Title: Shock Jock: A Lair Novel
Author: A.M. Madden
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: November 7, 2017
I’m Vaughn Lair.
You might have heard of my rock star cousin, Jack.
I’m on the radio for entirely different reasons.
My voice may not cause women to swoon through music and lyrics…it’s the content of my syndicated radio show that has them desperate to talk to me.
I’m a sex therapist who doles out great advice.
My doctorate gives me license to hold nothing back.
My listeners have crowned me the King of Romance.
I change relationships for the better.
I'm the SEXpert.
The erotic shock jock.
The man with a plan.
Until one call on the air turns the tables on me.
A stranger suddenly has me questioning everything I thought I knew about myself.
And then an unexpected turn of events between my best friend and me only worsens my confusion.
I have all the answers, except when it comes to my own damn love life.
This man no longer has a plan.
This man is now the one needing advice.
This book is a contemporary stand alone novel from the male pov meant for mature readers who are 18+. It contains explicit language and graphic sexual content.
Review by Trinette Dungee
“There’s a reason actions speak louder than words, because sometimes words get us into trouble. They’re misunderstood, assumed, or they simply aren’t enough to properly communicate with.”
Sex Therapist Vaughn Lair’s star is on the rise; already known for his famous radio talk show he’s about to go even bigger. He packs his bags and moves from Sunny California to Ice Cold NYC. Not only does his star get bigger but his life keeps considerably more complicated.
Vaughn’s new gig isn’t exciting him the way he thought it would; the challenge doesn’t seem to be there, until the call that changes it all. Mysterious “Apple” calls in to his show, she tells Vaughn they’ve met a time or two but she won’t reveal who she is. Each night Vaughn hopes Apple will call into his show, on the night that she does, she just leaves him more confused and curious than the last call. To add to the stress of finding out whom Apple is; Vaughn’s relationship with his best friend Haven (who also happens to be his assistant) takes a turn. Vaughn’s used to being the one to give the advice but now he finds himself on the other side of the therapist’s chair.
This book started off a bit slow for me, although I immediately liked the characters. When it picked up, it took off and I was totally engrossed. I think what I enjoyed more than anything was this being told from a male POV. I liked how, even though Vaughn was a therapist he didn’t hesitate to admit when he needed guidance himself.
After an impromptu kiss, Vaughn and Haven realize (or finally admit) that there is more to their relationship and decide to try it as a couple. These two take us up, down, around, back and forth as they navigate this new dynamic in their lives. This is done with a nice dose of humor. What really got me was Haven questioning Vaughn’s need to have her in his life vs. his wanting her in his life. It actually had me stopping to think “Hmmm, is he really in love with her or does he just love her by default for all she does for him?
Sex Therapist Vaughn Lair’s star is on the rise; already known for his famous radio talk show he’s about to go even bigger. He packs his bags and moves from Sunny California to Ice Cold NYC. Not only does his star get bigger but his life keeps considerably more complicated.
Vaughn’s new gig isn’t exciting him the way he thought it would; the challenge doesn’t seem to be there, until the call that changes it all. Mysterious “Apple” calls in to his show, she tells Vaughn they’ve met a time or two but she won’t reveal who she is. Each night Vaughn hopes Apple will call into his show, on the night that she does, she just leaves him more confused and curious than the last call. To add to the stress of finding out whom Apple is; Vaughn’s relationship with his best friend Haven (who also happens to be his assistant) takes a turn. Vaughn’s used to being the one to give the advice but now he finds himself on the other side of the therapist’s chair.
This book started off a bit slow for me, although I immediately liked the characters. When it picked up, it took off and I was totally engrossed. I think what I enjoyed more than anything was this being told from a male POV. I liked how, even though Vaughn was a therapist he didn’t hesitate to admit when he needed guidance himself.
After an impromptu kiss, Vaughn and Haven realize (or finally admit) that there is more to their relationship and decide to try it as a couple. These two take us up, down, around, back and forth as they navigate this new dynamic in their lives. This is done with a nice dose of humor. What really got me was Haven questioning Vaughn’s need to have her in his life vs. his wanting her in his life. It actually had me stopping to think “Hmmm, is he really in love with her or does he just love her by default for all she does for him?
A.M. Madden is a USA Today bestselling author, as well as 2016 eLit Gold Medalist for Best Romance Ebook, and 2016 Ippy Award Silver Medalist for Best Romance Ebook.
A.M. is a wife, a mother, an avid reader of romance novels, and now an author.
"It's all about the HEA."
A.M. Madden is the author of the popular Back-Up Series, as well as several other contemporary romances. She is also a published author with Loveswept/Random House and Ever After Romance.
A self-proclaimed hopeless romantic, she loves getting lost in a good book. She also uses every free moment of her time writing, while spending quality time with her three handsome men. A.M. is a Gemini and an Italian Jersey girl, but despite her Zodiac sign, nationality, or home state, she is very easy going. She loves the beach, loves to laugh, and loves the idea of love.
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