Leather and Lace

The Virgin Diaries #2

by Lauren Landish

From Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author Lauren Landish comes The Virgin Diaries, a series of take-charge alpha heroes and the sassy, innocent women who bring them to their knees.

Dear Diary,

I’m a whore.

Okay, that’s definitely not true. But it might as well be, because that’s what everyone thinks of me. I’ll admit I’ve earned that reputation with the biggest con job since Enron.

The reality is . . . I’m a virgin.

Long ago, I decided to save myself for The One. He’s out there somewhere, that special man worthy of getting between my legs and someday I’ll find him.



But what do I do when my new boss decides he’s the one deserving of that honor?

Liam Blackstone is the sexiest man I’ve ever seen, powerful and charming, and willing to take me under his wing professionally.

But his cocky assurance that I’ll want to get underneath him as well has heat filling my body, my dreams filled of mergers and acquisitions that have nothing to do with business.

But if I give in . . . will I become what people have always thought of me?

Genres: Romance, Audiobook, Erotica, Contemporary, Workplace Romance, Novella, Contemporary Romance

123 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 2, 2018

About the author

Lauren Landish is a WALL STREET JOURNAL & USA TODAY bestselling author and her books have garnered a legion of praise from her readers.

When she’s not plotting about how she will introduce you to your next sexy as hell book boyfriend, you can find her deep, deep in her writing cave, furiously tapping away on her keyboard, writing scenes that would make even a hardened sailor blush.

Lauren, who lives in NC with her boyfriend and fur baby, warmly invites you to her worlds of rock hard abs, chiseled smiles, and men with deep, fat pockets…but beware! These stories are guaranteed to have you addicted and needing your next fix!

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Reviews

[➦Paulette & Her Sexy Alphas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Title: ➳ ❤- Leather and Lace:
Series ➳ The Virgin Diaries 2#
Author: ➳ Lauren Landish
Publication:, September 2, 2018
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐


ღ Arianna Hunnington is junior in college , with a 3.83 GPA & summer internship at Morgan Inc. is coming to end in about two weeks. Of course she is hoping for them to hire on for the fall, especially with her skill set in majoring in international business with a focus in negotiations & contracts.

Adriana was assigned a simple task of going up stairs to hand deliver important document to the CEO & somehow she found herself smack dab in the middle of a photoshoot with the sexy CEO

From there things seem to have moved super-fast before she knew it she was the assistant to his personal Secretary of the same sexy CEO

📚 Liam Blackstone, He had a reputation of being cold & calculating man at times, but I guess that comes with his job description. He also could shake things up now & then. Oh did I mention sexy as sin.. And boy o boy cocky as hell

You know a man like Liam has track record & it speaks for its self, he pretty much get what he want & he want Arianna Hunnington & if he works his magic on her – he might just get her to agree to his terms




Did Adriana sealing her fate & making a deal with the devil? Only time will tell




📚 Hope you enjoy this read & also always keep in mind this is just my opinion & my honest review 💕

💕 I received an EXCLUSIVE copy of this book in exchange for my honest review of it. 💕

💕 . .**This has not influenced my review.* **

💕 ✎Paulette Review ❤💕

[Hanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

When I met Arianna in Satin and Pearls, I never expected her to her own book in the Virgin Diaries series because she has a reputation of being anything but a virgin. But she definitely is a virgin. Arianna is waiting for the one. The one she will be with forever. Arianna never expected to find that one man at her internship and during a photo shoot. She tries to wait, but her feelings are too strong. Arianna is smart, hardworking, innocent, feisty, honest and caring.

Liam owns a successful company. He’s cold, distant, rich, honest and hardworking. He’s different with Arianna. He desperately wants her. Liam never noticed Arianna until she walked in on the photo shoot. They do the photo shoot together and sparks fly. Arianna works more directly with Liam after that day and grow closer and closer. Liam falls hard for her and he wants to be with her forever.

I loved Leather and Lace much more than Satin and Pearls. This book was also fast paced, quick, hot and sweet. But I loved the progress and the couple more. I adored the secondary characters and I can’t wait to read the next one in this series!

-- My honest review is based on an advanced reader copy of this book. --

[Samantha (bookgramsaga reviews) · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️.75

''My sweet little doll''

Safety warnings:
- Over 10 years age gap
- No cheating
- No OW/OM drama
- Boss x employee
- Assault
- Kidnapping
- HEA

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I said this about the first book, and I will say it again about this: These books feel longer than the page count and do not particularly have that novella feeling.

This one is about Arianna who we met in the first book as Daisy's best friend. She finally gets her chance at the internship she has dreamed about and two weeks before her final day she is thrusted into a photoshoot with the CEO of the company.

