Lovers Like Us

By: Becca Ritchie, Krista Ritchie

Narrated by: Alexander Cendese, J.F. Harding

Length: 12 hrs and 46 mins

Publisher's Summary

From New York Times best-selling Authors Krista & Becca Ritchie, comes the next book in their sexy new contemporary romance series.

Twenty-seven-year-old Farrow Keene lives by his actions, and his actions say he's the best at whatever he does. As a 24/7 bodyguard and the new boyfriend to Maximoff Hale, protecting the headstrong, alpha billionaire has never been more complicated. And one rule can't be bent: Keep your relationship secret from the public.

Farrow is confident he's the best man for the job. But a twist in Maximoff's fast-paced life sticks them with the rest of Security Force Omega and their clients. On the road. In a sleeper tour bus. For four rocky months.

Sexual frustrations, check. Road trip drama, check. Awkward bonding, check. But Farrow couldn't have accounted for a high-risk threat (identity: unknown) that targets Maximoff before the ignition even turns. And it hits Farrow - someone has it out for the guy he loves. Every day, Maximoff & Farrow's feelings grow stronger, and together, they'll either sink or swim.

The Like Us series is a true series, one continuous timeline, that follows a family of wealthy celebrities and the people that protect them. You must listen to Damaged Like Us, book one, before listening to Lovers Like Us.

©2017 K.B. Ritchie (P)2018 Audible, Inc.

Can't get enough of this series and characters! <3

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Absolutely. The story (and whole series) are captivating, the characters are compelling and lovable and the audio narration is great!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Out of the main characters, Maximoff is my favorite because he's just so endearing. He's masculine and strong in so many ways, compassionate, loving, and selfless to a fault, and also super witty. I love him. I honestly love every character so much though - that's definitely what captures my attention about this series the most.

Have you listened to any of J.F. Harding and Alexander Cendese ’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes, in Damaged Like Us. It was consistent with their performance for the characters from the last book. Alexander Cendese as Farrow was a little more loud/aggressive sounding than I picture him to be but still enjoyable. I prefer them both on 1.25x or 1.5x speed though.

Any additional comments?

I'm always so impressed and satisfied after reading or listening to a Krista & Becca Ritchie novel. Their writing and story building is excellent. I've read all of their books multiple times and this one is no exception. Can't wait what's in store for us next!

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Lovers Like Us Review

Where does Lovers Like Us rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It’s one of the best I’ve ever listened to. I love all of Krista and Becca’s books but I loved how the narrators brought this book to life.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Farrow! I just love everything about him. I love his confidence and his swagger and especially how much he loves Maximoff. I really enjoyed how in this book you get to see how his love for Maximoff grows.

What about J.F. Harding and Alexander Cendese ’s performance did you like?

Both of the narrators embodied their characters so perfectly! It made feel like I was actually inside each of their heads and experiencing everything with them.

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

Yes! I had to make myself slow down so I could enjoy it longer.

Any additional comments?

I love all of Krista and Becca’s books and am patiently(not reall) waiting for Alphas Like Us! I can’t wait to see what happens next in Farrow and Maximoff’s relationship.

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Overdone to the point of distraction

Not sure what happened here. I like the writing of the Ritchie sisters but this book failed in several key aspects.

1) it was so angsty that half way through the book I was pretty much done with the Farrow/Maximoff story. It felt like all of the feelings/sensations/obsessions those two had toward each other were stuck on repeat, as if we needed to be reminded every other paragraph. For instance, how Maximoff foind Farrow's tattoed fingers super sexy or his alpha easy confidence irresistible. That is made pretty clear early on and as a listener, it got old hearing it over and over and over, ad nauseam. It got to the point that the revelations and feelings that were supposed to be overpowering by the end, landed kind of flat, sadly.

2) the Ritchie sisters seemed to have found about dozen descriptions that they really liked and used them like filler at every point they could. Not sure why, because none of thier other books that I've listened to suffer from this particular plight, but in this book it got really old, really fast. Along with that they tended to add lots of repetitive, unneeded descriptions that took away from the writing over all. Like they were trying to reach a specific word count and needed to padd everything they could.

I'm not sure if they were rushed to finish this book or what, but it really lacked a lot of what I enjoyed from previous books. However, I truly enjoyed getting to know the side characters better and am hard core shipping a few couples and I'm curious to see where thier story goes

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Could not put it down

The expression works for audios, too—in this case, it was my headphones I could not put down. The Ritchies, Cendese, and Harding made me care about these guys even more than I already did coming out of the first one. Normally the dual-performer approach feels unnecessary, but here, as with the first book, the tactic helped to emphasize how these two powerful personalities were coming from very different places and were finding it amazing how close and compatible they'd become. I'm going to be coming back not just to this series but to this installment, a second book that deepens the affection and connections made with the first.

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#LoversLikeUs

This series just keeps getting better and every single chapter left me wanting more. This next instalment in the Like Us series sees Maximoff head out on a tour bus with his four oldest cousins and their bodyguards. They are making their way across the States raising money for HMC Philanthropies a charity in which Maximoff founded and is currently the CEO. The real heart of this story is in the details of each and every character. Each person has their own unique personality, but the focus throughout is on the growing love and relationship between Maximoff and his bodyguard Farrow.

Perfect narration choices for both of the main characters. Farrow just oozes self-confidence, sex appeal and raw masculinity. While Maximoff just shines as the loyal, stoic celebrity superstar that he is. I loved every second of this and can happily say this will not be my first or last listen. Amazing series about the second generation of celebrity royalty and their lives in the spotlight.

