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Spiral of Bliss #3
Awaken
Though we're now thousands of miles apart, Dean makes damn sure I don't feel alone. Together, we fight not just to heal...but also heat things back up. Way up. Everyone who assumes things are cooling off for this married couple is clearly underestimating my husband. The man is more intense than ever. I can't get enough of it.
But just as things get impossibly hotter between us, Dean's crazed student returns with her malicious father to use me as a weapon against my own husband. And while I know nothing will stop Dean from rushing back home to keep me safe—he's already proven he'll go to hell and back for me—I won't let him do it again.
But just as things get impossibly hotter between us, Dean's crazed student returns with her malicious father to use me as a weapon against my own husband. And while I know nothing will stop Dean from rushing back home to keep me safe—he's already proven he'll go to hell and back for me—I won't let him do it again.
384 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 6, 2014
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Nina Lane
49 books2,294 followersBorn and raised in California, NEW YORK TIMES & USA TODAY bestselling author Nina Lane now lives in Wisconsin where the winters are freezing and the cheese is exceptional. Mom to two teens and a neurotic dog, half her life consists of laundry, Girl Scouts, horses, and football, while the other half is filled with hot, swoony alpha heroes and the women who bring them to their knees.
Nina's a fan of popcorn, print magazines, working out, and checking the weather daily with her meteorologist husband. She holds a PhD in Art History and an MA in Library and Information Studies, but considers writing epic, emotional romances her one true calling in life. Thus, she is grateful and ecstatic to be able to bring the stories in her head to life for all her amazing fans. ♥
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April 4, 2015
5++++ chivalrous, beautiful and intensely erotic stars.*****Review completed December 12, 2013
Awaken was my first beta read and I'm very grateful for having experienced Liv and Dean's journey come to an end at first hand. Thank you, Nina, you're an awesome author and a wonderful woman! A special thankyou goes to my dear friend, Jen. Doing the beta read with you was a true blast! <3
I don't tell you any news when I say that I loved all three books, yet it's obvious that Awaken is my favorite, regardless of my beta read.
Since I started to read Dean and Liv’s journey in Arouse, Nina achieved to deliver a very compelling story and character growth and came to an extraordinary conclusion with Awaken. Liv and Dean have come full circle. Even though I beta read Awaken, it doesn’t get any more honest and objective when I say this is an outstanding erotic romance book (emphasis on erotic and romance). I mean it with all my heart and I love Dean and Awaken to pieces. This is Nina Lane at her very best! I know Nina did all the writing and she deserves all the praise and Awaken is definitely her baby. Yet a tiny part of me is very proud that I got the chance to make a great book even better, and I’m very happy about the outcome. In conclusion, this is also a little bit my baby (and Jen's of course) and I feel protective about this book. Nina, Jen and I discussed Awaken extensively and after the first round of beta reads, Nina performed some major rewrites which proved to be very advantageous for Liv as well as Liv and Dean as a couple.
Fans of the Spiral of Bliss series know already that Liv and Dean’s happiness but also Dean’s career are threatened by “certain circumstances”. For the sake of readers who have yet to read the series, I prefer to not get into details here. Suffice it to say that a lot of things are going on in this conclusion and it ties up all the loose ends perfectly. As a matter of fact, Awaken leaves nothing to be desired.
On the one hand, this third book deals with a specific, nasty problem. On the other hand, Awaken depicts an Olivia who evolves, thrives and—in the end—truly shines. This is Liv's awakening and she starts to stand on her own. Also, she's ready to take a risk, to make her own decisions and refuses to accept Dean’s safety net. As a consequence, she evolves from the somewhat shy and innocent Liv to a mature and much more decisive woman. It pleases me tremendously to tell you that I loved Olivia without reservation in this story arc. She has come a long way and really deserves my praise.
Dean…Dean-a-licious…
Dean is my knight in shining armor. Looking at Awaken, he's so chivalrous and honorable, protective, selfless, handsome and sexy as all get out. Whatever is thrown in their path, he'd go to hell and back to give Liv anything and everything she needs. Whatever the cost, Dean never flinched from doing what was best for their relationship. His love for Liv is so incredibly deep, I always feared for him that a probable loss of the love of his life would destroy him irrevocably. No worries though, there is no such thing. So, here we are at the end of their journey and what an exceptional journey it was. Please keep your tissues at the ready—I promise you’ll need them.
Dean is a fabulous dirty talker and this particular scene went down in my book history!
The love between Dean and Liv is unique and their intense emotional connection will make your heart pound and race. Awaken is an intensely passionate conclusion to their journey, and I'm convinced that this story is going to make your fingers and toes curl. It's advisable to have a bucket of cold water at the ready, so you can cool off now and then. Honestly, the sex scenes are fantastic and scorchingly hot! Witnessing their erotic encounters is not only a physical experience, you'll be swamped by many feelings and deep emotions. You can feel their bodies tremble, the air is saturated with heat and sparkling electricity, their strained breaths are palpable. The damp skin, the drops of sweat trickling down bare skin…it's mesmerizing. The thrill of anticipation, all the sensations, the blazing heat that surrounds these two whenever their bodies are melding together…it's going to leave you breathless. Liv and Dean's chemistry is truly explosive and the urgency, need, lust, passion and longing will push you over the edge. Also, I'm sure that the sexy dirty talk will make you all hot and bothered. Don't forget to breathe otherwise Liv and Dean are going to drive you senseless. *fans self*
I'd bend over for Dean anytime!
This is another little sample of one of my favorite scenes.
Dean you're my star! *swoon*
Awaken has been beautifully and compellingly penned by Nina Lane and it shines in its various and intriguing facets. Excellent plot, great and witty dialogue, some well-placed banter and first and foremost two very likable main protagonists made this story a huge all around winner. This is a labor of love, I could feel it and I will always hold it very, very close to my heart.
The way Liv and Dean love each other is primal, visceral and intense. It’s like breathing because it’s so vital and every beat of their hearts is pure devotion and strengthens their unbreakable bond. Awaken provided not only scorchingly hot sex scenes, I could also swoon over many intimate and utterly romantic moments between Liv and Dean. Fortune favored...
Readers, you're in for a real treat. Savor and cherish every loving and titillating moment of this story because it doesn’t get any better.
Steam: 4 to 4.5
Nina, this is for you…
Reading order:
Arouse
Allure
Awaken
Highly recommended.
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Release date January 7th, 2014
All quotes approved by author
Awaken was my first beta read and I'm very grateful for having experienced Liv and Dean's journey come to an end at first hand. Thank you, Nina, you're an awesome author and a wonderful woman! A special thankyou goes to my dear friend, Jen. Doing the beta read with you was a true blast! <3
I don't tell you any news when I say that I loved all three books, yet it's obvious that Awaken is my favorite, regardless of my beta read.
Since I started to read Dean and Liv’s journey in Arouse, Nina achieved to deliver a very compelling story and character growth and came to an extraordinary conclusion with Awaken. Liv and Dean have come full circle. Even though I beta read Awaken, it doesn’t get any more honest and objective when I say this is an outstanding erotic romance book (emphasis on erotic and romance). I mean it with all my heart and I love Dean and Awaken to pieces. This is Nina Lane at her very best! I know Nina did all the writing and she deserves all the praise and Awaken is definitely her baby. Yet a tiny part of me is very proud that I got the chance to make a great book even better, and I’m very happy about the outcome. In conclusion, this is also a little bit my baby (and Jen's of course) and I feel protective about this book. Nina, Jen and I discussed Awaken extensively and after the first round of beta reads, Nina performed some major rewrites which proved to be very advantageous for Liv as well as Liv and Dean as a couple.
Fans of the Spiral of Bliss series know already that Liv and Dean’s happiness but also Dean’s career are threatened by “certain circumstances”. For the sake of readers who have yet to read the series, I prefer to not get into details here. Suffice it to say that a lot of things are going on in this conclusion and it ties up all the loose ends perfectly. As a matter of fact, Awaken leaves nothing to be desired.
On the one hand, this third book deals with a specific, nasty problem. On the other hand, Awaken depicts an Olivia who evolves, thrives and—in the end—truly shines. This is Liv's awakening and she starts to stand on her own. Also, she's ready to take a risk, to make her own decisions and refuses to accept Dean’s safety net. As a consequence, she evolves from the somewhat shy and innocent Liv to a mature and much more decisive woman. It pleases me tremendously to tell you that I loved Olivia without reservation in this story arc. She has come a long way and really deserves my praise.
Dean…Dean-a-licious…
Dean is my knight in shining armor. Looking at Awaken, he's so chivalrous and honorable, protective, selfless, handsome and sexy as all get out. Whatever is thrown in their path, he'd go to hell and back to give Liv anything and everything she needs. Whatever the cost, Dean never flinched from doing what was best for their relationship. His love for Liv is so incredibly deep, I always feared for him that a probable loss of the love of his life would destroy him irrevocably. No worries though, there is no such thing. So, here we are at the end of their journey and what an exceptional journey it was. Please keep your tissues at the ready—I promise you’ll need them.
Dean is a fabulous dirty talker and this particular scene went down in my book history!
"Soon you're getting on your knees in front of me," I tell her. "Naked except for tight cotton panties that rub against your pussy. You're going to squeeze your pretty tits together so I can push my c@ck between them and f@ck them. Thrusting into that tight, damp valley all the way up to your throat. I'll shoot hard all over you, like a goddamn geyser. My come will drip off your tight nipples before I make you rub it in. Then you're going to lick my c@ck clean, swiping your tongue all over the shaft, taking it all the way into your greedy mouth."
“Do you still want me to touch myself?”
Holy f@ck, do I ever.
“Do it,” I tell her.
The love between Dean and Liv is unique and their intense emotional connection will make your heart pound and race. Awaken is an intensely passionate conclusion to their journey, and I'm convinced that this story is going to make your fingers and toes curl. It's advisable to have a bucket of cold water at the ready, so you can cool off now and then. Honestly, the sex scenes are fantastic and scorchingly hot! Witnessing their erotic encounters is not only a physical experience, you'll be swamped by many feelings and deep emotions. You can feel their bodies tremble, the air is saturated with heat and sparkling electricity, their strained breaths are palpable. The damp skin, the drops of sweat trickling down bare skin…it's mesmerizing. The thrill of anticipation, all the sensations, the blazing heat that surrounds these two whenever their bodies are melding together…it's going to leave you breathless. Liv and Dean's chemistry is truly explosive and the urgency, need, lust, passion and longing will push you over the edge. Also, I'm sure that the sexy dirty talk will make you all hot and bothered. Don't forget to breathe otherwise Liv and Dean are going to drive you senseless. *fans self*
I'd bend over for Dean anytime!
This is another little sample of one of my favorite scenes.
„What are you going to do with all those pictures?“ Liv asks.
“Plaster them on the ceiling like stars so I can look up at them at night.”
“Aw.” She smiles. “Good one.”
Dean you're my star! *swoon*
Awaken has been beautifully and compellingly penned by Nina Lane and it shines in its various and intriguing facets. Excellent plot, great and witty dialogue, some well-placed banter and first and foremost two very likable main protagonists made this story a huge all around winner. This is a labor of love, I could feel it and I will always hold it very, very close to my heart.
The way Liv and Dean love each other is primal, visceral and intense. It’s like breathing because it’s so vital and every beat of their hearts is pure devotion and strengthens their unbreakable bond. Awaken provided not only scorchingly hot sex scenes, I could also swoon over many intimate and utterly romantic moments between Liv and Dean. Fortune favored...
Readers, you're in for a real treat. Savor and cherish every loving and titillating moment of this story because it doesn’t get any better.
Steam: 4 to 4.5
Nina, this is for you…
Reading order:
Arouse
Allure
Awaken
Highly recommended.
http://baba.booklikes.com
Release date January 7th, 2014
All quotes approved by author
January 16, 2014
*** FULL REVIEW NOW POSTED *** (spoiler-free)
5+ STARS!!! BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL!!!!
A stunning conclusion to one of the most beautifully written and intensely passionate love stories I have ever read. Dean and Liv's romance is simply breathtaking!!
What makes the story in this series standout among romance books is that it is about an already-married couple. It begins after the "happily-ever-after" where most romances end. Over the course of the past two books, we'd seen this couple survive heartache and tragedy together, and we'd also seen the pure, raw strength and limitless depth of their love for each other. And in this book, we saw their story come full circle. This book in so many ways is about healing, hope, and the beauty of knowing with all your heart that the love you feel for your soul mate is limitless.
The writing is perfectly detailed and deeply evocative. I honestly read this book as slowly as I possibly could -- savouring each every word, and feeling every emotion to the max. Even apart from the story, just the reading experience alone is incredible.
The depth of emotion I felt for Dean and Liv was so powerful that I often would read for pages on end with tears in my eyes just because I was feeling so much.
Please note that this book is the continuation of and conclusion to the romance that began in Arouse and Allure. It follows the story of the same couple, Dean & Liv, and is not a standalone. I am not going to speak about the plot at all here because anything I say will be a spoiler. But what I will say is that I adored the direction that the storyline went in and honestly, I loved every single word of this book .
Awaken delivered everything I possibly want and more. I loved that I was never once frustrated with the plot -- I mean, sure there were times when my heart was in my throat, but it was always in a good way. Looking back on my reading experience, I have only positive things to say and that's rare.
The story was told in alternating POVs so we got to see both sides of the story. The pacing was excellent and I felt invested in each and every scene. Given Dean and Liv's situation at this point in their lives, this book focused a lot on the balance of them healing themselves before being able to heal their relationship. But with the way it was written, I could feel their connection at all times.
