Breaking Spades
(Hamden #4)
Synopsis:
Cecille “CeCe” Cervetti lives her life by one rule: Never let a man control her heart, ever again.
CeCe has built a life to be proud of--she’s successful in business, and in lust. Men are her playground, to take from, and use to her body’s content. They can only have what she is willing to give, so don't try asking for more.
When an unknown stalker raises the stakes, ripping away her hard won control,
CeCe reluctantly seeks help from the first, and last, man she gave her heart to
before he vanished from her life--Jarod Gates.
As they struggle to unmask the stalker, CeCe and Jarod learn of each other’s
scarred pasts—scars that made them who they are today. But when her body
screams for Jarod’s touch, can CeCe manage to keep her control? Or will Jarod
make her question the one rule she’s built her life on?
Review:
4.5 Stars
Hamden definitely has
a new hottie!!! *fans self* Hello, Jarod!!!
Breaking Spades
is the fourth installment in The Hamden Series. Please consider reading the
books in order. All the characters from the first three books are very much
present in this one.
I was so excited when I found out CeCe was getting her own
book, and the fact that it would be about a second chance romance, sealed the
deal for me. I was beyond ready to read this. When her character was introduced
in Dylan’s book, Three of Spades, I
knew there was so much more to her. W. Ferraro did not let me down. This book
kept me hooked from beginning to end!
After that prologue, I was not a fan of Jarod’s. I felt as if he had broken my heart. I
felt so humiliated and hurt, right along with CeCe. That little bar scene? OMG!
I felt SO bad for her. He was downright mean.
Of course, I knew or rather, hoped
there was a reasonable explanation for his behavior. And while eventually I did understand why, I felt like CeCe was right for making him work for it later
on. I felt like he did deserve her
attitude and cold shoulder...to a certain point. Because let’s face it, the guy
was yummy and did have her best interest at heart. Slowly but surely, my
opinion towards Jarod changed drastically. I
was a goner.
“I need you to know I’m not the selfish man
you think I am.”
CeCe, a now successful store owner, had built a very high
and strong wall around her heart. The same heart she had given to Jarod Gates many
years ago and he had stomped all over. Because of Jarod, she never really gave
any man a serious shot at a steady relationship. She used her smart-ass remarks
and stubborn attitude to hide from the world the fact she was still, years
later, hurting and very much in love with Jarod. Not that would EVER admit it.
An unfortunate situation brings Jarod and CeCe face-to-face
after years without seeing each other. You see, CeCe had a stalker and things
kept getting worse as the days passed. Dylan, being the ever-loving wonderful
man that he was, hired Jarod to protect CeCe. Right off the bat, I felt their
chemistry and sexual tension. It was clear as day they were madly in love. I
mean, you would not “hate” a person that much if you didn’t really love them.
And that’s how it was between them. Their banter was hilarious!!! They got on
each other’s nerves SO easily and drove each other nuts. Again, another clear sign of how much they
needed to be together.
“I don’t like him with you!”
“And why the fuck not?”
“Because he isn’t me!”
No matter how hard Jarod tried, CeCe would not have it. She
was now dating someone else. She was ‘happy’ and Jarod would not ruin her
chance at true love. Ha!!!! Little did she know, she was running her own chances. But luckily, Jarod was persistent.
He was not letting her go without a fight. He was not about to lose her all
over again.
“I love you more than any man has loved any
woman. My heart beats your name. My lungs take in oxygen for the soul purpose of
loving.”
OMG!! Do you see???? That. Man. He won MY heart right over
without ANY hesitation. *Swoon!* Oh, and the sex between them?! Wowza!!! Talk about hot scenes!!!! **Fireworks!!!**
Well anyway, things got more complicate by the chapter.
CeCe’s stalker was very smart and knew what to do to NOT get caught. The
stalker kept getting closer and closer to CeCe and it seemed no one knew how to
put an end to it. Not even Jarod and not for the lack of trying. Once the
suspenseful side of this book calmed down, Jarod and CeCe were able to really
give things a go, for real this time. I was so happy to see them FINALLY be
completely honest about their feelings. It was as if I was able to breathe
again because let me tell you, that CeCe sure was STUBBORN. But honestly,
everything that happened, needed to happen for them to realize what they
really meant to each other.
That….. Ending……… Aaaaaaaaahhhh!!! I LOVED IT SO MUCH!!! It
confirmed how truly amazing Jarod was and how much he loved his CeCe!!!
Seriously, go read this book! Go fall in love with Jarod Gates! I highly
recommend you do!
“It has always been you, it will only ever be
you.”
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Hamden Series:
Three of Hearts
(Hamden #1)
Synopsis: Mae Turney is searching for the type of life and happiness she has never known but has only dreamed about. She's fortunate enough to find a great opportunity to live in an exterior apartment of a beautiful lake house in a small town in Vermont. When she realizes the apartment and scenery are not the only gorgeous appeal but the home owner, Seth Finn, is as well, she puts it all on the line for the chance at love. When she becomes comfortable and confident in her own skin and sexuality, Mae realizes that this place and this man is exactly what she came looking for. Knowing Seth and his three children are as special as they come, Mae bets the house, and prays she and her gamble are enough.
Purchase:
Kindle | Nook | Smashwords
***Read my review ➜ here
Three of Spades
(Hamden #2)
Synopsis: Dylan Cross is the type of man that enjoys everything female, and enjoy it he does, but always on his terms. However, his terms are pushed to their limit when Natalie Parker proposes an offer; teach her and her delectable little body, all about sex and desire. There is one catch. He has to play the part of Natalie's madly in love boyfriend for her dying mother. Dylan signs on, and finds that separating the two is harder than he thought. Natalie's days of shyness and lack of confidence come to a quick close as she learns what her body craves and demands in the bedroom. Soon, Dylan becomes the student as Natalie
teaches him things he didn't even know he wanted. Will Hamden's notorious playboy, bachelor be able to keep calling the shots, or will he find that, he, himself, is just another player at the card game of life, as we all are?
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***Read my review ➜ here
Three of Diamonds
(Hamden Series #3)
Synopsis:Lola Nash’s life edges on safe and controlled, containing few people; her brother, Boyd, a handful of friends and the facility for special needs children where she volunteers, called Aaron’s Place. However, a chance meeting shatters her control when she learns someone else’s closely held secret. The kind of secret causing her explicit and sexy dreams, all centering around Wes Thompson; known as Adonis in the ultra-exclusive world of the sex club, Olympus. Wes is intrigued by the voluptuous beauty who won’t give him the time of day. Like the God he emulates, he has never been the type to give in when he wants something or someone; Lola is exactly what he wants. Is Lola the one that can bring a God to his knees or will Wes conquer her, and then walk away as planned? Is the chance at love worth the cost of giving up everything you hold important? When the cards are down, will Wes and Lola call or fold?
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About the author:
W. Ferraro
I
live in New England with my young family. I’m a stay at home mom to two
very active children. For all of you who are familiar with the stress of
this job, I decided to complete an item on my bucket list and write a
book. When I’m not writing, you will find me cooking, reading, shopping
or being silly with the kids. In my opinion, one of life’s greatest
pleasure is being able to get lost in a book.
Social media links:
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