Breaking The Habit

The Breaking Series

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Pub Date Jun 18 2019 | Archive Date Aug 31 2019

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He’s on a war path to fame. And Levi Swain doesn’t care who knows it. The more people that know him, the better. As the hottest MMA rising star, opportunities are materializing out of thin air. When a wealthy sponsor approaches him, looking to have Levi cause a tabloid-worthy scandal, Levi only knows how to say yes. He didn’t come to war to lose. Except he never counted on meeting Riley. The glam-shy bombshell who won’t touch fame with a ten-foot selfie stick. Levi planned on her ending up another notch on the bedpost, where every girl ends up. Instead, Riley is everything he wasn’t looking for. The artistic dark angel who can knock him out faster than a middleweight champion with just one glance. Out here in Hollywood? He can have fame, or he can have true love. But he can’t have both. BREAKING THE HABIT is a seriously steamy and fantastically funny standalone set in the interconnected books of The Breaking Series. You don’t need to have read the other books in the series to enjoy this swoony new addition!

He’s on a war path to fame. And Levi Swain doesn’t care who knows it. The more people that know him, the better. As the hottest MMA rising star, opportunities are materializing out of thin air...


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Breaking the Habit is an exciting edition to Ember Leigh’s Breaking the Rules series and draws the reader in from the very first page. An all-encompassing storyline with explosive chemistry, heartfelt emotions and one heck of a rollercoaster ride throughout, it’s certainly an attention grabber. The author has penned an intense and riveting book, that has only cemented my love the series; basically, I can’t get enough!

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Levi Swain will do anything to reach MMA fame, even portray a false image to the media. An image that hides his personal life from the public eye. He is happy to have a different girl every night and to drink and fight anytime. Until he meets Riley. Riley is a photographer trying to make it on her own. And as hard as she tries she can't help but falling for the bad boy of MMA. What's not to love. You have MMA fighting, love, paparazzi, art, and hot men. This well written story that will keep readers at the end of their seat.

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Ember Leigh would be a new author for me. When I come across her title Breaking The Habit, which the synopsis made the book seem positively interesting, I vaulted at the chance to read the book. To my astonishment I appreciated Breaking The Habit, it was fast-paced, with likable characters.

I was astounded at how easy it was to descend into Ember Leigh's world about MMA fighters, without getting a little more history of the players. So, most certainly a stand-alone series. After reading this book, I will most certainly make it a point to read the other titles in this series.

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This is the fourth book in the series.. We meet Levi he is up and coming and so sure of himself. He is the jokester of the group but plans on making it big so he tends to agree with anything that helps him do that. But Levi also is the caretaker for his crippled brother which is a lot of responsibility for him, but her loves him and will do what it takes but sometimes it does take is toll and Levi acts like twentish man that he is. He meets Riley and is captivated by her, but even though Riley is attracted to Levi she wants nothing to do with him since she had a bad experience with her ex and he was also famous and she does not want that in her life anymore. She gives in to Levi-of course she would, and as she thinks things are going good, the past starts creeping in and she did not think that Levi would do that to her.

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I've just been loving this series so far and I can't wait to read more!

Breaking the Habit is such a great addition to the series. I was hooked from the start, and couldn't put it down! I really, really loved this book and it was so fast paced and well written. This has got to be my favourite book in the series. I just wish it was a bit longer!

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This is the fourth book in this series. Loved Levi and Riley's story. I just can't get enough of this MMA series.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the advance read, I am voluntarily providing my honest review.

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Very good book. Loved all the pages!! It’s definitely a must read for anyone who likes romantic books.

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This is the forth book in The Breaking Series, and the story of Levi, and Riley. Levi is a MMA fighter, looking to make it big in the industry, but when he meets Riley, and she is completely repelled by all the hype, he starts to have second thought about the fame. Levi isn't gonna give up on Riley, and set his sights on convincing her to give him a chance. Levi, is cocky, and Riley is sweet, and together they have hot chemistry, these characters are well written, and I really enjoyed reading this book. This is a must read!

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Disclaimer:I haven’t read any other books in the series

I enjoyed the storyline and thought it was a unique take on the MMA/boxer trope. I would have liked to see more of a development in when the Hero’s feelings changed to something more serious, but all in all a fun, low-angst read.

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*•*ARC copy was provided by netgalley.*•*
•I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.•

LOVE ...
Cant live with it sometimes but... we can’t live without it EVER.
We all end up loving something at some point in our life. Must people have ended up loving something they didn’t want to or hated at one point it just happens. not always is it a person it could be anything but it happens nevertheless.