It brought a smile to myself watching Liv find her inner strength. She'd always had it but seeing her grow more and more confident in herself was so fulfilling. I knew how far she'd come and I just felt so proud of her.
And Dean? Gosh, I can't even describe how much I loved him. That sexy professor made my heart pound, race, flutter, and melt. If I had to pick only one book hero to bring to life, Dean West would be a top candidate. That man was just... wow. The way he loved Liv was honestly unlike any other hero I've ever read. He wasn't just in love with her as a whole, he was also in love with every little part of her -- each individual piece that made up Liv. He didn't just see a perfect version of her, he saw all of her -- her flaws, her beauty, her insecurities, her strengths... and he loved them all.
"My husband doesn't just love me. He knows HOW to love me. He knows what I need and when I need it, sometimes even better than I do. He knows how to unfold all the tight, tough parts of me and smooth them out with the glide of his hand. He knows how to prove that he - and only he - understands ever crevice of my soul. He knows how to remind me that I am forever safe within his heart."
He was sexy, chivalrous, a little kinky, a lot charming, and his powerful, primal need to protect Liv at all times melted my heart. I could feel it at all times. It came through in each one of his actions.
"I'm not going to apologize… Yes, I want to protect you. You're my wife. I'd fucking kill for you, Liv, and if that makes me a possessive bastard of a husband, then fine. That's what I am. I'm not going to change either. I love you too goddamned much."
It also bears mentioning that these books are not just emotional, they're also intensely erotic. SCORCHING HOT!!! I mean really -- you will be fanning yourself for pages on end. Dean and Liv's chemistry sizzled, it burned, it smouldered. It was palatable. But what I felt brought so much added depth to it all was that it was their LOVE for each other and the raw emotions behind every one of their love scenes that gave them such a strong impact. It was pure passion.
"I want to grab her and shove her up against the nearest wall. Rip her clothes off and fuck her until the earth trembles and the stars explode. Until the universe shatters."
This book was filled with these powerfully charged moments that I felt so deeply that sometimes I would have to stop reading for a minute and just sit there letting it sink in. It beautifully highlighted each moment in the story that should be unforgettable.
"And, just like that, I fall wildly in love with my husband all over again…. He smiles, sliding his thumb across my lips, his gaze warm. Pleasure fills me at that look, so replete with love and tenderness that I'm reminded anew that together we can withstand anything."
What I loved most about Dean & Liv, and what I'd always felt regarding them, was that there was absolutely no doubt that they were soul mates. Their chemistry , their connection , their desire , their longing , their need for each other... I felt it all. God. They were SO in love with each other, undeniable meant for each other -- two halves of a whole. But naturally, as with most marriages I think, they had their issues to work through and their struggles to overcome. But I loved that I always had this strong feeling in my heart that they would make it.
This wasn't a short book (none of them are actually) and a lot happened but there were no slows points at all. I fanned myself, swooned over and over again, and at times my heart nearly stopped, but the bottom line was that I enjoyed every single moment, every scene, and every word.
And my God. I have to say this again: The writing was exquisite. Just BREATHTAKING. Nina Lane has a gift with words and an amazing ability to make you feel every single scene she writes.
"...my beautiful wife. Wanting her is like breathing. Needing her is in my blood. And loving her will always be the beat of my heart."
This is the kind of book that raises the bar. This is the kind of book that ruins me for all others. This is the kind of book that is the reason I fall into book funks because, after a book this beautiful, it's like -- how can anything compare??
"My white knight. My beautiful, strong, brave husband who loved me more than I ever knew it was possible to be loved.
This man would give me the stars, the moon, the sun. He has slated monsters for me and alongside me. He's battled through dark, tangled woods with me because he has never once wavered in his belief that we are meant to be forever. He would do anything for me. For us.
He's a rare gift, my husband, perfect and flawed and completely, unreservedly mine."
At it's heart this is a story about a couple whose passionate, unwavering love for each other defied, survived, and held strong throughout everything life threw at it. A couple who worked everyday at their relationship. It was inspiring, believable, and beautiful.
"Some things will never change, Liv," he says. "We'll always fall asleep and wake up together. I'll always make you coffee in the morning and teaser you about your bathrobe. We'll always love each other to distraction, argue, hold hands and kiss and awful lot. And I promise you that no matter what, we'll always have us."
By the end, tears were just pouring down my face at the sheer beauty of the story. The ending was absolutely gorgeous and the very last words of the book are. just. perfect.
Bottom line, I can't recommend this series highly enough. The depth of emotion just hits you so hard and builds with each book. I felt the passion and the healing and I understood the mistakes. I've honestly almost never read of two people AS strongly in love with each other as Dean and Liv -- they had their ups and downs but WOW when you see the way it all comes together, it's just breathtaking.
This book was perfection. Pure perfection!
5+ STARS!!
"You and me, professor," I whisper.
"You and me, beauty."
My casting:
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July 14, 2016
Oh, how I've enjoyed Dean and Olivia! I hear that there are some more books in this series, but I'm stopping here for the time being. Why? Mainly because Dean and Olivia seem to have arrived at a happy place and I'm not willing to let anything change that right now. After reading and listening to these three books back to back, I feel like I should be able to bask in my HEA for a while.
Let's face it, these two had to work for it! Personal tragedy and vindictiveness continued to taint their life together, well into this book. However, like in the previous book, I was impressed with how strong they were together. It really did feel like it was them against the world.
To further complicate matters, Liv's deadbeat mother reappears in her life. Surprisingly, I was actually impressed by her actions a time or two. Ultimately, she couldn't change who she was. However, I did feel like I understood her motives a little better than before.
Unlike earlier books, this one really highlighted Olivia's strength. She really went out on her own in many ways, doing things for herself and not standing in Dean's shadow. It was nice to see her stand on her own two feet and prove that she could take care of herself if need be. In many ways, the tables turned in this third book.
All in all, I continued to thoroughly enjoy this series. Dean and Olivia have certainly faced more than their fair share of problems, but it only makes me want to see them succeed all that much more. They're not perfect, but they're real. I love them!
Let's face it, these two had to work for it! Personal tragedy and vindictiveness continued to taint their life together, well into this book. However, like in the previous book, I was impressed with how strong they were together. It really did feel like it was them against the world.
To further complicate matters, Liv's deadbeat mother reappears in her life. Surprisingly, I was actually impressed by her actions a time or two. Ultimately, she couldn't change who she was. However, I did feel like I understood her motives a little better than before.
Unlike earlier books, this one really highlighted Olivia's strength. She really went out on her own in many ways, doing things for herself and not standing in Dean's shadow. It was nice to see her stand on her own two feet and prove that she could take care of herself if need be. In many ways, the tables turned in this third book.
All in all, I continued to thoroughly enjoy this series. Dean and Olivia have certainly faced more than their fair share of problems, but it only makes me want to see them succeed all that much more. They're not perfect, but they're real. I love them!
August 15, 2017
★★★★★! Awaken, book 3 of 3! Professor Dean West & his Beauty’s journey of love, commitment, self-reflection & growth, hardship & triumph!
My sincerest thanks to the lovely ladies on our BR; Melissa, Patty, Katy, Elizabeth, Gisele, Alleskelle, and Linda…!
“Our eyes meet, and a thousand hopes, fears, and wishes pass between us.”
Books in the Spiral of Bliss Trilogy should be read in order:
Book 1: Arouse
Book 2: Allure
Book 3: Awaken
In Arouse (book 1) we followed Olivia West’s and her husband Professor Dean West as they experience marriage troubles. Mainly misunderstandings and miscommunications, but also their pasts coming back to haunt them.
In Allure (book 2) Dean and Liv made huge progress in overcoming issues and opening up the lines of communication only to have their world rocked by family issues, tragedies and outright threats to their happiness and future.
Awaken (book 3) opens up to the aftermath of shocking events in book 2. Just like title would I indicate it is very much an awakening for both Dean and Liv forcing them to reflect on and deal with their past, present and future.
For Dean it’s about coming to terms with and accepting that he cannot and should not protect and save Liv from everything. For Liv it’s about finding her herself and her footing next to her larger-than-life husband.
There are shockers and a darkness clouding the horizon, but we are also so much hope and joy in the progress both are making on the journeys of life. We are also treated to many pleasant surprises, sweet and tender moments of love and off-the chart sex with one of the best and most memorable heroes ever!
Professor Dean West is everything I could ever ask for in a hero times ten. He is irresistible with his combination of uncanny good looks, splendid physic, intelligence and scholar geekyness. Except with Dean it isn’t geeky, it’s perfection!
Seven words to describe Dean: Captivating, strong, assertive, commanding, noble, enlightened and unforgettable.
“My husband doesn’t just love me. He knows how to love me. He knows what I need and when I need it, sometimes even better than I do.”
Olivia West, Liv aka Beauty has come a long way since book 1. Six words to describe Liv: Strong, endearing, determined, insecure, naïve and empowered.
“Wanting her is like breathing. Needing her is in my blood. And loving her will always be the beat of my heart.”
I didn’t want this story to end that’s how much I enjoyed it! It has been my absolute pleasure to follow them through ups and downs! I might have wished that Liv stood up to her past sooner and that Dean had used a little less hot-headiness and more smarts to overcome some of his adversaries. But at the same time it takes a village… What a journey! What an ending!
Captivating plot! Spellbinding storytelling! Interesting Characters! Fascinating, lovable and unforgettable hero, Professor Dean West! 6-star shelf and top-10 hero! Epic read!
“You and me, professor.”
“You and me, beauty.”
***
Hero rating: 5+ stars
Heroine rating: 4.5 stars
Sex scenes rating: 5+ stars
Sex scenes frequency: 5 stars
Storyline concept rating: 5+ stars
Storytelling skills rating: 5+ stars
Story ending rating: 4.5 stars
Book editing rating (5 = no edits spotted): 5 stars
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Overall rating: 5+ stars
Would I recommend this series: Yes.
Would I re-read this series: Yes.
Would I read future books by this author: Yes.
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January 14, 2014
5 million stars!!!!!!
I was lucky enough to receive an Arc from Nina for this book and let me just say it made my day when I received that message and was the highlight of my 2014
I've waited for this book for months and months....
And boy did Nina Lane deliver!
If there is one book I wish I could rate more than 5 stars this would definitely be it!
Dean and Liv overcome the mess they are in and we see Liv become such a strong person to the woman we first met.
Professor Dean...
From Allure to Arouse to Awaken...
Professor Dean Allured me....
Professor Dean Aroused me in ways I never thought possible...
Professor Dean Awakened me to the feelings of love which wish I had in my life...
We were taken on the breathtakingly beautiful love story of My Professor Dean and his sweet wife Liv.
“I love that you love me, professor.”
“I love loving you, beauty.”
They are the perfect couple but even the most perfect marriages also have their own share of problems and dramas.
I really don't want to give away anything with this book as I feel every.single.person owes it to themselves to be part of this beautiful Series...
My Professor is so perfect I dreamed him into life and married him in the process....
I was lucky enough to receive an Arc from Nina for this book and let me just say it made my day when I received that message and was the highlight of my 2014
I've waited for this book for months and months....
And boy did Nina Lane deliver!
If there is one book I wish I could rate more than 5 stars this would definitely be it!
Dean and Liv overcome the mess they are in and we see Liv become such a strong person to the woman we first met.
Professor Dean...
From Allure to Arouse to Awaken...
Professor Dean Allured me....
Professor Dean Aroused me in ways I never thought possible...
Professor Dean Awakened me to the feelings of love which wish I had in my life...
We were taken on the breathtakingly beautiful love story of My Professor Dean and his sweet wife Liv.
“I love that you love me, professor.”
“I love loving you, beauty.”
They are the perfect couple but even the most perfect marriages also have their own share of problems and dramas.
I really don't want to give away anything with this book as I feel every.single.person owes it to themselves to be part of this beautiful Series...
My Professor is so perfect I dreamed him into life and married him in the process....
January 12, 2014
+ 5 PASSIONATE STARS
"You and me professor." "You and me beauty."
OMG I love this series so much!! I'ts one of my favorites. Nina really knows how to make you feel so many emotions through her books!! She is an amazing author! Awaken takes the reader through the trials of Dean and Liv. But in this book there is so much love!!!I hope that one day when I get married, I can have as much love and as good of a relationship as Dean and Liv!!!
Awaken picks up with Dean going to Italy in addition to keep away more problems from accruing with King’s University and the alleged sexual harassment charge.This leaves Liv alone wondering what she wants to do with her life professionally.And this moment her mother is back..so She has to learn to stand on her own, without depend on Dean for everything and to deal with her mother.
While the first books were more about Dean and Liv's struggles to their marriage in this book there were about finding themselves and learning how to stand on their own.
Dean and Liv learn a lot about themselves, their relationship and how to battle together.This series focuses on the passionate love.And believe me in this couple there are so much love <3
"Say it for me."
"I'm yours.'
"Say it back."
"I'm yours.Always will be."
Their love is so intense.It’s filled with passion.
Dean is hottest than ever!OMG he is amazing!!I don't think I have ever been in love with a character as much as with Dean!He is so hot and sexy and he has to deal with his problems, also he is still so protective with Liv..he cares about her and he wants the best for her!!
Liv oh Liv!!She is amazing too!!In this book she was so strong!!She comes into herself.She gains so much confidence. I’m glad to see her finally become more confident.She learns how to stand on her own, make her own decisions and take risks. And Dean couldn’t have been more supportive. He was still willing to give Liv anything and everything, but he knew that she had to do this on her own.
There are so many hots moments in this book!!I love them all!!So much passion!!
This series is so beautifully written and it is a story of two passionate people.
