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Thank you for the opportunity to read this book but I did not finish this one. This is a selection of three stories/novellas and I really lost interest in these repetitive story lines this far into the series. The main characters who were interesting in the beginning of the series
I really enjoyed this author's last series- The Calendar Girl series but this one was not as entertaining and the main characters was not as interesting.
I started this series at this point and at first was wondering what, where and why but quickly figured out what was going on and turns out I LOVE IT! Parker is the bomb! First he and the guys end up in London helping a best selling author who is having the worst case of writers block and they help her solve that then they head to Berlin and work with a car company and re-work their branding. Add in Parker's military brother coming back with a surprise and a spectacular photo shoot using the guy and real military heroes and what could be wrong with that. Next, they are off to Washington, D.C. after hiring a lawyer who just so happens to be the former love of Royce. There is something there and I'm sure that is going to heat up soon. Washington has them working to bring down the client who hired them and they all end up with adopted fur babies in the end. Add in the suspense of a stalker to Skye and Parker threaded through all the books this just keeps it interesting. I'm pretty sure I'm going to go back and pick up the books I missed...
**Received this ARC for review from the publisher via NetGalley**
International Guy: Volume Three: London, Berlin, Washington DC. This is the seventh, eighth and ninth novellas in the International Guy series. Parker Ellis is a ladies man who owns and operates International Guy Inc. He is a life and love coach. I can't wait to read more in this series.
LONDON
Ok, London without a doubt made me wish I was a member of the IG team! Really, haven't we all dreamed about meeting our unicorn author. Now imagine not only meeting that author but then helping them to find their muse, their inspiration again. To be part of the reason that someone so amazing begins to believe in themselves once again. That is just magical. Plus this book was hot! I just love when books can pull off sweet, touching and HOT AF!
BERLIN
And we are off to Berlin... I loved having all the guys together again. And we even get Mick and Wendy out here working with this client. Which gives us some excellent backstory on the mysterious Mick! Then to top it off we get to meet Parker's actual brother!
So, I have been wracking my brain trying to figure out who is behind the messages that Parker and Skyler have received... I have a suspicion and can't wait to see if I am right!
So much goodness in this installment.
WASHINGTON DC
We're off to DC with a brand spankin' new member of the IG team. But while she may be new to the team she is NOT new to our IG guys, especially Royce! Needless to say this addition adds lots of tension amongst the team. This book has twists and turns and a case that some may find a bit difficult - as the team's client is Pure Beauty Pharmaceuticals. But leave it to this amazing team to make things work out right! I had to read this one cover to cover because I couldn't handle a pause in the reading -- I needed to make sure everything turned out all right.
I received a copy of this book for a fair and honest review. These three pick up right where the last volume left. There is a lot to get you heart racing and pumping the next three in the IG series. They make you crave more. These these just have a way of spicing things up for their clients and in their personal lives. But there is still enough drama, lies, secrets and new faces to keep it interesting.
With each book they keep getting better and better, this was no exception and I'll keep reading them if she keeps writing them. This one had a little bit of everything in it and I loved the way it ended...which I won't say!! Just know that you'll love it.
Loved getting to see the next part of Parker and Sky and their romance! Each city backdrop added another fantastic layer to the building of their relationship. I liked that while we're focusing on Parker and Sky, there's also the element of Geneva and what she's going through, and how everyone is there to help her, especially Bo.
Love this series ! ... love this author .. can’t wait for the next volume !!! I can’t put it down! Her other series are just as great too. Always on the hunt for books by her. Phenomenal
These three books are captivating, I like the fact that the story really revolves around one person and it shows his journey in different parts of the world.
I love the fact that it focuses on Parker and Sky too, they in my opinion are the perfect match. They have trust issues to work on but in general, I do feel that they are going to make it.
Each book takes you on a different journey but each story also has a purpose. It’s a cleverly crafted story and I’m excited to see how it ends in the final books, I would definitely recommend this author!
