Bound for me by Natalie Anderson

Reviewed by Desere

Savannah Nash is tired, emotionally and psychically. She's packed in back-to-back bar shifts and so is more than ready to head home and fall into bed for a good night's sleep.

But for one fleeing moment she let's her guard down and ends up escaping into a moment of passion-fueled fantasy with the sex on legs, six foot muscle packed temptation that is Connor Hughes.

It's his last night in town and it's not like they will see each other again, so no names, no repercussions and no regrets. It's the best night ever, until the truth comes out!

Connor is no other than the very man that lies behind Savannah 's reason for coming to Summerhill. He's the one she wanted to make pay.

Connor knows he should have confessed his true identity to the ' ice princess' sooner but,  instead of being cold as ice she turns out to be hotter than fire, and this discovery leads him to thinking that she's definitely hiding something, but what?

When he discovers that Savannah is in fact on a mission to destroy his company he immediately sets the wheels in motion for a little game of his own, because losing his company, not happening !  The woman hates him but she also wants him and he will use this to his every advantage , but what if it backfires? Who will be bound to who and where does the lines of lust and distrust begin and end. And just who is going to get burned?

The previous reads in this series were phenomenal and I honestly did not think the author could go bigger or better, but you know what she has done just that.  The story of Connor and Savannah was captivating and one of those reads that left me feeling like I never want to come back down to earth.

For a very long time after this read I felt like I was seeing Connor and Savannah everywhere I went. Their attraction for each other was so powerfully depicted in the read, that I felt it in the air for days afterwards.

I adored both Connor and Savannah , strong and determined characters that know what they want and go after it , no matter what, but with that really awesome touch of reality creeping in here and there, letting me as reader know they only try to stay strong and determined , underneath there is a whole lot more going on. And I could not wait for the author to lay it out for me, and of course when it was revealed I was over the moon and even more hooked on this story.

The plot was fast paced and packed with passion and a journey of revenge, romance, heartache surrender.  Great entertaining dialogue and terrific conflict! I am taking away a message of the future is where our heart lies, not the past and certainly not in the material. The trick is to recognize our future when it turns up in our arms instead of trying to steer it in the direction we think it has to go. If you push too hard you could end up losing it all.

I recommend this compelling, remarkable , captivating read for all lovers of romance. An incredible story of revenge meets it's match and walks right into the arms of love.

5/5 star review
" Brought together by lust, bound by love" 

Beg for Me by Natalie Anderson

Reviewed by Desere

We have all made mistakes, sometimes we are able to rectify them but most of the time there is no way out of it and saying sorry is all you can do and hope the person forgives you.  But what if the mistake can only be handled with you having to meet an outrageous proposal from the wronged party?

This is the case for Min Jones, with one click of a button she commits career suicide by mixing up her client's social media account with another. It would of course not be all that bad IF her client only had a few followers, but that is not the case.

So when Logan Hughes summons her for a face to face meeting, and informs her that his supposed engagement announcement will stand , she feels some form of relief, at least her career is not completely over.

But when he hits her with the news that she is to be his fiancee she is bowled over but decides to go with it in order to save her career but Logan will need to play by her rules. Only Logan is no dummy and challenges her right back with a little game of his own.  And so the battle of begging begins and it's an endless game of survival of the fittest.

I ADORED this book from start to finish. The characters were so realistic and vibrant they popped from the pages in a burst of color!

The character of badass always breaking the rules Logan that is simply so hot the man needs a warning label to warn off woman was all kinds of deliciousness. He thinks he can get Min to beg him to take her to bed by plying her with a few clever sexy touches and the second she breaks down and begs him it's game over. But Min is just as good as this game as Logan and the conflict that builds and builds in this read before it finally explodes was absolutely captivating.

I wanted to hit them both and yell go into a room and stay there till you have both begged all you can, but at the same time I wanted the back and forth play to continue because it was so entertaining to read.  The character of Min was truly awesome, I very much enjoyed her spunk and ' I am not going down without a fight " attitude.

Of course I cannot tell you who the first one is to break down and beg, it would ruin the whole book, but I will say this I was completely surprised when the one that breaks down is not the one I expected to break down, which just goes to show how brilliant the author is. She completely bowled me over and at first I was in shock and thinking " I did not see that coming" and then I was totally entranced with wanting to know more behind the character.

And the ending oh my it was so beautiful I felt my heart melt and tears of joy streamed down my cheeks. From both characters I am taking away valuable messages the first being that the fear of the unknown can pretty much take away any chance you have at getting what you want, if you don't try it you will never know what could have been. And wanting to win at everything you do by taking immediate action instead of planning ahead is not always the only way of making something happen, some things require planning and taking the time to learn all the details there is before taking action.

I highly recommend this read for all fans of romance reads that are scorching hot, sensual, sweet and emotional and so sexy it needs a sexy overload warning label ! Natalie Anderson has once again proved she is able to capture her readers hearts and let her characters set up permanent residence, because this is one couple you will never forget ! A remarkable story of a game for supremacy turning into a play for love and happiness.

