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The Bennett Family #7
Your Fierce Love
*A sizzling romance from a USA TODAY BESTSELLING Author*
*This book is a standalone*
The strong and sexy Blake Bennett is downright irresistible. And Clara Abernathy is doing everything she can to resist his charm. After spending her life in group homes, Clara yearns for the love and warmth of a true family. With the Bennetts treating her like their own, she can't possibly fall for Blake. That would be crossing a line...
But when Clara needs a temporary place to live, and she accepts Blake’s offer to move next door to him, things escalate. Suddenly, she’s not only supposed to resist the man who’s hell-bent on having her, but the TV station she works for is determined to dig up some dirt on the Bennett family.
Blake knows family friends are off-limits, and Clara is more off-limits than anyone. But Clara’s sweetness and sass fill a hole in him he wasn’t even aware of. Soon, he finds himself gravitating toward her, willing to do anything to make her happy.
Blake enjoys bending the rules—much more than following them, but will bending this one be taking it too far?
*This book is a standalone*
The strong and sexy Blake Bennett is downright irresistible. And Clara Abernathy is doing everything she can to resist his charm. After spending her life in group homes, Clara yearns for the love and warmth of a true family. With the Bennetts treating her like their own, she can't possibly fall for Blake. That would be crossing a line...
But when Clara needs a temporary place to live, and she accepts Blake’s offer to move next door to him, things escalate. Suddenly, she’s not only supposed to resist the man who’s hell-bent on having her, but the TV station she works for is determined to dig up some dirt on the Bennett family.
Blake knows family friends are off-limits, and Clara is more off-limits than anyone. But Clara’s sweetness and sass fill a hole in him he wasn’t even aware of. Soon, he finds himself gravitating toward her, willing to do anything to make her happy.
Blake enjoys bending the rules—much more than following them, but will bending this one be taking it too far?
334 pages, ebook
First published July 29, 2017
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About the author
Layla Hagen
75 books4,650 followersWelcome! My name is Layla Hagen and I am a Contemporary Romance author.
I fell in love with books when I was nine years old, and my love affair with stories continues even now, many years later.
I write romantic stories and can’t wait to share them with the world.
And I drink coffee. Lots of it, in case the photo didn’t make it obvious enough ;)
I fell in love with books when I was nine years old, and my love affair with stories continues even now, many years later.
I write romantic stories and can’t wait to share them with the world.
And I drink coffee. Lots of it, in case the photo didn’t make it obvious enough ;)
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July 27, 2017
*****4 STARS*****
{ARC Generously Provided by Author}
For those of you who enjoy a story with an abundance of steam and very little angst or drama, this book is for you. YOUR FIERCE LOVE is the seventh installment in the Bennett Family series and it revolves around Blake Bennett and Clara Abernathy.
Clara has been friends with Pippa and Summer for quite some time and is loved by the entire Bennett clan. They consider her an honorary member of the family, which means everything to her as she was orphaned at a very young age and grew up in the foster care system. Her earlier days were far from idyllic and she always longed for a loving family. Clara’s lease on her apartment ends in a couple of days and the condo she was supposed to move into is still under construction. Blake Bennett comes to her rescue when he offers her the apartment next to his which is above the bar he co-owns with his sister. The apartment is newly renovated and he offers her to stay as long as she wants--RENT FREE!! Clara is a little hesitant to accept because she doesn’t want to take advantage of Blake’s generosity but also she has had the biggest crush on him for quite some time and being that close in proximity to him could become a challenge for her.
While Clara thinks the attraction is one-sided, Blake has had a secret crush on her as well. He’s been known to be a huge player but that’s only because women have taken advantage of him for his wealth in the past. It’s caused him to be extra cautious with his personal relationships. As soon as Clara accepts his offer, he goes out of his way to make her feel at home and he also starts pursuing her romantically. He seems to have a one-track mind and it’s consumed with his fierce attraction towards Clara.
Blake has a serious challenge ahead of him as not everyone believes that his intentions towards Clara are honorable. His brothers and even Clara seem to think that this is just a passing fling and when things eventually come to an end between them, both Clara and the Bennett’s will lose a very special friendship. It’s going to take everything he’s got to prove to them all that he sees a forever kind of love with Clara.
Does this couple have what it takes to live out a happily ever after together?
YOUR FIERCE LOVE releases on August 1st.
Pre-Order: https://draft2digital.com/book/248059
{ARC Generously Provided by Author}
For those of you who enjoy a story with an abundance of steam and very little angst or drama, this book is for you. YOUR FIERCE LOVE is the seventh installment in the Bennett Family series and it revolves around Blake Bennett and Clara Abernathy.
Clara has been friends with Pippa and Summer for quite some time and is loved by the entire Bennett clan. They consider her an honorary member of the family, which means everything to her as she was orphaned at a very young age and grew up in the foster care system. Her earlier days were far from idyllic and she always longed for a loving family. Clara’s lease on her apartment ends in a couple of days and the condo she was supposed to move into is still under construction. Blake Bennett comes to her rescue when he offers her the apartment next to his which is above the bar he co-owns with his sister. The apartment is newly renovated and he offers her to stay as long as she wants--RENT FREE!! Clara is a little hesitant to accept because she doesn’t want to take advantage of Blake’s generosity but also she has had the biggest crush on him for quite some time and being that close in proximity to him could become a challenge for her.
While Clara thinks the attraction is one-sided, Blake has had a secret crush on her as well. He’s been known to be a huge player but that’s only because women have taken advantage of him for his wealth in the past. It’s caused him to be extra cautious with his personal relationships. As soon as Clara accepts his offer, he goes out of his way to make her feel at home and he also starts pursuing her romantically. He seems to have a one-track mind and it’s consumed with his fierce attraction towards Clara.
Blake has a serious challenge ahead of him as not everyone believes that his intentions towards Clara are honorable. His brothers and even Clara seem to think that this is just a passing fling and when things eventually come to an end between them, both Clara and the Bennett’s will lose a very special friendship. It’s going to take everything he’s got to prove to them all that he sees a forever kind of love with Clara.
Does this couple have what it takes to live out a happily ever after together?
YOUR FIERCE LOVE releases on August 1st.
Pre-Order: https://draft2digital.com/book/248059
August 8, 2017
Holy Smokes y'all. I really enjoyed this steamy little read. Blake and Clara definitely brought the heat and sweet in the seventh installment of The Bennett Family series. Can you say wall sex? Yep, I'm down with that any and everywhere!
Here's the breakdown: Clara has been a family friend and co-worker of the Bennetts for many years. She's considered part of the family and is super close to many of the siblings. However, one Bennett in particular thinks of her as more than friends and plans to do whatever it takes to make her his.
What I loved:
Blake is sinfully sexy! He’s giving, sweet, and thoughtful. The relationship development between him and Clara is super cute because of his awesomeness. I’m a sucker for a man who goes after what he wants and makes his woman his priority.
Clara is a great heroine. She’s hard-working, loyal, and sweet. He backstory is heartbreaking, but makes her character even more likable. I love that she’s adamant about making it on her own and not using her connection to a wealthy family to enhance her position in life.
The family ties and match making shenanigans are always a bonus with the Bennett!
Overall, this is another great addition to the series. I enjoyed the sweet and sexy story. I’d recommend this book to romance lovers who enjoy series that feature family ties, wealthy male leads, and the friends to lovers trope.
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Here's the breakdown: Clara has been a family friend and co-worker of the Bennetts for many years. She's considered part of the family and is super close to many of the siblings. However, one Bennett in particular thinks of her as more than friends and plans to do whatever it takes to make her his.
What I loved:
Blake is sinfully sexy! He’s giving, sweet, and thoughtful. The relationship development between him and Clara is super cute because of his awesomeness. I’m a sucker for a man who goes after what he wants and makes his woman his priority.
Clara is a great heroine. She’s hard-working, loyal, and sweet. He backstory is heartbreaking, but makes her character even more likable. I love that she’s adamant about making it on her own and not using her connection to a wealthy family to enhance her position in life.
The family ties and match making shenanigans are always a bonus with the Bennett!
Overall, this is another great addition to the series. I enjoyed the sweet and sexy story. I’d recommend this book to romance lovers who enjoy series that feature family ties, wealthy male leads, and the friends to lovers trope.
For more of my reviews:
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March 11, 2020
3 Underwhelmed Stars
When Clara Abernathy faces some housing issues, Blake Bennett offers her the place next door to him, what neither realises is that being in such close proximity would bring the attraction they have felt simmering to the surface. And whilst Clara is wary of endangering their friendship and the relationship she has with the Bennett family, Blake is determined to show her they are meant to be.
The plot and characters were so promising at the start, but whilst the author tried to cultivate a tantalising level of sexual intensity and heat - she never really pulled it off.
Depth was needed when it came to the main characters. At times some of the dialogue felt a little forced and didn't help conjure the heat and energy I wanted.
I didn't hate the book, but it's not one I can say I loved or truly liked, the word that comes to my mind is that it was ok-ish, that being said I did enjoy the close family bond that exists within the Bennett family.
When Clara Abernathy faces some housing issues, Blake Bennett offers her the place next door to him, what neither realises is that being in such close proximity would bring the attraction they have felt simmering to the surface. And whilst Clara is wary of endangering their friendship and the relationship she has with the Bennett family, Blake is determined to show her they are meant to be.
The plot and characters were so promising at the start, but whilst the author tried to cultivate a tantalising level of sexual intensity and heat - she never really pulled it off.
Depth was needed when it came to the main characters. At times some of the dialogue felt a little forced and didn't help conjure the heat and energy I wanted.
I didn't hate the book, but it's not one I can say I loved or truly liked, the word that comes to my mind is that it was ok-ish, that being said I did enjoy the close family bond that exists within the Bennett family.
September 24, 2018
The title of this book is Your Fierce Love. FIERCE is the key word. But nothing is FIERCE about this book.
The story plot is very promising. Blake and Clara have been harboring feeling to each other. Clara is cautious because she does not want ruins their friendship. So when Claira is having trouble finding a place to stay, Blake comes to her rescue. He offers his next to door empty apartment to Claire. The their suppose to be FIERCE love happening.
However, I found their love story and steamy sex is.... moderate. Nothing so FIERCE or scaling hot about them.
I try to like Blake. But there is no character depth on him. And Clara.... she is bland. She is not fierce independent woman. She is damsel in distress.
Anyhow, I do not hate this book but I do not like/ love it either.
3 lukewarm stars
The story plot is very promising. Blake and Clara have been harboring feeling to each other. Clara is cautious because she does not want ruins their friendship. So when Claira is having trouble finding a place to stay, Blake comes to her rescue. He offers his next to door empty apartment to Claire. The their suppose to be FIERCE love happening.
However, I found their love story and steamy sex is.... moderate. Nothing so FIERCE or scaling hot about them.
I try to like Blake. But there is no character depth on him. And Clara.... she is bland. She is not fierce independent woman. She is damsel in distress.
Anyhow, I do not hate this book but I do not like/ love it either.
3 lukewarm stars
June 13, 2022
Nun habe ich auch den 7.Teil der Bennetts beendet und irgendwie spüre ich schon den Abschied von dieser Familie und dabei will ich das gar nicht. Hier lernen wir Blake und Clara kennen und auch diese zwei sind ganz besonders süß. Man spürt das Knistern der beiden ab der ersten Seiten bzw eigentlich hat man es schon im Vorgängerband gesehen. Ich bewundere Layla, das sie ohne viel Drama eine spannende Geschichte schreibt. Jedes Mal wenn man ein Buch beendet hat, bekommt schon den Vorgeschmack auf den Hauptprotagonisten des nächsten Bandes. Ich freue mich jedoch wieder bald weiterzulesen.
