Forbidden

An intense and lovely second chance romance, I completely fell for Jude and Veronica’s (Ronnie) story. Veronica has scars inside and out, and Jude is has scars of his own. Jude and Ronnie had an instant attraction which led to her avoiding her professor's class thereafter. Jude has his own reasons. A fantastic beginning, this gives great tension and let's us see where they both are. It's a great read and it's wonderful getting to know the characters and some other pieces in the undertones. This is a voluntary review of an advance reader copy.

I volunteered to review an Advance Reader Copy of this book. Jude and Veronica were two very broken people who thought they would never be able to love someone when they stumble upon each other and become each other’s solace. This book is so well written it will you will feel the emotion and tug on your heartstrings. I think this one is a hit out of the park.

Ronnie and Judes story is all about loss and finding love new and in a different way. A teaching assistant and professor. I found it very hard to get into this story at the start. The story was fantasic but there was something missing with the characters gelling very well unlike the authors previous books. It could be just me tho so I'm giving 4 stars. I can't explain very well why but something was missing. Otherwise fantastic story, plot and writing.
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This was a heartbreaking story that leads you to a very well deserved HEA. Veronica and Jude have been through horrific pasts and come out into the light. These characters were written as strong individuals. The storyline was so good that I couldn't stop reading this until the end. This story made me happy to be alive and well. Amazing 5 star read.

What a fascinating read that touched my heart and made me sympathize with the characters. I love dark romances and also love reading about tragic pasts of the characters because this makes them real in my eyes. This is a book that will touch you deeply and I gave it five stars because it is excellent. I volunteered to read an advance copy of this book.

Forbidden is an intriguing storyline between a professor and a student. Veronica is a senior in college and Jude is an Alumni Professor. They have both gone through traumatic pasts. R.R. Banks has written a wonderful storyline with fantastic characters that will pull at your heartstrings. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

WOW the dynamics in this story were crazy. Veronica has heartbreak and pain in her past. Professor Jude has heartbreak and pain in his past. When these two come together, it’s a sexy, lovely mix. The story is well written and the characters are like your closest book friends. I do love how intelligent Veronica is about life and love. Javi is an enjoyable character and best friend to Veronica. Enjoy the surprises and entertainment in this read by Mr. Banks. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this ARC.

The story of Jude and Veronica. Veronica is a college student in her last year of schooling and training to be a ballet dancer. She has a huge crush on a professor at her college, Jude Ford. Because this is contemporary romance, they get together. Things take a somewhat unusual course but end up at the usual conclusion. I liked Veronica but she seemed so unsure of herself so much of the time, I found it hard to connect with her. And Jude. I really didn't like his characterization or his actions, so I couldn't root for him either. I can't stand angsty, self-entitled, arrogant, alpha jerks and Jude has that in triple spades. However, I know there are plenty of others who would love the heck out of this book and it is very well-written so for those reasons, I do recommend it.

Banks has done it again...presented his readers with a wonderful story that will have you experiencing every emotion you can imagine. The characters are broken and they come together in an unexpected way. "Ronnie" is an innocent in many ways and that calls to Professor Jude Ford, aka "Batman". He wants her but keeps his distance...until an opportunity presents itself and he hires her as his TA.

The story starts a little slow but then all the sudden it speeds up and takes the reader on a roller coaster ride not soon forgotten. Be prepared to laugh, sigh and possibly shed a tear or two. This is an emotional story you will not soon forget. This one is a keeper. I received a copy and am pleased to recommend it to others.

My emotions were all over the place with this one. I laughed, I cried, I got angry, I got jealous, I felt hopeful, I got hot and bothered, it was all over the place. The story telling is exquisite! I was sucked into the characters lives, and lived everything along with them, and the characters were wonderful. The journey it takes for them to reach their HEA isn't an easy one, but it is so worth it.

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This book will definitely have to reading to the very end. R.R. Banks is a fantastic author who writes stories with great characters that pull you in and keep you. Jude and Veronica are both dealing with heavy pasts they have to work through to get their happy ending. I definitely recommend you one-click this book.

Such a beautiful and flawless story. The characters are written to give them life and these characters do feel like they could be your bff or even your family.

