Billionaire Bad Boy Hunter Rexon is my new boss and totally off-limits.
Stranded on a highway. Phone dead. Skirt torn. Dignity? Gone. Then a biker with tattoos and stormy eyes stops to help. He’s not just a ride. He’s Hunter Rexon. My new boss.
Everyone says he’s brutal. Ruthless. The last man I should trust. But starting over in the small town of Rose Hills means living under his roof, under his rules.
He’s grumpy, sharp, and so magnetic I want to scream. He won’t bend. I won’t break.
One second, he’s snapping at me, the next, he’s acting like my shield. The more we clash, the more I crave him. His iron rules? They’re starting to melt.
I’ve been pouring my heart out to a stranger online. A man who listens. Who understands me in ways no one else ever has.
I don’t know who he is. I just know he feels real.
If the walls of my real life and secrets come down, I won’t lose my job… I’ll lose the one man my heart chose long before I understood why.
Grumpy Sunshine duosText to lovers romanceBeauty & the Beast vibesHe falls first and harderFound familyOff-limits romance No cheating, just sweet romance with tension and banter. A sweet, clean, small-town romance where sizzling chemistry meets forbidden love—and neither one stands a chance.
So far it’s not quite a fluffy hallmark situation. So much so is almost boring. On page 86 and I feel like all we’ve read is both their thoughts. And the same thoughts over and over. We shall see if I finish. He was mean grumpy and softened a little.
I don’t feel the “you’ve got mail” side story aka your my secret admirer on the internet added to the story.
Their online names are weird. And stay online while I sleep? Also weird.
North: “Sleep, Wind. I’ve got you.”
Got you how?? You don’t even know each other
If you like slooowww burn this is for you. Page 200 and and they “touched fingers” grabbing an item and it jolted them both
Cover didn’t quite match the personalities but they finally kiss at for real end of the book.
Content One kiss Fire/lies Abandoned parents Controlling fiancé One punch/fight
Adaline Miller was not having the best luck at that moment. She was due at her new job, and her car had just broken down. She had a dead phone, it was cold, and it had started to rain, and there was no one on the road to catch a ride with. Adaline got back in the car to worry herself about how she would now get herself out of this mess. First, she had lost her parents, then her grandmother, and then well... never mind. A loud rumble rolls toward her.
So she hopped out of the car and started waving her arms over her head, hoping the person on the motorcycle would see her. He does, and he pulled over, leaving his helmet with the visor down. The deep low rough voice asked, “Car trouble?” Even with his grumpy voice she walked over to see if he could help her with her car. She knew the car was definitely not fixable by someone whose mechanical expertise stops at pumping gas. He didn’t say, hello.
There was zero warmth. He didn't even ask if she was alright. If a voice could scowl, his definitely did. “Yes, please, it just died, and my phone too, and I…” With rain pouring off his helmet and leather jacket he was intimidating, towering over her by at least a foot. He got off his bike and looked under her hood only to determine it could not be fixed at that time. His shoulders tense, muscles shifting beneath his jacket while she stood a few feet back, hugging herself, shivering waiting for his verdict.
Just a tall, storm-soaked wall of a man helping her whether she likes it or not. Her luck was unreal. Nevertheless, she was grateful he was there, grateful that she wasn’t alone, soaked and stranded, grateful she was still alive. “It’s not fixable. Not here.” The bluntness hits like a punch. “Oh.” Her voice is small, swallowed by the wind. “Where are you headed?” he asks. “R‑Rexon Mansion,” she says, rain dripping from her lashes. He goes still.
Just for a moment, but enough that she notices. He just turns away from her, boots splashing through a shallow puddle as he walks straight back to his motorcycle. For a horrifying second, she thinks he’s about to leave her here. He stops beside the bike, glances over his shoulder, and jerks his chin. “You coming or not?” That’s it. No context. No instructions. Just get on. Her survival instinct decides for her. “Yes! Wait. My bag.” “Where do I…um…where do I hold on?”
“To me.” This is the wildest, most reckless thing she’s ever done, he never actually confirmed he knew where the Rexon Mansion was. “Do you even know where the Rexon Mansion is?” He doesn’t respond. Not a nod. Not a hand gesture. Nothing. His hand closes over hers where it’s clinging to his waist. He pulls it forward and presses her palm flat against the motorbike’s tank—firm, deliberate, holding it in place. Recovering from her shock, she realizes he was steadying her, keeping her from slamming into him when the bike comes to a stop.
They reached a towering iron gate. Without removing his helmet, without saying a single word, he reached out and punched in a code. The gate unlocks with a heavy clank. He didn’t just know where the mansion was, he belonged there. This was her new workplace. He extends a hand. “Hunter Rexon.” The name hits her like a shock. Rexon. Her new boss. “Jane Rexon’s nephew,” he says. “You must be Adaline Miller.”