4,5 Sterne
4,5 Sterne
August 5, 2017
Favorite Quotes:
Sweet baby Jesus on a unicorn. What am I supposed to do with this?
I feel like I should be mad at you for being sneaky… I can’t… I happen to abide by the rule that sneakiness is allowed for a good cause.
You have that post-hanky-panky glow that only comes from excellent hanky-panky.
Glow? I’m so far past glowing, I’m practically a neon sign.
There is no right moment. Just right now.
My Review:
I enjoyed this delightful and charming friends to lovers story from start to finish. I have unfailingly cherished each and every one of Layla Hagen’s beguiling stories as well as her adorable and endearing characters. Her writing guarantee a pleasant and entertaining read and Your Fierce Love upped the ante by also providing a winsome, well matched, clever, and fun-loving couple with minimal conflict or angst. I loved their clever and feisty bantering and quick-witted teasing. This series just continues to get better and better with each sweet and atomically steamy installment.
Sweet baby Jesus on a unicorn. What am I supposed to do with this?
I feel like I should be mad at you for being sneaky… I can’t… I happen to abide by the rule that sneakiness is allowed for a good cause.
You have that post-hanky-panky glow that only comes from excellent hanky-panky.
Glow? I’m so far past glowing, I’m practically a neon sign.
There is no right moment. Just right now.
My Review:
I enjoyed this delightful and charming friends to lovers story from start to finish. I have unfailingly cherished each and every one of Layla Hagen’s beguiling stories as well as her adorable and endearing characters. Her writing guarantee a pleasant and entertaining read and Your Fierce Love upped the ante by also providing a winsome, well matched, clever, and fun-loving couple with minimal conflict or angst. I loved their clever and feisty bantering and quick-witted teasing. This series just continues to get better and better with each sweet and atomically steamy installment.
August 1, 2017
ARC provided by author in exchange for an honest review
One by one it seems the Bennett siblings are being taken off the single market and leaving their hearts in San Francisco. In Your Fierce Love, Blake Bennett is now the sibling with a target on his back. Yes ladies, Layla Hagen has readers up in a frenzy as Blake Bennett tries to show Clara Abernathy that his attraction to her is beyond fierce.
His muscular build and tapered waist make him look athletic. Scratch that. They make him look the definition of sexy and sinful.”
Clara is that family friend who has been recently adopted into the Bennett’s family dynamic of close friends. Clara didn’t grow up like the Bennetts as she was in the foster care system and so when the Bennett family embraced her into their unit, she loved it. So when she needed a place to stay, while her house is being done, Blake Bennett offered her a place to stay rent free. How could Clara turned down this offer especially she gets to gawk and admire Blake from a close distance. Little did she knew, Blake also has his eyes set on Clara.
With little angst and a whole lot of sexual tension thrown into the mix, it was only a matter of time till Blake and Clara crossed and blurred the lines of their friendship. But what happens when deep feelings begins to run deep, will Blake and Clara get their happily ever after of forever like Blake’s other siblings? Or will this relationship just be a fling?
Your Fierce Love is a sexy fast paced romance that was passion driven with little drama thrown into the mix. So if you are looking for a romance that had a sweet balance of love, family, and steam then this book is for you.
Layla Hagen
One by one it seems the Bennett siblings are being taken off the single market and leaving their hearts in San Francisco. In Your Fierce Love, Blake Bennett is now the sibling with a target on his back. Yes ladies, Layla Hagen has readers up in a frenzy as Blake Bennett tries to show Clara Abernathy that his attraction to her is beyond fierce.
His muscular build and tapered waist make him look athletic. Scratch that. They make him look the definition of sexy and sinful.”Clara is that family friend who has been recently adopted into the Bennett’s family dynamic of close friends. Clara didn’t grow up like the Bennetts as she was in the foster care system and so when the Bennett family embraced her into their unit, she loved it. So when she needed a place to stay, while her house is being done, Blake Bennett offered her a place to stay rent free. How could Clara turned down this offer especially she gets to gawk and admire Blake from a close distance. Little did she knew, Blake also has his eyes set on Clara.
With little angst and a whole lot of sexual tension thrown into the mix, it was only a matter of time till Blake and Clara crossed and blurred the lines of their friendship. But what happens when deep feelings begins to run deep, will Blake and Clara get their happily ever after of forever like Blake’s other siblings? Or will this relationship just be a fling?
Your Fierce Love is a sexy fast paced romance that was passion driven with little drama thrown into the mix. So if you are looking for a romance that had a sweet balance of love, family, and steam then this book is for you.
Layla Hagen
July 25, 2017
This was my first Layla Hagen book but I can confidently say it won't be my last. While this is the seventh book in The Bennett Family series it holds its own as a standalone and you don't need to read the other books to enjoy Your Fierce Love. Sometimes, I find when books within a series are labeled as standalone they can lack proper character development. Not this book. Layla nailed the character development in this one, and while my interest in the other characters is definitely piqued, I don't feel like I've missed out by not reading them first.
Both Blake and Clara are very likable MC's, and I was rooting for their romance from the get-go. It is a forbidden romance of sorts, mainly because Clara is so protective of her relationship with the Bennetts, cherishing and valuing it because she didn't have that growing up (or mostly didn't.) So, the family is important to her and she worries she will mess up a good thing by getting involved with Blake.
Blake is extremely determined though, and he doesn't give her the opportunity to back away because he knows she wants him as much as he wants her.
I liked the build up of their relationship, and how sweet and caring Blake was while at the same time he's all man. The romantic and sexy times were hot without going too far and perfectly to my taste. There was no doubt they shared intense chemistry, and you could tell the bond was growing stronger the more they fell in love. All of that leaped off the pages of my Kindle and it was so heartwarming.
The main reason my rating isn't higher is due to two things that happened toward the end of the story that took away from my enjoyment. The first was the confrontation with her bosses. In reality, they wouldn't have given up that easily and I just couldn't accept it as credible. Then, when her secret was revealed the reactions of both characters was, significantly, lacking in emotional depth. I should have felt her pain, her concern, her fear, her panic, but I didn't. Those scenes require more heightened emotion and more tension, in my opinion. I wanted to feel an ache in my chest, but I didn't. It just felt like a plot device that was hurdling toward an inevitable end.
Now that I've gotten that off my chest, I can say this is still a perfectly lovely romance and it ticks along at a nice, consistent pace. It would make a great summer beach read.
For me, one of the best things about this book is it has ignited my interest in this family and I really want to read the other books now. I ADORED the family dynamic, and all the siblings, and the close knit feel, and how they all supported one another. Loved it! I'm definitely going to check out some of the other books starting with Logan because, aagh!! I loved him. Seriously, I think I might have a Logan fetish because anytime I come across that name in a book I just have to read it and I invariably fall head over heels in love. So, I'm off to download Logan and Nadine's book now.
Actual 3.5 stars.
Thanks to the author and Inkslinger PR for providing an ARC of this book which I have voluntarily reviewed. This review will appear on my blog in due course.
Both Blake and Clara are very likable MC's, and I was rooting for their romance from the get-go. It is a forbidden romance of sorts, mainly because Clara is so protective of her relationship with the Bennetts, cherishing and valuing it because she didn't have that growing up (or mostly didn't.) So, the family is important to her and she worries she will mess up a good thing by getting involved with Blake.
Blake is extremely determined though, and he doesn't give her the opportunity to back away because he knows she wants him as much as he wants her.
I liked the build up of their relationship, and how sweet and caring Blake was while at the same time he's all man. The romantic and sexy times were hot without going too far and perfectly to my taste. There was no doubt they shared intense chemistry, and you could tell the bond was growing stronger the more they fell in love. All of that leaped off the pages of my Kindle and it was so heartwarming.
The main reason my rating isn't higher is due to two things that happened toward the end of the story that took away from my enjoyment. The first was the confrontation with her bosses. In reality, they wouldn't have given up that easily and I just couldn't accept it as credible. Then, when her secret was revealed the reactions of both characters was, significantly, lacking in emotional depth. I should have felt her pain, her concern, her fear, her panic, but I didn't. Those scenes require more heightened emotion and more tension, in my opinion. I wanted to feel an ache in my chest, but I didn't. It just felt like a plot device that was hurdling toward an inevitable end.
Now that I've gotten that off my chest, I can say this is still a perfectly lovely romance and it ticks along at a nice, consistent pace. It would make a great summer beach read.
For me, one of the best things about this book is it has ignited my interest in this family and I really want to read the other books now. I ADORED the family dynamic, and all the siblings, and the close knit feel, and how they all supported one another. Loved it! I'm definitely going to check out some of the other books starting with Logan because, aagh!! I loved him. Seriously, I think I might have a Logan fetish because anytime I come across that name in a book I just have to read it and I invariably fall head over heels in love. So, I'm off to download Logan and Nadine's book now.
Actual 3.5 stars.
Thanks to the author and Inkslinger PR for providing an ARC of this book which I have voluntarily reviewed. This review will appear on my blog in due course.
January 12, 2018
Audiobook
August 3, 2017
“She beckons to me on a visceral level, her sweetness and passion pulling me in like a magnet. I will make this woman mine.”
Boy oh boy! I don’t know about you guys, but when I hear that there is a new Bennett Family book coming out, I can’t help but be just positively giddy about it. I am addicted the strength and love of the Bennett Family and honestly can not get enough of them!
Your Fierce Love is the 7th book in this series, but can be read as a stand alone novel. Your Fierce Love follows the story of Blake and Clara. Ever since Clara was little, she always wanted a place of her own. Growing up in group home after group home made her lonelier than ever, but hopeful that love and real family do exist. Meeting the Bennett Family was the best thing that ever happened to her. They welcomed her into their clan and treated them as one of their own. So, naturally when Clara needs a place to live, Blake doesn’t even think twice about letting her stay in the apartment next door to him. Clara is off limits in more ways than one, but Blake can’t help the pull he feels towards her. She’s sassy, sweet and all kinds of sexy and before long Blake will be desperate to make Clara his. Will Clara be able to resist the man that she wants more than her next breath? There’s only one way to find out…
I have to say I just loved this book. I am a sucker for friends to lovers romance and boy could I not get enough of this one. The moment Clara and Blake are around one another, the sparks just fly. And with two meddling sisters, Blake didn’t stand a chance. They may have given the push, but Blake is a man that knows what he wants and isn’t afraid to go after it. I loved the chemistry and push between Clara and Blake and could not wait to see how their story would unfold.
Your Fierce Love was everything that I wanted and then some. I loved the characters, the story-line and the setting. This book made me swoon and gave me all the feels. Your Fierce Love is a wonderful addition to the Bennett Family Series and I can not wait to see what this author has lined up for us next.
*I was provided an ARC copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review*
Boy oh boy! I don’t know about you guys, but when I hear that there is a new Bennett Family book coming out, I can’t help but be just positively giddy about it. I am addicted the strength and love of the Bennett Family and honestly can not get enough of them!
Your Fierce Love is the 7th book in this series, but can be read as a stand alone novel. Your Fierce Love follows the story of Blake and Clara. Ever since Clara was little, she always wanted a place of her own. Growing up in group home after group home made her lonelier than ever, but hopeful that love and real family do exist. Meeting the Bennett Family was the best thing that ever happened to her. They welcomed her into their clan and treated them as one of their own. So, naturally when Clara needs a place to live, Blake doesn’t even think twice about letting her stay in the apartment next door to him. Clara is off limits in more ways than one, but Blake can’t help the pull he feels towards her. She’s sassy, sweet and all kinds of sexy and before long Blake will be desperate to make Clara his. Will Clara be able to resist the man that she wants more than her next breath? There’s only one way to find out…
I have to say I just loved this book. I am a sucker for friends to lovers romance and boy could I not get enough of this one. The moment Clara and Blake are around one another, the sparks just fly. And with two meddling sisters, Blake didn’t stand a chance. They may have given the push, but Blake is a man that knows what he wants and isn’t afraid to go after it. I loved the chemistry and push between Clara and Blake and could not wait to see how their story would unfold.
