Loved it
"Oh fu..." (and a little gasp) was my reaction to the first chapter, and I immediately knew that I was going to be in for a devourable read, the kind where you sit back and enjoy the show. And this is definitely that. I binged this in one sitting with zero regrets - the story is tense, chemistry-filled, and like a sexy cat and mouse chase. It's a SIZZLE to slow burn, in that this couple starts with a HOT one night stand before discovering that they'll be working together. I loved that the emotional connection built slow and steady throughout the story, with our playboy hero off-balance the entire time. He's never had to work hard for a girl, but he finds himself drawn to the heroine in a way that's undeniable. It reads quickly, easily held my attention the whole way through, and has me very very excited for future interconnected standalones in the series.
The story follows Sutton, a woman who realizes that she's been putting her own needs after her boyfriend's. When she finally does one thing for herself - accept a promotion - it's the end of that relationship. On the rebound, Sutton meets a sexy stranger at a bar and soon finds herself going up to his room. They both know they'll have one night only, no names are exchanged, and the night makes Sutton feel empowered... until she walks into a meeting the next day and sees the man she just spent the night with. Well... three of him. Turns out, that sexy stranger is a triplet who runs a business with his brothers, and Sutton has just been tasked with consulting on a project. As the chemistry continues to spark between Sutton and her one night stand, she realizes that the dynamic needs to change. There's no way she'll be respected professionally if she knowingly sleeps with the boss, but denying the chemistry is impossible.
Bromberg is an easy one-click author for me, so I was excited to dig into this new series and see what it's all about. The vibe reminded me of the Wicked Ways duet (my favorite from her), with a ZAP of connection, tons of banter, a slow build in intimacy, and heated moments in nearly every interaction. Each book will follow one of the triplets, and I can't wait to get to know the other two better. This made quite the first impression, wasting zero time getting right into the action. I loved the intensity of that first steamy scene, and it certainly cemented the chemistry between these two. Our hero doesn't know how to handle what he's feeling, and watching him struggle was so much fun. He undergoes a great transformation throughout the book, making their happily ever after fulfilling. The subtle shifts in their relationship kept this feeling tense and sexy for most of the story - entirely bingeable and compelling.
Audio note: The audio was excellent! Stella Hunter and Aaron Shedlock both do a great job, with performances that showcase the chemistry and emotion. Their voices are both easy to listen to, the overall quality is solid, and the dual narration enhanced the reading experience. The runtime is under 8 hours, so it's easy to finish in one day (or one sitting, if you're like me, lol). Not necessarily a book that I would recommend for a workday listen - the heat starts quickly, and there are sexually charged interactions throughout. But this was a really good audio experience, and I wholeheartedly recommend it.