I can't believe this series is over :((( I want more of Dean and Liv!!I'm really so sad!!I'm sure I will read this series again and again until I have enough of them.And believe me I will need to read them more than thousand times!!!
"You and me professor." "You and me beauty."
OMG I love this series so much!! I'ts one of my favorites. Nina really knows how to make you feel so many emotions through her books!! She is an amazing author! Awaken takes the reader through the trials of Dean and Liv. But in this book there is so much love!!!I hope that one day when I get married, I can have as much love and as good of a relationship as Dean and Liv!!!
Awaken picks up with Dean going to Italy in addition to keep away more problems from accruing with King’s University and the alleged sexual harassment charge.This leaves Liv alone wondering what she wants to do with her life professionally.And this moment her mother is back..so She has to learn to stand on her own, without depend on Dean for everything and to deal with her mother.
While the first books were more about Dean and Liv's struggles to their marriage in this book there were about finding themselves and learning how to stand on their own.
Dean and Liv learn a lot about themselves, their relationship and how to battle together.This series focuses on the passionate love.And believe me in this couple there are so much love <3
"Say it for me."
"I'm yours.'
"Say it back."
"I'm yours.Always will be."
Their love is so intense.It’s filled with passion.
Dean is hottest than ever!OMG he is amazing!!I don't think I have ever been in love with a character as much as with Dean!He is so hot and sexy and he has to deal with his problems, also he is still so protective with Liv..he cares about her and he wants the best for her!!
Liv oh Liv!!She is amazing too!!In this book she was so strong!!She comes into herself.She gains so much confidence. I’m glad to see her finally become more confident.She learns how to stand on her own, make her own decisions and take risks. And Dean couldn’t have been more supportive. He was still willing to give Liv anything and everything, but he knew that she had to do this on her own.
There are so many hots moments in this book!!I love them all!!So much passion!!
This series is so beautifully written and it is a story of two passionate people.
I can't believe this series is over :((( I want more of Dean and Liv!!I'm really so sad!!I'm sure I will read this series again and again until I have enough of them.And believe me I will need to read them more than thousand times!!!
October 17, 2014
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6 BREATHTAKING ~ MAGNIFICENT ~ SOUL-ETCHING STARS!!!
My Liv:
My Dean:
“Sometimes your heart gets so filled with emotions that words alone can’t express them all. So you need singing and dancing, a philharmonic orchestra, and a full chorus backing you up. Because there is THAT MUCH inside you.”
That sentence above just described my thoughts for this book. As a voracious reader whose acquired tastes constantly changes, my feelings for Dean and Liv, however, have never wavered. This married couple’s journey was emotionally tumultuous, intensely passionate, and their love is one of those rare, special, incomparable loves that lasts for an eternity.
This book picks up right after the events of book 2 where Dean faces the imminent crisis of having to leave Liv. In the past, no matter what happened or who stood in their way, Dean and Liv have always been able to stand their ground because they were together. Now with Dean leaving, they are at a loss.
“I don’t know where we go from here.”
“I don’t know either. But why does either of us have to know? There doesn’t always have to be a plan.”
“Yes, there does.” - Dean and Liv
Nevertheless, they do separate for the time being, but are always on each other’s mind. The way that a picture will remind them of a distant memory, the way that a certain place brings back a joyous occasion, and the nights where both Liv and Dean have sexy, erotic dreams of coming back to each other – all of this and more was painstakingly breathtaking as they both explored the insecurities still festered within them, but at the same time, longed and ached for each other with a fervor and passion that only this couple could bring out.
“I’d had visions of our reunion – hot, sweaty, naked visions.” - Dean
Their reunion – short and priceless as is – is bittersweet. More and more problems from book 2 continue to shake Dean and Liv’s foundation, as well as buried insecurities come back to life and test the strength of their bond. It got to a point where I had to stop, pause and ask my boyfriend: “Can anything worse happen to this couple? This couple that only wants to be left alone and simply love each other?” Not ashamed to say this, but this third book made me bawl like a baby. The raw, undeniable need and connection Dean and Liv have...it’s unparalleled. Dean’s alluring magnetism. Liv’s seductive innocence. Together, their exquisite, enthralling love for each other. It’s truly a spiral of bliss.
“Somehow, always, everything is okay when it’s just the two of us alone together.” - Dean
But it’s not enough. At least, not then. Not when Dean is on the verge of losing his esteemed job and reputation and Liv battling a past she never foresaw coming into the present.
“We look at each other. We both feel it, the sharp invasion of the rest of the world into our space.”
For all the obstacles that they had, I never for a second doubted Dean and Liv’s end outcome. Throughout this book, I found myself falling over and over and over again with them. I fell in love with Dean’s fierce protective and possessive nature. I fell in love with Liv’s gentle, kind heart, and most of all, I fell in love with how they fell in love with each other, completely and irrevocably all over again.
This is one phenomenally well-crafted love story that will have its own special place in my heart, and though the books are over, their love isn't. Their story is one I can read over and over again and NEVER tire of.
“You and me, professor.”
“You and me, beauty.”
ARC kindly provided by author in exchange for an honest review. Please note that all quotes are from an advanced copy and may be subject to change in the final edition.
6 BREATHTAKING ~ MAGNIFICENT ~ SOUL-ETCHING STARS!!!
My Liv:
My Dean:
“Sometimes your heart gets so filled with emotions that words alone can’t express them all. So you need singing and dancing, a philharmonic orchestra, and a full chorus backing you up. Because there is THAT MUCH inside you.”
That sentence above just described my thoughts for this book. As a voracious reader whose acquired tastes constantly changes, my feelings for Dean and Liv, however, have never wavered. This married couple’s journey was emotionally tumultuous, intensely passionate, and their love is one of those rare, special, incomparable loves that lasts for an eternity.
This book picks up right after the events of book 2 where Dean faces the imminent crisis of having to leave Liv. In the past, no matter what happened or who stood in their way, Dean and Liv have always been able to stand their ground because they were together. Now with Dean leaving, they are at a loss.
“I don’t know where we go from here.”
“I don’t know either. But why does either of us have to know? There doesn’t always have to be a plan.”
“Yes, there does.” - Dean and Liv
Nevertheless, they do separate for the time being, but are always on each other’s mind. The way that a picture will remind them of a distant memory, the way that a certain place brings back a joyous occasion, and the nights where both Liv and Dean have sexy, erotic dreams of coming back to each other – all of this and more was painstakingly breathtaking as they both explored the insecurities still festered within them, but at the same time, longed and ached for each other with a fervor and passion that only this couple could bring out.
“I’d had visions of our reunion – hot, sweaty, naked visions.” - Dean
Their reunion – short and priceless as is – is bittersweet. More and more problems from book 2 continue to shake Dean and Liv’s foundation, as well as buried insecurities come back to life and test the strength of their bond. It got to a point where I had to stop, pause and ask my boyfriend: “Can anything worse happen to this couple? This couple that only wants to be left alone and simply love each other?” Not ashamed to say this, but this third book made me bawl like a baby. The raw, undeniable need and connection Dean and Liv have...it’s unparalleled. Dean’s alluring magnetism. Liv’s seductive innocence. Together, their exquisite, enthralling love for each other. It’s truly a spiral of bliss.
“Somehow, always, everything is okay when it’s just the two of us alone together.” - Dean
But it’s not enough. At least, not then. Not when Dean is on the verge of losing his esteemed job and reputation and Liv battling a past she never foresaw coming into the present.
“We look at each other. We both feel it, the sharp invasion of the rest of the world into our space.”
For all the obstacles that they had, I never for a second doubted Dean and Liv’s end outcome. Throughout this book, I found myself falling over and over and over again with them. I fell in love with Dean’s fierce protective and possessive nature. I fell in love with Liv’s gentle, kind heart, and most of all, I fell in love with how they fell in love with each other, completely and irrevocably all over again.
This is one phenomenally well-crafted love story that will have its own special place in my heart, and though the books are over, their love isn't. Their story is one I can read over and over again and NEVER tire of.
“You and me, professor.”
“You and me, beauty.”
ARC kindly provided by author in exchange for an honest review. Please note that all quotes are from an advanced copy and may be subject to change in the final edition.
August 12, 2016
Full review posted on 1-7-14
LOVE LOVE LOVED IT!!!!
5 BIG BRIGHT SHINING STARS!!!!
Oh Professor West, you and me baby, let's go
REVIEW
My Husband doesn’t just love me. He knows how to love me. He knows what I need and when I need it, sometimes even better than I do He knows how to unfold all the tight, rough parts of me and smooth them out with one glide of his hand. - Liv
This series is utter perfection. Nothing is more beautiful then reading about a married couple so deeply in love and dedicated to each other. The growth we get to see with Olivia was absolutely magnificent. Such a fitting title, Awaken. Liv desires to establish her own independence by feeling her way out in this world, no longer feeling less then but whole with nothing missing, nothing broken and nothing lacking.
That Olivia, the one who feels whole, comes to full bloom in AWAKEN.
If you’ve read the previous books in this series, Arouse and Allure, then you should be familiar with the names Dean and Olivia West. Which means you're also aware that Liv has been feeling somewhat unfulfilled in life on a personal level. She wants to carve her own path without her husband’s money as assistance.
As Legal concerns for the couple from the previous book sadly continue in to this one; Liv decides that Dean needs to leave the country on the scheduled archeological dig. He had already planned to attend the dig in Italy before family matters deterred those plans. He of course is hesitant but Liv all but packs his bags and pushes him out the door to avoid making a bad situation become worse.
They say distance can make the heart grow fonder, in this case I think distance makes the libido go higher. These two are insatiable.
‘He’s a rare gift, my husband, perfect and flawed and completely unreservedly mine’
The separation leads to some hot phone sex between the couple. And a lot of erotically charged dreams for Liv. Which she shares with her husband much to the delight of readers. I think her retelling the dreams are by far my favorite scenes.
Dean focuses on work and his wife even from a ocean away. Liv takes on the role of business woman like a second skin. She has always had this reserved non aggressive tone to her personality but as you read she finally with a sheer will takes control by going after what she wants with full determination.
Reunited and it feels sooooo good!
Once these two reunite the temperature rises
Enough said, you get me, right? Right. **GRINS**
On the heels of Dean’s home coming is another arrival, this person causes a small ripple between the two. But it does not last long. Dean wants to save his wife from the evil in this world but Liv proves her strength as she stands in the ring alone and goes toe to toe with the opposition; gracefully I might add.
Her development was a pure pleasure to read. It brings hope to those still trying to find their way.
My Thoughts
Every move this couple made I found myself cheering for them. I was eager to see them succeed. I was eager to read and enjoy their happiness. OH and I shamelessly lusted after Dean. **wink,wink**
The writing is simply beautiful . Words are just not enough, you really must read this series in order to grasp these characters. I love their love!
Their love is FIERCE, PROTECTIVE, AROUSING and most importantly EXCLUSIVE to one another.
Join the spiral of bliss in Arouse, Allure and Awaken by Nina Lane.
My Ratings
Characters- Lovable
Writing Style- EXCELLENT
Plot/Storyline- Emotionally charged and very erotic
Steam Factor- HIGH/Very Steamy on a scale of 1-10 10++++
Overall- I LOVED IT!
My Recommendation: Read it!!!! Start with book 1, Arouse.
Now go forth and read. Then come tell us about it on Goodreads!
For more reviews got to: www.realitybites-letsgetlost.blogspot...
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12-22-13 GOT MY ARC
LOVE LOVE LOVED IT!!!!
5 BIG BRIGHT SHINING STARS!!!!
Oh Professor West, you and me baby, let's go
REVIEW
My Husband doesn’t just love me. He knows how to love me. He knows what I need and when I need it, sometimes even better than I do He knows how to unfold all the tight, rough parts of me and smooth them out with one glide of his hand. - Liv
This series is utter perfection. Nothing is more beautiful then reading about a married couple so deeply in love and dedicated to each other. The growth we get to see with Olivia was absolutely magnificent. Such a fitting title, Awaken. Liv desires to establish her own independence by feeling her way out in this world, no longer feeling less then but whole with nothing missing, nothing broken and nothing lacking.
That Olivia, the one who feels whole, comes to full bloom in AWAKEN.
If you’ve read the previous books in this series, Arouse and Allure, then you should be familiar with the names Dean and Olivia West. Which means you're also aware that Liv has been feeling somewhat unfulfilled in life on a personal level. She wants to carve her own path without her husband’s money as assistance.
As Legal concerns for the couple from the previous book sadly continue in to this one; Liv decides that Dean needs to leave the country on the scheduled archeological dig. He had already planned to attend the dig in Italy before family matters deterred those plans. He of course is hesitant but Liv all but packs his bags and pushes him out the door to avoid making a bad situation become worse.
They say distance can make the heart grow fonder, in this case I think distance makes the libido go higher. These two are insatiable.
‘He’s a rare gift, my husband, perfect and flawed and completely unreservedly mine’
The separation leads to some hot phone sex between the couple. And a lot of erotically charged dreams for Liv. Which she shares with her husband much to the delight of readers. I think her retelling the dreams are by far my favorite scenes.
Dean focuses on work and his wife even from a ocean away. Liv takes on the role of business woman like a second skin. She has always had this reserved non aggressive tone to her personality but as you read she finally with a sheer will takes control by going after what she wants with full determination.
Reunited and it feels sooooo good!
Once these two reunite the temperature rises
Enough said, you get me, right? Right. **GRINS**
On the heels of Dean’s home coming is another arrival, this person causes a small ripple between the two. But it does not last long. Dean wants to save his wife from the evil in this world but Liv proves her strength as she stands in the ring alone and goes toe to toe with the opposition; gracefully I might add.
