What I Need (Alabama Summer #5) ~ J. Daniels

AMAZON US | AMAZON UK

Riley Tennyson has made a huge mistake.

At least, that’s what she keeps telling herself.

Showing up to her brother’s wedding pissed off and newly single, Riley seeks comfort in solitude and an open bar, until the gorgeous and irresistibly charming CJ Tully makes her a better offer―a wild night with the master of smooth-talking where nothing is off limits.

Riley does what any single woman would do, and a connection is made. One neither one of them can ignore. But when she comes home to the boyfriend she no longer thought she had, Riley buries her secret and begs CJ to do the same.

Forget about each other. It was a mistake. That’s all it was… right?

Desires are hidden. Distance is kept. Until one night CJ makes the ultimate sacrifice, and Riley can no longer avoid the man she can’t stop thinking about.

Not with him sleeping down the hall…

I absolutely love J. Daniels’ characters!! CJ and Riley are so freaking gorgeous and so awesome together. They are goofy and silly, while still hot and steamy. The path that led them together wasn’t necessary an ideal one, but it still led them to each other none the less. The amount of guilt Riley consumes herself with is understandable but not warranted. She was in a tough spot and I’m just happy CJ was there to help her.

CJ Tully! Gah! Where are those guys in real life?!? The whole time reading this book I could not stop thinking how scorching hot he is and that he’s such a great guy. He’s willing to take whatever Riley will give him, even if it’s just friendship. He still protects her and looks after her even when he doesn’t think it’s the best idea. He’s respectful, sweet, silly, but still has a wonderful dirty mouth.

Riley is such a sweet heart. She’s shy and reserved, yet get some tequila in her and all bets are off. She knows she cares for CJ more than she should but is constantly trying to do the right things for others, but not herself. She’s selfless and humble. I knew she was falling for CJ hard and fast, but how does she keep things professional and friendly? How does she tell her brother or not tell her brother? All while she and CJ have this electric connection.

This book was fun to read and was easy for me to fly through in one day. It was well written and kept me glued to the pages. I’m such a huge fan of J. Daniels’ work and this is another great addition. 

Sweet Obsession (Sweet Addiction #3) ~ J. Daniels

Everyone knows Brooke Wicks loves to have a good time. She’s not interested in getting serious, settling down, or limiting herself to one man. So when she meets the sexy, irresistible Mason King, she sees another opportunity to let loose and go wild. But the gorgeous Aussie isn’t interested in just a quick fling with Brooke, and if she wants to get into his bed, she’s going to have to do it on his terms.

Loving fast and hard has always been Mason’s philosophy. He doesn’t want a meaningless connection, he wants it all, and he wants it with Brooke. When she makes her one desire known—to hit it and quit it—Mason wages a plan to ensure Brooke keeps coming back for more. Or so he hopes. 

Getting her attention was the easy part. Keeping it might be damn near impossible.

Sweet Obsession is where the Sweet Addiction series meets theAlabama Summer series..

Mason...... He’s a sexy Australian yoga instructor, with a killer accent and has respect for women. Can we say, super, sexy-sweet book boyfriend? His patience and restraint with Brooke is commendable. There were several times I thought Mason would cave, but he held true to his word.

Brooke is a beautiful and confident firecracker. She takes what she wants, and boy, does she want Mason. It’s great to see a strong female character who knows what she likes and doesn’t have problems expressing those desires. And screw anyone that tries to pull double standards on her!!

Like I said, I could not believe the restraint Mason showed while trying to get to know Brooke. I was so happy though, that she got to see what a good man would and could do for a good woman. They had the chemistry and they definitely have a wonderful love story. Sigh. 

Where We Belong (Alabama Summer #4) ~ J. Daniels

Ben and Mia Kelly can’t seem to catch a break.

Grueling night shift and opposing schedules have left the passionate couple geared up and ready for some much needed alone time. There’s only one thing standing in their way.

Parenthood.

With two curious boys who have mastered the art of cock-blocking roaming the house, Ben and Mia, sexually frustrated beyond reason, quickly resort to surprise sexcapades and naughty little trysts whenever and however they can get them.

Who said anything about keeping things legal?

Assume the position. Things are about to heat up in the south.

Warning: This book is recommended for readers over the age of 18 due to strong language and explicit sexual content.

This is a super sexy-sweet novella that I loved. The topic hits close to home, since I too have a step-son who I love as my own.  I have not had the privilege of reading the Alabama Summer Series, but if this novella is any indication of the struggle and triumph of Mia and Ben’s relationship… Well, I have moved those books to the top of my list.

Mia and Ben’s chemistry is off the charts, yet they struggle with everyday things like most people do; work, kids, family, friends and most importantly, time together as a couple. A lot of the former things can get in the way of the latter things and J. Daniels takes us through Mia and Ben’s struggle with this. It makes them more human and less of a fictional couple.

I didn’t know about Mia and Ben’s back history, but the glimpses I see of Nolan’s birth mom and Nolan’s relationship with Mia, I get how attached Mia is to Nolan and how attached Nolan is to her. That is his mommy in every sense of the word and I am so proud of the way Mia (and Ben too) handle themselves when Nolan’s mom gets out of jail. That’s it. That’s all I’m going to say about that and not give any more spoilers.

Mia and Ben’s love for each other flows off the pages. The chemistry sparks and the sex is off the charts!! Nolan and Chase complete this beautiful family along with all their close friends. I thoroughly enjoyed this novella and only wished I had read the series before I read the novella, but only to know more about these wonderful characters. ::Sigh::