I would like to thank Kelly Siskind, Forever and Netgalley for giving me this book for my honest review. 
Review by Stephanie
5 Stars
I am a HUGE fan of Kelly Siskind and the Hooked series, so I was uber excited when I saw book 3 on netgalley! Kelly’s writing and storytelling is always on point so I knew this book would be amazing like the others! And it was! 
Raven and Nico had a couple hot nights in Aspen a couple months ago. They didn’t expect to see each other again but density had other plans for this couple. They had insta chemistry and now that they are in the same town they seem to be picking up at where they left off! Well of course they had some obstacles, but will their chemistry be enough.
After reading a new Kelly book I always say “OMG this one was my favorite” but I SWEAR this one IS my favorite. It was a beautiful story that really touched my heart. Haha ok that last sentence even made me laugh but as corny as it sounds it is true. As always I look forward to reading more from Kelly.

4.0 "SEXY BEAST" STARS!!!

Wowza! Hooked On Trouble is just the ending of this series I never thought it would be! It's a blend of angst, roller coaster of events, issues and romance so passionate and real. The title of this book has never been more true because I was Hooked On Trouble!

I have been a fan of Kelly Siskind and this series has become my addiction. She does not disappoint, instead she will give you a story worth your sleepless night. In fact, she had me with her words and lines with every book she releases and I simply adore her writing skills. 

Now in this case, Nico and Raven has caught my interest right from the first time I met them. There's just something with this two that is intriguing, magical and powerful that I have been anticipating for this book to come out. You cannot blame me because Kelly portrayed these characters so perfectly imperfect. Beautiful but flawed yet beyond the imperfections lies uniqueness that will make you hooked with the story and made you fall in love with them.Where one don't do real" , the other "don't do casual".Insecurities here and there, issues lying around but beneath it lies a strong personality that made these two explosive. Damn! The scenes, hot!!! So HOT! Like fanning yourself hot! Ahhh.. they were just so perfect. Not because of the sexual chemistry but they just fit perfectly together.

But you know what I love more about this book? It's the fact that everything was written so real. It wasn't rushed but articulately written that when you started to read you have no other choice but to concentrate with the words and lines with every turn of the pages. I may have issues at first with Raven's attitude towards Nico but was long forgotten the moment I started reading the book. As usual, Kelly did not just deliver romance with heat and sexiness, she did not just gave us love at second chance but she gave us a an awe inspiring story packed with humor, heat, passion and love. I was engrossed on how their lives turned out to be and how they are put together. And to be honest, I couldn't ask for more better ending than this for Nico and Raven. When you read what they went through, I'm sure you'll definitely understand where my adoration for them came from. I just love these characters so much and to read their growth in this story is just something really worth looking forward.

And that ending? Just perfect! 
To Kelly Siskind, Great job! I will definitely miss the craziness and passion of your characters!!!

Title: Hooked On Trouble 
Author: Kelly Siskind

4 unexpected stars 

For my first taste of what Kelly Siskind has to offer, I couldn't have asked for a better introduction than Hooked On Trouble. It was the kind of read that gave me butterflies in my stomach and had me laughing at some of their antics. The suspense in having Raven search for her lost sister was something that had me at the edge of my seat and I couldn't wait to see what would happen next. 

4 breath taking dreams 

Raven and Nico's relationship is one that started off right, but the night's ending was one that cut deep, making Raven distrustful of Nico's action. Watching them attempt to strengthen their trust in one another, deal with their issues and even overcome the obstacles they face was something that kept me entranced and wanting to keep going. I enjoyed my first taste of Kelly Siskind... now I just have to get my hands on the rest of this series and fall in love with those characters as well. 