Her development was a pure pleasure to read. It brings hope to those still trying to find their way.
My Thoughts
Every move this couple made I found myself cheering for them. I was eager to see them succeed. I was eager to read and enjoy their happiness. OH and I shamelessly lusted after Dean. **wink,wink**
The writing is simply beautiful . Words are just not enough, you really must read this series in order to grasp these characters. I love their love!
Their love is FIERCE, PROTECTIVE, AROUSING and most importantly EXCLUSIVE to one another.
Join the spiral of bliss in Arouse, Allure and Awaken by Nina Lane.
My Ratings
Characters- Lovable
Writing Style- EXCELLENT
Plot/Storyline- Emotionally charged and very erotic
Steam Factor- HIGH/Very Steamy on a scale of 1-10 10++++
Overall- I LOVED IT!
My Recommendation: Read it!!!! Start with book 1, Arouse.
Now go forth and read. Then come tell us about it on Goodreads!
For more reviews got to: www.realitybites-letsgetlost.blogspot...
Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/realitybitesletsgetlost
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12-22-13 GOT MY ARC
August 6, 2016
How was I so wrong about this author in the beginning? How the hell did that happen? I've been pondering it for a little while, and I think I get it. Somewhat. The first book in this series, Arouse, centers around the beginning of trouble in paradise for our married lovebirds. I found it rather interesting because it was different in the sense that the couple has been together five years, they're married, and now the reader is seeing what happens when the honeymoon phase has completely worn off and the two have to start facing real issues like pregnancy.
The second book, to me, wasn't as good because while they were still dealing with the fallout from their marital problems, now we've got a whole slew of other shit going on, and the sex was getting on my damn nerves. It's frequent. Very frequent. Even for me, and I believe couples should have sex at least three times a week. At the very least (I mean, unless someone's ill or away or something, you know?). But even for me, the sex was just happening way too much. Like why couldn't she just mention it in passing more often? No, we had to be treated to full sex scenes like, every fucking chapter. And I'm sitting here going, "OK, Dean is 38 years old..."
Now I'm not saying a man of that age can't have a healthy sex life, but Dean's capable of getting an erection five minutes after blowing his load. That's something 20-year-old men sometimes have problems with. Come on, now.
This book ratcheted smarm up to a whole new level. I mean, sweet zombie Jesus, there was so much fucking corny shit in this book! And the characters, who maybe had a shot at somewhat interesting development after the setup, appear to exist for nothing more than the sole purpose of spreading the cheese. Or the unhappiness. It's one mind-numbing cliché after another. The many faces of Dean West:
Angry Dean:
Stressed Dean:
Smitten Dean:
And that's pretty much it for our hero. He vacillates between those three extremes throughout the series. He's basically just every manic woman's idea of what a dream husband should be: protective to the point of being a douchebag, but respectful. Sexy and aware of his appeal while not being arrogant or a womanizer. An unbelievably smart academic who also harbors a love of "athletic pursuits" (Liv's words) that keep his arms "hard as steel".
And did I mention he apparently has an IV of viagra?
Liv isn't much better. The many faces of Olivia West:
Liv sprucing up:
Adorable Liv:
Liv upset:
Liv every fucking time she looks at/thinks about/talks to Dean:
Liv any time she so much as overhears Dean saying hi to a passing neighbor:
While looking for gifs to convey my feelings about these characters, I came to the startling realization that they're both like a couple of Disney characters, only slightly less interesting. This series could have gone somewhere great in terms of character development. Liv had a solid basis for some interesting growth, and the relationship between her and Dean could have taken on some profound significance had there been a bit more verbal communication and some revelations regarding previously unknown character traits. Instead, Lane decided to just layer on more sex, throw in some seriously heavy-handed and repetitive purple prose, then bring the sexual harassment story to a close with a smarmy Disney ending, with the forces of good battling triumphant against the cartoonish villains. The sexual harassment plot was the only reason I pushed myself to finish this hokey word trap. I wanted to see how Lane would resolve it. I should have known it was going to make me roll my eyes. I should have seen it coming. Perhaps I was just too blindsided by Liv and Dean coming, and coming often.
Seriously, constant sex. Boring, redundant, repetitive, eye-numbing, snore-inducing sex. A lot of "Oh, Dean!" and "God, Dean" and "Fuck me, Dean" and "You're so sexy, Liv"...and the fingering and cock sucking and thumb swirling. The undressing, the eye-fucking, the "One look from him and I'm ready" (yeah, right). Then there's Liv's tendency to press her legs together when she's turned on. Which is, I might remind you, every time she looks at/talks to/thinks about Dean. One thing this book managed to do was make me feel like my sex life is wildly erotic. Dean and Liv don't even use any props. Not even once! It's like...what? Their sex life is so full and resplendent and magical and explosive and they're SO erotic....yet all that ever happens is missionary, girl on top, doggystyle, fingering, blow jobs, hand jobs, and once, a little upright reverse cowgirl. Oh, there was also one instance of titty fucking and Dean blows his load on her body every once in a while. Big whoop. That's is. Just for the record, I don't care if that's all they did. It just became really boring reading about it, and having both characters hold that pompous torch over their heads like their sex life was like, the best thing ever, omg so much better than everyone else's. If you want to make bored housewives love the titillation factor of your books, you have to make them titillating.
Fantasies are awesome. They truly are. And who doesn't fantasize about being able to go at it all day and all night with their significant other? But really, I did not need to know that Liv is capable of getting herself off in .5 seconds, nor did I ever need to read about it more than once. "I brought myself to a quick, fierce orgasm" is not something I need to read to complete my day. I don't need to fantasize about a woman who gets herself off. Nina Lane felt I needed that.
I love sex. I take it quite seriously. I believe it's a wonderful bonding experience that people should experience as often as possible. So when an author can actually make someone like me shudder at the idea of reading more of it, that's probably a bad sign. I just wanted this book to end, and I got to a point where I groaned every time Dean and Liv were alone together because I knew what was going to happen next. So then I started reading those scenes with an almost clinical detachment. "Thick cock, blah blah, waves of heat, yadda yadda, sucking my sensitive nipples, uh huh..."
Then I actually got so bored, I started reading it in Adventure voice...
"Then he grabs the knot of the towel and pulls it off, his erection springing up between us."
And now, for your reading pleasure, some excerpts.
"I just love the way my husband loves me. His kisses are like whipped cream melting into hot apple pie, like ripe, red cherries, and dark chocolate swirled with peppermint."
"Just the sight of my handsome professor lights a fire inside me."
"The moment Dean's lips touch mine, a warm, scrumptious feeling blooms inside me."
"A wave of pleasure surges beneath my heart as I lean toward my husband like a flower stem bending to the wind."
"My entire body warms with love..."
"...but I'd been so flooded with exhilaration and love..."
"I clutch Dean's hands as an immense happiness and excitement course through me."
"My soul sprouts wings that lift me through the air, twirling and spinning."
"My heart fills with a wild tenderness..."
"...lean in for a longer kiss, feeling that melted-honey sensation slide through my blood."
Are you getting the idea? This is pretty much all that goes on in Liv's mind. There's also this deal with the two of them putting their left hands up, palms together, so their wedding rings click before one of them shifts and their fingers intertwine. Like some Wonder Twins bullshit for the mawkishly sentimental. It might have been cute once. Hell, it might have even survived a second showing. But reading that more than three times had me wishing at least one of these smarmy assholes would lose their hand in a combine.
I suppose I've bitched enough. I also think I've realized why I enjoyed the first book; Liv and Dean were almost constantly at each other's throats. Turns out that was far preferable to them oozing smarmy, Hallmark movie sentiments all over the place.
"It's a picture right out of a much beloved, classic fairy tale. Except this fairy tale belongs only to us."
January 7, 2014
5+++++ beautiful, exquisitely written stars!!
Spiral Bliss is by far one of my favorite series of all time. From the very beginning of Dean and Liv's journey in Arouse and then Allure and now, with Awaken, I have been rooting for this couple. I laughed and cried with them through this journey. And now, their story has finally come full circle.
Awaken is exquisitely written in both Liv and Dean's point of view. Everything was well executed and the book captured and held my attention from beginning until the end. I didn't want to put the book down. I didn't want it to end. On the one hand, I'm glad Dean and Liv are finally at a secure place in their relationship without any external threats. But on the other hand, I'm sad because this series is ending.
Awaken immediately picks up where Allure left off, with Dean in Italy to supervise an archeological dig and Liv in Mirror Lake. They both hated the separation, Dean especially. With the threats to his career still looming, he's helpless to do anything. He's frustrated that he can't be there to protect Liv.
Liv hated the separation too but she knew that for them to survive the threats to their marriage, she has to learn to stand up for herself and protect her husband in the process. Furthermore, Liv also needed to confront the ghost of her past and move on. And boy, did she. I was so happy for her. She came full circle in this book. She was no longer the scared and insecure girl that we met in Arouse but a confident and assertive young woman ready to fight for her husband.
I was amazed at how much her character has grown during this series, especially in this book. She was the one who protected Dean and really made a conscious decision to assert herself. I was fist-pumping, saying to my Kindle, "You go, girl," every time she stood her ground, whether it was with Dean, her business, her family. It was awesome to finally see her take charge.
Dean was his usual charming self. There are not enough words to describe how wonderful a hero Dean is. His love for Liv and his passion for her, not just physically, but emotionally as well, was palpable. It was just wonderful to read about a hero who is just so in love with his wife and would really do anything, even sacrifice his own career, just to protect her. He is just amazing.
I just love, love this couple. Their relationship is intense, passionate, vulnerable and as a reader, you just can't help but cheer for them. When I was reading this book, I felt like I knew these people. And seriously, I want to hurt those who wanted to hurt them in this book. And trust me, there are a lot of people who wanted to hurt them, their careers, their marriage. And if trust me again, you'd want to hurt those people too for causing so much misery and heartbreak for both Dean and Liv.
And I would remiss if I don't mention that this book is HOT. Like scorching, melt-your-panties, HOT. Dean and Liv have this explosive chemistry and Nina Lane can write a sexy scene like nobody's business. There are a lot of smexy times in this book but let me assure you that each of those smexy scenes were fabulously written and add so much to really knowing what Dean and Liv's relationship is like.
One surprising thing about this book for me was the humor. I just loved that Dean and Live, despite the things that they're going through, when they are together, can actually laugh and be silly with each other. It's refreshing to read that. Some of my fave quotes and funniest moments really came from scenes where Dean and Live were being silly, playful and sweet to each other.
*sigh*
I could talk all day about this book. I just loved it that much. It's unforgettable and truly amazing. Read this series, people.
Full review will be posted during the blog tour stop on my blog...
Weeeeh!! I got my ARC!! Yeeeeaaaahhhhhh!!!
I can't wait to read more about Professor Dean and Liv!!
Spiral Bliss is by far one of my favorite series of all time. From the very beginning of Dean and Liv's journey in Arouse and then Allure and now, with Awaken, I have been rooting for this couple. I laughed and cried with them through this journey. And now, their story has finally come full circle.
Awaken is exquisitely written in both Liv and Dean's point of view. Everything was well executed and the book captured and held my attention from beginning until the end. I didn't want to put the book down. I didn't want it to end. On the one hand, I'm glad Dean and Liv are finally at a secure place in their relationship without any external threats. But on the other hand, I'm sad because this series is ending.
Awaken immediately picks up where Allure left off, with Dean in Italy to supervise an archeological dig and Liv in Mirror Lake. They both hated the separation, Dean especially. With the threats to his career still looming, he's helpless to do anything. He's frustrated that he can't be there to protect Liv.
Liv hated the separation too but she knew that for them to survive the threats to their marriage, she has to learn to stand up for herself and protect her husband in the process. Furthermore, Liv also needed to confront the ghost of her past and move on. And boy, did she. I was so happy for her. She came full circle in this book. She was no longer the scared and insecure girl that we met in Arouse but a confident and assertive young woman ready to fight for her husband.
I was amazed at how much her character has grown during this series, especially in this book. She was the one who protected Dean and really made a conscious decision to assert herself. I was fist-pumping, saying to my Kindle, "You go, girl," every time she stood her ground, whether it was with Dean, her business, her family. It was awesome to finally see her take charge.
“I can think of a thousand reasons to say no,” he says.
“Me too.” I press a hand to my chest and close my eyes.
“But if we look hard enough, we can always find a reason to say no. We can always find a reason to be afraid. So maybe it’s time to stop looking and see what finds us instead.”
Dean was his usual charming self. There are not enough words to describe how wonderful a hero Dean is. His love for Liv and his passion for her, not just physically, but emotionally as well, was palpable. It was just wonderful to read about a hero who is just so in love with his wife and would really do anything, even sacrifice his own career, just to protect her. He is just amazing.
“You’re beautiful. You’re my wish come true.”
I just love, love this couple. Their relationship is intense, passionate, vulnerable and as a reader, you just can't help but cheer for them. When I was reading this book, I felt like I knew these people. And seriously, I want to hurt those who wanted to hurt them in this book. And trust me, there are a lot of people who wanted to hurt them, their careers, their marriage. And if trust me again, you'd want to hurt those people too for causing so much misery and heartbreak for both Dean and Liv.
And I would remiss if I don't mention that this book is HOT. Like scorching, melt-your-panties, HOT. Dean and Liv have this explosive chemistry and Nina Lane can write a sexy scene like nobody's business. There are a lot of smexy times in this book but let me assure you that each of those smexy scenes were fabulously written and add so much to really knowing what Dean and Liv's relationship is like.
