Serviced

Getting Dirty #1

by Tory Baker

She’s off limits.
Too bad I’ve never been one to follow the rules.

Rowen Jennings is off limits, especially for the likes of me.
It’s not even that I’m seven years older.

It’s her brother.

Bridger is one of my best friends. There’s no way in hell that I should be thinking of his baby sister the way I do. I definitely shouldn’t be dreaming of her every night and imagining all of the dirty things I want to do to her.

The problem is, I do.
And Rowen doesn’t discourage my hunger.

She wants me too.
I knew that when I was at her eighteenth birthday party.
Her eyes roamed over my body like I was her next meal.

I wasn’t much better. That barely-there bikini she was wearing had me licking my lips.

This raging desire between us has been building for three years. I’ve tried to stay away, but I can’t any longer.
It’s time to make Rowen mine, even if doing so leaves a path of destruction in our wake.

She’s more than worth it and playing with fire has never felt so good.

Tory has a brand-new series for you. The Getting Dirty Series is full of alpha male, blue-collar goodness and Tory’s signature sassy heroines. So, sit back and relax, you know in a Tory book exactly what you’re getting—A safe read with an Alpha male and enough heat to keep you warm during the fall nights. Besides, the title pretty much gives that away.

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Forbidden Love

114 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 28, 2020

About the author

Tory Baker is a mom of two teenagers and a dog mom to one wild and active Weimaraner, Remi. She lives in a small coastal town on the east coast of sunny Florida. Oftentimes you’ll find her outside soaking up the rays with at least three drinks surrounding her, a wandering imagination, and a notebook in hand where she’s jotting down a plot for her next story. She’s a lover of writing happily ever afters with Alpha heroes and sassy heroines.

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Reviews

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DNF

[Darlene I read WAY to many books · Rating 3 out of 5]

This one was mixed for me since shes is 18 in the Prologue Braxton could have gone for Rowan.. he just wanted her to live life. Which she could have with him even in a long distance.. to me they wasted years together. 

Beside that another reason he pushed her away his best friend her brother which he knew about their feelings for one another.. yeah. Im just disappointed. Plus she was the one who went after him when she came back. He knew she came back in town 3 weeks ago. So yeah I was alittle annoyed but oh well.

The brother lord i wanted someone to smack him they grown adults they can do what they want.  But the story was okay the pace was fine and it was a okay read for me.

No ow/om drama, no cheating, slight secondary character, tiny drama, sexy time, virgin gal and no manwhore (his past didn't say anything)

Recommend-maybe
Cover-⭐⭐⭐

Prologue
Slowinsta
Older/younger couple
Push away by H
Seperation few years
Safe
No condom
Hea
Epilogue

[Tory Baker · Rating 5 out of 5]

She’s off limits. 

Too bad I’ve never been one to follow the rules.

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Rowen Jennings is off limits, especially for the likes of me.

It’s not even that I’m seven years older. 

It’s her brother. 

Bridger is one of my best friends. There’s no way in hell that I should be thinking of his baby sister the way I do. I definitely shouldn’t be dreaming of her every night and imagining all of the dirty things I want to do to her. 

The problem is, I do.

And Rowen doesn’t discourage my hunger. 

She wants me too. 

I knew that when I was at her eighteenth birthday party. 

Her eyes roamed over my body like I was her next meal. 

I wasn’t much better. That barely-there bikini she was wearing had me licking my lips. 

This raging desire between us has been building for three years. I’ve tried to stay away, but I can’t any longer. 

It’s time to make Rowen mine, even if doing so leaves a path of destruction in our wake. 

She’s more than worth it and playing with fire has never felt so good. 

[Raine · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ok

This is the first time I've read a book by this author. The story was ok as was the sexy scenes, but nothing spectacular.

[Chalice · Rating 3 out of 5]

The couple: Braxton and Rowen

Romance genre: age gap
Part of a series: Yes (Getting Dirty)
Length: 114 pages

Plot: Rowen has known Braxton forever, and has loved him just as long. At her graduation party, she tells him this, but he says she's still too young, and that she needs to go to college. He tells her to wait for him. So she goes to college, finishes in three years (eager much?) and comes home. Now what?

