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A Fighter's Desire: Part One
A Fighter's Desire is an introductory prequel novella to the Gloves Off series. If you love sexy, MMA fighters you don't want to miss out on the hardcore, tap out action with my twins, Ryley and Camden. They're ready to get down and dirty on the mat.** The conclusion to their stories will be coming soon in their full length novels.
Two is always better than one.
What would you do if you were given the chance to spend the night with not one, but two fighters? Would you do it? Could you open yourself up to the pleasures they offered and do exactly what they said in order to pass on to the next round?
It was common knowledge that Ryley and Camden Jameson, well-known MMA fighters and identical twins, were just as aggressive and passionate in the bed as they were in the ring. The only problem was that if you didn’t pass their test on the first night, then you didn’t proceed to the next round. They loved a good fight, and that's what they got when they met Ashleigh Warren.
Ashleigh knew what was going to happen when the twins approached her with a proposition, and needless to say, she knew exactly how to handle them … or so she thought. The rules had changed, and in order to get them both she had to first spend one night with each and last until they were done with her. It was a proposition she couldn’t refuse, but she knew it wouldn’t be easy to win. However, it was one that she was going to enjoy.
Two is always better than one.
What would you do if you were given the chance to spend the night with not one, but two fighters? Would you do it? Could you open yourself up to the pleasures they offered and do exactly what they said in order to pass on to the next round?
It was common knowledge that Ryley and Camden Jameson, well-known MMA fighters and identical twins, were just as aggressive and passionate in the bed as they were in the ring. The only problem was that if you didn’t pass their test on the first night, then you didn’t proceed to the next round. They loved a good fight, and that's what they got when they met Ashleigh Warren.
Ashleigh knew what was going to happen when the twins approached her with a proposition, and needless to say, she knew exactly how to handle them … or so she thought. The rules had changed, and in order to get them both she had to first spend one night with each and last until they were done with her. It was a proposition she couldn’t refuse, but she knew it wouldn’t be easy to win. However, it was one that she was going to enjoy.
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First published September 24, 2014
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L.P. Dover
112 books3,399 followersNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author L. P. Dover is a southern belle living in North Carolina with her husband and two beautiful girls. Before she began her literary journey she worked in periodontics, enjoying the wonderment of dental surgeries.
She loves to write, but she also loves to play golf, go on mountain hikes and white-water rafting, and has a passion for singing. Her two youngest fans expect a concert each and every night before bedtime, usually Christmas carols.
Dover has written countless novels in several different genres, but her favorite to write is romantic suspense. However, she has found a new passion in romantic comedy, especially involving sexy golfers. Who knew the sport could be so dirty and fun to write about.
She loves to write, but she also loves to play golf, go on mountain hikes and white-water rafting, and has a passion for singing. Her two youngest fans expect a concert each and every night before bedtime, usually Christmas carols.
Dover has written countless novels in several different genres, but her favorite to write is romantic suspense. However, she has found a new passion in romantic comedy, especially involving sexy golfers. Who knew the sport could be so dirty and fun to write about.
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A Fighter's Desire is an introductory prequel novella to the Gloves Off series. If you love sexy, MMA fighters you don't want to miss out on the hardcore, tap out action with my twins, Ryley and Camden. They're ready to get down and dirty on the mat.** The conclusion to their stories will be coming soon in their full length novels.
Two is always better than one.
What would you do if you were given the chance to spend the night with not one, but two fighters? Would you do it? Could you open yourself up to the pleasures they offered and do exactly what they said in order to pass on to the next round?
It was common knowledge that Ryley and Camden Jameson, well-known MMA fighters and identical twins, were just as aggressive and passionate in the bed as they were in the ring. The only problem was that if you didn’t pass their test on the first night, then you didn’t proceed to the next round. They loved a good fight, and that's what they got when they met Ashleigh Warren.
Ashleigh knew what was going to happen when the twins approached her with a proposition, and needless to say, she knew exactly how to handle them … or so she thought. The rules had changed, and in order to get them both she had to first spend one night with each and last until they were done with her. It was a proposition she couldn’t refuse, but she knew it wouldn’t be easy to win. However, it was one that she was going to enjoy.
A Fighter's Desire is an introductory prequel novella to the Gloves Off series. If you love sexy, MMA fighters you don't want to miss out on the hardcore, tap out action with my twins, Ryley and Camden. They're ready to get down and dirty on the mat.** The conclusion to their stories will be coming soon in their full length novels.
Two is always better than one.
What would you do if you were given the chance to spend the night with not one, but two fighters? Would you do it? Could you open yourself up to the pleasures they offered and do exactly what they said in order to pass on to the next round?
It was common knowledge that Ryley and Camden Jameson, well-known MMA fighters and identical twins, were just as aggressive and passionate in the bed as they were in the ring. The only problem was that if you didn’t pass their test on the first night, then you didn’t proceed to the next round. They loved a good fight, and that's what they got when they met Ashleigh Warren.
Ashleigh knew what was going to happen when the twins approached her with a proposition, and needless to say, she knew exactly how to handle them … or so she thought. The rules had changed, and in order to get them both she had to first spend one night with each and last until they were done with her. It was a proposition she couldn’t refuse, but she knew it wouldn’t be easy to win. However, it was one that she was going to enjoy.
February 3, 2015
The author does the fantastic job of setting up this series in these 2 prequels of the GLOVES OFF Series.
These 2 novellas serve as an introduction course to the world of SEXY MMA Fighters and the women who SHOULD belong to them. These stories are filled with sex and commitment-phones.
