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Escorts, Inc. #2

The Hookup Handbook

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My love wand is on a strike.

As bad as that blows, pun unintended, it’s ten times worse for me. I’m a male escort, but not just any escort, I’m the escort. The one with a mile-long waiting list and a pristine reputation that’s very well-deserved.

Only now, I’m on hiatus. Because after years of pleasing women all over the city, my man missile decides to get finicky. And the only woman he wants? Someone I can never have—my best friend’s younger sister, the nerdy and awkwardly adorable Sienna.

She’s working at the agency this summer, keeping me organized, handling paperwork, and most importantly, keeping me on track to finish writing my book about sex and intimacy, which is due to my publisher in thirty days.

She thinks I hate her, that I don’t want her here. The truth is much more twisted. I get hard every time she walks into my office. Her wide blue eyes and pouty mouth drive me wild with desire, and if she stays, I’m not sure how much longer I can stay away from her.

Little Miss Overachiever says she’s here to help? Fine. I’m going to put her nerdy, curvy tush to work.

308 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 19, 2019

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Kendall Ryan is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of flirty, feel-good romance filled with heart, heat, and plenty of banter. An American author who has lived all over the world, her books have sold millions of copies and been translated into multiple languages. She writes swoony heroes, bold heroines, and stories that make you laugh, blush, and fall in love. When she’s not dreaming up new plotlines, she is a proud mom to two amazing sons and the wife of her real-life hero.


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4,542 reviews35.9k followers
April 6, 2019
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After reading Boyfriend for Hire, I was so ready for Case’s book. And knowing it was going to be a brother’s best friend book… I’m here for it! This was definitely a forbidden love story, but it still had Kendall Ryan’s sweet and sexy trademark.

Case Smith is the owner of a successful male escort agency and though he’s been one of the most popular escorts since he started it, his time taking clients is over. He’s fine with the management aspect and is now writing book, but the escorting just doesn’t feel right anymore. When fellow escort/best friend Ryder asks Case to hire his little sister Sienna who is fresh out of college, he hesitates. He does it though, as a favor to Ryder. 



Sienna is a huge help to Case. She gets the office in top shape and keeps him on a writing schedule to finish his book. The sparks fly between them, but she is off limits to Case. Ryder is his best friend, so he won’t go there. Until their connection gets too much for either of them to resist. Then, all bets are off…

The Hookup Handbook is narrated by Jason Clarke and Erin Mallon. They do an amazing job narrating together. Kendall Ryan always gets fantastic narrators to read her books so I always go for the audio format.

If you’re looking for a book (or audiobook) that’s steamy, quick, and swoony, pick this one up. It's great for those who love brother’s best friend stories. I’m looking forward to more in this Escort series of hers!!
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Author 130 books18.3k followers
March 19, 2019
Today is the release date for THE HOOKUP HANDBOOK and I couldn't be more excited!!!! 🦄

This is a standalone contemporary romance. If you've never read a book of mine, this is a perfect one to start with.

I love it so much. There's STEAM, there's some comedy that will make you laugh - and OMG, who doesn't love to laugh??

If you're like me, and you use reading as an escape, this will be your jam. 😍

So this is about a man who's a it of a playboy, but has a HUGE heart and takes care of his mom - and he runs an elite male escort agency, supplying fake dates to women who need his services. And now he has a book deal to write a tell-all book called The Hookup Handbook, and the heroine (his friend's younger sister) is hired to help keep him on track with his writing deadline. swoon

There's tons of flirty banter and if you've read the blurb, you know he's having some trouble down south, his love wand has gone on strike and she's the only woman who can alleviate his um, *problem* so as much as he doesn't want to be affected by her -- whoa is he ever!

Ah!

I just love it.

Go to Amazon or wherever you shop for books and grab the sample. It's super fun and hot! I can't wait to hear what you think.

