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Playing Rough
How it started: It was a hot and heavy secret hookup with my best friend’s little sister. How it’s going: That is definitely not a giant beach ball under her shirt. Oh, crap. I’m about to be a dad.
Life was going great for me. I was Sin Valley’s biggest playboy. My career was on the rise. And the best part? I was having a hot and heavy secret fling with my best friend’s little sister. Things were supposed to be just casual. Because Minka and I can’t even stand each other for more than five seconds when we’re not busy, playing rough between the sheets.
It was all about sex.
But with zero warning, Minka changed her phone number and skipped town, disappearing into thin air.
Wait. What?! I’m Declan Harris. Rockstar. Nobody ghosts me. Except she did. And suddenly, nothing feels right without this sassy woman in my life.
But when she reappears in Sin Valley seven months later, that sure as hell is not a giant beach ball under her shirt. Holy hell. I’m going to be a father? Me?
Looks like it’s time to give up my playboy ways. Because there’s no way I’m letting my kid grow up without a father.
And now that Minka’s back in my life, there’s no way I’m letting her stubborn ass get away again.
Life was going great for me. I was Sin Valley’s biggest playboy. My career was on the rise. And the best part? I was having a hot and heavy secret fling with my best friend’s little sister. Things were supposed to be just casual. Because Minka and I can’t even stand each other for more than five seconds when we’re not busy, playing rough between the sheets.
It was all about sex.
But with zero warning, Minka changed her phone number and skipped town, disappearing into thin air.
Wait. What?! I’m Declan Harris. Rockstar. Nobody ghosts me. Except she did. And suddenly, nothing feels right without this sassy woman in my life.
But when she reappears in Sin Valley seven months later, that sure as hell is not a giant beach ball under her shirt. Holy hell. I’m going to be a father? Me?
Looks like it’s time to give up my playboy ways. Because there’s no way I’m letting my kid grow up without a father.
And now that Minka’s back in my life, there’s no way I’m letting her stubborn ass get away again.
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Published February 22, 2022
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February 23, 2022
Love Declan and Minka
Declan and Minka are always arguing but one night they have amazing sex and Minka says that it’s only one night. Well one night turned into more and they both start to feel more but they both have issues. So Minka leaves for seven months and comes back with a bump. Can Declan be the man Minka needs ? Great characters and storyline Highly recommended Amazing Book. Cassie-Ann writes worlds and people that you want to live in
Declan and Minka are always arguing but one night they have amazing sex and Minka says that it’s only one night. Well one night turned into more and they both start to feel more but they both have issues. So Minka leaves for seven months and comes back with a bump. Can Declan be the man Minka needs ? Great characters and storyline Highly recommended Amazing Book. Cassie-Ann writes worlds and people that you want to live in
April 10, 2022
Honest review
The journey gets rough along the way and there is a lot of growing up needed along the way. Steamy journey.
The journey gets rough along the way and there is a lot of growing up needed along the way. Steamy journey.
February 27, 2022
I struggled!
I honestly had a hard time liking Minka. So the entire book this man is proving himself and showing his love 100 different ways and she punishes him most of the book. He was a 27 year old man, with no responsibilities. He didn’t need to prove to her before they started hooking up. To me he was just a person acting carefree. Minka played games at the club and apparently did that a lot. She sleeps with him and then would take off. She set the bar it was just sex. Then she takes a question she asked about another person and insist he means it towards her. That sets her off to leave town. She then finds out she’s pregnant and for eight months avoids his frantic phone calls. I was like how in the world could any rational human being think he didn’t care? Yet he got lectures from everyone he had to do all the growing in the relationship. I get that the author wrote they both had hang ups from their parents relationship, but man I was waiting for someone to give Minka the same lecture. He never cheated on her once. In fact he was always taking care of her their entire life. Then at the end one lines says she finally learned he was a good man.. The man built gardens for his grandma, sang songs to her and worried about her constantly. I get this book was about them realizing they’ve always loved each other, but I felt up until the end he was a punching bag for what wasn’t quite right in their relationship. I think I would have gave this book five stars if both of them did a little self discovery into their characters.
