Even rebels have regrets.Mine has a name: Jamie.When news of Jean Perry’s passing reaches me, I feel a moment of selfish relief and hope that I might be able to reconcile the most consequential mistake of my life.There’s only one problem.Her sister.Avery Perry.The moment I see the way my son looks at her, I’m reminded of a past I thought long buried. There’s more to this arrangement than meets … more to this arrangement than meets the eye and there’s only one way to learn more.
It’s time to play house.
No feelings. Just observation. And maybe a little seduction along the way.
I am a rebel, after all.
And not all rebels are worthy of redemption.
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This is the second book I have read by this author and the second book I have LOVED. This is especially surprising when you consider it has something I absolutely LOATHE in my romance books. (sibling sharing) Now, I’ll admit it still did skeeve me out (a little) However, the plot and the author’s light hand made it less of an issue for me than it usually would be.
The writing was excellent. It was well paced. The plot was engaging. It made me bawl SOOO many times. The sex was hot. There was no OW or OM drama. Jamie was adorable. I loved the little Killian cameo. Avery was a fantastic heroine. I loved her and her huge heart. Wyatt is why I took half a star off this one. I found him really unlikable at the beginning of this book. However, he got loads better as the book went on. Last, it was all wrapped up in a sweet epilogue. I’ll be honest, I would have liked to have seen a or two, but I imagine we will see this little family again in future books.
This was a fantastic read, and I am glad I took a chance on it. Yours truly gives it two thumbs up.
Oh my goodness, I lost count of how many times this book made me ugly cry!
This has gone straight on the list of favourite reads of 2019, right up there in the top 10 – scrap that, definitely top 3! Avery, Wyatt and Jamie took me on an emotional roller-coaster of a ride, zooming me to the peaks and pinnacles before dropping me into the depths of despair. Lexi C. Foss writes with such an unbelievable depth of feeling that my heart feels as though it has been caught up in a maelstrom, pounded by the violent forces contained within it and then left floating in the gentle eddies of current along the edge of the water.
On first meeting him I absolutely detested Wyatt, I wanted to cause him bodily harm! My pulse was literally racing and I couldn’t read quickly enough to find out what this despicable excuse for a man was going to do next. And do you know what he did? The goddamn rebel made me fall in love with him! He also made me want to slap him around the head a few times, and possibly kick his ass too, but my word this seemingly arrogant alpha-hole had a gentle heart and a caring nature not many got to see.
Avery is a wonderful heroine, the sort of woman you either want as your best friend or would even aspire to be! From the off I just couldn’t help liking her, which only increased my ire at Wyatt. At times her heartache had me sobbing, and I felt her pain, passion, anger, angst, lust and love. Thankfully Wyatt redeemed himself and provided Avery with the love, support and care that her life had been sorely lacking.
There was just so much good story in this book, so many feels and throughout it all was the careful dance between Avery and Wyatt, with neither sure who or what to trust. However the author wove a story that was both convincing and captivating. I believed in Avery and Jamie, I forgave Wyatt and understood why he acted as he did. I cared for these characters, wanting and needing them to find that HEA. Not only that but the chemistry was intense, resulting in some red hot sex scenes.
What really stands out for me is that straight forward contemporary romance rarely hits the mark for me. Add in suspense, BDSM, comedy, sci-fi, paranormal elements etc and I’m fine. But contemporary, especially one that includes the concept of ‘billionaire’ (a huge turn OFF normally for me) would usually have me running in the opposite direction. I’m glad the author’s name was enough to persuade me to try this, because if I hadn’t I would have missed out on an amazing and wonderful book.
This author continues to enthral and enamour me. I discovered her via a short story in an anthology and then read her first foray into romantic suspense with Scarlet Mark. If she hadn’t told me it was her first attempt in the genre I would never have guessed she hadn’t written in it before. I’m now off to go and purchase her entire catalogue of books, because I know I will love them.
Read: 6/3/2020
The Rebel’s Redemption was the third book in the Mershano Empire series by Lexi Foss.
Wyatt Mershano was the younger brother to Evan, book one, The Prince’s Game. He was the rebellious one, always doing whatever he could to defy his father. It was his life’s mission. And apparently, he also had a son.
Avery Perry was devastated. She just lost her sister; whose son, Jamie, she was now raising on her own. She had raised him for the last four years and it was now permanent…until it wasn’t. Jamie’s father had been absent from the beginning and now he decided to show up and claim his son. Why now?
Foss took us through a creative story. No spoilers, so no elaboration, but it was well written, well developed and suspenseful. I enjoyed the characters as well as how Foss unraveled the details. Not everything appeared as it seemed and i enjoyed each new discovery.
Additionally, Foss revealed a fourth book, The Devil’s Denial, which will focus on Garrett – the attorney we’ve all come to dislike – and I totally can’t wait!
