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Pleasure Cove #2
Playing with Temptation
A love for all time
North Carolina pro footballer Nate Johnston built his reputation on talent, drive and good sportsmanship. But a devastating recent loss derails his team’s shot at winning the championship…and Nate’s career when a compromising video goes viral. In need of a miracle, the star wide receiver feels ambushed when his brother enlists media consultant Kendra Williams to do damage control. The reignited desire for the woman he once wanted to spend forever with can only cause Nate deeper heartache.
Walking away from the man she loved seven years ago is the biggest regret of Kendra’s life. Now her son needs a closer relationship with his father…and Kendra needs to win back Nate’s trust. After breaking his heart, repairing his career is the least she can do to help save his dream. Powerful passion still smolders between them, tempting the former lovers to move beyond their painful past. Will the emergence of a jealous ex with a vicious revenge scheme sabotage their second chance at a future and a family that’s almost within reach?
North Carolina pro footballer Nate Johnston built his reputation on talent, drive and good sportsmanship. But a devastating recent loss derails his team’s shot at winning the championship…and Nate’s career when a compromising video goes viral. In need of a miracle, the star wide receiver feels ambushed when his brother enlists media consultant Kendra Williams to do damage control. The reignited desire for the woman he once wanted to spend forever with can only cause Nate deeper heartache.
Walking away from the man she loved seven years ago is the biggest regret of Kendra’s life. Now her son needs a closer relationship with his father…and Kendra needs to win back Nate’s trust. After breaking his heart, repairing his career is the least she can do to help save his dream. Powerful passion still smolders between them, tempting the former lovers to move beyond their painful past. Will the emergence of a jealous ex with a vicious revenge scheme sabotage their second chance at a future and a family that’s almost within reach?
224 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 20, 2017
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Reese Ryan
174 books604 followersVivian Award-winning author Reese Ryan writes sexy, emotional, “grown folks” romantic fiction set in small Southern towns. Her characters find love while navigating career crises and family drama.
Reese's books have been featured on Entertainment Weekly, BuzzFeed, and BookRiot. She is the host of Story Behind the Story—her YouTube show where readers and authors connect.
Reese's books have been featured on Entertainment Weekly, BuzzFeed, and BookRiot. She is the host of Story Behind the Story—her YouTube show where readers and authors connect.
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May 30, 2023
Wow! Despite their painful past, Nate and Kendra just can't stay away from each other.
It's been 8 years since Kendra walked away from Nate when he was down on one knee proposing to her. Kendra humiliated him in front of his family and his teammates. Now Nate is in trouble for lashing out on a viral video trashing those same teammates and it's time to make things right.
But can Kendra get over her Daddy/trust issues and forgive her father in order to give Kai, Nate and Kendra's son, the family he deserves?
It's been 8 years since Kendra walked away from Nate when he was down on one knee proposing to her. Kendra humiliated him in front of his family and his teammates. Now Nate is in trouble for lashing out on a viral video trashing those same teammates and it's time to make things right.
But can Kendra get over her Daddy/trust issues and forgive her father in order to give Kai, Nate and Kendra's son, the family he deserves?
June 17, 2017
They say you should more forward not backward up and not down but we Nate & Kendra that advice did not apply. This second chance story is definitely one for the books. I loved how not only did Kendra & Nate got back together but how Kendra also got to change to rebuild her relationship with her father. It was nice to seeing Maya and Liam. I can't wait to what Reese Ryan has in store for in the coming books in this series.
October 1, 2022
I am very honoured and excited to be a Goodreads winner. It was a good Harlequin book. Kendra and Nate beat the odds and find their way back to each other.
