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Hearts Consent #3
Impending Consent
Sailor Addison wants one of the only men who refuses to end up in her bed.
Rival Hassan is determined to convince Sailor that what she wants extends beyond a one night stand.
One night. Too much to drink and Sailor Addison finds herself married to a man she only meant to seduce.
As an attorney with an undefeated record, Sailor knows how to talk her way in and out of any situation, except this. VirtualLoveLast.com has issued a legally binding marriage certificate and Sailor has crafted an airtight prenup. She has a husband who has no interest in letting her go. Rival Hassan isn’t just tall, quiet, and annoyingly irresistible, he’s convinced their drunken “I do” is exactly what he and Sailor need.
She wants out. He wants in.
Let the legal love games begin.
Rival Hassan is determined to convince Sailor that what she wants extends beyond a one night stand.
One night. Too much to drink and Sailor Addison finds herself married to a man she only meant to seduce.
As an attorney with an undefeated record, Sailor knows how to talk her way in and out of any situation, except this. VirtualLoveLast.com has issued a legally binding marriage certificate and Sailor has crafted an airtight prenup. She has a husband who has no interest in letting her go. Rival Hassan isn’t just tall, quiet, and annoyingly irresistible, he’s convinced their drunken “I do” is exactly what he and Sailor need.
She wants out. He wants in.
Let the legal love games begin.
300 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 3, 2025
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K.C. Mills
202 books1,756 followersK.C. Mills is a USA Today bestselling author of over 100 traditionally and independently published novels, including Innocent Intent, Christmas in Spite of You, and You Could Do Damage. Since publishing her first novel in 2015 Mills has solidified her literary career by writing beautifully flawed characters and realistic, edgy stories displaying love in all shades of brown. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia and can be found online at theauthorkcmills.com.
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April 10, 2025
“When things got hard with her, I walked away. I didn’t even consider fighting because I knew she wasn’t what I wanted but with you I'm going to f*cking fight. I'm always going to show up and I’m always going to choose you. Every f*cking time, even when you're pushing me away." That’s a good man Sailor. 🥹🥹🥹🥹
Sailor woke up to find herself married with no recollection of sayin’ “I do” to the man who just cracked her back. When memories of her quickie wedding start to resurface, she does what she does best. Run. 🏃🏾♀️💨💨💨 Unfortunately for Sailor, her new husband is taking his vows seriously and not letting her walk away without a fight.
Rival was givin’, “All my life I had to fight” cause, Sailor made him put in that work. He’s known she was the one from the minute she hired him as her contractor. He just has to show her how good they are together. Sailor gives Rival the opening he needs when she drunkenly propositions him to marry her and he readily accepts. Now, the real work begins. Rival has to convince his skittish bride being married to him is the best decision she’s ever made.
I’m so happy K.C. finally gave us Sailor’s story but, I have to say, the reasoning behind her and Rival’s marriage was a little far fetch. The Sailor we were introduced to in the first two books would’ve never gotten herself caught up like that and she damn sure wouldn’t have drawn up a prenup that said…….. you gotta read the book to find out. 😏😏😏😏 Outside of that, I absolutely adored Sailor and Rival as a couple. That man was patient, persistent, and intentional. He knew exactly who he married so, he made sure to put action behind his words and show up every f*ckin’ time. 🥰🥰🥰🥰
Sailor woke up to find herself married with no recollection of sayin’ “I do” to the man who just cracked her back. When memories of her quickie wedding start to resurface, she does what she does best. Run. 🏃🏾♀️💨💨💨 Unfortunately for Sailor, her new husband is taking his vows seriously and not letting her walk away without a fight.
Rival was givin’, “All my life I had to fight” cause, Sailor made him put in that work. He’s known she was the one from the minute she hired him as her contractor. He just has to show her how good they are together. Sailor gives Rival the opening he needs when she drunkenly propositions him to marry her and he readily accepts. Now, the real work begins. Rival has to convince his skittish bride being married to him is the best decision she’s ever made.
