Cooper, once he sees Mac as a person and not a clone (which, as I said, doesn’t take him long) is supportive of her in a way she’s never experienced from her tosser of a boyfriend and from her controlling parents. Unlike Preston, Cooper doesn’t think of Mac’s business ventures as her “little tech thing”. He’s impressed and not threatened by it (which, to be honest, could have used a little more exploration). I was so excited to read this book. It was one of my most anticipated books of the early part of the year. (I usually enjoy your books; something about your writing style just works for me.) I expect him to whine, throw a fit. Instead he laughs, shaking his finger at me. To him, this is some of that charming local color they come slumming it down here to find. Rich kids love getting rolled. I’m glad to know the cheating wasn’t such a huge thing. Like you, I’m not a fan of them and always steer clear from that trope. But I was curious to read it, since I love Elle Kennedy! The signs of a good girl usually manifest in things such as fear of speaking out, fear of disappointing others, fear of rejection , the need always to excel, avoidance of any conflict or confrontation, and inability to refuse others.

I keep an eye on Steph and the other female servers as they work the crowd. Steph’s got a table full of Garnet dudes salivating over her. She’s smiling, but I know that look. When she tries to walk away, one of them grabs her around the waist. Hell no. I’m impressed. When I was twenty, I was still burning mac and cheese.” I mean, I’m still burning mac and cheese. Those who suffer from this syndrome tend to resent those who can get what they want because they cannot do so for themselves. They struggle with expressing their feelings or asserting themselves because of the overwhelming fear of criticism and judgment. Darlynne: I’m glad I’m not alone re my feelings about the premise but there is a lot to like about the book regardless. I really enjoyed the interactions between Cooper and his friends. His twin brother was a bit of a hoot (like the comic relief so to speak).Elle Kennedy delivers with Good Girl Complex! I was a fan of off campus and briar U, so I went into this with high expectations and was not disappointed. A New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Elle Kennedy grew up in the suburbs of Toronto, Ontario, and holds a B.A. in English from York University. From an early age, she knew she wanted to be a writer, and actively began pursuing that dream when she was a teenager. Whenever their partner suggests going outside what is accepted as ‘sexual normality,’ they tend to become uncomfortable and dismiss the idea entirely. In relationships, it manifests in negative thoughts, attitudes, beliefs, feelings, and behaviors about sex and intimacy , limiting their enjoyment and responsiveness of that aspect of the relationship.

Mac reminds me if Allie, Demi, and Summer were one person. Copper is like a combination of Dean and Logan. Sylvia Smith loves to share insights on how couples can revitalize their love lives in and out of the bedroom. As a writer at Marriage.com, she is a big believer in living consciously and encourages couples to adopt this principle Read more in their lives too. Sylvia believes that every couple can transform their relationship into a happier, healthier one by taking purposeful and wholehearted action. Despite his disdain for the trust-fund kids he sees coming and going from his town, Cooper soon realizes Mac isn’t just another rich clone and falls for her. Hard. I know. But you don’t have to. I pulled six hundred from those dumbasses. I’ll split it with you. Let me get rid of them.”I leave Cooper's room, heart pounding. Candles. I should probably find some candles in case the power goes out. Because nothing sounds less appealing to me than sitting in the dark listening to the shrieks of a century-old dead child. This often makes them psychologically vulnerable to toxic, codependent , abusive, manipulative, and unhealthy relationships. 4. Setting high standards for yourself Kennedy’s delicious third Killer Instinct romantic thriller (after Midnight Alias) takes readers on a terrific emotional rollercoaster ride full of relentless action, heated sexual tension, and Continue reading » Watch out for yourself,” I warn Steph as she places the drinks on her tray. “Holler if you need me to grab the bat.” Kennedy’s fourth Killer Instincts romantic thriller (after Midnight Games) is a gripping and pulse-pounding tale. Juliet Mason, a professional thief turned contract killer, gets in deep Continue reading »

Mac: "Are you kidding me right now? In case I hadn't noticed? And now you're suddenly worried about my safety? You're the one who left me at your house in the middle of a hurricane. I was all alone there! Just me and Patricia screaming like a banshee!" I should be getting hazard pay.” I finish up and push the drinks to her. “Seriously, though, if those guys can’t keep their hands to themselves, I’m coming over there.” However, the qualities praised in little girls, such as being quiet, kind, and agreeable, can often translate into the ‘Good Girl Syndrome’ when they grow up, which can be a problem. Review : I am totally DNF this book. I don't know how I manage to read half the book. I was waiting for something unexpected but it was really boring and full of clichés! Unlike most twenty-year-olds, all she really wants to do is focus on growing her internet business, but first she must get a college degree at her parents’ insistence. That means moving to the beachside town of Avalon Bay, a community made up of locals and the wealthy students of Garnet College.

One of the things that makes Elle Kennedy’s NA romances so much fun is the cast of characters she gives each book/series. I loved the new people she introduced us to in this book. Cooper has a twin, Evan, who I want a book for. I also loved all of Cooper’s friends (minus Heidi, but I got her in the end). Mac had a fun roommate, but her parents and Preston were awful. I loved to hate Preston. All of these characters have me wanting more books set in Avalon Bay!