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La storia di Cassandra e Damien è veloce, intensa, erotica, e intrigante. I due si conosco tramite una passione che hanno in comune. L'arte. Più precisamente l'arte erotica. Cassandra è un'esperta e Damien è un collezionista e un tramite, o così sembra.

Lui la contatta per restaurare alcuni quadri per un suo cliente che vuole rimanere anonimo. Ma il lavoro non va come sembra e una sera lei si fa picchiare e finisce in ospedale. La trama a questo punto si infittisce! È i problemi di famiglia vengono scoperti ed esposti alla luce del sole. Ma l’amore trionfa sempre.

La trama senza spoiler sarebbe questa! Un libro breve che si legge facilmente con scene molto sexy, ed eccitanti. Dalla trama mi aspettavo più azione, più suspense, e invece mi sono trovata una storia d’amore con veramente poco sviluppo. L’autrice si è focalizzata sulla storia erotica tralasciando il mistero dei quadri rubati e tutta la storia con vero potenziale di Damien e dello pseudo amico di suo padre!

Non lo reputo un libro da buttare via, ma neanche un libro che mi rimarrà in mente per molto. Mi dispiace dargli 3 stelle, ma l’ansia che pensavo esserci è durata forse due secondi.
Un libro breve, che va letto per le scene di sesso, ma null’altro. Non vi aspettate qualcosa di straordinario perché non ci sarà…

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Great plot, i loved the art side of the writing, found it really interesting. Cassandra and Damien were hard to put down and I thought it was entertaining and enjoyable. Thank you.

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This book was pretty good. It definitely held my attention and I’ll be checking out the author’s other books.

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They both needed one another. He needed her to restore several paintings and she needed him to save her art studio. A time frame of 6 weeks and both would achieve what they wanted. Will they keep things strictly business or will the lines begin to blur into something else. Great story and the beginning of a new series.

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An artist/restorer gets a visit by yet another “billionaire sexiest man alive,” who takes her to dinner with the promise of a big job. Of course she falls in lust with him, and though he can have any woman he wants—and usually does—he thinks she’s perfect for him.
I’m sure you’ve heard all that before. As for the surrounding plot, it involves the billionaire’s family, and his arrogance drags her into danger. . . but you’ve heard that before too.
The writing itself was pretty good, and I enjoyed the art talk. There could have been a little more on the restoration process, but it’s okay if the author didn’t want to take a chance on being boring. I liked the main female character, but not as much as I usually do in these kinds of stories. The male lead was as douchy as they always are in these stories.
All in all, it was fine, but not particularly memorable. I’d label it a missed opportunity; more could have been done here, or at least slightly deviating from the overdone norm.

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Damien and Cassandra had explosive chemistry. He has stolen artwork to save his father from kidnappers. Cassandra has been hired to restore the artwork, not knowing it is stolen. A steamy, sexy read that I enjoyed and recommend.

I received a copy of this book via Netgalley and am leaving a review.

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The first book in the series and what a great start. I loved the setting and characters. The storyline was easy to follow and kept you wanting to read on. Hot & Sexy chemistry, with just enough twist to keep you hanging on. Love this story!!

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I enjoyed this book, not as much as I thought I would. I am a sucked for books containing smut, this book contained some smut as well as crime. I wasn't sure what to expect going into this book, with that in mind it was a decent read. I probably would never reread, but I did enjoy my time reading it. I will definitely check out more of Marie Booths books as well.

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I loved this book. If there’s ever one that has an artist in it I’m all over it! I think they add an extra something to the story.

I was able to read this book in one sitting. I couldn’t put the book down. Cassandra and Damien story was really captivating.

Damien is a former art thief. When his father gets kidnapped, he has to steal an exotic collection of art just to get his father back.

The paintings that he has to get need to be restored so he contacts Cassandra to fix them.

I found these characters to be very likeable. The sex was good. I didn’t think it was over done. Or to unrealistic.

“I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.” Thank you to Netgalley for the opportunity

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This was my ideal book! A romance beginning of course with will they/won't they and ending with an HEA. There is also an interesting and exciting side to the art works involved which Damian has stolen and needs to urgently repair as his father is being held hostage. I loved this book and would recommend it to anyone looking for an exciting and erotic read. I was given this book by NetGalley and the publisher. This is my voluntary and impartial review.

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I thought the art aspect of this book was unique and made for a different kind of romance story. The crime/mystery aspect created a fast paced and overall enjoyable read.

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I liked this story how Damien a wealthy collector seeks out Cassandra who was a skilled art conservator to help in getting his sick father back. His father was kidnapped due to not helping with a thief that went wrong and the friend retaliated. Although Damien was going through so much he did fall for Cassie who happened to be a match for him. He may have been an alpha male, however Cassie was able to soften him a some. I think I'll be reading more from this author. This book was an interesting read.

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What a read! The appeal of the whole playing hard to get scenario and the thirst and anticipation of the male thirsting for some action from his associate. That would be enough to drive anyone insane in this world. I commend the author on an great novel and hope that people find it as fulfilling a read as I have. Enjoy!

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Damien, a wealthy collector, must hire a skilled art conservator who can do quality work in a hurry. His father’s in danger and the stolen collection must be delivered in pristine condition in six weeks time. Fortunately, Cassandra Strand is more than qualified, and not simply for the job. Cassandra’s spirit and beauty are driving him mad and Damien isn’t one to ignore an opportunity. If he can only convince her to take the job.Cassie’s put everything she’s had into keeping her art studio up and running, but money is tight and her family is anything but supportive. When I started reading I couldn't put it down I read the book in one day.Marie is magnifysent writer.I cannot wait to read more of there books.Keep up the great work.You should definitely read this book.

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This one was a shocker. I didn't expect the intensity level to be so high. This is now, without a single doubt, one of my favourites.

Damien and Cassandra are truly a match made in heaven. She's an art restorer and he's an art thief...the irony of their positions was one of the book's major highlights. I also loved the fact that he has a great relationship with his dad.
This was truly an excellent piece of work. Thank you

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