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The Allure #2
The Allure of Dean Harper
From: LilyNBlack@Gmail.com
To: JosephineKeller@VogueMagazine.com
Subject: You're a flippin' idiot
Good morning my dear, naive friend, I hope you're enjoying a breakfast of regret and sorrow
Why?
Because you sent me to work for Dean Harper, aka a control freak in a tailor-made suit. Sure he owns the trendiest restaurants in NYC, but c'mon Jo, his ego makes Kanye West look like the Dalai Lama.
He's the type of guy that only hears the word "no" when it's followed by "don't stop."
Working for Dean Harper would be like selling my soul to the devil... and before you say anything, I don't care if the devil has punch-you-in-the-gut brown eyes and an ass to match. My soul isn't for sale.
Regretfully yours, Lily
To: JosephineKeller@VogueMagazine.com
Subject: You're a flippin' idiot
Good morning my dear, naive friend, I hope you're enjoying a breakfast of regret and sorrow
Why?
Because you sent me to work for Dean Harper, aka a control freak in a tailor-made suit. Sure he owns the trendiest restaurants in NYC, but c'mon Jo, his ego makes Kanye West look like the Dalai Lama.
He's the type of guy that only hears the word "no" when it's followed by "don't stop."
Working for Dean Harper would be like selling my soul to the devil... and before you say anything, I don't care if the devil has punch-you-in-the-gut brown eyes and an ass to match. My soul isn't for sale.
Regretfully yours, Lily
282 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 28, 2015
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September 5, 2016
4 Stars!!
Like the previous book in the series, 'The Allure of Dean Harper' was an awesome feel good story. It was fun, it was sexy and also hilarious at times and I had so much fun reading it. As delightful as the first installment, this second book was well written and so gripping. If you like to read an enemies to lovers story, look no further. This one was really great! 'The Allure of Dean Harper' tells the story of Lily and Dean, characters we previously met in the first installment in the series. Lily is Jo’s best friend (the main female character from book1) and Dean is Julian’s friend (the main male character from the same book).
Lily is a 23 years old young woman who just moved from Texas to New York. She graduated from culinary school, she has a food blog and dreams to make a career in the food industry, but right now she needs any job she can get if she wants to live in the Big City.. One day, Lily gets herself hired as a bartender in one of the most stylish restaurants in town, “Provisions”. She doesn’t know it at first, but “Provisions” is one of Dean’s restaurants.
Dean is one of the top restaurateur in NYC. He’s a workaholic, only living for his next best success. Needless to say he doesn’t plan to settle down anytime soon. Lily and Dean hate each other from the moment they meet, but everything gets worse when they are forced by certain circumstances to work together. They fight each other, being on each other’s throats, both of them realizing how different they are from each other, but they can’t deny the spark between them.
This was such an entertaining enemies to lovers story! I really enjoyed the story line and how these two characters met. That scene was comical. This second installment like the first is told from dual POV which I appreciated it. I enjoyed Dean’s POV, but I have to say I loved being in Lili’s head. That girl was simply fantastic. I loved her personality and her attitude towards everything. She was smart, fun, stubborn and such a little spitfire. I loved the way she challenged Dean with every opportunity. That girl definitely knew how to push his buttons.
I’m not gonna lie. Dean was a major a$$hole for good part of the story. And of course he got on my nerves one time or two with his stubbornness, but eventually he won me over. He was sexy and even sweet at times and I really enjoyed his possessiveness towards Lily.
The banter between these two was hilarious at times and I really enjoyed all their interactions in and out of bed. These two were really hot together, their chemistry being palpable from the very beginning.
Overall, this was a great addition to this fun and sexy series and really hope the author will continue it sooner rather than later!
Like the previous book in the series, 'The Allure of Dean Harper' was an awesome feel good story. It was fun, it was sexy and also hilarious at times and I had so much fun reading it. As delightful as the first installment, this second book was well written and so gripping. If you like to read an enemies to lovers story, look no further. This one was really great! 'The Allure of Dean Harper' tells the story of Lily and Dean, characters we previously met in the first installment in the series. Lily is Jo’s best friend (the main female character from book1) and Dean is Julian’s friend (the main male character from the same book).
“If I didn’t want to kill her, I wanted to possess her. I wanted to seduce her to the brink of madness so that for thirty minutes she could do nothing but moan in my arms, too lost in the moment to hate me.”
Lily is a 23 years old young woman who just moved from Texas to New York. She graduated from culinary school, she has a food blog and dreams to make a career in the food industry, but right now she needs any job she can get if she wants to live in the Big City.. One day, Lily gets herself hired as a bartender in one of the most stylish restaurants in town, “Provisions”. She doesn’t know it at first, but “Provisions” is one of Dean’s restaurants.
“I couldn’t decide where he fit in my mind’s Venn diagram. On the left side, I had people I hated, and on the right, I had the people I loved. Right in the middle, in a category of his own making, there was Dean Harper.”
Dean is one of the top restaurateur in NYC. He’s a workaholic, only living for his next best success. Needless to say he doesn’t plan to settle down anytime soon. Lily and Dean hate each other from the moment they meet, but everything gets worse when they are forced by certain circumstances to work together. They fight each other, being on each other’s throats, both of them realizing how different they are from each other, but they can’t deny the spark between them.
“If only she and I could shut up for ten minutes, the sex would be the best of our lives. Angry. Hard. Fast. Not love. Not even close. War.”
This was such an entertaining enemies to lovers story! I really enjoyed the story line and how these two characters met. That scene was comical. This second installment like the first is told from dual POV which I appreciated it. I enjoyed Dean’s POV, but I have to say I loved being in Lili’s head. That girl was simply fantastic. I loved her personality and her attitude towards everything. She was smart, fun, stubborn and such a little spitfire. I loved the way she challenged Dean with every opportunity. That girl definitely knew how to push his buttons.
“I knew I wasn’t one hundred percent in the right, but Lily definitely wasn’t an angel. Her attitude? Her personality? She was like a cat backed into a corner: claws out, ready to strike.”
I’m not gonna lie. Dean was a major a$$hole for good part of the story. And of course he got on my nerves one time or two with his stubbornness, but eventually he won me over. He was sexy and even sweet at times and I really enjoyed his possessiveness towards Lily.
The banter between these two was hilarious at times and I really enjoyed all their interactions in and out of bed. These two were really hot together, their chemistry being palpable from the very beginning.
Overall, this was a great addition to this fun and sexy series and really hope the author will continue it sooner rather than later!
August 14, 2016
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5 Funny Stars
Such a sweet,funny,super hot and fast passed story!!RS Grey has a way to make me love, making my heart melt with her sweet stories.This one is super good and the the characters have amazing chemistry, keeping you interested till the end.
Lily is Jo's best friend and she just moved in New York looking for a job!Dean is Julian's friend and he is a successful man who owns restaurants.Both have something in common they know about restaurants and food, but both are also very stubborn.So when they meet they try to dominate one each other..
I adored Lily and Dean, and I love so much their dialogues which are smart and hilarious!!I also loved their chemistry and tension, which makes the story more entertaining!Both are stubborn and strong characters and they believe that their opinion is the best so you can imagine how funny is when they are together!But apart from this you can also see that they are perfect for each other!They are passionate,smart,sweet and so lovable!There are some really hot moments that make me wonder maybe this is the hottest book from R.S. Grey!!
I say the same thing each time I finish a book of her but it's the truth! R.S. Grey is one of my favorite authors,her stories are so lightning and funny that every time I finish a book of her I feel so happy <3 <3
ARC provided by the author for an honest review <3 <3 :))))
5 Funny Stars
Such a sweet,funny,super hot and fast passed story!!RS Grey has a way to make me love, making my heart melt with her sweet stories.This one is super good and the the characters have amazing chemistry, keeping you interested till the end.
Lily is Jo's best friend and she just moved in New York looking for a job!Dean is Julian's friend and he is a successful man who owns restaurants.Both have something in common they know about restaurants and food, but both are also very stubborn.So when they meet they try to dominate one each other..
I adored Lily and Dean, and I love so much their dialogues which are smart and hilarious!!I also loved their chemistry and tension, which makes the story more entertaining!Both are stubborn and strong characters and they believe that their opinion is the best so you can imagine how funny is when they are together!But apart from this you can also see that they are perfect for each other!They are passionate,smart,sweet and so lovable!There are some really hot moments that make me wonder maybe this is the hottest book from R.S. Grey!!
I say the same thing each time I finish a book of her but it's the truth! R.S. Grey is one of my favorite authors,her stories are so lightning and funny that every time I finish a book of her I feel so happy <3 <3
ARC provided by the author for an honest review <3 <3 :))))
October 1, 2015
4 Stars
R.S. Grey delivered a quick, fun read which brought the characters from hating one another to loving one another. Lily Black, the heroine, is hilarious and made this story a lot of fun. She has just moved into an apartment with Josephine from previous book and is pumped to get her career started in the Big Apple.
Dean Carter, restaurant owner and friends with Josephine and Julian is asked to give Lily a start in the field. Dean and Lily can’t stand one another and it’s a battle of wills from their first encounter.
The way we fought, the way he infuriated me, the way he intrigued me. I couldn't decide where he fit in my mind's Venn diagram. On the left side, I had people I hated, and on the right I had people I loved. Right in the middle, in a category of his own making, there was Dean Harper.
The attraction and chemistry between Lily and Dean is palpable and highly entertaining.
”“The sex would be the best of our lives. Angry. Hard. Fast. Not love. Not even close. War.”
So many scenes were laugh out loud funny, like the pole dancing and that yacht trip!
Actions in the relationship department had me shaking my head a few times on both characters part but overall this was a very sexy funny book.
“The fiery woman who wasn’t afraid to challenge me every step of the way. She infuriated me, but I’d trade it all to have one more fight with her, one more indignant glare from her bright brown eyes.”