One surprising thing about this book for me was the humor. I just loved that Dean and Live, despite the things that they're going through, when they are together, can actually laugh and be silly with each other. It's refreshing to read that. Some of my fave quotes and funniest moments really came from scenes where Dean and Live were being silly, playful and sweet to each other.
“You know I love you like a bee loves honey.”
“You know I can’t wait to pollinate your flower.” I chuckle.
“It’s been a while since you have, huh?”
“Way too long, baby.”
*sigh*
I could talk all day about this book. I just loved it that much. It's unforgettable and truly amazing. Read this series, people.
Full review will be posted during the blog tour stop on my blog...
Weeeeh!! I got my ARC!! Yeeeeaaaahhhhhh!!!
I can't wait to read more about Professor Dean and Liv!!
December 9, 2013
Found out that Awaken will be coming out January 7/2014!!! YAY! I can't wait until you all get to see Dean and Olivia again!!!
I just finished my beta read..and all I can say at this point is that the book is dang HOT!
Wonderful and sexy..but that's pretty much all I can say at this time!!
Waiting for Professor Dean West was worth it!!
Second Beta read finished!! Professor Dean West can rock my world anytime! OMG...the scenes of him and Liv together in this book was beyond sizzling! I can't wait to hear people's thoughts when they finally get to read it!!! PHEW!
I just finished my beta read..and all I can say at this point is that the book is dang HOT!
Wonderful and sexy..but that's pretty much all I can say at this time!!
Waiting for Professor Dean West was worth it!!
Second Beta read finished!! Professor Dean West can rock my world anytime! OMG...the scenes of him and Liv together in this book was beyond sizzling! I can't wait to hear people's thoughts when they finally get to read it!!! PHEW!
July 28, 2014
Overall Dean and Liv deserve
5--BEAUTYful--Stars!
What an EPIC ending to Dean and Liv's journey. If you haven't read the Spiral of Bliss series, I can't recommend it enough. Dean and Liv are one of the most REAL couples.
Warning: Contains spoilers if you haven't read Allure and Arouse
Awaken picks up where Arouse left off. Dean and Liv suffered the heart-breaking loss of their baby and Dean was accused of sexually harassing one of his students.
Maggie
Gah...I seriously hate you.
Dean is off doing an archeological dig
Being apart is hard for Dean and Liv. Dean with his intense need to protect Liv and Liv with her intense need to prove herself to Dean.
When Dean and Liv are together everything else just melts away. The painful loss of the baby, the sexual harassment allegations, Liv's past, Dean's past.
“Somehow, always, everything is okay when it’s just the two of us alone together.”
After all that Dean and Liv have been through they just want things to be like they were in the beginning, when things were simple and it was just Dean and Liv and their love for each other.
So Dean courts Liv...they date again. They remember what it was that made the fall in love in the first place. They forget about all of the things that they have been through and just be.
I fell in love with Dean and Liv all over again.
Liv's dreams.....
Damn...they were HOT!!!!!!
Together Dean and Liv find their way back to each other, face the battles before them and come out on the other side even stronger.
Read this series and fall in love with Professor Marvel and his Beauty.
“You and me, professor.”
“You and me, beauty.”
5--BEAUTYful--Stars!
What an EPIC ending to Dean and Liv's journey. If you haven't read the Spiral of Bliss series, I can't recommend it enough. Dean and Liv are one of the most REAL couples.
Warning: Contains spoilers if you haven't read Allure and Arouse
Awaken picks up where Arouse left off. Dean and Liv suffered the heart-breaking loss of their baby and Dean was accused of sexually harassing one of his students.
Maggie
Gah...I seriously hate you.
Dean is off doing an archeological dig
Being apart is hard for Dean and Liv. Dean with his intense need to protect Liv and Liv with her intense need to prove herself to Dean.
When Dean and Liv are together everything else just melts away. The painful loss of the baby, the sexual harassment allegations, Liv's past, Dean's past.
“Somehow, always, everything is okay when it’s just the two of us alone together.”
After all that Dean and Liv have been through they just want things to be like they were in the beginning, when things were simple and it was just Dean and Liv and their love for each other.
So Dean courts Liv...they date again. They remember what it was that made the fall in love in the first place. They forget about all of the things that they have been through and just be.
I fell in love with Dean and Liv all over again.
Liv's dreams.....
Damn...they were HOT!!!!!!
Together Dean and Liv find their way back to each other, face the battles before them and come out on the other side even stronger.
Read this series and fall in love with Professor Marvel and his Beauty.
“You and me, professor.”
“You and me, beauty.”
January 16, 2014
6****** sensual, beautiful and PERFECT stars!!
OMG where do I start with this review, first of all I 100% fell in love with Dean and Liv all over again in this one, Nina has exceeded herself not only with Dean and Liv and their complete devotion for each other but the story really did grab me in, I couldn't put it down...
Whats it about?
At the end of Allure Dean is now dealing with an alleged sexual harassment charge at Kings university with one of his students, so he is taking some time away in Italy to do some research and get away from things back at the university, and this is their conclusion how they became more strong and how they became complete.
Dean and Liv are thousands of miles away from each other so are therefore dealing with life independently and yearning for each other...
This does not mean they are any less connected to each other with the internet and phone calls they are able to continue to communicate but they still miss each other.
Mrs Olivia West
Liv in the past books has had to deal with miscarriage and marriage difficulties where she has very much needed to rely on Dean for everything, her whole world was Dean and it still is but what I loved about this book is Liv really does come into her own this is where she finds herself, what she wanted out of life, what she wanted out of her marriage and I found her being the strength in the relationship rather than the other way round. Dean is needing her strength more in this one and Liv comes full force, stands up to her mother, finds an occupation that she loves, keeps herself busy and is there whole heartedly for Dean, but ultimately she believed in herself and could achieve what she wanted to be.
Professor Dean West
If I had one word that would sum up Dean it would be PERFECT why? He's Hot, sexy, loyal, loving, protective and his love for Liv is the one thing that oozes out of the pages, really he is going through a hard time with the sexual harassment charge hanging over his head he still is always their for his wife, but when they are in their bubble nothing else matters and of course life is getting in the way, people are trying to drag him down but they both keep pulling through communicating together and Dean is one character that I will miss. There are usually something that drives me slightly mad, puzzles me or confuses me but Dean and Liv as a married couple do lean on each other, I have no faults in them as a couple and individually I would say they have been through the problems that have been in their marriage and because of that they are stronger than ever.
The sexy
I felt completely connected to them and because of that the sex scenes rocked my world!! Their chemistry together is Intense, their scenes were sensual, sexy, HOT, animalistic but it wasn't just sex to me but LOVE. It was deep, and because they are a married couple they know each other therefore those scenes were explosive, Dean was a doting Husband who knew how to press Livs buttons and vis-versa. Keep a bucket of cold water by your side and box of tissues at the ready.
The Dirty
The sweet
My lasting thoughts
Okay I've said this in my previous reviews in Arouse and Allure and I'll say it again I found this series refreshing, I usually 9 out of 10 times read girl meets boy, date, fall in love, get married, have kids= HEA. What I love and adore about this series as its normal life, normal problems about marriage and working together, getting stronger. I have loved reading the effects of their unity, their love and how they have been through the tough and are now at the other end stronger than ever. This book was the Icing on the cake Nina turning the notch up with everything, the writing was brilliant, flowed well easy to grasp, and the chemistry and connection between them blew me away.....
So will I recommend this series: Yes
Will I re-read: Yes
Will I read anything Nina Lane writes in the future: YES YES and YES
And lastly a BIG thank you to SueBee for organising the buddy read and to Patty, Melissa, Elizabeth, Linda and anyone I've missed out I've really enjoyed chatting with you all <3
OMG where do I start with this review, first of all I 100% fell in love with Dean and Liv all over again in this one, Nina has exceeded herself not only with Dean and Liv and their complete devotion for each other but the story really did grab me in, I couldn't put it down...
Whats it about?
At the end of Allure Dean is now dealing with an alleged sexual harassment charge at Kings university with one of his students, so he is taking some time away in Italy to do some research and get away from things back at the university, and this is their conclusion how they became more strong and how they became complete.
Dean and Liv are thousands of miles away from each other so are therefore dealing with life independently and yearning for each other...
This does not mean they are any less connected to each other with the internet and phone calls they are able to continue to communicate but they still miss each other.
Mrs Olivia West
Liv in the past books has had to deal with miscarriage and marriage difficulties where she has very much needed to rely on Dean for everything, her whole world was Dean and it still is but what I loved about this book is Liv really does come into her own this is where she finds herself, what she wanted out of life, what she wanted out of her marriage and I found her being the strength in the relationship rather than the other way round. Dean is needing her strength more in this one and Liv comes full force, stands up to her mother, finds an occupation that she loves, keeps herself busy and is there whole heartedly for Dean, but ultimately she believed in herself and could achieve what she wanted to be.
Professor Dean West
If I had one word that would sum up Dean it would be PERFECT why? He's Hot, sexy, loyal, loving, protective and his love for Liv is the one thing that oozes out of the pages, really he is going through a hard time with the sexual harassment charge hanging over his head he still is always their for his wife, but when they are in their bubble nothing else matters and of course life is getting in the way, people are trying to drag him down but they both keep pulling through communicating together and Dean is one character that I will miss. There are usually something that drives me slightly mad, puzzles me or confuses me but Dean and Liv as a married couple do lean on each other, I have no faults in them as a couple and individually I would say they have been through the problems that have been in their marriage and because of that they are stronger than ever.
The sexy
I felt completely connected to them and because of that the sex scenes rocked my world!! Their chemistry together is Intense, their scenes were sensual, sexy, HOT, animalistic but it wasn't just sex to me but LOVE. It was deep, and because they are a married couple they know each other therefore those scenes were explosive, Dean was a doting Husband who knew how to press Livs buttons and vis-versa. Keep a bucket of cold water by your side and box of tissues at the ready.
The Dirty
The sweet
" I wish it could be like this forever," I whisper. "Just us and the stars."
"pie loves you, professor," I whisper. "Have faith in me, okay?" "Ah, Liv." He presses his lips to my forehead. "I don't have faith in anyone but you."
"You promised you would kiss me for a long time, "I whisper. "How about we start right now?"
My lasting thoughts
Okay I've said this in my previous reviews in Arouse and Allure and I'll say it again I found this series refreshing, I usually 9 out of 10 times read girl meets boy, date, fall in love, get married, have kids= HEA. What I love and adore about this series as its normal life, normal problems about marriage and working together, getting stronger. I have loved reading the effects of their unity, their love and how they have been through the tough and are now at the other end stronger than ever. This book was the Icing on the cake Nina turning the notch up with everything, the writing was brilliant, flowed well easy to grasp, and the chemistry and connection between them blew me away.....
So will I recommend this series: Yes
Will I re-read: Yes
Will I read anything Nina Lane writes in the future: YES YES and YES
And lastly a BIG thank you to SueBee for organising the buddy read and to Patty, Melissa, Elizabeth, Linda and anyone I've missed out I've really enjoyed chatting with you all <3
July 13, 2016
Oh please stop Professor! *blushing*
I love you too darling.... :D
My God, I just can't get enough of this series... Loved it so much!!! <3
I love you too darling.... :D
My God, I just can't get enough of this series... Loved it so much!!! <3
January 17, 2014
5 Beautiful, Heartwarming & Passionate Stars
Anyone can love, but it takes Liv and Dean to love like THIS.
Love is a journey. It doesn't end at the happily ever after. Boy kisses girl, they fall in love, they get married and they ride together into the sunset. That's for fairytales. The real love stories, the deep and meaningful ones start when the lights dim and the problems start. True love endures and awaits. Hurts and cries. And sometimes, some special times it wins. And it is more than beautiful. It's breathtaking and awe-inspiring.
Love the one who proves to you that happily ever after is only the beginning.
Liv and her Professor went through such turmoil and heartbreak. Their bond was challenged and the questioned if love is enough to hold together a marriage, shaken by accusations, tragedy, family and everyday stress. Liv questioned her place in the world and her insecurities threatened her happiness. Dean's over-protectiveness smothered a free spirit that needed to find her own wings and fly. But these aren't some trivial feelings they share to be so easily discarded.
"This intense precious bond we share that is more than desire, more than tenderness, more than adoration, more than love."
Dean is now in Italy, trying to find the best way to emerge winner in an ugly battle of lies and false accusations. Liv is at home, trying to find what she wants to do. Apart by circumstances, they will come to realise that only together they can fight, live and breathe.
Emotional, realistic and helplessly romantic Spiral of Bliss Series is a must read. Nina Lane weaves a love story between two imperfect people, but perfect to each other, that teach us that love is invincible in battle, with its flaws and up and downs. Lyric, full of passion and so damn HOT, Dean & Liv's story will stay with me forever and take my breath away every time I remember them...
Highly Recommended to all romance readers! You got to read this series...
Pre-release excitement...
Expected publication: January 7th 2014
Another Birthday release!!!! :D
Sorry guys, birthday party will have to wait... I will be reading Awaken that day!
Anyone can love, but it takes Liv and Dean to love like THIS.
Love is a journey. It doesn't end at the happily ever after. Boy kisses girl, they fall in love, they get married and they ride together into the sunset. That's for fairytales. The real love stories, the deep and meaningful ones start when the lights dim and the problems start. True love endures and awaits. Hurts and cries. And sometimes, some special times it wins. And it is more than beautiful. It's breathtaking and awe-inspiring.
Love the one who proves to you that happily ever after is only the beginning.