I’m so happy K.C. finally gave us Sailor’s story but, I have to say, the reasoning behind her and Rival’s marriage was a little far fetch. The Sailor we were introduced to in the first two books would’ve never gotten herself caught up like that and she damn sure wouldn’t have drawn up a prenup that said…….. you gotta read the book to find out. 😏😏😏😏 Outside of that, I absolutely adored Sailor and Rival as a couple. That man was patient, persistent, and intentional. He knew exactly who he married so, he made sure to put action behind his words and show up every f*ckin’ time. 🥰🥰🥰🥰
April 4, 2025
This story really jumps right in and hooks you from the first chapter because.. did she really do that? No preview of the tools? No test drive?
Sailor and Rival’s love story reads like their spirits were communicating what words couldn’t. An independent woman not used to hearing no and uninterested in commitment but Rival Hassan was born with my wife energy.
Rival was patient - determined to give Sail every ounce of happiness she was too scared to take for herself. He had so many little moments of just showing up from his texts to popping up on her daddy, and he read her like a book when she tried to run.
It was so easy to love Rival my girl didn’t stand a chance!
Sailor and Rival’s love story reads like their spirits were communicating what words couldn’t. An independent woman not used to hearing no and uninterested in commitment but Rival Hassan was born with my wife energy.
Rival was patient - determined to give Sail every ounce of happiness she was too scared to take for herself. He had so many little moments of just showing up from his texts to popping up on her daddy, and he read her like a book when she tried to run.
It was so easy to love Rival my girl didn’t stand a chance!
June 1, 2025
3.5 ⭐️
I was wondering if Sailor was going to her happily ever after! I did not think it would start so messy though lol. This book showcased how Sailor did a lot for her family and chose to remain strong through her sibling's struggles. Now, that wasn’t asked of her, but we see why she came off strong in the past two books. Rival definitely came in and shook her life up from day 1 and saw something in Sailor that she didn’t. He was not coming up off our girl and was a bit delulu lol but it worked. I wish Rival's past had been fleshed out a little more, but I was still satisfied overall with the resolve. Can’t wait to see what’s KC Mills has coming next as this was a good addition and conclusion to the Hearts Consent Series!
I was wondering if Sailor was going to her happily ever after! I did not think it would start so messy though lol. This book showcased how Sailor did a lot for her family and chose to remain strong through her sibling's struggles. Now, that wasn’t asked of her, but we see why she came off strong in the past two books. Rival definitely came in and shook her life up from day 1 and saw something in Sailor that she didn’t. He was not coming up off our girl and was a bit delulu lol but it worked. I wish Rival's past had been fleshed out a little more, but I was still satisfied overall with the resolve. Can’t wait to see what’s KC Mills has coming next as this was a good addition and conclusion to the Hearts Consent Series!
April 9, 2025
I expected so much more from this book. It feels like Sailor isn’t written like the same character I’ve come to know from the previous books. The Sailor I’m familiar with wouldn’t make the decision to marry someone like that. And not Sailor doing all of this for some dick??? I was genuinely flabbergasted. Baby I couldn’t believe it. While I usually enjoy the fake marriage trope, I cringed at some of the details revealed in this story. I just couldn’t believe my girl Sailor was going out sad like this LOL! Not Ms Not Losing A Case Lawyer Sailor. Say it ain’t so!!! The book feels as if it started in what should have been the middle of the story. It would have been more complete if we had seen Sailor and Rival's initial meeting, him working in her house, and the bond they formed as friends. We didn’t even get to see her propositioning him, which left me wondering why he was so adamant about staying married to her. What led to that decision? I think this backstory should’ve been added. Additionally, the one year of their marriage was a significant part of the narrative, yet we didn’t see what happened after that year. There are some cute moments in the book, but overall, I felt those moments weren’t enough to leave a lasting impact. I’m giving it three stars for its emotional vulnerability and for the fact that Rival was dedicated to his wife from the beginning. There was so much potential for this book to be better.
