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Good Girls #3
Where Bad Boys are Ruined (Good Girls 3): Bad Boy x Good Girl - Spicy New Adult Romance mit witzigen Wendungen!
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Charlie weiß genau, von Brandon sollte sie sich besser fernhalten - immerhin ist er ihr Vermieter. Doch Brandon ist nicht nur arrogant und tätowiert, sondern auch viel zu charmant, um ihn einfach zu ignorieren. Mit seinem herausfordernden Grinsen und seinen ständigen Provokationen bringt er sie schneller aus dem Gleichgewicht, als ihr lieb ist.Eigentlich hat sie ihn längst in die Schublade Nur Fantasie, keine Realität gesteckt. Doch Brandon hält sich nicht an Regeln. Er flirtet, treibt sie in den Wahnsinn und weckt Gefühle in ihr, die sie längst aus ihrem Leben verbannt hat.Sie weiß, dass es mit ihm nur auf eine Weise enden kann - mit einem gebrochenen Herzen …
Where Bad Boys Are Ruined ist der dritte Band der dreibändigen Good-Girls-Reihe. Jedes Buch erzählt die Geschichte eines neuen Paares und kann unabhängig gelesen werden.
Leidenschaftlich, intensiv und voller prickelnder Spannung – für alle, die verbotene Gefühle und unerwartete Versuchungen lieben.
Alle Bände der
Where Good Girls Go to Die (Band 1)
Where Bad Girls go to Fall (Band 2)
Where Bad Boys are Ruined (Band 3)
Charlie weiß genau, von Brandon sollte sie sich besser fernhalten - immerhin ist er ihr Vermieter. Doch Brandon ist nicht nur arrogant und tätowiert, sondern auch viel zu charmant, um ihn einfach zu ignorieren. Mit seinem herausfordernden Grinsen und seinen ständigen Provokationen bringt er sie schneller aus dem Gleichgewicht, als ihr lieb ist.Eigentlich hat sie ihn längst in die Schublade Nur Fantasie, keine Realität gesteckt. Doch Brandon hält sich nicht an Regeln. Er flirtet, treibt sie in den Wahnsinn und weckt Gefühle in ihr, die sie längst aus ihrem Leben verbannt hat.Sie weiß, dass es mit ihm nur auf eine Weise enden kann - mit einem gebrochenen Herzen …
Where Bad Boys Are Ruined ist der dritte Band der dreibändigen Good-Girls-Reihe. Jedes Buch erzählt die Geschichte eines neuen Paares und kann unabhängig gelesen werden.
Leidenschaftlich, intensiv und voller prickelnder Spannung – für alle, die verbotene Gefühle und unerwartete Versuchungen lieben.
Alle Bände der
Where Good Girls Go to Die (Band 1)
Where Bad Girls go to Fall (Band 2)
Where Bad Boys are Ruined (Band 3)
243 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 3, 2018
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Holly Renee
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The Veiled Kingdom Series
The Veiled Kingdom
The Hunted Heir
The Rivaled Crown
The Stars and Shadows Series
A Kingdom of Stars and Shadows
A Kingdom of Blood and Betrayal
A Kingdom of Venom and Vows
A Kingdom of Fire and Fate
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The Boys of Clermont Bay Series
The Touch of a Villain
The Fall of a God
The Taste of an Enemy
The Deceit of a Devil
The Seduction of Pretty Lies
The Temptation of Dirty Secrets
The Good Girls Series
Where Good Girls Go to Die
Where Bad Girls Go to Fall
Where Bad Boys are Ruined
The Rock Bottom Series
Trouble with the Guy Next Door
Trouble with the Hotshot Boss}
[book: Trouble with the Fake Boyfriend
The Wrong Prince Charming
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🩷🤠COWBOY ROMANCE🤠🩷
Cowboy Casual | Coming October 7th
✨🌙⚔️FANTASY ROMANCE⚔️🌙✨
The Veiled Kingdom Series
The Veiled Kingdom
The Hunted Heir
The Rivaled Crown
The Stars and Shadows Series
A Kingdom of Stars and Shadows
A Kingdom of Blood and Betrayal
A Kingdom of Venom and Vows
A Kingdom of Fire and Fate
🖤🫦CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE🫦🖤
The Boys of Clermont Bay Series
The Touch of a Villain
The Fall of a God
The Taste of an Enemy
The Deceit of a Devil
The Seduction of Pretty Lies
The Temptation of Dirty Secrets
The Good Girls Series
Where Good Girls Go to Die
Where Bad Girls Go to Fall
Where Bad Boys are Ruined
The Rock Bottom Series
Trouble with the Guy Next Door
Trouble with the Hotshot Boss}
[book: Trouble with the Fake Boyfriend
The Wrong Prince Charming
The Wrong Prince Charming
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May 27, 2020
4 Cupcakes and Tramp Stamp Stars ⭐
~Second read of a series that is light and romantic featuring gorgeous tattooed friends. Just the right amount of drama to make this swoony and sexy!~
Sweet Baked Goods and Tattoos? With that story combination, I was already halfway sold.
"That man looked like dirty sex.
Not that I actually had any idea what dirty sex actually was. Every guy I had ever been with before had been sweet. Tame even. Boring."
