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Main Desire #2
Bang Out
Kennedy needs one night.
They say the best way to get over someone is to get under someone else. And I know just who. Spencer Armstrong has a reputation on campus―for bar brawls, a bad attitude, and boundless booty calls. I can’t stand him. Which means he’s perfect to get me past this post-break-up dating slump.
One night is all I need. One intense, passionate night…that doesn’t go according to plan. Spencer’s advice? I won’t be over my ex unless I “bang out” all thoughts of him (his words, not mine)―with Spencer. Repeatedly. As often as possible. Until he’s the one I can’t stop thinking about.
Spencer doesn’t do repeats.
Kennedy Walsh is an uptight goody-two-shoes who avoids trouble like the plague―so I should’ve known something was up when she approached me. I should say hell no to her stupid plan, but the idea of melting this ice princess is too tempting to turn down. It’s enough to make me forget my no-girl-twice policy.
But now I can’t stop at one night. While Kennedy needs to “bang out” her ex from her system (she said it first, not me), I need to kick her out of mine. Because the more time we spend together―in and out of bed―the more I rethink my policy. That maybe one girl, all the time, is really all I need.
They say the best way to get over someone is to get under someone else. And I know just who. Spencer Armstrong has a reputation on campus―for bar brawls, a bad attitude, and boundless booty calls. I can’t stand him. Which means he’s perfect to get me past this post-break-up dating slump.
One night is all I need. One intense, passionate night…that doesn’t go according to plan. Spencer’s advice? I won’t be over my ex unless I “bang out” all thoughts of him (his words, not mine)―with Spencer. Repeatedly. As often as possible. Until he’s the one I can’t stop thinking about.
Spencer doesn’t do repeats.
Kennedy Walsh is an uptight goody-two-shoes who avoids trouble like the plague―so I should’ve known something was up when she approached me. I should say hell no to her stupid plan, but the idea of melting this ice princess is too tempting to turn down. It’s enough to make me forget my no-girl-twice policy.
But now I can’t stop at one night. While Kennedy needs to “bang out” her ex from her system (she said it first, not me), I need to kick her out of mine. Because the more time we spend together―in and out of bed―the more I rethink my policy. That maybe one girl, all the time, is really all I need.
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Published October 23, 2020
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March 26, 2022
3 Stars
Overall Opinion: I liked both characters and I had some laugh out loud moments. I just felt like this was not as good as I had hoped. I might’ve let my expectations get to me here, because I enjoyed the idea of these two in the previous book. While I think it benefited me to have read the first book, I don’t think it is required to follow along in this one. I just wanted…more. I think the conflict and what happens after the conflict is where I got hung up and disappointed. I didn’t hate it or anything, but I didn’t like it as much as I had hoped either.
Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Kennedy and Spencer’s story. They know each other from mutual friends and majorly bump heads. So when Kennedy decides that Spencer can use his manwhore skills to help her get over her high school sweetheart that just dumped her, he is surprised but also game to help her out. The more time they spend together, the more they see through their tough exteriors, and they start to develop feelings. There is some ex and friend drama, some funny moments, and some hot sexy times…and they get a HFN ending.
Point Of View (POV): This alternated between Kennedy and Spencer’s POV.
Overall Pace of Story: Good. I never skimmed and I thought it flowed well.
Instalove: No, more like hate-to-f-buddies-to-more.
H (Hero) rating: 4 stars. Spencer. I liked him. I appreciated how he was sweet inside his tough exterior.
h (heroine) rating: 4 stars. Kennedy. I liked her. I appreciated her smarts, her loyalty, and how caring she was.
Sadness level: Low, no tissues needed
Push/Pull: Yes
Heat level: Hot. They have some hot tension, chemistry, and scenes -- but not so much it takes away from the story.
Descriptive sex: Yes
OW (Other Woman)/OM (Other Man) drama: Yes
Sex scene with OW or OM: Not descriptive
Cheating: Not between mcs
Separation: Yes
Possible Triggers: Yes
Closure: This ends in a good place but with what I would call a HFN ending
Safety: This one should be either Safe or Safe with exception for most safety gang readers depending on personal preferences
Overall Opinion: I liked both characters and I had some laugh out loud moments. I just felt like this was not as good as I had hoped. I might’ve let my expectations get to me here, because I enjoyed the idea of these two in the previous book. While I think it benefited me to have read the first book, I don’t think it is required to follow along in this one. I just wanted…more. I think the conflict and what happens after the conflict is where I got hung up and disappointed. I didn’t hate it or anything, but I didn’t like it as much as I had hoped either.
Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Kennedy and Spencer’s story. They know each other from mutual friends and majorly bump heads. So when Kennedy decides that Spencer can use his manwhore skills to help her get over her high school sweetheart that just dumped her, he is surprised but also game to help her out. The more time they spend together, the more they see through their tough exteriors, and they start to develop feelings. There is some ex and friend drama, some funny moments, and some hot sexy times…and they get a HFN ending.
Point Of View (POV): This alternated between Kennedy and Spencer’s POV.
Overall Pace of Story: Good. I never skimmed and I thought it flowed well.
Instalove: No, more like hate-to-f-buddies-to-more.
