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Neighpalm Industries Collective #7
Superficial Girl: Part 1: Jacinta's Story
Ever since being adopted into the Summer’s family and the Neighpalm Industries fortune, Jacinta has had it all. Flashy cars, expensive clothes and the love of a family.
But what she craves more than anything is something that she’s never experienced - a genuine relationship. One not established on what she can do for someone but a soul deep connection.
Someone to see below the surface shine and love the girl inside.
But what she craves more than anything is something that she’s never experienced - a genuine relationship. One not established on what she can do for someone but a soul deep connection.
Someone to see below the surface shine and love the girl inside.
- GenresRomanceContemporary
268 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 1, 2022
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August 17, 2022
I’ve jumped in part way through the series and relied on some reviews to help me sort through the conglomerate of characters. It’s an interesting eclectic mix. Well told.
March 17, 2023
3.5 Stars
This book was not at all what I was expecting. Gone is the old Jacinta, catty, selfish and Queen mean girl. Instead we are left with a heroine teetering on the edge of a breakdown. So much is happening to the family, she was kidnapped and is now losing all her brothers to Harlow which is understandably insane to all be occurring at the same time. Certainly doesn’t help when Hope’s PR replacement is a callous douche canoe but at the same time he really does give her a taste of her own medicine. Turns out the two also had a prior (HOT) meeting in a closet that at first makes things awkward but quickly turns to rage as he doesn’t hold back on belittling her even when she’s his boss. Not only is he added to the mix but so is a bodyguard and I’m still kinda thrown, I was only expecting her three friends to be her HEA’s but I'm certainly not opposed to her adding more. I’m kinda thrown because not only is there no brutal cliffhanger like I was expecting given the previous books, Jacinta is also a hot mess spiraling downward and suffering in silence. Hopefully when she finds her happy place she can come to grips with her new reality and adjust better with 5 men by her side.
This book was not at all what I was expecting. Gone is the old Jacinta, catty, selfish and Queen mean girl. Instead we are left with a heroine teetering on the edge of a breakdown. So much is happening to the family, she was kidnapped and is now losing all her brothers to Harlow which is understandably insane to all be occurring at the same time. Certainly doesn’t help when Hope’s PR replacement is a callous douche canoe but at the same time he really does give her a taste of her own medicine. Turns out the two also had a prior (HOT) meeting in a closet that at first makes things awkward but quickly turns to rage as he doesn’t hold back on belittling her even when she’s his boss. Not only is he added to the mix but so is a bodyguard and I’m still kinda thrown, I was only expecting her three friends to be her HEA’s but I'm certainly not opposed to her adding more. I’m kinda thrown because not only is there no brutal cliffhanger like I was expecting given the previous books, Jacinta is also a hot mess spiraling downward and suffering in silence. Hopefully when she finds her happy place she can come to grips with her new reality and adjust better with 5 men by her side.
July 26, 2022
Just keep breathing! Just keep breathing! Jacinta’s story grabs you within the 1st chapter. It does start a little bit after Harlows series ends but it picks up with a bang! Lexie has outdone herself this time with the drama, intrigue, spice, and describing scenes she is writing about. I couldn’t put down Part 1 and I cannot wait for Part 2! 10/10 would recommend for anyone wanting to be absorbed into a book for an afternoon.
August 1, 2022
I was so happy to jump back into Neighpalm Industries Collective series with Juanita story. I was hooked from the first chapter and what a way to start! I absolutely love Jace, Alex, and Shane, those boys are awesome. And we get to know Juanita better and the other men vying for her attention. I loved seeing the other characters we already know and how it picks up after Harlow’s last book a couple months later. I can’t wait to see what happens next with Juanita.
July 22, 2022
OMG !!!!! What a read Jacinta's story so far is amazing, not only do you get the first part of her story you also get to see old friends. I love this story so far and can't wait to see where it will take us. THIS IS A MUST READ !!!
July 2, 2024
Superficial girl part one: or, alternatively, that time Jacinta decided to become a junkie.
I know realism has never been high on this series’ priority list, but who even was that MC? Sure as hell not Jacinta, with the drug trauma from a junkie mother and abuse because of it. And there is no way the new head of PR is going to do those things. Like, ever, let alone straight from the get go. Not really avoiding scandal there.
