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Bro'
I can't stand a BRO'. You know the type. Rich, hot, tan, full of himself. Well, I've got one under my skin and he's driving me insane. The worst part is, he knows it.
Clayton Westfield isn't my friend or even just a classmate. He's something even more annoying. My mother Dana works for the Westfield's and we live in their house. Well, above the garage really. Clayton is just a few years older so I've known him all my life. We even went to the same private school.
He's rich, he's loud, he's full of himself. He's a BRO' in the worst sense of the word.
And I can't take my eyes off of him. He knows it too. He has a lot of fun posing for me by the pool, half naked or worse. But the jokes on him because after freshman year of college, I finally grew boobs.
Now it's summer and he's the one who can't keep his eyes off of me.
Turn about is fair play, doncha think?
Clayton Westfield isn't my friend or even just a classmate. He's something even more annoying. My mother Dana works for the Westfield's and we live in their house. Well, above the garage really. Clayton is just a few years older so I've known him all my life. We even went to the same private school.
He's rich, he's loud, he's full of himself. He's a BRO' in the worst sense of the word.
And I can't take my eyes off of him. He knows it too. He has a lot of fun posing for me by the pool, half naked or worse. But the jokes on him because after freshman year of college, I finally grew boobs.
Now it's summer and he's the one who can't keep his eyes off of me.
Turn about is fair play, doncha think?
288 pages, Paperback
First published April 20, 2015
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Joanna Blake
63 books1,663 followersJoanna Blake loves good old fashioned romance, men who open doors and work with their hands. Hot Blooded Heroes is a series of sizzling stories about True Blue American men and the women who love them. She's thrilled to be collaborating with Pincushion Press on her new series! Come along for the ride!
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April 22, 2015
This started off with real potential - Clay, your arrogant spoilt self serving arse, monied , positioned and gods gift with his dick comes home for the summer and falls for Nevada (mouse). She is his Father's housekeepers daughter, living amongst the rich and titled but only tolerated. In the year she has been away at college she has managed to bloom into a Victoria secrets model and her life goes BOOM!
At this point, I'm not sure what direction the book wanted to go. Once Clay made claim to Nevada, he went from an arrogant rouge to a total twat, without rhyme or reason, but a raging alcoholic might be a good place to start. Nevada's mother is sacked and they are made homeless and Nevada then ends up working at a stripclub as a waitress at 18....WTF?? Hello?? where's mama while this is going on?? They hit rock bottom so fast my head is spinning.....
It then all conveniently gallops to the end and wraps up with Father and son going to get their women and "ta darrrr"...... HEA.......errrrrrr.......I am confused and a lot frustrated.......
Sadly, my unicorn was not delighted....I had to step away, no fluff or sprinkles here :(
At this point, I'm not sure what direction the book wanted to go. Once Clay made claim to Nevada, he went from an arrogant rouge to a total twat, without rhyme or reason, but a raging alcoholic might be a good place to start. Nevada's mother is sacked and they are made homeless and Nevada then ends up working at a stripclub as a waitress at 18....WTF?? Hello?? where's mama while this is going on?? They hit rock bottom so fast my head is spinning.....
It then all conveniently gallops to the end and wraps up with Father and son going to get their women and "ta darrrr"...... HEA.......errrrrrr.......I am confused and a lot frustrated.......
Sadly, my unicorn was not delighted....I had to step away, no fluff or sprinkles here :(
April 27, 2015
Nevada and her mother Dana live above the Westfield's garage. Nevada's mother Dana works for Mr. Westfield. His son Clay is returning home from Princeton. Nevada has always had a big crush on Clay, but he knows it. Yes he's gorgeous, tall, tanned, sexy, and arrogant as hell. He's always laughed at Nevada or mouse as he calls her. But Nevada has been away at school as well, and while away she's changed. She's filled out, now she's got the guys panting after her. So she figures it's time to turn the tables on Clay, let him want what he can't have.
While I quite liked this story it wasn't without things that bugged me. I got that Clay thought he was gods gift to women, but I really didn't like how he suddenly noticed and went all caveman on Nevada when they both came home from school all because she'd grown breasts. That made him appear even more shallow, at least that's how it seemed to me. He did convince me as the story went on that his feelings were genuine. Then there was Dana, Nevada's mother her character played a pivitol role in this story, yet there are only a few short scenes with her in, then later on in the story when Nevada is forced to take a job that most caring mothers would never allow their daughter to do, where was she?
This is a first read for me by this author and overall it was a good read, I would certainly be happy to read more of her work.