H (Hero) rating: 4 stars. Spencer. I liked him. I appreciated how he was sweet inside his tough exterior.
h (heroine) rating: 4 stars. Kennedy. I liked her. I appreciated her smarts, her loyalty, and how caring she was.
Sadness level: Low, no tissues needed
Push/Pull: Yes
Heat level: Hot. They have some hot tension, chemistry, and scenes -- but not so much it takes away from the story.
Descriptive sex: Yes
OW (Other Woman)/OM (Other Man) drama: Yes
Sex scene with OW or OM: Not descriptive
Cheating: Not between mcs
Separation: Yes
Possible Triggers: Yes
Closure: This ends in a good place but with what I would call a HFN ending
Safety: This one should be either Safe or Safe with exception for most safety gang readers depending on personal preferences
March 25, 2021
Let me start by saying I adored both Kennedy and Spencer, and I really liked them as a couple. But the story was kind of slow sometimes, specially in the beginning. Their relationship is a secret for most of the book (I hope that's not a spoiler) basically for no reason.
Also, I wanted more of them together as a couple with their friends.
Also, I wanted more of them together as a couple with their friends.
April 8, 2021
Esse livro é mt bom scrr, ignorei todas as minhas responsabilidades
December 2, 2025
yeahhhh i ate that shit up
June 10, 2021
Ok I thought Levi & Rylie’s boo was fantastic but I F##king Loved Spencer & Kennedy!! Ms Clarke has done an excellent job of bringing all these characters to life for me and I can’t wait to read Grayson’s story next!! I really hope Morris & Mason get a story too…..with each other!!
August 11, 2021
ISSO AQUI FOI TUDO AS LENDAS KFW HOJE E SEMPRE !!!!
April 6, 2021
NOSSA MUITO BOM QUE ÓDIO ACORDEI ATÉ MAIS CEDO PRA TERMINAR OBRIGADA POR TUDO PENNY CLARKE POR FAVOR LANCE O ÚLTIMO LIVRO SOBRE GRAYSON E SUMMER IMEDIATAMENTE
April 11, 2021
PENNY CLARKE EU PAREI EM 70% SÓ PQ N QUERIA AGORA ACABEI EU TÔ MUITO TRISTE PQ ACABEI E AMRI AMEI AAAAARGH TUDO PRA MIM E MAIS UM POUCO
November 5, 2025
started this series on Sunday, it’s now Wednesday and I’m so addicted - I fucking ate this up and left no crumbs.
this book was everything I expected and more, from the little sneak peeks in hard ?? I already knew I would love this book, the way he already hated her ex in the first book made me know I was in for a good ride
let’s talk about a few things that made me fall so inlove with this book:
1.) kennedy fucking walsh.
english major? obsessed already, say no more.
I was sold the second she started quoting dictionary definitions like it’s text script in her hands. like, are you kidding me!??!
the color-coded notes, the obsessive planning, the die-hard dedication to her studies? she’s the kind of person I strive to be
there’s something so calming and lovely about reading a character like kennedy, somebody whose unapologetically herself and fierce
the way she stands her ground? literal dream
2.) spencer fucking armstrong
I have always had a sacred place in my heart - an actual compartment - reserved for tortured bad boys who communicate mostly through growls and grunts. spencer is the president of that compartment. from now until my last breath, that place belongs to him. he walks around like he’s made of fire and stone, like nothing touches him, but the moment he falls for kennedy? he doesn’t deny it. doesn’t run from it. no games no bullshit.
yes his last catches up to him - twice - but each time, he owns it. he learns because he loves her, like really loves her. and watching him try, stumble, and then try again - for her was everything. he’s rough on the edges, soft in the soul, and completely impossible to not fall in love with
3: the bonds in this book make me sob every time, the way they all bond together and have each other’s back is so pure and beautiful that it makes my heart hurt, the way summer comes into kennedy’s life and cares for her and the little things she throws off, for example, when she went out of her way to get kennedy the pastries she said she stuffed in her purse before they all went and lied and said they were old when in fact we know she had them made that day for kennedy, and then getting her the lipstick for her sister wedding to match her complexion and hair (😭) and don’t forget when towards the ending she had the allergy reaction and the whole argument scene, she didn’t want kennedy hating her so instead she gave her information that she could ruin lives with. watching her come into kennedy’s life, seeing how that friendship starts and grows - it made my heart so full. summer is pure sunshine. every time she was on page, it made the story feel warmer and richer
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all time favourite quotes:
“spencer was there. waiting for me. like he never wanted to be anywhere else but where he stood, glowing at me.
the perfect boyfriend, natalie had once called him.
tonight, he’s mine.
and for one excruciatingly long, dragging month, he’s held himself from me. turned down every time I tried to tempt him with what we both want. waiting for this exact moment, when I’m about to start begging, I ache so much to be one with him again.”
summer prescot is wrong. spencer isn’t a snack. he’s a latte. warm and comforting and filling and energizing. a blend of bitter and sweet, with a jolt of caffeine to make me want him more and more. each morning. every day. when I’m cold or tired or just need a simple pick-me-up. and if there’s one thing I love more than anything else in the world, it’s coffee
“And of all things, I think of Summer Prescott. Of her and her bees.
