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Big Bad Billionaires #5

The Billionaire's Baby

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I never should have agreed to this fake relationship...

Arpad growlypants Beauchamp aka Grumpzilla
The first time he met me, he told me that he hated my company.
I retaliated by spitting my Chai Tea Latte all over his tailormade slacks.
He granted the security agency I run, his business anyway, huh?

Clearly, it's because he wants to control me.
To make my life miserable.
To become a thorn in my side, glowering down at me from his superior height.
So when I end up stowing away on his boat, by a quirk of fate, I demand he turn back.

He refuses. *ha, what a surprise!*
Instead, he proposes that we spend the time together, uh *exploring our shared chemistry*
I agree, provided he fathers a child with me, *true story*
Now watch him run for the hills—is what I think,
Except, he says yes.. no freakin' way!

On one condition.
I pose as his fake wife on his next trip home to meet his parents.
I shouldn't fall in with his plan but it's too good an opportunity
Besides have you met this man?
He's hotter than Hades, meaner than Vicious, more assured than the King of Spades ever was
He also does that thing with his hands... never mind!
I couldn't have found a better candidate for the father of my child

So here we are stuck on his boat, and the chemistry between us is off the charts
Then we hit a storm and everything changes...

Note: This is an Enemies to Lovers, Fake Marriage Billionaire Romance featuring a hot possessive billionaire and the curvy headstrong woman who dares to go toe to toe with him! 1-Click NOW

364 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 15, 2021

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L. Steele

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L. Steele loves to write romance novels featuring powerful men and strong women who bring them to their knees. When she's not writing she enjoys trading trivia with her filmmaker husband, watching lots and lots of movies, and walking nature trails.

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601 reviews157 followers
April 9, 2022
DNF- could only get 7% in before falling over laughing. This isn’t characterisation- it is caricaturisation! Plastic alpha stereotype male and dumb female. Neither deserve, or are fit to have, a baby. And enemies to lovers? I think not- she was sniffing his sheets within the first ten pages! Who reads this schlock??? I just do not understand the ratings for it. Maybe Amazon manipulates Goodreads so that most books get high ratings to sell more. Sounds like something they would do!
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897 reviews53 followers
January 1, 2022
(audiobook) I don’t know what to think of this book. I know what to think of its main male character though–Arpad was an asshole. An unredeeming asshole.

I didn’t mind his kinks–to each their own–nor his need to keep control. His past was explained a lot, with many details, and you kind of get where he comes from. But when his kinks challenged Karina’s consent, and it happened a lot, I felt uncomfortable. It was rape-y.

Even more uncomfortable, Karina accepted how he challenged her boundaries because she was attracted to him. What? No! They didn’t even talk about love, it was just lust. They only had bad words for each other, especially Karina for Arpad. So she obviously thought he was a bad man, but since he was pretty, she let him do anything he wanted to her? Nope, I didn’t buy it. Side note: it wasn’t a healthy representation of BDSM relationships, because of the consent problem, and because there was no aftercare. Literally, Arpad doesn’t care much about Karina after the deed is done.

Nor did I buy the romance. Sure, Arpad’s trauma can explain why he’s so guarded, but not being able to express his feelings, when he keeps thinking he has feelings, it became annoying quite fast.

As for the whole story, it was mostly erotica. The plot was paper thin–there’s a hidden connection between Karina and Arpad, but it isn’t explained before the end of the second act. The rest was the alternation between sexy scenes full of dubious consent, and scenes where the characters were mad at each other. I saw no love here, thus I couldn’t relate to the characters after a while. I mostly wanted to slap their face.

On the plus side, the narration was good. Both narrators are exceptional professional and gave their whole to this book. But the writing wasn’t up to par, and the many OMGs didn’t sound good in audio. Good narration, barely acceptable story.