A Fighter's Desire - Part One (Gloves Off Book 1)
This was a favorite of the 2 novellas for me. The story starts off with 2 bad boy fighters who love a good time especially if it involves a TWIN tag team. Looking for their next good time the The Terror Twins, Ryley and Camden Jameson, stumble upon a feisty Ashleigh who just doesn't want to do anything with then... but come on who can refuse a no strings attached fun ESPECIALLY when you make 2 hot guys drool over you and chase you.
My heart pounded and my clit tightened in anticipation, ready to feel what it would be like to be the object of a fighter’s desire.
That is exactly what Ashleigh does to the 2 fighters. This story works hard at being nonchalant hook-up but the too-much-chemistry factor muddles in and brings over 'feelings' to the party. Ashleigh start developing feelings for one of the fighters and he for her... Which one? hmmm well you just read and see. The ending totally floored me and made me scream at my kindle really loud because WTF... not a cliffhanger it's simply a not a happy ending.
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July 19, 2016
This was a great read. The storyline was intriguing. The characters are enjoyable and funny. I thought Ryley and Camden were strong, independent men who fight for what they want. Whether it is a woman or a match, they know what they want. No wonder why they are known as "The Twins of Terror."
Ashleigh was interesting and funny. The things she did in some parts made me laugh. Otherwise, there is a lot of romance, and steamy scenes. The ending made this book for me. I was not expecting that ending. Therefore, I decided to give it 4 stars. Overall, an interesting read.
Ashleigh was interesting and funny. The things she did in some parts made me laugh. Otherwise, there is a lot of romance, and steamy scenes. The ending made this book for me. I was not expecting that ending. Therefore, I decided to give it 4 stars. Overall, an interesting read.
May 5, 2015
Loving this series
I can't believe I haven't read this sooner. This is my first book by L.P Dover and it will not be the last. I am really enjoying this series and the sexy fighters I know I will not get enough off. Can't wait to read what will happen next
I can't believe I haven't read this sooner. This is my first book by L.P Dover and it will not be the last. I am really enjoying this series and the sexy fighters I know I will not get enough off. Can't wait to read what will happen next
October 19, 2014
review to come
October 8, 2018
Wow not one but two MMA fighters and brothers to boot, just a shame one is a dick.
Solid story, now ready for the next book in the series.
Solid story, now ready for the next book in the series.
November 4, 2014
ERHMEGAWD I LOVE THIS MMA SHIZ
Ahem.
This book (prequella?) was quite literally my first foray into MMA fighters and man I think I’m going to be here to stay.
Why have I never read books on these fighters before?
Quite simple. I’ve never felt the need to. I love my covers—who doesn’t?—and MMA books give some of the best hot torso covers. But I’ve never really wanted to get into this particular genre of book.
And let it be said that Rhea will read MMA fighter books from now on. And she saw that it was good.
Ryley and Camden Jameson are ace class assholes. So of course I loved these two. They were straight up, to the point and unashamed of themselves. They’ve earned the money and I literally saw no reason to hate on either of them.
Well maybe I whined a little at Camden but meh. I’ve seen characters do worse. I’m not justifying what he did but again, meh. Besides, he pretty much paid for it.
If you haven’t read the synopsis then here’s the gist – Ryley and Camden are identical twin MMA fighters who like to share their girls. The girl has to spend a night with brother and if she passes that, then she gets the mighty privilege of sleeping with both the dickwads together.
Getit?
Ashleigh is now the latest girl to be propositioned and I swear to motherfuck she’s the best. Girl. Ever.
Until of course the very end of the book.
Ashleigh is a college student, deeply in love with her best friend Cole but he’s in a relationship since the past two years so she ain’t got no chance. But here’s the twist: When she got propositioned, she went willingly. And then something happened which led to something else which led to something with Cole which then led to something with Ashleigh and Ryley.
Yeah. I’m the best at explaining stuff, aren't I?
I can’t tell you what I didn’t like about this girl without giving away the entire book itself but for what it matters, I ended up liking the twins much, much more than Ashleigh. I liked them to begin with, but the last 20% of the book just pretty much ruined Ashleigh for me.
The writing, though…there are no words. Miss Dover has done a brilliant job bringing these characters to life. There was drama and love and sex and it just blended together to bring you (and me) one of the best novellas I’ve read this year :D
Find this review and more at Rhea's Neon Journal
Ahem.
This book (prequella?) was quite literally my first foray into MMA fighters and man I think I’m going to be here to stay.
Why have I never read books on these fighters before?
Quite simple. I’ve never felt the need to. I love my covers—who doesn’t?—and MMA books give some of the best hot torso covers. But I’ve never really wanted to get into this particular genre of book.
And let it be said that Rhea will read MMA fighter books from now on. And she saw that it was good.
Ryley and Camden Jameson are ace class assholes. So of course I loved these two. They were straight up, to the point and unashamed of themselves. They’ve earned the money and I literally saw no reason to hate on either of them.
Well maybe I whined a little at Camden but meh. I’ve seen characters do worse. I’m not justifying what he did but again, meh. Besides, he pretty much paid for it.
If you haven’t read the synopsis then here’s the gist – Ryley and Camden are identical twin MMA fighters who like to share their girls. The girl has to spend a night with brother and if she passes that, then she gets the mighty privilege of sleeping with both the dickwads together.
Getit?
Ashleigh is now the latest girl to be propositioned and I swear to motherfuck she’s the best. Girl. Ever.
Until of course the very end of the book.
Ashleigh is a college student, deeply in love with her best friend Cole but he’s in a relationship since the past two years so she ain’t got no chance. But here’s the twist: When she got propositioned, she went willingly. And then something happened which led to something else which led to something with Cole which then led to something with Ashleigh and Ryley.
