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Miles and Torris....wow this book had me hooked from the very first page. I will be reading more from this author. Took me awhile to read but Thanks Netgalley for the Arc

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I used to read this author often so when I seen I had this one in I went. Having read the ones before this I had forgotten how good this series was. This was not the two in the series but still ones to capture our attention. Tori and Miles take us on a spin giving us the drama we deserve that is reserved for them. I did like him more than her but could be her complaining. He was hot enough for the both.

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Hot and passionate connection between enemies to lovers Miles and Tori. This is Chloe’s (the heroine from the first 3 books in this series) brother, Miles, and her best friend, Tori’s story. Tori is trying to put her party girl ways behind her (drinking too much, sleeping with lots of losers, letting daddy pay for everything), but one of those losers releases a sex tape that Tori didn’t even know he filmed. She is being called a slut and a whore, and her daddy disowns her and throws her out of the condo he pays for without any shoes. Luckily, Chloe’s house is sort of close, so she heads there. Unfortunately, Chloe is in San Francisco and her brother, Miles, is staying there. Tori doesn’t like him because she thinks he should’ve taken better care of Chloe when their parents treated Chloe horribly (read about that in the first 3 books). Tori doesn’t have a choice though because she has nothing. These two argue and get on each other’s nerves, but they are attracted to each other, so the steamy chemistry quickly turns to more. It’s great that Tori realizes that she needs to change her ways and become more self sufficient. Miles is domineering, but he learns from his mistakes. It’s great how supportive and protective he is of Tori, but he does need to be more aware of how his actions affect others. I love that Tori calls him out when he needs to be. Tori needs to work on her self-worth, but her bratty moments are understandable since she’s dealing with the fallout of the sex tape; the media doesn’t really want the truth, they want what sells. I would’ve liked a bit more action to the story; especially in the ending, but I was entertained.

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Miles and Torris....wow this book had me hooked from the very first page. I will be reading more from this author. Thanks Netgalley for the Arc

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Tori heard Stephan ask “ So how rough do you like your sex?” Stephan was a mild mannered accountant by day and apparently closet BDSM enthusiast by night. They were only twenty minutes into their first date and it was also a blind date. He also added he was into blood play. Ti=ori felt this was what you got for trying to clean up her act. Than he mentioned breathe play which involved choking and tori excused herself to go to the bathroom. Tomorrow will be soon enough to clean up- if Tori was over the trauma of this dinner by than. Tori walked past by the bathroom to the kitchen. She went from the kitchen to the back door. Once Tori gets home she remembers she was suppose to stop by her neighbor/long time friend Kathy's as it was her engagement party. Tori had helped plan the party. Tori tries to head to the bar but just doesn’t get there as she keeps getting stopped by people who had wanted to catch up as Tori has known a lot of the guests since she was in diapers. Since she pulled a disappearing act the last couple of months didn’t go by unnoticed. Tori had been a party girl living off her trust fund. But now she has graduated form college and wants to get a job and act more responsible. Tori didn’t want to explain to them she had avoided them while trying to clean up her life. After three drinks someone took the fourth one out of her hands and lead her to the dance floor. Than Tori finds out it is Chloe’s- her best friends - brother Miles. Girard and her arch nemesis as she blames him for what he had been involved in centering around Chloe. Miles had walked away form his million dollar company when he found out his parents used his sisters blood money as start up capital. Tori had been raped in H S and the boys parents gave her parents money for not going to the police. Miles thinks Tori is a gorgeous mess even if she hates him. Most nights she would never allow him to touch her. The fact she is so pliable concerns Miles. Miles had watched her since Tori had got off the elevator. He knows something is wrong but she won’t tell him. The second clue that something was wrong Tori doesn’t say anything to Miles even after she’s wrapped in his arms. Normally Tori is a mouthy thing. This makes Miles worry. Miles had people always looking at him as strange his whole life and he’s been the absent minded genius with the too weird ideas for as long as he can remember and he’s not about to change now. Tori talks to her ex that night and he wants to hook up but Tori says no. Her ex is an up and coming actor who cant handle any rejection he released a sex tape form when they were together. Tori may say she hates Miles but she is attracted to him and he to her. Her father sees the sex tape. Tori ends up disowned by her family. Her father kicks her out of her house with a few clothes and no shoes or money.Tori’s father embarrasses Tori by implying she bought this on herself. it was her fault. So Tori has nowhere to go and ends up at Chloe’s husband’s -Ethan- beach house. So she must stay there until she figures things out. Miles protects Tori from her family as well as the media. He worked hard to get Tori’s sex tape taken off the net. Miles works for ethan now- Chloe's husband.
I really liked this book. But there were some things I didn’t like. I really liked that Tori stood up for herself and fought for herself. I didn’t like how Tori’s father wasn’t there for her when she needed him. Instead he turns his back on her and disowns her and kicks her out with basically nothing. This has some hot sex scenes. It angers me there is still a double standard between men and women to this day. I advise you to read all the books in this series in order for a smoother read. I did get annoyed at Tori at times, I really liked the characters and the ins and outs of this book and I recommend it.

