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Loving on the Edge #9
Loving You Easy
Three lovers really click in the latest from the New York Times bestselling author of Call on Me—
Cora has an amazing sex life. She’s beautiful, daring, and the most popular submissive in Hayven. Too bad none of it’s real...
IT specialist Cora Benning has figured out the key to her formerly disastrous love life—make it virtual. In the online world of Hayven, she’s free of her geek girl image and can indulge her most private fantasies with a sexy, mysterious master without anyone in her life discovering her secrets. Until her information is hacked and she finds herself working to fix the breach under two very powerful men—one who seems all too familiar...
Best friends and business partners Ren Muroya and Hayes Fox were once revered dominants. Then Hayes was wrongfully sent to prison and everything changed. Ren wants to get back to who they were. Hayes can’t risk it. But when they discover the new IT specialist is their online fascination, and that she’s never felt a dominant’s touch, the temptation to turn virtual into reality becomes all too great…
Cora has an amazing sex life. She’s beautiful, daring, and the most popular submissive in Hayven. Too bad none of it’s real...
IT specialist Cora Benning has figured out the key to her formerly disastrous love life—make it virtual. In the online world of Hayven, she’s free of her geek girl image and can indulge her most private fantasies with a sexy, mysterious master without anyone in her life discovering her secrets. Until her information is hacked and she finds herself working to fix the breach under two very powerful men—one who seems all too familiar...
Best friends and business partners Ren Muroya and Hayes Fox were once revered dominants. Then Hayes was wrongfully sent to prison and everything changed. Ren wants to get back to who they were. Hayes can’t risk it. But when they discover the new IT specialist is their online fascination, and that she’s never felt a dominant’s touch, the temptation to turn virtual into reality becomes all too great…
352 pages, Paperback
First published September 6, 2016
About the author
Roni Loren
43 books3,510 followersRoni wrote her first romance novel at age fifteen when she discovered writing about boys was way easier than actually talking to them. Since then, her flirting skills haven’t improved, but she likes to think her storytelling ability has. She holds a master’s degree in social work and spent years as a mental health counselor, but now she writes full time from her cozy office in North Texas where she puts her characters on the therapy couch instead. She is a two-time RITA Award winner and a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author.
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September 12, 2016
5 STARS
Well hot diggity damn that was freaking AWESOME! No seriously, y'all! That was quite possibly my favorite book in this series. And let me just tell you, I've been a huge fan of this series from book 1, so that's really saying something. I must have read this entire thing in one pervy glee filled sitting. I couldn't put it down for even a second. This book was everything I love as a romance reader. Yes, like all of Roni's books in the series it was smoking hot, but it was also so much more than that! It was a little angsty with some suspense and mystery thrown in. The characters were incredibly endearing that you simply can't help but fall for them right away. And then there was Hayes. *dreamy sigh*
I swear, that man tugged at every heart string I had...until he got in his Dom mode. Then he just made my ovaries sing.
I love a spicy little MMF romance, but the great ones are harder and harder to come by lately for me. What I loved most about Loving You Easy is that the men already have such an amazing relationship as friends and it naturally develops into something more. Their bond is so strong and watching them give into the inevitable was equally satisfying and shiver inducing. I loved that the woman wasn't used as a buffer for them to get together and it happens before the menage element gets introduced. Actually, that was one of the things I loved most about the story.
Cora Benning is a heroine that's impossible to not like. Growing up as the daughter of a female police captain, she knows how to spot dangerous men a mile away...but what happens when she wants the danger that they exude? Cora is a tomboy and a tech geek. She's used to hiding behind the computer screen and not being the object of male fantasies. But everything changes for her when a virtual game turns into something much more than she ever anticipates.
Hayes Fox isn't the man he once was three years ago. Once one of the most sought after Doms at the ranch, he used to thrive on his control. Sharing women with his best friend was nothing out of the ordinary. But getting sent to prison for a wrongful conviction can change a man. Now, no matter how much Ren may try, his trust in women is shattered, and ultimately his trust in himself is gone. But then one woman changes everything.
I loved everything about this book. EVERYTHING. I loved how different each of these three characters were. I loved the relationship between Ren and Hayes and how they feed each other's strength. I loved the bond they share going back to their teenage years. I also loved how quirky and endearing Cora was. She wasn't a bombshell and she knew it. Yes, she certainly had her insecurities, but they didn't define her. She was such a strong character and I loved how that played into the later part of the story. This is no damsel in distress and I adored that about her. Ren was enigmatic from his very first appearance, and you didn't even know his name then. I couldn't get enough of him.
I loved the pacing of the story and the romance and I really loved the additional element of the suspense.
As for the romance? Holy mother of sizzle! It. Was. Hot. As. Hell.
Some of my favorite characters from previous books had a cameo, which I always appreciate. And I loved a few of the new faces we got to meet here. I was captivated by the budding romance and I was so invested in the lives of these characters that I couldn't bear to put the book down for even a second.
My heart ached for Hayes and everything that he went through. My heart melted reading about his bond with Ren and the way their friendship developed and only got stronger through the years. And my heart beat a rapid tap right out of my chest when the chemistry between Ren, Hayes and Cora finally boiled over the surface and they gave into the inevitable.
Even if you haven't read any other book in this series, and you love an incredible well written MMF romance, this book is a must read. You can easily enjoy it as a standalone but I highly recommend the rest of the series because it's just as good. I can't believe this is already book 9, but I never want it to end.
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Well hot diggity damn that was freaking AWESOME! No seriously, y'all! That was quite possibly my favorite book in this series. And let me just tell you, I've been a huge fan of this series from book 1, so that's really saying something. I must have read this entire thing in one pervy glee filled sitting. I couldn't put it down for even a second. This book was everything I love as a romance reader. Yes, like all of Roni's books in the series it was smoking hot, but it was also so much more than that! It was a little angsty with some suspense and mystery thrown in. The characters were incredibly endearing that you simply can't help but fall for them right away. And then there was Hayes. *dreamy sigh*
I swear, that man tugged at every heart string I had...until he got in his Dom mode. Then he just made my ovaries sing.
I love a spicy little MMF romance, but the great ones are harder and harder to come by lately for me. What I loved most about Loving You Easy is that the men already have such an amazing relationship as friends and it naturally develops into something more. Their bond is so strong and watching them give into the inevitable was equally satisfying and shiver inducing. I loved that the woman wasn't used as a buffer for them to get together and it happens before the menage element gets introduced. Actually, that was one of the things I loved most about the story.
Cora Benning is a heroine that's impossible to not like. Growing up as the daughter of a female police captain, she knows how to spot dangerous men a mile away...but what happens when she wants the danger that they exude? Cora is a tomboy and a tech geek. She's used to hiding behind the computer screen and not being the object of male fantasies. But everything changes for her when a virtual game turns into something much more than she ever anticipates.
Hayes Fox isn't the man he once was three years ago. Once one of the most sought after Doms at the ranch, he used to thrive on his control. Sharing women with his best friend was nothing out of the ordinary. But getting sent to prison for a wrongful conviction can change a man. Now, no matter how much Ren may try, his trust in women is shattered, and ultimately his trust in himself is gone. But then one woman changes everything.
I loved everything about this book. EVERYTHING. I loved how different each of these three characters were. I loved the relationship between Ren and Hayes and how they feed each other's strength. I loved the bond they share going back to their teenage years. I also loved how quirky and endearing Cora was. She wasn't a bombshell and she knew it. Yes, she certainly had her insecurities, but they didn't define her. She was such a strong character and I loved how that played into the later part of the story. This is no damsel in distress and I adored that about her. Ren was enigmatic from his very first appearance, and you didn't even know his name then. I couldn't get enough of him.
I loved the pacing of the story and the romance and I really loved the additional element of the suspense.
As for the romance? Holy mother of sizzle! It. Was. Hot. As. Hell.
Some of my favorite characters from previous books had a cameo, which I always appreciate. And I loved a few of the new faces we got to meet here. I was captivated by the budding romance and I was so invested in the lives of these characters that I couldn't bear to put the book down for even a second.
My heart ached for Hayes and everything that he went through. My heart melted reading about his bond with Ren and the way their friendship developed and only got stronger through the years. And my heart beat a rapid tap right out of my chest when the chemistry between Ren, Hayes and Cora finally boiled over the surface and they gave into the inevitable.
Even if you haven't read any other book in this series, and you love an incredible well written MMF romance, this book is a must read. You can easily enjoy it as a standalone but I highly recommend the rest of the series because it's just as good. I can't believe this is already book 9, but I never want it to end.
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September 28, 2016
Virtual reality. That term evokes so many images from video games to testing environments to pretending to be someone you’re not…a way for someone to escape from reality.
Which is exactly what IT expert Cora Benning is doing with her profile in Hayven. There, she’s able to “live out” her most secret fantasies free of her geek-girl image. She’s one of the most sought out submissives on the site, and she’s more than happy to play. Until Hayven is hacked and her real identity is revealed, leaving her in danger.
Best friends, business partners and Doms, Ren Muroya and Hayes Fox have shared more than just their businesses, including many women, between them. Until Hayes was wrongfully sent to prison; then everything changed. Now that he’s been released, he’s not willing to risk going back. Not until Cora’s online identity is revealed and he realizes he’s not the only one who’s interested—Ren is too. Will the ability to truly touch and play with their online fascination prove to be too much too resist?
I am a huge fan of ménage books—especially one that is so well written. I loved the dynamic between the virtual and the real world identities of Cora, Ren and Hayes. I adored the friendship between Ren and Hayes, and how Ren helped coerce Hayes back into the lifestyle they loved. Especially when Cora was involved and a more-than-willing participant.
And holy hell, the real sexy times were definitely smokin’ hot. But underneath the sexy times was a friendship and a love that surpassed all that they’d been through, and that’s the real core to the story. How that friendship and love developed once Ren and Hayes had the right woman between them.
I couldn’t get enough of Loving You Easy. I can’t wait for more and I’m placing the previous books in the series at the top of my TBR list! ~ Missy, 5 stars
Which is exactly what IT expert Cora Benning is doing with her profile in Hayven. There, she’s able to “live out” her most secret fantasies free of her geek-girl image. She’s one of the most sought out submissives on the site, and she’s more than happy to play. Until Hayven is hacked and her real identity is revealed, leaving her in danger.
Best friends, business partners and Doms, Ren Muroya and Hayes Fox have shared more than just their businesses, including many women, between them. Until Hayes was wrongfully sent to prison; then everything changed. Now that he’s been released, he’s not willing to risk going back. Not until Cora’s online identity is revealed and he realizes he’s not the only one who’s interested—Ren is too. Will the ability to truly touch and play with their online fascination prove to be too much too resist?
I am a huge fan of ménage books—especially one that is so well written. I loved the dynamic between the virtual and the real world identities of Cora, Ren and Hayes. I adored the friendship between Ren and Hayes, and how Ren helped coerce Hayes back into the lifestyle they loved. Especially when Cora was involved and a more-than-willing participant.
And holy hell, the real sexy times were definitely smokin’ hot. But underneath the sexy times was a friendship and a love that surpassed all that they’d been through, and that’s the real core to the story. How that friendship and love developed once Ren and Hayes had the right woman between them.
I couldn’t get enough of Loving You Easy. I can’t wait for more and I’m placing the previous books in the series at the top of my TBR list! ~ Missy, 5 stars
September 9, 2016
Reviewed for herding cats & burning soup.
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Loren just writes the damn sexiest menages. Sign me up for some of that, please! Loving You Easy was scorching hot and deliciously, sinfully, down right gloriously naughty.
The quick of it is that Ren and Hayes created a virtual reality world for kinky people. And Cora is exploring her kinky side for the first time and just so happens to play the game. And, oh, it's going amazing...until someone's hacked the system and set her up for a really disturbing real life surprise. Which brings her to the guy's doorstep. She's just trying to make sure everyone else playing the game is safe but lands in the hands of two dangerously sexy men who might be just what her life has been missing.
