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Billionaire Bosses of Seattle #3
Taming Xander
XANDER Goodbye, Silicon Valley. Hello, Seattle.
Only I find myself in dire need to replace my second in command, who couldn’t make the move. I’m determined to hire the newly graduated and incredibly talented computer wiz Kora O’Ryan. She comes recommended to me by an old friend, but have I gotten myself in over my head with this opinionated little viper? KORA
After graduating early from MIT, I couldn’t get out of Cambridge fast enough. I ran like a thief in the night, in need of a fresh start. I’m unimpressed by Mr. Kane’s reputation as a billionaire playboy, but with the possibility of my own past hot on my tail, my options are limited, and the job offer is a dream. But, thanks to the insistence of our mutual friend, I'll be living in his house. I have no idea how I’m going to keep things civil. Everyone wears a mask for the world, but will these two opposites be able to work together and see past those masks to the true person inside? Or will their perceived differences and close proximity be too much to overcome, ultimately tearing them apart?
Only I find myself in dire need to replace my second in command, who couldn’t make the move. I’m determined to hire the newly graduated and incredibly talented computer wiz Kora O’Ryan. She comes recommended to me by an old friend, but have I gotten myself in over my head with this opinionated little viper? KORA
After graduating early from MIT, I couldn’t get out of Cambridge fast enough. I ran like a thief in the night, in need of a fresh start. I’m unimpressed by Mr. Kane’s reputation as a billionaire playboy, but with the possibility of my own past hot on my tail, my options are limited, and the job offer is a dream. But, thanks to the insistence of our mutual friend, I'll be living in his house. I have no idea how I’m going to keep things civil. Everyone wears a mask for the world, but will these two opposites be able to work together and see past those masks to the true person inside? Or will their perceived differences and close proximity be too much to overcome, ultimately tearing them apart?
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Published May 9, 2023
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May 31, 2023
I loved this couple’s dialogue from the get go! This is a page turner from the very beginning. Xander is moving his company to Seattle to be closer to his friends. He needs to hire someone for a high position within his business. He reaches out to a friend,he recommends Kora.
Kora flys in to Washington for what she thought was an interview but it turns out to be an on the counter job offer. They exchange some not so nice things and comes to find out he has to be the one to tell her she is is staying with him for a few days.
Watch them fall for each other and try to keep their own demons in check.
The scuffle between Koras past and X, i was cheering the whole time. X going have his woman, saving her life . Moments like those melt my heart.
Kora flys in to Washington for what she thought was an interview but it turns out to be an on the counter job offer. They exchange some not so nice things and comes to find out he has to be the one to tell her she is is staying with him for a few days.
Watch them fall for each other and try to keep their own demons in check.
The scuffle between Koras past and X, i was cheering the whole time. X going have his woman, saving her life . Moments like those melt my heart.
January 2, 2024
I must say I am fast growing to like K. O'Kelly's style of writing. First, it was Gabriel, with Ava and now it is Xander with Lucky Charm
" I am glad I came. Glad I found you "
" I am glad you found me too. See, like I said A lucky charm."
A simple solitaire?" "It's big tho right"
"F$%k yeah, it's big. She's going to struggle to keep her finger up"
I don't wanna give away too much about this book other than that this book is perfect. The perfect blend of EVERYTHING you need in a book, lots of spice, action-packed, keeps you on your toes, the humorous banter between all the characters, and the close bond that they all share. It's fricken AWESOME. I love it. I can't express enough how much this new author is going to touch your heart in a way that will grip you and won't let go. ALL IN GOOD WAY.
Like me, I hope once you start reading her books you will start collecting the physical copies as well.
You won't regret it.
I can't get enough.
TEMPTING GABRIEL
TAMING XANDER
TRUSTING ARCHER
Just to name a few.
" I am glad I came. Glad I found you "
" I am glad you found me too. See, like I said A lucky charm."
A simple solitaire?" "It's big tho right"
"F$%k yeah, it's big. She's going to struggle to keep her finger up"
I don't wanna give away too much about this book other than that this book is perfect. The perfect blend of EVERYTHING you need in a book, lots of spice, action-packed, keeps you on your toes, the humorous banter between all the characters, and the close bond that they all share. It's fricken AWESOME. I love it. I can't express enough how much this new author is going to touch your heart in a way that will grip you and won't let go. ALL IN GOOD WAY.
Like me, I hope once you start reading her books you will start collecting the physical copies as well.
You won't regret it.
I can't get enough.
TEMPTING GABRIEL
TAMING XANDER
TRUSTING ARCHER
Just to name a few.