*ARC provided by Author in exchange for an honest review.
Reviewed by Kathleen, The Small Girl from A small girl, her man and her books

Oh, my god. Finally! Nico and Raven's story is here! And after a very embarrassing happy dance (which may or may not have occurred in front of a window), I immediately hunkered down and devoured this bad boy in a couple hours. We're talking up until the wee hours of the morning because I could not put it down. I adore this series, so I was a bit hesitant to start Hooked on Trouble for two reasons. The most obvious is that I really did not want it to end, but also because I was a little afraid that it would fall short of the build-up that readers went through. I'd have to say, Kelly did not disappoint. Hooked on Trouble was just as amazing as the previous books in her Over the Top series. I could happily read 3 more books if it meant spending more time with this wonderful group of friends. Out of the 3 couples, I'd have to say it was Nico and Raven that had the best sexual tension. It was simmering and brewing ever since the first book, only to ignite in the sexiest way ever. There's a little bit of everything in this book. There's the sex appeal that'll melt your Kindle, the laughter that only the closest friends can share, and raw emotions that only the strongest relationships can survive. Things do not come easily for Nico and Raven, but it is their tenaciousness and single-minded determination that pulls them through (and pulls their heads out of the sand when things go haywire). Kelly's writing is phenomenal. Her words flow effortlessly, which makes her books such a pleasure to read. She sucks you in from the first page and keeps you enraptured until the very end. As sad as I am that this series is over, I'm beyond excited that I found a new favorite author and now I get to look forward to what she has in store for her readers in the future.

When an almost hook up ends in disappointment and hurt feelings Raven wants no part of Nico. Sixteen months later there is no avoiding each other as their best friend network forces a reunion that reignites their undeniable attraction. When family obligations take over both Raven and Nico must make hard choices even if it means ending what may be their best chance at happiness.

Hooked on Trouble book three in Kelly Siskind's Over The Top trilogy did a great job of taking two characters whose penchant for putting the needs of everyone but themselves first and averting numerous disasters in a caring and charming way.  Humor layered with angst fill the pages of this story.  The importance of family for both Raven and Nico was equally intense and the ethical dilemmas both faced in "taking" care of loved ones was touching to watch play out.  Moments of despair and self doubt were broken down by this writer's persistent and adept way at casting away the secrets and misconceptions holding them down. Seeing this couple overcome their past and find a way to love was absorbing.  Hooked on Trouble is proof that good guys don't always finish last.

From the very beginning I was wondering what happened between Raven and Nico that night is Aspen and finally now I know. Sixteen months ago they spent the night together sharing many personal things but then Nico had to leave and she has been avoiding him ever since. Now that she is has moved and is living in the same city she knows she will be seeing a lot more of him. 

Nico knows he hurt Raven and she has every right but he will stop at nothing to win her forgiveness in the hopes she will give them another shot. The problem is getting her alone to explain his family issues since she is really is avoiding him at all costs. 

When I first started this series it was funny original and kept me wanting more. Unfortunately  I didn't love Hooked on Trouble as much as I thought I would. Nico and Raven had a connection but I didn't feel as if they were like the other couples in the previous books. 

One thing I loved about Hooked on Trouble was that their relationship was more emotional then physical. From the beginning they both knew they had a special connection and it scares them a little both. Nico might not have started out as the favorite of the guys in this series but I loved how Ms. Siskind showed what a good man he was and yet also showed his insecurities. 

I really missed the funny parts and sarcasm from the previous books, while Hooked on Trouble did have a few of those moments they were far and few in between. I found this story to be on the darker side for the simple fact that Raven and Nico both have a dark pasts that they are still dealing with in the present. 

Overall, I did end up enjoying this story and am looking forward to see what Siskind will come up with next.

