| Title | : | Access (Alex Drake, #1) |
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | |
| ISBN | : | - |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Kindle Edition |
| Number of Pages | : | 174 |
| Publication | : | First published April 30, 2019 |
A mysterious connection to a man she doesn't know.
Book #1 in the Alex Drake Series
When seclusive billionaire Alex Drake sets his sights on Madison, obsession takes over.
Unlocking his world was easy.
Seducing her was inevitable.
But securing her heart might be impossible.
He's ready to give in to her every desire except for one.
The only thing she wants.
An answer.
To a tiny question.
Why her?
Warning: Full Steam Ahead.
Lexxi James Books are seductive, suspenseful romances filled with fun, sensual, and sizzling high-heat love scenes.
Access (Alex Drake, #1) Reviews
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What a fabulously sexy hot read!!! I don't know about Madison ,but I'm so intrigued by Alex drake!!! I love a man of mystery and I want to know his secrets!!! I simply adore both Alex and madison,their lovemaking is a sensual delight and their steamy encounters are so friggin hot! The storyline is fabulous and keeps your attention as well. And Alex's right hand man paco is so interesting as well,I need to know more about his story too! Can't wait to read more from this series!! It ends more as a continuing story rather then a cliff hanger. Well done Lexxi James you have me truly hooked. Until next time luv'sđđ
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Awesome first book. Alex is mysterious and intriguing.
Alex Drake captured my interest from the start. He is rich and powerful, confident and charming. He has women falling at his feet so to speak, but at times he is shaky and on the verge of what seems to be a panic attack. He sees Madison Taylor in his office building and thinks she might be the girl he has been searching for.
He has his second in command and all around go-to guy Paco, check into her. Apparently, she is not one of the many âMadison TaylorâsâPaco had previously researched while trying to find the one specific girl they were searching for. The attraction between Madison and Alex is instant and hot. He goes after her with a drive that he hasnât ever had to in the past and he sees her as different from the one night stands he has had in the past.
The romance is fast paced and scorching. I loved it. Though Alex is keeping secrets and Madison knows it. We will find out more in book 2, but I am loving these characters and the dynamic between them. It doesnât all make perfect sense, such as how fast it is moving and some of the things she isnât questioning, but hopefully all will be answered in book 2. I canât wait!
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4 Eau de Booze Stars âď¸
As a debut novel, Access was seriously good. Expecting a standard office romance, pleasantly I got so much more. With a well written storyline and lots of heat đĽ, the dialogue was genuinely funny and witty.
Maddison Taylor applies for a job at Drake Industries. After a shitastic morning, things arenât looking up when her interview is a flop. Fortunately, with enough heart and sass, she miraculously scores the role.
Alex Drake self made billionaire is instinctively drawn to Maddison from the get go. But convincing her that heâs more then an arrogant twat, is proving more alluring then he anticipated.
Add in the fact that this woman is âtheâ package, smart, hardworking, humorous and letâs not forget sexy. Heâs screwed.
âSheâs not simply beauty and balls after all. Sheâs got brains too. Iâm going to marry this girl.â
But before he can finally win the girl, Alex will need to disclose, important information that heâs been withholding from Maddison. The truth comes with a clause, a 30 days grace period.
Ha, I guess I now need to wait for Book 2 to get my answers.......
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Madison Taylor was at the right place at the right time or so she thought. Excited with the news she received and on a high she enters the building for an interview of a great job. That is until she runs into an encounter with a stranger that may have derailed the best lead she had enter and now may be for nothing. Madison is determined and decide she couldn't afford not to at least try. With the job of her dreams Madison feels like she is unstoppable she tries to be the first to arrive and last to leave but finds herself in another predicament, she attracted to the CEO which means nothing but trouble. Alex Drake CEO of Drake Global International has everything, sex appeal, power money, however when he see Madison he wants more he is drawn to her and wonder if she is the one. Alex must have her but he has secrets which he tells his trusted business partner Paco to look into. Now Paco is a character all on his own, he lives life to the fullest every step is full of confidence he loves his cars and no one at DGI will ever question who he is or what he does he is Paco, style and grace and knowledge at his fingertips. Now Alex has 30 days to show Madison who he is before he reveals how he knows her and Madison is afraid to let her guards down, so will Alex & Madison have a solid foundation or will it crumble before it start. Love love this story great read Lexxi James!!!!
