So, I became a fan of Charmaine Pauls when reading the Loan Shark Duet that I absolutely LOVED!

This of course is a bit of a different story, not as dark as the Loan Sharks books. The story is about younger man courting older women. Brain is a younger man from the wrong side of the tracks. Jane lives int he well to do area but has suffered through so much. There is incredible chemistry between Brain and Jane. In each of their own ways they are helping the other along in their hard times. There angst within the story, that people deal with every day that make the story very easy to read, almost like having a heart to heart with a friend.

I love this book and cannot wait to read the next book "Young Enough" Five Stars!

Wow. Where to begin? I’m not a huge fan of “cougar” books but I was pleasantly surprised by this. I love the narrative behind each character, specifically the main characters. They both have their separate lives and individual struggles but together they work.

I became so invested in this story, I found myself being upset for the heroine when she was mistreated. Oh and let me tell you about the steamy scenes..... I’ve reread them a couple of times!
Can not wait for the next installment!

Wow! This was so much more than I anticipated!

I’ve never been a huge fan of the older woman/younger man trope but I’ve loved everything I’ve read by this author so I trusted her and took a step right off into the deep end of the crazy world she always seems to create. I couldn’t be happier about it.

Jane’s husband leaves her for another woman and her life is suddenly in turmoil. Her greatest love was lost years ago and so her marriage has been one of safety, security and friendship. Now she’s faced with trespassers in the middle of the night, a stranger who cares for her yard and garden, and the desire for a man much too young for her. When her body overrides her good sense, she gives in to the yearning he arouses in her and finds herself releasing the dragon within that has been asleep for well over a decade.

Brian is taken from the moment he first lays eyes upon Jane. She’s everything he shouldn’t want and all that he longs for. When he finagles himself into her life he’s in it for keeps. Age doesn’t matter. His is an old soul and his life has been one to add to his soul’s experiences. Now that he has Jane almost where he wants her, he’s walking a tightrope to keep not only her safe, but his family and himself as well.

I am definitely in love with Brian! Oh my gawd! He’s everything you could want in a book boyfriend and more. His desire for Jane is off the charts and he doesn’t hold back for a moment. He then follows up with the upmost care and concern for her. Her happiness is all that matters to him and he will do anything to see she has what she needs even as he ensures she remains his forever.

Jane is damaged and broken and a bit uncertain about everything that involves her relationship with Brian. Except for the unwavering desire they have for one another. It doesn’t take her long to give in to the desire but she’s still battling outside forces that threaten to steal her happiness in regards to her daughter. I absolutely hurt for the things she has to endure in order to seal Abby’s desires, even at the cost of Jane’s own peace of mind.

This is a fast paced read with secondary characters that I’m not sure I trust and some I’m supposed to trust but can’t allow myself to freely do so. The steam is off the charts hot and holy cheese and crackers, I’m sure my kindle was singed a time or two. I’m not a BDSM fan but the little bit that is shared between the hero and heroine was just too perfect to be anything but delicious.

There are so many things taking place inside this story all at one time and those things kept me on the edge of my seat, waiting for just one tiny break to learn where everything is headed. However, this author refused to feed the beast within me and continued to tease and taunt me until the very end of this installment of the duet. I need book 2 like right now!

Hot!!! That is the only way to describe this book. Charmaine Pauls does it again. Jane suffers great loss between the death of the love of her life to a marriage of convenience to betrayal and divorce, but this leads her to Brian who comes to her in the beginning for the wrong reasons. Brian was hired to do a job as he needs money for his sister, but in meeting Jane there is more important things in the world than money and that is connection, uncontrollable attraction and the possibility of love. They have a connection that they can’t deny, but others have different ideas that will jeopardize that possibility.

This book was one of the best books I've ever read. I couldn't put it done. I'm going to have a book hangover from hell until I get my hands on book 2 please hurry.

It's very refreshing to read a book where the female is the older partner and not the male. This was an engaging story that sucked me in. The characters, although not too believable in every aspect, are still a joy to read. Specially their interactions with one another. You can really tell just how much he wants our heroine. Sexy and enticing, this was a great read. Recommended.

Mind blown! My heart broke for the heroine. Her ex took everything from her and kept taking everything. I found that it was hard to read and have to put it aside for awhile. Amazing writing that evoked so much emotion. Another hit out of the park by this author!