Yeah. I’m the best at explaining stuff, aren't I?
I can’t tell you what I didn’t like about this girl without giving away the entire book itself but for what it matters, I ended up liking the twins much, much more than Ashleigh. I liked them to begin with, but the last 20% of the book just pretty much ruined Ashleigh for me.
The writing, though…there are no words. Miss Dover has done a brilliant job bringing these characters to life. There was drama and love and sex and it just blended together to bring you (and me) one of the best novellas I’ve read this year :D
Find this review and more at Rhea's Neon Journal
July 29, 2015
MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS - If you think you are going to get a hot read about good-girl Ashleigh tag-teaming twin UFC fighter hotties Camden & Ryley, well that doesn't happen. Camden doesn't even want to get to know Ashleigh at all, incredibly rude about it actually, basically tells her to shut up with all the questions & get naked. We find out later that poor little Camden has daddy issues which forced him to turn to screwing anything on two legs - whatever. Ryley takes note of his brother's mistakes & plans a real date with a little adventure mixed in for Ashleigh, getting to know all the things she might enjoy doing. Unfortunately being with Ryley is too risky & Ashleigh goes back to the sure thing, someone who won't break her heart, a guy who doesn't have skanks outside his door waiting to drop their panties at any second. And Ryley doesn't even waste one second worrying about Ashleigh, he goes right back to his brother & their threesomes. I guess the tipping point for me was Ashleigh thinking to herself that she is in love with two men. Really? Is she in high school? If she really were in love she wouldn't be able to walk away from Ryley. Very disappointing...and the next book seems to be primarily about Ashleigh's roommate Gabriella so I won't get my twin fantasy threeway after all.
March 24, 2015
I received a copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads, so here it is. I am a sucker for MMA fighters and wanted to read this one after reading the synopsis. Part One: Ryley and Camden Jameson are known in and out of the ring as aggressive and passionate. They have even shared the same woman, just because the could. When they see Ashleigh Warren they both want her first. So they come up with a plan that she can't refuse. But what they don't know is that Ashleigh is not a push over. She is attracted to them both but can she spent the night with both fighters? So how will their time together end up?
**Wicked Reads Review Team**
**Wicked Reads Review Team**
October 12, 2014
5 HOT and Sexy Stars
Wow, what a GREAT way to start off this series:) I am in love with ALL of these characters!!!!!!
Wow, what a GREAT way to start off this series:) I am in love with ALL of these characters!!!!!!
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March 15, 2015Just wasn't feeling this one. After 50% I decided to give up.
April 23, 2015
DNF
I enjoyed the book up until when I stopped reading it.
I read ahead a bit and got a glimpse of how it ended.. not really to my liking.
So, I just decided to call it quits.
I enjoyed the book up until when I stopped reading it.
I read ahead a bit and got a glimpse of how it ended.. not really to my liking.
So, I just decided to call it quits.
May 2, 2020
After reading this book I need a cold shower, these twin brothers are 🔥🔥🔥.
Riley and Camden are 2 MMA fighters who when not in the ring fighting or training, are in bed with some woman. These 2 only live to fight and fuck.
“If there was one thing I loved doing, it was fighting and fucking. I delighted in being with women, enjoying different varieties, and appreciated them even more when they knew how to get me off. I didn’t want someone inexperienced, but I also didn’t want a whore. Camden and I wanted someone who was in between; someone who knew what she was doing and who hadn’t been with a shit ton of men. Unfortunately, it was hard to find a woman like that.”
Although they are practically the same in appearance, their personalities are different. Camden has a darker side than his brother and the truth is that he seems more asshole.
Gabriella is the sister of one of the fighters and Riley´s friend, who asks him for a favor: she asks Riley to convince her brother to let her go to the party after the fight, since her brother is super protective and never lets her go. Riley agrees in exchange for her taking her roommate Ashleigh to the party.
Asleigh knows of the brother´s reputation with women, and she is not going to be one more notch in their bed. So when both of them make a move on her, she rejects them ( great moment).
But they don’t give up easily and they come up with a different proposal.
“So why do you and your brother like to share women?” I asked curiously. “I would think two men like you would be a little more territorial.”
“We like to share when we don’t give a fuck. It’s fun to be able to be with a woman and fulfill her fantasies of having two lovers at the same time. You see, when a woman is taken to that level of pleasure, there’s nothing she wouldn’t do since she’s in that state of mind. Ryley and I get what we want and so does she. It’s a win-win situation. However, with you we both want you to ourselves. That’s why we came up with our new plan.”
“So basically what you’re saying is that I’m not going to be with you both at the same time? What if that’s what I wanted?”
“I didn’t say that,” Camden replied with a smile. “After everything is said and done, the choice will be yours. Okay, like I told you in the car we both want you to ourselves. You had mentioned before that you don’t do one night stands. In regards to that we want to offer you … more. That way it won’t be considered a one night stand. What we want to offer is one night with each of us. Let us both have you to ourselves, and after that if you think you can handle us together, it’ll be your choice. You can decide if you want the third night with us both, or if you want another night with just one of us. So, you see, it’s not going to be a one night stand.”
“What’s the catch?” I asked. “Surely, there has to be something you’re not telling me.”