Character development: The age gap was under 10 years, so it wasn't excessive. I thought it was a little funny how big of a deal they made of it, although I know that at certain ages, that gap can seem more like a gulf. Braxton had a good head on her shoulders though, and Braxton was a solid guy. The conflict came more from their worry about how the others in their lives would react than anything else.

Would I read more from this author/in this series: yes
Next book in the series: Primed

[Amyb1975 · Rating 4 out of 5]

She bats those baby blues at me, and I’m done for.

Another good story from Ms. Baker. I liked the h, I thought she was strong, she knew what she wanted and went after it. I would have liked the H to be a little more alpha since she did the chasing in the beginning. I also would have liked for it to specify he was not with any others after meeting her. Once she turned 18, he did say she was it for him but before that, we just don't know. With that said, it was still a lovely story. I always enjoy Ms. Bakers books and can't wait for the next one. Virgin h, no mention of H's past, no OM/OW drama, epilogues at 2 years and 6 1/2 years later.

[Mari (Mystics & Metaphysics Book Blog) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Braxton and Ro are sexy and sweet together. She’s young but it seems they know what they want and doesn’t stop them from finally giving in. It was sweet of Brax to give her time and to wait for her. There are some serious moments between her brother but I swooned at them not giving up on each other because her brother would have issues. It moves quickly but knowing the background helps understand that it may not be that quick at all. No drama, which I love.

[Missy Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Tory Baker's short steamy stories that she does and Serviced is no different. What a great start to a new series and I cannot wait for more.

Braxton and Bridger are best friends. But what happens when your best friends sister Rowen is way younger than you? You do the right thing and wait for her to finish growing up and go through college. Many years later Braxton finally gets his chance at Rowen. But not if big brother has a say in it.

Once again guys this was just a fun, sexy short read by Tory. I would highly recommend this book and really any of Tory's.

[Leslee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another adorable read from Tory Baker! If you need a read that is all the sweet, romantic feels and some steam, she is the author for you. Rowen is a live wire. She is sassy and not afraid to go after what she wants. What she wants is a fulfillment of the promise Braxton made her three years ago. Braxton is all growly, alpha male but he doesn't seek her out when she comes home after her college graduation. She comes gunning for him when she gets tired of waiting for him to make his move. That sets the tone of the book, sassy and fun. I loved them so, so much, 6 stars for Serviced!

[Tami czenkus · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh how I was looking forward to Braxton and Rowen's story and Tory Baker did NOT disappoint what so ever!!
We get the insta-love we've grown to love from this author with a little bit of taboo thrown in for that little bit of extra.

[Robyn M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tory this was so awesome I could not put it down! Braxton is willing to wait for his perfect girl. Rowen knows to get her man she has to stay focused on college and come home and pull out all the stops. Rowen is tired of waiting and takes matter into her own hands. Braxton doesn't leave it up to her to finish. He is done waiting and it was well worth the wait. Bravo I loved it.

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Braxton is hot, hot, hot! Phew! This Insta-love story is great. It’s a feel good, steamy, easy read. The chemistry between Braxton and Rowen is off the charts. A great start to this spin off series!

[Angie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great start to a spin off series! Braxton and Rowen are amazing together and and having waited 3 years their reunion is fast and hot. There is of course some family drama when Bridger finds outs about his little sister. But of course ends in a HEA. Cant wait for book 2.

[rebecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

I very cute story. Both have the hots for one another but the age gets in the way. But when she gets out of college the heat goes up. Enjoyed this book

[Robin Reviewer · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nothing really happens in this book - read on KU

This is about a 70 minute read. We learn very little about these characters. We know her brother hates their relationship. Her father isn't happy but mostly because he isn't ready to accept she's old enough to have a real relationship with a man. Our H is very protective.

They go on one date but we don't get see anything that happens on the date except for about two minutes on a ferris wheel. More time was spent on him picking her up for the date.

We learn her mom is still recovering from a punctured lung from a car accident months earlier.

With a title of "Serviced," we might expect that to be a euphemism but there are only two very vanilla and short sex scenes and two make out scenes that make it to 3rd base. I really was expecting a dirty read and was disappointed.

