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Crowne of Lies: A Marriage of Convenience Romance (The Crowne Brothers) Kindle Edition

by CD Reiss (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Logan Crowne needs one year from Ella.
That's it.
Twelve months living in his house, holding his hand, wearing his ring on her finger, and in exchange, she'll get her father's company in the divorce settlement.
They have one year to convince his skeptical parents that they're happily in love, and he's settled enough to run Crowne Industries.
Ella wants the company badly enough to live with a man who will never love her.
She'll sleep in his room and kiss him for show. Her heart may melt whenever he's around, and his touch may ignite a fire inside her, but surrender will break her heart. She's sure she can last a year without giving him her body. She's wrong.
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Crowne of Lies is a standalone....from "hello, how do you do?" to HEA all in one book.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07ZZLTXK7
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (February 28, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 28, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.1 MB
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CD Reiss is a Brooklyn native and has the accent to prove it. She earned a master’s degree in cinematic writing from USC, and though she ultimately failed to have one line of dialog put on film, she stayed in Los Angeles out of spite.

Since screenwriting was going nowhere, she switched to novels and has released over two dozen titles since, including two New York Times Bestsellers and a handful of USA Today bestsellers. Her audiobooks have won APA Audie Awards and Earphones Awards.

She resides in Hollywood in a house that’s just big enough for her two children, two cats, her long-suffering husband and her massive ego.

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Customers praise the book for its heartfelt story and well-written tale. They find it easy to read and a favorite in the series. The characters are described as charming and charismatic. The humor is described as entertaining and enjoyable. Readers praise the writing quality as good, with the narration done well. The pacing is described as fast-paced with soul-searching moments and thought-provoking messages. Overall, customers describe the book as touching and beautiful.

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68 customers mention "Story quality"59 positive9 negative

Customers enjoy the story's quality. They find it well-written, with heart and feeling. The book is described as an entertaining love story set in modern Los Angeles. While some readers enjoyed the first book of the series, others felt this one was a bit too esoteric for them.

"...what do you say about a perfect book, amazing characters and a phenomenal story line??? Buy it, read it, love it!!!..." Read more

"...And man, the sex scenes were scorching hot. But even with the sexy and romantic times, I wasn’t always so sure they would find their happily ever..." Read more

"...A wild and crazy story to read. Enough said I couldn't even put down the book it was so exciting to read. TBC ENJOY" Read more

"From the first word to the last Crowne of Lies is the perfectly imperfect love story that is perfect in every way...." Read more

54 customers mention "Readability"54 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's readability. They find it fun to read, with a complex love story and great storyline. Readers appreciate the strong, sassy heroine and the interactions between the characters.

"...I loved Ted and Doreen Crowne and how they interact with Logan and Ella, and they have their own story that I think would make interesting reading...." Read more

"...The emotional arcs that Ms. Reiss puts her characters on are a delicate, graceful, always unique high wire act and Elle and Logan are no different...." Read more

"...Enough said I couldn't even put down the book it was so exciting to read. TBC ENJOY" Read more

"...But I did enjoyed the book and would read her again." Read more

22 customers mention "Character development"22 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the dialogue and character development in the book. They find the female character spunky, the Crowne family charismatic, and feel the chemistry between them before they speak.

"I’m speechless! Seriously what do you say about a perfect book, amazing characters and a phenomenal story line??? Buy it, read it, love it!!!..." Read more

"...Crown of Lies is a wonderfully romantic read. All the characters have depth and the Crowne family are so charismatic that you'll want them to adopt..." Read more

"...In this book you almost feel the chemistry before the characters even speak...." Read more

"...pretty common trope (billionaire fake/forced marriage), the characters are very unique and have layers...." Read more

22 customers mention "Humor"22 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the humor in the book. They find the interactions amusing, and the tension addictive. The marriage of convenience plot is also enjoyable for them.

"Marriage of convenience trope are fun...." Read more

"...The emotional slow burn and tension is absolutely, deliciously addictive which had my holding my breath...." Read more

"...these complicated characters and given us the perfect mix of angst, humor and deliciously hot AF sexy times...." Read more

"...Passionate and sexy emotionally charged journey that grabs you by the heart and doesn’t let go...." Read more

20 customers mention "Writing quality"16 positive4 negative

Customers find the writing quality good. They appreciate the character development and narrators' work. The book is described as an easy read with few grammatical errors and well-executed unreliable narrator.

"...They are perfect for each other and perfectly written...." Read more

"Overall writing was good, very few grammatical errors. Very easy read, a little depth to the story...." Read more

"Solid book. Good writing. Character development was great...." Read more

"...A piece of constructive criticism: I found it difficult at times following who was speaking...." Read more

17 customers mention "Pacing"12 positive5 negative

Customers find the book's pacing engaging. They appreciate the perfect mix of angst, humor, and soul-searching moments. The story is described as an emotional rollercoaster that makes you think about your choices. Readers mention it's a unique romance book with a common trope that brings two people together that normally don't mesh.