LOVE YOU ALL LOADS!
xx

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1,396 reviews1,506 followers
March 19, 2019
4.5 Stars!
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Case Smith is a gorgeous 29 yr. old man who owns and runs a successful male escort agency. He's been a popular male escort for about eight years, and his business has continued to grow. He's known for being great at his job, and has built a reputation that is well deserved, so when his sex drive suddenly disappears and his body seems to go on strike, he has a serious problem. Then his best friend and employee Ryder asks him for a favor. Ryder's sister Sienna needs a part time job, and since Case could use some administrative help he agrees. He will be sharing an office with his new assistant which shouldn't be an issue until he gets a look at the blonde beauty he will be spending hours with every day. She's absolutely stunning, and all his senses come back to life in her presence. He's finally interested in the physical again, but he wants the one woman he can't have, his best friend's little sister.

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Sienna Johnson comes from money, but wants to make it on her own. She just graduated from college and needs a summer job while she figures out her next step. Luckily her brother lands her an office job, but unfortunately her boss is an intense, cocky playboy. He's also the sexiest man she's ever laid eyes on, and soon she can't stop fantasizing about him. She knows he's wrong for her, but she wants him anyway.

Case's brainy, off limits employee becomes quite the asset as she helps him stay on track with his writing schedule. He's signed a book deal to write a manuscript on the subject he knows best, female pleasure. He's on a deadline to produce what he hopes to be an erotic bestseller. As he spends time with Sienna they form a real connection that's messy and confusing. She unnerves him, and he can't stop thinking about her. As their relationship grows and changes things get complicated. When they touch it feels like pure magic, but will they realize how much they mean to each other before it's too late, or will secrets and lies result in a broken heart?

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-She really is beautiful.

-I love watching all her reactions to me. It’s as if every emotion she’s feeling is right on the surface.

-Kissing her was the most erotic experience I’ve had in as long as I can remember.

-She’s incredible. So sexy and vulnerable. I like it way too much.

-From the first time we kissed, my need for her has only grown.

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The Hookup Handbook is book two in Kendall Ryan's Escorts, Inc. series. It's a sexy brother's best friend standalone office romance that is hilarious and explosively hot! I really enjoyed it, and can't wait to read more in this series!

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464 reviews82 followers
June 19, 2020
2.5 stars

I don't know. I just wanted more. I was so intrigued by Case, but this just did not live up to what I thought it would be based on the last book. I think my favorite part of the last book in the series was the male escort trope, but this really wasn't present in this book. This book does the same thing as the last book where the author would say something like "the conversation flowed easily" and I still wanna know what they talked about. I just want more I don't know.
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1,014 reviews79 followers
March 24, 2019
Assistant helper

On my God I simply loved this book. I wished it never ended. The characters where amazing. I loved case and his name is sexy hot. I think.lol.. I think this is my favorite Kendall Ryan book to date.
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3,120 reviews
March 19, 2019
4.5 Stars!!

The Hookup Handbook was a terrifically fun and entertaining read. Combining my two favorite troupes, best friend’s sibling & workplace romance, this book hit all the marks that I was looking for and then some.

Told from dual points of view, The Hookup Handbook follows the story of Sienna and Case. From the moment I met these two, I just knew their story was going to be explosive and boy was I not disappointed. Their chemistry was instant and completely off the charts. Sienna is smarter than smart and knows her stuff. She is the biggest temptation that Case has ever encountered. You see, Case has been off his game. His body isn’t cooperating the way it used to. There’s only one woman he wants, and it’s the one he can’t have. So, to keep his thoughts clear of Sienna, he focuses on keeping his business going and working on his book. However, writing a book about sex and intimacy isn’t as easy as it seems. While the words are flowing, he can’t seem to get Sienna off his mind. She’s driving him wild. It’s only a matter of time before they both give in to the passion that burns deep inside them…

The Hookup Handbook was a truly fun read. It was sexy, smart and entertaining. The drama was spot on, giving you just the right amount and never going over the top. The characters were amazing and did a great job pulling you into their story. The chemistry and tension was beyond palpable and left me yearning for more. I loved the build up and those fantastic will they/won’t they moments. This book delivers in every possible way and is just what the doctor ordered.