Quickie

- Series: Big bad billionaires #5 (can be read as a standalone)
- Hashtags: #billionaire romance #enemies to lovers #BDSM #mafia romance #erotic romance
- Triggers: past trauma and child torture, abuse, dubious consent
- Main couple: Karina Solonik & Arpad Beauchamp
- Hotness: 5/5
- Romance: 2/5
- + definitely sexy…
- – but barely consensual
Profile Image for Nicci Anne.
127 reviews5 followers
April 17, 2021
Arpad you have blown me away well done L.Steele!!!
So steamy
So much Action
You will be shocked and excited.
I was not ready for Arpad.
I love the way the Seven interact with each other.
I loves the way the story was written and I can not wait for the next one!! 10stars❤❤❤❤
1,396 reviews4 followers
April 28, 2021
This is a must read it will have you 😂😭. All of the books in this series so far are fantastic reads but this is my favorite so far. I started reading and couldn’t put it down. Read about Daddy D and his ❤️, you’ll be hooked on the 7. ❤️. 📚. 👍
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160 reviews1 follower
May 16, 2021
Another of the 7 meets his match in this book. Arpad and Karina has a chemistry that's been smoldering since they met. A whole year of foreplay finally explodes when Karina finds herself on board Arpads yacht in the middle of a storm. When they take shelter on his island from the storm, they are forced to face the truth about their feelings for each other, but like the others, Arpad becomes a giant A-hole because he refuses to accept his feelings. Karina is no pushover and challenges him on everything. It makes the chemistry between them even more explosive. Having accepted each others proposals, they continue their fake relationship until Arpad reveals his big secret.
Do the others step in and help? Ofcourse they do!! The interaction between these friends have you laughing as they bet on each other. And their women are amazing as they advise Karina on how to get her man.
L.Steele, another great book in the series!!Cannot wait to read the next in the series.
Profile Image for Bea McGhie.
252 reviews12 followers
April 21, 2021
The Billionaire's Baby is the 5th book in The Big Bad Billionaire Series and this time it's Arpad and Karina's turn.
As expected, it's an absolute hot and steamy read and Arpad's kink makes you desperate for much more!!!
We met both of them in the previous books and their chemistry has been at boiling point since they met.
Karina stows away on Arpad's yacht, by accident, after checking the security of the boat.
She wakes up in the middle of the English Channel and Arpad refuses to turn around.
He's got a proposal for Karina, but she counters that proposal with one of her own!
Then a storm hits and they are stranded on his island.
From then on the storm continues and both of them have big secrets that are revealed soon.
Arpad and Karina are both extremely strong willed characters and Karina is more than capable on standing her ground, she knows exactly what she wants.
Her upbringing made sure of that.
When Arpad drops a bombshell all seems lost and it takes the help of the wives and friends of the 7, which shows what a fantastic bond they have.
The interactions of the 7 do not disappoint in this book either! Always a special treat to read about them!
The showdown is again fantastically written and shows the amazing talent of L. Steele!
An absolute must read!
Can be read as a stand alone book, but as it is part of a series, I highly recommend to read in order , as it is a continuing story. Don't forget the prequels and of course, we also meet our ever so helpful friend, the Homeless guy in this book!!!

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4,111 reviews23 followers
April 20, 2021
The fifth book in the Big Bad Billionaires series, The Billionaire's Baby is a well written enemies-to-lovers romance story packed with action, off-the-charts chemistry, unexpected surprises, plenty of steam, and lots of alpha male deliciousness.

I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.
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1,309 reviews16 followers
May 28, 2021
I voluntarily received an ARC for an honest review.

What can I say..... I am blown away by this book!
I knew Arpad and Karinas story would be epic I just didn't know how epic!

Every character of the Seven has his own traits,vices and kinks on control and Arpad sure does have a control issue....but he sure met his match in his little spitfire of a Russian doll Karina and there's nothing that she won't do in bed even when he ties her up in knots!


The chemistry between these two characters has caused my devise to steam up enough times!
The stubbornness and need for control for both Arpad and Karina could lead to them to never experiencing the love and hapiness they both desire and deserve!

The "mysterious" homeless guy also gives them a push but......

