I fell in love with this story from the very start!!! Once I started reading I simply could not put it down.

This is such a sweet, and heartbreaking, feel-good kind of love story!!! A tragic situation places Isa (mc) in a position to do things not everyone is capable of. Fortunately for her, luck and fate are on her side when her latest assignment turns out to be the best thing that could have ever happened to her and her ill daughter!!!

I was honestly disappointed when I reached the end and the story was over I wanted it to continue, but alas my own imagination finished the ending in my dreams lol.

Rarely can a book cause tears in my eyes or a lump in my throat, let alone get me smiling from ear to ear or chuckle slightly out loud. This book did all of the above.

Love your stories!!!

Keep it up, Girl!

~Nikki Kyss

I've read this book a while back, and as you already know, I loved it! It took me one chapter and I was hooked. I think I finished it in a couple of days, and it has a well-deserved place on my list of favorite books. It's a beautifully sweet, yet intense story – and this time in a good way intense ;) I loved the characters and their interactions, I loved the influence of Japanese culture, that made it an even more interesting read. I'll say it again, you're an amazing writer, and I have no idea what I can tell you to improve this story, other than that the ending felt a tiny bit rushed. But I still loved it!

~Lilly

I really liked that the main characters are of a more mature age.

At the time of my review, I have read the first eight chapters. The plotline is developing at a good pace and manages to keep me intrigued.

Isa does not present herself as a common high paid whore. She thinks all on her feet I am interested in her back story.

The characters have a chemistry that I'm loving. In my head, this plays out a bit like Pretty Woman but I'm sure I'll be wrong.

Another thing I like about this book is the cultural differences between the two main characters. This made me look at the author profile and I like that she injected her culture into her writing.

I'm ending this review now to finish up the book. I'll be looking into how works from this author.

~Csuigar

This book surprised me greatly. At first, I thought it was going to be plain old erotica but it wasn't. It was emotional. It was inspiring. It was exciting and it kept me on the edge of my seat.

There were times when I thought that the guy would just walk away especially when she bailed on their session and he had to go meet those guys without her. He was so pissed off until he saw her standing in the rain with her (spoiler alert) daughter.

Him embracing her and her baggage and falling in love with her was unexpected but it made this story feel so real and so beautiful. It is easy to see someone like her and think "She's nothing but a whore" but to really "see her" that's magical because at the end of the day we all have baggage.

Honestly, I wouldn't change a thing. I think the way you wove this story together was amazing and I am so glad that I had the opportunity to read it. You are so talented. Thank you for sharing your work with me.

~Catherine

I read ten chapters and as always Lila is a skilled writer and storyteller. I know one of the concerns was stiff dialogue and yes, the dialogue can be stiff but I wasn't sure if that was a bad thing. I thought it was intentional giving Nogata is Japanese. I thought it was cultural. It didn't really take away for me and I do plan to continue the story.

It was an easy and rather quick read which I appreciated. It found it easy to get into. I personally have to read often with a lot of distractions, therefore a book really has to grab me and be easy for me to follow if I am going to be able to finish it. I get lost easily because I'll have a six-year-old interrupting me ten times in one chapter. So again, the clear and concise writing is very much appreciated and I'm happy when the plot isn't terribly convoluted. I'm sure you could expand this and make it more if you choose. I will be sure to let you know my thoughts on the ending when I get there.

~T

Platinum Nights Chapters 1-3 Review:

1. What did you think the book was about?

— After reading the summary/blurb, I thought the book would be your typical, cliche story. It's about a billionaire dominant male and a veteran escort. However, as I kept reading the chapters, not only was I proven somewhat right, but I'm intrigued by how both characters interacted with one another. Their personalities, especially the female lead's differed to the cliche type. She wasn't complacent, but stern, yet slightly submissive; because of her professionalism as a veteran escort. I liked she wasn't your typical bimbo escort like the male lead thought she'd be. Although, the male lead was rather dominant, and demanding, at least he noticed she's more than a beautiful woman, she's smart, and has experience with the underworld, per se. So saying the least, the blurb did the plot of the story justice.

