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Waking up in Vegas
What happens in Vegas…
Waking up to the bright lights of Vegas in an unfamiliar penthouse suite, cocktail waitress Phoenix Montgomery finds she’s covered from head to foot in gold glitter and not alone – aside from the empty bottle of champagne, there’s a mystery man in the shower and a huge sparkly ring on her finger!
Stays in Vegas?
There’s no denying Max Waldburg’s demi-god sex appeal but commitment-phobic Phoenix doesn’t do relationships. Only it seems her new husband (agh!) has other ideas…he’s trying to keep that ring on her finger and his wife firmly back in his bed. The only question on her lips is – why? Or maybe, why not?
Waking up to the bright lights of Vegas in an unfamiliar penthouse suite, cocktail waitress Phoenix Montgomery finds she’s covered from head to foot in gold glitter and not alone – aside from the empty bottle of champagne, there’s a mystery man in the shower and a huge sparkly ring on her finger!
Stays in Vegas?
There’s no denying Max Waldburg’s demi-god sex appeal but commitment-phobic Phoenix doesn’t do relationships. Only it seems her new husband (agh!) has other ideas…he’s trying to keep that ring on her finger and his wife firmly back in his bed. The only question on her lips is – why? Or maybe, why not?
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Romy Sommer
25 books125 followersRomy Sommer is the author of seven contemporary romance novels published by HarperCollins London, and she has also indie-published a further eight books, including "The Beginner's Guide to Writing Romance."
Romy was the founder and first Chairperson of ROSA (Romance writers Organisation of South Africa). Through ROSA, she discovered a passion for teaching and mentoring aspiring writers, and, after two decades in film production, became a full-time writing coach and developmental editor.
Though Romy's heart lies in Europe, she doesn't cope well with the cold, so she lives in sunny South Africa, in the City of Gold, Johannesburg, where she writes contemporary, feel-good fairy tale romances. She loves binge-watching foreign language Rom Coms on Netflix, travel and musical theatre. Her current obsession is romantic K-dramas.
Romy was the founder and first Chairperson of ROSA (Romance writers Organisation of South Africa). Through ROSA, she discovered a passion for teaching and mentoring aspiring writers, and, after two decades in film production, became a full-time writing coach and developmental editor.
Though Romy's heart lies in Europe, she doesn't cope well with the cold, so she lives in sunny South Africa, in the City of Gold, Johannesburg, where she writes contemporary, feel-good fairy tale romances. She loves binge-watching foreign language Rom Coms on Netflix, travel and musical theatre. Her current obsession is romantic K-dramas.
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December 27, 2015
Waking up inside a boring plotline that resulted in a huge headache. Surely the concept behind it is very compelling and generally cute, exactly what you want for a lazy read with no much of an impact or meaning.
But sadly this one didn't work out for me not even that way. I practically hated it from the get go mainly because of the absolutely unrealistic story and the annoying characters. Max was likeable and ok overall. He tried a lot, he was sweet and caring, but Phoenix was a total disappointment. Misery impersonated even when everything is fine.
The first few chapters were interesting enough and light, but when the royal aspect made it's appearance i automatically drew the line. It's almost funny at some points and the characters although incredibly cheesy share a connection. But that's it for me. I tried and after a long time i finished it but truthfully it was a big miss.
THOUGHTS ABOUT THE BOOK
- Although arrogant and a bit overbearing i liked Max.
- Phoenix can't remember how they met and Max tries hard to change that.
- It definitely has a Cinderella vibe, not sure if that's a good thing or rather cheesy.
But sadly this one didn't work out for me not even that way. I practically hated it from the get go mainly because of the absolutely unrealistic story and the annoying characters. Max was likeable and ok overall. He tried a lot, he was sweet and caring, but Phoenix was a total disappointment. Misery impersonated even when everything is fine.
The first few chapters were interesting enough and light, but when the royal aspect made it's appearance i automatically drew the line. It's almost funny at some points and the characters although incredibly cheesy share a connection. But that's it for me. I tried and after a long time i finished it but truthfully it was a big miss.
THOUGHTS ABOUT THE BOOK
- Although arrogant and a bit overbearing i liked Max.
- Phoenix can't remember how they met and Max tries hard to change that.
- It definitely has a Cinderella vibe, not sure if that's a good thing or rather cheesy.
February 4, 2016
Waking Up In Vegas es el primer libro que leo de Romy Soomer y narra la hermosa historia de Max y Phoenix.
Llevaba cerca de un año con el libro en lista de TR, pero no conseguia encontrarlo por ningun lado, hasta que hace unos dias mirando un blog lo vi y enloqueci!!
Waking Up In Vegas fue todo lo que esperaba y mas : una historia romantica ( quizas un poco fantasiosa, pero muy bonita ), con un ritmo muy natural, personajes muy divertidos y con menos de 200 paginas, se lee en muy poco tiempo.
Cuando me encontre el libro estaba buscando una lectura ligera pero que no fuera demasiado sencilla y esta novela fue justo eso, con la apariencia de un libro simple pero que esconde una trama muy linda.
Puede que no sea la historia de sus vidas pero definitivamente se convertira en una lectura que recordaran con cariño dentro de un tiempo.
3.75 Estrellas!
May 12, 2013
Waking up with the mother of all hangovers is one thing, waking up and looking into the eyes of the most drop dead gorgeous man you have ever seen and not remembering you married him the night before, is a complete different scenario and one I think would send any woman running to a million different conclusions.
But if that drop dead gorgeous husband is refusing any idea of divorce, simply because he believes destiny and some age old magical spell has brought you together, how are you meant to get out it, jump out the window and run away or rather run into his arms and stick around to find out if the magic is real?
