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Oxford #3
Someone Like You
Lauren Layne’s bestselling Oxford Series continues with the poignant, heartwarming story of New York’s most eligible bachelor, Lincoln Mathis, a man who’s living a lie—until his dream woman takes away the pain.
Lincoln Mathis doesn’t hide his reputation as Manhattan’s ultimate playboy. In fact, he cultivates it. But behind every flirtatious smile, each provocative quip, there’s a secret that Lincoln’s hiding from even his closest friends—a tragedy from his past that holds his heart quietly captive. Lincoln knows what he wants: someone like Daisy Sinclair, the sassy, off-limits bridesmaid he can’t take his eyes off at his best friend’s wedding. He also knows that she’s everything he can never have.
After a devastating divorce, Daisy doesn’t need anyone to warn her off the charming best man at her sister’s wedding. One look at the breathtakingly hot Lincoln Mathis and she knows that he’s exactly the type of man she should avoid. But when Daisy stumbles upon Lincoln’s secret, she realizes there’s more to the charming playboy than meets the eye. And suddenly Daisy and Lincoln find their lives helplessly entwined in a journey that will either heal their damaged souls . . . or destroy them forever.
Lincoln Mathis doesn’t hide his reputation as Manhattan’s ultimate playboy. In fact, he cultivates it. But behind every flirtatious smile, each provocative quip, there’s a secret that Lincoln’s hiding from even his closest friends—a tragedy from his past that holds his heart quietly captive. Lincoln knows what he wants: someone like Daisy Sinclair, the sassy, off-limits bridesmaid he can’t take his eyes off at his best friend’s wedding. He also knows that she’s everything he can never have.
After a devastating divorce, Daisy doesn’t need anyone to warn her off the charming best man at her sister’s wedding. One look at the breathtakingly hot Lincoln Mathis and she knows that he’s exactly the type of man she should avoid. But when Daisy stumbles upon Lincoln’s secret, she realizes there’s more to the charming playboy than meets the eye. And suddenly Daisy and Lincoln find their lives helplessly entwined in a journey that will either heal their damaged souls . . . or destroy them forever.
228 pages, ebook
First published December 6, 2016
About the author
Lauren Layne
53 books10.3k followersLauren Layne is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than two dozen novels, including Hot Asset, Hard Sell, and Huge Deal in her 21 Wall Street series, as well as her Central Park Pact series. Her books have sold more than a million copies in nine languages. Lauren’s work has been featured in Publishers Weekly, Glamour, the Wall Street Journal, and Inside Edition. She is based in New York City.
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December 12, 2016
*****FIVE STARS*****
{ARC Generously Provided by Author}
It was some strange in-between place where his old life and new life converged in the most painful of ways. It was what might have been and what could never be, all rolled into one, and yet he couldn’t stay away.
SOMEONE LIKE YOU is the third installment in the Oxford Series by Lauren Layne but it can be read as a standalone. I have to say this series gets better with each installment and it is definitely shaping up to be my favorite of all of this author’s works. This one is by far, the best in this truly delectable and addictive series. I’ve been lucky in that lately my reads have all been five-star worthy and yet again I’m given a broken Hero who completely stole my heart. After the story ends the author explains how at first she had a different Heroine in mind and I do think if she had gone with her initial choice, this would have been a good book but her decision to go in a different direction with the female lead, ended up making this a PHENOMENAL read instead!!!
We begin with everyone gearing up for the wedding between Alex Cassidy and Emma Sinclair. Lincoln Mathis is the sex columnist at Oxford and he’s also the best man. Daisy Sinclair is Emma’s twin sister and has flown in from Charlotte, NC, to be the maid-of-honor. Lincoln is warned by Emma to keep his hands off her sister and Daisy is also warned to beware of the utterly gorgeous Lincoln and his playboy ways. But these two feel an instant connection between them. It’s as if they can see past each other’s facades as if they have a deep-rooted kinship. Both Daisy and Lincoln have become pros at hiding their sadness and pain from their close friends and family. The night of the wedding they skip out together and end up sharing one too many drinks and some really good conversation. Daisy quickly sees that Lincoln isn’t a player at all and that he’s skilled in the art of deflecting the advances of women. She finds it odd but can tell there’s some deep rooted pain he keeps buried and seeing as how she too has her secrets, Daisy never pushes Lincoln to share more than he’s ready to give.
Daisy and Lincoln form a fast and easy friendship and very early on he lets her in on his secret that he has kept from all of his close friends. This has got to be the first book out of both the Stiletto and Oxford series that had such depth and unbelievable heartbreak. I’m not going to give away either the Hero or Heroine’s secret but will admit that I could not stop the tears from flowing and Lincoln Mathis is my favorite of all of Lauren Layne’s heroes. My heart was completely tied up in that man.
I enjoyed having all of the characters from the Stiletto and Oxford series back again and there’s no need to worry if you haven’t read them yet as the author does summarize who everyone is and how they’re all connected.
This was a total pleasure for me to read and one of the things I loved was that the hero wasn’t the stereotypical “Playboy”. He loved his pink fruity cocktails and adored his tiny little Maltese pup named Kiwi. I was expecting Lincoln to be the typical sexy player who had an endless supply of women who kept his bed warm at night and it was completely refreshing when he turned out to be the antithesis of what his outward appearance displayed.
Those of you who can’t get enough of romances with a broken hero are going to want to dive into this one right away. But be warned, it's going to break your heart so be sure to have a box of Kleenex by your side.
SOMEONE LIKE YOU is available now!
AMAZON US: http://amzn.to/2e1ZNfB
B&N: http://bit.ly/2fdTRxW
iBOOKS: http://apple.co/2faQWI5
KOBO: http://bit.ly/2fhxbLC
{ARC Generously Provided by Author}
It was some strange in-between place where his old life and new life converged in the most painful of ways. It was what might have been and what could never be, all rolled into one, and yet he couldn’t stay away.
SOMEONE LIKE YOU is the third installment in the Oxford Series by Lauren Layne but it can be read as a standalone. I have to say this series gets better with each installment and it is definitely shaping up to be my favorite of all of this author’s works. This one is by far, the best in this truly delectable and addictive series. I’ve been lucky in that lately my reads have all been five-star worthy and yet again I’m given a broken Hero who completely stole my heart. After the story ends the author explains how at first she had a different Heroine in mind and I do think if she had gone with her initial choice, this would have been a good book but her decision to go in a different direction with the female lead, ended up making this a PHENOMENAL read instead!!!
We begin with everyone gearing up for the wedding between Alex Cassidy and Emma Sinclair. Lincoln Mathis is the sex columnist at Oxford and he’s also the best man. Daisy Sinclair is Emma’s twin sister and has flown in from Charlotte, NC, to be the maid-of-honor. Lincoln is warned by Emma to keep his hands off her sister and Daisy is also warned to beware of the utterly gorgeous Lincoln and his playboy ways. But these two feel an instant connection between them. It’s as if they can see past each other’s facades as if they have a deep-rooted kinship. Both Daisy and Lincoln have become pros at hiding their sadness and pain from their close friends and family. The night of the wedding they skip out together and end up sharing one too many drinks and some really good conversation. Daisy quickly sees that Lincoln isn’t a player at all and that he’s skilled in the art of deflecting the advances of women. She finds it odd but can tell there’s some deep rooted pain he keeps buried and seeing as how she too has her secrets, Daisy never pushes Lincoln to share more than he’s ready to give.
Daisy and Lincoln form a fast and easy friendship and very early on he lets her in on his secret that he has kept from all of his close friends. This has got to be the first book out of both the Stiletto and Oxford series that had such depth and unbelievable heartbreak. I’m not going to give away either the Hero or Heroine’s secret but will admit that I could not stop the tears from flowing and Lincoln Mathis is my favorite of all of Lauren Layne’s heroes. My heart was completely tied up in that man.
I enjoyed having all of the characters from the Stiletto and Oxford series back again and there’s no need to worry if you haven’t read them yet as the author does summarize who everyone is and how they’re all connected.
This was a total pleasure for me to read and one of the things I loved was that the hero wasn’t the stereotypical “Playboy”. He loved his pink fruity cocktails and adored his tiny little Maltese pup named Kiwi. I was expecting Lincoln to be the typical sexy player who had an endless supply of women who kept his bed warm at night and it was completely refreshing when he turned out to be the antithesis of what his outward appearance displayed.
Those of you who can’t get enough of romances with a broken hero are going to want to dive into this one right away. But be warned, it's going to break your heart so be sure to have a box of Kleenex by your side.
SOMEONE LIKE YOU is available now!
AMAZON US: http://amzn.to/2e1ZNfB
B&N: http://bit.ly/2fdTRxW
iBOOKS: http://apple.co/2faQWI5
KOBO: http://bit.ly/2fhxbLC
August 19, 2020
4.5 Like Recognizing Like Stars
* * * * 1/2 Spoiler Free- This One Of My Favorite Layne Books!
There never was a promise life would be perfect...and it is the painful experiences that test us the most. Will we wear this pain on our sleeves, baring our souls for anyone to listen... or will we feel the need to spare our family, friends, and co-workers the intimacies of our lives...Because we have no desire to see reflected in their eyes, pity, or the wish to make everything better for us...when they cannot.
For those of us who have been consuming Lauren Layne's first series Sex, Love & Stiletto from the start and then rabidly following the spinoff Oxford Novels, then you know where I am heading with these thoughts. For this 3rd book in the Oxford Series has been a long time coming...A Longtime desired...and the object of this fascination is the one and only breakout star from the beginning... LINCOLN MATHIS!
Lincoln Mathis captured our imagination from the moment he was mentioned in the first books. He was that type of guy who was charming, mischievous, playful, and downright sex on a stick. We only had an itsy bit of a tease of him but it was just enough to pique our interest...With the encouragement from a close friend, Ms. Layne saw what needed to be done...and after all this begging and pleading, we have his entire story.
Lincoln has worked hard to front his reputation...he is the man about town and all women see him as the ultimate goal... to be on his arm is an achievement. That he has the ability to have all women who come in contact with him remain friendly "after".... shows his grace. His friends at Oxford and Stiletto are always teasing him about who he should hit on next...and Lincoln just smiles, laughs and plays along. He enjoys ribbing the guys about how they are dropping like flies... all finding their special someone...and it is at the wedding of another co-worker where he finally meets his "Like".
Daisy Sinclair is the twin of Emma. Emma from Stiletto has loved her twin all her life...but for Emma, the draw of the big city was so strong, she left their southern home as soon as she could for New York City. The rest is history. Which meant, Daisy continued to be close with her sister...but from afar...and her sister's life was fast-paced and all about her career...so they remained close...but not like when they were kids.... sharing every little thing.
Daisy didn't share her doubts about her marriage...Daisy didn't let her family know the real reasons for the divorce. She let them all think the reason was his cheating on her and knocking up the woman happily, even her best friend. It was better that way...Easier.
Now both of these people have been warned...Lincoln was read the riot act to leave Daisy alone... to stay clear and not unleash his panty-dropping charm. Daisy was not to be another castaway...She was also told by Emma...to watch out and have her radar on...to combat any interest in Lincoln...She was told clearly... He is not for you.
The stage was set...and the wedding rehearsal dinner/get together is happening and there as Lincoln is talking with another, Daisy enters the room. As casually as he can, he sees this vision...and realizes who it is... She looks similar to her twin... but then nothing like her at all....and when Daisy comes up to Lincoln...both get a glimpse of something no one ever notices...
That stark moment when the vulnerable, the authentic is laid bare...just before the friendly, approachable mask is put in place...sealing off all the pain and secrets hiding within.
Both Daisy and Lincoln have shared a true moment...As they talk about how they have been warned away from each other, little nuggets of awareness are exchanged...done with a life of their own...and both know each is just like the other...
Like Recognizing Like...
This book is like no other Layne in her past series...There is the same fun and banter, the same interest and sharing of the past characters...But with this entry...there is a deeper feeling of what the goals are for its outcome. The life lessons are equally important from all the other books we have experienced in the past...yet these lessons may be harder to accomplish in real life like they are in this book. We may not agree with the path all of these characters take...but in reality, would they be any easier...
I want to share the playfulness, fun, and banter these two experiences. Everything is not all dark ... and sexy times are always a strong point with Layne. The chemistry with Lincoln and Daisy is terrific. We want everything to work... to be easy for them... and in the end...we want them to know joy...together.
I think this book did Lincoln justice. This man is not perfect... This man is someone we all could love, want to be with through all of his moments...Daisy is a strong, special woman and it is fitting she is able to deal with all of the sides of Lincoln...to still be able to hold on to who she has become, too.
The good news is Layne somehow was able to weave new characters into this tight-knit group...
Yes, People...There is another Oxford Novel Coming!!! I can share these next two characters will cause all sorts of sparks to fly because both are a bit headstrong and not ones to give in easily.
Irresistibly Yours (Oxford, #1)
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
I Wish You Were Mine (Oxford, #2)
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Someone like You (Oxford, #3)
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
I Knew You Were Trouble (Oxford, #4)
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
I Think I Love You (Oxford, #5)
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
~~~~~ Before Reading ~~~~~
When you have been waiting almost a year for a special character to finally get their book...
Twirling, doing the Happy Dance is called for....
As soon as I stop being dizzy....
I will be locked into the hot haze of everything Lincoln!!!
●•●•●•●•●•●•●
Dec 01, 2015
Yes, we have been wanting and waiting and panting for Lincoln....
Yes, we just saw the release date is December 2016!!!!!!
Well, here is what Ms. Layne said about our Lincoln earlier this year...
"Lets' talk about Lincoln, hmm? Even had Jackson Burke not popped into my head in all his buff, gruff glory, Lincoln's book has ALWAYS been book three in my head. I've long known that Lincoln is an incredibly complex character--the most complicated hero of the Oxford series. And to do him justice, I really wanted to have two books to give you all glimpses of his hidden layers. Lincoln's every bit the charmer you want him to be in books one and two, but Lincoln has secrets. And those secrets need time to grow. Two books worth of time, specifically.