R.S. Grey delivered a quick, fun read which brought the characters from hating one another to loving one another. Lily Black, the heroine, is hilarious and made this story a lot of fun. She has just moved into an apartment with Josephine from previous book and is pumped to get her career started in the Big Apple.
Dean Carter, restaurant owner and friends with Josephine and Julian is asked to give Lily a start in the field. Dean and Lily can’t stand one another and it’s a battle of wills from their first encounter.
The way we fought, the way he infuriated me, the way he intrigued me. I couldn't decide where he fit in my mind's Venn diagram. On the left side, I had people I hated, and on the right I had people I loved. Right in the middle, in a category of his own making, there was Dean Harper.
The attraction and chemistry between Lily and Dean is palpable and highly entertaining.
”“The sex would be the best of our lives. Angry. Hard. Fast. Not love. Not even close. War.”
So many scenes were laugh out loud funny, like the pole dancing and that yacht trip!
Actions in the relationship department had me shaking my head a few times on both characters part but overall this was a very sexy funny book.
“The fiery woman who wasn’t afraid to challenge me every step of the way. She infuriated me, but I’d trade it all to have one more fight with her, one more indignant glare from her bright brown eyes.”
September 30, 2015
FIVE DEAN HARPER STARS.
"He thought he had me figured out. He thought he had the upper hand. How cute."
Have you been looking for your latest romantic comedy with a good portion of 'enemy to lovers' style plot thrown in for good measure? Then look no further, RS Grey has once again proved that she is hard to beat when it comes to knocking out a novel worth its weight in comedy gold. I felt like all my birthday's and chocolate treat days had come at once reading this beauty of a novel and if was rating this book on its hero alone then you can bet on it that I would still be shouting from sky scrapers at the brilliance of this overly talented author.
What's it all about?
Dean Harper is more than happy to put aside his personal life in favour for making his career as a restauranteur a success. This brooding business man is all about striving to achieve perfection. When a mysterious blonde bombshell barges into his life Dean hasn't got time to welcome her sassy mouth into his ordered life. But when her demanding ways are thrown into his path and she ends up as his employee this hero has to figure out just how to ignore the passion that is obvious between them. Lily Black not only dislikes Dean Harper she's now found herself under his command as his employee, this beauty doesn't know what's more annoying the fact that Dean Harper is as unlikeable as a boss could be or the fact that she can't stop thinking about the unrelenting attraction she has for him. Follow this Hilariously romantic tale of enemies to lovers and be warned you are about to fall head over heels in love with one gorgeously, albeit moody hero.
What did I love?
This is the easiest question to answer. I loved everything about this book; it had the perfect laid back,
easy read style that I love to devour. It also has a laugh a minute and is filled with perfect banter, fabulous sexual innuendo and the best kind of sexual tension that only a book that features my much sought after favourite style can, the irresistible I love to hate you style. Yes readers you won't be disappointed with this couples chemistry in fact If you are anything like myself you'll be at war with yourself whilst reading this book,
On the one hand you'll not be able to put this book down, but on the other hand you won't want to say goodbye to these characters. You may well find yourself cursing this author that she didn't give you more time with Dean and Lily. Nothing gets me hooked on a book more than when I'm in love with both hero and heroine and RS Grey once again proves that you can deliver both characters with winning personalities. 'The allure of Dean Harper had it all, romance, dirty flirty loves scenes and just the right amount of 'silly' to leave me with a full heart. I won't waste your time with any more of my review rambling I'll just leave you with these four words: Go read this book.
Final thoughts ...
I've not long started my love affair with this author and I'm still arguing with myself that I didn't get acquainted sooner. However, now that I have gotten a taste of this author's work I'm practically begging for more. Each new release from this author just seems to get better and better and I can't help but fall in with with the characters and stories that Grey puts out into the romance reading world. Coupled with all of the above, this author has a way of making all seem right with the world. I'd get lost in this author's fictional work any day of the week. 'The allure of Dean Harper' is book two of a series but can easily be read as a standalone, but my advice is go and grab book one if you haven't already. As they say you can't have too much of a good thing. Enjoy ... Kisses.
*ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.*
"He thought he had me figured out. He thought he had the upper hand. How cute."
Have you been looking for your latest romantic comedy with a good portion of 'enemy to lovers' style plot thrown in for good measure? Then look no further, RS Grey has once again proved that she is hard to beat when it comes to knocking out a novel worth its weight in comedy gold. I felt like all my birthday's and chocolate treat days had come at once reading this beauty of a novel and if was rating this book on its hero alone then you can bet on it that I would still be shouting from sky scrapers at the brilliance of this overly talented author.
What's it all about?
Dean Harper is more than happy to put aside his personal life in favour for making his career as a restauranteur a success. This brooding business man is all about striving to achieve perfection. When a mysterious blonde bombshell barges into his life Dean hasn't got time to welcome her sassy mouth into his ordered life. But when her demanding ways are thrown into his path and she ends up as his employee this hero has to figure out just how to ignore the passion that is obvious between them. Lily Black not only dislikes Dean Harper she's now found herself under his command as his employee, this beauty doesn't know what's more annoying the fact that Dean Harper is as unlikeable as a boss could be or the fact that she can't stop thinking about the unrelenting attraction she has for him. Follow this Hilariously romantic tale of enemies to lovers and be warned you are about to fall head over heels in love with one gorgeously, albeit moody hero.
What did I love?
This is the easiest question to answer. I loved everything about this book; it had the perfect laid back,
easy read style that I love to devour. It also has a laugh a minute and is filled with perfect banter, fabulous sexual innuendo and the best kind of sexual tension that only a book that features my much sought after favourite style can, the irresistible I love to hate you style. Yes readers you won't be disappointed with this couples chemistry in fact If you are anything like myself you'll be at war with yourself whilst reading this book,
On the one hand you'll not be able to put this book down, but on the other hand you won't want to say goodbye to these characters. You may well find yourself cursing this author that she didn't give you more time with Dean and Lily. Nothing gets me hooked on a book more than when I'm in love with both hero and heroine and RS Grey once again proves that you can deliver both characters with winning personalities. 'The allure of Dean Harper had it all, romance, dirty flirty loves scenes and just the right amount of 'silly' to leave me with a full heart. I won't waste your time with any more of my review rambling I'll just leave you with these four words: Go read this book.
Final thoughts ...
I've not long started my love affair with this author and I'm still arguing with myself that I didn't get acquainted sooner. However, now that I have gotten a taste of this author's work I'm practically begging for more. Each new release from this author just seems to get better and better and I can't help but fall in with with the characters and stories that Grey puts out into the romance reading world. Coupled with all of the above, this author has a way of making all seem right with the world. I'd get lost in this author's fictional work any day of the week. 'The allure of Dean Harper' is book two of a series but can easily be read as a standalone, but my advice is go and grab book one if you haven't already. As they say you can't have too much of a good thing. Enjoy ... Kisses.
*ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.*
December 18, 2015
4 ROAR stars
Lily is Josephine's best friend, who has just moved in New York and she is in desperate need of a job. Julian, Jo's boyfriend told her he would talk to his best friend, Dean Harper, one of the most known owner of restaurants to help her secure a job for now.
But things don't go as they were planned and their personalities seem to collide. They are both stubborn, opinioned while trying to take control from each other and the conflict is inevitable.
Somehow they will need to work together and even though Dean is a big ass to her, the chemistry between them is palpable and sooner or later they will either kill each other or connect in the sexiest possible way.
Dean and Lily were both characters that were introduced in the Allure of Julian Lefray. Best friends of the previous heroes, that had never met before. In this one they do and it's amazeballs.
For a big part of the book I was irritated with Dean's attitude. I had read the first book quite recently and I had a different picture for his character. I remember a flirty, fun guy, not the asshole he appeared to be in this one. I know he was a controled freak, but I didn't expect to see him acting like that, so it was something that bothered me. Don't get me wrong, he was still sexy, amazing and all that alpha male I love, but I just had a different picture for him and got surprised.
Lily was an amazing character. I loved her so much!! She was challenging him with every way possible, knowing that she was risking a lot, but still she would infuriate him and that was just so precious!
Somehow, I feel underwhelmed by the book. Maybe because I had set my expectations really high. Don't get me wrong, I really enjoyed it, but I had some issues, like the transition from just 'enemies' with sex to people with feelings for each other, felt kind of sudden.
I really love this author's writing and I will be definitely reading more by her. I recommend this book to those who like hate to love relationships and light, funny and sexy reads. You will laugh with their banter and you will get hot and bothered with their sexual tension.
This book is part of a series, but it can also be read as a standalone.
ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
Lily is Josephine's best friend, who has just moved in New York and she is in desperate need of a job. Julian, Jo's boyfriend told her he would talk to his best friend, Dean Harper, one of the most known owner of restaurants to help her secure a job for now.
But things don't go as they were planned and their personalities seem to collide. They are both stubborn, opinioned while trying to take control from each other and the conflict is inevitable.
Somehow they will need to work together and even though Dean is a big ass to her, the chemistry between them is palpable and sooner or later they will either kill each other or connect in the sexiest possible way.
Dean and Lily were both characters that were introduced in the Allure of Julian Lefray. Best friends of the previous heroes, that had never met before. In this one they do and it's amazeballs.
For a big part of the book I was irritated with Dean's attitude. I had read the first book quite recently and I had a different picture for his character. I remember a flirty, fun guy, not the asshole he appeared to be in this one. I know he was a controled freak, but I didn't expect to see him acting like that, so it was something that bothered me. Don't get me wrong, he was still sexy, amazing and all that alpha male I love, but I just had a different picture for him and got surprised.
Lily was an amazing character. I loved her so much!! She was challenging him with every way possible, knowing that she was risking a lot, but still she would infuriate him and that was just so precious!
The way we fought, the way he infuriated me, the way he intrigued me. I couldn't decide where he fit in my mind's Venn diagram. On the left side, I had people I hated, and on the right I had people I loved. Right in the middle, in a category of his own making, there was Dean Harper.