While I quite liked this story it wasn't without things that bugged me. I got that Clay thought he was gods gift to women, but I really didn't like how he suddenly noticed and went all caveman on Nevada when they both came home from school all because she'd grown breasts. That made him appear even more shallow, at least that's how it seemed to me. He did convince me as the story went on that his feelings were genuine. Then there was Dana, Nevada's mother her character played a pivitol role in this story, yet there are only a few short scenes with her in, then later on in the story when Nevada is forced to take a job that most caring mothers would never allow their daughter to do, where was she?
This is a first read for me by this author and overall it was a good read, I would certainly be happy to read more of her work.
April 25, 2015
This was awful. I don't know how I finished it.
Childish and superficial.
Not to mention the unprotected sex.
July 22, 2015
2.5 stars. This was just meh for me. it wasn't real bad but I just couldn't connect with them. His arrogance in the beginning was getting on my nerves and her at times was just dumb to me.
September 30, 2015
Short hot read
Misleading cover for a book thats about a rich playboy who hangs out around a country club and plays tennis.
Rich boy falls for childhood friend and hired help.
Friends to lovers story thats short and sweet.
Part of Heat this bonus additional read along with other bonus read A bad boy for summer
Misleading cover for a book thats about a rich playboy who hangs out around a country club and plays tennis.
Rich boy falls for childhood friend and hired help.
Friends to lovers story thats short and sweet.
Part of Heat this bonus additional read along with other bonus read A bad boy for summer
April 23, 2015
Quick read
This was a nice quick read.
Doesn't matter where you come from if your heart wants it then you must follow
This was a nice quick read.
Doesn't matter where you come from if your heart wants it then you must follow
April 23, 2015
Worth reading
I liked this book. I liked Nevada, however I have a love hate relationship with clay. He is arrogant and thinks he almighty but by the end he made me like.
I liked this book. I liked Nevada, however I have a love hate relationship with clay. He is arrogant and thinks he almighty but by the end he made me like.
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June 14, 2015DNF 56%
This book didn't suit my reading taste. For me personally it felt too young and silly instead of light and fun. However, I would try another book from this author.
This book didn't suit my reading taste. For me personally it felt too young and silly instead of light and fun. However, I would try another book from this author.
April 23, 2015
BRO is another fantastic book by amazing author Joanna Blake. It's a story that walks on the fringes of taboo love This is the love that emerges between a hot, sexy self absorbed socialite, Clay Westfield and Nevada Jones, the innocent beautiful daughter to his family's house manager/head housekeeper. When Clay last saw "Mouse"/Nevada she was a young, naive girl with a crush on him, now she has developed into this voluptuous, gorgeous butterfly. The story is about how Clay and Nevada struggle with their feelings for each other, initially chalking it up to pure sexual attraction that could be worked out of their system. Little did they know that a taste of the other would only leave them wanting more. This is Clay and Nevada's story about how they finally come to terms with their feelings for each other for what they really are and decide to act on them. The book discusses the obstacles physical, emotional and intellectual, that Clay and Nevada must endure and overcome, before they are able to realize their happy ever after. One of the obstacles being the love that Clay's father has for Nevada's mother and their decision to get married, making Clay and Nevada step siblings. The intimate moments between Nevada and Clay are exciting, hot, sexy and erotic. Through the use of words and graphic visualizations, author Joanna Blake creates a story that is full of emotion and sensuality that only serves to enhance the story. Joanna Blake creates characters that are well developed, realistic and very likeable. The relationships between the characters in the book are clearly explained so that the reader can easily understand them. The reader is pulled into the book by the author engaging them with the sexy verbal exchanges between Clay and Nevada that lead to their hot and steamy sex scenes. The reader falls in love with Clay and Nevada; you laugh with them, cry with them, feeling their heartbreak and triumphs all the while hoping they will see their way past the minutia to find their true hearts desire. Before you know it you are swept away in their struggle to resist each other and then their endeavors to find themselves until fate brings them back together for their happy ever after. The book flies by and before you know it you are at the end, wishing there were more. I truly enjoyed the book and would recommend it to others.
April 22, 2015
When I heard of this book, I immediately thought "another Step-Brother book" NOPE! Wrong! So very wrong! The title BRO' very misleading in all the best of ways!!!
Clayton is a rich boy, enjoying life, women, and booze.
Nevada is a poor girl, struggling to pay for school, and learn what to do with her now knock out body.
Nev's mom works for Clay's dad. They grew up together. Friends from a young age, Clay wasn't expecting Nev to come home from college looking like a swimsuit model. He was knocked over with her stunning new body!
