Racing

Unleashed Romance #9

by Kylie Gilmore

What if your one-night stand is your one true love?
Eve
I’m not one for relationships. Yes, I have good reason. So a fling with an out-of-towner the day before I fly to Summerdale, Connecticut, to visit my sister seems like the perfect no-strings situation.

Only my first night there, my sister talks me into attending a fundraiser, and there he is! Dominic the veterinarian (no last names given) lives here in Summerdale.

Can I survive an entire week of sizzling chemistry and his seductive looks? My only saving grace is that neither of us is looking for a relationship, and I have to go back to LA for my job in a TV writers’ room.

But then the writers’ union goes on strike, and my sister begs me to stay longer.

And there’s Dominic tempting me for more.

There’s no future for me here, and he’s dedicated to his small-town veterinary practice. I’m not small town; he’s not city. Yes, I should definitely go home. But I just can’t bring myself to buy that ticket.

This romantic comedy stands alone with a swoonworthy happy-ever-after! No cliffhangers.

Unleashed Romance Series
Fetching (Book 1)
Dashing (Book 2)
Sporting (Book 3)
Toying (Book 4)
Blazing (Book 5)
Chasing (Book 6)
Daring (Book 7)
Leading (Book 8)
Racing (Book 9)
Loving (Book 10)

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

300 pages, Paperback

Published August 16, 2022

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Kylie Gilmore is the USA Today bestselling author of over fifty humorous contemporary romances. Her series include Happy Endings in Clover Park, Unleashed Romance, the Rourkes, the Happy Endings Book Club, Clover Park, and Clover Park Charmers. With more than three million downloads of her books, readers all over the world love escaping into her hilarious feel-good romances featuring strong bonds with family, friends, and community.

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KYLIE’S BOOKS

HAPPY ENDINGS IN CLOVER PARK
The Kissing Part (Book 1)
The Sexy Part (Book 2)

UNLEASHED ROMANCE
Fetching (Book 1)
Dashing (Book 2)
Sporting (Book 3)
Toying (Book 4)
Blazing (Book 5)
Chasing (Book 6)
Daring (Book 7)
Leading (Book 8)
Racing (Book 9)
Loving (Book 10)

THE ROURKES
Royal Catch (Book 1)
Royal Hottie (Book 2)
Royal Darling (Book 3)
Royal Charmer (Book 4)
Royal Player (Book 5)
Royal Shark (Book 6)
Rogue Prince (Book 7)
Rogue Gentleman (Book 8)
Rogue Rascal (Book 9)
Rogue Angel (Book 10)
Rogue Devil (Book 11)
Rogue Beast (Book 12)

HAPPY ENDINGS BOOK CLUB
Hidden Hollywood (Book 1)
Inviting Trouble (Book 2)
So Revealing (Book 3)
Formal Arrangement (Book 4)
Bad Boy Done Wrong (Book 5)
Mess With Me (Book 6)
Resisting Fate (Book 7)
Chance of Romance (Book 8)
Wicked Flirt (Book 9)
An Inconvenient Plan (Book 10) 
A Happy Endings Wedding (Book 11)

CLOVER PARK SERIES
The Opposite of Wild (Book 1)
Daisy Does It All (Book 2)
Bad Taste in Men (Book 3)
Kissing Santa (Book 4)
Restless Harmony (Book 5)
Not My Romeo (Book 6)
Rev Me Up (Book 7)
An Ambitious Engagement (Book 8)
Clutch Player (Book 9)
A Tempting Friendship (Book 10)
Clover Park Bride: Nico and Lily’s Wedding
A Valentine’s Day Gift (Book 11)
Maggie Meets Her Match (Book 12)

CLOVER PARK CHARMERS
Almost Over It (Book 1)
Almost Married (Book 2)
Almost Fate (Book 3)
Almost in Love (Book 4)
Almost Romance (Book 5)
Almost Hitched (Book 6)

Reviews

[Kylie Gilmore]

I can't wait to share Dominic and Eve's story with you! Eve is Jenna's younger sister.

What if your one-night stand is your one true love?
Eve
I’m not one for relationships. Yes, I have good reason. So a fling with an out-of-towner the day before I fly to Summerdale, Connecticut, to visit my sister seems like the perfect no-strings situation.

Only my first night there, my sister talks me into attending a fundraiser, and there he is! Dominic the veterinarian (no last names given) lives here in Summerdale.

Can I survive an entire week of sizzling chemistry and his seductive looks? My only saving grace is that neither of us is looking for a relationship, and I have to go back to LA for my job in a TV writers’ room.