I honestly had a hard time liking Minka. So the entire book this man is proving himself and showing his love 100 different ways and she punishes him most of the book. He was a 27 year old man, with no responsibilities. He didn’t need to prove to her before they started hooking up. To me he was just a person acting carefree. Minka played games at the club and apparently did that a lot. She sleeps with him and then would take off. She set the bar it was just sex. Then she takes a question she asked about another person and insist he means it towards her. That sets her off to leave town. She then finds out she’s pregnant and for eight months avoids his frantic phone calls. I was like how in the world could any rational human being think he didn’t care? Yet he got lectures from everyone he had to do all the growing in the relationship. I get that the author wrote they both had hang ups from their parents relationship, but man I was waiting for someone to give Minka the same lecture. He never cheated on her once. In fact he was always taking care of her their entire life. Then at the end one lines says she finally learned he was a good man.. The man built gardens for his grandma, sang songs to her and worried about her constantly. I get this book was about them realizing they’ve always loved each other, but I felt up until the end he was a punching bag for what wasn’t quite right in their relationship. I think I would have gave this book five stars if both of them did a little self discovery into their characters.
February 22, 2022
Jeez Louise! I freaking loved this book.
In Playing Along we find out that Minka has left town and disappeared which causes Declan to freak out. Um, why? What kind of secrets is Declan keeping? Hmmm?
We find out in the beginning of this fantastic book that Declan and Minka were hooking up hot and heavy. Minka finally realized that Declan is never going to grow up and leave his playboy ways and love her the way she really wants so she extracts herself from the pain. Declan is beside himself for seven whole months until Minka comes back to town. Liam, Mr. Nosey these days, calls Declan into his office and low and behold there is Minka in the conference room and when she rises from her seat behind the conference table, he nearly loses his mind when he sees that she is pregnant. Like really, really pregnant. WTH?
This book was a total binge worthy read. The bad thing about E-Readers, they need charged occasionally and if weren't for my Kindle being so damn needy, I would have finished this book a long time ago because I couldn't help but binge. CA is one of the best story tellers and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next.
In Playing Along we find out that Minka has left town and disappeared which causes Declan to freak out. Um, why? What kind of secrets is Declan keeping? Hmmm?
We find out in the beginning of this fantastic book that Declan and Minka were hooking up hot and heavy. Minka finally realized that Declan is never going to grow up and leave his playboy ways and love her the way she really wants so she extracts herself from the pain. Declan is beside himself for seven whole months until Minka comes back to town. Liam, Mr. Nosey these days, calls Declan into his office and low and behold there is Minka in the conference room and when she rises from her seat behind the conference table, he nearly loses his mind when he sees that she is pregnant. Like really, really pregnant. WTH?
This book was a total binge worthy read. The bad thing about E-Readers, they need charged occasionally and if weren't for my Kindle being so damn needy, I would have finished this book a long time ago because I couldn't help but binge. CA is one of the best story tellers and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next.
August 9, 2022
I’m undecided.
I love this serious! Absolutely love it, but for some reason book 4 didn’t give me what I thought it would. Each book has been funny with a touch of heartbreak and drama, and a good dose of spice. This book gave all of those things, but I just feel like something was missing.
I was waiting on Minka & Declan’s story. You could tell there was some bad blood there just fiery and hot enough to make love. Yet, the unfolding of their story was a little stale and i love Cassie-Ann’s writing.
Minka & Declan are in love with each other, but refuse to put pride aside and actually voice it to the other’s face. After “hooking up” Minka has a secret to tell Declan but hides away in a neighboring town because she thinks he will never love her. When she finally returns they have to grow up and face the fact that they not only love each other but have to love what they are building together and do so without fear.
I love this serious! Absolutely love it, but for some reason book 4 didn’t give me what I thought it would. Each book has been funny with a touch of heartbreak and drama, and a good dose of spice. This book gave all of those things, but I just feel like something was missing.
