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• CATO •

I shouldn’t want her.
But I do.

I shouldn’t be following her…
But I am.

And have been for over a year now.

Though up until tonight, I’ve kept to the shadows, settling for my taste of Adeline through the thrill of watching her live her life from a distance—still feeling somewhat connected to the girl.

But when that weasel she calls a boyfriend decides to lay his hands on her, I have no other choice than to step in; putting an end to lurking in her darkness where I’ve been longer than I’d like to admit…

But what she doesn’t know won’t hurt her.

All Adeline needs to know now is that I’m here, and determined to stay… for good.


If you swoon for age gap romances packed with nothing but steam and spice, then you’ll fall in love with Cato and Adeline's story! Each book in this series is a standalone read.

55 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 15, 2022

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9,119 reviews49 followers
April 15, 2022
This is the 3rd book in this series but it can be read as a standalone. Cato has been watching Adeline for over a year. He has wanted Adeline since the first time he saw her and when her boyfriend starts hurting her, he steps in. Will Adeline fall for this handsome older man? Fast-paced read with plenty of drama and steamy chemistry. I liked it.
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2,725 reviews26 followers
April 14, 2022
I kind of loved this story. It was entertaining and enjoyable even with the stalking and a brief touch of domestic abuse. The characters were easy to relate to, interesting, and likable for the most part. Paul was a major jerk and totally lame. He definitely deserved some comeuppance and I wish that he had gotten more than just a scare. Cato was protective of Adeline and had been for a while. He didn't want to interfere in her life but he couldn't stand by when she needed protection. Adeline hadn't believed that her boyfriend Paul would actually hurt her. After Cato stepped in, an opportunity arose where Cato could spend time with Adeline and get to know her better. I loved that they both wanted to get to know each other better even though both of them were thinking that the other was probably not interested in them like that. The way the story ended was wonderful. Their happily ever after was great although it would have been better with an additional epilogue further out. I recommend reading this book.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
2,314 reviews26 followers
June 29, 2022
A quick and super steamy age gap romance with a stalker vibe. Cato is drawn to the younger Adeline and follows her every chance he gets. Keeping to the shadows and dreaming of her beauty. When her boyfriend gets a bit pushy one night, he’s there as her knight in shining armor. A friendship soon begins and develops into so much more.

I loved the detail that went into Cato’s character and the descriptions of his feelings. Once they become friends he struggles to stay in the shadows but wants more of her time. It’s a dream come true to find that she wants him as well. I really enjoyed the development of feelings for Adeline. She feels his love and devotion and falls deeply for him. The steam is scorching hot and will melt your kindle! To top off an already fantastic story is a really sweet ending.

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1,600 reviews4 followers
April 15, 2022
This is book number 3 of the Wealthy Bachelors series and focuses on Cato and Adeline. Cato first laid eyes on Adeline a year prior and was instantly hooked. He immediately knew that there was something truly special about her and he just couldn’t let her go. Cato watched her from a distance until one night her boyfriend of 3 years got aggressive with her when she broke up with him. Cato immediately stepped in and protected her which led to his eventual opening to woo his girl and show her that they are meant to be together. This was hands down my favorite book by this author so far! This was an excellent addition to the series.

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4,400 reviews33 followers
April 18, 2022
I received this book with the understanding that I could leave a voluntary and honest review.

In this book we meet Adeline Bingem & Cato Bridges. Cato has been following Addeline for awhile now, ever since he saw her in the park. However on the night he sees her boyfriend put his hands on her he is done being in the shadows. Addeline doesn't know how her knight in shining armor got to her so fast but boy is she glad he did. Now if only she could quit thinking about him. Can these two find a HEA or will it be all over when she learns that Cato has been practically stalking her?

Another amazing hit by this author. I would highly recommend it to anyone and everyone.
1,758 reviews12 followers
April 15, 2022
An older man, a wealthy private pilot & a young innocent love story...
He'd been watching & longing for her for a while & stepped up when her hideous boyfriend got a bit rough. Although an innocent virgin she was bright & destined for success & she knew instinctively that she could trust her "stalker" to take care of her which he did ensuring she was safe at all times including in his bed. I received an arc & this is my honest & voluntary review.
8 reviews
January 18, 2024
Great potential, left still wanting

I know it’s written very short on purpose, but I feel like there was so much of the potential storyline left out leaving me wanting much much more. The ride home, the elevator ride, and then the actual sex scene seemed very brushed over and I would have loved it if they were expanded upon. Even though they have a HEA, the ending leaves much to be desired. There easily could have been 2 more chapters afterwards, toeing up some loose ends.
12.1k reviews75 followers
April 10, 2022
The author has given us a wonderful older man/younger woman story that pulls us into the lives of Cato and Adeline and does not let go. He has been stalking her for a year before he needs to come to her rescue. How will she react to him?

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1,781 reviews24 followers
April 16, 2022
A very good little story. I loved Cato even tho he is a stalker. He's been watching Adeline for a year. Adeline is in college. She's 10 years younger. She's off limits...............?
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
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1,243 reviews5 followers
June 4, 2022
She was in a bad relationship and then Cato comes to rescue her but he’s been watching her from afar that’s why he’s there at the right time.

I read an ARC via the author and I'm voluntarily choosing to review it.
Profile Image for Aimee.
290 reviews
December 27, 2022
Shortest one yet, a spicy Kinda stalker age gap but not really romance. Good for a 15 minute read if youre a fast reader or an hour if you take your time.

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24.2k reviews19 followers
April 25, 2022
I enjoyed Cato & Adeline’s book. It was an intriguing read. I got a copy of the book. And am voluntarily leaving my review.
3,731 reviews9 followers
July 20, 2022
Enjoyed reading this book
Profile Image for JANEMAR.
900 reviews5 followers
July 9, 2024
Libro corto = reseña corta.
Adeline +20 tiene un novio toxico que no la deja terminar la relacion y ella acepta la situacion porque se siente que esta en su zona de confort hasta que una noche el se pasa y casi la golpea en la puerta de la casa pero Cato +40 esta cerca y la defiende. A partir de ahi Cato empieza a cuidarla de lejos y ella se da cuenta que la sigue. Le reclama y se hacen amigos y el le cuenta que trabaja como piloto de jets privados de personas VIP asi que gana mucho dinero y trabaja poco.
Pasa lo que tenia que pasar y el ex le reclama pero ella no hace caso porque Cato le hizo ya la propuesta.
Ahora. les pregunto ..... ¿que tienen en la cabeza esas mujeres que tienen una relacion larga (en este caso 3 años) con alguien que se acuesta con muchas pero con ella no ? ahi se las dejo.
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