The layers this book provides just are so much fun to peel away. R.R. knows how to give you well developed story with such description that you swear you're watching a movie.

Forbidden should be pushed to the top of your tbr list. I received an ARC for an honest and voluntarily review.

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I admit... I have a thing for older guys. I always have. And Jude sounds like a really sexy guy. Granted, he's damaged and snarky, but like with anyone else if you take the time to get to know him... he's a good guy. And Veronica, well, Veronica is damaged in her own way. Ultimately, these two are so right for each other.?

I really enjoyed how well written this book is and how deep Mr. Banks goes into the development of his characters. I always feel as if I truly know his characters by the end of his books and end up wishing the books continued on. ?

A good teacher and student read is my secret book fetish! I love R.R. Banks (as always!!) and his sarcastic sense of humor! It never fails to make me laugh! Forbidden is a very well written, emotional, irritating and intense read. Loved Jude and Veronica's chemistry. Jude is so closed off emotionally and so cold you start to wonder if he can even deal with a relationship at all. Their stories come out slowly which only builds up the suspense about Jude. When all is revealed you can definitely understand why he is the way he is. Can he open up to Veronica and be the man she needs him to be? Just read this book! You won't be disappointed. Always automatically read any book by R.R. Banks!

ARC copy received in return for an honest review. This was a dark book with Jude holding many long standing secrets. He had built an invisible wall around himself to protect from any more hurt. Veronica enters his world and slowly starts to break down the barriers and uncovers his deepest pain. Loved the description at the end of the book of Dad reading to his son ?. True loves wins out but only after a roller coaster of emotions for all involved.

AN ABSOLUTELY DELIGHTFUL INTRIGUING ROMANCE by R.R. Banks , he writes a fast-paced HOT SEXY thrilling compelling structure storyline and well developed characters and supporting characters in a exquisitely brilliant well written story . The story is drama rom-com emotional rollar coaster provocative captivating sizzling chemistry strength of character mystery twist turns obstacles hurdles betrayal hostilities dominant and captivating from start to finish ? ? . I love and highly recommend this book to everyone ? ? . I can't wait for the next book . I voluntarily ARC for honest review .

This book starts out quite light hearted due to the comic antics of the heroine’s GBF Javi he is quite a character. When she meets professor Jude the chemistry between them is explosive, but both of them are damaged by past events beyond their control and this interferes with their relationship.
Pain in Jude’s past causes him to feel he unable to offer Veronica the love she craves,he needs to move on from his grief or risk loosing the woman who has come to mean so much to him.
A wonderful story that is at times heartbreaking and beautifully written with lovely HEA ending.
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Veronica is a young college student with a mysterious past. Jude is her college professor or at least he was a couple of semesters previous. Javi is her room mate and is also her very best friend. Hmm would you perhaps just fore=get to tell someone that at one point in time you had been married? How about how you received a very long nasty scar up your thigh. Well there is romance, intrigue, the loss of virginity and so much more in this story. I am not going to st=ay anymore you will have to read and see how it all turns out.

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Wonderful deeply emotional tale of Jude and Veronica, teacher and student coming together and helping each other through deep emotional trauma. Jude is dark and brooding. Veronica is sad but moving through life. They will pull at your heart strings by hoping they find happiness together. They have a lot to work through.

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This romance was overwhelmingly emotional, there were challenges and loss to heal from. A emotional roller coaster on all levels....Javi was a strong supporting character.
Both Professor Jude Ford and Veronica have their past to overcome, losing loved ones is never easy, especially through tragedy... it may prevent them from attaining their future.
Whereas their relationship as Lecturer and Teaching Assistant is complicated.

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This was a very well-written book. I especially loved the sassy, snarky, sarcastic back and forth between the characters. This book either kept me smiling, laughing out loud or snickering all the way through to the last page. (My family thought that I was losing it. All I could tell them was that they had to be there.). I couldn't put it down once I started reading it. I highly recommend this book.

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I voluntarily reviewed a copy of "FORBIDDEN" Jude and Veronica their relationship is forbidden but it's hot sexy passionate, intense, emotional, captivating, a whirlwind of sexual tension two damaged souls coming together. This is a must read you don't want to miss will that get their HEA can two damages people be healed by one another you must read to find out R R Banks really knows how to write an amazing excellent story to draw her readers in I highly recommend to read this fantastic story it won't disappoint.

