Greed

Seven Vices #2

by Emily Blythe

This edition is no longer available. Please see the 2019 revised edition.

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Filthy rich, charismatic and obnoxiously insincere. Oliver was everything I despised about the world, all wrapped up in a dirty talking, sexy as hell package. Anyone else would have sold their left kidney to get close to him. To bask in his charismatic glow, even for a split second. But I knew from the outset that he was all wrong for me. . . I had always known exactly who my Mr. Right would be. A man who shared my passion for helping others. A man with a heart of gold and no hidden agendas. A man who was the perfect reflection of me. But when Oliver made a huge donation to my aid organisation, I couldn’t just ignore him. When he asked me out to dinner, I still couldn’t ignore him. . . And before I knew it, he was making sure I’d never forget him. *** This is a full-length, standalone novel with a HEA. GREED is the first book in a new set of standalone contemporary romance novels called the SEVEN VICES SERIES. Each book in the series is themed around a common human vice. These books are full-length novels that can be read in any order. Look out for the next book in the series, WRATH, coming early 2018.'

Kindle Edition

Published December 15, 2017

Reviews

[D · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book! It's cute, funny, and very steamy. Highly recommend this book.

Sophia went through a rough time when she was younger. Now she is taking charge and is trying to help save people from natural disasters. She stumbles on a very sexy Oliver. Chemistry is out this world and the tension is high.

I'm so glad I got to read this book early, and I can't wait to read more in this series.

[Mandie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was one steamy romance! I have a love/hate relationship with Oliver! I can’t wait to read more of this series!

[D · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oliver is a troublemaker and a full blown jerk in the best ways. He does something that lands himself into community service at Second Chances.The lucky Sophia gets to babysit this tall dark and handsome playboy. Even though she despises him, this could be her biggest challenge She is not thrilled and she has no problem putting Oliver in his place. The banter between these two made me chuckle.

I recieved an arc for an honest review

[Holly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sophia and Oliver story . Everything around them is base on assumptions but reality was different
Oliver,billionaire with bad rap. In real life,ruthless business man with soft heart ,that nobody believes he has.
Sophia,soft girl with big secret that could ruin her life. She should be more ruthless with past to fight for future.
Both of the were really Greedy just to have love,normal family.
Will they start trust each other?Will all their action made out of assumption worked out in the end for them?
Hope for more story about this family and circle of friends.
This is my free and honest review

[Elvira · Rating 5 out of 5]

loved this book Oliver and Sophia’s characters were a hoot. Oliver lands himself in community service and Sophia is assigned to his case and when these two meet sparks fly from the get go. The chemistry is hot between them. It’s so well written I could not put it down.

[Tammy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sophia and Oliver had very different lives but in the end, they wanted the same things. The characters have lots of depth and the story is entertaining with lots of twists and turns. The chemistry is steamy, and I enjoyed their story. A good read.

[J K · Rating 5 out of 5]

After reading Wrath I had to pick up this one. Let me tell you... this book had everything I've come to expect from this author... slow burn romance (not a bunch of random sex scenes thrown together with no story line, lol). It has tension, a mystery and of course... hot and steamy scenes that really explode off the page when they finally happen. This is why I always read this series through to the end, because the author knows exactly what I want. If you want a quick and sexy read with no story, this isn't it. If you want tension, interesting characters, funny dialogue, AND hot and steamy passion that explodes after a build up... well, this is going to be your jam.

[Kaye · Rating 5 out of 5]

ONE SPICY FUN-FILLED ADVENTURE!!!
Line 'em up! Emily imparts an arresting storyline and engaging plot, showcasing her immense talent, vivid imagination, intellect and unique insight for detail, bursting this gem into one incredible mix that propels this baby to life spectacularly. A roaring vortex full of fevrent events and baffling circumstances, blow this little fella wide open. Sparks fly as drama, intrigue, misgivings, turmoil, secrets, mounting suspense and perplexing fun-filled situations along with a boatload of chaos, makes for one chart topping adventure. Cognizant of the instant realization and charged atmosphere, along with a bevy of astonishing twists and shocking turns, testing our characters in ways they could have never anticipated. Anarchy, escapades and havoc run amuck, kicking this gem into a roaring tempest, blasting it into a frenzy with a life-altering denouement. Presenting incredibly, well rounded scenario's, ramping up the exuberance and adrenaline with such intensity and precision, grounding in it's strength and awe-inspiring in it's depth. The dynamics and countenance in layer upon layer that you peel back with each page your drawn into this web so deep until everything else ceases to exist. The characters are complex and authentic with depth and traits that blend and flow smoothly transforming into genuinely relatable personalities. The scenes are strikingly sharp with abundant details and descriptions creating a colorful backdrop that makes the storyline pop. Remarkable job Emily, thanks for sharing this little treasure with us.

