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The Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County #3
Auction Time
From USA Today Bestselling author Khardine Gray, comes a bad boy romance that will make you drool.
When disaster strikes Newport Beach, The Centaurs decide to host an auction to raise money for repairs.
Wonderful idea, except they want to enlist the services of Cartwright Marketing Agency.
I hate athletes. More than that, I loathe football players and I’m absolutely not an Eric Declan fan.
We hooked up one night and left me straight after.
What a dog.
I should have known better because they actually call him ‘the dog’ on the field and off it.
Foolishly, I allowed the man to charm me with his smile, that bad boy attitude, the masterpiece body, then out of my dignity.
I, for one, want to skip this collaboration but I have to work with him if I want the chance to do more at the agency.
Working with him is a nightmare.
The man is temptation designed for sin.
He wants a repeat of our little mistake.
I want to stay away from him.
The problem is …it’s getting harder to resist him.
Fool me once shame on you, fool me twice shame on me…
Or is it?
Did I mention he looks really good in a suit?
If you like hot, steamy, romance with gorgeous, drool-worthy bad boys you will love this book. Dive in now for some fun.
Auction Time is a complete standalone and a part of the Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County series.
When disaster strikes Newport Beach, The Centaurs decide to host an auction to raise money for repairs.
Wonderful idea, except they want to enlist the services of Cartwright Marketing Agency.
I hate athletes. More than that, I loathe football players and I’m absolutely not an Eric Declan fan.
We hooked up one night and left me straight after.
What a dog.
I should have known better because they actually call him ‘the dog’ on the field and off it.
Foolishly, I allowed the man to charm me with his smile, that bad boy attitude, the masterpiece body, then out of my dignity.
I, for one, want to skip this collaboration but I have to work with him if I want the chance to do more at the agency.
Working with him is a nightmare.
The man is temptation designed for sin.
He wants a repeat of our little mistake.
I want to stay away from him.
The problem is …it’s getting harder to resist him.
Fool me once shame on you, fool me twice shame on me…
Or is it?
Did I mention he looks really good in a suit?
If you like hot, steamy, romance with gorgeous, drool-worthy bad boys you will love this book. Dive in now for some fun.
Auction Time is a complete standalone and a part of the Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County series.
197 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 1, 2019
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About the author
Khardine Gray
126 books846 followersKhardine Gray is a USA Today Bestselling author who also writes under the pen name Faith Summers.
Khardine lives in England with her husband and two adventurous kids.
She writes contemporary romance, dark romantic suspense, and dark new adult romance.
Her books have sassy heroines and sexy, drool-worthy book boyfriends who will make you melt.
She simply adores her readers and loves spoiling them.
When she’s not writing or reading, you can find her in a ballet class or ice skating.
Khardine lives in England with her husband and two adventurous kids.
She writes contemporary romance, dark romantic suspense, and dark new adult romance.
Her books have sassy heroines and sexy, drool-worthy book boyfriends who will make you melt.
She simply adores her readers and loves spoiling them.
When she’s not writing or reading, you can find her in a ballet class or ice skating.
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March 30, 2024
Awesome
Loved Eric and Mia's crazy love story. She had to be in control trust issues and he had family issued to deal with. He kept chasing her all the time, the auction was amazing 5 million dollars wow.
Got a glimpse of Vanessa opening up and supporting Mia. Eric very strong positive person. Never giving up. His Dad letting him know he will still be at his game showed Eric he did love him and was proud of him. Along with his Uncle whom he had a avery strong bond.
Lots of emotions. Look forward to sister number 4.
Loved Eric and Mia's crazy love story. She had to be in control trust issues and he had family issued to deal with. He kept chasing her all the time, the auction was amazing 5 million dollars wow.
Got a glimpse of Vanessa opening up and supporting Mia. Eric very strong positive person. Never giving up. His Dad letting him know he will still be at his game showed Eric he did love him and was proud of him. Along with his Uncle whom he had a avery strong bond.
Lots of emotions. Look forward to sister number 4.
December 17, 2021
Another hit
Oh wow I love this series. I am still not crazy about athletes, most are just cheaters. I don't care how much money they have. So not worth it. Good thing I am to old for that. I do thank you for this series though. I really enjoyed it.
