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Sexy Berkeley
A long-distance relationship with a hot American businessman is the last thing on Beatrice Hart's mind when the day from hell ends with her drink-booking a last minute escape to glamorous Southern California.
With Bea's firm belief that long distance never works, will she ever consider that that an exhilarating introduction at 35,000 feet could lead to anything more than a steamy holiday romance?
Daniel Berkeley is the irresistible, delectable, smoking hot bachelor, determined to make it happen.
With Bea's firm belief that long distance never works, will she ever consider that that an exhilarating introduction at 35,000 feet could lead to anything more than a steamy holiday romance?
Daniel Berkeley is the irresistible, delectable, smoking hot bachelor, determined to make it happen.
368 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 24, 2013
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A long-distance relationship with a hot American businessman is the last thing on Beatrice Hart's mind when the day from hell ends with her drink-booking a last minute escape to glamorous Southern California.
With Bea's firm belief that long distance never works, will she ever consider that that an exhilarating introduction at 35,000 feet could lead to anything more than a steamy holiday romance?
Daniel Berkeley is the irresistible, delectable, smoking hot bachelor, determined to make it happen.
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September 22, 2013
I was hoping for a light afternoon read but this was a bit too much for me.
I think that some books can have very weak or bad plotlines but save themselves by having dynamite character chemistry or snappy dialogue. This book had the chemistry in spades but the dialgoue was horrifically over-zealous, cheesy, dramatic and flat. I hate when every sentence has the character name in it, just in case we've forgotten who they're talking to:
"That is good tea Daniel." "Thank you, Bea!" "Isn't it good Tilly?" "Bea, Luke and I love this tea, thanks Daniel!"
OH. MY. GOD. Does that grate after a while.
The constant repitition of 'but this relationship is impossible, but SO FREAKING GOOD' - drove me insane, as though it was supposed to be creating tension but just not...
Definitely wouldn't recommend.
I think that some books can have very weak or bad plotlines but save themselves by having dynamite character chemistry or snappy dialogue. This book had the chemistry in spades but the dialgoue was horrifically over-zealous, cheesy, dramatic and flat. I hate when every sentence has the character name in it, just in case we've forgotten who they're talking to:
"That is good tea Daniel." "Thank you, Bea!" "Isn't it good Tilly?" "Bea, Luke and I love this tea, thanks Daniel!"
OH. MY. GOD. Does that grate after a while.
The constant repitition of 'but this relationship is impossible, but SO FREAKING GOOD' - drove me insane, as though it was supposed to be creating tension but just not...
Definitely wouldn't recommend.
June 11, 2013
oh goodness that was a super hot love story after a couple of lines had me smiling :) and man Daniel what a hotie sexy sexy Berkeley and bea cool chick. This was a feel good story for me so much passion the chemistry between Daniel & bea was off the charts with a happy ending no cliffhangers here ;) but it is a series and I cannot wait for book 2 Tilly's & Luke's story plz dani Lovell don't keep us waiting too long!! I too recommend this book left me totally satisfy and smiling. Happy readings
June 29, 2014
Ok so I totally liked this book despite the "I love you more" and the "no, I love YOU more" crap between the two main characters. It's a happy, angst-free (despite the heroine's best attempts to make it angsty) read. Lovell could have reduced the length of this novel significantly with the help of a good editor. Overall, though, there is decent chemistry, love scenes are okay, and it's a happy story.
June 12, 2013
So why did I buy this book? Oh yeah the cover hehe. Bea that girl is something else entirely, "I was clinging onto the back of the seat, f-ing and blinding myself, and he grabbed my hand and held it until I relaxed a bit. I was kind of, oblivious to whoever it was, and just grateful that I had someone to cling onto!" That girl just speaks what pops in her damn mind and sometimes it's so entertaining but then you feel sorry that she blurted something embarrassing, "you're, um, smoking hot. I have a uncontrollable urge to kiss you right now, however, I'm not sure that would do much to help the camping situation in your trousers." And Daniel I just loved him there was nothing he did that I didn't love, "cross my heart, baby. Please, please look after yourself, I want you in once piece when I come for you." I loved this book!
