SEX AND OTHER SHINY OBJECTS, a fresh, fun, outrageous new best friends to lovers romance from #1 New York Times Bestselling author Lauren Blakely IS LIVE!!

 

 

SEX AND OTHER SHINY OBJECTS
by Lauren Blakely

 

A Contemporary Romance – Available now!

 

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*Audible performed by Andi Arndt & Jason Clarke and special guest star Julia Whelan!
With additional voices by Joe Arden and Erin Mallon!
And cameos from Maxine Mitchell, Teddy Hamilton, Lili Valente and Kit Swann!

 

 

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Blurb

The second the test-the-sexy-scenes offer landed in my lap, I said yes.

After all, I’ve been damn curious about a few things I’ve read in romance novels. Do buttons truly go flying across the floor when you rip off a guy’s shirt? Is staircase sex hella hot or does it leave you with a big old bruise mark on your back? And don’t even get me started on all that panty shredding, and whether it even works.

Time to find out as I embark on Project Sexy Scenes Research, at the request of my hotshot book editor bestie.

All I need is a willing scene partner. Enter Tristan, my best guy friend. The witty, tell-it-like-it-is, bearded hottie volunteers for the experiment.

He’s also the guy who gave me the most devastating, toe-curling kiss of my life ten years ago. But nothing has happened since then.
And nothing will come between my panties and our friendship now since we have a plan to keep it PG.
But once the buttons start flying, all bets are off…

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Review

5 stars!

Friends-to-lovers is one of my favorite book tropes so I couldn’t wait to get my hands on Sex and Other Shiny Objects, and it did not disappoint! It is a sweet, sexy, romantic comedy that brings on the laughs and fills you with love.

Tristan and Peyton have been best of friends since college. Other than one hot kiss from years ago, they have never crossed the line. However, that doesn’t mean they haven’t thought about it, timing has just always been off. Peyton and Tristan are now both single and Peyton needs help with a project – to test out validity of romance scenarios often included in books – and who better to work with than with her best friend who she trusts. As they find themselves spending more time together and in intimate positions, it’s no surprise things shift between them. What follows is a hilarious and hot hands-on exploration of positions and hidden feelings that will either break their hearts or make them whole.

I love Tristan and Peyton’s story! They are fantastic characters who not only hold their own as individuals but are wonderful together as well. Tristan lost both of his parents and he supports himself and his younger brother, Barrett, by running a successful restaurant. He has a huge heart and wants what is best for his brother, including putting Barrett’s needs first. Peyton is adorable. I love her confidence and the fact that she knows her worth, and I love that she believes in herself. She is so much fun and her love of all things lace was awesome. Her store is fabulous and I found myself wanting to experience her enthusiasm when it comes with what she loves.

The whole setup to the story is entertaining and the execution is on point when it comes to Peyton and Tristan. They are such good friends and they don’t want to risk their friendship by acting on the feelings they’ve hidden away.

Long ago, we had our chance. Now, we have our friendship, and it’s back on solid ground again. He means too much to me. He matters too much. I won’t let anything topple us. Not even the shiver of desire that shoots down my spine.

However, as the project brings them closer physically, they also grow closer emotionally. The way Peyton and Tristan attempted the scenarios was side-splitting. They are awesome together and just as the laughs started to die down, they crank up the heat. These two are on fire together with their amazing chemistry. It’s not just physical though, their friendship is everything and they encourage, trust, and support each other unconditionally. They have a believable and true connection, and I loved watching their relationship progress.

Even though it took them a little while to actually act on their feelings, it is worth the wait and the timing is finally perfect. The transition from friends to lovers was believable and well-paced, and the story was captivating from first page to last.

I have to add that I loved seeing Amy from Asking for a Friend again and more of their good friend, Lola. She is awesome and as Peyton says, “I can’t wait to hear what happens next with Lola and the one who got away.” Second-chance romances are another favorite trope of mine so bring on The One Night Stand-In. And I can’t forget Barrett! He is a hoot and his relationship with Tristan was so heartwarming and fun. I’d love to get a glimpse into his future!

Another awesome addition to Boyfriend Material, Sex and Other Shiny Objects is a fun, feel good, sexy read that will put a permanent smile on your face. I loved it!

*ARC generously provided by the author and Candi Kane PR*

 

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About the Author

A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sweet, sexy and witty. She also writes red-hot love stories for her Lauren Blakely After Dark line.

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