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The SPECIAL EDITION is here! New cover, new spicy bonus chapter and delicious artwork!

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Bianca Rossi is the best of the best - and she knows it. As a top tier Formula One racing driver and three-time World Driver's Championship winner, the fiery Italian is used to getting what she wants, whenever she wants it but all of that is about to change.

When the team principal for McLaren Racing is charged with embezzlement and fraud mid-season, everyone is left in limbo and fearful of what will become of the team's success. That is until the handsome, brilliant and unyielding Kristian Wright is hired to take his place.

With Kristian at the helm, the McLaren team are back on track and Bianca has well and truly met her match. Tempers flare and a powerful attraction develops, forcing Wright to think on his feet to keep passionate and bad tempered Rossi under control.

When Kristian locks horns with Bianca, who will come out on top? Will their constant clashing set them on the path to passion and victory, or will they bring the whole competition crashing down around them?

213 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 22, 2025

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K.L. Thorne

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UK-born romance writer, filth aficionado and fantasy fanatic. Self-published author of the Hestaesia series.

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Profile Image for Amber.
1,035 reviews44 followers
August 19, 2025
Pole Position is an action packed spicy novella about formula one racing. Bianca is a feisty and independent race car driver at the top of the league. She fights hard to prove herself. Kristian is the new team principal. The sparks fly between them but he tries to keep it professional but those walls eventually come down. The banter and chemistry was fun. The story also tackled some bigger topics, like what female athletes have to endure as opposed to male athletes.
Profile Image for Amber.
1,035 reviews44 followers
March 17, 2025
Pole Position is an action packed spicy novella about formula one racing. Bianca is a feisty and independent race car driver at the top of the league. She fights hard to prove herself. Kristian is the new team principal. The sparks fly between them but he tries to keep it professional but those walls eventually come down. The banter and chemistry was fun. The story also tackled some bigger topics, like what female athletes have to endure as opposed to male athletes.
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698 reviews31 followers
April 12, 2025
Whyyyyyy are there not more spicy books about race car women???? This book was absolutely fantastic!

Kristian is the new manager of a racing team and is doing a great job until he falls for one of his drivers, Bianca. He falls for her and even stands up for her when others treat her less.

I absolutely loved the writing and the badass female characters. I can’t wait to read what KL writes next. Definitely a one click author for me!!!
Profile Image for Dawn Litwiller.
389 reviews11 followers
August 12, 2025
Love this faced paced, spicy, fun read about a female F1 driver and the new team manager that can’t help but fall for each other.

Bianca is no wilting flower - far from it. She has to be a strong woman to take on the judgement from others who don’t think she should be where she’s at. Kristian has no problem butting heads with her when needed and stepping up to shut down those who want to disrespect and cut down Bianca.

They are delicious together and the grumpy cinnamon roll man is right up my alley!!

Fast, easy read that is a joy to read and makes you wanting more - I know I do!
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874 reviews11 followers
July 27, 2025
This was a part of a series but it is still a standalone. Bianca was a race car driver and she loved it. Her teammate Sophia and her run a few races. The whole team was called into the office to say they were getting a new team principal to replace Harold. Harold got into some trouble. The new team principal was Kristian. He was doing a great job. Bianca was a tough nut to crack but she eventually opened up to Kristian. She loved getting a rise out of him. Great book.
1,071 reviews21 followers
March 11, 2025
Bianca Rossi is truly on top of her game, best of the best, no one's better than her, and she knows it. She is the number one top-tier Formula One racing driver, a three-time World Driver's Championship winner, and Bianca. The Italian firebrand is used to getting everything she wants no matter the cost. That's all about to change, though.

Everything unravels for Bianca when McLaren Racing's team principal is charged with fraud and embezzlement mid-season. Suddenly, everyone is left in limbo, fear creeping up their backs with what will become of all their team's success. That's when stunningly handsome, brilliant yet unyielding Kristian Wright is hired as the new team principal.