Somehow, I feel underwhelmed by the book. Maybe because I had set my expectations really high. Don't get me wrong, I really enjoyed it, but I had some issues, like the transition from just 'enemies' with sex to people with feelings for each other, felt kind of sudden.
I really love this author's writing and I will be definitely reading more by her. I recommend this book to those who like hate to love relationships and light, funny and sexy reads. You will laugh with their banter and you will get hot and bothered with their sexual tension.
This book is part of a series, but it can also be read as a standalone.
ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
September 27, 2015
4 STARS! ★★★★
"If only she and I could shut up for ten minutes, the sex would be the best of our lives. Angry. Hard. Fast. Not love. Not even close. War."
This book was just what I needed in between all the emotional reads; it was a fun, sexy and downright hilarious read! After finishing The Allure of Julian Defray few months ago, I was already looking forward to read Lily & Dean's story. Both of them are driven with passion and stubborn as hell, the snarky banters between these two had the sexual tension exploding from the pages.
Lily Black just moved from a small town to New York with dreams of making it in the culinary industry. Her best friend, Josephine (from the first book) is helping her to settle down while she's job hunting. In comes Julian's best friend also, Dean Harper who's one of top restaurateurs in NY and he's at the top of his game. These two crossed paths one night when Lily found her way into Dean's restaurant, took over his bar with her badassery cocktail mixing skills and raking in more profits than ever. Dean however, wasn't all too happy about it.
I had so much fun reading this book especially with Lily's POV! She's got spunk and she's a little spitfire who stands her ground and won't let anybody step on her. Both of them can't stand each other even when they have to work on the same team. They both know that they're equally good at what they do but refuses to acknowledge or give into each other. Put these two in the same room and the chemistry is so palpable that it's begging to explode!
Watching these two butting heads was definitely one of the best parts of the read for me and perfect for readers who love a good enemies to lovers trope. It's funny, infuriating at times but also has its heartwarming moments when these two start to realize the influence they had on each other.
Overall I really enjoyed this one and I absolutely cannot wait to see where this author will head next with this series!
ARC kindly provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
The Allure of Dean Harper is the second book in The Allure series but can be read as a standalone.
"If only she and I could shut up for ten minutes, the sex would be the best of our lives. Angry. Hard. Fast. Not love. Not even close. War."
This book was just what I needed in between all the emotional reads; it was a fun, sexy and downright hilarious read! After finishing The Allure of Julian Defray few months ago, I was already looking forward to read Lily & Dean's story. Both of them are driven with passion and stubborn as hell, the snarky banters between these two had the sexual tension exploding from the pages.
Lily Black just moved from a small town to New York with dreams of making it in the culinary industry. Her best friend, Josephine (from the first book) is helping her to settle down while she's job hunting. In comes Julian's best friend also, Dean Harper who's one of top restaurateurs in NY and he's at the top of his game. These two crossed paths one night when Lily found her way into Dean's restaurant, took over his bar with her badassery cocktail mixing skills and raking in more profits than ever. Dean however, wasn't all too happy about it.
"Lily had her first night at Provisions last night and she turned my bar into a Coyote Ugly knockoff."
I had so much fun reading this book especially with Lily's POV! She's got spunk and she's a little spitfire who stands her ground and won't let anybody step on her. Both of them can't stand each other even when they have to work on the same team. They both know that they're equally good at what they do but refuses to acknowledge or give into each other. Put these two in the same room and the chemistry is so palpable that it's begging to explode!
"Why is it customary for me to buy women drinks when they want to get in their pants? You know what will drop my pants? Crunchy tuna rolls."
Watching these two butting heads was definitely one of the best parts of the read for me and perfect for readers who love a good enemies to lovers trope. It's funny, infuriating at times but also has its heartwarming moments when these two start to realize the influence they had on each other.
Overall I really enjoyed this one and I absolutely cannot wait to see where this author will head next with this series!
ARC kindly provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
The Allure of Dean Harper is the second book in The Allure series but can be read as a standalone.
September 28, 2015
Title: The Allure of Dean Harper
Series: The Allure, #2
Author: R.S. Grey
Release date: 28th September, 2015
Cliffhanger: No
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Dear
Just a quick note to say how much I enjoyed the second instalment in The Allure series. Once again your blend of romantic comedy and quirky characters really hit the spot.
I'm a simple girl, give me a successful guy with confidence, the ability to fill out a suit, a potty mouth with some added prowess between the sheets and I'm a happy bunny. Make him part asshole and I'm sold! But enough about Dean Harper. I adored Lily also, her confidence, humour, fire and ability to put her foot in her mouth made her a winning female lead for me.
I can't decide what I enjoyed the most. The
Throughly allured,
Eliza
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September 25, 2015
The Allure of Dean Harper was everything I hoped it would be and more. I completely fell in love with Dean and Lily in Allure of Julian LaFray. Dean is Julian’s sexy, successful friend and Lily is Jo’s beautiful, spirited bestie. Both Dean and Lily are in the restaurant business. Dean is ten years older than Lily and has established a successful career. Lily is twenty-three, just moved to New York City and is just starting out.
Dean and Lily are perfect on paper. They have shared education, experience and passion for food/restaurants. They are both opinionated and outspoken. Their similarities make them a perfect match, but in reality they are combustible. Within in seconds of meeting each other they’re at each other’s throats, and that is before they even know they have friends in common.
However, when they’re are forced to work together by Julian and Jo, that’s when things really pick up. Dean and Lily have this amazing chemistry and sex is about the only thing they do without fighting. Well, I wouldn’t go that far, but the fighting is more foreplay for these two. Their chemistry is off the charts, but opening up to each and trusting takes more time.
I loved Dean and Lily together. Like all Grey’s books they had me laughing out loud. These characters are just so likable and fun, they are the type of characters I wish were real. I loved how Lily was herself and never changed who she was to suit anyone else. I loved the character growth and how the relationships developed. I felt all these moments were key to the characters progression and I loved seeing them realize their feelings.
R.S. Grey seriously knows how to write these fun, sexy, romantic books and I am seriously in love with her stories. Every time I had to stop reading, for work or you know real life, I was thinking about the story. I was so ready to get back Dean and Lily and see what would happen next. I cannot recommend this book enough, if you are looking for a romantic comedy type book, something light hearted and fun or a love to hate type of story…pick this one up!
ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
Dean and Lily are perfect on paper. They have shared education, experience and passion for food/restaurants. They are both opinionated and outspoken. Their similarities make them a perfect match, but in reality they are combustible. Within in seconds of meeting each other they’re at each other’s throats, and that is before they even know they have friends in common.
However, when they’re are forced to work together by Julian and Jo, that’s when things really pick up. Dean and Lily have this amazing chemistry and sex is about the only thing they do without fighting. Well, I wouldn’t go that far, but the fighting is more foreplay for these two. Their chemistry is off the charts, but opening up to each and trusting takes more time.
"She was a force of nature, a swirling tornado that made me feel weightless and free…”
I loved Dean and Lily together. Like all Grey’s books they had me laughing out loud. These characters are just so likable and fun, they are the type of characters I wish were real. I loved how Lily was herself and never changed who she was to suit anyone else. I loved the character growth and how the relationships developed. I felt all these moments were key to the characters progression and I loved seeing them realize their feelings.
R.S. Grey seriously knows how to write these fun, sexy, romantic books and I am seriously in love with her stories. Every time I had to stop reading, for work or you know real life, I was thinking about the story. I was so ready to get back Dean and Lily and see what would happen next. I cannot recommend this book enough, if you are looking for a romantic comedy type book, something light hearted and fun or a love to hate type of story…pick this one up!
ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
October 21, 2015
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️3.5 STARS⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I was a little wary before starting The Allure of Dean Harper and I’m glad to report that I really enjoyed this one!
I have something like a rowdy relationship to RS Grey.
I remember really enjoying one of her first stories a while ago but being really disappointed with my last one, The Allure of Julian Lefray which is book 1 in this series.
Freshly arrived from small town to New York to live with her best friend Jo, (talented fashion blogger from book 1) Lily Black—23, is in dire need of a job. She’s passionate about the food industry, she graduated from culinary school and is a bartending genius.
By some fortunate coincidence, Lily gets herself hired as a bartender in one of the most renowned and trendy place in New York — Provisions— which happens to be Dean Harper’s restaurant.
Dean Harper is a 30 something really successful food entrepreneur, now on the verge to open a brand new restaurant.
He’s an overachiever, a very driven businessman and solely live for his next best success.
Coming back from an umpteenth business travel, his first meeting with the new hired bartender is everything but pleasant.
Some blonde goddess apparently superseded his meticulous designed menu drinks to serve whatever comes to mind and takes a mischievous delight to annoy him. Little did Lily know her boss is awaiting for a drink and silently taking notes.
Le coup de grâce is freshly served when Lily stubbornly refuses to acknowledge the gorgeous jerk at the bar, only serving him her best spunky behavior. Gorgeous jerk fires her on the spot.
Here starts Dean and Lily hatred for each other. And what a pleasure it was to read such enmity between 2 characters!
I loved Lily’s attitude, she’s opinionated, stubborn and ornery. Faced to an equally stubborn man, used to get what he wants, sparks fly and the chemistry between them is instantly palpable.
Their interactions only made the book for me. It was fun to watch them fight, absolutely hilarious even.
I loved this building tension between them, the constant bickering, the enmity, all this made for some exciting upcoming release.
And that’s maybe where I’ve found the story lacking. The transition between "hating their guts Dean and Lily" to their friendliness what almost non-existent to me.
The build-up was absolutely terrific, both trying to get along for the sake of their respective best friends, but for me it felt like the night Lily decided to finally act, everything happened too quickly.
For instance, she was the one deciding to act on an impulse and went to Dean, despite her animosity toward him. She was also the one deciding their encounter would not mean anything more. But she was the one having great difficulties to stay away. Maybe due to her young age, probably even. But this was enough of a turnaround to annoy me. (I’m a moody reader, don’t mind me! )
From the moment she took action, her POV became… the POV of a teenage heroine. The change was somehow radical for me to be annoyed with her behavior, and I was cheering for her from the beginning… To be fair I really adored the book up to the first 60%.
