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Hold Tight: A For Him Novella Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Alexa Riley (Author), Savannah Peachwood (Narrator), Tristan James (Narrator),
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New York Times and number one best-selling author Alexa Riley returns with Hold Tight, the next novella in the For You series

A hotshot consultant hired to streamline Osbourne Corp. meets his match in Pandora Justice - the more she plays hard to get, the more he wants her.

They say that like recognizes like, and the day I looked into her deep blues, I met my other half.

Pandora Justice took over as head of security at Osbourne Corp. after her father's retirement. Eighty-hour workweeks are normal; being brushed up against by hot consultants with ridiculous names is not. And she doesn't like it. Not even one bit.

It's amazing how easily she can lie to herself.

I had to have her. Plain and simple.

The first time Pandora sees Royce in the ring - all tattoos and sinew, covered in sweat - he looks at her like he's just won more than the fight. Like he won her.

I won't play games with her. I'll wait, and it will kill me, but I'll do it for her.

Royce's cocky grin with deep dimples makes Pandora melt. Once she wanted to smack that look off his face - now all she wants to do is kiss it. For the rest of her life.

The thought of spending the rest of my life with Pandora warms the place in my chest I didn't think was alive. I've put my claim on her - she's the one, and I'm done. It's that simple.

This title is part of the Carina Press Romance Promise: all the romance you're looking for with an HEA/HFN. It's a promise!

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  1. Book 2 of 3
    For You
  2. Listening Length
    2 hours and 7 minutes
  3. Author
    Alexa Riley
  4. Narrator
    Savannah Peachwood, see all
  5. Audible release date
    October 16, 2017
  6. Language
    English
  7. Publisher
    Harlequin Audio
  8. ASIN
    B075X2YM2L
  9. Version
    Unabridged
  10. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 2 hours and 7 minutes
Author Alexa Riley
Narrator Savannah Peachwood, Tristan James
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date October 16, 2017
Publisher Harlequin Audio
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B075X2YM2L
Best Sellers Rank #350,000 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#5,588 in Gothic Romances
#7,752 in Demons & Devils Paranormal Romance
#10,648 in Alpha Male Romance

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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Customers say

Customers find the heroine strong and the hero strong. They describe the reading experience as great and amazing. They also find the sexual content sexy and full of insta-love, angst, and smutty goodness. Readers describe the book as enjoyable and easy to read. However, opinions are mixed on the story pace and writing style, with some finding it good and others saying it's rushed.

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8 customers mention "Heroine"8 positive0 negative

Customers find the heroine strong and fierce. They also say the story is fabulously written and will keep them on the edge of their seat.

"...Romantic, sweet and seriously hot, Hold Tight featured a strong heroine and an even stronger hero. I loved Pandora and Royce together...." Read more

"I really enjoyed reading this story. She was so like her mother. So strong and fierce, but not with her twin...." Read more

"...The story was fabulously written with characters that will have you on the edge of your seat waiting to see what happens next...." Read more

"...and Pandora but work in Security field it was a quick read but a solid one and we are reacquainted with Penelope and Ivan too which is a bonus" Read more

8 customers mention "Reading experience"8 positive0 negative

Customers find the book a great read, and praise the author as wonderful and amazing.

"This book was awesome...." Read more

"...This is my honest opinionAnother wonderful book by Alexa Riley! I love the series and I loved this book!!!! Read this hot book!!! Do it!" Read more

"I love the series and the author is wonderful. But this book was the worst in the series...." Read more

"Another quick and awesome read by Alexa. Loved Pandora and Royce. There story awesome and funny. Enjoyed Penelope and Ivan super possesive as always." Read more

6 customers mention "Popularity"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the book romantic, sweet, and hot. They also say it features a strong heroine.

"...Romantic, sweet and seriously hot, Hold Tight featured a strong heroine and an even stronger hero. I loved Pandora and Royce together...." Read more

"...When these two give into their desires it is so HOT!!Can’t wait to see what these two have in stored next for us!..." Read more

"...The insta-love and the smoking hot s*x. This was another excellent quick read from Alexa Riley." Read more

"Hot, sexy, funny, sweet, and Alpha male with strong female characters. I love this Alexa Riley series. Can't wait for the next one!" Read more

6 customers mention "Sexual content"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the book sexy, romantic, and full of tension. They also say it's full of insta-love, angst, and smutty goodness that AR is known for.

