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Tempt The Boss
From Wall Street Journal & USA Today bestselling author Natasha Madison comes a single mom, enemies to lovers, workplace-forbidden romantic comedy.
Lauren
Going back to work was supposed to be a painless transition, but when my new boss turns out to be an arrogant, cocky jerk, he quickly turns my professional life into a world of torture.
Okay, fine, calling him an asshat before knowing he was my boss wasn't my finest moment.
Hating him should be easy.
I just never counted on him being so gorgeous or charming when he's not annoying me.
Austin
I expected my new assistant to be professional and punctual, but all I'm getting are dirty looks and rude comments.
I should fire the little hellion, but instead all I can think about is bending her over my desk and breaking every rule I've ever made for myself.
One look. One touch. One night.
If we break the rules, our lives will never be the same again.
Good thing rules were made to be broken.
And besides, it feels so good to Tempt the Boss
Lauren
Going back to work was supposed to be a painless transition, but when my new boss turns out to be an arrogant, cocky jerk, he quickly turns my professional life into a world of torture.
Okay, fine, calling him an asshat before knowing he was my boss wasn't my finest moment.
Hating him should be easy.
I just never counted on him being so gorgeous or charming when he's not annoying me.
Austin
I expected my new assistant to be professional and punctual, but all I'm getting are dirty looks and rude comments.
I should fire the little hellion, but instead all I can think about is bending her over my desk and breaking every rule I've ever made for myself.
One look. One touch. One night.
If we break the rules, our lives will never be the same again.
Good thing rules were made to be broken.
And besides, it feels so good to Tempt the Boss
229 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 1, 2017
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Natasha Madison
84 books8,295 followersWhen Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best Selling Author's nose isn't buried in a book, or her fingers flying across a keyboard writing, she's in the kitchen creating gourmet meals. You can find her, in four inch heels no less, in the car chauffeuring kids, or possibly with her husband scheduling his business trips. It's a good thing her characters do what she says, because even her Labrador doesn't listen to her...
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May 1, 2017
Please don't throw things at me...yet.
I tried. I really, really tried. I read this a couple of weeks ago because I read the blurb and saw all the feedback saying, "OMG, this book is hilarious!" That's like waving a red flag in front of a raging bull, the bull being me of course. So I bought this book and started reading. After a few chapters, I stopped because I didn't like a single thing.
But then I looked at all these glowing 5-star reviews again and thought to myself, "Surely, all these people can't be wrong. Maybe I should try again."
I did. The verdict?
I love the enemies-to-lovers trope. It's one of my catnip. And this book does have that in spades. Unfortunately, it lacks the self-reflection and character growth that I want in my romance.
Lauren met her boss (she doesn't know he's her boss yet) during a fender bender on her way to her first day of work. Her boss was the one who hit her. She of course, lets him have it. Again, not knowing he's her boss. I loved her attitude then. I thought she was spunky and after being betrayed by her ex husband, I was rooting for her to get the hot guy.
Then she arrived at her work place and found out her boss is the guy who hit her car earlier. And suddenly, the story devolved into a juvenile, playground, sandbox bully territory.
Look, I have no problem with pranks being played by characters on each other. But it has to be done within a certain context for it to work, at least for me. Things like age and situation are important to me. Unfortunately, the pranks in this book and the way the characters went about it, was enough to turn me off the whole book.
Putting laxative into your friend's drink CAN be funny. But putting laxative into your BOSS' drink when you know he'll have a very important meeting afterwards? NOT FUNNY. And grounds for termination.
Yes, yes, this is fiction. Duh. But come on, that was uncomfortable and criminally unfunny. If Lauren and Austin were friends or even frenemies for years, it would've been funny. The fact that Lauren is a temp and Austin was her boss and it was her second day at work...
And it wasn't just this one prank. Austin pranked Lauren by...get this...rearranging her post-its and giving her "porn virus."
In retaliation she put itching powder in his pants...
Yeah, and this was just the first week of work.
The whole thing would've probably worked if the author managed to convinced me that these two characters have a very good reason to hate each other.
They don't. Not really.
Not only that, there is nothing at stake here! NOTHING. If they stopped hating each other the next day, there's no emotional rewards or consequences for both of them.
At the end of the day, their animosity expressed in pranks (*roll eyes) are not earned. Therefore, it feels empty and shoehorned. It did nothing for me.
I tried. I really, really tried. I read this a couple of weeks ago because I read the blurb and saw all the feedback saying, "OMG, this book is hilarious!" That's like waving a red flag in front of a raging bull, the bull being me of course. So I bought this book and started reading. After a few chapters, I stopped because I didn't like a single thing.
But then I looked at all these glowing 5-star reviews again and thought to myself, "Surely, all these people can't be wrong. Maybe I should try again."
I did. The verdict?
I love the enemies-to-lovers trope. It's one of my catnip. And this book does have that in spades. Unfortunately, it lacks the self-reflection and character growth that I want in my romance.
Lauren met her boss (she doesn't know he's her boss yet) during a fender bender on her way to her first day of work. Her boss was the one who hit her. She of course, lets him have it. Again, not knowing he's her boss. I loved her attitude then. I thought she was spunky and after being betrayed by her ex husband, I was rooting for her to get the hot guy.
Then she arrived at her work place and found out her boss is the guy who hit her car earlier. And suddenly, the story devolved into a juvenile, playground, sandbox bully territory.
Look, I have no problem with pranks being played by characters on each other. But it has to be done within a certain context for it to work, at least for me. Things like age and situation are important to me. Unfortunately, the pranks in this book and the way the characters went about it, was enough to turn me off the whole book.
Putting laxative into your friend's drink CAN be funny. But putting laxative into your BOSS' drink when you know he'll have a very important meeting afterwards? NOT FUNNY. And grounds for termination.
Yes, yes, this is fiction. Duh. But come on, that was uncomfortable and criminally unfunny. If Lauren and Austin were friends or even frenemies for years, it would've been funny. The fact that Lauren is a temp and Austin was her boss and it was her second day at work...
And it wasn't just this one prank. Austin pranked Lauren by...get this...rearranging her post-its and giving her "porn virus."
In retaliation she put itching powder in his pants...
Yeah, and this was just the first week of work.
The whole thing would've probably worked if the author managed to convinced me that these two characters have a very good reason to hate each other.
They don't. Not really.
Not only that, there is nothing at stake here! NOTHING. If they stopped hating each other the next day, there's no emotional rewards or consequences for both of them.
At the end of the day, their animosity expressed in pranks (*roll eyes) are not earned. Therefore, it feels empty and shoehorned. It did nothing for me.
April 12, 2017
➦4 stars for OTT humor lol Do you like romantic comedies? Office and second chance romances? Douchebag bosses who secretly lust over their female PA? ...a little pranking at a workplace, perhaps?
➦Ok! Then this one is for you. The heroine is a divorced mom of two who starts a new job as a PA for Mr. Douche. It's her first job in years and she is determined to succeed. Ez, right?
➦This was my first book by Natasha Madison and I very much enjoyed it. Mostly, as mentioned above, I found it entertaining. Some scenes were so "...wait, WHAT?" that I found myself lol
➦I know this monkey makes little sense to you now, but it sure will by the time you're done with this book.
➦Now, the constructive criticism part. Some parts frustrated me a lot. I really dislike it when the same scene is being told from both POVs, especially if it involves dialogue. It annoys me to read the same thing over again and it adds little to the story while slows the pace down. There were multiple instances of this happening and I was sometimes forced to skim. #nopatience
➦Take those repetitive paragraphs, remove them, and add another scene or two. Primarily I would have enjoyed more of the hero getting to know the kids. I think the book would have really benefited from it because,, for me it felt that the kids accepted him too fast, especially the daughter. Some sentences contained repetitive words.
➦Overall, a good read with whole lot of humor and steam. Did I mention steam??? Some scenes were very um... yeah. Verra niiice. I might have been taking notes. Just kidding.
April 10, 2017
::: FULL REVIEW NOW POSTED :::
If you've been looking for a HOT and HILARIOUS new book to fall in love with, then you have to read this book!!! It's about a sassy single mom who started a new job only to find that while her boss was incredibly gorgeous, he was also a complete asshat. Or so it seemed. They got off on waaay the wrong foot and their hate-to-love romance -- not to mention the outrageous pranks they pulled on each other -- almost made me cry with laughter. And when the sexual tension hidden behind their animosity finally exploded, things got HOTTTT!!! It was a fun, sex, and seriously fantastic read!
Can I just say that one of my favorite things about this book was that I actually LOVED everything about it. That might sound weird to say but it's true. Literally everything about it worked for me. The writing was strong and flowed so smoothly. I never wanted to put the book down. There was no stupid drama at all, the wit and sarcasm was on point, the banter and pranks had me in stitches laughing myself silly...
Once the main couple got together they were functional and fantastic together. There was just the right balance between hilarity, heat and swoon. There was great character development and more importantly great relationship development. There were just enough feels to ground the story but still keep the overall feeling light-hearted. And despite the pranks (which were AWESOME and HILARIOUS beyond all reason #swollenballs) the characters were actually really quite mature. This was also easily the funniest book I've read all year and one of the hottest!
I just... I just genuinely loved everything about the book. Plus, when a hero can be amazing with the kids of the woman he's falling in love with, that's just mega bonus points right there. It's impossible not to swoon over that!
I know, I know, this review is less polished than my norm but I literally just finished reading this book a few minutes ago and I'm just in major gush mode over how much I loved it right now!! I CAN'T STOP SMILING!!!
You guys, this is the romantic comedy you've been waiting for! Just read it. You'll thank me later!
Rating: 4.5 stars! Contemporary Adult Romance Standalone.
