🔖 REVIEW BLITZ 🔖 Say You're Mine by Layla Hagen

Say You're Mine by Layla Hagen

Release Date: April 6th 2021

Series: The Gallaghers Series

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Music

I swear I didn’t mean to flirt with the world-famous Brayden Clarke—especially not right in the middle of an interview for a job.

It was a slip—or perhaps a gut reaction to his smoldering eyes and deep, sexy voice.

To my total disbelief, they give me the assignment. My task is simple: advise Brayden and his band on how to communicate with their fans. Easy-peasy. Or so I thought...
I can handle the job, but the sexy lead singer who's intent on getting under my skin might be too hot to resist.

But our lives are too different. His life is under constant scrutiny. I thrive on freedom and spontaneity. I like exploring the streets of New York and meeting up with my siblings without needing security detail.

But when we’re together, all our differences fade, and I can’t get enough of this man. And he won’t quit until he makes me his. 

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My Review:

Say You’re Mine is the first book in The Gallaghers Series by Layla Hagen, a sassy and swoon worthy romance between a rock star and a counselor that will leave you wanting for more.

At the beginning of the story we get to meet, Brayden Clarke, lead singer of GreenFire one of the most famous bands around. The band has reached international acclaim, all while topping the charts in the U.S. and abroad. In the twelve years as a band, they have experienced a lot of crazy fan encounters and a breach over their privacy that they are not willing to let go ever again. But it’s their recent album that didn’t reach the amount of sales that the executives were hopping for, that they decided to bring in an expert to help give the band pointers on how to communicate better with the fans, while still remaining private.

That’s when Isabelle Gallagher comes in and it’s one look at her that has Brayden swooning over the woman that is not impressed his fame. She is a breath of fresh air, her sass and her ability to go after what she wants keeps him intrigued by her. Yet, even though he has chemistry with Isabelle, he can’t think about having a future with her. His constant scrutiny by the press makes him unable to give in to the possibly of relationship. It’s the more time they spend together, that makes him realize just how much he is willing to do in order to keep Isabelle for good.

Coming from a small town, Isabelle Gallagher has always wanted to move to New York City. Now that she does, she is ready to get her practice off the ground and start new opportunities. But it’s her new job that will ultimately change her life forever. Her job is simple, to advise the band on how to give the fans what they want while giving the band the privacy that they want. To do that she would have to spend time with each member, but one member stands out the most, Brayden Clarke. He is magnetic and the way he is with her makes her feel wanted and cherish. Their chemistry is off the charts and the more time Isabelle spends with him, the more she stars to fall for the man that every woman wants. Nothing comes easy when it comes to being in the spotlight, no one could have prepared her for just how much her life was going to change just by being with Brayden. It would be through obstacles to test what they truly want and to see if she is ready for the life that comes with being famous.

I throughly enjoyed reading Say You’re Mine, it was sizzling from beginning to end. The character know what they want and their relationship progresses quickly in the book. Brayden is completely smitten with Isabelle, she is refreshing to him and he likes the fact that she is not like other women has has met in the past. She is sassy and their banters are sweet and hilarious. It’s when they decide to go public that things quickly change for them as they are scrutinize by the media and followed by the fans. It’s in one of those moments that they have to decide if they are willing to let all of that hurt their relationship or not. Although it’s told in dual POV, we get some really great secondary characters that make the story that much better. The ending was sweet, though I wish it would’ve had an epilogue, still it was great and I cannot wait to read the next book in the series. I would highly recommend checking out this book if you love swoon worthy rock star romances! :)

**I received an advanced copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own.**

My Rating: 4.5/5

Meet Layla Hagen:

Welcome! My name is Layla Hagen and I am a Contemporary Romance author.

I fell in love with books when I was nine years old, and my love affair with stories continues even now, many years later. I write romantic stories and can't wait to share them with the world. And I drink coffee. Lots of it :-D

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🌟 REVIEW BLITZ 🌟 You're The One by Layla Hagen

You're The One by Layla Hagen

Release Date: February 4th 2020

Genres: Very Irresistible Bachelors #1

Pages: 314

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

It all starts as pretend…

My best friend, and one of the most powerful men in New York, needs my help.
Our first kiss is unexpected—but it still makes my skin sizzle, my knees go weak.

The next one is in front of his tight-knit family. We have to be convincing. But it’s so wicked hot, it almost fools me too.