"...You get to see how alpha and wicked strong he is. Their love story was just perfect—he isn’t a man who understands the “personal space” that Pandora..." Read more

"...Romantic, sweet and seriously hot, Hold Tight featured a strong heroine and an even stronger hero. I loved Pandora and Royce together...." Read more

"This was another fun and sexy short by AR...." Read more

"Mainly I just love the author. The sneak peek at the end looks great!..." Read more

5 customers mention "Entertainment value"5 positive0 negative

Customers find the book very enjoyable and easy to read.

"...It’s pure escapism reading, and I’ll be honest, I can use that once in a while...." Read more

"This was another fun and sexy short by AR...." Read more

"Another short and sweet intense love story. Very enjoyable and easy to read novel. This author does not disappoint once again" Read more

"Hot, sweet and so incredible...." Read more

4 customers mention "Flavor"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the flavor of the book sweet and spicy.

"...Romantic, sweet and seriously hot, Hold Tight featured a strong heroine and an even stronger hero. I loved Pandora and Royce together...." Read more

"...Keep them coming!! Can't wait for the next one in April. Sweet and spicy, just like I like 'em." Read more

"Hot, sexy, funny, sweet, and Alpha male with strong female characters. I love this Alexa Riley series. Can't wait for the next one!" Read more

"Hot, sweet and so incredible...." Read more

10 customers mention "Story pace"4 positive6 negative

Customers are mixed about the story pace. Some find the story good and intense, while others say it's rushed and awkward.

"...Also, a really big plot hiccup in this one with regard to Penelope and Ivan." Read more

"Another short and sweet intense love story. Very enjoyable and easy to read novel. This author does not disappoint once again" Read more

"This story felt completely rushed and awkward. Honestly, I expect a lot more from this author. (The Fall and Everything for Her were awesome!)..." Read more

"...This story was so sweet." Read more

7 customers mention "Writing style"3 positive4 negative

Customers are mixed about the writing style. Some mention it's amazingly written, and an excellent quick read, while others say it has bad spelling, a sloppy plot, and undeveloped characters.

"...a manuscript turned into an electric book but this one was filled with typos...." Read more

"...The insta-love and the smoking hot s*x. This was another excellent quick read from Alexa Riley." Read more

"...Loved the back and forth from Royce and Pandora. Some grammatical errors and I’m saddened by the fact that Pandora really didn’t describe the what..." Read more

"...Amazingly written, and that first sexy scene between Pandora and Rolly....holly hotness!!!!" Read more

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April R Symes
5.0 out of 5 stars Hot, sweet and so incredible.
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2017
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'Hold Tight' by Alexa Riley is book Two in the series "For You". Pandora is a box you do not want to open unless you are ready for what’s inside. {wink} Pandora Justice is Paige and Ryan's daughter other daughter, twin sister to Penelope ( her novella was Stay Close). This is a standalone.
Pandora is now the head of security at Osbourne Corp now that her father has retired and Henry has now taken over the company from his father. Pandora is a serious girl, all work no play. She meets Royce who has been hired by Henry as a consultant. It is instant attraction/ heat between then yet Pandora didn’t want to acknowledge her feelings for Royce. She fights these urges/feelings she feels for Royce, their connection but Royce isn’t a man who gives up easily. Oh I loved Royce. He is so alpha and just the right man for Pandora. You get to see how alpha and wicked strong he is. Their love story was just perfect—he isn’t a man who understands the “personal space” that Pandora talks about. This is full of that insta-love, angst, smutty goodness that AR is known for. I cant wait to see what AR writes for Henry’s story which is coming in 2018 .

My Rating: 4.7 stars *****
"I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book in exchange for an honest review***
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Elizabeth E. Neal
4.0 out of 5 stars A love worth waiting for...
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2018
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Though Royce comes from money due to his family name, he was determined to make his own way, and with his two best friends, Donovan and Ezra, he did. Their consultancy firm was a success, and when he met Henry Osborne, he just knew his life would change, however, he had no idea that would mean personally as well because that's the day he met her.

"They say that like recognizes like, and the day I looked into her deep blues, I met my other half." - Royce

Pandora may be Penelope's (see Stay Close for her and Ivan's story) identical twin, but their lives couldn't be more different. At twenty-eight, she's now head of the security department, having been voted in to replace her dad upon his retirement, and works very long hours every week. As for Penelope, she's been married ten years and pregnant with baby number three.

Royce is hired by Henry, now head of Osborne Corp., to help straighten out any issues he finds within the company, and as recent wrong changes within the security department are driving Henry's cousin, Pandora, ever closer to the edge, that's one of the areas Henry knows needs help.

