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He was the sh*t four years ago, and he's the sh*t now, but frankly darling, I don't give a d*mn.

CAT

I don't care how hot he looks or how badly I needed his brotherly rescuing when I was almost mauled by practically a dog in heat at the swankiest industry party I'd ever been to.

Oh I would not give in. I don't care about the thousands of fans who worship him. I don't care that he's rumored to be the number one NFL draft pic. My assumptions were right about him in High School. And he's an a**. Leopards don't change their spots darlin'.

I worked too hard to get where I am to be broken again.

RAMON

I always get what I want and that's just how it's always been. It's what makes a great leader and oh I can lead no matter how many blocks or c*cks try to thwart me.

I broke records as only a Sophomore taking my High School team to state. And we won. In college, I won the Heisman Trophy and now I'm up for the NFL draft. What does that tell you about me? I don't take no for answer. And I will work HARD to reach my goals. No.Matter.What.

I'm not arrogant, I'm just determined. But even great champs make mistakes. And the mistake I made years ago, I'm determined to make it up to her. For every ounce of pain I caused her, I'd make it up between her legs. Oh yard after yard I'd go for her. Until she begs me to stop. This I promise you.


Warning, this 30k sports romance novella gets so hot, you may have to hit the showers. Just saying!

Please enjoy my bonus novel Tempt Me, Ravage Me—a stepbrother romance

245 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 14, 2016

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Stephanie Brother

356 books2,489 followers
International bestselling author Stephanie Brother writes high heat love stories with a hint of the forbidden. Since 2015, she’s been bringing to life handsome, flawed heroes who know how to treat their women. If you enjoy stories involving multiple lovers, including twins, triplets, stepbrothers, and their friends, you’re in the right place. When it comes to books and men, Stephanie truly believes it’s the more, the merrier.

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Profile Image for Lula Pantoofle.
1,035 reviews39 followers
February 13, 2018
The story of funny fat Cat and jock Ramon. I do like transformation storylines but this one didn’t quite do it for me. I felt a bit sad that Cat changed herself because if all the negative comments she got about her weight. Whilst i’m sure it’s true to real life, it just felt like a negative reason for doing it.

Then the story goes on about how supermodel hot she is. Eye roll. I know she tries to send out positive messages about being happy with your body but the end result was that she changed her body image in order to conform to everyone around her and gain approval. I’m not trying to be right on here. I just prefer stories about slightly imperfect people getting hot guys. You know, gives a girl hope!

Ramon is sweet but he should have stood up for Cat from the beginning. I found it hard to forgive his earlier actions. Why had he felt like he had to talk shot about her? It just didn’t sit well.

The outrageous party felt OTT. The fact Cat was so green felt off. She must have been to plenty of party’s like this on her career path. And I didn’t like how she just left her friend Lindsey there when she was vulnerable.

Too many things missing: Cat’s aforementioned wit? contraceptives? Actual football? Witty banter? Friends?
Profile Image for Lindsay.
540 reviews16 followers
April 15, 2022
I liked the idea of this book. The insecurity of high school, the second chance years after the H made that stupid comment that the h overhears. I liked that they both went on with their lives and made something of themselves. What I did not like was the fact that Cat only felt worthy when she lost so much weight and became what she thought others would like. I would've had more respect for her if she either became a plus size model or changed because she wanted too not because of everyone else. And I didn't like the fact that Ramon was so obsessed with her new skinny super exercised body. I got the feeling that if she hasn't lost the weight he would not have gave her a second glance let alone a second chance!
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389 reviews4 followers
June 6, 2017
I loved this story A lot of determination in both of them
Profile Image for Brandy Foote .
97 reviews
January 6, 2018
it was good

I really like Stephanie brother books.. this was one was good but i was filling a little lost a first.. but that turned a around..
Profile Image for Sandra Walker.
583 reviews4 followers
May 6, 2018
Good, awesome story that I can identify with. Now if I could only get into the work out stuff.
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339 reviews2 followers
February 20, 2017
Not the best book i have read by Stephanie Brother but the story did have potential
Profile Image for Tanja.
741 reviews16 followers
April 20, 2016
yup, that shower was needed after i was done reading about cat and ramon. as a teen cat packed a bit more weight. in hopes of getting into shape she asked ramon, her stephbrother to help her train, which he did. but when she walks in on him at school and hears what he has to stay about her and her figure she looses it. she's determined to get in shape and forget all about ramon!
6 years later and there isn't a trace left of "fat cat" , she's now one of the hottest models around and is wanted left right and center.
when ramon sees her on television he can't belief his eyes. his stepsister turned into a real looker, noth that she had to change for him, he liked her just the way she was. going back on memory lane he knows he hurt her and he really wants to apologize to her but he doesn't really know how.
when they run into each other at a nightclub ramon grabs his chance to get back in touch.
what follows is a whirlwind of emotions and trips down memory lane as both youngsters come to terms what they feel or don't feel for each other. they get up close and personal to work out their differences.