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If you've been looking for a HOT and HILARIOUS new book to fall in love with, then you have to read this book!!! It's about a sassy single mom who started a new job only to find that while her boss was incredibly gorgeous, he was also a complete asshat. Or so it seemed. They got off on waaay the wrong foot and their hate-to-love romance -- not to mention the outrageous pranks they pulled on each other -- almost made me cry with laughter. And when the sexual tension hidden behind their animosity finally exploded, things got HOTTTT!!! It was a fun, sex, and seriously fantastic read!
Lauren
Going back to work was supposed to be a painless transition, but when my new boss turns out to be an arrogant, cocky jerk, he quickly turns my professional life into a world of torture. Okay, fine, calling him an asshat before knowing he was my boss wasn't my finest moment. Hating him should be easy. I just never counted on him being so gorgeous or charming when he's not annoying me.
Austin
I expected my new assistant to be professional and punctual, but all I'm getting are dirty looks and rude comments. I should fire the little hellion, but instead all I can think about is bending her over my desk and breaking every rule I've ever made for myself.
One look. One touch. One night. If we break the rules, our lives will never be the same again.
Good thing rules were made to be broken. And besides, it feels so good to Tempt the Boss...
Can I just say that one of my favorite things about this book was that I actually LOVED everything about it. That might sound weird to say but it's true. Literally everything about it worked for me. The writing was strong and flowed so smoothly. I never wanted to put the book down. There was no stupid drama at all, the wit and sarcasm was on point, the banter and pranks had me in stitches laughing myself silly...
“John! Get the fuck in here,” I whisper-yell angrily through clenched teeth.
He walks in, and I close the door as he looks down and gasps, taking in the state of my balls. “What the fuck, dude?!”
“I don’t know what’s going on! I was sitting in the meeting when I felt a prickling sensation. I thought my pants were just tight. Dude.” I look down. “My balls.”
I look up again to see that John is standing there, a hand over his mouth, his eyes wide. “You need to go to the doctor. Jesus, do you think they’ll explode?” he wonders as he crouches down — a little too close considering our relationship — to get a better look.
“Get the fuck away from my balls, please.”
Once the main couple got together they were functional and fantastic together. There was just the right balance between hilarity, heat and swoon. There was great character development and more importantly great relationship development. There were just enough feels to ground the story but still keep the overall feeling light-hearted. And despite the pranks (which were AWESOME and HILARIOUS beyond all reason #swollenballs) the characters were actually really quite mature. This was also easily the funniest book I've read all year and one of the hottest!
“That is almost like watching porn,” I tell him. “You doing stuff like watching dishes, vacuuming, homework with [my son]. It’s mom porn.”
His eyebrows shoot up. “Are you checking me out?” he questions with a smile.
“I’m going more than checking you out. I’m undressing you in my mind,” I tease him as I lean against the counter.
He shakes the water from his hands. “Really? Well, in that case, where the fuck is the vacuum?”
I just... I just genuinely loved everything about the book. Plus, when a hero can be amazing with the kids of the woman he's falling in love with, that's just mega bonus points right there. It's impossible not to swoon over that!
“Do you love my mommy?” Her question has my breath stopping in my chest…
“I love your mom more than you know,” he answers her, and me as well. His words bring tears to my eyes. There’s a softness, almost a reverence to his voice as if he’s talking to me, only me, as if we were alone. “I’ve never loved anyone the way I love your mom.”
I know, I know, this review is less polished than my norm but I literally just finished reading this book a few minutes ago and I'm just in major gush mode over how much I loved it right now!! I CAN'T STOP SMILING!!!
“Go woo your girl.”
“Woo?” I ask him.
“A meal, rose petals, champagne, lingerie, vibrators, cuffs. You know, romance.”
“This, I can do.” I make a list of everything I need to get. “I’m going to woo the fuck out of her.”
You guys, this is the romantic comedy you've been waiting for! Just read it. You'll thank me later!
Rating: 4.5 stars! Contemporary Adult Romance Standalone.
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June 22, 2019
The award for the best "ride or die" bitch goes to our heroine's sister.
In the preface, our heroine, Lauren, calls her sister to tell her that Lauren's husband has been having an affair. When she pulls into her driveway, this is the scene that awaits her:
..she is there throwing Jake's clothes out of our bedroom window....I don't see Kaleigh come from the side of the house with a gasoline container in her hand. I just see her pouring it all over his clothes. She walks over to me, handing me the packet of matches. "Let's burn this motherfucker down."
So, six months later, Lauren gets a temp job in an office. The boss has fired 10 temps in 2 weeks because he is a major dick. Like Super Dick.
I think he read his motivational calendar wrong.
Lauren doesn't take his shit. At all. So, it is on. They go back and forth with pranks and it's pretty funny. One of the funniest is the penis party. Super Dick really lives up to his name when it comes to party planning.
There are so many funny moments in this book that I can hardly pick a favorite. Although when Lauren's 6-year old daughter opens the door to find Dick standing there, and she calls him by the name her mom uses, I cracked up:
"Mommy!" she yells loudly. "Asshat is at the door."
Well, that's how they know him.
Oh, but watch out if you don't want the porny scenes because they are scorching hot. Get out your church fan, girls, cuz those scenes are gonna make you sweat!
In the preface, our heroine, Lauren, calls her sister to tell her that Lauren's husband has been having an affair. When she pulls into her driveway, this is the scene that awaits her:
..she is there throwing Jake's clothes out of our bedroom window....I don't see Kaleigh come from the side of the house with a gasoline container in her hand. I just see her pouring it all over his clothes. She walks over to me, handing me the packet of matches. "Let's burn this motherfucker down."
So, six months later, Lauren gets a temp job in an office. The boss has fired 10 temps in 2 weeks because he is a major dick. Like Super Dick.
I think he read his motivational calendar wrong.
Lauren doesn't take his shit. At all. So, it is on. They go back and forth with pranks and it's pretty funny. One of the funniest is the penis party. Super Dick really lives up to his name when it comes to party planning.
There are so many funny moments in this book that I can hardly pick a favorite. Although when Lauren's 6-year old daughter opens the door to find Dick standing there, and she calls him by the name her mom uses, I cracked up:
"Mommy!" she yells loudly. "Asshat is at the door."
Well, that's how they know him.
Oh, but watch out if you don't want the porny scenes because they are scorching hot. Get out your church fan, girls, cuz those scenes are gonna make you sweat!
May 12, 2018
This was my first read by Natasha Madison and I can tell you that it won’t be my last! This story was absolutely hilarious!!! The antics between Austin and Lauren were impossible not to laugh at!! OMG!! These two were very original with their pranks against one another! I was highly entertained by them! When they finally raised their surrender flags, and gave in to their attraction, things began to heat up very quickly!
I highly recommend this book when you need a great laugh and also some heat as well! I thoroughly enjoyed this read even if some of seemed to be a bit far fetched! I can’t wait to read the next book in the series, as well as check out the authors other series too! Well worth the time to read this book!
I highly recommend this book when you need a great laugh and also some heat as well! I thoroughly enjoyed this read even if some of seemed to be a bit far fetched! I can’t wait to read the next book in the series, as well as check out the authors other series too! Well worth the time to read this book!
December 18, 2018
3.75 stars
I liked the beginning and the last 25-30%.
Absolutely loved how the heroine handled her cheating husband!
The idea with burn his clothes was great! :-)
The story itself was ok, partly funny, partly very funny; some things the MCs done were a bit too much/odd for mine liking, but since it was fiction and not a real working environment it was ok I guess.
The scene with OW (who came in trench coat to H’s office) didn’t make any sense to me, but only cheapened H’s character.
Also some abhorrent comments between his male friends were not necessary, IMO.
I don’t particularly like to read about H’s sexual past and above all about his not really respectful relationship to OWs. It wasn’t over the top in this book, but the some comments ruined a story for me.
I mostly liked the heroine. She was very sassy and cool. Didn’t like several embarrassing situations she was put in (also by H’s actions). I have less problems with reading about hero’s embarrassment than about female one.
Yep, it’s me, a woman who doesn't like when other women are made fun of. Sue me.
The best part was how the heroine treated her sh*tty cheating ex-husband!
As long as NM will give cheaters zero chance, I will read her books! :-)
Safety:
P.S. F*ck cheaters! ;-)
I liked the beginning and the last 25-30%.
Absolutely loved how the heroine handled her cheating husband!
The idea with burn his clothes was great! :-)
The story itself was ok, partly funny, partly very funny; some things the MCs done were a bit too much/odd for mine liking, but since it was fiction and not a real working environment it was ok I guess.
The scene with OW (who came in trench coat to H’s office) didn’t make any sense to me, but only cheapened H’s character.
Also some abhorrent comments between his male friends were not necessary, IMO.
I don’t particularly like to read about H’s sexual past and above all about his not really respectful relationship to OWs. It wasn’t over the top in this book, but the some comments ruined a story for me.
I mostly liked the heroine. She was very sassy and cool. Didn’t like several embarrassing situations she was put in (also by H’s actions). I have less problems with reading about hero’s embarrassment than about female one.
Yep, it’s me, a woman who doesn't like when other women are made fun of. Sue me.
The best part was how the heroine treated her sh*tty cheating ex-husband!
As long as NM will give cheaters zero chance, I will read her books! :-)
Safety:
P.S. F*ck cheaters! ;-)
April 27, 2017
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This was my first read from Natasha Madison and I'm pretty much slapping myself for not reading her words sooner. I loved watching Lauren and Austin battle it out in the office and it was actually a lot more amusing than I was thinking it would be. At the start I had a little bit of a hard time getting into the story but then once Lauren raged war on Austin with pranks I was captivated.
I loved their fun and witty romance and it's one I will be re-reading for sure. We are also introduced to a few side characters that I now can't wait to read about. Bottom line, if you're looking for a easy and hilarious read then this is the one for you.
