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Scarlet Drake loves to solve a mystery and she's good at it. When she take a job for an insurance company she has no idea it would put her in between tow of the hottest men shes's known, or that it could completely destroy what they hold so dear.

Ms Fox keeps you guessing about the mystery to the very end, but puts so much story in between that the pages fly by..

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I didn't love it and I didn't hate it.

As with the last book in this series, the threesome scenes were HOT. However, I failed to feel that a connection was made between Scarlet and Michael. It wasn't until the very end of the book did I sense they had something together but even then it wasn't nearly as strong as the author was portraying.

Now the connection between Scarlet and Sam....that was off the charts! From the beginning they both had compassion and empathy for one another. They bonded over a past filled with losses and heartache. Whereas from the beginning the bond between Scarlet and Michael was based on physical need. I also struggled with Scarlet jumping so quickly into bed with Sam with very little guilt or concern that she had slept with his step brother only days before.

I will say I liked the ending of the mystery and how it played out.

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a good solid hot romance. Interesting and unique plot.

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Amazing book!! Absolutely loved it! Yet another epic read! Cannot wait for more of your work!!

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While this is the third book in the Lover's Triangle series, it can definitely be read on its own. I have not read the other two in the series and I can safely say the plot of this book was not impacted at all by me not reading the other two. The only thing I missed was how Scarlet's friends each met their respective men. However, judging by how much I enjoyed this book I might just have to go back and read their stories! I really enjoyed that even though this story did feature a ménage romance, that was not the while focus of the story. Sure it played a big part, but there was also a "mystery" to be solved surrounding some stolen artwork. Scarlet is the insurance investigator looking into the theft and the suspects are the Vandenberg family. Unfortunately, Scarlet has feelings for two members of the family.
All in all a great story with plenty of steamy scenes, not all of which were ménage, plus a touch of suspense.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this novel.

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Just by the description I thought I would like this book but within a few pages I was SURE I would love it!

"I carry a gun, Mr. Vandenberg. I'm also a certified Krav Mama instructor. I can break your hand without even breaking a sweat. And what I can do to your balls will put you in traction for a week. You're playing a very risky game with me right now"

Scarlet had endeared me to her from this moment on. I LOVE a strong heroine both emotionally and physically.
Michael knew this woman was different. Special. Unfortunately she was also trying to prove a case of insurance fraud that had his family in the hot seat. It didn't take long for Michael to brush his annoyance of this woman away.

"This woman was a drug and he was instantly addicted"

Scarlet fell for Michael just as hard and their one hot night wouldn't be enough. Unfortunately, they live a continent apart and she was still investigating his family. Her next interview, his step-brother Sam.

Scarlet rushes to Montana to meet with Sam. Time is of the essence due to the statute of limitations deadline fast approaching. Not used to the snow, Scarlet finds herself quickly in a ditch only to be saved by the man she is hunting for. He takes her back to his house until her car can be fixed but it doesn't take long for her to feel instantly attracted to this handsome, rugged, slightly sad cowboy. Mysteriously, of the first time since he lost his trust love, he too wants more than just the physical.

Scarlets dilema? She is equally attracted to 2 step-brothers whose family may or may not be guilty of $18 million of insurance fraud. Who will she pick? Does she have to pick? Do they want her? Can they forgive her? What will she find?

This is a great book of mystery, hot sex, secrets and even a little danger. I believe this is the 3rd book in a series but can be read completely as a stand alone. Enjoy!

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This was probably my least favorite of her books, but the storyline seemed a little more developed. An easy read but it just seemed a little off.

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Scarlet Drake has been hired to either catch an art thief, or prove that the art work wasn't stolen at all, and the owner chose to hide it momentarily to cash in on a big payday. The owner of the artwork is playing hard to get though, and has been dogging Scarlet at every turn, and she is beginning to wonder if his hiding out is a way of showing his guilt...but then she meets the handsome billionaire and quickly decides Michael is not her guy. That of course not long after she shares a heated night with him, and figures out that he just isn't that kind of man... so that means it's off to her next lead!

Which takes her to Montana to meet his step-brother Sam, whom also seems to have just pocketed a healthy sum of money... but after spending a little time with him she quickly decides it doesn't fit the bill either. He does however stir up some serious heat between them, and they quickly fall into bed... and Sam makes it known that he isn't ready to let her walk away. Both men are so different, and have so much to offer her, and it is nearly impossible for her to choose one over the other. Maybe she doesn't have to though... maybe they would be willing to share...

This enticing little story is full of intensity, mystery, drama, and some seriously hot sexy times that will have you needing a cold shower just to recover!! This is my second visit to this series and I have to say I really enjoyed this trip, Sam and Michael were quite the charmers, they had me swooning throughout. I also really enjoyed the suspenseful plot, it kept engaged and teetering on the edge of my seat, it was such a well rounded and satisfying read. I highly recommend you get your hands on this one, these two sexy alphas are sure to keep you entertained from start to finish!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this title.

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I love a good menage love story, and Calista Fox always delivers!

Scarlet Drake is an insurance fraud investigator. Her new case regards a stolen art collection and she gets more than she bargained for. Thus ends up meeting Michael and his stepbrother Sam. To say it's lust at first sight is an understatement . . . The chemistry is off the walls, and the suspense had me on the edge of my seat!

Definitely my new favorite by Calista Fox, a perfect menage love story that all erotic lovers should read!