*I was provided an ARC copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review*
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375 reviews210 followers
March 13, 2019
5 perfect stars 🌟

This book is so sweet and funny. It came to me at perfect time and I really enjoyed in every page.

Sienna and Case are so adorable and I love them so much 😍!

I can't wait for another Kendall's book!
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1,812 reviews615 followers
March 20, 2019
“𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘬𝘪𝘴𝘴 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘣𝘢𝘥 𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘢. 𝘐’𝘮 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘶𝘱 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳.”

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘂𝗽 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 by Kendall Ryan is this sweet, sassy, and entertaining romance that will have you grinning ear to ear! Case and Sienna’s love story was bursting with plenty of HEAT and so much HEART, and I knew from page one that there was no putting this baby down until I devoured every single page. Ms Ryan’s latest standalone is packed with romance, excitement, and spice. It’s funny. It’s charming. It's steamy. It’s lovely. I got hit with emotion and of course, butteflies. You can’t read a Kendall Ryan romance and not experience butterflies in your stomach! It’s the best feeling in the world and I have never been without when it comes to this author.

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2,087 reviews591 followers
March 18, 2019
When the best male escort in town whose waiting list is almost impossible to get on because of his well-earned reputation finds himself having problems with his equipment, Case Smith knows he’s in trouble. But when said equipment decides to perk up exclusively for his new assistant who also happens to be his best friend’s younger sister, he absolutely knows he’s doomed because Sienna isn’t just beautiful, she’s smart, driven and doesn’t put up with his nonsense.

From the moment Case and Sienna meet, their attraction is a forgone conclusion but their coming together is amusing. He’s façade towards her is icy and short. But she’s stubborn and determined to have a summer fling. When she gets him to agree to a one night stand, it turns out to be a lot more for both. However, they’re situation is a precarious one.

Though I didn’t particularly like Sienna, I did like Case, his inner monologues were amusing and I loved his very commendable desire to become someone in the position to take care of his mother.

The Hookup Handbook is a delightful diversion and felt light, sweet and fluffy like cotton candy.

The Hookup Handbook is book #2 of the Escorts, Inc. series by Kendall Ryan. It is a standalone contemporary romance, told by both points of view with a happy ending.

3.5 stars

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1,389 reviews125 followers
April 24, 2019
I'm in a buying books mood because I don't have any books left anymore (In my mind, my kobo says otherwise..) so when I saw one of my friends reviewed this one I knew I needed to have it.
Because let's be honest the blurb does sound intriguing and kind of hot?!

It was a fun and steamy book with a little side drama if you can really call it drama! I'm actually wondering if there is a guy out there that brought out a book like Case did? If so that would be exciting to read too!

I liked Sienna from the start she is a very easy girl to like! She's strong and sassy who isn't afraid to open her mouth and say what she thinks. Case is a bossy, moody but also fun guy. If that makes sense?
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2,366 reviews331 followers
March 14, 2019
Passionate, frisky, and sweet!

The Hookup Handbook is a charming, enticing tale that mixes the intelligent, hardworking Sienna who’s determined to help her new boss meet his deadlines this summer but not fall for him, and the cocky, successful Case who may just take the risk and act on his feelings for his best friend’s little sister who seems to be able to help him with more than just his career woes.

The prose is humorous and light. The characters, including all the supporting characters, are unique, friendly, and engaging. And the plot sweeps you away into a steamy storyline filled with snappy banter, shameless flirting, palpable chemistry, friendship, family, light drama, romance, and the ups and downs of life as an escort.

Overall, The Hookup Handbook is another fabulous addition to the Escorts, Inc series by Ryan complete with sexy characters, entertaining storyline, and dreamy happy-ever-after ending.

