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Hate Love
He's my billionaire boss.
A CEO among CEOs.
Charismatic.
Commanding.
And absolutely merciless.
How can I fall in love with a man I'm supposed to hate?
A CEO among CEOs.
Charismatic.
Commanding.
And absolutely merciless.
How can I fall in love with a man I'm supposed to hate?
1319 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 22, 2018
About the author
Sarah May
66 books35 followersSarah May was born in Northumberland, England in 1972. She studied English at London University and Creative Writing at Lancaster University.
Her acclaimed first novel, The Nudist Colony (1999), was shortlisted for the Guardian First Book Award. A bleak, menacing fable set in a violent and corrupt England, the story centres on 14-year-old Aesop and his manipulative mentor. Her second book, Spanish City (2002), is a novel set in a pleasure resort on the north-east coast of England and chronicling the evolution of pleasure across the twentieth century, for which she was jointly awarded a 2001 Amazon.co.uk Writers' Bursary. The Internationals, set in and around a Macedonian refugee camp during the 1999 Kosovo crisis, was published in 2003. Her fourth novel was The Rise and Fall of the Queen of Suburbia (2006). Her latest book is The Rise and Fall of a Domestic Diva (2008).
Sarah May lives in London.
Her acclaimed first novel, The Nudist Colony (1999), was shortlisted for the Guardian First Book Award. A bleak, menacing fable set in a violent and corrupt England, the story centres on 14-year-old Aesop and his manipulative mentor. Her second book, Spanish City (2002), is a novel set in a pleasure resort on the north-east coast of England and chronicling the evolution of pleasure across the twentieth century, for which she was jointly awarded a 2001 Amazon.co.uk Writers' Bursary. The Internationals, set in and around a Macedonian refugee camp during the 1999 Kosovo crisis, was published in 2003. Her fourth novel was The Rise and Fall of the Queen of Suburbia (2006). Her latest book is The Rise and Fall of a Domestic Diva (2008).
Sarah May lives in London.
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April 27, 2018
Every time I read Katie and Sarah they get better and better.
This story is about vengeance and misunderstanding. Theo is a playboy that enjoys the finer things in life. And he got that way by starting Pictogram. A company that lets you post pictures of anything and everything.
Mia is a college student that is finishing school. When her friend posts a pic of her on the platform and it goes viral and ends up on billboards, Mia is not happy. So she tries to have it taken off. But Theo has no protection for his users or in Mia's case non-users.
This is a great story about to people that really don't like each other at first but have a great sexual tension. And when they finally figure out what they want from each other. The sparks will fly.
This is a really good story. I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy for my honest review.
This story is about vengeance and misunderstanding. Theo is a playboy that enjoys the finer things in life. And he got that way by starting Pictogram. A company that lets you post pictures of anything and everything.
Mia is a college student that is finishing school. When her friend posts a pic of her on the platform and it goes viral and ends up on billboards, Mia is not happy. So she tries to have it taken off. But Theo has no protection for his users or in Mia's case non-users.
This is a great story about to people that really don't like each other at first but have a great sexual tension. And when they finally figure out what they want from each other. The sparks will fly.
This is a really good story. I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy for my honest review.
May 9, 2018
Not my kind of book unfortunately. Seemed too far fetch and I was unable to get into the book so it is another DNF.