Bring out the tissues because you’ll need it with this book, Wyatt Mershano is the youngest son in the Mershano family and has been known as Rebel. When one night ended with him being tricked into sleeping with a woman, with the the result of it being his son Jamie. Avery has raised Jamie as is he was her own son, giving him everything she can because she loves him. Avery’s sister is Jamie’s birth mother but wants nothing to do with him and when she dies , Jamie’s father comes for him. The roller coaster of emotions in this book is amazing. It was like being there watching love come for Avery and Wyatt. The Mershano Empire Series can be read out of order but I recommend reading it in order.
First I want to start off by saying that this is the first book I read my series and it can be read as a stand-alone. The next thing I want to say is omg I had a huge connection with this book I was in such a roller coaster of a ride of emotions. I feel like because I have kids the same age that were involved in this story that I couldn’t help but get emotional over it. I love the development of this story in the relationship between the characters as it grew. Well I did have a love-hate relationship with a man lead character I didn’t up liking him in the end again the growth of the characters was very well-rounded throughout the story. I did really enjoy this story and would recommend reading this story and looking into other books by this author.
This book is a tear-jerker for sure. Jamie is such a sweet boy and he has had his whole world turned upside down. The characters are absolutely amazing you actually feel like you know each of them. I love how the story sucks you in and has your whole heart gushing throughout the book. I highly recommend this book.
Holy hell this book was a train wreck of emotions and I loved every minute of it. It was both hot and ugly cry all at once. It was a beautifully written story that kept me invested in the plot line throughout.
Sinfully sexy! A highly entertaining contemporary romance that captured my attention from the beginning. The story was an emotional rollercoaster that had me smiling, laughing and wanting to cry. I loved the characters and thoroughly enjoyed Wyatt and Avery’s story and watching their relationship grow and develop.
I absolutely loved Wyatt and Avery’s story.
Both Wyatt and Avery had been screwed over by Avery’s sister Jean in many ways but in very different ways as well.
For Wyatt her form of torture was blackmailing him to take care of his son away from the paparazzi zoo that followed him.
Avery’s torture was basically making her a mother without allowing her the luxury of the title “mom”.
When Jean passes away, Avery is determined to still give Jamie the constant love and affection she has for the last 4 years and is determined to adopted him to officially become the loving mom he was denied with Jean. But things change when Jamie’s father finally comes forward and is determined to claim his son.
Wyatt’s life isn’t one that’s appropriate for children, but he knew the smart thing was allowing Jean to raise his son and to pay for anything his child might need. But now that Jean’s dead and some woman is trying to adopt him, Wyatt has to do what’s best for his son.
It’s time for Wyatt to figure out if Avery Perry is just like her sister and determined to screw him over as well.
Feelings weren’t suppose to get involved. But Avery is everything Jean wasn’t and everything Wyatt finds attractive in a woman. But is she just putting up a facade for Wyatt’s sake to not take Jamie from her?
The story was amazing great characters. Emotional rollercoaster for sure. I love Jamie such a great character build up and his auntie A
Rebel friend and their adventure. Although I was surprised to see this was book three. Now I have to read more from the author.
Holy hell the emotional rollercoaster ride this story takes you on is epic. I laughed, cried, yelled and laughed. So many unexpected twists and such amazingly well developed characters, that you become so attached to. I want more.
Another amazing book in the Mershano Empire Series!!! The emotions in this book will have you up and down, so be sure to bring plenty of kleenex!!! The battle of playing a mother/aunt after Avery’s sister passes and trying to file for custody. Not knowing the father, Wyatt, is never going to let that happen!!! Such a ride!!! Read and enjoy!!!
I’ve been dying to read Wyatt’s book for soooo long, and then when I finally got my hands on it, II was kind of scared to read it. What if the Wyatt in my head didn’t live up to man on the page.
Well I needn’t have worried.
Except Wyatt didn’t turn out at all like I expected. He was a whole lot better!
Bestill my beating heart… oh my. This guy… the way he was with Jamie from the get-go brought a tear to my eye (I’m not known for getting overly emotional while reading but this one really tugged on my heartstrings).
Wonderfully told, this is such a sweet tale. I bled right along with Avery, with every drop of her suffering. This is an emotional tale, full of heart, and with a HEA that will have you closing the book with a great big sigh of satisfaction.
I devoured this book in two sittings (only separated by the need to sleep. Damn you sleep!)
Loved every page!
This book! The first couple of chapters I HATED Wyatt. And then…then I just loved the whole book, Wyatt especially. It was such a beautiful, heart-warming book while also still being intense and sexy. Foss did a wonderful job of balancing the family and adult elements. Wyatt is definitely more than first impressions make him seem, and Avery is strong and smart. Great book with great characters!
Best book I’ve read this year!!! I quickly fell in love with Avery, Wyatt and little Jamie. It’s totally addicting, and I could not put this one down. Can’t wait to see what comes next in this series!
Once again, Lexi C. Foss spins a realistic and beautiful story.