Your Fierce Love was everything that I wanted and then some. I loved the characters, the story-line and the setting. This book made me swoon and gave me all the feels. Your Fierce Love is a wonderful addition to the Bennett Family Series and I can not wait to see what this author has lined up for us next.
*I was provided an ARC copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review*
September 13, 2019
Im siebten Band geht es um Blake Bennett und um Clara Abernathy. Clara ist schon eine Weile Freundin der Bennetts. Blake betreibt eine Bar und hilft Clara aus der Patsche. Klar, dass es zwischen den beiden das Knistern anfängt und der Rest der Familie wieder gern mithilft, die zwei zusammenzubringen.
Auch wieder ein gelungener Teil. Wieder gibt es Probleme und wieder werden diese toll gelöst. Ich mochte den Humor und den Schlagabtausch zwischen den beiden sehr. Ich konnte des Öfteren Schmunzeln.
Wie in jedem Band der Reihe, ist der Schreibstil locker und leicht, so dass sich das Buch richtig schnell weglesen lässt. Allerdings ziehe ich auch hier wieder einen Stern ab, weil mir die Erotik zu groß geschrieben wird. Cover finde ich auch gelungen.
Ein Schmöker für zwischendurch, der wirklich Spaß gemacht hat.
Auch wieder ein gelungener Teil. Wieder gibt es Probleme und wieder werden diese toll gelöst. Ich mochte den Humor und den Schlagabtausch zwischen den beiden sehr. Ich konnte des Öfteren Schmunzeln.
Wie in jedem Band der Reihe, ist der Schreibstil locker und leicht, so dass sich das Buch richtig schnell weglesen lässt. Allerdings ziehe ich auch hier wieder einen Stern ab, weil mir die Erotik zu groß geschrieben wird. Cover finde ich auch gelungen.
Ein Schmöker für zwischendurch, der wirklich Spaß gemacht hat.
June 10, 2019
Endlich komme ich mal wieder dazu eine Rezension zu schreiben, denn momentan geht es leider bei mir drunter und drüber, doch der heutige Feiertag wird deswegen gut genutzt. Also lasst mich zu Diamonds For Love - Glühende Leidenschaft kommen. Und wie ihr sicher mittlerweile alle wisst, bin ich ja wirklich ein Fan der Reihe und dieser (mittlerweile der 7) Teil der Reihe bildet da keine Ausnahme.
Was passiert in diesem Buch?
Clara ist mittlerweile seit einigen Jahren mit der Familie Bennett befreundet, gehört sogar zu den Adoptierten-Bennetts, gerade da sie ohne Familie auswachsen musste liebt sie diese große chaotische Familie wie ihre eigene. Nur bei Blake fängt ihr Herz schneller an zu klopfen, nur probiert sie diese Tatsache tunlichst zu ignorieren. Als Clara jedoch plötzlich ohne Wohnung dasteht und Blake ihr die neben seiner anbietet, wird es ziemlich schwer ihr wildes Herzklopfen zu ignorieren. Doch kann das zwischen ihnen gut gehen oder würde es das Verhältnis zur Bennett Familie ruinieren?
Konnten mich die Protagonisten überzeugen?
Ja auf jeden Fall!
Clara kennen wir schon aus dem sechsten Buch Betörende Blicke da sie früher die Assistentin von Nate Parker war. Schon in diesem Buch fand ich sie wirklich sympathisch, loyal und nett, natürlich war sie da nur ein Nebencharakter wodurch man sie nur am Rande erlebt hat. Doch jetzt wo man sie näher kennenlernen durfte ist sie sogar noch besser. Denn Clara ist eine starke und nicht auf den Mund gefallene Frau, die einen genauen Plan von ihrem Leben hat und lieber nicht zu viele Risiken eingeht. Was ich persönlich vollkommen verstehen konnte, da sie eine wirklich prägende Kindheit hatte und lieber auf Nummer sicher geht, als alles aufs Spiel zu setzen. Auch ihre sehr überschwängliche und leicht verrückte Seite fand ich sehr ansprechend, wenn auch manchmal etwas anstrengend. Aber hey, wer sich wie ein kleines Kind über einen Balkon voller Blumen freuen kann, der bleibt definitiv jung und hat Spaß im Leben. Also ja, ich mochte Clara als Protagonistin wirklich gerne.
Tja und Blake, ich kann verstehen, warum dieser Charakter der Liebling der Autorin ist. Er ist ein wirklich wunderbarer Mann. Er ist auf der einen Seite ein absoluter Familienmensch und wirklich nichts kommt vor dieser. Auf der anderen Seite ist er sexy und manchmal etwas herrisch und einfach nur unglaublich toll, aber er ist eben auch romantisch und sehr beschützerisch was Clara angeht. Diese ganze Mischung machte ihn wirklich perfekt. Was ich an ihm noch sehr toll fand war, dass er seinen ganz eigenen Weg gefunden hat. Der Großteil seiner Geschwister arbeitet bei Bennett Enterprises der Firma der drei ältesten Geschwister. Aber er hat mit seiner Bar und den drei Restaurants (die er mit seiner Schwester Alice führt) einen eigenen Weg für sich gefunden, der ihn glücklich macht und das zeugt für mich von viel Mut. Immerhin wäre es eine sichere Sache gewesen in die Familienfirma einzusteigen. Und diesen Mut beweist Blake definitiv auch, wenn es um seine Beziehung zu Clara geht.
Denn obwohl die Chemie schon von Anfang an, zwischen den beiden gestimmt hat, war es (besonders für Clara) eine schwierige Entscheidung dieser nachzugeben. Aber Blake hat sie gedrängt, weil er genau wusste, dass sie dasselbe fühlt, wie er. Ansonsten war die Beziehung der beiden auch allgemein wirklich wundervoll. Die Chemie stimmte. Der Sex stimmte. Aber auch all die kleinen Momente dazwischen passten perfekt. Es war einfach wundervoll und hat mein Herz höher schlagen lassen.
Gab es etwas, was mir nicht gefallen hat?
Leider ja und das ist auch der Grund, warum das Buch keine 5 Sterne für mich bekommt.
Zum einen war das die Situation mit Claras Boss, die mir nicht ganz so gefallen hat. Claras Reaktion fand ich vollkommen in Ordnung. Auch konnte ich Blakes irgendwo verstehen. Dass der Boss allerdings so schnell klein beigegeben hat, das fand ich leider ein wenig unrealistisch.
Der zweite Punkt war Claras Geheimnis welches zum Ende des Buches hin gelüftet wurde. Sowohl die Reaktion von Clara als auch von Blake fand ich leider ein wenig daneben und mir fehlten irgendwo dabei auch die Emotionen. Das hätte man etwas anders regeln können für meinen Geschmack.
Gab es etwas, was ich noch erwähnen muss?
Etwas was ich an dieser Stelle einfach immer erwähnen muss, wenn ich ein Buch über die Bennett-Familie rezensiere, ist natürlich die Familie selbst. Für mich steht eines fest (also Layla sollte das irgendwie bei dir ankommen) ich würde liebend gerne eine adoptierte Bennett werden! Diese Familie ist einfach so toll. Loyal und wundervoll chaotisch, doch dabei auch so liebevoll. Ich liebe die Dynamik zwischen ihnen einfach und freue mich immer wieder zu erleben, wie diese außergewöhnliche Familie wächst.
Wie ist meine abschließende Meinung zum Buch?
Heißes Herzklopfen ist nicht ohne Grund das Lieblingsbuch der Autorin selbst (könnt ihr übrigens in dem Blogtour Beitrag von Anika nachlesen). Die Geschichte ist süß, sexy, bietet wieder einen wundervollen Einblick in die Bennett-Familie und bereitet einem beim lesen ganz schlicht und einfach Herzklopfen. Eine wunderbare Mischung.
Was passiert in diesem Buch?
Clara ist mittlerweile seit einigen Jahren mit der Familie Bennett befreundet, gehört sogar zu den Adoptierten-Bennetts, gerade da sie ohne Familie auswachsen musste liebt sie diese große chaotische Familie wie ihre eigene. Nur bei Blake fängt ihr Herz schneller an zu klopfen, nur probiert sie diese Tatsache tunlichst zu ignorieren. Als Clara jedoch plötzlich ohne Wohnung dasteht und Blake ihr die neben seiner anbietet, wird es ziemlich schwer ihr wildes Herzklopfen zu ignorieren. Doch kann das zwischen ihnen gut gehen oder würde es das Verhältnis zur Bennett Familie ruinieren?
Konnten mich die Protagonisten überzeugen?
Ja auf jeden Fall!
Clara kennen wir schon aus dem sechsten Buch Betörende Blicke da sie früher die Assistentin von Nate Parker war. Schon in diesem Buch fand ich sie wirklich sympathisch, loyal und nett, natürlich war sie da nur ein Nebencharakter wodurch man sie nur am Rande erlebt hat. Doch jetzt wo man sie näher kennenlernen durfte ist sie sogar noch besser. Denn Clara ist eine starke und nicht auf den Mund gefallene Frau, die einen genauen Plan von ihrem Leben hat und lieber nicht zu viele Risiken eingeht. Was ich persönlich vollkommen verstehen konnte, da sie eine wirklich prägende Kindheit hatte und lieber auf Nummer sicher geht, als alles aufs Spiel zu setzen. Auch ihre sehr überschwängliche und leicht verrückte Seite fand ich sehr ansprechend, wenn auch manchmal etwas anstrengend. Aber hey, wer sich wie ein kleines Kind über einen Balkon voller Blumen freuen kann, der bleibt definitiv jung und hat Spaß im Leben. Also ja, ich mochte Clara als Protagonistin wirklich gerne.
Tja und Blake, ich kann verstehen, warum dieser Charakter der Liebling der Autorin ist. Er ist ein wirklich wunderbarer Mann. Er ist auf der einen Seite ein absoluter Familienmensch und wirklich nichts kommt vor dieser. Auf der anderen Seite ist er sexy und manchmal etwas herrisch und einfach nur unglaublich toll, aber er ist eben auch romantisch und sehr beschützerisch was Clara angeht. Diese ganze Mischung machte ihn wirklich perfekt. Was ich an ihm noch sehr toll fand war, dass er seinen ganz eigenen Weg gefunden hat. Der Großteil seiner Geschwister arbeitet bei Bennett Enterprises der Firma der drei ältesten Geschwister. Aber er hat mit seiner Bar und den drei Restaurants (die er mit seiner Schwester Alice führt) einen eigenen Weg für sich gefunden, der ihn glücklich macht und das zeugt für mich von viel Mut. Immerhin wäre es eine sichere Sache gewesen in die Familienfirma einzusteigen. Und diesen Mut beweist Blake definitiv auch, wenn es um seine Beziehung zu Clara geht.
Denn obwohl die Chemie schon von Anfang an, zwischen den beiden gestimmt hat, war es (besonders für Clara) eine schwierige Entscheidung dieser nachzugeben. Aber Blake hat sie gedrängt, weil er genau wusste, dass sie dasselbe fühlt, wie er. Ansonsten war die Beziehung der beiden auch allgemein wirklich wundervoll. Die Chemie stimmte. Der Sex stimmte. Aber auch all die kleinen Momente dazwischen passten perfekt. Es war einfach wundervoll und hat mein Herz höher schlagen lassen.
Gab es etwas, was mir nicht gefallen hat?
Leider ja und das ist auch der Grund, warum das Buch keine 5 Sterne für mich bekommt.
