Hate To Want You

by Lexy Timms, Kate West, Brooke O'Brien

I hate to want you.... but I will have you.

Obsessive rivals. Arrogant bastards. Beautiful bullies with dirty mouths and bodies to die for.

The men are powerful, irresistible, and totally unavailable. The women are gorgeous, witty, and ready to set the world on fire. They've all got nothing--or maybe everything--to prove. Enemies clash and tensions rise in a sizzling battle between love and hate.

Giving in isn't an option. Walking away... impossible. Can adversaries and opposites ever truly come together?

Hate and love run high in these twenty-one salacious stories by new and bestselling authors of enemies-to-lovers and bully romance. Stay up all night flipping the pages of this hot new set.

If you're a fan of LJ Shen, Mickey Miller, or Lauren Landish then you will love this limited-time collection.

Authors included in this set: Lexy Timms, Kate West, Brooke O'Brien, Erin Trejo, Logan Fox, Elle Thorpe, Naomi Springthorp, Brantwijn Serrah & Torie James, Darcy Rose & Faith Everly, Brooke Summers, Shaw Hart, Cameron Hart, MV Ellis, Samantha Lovelock, Sahara Roberts, Alexandra Silva, Tonya Clark, Vanessa Booke, Jacie Lennon, Angela Nicole, Emma Luna, KB Cinder, Maya Riley, and Steph Weston.

Genres: Anthologies, Enemies To Lovers, Romance, Dark Romance, Amazon, Short Stories, Contemporary Romance

2604 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 14, 2021

About the author

Lexy Timms is a mom, business woman, dreamer and writer. She finally decided to write her first romance novel and Saving Forever is her debut story.

Reviews

[➦Paulette & Her Sexy Alphas · Rating 4 out of 5]

ღ Bend: is part of the Hate To Want You: An Enemies To Lovers & Bully Romance Anthology -

There are plenty of amazing authors in this Anthology, but I decided to start off with Erin Trejo’s read (Bend)

I already knew before I even started this particular story, it was going to be a bit dark and gritty, and of course Erin didn’t disappoint me

She was made to bend, not break over the years. And Cash St. Clair will try his best to break her… But he will have learn that she will only bend for him
There is something about her that has him breaking all his rules for her
I am looking forward to reading each and every one of these stories, and I must say An anthology filled with my favorite authors you can’t go wrong there ….. So Happy Reading

I could most definitely see a series being made from the other 2 male characters in this tale

[vxhexn reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

GRAB IT NOW!! This one is only available for ONE WEEK (September 14 - 20, 2021)

(Updated: 9.13.2021) Reviews are in the order read, not the way they are published.

♥️ HATEFUL UNION (Made series book 5) by Brooke Summers
RATING: 5⭐️

Don't be afraid to read this one, it is a STANDALONE with a complete HEA. The author added a NOTE before her cliffhanger epilogue, which I FLOVE!!
"𝘐𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴, 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦'𝘴 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘱𝘪𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘶𝘦...𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘐 𝘴𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘱 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘥𝘰𝘯'𝘵 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘥𝘰𝘯'𝘵 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘦."

♥️ BLURB: Hating someone while lusting after them only adds fuel to the fire.
Raylee Silver’s life has been anything but normal. She’s the daughter of a notorious gang leader. She never realised just how notorious he was. Raylee’s world is thrust into chaos as she comes to terms with losing someone close to her as well as dealing with the revelations about her family.
Malcolm Gallagher is out for revenge, he’s seen the evil that the Silver gang have wrought. He has the perfect person to use to get what he wants. Raylee. Except he was never meant to fall for her. When things come to a head, Malcolm’s going all-in to protect the woman that he loves. But what happens when her family finds out? Can Malcolm save her before or will the Silver gang take yet another life?

♥️ REVIEW: Malcolm Gallagher and Raylee Silver set the bar for forbidden attraction. Malcolm is in charge of the Irish Mafia in Spain. Raylee is the daughter of Harry Silver, the last remaining competition in the country. The calamitous events of Hateful Union are spearheaded by a litany of misinformation from supposed trusted informants. Malcolm is set in destroying the Silver Family for they are involved in trafficking, prostitution, and other nefariously unacceptable means of income. That’s when the plan to destroy the one weakness the Silver’s possess arises, shattering Raylee is the only imperative.

I loved how the old adage “screwing it out of your system” beautifully backfired for this couple. Instead of being repulsed by each other and calling it quits, we're treated to a possessive H and the woman who craves his specific brand of dominance. There were friendships deeper than blood, loss and mourning, and unexpected happiness. A corrupt country came to its heals at the hands of the Gallagher Clann and they learn that ethical criminalizing is the future. There is so much more than a love affair between these pages.

