Review - Kyle's Return by L.P. Dover

Title: Kyle's Return

Series: Gloves Off #5

Author: L.P. Dover

Release Date: April 6, 2015 

*~* HE'S BACK! And this time he's not letting anything get in his way. KYLE'S RETURN IS THE LAST BOOK IN THE GLOVES OFF SERIES. *~*
 

I promised myself I’d stay away from dangerous men, but I couldn’t live up to that when Kyle Andrews came back to town. He’s a manipulator, a guy who’ll do whatever it takes to get what he wants, sabotaging anyone who gets in the way. After a fatal fight left him wounded, his UFC career comes to a close. He has nothing, but he’s determined to get it all back.

My name is Megan. I’ve known violence, pain, and what it feels like to be scared to live another day. All of that changed the moment I refused to be a victim. Now that my psychotic ex, Alex, can’t find me, I’ve been given a second chance. I owe my life to my friends. The same goes for Kyle. Without him, I wouldn’t be able to feel.

Everyone hates him. But for the life of me I don’t. There’s something about him I can’t ignore. Being with Kyle makes me want it all. However, in loving a hated man, I didn’t know it’d bring the life I fled from back to haunt me. Everywhere I go danger lurks and bad things happen. Kyle believes it’s because of him, but I’m starting to think otherwise. I think Alex has found me, and if so, this time he’s not going to let me go.

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I was so excited when I saw that Kyle was getting his own story and I couldn't wait to read it! It did not disappoint at all!! Kyle completely redeemed himself and I have no doubts that he will steal your heart like he did mine. Kyle's Return was wonderful and I positively loved it!
 

There's no question that Kyle has changed and become a better person. He got the wake-up call he needed, he got his second chance, and he took it. Kyle really turns out to be a great guy: he's strong, protective, and loyal. He's everything that I love in a hero and despite his shady past, you won't be able to resist him!

Megan, oh my gosh, is that girl a total bada*s or what?! She is one tough gal that you really don't want to mess with! Megan can most definitely take care of herself; she's determined and she's a fighter. She never gives up on Kyle and has complete faith in him. Megan is an awesome heroine and I just loved her!

Kyle's Return is full of some sad times, scary, dangerous times, extremely happy, fun times, sexy times, and several heart melting moments. It is a fantabulous book and I can't tell you how much I enjoyed reading it although it was also bittersweet because this is the final book in the Gloves Off series. I loved and will absolutely miss it all!

Kyle's Return is a standalone, but it is more enjoyable if you read the books in order. It is told from Megan and Kyle's POV and they do get their HEA.

~ Review by Paige

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author, L.P. Dover, is a southern belle residing in North Carolina along with her husband and two beautiful girls. Before she even began her literary journey she worked in Periodontics enjoying the wonderment of dental surgeries.

Not only does she love to write, but she loves to play tennis, go on mountain hikes, white water rafting, and you can't forget the passion for singing. Her two number one fans expect a concert each and every night before bedtime and those songs usually consist of Christmas carols.

Aside from being a wife and mother, L.P. Dover has written over fifteen novels including her Forever Fae series, the Second Chances series, the Gloves Off series, and her standalone novel, Love, Lies, and Deception. Her favorite genre to read is romantic suspense and she also loves writing it. However, if she had to choose a setting to live in it would have to be with her faeries in the Land of the Fae.

L.P. Dover is represented by Marisa Corvisiero of Corvisiero Literary Agency.

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Blog Tour - Gloves Off Series by L.P. Dover

Series: Gloves Off

Author: L.P. Dover

Genre: Adult, Contemporary Sports Romance

#1 Tyler's Undoing

She was what he wanted … but she was also his undoing.

Through mutual understanding, Tyler’s secret affair with Gabriella Reynolds has come to an end. It was a decision that not only saved their friendship, but it was one that would change Tyler Rushing’s life forever.

For the past couple of years, Tyler was known as being one of the UFC’s most memorable and sexy heavyweight fighters. Now he has the chance to win the title and claim the fame he so deserves. Having all the women he wanted was the highlight of his days; at least until Kacey Andrews walked through the door of his gym. He couldn’t keep his eyes off of her; there was an innocence about her that sparked his interest and he wasn’t going to give up until he had her. Little did he know that Kacey Andrews wasn’t a stranger … she was part of his world; he just didn’t know it. It was a secret she’d worked hard to keep hidden.