April 26, 2018
This is a story about an older man, Theo and a young college student, Mia. Theo is very wealthy and successful along with being a sexy hot alpha who owns Pictogram. Mia’s friend takes a picture of Mia one day when they decide to stand up for woman in their field during a rant and she’s in only her bra. The picture is uploaded to Pictogram and sold to other businesses and Mia becomes an instant star! Mia is not happy being well known and decides to hack into his private account to warm Theo to update his privacy policy and since he believes he is untouchable he ignores her threat. Mia finds some private images of Theo and post them and then she ends up in a situation she never could imagine. The sparks between these two is instant and one Theo can not ignore. Mia quickly finds herself in a relationship and working for Theo to hopefully make changes. There love progresses very quickly but Theo is still dealing with his board members and all the bad press from the leaked pictures. There are those out to cause harm will they win or will Theo and Mia figure out what really happened before it’s too late? I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
April 25, 2018
When a picture Mia's friend posts to Pictogram gets sold without her consent she goes after the CEO. She asks him about making changes to his privacy policy and to get her photo taken down but he isn't going to do anything. So she hacks into his private photos and releases a stream of compromising pictures of him. This leads him to tracking her down and kidnapping her from her dorm room. Sparks fly between them and he offers her a job at his company. Mia is studying computer science at college and wants to finish so she works part time for Theo. This progress quickly between them and soon they are dating but will the threat of Theo losing his company but a stop to their blooming relationship?
This was a great story once I started it I couldn't put it down. The chemistry between Mia and Theo was off the charts hot. This was a well written and very entertaining story. I would recommend this book to anyone that loves to lose themselves in a great story.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book. I enjoyed it so much I bought my own copy.
This was a great story once I started it I couldn't put it down. The chemistry between Mia and Theo was off the charts hot. This was a well written and very entertaining story. I would recommend this book to anyone that loves to lose themselves in a great story.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book. I enjoyed it so much I bought my own copy.
April 27, 2018
Customer Review
5.0 out of 5 starsMia! A woman with a message.
By sewsummore on 27 April 2018
Format: Kindle Edition
Mia was studying computer programing at Cal Tech. Being a big girl and female meant that she suffered discrimination on two fronts but she was determined not to let it get her down. When her BFF posted and sexy picture of her on a social media site she received more attention than she had ever wanted. Determined to prevent this happening to anyone else, she hacked into the CEO's personal site threatening to expose pictures of his own unless he tightened it's online security. I just loved this book, Mia is a woman with a message and it spoke loudly to me, treat women equally, size and appearance should not matter in the scheme of things. She made everyone stand up and notice her and that is what I loved about her. Her honesty shone through, her insecurities and her love for a Theo was a joy to read.
I received a free ARC copy of this book and have voluntarily read and reviewed this book
5.0 out of 5 starsMia! A woman with a message.
By sewsummore on 27 April 2018
Format: Kindle Edition
Mia was studying computer programing at Cal Tech. Being a big girl and female meant that she suffered discrimination on two fronts but she was determined not to let it get her down. When her BFF posted and sexy picture of her on a social media site she received more attention than she had ever wanted. Determined to prevent this happening to anyone else, she hacked into the CEO's personal site threatening to expose pictures of his own unless he tightened it's online security. I just loved this book, Mia is a woman with a message and it spoke loudly to me, treat women equally, size and appearance should not matter in the scheme of things. She made everyone stand up and notice her and that is what I loved about her. Her honesty shone through, her insecurities and her love for a Theo was a joy to read.
I received a free ARC copy of this book and have voluntarily read and reviewed this book
April 27, 2018
This was such a good read. I was hooked from the start. Mia is a college student and a computer geek, so when her picture is sold to a company by Pictogram she decides to get even with Theo, the CEO. Theo is stunned when his cloud is hacked and decides to find out who this hacker is. When he finds out it is the Picto Girl, he is shocked and extremely happy at this. He has wanted her since he saw her picture and what Theo wants, Theo gets. They have such a strong connection with each other drums to their similar interest. Theo is happy to finally found a woman who actually has a brain. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book. There is some drama, funny moments, lust and love. The attraction they felt for each other when they see each other in person was instant. They both thought the other was better looking in person. Theo and Mia are a perfect fit and fit together like puzzle pieces.