Liv and her Professor went through such turmoil and heartbreak. Their bond was challenged and the questioned if love is enough to hold together a marriage, shaken by accusations, tragedy, family and everyday stress. Liv questioned her place in the world and her insecurities threatened her happiness. Dean's over-protectiveness smothered a free spirit that needed to find her own wings and fly. But these aren't some trivial feelings they share to be so easily discarded.
"This intense precious bond we share that is more than desire, more than tenderness, more than adoration, more than love."
Dean is now in Italy, trying to find the best way to emerge winner in an ugly battle of lies and false accusations. Liv is at home, trying to find what she wants to do. Apart by circumstances, they will come to realise that only together they can fight, live and breathe.
Emotional, realistic and helplessly romantic Spiral of Bliss Series is a must read. Nina Lane weaves a love story between two imperfect people, but perfect to each other, that teach us that love is invincible in battle, with its flaws and up and downs. Lyric, full of passion and so damn HOT, Dean & Liv's story will stay with me forever and take my breath away every time I remember them...
Highly Recommended to all romance readers! You got to read this series...
Pre-release excitement...
Expected publication: January 7th 2014
Another Birthday release!!!! :D
Sorry guys, birthday party will have to wait... I will be reading Awaken that day!
February 13, 2016
Connections...we all crave them. They're the basis for everything and no one comes to terms with that better than Dean and Liv in this third book of their saga. They've come together, they've struggled and now it's time to come together again.
And they do it so bloody well...and over and over again! ;) Yes...this book is all about that connection as well. The Professor is definitely a master at that so, no disappointments there!
However, when the book first starts, Dean is off to Italy for an archaeology dig. He needed to be away...not only from all the drama with his prior student but for him and Liv to realize how much they need...and want each other.
And Liv needed to grow up. And Dean needed to let her. She's come to rely on Dean far too much so I was really happy with the way she took care of business.
And speaking of businesses, well, we all knew it was headed in that direction and I was really happy with the way it brought certain people together.
Also...the Butterfly House, again not a surprise but holy hell...what happened in the tower? What a great scene! Nothing like breaking it in!
Then, there's the inevitable drama x2! Both over the top and just a little sad. I guess they needed to be in the story but I was happen when both of them were over! I did love all the support shown to Dean...about damn time!
And the epilogue...that was priceless!
I'm looking forward to reading more about it in Arrive and I'm thrilled the author wrote another book, Adore coming out February 9th. Now can she just write a book for Kelsey?
(ETA: While reading Adore, I found out she has written a book! Yay!)
Favorite quote:
♥ “Dean, having a child doesn’t make our lives not us,” I say gently. “It makes our lives more than us.”
And they do it so bloody well...and over and over again! ;) Yes...this book is all about that connection as well. The Professor is definitely a master at that so, no disappointments there!
However, when the book first starts, Dean is off to Italy for an archaeology dig. He needed to be away...not only from all the drama with his prior student but for him and Liv to realize how much they need...and want each other.
And Liv needed to grow up. And Dean needed to let her. She's come to rely on Dean far too much so I was really happy with the way she took care of business.
And speaking of businesses, well, we all knew it was headed in that direction and I was really happy with the way it brought certain people together.
Also...the Butterfly House, again not a surprise but holy hell...what happened in the tower? What a great scene! Nothing like breaking it in!
Then, there's the inevitable drama x2! Both over the top and just a little sad. I guess they needed to be in the story but I was happen when both of them were over! I did love all the support shown to Dean...about damn time!
And the epilogue...that was priceless!
I'm looking forward to reading more about it in Arrive and I'm thrilled the author wrote another book, Adore coming out February 9th. Now can she just write a book for Kelsey?
(ETA: While reading Adore, I found out she has written a book! Yay!)
Favorite quote:
♥ “Dean, having a child doesn’t make our lives not us,” I say gently. “It makes our lives more than us.”
August 9, 2015
"Love the one who proves to
you that happily ever after
is only the beginning."
I don't know why I've waited so long to read the last book in this incredible series.
Maybe I was a little afraid it wouldn't be as good as the previous books...or maybe I just couldn't deal with the fact that this is THE END.
It really doesn't matter now...because I freaking LOVED IT!!!
AWAKEN is my first 5 ✭✭✭✭ read in 2015.
I'm still not ready to say goodbye to
Liv & Dean yet. That's why I've decided to read the first two books again! Yes, it really was THAT GOOD :D
January 7, 2014
This song must play in the back of Liv’s mind every time she is near her sexy Professor...
This was a great conclusion for Professor West and Liv. I enjoyed Liv finding herself and our favorite couple handling life together. Simply put, I love the way this couple loves one another. They are truly swoon worthy!
”My husband doesn’t just love me. He knows how to love me.”
Maggie Hamilton and her charges of sexually misconduct are still lurking and will come to ahead in this book. Fans will be happy with the conclusion…
Liv’s mother Crystal graces readers with her appearance, while we learn more about Liv’s past.
I know Goodreads’ friends are going to think I’m crazy, but for me there were too many sex scenes and I may have skimmed some.
Yeah I know…
No matter what is thrown in the West’s path I have no doubts that they will handle it together!
”I love that you love me, professor.”
I love loving you, beauty.”
Overall, Dean and Liv are a 5 Star couple!
This was a great conclusion for Professor West and Liv. I enjoyed Liv finding herself and our favorite couple handling life together. Simply put, I love the way this couple loves one another. They are truly swoon worthy!
”My husband doesn’t just love me. He knows how to love me.”
Maggie Hamilton and her charges of sexually misconduct are still lurking and will come to ahead in this book. Fans will be happy with the conclusion…
Liv’s mother Crystal graces readers with her appearance, while we learn more about Liv’s past.
I know Goodreads’ friends are going to think I’m crazy, but for me there were too many sex scenes and I may have skimmed some.
Yeah I know…
No matter what is thrown in the West’s path I have no doubts that they will handle it together!
”I love that you love me, professor.”
I love loving you, beauty.”
Overall, Dean and Liv are a 5 Star couple!
January 7, 2014
5 stars - Exquisitely beautiful, intensely erotic. Books like this remind me just why I love reading so much.
The first two books in the Spiral of Bliss trilogy, Arouse and Allure, were amongst my favourites in 2013 and I’d been looking forward to reading the conclusion to Liv & Dean’s story for a long time and I will admit to a small fear that Awaken wouldn’t live up to my expectations as we bring their story full circle to a close but my fear proved to be ungrounded and it was just so good to be back in their world, their insular little bubble. As soon as I started Awaken, the beautiful almost lyrical writing style instantly evoked the spirit of the first two books and I immediately fell straight back in step with the central characters and the feelings and emotions came flooding back as I was instantly transported back into the intensity that is their story. I was lost once more and I didn’t want to be found.
This was just an exquisite reading experience. Books like Arouse, Allure and Awaken, the whole Spiral of Bliss trilogy, remind me just why I love reading so much. So often, when reading romance, I fall head over heels in love with the hero and that’s definitely the case with Dean, our Professor Hottie, but I also found myself feeling that way about Liv, our heroine. Her character rings out loud and true from the words on the page and there’s just something about Liv that has made her pretty much my favourite literary heroine ever. There’s an incredible innocence and purity about her, despite the trials of her past, her dark experiences – she’s got an almost ethereal presence. I can see what Dean sees in her, why she fires those protective instincts in him but Liv is a girl who knows her own mind and is now trying to step out from Dean’s protective cocoon and make a name for herself in the world. With her husband’s backing, of course.
As the story progresses, Liv & Dean have to deal with the fallout from events that took place in Allure. I don’t want to give away the plot but Dean has to take a leave of absence and leave Liv behind for a while as he deals with the accusations laid at his feet while Liv tries to get over her loss and get herself back on her feet after losing yet another job.
Their absence from one another is beautifully told. There’s an almost physical pain in the longing these two share for one another, how difficult it is for them to be apart and their desperate need for one another is a tangible thing. They may share some sexy phone calls and online video chats but it’s not the same and their separation is incredibly hard for them and for me as a reader. I just wanted nothing more than for the two of them to be back together – for the world outside to stop snapping at their heels, trying to tarnish the beautiful love that they share.
Liv’s feckless, selfish mother makes a reappearance much to mine and Dean’s disgust. She tries to reconnect with Liv but senses tension in her daughter's relationship with her husband and tries to make her see it differently from her prospective. When she puts her spin on it, I could see what she was saying but she knows nothing about love and Dean and Liv know everything about love. She made me so ANGRY I wanted to bare my teeth and growl at her – she attempted to tarnish their relationship, make it into something dirty and sordid when, to me at least, it’s one of the purest love stories I think I’ve ever had the honour to read.
Dean – well, just how much do I love that gorgeous, sexy Professor?? Immeasurably, I suspect. I felt his pain and angst so keenly in Awaken. He’s had his hand forced and is now being separated from everything that he loves – his wife, his job, academia by the actions of a selfish, foolish girl. All he wants is to be left alone to love his wife and teach his students but the outside world has a nasty way of interfering and attempting to burst his bubble. He’s so strong, so protective and so incredibly in love with Liv but he realises he needs to let go a little and give her some space and freedom and I admired the way he did this when every single one of his instincts was crying out to grab her and hide away with her and just protect her from the wolves at the door. He has a lot to deal with in Awaken and there were times when my heart just melted for the pain he was suffering.
I think what struck me as I was reading Awaken was just how deeply I’ve fallen into these books. The whole trilogy is exquisitely beautiful, intensely erotic and so full of deep emotions that I’ve just been lost in their story. The character development here is second to none as Nina Lane delivers both a hero and a heroine that I don’t think I can or will ever forget. They’re completely believable and will live forever in my imagination. This is a story about the purity of love and it’s so beautifully paced that all the reader needs to do is just give themself over to Nina and let her take you on a beautiful sensual ride of elegant romance and just go with the flow. It’ll make you happy, sad and angry all in one fell swoop as it’s angsty and sorrowful despite being incredibly uplifting and full of hope. It’s a stellar reading experience, not to be missed and a Sinfully Sexy recommendation.
5 exquisite stars
“I’m at your feet forever, Olivia Rose,” I whispered the instant before our lips met. “I’ll move heaven and earth to give you whatever you want, whatever you need.”
“Oh, Dean.” She pressed her hand to the side of my face.
“All I need is you.”
The first two books in the Spiral of Bliss trilogy, Arouse and Allure, were amongst my favourites in 2013 and I’d been looking forward to reading the conclusion to Liv & Dean’s story for a long time and I will admit to a small fear that Awaken wouldn’t live up to my expectations as we bring their story full circle to a close but my fear proved to be ungrounded and it was just so good to be back in their world, their insular little bubble. As soon as I started Awaken, the beautiful almost lyrical writing style instantly evoked the spirit of the first two books and I immediately fell straight back in step with the central characters and the feelings and emotions came flooding back as I was instantly transported back into the intensity that is their story. I was lost once more and I didn’t want to be found.
“It’s amazing, isn’t it?” I say. “That we found each other and flew in love. How strong we are together, how much more we’ve become because we know how to love each other. How so much has changed…”
This was just an exquisite reading experience. Books like Arouse, Allure and Awaken, the whole Spiral of Bliss trilogy, remind me just why I love reading so much. So often, when reading romance, I fall head over heels in love with the hero and that’s definitely the case with Dean, our Professor Hottie, but I also found myself feeling that way about Liv, our heroine. Her character rings out loud and true from the words on the page and there’s just something about Liv that has made her pretty much my favourite literary heroine ever. There’s an incredible innocence and purity about her, despite the trials of her past, her dark experiences – she’s got an almost ethereal presence. I can see what Dean sees in her, why she fires those protective instincts in him but Liv is a girl who knows her own mind and is now trying to step out from Dean’s protective cocoon and make a name for herself in the world. With her husband’s backing, of course.
This man would give me the stars, the moon, the sun. He has slayed monsters for me and alongside me. He’s battled through dark, tangled woods with me because he has never once wavered in his belief that we are meant to be forever. He would do anything for me. For us.
He’s a rare gift, my husband, perfect and flawed and completely, unreservedly mine.
As the story progresses, Liv & Dean have to deal with the fallout from events that took place in Allure. I don’t want to give away the plot but Dean has to take a leave of absence and leave Liv behind for a while as he deals with the accusations laid at his feet while Liv tries to get over her loss and get herself back on her feet after losing yet another job.
Their absence from one another is beautifully told. There’s an almost physical pain in the longing these two share for one another, how difficult it is for them to be apart and their desperate need for one another is a tangible thing. They may share some sexy phone calls and online video chats but it’s not the same and their separation is incredibly hard for them and for me as a reader. I just wanted nothing more than for the two of them to be back together – for the world outside to stop snapping at their heels, trying to tarnish the beautiful love that they share.
Still scares me sometimes. How much I love her. All this stuff about her needing me, relying on me, depending on me… when I’m the one who can’t take his next breath without her.
Liv’s feckless, selfish mother makes a reappearance much to mine and Dean’s disgust. She tries to reconnect with Liv but senses tension in her daughter's relationship with her husband and tries to make her see it differently from her prospective. When she puts her spin on it, I could see what she was saying but she knows nothing about love and Dean and Liv know everything about love. She made me so ANGRY I wanted to bare my teeth and growl at her – she attempted to tarnish their relationship, make it into something dirty and sordid when, to me at least, it’s one of the purest love stories I think I’ve ever had the honour to read.
Dean – well, just how much do I love that gorgeous, sexy Professor?? Immeasurably, I suspect. I felt his pain and angst so keenly in Awaken. He’s had his hand forced and is now being separated from everything that he loves – his wife, his job, academia by the actions of a selfish, foolish girl. All he wants is to be left alone to love his wife and teach his students but the outside world has a nasty way of interfering and attempting to burst his bubble. He’s so strong, so protective and so incredibly in love with Liv but he realises he needs to let go a little and give her some space and freedom and I admired the way he did this when every single one of his instincts was crying out to grab her and hide away with her and just protect her from the wolves at the door. He has a lot to deal with in Awaken and there were times when my heart just melted for the pain he was suffering.
