Chaser

this was pretty boring and blah but i'm honestly just waiting for rose and patrick's story. it bummed me out that they were barely in this book at all. oh well.

This review was originally posted on Latte Nights Reviews. Even though I didn't enjoy With a Twist as much as I had hoped, I still gave the rest of the books in this series a chance and YES YES YES! Can you tell I'm happy I gave this a chance? If not, maybe you should read those three big yeses ;) When I read With a Twist, I knew I needed Cooper's story (Chaser) and Patrick's story (Last Call) so that's my reason for not giving up. Cooper is the player of the trio and the one I really wanted to read about. I needed to know how this player would fall for his best friend's sister Maggie. They made a deal: a relationship that would be strictly physical, no feelings involved and it would only last for a few weeks. After those weeks ended, they would go their separate ways. He was like a snake charmer—when he looked at me like that, like he could see me, I swear I'd do whatever he asked. Six months ago, on the day of her wedding, Maggie found her fiance cheating on her. Now, all she wants is to focus on herself while having on the side. Maggie was a very fun character! Despite her insecurities on what to do with her life now that she had moved to New York, she was a strong character from the beginning. She was always smiling, ready to be there for anyone who needed it. She was so loyal to her friends. Cooper is a notorious player who's kind of rich and very famous. His life is always on the tabloids so getting to keep this "relationship" with Maggie a secret, felt really good for him. He slowly started to notice that his life was a huge void and he thought it was about time he got serious over something—or rather, someone. I wanted to show her everything, give her everything. I wanted to prove to her that what I said was true. I wanted her to believe me, believe in me. Along the way, Maggie proved she needed to find herself for real and close a chapter in her life she didn't even know she had to. She was mature and off she went to figure out what she really wanted. What I liked about this was that she didn't exactly change. She was still fun Maggie, but this time she was happier than ever. In all my life, I'd never seen anything so beautiful, not standing in the Blue Mosque or the Taj Mahal. Not in the streets of Rome or canals of Venice. Making you smile gives me life. Making you laugh gives me hope. Making you happy is all I want, other than to keep you. Overall, this was a New Adult that I really liked. I didn't like a few things, like some decisions that were made, but my reading experience was really good and the author's writing improved a lot from the previous book, which made it easy for me to enjoy this story even more.This review was originally posted on Latte Nights Reviews.

Eh. I kept expecting a big conflict, or major plot point, but the tension was just about the "rules" and a protective brother. Not enough to really stay interested.

Maggie and Cooper. Southern girl meets socialite playboy slash secret nerd.

