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A steamy, stepbrother romance, insta-love, reverse harem, alpha, age gap, ex-military, why choose?

Unleash the passion with a tantalizing tale of forbidden love, wild desires, and intense chemistry. Get lost in the steamy world of Kristy, a beautiful and free-spirited college student, and Kevin, a handsome and determined rookie cop. Sparks fly when these two cross paths, igniting an instant connection that can't be tamed. But when Kristy meets Kevin's grumpy partner and his dangerous stepbrother, she soon finds herself caught in a love square unlike any other.

I originally published the first half of this story on Amazon Vella. Readers asked for more and to publish it as a book. This is 500 pages of a steamy forbidden stepbrother bad boy cops and cowboys romance that will have you up all night turning the fast-paced pages of this hot new romance that will leave you feeling all the feels with a happy for now and why should we choose? Get my latest love square now and find out!

371 pages, ebook

Published March 25, 2023

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1,344 reviews12 followers
March 19, 2023
If you like RHs with strong alpha men and a smart 'n sassy woman, Barbi Cox is the author for you. She hasn't disappointed with this story. It's filled with spectacular men, a hot co-ed, sizzling sex and mysteries.

Twelve years ago, when he was 17, Billy McKay's girlfriend disappeared. They had been together that night and she broke  up with him. Since her parents disliked him, he never dropped her off at her home. He always stopped a block away. He did the same that night. It was the last she was ever seen. He had the "bad boy" reputation and many  people, including several cops one of whom was Kristy's father, thought he was guilty. There was circumstantial evidence pointing towards him but not enough for charges. He left town because of rumors and the notoriety he gained that reflected poorly on his family. He does coding for a career now. He's only returned now for the reading of the wills of his father and stepmother.

Police Officer Kevin Miller is Billy's younger stepbrother. He's ex military and besides being a police officer he also runs the family ranch. He's hardworking, honest and believes in the goodness of people. He's missed Billy and believes he's innocent of any wrongdoing in the girlfriend's disappearance.

Officer Brad Smith is keeping a  secret. Only his partner, Kevin, knows that his fiancée, Rose, left him several months ago. He's a man of action not words. He's a by the book sort of man until he meets Kristy...

Kristy Jacobs is a 19 year old college student. Her father, an ex cop, wants her to become a lawyer like him. She knows she doesn't want that but doesn't exactly know what she does want. Hence four majors in two years. Her parents were very controlling. They chose her activities such as child beauty pageants, dance, violin, tennis and horseback riding. All the better to ultimately find her the man of her father's choice.

Kristy and her best friend, Liz, meet Officers Miller and Smith the night they try to lure truckers via a CB radio and accidentally hit a police band. Kevin is hooked! Let the romancing begin!

As the four of them come together and are trying to explore this unconventional relationship, the outside world intrudes. The body of Billy's girlfriend is found. Many of the police who were there when she went missing, including her  father, are certain of Billy's guilt. And something bad happened to Kristy in the past and is just now resurfacing. Will the men be able to help her find closure and finally some peace of mind?

This book does end without finishing the story of the disappearance resulting in murder or closure for Kristy. I thought I'd figured out who the kidnapper/murderer was. Was I even wrong! I think I have it figured out now but will have to wait and see.


I received an ARC of this book from the author via Booksprout. I am voluntarily leaving this review.
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322 reviews5 followers
March 29, 2023
Well, this book just made my day. I have loved all of Barbi's books I've read, and this one was no different.

This book had my undivided attention, well as much as that can be with 3 little boys to take care of. I absolutely could not get enough of these characters and how their chemistry shot off the pages like fireworks. Kristy is young but knows what she wants and goes for it with no apologies. The strength she shows theought the book is enviable. Kevin is a ladies' man with the biggest heart. Ex-military who becomes a cop who also owns a ranch. Hello cowboy! 🥵 Bill, his older step-brother, is tattooed and all muscle, also goes for what he wants, when he wants it. He had trouble with the law in his younger years and ran once he was cleared. Kristy sees right past that and loves him for him. Brad, the eldest of this group, is cautious to put his heart on the line after a horrible ending to a past relationship. After a lot of work, he finally lets Kristy in, and it's so sweet. All 3 of these men know how to take care of ALL of her needs, and she is insatiable, which means we get a ton of super delicious steamy scenes.