Liam is smitten with her from the moment he sees her in his office for the shoot and wants nothing but to own her.

Arianna has a reputation from high school where they believed her to be a whore and she used that title with pride but reveals she is a virgin.

While Liam wants to own all her firsts she hesitates about what to give to him and after a deep conversation she finally believes she is making the right choice.

Thankfully Liam proves himself worthy of her firsts and feelings.

We do get this creepy co-worker who seemed to be harmless, but I could tell he was going to cause issues and because of his hatred for Liam and the fact he wanted the CEO position he assaults Arianna during a party and kidnaps her, revealing his true intentions and claiming he will kill her and have the world believe Liam did it.

And thank fuck it never gets further than just words. Liam saves her after realizing she was missing at the party.

This was a fun read and I liked it a bit more than the first book.

[Chris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ari's turn and I loved this book! It was steamy, sweet but a lot more adventurous and suspenseful compared to "Satin and Pearls"! I can't wait to read the next book in the series!

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5-3 stars!

[Armenia · Rating 5 out of 5]

The CEO and the college intern...4.5 stars!

Leather and Lace is a hot, steamy novella. Ms. Landish brings us a no-strings affair to a great office romance. This is the second book in the Virgin diaries series.

Arianna Hunnington is Daisy’s roommate, she has a reputation for being pretty loose, but she’s hiding the truth even her best friend doesn’t know. That she is a virgin. Arianna is determined to be a success in business with dreams of one day being a CEO of a big company, and no man or any distraction will derail her from her goal. When she’s directed to special deliver paperwork to the CEO, Liam Blackstone, she can’t believe they want her for the photoshoot that is happening in his office. Sparks fly and electricity sizzles when they touch. Arianna can’t help size up Mr. Sex-On-A-Stick, he’s the hottest guy she has ever laid eyes on.

Liam Blackstone is intrigued over his new intern. He wants the sexy bombshell with all the curves, but mixing his personal life with business is a lethal combination. When he learns she’s saving herself for Mr. Right, Liam’s makes a deal to hire her as his secretary and teach her about business, the pain, and sacrifice that go along with it. But also to teach her about passion and pleasure. What he never expected was to fall for Arianna. Will Arianna feel that Liam is worth the risk and give him her heart?

What I liked about this story is that Liam and Arianna’s attraction and the connection was a strong one. I love how Liam showed how alpha he was with her but also that he could be patient and honest with his feelings for Arianna. When her life’s threatened Liam is right there and protective. Jacob and Norma Jean and Daisy were all very good support characters in this story. Great addition to the series. I received and voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.

[Bellereader · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arianna and Liam are punching in for OT and it’s going to be a long hard shift! Arianna knows that working at Morgan Inc will be a great learning experience for her degree, she just didn’t know that it would be where she learns just about everything she has been dying to learn. She made a vow long ago to hold tightly on her her virginity even while she exudes a sexbomb exterior. Liam Blackstone decides that he wants a lot more than filing from her and for once she wants to bend to a man's will. Liam knew the moment she walked in the door Arianna Hunnington would be his. He cannot explain it but it’s a visceral reaction too powerful to deny. Finding out about her innocence only solidifies it in his mind to be her one... her only her...her forever….

I voluntarily read an advance reader copy of this book

[April Symes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Leather & Lace definitely has the steam factor! Arianna is an intern for the front desk that Liam Blackstone owes. He is super successful and sexy man who doesn't stop when he wants something. That something is Arianna who caught his attention when she takes some papers to his office during a photo shoot & ends up in it. Arianna is a very smart , sassy and strong character who has saved herself until she finds Mister Right. Is Liam that man for her ? What a steamy, sizzling boss/employee forbidden romance. Ms. Landish has written another addictive series- Virgin Diaries and I cant wait for book 3.

My rating: 4.5 stars *****

[Becky · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not just another boss virgin story

So the older man, billionaire, boss and the virgin has been beaten down our throats! This however was an interesting take, refreshing story of love, life and acceptance done right!
Arianna and Liam make a great couple, interesting story and just a hint of drama! What I liked most about this Story is that once the relationship started it never ended. It never had that uncertainty of love and lust! It was all there! I like Liam 's sister Norma Jean and his bff Jacob though I wish they both played a bigger role in the book. Steam, romance, love this book has it all!
Free with K.U.

[Soph · Rating 2 out of 5]

★★. I don’t want to talk about it.

[Lisa Menor · Rating 5 out of 5]

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.

