Evil to the Max

Max Starr #2

by Jasmine Haynes

“Spine-tingling visions, pulse-pounding sexual tension and danger ... Max is one lady that readers won’t want to miss!”~ The Road to RomanceA ghost, a psychic, and one very hunky detective, all tied up with a bit of murder and mayhem...When Max Starr tells sexy detective Witt Long she’s had a second vision of a murder, Witt knows he’s in for another crazy adventure. The police aren’t going to solve Tiffany Lloyd’s murder without Max divulging what she saw in the vision, but that will only move her straight to the top of the suspect list. For the second time in less than a month.So Max goes on the hunt for the murderer herself, dragging a reluctant Witt along with her. First things first, she gets a job in the salon where Tiffany used to work. And the deeper she ventures into the dead woman’s life, the more she sees that nothing is as it seems and everyone has something to hide. As she stirs up a hornet’s nest, Max soon begins to fear she might be the next victim.Even scarier, Witt makes it clear he wants her. Badly. Just how long can she resist him? When it comes to Witt and her very sexy visions about him, she suspects that resistance is futile.

Genres: Paranormal Romance, Ghosts, Ebooks, Romance, Mystery, Contemporary Romance, Paranormal

309 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 30, 2010

About the author

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NY Times and USA Today Bestselling author Jasmine Haynes loves giving readers sexy, classy stories about real issues like growing older, facing divorce, starting over. Her books have passion, heart, humor, and happy endings, even if they aren't always traditional. She also writes gritty, paranormal mysteries in the Max Starr series. As Jennifer Skully, she writes laugh-out-loud romantic comedies laced with a heavy dose of mystery. Look for Jennifer’s new series written with Bella Andre, starting with Breathless in Love, The Maverick Billionaires Book 1. Having penned stories since the moment she learned to write, Jasmine now lives in the Redwoods of Northern California with her husband and their adorable nuisance of a cat who totally runs the household. Join her newsletter for updates on contests, new releases, and freebies by going to www.jasminehaynes.com.

Reviews

[Melindeeloo · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am having a hard time saying that I liked this - The murder that the psychic leading lady Max 'sees' and works to solve is tied up with the victim's sensuality (which is all about power) but because there are sex scenes linked with the victim's murder and others that lead to the murderers,the smex in here is 'squicky' and I found Evil to the Max uncomfortable at times even though the story held my interest in a train wreck fascination sort of way.

This time around we still continue to see more of why Max is so messed up - her sensuality is every bit as unhealthy as the victim's - and I am almost getting a feeling that what she learns about the victim's issues in each story ends up being sort of a therapy for Max as she begins to face how screwed up her past has made her - denial has been her modus operandi. Even as I am torn about continuing the series, I am dying to know what Witt has in him that he thinks only someone who is messed up can accept.

[Mel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Again another great book two in this series

I actually enjoyed the storyline, again great development within the characters. I really like Witt he has something very likeable. But Max is not sure why she is so moved by him.
Again fantastic plots with twist, I really like this series and style.

[Jenn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good quick read - liked that Haynes fleshed out more of the characters.

[Rene Lewis Mahood · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved this book. I especially enjoy the character progression between Max and Witt. Max is no stranger to sex and one night stands but she is reserved with Witt. Her fear and confusion of how he makes her feel makes the book so much better. Soapy books today have the main characters hopping into bed and declaring undying love within the first chapter or two. Getting into book two and wondering whether Witt will even get a first kiss just ups the excitement of what it will be like if it happens. This book also suggests that Witt may have some secrets he's afraid to share. And to think when I started book 1 that it might not be worth it to read more. How wrong I was. Downloading Desperate to the Max now. I have to know what happens next.

[Charlene Torres · Rating 3 out of 5]

Really though? Ok ok ok I get it Max has some serious issues but for the love of god can the woman please start dealing with them so that her and the Detective can get things started.

Another thing a tad bit annoyed that everything is from Max perspective, I would love to get some insight on the detective and what he thinks of Max sheesh. I mean I know he wants her, but I would love to hear his reactions to some of the things she does from his perspective and not just her discribing it.

I really hope the next book picks up with their relationship, if she doesnt want him Ill take him lol

[gert · Rating 4 out of 5]

LOVE this series! just enough 'other' to make it interesting, but the story-line moves along just fine with and without it.

imperfect heroine with a touch of psychic, her back story is heart breaking but she's got enough issues that sympathy isn't the strongest vibe as a reader.

looking forward to number 3.

[Dicey Grenor · Rating 5 out of 5]

I carried this book everywhere with me from the moment I started it until I finished. Yes, that means I couldn't...or wouldn't put it down. Sexy. Engaging plot. Excellently dysfunctional lead character. And one heck of a mystery unfolds. It's even better than book 1.

[Epicbookaddict · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this series. The sex with the ghost husband was a bit hard to swallow (no pun intended) at first but becomes so much a part of the heroines flawed character. Loved Loved Loved it. More please!

[Shell Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic

Wow this series just keeps getting better with each book if you haven't meet Max, Cameron & Witt you need to read book one and then the rest I am so reading book 3 now I can't wait.

[Rosemary Gunn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am emotionally wrung out ... what an incredible book! Can't wait for Desperate. Beautiful series, Jas!

[Carrie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ready for the next one. A little repetitive, but ready for more Witt!

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm really liking this series. Max is so messed up (understandable with her background) and not always very likeable, but she's also one of the more interesting book characters I've come across.

[Sandra]

$2.99 on Nook

[Heidi R. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This just gets better and better. Loving this series. Had to get the next book.

[June Mclain · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love it