Rejection and I have an understanding: I don’t put myself out there and it doesn’t screw with my life any more.I keep my feelings hidden, and my heart locked away. It was working well until he came along and threatened my impenetrable armor, one honeyed word at a time.With his clean cut looks, and southern manners, I’m convinced he’s not my type. Until I learn Trevor isn’t the same gentleman in … gentleman in the bedroom as he is in the boardroom.
But once he learns my secrets, and my carefully constructed facade starts to crumble, it’s my turn to do the rejecting.
I only hope he doesn’t listen.
*** Without Regret is a standalone romance for mature audiences due to steamy bedroom scenes that are in no way contained to just the bedroom.***
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Without Regret Written By Aubrey Bondurant
5 Stars
“I had no intention of ever uttering the L-word to a living person—it was reserved for my wine, chocolate, and shoes—“
This book was so hard to put down and adult. It captured so many life struggles and dreams…trust, blackmail, secrets, regret, self worth, friendship, loyalty, humor, hope and second chances.
You can’t help falling in love with these characters. Some you are rooting for and others you want to see karma kick into action. I wasn’t sure until the very end how all the pieces were going to fit together. I was anxious to understand what made Emma fear happiness. Hopeful that Trevor could break down her walls.
“The less people who got in, the less likely I’d have to deal with being disappointed when they let me down.”
Without Regret is the second book in the Without Series by Aubrey Bondurant. I have read several books by this author and think this is my favorite one yet.
The reasons I loved this book are just too many to count. I’m a sucker for the Texas drawl and I’m so thankful to live in Texas and get to hear it daily. I got goosebumps imagining Trevor and his sexy drawl.
Emma is a strong but vulnerable woman and she just got to me. She may not realize it but her situation growing up could have been worse. I have some strong feelings but can’t get into it since it could be a spoiler.
The dogs are amazing and though I love larger beasts Trevor’ s dog was just a little too big for me but I could just imagine how loveable he was.
I really hope there is a third installment and I have my heart set on a couple, but sure it will happen or not.
Without Regret by Aubrey Bondurant
Without Regret by Aubrey Bondurant is the 2nd book in the Without Series, although each book can be read as a stand-alone. I had not read the first book, Without Apology, and did not feel as though I was missing any information.
Without Regret is a romantic office comedy, set in Texas, with awesome characters who you can’t help but fall in love with. Our main characters are Emma and Trevor whose chemistry is off the charts HOT. Sassy Brit Emma is witty, she’s gorgeous and damn good at her job, however, a troubled past has put her off having a relationship. Enter Trevor, the new guy at work. Trevor is instantly smitten and is willing to do everything possible to break down the massive barriers around Emma’s heart. Trevor is one of lifes good guys. He’s clean cut and wears a suit, whereas Emma likes tattooed bad boys and she does not go for guys in suits.
Can Trevor break down the walls around Emma’s heart? Is Trevor really the clean cut, suit that he initially seems? Can Emma continue to deny the sizzling chemistry between her and Trevor?
I really loved this story. Emma and Trevor are fantastic characters. Added to this, the side characters of Simon and Peyton add so much to the story. So much so that I really must go back and read book 1 in this series, Without Apology, which is Simon and Peyton’s story.
As with other Aubrey Bondurant stories, this one is right up my alley. It is WITHOUT REGRET that I am able to review it as a 5 star read.
Let’s get my girl crush out of the way. The author writes books that I love to read and have never been let down by any of her stories. She is absolutely a one click author for me.
Emma is a no-nonsense woman who has a work ethic that is enviable, a past that she doesn’t talk about and is independent and comfortable with who she is. Trevor is a Texan with a desire to prove himself in business, an MBA from Harvard and a gym rat body with a gentlemanly personality. Emma and Trevor together – aye karumba they are hot.
WITHOUT REGRET is an easy read from beginning to end. While this is Book 2 in the Without Series, it can absolutely be read as a stand-alone but really – why wouldn’t you read ALL of her books. The characters are well developed, the story is well plotted, the big drooling dogs are awesome and the romance is swoon worthy. From beginning to end, I enjoyed this entire book.
I absolutely recommend this story, this series and (of course) with author.
Without Regret by Aubrey Bondurant is the second book in her Without Series. This book can be read as a stand-alone although is better read in order as you are introduced to Emma in book one.
Emma has closed herself off from the world. Used to rejection she has built up her walls to all around. And then she meets Trevor. He crashes easily through her carefully constructed walls, whether she wants him to or not.
Still determined to keep her feelings hidden Emma fights to keep Trevor at arms length. But when he starts to break through she can’t help but crumble. And then he finds out her secrets.
Will Trevor be the one to stay and fight for her? Or will he become yet another rejection?