And if your curious about the family member you head to book 1 - Bloody Union
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✨✨Stories not read yet:✨✨
🖤 HATE YOU: a Dark Stepbrother Romance by Logan Fox is a complete story that closes with “the end” but has a Bonus Epilogue you won’t want to miss

🖤 BLURB: When she screams in pain, with pleasure, I want the name on her lips to be mine.

My stepsister is beautiful, reckless, frustrating AF.
And completely off limits.
But I always get what I want, and I want her.
There's just one problem.
She hates me.
All I have to do is convince her I'm her knight in shining armor.
Lucky for me, Harper Sloane is always getting herself into shit.
When she screws up again, I'm there to save her.
Now that I have dirt on her, she has no choice but to let me do exactly what I want to her.
But Harper doesn't bend to my will.
She's a fighter.
The harder we fight, the more I want to win.
Especially now that I know the prize is her heart.

🖤 Info: This is a Cinderhart Story. Harper Sloane is the 18-yo stepsister of the 18-yo Jude Dearth. Both attend Cinderhart High where Jude is the star quarterback. Jude's 10-yo little sister Rosie was diagnosed with an intellectual disability and hypertonia as a toddler.
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♥️ TWICE THE HATE: Stepbrother Ménage by Darcy Rose & Faith Everly

♥️ BLURB: They say hate is stronger than love. I’d agree. Odis and Denver have always done whatever they could to make my life hell, and I never could let it go. Now they’re going to be my stepbrothers, but that doesn’t mean anything to me. Nothing could stop me from hating them, or so I think…
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🖤 YOU ARE MINE (The Elites of Knightsbridge Academy series Bk 1) by Emma Luna ends on a cliffhanger

🖤 BLURB: Only after I felt like I lost everything meaningful in my life, did I finally learn to live.
My life is changed forever when I’m forced to live with my absent father and enrol in the posh Knightsbridge Academy, that’s run by his new wife. I’m ready to hate it and just do what I need to do to get by. Most importantly, I need to stay away from my new stepbrother, Connor. What I feel for him is anything but brotherly.
I never expected to make friends, to go to a party, or to learn how to laugh again! So, when horror strikes and allegiances are tested, I am forced to trust not only Connor, but also his two best friends, known as the Knightsbridge Elites. They’re the real leaders of the Academy.
Connor, possessive and broody, but his dirty mouth and protectiveness is addictive. Tyler, the kindest guy I have ever met, with eyes that see into my soul. Mitch, the playful joker who puts on an act for the world, and is starting to let me see through the cracks. Together the Elites are well know for being trouble and dangerous. I know they have shared girls in the past. So, when I am confused about my feelings, they make me an offer I don’t know if I should refuse.
If Connor can put aside his possessive behaviour, will I let the Elites share me?

⚠️ This is a dark, bully, step-brother romance set in the UK with British English spellings and phrases. If you would like more details on the potential triggers you may email: emmalunaauthor@gmail.com
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♥️ BEND by Erin Trejo is a complete story and closes with “The End”

♥️ BLURB: I was made to bend, not break. Bend. That’s as much as I would do for them. I wouldn’t break like they thought. He stole everything from my mother and me. We worked hard to get to the place we are now just to exact our revenge. What we didn’t plan for was his son. The boy that would bend me to his will, or so he thought. He wasn’t a part of the plan, but he would become my most useful weapon.
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✨✨Remained of the stories in this collection that I may or may not read in the future:✨✨
🖤 DEAD OF NIGHT by Lexy Timms
♥️ HEAVEN TO HELL by Kate West
🖤 WILD IRISH by Brooke O'Brien
♥️ EVIL ENEMY (Saint View Strip bk 1) by Elle Thorpe
🖤 ONE MORE STRIKE: An All About the Diamond Romance by Naomi Springthorp
♥️ BLOOD BORN by Brantwijn Serrah & Torie James
🖤 LOCK & KEY by Shaw Hart & Cameron Hart
♥️ DENIAL AT ST. JOSEPH'S ACADEMY by M.V. Ellis
🖤 HELLION by Samantha Lovelock
♥️ VINDICTIVE HEIR by Sahara Roberts
🖤 DECEIVER by Alexandra Silva
♥️ SHAME ON ME by Tonya Clark
🖤 RELUCTANT HEIR by Jacie Lennon
♥️ ENTICING ELIZABETH by Angela Nicole
🖤 UNHAPPY CAMPER by K.B. Cinder
♥️ SWEETHEART: Rise of the Dragons by Maya Riley
🖤 UNDONE by Steph Weston



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[Darlene I read WAY to many books · Rating 4 out of 5]

So I just bought this for Cameron and Shaw and maybe Darcy so those are the only 2 authors I'll be reviewing for this anthology.