5/5 star review
" Begging to be bedded is the name of the game, but what happens when the game ends?" 

Bared for Me by Natalie Anderson

Reviewed by Desere 

Danielle Hughes is facing a life altering decision and also one made in the spur of the moment when she walks out of her family home and sets out to make it on her own.

Thinking her bad ass defy everyone brother, Logan, will help her out she learns the hard way that Mr Big Bad Bro ain't prepared to help her one bit, instead he kicks her out of his apartment after one heck of an argument.

Being grown up  enough to know she can somehow make it on her own without her parents or ' I won't help you' brother she stalks off out into the night.

She does not count on her brother's best friend make my knees go weak Rocco St Clare being the one to come after. Danielle has from the first moment she laid eyes on Rocco been head over heals in love with the man, so much so that this virgin is now a spinster for life and no other man will ever get close to the fantasy of being in Rocco's arms. Only Rocco owes Danielle's brother for saving his life when he needed it the most, and every guy will tell you that you don't go sleeping with the guy's baby sister as a thank you.  But when Danielle and Rocco get trapped together for the night Danielle recons it's time to claim the man she wants so badly , all she has to do is get him naked and the rest will be red hot history.

I was head over heals in love with this read and the characters from the start. Danielle 's 'Maybe people will leave me alone if I act like a spoiled brat, yet I don't want to be that kind of girl, because I believe in making it on my own' personality was wonderful and very refreshing from the sometimes found too many times little rich girl wanting to only play type.

Rocco aside from being one of the sexiest men on paper EVER, was such a 'break my heart' character that I truly broke down in tears a number of times for this man and the hurt he bottles up inside. I loved, loved how the author slowly but surly let his past fade in and out of the book to ultimately give me the full look into his past.

From the character of Danielle I am taking away a message that you always need to remember to have courage to fight for what is yours, don't back down. If you've worked for it, you've earned it and letting it go will only make you feel worthless, stand your ground don't ever run away. From the character of Rocco am taking away that once we lose someone or something it does not mean it will happen again. Yes there is the risk but, without taking the risk you'll end up never knowing at all so why not go ahead and find out, you only live once.

I highly recommend this read for anyone and everyone that loves a super hot, sexy romance ! Natalie Anderson gave the read her signature sexier than sin heat levels blended with a super packing a heck of a punch emotion, that will definitely leave you begging for more.

5/5 star review
" To bare his soul, she'll need to bare her body" 

Whose Bed Is It Anyway? by Natalie Anderson

Reviewed by Nas

WHOSE BED IS IT ANYWAY? By author Natalie Anderson is a September 2013 release by Harlequin Kiss series.

James Wolfe was a reluctant hero. He was a hero because he went into devastated areas to save people. But he didn’t enjoy the media spotlight in him.

Caitlin also had run away from media scandal. But James’s twin George had loaned her their condo, thinking James was away on his overseas mission. When James came back unexpectedly, he found Caitlin asleep in his bed and his shirt. Utter chaos arise.

But then James found himself helping Caitlin sightsee New York. He was attracted to her. And couldn’t stop himself from being drawn toward him. But what was he hiding? Why was he not visiting his family?

WHOSE BED IS IT ANYWAY? Is a fun and hilarious journey between two media shy characters. Caitlin is a strong heroine. She is forced down on her luck but she came up fighting. The sensuality and chemistry between Caitlin and James is scorching hot.

 Natalie Anderson writes emotional and sensual romance and this one is not different.

Highly recommended for all lovers of romance.

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Reviewed by Desere

Running away from our problems is something all of us do, not always but face it most of us do on a regular basis, you simply cannot deal with it or don't have the energy to face it at that moment and you think running might somehow let you find the solution.

Completely normal, but for us normal everyday people no one will think it strange, it is simply human reaction, but when it is a celebrity the world somehow sees it as wrong and simply unacceptable and unfortunately for the celebrity it makes is also much more worse as the more you hide out the more attention you get.

And when you run from one scandal straight into another and you once again need to contemplate a plan of action to get away from it all, it is a clear sign that the longer you run the more trouble will chase you.

In this read from Natalie Anderson we meet always keep a bad-girl image so no one will know just how fragile you really are Caitlin, she is running from scandals, lies and the mess that is her life. She finds a hideout and is happy to get the chance to ride out the storm only she is awakened by I-am -all-the-hero-you-need James.

James is furious that instead of getting the rest he has been looking forward to after yet another long heroic save the world trip all he is getting is a hot sexy woman sleeping in his bed! But he soon puts his rage away and brings out the nice guy personality he is known for. He shares his space but it is not long before the chemistry between him and Caitlin soars beyond the stars and the start of a holiday fling gets into full swing. The perfect de-stress relieve they both need, that is until the fling is so much more than just sex and the running starts all over again.

The character of Caitlin was brilliantly written and I adored her, she was one of those very real characters that you can relate to and simply immediately know that the words " I do this too" is very appropriate. Her keeping up this image of bad girl simply because she does not want to be hurt was a really strong and valuable element to her character as it showed that everyone no matter who we are, we all hide behind a façade of lies to ensure we survive the battle that is life.