So I guess what I"m trying to say is . . . Sorry, Not Sorry? It's what had to be done.
I don't have a cover for Lincoln's book. I don't have a book description. I'm not even going to tell you the heroine's name.
But I can give you a title:
Someone Like You
And a date:
May 17, 2016
And a promise:
It's going to be epic."
Well, it is now December 2016 and we will just have to believe it will be the epic story as promised...
Here's to hoping it comes a bit earlier, hmmmmm
A gifted copy was provided by Author via NetGalley for an honest review.
For more Reviews, Free E-books and Giveaways
* * * * 1/2 Spoiler Free- This One Of My Favorite Layne Books!
There never was a promise life would be perfect...and it is the painful experiences that test us the most. Will we wear this pain on our sleeves, baring our souls for anyone to listen... or will we feel the need to spare our family, friends, and co-workers the intimacies of our lives...Because we have no desire to see reflected in their eyes, pity, or the wish to make everything better for us...when they cannot.
For those of us who have been consuming Lauren Layne's first series Sex, Love & Stiletto from the start and then rabidly following the spinoff Oxford Novels, then you know where I am heading with these thoughts. For this 3rd book in the Oxford Series has been a long time coming...A Longtime desired...and the object of this fascination is the one and only breakout star from the beginning... LINCOLN MATHIS!
Lincoln Mathis captured our imagination from the moment he was mentioned in the first books. He was that type of guy who was charming, mischievous, playful, and downright sex on a stick. We only had an itsy bit of a tease of him but it was just enough to pique our interest...With the encouragement from a close friend, Ms. Layne saw what needed to be done...and after all this begging and pleading, we have his entire story.
Lincoln has worked hard to front his reputation...he is the man about town and all women see him as the ultimate goal... to be on his arm is an achievement. That he has the ability to have all women who come in contact with him remain friendly "after".... shows his grace. His friends at Oxford and Stiletto are always teasing him about who he should hit on next...and Lincoln just smiles, laughs and plays along. He enjoys ribbing the guys about how they are dropping like flies... all finding their special someone...and it is at the wedding of another co-worker where he finally meets his "Like".
Daisy Sinclair is the twin of Emma. Emma from Stiletto has loved her twin all her life...but for Emma, the draw of the big city was so strong, she left their southern home as soon as she could for New York City. The rest is history. Which meant, Daisy continued to be close with her sister...but from afar...and her sister's life was fast-paced and all about her career...so they remained close...but not like when they were kids.... sharing every little thing.
Daisy didn't share her doubts about her marriage...Daisy didn't let her family know the real reasons for the divorce. She let them all think the reason was his cheating on her and knocking up the woman happily, even her best friend. It was better that way...Easier.
Now both of these people have been warned...Lincoln was read the riot act to leave Daisy alone... to stay clear and not unleash his panty-dropping charm. Daisy was not to be another castaway...She was also told by Emma...to watch out and have her radar on...to combat any interest in Lincoln...She was told clearly... He is not for you.
The stage was set...and the wedding rehearsal dinner/get together is happening and there as Lincoln is talking with another, Daisy enters the room. As casually as he can, he sees this vision...and realizes who it is... She looks similar to her twin... but then nothing like her at all....and when Daisy comes up to Lincoln...both get a glimpse of something no one ever notices...
That stark moment when the vulnerable, the authentic is laid bare...just before the friendly, approachable mask is put in place...sealing off all the pain and secrets hiding within.
Both Daisy and Lincoln have shared a true moment...As they talk about how they have been warned away from each other, little nuggets of awareness are exchanged...done with a life of their own...and both know each is just like the other...
Like Recognizing Like...
This book is like no other Layne in her past series...There is the same fun and banter, the same interest and sharing of the past characters...But with this entry...there is a deeper feeling of what the goals are for its outcome. The life lessons are equally important from all the other books we have experienced in the past...yet these lessons may be harder to accomplish in real life like they are in this book. We may not agree with the path all of these characters take...but in reality, would they be any easier...
I want to share the playfulness, fun, and banter these two experiences. Everything is not all dark ... and sexy times are always a strong point with Layne. The chemistry with Lincoln and Daisy is terrific. We want everything to work... to be easy for them... and in the end...we want them to know joy...together.
I think this book did Lincoln justice. This man is not perfect... This man is someone we all could love, want to be with through all of his moments...Daisy is a strong, special woman and it is fitting she is able to deal with all of the sides of Lincoln...to still be able to hold on to who she has become, too.
The good news is Layne somehow was able to weave new characters into this tight-knit group...
Yes, People...There is another Oxford Novel Coming!!! I can share these next two characters will cause all sorts of sparks to fly because both are a bit headstrong and not ones to give in easily.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
~~~~~ Before Reading ~~~~~
When you have been waiting almost a year for a special character to finally get their book...
Twirling, doing the Happy Dance is called for....
As soon as I stop being dizzy....
I will be locked into the hot haze of everything Lincoln!!!
●•●•●•●•●•●•●
Dec 01, 2015
Yes, we have been wanting and waiting and panting for Lincoln....
Yes, we just saw the release date is December 2016!!!!!!
Well, here is what Ms. Layne said about our Lincoln earlier this year...
"Lets' talk about Lincoln, hmm? Even had Jackson Burke not popped into my head in all his buff, gruff glory, Lincoln's book has ALWAYS been book three in my head. I've long known that Lincoln is an incredibly complex character--the most complicated hero of the Oxford series. And to do him justice, I really wanted to have two books to give you all glimpses of his hidden layers. Lincoln's every bit the charmer you want him to be in books one and two, but Lincoln has secrets. And those secrets need time to grow. Two books worth of time, specifically.
So I guess what I"m trying to say is . . . Sorry, Not Sorry? It's what had to be done.
I don't have a cover for Lincoln's book. I don't have a book description. I'm not even going to tell you the heroine's name.
But I can give you a title:
Someone Like You
And a date:
May 17, 2016
And a promise:
It's going to be epic."
Well, it is now December 2016 and we will just have to believe it will be the epic story as promised...
Here's to hoping it comes a bit earlier, hmmmmm
A gifted copy was provided by Author via NetGalley for an honest review.
For more Reviews, Free E-books and Giveaways
December 7, 2016
5 'Say Anything' Stars!
If you've been following Lauren Layne for some time and have read her Oxford series, I am pretty sure you were expecting this book like crazy since Lincoln made his first appearence in Irresistibly Yours. I love Lauren Layne, love love love her so I had insanely high expectations for this and that is not always good because sometimes books do not reach said expectations. Well, this was not the case. Lincoln's story was everything I expected it to be! Thank you LL because you are simply a genius!
Someone like You is the third installment in the Oxford series and it can be considered the last regarding this series and the Stiletto books too (even though Lauren is writing a fourth spin-off Oxford novel).
As I said, we met Lincoln Mathis at the start of the series and he is known to be the funny and sexy playboy of the group. But, there have always been mysteries around him that made us think he is not what he appears to be. Daisy Sinclair (we met her in the Stiletto series) is broken too. She is a just divorced woman, still affected by how her marriage ended and she is not expecting to feel what she feels when she is around Lincoln. Both of them do not expect to slowly heal each other.
“Divorced, damaged, and ever so fragile. You? Why is it that you’re to be avoided?”
“Consummate playboy, intriguingly unattainable, with just a dash of dangerous secrets.”
Lauren Layne is one of my favorite authors since I read the first Oxford novel and she definitely did not disappoint with Someone like You. It was what I expected and so much more. It's the story of two broken souls (especially Lincoln) that slowly piece the shattered pieces of their hearts together. I don't want to spoil anything so I will just say these two totally deserved to find their HEA after everything they suffered. My poor heart broke for Lincoln when we discovered the whole truth and for Daisy too. I totally cried my eyeballs out with this book and I loved every second of it!
“It’ll eat you alive if you go there.”
“I think it already is.”
This book has the perfect plot and the perfect characters. Both main and secondary (I loved seeing all the Oxford/Stiletto team again!!) are just a fantastic mix of outstanding characters. I love how Lauren writes their connections, how she keeps everyone together and how she develops the love story. I totally get why this relationship developed even more slowly than the other ones that she has written but I also missed having more moments of Lincoln and Daisy as a couple. Still, it was such a beautiful read that I can't complain when we got Lauren at her best.
Did Lincoln know that the more he put her back together again, the more power he had to break her heart?
As always, when it gets to the first kiss part and the sex part, holy hell woman! LL knows how to write those for sure! She makes you feel all the feels, all the butterflies and everything else with her words. Lincoln and Daisy have great chemistry, as friends and as a couple. They are definitely on my top favorite couples by Lauren Layne!
“If I did it, Wallflower, if I felt that way again, it would be about someone like you.”
This woman. It took nothing but the taste of her mouth to turn him into a starving man who couldn’t get enough.
Damn, I am going to miss all these fantastic characters. SO MUCH! The friendships, the familiarity and the love relationships are one of the things Lauren writes best. She made me love all these people so much that it will be hard saying goodbye. But, I loved how she wrote the ending and how she involved everyone in it! It was absolutely brilliant.
“Give me one more chance. Just one more chance, love. My love.”
Therefore, my rating for Someone like You is 5 STARS because Lincoln's story definitely reached the high expectations I had for it. As I said, I missed having more 'couple' moments but I get it too: they had to heal first. I really really will miss these characters but I am sure Lauren will write more amazing people in the future and I can't wait! So, if you are LL fan you can't miss this book, like READ IT right now! It was so good, I highly recommend it!
CHECK OUT MY BLOG HERE:
If you've been following Lauren Layne for some time and have read her Oxford series, I am pretty sure you were expecting this book like crazy since Lincoln made his first appearence in Irresistibly Yours. I love Lauren Layne, love love love her so I had insanely high expectations for this and that is not always good because sometimes books do not reach said expectations. Well, this was not the case. Lincoln's story was everything I expected it to be! Thank you LL because you are simply a genius!
Someone like You is the third installment in the Oxford series and it can be considered the last regarding this series and the Stiletto books too (even though Lauren is writing a fourth spin-off Oxford novel).
As I said, we met Lincoln Mathis at the start of the series and he is known to be the funny and sexy playboy of the group. But, there have always been mysteries around him that made us think he is not what he appears to be. Daisy Sinclair (we met her in the Stiletto series) is broken too. She is a just divorced woman, still affected by how her marriage ended and she is not expecting to feel what she feels when she is around Lincoln. Both of them do not expect to slowly heal each other.
“Divorced, damaged, and ever so fragile. You? Why is it that you’re to be avoided?”
“Consummate playboy, intriguingly unattainable, with just a dash of dangerous secrets.”
Lauren Layne is one of my favorite authors since I read the first Oxford novel and she definitely did not disappoint with Someone like You. It was what I expected and so much more. It's the story of two broken souls (especially Lincoln) that slowly piece the shattered pieces of their hearts together. I don't want to spoil anything so I will just say these two totally deserved to find their HEA after everything they suffered. My poor heart broke for Lincoln when we discovered the whole truth and for Daisy too. I totally cried my eyeballs out with this book and I loved every second of it!
“It’ll eat you alive if you go there.”
“I think it already is.”
This book has the perfect plot and the perfect characters. Both main and secondary (I loved seeing all the Oxford/Stiletto team again!!) are just a fantastic mix of outstanding characters. I love how Lauren writes their connections, how she keeps everyone together and how she develops the love story. I totally get why this relationship developed even more slowly than the other ones that she has written but I also missed having more moments of Lincoln and Daisy as a couple. Still, it was such a beautiful read that I can't complain when we got Lauren at her best.
Did Lincoln know that the more he put her back together again, the more power he had to break her heart?
As always, when it gets to the first kiss part and the sex part, holy hell woman! LL knows how to write those for sure! She makes you feel all the feels, all the butterflies and everything else with her words. Lincoln and Daisy have great chemistry, as friends and as a couple. They are definitely on my top favorite couples by Lauren Layne!
“If I did it, Wallflower, if I felt that way again, it would be about someone like you.”
This woman. It took nothing but the taste of her mouth to turn him into a starving man who couldn’t get enough.
Damn, I am going to miss all these fantastic characters. SO MUCH! The friendships, the familiarity and the love relationships are one of the things Lauren writes best. She made me love all these people so much that it will be hard saying goodbye. But, I loved how she wrote the ending and how she involved everyone in it! It was absolutely brilliant.
“Give me one more chance. Just one more chance, love. My love.”
Therefore, my rating for Someone like You is 5 STARS because Lincoln's story definitely reached the high expectations I had for it. As I said, I missed having more 'couple' moments but I get it too: they had to heal first. I really really will miss these characters but I am sure Lauren will write more amazing people in the future and I can't wait! So, if you are LL fan you can't miss this book, like READ IT right now! It was so good, I highly recommend it!
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December 4, 2016
5 - "It's better than I thought it would be. Stars!
I think it’s safe to say that Someone Like You is probably one of the most anticipated reads of 2016 for a lot of people, and I think Lauren Layne made it worth the wait with the story she gave Lincoln Mathis.
This is one of those books, that as a reviewer I want to gush wholeheartedly about, but there isn’t a huge amount I can actually say about the plot and characters without giving a massive amount away, and I definitely think this is a book you need to go in without any pre-conceptions as to what is going to happen, because for me that was half the joy of finally getting Lincoln’s story.
"I think we’re going to get along just fine."
Lauren delivered up a slightly different story this time, in that it was very much character driven, that’s not to say that her books in the past haven’t been, but I just found everything with Lincoln and Daisy’s story to have an added depth and emotion to it. Sex comes a long way into the story, but it works well because of it as these two characters have an awful lot to work out between them and individually before they can take the path towards a fully fledged relationship.
You get the usual back-up with the rest of the Stilletto and Oxford characters, and as in all of the previous books, their addition brings great entertainment to the proceedings, but there were points where it just added to the whole dynamic of the story. Lincoln is not the character you have been lead to believe over the course of the previous books, and the more you see of the real guy that hides behind the charming facade, the more emotional certain aspects of the story make you as things move along.
It was odd that it was the person who’d known him for the least amount of time who could expose him...
