One Naughty Night

by Joanne Rock

The sweet, innocent blonde on the dance floor is way out of her league in this hot singles club. And the minute Renzo Cesare recognizes that, his protective instincts step up to the plate while he tries to rescue her. If that means pretending to be Esme Giles's blind date, well, so be it. But before he can escort her to safety, she starts whispering some not so innocent suggestions in his ear. How is a guy supposed to be noble when all he can think about is hitting the sheets?

Esme Giles is turning over a new leaf—starting with a seduction. Sure, it's a bold move, but one look at her sexy date and she'll do almost anything to convince this hottie to spend a sizzling night with her. Too bad he's the wrong man! But Renzo's red-hot kisses convince her that she's found the right man…for more than just a night!

Genres: Romance, Harlequin, Contemporary Romance

224 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published November 1, 2003

About the author

Joanne Rock is a USA Today bestselling author of over one hundred works of popular fiction, including domestic suspense and romantic suspense. A frequent speaker at regional and national writing conferences she enjoys giving back to the writing community that nurtured and inspired her early career. She has a Masters degree in Literature from the University of Louisville and has taught fiction, film, and writing at the college level. When she's not writing, Joanne enjoys travel to gather new ideas.

Reviews

[Kristen Lewendon · Rating 4 out of 5]

We’ve been hearing so much about the overbearing Cesare brothers from their very put-upon sister that they definitely feel like members of the hotel family now. I loved this chance to see Renzo in action, and he really was a sight to see. I felt for Esme and all of her crises of self-confidence, yet the push-me/pull-you dynamic between these two drove me to distraction. I really appreciated all the growth we watched this pair undergo. They both learn some important skills to have a successful relationship with one another.

[Jean · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is book three in The Single in South Beach series and it is Esme and Renzo’s story. Esme’s life has exploded and taken a turn for the worse when she lost her job along with everything else so now she is taking the bull by the horns and doing something completely different and that is going on a blind date even though she is worried about how it will all turn out as it s definitely out of her comfort zone. Renzo has no interest in a relationship after his fiancee left him at the altar but while on the floor at Club Paradise he noticed a woman that looked completely out of place and uncomfortable so he stepped in to help by saying that he was her blind date. The attraction and chemistry between Esme and Renzo was instant and strong and when they eventually give in to how they feel it is absolutely explosive but with all the secrets and eventually working together will it effect the business deal and what they are building or will it make them have a stronger connection and working relationship. Esme and Renzo are so perfect together and for each other but they will have many ups and downs and things will not be plain sailing and you find yourself hoping that eventually they will start to communicate and get the happiness and future that they both want and deserve. I really enjoyed reading this book and how Esme and Renzo managed to bring out the best of each other in the end and I can’t wait to read more books in this series.

[Michele · Rating 5 out of 5]

An unexpected blind date that leads to something unexpected!
I feel for Esmerelda, Esme for short who just had her career implode due to a unethical boss and accepts a blind date at a hot night club that is so outside her comfort zone. Enter Renzo, who sees Esme across the dance floor as a man starts to move in on her and steps in to save her from being hit on but never corrects Esme’s impression that he is her blind date. What follows is sizzle and steam that is off the charts. Yet Renzo isn’t looking for a relationship after being left at the proverbial alter, so how can this all turn out? While Renzo needs an alternate cash infusion for his business and Esme needs a new career, the two discover a likely venture that has them working together. Will Renzo being overprotective of Esme, be the end of everything? You have to read to find out!

[Kari Hansen · Rating 4 out of 5]

With her life not unfolding as she would like Esme decides it is time to change things up. This begins with a blind date at a club however when she can’t find her date she is feeling out of her comfort zone. When Renzo comes to her rescue she believes that he is the man she is there to meet and doesn’t want the evening to end.

Due to his past Renzo isn’t looking for love or a relationship but when he sees Esme he can’t resist coming to her rescue. Even though their interaction started with a misunderstanding that doesn’t mean there is any mistake when it comes to the feelings between them.

When it comes to those that Renzo cares about his loyalty and protectiveness knows no bounds while Esme realizes that she has found the perfect partner in all areas of her life.

[Marie Bourgery · Rating 4 out of 5]

I don’t know why Esme thought meeting a blind date at a sexy new night club was good idea. She’s almost taken advantage of but Renzo comes to her rescue and together they come up with a business plan to sell antique replicas. Her previous boss was disgusting and he continues to prey on woman until Esme decided to do something about it, but will Renzo get in the way? Renzo is overprotective of his sister Giselle and Esme. The relationship between Esme and Enzo escalates quickly mixing business and pleasure in this steamy romance.