Charlie has dreamed of opening her own bakery and doing so has been long time coming. She hadn't anticipated that the perfect location would be next door to a tattoo shop. One with a tattooist who would become her landlord as well as the man to consume all her thoughts and sanity.
"Brandon was dangerous. He was the kind of guy who ruined girls like me. I had to keep my wits about me when I was near him. One little slip-up and I wouldn’t recover."
Brandon isn't a womanizer per se, however he isn't short of female attention. Yet dating isn't something he's keen on until her; the beautiful redhead with freckles and stubbornness to admire.
Where Bad Boys are Ruined wasn't an overly complicated story. It was an entertaining friend to lovers romance between two people who were clueless when it came to relationships. Whilst Charlie was insecure and intimidated by Brandon's confidence, he on the other hand was just waiting on a girl that mattered.
As you would anticipate this scenario would create a little petty drama and miscommunication along the way. Fortunately, with a kickass mama, and an awesome crew of friends it steered them in the right direction. 🧁💙
~Second read of a series that is light and romantic featuring gorgeous tattooed friends. Just the right amount of drama to make this swoony and sexy!~
Sweet Baked Goods and Tattoos? With that story combination, I was already halfway sold.
"That man looked like dirty sex.
Not that I actually had any idea what dirty sex actually was. Every guy I had ever been with before had been sweet. Tame even. Boring."
Charlie has dreamed of opening her own bakery and doing so has been long time coming. She hadn't anticipated that the perfect location would be next door to a tattoo shop. One with a tattooist who would become her landlord as well as the man to consume all her thoughts and sanity.
"Brandon was dangerous. He was the kind of guy who ruined girls like me. I had to keep my wits about me when I was near him. One little slip-up and I wouldn’t recover."
Brandon isn't a womanizer per se, however he isn't short of female attention. Yet dating isn't something he's keen on until her; the beautiful redhead with freckles and stubbornness to admire.
Where Bad Boys are Ruined wasn't an overly complicated story. It was an entertaining friend to lovers romance between two people who were clueless when it came to relationships. Whilst Charlie was insecure and intimidated by Brandon's confidence, he on the other hand was just waiting on a girl that mattered.
As you would anticipate this scenario would create a little petty drama and miscommunication along the way. Fortunately, with a kickass mama, and an awesome crew of friends it steered them in the right direction. 🧁💙
June 30, 2020
***3 STARS***
Charlie is finally realizing her dream by opening her own bakery. She happens to find the best location beside a tattoo parlor. The owner of the tattoo parlor and the strip mall containing her business is Brandon and he is instantly smitten by the "sweet" and adorable Charlie.
This was not what I was expecting. Brandon was the tattooed bad boy with the soft side but I didn't connect with him or Charlie in this book. It was really sweet and I liked how Brandon interacted with Charlie in helping her set up her shop but I expected a little more badassness from him. Plus it was a slow burn which was disappointing. It had the makings of being a sizzling hot romance.
It can be read as a standalone. I would read the other books in the series but this one just didn't strike the match in me.
Charlie is finally realizing her dream by opening her own bakery. She happens to find the best location beside a tattoo parlor. The owner of the tattoo parlor and the strip mall containing her business is Brandon and he is instantly smitten by the "sweet" and adorable Charlie.
This was not what I was expecting. Brandon was the tattooed bad boy with the soft side but I didn't connect with him or Charlie in this book. It was really sweet and I liked how Brandon interacted with Charlie in helping her set up her shop but I expected a little more badassness from him. Plus it was a slow burn which was disappointing. It had the makings of being a sizzling hot romance.
It can be read as a standalone. I would read the other books in the series but this one just didn't strike the match in me.
December 11, 2018
★ 2 STARS ★
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November 27, 2018

⭐️ 5 "Cherry On Top" Stars ⭐️
Holly Renee strikes again with Where Bad Boys Are Ruined! The Good Good Series is one I’ve enjoyed since the beginning and this most recent addition is another hit! I was curious about the girl who would finally capture Brandon’s heart and no heroine could have been better than Charlie for him.
"Brandon was dangerous. He was the kind of guys who ruined girls like me."
This woman is quirky and a little awkward, but also sweet and funny. Her first interactions with the bad boy tattoo artist, where she blushes and trips on her words are so entertaining. Brandon is his cocky and funny self always ready to help his business neighbor setting her new bakery.
The story is fast paced and full of exciting scenes going from sweet, to hilarious, to intensely hot. The slow burn of the romance is at the perfect pace, creating an anticipation that had me dying for this couple to finally happen. When they succumb to the temptation, they’re just so perfect with truly hot moments blended with pure tenderness.
"I was clinging to her like some lovesick fool, and I didn't see myself letting go anytime soon."
Where Bad Boys Are Ruined gave me such a great entertainment. This group of friends is so pleasing to see interact and the main couple is totally adorable and swoon-worthy. It’s an opposites attract romance at its best with cocky tattooed bad boy Brandon and sweet shy baker Charlie steaming up the pages with their intense sparks.
** ARC received in exchange for an honest review **
January 15, 2023
Omg was i bored to death. I almost dnf’d it several times(which says a lot for a book this size) but I kept telling myself it might get better, it didn’t! Best believe I will definitely forget about this story, the MCs and that cringy love triangle come tomorrow.