Something she loves so much, even if it might hurt her, because you don't give up on something you love.”
‘Spencer releases a breath, low but just enough for me to hear.
Immediately, his hand squeezes mine. "I... I'm sorry."
Because there are no other words to better describe that.
"You and Keeland... I know you have history. I can't promise that won't always piss me off. When I think of you with him, that you loved him... you deserved better, Kennedy. You still do. A prince. Someone who will sweep you off your feet."
Except this isn't a fantasy, with castles and princesses and daring adventures. It's not even a chick flick, with actors and exotic locales and zany meet-cutes.
This is Spencer. And me.
And though it's not a perfect analogy, when he moves, the porch swing,
well, it swings, and it feels a little bit like sweeping.’
this book was everything I expected and more, from the little sneak peeks in hard ?? I already knew I would love this book, the way he already hated her ex in the first book made me know I was in for a good ride
let’s talk about a few things that made me fall so inlove with this book:
1.) kennedy fucking walsh.
english major? obsessed already, say no more.
I was sold the second she started quoting dictionary definitions like it’s text script in her hands. like, are you kidding me!??!
the color-coded notes, the obsessive planning, the die-hard dedication to her studies? she’s the kind of person I strive to be
there’s something so calming and lovely about reading a character like kennedy, somebody whose unapologetically herself and fierce
the way she stands her ground? literal dream
2.) spencer fucking armstrong
I have always had a sacred place in my heart - an actual compartment - reserved for tortured bad boys who communicate mostly through growls and grunts. spencer is the president of that compartment. from now until my last breath, that place belongs to him. he walks around like he’s made of fire and stone, like nothing touches him, but the moment he falls for kennedy? he doesn’t deny it. doesn’t run from it. no games no bullshit.
yes his last catches up to him - twice - but each time, he owns it. he learns because he loves her, like really loves her. and watching him try, stumble, and then try again - for her was everything. he’s rough on the edges, soft in the soul, and completely impossible to not fall in love with
3: the bonds in this book make me sob every time, the way they all bond together and have each other’s back is so pure and beautiful that it makes my heart hurt, the way summer comes into kennedy’s life and cares for her and the little things she throws off, for example, when she went out of her way to get kennedy the pastries she said she stuffed in her purse before they all went and lied and said they were old when in fact we know she had them made that day for kennedy, and then getting her the lipstick for her sister wedding to match her complexion and hair (😭) and don’t forget when towards the ending she had the allergy reaction and the whole argument scene, she didn’t want kennedy hating her so instead she gave her information that she could ruin lives with. watching her come into kennedy’s life, seeing how that friendship starts and grows - it made my heart so full. summer is pure sunshine. every time she was on page, it made the story feel warmer and richer
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________________________________________________
all time favourite quotes:
“spencer was there. waiting for me. like he never wanted to be anywhere else but where he stood, glowing at me.
the perfect boyfriend, natalie had once called him.
tonight, he’s mine.
and for one excruciatingly long, dragging month, he’s held himself from me. turned down every time I tried to tempt him with what we both want. waiting for this exact moment, when I’m about to start begging, I ache so much to be one with him again.”
summer prescot is wrong. spencer isn’t a snack. he’s a latte. warm and comforting and filling and energizing. a blend of bitter and sweet, with a jolt of caffeine to make me want him more and more. each morning. every day. when I’m cold or tired or just need a simple pick-me-up. and if there’s one thing I love more than anything else in the world, it’s coffee
“And of all things, I think of Summer Prescott. Of her and her bees.
Something she loves so much, even if it might hurt her, because you don't give up on something you love.”
‘Spencer releases a breath, low but just enough for me to hear.
Immediately, his hand squeezes mine. "I... I'm sorry."
Because there are no other words to better describe that.
"You and Keeland... I know you have history. I can't promise that won't always piss me off. When I think of you with him, that you loved him... you deserved better, Kennedy. You still do. A prince. Someone who will sweep you off your feet."
Except this isn't a fantasy, with castles and princesses and daring adventures. It's not even a chick flick, with actors and exotic locales and zany meet-cutes.
This is Spencer. And me.
And though it's not a perfect analogy, when he moves, the porch swing,
well, it swings, and it feels a little bit like sweeping.’
November 3, 2021
Karena lama gak baca sport romance kali ya, gw sampai ngakak2 dgn kebodohan si heroine di sini dong... refreshing banget pokoknya baca interaksi mereka b2 itu, enemy turn to lover, slow burn.. banyak kalimat yg bikin ngakak2, enak banget di baca XD
gw mau baca Summer - Grey dulu, gw sebenernya ngarep Morris - Nathalia, tp blm ada... mkn abis buku k3 kali ya, awas aja kl mereka b2 gak jadian (pembaca bawel)
Temanya si std novel romcom lah, cewe geek vs cowo jock
suka XD
gw mau baca Summer - Grey dulu, gw sebenernya ngarep Morris - Nathalia, tp blm ada... mkn abis buku k3 kali ya, awas aja kl mereka b2 gak jadian (pembaca bawel)
Temanya si std novel romcom lah, cewe geek vs cowo jock
suka XD
July 14, 2025
I just finished Bang Out, and I’m telling you — I fucking ate it up and left no crumbs.