May 30, 2023
Holy crap this may have been my favorite book of this entire series!
While this is another romance where both characters fall fast and hard for each other, I think what sets this apart from the first two books in the series is the extreme tension between both of our main characters. Xander is a notorious playboy (at least in the eyes of the tabloids) which does him no favors when he meets Kora to interview her for a position as a favor to a friend. Despite being instantly attracted to her, her icy demeanor towards him based on the research she has done has him thinking second thoughts about everything. Add in sharing his house with her and this is going to be a nightmare.
Kora hasn't had it easy. Running away from a past that quite shake, this opportunity set up by one of her professors in Seattle at Kane Technologies is a dream- even if that dream comes attached to a playboy billionaire who seems to have a different woman on his arm at all times. Despite the obvious attraction she feels towards Xander, Kora knows she can never cross any lines- no matter how tempting it may be- if she wants to maintain her freedom and escape the clutches of her life in Cambridge. Now if only she can quickly find a place to call her own so she doesn't have to spend her spare time at his house feeling like an unwanted guest.
The banter between Xander and Kora was next level. They both know how to get under each other's skin and when they truly snap at each other they don't hold anything back. There were quite a few times in the beginning I thought they were just going to get everything out of their systems after a fight but was pleasantly surprised when they were able to restrain themselves until a big storm forces them to actually communicate with each other. When they finally do get around to understanding each other and give into their desires, the chemistry is so freaking hot- like off the charts hot.
The only downfall that I had with this book was when Kora's past comes back to haunt her, I feel like we could have gotten a bit more out of that. I feel that despite the fact that it was wrapped up in a nice way and helped close that chapter in her life, it would have been nice to see it drawn out a bit more and maybe give both Xander and Kora something to sweat over as everything was going on. It just fell a bit flat to me and I found myself wishing for a bit more drama.
Great book to wrap up this series and I can't wait to see what comes next from K. O'Kelly.
While this is another romance where both characters fall fast and hard for each other, I think what sets this apart from the first two books in the series is the extreme tension between both of our main characters. Xander is a notorious playboy (at least in the eyes of the tabloids) which does him no favors when he meets Kora to interview her for a position as a favor to a friend. Despite being instantly attracted to her, her icy demeanor towards him based on the research she has done has him thinking second thoughts about everything. Add in sharing his house with her and this is going to be a nightmare.
Kora hasn't had it easy. Running away from a past that quite shake, this opportunity set up by one of her professors in Seattle at Kane Technologies is a dream- even if that dream comes attached to a playboy billionaire who seems to have a different woman on his arm at all times. Despite the obvious attraction she feels towards Xander, Kora knows she can never cross any lines- no matter how tempting it may be- if she wants to maintain her freedom and escape the clutches of her life in Cambridge. Now if only she can quickly find a place to call her own so she doesn't have to spend her spare time at his house feeling like an unwanted guest.
The banter between Xander and Kora was next level. They both know how to get under each other's skin and when they truly snap at each other they don't hold anything back. There were quite a few times in the beginning I thought they were just going to get everything out of their systems after a fight but was pleasantly surprised when they were able to restrain themselves until a big storm forces them to actually communicate with each other. When they finally do get around to understanding each other and give into their desires, the chemistry is so freaking hot- like off the charts hot.
The only downfall that I had with this book was when Kora's past comes back to haunt her, I feel like we could have gotten a bit more out of that. I feel that despite the fact that it was wrapped up in a nice way and helped close that chapter in her life, it would have been nice to see it drawn out a bit more and maybe give both Xander and Kora something to sweat over as everything was going on. It just fell a bit flat to me and I found myself wishing for a bit more drama.
Great book to wrap up this series and I can't wait to see what comes next from K. O'Kelly.
May 31, 2023
Taming Xander is the third book in K. O'Kelly's Billionaire Bosses of Seattle series. Although it can be read as a standalone novel, we do see our favorite bosses and their wives from the first two books throughout this story. I really enjoyed seeing what those characters were up to while living their happily ever afters. This novel has it all - enemies to lovers, forced proximity, workplace romance, age gap romance, steamy and explosive attractions, HOT HOT HOT and spicy scenes, and so much more.
In this story, we discover more of Xander's back story. We first met him in Tempting Gabriel (Book 1) as he was moving his company from California to Seattle. He is known as a charming playboy billionaire but appearances and tabloid headlines are very misleading when it comes to Xander. He is an amazing boss and his employees adore him. With the major move of his company, he had several positions to fill which is how we meet Kora. She is a young, beautiful, and brilliant workaholic that just graduated top of her class at MIT. She is looking to escape her past and forge a new future.