Will these two stubborn fools realise that before it's too late?
230 reviews
April 20, 2021
Arpad is one of the seven a group of youngsters who were all kidnapped. They survived but all carry scars from the incident. It's taken a special woman to claim each of the men in the previous books in this series and Karina is going to be Arpad's downfall and saviour. It's a long and torturous road these two have to travel to reach the HEA at the end.
This is a great book in a brilliant series and it seems that every new book becomes my new favourite.
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213 reviews13 followers
August 30, 2023
So wrong but oh so right!
When Arpad finds his little stow away on his boat he refuses to take her back. Instead he makes her an offer she can't refuse. Literally. Karina's ready to have a baby. She had plans to get it done, all by herself, when she accidentally fell asleep in some Alphaholes boat! So when he makes her an offer, she has some stipulations of her own. But truths are held back, and a betrayal that cuts so deep may not be easily forgiven.
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13 reviews2 followers
December 8, 2021
I listened to this book. In the other Billionaires book the previous narrator’s voice did not match the characters or develop their personalities. The female narrator’s voice was too high pitched/shrill and made the female characters sound way to annoying, unrealistic, immature and way too young. Her vocal pitch literally gave me a headache so bad I couldn’t finish the books. With “Billionaire’s Baby”, Arpad and Karina burst to life, there is humor, action, chemistry and curiosity about the 2 characters. Even with Karina’s misstep that put her in a dangerous situation, it draws you in and has you screaming at her for doing something that absurd; how you introduced Arpad to the listener was brilliant!! That formidable man behind the wheel of the yacht, a mad/larger than life modern day pirate, battling the seas; the description was so precise that the listener can see & feel the storm, our eyes became Katina’s eyes; you can feel her emotions of terror and awe, as well as Arpad’s energy /power, fearlessness with that crazed confidence he exudes as he plowed head-on into the battle with massive deadly waves. We hear Karina’s “WTF’ness” as she was witnessing her boss in his element for the very first time before she was painfully knocked unconscious. Shane and Ava, made the characters so believable; even how they discussed & came to their 30-day agreements. I don’t want to give too many spoilers but that deal really hits hard; how Arpad’s reaction and I fully felt why he refused to be cut out of their lives. This book flows with a fluidity the others missed. I will, more than likely listen to it again. This book fully shows L. Steele’s brilliance as the beyond talented author and writer I have come to admire. I even felt queasy during the boat battling the raging storms. My only wish is that there was more of their storylines over chapters of sex, other than that, well done on this book. Please use the narrators Shane East & Ava Lucas again, they are an awesome duo.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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765 reviews3 followers
May 8, 2021
I don't even know where to start. This compilation of books about the seven is in my opinion among the top rated of best written romantic series I have ever read. I have no doubt in my mind I will read this again and again. This latest installment of Karina and Arpad is simply an exceptional read. Their attraction and chemistry, from the first time they met in that conference room has been sizzling out of control. Both extremely in the mindset of, "never going to get married" kept them dancing around each other, but not delving into what could be more. When they finally come together, they both agree that it is, in as such a verbal contract for each to acquire what they need. He...a temporary fake wife, her a baby. Oh but, what a tangled web we weave when first we practice to conceive. Yes, I did change that a little. But it just fits this scenario so perfectly. Of course you toss in the dynamics of the seven and their wives/girlfriends and you've got one helluva story. I love the camaraderie among the seven. The love, annoying, can't stand the sight of you, brotherhood. When the reader can feel that they would do anything for each other. L. Steele has done such a phenomenal job with this series, it totally blows me away. I hope other readers take the time to truly endulge in the deliciousness of the seven. But, you really need to start at book one to fully understand the dynamics. Trust me, once you start reading you'll understand why. Plus...why take a taste of your of your favorite dessert when you can have a full serving? And always remember, if you want to read a book you can't put down, you have to pick it up first. Oh, what the he'll 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟
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535 reviews22 followers
May 3, 2021
The Billionaire’s Baby is book 5 in the Big Bad Billionaire Series written by L Steele. I knew that Arpad’s story would be amazing but I wasn’t ready for it. He was the smallest of the seven when they were taken but he grew up to be the one most possessive and the one would required to have the most control. So the woman that was to bring him down to earth would have to have possess the ability to be even stronger and have the ability to take as much as dish out attitude. Karina is strong, independent and has a sass like no ones business. But she refuses to be held back by anyone. She doesn’t need anyone’s protection, she can handle herself. But when she accidentally lands in Arpads path he want nothing more than to dominate and control her. Karina will not submit, no matter what! Has Arpad met his match or will Karina be his undoing? I couldn’t put the book down. Awesome read! I received a free advanced copy to read and review. Now to wait for Edwards story...man I have a feeling it will be even more intense than all the others combined!!!
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370 reviews4 followers
April 26, 2021
Didn’t know what to expect from this book, as I’ve had some ups and downs with this series.

