Sometimes your perfect match comes disguised as your worst nightmare.
Poppy Whittaker’s goals are simple: find a man, get married, have babies, and live happily ever after. Braden Butcher does not even come close to being suitable—infuriating, inappropriate, and absolutely impossible. If only she could stop running into the arrogant, sinfully handsome stranger who seems determined to push every button.
Braden the ‘Butcher’ never loses—in the courtroom, or in bed. The jaded, ruthless divorce attorney who has women falling at his feet doesn’t do love. One night stands? Absolutely. Relationships? Not a chance. Poppy Whitaker is everything he steers clear of—reserved, inexperienced, and absolutely immune to his notorious charm. But the fiery redhead who shoots down his every line is a challenge he can’t resist.
What starts as one night of passion spirals into something neither expected. Poppy soon finds herself torn between two men—Braden, who’s charmingly persistent, and Owen, who checks all her boxes. But what will happen when she discovers they're one and the same?
Deception. Desire. And the Endless Pursuit.
Endless Pursuit is a steamy open-door romance and the fifth interconnected standalone with no cliffhanger in The Pursuit Series.
Bethany Rosa has been passionate about romance since her teenage years. After raising four wonderful daughters, she embarked on a writing career, channeling her love for the genre into crafting captivating stories. Bethany enjoys creating sexy tales featuring alpha males who fall for strong, independent women, making the chase irresistible. Besides writing, she loves to travel, especially to visit her two (soon to be three) daughters living in Europe. When not globetrotting, she enjoys time at home with her husband, dividing her days between the serene mountains of Montana and the sunny landscapes of Arizona.
I received this ARC in exchange for my honest review. For me this was a good read. Here we get the story of Poppy and Braden. Braden is the cocky playboy who thinks all women fall at his feet, but then he meets Poppy and she’s not throwing herself at him like most women. The banter between these two kept me entertained and Braden definitely has a dirty mouth.
I’m just going to get this one thing out of the way … Branden tested me. Like … seriously tested! His unlikability meter was shockingly high, so high that I wondered if I was even going to be able to finish this audio! But, it was 🎤Teddy Hamilton🎤 (lol) so obviously I was going to finish! But listen, even though his character drove me bananas, in the end, I was rooting for him. It’s kinda like one of those “first impression” situations or “judging a book by its cover” … he grew on me and inside all that ridiculous attitude was an extremely determined man that no one taught how to dial it down! LOL So here I am, liking the guy. Go figure. LOL My point for this is to tell future readers/listeners, just breath deeply and carry on, you won’t regret it! :)
The concept of having Branden have a different online persona didn’t really sit that great with me, but not because it didn’t make the story interesting, but because the concept gives me the icks and is basically catfishing and just … no. But this is fiction and it honestly worked really well once it all came together. It was truly captivating and kept me on my toes with the whole who what when of it all. I also loved the concept of love/hate throughout the story. It added a layer to Branden & Poppy’s relationship full of fire and tension and it was deliciously sexy. When these two got “sexy”, they did not fool around! *wink*
Ultimately, my favorite part of this story is not just the unfolding of the relationship but the growth of the characters as well, especially Branden’s character. I also appreciated the use of the secondary characters not just as pop-ins in the story but as people who made a difference in the journey, in a very good way. They were true “supporting” characters. The casting for this audiobook is absolutely top-notch and really notched up my enjoyment of the story. 🎤Savannah Peachwood was such an awesome Poppy and made an incredible team with Teddy! Rounding out the cast was Aaron Shedlock, Aiden Snow, Michael Gallagher, Ava Erickson, and Vanessa Edwin who all brought their A-game!
Thank you to Ear Candy Promos and Bethany Rosa for the opportunity to listen to this audiobook and the entire series! It’s been a heck of a ride!
⭐ Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) 🌶️ Spice Level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️½ (3.5/5 — balanced with strong plot)
From the very first pages of Endless Pursuit, I was completely pulled into Braden and Poppy’s story and found myself unable to put it down. What begins with instant attraction quickly grows into something deeper, sweeter, and far more emotional than I expected.
Braden’s persistence could have felt overwhelming, but instead it came across as endearing and intentional — especially as his feelings for Poppy evolved into something real. Watching him fall for her, realizing he wanted more than just a fleeting connection, was one of my favorite parts of the book. I especially loved experiencing the story through his POV, because hearing how deeply he felt about Poppy gave me butterflies.
The setting details were such a fun surprise for me as well. As someone from San Diego, I loved seeing familiar places mentioned — it made the story feel even more immersive and personal.
There were moments that genuinely made me melt, from the wedding storyline to the first spicy scene, but what stood out most was the emotional payoff. The tension kept me invested, yet what I loved most was that Braden never gave up on trying to win Poppy back. The way everything came together felt incredibly thoughtful and heartfelt.
This story felt like watching a Hallmark movie — but with more spice and emotional depth. I was completely obsessed with Braden’s growing feelings for Poppy and loved the banter between them. I was also pleasantly surprised by how supportive and understanding the friend group was, which allowed me to fully enjoy the story without unnecessary stress as a reader.
