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All In Billionaires #6
The Gamble
A world-famous singer with dangerous stalkers. A wealthy businessman with a secret nightlife.
When singer Sophie Cradle meets Phil Laurent, the attraction electrifies the air between them. But Sophie doesn’t let herself develop feelings for men; in fact, she hasn’t fallen for anyone since she was eighteen.
Despite his powerful attraction to Sophie, relationships and Phil don’t mix. While his friends see him as responsible and laced-up, he spends his nights frequenting secret underground clubs and high-end parties. But as Phil and Sophie keep crossing paths, one-night encounters—and feelings—begin to add up.
When Sophie starts receiving death threats from stalkers, Phil jumps in to protect her. As their relationship grows, both Sophie and Phil have to face past demons and decide if it’s worth the gamble to leave their old lives behind and forge a new one together.
THE GAMBLE is the sixth installment of the All In series. At approximately 77,000 words, this sizzling novel features a scars from the past romance and a guaranteed HEA. It can be read as a stand alone or after books 1-5 of the All In Series.
When singer Sophie Cradle meets Phil Laurent, the attraction electrifies the air between them. But Sophie doesn’t let herself develop feelings for men; in fact, she hasn’t fallen for anyone since she was eighteen.
Despite his powerful attraction to Sophie, relationships and Phil don’t mix. While his friends see him as responsible and laced-up, he spends his nights frequenting secret underground clubs and high-end parties. But as Phil and Sophie keep crossing paths, one-night encounters—and feelings—begin to add up.
When Sophie starts receiving death threats from stalkers, Phil jumps in to protect her. As their relationship grows, both Sophie and Phil have to face past demons and decide if it’s worth the gamble to leave their old lives behind and forge a new one together.
THE GAMBLE is the sixth installment of the All In series. At approximately 77,000 words, this sizzling novel features a scars from the past romance and a guaranteed HEA. It can be read as a stand alone or after books 1-5 of the All In Series.
368 pages, ebook
Published February 27, 2020
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She’s been called the literary master of steamy romance. Her books are full of raw emotion, suspense, and will always keep you wanting more. She is a masterful storyteller of contemporary romance and loves writing about broken people who rise above the ashes. Her books can often be found hanging out in the top 100, even years after publication.
Maggie lives in Florida with her son. She loves tennis, yoga, paddleboarding, boating, other water activities, and everything naughty.
Her current series were written in the order below:
All In (Stand alones with entwined characters)
It's Complicated (Stand alones with entwined characters)
Together We Stand (Brooks Family Saga - read in order)
Behind Closed Doors (Read in order)
Mafia Wars
Mafia Wars New York
Club Indulgence Duet
Mafia Wars Ireland
Wilted Kingdom Duet
The Underworld
The Cartwright Family (Holiday Romance)
Grab e-books, paperbacks, special editions, and audio at discounted prices!
Visit https://maggiecolebookstore.com/
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Maggie Cole is committed to bringing her readers alphalicious book boyfriends and fiercely strong heroines.
She’s been called the literary master of steamy romance. Her books are full of raw emotion, suspense, and will always keep you wanting more. She is a masterful storyteller of contemporary romance and loves writing about broken people who rise above the ashes. Her books can often be found hanging out in the top 100, even years after publication.
Maggie lives in Florida with her son. She loves tennis, yoga, paddleboarding, boating, other water activities, and everything naughty.
