3 days post-Beneath

Where to start?

I have absolutely no idea!

I woke on Friday morning, just 24 hrs after publishing Beneath, and found endless messages telling me it was at #1 in the UK and US erotica chart. Yep, I hit the deck! I went back to bed, convinced I was in some sort of crazy-ish dream. Nothing could have prepared me for that.

After This Man was received so well, I was in major panic over Beneath. Will people like it as much? Can I match This Man? So far, the response has been incredible, and I need to thank the people who've read and appreciated my debut novel and the follow up. Thank you!

Now, I continue with the conclusion of Jesse and Ava's story, This Man Confessed. I'm dreading writing that final word. I don't think I'm ready to let go yet. My readers have had them for 3 short months, I've had them for a few years, and I've loved every moment of it.

It will be very bittersweet for me when I release the final part of the This Man Trilogy.


lots of London-ish love, as always

Jodi
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Published on January 20, 2013 05:07
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message 1: by • Lisa • (new)

• Lisa • Love them both!! Thankyou xx


message 2: by Gillian (new)

Gillian Pruden Love the book love the character Jessie and Ava looking forward to the 3rd instalment finished the book in a day could not put it down amazing book


message 3: by Jodi (new)

Jodi Malpas Thank you x


message 4: by C.B. (new)

C.B. Love Thank you so much for giving us Jesse and Ava!! Love them both so much!! Your writing is amazing! Can't wait for the next book :-)


message 5: by Mo (new)

Mo Just finished Beneath This Man - Great story!


message 6: by Jodi (new)

Jodi Malpas Claudi wrote: "Thank you so much for giving us Jesse and Ava!! Love them both so much!! Your writing is amazing! Can't wait for the next book :-)"

You're welcome. Thank you for reading! x


message 7: by Gillian (new)

Gillian Pruden How soon can we have the 3rd instalment of Jessie and Ava what month will it be released any idea Please !


RomanceBookVixen Congrats!!!! I loved both books. Thank You! For giving us Jesse and Ava. I cannot wait for the 3rd book. Your writing is so captivating. Your are definitely up there with the pros of Erotica :-)


message 9: by Andrea (new)

Andrea Loved both books can't wait for 3rd book to be released x


message 10: by Jodi (new)

Jodi Malpas No set date for This Man Confessed yet, but you'll be the first to know x


message 11: by Mo (new)

Mo Jodi Ellen wrote: "No set date for This Man Confessed yet, but you'll be the first to know x"

No pressure from all your fans, Jodi!


message 12: by Katherine (new)

Katherine Jodi, thank you so much for writing such an excellent, breath taking book. Looking forward to "This Man Confessed", can't wait :-)


message 13: by Karen (new)

Karen Jodi- Just finished Beneath This Man last night; hot damn, it was good! The book could have ended at 16% and I would have died happy, but then it kept going and only getting better and better. I didn't think it was possible, but book two topped book one which leads me to believe book three will knock the entire series out of the park. I cannot wait to see where you take Jesse & Ava (and us) on this crazy ride. I am officially hooked and on pins and needles for your next move. Congrats and all the best; you truly deserve it.


~Nichole~  Sizzling Pages Romance Reviews Enjoy and revel in every second of your well deserved success. Counting the days till the next book!


message 15: by Teresa (new)

Teresa Jodi, I read Beneath This Man in its entirety the first day and whew! it was indeed a wild roller-coaster ride! I think I was holding my breath a number of times waiting to see what was coming next. In other words, I think the book was amazing and am looking forward to book 3 to learn the rest of Jesse and Ava's story. Congrats on your well-deserved success!


message 16: by Anne (new)

Anne Jodi, #1 already! I'm very happy for you. :)


message 17: by Angela (new)

Angela I've read around 100 books in the last 6 months and this series is by far my favourite and it just keeps getting better & better! Loved it can't wait for the next book but dreading finishing the series at the same time!! All the best.


message 18: by Bea (new)

Bea Turvey I know how you feel about releasing the characters - they are such a huge part of you, you become the heroine, you do fall in love with the hero, you've travelled that horror-filled journey with them - it is like saying goodbye to a part of you. I adore the books and the twists were lovely (that post-Sarah communal room section! Wow!) and a complete surprise.
Thank you for giving us the chance to fall for Jesse but Thank You so very, very much for not making us wait months and months!
:)


message 19: by Amie (new)

Amie Morgado- We Stole Your Book Boyfriend the book was amazing...both of them...seriously im all about jesse and ava...its like a rollercoaster ride but I love every minute and I cant stand waiting for more


message 20: by Lori (new)

Lori Ramos I can't tell you how much I love these characters! I would love to see more about Kate and Sam - I think that would be quite a story! They were both such rollercoaster rides but so much fun to read!! Can't wait for This Man Confessed! Just praying for HEA!


message 21: by Jenny (new)

Jenny Howard Amazing books!!!!!!


message 22: by Sunflower (new)

Sunflower I absolutely love these books and do not want them to end. I am still reading and savoring 'Beneath This Man' and can't wait until your next release, 'This Man Confessed'. I just love the roller coaster ride of Jessie & Ava.


message 23: by Danielle (new)

Danielle Thank you, Jodi for ending Beneath on a good note. I think it makes the wait for the final book much easier!


message 24: by annie (new)

annie I'm having a Beneath This Man hangover, it's still in my head. I hate you Jodi. :P


message 25: by Lisa (new)

Lisa I dont want to wait until Spring ..... I am having serious Jesse withdrawal


message 26: by Erica (new)

Erica I can reread, re-read and read again with this Series!!! I love JESSE!


message 27: by Wheresmybook (new)