Kacey spent years trying to get away from the fighting world, away from the man who was hated among the MMA elite … her brother, Kyle Andrews. Unfortunately, she was brought back into it when Tyler’s relentless battle for her heart won her over, drawing her in. The only problem is that secrets never stay buried forever. In the end, Tyler will have a decision to make, and it’s one that could possibly destroy his and Kacey’s life … forever.

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I loved Paxon's Promise, but OH EM GEE did I absolutely LOVED Tyler's Undoing!!! It completely captured my attention and it was hard to pull myself away from it. It was just amazing and it's definitely my favorite and I can't imagine another book in the series taking its place, but I'm excited to find out!

Can I just say that Tyler Rushing is HOT! Like panty-melting-shiver-worthy-with-major-swooning-going-on HOT! Tyler is a total alpha: he's strong, possessive, protective, and man does he have whole growling thing going on. OMG ladies, *fans self* you are definitely going to need to change your panties for this one! What makes him even more sexy though is how sweet, gentle, and patient he can be--plus he's got a great sense of humor! I just totally fell in love with Tyler; he's the man!

I loved Kacey too! She was an awesome heroine and very real. She's kind and caring, but she also doesn't take any crap. Kacey is just a good person and she's perfect for Tyler and vice versa.

Tyler's Undoing is funny, a little heartbreaking, super steamy, and it's a great love story! It will get your blood pumping and your heart racing. It made me yell and laugh and smile and ache and sigh. It was utterly fantastic and I wholeheartedly loved it!

Tyler's Undoing is a standalone told from Kacey and Tyler's POV with a HEA ending.

~ Review by Paige

#2 Ryley's Revenge

UFC Middleweight fighter, Ryley Jameson, swore it would never happen again. He was done with his ex, and over the pain she’d inflicted when she left him. At least, that’s what he tells people. Maybe if he says it enough, he’ll begin to believe it himself.

Regretting her decision to let Ryley go, Ashleigh Warren comes back into town and confronts him. Holding only one secret back, she puts the rest on the line and asks for a second chance. Too bad he’s not going to let her off easy.

Camden Jameson loves his twin brother, but his jealousy runs deep. They may be identical in looks, but that’s where the similarities end. When Ashleigh comes back into Ryley’s life, Camden has the perfect opportunity for revenge. Two birds, one stone. A journey to the Dark Side affects them all, but only one will truly get their revenge. Only one will come out on top.

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Man, I am really digging this fighter series!! Seriously, what's not to love? It's filled with SMOKIN' HOT alpha men, strong, kicka*s females, extremely steamy times, danger, and HOT fighter men! I know I said that twice, but it can't be denied! I also can't deny how much I loved Ryley's Revenge either! Tyler's Undoing is still my favorite, but it was a close one! 

I think you already know I loved Ryley, so I won't say it, but I will say that he was an awesomely awesome hero! Sure, he's kind of a jerk in the beginning and I maybe wanted to smack him for that, but he straightened up pretty quick and I couldn't stay mad at the guy, especially because I could see a little of where he was coming from. Ryley is just so great with Ashleigh; you can tell you much he loves her and cares about her. He's sweet and gentle, but he's also dominant and possessive too. Trust me; you'll be melting for him! 

Ashleigh was a great heroine and once she decided that she wasn't going to let anything hold her back from being with Ryley, even him, she really fought for him and I really had to respect her for that. She's strong, determined, and stubborn, but she's also such a nice, great girl. I really enjoyed her as the heroine! 

Ryley's Revenge is more angsty than the first book, but not so much that you won't have fun reading it most of the time. It's a fantastic book and one of the things that I loved about it is that I was so sucked in that I didn't think about what I was going to rate it, I was just able to focus on the story which was great. I very much loved this book and I can't wait to read more of this series!!

Ryley's Revenge is a standalone, it's told from Ryley and Ashleigh's POV, and they do get their HEA.

~ Review by Paige

#3 Paxton's Promise

She hates him, yet she can’t get him out of her mind.

Female Bantamweight fighter, Gabriella Reynolds, has a bad habit of falling for forbidden fighters. Enter Paxton Emerson. He’s tall, tattooed, and the current UFC Light Heavyweight Champion. Everyone wants a piece of him, and he only has eyes for her. Through no choice of her own, she’s fallen in his debt and he’s now demanding payment. Too bad it doesn’t involve currency. Gabby’s decision to fulfill her promise to him ultimately brings out her true feelings, but also spurs the unwanted attention of another.

Rage’s fixation on his newest obsession reaches dangerous levels. Unfortunately, Paxton Emerson has become a roadblock to his end goal and needs to be removed from the equation—by any means necessary.

Gabby will do anything to save Pax, but what happens when she’s the one who needs saving?