On our first night together, he tells me that I have to keep us both in check, because he doesn’t know how to keep the lines from blurring… He touches me like I’m precious, and holds me close… barely stopping his fingers from pushing down the straps of my dress…

Our second night is sexy as hell. Intense. Alluring. How am I supposed to not fall in love? 

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My Review:

Hagen delivers an incredibly swoon worthy story that will leave your heart melting and wanting for more.

Hunter Caldwell and Jossie Gallagher have known each other for fifteen years. They have similar backgrounds and met while attending a private school as scholarship students. When Jossie was bullied for not having the money to buy better clothes, Hunter was there to rescue her and ever since then the’ve been really close friends. They saw each other go through ups and downs over the years. Hunter became the owner of the largest real estate development company in the country. Jossie became a sought after lawyer who is working incredibly hard to become partner at the firm she works for. It’s no surprise that they would do anything for one another, so when Hunter gets a letter from immigration telling him that he might not be able to renew his visa, Jossie is ready to help. A marriage of convenience between the two should his problem, but things quickly start to change between the two of them and they will have to decide if they are better off as friends in the end or they have what it takes to make their marriage work.

I absolutely loved reading this book! Not only were the characters relatable, but the story as a whole was enjoyable to read as well. The fact that they are friends and put in a situation that they are not used to made things a lot more interesting. It’s clear that Hunter doesn’t want to settle down, he has worked so hard to have the career that he has that he is not ready to take the next step yet. While Jossie is a career woman, she happens to want to have a family of her own. As the two start to spend more time together, they soon realize that they might just be perfect for one another until their doubts start to change their dynamic and relationship as well. All in all, the story is a definite must read! It’s steamy and utterly romantic. I would highly recommend checking it out as well as other books by the author. :)

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About the Author:

Welcome! My name is Layla Hagen and I am a Contemporary Romance author.

I fell in love with books when I was nine years old, and my love affair with stories continues even now, many years later. I write romantic stories and can't wait to share them with the world. And I drink coffee. Lots of it :-D

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🌟BLOG TOUR:🌟 Anything For You by Layla Hagen {REVIEW}

Anything For You by Layla Hagen

Release Date: May 3rd 2018

Series: The Connor Family #1

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Hotshot CEO Landon Connor has many talents. He’s successful and driven, and maybe a little too career-focused. Some (like his big and boisterous family) would even call him a workaholic. Landon has good reasons for putting his personal life on hold… 

But meeting landscape designer Maddie Jennings makes him question his choices. He can’t get enough of her sweetness, or her sensual curves. Maddie Jennings is all he sees, and everything he wants. 

Maddie hasn’t met anyone quite like Landon. He’s sexier than anyone has the right to be, and more intense too. He’s a little bossy, a lot hot. Despite fanning herself every time he comes near her, she tries to ignore their attraction. Maddie isn’t sure that she and Landon are quite right for each other. 

When Landon romances her with late night walks and sinful dancing, she can’t help giving in to him. His touch is intoxicating, and their passion is scorching hot. His love is beautiful.
But can Landon open up his heart for longer than a summer?

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My Review:

Anything For You is a story about second chances at love and new beginnings. At the beginning of the story we get to meet Landon Connor, a successful CEO of a software company based in San Jose. Although his life is full of business deals and more work, Landon hasn’t taken a real vacation in years and when his right hand, Adam suggests he takes some time off he agrees. It has been a while since he has spent any time with his family and he takes off to L.A. where he ends up meeting Maddie Jennings. Landon knows that he is going back to San Jose soon, but he can’t help to feel attracted to her right away. After the dead of his wife, he put off dating and focused on work for so long that he doesn’t know if it’s the right time to move on. His family supports him and want to see him happy again, but even they can’t stop him from leaving in two weeks. That is all he has to be with Maddie, but the more time they spend together the more he realizes just how compatible they are and he doesn’t want to let her go. 

As a landscaping architect, Maddie Jennings gets to do what she loves everyday. But when she gets hired to transform a property into a terraced garden, she happily takes on the job and she grows to like the family that she works for. The Connors are friendly and respect that work that she does. But when she meets one of the oldest of the Connor’s siblings, she wasn’t expecting to feel a pull towards him right away. He is not only attractive, but also kind and charming. When she needs help, he is there for her right away and takes care of her. She knows that he is going to be in L.A. for two weeks and their time is limited, but she wants to be with him no matter what. As the two get to know each other, she tells him about her previous relationship and how she felt mistreated. Maddie is a strong woman and she loves what she does for a living no matter what other people think of her. Yet, when their time is up she must make a choice of whether pursuing a relationship with Landon is worth it after all.

