Swink (Landry Family Series Book 5) Kindle Edition

First off, I should state that I am obsessed with this book. O.B.S.E.S.S.E.D! I can't stop thinking about it. I want to force it on every single person I know. I feel giddy over just the thought of Dominic and Camilla. I want to jump on my couch, Tom Cruise style, and declare my love for it to the world. I. AM. THAT. OBSESSED.It's undoubtedly one of my most FAVORITE reads of 2017! In my TOP 5(ish) with Before I Ever Met You, Egomaniac, Good Boy, Devil You Know, and The Wall of Winnipeg and Me!! It's a book I'll recommend over and over and over again because I just love it so hard. I mean, we have a rich, well-to-do, good girl falling for the bad boy from the wrong side of the tracks, and that dynamic, that dichotomy between Dominic and Camilla set my soul on fire.There such a realness to this couple. A vibrant, tangible, compelling, addicting kind of magic that drew me to these characters. I felt them bone deep in a way that words can't express. Everything about this story felt perfect to me. From the way the author wrote the dialogue, to the natural progression of Cam and Dom's relationship, to the way Cam worked to break down Dom's walls, to the way Cam made herself vulnerable to Dom in a way that had my chest aching and my belly tightening, it was evocative, wholly heart stopping. I could feel my emotions climbing and expanding with each word. And those FEELS owned me in a way I can't truly describe. I'm enamored with Swink. Smitten with the story as a whole. And I am flat out IN LOVE with Landry family.And let me say, before I go on. Swink is a COMPLETE standalone. Sure, it's book five in a series of interconnected stand-alones, and yes, obviously, you are going to see previous couples in this novel, but it reads like a total standalone and you will not be confused at all if you decided to start from here. I've read 4 out of the 5 books (still gotta read Swear) and this, SWINK, is by far MY FAVORITE BOOK IN THE SERIES.It felt like it was written for me. It's an 'Angie' read that has absolutely everything I love in a romance novel. From the first chapter I was slayed. I felt riveted and invested in Dom and was pained by the way he fought his primal need for Camilla. I felt my heart ache with the way Camilla needed Dom to want her in the same way she wanted him. All that angst, those tumultuously raw feelings, drew me in and claimed me. I couldn't stop reading, you guys. I just COULD. NOT. STOP. READING. And my God, I didn't want it to end. I was reading at a ridiculous pace and I knew I needed to slow myself down, to prolong the intense feelings I was having, but I didn't know how. It was all-consuming. I was frenzied by these two, and those feelings are what I look in a great book. They are what makes a reading experience memorable for me.To say that Adriana Locke nailed Swink would be an understatement. She more than nailed the feels in this story, bringing this bad boy meets good girl romance to life in an explosive way. I truly can't say enough good things. It's a MUST READ.Camilla Landry has everything a girl could want. Four overly protective brothers who love her to death, a twin sister she's super close with, and a mom and dad who would sacrifice everything for her! On top of that, she has enough money that she never has to work a day in her life. Camilla's world is plush and lush, full of good things.And then we have Dominic Hughes. A man who is the opposite. He's worked for everything in his life. Nothings come easy or free for Dom. From a troubled childhood, to an adulthood that's been less than kind, he's struggled to scrape by, and the world's been anything but a fairytale.Camilla and Dom met when he came over to fix her air conditioner and from that day on they couldn't stay away from each other. But Dom and Cam are from two completely different worlds and Dom knows he could never truly be what Camilla needs, could never truly give her what she deserves. So for awhile it's all about hooking up. Dom is under the impression that he's Cam's attempt at rebellion, but that changes when their hearts get involved.The romance is utterly intoxicating, you guys. Dom has so many reservations and fears when it comes to being with Camilla. It broke my heart. Everything about this romance pulled at my heart strings. I can't tell you how much I loved Dom. I swear, I could go on and on and on and on. But I won't. Hahahaha. I'll just say this, YOU HAVE TO READ THIS BOOK. It's everything. So sweet and heartfelt and wonderful and I absolutely loved every second of reading. I highly recommend it and I really hope you give it a go. It's more than five star fabulous. It's epic.

I wasn't sure I was going like Cams story and it deviates a bit from the boys stories, but I have to tell you, Adriana weaves the new characters in seamlessly and shows us what a great family the Landrys are,supporting and respecting Cams choice even though he doesn't have their lifestyle and money. They do share many common traits! Great story!