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I loved reading Paxton's Promise! It was a fast, easy read full of passion, steaminess, and danger. The deeper you go into the story, the more it sucks you in, and you don't want to stop reading until you finish. It is an awesome book and I just loved it! 

 

Paxton is one hot alpha male! He's so strong, determined, and possessive. He knows that he wants Gabby and he's not going to stop until she's his. Pax is very protective, sweet, and romantic, but he's still a growler. I love that and him!

Paxton's Promise may not be the longest book ever or the most complicated, but it still has great values. Keeping promises and protecting those you love are very important themes and it's part of what makes this book so awesome.

I very much enjoyed this story. I loved the characters, the steaminess, and the danger. I would say I loved the mystery, but I figured out who the antagonist pretty quickly, so there wasn't any really, but I was cool with that. I just adored reading this and I absolutely cannot wait to read Camden's book.

Paxton's Promise is a standalone with a HEA. It is mostly told from Gabby's POV, but you do get to hear from Paxton occasionally too.

 

~ Review by Paige

#4 Camden's Redemption

For so long, UFC Middleweight fighter, Camden Jameson lived in his twin brother’s shadow, competing to be the best. When he lost his way, he turned to the Dark Side and did some unforgiveable things. After his betrayal, he tried to earn his redemption, but it wasn’t enough. Now his whole world has fallen apart and he’s on the run from those who want him dead. But he’s not alone.

Undercover agent, Brooklyn Avery, has been assigned to Camden’s case, to watch and protect him. For months, she’s been in the shadows, keeping her distance. All of that changes when the mission takes a dangerous turn and she needs to get closer to protect him. Their love is forbidden, but once they see past each other’s scars, they realize they have what it takes to heal the other. Unfortunately, Camden still has a price to pay for his sins.

Lives will be lost, some will be damaged, and a dark, hidden secret will be revealed. In the end, Camden finally learns what it means to put everything on the line for love, even if it costs him.

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I swear this series just keeps getting better and making me love it more with each book! They have all been wonderful and Camden's Redemption is no different! It was totally the bomb and I freaking LOVED it!!!

I was really excited when I learned Camden was going to get his own story. Even though I read Ryley's Revenge where he's all psycho crazy, after I read Paxton's Promise, where he's trying to be a better guy, I still wanted to see him be happy and become a great guy. I never thought about not giving him a chance and it might sound crazy, but hey, what can I say? I have thing for messed up, damaged, broody bad boys. Camden really turns out to be a wonderful hero and I loved him! It doesn't hurt that he's hot, possessive, and totally sweet either! 

Brooklyn--now that girl can kick some major butt! She's tough-as-nails, stubborn, brave, and fierce. She's absolutely perfect for Camden because she challenges him and is strong enough to take him on. I think they might just be my favorite couple now! 

Camden's Redemption made my heart hurt, gave me that sharp burning sensation in my nose from trying to hold back tears, but it also made me laugh and smile a lot too. It had some steamy moments, sad ones, and downright sweet-nose-burning-heart-melting moments. It was an amazing book and I never wanted to stop reading it, I loved it so much! I also can't wait to read Kyle's Return although it's going to be bittersweet because I'm going to miss all these fighters--the men and the women!! 

Camden's Redemption is a standalone, it's told from Camden and Brooklyn's POV and I loved their HEA ending!

~ Review by Paige

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author, L.P. Dover, is a southern belle residing in North Carolina along with her husband and two beautiful girls. Before she even began her literary journey she worked in Periodontics enjoying the wonderment of dental surgeries.

Not only does she love to write, but she loves to play tennis, go on mountain hikes, white water rafting, and you can't forget the passion for singing. Her two number one fans expect a concert each and every night before bedtime and those songs usually consist of Christmas carols.

Aside from being a wife and mother, L.P. Dover has written over fifteen novels including her Forever Fae series, the Second Chances series, the Gloves Off series, and her standalone novel, Love, Lies, and Deception. Her favorite genre to read is romantic suspense and she also loves writing it. However, if she had to choose a setting to live in it would have to be with her faeries in the Land of the Fae.

L.P. Dover is represented by Marisa Corvisiero of Corvisiero Literary Agency.

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Blog Tour - A Fighter's Desire by L.P. Dover

 

Title: A Fighter's Desire

Author: L.P. Dover

Series: Gloves Off #1

Release Date: July 25, 2014

 

Two is always better than one.
 

Knowing a fighter’s desires and needs are one thing, but actually experiencing them is another. A Fighter’s Desire gives you not one, but two stories full of hardcore passion, angst, and action that’ll leave you breathless and aching for more.
 