Zum einen war das die Situation mit Claras Boss, die mir nicht ganz so gefallen hat. Claras Reaktion fand ich vollkommen in Ordnung. Auch konnte ich Blakes irgendwo verstehen. Dass der Boss allerdings so schnell klein beigegeben hat, das fand ich leider ein wenig unrealistisch.
Der zweite Punkt war Claras Geheimnis welches zum Ende des Buches hin gelüftet wurde. Sowohl die Reaktion von Clara als auch von Blake fand ich leider ein wenig daneben und mir fehlten irgendwo dabei auch die Emotionen. Das hätte man etwas anders regeln können für meinen Geschmack.
Gab es etwas, was ich noch erwähnen muss?
Etwas was ich an dieser Stelle einfach immer erwähnen muss, wenn ich ein Buch über die Bennett-Familie rezensiere, ist natürlich die Familie selbst. Für mich steht eines fest (also Layla sollte das irgendwie bei dir ankommen) ich würde liebend gerne eine adoptierte Bennett werden! Diese Familie ist einfach so toll. Loyal und wundervoll chaotisch, doch dabei auch so liebevoll. Ich liebe die Dynamik zwischen ihnen einfach und freue mich immer wieder zu erleben, wie diese außergewöhnliche Familie wächst.
Wie ist meine abschließende Meinung zum Buch?
Heißes Herzklopfen ist nicht ohne Grund das Lieblingsbuch der Autorin selbst (könnt ihr übrigens in dem Blogtour Beitrag von Anika nachlesen). Die Geschichte ist süß, sexy, bietet wieder einen wundervollen Einblick in die Bennett-Familie und bereitet einem beim lesen ganz schlicht und einfach Herzklopfen. Eine wunderbare Mischung.
May 27, 2021
Schon der 7.Band über die Bennett-Familie,
und auch wenn mich der nahende Abschied so langsam ein bisschen traurig macht,
habe ich die gemeinsame Zeit mit Blake & Clara doch erst einmal sehr genossen.
Bereits ab der ersten Seite machte sich wieder dieses Wohlgefühl breit
und ich war total verliebt in die Chemie zwischen Blake & Clara.
Die Funken flogen und es knisterte gewaltig.
Hach, das war so herrlich, süß und unterhaltsam. ♥
Blake steht seinen Brüdern in Charme & Sexyness in nichts nach.
Außerdem hat er ein wirklich großes Herz
& einen stark ausgeprägten Beschützerinstinkt – seiner Familie & Clara gegenüber.
Im 6. Teil der Reihe hatte Clara ihren ersten Auftritt.
Ich fand sie schon zuvor sehr sympathisch,
und hab es hier sehr genossen, sie näher kennen zu lernen.
Obwohl Claras Vergangenheit von Einsamkeit und Betrübtheit geprägt ist,
ist Clara zu einer wirklich lieben und netten Frau herangewachsen,
die zwar nicht auf den Mund gefallen,
oft aber auch zurückhaltend und vorsichtig ist.
Die Geschichte ist wieder einmal richtig süß, etwas kitschig und natürlich sexy,
und hat natürlich auch den gewohnten Bennett-Charme zu bieten.
Nichtsdestotrotz fehlte der Handlung manchmal etwas Pep.
Auch die paar wenigen Konfliktsituationen,
und der lauernde Ärger im Hintergrund brachten nur wenig Abwechslung.
Wie gewohnt, alles sehr harmonisch, beschaulich,
aber entzückend.
4 Sterne.
und auch wenn mich der nahende Abschied so langsam ein bisschen traurig macht,
habe ich die gemeinsame Zeit mit Blake & Clara doch erst einmal sehr genossen.
Bereits ab der ersten Seite machte sich wieder dieses Wohlgefühl breit
und ich war total verliebt in die Chemie zwischen Blake & Clara.
Die Funken flogen und es knisterte gewaltig.
Hach, das war so herrlich, süß und unterhaltsam. ♥
Blake steht seinen Brüdern in Charme & Sexyness in nichts nach.
Außerdem hat er ein wirklich großes Herz
& einen stark ausgeprägten Beschützerinstinkt – seiner Familie & Clara gegenüber.
Im 6. Teil der Reihe hatte Clara ihren ersten Auftritt.
Ich fand sie schon zuvor sehr sympathisch,
und hab es hier sehr genossen, sie näher kennen zu lernen.
Obwohl Claras Vergangenheit von Einsamkeit und Betrübtheit geprägt ist,
ist Clara zu einer wirklich lieben und netten Frau herangewachsen,
die zwar nicht auf den Mund gefallen,
oft aber auch zurückhaltend und vorsichtig ist.
Die Geschichte ist wieder einmal richtig süß, etwas kitschig und natürlich sexy,
und hat natürlich auch den gewohnten Bennett-Charme zu bieten.
Nichtsdestotrotz fehlte der Handlung manchmal etwas Pep.
Auch die paar wenigen Konfliktsituationen,
und der lauernde Ärger im Hintergrund brachten nur wenig Abwechslung.
Wie gewohnt, alles sehr harmonisch, beschaulich,
aber entzückend.
4 Sterne.
October 22, 2017
★¸¸.•*¨*•★Minor spoilers alert★•*¨*•.¸¸★
I’m still such a huge fan of this contemporary family series. Clara and Blake’s love story now ranks as one of my top favorites in the Bennett Family series. Their close physical proximity as neighbors bumped up their fall into lust and love quite delightfully. And I really loved some of the smaller swoon-worthy things Blake did like buying Clara her dream bookcase as a housewarming present when she moved into his vacant and neighboring apartment. Basically, this 7th installment had all the elements I’ve come to expect – humor, lots of sexy moments, Bennett family togetherness time and an interesting snag for the two protagonists to overcome.
I’m so excited to see that it will also be available in audiobook format next month on the 7th of November. As an audiobook junkie, a complete series re-read via audiobook – once I have them all collected in that format – is looking like a definite must for me.
Up next in the series is Your One True Love about Daniel (Blake’s twin brother) and his second chance romance with his college sweetheart Caroline.
I’m still such a huge fan of this contemporary family series. Clara and Blake’s love story now ranks as one of my top favorites in the Bennett Family series. Their close physical proximity as neighbors bumped up their fall into lust and love quite delightfully. And I really loved some of the smaller swoon-worthy things Blake did like buying Clara her dream bookcase as a housewarming present when she moved into his vacant and neighboring apartment. Basically, this 7th installment had all the elements I’ve come to expect – humor, lots of sexy moments, Bennett family togetherness time and an interesting snag for the two protagonists to overcome.
I’m so excited to see that it will also be available in audiobook format next month on the 7th of November. As an audiobook junkie, a complete series re-read via audiobook – once I have them all collected in that format – is looking like a definite must for me.
Up next in the series is Your One True Love about Daniel (Blake’s twin brother) and his second chance romance with his college sweetheart Caroline.
July 20, 2017
The Bennetts have mastered the art of romance. When they fall, it's quickly, completely and forever. Ms. Hagen keeps the love flowing and hearts glowing, this time with Blake's headlong plunge into the abyss. His chance at cloud nine is Clara. Clara is a dreamer. Life has not been kind and her dreams always seem to fall through. The realist in her knows to keep it's distance, yet the little girl in her longs for happiness. Clara and Blake take sensuality to the sky and beyond as they tumble headfirst into love. Ms. Hagen runs away with the heart. She takes a little more with each Bennett, she reveals. A master thief is she, but I never seem to mind.
June 27, 2019
Das Cover gefällt mir wieder sehr gut. Die dunkelgrüne Farbe passt zu Blake.
Das ist mittlerweile der 7. Band der Diamonds for Love Reihe und ich kann einfach immer noch nicht genug von den Bennetts bekommen.
In diesem Teil findet Blake seine Traumfrau, wobei er Clara schon seit einiger Zeit kennt, da sie zu den „adoptierten Bennetts“ gehört. Sie hat früher mit Nate zusammengearbeitet, bevor dieser mit Alice nach London gezogen ist. Mit ihrem neuen Chef kommt Clara aber nicht sehr gut zurecht und auch privat hat sie nicht viel Glück. Ihre neue Traumwohnung wird nicht zum gewünschten Termin fertig, wodurch sie keine Bleibe zum Wohnen hat. Blake bietet ihr deshalb an in der Nachbarwohnung zu bleiben, bis ihre Wohnung fertig renoviert ist. Wie bereits durch die anderen Werke gewohnt, dauert es nicht lang bis die Funken zwischen den beiden sprühen.
Ich mochte Blake ja schon aus den anderen Teilen sehr gerne und habe mich umso mehr auf seine Geschichte gefreut. Er hat sich nicht in den Familienbetrieb eingefunden, sondern seine eigene Bar eröffnet, die er sehr erfolgreich führt. Auch Clara war mir sofort sympathisch und die beiden haben ein wirklich süßes Pärchen abgegeben. Es gab viele schöne Szenen und mein Highlight waren mal wieder die Familientreffen. Hach da schlägt mein Herz einfach jedes Mal höher.
Leider muss ich aber gestehen, dass mir dieses Buch nicht so viel Freue bereit hat, wie die anderen Teile. Ich weiß nicht woran es lag, aber hier wollte der Funke einfach nicht so überspringen. Zwar mag ich die Protagonisten sehr, aber ihre Geschichte plätscherte nur so vor sich hin. Ok generell sind die Bücher nicht super spannungsgeladen und das Drama hält sich auch in Grenzen. Bei diesem Teil fehlte mir aber einfach etwas um wirklich begeistert zu sein. Die Beziehung zwischen Clara und Blake wurde gut geschrieben, aber leider war alles sehr vorhersehbar und etwas eintönig, Mir ging hierbei einfach alles zu rund. Blake der eigentlich keine Langzeitfreundin gesucht hat, hat überhaupt keine Probleme mit der Beziehung. Claras ekelhafter Chef liefert am Ende auch kein Problem und irgendwie ging mir vieles zu schnell.
Der Schreibstil ist flüssig und locker. Die Seiten fliegen wirklich nur so dahin. Erzählt wird wieder abwechselnd aus Sicht von Clara und Blake. Beide Figuren waren sympathisch und man konnte sich gut in sie hineinversetzen. An expliziten Szenen hat es auch nicht gemangelt, allerdings hätten es auch ruhig weniger sein können. Die Anzahl hat mich noch nicht gestört, aber das Limit war ausgeschöpft, vor allem weil das Potenzial der Geschichte nicht ausgeschöpft wurde.
Das Ende war dann auch nicht so das Gelbe vom Ei. Ich möchte hier nichts verraten, allerdings hätte diese eine Sache nicht unbedingt passieren müssen. Manchmal ist weniger mehr und an dieser Stelle musste ich leider die Augen verdrehen. Insgesamt war es auf keinen Fall ein schlechtes Buch, jedoch haben mir die anderen Teile einfach besser gefallen.
Fazit: Eine schöne Geschichte für zwischendurch, die vor allem wegen den Bennetts wieder toll war. Leider muss ich gestehen, dass Blakes Buch bisher der schwächste Teil der Reihe für mich war. Zwar ist es wieder eine wunderschöne Liebesgeschichte, dennoch fehlte mir das gewisse Etwas, das in den vorherigen Bänden vorhanden war. Ich freue mich trotzdem schon sehr auf das nächste Buch!
Das ist mittlerweile der 7. Band der Diamonds for Love Reihe und ich kann einfach immer noch nicht genug von den Bennetts bekommen.