Suddenly, things start to turn around for team McLaren with Kristian in the leadership position, and they find themselves back on track. Bianca, on the other hand, finds that she has met her match. Not only do tempers start to flare but Kristian and Bianca find that an attraction between them starts to soon develop and this forces Wright to use his quick wits and intellect to keep the passionate and yet ill tempered Bianca under control and under his thumb.

When Kristian and Bianca lock horns, who will come out the winner? Is their clashing going to set them on the path to passion and victory, or is it going to set their team and entire competition on fire?

Pole Position by K.L. Thorne is the 13th book in her Sexy As Sin series. It is captivating, exhilarating, and romantic that combines what you would expect in a high-octane Formula 1 racer with a scorching age-gap, boss-employee love story.

In Pole Position, you will watch as talented female F1 driver Bianca Rossi, an Italian who is as fiery and determined as she formidable go head to head with her new team principal Kristian Wright.

K.L. Thorne has crafted an accessible and thrilling narrative that will immerse you in this adrenaline-fueled empire of motor sports, allowing everyone, even those who know nothing about F1 and the intricacies of the sport. The adrenaline filled pages and fast-paced plot will keep you the reader on the edge of your seat. Especially as Bianca balances the intricacies of being a woman in a male-dominated sport while at the same time exploring her feelings to her older, demanding, authoritative boss.
This novel perfectly captures all the excitement and intensity of F1 racing, explains the technical terminology such as Drag Reduction System (DRS) allowing for an enhanced reading experience, especially for those new to the sport.

As with all the other K.L. Thorne books I've read in the past, Pole Position is well written and engaging. It manages to seamlessly blend romance, ambition, and the thrilling world of Formula 1 racing and everything that it involves.
211 reviews4 followers
February 23, 2025
Pole Position (Sexy As Sin Series #1) by K.L. Thorne is a captivating and exhilarating romance novel that deftly combines the high-octane world of Formula 1 racing with a sizzling age-gap, boss-employee love story.

The book follows the fiery and determined Bianca Rossi, a talented female F1 driver who fearlessly goes head-to-head with her formidable team principal, Kristian Wright. Author K.L.

Thorne masterfully crafts an accessible and thrilling narrative that immerses readers in the adrenaline-fueled realm of motorsports, even for those unfamiliar with the intricacies of the sport. The fast-paced plot keeps readers on the edge of their seats as Bianca navigates the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated field while also grappling with her growing attraction to her older, authoritative boss.
While the novel expertly captures the excitement and intensity of F1 racing, the inclusion of more detailed explanations of technical terminology, such as the Drag Reduction System (DRS), could further enhance the reading experience for those new to the sport.

Nevertheless, Pole Position is a well-written and engaging story that seamlessly blends romance, ambition, and the thrilling world of professional racing.
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690 reviews19 followers
March 21, 2025
Bianca is a leading F1 racing driver who's used to getting her way through sass and attitude. Kristian is the new team principal over her, and the only man immune to Bianca's fiery charm. The challenge becomes personal when Kristian tries denying the spark between them to protect both their careers. Little does he know, Bianca's in a league of her own, and she's got her eyes set on him.

Another F1 slam dunk! This short rollercoaster of a story is set in the same racing world as the author's previous F1 novel, Lights Out. Following Bianca as she set the track ablaze was fantastic. Kristian is determined to bring the team back into order, but he didn't count on Bianca. Despite his intentions of look but don't touch, these two set a new record for giving into their desires with an explosive dynamic. Watching them through their journey of stolen glances and barely-there touches to full-on public handfuls and lipstick stains only served to showcase this author's talent for fitting an entire romance arc into 156 pages of non-stop adrenaline. I don't know a damn thing about F1 racing, but I was able to follow the story with no issues. This book itself earns the pole position. Pop the bubbly!
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463 reviews3 followers
March 17, 2025
Loved this fast paced, spicy novella centered around F1 racing! The spice, tension and banter were outstanding!