“Actually,” Ryley started, “we don’t exactly like a quick fuck. You have to be able to handle us for as long as we want to go. When we train before our fights, we need to keep our aggressions high, so we don’t have sex during that time. Therefore, when we’re finally able to let go of our urges, we want a little more flavor. If we want to tie you up, you need to let us. If you don’t, then it’s time to go; simple as that. If we don’t like the way you kiss, we can let you go. I let a girl go last weekend because she liked to use her teeth while sucking my dick. It fucking hurt.We won’t force you into anything and we won’t hurt you, but if you want to walk we immediately comply. All we crave is a little bit of fun.”
“So if you prefer to fuck me in the ass I have to let you or it’s all over?”“Yeah, if we wanted to, but that’s not going to happen. I can see it in your face that you don’t want that,” Ryley added. Blowing out a relieved sigh, I nodded and sat back on the couch, getting comfortable. “What about condoms? Do you wear them?”
“Is there anything else you’d like to know?” Camden asked. Moving closer to him, I bit my lip and smiled. It was now time for my little game. “Actually, there is. What if you can’t handle me? What if I don’t like the way you kiss or the way you move during sex? What if you don’t get me off? I think if you don’t pass my test, I should have the option of letting you both go. It’s not always about what you want, you know.” Ryley and Camden lifted their brows, intrigued. “Damn girl, I’m getting hard just thinking about this,” Ryley chimed. “Please go on.”“I know you get to do whatever you want with me, but what do you say about letting me do whatever I want with you? For one hour of the night, I want to be able to have all control, and that means whatever I do you have to let me do it, no questions asked. During that time you can’t get off no matter what. If you do, I can walk away knowing full well that I bested you.”
“I’m down for it,” Ryley agreed. “No woman has ever been able to control me like that.” “Same here,” Camden said. “All right, you’re on.”
Just saying things don’t turn out exactly how they thought for any of them.
I’m hooked with these characters and these series already.
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊. For the second round(book).😉
Riley and Camden are 2 MMA fighters who when not in the ring fighting or training, are in bed with some woman. These 2 only live to fight and fuck.
“If there was one thing I loved doing, it was fighting and fucking. I delighted in being with women, enjoying different varieties, and appreciated them even more when they knew how to get me off. I didn’t want someone inexperienced, but I also didn’t want a whore. Camden and I wanted someone who was in between; someone who knew what she was doing and who hadn’t been with a shit ton of men. Unfortunately, it was hard to find a woman like that.”
Although they are practically the same in appearance, their personalities are different. Camden has a darker side than his brother and the truth is that he seems more asshole.
Gabriella is the sister of one of the fighters and Riley´s friend, who asks him for a favor: she asks Riley to convince her brother to let her go to the party after the fight, since her brother is super protective and never lets her go. Riley agrees in exchange for her taking her roommate Ashleigh to the party.
Asleigh knows of the brother´s reputation with women, and she is not going to be one more notch in their bed. So when both of them make a move on her, she rejects them ( great moment).
But they don’t give up easily and they come up with a different proposal.
“So why do you and your brother like to share women?” I asked curiously. “I would think two men like you would be a little more territorial.”
“We like to share when we don’t give a fuck. It’s fun to be able to be with a woman and fulfill her fantasies of having two lovers at the same time. You see, when a woman is taken to that level of pleasure, there’s nothing she wouldn’t do since she’s in that state of mind. Ryley and I get what we want and so does she. It’s a win-win situation. However, with you we both want you to ourselves. That’s why we came up with our new plan.”
“So basically what you’re saying is that I’m not going to be with you both at the same time? What if that’s what I wanted?”
“I didn’t say that,” Camden replied with a smile. “After everything is said and done, the choice will be yours. Okay, like I told you in the car we both want you to ourselves. You had mentioned before that you don’t do one night stands. In regards to that we want to offer you … more. That way it won’t be considered a one night stand. What we want to offer is one night with each of us. Let us both have you to ourselves, and after that if you think you can handle us together, it’ll be your choice. You can decide if you want the third night with us both, or if you want another night with just one of us. So, you see, it’s not going to be a one night stand.”
“What’s the catch?” I asked. “Surely, there has to be something you’re not telling me.”
“Actually,” Ryley started, “we don’t exactly like a quick fuck. You have to be able to handle us for as long as we want to go. When we train before our fights, we need to keep our aggressions high, so we don’t have sex during that time. Therefore, when we’re finally able to let go of our urges, we want a little more flavor. If we want to tie you up, you need to let us. If you don’t, then it’s time to go; simple as that. If we don’t like the way you kiss, we can let you go. I let a girl go last weekend because she liked to use her teeth while sucking my dick. It fucking hurt.We won’t force you into anything and we won’t hurt you, but if you want to walk we immediately comply. All we crave is a little bit of fun.”
“So if you prefer to fuck me in the ass I have to let you or it’s all over?”“Yeah, if we wanted to, but that’s not going to happen. I can see it in your face that you don’t want that,” Ryley added. Blowing out a relieved sigh, I nodded and sat back on the couch, getting comfortable. “What about condoms? Do you wear them?”
“Is there anything else you’d like to know?” Camden asked. Moving closer to him, I bit my lip and smiled. It was now time for my little game. “Actually, there is. What if you can’t handle me? What if I don’t like the way you kiss or the way you move during sex? What if you don’t get me off? I think if you don’t pass my test, I should have the option of letting you both go. It’s not always about what you want, you know.” Ryley and Camden lifted their brows, intrigued. “Damn girl, I’m getting hard just thinking about this,” Ryley chimed. “Please go on.”“I know you get to do whatever you want with me, but what do you say about letting me do whatever I want with you? For one hour of the night, I want to be able to have all control, and that means whatever I do you have to let me do it, no questions asked. During that time you can’t get off no matter what. If you do, I can walk away knowing full well that I bested you.”
