All Jacked Up (All Jacked Up Series Book 1)

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I loved the plot, I loved the characters, and I love the way it all turned out. The relationship between Keely and Jack was an amazing thing to read about. To see them going from hating each other to friends and lovers to being in love was quite an amazing transformation. It was great to see the way they worked together, the way they helped each other and I don't even know where to start with this one. It was great to see the way they worked together, the way they helped each other and genuinely cared for each other. Also, it was great to see Jack and Keely go from being two separate people to one, united being, a couple who missed each other during the shortest time apart.

Individually, I also loved Jack and Keely. I've loved Keely since the first book of the series and have been waiting in eager anticipation for her story to come along. She has always been independent, free-spirited, and strong while also being loving, caring, and giving. She's sassy and smart yet not at all annoying. So this book just made me love her even more, and I loved seeing all the different sides to Keely, not just the ones that her brothers and cousins saw.

There are so many facets to her that it was interesting to see them all, especially the vulnerable side. Keely seems so larger than life, so confident in herself and her abilities that one would think she never had a vulnerable, self-conscious moment.

Jack is the same way. Every time we've seen him so far, Jack has been Carter's illustrious, aloof best friend and the man that Keely hates. But with this book we also get to see Jack's vulnerable side. We get to see him being confident but also nervous, laying his heart on the line. It was great to watch him go from a man who thought he had the world in his hands, who could get anything he wanted, to a man who was prepared to beg for the woman he loved, a man who was willing to do anything to keep her.

And when they both admitted that they'd had feelings for each other since Keely was sixteen? There were of course some sad parts. First being when Keely and Jack separated for three weeks and she told him not to call. I'm pretty sure my heart broke. Then when he came back and they had that explosive fight about the job he lost and Keely threw the engagement ring at him.

Then when all the McKay brothers came to take their While I certainly admired the fact that they were defending their sister, it made me frustrated to read about it because I just wanted Jack to get to Keely right now so they could make up! Oh, and don't even get me started on that bitch Martine I have to say, though, I loved, loved that Jack called Carson to help him after he screwed up with Keely and that Carson chewed out all the McKay boys for what they did to Jack before he got a chance to talk to Keely.

Oh Carson, you adorable man! Like I said, this was a great book and I'm kind of sad that it's ended. However, I rest assured because I know that there is more Jack and Keely to come in a small novella called Slow Ride that Lorelei James wrote about their wedding reception.

View all 10 comments. Favorite book of the series! Keely McKay has hated this stuffy businessman since her brother befriended him eons ago Jack aka Jack-off Donahue. She dated his brother years ago and Jack's the reason Justin dumped her. She can't be in the same room as Jack without spewing insults at him And the feelings are mutual aren't they? When Keely buys a rundown building to open as her new physical therapy clinic, she finds out it has to be approved by a restoration specialist Favorite book of the series! When Keely buys a rundown building to open as her new physical therapy clinic, she finds out it has to be approved by a restoration specialist through every phase of the process.

He's equally unimpressed she's his new job to oversee What's in it for him? He's got a proposition for Keely. If he shows this firm he's the family man they aim to find, he's got the job of his lifetime! But will Keely agree to lie to everyone she knows just to get the building and career she's always dreamed about off the ground? They can't stand to be within breathing distance of each other, how can they pull off an engagement?

I loved this story. These two have a long history in the previous books of hatred for each other. Their banter is comical.

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He's as stuffy, uptight as she is a mouthy cowgirl with her skintight jeans and shitkicker boots. They're like fire and ice. And it's awesome when those two come together! Their energy fighting is quickly spent in other, more fun activities. This book has more back and forth angsty stuff than the erotica found in the other books in Rough Riders. Some of the other books where really heavy on the sex Their obvious differences attracting each other was off the hook combustible when they did come together.

This book had all of the past book's characters in it Cord, Colt, Carter, Cam, and Colby each individually threatening to gut Jack if he hurt their baby sister. It was so sweet But can a wild child cowgirl get lassoed by the uptight, rich, uber hot businessman?