Endless Pursuit can absolutely be read as a standalone, but after finishing it and learning more about the series, I now want to go back and read the others. I loved the writing, the characters, the emotional arc, and the HEA — I honestly didn’t want it to end.
Favorite Quote: “Whatever this is between us… it’s something more. Better than it’s ever been for me, in fact. And we’re only getting started.”
⭐ (Story) 2.5 ⭐ (Narrator) 5 🌶️ 3 🥵 Spicy Chapters: 2, 4, 6, 10, 16, epilogue ❤️🔥 Swoon Factor: 1 📚 Tropes/Themes: reformed Playboy, confirmed bachelor, no strings attached, virgin FMC, secret identity 👀 Dual POV 1st person 🎙️ Duet+ narration (Teddy Hamilton, Savannah Peachwood, Sebastian York, Ava Erickson, Aaron Shedlock, Aiden Snow, Vanessa Edwin) ⏰ Approx 5 hours @ 1.7x 🎀 Special Editions: none 💔 Content warnings: mentions of cheating, possible NC/CNC
💬 I'm actually pretty torn on how to rate this because it's definitely a "not for me book" aside from some of the snarky banter and had I realized some things I wouldn't have read it but I think if I was a fan I would've rated this higher.
First, I took off a star for the unironic use of the word "juices" to describe arousal. I just...ugh I hate it so much.
But honestly what bothered me the most was their first two times together because Poppy is not upfront about things and everything was... (I guess to my prudish little soul) way more than expected IMO. Especially their second time.
And really it's not even me being a prude because I don't care if that happens in the book or in real life, it's just that it felt like it really toed the line of non-consent. TO BE FAIR, Braeden sorta addresses it within his own internal monologue but never addresses it with Poppy.
So that really set the stage for me and I guess I checked out. It ruined any sort of chemistry I could have felt between the MCs and the relationship felt very surface level. The plot was kinda thin too, a very fast burn which relied mostly on their sexual relationship. Along with that Poppy was a little more naive/innocent than I prefer. However I guess in the spirit of transparency, I might be a little burnt out on high spice books atm.
I'm not sure how I felt about all the narrators. Initially I liked the idea and I do think that all the narrators did a good job. It added depth and interest to the story but it also made me focus more on the side characters (not a big deal) while having a harder time remembering who's voice was who's.
Oh, and the switch to 3rd person POV in the epilogue was NOT working for me 🤣
So yeah, like I said ultimately the issue here is this is just "not for me", but I know there's an audience out there for this book and to them I enthusiastically recommend it to you.
ARC review - this was a quick read and I loved the storyline! When I signed up for my first ARC, I didn’t realize this was part of a series so I will have to go back to those. It may make it an even better read. The bantering between Poppy and Braden was entertaining and I like a good enemies to lovers romcom. There is a lot of 🌶️🌶️ which wasn’t an issue for me however I felt like some of it didn’t add to the story.
I received this book as a pre release from Netgalley to review.
DNF @ 21% chapter 6 - the writing is too amateur for my liking. I did not like the characters as well. The MMC was a slim ball, I know that's probably the point but it was too exaggerated and I didn't like it, maybe the way it was written made it worse. In thr first sex scene the FMC gave in too easily it didn't go with the vibe of the character.
I just didn't like it. I wanted to DNF earlier but gave it a chance.
Endless Pursuit was an enjoyable, fast-paced romance with undeniable chemistry. Braden is a persistent MMC who yearns hard and goes out of his way to make Poppy his. While he definitely doesn’t always make the right choices—especially when he fakes his identity to get closer to her—his intentions come from genuine desire rather than manipulation. If you enjoy morally gray choices, secret identities, and a MMC who knows exactly what he wants and isn’t afraid to go after it, this one’s for you!
Thank you so much to the author for the ARC copy of this book.
Unfortunately, this one was not really for me. It had some cute banter, but I was looking for more story throughout. This is a super fast burn, very spicy, but was lacking in the plot that I was hoping for. If you want a spicy/quick romance read, maybe this is for you!
I received this as an ARC - Thanks to the author, publisher & Netgalley for allowing me to review! All opinions are my own.
I wasn't sure how this one was going to play out at beginning - the MMC came on SO strong in a crude way. FMC is appalled and wants nothing to do with him. When they find themselves thrown together again, pursuit ensues! I did enjoy the banter these two provided, which lasts throughout the book. I felt like the FMC gave in pretty quickly for someone who was so strongly opposed and judgemental of the MMC at first - however I guess I can understand her shock at some of the things he said since she was a virgin and sounded like a man had never really come on to her before. I really enjoyed the character growth of the MMC in this book, although I wouldn't say the FMC had much of her own. There is a scene with another man early on that surprised me as it was the FMC's second time, and she went along with all of it without saying a single word even though she seemed a bit uncomfortable with it at first. Either way, I enjoyed watching the rest of the story play out, watching Bradens softer side emerge was sweet and endearing as he so desperately wanted to get to know the FMC. PLENTY of spicy scenes throughout this whole book, which for the most part I felt were well done. This book does have a HEA.