The story was well executed and I loved the characters. Landon is such a gentleman and cares for Maddie, though he can be a bit overprotective at times. He has dealt with a lot growing up and losing his wife completely destroyed him. His siblings and his job have kept him busy and full of life. He takes care of them and wants to do right by them. We also get to find out about Maddie’s previous relationship and the impact that it has had on her ever since she ended it. The two a strong individuals in their own right, but they make a great team together. Overall, I loved the overall story and then ending, the author did a great job tying everything really well. I would highly recommend reading this story, it will not disappoint. :)

***ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.***

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About Layla Hagen

Layla Hagen is a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance.

She fell in love with books when she was nine years old, and her love affair with stories continues even now, many years later.

She writes steamy and romantic stories and can’t wait to share them with the world.

She is represented by fabulous Louise Fury (The Bent Agency)

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Thanks for stopping by! I can't believe Christmas is almost here, as always I will be tweeting random freebies that I can find on any given day so if you're looking for more free books make sure to follow me on twitter @JackieBookWorld. :)

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Withering Hope
by Layla Hagen
Release Date:  January 19th 2015
Page: 262
Genres: Romance, Contemporary
Author's Links: Goodreads, Website, Twitter, Facebook

Aimee’s wedding is supposed to turn out perfect. Her dress, her fiancé and the location—the idyllic holiday ranch in Brazil—are perfect. 

But all Aimee’s plans come crashing down when the private jet that’s taking her from the U.S. to the ranch—where her fiancé awaits her—defects mid-flight and the pilot is forced to perform an emergency landing in the heart of the Amazon rainforest. 

With no way to reach civilisation, being rescued is Aimee and Tristan’s—the pilot—only hope. A slim one that slowly withers away, desperation taking its place. Because death wanders in the jungle under many forms: starvation, diseases. Beasts. 

As Aimee and Tristan fight to find ways to survive, they grow closer. Together they discover that facing old, inner agonies carved by painful pasts takes just as much courage, if not even more, than facing the rainforest. 

Despite her devotion to her fiancé, Aimee can’t hide her feelings for Tristan—the man for whom she’s slowly becoming everything. You can hide many things in the rainforest. But not lies. Or love.

Withering Hope is the story of a man who desperately needs forgiveness and the woman who brings him hope. It is a story in which hope births wings and blooms into a love that is as beautiful and intense as it is forbidden.
(Synopsis taken from Goodreads)

    

One Night with Hemsworth 

by Eden Finley

Release Date: September 23rd 2016 by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform 

Series: One Night Series #1

Pages: 274

Genres: Romance

Author's Links: Goodreads

Cole Turner’s ex-wife is getting remarried. No amount of alcohol can drown that out, but taking home the hot brunette at the bar is a good enough distraction. That’s all Paige is meant to be—a distraction.

Paige Minor is too busy studying for her law degree and getting over a bad breakup to care about finding another boyfriend. All she wants is one night of careless fun with a complete stranger. Cole seems like the perfect candidate. 

When Cole goes to pick up his son from his ex’s perfect house, with her perfect fiancé, and perfect new life, the last person he expects to see is Paige. She definitely shouldn’t be the one opening the door. As he stares at the person who was in his bed less than twenty-four hours earlier, a single thought occurs to him: I just slept with my ex’s new stepdaughter.

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One Night with Hemsworth is the first book in a series, but can be read as a standalone. No cliffhanger!

(Synopsis taken from Goodreads)

       

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✯BLOG TOUR:✯ Your Alluring Love by Layla Hagen {REVIEW + GIVEAWAY!}

Your Alluring Love by Layla Hagen

Release Date: May 3rd 2017

Series: The Bennett Family #6

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Alice Bennett has been holding a torch for her older brother’s best friend, Nate, for more than a decade. He’s a hotshot TV producer who travels the world, never staying in San Francisco for too long. But now he’s in town and just as tempting as ever… with a bossy streak that makes her weak in the knees and a smile that melts her defenses. 

As a successful restaurant owner, Alice is happy with her life. She loves her business and her family, yet after watching her siblings find their happy ever after, she can’t help feeling lonely sometimes—but that’s only for her to know. 

Nate has always had a soft spot for Alice. Despite considering the Bennetts his family, he never could look at her as just his friend’s little sister. She’s a spitfire, and Nate just can’t stay away. He loves making her laugh… and blush. 