In the new read from Romy Sommer it is exactly what happens to Phoenix, she wakes up with a really bad headache, naked, well all for except a ring on her finger, and in the bed of all-I-need-to-do-is-touch-you-and-the-flames-burn-higher Max.
Immediately her mind starts working on a way to get out of his arms and away from the piercing blue eyes that seem to look straight into her soul and of course to a lawyers office for a divorce, marriage is not her thing, loving someone and then having to face loosing yourself if you were to loose them, is the one thing this free spirit simply does not do!
But Max, is not falling for it, he will do anything and everything in his power to keep his wife in his bed and in his life. Even if it means not revealing his true identity, and instead proving to her they are meant to be by showering her with attention in and out of bed.
The character of Phoenix was a but of loopy one, she goes from hot to cold and from weird and unpredictable to totally straight faced in a manner of seconds. At first I did not like her all that much as I was thinking "Hello, your married to a drop dead gorgeous man, who will do absolutely everything for you, what more do you want?".
And ladies I mean everything, I am talking breakfast in bed, running you a hot bath with rose pedals and all, not to mention being able to burn up the sheets to a level of hotness that will leave you falling at his feet anytime anywhere! He also believes your his soul mate and freely admits he loves you even though he has only known your a few hours. What more could any woman ask for, it's the whole package.
But as the author revealed Phoenix's background it became clear why she holds back and would rather take it one day at a time or not all. I loved that the author lets Phoenix's personality adjust to her surroundings, it showed that if you put your mind to it you can do anything without loosing yourself in the process.
The character of Max was simply delicious!! He is strong, confident, kind, caring, considerate, and just plain sexy, everything a woman would want in a husband. I totally loved that the author lets his true identity stay secret until the right moment, it gave the read a sense of mystery and I could tell the moment of conflict was going to be great, and I could not wait to see what would happen when the truth is revealed. I also completely adored how the author lets Max bring Phoenix's defences down bit by bit, by the incorporation of fairy tales from his country it was so much fun to read!
The backdrop settings were perfect, from the wild strips of Vegas, showing the wild and carefree spirit of Phoenix to the exquisitely described landscapes and private gardens that mirrored the need for privacy that Max's life entails.
The dialogue was sweet and kind but just as fast went to hot and passionate! The author gave me moments of true emotional joy and at the end of the read had me in tears !
I highly recommend this read to everyone that enjoys a fun and spicy romance read with a difference. The fact that the author incorporated a fairy tale backdrop made it that much more magical!
Excellent work Romy, keep them coming!
5/5 star review
" She runs from his bed, but will she be able to run from his love?"
But if that drop dead gorgeous husband is refusing any idea of divorce, simply because he believes destiny and some age old magical spell has brought you together, how are you meant to get out it, jump out the window and run away or rather run into his arms and stick around to find out if the magic is real?
In the new read from Romy Sommer it is exactly what happens to Phoenix, she wakes up with a really bad headache, naked, well all for except a ring on her finger, and in the bed of all-I-need-to-do-is-touch-you-and-the-flames-burn-higher Max.
Immediately her mind starts working on a way to get out of his arms and away from the piercing blue eyes that seem to look straight into her soul and of course to a lawyers office for a divorce, marriage is not her thing, loving someone and then having to face loosing yourself if you were to loose them, is the one thing this free spirit simply does not do!
But Max, is not falling for it, he will do anything and everything in his power to keep his wife in his bed and in his life. Even if it means not revealing his true identity, and instead proving to her they are meant to be by showering her with attention in and out of bed.
The character of Phoenix was a but of loopy one, she goes from hot to cold and from weird and unpredictable to totally straight faced in a manner of seconds. At first I did not like her all that much as I was thinking "Hello, your married to a drop dead gorgeous man, who will do absolutely everything for you, what more do you want?".
And ladies I mean everything, I am talking breakfast in bed, running you a hot bath with rose pedals and all, not to mention being able to burn up the sheets to a level of hotness that will leave you falling at his feet anytime anywhere! He also believes your his soul mate and freely admits he loves you even though he has only known your a few hours. What more could any woman ask for, it's the whole package.
But as the author revealed Phoenix's background it became clear why she holds back and would rather take it one day at a time or not all. I loved that the author lets Phoenix's personality adjust to her surroundings, it showed that if you put your mind to it you can do anything without loosing yourself in the process.
The character of Max was simply delicious!! He is strong, confident, kind, caring, considerate, and just plain sexy, everything a woman would want in a husband. I totally loved that the author lets his true identity stay secret until the right moment, it gave the read a sense of mystery and I could tell the moment of conflict was going to be great, and I could not wait to see what would happen when the truth is revealed. I also completely adored how the author lets Max bring Phoenix's defences down bit by bit, by the incorporation of fairy tales from his country it was so much fun to read!
The backdrop settings were perfect, from the wild strips of Vegas, showing the wild and carefree spirit of Phoenix to the exquisitely described landscapes and private gardens that mirrored the need for privacy that Max's life entails.
The dialogue was sweet and kind but just as fast went to hot and passionate! The author gave me moments of true emotional joy and at the end of the read had me in tears !
I highly recommend this read to everyone that enjoys a fun and spicy romance read with a difference. The fact that the author incorporated a fairy tale backdrop made it that much more magical!
Excellent work Romy, keep them coming!
5/5 star review
" She runs from his bed, but will she be able to run from his love?"
May 22, 2013
Loved it!