Brilliant portrayal of fighting for True Love against the tests and tides of family loyalty and what's right.  Kelly Siskind ends her Over the Top series with a sizzling hot story that's incredibly deep and meaningful.  "Hooked on Trouble" tackles so many social and personal issues but balances them beautifully with a full-bodied romance.  The hero, Nico Makai, is the massive police officer who falls in love at the drop of a hat.  Nico's believes, due to his family's troubles with drugs and the law, that right and wrong is black and white.  He doesn't give second chances.  The heroine, Raven Hunter, is a tough, inked, black wardrobed photographer willing to bend the law for those she loves.  She's unwilling to be vulnerable.  Raven opened herself up to Nico who promised not to hurt her but he did.  She's held her grudge but is willing to give him another chance.
The novel is jammed packed with storyline.  Issues that are covered are drugs, homelessness, degrees of right and wrong, family, second chances and forgiveness.  Kelly Siskind's writing is tight.  All of the couples from the Over the Top series play important roles in this final installment.  The stories from the previous two books are woven into this third book seamlessly.  The sex scenes are extremely steamy but the emphasis of the love between the hero and heroine is wonderfully significant.  Nico has had family problems throughout the series and we finally discover the extent of the trouble.  We learn a lot about Raven's troubled past.  Raven has an older sister who left home when Raven was only nine years old.  She feels guilty and responsible for her leaving and is searching for her.  Nico and Raven had very similar childhoods which strengthens their relationship but also threatens their future.
Kelly Siskind's "Hooked on Trouble" is moving, thought provoking, romantic, and sexy.  The characters are intriguing and complex, the storyline is rich and meaningful.  Raven and Nico mature and undergo a lot of growth.  The Over the Top series has been strong since the book one and remained solid through this last installment.  Nico's absolute love for Raven is beautiful and the conflict his rigid sense of right and wrong causes is compelling.  Raven's usual tough girl persona falls away in this book showing us a lighter and more vulnerable version of herself.  The characters of Nico and Raven not only grow in this novel but they have grown throughout the entire series.  These main characters are special and were worthy of the anchor position, starring in the final book of the series.

I absolutely love Hooked On Trouble! Although this is the only one of this series I have read, I didn't feel lost or as if I were out of the loop. Nico and Raven have an intense connection, both physical and emotional. They have histories, not only with each other, but with their own families, that have left scars on their hearts. They shared a special night in Aspen, where Raven opened up to Nico and let herself be vulnerable. But, now it's 16 months later and there have been no texts, no calls, nothing from Nico. So Raven's pissed and holding a mean grudge, but will need to get over it because she's moved to Vancouver to be near her best friends, whose men are Nico's best friends.

Yep, awkward. But, their natural chemistry wins out and soon they're hitting the sheets in some seriously steamy moments. But, it's their emotional connection that gets me. They have so much in common and fit into each other's lives so perfectly. Nico's the sweetest, mushiest teddy bear of a guy wrapped in a huge, muscled package. Raven, on the other hand, is all hard edges and angles. She's tough and badass, with her inked up skin and her keep away attitude. Somehow, these two opposites are perfect together. I think what I like most about both Nico and Raven is how real they are. They're not perfect, they have emotions and react and act like the rest of us do. They make bad decisions born of emotion, born of love of family, something we're all guilty of. There's no sugar coating on Kelly Siskind's part, she lets us see them as the imperfect humans they are, and their story is all the more beautiful because of it. I love them so much that I'm dying to know Shay and Lili's stories, so I'm going to check the rest of the series out.

Ever since I read CHASING THE SUN (Kelly Siskind’s debut novel), I wanted to “chase” all her books. *wink* I became an insta-fan of her writing style and hoped to read more of her work. She’s the kind of author that easily transports you to a different world and makes you feel ALL THE FEELS. She knows exactly how to combine romance, angst, and sexiness work just the right amount in order to get HOOKED on the story. And hooked is exactly what happened for me with her newest novel.

The OVER THE TOP series started when Shay, Lily and Raven took a girls’ trip to Aspen where they met up with Kolton, Sawyer and Nico. MY PERFECT MISTAKE was Shay and Kolton’s story. A FINE MESS was Lily and Sawyer’s story and now in HOOKED ON TROUBLE “HOT” is Raven and Nico’s story <3

HOT gives us the final story of this amazing series. Finally we get the chance to know what really happened between Nico and Raven in Aspen. Their story really began in OVER THE TOP (Over the Top #1), where they first hooked up. Raven found herself opening her heart to Nico, which is a huge step for her because she never allows any man to see her vulnerable side, but she felt this undeniable connection between them was impossible to resist, but in the end, Nico broke her by just leaving without a word. No text, no call…he just vanished.