[Silke · Rating 4 out of 5]

One Naughty Night is the 3rd book in the Single in South Beach series and the first one to feature one of the Cesare brothers. Renzo and Esme's story can easily be read and enjoyed on its own. It's an entertaining and uplifting read as Esme learns to stand up for herself while falling in love with self-assured, over-protective Renzo who's learning a few things about a loving relationship himself!.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Fleur · Rating 4 out of 5]

The third book in the series has Esme and Renzo as our couple who meet through chance when Renzo steps in not realising he is stopping an already epically bad time getting worse for Esme.
Whilst things bloom between them after their first encounter there are going to be challenges not just between them that they need to get through.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[lf · Rating 4 out of 5]

A night out

One Naughty Night is the third book in the Single in South Beach series. When Esme's career and live implodes in a spectacular way the last thing she is interested in is to get involved with a man. But with one look across a dance floor Renzo is about to change all that in record time.
This is a very entertaining and romantic story. It is well written, has lovable characters and a fun story-line. A wonderful book in this series.

[Debbie Benson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. I liked the growth of Esme and Renzo's characters. They make a good couple and I'm glad they fell in love with each other.

[Victoria · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed Esme and Renzo’s story. I loved the characters and the steamy chemistry. I enjoyed how they complemented each other’s strengths. It’s a well written story with the right amount of steam. A great story.

[Gail · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed this story with Renzo and Esme. Their banter and interactions were entertaining. A really good read. Received a free copy.

[Isha Coleman · Rating 4 out of 5]

A heartbreaker that breaks all the the rules of romance. One Naughty Night is temptation at it's most vulnerable. Rock brings the spice without losing sight of the sweet and creates a tasty treat.

[Beth Henning · Rating 5 out of 5]

One Naughty Night was definitely that...naughty. When Esme agreed to a blind date with her neighbor's nephew she never expected to meet Renzo Cesare and he never expected the prim and bookishly shy Esme to walk into his club.

Esme and Renzo. What is there to say about them but wow. Both characters were fantastic! I really loved Esme. I completely related to her. She fought to be independent, but was also fragile in a way. She wasn't a complete moron, and could do things for herself, but I like how she discovered her backbone and self confidence, with Renzo's help because he truly believed in her, and as a reader I believed that he believed in her. I also liked how she let Renzo take charge when she realized he was doing it not because he was a bully, but because he cared. Renzo was strong, sexy, and enjoyably domineering. I loved how the characters played off one another. Esme was able to see how strong she was because of Renzo, and Renzo was able to relax because of Esme. They brought out the best in each other. The romance between them was realistically paced and believable. Yes, it started out as a red-hot attraction and sex and the initial chemistry was sexually charged but it became much more than that and Rock executed it so well. The progression of Renzo and Esme's relationship and emotions were spot on. I loved every minute of this fun and sensual ride!

I don't want to go into too much detail about the love scenes because I want you to read them for yourselves because they are so delicious.

Rock also did a fantastic job in her descriptions. I could feel myself there, with Renzo and Esme, which seriously makes me want to visit Florida.

I will admit that I had a bit of prejudice toward Blazes because they are supposedly just sex scenes, and I was so very wrong. They are so much more, or at least this one was. One Naughty Night had steam and substance. After reading this book I wonder why I haven't read more Harlequin Blaze novels, especially if they are all as fantastic as this one!

[Cherie Marks · Rating 5 out of 5]

First of all, let me say, I want a Renzo! What a great hero! This sexy Italian guy isn't just a gorgeous body who falls for the heroine of the story. His family values and strong, protective instinct are just as attractive as his good looks. Joanne Rock amazingly brought the sweet together with the sensual and turned up the heat at just the right moments. Esme was a heroine I could relate to in her struggle to remain independent and strong, yet allow herself to let go and be vulnerable in order to fall in love with the right guy. I'll be rushing to snatch up the other books in this series and any others by Joanne Rock. This book earned Five Stars from me!

I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

[Toni · Rating 4 out of 5]

One Naughty Night is part of Joanne Rock’s Single in South Beach series; however, it can easily be read as a stand-alone. The story of Esme and Renzo moves quickly, but no so quickly that you don’t fall in love with the characters. It is fun to see Esme grow into her own strength and Renzo figure out how to be less overbearing. Together they make a great pair. The epilogue is a nice touch so you aren’t dependent on the next books in the series to catch up with this fabulous pair.

[Renee Entress · Rating 5 out of 5]

My Review:

4.6 Star Review - One Naughty Night

I received the book for an honest review.

Is she as innocent as she looks? Renzo goes to rescue a lady who he thinks is innocent but really is she?

Esme is supposed to be looking for a blind date but Renzo is going to get to her before the date does!!

What happens when you fall for the wrong man? It turns out some much better then you thought possible!!

Funny with super steamy parts that you are going to love.

[Tilequa · Rating 4 out of 5]

i liked this alot even tho the chick got on my nerves!!!!!!!!!!