I had a soft-spot for Phoenix from the start of the book and I was thrilled to read her happily ever after. Max was a perfect drool-worthy hero and I loved that he wasn't the jaded one. I was totally absorbed in the story and as I learned more about the characters the more I fell in love with each of them. It truly is a beautiful fairytale every romantic should read. Looking forward to book 2 very much!
I had a soft-spot for Phoenix from the start of the book and I was thrilled to read her happily ever after. Max was a perfect drool-worthy hero and I loved that he wasn't the jaded one. I was totally absorbed in the story and as I learned more about the characters the more I fell in love with each of them. It truly is a beautiful fairytale every romantic should read. Looking forward to book 2 very much!
May 19, 2013
Waking up in Vegas Romy Sommer.
This is a fun romantic tale with a lovely HEA. Sometimes you want light-hearted and funny and this book does it. Phoenix wakes up next to a gorgeous hunk and can't remember...anything about how she got there! Max, that's his name, then drops the bombshell that they married the night before desperately in love!
He remembers everything, and though Phoenix doesn't believe in the concept of settling down and being with just one person he persuades her (not least with some smoking sex) to stay with him for first the afternoon and evening, then the night then when she finally goes back to her motel, who does she find it there but...Max. That man is determined not to let the love of his life go. He tells her its a family legend that they recognise their love at first sight and she is his. They don't believe in divorce, have never needed it as everyone has been happy for generations. He's quite clever about what he tells her, knowing that with her fear of commitment she'll run if he tells the whole truth straight out. Then there are family problems, they get separated and eventually find each other again...
Its a great tale, full of smiles and humour, love and heartbreak, and showing just how events impact on families and love. I fell for Max right from the start – who wouldn't? He's a total romantic, and so thoughtful and so in love with Phoenix, but also aware of his duty to family. Phoenix, just scared because of what happened to her parents, loves him really but is too afraid to admit it or commit herself but slowly he wears her down. There's some tear-jerking moments here, and its got some real depth despite me sayings its a light-hearted story. The ending – perfect, and left me with a big beam on my face. Sometimes I like to read deep, dark fantasy and sometimes I just want a book to make me feel good about the world, something easy to read and make me smile and this book does just that.
For romance lovers who want the HEA its perfect, and though usually these books are a one time only read for me this had enough depth that it'll go in my keepers file for re reading for when I want my spirits lifted :)
Well edited and written, plots that join up and don't leave reader wondering “what happened there?” Its not cheap at 182 pages for £2.99 but on a par with many others in this genre and is worth a re read which adds VFM.
Stars, four - not quite a five, a bit too short for that but it's close.
This is a fun romantic tale with a lovely HEA. Sometimes you want light-hearted and funny and this book does it. Phoenix wakes up next to a gorgeous hunk and can't remember...anything about how she got there! Max, that's his name, then drops the bombshell that they married the night before desperately in love!
He remembers everything, and though Phoenix doesn't believe in the concept of settling down and being with just one person he persuades her (not least with some smoking sex) to stay with him for first the afternoon and evening, then the night then when she finally goes back to her motel, who does she find it there but...Max. That man is determined not to let the love of his life go. He tells her its a family legend that they recognise their love at first sight and she is his. They don't believe in divorce, have never needed it as everyone has been happy for generations. He's quite clever about what he tells her, knowing that with her fear of commitment she'll run if he tells the whole truth straight out. Then there are family problems, they get separated and eventually find each other again...
Its a great tale, full of smiles and humour, love and heartbreak, and showing just how events impact on families and love. I fell for Max right from the start – who wouldn't? He's a total romantic, and so thoughtful and so in love with Phoenix, but also aware of his duty to family. Phoenix, just scared because of what happened to her parents, loves him really but is too afraid to admit it or commit herself but slowly he wears her down. There's some tear-jerking moments here, and its got some real depth despite me sayings its a light-hearted story. The ending – perfect, and left me with a big beam on my face. Sometimes I like to read deep, dark fantasy and sometimes I just want a book to make me feel good about the world, something easy to read and make me smile and this book does just that.
For romance lovers who want the HEA its perfect, and though usually these books are a one time only read for me this had enough depth that it'll go in my keepers file for re reading for when I want my spirits lifted :)
Well edited and written, plots that join up and don't leave reader wondering “what happened there?” Its not cheap at 182 pages for £2.99 but on a par with many others in this genre and is worth a re read which adds VFM.
Stars, four - not quite a five, a bit too short for that but it's close.
May 14, 2013
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This was a great little read. I enjoyed the chase that Max had going with Phoenix. While I enjoyed Phoenix as a whole character there were times that she was completely selfish and a downright brat. I could understand why he past made her gun-shy about relationships, it was just an on going struggle for most of the book. Also there is an element to this book that surprised me, I won't tell cause its a good one! This book was well worth the time it took me to read it. Had it been any longer and thus prolonging the heroine's fight to love Max and it would of been too much.
This was a great little read. I enjoyed the chase that Max had going with Phoenix. While I enjoyed Phoenix as a whole character there were times that she was completely selfish and a downright brat. I could understand why he past made her gun-shy about relationships, it was just an on going struggle for most of the book. Also there is an element to this book that surprised me, I won't tell cause its a good one! This book was well worth the time it took me to read it. Had it been any longer and thus prolonging the heroine's fight to love Max and it would of been too much.
June 12, 2013
I finished Waking up in Vegas with a huge grin on my face. It's funny, sweet and sexy. Phoenix is just like me (wishful thinking maybe), and Max is delicious. What a fun read. Definitely a keeper. Can't wait for Max's brother's story!