Endless Pursuit Review Thank you NetGalley & Gallatin Publishing for this ARC. This was my first ever book read by Bethany Rosa. Overall, I am giving this book a 2.5-3 ⭐️ review. I almost DNF’d it around the 20% mark. I absolutely hated the beginning of this book. I hated the way the MMC (Braden) talked to the FMC (Poppy). He was such a ahole and jerk to her. Braden was the epitome of a player. I also hated how Poppy reacted to him. She was shy and just kept repeating that they were never going to hook up. But then also wanted him. It was very repetitive at the beginning. Once we got past the first two hook-ups, things started changing. You got to learn more about Braden and why he was the way he was. He started showing a different side to Poppy so that she could see he wasn’t JUST a player. Or at least he was trying to change for her. He turned into such a great character and I was rooting for him. I am glad I continued reading and gave it a chance. Not my favorite book I’ve read this year but it’s not the worst book either. For what it was, it was good. Great sex scenes, great character development, and overall decent story.
I received this as an ARC on NetGalley, all opinions are my own.
Immediately drew me in, great characters and believable plot. I wasn't prepared to laugh....a lot, but I did. I loved seeing the characters develop and the story unfold. This was a FIVE STAR read for me. Funny, spicy and an easy read. Perfect for my escapism reading!
Poppy is the FMC and a typical small town young woman. She has focused on many aspects of her life, but not her love life. She is a sweet romance book character and has a personality and snark.
Braden is a male player focused on success in his profession and the bedroom. He is so believable because I know guys like him. His crass and crude way of "direct communication" is that of an immature player. Over the book, his character grows and matures. It was nice to see on the pages.
When Poppy and Braden accidentally run into one another, it is a hot mess. Luckily for the readers, they have another meeting! Spice, banter and sexual tension make this book a great read! Don't question it, just read it!
Oh. My. Gosh. If you don’t listen to another audiobook the rest of the year, you must – must – listen to Endless Pursuit. Once I started listening no one was going to pry those earbuds out of my ears until I was finished. The duet recording with full supporting cast was amazing. And Teddy Hamilton as Braden the ‘Butcher’ was the amazing-est. He starts out so cocky, crude, rude, vulgar, crass, and arrogant that you – and narrator Samantha Peachwood’s Poppy Whittaker – can’t stand him. He’s the spot-on cliché of everything a man should not be. But he’s so funny you burst into loud, snorting laughter the minute he opens his mouth. Unless you’re the one unlucky enough to be seated next to him on the airplane. He’s a man with a one-track mind who views Poppy as just another conquest; a challenging one but a one-and-done to be conquered just the same. During the flight if possible. Unfortunately, he’s also a devastatingly handsome, successful man with some undefinable charm running underneath the boorish behavior which makes him justified in claiming he always gets what – or who – he wants. The flight ends: no in-flight fun, no name or phone number, but nothing ventured, nothing gained. There’s something about her that draws her to him, but he doesn’t do relationships, will never be that vulnerable again, thank you, so he’ll get her out of his mind eventually.
Well maybe eventually is going to take a while because Poppy and Braden are going to the same place. Poppy’s best friend Cici is marrying Eli, one of Braden’s best friends. Cici has just moved to San Diego from Bozeman, Montana to be with Eli. Poppy’s traveling to the wedding; Braden is going home to San Diego after business in Bozeman. Fate, huh? Not only will they both be attending, but they’re also paired to walk down the aisle together. Poppy’s story to the other women about the horrible guy on the plane is hilarious – until she walks in and sees him. He’s relentless as ever, though. What luck, the perfect opportunity to continue his pursuit. And turns out he actually is irresistible. Ugh. What a combination: perfect and hideous all at the same time.
The book is aptly named because Braden’s pursuit is endless. He fights it and tries to hide it and can’t figure it out, but he can’t forget it and the desire to be near her gets stronger and stronger. She keeps running, except there’s that irresistible thing. And maybe he could be useful, for practice and experience, you know, until she finds that guy who will give her the marriage, babies and happily ever after she wants.
Endless Pursuit gives you all the feels. Have those tissues handy, because while you’ll start out wiping tears of laughter from your eyes eventually you’ll be sobbing into your Kleenex. It’s so, so funny but also poignant and tender. It’s all fun and games at first, but not really. And then it starts to be more, but how would that work? First impressions stick with you and his first impression wasn’t of a man you could trust and lean on. Just when you start to feel hopeful, things blow up, because of course they do.
The dating app, the long-distance book club, the perfect man who pops up vs. the totally imperfect one who is inching towards perfect, all unforgettable. Braden’s answers to the dating app questions will have you rolling on the floor. And the ending will have you ugly crying. The outstanding cast of talented narrators - Teddy Hamilton, Savanah Peachwood, Michael Gallagher, Ava Erickson, Aiden Snow, Vanessa Edwin, and Aaron Shedlock bring the story to life. All talented and believable in leading or supporting roles, with perfect pace, tone, emotion. But it’s Teddy Hamilton’s performance as Braden that will blow you away. Slowly, and so subtle that you don’t even realize it’s happening until – Boom! It’s there – he changes his voice and delivery from the Braden you love to hate to a man who is desperate, wrecked, sad, yearning, with no hope but determined to never give up.