Forbidden is awesome read, very emotional, touching story between a techer and a student.well written,great characters with great chemistry,it's an ups and down of emotional ride,captivating and engaging.it's hard to put it down! a must read!

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I found this book to be very emotional, heartbreaking when their secrets are revealed & tender love towards each other. A very well written book & R.R. Banks captures the emotional turmoil that Jude & Veronica are going through from things that have happened in their past. Ronnie's long-time best friend, Javi is so funny & a colorful character. It's well-worth your time to pick up this book & read it.

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This was such a great and emotional book. I laughed so much with Javi and later cried with both Veronica and Jude. Full range of emotions. R.R. Banks does a fantastic job again with this book. Yes, I actually looked up the Macarena info right away.
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Forbidden was emotional roller coaster of a story. Jude and Veronica story was completely off the charts with steamy hot sex but without the attached heart on Jude's part which made Veronica crazy. This is an amazing book that captivated you from the beginning until the end, if your looking for a book that intrigues your mind and you can't put it down, then this is the one for you. Grab your copy today and start reading. Enjoy happy reading ?
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R. R. Banks has once again written an amazing story. From the beginning, I was captivated by the main characters (Jude and Veronica). “Forbidden” was impossible to put down and as a result, I read through the night. I won't go into details regarding this book as done by so many reviewers. I will say that “Forbidden” is an outstanding read, a beautiful romance and a book you MUST READ.
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R.R. Banks takes the reader on a heart-wrenching, emotional rollercoaster ride filled with tragedy, loss, heartbreak, twists and turns, drama, forgiveness, love, and a fantastic HEA. Forbidden is a captivating story that will not disappoint.

I volunteered to review an advance reader copy of this book.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

This is another wonderful story by RR Banks, the story pulled me in, followed Jude and Veronicas romance through the ups and downs, the emotional turmoil they both have endured.

Wonderful storyline, really likable strong well developed characters.

Jude and Veronica are two lost soul and both have tragedy and heartbreak in their past. Veronica has trust and self esteem issues. Jude has had love in the past and doesn't want to love again. This story develops slowly and shows the characters feels and issues from their past and how they both are working through their issues. This story has been my favorite that R. R. Banks has written. I love the pace of the story not just man seen woman, decided he wanted her, they start relationship, and then HEA. No the author developed the story and showed their pain and what they went through to get their HEA. Awesome job.

A Review of Forbidden by R.R. Banks

Jude and Veronica - 4.5 Stars

This is a different take on the teacher / student lovers trope that we normally see. This book will take you on a roller coaster ride of epic proportions, with twists to keep you on the edge of your seat and enough steam to keep you plenty warm. You really don't want to miss this one.

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Forbidden by author R. R. Banks is beautifully poignant. R. R. Banks takes you on a journey of loss, discovery and courage. This one will not only pull your heartstrings but encourage you to believe in happily ever afters and once upon a times!! Forbidden is a breathtaking view of how much love each one of us, is capable of.
Enjoy!!

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Wow, an amazing book. Extremely entertaining, captivating and interesting sexy read. I could not put it down. Wonderfully written with strong, intriguing characters. I want to read more from this author. I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

I received this as an ARC and am voluntarily reviewing it. Teacher and student are so hot for each other. Will he lose his job when they find out about the baby? So much sexy in this book, that I never put it down till the end. This is a book you do not want to miss.

I typically don't like books with such drastic age differences. This book made up for it with a lot of drama. It was full of pain but it has the most perfect HEA.

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This was a very emotional and steamy love story with two very broken individuals, Jude and Veronica. Their individual stories were heartbreaking and sad at tmes. They were just surviving not really living until they met each other. The author is very good putting pen to paper and keeping the reader entertained. This was a very enjoyable story that I highly recommend for your reading enjoyment.

A wonderful story that I really enjoyed. It grabbed me right from the beginning and with great twists and turns, it kept me captivated throughout. Jude and Veronica are wonderful characters with intense chemistry. It's truly a spectacular journey for two lost souls coming together.