I was waiting on Minka & Declan’s story. You could tell there was some bad blood there just fiery and hot enough to make love. Yet, the unfolding of their story was a little stale and i love Cassie-Ann’s writing.
Minka & Declan are in love with each other, but refuse to put pride aside and actually voice it to the other’s face. After “hooking up” Minka has a secret to tell Declan but hides away in a neighboring town because she thinks he will never love her. When she finally returns they have to grow up and face the fact that they not only love each other but have to love what they are building together and do so without fear.
March 2, 2022
Playing Rough is the fourth book in the The Playboys of Sin Valley series. It's an Rom-Com with a small town, Frenemies to Lovers with my best friends little sister trope. This book is fast paced, has great characters that dish out a lot of witty banter and a HEA.
Declan is a rockstar whose always had a crush on his best friends little sister, Minka. He pulls her off of a tabletop where she's dancing, they proceed to fight, he kisses her and they both decide to move things elsewhere, like his condo. It was only supposed to be one night but one night turns into a few weeks.
Minka realizes he will not commit or grow up so she leaves town. She comes back 7 months later very pregnant. Deck realizes in order for him to be with her, he must make some serious adult changes. But will those changes be a little to late or does he have what it takes to be a family man?
Declan is a rockstar whose always had a crush on his best friends little sister, Minka. He pulls her off of a tabletop where she's dancing, they proceed to fight, he kisses her and they both decide to move things elsewhere, like his condo. It was only supposed to be one night but one night turns into a few weeks.
Minka realizes he will not commit or grow up so she leaves town. She comes back 7 months later very pregnant. Deck realizes in order for him to be with her, he must make some serious adult changes. But will those changes be a little to late or does he have what it takes to be a family man?
February 23, 2022
Phenomenal! This book is Rom-Com gold!!!
This is Cassie Ann L Miller writing at its finest! This series has been one fantastic book after another and, if I’m honest, I didn’t think she would be able to top her last one. Boy, did she prove me wrong. This is one of those rare books that will stick with you. Ms Miller completely slayed me and brought all the feels with Playing Rough! I couldn’t put this super sexy, hilarious, heartfelt, emotional, and swoon-worthy rom-com down. Phenomenal! This book is Rom-Com gold! This is a definitely a must read. Absolutely loved it!! Happy reading everyone!!
This is Cassie Ann L Miller writing at its finest! This series has been one fantastic book after another and, if I’m honest, I didn’t think she would be able to top her last one. Boy, did she prove me wrong. This is one of those rare books that will stick with you. Ms Miller completely slayed me and brought all the feels with Playing Rough! I couldn’t put this super sexy, hilarious, heartfelt, emotional, and swoon-worthy rom-com down. Phenomenal! This book is Rom-Com gold! This is a definitely a must read. Absolutely loved it!! Happy reading everyone!!
February 25, 2022
Declan and Minka grew up together and they have this hot chemistry but he doesn't want to settle down and grow up and after one night of passion she ups and leaves town. Months later they meet again and she has a surprise in store for him....Will he step up to the plate and give her everything she wants or is she going to do this on her own??? This story brings just enough drama, steaming chemistry between Declan and Minka for them to find an HEA. I volunteered to review this story.
March 3, 2022
Declan and Minka rocks!
The sparks fly in this frenemies to lovers romance read. Declan and Minka always had an explosive relationship and when they take it to the next level, the heat level sizzles. But when emotions come into play will they be able to take it up a step? One click to find out in this new release that doesn’t disappoint with plenty of drama and entertainment that made for an enjoyable story.
The sparks fly in this frenemies to lovers romance read. Declan and Minka always had an explosive relationship and when they take it to the next level, the heat level sizzles. But when emotions come into play will they be able to take it up a step? One click to find out in this new release that doesn’t disappoint with plenty of drama and entertainment that made for an enjoyable story.
March 6, 2022
Wow! Declan and Minka explode when they get together. Having known each other all their lives, they have to readjust their lives, opinions, and maturity levels when two pink lines show up. Absolutely loved how Declan went all in showing Minka that the baby AND Minka came 1st in his life. Hilarious watching the men get together and shop for baby stuff. Would love to see a book for Katrina.
