I'm not sure why I'm always choosing books with damn cliffhangers but I have to say I liked this one. Not the cliffhanger the book. Derrick and Blake start off with a lovely interaction, I mean derrick is a bit bit**y but I guess it's only fair since from day one Blake has been a bi***, "What is your problem? Huh? I've been nothing but nice to you, so why the attitude?" "My problem, well, let's see...you stared at me all night at the bar; you stared at me in a room full of people today, you left me a ridiculous tip!" It's like dayum gurl why you bit**ing about him leaving you a nice tip! Landon I'm not to sure what to think about him yea he's flirty and nice but I just don't think he's Blake's 'it' guy you know? "we can share it if you'd like, because I'm the kind of man who doesn't give up easily." Derrick he's always honest (well in most cases) "it means, why don't you come and have lunch with me today and we'll figure it out. Because right now I have to go back to my hotel room and take a cold shower," he says, raising an eyebrow, "and then I have to hurry up and finish the rest of my business so we can have lunch." He's also a naughty boy, "baby, you're killing me. Grip it a little harder and move your hand a little faster," he says through gritted teeth." He's also a cocky little s***, "and just so you know Blake, once you've had a taste of what I can offer you, your body will crave me like a drug addict craves their next hit." Luck of Love is Ashley Poch and Tiffany Aleman's debut novel. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I finished it rather quickly. I could not put it down and I was excited to see what was going to transpire between the characters. Blake Riley hopes to leave her past behind when she left Florida to move to Ocean City, New Jersey and attend Rowan University. Blake has been living a VERY secluded life and she doesn't like when people invade her personal space. Blake has built walls to protect herself. She has distanced herself from everyone since she was twelve and she isn't quite sure how to let anyone inside those walls. In fact, the only two people who Blake allows in are her two best friends, Rachel and Dean. Rachel and Dean are the only two people who know why Blake is the way she is. Dean is a great friend and VERY supportive. He is always there for Blake and loves her like a sister. "When I was twelve, someone stole all those dreams of normal from me." ~ BlakeWhile Blake is bar tending at Frankie's, a gorgeous guy walks in and catches Blake's attention immediately. "His denim jeans have that pre-wash effect going on and match perfectly with his white button-up shirt covering his broad shoulders. His rolled sleeves stop at his elbows displaying the corded muscles in his forearms. I know he's not from around here. Most people in this town do not dress or look like him. He's tall, lean and the most attractive damn I've ever seen. He has dark brown hair and when he combs his fingers through it, I can see a slight wave in it. A small piece falls forward, resting on his forehead. The slight bump in his nose lets me know it has been broken at some point in his life. His lips, oh his lips, are perfect. The bottom one is fuller than the top, and they look perfectly mesmerizing and succulent. Mmm..I would love to feel those lips on mine. Wait. What? Where did that just come from? I shouldn't be having these thoughts." ~ BlakeDerrick has the most intense color of hazel eyes that Blake has ever seen. As Derrick and Blake stare each other down, you can feel the chemistry immediately. While attending a seminar at Rowan University, the guest speaker is announced and Blake's jaw drops, when Derrick James is announced and he enters to stage. Immediately she recognizes him. Derrick is thirty-two years old and he is the CEO of Atlantic Knights Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey.Then there is Dean's friend, Landon. Landon comes to hang out with Dean and spend the night, so he doesn't have to commute back to New York City after a night of drinking. Landon is an attorney in New York City. Blake is trying to be friendly with Landon because he is Dean's friend and she trusts Dean's judgment in people. Landon is drop dead gorgeous. Landon's eyes are blue as the clear blue sky. He is tall, very muscular and has sandy blonde hair. Blake finds Landon attractive and the feeling is mutual on Landon's part. However, Blake decides it would be nice to have another friend and she enjoys Landon's company, so she wants to keep their relationship strictly "friends".Derrick begins to frequent Frankie's Bar, just to see Blake and has his mind set on gaining Blake's trust. There is something about Blake that draws Derrick to her. After an incident at Frankie's, Blake lets her guard down and allows Derrick in. As they begin to spend time together and get to know each other, Blake realizes that she is falling hard for Derrick. "I like you Blake, a lot. You're sweet, feisty and smart. I like being around you and I am so damn attracted to you. I've never met someone like you before. I want to give whatever this is, " I say pointing between the both of us, "a chance. I want to see where it can go because I think we could be good together." ~ DerrickBlake is scared that she will mess things up because she has never been in a relationship."Will you try, for me? Will you give us a chance? I promise that we'll both make mistakes, but as long as we're honest with each other, we can work through it. As long as we don't hide things from one another, this can work." ~ DerrickDean warns Landon that Blake is not like most girls and he will not stand by and watch her get hurt. Landon tries to keep his feelings at bay, but he is drawn to Blake. There is just something special about her and he can not stop thinking about her. While spending time with Dean and Landon, Blake finds that she is also beginning to develop feelings for Landon. After a night of drinking, Landon and Blake find themselves crossing their "friendship" status. Will Blake be honest and tell Derrick about Landon? Will Derrick be able to forgive Blake?Blake finds herself torn between two men. Lines begin to cross, and relationships may be broken. Could Blake be falling in love with both, Derrick and Landon? Will Landon back off once he knows that Blake is in a relationship? Can Landon win Blake's heart? Will Derrick be able to keep Blake's heart?Blake finds herself in a VERY sticky situation. Derrick and Landon are both sweethearts. I was torn between the two and I didn't want to see either men get hurt. I wish one of them was a jerk, so I didn't have to love them both. Throughout the book, my heart broke for Blake for what she endured as a child and I wanted her to have happiness as an adult. One thing I enjoyed the most was seeing Blake trust Derrick and open up to him about her past. The only thing I did not like about Luck of Love was the MAJOR CLIFFHANGER... I HATE CLIFFHANGERS!!!! However, the cliffhanger did not change my feelings about the book. I am very pleased that I read it and the cliffhanger just left me wanting more. It just sucks that I have to wait till August to get the 2nd book in the series. I hope you ladies write FAST !!! Great job, I commend the two of you on writing a great debut novel !!! I received an ARC for an honest review.
What do You think about Luck Of Love (2000)?
Great book, keeps you interested all the way to the end. Can not wait for the sequel.
—samathaas
4 stars Review to come during Blog tour stop ARC coming :)
—parecekz