Now with the girls all living in Vancouver, Shay, Lily and Raven can spend more time with each other and are planning to create a business together. As well as building a new business with her friends, Raven is also determined to find her missing sister Rose. But even with her mind so focused on her missing sister and new business, she’s still hurting. Nico’s disappearance in Aspen cut her deep and left internal scars that haven’t quite healed, but she’s decided to focus on the here and now and is more than ever determined to stay away from a certain big tattooed guy who left her heart in tatters.

Nico has lived his life trying to be someone good. He became a cop to do the right thing, but sadly his family got him in too much trouble and he has to carry this big burden. His family comes first, even if it costs him lose the only girl that left a mark in his life. But after seeing Raven again, he’s willing to conquer her, to let her know that he still has feelings for her. He wants a second chance, no matter if he has to beg or to crawl until he can earn her trust again.

As opposites attract, Nico and Raven can’t stay away from each other. She has a haunting past and Nico will be there for her, this big tattooed guy is so sweet and has my heart melting for him. I loved the way both characters grew together and how the author gave them the perfect ending for this REMARKABLE series. This series is a MUST read. You will love each story and you’ll love the author as well.

Raven had met Nico on a trip to Aspen. It was there she let herself be vulnerable and be open with a man, but Nico left and never called or texted. Raven is still holding a grudge against Nico, but he finally starts pushing, wanting her attention. And it just so happens Nico, being in the force, has the connections to help Raven find the sister that left her so many years ago.

I’ve been wanting Nico and Raven’s story for a while now and I’m super happy to finally have it. I loved that Nico was so persistent with Raven. I think it was the only way to really get her back. That woman can hold grudges like no one else. But Nico worms his way back in her life and helps her with finding her sister, Rose. Seeing Raven make mistakes, made her more real for me. In the previous book, she just seemed like a force to be reckoned with and like she could take on the world. She totally can, but seeing her be vulnerable (in her POV) and make mistakes, had me feeling for her a lot and rooting for her! She ended up with a lot of character growth towards the end, which is always a big plus for me in books. Nico is totally amazing! I was kind of hating the guy (just a tiny bit) in the previous book, but seeing things in his perspective and seeing how big of a softy this tough, big man really is, had my heart melting and wanting him to have his HEA. I also loved his family and how fun they are.

The friendships were even better in this book! I loved seeing Lily in the book and seeing her get uncomfortable with the girls was very funny. She’s totally the cutie of the bunch. She and Sawyer’s banter was in this story and it made me miss this couple a lot! I was very happy with the way the series ended and the little confession that Shay and Kolton make towards the end. I think it fit the story perfectly and it came to a great conclusion.

Overall, Hooked on Trouble is a light and fun story about hope and forgiveness.

LOVED this series!

I was so excited to read this one but also a little sad knowing this is the end of the series. I seriously LOVED Nico! I have to say I think he is my favorite in the series! Nico and Raven had an experience together in Aspen but Nico turned his back and left Raven hanging. Now he is determined to win her back. Raven does NOT make it easy for him and I seriously loved that. I loved seeing him work for her trust. Raven was not going to get her heart hurt again. I loved EVERYTHING about this book. I loved visiting the other couples. I am so sad to see this series end but I am very excited to read more from Kelly soon!

Its been forever since I read A Fine Mess (Well its been 5 months ;) )
I've been waiting for Hooked On Trouble to read Raven and Nico's story and I am so glad I got a chance to read it early! :D

I've loved Kelly's writing ever since I read My Perfect Mistake and I think I swore it couldn't get better than A Fine Mess, but the author has really outdone herself here!I loved Raven and Nico.These two were so beautiful together!