Dominic Hughes is a hard worker. He comes from an abusive father and a submissive mother. Brought up in this environment does a lot of things to your mind. His brother Nate and he watched and heard his fathers daily abuse. One day, his father had a gun on their mother and tried to save her. The gun went off, and the father died. Neither were charged because of self-defense.Now Dominic works as an Hvac repairman plus a part-time boxer.He helps his brother with his nephew, Ryder.In comes Camilla to his life. She's from Landry family. Well, to do. She has four brothers and a twin sister.She loves him and keeps him a secret from them. She knows how overprotective her brothers can be. The only one that knows about Dom is Sienna, her twin.Great love story about these two and the protective love Dom has for Cam. He loves her with all his heart but sometimes feels his not worthy. But she loves him too, and she's not willing to give up on him.Another great love story by Adriana Locke. Her characters grow on you. Makes us feel for these venerable people deserve love and happiness.

Every time I think that I can't possibly fall more in love with the Landry family, Adriana Locke proves me wrong! I wasn't sure what to expect with Swink since it was the first time a Landry daughter was being featured, but everything about this story was pure perfection. Swink is the 5th and final book in the interconnected Landry Family series. Though it can be read as a stand alone, for maximum enjoyment, I recommend reading the previous books in the series since many of the characters appear in every book.I thought that this book would burst from the amount of alpha male goodness it exuded. Dom held his own quite well and then some against the Landry clan and I think readers will be hard pressed to not fall in love with him. He may not have the last name Landry, but he has many of the qualities that make the Landry men so incredible - hardworking, intelligent, loyal, protective, sweet, and incredibly sexy. But like those lovable Landry men, he also has his faults and insecurities. I think of all the books, the push and pull in this one rang the most true. The struggles our characters face are very real and honest. Can two people who couldn't be more different on paper really make it? Is love enough to bridge the gap?The path for Dom and Camilla is not an easy one and there are very real hurdles that threaten their happily ever after. Their chemistry and attraction is undeniable and though it may have started as lust, things easily become so much more. Dom is so guarded and detached from any true connection, that seeing Camilla break down his walls will have you cheering and feeling giddy. Camilla is equally fierce in this book and I was so happy to see her spread her wings and stand on her own two feet. These two aren't perfect, but together they help each other become better versions of themselves.Again, one of my favorite parts of this series is the updates and easter eggs readers are given about their favorite characters from past books. We get glimpses into their futures and little tidbits that let their stories continue. Honestly, I will never tire of getting more Lincoln ;) I loved checking in with every single one of the Landry's and my heart is full as we close this series. Thankfully, Adriana Locke is throwing us a bone and we aren't saying good bye to the Landry's just yet. Sienna's story will kick off a new series called The Gibson Boys and I can't wait to see what adventures the author has in store for us next!

I liked Cam and Dom's book. It was lighter and sweeter than the others in the series. Since I already read the Mason boys series it's nice to find out where Nate fits in. I just wish I read the series in order, I read them in reverse. Strongly recommend Adriana Locke she's a keeper of an author.

Cam knows she is a very privileged woman; she has a trust fund and she hasnt a clue what to do with her life. She meets Dom when he fixes her air conditioning and sparks fly. Ten months in and they are still together but her nosy brothers have yet to meet him. He has very little money spending his time at his gym, helping his brother at his bar and fighting to earn money. He hates that they are so different and yet he cant leave her alone. Cam wants to show her family what he means to her and her over protective brothers are watching. Some things are just meant to be.

Another great book from an author who never disappoints. I loved everything about Cam and Dom's story, two people from different backgrounds, fighting to be together. At the same time others pass judgment. The saying don't judge a book by its cover springs to mind and no I'm not talking about the cover of this book. No, I mean we shouldn't judge people until we get to know them.

Loved this series and this book was a great addition. It had me cry in places and giggle and I really loved the storyline. A great read

What a brilliant conclusion to the series. Two people from two very different backgrounds. Loved what Camilla's Dad said in his little speech at the end. Very poignant messages in this book about love and being loved no matter the circumstances. Loved it. Will definitely purchase the new book containing Sienna's story.

Book series sometimes lose impetus, but not with the Landrys. Each book has been unputdownable and Swink is no exception. Camilla and Dom make a swoon-worthy couple, and it's nice to see glimpses into the other couples I've laughed and cried over from previous books. While this holds it own as a stand-alone novel, it's soooo much better as the last book in a captivating series. It makes the last couple of chapters happy-cry worthy. Thank you Adriana Locke for creating such entertaining (and gorgeous) characters.