Oct 27, Stephanie rated it it was amazing Shelves: I loved this chapter in the colorful McKay family. Even though I was a bit disappointed how "hickish" Keely seemed to be in her own story when in all of the other books she always seemed a bit more refined then the rest of the clan. This was only minor for me, and really didn't take anything away from this fantastic story between Sexy as heck Jack and Keely. I loved the interaction between these two right up until the end when Jack finally realizes what he has known all along. He has always want I loved this chapter in the colorful McKay family.

He has always wanted a firecracker like Keely in his life. Not only wanted, but needed her! Some who have read the book don't seem to like the mentioning the whole cast of characters, but I liked it. It made the story seem more real. I would like to see a little "soap opera" aging take place on all of the kids and for Ms. James to start another series. Of course I am going to need another family tree. View all 9 comments. Nov 14, Booklover rated it it was amazing.

What can I say I am a cowboy romance hero convert thanks to her Rough Rider series. I love his drive for success despite his ill conceived intentions. Even if I am already waaaay older than she is supposed to be. She is who she is and does not make apologies for her life or how she chooses to lead it.

And lead it she has. We have had glimpses of her character in most of the Rough Rider books. She works to live and her work is her passion. I loved that the sparks flew, despite the obvious attraction because both had fallen into a pattern of baiting bad behavior from each other.

And unlike a lot of contemporary romances where the heat level is high, the evolution of their relationship is not based solely on sex. For me, this was a perfect romance read. It had everything that I love about a romance no matter the genre. There is not one thing that I wish were different…. I hated for it to end. I was left basking in the glow of a reader high…a romance euphoria if you will. I hated to start another book. I knew I was going to loose that joy of just having completed reading a fantastic story.

It would be inevitable that the next book couldn't possibly live up to my experiences while reading All Jacked Up. So what was my solution to this dilemma you might ask? I read a different book by Lorelei James that I had not read yet: A Blacktop Cowboys Novel, which I happen to already have on pre-order at Amazon because I am just that impatient to get my booklover hands on it! All Jacked Up is one of my favorite reads of the year.

All Jacked Up (Rough Riders #8) by Lorelei James

Nov 04, Jane Stewart rated it really liked it Shelves: The purpose is erotic sex. And the story is pretty good. Keely grew up on a ranch in Wyoming. She wears cowboy clothes, spends time with her horse, drives a pick-up truck, drinks beer, and is in a dart throwing league. She is a physical therapist who recently bought a building. She wants to rehab it and open a medical center.

Jack is the only one available in the area. Jack wants the job overseeing a large restoration project in Utah, but the owners have rigid morality issues. Now they have to act like they love each other and learn about each other. I loved their banter as they were getting to know each other. She calls him GQ. I was pleased when the author used a good reason to separate them later instead of inaccurate assumptions which are too frequently used.

The main purpose of course is sex, and those scenes are hot and frequent. They are explicit and include rear door activity. If I might suggest: Number of sex scenes: Approximate number of sex scene pages: Nov 14, Ridley rated it really liked it Shelves: I would argue it's James' strongest offering to date. Keely, looking to shed her wild child status, bought a derelict historic building she's looking to renovate and turn into a health clinic. Historic preservation rules require a certified restoration specialist to oversee the project, and Jack's the man for the job. Despite a history of antagonism between them, Jack agrees to take on the job, with a small caveat - that they get engaged.

Jack needs to play the part of a family man to get a large contract in conservative Utah, and Keely needs a restoration specialist. Thusly, a sham engagement is born, and hijinks ensue. All Jacked Up is a treat to read from start to finish. James builds sexual tension up slowly and stretches the emotional conflict to span the entire book. There are no superfluous sex scenes here like in some previous books. Each scene peels another layer of their defenses away, revealing the happy couple buried far beneath.

Each character maintains their personalities. They begin the book two hot heads and they end the book as hot heads. James avoided turning one or the other into an acquiescent limp rag. Instead, they continue to bicker, but the bickering changes in tone and the make up sex gets hotter as their attachment grows. These two are that couple you know who love to argue all the time, but are unequivocally devoted to each other, even if they'd never admit it out loud.

James has them work through their insecurities to get what they both want, but aren't brave enough to ask for. Anyone picking this up as a standalone would be dizzy trying to keep track of the secondary characters and their army of offspring, who truthfully add little to the story beyond fan service not that kind.