If you like reverse harem, you're going to want to read this book! Can I give it more than 5 ⭐️'s? 🥵🔥
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730 reviews3 followers
March 24, 2023
Wild is such an apt name for this book! Wow what a wild ride this book is! This was a bit different to Barbi's usual genre of reverse harem and I absolutely loved it! Two hot, muscly police officers and a bad boy who's had brushes with the law!

Kristy our main lead is such a character, she's wild, adventurous, a massive flirt and is mad about the three men in her life. She's got such a big personality and I loved how she teased these men.

Kevin is my favourite so far. He's a big romantic and falls for Kristy almost straight away. Not only is he a rookie police officer, he's also an ex vet and is the co-owner of the Ranch he shares with his stepbrother Billy. His southern drawl got me hot under the collar!

Billy is back in town after 12 years. He ran to escape the judgemental looks from the locals who believe he's responsible for the disappearance of his ex girlfriend. He's muscular and full of tattoos, with his leather jacket and motorbike Kristy finds him hard to resist and it isn't long until he's under her spell too! His chemistry with Kristy was 🔥🔥🔥 and I found their moments together *chefs kiss*.

Brad is our sensible cop who is hiding his own personal pain, until Kristy manages to get under his skin. He was definitely the more reluctant to begin with, but he's not resistant to her charms. I love how Kristy managed to bring him out of his shell.

Wild had all the dirty smut that I come to expect from Barbi Cox's books, but it also had a really interesting plot and I'm really invested in these characters and what's going to happen to them. I'm really intrigued and can't wait for the next book in this new series!
271 reviews9 followers
March 25, 2023
All 3 men are utterly swoon-worthy. We’ve got the sweetheart police officer/vet Kevin; his stepbrother Billy, the “bad boy” with a heart of gold; and his strong, silent partner Brad. Throw them together with free spirit Kristy, and the heat is enough to burn your fingers turning the pages.

Instead of making the characters into one-note cliches, Barbi breathes life into them and fleshes them out as the story progresses until you can’t help but fall for them all.

I like that the book doesn’t shy away from uncomfortable emotions as the men sort out how they feel about Kristy and about sharing her. It also deals with the characters’ various traumas in sensitive ways without becoming trite or dragging down the plot.

I do wish there was some sort of closure re: Trish and Harley, but the HFN we get is more than satisfying (wink wink).

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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7,441 reviews34 followers
March 19, 2023
Taking Charge Without Hesitation -
Kristy was fantasising about the things she wanted to do with Kevin the moment she met him during a traffic stop, but what she didn’t expect was to meet Billy, whom she had a tryst with, as well as Brad, whom she kissed. She later discovered Billy was Kevin’s stepbrother and Brad was Kevin’s partner on the police force. Kristy was attracted to all three of them and managed to get them to onboard to sharing her.

Unfortunately, not everyone was happy with their relationship, because of an incident that occurred in Billy past, that continued to reek havoc on his life. However, Kirsty’s determination to stand up for her beliefs, gave them the courage to stick together and fight for their togetherness. The angst, suspense and drama in the story, had me on tenterhooks, as I turned the pages waiting to see if they the truth would be uncovered or if it would be swept under the rug.

