Beneath This Mask

The Beneath Series, Book 1

By: Meghan March

Narrated by: Andi Arndt, Holter Graham

Length: 7 hrs and 28 mins

Publisher's Summary

He loves me, and he doesn't even know my real name.

The limelight that follows him could expose everything I'm hiding. But even knowing the risks, I can't force myself to stay away.

I'm going to break his heart, but mine will shatter right along with it.

Will we lose it all when I reveal what's beneath this mask?

©2015 Meghan March (P)2015 Meghan March

SWEET ROMANCE BUT THERE'S A SECRET PAST TO REVEAL

Charlotte (aka Charlie) needs to disappear quickly and she does it in New Orleans and now with a new look, a new job and a new identity she has finally found her true self working in a Tattoo Shop. One year in and late one night a Bachelor Party come staggering in and that's when she meets the gorgeous Simon. Simon is instantly captivated by the tattooed, dark haired beauty with colored streaks in her hair but is it the booze clouding his mind. So he returns the next day to find out that she was even more breathtaking but he can't get her to say yes to a date..... until persistency, a lack of Charlie's willpower and a terrible accident brings them together. But Charlie has secrets that could harm Simon's political career, she's a closed book and sooner or later her past is going to catch up with her and it's just a case of when and at what price.

I usually go for bad boys and Simon is anything but that, he's thoughtful, kind, caring, understanding and doesn't pressurise Charlie for answers and I loved him for that. It was Charlie who was keeping secrets and, as usual, they're kept too long with devastating results. There's no surprises for the listener as Charlie's past life is told from the start but it's a lovely romance that unfolds between two likeable characters who deserve each other. There's romantic times, sexy times and heartbreaking confusing times and the worst enemy is Charlie's self doubt..... well that and her family and the F.B.I.

Worth a credit? Dual POV's, good narration and a story that I couldn't wait to get back to so, IMO, that all makes for a nice creditworthy listen.

Meghan March has done it!!

I loved this book. Loved the fact that everytime I thought I had guessed what was going to happen next I was pleasantly surprised that I was dead wrong. I love a book that will keep me on my toes and keep me guessing. The narrator was amazing and draws you directly into the story and keeps you on the edge of your seat.

It's okay

Narrators- female voice is good. Male voice was distracting. He doesn't match the image. His voice makes u think of a smaller dude. U picture this tall hunk out of the navy & then his voice comes out & my picture morphs lol ... like Hugh Jackson to Michael j fox..
Other then that it was ok.

Story- it was ok. Not nail biting or I can't put the book down. Predictable yet feel good. I wouldn't spend a credit on it tho I would wait for a discount.

Andi was lovely but the male narrator ruined it

Would you listen to Beneath This Mask again? Why?

never - andi has such a beautiful raspy voice but the male narrator was absolutely terrible ... couldn't finish it

Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Andi Arndt and Holter Graham ?

Andi Arndt and Sebastian York

Wonderful start to a great series!

I loved this book! It seams that lately most books I've listened to have been over the top on the angst. This one has just the right amount. The narration is really good. Has a great HEA. Can be read as a stand alone but is the beginning of a great series. This one is credit worthy!

Great First Book in the Series

I really enjoyed this book and look forward to the rest in the series. The author did a great job of the characters and the story. I couldn't put it down. I was just a bit disappointed that it took Charlie so long to tell her secret. There were so many opportunities. However, I guess you had to be in her shoes to know what she was thinking. Although Simon is x-military and a tough guy, he is really a pussycat underneath. The narrators did a great job with the characters.

Loved. It.

What made the experience of listening to Beneath This Mask the most enjoyable?

I can't fault anything about this book. The narration was on point. This was my first experience with Holter Graham and my second with Andi Arndt and I thoroughly enjoyed both their fabulous acting skills.
The writing was also extremely well crafted and the story swoon-worthy.

What did you like best about this story?

I enjoyed the strong heroine. The determined hero. The easy listen.
It was a story I could sink into and savor.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I didn't have the option. I listened to this in broken spurts over a couple of weeks. Usually, that type of listening would distract me from my enjoyment but each time I pressed play on this story I fell straight back into bliss.

Refreshing story

Original storyline and great setting, I liked how the "good girl falls for bad boy" roles where somewhat reversed without being all too black or white. The writing was fluid and the characters well developed, making it simple to embrace their circumstances and empathize. I appreciated less of the typical and sometimes overplayed internal monologues and enjoyed how the secondary characters (including the lovely Huck) enhanced the narrative.

Holter Graham wasn't my favorite narrator, his pace was too slow and I didn't particularly like how he would sometimes go to extremes: either whispering/mumbling or being super loud and intense. I adore Andi Arndt, the way she approaches her characters with such easiness always makes it effortless for me to identify with them.

Surprisingly good can't wait to listen to the rest.

I really enjoyed this book and look forward to the rest of the series the author did a great job on the characters in the story.
Social barriers be damned she did an excellent job on breaking the barriers.
I couldn't wait to read the second book so I'm starting it now. I hope it is as good as the first book in the series.
Awesome!!!

I love that there were two narrator.

I really appreciated the swap of male & female voices. What impressed me was the chemistry between Charlotte/Simon. He's the perfect heroin!!! Awesome book.

HOOKED

What did you like most about Beneath This Mask?

Fab story line

What was one of the most memorable moments of Beneath This Mask?

Tattoos and the dog Hook

Which scene did you most enjoy?

All of it to be honest

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes very much so so I did lol

Any additional comments?

fantastic story line I was hooked from start to finish

I'm hooked

Although I read book 6 in this series first (it was awesome, hence starting from the beginning), it did not take away from my enjoyment of the first book. This book follows bad girl (running away from the law) Charlie and good boy (running for Senator) Simon as they try to navigate a relationship based based on non truths. I loved the twist on the bad boy image (bad girl Charlie for a change). The story, told in dual POV, was fast paced and kept me entertained throughout the whole book. I'm definitely starting book 2 in the very near future because I need more of this complex, highly entertaining group.

Fantastic!

I have read and listened to this great book several times now & truly love it.
The story is so well constructed it flows beautifully as a result.
I love Ms March's work & particularly enjoyed Andi Arndt with Holton Graham as Narrators, which made the book even better.
Loved it !!

loved the story, but not the male narrator

i really loved the story, but not at all the male narrator... he was terrible

brilliant

loved it once again a fantastic listen from megan looking forward to the next one

I loved it!

Simon and Charlie are great characters in this exciting romantic suspense. He’s a nice guy and a public figure in the town. She’s a tattooed beauty who’s hiding from her past. But will she risk being found for the man who could be her future?
I loved it and can’t wait to read the next book one in this standalone series. Great narrators!

Story good. Love Meghan March books.

Holter Grahams voice is a little harsh 4 this part but still enjoyed story, 3rd time listening.