Cameron Hart and Shaw Hart-lock and key

Oh baby baby!! A kidnapping gone wrong Locke is a enforcer and he has one last job bring back the mistress of his boss.. and when be gets ahold of her he is sprung and feeling some guilt that she's a mistress and a liar. Turns out he's wrong but he believes he's right so they stay in her apartment waiting for the call. And the sexual tension is high ans Locke doubting himself few times on if Keyera is telling the truth until he finally gives in.  And it's sexy times and spice!!! It has little less drama when they get the call but it also has Keyera afraid and running when she overhears the call.

We also get some shout outs from 2 series from both authors ;)

No ow/om drama, no cheating, drama, sexy times, virgin gal manwhore

Recommend-yes
Rating-⭐⭐⭐⭐
Heat level-🌶🌶🌶.5

Slowinsta
Tiny Push away from both sides
No condom
Safe
Hea

Darcy rose- Twice the hate

Gemma is dreading going back to her hometown visit her mom and hear her news she hates it there because she was bullied for her stutter. And her suprise when she meets her moms boyfriend his sons Odis and Denver were the ones who bullied her. She's keeping her guard up but the guys don't wanna bully her they want her they always wanted her from the start they were just dumb to see.  They try to get Gemma to forgive them and things get dowb and dirty and drama from past. They make sure there girl isn't bullied and figure out why she's acting wired now.

Ow drama, no cheating,tiny drama, sexy times, no virgins

Recommend-yes
Rating-⭐⭐⭐⭐
Heat level-🌶🌶🌶

Slowinsta
Push away from h
Disability (stutter)
Voyagerism
Mfm
Sharing
No condom
Bullying (past and a girl)
Hea
Epilogue

[Malene · Rating 4 out of 5]

Review for Deceiver by Alexandra Silva

Talk about a sensual and fabulous boss and employee romance. Damon started off as a jerk but it didn’t take much for him to win me and Ava over. Chemistry that sizzles and great hate to love banter. If you crave a dirty, hot and entertaining story then Deceiver is it!

[Kate V · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is going to kind of be a rolling review for when I read stories. So what I have it rated isn't necessarily how I would rate each story. I will do that here in the review!

Darcy Rose - 3.5 stars - Twice the hate

Gemma was bullied when she was younger because she had a stutter and she ends up leaving. When she returns to the town to visit her mom, she realizes that her mom's new boyfriend is none other than the father of the two men that were harsh to her in school. Odis and Denver have always wanted Gemma and when they see her again they want her even more. But the hurts of the past are getting in their way. Will Odis and Denver be able to convince Gemma that she can trust them? That they are different? What will she think about an unconventional relationship with the two of them? Can Gemma move on from the pain of the past?

This was a hot read with some definite drama and a strong push-pull between the characters. I would say this was a slower burn because of Gemma. I liked her but she pushed back A LOT even when the guys kept proving themselves which annoyed me. I really liked the guys. They were possessive and dominant. Overall, a pretty decent MFM and steamy enemies-to-lovers story.


Logan Fox - 3 stars - Hate You

This was Harper and Jude's story and it was good until it wasn't. Harper's mom marries Jude's dad and there is an immediate dislike between the two of them. Their back and forth 'hatred' goes on and on until they both go too far. Honestly, I didn't like the characterization of Harper with her being an alcoholic and I thought she went way too far with her pranks on Jude. I also wanted some closure on what happened to her...I needed justice. Maybe a future story will handle that?

Jude was a delicious alpha male but I had a hard time understanding where his anger truly stemmed from. I know this was an enemies-to-lovers bully romance but given that it was so short...I don't think there was enough time to develop the story. The culmination of their antics where it sent them away seemed WAY out of the blue and I was just confused on why it took that direction. I don't think it added to their story and quite frankly their HEA didn't feel 100% right to me or maybe it didn't feel complete.

I love Fox's dark stories but this one took a turn that I didn't enjoy the entire time. Also, I really hated their parents. They were straight up terrible people and it's obvious Harper and Jude are a product of them even though they're trying to be better. Overall, not bad but not great. I will definitely keep reading her books though!

