Uncontrollable Temptations (The Tempted Series, #3)

One of my GR friends recommended this book. It was a first time read for this author and it was #3 in a series. The description sounded good, so I one clicked. It’s available on KU. I could easily get into a fan girl mode about this book. I really, really liked it. I was worried about jumping into book 3 but had no problems following the book. With that said, I wish I had read the first two because some of the characters are from those books but again I had no problems with starting at #3. This book wasn’t what I expected it to be. It was fresh and new to me and I liked the author’s writing style. The characters sucked me straight in. It is a little on the dark side but oh what a love story. Two broken people thrown together who find they need each other to live a normal life. It has mental illness, death of a child in the past, physical scars and dysfunctional childhoods. I started this book and then I didn’t want to put it down, then I wanted to slow down so I wouldn’t finish it too quick. This book won’t be for everyone but I loved it. I plan on reading #1 and #2, which are more mafia based and I plan on reading #4, which is about another MC member. This book is one that I’ll read again. There is a HEA and there is no cheating once the couple is committed

This is the beginning of Jack and Reina’s story. This book takes you on the wild ride of these two getting together. I loved it. I love Jack and Reina. Just something about these two and their story. Jack is dealing with a lot and Reina is trying to build a new life after what happened to her. They both need something but will each of them be able to give the other person what they need? Some very touching moments in this one. It will definitely keep you engaged and have you wanting to know what is going to happen next. Overall an amazing well written book. Highly recommend reading this one.

A man who suffers a tragedy meets a broken woman and they fix each other & find some kind of happiness. How can you not fall in love with them. Stuck in his darkness Jack “Bulldog” Parrish finds his Sunshine in Reina. I found myself crying at times when you learn about the Bulldog’s tragedy. Janine makes you feel his emotions which are raw & real. Love the MC/Mafia combination of this series.

Wow now that was a really good read. Janine you out did yourself. I don’t think I put my table down for one second. I love Jack’s and Reina’s story. Two lost souls that found each other. I loved that jack was not perfect. Now on to the next book. Can’t wait

Jack “Bulldog” Parrish has suffered great tragedy in his life. It’s made him a hard man with demons he has only just learned how to control. But not without cost. He is a man bent on revenge willing to do anything to take down the man who murdered his brother. Even cozying up to the girlfriend his brother left behind. Jack just didn’t plan on being blinded by the sunshine she brings into his life or the craving he has to keep her for himself.

Reina DeCarlo is lost broken woman with physical and emotional scars. She survived the murder of her boyfriend and the fire that almost took her life. Since then she has just been existing hiding from the world. The pain of her loss and the scars she bares are too much for her to live with. Then one day a sexy biker comes into the diner she works at and he becomes a permanent fixture at the counter. Reina finds herself inexplicably drawn to his presence, surprisingly anticipating his return each night. One day they strike up a conversation after weeks of pleasantries. In that moment, Reina’s life becomes a whirlwind of emotions and self-discovery. The unlikely hero becomes the only man who can save her from her past and help her see a bright future.

Will Jack’s vengeance cost them both the happiness they crave or can he save her from the enemies that seek to destroy everything he holds dear.

Jack and Reina’s story is one of fear and loss, heartbreak and finding yourself after tragedy. This is a couple who had an undeniable connection from their first meeting. They needed each other to heal so they could put their individual demons to rest. Jack makes Reina see her worth and looks passed her physical scars, breaking down her emotional barriers. While Reina adds much needed light to Jack’s darkness. He has suffered terrible loss at the hands of his maker his mind. Being an undiagnosed manic depressive cost Jack his young son and he has never been able to forgive himself. Reina helps him see it wasn’t his fault and he can mourn his son.

The author does a fantastic job of depicting manic depression. Jack has it under control with his medication but sometimes we get a glimpse of the darkness he buries deep. The scene of Reina pulling Jack back from the edge on his son’s birthday broke my heart and had me sobbing till the last words in the chapter. The sexual chemistry for these two was off the charts, their first sexual encounter hard, fast and steamy. I enjoyed the comradery of Jack and his club brothers, a true bond. I also really loved Jack’s relationship with his daughter Lacey.

Along with the emotional issues this couple faces there is danger lurking as Jack tries to avenge his brother’s death. All of it well written and had me on the edge of my seat anticipating what would happen next.

This is the third book in the series but they can all be read as standalone though I recommend reading all of them. It is a unique series, with flawed characters with realistic problems.