i wonder who needed the shower more, them or me? what a heated and naughty read this was. i'm glad they could work things out one way or another! lovely read and wouldn't mind rereading it at any time!

free copy given in exchange for an honest review
Profile Image for Kristy Dean-Veen.
1,203 reviews15 followers
April 27, 2016
Inspiring and good short story with bonus book

This review is only for personal, bonus book has a review under its title. I love Stephen's writing style. This story is very up lifting. Starts with high school students who return to each other later in life. I would read again .
Overview. Cat was known as the fat funny girl. Even when she tries to better herself, everyone only sees her as fat Cat except Ramon. Ramon is the hot football kid in school. When he offers to train Cat in private at his gym, she takes him up on it in exchange for helping him with math. The two different envelope a bond. That is until they watch their parents walk in and say they are getting married. They didn't know that their parent even knew each other. This makes Ramon mad and he says a few mean things to a friend about fat Cat and Cat over hears. This drives Cat into a nutritionist in France. She comes back a few years later very skinny and on the cover of sports illustrated swimsuit addition and the next top model. Ramon and Cat meet at celebrity party before his NFL draft. Both decide to see where this could go.
Profile Image for Lin ( Nerdy Bookworm).
1,049 reviews4 followers
April 16, 2016
               *** Received a copy from the author in exchange for an honest review ***
Cat Johnson (Funny Fat Cat) had been the center of everyone's attention due to her overweight and it lead to pranks, talks and bullying while in school. This book touches on some great topics and encompasses love and true devotion between two people, who is truly attracted to each other yet afraid of the off-limits guidelines. Ramon Nicholas is the big shot high school quarterback awaiting to be drafted but assist with the other kids insulting Cat (peer pressure). The story reflect how the two become step-siblings due to marriage and Cat moves away. Several years later, Cat looses all her weight and become a famous super model on SI. Ramon become a famous quarterback and sees the new Cat Johnson on TV. Don't you just love it when the writer writes amazing supporting characters to not only suck us in to the story, but to truly bring out the personalities in the main characters making you feel like you can relate. This is definitely one of those story and a must read!
Profile Image for Mignon Mykel.
Author 87 books687 followers
April 19, 2016
3.5 / 5 stars

This was an interesting read. The style didn't always flow as I prefer, but the plotline itself was fun. We start with new-ish model Cat and a major Sports Illustrated show. She was "Fat Cat" in high school and after much taunting, ended up humiliated by her personal trainer...

....her stepbrother.

I have to say -- I love when I get that "heart clench" feeling in a book. Generally it's at the end when the half of the couple that made the major boo-boo apologizes and confesses his/her undying love.

That major heart clench moment was in the first few pages.

Ramon made mistakes as a teen, and seeing how far Cat has come since he saw her last... I absolutely adored watching him work to win Cat's affections -- but equally, I loved that Cat simply didn't roll over and say 'pet me'.

Altogether, a fun read! I just didn't connect as well as I would have liked.
Profile Image for Amanda Ridings.
149 reviews7 followers
May 26, 2016
This book is a stepbrother romance mixed with a sports romance. Our H is Ramon, a former Heisman Trophy winner now entering the NFL Draft. Our h is Cat Johnson, formerly known as Funny Fat Cat.

Cat was the recipient of bullying back in high school. She was the fat funny girl. Cat and Ramon, the star QB, end up as step siblings. Cat ask Ramon to help her get in better shape. He agrees to help her get healthier but ends up really liking spending time with her. When Cat hears Ramon being a typical high school jock, she is deeply hurt. She ends up moving away to get in shape.

6 years later, Ramon is awaiting the NFL Draft and Cat is a famous Sports Illustrated model. What happens when these 2 meet again? This wasn't my favorite book I have read by this author, I really didn't connect with the main characters as much as her other books but I still enjoyed it.
Profile Image for Dee Archer.
664 reviews4 followers
April 16, 2016
A hot, sexy feel-good story of Ramon and Cat. They met in high school and made some memories together, some good, some not. In fact, the last time they interacted, Ramon hurt and angered Cat so much it changed the direction of her life. Their lives split apart for years while each focused on their own personal goals. Ramon was dedicated to the pathway of becoming an NFL football star. After several years, their paths crossed again and the reader will be in "romance book heaven". Beautiful story of second chances, of winning life's goals and embracing one's heart's desire. I was fortunate to experience this joy by the gifting from the author of this book in exchange for an honest review. Five stars.
396 reviews9 followers
April 24, 2016
Ramon and Cat are great together

What I like about this book is how easy and open (and funny) Ramon and Cat are with each other, especially in the flashbacks. I love the joking and conversations and how they are so comfortable together. They also really heat up the sheets—and a rooftop.