Her current series were written in the order below:
All In (Stand alones with entwined characters)
It's Complicated (Stand alones with entwined characters)
Together We Stand (Brooks Family Saga - read in order)
Behind Closed Doors (Read in order)
Mafia Wars
Mafia Wars New York
Club Indulgence Duet
Mafia Wars Ireland
Wilted Kingdom Duet
The Underworld
The Cartwright Family (Holiday Romance)
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March 5, 2020
A fabulous push-pull romance‼️ So hot it makes toes curl‼️‼️
Maggie Cole definitely knows how to put the heat and drama into a story. In her final book from the “All In” series she delivers a truly deep and moving story between Phil Laurent and Sophie Cradle. He’s a billionaire business man and she’s an award winning rock star that needs protecting. They shouldn’t work as a couple due to being so different & neither of them do relationships. But their attraction to each other is too strong not to pull them back together after one super hot night a few months ago. Eventually they’ll have to take a “Gamble” and go “all in” or walk away from each other. This book takes the reader on a wonderful, yet sometimes frustrating, journey that really tugs at the emotions as Phil & Sophie struggle through this relationship stuff that neither of them do well. Get ready for some very intense sex scenes between them too. Too hot 🔥🔥🔥to handle for sure. The author does a superb job with character development & interaction. She also has some fantastic storylines, plots and depth of drama. It’s always great when characters from previous books in the series are an active part in the story and several of the favorites are included in this book. Still a stand alone read. Another spectacular book Maggie!!! Highly recommended‼️‼️‼️‼️
Maggie Cole definitely knows how to put the heat and drama into a story. In her final book from the “All In” series she delivers a truly deep and moving story between Phil Laurent and Sophie Cradle. He’s a billionaire business man and she’s an award winning rock star that needs protecting. They shouldn’t work as a couple due to being so different & neither of them do relationships. But their attraction to each other is too strong not to pull them back together after one super hot night a few months ago. Eventually they’ll have to take a “Gamble” and go “all in” or walk away from each other. This book takes the reader on a wonderful, yet sometimes frustrating, journey that really tugs at the emotions as Phil & Sophie struggle through this relationship stuff that neither of them do well. Get ready for some very intense sex scenes between them too. Too hot 🔥🔥🔥to handle for sure. The author does a superb job with character development & interaction. She also has some fantastic storylines, plots and depth of drama. It’s always great when characters from previous books in the series are an active part in the story and several of the favorites are included in this book. Still a stand alone read. Another spectacular book Maggie!!! Highly recommended‼️‼️‼️‼️
February 13, 2020
Wow! Just Wow! What can I say I absolutely love Phil. He’s not who you think he is, he’s loving, caring, but has a secret side to him that no one knows about and he needs to keep it that way, he can’t risk anyone finding out. His one night with Sophie has left his head spinning, he can’t seem to get her out of his head no matter how hard he tries. Phil left her a note, but neither of them want a relationship, no strings, so for Sophie to go looking for Phil would be unconscionable it would look like more than it really is, but is it? All Sophie’s be able to think about is Phil and how good they were together, what does it all mean? These two are explosive together, sexy, a little kinky and can’t seem to keep their hands off each other, they fit together like a puzzle and all they have to do is let go of the past and find the pieces to finish the puzzle. These two have their issues, misunderstandings and when Sophie starts pushing Phil away, all he wants to do is stay by her side, but how long can one man continue to fight for someone who doesn’t want to be saved? As the threats keep coming in, Sophie’s life is in more danger than anyone thought, with the security breaches, and unanswered questions regarding her label, you can’t trust anyone except the ones closest to you and Phil will do anything to keep Sophie safe no matter the cost, but will it be enough before it’s too late? Life and love is always a gamble, how you choose to play game is what makes it all worth wild! Amazing book! This series had been such a ride and to end it with Phil, wow! I had a favorite going in, but I think Phil just bumped him down a notch! I received a copy of this book.
February 8, 2020
This book out me through an emotional grinder and spit me back out!
The heartache and pain Sophie Cradle (aka rockstar Carlotta Ensign) has gone through was crippling. The only way she could go on was to close off feeling for anyone else besides Ethan and his father. Casual was the only type of relationship she could handle, then she met Phil Laurent. Phil is the president of Marko Enterprises and has always been underestimated. Even by his close friends who are him as boring and responsible. Phil has a secret kinky side which he shows Sophie at a sex club. They try to be casual but they both have feelings for each other. Their relationship is rocky until Sophie admits her feelings to him. Meanwhile Sophie is trying to deal with death threats and multiple stalkers. It all comes to a head at her concert at Wembley Stadium where she finally breaks free from her past. Sophie and Phil get their hard earned HEA and even go into business together.
