Every night, when I go to sleep, I wonder if I'm going to see them, hear them, feel them. For thirteen years, my life was hell and now I'm just trying to keep all the broken pieces together so I can have a somewhat normal life. Then I had to meet him and everything changed.
Twenty-two year-old Jenna Lang is one of the best computer techs in Colorado, if not the country. Known for her eccentric appearance as much as for her intelligence, she keeps all of her secrets closely guarded, never letting anyone close. And no one has ever really tried. Not until twenty-eight year-old billionaire Rylan Archer decides to test the walls Jenna's put up, forcing her to wonder if maybe it's time to let someone in.
Don't miss Broken Pleasures, the prequel to M.S. Parker's newest dark and sizzling Pleasures series.
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BLURB: Every night, when I go to sleep, I wonder if I'm going to see them, hear them, feel them. For thirteen years, my life was hell and now I'm just trying to keep all the broken pieces together so I can have a somewhat normal life. Then I had to meet him and everything changed.
Twenty-two year-old Jenna Lang is one of the best computer techs in Colorado, if not the country. Known for her eccentric appearance as much as for her intelligence, she keeps all of her secrets closely guarded, never letting anyone close. And no one has ever really tried. Not until twenty-eight year-old billionaire Rylan Archer decides to test the walls Jenna's put up, forcing her to wonder if maybe it's time to let someone in.
Don't miss Broken Pleasures, the prequel to M.S. Parker's newest dark and sizzling Pleasures series.
As it says this is a prequel to 'Forbidden Pleasures' and as such it did its job, it gave enough to entice and intrigue. This is an interesting read the main female character Jenna is incredible, she's strong, intelligent and independent she makes no excuses for the fact that she likes sex, on her terms and rarely using the same partner more than once. She's tattooed and her hair is currently bright blue and she makes no excuses for who she is but then she's so much more than we see, she has a past which is only touched upon and nightmares which give us a hint at what she's been through. Rylan Archer is the billionaire software genius who seems to see beyond Jenna's front and he's nothing if not persistent could he be the one to break through her walls? This book held me completely, I loved both Jenna and Rylan and really want things to work out, I want to know about her past and I've got my fingers crossed for her future. I read a review which mentioned a Rylan from X Factor, I've just looked him up online and I'm so glad I'd no idea who he was because its not an image I wanted while reading this book.
Jenna Lang is a self made woman with a past. She needs the no strings attached sex, her choice, her control, her rules. Her appearance reflects her attitude, the blue hair, tattoos, and piercings all make people underestimate her. She owns her own computer tech business and she is in demand for her skills.
Rylan Archer is a self made billionaire that keeps trying to hire Jenna as his head tech. Rylan makes Jenna willing give up some of the control she needs. Can he have her changing her rules?
I enjoyed the start to this new series. Jenna is cautious and has a past, that hurts. I like the depth of her character. I am enjoying this one and can't wait to see where Rylan and Jenna go in Forbidden Pleasures.
It amazes how many books Ms Parker has, yet they are all different and oh so entertaining. I am especially excited that Forbidden Pleasures will be a full length novel.
As usual Ms Parker didn't disappoint with the start of this new series! She is easily becoming one my favourite authors in this genre.
This is a prequel to her new Pleasures series and I cant wait for the next instalment Forbidden Pleasures to be released.
This sets you up for Jenna and Rylan and I really want to know more about Jenna's past that leads her to be so adverse to closeness - if that is even the right term for what I am trying to say. Jenna uses guys for sex and on her terms and never with same guy more than once, so when Rylan enters her world as her new client and potential boss if he gets his way - he could be the one to break through her defences.
A short brilliant read that definatley leaves you wanting to find out more about Jenna and how the relationship between her and Rylan will devlope.
What an amazing story. I am loving Jenna. People shouldn't judge who you are by what u look like and that is what happens to Jenna. We get a glimpse of what happened to Jenna. When she meets Rylan I just couldn't get enough of them together. Amazing story and can't wait to see what happens next
STARS: 5 POV: First SERIES: Yes CLIFFHANGER: No (but left you wanting more!!)
Jenna is not your girl next door. She is far from innocent and sweet. She uses men for one purpose and one purpose only. Men are just an outlet to have an orgasm and it’s always on her terms. Jenna is always in control and never does a repeat performance. She is self-employed and is good at what she does (she’s a computer tech). Jenna is pierced, tattooed, with blue dyed hair. Not what you would say your average computer tech would look like at all!
I loved her character in the sense that MS Parker gave us enough of a peak into her past to make her very intriguing. I want to know more about her. There’s obviously something very dark there and causes her to keep her distance from many things when it comes to the opposite sex.