She's back from college, with a business degree, I think, and she ends up working as his office worker, which he hasn't had before, but still a job she could have easily done without a college degree. And how much could he actually afford to pay her if it is a wage he is adding to overhead without that much added productivity.

So, this book actually needed a plot or more sex, or both, to make it worth taking your time to read. Seriously, the whole is she is home from college and they can be together now. It's as if you took a normal romance and took a snap shot of the part where they finally get together and absolutely nothing else.

I will not intentionally read more by this author.

[Nikki_Kate · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful!! This was a nice quick, short read. I absolutely love it.

Braxton and Rowan grew up in a small town together, where everyone knew each other. Braxton and Rowan’s brother Bridger are friends. At sixteen Rowan became aware of Braxton, fantasized about him. Braxton thinks he’s to old for Rowan but that doesn’t stop him from thinking about her. When Rowan turns eighteen she heads off to college. Her parents throw her a party and Braxton kisses Rowan and asks her to wait for him. Now she’s finished with college and waiting for Braxton, she’s been back for three weeks and he makes no attempt. So she decides to take matter into her hands, she head to his shop. She walks in and turns his music off and ask him how he’s been. He ask her the same and then he tells her to go into his office. She tells him she need to bring her car in and after he takes a look at it he tells her to drive his truck. Braxton backs Rowan up onto the desk and slides his finger up her thighs. He tells her the age difference between them isn’t going to get in the way, but her brother Bridger maybe a problem. She tells him what is wrong with her car and he asks her why she didn’t bring it to him sooner. With everything going on with her mother since her car accident she hasn’t had the time. After Braxton looks at her car he discovers her cleaning up his office. He tells her if she’s looking for a job he could really use her. When she arrives home her dad gives her a questioning look because she’s driving Braxton’s truck. The next morning she heads to Braxton’s shop, Martinez Auto Shop early. He doesn’t expect her to come in until later. She tells him she has a lot of do. She asks him a few questions before they both get to work. Bridger comes in to the shop to find out what is wrong with Rowan car, he feels responsible for her. Then he lets Braxton know he’ll protect his sister even from him. Rowan shows up and hears what Bridger says to Braxton and she’s not happy. She tells her brother if he can’t apologies to them both he can leave. Braxton exchanges words with Bridger before he goes off to find his sister. Braxton finds Rowan and she’s not happy with her brother. Now that Bridger knows Braxton asks her to go to the Fall Festival with him the following night and then stay at this house. Braxton shows up at Rowan’s home the next night and her mother answers the door. She tells him to come in, he says he’ll wait for Rowan. She tells her parents good night as he walks her to his SUV. Rowan enjoys herself with Braxton at the festival. Taylor finds them and says hello, and Slade walks up and tells them if Bridger doesn’t know about them they never saw them and he never saw them. They both agree it’s time to go so they head back to his home. Rowan thinks his home is perfect. She starts to undress but he tells her he wants to do it for her. He asks her if she is ready for him as he begins to pleasure her. She tells him not to stop and he tells her he won’t ever. He asks her if she’s ready to be his and she tells him she already is. He goes slow and steady and tells her that being her first time it’s going to hurt but he’ll make it better for her. Afterwards he gets her a bath that they enjoy together. Two weeks later Rowan mom is admitted to the hospital. He tells her to give him two minutes and he’ll be ready to take her. He takes a quick shower then finds her and tells her to let it out before they get to the hospital. So she does she tells him she doesn’t know what she would do without him. Braxton tells Rowan she’ll never have to know. Rowan’s mom tells them all to go home, her father is over exaggerated on her slight fever. Bridger tells his mom they are all worried about her. Rowan gives her mother a hug. Then her mom tells Bridger to come here. She grabs him by his ear and tells him to listen to her. Their mom tells Bridger his sister doesn’t deserve this from him. She expects better out of him being the oldest and he saw what Travis put his own sister Taylor through. She tells him she’s ashamed of her son and he better make it right. Rowan tells her mom not to worry about her she still loves her brother and if he wants to be this way it’s his burden to bear. Bridger apologies to Rowan telling her he screw up, he know how they both felt about each other, but he didn’t want his baby sister growing up. She tells hims he forgives him but she’s not the only one he needs to apologize to. When they walk out Braxton is standing outside the door waiting. So Bridger and Braxton take off to talk and Rowan goes with her sisters. Later that night they both slide into bed together. Rowan talks to Bridger about getting a better vehicle and he tells her to take his truck unless she wants something else. She tells him they can look but he’s not paying for it. He tells her on one condition, that she moves in with him, and loves him for the rest of her life, marry him and take his last name. She tells him that was more than one. He tells her he’s loved her for a long time as he slips a ring on her finger. He tells her he loves her and she tells him she loves him too. He tells her she can take as long as she wants to plan their wedding. She ask him if he’ll go shopping for furniture with him. Two years later, they’ve been married for a year. It’s their anniversary and she just got back from shopping with their mom’s. They agreed not to buy anything for each other. They are updating their home and that takes time and money. Braxton has flowers for Rowan while she tells him she has something for him. She hand him a card, which tells him she is pregnant. Six and a half years later, Rowan truck pulls up to the shop and the other workers tell Braxton he’s in trouble. They all scatter and leave for the night. The twins, Baylor and Zach, at almost five, can be a handful for Braxton and Rowan. He tells her this is a nice treat, she tells him she’s looking to get serviced. Bridger and Kellie offered to take the twins. So Braxton takes his wife into his office. She tells him she went off her birth control and would like to try for one more.