But then the writers’ union goes on strike, and my sister begs me to stay longer.

And there’s Dominic tempting me for more.

There’s no future for me here, and he’s dedicated to his small-town veterinary practice. I’m not small town; he’s not city. Yes, I should definitely go home. But I just can’t bring myself to buy that ticket.

[Isha Coleman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Humor and heartache are a dangerous combination. From the unpredictable to the emotional, Racing does romance on it's own terms. Eve and Dominic turn a chance encounter into an unforgettable and irresistible journey of the heart.

[Lisa Broadman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Racing is the newest addition to the Unleashed Romance series. It is the story of Dominic and Eve. Eve is Jenna’s sister. She is a successful screen writer who lives in LA and who is divorced. Dominic is the town Veterinarian and is a recent transplant. He is also divorced. Both of them no longer believe in happily ever after for themselves but don’t mind participating in a happily for now situation. They meet in LA and decide to have a fling for just one night because Dominic is flying home the next day. They have strong chemistry and an even stronger attraction but the next day things end. They don’t exchange any personal information beyond first names, occupations and basic things. They assume their one night is all they will have which bums them both out afterwards because they had such a great time and strong connection.

Eve is flying to see her sister because she is having a baby and they’ve recently become close. While visiting Jenna, Eve offers to help cover some of the responsibilities that Jenna has and one of those is to help with the local shelter. Dominic is hosting this Adoption Fair to help the shelter that he runs in conjunction with his vet practice. They are shocked to see one another again but again, know that nothing can happen between them because they live on separate coasts. Dominic is pretty gung ho to pursue things while Eve is a bit more reluctant. Their chemistry is strong and they just keep running into one another but neither is interested in something long distance. While in the same town, they finally give in and decide to spend time together and get to know the person in addition to their physical relationship. They discover that not only is the other physically attractive, but they are also emotionally attractive. They become friends as well as lovers and then more. When Eve is finally called back to the west coast, it is a difficult return home for her and an even harder goodbye for Dominic. There are some snags along the way for Dominic and their relationship but they weather them pretty well. They both receive support from family and friends who see the attraction between these two and want to help foster it. They both grow and realize that the reason that they had give up on happily ever after was because they hadn’t found the right person. Having found each other now, they are looking at things differently.

This was a great story that just had me smiling the whole time. These characters are both genuinely good people that you find yourself totally pulling for! We see snippets of previous couples and get updates on their lives. General Joan makes an appearance and inserts herself in the middle of these two as well. We also see more of Drew and Audrey and see how their story might begin. This was a great addition to the series and what a great couple! For some reason, sunshine and happiness is all I could think of while reading this story! For two people who weren’t interested in something serious, they certainly found serious in their one night stand! Absolutely cannot wait for Drew and Audrey’s story!!

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, this story by far I think is the best in this series! Dominic will make you swoon, and Eve, well, you'll fall for her too! 5 racing stars for this one!
Eve is on her way to see her sister who is about to have her baby, they've recently become very close, and it's hard because Eve is on the west coast, with a demanding job so she doesn't get to see her as much as she'd like to. While out at a baby store looking to get a gift for the new baby, she runs into the most handsome guy with the nicest eyes, and when he mentions he's only in town for a conference, she figures she'll scratch that itch with him.
Dominic is a Veterinarian, and he had a bad marriage and he's not looking for more, so when the opportunity to spend the night with a hot woman comes up, he takes it. He figures he'll never see her again, but it happens to be one of the best nights of his life and he can't get her out of his mind. when he returns home, and goes to his annual pet adoption fair, the last person he expects to run into is Eve.
Follow their story, as their one night stand possibly turns into more!
I love this series so much, and this one, well it just totally took over my heart! Grab this one asap!

[Patti · Rating 5 out of 5]

A chance meeting and a one night stand....Could this turn into your soul mate??!!! A gut wrenching love story with many twists and turns that will have you falling in love with this couple and rooting them on for their HEA!! Troubled relationships in the past has this couple doubting that they can give this long distance relationship a chance!! One on the east coast, one on the west...so many obstacles to cross and past relationships get into the way!!! I enjoyed all the updates from past couples and enjoyed how the families came together to help this couple get over all their issues so they can be together! Go grab this stand alone love story that will keep you on the edge of your seat!!

[Lisa Benison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chemistry, Coincidences, Coast-to- Coast? Can a One-Night Stand Turn Into More?