I loved the characters.
--Cora's a tomboy and a little geeky with her hacker ways.
--Ren is all kinds of smooth, sexy, cocky alpha male.
--And Hayes? Totally rocking the alpha male dom but seriously gun shy after a really bad experience.
They were all great together. They sizzled and all of their insecurities and strengths played off of each other in a really fascinating way. It was fun watching them figure out this crazy relationship they were suddenly in. The guys totally platonic relationship turning sexual, Hayes trusting a woman again after being horrifically betrayed--he was framed for a rape and spent years in prison, and Cora coming to terms with them finding her sexy when she's always been just one of the guys. I loved seeing them bring out the best in each other and that while they couldn't totally be themselves with everyone else that when they were together they could just simply be who they were without judgement or worries.
Okay so heat. This one is a scorcher! There's all kinds of sexy happening. The guys together. The guys with Cora. All three of them in one debauched tangle. Virtual shenanigans and up close and personal lusty encounters. Pretty much if it crosses their mind...they're gonna explore it. It's incredibly passionate and emotional and damn will it make you squirm. It's very light on the bdsm. Mostly just a little dominance and submission but oh so very light compared to many bdsm reads.
There's a little suspense element of figuring out who is hacking their virtual game and was behind framing Hayes for a rape years earlier and maybe trying again. This wasn't my favorite element of the book. It wasn't bad just felt like a bit of a stretch to me on the whos of it all. I think this is what kept it from being a higher rating.
All in all, though, Loren knows what she's doing and does it incredibly well-- passion, romance, and pushing boundaries in the most excruciatingly delicious way. She'll get your pulse racing and have you begging for more.
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Squeals! They did happen. They did indeed. Poor cutie UPS man.
August 28, 2016
The combinations and elements this author blends to create a deeply engaging story just continue to fascinate and amaze me several books later. How many erotic romances do you know that offer some profound elements that leave you thinking about the variety of people and relationships are in this world long after you close the cover? I promise to be less philosophical and more practical now.
This is the ninth full-length novel in the Loving on the Edge series. The series is written so a reader can pick up the latest release and get along just fine without the previous installments. I can personally attest to how true this is because I hopped around filling in the backlist to the series hap-hazardly and still enjoyed what I got.
This story introduces three brand new main characters, Cora, Hayes, and Ren and it all begins at a business mixer hosted at Grant Waters' vineyard.
Cora is a hopeless mess outside the virtual world and socially awkward just doesn't cover it for her. She's a tomboy geek and guys only see her as their bro at best.
Ren is a successful businessman who hides his pain and loneliness behind a flirty, hot demeanor, but he wants it all and all includes his best friend and Cora.
Hayes went to prison for a crime he didn't commit. Now acquitted, he is not the same carefree guy. But he's willing to take a chance with Ren and Cora.
An unknown enemy has just been biding his time. Someone goes after Cora and has Hayes and the company he shares with Ren in their sights.
Alright, so this was a fantastic blend of heat, suspense, character growth and romance. I've always enjoyed how the author introduces a new relationship situation with each story. Oh sure, this is a poly romance and there have been others in the series, but the elements involved are so different to the others. Ren is bi and needs a poly relationship, he's dominant, but can seed control for the right man. A dominant Hayes is emerging as bi and open to a poly relationship if it will satisfy Ren. He struggles to trust now since he was so burned by a woman and was determined to hold back from anything physical. But Cora is the fascinating one. She has these ideas of what makes her a woman and unfortunately had a few idiots crush her early on so she doesn't see herself well at all and sees the men around her now through a skewed image. It takes both Ren and Hayes to show her she is lovely and desirable just as she is and that her submission is not weakness. Watching these three grow as individuals and grow together was the best part for me.
But, on top of that delight is the mystery. Someone is seriously out to get them. Hayes has been to prison because he was set up for a crime. Cora is nearly raped when the Hayven virtual adult game is compromised. And the attacker isn't finished. Cora wanted to be a cyber cop and fight crime in her own way after being raised by her cop mother. Now is her chance. This was an exciting and suspenseful side story through most of the book.
As to the kink, yes there are BDSM elements, but this book is mild to moderate. Bondage, spanking, and some toys. The relationship is MFM and MMF.
It was nice to have brief encounters with characters from previous books though they mostly drift in and out quickly.
In summary, this was hot and heartwarming. Loved seeing these three grow and grow together. For those who enjoy erotic romance with depth, this is the series for you.
My thanks to Penguin Group for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is the ninth full-length novel in the Loving on the Edge series. The series is written so a reader can pick up the latest release and get along just fine without the previous installments. I can personally attest to how true this is because I hopped around filling in the backlist to the series hap-hazardly and still enjoyed what I got.
This story introduces three brand new main characters, Cora, Hayes, and Ren and it all begins at a business mixer hosted at Grant Waters' vineyard.
Cora is a hopeless mess outside the virtual world and socially awkward just doesn't cover it for her. She's a tomboy geek and guys only see her as their bro at best.
Ren is a successful businessman who hides his pain and loneliness behind a flirty, hot demeanor, but he wants it all and all includes his best friend and Cora.
Hayes went to prison for a crime he didn't commit. Now acquitted, he is not the same carefree guy. But he's willing to take a chance with Ren and Cora.
An unknown enemy has just been biding his time. Someone goes after Cora and has Hayes and the company he shares with Ren in their sights.
Alright, so this was a fantastic blend of heat, suspense, character growth and romance. I've always enjoyed how the author introduces a new relationship situation with each story. Oh sure, this is a poly romance and there have been others in the series, but the elements involved are so different to the others. Ren is bi and needs a poly relationship, he's dominant, but can seed control for the right man. A dominant Hayes is emerging as bi and open to a poly relationship if it will satisfy Ren. He struggles to trust now since he was so burned by a woman and was determined to hold back from anything physical. But Cora is the fascinating one. She has these ideas of what makes her a woman and unfortunately had a few idiots crush her early on so she doesn't see herself well at all and sees the men around her now through a skewed image. It takes both Ren and Hayes to show her she is lovely and desirable just as she is and that her submission is not weakness. Watching these three grow as individuals and grow together was the best part for me.
But, on top of that delight is the mystery. Someone is seriously out to get them. Hayes has been to prison because he was set up for a crime. Cora is nearly raped when the Hayven virtual adult game is compromised. And the attacker isn't finished. Cora wanted to be a cyber cop and fight crime in her own way after being raised by her cop mother. Now is her chance. This was an exciting and suspenseful side story through most of the book.
As to the kink, yes there are BDSM elements, but this book is mild to moderate. Bondage, spanking, and some toys. The relationship is MFM and MMF.
It was nice to have brief encounters with characters from previous books though they mostly drift in and out quickly.
In summary, this was hot and heartwarming. Loved seeing these three grow and grow together. For those who enjoy erotic romance with depth, this is the series for you.
My thanks to Penguin Group for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
March 6, 2017
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Roni Loren takes us deep into world of virtual reality where an insecure young woman finds her every sexual fantasy fulfilled online. When her secret dominant lover leaves cyberspace and enters the real world, bringing along his seductive friend, she will need to decide if the emotional risk is worth the thrilling erotic adventures these men promise her. An intense mystery only adds to this thrilling adventure.
Roni Loren takes us deep into world of virtual reality where an insecure young woman finds her every sexual fantasy fulfilled online. When her secret dominant lover leaves cyberspace and enters the real world, bringing along his seductive friend, she will need to decide if the emotional risk is worth the thrilling erotic adventures these men promise her. An intense mystery only adds to this thrilling adventure.
September 9, 2016
Loving You Easy, The latest Loving on the Edge story by Roni Loren is an erotic and suspenseful menage romance that looks at adult online gaming and making fantasy a reality. IT specialist Cora’s had no luck with real life partners, her last friends with benefits arrangement going sour. When she discovers the online BDSM game Hayven, she goes from voyeur to a willing participant with Master Dmitry, a safe way to indulge her secret fantasies in the safety of her own home without worrying about being rejected in a real relationship. Yet, the things she shares with Dmitry and the conversations they have quickly spill over into personal territory. When her online gaming results in a real life visit from a participant in the game she’d previously rebuffed, she takes her security concerns to the owner of the company, Ren. It’s just her luck that she previously met him at an industry party in rather unusual circumstances she’d have rather forgotten. Plus Ren’s business partner Hayes, recently released from prison for a sex crime he denies committing, is definitely a man she knows she should stay away from. When Ren and Hayes hire her to track down the security breaches in their game, concerned about the safety of Cora and the other players, she reluctantly agrees. And when the attraction she feels to both Ren and Hayes confuses but arouses her, they are quick to assure her discretion if she wants to make her secret fantasies a reality. Both are Doms and have done scenes with women together before, though this time around Ren and Hayes are also ready to admit that they have feelings for each other. When danger comes knocking again, will the three of them survive unscathed to get their happy ending?
This story has just the right amount of dramatic intensity to keep you on your toes while providing a very satisfactory erotic menage romance. All three characters get equal page time and have their own set of past issues to deal with. Cora’s are the least dramatic, a simple case of never having met the right guy to fulfill her desires and feeling that her more geeky nature is more of a hindrance than an asset in the relationship department. Playing in an online game is freeing because she can use a visual persona of her choosing (someone who is a little more alluring than Cora feels she is in real life) as well as enact scenarios she doesn’t feel she’d have the courage for in real life. She has a fairly close relationship with her mother who is a police officer often involved in violent crime cases. Cora has done some work for the police department to catch suspects using her IT training, but her mother has stopped her from applying for a full-time job there, worried about her safety were there to be a backlash attack from someone they put in jail. She always takes extra safety precautions at home, so when her safety is violated by someone who calls her by her onscreen name, she knows that the Hayven game has had a serious breach and immediately seeks to repair the damage before someone gets really hurt.
Ren and Hayes have been friends since they were quite young. At one point when Ren ran away from home as a teenager and got involved with an older man in what became an abusive relationship masquerading as BDSM, he came to Hayes for help and Hayes was able to provide the safety net he needed to get away from the situation and move forward with his life. The two of them stayed close, Ren’s bisexual nature never coming into play in their friendship. As adults, they’d moved into the club scene together and started Hayven. When Hayes went to jail accused of assaulting a woman in what was supposed to have been a mutually agreed upon scene Ren was devastated and did everything he could to get his buddy out of jail. With the current security breaches happening in the game, it looks like the person responsible for setting up Hayes in the first place isn’t done with him yet. Amid the backdrop of trying to catch the perpetrator, Hayes and Ren finally admit that their feelings for each other are more complicated than just friendship and they share some steamy scenes together, before adding Cora into their relationship. Soon things come to a head and Cora must decide where her loyalties lie and whom she should believe. Loving You Easy is a tight mixture of sex and suspense that will keep you turning pages late into the night. I enjoyed every aspect of this story and I intend to catch up on the earlier books in the series that I’ve missed!
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Note: a copy of this story was provided by the publisher via NetGalley for review
This story has just the right amount of dramatic intensity to keep you on your toes while providing a very satisfactory erotic menage romance. All three characters get equal page time and have their own set of past issues to deal with. Cora’s are the least dramatic, a simple case of never having met the right guy to fulfill her desires and feeling that her more geeky nature is more of a hindrance than an asset in the relationship department. Playing in an online game is freeing because she can use a visual persona of her choosing (someone who is a little more alluring than Cora feels she is in real life) as well as enact scenarios she doesn’t feel she’d have the courage for in real life. She has a fairly close relationship with her mother who is a police officer often involved in violent crime cases. Cora has done some work for the police department to catch suspects using her IT training, but her mother has stopped her from applying for a full-time job there, worried about her safety were there to be a backlash attack from someone they put in jail. She always takes extra safety precautions at home, so when her safety is violated by someone who calls her by her onscreen name, she knows that the Hayven game has had a serious breach and immediately seeks to repair the damage before someone gets really hurt.