Now Rylan comes into the pictures and puts everything inside Jenna to the ultimate test. He is a young billionaire that hired her to help with his company. The attraction was immediate and neither could deny it. However, there was something about Rylan that scared her and she fought his advances with everything inside her. I enjoyed Rylan’s character and cannot wait to see where the series will take us with these two.
I am addicted to MS Parker’s writing style and I love her characters and stories. This book is no exception. I highly recommend getting this prequel and get ready for her new series! Go 1-click! <3
This was a quick read but boy did it get the job done. I'm hooked! I'm interested to see how things progress between Jenna and Rylan.
Jenna Lang is a brilliant freelance computer tech who is tatted up, has blue hair and keeps people at a distance. She's used to being judged because of her appearance and has some secrets that prevent her from getting close to anyone. She calls the shots, fucks with her eyes open and doesn't mix business with pleasure. Then she meets gorgeous, equally brilliant Rylan Archer when he hires her for a security job and things heat up from there. Jenna is intrigued and is fighting her attraction to Rylan but can she hold out?
Although a short read this prequel caught my attention and left me wanting more. I wanted more on Jenna's past but I'm assuming that will be revealed in the next novel. Also, there were some grammatical errors but it wasn't anything excessive. I'm anticipating the next book and am ready to see what unfolds for our two techies!
~I received a free copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads Review Team~ Broken Pleasures is the prequel to Forbidden Pleasures. Broken Pleasures gives us a glimpse into Jenna Lang’s life and touches briefly on how things were when she was younger. Rylan Archer is a self-made billionaire who seeks out Jenna’s help with a security breach at his software company. The attraction between Jenna and Rylan is electric and I can’t wait to see what happens in Forbidden Pleasures. We got a taste of their chemistry and I can’t wait for more! Characters: The characters were well written and believable. Sex: yes Religious: no Would I recommend to others: yes More than one book in the series: yes Genre: Romance Would I read more by this author: yes ~Wicked Reads Review Team~
Oh wow i need me a Rylan or two..you will never be disappointed in a book from ms parker...Jenna lang is a freelance computer tech but you would never know it with her blue hair and tattoos and piercings buy shes good at what she does and is in high demand when she takes a job for archer enterprises she is immediately attracted to rylan archer. But is she really there to do a job or for other reasons when she learns rylan has done his research on her. Jenna is set to go away to a conference for a weekend where she hopes to escape and have a random out of town hook up yo satisfy her itch...but what she doesnt expect is to see rylan at the conference. Will Jenna cross the line with Rylan and scratch her itch with him and give in to her own desires Another five star read from ms parker cannot wait for the next instalment of this series
This was a good start to a potentially hot series. I do hate serials, but couldnt resist this one. I love the writer's frank style. Jenna Lang is everything that a woman shouldnt be; brash, independant and forward. I'm dying to know the whole of her secrets. The bits and pieces of what we do get only fueled my curiosity. Rylan was a complete mystery. I expected him to rush in and take charge. He didn't, he let her set the pace and lead their encounters. I can't wait to see where these two go. It's a terrible tease to give piecemeal bits of the story, but I'm hooked now so I'll stick with it. I'm only glad that I can power through them all since i dont have a ton of patience to wait for the end. All in all it was a good story with plenty of intriguing twists. Good, fresh characters that were funny, hot and scandalous all at once.
Jenna is my favorite heroine from Ms. Parker. She's strong, smart, independent and damaged. Computer geeks are a rare breed and Jenna just fits in, right along with Rylan. Brains are extremely attractive, having a snarky attitude adds sexiness. Her uniqueness is intentional and beautiful, tattoos and jewelry are meant to test people's reactions. Rylan looks past it and sees her, without challenge just understanding. But, she is damaged as is hinted through nightmares and comments. Can Rylan bring her peace or does she even want it? Be prepared for the next as I believe it's a full sized novel. My copy was given for an honest review.
OMG,this writing goddess has done it again. Broken pleasure 0.5 the prequel is so hot,sexy,lustful,and may I say you will be on pins and needles until the series comes out in February. Come on m.s. parker that alone is torture but throw in all the great chemistry and the chase between jenna and rylan and all the intrigue and suspense, now that is just pure torture and sineful, but this writing goddess really knows how to tell a story and leave you craving more. Will jennas past haunt her future or will rylan break down the walls that she hidesires behind. Stay tuned, because I know I definitely will.
Broken and Beautiful. Scarred but Brilliant. Hiding but in plain sight Lenna Lang is in computer secutiries and writing code for your business protection is her specialty. Self employed and contracting herself out has left her exactly how she wants to be...IN CONTROL. Until she meets her next client.. Archer. This is a serial series that will have you squirming in your seat to get to the next page! Sensual and scorching Archer can turn the ever stron willed Jenna inot a puddle of goo! And she loves and hates the fact that he can do that to her. Fighting the urge to run is what we can lookforward to in this exciting new series by M.S Parker!
