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Body Count
The Game: the Billionaire and the Spiked Heel
This is a novella in Jolie Vines' Body Count world, famous for the Amazon #1 bestseller Arran's Obsession. Want to see a rich man brought to his knees by the woman he claims in the game? How about her temper bringing board room shenanigans before his staff can even flee the room?
149 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 1, 2026
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About the author
Jolie Vines
55 books2,980 followersJOLIE VINES is a romance novelist who lives in the South West of England with her husband and young son.
From an early age, Jolie lived in a fantasy world and is never happier than when plot dreaming. Jolie loves her heroes to be one-woman guys. Whether they are a huge Highlander, a touch starved earl, or a brooding pilot, they will adore their loved one until the end of time.
Her favourite pastime is wrecking emotions then making up for it by giving her characters deep and meaningful happy ever afters.
Want to contact Jolie? Drop her a line at jolie [at] jolievines.com, or find her in her Facebook Fall Hard reader group. She loves hearing from her readers.
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From an early age, Jolie lived in a fantasy world and is never happier than when plot dreaming. Jolie loves her heroes to be one-woman guys. Whether they are a huge Highlander, a touch starved earl, or a brooding pilot, they will adore their loved one until the end of time.
Her favourite pastime is wrecking emotions then making up for it by giving her characters deep and meaningful happy ever afters.
Want to contact Jolie? Drop her a line at jolie [at] jolievines.com, or find her in her Facebook Fall Hard reader group. She loves hearing from her readers.
Sign up to her newsletter to be the first to hear about new releases, giveaways, and promotions. https://www.jolievines.com/newsletter
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May 9, 2026
enemies to lovers but sped up because novella
April 2, 2026
Left me wanting more!
God, I can't even describe how much I love these books! I know she writes these novellas ad a way to give us stories between releases but I always wish they were longer and this one is no exception.
Ethan is all that is delicious. A man who knows exactly what he wants and has no problem using any and all his resources to get it. Who cares if it takes a little light stalking? Use of facial recognition software? Cool, no problem. BOLO for his girl? Yeah, that's ok too. 😂😂
Bonnie is thankfully no shrinking violet either. She's perfectly happy sticking up for others in times of need, even if she has trouble doing it for herself. I think Bonnie and Ethan both compliment each other as well as clash well, iykyk. 😏😏
Gah, the steam was top notch, enough leave you wanting more but not so much that there was no plot. A very nice balance between the 2 for a novella.
God, I can't even describe how much I love these books! I know she writes these novellas ad a way to give us stories between releases but I always wish they were longer and this one is no exception.
Ethan is all that is delicious. A man who knows exactly what he wants and has no problem using any and all his resources to get it. Who cares if it takes a little light stalking? Use of facial recognition software? Cool, no problem. BOLO for his girl? Yeah, that's ok too. 😂😂
Bonnie is thankfully no shrinking violet either. She's perfectly happy sticking up for others in times of need, even if she has trouble doing it for herself. I think Bonnie and Ethan both compliment each other as well as clash well, iykyk. 😏😏
Gah, the steam was top notch, enough leave you wanting more but not so much that there was no plot. A very nice balance between the 2 for a novella.
May 1, 2026
5⭐|3🌶|23%🌶frequency
I'm a sucker for this game. I definitely can't get enough of it.
In another life, I might be brave enough to participate myself, but because I'm not, I at least live it through Jolie's books 😎
Yes, it's unconventional. Chasing women to claim them, but "fu¢k !t" 😁
The chemistry between Elijah (god, I love this name) and Bonnie is 💥
It's insta-lu$t and insta-hate in ones, depending on who you ask 🤣
Jolie definitely went all in again 🤩
Not going to lie, but I could have read more of Elijah and Bonnie, but "The Game"s are just novellas. It is how it is 😎
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I'm a sucker for this game. I definitely can't get enough of it.
In another life, I might be brave enough to participate myself, but because I'm not, I at least live it through Jolie's books 😎
Yes, it's unconventional. Chasing women to claim them, but "fu¢k !t" 😁
The chemistry between Elijah (god, I love this name) and Bonnie is 💥
It's insta-lu$t and insta-hate in ones, depending on who you ask 🤣
Jolie definitely went all in again 🤩
Not going to lie, but I could have read more of Elijah and Bonnie, but "The Game"s are just novellas. It is how it is 😎
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April 3, 2026
I loved this so hard!!
It’s fast, spicy, sassy and packed with plot.
I was giggling, kicking feet and ready to throw punches. It was the right hit of dopamine I needed.