This book? This book was everything. I don’t even know where to start because I feel like my brain is running in excited circles trying to pick a favorite moment, a favorite line, a favorite feeling — and failing, because the entire book was just that damn good.
Let’s talk about the two things that made this book so powerful:
1. Spencer fucking Armstrong.
I have always had a sacred place in my heart — an actual compartment — reserved for tortured bad boys who communicate mostly through growls and grunts. Spencer is the president of that compartment. No one’s coming close. From now until my last breath, that place belongs to him. He walks around like he’s made of fire and stone, like nothing touches him. But the moment he falls for Kennedy? He doesn’t deny it. Doesn’t run from it. No games, no bullshit.
Yes, his past catches up with him — twice — but each time, he owns it. He learns. Because he loves her. Like, really loves her. And watching him try, stumble, and then try again — for her — was everything. He’s rough on the edges, soft in the soul, and completely impossible to not fall in love with.
2. Kennedy fucking Walsh.
As an English major myself? I was sold the second she started quoting dictionary definitions off the top of her head. Like, are you kidding me? The color-coded notes, the obsessive planning, the die-hard dedication to her studies? She’s the kind of person I lowkey wish I could be — because, me? I’m chaos in motion. But there’s something so calming and lovely about reading a character like Kennedy, someone so fiercely herself.
And the way she stands her ground? Unapologetic. Brilliant. Quietly fierce. A literal dream.
And then there’s Summer — who I already loved from Hard Facts, and who just shines even brighter here. Watching her come into Kennedy’s life, seeing how that friendship starts and grows — it made my heart so full. Summer is pure sunshine. Every time she was on the page, it made the story feel warmer and richer.
Now, if I had one small wish — it’s that Meegan, Spencer’s ex, got a bit more page-time. Not because I liked her — absolutely not — but because I needed to see Kennedy put her in her place. Like, I was ready for it. Kennedy is sharp and composed and I just know she would have handled it like a queen.
This book was hot, hilarious, emotionally layered, and full of everything I didn’t know I was craving. The banter, the tension, the way Spencer just melts for Kennedy without ever losing his edge — it was all written to perfection. I’m still reeling.
If I could rate this more than 5 stars, believe me — I would. I totally would. Bang Out isn’t just a romance. It’s a vibe. A whole, delicious, unforgettable vibe.
This book? This book was everything. I don’t even know where to start because I feel like my brain is running in excited circles trying to pick a favorite moment, a favorite line, a favorite feeling — and failing, because the entire book was just that damn good.
Let’s talk about the two things that made this book so powerful:
1. Spencer fucking Armstrong.
I have always had a sacred place in my heart — an actual compartment — reserved for tortured bad boys who communicate mostly through growls and grunts. Spencer is the president of that compartment. No one’s coming close. From now until my last breath, that place belongs to him. He walks around like he’s made of fire and stone, like nothing touches him. But the moment he falls for Kennedy? He doesn’t deny it. Doesn’t run from it. No games, no bullshit.
Yes, his past catches up with him — twice — but each time, he owns it. He learns. Because he loves her. Like, really loves her. And watching him try, stumble, and then try again — for her — was everything. He’s rough on the edges, soft in the soul, and completely impossible to not fall in love with.
2. Kennedy fucking Walsh.
As an English major myself? I was sold the second she started quoting dictionary definitions off the top of her head. Like, are you kidding me? The color-coded notes, the obsessive planning, the die-hard dedication to her studies? She’s the kind of person I lowkey wish I could be — because, me? I’m chaos in motion. But there’s something so calming and lovely about reading a character like Kennedy, someone so fiercely herself.
And the way she stands her ground? Unapologetic. Brilliant. Quietly fierce. A literal dream.
And then there’s Summer — who I already loved from Hard Facts, and who just shines even brighter here. Watching her come into Kennedy’s life, seeing how that friendship starts and grows — it made my heart so full. Summer is pure sunshine. Every time she was on the page, it made the story feel warmer and richer.
Now, if I had one small wish — it’s that Meegan, Spencer’s ex, got a bit more page-time. Not because I liked her — absolutely not — but because I needed to see Kennedy put her in her place. Like, I was ready for it. Kennedy is sharp and composed and I just know she would have handled it like a queen.
This book was hot, hilarious, emotionally layered, and full of everything I didn’t know I was craving. The banter, the tension, the way Spencer just melts for Kennedy without ever losing his edge — it was all written to perfection. I’m still reeling.
If I could rate this more than 5 stars, believe me — I would. I totally would. Bang Out isn’t just a romance. It’s a vibe. A whole, delicious, unforgettable vibe.
November 4, 2020
Spencer and Kennedy's story is a rollercoaster of a journey and I loved every twist and turn!
Both characters are well defined and experience quite a bit of growth throughout the story. I loved both characters and were rooting for their HEA.
The premise of this book is intriguing and the beginning of the book does a wonderful job of setting up the dynamic between Spencer and Kennedy. You could feel the chemistry between the characters from the very beginning. I enjoyed their interactions immensely and laughed and smiled quite a bit while reading this book.