Raven is the toughest one in the group.She is snarky,witty and so brash, I love her for it!I love how these girls are always there for each other and the friendship between Shay,Lilly,Raven and Kolton,Sawyer,Nico is just amazing!
I'm sure,if you've read the previus book, you've all been really curious to know what happened between Raven and Nico in Aspen, and why she was so angry later.You'll have to read the book to find out ;)
Raven has faced a difficult childhood, but she has worked hard to become successful and right her ways.She is searching for her sister,Rose and I loved this journey of hers and how it brought her and Nico closer.
Nico has got his own stuff to deal with it.His brother might end up going to jail and he has some tough decisions to make.His dedication to his family was beautiful and I loved his mom,sister and nephews.The characters and their situations are so realistic-my favorite part of Kelly Siskind's books!
They aren't uber-rich or perfect.They are imperfect human beings,who've made their share of mistakes and are trying to do their best, and are hoping to get their happily ever after, just like the rest of us.
And I am so glad Raven and Nico got theirs despite the ups and downs!
I am so sad to see this series come to an end, but these stories will remain with me forever and I hope to read more like these in the future!Will miss the gang!

P.S. I loved how Kolton finally comes to know the bra that hit him in Aspen was Shay's and how it brought them all together!Makes us believe in fate and serendipity ;)
If you haven't read this series yet, I urge you to!Each book can be read as a standalone and you'll definitely end up falling in love in with these books!

This book definitely lived up to the title! Nico and Raven both have similar family issues. Nico's brother Josh has gotten himself in some hot water and Nico will stop at nothing to clear his name. Raven is on the hunt for her missing sister Rose. She finally finds her and everything should be good but it's not. Rose isn't what she appears to be and Raven feels guilty and wants to help her because that's her sister. Now, I understand where Nico is coming from but him of all people should understand how it is to want to help a troubled family member. Nico stopped at almost nothing when it came to his brother Josh and almost risked his job but Raven is wrong to help her sister? Hypocrite much?? Nico has some very high standards when it comes to certain things but it's ok for him to break the rules. This was a major turn off for me. I loved the heart that Raven had but she should have proceeded with caution when it came to her sister Rose. You haven't seen her in a long time and people change big time. As much as I wanted to like Raven and Nico as a couple I had a hard time connecting to them.  Maybe there was too much family drama? Nico's dismal of Raven so easily??  I loved Lily and Sawyer and so was happy to get more of them in this book!

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5 Stars!!

I’ve been waiting and wanting Raven and Nico’s story, but I knew that when their beautiful story of what happened between them that night in Aspen finally released, their story would bring the end to the fantastic Over The Top companion series by the awesome author Kelly Siskind. But whatever Siskind has planned next, I will be ready with open arms. Siskind is a talented author that can make me feel her characters, she touches my heart with her laughter-filled stories of heartbreak and beautiful, steamy romance.

Raven and Nico semi-hooked up on the ski vacation to Aspen sixteen months before, changed her love life right along with her friends, Shay and Lily. Nico was the first man that's been able to get Raven to open her heart; he asked her to trust him, and then he blew her off and left her hanging in Aspen. No note, no phone call, no apology...nothing. Not even a goodbye. Raven is the kind of girl you don't want get on her bad side. She’s a tattooed, tough, badass girl that can take care of herself, and Nico is definitely on Raven's bad side, even if Nico is Raven’s Sexy Beast that she just can't forget. And now, what's worse is that Raven's two best friends have moved to Vancouver to be with the men they love, and Raven decides to move to Vancouver also to be with her friends. But the two men that have fallen for her two best friends are also Nico's best guy friends, so that means she’s going to have to come face to face with Nico, her sexy beast.

Nico knows he messed up royally with his beautiful punk girl. But now that she resides in Vancouver, he's not going to let his second chance with the girl who owned his heart for the last sixteen months get away. Nico knows with a girl like Raven, he is going to have to crawl, beg and grovel till he wins her trust again along with her heart.

Raven and Nico are total opposites, but they are the same in so many ways. I love that Nico is a cop, that he’s a big, huge muscular guy, but he's a total softy with his mushy and romantic side, and that Raven is a petite, tough, hard, bad girl. I will miss all three couples that I have grown to love, Shay and Kolton, Lily and Sawyer, and Raven and Nico. Their love stories will remain in my heart. Highly recommend Hooked On Trouble and the Over The Top companion series as a must, must read.