Riley is a struggling photographer just trying to stay a float and manage to pay her bills with her career choice. She also has sworn off men. She lives in L.A and had a issue once with the press and being the other woman in their eyes which made her feel like public enemy number uno so yeeeah no more men for her or so she thought....

Levi is trying to make it to the top! He will stop at nothing to be famous he needs to secure his and his brothers future not to mention he LOVES all eyes on him. Seriously if you not looking at him because of his total hotness you will be when he does some ridiculous thing to make sure he captures your attention. He is a MMA Fighter and is gunning to be the title holder in this new leagues. Sad things have happened to Levi and he has tons on his plate. He makes stupid choices but he has an end goal .

Levi and Riley are pretty opposites but sometimes that makes for the best partnerships. They have somethings pop up that are hard to deal with but importantly they do which I love about there relationship. I really liked Riley but on the other hand I really didn’t like Levi at least at first he kinda grew on me... but that’s not going to stop me from saying WHAT THE HELL!!! Why did he have to need all the attention ugh.. kinda a huge turn off he literally embarrassed me to gain someone’s attention that is not sexy man stuff at all buttttt... eventually I got over his ridiculous actions and seen through him as you will too so don’t stop reading to quick :)

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I wasn't sure if I would like this book. MMA fighting isn't really my thing. I have to say that Ember Leigh totally won me over to the dark side! Riley and Levi were so much fun that I hated for the book to end. The dad jokes, the love for his brother and the way he apologized to Riley, made Levi the perfect book boyfriend!
I read an advanced copy of this book in return for an honest opinion. #Netgalley #BreakingTheHabit

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What an amazing read! It has it all, emotionally heartfelt, enjoyable, fun and steamy scenes. An exciting storyline, I read from beginning to end in one sitting. This book is part of a series but can be read as a standalone. I would recommend it.

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Levi is a MMA fighter and is trying his best to get in the spotlight. Back in Chicago, he was always in trouble by getting into fights, being drunk and other wild shenanigans. Riley is a photographer and hates the rag magazines. She has decided that she’s through with men until Levi walks in. She is doing some work for her friend’s gym and they’ve just acquired Levi for the new MMA league. Levi has never worked so hard for a woman’s attention until now. He is full of dad jokes and energy. But when he gets involved with a PR man, will he lose Riley for good?
Awesome story with humor and action. Two people who never want to settle down until they meet.
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I do love a good MMA book and Breaking the Habit fits right in that catagory! I haven't read any other in this series but have added to my to be read pile! Can't wait for more!

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Levi is extremely driven and knows exactly what he wants to do to skyrocket his fame. He isn't doing it for selfish reasons either, he has a disabled younger brother, Gage, who relies on him after both of their parents are killed in an accident. Levi isn't going to let anyone or anything stand in his way. Until he meets Riley. A smart, vibrant, sexy photographer who he hires to document his MMA fights as he rises to the top. Riley has been very badly burned by scandal in her past and wants nothing to do with the spotlight. I loved this story. I loved how the author didn't draw out Levi's "bad-boy" attitude and make him do too many unforgivable things. The chemistry between Levi and Riley is HOT! A great story and I look forward to reading more by this author.

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This book is a must read book with fantastic characters and a storyline to match I will definitely be recommending this book and will look forward to reading more

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This is a sport MMA love romance between Levi and Reily. This is one of my favorites genres to read but reading this book had me left unsatisfied. The plot is ok, predictable. I couldn't relate to the main characters, for me Reily was not enough developed, we know just the basics from her. But Levi is full-on developed and it is like seeing more than one character in one person. I am just glad that the ugly, manwhore money seeker had lost itself in the book and we see in the end kind, caring, loving brother and man.
I volunteered to review an ARC of this book for NetGalley

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I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. Thank you NetGalley.

This series by Ember Leigh is fantastic. This is the fourth book in the series. The chemistry in this read is explosive.. the characters are amazing. the storyline is great. well worth the read.

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In this book the fourth in the series. Levi is wanting to make a name for himself, but also wants to be in tabloids, and any other print, or pictures that will get his name and face out there to be seen. He meets Riley who is a photographer and though he is drawn to her she does not what to go out with him. She finally gives in and when she does, she sees a different side of him and also meets his brother.
When he starts getting his photos out in the tabloids it becomes a problem for her because of a past relationship and how she was treated. Now breaking it off he is at a loss and must work at finding a way back to her for his own sanity. Read this wonderful story and find out what happens. I really liked the brothers' character it added to this story.

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Thank you NetGalley for the digital ARC. I am a big fan of Ember Leigh. This was part of a series and I must say it was my favorite. I wish it had gone on a little longer. It was fast paced and as always i loved the characters

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