Take the Lead (Dance Off, #1)

by Alexis Daria

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I tend to stay away from reality tv in general and the same for reading and sub-genres in CR. The only reality TV I watch is Dancing With the Stars, so when I read the concept of this duology, I was hooked.

I'm happy to say that Take the Lead was quite an enjoyable read. Daria did a great job of building a relationship and great chemistry between Gina and the DELICIOUS Stone. I loved the behind the scenes details of training each week for the show, the creation of choreography and the politics of the show itself.

Stone the Alaskan mountain man has been added to my Book Boyfriend list. He's caring and selfless, does so much for his family and eventually, for Gina. How could you not love that? And the man can dance!!! I love that the gruff mountain men showed his vulnerability for and with Gina, through his dancing. I loved Gina, she is driven, successful, funny, and very talented. She knows what she wants professionally and is determined to not be derailed by complications or scandals... like a relationship with her irresistible partner, Stone.

After reading Take the Lead, I cannot wait for Dance With Me and whatever else Ms. Daria releases after that.

*Copy for review provided by publisher.