Yet another amazing book by JT Geissinger! What I love about this book the most was its humor! Yes we had the crazy chemistry, attraction and passion but the hilarious banter by kenji and the rest of the crew had me in stitches! And did I mention the crazy turn of events at the end?! Omg! Well worth the wait! You have to get this book!

For some reason I was resistant to reading this book. I mean, I read the synopsis and it sounded good, and I liked the first book of this series, but the second one was not my favorite, so although I was interested, I wasn't sure I would like it. But it totally ended up being my favorite so far! I loved Brody, and I loved how Grace and Brody interacted. It was sweet and funny, and really really hot! And the story was good too. I thought I knew what was happening, but there were still some surprises, and a few twists I didn't see coming. I am so glad I decided to dive in, and I can't wait for the next in the series.

Grace and Brody's story is the latest in the Bad Habit series. Grace was in a terrible car accident when she was young losing her parents and her memory. Afraid that her memory loss might happen again, Grace only believes in living for today, especially when it comes to men. Brody is in the band, Bad Habit, and he has had his share of women but Grace is different. Brody also has a past that he can't forget. These two are a match made by fate and their story is deliciously red hot and sweet at the same time. I love this book!

This has been a difficult review for me to write, my fellow romance book loving friends. Having rated Make Me Sin, book 2 of this series 5 stars, I had high expectations for this book, as well. Though I loved Brody, the sweet, compassionate, guilt ridden, determined, patient, head over heels in love hero, I must confess I had issues with Grace and how this book began.

You see, I’m completely baffled why the author choose to start their romantic journey with such a crass, crude introduction to Grace, our “has slept with countless men” heroine. It would have been more than sufficient to have been told upfront she had past OTT naughty, bad girl behavior, I just didn’t need or want to experience her doing so firsthand with someone other than the hero. Color me crazy, but my idea of a romantic read centers exclusively around the main couple, not a sub-character, especially after they have met and even kissed. During the first 20%, I had so many “Oh, no, she didn’t just say that...do that...or think that!” moments I’m not sure where to start. I wouldn’t condone Grace’s behavior/words if carried out by Brody, so role reversal is certainly no excuse. It all just felt wrong...so wrong. Too crass, too crude, and trying too hard to come across sexy and funny. For me, it felt sleazy. It just wasn’t my idea of of a good way to set the romantic stage for this main couple.

Another misstep was Grace’s derogatory comments regarding religion/church (hypocrites, suppressed sexuality, etc.) felt inappropriate. I don’t care what an author’s faith/religion or lack of it is, but this reviewer does not like to see it incorporated in a romantic read. I certainly hope the last paragraph wasn’t a final parting shot at Catholics who do feel “blessed” by attending church in a beautiful cathedral, use holy water, partake in the sacrament of Communion, etc,

Referring to time spent surfing/on the ocean as a replacement for “church”, well, I’ll leave that for you to decide how you feel about that ideology. Billions of people across the globe will agree reflective, quiet time anywhere (whether as mundane as sitting in your car or at some exceptionally beautiful exotic location) can be restorative to the soul, but they will likely take great exception to making it equivalent, in this case implied far superior to a religious denomination’s traditions/practices. They would argue they are seeking something much more than just a feeling. For me, it felt the author was trying to equate two things that were totally different.

Religion and politics are slippery slopes for author’s to try to incorporate their personal views into romantic reads. There is a reason it is usually best to avoid such topics, even among family and close acquaintances. Here’s to hoping she meant “in addition to” and wasn’t faith slamming the Catholic Church. I couldn’t help but feel it was the latter.

When Marcus wants to keep seeing Grace, because, imagine this, after having lots of sex with her he likes her and would actually like to spend a night with her, not have her bolt for the door as soon as the deed is done, well, she’s not wanting any piece of that action. That is simply not part of her monthly catch and release, non-dating ritual. This coincidentally occurs after Brody makes a sweet gesture of his own, basically begging her to give him a chance. For someone not looking for love, she’s got Brody, Marcus, and even another sub-character infatuated with her. Even more amazing is Brody seems to love her enough for the both of them.