2. Did you feel that the book fulfilled your expectations?

— Yes, more than I expected. I felt intrigued and want to read more. It's ironic since I usually read LGBTQ+ books most of my time. I rather read books that have variety, rather than books with little to no variety, since they're mostly heterosexual, and have cliche story-lines. This book has a cliche plot, but it's different because of the characters' age, and history of experience. You don't see that many books with those kinds of plot differences in the characters of the story. Usually, it's a young woman who has zero experience in the field, and thrust into that world against their will, and then meets a dominant rich male, that sweeps her off her feet or oppresses her into submission. The story becoming a very stereotypical Stockholm syndrome plot. But in this case it's quite the opposite, hence I like the story's plot all the more.

3. What about the plot? Did it pull you in; or did you feel you had to force yourself to read the book?

— The plot flows well. Its sequence develops at a normal pace, but I have a feeling it might develop faster afterward. It's only a hunch. The fact the female lead is over 35+ captivates me, since it's not typical for a male to ask for an older woman, especially only to converse, and not for sex. I didn't feel forced to read the story. It's written well, however, I think there were a few commas missing, but that's the least of my concerns. Besides, my punctuation and grammar aren't up to par, so I might be wrong. I like the male character, how he's not interested in the escort, but with subtle hints, he realizes she's more than what she's bargained for.

4. Do the characters seem real and believable? (Basically, can you relate to their predicaments? To what extent do they remind you of yourself or someone you know, if they do at all?)

— I for one know next to nothing about this kind of world. The only person I can probably relate to is the escort. Since she's a woman and has experienced things that no other woman couldn't possibly live through. Are they both realistic? Perhaps, if you're an escort or know one, or if you're a CEO or know someone in that stature, maybe. But not really. These characters are mainly fiction, however, it's real. In the sense, there are women and men in both professions in the real world. So yes, they're realistic, but not relatable unless you're like one of them or know someone like them.

5. How was the pacing of the chapters you read? (Consider if the scenes skipped or jumped randomly. Too fast or too slow? Why?)

— The plot sequence flows at an easy pace, hence no bumps on the road in the story. It's organized, and the settings are explained properly, yet are simple. I would have liked to have more descriptions of the settings in the story. The most you get is a simple background from each character. The scenes didn't skip or jumped randomly. The scenes go in order of the story's plot sequence, and it's precise and concise.

6. How was the description of the chapters you read? (Consider if there where any information bumps. Were there a lack of emotions, too little describing, telling rather than showing, etc.)

— The character descriptions are subtle, and I would have liked more. But that would give away to the rest of the story, hence the descriptions given for each character is fine. However, I would have preferred more setting descriptions. I find it too simple, and not enough detail. There weren't many emotions in these chapters since it's only the beginning. They both need to get to know each other more throughout the story. But the writer gave subtle hints, here and there for each character. You understand the male lead is stern, cold, and serious, poised, firm, yet in private she unwinds a little. However, keeps a professional air, and is smarter than your average cookie, and she's not ignorant of the world. There was mainly showing, not telling. I for one struggle with showing, rather than telling, so I hope to learn from reading this story.

7. Describe what you liked or disliked about the writer's style? Why?

— I liked the characters are older than your average cliche characters in a typical story like this. The style of the story is simple, yet has a good word usage, and vocabulary, so readers can enjoy a more profound storyline description. However, I disliked the lack of setting descriptions in the story. I also would like to read more about each character's inner thoughts, even though the story is in the third person. I like the female lead is a mother who is trying to survive and make the best out of her circumstances for her child's sake and her own. Plus, I like the story is for a more mature audience.

8. Would you read more of the author's work?

— Oddly, yes I would read more. I'll make time to read the story along the way. It's written well, and the grammar is good, simple, and understanding.

~JoJo

What did you think the book was about? I thought the book so far is about businesses, CEO's, mafias, and more. Women are often caught into the business with men who treat them like crap. I also get the feeling that this book will lead to a love story. I was very intrigued. The writer did well at making their characters respectable people.

Did you feel that the book fulfilled your expectations? I feel the book went above my expectations. I am usually not interested in this genre but after the first couple of chapters, I was really pulled into the story.