All in all, The Allure of Dean Harper was a good contemporary romance story, with some really great banter between the 2 main characters, I love the enemies to lovers build up but felt a little disappointed by the follow up.
I’m sure I’ll be in the minority about my qualms, as I tend to nitpick at things my readers friends won’t ever acknowledge.
So if you are in the mood for a enemies to lovers sexy rom-com, chances are The Allure of Dean Harper is what you need!
The Allure of Dean Harper is part of a series but can be read as a STANDALONE.
Arc offered in exchange for an honest review
More reviews and book talk at :
You can find me here too ☞
If only she and I could shut up for ten minutes , the sex would be the best of our lives. Angry. Hard. Fast. Not love. Not even close. War.
I was a little wary before starting The Allure of Dean Harper and I’m glad to report that I really enjoyed this one!
I have something like a rowdy relationship to RS Grey.
I remember really enjoying one of her first stories a while ago but being really disappointed with my last one, The Allure of Julian Lefray which is book 1 in this series.
Freshly arrived from small town to New York to live with her best friend Jo, (talented fashion blogger from book 1) Lily Black—23, is in dire need of a job. She’s passionate about the food industry, she graduated from culinary school and is a bartending genius.
By some fortunate coincidence, Lily gets herself hired as a bartender in one of the most renowned and trendy place in New York — Provisions— which happens to be Dean Harper’s restaurant.
Dean Harper is a 30 something really successful food entrepreneur, now on the verge to open a brand new restaurant.
He’s an overachiever, a very driven businessman and solely live for his next best success.
Coming back from an umpteenth business travel, his first meeting with the new hired bartender is everything but pleasant.
Some blonde goddess apparently superseded his meticulous designed menu drinks to serve whatever comes to mind and takes a mischievous delight to annoy him. Little did Lily know her boss is awaiting for a drink and silently taking notes.
Le coup de grâce is freshly served when Lily stubbornly refuses to acknowledge the gorgeous jerk at the bar, only serving him her best spunky behavior. Gorgeous jerk fires her on the spot.
Here starts Dean and Lily hatred for each other. And what a pleasure it was to read such enmity between 2 characters!
I loved Lily’s attitude, she’s opinionated, stubborn and ornery. Faced to an equally stubborn man, used to get what he wants, sparks fly and the chemistry between them is instantly palpable.
Their interactions only made the book for me. It was fun to watch them fight, absolutely hilarious even.
I loved this building tension between them, the constant bickering, the enmity, all this made for some exciting upcoming release.
And that’s maybe where I’ve found the story lacking. The transition between "hating their guts Dean and Lily" to their friendliness what almost non-existent to me.
The build-up was absolutely terrific, both trying to get along for the sake of their respective best friends, but for me it felt like the night Lily decided to finally act, everything happened too quickly.
For instance, she was the one deciding to act on an impulse and went to Dean, despite her animosity toward him. She was also the one deciding their encounter would not mean anything more. But she was the one having great difficulties to stay away. Maybe due to her young age, probably even. But this was enough of a turnaround to annoy me. (I’m a moody reader, don’t mind me! )
From the moment she took action, her POV became… the POV of a teenage heroine. The change was somehow radical for me to be annoyed with her behavior, and I was cheering for her from the beginning… To be fair I really adored the book up to the first 60%.
All in all, The Allure of Dean Harper was a good contemporary romance story, with some really great banter between the 2 main characters, I love the enemies to lovers build up but felt a little disappointed by the follow up.
I’m sure I’ll be in the minority about my qualms, as I tend to nitpick at things my readers friends won’t ever acknowledge.
So if you are in the mood for a enemies to lovers sexy rom-com, chances are The Allure of Dean Harper is what you need!
The Allure of Dean Harper is part of a series but can be read as a STANDALONE.
Arc offered in exchange for an honest review
More reviews and book talk at :
You can find me here too ☞
February 10, 2017
Smile inducing from start to finish. Even if oil and vinegar don't mix, these two fiery, head butting characters were delectable to read.
Dean Harper is a driven, controlling, workaholic who is used to getting his way. His goal, to be the best at everything he sets his mind to. His love, New York’s fast pace life full of women that aren’t looking for anything more than no strings attached fun and won’t hinder his efforts to reach the top. What will happen when he meets his take charge, won’t back down from a challenge new employee who will in fact defy him at every turn?
Lily Black didn’t just move to New York to accompany her best friend Jo. She made the change to make a name for herself as a food critic. But while she gets there, her best friend got her a job at her boyfriend’s best friend's restaurant. She's amazing at serving drinks, raking in four times the amount of money made in a normal night at Provisions. But once her confident attitude clashes with the owner’s rude and ornery one, a full on war arises. Will they be able to see beyond their stubbornness to realize that with their combined talents and chemistry they’d be unstoppable and incredibly happy?
I met Dean and Lily while reading The Allure of Julian LeFray and was charmed by both, but I also knew this would be a great sparks flying between all the animosity, enemies to lovers read. Lily is an incredibly buoyant, witty, resilient and self-assured woman and a great friend. Dean is sexy, opinionated and insufferably smart and alluring.
They have so much in common due to their work in the food industry, you’d think they’d be a match made in culinary heaven. But their strong personalities push them to a battle of wills within the first minutes of meeting. However, after their friends coerce them to work together their attraction intensifies to the breaking point which takes them to explosive interactions of epic proportions.
R.S. Grey knows how to write stories and characters that make you laugh and swoon. The Allure of Dean Harper is no exception. I loved the pace and character development in this lighthearted, romantic comedy. Everything felt perfectly in place with the precise amount of fun, sass, sexiness and romance.
Book facts: A full-length standalone romance with interconnection characters from the previous book. Told from both points of view. No cliffhanger. With a happy ending.
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* I was graciously given an ARC of this book courtesy of the author. The excerpts are from that copy. *
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Dean Harper is a driven, controlling, workaholic who is used to getting his way. His goal, to be the best at everything he sets his mind to. His love, New York’s fast pace life full of women that aren’t looking for anything more than no strings attached fun and won’t hinder his efforts to reach the top. What will happen when he meets his take charge, won’t back down from a challenge new employee who will in fact defy him at every turn?
"If I didn’t want to kill her I wanted to possess her. I wanted to seduce her to the brink of madness."
Lily Black didn’t just move to New York to accompany her best friend Jo. She made the change to make a name for herself as a food critic. But while she gets there, her best friend got her a job at her boyfriend’s best friend's restaurant. She's amazing at serving drinks, raking in four times the amount of money made in a normal night at Provisions. But once her confident attitude clashes with the owner’s rude and ornery one, a full on war arises. Will they be able to see beyond their stubbornness to realize that with their combined talents and chemistry they’d be unstoppable and incredibly happy?
"She was a force of nature, a swirling tornado that made me feel weightless and free…”
I met Dean and Lily while reading The Allure of Julian LeFray and was charmed by both, but I also knew this would be a great sparks flying between all the animosity, enemies to lovers read. Lily is an incredibly buoyant, witty, resilient and self-assured woman and a great friend. Dean is sexy, opinionated and insufferably smart and alluring.
“The moment I saw her, adrenaline spiked my veins like my body was preparing for battle. My heart raced and I started to sweat. It wasn’t a reaction I was used to, and as a result, I was reacting the worst way possible: with anger.”
They have so much in common due to their work in the food industry, you’d think they’d be a match made in culinary heaven. But their strong personalities push them to a battle of wills within the first minutes of meeting. However, after their friends coerce them to work together their attraction intensifies to the breaking point which takes them to explosive interactions of epic proportions.
“The sex would be the best of our lives. Angry. Hard. Fast. Not love. Not even close. War.”
R.S. Grey knows how to write stories and characters that make you laugh and swoon. The Allure of Dean Harper is no exception. I loved the pace and character development in this lighthearted, romantic comedy. Everything felt perfectly in place with the precise amount of fun, sass, sexiness and romance.
"She was like a villain, leaving a trail of blood and hints meant to lure me into a trap. A man with a mind for self-preservation would have turned and run. Instead, I pushed through the door and locked it behind me."
Book facts: A full-length standalone romance with interconnection characters from the previous book. Told from both points of view. No cliffhanger. With a happy ending.
"I missed her so much. This. The fiery woman who wasn’t afraid to challenge me every step of the way. She infuriated me, but I’d trade it all to have one more fight with her, one more indignant glare from her bright brown eyes."
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October 7, 2015
4 Stubborn Stars.
Lily just left Nowheresville, Texas, to try her luck in NY and live with her best friend, Jo. A food blogger by day and a food lover 24/7 her dream is to make into the restoration business in the one of the biggest food center in the word that is NY. There she meets Dean. Dean is the best friend of Julian, Jo’s boyfriend and he’s one of the youngest and biggest restaurant entrepreneurs in the city. As a favor to Julian he hires Lily as his consultant for the opening of his new restaurant. Professionally he can see that Lily is really good, but personally? They can’t stand each other. They can’t even pretend being nice to each other. Until one nigh changes everything and they realize that all the tension and rage towards each other… may be the result of something powerful.
Rachel Grey is a part of the author’s royal family when it comes to writing romantic comedies. Her books are quirky, funny, sweet and steamy and her writing style is engaging and hilarious. Even the emotional moments on her books are always balanced with the laugher and smiles they get out of me. She’s one of my go-to authors when I need a good time and this book is just another reason that justifies why. Honestly, I liked the first book in the series better, but this one was an amazing reading nonetheless. In all fairness I always like books with food references (which makes sense, considering that I’m a chef IRL) so that was a plus for me. The banter between the protagonists, the friendship between all of them and the way the story developed until the end made fall for this book. If you need a funny and steamy romantic comedy, this book is a great choice.