September 14, 2014
* I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.*
This debut novel by author Dani Lovell, was fantastic! It had me laughing, crying and cheering on Daniel and Bea. It was sexy, without being overly raunchy, funny, romantic and a little sad at times. The author pulls you into Bea, Clare & Tilly's friendship making you feel like you have been friends with them forever. I felt like I had known those girls for years. I felt like I was reading about my own girlfriends and I. Daniel, oh Daniel...what can I say? He was sexy as hell, without being cocky about it and very sweet/likeable from the beginning. I was prepared for him to be like most men in romance novels you read nowadays but he was a breath of fresh air. Kind, gentle/sweet (when needed), funny and down right naughty when the moment was right. The banter between Bea and Daniel was amusing. It's what really pulled me into the story. I enjoyed how they genuinely enjoyed being around each other, even when there was no naughtiness involved. Usually, when I read a book and the main characters are head over heels for each other right away, it puts me off. In Bea and Daniel's case it just works.The chemistry between them is so tangible and believable.There were a few times that Daniel's dialect slipped to being more British, when he was born and raised in America; But that did not take away from the story. The storyline is easy to follow and the author's writing reminds me of books I've read by Sophie Kinsella and Miriam Keyes. I also enjoyed the ending bit with Tilly's thoughts Luke and her. It was a bit of a cliffhanger (their "story" is kind of a side plot to the main story) but I'm excited to learn more about what is going to happen in the next novel. It was so much more than just an "erotic novel." It would be a fantastic beach read and I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for light, fast paced, fun read
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This debut novel by author Dani Lovell, was fantastic! It had me laughing, crying and cheering on Daniel and Bea. It was sexy, without being overly raunchy, funny, romantic and a little sad at times. The author pulls you into Bea, Clare & Tilly's friendship making you feel like you have been friends with them forever. I felt like I had known those girls for years. I felt like I was reading about my own girlfriends and I. Daniel, oh Daniel...what can I say? He was sexy as hell, without being cocky about it and very sweet/likeable from the beginning. I was prepared for him to be like most men in romance novels you read nowadays but he was a breath of fresh air. Kind, gentle/sweet (when needed), funny and down right naughty when the moment was right. The banter between Bea and Daniel was amusing. It's what really pulled me into the story. I enjoyed how they genuinely enjoyed being around each other, even when there was no naughtiness involved. Usually, when I read a book and the main characters are head over heels for each other right away, it puts me off. In Bea and Daniel's case it just works.The chemistry between them is so tangible and believable.There were a few times that Daniel's dialect slipped to being more British, when he was born and raised in America; But that did not take away from the story. The storyline is easy to follow and the author's writing reminds me of books I've read by Sophie Kinsella and Miriam Keyes. I also enjoyed the ending bit with Tilly's thoughts Luke and her. It was a bit of a cliffhanger (their "story" is kind of a side plot to the main story) but I'm excited to learn more about what is going to happen in the next novel. It was so much more than just an "erotic novel." It would be a fantastic beach read and I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for light, fast paced, fun read
Disclaimer: This review was done in conjunction with Nerd Girl Official. For more information regarding our reviews, please visit our Fansite: www.facebook.com/NerdGirl.Ng
June 20, 2013
I wish I met a Daniel on the plane when I went to America!!!
Daniel is HOT, and not afraid to chase after the instant connection he feels with Bea. He's super sweet, and loves spoiling her, even when they know their time together is limited.
Daniel did everything he could to spoil Bea and make their time together memorable and try to make the most of their short time together; but Bea got a bit annoying when she kept bringing up the fact that she would be leaving soon..
Loved how they worked things out in the end. Can't wait to read the next book about Tilly and Luke!
Daniel is HOT, and not afraid to chase after the instant connection he feels with Bea. He's super sweet, and loves spoiling her, even when they know their time together is limited.
Daniel did everything he could to spoil Bea and make their time together memorable and try to make the most of their short time together; but Bea got a bit annoying when she kept bringing up the fact that she would be leaving soon..
Loved how they worked things out in the end. Can't wait to read the next book about Tilly and Luke!
June 13, 2013
Cute story. Enjoyed it. Loved Bea and Daniel. Can't wait for Luke and Tilly story.
March 7, 2015
I was close to DNFing but I stuck with it...