June 21, 2013
Review can also be found at Jackie's Book World :)
Waking Up in Vegas is not just another story about two drunk individuals getting married in Vegas. The story evolves around Max and Phoenix, and how they cope with their marriage. As a casino waitress, Phoenix wasn't expecting to get hitched with the handsome stranger that bought her a drink one night. But things turned out for the worst the next morning when she wakes up and finds herself in a hotel room wearing a wedding ring and without any knowledge of who is the handsome men standing in front of her. As people often say, “what happens in Vegas stay in Vegas,” but that isn't the case with with their marriage, because as soon as Phoenix suggests a divorce, Max refuses all because in his country there hasn't been a divorce for over 300 years and he was not about to break that tradition. Angry and confused, Phoenix does the impossible to get him to sign the the divorce papers, but knowing that he wasn't going to sign them, she decides to let him stay with her, with the intend that he will go away eventually.
But everyone has secrets and Phoenix nor Max are immune to that. Both have secrets to reveal and the attraction between them also grows in time. As they get to know each other, Phoenix will have to learn how to leave everything behind for the man she has grown to love. Being an already beautifully written story, Waking Up in Vegas is not your typical story. What I liked about the story was that Phoenix is a strong leading character, she has a past like anyone else and because of that she has to constantly protect herself from getting hurt. On the other hand, Max is your typical handsome character with a twist. He is not only romantic, but he also believes in a destiny and a happily every after. Which not a lot of guys do, but he makes the story that much romantic and hard to put down. As a reader, I found myself completely lost in the beauty of the setting and the in the characters. There were times when Phoenix's personality did not work in some of the scenes, but knowing where she was coming from made her actions understandable. I really loved the ending, it was cute and romantic. I would completely recommend this story to those readers that love a good romance novel and fairy tale endings.
Waking Up in Vegas is not just another story about two drunk individuals getting married in Vegas. The story evolves around Max and Phoenix, and how they cope with their marriage. As a casino waitress, Phoenix wasn't expecting to get hitched with the handsome stranger that bought her a drink one night. But things turned out for the worst the next morning when she wakes up and finds herself in a hotel room wearing a wedding ring and without any knowledge of who is the handsome men standing in front of her. As people often say, “what happens in Vegas stay in Vegas,” but that isn't the case with with their marriage, because as soon as Phoenix suggests a divorce, Max refuses all because in his country there hasn't been a divorce for over 300 years and he was not about to break that tradition. Angry and confused, Phoenix does the impossible to get him to sign the the divorce papers, but knowing that he wasn't going to sign them, she decides to let him stay with her, with the intend that he will go away eventually.
But everyone has secrets and Phoenix nor Max are immune to that. Both have secrets to reveal and the attraction between them also grows in time. As they get to know each other, Phoenix will have to learn how to leave everything behind for the man she has grown to love. Being an already beautifully written story, Waking Up in Vegas is not your typical story. What I liked about the story was that Phoenix is a strong leading character, she has a past like anyone else and because of that she has to constantly protect herself from getting hurt. On the other hand, Max is your typical handsome character with a twist. He is not only romantic, but he also believes in a destiny and a happily every after. Which not a lot of guys do, but he makes the story that much romantic and hard to put down. As a reader, I found myself completely lost in the beauty of the setting and the in the characters. There were times when Phoenix's personality did not work in some of the scenes, but knowing where she was coming from made her actions understandable. I really loved the ending, it was cute and romantic. I would completely recommend this story to those readers that love a good romance novel and fairy tale endings.
September 21, 2013
Title: Waking up in Vegas
Author: Romy Sommer
Publisher: HarperImuplse
Publication Date: 9th May 2013
Blurb
What happens in Vegas…
Waking up to the bright lights of Vegas in an unfamiliar penthouse suite, cocktail waitress Phoenix Montgomery finds she’s covered from head to foot in gold glitter and not alone – aside from the empty bottle of champagne, there’s a mystery man in the shower and a huge sparkly ring on her finger!
Stays in Vegas?
There’s no denying Max Waldburg’s demi-god sex appeal but commitment-phobic Phoenix doesn’t do relationships. Only it seems her new husband (agh!) has other ideas…he’s trying to keep that ring on her finger and his wife firmly back in his bed. The only question on her lips is – why? Or maybe, why not?
Verdict
Amazing & Truly Fabulous 5/5 star rating!
I am so happy that Harpercollins decided to set up HarperImpulse giving new writers chance to get their stories out there for all of us to read, and wow I loved this one.
I was giggling pretty much all the way through, Phoenix Montgomery is a girl who is not going to be a tied down by one man and has a huge sparkly ring on her finger.. Problem is for Phoenix, she cannot remember anything that happened the night before as she wakes up in an unfamiliar penthouse suite with an amazing demi-god sexy man lying next to her called Max Waldburg. He has other ideas and tells her they got married in Vegas and she is his Wife forever..However Phoenix isn't going to let that happen anytime soon...
A truly fantastic read, while reading you know Phoenix & Max have great chemistry between them, you can just feel it! It makes you feel like a true fairy tale romance with some added bonus'
I literally finished this in 1 day as was hooked and was an easy read! A great story to have on your Kindle and you need to read!
I was cheering nearer to the end and was so happy! :)
Romy Sommer I hope to see more books from you in the future!
Truly fabulous!
Author: Romy Sommer
Publisher: HarperImuplse
Publication Date: 9th May 2013
Blurb
What happens in Vegas…
Waking up to the bright lights of Vegas in an unfamiliar penthouse suite, cocktail waitress Phoenix Montgomery finds she’s covered from head to foot in gold glitter and not alone – aside from the empty bottle of champagne, there’s a mystery man in the shower and a huge sparkly ring on her finger!
Stays in Vegas?