Rating: 4 Stars.
Characters Development: Lily, as usually Rachel Grey’s heroines are, was a sweet, funny, sassy and brave heroine that took no prisoners when it came to what she believed being right. Dean was a broody and sexy hero, used to be in control and feeling lost when it came to Lily… which only made him broodier. He didn’t have a sunshine and rainbows personality, but he was so honest and easy to see that beneath of all he was a nice guy, that was easy to like him. It was easy nice to see more of Julian and Jo and I do hope that somewhere in the future, Lorena has her own book.
Steam: Hot.
Sensible Subjects:
Love Triangle:
Cheating:
HEA:
Lily just left Nowheresville, Texas, to try her luck in NY and live with her best friend, Jo. A food blogger by day and a food lover 24/7 her dream is to make into the restoration business in the one of the biggest food center in the word that is NY. There she meets Dean. Dean is the best friend of Julian, Jo’s boyfriend and he’s one of the youngest and biggest restaurant entrepreneurs in the city. As a favor to Julian he hires Lily as his consultant for the opening of his new restaurant. Professionally he can see that Lily is really good, but personally? They can’t stand each other. They can’t even pretend being nice to each other. Until one nigh changes everything and they realize that all the tension and rage towards each other… may be the result of something powerful.
Rachel Grey is a part of the author’s royal family when it comes to writing romantic comedies. Her books are quirky, funny, sweet and steamy and her writing style is engaging and hilarious. Even the emotional moments on her books are always balanced with the laugher and smiles they get out of me. She’s one of my go-to authors when I need a good time and this book is just another reason that justifies why. Honestly, I liked the first book in the series better, but this one was an amazing reading nonetheless. In all fairness I always like books with food references (which makes sense, considering that I’m a chef IRL) so that was a plus for me. The banter between the protagonists, the friendship between all of them and the way the story developed until the end made fall for this book. If you need a funny and steamy romantic comedy, this book is a great choice.
Rating: 4 Stars.
Characters Development: Lily, as usually Rachel Grey’s heroines are, was a sweet, funny, sassy and brave heroine that took no prisoners when it came to what she believed being right. Dean was a broody and sexy hero, used to be in control and feeling lost when it came to Lily… which only made him broodier. He didn’t have a sunshine and rainbows personality, but he was so honest and easy to see that beneath of all he was a nice guy, that was easy to like him. It was easy nice to see more of Julian and Jo and I do hope that somewhere in the future, Lorena has her own book.
Steam: Hot.
Sensible Subjects:
Love Triangle:
Cheating:
HEA:
May 14, 2018
Okay! This was awesome.
I loved Dean.
But I prefer Julian.
I absolutely adore Lily! She’s so funny and cool.
These 2 books were great!!💜
By now I will probably read anything this author writes.
I loved Dean.
But I prefer Julian.
I absolutely adore Lily! She’s so funny and cool.
These 2 books were great!!💜
By now I will probably read anything this author writes.
September 28, 2015
3.5 fun stars!
Fun, light...exactly what I needed. <3
A full review of this book can be found on my blog The Racy Lit Reader
ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
Fun, light...exactly what I needed. <3
A full review of this book can be found on my blog The Racy Lit Reader
ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
October 4, 2015
5 "Lirio" stars
Dean & Lily were the two stubborn, head strong, proud and cofident people whose world collide and the things would never be the same after that!
Their story was light, funny, sexy and entertaining . They would make you giggle and laugh like crazy and if you are (too) emotional person like me, they would me you cry as well! You will follow their slow builded love, their journey and their fights over and over again. You may think they are like cat and dog but they are more like two really angry dogs always barking at each other!
I loved Lily! She was so fierce, strong, sassy and confident in herself. She was great friend, co-worker. We know her from the previous book, we saw that would be bombshell but in this book we some much more from her. She recently moved in New York to pursuit her dream of making it into the food industry and to be with her best friend.
Her relationship with Dean started with a fight and after that all of their conversations went like that - always fighting over something. She was too proud to back off and too attracted to let him go!
Dean is the successful restauranteur who loves nothing more than a challenge. He is a workaholic. He is devoured to his work and don't have plans to settle down and find a woman to be in his life. All of this comes down when he met Lily !
When he was near her he was douchebag, arrogant, controlling and smug . He was attrachted to her from the first sight but he wouldn't let it show. He was strong when he was in control and around Lily he loses all of his control. No matter what he loves the banter between them, the constant fighting and sex innuendo. Not him or her would or could denied their off the charts chemistry. Also Lily made him feel something that he never felt before, she broke his walls and show him that a man alone can't be always happy, that everyone needs to have someone beside him. He never thought that he was lonely but when Lily stormed in his life he realize what was missing in his life.
I loved them together . Loved their banters, their challanges, their chemistry and also their friendship. They were both funny and strong characters. If you want a book that would feel like you are watching a movie - you need to read all of R.S Grey's books! I loved everything about this book and I would recommend it to everyone who wants to read something funny and sexy!
I am pretty sure that when a book made you laugh, cry, swoon and.. a cry a little more means that the book is worth it!
“If only she and I could shut up for ten minutes, the sex would be the best of our lives. Angry. Hard. Fast. Not love. Not even close. War.”
Dean & Lily were the two stubborn, head strong, proud and cofident people whose world collide and the things would never be the same after that!
Their story was light, funny, sexy and entertaining . They would make you giggle and laugh like crazy and if you are (too) emotional person like me, they would me you cry as well! You will follow their slow builded love, their journey and their fights over and over again. You may think they are like cat and dog but they are more like two really angry dogs always barking at each other!
I loved Lily! She was so fierce, strong, sassy and confident in herself. She was great friend, co-worker. We know her from the previous book, we saw that would be bombshell but in this book we some much more from her. She recently moved in New York to pursuit her dream of making it into the food industry and to be with her best friend.
Her relationship with Dean started with a fight and after that all of their conversations went like that - always fighting over something. She was too proud to back off and too attracted to let him go!
"He thought he had me figured out. He thought he had the upper hand. How cute."
Dean is the successful restauranteur who loves nothing more than a challenge. He is a workaholic. He is devoured to his work and don't have plans to settle down and find a woman to be in his life. All of this comes down when he met Lily !
When he was near her he was douchebag, arrogant, controlling and smug . He was attrachted to her from the first sight but he wouldn't let it show. He was strong when he was in control and around Lily he loses all of his control. No matter what he loves the banter between them, the constant fighting and sex innuendo. Not him or her would or could denied their off the charts chemistry. Also Lily made him feel something that he never felt before, she broke his walls and show him that a man alone can't be always happy, that everyone needs to have someone beside him. He never thought that he was lonely but when Lily stormed in his life he realize what was missing in his life.
"She was a force of nature, a swirling tornado that made me feel weightless and free…”
I loved them together . Loved their banters, their challanges, their chemistry and also their friendship. They were both funny and strong characters. If you want a book that would feel like you are watching a movie - you need to read all of R.S Grey's books! I loved everything about this book and I would recommend it to everyone who wants to read something funny and sexy!
" For all I knew, I had hours to live. For all I knew, Lily would be the death of me. I smiled at the thought. What a way to go...."
I am pretty sure that when a book made you laugh, cry, swoon and.. a cry a little more means that the book is worth it!
February 8, 2019
There were enough funny scenes in this to make me give it a 3-star rating, but basically, I hated the main guy in the story. He was a total douche!
Dean Harper is the hero, and he is one of those fussy guys who needs everything to be just so, done exactly as he says, when he says. He thinks he is absolutely perfect and that he knows everything. He is the kind of boss that belittles his employees in front of everyone and expects them all to bow down and cower before his greatness.
Yeah, one of those.
Also, his policy is to only hire attractive people. Seriously. Here is a quote from his POV:
I vetted the applicants based on their looks and their experience—in that order.
He says that he knows people would rather be served by attractive people.
Not mentioning that this is highly illegal, aside from being an asshole move, I just saw the photo of the character that is supposed to be Dean Harper in the review section and ... well, let's just say that if he only allows attractive people to be a part of his restaurant staff, he might need to start things out by firing himself.
Seriously? This is the guy who insists everyone around him be gorgeous? It seems to me that he should surround himself by goblins so that he could look attractive by comparison.
Okay, so maybe I'm a tad bit biased because of the personality of this character.
He meets our heroine, Lily, by coming into his bar that she is working at, acting like a total dick and then making a public spectacle out of firing her.
Hey, Dean?
So, a romance with this guy was a problem for me. He never really got any better, either. He just became a little bit nicer to her. A VERY little bit. Eventually.
The good news is that Lily gives him hell and makes him miserable. You go, girl! If she had been all sweet and forgiving I would have lost my shit. But, she gets plenty of girl-revenge on him for us. He can't stand that she doesn't take his shit and I love it.
So, other than hating him, I kind of liked the book because I enjoyed her annoying him. There were also some hilarious scenes that really had me cracking up.
Dean Harper is the hero, and he is one of those fussy guys who needs everything to be just so, done exactly as he says, when he says. He thinks he is absolutely perfect and that he knows everything. He is the kind of boss that belittles his employees in front of everyone and expects them all to bow down and cower before his greatness.
Yeah, one of those.
Also, his policy is to only hire attractive people. Seriously. Here is a quote from his POV:
I vetted the applicants based on their looks and their experience—in that order.
He says that he knows people would rather be served by attractive people.
Not mentioning that this is highly illegal, aside from being an asshole move, I just saw the photo of the character that is supposed to be Dean Harper in the review section and ... well, let's just say that if he only allows attractive people to be a part of his restaurant staff, he might need to start things out by firing himself.
Seriously? This is the guy who insists everyone around him be gorgeous? It seems to me that he should surround himself by goblins so that he could look attractive by comparison.
Okay, so maybe I'm a tad bit biased because of the personality of this character.
He meets our heroine, Lily, by coming into his bar that she is working at, acting like a total dick and then making a public spectacle out of firing her.
Hey, Dean?
