Title: Beard Mode
Author: Lani Lynn Vale
First published February 14, 2017
374 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 4.24
Overview
Jaxson ‘don’t ever call me Jax’ Black is a man haunted by his past. He’s spent years running from his demons, but they always seem to catch up to him.
So when he stumbles upon the small town of Willow Creek, he thinks he’s found the perfect place to lay low and start over. That is until he meets the fiery and independent bookstore owner, Penelope.
She’s everything he’s not looking for – a distraction he can’t afford. But the more he tries to push her away, the more she pulls him in.
And soon, Jax finds himself opening up to the possibility of a future he never thought he deserved. Will he be able to let go of his past and embrace the love he’s been searching for?
Or will his demons catch up to him once again and destroy everything he’s worked so hard for? Find out in Willow Creek, the first book in the new series from bestselling author Lani Lynn Vale.
About the Author
Lani Lynn Vale’s love story began in high school when she met the man of her dreams. It was his baseball pants that caught her eye and stole her heart.
Fast forward a decade later, and they have three wild and wonderful children, along with a mischievous cat named Demon who loves to disturb her sleep at odd hours. Texas is the state they call home, and it’s the best one in the world, in her opinion.
Lani’s passion lies in writing contemporary and romantic suspense novels, and she has a soft spot for all things romantic. You’ll often find her lost in the world of her fictional characters, typing away on her computer.
That is, until her husband and kids remind her of their need for sustenance in the form of food and drink.
Editoral Review
Beard Mode by Lani Lynn Vale is a contemporary romance novel first published on February 14, 2017. Vale is an American author who has written over 100 books in the romance genre.
She is known for her steamy novels that explore the lives of gritty, flawed characters. In Beard Mode, Vale tells the story of Aaron ‘don’t call me Fatbaby’ Sims, the president of the Death Lords MC.
Aaron is hard around the edges, with a sharp tongue and a gruff exterior. When he meets Imogen, a quirky and beautiful artist who is in town for a gallery show, sparks fly.
But will their love be enough to overcome the challenges facing their relationship? Set in a small town in Texas, Beard Mode explores themes of family, loyalty, and the struggle for finding one’s place in the world.
The novel is packed with intense, steamy scenes that are sure to leave the reader breathless. Vale’s writing style is fast-paced and captivating.
She is able to build suspense and keep the reader engaged from the first page to the last. The character development is admirable, and Vale does a great job of making us care about her characters.
The chemistry between Aaron and Imogen is sizzling, and you can’t help but root for them to find a way to make it work. There are a few flaws in the novel, however.
The plot can be predictable at times, and some of the dialogue can feel a bit melodramatic. Additionally, while Vale is clearly trying to portray Aaron as a complex and multi-dimensional character, there are moments where his rough exterior feels a bit too over the top.
Overall, if you’re a fan of contemporary romance novels, Beard Mode is definitely worth a read. It’s not perfect, but it’s an entertaining and engaging novel that will leave you wanting more.
For those who are looking for a light, steamy read, this book is highly recommended. It’s perfect for fans of authors like Kristen Ashley and Elle Kennedy.
If you’re in need of a fun, sexy escape, Beard Mode is the book for you. On a scale of one to ten, I would give this book a solid seven.
