Title: Tempting Her Best Friend
Author: Gina L. Maxwell
First published August 11, 2014
164 pages, ebook
ISBN: 9781633750296 (ISBN10: 1633750299)
Rating: 3.61
Overview
Entangled’s Lovestruck imprint brings you Tempting Her Best Friend, a captivating contemporary romance. Alyssa Miller has waited for her neighbor, Dillon Alexander, to see her in a romantic light.
However, after reaching her limit, she decides to attend a romance book convention in Las Vegas to have a steamy fling with one of the cover models. Dillon fears that he is not good enough for Alyssa and refuses to commit.
When he learns about her plans, he rushes to Vegas to be the one to scratch her itch. Little did they know that their explosive chemistry would be Vegas’ hottest attraction, with unexpected help from Elvis, Marilyn Monroe, a flamboyant matchmaker, and TSA.
Will their adventure end in Vegas or will they find love in each other’s arms?
About the Author
Gina L. Maxwell is an accomplished author who has reached the pinnacle of literary success.
Her works have been featured on the New York Times, USA Today, and #1 International bestseller lists. Despite her disdain for snow and cold weather, Gina calls the upper Midwest her home.
She has been a lifelong fan of romance novels and decided to start writing them to indulge her love for Happily Ever Afters.
In 2012, Gina made her debut with Seducing Cinderella, which quickly became a bestseller within a month of release. Even after a decade, it remains a favorite among her fans.
When she is not engrossed in books, crafting stories, or indulging in her obsession with planners and office supplies, Gina enjoys spending time with her grown children, living life to the fullest, and dreaming of a future where she is settled in a tropical paradise.
Editoral Review
Book Review: Tempting Her Best Friend by Gina L. Maxwell
Gina L. Maxwell’s Tempting Her Best Friend is a contemporary romance novel that explores the complexities of friendship, love, and desire.
Published on August 11, 2014, the book falls into the new adult romance genre and is aimed at readers who enjoy steamy love stories.
The novel follows the story of Harper, a successful businesswoman, and her best friend, Max, a handsome and charming bartender. Despite their deep friendship, both Harper and Max have been secretly attracted to each other for years.
When Harper’s ex-boyfriend reappears in her life and threatens to ruin her career, Harper turns to Max for help. As they work together to overcome the challenges that come their way, their feelings for each other begin to shift, and they find themselves caught in a passionate romance.
Maxwell’s writing style is engaging and easy to follow, making the book a quick and enjoyable read. She does an excellent job of creating well-developed characters that are relatable and realistic.
Harper and Max’s complicated relationship is the driving force of the story, and their chemistry is palpable from the first page.
The book’s themes of friendship, loyalty, and self-discovery are explored with care and sensitivity, making the story feel authentic and grounded. Maxwell’s attention to detail in describing the settings and emotions of the characters adds depth and richness to the story.
Despite these strengths, the book does have some limitations. The plot is predictable, and the conflicts are resolved too quickly, leaving little room for tension or suspense.
Additionally, some of the secondary characters feel underdeveloped and generic, lacking the complexity and depth of the main characters.
Overall, Tempting Her Best Friend is an enjoyable read that will appeal to fans of contemporary romance. While it may not be groundbreaking or particularly innovative, it delivers a satisfying story with well-crafted characters and themes that resonate with the reader.
For those who enjoy steamy romance novels that explore the complexities of friendship and love, Tempting Her Best Friend is well worth the read. It offers a refreshing take on the genre, with relatable characters and a compelling storyline.
Rating: 3.5/5 stars.