The character of James was simply put, the perfect guy any woman wants to take home to her parents, instant approval! But no hero is ever perfect, deep down there is always a little something that makes them less of a hero and more human. The author did a terrific job at taking the man of steel and breaking him down to being a man.

The backdrop settings and dialogue were hot, hot, hot sexual heat, emotional bliss and pure sexy flirty fun! Am taking away a message of running from life is never the answer.

We need to face our problems head on, but when we are as fragile as can be it is still acceptable to run however, during your period of running make sure that you look deep into your heart as to what you are running from, when you find the answer you will be surprised at just how lame it seems to be running from it, finding the solution is far easier than you think.

Life knocks you down, get up and make the best of it all while keeping a smile on your face, it will break your enemies and infuriate them for they will never figure out the real you, leaving you a chance to live and have fun without a care!

I highly recommend this read for fans of Natalie Anderson books, a sexually charged, fun and entertaining read with a terrific message for us all on the run.

5/5 star review
"He is the hero she needs, but will he come back to save her" 


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Reviewed by Nancy Crocker

What can I say about this quick read by Natalie Anderson? Thank you, Thank you, and Thank you. I loved it. It has just about all the ingredients I love in a romance story. It was funny, sexy, passionate and heart wrenching.

James Wolfe is a physician returning from a rescue mission, when he finds a beautiful woman in his bed. He mistakes her for a call girl “not a good way to start any relationship”.  I loved the character of James, he pushed himself for years, not feeling worthy of anything after an accident as a teenager. But the passion he shows Caitlin is just breathtaking. I also loved how he stood up for her with her sister. but that is what days without sleep will do to a person. Exhausted he falls face first into a deep sleep.

I truly fell in love with the character of Caitlin Moore. So misunderstood, and used by others. She grew up as a child actor, something she never wanted to be. So she started acting out and drew the kind of attention no one wishes. Now a paparazzi favorite it doesn’t matter to the media if they print the truth or lies. She spends so much of her time hiding with only a couple of really close friends. When she is offered a chance to escape to New York by a close friend she jumps at it. Expecting to be alone until the media dies down, she never expected Sexy James Wolfe to arrive home.

These two were just so much fun. While James did need to grovel a bit, both in the beginning and the end, the exchanges between them kept the book interesting. The passion was really good, barely coming up for air the first go round. I love a romance book that has humor and this one kept me entertained.

I recommend this book to lovers of romance with some humor thrown in.

Favorite lines:

‘You think you’re irresistible?’ He glanced back from the bathroom door, his thumbs hooked into the waistband of his boxers, that wry-but-wicked smile on his lips. ‘I guess we’re about to find out.’

‘You know that only counts as one, right?’

5/5 stars

I received an ARC of this book from the NetGalley and a printed copy from the author in exchange for an honest review.

The Right Mr. Wrong by Natalie Anderson

Reviewed by Nas



THE RIGHT MR. WRONG by USA Today Bestselling Author Natalie Anderson is a June 2013 release.

Victoria did say yes to marry her childhood friend and fiancé all the while fighting her attraction to his best friend Liam. 

Then she meets him years later in Paris. She was a divorcee and well Liam was a man now. Would she be able to fight her attraction to him? And what about Liam? 

Would Liam allow Victoria to deny the attraction between them? 
THE RIGHT MR. WRONG is a spellbinding romance. It is also intensely emotional and highly sensual. 

Highly recommended and well worth reading. 

5/5 star review 



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Reviewed by Nancy Crocker


In The Right Mr. Wrong by Natalie Anderson: You get an interesting view at answering the age old question " Will You Marry Me "with two different outcomes. In the first the answer is yes but the marriage doesn't last. I am writing my review from the second point of view where the answer was NO and will update later.

What happens when you are surrounded by family at Christmas time and your boyfriend gets down on one knee and pops the big question "Will You Marry Me". But you have secretly been lusting after his best friend. Victoria Rutherford is about to disappoint a bunch of people when Oliver asks her that very question. Because she decides to run off with Liam Wilson. But this intense romance soon falls apart after just a few weeks, more or less from a lack of communication. 

Flash forward 5 years and Victoria Rutherford is now Vivi Grace, the "go to" person for world famous designer Gianetta "Gia". She is everything from Gopher to Secretary to Jogging buddy, the list of tasks she does is mind boggling. And no one will get to Gia without first going through Vivi. But Victoria's is about to come face to face with her past, when none other than Liam appears. 

Liam Wilson has struggled to make his business what it is. Working long hard hours , he has accomplished more than most will in a lifetime. Determined he will have a better life as an adult than he had as a child. After leaving with Victoria five years ago, support was cut off from his backers. Feeling he no longer had anything to offer Victoria, just added to the stress of their young relationship. 