Awesome book. Hope there will be another one. Loved everything about this book. Great author. Another 5 star read
Kindle Edition
Love this series, you can read as individual books or in volumes. The stories are so developed and well written, characters are so real they become ur friends, their emotions are ur emotions!!♡♡ Can't wait for volume 4!!
This might be my favorite in the series so far! I absolutely adore how each experience is so unique, yet all interconnected as the characters delve deeper into not only their clients’ issues, but their own!
Parker and sky are so cute in this. The adventures they go on and the things they get up to are great. And add the suspence. I live this series and Audrey :)
I loved the continuation of the romance between Parker and Sky. As usually packed with twists and turns that keep you reading all the night. I cannot wait to see the end of their journey in the last part.
The IG team continues their adventures in London, Berlin and Washington, D.C. Oh....what lies within each city will blow your socks off.
~London~
When a world announced author is having a writers block who does her agent call..... the IG team. Author Geneva James has reached her writers funk. She needs to be inspired and reminded why her top selling trilogy is on top. This time Parker is accompanied by Skyler as they set their eyes on helping Skyler's all time favorite author out of her funk. So off to London they go. When Geneva sets eyes on Skyler she can't believe her muse is there in flesh and blood. Parker and Skyler are determined to help Geneva and there's no limits to what they will do help. Oh and we can't forget that Bo too has BIG PART in helping Geneva get out of her funk. I wouldn't mind a little bit of that!
Parker and Skyler have finally reunited, bonding and reconnecting after weeks apart. Emotions run high and true feelings and expectations for their future comes tumbling out. Parker comes to terms that his past can not dictate his future and that he needs to trust his heart, and that his past relationship is not the same as his future one. Once Parker comes to terms with it and allows his feelings to break through his walls he's built around his heart... WOW what beauty that is revealed.
London was refreshing and I am thrilled that Parker and Skyler have once again found their footing and are walking along side one another in harmony and feeding each others souls.
~FEED YOUR SOUL~
~Berlin~
Parker and the guys are called to Berlin to help out Monika Schmidt's campaign to sell cars around the world. With the help of Mick's advertising company, Parker knows that this campaign will be be a hit. However there is a bit of a snag in Parker's plan when he finds out that Monika and Mick share a shaky past, one that could put his relationship and friendship with Mick and Wendy on the line. Can Parker deliver what the client wants without jeopardizing his friendship? In the end the IG team once again knocks it out of the park thanks to Mick's genius advertisement team and Roy, Bo and Parker's FULL BODY involvement in the advertisement.
While dealing with the campaign dilemma Parker is overwhelmed and extremely happy to hear from his brother Paul whose been MIA while serving in the army. Paul reveals a secret that surprises Parker at first, but accepts full heartedly. Then there are the texts from the unknown stalker who keeps terrorizing Parker and Skyler. As they start to get more threatening and unsteady, Parker and Skyler fear for her safety. Berlin was full of surprises and acceptance. I love how friendships grew and strengthened and not allowing the past to dictate ones future. Berlin was definitely braving the ride.
~BRAVE THE RIDE~
~Washington, D.C.~
Whoever said politics is a dirty business knew what they were talking about. The IG team is off to Washington, D.C. to help out a pharmaceutical company that wants a bill passed that will help them out with their future endeavors. With the help of IG's new team member/council Kendra Banks (also Roy's ex), the IG team reveals some ugly truths that has them questioning a client for the first time. Putting their morals and beliefs ahead of anything else the IG team has to find a way to protect the innocent while also protecting their company's downfall. When the team leaves Washington, D.C., they end up leaving with more than they came with. They also leave knowing that beauty isn't want you see on the outside but what lies within.
