Troublemaker

The Bentons of New York #2

by Deborah Bladon

Adley York is everything I want in a best friend. She’s honest, kind and speaks her mind. The fact that she doesn’t care that I’m hot as hell and rich as sin makes her the perfect person to hang out with. I’m the first to admit my mind wanders to other places when I’m with her. Who can blame me? It’s not just the fact that Adley is gorgeous. She’s also smart as a whip and the most fearless person I’ve ever known. She’s completely off limits though. When I challenge her to a game of Truth or Dare, I vow to myself to keep it clean. That crashes and burns the instant she asks me about my first time. We cross a line we swore we never would, but I want even more. She says I’m trouble. She’s right. I didn’t get where I am in life by following every damn rule. I go after what I want, and the beautiful blonde who claims she still wants to be just friends is the only woman I think about. I dare Adley to not fall in love with me because the truth is that I’m falling in love with her.

Genres: Romance, Friends To Lovers, Contemporary, New Adult, Contemporary Romance

270 pages, Paperback

Published October 2, 2017

About the author

Deborah Bladon had never read a romance hero she didn't like. Her love for romance novels began when she was old enough to board the bus, library card in hand to check out the newest Harlequin paperbacks. She was a Canadian by heart, and by passport, but you could often spot her in New York City sipping a latte and looking for inspiration for her next story. Manhattan was definitely her second home.

She cherished her family and believed that each day was a gift for writing, for reading, and for loving.

Reviews

[Kayread]

I dislike friends to lovers if they had feelings for each other but still slept around. Adleys worried that they will not make it as a couple and wants to stay friends. Crew wants to pursue things. I didn't like how Adley had been to his club but he was so busy hooking up to notice. She'd watch him leave to go upstairs with girls and return knowing they had sex. I don't think I could watch the man I love be with someone else. I'll gladly ruin the friendship rather than constant heartbreak of seeing them with others.

[Rejane]

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Awful

[Madeline Maureen]

I would have given it four stars, but I really didn't enjoy hearing about everyone he fucked in the past. Not my cuppa. I really wish that we could have one lead male who doesn't fuck anything with a hole and then have to hear about it. That'd be great. And yes I know that's judgy, but all I kept thinking about was how many STDs the guy had. He touched base on drugs and unprotected sex, but never mentioned if he was clean.

[Anne OK]

A real hard case of coulda-shoulda-woulda if only there weren't so many things that just didn't feel good or right. I didn't really click with either Adley or Crew. Both were a bit off the rails. This is a new-to-me-author that was recommended. I've read one other book and it was about mid-road, too. Both books seemed so much the same and far too much sex over substance. She may not be a fit for me -- probably won't give it another go. Cleaning out the Kindle overload, and I've just about decided that I'll give a few a try and if I don't feel the feels, I'm going to DNF and move on in 2020!

[Desi]

Uno de los Peores libros de Friends to lovers.....
y los peores protagonistas, ni lástima dieron!

Me esperaba algo mejor, algo más romántico, más dulce... pero me pareció tan vulgar la forma de comportarse y de hablar y de todo, siendo uno de la alta sociedad y la otra al menos con un titulo universitaria o en camino de tenerlo... eso nunca lo explican muy bien!!

SINOPSIS:

Adley York es todo lo que quiero en una mejor amiga.

Ella es honesta, amable y dice lo que piensa. El hecho de que no le importe que yo sea caliente como el infierno y rico como el pecado la convierte en la persona perfecta para pasar el rato.

Soy el primero en admitir que mi mente vaga a otros lugares cuando estoy con ella. ¿Quién puede culparme? No es solo el hecho de que Adley sea hermosa. También es inteligente como un látigo y la persona más intrépida que he conocido.

Sin embargo, ella está completamente fuera de límites.

Cuando la desafío a un juego de Verdad o Reto, me prometo a mí mismo mantenerlo limpio.

Eso se estrella y arde en el instante en que ella me pregunta sobre mi primera vez.

Cruzamos una línea que juramos nunca cruzar, pero quiero más.

Ella dice que soy un problema. Ella tiene razón.