If James had focused on a smaller circle of her family and friends, rather than inundating the book with every relation she's created, it would have made for a much tighter narrative. All told, I found this to be the strongest book in the series. It was hot, funny and a bit emotional. Keely, the youngest child and only girl in the McKay family, is all grown up and working towards making her dreams come true.

The only thing is that her siblings and parents still see her as the baby so she keeps them all in the dark about her business plans. The help she needs comes from Jack, the best friend of one of her brothers. Oh, and Keely and Jack can't stand each other! Jack decides he needs something from Keely too. What transpires is a great hate-turned-to-love story! When I recently re-read this book I guess I came at it from a different perspective than in my previous reads because I feel in love with Jack even more than I had in the past.

Book 8 of the series is about the two most stubborn people on the planet, Keely McKay and Jack Donahue. I love their smart-assed remarks and their references to "The Princess Bride", one of my favorite movies. And of course the steamy romantic scenes. I laugh every time I envision Keely's 5 brothers taking up for her with Jack. Carson is a wise and loving Daddy. I am jealous of the father-daughter relationship between Carson and Keely.

I'm so enjoying the Rough Riders series of books. And the story is pretty good. Keely grew up on a ranch in Wyoming. She wears cowboy clothes, spends time with her horse, drives a pick-up truck, drinks beer, and is in a dart throwing league. She is a physical therapist who recently bought a building. She wants to rehab it and open a medical center. Because it's a historic landmark, she is required to hire an architect specializing in restoration.

Jack is the only one available in the area. Jack wants the job overseeing a large restoration project in Utah, but the owners have rigid morality issues. They won't hire a bachelor. Now they have to act like they love each other and learn about each other. I loved their banter as they were getting to know each other. For example when Keely is guessing what Jack's favorite movies are, she says "Jackass" and "The Jerk. She calls him GQ. I was pleased when the author used a good reason to separate them later instead of inaccurate assumptions which are too frequently used.

In general I'd say it's a pretty good story. The main purpose of course is sex, and those scenes are hot and frequent. They are explicit and include rear door activity. If that's what you're looking for, go for it. If I might suggest: Number of sex scenes: Approximate number of sex scene pages: Get to Know Us.

Delivery and Returns see our delivery rates and policies thinking of returning an item? Jack, a wealthy vet with a bad reputation makes a deal with Avery, the local wedding planner. Little did he know what where he would end up! I loved this laugh out loud, romantic story. The friends with benefits trope is always a fun one to listen to, and Parker has infused the story with so much humor it is a blast to listen to. The characters are completely rel What a fun listen Mysti Parker has written!

The characters are completely relatable, the unknown kid in high school wanting to be seen by the good looking bad boy. Avery is a wonderful person, and I love her spunk, her want to succeed on her own and her drive to go get it. I also could feel Jack's pain growing up and could understand his hesitation to want a relationship, but that did not stop me from rooting for these two! Add in Avery's family and we have an all out great time, kids, dogs and all! Meghan Kelly narrates this book with incredible comedic timing and flair.

I love her voices, always easy to distinguish between characters, and her ability to inflect the right emotion is impeccable. A fun, and flirty listen, it's highly recommended! Jun 14, Julianne Macneil rated it it was amazing. I read this book as part of an arc program. I loved this book! I laughed and laughed. I thought Jack was a funny and charming playboy who fell so hard for Avery even though he fought it. Jack was a vet who adopted a variety of animals who were hard to find homes for or couldn't be adopted. I loved his "roommates", especially Quincy.

Avery owns a bridal shop and she learns of a contest where I read this book as part of an arc program. Avery asks Jack to pretend to be her groom in exchange for a friends with benefits arrangement.

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Jack agrees because he wants Avery and knows she wants to money to prove she can be a success in her business. Avery is also in love with Jack and wants to try and get him to love her. Their relationship is filled with funny moments and soon things get out of hand and complicated. I love how funny this book was, it was one of the best I have read in a long time.

I can't wait to read more from Mysti. Sep 25, Bette H rated it it was amazing. All Jacked Up Romantic Comedy: This was my first Mysti Parker book and will not my be my last. The story line grabs you from the start and is a nice mix of comedy and romance with some hilarious moments, some serious and some hot. I listened to the Audible version of the book and Meghan Kelly has become one of my favorite narrators. She does not just read the book she performs it, brings it to life.