"...woven together these complicated characters and given us the perfect mix of angst, humor and deliciously hot AF sexy times...." Read more

"...Because there are a sprinkle of thought provoking messages within this story. Truly beautiful...." Read more

"...The upheaval was heartbreaking. How they fixed things with each other was wonderful. And the truths that came after the fall out was surprising." Read more

"...They are independent but not afraid to show vulnerabilities. Most of all, they love fiercely without losing their own identity...." Read more

16 customers mention "Sexiness"16 positive0 negative

Customers find the book touching and beautiful. They appreciate the witty characters and the author's skillful writing style. The story explores Logan's parents and siblings in depth, showing both their humanity and the bond between them.

"...Iron Crowne that features his brother Byron also a stand-alone, he is charming and charismatic, sexy as all get out and a total workaholic...." Read more

"...emotional arcs that Ms. Reiss puts her characters on are a delicate, graceful, always unique high wire act and Elle and Logan are no different...." Read more

"...Like two little boys constantly trying to one up the other. It was cute. Now that I finished Crowne of Lies, I have done a 360 on Logan...." Read more

"...He was passionate about his goals. Gawd, he was so passionate and sexy and delicious! And Ella … ya’ll … I wanna be Ella when I grow up...." Read more

9 customers mention "Pace"3 positive6 negative

Customers have different views on the book's pacing. Some find it fast-paced with just the right amount of suspense, and the momentum starts off well. Others feel the pace drags towards the end or is unreal.

"...In this case, the timing involved was unreal. So fast. But it was entertaining. Good ending. *sigh*" Read more

"...Logan and Ella’s relationship ignited at just the right pace… they felt it from day 1 but of course kept their hearts hidden away...." Read more

"I thought this book felt slow at times and like lightening in others...." Read more

"...Sounds like it could be interesting. Turns out, it is not. Too slow moving, it just dragged on till I lost all interest...." Read more

Desperation breeds bad decisions. But not always.
5 out of 5 stars
Desperation breeds bad decisions. But not always.
She is desperate to hold onto her legacy. He is desperate to hold onto his. A pact is made, a contract is signed and for one year they will fake it with the best of them.But when lines get blurred and feeling start arising, then what?Logan and Ella are faking it or are they?This was a fun ride with these two liars. I enjoyed the passion they tried to deny and the emotions they tried to write off. But the only way two can keep a secret is if one of them is dead.The upheaval was heartbreaking. How they fixed things with each other was wonderful. And the truths that came after the fall out was surprising.
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  • Trish Sutherland
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Stunningly Unique Romance You Will Devour
    Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2020
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    I’m speechless! Seriously what do you say about a perfect book, amazing characters and a phenomenal story line??? Buy it, read it, love it!!! Crowne of Lies is romance at its best and so uniquely CD Reiss.

    Fake marriage, total opposites, each with an end goal. Funny how things can change.
    Logan Crowne and Ella Papillion have united for exactly that, a fake marriage for one year. A business deal that will benefit both to reach their ultimate goals. A fake persona for public appearances, then behind closed doors its seperate rooms, no sex well maybe a couple of times, and definitely no feelings......yeah right. They are like chalk and cheese but as the old saying goes opposites attract and when the chemistry is unleashed, BAM it’s on like Donkey Kong.

    We first meet Logan in Iron Crowne that features his brother Byron also a stand-alone, he is charming and charismatic, sexy as all get out and a total workaholic. Trust me he will melt the panties right off you. I can safely say that Logan has knocked Bryon out off the top spot with his dirty talk and dominant alpha ways.
    Ella has a uniqueness about her and a sassy nature that drew me in. She does things her way and expresses herself through her art and creations. A warrior princess who will fight for what she believes in. As Mrs Logan Crowne, she plays her part as the perfect wife to perfection until it’s not so perfect anymore.

    As an added bonus you get a more in-depth look and Logan’s parents and siblings. I loved Ted and Doreen Crowne and how they interact with Logan and Ella, and they have their own story that I think would make interesting reading. Then you have Bianca, the wicked stepmother of Ella but by the end you have to wonder is wicked the right term. All in all though theses secondary character help add to the reading pleasure of this book.

    CD Reiss is one author who gets my blood pumping and gives me the tingles when I’m reading her work. Crowne of Lies surpassed all my expectations and is a definite must read.
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  • Lori Sang
    4.0 out of 5 stars Opposites do attract
    Reviewed in the United States on February 29, 2020
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    Marriage of convenience trope are fun. It takes me back to the days when I devour Harlequin romance daily and my favorites were always the marriage of convenience stories. But those stories were short and
    formulaic and the hero always seems to benefit more than the heroine. In Crowne of Lies, Logan & Ella enter into a marriage of convenience and both hope to benefit from it. Logan wants to officially control the Crowne family business cuz that’s all he’s ever wanted and has been groomed for. While Ella, in order to fulfill a promise, needs to take back control of her family’s Fashion empire.
    It was fun to see these two try to keep their marriage as a business arrangement and deny their feelings and attractions to each other. And man, the sex scenes were scorching hot. But even with the sexy and romantic times, I wasn’t always so sure they would find their happily ever after together. However, I shouldn’t have doubt that Ms. Reiss would be able to find a way to bring Logan and Ella’s love story to a satisfying conclusion. And the setup for the next couple surprised me a little (in a good way) cuz I thought it was going to be a different Crowne brother but hey now I’m intrigued and can’t wait for Crowne Rules.
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  • jeannie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Contracts are made to be broken
    Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2020
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    he Crowne men are going to kill me. Ted and Doreen Crowne have raised some seriously stormy, sexy, good men. Totally different yet so clearly brothers, and so clearly honorable. Meeting Logan Crowne in Crowne of Lies cemented this fact for me.