Their attraction is irresistible, and between stolen kisses and wicked-hot nights, they form a deep bond that has them both yearning for more. 

But when the chance of a lifetime comes knocking at his door, will Nate chase success even if it means losing Alice, or will he choose her?

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My Review:

From the intriguing synopsis to the sexy cover, Hagen has managed to deliver a heartwarming story about second chances at love and new beginnings. At the very start we get to meet Alice Bennett, a successful entrepreneur who has worked hard to open up her own restaurants around town. Being part of a big family has definitely kept her close, and now that she is opening another restaurant with one of her brother's, she can't wait to start a new adventure. That is until she runs into Nate, a close family friend and successful TV producer. As someone who is constantly on the move, Nate has been away for a while, but when Alice sees him again emotions start to resurface. She knows that she is asking for trouble the minute Nate proposes to take their relationship further, but she is willing to take a chance on them before he leaves again.  

Nate has never stayed in San Francisco for too long, always being all over the world has kept him busy, especially when he is a top TV producer. He loves what he does, and for a while he has been aiming for a particular project in London yet while he waits to hear from them, he decides to spend time with the Bennetts. He has become very close to the family over the years, but Alice stood out to them the most, even when he knew that her brothers weren't going to be happy if he asked her out. Now he has found the perfect chance to see if they can have a relationship before he is called to work again. Despite his work he wants to make things work with Alice, but the more time they spend together, the more he starts to question if he truly wants to leave her and everything behind again. 

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, it was witty and romantic. Nate is one of those characters who is kind and loving towards Alice that will just melt your heart. He really wants to help Alice, and even though he is constantly thinking about his next job offer, he wants to make things work with her. He has known her for a very long time, and just when things were getting better everything chances when he is offer the job in London. Meanwhile, Alice is smart and funny, she has become very successful career wise. Yet, she longs to have a family just her siblings have. When she is reunited with Nate it's their magnetic attraction and long nights together that bring them closer than ever before. Now they to find a way to work together if they want to make things work. The flow of the story was perfect and the ending will leave you wanting for more. I would highly recommend reading Your Alluring Love and any other book by the author, you will not regret it. ;)

***ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.***

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About Layla Hagen

Layla Hagen is a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance. 

She fell in love with books when she was nine years old, and her love affair with stories continues even now, many years later.

She writes steamy and romantic stories and can’t wait to share them with the world.

She is represented by fabulous Louise Fury (The Bent Agency)

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✯RELEASE DAY BLITZ:✯ Your Alluring Love by Layla Hagen {EXCERPT + GIVEAWAY!}

Your Alluring Love by Layla Hagen

Release Date: May 3rd 2017

Series: The Bennett Family #6

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Alice Bennett has been holding a torch for her older brother’s best friend, Nate, for more than a decade. He’s a hotshot TV producer who travels the world, never staying in San Francisco for too long. But now he’s in town and just as tempting as ever… with a bossy streak that makes her weak in the knees and a smile that melts her defenses. 

As a successful restaurant owner, Alice is happy with her life. She loves her business and her family, yet after watching her siblings find their happy ever after, she can’t help feeling lonely sometimes—but that’s only for her to know. 

Nate has always had a soft spot for Alice. Despite considering the Bennetts his family, he never could look at her as just his friend’s little sister. She’s a spitfire, and Nate just can’t stay away. He loves making her laugh… and blush. 

Their attraction is irresistible, and between stolen kisses and wicked-hot nights, they form a deep bond that has them both yearning for more. 

But when the chance of a lifetime comes knocking at his door, will Nate chase success even if it means losing Alice, or will he choose her?

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{EXCERPT}

“Let me do the dirty work from time to time. You’re mine, Alice. That means I’ll protect you from anyone, even if you don’t want me to. I’ll protect you especially when you don’t want me to because it’s when you need it most.” Before I can reply, he steps right in front of me. “You understand? You are mine.”

I shake my head. “You’re stubborn and possessive.”

“Sounds like I’m a catch.”

“I didn’t mean those as compliments,” I inform him, crossing my arms over my chest.

“That’s how they sounded to me.”

“How do you figure?”

“You can easily rephrase that to determined and protective. Both positive traits.”

Despite my annoyance, my lips twitch with a hint of a smile.

“I won’t apologize for wanting to protect you.”

“I wasn’t really expecting you to,” I reply, disarmed by his passion and honesty. “But I’m warning you, I’m still mad at you.”