“I’m down for it,” Ryley agreed. “No woman has ever been able to control me like that.” “Same here,” Camden said. “All right, you’re on.”
Just saying things don’t turn out exactly how they thought for any of them.
I’m hooked with these characters and these series already.
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊. For the second round(book).😉
July 13, 2022
Okay first off this is not your usual sports romance but one filled with danger, suspense, hot sex oh and a whole new series by L.P. Dover that will blow you away. We have Ashleigh, your average girl so not into the whole MMA UFC fighting and then bam she has the hottest UFC Fighters all up on her. Now readers these are two of the hottest twins you will ever read about and each one has their flair of well seduction so to speak. We have Ryley first off and man is he hot, sexy and so tempting coming in well like a ninja. He has a way of making you bare your soul without you knowing making you wonder what exactly he wants with a girl like Ashleigh. Then we have his hot, sexy and dangerous twin brother Camden coming in a way that makes you think he wants more but it's all a game. Two brothers and only one Ashleigh something every girl dreams off but when these two brothers come in watch out. They are different from each other but in reality they both want Ashleigh for their own reasons. This was a great way to start the series and man the way these two bring this world to life was awesome. L.P. Dover just rocked in this book and this is the first part of the Jameson brothers cannot wait to see what Ashleigh will do with these two.
"I received an eBook copy from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own."
"I received an eBook copy from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own."
June 26, 2019
My Rating: 3.5/5 stars!
I've been wanting to read some MMA/ boxing rom reads and this was the first one I decided to try. This had so much potential. When I first started reading it and a potential threesome (with twin brothers nonetheless... ew no!) in this storyline was looking more and more probable I almost DNFed it.. but thank goodness I didn't because the plotline got better and nowhere near where I thought it was heading.
I liked Ryley enough as the main male lead but I'm nowhere near a fan of Ashleigh. I found her annoying, selfish and her decision-making skills sucked! This is only the introduction to this series, and to Ryley and Ashleigh's full story so I've got my fingers crossed she'll grow on me in their next book (or at least smarten up).
I found Gabriella (Ashleigh's best friend) a more interesting character in comparison to Ashleigh and considering the second part of this introduction novellas centers around her, I'm more eager to continue on with the series.
Camden (Ryley's twin) seems to be the troublemaker in this scenario and I'm curious to read more about his story and why he has issues with Ryley.
All in all - an okay read. Looking forward to reading the rest of the books in the series and getting to know the other characters and their stories.
I've been wanting to read some MMA/ boxing rom reads and this was the first one I decided to try. This had so much potential. When I first started reading it and a potential threesome (with twin brothers nonetheless... ew no!) in this storyline was looking more and more probable I almost DNFed it.. but thank goodness I didn't because the plotline got better and nowhere near where I thought it was heading.
I liked Ryley enough as the main male lead but I'm nowhere near a fan of Ashleigh. I found her annoying, selfish and her decision-making skills sucked! This is only the introduction to this series, and to Ryley and Ashleigh's full story so I've got my fingers crossed she'll grow on me in their next book (or at least smarten up).
I found Gabriella (Ashleigh's best friend) a more interesting character in comparison to Ashleigh and considering the second part of this introduction novellas centers around her, I'm more eager to continue on with the series.
Camden (Ryley's twin) seems to be the troublemaker in this scenario and I'm curious to read more about his story and why he has issues with Ryley.
All in all - an okay read. Looking forward to reading the rest of the books in the series and getting to know the other characters and their stories.
March 15, 2023
Overall Rating: 5 🌟
Spice Rating: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Usually I skip the novellas, but for this series, it was very much necessary. I'm glad I didn't skip it because this book was goooood. I can never pass up a book about twin MMA fighters making a no-strings attached arrangement with a confident woman. But man did this book have its twists and turns!
The spice was great, but it was the plot (specifically the ending) that made this book for me and intrigued me to read the rest of the series. I literally read like 4 books in a row and had to force myself to stop and take a break. And the characters had a surprising amount of depth. I was honestly just expecting this to be a smut fest with some fun MMA scenes and a protective hero, but it was so much more than that.
Say what you want about "The Twins of Terror," Ryley and Camden (and trust me, you WILL have a lot to say when you finish this), but they are some of the most persistent MCs I've ever seen. And they sure had the charm & sexiness to back it up.
I loved Ashleigh from the start. She was confident, funny, sexually free (how often do you see that!), and sassy without trying too hard or being the annoying "not-like-other-girls" type. The author made it clear that while she has plenty experience in the bedroom, ultimately she knows what she wants from each relationship and will settle for nothing less.
This won't be everyone's cup of tea (I sure wouldn't entertain or put up with some of the things they do or say), but I really did love this book and I'd recommend it. If it's not your thing, cool, but if you're on the fence or are intrigued, you won't be disappointed.
Spice Rating: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Usually I skip the novellas, but for this series, it was very much necessary. I'm glad I didn't skip it because this book was goooood. I can never pass up a book about twin MMA fighters making a no-strings attached arrangement with a confident woman. But man did this book have its twists and turns!
The spice was great, but it was the plot (specifically the ending) that made this book for me and intrigued me to read the rest of the series. I literally read like 4 books in a row and had to force myself to stop and take a break. And the characters had a surprising amount of depth. I was honestly just expecting this to be a smut fest with some fun MMA scenes and a protective hero, but it was so much more than that.
Say what you want about "The Twins of Terror," Ryley and Camden (and trust me, you WILL have a lot to say when you finish this), but they are some of the most persistent MCs I've ever seen. And they sure had the charm & sexiness to back it up.