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This is a sweet story to read.. Veronica and Jude are two souls that have had a share of tragedies happen to them, But they are both fighters and together they
learn too provide the strength needed to survive. They share an amazing bond. When they discover that they have fallen in love, it is beautiful. I love books by R.R. Banks this is yet another example of great writing.

Whew this book wore me out emotionally. The beginning was a little hard for me to get into but I'm so glad I stayed with it. This book turns out to be an emotional whirlwind with some sexy thrown in. It is so, so worth the time to read!

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My first book by this author, but definitely not my last. Really well told story of heartbreak and the struggle to move on. So many emotions felt through this book for all the characters. Looking forward to reading the story right after this on my kindle.

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This book was hot and one-click and you are in book-orgasm. Jude Ford is so freaking SEXY and HOT!! Pure pleasure. Dirty. Decant—sums up Jude and Veronica’s relationship quite succinctly. This is the ultimate dark taboo of professor/student or older man/younger woman forbidden love story. Sordid but once you become a part of their lives, the unpleasantness falls away. Although taboo, this was a beautiful love story that was so well done; it held my attention and was entertaining, but also was heartwarming and emotional. R.R. Banks presents one of the most unseemly potential love stories, and slowly takes you through so many heart wrenching emotions. From the very first page I was spellbound by these fantastically described characters that you will find yourself falling in love with them—or not. I was enthralled with the characters of Veronica (Ronnie) Parish and Professor Jude Ford and the banter between the two. You’ll find yourselves rooting for them, but you may be in denial for a good part of it and just couldn’t imagine feeling for these characters. Despite some of the unsavory elements, I could not stop reading this book and it will keep you glued to the pages to find out what happens next. Jude is tall, handsome, and sexy professor/billionaire that teaches at the University and Veronica is his teaching assistant (TA) and a virgin. After Veronica’s grandmother died, she roomed with her best friend Javi. Both Veronica and Jude had dark pasts that they each have to confront. Because Jude with enamored with Veronica, he asked her to become his TA—unlike his other colleagues, normally he was opposed to using a TA. The chemistry between Jude and Veronica grows more potent the more time they spend together—the sex is off-the-chart hot! Will the school find out Jude and Veronica is involved? You get a chance to see the progression of their love—theirs was not a quick and easy love story because they had to overcome some issues, but loves does prevail. The scenes are well written, fast-paced and flow smoothly from one scene to the next. The book will pique your interest and draw you in from the beginning to the very end.

When I started reading this book I had sympathy for Veronica (Ronny) and the trauma she had experienced. A trauma that seemed to never let her forget it or get it completely out of her mind. When I was introduced to Jude in the book, I felt he was almost like a user. He just wanted Veronica to satisfy his craving for her, only to plan to cast her aside after he was through. But as the story continued and I read about Jude's past, I had extreme compassion for his plight not to disrespect his deceased wife. Don't get me wrong, I totally disagreed with a lot of the way he handled things. But I understood that he felt it was his only option considering the pain he housed in his heart. There were also things about his past that I felt he handled poorly. However if I tell you what they are I will ruin the book for you. So I will say....this is an emotional, incredible story. One where you will question the actions of the characters and other times agree. This book will leave you thinking and questioning long after the story has ended. Some people handle things with anger, while others curl up inside themselves. R.R. Banks did an unbelieveable job of covering both of these characters. While at times I strongly disliked Jude, I finally truly liked him by the end of the story. One thing I have always felt is that words can be a brutal attack that cannot be undone. You can only hope that the person those words were versed to has a forgivable, compassionate nature. Physical abuse attacks the outside of your body, while verbal abuse attacks what you have inside and can destroy you from the inside out. This book is a definite must read. I can only give 5 stars on the store, but I give Banks a whopping 10+ book lover stars.

This story was amazing. It started off funny and I loved Javi's character. The story showed tragic pasts for both Veronica and Jude (it took a while to be told what they were, so be patient), chemistry between them was great, and there was lots of drama.

I loved the sarcastic humor throughout. R.R. Banks always makes me laugh.

It was a very well-written story and I loved reading it. It is definitely a recommended read.

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