This book had everything - babies, puppies, toddlers, steam, characters from previous books in the series dropping in, and so much heart. I was laughing, crying and loved really rooting for Eve and Dominic to work through all of their many issues and get their HEA because fundamentally they were such good people. It was well written, moved quickly and because I was so engaged in their story I finished it in one sitting. I enjoyed the "cameos" from other characters in the Unleashed series, and although this works perfectly as a standalone, the previous books in the series are wonderful as well.

I received an ARC from the author and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.

[JLS · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this Unleashed series by Kylie Gilmore. Sexy guys, dogs and the women who love them make for some great stories.
This book focuses on veterinarian, Dominic, and screenwriter, Eve. Dominic is visiting LA when he meets a fascinating lady, Eve. Their one night stand is supposed to be no strings attached. No last names, no sharing phone numbers. However, they each can't get the other out of their head.
Imagine their surprise when they meet in Eve's hometown which just happens to be where Dominic now lives. But she lives in LA, the other side of the country from Summerdale. How can they make it work? Throw in family, an ex, a child and a dog and you have the recipe for an amazing book!?
This book is a fun and easy read. I strongly recommend it.

[Dawn Herrera · Rating 5 out of 5]

Racing was a fun and exciting story with some wonderful characters. Kylie Gilmore has written another great book and it was a good addition to the Unleashed Romance series. Eve thinks a no strings fling with an out of towner is the perfect idea. Dominic is in town for a conference and is surprised by his attraction to the beautiful Eve and one night stand sounds exciting. This is just the start to a good story that had me giggling at times and actually had me tearing up at times. I really enjoyed this book and I highly recommend it.

[Maria Cecília · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a veterinarian in NY and a writer in LA could expect from their hot one night?? Both have been burnt before and being divorced have no longer expectations of HEA. Their past comes in the most unexpected times and throw ice buckets on their amazing chemistry. Kylie again insert this couple in this small town full of amazing characters we have already grown fond of, with Audrey and Drew appearing often to tease us about their next story in the series. Impossible to finish this book without longing for the next!!

[Annette · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW! Racing is another fabulous book in the Unleashed series by Kylie Gilmore. Eve and Dominic are instantly attracted to each other have a one night stand in LA. Dominic flies back home and Eve flys to visit her sister who just had baby. Surprise! for two people who didn’t want a relationship they meet again and their relationship is emotional, heartwarming with some twists. I love how Kylie weaves the other characters in this series throughout the book and it is nice to catch up with them. Highly recommend reading this book and you will absolutely love reading it.

[Victoria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another amazing story! It’s fun and heartwarming. It will captivate you from beginning to end as it pulls at your heartstrings. I loved the characters, the connection and the undeniable chemistry. I enjoyed Eve and Dominic’s journey as they overcome their insecurities and let love heal. I love getting more of our favorite couples. A great addition to the series and looking forward to reading more.

[Dianna F · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book! Dominic and Eve kept me entertained from their fist meet, to a one night stand, to being in the same city when they met in another, and to figuring out if they can be together.

It was entertaining to watch how their story unfolded and will definitely be reading this one again! I really enjoyed this book and I hope you will too!

[Coral Mitchell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Eve and Dominic are both looking for a fling especially as Eve is set to return to the city for work. Dominic is also facing pressure from his ex who knowingly lied to him. He plays right into his ex's manipulative ways and sets Eve to the side over her. That would be my one disappointment that he allows his ex to continue her terrible behavior just to placate her.

[Kristy · Rating 5 out of 5]

The veteran veterinarian gets his HEA! Dominic meets Eve in LA accidentally, and then their one night turns into forever. Fun read with a few “how are we going to make this work” moments. Cute babies abound!

[April Neal · Rating 4 out of 5]

Strike leads to love

Another great story that lets our favorite and most handsome vet find love. But not everything is going so well for Dominic because suddenly, the love of his life has her own like on the other side of the country.

[Candace Mantyk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Racing is the 9th in the Unleashed Series by Kylie Gilmore. Another great addition, this is the story of a one night stand that ends up being so much more.
I love this feel good story.

[Kim Schubert · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this new addition to the series! Smiled the whole time!

[Ruth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this whole series and feel like I live in Summerdale with a group of really good friends. I would have to be General Joan 😁based on age.

[Danielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series!! Dominic and Eve are the perfect match once they let things happen.

[Feija · Rating 4 out of 5]

4/5 ⭐️ I really liked this book!!

