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Simon Says (SBC Fighters #2)
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Lori Foster (Goodreads Author)
With his perfectly chiseled, lava-hot body, Simon Evans, an ex-fighter, also has a perfect life—great job, great girl, and more than enough dough. All that changes, though, when he catches his girlfriend cheating. To shake things up, Simon goes full force back into the ring, ready to take his rage out on his opponents.
To make matters worse, the father who walked out on Sim...more
To make matters worse, the father who walked out on Sim...more
Mass Market Paperback, 330 pages
Published
July 3rd 2007
by Berkley
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Oct 14, 2011
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This 5 star read really deserves a well thought out review, but honestly, I just don't have the time :-( I will tell you that I love the characters in this series so far...this is only book 2, but they are hot and real and I want to just devour these fighting men and this book even has a fighting, smokin' hot babe!
I LOVE that Dakota is such a strong woman and it is obvious that these men admire that about her too! She is stubborn and proud and sexy... I am green with envy, because she landed th...more
I LOVE that Dakota is such a strong woman and it is obvious that these men admire that about her too! She is stubborn and proud and sexy... I am green with envy, because she landed th...more
I'm always on the lookout for nice guys in romance, but I was surprised to find him in a professional extreme fighter.
I am continuing to enjoy this series, although this felt pretty different from "Causing Havoc." (I don't mind. It's rare to find a romance series that doesn't follow a tired formula in each book, which is one of the reasons I rounded up to 4 stars.)
In this book, Dakota is bullied by her stepfather into finding the biological son he abandoned at birth -- Simon "Sublime" Evans. D...more
I am continuing to enjoy this series, although this felt pretty different from "Causing Havoc." (I don't mind. It's rare to find a romance series that doesn't follow a tired formula in each book, which is one of the reasons I rounded up to 4 stars.)
In this book, Dakota is bullied by her stepfather into finding the biological son he abandoned at birth -- Simon "Sublime" Evans. D...more
I really liked the first book in this series but am faintly disappointed in this one. I never did read it from front to back because it just didn't hold my interest that long. I think part of it is that the heroine is only twenty-three but the author had her already being a battered wife, a semi-expert fighter and a volunteer to help find runaways. I know she also had a real job but I don't remember that it was ever mentioned. She doesn't seem like a real person to me and there is something off-...more
Yum! After reading Causing Havoc, which is the first book in the SBC Fighters series by Lori Foster, I knew I had to read the rest of the series. The first book focused on Dean "Havoc" Conor and his return to his hometown of Harmony and his reunion with his long lost sisters. Simon Evans, who is the male lead in Simon Says, hence the title, plays a small role in Causing Havoc. And Dean, along with several other characters return in small part in Simon Says.
Simon Says is about Simon "Sublime" Eva...more
Simon Says is about Simon "Sublime" Eva...more
Somehow I managed to read this series out of order, and I read Simon Says, book two, after both books one and three. I enjoyed Simon Says, but it was my least favorite of the three fighter series books. There was something about the heroine that just felt off to me. She had run away as a teenager with an older man, suffered an abusive marriage which she finally escaped, and finally worked to learn how to defend herself. She came across to me as rather brash. I thought that Simon made a good hero...more
In the second book of Foster's SBC Fighters series, Simon, ex-fighter and trainer decides to get back into the ring for a comeback after discovering that his girlfriend of five years has cheated on him. While in training, a young woman enters the gym and knocks him for a loop. His instant attraction for her runs up against the fact that she is there to convince him to meet his birth father, a man he has no interest in whatsoever. As the story evolves, the lies and misconceptions between Simon an...more
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The Blurb
Sexy ex-fighter Simon Evans has the perfect life-until he catches his girlfriend cheating. To work off his rage, he goes back into the ring full-force. But a gutsy and gorgeous P.I. is about to send him reeling with a secret about his family-and one about her heart.
My Thoughts
This was a really sexy story that keeps the pages turning. The dynamic between Simon and Dakota was interesting to watch. The plot was tight and I liked that we...more
The Blurb
Sexy ex-fighter Simon Evans has the perfect life-until he catches his girlfriend cheating. To work off his rage, he goes back into the ring full-force. But a gutsy and gorgeous P.I. is about to send him reeling with a secret about his family-and one about her heart.
My Thoughts
This was a really sexy story that keeps the pages turning. The dynamic between Simon and Dakota was interesting to watch. The plot was tight and I liked that we...more
Meh. I'm a sucker for a series and seeing characters growing and changing even after their book, and the camaraderie between the fighters in Harmony, KY is the best part of this series for me. I like seeing a central place, Roger's bar, and all the fighters interacting and the group of wives expanding.