No llegué a donde estoy en la vida siguiendo cada maldita regla. Voy a por lo que quiero, y la hermosa rubia que dice que todavía quiere que seamos solo amigos es la única mujer en la que pienso.

Reto a Adley a no enamorarse de mí porque la verdad es que yo me estoy enamorando de ella.

[Genna]

3.5 Stars

[zen_s]

[1.5 stars] so-so book, connection felt a little weak between adley & crew. thought the book could be better.

[Jessica Vargas]

La historia fue rara, en el sentido que el comienzo fue bien estructurado, pero llegando al final hubo muchas cosas que no cuadraba. El epílogo sucedió lo mismo lindo, pero raro

[Vale]

It was ok, I totally loved the epilogue and the fact that he was drooling all over her the whole booked hahahaha

[Kim]

I really loved the fact author did not do this book in parts and we finally had a complete full length standalone. I was immediately sucked in to Crew and would have rated it 5 stars had there not been so many typos. I enjoy the past characters appearance and Adley and Crews story was no disappointment. I highly recommend this one brilliant.

[Tmara]

I didn't really have a problem with the book. I actually really enjoyed it. It was nice to read the other characters from past books. What I didn't like so much was Crew.

He was an a$$ and a half. He had a one night stand the night before and he knew that the girl was waiting for him again but he c@c&blocked Adley from enjoying herself with Trey. Really?!

It was okay for him to enjoy himself with other women (which was okay since Adley & him weren't on a relationship) but it wasn't cool for him to prevent her from having fun.

Anywhoo! Can't love 'em all. But in the end, I guess, he won me over. Damaris needs to be dealt with though...Kade's book? Can't wait.

[Mary]

Dare or Truth

Crew and Adley go together like peanut butter and chocolate. Their story was a fun read that had some twisting surprises. I enjoyed this standalone novel and devoured it as fast as I could turn the pages. 
Crew is the best friend in the friend zone and never thought he would see the day when he wanted out of there. Adley changes before him and is no longer the best friend but the girl he wants to love. He will have to play dirty and dare to get Adley to realize the truth. She takes a chance on a dare that could go sideways but all it does is end up leading to the truth that is in her heart all along. 
Definitely grab this story for a fun read full of romance, laughter, games, and family.

[Luisa Andrade]

Beautiful, beautiful and beautiful!
I loved this book. So sweet with the enough amount of drama, you know?
Sometimes in this kind of storyline authors add so much drama that delay the whole romance and then there’s a rush where everything falls in to place. Like, what?!? Really??
This one was super worthy!
You see them built there love story that goes beyond friendship. The fear it’s still there hunting them, but they’re willing to try. So throughout the book you see when care becomes adoration, when lust becomes need, when they become each other’s anchor. And In this equation all sums equals to Love.
So it’s beautiful to see them as a couple, especially the respect and the understanding for each other’s need for space.

[Leah Doumousiaris]

Loved it. I've been waiting for Crews book and it didn't disappoint! This author is amazing, her books suck you right in and I love how they all piece together with other couples. Each story is sooo different from each other and she always keeps me guessing. This book was no different. I was a bit surprised by Adleys past I didn't see that coming. And I was thrilled to find out Crew was her rescuer. They were perfect together. Im not usually into the falling for the best friend thing, but it totally worked in this book. I also loved how Elle and Nolan were a big part of the story, I always love to see how the couples progressed :)

[Bree]

Pretty enjoyable read. I did find at some parts it dragged a bit. It wasn’t the best writing I’ve ever read. It was to me in the middle of the pack for romances this year. It wasn’t exactly stand out worthy. Nor was it one of the worst. It just wasn’t anything special. If you are looking for something light and quick this may just be the book for you. I will end my review by saying my favorite part of the book was hands down the end. Were the little girl is telling the story about her teacher and how hearts/baby’s grow. It totally got me. I was misty and just adored that moment.