November 1, 2021
3-3.5 stars! This was a really sweet romance, bonus for the bakery owner heroine and tattooed hero.
June 23, 2020
Some of you might hate me for my review but that’s okay, I’m willing to live with it. I loveee Brandon but god Charlie was the most boring heroine for him!!!!
I just kept getting the sense that she was soooo insecure. If you’re going to date a bad boy you cannot be insecure, you’re going to end up being a jealous driven woman and it won’t work out well. Same for men!
She kept accepting dates from David and then her thoughts is on Brandon. BORING. Figure your shit out. Lord.
THEN Brandon kisses her during laser tag and it turns into this thing where she’s hurt he left after she was there on a date. Thank god for staci who said basically what I was thinking. Wanted to like her. I did. So I skimmed from chapter 21 all the way to epilogue.
It was okay.
I just kept getting the sense that she was soooo insecure. If you’re going to date a bad boy you cannot be insecure, you’re going to end up being a jealous driven woman and it won’t work out well. Same for men!
She kept accepting dates from David and then her thoughts is on Brandon. BORING. Figure your shit out. Lord.
THEN Brandon kisses her during laser tag and it turns into this thing where she’s hurt he left after she was there on a date. Thank god for staci who said basically what I was thinking. Wanted to like her. I did. So I skimmed from chapter 21 all the way to epilogue.
It was okay.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 28, 2018
Definitely a 2018 favorite! My goodness this book was everything I didn't know I wanted! Brandon and Charlie are so perfect for each other! I love Charlie's awkwardness, her quirks, and her adorable self way too much. And Brandon... *fans face* hot damn. What I loved so much about Brandon was how he treats Charlie from the beginning. I started falling for him immediately. Right from the start, he was treating her with so much care and love, even if he didn't realize it at the time. I haven't had a favorite ship in a long while but I have finally found one and all arrows point to Brandon and Charlie.
Usually, a third book in series isn't my favorite but this is the exception because I fell head-over-heels in love with this story! Easily in my top 3 reads of 2018. And I can't wait to re-read this bad boy over and over for the rest of my life!
I received an eARC from the publicist in exchange for my honest review. This doesn't affect my thoughts on this book at all.
Usually, a third book in series isn't my favorite but this is the exception because I fell head-over-heels in love with this story! Easily in my top 3 reads of 2018. And I can't wait to re-read this bad boy over and over for the rest of my life!
I received an eARC from the publicist in exchange for my honest review. This doesn't affect my thoughts on this book at all.
July 9, 2022
this was so good!
she's a good girl and he's not a bad guy but, he has a bad boy aesthetic.
if you're looking for a hero that is jealous and a no-drama romance, this is the book!
she's a good girl and he's not a bad guy but, he has a bad boy aesthetic.
if you're looking for a hero that is jealous and a no-drama romance, this is the book!
December 10, 2018
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*ARC provided for a voluntary honest review.* ~Sonal
*ARC provided for a voluntary honest review.* ~Sonal
December 8, 2018
When your heroine spends 2/3 of the book dating another man, how are you supposed to feel? That's what I kept asking myself. I wasn't happy that Charlie had another man in her life, even if she didn't sleep with him. Charlie's character is very prejudiced early in the book, which leads her to avoid Brandon in every way that she could. It was a little annoying after 1/3 of the book had passed because there was a lot of going back and forth action because of her mixed feelings. And that was also a shame because I really liked the rest of the book and the secondary characters, which are the couples from the two previous books, mostly. It was fun and light and an almost 5-star book. Brandon is making his feelings clear from early on and I couldn't help, but root for him. He did deserve a better treatment from Charlie. I didn't like the heroine, but I liked the rest of the people and almost all the plotlines in the story. Charlie's parents were very funny people. If you are ok with the heroine dating another man and then almost kissing and then kissing the hero, you will enjoy the book.
December 3, 2018
Feels 3
Storyline 5
Steam 5
Overall Rating 5
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Reviewed by Lindsey
I love love love this serial! Holly really knows how to make me fall in love with her words and characters like it’s nothing! Great story. Great flow. I loved it. No major crazy drama just a little angst to make it all come together. Perfect book for a relaxing night on the couch. Loved it!!
Storyline 5
Steam 5
Overall Rating 5
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Reviewed by Lindsey
I love love love this serial! Holly really knows how to make me fall in love with her words and characters like it’s nothing! Great story. Great flow. I loved it. No major crazy drama just a little angst to make it all come together. Perfect book for a relaxing night on the couch. Loved it!!
December 2, 2018
I love this series... really truly LOVE it. Ever since I read the first one I've been hooked.
Everything about this couple was easy to fall in love with. I loved Charlie's internal dialogues. She was quirky, funny and perfect for bad boy Brandon.
I liked Brandon's personality. He was funny and sweet when it was needed. I was really enjoying myself while reading how much he struggled with new to him feelings (like jealousy) he had since meeting Charlie. And it was fun to see the past characters trying to help out their friends.
Another great book by Holly Renee.
***Review copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads Blog***
Everything about this couple was easy to fall in love with. I loved Charlie's internal dialogues. She was quirky, funny and perfect for bad boy Brandon.
I liked Brandon's personality. He was funny and sweet when it was needed. I was really enjoying myself while reading how much he struggled with new to him feelings (like jealousy) he had since meeting Charlie. And it was fun to see the past characters trying to help out their friends.