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This was my first read from Natasha Madison and I'm pretty much slapping myself for not reading her words sooner. I loved watching Lauren and Austin battle it out in the office and it was actually a lot more amusing than I was thinking it would be. At the start I had a little bit of a hard time getting into the story but then once Lauren raged war on Austin with pranks I was captivated.
I loved their fun and witty romance and it's one I will be re-reading for sure. We are also introduced to a few side characters that I now can't wait to read about. Bottom line, if you're looking for a easy and hilarious read then this is the one for you.
April 6, 2017
FIVE IRRESISTIBLE STARS *****
If you love rom-coms and office romances, look no further, THIS IS THE BOOK FOR YOU!!!
Full of lust and great humor , this book was just perfect for me. Lauren and Austin tortured each other throughout the work day, in both good and very bad ways, and ucky for us we go along for the delicious ride. Tempting the boss has never felt soooo good.
Lauren married her college sweetheart and they had two beautiful children. She stopped working and became a mother and a housewife. She thought she was damn lucky to have everything she always wanted until her husband broke the news to her that he was in love with another woman, their son's teacher nonetheless.
Broken hearted but determined to take charge of her life, Lauren decided to start working out, trade her mommy wardrobe for a more sexy modern look, and to go back to corporate America. She lands a job as a temp for a CEO, and her new boss is just as sexy as he is a jerk.
Austin is going crazy with his new assistant, he's spends his days fantasysing between wanting to kill her and wanting to see her naked. He used to enjoy coming to work every day, as a CEO of a successful business, Austin is used to getting everything he wants, exactly the way he wants it, but he has met his match with Lauren. She will be amazing at her job but she will make Austin suffer.
Read this book and join this hilarious battle of the sexes; a super fun story that will make you laugh so much you might pee your pants, and also make you fantasize about having an office fling.
Loved this book, it was muy caliente...
If you love rom-coms and office romances, look no further, THIS IS THE BOOK FOR YOU!!!
Full of lust and great humor , this book was just perfect for me. Lauren and Austin tortured each other throughout the work day, in both good and very bad ways, and ucky for us we go along for the delicious ride. Tempting the boss has never felt soooo good.
Lauren married her college sweetheart and they had two beautiful children. She stopped working and became a mother and a housewife. She thought she was damn lucky to have everything she always wanted until her husband broke the news to her that he was in love with another woman, their son's teacher nonetheless.
Broken hearted but determined to take charge of her life, Lauren decided to start working out, trade her mommy wardrobe for a more sexy modern look, and to go back to corporate America. She lands a job as a temp for a CEO, and her new boss is just as sexy as he is a jerk.
Austin is going crazy with his new assistant, he's spends his days fantasysing between wanting to kill her and wanting to see her naked. He used to enjoy coming to work every day, as a CEO of a successful business, Austin is used to getting everything he wants, exactly the way he wants it, but he has met his match with Lauren. She will be amazing at her job but she will make Austin suffer.
Read this book and join this hilarious battle of the sexes; a super fun story that will make you laugh so much you might pee your pants, and also make you fantasize about having an office fling.
Loved this book, it was muy caliente...
August 13, 2017
I bust a gut laughing at this romantic comedy. The hijinks and shenanigans are off the charts funny! This book is the perfect mix of funny and sexy! I thoroughly enjoyed every single minute of it!
This is only my 2nd read from Natasha Madison. I really enjoy her mix of high-handed alpha-hole male leads and spunky, take no crap heroines. I'm looking forward to reading many more books from this author!
Audiobook Review: The narration was perfectly sufficient. The narrator did a good job capturing the tone and timing of the novel.
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This is only my 2nd read from Natasha Madison. I really enjoy her mix of high-handed alpha-hole male leads and spunky, take no crap heroines. I'm looking forward to reading many more books from this author!
Audiobook Review: The narration was perfectly sufficient. The narrator did a good job capturing the tone and timing of the novel.
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March 22, 2017
➳A story filled with war and anger that transforms to passion and lust that both Austen and Lauren portray to the audience in a way that makes you want to keep reading what is coming up next after every page…
➳After finding out that her husband has been cheating on her for a while now with their kid’s elementary school teacher, Lauren decides to change her life to a complete turn. Being a-stay-a-home mother, Lauren had to only deal with taking care of her husband’s needs and make sure the kids need what it necessary. To her dismay, when she found out about her husband’s cheating, she decided to stop being the novel woman and act as a true twenty-first century mother. She found a job as a temporary assistant working next to Austen. Due to unfortunate events, their first encounter got up to a neglectful one, making them both have rage towards each other. This is when the war of love starts. These two come from totally different worlds, in which Austen would never had known that he would have met someone as sweet and compassionate as Lauren. Once attached to her, he can never let her go. He tries, but after one night filled with dancing at a club and drinking, and having the best sex of their lives, both of them are inseparable.
➳Overall, this was a sweet and long story. It recapped everything about what a single mother with two kids can do after going through the worst thing possible; your husband cheating on you. I found this somewhat relatable even though I have never been married or cheated on, but the way one can sympathize with Lauren was actually really endearing.
➳Hero rating: 4.0
➳Heroine rating: 4.5
➳Sexual tension rating: 5.0
➳Sex scenes rating: 4.0
➳Sex scenes frequency: 4.0
➳Plot rating: 4.0
➳Dialogue rating: 4.5
➳Storytelling rating: 4.0
➳Story ending rating: 4.0
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➳After finding out that her husband has been cheating on her for a while now with their kid’s elementary school teacher, Lauren decides to change her life to a complete turn. Being a-stay-a-home mother, Lauren had to only deal with taking care of her husband’s needs and make sure the kids need what it necessary. To her dismay, when she found out about her husband’s cheating, she decided to stop being the novel woman and act as a true twenty-first century mother. She found a job as a temporary assistant working next to Austen. Due to unfortunate events, their first encounter got up to a neglectful one, making them both have rage towards each other. This is when the war of love starts. These two come from totally different worlds, in which Austen would never had known that he would have met someone as sweet and compassionate as Lauren. Once attached to her, he can never let her go. He tries, but after one night filled with dancing at a club and drinking, and having the best sex of their lives, both of them are inseparable.
➳Overall, this was a sweet and long story. It recapped everything about what a single mother with two kids can do after going through the worst thing possible; your husband cheating on you. I found this somewhat relatable even though I have never been married or cheated on, but the way one can sympathize with Lauren was actually really endearing.
➳Hero rating: 4.0
➳Heroine rating: 4.5
➳Sexual tension rating: 5.0
➳Sex scenes rating: 4.0
➳Sex scenes frequency: 4.0
➳Plot rating: 4.0
➳Dialogue rating: 4.5
➳Storytelling rating: 4.0
➳Story ending rating: 4.0
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April 2, 2017
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**ARC RECEIVED IN EXCHANGE FOR AN HONEST REVIEW **
It's not often that I read a book that runs me through multiple emotions. I felt-
~sadness for the heroine- (because of her ex's actions)
~anger on her behalf -at her humiliation at his betrayl
~irritation at the hero (and the heroine a time or two)
~I laughed out loud and I was happy when they finally got it together
The first half of the book was just the two of them going at each other with pranks and banter. They were relentless and had me laughing often. It was like the playground and the two kids who like each other, so they torment the daylights out of one another.
The second half was when things got a little spicier and I was hooked.
Austin was the typical workaholic. He had casual flings but no serious relationships. He was married to his job. Although I liked him after a while, I wanted him to step up and be more alpha when it came accepting that he liked Lauren, instead of playing games and trying to make her jealous. He did turn out to be a sweet and caring hero who was great with her kids.
Lauren was a great heroine. She had been through the wringer. Her ex husband cheated on her and decided to tell her he was in love with the OW rather publicly. Now that she was over the humiliation, she was getting her life back in order. First step, getting a job. However, she meets her new boss under not so ideal conditions.
-sexy hero
-likable heroine who was spunky and fun
-no cheating - once he met her, he did not have sex with anyone else
-they pushed each other away for about the first half of the book
-some steamy sex scenes
-om drama- she had a cheating ex but he didn't play a huge factor in the story
-ow drama - during the first half when they were going at each other, he tried to make her jealous by having a woman over for lunch, closing the office blinds and making it seem like something elicit was happening.
The minute she sat in my lap, I knew I made the mistake for two reasons. First, the look on Lauren’s face made my stomach clench, and second, at the sight of the woman in my lap, my dick shriveled up. Even when I closed the blinds and she took off her coat, revealing her semi-naked form to me —encased in garters and all— my dick just lay there, not rising to the bait
He did not have sex with her, but if his body had responded, I don't know if he would have (I hope not). I could have done without that scene.
The other was a woman who owned a club he was working with. She was handsy but he was totally uninterested- she kissed him on the jaw when he wasn't prepared and left lipstick. The heroine did see and assumed he had slept with another woman- he did not. Again, this was during their crazy antics.
-no violence
-great secondary characters
-just ok epilogue. It was cute but I definitely wanted more of a look into their future. Even with the potential for more stories, a long term look at the couples future is absolutely possible with out compromising the other couples story. Just my opinion.
*This was my first Natasha Madison book and I'm sure it won't be my last.
**ARC RECEIVED IN EXCHANGE FOR AN HONEST REVIEW **
It's not often that I read a book that runs me through multiple emotions. I felt-
~sadness for the heroine- (because of her ex's actions)
~anger on her behalf -at her humiliation at his betrayl
~irritation at the hero (and the heroine a time or two)
~I laughed out loud and I was happy when they finally got it together
The first half of the book was just the two of them going at each other with pranks and banter. They were relentless and had me laughing often. It was like the playground and the two kids who like each other, so they torment the daylights out of one another.
The second half was when things got a little spicier and I was hooked.
