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He warned me to stay away.
But, what can you do when you fall for your best friend’s little sister?

Ben
The moment Rory tells me not to go anywhere near her, I naturally want to. After all, it’s just a bit of harmless flirting, right?

And when she calls to ask for my help one night, I can’t resist having a little fun with her. She thinks I’m a player, and I can’t deny it, but I want to show her there’s more to me than that.

I never thought it would happen, but flirting soon turns to burning desire. The more time I spend with her, the more I take a long, hard look at myself, and the harder I’m falling under her captivating spell. Now, I need to convince her my feelings are real.

And I can’t even begin to think how I’m going to tell my best friend about us—aka, her country music superstar brother. He warned me to stay away, and he’ll kill me, I’m sure.


Siobhan
I had it all planned out. It should have all been so simple.

Go to LA, see my brother, then get back to my quiet life in Ireland. Love and romance were not in the picture at all, until he picks me up from the airport. I can’t deny I’m attracted to him, but it’s not happening. No way could we ever work.

He’s a player.
He’s older than me.
We live an ocean apart.
And, duh… for the love of Mary, he’s my brother’s best friend.

But when I find myself stranded, he’s the only one I can call. He’s more than happy to help me out—and even more happy to remind me I owe him for coming to my rescue—but I tell myself not to fall for his charms.

I’m only there for a week, so the last thing I expect is to wake up in his bed.

Irish Love is the second book in The Claddagh Trilogy. A contemporary short story of love, friendship and family life that can be read as a standalone, though you may want to read Irish Affair first to familiarize yourself with the characters.

This book ends on a mild cliffhanger / happy-for-now, and the conclusion to Ben and Siobhan’s steamy romance will be in the third book, Irish Heart, out March 2018.

203 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 9, 2018

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Amanda Heartley

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6,556 reviews27 followers
March 12, 2018
Can this series get any better well one book to go so we will see

Ben is the perfect friend but that doesn't mean Rory wants him to have anything to do with his sister Siobhan he is very protective of her and no one I man No One will ever be good enough especially not Ben who all women love. Siobhan has come to America to visit her brother Rory and his partner Amelia but if she gets a little bit of romance on the side all well and good. But it isn't a bit of romance it's an all consuming blaze the heat between these two is enough to melt your kindle.

As a series this just keeps getting better and better and I cannot wait for book three in this series

I was given an ARC copy of this book but this is a true and honest review
1,276 reviews4 followers
March 21, 2018
Author Amanda Heartley has given us an amazing second book in The Claddagh Trilogy. She's brought tears to my eyes, laughter and some naughty thoughts.

This is the story where Ben and Rory's banting comes to life when Rory's little sister arrive from Ireland.

This is a intriguing and seductive read which made me root for a beautiful HEA all the way through. And hopefully we'll get that in the next book.

I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this book. And I loved it.
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4,177 reviews35 followers
March 12, 2018
This is the story of Ben and Siohban. Ben is Rory's best friend and off limits to his sister Siohban. Forbidden is always sweeter. A cute, sexy story with a cliffhanger that will be resolved in the near future.

I received an arc and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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882 reviews
March 10, 2018
This is becoming my most favorite series by this author. All of Amanda's books are amazing. But this series takes it to a whole new level. It's so hot, steamy, delicious, with a lot of laughs.

Rory is not a happy camper when it comes to his best friend Ben, who keeps picking on Rory, about his sister Siobhan. The chemistry between the characters are so hot and steamy. I love the sexual tension from the 1st time in airport. Will Rory let his little sister be with Ben?
825 reviews38 followers
March 30, 2018
I love this story of Ben and Siobhan and how they interact with each other!! So many times I literally laughed out loud. Their story is very heartwarming. I can't wait to see what happens next for them and Rory and Amelia!!!
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365 reviews4 followers
March 9, 2018
This is the 2nd in the series, the author is rocking it.

Ben is the classic fun, and sexy guy with the charming personality that everyone wants to hang with and every girl wants to of been with.

Ben wants one thing, the forbidden fruit of his desires. His best friends sister. Siobhan. She’s spunky, beautiful and totally infactuated with Ben.