Also posted at Booklovers For Life 4.5 STARS I’d been eagerly awaiting Staci Hart’s Chaser after absolutely adoring With a Twist (a fantastic friends-to-lovers book – my review here), and I’m glad to say that it didn’t disappoint! It’s possible that I might love Chaser even MORE than With a Twist, all because of one gorgeous man named Cooper. Cooper Moore, and all his yummy, nerdy goodness, has stolen my heart, and I don’t ever want it back. I honestly didn’t think I’d be able to love him more than West from With a Twist but, well, I do. I so freaking do. Cooper and Maggie’s book is another stunning read from Staci Hart, full of warmth, humor, and heart. Those who love their romances well-written with an incredible cast of characters, this book – and series – is for you. “I’ve been around the world, and I thought I’d seen everything it had to offer until that night, until I saw you. In all my life, I’ve never seen anything so beautiful, not standing in the Blue Mosque or the Taj Mahal. Not in the streets of rome or canals of Venice. Making you smile gives me life. Making you laugh gives me hope. Making you happy is all I want, other than to keep you.” Maggie just recently moved to New York after finding her fiancé cheating on her the day of their wedding. NY is where her brother, West, is… and also his best friend, Cooper Moore. Cooper is the ultimate playboy – he’s hot, rich, famous, fun, so why shouldn’t Maggie have a no-strings attached sexual relationship with him to get her to forget her troubles? So for a few weeks, the two are involved in a secret relationship, with rules to keep feelings off the table. But in between the shared laughs, furtive glances, and fiery chemistry, Maggie and Cooper start to fall for each other. But with a relationship built on secrets, is it possible to make it work? She had changed me on the molecular level, and she had no idea. So I kind of hardcore adored this book. Okay, not kind of – I totally adored this gorgeous romance. It’s a little slow-paced in the first half of the book, but it picks up quickly after that. The writing is on-point, the characters feel so real, the romance is as sweet as it is passionate. Chaser almost read like a fairytale, it’s so dreamy and romantic. What surprised me though, was the amount of depth of Cooper and Maggie’s characters. Maggie is still lost after being betrayed by a man she loved for years, and Cooper is in this sort of stagnant state in his life. Staci Hart delves deep into their characters, making them face their wants and desires, not just for each other, but out of life. I LOVED that Maggie and Cooper are so multidimensional, because they become all the more real and relatable. Purpose. A reason. A spark to light up my gray life, make me want more. Was it her? … And when I thought back over the past few weeks, I realized that she wasn’t a spark. She was a wildfire. God, Cooper. When this man falls, he falls so. hard. I’m such a sucker for heroes who do a complete 180 from their playboy ways once they realize how in love with the heroine they are, and Cooper could not be more perfect. All his actions and words are so filled with love for Maggie… AH!!! My heart nearly couldn’t take the level of devotion Cooper has for Maggie. “Maggie is a singular event in my life. I want her. Forever.” Staci Hart is quickly becoming a favorite author of mine. Her Bad Habits series is so well-developed, with great writing and a brilliant cast of characters. Reading about Maggie and Cooper, Lily and West, and Rose and Tricky truly feels like catching up with old friends. And ohmygod, Tricky!!!! Goddamn, I want this man’s book bad. I have a feeling Patrick and Rose’s book is going to be the best of the series. Overall, Chaser was a joy to read. I was swept away by Maggie and Cooper’s stunning romance, and I honestly can’t wait for more from the series. I’m seriously addicted to these characters that Staci Hart has created, and I nearly wish that their stories would never end. RELEASE DATE: OCT. 15, 2015 Quotes are taken from the ARC and are subject to change in the final version. Thanks to the author for generously providing me an ARC to review. Amazon Ebook: http://amzn.to/1L2G7zr Liked this review? Subscribe to Booklovers For Life for more!

This review was originally posted on Latte Nights Reviews. Even though I didn't enjoy  With a Twist as much as I had hoped, I still gave the rest of the books in this series a chance and YES YES YES! Can you tell I'm happy I gave this a chance? If not, maybe you should read those three big yeses ;) When I read  With a Twist , I knew I needed Cooper's story ( Chaser ) and Patrick's story ( Last Call ) so that's my reason for not giving up. Cooper is the player of the trio and the one I really wanted to read about. I needed to know how this player would fall for his best friend's sister Maggie. They made a deal: a relationship that would be strictly physical, no feelings involved and it would only last for a few weeks. After those weeks ended, they would go their separate ways. He was like a snake charmer—when he looked at me like that, like he could see me, I swear I'd do whatever he asked. Six months ago, on the day of her wedding, Maggie found her fiance cheating on her. Now, all she wants is to focus on herself while having on the side. Maggie was a very fun character! Despite her insecurities on what to do with her life now that she had moved to New York, she was a strong character from the beginning. She was always smiling, ready to be there for anyone who needed it. She was so loyal to her friends. Cooper is a notorious player who's kind of rich and very famous. His life is always on the tabloids so getting to keep this "relationship" with Maggie a secret, felt really good for him. He slowly started to notice that his life was a huge void and he thought it was about time he got serious over something—or rather, someone. I wanted to show her everything, give her everything. I wanted to prove to her that what I said was true. I wanted her to believe me, believe in me. Along the way, Maggie proved she needed to find herself for real and close a chapter in her life she didn't even know she had to. She was mature and off she went to figure out what she really wanted. What I liked about this was that she didn't exactly change. She was still fun Maggie, but this time she was happier than ever. In all my life, I'd never seen anything so beautiful, not standing in the Blue Mosque or the Taj Mahal. Not in the streets of Rome or canals of Venice. Making you smile gives me life. Making you laugh gives me hope. Making you happy is all I want, other than to keep you. Overall, this was a New Adult that I really liked. I didn't like a few things, like some decisions that were made, but my reading experience was really good and the author's writing improved a lot from the previous book, which made it easy for me to enjoy this story even more.This review was originally posted on Latte Nights Reviews.