I did think she’d have the three guys for her harem, but it’s set up for two definites, and a possible sixth man. Hope’s guys are mentioned a lot, so I have to assume they have a story sometime too.
Even though Superficial Girl is its own thing, I really don’t think this works well as a jumping off point for the series. It’s hectic and full of characters and past references and you really need Harlow’s story first for this to work.
The start is definitely weirder that the end, though it ends in an odd spot. Lucky I already have book two!
I know realism has never been high on this series’ priority list, but who even was that MC? Sure as hell not Jacinta, with the drug trauma from a junkie mother and abuse because of it. And there is no way the new head of PR is going to do those things. Like, ever, let alone straight from the get go. Not really avoiding scandal there.
I did think she’d have the three guys for her harem, but it’s set up for two definites, and a possible sixth man. Hope’s guys are mentioned a lot, so I have to assume they have a story sometime too.
Even though Superficial Girl is its own thing, I really don’t think this works well as a jumping off point for the series. It’s hectic and full of characters and past references and you really need Harlow’s story first for this to work.
The start is definitely weirder that the end, though it ends in an odd spot. Lucky I already have book two!
August 1, 2022
Jacinta”s harem part one
Love this series by Lexie and have been eagerly awaiting the next instalment. We now get Jacintas POV, although we still get to keep abreast of what’s happening in the Summers household. We pick up shortly after the kidnapping and find she is still trying to come to terms with it and is the one out of the the three of them that is having the most issues.
There are big changes both at work and home and this causes her insecurities to reappear. She is one lucky girl tho with Jace, Alex and Shane wanting to have a relationship with her. I’m quite envious.
This book is spicy, love the scene with “Batman” at the party and her horror when she realised it was their new PR guy Cole.
Can’t wait to see where her new relationships go. It was a real surprise to see her getting extra guys for her harem. Loving all the Babi oming the Summers way, can’t wait for part two of Jacintas story.
Love this series by Lexie and have been eagerly awaiting the next instalment. We now get Jacintas POV, although we still get to keep abreast of what’s happening in the Summers household. We pick up shortly after the kidnapping and find she is still trying to come to terms with it and is the one out of the the three of them that is having the most issues.
There are big changes both at work and home and this causes her insecurities to reappear. She is one lucky girl tho with Jace, Alex and Shane wanting to have a relationship with her. I’m quite envious.
This book is spicy, love the scene with “Batman” at the party and her horror when she realised it was their new PR guy Cole.
Can’t wait to see where her new relationships go. It was a real surprise to see her getting extra guys for her harem. Loving all the Babi oming the Summers way, can’t wait for part two of Jacintas story.
August 7, 2022
Superficial Girl 1
Jacinta’s story quite literally blew me away! It showed me a different view of Jazzy and I truly understand why she struggled with the threat of a new addition to the Summer’s family.
But with all the changes and growth that she has enjoyed, she is still trying to find a path to her own happiness. With her own struggles comes some drastic changes to Jazzy and the way that she initially tried to deal with it is both heartbreaking and yet completely unexpected.
Join Jazzy and the men who love her as she struggles with her new relationships, changing attitudes and her realization that sometimes we need to fall before we can truly pick ourselves up.
August 3, 2022
Jacinta
Jacinta’s character is so complex and I love it. She wears many masks. The perfect daughter and sister. The perfect fashion icon. The heiress who wants the spotlight. Just to name a few you see by looks alone. On the inside she is self conscious and insecure. She struggles with Anxiety and the beginnings of addiction. The trauma and her past have really messed with her. I think Riku, Cole, Shane, Jace, and Alex will be the ones to bring out the real Jacinta. I can’t wait for more.
Jacinta’s character is so complex and I love it. She wears many masks. The perfect daughter and sister. The perfect fashion icon. The heiress who wants the spotlight. Just to name a few you see by looks alone. On the inside she is self conscious and insecure. She struggles with Anxiety and the beginnings of addiction. The trauma and her past have really messed with her. I think Riku, Cole, Shane, Jace, and Alex will be the ones to bring out the real Jacinta. I can’t wait for more.