4.5 Stars
Review by Amy W.
Late Night Reviewer
Up All Night w/ Books Blog

My, my, my! Old Enough by Charmaine Pauls was not at all what I was expecting, it was a whole lot more!

I don't want to ruin the story, but I will say that from the beginning I was hook on Brian and Jane's romance. I thought that this was going to be a quick and erotic story. What I got was a super erotic, highly involved story that was so much more than what meets the eye. And because I am a weirdo, I was super excited that there was a cliffhanger because that means there is more coming and I cannot wait!

This was my first book by Ms. Pauls and I was not disappointed. The story flowed well and kept me intrigued all the way to the end. Age ain't nothing but a number, pick this hot as sin book up ASAP!

**ARC provided for honest review**

Holy wow! This book is dark, dirty and totally depraved in the best ways. The story follows middle-aged divorcee Jane who is seduced by a barely legal Brian. Aside from the age difference, their story is full of secrets and skeletons that threaten their long term success. This book was so emotional and totally consuming that at times I needed a break to process their story. Be ready to feel every emotion as you read along. Im definitely looking forward to reading the conclusion. The smut is real people, so this book gets a full 5 chilli peppers of hotness!

Thanks NetGalley for the ARC!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book (from NetGalley). All thoughts and opinions are my own. This novel had a lot of depth. The backstory was just as good as the advertised excitement. With fully developed characters, who have motives for their actions, this was a fabulous read. I was better able to relate to the female protagonist, but also really appreciated the point-of-view alternating between the two characters. It was fascinating--I couldn't put it down. I anxiously await the next installment coming out in August! (This seems like the best medicine for a 40 something divorcee, however, their was enough fore-shadowing to make me worry about the future of these characters!!!).
Thank you to both NetGalley and Charmaine Pauls.

I was generously given an ARC for a honest review. This book was a first for me in the May/ Dec romance trope. Brian is 19 and Janet is twice his age with a 13 yr old daughter. The book deals with the baggage each character brings to a relationship and that's not even including the age thing. Brian is wonderful....even though he is only 19, he acts so much older and mature, probably because he's had to take care of his mom and sister since he was 9. He is a dominant male in and out of the bedroom and it makes for plentiful scorching hot sex scenes! Jane is a very vulnerable individual and at times I wanted to shake her so that she would get a backbone. But then her past holds her back so much...it's understandable. The whole book was very suspenseful because I kept expecting the pressures on Brian to explode! I can't wait for the next book!

I received Old Enough by Charmaine Pauls for free in exchange for an honest review. I didn't know what to expect when I first started it, but found that I got into the story quite quickly. I found the characters quite engaging (other than the ex-husband. He was a bit of a douche.) I was very sad to find it over and am anxiously awaiting the second installment. I am hoping to read more by this author, as this was my first by her.

I almost passed on this book because of the age gap trope, but I'm so glad I didn't because this book was unputdownable. I couldn't get enough of Jane and Brian's budding relationship. Although young, Brian is wise and mature beyond his years and his character was so believable, even I fell in love with him a little bit. I love what he brings out in Jane's character and I hope she continues to grow in the next book. My heart really felt so many emotions for her. She got so many bombs dropped on her and handled them with poise and grace. I do hope she stands up for herself a little more in the next book. And I hope the people that have wronged her get theirs. I know things are going to get worse before they get better, and I can't wait to read it all in Young Enough.

WOW! What a read! A cliffhanger too...argh! This is my first read by Charmaine and definitely not my last. The characters were believeable and the writing was spot on...not too wordy...and a joy to read. I had a hard time putting this book down once I started. This book is most women's dream...an much younger man who is sexy, hot and totally into us! I loved Brian. He is sweet, protective, and trying to do the right thing. I am so "upset" that I have to wait for book 2...I want it NOW!

The main character, Jane, is a woman facing a major change in her life. She finds out over dinner that her husband, the cold and disgusting Francois, has cheated on her and now wants a divorce. Years of marriage now over, Jane quietly moves on because she has a daughter to raise. When a hot, extremely younger guy named Brian trespasses on her property with his friends one night, she never thought she would ever see him again nor fall in lust for him. But nothing in this story is what it seems.