August 15, 2019
Playing With Temptation #2 [A love for all time North Carolina (pro footballer) Nate Johnston built his reputation on talent, drive and good sportsmanship. But a devastating recent loss derails his team's shot at winning the championship…and Nate's career when a compromising video goes viral. In need of a miracle, the star wide receiver feels ambushed when his brother enlists media consultant Kendra Williams to do damage control. The reignited desire for the woman he once wanted to spend forever with can only cause Nate deeper heartache. Walking away from the man she loved seven years ago is the biggest regret of Kendra's life. Now her son needs a closer relationship with his father…and Kendra needs to win back Nate's trust. After breaking his heart, repairing his career is the least she can do to help save his dream. Powerful passion still smolders between them, tempting the former lovers to move beyond their painful past. Will the emergence of a jealous ex with a vicious revenge scheme sabotage their second chance at a future and a family that's almost within reach?]
September 19, 2020
Four and a half stars
Playing with Temptation is the second in Reese Ryan's Pleasure Cove series. Star wide receiver Nate Johnston unwisely releases some post-game frustration in a video that unfortunately goes viral, and realizes that his brother is right when he enlists media consultant Kendra Williams to help him weather the resulting storm. Kendra is not just an incredibly savvy PR professional though. She's also the mother of his son and the one who got away.
Reese Ryan does an excellent job with this second-chance story. Even though Kendra's reluctant to even try because of the damage her broken relationship with her father has left, she and Nate are compelling characters and it is easy to see both the strong chemistry that has never abated and the care and caution they both bring to the table. Nate and Kendra definitely have a lot to work through, and it isn't a quick fix. We readers cheer all the way for them to find their way to a win-win!
Playing with Temptation is the second in Reese Ryan's Pleasure Cove series. Star wide receiver Nate Johnston unwisely releases some post-game frustration in a video that unfortunately goes viral, and realizes that his brother is right when he enlists media consultant Kendra Williams to help him weather the resulting storm. Kendra is not just an incredibly savvy PR professional though. She's also the mother of his son and the one who got away.
Reese Ryan does an excellent job with this second-chance story. Even though Kendra's reluctant to even try because of the damage her broken relationship with her father has left, she and Nate are compelling characters and it is easy to see both the strong chemistry that has never abated and the care and caution they both bring to the table. Nate and Kendra definitely have a lot to work through, and it isn't a quick fix. We readers cheer all the way for them to find their way to a win-win!
May 31, 2019
This is Kendra and Nate’s story. We met Kendra in the first book. She was giving fantastic advice when her sister was going through her trials and tribulations with Liam. Unfortunately, Kendra doesn’t take her own advice.
She’s so afraid of getting hurt and being bitter like her mother, she has completely shut Nate out. I just wanted to bop her over the head. He hadn’t done anything it was just the thought that he might do something that has her all in a hissy.
Nate is a good guy and I give him props for sticking around and staying the course with Kendra. He is a hot head and it gets him into trouble, but he loves with his entire heart.
This was a nice read. It was also good to check in with Maya and Liam. We also meet Nate’s twin sister Vi and her “dude” Jase. Now that’s a story I wouldn’t mind reading.
She’s so afraid of getting hurt and being bitter like her mother, she has completely shut Nate out. I just wanted to bop her over the head. He hadn’t done anything it was just the thought that he might do something that has her all in a hissy.
Nate is a good guy and I give him props for sticking around and staying the course with Kendra. He is a hot head and it gets him into trouble, but he loves with his entire heart.
This was a nice read. It was also good to check in with Maya and Liam. We also meet Nate’s twin sister Vi and her “dude” Jase. Now that’s a story I wouldn’t mind reading.
February 12, 2018
This is the first book I have read by Ms. Ryan and it definitely won’t be my last. Kendra and Nate share a love that everyone, but them can see. Kendra’s refusal to overcome her fears was a bit annoying, yet understandable considering how deeply seeded they were. Nate was the ideal man, a bit hot tempered, but willing and ready to learn, show humility, and most of all forgive. Both of them experienced growing pains throughout the story and in the end it was worth it.
June 18, 2018
Great Read!