Clay is possessive in all the best ways! Even when he wasn't sure exactly what was happening with his feelings, he knew Nev was gonna wind up in his bed sometime that summer, preferably sooner rather then later!
Giving in to Clay was not something Nev wanted to do but boy did she give in beautifully! She fought it for a while, but really who can resist a sexy god like man??
Not me!! I wanted to jump Clay's bones myself! This book was unlike anything Joanna has written before. There isn't any suspense, but there is lots of angst when Clay screws up, and boy did he ever! But the lengths he goes to, to fix his mistake, and to fix his dad's mistake, makes me want a Clay for myself! I adored how strong Nevada was even though she desperately wanted to give in to her love for Clay, but she made him work it!!
I loved how this book flowed! It was flawless, things just fell together, they clicked. Now the ending, oh boy are you in for a surprise!! Hehehe I'll never tell!!
10 amazing stars from NADBB!!!!
Reviewed by Krystal.
http://www.amazon.com/BRO-Joanna-Blak...
Clayton is a rich boy, enjoying life, women, and booze.
Nevada is a poor girl, struggling to pay for school, and learn what to do with her now knock out body.
Nev's mom works for Clay's dad. They grew up together. Friends from a young age, Clay wasn't expecting Nev to come home from college looking like a swimsuit model. He was knocked over with her stunning new body!
Clay is possessive in all the best ways! Even when he wasn't sure exactly what was happening with his feelings, he knew Nev was gonna wind up in his bed sometime that summer, preferably sooner rather then later!
Giving in to Clay was not something Nev wanted to do but boy did she give in beautifully! She fought it for a while, but really who can resist a sexy god like man??
Not me!! I wanted to jump Clay's bones myself! This book was unlike anything Joanna has written before. There isn't any suspense, but there is lots of angst when Clay screws up, and boy did he ever! But the lengths he goes to, to fix his mistake, and to fix his dad's mistake, makes me want a Clay for myself! I adored how strong Nevada was even though she desperately wanted to give in to her love for Clay, but she made him work it!!
I loved how this book flowed! It was flawless, things just fell together, they clicked. Now the ending, oh boy are you in for a surprise!! Hehehe I'll never tell!!
10 amazing stars from NADBB!!!!
Reviewed by Krystal.
http://www.amazon.com/BRO-Joanna-Blak...
April 22, 2015
This was a really sweet and spicy little story about what happens when rich meets poor, nice meets naughty and reality strikes both sides to come to an understanding and wonderful conclusion.
A wealthy man who is married to a cold woman and his spoiled preppy son who never takes no for an answer...BRO' starts off as a look into the different worlds of the bad boy "bro" Clayton and Nevada, the beautiful daughter of one of his father's most trusted servants/employees. When these two "kids" come home for summer break, they discover that things have changed and Nevada is no longer the awkward, skinny little girl he left behind and Clay is completely enamored of her and decides she will be his.
The antics of the boys at the "club" are typical douche moves made by guys who have too much money and nothing to lose and it takes some work on Clay's part to prove he is worthy of Nevada's attention and a gift she has to give him.
Life has a funny way of working out though and when a huge secret is revealed and Nevada allows Clay in too far into her heart, things get bad before they make a turn for the better..but has a really sweet and cool HEA ending. This is very much a romantic fairytale and a different direction for this author who usually writes heavy rocker and biker books. A fast paced and easy to read love story with not too many surprises (you can predict how it will end) but written in a fun and entertaining spirit...perfect summer reading for vacation or the beach!
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
**** 4.5 **** "father and son share more than their charms" stars
A wealthy man who is married to a cold woman and his spoiled preppy son who never takes no for an answer...BRO' starts off as a look into the different worlds of the bad boy "bro" Clayton and Nevada, the beautiful daughter of one of his father's most trusted servants/employees. When these two "kids" come home for summer break, they discover that things have changed and Nevada is no longer the awkward, skinny little girl he left behind and Clay is completely enamored of her and decides she will be his.
The antics of the boys at the "club" are typical douche moves made by guys who have too much money and nothing to lose and it takes some work on Clay's part to prove he is worthy of Nevada's attention and a gift she has to give him.
Life has a funny way of working out though and when a huge secret is revealed and Nevada allows Clay in too far into her heart, things get bad before they make a turn for the better..but has a really sweet and cool HEA ending. This is very much a romantic fairytale and a different direction for this author who usually writes heavy rocker and biker books. A fast paced and easy to read love story with not too many surprises (you can predict how it will end) but written in a fun and entertaining spirit...perfect summer reading for vacation or the beach!