Problem is her brother. Rory’s wife, her best friend. She’s promised she’ll stay away. Bens promised he’ll stay away from Sio because Rory is his best friend and Sio’s Brother.

In a chain of events, these two end up together miles away in a city where whatever happens there stays there. Right?

He’s asked Sio for a favor in exchange for rescuing her from a predicament. Basically these two have got themselves all tangled up in a web trying to hide what’s happening between them from everyone else.

When these two get together, wowza. Ben is so freaking hot, sexy and delicious.

What a great sexy fun book, it transitioned the first books characters with these characters so well. You feel like part of their circle.

I am extremely excited about the future of all these characters. So much excitement, sexy fun, and witty banter played out through every page.

The author has done an awesome job with these characters.
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2,543 reviews59 followers
March 10, 2018
This series keeps getting better and better. With Rory staying in the States, his sister Siobhan is going to come visit for a week while she is on a break from school. Rory tells Ben to stay away from her. But that is like putting a red flag in front of a bull. Even though Ben tries, but the pull between Ben and Siobhan is strong and neither can resist the other. When Siobhan arrives in L.A., it is Ben who has to pick her up at the airport. And when she gets stuck in Vegas, it's Ben she calls to rescue her. Are the planets lining up or is karma helping out, but everything seems to be pushing these two together.
What happens when it is time for Siobhan to go home? has she already lost her heart to Ben? Will Ben move to the next woman once she leaves? Or will she be on his mind and keep him away from other women? What will Rory do when he finds out about the two spending time together?
I need more of this story now. I wonder who the third and final book will be about. I know it will be good because it has to be as good if not better than the first two books.So sit back and enjoy a little Irish in your story. I loved it and hope you do too.
**Copy provided by the author and this is my honest review**
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532 reviews
March 16, 2018
WOW!! This series keeps getting better and better!! I’m loving it!!! This is the story of Ben and Siohban. Ben is Rory's best friend and off limits to his sister Siohban. This is the second story but it intertwined some of the first book’s characters. Loved this aspect as so many series fail to mention characters from the previous book(s). Although they tried to resist, Ben and Siobhan would be together. They are pushed together over and over while tension builds until it’s almost explosive. Again, the writing takes you through all of the emotions - laughter, sadness, hot chemistry. It’s a definitely a must read...can’t wait for the next book. Another amazing book to recommend to all.
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479 reviews4 followers
March 20, 2018
Sweet Romance
This is the second book in The Claddagh Trilogy. This is Siobhan and Ben’s story more than it’s Amanda and Rory’s. It’s fun, fast paced, sexy story. Amelia and Rory make some cameo appearances but this is all about the brewing romance between Ben and Siobhan. Siobhan travels to LA to visit her brother and Amelia but she’s hoping to finally meet Ben in person, after seeing him on Rory’s phone screen. Ben is trying to play it cool and laugh off Rory’s concern about Ben, the player, meeting his younger sister. It looks like some Irish luck is being given to Siobhan and Ben because by a turn of events they get to spend some very hot steamy sexy times together in Sin City. More to come in book three. I enjoyed this installment in the Claddagh trilogy.
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469 reviews1 follower
August 24, 2018
I voluntarily review an ARC.
I really loved this book, the settings and the characters. Ben and Siobhan are really sweet.
The writing style is fluent and I could relate to the protagonists, but not to Kayla. It's a sweet romance of a forbidden love and an overly protective brother. I liked that there are funny and sad parts, sassy dialogues and families and friends who stick together.
This book ends with a mild cliffhanger. Couldn't put it down and can't wait for the next one.
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1,006 reviews38 followers
March 15, 2018
Oh, I love this one!

Yes, Rory and Amelia are still going strong; but now we turn to Ben and Siobhan!

I absolutely loved Ben, yes he was the happy guy with the never-ending supply of girls but usually, guys like that have a very nice sweet caring side hidden behind a wall that only the right girl can break down.

Hopefully, Siobhan is the right girl for Ben as we will find out in Book 3.

I received an ARC
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7,445 reviews52 followers
March 15, 2018
I was hooked on the first book by Amanda Heartly and this book was no different. This book and character is well written and very interesting. the book my intrest from beginning to end and when it ended it was beauftiful. Amanda Heartley never dis appointed in this book it was terrific I loved it very much.