Another great book by Holly Renee.
***Review copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads Blog***
May 11, 2019
In my opinion this is the best book in this series. Period.
Quality of writing, difference of characters, no repetitions.
There is also a bit of sweetness in the whole story, in heroine, which is very awkward and cute, that makes all the reading experience adorable, quick and enjoyable.
Maybe you will not like cute and sweet story but taking into account some serious subjects two previous books had and only skimmed it, I don't mind lightness in this book.
Only thing I was able to detect while reading is that at some moments they- side characters tried to pin some characteristics on hero which we never see he has in two previous books- do you know him people and why you lie?! Ha!?
Other then that is all I can say Holly Renee you are getting better and I see you... I would gladly read more books by you...
Again fab cover art and names of the series....
All books can be read as standalone.
Quality of writing, difference of characters, no repetitions.
There is also a bit of sweetness in the whole story, in heroine, which is very awkward and cute, that makes all the reading experience adorable, quick and enjoyable.
Maybe you will not like cute and sweet story but taking into account some serious subjects two previous books had and only skimmed it, I don't mind lightness in this book.
Only thing I was able to detect while reading is that at some moments they- side characters tried to pin some characteristics on hero which we never see he has in two previous books- do you know him people and why you lie?! Ha!?
Other then that is all I can say Holly Renee you are getting better and I see you... I would gladly read more books by you...
Again fab cover art and names of the series....
All books can be read as standalone.
January 2, 2023
Ahhhhh love it 😍
The perfect start in 2023 with this
The perfect start in 2023 with this
December 1, 2018
Holly Renee is BACK and she does it again!!!
Homahgawd THESE CHARACTERS and THIS BOOK! Sooooo refreshing to step back into the avid reading world to characters like these two!
It’s classic HR when the connection is there, the lust slaps you in the face when you least expect it, and the conflict and resolve are as sweet as ever. This one really just makes me want to sit down with twelve cupcakes while someone tattoos one on my left shoulder blade if I’m being honest.
SOOOOOO incredibly good! And everyone needs to jump in completely blind because that’s the best way to enjoy a book that sweeps you off your feet so effortlessly as this one!
Homahgawd THESE CHARACTERS and THIS BOOK! Sooooo refreshing to step back into the avid reading world to characters like these two!
It’s classic HR when the connection is there, the lust slaps you in the face when you least expect it, and the conflict and resolve are as sweet as ever. This one really just makes me want to sit down with twelve cupcakes while someone tattoos one on my left shoulder blade if I’m being honest.
SOOOOOO incredibly good! And everyone needs to jump in completely blind because that’s the best way to enjoy a book that sweeps you off your feet so effortlessly as this one!
December 3, 2018
*I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book*
4.5 "Freckles" Stars
Where Bad Boys are Ruined was everything I wanted. I've been not so patiently waiting for Brandon's book. And let me tell you, I was every bit satisfied. I needed his story as soon as he was introduced amongst this group of friends. And I was definitely not disappointed.
Brandon is a bad boy tattoo artist. And one thing that everyone knows about him is that he does not do relationships. He likes being single and wouldn't change a thing. But when a bakery is set to open next to his tattoo shop, there's immediate attraction between him and the owner. Question is, will she change his "I don't do relationships" way?
Charlie is as sweet as they come. She's always wanted to own her own bakery, and her dream is finally coming to fruition. But the one thing Charlie didn't see coming was Brandon. As soon as she lays eyes on him she's smitten. Though she knows nothing will happen between them, because she feels way out of his league. But you know what they say, opposites attract.
Brandon and Charlie were so freaking cute together. Their attraction is undeniable and brought the sparks. Her sweetness and his roughness paired so perfectly. I loved these two so damn much. I couldn't get enough and just wanted and needed more.
I didn't know what to expect with Brandon's story, but Where Bad Boys are Ruined was exactly what I wanted. Loved him and Charlie and I absolutely loved catching up with the rest of this group of friends. I missed them so much. I don't know if there'll be more books in this series, but I hope there is because I don't want to say goodbye to these characters. Here's hoping there's more books. *fingers crossed*
4.5 "Freckles" Stars
Where Bad Boys are Ruined was everything I wanted. I've been not so patiently waiting for Brandon's book. And let me tell you, I was every bit satisfied. I needed his story as soon as he was introduced amongst this group of friends. And I was definitely not disappointed.
Brandon is a bad boy tattoo artist. And one thing that everyone knows about him is that he does not do relationships. He likes being single and wouldn't change a thing. But when a bakery is set to open next to his tattoo shop, there's immediate attraction between him and the owner. Question is, will she change his "I don't do relationships" way?
Charlie is as sweet as they come. She's always wanted to own her own bakery, and her dream is finally coming to fruition. But the one thing Charlie didn't see coming was Brandon. As soon as she lays eyes on him she's smitten. Though she knows nothing will happen between them, because she feels way out of his league. But you know what they say, opposites attract.
Brandon and Charlie were so freaking cute together. Their attraction is undeniable and brought the sparks. Her sweetness and his roughness paired so perfectly. I loved these two so damn much. I couldn't get enough and just wanted and needed more.