The chemistry between Xander and Kora was off the charts even from their first encounter. This story has an enemies to lovers vibe, though calling them enemies isn't altogether accurate. They definitely have their ups and downs, but by the end, their story comes together nicely. I love Xander so much in this book and wish I had a boss like him. I do feel the past coming back to haunt Kora chapter was a little short and wish there was more to that arc of the story, but overall this was a great read. I highly recommend all three books! Xander's story is a great way to end the series, and I will be waiting to see what stories the author brings us next.
In this story, we discover more of Xander's back story. We first met him in Tempting Gabriel (Book 1) as he was moving his company from California to Seattle. He is known as a charming playboy billionaire but appearances and tabloid headlines are very misleading when it comes to Xander. He is an amazing boss and his employees adore him. With the major move of his company, he had several positions to fill which is how we meet Kora. She is a young, beautiful, and brilliant workaholic that just graduated top of her class at MIT. She is looking to escape her past and forge a new future.
The chemistry between Xander and Kora was off the charts even from their first encounter. This story has an enemies to lovers vibe, though calling them enemies isn't altogether accurate. They definitely have their ups and downs, but by the end, their story comes together nicely. I love Xander so much in this book and wish I had a boss like him. I do feel the past coming back to haunt Kora chapter was a little short and wish there was more to that arc of the story, but overall this was a great read. I highly recommend all three books! Xander's story is a great way to end the series, and I will be waiting to see what stories the author brings us next.
May 30, 2023
I have loved everything about this series so far and Xander is no exception. K. O'Kelly has a knack for writing these billionaire men who become putty in the hands of the women they love. Xander has intrigued me since he made his first appearance and I have to say I absolutely loved him.
Having relocated to Seattle with his business he is still adjusting. Little does he know that his world is about to be rocked when Kora O'Ryan is sent his way via a friend of his. From the moment his eyes land on her he is hooked.
Kora O'Ryan knows all about Xander's playboy ways....or does she. She is standoffish towards him because of what she has seen online about him. When she ends up living at his home she sees a side of him the media doesn't...his true side.
This sort of enemies to lovers couple was so enjoyable to read. Xander is a man who lives for his lady love. He is such a sweet man and the scenes with them were HOT!!! I always love when the FMC thinks she knows the MMC when in fact she honestly does not and we get to see those tender and loving sides to the MMC.
Having relocated to Seattle with his business he is still adjusting. Little does he know that his world is about to be rocked when Kora O'Ryan is sent his way via a friend of his. From the moment his eyes land on her he is hooked.
Kora O'Ryan knows all about Xander's playboy ways....or does she. She is standoffish towards him because of what she has seen online about him. When she ends up living at his home she sees a side of him the media doesn't...his true side.
This sort of enemies to lovers couple was so enjoyable to read. Xander is a man who lives for his lady love. He is such a sweet man and the scenes with them were HOT!!! I always love when the FMC thinks she knows the MMC when in fact she honestly does not and we get to see those tender and loving sides to the MMC.
May 30, 2023
I think I loved all the billionaire bosses equally. Kora O’Ryan is being hired by Xander Kane as the new CIO. Xander’s company recently made the move to Seattle. Kora is ready to start her life. She already knew that she wanted to work with Xander but she also knew his reputation. Despite Kora being instantly attracted to Xander, the playboy persona made her keep her distance. Keeping her distance is kind of hard when Kora finds out that she will be staying at his house until she finds an apartment.
The best thing for Xander to do is to stay away from Kora and her bitting commentary about his playboy life. A storm forces them together and that was all she wrote. Everything is going good until it isn’t. Kora had an ex-boyfriend that she ran away from and being with Xander is the spotlight might bring unwanted attention.
Great book. I am really enjoying this series. I hope to get more about Ava, Roz and Kora in the future.
The best thing for Xander to do is to stay away from Kora and her bitting commentary about his playboy life. A storm forces them together and that was all she wrote. Everything is going good until it isn’t. Kora had an ex-boyfriend that she ran away from and being with Xander is the spotlight might bring unwanted attention.
Great book. I am really enjoying this series. I hope to get more about Ava, Roz and Kora in the future.
May 28, 2023
Finally, I could go back to visit the Billionaire Bosses of Seattle. And this time, Xander will find his match.
Xander relocates to Seattle and is looking for a new second in command. In comes Kora, just graduated and looking for a job, and a place to stay. While looking for a home, Xander lets her stay at his house.
She knows he’s a player, and she’s determined not to become another of his conquests.