Obsessed with the chemistry between Bianca and Kristian! I loved Bianca’s fiery attitude and how she made the first move. She is driven (no pun intended) and is used to getting what she wants. Kristian is instantly attracted to Bianca, however due to him being her boss he tries to maintain professional given this circumstance. The build up was a lot of fun to read - there was obvious sexual tension and a lot of flirty banter. The push and pull between these two was fantastic!

This is a fun novella centered around a fiery Italian driver, set in an exhilarating sport with loads of steamy spice. Love the forbidden aspects with both the age gap and boss/employee tropes! This is a great read if you’re looking for both an engaging story and spice! It really encapsulates the thrilling world of F1 racing and combines it with a good forbidden romance!

Thank you so much to K.L. Thorne and the Book Sirens for the early copy! It got my heart racing in more ways than one!
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1,466 reviews22 followers
March 23, 2025
I received an Advanced Reader Copy and am voluntarily reviewing it. This book follows the McClaren race car team. Their drivers are both women. Bianca Rossi and Sofia Harrington were on track to win the constructor’s championship until it all blew up. Kristian Wright came on as principal for the team. Kristian planned to get the team back on track and win the constructor’s championship. Kristian had his hands full with the talent, especially Bianca. Bianca decided that Kristian would be hers right from the start. There was no way Kristian could resist. Now, to keep it a secret. That might be a problem. Especially when it turned out they genuinely liked each other’s company. This book is fast paced and fairly short. When a story comes out about how female drivers are treated with Bianca and Kristian as the main attraction, things get rocky. Will these two come away from this unscathed? This book is well worth the read. Readers will read this in one sitting. Ms. Thorne knows how to keep readers interested. I am really enjoying this series.
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945 reviews7 followers
March 18, 2025
I really enjoyed Pole Position. Whilst Lights Out will always be my favourite i did love Bianca and Kristian’s story as well. I loved how the author managed to balance Bianca’s character by being tough and a bit grumpy whilst not being a complete nightmare. She had an ego just as any other elite athlete would and her character was done very well. I loved seeing her be a boss of her sport and absolutely owning and knowing that she was one of the best. I really liked Kristian too and loved how passionate he was about his job and doing things to improve the sport for women. The chemistry between the two was red hot and i loved seeing how they progressed. My favourite part of the book though was Bianca being the face of change for women driver’s and i loved the ending scene between her and Maddie.
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149 reviews
December 22, 2025
This fast-paced, spicy, and fun read takes you behind the scenes of the high-octane world of F1 racing, featuring a fierce female driver and her new team manager who can’t help but fall for each other.

Bianca is far from your typical “wilting flower.” She’s tough, determined, and has had to fight hard to earn her spot in a world that’s quick to judge. Kristian, on the other hand, doesn’t hesitate to clash with anyone who disrespects her. He’s her biggest supporter, stepping up when it counts to protect Bianca and show everyone she’s here to stay.

Their chemistry is off the charts, and let’s just say, the grumpy cinnamon roll type is definitely my weakness!

This book is a quick, easy read that’s as enjoyable as it is thrilling. It leaves you wanting more, and I know I can’t wait for the next one!
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92 reviews2 followers
February 22, 2025
While this book was a quick read, it definitely packed some punch with the fiery Bianca. Being a driver in a mainly male dominated sport, Bianca fought her way to get to the top. She was one of the best female drivers currently and nothing would stop her, even the arrogant new team principal Kristian Wright. Handsome…yes. Brilliant…yes. Soft for a cute brunette…maybe.
Tempers flared between the two at the start of their relationship, but Bianca knew what she wanted and wasn’t afraid to get him. Even though they shouldn’t fool around being coworkers, once the passion is ignited there’s no stopping them until one innocent drunken move may have their careers come crashing down around them.
I loved these two and the banter, anger and lust they had for each other.
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172 reviews12 followers
March 23, 2025
Bianca Rossi is one amazing driver but finds her future uncertain when the principal for McLaren Racing is charged with fraud smack dab in the middle of the season. In walks Kristian Eright as new principal and she can’t keep her eyes to herself even though he is many years her senior.