What I enjoyed about this book was there was a second chance for both. And they realized their mistakes. I also liked that Liam grew as a person so he did not make the same mistakes he had made in the past. And the special thing he did for Victoria "Vivi" at the end of the story, so very sweet. This was also a learning curve for Victoria, she learned to take care of herself and to stand up to others. Most of all to go after everything she wanted.

The only negative I had was once they came back together do you call her Victoria or Vivi. And I noticed Liam did both. 

Extra bonus: included is The Wedding Dress Diaries by Aimee Carson

4.5/5 stars

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Reviewed by Desere

Every girl dreams about her boyfriend going down on bended knee and asking her the big question, but we all know that sometimes the feeling is not mutual and most woman back out while waiting for the marriage proposal she knows will never come. 

But what if you find yourself in the situation of not wanting the proposal but it comes away and then you are stuck. Do you say yes just because there is a entire room full of people watching or do you say no in order to stay true to yourself?

For Victoria this is the case in this read, her boyfriend Oliver pops the big question and she needs to give a answer. She chooses to say no, for her feelings of happy ever after are overshadowed by her feelings of lust for Oliver's best friend Liam.

She and Liam take off together, but their relationship encounters hurdles that prove too high to overcome and the relationship falls flat. Five years later however Liam is back and Victoria's feelings from before bubble over the top with double the intensity from before. 

Making it work this time around however does not seem possible, but as the saying goes, if you love someone set them free and if it is meant to be you will find yourself back in their arms and never wanting to leave. This message shone through as bright as a glittering diamond in this read and I could not stop myself from reading to see the happiness Liam and Victoria find.

The main characters of Liam and Victoria were both well written and intriguing from start to finish. I loved that Victoria becomes stronger as the years go by. She becomes the type of woman we all want to be, she stands up and fights for what she wants, the author showed that with the right push one can definitely grow and when looking in the mirror you will find there is the person you are truly meant to be. 

Liam was a gorgeous hero, a badboy for sure , as who runs off with his best friends girl and does not get called a badboy. But this made him the kind of hero we all secretly crave. I am sure most woman will agree when faced with the perfect dedicated always secure man to spend your life with vs a badboy that will show you the world even when he has nothing is far more exciting as that is the kind of love every woman wants, the as long as we have each other everything will be fine kind of love, every woman will chose the badboy if she stays true to her heart.

I loved that Liam works so very hard, pushing himself to the limits to ensure his life is better than before. To me it showed him as the badboy at heart but also the hard-working  make it or break it man, that wants to ensure life is fun but also stable, perfect balance.

The backdrop settings and dialogue was sexy and fun, very entertaining. I am recommending this read for lovers of Natalie Anderson books, as the author has once again shown she pours her heart and soul into her stories, giving us the what if's instances that are associated with every day life, whilst keeping the romance and passion scorching hot!

4.5 star review 
"Her head tells her he is Mr. Wrong but her heart tells her he is Mr. Right" 

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The Right Mr Wrong
Natalie Anderson

Review by TashNz
5 Stars

Natalie Anderson's The Right Mr Wrong is exceptional!  The writing is delicious, the originality is first-class and the characters are sensational!  I loved everything about this book right down to the delightful shoes on the cover.  The Right Mr Wrong is a keeper and a definite re-read for me!  

This fantastic book goes where no others have gone before.  It contains two stories that explore what happens when Victoria says, firstly YES to marriage with Oliver and then a second story in which she says NO to marriage with Oliver.  The story starts up 5 years later.  It answers the "what-if" that we've all wondered at some point in our lives.  What if Victoria had said Yes?  What if she had said No?  Does fate step in regardless of what one does?  

Will You Marry Me???

First story Victoria says Yes.  Years later she's divorced and working her fingers to the bone with her calligraphy business.  She meets Liam, the "one" she's always thought about, during her clients wedding preparations.  Liam pursues her and Victoria eventually thinks why not... leaving a message on the back of Liam's place-card: 

One night. Tonight. Everything. Agreed? V.

Liam and Victoria have their one night (and what a night!) but is it enough?

Second story.  Victoria said No.  She was dumped by her family, her fiancee and she travels away with Liam.  It didn't last for various reason and now she's re-branded herself as ViVi, working her self to the bone to get ahead and be the best for her boss, a world renowned Model.  She runs into Liam again after her boss organises a fashion shoot on one of Liam's exquisite super yachts.  Liam pursues her and Vivi gives in and has "one" night (and again WOW what a night).

Two things remains constant in both stories.  Victoria's drive to become successful so she can support herself, her desire to work hard and her love for her family even though they break her heart at the same time.  We watch her grow as a person, work hard selflessly and discover that the person missing out on looking after is herself.  She needs to look after herself.   


The second constant is Liam.  He's one word: Devine! I love Natalie Anderson's heroes, they could walk past me in the street they seem that realistic.  Liam was extremely likable and most attractive in all ways.

I absolutely loved reading this story, it was fast-paced, my interest was held throughout both stories and the writing was fresh and current and I think Natalie Anderson has a real talent for writing as such.  I was dying to get back to it when ever I had to put it down.  I would highly recommend this book to anyone and everyone.