I loved Ashleigh from the start. She was confident, funny, sexually free (how often do you see that!), and sassy without trying too hard or being the annoying "not-like-other-girls" type. The author made it clear that while she has plenty experience in the bedroom, ultimately she knows what she wants from each relationship and will settle for nothing less.
This won't be everyone's cup of tea (I sure wouldn't entertain or put up with some of the things they do or say), but I really did love this book and I'd recommend it. If it's not your thing, cool, but if you're on the fence or are intrigued, you won't be disappointed.
October 22, 2023
A Fighter's Desire Part 1
This started as an interesting read and I had no idea where it was going to go. Two brothers who fight in the UFC who like to share girls but only once. When they're introduced to Ash she turns them down but they don't give up on her. Camden turns out to be a bit of a prick and it's Ryley that shows her his true side. At the end Ash must choose Ryley or her best friend she has been secretly in love with. This ends on a cliffy so I can't wait to read part two.
This started as an interesting read and I had no idea where it was going to go. Two brothers who fight in the UFC who like to share girls but only once. When they're introduced to Ash she turns them down but they don't give up on her. Camden turns out to be a bit of a prick and it's Ryley that shows her his true side. At the end Ash must choose Ryley or her best friend she has been secretly in love with. This ends on a cliffy so I can't wait to read part two.
October 23, 2019
Good book.
I enjoyed this book. It’s actually longer than I thought it would be. It’s a prequel to the series. Camden and Tyler are twins and used to sharing women. Ashleigh is different, she challenges them. Who will she pick? Camden was a jerk, but is Tyler any better? We are left with a shocking ending. There’s more to come and I can wait.
I enjoyed this book. It’s actually longer than I thought it would be. It’s a prequel to the series. Camden and Tyler are twins and used to sharing women. Ashleigh is different, she challenges them. Who will she pick? Camden was a jerk, but is Tyler any better? We are left with a shocking ending. There’s more to come and I can wait.
May 1, 2020
Ryley and Ashleigh
Came across this book in a group and it was a new to me author so I didn’t know what to expect. It was more then I bargained for. It wasn’t what I expected. It was deeper and sexier and kept me reading. The end had me sad. I didn’t know if I wanted that ending or not. Im just excited to read more books of hers now!
Came across this book in a group and it was a new to me author so I didn’t know what to expect. It was more then I bargained for. It wasn’t what I expected. It was deeper and sexier and kept me reading. The end had me sad. I didn’t know if I wanted that ending or not. Im just excited to read more books of hers now!
May 5, 2020
I’m not sure what to say about this book. I was warned that they wouldn’t get their HEA in this book, but I did NOT want Ashleigh to choose Colin. I wanted it to be undecided. I know I will have to keep reading the series to find out what happens to them. Well written story.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 28, 2019
it was super fine
October 26, 2019
Didn't enjoy this. Didn't like the characters. DNF at the halfway mark.
May 5, 2022
Good
Great start to a series I know I’m going to love. Can’t wait to read the next book. New author to me and excited to see what else is written
Great start to a series I know I’m going to love. Can’t wait to read the next book. New author to me and excited to see what else is written
November 30, 2022
Mmmm
Very good read. I'm moving on to book two. I'm hoping its as good as the first one. Can't wait to see what happens.
Very good read. I'm moving on to book two. I'm hoping its as good as the first one. Can't wait to see what happens.
October 14, 2024
interesting
This was my first fighter book. It was interesting but left me hanging. Thanks for the heads up about not being an ending and not a happy one. Yet.
This was my first fighter book. It was interesting but left me hanging. Thanks for the heads up about not being an ending and not a happy one. Yet.
September 28, 2014
*This is my original review for these novellas being in one book, so it contains information about the other prequel novella. Please remember that if reading it.*
I was really excited when I found out about these novellas! Some of the characters appear in this author's other contemporary series and I was really excited that they were getting their own novella and follow on books! Well, sort of lol! This book was split into two parts and the first half was about hot twins that briefly appear in the Second Chances series! Their story was about their relationship with a girl that they both had feelings for! I have to be honest and say that I was expecting these characters story to go in a completely different direction to what it did, but I enjoyed how brief it was, and even though it didn't end the way I wanted it too, I could see that it was best for the characters! The second half of this book was about a different couple who appear in the first half, but only as secondary characters! I loved these characters story! It developed really well and although it had a pretty sad ending, it leaves the next book open for a lot to happen! I've never read a book that's been written like this one, but I did really enjoy it and I'd definitely read a book like this again! The characters were amazing! Ashleigh was the main female character of the first half of this book and she was such a normal, every day person! I really liked her! I did feel sorry for her though because she was so confused about her feelings and everything! She handled it all really well though and I loved that she chose carefully who she really wanted to have a relationship with! Ryley and Camden were the main male characters of the first half of this book and they were so freaking hot! And there were two of them lol! Camden and Ryley were twins and were so similar to each other, but so different! Camden sort of had a stick up his ass, but I could understand why, and Ryley was a complete sweetheart! Both guys liked the same sort of things though and had the same taste in women! Gabriella was the main female character of the second half of this book, and like Ashleigh, she was such a normal, everyday person! Gabriella was Ashleigh's close friend and I have to say that Gabriella had a bit of a devilish side to her! She did something to prove this to me in this book! I have to say that I loved her realisation in this book as well! She knew what she wanted, so all she had to do was get it! Tyler was the main male character of the second half of this book and he was such a hottie! I could see his protective side come out in this book and that told me a lot about him! Tyler's character really intrigued me as he wasn't in this book a lot, but he always made an impression when he was! I can't wait to find out more about him in the next book in this series, especially since it's going to focus on him! I loved that the first half of this book was written from Ashleigh, Ryley and Camden's point of views and that the second half was written from Gabriella and Tyler's point of views! It really helped me connect with all the characters more! I can't wait to read the next book in this series! I know that it's going to be Tyler's story and I'm excited so read it and find out where his story is going to go! The cover for this book is so hot! It suits it perfectly too! Big thank you to L.P. Dover for an ARC of A Fighter's Desire: Part One and to InkSlinger PR for having me on the Blog Tour!