Oh wow I love this series. I am still not crazy about athletes, most are just cheaters. I don't care how much money they have. So not worth it. Good thing I am to old for that. I do thank you for this series though. I really enjoyed it.
December 1, 2020
After a bunch of duds from this author, finally one I like. This could have been a 5 star read for me if the heroine wasn't so annoying. Eric Declan, however? Dayum! Need me some Eric!
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January 18, 2021dnf.. wasn't feeling the characters
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December 3, 2023
It's a sexy yet heartwarming story I loved the chemistry between Eric and Mia,I loved how they were drawn to each other,no matter how hard they tried to stay apart ❤️.
November 7, 2019
This is one crazy beautiful love story about Mia and Eric. Mia is from a very successful family whose father is involved with a pro-football team and her mom with a company involved in many different things. Mia has had bad experiences with professional athletes and has sworn them off until one day Eric comes along and finds a way to charm her into having an unforgettable sexual coupling and then walks away breaking Mia and closing herself off. A year later Mia is put in charge of a fundraiser and she’ll be working directly with Eric as him and other football players will auction themselves for donations to help with the damage from the last storm. Eric is known to be a bad boy, having many women and a sexy hot athlete. That unexpected time with Mia he learns something life changing and it causes him to walk away from Mia and has been trying to come up a way to get her back. Once the details are set for the auction Eric starts his chase for Mia and she puts up a good front. Eric explains the past and why he behaved they way he did and how he is dealing with it still today that Mia sees a new side to Eric. Mia has become a control freak with the way she lives her life and once Eric figures out how to work with that he gets her to open up to him. I enjoyed how Eric shows he truly loves Mia but she has one tough issue with trust that Eric needs to learn to deal with, help her see what’s in front of her or walk away as the pain is just too much for him. It's clear that Eric loves her but he can't win her trust. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
November 3, 2019
A wild ride, indeed, from the past, through the present and into the future with a woman so fearful of anything she can't control, especially personal relationships. Mia has been burned too often by the men in her life, or even family members, who couldn't keep their promises. She has to have control over relationships and situations or else she turns and runs. The one weakness she has is Eric Decker, bad boy, gorgeous football god. He once made her feel important, but then he left without another word. Now he's back, and his eyes are burning a hole right through her back. Does he want to start all over again with her? This is a complicated story of Mia's lack of trust in others but, mostly, in herself. It's clear that Eric loves her but he can't win her trust. It doesn't help that she sees him in the clutches of another woman when they're supposed to be together! If she can't trust in his love, they must have nothing left. Oh, my! I want to grab her and force her eyes open so she can see what's standing right in front of her. A highly emotional and, ultimately, fulfilling story by Khardine Gray. A well-paced plot, authentic characters with some heat thrown in to create something wonderful!
November 8, 2019
Sexy and heartfelt
Auction Time (Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County Book 3) by Khardine Gray is another well written romance with sweet and sexy characters that will warm your heart and raise your pulse.
Another Cartwright sister, Mia, struggles with letting love in, letting go of control and overcoming fear. One would think with the loving and real example of their parents this wouldn’t be so hard! But life lessons have a way of blinding you from seeing what right in front of your face. Eric “the dog” Declan, turns out to be not such a dog after all. He’s an alpha with charm, manners and the patience of a saint. Eric, despite his reputation is such a sweet heart with Mia, trying to apologize and get a second chance with the woman he just can’t forget.
This heartfelt plot is full of all the feels, the highs and the lows, fear and revelations of the heart. The development of their relationships is a reflection of the past as well as the present which I enjoyed and found to have smooth transitions between the two.
Overall, a very well written second chance romance that’s just as hot and steamy as it is emotional leading to a HEA for Eric and Mia.
I read an ARC of this book and voluntarily share my review.
Auction Time (Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County Book 3) by Khardine Gray is another well written romance with sweet and sexy characters that will warm your heart and raise your pulse.
Another Cartwright sister, Mia, struggles with letting love in, letting go of control and overcoming fear. One would think with the loving and real example of their parents this wouldn’t be so hard! But life lessons have a way of blinding you from seeing what right in front of your face. Eric “the dog” Declan, turns out to be not such a dog after all. He’s an alpha with charm, manners and the patience of a saint. Eric, despite his reputation is such a sweet heart with Mia, trying to apologize and get a second chance with the woman he just can’t forget.