I knew nothing about Formula One racing going into this story and find myself now understanding it a bit more. K.L. Thorne throws some heat into this sport making it all that more exciting! This is one I read from start to finish in just one sitting, I couldn’t put it down! This is the sequel to Lights Out: A Formula One Romance although I was completely fine reading it on its own… but I now crave just a bit more and will soon backtrack to read book 1.
137 reviews1 follower
February 25, 2025
Well I must admit, I don't think I'll ever read a bad book by K.L. just saying.
This was fast paced, action packed, lust addled, banter packed read.
I adored the characters, it's refreshing to see stories written with the FMC being in a male dominated industry. We see the challenges as a female in such an industry.
The FMC has clawed her way to the top. She is headstrong and this I love for her.
The MMC is a blast. Whilst he is strict he has to be in order to be the best and coach the best.
I loved their chemistry and banter, the will they won't they was really fun.
I devoured this book, which I'm sure for those who know me is not a surprise.
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133 reviews
March 8, 2025
When this one got hot, it was a scorcher. I really did enjoy the story but even for a novella I feel like it wrapped up too quickly. I don't know how the characters are moving forward and I really want to know! The epilogue did tie back to the previous Lights Out novel but I still have very very big NOW WHAT? feelings. I hope maybe there will be a full length sequel.

I also felt like there was way too much focus on the age gap but also that's not really my favorite trope in general so that might be a me thing.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
144 reviews5 followers
March 11, 2025
Pole Position: Sexy as Sin ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
K. L. Thorne
Bianca Rossi and Kristian Wright
Bianca is a F1 racer who strives to be at the top being a woman in a male dominated world. Kristian is brought to come in and bring the team back on track as the boss. When these to meet each other their connection is instant and hot. Of course, business must come first, and cannot let their attraction to one another become a thing. Will there attraction to one another become too much to bare or will they put it to the side and only be coworkers? This is a fast paced and sexy story that will keep you at the edge of your seat wondering what’s right around the corner. Make sure you check it out.
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2,127 reviews31 followers
March 19, 2025
Pole Position is part of the Sexy As Sin Series.

Bianca takes a bit to like. She is a bit full of herself. I do get it as she is a great driver, but she needed to learn to be a bit more humble. Easier said then done. Enter Kristian, who will not let her think that she is not replaceable as a driver. He shows her how to be a team player and you can still be an amazing driver while looking out for your team.

Now, Bianca and Kristian clash a lot of the time. Bianca also likes to get under his skin and she does it oh so well. Finally the heat gets to be too much for Kristian and the sheets go up in flames with the intensity between these two. It was hot, hot, hot!
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23 reviews3 followers
March 26, 2025
⭐️4
🌶️3.5

❤️‍🔥age gap
❤️‍🔥sports romance
❤️‍🔥boss employee relationship
❤️‍🔥sizzling chemistry
❤️‍🔥banter
❤️‍🔥 plot and spice

Pole position is a spicy novella within the (sexy as sin series)

This novella was a fun,spicy and engaging read. It follows Bianca and Kristian and their undeniable chemistry. I loved the F1 take on a sports romance as well as the strong minded FMC and her sass. The banter though out was fab and the important topics with in the book and spice were well written. Just wish I was longer would love to have read more.

I can’t wait to read more from this author
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398 reviews20 followers
October 18, 2025
Brat meets immovable Chief Engineer

Overall: 4⭐
Spice: 3 🔥
Plot: 4 📍

🏁 Accurate F1 rep?
🏁Spice Novella?
🏁Forbidden Romance?
🏁Age Gap?

Yes, yes, yes, and yes! This was a fun, quick but most importantly CORRECT Formula 1 romance!

Bianca is our drive for the team and I love that our author is breaking the (yet to fully be broken!) barrier in the book. The stereotypes, the glitz, the glamour, the facade, it is all there!

As this is both a part of the "Sexy As Sin" multi-author series AND the intro to KL Thorne's own F1-centric series, I can't wait to read the rest!

