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The Forbidden Billionaire Attorney
I never expected my dream job at Cole & Sterling to land me in my worst working for Adrian Cole - billionaire, single dad, and the infuriatingly gorgeous man who's ten years my senior.
That boy from those childhood summers at our parents' backyard BBQs has grown into something dangerous.
He's devastatingly handsome in his custom suits, with a smile that promises sin.
Now he's my impossible-to-please boss, and the way he looks at me across the conference table makes me forget every rule I've ever made.
One forbidden late-night encounter shatters all my boundaries.
Now I'm carrying the heir to the Cole empire.
But my surprise pregnancy isn't the only secret about to explode.
When I discover Leo Sterling is plotting Adrian's downfall with me as his scapegoat, I have to convince a man burned by his ex-wife's betrayal to trust me before we both lose everything.
In the ruthless world of Los Angeles law, the most dangerous contracts aren't signed in ink—they're sealed with forbidden passion.
That boy from those childhood summers at our parents' backyard BBQs has grown into something dangerous.
He's devastatingly handsome in his custom suits, with a smile that promises sin.
Now he's my impossible-to-please boss, and the way he looks at me across the conference table makes me forget every rule I've ever made.
One forbidden late-night encounter shatters all my boundaries.
Now I'm carrying the heir to the Cole empire.
But my surprise pregnancy isn't the only secret about to explode.
When I discover Leo Sterling is plotting Adrian's downfall with me as his scapegoat, I have to convince a man burned by his ex-wife's betrayal to trust me before we both lose everything.
In the ruthless world of Los Angeles law, the most dangerous contracts aren't signed in ink—they're sealed with forbidden passion.
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217 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 15, 2024
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June 11, 2025
Best story ever.. Isabella King and Adrian Cole’s are
Lawyers at a firm Cole & Sterling.. they seem to clash all the time.. Adrian seems to dislike Isabella because his father Thomas Cole hired her straight out of law school.. Isabella was too in her class and went to the same collage his father graduated from.. This twist and turn of emotions that they display each time they have to meet always end in conflict.. But Isabella is good at what she does and Cole can’t deny that…
Adrian’s partner Leo Sterling on the other hand… well let’s just say.. you are not going to believe this guy… in the mist of running a law firm Adrian has to make sure he doesn’t let the day to day keep him to long from his son Caleb.. Because he has been through enough with his mother Colette left them and is now living in Paris..
Now you talk about a piece of work.. wait till you read why things fell apart with Colette and Adrian.. With everything that is going on.. Adrian has his mother Marcie to help out.. oh did I mention his father is deceased ..oh and I do want to mention that Isabell’s best friend is Amelie and her best supporter along with both her parents.. Well I think I’ve given you enough information without telling you the whole story.. you have to read this book 📕 you are going to be so excited and surprised how it all plays out.. there is betrayal, happiness, mysterious, and above all love.. you’re going to love it.. So happy reading!! Five stars for sure.. 🥰
Lawyers at a firm Cole & Sterling.. they seem to clash all the time.. Adrian seems to dislike Isabella because his father Thomas Cole hired her straight out of law school.. Isabella was too in her class and went to the same collage his father graduated from.. This twist and turn of emotions that they display each time they have to meet always end in conflict.. But Isabella is good at what she does and Cole can’t deny that…
Adrian’s partner Leo Sterling on the other hand… well let’s just say.. you are not going to believe this guy… in the mist of running a law firm Adrian has to make sure he doesn’t let the day to day keep him to long from his son Caleb.. Because he has been through enough with his mother Colette left them and is now living in Paris..
Now you talk about a piece of work.. wait till you read why things fell apart with Colette and Adrian.. With everything that is going on.. Adrian has his mother Marcie to help out.. oh did I mention his father is deceased ..oh and I do want to mention that Isabell’s best friend is Amelie and her best supporter along with both her parents.. Well I think I’ve given you enough information without telling you the whole story.. you have to read this book 📕 you are going to be so excited and surprised how it all plays out.. there is betrayal, happiness, mysterious, and above all love.. you’re going to love it.. So happy reading!! Five stars for sure.. 🥰
October 9, 2025
2.25 ⭐️’s
There was truly nothing memorable about this.