In this book, you will see how two damaged souls come together to take care of the well-being of Jane Rexon. Who ends up being their savior and loving counselor hurt souls slash matchmaker. Hunter learned how to love without hiding. Adaline learned how to stay and still be herself. I loved Aunt Jane and Ms. Lane. But most of all seeing Hunter evolve was the best part.
Synopsis: Adaline Miller is starting over in the small town of Rose Hills, and her first day isn’t going well. Her car broke down, her skirt is torn, her phone is dead, and it’s raining. Enter, her rescuer - a grumpy biker, with tattoos, stormy eyes, and no desire to talk. Oh, and she just learned that he also happens to be her new boss, Hunter Rexon. Which means she’ll be living under his roof, and his rules. This might be the perfect time to turn to the stranger that she’s been pouring her heart out to online. He listens, he understands like no one else ever has, and he feels real.
Trope: close proximity Trope: grumpy/sunshine Trope: enemies to lovers Trope: found family Trope: secret identity
POV: Dual
What I liked: Both characters were wounded in their own way, but they were facing those challenges very differently. I appreciated how they came to recognize each other’s struggles, and learn to give one another grace.
I couldn’t stop reading because: I wanted to know how the truth would come out, and if Adaline would be able to stop running. Would Hunter be the safe place to land that she needed, or would she feel disappointed in life, yet again?
My favorite thing about Hunter: His loyalty to his aunt, and his desire to make a difference, without any recognition.
My favorite thing about Adaline: Her ability to keep moving forward with determination, positivity, and kindness, despite life’s challenges.
Crushing On My Grumpy Billionaire Boss opens with a classic scene familiar to romance readers everywhere. On her way to a new job, on a lonely stretch of road, Adaline’s car breaks down in the middle of a thunderstorm, phone battery dead, and she is rescued by a mysterious man on a motorbike. Her saviour turns out to be her new boss and he is not impressed. To begin with he does his best to drive her away, but she is made of sterner stuff, and has nowhere else to go anyway. She has been hired to look after his Aunt Jane, and he pretty soon changes his mind about wanting her gone. Underneath his gruff exterior, he is actually very thoughtful. A traumatic past has caused him to build walls around his heart to keep people out. Adaline has recently run away from a controlling ex-fiancé, and is wary of trusting anyone. When he tracks her down, Hunter immediately steps up to protect her. The characters are well drawn and believable, though the ex is understandably a bit of a cliché. We get chapters from the point of view of both Adaline and Hunter which gives us insight into why they behave as they do. The small-town setting is the perfect backdrop for this emotionally charged story to play out. This is the second book I have read by this author and it won’t be the last. Thanks to the author for providing a digital ARC.
If you’re looking for a grumpy billionaire with strong Beauty and the Beast vibes and slow burn, this is definitely the book for you. Adeline is a nurse searching for a safe place to hide and rebuild her life after everything she’s been through. When she takes a job caring for an elderly woman, she finds herself moving into a grand, secluded mansion and straight into the orbit of Hunter. Hunter is the definition of grumpy and brooding. Fiercely protective of his aunt, he keeps everyone at a distance, hiding his painful past behind thick emotional walls. But beneath that cold exterior is someone far more complicated… and far more vulnerable than he lets on. As Adeline settles into the mansion, her quiet strength and compassion begin to chip away at Hunter’s defenses. What starts as tension and distance slowly turns into something deeper, as both characters are forced to confront their pasts and learn to trust again.
This book is a cute read. I enjoyed the character growth and watching as Hunter and Adaline learned to trust each other. However, the author kept trying to make every line poetic. Which sometimes isn’t a bad thing, but when reading this it was getting exhausting trying to keep track of the similes and metaphors. The story was cute. But sometimes it was hard to relate to characters that seemed too polished? No, seemed too beautiful. Beautiful in the way that the way they think was a little too musical. It was just exhausting to say the least. Despite all that, the story really is cute and the characters are fun to read about.
This definitely wasn’t my favorite book, but it’s also not the worst.
I understand how hard it is to write a book and put it out there. So I don’t want to give so much hate but reward the bravery.
It takes a special kind of courage to let the world read a piece of your heart. 🫶🏼
From the title and cover, figured that it would be an entertaining rom-com. However, it was much more - far deeper emotionally. Adaline joins the Rexon house as a nurse for Hunter's aunt in small town Rose Hills, where many haven't stayed long due to Hunter's expectations and grumpiness. Though, Adaline is escaping a work-related romance and desiring to start over anew. Unfortunately, they bring much baggage to the scenario that needs to be untangled. Their only support seems to be 'Heartline' - an online connection with another related to difficult scenarios. Amidst it all, the story digs deep emotionally to unravel it all. A book where someone can expect more that will maintain one's interest throughout.