[Christine Stephens · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fine line of Hate

I wanted this anthology for Hateful Union by Brooke Union is Malcolm and Raylee's story from The Made Series. Though they hate each other, there is no denying the chemistry between the two. Though Malcolm wants to use Raylee to destroy her father, he ends up protecting her. This is another wonderful story in the series.

Then I got to read some new authors to me and you definitely cannot go wrong with this anthology. There is a fine line with the hate in each book and I enjoyed every story in here.

[Anna Theurer (Anna's Bookshelf) · Rating 5 out of 5]

This review is for Your Are Mine by Emma Luna

Welcome to Knightsbridge Academy, a school for upper crust society and home to the infamous Elites who rule the school. You Are Mine is a highly entertaining, enemies-to-lovers stepbrother romance that is sure to pull you into its thrall as this author has woven together an enticing bully romance with likable characters and an interesting storyline.

Connor is the arrogant, rich, and popular ruler of the Elites at Knightsbridge Academy. He often presents himself as a jerk and has that anti-hero feel about him with his more possessive and obsessive nature which I have come to expect and love with these types of romances. Yet, Connor also has a softer, more protective side that isn’t seen by many. For all of his cruelty in words and occasionally actions, I loved his character!

As for Lexi, she is uprooted from everything and unwillingly finds herself at Knightsbridge Academy with with her stepbrother, Connor. Lexi has her positive strengths and flaws which make her a relatable character. I love how she doesn’t always put up with Connor’s nonsense!

Connor and Lexi do not have an easy relationship. In fact, there is a lot of push-pull. For all of the animosity towards each other, their chemistry is off the charts with some rather steamy scenes interspersed throughout the story. In addition to the bullying aspect, there are also other obstacles that stand in their way. The author is rather creative in that she has alluded to the potential for a RH or ménage in her next novel. I am most curious to see just where she is going to go with their relationship.

The plot of this story is well executed and the characters are very well developed - especially Connor. Even the secondary characters are interesting and are great additions to the story. You Are Mine does in a cliffhanger and I cannot wait to see where the author takes story!

[Ꭿຖᥲ·♡ ྀི · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lock & Key by Cameron Hart and Shaw Hart - 3✯

The hero -who works as a mafia enforcer- is sent to kidnap his boss' mistress but his contact gives him the wrong info so he ends up kidnapping the heroine. He doesn't believe her at first when she tells him that he has the wrong girl, they spend a few days in her apartment waiting for his boss' call, during that time they get to know each other better (he was actually a very attentive and sweet kidnapper) and end up having sex, after taking her virginity he confirms what he already suspected, that she wasn't the mistress. The next day the heroine runs away from the hero after overhearing a phone call between him and his boss which she misunderstands, he finds her the same day, they clear things up and confess their love for each other.

°Virgin heroine
°Non manwhore hero -he's been celibate for years
°Switching POVs
°Free of OW/OM drama
°He's 30, she's 24
°No cheating
°No intimate scenes with OP
°Epilogue: 1 year and 5 years later -married with 2 kids

[Stephanie Bird · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brooke asked my to write a review on her contribution to this boxset, Hateful Union.
Be prepared for tears! Good lord the emotions flow with this book. Malcolm is from a big Irish Mafia family (so if you love this book check out the rest of the series) and raylee is from a rival gang family. Enemies to Lovers, which I personally love, and hate sex galore! They way these men love their woman is something to aspire to. Happy endings always and you will get drawn into the world of the Gallagher's and not want to come back out.

[Theresa Doherty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hateful Union. Omg can this family get anymore loving, crazy, and above all else loyal. To get the whole deal I recommend all the books well worth it. I voluntarily reviewed this book.

[Wendy'sThoughts]

October27, 2020
Why Is It...
Just The People...
Who Should Run The Other Way...
Seem To Be Locked Together...
Like Those Magnet Kissing Dolls...

They Are Either Being Obsessive Rivals...
On The Opposite Sides...

Or Dealing With Arrogant AssHats...
Wanting Nothing More Than To Rule Your World...

Or What Does One Do...
Fight The Desires Caused By...
Dirty Mouths and Hard Chiseled Bodies...

Hell No!

Enjoy All Of These Ideas...
Twenty-One Talented Authors...
Are Bringing Their Best...
Enemies-To-Lovers And Bully Romances...