This gripping story was everything I thought it would be, as if quickly pulled me into the story from the beginning and didn’t let go until the end, but left me looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I suggest you get yourself a ‘Do Not Disturb’ sign, lock yourself away in a room and get ready for a thrill of epic proportions.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
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3,724 reviews13 followers
March 26, 2023
Oh wow did I really enjoy this! This fmc is so sassy and spicy and wild and def goes for that she wants. I adore her. And her men? They def help keep her wild crazy butt under control in the best supporting way. Another knock out from this amazing author and I can’t wait for the next book.
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608 reviews6 followers
March 19, 2023
I couldn’t stop reading once I started — to the point that I fell asleep with visions in my head of tight jeans and amazing abs.

Barbi Cox has written another page turner with a story line that is deep and tense at times. Kristy’s 3 men are each different but exactly what the wild girl needs.

There is prior trauma that the men are helping with. A domineering yet devoted dad and a mom who is open, understanding and oh so helpful.

I can’t wait for the next book to come out as this one left me with many questions.. who really did the crime? How will Kristy deal with her trauma .. will he pay?.

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2,172 reviews7 followers
March 30, 2023
Kristy Jacobs is 19 and considered wild because she wants to live life to the fullest while she is young. Her father is an ex-cop and has political ambitions. He wants Kristy to live at home, get a degree in what he tells her and he wants Kristy to settle down with a husband and family. Kristy is living in a campus apartment and taking a bunch of different classes until she figures out what she wants her major to be and what she wants to do after graduation. Kristy and her friend Liz buy walkie talkies and end up on a police channel.

Kevin Miller and Brad Smith are police officers. They have been partners for the last 7 months. Brad is always grumpy and Kevin doesn’t know why. They find Kristy and Liz so they can take away the walkie talkies. Kristy flirts with Kevin and he gives her his first name and tells her to track him down if she wants him.

Bill McKay is Kevin’s stepbrother. He came home to the ranch because his dad and stepmother died. He has been gone for the last 12 years since he was 17. He left because he was accused of hurting his girlfriend Melissa when she went missing. Kevin was younger than Bill so he doesn’t know why he left and disappeared from their lives. Bill is only planning on staying a couple of weeks even though their parents left the ranch to both Bill and Kevin.

Kristy flirted with Kevin during the walkie talkie incident. She flirted with Brad at the hardware store and she flirted with Bill outside the grocery store.

Will Kristy continue to flirt with all three guys? Will she seduce one of them or all of them? Will all of the guys figure out how to deal with their pasts so they can possibly have a future with Kristy? Does any of them want a long term relationship?

I liked how all the characters are connected in some way.

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2,316 reviews28 followers
April 9, 2023
This full length romance (about 5 hours reading time) takes us on a crazy ride building a reverse harem for wild child Kristy. She’s definitely a force to be reckoned with and it will take three men to entertain her spirit. Not control or tame because they like her exactly as she is, but to understand her and entertain her. Two cops, Brad and Kevin, and Kevin’s stepbrother Billy, all want to please and love her.

Kevin is the first to fall for her, with a steamy night against a cop car. He’s former military and now a rookie on the police force. Billy is the next, as they spend time together at the home where Kevin and Billy live. Billy starts as a temporary fling since he doesn’t plan to stay long. He’s never felt comfortable in his hometown after being accused of the disappearance of his ex girlfriend. Brad takes the longest, with a broken heart, and a determination not to fall for someone ever again. These three aim to protect and pleasure Kristy and before long she’s falling for all of them.

I really enjoyed the progress of experiencing them falling deeper for each other. There are tons of steamy scenes with spicy connections between characters. These scenes lead to sharing scenes where two and then three of the guys pleasure her together. There are plenty of one on one time as well. No matter what combination is going on they are HOT!! Each guy has a different style of loving but each style is kindle melting HOT and I couldn’t get enough. I devoured this book and still wanted more. This book ends in a HFN with conclusions to some of the side stories eluded to but not fully resolved. What does happen is that all four characters are at a place where they know they can and want to all be together.

