One Con

Breaking Bounds #2

by B.L. Brooks

I’d watch the world burn just to make her mine.

Not even twenty-four hours out of prison and I’m already knee deep in trouble. Except this isn’t the sort of trouble that lands you behind bars…

This is the kind of blonde hair, green eyed trouble that exposes a man’s flaw, forcing him to go to any length to get the girl and keep her safe.

Safe from what?
Who the hell knows.

But I’m not willing to take any risks now that I know a beauty like this exists.

I shouldn’t give in, crossing a line so bold as a free man…

Though there’s no denying the fact I’m an animal. How could a man feel any differently after spending six years in the pen, aching for the touch of a woman every cruel night?

But the girl in front of me is simply just that—a girl. And a tiny young thing she is...

Hell, she’s barely legal and I couldn’t care less.
She’s mine now. She just doesn’t know it yet.


The Breaking Bounds series involves steamy, age gap, instalove romances—all living true to one happily-ever-after. Each story is a standalone read so you’re able to enjoy the series in any order you desire. Xoxo.

57 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 21, 2023

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Reviews

[Oriana Reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

Dani is searching for the medication of her families housekeeper, when she meets her son Tristan. Tristan was just released from prison and lives at his mothers house. When Tristan and Dani meet their whole lives change. These two fell head over heels for each other and were instantly obsessed with each other. Instalove, age gap, OTT, steamy, romantic and safe with a sweet HEA 😍😍😍

[Kim Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

So this one surprised me. I was expecting something like the first book in this series but it was completely different. I enjoyed this one so much more. I don’t know if it was the situation, or the fact that this time Tristan’s age wasn’t disclosed but Dani’s was. I think it was better this way because then I wouldn’t be turned off by the book and age gap. You know he’s older than her but how old remains a mystery the entire time. It added to the allure of the book and gave it a sense of sensuality. In this story, Dani falls in love with an ex-con which wasn’t at all what I thought when I saw this title. I thought the hero was going to be a con-man meant to do some damage to the heroine, only to end up falling in love with her instead. That would have had a completely different vibe and probably a longer story. I’m glad the author went in the direction they did because you wouldn’t normally think to write a romance story involving an ex-con and a rich person. So far, both these books made the heroine the rich person but so was the hero. In my line of interest, usually you see the hero being the rich person and the heroine not necessarily poor, but not as well off. I loved Dani and Tristan together and even more so because she held her own, knew what she wanted and didn’t get turned off by the age. I’ll even say the first book had that too. This book went straight into the intimacy and relationship, whereas the first one took time to grow the relationship, well as slow as you can do in a 56 page book. My only complaint about this story is the quickness yet again. You don’t get the chance to know Dani or Tristan, a little bit here and there but the author wanted the focus to be on the lust followed by a relationship. You don’t find out what Dani’s family does, how they got to be rich and their dynamics. You do know that they have Mona, who serves as an integral part of the family who adores her son Tristan, even though he was previously locked up. You don’t find out what he did to land in jail or what makes him the type of person he is. All you know is how he feels about Dani and what he’ll do to keep her with him. I feel like this story could definitely be more explored but if you want to stick to a short book, it wouldn’t be possible. I’m now going to be starting the last book and I’m curious to see how this one goes.

[Amie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A steamy romantic short book about a young woman who falls for the housekeeper's son who just got out of prison.
The two meet when the woman goes to get her housekeeper’s medication from the housekeeper’s home, their eyes meet and there’s an instant connection. Throughout the time they have oral sex as well as sex. The man’s mother, the woman’s housekeeper has medical issues and she winds up going to the hospital but she’s better in no time.
The woman ex boyfriend comes around and he winds up getting the man into trouble and has him thrown behind bars. The woman with the help of her father and a lawyer that her father knows get the man out of jail. The ex boyfriend gets into trouble for a false report.
The woman tells the man about going to college but winds up changing where she goes to college at because the man doesn’t want to leave his mother. They two are in love and they tell each other that they love one another.
It’s been a year and the man works for the woman’s father. The woman just finished finals and now it’s summer break. They couple are to go with her father on his yacht to see one of her father new hotels in Mexico. The father announces over dinner that he’s getting remarried. The couple is alone when on the deck they have sex. Afterwards the man asks her to marry him and she tells him yes. They love each other.
Nicely written with amazing characters. It’s easy to read as well an a good page turner, a steamy romantic happy ever after ending for this short book.