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A fun story with smoky hot chemistry between the 3 main characters, who come together through mystery and suspense, only to later realise just how much they really do need each other. The plot was a little predictable at times yet it still held my interest right up until that ending. I'm really enjoying the books from these verses, looking forward to the next one. I really hope there is a next one.

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What a great book! The story line is so much more that just a MFM romance and there is a lot of depth to these characters. Each character is dealing woth some massive tragic back story and to see how much they actually need each other to pull each other from the darkness that threatens to consume them makes this book fantastic! There are so many good parts to this book it is hard to pick just a few to put in this review. When Sam came to her rescue with Rudy in his truck, melt my heart hot guy who rescues the dog and then comes to the rescue of the girl, so swoon worth! The end of this book is just perfect! It could not have ended any better, my heart was breaking for them as I was devouring the final few chapters!

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I really enjoyed this book, but not as much as book one from the series. The book was fairly paced and held my interest. It was steamy, as to be expected from a Calista Fox book, but had a good balance of plot/erotica.

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I really didn't enjoy this book at all, don't know why I finished it. I didn't feel chemistry between any of the characters, and the mystery totally fell flat.

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Michael and Sam are step brothers who sometimes share woman.....Scarlet is looking into an art theft from the guys family home.......she finds lies......SAMs real father and twin brother (which he's never known) passion and finally love. This book is steamy hot and filled with suspens. Another great book!!!!

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I really enjoyed this story. I loved the characters and the menage with multiple characters.
Plus the bonus is there was a bit of mystery happening too.
Very good story. Highly recommend it!!

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Scarlet Drake can't resist a puzzle. And she's got a doozy of one -- find out what happened to $18 million dollars of artwork before the statute of limitations is up. Unfortunately standing in her way are two blindingly handsome and sexy stepbrothers, Michael Vandenberg and Sam Reed. As she grows closer to the men, she can't help but feel torn between her duty to her client and the undeniable attraction she feels toward both men.

There's a certain suspension of disbelief one has to have with this book. Three best friends all entering ménage à trois is a little far-fetched, but it doesn't make the story any less fun. And it is fun. Scarlet is the sex-positive, intelligent, headstrong but still empathetic heroine we deserve. She knows who she is and what she wants and all of her conflicts come not from her flaws, but from her greatest strengths.

Every woman needs their own Sam Reed. The man is sensitive, caring, a good cook, good with animals, and considerate in bed. He's got aspects of both an alpha and beta male, and I honestly really liked him. Michael was fun, but I didn't connect to him in the same way I did Sam.

The overarching plot, find out what happened to the artwork, definitely drove the story. The hints toward the perpetrator were laid early on but still were surprising when actually revealed.

My biggest problem, and what ultimately knocked this down a star, was actually some of the sex. Specifically the anal sex. While I appreciated the author taking the time to mention that Scarlet had prepped herself in anticipation of having anal sex, that wasn't enough. Proper lube was not used in several situations which had me wincing, not enjoying, those scenes, and there wasn't enough preparation for one of the later acts... which was compounded by the lack of lube. The vaginal, oral, and foreplay were all well-written and hot. Which is why was so disappointed with the later scenes.

In all, I enjoyed this book. And am happy to give it:

Four stars

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This was a really fun romance novel! I got to know and love the characters quickly, and the mystery kept me intrigued. I'll be checking out the earlier books in the series.

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Good chemistry between the characters although at times their dialogue seemed a bit predictable. However, the plot and suspense was very entertaining! Twists and turns that you wouldn't expect which impact all of the characters. Even the ending was somewhat surprising. The plot, suspense and ménage affair makes this worth reading!


Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for an advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

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I'll start off by saying that this book was so much better than Book 1 (I didn't read Book 2). It actually had a great plot with intrigue/mystery that kept me eager until the very end. If I had one complaint, it's that the epilogue didn't give any details into how things went for all parties involved after the case was solved. So I was left just wondering and a bit disappointed in that. And where were they living now? That was an issue before the end, so it was still an unknown factor after the epilogue.

Scarlet Drake is an insurance fraud investigator that is out to determine whether or not $18 million in paintings from the Vandenberg estate were stolen or whether fraud was committed. The trail leads her to Michael Vandenberg, a real estate tycoon, who received a hefty sum of money shortly after the insurance claim was paid. Michael has been avoiding her for months, but once he finally agrees to meet with her and gets one look at Scarlet, he knows he's done for. There's just something about the red head that draws him in. They end up in bed pretty quickly after that and the heat level between these two is off the charts.

After that dead end in her investigation, Scarlet heads to Montana to visit Michael's stepbrother, Sam, who also received a lump sum of money not too long after Michael did. Sam is such a sweet guy though who suffered the loss of his fiance and unborn child and hasn't really been able to move on with another woman in those years since their deaths. So he just runs his horse training ranch and keeps away from women (and emotions). Well, then Scarlet arrives and he suddenly has a libido lol. They go at it the same day, go figure, then she heads back home the next day.

Neither brother can stay away from Scarlet, so of course they agree to a menage relationship and once again, things are hot in the bedroom. Things get a bit crazy there with them trying to figure out how to work this all out since they live in 3 different states, but somehow they manage to still find the time to hook up a couple times and fall in love. Yes, it was all a bit fast, but when you know, I guess you know.

And on top of this, there's lots of drama and mystery surrounding those paintings and even some criminal activity, so it definitely keeps you on your toes and guessing.

They get their HEA, I just wish the last chapter and epilogue weren't so rushed so that we could have closure.

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I loved the main characters of this book. It is not only a good romance but there is suspense too.

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