Marcus was proof alone why at first I felt this woman did not seem to deserve the loving of a good man, regardless of her rather unique but bizarre reason for pushing men away. He makes a heart melting, compassionate “I get you and just want a chance to love you” plea that left me thinking, “Brody, who? How could Marcus not be the leading love interest in this story!” Lol I guess it was good news for him he was written as a manho, as he reluctantly but readily did pursue multiple OW soon afterwards. But, guys, he was still making it quite clear she could have him back.

Though the delivery/initial presentation of this heroine did not sit well with me, a switch was flipped and a softer side revealed when she does start dating Brody. I actually began to like her. We finally get to see why Grace feels destined to be alone. Thankfully, romance finally surfaces as these two lovebirds start spending time together, in and out of the sheets. Btw, better brace yourself for the numerous OTT smexy, dirty talking scenes, which included BDSM and phone sex. I’d rate the steaminess as an “X, not just an “R”, folks.

One aspect I highly enjoyed were all the cameo appearances of characters from previous books. I loved seeing their HEAs/lives continue to unfold and how supportive they were of Grace and Brody. While I felt the beginning crossed too many of my personal book character rules of conduct, I am glad I finished the ARC and am keeping my fingers crossed the next book will feature Barney’s HEA. That handsome, protective, quiet, carries sadness in his eyes hunk of a man definitely has me wanting to know more about him.

Rating: If I let my frustration at being given such a crass/crude heroine in the very beginning and what felt like obvious knocks at a particular faith, I would rate this book as a 1 star. However, I’m going to be generous here and account for the fact I liked the main couple when they were actually being a couple so will bump up my overall rating to 3.5 stars.

Title: Sin With Me, Series: Bad Habit (Book 3), Author: J. T. Geissinger, Pages: 384, 4/25/17, stand-alone but part of a series best if read in order, crass/crude behavior by the heroine, trying too hard at first to come across sexy/funny, heroine does sexual stuff with OM, VERY steamy scenes with dirty talk, some graphic BDSM/phone sex, good guy hero, relationship angst, predictable big reveal near the end.

Book 1 - Sweet As Sin (Kat and Nico), 7/14/15, Pages: 386
Book 2 – Make Me Sin (AJ and Chloe), Pages: 400, 1/12/16 - 5 stars
Book 3 - Sin With Me (Grace and Brody), Pages: 384, 4/25/17 Rating - 3 stars

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Wow. This book. Firstly, before I start gushing my love for Sin With Me, I just want to say that I was so happy to have an excuse to re-read the first two books in the series, to remind myself of all the characters and the story so far. Because it does matter. While you could probaby get away with reading Sin With Me as a standalone, you'll get so much more out of it if you read the other two first. The way all the characters connect is important to the storyline, and believe me, you really want to get to know all of them... intimately.
Now, on to Sin With Me. What a story. Romantic, tragic, beautiful... and a ton more adjectives, but I don't want to use them all up at once. The book itself refers to Romeo and Juliet, and star-crossed lovers, with good reason. It's not feuding families that mar Grace and Brody's fate though, it's a past that crosses for reasons that should never have happened. It's two people whose past have changed them immesurable, finding a love they never thought they could have; never thought they deserved. They're both terrified of it, but powerless to resist it.
Grace is one of my favourite characters of the series - she's so clinical, such an ice queen, and a lover of men (and their important appendages), but I always knew that inside she was hiding a squishy, soft side. Brody is the perfect guy to bring it out - he wants to give Grace everything, he lives to make her happy, and his devotion and refusal to give up is both sexy and romantic.
As always, Geissinger gets the balance between romance, sex and angst just right, making for a book that you never want to put down, even after it's finished. I'm already looking forward to re-reading the whole series again. I'm a self-confessed lover of rock star romance, and books like this are exactly why. Thank you, Ms Geissinger, for a wonderful read.

J.T. Geissinger’s third book in her Bad Habit’s series was an amazing read! I have been curious about Grace and Brody’s relationship and how it would transpire since the very beginning. I couldn’t have been happier with the results.

Initially, I wasn’t sure how I would feel about Grace. She’s made no bones about the fact that she doesn’t do commitments and doesn’t believe in refraining from sex for any length of time. However, once Brody determines it’s time to find redemption from past mistakes, he begins to make his intentions known and Grace finds herself falling for the lead guitarist. As Grace’s personal struggles and fears are revealed I understood the decisions she had made in her life. Mrs. Geissinger kept her true to character throughout the whole book, a decision I respected and approved of.