Roy and Parker's friendship is once again on shaky ground when it is revealed to Roy that their new council is non-other than the ex that broke his heart. Some of Kendra's secrets are revealed alluding that her breakup with Roy wasn't an easy decision or one she wanted but had to do peeking Parker's curiosity even more. Kendra wanting to keep her past in the past, shoots down Parker's questions and asks that he respects her privacy. However Parker knows there is more to Roy and Kendra's breakup. Could there be a chance for Roy and Kendra?
~BEAUTY LIES WITHIN~
Audrey Carlan never stops amazing me with her words and the compassion of her characters. The way she tells their story is breathtaking and magical. She also has this ability to bring to light social issues that plague our world in a respectful and attentive way.
OMG! The more I read this series, the more in love I am with the characters! Parker and Skylar have managed to work through some serious trust issues, and are able to help each other out on a case in London. This brings them even closer than ever. Then on to Berlin where he needs the help of his assistants fiance to help his next client. Too bad there's some serious bad blood involved. Next, it's Washington D.C., to deal with a cosmetic giant trying to pass legislation. This story made me sad, but also got me thinking of real life issues. Heavy, but important stuff.
I love the way Audrey weaves all of her various characters together, makes you want to have them all as your best friends! Every new location is a different experience that weaves them all together as a family. I can't wait for the next installment of the series!
This series definitely has to be read in order or you’ll be totally lost. Parker handles each problem with his ability to dissect each problem and provide the balance needed to help his clients become successful. There are times when he takes the daring too far as he gives into his desires but that’s what makes his edgy personality work. Each book in the series draws you in as you got lost in his world. Definitely looking forward to the next installment in the series.
Audrey Carlan brought to life three gentlemen who are the total package in the first volume of International Guy. They are Parker Ellis, Bogart Montgomery, and Royce Sterling. These three friends started their own business helping out women find themselves and sometimes they even join in the fun of exploration and discovery. The latest volume brings us to London, Berlin, and Washington, DC.
We start with Parker and Skylar who he helped find her balance between her professional and private life in New York and also when Wendy becomes part of their team. This volume focuses on them and their relationship and overcoming obstacles both internal and external. They must each look within themselves to work through their difficulties so they can help each other when mysterious emails start invading their lives and her fame keeps escalating. We also focus on Wendy and Michael dealing with the aftermath of the mess from the last volume and how they are dealing with the repercussions.
In London, we find Parker and Skylar helping an author who struggles with the pressures of finishing the last book in a trilogy that has gone viral. We also get to touch base with Sophie from Paris. In Germany, the team engage Michael and Wendy to help Monika Schmidt with an ad campaign except there is a past history among some of the players.
In Washington, DC, we find trouble brewing dealing with issues of animal testing and laws trying to be passed for companies to have more freedom. This is the first time the group have strong feelings toward their mission and work to have it resolved quickly and with integrity. Meanwhile, Parker and Skylar's relationship moves forward with some bumps and they are still dealing with the mystery of the emails and letters.
I have enjoyed reading Audrey Carlan's novels and look forward to seeing what happens next in the lives of these characters. She keeps things interesting and it does help to follow the storylines by reading the books in order, but not totally necessary.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I would like to thank NetGalley and Montlake Romance for this privilege.
London - i finished this book in less then 3 hours. I couldn’t put it down and wanted to read it until the end, so i did. I cant wait to find out what happens next and I’m so glad that Wendy is okay.
Im curious to find out more about Mick and Wendy’s relationship, i would love to get a snip-bit of Wendy’s thoughts.
Im also very happy for Soso and Bo haha
I love all the characters that Audrey has created for this series and can’t wait to be able to finish the series. February cant come fast enough!
Berlin - I had a bit of trouble getting into this story. But I still enjoyed it and can’t wait to get onto the next book.
Washington DC - I finished this book very fast but it turned my stomach reading it. You’ll see why when you read it. I can’t wait to finish the series!
These International Guy series are fabulous! So far all the books have been entertaining and these three are no different. There are questions answered in this series and more heat as usual. Audrey Carlan writes books that are unique and characters you fall in love with