It really wasn’t high stakes and the first spicy scene was 11% in which was wayyyy too soon.
Anytime the MC’s weren’t at work and were near each other, they couldn’t keep their hands off each other. It got to be too much sexual touching that I started skimming the spicy scenes.
Also, to be honest, there really wasn’t any true chemistry between the MC’s… I felt their relationship was built on just extreme lust and nothing else. There wasn’t tension or yearning or even any real conflict at all.
Also, the whole premise of the partner trying to pin a sabotage on the FMC? It was in the story for like 2 pages and that was it. The conflict wrapped up on a neat little bow, without incident.
It was too convenient.
But hey, this was easy to get through and the banter between the MC’s had me smiling too. Plus, Caleb, the MMC’s son, was fun when on page!
There was truly nothing memorable about this.
It really wasn’t high stakes and the first spicy scene was 11% in which was wayyyy too soon.
Anytime the MC’s weren’t at work and were near each other, they couldn’t keep their hands off each other. It got to be too much sexual touching that I started skimming the spicy scenes.
Also, to be honest, there really wasn’t any true chemistry between the MC’s… I felt their relationship was built on just extreme lust and nothing else. There wasn’t tension or yearning or even any real conflict at all.
Also, the whole premise of the partner trying to pin a sabotage on the FMC? It was in the story for like 2 pages and that was it. The conflict wrapped up on a neat little bow, without incident.
It was too convenient.
But hey, this was easy to get through and the banter between the MC’s had me smiling too. Plus, Caleb, the MMC’s son, was fun when on page!
January 24, 2025
No Chemistry = Flat Love Story
The start to the story reeled me in, but the lack of chemistry let me down. I couldn’t get behind the love story of Isabela and Adrian because of the lack of connection or any type of chemistry words tried to portray in the book. Throughout the reading, the interactions seemed stale and the random kiss that results into out of this world kind of sex was not believable at all. The other plots to the story seemed pretty rushed and was like an afterthought. I would have liked more to the their backstory to get a picture or a stronger reason to why their relationship would work. Unfortunately, it wasn’t a good read for me. Two star rating is for the potential of the story.
The start to the story reeled me in, but the lack of chemistry let me down. I couldn’t get behind the love story of Isabela and Adrian because of the lack of connection or any type of chemistry words tried to portray in the book. Throughout the reading, the interactions seemed stale and the random kiss that results into out of this world kind of sex was not believable at all. The other plots to the story seemed pretty rushed and was like an afterthought. I would have liked more to the their backstory to get a picture or a stronger reason to why their relationship would work. Unfortunately, it wasn’t a good read for me. Two star rating is for the potential of the story.
August 16, 2025
it was good
This book was good however I did have to start over and read it because this book definitely isn’t for you to fast free. You have to read every single liar and why is that is because you’re definitely gonna mess something and that’s technically what happened to me at first, I felt like I was missing the whole book and it didn’t grab my attention but when I reread it, it started to grab my attention and I started to like it, but I gotta say it’s not my favorite book, but for attorney billionaire kind of enemies to lovers. It was unique in good on its own that it made me Intrigued throughout the whole book.
This book was good however I did have to start over and read it because this book definitely isn’t for you to fast free. You have to read every single liar and why is that is because you’re definitely gonna mess something and that’s technically what happened to me at first, I felt like I was missing the whole book and it didn’t grab my attention but when I reread it, it started to grab my attention and I started to like it, but I gotta say it’s not my favorite book, but for attorney billionaire kind of enemies to lovers. It was unique in good on its own that it made me Intrigued throughout the whole book.