Their sex scenes were hot, but what stood out to me the most about the sex scenes in this story is the author did a wonderful job of reflecting Spencer and Kennedy's growing connection and feelings toward each other in those scenes. In lots of romances, the story surrounding the sex does a great job of developing the relationship/feelings between the characters but the sex is pretty much the same throughout the book. Doesn't mean the sex is bad, it just doesn't change very much with the growth of the relationship, or changes minimally. In this story, every sex scene sizzles, but the growth of Spencer and Kennedy's feelings for each other is reflected perfectly in how they interact during sex, both verbally and physically. Great job by the author in capturing this!
I also really enjoyed how supportive Spencer and Kennedy were of each other. Spencer taking care of Kennedy while she was sick, Kennedy encouraging Spencer - it was sweet and touching to read how love snuck up on both these characters.
Overall, I recommend this book and I am looking forward to reading more from this author. This story was well written, had great dialogue, great pacing, great plot and intriguing characters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Both characters are well defined and experience quite a bit of growth throughout the story. I loved both characters and were rooting for their HEA.
The premise of this book is intriguing and the beginning of the book does a wonderful job of setting up the dynamic between Spencer and Kennedy. You could feel the chemistry between the characters from the very beginning. I enjoyed their interactions immensely and laughed and smiled quite a bit while reading this book.
Their sex scenes were hot, but what stood out to me the most about the sex scenes in this story is the author did a wonderful job of reflecting Spencer and Kennedy's growing connection and feelings toward each other in those scenes. In lots of romances, the story surrounding the sex does a great job of developing the relationship/feelings between the characters but the sex is pretty much the same throughout the book. Doesn't mean the sex is bad, it just doesn't change very much with the growth of the relationship, or changes minimally. In this story, every sex scene sizzles, but the growth of Spencer and Kennedy's feelings for each other is reflected perfectly in how they interact during sex, both verbally and physically. Great job by the author in capturing this!
I also really enjoyed how supportive Spencer and Kennedy were of each other. Spencer taking care of Kennedy while she was sick, Kennedy encouraging Spencer - it was sweet and touching to read how love snuck up on both these characters.
Overall, I recommend this book and I am looking forward to reading more from this author. This story was well written, had great dialogue, great pacing, great plot and intriguing characters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 28, 2020
I give this series my highest recommendation. I recieved Nude Awakening as an ARC from the publisher, and I loved it so much I bought Bang Out.
Bang Out is a college aged New Adult enemies to lovers romance between a super hot playboy football player Spencer and studious (but still cool) Kennedy who is trying to move on after recently being dumped by her long-term boyfriend.
Kennedy's having a rough time trying to get over her ex so she asks Spencer to do her a favour. Very much in the same theme as the fake relationship trope, but a lot more explicit and with no faking allowed.
Penny Clarke is a new author (I think?) between the two books you can already see she is an author that will just keep improving. As much as I like Nude Awakening, Bang Out was EVEN BETTER, and I can see hints in Bang Out that Hard Facts is going to just keep raising the bar.
Most of the miniscule things that bugged me in the last one were absent from this story, and my only remaining not so favourite trope (Rake man paired with innocent woman) seems like it will either be absent or reversed for Hard Facts!!!
December 18th is marked on my calendar and I am enternaly grateful for quick writers.
I'm a big fan of Elle Kennedy's Briar U series, Jamie Maguire's Beautiful Disaster, and a decade ago I read all of Abbi Glines Too Far and Rosemary Beach series. If you like any of those, welcome. Welcome to your new favourite series.
Bang Out is a college aged New Adult enemies to lovers romance between a super hot playboy football player Spencer and studious (but still cool) Kennedy who is trying to move on after recently being dumped by her long-term boyfriend.
Kennedy's having a rough time trying to get over her ex so she asks Spencer to do her a favour. Very much in the same theme as the fake relationship trope, but a lot more explicit and with no faking allowed.
Penny Clarke is a new author (I think?) between the two books you can already see she is an author that will just keep improving. As much as I like Nude Awakening, Bang Out was EVEN BETTER, and I can see hints in Bang Out that Hard Facts is going to just keep raising the bar.
Most of the miniscule things that bugged me in the last one were absent from this story, and my only remaining not so favourite trope (Rake man paired with innocent woman) seems like it will either be absent or reversed for Hard Facts!!!
December 18th is marked on my calendar and I am enternaly grateful for quick writers.
I'm a big fan of Elle Kennedy's Briar U series, Jamie Maguire's Beautiful Disaster, and a decade ago I read all of Abbi Glines Too Far and Rosemary Beach series. If you like any of those, welcome. Welcome to your new favourite series.
November 2, 2020
Penny Clarke follows up the awesome debut to her Main Desire series with the brilliant enemies to lovers rom-com, Bang Out. We met both Kennedy and Spencer in the first book, Nude Awakening, and I was beyond excited to see these two paired up. Spencer is a known around campus for being the running back full of anger and sleeping with a different girl every night. Kennedy is the straight-laced journalism major who has everything planned-down-to-the-second - except for how to get over being dumped by her boyfriend of four years. When someone suggests to Kennedy that she will never get over Ashton unless she bangs someone else, she approaches Spencer. She might hate him, but she knows one thing: he's talented when it comes to sex. Spencer shocks her when he agrees. There is a comedy of errors before Spencer and Kennedy manage to consummate their relationship - and then a fantastic, entertaining tale of the fallout, like what happens when one night is not nearly enough?