Kindred spirits that inevitably pull together due to the connection and emotional understanding they have to what the other has been and is going through, both of them present a front for the world to see, and it seems that the only ones to have ever seen past the facade is the other. I loved this couple as friends, more than friends and eventually lovers.
"I want your hands on me, I want you gentle, rough, desperate, because I’m feeling all those things... I’ve been feeling them."
For me this is some of the best writing I have had the pleasure to enjoy from this author. I loved her work before Someone Like You, I am pretty sure I will continue to love it for many years to come.
"I don't know if I can let you go..."
Luckily we get more from the Oxford series in 2017, with I Knew You Were Trouble due for release in June, and I cannot wait!
ARC generously provided by the publisher, via Netgalley and it was my absolute pleasure to provide the above honest review.
I think it’s safe to say that Someone Like You is probably one of the most anticipated reads of 2016 for a lot of people, and I think Lauren Layne made it worth the wait with the story she gave Lincoln Mathis.
This is one of those books, that as a reviewer I want to gush wholeheartedly about, but there isn’t a huge amount I can actually say about the plot and characters without giving a massive amount away, and I definitely think this is a book you need to go in without any pre-conceptions as to what is going to happen, because for me that was half the joy of finally getting Lincoln’s story.
"I think we’re going to get along just fine."
Lauren delivered up a slightly different story this time, in that it was very much character driven, that’s not to say that her books in the past haven’t been, but I just found everything with Lincoln and Daisy’s story to have an added depth and emotion to it. Sex comes a long way into the story, but it works well because of it as these two characters have an awful lot to work out between them and individually before they can take the path towards a fully fledged relationship.
You get the usual back-up with the rest of the Stilletto and Oxford characters, and as in all of the previous books, their addition brings great entertainment to the proceedings, but there were points where it just added to the whole dynamic of the story. Lincoln is not the character you have been lead to believe over the course of the previous books, and the more you see of the real guy that hides behind the charming facade, the more emotional certain aspects of the story make you as things move along.
It was odd that it was the person who’d known him for the least amount of time who could expose him...
Kindred spirits that inevitably pull together due to the connection and emotional understanding they have to what the other has been and is going through, both of them present a front for the world to see, and it seems that the only ones to have ever seen past the facade is the other. I loved this couple as friends, more than friends and eventually lovers.
"I want your hands on me, I want you gentle, rough, desperate, because I’m feeling all those things... I’ve been feeling them."
For me this is some of the best writing I have had the pleasure to enjoy from this author. I loved her work before Someone Like You, I am pretty sure I will continue to love it for many years to come.
"I don't know if I can let you go..."
Luckily we get more from the Oxford series in 2017, with I Knew You Were Trouble due for release in June, and I cannot wait!
ARC generously provided by the publisher, via Netgalley and it was my absolute pleasure to provide the above honest review.
December 5, 2016
5 Stars
If you're anything like me, then you've been both eagerly anticipating and dreading Lincoln's book. Anticipating it because you love those irreverent playboys, and dreading because you're afraid that you've been building up your expectations in anticipation. Lincoln's story was the one I've been waiting for since Irresistibly Yours. It's been a long, painful wait. But after finishing this book in one sitting, I can tell you that it was every single minute, hour, day, and month of the wait. It didn't meet my expectation. Heck no! It blew them away. Lincoln Mathis took everything I had thought I knew about him and took me on a rollercoaster of emotion. I laughed, I cried, I freaking swooned! I adored everything about this story. EVERYTHING.
If there's one thing I can tell you is to go into this book ABSOLUTELY BLIND. You don't want to know the smallest detail. Trust me on this. You'll appreciate the emotional punch that much more. What I can tell you is that you're expecting for this to be the typical playboy meets the right girl and changes his way sort of story, you couldn't be more wrong.
Daisy is Emma's twin sister. Coming off of a bitter divorce has left her a little cracked, but not broken. This was a woman with so much internal strength and it just took her a bit to get it all backed. Daisy was such a powerhouse of a heroine...in a perfectly understated way. She was exactly what Lincoln needed. She was patient, kind, understanding and never pushed beyond what she knew the boundaries were. She has her own past demons that she's trying to recover from, and it just made her that much more endearing.
As for Lincoln? Man oh man, I never thought it'd be possible for me to love him even more than I already did. Still waters certainly run deep with this man and he's so much more that what first meets the eye.
What you see is not at all what you get with him and soon the pieces begin to click together towards the heartrending secret that he keeps. My heart went through a ringer with him. It's impossible not to fall for him, not to feel his pain, not to want to soothe and heal him. In between the easy friendship that Lincoln and Daisy instantly develop, there was such a deep emotion interspersed with a hidden craving. God. GOD but I loved these two together.
Someone Like You was an incredibly powerful, poignant and emotional romance. It was a story of second chances and healing. It was a stunning story of finding your strength again and moving on. It's a story of courage and love. It was absolute perfection and reminded me all over again why I first fell in love with Lauren Layne's writing. The woman can make you feel, laugh, and love all in 228 wonderful pages. If you've enjoyed the rest of the Stiletto and Oxford series and you've been anticipating Lincoln's story as much as I have, this is a must read. But have a box of tissues ready, because you won't come out of it unscathed. Be ready to shed some tears and swoon over the perfect imperfection that is Lincoln Mathis.
ARC courtesy of publisher in exchange for an honest review
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If I did it, Wallflower, if I felt that way again, it would be about someone like you.”
If you're anything like me, then you've been both eagerly anticipating and dreading Lincoln's book. Anticipating it because you love those irreverent playboys, and dreading because you're afraid that you've been building up your expectations in anticipation. Lincoln's story was the one I've been waiting for since Irresistibly Yours. It's been a long, painful wait. But after finishing this book in one sitting, I can tell you that it was every single minute, hour, day, and month of the wait. It didn't meet my expectation. Heck no! It blew them away. Lincoln Mathis took everything I had thought I knew about him and took me on a rollercoaster of emotion. I laughed, I cried, I freaking swooned! I adored everything about this story. EVERYTHING.
She batten her eyelashes, looking every bit the Southern belle she sounded like. “Isn't it obvious? Divorced, damaged, and ever so fragile. You? Why is it that you're to be avoided?”
He leaned forward slightly and lowered his voice.“Consummate playboy, intriguingly unattainable, with just a dash of dangerous secrets.”
If there's one thing I can tell you is to go into this book ABSOLUTELY BLIND. You don't want to know the smallest detail. Trust me on this. You'll appreciate the emotional punch that much more. What I can tell you is that you're expecting for this to be the typical playboy meets the right girl and changes his way sort of story, you couldn't be more wrong.
Daisy is Emma's twin sister. Coming off of a bitter divorce has left her a little cracked, but not broken. This was a woman with so much internal strength and it just took her a bit to get it all backed. Daisy was such a powerhouse of a heroine...in a perfectly understated way. She was exactly what Lincoln needed. She was patient, kind, understanding and never pushed beyond what she knew the boundaries were. She has her own past demons that she's trying to recover from, and it just made her that much more endearing.
As for Lincoln? Man oh man, I never thought it'd be possible for me to love him even more than I already did. Still waters certainly run deep with this man and he's so much more that what first meets the eye.
“You ever wonder?”
“Wonder what?”
“What will fill your cracks? How to get better.”
“All the damn time.”
What you see is not at all what you get with him and soon the pieces begin to click together towards the heartrending secret that he keeps. My heart went through a ringer with him. It's impossible not to fall for him, not to feel his pain, not to want to soothe and heal him. In between the easy friendship that Lincoln and Daisy instantly develop, there was such a deep emotion interspersed with a hidden craving. God. GOD but I loved these two together.
Someone Like You was an incredibly powerful, poignant and emotional romance. It was a story of second chances and healing. It was a stunning story of finding your strength again and moving on. It's a story of courage and love. It was absolute perfection and reminded me all over again why I first fell in love with Lauren Layne's writing. The woman can make you feel, laugh, and love all in 228 wonderful pages. If you've enjoyed the rest of the Stiletto and Oxford series and you've been anticipating Lincoln's story as much as I have, this is a must read. But have a box of tissues ready, because you won't come out of it unscathed. Be ready to shed some tears and swoon over the perfect imperfection that is Lincoln Mathis.
ARC courtesy of publisher in exchange for an honest review
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July 9, 2018
This review is spoilerish.
Well, that was disappointing. I don't want to go into a big rant, but if I do, don't hold it against me. It's only because I love the series and the author so much.
I've been a fan of the original series since forever. Seriously, it was pure luck when I stumbled upon Lauren Layne and After the Kiss, but I was hooked. I was sold on the banter and the writing style, the funny and cute characters, the dynamics between the supporting characters, it was just perfect for me. Every now and then I return to my favorites for a quick reread and a book high. Reading those books makes me happy, like genuinely puts a smile on my face. If I get to eat chocolate too, then my day is made.
And then comes this book. Now, let's be honest, I was not a fan of the prequel either (actually I still am not completely okay with it), but it's nowhere near as bad as this book. The author decided she wanted to take a more serious route with this book, but in my opinion, the issues this book tries to handle are too difficult and it's just a fail.
The beginning was actually strong, I felt it really had potential, but after 30% or so the story loses its momentum and never catches up.
Daisy's trust issues were glossed over, and in a span of a few weeks she went from a woman wary of touch and men, to pouring her heart out to the first man she meets.
Lincoln's ex, Katie, never goes away, so there is this weird love triangle between Lincoln, Daisy and Katie. Even on the day Daisy gives birth to their twins, Katie's ghost is there. And Daisy is the one who brought her up, which says quite a lot actually. Does that mean that Daisy realizes that she will never be number one in Lincoln's life, but that she's okay with it? Because that's the feeling I got from reading this book.
And the cheesy speech in the end!! Oh my god what the hell was that?! So painful to read. He told her something along the lines of I didn't want to call you love like I called every other woman because I thought if I called you love then it would be for real like gag seriously it's disgusting. My eyes are offended. Just that whole chapter was awful. And the epilogue was yuck.
I am not a happy reader right now. No cute banter. No cute story. No cute characters. No emotions (besides being disgusted). No fun bickering with supporting characters. This book ruined every other book Lincoln is mentioned in and I.am.not.happy.
Well, that was disappointing. I don't want to go into a big rant, but if I do, don't hold it against me. It's only because I love the series and the author so much.
I've been a fan of the original series since forever. Seriously, it was pure luck when I stumbled upon Lauren Layne and After the Kiss, but I was hooked. I was sold on the banter and the writing style, the funny and cute characters, the dynamics between the supporting characters, it was just perfect for me. Every now and then I return to my favorites for a quick reread and a book high. Reading those books makes me happy, like genuinely puts a smile on my face. If I get to eat chocolate too, then my day is made.
And then comes this book. Now, let's be honest, I was not a fan of the prequel either (actually I still am not completely okay with it), but it's nowhere near as bad as this book. The author decided she wanted to take a more serious route with this book, but in my opinion, the issues this book tries to handle are too difficult and it's just a fail.
The beginning was actually strong, I felt it really had potential, but after 30% or so the story loses its momentum and never catches up.
Daisy's trust issues were glossed over, and in a span of a few weeks she went from a woman wary of touch and men, to pouring her heart out to the first man she meets.
Lincoln's ex, Katie, never goes away, so there is this weird love triangle between Lincoln, Daisy and Katie. Even on the day Daisy gives birth to their twins, Katie's ghost is there. And Daisy is the one who brought her up, which says quite a lot actually. Does that mean that Daisy realizes that she will never be number one in Lincoln's life, but that she's okay with it? Because that's the feeling I got from reading this book.
And the cheesy speech in the end!! Oh my god what the hell was that?! So painful to read. He told her something along the lines of I didn't want to call you love like I called every other woman because I thought if I called you love then it would be for real like gag seriously it's disgusting. My eyes are offended. Just that whole chapter was awful. And the epilogue was yuck.
I am not a happy reader right now. No cute banter. No cute story. No cute characters. No emotions (besides being disgusted). No fun bickering with supporting characters. This book ruined every other book Lincoln is mentioned in and I.am.not.happy.
May 15, 2017
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The long awaited story of Lincoln Mathis, the flirtatious virtuoso is deliciously steamy and heartfelt.
Lincoln Mathis has an enormous secret he hides behind a womanizing façade he actively encourages backed by his dating and sex advice column at Oxford. Everyone thinks he’s the ultimate playboy, except the one woman he barely knows and has seen beyond the sexy exterior. Revealing his heartbreaking past to the feisty Daisy Sinclair felt as natural as breathing because he knows no matter how attracted he is to her, he can never allow himself to have her.
Daisy knows to stay away from men who project trouble with a capital “T.” After her demoralizing divorce, she really doesn’t want anything to do with men, much less a gorgeous one with a quick smile and a flirty quip at the ready. After he reveals his secret though, Daisy realizes they’re both kindred spirits. As their lived start to twist around each other’s, Daisy begins to fall for the beautiful, damaged man. But can she convince him they’re good for one another?
I loved the charming and enigmatic Lincoln Mathis ever since Lauren Lane introduced him, and I had been waiting for his story ever since. I wasn’t sure what he was hiding underneath that enchanting veneer, but I was sure this book would be different from all the rest. Lauren Layne delivered a story that made me smile, laugh, tear up as well as fan myself with both heartbreaking and heartwarming potency.
Lincoln and Daisy are interesting and appealing characters. They have an incredible back and forthright off the bat. They’re well layered and perfect for each other. Besides having a strong attraction (those sexy times are HOT!), they complement and understand one another. Their bond slowly builds and strengthens as they become good friends who share secrets and support one another. Although they’re road to happiness is not without its troubles they do find it in a delightful epilogue that left me smiling like a Cheshire cat.
Lauren Layne creates a marvelous romance full of passion and drama I couldn’t put down. I’ve enjoyed every single book in this series and the original Sex, Love and Stiletto and I fully appreciated having the entire gang back that certainly felt like a “plus-sized Friends episode.” It was great to see their expanding families while they all help Lincoln and Daisy out.