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410 reviews6 followers
March 26, 2023
Kristy Jacobs is the only daughter of a local high-profile attorney, Vincent Jacobs, who has entered college and plans on asserting her independence from her father's overbearing countenance. She's a wild child at 19 and loves to tempt authority. Tonight she's got her eye on Kevin Miller and Brad Smith, two of Tucson's finest. She and her best friend, Liz, have gotten a hold of a pair of police band walkie-talkie's and are causing havoc. The result of that incident is not what Kristy had in mind, so after a mild hand slap, she ups her game to speeding. That get her taken by Officer Miller across the hood of his patrol car, which was much more what she had in mind. Thus begins their "relationship," followed by Bill McKay, Kevin's half brother who just came back to the area after an 11-year absence due to the unexplained disappearance of his then girlfriend. That disappearance has yet to be solved, although Bill was never charged with anything criminal. Last but not least is Officer Brad Smith, the oldest but shy one in Kristy's harem. He was unceremoneously dumped by his former fiancee some 10 years ago and is very slow to open up to her, although he's interested.

Wild focuses on Kristy's coming of age on her own terms. Her progress is well-told; descriptive, entertaining and emotional. You won't want to miss a word. There are a few issues left unresolved at the end of resolved, so I'm hoping that means there will be a sequel.

The only negative comment I have is that in my opinion there are a few overused phrases in the story. It needs a bit more variety of phrasing for a more pleasing read.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
87 reviews2 followers
March 24, 2023
I really wanted to like this more than I did. I thought the basic plot was great. A bit of a wild child, 19 year old party girl hooks up with a bad boy accused of murder and two cops. Her political/ex-cop daddy is against it, she doesn't wanna be tied down, there's the whole murder suspicion thing. It had great potential....It just fell so flat for me.

The pacing is all over the place, timelines don't seem to match up. She's supposed to be a college student but never seems to care or think about school. The two cop boyfriends let her drink out in public all the time, way underaged. The murder of the ex GF never gets resolved, meaning the MC never is fully cleared. **SPOILER** It gets revealed that the FMC was molested at 15, and she confronts her attacker later on but nothing comes of it and the book ends without any resolution there.
I just feel like I read a long book for nothing but, admittedly hot, sex scenes.

It's not all bad. I really liked the guys, I thought their characters were great. I liked that our FMC was bold and didn't take anyone's crap, always went for what she wanted. I liked the whole "accused of his ex-girlfriends murder" trope, even if it did fall flat.

Overall, it was a decent read but nothing I would read again. Pretty low angst if you just want something easy to read.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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525 reviews
April 17, 2023
Well, alrighty then. This leaves off on a cliffy of sorts as there are some unanswered questions/no resolution to the mystery.
I don’t know why the underage drinking in this bothered me so much, but two of these guys are cops and no one says or does anything about what’s her face drinking and in some cases then driving.
There is no clear age to me for the three male MCs. What’s her face is 19 and the guys I’m guessing are early 30s or mid twenties? Again no idea. What’s her face is a rich? college student who is an art major, but has majored in a whole bunch of others to find her thing and during story decides to change again.
I do wish there would have been more Brad. He seems to be the oldest male. He is not a stepbrother.
And let’s discuss the cover for this story. It is horrible and laughable. Giving me total Fabio vibes. I didn’t picture the characters anything like the cover haha. Brad isn’t described like any of them on there. Also Kevin appears to be the most active as a “cowboy.” He is also a rookie cop. Not sure how much “cowboy” Bill really is. I’d said barely. Kevin and maybe Brad are ex military. We don’t really learn much about Brad and ex military is iffy associated with him.
All that being said…where’s book 2? When is book 2 coming out? I don’t want to be left with unanswered stuff.
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2,087 reviews17 followers
March 20, 2023
Kristie is a young woman who knows what she wants and doesn't hesitate to go after it, namely Kevin the young rookie cop, his partner Brad and Bill whose Kevin's stepbrother, who was accused of murdering his girlfriend and never convicted so the killer is still at large. Her father retired from the police force so when he finds out who she's seeing he is enraged and of course tries to interfere. We find out something bad has happened to Kristy in the past and is just now resurfacing. Do we find out who really killed Bill's girlfriend, or will the truth be swept under a rug? Will Kristie get some closure too? I love how their love for Kristie brings all these men together, each gives her something different in her life and she wants it all with the four of them can she convince them to share and all of them be together? A captivating story as Kristie, Kevin, Brad and Bill find a way to make their relationship work. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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762 reviews4 followers
March 26, 2023
Oh in typical Barbi Cox fashion this is definitely one very 'hot' panty melting romance.
Fantastic characters but certainly lead female Kristy is really one inspirational woman, sadly though by some of today's community morals she would be labelled as something quite different but her mantra of living life and everyday to its fullest without regrets is one which we should all take heed too.