There’s no denying Max Waldburg’s demi-god sex appeal but commitment-phobic Phoenix doesn’t do relationships. Only it seems her new husband (agh!) has other ideas…he’s trying to keep that ring on her finger and his wife firmly back in his bed. The only question on her lips is – why? Or maybe, why not?
Verdict
Amazing & Truly Fabulous 5/5 star rating!
I am so happy that Harpercollins decided to set up HarperImpulse giving new writers chance to get their stories out there for all of us to read, and wow I loved this one.
I was giggling pretty much all the way through, Phoenix Montgomery is a girl who is not going to be a tied down by one man and has a huge sparkly ring on her finger.. Problem is for Phoenix, she cannot remember anything that happened the night before as she wakes up in an unfamiliar penthouse suite with an amazing demi-god sexy man lying next to her called Max Waldburg. He has other ideas and tells her they got married in Vegas and she is his Wife forever..However Phoenix isn't going to let that happen anytime soon...
A truly fantastic read, while reading you know Phoenix & Max have great chemistry between them, you can just feel it! It makes you feel like a true fairy tale romance with some added bonus'
I literally finished this in 1 day as was hooked and was an easy read! A great story to have on your Kindle and you need to read!
I was cheering nearer to the end and was so happy! :)
Romy Sommer I hope to see more books from you in the future!
Truly fabulous!
October 22, 2013
Jane Hunt Writer First Steps
Waking up in Vegas is a delightful romantic Cinderella style fairytale with a contemporary edge. The fairytale theme isn't apparent at the beginning but once revealed the story becomes a charming read full of humour, romance and angst.
Phoenix at first glance appears the antithesis of Cinderella. She is forceful, streetwise and cynical. Her father like Cinderella's is a man who loses his way when his soul mate dies, his emotional withdrawal coupled with a nomadic lifestyle unsuited to a teenage girl scar Phoenix and make her distrust the life and love Max is offering.
Max is sexy, handsome and arrogant but as his secret's are revealed he is also a romantic, idealistic loyal man who accepts his duty without complaint.
The plot has many 21st century twists and conflicts for Max and Phoenix to overcome before they enjoy their timeless happy ever after.
Romy Sommer
June 29, 2013
3.5 Stars.
Phoenix Montgomery & Max Waldburg are from opposite ends of the scale when it comes to their backgrounds.
Phoenix is a waitress in Las Vegas, and Max is a Vintner.....He is also a Prince from a small European principality, but being the second son, has been allowed to live his own life.
As the saying goes - Marry in haste, repent at leisure, pretty much sums up Phoenix's feeling's when she wakes up in an unknown bed, to be told she has married Max after spending 24 hours together in Vegas, unfortunately she cannot remember any of it.
The story develops with Max trying to help Phoenix remember why they married and all of the things they have in common, but Phoneix has been let down before and is reluctant to give her heart away to anyone else.
I really enjoyed this book, it's your typical modern day Cinderella, with a little bit of magic, and an old fashioned Prince Charming thrown in for good measure. It's not a massively long novel, but it was well written, nothing felt rushed, and the story developed at a steady pace.
A good read, worth a few hours of your time, and hey who doesn't love a happily ever after once in a while ;-)
I was privileged to be provided with a copy of this book through Netgalley, and as thanks I have provided the above honest review.
Phoenix Montgomery & Max Waldburg are from opposite ends of the scale when it comes to their backgrounds.
Phoenix is a waitress in Las Vegas, and Max is a Vintner.....He is also a Prince from a small European principality, but being the second son, has been allowed to live his own life.
As the saying goes - Marry in haste, repent at leisure, pretty much sums up Phoenix's feeling's when she wakes up in an unknown bed, to be told she has married Max after spending 24 hours together in Vegas, unfortunately she cannot remember any of it.
The story develops with Max trying to help Phoenix remember why they married and all of the things they have in common, but Phoneix has been let down before and is reluctant to give her heart away to anyone else.
I really enjoyed this book, it's your typical modern day Cinderella, with a little bit of magic, and an old fashioned Prince Charming thrown in for good measure. It's not a massively long novel, but it was well written, nothing felt rushed, and the story developed at a steady pace.
A good read, worth a few hours of your time, and hey who doesn't love a happily ever after once in a while ;-)
I was privileged to be provided with a copy of this book through Netgalley, and as thanks I have provided the above honest review.
May 21, 2013
Phoenix wakes up with a strange man in her bed and finds she has married him. He begs for a chance to convince her that they are destined to be together that none in his family has divorced in 300 years. She slowly accepts she has feelings for him but still wishes she could remember the night they supposedly married.
This story is your typical Cinderella romance, the perfect man ( prince charming and the woman that has had a rough life and wants to chase her dreams) he modern day twist mixed with folklore and fairy tales is charming and sweet. I loved all the characters and the story is a classic who doesn’t dream of a man that loves you.
Recommendation: If you like a Cinderella type sweet romance, complete with princes, and castles and kingdoms, toss in a modern day setting, with a strong female lead, that is afraid to follow her heart and accept her prince charming, lots of sensuous romance you will love this one.
This story is your typical Cinderella romance, the perfect man ( prince charming and the woman that has had a rough life and wants to chase her dreams) he modern day twist mixed with folklore and fairy tales is charming and sweet. I loved all the characters and the story is a classic who doesn’t dream of a man that loves you.
Recommendation: If you like a Cinderella type sweet romance, complete with princes, and castles and kingdoms, toss in a modern day setting, with a strong female lead, that is afraid to follow her heart and accept her prince charming, lots of sensuous romance you will love this one.
