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WEAKENED: The Manhattan Bound Series Book One Kindle Edition

by Juliet Braddock (Author), Rachel Williams (Editor) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 43 ratings
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Against the glittering backdrop of New York City, budding theatrical publicist Maxine Kirk, fresh off the bus from a small Pennsylvania town, stumbles into the arms of her beloved teenage crush, unleashing desires that she never imagined.

Enter Drew McKenzie, a rising star on Broadway with dashing looks and talent to match, who masquerades behind the characters he portrays.

Instantly, Maxine finds herself lured into Drew’s high society world only to uncover a complicated man beneath the glitz and glamour of his public persona. As soon as the curtain falls, Drew sheds his stage costumes to reveal a daring Dominant side.

Titillated by his enigmatic life, Maxine clamors to discover a surreptitious and possibly perilous affair with Drew, all the while questioning her own preconceived notions on romance.

Secrets surface, revealing haunting truths that test both Maxine and Drew of their own intentions. But in this high-stakes game of trust, only the strongest survive.
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    Manhattan Bound
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Juliet Braddock loves eighties music, wine, food, theater and all things French. When she's not exploring the big cities of the world-most notably Paris-she lives and writes in Manhattan, and is the proud cat mom to a very spoiled Russian Blue rescue.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00OWJTF1K
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (November 17, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 17, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1874 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 302 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 151534861X
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 43 ratings

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Juliet Braddock

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Juliet Braddock’s first efforts in creative writing came long before she learned to put crayon to paper. In fact, she began spinning stories in her head nearly as soon as she could form complete sentences.

As long as she can remember, she’d always created sagas about imaginary friends, family members and pop culture icons, and kept everyone around her entertained with her witty—but often very tall—tales.

For her sixth Christmas, Juliet’s mother got her a child’s typewriter to preserve all of those creative thoughts filling her head, but she quickly switched to ball point pens and notebooks when the ribbon ran dry.

Most of Juliet’s early attempts at writing romance focused on members of Duran Duran and Spandau Ballet or young leading men on Broadway. However, as she matured as a writer, she decided that it was just as much fun to create her own romantic heroes and heroines.

At an early age, she also developed a love for big cities, and the tallest of skyscrapers were never high enough for her. Juliet’s wanderlust would eventually lure her to New York, a city she often visited during her formative years, and her love affair with Manhattan began. She’d promised herself that one day she would return for good.

Juliet’s passion for writing and for big cities converged, and after graduating with a degree in Journalism, she decided to set out on a journey to find her heart…just where she’d left it.

A week after her college graduation, Juliet made the big move from a small town to New York City, where she has made her home ever since.

In between building a career in communications and writing on the side, she’s indulged in international travel, theater and art. A wine and food buff, she’s by no means a connoisseur, but she can give a few good restaurant recommendations if you’re in the city.

“There’s something so inspiring about living in a city like New York that’s so rich in culture and so very vibrant. Every neighborhood has its own story to tell,” Juliet says. “I often do my best plotting on the subway, just observing the lives unfolding around me. New York truly has a billion stories nestled between the skyscrapers.”

A proud Manhattanite, Juliet couldn’t live anywhere else—except for Paris, perhaps—and is a gushing cat-mom to a Russian Blue mix who was rescued as a kitten from the streets of Brooklyn.

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Rosie
5.0 out of 5 stars Move over Jane Austen
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2014
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Wow, just, WOW!!
Move over Jane Austen, because we've found your modern day counterpart!!! Yes, everyone this author is that good.

I'm definitely sharing with my book club.

Excellent well written, awesome, and entertaining novel.
The Author is an amazing storyteller and she draws you into the story from the moment you start reading. Her style of writing is truly unmatched, it's beautiful how she captivates your mind and takes you into the world of Drew and Maxine. So if you love to read, you'll see what I'm talking about. It's amazing.

These characters are so well suited for each other you can't help but cheer for them, because the author leaves you craving and wanting more...
This is a sure pleaser, you name it, it's got it.
I hate reading reviews where people give away the plot so I won't do it here.