I must admit reverse harems has become one of my all time favourite genres but certainly I can be left mind boggled over some of those descriptions for certain scenes... wink wink say no more!

Wonderfully created characters, yes all wild in their own ways which makes them all so attractive but because they are all so different it makes it all so more alluring to see them connect so well.

I must admit I'm so looking forward to see how the rest of this series pans out!.

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1,399 reviews12 followers
March 27, 2023
This is a steamy reverse harem romance story. I love reading Barbi Cox's reverse harem stories, this one is a little different but it did not disappoint.

Kristy meets Brad and Kevin, 2 police officers while out causing trouble with her friend. There is an attraction between them, but Brad fights its more then Kevin.
Kristy soon meets Billy, who is Kevin's brother. He's the bad boy who left town after being accused of having something to do with his ex's disappearance, but now he's back and Kristy has her sights set on him too.
Could Kristy be the one to help them all heal and can they tame her wild ways.

I enjoyed reading this book and would recommend it.

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13 reviews
March 22, 2023
I thoroughly enjoyed Barbi Cox's new story. As Kristy the college, party girl learns who who she is and what she wants in life, she finds 3 men who cannot resist her, nor she them. There's Kevin, the rookie cop who falls for her first, his stepbrother, Bill, whose past is catching up to him and Brad, Kevin's partner on the police force, who has his own relationship issues. Twists and turns lead to them all protecting and supporting her as old memories overwhelm her. I'm looking forward to reading book 2 in the series when it comes out.

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1,701 reviews46 followers
April 9, 2023
This story has a little bit of something for everyone. There is romance with a why-choose element between Kristy and her men: policeman Kevin, his partner Brad and stepbrother Billy. There is also a mystery involving Billy from many years ago: his girlfriend disappeared and during this story her body is found. Billy of course is the prime suspect since he is the last one she was known to be with. The mystery is somewhat solved by the end of the story but I still have a lot of questions. One thing I do not question is the amount of spice in this story, Kristy has NEEDS and it's a good thing that she has 3 guys to help her ;)
1,053 reviews6 followers
March 18, 2023
A wild and wonderful ride!

I loved this! Barbi has written the most wonderful characters. I absolutely love Kristy’s wild side, and the brazen way she meets Kevin, Brad and Billy. But I equally love her vulnerability and softness and the way she brings all 3 men together and creates magic. This book is full of steam and swagger, sweetness and swoon, with a side of drama and intrigue and questions left unanswered. Absolutely can’t wait for book 2!.

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597 reviews2 followers
March 20, 2023
Wild is a WC, age-gap story that takes you on a wild ride with Kristy, Kevin, Bill and Brad. Tag along as what starts off as a fun lust filled encounter turns into several hot, steamy and wild encounters. When the past comes back to haunt some of them, feelings get exposed and dynamics change. Will they survive their pasts? Will they give in to their feelings or run from them? Barbi delivers another fantastic story! I couldn't put it down. I can't wait for the next one to come out!!.