But living in the same place, and working together, can turn things around…
I loved that we got an update on the couples from the previous books.
The spice and chemistry were hot between Xander and Kora. And it’s proven to be true that opposites attract…
Xander relocates to Seattle and is looking for a new second in command. In comes Kora, just graduated and looking for a job, and a place to stay. While looking for a home, Xander lets her stay at his house.
She knows he’s a player, and she’s determined not to become another of his conquests.
But living in the same place, and working together, can turn things around…
I loved that we got an update on the couples from the previous books.
The spice and chemistry were hot between Xander and Kora. And it’s proven to be true that opposites attract…
June 4, 2023
This story of Xander and Kora is an insta love romance, and of course, boss/employee. This couple might have been my favorite of the 3. The beginning was a lot of the spicy stuff, but then there is some drama/thriller ish stuff going on later, which definitely elevated the story! There were a couple things that they did that bugged me, but they were all explained at a later point, so it was more of me just disagreeing with the characters lol. But it was fun so fun getting to see our other two billionaire bosses and it all coming full circle!
May 21, 2023
These billionaire bosses of Seattle are so delicious! This was a great read, Xander and Kora are so fun with there banter and back and forth. The angst of read, I like these insta-love that O’Kelly has written for this series. I think Xander and Kora complement each other so well and you feel it in the book the spice was great, good dirty talk and the family that all the characters from each of the books have made with each other just brings the series full circle.
May 26, 2023
I thought Ava and Roz had attitude....meet Kora..what would be a perfect addition to these girls. If only she could get past the tabloids view of her hot boss..plus her ex.
He isn't supposed to feel nothing or do nothing with her....yeah right! Not gonna happen apparently. But can he get her to see past the tabloids? What will he do when he finds her in a tough spot?
Will there be a new couple to join Gabriel and Ava, and Archer and Roz?
MUST READ TO FIND OUT! YOU WON'T REGRET IT!
He isn't supposed to feel nothing or do nothing with her....yeah right! Not gonna happen apparently. But can he get her to see past the tabloids? What will he do when he finds her in a tough spot?
Will there be a new couple to join Gabriel and Ava, and Archer and Roz?
MUST READ TO FIND OUT! YOU WON'T REGRET IT!
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January 14, 2024
This book starts as a love hate relationship in my opinion and both Mason u characters have their own quirks. Being trapped together during a snow storm brings out the truth and really makes you think and get raw with each other.
May 22, 2023
I really enjoyed this book! the banter and tension between Kora and Xander is 👌🏻🔥!
May 25, 2023
A nice, love/hate story with a few twists along the way!
June 2, 2023
Kora O'Ryan after from graduating from MIT, is looking for a job. Her college professor and friend recommends that she applies a tech company in Seattle. When she goes in for the interview, she meets the Xander Cane. They immediately have an attraction to each other. Kora lets Xander know that she has heard rumors of his playboy past and has no intention of being the next notch on his belt. While Kora is looking for a place to stay, she is staying at Xander's house in one of the guest rooms. They a cordial at the office but keep their distance at home. After getting snowed in together, there seems to be a change in their relationship. Will the change stick or is it just a hookup?
This is the third book in the Billionaire Bosses of Seattle series. This book has the tropes of forced proximity, enemies to lover, and work place romance. The couples from the previous two books in the series before this show up in this book. I loved this book and I couldn't put it down. The spice in this book is very hot.
This is the third book in the Billionaire Bosses of Seattle series. This book has the tropes of forced proximity, enemies to lover, and work place romance. The couples from the previous two books in the series before this show up in this book. I loved this book and I couldn't put it down. The spice in this book is very hot.
August 18, 2025
This book was great!!! Hands down, my favorite book of this series!!! Xander ummm yes plzzz loved him so much! Kora and Xander together ❤️ was definitely love at first sight! I highly recommend that you read this series because you won't ever forget it! Happy Reading 📚 😊
August 7, 2023
Working on Proper Review
The author sent me an ARC copy for an honest review. Full review later, but I am enjoying the book from what I read. It is a cute story of a woman who is one of the best in her field and gets hired by a big company. Yet, the boss is known to be a playboy by the media, and she is welcomed to live with him, and she lets him know how she feels about his image, and there are a lot of negative emotions at first, but both are lusting for one another… and then they get trapped in a storm in the same house.
