When this book starts you think it will be gritty and smutty, but no it isnt. There are a few “cases” discussed and some strange behavior, but nothing totally x rated. Just like any other political setting, a madam has dirt & political dirty tricks at her disposal. They are all connected. Yeah kind of sick right? Anyways, the main, a DC Madam Faith Crawley is contacted by her former client, Senator William Drummond. Right off the bat you know the dialogue is there, but you are not able to read between the lines. The plot is good as well as the history discussed.  Faith is in some financial trouble so no bedroom tricks for her, she goes political dirty trick. The saying that money is at the root of all evil is true.

At times the Faith character shows you a side of business and at other times she shows she is a broken woman. The book explores politics, the madam angle and how secretive people can be. The truth does come out in the end.

Very good read!

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Former gemology teacher Caryn DeVincenti, who writes under the pen name Dana Ross, left all things shiny to become a full-time novelist. Her articles on love, divorce, and relationships have appeared on DivorcedMoms.com and The Good Men Project. When not writing, Caryn enjoys dancing to loud 80s music, obsessing over social media, and playing with her insane Cairn terrier. Her first novel: Full Girlfriend Experience, was released through The Wild Rose Press on February 18, 2019. Learn more at https://danarossauthor.com

OH gosh what can I say that will not spoil anything? I dont know honestly. One of the shelf category on the GR main page says transgender, which got me annoyed, not that you cant see something coming. Moving on the characters have so much going on. Cole is the father that seemingly messed everything he touched up. Erin is a deep character that had a lot, almost too much, inner dialogue. Brenna, I would say is the main character, but not time wise in the book, I think Sam got more writing time.

Overall it is pretty deep. I liked the dark parts. Brenna’s ordeal was quite accurate. The police investigation, the courts and turmoil was pretty vivid. People doing their own thing within the confines of the same sad four walls. I want to say something that I didnt like, and that was Sam playing his online game. It was all in character and simulated acting in an online game. It wasnt necessary in my opinion. It could be I am too old to get into that type of video role playing.

Overall a solid read. I enjoyed it, but I think it is a matter of preference. It may not appeal to some people and that is ok as long as you recognize the writing and depth of characters.

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When DC Madam Faith Crawley receives a call from former client, Senator William Drummond, it’s the answer to her prayers. The money the dirty politician offers her to smear his rival Finn Billings will save Faith’s business, her lifestyle, and her girls.

Raised in the shadow of a political magnate, Finn Billings has the credentials to get the job done, but he lacks confidence and wonders if politics is truly the life he desires.
Using the façade of her front business, a PR firm, Faith turns Finn into a political powerhouse while obtaining the evidence Drummond needs to destroy Finn’s political chances. But Faith didn’t plan on falling in love with her mark.

Now she has the toughest decision ever—give the sleazy senator incriminating photos of Finn to save her business or give up everything for the sake of love.

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Former gemology teacher Caryn DeVincenti, who writes under the pen name Dana Ross, left all things shiny to become a full-time novelist. Her articles on love, divorce, and relationships have appeared on DivorcedMoms.com and The Good Men Project. When not writing, Caryn enjoys dancing to loud 80s music, obsessing over social media, and playing with her insane Cairn terrier. Her first novel: Full Girlfriend Experience, was released through The Wild Rose Press on February 18, 2019. Learn more at https://danarossauthor.com

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Before I say anything, know I love Ginger and all her work. My fave book is still Blindness and the whole Waiting on the Sidelines series. I feel love for!!

The style is always similar and there is always at least one huge twist. This book started out so slow. You really get the character of Lily and feel for her situation. Her parents were killed and she is sent to stay with her only cousin Alice. The part of Alice that is overlooked is her mental state. She is nuts! and not at all loving. I adored her husband Collin because he was genuine and in the end was the only champion for Lily.

This book is set in Chicago (Cubs, just saying there is some snow in here too) and in a high school setting. Lily goes with her cousin for an interview and meets Henry and his adopted Mother. She is a big rich, wealthy and powerful B*tch Enough said. Henry is complex, moody and somehow shows he is generous with his credit card.

Lily sees this piano in Elena’s home and shows interest. Believe me it is shocking that Elena offers to teach her. What is more shocking is that Lily is great. I mean she starts off with FIRE. She learns fast and becomes scholarship material.

Please read this book! I dragged it out, because there are NBA playoffs. Last night I wanted to leave it at 80% and then I just couldn’t do it. The last 20% of this book had me shaking my head a few times. WOW mini mind blowing scenes, I tell you this is where the angst arrives.

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