The heartache and pain Sophie Cradle (aka rockstar Carlotta Ensign) has gone through was crippling. The only way she could go on was to close off feeling for anyone else besides Ethan and his father. Casual was the only type of relationship she could handle, then she met Phil Laurent. Phil is the president of Marko Enterprises and has always been underestimated. Even by his close friends who are him as boring and responsible. Phil has a secret kinky side which he shows Sophie at a sex club. They try to be casual but they both have feelings for each other. Their relationship is rocky until Sophie admits her feelings to him. Meanwhile Sophie is trying to deal with death threats and multiple stalkers. It all comes to a head at her concert at Wembley Stadium where she finally breaks free from her past. Sophie and Phil get their hard earned HEA and even go into business together.
February 5, 2020
This book was......WOW! Phil and Sophie met a couple of months ago for one night of passion......fast forward a couple of months and it is no surprise they see each other again as they have mutual friends. Well they were meant for each other and they clearly did not know it. Phil shows Sophie a little of his night life and I am speechless...It was SPIZZLE (Spicy and Sizzle)!!!!!!! I had to come up with a new word to describe how hot they are together!! Neither one of them think they can do relationships, but will they learn to do relationships together or decide it is not work the gamble. This book is book 6 in the All In Series and it is fabulous! I am so sad to see this series end.....for now...and I hope it is a 'for now'! I am hoping Maggie Cole comes back to do more in this series or maybe have a spin off series!
February 8, 2020
Again, Maggie Cole did not disappoint. The Gamble is the sixth installment in the All In Series. Phil and Sophie were meant to be together. There are moments where they get in their own and each other's way of being together. Their chemistry is off the charts! Maggie Cole is brilliant in how she includes the other characters into the story. I really like the way this group of friends are developed. You can feel the love they have for one another. I appreciate that both Phil and Sophie get called out for their actions. All too often in books the heroine gets a pass for her behavior because, simply, she is a female. Kudos to Maggie Cole for showing flaws in both characters. I also like the way she intertwines the title of the book and the series throughout the story. I loved The Gamble, and I highly recommend it!
February 12, 2020
The Gamble is the final book in the ALL IN series by Maggie Cole! Can I say electrifying from beginning to end. The chemistry between Phil Laurent and Sophie Cradle , a singer, explodes when they first lay eyes on each other. However , they are both reluctant to Gamble on committing to a relationship because of past experiences! So many twist, turns and hot steamy sex fill the pages.
Once again Maggie Cole weaves the characters we have met in the All In series throughout the Gamble . They jump right in to help Phil and Sophie beat the odds. This reader laughed, cried , cheered , spit with anger and fanned herself from from all the sizzle.
Thanks Maggie Cole . Can’t wait to begin your next series, IT’S COMPLICATED .
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Once again Maggie Cole weaves the characters we have met in the All In series throughout the Gamble . They jump right in to help Phil and Sophie beat the odds. This reader laughed, cried , cheered , spit with anger and fanned herself from from all the sizzle.
Thanks Maggie Cole . Can’t wait to begin your next series, IT’S COMPLICATED .
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 4, 2021
ALL IN IS OUTSTANDING series
Phil President of Marko. Collata aka Sophie is musician. Sophie is close to Ethan they grow up together. Hum..how to explain this book. Phil is tease by his friends when they call him "Dad". But Phil has a wild side they do not know. After meeting Collata aka Sophie Phil is hooked but so is Sophie. Sophie has baggage that she is carrying and can't seem to let go. Beside her popularly she has been receiving death threats and fight her attaction to Phil. So much to write but you should read this series you will love it too. I hope this NOT the last! What about Club D and Derek story.🔥😊💖🎉🍹🤯
Phil President of Marko. Collata aka Sophie is musician. Sophie is close to Ethan they grow up together. Hum..how to explain this book. Phil is tease by his friends when they call him "Dad". But Phil has a wild side they do not know. After meeting Collata aka Sophie Phil is hooked but so is Sophie. Sophie has baggage that she is carrying and can't seem to let go. Beside her popularly she has been receiving death threats and fight her attaction to Phil. So much to write but you should read this series you will love it too. I hope this NOT the last! What about Club D and Derek story.🔥😊💖🎉🍹🤯
February 14, 2023
1-6 Billionaires
I wanted to leave this review until the last book in this series.
What a great series this was to read, i love that all the books are connected to each other, i find it tells a greater story and what a story they all told.