May 21, 2013
This was the first book I downloaded onto my brand new kindle and I wasn't disappointed. Pheonix and Max marry after one date, unfortunately it coincides with a prescription drug induced amnesia episode and Pheonix remembers none of it. She struggles trying to come to grips with why the free-spirited, commitment phobic person she thinks she is, would tie herself down after so short an acquaintance. When a family problem sends Max back to Europe, it looks like the marriage is over before it's even begun.
Ms. Sommer weaves an emotionally touching, but light-hearted read, through the desert heat of Vegas to the medieval streets of an small European duchy. The characters were realistic and multi-dimensional and their hot chemistry burns through the pages.
I really enjoyed this book and couldn't put it down until Pheonix and Max had their HEA.
Ms. Sommer weaves an emotionally touching, but light-hearted read, through the desert heat of Vegas to the medieval streets of an small European duchy. The characters were realistic and multi-dimensional and their hot chemistry burns through the pages.
I really enjoyed this book and couldn't put it down until Pheonix and Max had their HEA.
August 18, 2013
There is no way in this world that Phoenix Montgomery is going to get tied down! She's her own woman, she has plans and none of them involve waking up in a stranger's hotel suite with a wedding ring on her finger. But that's exactly what happens!
It's a brilliant start to a fairytale romance that will have you believing in love at first sight...with the help of champagne!
What I really liked about this book was it could have gone down so many predictable roads but it certainly didn't. Without giving anything away, the hero Max is sexy, wild, honourable and dutiful all at the same time. Phoenix is crazy and irresponsible on the outside but underneath that tough surface lies a heart crying out for someone genuine in her life.
From Vegas to Europe, you will get totally caught up in the story and be cheering by the end!
It's a brilliant start to a fairytale romance that will have you believing in love at first sight...with the help of champagne!
What I really liked about this book was it could have gone down so many predictable roads but it certainly didn't. Without giving anything away, the hero Max is sexy, wild, honourable and dutiful all at the same time. Phoenix is crazy and irresponsible on the outside but underneath that tough surface lies a heart crying out for someone genuine in her life.
From Vegas to Europe, you will get totally caught up in the story and be cheering by the end!
June 24, 2013
In Waking Up in Vegas by Romy Sommer, Phoenix is currently a waitress in Vegas. She is a free-spirit, with no intention of settling down and committing to anyone. She’s in Vegas “for the memories, a final adieu to her parents before setting off alone in the world.”
Max is in Vegas to escape his world and to “…celebrate the fact that it feels good to be alive.” He is someone you’d never expect to meet in Vegas, let alone wake up married to! Much to Phoenix’s dismay though, that’s exactly what’s happened. She was out at a bar playing pool with her friend, having a few drinks, then…nothing! That’s all she can remember, and suddenly she’s waking up in a very posh hotel suite, covered in gold glitter, and apparently married to Max.Read More
Max is in Vegas to escape his world and to “…celebrate the fact that it feels good to be alive.” He is someone you’d never expect to meet in Vegas, let alone wake up married to! Much to Phoenix’s dismay though, that’s exactly what’s happened. She was out at a bar playing pool with her friend, having a few drinks, then…nothing! That’s all she can remember, and suddenly she’s waking up in a very posh hotel suite, covered in gold glitter, and apparently married to Max.Read More
January 16, 2014
This story is beautiful, almost like a modern fairytale, yet sexy and contemporary at the same time. It started off with an unusual slant. The heroine finds herself married to a man in Vegas. She works as a waitress there and doesn't remember how she married him. Was it too much champagne or had she conveniently blocked out the memories? Phoenix is not the settling down type at all. Max is set on changing that. The chemistry between them and his love begins to change her but when she discovers he's the prince of a country in Europe, she's not ready to be a princess. A beautiful romance with amazing settings even though some of them are fictional. Real characters with feelings you can identify with and excellent prose. The romantic conflict and interchange between the characters was deep and meaningful. And I loved the ending of this book.
May 17, 2013
Putting down in words what I think of a book is so hard! I loved this book, though. I'm a sucker for fairy tales. This book is every bit the fairy tale that I wasn't expecting.
The only thing I disliked about this book was Phoenix. I wasn't very fanatical about her. She was so wishy washy and I didn't know if she was coming or going half the time. I know she was meant to be that way, but I just didn't dig her.
I LOVED Max! He was a pleasant surprise and there were good twists in the plot. Who doesn't want a sexy powerful man trying to woo them? Enough said.
The storyline didn't lag and it was a romance WITH a storyline. I wasn't expecting a few things in it and was pleasantly surprised.
I give this read four glittery stars for being a fun, romantic read!
The only thing I disliked about this book was Phoenix. I wasn't very fanatical about her. She was so wishy washy and I didn't know if she was coming or going half the time. I know she was meant to be that way, but I just didn't dig her.
I LOVED Max! He was a pleasant surprise and there were good twists in the plot. Who doesn't want a sexy powerful man trying to woo them? Enough said.
The storyline didn't lag and it was a romance WITH a storyline. I wasn't expecting a few things in it and was pleasantly surprised.
I give this read four glittery stars for being a fun, romantic read!
January 6, 2014
I gave this story five stars because purely and simply I fell in love with the hero. What's not to love about Max? Not only is he gorgeous and successful, and pays attention to detail, but he can fix your kitchen taps.
The story is a little bit different in the fact that the heroine is the one who doesn't want to be 'tied down' to a relationship, whereas Max knows Phoenix is his destiny. He's just got to convince her that he's hers.
We wake up in Vegas, but this story gives us a fairytale ending.
The story is a little bit different in the fact that the heroine is the one who doesn't want to be 'tied down' to a relationship, whereas Max knows Phoenix is his destiny. He's just got to convince her that he's hers.