This novel kinda pissed me off. It was so damn repetitive. Plus you wanted to smack the heroine around a couple of times.
This novel kinda pissed me off. It was so damn repetitive. Plus you wanted to smack the heroine around a couple of times.
September 12, 2013
Refreshing...this HAS to be the feel good read of the summer! No tortured long drawn out story.
I loved the chemistry of Daniel and Bea the writing was so spot on with these two. I don't know about the rest of you but YES, my husband talks to me like that, and I love it. He calls me Baby, tells me I am beautiful and that he loves me multiple times a day. So if that was what bothered you about the book, I feel sorry for you.
The gut wrenching feeling of leaving someone you have fallen for was written like Ms. Lovell had first hand experience with this. I have lived it and let me tell you she nailed it.
The story had me laughing, smiling, crying and left me feeling happy. I LOVED THAT... often we get these cliffhangers and I HATE that.
I am would gladly recommend this book, as a matter of fact I have to many friends and family.
She left us with a finish and the set up for Luke and Tilly's story and I am very excited to get my hands on it...
also, I must add, I really enjoyed the British humor and use of terms.
LOVE IT!
I loved the chemistry of Daniel and Bea the writing was so spot on with these two. I don't know about the rest of you but YES, my husband talks to me like that, and I love it. He calls me Baby, tells me I am beautiful and that he loves me multiple times a day. So if that was what bothered you about the book, I feel sorry for you.
The gut wrenching feeling of leaving someone you have fallen for was written like Ms. Lovell had first hand experience with this. I have lived it and let me tell you she nailed it.
The story had me laughing, smiling, crying and left me feeling happy. I LOVED THAT... often we get these cliffhangers and I HATE that.
I am would gladly recommend this book, as a matter of fact I have to many friends and family.
She left us with a finish and the set up for Luke and Tilly's story and I am very excited to get my hands on it...
also, I must add, I really enjoyed the British humor and use of terms.
LOVE IT!
August 6, 2013
Dani Lovell Sexy Berkeley
One of the best books I have read in a long time. The book is very well written and has great detail. You fall in love with the characters straight away. Although you expect the ending you get, you really don't see it happening. I had this book on my Kindle for a while before I got round to reading it, now I wish I had read it straight away. I can't wait for the next book. I will be downloading it straight away. Thank you to Dani Lovell for this great book.
One of the best books I have read in a long time. The book is very well written and has great detail. You fall in love with the characters straight away. Although you expect the ending you get, you really don't see it happening. I had this book on my Kindle for a while before I got round to reading it, now I wish I had read it straight away. I can't wait for the next book. I will be downloading it straight away. Thank you to Dani Lovell for this great book.
June 24, 2013
A nice love story with a bunch of sex.
I was a bit confused by how the book begins only because it is written in first person and it was hard to follow Bea's train of thought initially. But once it got going I was hooked. The encounter on the plan was packed with humor and sexual tension.
Daniel comes across extremely sexy (as the title indicates) and the story progresses nicely from the time he and Bea meet. I felt that the story began to stal about 60% of the way through and the repetition caused me to skim a bit. The story picked up again about 80% through but sadly at that point Bea's repetitive dialogue kind of overshadowed everything else. Now having said that I believe this was a first novel & self published. I'm not sure if it went through an editor but lots of the things I found distracting could easily be cleaned up. The author has a talent for creating interesting characters and a good story.
I was a bit confused by how the book begins only because it is written in first person and it was hard to follow Bea's train of thought initially. But once it got going I was hooked. The encounter on the plan was packed with humor and sexual tension.
Daniel comes across extremely sexy (as the title indicates) and the story progresses nicely from the time he and Bea meet. I felt that the story began to stal about 60% of the way through and the repetition caused me to skim a bit. The story picked up again about 80% through but sadly at that point Bea's repetitive dialogue kind of overshadowed everything else. Now having said that I believe this was a first novel & self published. I'm not sure if it went through an editor but lots of the things I found distracting could easily be cleaned up. The author has a talent for creating interesting characters and a good story.
June 10, 2013
I loved this book, it had lots a fun and sexy stuff in it and was tasteful as well. Oh to find Mr. Perfect on a Cross Atlantic Airplane flight ;)
Bea and Daniel were so lovable and you can't not hope for them to work it out in the end.