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

[Dee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Part of the Breaking Bounds series each van be read as a standalone with a sexy and the girl he claims. Tristen a sexy as all get out just released convict staying with his mom to get back on his feet when his mom is dropped off by her boss daughter and instantly, he knows this little girl will be his…only his if prison taught him anything take what/who he wants keeping them safe. Dani is a sweetheart does thing that steps outside of the persona one would expect her to have considering she comes from money she isn’t the spoiled rich girl when she drops her housekeeper off to find her son home from prison and she knows she should walk away never looking back but something about him makes her want to know him. The magnetic pull is instant, it is intense, and it is to strong to ignore despite the him being too old and way out of her class but will it stop them, will her parents stop them, can they find a balance that works for them, and is there happiness for them despite how different their class may be?

[Jenny Harris · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received this book with the understanding that I could leave a voluntary and honest review.

In this book we meet Dani and Tristan. Dani has come to the apartment of her friend to pick up some pills she needs her to get for her. The thing is when she gets there she finds another man in her home. When she learns his is her friend's son she believes that the instant attraction is ok to have. Tristan knows from the moment Tristan sees Dani he knows she is his. When she looks past the fact that he is a convicted criminal he is determined not to let her go. Can they find a HEA or will others make sure that never happens?

Another amazing story by this author. I would highly recommend it to anyone.

[Curvy Girl Book Nerd (Jen S) · Rating 4 out of 5]

One Con is book 2 of the Breaking Bounds series. It is a short and super-steamy OTT, instalove, age-gap, opposites-attract, curvy girl gets her hunky ex-con. Dani is a sassy, curvy, 18 year old rich girl. Tristan is a hunky ex-con in his mid-30s. Tristan's mom, Mona, is the housekeeper for Dani's family, and Dani is close to her. She meets Tristan when she is going to Mona's house to pick up something for her. They have never met before but are instantly attracted to one another. The chemistry is hot 🔥 hot 🔥 hot 🔥 and things get steamy quickly. But what will her parents say? What about Mona? This was a short and over the top, enjoyable, smutty read.

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

[Lauren · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely loved this over-the-top instalove romance novella! Tristan has recently been released from prison and is staying with his mother to get back on his feet. The daughter of his mother’s employer stops by and he knows by that single interaction she’s his to claim. Dani is everything he never knew he needed and Tristan is going to make sure she’s safe, loved, and fully pleased! Such a great short story with super sweet moments and lots of steam!

Tropes: Contemporary romance, instalove, age gap, wealthy heroine/poor hero, virgin heroine, happily-ever-after
Heat: 3/5.

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

[Barbara Atkinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tristen is an ex convict. He was just released from prison. While in his mothers kitchen he encounters Dani.
Dani is the daughter of a rich businessman. When her housekeeper, who is more of a parent to her, forgot her meds she goes to get them for her.
There is instant sparks between these two. The spice and intensity is 🔥 in this short read. Tristen is a possessive, protective alpha. Dani has a fire within her. She is sweet but fierce.

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

[Anna M_82 · Rating 5 out of 5]

A quick and extra spicy romance with rich girl Dani and ex con Tristan. The spice starts pretty much right away and continues through the entire book. Don’t worry there is some plot as well. An ex con trying to find a new life for himself. A rich girl falling for the bad boy. Her life causing problems for him when all he wants to do is keep her within arms reach and in his bed all day long. There is, of course, also a happy ending, with sweet and spice intertwined.

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

[Lorie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Princess! Is that an insult or a statement of affection? Well Dani is just meeting Tristan and is unsure how she feels but somehow she likes it. Tristan has just been released from prison and is at his mother’s home when he’s struck by an undeniable chemistry. Will the little rich girl and the big bad con act on that chemistry or will they let society tell them what to do?

[kymagirl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rich girl Dani (h) drops by her housekeeper’s home where she finds the woman’s ex-convict son, Tristan (H). The pair are instantly drawn to one another, and Dani has no interest in taking the out Tristan offers her. Ultra-hot and steamy age gap romantic quickie with a little bit of angst from an ex.

[Victoria · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars.

Tristan and Dani have a memorable first meet and they have instant connection and chemistry. This older man, younger woman story has them coming from different walks of life, a little drama and moves along quickly.

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

[CJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author has given us a fast-paced older man/younger woman story that pulls us into the lives of Tristan and Dani. The story keeps us turning the pages with instant connection, outside threats and steam.

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[Jenni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tristan and Dani have insta chemestry, hes just out of prison and shes temptation he cant ignore. well written the story has you hooked with steamy scenes, desires drama and more!.

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[Brenda · Rating 5 out of 5]

excellent

[Jovette Bossé · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutly loved it! A sweet and cute love story! 😍❤️‍🔥🥰

[Nate · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed Tristan and Dani’s story. I thought it was an intriguing read. And am voluntarily leaving my review.