Endless Pursuit is the first book by author Bethany Rosa that I have read or listened to. It was wonderful and completely satisfying as a standalone, but after how much I loved this story I will be going back to catch up on the rest of the series – and everything else from this author I know is going to be a favorite and an auto-buy. I received an advance listening copy of Endless from Ear Candy Promotions. I loved it and you will, too. I voluntarily leave this review; all opinions are my own.
More Pursuit Series Greatness! Fabulous Story & Narration🎧
Endless Pursuit The Pursuit, Book 5 Narrated by: Teddy Hamilton, Savannah Peachwood, Ava Erickson, Aaron Shedlock, Vanessa Edwin, Aiden Snow, Michael Gallagher
“Endless Pursuit”, the fifth book in Bethany Rosa’s “Pursuit” series, a steamy enemies-to-lovers romance, is a great addition to the series. Each book in the series features a different couple, but characters appear in each other’s books, and knowing their backstory is beneficial and adds depth. This book is Poppy Whittaker and Braden ‘the’ Butcher’s story, both appeared in earlier books, Poppy is Cici’s friend in Bozeman, Montana and she is on her way to California for a double wedding, and is one of Cici’s bridesmaids. Braden is part of the circle of friends in San Diego, all of whom have found their significant others now, leaving him the last player standing. He is a lawyer, a killer in the courtroom and a killer with the ladies, never having a problem with getting whichever lady he wanted, until now, until Poppy. These two first meet as strangers, and it does not go over well, because his over-the-top ego and shameless flirting did nothing for her other than warn her off of him. Poppy is looking for a forever man, not a one-and-done man like him, so she’d be happy to not see him again. Unfortunately, life, or rather fate, had other plans for her, and not only does she have to see him again, but he is her partner in the wedding. The banter and push-and-pull between these two was great to watch, and seeing the tables turn on Braden, where he is doing the chasing to get the girl and gets very creative about it. This multi-layered story has a captivating mix of drama, angst, humor via witty and clever dialogue, heartfelt emotions, and steamy romance. Bethany Rosa, thank you for another fabulous story and emotional rollercoaster ride
🎧📚🎧 This fabulous multi-cast audiobook production, performed by wonderfully talented voice artists, is an amazing listen. Teddy Hamilton and Savannah Peachwood are fabulous covering the roles of the two lead characters, Braden and Poppy, voicing each perfectly, as if the roles are tailor made just for them. Ava Erickson, Michael Gallagher, Aaron Shedlock, Vanessa Edwin, and Aiden Snow jump in covering the side and secondary characters, reprising their roles from the earlier books, and they are just as amazing in this book as they were in their own characters’ books. This cast’s stellar performance takes the story to another level, and a captivating performance that keeps you glued to the story. They are entertaining storytellers and a pleasure to listen to.
Rating System (as of 8/14/2025): ⭐: It was a struggle to read. I almost DNF ⭐⭐: This could have been so much better. ⭐⭐⭐: Good/Average ⭐⭐⭐⭐: Great book. I will probably reread it. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: I absolutely loved this book. *********************************************************************** Tropes: 💕MF Romance 💕Hate/Enemies to Lovers 💕Forced Proximity
Spice Level: 🔥🔥🔥🔥 Spice Level Rating System (as of 9/4/25) 🔥: Clean. Handholding. Kissing. 🔥🔥: Non-Descriptive/Implied on Page Sex 🔥🔥🔥: Hot-Descriptive on Page Sex 🔥🔥🔥🔥: So Hot—Do Not Read in Public 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥: Oh My-BDSM. Blood Play. Smut. ************************************************************************ Quote: Summary: FMC has an idea of what love should look like. Her parents fell in love as teens. She wants the same. FMC and MMC meet at the airport and are seated next to each other. MMC is a man-whore who spends the flight making suggestive passes at the FMC.
MMC is in town for business and to be a groomsman in a wedding. The same wedding that the FMC is in. There is sexual tension and of course a hook up.
Review: This is my first time reading a book by this author. The premise of the book is not one that is new to me. It is one I usually enjoy. There was something about this book that I was not fond of. The writing is over the top. Especially when it comes to the MMC.
The FMC starts out as a woman with standards. The standards are that she wants marriage, children and does not do one-night stands. Before the middle of the book, she is having threesomes with the MMC. It just wasn't believable to me. I could not finish the book-DNF. Usually, when I DNF I give it one star as my rating states. However, I felt that the premise was there it just wasn't executed in a way that appealed to me.
Endless Pursuit by Bethany Rosa is a five-star masterpiece of escapism that serves as the perfect conclusion to the Pursuit series. This story follows Poppy, a sweet and reserved romance lover from Montana who is ready to find "the one," and Braden, a ruthless, jaded San Diego divorce attorney who has built a reputation as a player.
The narration is an absolute standout, featuring a brilliant full-cast duet including Teddy Hamilton, Savannah Peachwood, and Sebastian York. Their performances bring an incredible depth to the instant attraction and fiery banter that ignites when Poppy and Braden meet on a flight to San Diego. While Braden is used to women falling at his feet, he is shocked to find that Poppy is entirely immune to his usual charms. Their unexpected reunion at a wedding leads to a night of intense passion, but it also kicks off a complicated game of deception and desire.
