JL Paul

Dani is seventeen years old and in her final year of school. She lives with her mother until she doesn't, when her mother abandons her, leaving her with no money, little food, and no family to turn to for support.

Family services are eventually called, and they contact Dani's estranged stepfather, forty-year-old Jean-Luc. Dani's mother and stepfather separated a year ago, and he has been seeking a divorce.

Dani's mother married Jean-Luc when Dani was eight years old. Their marriage lasted eight years - the best years of Dani's life as her stepfather lavished upon her the love and support she never received from her self-centred and unreliable mother.

"Off Limits" is a forbidden romance between Dani and her ex-stepfather, packed with filthy talk and off-the-charts hot sex. The nature of their relationship does not change until Dani is eighteen years of age, and the attraction is mutual and described from each character's perspective with no evidence of manipulation or abuse of power.

If you enjoy steamy, forbidden age-gap romance, this book is a real treat. Recommended.… (mais)

I am so angry....I have this huge TBR pile and I wasted my entire day on this book. It was so not worth it.

I just can't read this book anymore. I am at page number 80 and I am fed up with all the drama.

My main problem with the book is the female protagonist Irelyn (what is the deal with her name?). She is a selfish, stupid and a big-fat liar. She doesn't think about anyone other than herself. And yet, everyone seems to love her. When you don't like the main character, it is really hard to like the book. I still tried.

In short, the plot is that, Irelyn cheats on her boyfriend(Dustin) then feels guilty and then cheats on him again.
And she does this for almost the entire book (Atleast, for as long as I could bear to read it).
Lucas is the guy she is sleeping with. He is supposed to be a one-night stand but she cannot control herself around him. (Really?) She doesn't even have proper conversation with Lucas. Granted, he is hot with a sexy Australian accent but cheating is never cool and it makes me sad that books like this are trying to justify it.

At one point when she thinks that she might be pregnant, she is ready to lie to her boyfriend and tell him that the child is his.
The book and the characters were really getting on my nerves so I decided to not read it any further.
IF, I were to rate the most stupid book that I have ever read this would be on the top.

What surprises me is that the book has such a high rating. It even has a sequel. *breaks down and cries*
Maybe, something is wrong with me.(I knew this day would come!)
I liked thoughtless, so I assumed I would like this book too.(If you haven't guessed, I didn't)

I don't like giving bad reviews. But I truly hated this book. *hmph*… (mais)

I added All the Wrong Reasons to my list after finding it reviewed as a must read for Beautiful Disaster Fans. I concur whole heartedly with this statement, and I am frustrated with myself for overlooking this book for so long. The cover for this novel, while fitting, does not do this story justice. All the Wrong Reasons is fast paced and effortlessly sucks you into the story. Irelyn's life resembled that of a caged animal; as she constantly tries to live up to the expectations of her prestige Grandparents. As she stands on the brink of adulthood; this young girl should be living and experiencing life, but it is apparently obvious that under watchful eyes she must scrutinize her every action. As Irelyn embarks on her first year in college she finds herself enjoying the freedom and friendship, but when she willingly walks into arms of one HOT lead singer in a local band she begins to question where her future is heading and just who and what makes her happy. This is an incredible story about self discovery, betrayal, and love that refuses to release you even after the last page. I never thought it possible to hold my breath through an entire book, but All the Wrong Reasons proves it. Be prepared for the rolling coaster of emotions as this story unfolds.

**Stop here to avoid spoilers**

Some details that I would like to point out about this book are included here. I didn't want to include them with the first part of the review for fear of ruining the story for other readers. First off, I love the way this author makes the main character appear as the villain for much of this book. With two loving and wonderful guys chasing her it is easy to sympathize with her current situation, but it is also possible to lay blame where it is due as she leaves a trail of unresolved issues along the way. She knowingly opens her arms to this disaster, although I don't quite blame her; but this open the door for the avalanche that will follow. Lucas perceives himself as the "bad guy" of the story, but at no point was I capable of viewing him as such. It is obvious from the start that this was never an affair or a fling. Readers will endure her rollercoaster relationship, but silently find themselves in love with one. Some characters true colors remain hidden for a majority of the story, but in the climax of the story true identities emerge unfold the deeper meaning in the story. As everything begins falling apart readers will find themselves furious with the situation and at the reality of the choices proving just how unfair life can really be. This story is not only a romance, but a realistic display of finding yourself and being true to yourself. I loved every second to this story, and recommend it to everyone. If you are desperate to read something you can feel this is the book for you.… (mais)