Royce definitely wants to learn everything he can from Pandora...about herself. As for Pandora, she's certainly intrigued by Royce, though she tries to hide it, but she also knows she's missing something in regards to him, and when she and a friend stumble upon him participating in a fight club, she figures it out. *Crap, I just broke the first rule and talked about it. LOL*

That night Royce and Pandora's explosive chemistry is undeniable, but Royce isn't sure Pandora is ready for all he wants from her, and with her. But Pandora is done running from what he makes her feel, she's ready to accept it.

There's no questions to ask. This is an Alexa Riley book, which means Royce and Pandora get their HEA because nothing and no one could stop it from happening. Though I do wonder if Donovan and Ezra will get their own stories. *fingers crossed*

One-click now and follow along as two people meet and begin the life fate has planned for them.

**I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.**
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Danielle
5.0 out of 5 stars 4.5 STARS! Romantic, sweet and smoking hot!
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2017
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For me, curling up with one of Alexa Riley’s steamy, instalove novellas is one of the ways I get away from it all. It’s pure escapism reading, and I’ll be honest, I can use that once in a while. Over-the-top obsessed, all-alpha male doing whatever it takes—and I do mean whatever—to get the (virgin) girl of his dreams? Yes please! This talented author duo was made to write this genre. I suppose my inner feminist should be screaming in protest at this repeated choice of reading material, but she’s silent. It’s a fantasy, and it’s totally okay to lose yourself in the heat of the moment with a bit of fictional fun.

Romantic, sweet and seriously hot, Hold Tight featured a strong heroine and an even stronger hero. I loved Pandora and Royce together. I loved how she didn’t just capitulate to him and gave him a run for his money—albeit a short run. This was a quick ready, full of sexy tension and lots of fight. I devoured it, and I enjoyed every single minute of it. Hold Tight by Alexa Riley gets 4.5 smooches from me!
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Lilu
5.0 out of 5 stars Twin Power ~
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2022
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I really enjoyed reading this story. She was so like her mother. So strong and fierce, but not with her twin. He knew the instant her saw her, and felt it the second he shook her hand that she was his forever. It took her twin to remind her what was important, and she took the leap right into his waiting arms. Swoon. Loved their growly epilogues, that was their perfect forever love.
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chrisda
3.0 out of 5 stars In Pursuit of Pandora
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2019
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When the head of Osbourne Corp introduce Royce to his head of security Pandora Justice, something about her triggered so many emotions within him that he just knew that he had to find out everything about her because he realized then and there she is his other half. But nothing has prepared him for the difficulties he would face in trying to get to know Pandora and putting his claim on her. Frustrated with her refusing to give them a chance, Royce made his intentions towards her clear and left the ball in her court.

Pandora is fascinated by the new consultant Royce, hired to help streamline their hiring process and more. Something about his whole persona has awaken multiple emotions within her that makes her crave his attention and have her running scared. Royce putting her on the spot and deciding to cease pursuing her as her flustered and hurting for his attention. Not knowing what to do, she seeked advice from her twin sister Penelope, hoping that fresh eyes and ears might be able to give a better perspective on her situation.
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Layla
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Novella
Reviewed in Canada on January 4, 2024
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Love the Author, Love the book, Love the story line.
Easy read and you will enjoy it!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 16, 2017
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Another great book in the series. I read it all in one go I couldn't put it down. How I wish I had a man half as good as these men. If you love alpha men this is definitely the book for you.
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NicShef❤️Reading
5.0 out of 5 stars Fast paced, fun, INSTA everything Fabulous!!
Reviewed in Australia on October 16, 2017
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'Hold Tight' by Alexa Riley is Book Two in the series "For You". This is the story of Pandora and Royce... and what a story! I have read "Stay Close" (book 1 in the series) and feel this is a standalone book.

I've been waiting for Pandora's story after reading Penelope's story.
Pandora is the head of security at Osbourne Corp and she’s obsessed and focussed with her stressful job and does not have time for relationships. That is until she meets her new hot shot consultant, Royce Davenport...

Pandora doesn’t like being bossed around by handsome outsiders and she knows how to keep Royce on his toes with her sassy mouth. I liked how she challenged him and didn't just fall at his feet.

As with all this dynamic duo's books... this is a fast paced, fun read filled with instant lust, instant love and an OTT jealously protective hero. The steam factor is off the charts and as always, the epilogue made me swoon, smile and sigh.
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Mazzy
4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable but very cheesy...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 22, 2019
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Overall I enjoyed this. It was a quick read with likeable H/h. But some parts were a bit too cringey, I could feel my toes curling...
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Bookwormruth
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 16, 2017
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Ahh another great book by the amazing duo that is Alexa Riley. I loved it very much and can't wait to read the next instalment
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