A spin-off from the best-selling series Something So comes a whole brand of crazy & wild love stories.VivienneNever fall in love.That was my motto, and I was sticking to it.Having my heart broken once was enough, and I never wanted to do it again.He was supposed to be a one-night stand, the only thing I do.One rule shouldn’t be so hard to follow, but then I went back for seconds, then thirds. be so hard to follow, but then I went back for seconds, then thirds.
After that, I lost count of the number of times I lost myself in his arms.
When I wasn’t paying attention, my guard slipped.
Mark
They call me Private Mark for a reason—my whole life is a secret.
For two years, we danced around each other until I got her right where I wanted her … under me.
Now that I had her, I wasn’t letting her go. I thought we were on the same page.
I thought we were building something great.
Boy, was I ever wrong.
I had no idea that while I was falling in love, she was trying to convince herself we were temporary.
She thought I’d walk away.
She was wrong.
Now it’s time to convince her she wants us too and to show her that the crazy, wild thing we have … This Is Love.
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Y’all, you do not want to miss the next installment of this series! This is Love, is funny, entertaining, sexy and these characters, WHOA!!! Thanks, Natasha for another great read!!!
This is Love is the third installment in this highly addictive and entertaining sports romance series by Natasha Madison. This story had it all: from an engaging storyline, to intriguing and charming characters and lots of humor, romance and sexy times. It’s one of these feel good, light and safe reads that puts a satisfied smile on your face. I was very curious to see which man will be able to finally tame serial dater and man-eater Vivienne. Knowing how crazy, sassy and independent this chick is I knew that Natasha will pair her up with an OTT alpha man who will rock her world and make her rethink her “no relationships” attitude.
Vivienne Paradis has sworn to herself to never fall in love again. Her heart has been once broken by a man she trusted. Now she lives by one rule – only one-night stands and no going back for seconds let alone thirds. She loves sex and she has zero problems with giving over her body to a man. But the thought of surrendering her heart to one and making any form of commitment gives her a panic attack. Vivienne knows that marriage and kids are two things she will most probably never have. And she is totally OK with it since she has so many people in her life who she loves and cares about. Among them her best friend Kerrie. Then one unforgettable night with a gorgeous hunk of a man turns her whole world and plans upside down and makes her suddenly wish and crave for things she never thought possible.
Markos Dimitris is a successful hockey player and wealthy businessman. He is the goalie for the New York Stingers. Mark is a very private person who meticulously keeps his life out of the public eye. He also comes from a huge Italian/Greek family and is very traditional. Since two years he has set his eyes on an alluring French goddess. After Mark finally gets a taste of her he decides that he would do everything in his power in order to make her his. From romantic dates to thoughtful, cute presents and mind-blowing sex he uses every weapon available in his arsenal to make Vivi fall for him. But while Markos was sure that what they have is something permanent she was desperately trying to convince herself that they are temporary. She thought that he would walk away and just give up. Boy, was she wrong! Because this is a challenge Mark gladly accepts.
I’m totally besotted with these two amazing main protagonists. I loved the dynamic between them. They weren’t only a perfect match in the bedroom but also intellectually. They just clicked on so many levels. I loved their funny banter and how they were mercilessly teasing each other. But I also very much liked the way they respected and supported each other. For Markos Vivienne was the person whose mere presence in his life made everything easier. She made him relax and smile. And he on the other hand showed Vivi what a real man is. Someone who has values and treats his woman like a queen. Markos is indeed a swoon worthy hero who will make your panties melt and your heart beat faster. I worship the ground he walks on and would marry him in a heartbeat.
I’ve thoroughly enjoyed this great story and highly recommend it. Natasha Madison truly knows how to write a story that will keep you glued to your kindle and begging for more. Now I can’t wait to see what she will come next up with. I’m giving this gem 5 l’amour toujours stars and am putting it straight on my 2019 favorites shelf.
Natasha Madison, I bow to you. I thought that after so many books you couldn’t possibly impress me more then you already have but you proved me wrong. I expected This is Love to be a great story, after all your hockey series is one of my favorites, but it was more than that. It was a funny, heart-warming and sexy read that made me smile big times. Mark and Vivienne were such loveable, entertaining characters. I rooted for them from the beginning and prayed for their HEA. And what an amazing journey you gave them! There were some super romantic, funny and sweet moments. I swear I had hearts in my eyes when I read them!
Whoever had the chance to read the previous hockey romance books in Natasha’s Something So series knows who Vivienne Paradis is. She’s Kerrie’s best friend since years and a serial dater who’s avoiding commitment like the plague. She’s French, a little crazy and has absolutely no filter.