The tension between these two is palpable and draws you in from the very first page. Braden, nicknamed "The Butcher," initially pursues Poppy with an immature and deceitful plan—even going so far as to create a secondary persona to check all of Poppy’s boxes. However, the true beauty of the story lies in his development. I loved watching him fall for her and realizing that he was finally willing to do the work to win her over. He becomes the ultimate example of "if he wanted to, he would," especially as he leans into the lessons learned from the romance novels they share.
Poppy is a fantastic protagonist; she’s a "firecracker" who stands up for herself and refuses to accept anything less than the respect she deserves. Her strength and snark balance perfectly with Braden's "dirty mouth" and eventual vulnerability. Beyond the central romance, the hilarious group chats between the guys and the girls provide priceless moments of levity.
By the time you reach the ending, the emotional payoff feels deeply earned. It is a steamy, spicy, and heartfelt journey that shows what happens when three people—the man he was, the man she wanted, and the man he becomes—finally merge into one. This book is a must-read that makes saying goodbye to the series both bittersweet and completely satisfying.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Poppy Whittaker and Braden don’t seem to be well matched. On one hand Braden is a divorce attorney who has seen so much when love doesn’t end well. He, therefore, avoids it at all costs. On the other hand, Poppy wants all of serious and settled-ness that come with a partner and a serious relationship; she wants the man, the marriage, the babies, and the happily ever after. While travelling, they meet on a plane, and at first Poppy wants nothing to do with Braden. They eventually get their second chance when they find out they’re attending the same wedding.
Not gonna lie, Braden was not doing it for me at the beginning of the story. His crude and douche personality at the beginning was kinda off putting. And, it kinda felt a bit unbelievably how quickly Poppy folded and let him in at the beginning. However, they both really won me over in the end. I especially really loved seeing the growth, and how much Braden evolved over the course of the story. Underneath all that arrogance and ego, we got to see him open up and become more vulnerable. Plus their chemistry was just too good! The story had so much going for it; chaotic, fun, hilarious humour and banter, but also tension and heart.
Narrated in duet format by Teddy Hamilton and Savannah Peachwood, with a full supporting background cast that included Ava Erickson, Aaron Shedlock, Vanessa Edwin, Aiden Snow, and Michael Gallagher. Woow was this audiobook so fun and entertaining! Of course the full cast narration made it all the more enjoyable, but specifically, Hamilton as Braden was just chef’s kiss! 😘 He captured the hilarious and cocky, but irresistible nature of Braden so well! And of course we can’t forget about how amazing Peachwood was with portraying Poppy’s sassiness. She embodied her well. Both captured the MC’s chemistry exceptionally, and of course the background full cast round the story really well. Very much enjoyed!
Thanks to the author, Bethany Rosa, and the team at Ear Candy Promos for providing me with an advanced audio review copy of this book. All opinions provided in this review are entirely my own.
Little Mouse and Suits, might have been my favorite read by Bethany.
Endless Pursuit, will completely pull you into Braden and Poppy's story. What begins with instant attraction quickly grows into something deeper, sweeter, and far more emotional than I expected.
Braden the ultimate playboy who has sworn off love due to being burned more than once. So he was looking for his next conquest and never gets turned down, until the feisty redhead on the plane he is sitting next to. The charm and his lines are not working on her and he can't get her out of his head long after the flight. Braden may have sworn off love, but he was just waiting for the right woman to come along and captivate him and this spicy redhead who keeps turning him down, she is just the one to do it. I loved watching him suffer a bit and having to grovel and beg for her. He needed it, always used to getting what he wanted.
Poppy the firecracker. She is ready to find THE ONE and settle down, but she doesn't have any experience. She finds herself fighting off a jerk on the plane and can't wait to tell her friends all about him. She is flying in for a friend’s wedding and just wants to have fun, but she is shocked when the other single guy there is non other than the jerk she sat next to in the plane.
Braden's persistence could have felt overwhelming, but instead it came across as endearing and intentional especially as his feelings for Poppy evolved into something real. Watching him fall for her, realizing he wanted more than just a fleeting connection, was one of my favorite parts of the book. I especially loved experiencing the story through his POV, because hearing how deeply he felt about Poppy and the groveling this man did to win her back. He must of learned this groveling from all these years books he shared with Poppy.
The buddy reading he wanted to do, oh my heart I LOVED this. Braden never gave up on trying to win Poppy back. The way everything came together felt incredibly thoughtful and heartfelt.
OMG I was so happy to be back with all of these characters again!!! This time we are getting Braden & Poppy's story. I have been waiting for this audiobook for months and I couldn't wait to listen to it. I devoured this book so fast. Bethany Rosa stole my heart with this series!
This was a Duet by a Full Cast: Teddy Hamilton, Savannah Peachwood, Ava Erickson, Aaron Shedlock, Vanessa Edwin, Aiden Snow, Michael Gallagher. These narrators were absolutely PHENOMENAL! All of these narrators had the perfect voices for these characters and they made it easy to hold my attention and keep me entertained the entire time is listened to this book.
Braden and Poppy are absolute opposites!!! Poppy is sweet and just wants to get to know someone and Braden is nothing but infuriating with his crude comments and snarky attitude. These two find themselves on a plane together and lets say her first impression of him was not good. LOL..But as luck would have it these two find each other at the same weddings and find out they share the same friends. Oh how fate wanted to have some fun with these two!