April 15, 2025
Sweet love!
I've been waiting on Sailor's story for a while now, and this didn't disappoint. She was definitely a mess, but I'm so glad Rival saw beneath that surface-level veneer she often portrayed because beneath that was a scared woman who really did want to be loved, and Rival showed her he could be home for her if she just let him.
I've been waiting on Sailor's story for a while now, and this didn't disappoint. She was definitely a mess, but I'm so glad Rival saw beneath that surface-level veneer she often portrayed because beneath that was a scared woman who really did want to be loved, and Rival showed her he could be home for her if she just let him.
April 6, 2025
we all fight love when we arent accused to being showing love...felt this book with all my heart.
April 7, 2025
Just wow! The story was so stinking good....
April 28, 2025
I love seeing Sailor thrive and win!
June 16, 2025
loved
Like always she never disappoints! I loved how he stood. 10 toes down for her against her father. He was not playing he wanted his year.
Like always she never disappoints! I loved how he stood. 10 toes down for her against her father. He was not playing he wanted his year.
July 23, 2025
Sailor and Rival
Now. Before we start let’s be reminded that I LOVE A MARRIAGE OF CONVENIENCE! This one was unique though! Imagine being a lawyer and writing yourself into it and not leaving a loophole to get out. Sailor was too smart for her own good! Rival said he was bout that life. I love that he SAW her and could tell what she needed well before she was able to admit it to herself. Once Sailor got out of her own way, she was able to let Rival love her the way she deserves to be loved. And I looooove the way he loved her. New book bae alert!!!!
Now Torrance Addison Sr? That joker is something else. I do like that he started to understand himself more over the course of the series. But Rival let him know he was with it and was ready to go blow for blow.
Now. Before we start let’s be reminded that I LOVE A MARRIAGE OF CONVENIENCE! This one was unique though! Imagine being a lawyer and writing yourself into it and not leaving a loophole to get out. Sailor was too smart for her own good! Rival said he was bout that life. I love that he SAW her and could tell what she needed well before she was able to admit it to herself. Once Sailor got out of her own way, she was able to let Rival love her the way she deserves to be loved. And I looooove the way he loved her. New book bae alert!!!!
Now Torrance Addison Sr? That joker is something else. I do like that he started to understand himself more over the course of the series. But Rival let him know he was with it and was ready to go blow for blow.
August 12, 2025
Favorite out the 3
4.5 The trope was "accidental marriage" and I listened to the audiobook. The narrators were good.
I loved Rival's BDE and alpha attitude. He saw something in Sailor and wouldn't let her shake him. I liked that her subconscious and inebriation forced her to do what she really wanted. Her purposely trapping herself was crazy! Recommend when wanting a cute drama free contemporary romance.
4.5 The trope was "accidental marriage" and I listened to the audiobook. The narrators were good.
I loved Rival's BDE and alpha attitude. He saw something in Sailor and wouldn't let her shake him. I liked that her subconscious and inebriation forced her to do what she really wanted. Her purposely trapping herself was crazy! Recommend when wanting a cute drama free contemporary romance.
April 17, 2025
Impending Consent
Sailor met her match with Rival. I'm so happy she didn't let her father come in between her marriage 💕💕
Sailor met her match with Rival. I'm so happy she didn't let her father come in between her marriage 💕💕
September 17, 2025
Enjoyed the story. Very sexy. Dude is oddly committed but I like it lol.
February 23, 2026
4.50 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
I really enjoyed the close proximity tension in Sailor and Rival’s relationship. Sailor is the kind of woman who takes on more than she should, and I loved that about her. She’s also the smartest person in the room, sometimes to her own disadvantage. On the surface, Sailor seems to have everything, but we quickly see she’s carrying deep family trauma. One thing I related to was how she gives others power over her and looks for their validation, feeling pressure to live up to their expectations.