Markos Dimitris is the goalie for the New York Stingers hockey team. He was shortly introduced in the previous book This is Wild. He’s a very private person and doesn’t like to share his personal life. This is how he got his nickname Private Mark.
For two years, these two danced around each other until Vivienne gives in. Now that Mark finally had a taste of her, he’s never letting her go. But Vivienne is one-night stand kind of woman who doesn’t come back for seconds. She was once burned by love and swore to never fall for someone again! Mark will woo her and do everything in his power to show Vivienne that he’s worth the risk. When firsts become seconds and thirds, Vivienne realizes too late that she let her guard down and caught feelings. Can Mark convince her to stop running away and give their relationship a chance?
Gosh I loved these two together! Their chemistry was insane. I loved Vivienne’s sassy, independent side but I adored her vulnerable side too. That woman had so much love to give but was so scared! The things that happend in her past left deep scars she couldn’t get easily over. Luckily she met the right guy who treated her like gold. Mark worshiped the ground she was walking on! This part Italian, part Greek dreamboat was the epitome of a perfect book hero. He was romantic, protective and knew how to handle a strong woman like Vivi. He was a very traditional man, who fought for the woman he wanted. Once he won her heart he never flaunted her as his conquest. I loved that about him! It’s actually funny how a very extrovertive woman like Vivienne falls in love with a guy who’s the total opposite of her!
I shamelessly admit, that I’m totally addicted to this amazing series. As long as Natasha keeps writing these stories I will buy and read them! I’m so not ready to say good bye to this crazy bunch. They’re all so close and are constantly up in each other’s business. But I wouldn’t want it any other way! After all, the most hilarious laugh out loud moments in This is Love are involving Kerrie, Matthew, Allison and the rest of the crew.
Now all please do yourself a favor and read this fantastic book! I promise you a great story with endearing characters you soon won’t be able to forget. I’m giving this gem of a book 5 well deserved stars.
This Is Love is EXACTLY what I was anticipating for one of my FAVE NM heroines! Vivienne (Vivi) is hilariously inappropriate…and has a huge heart…and I ADORE her, she’s my spirit animal in human form! As for Mark? You know what they say about the strong, silent types? Yeah….multiply THAT by a thousand and you have ALPHA-Markos! Yes, please!!
*sigh* Natasha Madison has pretty much perfected the “make you fall in love, laugh your a@@ off, cause multiple pantie changes, rip your heart out while SHE laughs her a@@ off, but in the end she puts it alllllll back together with a HEA that melts your heart” The banter between besties Vivi and Karrie is absolutely HILARIOUS (you can read her and Matthew’s love story in Something So Perfect…YUM!)!!! And, of course, the on-going hilarity between all the characters is LIFE!!! I LOVE THIS SERIES, but I especially love THIS BOOK!!! I knew Vivienne’s story would be unforgettable, and Ms. Madison nailed it!!! I can’t recommend this one highly enough!!!
I absolutely loved both these characters but I don’t think I’ve ever loved a female character quite as much as I do Vivienne. She had me crying with laughter, when she says she has no filter, she means exactly that. She’s a fantastic character. Writing for a blog about been a serial dater, Vivienne has no plans of ever falling in love or even having a relationship. She’s a one and done kinda girl. She learnt her lesson years ago when she had her heart broken and vowed never to be in that situation again (which I found understandable but also frustrating at times). Until she meets Mark. Mark is everything. If this man doesn’t make you swoon you need to check your pulse because something isn’t right with you. He knows what he wants and that’s Vivienne but are they on the same page? These two have loads of sexual chemistry between them but it was their banter that I loved the most. These two are adorable.
This Is Love was everything I’ve come to expect from Natasha Madison and I couldn’t put my kindle down once I’d started. Highly recommend you give this book a try.
This third installment of the This Is series was engaging, sweet, sexy, and heartfelt from beginning to end.
I loved Vivienne from previous books, but here is where we finally get to know the real woman behind the happy go lucky facade. I believe that most of the people who represent themselves as very strong on the outside are the ones that have wounds so deep on the inside that it takes a really powerful, understanding partner to make them see their worth and how much they deserve love if the allow it to happen. Enter Mark AKA Private Mark. The moment he meets Vivienne he knows she’s it for him. She pushes him away and he pushes right back, is quite the dynamic and chemistry those two have. The question is, will Mark be able to destroy the barriers Vivienne has built?