Arianna is the innocent, good girl who tries to act badder than she really is. Her whole college 'experience' has been a lie. Today, that acting will come in handy. Liam Blackstone, CEO of Morgan Inc, is sexy, handsome and powerful, and in need of some assistance. Arianna has been working as an intern, for the summer, with hopes of being hired in the fall. During an unplanned and unconventional meeting, Arianna catches Liam's eye. As of right now, Liam has other plans for Arianna. Plans that involve more play than work. Liam has two weeks before Arianna returns to school. Two weeks to make Arianna his.
SMOKING HOT🔥FAST PACED AND STRAIGHT TO THE POINT ! 💞LOVE ALL OF IT - THE FLIRTING, THE INTENSE ATTRACTION AND THE INSANE SEX ! ! !
THE VIRGIN DIARIES SERIES IS AMAZING ! A DEFINITE MUST READ ! ! !

[Liz · Rating 1 out of 5]

ok so



Absolutely void of any sensible plot or storyline.

It's one of those books where the characters tell you they are something and then do the absolute opposite. For example they say they are intelligent and then act like they have shit for brains OR they say they are a great business man and then promote a person purely because they want to bone them .

To be honest i didn't even finish it all because it was terrible.

Plus the MASSIVE big deal of "giving away" her virginity. Oh PLEASSSE .

*i was going to put a gif but this story isn't worth my time looking one up*

[Erin Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Audio Review

5 star review of Leather & Lace: The Virgin Diaries #2 by Lauren Landish

Where do I start? This is the first book I have listened to from Lauren Landish and the narrating combination of Tor Thom and Melissa Moran and it won’t be my last.

I was hooked from chapter one. In fact the opening page had me riveted. This was not a long listen but boy did Lauren Landish pack a lot into this story

I want a Liam Blackstone in my life. I haven’t read the first book in the series but I am off to listen to book 1 as soon as possible.

This story was hot and an enjoyable listen and the narrators did a great job.

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed Arianna and Liam's story. Liam is your typical sexy, hot alpha male that just happens to have more money than he knows what to do with. Arianna is an intern working the front desk at his company. She is asked to take some papers to her boss's office when she interrupts a photo shoot and gets cast into the shoot as sexy and beautiful arm candy. She can hardly believe her luck when he boss gets turned on and soon realizes he wants her no matter the cost. There's only one problem...Arianna is a virgin and is saving herself for the man of her dreams. Can she hold out and not give in to Liam's charms? You have to read to find out. I am in love with these books. They are well written and fun, sexy reads that I encourage everyone to read.

[Isha Coleman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Audiobook Review: Leather and Lace (The Virgin Diaries, #2) by Lauren Landish (Author), Melissa Moran (Narrator), Tor Thom (Narrator)

Leather and Lace is classic Lauren Landish. She can push the envelope like no other author can. Add in narration by two of the most sultry voices to grace audio and the temperature goes off the charts. Leather and Lace tells the story of a naive girl finding her voice as a woman. Adrianna has a lot of fire waiting to break free, she just needs to find the match to light the fuse. Liam is her greatest temptation. He represents every fear she holds deep inside, but could he also be the safety net that breaks her fall. Looking for spice, this naughty read delivers the goods.

[Jolene St Germain Triggs · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such a yummy series from one of my favorite one-click authors! This a the steamy story of Liam and Ari and hits alot of boxes, he's her boss, a dominant go getter, he goes after what he wants no apologies. I loved his alpha male attitude. Much respect for Ari as well, the virgin who used her bullying as fuel to become the strong independent confident woman she evolves into. And now we're all set up for Norma Jean's story. This series is the perfect length with three interconnected stories that can be read in any order. I can't wait for more to get sweet Norma Jean her happy ever after!

[Heather Himmelspach · Rating 5 out of 5]

Leather & Lace was very hot!!! Arianna is an intern for the front desk at the company that Liam Blackstone owes. He is a very successful & determined man who doesn't stop when he wants something. That something just happens to be Arianna when she takes some papers to his office during a photo shoot & gets put in it. Arianna is a very smart strong character who has saved herself until she finds the right guy. Is Liam that guy? Lauren Landish wrote a great strong story. I can't wait to read the next book in the series.

[Sara Oxton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Leather and Lace by Lauren Landish a five-star read that you will want to take to hand. This is the second book in the Virgin Diaries series they can be read as stand-alone as they each tell the story of a different amazing character, but they do pop up in each other’s stories. This time it’s the turn of Arianna a young lady who decided not to allow what was done to her rule her life and take life by he horns as use it her way, making her into an amazing woman that you can totally get behind. When se is delivering papers to the big boss a twist of fate takes her on a journey that will show her a different path one involving the hottest hottie of them all Liam Blackstone a man of power, looks and strength. You will be taken on their journey and sucked into their world., leaving you shaken and broken when then pages end.