This is a novella and so is fast burning, the whole book covers 1 month and we go from strangers to HEA. Although the rules of the spicy game these two sign up for mean they are spending every minute together for that month. If you like spicy games of chase, very possessive MMCs and FMCs who aren’t afraid to speak their mind then this is for you.
It’s fast, spicy, sassy and packed with plot.
I was giggling, kicking feet and ready to throw punches. It was the right hit of dopamine I needed.
This is a novella and so is fast burning, the whole book covers 1 month and we go from strangers to HEA. Although the rules of the spicy game these two sign up for mean they are spending every minute together for that month. If you like spicy games of chase, very possessive MMCs and FMCs who aren’t afraid to speak their mind then this is for you.
April 5, 2026
This was a fun novella set in Jolie’s Deadwater universe. The Game is a primal play event where 20 men compete for 5 women. Elijah, the billionaire, claims Bonnie, the one with the spiked heels, and they set off for their 30 days together.
I liked that Bonnie actually heard Elijah out about how he wasn’t like what she had assumed and was not a rich guy who took advantage of people. Elijah being supportive of Bonnie’s business endeavors was great as well. The spicy times were definitely hot! I hope Jolie continues to write more of these novella’s featuring players of the game.
No third act breakup
4/5 on the Spicy Scale
M/F
Contemporary Romance
I liked that Bonnie actually heard Elijah out about how he wasn’t like what she had assumed and was not a rich guy who took advantage of people. Elijah being supportive of Bonnie’s business endeavors was great as well. The spicy times were definitely hot! I hope Jolie continues to write more of these novella’s featuring players of the game.
No third act breakup
4/5 on the Spicy Scale
M/F
Contemporary Romance
April 7, 2026
Loooooove
Oh man. I enjoyed this so much. I'm not surprised because I literally inhale everything Jolie Vines writes. but this was so sweet and short and so freaking hot. MC was the BEST book boyfriend!
Oh man. I enjoyed this so much. I'm not surprised because I literally inhale everything Jolie Vines writes. but this was so sweet and short and so freaking hot. MC was the BEST book boyfriend!
April 29, 2026
I always have a good time reading anything by Jolie Vines and this was no exception! Can't wait for Tyler's rule to come out next month!
April 1, 2026
Jolie always gives you a good time
Her second The Game novella gives us Bonnie and Elijah's game. Bonnie is cash strapped and working as a topless waitress for her friend to make ends meet and to try save money to achieve her dream of designing lingerie and stylish undies. Elijah is a billionaire who just happens to run into Bonnie one fateful night as she is leaving a party he was meant to attend. Half naked and fuming at the way the host treated the topless waitresses Bonnie flees without thinking about her lack of clothes. Elijah chases her wanting to offer help but is also completely taken by the half naked fiery girl, she evades him and escapes on a bus. He's not done chasing her, not by a long shot and when Bonnie enters the Skeleton Crew's monthly primal play game Elijah does everything he can to take part too. Winning her is just the start of his 30 day battle to try and keep her. This one was so much fun with genuine laugh out loud moments , Elijah was dreamy and Bonnie was a fun and feisty fmc. I really hope we get even more of these novellas
Her second The Game novella gives us Bonnie and Elijah's game. Bonnie is cash strapped and working as a topless waitress for her friend to make ends meet and to try save money to achieve her dream of designing lingerie and stylish undies. Elijah is a billionaire who just happens to run into Bonnie one fateful night as she is leaving a party he was meant to attend. Half naked and fuming at the way the host treated the topless waitresses Bonnie flees without thinking about her lack of clothes. Elijah chases her wanting to offer help but is also completely taken by the half naked fiery girl, she evades him and escapes on a bus. He's not done chasing her, not by a long shot and when Bonnie enters the Skeleton Crew's monthly primal play game Elijah does everything he can to take part too. Winning her is just the start of his 30 day battle to try and keep her. This one was so much fun with genuine laugh out loud moments , Elijah was dreamy and Bonnie was a fun and feisty fmc. I really hope we get even more of these novellas
April 8, 2026
❤️🔥 Super smexy quick read ❤️🔥
5⭐
3.5🌶️
A Note From The Author:
For all you who can’t get enough of the game, Honey, I know you’d run straight at the caged men, not away from them.
Okay Bonnie with her fiery temper is something else! She was quick to judge, quick to jump to the worst conclusions, and quick to assume. While I applaud the bold attitude and gumption, she really needed to calm down and use her brain more. I had a serious love/hate relationship with that one.
