ARC Review: ‘My Enemy My Obsession’ by Lisa Renee Jones
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My Enemy, My Obsession
by Lisa Renee JonesSeries: Dalton Family #1
Published by Julie Patra Publishing on October 24, 2024
SubGenres: Contemporary Romance
Format: eArc
Pages: 208
Source: the author
Audience: 18+/Adult
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I have plenty of reasons to dislike the hard-edged, ridiculously good-looking, arrogant Ethan Dalton, who did my father wrong, and I’d do anything for the chance to tell the billionaire that and more to his face. So when I’m selected to attend Moore's Department Stores annual conference in Hawaii, with an invitation to submit my designs for their new fall line, the last person I expect to come toe-to-toe with is Ethan himself. I had no idea he was on the board, and despite the fact that he won’t know who I am, I’m in avoidance mode, and failing. I end up sitting several feet away from him, spellbound by how ridiculously hot he is, for an arrogant jerk, when he feels my stare, and I end up locked in his. I’m officially busted, the amusement in his eyes, is somehow charming, rather than infuriating, but when I have the chance to meet him, I run for the hills.
But not for long.
The next thing I know, he’s standing in front of me, in another chance encounter that becomes oh so intimate, and when he thinks my name is well, not my name, I don't correct him. Because once he knows who I am, we’re at war. And what happens that night is anything but war. It’s the most intense, incredible night of my life, but come morning, I do the only thing I can do. I sneak out before he figures out who I am. Besides, I’m saving myself an awkward goodbye.
Only running from the gorgeous, intense billionaire never seems to work, and I fail miserably again.
It’s not long before our paths and my future collide, and my little bedtime lie is not so little anymore and threatens all that I love. And the only way to save myself, is to get down on my hands and knees and beg a man my father once called the devil himself.
Book one in the Dalton Family Trilogy
Whenever I’m in the mood for a billionaire romance featuring an alpha male character, I turn to Lisa Renee Jones. Her newest release, My Enemy, My Obsession, features exactly those things, plus more, but fair warning, this book does leave you with a cliffhanger. I know I’ll be counting down the days until the second book.
I enjoyed the first installment in the Dalton Family trilogy. It features a fast-paced, character-driven storyline told primarily from the heroine’s point of view, with only one chapter showcasing the hero’s perspective. I immediately liked Ethan Dalton for his honesty and upfront nature with Sophia, particularly regarding her future and what he believes is best for her.
I also appreciated his straightforwardness about their initial one-night stand, which evolves into something more when they reconnect in New York. Ethan admits right away that he typically isn’t obsessed with women, hinting at his past hurts, which Lisa Renee Jones touches on briefly in this book.
Sophia drove me a bit crazy at times, particularly when she lied to Ethan when they first met. She should have just been honest with him. Furthermore, she often jumps to conclusions without discussing things with Ethan, which becomes a recurring issue. She has trust issues, largely stemming from her father’s warnings about Ethan and her own insecurities. I hope to like her character a little bit more in the next book.
There was some repetition in the storyline, but I was so invested in the relationship between Sophia and Ethan that I could overlook it.
I do wish the ending hadn’t felt rushed, but I understand that Lisa Renee Jones is setting the stage for the next book and wants to leave us hanging with that intense cliffhanger.
I’m hoping I don’t have to wait too long for the second book because I need to know what happens next. Overall, I give this book 3.5 stars and look forward to reading more in this trilogy.
Single/Dual POV: Single POV in First Person (mainly FMC character), and one chapter has the MMC’s POV, but it’s short.
Standalone or Part of Series: It’s the first book in the Dalton Family Trilogy and needs to be read in order.
Would I recommend this book? Yes, I would recommend this book if you enjoy Billionaire Romances with an Alpha Hero.
What to Expect:
✓Billionaire Romance
✓Enemies to Lovers
✓One Night Stand
✓Alpha MMC
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About Lisa Renee Jones
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Lisa Renee Jones writes dark, edgy fiction including the highly acclaimed INSIDE OUT series and the upcoming, crime thriller The Poet. Suzanne Todd (producer of Alice in Wonderland and Bad Mom's) on the INSIDE OUT series: Lisa has created a beautiful, complicated, and sensual world that is filled with intrigue and suspense.
Prior to publishing Lisa owned a multi-state staffing agency that was recognized many times by The Austin Business Journal and also praised by the Dallas Women’s Magazine. In 1998 Lisa was listed as the #7 growing women owned business in Entrepreneur Magazine. She lives in Colorado with her husband, a cat that talks too much, and a Golden Retriever who is afraid of trash bags.
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