A Review of Forbidden Kiss: Billionaire Romance by Janica Cade

This was my first time reading a short romance novella by Janica Cade, and her writing style struck me as sexy, sharp, and emotionally layered. The story follows billionaire Ethan Wolfe, who reluctantly agrees to take over Lane Entertainment Group at the request of its owner, Christopher Lane. The catch? He has to keep Lane’s daughter, Ava—the creative force behind the company—on board.

Ava, unaware of her father’s decision to sell, is blindsided and furious, especially after learning her father is gravely ill. When he passes away the day after the deal is finalized, her anger toward Ethan only intensifies. Despite the tension, Ethan rushes to comfort her, and the two give in to their mutual attraction in a moment charged with grief and desire.

The plot thickens when Ava reveals documents stating that her cousin, Jonathan, was meant to take over the company in the event of her father and uncle’s death. The revelation shocks Ethan, prompting him to step back and temporarily hand control over to Ava while the legalities are sorted out. Still, his longing for her doesn’t fade.

Overall, this was a fast-paced and steamy contemporary romance packed with tension, emotional twists, and compelling characters. The chemistry between Ethan and Ava felt genuine, and while one section was a little confusing, the dialogue and scene-building were vivid and well-crafted. I’ll definitely be checking out more from Janica Cade.

Rating: 3.5 Stars

Some of my favorite lines:

Fiona’s face contorts with a grimace. “I can’t believe you ignored my warnings and went through with buying that company. Have you reached out to this Jonathan guy?”

I rub the back of my neck. “No, and I don’t plan on it, either.”

“Why not?” I look at her dead in the eye.

“Because I don’t care about the money or her father’s games. We’re billionaires. We can handle any financial hit. All I want is Ava.”

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