In diesem Teil findet Blake seine Traumfrau, wobei er Clara schon seit einiger Zeit kennt, da sie zu den „adoptierten Bennetts“ gehört. Sie hat früher mit Nate zusammengearbeitet, bevor dieser mit Alice nach London gezogen ist. Mit ihrem neuen Chef kommt Clara aber nicht sehr gut zurecht und auch privat hat sie nicht viel Glück. Ihre neue Traumwohnung wird nicht zum gewünschten Termin fertig, wodurch sie keine Bleibe zum Wohnen hat. Blake bietet ihr deshalb an in der Nachbarwohnung zu bleiben, bis ihre Wohnung fertig renoviert ist. Wie bereits durch die anderen Werke gewohnt, dauert es nicht lang bis die Funken zwischen den beiden sprühen.
Ich mochte Blake ja schon aus den anderen Teilen sehr gerne und habe mich umso mehr auf seine Geschichte gefreut. Er hat sich nicht in den Familienbetrieb eingefunden, sondern seine eigene Bar eröffnet, die er sehr erfolgreich führt. Auch Clara war mir sofort sympathisch und die beiden haben ein wirklich süßes Pärchen abgegeben. Es gab viele schöne Szenen und mein Highlight waren mal wieder die Familientreffen. Hach da schlägt mein Herz einfach jedes Mal höher.
Leider muss ich aber gestehen, dass mir dieses Buch nicht so viel Freue bereit hat, wie die anderen Teile. Ich weiß nicht woran es lag, aber hier wollte der Funke einfach nicht so überspringen. Zwar mag ich die Protagonisten sehr, aber ihre Geschichte plätscherte nur so vor sich hin. Ok generell sind die Bücher nicht super spannungsgeladen und das Drama hält sich auch in Grenzen. Bei diesem Teil fehlte mir aber einfach etwas um wirklich begeistert zu sein. Die Beziehung zwischen Clara und Blake wurde gut geschrieben, aber leider war alles sehr vorhersehbar und etwas eintönig, Mir ging hierbei einfach alles zu rund. Blake der eigentlich keine Langzeitfreundin gesucht hat, hat überhaupt keine Probleme mit der Beziehung. Claras ekelhafter Chef liefert am Ende auch kein Problem und irgendwie ging mir vieles zu schnell.
Der Schreibstil ist flüssig und locker. Die Seiten fliegen wirklich nur so dahin. Erzählt wird wieder abwechselnd aus Sicht von Clara und Blake. Beide Figuren waren sympathisch und man konnte sich gut in sie hineinversetzen. An expliziten Szenen hat es auch nicht gemangelt, allerdings hätten es auch ruhig weniger sein können. Die Anzahl hat mich noch nicht gestört, aber das Limit war ausgeschöpft, vor allem weil das Potenzial der Geschichte nicht ausgeschöpft wurde.
Das Ende war dann auch nicht so das Gelbe vom Ei. Ich möchte hier nichts verraten, allerdings hätte diese eine Sache nicht unbedingt passieren müssen. Manchmal ist weniger mehr und an dieser Stelle musste ich leider die Augen verdrehen. Insgesamt war es auf keinen Fall ein schlechtes Buch, jedoch haben mir die anderen Teile einfach besser gefallen.
Fazit: Eine schöne Geschichte für zwischendurch, die vor allem wegen den Bennetts wieder toll war. Leider muss ich gestehen, dass Blakes Buch bisher der schwächste Teil der Reihe für mich war. Zwar ist es wieder eine wunderschöne Liebesgeschichte, dennoch fehlte mir das gewisse Etwas, das in den vorherigen Bänden vorhanden war. Ich freue mich trotzdem schon sehr auf das nächste Buch!
March 28, 2019
5/5 Sterne
Diamonds For Love – Heißes Herzklopfen
Roman
von Layla Hagen
Piper Verlag
"So nah und doch unerreichbar?
Als Clara Abernathy die Nachbarwohnung von Blake Bennett bezieht, kann er sein Glück kaum fassen. Wild entschlossen, ihr Herz zu entflammen, sendet er ihr eindeutige Signale, die Clara auch gerne erwidern würde. Doch kann sie das mit ihrem Gewissen vereinbaren? Der unverschämt attraktive Blake ist fast wie ein Bruder für sie, denn seit dem Unfalltod ihrer eigenen Eltern ist Clara in seiner Familie ein gern gesehener Gast. Riskiert sie das gute Verhältnis zur Familie Bennett, wenn sie ihren Gefühlen freien Lauf lässt?
»Wenn ich Bücher zum Wohlfühlen, mit Herz, Humor und Charme benötige, würde ich immer wieder zu den Büchern von Layla Hagen greifen.« bibliophiliehermine.blogspot.de"
Ich bedanke mich bei Netgalley und dem Piper Verlag für das Rezensionsexemplar des Buches.
Dies war mein erstes Buch dieser Autorin und somit auch das erste aus dieser Serie für mich. Die Familie Bennett muss man eigentlich einfach nur lieben, denn sie sind einfach einzigartig. Mir hat dieses Buch unheimlich viel Lust gemacht die anderen Bände dieser Reihe schnellst möglich zu lesen, denn mit ihrem Charme und ihrem Humor hat mich die Familie in ihren Bann gezogen. Ob es nun die kuppelnden Schwestern sind oder die Männer in der Familie, jeder dieser Charaktere hat soviel zu bieten für den Leser. Vermittelt Gefühle, Emotionen und Herzlichkeit. Dies ist auch dem hervorragenden Schreibstil der Autorin geschuldet, welche es schafft dies alles mit ihren Worten an den Leser weiter zu transportieren und ihn somit in der Geschichte gefangen zu nehmen. Diese Liebesgeschichte geht wirklich zu Herzen, nistet sich dort ein und wärmt einen von innen. So sollten gute Liebesromane auch sein, dem Leser ein wohliges und warmes Gefühl vermitteln und ihn hineinziehen. Ich will gar nicht zu viel zum Inhalt verraten, aber soviel kann ich sagen, dass Blake einfach toll war und auch welche hartnäckige aber liebenswerte Art er sein Ziel verfolgte, war wunderbar zu lesen. Ich kann dem Buch einfach nur wunderbare 5/5 Sterne geben.
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Diamonds For Love – Heißes Herzklopfen
Roman
von Layla Hagen
Piper Verlag
"So nah und doch unerreichbar?
Als Clara Abernathy die Nachbarwohnung von Blake Bennett bezieht, kann er sein Glück kaum fassen. Wild entschlossen, ihr Herz zu entflammen, sendet er ihr eindeutige Signale, die Clara auch gerne erwidern würde. Doch kann sie das mit ihrem Gewissen vereinbaren? Der unverschämt attraktive Blake ist fast wie ein Bruder für sie, denn seit dem Unfalltod ihrer eigenen Eltern ist Clara in seiner Familie ein gern gesehener Gast. Riskiert sie das gute Verhältnis zur Familie Bennett, wenn sie ihren Gefühlen freien Lauf lässt?
»Wenn ich Bücher zum Wohlfühlen, mit Herz, Humor und Charme benötige, würde ich immer wieder zu den Büchern von Layla Hagen greifen.« bibliophiliehermine.blogspot.de"
Ich bedanke mich bei Netgalley und dem Piper Verlag für das Rezensionsexemplar des Buches.
Dies war mein erstes Buch dieser Autorin und somit auch das erste aus dieser Serie für mich. Die Familie Bennett muss man eigentlich einfach nur lieben, denn sie sind einfach einzigartig. Mir hat dieses Buch unheimlich viel Lust gemacht die anderen Bände dieser Reihe schnellst möglich zu lesen, denn mit ihrem Charme und ihrem Humor hat mich die Familie in ihren Bann gezogen. Ob es nun die kuppelnden Schwestern sind oder die Männer in der Familie, jeder dieser Charaktere hat soviel zu bieten für den Leser. Vermittelt Gefühle, Emotionen und Herzlichkeit. Dies ist auch dem hervorragenden Schreibstil der Autorin geschuldet, welche es schafft dies alles mit ihren Worten an den Leser weiter zu transportieren und ihn somit in der Geschichte gefangen zu nehmen. Diese Liebesgeschichte geht wirklich zu Herzen, nistet sich dort ein und wärmt einen von innen. So sollten gute Liebesromane auch sein, dem Leser ein wohliges und warmes Gefühl vermitteln und ihn hineinziehen. Ich will gar nicht zu viel zum Inhalt verraten, aber soviel kann ich sagen, dass Blake einfach toll war und auch welche hartnäckige aber liebenswerte Art er sein Ziel verfolgte, war wunderbar zu lesen. Ich kann dem Buch einfach nur wunderbare 5/5 Sterne geben.
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April 2, 2019
Bei "Diamonds for love - Heißes Herzklopfen" von Layla Hagen handelt es sich um den 7. Band der Diamonds for love - Reihe der Autorin, die sich rund um die Bennet-Familie dreht.
In diesem Band spielt dieses Mal Blake Bennett die männliche Hauptrolle. Blake ist ein sehr unabhängiger Charakter, der eine Bar führt und eher als Weiberheld bekannt ist. Auf der Hochzeit seiner Schwester stößt er auf Clara Abernathy. Zwischen den beiden sprühen sofort die Funken, auch wenn insbesondere Clara diesen jedoch nicht nachgeben möchte. Als Blake erfährt, dass Clara quasi obdachlos ist, weil ihr neue Wohnung erst später als zunächst gedacht bezugsfähig wird, bietet er ihr an, in ihre Nachbarwohnung zu ziehen. Clara kann Blake plötzlich nicht mehr ausweichen und muss sich entscheiden, ob sie ihren Gefühlen ihren Lauf lassen möchte.
Die Chemie zwischen Blake und Clara stimmt von Anfang an. Man merkt sehr schnell dass die Beiden, obwohl sie auf den ersten Blick nicht viel verbindet, sehr gut miteinander harmonisieren. Während Blake sich immer eher als der toughe Typ ist, der mehr als selbstsicher auftritt, merkt man bei Clara sehr schnell, dass sie zwar äußerlich auch mehr als selbstbewusst ist, bei näherem Hinsehen jedoch aufgrund ihres Familienhintergrundes auch sehr viele Unsicherheiten unterdrückt.
Die Figuren in diesem Roman können erneut ihren besonderen Charme ausspielen. Man verliebt sich beim Lesen einmal mehr in die Familie Bennett und wünscht sich ein Teil dieser Familie zu sein. Man lacht und leidet mit den Figuren. Durch eine sehr detailgetreue Beschreibung fällt es einem leicht sich in die Figuren hineinzuversetzen.
Indem Layla Hagen auch bekannte Figuren aus den bisherigen Bänden mit in die Handlung einwebt, erfährt man wie nebenbei wie es bei ihnen weitergegangen ist. Dadurch wird die Haupthandlung rund um Blake und Clara von interessanten Nebengeschehnissen sehr gut untermalt.
Layla Hagens Schreibstil ist einmal mehr als mitreißend. Durch ihren lockeren und flüssigen Schreibstil fliegt man nur so durch die Handlung. Ihre bildhafte Sprache sorgt dafür, dass man das Gefühl hat real vor Ort zu sein und die Geschehnisse als stiller Beobachter wahrzunehmen.
Fazit:
Ich für meinen Teil habe "Diamonds for love - Heißes Herzklopfen" von Layla Hagen erneut genossen und freue mich schon sehr auf den nächsten Band "Glühende Leidenschaft", der im Mai erscheinen wird.
Für mich hat dieser Roman eine unbedingte Leseempfehlung verdient!
In diesem Band spielt dieses Mal Blake Bennett die männliche Hauptrolle. Blake ist ein sehr unabhängiger Charakter, der eine Bar führt und eher als Weiberheld bekannt ist. Auf der Hochzeit seiner Schwester stößt er auf Clara Abernathy. Zwischen den beiden sprühen sofort die Funken, auch wenn insbesondere Clara diesen jedoch nicht nachgeben möchte. Als Blake erfährt, dass Clara quasi obdachlos ist, weil ihr neue Wohnung erst später als zunächst gedacht bezugsfähig wird, bietet er ihr an, in ihre Nachbarwohnung zu ziehen. Clara kann Blake plötzlich nicht mehr ausweichen und muss sich entscheiden, ob sie ihren Gefühlen ihren Lauf lassen möchte.
