There aren’t enough all-male-POV rom-coms in the world. I could probably list the ones I’ve read off the top of my head and most of them would be by Lauren Blakely, who is particularly adept at writing through the perspective of the opposite sex. Her all-male-POV books like Big Rock, Well Hung, and now, Satisfaction Guaranteed, are immeasurably fun, quick-witted, deliciously naughty reads – all with a sexy, swoon-worthy hero delivering the story. With Satisfaction Guaranteed, the title pretty much says it all: this book is a lighthearted, steamy rom-com that’s guaranteed to leave you satisfied.
Part workplace romance and part second chance romance, Satisfaction Guaranteed reunites old flames, Dr. Malone Goodman and Sloan Elizabeth, when Malone's business partner houses his daughter's new pet rescue business at their veterinarian clinic. Did I mention Sloan is his partner's daughter? When Malone discovered this fact shortly after he started seeing Elizabeth seven years prior, the two went their separate ways, although they were never far from each other's thoughts. When they see each other again, all the lingering feelings and unresolved issues between them reignite. While at work, they attempt to be professional (albeit not very successfully), but after hours, the temptation is impossible to resist and their restraint isn't quite so strong.
With his lounge-singing, Frank Sinatra-loving, old-fashioned gentleman persona, Malone is an effortlessly charismatic hero and a captivating narrator. Delving inside of Malone's head is sure to make you smile, swoon, and fan your blushing cheeks. While the majority of the narrative is through Malone’s perspective, Lauren Blakely cleverly and craftily finds a way to give us insight into Sloane’s mind. This gives a better feel of the intensity of the longing and desire between them as well as the depth of both their emotional connection and physical attraction.
With whip-smart dialogue and flirtatious banter, a dreamy hero that would’ve been right at home amongst the Rat Pack, and a love story that’s romantic and wistful, but also wildly passionate and uninhibited, Satisfaction Guaranteed is another must-read romance from Lauren Blakely. I loved everything about this book, including the multiple epilogues and the brief, but exciting setup for what’s to come. I’m already dying to get my hands on the next book! September can’t come soon enough…
*complimentary copy provided by author for an honest review
Rating: 5 Stars