Tuesday 27 May 2014

High Rise Collection by Harper Bliss Review with interview.





Book Blurb

Betrayed by her long-term girlfriend, Alex moves into The Ivy to share a flat with her friend Nat. When she meets their neighbor Maddie, a jaded expat who’s had about enough of Hong Kong’s demanding life style, both Maddie and Alex are forced to reassess their warped view on love.

Fool for Love is the first novella in the High Rise series.



My Review

Cover :- 5 stars
Sex/steaminess :- 4 stars
Story line :- 4 stars
Characters :- 4 stars
Overall rating :- 4.25 stars

Personal rating :- 4 stars

Book Pairing:- F/F
Did it give me a book hangover :- No
Is this a review book or personal read :- Personal Read

Why I chose this book?

I'm gradually making my way through all of Harper's work.

What I liked about this book.

* It sets up the story well.
* It's written like no other series I have read before.
* It sucked me in.
* I really want to read the next one.

What I didn't like about this book.

Nothing really.

Would I read more from this author?

Yes

Would I recommend this book?

Yes



 Book Blurb

 Nat, a successful American writer who came to Hong Kong following the love of her life, chases every girl she can after a brutal break-up. Her neighbour Isabella, who has shied away from relationships since her divorce five years earlier, finds herself compelled to help. They strike up an unlikely friendship and are soon faced with a growing desire for each other. But can their differences in age, aspirations and lifestyle be overcome?

This is the second novella in the High Rise series.



My Review

Cover :- 5 stars
Sex/steaminess :- 5 stars
Story line :- 5 stars
Characters :- 5 stars
Overall rating :- 5 stars

Personal rating :- 5 stars

Book Pairing:- F/F
Did it give me a book hangover :- Almost
Is this a review book or personal read :- Personal Read

Why I chose this book?

I'm gradually working my way through this authors books.

What I liked about this book.

* Hot and Steamy
* The characters are lovable and connectible
* Nat makes me laugh.

What I didn't like about this book.

Not a lot.

Would I read more from this author?

Yes

Would I recommend this book?

Yes


Book Blurb

Hot fitness instructor Alex and posh banker Maddie are enjoying the delicious early stages of their love affair, until Alex’s ex-girlfriend Rita re-enters the scene. Adamant to win Alex back, Rita begs for forgiveness, leaving Alex torn between the past and the future.



My Review

 Cover :- 4 stars
Sex/steaminess :- 5 stars
Story line :- 5 stars
Characters :- 5 stars
Overall rating :- 4.75 stars

Personal rating :- 5 stars

Book Pairing:- F/F
Did it give me a book hangover :- Yes
Is this a review book or personal read :- Personal Read

Why I chose this book?

I've read the first two in the set and wanted to read this one.

What I liked about this book.

* Hot and Steamy.
* The story is really unfolding in this episode.
* Isabella is really growing on me.

What I didn't like about this book.

Nothing

Would I read more from this author?

Yes

Would I recommend this book?

Yes


Book Blurb

Scarred by the cruel break-up with her former girlfriend, Nat has difficulty committing to Isabella. Isabella is not interested in a casual relationship, but she finds it hard to let Nat go. Will Nat and Isabella find the common ground to overcome the vast differences between their personalities and lifestyle?

This is the fourth novella in the High Rise series.



My Review

 Cover :- 5 stars
Sex/steaminess :- 5 stars
Story line :- 5 stars
Characters :- 5 stars
Overall rating :- 5 stars

Personal rating :- 5 stars

Book Pairing:- F/F
Did it give me a book hangover :- Yes
Is this a review book or personal read :- Personal Read

Why I chose this book?

I wanted to finish of the set.

What I liked about this book.

* Hot and Steamy.
* Lots of emotion in this installment


What I didn't like about this book.

It ended lol. No more High rise women. When I finish the book although the story felt finished I didn't want it to end.

Would I read more from this author?

Yes

Would I recommend this book?

Yes

All four books are available in one collection if you'd rather have them altogether.



 About the Author


Harper Bliss has travelled the world in search of sexual satisfaction. She now resides in a hot Asian country and dedicates her time to writing down the stories that have inspired and aroused her.

Author Interview

1. Do you have a favourite character in the series?

Obviously, I love all four of them, but I always have a preference for the wounded, slightly-off-track ones. In other words, I do have a bit of a soft spot for Nat.

2. Do you have a favourite scene?

Gosh, I really have to rack my brain for this question. Since completing High Rise, I’ve written a whole new series, which is now completely crowding my mind. ;-) I’m an erotica author, so writing those scenes is always great fun, but what I enjoy even more is the banter scenes between friends, especially when Nat berates Alex for being too uptight.

3. Do you think you'll ever come back and write more for the girls?

That’s highly unlikely. As much as I loved writing the High Rise series, it has come to a natural end (without wanting to give away the ending). I have so many other ideas for novels and series and new characters… I think, for now, I’ll focus on new material.

4. Did anything inspire the series, a film, song or tv show?

Living in Hong Kong definitely gave me the idea of setting the series in a high rise building. As a lesbian, I guess I’m also always (even subconsciously) inspired by The L Word and Lip Service.

5. Do you have a favourite writing snack or drink?

Coffee, coffee and more coffee (and coke zero.)

6. Do you listen to music while writing?

No, I require absolute silence… which is impossible to find in Hong Kong (but I get by.)

7. Do you get distracted while writing?

The past half year I’ve taken up the habit of only writing for about three to four hours per day, all concentrated in the morning, starting right after I get out of bed. I’ve found it has helped tremendously with battling procrastination and keeping focus. I also use anti-social software which keeps me off the internet while writing. ;-)


8. If you could go on a date with anyone of the ladies who would it be and why?

For a date, I would definitely pick Isabella. Give me a cougar/power lesbian every day of the week, please. She’s smart, sophisticated and a psychiatrist (and she lives in the penthouse!)

9. If you could turn into any of the characters who would you chose?

Alex! Because she has endless motivation to go to the gym. I could use some of that in my life. ;-)

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