Die Chemie zwischen Blake und Clara stimmt von Anfang an. Man merkt sehr schnell dass die Beiden, obwohl sie auf den ersten Blick nicht viel verbindet, sehr gut miteinander harmonisieren. Während Blake sich immer eher als der toughe Typ ist, der mehr als selbstsicher auftritt, merkt man bei Clara sehr schnell, dass sie zwar äußerlich auch mehr als selbstbewusst ist, bei näherem Hinsehen jedoch aufgrund ihres Familienhintergrundes auch sehr viele Unsicherheiten unterdrückt.
Die Figuren in diesem Roman können erneut ihren besonderen Charme ausspielen. Man verliebt sich beim Lesen einmal mehr in die Familie Bennett und wünscht sich ein Teil dieser Familie zu sein. Man lacht und leidet mit den Figuren. Durch eine sehr detailgetreue Beschreibung fällt es einem leicht sich in die Figuren hineinzuversetzen.
Indem Layla Hagen auch bekannte Figuren aus den bisherigen Bänden mit in die Handlung einwebt, erfährt man wie nebenbei wie es bei ihnen weitergegangen ist. Dadurch wird die Haupthandlung rund um Blake und Clara von interessanten Nebengeschehnissen sehr gut untermalt.
Layla Hagens Schreibstil ist einmal mehr als mitreißend. Durch ihren lockeren und flüssigen Schreibstil fliegt man nur so durch die Handlung. Ihre bildhafte Sprache sorgt dafür, dass man das Gefühl hat real vor Ort zu sein und die Geschehnisse als stiller Beobachter wahrzunehmen.
Fazit:
Ich für meinen Teil habe "Diamonds for love - Heißes Herzklopfen" von Layla Hagen erneut genossen und freue mich schon sehr auf den nächsten Band "Glühende Leidenschaft", der im Mai erscheinen wird.
Für mich hat dieser Roman eine unbedingte Leseempfehlung verdient!
April 30, 2019
€ 10,00 [D], € 10,30 [A]
Erschienen am 02.04.2019
Übersetzt von: Vanessa Lamatsch
320 Seiten, Broschur
EAN 978-3-492-31435-0
Klappentext
Als Clara Abernathy die Nachbarwohnung von Blake Bennett bezieht, kann er sein Glück kaum fassen. Wild entschlossen, ihr Herz zu entflammen, sendet er ihr eindeutige Signale, die Clara auch gerne erwidern würde. Doch kann sie das mit ihrem Gewissen vereinbaren? Der unverschämt attraktive Blake ist fast wie ein Bruder für sie, denn seit dem Unfalltod ihrer eigenen Eltern ist Clara in seiner Familie ein gern gesehener Gast. Riskiert sie das gute Verhältnis zur Familie Bennett, wenn sie ihren Gefühlen freien Lauf lässt?
Zur Autorin
Layla Hagen ist das Pseudonym einer USA-Today-Bestsellerautorin. Sie lebt in Österreich, spricht fließend Englisch, Deutsch und Spanisch, und schreibt am liebsten prickelnde Liebesromane.
Erster Satz
„Auf eine weitere Bennett-Hochzeit“, rufe ich, als ich mit meiner kleinen Schwester anstoße.
Meine Meinung
Da ich ja diese Reihe von Anfang an verfolgt habe, war nun der 7. Teil für mich dran. Der Einstieg in die Geschichte ist mir wieder sehr leicht gefallen, der Schreibstil wie gewohnt sehr flüssig.
Es ging in diesem Teil um Blake und um Clara. Die beiden kennen sich schon seit Jahren und treffen sich auf der Hochzeit von Alice und Nate wieder. Er bekommt mit, dass sie für eine Übergangszeit eine Wohnung braucht und bietet ihr entgegen seinen Prinzipien eine Wohnung in seinem Haus direkt neben ihm an.
Von Anfang merkt an, dass die beiden sich sehr anziehend finden. Natürlich ist klar, wohin das irgendwann führen wird. Wie sich das genau entwickelt, sollt ihr natürlich selbst entdecken.
Der Erotikanteil in dieser Geschichte war ab einem gewissen Zeitpunkt wieder sehr hoch, was man bei dieser Reihe aber ja auch erwartet. Mir haben die erotischen Szenen aber wieder sehr gut gefallen und die Beziehung selbst ist dadurch nicht zur Nebensache geworden.
Ich muss aber sagen, dass es jetzt im 7. Teil dieser Reihe doch langsam zu Ermüdungserscheinungen beim Lesen kommt. Da ich die Bennett-Familie aber sehr ins Herz geschlossen habe, möchte ich die Reihe auf jeden Fall bis zum Ende weiter verfolgen.
Alles in allem hat mir die Liebesgeschichte von Blake und Clara gut gefallen. Das Highlight dieser Reihe stellt für mich aber immer noch die Liebesgeschichte von Alice und Nate dar.
Von mir bekommt Heißes Herzklopfen 4 Sterne.
Cover, Buchdetails und Klappentext: ©Piper Verlag
Infos zur Autorin: ©Piper Verlag
Rezension und Videorezension: ©lenisveasbücherwelt.de
Beitragsbild: ©lenisveasbücherwelt.de
Erschienen am 02.04.2019
Übersetzt von: Vanessa Lamatsch
320 Seiten, Broschur
EAN 978-3-492-31435-0
Klappentext
Als Clara Abernathy die Nachbarwohnung von Blake Bennett bezieht, kann er sein Glück kaum fassen. Wild entschlossen, ihr Herz zu entflammen, sendet er ihr eindeutige Signale, die Clara auch gerne erwidern würde. Doch kann sie das mit ihrem Gewissen vereinbaren? Der unverschämt attraktive Blake ist fast wie ein Bruder für sie, denn seit dem Unfalltod ihrer eigenen Eltern ist Clara in seiner Familie ein gern gesehener Gast. Riskiert sie das gute Verhältnis zur Familie Bennett, wenn sie ihren Gefühlen freien Lauf lässt?
Zur Autorin
Layla Hagen ist das Pseudonym einer USA-Today-Bestsellerautorin. Sie lebt in Österreich, spricht fließend Englisch, Deutsch und Spanisch, und schreibt am liebsten prickelnde Liebesromane.
Erster Satz
„Auf eine weitere Bennett-Hochzeit“, rufe ich, als ich mit meiner kleinen Schwester anstoße.
Meine Meinung
Da ich ja diese Reihe von Anfang an verfolgt habe, war nun der 7. Teil für mich dran. Der Einstieg in die Geschichte ist mir wieder sehr leicht gefallen, der Schreibstil wie gewohnt sehr flüssig.
Es ging in diesem Teil um Blake und um Clara. Die beiden kennen sich schon seit Jahren und treffen sich auf der Hochzeit von Alice und Nate wieder. Er bekommt mit, dass sie für eine Übergangszeit eine Wohnung braucht und bietet ihr entgegen seinen Prinzipien eine Wohnung in seinem Haus direkt neben ihm an.
Von Anfang merkt an, dass die beiden sich sehr anziehend finden. Natürlich ist klar, wohin das irgendwann führen wird. Wie sich das genau entwickelt, sollt ihr natürlich selbst entdecken.
Der Erotikanteil in dieser Geschichte war ab einem gewissen Zeitpunkt wieder sehr hoch, was man bei dieser Reihe aber ja auch erwartet. Mir haben die erotischen Szenen aber wieder sehr gut gefallen und die Beziehung selbst ist dadurch nicht zur Nebensache geworden.
Ich muss aber sagen, dass es jetzt im 7. Teil dieser Reihe doch langsam zu Ermüdungserscheinungen beim Lesen kommt. Da ich die Bennett-Familie aber sehr ins Herz geschlossen habe, möchte ich die Reihe auf jeden Fall bis zum Ende weiter verfolgen.
Alles in allem hat mir die Liebesgeschichte von Blake und Clara gut gefallen. Das Highlight dieser Reihe stellt für mich aber immer noch die Liebesgeschichte von Alice und Nate dar.
Von mir bekommt Heißes Herzklopfen 4 Sterne.
Cover, Buchdetails und Klappentext: ©Piper Verlag
Infos zur Autorin: ©Piper Verlag
Rezension und Videorezension: ©lenisveasbücherwelt.de
Beitragsbild: ©lenisveasbücherwelt.de
August 1, 2017
I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an unbiased review.
I've reviewed the last several books in this series already, so you can probably guess I'm a fan... but I truly adored Blake and Clara. I FIVE-STAR adored them.
Let me tell you a little bit about this pair.
Clara used to work with Nate - who is currently connected to the Bennett family via Alice - Blake's sister and business partner. Nate landed his dream job in London, so he and Alice are overseas. That left Clara with a new and decidedly underwhelming job, but with the means to have her own place. But when the timing's a bit off and she needs a place to crash...
Cue Blake Bennett. Of course Clara is an honorary Bennett - and when you're one of their extended family, you're taken care of when you need something. She needs a place to stay when there's a gap between her old lease & her new pad being complete, and Blake has "kind of" an apartment above his bar.
There's just one problem. He lives there too. And when I said "kind of," I mean, they're living almost on top of each other. The spaces are just barely separated, and being so close by, they see each other all the time. (and they hear each other all the time too)
In most romance novels, this leads to wacky hijinks, and yes, it does in this story too. But it also leads to angst, heartache, tenderness, surprisingly deep character turns, and some really hot love between the amazingly adorable heroine and her unconventional alpha hero.
Like all the Bennett books, there's also meddling, family drama, teasing, and foreshadowing into the future stories for these folks. Some of my favorite things - all leading up to why I'm giving this book a 5 Star rating.
SO. GOOD.
I've reviewed the last several books in this series already, so you can probably guess I'm a fan... but I truly adored Blake and Clara. I FIVE-STAR adored them.
Let me tell you a little bit about this pair.
Clara used to work with Nate - who is currently connected to the Bennett family via Alice - Blake's sister and business partner. Nate landed his dream job in London, so he and Alice are overseas. That left Clara with a new and decidedly underwhelming job, but with the means to have her own place. But when the timing's a bit off and she needs a place to crash...
Cue Blake Bennett. Of course Clara is an honorary Bennett - and when you're one of their extended family, you're taken care of when you need something. She needs a place to stay when there's a gap between her old lease & her new pad being complete, and Blake has "kind of" an apartment above his bar.
There's just one problem. He lives there too. And when I said "kind of," I mean, they're living almost on top of each other. The spaces are just barely separated, and being so close by, they see each other all the time. (and they hear each other all the time too)
In most romance novels, this leads to wacky hijinks, and yes, it does in this story too. But it also leads to angst, heartache, tenderness, surprisingly deep character turns, and some really hot love between the amazingly adorable heroine and her unconventional alpha hero.
Like all the Bennett books, there's also meddling, family drama, teasing, and foreshadowing into the future stories for these folks. Some of my favorite things - all leading up to why I'm giving this book a 5 Star rating.
SO. GOOD.
August 4, 2017
MY RATING : 3.5/5
I received a copy in exchange for an honest review.
Your Fierce Love was a classic tale about two friends falling in love and for that reason, I was a little bit hesitant about starting this book. I'm a mood reader so I wasn't in the mood for this troupe and besides, I find this troupe kind of boring. Where's the tension? Where's the angst? I need conflict people!
But since I never read the prior 6 books in this series by Layla Hagen, I can probably make a fair guess that the hater to lover troupe has been done and I just so happened to pick the friends troupe to review.
