WOW!!!!! This is my first book by Kate Meader! During the first chapter I wasn't sure if it was a book for me! By chapter 2, I was HOOKED!! The chemistry between Lucas and Trinity is so HOT!!! Story line was amazing!! I seriously stayed up all night to finish it. I might be grumpy at work, but it was so worth it! Going through trials, betrayals, emotions, hurt, divorce, this book is AMAZING! There were times I wanted to tell at Lucas or Trinity because they were making mistakes, but it all works out in the end. Their love and connection in this book was captivating! I've found a new author I love!!

I’m all for eccentric British heroes and this book really delivered on that. Lucas was the perfect man with plenty of demons haunting him who meets Trinity, a woman with just as many demons in her own closet. It seemed kind of weird that these two very different characters would get together but, the author worked in such a great story that I couldn’t imagine these two characters with anyone but with each other.

I was so looking forward to this book. I loved the first book in the series, and was anxiously awaiting this one. Unfortunately, this didn’t work for me at all. I had a really hard time connecting with these characters. I thought Lucas was absolutely ridiculous. Their first meet didn’t go well at all. I just could not see any kind of chemistry between them. But, while I didn’t connect with Lucas and Trinity, I did enjoy seeing the other characters from the series, especially Max and Charlie. I’m also excited to see Grant and Aubrey’s story in the next book in the series.

* ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Lucas Wright met an intriguing woman at a bachelor party named Trinity Jones, the instant chemistry they shared was electric, and something he wanted to explore further. But a couple days after their lust filled meeting he discovers that she just so happens to be the sister in-law of one his clients, which means taking things any further with her would go against all the rules in his book. But his heart and libido don't seem to want to follow the rules... no matter how hard he tries to deny them!

Trinity Jones is a fiercely independent woman with a heart of gold, and the self proclaimed protector of her family. With her sister divorcing her deadbeat husband, and drama at a all time high, her protective instincts are on high alert. But they fail to detect that the man representing him in the divorce is also the man she fell head over heels for the other night at a bachelor party. As much as she likes Lucas, she just can't seem to get past the fact that he has her brother in-laws back in the divorce, starting anything with him would only spell trouble. But convincing her heart of that fact seems to be losing battle, every time he is near the sparks start to fly and her heart skips a beat!

Within the pages of Illegally Yours you will find a story that is brimming with heartfelt emotion and toe curling sexy times. From their very first encounter you could feel the chemistry brewing between these two, and the harder they tried to deny, the stronger it became. Their relationship was supposed to be forbidden, but love found a way to bend the rules, and push boundaries to get these two lovebirds closer together. Their love connection came with many of challenges and drama, but once these two finally let love in they were unstoppable! I really enjoyed this newest installment in the Laws of Attraction series, the story line was unique and entertaining, and the characters were superbly crafted. Highly recommend this one to readers who like angst filled forbidden romance, this one is certain to put a good squeeze on your heart and stir up your emotions!

I requested an advanced copy of this title from NetGalley, and I am leaving my honest opinion.

At 27, Lucas Wright is the youngest attorney in the law firm he works for. He’s always been sort of a brainiac. He’s also known as the office clown, always with a good laugh. While attending a bachelor party at a swanky type of speakeasy, he sets eyes on the most beautiful woman he’s ever seen, who also happens to be the whiskey expert. Trying his best to get her attention just for himself, sort of backfires, since he practically makes an arse of himself.
Trinity Jones, loves her job as a whiskey sommelier. She’s very proud of her degree. When a hunky British man tries to win her attention at a tasting bachelor party, Trinity isn’t sure what to make of this guy. He’s funny and trying his best to get her attention. One thing she can say for sure, is that Lucas is persistent. It is undeniable that they do have a strong chemistry, but Trinity has her family to worry about and getting involved. Her sister. Is going thru a nasty divorce and she needs to be there for her and her nephew and niece. Then she finds out that Lucas is the attorney for her sister’s husband. Just as they were getting to know each other.
Not be deterred, Lucas will not give up a chance in happiness, so he sets out to get a written consent from his client so he can date Trinity. But things don’t always go as planned. First of his past keeps him from being honest with Trinity, and he can also sense that she has secrets of her own.
This is really a beautiful love story, with twists and turns that will keep you up till all,hours reading. But you will be glad you did.