I love this story, but the cliffhanger ending makes me want to scream. This is a story with an older woman and a younger man. I loved Brian. The way he supports his family and stands up for himself and the ones he loves is wonderful. Jane is too much of a doormat for a strong guy like Brian. She allows everyone in her life to treat her like dirt, from her friends, to her ex, to her daughter. So sad. Even with this dynamic, the story is fascinating.

I received an ARC of this book from the publisher and NetGalley for my honest review.

"Old Enough" is the first novel that I have read by Charmaine Pauls. It is the steamy tale of the attraction between Jane, a woman in her mid-forties, and Brian, a man who is not quite twenty. The story abounds with secrets, threats, and unknown past histories. Jane and Brian each have secrets that they do not/cannot reveal for fear of spoiling the love they share. However, everything is coming to a head. Monkey, the neighborhood mob boss, is a constant threat, not just to Brian but to all those Brian loves. Then there is the elusive Benjamin; we don’t yet know what his ulterior motives are. Finally, there is the gypsy’s ominous warning to Jane about trust and betrayal

The story flows satisfyingly and ends on a bit of a cliff hanger. It leaves you curious as to how all the secrets will be revealed and the impact that they will ultimately have on Brian and Jane’s relationship. Can’t wait to find out in Young Enough, the second novel in this duology.

I was curious about this story and what she would do to make this reverse May to September romance an okay situation. It is funny how people view others when the man is older – that is acceptable. However, when the woman is older, then that is seen differently. Shame and disgust can be evident even from your good friends.

This story is one of those stories. A hidden secret romance that has a huge secret attached to it. However, this young man has an old soul and is dedicated to this woman, regardless of what others say and do. That can be very dangerous.

The author has brought us a solid glimpse at this budding and somewhat dark romance, with a hint of danger and a taste of suspense attached. Loaded with super hot connections and plenty of erotic steam, you will need to make sure the fans are running to keep yourself cool. I am definitely rooting for Team Brian! I need to find me one!

However, this book is just the wind up to the whole romance. Ending on a hot cliffhanger, we have to wait a bit to get the rest of the story. I, for one, cannot wait to see how this one will play out!

I was given an ARC copy of this book for an honest and truthful review. Old Enough is the story of an older woman and younger man and their relationship. But it is also so much more than that. Jane is a 40 year old recently divorcee and Brian is an almost 20 year old man. Sociaty their friends and anyone else who matters to Brian and Jane think their relationship is Taboo. Brian doesn't care what anyone thinks of what him and Jane are doing and it's all Jane can think of. Brian is hit with a task that he can't turn down because it would make life so much better for him and his family. Little does he know that to fulfill the task he'll have to hurt the one person he can't get enough of. Jane is trying to put her life back together after her husband leaves her. She is a little unsure of herself at first but Brian seems to bring out a side that she thought had long ago died with her fiancée. This book ends on a cliff hanger and I found myself screaming this can't be it! I have to know what happens! Old enough will keep you wanting more and leave you wondering what just happened?! I can't wait for the second book to come out so that I know how Brian and Jane's story will end.

Wow! My first reaction is surprised at the ending! I don’t like cliffhangers, but this one definitely makes you want more of Jane&Brian’s journey. For me it was a slow start, but built up quickly with some really awakening moments for both of them. I’m excited for the conclusion in book 2, August needs to come now.

I discovered Charmaine Pauls through her Loan Shark Duet which was taboo-y perfection. When I saw she had another duet coming out, I leapt on it. Get ready for an erotic adventure that will leave you screaming for more. Book hangover mode, here we come!

Jane has to deal with some pretty toxic people and when Brian comes along, she’s drawn to his compassion as well as his take-charge, alpha air of command. I really can’t go more into the plot than that. But there’s an age gap, our Jane is in her forties and Brian is barely twenty.

Both have to deal with their demons; they just come in different forms. By the end, the cliffhanger will just slay you because you know the ultimate secrets will be revealed soon, but how and what the repercussions will be? It’s anybody’s guess.

I’m still crying tears at that epically unfair cliffhanger. Luckily, our wait won’t be long. *makes grabby hands*

5 Blazing, Scorching, Get-Me-Book-Two Stars!