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10/10, and 100% recommend!

What made the experience of listening to Lovers Like Us the most enjoyable?

Other than this being one step closer to bringing my favorite characters to life, the narrators do an amazing job portraying the characters!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Maximoff has been my favorite the whole time, but I have to say that this installment also made me truly fall in love with Farrow. Donnelly also has a special place in my heart! I love them all, okay? They're so tangible, I don't know of any other writers who manage to make characters feel so undeniably real.

What about Alexander Cendese and J.F. Harding ’s performance did you like?

They're amazing at capturing their character's essence. In Damaged Like Us I was partial to Harding, and couldn't imagine a better fit for Maximoff. Similar to my love for Farrow, my appreciation for Cendese grew in this book - he *is* Farrow.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Oh, so many. One of my favorite things about this book is how much it solidified Maximoff and Farrow as a couple. They're it, from now until the end of time... There was one scene towards the end of the book particularly that spoke volumes to me, backstage in a dressing room. And the last chapter actually brought happy tears to my eyes... <3

Any additional comments?

Scene after scene I'd excitedly grin and think, "oh, I love this part!" Lovers Like Us is chock full of pricelessly entertaining and memorable moments. Mostly feel-good with a sprinkle of angst.
This series and its predecessor are the only audiobooks I want to listen to again, and again, and again, and still find new things to love about them every single time
10/10, and 100% recommend!

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This is My Life Now

Well, Damaged Like Us had a bit of a wild ending. But I looked forward to seeing how they were going to somehow get the public behind them again. It's surreal to me how much they're loved and hated. But if there's one thing constant about these people, it's the support and love of their families regardless how damaged their respective pasts were. That's why I was a little confused why everyone could think -- least of all their parents -- that Maximoff and Jane would do what they were accused of doing towards the end of Damaged Like Us.

So the plan was to go on a Fancon; touring the continental States to meet the fans in a sort of meet and greet format. The thing is, the older siblings will have to be on the same bus, and while everyone loves each other, Charlie and Maximoff hasn't had the most amicable relationship. In fact, they hate each others' guts. I sort of understand why Charlie hates Maximoff, but I just think all the hate is all on him. Can hardly blame Moffy just because the Cobalts' and Meadows' siblings tend to seek out Maximoff's advise and friendship at every turn. On top of that, they were to travel with all their bodyguards. But of course the Hale family curse is in full effect, so chaos ensues.

While I absolutely love this installment because the MARROW ship is sailing along quite smoothly, I was not a fan of one of the things that happened. I will not mention it, but it was Christmas. The kids were bored, and missing their families quite terribly. Additionally, they all have indulgent bodyguards. Needless to say, it was cringe-worthy, if I may say so myself. #sorrynotsorry I mean, IMO, if you were professional bodyguards, doing that thing your clients asked you to do should've been a big, fat NO. *shrugs*

Regardless, I still love this installment. Especially the ending. OMG. *swoon* I so wish there's an actual Instagram post of how the MARROW ship came out so to speak. Xander also broke my heart. Love that boy and I'm looking forward to reading his story in the future.

So yes, this is my life now. I can't quite move on from these books. Sigh.

Great follow up

I am enjoying this series, the family dynamic and the unfolding love story.
My only criticism would be that it could have been slightly shorter, and that's odd for me to say, but towards the end of the book, it seemed to wander a bit.,
Other than that. I really do enjoy Moffy and Keene as a couple, I want to follow their story as far as it goes.

I’m hooked into this Series!

I’ve fallen in love with every character in this series. I’m making my way to the next book in this series now.

It's the perfect follow-up

I obviously can't stop listening to this series. I just love this family so much and that love doesn't end with the older generation.
Maximoff and Jane and the whole clan is worth the time it takes to listen. Or read. Because I did both with this book. I couldn't put it down.

Maximoff and Farrow and the couple with the kind of love that only happens once in a lifetime. It's the blow your mind how did you get so lucky oh my god this is it kind of love.

I know it.
You know it.

Maximoff and Farrow know it.

Disappointing

Terrible lame and desperately in need of a plot. By the end of the book I was hoping the stalker would get them all

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Sweet

Narration is good, story is reasonably sweet if a little incredulous and over the top.

A series to make you warm and fuzzy inside

Just finished the second book, very addictive listening really well written and read you are immersed into their lives - a must listen!

breath taking <br />

Another amazing book, 10/10. when listening to them I can't switch them off, I'm 100% hooked and have already bought book number 3.

A very good listen

Really enjoyed this - downloaded it as soon as book one finished. I'll be downloading book three now

I love these books so much

If you could sum up Lovers Like Us in three words, what would they be?

Sexy, Love, epic

Who was your favorite character and why?

I love everyone in this book they all add something special to the story But Maximoff and Farrow are just an amazing couple they play off each other so well. I love that they are both alpha males they are one of my favourite book couples.

Have you listened to any of Alexander Cendese and J.F. Harding ’s other performances? How does this one compare?

The first book Damaged like us is a must read/listen before this one as this is the second part to the story. Also J.F Harding is fab in JB Salsburys Split.

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

My whole body and soul love this book so much I just love every book Krista and Becca have written.

Any additional comments?

I can't wait for the next book Alphas like us to come out in March 2018

Outstanding

Wow I could not stop listening to lovers like us so full of action and drama the characters show so much passion and love throughout a truly amazing story
Thank you Krista and Becca Richie