Oh and hey! I almost forget, I got a real kick out of Lauren Layne’s shout out to the three romance novelists, two of whom I’ve read and loved. See if you can stop them and know who they are!
Someone Like You is book 3 in Oxford Series by Lauren Layne that can be read as a standalone. It’s written from both points of view and interconnecting characters from past books. I recommend it for readers that like touching and sexy romances with a sweet happy ending.
4.5 stars
* I was given an ARC of this book courtesy of the author via Tasty Book Tours. The excerpts are from that copy. *
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The long awaited story of Lincoln Mathis, the flirtatious virtuoso is deliciously steamy and heartfelt.
Lincoln Mathis has an enormous secret he hides behind a womanizing façade he actively encourages backed by his dating and sex advice column at Oxford. Everyone thinks he’s the ultimate playboy, except the one woman he barely knows and has seen beyond the sexy exterior. Revealing his heartbreaking past to the feisty Daisy Sinclair felt as natural as breathing because he knows no matter how attracted he is to her, he can never allow himself to have her.
“I don’t. They come to me. I’m like the stamen.”
Emma stared at him with her wide, slightly accusatory brown eyes. “The what?”
“The stamen. The pollen-producing part of a flower, Sinclair. Don’t you watch the Discovery Channel? Animal Planet? I just saw a very compelling documentary on bees. See, when the bees land on a flower, their little feet pick up pollen from the stamen…”
“Mathis. Are you talking to my fiancé about semen?” Alex Cassidy asked, coming up beside Emma and setting a possessive hand on her waist.
Daisy knows to stay away from men who project trouble with a capital “T.” After her demoralizing divorce, she really doesn’t want anything to do with men, much less a gorgeous one with a quick smile and a flirty quip at the ready. After he reveals his secret though, Daisy realizes they’re both kindred spirits. As their lived start to twist around each other’s, Daisy begins to fall for the beautiful, damaged man. But can she convince him they’re good for one another?
“I have nothing to give back, Daisy. Oh, I’d give you pleasure. We’d give each other that. But I’d take absolutely everything – I’d fucking consume you. You’d want something in return, and I’d have nothing. I’m hollow inside, and you deserve so much more.”
I loved the charming and enigmatic Lincoln Mathis ever since Lauren Lane introduced him, and I had been waiting for his story ever since. I wasn’t sure what he was hiding underneath that enchanting veneer, but I was sure this book would be different from all the rest. Lauren Layne delivered a story that made me smile, laugh, tear up as well as fan myself with both heartbreaking and heartwarming potency.
“You must be Lincoln Mathis, The Manwhore of Whom I Should Beware?”
“Which would make you Daisy Sinclair, Delicate Flower to Whom I’m Not to Speak.”
Lincoln and Daisy are interesting and appealing characters. They have an incredible back and forthright off the bat. They’re well layered and perfect for each other. Besides having a strong attraction (those sexy times are HOT!), they complement and understand one another. Their bond slowly builds and strengthens as they become good friends who share secrets and support one another. Although they’re road to happiness is not without its troubles they do find it in a delightful epilogue that left me smiling like a Cheshire cat.
“I happen to like our story… Especially now that it’s taken a turn for the naked.”
Lauren Layne creates a marvelous romance full of passion and drama I couldn’t put down. I’ve enjoyed every single book in this series and the original Sex, Love and Stiletto and I fully appreciated having the entire gang back that certainly felt like a “plus-sized Friends episode.” It was great to see their expanding families while they all help Lincoln and Daisy out.
Oh and hey! I almost forget, I got a real kick out of Lauren Layne’s shout out to the three romance novelists, two of whom I’ve read and loved. See if you can stop them and know who they are!
Someone Like You is book 3 in Oxford Series by Lauren Layne that can be read as a standalone. It’s written from both points of view and interconnecting characters from past books. I recommend it for readers that like touching and sexy romances with a sweet happy ending.
4.5 stars
* I was given an ARC of this book courtesy of the author via Tasty Book Tours. The excerpts are from that copy. *
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December 12, 2016
Every romance reader has those topics that are pretty much deal breakers when it comes to a story. Some of mine (not spoilers) include surprise pregnancies, precocious children who know just what to say to move the plot along, and indecisive heroines. Unfortunately, this book hit at least one major deal breaker of mine. And I think has a couple more that might be issues for other readers. Spoilers ahead, but if you think you might have some issues with certain angsty topics, I think you should just spoil it and then skip this book. Do not pass GO. Do not collect $200. This is an angsty book and you will not be rewarded for reading it.
First off, big trigger warning:
My deal breaker: Without a doubt, this completely ruined the book for me. If this hasn't been an issue for you, I think you'll really enjoy it. If you even remotely think it might be, DON'T. FUCKING. DO IT.
Bonus one:
First off, big trigger warning:
My deal breaker: Without a doubt, this completely ruined the book for me. If this hasn't been an issue for you, I think you'll really enjoy it. If you even remotely think it might be, DON'T. FUCKING. DO IT.
Bonus one:
December 8, 2016
I admit. I was a bit worried starting this book. For one, the synopsis for this book changed, and so did the name of the heroine. Not a good sign. Second, I loved Lincoln the moment he was introduced in the Sex, Love & Stiletto series. I have been waiting for his book forever. And you know, expectations has the tendency to mess with your reading mojo.
BUT Lauren Layne did Lincoln Mathis' story justice. Yup. Even the heroine change made sense. Daisy and Lincoln together made sense.
Someone Like You packs quite an emotional punch. Something that I've never quite experience from Lauren Layne before.
On the outside, Lincoln and Daisy couldn't be more different from each other. Daisy is the epitome of a Southern good girl charm until her marriage fell apart. Lincoln is the picture of a man on the prowl. He's fun, laid back and has women falling all over themselves to get close to him. But unbeknownst to many and even to his closest friends, Lincoln is hiding a very important part of his life.
What I like about this story is how the romance between Lincoln and Daisy built from being acquaintances to friends and then to lovers. The obstacles, the insecurities, all the things that they had to overcome to get to their happy ending was heart-wrenching especially on Lincoln's part. And the angst!! Oh man, the angst. I loved how angsty this book was.
That said, I was a bit let down by the last 10% of the book. The ending felt rushed. I feel like this book could have used another 50 pages or so, just to give Lincoln time to really, really grovel. The reason being was that he really messed up. He messed up bad. And a few more chapters would've made this book even better.
Don't get me wrong. This book is great, and I really liked it but I wish there was more. More grovel, more resolution so to speak. Nevertheless, I wasn't disappointed. Lincoln and Daisy's story enthralled me from beginning to end.
ARC provided for review purposes.
BUT Lauren Layne did Lincoln Mathis' story justice. Yup. Even the heroine change made sense. Daisy and Lincoln together made sense.
Someone Like You packs quite an emotional punch. Something that I've never quite experience from Lauren Layne before.
On the outside, Lincoln and Daisy couldn't be more different from each other. Daisy is the epitome of a Southern good girl charm until her marriage fell apart. Lincoln is the picture of a man on the prowl. He's fun, laid back and has women falling all over themselves to get close to him. But unbeknownst to many and even to his closest friends, Lincoln is hiding a very important part of his life.
What I like about this story is how the romance between Lincoln and Daisy built from being acquaintances to friends and then to lovers. The obstacles, the insecurities, all the things that they had to overcome to get to their happy ending was heart-wrenching especially on Lincoln's part. And the angst!! Oh man, the angst. I loved how angsty this book was.
That said, I was a bit let down by the last 10% of the book. The ending felt rushed. I feel like this book could have used another 50 pages or so, just to give Lincoln time to really, really grovel. The reason being was that he really messed up. He messed up bad. And a few more chapters would've made this book even better.
Don't get me wrong. This book is great, and I really liked it but I wish there was more. More grovel, more resolution so to speak. Nevertheless, I wasn't disappointed. Lincoln and Daisy's story enthralled me from beginning to end.
ARC provided for review purposes.
January 9, 2017
4.5 Stars
ENJOYABLE, FLIRTATIOUS, YET QUITE EMOTIONAL READ!
Lauren Layne has yet to disappoint when looking for a fun, flirty romance. The H and h stole my heart from the get go. I could not get enough of their undeniable chemistry and their humorous, bantering conversations.
But this one surprised me as my emotions switched rapidly throughout the course of this story. I was laughing one minute, near tears the next and then just wanted to scream, "Get your act together, for crying out loud!" Talk about a slow burn with lots of pushing and pulling going on. Their deep need for one another to help heal their broken hearts and slay their demons makes this story a multi-faceted, passionate read, which was compelling and kept me burning through the pages.
So what is the best coping mechanism when you have painful secrets you are trying to hide? ...... Pretend they don't exist!
Lincoln and Daisy are very good at pretending. Both are extremely attractive, quick witted, and conduct themselves as if they have the world by the tail. But in reality, they are in pain and trying their best not to let it show. They are finding it hard to reconcile with the past and move forward.
Lincoln's reputation also proceeds him, but ....... not all is as it seems. Once he meets Daisy, she starts chipping away at the walls he has erected around his heart.
This is book 3 in "The Oxford" series, but is a stand alone.
ENJOYABLE, FLIRTATIOUS, YET QUITE EMOTIONAL READ!
Lauren Layne has yet to disappoint when looking for a fun, flirty romance. The H and h stole my heart from the get go. I could not get enough of their undeniable chemistry and their humorous, bantering conversations.
But this one surprised me as my emotions switched rapidly throughout the course of this story. I was laughing one minute, near tears the next and then just wanted to scream, "Get your act together, for crying out loud!" Talk about a slow burn with lots of pushing and pulling going on. Their deep need for one another to help heal their broken hearts and slay their demons makes this story a multi-faceted, passionate read, which was compelling and kept me burning through the pages.
So what is the best coping mechanism when you have painful secrets you are trying to hide? ...... Pretend they don't exist!
Lincoln and Daisy are very good at pretending. Both are extremely attractive, quick witted, and conduct themselves as if they have the world by the tail. But in reality, they are in pain and trying their best not to let it show. They are finding it hard to reconcile with the past and move forward.
Lincoln's reputation also proceeds him, but ....... not all is as it seems. Once he meets Daisy, she starts chipping away at the walls he has erected around his heart.
This is book 3 in "The Oxford" series, but is a stand alone.
February 9, 2017
FOUR PLAYBOY STARS.
"One look at the breathtakingly hot Lincoln Mathis and she knows that he’s exactly the type of man she should avoid."
A little heartbreak combined with a likeable duo, Lauren Layne took out the big guns when pulling together this Lincoln Mathis' novel. This has been a book that I've been anticipating in what seems like forever. I love this authors work, I can't deny, but when Layne combines her usual witty banter with a slice of sad on the side I have to admit I was fully gone.
What's it all about?
Two characters both shying away from their secrets get thrown together in a witty, heartfelt story that combines the best of Lauren Layne. On the one hand this book supplies the perfect banter, wordplay and romance but on the flip side the reader is also sold on a tale of 'rescue' for hero and heroine alike. Jump aboard this contemporary romance novel I'm convinced you'll experience nothing close to regret.
What did I love?
Hero and heroine alike were equally irresistible and adorable which was scoring some major book points. The flirtatious ribbing, friendship and camaraderie between the protagonists was second to none and once again highlighted Layne's talent at enticing her readers to fall in love with love. This novel had sweetness and light branded all over it with just the right amount of lightly presented angst. It suited my tastes to a tee and I was more than happy to see a lovely theme of friends to lovers emerge between this couple. The affection was just as addictive as the steam and the tension between these would be lovers was off the charts. Layne has once again produced a contemporary romance that is a real page turner and I'm pretty sure there will be a long line of readers who'd agree.
Why not five?
All things considered this novel was very close to grabbing a top star rating. As it was I needed to be convinced a little further. I really didn't feel like I had enough time with this duo to fall all the way into five star love. Everything I read I adored: the banter, the flow, the characters the mix of happy and sad. But I needed more. My time with this book flew by and before I knew it I had reached the end with the overwhelming desire for 'more'. In short Lauren Layne is my top 'go to' author but for my tastes this book lacked a fullness. Maybe I'm greedy, or being overly picky, but as I ended this book I had that niggle that couldn't give room for a five star. Sad but true. However, despite my above thoughts I truly enjoyed myself with my latest 'Layne' escape and as per the norm I'm left scrambling the internet in the search for this authors next release date.
Final thoughts ...
Here's an author that never fails to make me fall into her writing with zero regrets and happiness. I know I might sound a little on the side of melodramatic but when I'm able to escape into a novel with pure enjoyment that right there is just what I'm looking to do. Lauren Layne, has weaved together a gorgeous story and I'm excited for other readers to finally get to see what Lincoln Mathis is hiding under all his women winning ways. Enjoy ... kisses.
"One look at the breathtakingly hot Lincoln Mathis and she knows that he’s exactly the type of man she should avoid."
A little heartbreak combined with a likeable duo, Lauren Layne took out the big guns when pulling together this Lincoln Mathis' novel. This has been a book that I've been anticipating in what seems like forever. I love this authors work, I can't deny, but when Layne combines her usual witty banter with a slice of sad on the side I have to admit I was fully gone.
What's it all about?
Two characters both shying away from their secrets get thrown together in a witty, heartfelt story that combines the best of Lauren Layne. On the one hand this book supplies the perfect banter, wordplay and romance but on the flip side the reader is also sold on a tale of 'rescue' for hero and heroine alike. Jump aboard this contemporary romance novel I'm convinced you'll experience nothing close to regret.
What did I love?
Hero and heroine alike were equally irresistible and adorable which was scoring some major book points. The flirtatious ribbing, friendship and camaraderie between the protagonists was second to none and once again highlighted Layne's talent at enticing her readers to fall in love with love. This novel had sweetness and light branded all over it with just the right amount of lightly presented angst. It suited my tastes to a tee and I was more than happy to see a lovely theme of friends to lovers emerge between this couple. The affection was just as addictive as the steam and the tension between these would be lovers was off the charts. Layne has once again produced a contemporary romance that is a real page turner and I'm pretty sure there will be a long line of readers who'd agree.