We wake up in Vegas, but this story gives us a fairytale ending.
February 5, 2014
Awwwwww I loved it with capital L!!! This was like a dream come true, I mean I’m a girl and what girl didn’t dream about becoming a princess. And as a huge bonus the Prince was sweet, hot and SMART !!! I’m totally in love with Max ( I even love his name Maximilian ), I had a blast while reading this book! I love stories were guys are all in with the commitment and the heroines are skittish about it because it’s a change from the normal scenario.
November 15, 2013
Such a lovely romance read with a gorgeous fairytale twist that had me smiling throughout. Loved it!
June 19, 2013
i like this. i love fairytales and this story is a fairytale in a modern setting
October 23, 2015
Este libro es IN-CREÍBLE. Enserio, este tipo de cosas no pasan en la vida real.
Pero me gustó. MUCHO #MyFault.
Este libro es un total guilty-pleasure asfhklahka.
Pero me gustó. MUCHO #MyFault.
Este libro es un total guilty-pleasure asfhklahka.
November 26, 2013
unexpected, love it!
November 20, 2016
2.5 estrellas.
Este libro...
No me gusto pero tampoco lo odie, a pesar que es corto para profundizar las emociones, sentí que la historia pudo haber sido más emotiva con la cantidad de elementos y ser menos "provocador de malos momentos".
LO QUE NO ME GUSTO.
Una cosa que no me gusto, fue el hecho que la historia transcurría demasiada lenta. Sentía que no acabaría por leerlo y llegaría hasta el final. Hubo momentos que me debatí por dejarlo a medias.
Otra cosa fue que me empezaba por gustar a donde estaban llegando las cosas entre Max y Phoenix, cuando de pronto, ella lo pensaba demasiado y lo arruinaba. Literalmente. Ella lo arruinaba.
La facilidad de enamoramiento de Max, se me hizo extremadamente irreal.
Tal vez exista el amor a primera vista, pero, no encontré cierta convicción para creerlo.
LO QUE SÍ ME GUSTO.
También como hubo cosas que totalmente arruinaron la percepción del libro, hubo otras que me llamaron la atención.
Una de ellas fue, como Max era demasiado creyente a lo que pensaba. Me dio una sensación de que todo era posible con solo creyendo.
Me gusto bastante, la capa de sueños y magia, el destino y demás, no por lo que significan cada uno o el hecho de que todos tienen la relación de creencia y esperanza que se necesita ante lo imposible, si no desde qué punto de vista se miran.
A lo que me trae con el último punto: la manera de ver las cosas Phoenix. Aunque sabía que estaba con alguien que podría cambiar su vida de la noche a la mañana, la mantuvo siendo fiel a sí misma. Tenía los pies en la tierra, sabiendo que todo podría cambiar.
Creo que le dio cierta credibilidad al libro, hacer ver que aunque nos perdemos en la realidad, algunas veces también existe la esperanza, sueños y el destino. Como a la inversa, sin lo fantástico, no existe la realidad.
Este libro...
No me gusto pero tampoco lo odie, a pesar que es corto para profundizar las emociones, sentí que la historia pudo haber sido más emotiva con la cantidad de elementos y ser menos "provocador de malos momentos".
LO QUE NO ME GUSTO.
Una cosa que no me gusto, fue el hecho que la historia transcurría demasiada lenta. Sentía que no acabaría por leerlo y llegaría hasta el final. Hubo momentos que me debatí por dejarlo a medias.
Otra cosa fue que me empezaba por gustar a donde estaban llegando las cosas entre Max y Phoenix, cuando de pronto, ella lo pensaba demasiado y lo arruinaba. Literalmente. Ella lo arruinaba.
La facilidad de enamoramiento de Max, se me hizo extremadamente irreal.
Tal vez exista el amor a primera vista, pero, no encontré cierta convicción para creerlo.
LO QUE SÍ ME GUSTO.
También como hubo cosas que totalmente arruinaron la percepción del libro, hubo otras que me llamaron la atención.
Una de ellas fue, como Max era demasiado creyente a lo que pensaba. Me dio una sensación de que todo era posible con solo creyendo.
Me gusto bastante, la capa de sueños y magia, el destino y demás, no por lo que significan cada uno o el hecho de que todos tienen la relación de creencia y esperanza que se necesita ante lo imposible, si no desde qué punto de vista se miran.
A lo que me trae con el último punto: la manera de ver las cosas Phoenix. Aunque sabía que estaba con alguien que podría cambiar su vida de la noche a la mañana, la mantuvo siendo fiel a sí misma. Tenía los pies en la tierra, sabiendo que todo podría cambiar.
Creo que le dio cierta credibilidad al libro, hacer ver que aunque nos perdemos en la realidad, algunas veces también existe la esperanza, sueños y el destino. Como a la inversa, sin lo fantástico, no existe la realidad.
August 20, 2013
Waking up in Vegas was a very fun storyline all though it was far-fetched. I enjoyed it because I am not much of a fairytale kind of girl. If you knew my family history you would totally get it. So, I could totally relate to Phoenix that getting attached to anyone enough to say the word “L---“was just not going to happen because what would happen when they died or left. Yet, when she wakes up in Vegas just not in her own run down motel but in a penthouse suite she is in a panic already. But when she sees an unusual ring on his left hand and someone in the shower she thinks this could be a big problem for her. How to get out of it but when Max comes out of the bathroom in only a towel with the best 6 pack on a real man she has ever seen she is in instant lust. She just needs to get away but no clothes makes that a problem. He starts to speak of her secret hopes and dreams that she had never told another living soul not to mention her real first name. Man how does he know that? What happened last night all she remembers is taking the sleeping pill before going out for a drink after work and playing two games a pool and a guy offering to buy her a drink, “Oh My God! YOU’RE THAT GUY THAT BOUGHT ME A DRINK!” This where the story starts and it is pretty funny after that. But so far out the realm of normal it is truly a fairytale with a HEA. I have to say there were characters that I was left wondering about because they were left with no answers about like his brother. Provided by NetGalley.com
August 11, 2015
I first discovered Romy Sommer's Westerwald series during #HIFortnight when I read The Trouble with Mojitos. At the time I didn't realise it was actually book two (is there anything more frustrating than reading a book out of sequence?!) but as it happened it didn't matter too much as the books can be enjoyed as stand alone reads.