5-4-3-2----1!
LIGHTS OUT!
Profile Image for Amanda Reads.
681 reviews10 followers
September 26, 2025
I really enjoyed this story. It’s my first time reading a K.L. book but won’t be my last. Her writing style is top notch and she knows how to keep you interested from the first page til the end.
Bianca is a badass race car driver who just wants to win. Finding love or even being in a relationship is not on her mind…that is until she meets Kristian.
Kristian is the boss of the race team and he knows exactly where he wants to put Bianca (😉😉).
Will things work out for them or will they both crash and burn in the end?
5⭐️
3 🌶️
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March 11, 2025
Sexy As Sin Series story for Bianca Rossi and Kristian Wright. I have to say I loved Bianca and so wanted to be here when I was younger, she is everything I was but a race car driver. I have to say I loved how this story explains the driving and the relationship between the drivers and the fans and management too. I loved the drama and the interaction with these two characters over all.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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203 reviews
March 21, 2025
Bianca Rossi is McClaren first driver, but now everything might change as there's a new team principal, Kristian Wright.

Both are alfa people, and they both started as too high maintenance. I didn't feel really comfortable with any of them at the beginning.

But half way through I started to see the same thing that I loved about Lights Out and, although it doesn't get as good as Maddie's book, it gets close.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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310 reviews2 followers
March 23, 2025
Enjoyed this fast paced F1 romance - it was pretty well fleshed out for a novella. Loved reading about women dominating in traditionally male-dominated spaces. The romance was cute and spicy - I liked their banter and how the FMC goes for what she wants. Though I wished the ending was wrapped up a bit more neatly. Would love to read this if it was a full length novel.

Would read again, as well as anything else K. L. Thorne writes.

Overall rating: 4/5
Author 26 books59 followers
March 26, 2025
A fast-paced, spicy F1 romance that delivers all the tension, banter, and chemistry you could want! Bianca, a fiery and determined race car driver, meets her match in Kristian, her gruff yet irresistible new boss. The forbidden romance, age gap, and workplace tension create the perfect mix of steam and excitement. A thrilling, engaging novella that captures the high stakes of F1 racing with an unforgettable romance!
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299 reviews3 followers
March 23, 2025
This is the 2nd book i’ve read in this series and I love how they’re all straight to the point!! No third act breakups!! Just good relationship building and some steamy scenes!! I loved Kristian and Bianca relationship and how he didn’t just throw her under the bus when it all came to! He appreciated that she was a strong woman!
1,156 reviews23 followers
April 12, 2025
Loved Every Minute!



I loved Bianca! She’s a woman who see what she wants  (or in this case, who) and goes after it! In this case, she decides that’s Kristian. Kristian is a grumpy cinnamon roll and I want to lick him all over! This book is an amazing easy read and I ate it up like it was a delicious chocolate chip cookie! I want more because one is never enough!

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22 reviews
August 4, 2025
What makes Pole Position truly stand out is its authentic characters—flawed, ambitious, and beautifully human. Bianca’s journey is more than just a race; it’s about chasing dreams, confronting fears, and discovering what it means to fight for something bigger than yourself. My only complaint is that the book ended far too soon!
18 reviews
March 1, 2025
A fun and fast F1 romance! This novella was a great mix of sports excitement and steam. I enjoyed the chemistry and banter between Kristian and Bianca. Although I would have wished for a more definite ending, this was a great, quick, satisfying read.
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113 reviews7 followers
March 20, 2025
𝙈𝙮 𝙏𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 - 𝙄 𝙖𝙗𝙨𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙩𝙚𝙡𝙮 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙙 𝙇𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 𝙊𝙪𝙩, 𝙞𝙩 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙖𝙣 𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙮 5 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙢𝙚. 𝙄 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙋𝙤𝙡𝙚 𝙋𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙖 𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙣 𝙤𝙛𝙛, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙄 𝙬𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙙 𝙖 𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡 𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙩𝙝 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙. 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙖 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙩𝙤𝙤 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙢𝙚. 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙞𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪’𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙚𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙚 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙨, 𝙖𝙜𝙚-𝙜𝙖𝙥, 𝙬𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩, 𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙘𝙚.
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