Ren and Hayes have been friends since they were quite young. At one point when Ren ran away from home as a teenager and got involved with an older man in what became an abusive relationship masquerading as BDSM, he came to Hayes for help and Hayes was able to provide the safety net he needed to get away from the situation and move forward with his life. The two of them stayed close, Ren’s bisexual nature never coming into play in their friendship. As adults, they’d moved into the club scene together and started Hayven. When Hayes went to jail accused of assaulting a woman in what was supposed to have been a mutually agreed upon scene Ren was devastated and did everything he could to get his buddy out of jail. With the current security breaches happening in the game, it looks like the person responsible for setting up Hayes in the first place isn’t done with him yet. Amid the backdrop of trying to catch the perpetrator, Hayes and Ren finally admit that their feelings for each other are more complicated than just friendship and they share some steamy scenes together, before adding Cora into their relationship. Soon things come to a head and Cora must decide where her loyalties lie and whom she should believe. Loving You Easy is a tight mixture of sex and suspense that will keep you turning pages late into the night. I enjoyed every aspect of this story and I intend to catch up on the earlier books in the series that I’ve missed!
This review is posted at Straight Shootin' Book Reviews: https://straightshootinbookreviews.co...
Note: a copy of this story was provided by the publisher via NetGalley for review
October 3, 2016
The Story: Loving You Easy is about Cora Benning, an incredibly smart, IT professional feeling somewhat confused about her desires. She was just getting out of a bland friends with benefits relationship when she finally accepts she is just "a bro with a vagina". Her friend drags her to a networking mixer where she scandalously meets our first hero, Ren, the sexy, exotic dominate. When he tries to confront her, she quickly leaves. She starts dabbling in an online game/community called Hayven, where BDSM is the lifestyle. It's in this fantasy world that she meets hero number two. Her information is hacked, causing her to be almost assaulted. When she storms into the office of the makers of Hayven, she ends up going down a crazy rabbit hole where virtual meets reality. MMF|MFM
The Likes: OK so WOWWWW, this is not normally my go to genre. In fact, I went into this book completely blind having NEVER read anything by Roni Loren, saw BDSM mentioned and majorly rolled my eyes. I was thinking here we go again, another BDSM book. That is SOOOO not the case though. I absolutely loved this book. I love the fact that the heroine was an independent, brilliant computer nerd. I loved that the leading men were so loyal, sexy, and mysterious. I also liked that the writing was in the third person the entire time. I loved that this is so not your typical boy meets girl romance. It's a completely outside the norm relationship that works far better than I thought it would and GOOD LAWD, Roni can write some steamy scenes.
The Dislikes: There was some predictability about this story but it wasn't an all together bad thing IMO. I would have liked to have gotten to know more about the backstories of the main characters. Possibly more into Ren and Hayes' friendship growing up.
The Rating: I'm giving "Loving You Easy" a 5 star rating because, plain and simple, I loved it. It kept my attention from the very start and had me wanting more when it ended. I will definitely be checking out the rest of the books in this series!
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The Likes: OK so WOWWWW, this is not normally my go to genre. In fact, I went into this book completely blind having NEVER read anything by Roni Loren, saw BDSM mentioned and majorly rolled my eyes. I was thinking here we go again, another BDSM book. That is SOOOO not the case though. I absolutely loved this book. I love the fact that the heroine was an independent, brilliant computer nerd. I loved that the leading men were so loyal, sexy, and mysterious. I also liked that the writing was in the third person the entire time. I loved that this is so not your typical boy meets girl romance. It's a completely outside the norm relationship that works far better than I thought it would and GOOD LAWD, Roni can write some steamy scenes.
The Dislikes: There was some predictability about this story but it wasn't an all together bad thing IMO. I would have liked to have gotten to know more about the backstories of the main characters. Possibly more into Ren and Hayes' friendship growing up.
The Rating: I'm giving "Loving You Easy" a 5 star rating because, plain and simple, I loved it. It kept my attention from the very start and had me wanting more when it ended. I will definitely be checking out the rest of the books in this series!
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April 14, 2017
As a longtime fan of this series, I crack open each book now with high expectations. That can often be the recipe for disaster. But it has never been the case with the Loving on the Edge series by Roni Loren. Yes, some books are better than others, but there is one thing for certain. She will deliver one well rounded story, packed full of raw emotion and smoldering with sensuality. LOVING YOU EASY did just that.
We have a set of unconventional characters that need to work together. A geek girl that is extremely smart and borderline a hacker working in digital security, often seen as an unattractive tomboy, and two best friends who mean the world to each other but have never crossed the ultimate line to be together. Ren is the sophisticated one of this equation, exuding sex appeal and lots of swagger. He’s also had a rough start in life and was rescued from an early abusive relationship by his now best friend and then neighbor, Hayes Fox. Hayes is the one that spells danger just from looking at him, and the fact he just got out of prison reinforces that image. He’s got the muscles and the broody, dark persona to send your senses tingling.
The three of these unlikely characters worked so well together that I had no reservations in the end about them being able to work it out in the long run. I loved the fact that Ren and Hayes have been friends for so long because the bond between was already very strong. And the fact that Hayes also has a previous emotional bond to Cora helped me along with that as well. Their chemistry in duos or all three together is off the charts! Seriously combustible chemistry coming off these pages. Be warned, you’re in for some squirming.
But I also enjoyed the fact that the pacing of their sexual relationship is slower than usual. It takes time for this story to set up the pieces where they need to lay and I thoroughly enjoyed that. There’s also the added element of the mystery of who is infiltrating the security at Ren and Hayes company that adds a certain edge to the story. Although these guys are part of The Ranch, it’s not heavily mentioned or featured in this story and as usual with Ms. Loren’s story, you can pick this one up without having read the whole series. But why would you want to miss out on the previous amazing stories? Do yourself a favor and pick up this series!
Roni Loren is one of those few authors that can do it all, again and again. I’m never disappointed with her books and this series is still one of my favorites. Each book is so very different in plot, characters, level and variety of kink. But one thing is for certain, we will explore these characters completely and learn what makes them all tick. And I loved every minute of it in this one. I’m ready for the next one!
Favorite quote:
“Fantasies of you always had a flavor of force.”
August 22, 2016
Only Roni Loren could make me relish an unconventional love story. My first book by her was discovered during a NetGalley browsing and now she has become a must in my bookshelves.
I have read a few books in the Loving on the Egde series but this one is my favorite. No one is more surprised than me since this one is not about just one couple. There is one extra person in this romance story.
Cora Benning likes to watch BDSM and just recently started playing a submissive in the game Hayven. She's confident and gorgeous. Too bad that's just her avatar. In real life, she's more of an introvert, IT expert. When someone hacks into the game's system and Cora almost gets hurt, she decides to take matters into her own hands to find the culprit and inform the owner of the game about their breach in security.
Ren Muroya and Hayes Fox are the owners of program Hayven. They have been best friends since Hayes saved Ren from an abusive relationship when they were in their teens. Fast forward years and Hayes is recently out of prison for something he didn't do. Because of it, he has problems trusting anyone except Ren.
Cora has her own issues. She wants to explore her desires but she can't believe both of these gorgeous men want her. She's a little intimidated by them but she also knows she feels safe with them and guess what? she does have a safe word she can use if she wants to.
Like I said at the beginning of my review, I was totally prepared to dislike this book but in the end, I actually LOVED it. I love how careful Roni Loren was with the subject matter and her characters. For me, it was the perfect combination of desire, intrigue, and hotness.
This is by far a great erotica.
Cliffhanger: No
5/5 Fangs
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December 2, 2017
4.5 Stars
I'm coming at this as a person who hasn't read a whole lot of menage/poly books and doesn't really know that much about the lifestyle. I'm not even sure if calling it a menage is proper?
Right off the bat I have to say that this type of relationship has always caused a problem for me, not because I'm judging the people who can pull it off, but because I know that my jealous heart couldn't ever be successful in it. I always feel like one person isn't receiving the same attention as the other and it does things to me. Admittedly I haven't read a whole lot of these types of books for that reason.
That being said, when I do get the urge for this type of book, Roni Loren will always be my go to author for it. Again, not knowing much about the lifestyle, I can only assume that she writes these scenarios more realistically than most. At least when I think of this lifestyle and the people who live it, I hope that these are the rules that are followed.
I easily fell in love with both Ren and Hayes, though I felt more of a connection to Hayes and a pull to his character. I really enjoyed Cora and her guarded feistiness. She's insecure in a lot of ways but confident in strong in others. It was inspiring to see her accept who she was and not be ashamed of it. The three of them together really were "meant to be".
This story wasn't just lifestyle and sex though, the mystery and suspense aspect was intriguing, yet believable and I couldn't stop reading. And if ever there was a better way to end a book, I haven't read it yet.
If you enjoy a good poly/menage story then I know you'll love this one. If you're unsure about wading into this territory, I highly suggest reading Roni Loren to dip your feet in and test the water.
*I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
I'm coming at this as a person who hasn't read a whole lot of menage/poly books and doesn't really know that much about the lifestyle. I'm not even sure if calling it a menage is proper?
Right off the bat I have to say that this type of relationship has always caused a problem for me, not because I'm judging the people who can pull it off, but because I know that my jealous heart couldn't ever be successful in it. I always feel like one person isn't receiving the same attention as the other and it does things to me. Admittedly I haven't read a whole lot of these types of books for that reason.
That being said, when I do get the urge for this type of book, Roni Loren will always be my go to author for it. Again, not knowing much about the lifestyle, I can only assume that she writes these scenarios more realistically than most. At least when I think of this lifestyle and the people who live it, I hope that these are the rules that are followed.
I easily fell in love with both Ren and Hayes, though I felt more of a connection to Hayes and a pull to his character. I really enjoyed Cora and her guarded feistiness. She's insecure in a lot of ways but confident in strong in others. It was inspiring to see her accept who she was and not be ashamed of it. The three of them together really were "meant to be".
This story wasn't just lifestyle and sex though, the mystery and suspense aspect was intriguing, yet believable and I couldn't stop reading. And if ever there was a better way to end a book, I haven't read it yet.
If you enjoy a good poly/menage story then I know you'll love this one. If you're unsure about wading into this territory, I highly suggest reading Roni Loren to dip your feet in and test the water.
*I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
September 22, 2016
✦Review & Giveaway: LOVING YOU EASY by Roni Loren http://wp.me/p3d0RZ-6v2
Publication Date: September 6, 2016
Genre: Erotica/ Contemporary Romance
Reviewed by: Reading in Pajamas/ Cori
Rated: 4.5 Stars
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Publication Date: September 6, 2016
Genre: Erotica/ Contemporary Romance
Reviewed by: Reading in Pajamas/ Cori
Rated: 4.5 Stars
I loved this book! A computer geek and two hot alpha guys? Yes, please! I love this series because each book is a scorching hot romance with a unique twist. Sometimes the book features a couple and sometimes it's a threesome. Loving You Easy is Cora, Hayes and Ren's story. All the characters have individual relationships and Roni Loren weaves their relationships and interactions with each other seamlessly. Loving You Easy was sexy, naughty and had secrets and danger that kept me on edge. I loved all the characters and the scorching hot romance had me fanning myself. I highly recommend this entire series for erotica romance lovers. Each book can be read as a standalone in any order you choose and Roni Loren has fun hero categories on her website for readers to choose from if you're looking for a specific type. Grab this one, start at the beginning of the Loving On the Edge series or go to her website and pick a hero.
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August 28, 2016
One of the best ménage romances I've read in a long time! Roni Loren NEVER disappoints with her Loving On The Edge series!
Ms. Loren ALWAYS gives us beautiful and dynamic characters. That holds true for our three main characters Cora, Ren, and Hayes. I could do a write-up on all three of them, but I need to make this short and sweet so that after you read this, you go and purchase this MASTERPIECE of a unique romance!