Extra bonus included in the book: Aimee Carson's The Wedding Dress Diaries, the prequel to a fab quartet. 

8  Amazon  8  Amazon UK  8  Harlequin  8  iBooks  8  B&N  8  M&B Au M&B UK  8  BookDep

Breathe For Me by Natalie Anderson

Reviewed by Desere


The expression 'Everything happens for a reason" has always been a favourite of mine but never has it been so perfectly depicted as in the new read from Natalie Anderson.

The read is about Chelsea, after her fiancée being tragically killed in a car accident and she severely injuring her leg, her life tumbles to the ground and she looses her independence. Letting others help her is the one thing she hates most, so she fights her way back to the top, making sure she can and will do things for herself and she does a truly great job at it.

She doesn't count on ending up in the arms of don't-deny-your-attraction-to-me-or-I'll-have-to-prove-it Xander. Soon there is a blazing hot passionate affair between them but this is only sex to the both of them, Xander lives for fun and fun only, and Chelsea does not need some hunky do me every-way  everywhere you want  lifeguard to save her, she does things on her own or not at all.

The character of Chelsea was for me as reader was one that showed courage and strength in fighting to get her life back on track, a strong heroine is always remarkable, but at the same time this heroine was something else.  She goes from strong and independent to a complete helpless mess and back to her ready to fight mode and yes back again to complete mess.

This might sound like a see -saw character that no doubt will turn you off , but the reasoning behind her actions were so stunningly depicted and explained by the author and it brought me the understanding I needed into her fears, the more I read the more evolved and remarkable she became.

The character of Xander was a true hero, not the usual kind a woman dreams of, more the 'I will only be using this sex on legs for a good time' kind. He is hot with a capital H and is guaranteed to bring every female reader to her knees.

But at the same time he is the understanding kind, the man is able to draw out pleasure and at the same time he is able to tell what Chelsea needs on a emotional level. That is not something we always see in romance reads, as it goes from meeting each other to the hot sex and then the I love you's comes, with no real depth into the in between and the what he or she is able to do for each other. The fact that author let him be so in tune with Chelsea and her emotions, slowly but surely drawing her out from her shell made him the perfect bad-boy hero, and gave me as reader the true level of depth for this read that most reads completely miss.

The backdrop settings were fun and exciting, but mainly very wild and oh so very sexy! From the very wild and controlling 'office sex' scene to the anger overload aquarium scene the entire read was filled with wild, crazy, hot unbridled passion.

The author packed so much emotion behind the sex that it brought tears to my eyes it was truly as if I could feel not only the very raw heat between Xander and Chelsea but I could almost touch the emotions of joy, anger, fear, lust and pain.

The dialogue was flirty and extremely sexy, you will be squirming in your seat when you hear the things Xander says to Chelsea, and I am willing to bet there isn't a woman alive that would be able to resist. But  the author also gave it her all on the emotional front.

She took the characters dialogue from flirting to wild in seconds and to kind and caring in a heartbeat. Yes a few curse words were used here and there, but not to the point of overuse or to the point where the curses were killing off the romance element of the read completely.

No more to the point of it being real life depicted, as in certain relationship moments today's couples do actually get to the f@#% you point in their conversations  This to me as reader showed that the author really created remarkable characters that were realistic and that many readers can connect to. Fantastic work Natalie.

Now if your thinking that because of the high level of sexual content in this read as I mentioned that this is another 50 shades erotica you would be very wrong,  the difference lies in what the author has done with her characters, giving us a stronger more believable hero and heroine, a better and more powerful message and a more in depth look into the characters, their emotions and ultimately what can save them.


I highly recommend this read for lovers of realistic romance with a sexual content that is pushed from vanilla sex to vanilla with sensory overload of drizzled strawberry syrup topped with whipped cream and covered with a blanket of true soul-mate found love.

I am very much looking forward to the other three books in this series, as the author let me in on the friends of Xander and I can tell that we are in for one heck of a ride with these boys. I fully anticipate this series to hit the best sellers list.

The message am taking away from this read is that sometimes you need help and letting others breathe for you will allow you the become stronger that you have ever been before.

5/5 star review
"Learning how to breathe by giving the kiss of life" 

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Reviewed by Nancy Crocker

Breathe For Me by Natalie Anderson

Still recovering from a devastating car accident, which took the life of her finance Tom. Chelsea doesn't want to feel that kind of pain and lost ever again. She is just starting to get her life back on track, by moving to New York City for a few months while doing an internship and working on a post-grad qualification. But she is finding it extremely difficult to not give in to temptation. 

Xander Lawson is the "lets have fun only type of guy". He is loyal, has great friends, self made, flirty, loves to lend a hand, rescues damsels when needed. But when it comes to love, he wants no part of it. Not after the life he and his mother suffered at the hands of his father. He can rock your world in bed and even up against the wall, but don't make the mistake of falling in love, because that is when he checks out.

