Another tempestuous story by Ms. Riley. Good plot.

If you are looking for a quick book to read then this is the one. Stay Close, is a cute lovey dovey type romance book. I call them happy romances. They make me smile and sigh.

This is a short (23,000 words) and sweet (and trademark Alexa Riley sexy!) novella with an 18 year old heroine Penelope who is the daughter of a couple who run an international security company. For her protection they've hired a bodyguard, Ivan, once part of the Russian mafia underground. He was able to stage his death and turn in evidence in return for a new name and passageway to America, where he got a job with the Justice family's company, Osbourne Corp International. There's an attraction between Ivan and Penny from the moment they meet, but they both know it shouldn't go any farther than some flirtation or innocent touches. But all bets are off when Penny and her twin sister Pandora head off to a nightclub, with Ivan not far behind. Penny is innocent, but Ivan treats her with care and passion, introducing her to the heady delights of lovemaking. There's not much conflict in this story, it's more a case of insta-love as these two find a way to be together. It's what I've come to expect from Alexa Riley and is a fun, quick read. 

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Loved this book.

'Stay Close' by Alexa Riley is book One in the "For You" series.  This is the story of Penelope and Ivan.
Penny and her sisters have very protective mother and father.  In parents have a security business and so naturally each girl has their own guard.  But Penny keeps out running hers and so her parents ask Ivan to do one last job for them,  by being Penny's bodyguard.  When he first sees Penny Ivan is taken with her but with his trouble past he doesn't really had love or someone to care about him.  Penny is overall a flowers, girly and loves to cook...with a heart of gold.  Penny too finds Ivan to be hard to resist and she doesn't really try. 
This was a quick, sweet and hot romance that I loved.  Ms. Riley writes books with some Hot Alpha Males who just instantly fall in love and want their women.  Love it!
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Alexa Riley, as I'm starting to learn (that's really late of me, I know) is pure escapism. Forget the harness of reality, throw out the doubts of instant love and lust and usher in the unapologetic over-the-top type of devotion and adoration that can come from both protagonists, not matter how old or young they are. 

Age gap? Bad pasts? Bah. Of no consequence, mostly. What matter here is that the connection is instant, the want is mutual and the pledging of hearts is eternal, as far as Riley is concerned. 

'Stay Close' is an indulgent read (and an off-shoot of the 'For Her' series), an unlikely pair that come together in the form of a coming-of-age-woman and her bodyguard with a dubious background. Angst is virtually non-existent on the whole and somewhat short journey ends deliriously happy with an epilogue that seals the entire deal. 

So put the blinkers on your eyes, stop the jaded snorts when some cheese comes in, because that's what reading Riley tends to demand - a complete suspension of disbelief and the investment in a pair only meant for each other.

Not only is Ivan sexy, the man has manners, "as I grab a plate in the sink, he reaches out, taking it from my hand. “You cooked for me, I will clean for you.” Ivan can get jealous but like in an uber sexy way, “...was it a boyfriend?” he asks as his eyes narrow. Then he begins to glance around us. “Does he go here?” That question sounds like a threat, like if there were a boyfriend, he’d take care of it." This was one fast paced insta-love novella anf I loved it. Ivan worshipped his lady and I seriously fell in love with that aspect.

This book I LOVED. I really didn't know much about until I started reading it. I just knew it was written by Alexa Rileya nd well I love her hot stories. But this is the first novella (yes its short) in a series about the children of the couples in the For Her series. First up is Paige and Captain/Ryan's story.

Almost 18 years after Ryan and Paiges story ends this one begins with their 18 year old twins. Penelope and Pandora. The girls are in their senior year and each child has a bodyguard. Penelope hates it and is always ditching hers. Enter Ivan, a former russin mob guy but who has worked with her parents for years. They bring him in to protect Penelope.

Penny is the sweet and kind twin and she falls hard. As does Ivan. And I am not telling you anthing else. I totally LOVED this story. My only complaint is I wish it was longer and I cannot wait for more.

What I love about Alexa Riley books is that you get so much in a quick read. I absolutely loved Ivan. Russian. Hot. Dark. And he has such a sweet side that I couldn't get enough of. This wasn't over the top, but it had all the elements that we're used to with AR. Insta-love. Hot sex. Happily ever after. I didn't want this one to end. Penelope was such a big-hearted girl. I wanted more of her and Ivan, but I was satisfied. Perfect for when you need a quick fix. Loved it and can't wait for Pandora's story. I hope it's coming!