Austin was the typical workaholic. He had casual flings but no serious relationships. He was married to his job. Although I liked him after a while, I wanted him to step up and be more alpha when it came accepting that he liked Lauren, instead of playing games and trying to make her jealous. He did turn out to be a sweet and caring hero who was great with her kids.
Lauren was a great heroine. She had been through the wringer. Her ex husband cheated on her and decided to tell her he was in love with the OW rather publicly. Now that she was over the humiliation, she was getting her life back in order. First step, getting a job. However, she meets her new boss under not so ideal conditions.
-sexy hero
-likable heroine who was spunky and fun
-no cheating - once he met her, he did not have sex with anyone else
-they pushed each other away for about the first half of the book
-some steamy sex scenes
-om drama- she had a cheating ex but he didn't play a huge factor in the story
-ow drama - during the first half when they were going at each other, he tried to make her jealous by having a woman over for lunch, closing the office blinds and making it seem like something elicit was happening.
The minute she sat in my lap, I knew I made the mistake for two reasons. First, the look on Lauren’s face made my stomach clench, and second, at the sight of the woman in my lap, my dick shriveled up. Even when I closed the blinds and she took off her coat, revealing her semi-naked form to me —encased in garters and all— my dick just lay there, not rising to the bait
He did not have sex with her, but if his body had responded, I don't know if he would have (I hope not). I could have done without that scene.
The other was a woman who owned a club he was working with. She was handsy but he was totally uninterested- she kissed him on the jaw when he wasn't prepared and left lipstick. The heroine did see and assumed he had slept with another woman- he did not. Again, this was during their crazy antics.
-no violence
-great secondary characters
-just ok epilogue. It was cute but I definitely wanted more of a look into their future. Even with the potential for more stories, a long term look at the couples future is absolutely possible with out compromising the other couples story. Just my opinion.
*This was my first Natasha Madison book and I'm sure it won't be my last.
March 11, 2020
4 ⭐️
I really,really enjoyed it.
The first half of the book was hilarious. Very well written, I loved the characters, and the practical jokes they came up with.
After that, in the second half, their relationship progresses. We step away from crazy antics, sexual tension and move into a more of a limbo/uncertain period of testing the waters, not in a dramatic way or anything like that though.
This was a solid office romance and I loved how the writer didn’t go with the usual depiction of the trope which has high powered CEO throwing his money and authority left and right and a heroine who lusts after him like a schoolgirl. There’s none of that.
It was refreshing to read, made me laugh and overall I’m glad I picked it up.
I will say that, the second part of the book was not as strong as the first which is why it only gets a 4 star rating. There’s nothing wrong with it per say it just didn’t live up to the expectations set in the beginning.
I really,really enjoyed it.
The first half of the book was hilarious. Very well written, I loved the characters, and the practical jokes they came up with.
After that, in the second half, their relationship progresses. We step away from crazy antics, sexual tension and move into a more of a limbo/uncertain period of testing the waters, not in a dramatic way or anything like that though.
This was a solid office romance and I loved how the writer didn’t go with the usual depiction of the trope which has high powered CEO throwing his money and authority left and right and a heroine who lusts after him like a schoolgirl. There’s none of that.
It was refreshing to read, made me laugh and overall I’m glad I picked it up.
I will say that, the second part of the book was not as strong as the first which is why it only gets a 4 star rating. There’s nothing wrong with it per say it just didn’t live up to the expectations set in the beginning.
April 12, 2017
4.5 stars
funny moments and little sexy steamy ones too...
this book has delivered...
I was laughing so hard throughout the book, then I watched a transformation from a hardcore bachelor/workaholic into a man that knows his whole universe has changed and wholeheartedly enriched by this special person as they embark on yet another adventure called life.
Romance & laughter...go hand in hand as they set things in motion like a well oiled machine and this book is the perfect example.
funny moments and little sexy steamy ones too...
this book has delivered...
I was laughing so hard throughout the book, then I watched a transformation from a hardcore bachelor/workaholic into a man that knows his whole universe has changed and wholeheartedly enriched by this special person as they embark on yet another adventure called life.
Ever since she came into my life, it's been one crazy, fucked-up episode after another.
She brings out not only this insane, absurd awfulness in me, but also a fun, silly, playful side I didn't even know I had.
She's the drug and I'm the addict. I've never wanted someone so much in my life. Not just her body, though her body is meant to be worshipped, but her head, hear heart. I want it all.
I want you to know that I'm here for you not because I have to be, but because I want to be.
Let me be that person for you.
Romance & laughter...go hand in hand as they set things in motion like a well oiled machine and this book is the perfect example.
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April 6, 2017
The good: I finished it and the first sex scene was hot.
The bad: I found the couple a bit immature with the pranks, it went downhill towards the end and Noah's disclosure for the next book (I assume?) O.O!!! Not acceptable!
The bad: I found the couple a bit immature with the pranks, it went downhill towards the end and Noah's disclosure for the next book (I assume?) O.O!!! Not acceptable!
May 30, 2017
What can I say? This was one hell of an entertaining book! Solid 4 stars :)
It was so hilarious and so much fun that my face is now aching because of the constant smile and LMAO moments...
It was also steamy hot with a little bit of kink in it ...
He doesn't go all Christian Grey but he does a little bit of that stuff :) Hot hot hot stuff!
The story is simple, the book is no masterpiece to put on your “unforgettables” shelf but whenever you need to be extremely happy, you can read it. It will give the ultimate satisfaction.
Just don’t question why grown-up people are doing such immature things, let it flow and without questioning the logic of their behavior, just have your fun with it. Then, it will put you in a high and happy mood.
Plot:
Lauren is a woman over 30 with 2 kids. She divorces her husband because he cheats on her with their son’s math teacher.
She was looking after their children at home while he was enjoying himself outside. This becomes a lesson for her.
She goes to a gym, loses weight, does her hair, highlights and all, buys new outfits etc for self-confidence and then, she starts a new job after a 10-year break.
Her boss, Austin, divorced his wife, too but he has no children. He is a workaholic and a very moody man. The fact that he changed 10 assistants in 20 days may give you an idea about how difficult he would be to work with.
There is awesome banter between Lauren and Austin and they make some crazy jokes. And they have a sizzling hot chemistry.
The side characters are all awesome and they add a lot of laughs to the story! But the best of them are the children, especially the little girl Rachel :)
The first half of the book is full of laugh-out-loud moments.
The second half is full of hot, hot, hot moments, and it is still fun with no unnecessary drama or angst.
It has a very happy end, of course!
This is a very mood-lifting book about “second chances in life” and I can recommend it whenever you need a fun & hot book!
Why 4 stars, why not 5?
Well, it was fun and lust based, no deep feelings, emotions or angst etc. and I need those deep emotions to give a book 5 stars. That's it, no other problem!
Here are a few excerpts to give you an idea…
I sit down in my chair and immediately start drinking another glass of wine as I try to calm myself by counting down from ten. It takes four times before I no longer feel like I am a danger to myself or others.
***
“What are you guys laughing about?”
“Austin’s PA put something in his Coke, and he had the shits all night long”
“It wasn’t all night long; it was till there was nothing left inside of me”
“Wow. I thought my PA hated me”
“She caught you fucking her mother on your desk”
“She didn’t knock. It wasn’t my fault”
“You had sex with her the day before”
“At least she didn’t try to kill me”
“She put your face on a billboard with your home address and open invitation for free lodging for the homeless."
“I fucked up,” I confess, looking back down at my phone.
“Nothing new there. What happened now?”
“I may have told Lauren that if she weren’t so uptight and she loosened up a little, that maybe her husband wouldn’t have left her and she would still be married.”
I don’t even finish getting the words out before he’s pulling out his phone. “What the fuck are you doing?”
“I’m making sure I clear my schedule for your funeral,” he says, earning himself a glare from me.
***
“You told that beautiful, vivacious young woman that she is undesirable and that’s why her husband left her. And you have the audacity to think that because you say sorry she is going to forgive you?
I must have dropped you on your head when you were younger.” She shakes her head.
***
“Go woo your girl.”
“Woo?” I ask him.
“A meal, rose petals, champagne, lingerie, vibrators, cuffs. You know, romance.”
***
There is a text from Lauren and one from Noah. I read Lauren’s first.
Thank you for the flowers, they are beautiful ;) She also sent a picture of her smelling the roses with a sly smile. I smile at her face, missing her like crazy.
The next is from Noah.
Way to piss on her leg. We get it, she’s taken. Thank god, you didn’t send a barber shop quartet to serenade her.
***
“You know what really turns me on?” She starts to unbutton my shirt. I’m looking inside her robe, which has fallen open further, showing me her bare breasts.
“No fucking clue, but whatever I did, I’m going to do it again,” I say.
It was so hilarious and so much fun that my face is now aching because of the constant smile and LMAO moments...
It was also steamy hot with a little bit of kink in it ...
He doesn't go all Christian Grey but he does a little bit of that stuff :) Hot hot hot stuff!
The story is simple, the book is no masterpiece to put on your “unforgettables” shelf but whenever you need to be extremely happy, you can read it. It will give the ultimate satisfaction.
Just don’t question why grown-up people are doing such immature things, let it flow and without questioning the logic of their behavior, just have your fun with it. Then, it will put you in a high and happy mood.
Plot:
Lauren is a woman over 30 with 2 kids. She divorces her husband because he cheats on her with their son’s math teacher.
She was looking after their children at home while he was enjoying himself outside. This becomes a lesson for her.
She goes to a gym, loses weight, does her hair, highlights and all, buys new outfits etc for self-confidence and then, she starts a new job after a 10-year break.
Her boss, Austin, divorced his wife, too but he has no children. He is a workaholic and a very moody man. The fact that he changed 10 assistants in 20 days may give you an idea about how difficult he would be to work with.