November 6, 2025
The Forbidden Billionaire Attorney by Ella Ashton is a sizzling, emotionally charged romance that perfectly blends forbidden desire, workplace tension, and high stakes drama. Ashton crafts an addictive story between Adrian Cole, the powerful billionaire attorney, and his determined employee whose past and present collide in explosive ways. The chemistry is undeniable, the tension electric, and the twists keep you turning pages late into the night. Beyond the steamy encounters, it’s a tale of trust, redemption, and risking everything for love. Highly recommended for readers who crave passion, betrayal, and heart pounding billionaire romance.
December 2, 2024
Adrian and Isabella. They used to play together. Now they are both attorneys. Hes a single dad. His father founded the law firm and his father was her mentor. Now shes working at the firm. Their banter starts out angry and ends up steamy. You know the saying theres a thin line between love and hate. There are family moments that draw you in. It will touch your heart. Its like you're there with them. Loved it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 13, 2024
Isabella's dream job turns into a nightmare when Adrian takes over his father's law firm. They lock horns and the banter kept me glued to the pages. things take a turn when someone tries to sabotage a deal that could cost the law firm to go down and Isabel is the one found the threat but is also the one pegged to take the fall. Will Adrian find out in time how to stop it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 17, 2024
I enjoyed their story. Isabella and Adrian's story is a smooth read. Despite their bickering and the fact that they have to figure out together who
is behind the sabotage of the law firm, and how to keep Isabella safe once she discovers the threat. Can Adrian protect her and keep her safe? There is a dose of tension, danger, and enough steam.
I received an Advance Reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review..
is behind the sabotage of the law firm, and how to keep Isabella safe once she discovers the threat. Can Adrian protect her and keep her safe? There is a dose of tension, danger, and enough steam.
I received an Advance Reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review..
November 24, 2024
Wow, if you love a good, spicy accidental pregnancy love story, then you will absolutely love this book! I am a fan of a fast burn, and this definitely happened which had me hooked and not wanting to put the book down. Also, who doesn’t love a good “single dad” moment?! Isabella is a lawyer, who starts a new job at Adrian’s law firm, and they quickly had a moment. Watching their relationship grow was adorable and how involved he was as a new dad just melted my heart. I loved reading their story and seeing how supportive both of their families were from the start!
November 23, 2024
This quick and easy read is an amazing, well written page-turner and the suspense had me on the edge of my seat so I couldn’t put it down. I was captivated from the start and was not disappointed. Isabella and Adrian's great banter and undeniable chemistry kept me interested. Highly recommend reading and look forward to reading more from Ella Ashton.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 16, 2025
WOW! What an awesome story!!
Adrian and Isabella’s story is one of THE BEST I’ve ever read! I enjoyed every aspect of it including the smeggsy times! They weren’t overdone, just nice. I loved all the incidental characters. They played their role very well and ALOT to the story. The way the author wrote the story was excellent as well - very lyrical. I just cannot say enough good things.
Adrian and Isabella’s story is one of THE BEST I’ve ever read! I enjoyed every aspect of it including the smeggsy times! They weren’t overdone, just nice. I loved all the incidental characters. They played their role very well and ALOT to the story. The way the author wrote the story was excellent as well - very lyrical. I just cannot say enough good things.
March 16, 2025
Mostly heartwarming
I really enjoyed this book except for that midway breakup that authors do because I be!I've in communication. After that the story was beautiful. Loved that Adrian was supportive even before love settled in. He was already a great dad. Isabella was a strong independent woman in her own right and it was good to see their battle of wills without her being poor and struggling. Loved the ending.
I really enjoyed this book except for that midway breakup that authors do because I be!I've in communication. After that the story was beautiful. Loved that Adrian was supportive even before love settled in. He was already a great dad. Isabella was a strong independent woman in her own right and it was good to see their battle of wills without her being poor and struggling. Loved the ending.
November 15, 2024
EVERYONE and I mean EVERYONE needs to have this romance read in their life. The bantering between Isabella and Adrian is funny at times as well as HOT. So, whether you need a romance book to heat up your day, night or weekend this book by Ella is your next sizzling must read romance story. You are going to be obsessed reading this book like I was because it is a 5 Star read.