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What a good surprise this book was! This is my first book by Lexxi James and I enjoyed every minute of it. â¤ď¸
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Quick steamy read! For this to be a short read I was quite impressed by the storyline, usually quick reads lack one severely. Solid characters. Easy to understand world built. Secondary characters were very appealing.
Alex and Madison are a very sexy pair with an interesting backstory lying in wait. This one ended not so much on a cliff hanger but definitely a suspenseful one.
Excited for book 2!
Happy reading! DD đ -
Access really doesn't give much away. And that's not a bad thing - I think it was intentionally written that way. There's a certain languid quality to it and at times, hypnotic.
The story revolves around Madison Taylor, small town girl trying to make her way in the city that never sleeps. And Alex Drake - one very elusive, secret man. At the outset, she stumbles upon a possible real lead for a great job and pursues it - leading her to a multibillion conglomerate, D.G.I. After what starts as a rocky interview mainly due to a rather rude man who spilled a combination of coffee mixed with liquor all over her blouse leading to her reeking of booze during said interview, she still manages to nail the job.
D.G.I. may as well be a fortress. Each floor needs a separate pass and on the tippy top of the towering building is where Alex Drake, the CEO resides. Alex is mysterious, has a history of one night stands and nothing more, and is largely an enigma. And given the story, it seems he's been that way for at least the last 10 years.
But Madison Taylor is the chink in his armor that quickly changes all of that. Even though this is a really quick read, there's a lot of mystery to it. Yes, it certainly has hot times when he finally swings Madison his way but there are many questions. And the answers are not contained in this book. Alex seems to have a rather obsessive interest in Madison and he also seems to know a lot of personal things about her that she starts to catch on to. Including childhood names used by her dead older brother, favorite book and other little tidbits that don't add up.
Alex seems to want to give her the world but that doesn't stop Madison on finally needing to know how he seems to know so many personal things pertaining to her after finding certain things in his apartment. Alex is hesitant as hell to give any answers and manages to wrangle a 30 day waiver from Madison - 30 days of being with him and he'll answer her questions. She relents and it seems it's on. But the question remains the whole book as to what his motive is, why Madison, how does he know these intimate facts and on top of that, how will she react when she finds out. I could feel Alex's reticence and also fear at the thought of giving in and telling her the truth.
To balance all the unsaids and his slightly undefined character that lays under wraps, the author brings in Paco, his right hand man. Let me just say, Paco is delightful. He's slightly OTT, the opposite of Alex and although he's obviously capable of getting his hands dirty, he is one entertaining dude who also brings the added bonus of being gay. There's nothing like a vivacious gay man to school you. And between his Lamborghini, his lack of censoring his thoughts around others and his love for diamond earrings, he is definitely the type of dude you'd enjoy hanging out with.
This book doesn't end on a cliffhanger but it does end on a note of all that is unknown, a genuine curiosity as to the inner layers of Alex and an agreed upon countdown to the truth.
So given that note, I'm off to number 2- 'Exposed' to figure out just who this guy really is and what the hell it is he's hiding!
****4 stars for this (I believe) haunted man and his obvious need to make something right though God only knows what it is! -
Madison Taylor was in the bathroom and overheard a goldmine of an opportunity and she landed a job interview!