There is awesome banter between Lauren and Austin and they make some crazy jokes. And they have a sizzling hot chemistry.
The side characters are all awesome and they add a lot of laughs to the story! But the best of them are the children, especially the little girl Rachel :)
The first half of the book is full of laugh-out-loud moments.
The second half is full of hot, hot, hot moments, and it is still fun with no unnecessary drama or angst.
It has a very happy end, of course!
This is a very mood-lifting book about “second chances in life” and I can recommend it whenever you need a fun & hot book!
Why 4 stars, why not 5?
Well, it was fun and lust based, no deep feelings, emotions or angst etc. and I need those deep emotions to give a book 5 stars. That's it, no other problem!
Here are a few excerpts to give you an idea…
I sit down in my chair and immediately start drinking another glass of wine as I try to calm myself by counting down from ten. It takes four times before I no longer feel like I am a danger to myself or others.
***
“What are you guys laughing about?”
“Austin’s PA put something in his Coke, and he had the shits all night long”
“It wasn’t all night long; it was till there was nothing left inside of me”
“Wow. I thought my PA hated me”
“She caught you fucking her mother on your desk”
“She didn’t knock. It wasn’t my fault”
“You had sex with her the day before”
“At least she didn’t try to kill me”
“She put your face on a billboard with your home address and open invitation for free lodging for the homeless."
“I fucked up,” I confess, looking back down at my phone.
“Nothing new there. What happened now?”
“I may have told Lauren that if she weren’t so uptight and she loosened up a little, that maybe her husband wouldn’t have left her and she would still be married.”
I don’t even finish getting the words out before he’s pulling out his phone. “What the fuck are you doing?”
“I’m making sure I clear my schedule for your funeral,” he says, earning himself a glare from me.
***
“You told that beautiful, vivacious young woman that she is undesirable and that’s why her husband left her. And you have the audacity to think that because you say sorry she is going to forgive you?
I must have dropped you on your head when you were younger.” She shakes her head.
***
“Go woo your girl.”
“Woo?” I ask him.
“A meal, rose petals, champagne, lingerie, vibrators, cuffs. You know, romance.”
***
There is a text from Lauren and one from Noah. I read Lauren’s first.
Thank you for the flowers, they are beautiful ;) She also sent a picture of her smelling the roses with a sly smile. I smile at her face, missing her like crazy.
The next is from Noah.
Way to piss on her leg. We get it, she’s taken. Thank god, you didn’t send a barber shop quartet to serenade her.
***
“You know what really turns me on?” She starts to unbutton my shirt. I’m looking inside her robe, which has fallen open further, showing me her bare breasts.
“No fucking clue, but whatever I did, I’m going to do it again,” I say.
April 18, 2017
Funny sexy and just brilliant.
This book was just brilliant. I laughed al the way through this book. This isnt the normal CEO and PA fall in luv story they actually can't stand each other at first. The way they met was why they couldnt stand each other and then they end up working together Lauren things life couldn't get any worst. Austin felt the same way but he thought she was sexy as hell and she thought the same as him. But Lauren as been hurt so much by her cheating husbands that Lauren see things a lil different. Austin annoys the hell out of Lauren and with his arrogant ways and crappy manners she had to do something to shake things up and God did she.
The enemies to lovers storyline plus pranks and great banter made this book just brilliant. I couldn't get enough of this once I started it. Lauren and Austin were smoking hot together once they aloud themselves to get close to each other. It was actually really good to see Austin fall for Lauren her life isn't what he is used to it was a big change. I also luvd other characters from this book and i m actually hoping the author does a book for Noel and Kayleigh I luvd them they cracked me up so much throughout the book.
I would highly recommend this book I just luvd everything about it.
This book was just brilliant. I laughed al the way through this book. This isnt the normal CEO and PA fall in luv story they actually can't stand each other at first. The way they met was why they couldnt stand each other and then they end up working together Lauren things life couldn't get any worst. Austin felt the same way but he thought she was sexy as hell and she thought the same as him. But Lauren as been hurt so much by her cheating husbands that Lauren see things a lil different. Austin annoys the hell out of Lauren and with his arrogant ways and crappy manners she had to do something to shake things up and God did she.
The enemies to lovers storyline plus pranks and great banter made this book just brilliant. I couldn't get enough of this once I started it. Lauren and Austin were smoking hot together once they aloud themselves to get close to each other. It was actually really good to see Austin fall for Lauren her life isn't what he is used to it was a big change. I also luvd other characters from this book and i m actually hoping the author does a book for Noel and Kayleigh I luvd them they cracked me up so much throughout the book.
I would highly recommend this book I just luvd everything about it.
April 9, 2017
4 Stars
This book was really hilarious and I laughed so damn much!
She's the drug and I'm the addict. I've never wanted someone so much in my life.
Austin and Lauren were amazing and so funny and a bit immature for their age, but who cares the book was really good and funny and captured my attention since the beginning. I read it in one sit and I enjoyed every second of it.
Besides the main characters I really enjoyed every one else as well. They were one crazy gang of people who had no filter and said the most funny things ever. The pranks that Austin and Lauren did to each other were a bit out of line but so damn funny.
And of course their chemistry was damn good as well. They drove each other crazy and they loved it! Their sex scenes were hot, hot, hot and dirty and steamy...
Overall a great short book with amazing, funny characters and pranks! I had a really nice time reading it and laughing my ass off!
P.S The cover is so damn HAWT!!!
This book was really hilarious and I laughed so damn much!
She's the drug and I'm the addict. I've never wanted someone so much in my life.
Austin and Lauren were amazing and so funny and a bit immature for their age, but who cares the book was really good and funny and captured my attention since the beginning. I read it in one sit and I enjoyed every second of it.
Besides the main characters I really enjoyed every one else as well. They were one crazy gang of people who had no filter and said the most funny things ever. The pranks that Austin and Lauren did to each other were a bit out of line but so damn funny.
And of course their chemistry was damn good as well. They drove each other crazy and they loved it! Their sex scenes were hot, hot, hot and dirty and steamy...
Overall a great short book with amazing, funny characters and pranks! I had a really nice time reading it and laughing my ass off!
P.S The cover is so damn HAWT!!!
April 4, 2017
I FREAKING LOVE THIS BOOK!!
5 stars!
An enemies-to-lovers story, this book is smart and sexy with fantastic banter and a heap of snark, and it’s absolutely hilarious! I haven’t laughed this hard while reading in such a long time, I had tears streaming down my face! So much fun! And the love story is sweet and emotional, making this a really well-rounded read that I could not put down. A definite favourite, I loved it!
Lauren’s picture-perfect life fell apart when she learned that her husband was cheating on her. Now newly divorced and with two children to support, she is re-entering the workforce. While driving to work on her first day she is rear-ended and ends up being late because she’s dealing with the “asshat” who ran into her. So imagine her horror when she turns up to work to find that the asshat is actually her new boss, Austin.
Austin has been through ten PAs in a matter of weeks. He’s a demanding jerk who treats his assistants terribly, and is a downright dick to Lauren, but there’s something about him that is so damn appealing! He’s gorgeous, of course, and his smooth arrogance lets you know that you’re in for a highly entertaining story when met with Lauren’s sass and feistiness. The fact that they’re both physically attracted to each other creates an added edge to their already electric dynamic, and it takes no time at all for the fireworks to begin.
This book is so freaking funny. The arguing and banter between Lauren and Austin sets the tone, and when they start pranking each other in a bid to one-up the other, I could not stop laughing.
But underneath all of the snark and pranks is a simmering chemistry that grows into mad lust, and when it reaches the breaking point, holy damn! Hot, steamy, and hella dirty, these two both know what they want in the bedroom, they’re not afraid to ask for it or to experiment, and the sexy time is sizzling!
The shift in their relationship is well paced and natural as their professed hatred of each other moves to lust and a gradual growing of emotions. And as they get to know each other, real feelings develop and I loved watching it all unfold.
The drama is minimal, and there’s no game playing or stupid angst. It’s a big shift for both of them as they come into each others’ lives and figure out what they want and how to make it all work, but it’s all handled well and sensibly, with great character and relationship development, and it’s a sweet, and gorgeously heartfelt journey.
And watching it all play out is Austin’s two best friends, Noah and John, and I honestly could not get enough of these guys. They tease each other constantly, and the texts, joking and ‘brotherly support’ was absolute gold! Lauren also has her posse of supporters (her hippie-ish sister Kaleigh is hilarious), and the group of side characters as a whole are fantastically fun and bring a lot to the story. And I loved the inclusion of Lauren’s children, Gabe and Rachel, who are wonderfully written, and I thought their part of the story was really well done.
The book is written in dual POV with a bit of overlap so that we get to see key moments from both perspectives, and I really liked that! It provides extra depth as we get to see what each of them are experiencing, and we get to know both Lauren and Austin really well, which I loved because they are both such fantastic characters. Strong, smart and bold, I enjoyed their clashes just as much as their sweet and tender moments, and the sizzling hotness that they shared.
This book has it all – laugh-out-loud funny, seriously hot sexy time and a gorgeous and heartfelt love story. I read it in one sitting, unable to put it down, and I honestly wish I could go back and experience it for the first time all over again. It finishes well with a really sweet epilogue, and it looks like there may be a follow up story for Noah and Kaleigh, so I’m keeping my fingers crossed for more.
Recommended for all fans of sexy romantic comedy, this book is a total winner!
5 stars.
An Advanced Review Copy was generously provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
5 stars!
An enemies-to-lovers story, this book is smart and sexy with fantastic banter and a heap of snark, and it’s absolutely hilarious! I haven’t laughed this hard while reading in such a long time, I had tears streaming down my face! So much fun! And the love story is sweet and emotional, making this a really well-rounded read that I could not put down. A definite favourite, I loved it!