I loved this book, I’ve been waiting to see what was going to happen with these to characters and expected an explosion between the two. I wasn’t disappointed

While Arpad’s past played a significant factor in his behavior, like Weston’s past, it didn’t make him a complete, total monster just waiting to come out and unload on the woman he claimed to love. Instead, he may have wanted to dominate, but he also backed off when she said back off. This is important for me in books like this. Taking no or go away as an answer should be something these guys listen to.

The surprises did keep coming for Karina, though, and I understand why she got so ticked off with Arpad. I think her anger was totally justified. That the two were able to reach their happily ever after with Edward finally getting to attend the wedding instead of officiating at it was a nice change also. I’m somewhat concerned about his book with Ava. She’s pretty young, and whatever happened to him seems like it was awful bad.

That none of his friends recognize Baron is interesting. The comments about the perfect teeth, the top of the line iPhone, etc, are clues that have jumped out significantly. I think if Atpad had not been so distracted he would have figured it out. It will be interesting to see what happens when Michael meets the rich, dirty, interfering beggar. I would expect that he, out of all of the 7, will recognize Baron and call him out on his absence
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257 reviews
April 24, 2021
To look back upon all the seven whom have loved and received their just due in a strong beautiful woman, this is no different. Here’s the catch, they each love differently, they each play differently and they are all alphaholes! God I love that word....now Arpad I find to be the most gentle in his own way. Even though he’s dominating crazy stubborn he still has a softness to himself. He’s been in love with Karina since he met her, right from there with her families approval he helps in interfering in her life. He does it because he’s in love with her but has yet to really come to terms, until it’s too late or is it!
Karina is part of a mafia family but does not feel this is what she wants so she takes the part of the business she feels is legit, the security part, this is how she meets Arpad. Under false pretense he get her to take on the security for the seven but she has to move to London, where she sets up and makes her business thriving and it’s a money maker but for her she feels like she’s accomplished greatly. Since meeting Arpad he’s the one thing in her life that she wants but of course knowing what happened to the seven and their way of life doesn’t really see things happening.
Until she falls asleep on his boat....that is where their story begins. You really have to read the series to understand each alphahole, read a little about why they are they way they are and a part of what happened to them. This series is fantastic and oh so worth it. I loved it.
3,169 reviews7 followers
May 1, 2021
Oh how my heart beats when I hear there another book that’s being released to the world from this wonderful author that has our hearts in our throats and our pants always wet! Our alpha men’s really need to be tamed by our lovely strong welled ladies that finds themself being stowed away and later tied up and always a marriage contract thrown in! She wants a baby from this arrangement and my mind is already anticipating all the commotion that will come with it. I love how he plays tough but he’s so gentle when he’s tying her up. It’s like watching a battle of who’s stronger when they’re both compliment each other. This whole series is fantastic and so worth your time. I love them all but this one takes the cake possible.
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1,284 reviews26 followers
April 25, 2021
Arpad is surprisingly complex and thoughtful. Unfortunately, he’s also extremely controlling and always thinks he’s right. Don’t they always? It was a little hard for me to get past the fact that all of Arpad’s behaviors are on the warning list for an abuser, but then, I guess you could say that for most of the Seven. If you can ignore the warning bells, the relationship between Arpad and Karina is actually endearing.