I received an Advance Reader Copy and am voluntarily leaving a review
I received an Advance Reader Copy and am voluntarily leaving a review
March 10, 2022
Can a playboy change his ways? What should’ve only been one night turned into more and feelings happened and when reality sits in, Minka realizes that Declan will never change his ways and takes herself out of the relationship equation, that is until she’s back months later with a secret of her own. Will these two figure things out or is it too little too late? Their story is steamy, good banter, and full of emotions.
September 28, 2022
You’ll regret not reading this one!
I can’t even begin to tell you how much I enjoyed Declan and Minka’s story! I adore the best friend/ sibling’s best friend tropes but this was such an unexpected and pleasant twist on that. I think I felt every emotion possible while reading it. And let’s take a minute to talk about that baby store scene…I laughed until I peed! I’m excited to get my hands on book 5 now.
I can’t even begin to tell you how much I enjoyed Declan and Minka’s story! I adore the best friend/ sibling’s best friend tropes but this was such an unexpected and pleasant twist on that. I think I felt every emotion possible while reading it. And let’s take a minute to talk about that baby store scene…I laughed until I peed! I’m excited to get my hands on book 5 now.
February 22, 2022
Playing Rough is definitely a book that will send you on a rough bumpy ride! Pun intended. This book is about Minka and Declan and let me tell you, the sizzling chemistry is off the charts. However Minka leaves town abruptly and Declan is beside himself.
Then months later his friend asks him to help him with a dating app, needless to say he sees Minka and she gives him the shock of his life.
Honestly their journey in this story had me holding my breath. It was almost a love to hate friendship….the angst, the lengths Declan has to go through, truly made me desperately want a very happy ending.
I devoured this book and absolutely highly recommend you add it to your tbr list!
Then months later his friend asks him to help him with a dating app, needless to say he sees Minka and she gives him the shock of his life.
Honestly their journey in this story had me holding my breath. It was almost a love to hate friendship….the angst, the lengths Declan has to go through, truly made me desperately want a very happy ending.
I devoured this book and absolutely highly recommend you add it to your tbr list!
February 19, 2022
I thought that this was a very good read. There are plenty of sparks to be had as Declan and Minka's story unfolds. Heat, drama, humor, twists, emotion and a hint of the forbidden blend into a potent brew that goes down easily and has you entertained and engaged. I liked it a lot. This is my volitional, forthright review.
February 22, 2022
Minka has been crushing on Declan forever. When Minka finds out she's pregnant with Declan's baby, Declan makes all sorts of plans for their future. Too bad Declan's a playboy ... once a player, always a player, right? Playing Rough has a fun mix of drama, humor, steam and all the feels that will keep you turning the pages.
February 25, 2022
sin valley
Style: enemies to lovers & best friends sister
Story: 4/5
Enjoyment: 4/5
Dark Level: 1/5
Sexual Level: 3/5
Triggers: No
Violence: No
Male: Sexy
Series: 4
Audio: N/A
Kindle Unlimited: Yes
Been waiting for this baby to come out. Great story all side characters great. I felt the connection between the h&H but felt the ending too rushed and not enough drama.
Style: enemies to lovers & best friends sister
Story: 4/5
Enjoyment: 4/5
Dark Level: 1/5
Sexual Level: 3/5
Triggers: No
Violence: No
Male: Sexy
Series: 4
Audio: N/A
Kindle Unlimited: Yes
Been waiting for this baby to come out. Great story all side characters great. I felt the connection between the h&H but felt the ending too rushed and not enough drama.
February 26, 2022
OMG, spending time with Declan was sooo entertaining, and watching him prove himself to Minka had me laughing out loud one moment, then shaking my head at them the next. These characters definitely had me turning pages quickly to see what Declan would do next. I loved it. This is a voluntary review of an advanced copy.
