About The Book:
Series: Inside Out
Author: Lisa Renee Jones
Genre: Contemporay Romance Suspense
Inside Out #1: If I Were You:Amazon | B&N
When Sara McMillan finds a stack of journals in a storage unit, she's shocked and enthralled by the erotic life the writer led. Unable to stop reading, she vicariously lives out dark fantasies through Rebecca, the writer--until the terrifying final entry.
Certain something sinister has happened, Sara sets out to discover the facts, immersing herself in Rebecca's life. Soon she's working at the art gallery Rebecca worked at and meeting Rebecca's friends. Finding herself drawn to two dangerously sexy men, the manager of the gallery and a famed artist, Sara realizes she's going down the same path Rebecca took. But with the promise of her dark needs being met by a man with confident good looks and a desire for control, she's not sure anything else matters. Just the burn for more.
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Inside Out #1.1 to 1.4: Rebecca’s Lost Journal - A Novella:
Kept under lock and key, discovered by chance, dangerous new secrets and scintillating adventures lie within Rebecca’s private diaries—searing scenes from a passionate journey inside a world where pain is pleasure, pleasure is pain, and where every limit she once had is no more.
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Inside Out #2: Being Me:Amazon | B&N
I arch into him, drinking in his passion, instantly, willingly consumed by all that he is and could be to me. . . .
Sara McMillan is still searching for Rebecca, the mysterious woman whose dark, erotic journal entries both enthralled and frightened her. Tormented by a strong desire to indulge the demands of her new boss while also drawn deeper into her passionate bond with the troubled artist, Chris Merit, Sara must face a past as deeply haunting as Rebecca’s written words. In one man’s arms, Sara will find the safe haven to reveal her most intimate secrets and explore her darkest fantasies. But is safety just an illusion, when the truth about Rebecca has yet to be discovered?
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Inside Out #2.5: The Master Undone - A Novella:Amazon | B&N
I told him goodbye, and I will not call him. I know if I do, it will be my undoing, and I’ll once again be caught up in his spell. I will once again be…lost.
In her private journals, Rebecca laid bare her soul, revealing her obsession for the one man whose erotic demands captivated her imagination—and enslaved her forever. Now, with Rebecca no longer in his life, her former Master is lost—questioning everything he thought he knew about himself, and the control he holds in such high regard. One woman will reach out to heal him and then turn away, leaving him haunted. She is nothing he thought he wanted, and somehow everything he needs. He tells himself to forget her, but he cannot escape his desire for her. He has to have more...
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Inside Out #3: Revealing Us:Amazon | B&N
You've discovered Rebecca's secrets. You've discovered Sara's secrets. Now Sara will discover "his" deepest, darkest secrets...but will those secrets bind them together--or tear them apart?
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Inside Out #3.1: His Secrets - A Novella:Amazon | B&N
An Inside Out story, Chris's POV
In a world where my only escape has been my art, Sara has been the light in my darkness. And there is darkness, the kind of inky black that can bleed from my life to hers.
She doesn't see it. She doesn't understand what I've shown her. And my biggest fear is that soon...she will.
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My Reviews:
My rating: 4 of 5 starsIf I Were You by Lisa Renee Jones is the first book in the Inside Out Trilogy. After a slow start, this book picks up speed, and steam, as soon as Chris and Mark make their appearance.
Sarah's concern for the safety of Rebeccah is touching. Her passion for art almost rivals the passion the Chris ignites in her soul. But there is a dark secret waiting to be revealed. What was Rebeccah into? How is the art gallery involved?
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Audible Audiobook "Review: Inside Out Trilogy #1: If I Were You"
Would you listen to If I Were You again? Why?
If there was a large gap between reading the novels I might. This is already my second time reading this story.
What did you like best about this story?
I like the tension between Sarah and Chris. They both are really into each other but they have so many walls up around themselves they struggle to get close.
What about Grace Grant’s performance did you like?
I really enjoy listening to Grace Grant. She has narrated the majority of the last few books I have listened to. I would definitely listen to her again.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
This book keeps you on edge, almost constantly. You have no clue what happened to Rebecca, you don't know if Sarah is in danger or just paranoid.