A BDSM online game gets a little too real when Cora is accosted outside of her apartment. After finding out that the virtual world of Hayven has been hacked, she sets off to find the owner of the game and warn them so this doesn't happen to anyone else. This is what she's good at after all. When Cora finds out that the owner of Hayven is none other than the stranger she got a peep show from at a network event last week, she is mortified, and so so SO out of her comfort zone it's ridiculous. If Ren Muroya wasn't so angry and frustrated with the breach of his online baby, he would be utterly mesmerized by the beautiful Cora Benning. She has fire in her eyes, and he wants to do nothing but tame that fire and make her his. He knows he has to take it slow in order not to scare the mouse, but hell if he doesn't need help with this breach. So, he hires Cora to find the culprit.
After accepting the job, Cora finds out that she will not only be working with one, but TWO powerful and sexy men. Hayes speaks to her on a deeper level. There is some familiarity and a serene feeling when they are close. When she finds Ren and Hayes in a compromising position in their office, she is shocked and oh so turned on. Her feelings are scattered all over the place when Ren recites how their relationship works. Ren and Hayes are more than best friends, more than business partners, and Ren would like nothing more than to pull Cora into their bed. Not only does Ren have to convince the beautiful Cora to share their bed, he has to remind Hayes of who he used to be before he was sent away for years. Dominant instincts are still there, Hayes just has to get past his fears and learn to trust again. Seeing Cora with Ren...seeing what they all could be together, just might be the tipping point to bring the Dom out of Hayes Fox, and the final pieces of their beautiful puzzle.
"You ready for us, Benning?" Because we're more than ready for you."
Emotion, passion, and intensity far than the eye can see...LOVING YOU EASY is a definite FAVORITE of mine out of this series. These characters are their own were incredible, but when they are all together...completely COMBUSTIBLE! I loved every single erotic moment. I laughed. I cried. I swooned so damn hard! I couldn't get enough. I can't wait to see what Roni Loren gives us next!
Ms. Loren ALWAYS gives us beautiful and dynamic characters. That holds true for our three main characters Cora, Ren, and Hayes. I could do a write-up on all three of them, but I need to make this short and sweet so that after you read this, you go and purchase this MASTERPIECE of a unique romance!
A BDSM online game gets a little too real when Cora is accosted outside of her apartment. After finding out that the virtual world of Hayven has been hacked, she sets off to find the owner of the game and warn them so this doesn't happen to anyone else. This is what she's good at after all. When Cora finds out that the owner of Hayven is none other than the stranger she got a peep show from at a network event last week, she is mortified, and so so SO out of her comfort zone it's ridiculous. If Ren Muroya wasn't so angry and frustrated with the breach of his online baby, he would be utterly mesmerized by the beautiful Cora Benning. She has fire in her eyes, and he wants to do nothing but tame that fire and make her his. He knows he has to take it slow in order not to scare the mouse, but hell if he doesn't need help with this breach. So, he hires Cora to find the culprit.
After accepting the job, Cora finds out that she will not only be working with one, but TWO powerful and sexy men. Hayes speaks to her on a deeper level. There is some familiarity and a serene feeling when they are close. When she finds Ren and Hayes in a compromising position in their office, she is shocked and oh so turned on. Her feelings are scattered all over the place when Ren recites how their relationship works. Ren and Hayes are more than best friends, more than business partners, and Ren would like nothing more than to pull Cora into their bed. Not only does Ren have to convince the beautiful Cora to share their bed, he has to remind Hayes of who he used to be before he was sent away for years. Dominant instincts are still there, Hayes just has to get past his fears and learn to trust again. Seeing Cora with Ren...seeing what they all could be together, just might be the tipping point to bring the Dom out of Hayes Fox, and the final pieces of their beautiful puzzle.
"You ready for us, Benning?" Because we're more than ready for you."
Emotion, passion, and intensity far than the eye can see...LOVING YOU EASY is a definite FAVORITE of mine out of this series. These characters are their own were incredible, but when they are all together...completely COMBUSTIBLE! I loved every single erotic moment. I laughed. I cried. I swooned so damn hard! I couldn't get enough. I can't wait to see what Roni Loren gives us next!
July 10, 2021
(3.25)
the thing is, while i didn’t for one sec doubt Ren & Hayes’s love for each other, i needed more on Ren-Cora and Hayes-Cora relationship / development
i dont know how many percent in, but for me it went downhill the second Lenore and Dmytri broke up, in comparison from before. so here:
before Lenore+Dmytri broke up : 3.75
after : 2.75
”I said I don’t want to use you.”
“Use me, huh?”
Hayes swallowed. Nodded.
Ren’s lips lifted at the corner. “I hate to break it to you, but I’m not some dude you picked up at a bar. I’m not one of those guys you experimented with in college. This isn’t a hookup, Fox. We’ve been in a relationship since we were seventeen.” Ren leaned forward. “You wouldn’t be using me. You’d be consummating what’s already there.”
“What’s already there,” Hayes repeated.”
Ren cocked his head, a wry look on his face. “You think I would’ve put up with your broody ass for so long if I didn’t already love you?”
“I mean, goddamn. I’ve had to deal with you for all these years, pine and write you letters while you were in prison, accept your questionable taste in music, share women with you and not touch you, too. And I’ve gotten absolutely no fringe benefits from all these selfless acts. Not even a hand job every now and then. You suck as a boyfriend. Just so you know.”
“You love me?”
Ren crossed his arms over his chest, brashness there but also a hint of vulnerability. “What? You don’t love me back, asshole?”
“Well, yeah, but . . .”
“But?” Ren lifted a brow.
“But nothing, I guess.”
Ren grinned. “Excellent. So you love me.”
“I . . . Yes.” Yes. “I love you.”
the thing is, while i didn’t for one sec doubt Ren & Hayes’s love for each other, i needed more on Ren-Cora and Hayes-Cora relationship / development
i dont know how many percent in, but for me it went downhill the second Lenore and Dmytri broke up, in comparison from before. so here:
before Lenore+Dmytri broke up : 3.75
after : 2.75
June 8, 2016
My brain is such a happy, melty pile of goo right now. Roni Loren has forged her way into my heart as one of my all-time favorite authors. I can't get enough of her books - I opened this book and had it read less than 24 hours later. Because it's RONI.
Cora, Ren, and Hayes are the best. I love them. I love their dynamics and relationship and how organic everything progressed. The tense plot driving the story was awesome and thrilling (maybe a smidge predictable, but with Roni Loren writing, it's easy to forgive that minor sin).
And I can we have a moment of "HALLELUJAH" for Ren, our seriously hot and playful Asian dom?
I want one.
Cora, Ren, and Hayes are the best. I love them. I love their dynamics and relationship and how organic everything progressed. The tense plot driving the story was awesome and thrilling (maybe a smidge predictable, but with Roni Loren writing, it's easy to forgive that minor sin).
And I can we have a moment of "HALLELUJAH" for Ren, our seriously hot and playful Asian dom?
I want one.
September 7, 2016
Ren and Hayes are the guys behind this virtual reality that deals in kink. If you are a fan of Loving on the Edge then I'd say it's pretty much a virtual chat room of The Ranch. Anyway, everything is anonymous but each person has a list of their fantasies, hard-limits, and safe-words. However, one night, Cora is attacked by someone who claims to know her from Hayven. With her personal information being emailed out, she decides to go straight to the company and demands they look into it, which is where she meets Ren and Hayes.
Loving You Easy is one of the very few manages I've read. It's sometimes hard for me to wrap my head around it since I can never figure out how one doesn't get jealous of the other. However, it totally worked for Ren, Hayes, and Cora. The story jumps between Hayes, Cora, and Ren. Hayes just got out of prison not that long ago after being framed for rape and since getting out, he's been really closed off and pretty much just keeps to himself. Needless to say, he has trust issues, especially when it comes to women. Cora is just exploring her kinkier side and has only tested the waters while in the virtual reality of Hayven. She's described as this tom-boy that pretty much marches to their own drum. Then there's Ren who is fiercely loyal. When Hayes got locked up he worked himself day and night in order to get him released, and when he did, he wouldn't let up on Hayes. He pushed him to get out of his comfort zone and to get back to life. All three of these characters had their own inner-demons that they were battling but they worked perfectly together as a unit. The love and respect they all show for each other really sets the tone for their relationship. Plus, the fact that they've all sort of met before their real introduction was icing on the cake.
Not only does this installment have a lot of sexy times, but there's also a bit of suspense, too. You see, once Cora goes to the company behind Hayven and meets Ren, she's brought on the team to use her hacking skills to help figure out who breached the system, and to hopefully keep others from doing the same. It soon becomes a suspicion that whoever set Hayes up and sent him to prison, is at it again, by trying to take down their company. So, while the three of them are figuring out their relationship, there's this looming threat in the background.
Like I said, it was really interesting to see these three come together. Especially since Ren and Hayes weren't even a thing leading up to this. I mean, they were friends who liked to have threesomes but they never blurred lines or crossed them. They always did their own thing. However, Ren and Hayes finally open up to each other and literally just start working on their relationship when Cora pops into the picture. I loved that they were all sort of exploring this new relationship aspect together. Now, I will say that if you are looking for a hot and heavy BDSM, this isn't it. It was really like on that front. Really light. However, the author doesn't leave you hanging when it comes to the steamy scenes. She managed to balance kink and smut with sweetness and passion.
While Loving You Easy is a bit on the lighter side of BDSM for LotE, you don't miss it. This story had a great combination of sexy scenes, character growth, suspense and mystery, and lovable characters. It was a great addition to the LotE series. However, you don't have to read the previous books in order to read this one. If we're being honest here, I've kind of jumped around in this series and have never had a problem. ;) If you're looking for an amazing erotic romance with a lot of meat on the bones, this is definitely a must!
Favorite quote...
"They'd slept together like this countless nights. But back then they were boys who couldn't touch. Boys who were scared. Tonight they were men who refused to be afraid."
Loving You Easy is one of the very few manages I've read. It's sometimes hard for me to wrap my head around it since I can never figure out how one doesn't get jealous of the other. However, it totally worked for Ren, Hayes, and Cora. The story jumps between Hayes, Cora, and Ren. Hayes just got out of prison not that long ago after being framed for rape and since getting out, he's been really closed off and pretty much just keeps to himself. Needless to say, he has trust issues, especially when it comes to women. Cora is just exploring her kinkier side and has only tested the waters while in the virtual reality of Hayven. She's described as this tom-boy that pretty much marches to their own drum. Then there's Ren who is fiercely loyal. When Hayes got locked up he worked himself day and night in order to get him released, and when he did, he wouldn't let up on Hayes. He pushed him to get out of his comfort zone and to get back to life. All three of these characters had their own inner-demons that they were battling but they worked perfectly together as a unit. The love and respect they all show for each other really sets the tone for their relationship. Plus, the fact that they've all sort of met before their real introduction was icing on the cake.
Not only does this installment have a lot of sexy times, but there's also a bit of suspense, too. You see, once Cora goes to the company behind Hayven and meets Ren, she's brought on the team to use her hacking skills to help figure out who breached the system, and to hopefully keep others from doing the same. It soon becomes a suspicion that whoever set Hayes up and sent him to prison, is at it again, by trying to take down their company. So, while the three of them are figuring out their relationship, there's this looming threat in the background.
Like I said, it was really interesting to see these three come together. Especially since Ren and Hayes weren't even a thing leading up to this. I mean, they were friends who liked to have threesomes but they never blurred lines or crossed them. They always did their own thing. However, Ren and Hayes finally open up to each other and literally just start working on their relationship when Cora pops into the picture. I loved that they were all sort of exploring this new relationship aspect together. Now, I will say that if you are looking for a hot and heavy BDSM, this isn't it. It was really like on that front. Really light. However, the author doesn't leave you hanging when it comes to the steamy scenes. She managed to balance kink and smut with sweetness and passion.