While I struggled getting into this book simply because I wasn't in the mood for it, Layla Hagen did a great job at creating a realistic piece of fiction that depicted two very good friends who help each other out. By the midway point, I was beginning to worry that everything was too friendly. When will Blake and Clara start to review their attraction to each other? Where was the intensity?
Of course, it happens and I'm thoroughly pleased. Clara doesn't want to ruin the friendship but Blake is adamant about making Clara his and he basically says, "I'm going to fight to win you over. I'm not giving you up easily."
Amazing. I loved that part! It was like yes, please. Give me more Blake because he sounds yummy.
MY RECOMMENDATION
Anyways, the reason why I'm not giving this a perfect score was because there was little to no conflict. If you're in the mood for an easy story to sink into, then this one has zero to no drama.
I received a copy in exchange for an honest review.
Your Fierce Love was a classic tale about two friends falling in love and for that reason, I was a little bit hesitant about starting this book. I'm a mood reader so I wasn't in the mood for this troupe and besides, I find this troupe kind of boring. Where's the tension? Where's the angst? I need conflict people!
But since I never read the prior 6 books in this series by Layla Hagen, I can probably make a fair guess that the hater to lover troupe has been done and I just so happened to pick the friends troupe to review.
While I struggled getting into this book simply because I wasn't in the mood for it, Layla Hagen did a great job at creating a realistic piece of fiction that depicted two very good friends who help each other out. By the midway point, I was beginning to worry that everything was too friendly. When will Blake and Clara start to review their attraction to each other? Where was the intensity?
Of course, it happens and I'm thoroughly pleased. Clara doesn't want to ruin the friendship but Blake is adamant about making Clara his and he basically says, "I'm going to fight to win you over. I'm not giving you up easily."
Amazing. I loved that part! It was like yes, please. Give me more Blake because he sounds yummy.
MY RECOMMENDATION
Anyways, the reason why I'm not giving this a perfect score was because there was little to no conflict. If you're in the mood for an easy story to sink into, then this one has zero to no drama.
October 15, 2019
I love this family. The have one another's backs no matter what, but also have no problem calling each other out when needed.
Clara didn't grow up with the same support system as Blake. She lived in group homes, and at times comes off pretty desperate to be a part of the Bennett clan. Not in a way that she would do anything for that to happen, but just that she doesn't want to jeopardize the growing bond between to her and the others.
Her relationship with Blake goes pretty naturally from friends to lovers, but I do think that Clara was insecure in this relationship almost the entire time. She needed a bit more self confidence.
Clara didn't grow up with the same support system as Blake. She lived in group homes, and at times comes off pretty desperate to be a part of the Bennett clan. Not in a way that she would do anything for that to happen, but just that she doesn't want to jeopardize the growing bond between to her and the others.
Her relationship with Blake goes pretty naturally from friends to lovers, but I do think that Clara was insecure in this relationship almost the entire time. She needed a bit more self confidence.
February 10, 2024
Tan bello, Blake
Me ha enamorado la historia de Blake y Clara, me he emocionado, me encanta la manera en que él cae y se da cuenta de que no hay vuelta atrás.
Me ha enamorado la historia de Blake y Clara, me he emocionado, me encanta la manera en que él cae y se da cuenta de que no hay vuelta atrás.
September 16, 2017
* A review copy was provided by the author for the Blog Tour *
~ 5 Blakelious Stars ~
Your Fierce Love is a sweet, sex and swoon worthy friends to lovers story by Layla Hagen.
This is the 7th book in her Bennett Family Series and this was just as great as the books before it. This is a standalone novel but you will see recurring characters from the previous books, because this series focuses on the Bennett family all the members. Each book focuses on a new sibling and the one they vow to love. So you really don’t have to read these books in order, but to get the full feel of the Bennett’s, my recommendation is to read them in order.
This story is told in Dual POV and I thought the storyline was a fun and entertaining one. There isn’t a whole lot of drama in this book, but she does add some things to ripple the water for Blake and Clara. I will be truthful and say I thought I had this book figured out and the direction that Layla was going to take this, but I am happy to say she didn’t go the route I thought, which kept me on my feet.
In this book we follow Clara and Blake. Clara is a woman who has been an “adopted” Bennett for the past couple years and over that time she has grown fond of Blake, but because she is a person who grew up in group homes and never had a family, she is afraid of pursuing anything with Blake. She doesn’t want to screw up anything she has going with the Bennett family. She is truly just a girl looking to be loved and cherished. She’s always wanted to belong to a family. Blake on the other hand has always been the player and never wanted to settle down, so when he starts seeing Clara in a new light, he is blown away. But he is determined to break down her walls and make her his.
I truly fell in love with Blake in the book. He is so sweet and swoony, but has a dirty mouth that will melt any woman’s panties. I loved how he was so determined to give Clara everything she missed in childhood. Starting with a place to live when she is in need of temporary housing. Clara was also a sweet character and my heart felt for her. She just wanted to belong!!!! Now she was a girl with some serious insecurities and some trust issues, but it was to be expected. I loved watching Blake break down all her walls and build up her confidence. They truly were a perfect couple.
I loved seeing all of the Bennett’s again. I always feel like I’m coming home when I pick up another book from this series. I liked getting to know Summer better in this book also, I look forward to her book. I’m also excited for Caroline and Daniel’s book, which I believe is next.
So if you are looking for a great friends to lovers story without a lot of drama, but is full of fun and romance, then pick up Your Fierce Love and fall in love with Blake and Clara.
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~ 5 Blakelious Stars ~
Your Fierce Love is a sweet, sex and swoon worthy friends to lovers story by Layla Hagen.
This is the 7th book in her Bennett Family Series and this was just as great as the books before it. This is a standalone novel but you will see recurring characters from the previous books, because this series focuses on the Bennett family all the members. Each book focuses on a new sibling and the one they vow to love. So you really don’t have to read these books in order, but to get the full feel of the Bennett’s, my recommendation is to read them in order.
This story is told in Dual POV and I thought the storyline was a fun and entertaining one. There isn’t a whole lot of drama in this book, but she does add some things to ripple the water for Blake and Clara. I will be truthful and say I thought I had this book figured out and the direction that Layla was going to take this, but I am happy to say she didn’t go the route I thought, which kept me on my feet.
In this book we follow Clara and Blake. Clara is a woman who has been an “adopted” Bennett for the past couple years and over that time she has grown fond of Blake, but because she is a person who grew up in group homes and never had a family, she is afraid of pursuing anything with Blake. She doesn’t want to screw up anything she has going with the Bennett family. She is truly just a girl looking to be loved and cherished. She’s always wanted to belong to a family. Blake on the other hand has always been the player and never wanted to settle down, so when he starts seeing Clara in a new light, he is blown away. But he is determined to break down her walls and make her his.
I truly fell in love with Blake in the book. He is so sweet and swoony, but has a dirty mouth that will melt any woman’s panties. I loved how he was so determined to give Clara everything she missed in childhood. Starting with a place to live when she is in need of temporary housing. Clara was also a sweet character and my heart felt for her. She just wanted to belong!!!! Now she was a girl with some serious insecurities and some trust issues, but it was to be expected. I loved watching Blake break down all her walls and build up her confidence. They truly were a perfect couple.
I loved seeing all of the Bennett’s again. I always feel like I’m coming home when I pick up another book from this series. I liked getting to know Summer better in this book also, I look forward to her book. I’m also excited for Caroline and Daniel’s book, which I believe is next.
So if you are looking for a great friends to lovers story without a lot of drama, but is full of fun and romance, then pick up Your Fierce Love and fall in love with Blake and Clara.
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July 30, 2017
Lately, I've been in the mood for a steamy romance novel, so when I heard about Your Fierce Love, Layla Hagen's latest addition to The Bennett Family series, I thought it would be the perfect fit. As it turns out, it 100% was! Addictive, romantic, and juicy, Your Fierce Love was a read in one sitting kind of book.
Your Fierce Love introduces us to two main characters - Clara and Bennett. Growing up in group homes for almost the entirety of her youth, Clara didn't know how much family could mean to her until meet the caring and rambunctious Bennet Family. Years later, she's still thinks of them as her own, but there's one problem: she can't stop the growing attraction she feels toward Blake, one of the last single Bennett brothers. Blake is used to be successful and getting what he wants. But what he wants most? A chance with Clara, the girl who's become much more to him then a family friend over the years. Too bad she's fighting every advance he makes...
From the start, I liked Clara and Bennett. Clara was much more than the stereotypical romance character. She was determined, smart, and self sufficient. She hadn't had the easiest life growing up, but she learned form it that the one person you can always rely on is yourself. I admired the fact that she had a good job, could afford to life by herself, and the fact that she dedicated her time and effort in honing on talent and love for illustrations. Bennett was pretty similar to Clara. Even though he came from this great family, he still had learned how to be successful in what he did. Making them the perfect and not-so-perfect match at the same time. Perfect because they had similar goals and desires. Not-so-perfect because they were so determined and strong-willed, especially regarding their different views on how they should preceded with their attraction.
The romance between Clara and Blake took up a large portion of Your Fierce Love. I found the romance between them to develop smoothly and with ease. I could easily see them becoming a couple in real-life. Also, the steam and passion between them. Oh. My. Gosh. It nearly melted the pages. What I loved the most, though, about seeing their relationship unfold was how far they want to help and love the other one. For Blake, it was helping Clara realize her true potential and make peace with parts of her past. For Clara, it was helping Blake finally become the ultimate family guy, not the wild party boy he used to be.
Another part of Your Fierce Love I enjoyed was the remaining characters. The Bennett Family was so much fun. I loved seeing them banter and argue. It always brought out a good laugh or two. However, what I enjoyed most about them was how close they were to each other. They're a strong family, and it was easy to see that if you fight one Bennett, you fight the entire Bennett Family. I can't wait to go back and read the previous books!
In all, Your Fierce Love is an addictive read, one that kept me reading way past my bedtime. If you love romance reads, you must check this series out!
Grade: B+
Your Fierce Love introduces us to two main characters - Clara and Bennett. Growing up in group homes for almost the entirety of her youth, Clara didn't know how much family could mean to her until meet the caring and rambunctious Bennet Family. Years later, she's still thinks of them as her own, but there's one problem: she can't stop the growing attraction she feels toward Blake, one of the last single Bennett brothers. Blake is used to be successful and getting what he wants. But what he wants most? A chance with Clara, the girl who's become much more to him then a family friend over the years. Too bad she's fighting every advance he makes...
From the start, I liked Clara and Bennett. Clara was much more than the stereotypical romance character. She was determined, smart, and self sufficient. She hadn't had the easiest life growing up, but she learned form it that the one person you can always rely on is yourself. I admired the fact that she had a good job, could afford to life by herself, and the fact that she dedicated her time and effort in honing on talent and love for illustrations. Bennett was pretty similar to Clara. Even though he came from this great family, he still had learned how to be successful in what he did. Making them the perfect and not-so-perfect match at the same time. Perfect because they had similar goals and desires. Not-so-perfect because they were so determined and strong-willed, especially regarding their different views on how they should preceded with their attraction.
The romance between Clara and Blake took up a large portion of Your Fierce Love. I found the romance between them to develop smoothly and with ease. I could easily see them becoming a couple in real-life. Also, the steam and passion between them. Oh. My. Gosh. It nearly melted the pages. What I loved the most, though, about seeing their relationship unfold was how far they want to help and love the other one. For Blake, it was helping Clara realize her true potential and make peace with parts of her past. For Clara, it was helping Blake finally become the ultimate family guy, not the wild party boy he used to be.