This heartfelt plot is full of all the feels, the highs and the lows, fear and revelations of the heart. The development of their relationships is a reflection of the past as well as the present which I enjoyed and found to have smooth transitions between the two.
Overall, a very well written second chance romance that’s just as hot and steamy as it is emotional leading to a HEA for Eric and Mia.
I read an ARC of this book and voluntarily share my review.
October 31, 2019
ONE IMPRESSIVE EXPERIENCE!!!
Fast and furious! Khardine not only hit pay dirt, she razed the roof with this mind blowing, block buster that raises the stakes and ushers in a chart topping, page flipping delight. A startling array of surprising events and daunting circumstances, weaving a web so intricately and tight fusing this piece of perfection together one jagged piece at a time. This is one jaw dropping, mind blowing, thrilling piece to grace the space and expand the plan. A startling array of surprising events and daunting circumstances, weaving a web so intricately and tight fusing this piece of perfection together one jagged piece at a time. Ramping all the swirling emotions into play with every color on the spectrum. The characters chemistry sizzles from the pages and suck you in so deeply until you feel the heat and electricity thrumming through your veins. The characters are genuine, tangible and realistic with depth and on point personalities that blend fluidly throughout. The scenes are so vividly detailed and descriptive its paints a fantastic backdrop that really makes the storyline pop. Fantastic job Khardine, thanks for sharing this bad boy with us.
Fast and furious! Khardine not only hit pay dirt, she razed the roof with this mind blowing, block buster that raises the stakes and ushers in a chart topping, page flipping delight. A startling array of surprising events and daunting circumstances, weaving a web so intricately and tight fusing this piece of perfection together one jagged piece at a time. This is one jaw dropping, mind blowing, thrilling piece to grace the space and expand the plan. A startling array of surprising events and daunting circumstances, weaving a web so intricately and tight fusing this piece of perfection together one jagged piece at a time. Ramping all the swirling emotions into play with every color on the spectrum. The characters chemistry sizzles from the pages and suck you in so deeply until you feel the heat and electricity thrumming through your veins. The characters are genuine, tangible and realistic with depth and on point personalities that blend fluidly throughout. The scenes are so vividly detailed and descriptive its paints a fantastic backdrop that really makes the storyline pop. Fantastic job Khardine, thanks for sharing this bad boy with us.
October 31, 2019
Storyline Maintained Interest Level
This is Book Three in the series featuring the sister, Mia and football player, Eric. They have a history that didn’t end well but have reunited to work on a fundraising project that includes auctioning off dates with the football players.
That special night makes Mia realize she’s still attracted to Eric and agrees to his advances, which have been many. But, she has trust issues and he has discovered a secret about himself that his mother has kept. How will this impact their relationship is pivotal in this story.
Like the previous two stories, this one held my interest from cover to cover. Unlike the previous two there appeared to be a lot, and I mean a lot of grammatical issues and I wonder why this book was not edited more closely. It certainly interrupted the flow of the storyline and is reflected in my score.
I am recommending this book for your reading enjoyment and pleasure.
I received this ARC from “Bad Boy Update” for my honest review so I’m leaving this for your consideration. Peace.
This is Book Three in the series featuring the sister, Mia and football player, Eric. They have a history that didn’t end well but have reunited to work on a fundraising project that includes auctioning off dates with the football players.
That special night makes Mia realize she’s still attracted to Eric and agrees to his advances, which have been many. But, she has trust issues and he has discovered a secret about himself that his mother has kept. How will this impact their relationship is pivotal in this story.
Like the previous two stories, this one held my interest from cover to cover. Unlike the previous two there appeared to be a lot, and I mean a lot of grammatical issues and I wonder why this book was not edited more closely. It certainly interrupted the flow of the storyline and is reflected in my score.
I am recommending this book for your reading enjoyment and pleasure.
I received this ARC from “Bad Boy Update” for my honest review so I’m leaving this for your consideration. Peace.