The glitz and the glam of New York is the perfect setting for this beautiful well written story....again awesome job, well done. I gave up a night of sleep for this book, and I'd gladly do it again when the next installment comes out, at least I hope there's another!!
This was well worth it, and you won't regret buying.
Thanks For sharing your talent with the world.
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Missy
5.0 out of 5 stars Not a romance novel fan, but...
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2014
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I have been always been an avid reader over the years, but never romance novels. But this one caught my eye, so I pre-ordered the book and got my copy right at midnight on Monday, I did not start reading until later Monday. It is now Thursday and I have almost finished reading the book for the second time. First and foremost for those of you that are romance fans, the scenes in this book will not disappoint. Myself I enjoyed the back story of the two main charaters, I cannot wait for the next book to find out more about Drew's past. Everyone in life has something hiding in their closets and to form any relationship, those things have to come out. I really like how the author is not forcing the characters cards all at once, because in life that is not how it happens. Things come out a little at a time as people start to trust one another, even if you are just becoming someone's friend. Also, the "best friend" character just made me giggle. I recommend this novel to any of you reading this and I have recommended it to people in my life.
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Chris Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Read!
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2014
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Absolutely fantastic read! I cannot wait until the second book comes out.

Everyone should give this book a shot and at LEAST read through the first 3 chapters. The first 2 chapters really deal with character development so may seem a bit slow but I promise after chapter 3 you will be hooked! The chemistry between Max and Drew is off the charts, so Hot! The back-stories of these characters is very intriguing. We only got a snippet of Drew's background but it sounds like it was heart-wrenching. Max also have a tough background with the loss of her mother and her eating disorder but I loved how determined Drew was to help her. So sweet.

The authors attention to details on all things New York was refreshing. Many times authors skim over the finer details and it gives you an incomplete picture. I love how I felt like I was actually there in the story alongside these characters, especially on their date night.

I absolutely recommend this book!
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Chris Wink
3.0 out of 5 stars Hard to keep reading
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2015
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I found this one hard not to skip through. Way to much time with thoughts and background to keep my attention. Hopefully the second book will be better as I will read on.
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Ella West
5.0 out of 5 stars Simply Amazing!
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2015
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If you enjoy a good love story, then you really need to read this book. An amazing kinky romance.
There are so many things that make this book special. Every moment is so detailed, every scenary has such a big description... It makes you feel like you are right there, seeing everything with your own eyes.
And the characters! They are so... Real. It's really easy to identify with them and impossible not to fall in love with them.

"And in his arms he coddled her until, right before that roaring fire, they both fell fast asleep, arms locked around each other... With two lonely hearts pounding against each other in their search for courage."

Maxine (our smart and sweet heroine) and Drew's (a completely perfect 'Kind Sir') love story is a beautiful journey we get to discover in every page of this book. And you just can't get enough! Now I'm anxiously waiting for Book 2.
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Lee, NYC
5.0 out of 5 stars I LOVED this book
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2014
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I LOVED this book. The words are so well written and the budding relationship between Maxine and Drew is beautiful. They're both so afraid to trust but they place their faith in each other. Drew is everythinga Dom should be. He's got a sharp edge but he is caring and romantic at the same time, which a lot of books today don't do with the hero. New York City is also a character in this story and the author really paints a picture of the city as the setting. I can't wait until the next book to see where she takes them. This is a great new writer in erotica.
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Mercedes Prizmonte
4.0 out of 5 stars Good book. Liked how the story is coming
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2015
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Good book.
Liked how the story is coming ,leaning about the characters and their feelings and the way they think.
Ben is a hoot.
Like the budding romance between Max and Drew.
Looking forward to the next.
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Vee
5.0 out of 5 stars I miss it already!
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2014
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Weakened is one of those books that once you get into it you just hate to put down! I just completed it and I miss Drew, Maxine and Ben already. Juliet's writing is such that she brings these characters to life with her beautiful, descriptive writing. She takes you through a virtual tour of New York's finest traits while enjoying Max experiencing them. I'm in love with Sir Drew!! I wish Ben was MY best friend and Maxine is a sweetheart who you want to give a kiss and a warm hug to. Loved, loved, loved this story.
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Chloe M
5.0 out of 5 stars A Dom with a heart of gold
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 17, 2014
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Young Maxine Kirk arrives in New York to take up her dream job as a junior publicist with a firm representing some of the leading stars of Broadway.

An accident with a glass of champagne lands her in the arms of rising star Drew Mackenzie. What follows is an exciting courtship as Drew introduces Maxine to some of the sights of New York and his own brand of romantic dominance.

The writing style is witty and literate, with crackling dialogue. Drew and Maxine are fully realised sympathetic characters and there's an interesting cast of friends and colleagues who I'm eager to read more of in the next book in the Manhattan Bound series.

Fresh and original, I highly recommend Weakened.
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Liz H
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 1, 2016
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Loved this! Although dominant, Drew is kind. I liked this about him. In this genre, I find that sometimes the woman is belittled and humiliated. Not in this case. This is a great start to the series and I look forward to learning more about these great characters.
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