4 “Tattoos, siblings and love” Stars

ARC via NetGalley.

Thank you, Forever Yours!

In case you were wondering, YES, Kelly Siskind ended her Over the Top series on a high note. Not that one could doubt that after reading her previous books, right?

Hooked on Trouble is the story of Nico and Raven, the last couple from the group of three women who met the men of their lives in Aspen. In case you haven’t read the beginning of this story, go check My Perfect Mistake. You won’t regret it.

Just to be clear, though, you don’t have to start with the first book in the series. All of them stand alone, as far as I’m concerned.

Now, about Hooked on Trouble, I have to confess it took me a while longer than I’d anticipated to get into this story and fully connect with the main characters. Don’t get me wrong. Nico and Raven have distinguishing and strong personalities, and their chemistry is incredible. But something held me back for a while. I can’t really explain what it was, so I’m blaming it on my reading mood. 10% in, though, I was hooked–pun not intended.

The thing that impressed me most about this book was the main characters’ personalities. Those two felt like real people, you know? Their flaws and insecurities were more evident, and the problems surrounding them and their families only added layers to their personalities. These were real-life people. Sure, I like to read about billionaires and rock stars falling in love as much as the next girls, but I also LOVE when I can read books and go “yeah, this feels genuine.”

It was more than just the drama involving Nico’s siblings and Rose’s sister. It was basically the two of them and who they were. Raven was so far from perfect. She had a past that shaped her into this person who didn’t see things only black and white. In fact, there was a whole lot of gray in her. And Nico...He tried so hard to get the black separated from white that I also saw the gray in him. He wasn’t just a good guy because life is good and his soul is pure. He was the good guy because he had to be. His life and the people around him needed that from him.

I really love when I can see why characters (people) are the way they are, and this book gave me that.

Nothing I say about the romance will come as a surprise if you’ve read or heard about Kelly Siskind: it was swoony and HOT! Really hot. The chemistry was there from moment one (or moment zero, if you take into consideration the previous books in this series), and it only burned hotter with each chapter. Nico was the kind of guy you wanted in your life and bed. You probably wouldn't be leaving your or his bed all that much, to be honest. The problems they had to face later on, the trust issues, the getting back together... everything was done in a way that felt real. Yep, it was that good.

You know what else was that good? The ending. Fans of this series will be all over that ending. Everything came together as it was supposed to. Everyone got their happy ending. The last chapter warmed my heart and gave me something else I can always count on this author delivering: humor! I had this big, silly smile the whole time I was reading that chapter. Exactly what I needed!


Well, I’m truly happy I had the chance to get to know these characters and read about their lives, love and future. So go get yourself some happiness, too!

The only question remaining now: when do I get more books, Kelly Siskind?

Hooked on Trouble by Kelly Siskind.....Loved this book!!! What a great roller coaster ride, I could not put it down I needed to know what was happening. I absolutely loved Raven and Nico they are so cute and perfect together. Sixteen months ago they had a night together and things did not turn out good, can these two get past what happened. Kelly Siskind is an amazing author that pull you into the story. I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.

It’s been sixteen months since Raven and Nico shared something special that fateful night in Aspen, and now that she’s living in his city, she needs to forgive his broken promises and move on. With a fresh start in Vancouver, Raven plans to find a job she loves, start a planning business with her two best friends, and find her older sister, Rose, who left home 17 years ago when Raven was only nine. 

Nico acknowledges that Raven has every reason to be pissed and hold a grudge after he promised not to hurt her back in Aspen, yet he walked away without an explanation. He desperately wants her and needs to get her alone so he can tell her about his family’s troubles and why he broke his promise. And maybe this time, they can explore and deepen that special connection they both felt.