I really enjoyed reading this book. I found that Emma’s story really tugged at the heartstrings. Beneath her tough exterior all she really wanted was for someone to want her. The characters were well written and the story constructed well. This series is definitely worth reading.
5 Stars
Without Regret is the second book in the Without series by Aubrey Bondurant. I was really looking forward to this book after reading “Without Apology” (Book #1)- and couldn’t wait to dive in as soon as I had a few hours spare. I loved Emma in the first book and couldn’t wait to find out all about her. Her story is a wonderful office romance- with a sexy storyline full of funny banter, witty quips, sizzling chemistry, emotion, and some drama. I am happy to report that this book is every bit as good as the first, in fact this is my favourite, so far.
Emma Brown didn’t have an easy life growing up, but never the less has managed to land on her feet, finding a job that she loves, for a boss who has become one of her few close friends. She comes across as stand-offish and doesn’t ‘mince’ words. But her ‘prickly’ demeanour is just her way of keeping people at arm’s length- the less people she lets ‘in’ the less chance she has of being hurt or dealing with yet more disappointments in her life. As her boss Simon settles into his life in Dallas, after meeting the love of his life while there on the last project(Without Apology Book #1), he is now less inclined to do all the travelling that his job requires- so he looks at hiring someone who would work on all those projects that would entail travelling away for long periods of time. Simon thinks he may have found the perfect person for the job. When he arrives at the office for the first time, Emma is surprised, in more ways than one. There is something about him that draws her to him- and that leaves her a little unsettled and confused. She doesn’t date ‘suits’, and is very wary of relationships, especially with a colleague. But as they spend more time together, working closely, the magnetic attraction they share soon becomes overwhelming. Will they give in to their desire? What happens if they do and their secret ‘office affair’ becomes public knowledge? Will Trevor teach her to trust again? Can she learn to love, without regret?
As I mentioned in my previous review, these characters are superb- really well developed interesting and very likeable- including the secondary characters. Well, except for Tom, who I disliked intensely in the first book and then throughout this story too. The story is sexy and incredibly HOT! There were emotional, heart-wrenching moments that made me feel for the characters- as well as tender, touching, sweet, romantic scenes that warmed my heart. There is something here for all romance lovers, dive in- you won’t regret it! I wonder what Ms. Bondurant has in store for us next?
Thank you, Ms. Bondurant!
Without Regret
By Aubrey Bondurant
5 stars
I knew I wanted this book as soon as I finished book 1 in this series, not because it finished on a cliff-hanger but because I was kind of desperate to find out more about Emma. She was such a strong character and I felt like I just wanted to know more about her. As always I was captivated by Ms Bondurant’s writing, her stories really are such a pleasure to read. They flow well, the pace is always great, her characters are well thought out and I just have to pick up every new release she brings out.
Without Regret can be read as a standalone but I would highly recommend reading Without Apology also.
Emma and Trevor were just brilliant in this book! I loved Emma with her continued feistiness and Trevor was just a pleasure to read about! The way he took the time to really get to know Emma and understand everything that she had been through – he was just swoon-worthy!! I thought they had great chemistry; it was particularly hot at times!
Overall another fantastic 5 star read from this incredibly talented author – as always I eagerly anticipate whatever Aubrey Bondurant brings out next!
This is the second book in this series but can be read as a stand alone but I highly suggest reading the first book where you get to meet Emma and who she is. I enjoyed this book just as much if not more then the first one. The characters are connectable and lovable. Emma and Trevor have such chemistry you don’t want to miss them. Emma is a really strong character and finds herself missing something and Trevor just might be it but you will have to read to find out. Highly recommend reading!
Without Regret (Without Series Book 2)
By: Aubrey Bondurant
5 out of 5 stars
The story Without Regret (Without Series Book 2) by Aubrey Bondurant is a wonderful romantic comedy that I loved reading. It is one of those books that has a wonderful storyline and amazing characters. One of those characters is Trevor. He is a man that is determined to follow his own path in the world. He is handsome, charming, and is not used to having a hard time catching the attention of a woman. That all changes when he meets her. She is a woman that doesn’t do relationships. No attachments, no feelings, and no nice guys. Then she meets Trevor. That these two are attracted to each other from the first time they meet is undeniable. The chemistry between them is off the charts. There is plenty of playful bantering between them. There are also steamy scenes that will have the temperature in the room quickly rising. What happens when a relationship that was to just be casual turns into something more? She has issues of trust. Can Trevor make her understand the way he truly feels about her and to trust him? Is there any chance that these two will get an HEA? This story has characters that are brought forward from the first book as well as introducing others that I enjoyed reading about. There are scenes that will touch your heart and I couldn’t help but feel empathy for how the woman who is falling for Trevor had been treated in the past. I have loved the first two books in this series and hope that there is a third story. Don’t miss out on a story that has plenty of romance and will also have you smiling while reading.