Wheresmybook cant wait fr third book !!! best of luck fr it ! hope u write an awesome finish !!! lov ya! :)


message 28: by Peggy (new)

Peggy Scharnowske OMG... you completely outdid their story in Beneath. I'm sad their story will come to an end also, wow, you've made me feel so involved with them! However, I also can't wait. I know the conclusion to their journey will be even more amazing than everything that's led them to there.


message 29: by Tee (new)

Tee Mo This was such an awesome read, that I could not but it down. I finished at 4am this morning. It is in my top 5 books I have read. When oh when will book 3 be release :0


Allison ❤️Will Never Conquer Her TBR❤️ Jodi- such an awesome book. I loved This Man...but Beneath just raised it a notch. Loved the growth they both had over time. And the ending....thank you. So great. Congrats on the well deserved success!


message 31: by Bookchick (new)

Bookchick IF YOU HAVEN'T FINISHED THE BOOK DON'T READ...Beneath was spectacular in every way: pacing, character development,tension, fun, and of the hott stuff, though that goes without saying. I hope that the third book will explain Jesse's definition of "affair" - if I were Ava I would so delve into that. Wouldn't she want to know if women were invted back to his apartment? Being a Yank, I have now added "end of" to my repertoire of phrases as well as "making friends" (but that one only in conversation with my hubby). Jodi, with the superb ending of this book, I will be kind to not beg for a quick release of #3. Bragging about your book to all my girlfriends!


Swooning Over Books I has marked 1/18 on my calendat and axiously awaited Beneath's release. I finished the book in one sitting. I just couldn't put it down. I cannot wait to read the final book!


message 33: by Antoinette (new)

Antoinette wow .. love both books.. can't wait for the final book...thank you


message 34: by Claire (new)

Claire Walker loved Beneath this man and can't wait for the third installment! Finished book 2 the day it came out - I hope Sarah gets her comeuppance!


message 35: by Jodi (new)

Jodi Malpas Thank you, lovely ladies!

What a boost.

I'm loving all of the ish-ing, the 3..2..1..zero, baby and, of course, making friends! I have no idea where that came from!

I London-love you all.

End of.

xx


message 36: by Mo (new)

Mo Jodi Ellen wrote: "Thank you, lovely ladies!

What a boost.

I'm loving all of the ish-ing, the 3..2..1..zero, baby and, of course, making friends! I have no idea where that came from!

I London-love you all.

End ..."


Will hopefully be in London next month - will be on the lookout for Jesse - hope the hubby will not mind!


message 37: by Traci (new)

Traci Loved the book, cannot wait until the next book!!!


message 38: by P (new)

P I love love love these books so pleeaaaassseee don't make us wait too long! :)


message 39: by Butter713 (new)

Butter713 You've got me as a reader for LIFE!!!....God has blessed you with the ability to write great stories and blessed me with the ability to read them!!!!....Love both books!


Deanna❤Pink Lady❤️ I just finished BTM and it was breathtaking. I absolutely loved the ending and feel that I can wait patiently for #3. I agree on the rollercoaster ride but something in this book made me connect fiercely with the characters. I loved TM but this book just made me crazy like Jesse and Ava and I couldn't stop reading. I loved each and every type of "f*ck but the best was the truth one!!!! I may have to take a break from reading as BTM has left me exhausted but also deleriously happy with its ending. Book #3 will be at the top of my to-read list so pretty please don't make your fans wait too long!!! xx


message 41: by Jenny (new)

Jenny King There is NO WAY you will disappoint your readers with the 3rd book Jodi!!! You are an amazing writer and have the ability to completely CONSUME the minds of your readers!!! I know I'm not alone when I say this!! Beneath was AMAZING and I can't wait to read the final book! I know it will be FANTASTIC!


message 42: by Blia (new)

Blia You are a fantastic writer. Your books have made me a fan for life.


message 43: by Vonnie67 (new)

Vonnie67 Oh I can't wait for book No.3. I love Jesse and Ava. They are both in need of therapy but are the best medicine for each other! I loved reading about Lusso and all the different characters that inhabit it.

Keep up the great work. :)


message 44: by Anne (last edited Jan 23, 2013 01:57AM) (new)

Anne Just finished Beneath and I feel I could hug you and cry, Jodi. lol. You had me from the dedications this time, you’re so kind. :) I’m anxiously waiting for This Man Confessed. Do you think there will be something from Jesse’s POV? Keeping my fingers crossed here!


message 45: by Claire (new)

Claire Loved them both, telling all my friends.........thanks x


message 46: by Cheryl (new)

Cheryl I finished Beneath last night & I was sad to finish. I LOVED it!!! I can't wait for book 3 to come out!


message 47: by Ronalda (new)

Ronalda Lynch Finished book #3 in 3 days It was so good I'm gonna re-read it Can't wait for #4


Patty ~ Wrapped Up In Reading Book Blog I'm almost finished with "Beneath This Man" and I can't help but feel a little depressed. Actually I have this deep knot in my stomach about it. I don't want it to end!!!
I love Jesse and Ava's story. I know their relationship seems completely unhealthy but it's like they were meant for each other and it would be an atrocity if they went their separate ways.
I'm floating on Jesse Cloud Nine and I don't want to ever leave! :)
I can't wait for "The Man Confessed".

Jodi please make it a long one!!! :)

You could always write the stories over in Jesse's POV so you wouldn't have to say good bye to them :)

I read the excerpt from Jesse's POV when he first meets AVA in his office and it was really good!!!


Favourite Book Corner Loved, loved, loved the books. Telling all my "reading" buddies about it too:)


message 50: by Amy (new)

Amy Carranza Loved them both read in a day and cant wait for the third.


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