[Lori Shankle · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book in one sitting, I could not put it down! You have everything you need in this one book, steamy, sexy, hate, love, business, pleasure and if course a HEA! I would definitely recommend it! This is my honest and voluntarily review!

[Carolane · Rating 1 out of 5]

Nope

[Cassandra Moody · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not the worst book I’ve read, but a little too cheesy for my liking. Thankfully it was short. Wouldn’t recommend.

[Gladys · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm loving this series and book two was just as good as book one. Each book contains its own couple and is a standalone read. However, characters are introduced and do make appearances throughout the series. Arianna and Liam's romance offers readers plenty of sizzling heat, as strong attraction pulls these two together. A well written storyline, drama and some very interesting twists will keep you fully engaged and entertained. A deliciously delightful read! I am posting a completely voluntary, totally honest review.

[Alex (semi hiatus) · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 ⭐️
I liked this one a lot better than the first book. The drama isn't as predictable: when I started reading I figured someone would find out about them and tell everyone/blackmail them but that's not what happened and I'm happy I was wrong.
I also liked this MCs a lot more, especially the h.
Loved how they met, it's different than how it usually happens.

Safety:
-Virgin h
-Nothing on H's history (his sister though calls him a womanizer but he denies it, and honestly he didn't seem the type)
-No ow/om drama
-No cheating
-Months later epilogue

[Miranda · Rating 1 out of 5]

This is legitimately one of the top worst books I have ever read. MCs are dumb. Very sex focused, which I anticipated. But I am just told about the other parts of the relationship. We don't actually see them spend any quality time together. She tells me she loves him. I don't fucking know why. I didn't get to see him ever be nice to her or treat her like a person.

[Victoria Joshua · Rating 1 out of 5]

No connection

The main characters lacked chemistry and made no sense together. I wanted to like this story but the story was dry. The conversation they have before she gives up her virginity left me thinking I missed a chapter or something. The story could have been better.

[MJM · Rating 5 out of 5]

WARNING: STEAM HEAT

This is, without a doubt, my favourite story by Lauren Landish and will be one that I will be re-reading many times in the future. It made me laugh out loud.  It made me refuse to put it down due to the suspense. It was RED HOT with passion and, eventually, LOVE.  It had a few twists that made the storyline so much more compelling.  Zack seemed to be the arrogant typical football jock who was failing at the academic side of college when he needed extra help from a tutor but his coach wanted it kept quiet so  Norma [nerd, bratty young woman with oodles of confidence , at least on the surface, and excelling at English, who works for the college paper is asked to help]. Norma only does this to help promote her journalistic hopes for the future.  Zack turns up over an hour late for their first 'date' in the library and she is NOT impressed with him at all.  This is a welcome and delightful surprise for him as he thinks she is gorgeous but shy despite being a total brat to him. SO he calls her Brat. Their banter is HOT and great fun to read.  As time goers by you get to see their relationship changing as they get to know one another. if you are easily shocked - be prepared.  There is also plenty of humour with these two and they were just so well suited to each other despite  everything else.  But someone is out to get Zack and Norma gets in the way!  How will Zack react to someone hurting his Brat??  I thought the scene where Zack meets her brother, Liam, was a great piece of writing and had me laughing - especially when Liam went pale!  The team were wonderful with Norma and I loved that they even had a Norma Bratty manoeuvre for on the field.    I think that once you read this story, that like me you won't want to put it down.  Book 1,  Satin and Pearls, was fantastic,Book 1,  Satin and Pearls, was fantastic, Leather and Lace continued with Liam and Arianna and was brilliant but this book is my favourite of Lauren's ever and I have very high hopes for Lauren's next book!. I received a reader's copy of this book and voluntarily leave my honest opinion of it here. MOST DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED!!!

[Vitrin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arianna Hunnington is Daisy's roommate. She is a popular roommate. She has a reputation for being a bit brash and sexy, but she's hiding a truth that even her closest friend doesn't know. She is a single woman. Arianna is driven to become a successful businesswoman with hopes of one day becoming a chief executive of a large company. And there is no one or thing that could hinder her from her dream. When she is asked to send paperwork to Director of Operations, Liam Blackstone, she cannot believe that they have chosen her to participate in the photo shoot which is being held at his workplace. Sparks fly, and electricity flashes when they come into contact. Arianna cannot help but look at Mr. Sex-On A-Stick. He's definitely the most gorgeous guy she's ever had the pleasure of seeing.
Liam Blackstone is intrigued over his new assistant. He is looking for the hot bombshell, with all the curves. However, mixing his private life with work is a deadly mix. When he finds out she's making herself available for him. Right, Liam decides to make a agreement to take her on as his secretary. He will also teach his secretary about the world of business and how to handle it, the suffering and sacrifice that come with it. However, he also wants to help her understand the joy and passion. What he didn't expect was to be in love with Arianna. Will Arianna think the love of Liam is enough to will she give his heart?