Lauren’s picture-perfect life fell apart when she learned that her husband was cheating on her. Now newly divorced and with two children to support, she is re-entering the workforce. While driving to work on her first day she is rear-ended and ends up being late because she’s dealing with the “asshat” who ran into her. So imagine her horror when she turns up to work to find that the asshat is actually her new boss, Austin.
Austin has been through ten PAs in a matter of weeks. He’s a demanding jerk who treats his assistants terribly, and is a downright dick to Lauren, but there’s something about him that is so damn appealing! He’s gorgeous, of course, and his smooth arrogance lets you know that you’re in for a highly entertaining story when met with Lauren’s sass and feistiness. The fact that they’re both physically attracted to each other creates an added edge to their already electric dynamic, and it takes no time at all for the fireworks to begin.
“She’s nothing more than a crazy chick with a tight ass. Who will get me coffee daily.”
“Oh, really?” Her voice cuts through the air … “Well then, I’m happy I could assist you in your day,” she snorts, coming in and dumping the bags on the table in front of us. “I also got something for your friend,” she huffs and then walks away. This time slamming the door on her way out.
“Oh fuck, you are in so much fucking trouble. Dude, she is going to fucking string you up by the balls.”
This book is so freaking funny. The arguing and banter between Lauren and Austin sets the tone, and when they start pranking each other in a bid to one-up the other, I could not stop laughing.
“John! Get the fuck in here,” I whisper-yell angrily through clenched teeth.
He walks in, and I close the door as he looks down and gasps, taking in the state of my balls. “What the fuck, dude?!”
“I don’t know what’s going on! I was sitting in the meeting when I felt a prickling sensation. I thought my pants were just tight. Dude.” I look down. “My balls.”
I look up again to see that John is standing there, a hand over his mouth, his eyes wide. “You need to go to the doctor. Jesus, do you think they’ll explode?” he wonders as he crouches down — a little too close considering our relationship — to get a better look.
“Get the fuck away from my balls, please.”
But underneath all of the snark and pranks is a simmering chemistry that grows into mad lust, and when it reaches the breaking point, holy damn! Hot, steamy, and hella dirty, these two both know what they want in the bedroom, they’re not afraid to ask for it or to experiment, and the sexy time is sizzling!
The shift in their relationship is well paced and natural as their professed hatred of each other moves to lust and a gradual growing of emotions. And as they get to know each other, real feelings develop and I loved watching it all unfold.
“I want you … Only you. You drive me absolutely fucking crazy, and you keep me on my fucking toes. You make me want everything, and I’ve never wanted everything. I’ve only wanted me. Now, I want you and everything that comes with you.”
The drama is minimal, and there’s no game playing or stupid angst. It’s a big shift for both of them as they come into each others’ lives and figure out what they want and how to make it all work, but it’s all handled well and sensibly, with great character and relationship development, and it’s a sweet, and gorgeously heartfelt journey.
And watching it all play out is Austin’s two best friends, Noah and John, and I honestly could not get enough of these guys. They tease each other constantly, and the texts, joking and ‘brotherly support’ was absolute gold! Lauren also has her posse of supporters (her hippie-ish sister Kaleigh is hilarious), and the group of side characters as a whole are fantastically fun and bring a lot to the story. And I loved the inclusion of Lauren’s children, Gabe and Rachel, who are wonderfully written, and I thought their part of the story was really well done.
The book is written in dual POV with a bit of overlap so that we get to see key moments from both perspectives, and I really liked that! It provides extra depth as we get to see what each of them are experiencing, and we get to know both Lauren and Austin really well, which I loved because they are both such fantastic characters. Strong, smart and bold, I enjoyed their clashes just as much as their sweet and tender moments, and the sizzling hotness that they shared.
This book has it all – laugh-out-loud funny, seriously hot sexy time and a gorgeous and heartfelt love story. I read it in one sitting, unable to put it down, and I honestly wish I could go back and experience it for the first time all over again. It finishes well with a really sweet epilogue, and it looks like there may be a follow up story for Noah and Kaleigh, so I’m keeping my fingers crossed for more.
Recommended for all fans of sexy romantic comedy, this book is a total winner!
5 stars.
An Advanced Review Copy was generously provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
April 6, 2017
I would recommend you check out Alex's review:
https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6...
For me: 3.5 Stars
***SPOILERS AHEAD***
Lauren is the true hero of this book. She is a strong woman. Period.
It took me a while to Warm up to Austin. He really WAS a weak hero. He DID intend to sleep with OW, on the other side of the door while Lauren was there. She was sitting on his LAP, kills the buzz and DOES leave a bad taste in your mouth. Well he went nowhere near the thought of sex once the OW was there is what made me actually forgive him in the end.
He also does mention women at a later point of time when he should really be grovelling but, apart from these two mishaps, he was pretty much a goner, BUT not a very strong character. However, he wanted to stick around for EVERYTHING, even the crazy ass sister and really weird parents, so I'd say Lauren could do worse, and she hadn't really settled, not at all.
And they both learned to compromise, regarding her job specially. I know a lot of people wouldn't agree with me. But I'd call that compromise. Let's not argue.
I didn't particularly like the sister, and of course there was no liking Noah. But for some reason I couldn't hate him, even given the indication he was not just a manwhore but a hedonistic narcissistic one. He started looking out for Lauren like a brother straightaway, not taking Austin's side in any of it, also he hadn't behave disrespectfully towards her at all. Not only that. Despite being a manwhore, he didn't treat Kaleigh without respect, ever. From the first night onward, he was committed, if anything, she walked out on him. but he cared and he actually caught up on the commitment and dating thing WAY before Austin.
So these two, Kaleigh and Noah, are extremely weird, but I'd say well suited. so we'll leave it at that and by the look of it, he might be lowest form of human, and lowest form of manwhore sleeping with his PA AND her mother, but probably once in a relationship, he wouldn't dream of cheating.
And thank god for not forgiving Jake. F**K cheaters. NOT everyone desreves a second chance. If this was real life, a drunken mistake, with some real love between these two still somewhere there, sure, I'd suggest marriage counseling. But this, is cold blooded cheating. However, I really wish they don't have to bring the OW down so much, but then again, I guess, a decent woman wouldn't act upon her feelings for a married man. So I'd say he had that coming!
https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/6...
For me: 3.5 Stars
***SPOILERS AHEAD***
Lauren is the true hero of this book. She is a strong woman. Period.
It took me a while to Warm up to Austin. He really WAS a weak hero. He DID intend to sleep with OW, on the other side of the door while Lauren was there. She was sitting on his LAP, kills the buzz and DOES leave a bad taste in your mouth. Well he went nowhere near the thought of sex once the OW was there is what made me actually forgive him in the end.
He also does mention women at a later point of time when he should really be grovelling but, apart from these two mishaps, he was pretty much a goner, BUT not a very strong character. However, he wanted to stick around for EVERYTHING, even the crazy ass sister and really weird parents, so I'd say Lauren could do worse, and she hadn't really settled, not at all.
And they both learned to compromise, regarding her job specially. I know a lot of people wouldn't agree with me. But I'd call that compromise. Let's not argue.
I didn't particularly like the sister, and of course there was no liking Noah. But for some reason I couldn't hate him, even given the indication he was not just a manwhore but a hedonistic narcissistic one. He started looking out for Lauren like a brother straightaway, not taking Austin's side in any of it, also he hadn't behave disrespectfully towards her at all. Not only that. Despite being a manwhore, he didn't treat Kaleigh without respect, ever. From the first night onward, he was committed, if anything, she walked out on him. but he cared and he actually caught up on the commitment and dating thing WAY before Austin.
So these two, Kaleigh and Noah, are extremely weird, but I'd say well suited. so we'll leave it at that and by the look of it, he might be lowest form of human, and lowest form of manwhore sleeping with his PA AND her mother, but probably once in a relationship, he wouldn't dream of cheating.
And thank god for not forgiving Jake. F**K cheaters. NOT everyone desreves a second chance. If this was real life, a drunken mistake, with some real love between these two still somewhere there, sure, I'd suggest marriage counseling. But this, is cold blooded cheating. However, I really wish they don't have to bring the OW down so much, but then again, I guess, a decent woman wouldn't act upon her feelings for a married man. So I'd say he had that coming!
February 8, 2021
This is a true enemies to lovers book. Usually this trope is loosely represented, meaning they usually aren’t really enemies and it normally only last for a few chapters even if they are. But this is a fun take on it since they really go after one another. The pranks they play on one another are highly entertaining and pretty elaborate.
I’m really enjoying this author and will continue to read her books!
I’m really enjoying this author and will continue to read her books!
October 14, 2017
Warning: this review is likely to contain spoilers.
Another one bites the dust.
I think Tempt the Boss had some good intentions, especially in regard to rom-com. But, ultimately, very little of it worked for me. It had potential, but, on the whole, it was executed so poorly as to render it unbelievable—in an utterly preposterous way. The book tried too hard to be funny, which ended up having the opposite effect and, in turn, lost its appeal. Charmed, I was not.
Lauren Harrison, of indeterminate age, is starting her first day at a new job after having spent the last ten years being a stay-at-home mom. Her friend, who runs her own HR firm specializing in placing temps, got her a job as a PA at Mackenzie Jacob Associates, owned by one Austin Mackenzie.
While in route, Lauren gets in a fender-bender with another vehicle. The fancy car behind her rear-ends her van, though very little damage is done. The driver of the car behind her is more upset than she is and accuses her of being drunk, to which she counters by accusing him of texting while driving. The two exchange snarky comments, but being in a hurry, they both decide not to involve the cops, opting instead to swap phone numbers for insurance purposes before going their separate ways.