Mark is the quite goalie for the New York Stingers, he gets alone with his teammates, but for the most part he keeps to himself. He proves to be all Vivienne needs in a man, sweet, gentle, caring, and holy cow that man is a beast in bed! Vivienne, although a bit clueless when it comes to relationships, knows something is changing between the two of them but refuses to admit that. Little by little she’s falling for the goalie. I loved the camaraderie between the team and the group of the girlfriends. But most of all, I just couldn’t get Mark out of my heart and head even days after I read this story. It takes such a secure and loving man to help heal a woman and make her change her mind from not wanting a relationship to finally accepting the beautiful things that one can bring to her life.
Madison just hit the ball out of the park with this one. It has everything a reader needs to fall in love with characters and a perfect storyline, all the feels and a good serving of humor. This is a standalone, but I highly recommend that you read the first two books so you can get to know the rest of the crew. Five well deserved stars!!!
Oh my… yes!!! Natasha Madison is killing it!! I can’t even handle it!! I poured through this book in one day this weekend! This books had every single thing I love about Natasha Madison’s stories… her female characters are strong and Viv was more than strong… she was fiery, relentless, and so passionate. I have been tickled (ok, ok… kind of annoyed as well) by her in the previous books and knew I was going to like her but I adore the woman we get in This is Love. I feel like she gets a bit of vindication in this book. We get really into her mind and heart to understand why she was always a bit outlandish and over the top.
So obviously Viv’s main squeeze needed to be able to hold up next to her voracious personality. Mark is almost Viv’s complete opposite. Mark is reserved. He keeps to himself but he has this hidden intelligence and a kindness about him that really seemed to work with Viv. They both brought out the best in the other. Plus, getting to know Private Mark was a treat! We’ve seen him in other books but he’s always been a bit outside the group. But the humor in This is Love was more than the other books in the series and I was tickled and found a contented smile on my face frequently. The banter, the fun and teasing in their relationship was plain adorable!
Natasha Madison knows just what she’s doing with every story! I just felt so happy reading this. I was worried with Viv’s past and her personality that this book was going to be full of outlandish drama and angst. It wasn’t. Oh, don’t get me wrong, this is Viv’s story so there is some drama but it felt right. Add that “right amount of drama” in with the humor and fun plus that inferno that was consuming them and this book felt perfect. It felt right, just so. I ended the book with a crazy happy heart and a stupid smile on my face!
I received an ARC of this book with the hope that I would leave an Unbiased Opinion. I was not required to leave a review, positive or otherwise, and my opinions are just that… my opinions.
OMG I love this series by Natasha! 5 hockey puck stars for this one!
Meet Mark, PM to his friends, private Mark that is! Goalie for the NY Stingers, and he’s been watching the infamous Vivienne for two years since he gave her his number and she has yet to call him. One day while out, Vivienne runs literally right into him and he invites her to lunch, and from there, their world explodes! Vivi is the best character in the bunch for sure and she will not disappoint you in this one! She doesn’t want a relationship, but will Mark be her downfall? Read along and enjoy their story, Vivi will have you hysterically laughing, and Mark will have you cheering him on! You will get all the feels in this one! Grab this asap!
This Is Love is the third on the ‘Love Is’ series by Natasha Madison. I liked this story a lot, maybe not as much as the previous two but we can’t always love all the books. Vivienne and Markos were great characters, they were pretty perfect together even though Markos was a ‘relationship’ kinda guy and a very private one at that. Vivienne is as you know (if you’ve read the other two books, or the Something series), a wild, take the bull by the horns serial dater. She hooks up, she has her fun and then she’s off. She doesn’t see them again, she doesn’t hug, she doesn’t sleep over and well… you get the picture. She’s completely wrong for Mark, but he fell for her when they first met two years ago. He’s been waiting for his chance ever since and when it happens he’s ready to give it his all.
This is a very hot and steamy story, Markos and Vivenne know how to burn up the sheets and several other surfaces too. Their chemistry is undeniable and off the charts hot, but Vivenne’s persistent vow to not be in a relationship while spending all her time with Markos started to frustrate me a little. She’s a grown woman and should have been aware of what was happening. Still, that’s my only gripe and it all sorted itself in the end.
I feel like I have been waiting on Vivienne’s book forever!! Every since Natasha Madison introduced her as Karrie’s best friend in Something So Perfect, I fell in love with her immediately (she’s my spirit animal) and I wanted her to have her own book so badly!! Ms. Madison certainly saved the best for last and as much as I didn’t want it to end, I am beyond satisfied with the outcome. She did a fantastic job with This Is Love (This Is#3) and without a doubt, it’s the BEST book in this series.