From the moment Chelsea Greene and Xander Lawson meet you can almost feel the sizzling attraction. Just one touch from the very witty and sinfully attractive Xander, has Chelsea feeling things she hasn't felt for almost two years. Once these two agree to have sex it is with the understanding, that this is all it will ever be for both of them ... Or I'll it ? This is one VERY Intense and passionate read. The scenes were extremely HOT. I also loved Xander's humor in this book, there were quite a few chuckles. I found it very hard to set this book down, until I was finished. 

This was the first book by Natalie Anderson for me, but I look forward to reading many more in the future. I can't wait to read Logan Hughes story in Beg For Me!

5/5 stars

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Reviewed by Maria

I haven't read such a hot read in a while.  It really made me sit up.

At the core, it's a love story.  Chelsea was maimed in an accident which took her fiance's life.  She was left with a damaged leg and her life was interrupted.  She's now living in New York City and trying to make it in life without the cushion of parental protectiveness.  Xander Lawson was a child from a broken home.  His father was violent and controlling.  He has become something in life, owning an engineering degree and a security company.  But deep inside, he's hurting.

It's said that when two people are destined for each other, they recognize each other, even if they don't really realize it at the time.  Xander and Chelsea embark on a sexual relationship.  Neither of them wants anything long term and permanent but they both want the kind of emotional release which they seem to be able to get only with each other.  As they explore the depths of intimacy and sexuality, the unthinkable happens.  They fall in love.

Natalie Anderson writes deep, sexy, passionate prose.  She literally takes the reader by the hand and boldly goes where other writers don't.  Short of being in bed with Xander and Chelsea, I couldn't have gotten in any deeper.  Arousing?  Yeah, very much so.

Therein lies the problem.  How do you  go back to washing the dishes and cooking dinner having explored the depths of fantasy with Xander and Chelsea?

This couple get so intimate that they feel each others' pain.  The healing can begin when they literally go over that edge - going that extra mile with each other on the road to recovery and self discovery.

It's a human, sexually vivid story.

It's a very precious story.

So I would hate for someone to misread it and classify it as a 'dirty book'.

For mature readers only.

It explored levels of commitment and possessiveness that had me sitting up and taking notice. And it was that closeness, that intimacy, that moved me much more than the sexploration, the sex play and the role playing.  Heck, being a fly on the wall is NOT much fun.

It also made me want to grab hold of my significant other.  And get down and dirty.

Kudos to Natalie Anderson for her courage in writing a book like this.  Any fault?  Well, I don't fancy sharing my private world with the greater world out there -  I wasn't sure if Chelsea would either.

As a certain Irishman used to say, books are neither bad nor good.  Books are well written or badly written, that is all.

This was well written.  Very much so.

4.5/5


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Reviewed by Nas
BREATHE FOR ME by USA Today Bestselling Author Natalie Anderson is an April 2013 release.

Chelsea Greene was caught with the elevator not working during a fire alarm in her building. And she was in a bikini as she was on the roof top pool when the alarm sounded.

So when Xander Lawson swung her in his arms and carried her down, she didn’t really want to let go! But what was she hiding behind the hurt in her eyes? Was she ready to let go of the past to move into the future?

Xander had his own demons. He didn’t really want any commitments. He wasn’t ready, would he ever be?

BREATHE FOR ME is a sensual romance which would bring tears at it’s emotional intensity. It also has off the charts sexual chemistry between Xander and Chelsea. This is a story about recovering from past guilt and grief and moving forward. The premise was wonderful and story moved along very fast. Natalie Anderson has once again penned a superb, engrossing and fascinating romance which kept me hooked from the first page.

I loved this story and highly recommend it.

My rating 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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Reviewed by TashNz

An intensely powerful, captivating and gripping story about Xander and Chelsea who meet during a fire alarm in their apartment building.  Chelsea is slower than everyone else and suddenly "Superman" appears and carries her down many flights of stairs.  It's the start of something amazing that both of them promise each other they wont analyse and it is what it is for as long as it lasts with NO strings!

Chelsea's story is wonderfully crafted, unique and so heartbreaking that I was completely engrossed in the story, hoping she would get her happy every after.  Xander is to die for! He has it all - looks - brains - money and while he is damaged in his own way he really is a super hero for Chelsea in so many ways.

The heat level in this book is insanely hot, Natalie does warn us she's ramped it up but I'm pleased to say that her usual humour she has used in past books has shone thru as well.  Another thing Natalie does that gets a massive tick from me is she gives her heroes sexy, strong and masculine names.  Chapter Three introduces us to Hunter, Logan and Rocco.


...She walked, lifting her chin with resolve, giving the doorman a quick smile of thanks before looking out to the street— and stopped so suddenly the person behind almost barged into her.... too dazzled by the sight running past on the other side of the road. Four of them running along the opposite sidewalk, looking like a Nike ad. All of them athletic gods in shorts and tees. Hell, one was without the tee. It was— “Oh my,” she couldn’t contain herself.

It had me dreaming/hoping/wishing that Hunter, Logan and Rocco all get their own stories too... it was a fist-pump moment when I found out the answer was YES!!!

