Letting Go

Vice, Virtue & Video #1.5

by Bianca Giovanni

James Laird and Lola Caraway have been best friends since childhood. After an incident in their hometown that caused the two to face their growing attraction to one another, James and Lola have decided that “just friends” is best.

Ever the ladies’ man, James has become a star in the world of porn. Lola, on the other hand, is attending a prestigious university and well on her way to a very bright future—one that doesn’t involve on-camera sex scenes and anonymous hook-ups.

Now James goes to visit Lola in college, and he must deal with the fact that their lives might be headed in two different directions. He doesn’t want to stifle her, but he just can’t live without her. Can he accept the fact that his “cupcake” is all grown up, or will it be too hard to let her go?

17,000 words

Genres: Contemporary Romance, Friends To Lovers

66 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 11, 2014

About the author

Bianca Giovanni was born and raised in Boulder, Colorado. She grew up with a single mother and Italian grandmother, who was an avid reader. She has had a love of writing since childhood, but self-published her first short stories in 2012. Bianca’s strong female characters and witty dialogue have struck a chord with readers and led to her popularity on self-publishing platforms.

In 2013, Bianca signed with Omnific Publishing to bring the 'Vice, Virtue & Video' series to readers. The series contains First Dance (free introductory short story), Revealed (book #1), Letting Go (book #1.5), Captured (book #2), Desired (book #3), Devoted (book #4), and one more novel to be released in 2014.

She currently resides in Denver, Colorado, where she can often be found jotting down story ideas in a notebook.

For more information, visit biancagiovanni.com or follow Bianca on Facebook (BiancaGiovanniAuthor) and Twitter (@BiancaGiovanni).

Reviews

[McKayla · Rating 4 out of 5]

Here's the thing, I have read this wonderful series by Bianca Giovanni before she got a book deal, so I know what happens later on. This one takes place inbetween Exposed and Diving In (I think). Still knowing what I know I can't help but become frustrated. Why can't they see they are are in love?!?!? WHY?? I love James! I love Lola! They just need their heads knocked together. If that were even possible I would be the first one to do the knocking. I know that there has to be tension, and that tension is what makes for a good story. However in the words of a great Valentine's Day sign I saw stating "Valentine's Day blah blah blah, drink" I say "James & Lola, blah blah blah, love each other already!!!" So until the next book comes out I will be reading something else just to fill the time and pouting. There will be a lot of pouting.

[Hilldog · Rating 5 out of 5]

This novella is a great little hold over for fans like me who are intrigued with James and Lola. The title had me worried, because I don’t want these two to let go of each other, but at the same time, this is what makes Ms. Bianca’s books feel so real. Life doesn’t operate in one straight line and neither do relationships.
James visits Lola on campus and basically it’s take-a-porn-star-to-school-day for Lola and believe me when I say, James is never boring! As usual with the VV&V series, the dialog is witty and real, the events entertaining and some pretty emotional. I love how James has to give Lola a chance to grow and become her own person. It was touching to see him be so proud of her and yet so saddened by his fear of her moving on in her life. Super quick read. (Read it between 2 coffee breaks and a lunch.) Ready for more!!

[V · Rating 4 out of 5]

James and Lola….I didn’t think I could fall even more in love with them. I’ve read the whole series thus far and it has been a great ride. This latest installment feels like an episode of Behind the Music with J & L. The first books didn’t go in depth with what happened with them between the years (which was one of the things I loved about the originals), but Letting Go gives you just enough to keep you going until the next James and Lola adventure. Thanks Ms. B for giving us two unforgettable characters!

[C Joy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This in-between story just got me excited to start reading of the most unlikely pair of BFF's.

In here, James is more vulnerable because he bares his feelings and fears of the future. The lines are a little blurred because he tries not to be an ass to Lola's guy friends, specially to the one who has his eye on her. I laughed out loud in a lot of scenes, specially when James makes Lola blush with all the sex talk.

I still wonder where all this more than friendly love would lead.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

James may be a porn star and constantly surrounded by willing women, but he treats Lola like royalty. Their friendship is one of a kind. I enjoy seeing James' vulnerable side around Lola. As for Lola, she is incredibly supportive and nurturing, never judging James. I hope they can live near each other again. I'm addicted to this series.

[Francine Petro · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just love James and Lola!!! Love them, their friendship and how much they unconditionally love each other!! This novella doesn't disappoint it just makes me want the next book even more!!

[Denise · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautiful nerd + best friend manwhore. Oh what will happen.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love James and his cupcake Lola! Cannot wait for the next book in the series!

[Nina ~ Meleth Bookaddicted ~ · Rating 5 out of 5]

So, so sweet! Shy, innocent virgin and her porn star best friend. It should be strange, but it's sooo heartwarmingly swoon-worthy ... I don't even have words!

[Stormy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Need to read the first book.