Now Elijah, that man is gold 🪙 he deserves a medal for handling that girl!!! He could do no wrong! Smart, billionaire, built his empire from the ground up, loving son and brother, protective of those he loves, and come on ladies and gents - he paid for his mother's home so she's not worried about money!!!
You could feel the hot, electric chemistry between these two from the very beginning. The smut was on point. The plot held me from start to finish in one sitting!!! I might add I finished this in a few hours. It was deliciously hot 🤤
5⭐
3.5🌶️
A Note From The Author:
For all you who can’t get enough of the game, Honey, I know you’d run straight at the caged men, not away from them.
Okay Bonnie with her fiery temper is something else! She was quick to judge, quick to jump to the worst conclusions, and quick to assume. While I applaud the bold attitude and gumption, she really needed to calm down and use her brain more. I had a serious love/hate relationship with that one.
Now Elijah, that man is gold 🪙 he deserves a medal for handling that girl!!! He could do no wrong! Smart, billionaire, built his empire from the ground up, loving son and brother, protective of those he loves, and come on ladies and gents - he paid for his mother's home so she's not worried about money!!!
You could feel the hot, electric chemistry between these two from the very beginning. The smut was on point. The plot held me from start to finish in one sitting!!! I might add I finished this in a few hours. It was deliciously hot 🤤
March 31, 2026
Great Read
Bonnie is down her luck. She's working hard to achieve her dreams. Elijah feels something is missing in his life. When their paths cross Elijah knows Bonnie is special. Bonnie isn't as big of a fan though. Elijah decides to pursue her anyway. Bonnie joins the Game to take some control of her life. When Elijah finds out he joins the Game with the intention of winning her heart, but Bonnie isn't making it easy for him. Will Elijah be able to convince her that he's for real? Will Bonnie let down her walls and give him a chance?
This was a great addition to the Body Count universe. I greatly enjoyed this story. It is always fun to learn more about the participants in the Game. The characters were well developed. You can feel and relate to their feelings. I also enjoyed the side plot that was woven into the story. Overall this was a great read.
Bonnie is down her luck. She's working hard to achieve her dreams. Elijah feels something is missing in his life. When their paths cross Elijah knows Bonnie is special. Bonnie isn't as big of a fan though. Elijah decides to pursue her anyway. Bonnie joins the Game to take some control of her life. When Elijah finds out he joins the Game with the intention of winning her heart, but Bonnie isn't making it easy for him. Will Elijah be able to convince her that he's for real? Will Bonnie let down her walls and give him a chance?
This was a great addition to the Body Count universe. I greatly enjoyed this story. It is always fun to learn more about the participants in the Game. The characters were well developed. You can feel and relate to their feelings. I also enjoyed the side plot that was woven into the story. Overall this was a great read.
May 5, 2026
Omg!!!! This book was amazing!!!!🔥
Had me from start to finish! 💥 Hard to put down? Oh yes!!!
Absolutely loved all the characters n story line very much! It was perfection!
One thing is obvious! It's written by an English author! She uses words you'd expect to hear from those born in England or read in a historical romance book! Lift.... Elevator! Knickers... Underwear! Boot.... Car trunk! I've read Arrans story etc n the skeleton crew ones!
This book was refreshing! Just a few words here n there like 'using the lift' as example! Wish the other books were written like this one! Wish it was much longer! Explore their time on the island for example! 😏 The sexy time was hot asf btw! 💥🔥💯 I'm very sad it's finished! I really can't say enough! 5✨ Enjoy!!!!
Had me from start to finish! 💥 Hard to put down? Oh yes!!!
Absolutely loved all the characters n story line very much! It was perfection!
One thing is obvious! It's written by an English author! She uses words you'd expect to hear from those born in England or read in a historical romance book! Lift.... Elevator! Knickers... Underwear! Boot.... Car trunk! I've read Arrans story etc n the skeleton crew ones!
This book was refreshing! Just a few words here n there like 'using the lift' as example! Wish the other books were written like this one! Wish it was much longer! Explore their time on the island for example! 😏 The sexy time was hot asf btw! 💥🔥💯 I'm very sad it's finished! I really can't say enough! 5✨ Enjoy!!!!
April 5, 2026
SOOOO SWEET!!!
The Game: the Billionaire & the Spike Heel by: Jolie Vines is a Hot & Spicy Novella that is based off the Body Count Series! I swear this has to be the absolutely sweetest happy ending ever. It has me all in my feelings. Elijah determined to spend his life with Bonnie, never relented, he broke through every wall she had up. Bonnie so guarded & such a spit fire didn't make it easy for him. As always Jolie brought the spice and Elijah & Bonnie definitely got the BEST happy ending! Another happy couple from the GAME.