Penny Clarke has created an amazing world with Lakewood University and the Main Desire crew. It is impossible not to grow to love every member in the group of friends as each character is so well-developed. Throw in some serious chemistry and steamy encounters, and the story is so deep and delicious that you cannot put the book down. I cannot recommend picking up this series and giving it a read enough.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Penny Clarke has created an amazing world with Lakewood University and the Main Desire crew. It is impossible not to grow to love every member in the group of friends as each character is so well-developed. Throw in some serious chemistry and steamy encounters, and the story is so deep and delicious that you cannot put the book down. I cannot recommend picking up this series and giving it a read enough.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 2, 2020
I loved Kennedy from Nude Awakening, especially her desire to woo Riley away from Dawn with lattes. After Ashton unceremoniously dumps Kennedy you really hope she finds someone who will really appreciate her.
Spencer is foul mouthed, bad tempered and not a user of many words, other than curses. He doesn't like Kennedy, but since she's part of their circle of friends and in his class he can't avoid her.
We see the two of them interact and like baking soda and vinegar they explode. No one would picture them together, especially not the two of them. As the book unfolds we see more of what makes Spencer tick and he becomes more of a person and someone you root for to win Kennedy over.
The two of them together are priceless and everyone needs a boyfriend who does some of the things Spencer does for Kennedy.
I laughed a lot, swooned at the cuteness and fanned myself at those steamy parts and can't wait for the next in the series.
Also, can Meegan be carted off to crazyland already?
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Spencer is foul mouthed, bad tempered and not a user of many words, other than curses. He doesn't like Kennedy, but since she's part of their circle of friends and in his class he can't avoid her.
We see the two of them interact and like baking soda and vinegar they explode. No one would picture them together, especially not the two of them. As the book unfolds we see more of what makes Spencer tick and he becomes more of a person and someone you root for to win Kennedy over.
The two of them together are priceless and everyone needs a boyfriend who does some of the things Spencer does for Kennedy.
I laughed a lot, swooned at the cuteness and fanned myself at those steamy parts and can't wait for the next in the series.
Also, can Meegan be carted off to crazyland already?
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 30, 2021
Bang out made for a really enjoyable and fun to read enemies-to-lovers story. Kennedy’s and Spencer’s dislike for each other at the beginning makes the narrative exciting. These two characters at first appear to be so totally different from each other you wonder how they are going to work but the quick-witted and almost hateful interactions they have sparks this flame. Clarke then takes that flame and makes it burn brighter and hotter as the two characters get together.
Kennedy and Spencer are both relatable characters and I loved watching them go from a casual no strings arrangement to people who were falling for each other. The relationship develops at a pleasing pace and had some really funny moments. Once again, like with Nude Awakening (Main Desire #1), Clarke created a story I got lost in. I couldn’t get enough of Kennedy, Spencer, and the side characters both new and old. I’m really looking forward to seeing what happens for the next couple and for those little glimpses of couples we’ve already read about.
Kennedy and Spencer are both relatable characters and I loved watching them go from a casual no strings arrangement to people who were falling for each other. The relationship develops at a pleasing pace and had some really funny moments. Once again, like with Nude Awakening (Main Desire #1), Clarke created a story I got lost in. I couldn’t get enough of Kennedy, Spencer, and the side characters both new and old. I’m really looking forward to seeing what happens for the next couple and for those little glimpses of couples we’ve already read about.
November 1, 2020
Excellent romance enemies / lovers
This is the second book in the series. I was eager to read it after discovering the characters of Spencer and Kennedy previously as friends of Rylie and Levi. Their characters were so strong, sarcastic and they couldn't stand each other, so it boded well for a great story for both of them, and it is. Their confrontations, but also their weaknesses, make them fascinating, just like their history.
The romance is partially predictable, but the means to develop their relationship there, due to their fiery characters as well as their injuries, makes for an excellent narrative.
Spencer and Kennedy hate each other, but, to each forget their ex and, at Kennedy's request, they will try to erase their ex from their head in a way that is more than doubtful, but which brings them closer despite their differences.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book
This is the second book in the series. I was eager to read it after discovering the characters of Spencer and Kennedy previously as friends of Rylie and Levi. Their characters were so strong, sarcastic and they couldn't stand each other, so it boded well for a great story for both of them, and it is. Their confrontations, but also their weaknesses, make them fascinating, just like their history.
The romance is partially predictable, but the means to develop their relationship there, due to their fiery characters as well as their injuries, makes for an excellent narrative.
Spencer and Kennedy hate each other, but, to each forget their ex and, at Kennedy's request, they will try to erase their ex from their head in a way that is more than doubtful, but which brings them closer despite their differences.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book
August 20, 2022
DNF @ 41%
I’m actually not sure how the book has so many positive reviews? I struggled so hard to understand the MFC, Kennedy. She was whiny, holier-than-thou, and just plain annoying to read about. What got me to DNF this was that after know about, hearing about, and witnessing that the MMC, Spencer, never sleeps with a girl twice, she cries and basically feels betrayed that he sleeps with another girl. Granted, they didn’t have sex (I appreciated the latex allergy representation), it just seemed a bit much.