I was really excited when I found out about these novellas! Some of the characters appear in this author's other contemporary series and I was really excited that they were getting their own novella and follow on books! Well, sort of lol! This book was split into two parts and the first half was about hot twins that briefly appear in the Second Chances series! Their story was about their relationship with a girl that they both had feelings for! I have to be honest and say that I was expecting these characters story to go in a completely different direction to what it did, but I enjoyed how brief it was, and even though it didn't end the way I wanted it too, I could see that it was best for the characters! The second half of this book was about a different couple who appear in the first half, but only as secondary characters! I loved these characters story! It developed really well and although it had a pretty sad ending, it leaves the next book open for a lot to happen! I've never read a book that's been written like this one, but I did really enjoy it and I'd definitely read a book like this again! The characters were amazing! Ashleigh was the main female character of the first half of this book and she was such a normal, every day person! I really liked her! I did feel sorry for her though because she was so confused about her feelings and everything! She handled it all really well though and I loved that she chose carefully who she really wanted to have a relationship with! Ryley and Camden were the main male characters of the first half of this book and they were so freaking hot! And there were two of them lol! Camden and Ryley were twins and were so similar to each other, but so different! Camden sort of had a stick up his ass, but I could understand why, and Ryley was a complete sweetheart! Both guys liked the same sort of things though and had the same taste in women! Gabriella was the main female character of the second half of this book, and like Ashleigh, she was such a normal, everyday person! Gabriella was Ashleigh's close friend and I have to say that Gabriella had a bit of a devilish side to her! She did something to prove this to me in this book! I have to say that I loved her realisation in this book as well! She knew what she wanted, so all she had to do was get it! Tyler was the main male character of the second half of this book and he was such a hottie! I could see his protective side come out in this book and that told me a lot about him! Tyler's character really intrigued me as he wasn't in this book a lot, but he always made an impression when he was! I can't wait to find out more about him in the next book in this series, especially since it's going to focus on him! I loved that the first half of this book was written from Ashleigh, Ryley and Camden's point of views and that the second half was written from Gabriella and Tyler's point of views! It really helped me connect with all the characters more! I can't wait to read the next book in this series! I know that it's going to be Tyler's story and I'm excited so read it and find out where his story is going to go! The cover for this book is so hot! It suits it perfectly too! Big thank you to L.P. Dover for an ARC of A Fighter's Desire: Part One and to InkSlinger PR for having me on the Blog Tour!
May 3, 2015
Ashleigh Warren didn’t know what she was getting herself into by agreeing to join her best friends Gabriella (Gabby) at a party. When the MMA Fighter’s the Jameson Twins (aka Twins of Terror), Ryley and Camden proposition Ashleigh she thought she could handle them. Then they changed the rules on her, which leaves Ashleigh wondering if she could handle both of them. Either way at least she would enjoy trying.
I was given this in exchange for an honest review.
Ashleigh is a quiet, kind hearted college student who enjoys having a small group of friends. Her best friend Gabby and she are studying for the same career but Gabby is also trying to break into the MMA like her older brother Matt. Ashleigh only agrees to go to the after party with Gabby as it the first time Gabby’s brother has agreed to let them go but the first stop was the fight. Meeting Ryley, Ashleigh’s thought he was an arrogant, self-centered jerk. What she didn’t know was that he was only one of two arrogant, self-centered jerks. It took a bit but when Ashleigh found out that the jerk she ran into at the party was Camden, Ryley’s twin brother. This of course doesn’t work in either brother’s favor.
Ryley’s has spent the past few years trying to be a person whom his late father would be proud of. There is no denying that he’s has a kind heart but he’s all alpha male. He has let the fame go to his head like his twin has but the moment he meets Ashleigh, she’s made him want to be a man his late father would be proud of. He knows that he wants Ashleigh and if he has to share her to get her then he’ll pull out all the stops to make her his in the end.
Camden has spent his life in his twins shadow or at least that is how he’s always felt. Of the two he has the darker soul but still very alpha male and stars in many girl’s bad boy fantasies. The moment he saw Ashleigh he wanted to show her just how different they truly were. Coming up with the idea for her to spend a night with each separately before she could have them at the same time was Camden’s ways of trying to prove he was better than his brother.
This is the 1st novella in the Gloves Off series and L.P. Dover hit it out of the park. Both Ryley and Camden has something about them that every girl wants. The bad boy fighters come up with a plan to get the one woman they both want. Hello, talk about living out a fantasy. I have to give Ashleigh credit for not jumping at it the first time they bring it up and how she doesn’t give into them so easily. Ashleigh’s night with Camden was definitely memorable and I thought it was fitting. With that said, Ryley does get screwed until he proves to her that she is making a mistake in thinking that they are both the same. Being an identical twin doesn’t mean they are identical in every way and Ryley proves this. This is a great start to the series which I’m looking forward to reading.
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I was given this in exchange for an honest review.