I was given this book as an ARC from ReaderLinks.com for an honest review.
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3 reviews
March 10, 2018
This is the second book in this series. I just loved it and is now one of my favorites. Love how the characters from the first book intertwine with each other. Amanda Heartle is one of my favorite authors. Definitely recommend this series . You’ll love it.
204 reviews
March 12, 2018
Ah, Ben and Siobhan,
Promises, promises…
Hate to tell you this, but your attraction is a Force of Nature.
No worries. You have the Luck of the Irish...
Rory and Amelia may think they know what’s best, but their judgement is in question.
They’ve already been stricken with Faerie Dust and deep Irish Majick.
I can hardly wait to watch you muddle through.

Wow! I really liked the first book in this series, and this one is even better.
Bottom line: Once again, 5 shamrocks-- uh, stars. And I can't wait for the next book.
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354 reviews
March 11, 2018
I fell in love with the first book in this series, and that love affair has spilled over to this one as well! Ms. Amanda didn't disappoint for sure. I couldn't put it down, so I read it in one sitting! Ben and Siobhan are so fun and bringing Rory the over protective brother in cracked me up!! Again, I can't wait for the next in the series! Kudos Ms. Amanda! 💋
84 reviews1 follower
April 7, 2018
Told to be kept away from his best friend little sister Ben jokes that he will get the girl. Ben meets Siobahn and realises it is going to be hard to keep away from her. The same goes for Siobahn, Rory also warns her to stay away from Ben but the attraction from the beginning is to great.

Loved this book by Amanda Heartley. Cant wait to follow Rory and Amelia story.

Irish Love deserves a 5 star rating from anyone that reads the book.
94 reviews3 followers
March 9, 2018
This book was unbelievably excellent. The love between Ben and Siobhan was so sweet. I Loved Ben's Grammy, She was a firecracker. When she asked Ben if Siobhan was kinky in bed. I was dying laughing. I liked that the story of Rory and Amelia was in this story also. This book made me laugh and smile. I am so looking forward to reading the last book in this Irish series by this amazing author.
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375 reviews
March 10, 2018
A fun and entertaining story with two loveable characters.
After all the threats Rory made to Ben about his baby sister Siobhan now she's coming to visit.I
Rory can't pick her up at the airport because Amelia is sick at the hospital so he sends Ben to pick her up.
It's just at first sight and even though they try to be good it's not happening.I
I would highly recommend this book and series.
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28 reviews
March 17, 2018
This book was great! Love how we hear more from Rory and Amelia (from Irish Affair) but get to see Ben and Siobhan’s relationship come together. Great humor and a few surprises throughout the whole book. Love a strong minded women and a man who falls for her. Can’t wait to read book three!

I received this as a ARC in exchange for a honest review.
825 reviews5 followers
April 8, 2018
WOW, Amanda what a fabulous book, can't wait for third book in the series.
Ben is a Music Manager and is managing the up and coming Rory Macguire.
Siobhan is Rory's little sister and is coming to visit him in LA.
When Ben and Siobhan meet the chemistry is off the charts. Rory has told them both to stay away from each other.
I recieved an ARC of this book for a review.
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10 reviews
April 1, 2018
There are no words for how much I enjoyed this book!! It was nice to catch up with Rory & Amelia but it was awesome to finally get to know Siobahn.. She's so funny.. Her & Ben are too cute together.. Can't wait to finish their story!! Excellent read!!
*voluntarily reviewed in exchange for an ARC*
2,794 reviews40 followers
May 24, 2018
Irish Love by Amanda Heartley Irish Love By: Amanda Heartley
From Video Chat Lust To Vegas Romps... It's ALL For Grammy!
He first noticed her over a video chat, & he's been lusting after her since...
Now, she's over in America from Ireland & the sparks are truly flying; only a few problems stand in the way... he works for her brother, he's forbidden to touch her, & they live Oceans apart!
She's been lusting after him since seeing him over that same video chat; only now that she's in America for her brother's engagement she's thinking this might be the golden opportunity to to see if the Chemistry is there!
I was granted an ARC of Amanda Heartley's "Irish Love (The Claddagh Trilogy Book 2)" via Booksprout; I thoroughly enjoyed this book, & find Amanda to be a talented writer. I'm looking forward to the next installment in this series. I definitely recommend this book to others based upon its own merits. All opinions expressed within this review are uniquely my own & freely given!
Until next time... Happy Reading!
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12.3k reviews92 followers
March 26, 2018
Siobhan is heading to LA to visit her brother Rory and Amanda who we met in the first book in this trilogy. When Amanda becomes ill Rory sends his best friend Ben to the airport to pick up Siobhan however he warns him that it is strictly hands off.

