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Caress: The Complete Edition (The Arcadia Series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Josie Litton (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

4.6 94 ratings

Book 1 of 4: The Arcadia Series

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“sexy…completely captivating!”--Goodreads

CARESS is now complete! All three parts of the story are now available, no cliffhanger.

From NY Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Josie Litton

*****CARESS is a blazing hot romance that includes explicit sexual scenes. Also warm toasted bagels spread with gooey cream cheese, banana splits dripping with extra cherries, and a panty-dropping alpha male who’s good enough to eat all by himself. Side effects may include naughty thoughts, secret smiles, and friends asking what on earth you’re reading. Proceed at your own risk. XXXOOO Josie*****

Welcome to the Arcadia, Manhattan’s most seductive address.

For almost a century, the exclusive Art Deco apartment building overlooking Central Park has been home to passionate, star-crossed lovers. Now a new generation is about to discover the obsession and mystery hidden within its luxurious walls.

When smart, gutsy Emma Whittaker returns to the building where she grew up, she’s only hoping to gain a foot-hold in a city that has turned cold and hostile since the exposure of her father’s multi-billion dollar financial fraud. Instead, she meets the one man who can make her forget all the hard-learned lessons that life has taught her and tempt her to risk everything, even her heart.

Lucas Phelps is New York’s premiere realtor, the confidant of stars, tech moguls, and oligarchs, gatekeeper to the city’s most sought after properties, none more so than the Arcadia itself. At ease in the world of the wealthiest and most powerful, Lucas has long since hidden his true nature behind steely resolve. But his deepest yearnings will return to haunt him when he crosses paths with the one woman capable of shattering his hard-won control and unleashing his darkest desires.

As the betrayals of the past and the dangers of the present collide within the Arcadia, Emma and Lucas will struggle to overcome both before they can make the future their own.

Praise for Josie Litton Books

"I love Josie Litton's creativeness. She will capture you and keep you conquered in everything she writes."--Twin Sisters Rockin' Book Reviews

"...FIVE STARS FOR THIS AUTHOR!!!"--Summer’s Book Blog

"5 Explosive stars...nothing less than spectacular..sensual, explosive and revealing."--DawnMarie Carpintero, Goodreads Reviewer

"I loved every minute reading this book...What an amazing start to this series, thank you Josie Litton."--Kerry Callway, Goodreads Reviewer

"Most beautiful, erotic twist of Sleeping Beauty! Can't wait til the next book!!"--Chrissy Dyer, Goodreads Reviewer

"…a completely unique and creative story that had me captivated from the start."--Melissa Cheslog, Goodreads Reviewer

"As an avid lover of romance novels of all genres, I am always so happy when I discover a new type of plot line or a book that has a superb story to support all of the steamy bits that make me blush. That’s definitely what you’ll get in this book."--Loredana, Goodreads Reviewer

Product details

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01ADYDZUY
Publisher ‏ : ‎ (January 8, 2016)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 8, 2016
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2184 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 359 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1732403619

Best Sellers Rank: #1,269,767 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #45,097 in Romantic Suspense (Kindle Store)
- #51,972 in Romantic Suspense (Books)
- #119,242 in Contemporary Romance (Kindle Store)

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Josie Litton is the author of several NY Times and USA Today bestselling romances.

She is married to the man of her dreams and has two grown children. Becoming an empty nester has left her plenty of time to write, think about writing, plan what to write next, and read. When she isn’t doing that, she’s cooking, gardening, and traveling.

To receive news about new releases, sales, freebies and ARC opportunities, sign up for Josie's Readers Group at http://eepurl.com/dmDkpT

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carvanz

Cute, mysterious, sizzling

Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2019

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There are lots of cute-meets, but this one was super original and I couldn’t help but chuckle at the way it all went down. This is insta-attraction in a situation that most would probably not consider appropriate, but I thought it was perfect.

This couple absolutely sizzled across the pages as they not only get to know one another, but have to maneuver through the minefield of their pasts. While there is always the shadow of Emma’s past threatening them both individually and as a couple, this had a lot of couple moments. Fun and laughter is a large part of their relationship with a healthy dose of desire to prove the chemistry between them.