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
**** 4.5 **** "father and son share more than their charms" stars
April 21, 2015
Absolutely loved this book.
I felt like I was living my school times, fancy a guy at school but he wouldn't accept you because he popular and you wasn't but you bump into him many years later and you have changed he now wants to know you.
Difference is, in this book clay notices her and knows she likes him but doesn't want to Persue not because she is ugly or poor because she isn't his type he sees her as a friend, plus her mom works for her dad. Nevada likes him but doesn't want him to know, because she knows what he is like plus her mom works for his dad and he is high class wouldn't work. But many years later things change.
First time I've ever read a book by Joanna and I loved it, will download more to more kindle.
want to know more go download it, so worth the read
I felt like I was living my school times, fancy a guy at school but he wouldn't accept you because he popular and you wasn't but you bump into him many years later and you have changed he now wants to know you.
Difference is, in this book clay notices her and knows she likes him but doesn't want to Persue not because she is ugly or poor because she isn't his type he sees her as a friend, plus her mom works for her dad. Nevada likes him but doesn't want him to know, because she knows what he is like plus her mom works for his dad and he is high class wouldn't work. But many years later things change.
First time I've ever read a book by Joanna and I loved it, will download more to more kindle.
want to know more go download it, so worth the read
April 23, 2015
I received and ARC from the author and must say I did enjoy this story. it's about Clay who is abspoulwd rich kid and Nevada who is his dad's assistants daughter. they grew up together , she always had a crush on him and he was busy having fun with other girls. she is no longer the mouse he remembered. she has grown into her skin and he realizes he has always wanted and cared about her. this story is about their journey and struggles to get there. as usual very well written and entertaining. great job Joanna Blake.
July 8, 2015
I enjoyed Player and picked up BRO. I did not understand why Clay wanted or felt protective of Nev except her body changed. Nev was the housekeeper's daughter but Clay never payed attention to her until now.
The sudden attention and protection from Clay made no sense. Then Nev was willing to give it up to Clay without him really saying much to her. Plus she knew he had been drinking when he took her to his room.
I did not feel a connection. It all felt forced and the story felt off. It was a DNF for me at 49%. I love these type of stories but it was not written well.
The sudden attention and protection from Clay made no sense. Then Nev was willing to give it up to Clay without him really saying much to her. Plus she knew he had been drinking when he took her to his room.
I did not feel a connection. It all felt forced and the story felt off. It was a DNF for me at 49%. I love these type of stories but it was not written well.
May 15, 2015
This,is the first title I have read by Joanna Blake and it certainly won't be the last. I received this book for an honest review.
I wasn't sure what to expect when I started reading but was pleasantly surprised when I got into it. I didn't want to put the book down and finished it in a few hours. It's a great love story that I didn't want to end. I want more! The only bad part is that this is a standalone and all I want to to know more about Clay and Nevada's story.
I wasn't sure what to expect when I started reading but was pleasantly surprised when I got into it. I didn't want to put the book down and finished it in a few hours. It's a great love story that I didn't want to end. I want more! The only bad part is that this is a standalone and all I want to to know more about Clay and Nevada's story.
April 22, 2015
Absolutely loved this book. you know when you really fancied this guy in school and he never gave you the time of day, but many years later you bump into each other and all of a sudden he wants to know you??This was a first book I've ever read of Joannas and I loved it, will be downloading many more.will tell all my friends to get this book
Happy reading and share share
Happy reading and share share
April 24, 2015
Enjoyable
I thought this was a very good read. The story was hot and fast paced.. clay and never are about as opposite as you can get. Together the are freaking scorching. Hot alpha who knows what he wants!!!
I thought this was a very good read. The story was hot and fast paced.. clay and never are about as opposite as you can get. Together the are freaking scorching. Hot alpha who knows what he wants!!!
May 1, 2015
From player to lover!
A cliche to be sure,but I can always appreciate a
Cinderella story. A hot H and sweet virgin,no angst,no sad drama. It's a book u read when u need to escape the real world! Love it!
A cliche to be sure,but I can always appreciate a
Cinderella story. A hot H and sweet virgin,no angst,no sad drama. It's a book u read when u need to escape the real world! Love it!
July 21, 2015
This was a pretty easy read. The writing and story were pretty light hearted. If you are looking for an uncomplicated read with an HEA, this may work for you. There is some drama, but everything is resolved with out much complication.