The Game: the Billionaire & the Spike Heel by: Jolie Vines is a Hot & Spicy Novella that is based off the Body Count Series! I swear this has to be the absolutely sweetest happy ending ever. It has me all in my feelings. Elijah determined to spend his life with Bonnie, never relented, he broke through every wall she had up. Bonnie so guarded & such a spit fire didn't make it easy for him. As always Jolie brought the spice and Elijah & Bonnie definitely got the BEST happy ending! Another happy couple from the GAME.
April 3, 2026
Holy heaven!! This little one is fire!!
I am absolutely wanting to sign up for "the game"!!! Elijah is one of my favorite 😍 which is crazy because he's not Scottish!! But holy hotness is he amazing!! Bonnie does not disappoint as the female lead in this one! She has all the fire and strength of a Jolie Vines heroine!! Talk about big things coming in small packages!! This one definitely did!! Chefs kiss 😘 on this one Jolie
I am absolutely wanting to sign up for "the game"!!! Elijah is one of my favorite 😍 which is crazy because he's not Scottish!! But holy hotness is he amazing!! Bonnie does not disappoint as the female lead in this one! She has all the fire and strength of a Jolie Vines heroine!! Talk about big things coming in small packages!! This one definitely did!! Chefs kiss 😘 on this one Jolie
April 8, 2026
This was a short, entertaining story set in the Body Count world. Because of where it takes place, you'd expect it to be a dark romance, but honestly, it felt more dim than dark. Compared to the other books that revolve around the Game, this one definitely has an alpha male, like they do, but it's more romantic and less depraved. That being said, I still enjoyed the heck out of it. Just be prepared for gray instead of black.
April 12, 2026
Better than the full length books
I'm enjoying the little novellas more than I am. The books. Mostly because there is not as much repetition between them. You get a unique perspective for the most part of the couples. And there's no freaking knife play. That crap drives me bonkers. Hard pass.
But these books are fun little stories of the couples who went through the game before the books.
I'm enjoying the little novellas more than I am. The books. Mostly because there is not as much repetition between them. You get a unique perspective for the most part of the couples. And there's no freaking knife play. That crap drives me bonkers. Hard pass.
But these books are fun little stories of the couples who went through the game before the books.
April 1, 2026
He fell first and hard
One look was all it took for the billionaire to fall for the lingerie designer.
She didn’t want anything to do with him…she had it in her head how men with money behaved.
She got into the game for money to start her company … he for into the game for her.
Angst✅
Smexy🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🚨🚨🚨🚨
HEA❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
One look was all it took for the billionaire to fall for the lingerie designer.
She didn’t want anything to do with him…she had it in her head how men with money behaved.
She got into the game for money to start her company … he for into the game for her.
Angst✅
Smexy🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🚨🚨🚨🚨
HEA❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
April 2, 2026
🌶️ Spicy
Spicy, I absolutely love it! This short but sweet story had a great chemistry between the hero and heroine, which made it hard to put down. The chase aspect added to the excitement. The plot was simple and straightforward, with love at first glance. It’s not my first JV book, but she usually has something to recommend. Great work!
Thanks for the escape ❤️
Spicy, I absolutely love it! This short but sweet story had a great chemistry between the hero and heroine, which made it hard to put down. The chase aspect added to the excitement. The plot was simple and straightforward, with love at first glance. It’s not my first JV book, but she usually has something to recommend. Great work!
Thanks for the escape ❤️
April 2, 2026
fast paced and fun
The body count series was the beginning but I love getting to go back into the game with these fun and spicy novellas from Jolie. Each time the claimer is handsome and obsessed, the object of their desire, a firecracker. So much gets packed into such a short story and each time I need more of them.
The body count series was the beginning but I love getting to go back into the game with these fun and spicy novellas from Jolie. Each time the claimer is handsome and obsessed, the object of their desire, a firecracker. So much gets packed into such a short story and each time I need more of them.
April 2, 2026
Jolie Vines has done it again, I love these novellas. Small but perfectly formed, a storyline to keep you hooked and the spice is hot!
Bonnie and Elijah make a lovely couple, both are the kind of strong characters we're used to from JV. The takedown of the villain of the piece is glorious, I loved it.
Give us more from the game, please!
Bonnie and Elijah make a lovely couple, both are the kind of strong characters we're used to from JV. The takedown of the villain of the piece is glorious, I loved it.