I love when a hero doesn’t realize how alpha he is until he meets the right woman. Such is the case with Lucas. He never knew he had a caveman mentality until Emma turns his life upside down. Watching him fall for her was fun as well as sizzling.

”Sweet heaven, I hungered for her. I couldn’t remember ever feeling such raw sexual need. But not only that, I also wanted to pound my chest, swing my club, and keep every other male on the face of the earth from so much as breathing on her.”

The mystery at the center of the Arcadia is discussed but never really delved into but I loved the potential it held for future books. Relatively low angst, this has a lightning fast pace that moves us forward despite the lack of drama. However, when trouble arises, the angst gets down and dirty and man oh man but my heart hurt for both of these characters.

I enjoyed the heck out of this book and wish I had pulled out back when I first purchased it. Lesson learned – all Josie Litton books should be read ASAP!

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Lynn C

Can the past be buried?

Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2019

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Emma was put in the wrong situation by her father. Lucus, a wealthy man that falls for Emma as soon as he meets her. But, will she feel the same way? Can either of them get over what past events happened and move on with the future? Well, pick this one up for a great read. Josie has given us a great story...

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Explosive and Unforgettable

Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2019

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This fabulous titillating saga again surrounds the Arcadia Apartment Series from another of Josie Litton Books called Possess, which you should read in companion with this one. Emma and Lucas love affair is sexy and provocative, with elements of drama, mystery, intrigue, deception and it was like watching a movie on the screen. This book was a fun, erotic story of one woman's journey finding happiness, trust and love. This book has steam coming off the pages and the chemistry between the two heroines was incredible. It was a page turner in the truest sense. I simply could not get enough and I like the way the story envelopes you from the start, not unlike how some authors wait half way until a book is almost half way finish to finally pull you in, Josie does not do that and I for one appreciate that about her writing.

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Cynthia Hughes

Fantastic Story!

Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2019

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I loved this book! The story drew me in and kept me reading! I couldn’t put it down! Lucas and Emma were perfect together! Their chemistry was sizzling! I loved the mystery surrounding the Arcadia and it’s potential to continue in future books in this series! Emma has a mystery of her own to figure out! Caress is an entertaining book full of mystery, suspense, love and hot, steamy sexiness! Josie has given us a great story and the start of a fantastic series!

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Lesa Dunbar

A wonderful book.

Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2018

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I truly love this. Ms. Litton shows her truly amazing sense of humor in the one. . It is a wonderful master piece. I love how real her characters are in this story the story line is so entertaining, emotional and a lot of mystery added in. This is definitely a must read.

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Christina Paquin

A great read

Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2018

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Loved the book and the author's writing style. I would have given five stars if not for about 4 to 5 spelling and usage errors. Other than that a great read.

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lori hoffman

Caress

Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2019

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I love this book the storyline is great and well written how the author writes such great books and makes it suspenseful just keep you interested in the book

Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2017

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This drew me right in from page one! Very sexy and sensual as well as some nostalgia from the 1950s. We have or mystery solved and another left unsolved. Really enjoyed this book.

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Dave Hunt

Definitely a top ten summer read.

Reviewed in Canada on July 6, 2019

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A tense beginning to the first installment of the Arcadia series. The story is well written with a good building intensity. Emma and Lucas have an intense spark right from the start of the book. Emma's past makes it difficult for her to open up and trust. The heat level of this story is scorching. the humor comes more from Lucas's attempts to quell his inner caveman than the couple's antics. I do so love Ms. Litton's ability to mix lust humor and a lick of intense action to spice up a story! I was given an advanced reader copy of this book. This was my fair and honest review.

Leyns

3.5 stars

Reviewed in Australia on September 29, 2023

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The characters were interesting and the storyline was decent. The romance moved pretty quick, insta-lust to love quite quickly. Overall it was good.

ZJT

Excellent thrilling romantic suspense

Reviewed in Canada on January 25, 2018

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Love this storyline. - This is the first book in the Arcadia series, all can be read as a standalone. The background mystery of the 1950s is an intriguing ongoing theme throughout. Add to this, the incredibly hot and suspenseful situation with Emma and Lucas and the ghosts of the past and you have yourself a winner.

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