Wyatt Mershano, handsome rebellious playboy.
Avery Perry, responsible aunt and caregiver of her young nephew.
They meet under stormy circumstances as Avery tries to adopt her nephew after her sister (his mother) dies unexpectedly. Wyatt assumes the worst, given what he knew of Jean. The sparks fly and the emotions run along a roller coaster in this as Wyatt and Avery learn how to deal with the turbulence left in Jean’s wake. This story is not just about their coming together but also the beautiful little boy who has had his entire world changed with the blink of an eye.
Can they overcome the past to create a future together?
The Rebel’s Redemption, part of the Mershano Empire series, was everything I could have hoped for and more from Lexi C Foss.
Wyatt’s character sucks you in from the very beginning and you can’t help but fall in love with him. Then there is Avery; her struggles with what life throws her way hit home for me in so many ways. Then of course there is sweet Jaime… ugh my heart melts whenever I think of that little boy. The way the author brings Wyatt and Avery together just made this story all the better for me.
Love, relationships, and families can be messy, but they can be beautiful too! Lexi C Foss just gave us a story that brings it all together and reminds us to cherish every moment.
Wyatt Mershano will have you swooning
Avery’s world is literally turned upside down when officers report her sister has died. With her heart aching for her loss and her nephew Jamie, she attempts to do right by him and puts together documentation to adopt him. However, when she gets to her lawyer’s office and is confronted by Jamie’s biological father no less, she’s devastated when she finds out she will never be able to adopt the boy she’s raised.
Wyatt is the black sheep in the Mershano family and quite literally is a rebel. When he discovers a woman is trying to adopt his child, he takes Garrett with as his legal representation in an effort to determine what she really wants. Especially now that the child’s mother is out of the picture!
So many secrets and deceptions are revealed in this story that literally broke my heart Wyatt’s approach is distrustful of Avery, but eventually his instincts prove him correct and he will have you swooning by the end with his behaviour towards both Avery and Jamie I loved this story, it felt like the words flew off the pages and I couldn’t consume them fast enough. From the prologue I was deeply entrenched in the emotional turmoil experienced by these characters that were worlds apart and I fell in love with all three as the story continued
I received an advanced copy for which I voluntarily leave my honest review. I hope to read Garrett’s story next (with Mia)….
Rating 4.5 stars
Beautifully written, heartfelt story full of emotion. I love these Mershano men and the women who ground them, such depth to their characters!
Avery Perry is reeling from her sister Jean’s death. When she applies for full custody of her nephew Jamie, Wyatt Mershano comes barreling into her life, determined to take back what should have always been his. From her pov, he’s been unknown and absent but is now hell bent on destroying her life. Wyatt believes the Perry sisters are cut from the same nasty cloth, but all is not as it seems, lies have been told and betrayal is in the air. Who can be trusted? Wyatt and Avery are about to start the fight of their lives, with sweet innocent Jamie stuck in the middle.
What an emotional, heart wrenching story, but with humour and passion expertly intertwined. I felt in my core the raw agony from Avery as she realises she will lose everything she loves. Wyatt, well what can I say, at the start he comes across as an arrogant, self serving a-hole, but the more we see under his layers, the more we see his gorgeous soul, honourable and loyal, but also the pains from the life he’s been forced to live. Wyatt and Avery have more in common than they think and from the pain and mistrust, a beautiful love story is born between two strong, determined, loving people.
Lexi has a wonderful way of writing, smooth, easy to read but always full of depth with amazingly real characters I’d love to have as friends. Another fantastic book, I’d highly recommend. Cant wait for what’s next, I need to know what’s up with Garrett, the Mershano’s grumpy, fiery lawyer! Here’s hoping 🙂
Wyatt, Wyatt, Wyatt. Be still my beating heart!
It has been an agonising wait for the next Mershano fella to appear but it is well worth the wait, I can assure you!
Great characters, great character chemistry, great plot and ease. Realistic storyline and definitely and ‘pull at your heartstrings’ vibe.
Wyatt is a rebel, but now he’s a rebel with a cause. Namely Jamie, his son. It just so happens that Jamie’s auntie Avery is along for the ride as well and Wyatt sure doesn’t make it easy on the only person who has ever really cared for and loved Jamie. Whilst it should be said that Wyatt hasn’t been in Jamie’s life since the beginning, (for reasons you’ll understand when you read the book) he is making up for it now and it’s endearing to watch.
It’s easy to see why this pair work, they say opposites attract and that’s never more true than with Avery and Wyatt, she’s the humble, meak-ish home bird, he’s the ex wild cheeky chappy who just happens to be loaded too. They both work because they’re polar opposites. Where Avery is undecided, Wyatt is cock sure. It’s the perfect entertainment.
I’m really excited to see the next book. I have a feeling we’re really going to be run ragged with that one. Highly recommend this and all the other books in this series, but hey! Don’t just take my word for it, go and grab your copy!