[Kelly Erwin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this sweet romance so much.

[Ruby · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am in love with this fabulous book that is full of heat and laughter. Eve and Dominic are so attracted to each other, that they can't keep their hands to themselves. It is so engaging, that it will keep you reading well past your bed time. I can't recommend it enough!

[Quinn Fforde · Rating 4 out of 5]

Both Eve and Dominic have given on up love for themselves, but they can't resist a one-night stand. They are stunned to find themselves in the same town again just a bit later, and that chemistry pulls them together again. As they learn more about themselves and each other, it is obvious that they would be a good couple, but neither wants a long-distance relationship. How can they work things out?

[Eileen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Eve and Dominic’s love story in Racing: A One Night Stand Love Romantic by Kylie Gilmore, book nine in her Unleashed Romance series, is a super sweet and romantic story about finding the perfect partner when you least expect it. Eve Larsen has dealt with enough men to believe she'll never find Mr. Right, so when she meets good-looking, just passing through town Mr. Right-Now, Eve decides to have some fun and not let him pass her by. Neither one knew that days later, arriving clear across the country to help her sister with a new baby, Eve would run into her one night stand. A writer's strike has Eve extending her visit and wondering why she was trying to avoid the man she can't forget. Veterinarian Dominic Russo can't believe his trip to LA had him leaving behind the most amazing woman he'd ever met. With no last names or phone numbers exchanged, he knows he'll never find her again. Imagine his surprise when he runs into city girl Eve in his small home town of Summerdale, volunteering in her sister’s place. Wanting another chance with Eve, he goes all out to convince her to give them another chance. All’s well until a little secret and a crazy ex-wife who knows no boundaries unexpectedly wake them up after a pleasant night together. It’s going to take all Dominic can give to convince Eve that despite living and working on opposite sides of the country that with the sizzling chemistry they spark, there is more to their relationship than it being a temporary fling.

From their meet-cute, a second chance, cute dogs, lots of babies, an overstepping ex and lots of steamy romance, Ms. Gilmore wrote a wonderful and moving story that is definitely not to be missed. She provided a tale rich with sizzling chemistry, fireworks, magnetic electricity, amusing banter, and revisiting with previous characters, giving Eve and Dominic a chance at love, happiness, and the possibility of a forever together. I highly recommend Racing to other readers and look forward to the next book in the series, Drew and Aubrey.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.

[Monica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kylie Gilmore knocks it out of the park with another Summerdale hero you'll instantly fall head over heals for and a story that will pull you in from page one. You'll be pulling an all nighter to finish this one. 

With her past, Eve Larsen has lived through enough to believe she'll never find Mr. Right, so when she meets gorgeous, just passing through town Mr. Right-Now Eve isn't foolish enough to let him pass her by. Who knew that days later, arriving clear across the country to help her sister with a new baby, she'd run smack into her one night stand. When a writer's strike has Eve extending her stay will she be able to avoid the man she can't forget?

Veterinarian Dominic Russo can't believe his trip to LA had him leaving behind the most incredible woman he'd ever met. And with no last names exchanged he knows he'll never find her again. So when he runs into city girl Eve in his small home town will he be able to convince her to give them a chance? Or will his secret convince her she was right about men all along?

With their careers on opposit sides of the country there seems little chance of this relationship becoming anything more than a temporary fling.

I received an ARC and voluntarily offer this review. 

[Margaret · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a beautiful story of finding the perfect partner when you least expect to. What starts as a one night stand turns into so much more. Dominic and Eve have chemistry from the very beginning but they live on opposites sides of the country, can they find a way to make it work? This story has a cute meet, a second chance, cute dogs, lots of babies, an overstepping ex and lots of steamy romance. This series is set in Summerdale a great town with lots of fun characters and it is always nice to visit old friends.

[Dianna F · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book! Dominic and Eve kept me entertained from their fist meet, to a one night stand, to being in the same city when they met in another, and to figuring out if they can be together.

It was entertaining to watch how their story unfolded and will definitely be reading this one again! I really enjoyed this book and I hope you will too!

[Cali Jewel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Could not put down this heartwarming and highly entertaining journey. Loved this sweetly sexy, laugh out loud and emotionally thrilling adventure filled with witty and engaging charters, heart racing twists and undeniable passion.

[Tami Schafer · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this next installment even Dominic are a great pairing. I like everything about it plus how you get couples from the past popping in here and there! I love how Eve interacts with Dominic‘s daughter with the pets with her nephew with everything it was a wonderful read.