Edward is also showing his more thoughtful side. At one point, while discussing the kidnapping and long-term mental consequences with Arpad, Edward tells him, "Some of them burrow under your skin and make themselves at home and then they become a part of you, something you don’t want to let go anymore, because you’re dependent on them. In a way, your identity is linked with the story and if you let go of it, you don’t know who you are anymore."

The story is told in a way that is empathetic and delves into emotions that are often hidden. Ultimately, Arpad (like all of the rest of them) is forced to face his feelings and admit that his life is meaningless without the love of his life. (I don’t think it affects my review, but I feel I should mention, I edited this book.)
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384 reviews
April 25, 2021
Wonderfully done! So intense and engaging and spellbinding. We met Arpad and Karina before meeting the rest of the Seven, so it’s good to see them again as the main event. They are simply perfect for each other but they have their secrets and despite their transactional agreement, things aren’t what they seem. Simple quickly becomes complicated and they fall hard for each other. I really enjoyed this book and I was glued to the pages from the beginning. Karina’s backstory is so interesting and her strength and independence are admirable. I find her to be the most relatable and enjoyed every moment of her and Arpad’s banter and unwillingness to concede. Arpad’s trauma manifests itself in strange ways, just like the rest of the Seven. They’re everything they never knew they needed. Wonderful addition to a great series!
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1,522 reviews9 followers
April 25, 2021
"Sparks", definitely a great name for Karina. Mr. Grumpy Pants is also an apt name for Arpad. A bit of conniving on both parts has them both on a yacht in the middle of the English Channel, with no land in sight and a storm coming at them. I found this the most intense book so far in this series, and quite the big twist in the middle of the book and then the revelation to the Seven after that. More and more tidbits are revealed with respect to Edward and I can't figure out the homeless guy. All great traits in an awesome book, keeping the reader very engaged. I love these alphaholes, and the women are right in their description of their men. Excellent wittiness as well with the ladies, e.g. thesaurus! Definitely recommend.

I voluntarily reviewed this book.
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Author 29 books88 followers
April 21, 2021
Book Review: The Billionaire's Baby (Big Bad Billionaires #5)
Author: L. Steele
My Rating: 5 Stars


REVIEW
Karina is a strong female. She doesn't need a male in her life. She actually would prefer not to after being raised by her father and five brothers. She is successful though in her own right with her security firm and one of her biggest clients is the Seven.

One of them however is in her blood, and there is no escaping him...
Arpad... The growliest, controlling, sexiest male she has ever laid her eyes on.

Karina wants a baby, Arpad needs to fulfill his grandmama's wish...
Can these two come to an agreement?
Or will he crash and burn?

Sexy, emotional, heart-tugging, are a few words to sum this one up.
Can these two survive the storm?
And who will fall next? I can not wait to find out...

L. Steele
1,718 reviews11 followers
April 22, 2021
Karina had had to fight her way alone and with a lot of willpower to build her business. Finding herself engaged in a quasi-business relationship with Arpad hadn't been one of her goals, but she was determined to take advantage of the situation. She had her secrets, but Arpad had surpassed her and shattered her dreams. Trying to control and subdue Karina was not a well thought out plan for Arpad. Interesting and exciting the fight of these two characters. A powerful attraction, both with an intense and unwieldy baggage but with enough strength to survive it. Intriguing some of the secondary characters, interesting the twists in the story and above all, we are already focusing on the priest who has me curious from the beginning of the series.
715 reviews1 follower
April 24, 2021
This series keeps getting better with each of the Seven's story. The work that went into all of these books is outstanding. Arpad and Karina have such a complex back story and a more complicated current story. They have a strong attraction with HOT chemistry. This book has excellent writing, plots, storylines, twists, and dialog.
I received this book as an ARC from Bookfunnel for my honest review.
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2,037 reviews24 followers
April 21, 2021
What can I say? This book is amazing. Not only do the characters Arpad and Karina, send sparks off each other, but they flames they create are enough to start a bush fire all on their own. The way they fight and spew verbal attacks on each other, you would swear that they would form their own world war, just between the two of them. I loved how Arpad eventually softened towards Karina and admitted that he was in love with her. I’m glad they had their own HEA.