Rival loves deeply, and I appreciated how steady and grounded he was. He expects Sailor to follow through on the things she “says she wants.” I put that in quotes because there’s a moment in the book that really makes you question that statement.
This was a quick read, and I finished it in one day.
I really enjoyed the close proximity tension in Sailor and Rival’s relationship. Sailor is the kind of woman who takes on more than she should, and I loved that about her. She’s also the smartest person in the room, sometimes to her own disadvantage. On the surface, Sailor seems to have everything, but we quickly see she’s carrying deep family trauma. One thing I related to was how she gives others power over her and looks for their validation, feeling pressure to live up to their expectations.
Rival loves deeply, and I appreciated how steady and grounded he was. He expects Sailor to follow through on the things she “says she wants.” I put that in quotes because there’s a moment in the book that really makes you question that statement.
This was a quick read, and I finished it in one day.
February 3, 2026
5 ⭐️
Sailor’s story was better than her siblings!
She is a successful criminal defense attorney who takes no nonsense or relationships. But on a drunken “whim”, she ends up marrying her carpenter she hired to complete a project in her apartment. Rival was the epitome of a man of his word and took being a husband as his life’s mission. When I say he showed up, he showed up! He gave Sailor grace and patience but made it known that he would always be there for her. To see their relationship ship blossom over time was sweet and spicy lol. Loved this one!
Sailor’s story was better than her siblings!
She is a successful criminal defense attorney who takes no nonsense or relationships. But on a drunken “whim”, she ends up marrying her carpenter she hired to complete a project in her apartment. Rival was the epitome of a man of his word and took being a husband as his life’s mission. When I say he showed up, he showed up! He gave Sailor grace and patience but made it known that he would always be there for her. To see their relationship ship blossom over time was sweet and spicy lol. Loved this one!
January 25, 2026
I'm glad K.C. finally shared Sailor's story, but the reason for her and Rival's marriage felt a bit far-fetched. Sailor doesn't seem like the same character we were introduced to before. The Sailor I know wouldn't tie the knot with someone like that, especially not for such a trivial reason. I was really taken aback. I usually love the fake marriage trope, but some details in this story made me cringe. I had higher hopes for this book.
November 25, 2025
Ok. So far, I've enjoyed this book the most. Sailor is a mess and has finally met her match. Just because you have money, doesn't mean you get whatever you want. I applaud Rival for being the man she needed.
November 22, 2025
3.75
A more mature read than the previous two.
more emotions.
A more mature read than the previous two.
more emotions.
December 2, 2025
The whole series was so good. Each sibling with their own quirks but all mature enough to recognize love when they saw it. Good for Sailor for letting someone sincerely love her.
January 29, 2026
Impending Consent
This was a great read, I wasn't sure they they were going to make it the entire year but I think the talk with Rivel's mother sealed the deal.
This was a great read, I wasn't sure they they were going to make it the entire year but I think the talk with Rivel's mother sealed the deal.
February 4, 2026
I loved this book. If you read the first two in the series, it makes what happens in this book even funnier. Sailor met her match!😂
September 30, 2025
Unexpected
This was actually the most interesting story out of the three siblings. I was not expecting Sail to have to be forced to take accountability for her act. Glad that Rival wasn’t having any of her foolishness. They worked really well together and this was the perfect ending to this family saga.
This was actually the most interesting story out of the three siblings. I was not expecting Sail to have to be forced to take accountability for her act. Glad that Rival wasn’t having any of her foolishness. They worked really well together and this was the perfect ending to this family saga.
April 21, 2025
Just OK
It's fiction. That is what I kept telling myself because the basis of this book was just silly.
I read the other books in the series a while ago so admittedly I didn't really remember the siblings trails and tribulations, but learning about Sailor it just felt like she was reckless and spoiled for the sake of being reckless and spoiled especially when she bullied her way into a "contract" with Rival because she wanted to get her way by any means necessary. Rival was also kinda cringe to me by how determined he was to love her and make her love him back.