So, a romance with this guy was a problem for me. He never really got any better, either. He just became a little bit nicer to her. A VERY little bit. Eventually.
The good news is that Lily gives him hell and makes him miserable. You go, girl! If she had been all sweet and forgiving I would have lost my shit. But, she gets plenty of girl-revenge on him for us. He can't stand that she doesn't take his shit and I love it.
So, other than hating him, I kind of liked the book because I enjoyed her annoying him. There were also some hilarious scenes that really had me cracking up.
September 30, 2015
Copy provided by author in exchange for an honest review
I seriously adore and love R.S. Grey. She seriously knows how to write these fun, sex, playful, charming, sweet romantic comedies. Every time, I read one of her books I always end up loving it and having a big fat smile on my face. And in her newest release, The Allure of Dean Harper, Ms. Grey has once again got me addicted to her stories.
" For all I knew, I had hours to live. For all I knew, Lily would be the death of me. I smiled at the thought. What a way to go...."
The Allure of Dean Harper was a sweet, sexy, witty, funny, lighthearted love/hate romantic comedy that focuses on two people who should on paper be a perfect match since they both are in the restaurant/food industry but in reality, these two are like oil and water. Lily Black recently moved to NYC in hopes of starting her career in the restaurant business. Smart, beautiful, and confident, Lily should easily land a job. Right? Well, the first job she lands bartending she gets fired immediately when her boss didn't like her attitude even though she was a hit at the bar. So why did she get fired? Well, you can blame Dean Harper for that. Smug, arrogant, and a bit of a jerk Dean Harper immediately had a dislike for the sexy, smart-mouthed Lily. When Dean finds out that Lily is best friends with Jo, who happens to be the girlfriend to his best friend, Julian Lefray, he finds himself being persuaded to hire Lily for an upcoming restaurant project. Lily and Dean are extremely attracted to each other, but they are too stubborn to say and do anything. Also, Lily can't stand Dean and his holy than thou attitude that he's always right. Well as much as they tried to stay away from each other, like a moth to a flame, Lily had to put the theory to a test if rich and powerful men are the best kind of sex. Well one night wasn't enough for these two. Will Lily and Dean be able to separate their emotional feelings from their working relationship?
Ahhh... what can I say but go read THE ALLURE OF DEAN HARPER!!!!!!!!! If you are a fan of enemies to lovers trope, then go one-click this book!! Trust me, R.S. Grey is an evil brilliant clever genius because she will secretly have you addicted to her writing. She puts a fun fresh modern spin on all her stories. I love that she never fails to incorporate pop-culture reference in her books. So if you are looking for a fun, fresh, original charming, witty, and sexy romantic comedy then this book is for you.
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Good morning my dear, favorite author,
How's the wedding planning coming along? I'm sure you are all set since you are woman who loves her post its and "things to do list." Well I think you do from the pics you post on IG. Anyways, I have no doubt that you will be a stunning bride!! Eeeep only a couple of more weeks till you will be Mrs. Lance!!! Woohoo... **tosses confetti in the air**
Okay, let's get to the real reason why I'm emailing you....... DEAN HARPER!!!!! Yes, Rachel the main reason I am emailing you is because let's talk about DEANNNNNN!!! **see that gif I inserted...that's me but just picture an Asian girl.. LOL ***
First off let me just say, that I LOVED LOVED LOVED..okay lets toss in a few more LOVE LOVE this book!!! Why didn't you put a warning label on this book? Seriously, this book should have one. And it should read something along theses lines.
1. Warning!!! This book will make you laugh out loud and have you swooning. And by the way, this 30 ahem something year old should not be swooning but I will make an exception because it's Dean Harper!!! Duh!!
2. Warning!!! This book will make you book a spontaneous trip to NYC!!!! (Yes, this really happened because I was talking to a couple of girlfriends earlier saying how much I miss NYC and BOOM an hour later tickets book for December.)
3. Warning!!! This book will make you HUNGRY...yes HUNGRY... not HANGRY!!! Also, it will you make crave for some spring rolls, tapas, rickshaws, and margaritas.
4. And lastly a big fat warning danger sign.
This book will make you fall in love with an arrogant, pompous jerk!! YES a big fat JERK who probably tells you that he doesn't sweat when he runs but glistens. Anyways, yes RACHEL you have officially made me go crazy for The Allure of Dean Harper.
Since no one likes to read a long ass email, I will just say I freaking adore you and love your books. Ahh I'm such a great friend/reader, praising and giving you an ego boost this morning!! Seriously, love your books and you definitely have a knack in the romantic comedy genre!!!! Btw, post more videos.. I enjoyed watching Ollie,Louie and Lance and of course you be silly and cute as you pimp out your book!!
~Michelle xo
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I seriously adore and love R.S. Grey. She seriously knows how to write these fun, sex, playful, charming, sweet romantic comedies. Every time, I read one of her books I always end up loving it and having a big fat smile on my face. And in her newest release, The Allure of Dean Harper, Ms. Grey has once again got me addicted to her stories.
" For all I knew, I had hours to live. For all I knew, Lily would be the death of me. I smiled at the thought. What a way to go...."
The Allure of Dean Harper was a sweet, sexy, witty, funny, lighthearted love/hate romantic comedy that focuses on two people who should on paper be a perfect match since they both are in the restaurant/food industry but in reality, these two are like oil and water. Lily Black recently moved to NYC in hopes of starting her career in the restaurant business. Smart, beautiful, and confident, Lily should easily land a job. Right? Well, the first job she lands bartending she gets fired immediately when her boss didn't like her attitude even though she was a hit at the bar. So why did she get fired? Well, you can blame Dean Harper for that. Smug, arrogant, and a bit of a jerk Dean Harper immediately had a dislike for the sexy, smart-mouthed Lily. When Dean finds out that Lily is best friends with Jo, who happens to be the girlfriend to his best friend, Julian Lefray, he finds himself being persuaded to hire Lily for an upcoming restaurant project. Lily and Dean are extremely attracted to each other, but they are too stubborn to say and do anything. Also, Lily can't stand Dean and his holy than thou attitude that he's always right. Well as much as they tried to stay away from each other, like a moth to a flame, Lily had to put the theory to a test if rich and powerful men are the best kind of sex. Well one night wasn't enough for these two. Will Lily and Dean be able to separate their emotional feelings from their working relationship?
Ahhh... what can I say but go read THE ALLURE OF DEAN HARPER!!!!!!!!! If you are a fan of enemies to lovers trope, then go one-click this book!! Trust me, R.S. Grey is an evil brilliant clever genius because she will secretly have you addicted to her writing. She puts a fun fresh modern spin on all her stories. I love that she never fails to incorporate pop-culture reference in her books. So if you are looking for a fun, fresh, original charming, witty, and sexy romantic comedy then this book is for you.
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SUBJECT: Excuse the long rant ahead!! Proceed with caution!! LOL
Good morning my dear, favorite author,
How's the wedding planning coming along? I'm sure you are all set since you are woman who loves her post its and "things to do list." Well I think you do from the pics you post on IG. Anyways, I have no doubt that you will be a stunning bride!! Eeeep only a couple of more weeks till you will be Mrs. Lance!!! Woohoo... **tosses confetti in the air**
Okay, let's get to the real reason why I'm emailing you....... DEAN HARPER!!!!! Yes, Rachel the main reason I am emailing you is because let's talk about DEANNNNNN!!! **see that gif I inserted...that's me but just picture an Asian girl.. LOL ***
First off let me just say, that I LOVED LOVED LOVED..okay lets toss in a few more LOVE LOVE this book!!! Why didn't you put a warning label on this book? Seriously, this book should have one. And it should read something along theses lines.
1. Warning!!! This book will make you laugh out loud and have you swooning. And by the way, this 30 ahem something year old should not be swooning but I will make an exception because it's Dean Harper!!! Duh!!
2. Warning!!! This book will make you book a spontaneous trip to NYC!!!! (Yes, this really happened because I was talking to a couple of girlfriends earlier saying how much I miss NYC and BOOM an hour later tickets book for December.)
3. Warning!!! This book will make you HUNGRY...yes HUNGRY... not HANGRY!!! Also, it will you make crave for some spring rolls, tapas, rickshaws, and margaritas.
4. And lastly a big fat warning danger sign.
This book will make you fall in love with an arrogant, pompous jerk!! YES a big fat JERK who probably tells you that he doesn't sweat when he runs but glistens. Anyways, yes RACHEL you have officially made me go crazy for The Allure of Dean Harper.
Since no one likes to read a long ass email, I will just say I freaking adore you and love your books. Ahh I'm such a great friend/reader, praising and giving you an ego boost this morning!! Seriously, love your books and you definitely have a knack in the romantic comedy genre!!!! Btw, post more videos.. I enjoyed watching Ollie,Louie and Lance and of course you be silly and cute as you pimp out your book!!
~Michelle xo
Review can also be found on Four Chicks Flipping Pages: http://fourchicksflippingpages.weebly...R.S. Grey
November 11, 2015
Is it annoying? Yes! Is it drives me crazy? Yes! Did I freaking love it? Yessss!
***Quick Review:***
Series: Stand alone. But it can be read as a series. This is the second book in The Allure series.
Grade/Tag Tabs: Contemporary Romance, Romance Comedy.
Release Date: September 28th, 2015
Main characters: Lily Black, twenty-three years old, the culinary blogger. Dean Harper, thirty-three years old, the restaurant owner.
Secondary characters: Julian and Jo, from the first part, we have here a lot of them. And there are fantastic as always.
Location: New York. Las Vegas.
Steamy:
Sensitive topic:
Love triangle:
Cheating:
Cliffhanger:
HEA:
Next in the series? Unfortunately, I do not think so.
***
About the plot: Lily arrives to New York to fulfill her dream in a world of culinary. Her friends, Jo and Julian, help her look for a job. She is sent to the restaurant of Julian's friend Dean. It would seem that all get along well, to a large blunders during which Lily meets him. Their characters strongly crashed and you can say that they did not like themselves too much.