April 27, 2018
*voluntarily and honestly reviewed the ARC I received from C. Dee*
This is like a 3.5 for me because I thought the sex was really hot, otherwise I'd say this book wasn't for me. It started off pretty cute, and then all these happened like dominoes. It came off as ridiculously cute, but I personally got confused with a few things, and that pretty much set the tempo for my reading experience until I had to just forget it so that I could enjoy the rest. Their romance felt a little rush and seemed a little better months after. It was a pretty HEA story up until the near ending when the crazy drama came out of nowhere, though in the drama's defense, you never know when it's coming. I don't know if I'd read anything else from this duo, but since it's my first time with them, I'd just say that I'm on the fence with this book's writing style of good times and fun.
This is like a 3.5 for me because I thought the sex was really hot, otherwise I'd say this book wasn't for me. It started off pretty cute, and then all these happened like dominoes. It came off as ridiculously cute, but I personally got confused with a few things, and that pretty much set the tempo for my reading experience until I had to just forget it so that I could enjoy the rest. Their romance felt a little rush and seemed a little better months after. It was a pretty HEA story up until the near ending when the crazy drama came out of nowhere, though in the drama's defense, you never know when it's coming. I don't know if I'd read anything else from this duo, but since it's my first time with them, I'd just say that I'm on the fence with this book's writing style of good times and fun.
May 23, 2018
Story ends at 25%
I had really high hopes for this story... The cover. The title. The blurb. It all had me sold.
Older man, younger woman, enemies to lovers, billionaire romance... That's what this was supposed to be. The idea was awesome, incredible even. But, the author didn't reach its full potential.
I'm very disappointed in what this story turned out to be. An (almost) insta-love smut (not that I don't like smut), but I'd most disappointed in is myself and the very high expectations I set for this story.
The writing was okay, the story while rushed was entertaining and I did finish it. I would have rated it a solid 3 but, when I first began reading I believed this would be a full length novel. It wasn't. This story ended at 25% and the rest of the book is filled with other stories by different authors.
I had really high hopes for this story... The cover. The title. The blurb. It all had me sold.
Older man, younger woman, enemies to lovers, billionaire romance... That's what this was supposed to be. The idea was awesome, incredible even. But, the author didn't reach its full potential.
I'm very disappointed in what this story turned out to be. An (almost) insta-love smut (not that I don't like smut), but I'd most disappointed in is myself and the very high expectations I set for this story.
The writing was okay, the story while rushed was entertaining and I did finish it. I would have rated it a solid 3 but, when I first began reading I believed this would be a full length novel. It wasn't. This story ended at 25% and the rest of the book is filled with other stories by different authors.
April 2, 2020
Mia's roommate takes a picture of her and posts it in Pictogram. This photo seems to be everywhere: on a poster, in a magazine, and on the internet. Mia is very angry and finds out that if a picture is posted on the site, they have all rights to that photo. So, Mia decides to get even and posts photos of Trent Markham the CEO of Pictogram. She even sends him e-mails. Trent has loved Mia's photo but does not like the "hacker" who posted his pictures. He traces the photos back to Berkley, where he went to school. He kidnaps the person he finds and is extremely surprised it is the girl from the photo. They make love and then he offers her a job.
I have given a tame description of this e-book. It is subtitled, " A Billionaire Bad Boy Romance" and that it truly is. Adults only should read.