That being said, this one was just meh for me. Barber was the best part for me. Dakota was interesting, sure, really threw herself into the sport. Wasn't a girl's girl and I'm sure that was part o...more
That being said, this one was just meh for me. Barber was the best part for me. Dakota was interesting, sure, really threw herself into the sport. Wasn't a girl's girl and I'm sure that was part o...more
Sexiest one to date. I picked this up at work for free. Good story, couldn't see where it was going. I loved Simon's controlled nature. The definition of an exceptional love scene to me is when it illuminates some of your own preferences that you might have heretofore been unaware of. Or gives you information on novel ways to improve the experience in your own life. I thought these scenes accomplished that. And the descriptions of Simon, made me really wish this was a real person. I'd certainly...more
Simon Evan is a sexy, good looking ex-trainer who has decided to go back to fighting after finding his girlfriend of 5 years has cheated on him. Dakota Dream is a unique, stubborn, singer who plays PI part time. She is sent on a mission by her down right dirty stepfather to find Simon and bring him to her stdpfatge. Not an easy task because Simon wants nothing to do with his biological father. Dakota must do everything she can to persuade Simon because her stepfather has somthing that she desper...more
I really liked this book but the issues that both Simon and Dakota had did get on my nerves. Yes, Simon has trust issues, who wouldn't with what he dealt with with Bonnie. But when things really started to ramp up with Dakota he didn't give her a chance to explain things. It annoyed me as he was the one pursing her with a vengeance and he knew her issues. Of course he thought she lied about all of them, but at some point you have to trust the person you are with.
I liked that Dakota was your usu...more
I liked that Dakota was your usu...more
I liked this better than the first in this series. They didn't jump each others bones first off (which puts me off some books) and both had a bit of baggage to overcome to get together. Liked how LF dealt with Dakota's sexual issues. These types of themes are a favourite of mine so am a bit picky in how they are portrayed. LF did well and there were no 'clanger' moments (these being when I stop reading with a WTF? moment).
I read this in one complete sitting, other than loo breaks ;). Kept me ho...more
I read this in one complete sitting, other than loo breaks ;). Kept me ho...more
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Another story set with the SBC -- didn't like this book as much as her other titles and really cannot explain why.
There was more, and there was Sublime and ridiculously named characters (really Bardaby Jailer?)but moere entertaiment and action and much more sex, violence and... wait no fights... This spends the entire book gettin ready for a fight that... yes that.
Ther is on "by rote" and i puked a little but recovered easly and there was so many pages of nothing happening that I almost gave up at some points.. but credits to story I wanted to know how it ended, there was mayor glicht in the plot but never...more
Ther is on "by rote" and i puked a little but recovered easly and there was so many pages of nothing happening that I almost gave up at some points.. but credits to story I wanted to know how it ended, there was mayor glicht in the plot but never...more
When Simon was showed up in Dean's story and the first reaction from the ladies was shock at his apparent looks, I couldnt wait to see how his story would play out. Although I have to say I didn't like the way Dakota came into his life, I'm glad they picked someone strong for Simon's love interest. With Simon getting so much attention because of his face and body, he needed someone who could give him a run for his money, and Dakota did just that. She was brave, smart, tough and beautful. She see...more
~3.5/5
[Also available on my blog.]
I’ve been kind of in-between books lately, not sure what to start, wanting to read a lot but not really getting into anything, and for some reason ended up picking up some Lori Foster books. I’ve had four of her books on my TBR shelf at home for a while, and in the last week-ish went through two and started a third in rapid succession. I’ve read a couple of her books before and liked them (mostly) , the first in this series (Causing Havoc)[which I have not revie...more
[Also available on my blog.]
I’ve been kind of in-between books lately, not sure what to start, wanting to read a lot but not really getting into anything, and for some reason ended up picking up some Lori Foster books. I’ve had four of her books on my TBR shelf at home for a while, and in the last week-ish went through two and started a third in rapid succession. I’ve read a couple of her books before and liked them (mostly) , the first in this series (Causing Havoc)[which I have not revie...more
Geez, I have to say Simon comes off really cold in the first chapter when he is ending it with his girlfriend. I guess it's kind of explained by stating he never really loved her but man show some regret or anger.
Wow, Simon is so arrogant! I haven't decided yet if I like it or am annoyed.
The character of Barnaby (Simon's real father) was overworked as a villain. The whole storyline of Barnaby blackmailing Dakota was weird and creepy. I wish the author would have thought of a different way to get...more
Wow, Simon is so arrogant! I haven't decided yet if I like it or am annoyed.