Thank you to Kendall Ryan for providing me with a copy in exchange for an honest review.
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616 reviews101 followers
December 5, 2019
I liked this, but didn't love it. The romance didn't make a ton of sense to me, and I don't know why I continue to purchase and read workplace romances because all I can think of is how entirely inappropriate the whole situation is the whole time I'm reading. I also didn't love that Sienna is basically treated like her brother's property — he had no business reacting the way he did to seeing his adult sister on a date. Should they have mentioned it? Maybe, since they both knew him, and it might have been considerate, but they had no actual obligation to ask or tell him anything. Still, it was a decently enjoyable read.
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699 reviews185 followers
March 19, 2019
The Hookup Handbook was such a fun and light, yet utterly steamy read! I took a bit of a break from indulging in Kendall Ryan’s books, but this only reminded me why I enjoyed her swoony, toe-curling romances.

When the right girl comes along, you’ll know, and that will change everything.


Case Smith might be the undeniably scrumptious owner of a highly successful escort agency, but he’s one with the biggest and kindest of hearts. He’ll bring you to your knees when you find out the reason why he was working his ass off—quite literally—as much as he was. And when you witness just how far gone he was for his newest assistant—who also happened to be his best friend’s younger sister—you’ll only melt even further for the guy. Although as much as I loved Case, I also adored Sienna. She was a smart and sexy spitfire who’s so driven and passionate. When she sets her sights on something, she gives it her all—just like with helping Case out with his book and her dancing. She didn’t back down from him and his surly, standoffish attitude in the beginning either, and that only made her so much more perfect for him.

When you pick love, you take all the hurt that comes with it.


Case and Sienna’s relationship might’ve started off as a fling, a way to get Case’s man meat to wake up and get going again, but neither of them expected to get to know each other more and fall hard in the process. The interaction between them was as easy and natural as a breeze, but the quick progression of their relationship was nothing short of wild and explosive. They already had the crackling chemistry and witty banter down pat, but the boss-employee forbidden aspect just heightened the intensity and heat of their tale even more. Needless to say, they won’t only make you laugh and smile the whole time… they’ll also make you blush hard and squirm in your seat.

“When the fuck did I ever go out with other women? I gave that up the second I met you. Shit, my body quit even before that, like it was getting me ready for you. And I was ready for you. I still am.”


If you’re looking for a sizzling best friend’s sister, friends-to-lovers and office romance that will entertain the pants off of you… or if you’ve been craving for Case’s story ever since you’ve finished reading Boyfriend for Hire… then snag a copy of this book and just dive in. You’ll undoubtedly have all the fun devouring it.


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2,889 reviews160 followers
March 20, 2019

When it comes to the ins and outs of sex and intimacy, Case Smith is a pro, and I mean that in every sense of the word; because for the past 8 years, he’s been a male escort, sleeping his way through a never-ending list of clients, but even though he’s damn good at his job and keeps his female clientele more than satisfied, the stress of running a business, managing his employees and their schedules as well as an upcoming book deadline that he’s barely started and it makes sense that his sex drive has taken a hit, but interestingly enough, it’s not that he can’t perform, it’s that there only seems to be one woman who gets him hard - too bad she’s his newest employee, his best friend’s little sister, and completely off-limits!

Boy could Case use a handbook in order to maneuver around his current attraction, or maybe…he just throws his rulebook out and sees what he could have with a certain curvy and sassy part-time employee who makes him look as his profession with fresh eyes.

I love the fact that Sienna busts Case’s balls on day 1. She doesn’t hold back when she questions him about his 8 year career of sleeping with women and she asks the tough questions, even if he refuses to answer them or even consider them while she’s in his presence. Case needs a woman who will challenge him, not the typical women who fawn all over him and his gorgeous self.

The push and pull between Sienna and Case had to happen, even if it was frustrating. There’s a lot on the line for both of them that has nothing to do with his business or her job, which means if they’re going to give into their feelings and desire for one another, they need to know what they’re risking and be okay with the fallout if things end badly.

I do have to mention Case’s word choice when it comes to a particular part of his anatomy. I should have ran a tally of the number of words and descriptions Case used to describe his penis - I truly didn’t know there were that many colorful variations, and while some were completely absurd, I anxiously anticipated what would come out of Case’s mouth next to label his favorite appendage.

The Hookup Handbook has heat, heart, and hilarity; it’s a brother’s best friend, office romance that proves that a ‘cocky manwhore playboy’ can be a one-woman man if the right girl comes along and knocks him on his ass.

