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A heart-stopping sexy contemporary romance prequel to
USA Today bestselling author K.A. Linde's new Cruel Trilogy.
I spot the mysterious stranger across the party.
I’d seen him in the park, writing furiously in his worn leather notebook.
He’s pure confidence, born and bred in high society with eyes like a hawk—observant, cunning, and wicked. With sensual lips and a bod ...more
I spot the mysterious stranger across the party.
I’d seen him in the park, writing furiously in his worn leather notebook.
He’s pure confidence, born and bred in high society with eyes like a hawk—observant, cunning, and wicked. With sensual lips and a bod ...more
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Mar 06, 2019
SueBee★bring me an alpha!★
marked it as to-read
SEX-ON-A-STICK HERO, PENN! FREE PREQUEL!
Free prequel to trilogy
Blurb:
I spot the mysterious stranger across the party.
I’d seen him in the park, writing furiously in his worn leather notebook.
He’s pure confidence, born and bred in high society with eyes like a hawk—observant, cunning, and wicked. With sensual lips and a body made to worship, he’s exquisite. A work of art.
While I’m young, innocent, and completely out of my depth.
But I’m drawn to him. Captivated by his approach. When he asks fo ...more
“Paris is a thief,” he said thoughtfully. “It steals a piece of your heart every time you come here.”
KA Linde brought a great introduction to Natalie and Penn’s story with One Cruel Night. After reading this, I cannot wait to see more with these two. I am intrigued!
When Natalie meets Penn, she knows he’s something special. They spend one magical night together, one she’ll never forget. Then the morning comes, and it all comes crashing down. I want to know what happened asap. I am so ...more
5 STARS
What a great way to start this new series!This is a novella and I loved it, it was fast paced and it was nice meeting Penn and Natalie!They have a great connection with passion and intensity and now I'm so ready to get more of them in Cruel Money! ...more
What a great way to start this new series!This is a novella and I loved it, it was fast paced and it was nice meeting Penn and Natalie!They have a great connection with passion and intensity and now I'm so ready to get more of them in Cruel Money! ...more
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Blurb:
I spot the mysterious stranger across the party.
I’d seen him in the park, writing furiously in his worn leather notebook.
He’s pure confidence, born and bred in high society with eyes like a hawk—observant, cunning, and wicked. With sensual lips and a body made to worship, he’s exquisite. A work of art.
While I’m young, innocent, and completely out of my depth.
But I’m drawn to him. Captivated by his approach. When he asks for one night, I ...more
Blurb:
I spot the mysterious stranger across the party.
I’d seen him in the park, writing furiously in his worn leather notebook.
He’s pure confidence, born and bred in high society with eyes like a hawk—observant, cunning, and wicked. With sensual lips and a body made to worship, he’s exquisite. A work of art.
While I’m young, innocent, and completely out of my depth.
But I’m drawn to him. Captivated by his approach. When he asks for one night, I ...more
I didn't realize there was a prequel to book 1 until after I started book 2. I stopped book 2 and went and listened to this one.
One Cruel Night gives a more in-depth picture of Natalie and Penn's first-time meeting which is talked about in the first book. Book 1 happens 6 years after this book.
Now, that I finished this one I'm returning to book #2.
One Cruel Night gives a more in-depth picture of Natalie and Penn's first-time meeting which is talked about in the first book. Book 1 happens 6 years after this book.
Now, that I finished this one I'm returning to book #2.
Audiobook source: Hoopla...more
Narrator: Stephen Dexter & Virginia Rose
Length: 2H 4M
OMG!!!! What a bang-up book! One Cruel Night held me hostage from the very first page until the end. UNWAVERING. UNRELENTING. UNEQUIVOCALLY ADDICTING. I felt such a rush while reading! Passion and power that made me melt. My body was on fire with desire.
Penn and Natalie are perfection together, and I could feel their chemistry course through this story. It was as if they were fated to be. I can’t wait to see how the rest of their saga unfolds.
One Cruel Night is one riveting and racy ride! Pure ...more
Penn and Natalie are perfection together, and I could feel their chemistry course through this story. It was as if they were fated to be. I can’t wait to see how the rest of their saga unfolds.
One Cruel Night is one riveting and racy ride! Pure ...more
Again, I've been listening to the audio book because I've been curious to what has happened tp them 6 years ago. As you all know, I've listened to the first book. So, afterwards, I went to this book. Hahaha, can't avoid being curious. But, will write the review soon in my blog.
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This was a good short prequel to a new series. It tells you the origin between Penn and Natalie met on her last night in Paris. It wasn’t anything profound but it was a way to get you ready for this series. It feels like it’s going to be a rollercoaster ride and I’m already in line with my ticket! Penn better have some good explanations and be ready to fight to win back Natalie!
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May 06, 2019
Snow
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okay...for a novella, it had prospect as it ended in a cliffy...so I jumped into the book 1 immediately
Two unlikey people met at the party wanting smth different or just being themselves, away from the prying eyes, judgements and such...and they clicked, emotionally, mentally...add a little spart and their chemistry hit the roof...
they spend the night together in a bliss, only to be brutally parted by his leaving, without a word, witout a single note, nothing...