I didn't know what to expect with Brandon's story, but Where Bad Boys are Ruined was exactly what I wanted. Loved him and Charlie and I absolutely loved catching up with the rest of this group of friends. I missed them so much. I don't know if there'll be more books in this series, but I hope there is because I don't want to say goodbye to these characters. Here's hoping there's more books. *fingers crossed*
September 26, 2021
Awww a sweet one, but not my favourite in the series.
I really felt like Brandon didn’t get the story he deserved, I wanted a bit more depth to his story like we got with Parker and Mason.
He was the one that must intrigued me.
As for Charlie she was annoying. She had no spine I’m surprised she didn’t blob around instead of stay upright.
The story was cute. But there was little to know chemistry for me, I really wanted someone who challenged Brandon, but someone that was a whimpering mess.
Also the other books in the series are filled with sexual tension, and some good sexy scenes. This one fell short of the mark.
I really felt like Brandon didn’t get the story he deserved, I wanted a bit more depth to his story like we got with Parker and Mason.
He was the one that must intrigued me.
As for Charlie she was annoying. She had no spine I’m surprised she didn’t blob around instead of stay upright.
The story was cute. But there was little to know chemistry for me, I really wanted someone who challenged Brandon, but someone that was a whimpering mess.
Also the other books in the series are filled with sexual tension, and some good sexy scenes. This one fell short of the mark.
December 4, 2018
I was given an advanced readers copy of this book and have decided to leave a voluntary honest review. I just love this series more and more. This guys are something else, they are special in there own way. I don't see Brandon the way others might see him, yes he's sexy, handsome, but he's also straight laced. I don't see him as playboy like a lot of others do. He's just honest. And that is sexy quality. Charlie is sweetheart, she may be innocent but with Brandon she's not afraid to be herself. That shows what type of connection they have. It's sexy. And makes them look like the couple to be.
November 9, 2020
I loved this book. It is one of those books where the hero is sweet and caring yet at the same time he is a total bad boy(my weakness). The book was fast paced and both character had great chemistry, I loved it.
Charlie was a sweet heroine and she was an open book. She was fighting hard for her dreams and to keep Brandon away... spoiler alert she couldn't .
Brandon was a total sweetheart, he was sweet and caring and a little protective but he loved Charlie to no end.
Not only were the main characters amazing but the side characters were incredible. Honestly one of my favorite reads of 2020.
Charlie was a sweet heroine and she was an open book. She was fighting hard for her dreams and to keep Brandon away... spoiler alert she couldn't .
Brandon was a total sweetheart, he was sweet and caring and a little protective but he loved Charlie to no end.
Not only were the main characters amazing but the side characters were incredible. Honestly one of my favorite reads of 2020.
February 29, 2020
4.5 stars
Gimme Gimme Gimme Your Baked Goods!
*self-purchased on Amazon. No need of sugar daddies called promo teams*

" All those little times you said that I'm your girl
You make me feel like your whole world."
Pretty When You Cry - Lana Del Rey
What’s this book about? (I'm trying to give as little spoilers as possible)
Baker businesswoman Charlie Grace plans to open up shop. She doesn’t believe that she can, but she draws a tattooing neighbor’s attention.
This was my third Holly Renee read. STUNNING COVER! I enjoyed this read from the get go, just like the previous stories. Each girl had something different to her and I really admired that. The setting of a bakery was cute and refreshing. I especially admired that Charlie got to make her dreams come true. She seemed like a lovely girl. I didn’t like the love triangle that ATTEMPTED to make itself important at some point in the novel – ONLY because I wanted her to hurry up and get her bad boy. Brandon isn’t a bad boy per se (DON’T EXPECT A HARDIN OR STH LIKE THAT); he might look like one, tats and a reputation of intimate relations with lots of ladies. He also had quite a decent jealous bad boy moment, but I still view him as a decent dude. In contrast to the previous books, here we have lots of flirting and relationship angst instead of actual steam. I appreciated that because that was what a character like Charlie needed (even though the evil witch and I would’ve liked to read more of Brandon’s horizontal adventures). CUPCAKES FOR THE WIN. After this book, I need to go and get myself some.
I recommend this read to anyone who enjoys baked goods, an innocent leading lady that falls for a tatted guy and a circle of side characters that are a delicious addition to the main story! I’m sad that it’s over, but I’m really glad that I picked this series up! All three books were ultimate fun reads!
Mind you the girl is a redhead in this story, but I couldn't resist:

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" All those little times you said that I'm your girl
You make me feel like your whole world."
Pretty When You Cry - Lana Del Rey
What’s this book about? (I'm trying to give as little spoilers as possible)
Baker businesswoman Charlie Grace plans to open up shop. She doesn’t believe that she can, but she draws a tattooing neighbor’s attention.
This was my third Holly Renee read. STUNNING COVER! I enjoyed this read from the get go, just like the previous stories. Each girl had something different to her and I really admired that. The setting of a bakery was cute and refreshing. I especially admired that Charlie got to make her dreams come true. She seemed like a lovely girl. I didn’t like the love triangle that ATTEMPTED to make itself important at some point in the novel – ONLY because I wanted her to hurry up and get her bad boy. Brandon isn’t a bad boy per se (DON’T EXPECT A HARDIN OR STH LIKE THAT); he might look like one, tats and a reputation of intimate relations with lots of ladies. He also had quite a decent jealous bad boy moment, but I still view him as a decent dude. In contrast to the previous books, here we have lots of flirting and relationship angst instead of actual steam. I appreciated that because that was what a character like Charlie needed (even though the evil witch and I would’ve liked to read more of Brandon’s horizontal adventures). CUPCAKES FOR THE WIN. After this book, I need to go and get myself some.