Overall, although this book wasn't super long, it took me almost a week to read it because it didn't hold my interest, so I kept putting it down. Sailor and Rival separately were OK as characters, but their love story didn't move me one bit. The epilouge wrapped it all with a bow, and a HEA did come, but even that didn't make me change my opinion about the totality of the book.
It's fiction. That is what I kept telling myself because the basis of this book was just silly.
I read the other books in the series a while ago so admittedly I didn't really remember the siblings trails and tribulations, but learning about Sailor it just felt like she was reckless and spoiled for the sake of being reckless and spoiled especially when she bullied her way into a "contract" with Rival because she wanted to get her way by any means necessary. Rival was also kinda cringe to me by how determined he was to love her and make her love him back.
Overall, although this book wasn't super long, it took me almost a week to read it because it didn't hold my interest, so I kept putting it down. Sailor and Rival separately were OK as characters, but their love story didn't move me one bit. The epilouge wrapped it all with a bow, and a HEA did come, but even that didn't make me change my opinion about the totality of the book.
April 5, 2025
This was a different spin on the fake marriage/forced proximity trope and I didn’t hate it. One thing is for sure, Rival knew what he wanted from Day 1 & didn’t let up lol. Also he loves the way “my wife” tasted on his lips because he didn’t hesitate to let folks know “YOU SEE HER, THATS ME”. Sailor was a little infuriating at times, but the author made it plain early on to give her some grace as she navigated learning to love and be loved & discovering how to give up control. This was a quick and fluffy-ish read that encourages you to trust & be vulnerable, because things could look better than you imagined. Even though we emotionally saw when the relationship shifted, I do wish that we saw how they addressed the legal “expiration” of their arrangement when the time came since that was such a foundational part of their story.
April 26, 2025
The stance/approach this book took on sexuality/sexual expression was BOLD but I loooooveed!!!!! In 2025 we rarely view sexual habits through the lens of coping or a way to guard ourselves from having real feelings. And the his book did just that!
I loved the way Sailor evolved from this woman who thought sex was her superpower & shield against vulnerability and pain to a woman who realized that love and vulnerability with ONE person you can trust is the real super power. And Shoutout to Rival for being her shield until she figured that out.
I just loved this book’s take on love and relationships. For all the girlies that are trying to navigate trust and vulnerability we see you!
Side note: I do agree that the start of their relationship was a little nonsensical and far fetched but once you get passed that and into Sailor’s evolution the story is worth reading.
I loved the way Sailor evolved from this woman who thought sex was her superpower & shield against vulnerability and pain to a woman who realized that love and vulnerability with ONE person you can trust is the real super power. And Shoutout to Rival for being her shield until she figured that out.
I just loved this book’s take on love and relationships. For all the girlies that are trying to navigate trust and vulnerability we see you!
Side note: I do agree that the start of their relationship was a little nonsensical and far fetched but once you get passed that and into Sailor’s evolution the story is worth reading.
June 26, 2025
Love Unorthodox!!
Rival told Sailor that he was celibate. So they had a discussion whether she manipulated him into marriage or not. She played herself for sex. Her brother and sister thought she was crazy, but they decided Rival was good for her. Rival wasn't letting her go. His mama put marriage into prospective for her. She has started to see the marriage is real and not temporary. Her daddy tried to make it seem like Rival was after her money. Rival went over to the house so he could have a man to man conversation with her daddy. He explained the situation and it was cool. They made it through the first year and they had a baby, her sister had a baby and her sister in law. Everything was right in their world.