Speaking of Spenser, I just thought he was okay? There didn’t seem to be much to him, only that he’s a man whore with anger issues. I don’t really see what he sees in Kennedy and maybe that’s the problem. I couldn’t connect with either MC, which is a shame, because I kinda liked the premise of the book.
(Don’t normally rate DNFs but I want people to see why this kinda sucked for me with all the high reviews.)
I’m actually not sure how the book has so many positive reviews? I struggled so hard to understand the MFC, Kennedy. She was whiny, holier-than-thou, and just plain annoying to read about. What got me to DNF this was that after know about, hearing about, and witnessing that the MMC, Spencer, never sleeps with a girl twice, she cries and basically feels betrayed that he sleeps with another girl. Granted, they didn’t have sex (I appreciated the latex allergy representation), it just seemed a bit much.
Speaking of Spenser, I just thought he was okay? There didn’t seem to be much to him, only that he’s a man whore with anger issues. I don’t really see what he sees in Kennedy and maybe that’s the problem. I couldn’t connect with either MC, which is a shame, because I kinda liked the premise of the book.
(Don’t normally rate DNFs but I want people to see why this kinda sucked for me with all the high reviews.)
November 2, 2020
Great read. This is a book about Kennedy, a proper student and school newspaper writer who broke up with her past boyfriend (her character was introduced in the Nude Awakening Book). Her and Spencer, a school football player with a different girl every night rub each other the wrong way. But not for long. This story is about the two of them discovering each other and finding love through a deal that was just suppose to be a one time hookup to bang out Kennedy”s ex. Well it’s More than one time... Great read with the same character as in the authors other book. The author adds humor and writes a great college story. A little drama, new characters, and sweet steamy scenes. Recommend this read! Looking forward to reading about other characters in this circle of friends.
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.
November 17, 2021
Can I just first off say that I LOVE Penny Clarke's writing! (May have tried to stalk/follow her on social media - only to find a Goodreads page and website.)
Bang Out is my absolute favorite book of the Main Desire series thus far - the energy and connection between Spencer and Kennedy is unbelievable. This author did such a great job with character development, the story line and the resolution for this book. I cannot stress to you enough how much I enjoyed this book - it is a constant reread for me!
Steamy - absolutely!
Drama - you bet (no cheating)
Storyline - swoon worthy
Spencer is a your typical hot head but gets a good dose of reality from my girl Kennedy (you go girl!). Suddenly things start to change and feeling are being felt from both sides - from start to finish this story will suck you right in!
Bang Out is my absolute favorite book of the Main Desire series thus far - the energy and connection between Spencer and Kennedy is unbelievable. This author did such a great job with character development, the story line and the resolution for this book. I cannot stress to you enough how much I enjoyed this book - it is a constant reread for me!
Steamy - absolutely!
Drama - you bet (no cheating)
Storyline - swoon worthy
Spencer is a your typical hot head but gets a good dose of reality from my girl Kennedy (you go girl!). Suddenly things start to change and feeling are being felt from both sides - from start to finish this story will suck you right in!
February 27, 2022
Loved it!!!
I started this series out of order with this book , but the plot grabbed me so much I had to read it first. I'll be going back to read the first one though, because I definitely wanna read about Rylie and Levi's story, now that I've met them in this book
I always love a good enemies to lovers romance, and this one grabs you from the beginning and doesn't let go. I really had a hard time putting this one down after I started it. Say hello to some late nights! Lol.
You'll fall in love with both characters, and the storyline for Spencer and Kennedy, as you read how they get their start. They have red hot chemistry when they're together, and a group of laugh out loud friends, that have no clue what's going on between them. Add some ex's that cause issues, and you've got yourself a keeper in this book!
I started this series out of order with this book , but the plot grabbed me so much I had to read it first. I'll be going back to read the first one though, because I definitely wanna read about Rylie and Levi's story, now that I've met them in this book
I always love a good enemies to lovers romance, and this one grabs you from the beginning and doesn't let go. I really had a hard time putting this one down after I started it. Say hello to some late nights! Lol.
You'll fall in love with both characters, and the storyline for Spencer and Kennedy, as you read how they get their start. They have red hot chemistry when they're together, and a group of laugh out loud friends, that have no clue what's going on between them. Add some ex's that cause issues, and you've got yourself a keeper in this book!
October 29, 2020
Ok, here me out. The title is awful. Like who wants to read a freaking book call Bang Out? Not me. But also me. Because I ready the description and I was like ok, I’ll give it a shot. I also have a tendency to peek at the middle and end of a book. Nasty habit. But it’s sometimes what keeps me going when reading a book, thinking and believing there is some good that lay ahead.
Anyway. This book was surprisingly good, again surprisingly because “Bang Out” really? Alas this was the case of opposites attract. Getting over exes. Miscommunication. Jealousy. Insecurities. Sweetness. Falling in love. I think that sums up Spencer and Kennedy.
I would recommend! Don’t be hindered by the cheesy title, it’s actually really good!