However, due to mutual friends, the two of them will have to get along and survive with each other. They begin to work together on a new restaurant and since then a lot of fun and less pleasant things will happen.
Final thoughts: Only reason I did not give five stars, is that do not have a sense that it is perfect. Because it is not. Do I care? No. I read this book with a smile which has a child at the sight of candy.
They are both annoying, stubborn and frustrating. She is feisty but also has zero professionalism, and is even cheeky. He is arrogant buffoon and a control freak. If I mentioned annoying? Why am I amuses again? It is so funny that I have no words. From enemies to romance. From arguing to cooperation. From hot moments to tears and anger. From hate to love. They're throwing themselves challenges. They are stubborn. And when the first push, the second pull even more.
This is hilarious, sometimes sad, sometimes sweet. Much is happening - just get to the scene of Operation - Hilarious. I like this book as much as I liked the first one. The author definitely be my first choice for the next books.
***
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***Quick Review:***
Series: Stand alone. But it can be read as a series. This is the second book in The Allure series.
Grade/Tag Tabs: Contemporary Romance, Romance Comedy.
Release Date: September 28th, 2015
Main characters: Lily Black, twenty-three years old, the culinary blogger. Dean Harper, thirty-three years old, the restaurant owner.
Secondary characters: Julian and Jo, from the first part, we have here a lot of them. And there are fantastic as always.
Location: New York. Las Vegas.
Steamy:
Sensitive topic:
Love triangle:
Cheating:
Cliffhanger:
HEA:
Next in the series? Unfortunately, I do not think so.
***
About the plot: Lily arrives to New York to fulfill her dream in a world of culinary. Her friends, Jo and Julian, help her look for a job. She is sent to the restaurant of Julian's friend Dean. It would seem that all get along well, to a large blunders during which Lily meets him. Their characters strongly crashed and you can say that they did not like themselves too much.
“I’d like to hire you as a consultant for my new restaurant.” He spoke with utter sincerity. Even still, I barked out a laugh. “Are you smoking crack?”
However, due to mutual friends, the two of them will have to get along and survive with each other. They begin to work together on a new restaurant and since then a lot of fun and less pleasant things will happen.
Final thoughts: Only reason I did not give five stars, is that do not have a sense that it is perfect. Because it is not. Do I care? No. I read this book with a smile which has a child at the sight of candy.
"On the left side, I had people I hated, and on the right, I had the people I loved. Right in the middle, in a category of his own making, there was Dean Harper."
They are both annoying, stubborn and frustrating. She is feisty but also has zero professionalism, and is even cheeky. He is arrogant buffoon and a control freak. If I mentioned annoying? Why am I amuses again? It is so funny that I have no words. From enemies to romance. From arguing to cooperation. From hot moments to tears and anger. From hate to love. They're throwing themselves challenges. They are stubborn. And when the first push, the second pull even more.
"For all I knew, I had hours to live. For all I knew, Lily would be the death of me."
This is hilarious, sometimes sad, sometimes sweet. Much is happening - just get to the scene of Operation - Hilarious. I like this book as much as I liked the first one. The author definitely be my first choice for the next books.
***
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April 1, 2018
I mean, hello to my favourite author I probably will discover this year. These books are drugs of the best kind. Reading them has made me stupidly happy.
And as much as I want to marathon them all, I want to save some as well so I have something to look forward to. Books I know won't let me down.
And as much as I want to marathon them all, I want to save some as well so I have something to look forward to. Books I know won't let me down.
November 14, 2016
Ahhh! This was so cute and funny. I'm really sad that this book wasn't longer. :(
I tried to read The Allure of Julian Lefray but I admit, I got a little bored with the characters so I just jumped straight to the second book without finishing the first. And right from the very first chapter, I knew I was going to love Lily and Dean more than Josephine and Julian.
I just loved the tension between the two and their love/hate relationship. I laughed so hard so many times that I actually lost track of how many times I almost died from laughter. And that is saying a lot considering how I'm a hard person to please or amuse to the point of suffocation by laughing. XD
The only two complaints I had were the fact that I wish this story could've lasted a little longer AND most importantly, R.S. Grey was really holding out on us with those steamy scenes. I wished the steamy scenes were steamier because in all honesty, the "steamy" scenes sucked because they were the fade to black type of scenes once the action got started. Bit of a tease, I must say. I wanted Rated R and all I got was PG-13. XP
The Allure of Dean Harper was really fun. I don't think R.S. Grey knows how to disappoint. She's officially on my list of favorite romance authors because I honestly can't get enough of her books.
I tried to read The Allure of Julian Lefray but I admit, I got a little bored with the characters so I just jumped straight to the second book without finishing the first. And right from the very first chapter, I knew I was going to love Lily and Dean more than Josephine and Julian.
I just loved the tension between the two and their love/hate relationship. I laughed so hard so many times that I actually lost track of how many times I almost died from laughter. And that is saying a lot considering how I'm a hard person to please or amuse to the point of suffocation by laughing. XD
The only two complaints I had were the fact that I wish this story could've lasted a little longer AND most importantly, R.S. Grey was really holding out on us with those steamy scenes. I wished the steamy scenes were steamier because in all honesty, the "steamy" scenes sucked because they were the fade to black type of scenes once the action got started. Bit of a tease, I must say. I wanted Rated R and all I got was PG-13. XP
The Allure of Dean Harper was really fun. I don't think R.S. Grey knows how to disappoint. She's officially on my list of favorite romance authors because I honestly can't get enough of her books.
November 1, 2015
Loved it !! Super cute read !! :D
September 28, 2015
4 stars!
Lily Black has just moved from Texas to NY to follow her dreams. She wants to work in the culinary world and she desperately needs a job.
Luckily for her, her best friend Josephine (from the first book) knows Dean Harper who is the owner of many restaurants in NY.
This sounds like a dream and like she just hit the jackpot..except she didn't. Because Lily and Dean can't stand each other.They can't stay in the same room for more than a few minutes without looking daggers at each other and fight like cat and dog.
How will they be able to work together?
Ahhh, I was dying to get my hands on this story!
I started reading this one as soon as it hit my Kindle! Dean and Lily's story was as amazing as I expected it would be.
Lily cracked me up. I had to stop myself from sending my friends way too many quotes of the book, but I couldn't help it. Lily was just too funny!
" They wanted sexy? I'd show 'em sexy. My rolodex was chock-full of the most sultry dance moves: stirring the pot, grocery shopping, watering the lawn, you named it. I watered that lawn like my life depended on it and the crown sat stunned, watching me in complete silence."
This was me as I imagined the scene in my head and I remembered me and my friends do the same awkward dance a couple of years ago.
Dean acted like an asshole at first, but Lily was unexpected. He didn't expect to meet such a stubborn, opinionated, vivacious woman.
"You bring out the worst in me, you know that? I'm only an asshole around you."
And Lily certainly didn't help with her feisty attitude..
"Sorry mom, you raised a murderer."
I really enjoyed this book and it absolutely lived up to my expectations. The first book, The Allure of Julian Lefray and this one left me with a HUGE grin on my face. Reading this book was definitely the best way to start my Monday! I will be sporting a huge grin today..
I love R. S. Grey's work and I'm definitely going to read more by her ASAP. If you need a light and super funny read, this will hit the spot!
The Allure of Dean Harper can be read as a standalone, but I hope you'll check out The Allure of Julian Lefray too because that was another amazing read!
October 18, 2015
I read this book via Kindle Unlimited. You can also find the first book there, as well as most of her other books.
As much as I thought I liked TAoJL, I thought this one was much better! I love Lily and Dean, omg! They were fantastic. I love the love/hate concept in books, they are always so entertaining.
I wasn't actually going to read today, but then I ended up reading this in one sitting! You can't go wrong with R.S. Grey! I have truly adored all of her books so far, and this series was really something! It's excellent writing when you don't just laugh at or with the characters....but you truly connect with them, and their emotions become your own. I sympathized with these characters, felt anger, sadness, glee, intimidation, and total happiness with these characters. I definitely recommend these books to everyone who loves books that make them laugh, books that have totally lovable assholes as main characters, and books that make you want to be part of the story.
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As much as I thought I liked TAoJL, I thought this one was much better! I love Lily and Dean, omg! They were fantastic. I love the love/hate concept in books, they are always so entertaining.
I wasn't actually going to read today, but then I ended up reading this in one sitting! You can't go wrong with R.S. Grey! I have truly adored all of her books so far, and this series was really something! It's excellent writing when you don't just laugh at or with the characters....but you truly connect with them, and their emotions become your own. I sympathized with these characters, felt anger, sadness, glee, intimidation, and total happiness with these characters. I definitely recommend these books to everyone who loves books that make them laugh, books that have totally lovable assholes as main characters, and books that make you want to be part of the story.
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October 1, 2015
Sexy, witty and deliciously fun to read!
[4.5 stars]
There’s something special that makes reading R.S. Grey’s books so much fun. They put me in the greatest mood as I laugh and swoon over her character’s romantic escapades. Dean Harper’s story was as delightfully fun as Julian Lefray’s, but it ratchets up the tension—big time—as antagonism prevails in this enemies to lovers story.
We’ve met both Dean and Lily before. Dean is Julian’s best friend and Lily is Jo’s. Jo has just moved to New York City to give her career in the restaurant business a go, and Dean is the city’s top restauranteur.
An unfailing workaholic, Dean is driven and content with a fast-paced life free of romantic entanglements. He’s got enough women warming his bed to keep him happy (to the dismay of his family).
He’s ornery and broody, and used to getting his way. He’s likes being in control.
Enter Lily Black who thrives on a challenge and is not the kind of girl to be pushed-over. It’s her first night at Provisions, a new restaurant in the city, and she’s proving herself by expertly flinging drinks behind the bar. She becomes the highlight of the night, successfully working the bar and its patrons, until her hubristic, but well-intentioned demeanor collides with the churlish, all-controlling attitude of Dean Harper.
