Publisher: Self-Published
Publication date: November 17th 2013
My rating: 3.5 stars
Laurel will do anything to save her Santorini inn from the powerful Damon family, and that includes manipulating Andrew Damon, the man they’ve sent to get her off the property. Andrew might have a reputation for being irresistible to women, but she won’t have any problem resisting him. This is war, after all, and the Damons drew their weapons first.
Andrew has spent most of his life chasing women and wasting time, but he’s determined to do his duty by his family, even if that means ousting an infuriating (and gorgeous) widow from the inn that legally belongs to the Damons. He doesn’t expect to fall for her. And he definitely doesn’t expect to discover that he’s been played.
Playing the Playboy
was the second book in the Heirs of Damon series centering on Andrew, the
carefree “playboy” brother of Harrison.
It was a light, sweet, and entertaining romance.
Laurel is prepared for an all out war with the Damon’s when
they make a claim to her beloved inn in Santorini. She’s willing to use whatever weapon she has,
even if it includes seducing Andrew who is set to arrive and meet with her. Laurel doesn’t realize how affected she’d be
by his charismatic and sweet personality, and soon realizes why so many women
have fallen for him in spite of his reputation.
Andrew is the Damon brother who has skirted most of the
family’s business responsibilities, but with Harrison at odds with their uncle,
he must step in and do his share. When
he meets Laurel he finds she’s not the gold digger woman he thought she was,
marrying someone older just for money.
He also discovers that Laurel feels she has a legitimate claim to the
inn and after getting to know her, Andrew hopes this is true. He hopes at the very least, they can at least
work something out, because he’s come to care about her.
Andrew was a sweetheart, trying to make the best to make a
bad situation. He truly didn’t have a
malicious bone in his body and was quick to make amends when he was in the
wrong. My heart went out to Laurel. Her
life had been anything but easy, but she wasn’t one to wallow in self-pity,
instead she focused on solutions and worked hard for everything she had.
Their romance was touching.
The way Andrew steps up to care for Laurel when she needs it, even when
they’re at odds couldn’t help but win everyone over.
“I liked rescuing you
then. I’ll be happy to dash to the rescue any time you need it.” His words had
been teasing, but as he gazed down at her, a wave of deep desire overwhelmed
him. He wanted to rescue her, from anything that might threaten her. He wanted…her.
While I don’t think this held the same charm as the first
installment, it had a sweet appeal that drew me right in. Noelle Adams creates characters with layers,
depth and likeability, making it easy to connect with Laurel and Andrew, and
root for their HEA.
*Quote taken from an
uncorrected proof and may change in the final copy.
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15 comments:
I haven't heard of this series, but I think I'll start with the first book for sure since it seems to have been slightly better. With companion romance novels, it almost always depends on the couple in question more than the writing or plot line to win me over so while the love story in this book seems sweet, I'm curious about its predecessor even more. Wonderful review, Rachel, and thanks for introducing me to yet another romance novel! ;)
Sometimes, sweet appeal is just what you need. While it wasn't everything you hoped, entertaining and likeable is a good thing!
I have the first book in the series but I haven't read it yet. These books sound like light and romantic books that I need to read in between heavy books. I'm glad you enjoyed this one despite it not living up to the previous book entirely.
Lovely review, Rachel.
This sounds like a perfect in-between read Rachel. Something that's not too serious and may not forever leave it's mark in your memory, but one that entertains and makes you smile nonetheless. I definitely need books like that in my life!
I'm sorry you didn't enjoy this installment as much as the first. I do love the quote you included!
That's great you still enjoyed this one overall. I do like these books that focus on a new character each time. :)
I have never heard of this book before, but at the end of the day it doesn't sound like something I'd love. I mean romance is not generally my genre. I'm glad you enjoyed it overall. Great review, Rachel :)
You're in luck then, Heidi, this is an adult read not a NA. :)
Thanks, Keertana! I really loved the first one, so I hope you do, too! It had sass and charm. :)
Thank you, Tanja. I think it's important to recognize what will work for you as a reader and what won't. :)
Thanks, Nick, I think you'd really enjoy the first one. This one was fun, light and sweet. :)
So true, Mary! :)
Oh, that's disappointing that it didn't hold the same level of charm as the first, but I'm glad to see that the romance was still solid. That's good, at least! Lovely review, Rachel :)
Good to hear it was sweet even if it doesn't have quite same draw as the first
Sounds like I need to check out the first book in the series! But I love when characters have a certain image in their mind of their future love interest and it's immediately shattered. It's so much fun to watch them try to change their perspectives. This one sounds sweet and fun without too much drama.
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