All billionaires finding their significant other after all the trauma that they all went through in their earlier lives and the same with all their partners.
Maggie all in all this series tells stories in epic detail and how they all came out the other end in so much love with their partners
Id recommend to anyone to read Maggies books you will not be disappointed
I wanted to leave this review until the last book in this series.
What a great series this was to read, i love that all the books are connected to each other, i find it tells a greater story and what a story they all told.
All billionaires finding their significant other after all the trauma that they all went through in their earlier lives and the same with all their partners.
Maggie all in all this series tells stories in epic detail and how they all came out the other end in so much love with their partners
Id recommend to anyone to read Maggies books you will not be disappointed
February 8, 2020
I seriously could not get ENOUGH and I still want more of Phil and Sophie! Phil is SO hot and he wouldn't be hotter with anyone besides Sophie. They are up and they are down. They're laughing and they're screaming. They're having fun and they're crying. There is so much going on. But if you like your men to have a PRIVATE private life, Phil is your guy. The underestimated ones are always the interesting ones.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 6, 2020
Heart pounding sexual and emotion tension holds the reader in its grip and the pages turning. Phil and Sophie have off the charts chemistry, but will secrets and the fear of an All In relationship keep them apart? The Gamble will make you feel all the feels as this close knit circle of friends helps Sophie confront her demons. As Maggie Cole writes, “You have to choose what Gamble you want to go All In on.”
February 7, 2020
Sextra, Sextra, Prepare for Turbulence! Author Maggie Cole has gone All In on her All In series! How does one wrap one’s mind around that of a steamy romance maestro? Prepare to dance to the music of Phil and Sophie. As they navigate through murky waters, you will lose yourself in their tango as they learn how to align their hearts to the beat of each other’s rhythm. The fireworks are explosive as the series goes out with a resounding boom that will leave you wanting more!
February 27, 2020
Maggie Cole picks up where she left off in book five; if you thought the rest of the series was hot you ain’t seen nothing yet. Phil and Sophie have been pining for each other since a steamy night together and after another chance encounter they can’t stay away. Phil makes Sophie feel comfortable and helps her forget her celebrity and Sophie convinces Phil she can handle anything that he is into. The Gamble is a great finale to the All In series and will leave you wanting more!
March 7, 2020
A captivating final book and in the All In series! It is a fast paced on the edge of your seat page turner that is well written, well developed, steamy, emotionally deep, and action packed with angst, twists and turns, intrigue, ups and downs, humour, and suspense. The characters are likeable; the chemistry between them is off the charts. Definitely recommended!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 6, 2020
I absolutely loved The Gamble by Maggie Cole!! The story line and characters were great!! If your looking for a streamy romance id get any of the ALL IN series!! The Gamble was one of my favorite books in this series!! You will absolutely love this book!! Phil and Sophie will have you not wanting to put this book down! Phil has always taken care of everyone but what you never see is that he has a night life. And once he meets Sophie there love is pouring off the pages!!
November 30, 2021
Another interconnected series ends
Sophie and Phil meet hot, decide a one night stand should be it, but both pine for more. Sophie lost the love of her life at eighteen and is terrified to go go that place again. Phil has a darkside he hides from his friends but Sophie accepts that. Phil owns a security firm and Sophie is a rockstar in desperate need of security. You won't see all the twists and turns coming, but the heat is undeniable.
Sophie and Phil meet hot, decide a one night stand should be it, but both pine for more. Sophie lost the love of her life at eighteen and is terrified to go go that place again. Phil has a darkside he hides from his friends but Sophie accepts that. Phil owns a security firm and Sophie is a rockstar in desperate need of security. You won't see all the twists and turns coming, but the heat is undeniable.
February 1, 2020
Once again, Maggie Cole delivers another fantastic book! I was laughing, I was crying...and everything in between. My family looked at me like I was crazy as I was reading and laughing really hard, then crying. Maggie knows how to bring out every emotion and make you feel it, it's like you're part of the book!
February 28, 2020
Another can't put down book by Maggie Cole. To finally understand the underestimated Phil and his secret life. Secrets and secret pasts are out to destroy Phila and Sophie but will their gamble pay off in the end. HOT HOT AND HOT is the best description for this one . Get ready to Love, Hate and Cry in this one.