[Leah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tory Baker never fails to bring sweet and sexy to the pages. There is always an intense alpha who gives everything he has to his heroine. This isn’t any different. Bridger and Rowan were meant to be, but Rowan was still too young. But once Rowan is old enough, Bridger still doesn’t make his move. So Rowan decides enough is enough and takes matters into her own hands. What we get then is a non-stop love fest between these two. They are so good together, and Bridger allows Rowan to shine...he doesn’t hold her back even though with the age gap he has some slight reservations about her. But honestly once he decided she was his, that was it....no take backs. Tory Baker is one of those authors that I anxiously await a new release because you know it is going to be good and have very little angst. Never boring, always some intensity from an outside source, but never too much. I can’t wait until we get the rest of the Jennings siblings!

[Suzanne Houser · Rating 4 out of 5]

Braxton has wanted his best friend's little sister since she was eighteen, but conscious of the seven year age difference and wanting her to spread her wings and go to college, he sends her away promising he will be waiting for her when she comes home. Once she returns to town all grown up, all bets are off. Braxton and Rowen have ridiculous chemistry, both having waited eagerly for her to finish college. Of course, there is a little added drama of one older, overly protective brother in Bridger, who despite being Braxton's best friend, is not overly thrilled with the pairing. But at heart, this is a steamy and sexy romance with a dirty-talking alpha mechanic who knows exactly what he wants and will let nothing stand in his way of claiming and loving his woman.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Charity Esparza · Rating 4 out of 5]

I adored this story! Braxton and Rowan have know for years that they belonged together, but they met too early. Rowan was under aged, and then had college. Braxton wasn't about to risk jail, or mess with her future. But finally, FINALLY, the stars align. Braxton is such a strong man, and not just physically. His strength of will in keeping his distance so that Rowan could grow up and experience life before tying her to him permanently, amazing! Then once she's home and they're just barely beginning, he stand up for Rowan with her family. Now that's a real man. And Rowan is so sassy and fun, but vulnerable with her man. I loved watching these two not so much fall in love as finally acknowledge what has been building all along. This is a story not to be missed. Happy Reading!!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Mimirureviewbooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Serviced is book 1 in the new series Getting Dirty Series written by the talented author Tory Baker. A must read, It's Rowen and Braxton's story, a charming book. a great start to a spin off series! Rowen has been in love with Braxton for a long time. Rowen's brother, Bridger is Braxton best friend. They've the feelings for one another but the age difference and Bridger doesn't approved of the relationship. Can this two become a happy couple? Can they pass and overcome the obstacles, secrets and drama? No Spoilers!Great ending!!Can't wait to read the next installment of this series!!!I received a free advanced review copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a fair and honest review.