Another part of Your Fierce Love I enjoyed was the remaining characters. The Bennett Family was so much fun. I loved seeing them banter and argue. It always brought out a good laugh or two. However, what I enjoyed most about them was how close they were to each other. They're a strong family, and it was easy to see that if you fight one Bennett, you fight the entire Bennett Family. I can't wait to go back and read the previous books!
In all, Your Fierce Love is an addictive read, one that kept me reading way past my bedtime. If you love romance reads, you must check this series out!
Grade: B+
August 7, 2017
"FIVE Huge Bossy Blake & Caring Clara for the WIN stars!!!!!"
*Disclaimer, I HAVE read the other Bennett Family books, because well they are easily one of my favorites. I read "Your Forever Love" (Pippa's story) first, and then fell in love with the rest of her family! I went back and read the first two novels in the series, then read Pippa's again, and have continued forward in order from there. This is NOT required as Layla does an amazing job of explaining each character within the plot, the depth and development are solid, and each storyline is unique. You just get such a small taste (with SO many siblings) of each person, and I needed more. I would RECOMMEND you do the same!*
I found this book to be unlike the other's for two reasons. One: I was less sure what to expect from Blake, as his character has "matured" since the beginning and his party boy days, so I was really excited! Two: The dynamics between the "younger" Bennett's is much different that the dynamics between the "older" Bennett's, so as I expected Blake gave us MANY curveballs.
In the beginning we meet Clara who is an adopted Bennett and genuinely loved by the entire Bennett clan. She worked with Nate at the TV network, grew up in group homes and has a difficult time accepting love. We then meet her opposite in Blake, who is a twin, owns/operates a bar/restaurant, and comes from a loving home. They are looking for two totally different things in life and the timing couldn't seem more wrong. Clara winds up in a housing predicament and Blake is able to save the day.
Their new living arrangements provides the catalyst in the wheels of expanding on their existing friendship, and Blake wastes no time! We quickly see him morph into a determined man who knows what he wants... the only problem is you don't want to get involved with "adopted Bennett's" and that's a loving relationship Clara holds dearly. Can Blake do right by her, and show her that his love for her as just as fierce as the rest of her families?
July 24, 2017
4 Solid Stars
Your Fierce Love is a sweet and sexy story featuring Blake as Clara. With a friends to lovers theme. The foundation for them has been there as close family friend of the Bennett's Clara has always been part of the family. When she needed a place to stay Blake offers the free apartment next door. From their relationship progressed naturally. I have to say from the few this series I read Blake is in my top 3.
I can get why Clara was hesitant at first because of her past and not wanting to ruin her closeness with the family. But Blake can be persuasive and intense. Slowly wooing and teasing our heroine. Very suave and an amazing hero. Blakealicious as Clara says. Their friendship is a stepping stone and being around one another helps too. With a little nudge from the siblings they find one another smitten.
Clara is loyal and such a kind hearted person, hard not to like her. Talented hardworking illustrator as well, helps that she loves Harry Potter too. She maybe unsure of her career path but she is true to her friends. Blake seemed like a charmer yet intense, his devotion for family shows. They have such a sizzling chemistry and get on well. I like how they help each other and support one another. I like that Blake realized he had something good and went for it.
I really like their story it felt genuine. The way the family dynamic I'm learning is good natured teasing and match making. But the love is there. Layla Hagen always has great characters, well rounded out, interesting dynamics in between. Engaging story and heartfelt. She is able to maximize the story and get right to crux of it too which for me is great. I'm started this series backward but totally works fine. I can't wait for the next sounds like it will be a good one!
*** ARC provided for an honest review ***
Your Fierce Love is a sweet and sexy story featuring Blake as Clara. With a friends to lovers theme. The foundation for them has been there as close family friend of the Bennett's Clara has always been part of the family. When she needed a place to stay Blake offers the free apartment next door. From their relationship progressed naturally. I have to say from the few this series I read Blake is in my top 3.
I can get why Clara was hesitant at first because of her past and not wanting to ruin her closeness with the family. But Blake can be persuasive and intense. Slowly wooing and teasing our heroine. Very suave and an amazing hero. Blakealicious as Clara says. Their friendship is a stepping stone and being around one another helps too. With a little nudge from the siblings they find one another smitten.
Clara is loyal and such a kind hearted person, hard not to like her. Talented hardworking illustrator as well, helps that she loves Harry Potter too. She maybe unsure of her career path but she is true to her friends. Blake seemed like a charmer yet intense, his devotion for family shows. They have such a sizzling chemistry and get on well. I like how they help each other and support one another. I like that Blake realized he had something good and went for it.
I really like their story it felt genuine. The way the family dynamic I'm learning is good natured teasing and match making. But the love is there. Layla Hagen always has great characters, well rounded out, interesting dynamics in between. Engaging story and heartfelt. She is able to maximize the story and get right to crux of it too which for me is great. I'm started this series backward but totally works fine. I can't wait for the next sounds like it will be a good one!
*** ARC provided for an honest review ***
July 11, 2017
5 BOSSY STARS!
As with every other book in the Bennett series I was thrilled to receive this ARC of Blake and Clara. The foundation laid out in this Bennett series is a family that truly loves, cares, protects and admires one another. The readers easily fall in love more with the family with each book and featured sibling.
Clara is a family friend who is brought into the gang as an honorary Bennett. She grew up in foster care and hasn't experienced unconditional love that is there for you though anything and everything. When she needs a temporary home Blake is quick to help. While Blake and Clara have been watching each other for a few years Clara is hesitant to act on their chemistry out of fear of losing the only sense of family she has ever felt. Clara longs for a relationship and a family of her own. While Blake doesn't think he is ready for a family quiet yet but is definitely ready to take it further with Clara no matter what.
This book kept me a nervous wreck and the anticipation of what would happen with Clara and her boss and his determination to smear the Bennett name. I was for sure I was right on how it would play out, even thought another character- a friend of Clara's- would be drawn in to the drama. NOPE! I was wrong and thankfully so! Thank you Layla Hagen for that!
Another successful story in the Bennett series!
Blake and Clara were definitely HOT for one another and couldn't keep their hands off one another.
As with every other book in the Bennett series I was thrilled to receive this ARC of Blake and Clara. The foundation laid out in this Bennett series is a family that truly loves, cares, protects and admires one another. The readers easily fall in love more with the family with each book and featured sibling.
Clara is a family friend who is brought into the gang as an honorary Bennett. She grew up in foster care and hasn't experienced unconditional love that is there for you though anything and everything. When she needs a temporary home Blake is quick to help. While Blake and Clara have been watching each other for a few years Clara is hesitant to act on their chemistry out of fear of losing the only sense of family she has ever felt. Clara longs for a relationship and a family of her own. While Blake doesn't think he is ready for a family quiet yet but is definitely ready to take it further with Clara no matter what.
This book kept me a nervous wreck and the anticipation of what would happen with Clara and her boss and his determination to smear the Bennett name. I was for sure I was right on how it would play out, even thought another character- a friend of Clara's- would be drawn in to the drama. NOPE! I was wrong and thankfully so! Thank you Layla Hagen for that!
Another successful story in the Bennett series!
Blake and Clara were definitely HOT for one another and couldn't keep their hands off one another.
July 17, 2017
This is a standalone story, with no cliffhanger, that does not require reading the previous stories, but you really cannot go wrong with reading any of this awesome series! Each of the characters are unique, yet well developed. I highly recommend the entire series!
Your Fierce Love (Blake Bennett and Clara) is Book 7 of The Bennett Family Series. The Bennett’s are one of my all-time favorite series/family’s. They are loving, protective, and fiercely loyal to each other.
From the start of the series, Blake been the playboy party animal, and we’ve seen him mature through the series, now to a successful bar owner.
We initially met Clara in Book 6, where she is Nate’s friend/work buddy. I felt more bonded to Clara because of the pain I saw in her in Nate’s book. I loved getting to know her as a mentor/friend, prior to fully meeting her again in this book.
Since meeting, they felt an attraction for each other, but the big rule in the Bennett family is you don’t get involved with friends of the family. How long does that last?!
The other books in the series are:
Book 1: Your Irresistible Love (Sebastian Bennett and Ava)
Book 2: Your Captivating Love (Logan Bennett and Nadine)
Book 3: Your Forever Love (Pippa Bennett and Eric)
Book 4: Your Inescapable Love (Max Bennett and Emilia)
Book 5: Your Tempting Love (Christopher Bennett and Victoria)
Book 6: Your Alluring Love (Alice Bennett and Nate)
I was provided this ARC book for my honest review
Your Fierce Love (Blake Bennett and Clara) is Book 7 of The Bennett Family Series. The Bennett’s are one of my all-time favorite series/family’s. They are loving, protective, and fiercely loyal to each other.
From the start of the series, Blake been the playboy party animal, and we’ve seen him mature through the series, now to a successful bar owner.
We initially met Clara in Book 6, where she is Nate’s friend/work buddy. I felt more bonded to Clara because of the pain I saw in her in Nate’s book. I loved getting to know her as a mentor/friend, prior to fully meeting her again in this book.
Since meeting, they felt an attraction for each other, but the big rule in the Bennett family is you don’t get involved with friends of the family. How long does that last?!
The other books in the series are:
Book 1: Your Irresistible Love (Sebastian Bennett and Ava)
Book 2: Your Captivating Love (Logan Bennett and Nadine)
Book 3: Your Forever Love (Pippa Bennett and Eric)
Book 4: Your Inescapable Love (Max Bennett and Emilia)
Book 5: Your Tempting Love (Christopher Bennett and Victoria)
Book 6: Your Alluring Love (Alice Bennett and Nate)
I was provided this ARC book for my honest review
July 29, 2017
It's a pleasure to read every story in the Bennett family series. A guarantee of good romance, incredible hotness, and characters with a heart.
I instantly loved this couple. The female character is a woman to admire and I wanted to hug her. she's got a bubbling personality, works hard, and feels a deep need to be loved because she was an orphan from a young age. In comes hot, intense, thoughtful Blake and she's in trouble keeping her hopes in check.
It was endearing to watch her trying not to fall in love because this incredibly gorgeous and kind man does so many great things for her that it's impossible not to give in with open arms.
The time they spend together talking, flirting and simply setting fire to the bed sheets with their fiery passion is phenomenal. Melting-hot! So beautiful, too. And the dialogues are so witty and funny. All the story has this infectious sense of optimism.
The ardent, good-humoured relationship that Clara and Black develop is truly beautiful. He's a sexy gentleman, and she's adorable and evolves a lot as a character. I loved every time the Bennett brothers and sisters made an appearance with all their meddling, good feelings and banter. They are a team.
This story had a surprise towards the end, and some romantic gestures that really made me swoon. It's a great romance, perfect to enjoy when you want to relax and smile and feel good about yourself. Recommended wholeheartedly! Keep the Bennett romances alive!
I instantly loved this couple. The female character is a woman to admire and I wanted to hug her. she's got a bubbling personality, works hard, and feels a deep need to be loved because she was an orphan from a young age. In comes hot, intense, thoughtful Blake and she's in trouble keeping her hopes in check.
It was endearing to watch her trying not to fall in love because this incredibly gorgeous and kind man does so many great things for her that it's impossible not to give in with open arms.
The time they spend together talking, flirting and simply setting fire to the bed sheets with their fiery passion is phenomenal. Melting-hot! So beautiful, too. And the dialogues are so witty and funny. All the story has this infectious sense of optimism.
The ardent, good-humoured relationship that Clara and Black develop is truly beautiful. He's a sexy gentleman, and she's adorable and evolves a lot as a character. I loved every time the Bennett brothers and sisters made an appearance with all their meddling, good feelings and banter. They are a team.
This story had a surprise towards the end, and some romantic gestures that really made me swoon. It's a great romance, perfect to enjoy when you want to relax and smile and feel good about yourself. Recommended wholeheartedly! Keep the Bennett romances alive!
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