February 28, 2020
Wow! Phil and Sophie really burn up my tablet in The Gamble! Phil comes to terms with his past of casual relationships. Sophie has to face her fears in order to form a relationship with Phil. Phil and Sophie can’t resist one another. All of this happens against the background of Sophie/Carlotta’s music career. Sophie is in danger from a stalker. Read it and find out.
February 29, 2020
A hot and sweet conclusion to the All In Series
5 stars for Sophie and Phil! The wild singer meets the straight laced (on the surface) business man. A wild ride from start to finish. You'll love these two and all your favorites from previous books make appearances. A wonderful way to end a fantastic series.
5 stars for Sophie and Phil! The wild singer meets the straight laced (on the surface) business man. A wild ride from start to finish. You'll love these two and all your favorites from previous books make appearances. A wonderful way to end a fantastic series.
March 6, 2020
Phil & Sophie both just wanted casual. Then things got complicated. Security hacks, death threats, cancelled concerts, bodyguard issues and more. Secrets from the past come back to haunt. How will these two handle it? Who will win the right or will it become war. These two can't decide which way is up
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 25, 2020
Either it's really hot here or I just finished The Gamble ,, It's both, what a fabulous way to finish up the All In Series. Phil is more then he shows to the world and boy is he something. I want to say so much but I refuse to give out any spoilers. By the way, you'll want to read this again and again. I bow to the greatness of Maggie Cole
June 27, 2020
Sophie Cradle normal dated me who she couldn't caught feeling for. Phil Laurent only did casual sex. She was a singer with troubled pass. Everyone thought Phil was lame and boring because of his work ethic. But he had a wild once sophie finds she cant resist. Sophie and Phil develops erotic attraction to eachother
January 27, 2022
Sandlewood and...
I just loved this series, I was definitely All In.. If you love Alpha men, head strong Alphas and lots of hot sex...
Then this book is for you. Did I mention the hot sex🔥🔥. Maggie Cole.. You sure have kept me awake for many late nights.. But hot damn... I'd do it again in a heartbeat.. Thank you!! You're the best!!🔥❤️
I just loved this series, I was definitely All In.. If you love Alpha men, head strong Alphas and lots of hot sex...
Then this book is for you. Did I mention the hot sex🔥🔥. Maggie Cole.. You sure have kept me awake for many late nights.. But hot damn... I'd do it again in a heartbeat.. Thank you!! You're the best!!🔥❤️
March 28, 2020
This book is so amazing as all her books are. Make sure you have time when you start reading her book because you won’t want to stop. I take it everywhere and was almost late to work because I was reading!
March 28, 2020
Love Maggie Cole
Can't tell you which couple is my favorite, I love them all! Sophie and Phil's story was a rollercoaster of emotions. Her heartbreaking past and him just wanting to love her. But she took the Gamble ❤
Can't tell you which couple is my favorite, I love them all! Sophie and Phil's story was a rollercoaster of emotions. Her heartbreaking past and him just wanting to love her. But she took the Gamble ❤
April 29, 2020
Omg this ending to the series was epic. I mean all the Guys in this series were off the charts hot but Phil was the supreme way to close out the series. Thank you for this hot journey Maggie. A definite must read.
June 28, 2020
I waited for a book about Phil the entire series and this book does not disappoint! Phil is my favorite of all the ‘all in’ men. Phil and Sophie are an absolutely sexy and hot pair! Couldn’t put this book down and when it did end I just wanted more!
November 18, 2020
Amazing story
Everything about this book was amazing! I love how both main characters were underestimated. Mostly Phil. Also nice to read a book wherev the girl is broken not the guy. I need more!
Everything about this book was amazing! I love how both main characters were underestimated. Mostly Phil. Also nice to read a book wherev the girl is broken not the guy. I need more!
August 8, 2021
Sophie and Phil's story was so good. It has all the feels. You will laugh , cry, ect... These two have a rollercoaster just when you think all is good another obstacle gets in the way definitely a must read
March 4, 2020
I loved this entire series and fell in love with all the character! Just the right amount of steamy, romance and drama!
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