TORN is book two in the Billionaire Bachelors Club series by Monica Murphy. In this sexy installment, Gage Emerson finds a refreshing new conquest in Marina Knight. Marina is a sweet, able-minded woman who doesn't allow Gage's good looks or money to make her a fool. This time, it seems that the billionaire stud is the one to make the first fumble when he accidentally insults Marina's family name. Coming back to apologize for his stupidity, Gage slathers on the charm, hoping that it will reassure Marina that it was a sincere mistake. But Marina doesn't quite trust the likes of Gage Emerson and especially doesn't trust her own body as it reacts to their combustible chemistry.

Though this is the second book in the series, I do believe that this romance can work as a standalone. Murphy does mention the previous couple in the series, however it isn't necessary to read that in order to understand and appreciate Marina and Gage's story.

Monica Murphy's writing is beautiful in its simplicity. Emotions are laid out with effortless ease and the sex scenes sizzle without the onslaught of too many frivolous words. TORN is just one of those books that you just cruise through.

Light on the angst, Murphy doesn't bother with such heavy emotions in this one, but does explore the deeper insights into her characters. Gage doesn't always understand what drives Marina and I think that causes a wide gap between them. As you read, Murphy lessens that divide until their different personalities don't seem too dissimilar anymore. I would have liked to see more scenes where they weren't fighting in order to show just how well they match up at the end.

TORN is sexy, flirty and sophisticated and is a wonderful addition to the series.

Book Summary

New York Times bestselling author Monica Murphy mixes business with pleasure in the second book of her sexy Billionaire Bachelors Club series …

Marina Knight came to this party for one thing only: to slap Gage Emerson in the face. Poised to snatch up her family's real estate empire, the sexy tycoon is on the verge of making an enemy for life-even if he can make her melt with a single kiss …

When Gage discovers that the alluring woman before him is the key to his latest acquisition, claiming her as his suddenly doesn't seem quite so cut-and-dried. To get what he wants, he must get to know the fierce woman willing to face him down-as she steadily steals his heart.

Gage's persistence and intense passion war with Marina's determination to protect her family. As they delve deeper into an affair they didn't see coming, Marina's torn: Will she lose her heart to Gage-or everything she holds dear?