Waking up in Vegas shares the story of Phoenix and Max, an unlikely couple who wake up in bed together following a wild night out. Phoenix soon realises this stranger is her new husband and she's horrified. She doesn't want commitment- least of all to someone she doesn't know! Max, however is smitten and believes he's found 'the one'. The story revolves around the couple finding out more about each other, uncovering secrets along the way.
Phoenix is a strong-willed heroine and I really liked that about her, even though I times I wanted to shake her for trying to fight her feelings. And Max...well, he was the perfect hero- deliciously hot, sensitive and determined to fight for the true love he's convinced he's found.
This book had me laughing, cringing and wishing for the happily ever after. A beautifully written contemporary love story with a hint of mystery, Waking up in Vegas is perfect for dreamy romantics everywhere. I've currently only got these books on kindle, but I desperately need to get my hands on paperback copies to sit on my shelf alongside my other favourite books.
It's fair to say the Westerwald series has stolen my heart.
Waking up in Vegas shares the story of Phoenix and Max, an unlikely couple who wake up in bed together following a wild night out. Phoenix soon realises this stranger is her new husband and she's horrified. She doesn't want commitment- least of all to someone she doesn't know! Max, however is smitten and believes he's found 'the one'. The story revolves around the couple finding out more about each other, uncovering secrets along the way.
Phoenix is a strong-willed heroine and I really liked that about her, even though I times I wanted to shake her for trying to fight her feelings. And Max...well, he was the perfect hero- deliciously hot, sensitive and determined to fight for the true love he's convinced he's found.
This book had me laughing, cringing and wishing for the happily ever after. A beautifully written contemporary love story with a hint of mystery, Waking up in Vegas is perfect for dreamy romantics everywhere. I've currently only got these books on kindle, but I desperately need to get my hands on paperback copies to sit on my shelf alongside my other favourite books.
It's fair to say the Westerwald series has stolen my heart.
January 14, 2014
For summer, I want books that are light and funny. This is an excellent example of one.
The heroine, zany and lovable Phoenix, awakens to find herself hitched to hot Max but doesn't remember the meeting, the wedding or "the deed."
Max fills her in on the details and begs her not to leave right away. He tells her his family's philosophy of love at first sight being forever and lures her into relaxing into the odd situation. I have to say, the way he acts in bed should be enough to persuade her to stay!
I don't want to give away the plot, but needless to say there are some comic, heartbreaking, and worrisome bumps along the road. It ends well, and I'll admit, that's what I really want from a romantic read. As a representative book from the genre I love, Romantic Comedy, I give this one five stars for having the perfect backdrop, hero, and plot. I wish I'd saved it for the beach, but I plan to read it again next year (maybe poolside!)
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The heroine, zany and lovable Phoenix, awakens to find herself hitched to hot Max but doesn't remember the meeting, the wedding or "the deed."
Max fills her in on the details and begs her not to leave right away. He tells her his family's philosophy of love at first sight being forever and lures her into relaxing into the odd situation. I have to say, the way he acts in bed should be enough to persuade her to stay!
I don't want to give away the plot, but needless to say there are some comic, heartbreaking, and worrisome bumps along the road. It ends well, and I'll admit, that's what I really want from a romantic read. As a representative book from the genre I love, Romantic Comedy, I give this one five stars for having the perfect backdrop, hero, and plot. I wish I'd saved it for the beach, but I plan to read it again next year (maybe poolside!)
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December 4, 2013
This pretty much a cinderella type story, but it starts with her waking up married in Vegas with no memory of the day before.
I loved Max and his confidence of who he was and of his destiny. I liked Phoenix but it took her ages to get her memory back and was a little annoying at times.
I liked that Max was always there for her, he was the strong one, willing to do anything to keep them together forever.
Phoenix has a fun warm nature that brings people out, a remnant of having to make friends quickly as she was on the road a lot with her parents.
As a pair they compliment each other perfectly and give the story a new twist of happiness.
I loved Max and his confidence of who he was and of his destiny. I liked Phoenix but it took her ages to get her memory back and was a little annoying at times.
I liked that Max was always there for her, he was the strong one, willing to do anything to keep them together forever.
Phoenix has a fun warm nature that brings people out, a remnant of having to make friends quickly as she was on the road a lot with her parents.
As a pair they compliment each other perfectly and give the story a new twist of happiness.
August 8, 2015
All Romy Sommer's books are a delight to read and Waking Up in Vegas is no exception. In fact, it's one of her best and doesn't fail to deliver a superb and hedonistic read. How does she do it? Creating characters that we fall in love with and dialogue that flows easy and naturally like the champagne slipping over Phoenix' throat, with bubbles of pleasure and excitement. It's hard not to be swept along and read this in one sitting. But not as I did, on a sultry, hot Italian poolside, because your temperature will rise to dangerous heights! Keep it for a nice cold, rainy day and it will cheer you up no end!
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