I was given an advanced copy of this book to read and review with my honest and fair opinion.
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1,352 reviews3 followers
April 20, 2021
I really enjoyed Karina and Arpad's story. Talk about big surprises. I never even got close to guessing who Karina really was or what Arpad was up to. They really are a great match and both stubborn to boot. There were a lot of fire crackers.
I received an ARC and I'm voluntarily leaving an honest review.
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1,960 reviews25 followers
September 5, 2023
The Billionaire's Baby (Big Bad Billionaires #5) Oh my heart!!! Arpad and Karina's Enemies To Lovers Fake Marriage Romance checks off all the right boxes. Aphrodisiacal, betrayal, explosive banter, suspense, unwavering characters and unexpected twists.
Told in dual pov, with well developed characters, well detailed world building descriptions and settings, and exemplary writing style.
I loved the cameo appearances of the seven and their significant others. Arpad's grandma was brilliant and I loved meeting the families. Dripping through the pages is an addictive writing style with artistry and passion. I loved the epilogue and looking forward to reading the next book in the series which is Edwards.
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358 reviews15 followers
April 26, 2022
I know I’m skipping around in this series! Sue me! (…please don’t… I need money for books.)

Could the resolution be easier with clear communication? Yes.
Does it happen? No.
Is it enjoyable? Yes.

💕 Forced Proximity
💕 Surprise Baby
💕 JP alpha hero
💕 Badass heroine

❤️🎧📖❤️
Book: The Billionaire’s Baby
Series: Big Bad Billionaires, book 5
Author: L. Steele
Narrators: Shane East and Ava Lucas, both just are amazing! Shane bringing that Big Deck Energy and Ava, being one of my favorite narrators, can do no wrong!
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

⚠️ Safety Squad: SO GOOOOOOOOOOD
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1,182 reviews13 followers
May 17, 2021
Not for me

Let me just say that I didn’t get to finish this book at all, the book started good but when I got to chapter seven and seen how of a jerk the male character is I had enough specially when he think he got the right to spank the female character without out her consent. Just cause she won’t do what he wants her to do, I think I won’t be reading no book from this author
1 review
March 1, 2023
FMC is the worst

I'm kind of tired of writers making strong female characters into straight up female dogs. This one was so bad even the other characters in the book called her out on it. I normally love this author but I had to force myself to finish this one.
143 reviews
June 26, 2023
💖🎵Spoilerfrei: Bad Boy Milliardäre 5 – Arpad und Karina – Explizite Szenen, absolute Unvorhersehbarkeit – Suchtgefahr!!!🥰🤗 🎵💖

Gerade habe ich das Buch „A Baby for the Playboy“ beendet.
Ich gebe generell keine Zusammenfassung des Buches ab, weil ich der Meinung bin, dass diese auch durch den Klappentext beim Buch schon aussagefähig ist. Insofern schildere ich hier lediglich meine Eindrücke, da dadurch sichergestellt wird, dass definitiv nicht gespoilert wird 😊

Autor:
Es ist das fünfte Buch dieser Serie. Schon die ersten Bücher haben mich als tolle Neuentdeckung überrascht und begeistert und ich wollte unbedingt wissen, wie es mit den „Sieben“ weitergeht… Dass ich nach wie vor dabei bin sollte euch schon etwas sagen – oder

Titel:
Anscheinend ist es bei L. Steele so, dass der Name Programm ist. Schön, dass sie dieses Mal wieder beim englischen Titel geblieben sind!

Schreibstil:
Der Schreibstil an und für sich war, ist und bleibt wieder einmal total mitreißend! Man kommt sofort in das Buch. Obwohl es dieses Mal – wie bereits erwähnt – mein fünftes Buch der Autorin war, wird es nie langweilig. Nach wie vor schaffte sie es, unvorhersehbare Situationen mit unerwarteten Wendungen zu kreieren. Deshalb ist es für mich wie eine Achterbahnfahrt im Dunkeln: man weiß nie, in welche Richtung es weitergeht. Und man liest weiter….und weiter…. Und irgendwann ist das Buch zu Ende. Aber auch wenn man es nicht aus der Hand legen kann: Es macht Spaß, die Sieben weiter zu begleiten!!!!