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I was looking forward to reading this one as I had read all of the Ethan Frost novels by Tracy Wolff. In this fourth book of this series we finally get to meet MIles Gerard, Chloe's genius brother. MIles runs into Tori, Chloe's best friend at a party and after some things go wrong for Tori, they end up being house guests in the one of EThan Frost's homes...together. .These two have a lot of explaining to do to each other because they have authored narratives that could not be any further from the truth. But these two are not without issues of their own and with one thing after another, this story will have you on an emotional roller coaster.

I digress. I enjoyed the cameos by Chloe and Ethan, but there were parts of the story that lulled and stalled and did not achieve the desired dramatic effect. I will give this read 3-stars and would recommend that you go our and read Flawed by Tracy Wolff for yourself. particularly if you have read the first three books of this series.,

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Flawed is a funny, sexy, wicked good time. The story flows very smoothly and the dialogue (inner and outer) is done perfectly. The way the relationship evolves, from hate to tolerance to love is awesome. I enjoyed seeing how Miles and Tori grew, not only into themselves but into a sizzling couple. I, also, liked that when I read this I didn't feel lost at all, being book #4 in the Ethan Frost series. I enjoy Tracy Wolff's writing and you can bet I'll be reading more in the future.

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Oh Em Geee! Could it get any better than this? A nerd and the smart-mouth bad girl? Tori is spinning out of control and she knows it and Chloe has offered her place to stay but little does she know Miles is already staying there. There is a fine line between love and hate and these two certainly know that line and cross it constantly. Will they ignite or combust? This was a fast-paced read and thoroughly satisfying. Definitely a keeper and recommended. This can be read as a standalone.

**Received this ARC for review from the publisher via NetGalley**

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LOVED this enemies to lovers romance! I am a huge fan of this trope and this book did not disappoint!! I loved the banter between the characters! The storyline was funny, sexy and addicting!! I highly recommend this book!

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Truly a touching story in my eyes. The "black sheep" factor of Tori's story tugged at my heart strings. Feeling like you're never quite worthy; or that you're not quite sure where you fit in, is a story line that fits right in with my own. Tracy Wolff really made this story come to life playing on Tori's emotional turmoil. For me, when I can relate to someone in a book, it's fuel for my fire to find out where it's all going. Flawed did that for me. The scenarios presented in the book, while are extreme in nature, provide the perfect storm to display the mess that has become Tori's life. It places her best friends right where they belong to help her on her painful journey to self discovery. And in this process, her best friend's brother although considered a repugnant figure to her, becomes an unexpected source of comfort. This story hits just right on all cylinders. Tracy Wolff continues this series perfectly, and without any bumps in the road. I absolutely love this story.

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Tori is a spoiled socialite who is thinking of leaving her partying ways behind her when a sex tape of her with a famous actor is released. She is branded a whore and grilled in the media. Her dad has had enough and kicks her out of her apartment and cuts her off financially. Tori then escapes to a friend's house and the the remainder of the book is going back and forth between her feeling sorry for herself and not wanting any help. I had a hard time relating to Tori and her problems were all of her own making, yet everyone feels so bad for her and helps her despite the lack of appreciation. I didn't get her and Miles being a couple since she seemed to turn to him for emotional support and he wanted to be the light in shining armor. There wasn't really any love. This was the first book I have read in the series, and maybe if I read the first three books it would make more sense.

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Tori is kicked out of her house by her father, so she decides to stay at her best friend’s house since they are out of town. However she didn’t expect to see Chloe’s brother, Miles, living there as well. Tori and Miles to say the least cannot stand each other. But when Tori’s ex decides to post a sex tape of him and Tori online, she enlists Miles help. He is a tech genius. As they are thrown together, Tori realize Miles isn’t such a bad man. Soon they go from hatred for each other to love. There is this insta love. Overall I liked the book and will continue to read books by this author. Her books are well written.

