it’s just so goofily adorable you can’t help but fall for him.
And on top of that, he’s funny, you guys! I never thought anyone could match Knight and Vaughn for zingers, but with the amount of giggling I did through the book, their BFF is clearly no slouch in the humor department. Consequently the banter between Hunter and Sailor is LIFE, their own ridiculously hot version of foreplay.
The dialog between all the characters in fact, is gloriously snappy. The author brings her trademark A game in drawing up all the characters in this brand new world, and you already feel the undercurrents beginning to take form as a set up to future books. The girl gang was one of my favorite things. We also get a neat little look into Sparrow and Troy’s world, and daddy Troy is as sexily intimidating as ever. And dare I say, I already have a personal favorite new character and can’t wait to get my grabby paws on his book.
She’s got another one live! Brand new release.