Why not five?
All things considered this novel was very close to grabbing a top star rating. As it was I needed to be convinced a little further. I really didn't feel like I had enough time with this duo to fall all the way into five star love. Everything I read I adored: the banter, the flow, the characters the mix of happy and sad. But I needed more. My time with this book flew by and before I knew it I had reached the end with the overwhelming desire for 'more'. In short Lauren Layne is my top 'go to' author but for my tastes this book lacked a fullness. Maybe I'm greedy, or being overly picky, but as I ended this book I had that niggle that couldn't give room for a five star. Sad but true. However, despite my above thoughts I truly enjoyed myself with my latest 'Layne' escape and as per the norm I'm left scrambling the internet in the search for this authors next release date.
Final thoughts ...
Here's an author that never fails to make me fall into her writing with zero regrets and happiness. I know I might sound a little on the side of melodramatic but when I'm able to escape into a novel with pure enjoyment that right there is just what I'm looking to do. Lauren Layne, has weaved together a gorgeous story and I'm excited for other readers to finally get to see what Lincoln Mathis is hiding under all his women winning ways. Enjoy ... kisses.
December 22, 2016
Lauren Layne has done many things since I began reading her books, and it’s nothing short of impressive. I’ve followed her through almost everything, I’d say, and she has never failed to produce a book that makes me smile. But, on the flip side of that, she’s only ever once brought tears to my eyes-whether from cruelty like in Good Girl, or from happiness in, well, many of her novels. But never once has she brought me to choking, knot in the throat tears…until now.
Let me preface this short review by saying that my heart is in the worst shape its ever probably been in, emotional wise. I won’t get into the details, because I don’t think I’m strong enough to type it out for a bunch of people I barely know so soon. But, just know, I have not been myself since November 1st, and I really don’t know when I’ll be my happy go lucky self again. I miss being carefree…life seemed so much simpler, lighter. And, even with 4 long months of morning sickness, nothing has compared to the heartache I feel now-That was nothing. I’ll stop here, lest I begin to cry at my desk, but just know that this review isn’t easy for me, nor was the content of this story. Maybe this was a five star read, maybe in a different time I’d have gobbled this up without any reservations…but, as it is, my heart is guarded and I didn’t let myself fully immerse the whole time, because I quite frankly can’t take that kind of emotion, at the moment.
And that’s not the book’s fault, it’s mine. So, anyway, my point is, I am rating this four stars, but the content is by far heavier than anything I could handle, so my rating may not be what it normally would.
So, anyway. This book isn’t what you’d normally expect from LL, and that’s most likely a good thing. The depth here is astounding, and whether you can relate or not (I imagine most can’t), there is something tangible here that will resonate deeply within you and make you feel deeper than perhaps you ever have before in an LL novel. It’s not all rainbows and butterflies, its life and lessons and learning and doing what you can to get by-Now hey, this? This I can relate to-that endless blur of each passing day, just doing your best not to crumble to the floor and leave your heart in pieces for everyone to see.
I was truly shocked with the direction this took, but humbled in a way that was grounding. My only complaint stems from the ‘three months later,’ and ‘two weeks later’ stuff. I’ve never been a huge fan of that, but I did understand the need not to dwell on current circumstances the whole novel. But perhaps one or two times less of this happening would have helped the book seem less like we were on fast forward so much.
This was a good mix of hero and heroine, an extremely good pairing. Emma’s sister is the heroine, and I really liked her personality-Of course, I loved Emma so this completely makes sense. She and Lincoln were absolutely adorable together and I enjoyed their relationship-She has her own past she is trying to forget and he is stuck in his own whirlwind of emotions. You can see they are both broken in different ways, but by both of them having issues, its easier (if anything like this can be easy) to deal with it together-it almost makes them whole. My only issue with the relationship is probably Lincoln...but how could I possibly gauge that with this special circumstance? I don’t think it's possible.
Again, I’m sorry I’m not my happy go lucky self, but I can’t be any other way. Lincoln was a wonderful hero who deserved the best story he could get, and I think LL nailed a diverse range of emotions in a very short span of a book-that’s hard to do. We’ve all been waiting forever to find out his big secret, and now that we will know, it’s certainly worth the wait-well…you know what I mean. I hope everyone finds something to love in this story, because we not only have a new heroine that is hard not to love, but we get the whole crew again…and it’s like coming home.
**ARC Provided by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review**
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Let me preface this short review by saying that my heart is in the worst shape its ever probably been in, emotional wise. I won’t get into the details, because I don’t think I’m strong enough to type it out for a bunch of people I barely know so soon. But, just know, I have not been myself since November 1st, and I really don’t know when I’ll be my happy go lucky self again. I miss being carefree…life seemed so much simpler, lighter. And, even with 4 long months of morning sickness, nothing has compared to the heartache I feel now-That was nothing. I’ll stop here, lest I begin to cry at my desk, but just know that this review isn’t easy for me, nor was the content of this story. Maybe this was a five star read, maybe in a different time I’d have gobbled this up without any reservations…but, as it is, my heart is guarded and I didn’t let myself fully immerse the whole time, because I quite frankly can’t take that kind of emotion, at the moment.
And that’s not the book’s fault, it’s mine. So, anyway, my point is, I am rating this four stars, but the content is by far heavier than anything I could handle, so my rating may not be what it normally would.
In response, Cole ambled over to the counter, picked up the eggroll, took an enormous bite, and knelt to offer the rest to Kiwi, who wagged happily. “There you go, baby. Who’s your favorite uncle now?” “It should be me,” Mitchell grumbled as he helped himself to a beer from Lincoln’s fridge. “I’m the one that took her to do her business. Lincoln, you know they make crap bags in colors other than pink and purple.”
So, anyway. This book isn’t what you’d normally expect from LL, and that’s most likely a good thing. The depth here is astounding, and whether you can relate or not (I imagine most can’t), there is something tangible here that will resonate deeply within you and make you feel deeper than perhaps you ever have before in an LL novel. It’s not all rainbows and butterflies, its life and lessons and learning and doing what you can to get by-Now hey, this? This I can relate to-that endless blur of each passing day, just doing your best not to crumble to the floor and leave your heart in pieces for everyone to see.
Daisy put a hand over her heart. “You wound me. Say Anything. I’m due for a rewatch. You could come.”
Emma made a gagging motion. “Pass.”
“Oh come on. I don’t know how twenty-two-year-old John Cusack didn’t steal your heart in that scene.”
“Um, no. Nothing against the actor, but any guy holding a boom box outside my bedroom at dawn is going to get a swift kick to the balls. And I don’t know how you can possibly find it romantic. You’re the least morning person I know.”
I was truly shocked with the direction this took, but humbled in a way that was grounding. My only complaint stems from the ‘three months later,’ and ‘two weeks later’ stuff. I’ve never been a huge fan of that, but I did understand the need not to dwell on current circumstances the whole novel. But perhaps one or two times less of this happening would have helped the book seem less like we were on fast forward so much.
“This is where you’re supposed to tell me I’m not broken,” she said, nudging his arm with hers.
He took a sip of beer. “Well, shit. I’m not sure I’m the person to know what’s broken and what’s not. I’ll tell you this though . . . nothing wrong with being confused.”
This was a good mix of hero and heroine, an extremely good pairing. Emma’s sister is the heroine, and I really liked her personality-Of course, I loved Emma so this completely makes sense. She and Lincoln were absolutely adorable together and I enjoyed their relationship-She has her own past she is trying to forget and he is stuck in his own whirlwind of emotions. You can see they are both broken in different ways, but by both of them having issues, its easier (if anything like this can be easy) to deal with it together-it almost makes them whole. My only issue with the relationship is probably Lincoln...but how could I possibly gauge that with this special circumstance? I don’t think it's possible.
Again, I’m sorry I’m not my happy go lucky self, but I can’t be any other way. Lincoln was a wonderful hero who deserved the best story he could get, and I think LL nailed a diverse range of emotions in a very short span of a book-that’s hard to do. We’ve all been waiting forever to find out his big secret, and now that we will know, it’s certainly worth the wait-well…you know what I mean. I hope everyone finds something to love in this story, because we not only have a new heroine that is hard not to love, but we get the whole crew again…and it’s like coming home.
**ARC Provided by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review**
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December 8, 2016
3.75 sweet stars
I was waiting for this book like...FOREVER!!I loved Lincoln Mathis and his charm. I was smitten along with the million other girls in New York and i was literally dying to find out his backstory.
BIG secret here and no way i'm going to even mention anything close to it. It took about 60% of the book for the 'secret' to resolve, and then till 90% for Lincoln to sort out his feelings. My heart broke for Lincoln and i understood his reasons for being the way he was. However, i did not think he was ready for any relationship with anyone, more so Daisy. Sweet, kind Daisy Sinclair.. i loved her. She is the most understanding, kind hearted, loving person who had her heart and soul crushed by her own past.
The secret was a good one and the writing as always, perfect and impeccable. I love Lauren Layne and she has managed to make something so sad and heartbreaking quite easy to read. But being a fan of second chances, i wish there was a big good break between Lincoln's past and Daisy. Although they had an easy friendship, i felt everything go too fast. They started of as friends but suddenly boom...feelings everywhere. I didn't quite connect with the intensity between the main characters. I would have appreciated him accepting Daisy for the amazing woman that she was and didn't really need that drama in the end. But the author made it up with a super sweet epilogue.
The good news, two more individuals are introduced here and get a book in 2017! YAY! Also, we meet the rest of the crew quite frequently in this book, especially my favourites Alex and Emma *sigh*( need a re-read)
Overall, a worth-your-time read, especially if you've been following the series and need to know Lincoln Mathis story.
I was waiting for this book like...FOREVER!!I loved Lincoln Mathis and his charm. I was smitten along with the million other girls in New York and i was literally dying to find out his backstory.
BIG secret here and no way i'm going to even mention anything close to it. It took about 60% of the book for the 'secret' to resolve, and then till 90% for Lincoln to sort out his feelings. My heart broke for Lincoln and i understood his reasons for being the way he was. However, i did not think he was ready for any relationship with anyone, more so Daisy. Sweet, kind Daisy Sinclair.. i loved her. She is the most understanding, kind hearted, loving person who had her heart and soul crushed by her own past.
The secret was a good one and the writing as always, perfect and impeccable. I love Lauren Layne and she has managed to make something so sad and heartbreaking quite easy to read. But being a fan of second chances, i wish there was a big good break between Lincoln's past and Daisy. Although they had an easy friendship, i felt everything go too fast. They started of as friends but suddenly boom...feelings everywhere. I didn't quite connect with the intensity between the main characters. I would have appreciated him accepting Daisy for the amazing woman that she was and didn't really need that drama in the end. But the author made it up with a super sweet epilogue.
The good news, two more individuals are introduced here and get a book in 2017! YAY! Also, we meet the rest of the crew quite frequently in this book, especially my favourites Alex and Emma *sigh*( need a re-read)
Overall, a worth-your-time read, especially if you've been following the series and need to know Lincoln Mathis story.
December 14, 2016
I have been waiting YEARS for Lincoln Mathis's story and LL delivered a heartbreaking story my heart broke for Lincoln, I knew there was a secret there but WOW I was not expecting this one.
I loved the progression of Lincoln and Daisy's relationship it was a slow burn with both of them having been hurt in the past and scared to risk their hearts again. I found this to be a beautiful love story of two broken hearts healing each other with companionship to begin with.
When the worst happened for Lincoln I had tears in my eyes reading when all the guys where there for him. The Oxford/Stilettos gang are the BEST I love all the banter between them all especially Cassidy and Cole.
I have to mention how cute the scenes with Kiwi were especially now that I have a new puppy myself.
I adored the epilogue an amazing ending for a beautiful story.
Well worth waiting all this time for Mr Mathis.
I loved the progression of Lincoln and Daisy's relationship it was a slow burn with both of them having been hurt in the past and scared to risk their hearts again. I found this to be a beautiful love story of two broken hearts healing each other with companionship to begin with.
When the worst happened for Lincoln I had tears in my eyes reading when all the guys where there for him. The Oxford/Stilettos gang are the BEST I love all the banter between them all especially Cassidy and Cole.
I have to mention how cute the scenes with Kiwi were especially now that I have a new puppy myself.
I adored the epilogue an amazing ending for a beautiful story.
Well worth waiting all this time for Mr Mathis.
June 3, 2018
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Lincoln’s book has been the one I’ve feel like I’ve been waiting for FOREVER. It really hasn’t been that long Lauren Layne puts out her books at a good clip but I wanted to know what was haunting the fun loving playboy who was beloved by all women it seems.
It was hinted at several times in the books leading up to Lincoln that he is no what he seems. He put on a face for his friends and the public but that is not the real him. He has a secret, one he has kept for awhile and he has just met someone kindred.
Daisy is Emma’s sister in New York for the fairytale wedding between her sister and Alex Cassidy. It seems that like calls to like and she also can tell right away that the man everyone thinks of as a fun loving manwhore is probably not really living up to that reputation at all.
Lincoln’s past and the reason he has become the version of himself that he shows everyone today. It was heartbreaking and I really felt for him. He and Daisy are both so broken and damaged that I totally bought into what drew them together and why both felt like they could open up and share a few of those secrets they have been hiding with the other.
One of the other things that I really always like about this series is the banter between all the characters. Since we have been hanging out with them since the Stiletto series I enjoy getting to see all the couples in their happiness during various moments in the book. The dialogue between them all is so much fun that I really enjoy every minute of page time the group gets. Penelope and Cole win the cute in this book though, they are still totally adorable.
This is more of an emotional book than some of the others in the series since Lincoln’s situation was so sad. I loved the depth it gave to his character and even though as soon as Daisy finds out about his situation it ends sort of abruptly (this was the tropy part as soon as they share his secret it conviently goes away in a very short amount of time) I appreciated the fallout that Lincoln had from it. That felt very real and genuine.