While Loving You Easy is a bit on the lighter side of BDSM for LotE, you don't miss it. This story had a great combination of sexy scenes, character growth, suspense and mystery, and lovable characters. It was a great addition to the LotE series. However, you don't have to read the previous books in order to read this one. If we're being honest here, I've kind of jumped around in this series and have never had a problem. ;) If you're looking for an amazing erotic romance with a lot of meat on the bones, this is definitely a must!
Favorite quote...
"They'd slept together like this countless nights. But back then they were boys who couldn't touch. Boys who were scared. Tonight they were men who refused to be afraid."
September 7, 2016
As a longtime fan of this series, I crack open each book now with high expectations. That can often be the recipe for disaster. But it has never been the case with the Loving on the Edge series by Roni Loren. Yes, some books are better than others, but there is one thing for certain. She will deliver one well rounded story, packed full of raw emotion and smoldering with sensuality. LOVING YOU EASY did just that.
We have a set of unconventional characters that need to work together. A geek girl that is extremely smart and borderline a hacker working in digital security, often seen as an unattractive tomboy, and two best friends who mean the world to each other but have never crossed the ultimate line to be together. Ren is the sophisticated one of this equation, exuding sex appeal and lots of swagger. He's also had a rough start in life and was rescued from an early abusive relationship by his now best friend and then neighbor, Hayes Fox. Hayes is the one that spells danger just from looking at him, and the fact he just got out of prison reinforces that image. He's got the muscles and the broody, dark persona to send your senses tingling.
The three of these unlikely characters worked so well together that I had no reservations in the end about them being able to work it out in the long run. I loved the fact that Ren and Hayes have been friends for so long because the bond between was already very strong. And the fact that Hayes also has a previous emotional bond to Cora helped me along with that as well. Their chemistry in duos or all three together is off the charts! Seriously combustible chemistry coming off these pages. Be warned, you're in for some squirming.
But I also enjoyed the fact that the pacing of their sexual relationship is slower than usual. It takes time for this story to set up the pieces where they need to lay and I thoroughly enjoyed that. There's also the added element of the mystery of who is infiltrating the security at Ren and Hayes company that adds a certain edge to the story. Although these guys are part of The Ranch, it's not heavily mentioned or featured in this story and as usual with Ms. Loren's story, you can pick this one up without having read the whole series. But why would you want to miss out on the previous amazing stories? Do yourself a favor and pick up this series!
Roni Loren is one of those few authors that can do it all, again and again. I'm never disappointed with her books and this series is still one of my favorites. Each book is so very different in plot, characters, level and variety of kink. But one thing is for certain, we will explore these characters completely and learn what makes them all tick. And I loved every minute of it in this one. I'm ready for the next one!
Favorite quote:
"Fantasies of you always had a flavor of force."
*ARC provided by publisher
Reviewed by Francesca
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September 13, 2016
I received an advance copy of this book for an honest review.
This has got to be one of the best books I've read in a while and definitely one of the hottest! Loving You Easy is the perfect mix of fun, romance, and intrigue. Roni Loren excels at creating complex characters and intricately woven story lines. I was pulled so far into this story that I didn't want to come out. The prologue alone drew me in like Dmitry did to Lenore. I wanted to be brought to my edge of control, too.
There were so many aspects of this story that I loved—the online play, the history between Hayes and Ren, Cora's hacking and technical expertise, the mystery, and the journey these three were on toward their HEA. The BDSM aspects were spot on and hot. I was so mesmerized by the verbalization of actions that I was lost to the world around me. I not only saw what they were doing in my mind's eye, I could almost feel every caress and the breath on my skin. The anticipation of the next touch was palpable and had my heart pounding for more.
The connection that Dmitry and Lenore had was visceral. Without even knowing who he is in the beginning or his story, you know that these two were meant to find one another. Dmitry is the master that Lenore longed for, and she was his perfect submissive. I waited with bated breath for the moment they would meet in person.
I enjoyed getting all of the points of view. Hayes's and Ren's thoughts and internal struggles added so much to this story, especially when the author took us back to how they met and what they endured over the years. Their love for one another is so deeply ingrained in their friendship that they almost took it for granted. When they do finally accept and act on it, it's like fate removed the veil to allow them to see what was always there.
Each of these characters are so vulnerable and insecure in their own ways, afraid they won't be accepted because of who they are and their kink. It was especially hard for Cora since she struggled with admitting it and accepting that she truly wanted to be mastered. Then she had to come to terms with wanting and having both Hayes and Ren. What would her friends think? Or her mom? Of course, the men had to do the same with accepting that they could have the type of relationship that was laid out before them. I loved watching Cora's sexual awakening and how deeply the men fell for each other and this quirky, sarcastic submissive. It's apparent that these three lost and tortured souls were meant to find each other. Fate definitely had a hand in their introduction. Then it was up to them to take control and build what could be an amazing life of love and acceptance.
This has got to be one of the best books I've read in a while and definitely one of the hottest! Loving You Easy is the perfect mix of fun, romance, and intrigue. Roni Loren excels at creating complex characters and intricately woven story lines. I was pulled so far into this story that I didn't want to come out. The prologue alone drew me in like Dmitry did to Lenore. I wanted to be brought to my edge of control, too.
There were so many aspects of this story that I loved—the online play, the history between Hayes and Ren, Cora's hacking and technical expertise, the mystery, and the journey these three were on toward their HEA. The BDSM aspects were spot on and hot. I was so mesmerized by the verbalization of actions that I was lost to the world around me. I not only saw what they were doing in my mind's eye, I could almost feel every caress and the breath on my skin. The anticipation of the next touch was palpable and had my heart pounding for more.
The connection that Dmitry and Lenore had was visceral. Without even knowing who he is in the beginning or his story, you know that these two were meant to find one another. Dmitry is the master that Lenore longed for, and she was his perfect submissive. I waited with bated breath for the moment they would meet in person.
I enjoyed getting all of the points of view. Hayes's and Ren's thoughts and internal struggles added so much to this story, especially when the author took us back to how they met and what they endured over the years. Their love for one another is so deeply ingrained in their friendship that they almost took it for granted. When they do finally accept and act on it, it's like fate removed the veil to allow them to see what was always there.
Each of these characters are so vulnerable and insecure in their own ways, afraid they won't be accepted because of who they are and their kink. It was especially hard for Cora since she struggled with admitting it and accepting that she truly wanted to be mastered. Then she had to come to terms with wanting and having both Hayes and Ren. What would her friends think? Or her mom? Of course, the men had to do the same with accepting that they could have the type of relationship that was laid out before them. I loved watching Cora's sexual awakening and how deeply the men fell for each other and this quirky, sarcastic submissive. It's apparent that these three lost and tortured souls were meant to find each other. Fate definitely had a hand in their introduction. Then it was up to them to take control and build what could be an amazing life of love and acceptance.
September 9, 2016
Loving You Easy is the first book I have read by Roni Loren and it definitely will not be my last! Gosh the steamy scenes are hot, hot, hot!! Talk about original! None of that expected menage action in this one!!
Ren and Hays have developed a virtual reality game that lets people indulge in their kinky side. Cora plays the game and become more and more interested. That is until someone hacks into the game and sets her up in real life for a rather disturbingly scary encounter. Determined not to have someone else hurt as a result of the game, Cora hunts down the makers. Ren hires her on the spot to help flush out the hacker. As she works to make everyone safe within the game, she's getting further and further taken by the two deliciously handsome men. Are they just the ticket her life has been missing??
Oh gosh talk about a great book! I loved Cora and her nerdy hacker vibe! She's strong and smart but has had bad luck with men throughout her life. Ren super sexy all polished and smooth. He just oozes sexiness! And Hayes....totally alpha male, but so gun shy after getting a bad rap for a scene gone bad. They all come together with a haze of insecurities and scary feelings. They eventually let the relationship unfold and turn into a sexual one. Each has their own issues they bring to the table but Hayes has the hardest to unravel. She was previously framed and did time for someone else's lie. Trust is a hard pill to swallow for him. I really enjoyed seeing how the three of them worked out each one's problems. It wasn't fast and definitely wasn't easy.
Like I said, the sex scenes were sizzling- no scorching the sheets hot! There's scenes with the guys, each guy with Cora, and of course all three all together with lips and fingers and legs all over the place! They definitely have chemistry and a passion for each other that is unrivaled. Yes, there is the underlying mystery of the hacker too and that just adds to the intensity of this story!
Roni Loren wrote an awesome story here and I am proud to display it on my Goodreads "read before your die" shelf!
5 stars/5 flames
This book was gifted to me by the Jeep Diva for the express purpose of an honest review. The rating and review are solely my opinion and in no way was I compensated.
Ren and Hays have developed a virtual reality game that lets people indulge in their kinky side. Cora plays the game and become more and more interested. That is until someone hacks into the game and sets her up in real life for a rather disturbingly scary encounter. Determined not to have someone else hurt as a result of the game, Cora hunts down the makers. Ren hires her on the spot to help flush out the hacker. As she works to make everyone safe within the game, she's getting further and further taken by the two deliciously handsome men. Are they just the ticket her life has been missing??
Oh gosh talk about a great book! I loved Cora and her nerdy hacker vibe! She's strong and smart but has had bad luck with men throughout her life. Ren super sexy all polished and smooth. He just oozes sexiness! And Hayes....totally alpha male, but so gun shy after getting a bad rap for a scene gone bad. They all come together with a haze of insecurities and scary feelings. They eventually let the relationship unfold and turn into a sexual one. Each has their own issues they bring to the table but Hayes has the hardest to unravel. She was previously framed and did time for someone else's lie. Trust is a hard pill to swallow for him. I really enjoyed seeing how the three of them worked out each one's problems. It wasn't fast and definitely wasn't easy.
Like I said, the sex scenes were sizzling- no scorching the sheets hot! There's scenes with the guys, each guy with Cora, and of course all three all together with lips and fingers and legs all over the place! They definitely have chemistry and a passion for each other that is unrivaled. Yes, there is the underlying mystery of the hacker too and that just adds to the intensity of this story!
Roni Loren wrote an awesome story here and I am proud to display it on my Goodreads "read before your die" shelf!
5 stars/5 flames
This book was gifted to me by the Jeep Diva for the express purpose of an honest review. The rating and review are solely my opinion and in no way was I compensated.
September 7, 2016
Slick's review posted at Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews
Roni Loren continues to impress me with her complex, exciting and sexy words. Two dominate men, one woman ready to explore her submissive side, some crazy meet ups, a bit of suspense and a whole lot of sexiness all made Loving You Easy one fantastic romance.
I'm a sucker for a good M/M/F ménage romance and this book gave me everything I love about this genre and more. Cora Benning is an IT specialist who is a "white hat" hacker; her sex life hasn't been anything spectacular and her last FWB relationship left her feeling a bit raw. She's enjoyed playing a BDSM themed online game and has connected well with one player within the game and it's made her curious about exploring her kinky side. Following an attack, Cora tracks down the company that put her in danger and finds Ren Muroya and Hayes Fox.
This is a complicated story with many layers and it was interesting watching their story unfold and the feelings between the three of them grow throughout. Not only did Ren and Hayes finally own up to their feelings for one another, they both fell hard and fast for Cora and she for them. Their relationship had some ups and downs, but with good communication, trust, and patience they found exactly what they needed in each other.
My one complaint and it was a small one was that I easily identified the "bad guy" very early on in this book and it kind of bugged me that no one within the story (all of who were highly intelligent) never considered the possibility.
Touching, emotional, honest, yet alluring and sexy Loving You Easy was impossible to put down.
Review copy provided for an honest review.
Roni Loren continues to impress me with her complex, exciting and sexy words. Two dominate men, one woman ready to explore her submissive side, some crazy meet ups, a bit of suspense and a whole lot of sexiness all made Loving You Easy one fantastic romance.
I'm a sucker for a good M/M/F ménage romance and this book gave me everything I love about this genre and more. Cora Benning is an IT specialist who is a "white hat" hacker; her sex life hasn't been anything spectacular and her last FWB relationship left her feeling a bit raw. She's enjoyed playing a BDSM themed online game and has connected well with one player within the game and it's made her curious about exploring her kinky side. Following an attack, Cora tracks down the company that put her in danger and finds Ren Muroya and Hayes Fox.