Two unlikey people met at the party wanting smth different or just being themselves, away from the prying eyes, judgements and such...and they clicked, emotionally, mentally...add a little spart and their chemistry hit the roof...
they spend the night together in a bliss, only to be brutally parted by his leaving, without a word, witout a single note, nothing...
A really good introduction for this series! I can’t wait to read the next book, which will go live on January 22nd! 😍
Rating: 3 tentative stars
Trigger:
Come on, it's romance, there are no triggers...
Short review:
I hardly read romance - contemporary romance even rarely, so I don't know what to look for for a good romance book. But, it was good palate cleanser.
Penn had taken something from me.
Something I could never reclaim.
My innocence.
Oh, how cruel it was.
Review in image/gif:
Recommended:
Probably
Aftermath: (possible spoilers)
Come on, it's romance, there is no thinking afterwards... oh wait, I am readin ...more
Trigger:
Come on, it's romance, there are no triggers...
Short review:
I hardly read romance - contemporary romance even rarely, so I don't know what to look for for a good romance book. But, it was good palate cleanser.
Penn had taken something from me.
Something I could never reclaim.
My innocence.
Oh, how cruel it was.
Review in image/gif:
Recommended:
Probably
Aftermath: (possible spoilers)
Come on, it's romance, there is no thinking afterwards... oh wait, I am readin ...more
3 ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 1/2 Stars! Looks like a good start to very interesting series. I want to read more of it.
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Enjoying the adventure of a lifetime, Natalie finds herself soaking up all that Paris has to offer. At the insistence of her best friend, Natalie soon engages in one last night of fun! With a party the focus of attention, Natalie can’t help but feel like no one in attendance is her ‘type’ of person. Then she discovers Penn standing on a balcony.
Natalie quickly realizes that the gentleman she has watched scribbling away in his notebook each day in the park is none other than the handsome gent st ...more
Natalie quickly realizes that the gentleman she has watched scribbling away in his notebook each day in the park is none other than the handsome gent st ...more
4 Stars / 4 Steam Fans
Talk about a hook you in TEASE!! Natalie and Penn meet one night in Paris. Spend an AMAZING night together only to be split apart by mysterious forces. I can't wait to find out what happens next!!
This specific video review will be included in the May 2019 wrap-up.
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(Review may be edited at a later date.) ...more
Talk about a hook you in TEASE!! Natalie and Penn meet one night in Paris. Spend an AMAZING night together only to be split apart by mysterious forces. I can't wait to find out what happens next!!
This specific video review will be included in the May 2019 wrap-up.
For other video book reviews check out my YouTube Channel: Steph's Romance Book Talk.
(Review may be edited at a later date.) ...more
3.5 stars. Definitely fluff. But darn good, engaging writing. And the start to what is bound to be a bit of angst filled romance. Our h loses her virginity in a fun filled last night in Paris. She is swept off her feet. But in the morning he is gone, from his own home and she is shown the door by the maid. Six years later...they meet again.
*3.75 stars
This was a super fun novella! I really want to read the first book in this series. This is the little novella that sets up the backstory before book one. These two characters met in Paris one night and this is just the story about that night! I believe the book after this one takes place six years later and I can't wait to read it!
*read for the #kindleclearout readathon ...more
This was a super fun novella! I really want to read the first book in this series. This is the little novella that sets up the backstory before book one. These two characters met in Paris one night and this is just the story about that night! I believe the book after this one takes place six years later and I can't wait to read it!
*read for the #kindleclearout readathon ...more
Cruel Night is a great read on its own,but it is must read before you read Cruel Money.
This gives a chance to see how they met , and how intense their connections was.
It gives a better understanding of the actions when they meet 6 years later.
A Must Read!
This gives a chance to see how they met , and how intense their connections was.
It gives a better understanding of the actions when they meet 6 years later.
A Must Read!
This was a great way to start this series. It's definitely going to be a rollercoaster! I am so grateful for my ARC of Cruel Money, so I can dive in now.
Full review to follow soon. ...more
Full review to follow soon. ...more
" Paris is a thief," he said thoughtfully. "It steals a piece of your heart every time you come here."
3 stars for that line alone, because god knows that city owns my heart and soul. "One Cruel Night" is a prequel short story in Author, K.A Linde latest series and it just hit all the right spots for me. Also, the fact that parts of it reminded me of the movie "Before sunrise", which is like one of my favourite movies of all time, so there's that!
So looking forward to continue reading this ...more
3 stars for that line alone, because god knows that city owns my heart and soul. "One Cruel Night" is a prequel short story in Author, K.A Linde latest series and it just hit all the right spots for me. Also, the fact that parts of it reminded me of the movie "Before sunrise", which is like one of my favourite movies of all time, so there's that!
So looking forward to continue reading this ...more
I have a feeling that One Cruel Night is going to be the beginning of another great series by K.A. Linde.