Trinity Jones is one of those confident, caring, badass heroines you’d love to have on your side. I adored her immediately. Lucas Wright, on the other hand, took a while to warm up to. His arrogance and cheekiness were a little over the top. Each time he would always follow up with something just endearing enough to win me back.

What was almost a deal breaker? Lucas being the cutthroat attorney for Trinity’s brother-in-law in a contentious divorce from Trinity’s sister. The author asked a lot of her readers creating a hero who wooed the heroine while actively trying to destroy the one person she fiercely protected and loved most. It was a fine line, but Meader pulled it off as I trusted she would.

Illegally Yours was a fun, enjoyable, sometimes emotional story with several great moments. It held my interest–unlike most books these days–which is actually saying a lot. It didn’t “wow” me like most of Meader’s books. Admittedly, that could be blamed on my month’s long book funk that has become extremely frustrating.

Now I’m anxiously awaiting Aubrey and Grant’s story. Since book one I’ve speculated on what caused their marriage to collapse. Whatever the reason, I trust Kate Meader to make it entertaining and most likely emotional.

3.5 stars

An advance copy was provided by the publisher through NetGalley, and I chose to write a review.

I enjoyed this storyline and all the characters. Lucas was an arrogant divorce attorney that I adored and found myself rooting for while reading. Trinity I wanted to dislike because she didn’t put herself first, instead being too giving and giving in too easily to everyone else’s demands. When they meet it certainly created one heck of a conflict that was fun to watch and had me turning the pages wanting to know their outcome. This is one I recommend for all looking for a second chance at life and romance for two deserving characters.

There is so much that I want to say about this book and I really have no idea where to start. I absolutely LOVED this book. I really want to read Then Came You now it's the next one in the Laws of Attraction series. I absolutely adore the nerdiness that goes throughout this book. Dr. Who, Harry Potter and so much more. It makes my inner nerd scream out with joy. It also has the main female character in a career that generally is a man ran field which is absurd. I love whiskey. Thank you for making Lucas my new book boyfriend. The romance that is between these two is absolutely off the charts! The heart in the story makes you want the book to never end but also see how it ends. Some of the lessons you may learn along with the characters is just outstanding! I highly suggest this romance to anyone who loves a good romance. Keep an eye out for it to be published on January 22, 2019!

If you’re looking for a sexy, unrepentant flirt, and life of the party hero to add some heat to your life, look no further than divorce attorney Lucas Wright of Illegally Yours.

Super smart, inordinately charming and witty, Lucas can have any woman he wants until he meets Trinity Jones, his client’s soon to be ex-sister-in-law. Trinity is smoking hot, strong and independent, super protective of her younger sister and completely irresistible to hotshot Brit, who can’t help but fall for her no matter how hard he tries to resist her and the ethical complication she poses.

Meader writes with effortless charm and a skilled hand plunging Lucas and Trinity headfirst into their attraction while adding complications to their push-pull interactions. I can never wait to dive into her books because of her swoon worthy heroes and Lucas is no exception. I feel for him and his self-assured inner monologues and unapologetic seductive ways from page one and couldn’t put the book down until I hit the end.

I just can’t say enough about this man. Besides his appealing British accent and all the things I’ve mentioned before, he’s patient and willing to play the long game. He’s sincere and honest and found ways to help and woo Trinity despite the ethical hurdle that was between him and Trinity.

I was a bit put off by Trinity’s overprotective, helicopter sister tendencies which enabled to drive a wedge between her and Lucas, but understood Lucas’ difficulties with letting go of his past which were justified given the magnitude of what he underwent.

With this story of two scarred people who help one another find happiness, Meader presents a super sensual, playful and heartfelt story.

Illegally Yours is book #2 of the Laws of Attraction series by author Kate Meader. It is a standalone contemporary romance, told from both points of view.

Divorce attorney Lucas Wright has discovered Ms Perfect at a bachelor party whiskey tasting, and it's highly inconvenient for them both!