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853 reviews7 followers
March 21, 2023
Wild Child
Get ready for a dose of triple hotness! Kristy is a free spirited wild child with parents who expect the opposite. When her hormones get the better of her and she ends up with a cop, Kevin, and then his step brother, Billy, the sparks flame to life. When Brad catches her eye and the relationship explodes the drama also begins. An old murder case and a sexual assault are keeping tempers going. Can’t wait to see what happens next with Kristy and her three men!.

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1,079 reviews6 followers
March 23, 2023
Kristy seems a first to be a wild collage student out for a good time but you will discover that there is more to her. Kevin is a strong cop/cowboy with the polite cowboy streak. Billy is portrayed as bad boy with a motorcycle and tats but he is far from that and Brad is this older guy with secrets but is all gentle and soft underneath. This was a swoon worthy story with the element of intrique. I am looking forward to the next book.

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4,421 reviews33 followers
March 31, 2023
I received this book with the understanding that I could leave a voluntary and honest review.

In this book we meet Kristy, Kevin, Brad, & Billy. Kristy is determined to have fun and has no plans on settling down like her father wants her to do. She also doesn't plan on dating a cop. This is odd when she meets both Kevin & Brad who are both cops with a lot going on. Can these men show her there is more to just flitting from one place to the next?

Another amazing story by this author. I would highly recommend it to anyone and everyone.
171 reviews
March 22, 2023
The men (Kevin, Billy and Brad) I instantly liked. It took some time for me to really get and like Kristy. In my mind I felt that her actions as 19 year old were exaggerated and therefore unrealistic. We later get to learn a bit of her background and so by the end of the book I was more accepting and curious to see how this story will develop.

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589 reviews3 followers
March 25, 2023
Kevin, Billy, Brad, Kristy

Sizzling heat, unsolved crime, cops, cowboys, and bad boys--what more could you want? A college party girl meets three hot men and within a short time they are sharing and caring. The emotions, dynamics, compassion, and feelings of the four for each other shines through and is a brilliant start for (hopefully) a great new series. Well done Ms Cox!.

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287 reviews2 followers
March 25, 2023
Wild by Barbi Cox was just that…WILD. The author gives us real characters with real stories that draw the reader in and keeps you wanting more. Yes, this book is very steamy, but it is also interesting, touching and a page turner. The ending feels like a cliffhanger and I can only hope Barbi Cox gives us another chance to find out what happens to Kristy, Kevin, Billy and Brad. Their stories are amazing.

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1,555 reviews9 followers
March 25, 2023
I think this is my new favorite from this author! That is saying alot for me! I was pulled in from early on and did not turn loose of the book till I read the last word. I loved the characters and their story. I could see it in my mind as I read like a movie. It was fantastic!! A definite must read for me! Check it out and see what you think. It was such a fun book. Perfect way to spend the evening reading!
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4,085 reviews64 followers
March 27, 2023
Wild Child - Kristy (FMC) definitely knows to get what she wants and how to get it by using all ways of seduction against all her men - Kevin, Bill & Brad. This book is not just about plenty of sexy romps and steamy scenarios but there is a good backstory mixed in with it. A girls disappearance and a town appointing the blame by making their own assumptions about one of Kristy's guys keep me on my toes as well. A great read with great characters too.
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296 reviews3 followers
March 29, 2023
Hold on to your hats……Because it’s a wild ride. I have to say this is the spiciest read to date from Barbi that I’ve read yet. It took me a bit to warm up to Kristy, the FMC. She came across as a drifting, reckless teenager… and the guys were totally hypnotized by her wiles….but as the story grew, and they gelled together as a group- Kristy had to grow up a bit. I look forward to seeing how this group grows together in the next installment.
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1,584 reviews4 followers
March 30, 2023
Kristy has sass and knows what she wants and she wants these three different men. Meeting separately adds to the chemistry later on. They all have their own problems making it interesting, steamy and like all of Barbi’s books hot/steamy. Can they make it work as an RH or will it be less than? I’m ready to see what else happens with them all !.

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