Wow! Introducing Jenna in this prequel was brilliantly written. With valuably hidden messages and cleverly detailed scenarios, M.S. Parker's newest series is going to be outstanding! Jenna's sexual desires, intelligence and a secretive past kept me intrigued throughout the book. Unveiling her darkest hopes and fears is going to be tough. Can she allow anyone to penetrate her walls? Will Rylan push her too far? Or win her over? Broken Pleasures 0.5 has a message and it was well received. I can't wait for Forbidden Pleasures.
*An ARC copy was provided in exchange for an honest review*
Well hot damn!!! I'm in need of more PLEASE!!!
Jenna is totally the kind if chic that moves to the rhythm of her own drum and she kicks ass at it!!! Definitely proves that people should not judge others based on their looks.
Oh... And Rylan! I sooo love a man who is a massive hottie with some smarts & success. I'll take one please!
Dying to see what's to come for this duo!!
M.S. Parker you always blow me away with your books!!!
I have read quite a few of this author's series so far and if the prequel is any indication, Broken Pleasures is going to be another one that I love!
Jenna is a firecracker- she has plenty of secrets in her past waiting to be revealed but she comes across as an intelligent and beautiful woman who rocks blue hair and tattoos. Rylan may be a billionaire CEO but we get glimpses of a normal fairly down to earth guy inside the hot, polished exterior. When they are in the same room, you can feel the sizzle between them. I can't wait to see what is up next for them!
"I received a free copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads."
I am a big fan of Ms Parker's and this teaser prequel gives every indication of another super series coming our way. I could be best friends with both the main protagonists, and definitely will enjoy being a voyeur on their future encounters. Snap this up quick whilst it is free, and get set for the ride!
LOVE Jenna! LOVE Rylan!! Two very intelligent people that are computer whizzes and yet, so different!!! As are all of M.S. Parker's books, this one is a great book!!! Jenna is out there!! Hopefully we find out why she is the way she is with sex, as the series progresses! Most of M.S. Parker's books having me screaming NO at the very end, but this one had me laughing and saying "yeah right, good luck with that one!" Looking forward to the next book in this series!! A must read, for sure!!!
So many questions in my head after reading this prequel. M S parker gives you just enough information, to pull you into the story. I like the character Jenna Lang . I feel as her story emerges so will my emotions. Will the sexy billionaire Rylan Archer, be able to get through her impenetrable walls. This story is only going to get hotter and darker. Just my kind of book. Cannot wait for the next book in the series!
Jenna lang is not what everyone would think she is bright, sexy ,colorful computer Tec and with a past but as you read in this story she does know what she is and herself . I find I like the book even though I'm not knowledgeable on computers myself but I can't wait to see how this character and this series of books plays out. love m.s parkers books.
Omg... M.S. Parker has done it again! Just when I think she could not write a better series she writes another one and I fall in love all over again! I have to say so far Jenna is my favorite heroine of all M.S.'s characters. She does not take crap from anyone and takes care of herself. I can already tell this is gonna be my favorite series by far!
What an amazing story. Although a short read this prequel caught my attention and left me wanting more. I wanted to know more about Jenna's past. I love Jenna and Rylan!!! They are two very intelligent people that are computer gods and yet, so different. They look great together. I'm looking forward to the next book in this series!! A must read, for sure!!!
Didn't realise when I first starting reading this book that it was a prequel as I started reading it as part of the full collection pack.
While I liked it and I wanted to read on - I'm still not entirely sure if I'm going to like the main female lead. Now, I'm all for strong, female characters and yes, we need more of them... but I'm struggling at the moment to identify with her.
Whether it's the blue hair, piercings, tattoo's and interesting sense of style that Jenna has going on that I have an issue with, or if its her promiscuity and somewhat interesting approach to picking up men to satisfy her sexual needs that turns me off her - I'm not yet decided...but there's something that doesn't quite sit right at the moment.
Don't get me wrong. I'm all for individuality, and it is nice to not have a female lead that's always dressed up to the nines and perfect, but maybe it's the attitude that goes with it that reminds of a few of the angst-filled-world-hating grungy girls that I remember from my own past that gets a little under my skin. I guess I'll have to read on to find out just who Jenna is, and why she acts the way she does.
I'm very much liking the sound of Rylan Archer though. Not sure I'd be able to keep pushing him away quite as much as Jenna does. For that reason alone, I'll keep going with the series to see where this inital encounter leads.