“When we first met, I felt like I’d woken up,” he says, his gaze on the floor. “Like everything before you had just been the prologue to my real life. I’d spent all those years waiting for you, not even knowing I was waiting, and then you were there. The second I saw you, I knew I’d do whatever it took to make you mine. But even when I did…it scared the hell out of me, being with you.”
You’re the only woman who’s ever made me afraid.
I think what struck me as I was reading Awaken was just how deeply I’ve fallen into these books. The whole trilogy is exquisitely beautiful, intensely erotic and so full of deep emotions that I’ve just been lost in their story. The character development here is second to none as Nina Lane delivers both a hero and a heroine that I don’t think I can or will ever forget. They’re completely believable and will live forever in my imagination. This is a story about the purity of love and it’s so beautifully paced that all the reader needs to do is just give themself over to Nina and let her take you on a beautiful sensual ride of elegant romance and just go with the flow. It’ll make you happy, sad and angry all in one fell swoop as it’s angsty and sorrowful despite being incredibly uplifting and full of hope. It’s a stellar reading experience, not to be missed and a Sinfully Sexy recommendation.
I tighten my arms around my wife, knowing that in years to come I’ll have to let go in ways I’ve never imagined. And somehow, that will be okay.
I understand now, for the first time ever. Love is both so complicated and so simple because it’s all the emotions in the universe distilled into one.
5 exquisite stars
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September 24, 2014
5 BLISSFUL STARS! ★★★★★
"And the most valuable lesson I’ve learned will forever live in my heart, right beside my husband. Love the one who proves to you that happily ever after is only the beginning.”
I swooned, I cried, I laughed and then I cried more. But above all, I fell in love with Dean & Liv's story over and over again throughout the entire series.
I have no more other words to utter than I've already said in my previous reviews. The title of the series speaks for itself; it was truly a Spiral of Bliss.
Thank you Nina Lane for gifting us one of the most remarkable, unforgettable love story. For allowing us to experience Dean & Liv's story as it finally comes back to a full circle. For showing us the perfectly imperfect love.
*******
*******
PS: Sorry this isn't my usual wordy review. Perhaps one day when I revisit this book again, I'll rewrite it :) But as of now, I'd like to curl up in a ball and deal with the bittersweet feeling of this series ending ♥
"And the most valuable lesson I’ve learned will forever live in my heart, right beside my husband. Love the one who proves to you that happily ever after is only the beginning.”
I swooned, I cried, I laughed and then I cried more. But above all, I fell in love with Dean & Liv's story over and over again throughout the entire series.
I have no more other words to utter than I've already said in my previous reviews. The title of the series speaks for itself; it was truly a Spiral of Bliss.
Thank you Nina Lane for gifting us one of the most remarkable, unforgettable love story. For allowing us to experience Dean & Liv's story as it finally comes back to a full circle. For showing us the perfectly imperfect love.
*******
“My white knight. My beautiful, strong, brave husband who loves me more than I ever knew it was possible to be loved.
This man would give me the stars, the moon, the sun. He has slain monsters for me and alongside me. He’s battled through dark, tangled woods with me because he has never once wavered in his belief that we are meant to be forever. He would do anything for me. For us.
He’s a rare gift, my husband, perfect and flawed and completely, unreservedly mine.”
*******
PS: Sorry this isn't my usual wordy review. Perhaps one day when I revisit this book again, I'll rewrite it :) But as of now, I'd like to curl up in a ball and deal with the bittersweet feeling of this series ending ♥
April 23, 2015
5 PERFECTLY IMPERFECT STARS.
As you can see, I'm a mess right now. I can't believe this series is over. Nonono. I need more Dean and Liv. Please. I can't.
I couldn't stop crying while reading the last pages, because omg, this book. And the last lines..wow. It feels like I took this journey with them. This series gave me a lot and this amazes me every time.
So now I'll just curl up into a ball anddie cry..
Thanks again to Karéz for BRing this book with me..
Review to come?? Maybe.
As you can see, I'm a mess right now. I can't believe this series is over. Nonono. I need more Dean and Liv. Please. I can't.
I couldn't stop crying while reading the last pages, because omg, this book. And the last lines..wow. It feels like I took this journey with them. This series gave me a lot and this amazes me every time.
So now I'll just curl up into a ball and
Thanks again to Karéz for BRing this book with me..
Review to come?? Maybe.
February 26, 2014
I expected maybe a little bit more of some parts, but none the less.. the book was beautiful and I loved it.. :D <3
Prof. West melts my heart and panties with his charm, looks and love.
Prof. West melts my heart and panties with his charm, looks and love.
January 10, 2014
5++++ Alluring, Arousing and Amazing stars
'We loved with a love that was more than love. – Edgar Allan Poe'
“I love that you love me, professor.” – Liv West
“I love loving you, beauty.” – Dean West
Jenny: Despite The Spiral of Bliss series being one of our all-time favourites, we’re not going to go into detail about the story. Why? Because we’ve waxed lyrical about this series since we were first introduced to Dean and Live a year ago and we have, since then, been captivated by every word written by this author and Awaken is no exception.
‘I don’t know how it is that this one woman can both bring me to my knees and make me feel like the greatest knight in history.’
What a truly splendid conclusion Awaken was to what has been one of the most moving, emotional, passionate, evocative and truly beautiful stories I have had the pleasure to read. This series encapsulates everything I love about reading and why it is such a passion for me. I will never forget Dean and Liv’s story.
“Beauty, you make me want to stop time so I can look at you forever.” – Dean West
Their love and their story has forever left a mark on my heart and I know you feel the same Gitte. Dean West…words completely and utterly fail me on how much I love this man. He is definitely my favourite book hero, without a doubt! He is the absolute epitome of a true book hero and his love for Olivia is intoxicating!
‘…it’s like someone is squeezing the air out of my lungs. I need that woman in order to breathe.’
Liv is such a beautifully strong and loving heroine and I admired her throughout this whole series. Together Liv and Dean are one of the most inspiring and alluring book couples that I’ve had the pleasure of meeting.
‘He’s a rare gift my husband, perfect and flawed and completely, unreservedly mine.’
Theirs is an all-encompassing love but it is the lessons they learn as individuals and the things they teach one another along the way that is the cornerstone to their success in love, happiness and marriage. Their willingness to bend when needed and remain stoic as required sets them apart.
Gitte, what an end to a series that we’ve lived and breathed for a year!
Gitte: I don’t have any words that will do this series any justice. I want to stand on the tallest podium and applaud Nina Lane for a magnificent series, for giving us an amazing couple; Liv & Dean and a truly passionate, real, emotional and heart inspiring story.
“Okay, beauty.”…”Let’s see what finds us.”
I feel like Liv and Dean are friends, friends I love with all my heart and who’ll always be very special to me. I’ll never forget them.
This series epitomises why I read and what romance is all about. This series is one everyone should pick up and treasure because you truly live alongside them as you cry, laugh, swoon, despair and rejoice with them.
“You and me professor.”
“You and me, beauty.”
This third instalment was everything and more that I could have wished for. This right here is how it’s done. It was perfect! I fell in love all over again and when I turned that last page I cried for everything we have experienced over the three books, through Liv & Dean’s journey. It was truly magical.
Liv & Dean, what can I say? I’ll miss you so very much. I’ve loved every single moment with you.
Liv, you went on a truly amazing journey of growth and self-realisation. You’re one of the most beautiful heroines out there. Your heart is pure and you’re a fighter and how could anyone not fall in complete love with you!!
‘Love the one who proves to you that happily ever after is only the beginning.’
Dean, I’ve never loved a hero as much as you. You embody exactly what makes the perfect man in my opinion. If I was to conjure one up he’d be in the image of you. Intelligent, passionate, loving, goofy and a true knight who loves fervently.
‘This man would give me the stars, the moon, the sun. He has slain monsters for me and alongside me. He’s battled through dark tangled woods with me because he has never once wavered in his belief that we are meant to be forever. He would do anything for me. For us.’
Together ‘Liv & Dean’ just is; a truly astounding love story!
J&G: We decided not to break the story down and give you a convoluted review because to do so would simply ruin the beauty that was the conclusion to Dean and Liv’s memorable story. Awaken needs to experienced and savoured first hand. If you’ve read Arouse and Allure then you know that this author possesses a rare and true talent. Nina Lane has captivated us, she has had our hearts racing with passion and emotion and she has broken our hearts, lifted our hearts and had us truly believing every word she wrote about Dean and Liv’s.
“You’re the first woman who’s ever made me afraid. Afraid of how good this is. Afraid it won’t last. Scared to death of losing you.”
The growth we have seen in these characters over the course of their story has left us mesmerized and is a true testament to Nina’s writing talent. We will miss Dean and Liv immensely but we are forever thankful that we got to meet them, that we got to watch their love grow and that we got to watch them grow as individuals. Dean and Liv possess a love like no other but is love enough? Awaken gave us an insight into their marriage and a conclusion to their story that left us breathless.
If you haven’t read the Spiral of Bliss series, we want to shout from the rooftops that this HAS to be added to your TBR’s. This is one of those gems, one of those special stories that will forever capture your heart and touch your soul.
Arc provided by Author in exchange for an honest review.
January 11, 2014
FIVE STARS!!!!
(BR with Melissa, SueBee, Katy, Elizabeth, Gisele, Alleskelle, and Linda)
BRILLIANT, BEAUTIFUL, ROMANTIC, and SCORCHING HOT!!
"Awaken" was well worth the wait.
The final chapter in the "Spiral Bliss" series.
This is the conclusion to the love story of Dean and Olivia West.
What I loved about this story was that the characters are a couple that have been married for several years.
They go through some of what every day couples experience and we get to join them on their journey.
I fell in love with this story from the very beginning.
It touched me deeply.
It gave me a Book Boyfriend that will forever be on my Top Ten list and will NEVER be forgotten!!
Professor Dean West!!
What a gorgeous and deliciously SEXY man!!!!
Liv's Knight in Shining Armor!!
He would do anything to keep her safe.
Anything to make her happy.
This man lives to please his woman!!
Why can't we all have our very own Dean West?!!!!!
Liv, is getting back on her feet after her recent miscarriage.
She has grown a lot since the first book.
There were moments that I did just want to shake her, but in the end, we learn this woman has strength, and she too, would sacrifice anything to keep her man safe and happy as well.
She gives Dean strength.
He learns that he can lean on her for support through the toughest of times.
We have some characters who will try their best to split the two apart.
But the bond between Liv and Dean is UNBREAKABLE!!!
I have to mention just how incredibly HOT this book was.
Dean spends time in Italy on an Archaeological Dig while drama ensues at home thanks to a conniving and evil little twit named Maggie Hamilton.
Dean and Liv have been apart for a few months.
When he returns for a visit, their reunion is rather EXPLOSIVE.
Oh I mean that in a very good and VERY HOT WAY!!!
These two can't get enough of each other, and I, for one, enjoyed every sweaty, dirty, and sexy second of it!!!
I thought the ending was beautiful.
We saw these two through some rough times but it all just made their bond so much deeper and stronger.
Their love knows no bounds!!
Dean and Liv get the HEA they deserve and I'm so sad that it's time to say goodbye to this story!!
I hope that there is a possibility that we might get a book for Kelsey and Max!!
They had some chemistry that I'd really like to see pursued in another book!! :)
"You're the only woman I want to look at, beauty."
"The only woman I can see."
Sex is an explosive, overwhelming pleasure for me and my husband. It's an intense craving, an unabashed joy, the place where we can forget everything but each other, where everything is right and pure. It's the one place I can surrender without fear.
Still scares me sometimes. How much I love her. All this stuff about her needing me, relying on me, depending on me...when I'm the one who can't take his next breath without her.
He tightens one arm around my waist and cups the back of my neck with the other. We stare at each other, his eyes dark and intense before his lips come down on mine in a kiss of fierce, tender possession.
And just like that, I fall wildly in love with my husband all over again.
"You're beautiful. You're my wish come true."
"I'll move heaven and earth to give you whatever you want, whatever you need."
"Beauty, you make me want to stop time so I can look at you forever."
Somehow, always, everything is okay when it's just the two of us alone together. It's when we have to deal with the rest of the world that everything gets fucked up.
And I still have no idea what to do about it.
I'll fight forever to give her all the things she never had as a child--love, safety, happiness, protection--but now there's something else, a desperate urge to give her a marriage filled with more, to give her things she didn't even know she wanted.
To give her a life beyond what either of us has ever expected.
"You're the first woman who's ever made me afraid. Afraid of how good this is. Afraid it won't last. Scared to death of losing you."
"You don't know that I never dared to believe a woman like you existed in the world, much less that you'd ever love me or let me love you. You don't know that you fulfilled a million secret wishes I didn't even realize I had.
"You don't know that I started believing in impossible things after I met you. Maybe a person could slide down a rainbow or taste the clouds or count to infinity. Why not, if there was Liv in the world? The stars shone brighter, the colors of the world became more vivid, everything was clearer, happier, better. All because of you."
"You and me, professor."
"You and me, beauty."
Love the one that proves to you that happily ever after is only the beginning.
(BR with Melissa, SueBee, Katy, Elizabeth, Gisele, Alleskelle, and Linda)
BRILLIANT, BEAUTIFUL, ROMANTIC, and SCORCHING HOT!!
"Awaken" was well worth the wait.