Dean and Lily clash in an epic battle of wills. Over and over and over again to the dismay of BFFs Julian and Jo. Complicated gets way more complicated every time they’re together.
Truth is, amidst all that hate, there’s also an intensifying attraction, which only fuels their verbal warfare as their physical restraint falters. They are both talented, both stubborn, and both falling for each other (though neither want to admit it). But even as they begin to act upon those feelings, everything else flies out of control. Could they ever see eye-to-eye to find themselves some happy?
Charming, witty, sexy and fun, The Allure of Dean Harper is a light-hearted story easily devoured. I read it in a single night and enjoyed it tremendously. Great banter, likeable characters and delicious tension make this book irresistible.
✦ ✦ ✦ ✦
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[4.5 stars]
There’s something special that makes reading R.S. Grey’s books so much fun. They put me in the greatest mood as I laugh and swoon over her character’s romantic escapades. Dean Harper’s story was as delightfully fun as Julian Lefray’s, but it ratchets up the tension—big time—as antagonism prevails in this enemies to lovers story.
We’ve met both Dean and Lily before. Dean is Julian’s best friend and Lily is Jo’s. Jo has just moved to New York City to give her career in the restaurant business a go, and Dean is the city’s top restauranteur.
An unfailing workaholic, Dean is driven and content with a fast-paced life free of romantic entanglements. He’s got enough women warming his bed to keep him happy (to the dismay of his family).
“You’re thirty-three years old, Dean. When are you going to settle down? Start a family?”
“Uh, never. Is that too soon? How about never plus infinity.”
He’s ornery and broody, and used to getting his way. He’s likes being in control.
Enter Lily Black who thrives on a challenge and is not the kind of girl to be pushed-over. It’s her first night at Provisions, a new restaurant in the city, and she’s proving herself by expertly flinging drinks behind the bar. She becomes the highlight of the night, successfully working the bar and its patrons, until her hubristic, but well-intentioned demeanor collides with the churlish, all-controlling attitude of Dean Harper.
“I hate you,” she said through clenched teeth. I smiled sardonically.
Dean and Lily clash in an epic battle of wills. Over and over and over again to the dismay of BFFs Julian and Jo. Complicated gets way more complicated every time they’re together.
“He pushed, I pushed back. He didn’t want an insipid Barbie. He wanted a challenge, but he kept denying it, so things between us would never change.”
Truth is, amidst all that hate, there’s also an intensifying attraction, which only fuels their verbal warfare as their physical restraint falters. They are both talented, both stubborn, and both falling for each other (though neither want to admit it). But even as they begin to act upon those feelings, everything else flies out of control. Could they ever see eye-to-eye to find themselves some happy?
Charming, witty, sexy and fun, The Allure of Dean Harper is a light-hearted story easily devoured. I read it in a single night and enjoyed it tremendously. Great banter, likeable characters and delicious tension make this book irresistible.
✦ ✦ ✦ ✦
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October 5, 2015
To start,I don't think he and I have ever had a conversation without one of us yelling.He is rude and opinionated and a workaholic.He has the ego of Kayne West and I hate him.
Once again,R.S. Grey gave us a funny,sexy and sweet read (that had the potential to turn into a crime novel and you had to guess who would be the victim and who the killer.I'm surprised we didn't see any blood.)
For all I knew,I had hours to live.For all I knew,Lily would be the death of me.
Aren't they adorable?
The story is simple.Lily gets hired as a bartender in Dean's restaurant.Dean fires her after a few hours.That's a lousy start.They have to see each other rather often because their best friends are a couple.They fight.They fight.Then they fight some more.And have sex.And fight again.
Dean and Lily's relationship in two pictures
What I liked
-The humor.I couldn't stop laughing,there were actually tears involved and shortness of breath.The dialogues were witty and some scenes really hilarious (yes I'm talking about the yacht incident and the strip club,I think I even choked).
-The love/hate relationship.There was so much angst and tension (and veiled threats) that could set you on fire!Both of the heroes are opinionated and stubborn as mules,and their attraction did not extinguish the negative feelings,it just made the sex better!*winks*
-Lily.A funny and feisty heroine,her POV was always a pleasure!She's an evil genious,a demon in angelic form,and I absolutely adored her!The only woman that didn't praise or admire Dean,she challenged him and drove him crazy and she enjoyed it!
Being a diabolical villain was definitely a good look from me.
-Dean.
I never thought that he could be such an asshole!Sexy asshole,but asshole nonetheless.He was a control freak and overly ambitious,he had no room in his life for romance and he thought Lily was a distraction.When I didn't want to punch him,I wanted to do bad,bad things with him.
-More Julian and Jo.(you can't see me but I'm monkey dancing right now)
What I didn't like
I can't pinpoint it.I just keep comparing it to The Allure of Julian Lefray and find there is something missing.While in Dean Harper there were certainly some rogue butterflies dancing in my stomach,in Julian Lefray there was a freaking flock.It just didn't rock my world.
It left me though grinning like an idiot and I absolutely enjoyed it!After all,it is R.S.Grey,how could I not?
November 17, 2015
3.5 Stars.
The Allure of Julian Lefray is the only other book I have read by R.S. Grey and I fell hard for it! The Allure of Dean Harper is the follow up story starring Julian and Jo's best friends, Dean and Lily. I had very high expectations coming into this book and sadly they weren't quite met. Don't get me wrong, I still really really enjoyed the book! The author is a fantastic writer, it just didn't fall in the same place as Julian Lefray did for me.
Strong, stubborn, opinionated, and funny Lily Evans has just moved to New York City and is about to get under Dean Harper's skin! Lily is looking to make a name for herself in the upscale food industry and Dean is a man who is both established and very successful in the restaurant industry. Both Lily and Dean know their shit when it comes to food but both are extremely stubborn and their personalities collide from day one.
I loved the banter between Lily and Dean. It was very amusing and watching them dance around their attraction to each other was hot! Dean could come off rude most of the time, but only towards Lily ;) she brings out the worst in him but also his best. Lily, I dare say, was a little TOO much to handle a lot of the time. And that is where the majority of my issues with this book lie. She was too bullheaded, too opinionated, too sassy, too honest, too rude, too overdone basically. I couldn't connect with her at all.
Overall, I DID enjoy this book! Grey's an excellent story teller and I enjoyed the tension and witty banter the characters shared most of the time. It was fun, light, and fast paced. The Allure of Julian Lefray is still my favorite of the two but I definitely recommend both!
The Allure of Julian Lefray is the only other book I have read by R.S. Grey and I fell hard for it! The Allure of Dean Harper is the follow up story starring Julian and Jo's best friends, Dean and Lily. I had very high expectations coming into this book and sadly they weren't quite met. Don't get me wrong, I still really really enjoyed the book! The author is a fantastic writer, it just didn't fall in the same place as Julian Lefray did for me.
Strong, stubborn, opinionated, and funny Lily Evans has just moved to New York City and is about to get under Dean Harper's skin! Lily is looking to make a name for herself in the upscale food industry and Dean is a man who is both established and very successful in the restaurant industry. Both Lily and Dean know their shit when it comes to food but both are extremely stubborn and their personalities collide from day one.
I loved the banter between Lily and Dean. It was very amusing and watching them dance around their attraction to each other was hot! Dean could come off rude most of the time, but only towards Lily ;) she brings out the worst in him but also his best. Lily, I dare say, was a little TOO much to handle a lot of the time. And that is where the majority of my issues with this book lie. She was too bullheaded, too opinionated, too sassy, too honest, too rude, too overdone basically. I couldn't connect with her at all.
Overall, I DID enjoy this book! Grey's an excellent story teller and I enjoyed the tension and witty banter the characters shared most of the time. It was fun, light, and fast paced. The Allure of Julian Lefray is still my favorite of the two but I definitely recommend both!
February 10, 2017
This deserves 5 stars simply for how much it made me laugh! Wow, it was absolutely hilarious. Oh and you know, add in some fun friends, a shady guy and plenty of confusing feels, you've hit the jackpot! Oh and it's um, an ENEMIES TO LOVERS romance! One of my fav tropes!!!!! I was sold immediately. Loved the fight between these two. <3
January 3, 2016
3,5 stars
Fun book with great,funny,dedicated,but a little bit too stubborn characters and a story that lures you in immediately.The chemistry between two main characters is undeniable but their relationship progressed a bit too quickly from hate to love for my taste.They are both kind of immature when it comes to relationships but I liked how much they love their job and I loved seeing them working together.Overall,a very entertaining romantic comedy.
Fun book with great,funny,dedicated,but a little bit too stubborn characters and a story that lures you in immediately.The chemistry between two main characters is undeniable but their relationship progressed a bit too quickly from hate to love for my taste.They are both kind of immature when it comes to relationships but I liked how much they love their job and I loved seeing them working together.Overall,a very entertaining romantic comedy.
October 19, 2015
The comedy in this book was fresh and original and the pop culture references were witty and spot on! There were so many legitimate laugh out loud moments.
Dean Harper has to be one of the most infuriating jackasses ever. Pair that with Lily, a smart woman who takes no shit and you have one epic love-hate romance.
I absolutely loved watching the disaster that was their relationship work itself out in a spectacular way. This book was sexy, yet classy, funny, sassy and heartwarming.
Dean Harper has to be one of the most infuriating jackasses ever. Pair that with Lily, a smart woman who takes no shit and you have one epic love-hate romance.
I absolutely loved watching the disaster that was their relationship work itself out in a spectacular way. This book was sexy, yet classy, funny, sassy and heartwarming.
August 30, 2016
4.5 stars
I pretty much love the hell out of this book! It's fun, sexy, corky, and I may love it a little bit more that the first book. It's interesting that I thought the fighting and fucking were some of the best parts, especially when a lot of readers disliked it. The sexual tension was smoking hot! And I do like a great enemies-to-lovers story. Freaking fantastic!!
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