Grace and Brody’s banter was so much fun to read and they just clicked on so many levels. I loved when Brody’s housekeeper Magda entered the picture and showed another quirky side to him. It is a hilarious scene and worth the read for that alone. The chemistry between the hero and heroine was intense, hot and had some serious steam. I knew that Brody’s original deal was going to be blown to kingdom come.

Of course they both have things from their past that they are struggling with and those problems strike them at a time when they are both emotionally down. The result is a nerve-racking journey that I frantically raced through to get to the conclusion.

Some of the scenes with Grace’s present boyfriend at the beginning of the book and the fact that a third party was the one to help clear the air between the H and h at the end resulted in the loss of one star in my rating.

I enjoyed seeing the characters from the previous books and getting a look into some of the things going on in their lives. There is also a great epilogue that leads me to believe we may have another great series on the horizon.

Dual POV
No abuse
Heroine in a temporary relationship prior to being with the hero

ARC provided for an honest review

"It's because you're perfect, but you make me feel like I am."

Being a huge fan of rockstar romance I happened up this author at the beginning of the series. I fell hard and have never looked back. I'm addicted now and can honestly say that her word wizardry has convinced me that I'll read anything she writes in the future, regardless of the subject matter.

Another weakness of mine is broken characters. And in Sin With Me, I got two. The author kept me totally invested from page one as I struggled to mentally put the pieces together to explain the events leading up to their current situation. Their painful pasts and present secrets have kept them on the edge of life, existing but not living the fullness their friends and band members are experiencing. Brody and Grace have been lusting after each other for almost two years. Wanting, but resisting. Both of them a slave to their secrets, feeling as if they don't deserve happiness, unwilling to inflict themselves on someone they care about. Deciding it's best to find their pleasure in the temporary rather than risking their hearts. It worked for them... until it didn't.

It felt so good to be reunited with the girls and the band members again. Their bond is deep and their witty banter is so entertaining. They have each other's backs through thick and thin, and unfortunately for them, there's been a lot of thin in the last few years. Being so close to both Brody and Grace, they suffered with them as they struggled with their issues. And of course, Kenji is still around to provide comedic relief and dramatic flair to lighten the darkest of times. I got sucked right into their lives and was reluctant to turn the last page. Fortunately, I think there are still a few band members with a story to tell and I look forward to reading it. The line forms here...

Sin With Me, (Bad Habit 3),  J.T. Geissinger

Review from Jeannie Zelos book reviews

Genre:  Romance, General Fiction

Another easy to read book in this rock star romance series.
I feel I'm really getting to know the characters now and what I enjoy is seeing those from past books in the current ones, so we keep up to date with their lives, and it really helps that cohesive band book theme.
I love connected books like this, often I'm not ready to say goodbye to favourite characters but I don't want a complete book about them. their story has been told, but its also good to keep up with how its progressing. 

JTG has a way of writing that lets the story flow and tell itself. I hate when authors kind of spoon feed me plots, point out whats obvious again and again, as if I haven't the intelligence to work it out from the trails already set.
The plot(s) here are pretty straightforward and its kind of easy-ish to see how things are going to unfold, or at least the end result, and the fun is working out how JTG is going to get the characters where they need to be. 

I loved Brody and Grace, and trying to work out their secrets but I'd got a rough idea of what was coming by about halfway. They've both got angsty past issues to deal with, and hold secrets deep inside, so deep they don't even really acknowledge them to themselves.
I'm pleased he was a bit younger than her, that makes a change and I love seeing romances this way round, older men and younger ladies are standard, older ladies younger men not so much! 

I enjoyed the band connection, though its a rock band romance only in that the guys belong to a famous band, not that anything connected closely with band stuff is here, no touring, no writing songs, creating music etc.
I also liked the way that keeping the previous characters in and bringing us up to date on them led to some excellent side plots that kept things interesting.
So many books revolve around just one main plot and then everything else is just filler, but here its all relevant to the story of the Band as a whole.

Now I've got further into the books and understand the characters better I'd like to go back and reread the first one, and I think it'd probably be a five star now for me instead of the four star I gave it at the time. 

 Stars: five, a fabulous read, fun romance, interesting mystery(ies) and its good to catch up with other band members.

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