Lauren, of course, is late to work, but it’s cool, because, as she’s informed, her new boss was late in getting to the office as well. After filling out the required paperwork, Lauren is introduced to the man in charge, and low and behold there he is, Mr. Fender-Bender himself, a.k.a Austin Mackenzie.
Austin, also of indeterminate age, is surprised to see the supposed drunk woman waltz into his office, and immediately accuses her of stalking him. Outraged, Lauren quits on the spot. Barbara, Austin’s childhood nanny and current head of HR, is appalled to learn that her precious Austin not only hit Lauren’s car, but accused her of being drunk. She raised him better than this, she rants, demanding that he apologize right this second.
Whining in a tone that sounds more at home coming from a child, and all but sticking his tongue out, Austin tells his side of the story. Because why the hell not? He accuses Lauren of braking suddenly for no reason, so it’s totally all her fault that he crashed into her van because, according to him, there wasn’t even anyone in front of her at the time.
Nanny McBarbara is not amused, so bratty Austin sort of apologizes: “I’m sorry I accused you of being drunk. I should have just called you what you are—a reckless, clueless female driver.”
As one would imagine, this sentiment doesn't go over well, resulting in Barbara's immediate resignation. This shocks Lauren so much that she offers to stay—temporarily, that is, if only Barbara won’t quit. Austin has already gone through ten assistants in the last month alone, and poor Barbara has been desperate to fill the position, so she readily agrees to stay on now that Lauren has agreed not to quit. And just like that, Barbara and Lauren become fast friends.
From that moment on, Austin and Lauren don't even try to act like professional adults. He pulls her pigtails and she pushes him in the mud. I kid, I kid. Sort of. He rearranges her alphabetized Post-its. She spent all day working on those, damn it, and retaliates by lacing his drink with a laxative. And on and on it goes.
And this is where the story lost me. I just couldn’t reconcile the fact that a newly divorced, single mom with two young kids to support would stoop so low as to pull petty, childish pranks just days after being hired at her new place of employment.
I mean, come on. Who in their right mind would put laxatives in their boss’s drink? Or itching powder—of which he developed a severe allergic reaction—on the crotch of her boss’s dry-cleaned suit pants?
Being newly divorced, one has to assume that Lauren actually needed this job. Why else would she be going back to work after ten years? I understand that this is fiction, but I can only suspend my disbelief so far. I’m all for harmless pranks and back-and-forth banter, but there is still such a thing as professionalism. I know it was meant to be funny, but had this been real life, Austin not only would’ve fired her, but he also would've likely filed criminal charges as well. And he would’ve been justified in doing so.
We were told many times throughout the book that Lauren was the best PA to ever have graced the universe, more or less. But her actions didn’t reflect that notion. She was unprofessional to such a degree that she should’ve been fired on the spot on more than one occasion. Austin, on the other hand, was an immature boss from hell, so maybe these two idiots were meant to be. But I certainly didn't enjoy the journey to their happily-ever-after.
The characters were one-dimensional, unrealistic, and inconsistent. Take Austin, for example. The blurb leads one to believe that he’s this arrogant, cocky alpha male, when in all actuality, that couldn’t be further from the truth. He was almost childlike in nature, whiny tantrums and all. Even the side characters lacked substance. They were nothing more than annoying background noise—over-the-top caricatures of themselves. I just didn’t warm to Austin and Lauren, neither individually or even as a couple.
The writing style left a lot to be desired. It was pedestrian and off-putting at times, to be honest. The book just wasn't well-written. Reading dual points of view of the same exact scene, right down to identical dialogue, was redundant and highlighted a lack of know-how.
The pacing was problematic. At the halfway point, the characters still hadn’t managed to get together in an official capacity, and barely even qualified as friends. When they finally did together, it was more to scratch an itch and satisfy their mutual lust. They’d move forward, lull us into believing that they were finally going somewhere, only to regress and find something else to fight about.
The book also focused too much on details that had no bearing on the actual story itself. I’m talking long-winded sentences spent describing every minute detail of the heroine’s numerous outfits from head to toe. The constant brand dropping was an irritant I could’ve done without.
All in all, I wasn’t all that impressed with this one. There wasn't much to the plot, the characters lacked depth, and I found the romance so unsatisfying as to barely even quality as romance.
If you're looking for a well-written office romance with a good enemies-to-lovers plot, I highly recommend The Hating Game by Sally Thorne.
Another one bites the dust.
I think Tempt the Boss had some good intentions, especially in regard to rom-com. But, ultimately, very little of it worked for me. It had potential, but, on the whole, it was executed so poorly as to render it unbelievable—in an utterly preposterous way. The book tried too hard to be funny, which ended up having the opposite effect and, in turn, lost its appeal. Charmed, I was not.
Lauren Harrison, of indeterminate age, is starting her first day at a new job after having spent the last ten years being a stay-at-home mom. Her friend, who runs her own HR firm specializing in placing temps, got her a job as a PA at Mackenzie Jacob Associates, owned by one Austin Mackenzie.
While in route, Lauren gets in a fender-bender with another vehicle. The fancy car behind her rear-ends her van, though very little damage is done. The driver of the car behind her is more upset than she is and accuses her of being drunk, to which she counters by accusing him of texting while driving. The two exchange snarky comments, but being in a hurry, they both decide not to involve the cops, opting instead to swap phone numbers for insurance purposes before going their separate ways.
Lauren, of course, is late to work, but it’s cool, because, as she’s informed, her new boss was late in getting to the office as well. After filling out the required paperwork, Lauren is introduced to the man in charge, and low and behold there he is, Mr. Fender-Bender himself, a.k.a Austin Mackenzie.
Austin, also of indeterminate age, is surprised to see the supposed drunk woman waltz into his office, and immediately accuses her of stalking him. Outraged, Lauren quits on the spot. Barbara, Austin’s childhood nanny and current head of HR, is appalled to learn that her precious Austin not only hit Lauren’s car, but accused her of being drunk. She raised him better than this, she rants, demanding that he apologize right this second.
Whining in a tone that sounds more at home coming from a child, and all but sticking his tongue out, Austin tells his side of the story. Because why the hell not? He accuses Lauren of braking suddenly for no reason, so it’s totally all her fault that he crashed into her van because, according to him, there wasn’t even anyone in front of her at the time.
Nanny McBarbara is not amused, so bratty Austin sort of apologizes: “I’m sorry I accused you of being drunk. I should have just called you what you are—a reckless, clueless female driver.”
As one would imagine, this sentiment doesn't go over well, resulting in Barbara's immediate resignation. This shocks Lauren so much that she offers to stay—temporarily, that is, if only Barbara won’t quit. Austin has already gone through ten assistants in the last month alone, and poor Barbara has been desperate to fill the position, so she readily agrees to stay on now that Lauren has agreed not to quit. And just like that, Barbara and Lauren become fast friends.
From that moment on, Austin and Lauren don't even try to act like professional adults. He pulls her pigtails and she pushes him in the mud. I kid, I kid. Sort of. He rearranges her alphabetized Post-its. She spent all day working on those, damn it, and retaliates by lacing his drink with a laxative. And on and on it goes.
And this is where the story lost me. I just couldn’t reconcile the fact that a newly divorced, single mom with two young kids to support would stoop so low as to pull petty, childish pranks just days after being hired at her new place of employment.
I mean, come on. Who in their right mind would put laxatives in their boss’s drink? Or itching powder—of which he developed a severe allergic reaction—on the crotch of her boss’s dry-cleaned suit pants?
Being newly divorced, one has to assume that Lauren actually needed this job. Why else would she be going back to work after ten years? I understand that this is fiction, but I can only suspend my disbelief so far. I’m all for harmless pranks and back-and-forth banter, but there is still such a thing as professionalism. I know it was meant to be funny, but had this been real life, Austin not only would’ve fired her, but he also would've likely filed criminal charges as well. And he would’ve been justified in doing so.
We were told many times throughout the book that Lauren was the best PA to ever have graced the universe, more or less. But her actions didn’t reflect that notion. She was unprofessional to such a degree that she should’ve been fired on the spot on more than one occasion. Austin, on the other hand, was an immature boss from hell, so maybe these two idiots were meant to be. But I certainly didn't enjoy the journey to their happily-ever-after.
The characters were one-dimensional, unrealistic, and inconsistent. Take Austin, for example. The blurb leads one to believe that he’s this arrogant, cocky alpha male, when in all actuality, that couldn’t be further from the truth. He was almost childlike in nature, whiny tantrums and all. Even the side characters lacked substance. They were nothing more than annoying background noise—over-the-top caricatures of themselves. I just didn’t warm to Austin and Lauren, neither individually or even as a couple.
The writing style left a lot to be desired. It was pedestrian and off-putting at times, to be honest. The book just wasn't well-written. Reading dual points of view of the same exact scene, right down to identical dialogue, was redundant and highlighted a lack of know-how.
The pacing was problematic. At the halfway point, the characters still hadn’t managed to get together in an official capacity, and barely even qualified as friends. When they finally did together, it was more to scratch an itch and satisfy their mutual lust. They’d move forward, lull us into believing that they were finally going somewhere, only to regress and find something else to fight about.
The book also focused too much on details that had no bearing on the actual story itself. I’m talking long-winded sentences spent describing every minute detail of the heroine’s numerous outfits from head to toe. The constant brand dropping was an irritant I could’ve done without.
All in all, I wasn’t all that impressed with this one. There wasn't much to the plot, the characters lacked depth, and I found the romance so unsatisfying as to barely even quality as romance.
If you're looking for a well-written office romance with a good enemies-to-lovers plot, I highly recommend The Hating Game by Sally Thorne.