September 6, 2019
OMG.... i love this book so much! It was sooo romantic and sweet! One of my favorite.... NO CHEATING AND HAPPY ENDING! The guy was very possessive and alpha caveman! I loved it! The guy wants the girl sooo bad and chase her sooo bad...
May 8, 2015
loved it!!!!
July 14, 2015
A nice quick easy read.
April 24, 2015
I like this story. I recommend this read.
April 25, 2015
VERY VERY VERY GOOD
This book is a fabulous read worth every penny...the characters were great and the stow as Awsome as well..loved it
This book is a fabulous read worth every penny...the characters were great and the stow as Awsome as well..loved it
April 25, 2015
Good book.
April 29, 2015
Rating: 3,75⭐️
Nice quick read. But would enjoy it more if the characters and the story would be more developed. Because the story has that kind of potential.
Nice quick read. But would enjoy it more if the characters and the story would be more developed. Because the story has that kind of potential.
April 29, 2015
3.5, lost points for immaturity- but what can you expect from an 18 & 21 year old.
May 7, 2020
Beginning of publication list
4 Star Kindle Unlimited Read
As you all know I was introduced to Joanna Blake through a series question. After reading both books in the series, I was hooked.
This is author Joanna Blake's first book published on Amazon and my third read. I'm taking it old school as I enjoy reading in publication and series order to see the authors craft grow.
Bro was a fun story with a happy ending that could have ended tragically. Although, the book didn't have enough angst and cheeky banter for my overboard taste it was a novel (no pun intended) attempt.
I can't wait to experience the author grow her storylines and suck me straight into the tale.
***Please toggle or advance 100% to the end of all Kindle Unlimited books so that authors get paid the credit for your enjoyment or non-enjoyment. It only fair to the authors***
4 Star Kindle Unlimited Read
As you all know I was introduced to Joanna Blake through a series question. After reading both books in the series, I was hooked.
This is author Joanna Blake's first book published on Amazon and my third read. I'm taking it old school as I enjoy reading in publication and series order to see the authors craft grow.
Bro was a fun story with a happy ending that could have ended tragically. Although, the book didn't have enough angst and cheeky banter for my overboard taste it was a novel (no pun intended) attempt.
I can't wait to experience the author grow her storylines and suck me straight into the tale.
***Please toggle or advance 100% to the end of all Kindle Unlimited books so that authors get paid the credit for your enjoyment or non-enjoyment. It only fair to the authors***
May 8, 2015
This had the makings of a good story but it fell flat for me. If it would've been fleshed out more, if there would've been more growth amongst the characters, if the whole thing didn't feel so rushed... it would've been great.
I just didn't feel a strong connection with the characters. Clay never developed any substance; remaining superficial in my eyes and Nevada wasn't as feisty and as rub-it-in-your-face as I wanted (and as she deserved) her to be.
As for their parents... I didn't mind their connection (although I despise unfaithfulness- present or past) but how things turned out was just... kinda weird.
In the end, I just didn't buy the happily ever after. I felt like the characters didn't quite earn it to the best of their abilities.
I just didn't feel a strong connection with the characters. Clay never developed any substance; remaining superficial in my eyes and Nevada wasn't as feisty and as rub-it-in-your-face as I wanted (and as she deserved) her to be.
As for their parents... I didn't mind their connection (although I despise unfaithfulness- present or past) but how things turned out was just... kinda weird.
In the end, I just didn't buy the happily ever after. I felt like the characters didn't quite earn it to the best of their abilities.
June 16, 2015
Clay, rich, self absorbed player....
Nevada, poor, just blossomed beauty (love the name Nevada!)
When Clay and Nevada come home from school for summer, Clay realizes that things have changed...body wise and feelings wise (!)....and sets about trying to bed Nevada.....then it all goes horribly wrong...but never fear, a HEA is in sight!
This line had me laughing out loud...'I was really f*****g glad to see her. My big brain and my little brain, which wasn't so little, for the record'!!! I also loved how he called his man bits Mr Fancy!!!!
This was a perfect read sat in the sun in my garden :)
Nevada, poor, just blossomed beauty (love the name Nevada!)
When Clay and Nevada come home from school for summer, Clay realizes that things have changed...body wise and feelings wise (!)....and sets about trying to bed Nevada.....then it all goes horribly wrong...but never fear, a HEA is in sight!
This line had me laughing out loud...'I was really f*****g glad to see her. My big brain and my little brain, which wasn't so little, for the record'!!! I also loved how he called his man bits Mr Fancy!!!!
This was a perfect read sat in the sun in my garden :)
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