You can tell that Ramon truly likes Cat—not just wants in her pants once she exercises her way onto the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Despite how their friendship shattered back in high school, it’s obvious that he wasn’t into just because she’s now a famous model.

Love the epilogue. I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Profile Image for Susan.
1,296 reviews22 followers
May 15, 2016
I love second chances, and I really enjoyed this book. The part that happened in high school, is unfortunately very realistic. Ramon is the star quarterback, and he seems to like Cat a lot, but in front of his friends, he plays right along with calling her Fat Cat like everyone else does. I really like though how that made her do something about it, and four years later she is a popular model. Way to go Cat! Then as Ramon is hoping to be drafted into the NFL, they meet again. This time around, it is really sweet and sizzling hot at the same time. I loved this sweet, hot combination. I received this book from the author in return for an honest review.
Profile Image for Lieve.
576 reviews17 followers
April 21, 2016
Stephanie Brother never fails when she has to deliver a great book !
So thank you Stephanie for this sexy, heartwarming and emotional story about Cat and Ramon and for the free bonus as well .
I really loved the book and the characters Cat and Ramon .
It was wonderfully unexpected ,sizzling hot with high emotions and great twists and turns .
Personal pulled me in from the start and I was totally drawn into their lifes .
You will like this story if you 'll love a tough strong and smart determined woman such as Cat Johnson .
Was gifted this book for an honest review .
Profile Image for Jo Smith.
695 reviews4 followers
April 19, 2016
A gutsy motivational taboo romance - who knew that was even possible - Stephanie Brother, that's who and her book fans expect no less. Packed full of emotion this novella with the story of Cat & Ramon will keep you flicking the pages to find out what happens next and also translates a strong message that hard work and determination can capture your dreams & make them a reality. My only blip was the amount of time difference in the epilogue
Profile Image for D.
894 reviews
April 15, 2016
Steamy Fun Read!

This is such amazing read. Cat was a bit over weight in high school. She met Ramon and you knew there was chemistry there between them both. He asks her to join him in some training. They had no clue Ramon's dad was dating Cat's mom. Ramon becomes a bully to her at school. Couple years later Ramon see's Cat and she looks different. Can Cat forgive Ramon?
98 reviews
April 20, 2016
What a story!! Hot mess, Hot sex, But ALL GOOD!!! I was being told and expected hot and steamy romance happening in the book, did not see the hot mess coming. But, that's what made the whole story so interesting and hard to put down. Well done!
I received an ARC COPY of the book in exchange for an honest review.
1,024 reviews10 followers
April 26, 2016
Cat was a sweet kind funny girl pretty but over weight. Ramon was the star quarterback the golden boy with a sweet heart. Cat looses all her weight and become a famous super model. Ramon become a famous quarterback and sees the new Cat Johnson on TV. Man was this a steamy read. I loved the story line and plot. I received a copy of this story in exchange for an honest review.
Profile Image for Cheryl   Graham-Petit.
4,124 reviews26 followers
April 26, 2016
I receive an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. It's sexy, it's hot, it''s naughty, it's... fantastic! Great writing, awesome story-line, and interesting and captivating characters.
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86 reviews1 follower
May 5, 2016
Read this book with my Amazon Unlimited membership and had a hard time with all the errors in grammar, missing & misused words. The story jumped a bit without a real solid story progression in my opinion.
Profile Image for Kelly Yekel.
717 reviews2 followers
May 5, 2016
I have received this Arc of Personal in exchange for a honest review!
Really really sweet!
Cat was overweight in high school, Ramon the hot H.S. football star thriving to be in the NFL. I just adore these two and strongly recommend this book! It's HOT!
Profile Image for Ree.
2,522 reviews53 followers
May 16, 2016
I received an ARC of this novel.

The storyline was interesting and sort of motivational. I didn't get the connection with Cat & Ramon, but I was still able to enjoy the book.

I enjoyed the bonus read a lot, though.
Profile Image for Sheila Schwartz.
1,736 reviews5 followers
May 18, 2016
This was quite an unexpectedly engrossing story that kept my attention way into the night because I had to read just one more page! Sexy and scintillating and will definitely read more from Ms. Brother!!
Profile Image for Jasmine Roman.
793 reviews9 followers
June 18, 2016
Loved

I loved it so much it was so hot hot hot. I loved the characters so much they had me laughing so much. The bonus book was so great too. So it was great having 2 books in one that were both so good.
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