Filthy Rich by Raine Miller Series: Blackstone Dynasty, #1
Published by Montlake Romance Publication Date: November 15th 2016
Pages: 304
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Billionaire Caleb Blackstone lives in the glamorous world of wealth and success, with every material luxury. But the moment he sees Brooke Casterley, none of that matters. Caleb is filled with a raw, undeniable need that he can’t ignore…for a girl who is so completely different from everything and everyone he’s ever known.
Only Brooke isn’t looking for love. She knows all too well just how much damage the wrong guy can do. Still, what sane, broke British girl can resist the charms of an incredibly sexy, chivalrous billionaire? What starts as flirtation quickly turns into all-consuming passion. Nothing could have prepared her for the searing heat of Caleb’s touch—or just how much she craves him.
Their whirlwind romance is the stuff of high-society fantasy—but for every moment of pleasure, there is a cost. Past mistakes and tragedy shadow them both…and falling for him might be the kind of trouble she can’t afford.
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This is the first book in the Blackstone Dynasty series and each book is a standalone, although the characters are interconnected. I like the author’s voice and the feel of this story. The characters are unforgettable and have explosive chemistry and it has an engaging storyline. The story is told from alternating POVs, so it is easy to understand what both characters are feeling.
This is a satisfying and emotional story about Brooke a twenty-three year old woman who has survived a relationship that has left her an emotional wreck. All Brooke wants is a uneventful, peaceful life but once she meets Caleb, her life is never the same. Celeb blasts into her life, after a chance meeting and everything changes. Caleb finds himself immediately drawn to Brooke and senses her sadness and wants to help her overcome it. He is astounded by his strong feeling for her and quickly tries to convince her to spend time with him. Brooke is cautious but also can’t help her attraction to Caleb. She is afraid to let her guard down and worries there are too many differences in them. Caleb is eight years older than Brooke and very wealthy. Brooke wants a simple life and he leads a glamorous life and lives under a spotlight. I love how Caleb is so sweet, caring and sensitive to Brooke’s needs. Sadly, there are outside forces that continually challenge their relationship.
Brooke is an interior designer working in Boston. She is young and sweet but was married to an abusive husband and it has left her empty and suspicious of any man’s motives. She is unaffected and natural; what you see is what you get and she doesn’t expect anything from Caleb. Caleb finds Brooke refreshing. He is protective and caring of her. He wants to make her life easier and he wants her in his life on any terms. He is willing to take things slow or do whatever it takes to win her. Caleb is man used to getting his way and having women falling at his feet. He needs to be in control and always gets what he wants. Brooke is a game changer. She is like no woman he has ever known and he is willing to do whatever it takes to win her. He is protective, controlling and cares for Brooke so much.