You May Lose Sleep and These Are The Authors To Blame:

Lexy Timms, Kate West, Brooke O’Brien...
Erin Trejo, Veronica Eden, Elle Thorpe...
Naomi Springthorp, Brantwijn Serrah, and Torie James...
Shaw Hart, Cameron Hart, Holly Renee...
S. Massery, Regina Bartley, MV Ellis...
Becca Steele, Sahara Roberts, Tonya Clark...
S. Rena & BL Mute, Jacie Lennon, and R. Holmes...
Angela Nicole, KB Cinder, Maya Riley, and Steph Weston...

Hate To Want You: An Enemies To Lovers & Bully Romance Anthology-September 14, 2021


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[JenMcJ · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like bully romances and am looking forward to some of these and finding new authors. So far, I'm impressed that these are full stories. No cliffhangers to lead us to books that have been published or are coming soon... or worse, have no future publication information (I hate that).

I'll review as I go:

3 Stars. Dead of Night by Lexy Timms I'm giving this one three stars even though I didn't find it particularly suited to the premise of "Obsessive rivals. Arrogant bastards. Beautiful bullies with dirty mouths and bodies to die for." This would have been better as a stand alone released near Halloween. Gabriel came off more as an insecure braggart than an Alpha of any kind. Jane was pretty boring. This was a murder mystery set in a creepy castle. After the first few hours, both Gabriel and Jane are working together to stay a safe, find the killer and solve the mystery. Any prior rivalry is set aside. The ending was very Pollyanna. I hope there are stronger stories buried in this anthology.

Unrated, DNR. Dead of Night by Kate West The blurb for this one didn't intrigue me so I skipped it for now. I'm not a fan of second chance stories.

4 Stars. Wild Irish by Brooke O'Brien This short story was well paced even if the "bully" part and the nonreason for it was weak. The story was laid out well, surprisingly avoided expected cliché scenes and plot devices and was suited to short form story telling that managed to cram a plausible love story into such a short story.

4 Stars. Bend by Erin Trejo I forgot this was a short story. The pacing was well done which is hard to do in short form. I liked both Cash and Silver and the friends she makes along the way. I felt the feels between all of the characters, both main and supporting. As short stories go, this swung for the bleachers and mostly hit it but there were a few wobbles. Small spoilers: (Lambo sex during a 120+mph illegal street race and the mass shooting that is basically ignored once it happens were too much for me to suspend disbelief, lol)

Warning This is not a "safe" romance. Silver has sex with someone other than Cash and Cash is not strictly celibate either even though they have met each other. Silver and her mother are essentially conwomen who steal from and blackmail wealthy men. Sadly, Silver was doing so with the help and encouragement of her mother long before she turned 18.

3 Stars. Hate You by Logan Fox This is another example of a lot of story told in short form. In this case, it felt a little chaotic and stressful as a reader. I don't think I've read a bully romance that was this, for lack of a better word, brutal. This is not just one-sided brutal though; they both maliciously bring each other down - hard. Splat. The h, Harper is a barely functional alcoholic at 18 (this is not hyperbole, her character is literally an alcoholic, it's part of the story) and the H, Jude is a disinterested, control freak, teenager with anger issues. Both MC's come by their issues honestly as their custodial parents are terrible. The first few paragraphs is a blended family scene that has Harpers mom making no effort to deal with a special needs child appropriately and with no interference from the child's father. That set a tone for a number of toxic relationships that crumble both the MC's. The brutal part of this is how Jude and Harper deliberately ruin each other's promising futures for no reason. It says something about the author that I could partly buy into the eventual relationship but this story didn't get me all the way there. Additionally, Harper's alcoholism is cured by a short time at a behavioral camp (with a timeline that I couldn't grasp and no mention of recovery issues) and then seems to no longer be a problem once out in the real world because she's getting good dick now. The epilogue and "sign up for my newsletter" additional chapters didn't give me HEA feelings since these kids are still hiding their relationship and going to school in the worst place they could have picked for their mental health.

Heads Up This isn't actually a spoiler but it is part of the overarching feeling of the story so read at your discretion. I actually had a lot of anxiety during this story because the special needs sister is pretty neglected. There is a weird early scene around a near drowning because the child loves the water that led me to believe something truly tragic was going to happen to her but it didn't. She's probably the only one that got out figuratively, alive.

3 Stars. Evil Enemy by Elle Thorpe Another fully told story. This is the first that specifically markets to a book for more of the story for other characters which I think is a publicity win.

That said, there were a lot of places that I had to take a step back from Boston. He seemed completely naïve at times and while I understand his grief, how he handled Mae was hard to get past. This story had a really hot dp scene (just the two MC's involved and massive toy) but I still felt like the sex scenes were way too long.