The final chapter in the "Spiral Bliss" series.
This is the conclusion to the love story of Dean and Olivia West.
What I loved about this story was that the characters are a couple that have been married for several years.
They go through some of what every day couples experience and we get to join them on their journey.
I fell in love with this story from the very beginning.
It touched me deeply.
It gave me a Book Boyfriend that will forever be on my Top Ten list and will NEVER be forgotten!!
Professor Dean West!!
What a gorgeous and deliciously SEXY man!!!!
Liv's Knight in Shining Armor!!
He would do anything to keep her safe.
Anything to make her happy.
This man lives to please his woman!!
Why can't we all have our very own Dean West?!!!!!
Liv, is getting back on her feet after her recent miscarriage.
She has grown a lot since the first book.
There were moments that I did just want to shake her, but in the end, we learn this woman has strength, and she too, would sacrifice anything to keep her man safe and happy as well.
She gives Dean strength.
He learns that he can lean on her for support through the toughest of times.
We have some characters who will try their best to split the two apart.
But the bond between Liv and Dean is UNBREAKABLE!!!
I have to mention just how incredibly HOT this book was.
Dean spends time in Italy on an Archaeological Dig while drama ensues at home thanks to a conniving and evil little twit named Maggie Hamilton.
Dean and Liv have been apart for a few months.
When he returns for a visit, their reunion is rather EXPLOSIVE.
Oh I mean that in a very good and VERY HOT WAY!!!
These two can't get enough of each other, and I, for one, enjoyed every sweaty, dirty, and sexy second of it!!!
I thought the ending was beautiful.
We saw these two through some rough times but it all just made their bond so much deeper and stronger.
Their love knows no bounds!!
Dean and Liv get the HEA they deserve and I'm so sad that it's time to say goodbye to this story!!
I hope that there is a possibility that we might get a book for Kelsey and Max!!
They had some chemistry that I'd really like to see pursued in another book!! :)
"You're the only woman I want to look at, beauty."
"The only woman I can see."
Sex is an explosive, overwhelming pleasure for me and my husband. It's an intense craving, an unabashed joy, the place where we can forget everything but each other, where everything is right and pure. It's the one place I can surrender without fear.
Still scares me sometimes. How much I love her. All this stuff about her needing me, relying on me, depending on me...when I'm the one who can't take his next breath without her.
He tightens one arm around my waist and cups the back of my neck with the other. We stare at each other, his eyes dark and intense before his lips come down on mine in a kiss of fierce, tender possession.
And just like that, I fall wildly in love with my husband all over again.
"You're beautiful. You're my wish come true."
"I'll move heaven and earth to give you whatever you want, whatever you need."
"Beauty, you make me want to stop time so I can look at you forever."
Somehow, always, everything is okay when it's just the two of us alone together. It's when we have to deal with the rest of the world that everything gets fucked up.
And I still have no idea what to do about it.
I'll fight forever to give her all the things she never had as a child--love, safety, happiness, protection--but now there's something else, a desperate urge to give her a marriage filled with more, to give her things she didn't even know she wanted.
To give her a life beyond what either of us has ever expected.
"You're the first woman who's ever made me afraid. Afraid of how good this is. Afraid it won't last. Scared to death of losing you."
"You don't know that I never dared to believe a woman like you existed in the world, much less that you'd ever love me or let me love you. You don't know that you fulfilled a million secret wishes I didn't even realize I had.
"You don't know that I started believing in impossible things after I met you. Maybe a person could slide down a rainbow or taste the clouds or count to infinity. Why not, if there was Liv in the world? The stars shone brighter, the colors of the world became more vivid, everything was clearer, happier, better. All because of you."
"You and me, professor."
"You and me, beauty."
Love the one that proves to you that happily ever after is only the beginning.
January 13, 2014
5 Beautiful Stars
The book deserved more than a five stars. It was somehow realistic, passionate at fascinating.
I love everything in story. I loved how the characters improved themselves. The writing was superb. The author knew how to captive the attention of readers. You will feel the emotions like you were part of story. Dean & Liv became more stronger from Arouse to Awaken. I like how live stand up to their marriage. How she protected Dean and their relationship against everyone who wants to break them. AT the same time how she proved herself. I can say Liv outshine in the story.
Dean & Liv faces problems both in their marriage and professional life. How their past coming back to them. Trying to used against them. But Dean and Liv proved the power of their love to surpass all the struggling and shown everyone how solid they are.
Liv & Dean is scorching hot couple. Their passionate,sensual and sexy as hell, especially Dean. All the sex scene was definitely remarkable. Can I have my own Professor Dean?
It was overwhelming to fell/read the ending of trilogy. This will definitely leave mark to my heart and I'll never forget for long time.
To ms. Nina Lane
Review posted
Geeeee....Finally, the wait is over! Today is Professor Dean day!!!
Oh Professor,patiently waiting here, few more days,we'll meet again, inhale.exhale
The book deserved more than a five stars. It was somehow realistic, passionate at fascinating.
I love everything in story. I loved how the characters improved themselves. The writing was superb. The author knew how to captive the attention of readers. You will feel the emotions like you were part of story. Dean & Liv became more stronger from Arouse to Awaken. I like how live stand up to their marriage. How she protected Dean and their relationship against everyone who wants to break them. AT the same time how she proved herself. I can say Liv outshine in the story.
Dean & Liv faces problems both in their marriage and professional life. How their past coming back to them. Trying to used against them. But Dean and Liv proved the power of their love to surpass all the struggling and shown everyone how solid they are.
“My husband and I will always be two people living one life of perfect imperfection.”
Liv & Dean is scorching hot couple. Their passionate,sensual and sexy as hell, especially Dean. All the sex scene was definitely remarkable. Can I have my own Professor Dean?
It was overwhelming to fell/read the ending of trilogy. This will definitely leave mark to my heart and I'll never forget for long time.
To ms. Nina Lane
Review posted
Geeeee....Finally, the wait is over! Today is Professor Dean day!!!
Oh Professor,patiently waiting here, few more days,we'll meet again, inhale.exhale
January 12, 2014
5 FORTUNE FAVORS THE BRAVE STARS!
This book/series is exquisite! Nina Lane has blown me away with her story about Dean and Liv. I found myself purposely reading this last book slower than usual because I didn't want this story to end.
We all love our romance stories and root for the guy to get the girl. Well in this case we get to see what life is like after the boy gets the girl. Sometimes it's not all roses, but true love always wins out. Through Dean and Liv's story there is no question that they have true love, you can feel it.
If you fall down seven times, get up eight.
Dean has always been Liv's night in shining armor and has always tried to protect her from anything bad. But as much as he wants to protect her sometimes she needs to stand on her own feet and go through the bad things herself in order to grow.
Both Dean and Liv grow and become even better and stronger individually and as a couple throughout his story. Communication is a key factor in marriage and something they didn't necessarily do well, but once they begin working on their issues they finally get better at this. And let me tell you no matter what issue is going on, there is no issue between them when it comes to their sex life. The chemistry between these two was continuous and they never lost that fire.
"Some things will never change, Liv," he says. "We'll always fall asleep and wake up together. I'll always make you coffee in the morning and teaser you about your bathrobe. We'll always love each other to distraction, argue, hold hands and kiss and awful lot. And I promise you that no matter what, we'll always have us."
"You and me, beauty,” he reminds me, his eyes gentle
“You and me, professor.”
This series was amazing and I highly recommend it to anyone who loves romance stories. This is definitely a favorite of mine.
October 20, 2015
BR with my pretty! <3
I loved the first two books in this trilogy, but the third one didn't exactly wow me. I don't remember Liv being so annoying in the first and second book. She sure was annoying in this one.
Dean was ok.
Nothing else to say, for now.
4 stars
I loved the first two books in this trilogy, but the third one didn't exactly wow me. I don't remember Liv being so annoying in the first and second book. She sure was annoying in this one.
Dean was ok.
Nothing else to say, for now.
4 stars
Want to read
February 26, 2014
…loving this so far!!
April 23, 2015
5 Stars.
Love, love this trilogy.
Love, love this trilogy.
January 11, 2014
(6 I'm yours. Always will be." Stars!)
(BR with Patty, SueBee, Katy, Elizabeth, Gisele, Alleskelle, and Linda)
This book was absolute perfection for me. I loved everything about it. It was definitely a more than five start read for me. Rarely do I enjoy a third book in a series as much as I did this one.
In the beginning Dean is still away on his archeological dig in Italy. He is trying to clear his head and get some much needed time away after all the drama at the University. This gives Liv her own time to heal and somewhat find herself, and realize she can stand on her own. I was proud of Liv, and how strong she became in this book. She really gets a new confidence in herself I didn't see previously. They both learn from their past mistakes, and really grow as evolve as a couple. They continue to face hard issues, but deal with their problems as a team.
This is a couple thoroughly consumed and devoted to one another in such a beautiful way. They have that once in a lifetime, meant to be love that is so special and rare. They have such an intense connection to one another and their chemistry is explosive. Yes...explosive! ;) These two together are electric and absolutely burn for one another.
Professor Dean West has been bumped up near the top of my list for book boyfriends! This man is downright dreamy! Kudos to Nina Lane for creating such a delicious man who is equally as intelligent, loyal, and caring. He really is a good man, and it was so refreshing to read a book about a married couple. They continue to work on their marriage, but most importantly themselves. I loved every minute of this series and felt it was completed to perfection. The only thing I would like now is a story about Max and Kelsey. I would love to see Kelsey get her HEA as well. :)
-I memorized the way my husband looked in that instant, standing beside the car with a slight breeze ruffling his hair, faded jeans hugging his long legs, that warm brown gaze containing a thousand thoughts meant for me alone.
-Oh, my husband's voice. Better than chocolate, hot baths, café mochas, sunshine. Warms me from the inside out and everywhere in between.
-Our eyes meet with a thousand sparks. And then he smiles that gorgeous smile that makes his eyes crease at the corners and takes away what little breath I have left.
-"And now, my beauty," he says, placing his hands on either side of my face, "I'm going to kiss you like I've never kissed you before."
-He lifts his hands and settles them against the back of my neck, his gaze never leaving mine, wraps me in the knowledge of how precious I am to him.
-I'll never forget it, Dean, the instant I looked up and saw you. Something opened in me, something I didn't even know existed. And then when you reached out to touch me...I couldn't believe how I was reacting, this intense, hot pull, like I already knew I belonged to you."
-He's a rare gift, my husband, perfect and flawed and completely, unreservedly mine.
-Liv has always been the one part of my life I got right. Everything fit with her, like sliding a button into a buttonhole. I knew I wanted her. Knew I'd wait for her as long as she needed me to. I knew it would be so easy to love her.
-I look into his eyes filled with a hundred emotions I can't begin to define, but overshadowing them all is the singular love, both fierce and tender, that has always been like the moon for me. A brilliant light in the darkness, ever-present, constant. Forever.
(BR with Patty, SueBee, Katy, Elizabeth, Gisele, Alleskelle, and Linda)
This book was absolute perfection for me. I loved everything about it. It was definitely a more than five start read for me. Rarely do I enjoy a third book in a series as much as I did this one.
In the beginning Dean is still away on his archeological dig in Italy. He is trying to clear his head and get some much needed time away after all the drama at the University. This gives Liv her own time to heal and somewhat find herself, and realize she can stand on her own. I was proud of Liv, and how strong she became in this book. She really gets a new confidence in herself I didn't see previously. They both learn from their past mistakes, and really grow as evolve as a couple. They continue to face hard issues, but deal with their problems as a team.
This is a couple thoroughly consumed and devoted to one another in such a beautiful way. They have that once in a lifetime, meant to be love that is so special and rare. They have such an intense connection to one another and their chemistry is explosive. Yes...explosive! ;) These two together are electric and absolutely burn for one another.
Professor Dean West has been bumped up near the top of my list for book boyfriends! This man is downright dreamy! Kudos to Nina Lane for creating such a delicious man who is equally as intelligent, loyal, and caring. He really is a good man, and it was so refreshing to read a book about a married couple. They continue to work on their marriage, but most importantly themselves. I loved every minute of this series and felt it was completed to perfection. The only thing I would like now is a story about Max and Kelsey. I would love to see Kelsey get her HEA as well. :)
-I memorized the way my husband looked in that instant, standing beside the car with a slight breeze ruffling his hair, faded jeans hugging his long legs, that warm brown gaze containing a thousand thoughts meant for me alone.
-Oh, my husband's voice. Better than chocolate, hot baths, café mochas, sunshine. Warms me from the inside out and everywhere in between.
-Our eyes meet with a thousand sparks. And then he smiles that gorgeous smile that makes his eyes crease at the corners and takes away what little breath I have left.
-"And now, my beauty," he says, placing his hands on either side of my face, "I'm going to kiss you like I've never kissed you before."
-He lifts his hands and settles them against the back of my neck, his gaze never leaving mine, wraps me in the knowledge of how precious I am to him.
-I'll never forget it, Dean, the instant I looked up and saw you. Something opened in me, something I didn't even know existed. And then when you reached out to touch me...I couldn't believe how I was reacting, this intense, hot pull, like I already knew I belonged to you."
-He's a rare gift, my husband, perfect and flawed and completely, unreservedly mine.
-Liv has always been the one part of my life I got right. Everything fit with her, like sliding a button into a buttonhole. I knew I wanted her. Knew I'd wait for her as long as she needed me to. I knew it would be so easy to love her.
-I look into his eyes filled with a hundred emotions I can't begin to define, but overshadowing them all is the singular love, both fierce and tender, that has always been like the moon for me. A brilliant light in the darkness, ever-present, constant. Forever.
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