This is a complicated story with many layers and it was interesting watching their story unfold and the feelings between the three of them grow throughout. Not only did Ren and Hayes finally own up to their feelings for one another, they both fell hard and fast for Cora and she for them. Their relationship had some ups and downs, but with good communication, trust, and patience they found exactly what they needed in each other.
My one complaint and it was a small one was that I easily identified the "bad guy" very early on in this book and it kind of bugged me that no one within the story (all of who were highly intelligent) never considered the possibility.
Touching, emotional, honest, yet alluring and sexy Loving You Easy was impossible to put down.
Review copy provided for an honest review.
June 10, 2016
I just need a moment...
Nope. Didn't help. My brain is still stuck in double dominant overdrive.
Cora, Ren and Hayes - GAH, these three. When this insecure gamer girl who lives in Docs, Chucks and comfy tees (can I just say THANK YOU to Roni Loren for making this wonderful heroine a normal, every day girl and not a statuesque beauty with doe eyes and perfect boobs) meets broody, intense Hayes and playful, sweet Ren, her world is rocked and her heart is lost.
Lucky, lucky girl.
Nope. Didn't help. My brain is still stuck in double dominant overdrive.
Cora, Ren and Hayes - GAH, these three. When this insecure gamer girl who lives in Docs, Chucks and comfy tees (can I just say THANK YOU to Roni Loren for making this wonderful heroine a normal, every day girl and not a statuesque beauty with doe eyes and perfect boobs) meets broody, intense Hayes and playful, sweet Ren, her world is rocked and her heart is lost.
Lucky, lucky girl.
October 3, 2016
Hot,suspenseful and erotic!!Wow what a fantastic story!!This is my first book by Roni Loren and I loved it so much!!This book has it all, a perfect romance, hot alpha men and a strong heroine!!!
September 4, 2016
I requested this one on a whim and somehow got lucky enough to receive it! The description and cover is what caught my eye and it seemed interesting from the jump. I had not heard of Roni Loren before this one and it's safe to say that I WILL be picking up more from her! this one surprised me in some good ways and it was incredibly fun to read.
This book in one sentence: This book was a smooth ride with angst and sexy in all the right places, and was something perfect all in its own.
First things first. This book was fun. There are so many things to talk about and I have so many questions, comments, and tendencies to diagnose, and I genuinely had a blast reading this one and am very happy I got the chance to! Thank you Berkley and Roni Loren for this!
As for the content of the book, I enjoyed just about every minute of it. It's easy to see that Roni Loren just enjoys writing and she makes you get lost in reading. The progression of the book, as well as the development of characters and relationships, was all developed gradually and nothing was rushed. Loren told a story at her own pace and never once did I feel anything was rushed nor was I ever bored. This story was engaging and fascinating and while it was sexy and dirty in the best way, there was also a mystery aspects and gasp worthy moments.
In a nutshell, Cora, one of our main characters, is an IT specialist and in so many words is a self proclaimed geek girl. She's smart in general and even smarter with computers, but things are different when it comes to men. She hasn't had the best luck in the men department when it comes to dating in real life. However, (you knew this was coming), men can't stay away from her in a kinky online game called Hayven. In Hayven she's beautiful and popular and gets a chance to indulge in her most private fantasies without anyone knowing. Everything is fine and enjoyable until Hayven gets secretly hacked and her real information gets leaked.
She takes this problem to the owners of the company to inform them of it, but she didn't expect to drool when she first meets up with them. Ren and Hayes are business partners and have been best friends for a long time. Hayes has recently been released from prison after being falsely accused of a crime he didn't commit. Ren is doing everything he can to try to get his partner and best friend back on track. Neither of them are happy to hear about the hack in the system and this leads to them working together with Cora, ultimately leading to things getting more interesting.
I liked all the characters! I thought they were all unique and real and they had their own histories. It just seemed so perfect that they all managed to be at the right time and place to get a chance to explore what could happen between them. I loved the mystery element of the book as well and my conspiracy theories got out of whack and I guessed the wrong ending!
Something else that I really liked was that none of the relationships were forced and all the chemistry was legit! Loren took her time to develop everything and I literally sat back and enjoyed the ride without making any faces about it. When things were absolutely FIRE I wasn't cringing because everything just felt right! (And there were things that were FIRE, like I need a gif)
One of the most important aspects to me is that throughout the book safety was one of the biggest concerns. I love love love that safety was always number one no matter what was going on! I thought the entire story was captivating and there was not one time I wasn't enjoying how everything turned out. I have a few questions in my mind, but those are for discussion later! I think Loren did an incredible job of telling this story and I am going to picking up more from her!
This book in one sentence: This book was a smooth ride with angst and sexy in all the right places, and was something perfect all in its own.
First things first. This book was fun. There are so many things to talk about and I have so many questions, comments, and tendencies to diagnose, and I genuinely had a blast reading this one and am very happy I got the chance to! Thank you Berkley and Roni Loren for this!
As for the content of the book, I enjoyed just about every minute of it. It's easy to see that Roni Loren just enjoys writing and she makes you get lost in reading. The progression of the book, as well as the development of characters and relationships, was all developed gradually and nothing was rushed. Loren told a story at her own pace and never once did I feel anything was rushed nor was I ever bored. This story was engaging and fascinating and while it was sexy and dirty in the best way, there was also a mystery aspects and gasp worthy moments.
In a nutshell, Cora, one of our main characters, is an IT specialist and in so many words is a self proclaimed geek girl. She's smart in general and even smarter with computers, but things are different when it comes to men. She hasn't had the best luck in the men department when it comes to dating in real life. However, (you knew this was coming), men can't stay away from her in a kinky online game called Hayven. In Hayven she's beautiful and popular and gets a chance to indulge in her most private fantasies without anyone knowing. Everything is fine and enjoyable until Hayven gets secretly hacked and her real information gets leaked.
She takes this problem to the owners of the company to inform them of it, but she didn't expect to drool when she first meets up with them. Ren and Hayes are business partners and have been best friends for a long time. Hayes has recently been released from prison after being falsely accused of a crime he didn't commit. Ren is doing everything he can to try to get his partner and best friend back on track. Neither of them are happy to hear about the hack in the system and this leads to them working together with Cora, ultimately leading to things getting more interesting.
I liked all the characters! I thought they were all unique and real and they had their own histories. It just seemed so perfect that they all managed to be at the right time and place to get a chance to explore what could happen between them. I loved the mystery element of the book as well and my conspiracy theories got out of whack and I guessed the wrong ending!
Something else that I really liked was that none of the relationships were forced and all the chemistry was legit! Loren took her time to develop everything and I literally sat back and enjoyed the ride without making any faces about it. When things were absolutely FIRE I wasn't cringing because everything just felt right! (And there were things that were FIRE, like I need a gif)
One of the most important aspects to me is that throughout the book safety was one of the biggest concerns. I love love love that safety was always number one no matter what was going on! I thought the entire story was captivating and there was not one time I wasn't enjoying how everything turned out. I have a few questions in my mind, but those are for discussion later! I think Loren did an incredible job of telling this story and I am going to picking up more from her!
September 6, 2016
4 stars
ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date September 6, 2016
Cora has an amazing sex life. She’s beautiful, daring, and the most popular submissive in Hayven. Too bad none of it’s real...
IT specialist Cora Benning has figured out the key to her formerly disastrous love life—make it virtual. In the online world of Hayven, she’s free of her geek girl image and can indulge her most private fantasies with a sexy, mysterious master without anyone in her life discovering her secrets. Until her information is hacked and she finds herself working to fix the breach under two very powerful men—one who seems all too familiar...
Best friends and business partners Ren Muroya and Hayes Fox were once revered dominants. Then Hayes was wrongfully sent to prison and everything changed. Ren wants to get back to who they were. Hayes can’t risk it. But when they discover the new IT specialist is their online fascination, and that she’s never felt a dominant’s touch, the temptation to turn virtual into reality becomes all too great
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REVIEW: LOVING YOU EASY is the ninth full length installment in Roni Loren’s contemporary, adult LOVING ON THE EDGE erotic, BDSM, romance series. This is IT specialist Coraline Benning, and business partners Ren Muroya and Hayes Fox’s story line. LOVING YOU EASY can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty.
NOTE: Loving You Easy contains MM, MF, MFM scenes of graphic sexual imagery and language including ménage, anal and oral sex, as well as some spanking and light bondage play.
Told from several third person points of view LOVING YOU EASY focuses on the search for an internet stalker. Cora Benning likes to play in the online sexual, fantasy world known as Hayven, and soon discovers that her personal information has been hacked, and someone has targeted Cora in the real world. As an IT hacker, our heroine soon ferrets out some information about the person responsible, and heads over to FoxRen media to confront the owners about a possible breach to their gaming system. What Cora soon discovers is that Ren Muroya and Hayes Fox are two sexual dominants who take a special interest in Cora’s plight, an interest that will extend to a relationship both at work and at play. Ren will offer Cora a job at FoxRen media, and take their partnership up to the next level. What ensues is the building relationship between Cora, Ren and Hayes, and the search for a person who has targeted our trio in a dark game of betrayal and revenge.
The relationship between Cora, Ren and Hayes is highly sexual. Both Ren and Hayes are sexual dominants but Hayes has pulled back from the lifestyle following a prison sentence for a crime he did not commit. Fearful of other people’s reactions to the accusations, Hayes continues to pull away from his best friend Ren, not realizing that Ren and Cora, are the two people he needs the most. The $ex scenes are intimate, erotic, graphic and provocative. The dominance and submissive elements are mostly vanilla and light. The character building reveals a little bit about the backgrounds, the history and events leading to present day circumstances.
The world building focuses on a friendship that turns to love when Ren reveals that he has loved his best friend for most of his life. Cora’s introduction into the world of dominance and submission is imaginative and intoxicating but playful and calm. Cora soon discovers that her online kinky side traverses easily into the real world.
LOVING YOU EASY is a passionate story line focusing on a relationship that is both playful and energetic, healing and dynamic. The premise is intriguing and decadent; the characters are spirited and energetic; the romance is encouraging and seductive. Roni Loren easily invites the reader into her impassioned world of Loving on the Edge.
Copy supplied by the publisher through Netgalley
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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date September 6, 2016
Cora has an amazing sex life. She’s beautiful, daring, and the most popular submissive in Hayven. Too bad none of it’s real...
IT specialist Cora Benning has figured out the key to her formerly disastrous love life—make it virtual. In the online world of Hayven, she’s free of her geek girl image and can indulge her most private fantasies with a sexy, mysterious master without anyone in her life discovering her secrets. Until her information is hacked and she finds herself working to fix the breach under two very powerful men—one who seems all too familiar...
Best friends and business partners Ren Muroya and Hayes Fox were once revered dominants. Then Hayes was wrongfully sent to prison and everything changed. Ren wants to get back to who they were. Hayes can’t risk it. But when they discover the new IT specialist is their online fascination, and that she’s never felt a dominant’s touch, the temptation to turn virtual into reality becomes all too great
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REVIEW: LOVING YOU EASY is the ninth full length installment in Roni Loren’s contemporary, adult LOVING ON THE EDGE erotic, BDSM, romance series. This is IT specialist Coraline Benning, and business partners Ren Muroya and Hayes Fox’s story line. LOVING YOU EASY can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty.
NOTE: Loving You Easy contains MM, MF, MFM scenes of graphic sexual imagery and language including ménage, anal and oral sex, as well as some spanking and light bondage play.