I have given a tame description of this e-book. It is subtitled, " A Billionaire Bad Boy Romance" and that it truly is. Adults only should read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 29, 2018
I loved this latest release from Katie Ford and Sarah May! They brought a real issue to life in this book but totally turned it on its head. Ever want to get the sweetest revenge on someone? Well so does Mia and she has the chops to get it done! Theo has no idea who he is messing with but soon these two come togetger and the sparks are FLYING! Absolutley fantastic read from these two and one I would recommend with an instalove story and a great HEA. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
Hero, Theo = 5/5
Heroine, Mia = 5/5
Chemistry = 5/5
Sex = 5/5
Plot = 4/5
Mystery = 2/5
Action = 1/5
Darkness = 2/5
Humor = 3/5
POV = dual
Would I recommend this book = yes
Would I re-read this book = yes
Would I read future books by this author = yes
Hero, Theo = 5/5
Heroine, Mia = 5/5
Chemistry = 5/5
Sex = 5/5
Plot = 4/5
Mystery = 2/5
Action = 1/5
Darkness = 2/5
Humor = 3/5
POV = dual
Would I recommend this book = yes
Would I re-read this book = yes
Would I read future books by this author = yes
May 7, 2018
I received an Advanced Readers Copy of this book via Bookfunnel and am voluntarily leaving a review. What a wonderful fun read. BBW Mia college student becomes popular overnight. A picture her BFF Jill took and posted on Pictogram went viral then sold to an outside company without her consent. Thus the beginning of the "Hate" relationship with Pictogram CEO Theo. After the back and forth between them Theo finally met Mia in an unusual way and the chemistry was off the charts, thus the beginning of the "Love" phase. This truly was a fun read. It was adorable, witty and sexy. Theo and Mia had their ups and downs but in the end a HEA. A very good Read.
April 24, 2018
The amazing team of Katie and Sarah have written an incredible story with “Hate Love”. This book is so fascinating that I read it in one sitting. “Hate Love” has all the elements of a great story, intrigue, passion, steamy photographs leaked to the internet, disgruntled board members, wild, burning chemistry, abduction, a crazy lady, twist and turns, and in the end an enduring love. If you enjoy a book with lots of steamy sex and an interesting story line “Hate Love” is for you. One-click! You won't regret it.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
April 24, 2018
This book has all the elements - hate, love, revenge, passion and really steamy scenes. There is great chemistry between Theo and Mia and the storyline sucks you in and keeps you reading. It starts out as a plot for revenge but eventually turns into much more. Will Theo be able to forgive Mia if/when he learns the truth or will he leave? Can they find their HEA? There are tons of twists and turns in this book and great characters. This is an easy one click. Enjoy!!
I voluntarily wrote this review from reading an advanced copy of this book.
I voluntarily wrote this review from reading an advanced copy of this book.
April 25, 2018
I absolutely loved this story it’s a great billionaire boss romance story. There’s so much in this story to keep you entertained and turning the pages that you won’t want to put this story down I couldn’t! This story grabbed me from the first page and wouldn’t let me go until the end, there’s drama, some twists and turns and plenty of hot sizzling scenes. The chemistry between the characters was super hot but there was also some sadness but in the end it all worked out. A fantastic read and I highly recommend this book it’s definitely well worth the read.
April 24, 2018
Who knew "tech geeks" were so hot?! Mia and Theo's chemistry was hot enough to fry your circuit boards! Of course their relationship had issues- grumpy board members, photos of orgy parties and one extremely crazy bit**. Will Mia find a way past the "firewalls" around Theo's heart? Will Theo be able to write the "code" that allows him to keep Mia and his company? Like I said..never knew "tech" could be so hot!
*I received an Advance Reader's Copy of this book which I am voluntarily reviewing*
*I received an Advance Reader's Copy of this book which I am voluntarily reviewing*
April 25, 2018
An intense story that had love, hate, revenge, friends, insecurity... I can go on and on...
Mia goes from a very competent but insecure young woman to a bad ass girl with her own... (wont tell you more).
Theo, who is the CEO of the company that Mia hacks, has a similar story, but in a totally different way.
This is a book you need to read and I don’t want to spoil your fun by telling your more.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Mia goes from a very competent but insecure young woman to a bad ass girl with her own... (wont tell you more).
Theo, who is the CEO of the company that Mia hacks, has a similar story, but in a totally different way.
This is a book you need to read and I don’t want to spoil your fun by telling your more.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
April 26, 2018
You'll get caught up in the chemistry of Mia and Theo and their roller coaster romance. A billionaire boss story filled with lots of suspense and drama. Disgruntled board of directors, racy photos, computer hacking, sabotage and lots of steamy sex. Well written with likeable characters and an entertaining story line. I read a reader copy and voluntarily chose to write a review. You'll love this story and want more.