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1,576 reviews26 followers
March 19, 2019
**I voluntarily read an early copy of this title in exchange for an honest review**

Kendall Ryan never fails to deliver with her romances! I always enjoy a good best friend's sibling romance and this one was definitely full of chemistry and sparks!

Case has been running his escort business for many years and during all of that time he was also servicing clients, well, until recently. He noticed that he was having more and more trouble "performing", but he couldn't figure out why. Throw in that he has a book to write with the deadline fast approaching and he's a little stressed out.

Sienna is the sister of Case's best friend Ryder. Ryder has asked Case if he could give his sister a job organizing the office for the summer while she figures out what she's going to do with her life. Sienna is happy for something to do, but she's not all that thrilled when she meets Case who Ryder has repeatedly told her is "awesome" when he treats her as more of a hassle than a help.

As Sienna and Case begin spending more time together, it's increasingly difficult for them to deny that there is a strong attraction between them. And, Case realizes that his troubles in the bedroom don't apply to Sienna because he's found himself having to make sure he doesn't end up in a compromising position around the office a few too many times! While Sienna is helping Case with his book, can she also be the person that gets Case out of the escort business for good?

As I said, the chemistry between these two was off the charts. It was obvious the second they met one another and Kendall Ryan just continued to build on that and made it so effortless for me to feel as I was reading. Kendall is always a one-click author for me and you definitely should put this one on your to-read list!
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2,261 reviews123 followers
March 12, 2019
***4 Stars***

The opening line of the description was the hook...well, partially the hook since I’d already met Case in Boyfriend for Hire and really wanted to know more about him, but if I hadn’t already been curious, then that linke “My love wand is on a strike” would have been all that I needed. But I have to say, this was a fun, cute, quick and smexy read that was low on angst but high in sexual chemistry that only got stronger as the book progressed.

I really liked Case and Sienna. Case is charming, intelligent and observant and I couldn’t help but admire him for building the business up the way he did. It may not be what some would deem acceptable, but his reasons behind were legit. Sienna is fiesty. She is that weird mix of sassy and awkward all rolled up into a cute little package. Their journey was a fun one to experience. Though it felt like things happened quickly, it was understandable considering the amount of time they spent in each other’s company and I really like how they grew on each other and found that their assumptions were, most of the time, unfounded. The roadblock in their journey wasn’t unexpected at all, but the blowout from it kind of was. But in the end, things work out exactly as they were supposed to Case and Sienna and I loved where they ended up.

If you haven’t read Boyfriend for Hire, you’ll be perfectly fine, this one can be read as a complete standalone, but Nic and Elle are mentioned and it’s always fun to start at the beginning and meet all the players and see how the evolve. With that being said, I’m hoping that Ryder is next because I personally cannot wait to see that man be brought to his knees!

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5,013 reviews447 followers
March 21, 2019
The Hookup Handbook by Kendall Ryan is a charming, sweet, sexy ,funny and entertaining read. Case and Sienna’s love story was exploding with passion, heat and feels. The chemistry between Case and Sienna was super intense and fabulous. I always love reading a best friend's sibling romance and this was a really great one. This had a twist on the BFF sibling romance and I loved the characters in this read. Really liked the epilogue in this story and can't wait to read more from Ms. Ryan because she has become a one click author for me. This book is a fantastic story with great characters and a really good storyline that keeps you interested from start to finish.


My Rating: 4.7 stars *******
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746 reviews44 followers
March 19, 2019
Another fantastic story by Kendall!

Case is the owner of an escort business and we met him in Boyfriend for Hire. He’s writing a book and it’s going nowhere fast. Enter Sienna, his best friend’s little sister. She’s there to help him. But will she actually help him or be more of a distraction?

As with all her other books, The Hookup Handbook is fun and romantic and sweet. Kendall always brings a smile to my face. Case and Sienna were fantastic. I loved them both and their chemistry was off the charts. With some drama and tension mixed in, we have a great story that you will love!
Kendall is a go-to author of mine. I love all her books and The Hookup Handbook was fantastic!

