Tessa Bailey is one of my favorite authors. I’ve always enjoyed how she combines gruff, dirty talking men with women who are not afraid to go toe to toe with them. Some of my all time favorite male characters are from Tessa’s Line of Duty series.
I’m always excited when she starts a new series and I was definitely looking forward to Crashed Out. No matter what, I enjoy her books on some level. But, I have to be honest and say that I didn’t enjoy this one as much as her others. Why? Well, and I can’t believe I’m saying this, but there was too much sex and not enough heart. Sarge was…holy shit almost over the top dirty talkin’ hot. I mean, he totally came in and swept Jasmine off her feet and put her on her back. Chemistry was not a problem between these two, that’s for sure! They both had some pretty big issues to deal with as far as how they would maintain a relationship and those issues weren’t really dealt with until around 90% into the book. *shrugs*
I think Ms. Bailey has the ability to combine the carnal and the emotional aspects so well. I know, I know, this is the Brazen line and that emotional connection isn’t the main goal here but I just felt like there was more depth to her previous Brazens.
Would I recommend it? Sure, I mean, it’s Tessa and even when it’s not my favorite of hers, it’s still good.
Mandy
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That challenge quickly escalates into an epic game of Truth or Dare. Erin’s sure she’s got him on lock, but as the night progresses, Warren’s dares intensify, drowning her in lust. But with the past still breathing down their necks, there’s no way either of them can win…
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Lauren’s watched Steven flit from one-night stand to one-night stand, seemingly not interested in something more. So when the long-ignored attraction between the two of them blows up in their faces, she does the only thing she can—she pretends she doesn’t want him. But all’s fair in love and war, and Steven’s not about to lose the only person in his life who matters…
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