August 8, 2022
YESSSSSSSSSS
O.M.F.G. I have been waiting since Book 1, for Jacinta to find and have her own harem with Alex, and Shane being 2 harem members. I also like the new men for her harem I've already fallen for Jace, he's just so damn sweet. Riku is like so damned sexy, I'm with Jazzy I so want to jump him and make him mine. Ash, is just as broken as Jazzy, but I still want to kick him in the dick for what he did to Alex. Cole would be good for Jazzy, but he is such a asshole. I CAN'T WAIT FOR THE NEXT BOOK!!!!!!!!!!
O.M.F.G. I have been waiting since Book 1, for Jacinta to find and have her own harem with Alex, and Shane being 2 harem members. I also like the new men for her harem I've already fallen for Jace, he's just so damn sweet. Riku is like so damned sexy, I'm with Jazzy I so want to jump him and make him mine. Ash, is just as broken as Jazzy, but I still want to kick him in the dick for what he did to Alex. Cole would be good for Jazzy, but he is such a asshole. I CAN'T WAIT FOR THE NEXT BOOK!!!!!!!!!!
April 19, 2024
Good Book
Superficial Girl follows Jacinta as she navigates life after the events at the end of Harlow’s book as well as beginning to establish relationships of her own. I really disliked Jacinta as a character at the beginning of this series but over the course of Harlow’s books she grew on me and this book had me really feeling for her and what she’s going through. The story was good as well and it was nice seeing some of the things from previous books coming to fruition, I actually really enjoyed reading it. Overall, I would recommend giving it a read.
Superficial Girl follows Jacinta as she navigates life after the events at the end of Harlow’s book as well as beginning to establish relationships of her own. I really disliked Jacinta as a character at the beginning of this series but over the course of Harlow’s books she grew on me and this book had me really feeling for her and what she’s going through. The story was good as well and it was nice seeing some of the things from previous books coming to fruition, I actually really enjoyed reading it. Overall, I would recommend giving it a read.
August 2, 2022
Geez! Way to leave a girl hanging. I was so excited to get my hands on this one. I’ve been needing Jacinta’s story… and what a heck of a story it is. I’m not going to lie, the drug use has me upset. I just feel like it’s a weakness and I’m very disappointed young lady!! Can I please have Riku? I need him, so much more of him anyway. This book was amazing and I cannot wait to see what happens next. Lexie Winston is a genius and this book is just more proof of that.
August 2, 2022
Lexie first let me say how amazing you are. This story was everything. I loved getting to see Jaci tas life through her eyes, what's shes thinking and her struggles. Her men are utterly to die for and perfect for her. I loved how you brought to light true issues plagueing so many people and didn't shy from them. And all the sneak peeks at Harlow and the guys and hottie dad .. love it. Can't wait for part 2
July 28, 2022
Lexie, you have done it again. What a way to start Jacinta's story... I love the way she is not perfect and that she's struggling with some problems that her sexy, hot, swoon worthy men will hopefully help her out of. Love the new, potential harem members and can't wait to see where Jacinta's story takes us
August 2, 2022
Not happy
I lost interest the second the drugs came in. Making her a junkie like her mother did not interest me. Compound that with her being out on her birthday without her family? That would never happen. I forced myself to continue on because I have been waiting for Alex and Shane’s story, but DNF at 34%. I have no interest in addicts when it’s a MC.
I lost interest the second the drugs came in. Making her a junkie like her mother did not interest me. Compound that with her being out on her birthday without her family? That would never happen. I forced myself to continue on because I have been waiting for Alex and Shane’s story, but DNF at 34%. I have no interest in addicts when it’s a MC.
August 2, 2022
So there’s not really much more i can say about this series that I haven’t in other reviews! Jacinta’s story is just as good as Harlows, it drags you in and leaves you wanting more! For me Lexi Winston is a one click author, everything she brings out i buy and can’t get enough of and they’re also books I’ll read time and time again. This series will not disappoint!
August 6, 2022
YESSSSS
I have loved Alex, Shane, and Jace for so long and Jacinta has grown on me. This story was everything I was hoping it would be, and more! I was already excited about just Jazzy and the three guys I already knew, but the others that have been introduced are fantastic and make for an intriguing dynamic. I can’t wait to read more!