April 6, 2017
3.5 Stars
Loved the beginning of this book! Enemies to lovers is my thing! The pranks these two pulled on each other had me dying laughing!! But sadly after they finally got together the book became just ok for me. I'm sad to say I skimmed all the sex scenes. Loved how great Austin was with her kids. Loved how Lauren handled her douchebag cheating ex! Loved Lauren's sister and Austins best friend!
If you're in the mood for childish pranks between a PA and her boss this book is for you! Get ready to laugh until tears are running down your face. Hahaha!
Loved the beginning of this book! Enemies to lovers is my thing! The pranks these two pulled on each other had me dying laughing!! But sadly after they finally got together the book became just ok for me. I'm sad to say I skimmed all the sex scenes. Loved how great Austin was with her kids. Loved how Lauren handled her douchebag cheating ex! Loved Lauren's sister and Austins best friend!
If you're in the mood for childish pranks between a PA and her boss this book is for you! Get ready to laugh until tears are running down your face. Hahaha!
November 24, 2019
Just a wee bit OTT but I still enjoyed it...
Tempt The Boss was very entertaining and the kind of contemporary romance I find easy to sink into. An unhappy intro to the characters...because what's the point of a romance story if the hero and heroine are blissfully happy without each other? Blistering chemistry that jumped off the pages and made me squirm. Romantic gestures that made me sigh and remember the good-old-days of courtship. Saying the wrong thing at the wrong time, seeing the repercussions and what needs to be said or happen to make things right again. A laugh out loud scene or two to brighten my day. And...the pièce de résistance...when they give in to their sexual frustrations and it's HOT!!
I'm one of those horrible people who nervously laugh at others misfortunes and accidents. I don't mean to, I feel bloody guilty when it happens but it just slips out. So, while I was laughing my head off at Austin's misfortunes at the hands of Lauren's pranks, I was completely horrified also. The poor bloke copped it big time. To be honest, I thought it was OTT and if it happened in real life, he probably had every right to report her to the police. But, in Romancelandia we laugh.
Austin is married to his work, he has never planned on finding his one because he doesn't want a woman to hate his dedication to his job. Lauren has two children, is recently divorced and returning to the workforce after ten years at home with the kids. They are an unlikely couple at first, but as time goes on, the sexual attraction turns into something more.
It's a funny thing to pick apart a story that I finished with a big goofy grin on my face. Yes, there were things that annoyed me and made me shake my head but I still really enjoyed the journey. I enjoyed it so much I was desperate to find more books by Natasha Madison. So, while I really enjoyed the story overall, I took off one star for all the *shake my heads*. While I really loved Lauren and Austin's love story, I loved the additional characters as well. Lauren's kids are sweethearts, Austin's mates are funny and Lauren's sister is a crack up.
In the end, Tempt The Boss wasn't perfect, but it was perfect for me today. I've already downloaded the audio's (Audible Escape) for Tempt the Playboy and Something So Right. After meeting those characters, I need to know them better.
Tempt The Boss was very entertaining and the kind of contemporary romance I find easy to sink into. An unhappy intro to the characters...because what's the point of a romance story if the hero and heroine are blissfully happy without each other? Blistering chemistry that jumped off the pages and made me squirm. Romantic gestures that made me sigh and remember the good-old-days of courtship. Saying the wrong thing at the wrong time, seeing the repercussions and what needs to be said or happen to make things right again. A laugh out loud scene or two to brighten my day. And...the pièce de résistance...when they give in to their sexual frustrations and it's HOT!!
I'm one of those horrible people who nervously laugh at others misfortunes and accidents. I don't mean to, I feel bloody guilty when it happens but it just slips out. So, while I was laughing my head off at Austin's misfortunes at the hands of Lauren's pranks, I was completely horrified also. The poor bloke copped it big time. To be honest, I thought it was OTT and if it happened in real life, he probably had every right to report her to the police. But, in Romancelandia we laugh.
Austin is married to his work, he has never planned on finding his one because he doesn't want a woman to hate his dedication to his job. Lauren has two children, is recently divorced and returning to the workforce after ten years at home with the kids. They are an unlikely couple at first, but as time goes on, the sexual attraction turns into something more.
It's a funny thing to pick apart a story that I finished with a big goofy grin on my face. Yes, there were things that annoyed me and made me shake my head but I still really enjoyed the journey. I enjoyed it so much I was desperate to find more books by Natasha Madison. So, while I really enjoyed the story overall, I took off one star for all the *shake my heads*. While I really loved Lauren and Austin's love story, I loved the additional characters as well. Lauren's kids are sweethearts, Austin's mates are funny and Lauren's sister is a crack up.
In the end, Tempt The Boss wasn't perfect, but it was perfect for me today. I've already downloaded the audio's (Audible Escape) for Tempt the Playboy and Something So Right. After meeting those characters, I need to know them better.
April 6, 2017
Hilarious and super hot!!!!
March 19, 2017
I've just recently discovered Natasha Madison's work and I've been so impressed so far, but her latest release, TEMPT THE BOSS, was one of the FUNNIEST romantic comedies I've read in a very long time! People, we are talking laugh out loud, fall on your ass, tears in your eyes, spit-take worthy romantic comedy here. The banter is EVERYTHING in this story. The sexy and hilarious shenanigans are EVERYTHING in this story. The minute I read the very last page, I wanted to experience the hilarity ALL OVER AGAIN! I'm beyond ecstatic for people to get their hands on this comedic genius of a romance.
"That is almost like watching porn," I tell him. "You doing stuff like washing dishes, vacuuming, homework with Gabe. It's mom porn."
His eyebrows shoot up. "Are you checking me out?" he questions with a smile.
"I'm doing more than checking you out. I'm undressing you in my mind," I tease him as I lean against the counter.
He shakes the water from his hands. "Really? Well, in that case, where the fuck is the vacuum?"
I seriously didn't know that it was possible to have SO MUCH FUN while reading a romance. Entertaining...sure. Romantic...of course. But OMG! TEMPT THE BOSS just DID IT for me, ya know? If you are on the fence about the romantic comedy genre, Lauren and Austin's story will push you in the right direction. Their story and the hilarious and amazing writing of this new-to-me author, will make you a fan for LIFE! Office romance, enemies-to-lovers, gone-so-wrong office pranks, hate sex, and so much more! Stop what you're doing and get your hands on this HIGHLY RECOMMENDED romance!
"That is almost like watching porn," I tell him. "You doing stuff like washing dishes, vacuuming, homework with Gabe. It's mom porn."
His eyebrows shoot up. "Are you checking me out?" he questions with a smile.
"I'm doing more than checking you out. I'm undressing you in my mind," I tease him as I lean against the counter.
He shakes the water from his hands. "Really? Well, in that case, where the fuck is the vacuum?"
I seriously didn't know that it was possible to have SO MUCH FUN while reading a romance. Entertaining...sure. Romantic...of course. But OMG! TEMPT THE BOSS just DID IT for me, ya know? If you are on the fence about the romantic comedy genre, Lauren and Austin's story will push you in the right direction. Their story and the hilarious and amazing writing of this new-to-me author, will make you a fan for LIFE! Office romance, enemies-to-lovers, gone-so-wrong office pranks, hate sex, and so much more! Stop what you're doing and get your hands on this HIGHLY RECOMMENDED romance!
April 6, 2017
Really enjoyed the first half this book. Their antics were funny even if sometimes a bit silly. But I still found myself in stiches especially the itchy powder. It was classic.
The h's sister Kaleigh, I truly love. She's loyal and funny. She's epic. The bomb Noah dropped about him getting a divorce, really wonder about that.
I was a wee bit disappointed with the h because one day she was adamant about not quitting her job for the H and next she made arrangements for her replacement. hmmmm...
What I love and admire is when the h moved on from her cheating ex. There is no going back for her. And I would like to quote a friend (looking at you Alex) F*ck cheaters!
The h's sister Kaleigh, I truly love. She's loyal and funny. She's epic. The bomb Noah dropped about him getting a divorce, really wonder about that.
I was a wee bit disappointed with the h because one day she was adamant about not quitting her job for the H and next she made arrangements for her replacement. hmmmm...
What I love and admire is when the h moved on from her cheating ex. There is no going back for her. And I would like to quote a friend (looking at you Alex) F*ck cheaters!
December 14, 2017
3.75 stars.
This! This is what I'm talking about!
Oh Dear God in Heaven, this was hilarious! I only wish it wasn't the middle of the night so I could howl with laughter real loud and not get cursed or exorcised. xD
You have to read this you guys! Even if you like different things just read it for the humour cause I'm still recovering and fast becoming addicted to Natasha Madison's crazy ass characters and story!
This! This is what I'm talking about!
Oh Dear God in Heaven, this was hilarious! I only wish it wasn't the middle of the night so I could howl with laughter real loud and not get cursed or exorcised. xD
You have to read this you guys! Even if you like different things just read it for the humour cause I'm still recovering and fast becoming addicted to Natasha Madison's crazy ass characters and story!
May 2, 2019
Funny. Hilarious. Especially the first 50%. Oh my all those pranks are just hilarious. Good thing I read it in private place so I don't have to snort out loud. It is also a sweet story. I really like Austin. He is sweet and loving alpha male. I want more of his POV actually. And it is right ladies. A man who is not afraid on doing household chores is very sexy.
The things that I found lacking is the layer and depth of the story. On some part of the book the story is bit flat. I wish the ending can ended with a prank between Lauren and Austin.
I do enjoy this book
4 stars
The things that I found lacking is the layer and depth of the story. On some part of the book the story is bit flat. I wish the ending can ended with a prank between Lauren and Austin.
I do enjoy this book
4 stars
April 17, 2017
Hilarious, fun and enjoyable read. Me likey.
June 18, 2017
Adorei o bom humor da autora. Muita quimica entre o casal principal. Livro cheio de fofura, partes hot e com uma leitura fluida. Muito bom! Adorei!
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