Poppy wants to get over Braden after a one night stand but Braden wants to get to know Poppy more. Poppy will find herself between two men and will have to choose between the one that would fit in her life perfectly or the one that makes her crazy but secretly likes for all his insanity.
This story was so much fun and I had a blast listening to this audiobook. I had so many laugh out loud moments, I swooned, smiled, got mad a few times, blushed and then I was left with an amazing ending! I just love this series so much and I can't wait to see what Bethany has for us next.
Thank you Bethany Rosa and Ear Candy Promos for allowing me to listen to this ALC for my honest opinion.
I have to confess that I found it difficult to rate this book which is #5 and the final book of #ThePursuitSeries
From the start Braden is a crude douche canoe and I would have thrown him to the curb. He was totally offensive and unredeemable. Quite frankly, at this point, I was tempted to put the book down.
Then in addition, Poppy had no strength of character and gave her virginity away to a man she "despises" but at the same time can't resist - yeah right! I found it extremely odd, bearing in mind how she was portrayed initially, wanting the love of her life, marriage and children. Then, she is taken harshly mid wedding and he didn't even notice? This was then followed by a menage a trois on her second encounter. I don't think so!
Putting the above aside, once the online dating and book club commenced; and Owen/Braden started revealing his true self, I started to defrost and I really wanted the relationship to work. Having said this, I find it hard to believe that a character can do an about turn like he did!
Having read the series and loved all the characters, it was lovely seeing them all again, particularly Eli who helped Braden get over his sorry a** with the assistance of Cici, but wow, did he have to work hard!
By the end, I actually loved the book and particularly (without giving the game away) the surprise that won her heart was swoon worthy!
It was a good end to a great series, but the billionaires will always be my favourites - Eli closely followed by Sebastian.
🎤I loved the multi-cast narration by Teddy Hamilton, Savannah Peachwood, Michael Gallagher, Ava Erickson, Aaron Shedlock, Aiden Snow, Vanessa Edwin but found the change to third person PoV in the epilogue disconcerting.
Thank you Ear Candy Promos for allowing me the pleasure of listening to this book.
I went into Endless Pursuit expecting sparks, but Bethany Rosa gave me a full-on wildfire. This book is the fifth in her Pursuit series, and it feels like the culmination of everything I love about her writing, there’s sharp banter, sizzling tension, and characters who make you want to scream at them and hug them in the same breath.
Poppy Whittaker is the kind of FMC you root for instantly. She’s sweet, determined, and has her life mapped out: marriage, babies, happily-ever-after. Enter Braden Butcher, the arrogant divorce attorney who doesn’t believe in love, doesn’t do relationships, and seems hell-bent on dismantling every one of Poppy’s carefully laid plans. Their dynamic is pure chaos in the best way, every encounter is a clash of wills, every conversation a battle of stubbornness and attraction.
What makes this book so addictive is the push-pull tension. Braden is infuriating, but he’s also magnetic, and Rosa writes him with such unapologetic swagger that you can’t look away. Poppy, meanwhile, is immune to his charm or at least she tries to be. Watching her resist, falter, and ultimately confront her own desires is both hilarious and heart-wrenching.
The romance here is spicy, but layered with vulnerability. Rosa doesn’t just give us steam; she gives us two people who have to wrestle with their own fears and expectations before they can even think about love. Braden’s cynicism and Poppy’s idealism collide in ways that feel both inevitable and surprising.
By the time I reached the end, I was grinning, swooning, and maybe a little teary. Endless Pursuit is about more than enemies-to-lovers fireworks, it’s about finding love where you least expect it, even when it terrifies you.
A must-read if you love fiery banter, arrogant heroes who secretly crave connection, and heroines who refuse to settle for less than everything.
A huge thank you to Bethany Rosa for the early copy!
Thank you to author Bethany Rosa for this ARC in exchange for an honest review. _________________________________
Endless Pursuit is the fifth installment in The Pursuit series by Bethany Rosa, and as someone who’s loved this series from the start, I went in with high expectations… and a very willing heart.
This book absolutely delivers on fun, fast-paced, and spicy energy. The banter is flirtatious, the tension is high, and the story moves at a great clip. If you’re here for heat and entertainment, it definitely shows up. That said, this was the first book in the series that didn’t completely sweep me off my feet.
My main struggle was with the main characters. While the MMC has all the classic bad-boy, dirty-mouth charm and the FMC brings that feisty-but-guarded vibe, I felt like they stayed more on the surface than I wanted. Their chemistry was there, but their emotional depth and personal growth felt a little underdeveloped compared to previous books in the series.
I really enjoyed their dynamic and the playful, spicy moments between them, but I kept wishing for a few more grounding scenes—something to slow things down just enough to give me a deeper understanding of who they are beyond the heat and witty back-and-forth.
That being said, I still had a good time reading this. It’s flirty, fun, and entertaining, and I don’t regret picking it up for a second. It just didn’t hit the same emotional highs for me as the earlier books in the series.
Rating: 3.5 stars — still enjoyable, still spicy, just missing that extra layer of depth I’ve come to love from this series.