November 16, 2024
He is a childhood family friend. Now he is her boss. Oh and he is devastatingly handsome. Sparks fly immediately. Can their passion weather the storms ahead?
Oh wow was this ever incredible. Full of spicy passion. I especially loved the bond between Isabella and Caleb(Adrian’s son). Definitely recommend this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
Oh wow was this ever incredible. Full of spicy passion. I especially loved the bond between Isabella and Caleb(Adrian’s son). Definitely recommend this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
December 7, 2024
Im livinggg for the banter between Adrian and Isabella, it’s like a courtroom outside of actual court but with hot steamy tension. A great story with a great plot twist and just enough spice. I enjoyed reading this story.
July 25, 2025
The Forbidden Billionaire Attorney; A Single Dad Enemies To Lovers
I just adored the story line, their was so much action and chemistry between these two. A real page turner! Enjoyed how the story played out.
I just adored the story line, their was so much action and chemistry between these two. A real page turner! Enjoyed how the story played out.
September 10, 2025
Outstanding
Dear Ella:
Thank you for the thoughtfulness you put into Isabella and Adrian Love Story every change in the “Scenery” was just enough to keep us interested and wanting more.
Dear Ella:
Thank you for the thoughtfulness you put into Isabella and Adrian Love Story every change in the “Scenery” was just enough to keep us interested and wanting more.
October 14, 2025
The theme of the book is "Well that escalated quickly". Also almost every popular trope just piled in.
The first 2 chapters I was like "Just hate f*$% and get it over with" and then they did. There are a LOT of spicey scenes and, honestly, it got dull near the end.
The first 2 chapters I was like "Just hate f*$% and get it over with" and then they did. There are a LOT of spicey scenes and, honestly, it got dull near the end.
October 20, 2025
mixed feelings
When I read the summary of the book, I had high expectations enemy to lovers story it sounded like it was going to be a strong female character. The story has so much potential but somehow it felt short.
When I read the summary of the book, I had high expectations enemy to lovers story it sounded like it was going to be a strong female character. The story has so much potential but somehow it felt short.
October 26, 2025
Good bedtime read.
Good to read and get the essence of what it is while you're trying to rejuvenate for the next day. You can rewind and have a good laugh or two from this book and it is so funny in places that it keeps you laughing I enjoyed this book immensely .
Good to read and get the essence of what it is while you're trying to rejuvenate for the next day. You can rewind and have a good laugh or two from this book and it is so funny in places that it keeps you laughing I enjoyed this book immensely .
November 15, 2024
I really liked this book. It was a quick and easy read for me. Adrian and Isabella were meant for each other. The chemistry between them was good. The spice was good. It was all I needed in a book!
November 24, 2024
The forbidden billionaire attorney was Adrian and Isabella’s story. I thought it was an intriguing and intense story. Enjoyable read. I got a copy of the book and am voluntarily leaving this review.
January 6, 2025
Short but it flowed nicely. I never felt lost or confused about anything I really liked it & will read other books by this author.
January 19, 2025
Loved it!!!
Excellent read lots of drama and lawyer drama. I love HEA stories... Loved the family and best friend drama as well!!☺
Excellent read lots of drama and lawyer drama. I love HEA stories... Loved the family and best friend drama as well!!☺
February 3, 2025
This series is so amazing!! I love reading all the lifestyles of these characters. Everything is so lifelike.
February 27, 2025
First read
This is a first read of Ella Aston. I enjoyed the story. Quick read. Looking forward to reading more of her stories.
This is a first read of Ella Aston. I enjoyed the story. Quick read. Looking forward to reading more of her stories.
March 21, 2025
Fairly typical lawyer themed accidental pregnancy story. A little bit of betrayal and distrust going on. Overuse of the metaphor “hurricane”.
April 21, 2025
Both MCs had good chemistry
July 1, 2025
boring and flat
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September 2, 2025DNF - boring, they didn’t really have chemistry
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