For one thing, her sister is divorcing his client, but that comes out later. For another, she's the sommelier and he makes a drunken smartass first impression. Third, her nephew is on the youth soccer team he's coaching and she's a very hands-on aunt. They keep running into each other and the chemistry is unlike any he's felt before. Then she comes down with a cold and he can play the white knight for her, even if it means losing a client who thinks he's throwing it to the opposing side...

He's ready to take all the skeletons out of his own closet for the love of Trinity Jones. Can he convince her that he's willing to play for keeps? Will she stand up for her own happiness and not her baby sister's alone?

This relationship has Layers. Being soccer-mom eye candy will never again be enough for Lucas.

Fantastic book! This is one of the best romances I've read in awhile. I loved the build up to the relationship, from their unconventional beginning, the interactions and quirks of the characters were endearing and completely pulled me in. I loved how no one person was wholly right or wrong, but made it easy to see both sides of the situation. I really enjoyed the storytelling from the two different perspectives, it felt more like reliving the memory of how they came to be, than just being told a story. Lucas and Trinity were so hot together. For me, this book is a definite must read.

I loved every part of this book. From the interrracial couple angle to the beautifully written prose. What I appreciate the most was how real these people seemed to me. I liked that the lead character was in a non-traditional for an AA woman role. Yes! We can be/do anything!!! Thank you, dear author.

I didn’t finish this book. I got so lost or wrapped up in the divorce and how awful the father is described and yet his attorney is going after custody of the kids when it is all money driven and not because he wants to be with them. After we established that info it was hard to like the attorney for anything else much less root for him to find love. I just couldn’t do it and so I stopped reading and moved on.

Divorce attorney Lucas Wright met sommelier Trinity Jones and is instantly attracted. Unfortunately for him when they meet at a later date, Lucas has been retained as the lawyer for Trinity's brother in law. Both characters were ok for me. We were constantly reminded of Lucas and his British charm and maybe it was just too much. I wish there had been more scenes with Trinity in her professional capacity. I did feel she was overprotective of her sister and that became frustrating for me as the story developed.


I received an ARC via Net Galley.

I always look forward to Kate Meader's books. I think that she's one of the most underrated authors in the Contemporary Romance genre'.
I was so happy to get my hands on Illegally Yours.
I'm not fond of attorneys in real life, but I've enjoyed the endless possibilities when a Hero or Heroine is an attorney in Romancelandia
In this case, Lucas is a divorce attorney, Trinity, the heroine is a whiskey sommelier. Lucas, is out with some friends when meets Trinity. He's a little drunk and (of course) makes a fool of himself. His attempts at flirting fall flat. Trinity is no fool. She is, however, attracted to Lucas.
Somehow, Lucas gets another chance. Trinity and Lucas have instant chemistry. The sparks fly. Oh, did I mention that Lucas is a sexy Brit, staying in the U.S.?
Trinity has taken care of her sister Emily, even after they've grown. Emily is a mother of 2 kids-
and is going through a messy divorce.
I loved how Lucas is so determined to find a way to be Trinity-even with the conflict with his job.
I don't want to give too much away, but I will say, I loved the writing, the characters, their flaws and strengths. My least favorite- didn't like at all was Emily's soon to be ex-husband Brian. I really didn't like Emily either. Trinity loves her sister. Trinity is the strong one. Emily seemed to know how to just let her sister handle things for her.
Sounds like a hot mess. It sounds like a slice of life. Thank God, not mine!
Trinity is conflicted and feels guilty when she's happy with Lucas.
Lucas still has ties to the UK. I won't say anymore. I loved these two. I wanted the jerks to get out of their way. Lucas goes back and forth to London fairly often. He's a wonderfully reliable guy. How did he get to be a divorce attorney?
I loved this story and want to read it again (or the audio!). I loved her Chicago Rebels (hockey) series & Hot in Chicago series. I received an ARC from Netgalley 5 stars!
This can be a standalone. Small roles with book #1 H & h Max and Charlie.