1 Star. DNF @ chapter 3 One More Strike by Naomi Springthorpe Frankly Layla is a bitchy, online troll. I couldn't get past the first few chapters of her strident, mean spirited in person and online criticism. The guys in the diner that listened to her bitch about her fantasy team had to be saints to keep going back for more of that conversation. I had to let this one go.

DNR/Skipped, Blood Born by Brantwijn Serrah & Torrie James The blurb for this one didn't entice me. I got vampire/paranatural vibes that I wasn't in the mood for.

2 Stars. mostly skimmed, Twice The Hate by Darcy Rose & Faith Everly The blurb for this one alluded to stepbrother taboo and ménage vibes. I was never really able to sink into this one after the first few chapters. I think this could have been a great full length novel but in this short story, too much trauma was overcome and too much taboo was accepted much too quickly to believe. Plus, the boys were really self centered and although they could put her first when it comes to action, they had no patience to help her get where she needed to be mentally and brushed her and her feelings off every time. Finally, the authors should have taken advantage of the taboo ménage and had better sex scenes.

3 Stars. Hateful Union by Brooke Summers While some of the earlier stories managed to pack a lot into a short story and maintain some cohesion, this one was not as capable. There was a lot of plot and a lot of chaos and confusion over actions and motives but none of it really made a lot of sense.


I'll update as I read.

[Jennifer English · Rating 4 out of 5]

**This review is for SweetHeart by Maya Riley**

Generally speaking, I have loved everything that I have read that Maya has written. This one was a little hard for me to get through. It all seemed so dark, so dreary, so like there's no way there will be a HEA. In this story we meet Crace and Amelia, two loners living on the outer edges of society. Both are living on the streets, both having chose to do so for their own reasons. She's new to town, he's established himself, at least in his world and chooses to save her on her first day in town, against his own better judgement. This sets up a reoccurring theme where they get themselves into trouble and then help the other out, when normally they would not get involved. Eventually, they admit that they have feelings for each other and then decide to go into a "criminal business" with a likeminded person who is putting it all together. Between the 3 of them plus 4 others they form the Dragons and Crace and Amelia eventually are no longer living on the streets, no longer stealing to eat and setting up what seems to be a criminal empire.

As far as the romance portion of the book, there were a few scenes peppered throughout the story that pave the way for their relationship but the steamy stuff doesn't start happening until much later so to me its a bit of a slow burn in that aspect. As far as action, there's plenty of that and for the type of story we're given, they do have their own kind of HEA.

[Mari (Mystics & Metaphysics Book Blog) · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one amazing collection. I have only gotten read some of these but if these are any indication, the rest is just as amazing. I will be reading through the rest now.

Evil Enemy by Elle Thorpe
Just the dic pic scene had me panting and laughing and I couldn't get enough. This gives us more of the Saint View world and if you haven't read those yet, this will definitely wet your appetite for them. Boston and Eve are fire!

Bend by Erin Trejo
If you have read her before, you know she knows how to do an angsty story and this was no different. However, it is different from her MC books which I loved. I was sucked in and can see her doing more for these characters in a series. Can I get more of them??

[Sophie Ruthven]

Deceiver- Alexandra Silva
A full sized forbidden romance complete with kissing in the rain. Although I normally prefer suspense from Alexandra I'm not surprised I loved this change of genre, I think I would love anything by her.

[Tammy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hateful union
Holy what an intense read this was. Such an amazing storyline, it definitely kept me turning the pages. Raylee and Malcolm, these two probably should be one of the last two ppl to be together. But just like the rest of his family, they all go against what should be. These two are explosive once they give in to each other. Everything Rylee has gone thru in the past and in the present, shows how strong of a woman she is, not all women would do what she has done. She is definitely a fiesty one, and that is exactly what Malcolm needs. Loved this read and this series!

[Teresa Lara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this
Twice the temptation by darcy rose
Alexa Cody and Brent grabbed my heart
Loved Bend by Erin trejo
Silver and Cash

[Jessica Feeney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brooke Summers has done it again another 5 star read with Hateful Union that you don't want to miss.

Malcome and Raylee’s story was absolutely amazing. Enemies to lovers that bring out all the emotions in you. This book will keep you on the edge of your seat. Secrets are revealed that you didn't see coming. I can't wait for the next book in the Made Series.