[Sabrina Flachsmann · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this! I’m not usually a fan of second chance sort of romances but this was fantastic. We meet Rowen and Braxton and see and feel their connection right away. One of the best prologues I have read - full steam a head from there! Rowen has just turned 18 and Braxton, who is friends with her brother is there celebrating. He is drawn to her but wants to give her space to grow up and experience life a bit since he is so much older. Fast forward and Rowen is done waiting. These two were hot and heavy from the start and I was living for it! Minimal drama (which I love), some family angst but such a great story!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Georgia Mouzouros · Rating 5 out of 5]

Boy do I love me some Braxton❤️The love that started between Braxton and Rowen when she was too young for him has grown to a love anyone would hope for.... never any faltering between them no matter how long of a wait and if the possibility of anyone getting in the way of what is happening between them gets obliterated fast! Nothing will hold these two back with a chemistry so explosive you just want more and more of them❤️ A nice realistic epilogue ties this book all up nice and pretty! Can’t wait for more of the dirty...

[CeeJay Daisy · Rating 5 out of 5]

♥️🌼Good Start To Tory Baker’s New Series🌼♥️
Braxton and Bridger are best friends....Rowen is Bridger’s little sister...Braxton is 23...Rowen is 16....So Braxton does the mature thing...He leaves her alone...lets her go to college...gives her time to grow up...Fast forward to Rowen finishing college and moving back home...Rowen is 21 now...Braxton and Rowen are going to be together....but her big brother is gonna be a obstacle...Serviced is a fun and steamy novella by Tory Baker...The chemistry between Rowen and Braxton was hot and the story was a good one..♥️🌼

[Rose · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked this story a lot. It was entertaining and enjoyable with only a little angst. The characters were interesting and likable. Rowen's family was close-knit but Bridger, her brother, took things a bit farther. I loved it when Rowen's mom took care of Bridger and his issues. Rowen has been in love with Braxton for longer than she should have been. Braxton has wanted Rowen to be his for years. Now that Rowen is home from college and 21, nothing is going to stand in the way of them being together. I loved their happy ever after. I recommend reading this book.

[Sheila · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this brother's best friend love between Rowen and Braxton. Braxton is seven years older than Rowen but she has been in love with him for years and he has had his eye on her but his friend and her brother does not approve. When she graduates high school he tells her that she belongs to him but they need to wait until she gets out of college. She finishes college in three years and returns home where Braxton has purchased his own garage and home waiting on Rowen to return. This is a well written book with relatable characters.

[Melinda Parker · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rowen and Braxton have tapped dance around each other for years. Her age and family played heavily on Braxton's mind. He wanted her to experience life before settling down. He tried to seal her fate with a kiss and goodbye. Well, Rowen is tired of waiting. Braxton mans up or she moves on. When she challenges him, Braxton accepts and becomes everything she dreamed of. w

An alpha and sassy heroine go toe to toe. HEA, swoon worthy behavior, and love is served up.

[Ann Gibbs · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been anxiously waiting for Rowen and Braxton's story and absolutely loved it! Rowen knew exactly what she wanted and went after him, it was perfect. She is smart, sassy, beautiful and determined. Braxton is sweet, sexy, smart and all alpha male that is head over heels for Rowen and determined to have her even though he is best friends with her brother. Their story is well written with just the right amount of drama, steam, love and a wonderful HEA.

[Mulan Book Princess · Rating 4 out of 5]

A super hot and steamy love story! I adore how Rowen is such a strong and confident woman who goes for what she wants. I love how Braxton is such a gentleman, trying to do the right thing. They are both so good together and their chemistry is off the charts steamy hot! This was such an enjoyable read and a welcome addition to my library!

I received a free advanced review copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a fair and honest review.

[Danielle Marlowe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tory Baker did a great job on this story, Serviced had a strong plot that was written well. Braxton and Rowen were strong characters. Their relationship may have been on the forbidden side but these two were made for each other. The connection between them was strong, they were drawn to each other. The attraction was strong, their chemistry was sexy and sweet, they were great together.
I enjoyed this story, it was great.
Thank you, Tory Baker. Great work :)

[Chasity Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rowen and Braxton have a connection, Braxton is her brothers best friend. Between the age gap and her brother being Braxton best friend it keeps Braxton from going after what he wants. Until now. Three years have passed and Rowen is home from college with a business degree. Braxton is running his own auto shop but now its time to claim whats his. Will Rowen and Braxton finally get why they both want? Will there be a HEA?