    Logan is the buttoned up business man. All suit and swagger and dismissive sex appeal. The all work, no play brother who is so over the top that his parents forcibly puts his campaign for his ONE BIG THING - the top seat at Crowne Industries - on hold, so he can pursue what he thinks is his "other thing" aka the one that can wait - a marriage like his parents. The ultimatum - Logan's on leave with the instructions to live life and fall in love. Of course, he hears that as "make a deal" for a marriage of convenience. Find a willing candidate. Negotiate. Sign a contract. Easy peasy. He's just recruiting for a temporary hire, after all...

    Enter Elle Papillion. A passing acquaintance from High School. Outwardly his opposite in every way. Tatted up. Pierced. A Creative. A DGAF girl. But appearances are deceiving. Her conflicting obligations and the weight of her legacy - protecting and growing her father's design house - are crushing the life out of her art. Specifically the big white canvas sitting untouched, mocking her at every turn. Their exteriors may not show it but they are headstrong peas in a pod of ambition.So, when Logan comes along with his offer and a way to remove her biggest problem, her step monster, she's no less buttoned up as he is, negotiating ruthlessly. She doesn't even blink at a year of celibacy, but the contingency clauses do give her a moments' pause. "Just in case" he says.

    But we all know that marriages of convenience are never convenient for the heart. Especially when the sexual tension skyrockets and the "solution" is a "meaningless" coupling on the hood of a Ferrari supercar. More swoony filth for the ages.

    And things get real - fast. The emotional arcs that Ms. Reiss puts her characters on are a delicate, graceful, always unique high wire act and Elle and Logan are no different. Their individual struggles with their ambitions and their coupling, and what one means to the other, is where this story soars.Watching Logan and Elle "sort their stuff" is really touching and beautiful. They're both so wracked with the fear of not being good enough and what not being they're "supposed to be" in order to be worthy. Their individual struggle and their coupling is where this story soars.

    The emotional slow burn and tension is absolutely, deliciously addictive which had my holding my breath. Could they get out of their heads long enough to find each other? I think you know the answer.
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  • Pedsrn1988
    5.0 out of 5 stars True to Themselves
    Reviewed in Canada on July 16, 2020
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    I loved this book because Ella and Logan learned not being their true selves caused heartache, loneliness and unhappiness. Once they accepted their individuality could they love each other completely.
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  • Marian Chawner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Opportunity should be ceased and enjoyed
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 9, 2020
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    Logan , a positive workaholic is given an ultimatum. Ella is the solution to his ultimatum. However they didn’t take into account that a business promise can be a heart felt commitment. Especially when Brogan is brought back fully into the Crowne empire. A beautiful written book about opposites attracting. How it’s easy to form a business provision at first to gain what you want, until feelings become involved, and the heart dictates a different outcome. We get to learn more about the Crowne empire and its family members. We meet characters we have known before and watch them grow on the perimeter of the storyline, and we are introduced to new members who will play an important role in future storylines. There is drama, intrigue, realisations of truth and passed secrets. There are very romantic times, and times when the readers are as frustrated as the characters. However through out there is an excellent story to digest and enjoy.
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  • Amazon Customer Lindy
    4.0 out of 5 stars Logan & Ella
    Reviewed in Canada on August 30, 2022
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    Intro into the world of money & fashion. Great details on the fashion industry & how the rich get richer.
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  • Donna S
    4.0 out of 5 stars Well written
    Reviewed in Australia on March 10, 2020
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    Arranged marriage between Ella and Logan. There was plenty of chemistry in this one. We got to know the Crowne family pretty well. Money talks, and in this case Logan paid well for Ella to be his wife for a year. This was an interesting journey, and of course, love wins in the end.
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  • JuBoo
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely story and fab characters, couldn’t put the book down.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 23, 2020
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    Lovely story and fab characters, couldn’t put the book down. So many goosebumps reading this. Logan lives and breaths work, his dad is worried about him missing out on the important things in life, so being the head of the company he tells him unless he gets married he can’t take over the company from him. No pressure!

    He meets Ella through a friend, and thinks she’s perfect to be his pretend wife. Ella agrees and that’s when the lies start to get out of control. Ella is unpredictable, brilliantly creative and likes to be challenged. Little did he know she was exactly what he needed. Loved, Logan’s mum in this. What an awesome mother in-law to have!
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