“I’m counting on it, darling. In fact, hold on to the anger until we get home. Unless you want to leave now?”

“No, the event isn’t over.” I’m a little suspicious of his sudden good mood. “Why do you want me to hold on to the anger?”

“Because there’s a kind of sex I’m dying to try with you.”

“What kind is that?”

He wiggles his eyebrows, leaning in. “Make-up sex.”

About Layla Hagen

Layla Hagen is a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance. 

She fell in love with books when she was nine years old, and her love affair with stories continues even now, many years later.

She writes steamy and romantic stories and can’t wait to share them with the world.

She is represented by fabulous Louise Fury (The Bent Agency)

Website, Facebook, Twitter

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✯RELEASE WEEK BLITZ:✯ Your Tempting Love by Layla Hagen {REVIEW + GIVEAWAY!}

Your Tempting Love by Layla Hagen

Release Date: February 17 2017

Series: The Bennett Family #5

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Christopher Bennett is a persuasive man. With his magnetic charm and undeniable wit, he plays a key role in the international success of his family’s company. 

Christopher adores his family, even if they can be too meddling sometimes. . .like when they recommend him to employ Victoria Hensley‘s decorating services for his new apartment in an attempt to set him up with her. 

Christopher isn’t looking to settle down, but meeting Victoria turns his world upside down. Her laughter is contagious, and her beautiful lips and curves are too tempting.

Victoria Hensley is determined not to fall under Christopher’s spell, even though the man is hotter than sin, and his flirty banter makes her toes curl. But Christopher is her client, and she knows better than to get involved with clients. Besides, Victoria isn’t looking for love. After her parents‘ death, Victoria is raising her much younger siblings, and she can’t afford any mistakes.

But Victoria and Christopher‘s chemistry is not just the sparks-flying kind, but the downright explosive kind. Before she knows it, Christopher is training her brother Lucas for soccer tryouts, and reading good-night stories to her sister Chloe.

Victoria wants to resist him, but Christopher is determined, stubborn and. . .oh-so-persuasive. 

When their attraction and connection both spiral out of control, will they be able to risk it all for a love that is far too tempting?

My Review:

Your Tempting Love is a heartwarming story about new beginnings in love and at life. From the very start I was immediately drawn to Christopher and Victoria's chemistry, it's hard to ignore and as you start reading the more difficult it gets to put the book down. After the death of her parents, Victoria has been put in charge of her younger siblings, they mean the whole world to her and that also means that she can't screw anything put. When she gets the chance to decorate Christopher's apartment she jumps to the opportunity that this would give her. Not only will she get to decorate for another Bennett, but their influence could bring her more work to her interior decorating business. Needless to say, Victoria wasn't expecting to find Christopher Bennett a very persuasive man, whose charm could get them both in trouble, especially if she starts to fall for him. 

Christopher Bennett is a very wealthy and handsome man. He has anything he could ever want, but his family can be too meddling when it comes to his love life. They are constantly setting him up with beautiful women, but nothing beats meeting Victoria for the first time. It's their instant connection that has turned his life upside down. Now he can't wait to see her and spend more time together, and having her decorate his house is just perfect for him. Yet, when the two begin to get close after spending way too many nights together secrets comes out and it'll be up to them to make it work if they want a future together.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, it was funny and sweet. The characters fit so well with each other that it makes you want to keep reading until the very end. Victoria has been through a lot ever since her parents passed away, she had to take care of her siblings all while being in charge of her business. She had to sacrifice a lot in her life, but the kids make her all worth it, and that is why she jumps at the chance to work with Christopher Bennett. As a hardworking business woman, Victoria has only time to succeed and nothing else. There is no way she could get into another relationship, but that all changes when she meet Christopher. Christopher Bennett plays a huge role in the international success of his family's company, and although that takes him away for a lengths of time, he is still not willing to settle down. He is too busy to even think about having a relationship, but Victoria is different, he can see himself being with her, and he will not stop at nothing until he gets her in the end. As the characters go through a series of trials to test their relationship, the end will literally melt your heart. Hagen delivers a great story filled with hardworking characters whose lives ultimately collide in the end. I would highly recommend reading this book, you will not regret it. ;)

***ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.***

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About Layla Hagen

Layla Hagen is a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance.  She fell in love with books when she was nine years old, and her love affair with stories continues even now, many years later. She writes steamy and romantic stories and can’t wait to share them with the world. She is represented by fabulous Louise Fury (The Bent Agency) 

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