Protagonisten:
Dass L. Steele das Rad nicht neu erfinden kann ist klar. Auch hier ist es kein absolut neuer Plot, sondern ein Thema, das so oder so ähnlich schon x-mal veröffentlicht wurde. Was ist also bei L. Steele anders? Nun, das ist einfach: sie schafft es, dem Ganzen eine komplett andere Richtung zu geben. Dass es keine Déjà-Vus gibt, ist schon einmal ein riesengroßer Pluspunkt.

Die Autorin zeichnet die Personen bildgewaltig. Dadurch hat man sofort ein Bild vor Auge und die Beschreibung der Personen tut ihr Übriges!). Enemies to Lovers und Fake-Beziehungs– Liebesroman ist Programm. Es war wieder einmal mitreißend – und selbstverständlich auch heiß… Was mir auch gut gefällt ist, dass man – obwohl man die Charaktere schon durch die anderen Romane kennt – diese doch ein weitaus komplexeres Gefühlsleben haben, als man ihnen zunächst zutrauen würde. Ich liebe es, diese Einsichten durch die jeweiligen Romane zu bekommen!

Stimmung/Atmosphäre:
Wieder einmal ungewöhnlich! Aufschlussreich! Mitreißend. Dass die Helden hier wieder einmal dem Tortured Hero – Geschehen unterzogen sind, versteht sich von selbst, wenn man die Geschichte der Sieben von Beginn an begleitete. Insofern: alle Bestandteile eines Keepers – und definitiv extreme Suchtgefahr!

Setting:
Wie bereits oben angemerkt, ist es ein Setting wie eines unter sehr vielen. Dennoch schafft es die Autorin, genau dieses Setting so zu gestalten, dass es wirklich anders ist – und das finde ich großartig!

Explizite Szenen:
Wenn man die Hintergrundgeschichte der Sieben kennt (welche sich definitiv besser erschließen, wenn man die Bücher der Reihe nach liest), sind die Handlungsweisen definitiv nachvollziehbar, eben weil man weiß, welche Hintergründe – und auch welch grausame Geschichten - im Verborgenen lauern.

Die expliziten Szenen selbst sind sicherlich nichts für die zartbesaiteten Leser, sondern sind schon eben das: explizit und deutlich, es geht wirklich „zur Sache“! Wer also eher auf die sanftere Art, „Blümchensex“ und „Vanilla“ steht, sollte ggf. die Finger von dieser Reihe lassen. Aber ich kann euch sagen: das wäre ein Verlust!

Kritikpunkte
In diesem Sinne gab es immer noch keine Kritikpunkte für mich. Klar, die Mafia könnte mehr Thema sein und auch ein Protagonist, der seit Beginn der Serie an durchgehend auftaucht, weckt die Frage nach dem „Wer“ und „Warum“. Aber es gibt gottseidank noch Folgebände, so dass ich mir sicher bin, dass das noch aufgeklärt werden wird!

Fazit:
Aber darüber hinaus (s.o.) muss ich gestehen, dass ich es kaum erwarten kann, die weiteren Geschichten der Sieben weiterzuverfolgen! Bei einer derartigen Schreibweise versteht sich das von selbst, dass es nicht bei diesen fünf Büchern bleibt! Auch finde ich, dass sich die Autorin im Laufe der Serie definitiv gesteigert hat. Es ist wundervoll, daran teilhaben zu können ❤️😍

Bewertung:
Es gibt keinen Abzug, so dass es bei 5-⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sternen bleibt! Ich fand, dass es ein – wieder einmal - mitreißendes, großartiges Buch ist!

Insofern eine klare, definitive Leseempfehlung! Holt euch dieses Buch! Ihr werdet es nicht bereuen!
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