Vivienne is wildly entertaining with her feisty, witty personality and candid attitude, she’s the best friend that everyone woman should have. She’s portrayed as a classy, sophisticated, independent woman who owns her sexuality and I really loved that about her. Sadly, Vivienne experienced major heart break in the past which completely turned her off to the idea of love and relationships. Therefore, she keeps her heart under lock and key.
When I began reading This Is Love, I kept thinking damn it’s going to take one hell of a man to handle Vivienne. Fortunately, the sexy as sin hockey player, Mark was definitely up for the challenge. I truly adored Mark as he was everything with his charming and take charge alpha personality. His sincerity for wanting to be in a relationship with her was endearing and tugged at my heart. Mark is exactly what Vivienne needed. He also brought out the best in her by cracking her guarded heart which allowed her softer and loving side to flourish. These two often times had me in hysterics and lust with their clever antics and scorching sexual chemistry!! The heat factor in This Is Love was extremely stimulating and I was consumed with it as this couple’s kink pulled me in deeper and deeper.
This Is Love is a beautiful romance with tender moments and an addicting, well crafted and humorous storyline. Not only do I highly recommend reading this five star plus book, but I also recommend reading the other two books in the series as you will not want to put them down!!
I devoured this hot and sexy 5 star story. A great addition to the This Is series. Rest assured it can be read as a standalone.
Vivienne has no filter. She’s comfortable with herself and tells it like it is. She’s open and out there except for her work. Mark is very private about his entire life. He’s an hockey player but stays out of the media as much as possible. They are opposites, all except in the bedroom.
This storyline was addicting and highly entertaining. Vivienne is really a funny character that made laugh a few times. Their attraction and chemistry is so hot. Fireworks flew like a Fourth of July. Bottomline this is very sexy and romantic story.
Book 3 in the This Is series but can be read as a standalone. Told in a dual POV with an HEA. I highly recommend this story. The entire series also.
I finished this book a few days ago and it’s taken me a while to put pen to paper because I’m really not sure how to do this story justice, can my mere words explain what this book did to me, well let’s start with this is a book that as soon as you read the first chapter you know it’s something special you know this love story will stay with you forever and it’s a book that will be read and re-read.
This is Vivienne and Mark’s story and oh what tale they have to tell and believe me you do want to join their journey to find love ….
Vivienne doesn’t believe in love and relationships and she is determined to live life having fun and loving and leaving them and Mark on the other hand believes he has meet “the one” when Vivienne crosses his path . So how does this story pan out for this adorable couple well I guess you need to read the book to find that out because I believe you need to dive in with no expectations no preconceived ideas about their journey, this is love story that’s best read first hand.
This story of love and friendships has all the feels you want in a great read and am I sorry it’s the last in this trio of books very much so but this author certainly left the best to last and it certainly deserves more than the 5 Stars I can give it. I loved everything about this book and so will you.
Vivienne was something else in the other books and she clearly didn’t disappoint in her story!! Who would’ve known that Private Mark had it in him. Vivienne doesn’t do relationships and Mark does but still their chemistry was explosive. Mark brought out feelings in her that she didn’t expect and he was the one to finally tame the serial dater. Their banters were funny and there was never not one dull moment reading about these two getting together and all the good times they had together. I love that Mark accepted her with all her independence and no filter and she never tried to change him either. Their epilogues were priceless and beautiful. I love these two and wouldn’t mind more on them. And of course the rest of the crew, lol.
Vivienne and Marks book. Oh boy !! She definitely was so worth waiting for. I absolutely loved reading her story, a wonderful character that made me cry and choke from laughing so much. She is a spitfire with a gorgeous heart. Mark oh boy ! Ms Vivi definitely met her match. A fabulous book, absolute need to read HEA
I’m in love… I’m not sure why but these two made me stupidly happy. The fact that the serial dater aka Vivienne let down her walls (not without a fight) was such a joy to read. Ever since we were introduced to Vivianne I knew she was a force to be reckoned with. She was outspoken, easy-going, smart and knew what she wanted and was not affrid to go after it. Enters Mark who sweps her off her feet without her even realizing it. Their banter had me laughing so hard at time I was crying my eyes out.
Best part of the story was his determination and believe they are meant to be and he wouldn’t let her fears keep them apart.
This series has been amazing from the very first page of This is Crazy. I loved every last word written down and i really need more books that have this group of people in it because they have stolen my heart and don’t want it back!!!
