Falling for the Grumpy Inked Bad Boy

Redstone Bad Boys #3

by Ivy Starck, Virtual Voice (Narrator)

Pretending to be his girlfriend? Easy. Falling for him? Not part of the plan.

Micah is my best friend’s older brother—a grumpy, tattooed bad boy with a body built for sin, a scowl that could cut steel, and eyes that stare into my soul. He’s the man I love to hate…and the one I can’t stop wanting.

From the moment we met, we’ve been butting heads. He thinks I’m too much; I think he’s infuriating. When my obsessive ex won’t back off, Micah offers a fake date him to keep him away.

It’s supposed to be for show, but there’s nothing fake about the fire between us; the way Micah’s rough hands make me shiver, his fiercely protective heart, or the way he adores his little girl like she’s his whole world—

But one impulsive, scorching night in his arms changes everything.

The walls around my heart start to crumble as I fall for the one man I swore to resist.

As my ex becomes more dangerous than ever, Micah is the only one I can turn to.

And now, I’m pregnant with his baby.

"Falling for the Grumpy Inked BAD BOY" is a smoldering, edgy romance filled with fiery passion and gripping tension. Immerse yourself in the electrifying, pulse-racing love story of Julianna and Micah, where desire and danger intertwine, culminating in a steamy and satisfying happily-ever-after. With no cliffhangers, this story will captivate you until the very last page. (This is the third book in the 'Redstone BAD BOYS' series collection, but can be enjoyed as a standalone.)

4 pages, Audible Audio

Published June 4, 2025

About the author

Ivy Starck is an author of dark and steamy contemporary romance novels. She loves to write about sexy, rough around the edges bad boys and the women that love them. Her books are filled with a whole lot of intrigue, exciting plot lines, spicy scenes and suspenseful stories that will keep you reading until late into the night.

Ivy lives on the beautiful west coast of Canada with her husband, son and Boston Terrier. When she’s not plotting her next steamy love story, she enjoys spending time walking the lush green forest trails for a good dose of forest therapy with her fur baby in tow.

Reviews

[Cheyenne Gibson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read an ARC copy. This book was so good!! I love the banter and relationship Micah and Julianna have. It's very organic and not forced. I really get a sense of their bond for their family, and the whole story engrossing. I flew through this book, and now want to go back and read the rest of the series.

[Jacqueline · Rating 4 out of 5]

Julianna has had a crush on her BFF's older brother since they moved to town when she was 16. Micah has always seen her as the bratty friend of his little sister. When an ex starts threatening her, he agrees to a fake dating arrangement. This is a bit of an enemies to lovers, age gap romance that has a sweet little girl and a father and found family that dotes on her. This is a sweet, easy read with loads of steam and aside from a little danger at the end, not very dark.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Merry Jelks-Emmanuel · Rating 5 out of 5]

They were enemies at first sight, and he happens to be her best friend's brother. When her obsessive ex wouldn't step away Micah steps in as her fake date to drive him away, but it looks like that isn't working and when one night turns far too intimate Micah and Julianna's relationship changes. Will it lead them along a different path with a happily ever after in store.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Micah and Julianna. They butt heads at every turn. They are fake dating to steer her obssessive ex away from her. She wasnt suppose to fall for her fake boyfriend which is her best friends brother. Also theres something about a single father and the way hes around his daughter that melts her heart. Theirs is a complex and heartfelt journey,.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Nancy Hatfield · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! What A Story!

I thoroughly enjoyed Micah and Julianna’s story. This is such a wonderful story of two people who have known each other for a long time but they rubbed each other the wrong way. Things changed and their feelings changed towards each other. Micah’s heart had begun to heal from the death of his wife and Julianna’s heart was healing as well. I love this Bad Boy series!

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Micah is one bad boy that you will be drooling over while you read this HOT romance book by Ivy. When Julianna has a problem with her ex-Hudson, I was happy to see Micah (MJ) come to her rescue but get ready because things are about to become wet and wild in a bunch of different ways. Goodness gracious this book is a really hot read.

[Patricia Lord · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a brothers best friend/ enemy story. Julianna and Micah didn’t;t really get along or like each other till she had a problem with an ex. Micah stepped up to help and love bloomed. This was a well written story

[Tanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

Really loved this book it was so intriguing loved it from the first paragraph. Would definitely recommend to anybody wanting to read an angsty Romance. Can't wait to read more

[Michelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quick read.

[Marilyn Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good romance

This was a good romance story with good interaction with the main characters. Loved the connection between Julie and micah. A well written story line.

[Trina Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh WOW 😮 this was a steamy page tuner and the suspense was intense. I was on the edge of my seat and I couldn’t even put it down. It was addicted. Micah and Julianna romance was captivating as they had share a bond between their families. The chemistry between them was sexual tension and the physical attraction was totally intense. They couldn’t fight the temptation any longer as the temperature was rising hotter and hotter then ever.
I definitely recommend this book and you won’t be disappointed. I received advance copy of this book via Bookfunnel and am voluntarily leaving my honest opinion. Trina Jones