Finally, a win for her after so many days of making ends meet. This is a steamy read. I loved it. I love a lovestruck Alex! I love the allure of a secret but only after 30 days. I canât wait to read the next book Exposed! I need the secret!!! -
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Grazie ad un piccolo indizio che Madison aveva captato per pura casualitĂ ascoltando la conversazione di una donna che faceva riferimento ad unâofferta di lavoro, era riuscita a contattare chi si sarebbe occupato dei colloqui presso la Drake Global Industries. Era lâoccasione della sua vita e non lâavrebbe sprecata per nessuna ragione al mondo.
Abituata alla piccola localitĂ degli Stati Uniti dove era cresciuta, Madison non era mai riuscita ad ambientarsi del tutto nella Grande Mela, dove le strade erano sempre gremite di gente che andava di corsa e brulicanti di auto paralizzate dal traffico.
Il colloquio di lavoro si sarebbe tenuto nel cuore di Manhattan, in un grattacielo fatto di acciaio, pietra e vetro, che puntava dritto verso lâalto, sede del DGI, che si occupava di innovazioni tecnologiche. Era sensazionale.
Il suo capo sarebbe stato Alex Drake, il milionario che si era fatto da solo nonchĂŠ genio delle telecomunicazioni a livello mondiale. Era un CEO dallâaspetto seducente ma assai arrogante, che trasudava ricchezza e potere in ogni ambito della sua vita. Ma poco importava.
La vita privata del magnate non era affar suo perchĂŠ per Madison Alex sarebbe stato solo il suo capo. Di questo era fermamente convinta, finchĂŠ scoprĂŹ che invece per lui le cose stavano diversamente: fin dal primo istante in cui lâaveva vista era diventata la sua ossessione.
đď¸Access è romanzo del genere office romance, scritto in maniera leggera e frizzante. A tratti mi ha divertita per le battute sagaci e irreverenti dei protagonisti, ma mi ha anche fatto scervellare la testa per riuscire a scoprire quale sia lo strano legame tra i due, ma dovremo aspettare il sequel per avere tutte le risposte.
Alex non è solo un arrogante amministratore delegato che sa il fatto suo, nĂŠ lâuomo affascinante abituato ad avere ogni donna nel suo letto. Ma è anche una persona tormentata da un passato che lo fa soffrire e che lo spinge a compiere una misteriosa e continua ricercaâŚ
Non appena i suoi occhi si sono posati su Madison è stato colto da una strana familiarità , ma il sorriso della giovane donna, dolce e imbronciato allo stesso tempo, e il suo sguardo magnetico da sexy bibliotecaria, lo hanno distolto dai suoi propositi, ma quando ha capito chi era ha realizzato che la sua lunga ricerca, finalmente, era arrivata a conclusione.
 đď¸Questo primo volume è incentrato su un segreto che Alex non ha voluto svelare. Mi è piaciuto moltissimo leggerlo, soprattutto perchĂŠ amo le storie che hanno come protagonista sexy CEO. I pensieri impudici di Aex, colmi di erotismo, li ho trovati molto sensuali e assolutamente in linea con il suo personaggio, un pĂł sopra le righe, sfrontato e insolente, ma adorabile.
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2 stars for the first 50% of the book.
The second part was so unreal...
The h was a dumb cousin of Anastasia steel minus the kinky!
The 3rd time she actually talks with the H, she is offered a designer dress and heels, then taken to the boss office were she is unable to resist his charme! Gets an orgasm and fall asleep in said office!
Next morning is awaken by his employee (man) that act like a fairy godmother, with extravagant bathrooms, new prĂŠ-arranged outfits, Lamborghini rides to a party the H took control and "organized" but that's not it! The days continues with drive lessons in another Lamborghini still with the H employee that included stunts, blindfolds and super speed! The fabulous day ended with the h being taken to the H house, were a new wardrobe awaits complete with Cartier and Tiffany boxes! Monogram bathrobes and the shit!
Now let me remind you that this happens the day after they talked for the 3rd time, in all this day the H only appears to receive a blow job for being amazing in hijacking her life after checking the h phone!!!
More things happen that screams psycho stalker alert but the h doesn't do confrontation... so she accepts all oh so meekly!!!