I enjoyed Nate and Dray's. Dray is dealing with an issue from childhood that is real to a lot of kids in the world. This issue has her giving up on love. Thanks to his brother Nate has a second chance to convince her to trust and love him unconditionally. Will they get their HEA?
I enjoyed Nate and Dray's. Dray is dealing with an issue from childhood that is real to a lot of kids in the world. This issue has her giving up on love. Thanks to his brother Nate has a second chance to convince her to trust and love him unconditionally. Will they get their HEA?
December 31, 2017
Highly recommended!👏
With his career on the line, he needed a PR to get back on track. That's when Marcus steps in giving the job to Kendra. Seven years ago, Kendra broke his heart so he's reluctant for her aid. There attraction is off the charts. Wonderful story.
With his career on the line, he needed a PR to get back on track. That's when Marcus steps in giving the job to Kendra. Seven years ago, Kendra broke his heart so he's reluctant for her aid. There attraction is off the charts. Wonderful story.
February 24, 2018
Football?
I thoroughly enjoyed the story line, although at the beginning I had thought it was going to very heavy with football matters. Glad it had more of a story, actually many twists and turns. Story seemed unfinished though.
I thoroughly enjoyed the story line, although at the beginning I had thought it was going to very heavy with football matters. Glad it had more of a story, actually many twists and turns. Story seemed unfinished though.
May 9, 2023
Incredible
The theme that intrigued me was the correlation of "Kendra and Nate" relationship with the interaction between "Kendra" and her father. Well told by the author among other topics.
The theme that intrigued me was the correlation of "Kendra and Nate" relationship with the interaction between "Kendra" and her father. Well told by the author among other topics.
July 26, 2017
Nate Johnston and Kendra Williams have been in love forever. They have a six year old together, but they broke up. Nate still loves Kendra this time she will have to win Mate's trust.
September 12, 2017
Nate and Kendra was a very good story. I loved the chemistry and how they tried to fight it. I always love a story about family. Kai is a sweetheart.
September 14, 2017
I really liked this couple, although a couple of times Nate made me want to hit him upside the head for his bad decision-making. But overall they were good together and their chemistry was on point.
December 16, 2017
Timing is important.
February 19, 2018
Would have given this 4 stars but I really disliked Kendra.
September 13, 2018
Great book.
The book was a solid read. Steamy sex and great writing. Didn’t understand Kendra’s reasons for not at least trying but overall good read.
The book was a solid read. Steamy sex and great writing. Didn’t understand Kendra’s reasons for not at least trying but overall good read.
June 30, 2019
The moral of the story is to build a healthy relationship is to communicate in order to repair what's broken. Loved it ❤️
August 24, 2023
Good book
August 27, 2024
Love always wins!
This was a very interesting and intriguing love story.
This love story reminds me of two people who really wanted to be together but was at an impasse,because they let the pass impede their happiness.
Due to circumstances they were thrown together and their love won out!
That's why I say love always win.
I love the characters in this book,but is was enjoyable anyway.
I also enjoyed how the author weaved this to its conclusion.
The only let down was the sexual scenes weren't as hot as in the first book.
This was a very interesting and intriguing love story.
This love story reminds me of two people who really wanted to be together but was at an impasse,because they let the pass impede their happiness.
Due to circumstances they were thrown together and their love won out!
That's why I say love always win.
I love the characters in this book,but is was enjoyable anyway.
I also enjoyed how the author weaved this to its conclusion.
The only let down was the sexual scenes weren't as hot as in the first book.
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August 30, 2017Received 4 1/2 stars @ harlequin.com (as of 8/30/17). To view reviews, go HERE> https://www.harlequin.com/shop/books/...
Miniseries: Pleasure Cove
Miniseries: Pleasure Cove
November 20, 2017
Book 2 in the Pleasure Cove series, and this book involves Kendra Williams and her ex, football Player Nate Johnson, who needs Kendra's PR skills so he can keep his job. One of my favorite new authors and I'm enjoying the stories.
July 15, 2018
A cute and easy read that will entertain you for an afternoon.
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