November 1, 2019
Mia has a rule not to date or get involved in any way with an athlete. Then her family's company gets asked to help market an athletic auction and it brings her back in touch with Eric. They had a thing before but something happened and he disappeared. Now he is back with his pursuit and she is a little gun shy around him. Eric got some upsetting new the last time he was with Mia which is why he pulled away now that he has a second chance he isn't going to let her get away. Will Mia give him another chance at her heart?
This is a great story that once I started it I couldn't put it down. The chemistry between them is blazing hot. This is a well written and very entertaining story. I would recommend this book to any book lover.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book for Bad Boy Update.
This is a great story that once I started it I couldn't put it down. The chemistry between them is blazing hot. This is a well written and very entertaining story. I would recommend this book to any book lover.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book for Bad Boy Update.
November 14, 2019
Eric’s life is suddenly in turmoil. Truths he thought he knew turn out to be nothing more than lies. Coupled with the depths of the feelings he was starting to experience for Mia, and all that chaos sent him running. Not the most honorable thing to do, but logical given his emotional state. Every jock Mia’s given a chance to has turned out to be a jerk, and Eric’s just proven himself to be another one of their number. But what happens when he comes back with a new attitude and is determined to prove they have something special together? I loved this pair even though they drove me crazy for most of the book. For me, this story was all about finding the one that loves you for who you are, not just who you think you should be. I’m loving these Cartwright sisters and I can’t wait to read more.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author.
November 29, 2019
I voluntarily reviewed a copy of "AUCTION TIME" This was a very enjoyable read filled with angst, cheating, ghosting, passion, hot sexy alpha football players.
Mia Cartwright and Eric Declan have a scorching hot one night stand then he ghosts her she hasn't had much success in the dating department her sisters have found love and move on.
Disaster struck Newport Beach and the Centaurs Football Team want have an auction to raise money for repairs hiring the Cartwright Marketing Agency means that Mia will have to work with Eric.
Eric realized he was missing something vital and wanted to puck up his relationship with Mia but she figures burn me once shame on me burn me twice nit going to happen will they get their HEA.
I definitely recommend to get this book well written by Khardine Gray so well worth the read I can't wait for the next book in this series "NOT BEFORE GAME NIGHT"
Mia Cartwright and Eric Declan have a scorching hot one night stand then he ghosts her she hasn't had much success in the dating department her sisters have found love and move on.
Disaster struck Newport Beach and the Centaurs Football Team want have an auction to raise money for repairs hiring the Cartwright Marketing Agency means that Mia will have to work with Eric.
Eric realized he was missing something vital and wanted to puck up his relationship with Mia but she figures burn me once shame on me burn me twice nit going to happen will they get their HEA.
I definitely recommend to get this book well written by Khardine Gray so well worth the read I can't wait for the next book in this series "NOT BEFORE GAME NIGHT"
November 26, 2019
Another Cartwright sister gets her HEA with a bad boy. Mia slept with Eric but then didn't hear from him again. So of course there is tension when she's forced to work with him for a charity auction to raise funds for Newport Beach. He uses all his charm to try and get back into her good graces. But she still sees him a "player". Is that who he truly is? Or is there more to him, and the reason why he didn't contact her after they slept together?
It's obvious there is a pull between these two characters whenever they are together. I like how the sisters have each other's back in these stories - especially at the auction.
It's obvious there is a pull between these two characters whenever they are together. I like how the sisters have each other's back in these stories - especially at the auction.
October 31, 2019
Mia's turn to find her man. Having hooked up with Eric over a year ago, she is extremely wary of getting close to him again. Eric has his own secret family reasons for why he treated Mia badly but is desperate to make amends and try with her again. She reluctantly gets involved with him as they organise a fundraising date auction together. Inevitably she ends up bidding for a date with Eric to stop anyone else having him. The chemistry between these two is electric which makes for a satisfying and endearing read. Read an ARC for an honest review.
October 31, 2019
Bring on the Bad Boys! Eric the the Bad Boy this time and he is determined to get Mia, no matter what he has to do. He comes up with the idea of an auction of the single Centaurs to raise money and of course Cartwright Advertising the company to make it happen! Against her will and her better judgement she takes on the auction. Mia can't get Eric out of her mind, even a year later, and doesn't want to hear his reasons for ghosting her. Eric realizes that he wants Mia in his life, but is he willing to open up? Is she willing to take a chance on her heart again? Love their story so much!!!