If the guy hasn't that rich, would she put up with it!!?
She is such a Mary Sue!!
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What a great book! I was pulled in from the start, and I couldn't put it down! I love Alex and Madison, and I can't wait to find out all the secrets! I've got my own theories as to what's to come with them, but I can't wait to read the next book!!
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Brand new author for me, and I have to say I was surprised. Going in I hadn't even read the blurb. But from that opening chapter I was hooked.
Scrambling to keep up with what I was reading, trying to piece it together. I'm left with more questions than anything. And that for me is the start of what I know is going to be an awesome adventure.
When Maddison overhears a conversation it's like she's in the right place even though she is sitting in a bathroom listening in. Whatever this is it's her chance. A chance to further her life in this city they call New York. And she takes it running.
When she interviews for the job at Drake Global it almost doesn't go to plan. She secures the job but this is here where I question why? It's like I'm Alice and have fallen down the rabbit hole. This place is just as mysterious as the man at it's helm. Alex Drake. Billionaire. Good looking. And full of secrets.
His side kick and just as mysterious Paco is another character I'm intrigued with. Who is he???
Gina scared me. I'd die if this woman was interviewing me for the job. She guards this place with an iron fist. And nothing gets past her.
What she couldn't possibly have expected was to meet the man who seems to know everything about her. And I'm not talking trivial stuff. He knows intimate details of her life, her past. And that there is the million dollar question. How?
When Alex Drake sees Maddison he is drawn to her. She seems familiar. The attraction is instant. This man has me wondering just who he is. Is he connected to her brother Jack? I'm in serious need of answers here. But I'm not getting them at least not in the first book.
His seduction of Maddison is truly stunningly sexy. The heat smoulders and the attraction between our two leads is explosive. The chemistry is a given. But theres something more happening here. I just need to piece it together.
I could not put down. This story will capture you, make you question what the hell is going on.
Waiting impatiently for the next book.
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I´m sorry to say that this was just one big pile of mess for me and I won´t be finishing this series.
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Sexy and mysterious novel!
I loved this book! It has everything a hot and mysterious romance needs,
Madison a beautiful independent young lady on her way to an interview at Alex Drakeâs Corporate office. She needs this job, I love how the interview began and ended!
Alex Drake is a gorgeous billionaire and is mysteriously attracted to Madison.
Madison Taylor has a deceased brother , Jack. But I want to know how he passed away.
Ok, I really loved this book, the story line at first didnât make sense, but I still was into it. It has a mysterious attraction, hot love scenes đĽ Then Madison moves in with Alex. She looks around his place and is confused, she asks him about it! Then he asks her for 30 days to explain. Iâm really looking forward to start reading Book đ 2!
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I will commence by saying I liked this book. I am saying that because Iâm concerned that parts of this review might sound like I didnât enjoy this book when in fact I did.
Even though this is a short book it felt as if it had a lot of content but I will say that it didnât seem like very much was going on. I understand it is necessary to set up the story since it is clearly several books but I wanted a little more action.
I did love the beginning of the book when Madison was leaving her interview. Sometimes a person has had enough and it is necessary to voice it. I knew right at that moment I was going to really like Madison Taylor.
Alex Drake is a puzzle for sure but a very sexy puzzle. I canât wait to find out his entire story because I know there is going to be a lot to it.
I also love Paco, who is Alexâs best friend and I guess business partner.
There is a lot of mystery to this story I can already tell. This is my first Lexxi James book and obviously will not be my last since I am going to need to find out everything I can about Alex Drake!! -
Only half a book.
Itâs hard to review as not much happened and then it is done. Underwhelmed 2.5 stars -
Alex had definitely made an impression. He's a multifaceted man. He yearns for something, but what. And is Madison the answer he's been waiting for. Madison also is an enigma. She's seems shy and reserved. But she's passionate about what and who she believes in. I'm definitely intrigued and can't wait to figure out who is Alex and Madison.