Breathe for Me is intense in many ways, Xander and Chelsea's chemistry, Chelsea's background, Xander's pursuit of Chelsea, I just couldn't put this down and I can.not.wait for Logan's story.  I liked that Hunter, Logan and Rocco feature heavily thru out the story and I loved the humor interspersed thru the characters dialoge. Another thing I really liked about the story is that there was actually a story, there was substance, which is lacking from so many stories out there today where the heat level is higher than boiling point.

Totally couldn't put this down once I started, I would highly recommend for any Natalie Anderson fan, for anyone who is looking for substance to match an off the Richter Scale heat level and for anyone who loves connected books and for anyone who still dreams of being rescued by Superman!

Blame it on the Bikini by Natalie Anderson

Reviewed by Desere


Sexy, romantic, heart warming and just plain crazy fun! The book was fabulous and I loved every minute of it. With modern technology today anything is possible and yes we all make mistakes.

But imagine that mistake is sending a picture of yourself in a very, very tiny bikini to your best friend's brother  instead of to her! Ladies, I am sure your all going to agree that some girls might take that in stride laugh it off and move on or even decide to throw caution to the wind and go with the flow.

The character Mya from this book did both. First by ignoring the sexy and very temping comments and not to mention hot as hell kisses from the sexy to die for Brad, or at least she tried to, and blowing him off by letting him know it was simply a mistake.

And then deciding to let it all go even if it is just for one night, reason being as you can guess, Brad is a player through and through and no woman has ever managed to crack his shell, or gotten him to spend the whole night for that matter.

The characters of Mya and Brad both had certain emotional issues that gave the book the heart felt emotion I as reader have come to love from books by this author. But they both also had lots and lots of humour which created some truly funny moments that had me laughing out loud and thinking "Can this book get any better?"

And my oh my did it get better with a bang! The author gave it all in this one, there was moments of humour, fun, laughter, deliciously hot sex scenes and pure romance at it's best.

I simply adored how Brad wanted to give all his strength and support to Mya to help her achieve her goals. The man was as entertaining as he was sweet and of course really hot!

I also very much liked how Mya pointed Brad's faults out to him, making no secret of her opinions of the man. The author not only let the two characters compliment each other so very well but let them both discover that they are really good for each other on so much more than a pure sexual level. Of course the real kicker was if they would both accept the gift of love or simply move on.

For me as reader the book really did have everything I love to walk away with after reading a contemporary romance. It had the emotion, the romance, the passion, the secrets and the deeper meaning message of letting go and realizing the person who loves you will stand by you, support you and always be there for you, if you give them the chance. Added bonus of course was definitely the crazy fun humour dialogue!

I loved how the author let the "relationship" play out and blossom much like a rose going from simply a seed to a magnificent flower.

I recommend this read for every one out there. It is the perfect read to cheer you up and have you laughing so hard your eyes will just as mine had tear up, not to mention the really gorgeous message the author conveyed to me as reader.

Really excellent work Natalie, please keep them coming!

5/5 star review
"As hot as he is in the courtroom he is even hotter in the bedroom"

Flirting to Win Trilogy by Natalie Anderson

Reviewed by Desere


If your looking for that one special author that will manage to not only amaze you with stories of exquisite passion and fabulous locations,but also will transport you to a whole new world Natalie Anderson is your gal!

In the Flirting to Win trilogy we see stories of three very amazing couples. From the scorching passion of old love reignited in Gamble in Gold to a fiery new love in Seduction in Silver to the a very tantelizing situation in Bargain in Bronze.

I utterly adored every single one of these three fabulous stories. I was swept away to a world of romance,intrigue,passion and unbelievable characters.

The author surprised me with every turn of the page,I hung onto every word. One of the most powerful trilogies I have read in a long time. The stories were fun and sexy. The author truly outdid herself on this one. And I very strongly urge all fans of romance to read this one. It is the perfect escape after a long week.

My Rating : 5/5 star

I received this trilogy as a free gift from the author in exchange for a honest review

Bargain In Bronze by Natalie Anderson

Reviewed by Nas

Bargain in Bronze (Flirting to Win)

BARGAIN IN BRONZE by author Natalie Anderson is an Entangled Publishing release for August 2012.

Libby Harris was just making muesli for an Olympic trainee, but his brother mistook her for Tom's girlfriend. Jack Barnes was just being protective of his younger brother. But he couldn't deny the sizzling awareness he felt for Libby. But what type of a brother would make a move on his younger brother's girl?

Then he asked Libby if she was interested in his brother and hearing her deny any involvement, Jack makes his move.

Libby was not ready for any long term commitment anyway. Could she just take her fun and walk away?

And will Jack let her walk away after their sizzling encounters?

BARGAIN IN BRONZE is written with warmth, compassion and charm. It is another sensational story from the superb pen of Natalie Anderson.

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Waking Up In The Wrong Bed by Natalie Anderson

Reviewed by Nas

WAKING UP IN THE WRONG BED by author Natalie Anderson is a Mills & Boon Riva June 2012 and Harlequin Presents release.