Ashleigh is a quiet, kind hearted college student who enjoys having a small group of friends. Her best friend Gabby and she are studying for the same career but Gabby is also trying to break into the MMA like her older brother Matt. Ashleigh only agrees to go to the after party with Gabby as it the first time Gabby’s brother has agreed to let them go but the first stop was the fight. Meeting Ryley, Ashleigh’s thought he was an arrogant, self-centered jerk. What she didn’t know was that he was only one of two arrogant, self-centered jerks. It took a bit but when Ashleigh found out that the jerk she ran into at the party was Camden, Ryley’s twin brother. This of course doesn’t work in either brother’s favor.
Ryley’s has spent the past few years trying to be a person whom his late father would be proud of. There is no denying that he’s has a kind heart but he’s all alpha male. He has let the fame go to his head like his twin has but the moment he meets Ashleigh, she’s made him want to be a man his late father would be proud of. He knows that he wants Ashleigh and if he has to share her to get her then he’ll pull out all the stops to make her his in the end.
Camden has spent his life in his twins shadow or at least that is how he’s always felt. Of the two he has the darker soul but still very alpha male and stars in many girl’s bad boy fantasies. The moment he saw Ashleigh he wanted to show her just how different they truly were. Coming up with the idea for her to spend a night with each separately before she could have them at the same time was Camden’s ways of trying to prove he was better than his brother.
This is the 1st novella in the Gloves Off series and L.P. Dover hit it out of the park. Both Ryley and Camden has something about them that every girl wants. The bad boy fighters come up with a plan to get the one woman they both want. Hello, talk about living out a fantasy. I have to give Ashleigh credit for not jumping at it the first time they bring it up and how she doesn’t give into them so easily. Ashleigh’s night with Camden was definitely memorable and I thought it was fitting. With that said, Ryley does get screwed until he proves to her that she is making a mistake in thinking that they are both the same. Being an identical twin doesn’t mean they are identical in every way and Ryley proves this. This is a great start to the series which I’m looking forward to reading.
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November 24, 2014
Part one focuses on the Jameson twins, a force to be reckoned with in the ring and out of it. They are two identical yet completely different men. Ryley and Camden have been through a lot in life and their reactions to the past have helped to mold who they are today. They both do love a challenge and that is exactly what Ashleigh is. Ashleigh is Gabriella's best friend and when she goes to a fight with Gabby, she gets a bit more than she has bargained for. The Jameson twins are known for their sexual exploits and the woman line up around the block for a chance at one night with them. When Ryley sets his sights on Ashleigh and approaches her, he is shot down immediately. When Camden approaches her later, he is shot down as well. This confounds the twins and they decide to step up their game and make a wager with Ashleigh. Yet when emotions get involved in any capacity in a situation like this, it is bound to get messy. Where Camden is a total jerk, Ryley is sweet and thoughtful. Their differences and personalities come out in full force and Ashleigh must choose what she wants and who she wants it with.
This first novella is hot! Ashleigh is not short of suitors and she must make a decision as to who and what she wants. She is in love with someone that she cannot have and decides to take matters into her own hands. She is an intelligent girl, a Marine Biology major, yet she is not so wise in the ways of emotion and love. When she enters into the Jameson twin's agreement, she understands that things could get dicey, but when it all first begins, she has no idea what is going to happen and where it will all lead. She may be book smart, but that girl was not mentally connected or well versed with some of the issues at hand. Her street smarts needed some developing.
Ryley and Camden appear to be identical in almost every way but as Ashleigh interacts with them, we see that their looks and chosen career are the only things that are the same. Their personalities and tendencies are completely different and come out into full force in this story. Camden expects the world, and by extension, Ashleigh to fall at his feet, and anything else resembling effort is a waste of his time. Ryley may have at one time functioned that way, but his sweet side is displayed here. He woos Ashleigh and they take a leap. When things go South, emotions are muddled and hearts are hurt. I cannot wait to read Ryley's Revenge and see what happens in the end.
This first part was hot and sweet and emotional. It was an up and down affair and at times I wanted to take Ashleigh aside and talk some sense into her! The connection between Ryley and Ashleigh is one that had potential and a spark to consume. LP Dover introduces some incredible characters, giving us just a glimpse. I am excited to see where their stories take them.
This first novella is hot! Ashleigh is not short of suitors and she must make a decision as to who and what she wants. She is in love with someone that she cannot have and decides to take matters into her own hands. She is an intelligent girl, a Marine Biology major, yet she is not so wise in the ways of emotion and love. When she enters into the Jameson twin's agreement, she understands that things could get dicey, but when it all first begins, she has no idea what is going to happen and where it will all lead. She may be book smart, but that girl was not mentally connected or well versed with some of the issues at hand. Her street smarts needed some developing.
Ryley and Camden appear to be identical in almost every way but as Ashleigh interacts with them, we see that their looks and chosen career are the only things that are the same. Their personalities and tendencies are completely different and come out into full force in this story. Camden expects the world, and by extension, Ashleigh to fall at his feet, and anything else resembling effort is a waste of his time. Ryley may have at one time functioned that way, but his sweet side is displayed here. He woos Ashleigh and they take a leap. When things go South, emotions are muddled and hearts are hurt. I cannot wait to read Ryley's Revenge and see what happens in the end.
This first part was hot and sweet and emotional. It was an up and down affair and at times I wanted to take Ashleigh aside and talk some sense into her! The connection between Ryley and Ashleigh is one that had potential and a spark to consume. LP Dover introduces some incredible characters, giving us just a glimpse. I am excited to see where their stories take them.
October 6, 2020
Camden got what he deserved! Hope it isn't the end between her and the Riley though so I might continue with this series
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