I recommend this read to anyone who enjoys baked goods, an innocent leading lady that falls for a tatted guy and a circle of side characters that are a delicious addition to the main story! I’m sad that it’s over, but I’m really glad that I picked this series up! All three books were ultimate fun reads!
Mind you the girl is a redhead in this story, but I couldn't resist:

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December 5, 2018
Review by Lisa Kane
Charlie Grace has worked hard and it's all about to pay off. She's just leased the perfect place to open up her the bakery she's dreamed about for years. Cherry on Top is within reach.
I wanted to bake, and I wanted to do it in a bakery that I owned. I just hadn't realized that it would take ten years before that would actually happen.
The building sits next to a tattoo shop run by one gorgeous tattooed man! Charlie hasn't had any interest in the opposite sex for longer than she can remember, but hello....nerve endings not used in a while are tingling.
Here he stood in front of me like sex on a stick with his jet-black hair and tattoos that seem to cover every inch of his skin.
Charlie is a cute red head with adorable freckles. Brandon (hot tattoo guy) is not immune to this little beauty.
"I can't wait to taste your stuff."
I swallowed. "Sweet tooth?"
His eyes met mine. "Something like that." He winked. "I'll catch you later, Freckles."
Oh, he is one naughty boy!!
Brandon doesn't lead women on-he makes sure they know hooking up and having fun is all they are going to get with him. But when it comes to Charlie, the more he gets to know her, the more he wants to spend time with her. That's not something he's familiar with and it's confusing the hell out of him.
She was gorgeous sure, but that wasn't it. She was far more innocent than any woman I had ever been with before. A sure sign that I needed to leave her alone.
Now you don't really think he's going to leave her alone do you?
But when one his friends, David shows interest in Charlie, Brandon steps up his game.
I wasn't interested in dating the girl. Hell, I hadn't actually dated someone in so long that I could barely remember what the term meant. I just didn't want David to date her either.
Brandon finds himself doing things he's never bothered to do with other women. But everything's different with Charlie. She's not convinced that this player isn't just playing so she's putting up a few walls to protect her heart.
"I'm sure you could call someone else if you need sex that badly tonight."
Rut Ro Scooby, I think we've got some work to do now.
Where Bad Boys are Ruined is a sweet, slightly angsty read. Besides, who doesn't love a book that mentions cupcakes and cinnamon rolls?
"Considering I've ruined you for all other girls, I guess you'll do."
Charlie Grace has worked hard and it's all about to pay off. She's just leased the perfect place to open up her the bakery she's dreamed about for years. Cherry on Top is within reach.
I wanted to bake, and I wanted to do it in a bakery that I owned. I just hadn't realized that it would take ten years before that would actually happen.
The building sits next to a tattoo shop run by one gorgeous tattooed man! Charlie hasn't had any interest in the opposite sex for longer than she can remember, but hello....nerve endings not used in a while are tingling.
Here he stood in front of me like sex on a stick with his jet-black hair and tattoos that seem to cover every inch of his skin.
Charlie is a cute red head with adorable freckles. Brandon (hot tattoo guy) is not immune to this little beauty.
"I can't wait to taste your stuff."
I swallowed. "Sweet tooth?"
His eyes met mine. "Something like that." He winked. "I'll catch you later, Freckles."
Oh, he is one naughty boy!!
Brandon doesn't lead women on-he makes sure they know hooking up and having fun is all they are going to get with him. But when it comes to Charlie, the more he gets to know her, the more he wants to spend time with her. That's not something he's familiar with and it's confusing the hell out of him.
She was gorgeous sure, but that wasn't it. She was far more innocent than any woman I had ever been with before. A sure sign that I needed to leave her alone.
Now you don't really think he's going to leave her alone do you?
But when one his friends, David shows interest in Charlie, Brandon steps up his game.
I wasn't interested in dating the girl. Hell, I hadn't actually dated someone in so long that I could barely remember what the term meant. I just didn't want David to date her either.
Brandon finds himself doing things he's never bothered to do with other women. But everything's different with Charlie. She's not convinced that this player isn't just playing so she's putting up a few walls to protect her heart.
"I'm sure you could call someone else if you need sex that badly tonight."
Rut Ro Scooby, I think we've got some work to do now.
Where Bad Boys are Ruined is a sweet, slightly angsty read. Besides, who doesn't love a book that mentions cupcakes and cinnamon rolls?
"Considering I've ruined you for all other girls, I guess you'll do."
November 9, 2021
He concluido esta trilogía y me gustó bastante el final que tuvo.
Esta tercera parte nos narra la historia de Charlie y Brandon. Al último lo vimos bastante en los dos libros anteriores ya que es mejor amigo de todos, la verdad me encanta que haya sido su libro el cierre de estos personajes porque es tal como me imaginé que sería.