Illegally Yours started off rocky for me, but I grew to love Trinity and Lucas along with their ragtag group of friends. Trinity and Lucas met on page one as Lucas attended a whiskey-tasting party that Trinity was working. The attraction was immediate which typically isn't my cup of tea, but both had obstacles to overcome that had me rooting for them. Trinity considered herself responsible for her family's happiness and often her own took the backseat. Lucas smiled his way through everything and truth be told, he was a bit too much until I understood his story and values. Both characters underwent some major growth and I was surprised that I was able to see both sides of the story when the inevitable fight happened. This is my first book from the Laws of Attraction series and I'll be sure to start from the beginning.

This is my first time reading this author and I was truly delighted. Trinity and Lucas' story was everything. The chemistry between the characters was off the charts. The secondary characters enhanced the story line and brought both comic relief and realism to the story. Worth the read.

ARC received from NetGalley for an honest review.

Another wonderfully written romance by the great Kate Meader! When Hottie, badass Brit attorney, Lucas Wright, hooks up with Trinity Jones, a sexy whiskey sommelier, he didn’t realize it would be a conflict of interest. He represents Trinity’s sister’s douchey almost ex-husband, and she is extremely overprotective of her.

This forbidden romance has humor, angst, love, sex, attitude, heartache and all the feels! I enjoyed it and would recommend it! The characters were great, the storyline was great, and Kate Meader is always a joy to read!

<strong>Illegally Yours</strong> is the second book in the <a href="http://bookbinge.com/reviews/series/laws-of-attraction/">Laws of Attraction</a> series by <a href="http://bookbinge.com/reviews/authors/kate-meader/">Kate Meader</a>. The series follows a trio of lawyers who opened a law firm together as they fumble their way toward that happily ever after. The first book, <a href="http://bookbinge.com/2018/08/review-down-with-love-kate-meader/">Down with Love</a>, featured the first friend, Max Henderson. He fell in love with the wedding planner that was planning his brother's wedding and <strong>Illegally Yours</strong> follows the second friend, Lucas Wright, as he falls for the sommelier who hosts the bachelor party that all of the boys attend.

There was a small hiccup surrounding the first cover of this book a few weeks ago and I was a little disappointed with the way that the author handled the whole situation. Lucky for her, the publisher came right in and fixed the issue and the new cover featured a more appropriate heroine and I was super glad because the heroine on the new cover? That is Trinity freaking Jones.

Anyway, so this book starts off at the bachelor party and Lucas sees Trinity for the first time. He is immediately attracted to her but even though Trinity thinks he's a good-looking man, she also thinks that he's an asshole so he's not for her. Lucas starts trying to charm the socks off of Trinity and gets a drink poured over his head for his troubles. I actually thought their meet cute was a cute one...and I also really enjoyed seeing their romance blossom.

Trinity's sister is going through a pretty nasty divorce and Trinity is doing everything in her power to support her because her soon to be ex-brother in law is a real piece of work and when she finds out that Lucas is his attorney, she's really off the Lucas Wright train. Lucas struggles with that conflict of interest because he wants Trinity and he wants her bad. Seeing that struggle made their story more interesting and I thought it was handled well.

Both Trinity and Lucas are really going through it in this book. Trinity with the heavy weight of the family burdens that she takes on her shoulders, trying to be there for her sister at the same time have her own life is hard for Trinity and she didn't know how tight she held the reins around that until Lucas came into her life. Being with Lucas was going to be hard on her sister and yet, not being with Lucas was hard on her.

There was a lot more to Lucas than I first thought. When we met him in <a href="">Down with Love</a>, he was loud and crass and I didn't think there was much there but boy was I wrong. He's got family issues that would make me cry and I loved seeing him open his world up to Trinity. Sure, they fumbled their way around for a little bit but I thought Meader did a great job of telling their story in a way that kept me right in the center of it all.

Overall, this book was a solid romance and even though I liked it, I didn't love it the way that I loved her hockey books but still, this is a good read and I recommend it if you're in the mood for some lawyer loving. Lucas is great and Trinity is fabulous heroine who you will be cheering for.

<strong>Grade: 4 out of 5</strong>

Lucas and Trinity have a hot chemistry, but can’t be together due to Lucas representing Trinity’s sister’s soon to be ex-husband. I enjoyed Trinity’s devotion to her sister and her family, but Lucas really stands out with his British accent and snarky humor. If you have enjoyed previous Kate Meader books, I think you will also enjoy this one.