[Carol]

Troublemaker

Two friends make can talk about anything, feel each other's pain, be there for one another, yet fear their feelings if acknowledged, could forever change them. Crew and Adley have mutual friends together, both feel their attraction is there, strong, and hard to deny❤️. Great story how to move pass the invisible friend line, become more, open your heart, minds and allow your feelings to take over. Enjoy!!💞

[maria ᗢ]

un Friends to lovers, amo el Friends to lovers!!!
Es la tercera parte de una trilogía, yo directamente me leí la tercera parte jaja, así que algunas cosas no entendía del libro pero en general si se puede leer aunque no hayas leído los otros libros.
Me enganche con el libro desde la primera pagina, lo termine en un día.
Me gusto el prota.
Aunque al final del libro me pareció que fue todo muy rápido, me gusto, me emocione. Lindo final 💜

[Deborah]

I absolutely love Deborah Bladon's work and she did not disappoint! A fantastic read that took me on a journey of friendship and romance. Will Crew and Ad venture into intimacy or forever be friend zoned? Will secrets and mystery be too much for them? Deborah's descriptive writing has continued to draw me in, desperate to read her stories!

A. Must. Read

[Karen]

Wonderful friends to lovers romance! I love a Deborah Bladon story because once I open the book I will be entertained with her well-written storylines and characters. This book is no exception - get a copy and prepared to become addicted to this amazing author. I voluntarily read an ARC and this is my honest review.

[Khrista Baxter]

Sexy & Sweet

Another awesome read fro Deborah Bladon. Crew Benton is a very sexy, wealthy man with a past he would rather forget. Adley York is a beautiful spit fire who has no luck with men. Crew and Adley have been best friends since Ellie and Nolan got together until they both start seeing each other as something more.

[Corjohn118]

Another great one

I am a huge fan of Deborahs. I first read Thirst and I was hooked. This book is about Crew and Adley and is another great love story. I loved them in the last book that focused on Nolan and Ellie. They are beautiful love stories. This one. Fought tears to my eyes. I have a list of her books that I still need to read and can’t wait.

[Sarah]

🥰💥💕

Wow what an intense storyline…my heart shatters when I finally understood why crew was the way he was. Adley is such a strong and powerful character I never suspected her going through the experiences and dealing with the insecurities she had. I love how they were best friends and then fell in love. Their relationship and story are beautiful

[Tiffaney]

The same

I loved reading Deborah Bladon but the are all starting to have the same basic theme. This books was not bad, not by any means. It just feels the same as the many books that I have read of hers.

[Lori Grimmett]

Fun Read

As always Deborah Bladon has given us a fun romantically hot read. I have all of her books and recommend rereading them. Its always a great anticipation for next book. I feel like a side character while reading them.

[jennie bowling]

Absolutely brilliant

Another brilliant book by the talented Deborah Bladon. This story follows best friends Crew and Adley, following their path to true love. Definitely worth reading

[Cynthia]

Adley and Crew's story is the classic best friends to lovers kind that we all may be familiar with and even secretly love. Although their friendship is solid and it seems as though being in the friend zone would suit both of them just fine, readers can't help but hope for more, then be excited when we learn that there is a mutual attraction. The sparks fly and passion ignites but like most friends who toe the line and chose to explore 'more'. Are they willing to risk an incredible friendship in the process? Troublemaker is a fun standalone in the Bladon universe that I enjoyed reading. For fans of romance where a boy and girl can be best friends, and going against the basic rule of not falling for that best friend simply because they are the exception to the rule, this story is a great recommendation for you.

[Kelly Brock]

Addy and Crew

This was another intriguing and sexy story from Ms Bladon. I really loved this. It’s a friends to lovers but so much more. I love that her stories have a bit of mystery surprise in them. There is also plenty of steamy sexy times sure to make you blush.

[Mar]

Trouble Maker es un libro sobre mejores amigos enamorados. No hay nada en esta historia que no haya sido contada miles de veces, aquí también tenemos muy buena química entre ambos personajes y eso no siempre es fácil de encontrar!

[Deb Lake]

Great story

Crew and Adley have a bond that goes beyond just friendship. I was best friends with my husband first also, so it brought up a lot of our beginnings for me! Great job and keep them coming!!!

[Megan Williams]

Another great read by Deb Bladdon

I haven’t had a chance for a long time to read one of Deborah’s books, but Troublemaker was a wonderful way to immerse myself back into it. Can’t wait to read Hush.