Penn and Nat hit it off in Paris. They enjoyed touring the city of Paris together - sight seeing, eating French cuisine and just spending time with each other. Nat and Penn have instant chemistry and they spend an amazing night together, but what happens when Nat wakes up alone? I can't wait for book one to be released and to see what happens between Nat and Penn. ...more
Penn and Nat hit it off in Paris. They enjoyed touring the city of Paris together - sight seeing, eating French cuisine and just spending time with each other. Nat and Penn have instant chemistry and they spend an amazing night together, but what happens when Nat wakes up alone? I can't wait for book one to be released and to see what happens between Nat and Penn. ...more
“What’s your deepest, darkest secret?” I asked on a whim. His eyes slid sideways to mine, and a clever grin spread on his lips. “You couldn’t handle that one.”
One night in Paris can be a lifechanger. A night to be someoelse, to act out of your behavior and experience new feelings. One night with him can be cruel and change your life forever.
Natalie is having a unique chance in life. On vacation with her friend in Paris, she knows that this opportunity will probably be the only one she will have ...more
One night in Paris can be a lifechanger. A night to be someoelse, to act out of your behavior and experience new feelings. One night with him can be cruel and change your life forever.
Natalie is having a unique chance in life. On vacation with her friend in Paris, she knows that this opportunity will probably be the only one she will have ...more
IT ALL STARTED ON A PARK BENCH IN PARIS … yes, author had me at “Paris”
“Paris is a thief … It steals a piece of your heart every time you come here."
Two strangers. Both American. One perfect night in Paris. A young man and a coed cross paths a magical night. NATALIE (18) is on the last night of fully experiencing the City of Lights with her best friend before starting college when she runs into an enigmatic guy she’s frequently seen in the park. In a romantic night that she will never forget, th ...more
“Paris is a thief … It steals a piece of your heart every time you come here."
Two strangers. Both American. One perfect night in Paris. A young man and a coed cross paths a magical night. NATALIE (18) is on the last night of fully experiencing the City of Lights with her best friend before starting college when she runs into an enigmatic guy she’s frequently seen in the park. In a romantic night that she will never forget, th ...more
4 stars!
The night before Natalie leaves Paris, she meets Penn at a party and there’s something about him that draws her in. Natalie is fresh, sweet, and somewhat naïve, and she opens her heart to Penn who has a jaded view of love. They get each other and the walls come down. All reservations go out the window and and they end up sharing a passionate and unforgettable evening together. The next day Natalie awakes alone and with a broken heart, she’s changed forever.
One Cruel Night is a fantastic ...more
The night before Natalie leaves Paris, she meets Penn at a party and there’s something about him that draws her in. Natalie is fresh, sweet, and somewhat naïve, and she opens her heart to Penn who has a jaded view of love. They get each other and the walls come down. All reservations go out the window and and they end up sharing a passionate and unforgettable evening together. The next day Natalie awakes alone and with a broken heart, she’s changed forever.
One Cruel Night is a fantastic ...more
This was a great setup to KA Linde’s upcoming release, Cruel Money. I enjoyed this early snippet of meeting Penn and Natalie. However, there was one BIG problem I had with the story that I couldn’t get passed. (view spoiler)
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I didn’t realize this was a prequel to this new series. So when I started this book, thinking oh my lanta, I had no idea she had a new book out, I was seriously disappointed. I didn’t understand why it just jumps you into a single evening with a few characters with no background at all. But the further I got, I just fell in love. It didn’t take very long to realize that this was just the beginning. I cannot wait to pick up Cruel Money!!!
I thought this was a great set up book for the coming trilogy.
I found myself intrigued about the characters and wanting to know where the story will take them as I'm sure they will somehow meet in the following book.
As the book begins in Paris, we are moving back to the States.
Natalie, a wanna be English major has a one night stand with Penn and before she wakes, he's gone after a phone call from home. She doesn't know his name since he wanted the night to be anonymous.
Where will the story go? C ...more
I found myself intrigued about the characters and wanting to know where the story will take them as I'm sure they will somehow meet in the following book.
As the book begins in Paris, we are moving back to the States.
Natalie, a wanna be English major has a one night stand with Penn and before she wakes, he's gone after a phone call from home. She doesn't know his name since he wanted the night to be anonymous.
Where will the story go? C ...more
Wow! This was my first book by this author and I absolutely glad I picked it up. I enjoyed the story between Natalie and Penn so much. One night in Paris in the city of love. He gave her one night and showed her all the great places and so much more. I don’t want to give anything away but I absolutely enjoyed everything about this story. And then that ending I can’t wait to see what happens next.
Penn and Natalie's spark provided a great opener to the Cruel Money series. I enjoyed the prequel in audiobook and can't wait to get the full series underway. There is a tremendous amount of potential for each of their characters and I want to know more about them both!
Note: I received a review copy of this title courtesy of the audiobook publisher, Tantor. ...more
Note: I received a review copy of this title courtesy of the audiobook publisher, Tantor. ...more
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K.A. Linde is the USA Today bestselling author of the Avoiding Series, Wrights, and more than thirty other novels. She has a Masters degree in political science from the University of Georgia, was the head campaign worker for the 2012 presidential campaign at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and served as the head coach of the Duke University dance team. She loves reading fantasy n
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