Daisy is a girl you can really root for. She has been kicked in the teeth and still she is sweet, caring and really seems to understand others around her. I liked most of her views on the world and while she has her own demons to fight to get back on the horse she is doing it one day at a time. I like the risks she took in the book and how even though she’d been through something traumatic herself it did not make he give up on the possibility of finding everything she thought she already had but this time for real.
Another solid Stilletto/Oxford novel and apparently it isn’t the end we thought it was. There will be one more book in the Oxford series to tie it all up.
Lincoln’s book has been the one I’ve feel like I’ve been waiting for FOREVER. It really hasn’t been that long Lauren Layne puts out her books at a good clip but I wanted to know what was haunting the fun loving playboy who was beloved by all women it seems.
It was hinted at several times in the books leading up to Lincoln that he is no what he seems. He put on a face for his friends and the public but that is not the real him. He has a secret, one he has kept for awhile and he has just met someone kindred.
Then he saw something else. Something familiar, because he’d done it a thousand times himself. She squared her shoulders, and he watched as a mask slid into place. He knew even before she approached that Daisy was exactly like him— good at being around people only because she chose to be. Knew that perhaps once it had been second nature, and now it was nothing but a deliberate attempt to make sure everyone thought she was okay.
Daisy is Emma’s sister in New York for the fairytale wedding between her sister and Alex Cassidy. It seems that like calls to like and she also can tell right away that the man everyone thinks of as a fun loving manwhore is probably not really living up to that reputation at all.
“I know you well enough to know that brunette you were dancing with was the most beautiful woman I’d ever seen, and yet you didn’t seem remotely interested.”
Lincoln was about to open the door to the bar, but stilled at her words, turning to face her. His eyes narrowed slightly. “Meaning?”
She took a tiny step closer, her gaze more level and challenging than it was flirtatious.
“Meaning, I think your womanizing reputation is all smoke and mirrors, and I think you like it that way.”
“You know nothing about it,” he muttered, turning away.
She touched his arm. “I know that everyone’s in awe of your ability to keep things friendly with the women you sleep with, even after you supposedly discard them.”
“Supposedly? You think I actually keep stringing them all along, sleeping with them all, whenever I want?”
“Don’t be silly,” she said with a cluck of her tongue as she reached for the door. “I don’t think you sleep with them at all.”
Lincoln’s past and the reason he has become the version of himself that he shows everyone today. It was heartbreaking and I really felt for him. He and Daisy are both so broken and damaged that I totally bought into what drew them together and why both felt like they could open up and share a few of those secrets they have been hiding with the other.
One of the other things that I really always like about this series is the banter between all the characters. Since we have been hanging out with them since the Stiletto series I enjoy getting to see all the couples in their happiness during various moments in the book. The dialogue between them all is so much fun that I really enjoy every minute of page time the group gets. Penelope and Cole win the cute in this book though, they are still totally adorable.
This is more of an emotional book than some of the others in the series since Lincoln’s situation was so sad. I loved the depth it gave to his character and even though as soon as Daisy finds out about his situation it ends sort of abruptly (this was the tropy part as soon as they share his secret it conviently goes away in a very short amount of time) I appreciated the fallout that Lincoln had from it. That felt very real and genuine.
Daisy is a girl you can really root for. She has been kicked in the teeth and still she is sweet, caring and really seems to understand others around her. I liked most of her views on the world and while she has her own demons to fight to get back on the horse she is doing it one day at a time. I like the risks she took in the book and how even though she’d been through something traumatic herself it did not make he give up on the possibility of finding everything she thought she already had but this time for real.
Another solid Stilletto/Oxford novel and apparently it isn’t the end we thought it was. There will be one more book in the Oxford series to tie it all up.
November 26, 2016
3.5 Stars
Overall, I'm a little unsure about how I feel about Someone Like You. I got a message one day saying the ARC had been sent to us, and I think I squealed. I've been waiting to read Lincoln's story since February when I first met this group of characters in I Wish You Were Mine, and I was so so so excited to finally have the chance. But then, things didn't exactly go how I was expecting. Granted, you never know what to actually expect from Lincoln Mathis but it was more than that, it wasn't what unexpected from the story, from the writing, from the details. I wanted to be blown away and while it was indeed a good read, I can't help but think I wasn't wowed as much as I had been with Jackson and Mollie's story.
First off, I need to commend Lauren on a job well done. There's a lot of heavy emotion in this book that could quite easily become overwhelming, but she doesn't go there. It's heavy, it's raw, but it's also uplifting. She lets you laugh and smile and love too. She can play well with these emotions and knows exactly how to portray them to impact the reader.
My big problem with this story is that I honestly don't understand anything about the relationship between the two main characters. It starts out platonic, which is fine, but then there was no growth. There was a revelation one day (which was a little cliche, even for me, might I add) and then boom. They went from 0-100-0-100 over and over again, I couldn't grasp anything. How they were feeling, what they actually wanted, where the problems were vs what they were working in, I was kind of confused. It was mostly in the middle, 50-70%ish mark I believe, but it just felt very muddled.
I think part of it was the way it was written perhaps. I'm okay with third person narrative, it's not my favourite but I can make due, but on more than one occasion while reading this book I wasn't sure what was happening. There's a lot of characters, there were a lot of emotions at play and a lot of unease even between the characters, and some of that seemed to translate onto me. There was a few times where I was actually shaking my head, unsure of what heck was happening or why. Why were the characters saying these things? Why did they have these reactions out of nowhere? Who were they talking to or about? We didn't get a whole lot of inside information as to what the characters were actually feeling, so some of it then felt a tad superficial in retrospect.
Even with my issues here, I truly did love both Lincoln and Daisy, I just didn't love their story. I liked their character traits and especially at the beginning when their friendship blossomed, I would've loved them together. It felt easy between them with Daisy's wit and Lincoln's charm.
And a quick little side note: yes, these stories (Oxford series and the Stiletto series) can all be read as standalones but wow, maybe bring a pen and paper! There is a huge group of secondary characters (all of which have had their own stories) that you need to keep track of and even though I've already read one of the books I still had a bit of a hard time keeping up. But then in turn some of my favourite scenes are the ones where they're all together. The camaraderie is strong and I love how tight knit they all are; literally would do anything for each other. Plus, they know how to keep a situation light and have everyone laughing which at times was definitely important.
Lauren Layne even introduced two new characters for us who will be getting their own story in March of 2017! So stay tuned because I feel like Nick and Taylor are going to have one heck of an explosive story.
*An ARC was received from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
Overall, I'm a little unsure about how I feel about Someone Like You. I got a message one day saying the ARC had been sent to us, and I think I squealed. I've been waiting to read Lincoln's story since February when I first met this group of characters in I Wish You Were Mine, and I was so so so excited to finally have the chance. But then, things didn't exactly go how I was expecting. Granted, you never know what to actually expect from Lincoln Mathis but it was more than that, it wasn't what unexpected from the story, from the writing, from the details. I wanted to be blown away and while it was indeed a good read, I can't help but think I wasn't wowed as much as I had been with Jackson and Mollie's story.
“He’s not worth it,” she said quietly.
“No, but you are,” he said, meeting her eyes.
First off, I need to commend Lauren on a job well done. There's a lot of heavy emotion in this book that could quite easily become overwhelming, but she doesn't go there. It's heavy, it's raw, but it's also uplifting. She lets you laugh and smile and love too. She can play well with these emotions and knows exactly how to portray them to impact the reader.
My big problem with this story is that I honestly don't understand anything about the relationship between the two main characters. It starts out platonic, which is fine, but then there was no growth. There was a revelation one day (which was a little cliche, even for me, might I add) and then boom. They went from 0-100-0-100 over and over again, I couldn't grasp anything. How they were feeling, what they actually wanted, where the problems were vs what they were working in, I was kind of confused. It was mostly in the middle, 50-70%ish mark I believe, but it just felt very muddled.
"For a moment they both froze, and there was something strangely electric about the moment, as though they were both poised on the precipice of something both epic and wonderful.
And then it passed, and they were just Daisy and Lincoln."
I think part of it was the way it was written perhaps. I'm okay with third person narrative, it's not my favourite but I can make due, but on more than one occasion while reading this book I wasn't sure what was happening. There's a lot of characters, there were a lot of emotions at play and a lot of unease even between the characters, and some of that seemed to translate onto me. There was a few times where I was actually shaking my head, unsure of what heck was happening or why. Why were the characters saying these things? Why did they have these reactions out of nowhere? Who were they talking to or about? We didn't get a whole lot of inside information as to what the characters were actually feeling, so some of it then felt a tad superficial in retrospect.
Even with my issues here, I truly did love both Lincoln and Daisy, I just didn't love their story. I liked their character traits and especially at the beginning when their friendship blossomed, I would've loved them together. It felt easy between them with Daisy's wit and Lincoln's charm.
“So where are we headed?” she asked as they began walking down the sidewalk. “Empire State Building? Statue of Liberty? Brooklyn Bridge?”
“Not tonight, love, I don’t have my fanny pack or selfie stick.”
“Then where to?”
“Dive bar.”
“Um, you’re in a tux and this dress is silk.”
“So we’ll skip the beer pong. Live a little.”
And a quick little side note: yes, these stories (Oxford series and the Stiletto series) can all be read as standalones but wow, maybe bring a pen and paper! There is a huge group of secondary characters (all of which have had their own stories) that you need to keep track of and even though I've already read one of the books I still had a bit of a hard time keeping up. But then in turn some of my favourite scenes are the ones where they're all together. The camaraderie is strong and I love how tight knit they all are; literally would do anything for each other. Plus, they know how to keep a situation light and have everyone laughing which at times was definitely important.
“She is hot,” Lincoln said casually, as he set a stack of plates on the counter. “But I’m not interested.”
“Since when?” Jake said around a bite of eggroll, apparently having reversed his decision on gnawing on them like a frat boy.
“Since now,” Lincoln snapped a little irritably. “Seriously, are we here to eat Chinese and play poker, or should I turn on Adele and pour us some rosé?”
“You say that like it’s not a regular thing for you,” Jake said.
Lauren Layne even introduced two new characters for us who will be getting their own story in March of 2017! So stay tuned because I feel like Nick and Taylor are going to have one heck of an explosive story.
*An ARC was received from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
December 7, 2016
ALL THE STARS FOR THIS BOOK!!
OMG THIS BOOK IS SOOOO GOOD!!!
I finished it in less than 24 hour!!
※warning: if you love Lincoln as much as I do, please prepare box of tissues before you start reading this book. Trust me, you'll need them.
I've been waiting for soooooo long to read this book. It was more than a year, if I remembered correctly. But it's sooooooo WORTH IT!!
Congratulations Lauren Layne, you did it again!! This book is surely not disappointing!
I fell in love with Lincoln Mathis since his first appearance in Sex, Love & Stiletto series. I'm beyond happy when I knew LL would write the spin-off, which is this Oxford series.
I was kinda hoping that LL would write Lincoln story first, but I really didn't mind waiting that long for this great story!!
How am I supposed to start?
God, if I've loved Lincoln with all my heart before I read his story, this book makes me love love love love looveeee him even more than I already do!!
Who knows that THAT super charming Lincoln Mathis actually has a very, very, painful secret?
If you've been following Sex, Love & Stiletto series, you'd know that Lincoln was always a ladies' man. He practically can melt our panties with his charming smile.
Everybody thinks that he's a Manhattan #1 Playboy, and he doesn't correct them. But what everybody doesn't know is that he does that to protect his heart.
And then there's this stunning twin of Emma Sinclair, Daisy Sinclair. Daisy always dreams of happily ever after for her life, but unfortunately her marriage ended up in a very bad divorce.
Somehow Lincoln and Daisy share the same painful and complicated pasts. That's why they get each other in just a short time.
I like the connection between Lincoln and Daisy. Because they experienced similar pain, it's so easy to understand why they get each other so fast. So it's not like a cliché insta-lust kinda story.
At first I thought Daisy was a weak and broken heroine, but I was wrong. Because she totally wasn't a broken person. She's so strong and so understanding.
The writing style of this book is kinda different from all LL books I've read so far. This book divided into 3 parts.
Part 1 is where all the secrets revealed.
That box of tissues are so necessary when you're reading this part. Seriously it makes my heart breaks but also makes me love Lincoln even more!!
Part 2 is where Lincoln trying a 'new start' after devastating moment in part 1.
Part 3 is of course the climax and closure. And you'll need the tissues again while reading this part LOL
The best of all is, the epilogue!! OMG THE EPILOGUE!!! I WISH IT WAS LONGER AND MORE DETAIL!!
I love how close and strong the friendships between their 'gang'. I love all the characters in this series so it's like I'm also a part of their growing family.
And the epilogue makes me soooo happy for all of them!! *wipes happy tears*
This book by far is the best New Adult Contemporary Romance I read this year!!
Thank you Lauren Layne for writing and creating such wonderful stories and characters! ♥
I really wish the story was longer!!
OMG THIS BOOK IS SOOOO GOOD!!!
I finished it in less than 24 hour!!
※warning: if you love Lincoln as much as I do, please prepare box of tissues before you start reading this book. Trust me, you'll need them.
I've been waiting for soooooo long to read this book. It was more than a year, if I remembered correctly. But it's sooooooo WORTH IT!!
Congratulations Lauren Layne, you did it again!! This book is surely not disappointing!
I fell in love with Lincoln Mathis since his first appearance in Sex, Love & Stiletto series. I'm beyond happy when I knew LL would write the spin-off, which is this Oxford series.
I was kinda hoping that LL would write Lincoln story first, but I really didn't mind waiting that long for this great story!!
How am I supposed to start?
God, if I've loved Lincoln with all my heart before I read his story, this book makes me love love love love looveeee him even more than I already do!!
Who knows that THAT super charming Lincoln Mathis actually has a very, very, painful secret?
If you've been following Sex, Love & Stiletto series, you'd know that Lincoln was always a ladies' man. He practically can melt our panties with his charming smile.
Everybody thinks that he's a Manhattan #1 Playboy, and he doesn't correct them. But what everybody doesn't know is that he does that to protect his heart.
And then there's this stunning twin of Emma Sinclair, Daisy Sinclair. Daisy always dreams of happily ever after for her life, but unfortunately her marriage ended up in a very bad divorce.