May the odds be ever in your favor, and mine as well.-Mark
I sink down into the seat, and watch him walk toward the massive open kitchen overlooking the living area, and he is all long-legged, male grace and flexing muscle.-Sarah on the male beauty of Chris
"It’s not about making you feel better. It’s about the truth. Sara, baby,” he strokes my cheek, “this ‘crazy’ thing you’re making me feel is the best crazy I’ve felt in a long time. I’m not ready to let go of you. I don’t know what you’re doing to me, Sara, but please…don’t stop."-Chris
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My rating: 5 of 5 starsBeing Me by Lisa Renee Jones is the second book in the Inside Out Trilogy.
Holy flipping cow! When things heat up, or when the proverbial poop hits the fan...Lisa Renee Jones will absolutely not disappoint. Wow! I am so glad I have a galley copy of book three...I know it's out in a couple of weeks, but what on earth is in France? I must know. But I enjoy the audiobook versions so much I may wait anyway. Grace Grant is a fantastic performer! Decisions, decisions!"
Audible Audiobook "Review: Inside Out Trilogy #2: Being Me"
What made the experience of listening to Being Me the most enjoyable?
Grace Grant's performance. This is the 6th book I have listened to her perform and have started to choose which book on my to read list is next based on if she's the narrator.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Chris - I really like Chris. He's so caring and sweet yet damaged and dark. It's a quirky combo.
Have you listened to any of Grace Grant’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
All of Grace's performances are stellar. This one is probably one of my favorites, right next to Beautiful Bastard.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
If I had enough time to spare, then yes I would have liked to listen to it all as fast as my ears could hear it. This 2nd book of the trilogy is packed tight with drama, emotion, twists and WTF moments!
Suddenly, he is in front of me, towering above me. I feel him in every pore of my existence even before I dare to lift my gaze to his. I know what I must do but I am scared. I told him I wasn’t.
I told myself I wasn’t. But I am.
- Sarah
I have never felt as part of a man as I do in that moment. Never felt so a part of another human being. I do not know what to do with the emotions inside me. I do not know how to be this close to someone and still hold on to myself.
- Sarah
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My rating: 5 of 5 starsRevealing Us by Lisa Renee Jones is the third book in her Inside Out series. We pick up the story immediately after the dramatic ending in book two. Chris has pulled away from Sara and hauled but to Paris. He's given her an ultimatum - come to Paris and be with him, or don't and they're over.
There are still many secrets that Chris is keeping and we start to wonder if he'll ever share his darkness with Sara. Does he trust her enough to look past his secrets?
While in Paris Sara starts the search up again for her best friend, Elle, that ran off to elope and hasn't been heard from since.
Secrets are revealed, motives are blurred and danger lurks around almost every beautiful corner of Paris.
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My rating: 5 of 5 starsHis Secrets by Lisa Renee Jones is a novella book told from Chris' point of view and takes place shortly before Sarah and Chris leave France to head back to San Fransisco.
It only makes sense to read this if you HAVE read books 1 through 3 in the series. It paves the way for the upcoming books in the series, and let's be honest, who doesn't want to hear more from Chris?
A short, must-read that packs a punch and will leave you eagerly awaiting the next installment in this amazing series.
Can Chris and Sarah find the perfect balance between his darkness and her willingness to stand by him?
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About The Author:
New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Lisa Renee Jones is the author of the highly acclaimed INSIDE OUT SERIES, and is now in development by Suzanne Todd (Alice in Wonderland, Austin Powers, Must Love Dogs) for cable TV. In addition, her Tall, Dark and Deadly series and The Secret Life of Amy Bensen series, both spent several months on a combination of the NY Times and USA Today and USA Today lists.Since beginning her publishing career in 2007, Lisa has published more than 40 books translated around the world. Booklist says that Jones suspense truly sizzles with an energy similar to FBI tales with a paranormal twist by Julie Garwood or Suzanne Brockmann.
Prior to publishing, Lisa owned multi-state staffing agency that was recognized many times by The Austin Business Journal and also praised by Dallas Women Magazine. In 1998 LRJ was listed as the #7 growing women owned business in Entrepreneur Magazine.
Lisa loves to hear from her readers. You can reach her at www.lisareneejones.com and she is active on twitter and facebook daily.
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