What about the plot? Did it pull you in; or did you feel you had to force yourself to read the book? At first, I felt I had to force myself to read the book but after the first chapter and a half the book starting gaining my interest. However, I think this is partially on my part as a reader, I find it hard to get immediately interested in most books.

Do the characters seem real and believable? (Basically, can you relate to their predicaments? To what extent do they remind you of yourself or someone you know, if they do at all?)

The characters seemed real and believable. They did remind me of people I have met, I mixture of different people. Very well put together individuals but they still have emotions. Cautious yet taking a risk. They seem very real.

How was the pacing of the chapters you read? (Consider if the scenes skipped or jumped randomly. Too fast or too slow? Why?)

How was the pacing of the chapters you read? (Consider if the scenes skipped or jumped randomly. Too fast or too slow? Why?)

The pacing of the chapter was good. The first chapter was a little fast within the dialogue. Chapters two and three were paced really well in my opinion.

How was the description of the chapters you read? (Consider if there where any information bumps. Were there a lack of emotions, too little describing, telling rather than showing, etc.)

I think the description of the chapters were well done. I didn't spot any moments where I noticed there was telling rather than showing. I think the description wasn't too much or too little in the first three chapters. Emotions were shown appropriately. The only thing was I felt a little confused in some areas, specifically in chapter two, where it seemed like the first-person and third-person point of view was getting a little mixed up. I can already tell its written from third-person but some areas seemed like it was first-person.

Describe what you liked or disliked about the writer's style? Why?

I really like how the writer portrays their characters and their world. There was respect, emotions, and no shaming of others to an inappropriate degree. I really like when both female and male characters display strength (doesn't have to be physical but emotional as well) and when many of the characters are shown to be respectable people. It makes the story more realistic and more interesting.

Would you read more of the author's work? I would most certainly read more of the author's work.

Comments on the writer's strongest, weakest writing trait, help request and give your overall personal thoughts.

Comments on the writer's strongest, weakest writing trait, help request and give your overall personal thoughts.

Help Request: Pace was good, however, slower dialogue pace might make the story flow better. What I mean is don't give too much information or too many subjects into one dialogue comment. I saw this in chapter 1. However, I did like that you described "more with less," in other words, you let the story start to unfold through dialogue use and not giving too much detail at once. I also do not think the story should be longer, your chapters are a good length.

Weakest traits: There were some awkward or stiff traits in the dialogue mostly in the first chapter. The dialogue smoothed out the further story continued. Sometimes it is the first chapter or two that can give us the most trouble before we find our rhythm. I would suggest going back and focus on how would natural dialogue look like? Think back to conversations you had yourself or others talking among others. Other than that I thought the dialogue was good, realistic for the most part.

I read through the first three chapters, I would have read more but I got to get ready for my trip and I saw the deadline for this book is before I return. (:

~Timmi

First and foremost- thank you for taking my heart and smashing it into a million pieces. I won't go into more detail than that here, but- omg....

I am guessing that you can tell from my first sentence that I agree with the fact that one of your strengths certainly lies in your ability to rouse strong emotions. I may have yelled at my phone more than a few times while reading your story off of it.

Looking at what you believe your weakest writing traits are, I am going to respond to your concerns about awkward and stiff sentences in dialogue. While there are some formal/stiff sounding discussions between the MCs, I attributed this to the cross-cultural nature of their conversations, the fact that there is always going to be something 'lost in translation' and the context of said discussions.

The pace is another quite subjective issue. I feel like the point of this story lies in the MCs natural inclinations towards each other, and the strength of the relationship that develops over a few relatively short encounters. It is that gut instinct, that kind of primal drive and desire to help a wayward kindred spirit. My own personal preferences are in a slower burn/longer build kind of scenario for developing such strong relationships. But that is just me. I can see why you made the decisions you did in the context of the story.

Overall, I really enjoyed Platinum Nights. Your writing quality is fantastic and your characters are interesting and fun to read about. I am only disappointed that I was unable to read the full novel before reviewing. Thanks for sharing your story :)

~Liv