I have loved Alex, Shane, and Jace for so long and Jacinta has grown on me. This story was everything I was hoping it would be, and more! I was already excited about just Jazzy and the three guys I already knew, but the others that have been introduced are fantastic and make for an intriguing dynamic. I can’t wait to read more!
August 7, 2022
This book is one of my favourites because of how different it is compared to Harlow series. This is one of my favourite books in the whole series, you are definitely seen a different side of the family and I’m loving that. More importantly you are seeing a very open and honest version of Janica! Can’t wait for part 2
June 12, 2023
Amazing!!
I love all of the announcements made in this book! It's a great continuation of the series. I also love that we get to really dig into Jacinta's story as she tries to find her place in the world now that her brothers are all with Harlow and are concentrating on their lives.
I love all of the announcements made in this book! It's a great continuation of the series. I also love that we get to really dig into Jacinta's story as she tries to find her place in the world now that her brothers are all with Harlow and are concentrating on their lives.
March 19, 2024
That was like a train wreck, you just can’t look away. I’m not loving all of Jacinda’s guys, especially Cole...even the 3 that already have a relationship is usually not really my thing. Told from multiple POV. It’s cool to get a glimpse of all the other characters from the previous books. Wondering if Max and Hope will get their own books or not...
August 19, 2025
Jacinta Summers
Jacinta has grown on me and I really wanna to see her get better and win.I hope she gets the right help she needs and not get dependent on recreational things. I'm loving Alex, Shane and Jace for her. I even think Riku is a good fit but Cole hasn't gotten my vote just yet.❤❤
Jacinta has grown on me and I really wanna to see her get better and win.I hope she gets the right help she needs and not get dependent on recreational things. I'm loving Alex, Shane and Jace for her. I even think Riku is a good fit but Cole hasn't gotten my vote just yet.❤❤
August 3, 2022
an amazing first book for Jacinta
I’ve really enjoyed this book, even though it’s now a different storyline from the last 6 books, I love how easy it flows, which connects all the books together
I can’t wait for the next book, and for hopes and Max’s
I’ve really enjoyed this book, even though it’s now a different storyline from the last 6 books, I love how easy it flows, which connects all the books together
I can’t wait for the next book, and for hopes and Max’s
August 7, 2022
This is the first part of Jacinta's story and love her complexity. It shows her in a different light and I am loving it. I highly recommend this especially if you have read and enjoyed Harlow's story.
August 7, 2022
Must read
Omg I absolutely love this series, I can not wait for the next book. The dynamic between the characters is amazing and I love that we still get to see everyone from the previous books. I so can not wait to see what happens next with Jennica and her guys.
Omg I absolutely love this series, I can not wait for the next book. The dynamic between the characters is amazing and I love that we still get to see everyone from the previous books. I so can not wait to see what happens next with Jennica and her guys.
July 19, 2023
Wow
Okay so I want to point something out
Of r everyone getting mad at how Jacinta coped with everything shame on you. Everyone deals with trauma and PTSD differently. What works for one doesn't work for others
I can't wait to see how this ends
10/5
Okay so I want to point something out
Of r everyone getting mad at how Jacinta coped with everything shame on you. Everyone deals with trauma and PTSD differently. What works for one doesn't work for others
I can't wait to see how this ends
10/5
March 13, 2025
Poor Jazz
Oh jaz... I can't even, she's been through so much and the emotions!
Her men though hot damn!
I can't wait to see how this continues to unfold but Batman needs to do some thinking!
Oh jaz... I can't even, she's been through so much and the emotions!
Her men though hot damn!
I can't wait to see how this continues to unfold but Batman needs to do some thinking!
May 5, 2025
I was hoping to like this because I liked the guys in the first series. But this actually made me dislike them all! The only one I actually kinda liked was Riku. The whole thing felt cringy to me….so between that and the multiple editing issues, I’m giving it a 2*
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August 2, 2022
more please
Jacinta’s story is a roller coaster of feelings. I loved the progression and I cannot wait to see what happens in the next book.
Jacinta’s story is a roller coaster of feelings. I loved the progression and I cannot wait to see what happens in the next book.
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