[BP34 · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author's blurb gives you a good insight to the series - This is is the first book in a new series of standalone contemporary romance novels called the SEVEN VICES SERIES. Each book in the series is themed around a common human vice. These books are full length novels that can be read in any order.
This book was about GREED and features Oliver and Sophia. Sophia was definitely not greedy, in fact her life was centered around helping others. She was especially sympathetic to people who had losses from natural cause her family lost everything in a fire. When she met Oliver, he was the opposite of everything she was. He was greedy, arrogant, selfish but sexy and gorgeous. Opposite attract and their chemistry was explosive. A great story with well defined characters and an engaging storyline. No spoiler here, but it's a good read and one that's hard to put down. I read an advance reader copy and voluntarily chose to write a review.

[Terri Zumbrook · Rating 4 out of 5]

From the first pages of this book you know Sophia has some deep secret that would change how everyone sees her. We also come to find that Oliver doesn’t have secrets so much as past hurt that colors his view of relationships.

What I really like about the book is how the misconceptions people had about the “playboy troublemaker” Oliver turn out to be so wrong. The author did a good job revealing the secrets about the characters little by little so I didn’t want to put the book down.

Finally, their romance is not an easy one and it follows a lot of ups and downs usually preceded by some satisfying, steamy, or poignant moments.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Carolina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hopefully, you aren’t like me and read this series in order. However, I started with the third book and got hooked! So this is the second book in the series. Oh lawd!! Oliver, Oliver, Oliver!! He needs a whole lot of work, but Sophia seems up to the task. It’s so easy to root for Sophia because she’s struggled in life, but she’s the perfect counterbalance to Oliver. There are times when you want to hug Oliver, but more times than not you want to strangle him. However, it does get better. Although, he still had his moments! I loved Sophia and Oliver!! I love this series!!

I look forward to more books in this series!!!

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[Magali · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent and intense
Greatromance which I loved the characters who are very intense, just like my emotions while reading this story.
I loved the confrontation of Oliver who is arrogant, extremely focused on his work and who finds himself faced with the reality of the shallows, and Sophia, the heroine devoted to her work who flees a complex situation, who hides in her profession and in this big city. Between what seem to be differences between them, their attraction that they cannot have, the secrets of Sophia which are so important that she cannot speak about them because she wiould loose everything she has built, the story is full of twists and emotions.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book

[Vicki Stephens · Rating 5 out of 5]

Greed is the second book in Emily Blythe’s Seven Vices series featuring Oliver Lewin, billionaire and ruthless businessman assigned to a non-profit community service sentence which focuses on natural disaster relief, and Sophia, Oliver’s supervisor for his service to the Second Chances organization who also has her own secrets. Oliver and Sophia begin their relationship with mistrust over her negative misconceptions about him. As they learn more about each other, their relationship advances to sharing past personal hurts and secrets. I recommend this well written book which slowly reveals the characters and a plot which slowly discloses secret twists which results in romance.

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[Emma · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a fun read with plenty of sexual tension between the main characters. It confused me for a moment, as this actually takes place before the events of the first book so when we were introduced to previous characters it was a bit jarring seeing them back to their old selves. A cute romance with some nice moments of amusing banter between the two which moved the story along at a nice pace. The points of view weren't as equal as the last book, as these two don't have the history to delve into, but it would have been nice to see some more moments from Oliver's point of view.
The author definitely knows how to create a slow burn in this series, and I'm finding each book as enjoyable as the last!

[Misasha Suzuki Graham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sophia's devoted to helping others through Second Chances, due to her past history. Oliver's present history has landed him - a consummate playboy - in a community service role with the same organization, and Sophia's his supervisor. Will they get past their immediate dislike for each other to be able to work together - or become something more? Although this wasn't a fireworks-from-the-start romance, I loved the slower pace as it seemed more realistic to me. Can't wait to read more from this author!