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Flawed, perhaps, but definitely a keeper. Absolutely entertaining, I enjoyed this story referred to me by Netgalley. This is/was a new to me, author, therefore I hadn't read the previous stories in this series. I didn't consider that problematic as the lead in provided a clear introduction to the main character.
Tori is from a high profile family and has just completed college. She doesn't have a strong family support system and has been more than a bit of a 'wild child'. Tori is a bit at loose ends trying to figure out where exactly she fit when a sex tape filmed without her knowledge or permission was published online by her ex-boyfriend. He was a minor movie star motivated by both his desire for the publicity and anger when Tori refused to hook up with him. Her father was irate was learned of the film and immediately cut her off financially and kicked her out of her apartment without shoes or belongings. Tori's best friend Chloe came to the rescue and helped her get away from the paparazzi and stay at her apartment. She didn't mention that her rather reclusive brother, Miles, was living there. Miles and Tori had a long-standing extremely contentious relationship but it didn't take Miles long to realize that Tori needed him and he needed her. The author is liberal with the intimacy that quickly becomes more than physical.
I loved Tori's description of the story behind her dandelion tattoo and provides a look into her psyche. "I've always admired the resilience, the determination, of dandelions. They're weeds that don't just grow but thrive where they're not wanted. They put down roots and grow a beautiful yellow flower that's impossible to ignore. And then, when they're ready - and only when they're ready - they more on, on their terms."
Together Miles and Tori find a sort of synergy and manage the secrets and troubles to come.

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Wolff's Ethan Frost series was phenomenal and Flawed was a great addition with side characters. My only issue with this book was the heroine Tori. Otherwise - it was a fabulous continuous of this great series.

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Miles and Tori have a chemistry that leaps off the page and sears your heart.
finding her self in a scandal that forces her family to cut her off Tori runs to her friends house to ride it out. She doesn't expect to see Miles there and even less expect him to help her.
A story of love and passion, and uncovering a hidden attraction that binds them to one another. Hot and sexy this book will leave it's mark on you.

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This is a really good contemporary romance that had me captivated from the start. It has great characters, an interesting storyline, and a wonderful romance. When Tori is disowned by her family, she is shocked to see that it is the man who has been her adversary for years, Miles Girard, who has her back. He is the brother of her best friend, Chloe, and when Tori goes to stay at her place, Miles is in residence there. He is very supportive of Tori in this tough time, and the antagonistic relationship they've had suddenly turns into a romance.

This is one I'd recommend to readers who enjoy a good contemporary romance.

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This book claims to be the fourth in the “Ethan Frost” series but trust me you don’t need to read any of the other books in the series to read this one. I read like two of the Ethan Frost books and I’m positive you don’t need to read those first. In even better news, if you had gotten really sick of the Ethan Frost books like I was, this book has a totally new storyline to offer so you can judge it on its own merit.

This is the story of Chloe and Miles. Chloe has hated Miles because he is the brother of her best friend and Chloe doesn’t know all the details of that relationship. Chloe made some assumptions about Miles that just weren’t true. Miles’ reaction was pretty predictable. If you treat a guy like you hate him, he’s likely to hate you back. In addition, Chloe is a recovering party girl who was very sexually free. Chloe always thought she was just partying but in this book she has to face some hard truths about herself and the choices she made.

Chloe and Miles are thrown together when Chloe’s past come’s back to hunt her and she has to flee to her best friend’s house where Miles is also staying. And that’s where the fun starts. Let me just first say that Chloe got a raw deal in every sense of the expression. If you don’t feel sorry for her then you just don’t feel at all. The way Chloe’s father treated her was particularly egregious. I did like that the author made the connection between the way Chloe’s father treated her and the treatment she expected from men. As for Miles, he is trying to make up for the past when he felt like he didn’t do enough to protect his sister. So Chloe is in need of some protecting and Miles is just the guy to give it to her.

There is no small amount of angst in this book. The couple is locked in a war of Chloe feeling the need to figure things out for herself and Miles wanting to give her everything she never got from a man. And in between all that, the two can’t decide if they want to screw each other or slap each other. I liked Chloe and Miles together and I enjoyed their story. The chemistry is there with this couple from the beginning and the way Miles tries to fix Chloe’s effed up life is everything you could want in a man.

I was mildly annoyed by Chloe sometimes. Her need to do it on her own when she didn’t have a pot to piss in just really got under my skin. Heroines who won’t accept help when they clearly need it is one of my personal pet peeves. All that aside, this is a pretty good contemporary romance with some twists and turns and a couple you will be rooting for.

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It's worth noting that I have not read any other stories in series, however I think the book can be read as a standalone although I think it would have been better if the other books in the series are read before this one.

Loved Tori's attitude and determination; her humor especially in the beginning of the book was refreshing. I felt Miles' guilt for what had happened in the past, but I feel like the issue was never resolved between Tori and Miles. Perhaps this the downfall of having not read the previous books in the series but by the end of the book it felt like the issue was unresolved.

I also struggled feeling the connection between Tori and Miles especially near the end.

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I hated Miles Girard. This book made me LOVE him. He's sweet, geeky, sexy, and fierce all at once! A great book!

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