3.5/5
Jay Rose has featured in the series from the very beginning as Miles' (Everything For Her) fiesty Executive PA. Jay prides herself on her organizational skills and getting the job done, her demand for excellence doesn't win her any friends compounding Jay's inherent loneliness. The only person that has shown her any form of friendship is the digital security guru, Jordan. Determined to push aside her attraction to Jordan in an effort to connect on a friendship level, Jay begins to rely on Jordan sharing pieces of her life, the ups and the downs with him.

For his part, Jordan is utterly adorable, falling hard and fast the moment he set eyes on Jay, Jordan is determined to work his way beneath Jay's prickly exterior and into her heart. From their first meeting, Jordan's alpha instincts kicked into overdrive, determined to protect Jay from even the smallest piece of discomfort. Jay embarks on a quest to shield Jay while breaking down her barriers, memorizing her schedule and keeping watch via the security system are just a few of the ways Jordan operates. While it would seem excessive and a little deranged, the whole protection service actually appears quite endearing when in association with Jordan. You see, Jordan is a truly caring person, ensuring his father is taken care of and his friends are happy, he really is one of the good ones.

When Jay uncovers some shady dealings at play within Osbourne Corporation she becomes the target of the villains in question. The danger ramps up Jay's testosterone levels in his pursuit of the scoundrels threatening Jay and his future happiness.

The previous couples, Miles and Mallory along with Paige and Ryan, play pivotal roles in the plot. I loved seeing how their relationships had progressed and completely loved Miles' character development. 

In true Alexa Riley style, Claimed blends sweet and steam creating the guilty pleasure romance we have come to associate with the writing duo. I really like how all of the plot threads are brought to completion within the story alongside the glimpse of the future for Jordan and Jay ♥

I was sitting between a 3 and four stars with this one. We all know that I'm trash for Alexa Riley's standalones, but it's no secret that I was not a fan of the first book in this series. When I saw this was available to request on Netgalley, I requested it just to see if it got better. And it did.

Now it still had faults, but I actually enjoyed the romance between Jay and Jordan. That's what ended up giving it the four star rating. This had the insta love that I  crave and they were simply adorable to read about. 

When Jordan finally wanted to get out the friend zone and show Jay that he intended to claim her, MAN it got hot! I loved seeing his possessive side come out. Poor Jay didn't know what hit her.  

Like I said earlier the book did have its faults. I was getting quite annoyed with Jay when she started getting threatened. Like rolling my eyes annoyed. 

All in all, it was a good read with romance and suspense together. I recommend if you like Alexa Riley but always wanted a longer book from them!

I often struggle with Alexa Riley's longer book. For me they, seem to lack the chemistry that their shorter reads have however I thought this writing duo did a great with Claimed.

Jordan is probably one of the sweetest Alpha males you're going to read. He's a bear when has to be but a softie when he wants to be. He has strong family values which started with his parents, specifically his Pops. It's evident that his father is still in love with his mom long after she passed away.

Jay and her sister Summer didn't have a conventional childhood. Their parents were not overly affectionate or parental. Jay had raised Summer and herself and kept order in a world filled with chaos. This carried her though adulthood. She keeps order as an executive assistant at Osborn Corp.

The beginning was a bit slow as these two dance around each other but I found this slow build helped solidify their relationship. They quickly turn their friendship into something more. These two inexperienced lovers definitely brought the cute. They also had a hand in creating a circle of friends and family that were always the to help and support them.

The suspense is laced throughout the book which helps keep the story interesting. It wasn't over the top but enough to keep you interested.

The final chapter of this book is what sealed my like for this adorable couple!

Another winner from Alexa Riley! Jordan was obsessive and possessive. Alexa Riley fans rejoice!

Alexa Riley is the go to writing duo when you’re looking for something short, sassy, angst free and with scorching heat. Claimed fits the bill perfectly. Longer than their quickies, this one has a bit of drama and mystery as well as suspense included. There is still plenty of insta-everything but this time there’s a friendship that developed before either of these characters showed their feelings.

Jay is smart and independent. She works hard and doesn’t back down when confronted by a problem or someone out to harm her. Jordan is a computer whiz and he stalks her via the security feeds at their place of work. He doesn’t try to hide the fact and Jay kind of likes that he does so.
Together this couple were so sweet and charming. Their chemistry was steaming and their possessiveness in regards to each other was equal. While the mystery might not have been all that mysterious, it added depth to what was a very enjoyable read.

I read AR to get out of my head, refresh my reader’s palate and satisfy my need for a sweet h, an alpha H, lots of heat, an HEA, and babies. Mission accomplished.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book provided by NetGalley and Carina Press. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Dual POV
Safe – no ow/om drama

Jordan is a security expert and when he meets Jay Rose assistant to the boss it's love at first sight. Jay seems to put him directly into the friend zone. Jordan takes his times coaxing her to out of that belief. Once he does though things get hot. This book confused me at times. I liked Jordan and Jay but the intensity and focus of this story seem to slip from one extreme to another. I thought it was a contemporary romance but when Jay gets into some serious trouble things get extremely intense. Jordan comes across as this nerdy type in some ways and alpha in other ways. Jay is this strong woman who knows how to handle herself at work and then let's Jordan tell her what to do. I somehow still really enjoyed the book. I loved Jordan and Jay because they would do anything for each other.