After absolutely loving the first two books in Ms. Siskind’s Over the Top series (A Fine Mess is my favorite read of 2016!), I was eager to read Raven and Nico’s story. Unfortunately, Hooked on Trouble became the victim of too much anticipation and unfair expectations on my part. While I enjoyed the book, it just didn’t grab me like the previous books did, and I found myself unfairly comparing the other couples’ stories to Raven and Nico’s tale.

Even with my frustrations, there were many things I enjoyed about Hooked on Trouble. What I did love was the unadulterated attraction Nico and Raven shared. It went well beyond physical. They both knew right from the get go in Aspen they had a connection that was special. I liked how open they were together; the sharing makes their relationship special and unique. I loved that Raven could not hold on to her anger when Nico was around her. I also liked Nico and his family. Ms. Siskind uses his interactions with his mom, brother, and sister, as well as his inner-monologue, to showcase the type of guy he is, including his own fears and insecurities.

While not fair, I couldn’t help compare but Raven and Nico to the previous couples; however, Nico and Raven are DARK with DARK histories. They are not light and silly. They are sarcasm and tattoos. I think this darker side and seriousness weighed down the story too much. While I adored their chemistry and their cutsie moments, and at times was sucked into their intense passion, I felt more times than not, I was being told how they feel, rather than experiencing it along side the first person narrative. 

Unfortunately, I never got behind Raven. The author did a great job building the case that Raven needed to find her sister and seek forgiveness. I understood her drive to find her “unconditional love,” which blinded her to what she already had. But I don’t understand how Raven could make so many stupid decisions: from seeking out her sister without Nico to ignoring her own intuition about situations. However the absolute worst was when she discovered something of her sister’s and put it in Nico’s empty apartment. I seriously got so angry at Raven for making such a stupid decision. While Raven was quick to remedy this situation, the damage was done. I was not ready to forgive Raven.

In the end, while I struggled with Raven’s actions and never really felt connected to the pair until almost the end of the book, I still enjoyed Hooked on Trouble. I fear my expectations ran too high, resulting in mild disappointments as I read the book. OR maybe Nico and Raven just never spoke to me because I could not relate to their individual characters. Regardless, the series is amazing, with each romance unique and enjoyable, there is certainly something for everyone, and I highly recommend reading the entire Over the Top series. And I look forward to more stories from this talent author!

My Rating: B/B-, Liked It, but I had a few small issues

HOOKED ON TROUBLE is a multi-layered, in-depth look at Raven and Nico's love affair. A love affair I've been looking forward to since CHASING CRAZY. The depth of characterization for both the main characters is wonderful and stirring. The description and humor are as wittily done as I've come to expect with Ms. Siskind's books and by the time I'd finished, I didn't want the story to end.

I expected, after reading the first two in this series, to get a dose of light-hearted wit and some smoking hot sex scenes. As far as the sex scenes, they didn't disappoint (whoo-boy did they ever NOT disappoint, smoking hot baby!) I mean, I totally have a weakness for inked characters, and there's enough delicious ink in this story to satisfy my tattoo loving soul. 

The romance really touched me in this book, and I'm not ashamed to say that it's my favorite of the series. Characters who've had a lot happen to them in their lives, the broken ones who have to grow and learn to trust again… and still risk love anyway, those are the ones I adore and most closely empathize with. A bow to Ms. Siskind in delivering exactly my favorite type of love story. The story is funny, sweetly soft, a bit heart wrenching and blisteringly hot (seriously, OMG smoking hot).

I had an epic book hangover after reading HOOKED ON TROUBLE. I may have to go back and reread it again. Highly recommend it for fans of M/F contemporary erotic romance.

This is the newest addition to the Over The Top series and I've been waiting for this one for quite a while now! This is a fun series filled with lots of laughs and some pretty hot moments too and I've loved every moment of reading these great books! 

Nico is the fiercest and most mysterious of the bunch and I've been dying to find out more about him since he was first introduced. Raven is a perfect match for him, but it's clear from the beginning that they're going to have their fair share of issues to work through. 

I've really enjoyed reading each of the stories in this series and highly recommend them all to read to anyone who enjoys reading great books that'll leave a smile on your face.