[S.A. Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This a review ONLY for Hellion (Samantha Lovelock)

Only Samantha Lovelock, could pluck the mean girl out of her series, write her a story, and have it be so captivating I’m not only rooting for her, I absolutely love her character!!!!

I can honestly say in the Folkestone series, I hated Hali’s characters. She was cruel, vindictive, and just downright nasty. I’m 12 short chapters, we learned so much more about Hali, and her character growth was phenomenal.

Ty, oh sweet cocky Ty. He’s so perfect for Hali. They’re so adorable together, and the smexy scenes were straight 🔥. I can’t wait for them to get a whole book.

We can’t just gloss over Vann, that girls is something 😍. She may have started at the treatment center a timid weak thing, but she not only pulled herself up; she helped Hali become a better person. Loved the growth of all of the characters.

Per usual I got so invested in the characters, that the ending left me in tears. First sad tears, than hopeful ones. Great start for Hali and Ty’s story.

[Amy [Book Addict Reviews] · Rating 5 out of 5]

This review is for two books featured in the anthology: Evil Enemy by Elle Thorpe and Wild Irish by Brooke O’Brien.

Evil Enemy:

If you’ve read the first book in the Saint View Prison series, Locked Up Liars, then you have already been introduced to Boston, who is a cop, and Eve, who is the owner of Saint View Strip Club.

I have been waiting for their story and it does not disappoint. There is so much tension, chemistry, and suspense in this story. I DEVOURED every single page of it. Boston and Eve are two people who you’d never expect to have the sort of connection they do, but despite coming from different backgrounds they work so well together. I seriously couldn’t get enough of them.

I loved also getting some of the events from Locked Up Liars from Boston’s POV and I feel like it really added to that story line and mystery. Evil Enemy also had its own mystery and suspense that I absolutely loved and kept me on the edge of my seat. I can’t wait for the Saint View Strip Club crew, because I really need to know that is going to happen next!!

Wild Irish:

Austen and Ryder met as teens. They weren’t close and went their separate ways. Now, four years later, the end up at the same school. Austen’s new roommate just so happens to be dating Ryder’s friend…so there is no avoiding each other.

There is so much hate between the two of them, but there is also so much chemistry between them. Austen and Ryder are drawn to each other. Ryder is pretty protective when it comes to Austen, but to the hate outside world he pretends to hate her.

I absolutely loved Ryder and Austen. They knew how to push each other’s buttons. I loved their shared connection. They have life experiences that they share and adds another level to their relationship. I loved the sweet moments between them. Ryder is protective and will really do anything for Austen.

If you’re looking for a collection of enemies to lovers, bully romances this is one to check out!

[Sue Harbers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hateful Union by Brooke Summers

You really can’t help but to root for Malcolm and Raylee, they are just electric together! They’re definitely on opposite sides of the equation as this story begins and it’s amazing to watch everything unfold and the truth come to light. Raylee is such a wonderful FMC. She’s kickass but sweet as hell and also desperately wants to do the right thing. The revelations she has in this book are really life changing. At first glance she seemed to have it all, the family, protection and love. Not everything is what it seems to be. I really do love what Mal stands for and where his hard line is. You wouldn’t necessarily think he’s the one who is just in this book but he is. The chemistry between him and Raylee was instantaneous and they had one hell of a ride to get to their happily ever after.

Denial at St. Joseph’s by M.V. Ellis

This novella is everything St. Joseph’s related that you didn’t know you even needed! Denial focuses on Tyce and Thunder and circles you back around to their origins, so to speak. The two of them are absolutely on fire. The connection between them can’t be denied (as much as the title indicates they do try). This is an awesome backstory that only adds to the epic-ness that is MV Ellis’ St. Joseph’s series. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the ride!

[Marni Ortiz · Rating 5 out of 5]

This review is for wild Irish by Brooke O ‘ Brien
Where to start , Brooke Is not only such a phenomenal writer but one of my very very favorite authors as well . Every time you pick up a book by her you will be guaranteed a story that you absolutely will not be able to stop reading . Wild Irish was and is one of the best bully romances I have read in such a long time . From the moment I met Ryder and Austen they had my heart , I was a total goner . They first meet in a orphanage when they are kids both dealing with so much hurt and tragedy in their lives . We then fast forward four years into the future . The last thing either one expects is to come face to face once again . I don’t want to give to many details as this really is Suzhou a beautiful and emotional story that you need to experience for yourself . I will say that I literally devoured this story in a day , I honestly could not put it down , every ounce of sleep I lost was totally worth it . I loved Ryder so much , there is so much more to him then meets the eye . He seems like a complete A-Hole but as you see his layers get peeled back and it is revealed why he is so hesitant to open up to Austen you cannot help but fall for him . There was so much chemistry between these two from the very start , Austen although she first appears to be very quite and introverted Is such a strong heroine , she definitely does not put up with any of Ryders crap . There are so many twists and turns you will not see coming and I’m not gonna lie , you might even find yourself balling your eyes out . So tissues are a must . Brooke has done it again just as she always does !!! She had given us such a steamy , emotional, intriguing and phenomenal story to cherish and devour