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Jordan and Jay were such a cute couple! We got the overly possessive, stalking Hero in Jordan that Alexa Riley is known for but he was also a bit shy at first. I was surprised to see our main couple have a normal, fumbling and nervous start to their relationship. They were adorable!

I'm not sure if shy is the right word I should use for Jordan. His and Jay's start to their relationship had him come off as the IT nerd who can't make a complete sentence in front of Jay, which puts him in the friend zone at first. In the background we get that protective but stalkerish Hero we all expect from AR. He's in IT, he's got access to everything. Enough said.

Jay comes off as the confident one until Jordan makes the move out of the friend zone. Then Jay becomes the nervous klutz and it was adorable! Their first date should have been a complete disaster but all Jordan cares about is being with Jay. Once Jay gets threatened, then his caveman really comes out!

I've always wanted longer books from this author. This is my first full length book of Alexa Riley and it didn't disappoint! I have not read the first two books in the series...yet, but you don't need to to be able to read this one. They are all standalone books that carry over some of the same characters. ARC provided by NetGalley.

I really enjoyed this quick read. Jay & Jordan really work as a couple;they have such awesome chemistry. I loved his protectiveness of her. The story really flowed well and the characters were very likable. Equal parts sweet, funny and steamy.

I received this ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

I feel this book was over done. I loved the suspense but I felt like it repeated itself. I didn't find the way Jordan was absolutely obsessed with Jay sexy at all. I found it quite unnerving. the story had its good qualities but for me the were completely overshadowed by the parts that were constantly being overplayed.

2.5-3 stars

Oh man... this one didn’t work for me.
Ok.... it took me a little bit to get into this book. I wasn’t really feeling this one. It seemed to drag.
And I wasn’t feeling the pace of this book. I’m 40% in and only a couple of sexual experiences have happened.... no actual sex yet.

Unfortunately... it just didn’t work for me. There wasn’t a balance for me. I think that’s why this book felt like it dragged. It wasn’t bad. But I just didn’t feel the rush I love to feel when reading an Alexa Riley book.

Then we have the main characters. Jordan really took his time with Jay. He was very unsure about crossing over the friend zone line. I’m use to these very alpha male leads in these authors books. So it was very hard to embrace Jordan standoffishness with Jay. It changes once they get together. But I never really felt he lived up to the possessive lead I’ve come to love in these authors books.

And Jay.... I had a hard time with her. I just wasn’t feeling her. She’s just not grabbing me.

This book wasn’t all bad for me... it had its moments. But overall.... it was just ok. I pretty much love most of Alexa Riley’s books. But I think I need to stay clear of this series if there’s more books to come out. I just don’t think this series is for me.

Great book!!! I really enjoyed this book!! I'll definitely read the others in this series! This book is about Jordan and Jay, Jordan is part of the security team of Osbourne corp, he's alpha and hot! I really liked his character jay is workaholic and she lit up the pages!! I enjoyed her character a lot!!! These two heat up the pages and I highly recommend this book and series!!! Thank you netgalley and publishers for sharing this book with me!!! And thank you Alexa Riley for another amazing read!!

Claimed is by far my favorite book in this series and may even be my favorite book by the duo thus far - and that’s saying a lot since I’m a diehard fan and have read just about all of their books. There was just something about Jordan and Jay that I adored. It was the typical dynamic that I’ve come to expect from the authors: a strong alpha-type male obsessed with a petite quirky female (usually upon first laying eyes upon her). I think Jordan stood out to me because he’s sweeter and more mild tempered than other AR leads and I REALLY loved his backstory and relationship with his father and the part that plays in the story. The storytelling was done in a style very typical of Alexa Riley and was therefore very entertaining but I especially loved the inclusion of Jordan and Jay’s first meeting at the end of the book. It was the cherry on top of a very delectable sundae. 5 out of 5 wine glasses.

Incredibly sweet, full of funny moments and surprises.

This adorably cute novel is the perfect way to pamper your inner romantic. Friends-to-lovers romance at work, with a double POV that shows how deeply fascinated Jordan is with the woman of his dreams, and how adorkably eager Jay is to fall for the scarred man of few words she has lunch with every day at work.

Hilarious dates, infinite patience from a man with his girl, and welcomed appearances from couples in other novels n the series are just a few of the things I loved about this story. He's calm, resourceful. She's smart and assertive yet melts when he gives her syrupy pleasure. Those steamy scenes were enough to make you forget time!