***Review copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads Blog***
Oh my, what a beautiful transformation Vivienne went through! I have always loved her sense of humour, witty comebacks and ability to make everyone laugh or be uncomfortable at any second and this book had more than enough of that! Lmao I absolutely love the fact she has no filter but in a good way! Mark was just yummy and perfect! I loved the way he held himself and was really such a kind, genuine, sexy guy who kept to himself. I think that honestly made him even more attractive to me. He wasn’t over the top but he got his points and feelings across in a sweet and understanding way. The back and forth between these two as they fell in love and tired to fight it was hilarious, sometimes sad and endearing! They were just such a sweet, fun couple! I loved the progression of their relationship and how it ended up! Natasha Madison was right, This Is Love Fabulous story!
This is Love is the most amazing story about Vivienne and Mark! It’s so entertaining, so enjoyable that I couldn’t put it down! Each book in this series just gets better and better and this one is definitely one of my absolute favorites!
I loved Vivienne, especially when with her best friend Karrie. Those two are hilarious when tipsy but also such incredible support for each other. I laughed a lot but I also felt for them as they go through certain moments.
I have to say Mark is the most swoonworthy private man and has such stamina. OMG yes this book had a heat factor so high if I had read this in paperback form the pages may have been on fire. Talk about needing a cold shower.
In all seriousness, the dynamic of the family and friends in this beautiful story is so amazing, you can’t help but want to be part of the madness, it would make life so much fun!!!
A definite must read!
This Is Love by Natasha Madison is all I could ever wish for!
Madison blew me away with Vivienne’s story.
I love how sassy and self assured Vivienne is, although she’s hiding a wound to her heart and soul that goes so deep it’s been years since she’s let anyone past her barriers.
Enter Mark aka Private Mark.
Is he the man to finally see past all her barriers and bring her into his heart?
You seriously find yourself rooting for these two amazing characters.
The whole time you’re reading, you actually feel as though you’re a part of the storyline.
And I love the way Madison weaves in familiar characters, while keeping the storyline fresh and inviting.
5 Huge Stars
I absolutely loved Mark; he was everything rolled into one. He was alpha, he was sweet, he was loyal, he wasn’t a player, he kept his personal life personal, he was handsome, loved his family, and just overall perfect. Vivienne I will say this, I was not her biggest fan in any of the previous books and the first half of this book. The reason being, I always knew she was outgoing and didn’t care what others thought of her but when she was around other people including her closest friends, I felt she amplified her persona as a way to hide herself. It just felt like she was always over the top loud and boisterous like she was putting on a show, so I was glad we got her story and see why I felt this way. I know a lot of people are outgoing, loud, and over the top in real life but I just felt like hers was forced and always way too over the top just as a show. I will say towards the end she did show her true self, she was still outgoing and still had that what you see is what you get attitude but it was much more subdued because she found her happy. I loved these two together, they had amazing chemistry and I feel that Mark was the perfect balance to Viv’s personality. He showed her it was ok to love, to not always be on, to never give up. Viv did win me over some after she let go and realized that she did love Mark and she was ok with that. Overall a great read and I really hope we get a Christos book because he seemed so funny.
I’m completely obsessed with Natasha Madison, ever since I read Something So Right. I also must add I’m completely obsessed with all her Stone related books! This Is Love is an absolute amazing read!
We meet Vivienne in Matthew and Karrie’s book, she’s Karrie’s fun best friend. Through all the books we can count on Vivienne to be the life of the party and always make you laugh. But most people hide behind their fun exterior and Vivienne is no different. Vivienne always speaks her mind and hold nothing back, she really is hard not to love. We find out in the beginning of the book what causes her to refuse to date. She sleeps with a man once then moves on.
Then we have Mark. Mark is the hot as hell goalie for the New York Stingers, and a multimillion dollar businessman. He doesn’t do casual dating and has eyes for only one woman. He’s been waiting two years to get his chance with Vivienne and when he sees his opening he takes it. Mark is absolutely perfect for Vivienne. He doesn’t not cower to her, but at the same time treats her like every woman wants to be treated.
THE MIGHTY HAVE FALLIN! When we read books we always say “I can’t wait to watch him fall” well that is exactly how I felt reading Vivienne’s book. The no strings attached fun loving woman fell and fell hard. Marckos came in and knocked her on her ass and she was never able to get back up. But of course with any Natasha Madison book I could not keep myself from literally laughing out loud at some parts.
Natasha Madison could not have written this book any better. It was absolutely perfect for Vivienne. She also makes sure to bring back our favorites from the other books! All the hockey pucks for Natasha, Vivienne, and Mark!!