Rival told Sailor that he was celibate. So they had a discussion whether she manipulated him into marriage or not. She played herself for sex. Her brother and sister thought she was crazy, but they decided Rival was good for her. Rival wasn't letting her go. His mama put marriage into prospective for her. She has started to see the marriage is real and not temporary. Her daddy tried to make it seem like Rival was after her money. Rival went over to the house so he could have a man to man conversation with her daddy. He explained the situation and it was cool. They made it through the first year and they had a baby, her sister had a baby and her sister in law. Everything was right in their world.
August 12, 2025
At first when I started this book which is the last of the series, I didn’t know what to expect. It started with the wild child being married. It threw me off but once I started getting into it, it was exactly something Salior Addison would do. Very impulsive, spoiled and would do anything to get what she wanted.
The connection between her and Rival was interesting. It was Definitely unconventional but I loved how he held her accountable for her actions. I loved how he showed what love and commitment looks like through his actions.
I Love the family connection between the Addison’s and how they spoke their minds. How supportive they were of each other even when they made mistakes.
This is an amazing love story. I really enjoyed this series.
The connection between her and Rival was interesting. It was Definitely unconventional but I loved how he held her accountable for her actions. I loved how he showed what love and commitment looks like through his actions.
I Love the family connection between the Addison’s and how they spoke their minds. How supportive they were of each other even when they made mistakes.
This is an amazing love story. I really enjoyed this series.
April 12, 2025
A bit too much family content to explain the heroine's attitude. I would have dumped all their sorry asses & moved 1000 miles away.
Because who in this era even cares what their parents or siblings think when we make decisions about our lives especially when when we are financially independent & not living in Mom's basement?
The 3rd act mandatory misunderstanding had me groaning. In fact I expected instead a time jump or maybe even a mutually chosen separation after the 1 year contract, to gauge their bond.
The too perfect ending with a 360° just stretched my suspension of disbelief. Never met anyone in real life doing that so here we are.
Because who in this era even cares what their parents or siblings think when we make decisions about our lives especially when when we are financially independent & not living in Mom's basement?
The 3rd act mandatory misunderstanding had me groaning. In fact I expected instead a time jump or maybe even a mutually chosen separation after the 1 year contract, to gauge their bond.
The too perfect ending with a 360° just stretched my suspension of disbelief. Never met anyone in real life doing that so here we are.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 6, 2025
Truly Seen
This was a beautiful story about patience, persistence, trust, and love. Sailor and Rival had a very unconventional beginning, but their connection was solid. Rival saw who Sailor was with and without the armor she displayed to the world. He knew she was special and bet his heart on her. Their interactions with family and friends really helped to move the story along. The vulnerability and passion between them were soul stirring. This couple found peace, comfort, and joy. Love was so worth the effort!
This was a beautiful story about patience, persistence, trust, and love. Sailor and Rival had a very unconventional beginning, but their connection was solid. Rival saw who Sailor was with and without the armor she displayed to the world. He knew she was special and bet his heart on her. Their interactions with family and friends really helped to move the story along. The vulnerability and passion between them were soul stirring. This couple found peace, comfort, and joy. Love was so worth the effort!
April 14, 2025
Loved it
Beautifully written love story! Sailor was strong independent woman,but Rival saw right through her and went after what he wanted! I loved the family dynamics and friendships! Rival was strong, independent, attentive and strive d to be all he could be for Sailor, she was fighting at every turn until she couldn't any longer! Rival standing up to sailor dad was pivotal moment, but I think the talk Sailor assign Rival's mom was nurturing and reassured Sailor in every aspect imaginqeable! I loves the epilogue and hope to see more of Rival and Sailor!
Beautifully written love story! Sailor was strong independent woman,but Rival saw right through her and went after what he wanted! I loved the family dynamics and friendships! Rival was strong, independent, attentive and strive d to be all he could be for Sailor, she was fighting at every turn until she couldn't any longer! Rival standing up to sailor dad was pivotal moment, but I think the talk Sailor assign Rival's mom was nurturing and reassured Sailor in every aspect imaginqeable! I loves the epilogue and hope to see more of Rival and Sailor!
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