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[Jen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is book two in the Seven Vices series. Oliver is the handsome, rich playboy who has gotten into trouble. This time he has community service that is be
done at a place called Second Chances. They help folks recover from natural disasters. Sophie is the woman in charge and now she has to babysit Oliver. Folks are not always as they seem and these two characters begin to learn that as they get to know one another. The chemistry between these two burns low and hot. I found the story an entertaining read and will continue on with the series. Enjoy!

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[Shifty Bugger · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the book it was great, the story was well written and the characters are interesting. Once I started I could not put the book down from start to finish you just could not get enough left you wanting more twists and turns with emotions that makes you want more. Sophia was stuck with Oliver not that she wanted to look after the rich playboy, probation after doing wrong.
Thank you for allowing me to review your book.

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[Michele · Rating 4 out of 5]

The chemistry is sizzling almost at all times until they get together than it is purely boiling over. Love that the title is misleading with greed being the key looking for love and often misunderstood as being money hungry. Liked that both characters have misinterpreted the other from here-say, when they really get to know one another, they realize there is more to them than rumors. Wonderful book in this series, looking ready to get a hold of the next one.

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[Dorothy Morris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sophia gets to babysit this tall dark and handsome playboy. Even though she despises him, this could be her biggest challenge. She went through a rough time when she was younger. Now she is taking charge and is trying to help save people from natural disasters. But sparks fly as drama, intrigue, turmoil, secrets, mounting suspense and fun-filled situations along with a boatload of chaos make for one great adventure.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Peggy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A new author to me. This is the second book in the Seven Vices series. The story is about Oliver and Sophie. Oliver is a gorgeous, alpha man who is also a rich playboy. He got himself into some trouble and was order to complete community service which is done at that a place called Second Chances. Second Chances helps people recover from natural disasters. Sophie is the woman in charge and now she has to babysit Oliver.

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[Teri · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this story even though I kept looking for the greed part. This is a well written story with an h you want to choke because of communication, she had a lot of assumptions and made moves with out all of the necessary info although it all worked out in the end it made for an emotional read (me fussing at her and working real hard to not throw my kindle). Other than that I loved it and love this author's style. Can't wait to read more of her work.

[Debbi Taylor · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oliver tall dark handsome supposed playboy, Sophia normal working girl with secrets she hides, they come together when Oliver is sentenced to community service and Sophia is the lucky lady who gets him! Is Oliver all he seems and what is Sophia hiding you’ll have to read to find out! I definitely recommend that you do.

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[BP34 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oliver is part of the Seven Vices Series and does the series proud. Sophia and Oliver will have you in stitches with their back and forth banter. They were opposites yet alike in more ways than either wanted to admit. Chemistry that's over the top and passion galore. Great characters and an entertaining story. Hot and sexy read that I read a reading copy and voluntarily chose to review.

[Sylvie Rochon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this story. Typical rich guy, Oliver, makes a mistake, has to do community service at a non-profit, where Sophia works. It's a bit of a enemies to lovers deal with some secrets, twists, and drama. The chemistry between the main characters is off the charts. It's a slow burn, and worth the anticipation!!
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[J. Ockenhouse · Rating 5 out of 5]

Misconceptions, secrets, drama and sweetness are just what Sophia and Oliver endure. They were so well written and the bit by bit revelations about them had me reading like a windstorm.

Loved this book. It's written to grab and hold your attention, you actually want to learn every detail about the characters and see them together. I received an ARC for an honest and voluntarily review.

[Melanie Jo · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm really enjoying this Seven Vices series. Each one so far has been so good. I really liked this story but felt that the characters lacked a little chemistry with each other. Besides that, it was a pretty good book that kept me hooked right from the beginning.

I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving a free copy.

[Farah · Rating 4 out of 5]

*ARC Provided By Author*

Great short read with a steady story line about a billionaire whose just misunderstood and a woman whose just trying to figure out that missing part in her life. It's a well written story and I can't wait to read more books to come from Emily. 😊

[Kathy Mccalmon · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the 2nd book in the standalone series. this is Sophia and Oliver story. Things are not always as they appear

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[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very amazing story, My first read from this series. I'm definitely going to have to go back and check out the rest! Loved the plot and the characters.

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[Jeanne Kotsios · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book hooked me from the get go I just couldn’t put it down I fell in love with these characters and omg what a story just a perfect

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