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1,720 reviews21 followers
March 21, 2019
Case met his match!!!! Who would’ve thought that his best friend little sister would be the one to make the biggest escort think about changing profession. Sienna wasn’t intimidated by Case and that just attracted him to her even more. She was attracted to him from day one but never put up with his bs. This was a quick but spicy office romance/vest friend little sister story with no drama and hot scenes.

It was nice catching up with Nic and Elle but mis it’s time for Ryder to settle down, 😊.
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1,908 reviews129 followers
March 19, 2019
4.5 stars

I really enjoyed The Hookup Handbook by Kendall Ryan.

The storyline is sweet, fun, entertaining and I couldn't put it down!
I loved Case and Sienna, I found them likable, easy to connect with and the chemistry between them was off the charts hot!
They made me smile and laugh with their banter, shake me head with their stubbornness and swoon with their tenderness and honesty. These two are perfect for each other, encouraging and supporting the other to go after their dreams and standing beside them as true soul mates.
I truly loved Case and Sienna together, their story had me smiling like a fool and the epilogue was the perfect icing on my happily ever after cake.

The Hookup Handbook by Kendall Ryan is a beautifully written, romance that will bring out the feels.

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848 reviews115 followers
May 3, 2020
Oh, I enjoyed this one a lot more than the first book in this series. Case was a sweet, thoughtful hero with just the right amount of cocky. Sienna was smart, outspoken and suffered from a serious case of no brain-to-mouth filter, which I loved. The romance was definitely on the instalust/instalove side a bit but it didn't really bothered me that much in this story.

It was fun, cute and sexy. There were some moments/scenes that I didn't particularly care for but overall it was a nice enjoyable read!
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1,425 reviews95 followers
September 13, 2021
By now y'all know that best friend's sibling/sibling's best friend books are my kryptonite and Kendall Ryan does such a great job with them! Add to that the whole escort angle and this was just a fun, HAWT time from beginning to end. Case and Sienna are so stinking adorable together (just like the cover) and whenever they were on the page together it just sizzled. The Hookup Handbook is the perfect quick and breezy pick-me-up I needed and one I'll definitely be reading again! It's another great example as to why Kendall Ryan is one of the author's whose books I automatically preorder, blurb unread! 3 out of 5 wine glasses.
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3,420 reviews2 followers
March 13, 2019
4.5 Stars

What a sweet romantic, entertaining, fun book! I love this author's books especially her latest releases.
We met Case in the previous book Boyfriend for hire, as the owner of the escort agency. Case has been running his business and escorting for years until recently when he notices that he's not enjoying his job anymore. Something was missing and he was having a bit of trouble in the bedroom as well and he was too busy writing his book!
Enter Ryder's sister Sienna. Sienna needed a job for the summer to keep her busy until she figures out what to do with her life. Meeting her brother's best friend was not what she expected. For someone who is supposedly so 'awesome' he is being kind of a douche.

But the more time he spends with Sienna the more Case notices that his issues aren't there when he is spending time with Sienna. The way he feels around her is messing with his head. But he can't help his feelings, can't help feeling that maybe he has met the one for him. Someone that will be by his side, encouraging and maybe just as stubborn as him. And Sienna notices that maybe she might have a bit hasty in her assessment of him. Now all she want to do is be there for him, encouraging him to go after his dreams and helping him finish his book.

This book will make you feel swoony and have you smiling and laughing with their stubbornness, their back and forth banter and the sweet romantic moments will have you jumping up and down for them to find their HEA...You could pick up right from the start that they had a connection and some strong chemistry and some HOT steamy moments... I love that these books doesn't have that OTT drama and even though they have their issues, its something that is sorted quick and easy and not this long drawn out fights, lol... I need more of this series....
And Ryder, I am waiting for your book!!!

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627 reviews112 followers
March 19, 2019
Kendall Ryan once again reminded me why I love her books so much – for great amount of sexiness, friendly characters that immediately gain my sympathy, interesting plot and humor. You can find all this in The Hookup Handbook! And what’s interesting in this story? You'll find out soon!