I truly love her writing style. It's sort of poetic, yet not. It's sort of minimalist and simple, yet deep and profound. It speaks deep truths in simple terms. A truly touching story with depth of emotion conveyed in few words. The style itself keeps me engaged. The simple truths stated, poignant. The story itself is just icing on the cake, for me. Loved how everyone got their happily ever after. The choices made, good ones. The good feeling lingers well after finished reading. Nice!
I thoroughly enjoyed the emotions of "Crushing On My Grumpy Billionaire Boss", by Mila Moss. This book was filled with humorous moments, sarcasm, small-town life, loss and betrayal. From page one, the circumstances seemed to endeavor to cause friction between the two main characters to ignite!! I loved the familial atmosphere and the bonding of love and truth. However, there were a few mild curse words that I thought could have been edited out. Due to that, I gave this story 4 out of 5 stars.
Getting to a new job but your car breaks foen and the one who helps you ends up being your boss. Yes that it what happened to Adeline on her way to her new job as a nurse after a horrible break-up. Hunter was trying to stay home, watch over who ever took care of his aunt and try to forget the town that did not like him. It was a wonderful story of growth, persistence, leaning and much more. Two humans who where connected even thought that did not know it yet. But I really liked the story and characters ♡
This had me so enthralled that I struggled to stop and do life. For the first time reading this author, I will be following her on the various platforms where her books are available. The story was full of anger, because of the past that could affect the future, the "mystery" of who the online chat users were and how it would come out eventually. It was good to read of decisions and attitudes that could be changed for the improvement in relationships as well as for the improvement to the town.
Important bits first. Super clean slow burn retelling of Beauty and the Beast. He's rich and a villain in town. She comes to his cursed mansion to be a caretaker to his aging aunt. He's already got a housekeeper. She disturbs him and his silent home. She has a handsome suave man obsessed with possessing her. She ran away. But I was taken by the way they spoke of being chosen.
That was legitimately one of the sentences in the book. "I'm" SHOULD have been "I am". There were also way too many short sentences. The ones used for impact. Just like this. Way too often.
It was frustrating to read. If those things wouldn't frustrate you, then you might like it more than me. It's a clean/closed door romance (kisses only).
I gave the book two stars because it was okay. I didn't hate it or dislike it, but I struggled to finish it.
Adeline takes a job as a live in nurse at a mansion. In her way there her car dies and a man on a motorcycle who is very grumpy picks her up and takes her to the mansion. As it turns out this is his mansion and his aunt that she is working for. This is a great grumpy billionaire enemies to lovers small town romance!
This story was utterly delightful! The chemistry and banter between Adaline and Hunter had me hooked! I loved how both of their characters grew together and learned more about themselves through their budding relationship! Top notch, a MUST read--you won't regret it!
Good! But…Stupid cover. Stupid name. Looks like brainless smut… Whoever helped the author come up with those, did them a major disservice to being seen as a quality book.
This it was a fun, sweet story with very likable characters. Clean with language and romance, and all-around, very recommendable to teen readers and those who just like sweet romance stories.
The main characters had hard lives, but were able to finally see each other for who they were and to be there for one another. I really enjoyed the journey they took together. I think others will enjoy this book too.
Hunter and Adaline are such interesting characters. This book is filled with a lot of emotions. Both running from their past and trying to keep themselves safe from further disappointment. A great enemies to lovers story.
Two broken people, who meet first on line. Both have faced loss and don’t trust easily. Falling in love and finally believing in each other is a rough but touching journey.
After reading the first paragraph I was looking forward to reading this book. Unfortunately this feeling didn’t last and I lost my empathy with the characters and it took some effort to reach the happy ending.
Such a sweet read. I really enjoyed it! I especially enjoyed the secret identity communication aspect. I loved the beauty and the beast feel!! I especially love that she’s a nurse!! I seriously enjoyed this so much!!
Mila Moss'#s style of storytelling is warm and smooth like molasses. I liked how Adeline and Hunter didn't rush into a relationship. They took things very slow. They grew clos e and closer together until they were everything for each other. Good book
This is a good easy read. The cold wounded hero gradually is affectionate toward the very nice,cheerful homecare nurse. The online relationship was interesting. It’s nice to see competent,educated female characters.
Plus un 3,5 qu’un 4. C’était mignon, prévisible mais mignon. Le côté coup de foudre immédiat est un peu trop boring, mais ça au final ça reste agréable à lire.
2.5 stars. This is a pretty disappointing romance. You can count the number of conversations they have with each other on one hand. 95% of this book is internal monologues.
This was such a beautiful story. It showed the power of understanding and seeing and not judging. I really liked the themes and how the characters came together.