Part One: Ryley and Camden Jameson, well-known MMA fighters and identical twins, were just as aggressive and passionate in the bed as they were in the ring. They loved a good fight, and that’s exactly what they got when they met Ashleigh Warren. The brothers had a habit of sharing things—including women—and she happened to be the only one they truly craved. However, the problem was getting her to agree to their proposition. It was one she couldn’t refuse, but she knew it wouldn’t be easy to win. Nonetheless, she sure as hell was going to enjoy it.
 

Part Two: Fighting temptation isn’t easy when you’re constantly around the one person you’ve desired more than any other. Gabriella Reynolds was warned by her brother, MMA Heavyweight Champion Matt Reynolds, to stay away from his friends; they only wanted one thing, and in the end they’d break her heart. She heard it, but the desire to have the one man she couldn’t led her down the forbidden path to pursue him; he also happens to be one of her brother’s best friends. Tyler Rushing can’t deny his attraction to her, and he’s afraid she’ll want more than what he can give her. When he finds out that’s not the case … everything changes. They have no choice but to keep their time a secret, and it’s a secret that’ll stay with them forever.

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When I read the blurb for this book I was very intrigued and it seemed like a book that I would like.  It didn't take me very long to read the book and I couldn't put it down. With that being said, I didn't love this book. The endings in each part just didn't do it for me and is the reason I'm only giving it 4 stars.

In part 1 you meet Ashleigh, Ryley, and Camden. Camden and Ryley are twins and MMA fighters. They are known for having one girl at the same time. One night they decide that they both want Ashleigh. Ashleigh doesn't want to be just like every other girl they've had, so they give her a special proposal. Does she except their proposal? You will have to read and find out. 

In part 2 you meet Gabriella and Tyler. Gabriella's brother is a MMA fighter and has made her off limits to all the other fighters. Tyler is an MMA fighter also. Gabriella has wanted Tyler for awhile, but Tyler holds back because of her brother. Will they finally get together despite what Gabriella's brother says?

I can't wait to read more books in this series. It would be nice to find out more about the characters and see more of a conclusion for them.

~ Review by Leah

Hot MMA fighters? Twin alpha MMA fighters? I couldn’t not read this book. While I greatly enjoyed A Fighter’s Desire, I was left wanting more and a bit confused. This book was broken up into two parts. Part one focused on Ashleigh with the twins Ryley and Camden. Part two focused on Tyler and Gabriella. Both parts overlapped as Ashleigh and Gabby were roommates and friends and all the males were MMA fighters.

Part 1 – Ashleigh and the Twins

I really loved the first part of the book. Ashleigh was a tough girl who wanted to be different than all the other women the twins shared. They offered her a proposal that she couldn’t turn down. I loved learning the differences between the twins and fell in love with Ryley.  But I was really upset with the ending. I assumed it would change in part 2, however that didn’t happen.

“We’re not in the ring tonight, baby. Tonight we aren’t fighting for money…we’re fighting for you. There are no rules.”

Part 2 – Gabby and Tyler

Gabby has been around fighters her entire life since her brother was the heavyweight champion. However, she was off limits to all the fighters, even the ones she wanted.  Finally deciding to make a move on the one she wants, Tyler, she learns her attraction is reciprocated. They allow themselves one weekend in Vegas together.

“I’ve wanted you for so long, prolonging it by making me chase you will only make things worse. I haven’t been able to think of anything else.”

Overall, this book was enjoyable. It had hot, steamy scenes with alpha males and good friendships. There was a lot of character development and I enjoyed getting to know them all. But I would have enjoyed it more if it was only one part with the entire story at once. Obviously there will be more in this series and I will read it because I need answers.

~ Review by Tiffany

 

 

USA Today Bestselling author, L.P. Dover, is a southern belle residing in North Carolina along with her husband and two beautiful girls. Before she even began her literary journey she worked in Periodontics enjoying the wonderment of dental surgeries. 

Not only does she love to write, but she loves to play tennis, go on mountain hikes, white water rafting, and you can’t forget the passion for singing. Her two number one fans expect a concert each and every night before bedtime and those songs usually consist of Christmas carols. 

Aside from being a wife and mother, L.P. Dover has written over nine novels including her Forever Fae series, the Second Chances series, and her standalone novel, Love, Lies, and Deception. Her favorite genre to read is romantic suspense and she also loves writing it. However, if she had to choose a setting to live in it would have to be with her faeries in the Land of the Fae. 

 

 

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