Case is the owner of an agency that employs gentlemen escorts and has been working in this profession himself for several years. Now he’s also busy writing a book that’s supposed to be the equivalent of the man bible. However, Case encounters a small problem in the professional sphere - not only that he’s completely lacking in writing, but also his 'equipment' has stopped working as it should... Until the moment when comes the support in the form of the younger sister of one of his employees. Sienna is fresh after graduation and needs a job that she’ll be able to add in her resume before she takes her career direction. Not only that this beautiful girl helps him to manage the office and motivates him to write, she brings back to life the most important 'tool' of Case's work ;) However, his profession is an obstacle in creating a relationship with a woman. An additional problem is the fact that the two of them work together and Sienna is the sister of one of his friends and employees. But will it be possible to suppress unrestrained lust?


I love this story! From the very beginning I was drawn into Case's issues and I was curious to find out how he could get out of a problematic situation. Although the first impression he makes is not very favorable, we can definitely say that this guy is special. Intelligent, charming and caring. Sienna on the other hand is a funny girl, somewhat sassy and teasing, but also smart and honest. The chemistry between these two is explosive like fireworks on 4th of July, which resulted in extremely hot scenes that would even make a nun blush.


In summary - The Hookup Handbook is a heartwarming and romantic story, which I enjoyed reading. It was exciting, steamy and at times funny. I definitely recommend it!




*ARC received in exchange for an honest review.
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3,985 reviews362 followers
March 21, 2019
Jess ~
Another flirty, light and fun addition to Escorts, Inc.

This is Case's story and from what we had already learned about him, he is the master at what he does. He is so good in fact, he is writing a book about it and owns a lucrative business around it. Except it's not all sunshine and playboys. Being overwhelmed is not good for the writing mojo nor his clients. Then when his colleague and friend gets his little sister a job with Case things go from one type of frustration to another.

Sienna is super smart, an overachiever and will not be intimidated by her sexy new boss. She will give him a run for his money, put him on a schedule, take care of him when he is sick and develop a huge crush on him. But he is also her brother's best friend and boss, nothing awkward about that.

This was a cute story. There was a little bit of drama, tons of excitement with all the sneaking around, and just another enjoyable read. I spent most of the book with a smile on my face as I dove right in and stayed there until I was done. I can't wait for the next boy to get turned upside down!
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March 19, 2019
***ARC Provided by the Author***

3.5 Stars

This one starts off a little slower than other titles, but not necessarily in a bad way. There was a lot of this story in the setting, in who they were to one another before they even meet, and it gave it depth. I think we have all had that job that talking about is a little awkward, although I think for most of us, it's in a pie shop or wearing an awful uniform while selling hot dogs in a mall.

Sienna and Case are coworkers...well, he's her boss. Who just happens to be a male escort writing a book about sex who needs some additional help in the office, and with organizing his book.

It's a fabulous and fun set up. And, for me it mostly worked...although there definitely were some times when I felt the chemistry wasn't as strong between them as other parts in the book, I definitely felt the connection overall and I enjoyed this title.

I recommend this title.
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March 11, 2019
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Reviewed by Ladyballs

I'm a fan of Kendall Ryan and love her stuff but for some reason this book wasn't what I thought it was going to be. As far as a review the blurb sums this book up perfectly. Case runs a high profile escort service and he is in high demand. He is hot, rich and living his best life. Sienna is his best friend's little sister and has come to work for him as his assistant/office manager. Since she has come to work for him, he can't help but to be drawn to her or keep his eyes off of her. Normally that wouldn't be a problem but it's turned into a huge one for him, especially with him being the top male escort around. He doesn't seem to "want" anyone but her and now its affecting his business.

Does he act on his feelings and risk his friendship with his best friend? Does he know how to have a normal relationship? Is he ready? While we find the answers to all of these questions, it was fun to watch Case and Sienna's personal and working relationship grow. Some of the things that happened were a little unbelievable for me. This book had all the right pieces but for me, they didn't fit together quite as well as I was hoping for.
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