She covers all the different voices and switches characters effortlessly. As mentioned above this book has some witty banter, she delivered it masterfully and flawlessly. Thank you Meghan Kelly for another great listen. Thank you Mysti Parker for such a wonderful story. I am looking forward to visiting Beach Pointe again.

Absolute Perfection I laughed and cried while reading this well thought out book about Avery, the owner of a bridal shop, and Jack the local vet in their small town. They meet at speed dating night, although Avery has known Jack since high school. Later when she hears about a contest for small business wedding shop owners competing for the title of the mo Absolute Perfection I laughed and cried while reading this well thought out book about Avery, the owner of a bridal shop, and Jack the local vet in their small town.

Later when she hears about a contest for small business wedding shop owners competing for the title of the most beautiful wedding, she talks Jack into a fake marriage and she will agree to fulfilling the sex only relationship. Jun 10, Angie Ballard rated it it was amazing. This book had me hooked from the first line. My day-to-day life is fairly depressing, so when I find a book like this one it's like winning the lottery!

I laughed until I scared my dogs, ugly-cried, and by the end was reminded of my priorities in life. I'll be reading it over and over, and although I've heard a rumor this is the last in the Beach Pointe series I hope that's not true! I also like books that educate just a bit as well as entertain, so I especially want to thank Mysti for the inc This book had me hooked from the first line.

I also like books that educate just a bit as well as entertain, so I especially want to thank Mysti for the inclusion of the electro-ejaculator for bull semen in the book. Growing up on a cattle farm that was a new one for me, but a call to my dad confirmed it! I think he wants to read the book now. I loved the hot and sexy scenes esp the shower scene and all the tender moments that brought the couple together.

Who wouldn't love the man who saved the family dog, after all? It is guaranteed to brighten your day! Jun 16, Stella Thompson rated it it was amazing. The one-footed stubbed toe dance - hilarious! Jack is opposed to commitments due to circumstances in his childhood. Avery has had a crush on Jack since high school, but he barely noticed her.

They reconnect at a speed dating event where Avery agrees to give him her number. They agree to a no strings sexual relationship, but Avery backs ou The one-footed stubbed toe dance - hilarious! They agree to a no strings sexual relationship, but Avery backs out at the last minute. Avery needs money badly to keep her bridal business going or find a new place to lease. Jack is the only groom she can think to play the part in a fake wedding to win the money.

She agrees to a sexual relationship in exchange for a fake engagement and wedding. I totally enjoyed every moment! Avery Price has a plan. The only catch is she has to be married or at least appeared to be so. Avery comes up the idea to pretend to marry veterinarian Dr.

Jack Maddox the town's most eligible bachelor. In order to convince Jack the most marriage gun shy guy in town to go through with her plan, Avery proposes a sex with no strings attached relationship Avery Price has a plan. In order to convince Jack the most marriage gun shy guy in town to go through with her plan, Avery proposes a sex with no strings attached relationship.

I mean seriously what could wrong with such a thought out plan? Well just about everything. This hilarious romantic comedy is just delightful. Parker has done it again she has written a fun book that is a real winner. I received this advance readers copy from the author and I have written a fair and balanced review.

Jun 10, Martha B. In the beginning, I was unsure if I liked Dr. He was a player with a damaged soul. Then his inner goodness began to show through.

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On the other hand, from the start I was sure I liked upbeat wedding planner Avery Price. When these two cute people came together, they were explosive. I loved their real emotions and dialogue, and their situational humor was LOL. I would love to recommend this st Of the three entertaining books in the series, All Jacked Up by Mysti Parker is my favorite. I would love to recommend this stand-alone romance without reservations.

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However, due to vulgarities and descriptive sexual content, this romance is for mature readers only. I received an ARC of this book via Instafreebie from the author. I am voluntarily submitting my honest review. I also posted this review on Amazon.

There are many "laugh out loud" scenes in this novel. The characterization is great. There are many characters in this ensemble and each one comes through very clearly. The interplay between the family members of the main female character are hila Love the title The interplay between the family members of the main female character are hilarious, yet so warm and loving at the same time.

The story culminates into a happy every after. Very enjoyable reading that I highly recommend to all who really like romance genre with some comedic parts added in.

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