Este cae más en algunos clichés como el triángulo amoroso, pero algo que me encantó fue que no duró casi nada y apenas la protagonista se dio cuenta que le gustaba uno, le terminó al otro. No jugó con los sentimientos de ninguno.
Las escenas +18 estuvieron muy bien como los dos libros anteriores, eso es algo que destaca en esta trilogía (estoy segura que entra en erótica).
Los personajes de toda esta trilogía me gustaron muchos y adoré los finales de cada uno porque no caen en el cliché de hijos. Si, sería lindo, pero son jóvenes y disfrutan de ellos mientras están solos.
¿Lo recomiendo? Si, es una trilogía para pasar el rato si te gustan los libros spicy que tienen trama además.
Esta tercera parte nos narra la historia de Charlie y Brandon. Al último lo vimos bastante en los dos libros anteriores ya que es mejor amigo de todos, la verdad me encanta que haya sido su libro el cierre de estos personajes porque es tal como me imaginé que sería.
Este cae más en algunos clichés como el triángulo amoroso, pero algo que me encantó fue que no duró casi nada y apenas la protagonista se dio cuenta que le gustaba uno, le terminó al otro. No jugó con los sentimientos de ninguno.
Las escenas +18 estuvieron muy bien como los dos libros anteriores, eso es algo que destaca en esta trilogía (estoy segura que entra en erótica).
Los personajes de toda esta trilogía me gustaron muchos y adoré los finales de cada uno porque no caen en el cliché de hijos. Si, sería lindo, pero son jóvenes y disfrutan de ellos mientras están solos.
¿Lo recomiendo? Si, es una trilogía para pasar el rato si te gustan los libros spicy que tienen trama además.
November 27, 2018
“ Brandon was dangerous. He was the king of guy who ruined girls like me. I had to keep my wits about me when I was near him. One little slip up and I wouldn’t recover.”
* I received an arc for my honest review *
Damn damn damn, hot damn. Someone give me a Brandon right now. I need him and his skilled hands ( that he tattoos with you dirty thing) right now. I would not mind being tattooed by him, at all. And you know what else this delicious book has? A BAKERY! Like... what can possibly be better than hot tattooed guys and a girl who opens a bakery right next to the tattoo parlor? I can’t find a better thing at all. I had cravings throughout the whole book, don’t know if it was a craving for tattooed boys or a cupcake but either way I do not complain, at all.
This book was so deliciously written that I could basically feel the cupcake aroma the whole time I was reading this. And let me tell you, it was one of those long, cozy reads with just the right amount of drama and tension and just such a delicious read.
I’ve read the two books before this one, Where good girls go to die, and Where good girls go to fall, and those were just as good as this one so I just knew I had to read this one too. And it was such a good choice. I absolutely love it, I was hooked throughout the whole thing. Love it love it love it!!
* I received an arc for my honest review *
Damn damn damn, hot damn. Someone give me a Brandon right now. I need him and his skilled hands ( that he tattoos with you dirty thing) right now. I would not mind being tattooed by him, at all. And you know what else this delicious book has? A BAKERY! Like... what can possibly be better than hot tattooed guys and a girl who opens a bakery right next to the tattoo parlor? I can’t find a better thing at all. I had cravings throughout the whole book, don’t know if it was a craving for tattooed boys or a cupcake but either way I do not complain, at all.
This book was so deliciously written that I could basically feel the cupcake aroma the whole time I was reading this. And let me tell you, it was one of those long, cozy reads with just the right amount of drama and tension and just such a delicious read.
I’ve read the two books before this one, Where good girls go to die, and Where good girls go to fall, and those were just as good as this one so I just knew I had to read this one too. And it was such a good choice. I absolutely love it, I was hooked throughout the whole thing. Love it love it love it!!
February 23, 2023
3.5 ★
Romance, sweets and tattoos.
I loved the overall vibe of the book. A bakery owner and a tattoo artist? Like it so good. However I felt like the author tried so hard to make this a good girl x bad boy // opposites attract story but it wasn’t?? I mean Brandon wasn’t really a bad boy and Charlie wasn’t such a good girl, but she was “quircky”. Just bc Brandon was a tattoo artist he was a “bad boy” (makes no sense)
I loved Charlie and Brandon. Their banter was so fun and they were very cute together. Everything felt so fast between them, but the book was pretty short so I that kind of explains it.
This book had THE dumbest third act breakup i’ve ever read. Istg, the next chapter they were together again. Literally so stupid. Lots of misscomunication which we DONT like.
Tropes
⋆ forced proximity, “good girl bad boy”, “opposites attract”, insta love
Romance, sweets and tattoos.
I loved the overall vibe of the book. A bakery owner and a tattoo artist? Like it so good. However I felt like the author tried so hard to make this a good girl x bad boy // opposites attract story but it wasn’t?? I mean Brandon wasn’t really a bad boy and Charlie wasn’t such a good girl, but she was “quircky”. Just bc Brandon was a tattoo artist he was a “bad boy” (makes no sense)
I loved Charlie and Brandon. Their banter was so fun and they were very cute together. Everything felt so fast between them, but the book was pretty short so I that kind of explains it.
This book had THE dumbest third act breakup i’ve ever read. Istg, the next chapter they were together again. Literally so stupid. Lots of misscomunication which we DONT like.