Have you ever picked up a series that just sucked you right in , in ways you never would have expected ? That had you falling in love with each and every character / couple from the very first book and where you found yourself completely immersed in the world the author has created ? That had the ability to make you feel so many different emotions you never saw coming? Everything from smiling and laughing out loud , to crying like a baby to actually being speechless at times and screaming outta pure frustration during others . That had you cheering so freaking hard from start to finish, well Bethany Rose’s The Pursuit Series really has so quickly become one of my absolute faves . In fact if you had asked me prior to reading Endless Pursuit to choose a favorite couple/ I would have said not possible, not possible at all . But Braden and Poppy just might be it. I can’t really put into words exactly what it was . Maybe it was the push and pull and the insane sexual tension, maybe it was the humor and angst and witty banter , maybe it was Braden’s bad boy persona and dirty mouth, the way he is determined to go after poppy even when she’s pushing him away , maybe it was the enemies to lovers and he fallls first and hard tropes . And maybe just maybe it was all the times that their story pulled on all my heartstrings . All I know is I loved , absolutely loved every simile second of their story . And you can bet I lost so much sleep because yes it’s so freaking addicting. Bethany has delivered another home run and exceeded all my expectations once again . Endless Pursuit- chefs kiss 💋 and a must read for everyone.
Endless Pursuit The Pursuit Series, Book 5 By: Bethany Rosa Narrated by: Teddy Hamilton, Savannah Peachwood, Michael Gallagher, Ava Erickson, Aaron Shedlock, Aiden Snow, Vanessa Edwin
Poppy's turn to figure out life! She has goals. The dream of many women to find that man that fills her heart, marry, have kids and enjoy their lives. But where do you find a man like that? Well, not on a plane like she met Braden. She could tell he was a player, and while handsome, she has no interest in him. Little did she know, he was going to the same wedding she was and their antagonistic bickering turns into a night of passion. Braden is exactly that player she expected, and only offers one night and surprises her with a second. Now home again, she is more than determined to find that man. Braden is smitten though, and he has it in his head that he should be the one she picks. The more they get know each other, the more he believes it. But will Poppy ever cave for the man? This is a fun, spicy romantic story with a lot of playful banter and a gesture that brought tears to my eyes. Bethany Rosa brings back all the characters from the previous books into this story creating an ensemble of friends and family that have each other's backs. I loved visiting with them all, and Poppy and Braden are the perfect match!
Teddy Hamilton and Savannah Peachwood lead an all star cast as Braden and Poppy. Their talents bring these two alive with the perfect amount of attitude and emotion. Add in Michael Gallagher, Ava Erickson, Aaron Shedlock, Aiden Snow and Vanessa Edwin reprising roles and the story is fast paced, fun and exciting. Loved this one!
This was such a deliciously dramatic listen! If you love the “I can’t stand you…but I also can’t stop thinking about you” trope, this one absolutely delivers. Poppy Whittaker is on a mission—marriage, babies, white picket fence, the whole fairytale package. She has a plan, and she’s sticking to it. Enter Braden “Butcher”—a ruthless divorce attorney who avoids love at all costs. He’s arrogant, charming, way too confident, and exactly the kind of man Poppy should avoid. Naturally, the chemistry between them is instant and intense. I loved the push and pull between Poppy and Braden. Their banter was sharp and playful, and the tension was oh so good. Braden’s cocky exterior hiding deeper layers made him more than just the typical alpha hero. And Poppy’s determination not to fall for his charm made their dynamic even more entertaining. The twist with Owen definitely added extra drama and kept things interesting. I won’t spoil it, but let’s just say it raises the stakes in a way that makes the title Endless Pursuit feel very fitting. I listened to this as an audiobook and it was a really enjoyable listen. The steamy scenes are definitely open-door and spicy, but the emotional moments still shine through. It’s passionate, dramatic, and wrapped up in a satisfying HEA—no cliffhangers, which I always appreciate. Overall, this was a fun, fast-paced romance with strong chemistry, plenty of heat, and just enough emotional depth to keep me hooked. This is perfect if you’re in the mood for enemies-to-lovers, secret identities, and confident alpha heroes who fall hard when they least expect it. I was gifted a complimentary copy and am voluntarily leaving my review.
Poppy Boards a flight to attend her best friend Cici's wedding. As our main pov, her life seems pretty straightforward; she wants to get married and settle down for a family of her own. She is excited to be the maid of honor on cici's special day. Then she meets Braden (Suits) seated next to her on the flight. He comes off as a very arrogant assshole, determined to get on her and score a Bj on the flight. A don't settle for any woman, never more than a one night stand kinda guy. He dont seem to ever take no for an answer, and she grows increasingly irritated by his persistence. She starts to read her smutty romance novel, and he surprisingly starts to read over her shoulder. Poppy agrees to allow him to read along as long as he shuts up and stops harassing her. Braden ends up loving the novel and uses the book cliffhanger as an excuse to exchange numbers, she declines. the story then goes into the wedding event, Braden and Poppy attend the same wedding and they hook up for a quickie which of course turns into something deeper and more complicated when they introduce another partner (MFM) and start connecting over a dating app.
