The Invitation is another hit by Jodi Ellen Malpas and this is classic Jodi writing hot possessive obsessive men and the strong fiesty woman they fall for.
This is a Rollercoaster from start to finish and you will enjoy every moment of the ride.
From the moment Amelia meets Jude at the spa,her life will never be the same again.
Jude is a man obsessed he is the epitome of an Alpha he will not take no for an answer and is on a mission to wear Amelia down.
The man is pretty much a scorching hot mystery and you will either love him or hate him..and he is keeping a secret which makes the story more intriguing..but there is a softer side to him.
Amelia is a successful independent woman but she is not immune to Jude's charms,even though she does try to resist them.
There is definately a spark between them and a combustible passion..scenes between them are hot,hot,hot,and so spicy.
The Narration to this book is solely performed by Shakira Shute she does an excellent job of playing both male and female characters in this story.
I was totally impressed by her and loved listening to her voice.
Now this book is a duet so there is a book 2 so be warned it ends on an OMG what just happened moment I want more !!
So no HEA just yet..
I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this story which was such a thrilling,steamy,emotional and addictive book..Jodi's words always leave me mesmorised and I know there is always more to her stories than meets the eye..they aren't just all sex and bossy alpha's there is always something deeper going on.I enjoy her writing and the Invitation is no exception I loved it and I am in anticipation for book 2.
Spectacular.
5 Stars.

I laughed, gasped, smiled, and experienced some secondhand embarrassment in this book. (The sauna scene… IYKYK. 😅) I loved Amelia’s relationship with her best friends, and I honestly detested her relationship with her father only because of his antiquated views regarding a woman’s place. But Amelia is a badass and I absolutely LOVE when an FMC doesn’t want to put her career aside to follow gender norms because she enjoys what she does and has worked her butt off to prove herself.

This is my first introduction to this author and I think I’m definitely her intended audience. The story was spicy and intense, which felt appropriate when both main characters are so attracted to each other, but also so strong willed. 🔥 There was a constant battle for the power exchange balance between the two and it worked in this scenario. Jude and Amelia are just electric together. Jude knows what he wants and pushes Amelia to acknowledge their connection, essentially not taking no for an answer. I really liked that about him. 🖤

I’m really looking forward to book 2 so I can hopefully get some answers!

Other info- There was a subtle miscommunication trope -or not so subtle depending on who you ask. This book does end on a cliffhanger.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐝𝐢 𝐄𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐩𝐚𝐬
𝗠𝗬 𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚: ★★★★

I fell in love with Jodi’s writing years ago when I read the This Man series and it quickly became a favorite of mine! The Invitation was a pretty similar story with a billionaire MMC who becomes possessive over the FMC. I ate up the connection and desire that unfolded between the two and enjoyed the wild ride that we went on with Jude and Amelia.

I loved all the side characters in Amelia’s life. Her friends were the best and their fun times we got to read about in the story. Her family was also a kick and I felt it gave more heart to the story vs just the intense romance.

I did feel like there was a big part of the story missing. I felt like I must have missed a few chapters as you go from meeting Jude and right away him being completely obsessed with Amelia which he only just met. His obsession and pushiness was as though he knew her for a long time and it just didn’t make sense at all. Yes I get there is a little secret of a connection that you find out at the end of the book, but again it’s not enough to warrant this much of an obsession. If you can push through that missing gap then the story is a lot of fun in the end.

I listened to the audiobook and read the ebook in tandem and I really enjoy the audiobook as it was performed so well by Shakira Shute. She did such a great job bring the characters in this story to life, especially with her accent.

Jodi now is the undisputed queen of One Look Obsession trope. Her heroes are unreasonably taken over by their heroines at first meet and follow them around till persistence gets submission
A steamy-sexy dish coming in HOT and to be devoured in one sitting
Amelia lazen meets Jude Harrison in Arlington Hall and sparks could light up the sky like 4th of July fireworks
He's hooked line & sinker so plans to wear her down with dogmatic persuasion. She isn't in the acquiesce box yet, though her heart thumps loudly as seriously as a heart attack.
The stalking by a stunning man ultimately corrodes at her resolve till the twist of uncovered secret brings the shutters down
It ends on a cliffhanger so beware
4 stars for Hey Jude, the stiff 'cock'tail