Tropes
⋆ forced proximity, “good girl bad boy”, “opposites attract”, insta love
December 7, 2018

I really enjoyed Where Bad Boys are Ruined by Holly Renee. This is my first book by this author and I will definitely be reading more from her!
This was a great low angst book. There was drama but mostly from the heroine Charlie. But when you have the reputation that Brandon has a girl will definitely question his intentions and actions.
The writing was flawless and the characters charming, funny and engaging! And even though this book can be read as a standalone I want to go back and read the others in this series because I was loving their characters. Amazing read that doesn't need to be missed.
July 20, 2021
Buongiorno lettori!
Siamo arrivati al terzo volume della serie Good Girls di Holly Renee e io sono qui per parlarvi de La rovina di ogni cattivo ragazzo edito dalla Triskell Edizioni che ci racconta di Brandon, l'ultimo amico single rimasto all'interno della combriccola, e della nuova pasticcera che aprirà il negozio proprio vicino al loro studio di tatuaggi.
«A me pare avesse la testa a posto. Del resto, ha detto che sono bello.» Le sorrisi. [...]
«È soggettivo,» replicò Charlie con indifferenza, ma vidi benissimo che si mordeva il labbro inferiore per non scoppiare a ridere.
«Quindi secondo te non sono bello?» Mi misi una mano sul petto per lo shock.
«Non ho detto questo.»
Per Charlie non esiste altro oltre alla sua passione per i dolci. Quando trova un locale, che è perfetto per poter ospitare la pasticceria dei suoi sogni, non se lo lascia scappare. Un unico inconveniente, se così possiamo azzardarci a chiamarlo, è il bellissimo proprietario che lavora nello studio di tatuaggi adiacente. A dividere i due locali solo una parete di vetro che diventerà la vetrina perfetta per sbirciare i gesti l'uno dell'altra.
Brandon ha una reputazione da dongiovanni che lo precede per chilometri. Non è di certo il tipo con cui una brava ragazza come Charlie potrebbe pensare di instaurare una relazione seria e duratura. Ma non tutte le donne sono delle perle rare come lei... e se il nostro rubacuori cambiasse idea sull'amore?
«Che intenzioni hai con lei?» Si sedette vicino a me sulla panchina e puntò gli occhi dove erano restati fissi i miei da quando ero uscito.
«Nessuna intenzione.» Scrollai le spalle.
«Ce l’hai di sicuro l’intenzione. Non ti sei mai comportato così.»
«Così come?» Smisi finalmente di fissare la pasticceria e la guardai.
«Come se stessi marcando il territorio. Sei dolce.»
Questa storia va a chiudere una serie leggerissima che io ho apprezzato tantissimo. Tutti i romanzi non sono per nulla lunghi, aspetto che mi porta a classificarli come romanzi brevi, ma sono ben concentrati e si focalizzano su tutti i punti principali e indispensabili per il loro genere.
Brandon... lui, miei cari lettori, è il cattivo ragazzo per eccellenza. Tatuato, sexy da morire, sorrisetto arrogante a curvare quelle sue belle labbra e occhi magnetici capaci di imbambolare ogni ragazza nel giro di dieci metri. E lo so che in questo momento, proprio come me, state sospirando. Be' provate a immaginare la reazione di Charlie quando si ritroverà questo adone di fronte. Scherzi a parte, ho adorato Brandon soprattutto per il modo protettivo e attento con cui si approccerà alla nostra bella pasticcera.
Charlie è un grandissimo personaggio. Una di quelle ragazze che somiglia terribilmente a noi povere malcapitate, goffe e collezioniste di una figuraccia dietro l'altra. Con lei, come si può intuire, l'intesa è stata immediata, ho riso tantissimo e penso sia l'amica che tutti vorrebbero avere. Mi sono innamorata di questa coppia che, insieme, risulta davvero esplosiva.
Lo stile dell'autrice è semplice, leggero ma accattivante e passionale. Mi ci sono persa tra queste pagine e, credetemi, per un lettore non potrebbe esistere sensazione più bella. Se state cercando delle storie con lacrime e drammi, questa serie non fa al caso vostro. Ma se, invece, cercate leggerezza, romanticismo e frizzantezza, siete atterrati nella cittadina giusta dove, tra un tatuaggio e un dolcetto, potreste innamorarvi.
May 23, 2022
⭐️4.5/5
This was the sweetest bad boy romance I’ve read yet. It made me so giddy and swooning over the moon. Brandon had the reputation of a bad boy since the first book in the series when we first met him, but all that went out the window when he met Charlie.
Charlie was this cute girly girl cupcake baker and she wrapped bad boy Brandon around her finger without meaning to. Their chemistry is sweet and heartwarming. They were comfort and peace all in one.
This was the sweetest bad boy romance I’ve read yet. It made me so giddy and swooning over the moon. Brandon had the reputation of a bad boy since the first book in the series when we first met him, but all that went out the window when he met Charlie.
Charlie was this cute girly girl cupcake baker and she wrapped bad boy Brandon around her finger without meaning to. Their chemistry is sweet and heartwarming. They were comfort and peace all in one.
December 7, 2018
4.5 stars!
December 30, 2018
This was a sweet one!! The shy baking loving girl and the badass tattoo artist. Easy quick read. 4 stars.
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