Somehow Lincoln and Daisy share the same painful and complicated pasts. That's why they get each other in just a short time.
I like the connection between Lincoln and Daisy. Because they experienced similar pain, it's so easy to understand why they get each other so fast. So it's not like a cliché insta-lust kinda story.
At first I thought Daisy was a weak and broken heroine, but I was wrong. Because she totally wasn't a broken person. She's so strong and so understanding.
The writing style of this book is kinda different from all LL books I've read so far. This book divided into 3 parts.
Part 1 is where all the secrets revealed.
That box of tissues are so necessary when you're reading this part. Seriously it makes my heart breaks but also makes me love Lincoln even more!!
Part 2 is where Lincoln trying a 'new start' after devastating moment in part 1.
Part 3 is of course the climax and closure. And you'll need the tissues again while reading this part LOL
The best of all is, the epilogue!! OMG THE EPILOGUE!!! I WISH IT WAS LONGER AND MORE DETAIL!!
I love how close and strong the friendships between their 'gang'. I love all the characters in this series so it's like I'm also a part of their growing family.
And the epilogue makes me soooo happy for all of them!! *wipes happy tears*
This book by far is the best New Adult Contemporary Romance I read this year!!
Thank you Lauren Layne for writing and creating such wonderful stories and characters! ♥
I really wish the story was longer!!
December 6, 2016
Stand-alone but part of the Oxford series
HEA:
Cheating:
Trigger:
Spoiler FREE review
It's been since Trouble with Love, the last book in the Stiletto series that I wanted Lincoln Mathis' book. And now that I read it, I'm over the moon! It's been so long since I imagine his HEA, not really knowing what to expect under his playboy ways. It was either a game or it was some sort of protection.
Reading more than a 100 books a year makes me harsher with books the more I read them but Someone Like you was just the way it should be. It's really hard to not spoil anything and still makes you want to read the book.
I know those who are already familiar with the Oxford guys don't need any more incentive. Lincoln is a charming character, easy on the eye with all the smooth talk a playboy has. He seduces women just by breathing. He knows it, he acts on it and he keeps his court as friends. Everyone around him wonders how he does it and you're about to find out while reading.
Here I'm rambling about Lincoln while there was also Daisy, Emma's twin sister. She was really the prefect match for him. She doesn't fall for his ways. She has been warned to stay away from him and even if she doesn't listen there's no need because she is far from being ready to trust a man with her heart anytime soon.
“Do you ever wonder how you’re supposed to know when it’s time to get back on the horse?” she asked, fiddling with the cocktail napkin. “Like how do you know when you’re living in the past, versus giving yourself time to heal?”
An easy friendship forms between these two. They are both damaged to a certain level and they both will try to cope and recover their own way. Feelings are raw, powerful and very real.
Someone Like You was really fantastic through and through. It has the perfect pace for their undeniable and unusual connection. I laughed, swooned, I was moved and I couldn't get enough. Chapter22 was the best! I even re-read it two times.
It was also fantastic to get back to the Stillettos&Oxford bunch. There form one big family now and I have to admit it's not always easy to keep up with all of them but it feels good to know all's good in their own HEA.
Now I know with Nike & Taylor, there are still more books to come and I can't wait to find out.
~ ARC provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review ~
HEA:
Cheating:
Trigger:
Spoiler FREE review
It's been since Trouble with Love, the last book in the Stiletto series that I wanted Lincoln Mathis' book. And now that I read it, I'm over the moon! It's been so long since I imagine his HEA, not really knowing what to expect under his playboy ways. It was either a game or it was some sort of protection.
Reading more than a 100 books a year makes me harsher with books the more I read them but Someone Like you was just the way it should be. It's really hard to not spoil anything and still makes you want to read the book.
I know those who are already familiar with the Oxford guys don't need any more incentive. Lincoln is a charming character, easy on the eye with all the smooth talk a playboy has. He seduces women just by breathing. He knows it, he acts on it and he keeps his court as friends. Everyone around him wonders how he does it and you're about to find out while reading.
Here I'm rambling about Lincoln while there was also Daisy, Emma's twin sister. She was really the prefect match for him. She doesn't fall for his ways. She has been warned to stay away from him and even if she doesn't listen there's no need because she is far from being ready to trust a man with her heart anytime soon.
“Do you ever wonder how you’re supposed to know when it’s time to get back on the horse?” she asked, fiddling with the cocktail napkin. “Like how do you know when you’re living in the past, versus giving yourself time to heal?”
An easy friendship forms between these two. They are both damaged to a certain level and they both will try to cope and recover their own way. Feelings are raw, powerful and very real.
Someone Like You was really fantastic through and through. It has the perfect pace for their undeniable and unusual connection. I laughed, swooned, I was moved and I couldn't get enough. Chapter22 was the best! I even re-read it two times.
It was also fantastic to get back to the Stillettos&Oxford bunch. There form one big family now and I have to admit it's not always easy to keep up with all of them but it feels good to know all's good in their own HEA.
Now I know with Nike & Taylor, there are still more books to come and I can't wait to find out.
~ ARC provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review ~
December 24, 2019
Another wonderful book in thos series. This book is full with emotional ride. Sweet, swoony, sad, and happy. My only wish is the book can be made longer.
The relationship between Lincoln and Daisy is wonderful. Transforming from friend to lover. Both have their own past. And yet both of them are brave to move on together. Their moving on story is beautiful. The chmistry between them is enough to make the story alive.
Overall this is a wonderful book and i enjoy it very much.
4 stars
The relationship between Lincoln and Daisy is wonderful. Transforming from friend to lover. Both have their own past. And yet both of them are brave to move on together. Their moving on story is beautiful. The chmistry between them is enough to make the story alive.
Overall this is a wonderful book and i enjoy it very much.
4 stars
December 8, 2016
Just when I thought Lauren Layne would never use the to gain sympathy and heartbreak from readers, this book came along and ruined the fun, light-hearted imagery I had for this series.
April 7, 2017
5 stars!
Spoiler-free review
I must admit, I was almost scared to start this book. Lincoln Mathis had captured my attention early on in the Oxford series and there's this thing called high expectations. I had that for him. I WANTED his story... his happily ever after. The hottest male employee at Oxford, Lincoln Mathis was never at a shortage of female attention. But he never seemed to settle down- ever the playboy. What was it going to take? Who would finally settle him down?
Another interesting tidbit while preparing to read and review this book prior to publication was the insane secrecy of this story. The 'don't post spoilers' warnings everywhere. I must say that peaked my interest even more! And now I know why. You do not want this story spoiled for you. Not an ounce. So, take my word for it, just read it and be shaken to your core. Lincoln's story is unlike any other book in this Oxford series or the Sex, Love and Stiletto series. And it's simply riveting to its core.
Someone Like You is a story of two characters with very jaded backgrounds. Backgrounds that can rock a person for years...a lifetime. But finding that right person, can each be the balm to the other's broken dreams and hearts?
This book is most definitely the most angsty emotional of all the books I've read by Lauren Layne. Prepare for that. Prepare for your heart to be so emotionally invested fairly early on. But, rest assured, things are also lighter and more comical once the cast of characters from both Oxford and Stiletto come into play. I loved revisiting all these couples- and it's one big group! Their friendships have stood the test of time, relationships have ensued, families started. I loved catching up with them all. And I'm so so glad that my high expectations for our Lincoln Mathis were met. Well done.
Advanced copy received by author in exchange for my honest review.
Spoiler-free review
I must admit, I was almost scared to start this book. Lincoln Mathis had captured my attention early on in the Oxford series and there's this thing called high expectations. I had that for him. I WANTED his story... his happily ever after. The hottest male employee at Oxford, Lincoln Mathis was never at a shortage of female attention. But he never seemed to settle down- ever the playboy. What was it going to take? Who would finally settle him down?
Another interesting tidbit while preparing to read and review this book prior to publication was the insane secrecy of this story. The 'don't post spoilers' warnings everywhere. I must say that peaked my interest even more! And now I know why. You do not want this story spoiled for you. Not an ounce. So, take my word for it, just read it and be shaken to your core. Lincoln's story is unlike any other book in this Oxford series or the Sex, Love and Stiletto series. And it's simply riveting to its core.
Someone Like You is a story of two characters with very jaded backgrounds. Backgrounds that can rock a person for years...a lifetime. But finding that right person, can each be the balm to the other's broken dreams and hearts?
This book is most definitely the most angsty emotional of all the books I've read by Lauren Layne. Prepare for that. Prepare for your heart to be so emotionally invested fairly early on. But, rest assured, things are also lighter and more comical once the cast of characters from both Oxford and Stiletto come into play. I loved revisiting all these couples- and it's one big group! Their friendships have stood the test of time, relationships have ensued, families started. I loved catching up with them all. And I'm so so glad that my high expectations for our Lincoln Mathis were met. Well done.
Advanced copy received by author in exchange for my honest review.
December 6, 2016
I'm very disappointed with Lincoln's book. The story was well written, but Lincoln .
December 5, 2016
This review can also be found at Carole's Random Life.
Yay...Lincoln's story! This is the third book in the Oxford series and my favorite so far. This book cold easily be read as a stand alone although you will not know the history of some of the characters. Lincoln's character shines from the moment he first shows up on the page. As soon as he had a role in this series, I knew that I needed to read his story. It turns out that his story was worth the wait.
I had a feeling that Lincoln was a lot more than what we have seen in the previous books and I was right. He is a gorgeous playboy who can have any woman that he wants. Women literally throw themselves at this man but I had to know what made him tick. Let me just say that I was shocked by what is learned about Lincoln's past in this book. I liked his character before I started this book but I like him even more now that I have finished.
Daisy has her own story and everyone seems to be walking on eggshells around her. She has been through a divorce but it seemed that there was more to the story. Daisy's story wasn't as shocking as Lincoln's but it did explain a lot. I liked Daisy a lot. She worked hard to put her life back together and had an inner strength that was impressive. I liked how easily she was able to really see Lincoln for who he is.
I loved Lincoln and Daisy as a couple. These two were just so perfect together. From the very beginning of the book, they were just a lot of fun. They connected almost immediately and really were a perfect match for each other. They had wonderful chemistry and I liked how they seemed to feel comfortable with each other immediately. The build up of the romance was intense and I was completely invested by the time they actually acted on it.
I would highly recommend this book to fans of contemporary romance. Lincoln is such a great character and I loved his story. I also really enjoyed the fact that the obstacle that this couple had to overcome is a little different than I usually see and was completely unexpected. I am looking forward to reading more for this talented author very soon.
I received an advance reader edition of this book from Random House Publishing Group - Loveswept via NetGalley.
Initial Thoughts
Awww. ...Lincoln's story. I have got to tell you that I absolutely loved this story. I was shocked at one point and my heart melted a little in the end. The build up was fantastic. I didn't want to put this one down. Probably my favorite Lauren Layne book that I have read.
Yay...Lincoln's story! This is the third book in the Oxford series and my favorite so far. This book cold easily be read as a stand alone although you will not know the history of some of the characters. Lincoln's character shines from the moment he first shows up on the page. As soon as he had a role in this series, I knew that I needed to read his story. It turns out that his story was worth the wait.
I had a feeling that Lincoln was a lot more than what we have seen in the previous books and I was right. He is a gorgeous playboy who can have any woman that he wants. Women literally throw themselves at this man but I had to know what made him tick. Let me just say that I was shocked by what is learned about Lincoln's past in this book. I liked his character before I started this book but I like him even more now that I have finished.
Daisy has her own story and everyone seems to be walking on eggshells around her. She has been through a divorce but it seemed that there was more to the story. Daisy's story wasn't as shocking as Lincoln's but it did explain a lot. I liked Daisy a lot. She worked hard to put her life back together and had an inner strength that was impressive. I liked how easily she was able to really see Lincoln for who he is.
I loved Lincoln and Daisy as a couple. These two were just so perfect together. From the very beginning of the book, they were just a lot of fun. They connected almost immediately and really were a perfect match for each other. They had wonderful chemistry and I liked how they seemed to feel comfortable with each other immediately. The build up of the romance was intense and I was completely invested by the time they actually acted on it.
I would highly recommend this book to fans of contemporary romance. Lincoln is such a great character and I loved his story. I also really enjoyed the fact that the obstacle that this couple had to overcome is a little different than I usually see and was completely unexpected. I am looking forward to reading more for this talented author very soon.
I received an advance reader edition of this book from Random House Publishing Group - Loveswept via NetGalley.
Initial Thoughts
Awww. ...Lincoln's story. I have got to tell you that I absolutely loved this story. I was shocked at one point and my heart melted a little in the end. The build up was fantastic. I didn't want to put this one down. Probably my favorite Lauren Layne book that I have read.
December 7, 2016
3.5 - Lincoln & the Wallflower - stars
Someone Like You was marginally better than the two previous books. Lincoln is not at all what he appeared to be in the past books, and I say that with mixed feelings.
While I was glad to learn he was not at all manwhore, although one with great manners and a very good reputation, his big secret left me with a sour taste in my mouth. He was sweet but also a bit dense regarding his own feelings. I understand that his secret held him back and I get that, but he was still a dummy. A yummy dummy. SPOILER AHEAD!!!!
Because of this spoiler, which turned out to be half my review (if you don't wanna see the spoiler my review makes nada sense!), I had to drop a star.
The h, Daisy, was delightful and I have absolutely nothing negative to say about her. She was sweet, caring, understanding, loyal and funny. She and Lincoln were perfect for each other, I was rooting for them and kept hoping that Lincoln would pull his head out of his a$$ already!
Unfortunately, I had to deduct .5 star when I got to ending. I needed more work on that ending, at least more than a cheesy remake of an 80's teen movie which was resolved between the 89-91% mark. Nope.. 2% of grovel, forgiveness and reunion is not sufficient in my book.
On a positive note, the epilogue was a super sweet 3 years into the future filled with weddings, babies and happiness (not telling if it was this couple or any of the other couples, you'll have to read yourself and find out!)