When Siobhan ends up in Vegas it is Ben that comes to her rescue but with the chemistry exploding between them they are unable to keep their distance but they figure as long as her brother doesn’t know then it’s no harm no foul. When it’s time for Siobhan to leave will they realize that it is just a vacation fling or the start of something much more?

I am looking forward to the conclusion to see what happens with both these couples. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of the book.
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433 reviews4 followers
June 1, 2018
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Irish Love (The Claddagh Trilogy Book 2) by Amanda Heartley is a Contemporary, New Adult, Erotic Romance. Siobhan had it all planned out, go to LA, see her brother, then get back to her quiet life in Ireland. Love and romance were not in the picture at all, until he picks her up from the airport. The moment Rory tells Ben not to go anywhere near his sister, he naturally wants to. It’s just a bit of harmless flirting, right? When she needs help one night, he can’t resist having a little fun with her. But flirting soon turns to burn desire something that he never thought it would happen. A good addition to The Claddagh Trilogy. I can't wait for the last book.
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1,626 reviews6 followers
March 4, 2019
A quick and easy read. In this book we meet Siobhan and Ben who were introduced in Book 1, Irish Affair. Siobhan is Rory McGuire's little sister and someone he made sure that Ben, his best friend knows is off limits. The problem is that there is a instant attraction and pull that they both feel the moment they meet. It also doesn't help that they are constantly forced into situations that try their resolve to remain apart. Siobhan finally takes the first stem that leads them to being a couple and poor Ben can't resist. The book is full of suspense as they try to keep their relationship a secret from Rory. Another book I loved from one of my favorite authors, Amanda Heartley.

I was given an ARC in exchange for an honest and totally voluntary review.
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511 reviews2 followers
June 7, 2018
I fell in love with Rory and Amelia in Irish Affair. Now I fallen in love with Siobhan and Ben in Irish Love. I can't wait to Irish Heart to see how both couples relationships evolve. What great characters! What a great setting! I love everything about this series. The characters are so well written and presented that it is impossible to not feel like you are meeting new friends and living the ride life is taking them on with them. I 100% recommend this book as well as Irish Affair. They are both one click worthy!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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2,249 reviews31 followers
June 9, 2018
This is book two in The Claddagh Trilogy and it features Siobhan and Ben. Rory tells Ben to stay away from his sister. He also tells his sister to stay away from his best friend. When someone tells you that you can’t have something, that something is all you can think about. That is the whole problem for these two, who are undeniably attracted to each other.

This is a “best friends sister” story line. The story flows smoothly and has fabulous characters. I love Grammy! I can’t wait for the next book.
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4,090 reviews30 followers
May 21, 2018
A fast paced fun and sweet romance. I like the chemistry and the characters. They are well described. It is rather short but lacks no depth in the storyline. I like it is written in dual POV, which gives the reader both the thoughts and feelings of the main characters. That makes the story even more emotional and captivating.
It is a rather short read but has a lot in it. It is engaging and recommendable.
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553 reviews2 followers
May 28, 2018
So far this family has some interesting members. Siobhan is fiesty and direct while Ben the player is way more than everyone thinks. His best friend's sister should be off limits but that just makes things more tempting even though he really tries his best to respect his friend. Quick and fast was how this book and couple were for me. Really enjoyed it and can't wait for the next one.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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996 reviews2 followers
May 29, 2018
Another fantastic book in “The Claddagh” trilogy. This book is a fast pace page-turner and is funny, well written and quite an enjoyable read. The main characters and side characters are well developed and bring so much substance to this story. Appreciate Amanda Heartley for taking us along on this beautiful journey. Looking forward to the conclusion of this amazing trilogy. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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