The character of Barnaby (Simon's real father) was overworked as a villain. The whole storyline of Barnaby blackmailing Dakota was weird and creepy. I wish the author would have thought of a different way to get...more
I have just read this for the second time and I loved it even more than the first time around. I am upgrading it from 4 stars to 5 because I enjoyed it so much. Second time around I have pictured the characters really differently. I must have just whizzed through it the first time and missed lots of nuances about these characters.
Simon is just THE nicest guy in the world. He is so understanding and really goes the distance to be with Dakota and to make her comfortable with him. I love how he is...more
Simon is just THE nicest guy in the world. He is so understanding and really goes the distance to be with Dakota and to make her comfortable with him. I love how he is...more
When Dakota Dream walked into Simon's life and felt the first stirrings of lust in six months. That was when he walked out on his girlfriend after finding out she had cheated on him. Training for his comeback match in MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Simon does not need this complication in his life. Dakota has her own set of problems, too. She has been blackmailed by her Stepfather to find Simon, his lost son. What Dakota didn't anticipate was ending up caring for Simon more than the hold her Stepfath...more
Lori Foster's latest, Simon Says was a pretty ho-hum read which would have been soon forgotten if not for the hero. What made me ultimately decide to it give a better grade than I normally would is all due to the character of Simon Evans. It's been a long time since I read such a wonderfully written hero; I fell in love with him from the start.
Simon was first introduced in Causing Havoc as his best friend's trainer for an extreme fighting contest known as the Supreme Battle Championship (SBC)....more
Simon was first introduced in Causing Havoc as his best friend's trainer for an extreme fighting contest known as the Supreme Battle Championship (SBC)....more
This is book 2 in the series. The first one I read, years ago, was book 3, followed by 5. Funny to see those characters introduced now, but it didn't detract from the overall storyline for me. All of the characters are very likeable and I look forward to reading book 4 to complete all that have been published- and then any future installments. These are are not classics- they are simple romances, but are an entertaining and well-written example of the genre.
Definitely liking this series because the characters are very fun and the sex is hot and steamy! It's not all about the boxing/fighting so don't worry, but it is in there some. I love all the fighting characters they introduce and the secondary ones - really liking Foster's writing too. I would recommend! And although it's not REQUIRED to read them in order it is somewhat nice to get the progress of the characters that way, FYI.
This was a very good story,i loved it.I loved both main chacters in this one.I really hated Dakota's ex-husband,also her step-father(Simon's real father) both assholes of the story.Dakota had a long road to travel and thankfully Simon was there for her when she needed him.Simon's ex-was a botch(b-word) thankfully they splite up,couldn't belive she did what she did.Getting ready to read 'My Man Michael'.
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Once again, I am delighted to say that Lori Foster's work has yet to disappoint. Both Simon and Dakota are complex, likable, and (at times) frustrating characters. I found myself rooting for them at times and cursing them at others. To me this is a sign of a well written book. Characters that aren't perfect and struggle with their own demons/past all the while doing their utmost to be their best are so much easier to relate to.
Thanks Ms. Foster. :-)
Thanks Ms. Foster. :-)
Definitely the best of the series, this one has a single relationship with deeper issues. The two protagonists don't just hop into bed with each other first thing, which is refreshing after reading the other two books in the series. The training scenes were interesting. I'm going to have to watch at least one SBC match now to see how Ms. Foster's descriptions hold up.
Enjoyable book but I was not very fond of the female heroine. She was just too tough I think. I mean come on even a fighter wants someone whose not all I'm gonna kick your butt. I just didn't get her at all. I did like Simon a lot. I felt bad for him in the beginning but all turns out well. Looking forward to Hard To Handle.
I read these books out of order. I was given a copy of Simon Says. I loved it and went in search of the other books in the series. Simon is hot, hot, hot. Simon needs a strong woman and finds his match with Dakota I am a huge fan of MMA and clearly Lori is as well. In this series she captures the fighting scene and groupies very well.
for Romance novels this was a four stars. it was one of the best but I wouldn't say the best. I love the series of Sbc (or UFC) fighter. there personality's are pricless- there strength a turn on. the love one and only one woman. it's romantic and sexy and simon seemed to be the best and had the most challenges. I like it ^.^
Lori just gets better as she goes. In Causing Havoc I got the impression that Simon was older, more of a father figure to Dean and the guys at the gym.....was I ever wrong. Where do I find this gym???? Although I enjoyed Dean and Eve's story I found Simon and Dakota's to be more real. They didn't lock eyes from across the room and fall in love instantly. I was routing for them the whole time!!! And who couldn't love a girl who could kick some ass.
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Since first publishing in January 1996, Lori Foster has become a Waldenbooks, Borders, USA Today, Publisher’s Weekly and New York Times bestselling author. Lori has published through a variety of houses, including Kensington, St. Martin’s, Harlequin, Silhouette and Samhain. She is currently with Berkley/Jove.
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