I am so looking forward to the next book about Tilly and Luke, love their characters as well. I can not wait to see how Dani Lovell builds and evolves all the characters,I can see a 3rd book potential with Bea's friend Clare as well.
This is a great summer read, make sure you have plenty a time to get lost in it, as once you start it, you will not want to put it down.
Bea and Daniel were so lovable and you can't not hope for them to work it out in the end.
I am so looking forward to the next book about Tilly and Luke, love their characters as well. I can not wait to see how Dani Lovell builds and evolves all the characters,I can see a 3rd book potential with Bea's friend Clare as well.
This is a great summer read, make sure you have plenty a time to get lost in it, as once you start it, you will not want to put it down.
June 12, 2013
Love love this book. Love the chemistry between Daniel and Beas relationship. Loved the book from the beginning on the airplane where they met. I can't wait to read boom to on Tiley and Luke. I'm thinking of the next craziest possibilities that is going to happen in aspen. I do feel long relationships can happen and progress.
June 11, 2013
LOVE LOVE LOVED this book, really enjoyed the isms in the book, even though a couple times I had to google to see what some of them mean't.. Can't wait for the next SEXY series.. see what Tilly and Luke are getting into... LOL.. so hurry Dani bring it on.. Thanks for the time and effort you spend on your characters they are well worth it.. each are special in their own way..
June 14, 2013
I loved loved LOVED this book. at first I wasn't sure about it but kept reading and I am so glad I did. I couldn't put it down for very long. Bea and Daniel had great chemistry. I would even put Daniel in my list of best boyfriends. He was so romantic, easy to fall for too. The love scenes were HOT!! I absolutely can't wait for the next one on Luke and Tilly.
June 9, 2013
This was a fun read and I loved Bea, Daniel and all the supporting characters. I've always liked romance stories based on long distance relationships, as they are topic for which I have personal experience. I'm really looking forward to reading Luke & Tilly's story next.
June 15, 2013
Got this book free on Amazon, it is such a good book and I can't wait to read the next book by Dani. Congratulations on writing a fab 1st book. Keep them coming! Everyone could do with a Daniel, I live in hope!!!!
June 17, 2013
This is a very sexy hot book. The romance was awesome. I loved that is a book (it is long). I read it twice because it was so good. I can't wait for Sexy Summers - Luke and Tilly's story. Thank you Dani Lovell for such an excellent book. Please keep writing!
June 17, 2013
A good read. The characters are all likeable and the story line was good. Really loved the male lead's character in this book. He's sexy, romantic and will go to the ends of the earth for his love!
June 7, 2013
A- maze- balls!!!!!! I cannot wait for book 2! Squeak woohoo A must read. Great ending and fantastic lead into book 2!!!!!
June 10, 2013
Could use a good editing, very repetitive. Good story, loved Bea and Daniel and the supporting cast. Overall, A sweet sexy romance, I hope book two has better editing.
June 13, 2013
Good read but I would like to know where I can find a Berkeley. He is too good to be true.
June 14, 2013
Fantastic book!! Great storyline, characters and a strong connection. Seriously hot story :)I can't wait for the next one :) awesome great first book
June 17, 2013
I really like this book, it go a little slow in the middle, but the ending was really good, and I can't wait for the next book, I can't wait to see what happens with Tilly and Luke..
October 8, 2013
Free read from Amazon.
It was free, so why not?
Not a bad story ... just really syrupy. Daniel is a total dreamboat ... too good to be believed. oh, that's right it's fiction- so it's all good.
I just wished he was more alpha.
Bea. hmm, Bea. Her rationing I get but must she be the Debbie Downer EVERY time?!
I love the vacation fling aspect. I did not enjoy the repetive nature of the ILY no ILYM ... or this is not a relationship since we live in different countries. I love the texting/sexting. I didn't enjoy Bea's fatalistic thoughts about her relationship and Daniel. I did not like the text that kept including she was drunk and horny and she should not be texting but she is. We get it, you are drunk and horny.
Just like my review ... Sexy Berkeley was wordy. I think premise of the story is great and I enjoyed Daniel and Bea. I just thought Bea acted more like a teenager and not a 27/28 year old. I would also have liked more of a conflict. The long distance was a conflict but easily fixable, IMO. Dude is rich and works for his family, duh.