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A fun, sexy read by Lexxi James. This book did not disappoint. From the witty banter between Madison and Alex to the steamy love scenes, I could not but this book down. I look forward to reading the second book and seeing where this romance takes them.
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Hooked and Bowled over.
September seems too far away to read book two - Exposed by Lexxi James. A new author and boy am I glad I got the chance to read book one - Access - an Alex Drake novel. I could not put the book down. Lexxi James has a long innings as a successful writer from the way Access story has been written. If I had more stars, I would give it a ten. Loved the way the story flowed with ease keeping the reader hooked till the end.
Alex and Madison, two beautiful people, meant for each other. Alex the billionaire, CEO of Drake Global, mysterious and full of secrets. A man who knows and gets what he wants, and women fall for him without him making the effort. He is rich, powerful, charming and a shrewd businessman. Alex Drake captured my interest right from the time he appears in the story.
Madison, gusty, worldly, kindhearted, beautiful and a hard worker. She overhears a conversation while in a public or a hotel bathroom, the woman talking on the phone was loud and didn't care who heard her ranting away, giving out information that she quit her job at Drake Global Industries.
Madison takes this opportunity for an opening at D.G.I and calls for a request for an interview with Gina Sawyer the Director of Human Capital. She gets the interview, but things don't go well as anticipated by Madison. Her days starts with a mishap, but the last straw was when Gina ridiculed her on her dress sense and for looking for a job at D.G.I without any corporate work experience. Madison could not stomach the insult and lost it, giving back to Gina, before leaving the office building. But in spite of her outburst, she lands up with the job and proves herself at work.
There is an instant attraction between Alex and Madison. Alex is searching for someone and feels that this is the Madison Taylor he was searching for. And here comes in his mysterious friend and confidant Paco. Who is he? And how does Alex know so much about Madison already?
The romance between Alex and Madison is scorching and fast spaced. He goes after her like he has never done before his many flings. Madison is special to him. Is there something to do with her brother Jack? His death? Or is he alive, hiding? Or, are they childhood friends/sweetheart that Madison does not remember. So many unanswered questions. (Sigh)!
Lexxi James has built up the story with enough suspense to last till September. I can't wait to read the next book. All the characters fit in just right giving the push to the story in the right direction. -
Intriguing
Went in blind, not knowing what to expect, thought it would be another billionaire boss type of story ,it's more, so much more, waiting for the second part of this to be out sometime next month. Left me with questions, need answers pronto! -
Oh Mr. Drake
Access is a fun, fast-paced, sexy read. Lexxi has a wonderful way of bringing characters to life on the page. You can not put this book down and I'm ready to get my hands on the second part! Engaging plot and lots of sexy spice make this book a must-read. 5Stars! -
Couldnât put it down!
Loved this book, couldnât put it down. Canât wait to get started on the next one, so eager to know what Alex has up his sleeve. -
I enjoyed Madison and Alex's story and cannot wait to find out the rest in the next installment. This is not a long book but not super short, either. Once I started it was hard to put it down.
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4.3 stars
Definitely a surprise with this book. There was something about the mystery and the connection that I wanted to know more. I loved the characters and I can't wait to see what happens next. -
First, I want to say Iâm not much of a romantic suspense gal. Historical romance fan here! Kind of old-fashioned :) When I started this book I had to keep an open mind. I wanted to broaden my horizons so to speak. I noticed right away the author makes her characters come to life. You often find yourself drawn to Madison Taylor and Alex Drakeâs goofy quirks or vulnerable thoughts, yet each figure still maintains their charm and steamy allure. The secondary characters are solid, Gina and Paco are subtle forces to the storyline and irreplaceable. I wonât give away the entire plot, but I have to say that Iâm pleased with the well-written reading experience. I will move on to the next book in this series. I want to know more on Alexâs military background and whatâs his secret connection to Madison that she doesnât even know just yet! Very intrigued and now a romantic suspense fan thanks to Lexxi James  :))Â