Told from several third person points of view LOVING YOU EASY focuses on the search for an internet stalker. Cora Benning likes to play in the online sexual, fantasy world known as Hayven, and soon discovers that her personal information has been hacked, and someone has targeted Cora in the real world. As an IT hacker, our heroine soon ferrets out some information about the person responsible, and heads over to FoxRen media to confront the owners about a possible breach to their gaming system. What Cora soon discovers is that Ren Muroya and Hayes Fox are two sexual dominants who take a special interest in Cora’s plight, an interest that will extend to a relationship both at work and at play. Ren will offer Cora a job at FoxRen media, and take their partnership up to the next level. What ensues is the building relationship between Cora, Ren and Hayes, and the search for a person who has targeted our trio in a dark game of betrayal and revenge.
The relationship between Cora, Ren and Hayes is highly sexual. Both Ren and Hayes are sexual dominants but Hayes has pulled back from the lifestyle following a prison sentence for a crime he did not commit. Fearful of other people’s reactions to the accusations, Hayes continues to pull away from his best friend Ren, not realizing that Ren and Cora, are the two people he needs the most. The $ex scenes are intimate, erotic, graphic and provocative. The dominance and submissive elements are mostly vanilla and light. The character building reveals a little bit about the backgrounds, the history and events leading to present day circumstances.
The world building focuses on a friendship that turns to love when Ren reveals that he has loved his best friend for most of his life. Cora’s introduction into the world of dominance and submission is imaginative and intoxicating but playful and calm. Cora soon discovers that her online kinky side traverses easily into the real world.
LOVING YOU EASY is a passionate story line focusing on a relationship that is both playful and energetic, healing and dynamic. The premise is intriguing and decadent; the characters are spirited and energetic; the romance is encouraging and seductive. Roni Loren easily invites the reader into her impassioned world of Loving on the Edge.
Copy supplied by the publisher through Netgalley
www.thereadingcafe.com
December 6, 2016
God, you know what I love most in Roni's books? Their gender fluidity.
Cora is a tomboy. She embraced that side of herself, but past relationships still make her self-conscious and unsure about her own appeal. She discovered that she is kinky and is slowly testing the waters through an online game.
Rey loves his best friend and partner in business, Heyes, but he is also very aware of his bisexuality. To add to the complication, he wants someone permanent in his life, and from his point of view? His desires cancel each other, and he is resolved that he won't have his cake and eat it.
Heyes is a wonderful teddy bear of a man. Tough-looking, closed up, but mushy and sensitive on the inside, he is recovering from being wrongly accused of a crime and spending some time in prison until proven innocent. He is tentative with his freedom and afraid to ever trust someone again.
When Cora stumbles into their lives, Heyes is the one fighting the attraction while Rey really, really wants it all to work.
This is a lovely menage story, and Cora is the undeniable knight in shining armor who swoops in and saves the grouch and the charmer, which tickled my fancy to no end!
The villain was the weakest part of the story and the most obvious one to the reader, but I loved Cora's handling of him and how the trio worked with each other in everyday life. It was sweet and pretty hot.
So if you love your BDSM menage romance, Roni is your man! This book had some D/s elements, but they were light, and overall this is a good read to introduce someone to the genre. I took it to my book club, and it worked very well. *evil grin* Recommended.
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Знаете, что мне очень нравится в книгах Рони? Гендерная гибкость. Она не боится выбрасывать установленные определения мужского и женского пола и создавать свои собственные.
Кора Беннинг всегда была пацанкой. Кроткая стрижка, Док Мартенс, одежда унисекс. Так ей удобнее, а от каблуков, макияжа и платьев её кидает в дрожь. Она - талантливый хакер и знает себе цену, однако в отношениях с мужчинами никогда не уверена, что её принимают всерьёз. Она недавно пришла к мысли, что ей интересен кинк и экспериментирует с онлайн-игрой, предоставляющие разные сценарии в этом образе жизни. Только кто-то взламывает её профиль, забрасывает её в опасную ситуацию, и разъярённая хакерша отслеживает владельца игры, чтобы метафорически надавать тому по жбану.
Рей Моройя знает, что он бисексуален и давно со своей натурой смирился. Он также доминант и давно влюблён в своего лучшего друга и партнёра по бизнесу. Он устал от кратковременных связей и готов остепениться, однако понимает, что реалистически у него может исполниться только одно из желаний, ему надо выбрать - которое.
Хейс Фокс - самый настоящий плюшевый медведь. Он хоть и выглядит как суровый, накаченный мачо, всё это фасад, за которым прячется травмированный и разочарованный в жизни мужик. Полгода назад он вышел из тюрьмы где провёл полтора года после того как его подставили. Рей помог ему, нашёл доказательство его невиновности, однако теперь Хейсу очень трудно кому-то довериться, единственное, но что ему хватает смелости - онлайн-игра кинка, созданная его партнёром.
Когда Кора врывается в их жизни, именно Хейс противостоит влечению, тогда как Рей изо всех сил пытается заставить их отношения работать.
Мисс Лорен - одна из королев менажа, и написана эта книга очень мило, не говоря уж о том, что постельные сцены здесь обжигающие! Из элементов БДСМ здесь есть немножко Д/с, а так - это развлекательные эротический роман с неплохой детективной линией. Хоть и злодей совершенно очевиден, жутко понравилось, что именно Кора играет роль рыцаря на белом коне спасает ребят. Читайте, рекомендую.
Cora is a tomboy. She embraced that side of herself, but past relationships still make her self-conscious and unsure about her own appeal. She discovered that she is kinky and is slowly testing the waters through an online game.
Rey loves his best friend and partner in business, Heyes, but he is also very aware of his bisexuality. To add to the complication, he wants someone permanent in his life, and from his point of view? His desires cancel each other, and he is resolved that he won't have his cake and eat it.
Heyes is a wonderful teddy bear of a man. Tough-looking, closed up, but mushy and sensitive on the inside, he is recovering from being wrongly accused of a crime and spending some time in prison until proven innocent. He is tentative with his freedom and afraid to ever trust someone again.
When Cora stumbles into their lives, Heyes is the one fighting the attraction while Rey really, really wants it all to work.
This is a lovely menage story, and Cora is the undeniable knight in shining armor who swoops in and saves the grouch and the charmer, which tickled my fancy to no end!
The villain was the weakest part of the story and the most obvious one to the reader, but I loved Cora's handling of him and how the trio worked with each other in everyday life. It was sweet and pretty hot.
So if you love your BDSM menage romance, Roni is your man! This book had some D/s elements, but they were light, and overall this is a good read to introduce someone to the genre. I took it to my book club, and it worked very well. *evil grin* Recommended.
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Знаете, что мне очень нравится в книгах Рони? Гендерная гибкость. Она не боится выбрасывать установленные определения мужского и женского пола и создавать свои собственные.
Кора Беннинг всегда была пацанкой. Кроткая стрижка, Док Мартенс, одежда унисекс. Так ей удобнее, а от каблуков, макияжа и платьев её кидает в дрожь. Она - талантливый хакер и знает себе цену, однако в отношениях с мужчинами никогда не уверена, что её принимают всерьёз. Она недавно пришла к мысли, что ей интересен кинк и экспериментирует с онлайн-игрой, предоставляющие разные сценарии в этом образе жизни. Только кто-то взламывает её профиль, забрасывает её в опасную ситуацию, и разъярённая хакерша отслеживает владельца игры, чтобы метафорически надавать тому по жбану.
Рей Моройя знает, что он бисексуален и давно со своей натурой смирился. Он также доминант и давно влюблён в своего лучшего друга и партнёра по бизнесу. Он устал от кратковременных связей и готов остепениться, однако понимает, что реалистически у него может исполниться только одно из желаний, ему надо выбрать - которое.
Хейс Фокс - самый настоящий плюшевый медведь. Он хоть и выглядит как суровый, накаченный мачо, всё это фасад, за которым прячется травмированный и разочарованный в жизни мужик. Полгода назад он вышел из тюрьмы где провёл полтора года после того как его подставили. Рей помог ему, нашёл доказательство его невиновности, однако теперь Хейсу очень трудно кому-то довериться, единственное, но что ему хватает смелости - онлайн-игра кинка, созданная его партнёром.
Когда Кора врывается в их жизни, именно Хейс противостоит влечению, тогда как Рей изо всех сил пытается заставить их отношения работать.
Мисс Лорен - одна из королев менажа, и написана эта книга очень мило, не говоря уж о том, что постельные сцены здесь обжигающие! Из элементов БДСМ здесь есть немножко Д/с, а так - это развлекательные эротический роман с неплохой детективной линией. Хоть и злодей совершенно очевиден, жутко понравилось, что именно Кора играет роль рыцаря на белом коне спасает ребят. Читайте, рекомендую.
September 8, 2016
My Thoughts:
Loving You Easy is a continuation of the Loving on the Edge Series by Roni Loren. This series is erotica at it's best, and is not "vanilla" as far as sexually-charged romance is concerned. Ms. Loren pushes boundaries in the romance genre, and shows readers the allure of sexual exploration and experimentation.
Cora Benning has never considered herself beautiful. She is introverted, savvy with computers, and considers herself a "tomboy geek girl." Her love life has suffered, and her ex-boyfriend said she was "like a dude with a vagina." Therefore, Cora has decided to explore her sexuality by playing a virtual game called "Hayven."
In this virtual reality she meets the powerful, sexy, and sexually dominating, "Master Dmitry" and gets to be the beautiful, confident, and sexually submissive, "Lenore." "Hayven" gives her the anonymity and freedom to explore her sexual kinks and interests in voyeurism and BDSM.
At a networking party, Cora meets the sexy Ren Muroya, when he is in a compromising position. She feels the allure of the way he dominates over his sexual partner. Ren tries to get to know Cora at the function, but then she quickly leaves the party.
When the virtual game, "Hayven" gets hacked into, and Cora is almost assaulted due to the hack, she decides to take action. She goes to the office of the game maker, and is shocked to learn that the owners are Ren Muroya and his business partner, Hayes Fox, who resembles her virtual game partner, "Master Dmitry." She has decided to join the team to try and track down the computer hacker, and make "Hayven" a safe place again.
However, when the team begins to realize that the hacker might be a dangerous person out to hurt Hayes by setting him up, the three of them band together. Soon, all three of them are in the midst of danger from an obsessed madman. When business turns to pleasure, Cora, Ren and Hayes, have to decide if the menage is a temporary fun time, or if it may have the potential to turn into a meaningful lifetime love.
Loving You Easy was fast-paced, and had me looking forward to turning the page. I'm not one to be in to stories that have menage, but I really enjoyed this one. Ms. Loren did an excellent job of developing the relationships between all three main characters, and found a way to give them substance. We learned about their past histories, their hopes, fears, insecurities, and desires. Cora, Ren, and Hayes made each other whole, and gave me insight in to how three people could fall in love with one another. However, my favorite aspect of the story was watching Cora empower herself. She became confident, and owned her sexuality. I loved watching her insecurities and self-doubt vanish, as she became a woman to be admired.
My Rating:
I give, Loving You Easy, by Roni Loren, 4 Kinky, Sexually Confident, Deranged Stalker, Menage, Love Filled Stars! If you like colorful erotica, filled with virtual gaming, BDSM, and danger filled suspense, then read this story! Roni Loren is one of my favorite erotica authors, and her stories never disappoint!
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Loving You Easy is a continuation of the Loving on the Edge Series by Roni Loren. This series is erotica at it's best, and is not "vanilla" as far as sexually-charged romance is concerned. Ms. Loren pushes boundaries in the romance genre, and shows readers the allure of sexual exploration and experimentation.
Cora Benning has never considered herself beautiful. She is introverted, savvy with computers, and considers herself a "tomboy geek girl." Her love life has suffered, and her ex-boyfriend said she was "like a dude with a vagina." Therefore, Cora has decided to explore her sexuality by playing a virtual game called "Hayven."
In this virtual reality she meets the powerful, sexy, and sexually dominating, "Master Dmitry" and gets to be the beautiful, confident, and sexually submissive, "Lenore." "Hayven" gives her the anonymity and freedom to explore her sexual kinks and interests in voyeurism and BDSM.