Someone Like You was marginally better than the two previous books. Lincoln is not at all what he appeared to be in the past books, and I say that with mixed feelings.
While I was glad to learn he was not at all manwhore, although one with great manners and a very good reputation, his big secret left me with a sour taste in my mouth. He was sweet but also a bit dense regarding his own feelings. I understand that his secret held him back and I get that, but he was still a dummy. A yummy dummy. SPOILER AHEAD!!!!
Because of this spoiler, which turned out to be half my review (if you don't wanna see the spoiler my review makes nada sense!), I had to drop a star.
The h, Daisy, was delightful and I have absolutely nothing negative to say about her. She was sweet, caring, understanding, loyal and funny. She and Lincoln were perfect for each other, I was rooting for them and kept hoping that Lincoln would pull his head out of his a$$ already!
Unfortunately, I had to deduct .5 star when I got to ending. I needed more work on that ending, at least more than a cheesy remake of an 80's teen movie which was resolved between the 89-91% mark. Nope.. 2% of grovel, forgiveness and reunion is not sufficient in my book.
On a positive note, the epilogue was a super sweet 3 years into the future filled with weddings, babies and happiness (not telling if it was this couple or any of the other couples, you'll have to read yourself and find out!)
May 14, 2017
5++++++++ stars
Oh my word! How did I miss this one? I had been watching and waiting for Lincoln's story. I was not disappointed at all. I knew he had something tragic in his past, but that never crossed my mind. Daisy was absolutely perfect for him and had her own past to overcome. I cried like three times. Just a great story with lots of love and sex plus all the Stiletto and Oxford gang. Plus there's another book with Nick and Taylor. And maybe a spin-off with Daisy's co-workers...
I may have to go read it again right now.
Oh my word! How did I miss this one? I had been watching and waiting for Lincoln's story. I was not disappointed at all. I knew he had something tragic in his past, but that never crossed my mind. Daisy was absolutely perfect for him and had her own past to overcome. I cried like three times. Just a great story with lots of love and sex plus all the Stiletto and Oxford gang. Plus there's another book with Nick and Taylor. And maybe a spin-off with Daisy's co-workers...
I may have to go read it again right now.
December 4, 2016
5 Heartfelt stars
After having read the Sex, Love & Stiletto series and the Oxford series I was so excited to get my hands on Lincoln's book in Someone like You.
He was the sexy, sweet, quick witted and romantic guy we'd fallen in love with and couldn't wait to meet the girl who would win his heart.
And now after having read Someone like You, I can honestly say it was everything I was hoping for and more.
I loved Lincoln and Daisy, they were likable, endearing characters that captured my heart and took me on an emotional journey with their love story.
Both Lincoln and Daisy have been putting on a happy and carefree face to their loved ones but underneath they're emotionally shut off and struggling with their pain.
From the first meeting Lincoln and Daisy find themselves being drawn to each other, they find comfort, understanding and peace. The more time they'd spend together the more their walls would come down and the deeper their friendship grew.
I loved them together, I loved how they would make each other feel and how easily they could talk to each other.
Watching them move from friends to more was both heartwarming and heartbreaking. My heart went out to them, especially Lincoln.
It's hard to write this review without giving any spoilers away, what I can share is that Lincoln and Daisy made me laugh, they made me swoon, they made me cry and they made me swoon some more.
*swooooooon*
Aside from Lincoln and Daisy, there was so much I loved about Someone like You.
I loved revisiting all the characters from the previous books. Loved the banter that went down between the friends, and I loved how much they cared and supported each other.
They would do anything for one another, this was a special friendship that would last a lifetime.
In closing, Someone like You is a beautifully written, heartfelt and emotional storyline that will pull at your heartstrings and I highly recommend it.
Thank you Lauren Layne for writing Lincoln's story and for sharing him with us <3
*all the feels*
Purchase Links
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*A BIG thank you to the publisher, author & Tasty Book Tours for the advance copy in exchange for my honest thoughts*
After having read the Sex, Love & Stiletto series and the Oxford series I was so excited to get my hands on Lincoln's book in Someone like You.
He was the sexy, sweet, quick witted and romantic guy we'd fallen in love with and couldn't wait to meet the girl who would win his heart.
And now after having read Someone like You, I can honestly say it was everything I was hoping for and more.
I loved Lincoln and Daisy, they were likable, endearing characters that captured my heart and took me on an emotional journey with their love story.
Both Lincoln and Daisy have been putting on a happy and carefree face to their loved ones but underneath they're emotionally shut off and struggling with their pain.
From the first meeting Lincoln and Daisy find themselves being drawn to each other, they find comfort, understanding and peace. The more time they'd spend together the more their walls would come down and the deeper their friendship grew.
I loved them together, I loved how they would make each other feel and how easily they could talk to each other.
Watching them move from friends to more was both heartwarming and heartbreaking. My heart went out to them, especially Lincoln.
It's hard to write this review without giving any spoilers away, what I can share is that Lincoln and Daisy made me laugh, they made me swoon, they made me cry and they made me swoon some more.
*swooooooon*
Aside from Lincoln and Daisy, there was so much I loved about Someone like You.
I loved revisiting all the characters from the previous books. Loved the banter that went down between the friends, and I loved how much they cared and supported each other.
They would do anything for one another, this was a special friendship that would last a lifetime.
In closing, Someone like You is a beautifully written, heartfelt and emotional storyline that will pull at your heartstrings and I highly recommend it.
Thank you Lauren Layne for writing Lincoln's story and for sharing him with us <3
*all the feels*
Purchase Links
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Someone-Like-Y...
B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/someo...
Google: https://play.google.com/store/books/d...
iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/some...
Kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebo...
*A BIG thank you to the publisher, author & Tasty Book Tours for the advance copy in exchange for my honest thoughts*
December 30, 2016
This is part of a series and you get a lot of characters from those prior books. You probably don't need to read those for this one to make sense, but it's a lot less annoying getting the cameos if there's a chance you'll know the other characters.
I've been looking forward to Lincoln's story for a couple books now. The suave lady's man who manages not to be a heartbreaker is compelling—particularly with the hint of the tragic hanging about him. And I was pleasantly surprised to have Daisy match up to him with her own compelling background. She's got her own demons, but is doing her best to overcome them and her interactions with Lincoln were pretty awesome. I liked their connection and how they each found someone to understand and appreciate them on the deep level conveyed. I bought their connection, is what I'm saying, despite it being rather instant.
That said, the three stars should be a tip-off that not all was well in the book, at least for me. It boils down to one circumstance that has emotional resonance in Lincoln's character that penetrate the book in bad ways. It's not a spoiler, exactly, but it's about a quarter in before we get the details. I'm not going to spoiler-tag it, but if you want to preserve absolute spoiler-purity skip to the last paragraph (before the bolded sections).
What happened with Lincoln's fiancée, Katie, is tragic, no lie. Persistent vegetative state has emotional fallout that can be harder than a loved one dying; you have all the loss and none of the closure. The thing is, there is literally zero hope for any kind of true recovery for patients in that situation. And while I'm a romantic at heart, I'm also pretty frank in dealing with tragedy and have little patience for the romanticization of suffering and I think that's happening here. Which is to say that I don't find Lincoln's self-imposed suffering tragic or endearing. It's akin to the widower who vows never to love again. Yes, she was a treasure and you were deeply in love. But she's also gone. No return. Time to move on and live life. Sure, visit her forever if that helps you. But closing yourself off from living a full and rich life forever is just indulgent. And the thing is, if there was true love in that relationship, you know the loved one who has passed on wouldn't want you moping about in despair and pain for the rest of your life, either. So that moping about isn't only stupid self-pity, it's also a betrayal of that love in a way.
And it doesn't help that Layne cheats when . Which allows Layne to leave Lincoln in his emotional constipation for big drama. Which leads to when . I tell you, I lost all sympathy for him there. Indeed, it was bad enough I had a flash of hope that Daisy would leave Lincoln and go find herself a nice boy who would treat her well. This book escaped two stars by the expedient of Lincoln pulling off one of the better grand gestures in romance literature.
So it's a rocky story and I spent a great deal of it grumbling and grousing at Lincoln being an emotionally stunted idiot. The escape from two stars was narrow, but in the end, it was good enough and I don't regret the purchase or time spent. I'm a little sad to leave the series on this note, but kind of relieved at the same time to be done.
A note about Audible: The narrator, Rebecca Estrella, flubs Daisy's accent pretty badly. There's a hint of Southern about it. Sometimes. But mostly not. Since Daisy's accent is supposedly strong, this was deeply disappointing; particularly as I'm at least somewhat partial to that accent, personally...
A note about Steamy: There are three explicit sex scenes, though there's some cheating here, too (because the first is an unflagged dream sequence that kind of ambushed me). They're pretty long ones, too. Which puts this in the middle of my steam range, but edging higher. Actually, the sex scenes were pretty well-done and had emotional resonance (except for the cheat, which was just cheap). This served to make the eventual disappointment deeper, though, so I'm not sure that's a win.
I've been looking forward to Lincoln's story for a couple books now. The suave lady's man who manages not to be a heartbreaker is compelling—particularly with the hint of the tragic hanging about him. And I was pleasantly surprised to have Daisy match up to him with her own compelling background. She's got her own demons, but is doing her best to overcome them and her interactions with Lincoln were pretty awesome. I liked their connection and how they each found someone to understand and appreciate them on the deep level conveyed. I bought their connection, is what I'm saying, despite it being rather instant.
That said, the three stars should be a tip-off that not all was well in the book, at least for me. It boils down to one circumstance that has emotional resonance in Lincoln's character that penetrate the book in bad ways. It's not a spoiler, exactly, but it's about a quarter in before we get the details. I'm not going to spoiler-tag it, but if you want to preserve absolute spoiler-purity skip to the last paragraph (before the bolded sections).
What happened with Lincoln's fiancée, Katie, is tragic, no lie. Persistent vegetative state has emotional fallout that can be harder than a loved one dying; you have all the loss and none of the closure. The thing is, there is literally zero hope for any kind of true recovery for patients in that situation. And while I'm a romantic at heart, I'm also pretty frank in dealing with tragedy and have little patience for the romanticization of suffering and I think that's happening here. Which is to say that I don't find Lincoln's self-imposed suffering tragic or endearing. It's akin to the widower who vows never to love again. Yes, she was a treasure and you were deeply in love. But she's also gone. No return. Time to move on and live life. Sure, visit her forever if that helps you. But closing yourself off from living a full and rich life forever is just indulgent. And the thing is, if there was true love in that relationship, you know the loved one who has passed on wouldn't want you moping about in despair and pain for the rest of your life, either. So that moping about isn't only stupid self-pity, it's also a betrayal of that love in a way.
And it doesn't help that Layne cheats when . Which allows Layne to leave Lincoln in his emotional constipation for big drama. Which leads to when . I tell you, I lost all sympathy for him there. Indeed, it was bad enough I had a flash of hope that Daisy would leave Lincoln and go find herself a nice boy who would treat her well. This book escaped two stars by the expedient of Lincoln pulling off one of the better grand gestures in romance literature.
So it's a rocky story and I spent a great deal of it grumbling and grousing at Lincoln being an emotionally stunted idiot. The escape from two stars was narrow, but in the end, it was good enough and I don't regret the purchase or time spent. I'm a little sad to leave the series on this note, but kind of relieved at the same time to be done.
A note about Audible: The narrator, Rebecca Estrella, flubs Daisy's accent pretty badly. There's a hint of Southern about it. Sometimes. But mostly not. Since Daisy's accent is supposedly strong, this was deeply disappointing; particularly as I'm at least somewhat partial to that accent, personally...
A note about Steamy: There are three explicit sex scenes, though there's some cheating here, too (because the first is an unflagged dream sequence that kind of ambushed me). They're pretty long ones, too. Which puts this in the middle of my steam range, but edging higher. Actually, the sex scenes were pretty well-done and had emotional resonance (except for the cheat, which was just cheap). This served to make the eventual disappointment deeper, though, so I'm not sure that's a win.
July 13, 2017
This is definitely the most emotional read from the Lauren Layne books I have read so far. From the 7 books I have read, this is in the top somewhere, for sure.
I don’t even know what to say, but there are a lot of touching moments. My heart was breaking at some parts – and yep, I cried. I started this book highly skeptical because in general, I have not liked most of the books in this series except for Julie&Mitchell’s and Penelope&Cole’s books. However, this book is truly great.
I love the friendships in this series and seeing all of the old characters back again – they’re so damn cute. The romance in this is unexpected for me – especially after meeting Lincoln in the previous books. I honestly didn’t think I was going to like his book when I got to it. However, I ended up really liking the direction Lauren Layne went with for his story. The romance is touching and sweet. Also, the epilogue is on pointttttttt. I’m giving Someone Like You 4 stars.
Things that you might want to know (WARNING: Spoilers below)
Is there a happy/satisfying ending?
Love triangle? Cheating? Angst level?
Tears-worthy?
Humor?
Favorite scene?
What age level would be appropriate?
I don’t even know what to say, but there are a lot of touching moments. My heart was breaking at some parts – and yep, I cried. I started this book highly skeptical because in general, I have not liked most of the books in this series except for Julie&Mitchell’s and Penelope&Cole’s books. However, this book is truly great.
I love the friendships in this series and seeing all of the old characters back again – they’re so damn cute. The romance in this is unexpected for me – especially after meeting Lincoln in the previous books. I honestly didn’t think I was going to like his book when I got to it. However, I ended up really liking the direction Lauren Layne went with for his story. The romance is touching and sweet. Also, the epilogue is on pointttttttt. I’m giving Someone Like You 4 stars.
Things that you might want to know (WARNING: Spoilers below)
Is there a happy/satisfying ending?
Love triangle? Cheating? Angst level?
Tears-worthy?
Humor?
Favorite scene?
What age level would be appropriate?
Shelved as 'no-way-jose'
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Same trope going around lately. If it sells, whatevis!! LOL. This plot is funny, not tragic anymore.
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Same trope going around lately. If it sells, whatevis!! LOL. This plot is funny, not tragic anymore.
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