He falls first Enemies to lovers Virgin heroine Hidden/Mistaken Identity
A steamy, emotional romance with plenty of tension and conflict. 80% smut, 20% plot (erotica) It's an open door in terms of sexual content, a stand-alone in a series (you don't need to read the other books to understand this one).
what a cute and fun read!
Thank you, Netgalley, for my advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.
I have loved this series and this book, WOW, it was perfection! It had excellent banter and incredible spice. And I loved seeing the characters from the previous books.
Braden is the ultimate playboy. He was hurt in the past and he has sworn off love. He is only looking for his next hookup and never gets turned down, until the feisty redhead on the plane he is sitting next to. His charm (he’s a jerk) and lines are not working on her and he can’t get her out of his head long after the flight.
Poppy is a firecracker and I freaking love her! She is ready to find THE ONE and settle down, but she doesn’t have any experience. She finds herself fighting off a jerk on the plane and can’t wait to tell her friends all about him. She is flying in for a friends wedding and just wants to have fun, but she is shocked when the other single guy there is non other than the jerk she sat next to in the plane.
These two have amazing chemistry despite Braden and his jerkish ways, that man has a dirty mouth on him and knows how to use it. And Poppy, she likes it deep down. She is finding it harder and harder to refuse him.
Whew the spice in this book…it will have you panting and fanning yourself. These two together are everything!! Braden may have sworn off love, but he was just waiting for the right woman to come along and captivate him and this spicy redhead who keeps turning him down, she is just the one to do it. I loved watching him suffer a bit and having to grovel and beg for her. He needed it, always used to getting what he wanted.
I inhaled this book. I consumed it. I feral little book goblin devoured it without blinking. From the first few chapters I knew I was done for. Absolutely obsessed. The dirty talk? Disrespectful. Top tier. Elite. The romance, the tension, the yearning, the pining, the way I was internally screaming in my car while listening? Unwell.
I was actively texting my friends while listening because I could not contain myself. The second I hit play I was melting into my driver’s seat like a dramatic Victorian woman with the vapors. Zero shame.
This is technically part of a series and I have not read the others and do you know what? Did not matter. Not even a little. It stands on its own beautifully. I never felt lost, only deeply invested and slightly feral. It had everything I want when I pick up a romance. Heat. Heart. Tension so thick you could choke on it. Bethany Rosa knew exactly what she was doing and I will absolutely be hoarding more of her books like the gremlin that I am.
Now let’s talk about this audio because oh my God. Listening to Teddy Hamilton talk dirty should honestly come with a warning label. I was gripping my steering wheel. I was questioning my life choices. I was thriving. And Savannah Peachwood delivered Poppy’s sweetness and innocence so perfectly that it made the contrast even better. Together they absolutely elevated this story into an experience.
If you see me recommending this aggressively for the foreseeable future, just mind your business.
In Bethany Rosa’s book, “Endless Pursuit”, there is nothing worse than a chauvinistic jerk who doesn’t understand the word “No”. And to make matters worse, Poppy ends up seated next to him on a flight from Bozeman, Montana to San Diego, California, where she is going to participate in her friend’s wedding. Braden is a high powered divorce attorney, who knows, from experience, that the only type of relationship he wants is a one night stand. The final straw is when Poppy and Braden realize they are partners in the same wedding party. Snarky comments and baiting come-on’s ensue. But there are sparks, and encounters, and ……
Oh, how I love a spicy romance! Enemies to lovers. Adventuresome love life. Long distance relationship. Dating apps. Fake app profiles. This book includes all of these tropes and more. It almost was too many tropes, but somehow it works. This is the fifth book in the Pursuit Series by Ms. Rosa. Though there are many references to characters in the previous books in the series, this book can be read as a stand alone book. I know that I’m going to go back and read the other books in this series. Readers who like spicy enemies to lovers romances and can deal with chauvinistic males will enjoy this book.
I want to thank Gallatin Publishing for the complementary eARC of this book and for selecting me to review it on NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
I was able to read this book as an ARC reader. I finished Endless Pursuit and immediately had to sit in silence because Braden had me out here acting DELUSIONAL. In a GOOD way. The man walks onto the page and suddenly his charm and sarcasm takes me back to my younger years of red head remarks and what guys actually do say about us red heads haha. But as the story goes on, he easily makes you forget all responsibilities, and basic breathing techniques.
He’s giving dangerously devoted, emotionally unhinged in a sexy way, “I’ll pin you to the wall and then apologize softly” energy. A menace with a jawline and emotional depth, who swoons you. If you want a book that grabs your heart, soul, and will to function… Braden is the chaos you’ve been waiting for. Every scene he’s in just hits harder. Who doesn’t want a man who doesn’t just chase love—but fights for it!
And Poppy !! Poppy walked into Endless Pursuit and immediately owned the entire storyline. She’s chaos, softness, fire, heartbreak, and healing all rolled into one dangerously relatable woman.
Every time she opened her mouth, I was either laughing, crying, or whispering “queen behavior.” She’s strong even when she’s breaking, and stubborn in the most entertaining way. She’s the type of heroine who makes you want to grab her by the shoulders and tell her she deserves the world — and then help her steal it anyway.