Give us more from the game, please!
April 4, 2026
Absolute perfection
Jolie brings us back for another round, and boy is this one steamy! Cool billionaire mixes with a fiery business woman is one HOT combo. Seriously the chemistry these two give off is off the charts. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this and I can't wait for more of this game!
Jolie brings us back for another round, and boy is this one steamy! Cool billionaire mixes with a fiery business woman is one HOT combo. Seriously the chemistry these two give off is off the charts. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this and I can't wait for more of this game!
April 6, 2026
Spicey Body Count Novella Time
Such a fun spicy novella about another round of the game. Easily finished on my plane flight. Bonnie and Elijah are a very fun dichotomy in how they fall for one other.
Warning this one ia darker in its outside story than the other novella, but if you are familiar with Body Count and Dark Island Scots it is not unexpected.
Such a fun spicy novella about another round of the game. Easily finished on my plane flight. Bonnie and Elijah are a very fun dichotomy in how they fall for one other.
Warning this one ia darker in its outside story than the other novella, but if you are familiar with Body Count and Dark Island Scots it is not unexpected.
March 31, 2026
The chase is on
What's not to love about another game in the crew's basement? Bonnie was fierce and elijah was hooked from the start. It was another great novella in the world of the game. I so hope we get more.
What's not to love about another game in the crew's basement? Bonnie was fierce and elijah was hooked from the start. It was another great novella in the world of the game. I so hope we get more.
April 3, 2026
Love These Novellas!
I am loving these The Game novellas. They give us little snippets into the Body Count world, characters we already love, and tide us over until the next full novel releases. Strong women, protective men and a wonderful world created by author Jolie Vines.
I am loving these The Game novellas. They give us little snippets into the Body Count world, characters we already love, and tide us over until the next full novel releases. Strong women, protective men and a wonderful world created by author Jolie Vines.
April 4, 2026
a lot of story in a short read
Jolie Vines manages to develop dynamic main characters as well as endearing side characters while delivering a fulfilling story in her novellas. I look forward to more of these short reads in the future and hopefully, more from the other characters.
Jolie Vines manages to develop dynamic main characters as well as endearing side characters while delivering a fulfilling story in her novellas. I look forward to more of these short reads in the future and hopefully, more from the other characters.
April 4, 2026
Good
Elijah is a cute golden retriever who has the natural libido of a rabbit. It doesn't hurt that he is a billionaire. I am liking these novellas. I want to read about the woman who is claimed by two men.
Elijah is a cute golden retriever who has the natural libido of a rabbit. It doesn't hurt that he is a billionaire. I am liking these novellas. I want to read about the woman who is claimed by two men.
April 5, 2026
Loved it!
Ok honestly I knew I'd love it but knowing and then finding out I really do, was kind of awesome. If you like quick novellas where he KNOWS she is the person for him from first sight and first fight, and where chasing is foreplay, this is the book for you!
Ok honestly I knew I'd love it but knowing and then finding out I really do, was kind of awesome. If you like quick novellas where he KNOWS she is the person for him from first sight and first fight, and where chasing is foreplay, this is the book for you!
April 5, 2026
Loved it!
I will read anything by Jolie Vines. I adored this novella, the characters are perfect for each other, the storyline was good and the heat was hot! Can’t wait for the next one
I will read anything by Jolie Vines. I adored this novella, the characters are perfect for each other, the storyline was good and the heat was hot! Can’t wait for the next one
April 6, 2026
The Billionaire and the Spike Heel
Once again Jo Vines delivers another Body Count novella that is remarkably great. Everything she writes is gold. Definitely recommend everyone read the entire series.
Once again Jo Vines delivers another Body Count novella that is remarkably great. Everything she writes is gold. Definitely recommend everyone read the entire series.
April 25, 2026
Body Count...
The Game: the Billionaire and the Spike heel. This book is HOT, HOT, HAWT!! No spoilers from me. You will laugh, cry and wanna punch the icky creepy bad guys in the face. You will also fan yourself from the steamy chemistry alone. Read on people read on!
The Game: the Billionaire and the Spike heel. This book is HOT, HOT, HAWT!! No spoilers from me. You will laugh, cry and wanna punch the icky creepy bad guys in the face. You will also fan yourself from the steamy chemistry alone. Read on people read on!
May 6, 2026
This was a quick, fun, spicy read for fans of the Body Count world. As always, there's an intriguing story to accompany the spice. Both MCs were fiery and passionate and their chemistry was through the roof 🥵
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Spice 🌶🌶🌶🌶
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