What I enjoyed in this story is the fact that Liam and Arianna's relationship was a hot one and their relationship was a powerful one. I like how Liam demonstrated how the alpha was he with her , yet also how he was sincere and honest about his feelings towards Arianna. When she's in danger, Liam is in her corner and protects her. Jacob along with Norma Jean and Daisy were excellent characters to support in this tale. A great book to the story. I was able to read an advanced reader copy of the book. Also, I would like to thank leather underwear store for gifting me this book.

[Judy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book 2 in The Virgin Diaries and is about Diasy’s Best friend from book 1, Arianna and Liam. Arianna has a very hurtful past that she has learned to use to her advantage and boy does it help her one day at her internship. Arianna has been asked to take a sealed package to the top floor and once she gets there she is talked into a photo shoot with none other than the hot sexy CEO, Liam Blackstone. Things become heated between them quickly and Arianna can not believe her reaction to being in Liam’s arms! Let’s say Liam is a man who gets what he wants and he wants Arianna. Arianna can not believe what happened and then she is brought upstairs again the next day and offered the assistant job and a whole lot more! Liam may just be the devil and his offer could teach Arianna many useful lessons in the business world and the bedroom. Arianna believes she is saving herself for the perfect man and does not let anyone close to her as her dream is to be a powerful woman in the business world. Liam is a man who keeps his promise and teaches Arianna many things about the business world and only offers his other lesson if Arianna wants them and she is finding it hard not to go all the way. They have a unquie relationship over a period of two weeks and become a force in the business world along with each other. Once they hit the cross road can Arianna really see Liam for the man he is and move forward with him or will she keep her idea about the one in her way of finding something special with Liam? Each story can be read as a stand-alone. I voluntarily received an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.

[Patty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Liam Blackstone is a high powered professional, and when the model for his photo shoot does not show up, he grabs his intern, Arianna to take her place. And from there, this taboo romance begins. Arianna is a virgin, though with her reputation, you would never believe it. She is waiting for the one, but now faced with the decision, she has to decide if Liam is that person. I love Landish, she writes hot, sexy books with great story lines. This one is has many different sides to it, starting with the boss/intern taboo. As it continues, it shows Liam as the strong alpha, yet patient and caring man that he is as well as Arianna's road to self confidence and self realization. I really enjoyed the inclusion of Daisy who we met in the first book and how matter of fact she is able to speak to her friend. I also think Jacob, Liam's assistant adds a great value to their story. The roles of Daisy and Jacob as best friends is valuable and adds depth to the characters. I really enjoyed this book and can't wait to see what Landish has in store for us next.

Tor Thom and Melissa Moran continue their narration of this series. Tor Thom can make you fall in love with any character with that deep baritone voice. I love how he can create the alpha male with the sound of dominance yet feel the softness of the love the Liam feels. Melissa Moran has the perfect new adult voice for Arianna. She has a sound of innocence and uncertainty and as the story goes on, you can feel the change just in Arianna through the voice Moran uses. The narration is amazing!

[Karina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am really enjoying this series. In this book we meet Arianna and Liam. Arianna is friends of Daisy from Satin and Pearls (book 1). She is interning at Morgan Inc where Liam is CEO. I love the way they first meet. Right from the beginning each feel drawn to the other. Currently Arianna is working as a receptionist at the main entry to the office. She is asked to deliver an envelope to the executive floor and hand it to Liam's assistant. Soon she finds herself promoted to secretary for Liam. I don't want to give away what she walks into when she first meets Liam but it is good. Soon the two find themselves spending not only office hours together but time away from the office. The two have great chemistry together. This is a well written book and I could not put it down. I like the little drama in the form of a VP for Morgan Inc who feels she should have been named CEO. This is a hot and steamy read and I love how after Arianna explains to Liam how she is looking for more of a relationship than just a sexual one, Liam seems to be on the same page with Arianna. Seems once he meets Arianna all l he wants to do is make her happy and make her is. Great HEA! I can't wait to see what's in sore for his sister Norma Jean in the next book in this series!

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.