Amour Amour by Krista and Becca Ritchie
Released December 12, 2014
Spoiler Free Review by Krystal
"Love is a circus
"Every day,” he says lowly, “I hold a person’s life in my hands. The circus is based one-hundred percent off trust. I give it all to someone, and they give it all to me.”
"The best aerial technique won’t land 21-year-old Thora James her dream role in Amour—a sexy new acrobatic show on the Vegas strip. Thora knows she’s out of her element the second she meets Amour’s leading performer. Confident, charming and devilishly captivating, 26-year-old Nikolai Kotova lives up to his nickname as the “God of Russia.”
When Thora unknowingly walks into the crosshairs of Nikolai’s after-show, her audition process begins way too soon. Unprofessional. That’s what Nik calls their “non-existent” relationship. It’s not like Thora can avoid him. For one, they may be partners in the future--acrobatic partners, that is. But getting closer to Nik means diving deeper into sin city and into his dizzying world.
Thora wants to perform with him, but when someone like Nikolai attracts the spotlight wherever he goes — Thora fears that she’s destined to be just background to his spellbinding show."
Amour Amour is a New Adult Romance Standalone by Krista and Becca Ritchie. And when I first heard about it, I was giddy with excitement. I am a humongous fan of their Addicted Series, so I knew we were in for a real treat!
Thora James has dreamed of becoming an aerialist since age fourteen. She's reached a cross road: she's a gymnast, on a scholarship in college, yet she has no passion for what she does or plans to do with her future. And now, shes risking everything to fly to Vegas on a whim for the audition of a lifetime, as an acrobat in an Aerial Ethereal Vegas circus known as Amour. A risky gamble, and despite her friends and family’s warnings, she persists in doing what her heart feels is right.
Thora's first night in Sin City she meets Nikolai Kotova in a very interesting encounter. ... it was absolutely ingenious and hot !!!
Nikolai s a bit of a puzzle for most of the book. As the star of Amour and patriarch of sorts for his brothers and sister, he has a great burden on his shoulders. At times, it seemed he was dealing with everything out of obligation. But as the story evolves, you realize how much family means to him. It’s not obligation but love that drives him. He’s guarded so much, that he doesn’t expose that love often, but its clear that its there, deep down. It’s not until Thora enters his life that love begins to be exposed. Just like with his family, he guards his emotions and like a good poker player, doesn’t show all his cards.
The next morning at auditions, she comes face-to-face with Nikolai, and she is determined to not let it get awkward. Unfortunately, Thora does not land the role she was auditioning for, and she is faced with the a big decision: Go back to Ohio or stay in Vegas in hopes of making something of herself?
Thora is a fighter, in the true sense of the world. For what she lacks in talent, she has in spirit, relying often on her inner cheerleader. When Thora decides to stay in Vegas, she lands a job at The Phantom as an acrobat.
In the meantime, her and Nikolai strike up a friendship and he has agreed to train Thora, There is obviously an instant attraction. Nikolai not only trains her to become better, he prepares her to succeed. Of course, Thora takes this opportunity and says yes. And he becomes the first one to truly believe in her.
From the beginning, they both said they would chose the circus before love. But I loved how they realized how great their love is for each other and not even their utmost passion for circus can get in the way of it, especially because it's what brought them together.
What I love about this story was that Thora’s journey wasn't an easy one. She put her former life on hold and took a chance on something that was deep in her heart. While the skills weren’t there from the beginning, the passion and will to do better were there. And that spirit to not give up, to challenge herself is what brings her and Nikolas closer together.
I could not get enough of the secondary/supporting characters.
This is a sweet story about determination and passion. About never giving up. And most importantly about Amour – a show and a feeling that bring two people together, making both of their lives more complete. Love conquers all.
I could not give Amour Amour a 5 star rating only because it not learn as much as I thought we would about the circus, and Amour. I feel like it was only secondary. I guess I came into the book thinking Thora was first and foremost going to land her audition, and that we would be taken behind scenes and upfront close and personal in Amour. But the book was fantastic nonetheless.
Side note: As I mentioned previously, being a HUGE Addicted fan, I loved how they were mentioned on occasion throughout the book. I may have squealed and jumped up and down at their mere mention !!!
Needless to say, this book is going on my shelf!
Krista and Becca Ritchie both have extraordinarily amazing talent. They know how to captivate their readers. Not only can they write, but they are such beautiful and delightful authors that I love to stalk (and they are ok with it).
Thora's first night in Sin City she meets Nikolai Kotova in a very interesting encounter. ... it was absolutely ingenious and hot !!!
The next morning at auditions, she comes face-to-face with Nikolai, and she is determined to not let it get awkward. Unfortunately, Thora does not land the role she was auditioning for, and she is faced with the a big decision: Go back to Ohio or stay in Vegas in hopes of making something of herself?Thora is a fighter, in the true sense of the world. For what she lacks in talent, she has in spirit, relying often on her inner cheerleader. When Thora decides to stay in Vegas, she lands a job at The Phantom as an acrobat.
"I’d help you every day so that you could see a better tomorrow. I will never give you less than that."Of course, it's inevitable that their attraction for each other blossoms into something much more. Their passion for circus also brings them closer, but at the same time, is also a hindrance to their "happily ever after".
"The circus is your love,” I whisper. “You told me that, remember? You can’t choose me over your passion."
From the beginning, they both said they would chose the circus before love. But I loved how they realized how great their love is for each other and not even their utmost passion for circus can get in the way of it, especially because it's what brought them together. “I knew I was attracted to you, but it was more than that. Your energy, your idealism and optimism – I missed those things, the places inside of me that made me feel more alive.”As a HUGE fan of the Addicted series, I saw some similarities between this book’s main character, Thora, and Lily. They both share a vulnerability, but for completely different reasons. From page one, everyone seems to doubt Thora's talent and her ability to achieve her dream. No one gives her their encouragement in taking such a big risk. And while I appreciate their honesty, not lying to her about her talent, it didn’t seem like anyone helped her to improve. How strong do you have to be to overcome doubt? How long can you take people telling you that you’re not good enough?
What I love about this story was that Thora’s journey wasn't an easy one. She put her former life on hold and took a chance on something that was deep in her heart. While the skills weren’t there from the beginning, the passion and will to do better were there. And that spirit to not give up, to challenge herself is what brings her and Nikolas closer together.
I could not get enough of the secondary/supporting characters.
This is a sweet story about determination and passion. About never giving up. And most importantly about Amour – a show and a feeling that bring two people together, making both of their lives more complete. Love conquers all.
I could not give Amour Amour a 5 star rating only because it not learn as much as I thought we would about the circus, and Amour. I feel like it was only secondary. I guess I came into the book thinking Thora was first and foremost going to land her audition, and that we would be taken behind scenes and upfront close and personal in Amour. But the book was fantastic nonetheless.
Side note: As I mentioned previously, being a HUGE Addicted fan, I loved how they were mentioned on occasion throughout the book. I may have squealed and jumped up and down at their mere mention !!!
Needless to say, this book is going on my shelf!
Krista and Becca Ritchie both have extraordinarily amazing talent. They know how to captivate their readers. Not only can they write, but they are such beautiful and delightful authors that I love to stalk (and they are ok with it).
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