The night Ellie Summers decide to take up on her colleague’s numerous offers to spend the night with him, she accidently ends up in a gorgeous stranger’s bed. After a full nights hot loving, she wakes up in her partner’s arms, and realizes she doesn’t really recognize his voice. On checking, she finds that she spent the night in the wrong bed!

Ruben Theroux had enjoyed his unexpected nocturnal visitor and he wasn’t about to let her go. As he said, he was single and so was she. Where was the harm in continuing the alliance? But Ellie insisted on being friends only as she didn’t want to complicate their excellent comradeship all the while ignoring the underlying chemistry between them. Can the sizzling magnetism between them be overlooked and ignored?

WAKING UP IN THE WRONG BED is a fast paced romantic tale which takes a reader deep into both the characters’ psyche to discover why they are against love and commitment. It is a hilarious journey as the dialogue is humorous and enjoyable. Ellie is strong in her convictions but yields to Rueben as she is so attracted to him.

Rueben never misses a chance to try and seduce her all the while pretending to be friends only. So there is a steamy long distance phone scene which is quite emotional at the end as they are so far from each other.

  Natalie Anderson has written a fun, engrossing and fast paced story. The emotional and sensory details are exquisitely done. WAKING UP IN THE WRONG BED has strong characters, snappy dialogue, and tender, sweet and exciting moments which will keep a reader riveted from the first page.

4.5 out of 5 stars.

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First Time Lucky by Natalie Anderson

Review by Nas

FIRST TIME LUCKY by USA Bestselling author Natalie Anderson is by Harlequin Presents.

Roxie sacrificed her teenage years to look after her elderly grandparents. Now that both have passed on, she was free and intended to stay that way! Her mother didn’t want to be tied down so she had left Roxie just after giving birth and had left to be free. Her grandparents kept her and now that she had done her duty by them, she herself was free.. Now that she was in her twenties, she intended to travel and enjoy her life.

But meeting her new tenant Dr. Gabe Hollingworth, she feels frissons of sexual tension and for the first time feels compelled by a man and his masculine attraction. And she intended to act on it. She gets to work on Gabe, not knowing that the attraction is reciprocated by him. He is not that immune which he pretends to be. But when he finds that she is a virgin, he keeps away from her. What will happen now? Will Roxie manage to get Gabe? And what of her travel plans?

FIRST TIME LUCKY is a hot, steamy and sensual romance. Natalie Anderson can be relied upon to deliver an emotionally charged, compelling and captivating romance that will keep a reader engrossed from the first page. Roxie is an innocent yet a strong and sensual heroine and Gabe is a gorgeous hero who turns out to be a sensitive and honorable guy you’ll fall in love with!

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Nice Girls Finish Last by Natalie Anderson

Review by Nas

NICE GIRLS FINISH LAST by author Natalie Anderson is a Mills and Boon Modern, Harlequin Presents and Mills and Boon Australia Sexy release for January 2012.

Lena was the PR person for the country’s hottest rugby team and Seth Walker needed a favor from her. He wanted his charity team of disadvantaged teens to train with Lena’s professional rugby team.

But he had started off on a wrong foot with her by kissing her. And then spending the night with her! Dare he ask for the favor now? What would Lena think? Did he sleep with her for the favor? Their chemistry was such that they quickly overcame this misunderstanding and embarked on a no strings- in Lena’s words, ‘…a string of one nights only’ affair.

Would their chemistry burn out by this short term affair? Or are they in for the long haul?

Without realizing Seth Walker falls in love with Lena and she had already broken off with him for fear of being in too deep! But what will happen when Seth comes to know of Lena’s deep, dark secret? Will he forgive her?

NICE GIRLS FINISH LAST has strong characters and snappy dialogue. It also has tender, sweet and sensually exciting moments. It’s a gripping story of past secrets, second chances and learning to trust and love again.  Author Natalie Anderson’s romances are always fast paced and emotionally satisfying, and this one is no exception!

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Melt by Natalie Anderson

Review by Nas

MELT by Natalie Anderson is a December 2011 release from Entangled Publishing.

To escape family during holidays, Hunter Wilson goes to Antarctica to work. He’s looking forward to isolation intimacy is the last thing on his list. Then he meets Emma Reed, who is headed there as well to work on an art project. Hunter flirts with Emma outrageously but steps back from getting too serious. Still he can’t deny the spark he feels for her. He is determined to show Emma what they can do to have fun in a place where night has no meaning.

Emma can also feel her frozen heart thaw after a lifelong of broken trusts and relationships. Will she take what Hunter offered? Will their hearts melt in this frozen place?

MELT is a story which has a strong conflict and sizzling sexual tension. The characters are smart and sharp-witted and match up perfectly. I can’t actually point out the difference in Natalie Anderson’s other titles although there is a subtle variation in that the hero is alpha yet he flirts and is a funny loveable character who is not serious all the time! It was a pleasure to meet Hunter and go with him on his journey to discover love. And Emma was witty and charming. This was a fun read and the ending was simply excellent!

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