Any who, I think some chapters could be cut and the story would not be incomplete. I do want to read Tilly's story.
It was free, so why not?
Not a bad story ... just really syrupy. Daniel is a total dreamboat ... too good to be believed. oh, that's right it's fiction- so it's all good.
I just wished he was more alpha.
Bea. hmm, Bea. Her rationing I get but must she be the Debbie Downer EVERY time?!
I love the vacation fling aspect. I did not enjoy the repetive nature of the ILY no ILYM ... or this is not a relationship since we live in different countries. I love the texting/sexting. I didn't enjoy Bea's fatalistic thoughts about her relationship and Daniel. I did not like the text that kept including she was drunk and horny and she should not be texting but she is. We get it, you are drunk and horny.
Just like my review ... Sexy Berkeley was wordy. I think premise of the story is great and I enjoyed Daniel and Bea. I just thought Bea acted more like a teenager and not a 27/28 year old. I would also have liked more of a conflict. The long distance was a conflict but easily fixable, IMO. Dude is rich and works for his family, duh.
Any who, I think some chapters could be cut and the story would not be incomplete. I do want to read Tilly's story.
August 5, 2013
To be honest I downloaded this book because it was free. I'm so glad that I did. It took me on a journey of emotions that had me laughing out loud, causing many a strange look lol, feeling frustrated with Bea, getting extremely hot and falling a little bit in love with Daniel. I didn't want this book to end and even now still think about it, which to me, is the sign of a good book.
I loved the characters, each one felt real and Bea just cracked me up with some of her comments, I've spoken without thinking many times myself lol. When Daniel spoke in French I just had to go and translate it and omg, I melted.....phew!
I know some people on here have found the amount of "I love you" annoying but to be honest, when you're in a newish relationship that's what happens in real life.
Overall this book had it all for me, laughs, tears, hot sex and a brilliant happy ever after. I can't wait for Luke and Tilly's story now and hope we get a bit of a peek at how Daniel and Bea are doing.
I loved the characters, each one felt real and Bea just cracked me up with some of her comments, I've spoken without thinking many times myself lol. When Daniel spoke in French I just had to go and translate it and omg, I melted.....phew!
I know some people on here have found the amount of "I love you" annoying but to be honest, when you're in a newish relationship that's what happens in real life.
Overall this book had it all for me, laughs, tears, hot sex and a brilliant happy ever after. I can't wait for Luke and Tilly's story now and hope we get a bit of a peek at how Daniel and Bea are doing.
June 16, 2013
At first I really liked this book, Bea meets gorgeous Daniel in the first class flight from London to L.A. and they really hit it off. Thinking it's only an on plane meeting they part only to meet up accidentally in L.A. They spend a majority of the book spending time and falling in love. That part was good, but then I felt like I was reading pages and pages of them declaring how much they love each other. Then it's Bea getting upset because she knows they have no future since she needs to go back to her life in London. I felt like yelling at the characters and saying someone make a decision and move to the other country. I also seemed like every other line was Daniel using the word "baby" endlessly. I think a lot of this book could have been cut down. I am looking forward to Tilley's and Luke's story, but I think I have a feeling what the problem might be there.
July 24, 2013
Ok wow! This book was a freebie and I wasn't expecting much but turned out to like it and can't wait for the next, even though I kinda think I know where it's headed!! So their love was intense and a bit much at times. Those who don't get it never felt like that. It makes me reminisce. Though my lust filled long distance relationship didn't end like that it was still believable for me. Attraction, wanting, longing, LOVE! Lots of detail and lots of lovin! Give it a try if you like fast hard love stories!! If you don't then avoid - just read the reviews and you get my drift.
August 29, 2013
Love, Love, Love this book. You can feel every emotion in this book. I believe in love at first sight because I live it. I fell in love with the characters & am now looking forward to Dani's next book which will be out the end of Sept 2013. Keep up the good work Dani - it has been a LONG time since I have been pulled in to a book like I was with this one. I am sorry I didn't get this review written sooner, but I have on other blogs, Amazon & FB. Please be certain to like Dani's FB page as she connects with her fans every day!
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