[Doris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bend by Erin Trejo
I have to say that I was hooked from the very beginning of this book. It was twisted, hawt and oh, so good. Talk about deceptions and chemistry…I’m not sure which one won out in this book. All I know is this had me mesmerized.

Ms. Trejo is more than a one trick pony. (Yes, this is an old saying) If you thought she had to stay in her lane of bringing some of the best MC romances you’ll love to know that this book proved she can do it all!!

[Janice Gauze · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read Bend by Erin Trejo. This was a good book but sort of different for Erin. The book itself was very good! I loved the characters but it honestly wasn’t one of my Erin favorites! I could see a series being made from these characters!

[Lynn Stifle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bend by Erin Trejo

Bend was a fantastic bully romance. The chemistry between Silver and Cash is sizzling hot. This book has great characters, a wonderful storyline, and filled with angst, drama, and plenty of steam. Loved everything about it and highly recommend.

[Chanika Taylor · Rating 4 out of 5]

I didn’t know what to expect with this one but loved it. I I hope there is a series with the rest of them including Beck.

[Rachel Joi Maples · Rating 5 out of 5]

loved this anthology so much!! ... was truly excited about "Hateful Union" by Brooke Summers! ... absolutely epic!!

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[Daisy Sauceda · Rating 5 out of 5]

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THIS REVIEW IS FOR HATEFUL UNION BY BROOKE SUMMERS

I can not tell y'all how much I love Brooke Summers. She never fails to deliver quality books. Yes people it is PART OF THE Made series and it is vital to the series. Maybe your health too. Just saying. Anyways we have Malcom and Raylee who are enemies. However, when he meets Raylee something stirs inside him. He can't quite place the feeling but he decides he will try and use her to bring her family down. Except things never go as plan. Now Raylee is not like the other female characters. She is not tough but she is smart. In a way she is like Holly but has never done anything for the family. But Raylee she is not going to put up with Malcom crap and she throws it right back at him. The chemistry with these two is explosive and freaking hot as sin. We got some intense situations and oh I love it. I don't know what it is about fighting but it just makes the book so much better. We still have a great story line for the series and I hope we still get a few more books for this series.

***Denial at St Josephs by MV ELLIS***

Well when I started reading this series I did not expect to come across these two in a novella. Tyce and Thunder. So these two have some issues. What they are I do not even know. It ranges from a multitude of things. However, I did not expect them to have such a reaction to each other. One night Thunder changes the game. He made a move that shocked me but at the same time was hotter than Hades. The push and pull with these two is crazy. Tyce is not sure of what to make of his feelings and Thunder is just trying to show him that there could be more. Its like a battle with these two and slowly you see they come around. This is all before Blake is even in the picture. How will all this end? Could there be more for them or will it all end? Even though they may be interested in Blake, they cannot discount what they feel for one another. Hopefully we find out soon.

I will update my reviews once I have read other books in this antho.

[Angela's Book Addiction · Rating 5 out of 5]

This review and rating is for Evil Enemy by Elle Thorpe, which is included in the Hate to Want You anthology. Evil Enemy (Saint View Strip #1) is an enemies-to-lovers romantic suspense told in first person dual POV. It follows the relationship between a cop, Boston, and a strip club owner/stripper, Eve.

I’ve enjoyed all the books in the Saint View world, and was excited about reading a new series that takes place in that setting. I was not disappointed. I loved Boston and Eve’s story! When I first met Boston in Locked Up Liars (Saint View Prison #1), I didn’t have the highest opinion of him. I thought he was shady at best and likely corrupt, so it was great to read a story that put me into his head where I could see things from his perspective. Although Boston’s not innocent, I was pleased to learn that things weren’t quite as they seemed. I already liked Eve before I started this story, but the more I got to know her, I loved her even more. Evil Enemy is full of slow-burn heat, intrigue, mystery, twists and turns. It kept me on the edge of my seat as I read it in one sitting. I can’t wait to read Fawn’s story in the next Saint View Strip book.

*** I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC. ***