April 26, 2018
OMG you are going to love “Hate Love” by Katie Ford and Sarah May. The chemistry between Mia and Theo is so freakin hot!!! Okay so it’s filled with computer hacking, suspense, lots of drama, romance, some raunchy photo’s and so much much more. It’s grabs you right from the first page and once I started I couldn’t put it down. You will be completely entertained!! I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
April 24, 2018
Hot, sexy read!
An interesting storyline, instant attraction and great characters made for an entertaining hot read in this newest release that didn’t disappoint. It started off as a plan for revenge but became more when Theo first meets Mia under a not so normal first meeting. What happens next heats up their chemistry and made for an enjoyable read.
An interesting storyline, instant attraction and great characters made for an entertaining hot read in this newest release that didn’t disappoint. It started off as a plan for revenge but became more when Theo first meets Mia under a not so normal first meeting. What happens next heats up their chemistry and made for an enjoyable read.
April 25, 2018
I liked this Love/Hate romance. The storyline is well-written, engaging, steamy, and full of twists. The characters are developed with a love/hate relationship, and have amazing chemistry and interaction. I found this book to be entertaining and I liked it. I voluntarily read an ARC and this is my honest review.
April 26, 2018
Mia is a college student. Theo is CEO of his company. Mia and Theo cross paths when Theo find pictures of Mia and sells them without her knowing. Mia is mad nd seeks revenge on Theo. Mia and Theo have awesome chemistry. Will Mia get her revenge or will love interfere? Will they get a HEA?
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book
April 26, 2018
Wow! Don't get on Mia's bad side! The chemistry between these two is off the charts. It's was also a fun read because it was set in cities around me so I could almost picture where they were (: It was great entertainment from start to finish. I highly recommend this book. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
April 29, 2018
This is an amazing read.You couldn't ask for a better pair of authors. They did an excellent job with writing this book. I absolutely loved it. The plot , writing, characters and chemistry is was very well thought out and written so that your hooked from the start. This is a must read. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
May 15, 2018
Hate Love is a great Billionaire Boss Romance. Loved the storyline, the hate/love relationship and hot chemistry Theo and Mia had. What starts out as revenge turns into something much more and turns this book into an entertaining read. A well written book and well developed characters make this a must read. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
June 24, 2018
More than meets the eye
This book packs five exciting full length stories between the covers! My favorite is the very first one where hackers go to war with each other and the brogrammers have no choice to result the intelligence and talent the ladies bring to the field. This book definitely packs more than expected!
This book packs five exciting full length stories between the covers! My favorite is the very first one where hackers go to war with each other and the brogrammers have no choice to result the intelligence and talent the ladies bring to the field. This book definitely packs more than expected!
April 24, 2018
Intense and passionate, this workplace/billionaire boss romance packs plenty of heat and drama. Sizzling chemistry burns brightly between these two complex characters. A very enjoyable read. This is my voluntary, honest review after reading this book.
April 26, 2018
A fantastic book. Extremely entertaining, captivating and interesting sexy read. I could not put it down. Wonderfully written with strong, intriguing characters. I want to read more from this author. I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
April 26, 2018
Arc review for honest review. Mia is a curvy girl and when out with her friend Jill she takes pictures on pictogram were they posted everywhere. she goes after the wainwright. this is a very cute story of insecurity and love
April 30, 2018
Mia and Theo's story is fun and entertaining to read. Their chemistry is through the roof from the moment he sees her until he touches her. She meet shim while seeking revenge because he sold her picture to some designer and there, their relationship evolves into something amazing.
May 2, 2018
A great read with lots of hot and steamy scenes. I love the revengeful antics that Mia puts Theo through, though Theo's reaction may have taken things a little too far. I just wish that they had hated each other longer, for more drama and fun. They both got over it very quickly!!
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