At a networking party, Cora meets the sexy Ren Muroya, when he is in a compromising position. She feels the allure of the way he dominates over his sexual partner. Ren tries to get to know Cora at the function, but then she quickly leaves the party.
When the virtual game, "Hayven" gets hacked into, and Cora is almost assaulted due to the hack, she decides to take action. She goes to the office of the game maker, and is shocked to learn that the owners are Ren Muroya and his business partner, Hayes Fox, who resembles her virtual game partner, "Master Dmitry." She has decided to join the team to try and track down the computer hacker, and make "Hayven" a safe place again.
However, when the team begins to realize that the hacker might be a dangerous person out to hurt Hayes by setting him up, the three of them band together. Soon, all three of them are in the midst of danger from an obsessed madman. When business turns to pleasure, Cora, Ren and Hayes, have to decide if the menage is a temporary fun time, or if it may have the potential to turn into a meaningful lifetime love.
Loving You Easy was fast-paced, and had me looking forward to turning the page. I'm not one to be in to stories that have menage, but I really enjoyed this one. Ms. Loren did an excellent job of developing the relationships between all three main characters, and found a way to give them substance. We learned about their past histories, their hopes, fears, insecurities, and desires. Cora, Ren, and Hayes made each other whole, and gave me insight in to how three people could fall in love with one another. However, my favorite aspect of the story was watching Cora empower herself. She became confident, and owned her sexuality. I loved watching her insecurities and self-doubt vanish, as she became a woman to be admired.
My Rating:
I give, Loving You Easy, by Roni Loren, 4 Kinky, Sexually Confident, Deranged Stalker, Menage, Love Filled Stars! If you like colorful erotica, filled with virtual gaming, BDSM, and danger filled suspense, then read this story! Roni Loren is one of my favorite erotica authors, and her stories never disappoint!
*To Read More Book Reviews, Visit http://www.abookishescape.com
September 25, 2016
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Loving You Easy is the 9th book in the Loving on the Edge series by Roni Loren. Each book is a standalone story, though the characters are interconnected. I am a huge fan of this series, but I will warn readers that this series might not be for everyone. Each book is an erotic novella, often times dealing with BDSM elements as well as M/M action or menage relationships. That is not the case with every book, but if those things bother you then this series might not be for you. Loving You Easy is a menage story, featuring two men and one woman.
After another disappointment in her love life, Cora Benning decides to take things virtual. She joins Hayven, a place where she can explore and be herself without having to worry about being face to face with those that she is interested in. There she is Lenore, and she soon finds herself connecting with Dom Dmitry. But when when the game gets hacked, Cora finds herself in a situation where she will do anything to protect herself and the others in the game. As an IT specialist and certified white hat hacker, Cora takes a job for the game makers in order to beef up security and close all the holes in the game. What she doesn't expect is to be so drawn to the two men who own the business and are best friends. As each of them get to know one another, they soon find that their desires and needs match. But is Cora ready to take things from her virtual world and turn them into her reality?
These characters were fantastic! Roni Loren has such a way with words, and her stories are always more than just erotica. Ren, Hayes, and Cora were all deep and well written. You could feel their struggles and see how well they all fit together. They had each been through things that had them holding back at times or feeling insecure or unsure of themselves, yet when the three of them came together it was clear just how much they belonged together. I loved the support and connection between them all. Not only were they emotionally connected, but the chemistry between them was off the charts. These characters were so hot together, and you could feel the passion between them!
Overall, this was another fantastic addition to this series. I love how Roni Loren can always write a book that is so steamy, yet it also is a great story. The sex was hot, but it was so much more than that and Roni Loren does it perfectly. I couldn't put this book down, I had to know what would happen for Ren, Hayes and Cora. This series is one that I have loved from the very beginning, and with each new book I continue to be amazed at Roni Loren's ability to not only deliver with each new novel, but to give us stories that are unique and just seem to get better with each book. If you like erotica but want there to be a great story along with the sexy times, the Loving on the Edge series is an absolute must read.
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Loving You Easy is the 9th book in the Loving on the Edge series by Roni Loren. Each book is a standalone story, though the characters are interconnected. I am a huge fan of this series, but I will warn readers that this series might not be for everyone. Each book is an erotic novella, often times dealing with BDSM elements as well as M/M action or menage relationships. That is not the case with every book, but if those things bother you then this series might not be for you. Loving You Easy is a menage story, featuring two men and one woman.
After another disappointment in her love life, Cora Benning decides to take things virtual. She joins Hayven, a place where she can explore and be herself without having to worry about being face to face with those that she is interested in. There she is Lenore, and she soon finds herself connecting with Dom Dmitry. But when when the game gets hacked, Cora finds herself in a situation where she will do anything to protect herself and the others in the game. As an IT specialist and certified white hat hacker, Cora takes a job for the game makers in order to beef up security and close all the holes in the game. What she doesn't expect is to be so drawn to the two men who own the business and are best friends. As each of them get to know one another, they soon find that their desires and needs match. But is Cora ready to take things from her virtual world and turn them into her reality?
These characters were fantastic! Roni Loren has such a way with words, and her stories are always more than just erotica. Ren, Hayes, and Cora were all deep and well written. You could feel their struggles and see how well they all fit together. They had each been through things that had them holding back at times or feeling insecure or unsure of themselves, yet when the three of them came together it was clear just how much they belonged together. I loved the support and connection between them all. Not only were they emotionally connected, but the chemistry between them was off the charts. These characters were so hot together, and you could feel the passion between them!
Overall, this was another fantastic addition to this series. I love how Roni Loren can always write a book that is so steamy, yet it also is a great story. The sex was hot, but it was so much more than that and Roni Loren does it perfectly. I couldn't put this book down, I had to know what would happen for Ren, Hayes and Cora. This series is one that I have loved from the very beginning, and with each new book I continue to be amazed at Roni Loren's ability to not only deliver with each new novel, but to give us stories that are unique and just seem to get better with each book. If you like erotica but want there to be a great story along with the sexy times, the Loving on the Edge series is an absolute must read.
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September 6, 2016
Loving You Easy is the 9th book in Roni Loren's BDSM romance series, Loving on the Edge. It can be read as a standalone, but the series is excellent so I highly recommend you check out the previous books as well. This story instantly intrigued me because of the online elements. Add in a menage and I was so excited I wasted no time jumping right into this book.
Cora may be thought of as a nerd in real life, but online she can shake off her IT job and comfy clothes and become one of the most sought after and adventurous subs in Hayven, an online BDSM site. She meets an especially compelling and mysterious Dom on the site who she talks with regularly. Things seem to be going great until the site is hacked. Her personal information is used and her life is put into jeopardy, but she is thankfully rescued by her two neighbors. With their help, she sets out to find the hacker and finally experience BDSM in the flesh. Add in Hayes a wrongly convicted beyond sexy alpha male with trust issues and Ren his carefree best friend with a heart of gold, plus plenty of mystery and suspense to keep me captivated and I could not put this book down.
I enjoyed this story so much, in fact, I think it may be one of my favorite in the Loving on the Edge series, which says quite a bit since they are all so well written and enjoyable. I loved that Cora was not the typical romance heroine. She was completely human and down to earth. She managed to be both cautious because of how she was raised and yet adventurous. I also loved and adored both Hayes and Ren. Broody Hayes with his trust issues stole my heart, but I think my favorite character may just be Ren. He was the heart of the relationship and held everyone together.
A Roni Loren book is always a pleasure to read and Loving You Easy was a perfect addition to this wonderful series. It was packed full of wonderful characters, a beautiful love story, smoldering love scenes and an intriguing mystery.
Cora may be thought of as a nerd in real life, but online she can shake off her IT job and comfy clothes and become one of the most sought after and adventurous subs in Hayven, an online BDSM site. She meets an especially compelling and mysterious Dom on the site who she talks with regularly. Things seem to be going great until the site is hacked. Her personal information is used and her life is put into jeopardy, but she is thankfully rescued by her two neighbors. With their help, she sets out to find the hacker and finally experience BDSM in the flesh. Add in Hayes a wrongly convicted beyond sexy alpha male with trust issues and Ren his carefree best friend with a heart of gold, plus plenty of mystery and suspense to keep me captivated and I could not put this book down.
I enjoyed this story so much, in fact, I think it may be one of my favorite in the Loving on the Edge series, which says quite a bit since they are all so well written and enjoyable. I loved that Cora was not the typical romance heroine. She was completely human and down to earth. She managed to be both cautious because of how she was raised and yet adventurous. I also loved and adored both Hayes and Ren. Broody Hayes with his trust issues stole my heart, but I think my favorite character may just be Ren. He was the heart of the relationship and held everyone together.
A Roni Loren book is always a pleasure to read and Loving You Easy was a perfect addition to this wonderful series. It was packed full of wonderful characters, a beautiful love story, smoldering love scenes and an intriguing mystery.
December 13, 2016
4-1/2 stars.
I have started writing this review a thousand times, only to just delete everything and start all over. Because it's so amazing, I know my words won't be good enough to describe it. Roni Loren has quickly become one of my favorite authors, and Loving You Easy reminds me of just why.
The characters here are well-developed and so sexy. Cora is very relatable and Hayes and Ren are smoking hot. Hayes just blew me away with all his sexiness. And Ren? Damn. They were all amazing--individually and as a group. Fast-paced and intense, this book takes you on a ride that has unexpected twists and turns as well as the joy of falling in love. Like I said, I can barely string my thoughts together, but what I can say is if you love ménage stories, Loving You Easy has to be at the top of your list.
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I have started writing this review a thousand times, only to just delete everything and start all over. Because it's so amazing, I know my words won't be good enough to describe it. Roni Loren has quickly become one of my favorite authors, and Loving You Easy reminds me of just why.
The characters here are well-developed and so sexy. Cora is very relatable and Hayes and Ren are smoking hot. Hayes just blew me away with all his sexiness. And Ren? Damn. They were all amazing--individually and as a group. Fast-paced and intense, this book takes you on a ride that has unexpected twists and turns as well as the joy of falling in love. Like I said, I can barely string my thoughts together, but what I can say is if you love ménage stories, Loving You Easy has to be at the top of your list.
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August 15, 2016
Reviewers Note: Reviewing forCocktails and Books, I was gifted a copy in exchange for an honest review.
5 Insanely Hot Stars!
“This book has it all. There’s romance! There’s hot alpha men! There’s a strong, courageous heroine. There are steamy bedrooms scenes that definitely gave me tummy flutters. There are funny moments that made me laugh out loud. There are touching scenes and real, honest emotions between the characters as well as some amazing and open dialogue which gave me wonderful chest pangs. And there’s mystery, because not everyone wants Cora, Hayes and Ren to be happy...” - Hazel w/Craves the Angst, Reviewing for Cocktails and Books
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5 Insanely Hot Stars!
“This book has it all. There’s romance! There’s hot alpha men! There’s a strong, courageous heroine. There are steamy bedrooms scenes that definitely gave me tummy flutters. There are funny moments that made me laugh out loud. There are touching scenes and real, honest emotions between the characters as well as some amazing and open dialogue which gave me wonderful chest pangs. And there’s mystery, because not everyone wants Cora, Hayes and Ren to be happy...” - Hazel w/Craves the Angst, Reviewing for Cocktails and Books
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September 15, 2016
The most believable menage romance I've ever read, even with the crazysauce bad guy. Most menages are so formulaic: two ridiculously straight and similar guys agree they want to share a woman and then totally fixate on her while insisting their swords won't cross. Not here. Not only that, but in the midst of the kink and suspense, this also became one of the most tender and emotional menage stories ever as well.
Also, kudos for having a hot, kinky Asian male character. As much as I dug tough girl Cora, Ren's heartbreaking history and his love for Hayes and Cora made him the real silent hero of the story.
Also, kudos for having a hot, kinky Asian male character. As much as I dug tough girl Cora, Ren's heartbreaking history and his love for Hayes and Cora made him the real silent hero of the story.
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