Don't let the cute and lovely fool you, though. There's some gut-wrenching drama too, surrounding family and a danger lurking in the bowels of Osbourn Corp. The story grows so much more than I'd anticipated. I enjoyed how computer science was incorporated into the action. From cute to deep and meaningful, this romance encompasses true love, and the courage to let go of it to love even more. Beautiful all throughout, even that inspirational epilogue that feels like paradise :-D

Alexa Riley is one of my favorites. Claimed is a good solid romance with heat. Jordan an Jay are perfect together. Jordan is your typical guy but when he meets Jay, he is head over heels in love and lust. Jay is a workaholic with not time for romance but that doesn't stop Jordan. Good well-written story with an interesting plot.

Gahhhh sweeetness overload!!!!

This dynamic duo never fails to grab my attention with their smutastic stories.

I luuuurved both Jordan and Jay as character! just bloody adorable. They start off as friends all cutesy with a crush that they think is a secret when in reality everyone but them can see it!. It's a slow burn romance.. teasing us mercilessly throughout with fiery chemistry and adorable sweet moments. Together they just melt me! They had zero luck when it came to dates but bless them it was freaking hilarious reading the shit that happened, like tears rolling down my face hil-fucking-arious.

Definitely one of my favourites from these authors!. It's has those swoon worthy moments that have you sighing in utter satisfaction. You have humour by the boatload and a little suspense/action to keep things interesting. Great chemistry between all the characters and a nice pace to the story. It's written seemlessly with a little of everything so as per usual I have zero complaints. Another fabulous story.

I kindly received this ARC from the publisher via netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Jay and Jordan...such a sweet pursuit in this story! I’m not sure why the author chose such confusing names, but Jay is the female, Jordan is the male, and together they make a great couple.

Jay is a type of character I love to read. He’s plain NICE! That’s such a rare thing anymore. There’s no silent alpha brooding and rudeness here, but make no mistake because this is a MAN. He will do whatever it takes to keep Jay safe and happy.

Jay is a likable character, too. She adores Jordan. This is the kind of book that will leave a smile on your face.

There is some danger in the book and being a Riley book, lots and lots of intimate scenes. This book is a quick and enjoyable read.

Claimed is the third book in the series and could be read as a standalone. I loved loved Jordan and Jay. They had amazing chemistry and were perfect for each other!! Jordan was a typical alpha and sweet to Jay! Jay was strong and also sweet! I loved Pops! He was a great character! I loved this book!

Jordan and Jay are EVERYTHING. They're adorable and sexy and smokin' hot and when things turn bad, they keep their wits. Okay, maybe they had a moment or two where they gave into their doubts, but they rallied and pulled through. *draws glitter hearts around them*

Jordan knows Jay's the one for him the first time he lays eyes on her. Likewise, Jay feels a powerful attraction to Jordan. They both keep it under wraps, though, because they don't want to mess up their friendship. Then all the pieces click and suddenly they're a couple.

An adorable, sexy, kinda possessive, but still sweetly awkward couple. I <3 them so hard.

When a bad set of circumstances lands Jay in a volatile situation, Jordan rallies the troops (well, the troops are rallied whether he was the one doing it or not) and sets out to make sure the woman of his dreams comes out of it in one piece. I must say, I love a well-oiled team and the Osbourne Corp crew are just that.

With all the trademark highs of an Alexa Riley love-fest, I <3 this book HAAAARD!

I can't say enough how much I love Alexa Riley's books. I have them all and have read, and reread, them so many times.

I love that the series is continuing with Jordan and Jay. I hope they write about everyone in the Osbourne Corporation just so the series never ends! lol Jordan is the computer hacker for Osbourne's security team. Jay is the personal assistant, right-hand woman to Miles, the president of the company. As per usual, it was insta-love when Jordan met Jay. Of course it took a little while of being friends before he made his move but it was worth it!

Likeable characters, great story, fantastic book!

➳Insta-love is always the specialty of AR, but this love story has gone to the next level of geekiness and romance that I am addicted to...

➳Jordan and Jay officially have a special place in my heart when it comes down to the whole inst-love romance. Starting off as friends because they cannot share their mutual feelings towards each other, Jordan and Jay have found a way to interact with so much tenderness and love. For Jordan, Jay is the one and only that he wants to spend every single free time he has with her and the rest of his life with. Though obstacles come in the way of their love, they both make their way towards each in a way that also brings joy to the rest of their environment.

➳I am not one who always likes so much drama in a story, especially for one that is by Alexa Riley, but the drama in this story was definitely something that kept everything balanced with the romance part of it all. The angst between Jay and Jordan is also present, but it diminishes once Jordan finally admits his feelings towards Jay.

➳We also get a more in depth insight of the previous characters in the series such as Oz and Mallory and their "post" honeymoon phase, but in reality their phase never stopped since Oz is addicted to her. Overall this is a romance story that can be described as different in comparison to the other short stories that AR has written and will keep writing, but it also has that same vibe of insta-love, alpha, possessive males who just want to devour their soul mate. Call me crazy but I love that about AR and I cannot wait to read more on their story. Thank you to Carina Press & Harlequin for sending me an ARC of this beauty!