Anyway. This book was surprisingly good, again surprisingly because “Bang Out” really? Alas this was the case of opposites attract. Getting over exes. Miscommunication. Jealousy. Insecurities. Sweetness. Falling in love. I think that sums up Spencer and Kennedy.
I would recommend! Don’t be hindered by the cheesy title, it’s actually really good!
October 29, 2020
*Spoilers* Bang Out is about two people who have a strong chemistry but no attraction, or at least none that they will admit to themselves. When both are in the mitts of trying to get over evil ex's, they come together and form a pact to have as much sex as they can handle to "Bang Out" their horrible halves from their lives, only to have their partner in crime insert themselves into that spot so recently emptied. It was cute, it was fun, it was something we can all relate to, that unrequited love, and if you're looking for a happy book to pass the time away, then this story is the one for you. Not only is the author magnificent in her story telling, but it's not one you' ll want to set down.
P.S. this is the second book in the series but can be read as a stand alone.
P.S. this is the second book in the series but can be read as a stand alone.
October 30, 2020
I really like Penny Clarke's style. The story had lots of ups and downs; plenty of angst and of course hot steamy sex. Kennedy and Spencer dislike each other with a morbid fascination. When they finally collide it is a hot mess. Kennedy has finds out in an unusual way that she has a latex allergy. Spencer surprisingly sticks with her. They start spending more time together falling for each other but not telling the other one. Spencer starts to drink less, swear less, get in few fights and study more. Kennedy learns to be a little spontaneous and experience Spencer's loyalty. I felt both Spencer and Kennedy's doubts, fears and dreams. Great read!
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.
November 1, 2020
I volunteered to read this ARC for an honest review. I loved this story about Spencer and Kennedy. They have mutual friends but they only tolerate each other. He's had a rough past, his ex cheated on him with a friend, his parents showed no affection and since his breakup he has anger issues. When they are forced to hang out they manage to annoy each other but that all changes when Kennedy takes the advice to bang her ex out of her system. Then Spencer offers and she takes it. They start a tedious relationship that they try to keep hidden but secrets have a way of coming out. But when the exes team up to come between them, all bets are off. Looks like a HEA in their future.
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.
December 2, 2024
Overall observation: The MMC was way too aggressive for no reason. I understand the "cold to everyone but her" trope, but I didn't buy it. The MMC's whole "tortured" storyline was a little forced, when I think the author should have just focused on how much he cared for the FMC. I can't lie, the story was not too predictable, even though the pace was. I will also say, this book alludes to the first book of the series way too much, which is why I have no interest in reading that book, and have also developed a genuine disgust for the main characters of that book (Levi and Riley). But, funnily enough, what kept me interested in this story was the other background characters. On its own, this book was decent, but I liked it way better as a prelude to Natalie and Theo's inevitable storyline.
February 8, 2026
5 fucking stars!!! And thats super fucking rare for me with contemporary, but these characters really gripped me. The way they were all so well developed. I loved the ice princess and the hotheaded athlete. Def ovulation read too lol the chemistry between these two was SIZZLING!!! But the emotions, their love… the development of their feelings. FWB to more done to perfection. I already bought the paperback and rlly rlly wanna annotate this. The way they both loved Mean Girls, and the references. It was funny and emotional at the same time. I loved how jealous the H was. Ugh I just loved this entire thing. The found family!!!
I cant wait to read more in the series. Im salivating at getting to the other books.
I cant wait to read more in the series. Im salivating at getting to the other books.
December 4, 2020
This is my first time reading this author and although this is book 2 in the series and I haven’t read book 1 I was still able to really enjoy the book. The main characters are Kennedy and Spencer, and they couldn’t be more different than each other. When they do get together though they realize that they actually really enjoy each other’s company and have great chemistry which leads to some well written steamy scenes. Both Kennedy and Spencer grow a lot in this book as the story progresses. It’s a fun read and was a great introduction to me to this author.
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.
October 10, 2021
Definitely Dictionary Fun Read
One heck of a story! I loved how detailed and thorough the author was with the main characters. I liked the like/ hate relationship that started out with Kennedy and Spenser. Also all the quirkiness of the friends really made this story well rounded. The author really made visualized these characters like you are part of their story!
I didn't read the first in the series but I am circling back now. I will be reading the 3rd as well. I just hope that Morris and Mason get a story of their own. They seem like they already have that chemistry.
Read this series. It's funny, genuine and believable! Highly recommend!
One heck of a story! I loved how detailed and thorough the author was with the main characters. I liked the like/ hate relationship that started out with Kennedy and Spenser. Also all the quirkiness of the friends really made this story well rounded. The author really made visualized these characters like you are part of their story!
I didn't read the first in the series but I am circling back now. I will be reading the 3rd as well. I just hope that Morris and Mason get a story of their own. They seem like they already have that chemistry.
Read this series. It's funny, genuine and believable! Highly recommend!
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October 31, 2020This was such a great book! Spencer and Kennedy had quite the explosive relationship - both verbally and physically! They are absolutely adorable together and drove how well they compliment each other. Spencer is much sweeter and caring that we saw him in book one, and is so totally sweet. I really enjoy Gray as the facts coming out of his mouth makes me smile and laugh. I can’t wait to read about him in book 3!
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I received a free advanced review copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my fair and honest opinion..
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