March 10, 2022
Great Book
This book was great! It really was a funny book. Deacon and Meka are just the best. Deacon being so commited and trying to make Meka see his love for her was great. This also a Rockstar book. Witch makes it even better. I love how Cassie-Ann can write a book to keep my attention and leaving me wanting more!
This book was great! It really was a funny book. Deacon and Meka are just the best. Deacon being so commited and trying to make Meka see his love for her was great. This also a Rockstar book. Witch makes it even better. I love how Cassie-Ann can write a book to keep my attention and leaving me wanting more!
February 23, 2023
Minka & Declan.
So happy they had their own story. The angst that Minka faced not know how Declan truly felt . Declan worked so hard to show her how much he loved her, but with his unfortunate upbringing by his parents, the words just would not pass his lips. His granny & brother however did communicate & show their love to him. Fun read.
So happy they had their own story. The angst that Minka faced not know how Declan truly felt . Declan worked so hard to show her how much he loved her, but with his unfortunate upbringing by his parents, the words just would not pass his lips. His granny & brother however did communicate & show their love to him. Fun read.
February 18, 2022
Love, love, loved Declan and Minka with all of their issues and feeling their way thru their all of the feels, steamy, hate to love you, but I do, romance. Can Deck show Minka it's always been her and that he's grown up or will she break all of their hearts.
February 20, 2022
The beginning was a bit different then I am used to from this author but all in all it was a good book . 2 people not wanting to show their true feelings for different fears . love how he stepped up and became what she needed .
February 22, 2022
This is another good story in this series. I wasn't sure about these characters at the beginning of the story but the farther into the story I got the more I liked Declan. I always understood Minka and why she made the choices she did and why Declan was attracted to her.
February 27, 2022
Playing Rough
Playing Rough by Cassie-Ann L. Miller is book four in The Playboys of Sin Valley series. Decker and Minka finally get together after she finds herself pregnant by him. They navigate the pregnancy and coupledom together.
Playing Rough by Cassie-Ann L. Miller is book four in The Playboys of Sin Valley series. Decker and Minka finally get together after she finds herself pregnant by him. They navigate the pregnancy and coupledom together.
February 27, 2022
Rockstar
Loved Minka and Declan. Minka had to learn to trust and Declan had to learn what was important and grow up. I love how Cassie-Ann Miller's characters overlap from book to book. Can't wait for the next in this series.
Loved Minka and Declan. Minka had to learn to trust and Declan had to learn what was important and grow up. I love how Cassie-Ann Miller's characters overlap from book to book. Can't wait for the next in this series.
July 14, 2022
ugh
I kept hoping Declan would find someone other than Minka. This character wasn’t likable in other books and she was even less likable is this one. Her self absorption was hard to swallow.
I kept hoping Declan would find someone other than Minka. This character wasn’t likable in other books and she was even less likable is this one. Her self absorption was hard to swallow.
September 3, 2024
Playboy going down.
They each have had a secret crush on each other for years but because they both have had difficult childhoods they are afraid to commit. They finally have a brief fling and boy does that bring about complications.
They each have had a secret crush on each other for years but because they both have had difficult childhoods they are afraid to commit. They finally have a brief fling and boy does that bring about complications.
May 30, 2025
Wonderful
Ah, we finally got to Minx and Deck's story! I loved it! They hooked up and then Minx got scared and ran away. Comes back months later pregnant with his baby. Deck must prove to her that he has changed and they could have a great life together.
Ah, we finally got to Minx and Deck's story! I loved it! They hooked up and then Minx got scared and ran away. Comes back months later pregnant with his baby. Deck must prove to her that he has changed and they could have a great life together.
February 19, 2022
Declan and Minka's story is one of passion, struggles and a jack pot of emotions. I found it to be entertaining and could feel the love and sparks between the characters it is a delightful read.
February 26, 2022
Finally
I continued to ask myself if Minx would ever figure it out. Deck is a goof ball who needed a push to man up. Looking forward to the next book.
I continued to ask myself if Minx would ever figure it out. Deck is a goof ball who needed a push to man up. Looking forward to the next book.
March 2, 2022
Enjoyed it.
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