November 1, 2019
This is book three in this series and I absolutely love everything about it. This book is about Mia and Eric. I honestly think so far book three is by far my favorite although book one and two are very close in the running for that spot! The chemistry between these two is off the charts hot! From the moment I picked up this book I could not put it down. I would highly recommend not only this book but the whole series. I cannot wait to see what happens in book four. I voluntarily reviewed this book in exchange for an honest review.
September 22, 2025
Eric and Mia will intrigue you in this story. Eric and Mia had one night of intimacy and he up and left leaving Mia with bad feelings especially to her ego. It has been over a year, and she has moved on. She should have paid attention to why she hated athletes in the first place, but she thought Eric was different. Eric was in a bad place in his life at the time he was with Mia and instead of admitting to it, he blew her off. Now he has come to his senses but is it too late to salvage a relationship with Mia? I voluntarily agreed to receive an ARC of this book for an honest review.
November 2, 2019
Khardine Gray is a pretty consistent author and this book is no exception. Eric and Mia had a one and done. She was furious because of all the bad relationships she's had with athletes in the past. He wanted more, but family drama interfered. Now, he's back and want Mia. How they build a relationship, overcome trust issues, and more forward to their HEA makes for a sexy, fun, fast paced read.
I received a copy from Bad Boy Update and this is my honest review.
I received a copy from Bad Boy Update and this is my honest review.
November 9, 2019
I love Khardine Gray and I liked this book; it just wasn't her usual fare. Mia always had to feel like she was in control but finally, she realized she was really just a coward. That was why she had trouble with true love; cowards won't face the risks involved with love. But Eric, 'the Dog,'kept after her, proving himself over and over. In true Gray style, mia woke up for a HEA ending. I volunteered this review from an ARC.
January 11, 2020
Love it!
Eric's family drama was off the charts. I'm glad his mother finally made an unselfish decision. Her son had her covered. He wasn't going to let her suffer alone. As for Mia, she was still reeling over Eric's mistreatment of their last interaction. She's afraid 😨 to give her heart to him. She wanted The control in their relationship but at what cost. The ending was awesome.
Eric's family drama was off the charts. I'm glad his mother finally made an unselfish decision. Her son had her covered. He wasn't going to let her suffer alone. As for Mia, she was still reeling over Eric's mistreatment of their last interaction. She's afraid 😨 to give her heart to him. She wanted The control in their relationship but at what cost. The ending was awesome.
November 7, 2019
I thought this book had a good storyline but I was not a fan of either of the lead characters. There was plenty of tension and emotional turmoil as this couple's story unfolds, their relationship evolves and they work through the baggage that each has. Of my own accord I am posting a candid review.
October 31, 2019
Another great addition to this series. It's nice to see Mia and Eric come to terms with their feelings for each other. Will Vanessa be the next book in the series?? The book is well written and all of the characters are always enjoyable.
November 1, 2019
Mia knows what she wants but does not listen to her heart on what it wants and it is sad. Eric knows what he wants and goes after it hard core, but throws it away when something traumatic happens to him.
January 2, 2020
Great read
I love this book. It’s cute and love how Eric court her. He’s so sweet and I really wanted Mia to actually work hard for Eric at the end but oh well. I can’t wait to read at Vanessa.
I love this book. It’s cute and love how Eric court her. He’s so sweet and I really wanted Mia to actually work hard for Eric at the end but oh well. I can’t wait to read at Vanessa.
November 1, 2019
Couldn't get enough of Eric & Mia's story. Great characters. This was such a wonderful story. I loved it. I received a free copy of the book. And am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
November 1, 2019
It was okay
I have read better books by this author. It was a decent story with good characters and a few interesting conflicts. But it fell a little flat for some reason
I have read better books by this author. It was a decent story with good characters and a few interesting conflicts. But it fell a little flat for some reason
November 2, 2019
Wow. A great read.
Loved this book Eric and Mia were wonderful together. Read this story in one sitting. I am looking forward to the next book. Khardine Gray you rock!!!
Loved this book Eric and Mia were wonderful together. Read this story in one sitting. I am looking forward to the next book. Khardine Gray you rock!!!
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