Tropes
❥ Boss + Employee
❥ Anger + Lust + Love
❥ Forced Proximity
❥ Cozy + Spicy RomCom
❥ Office Fling to Relationship
The author sent me an ARC copy for an honest review. Full review later, but I am enjoying the book from what I read. It is a cute story of a woman who is one of the best in her field and gets hired by a big company. Yet, the boss is known to be a playboy by the media, and she is welcomed to live with him, and she lets him know how she feels about his image, and there are a lot of negative emotions at first, but both are lusting for one another… and then they get trapped in a storm in the same house.
Tropes
❥ Boss + Employee
❥ Anger + Lust + Love
❥ Forced Proximity
❥ Cozy + Spicy RomCom
❥ Office Fling to Relationship
June 1, 2023
Keeps Getting Better
Great addition to the Billionaire Bosses of Seattle
series! K O’Kelly’s growth as an author shows with every book published!
The tension and attraction between Xander and Kora was intense. Add in Kora’s obvious annoyance with Xander along with forced proximity and you get drama, angst, humor and all the spicy. Love it!
Always looking forward to more!
Great addition to the Billionaire Bosses of Seattle
series! K O’Kelly’s growth as an author shows with every book published!
The tension and attraction between Xander and Kora was intense. Add in Kora’s obvious annoyance with Xander along with forced proximity and you get drama, angst, humor and all the spicy. Love it!
Always looking forward to more!
May 17, 2023
Xander has just moved his company to Settle so he can be near his friend Gabriel, he takes all the people that could move with him but he needs a second and a friend recommends Kora she was just out of college and degrees from MIT, but her skills nearly out dos Xander.
Kora leaves everything for this job with Xander but when they meet her mouth gets the better of her about what the media say about him and his playboys way and that she does not wait to live with a playboy.
There is chemistry between them from the start but they both will not do anything about it because of what they both think of each other.
Xander can't believe what he is hearing her say and it gets back up right away, as yes he slept with a woman but he is not what the media has made him out to be.
The more time Kora spends with Xander she can't believe how wrong she was about him and that maybe her past has not really let her get to know him. So she wants to get to know him.
When Xander talks to Kora and she explains her past he can see why she thought he was just a playboy, the more time they spend together the harder it is for him not to start having feelings for her.
Can they both see past what they thought of each other and see what they could both hove together or is it too late for them.
Kora leaves everything for this job with Xander but when they meet her mouth gets the better of her about what the media say about him and his playboys way and that she does not wait to live with a playboy.
There is chemistry between them from the start but they both will not do anything about it because of what they both think of each other.
Xander can't believe what he is hearing her say and it gets back up right away, as yes he slept with a woman but he is not what the media has made him out to be.
The more time Kora spends with Xander she can't believe how wrong she was about him and that maybe her past has not really let her get to know him. So she wants to get to know him.
When Xander talks to Kora and she explains her past he can see why she thought he was just a playboy, the more time they spend together the harder it is for him not to start having feelings for her.
Can they both see past what they thought of each other and see what they could both hove together or is it too late for them.
June 15, 2023
This is the third book in the series and my absolute favourite!
Xander and Kara have the type of chemistry you dream of.
He's bowled over by her when she arrives as his new employee. Due to circumstances, she ends up staying in his home and then the sparks fly. They try to resist, but once those floodgates open, all bet are off. They can't deny the attraction and feelings they have for each other.
there are explicit language and graphic content, but in the best way.
If you haven't read the series, do yourself a favour and start! while these are all stand alone stories, there is a bit of overlap of characters from the other books and you'll want to read them all anyway!!
Xander and Kara have the type of chemistry you dream of.
He's bowled over by her when she arrives as his new employee. Due to circumstances, she ends up staying in his home and then the sparks fly. They try to resist, but once those floodgates open, all bet are off. They can't deny the attraction and feelings they have for each other.
there are explicit language and graphic content, but in the best way.
If you haven't read the series, do yourself a favour and start! while these are all stand alone stories, there is a bit of overlap of characters from the other books and you'll want to read them all anyway!!
May 29, 2023
🌜Billionaire MMC
🌜Office Romance
🌜Forced Proximity
This final book in the Billionaire Bosses of Seattle may honestly be my very favorite of the 3 books. The detail used was great. I found the characters relatable. The story was great, and I read this in 1 sitting. It was a nice slow down from the highly dark or emotional reads I tend to stray towards. I've been a reader of K. O'Kelly since her debut, and I have enjoyed every single one.
My heat rating is based on the amount of occurrence, how explicit, and how filthy/unconventional the scenes are. Overall, this rates about a 3/5 🌶.
🌜Office Romance
🌜Forced Proximity
This final book in the Billionaire Bosses of Seattle may honestly be my very favorite of the 3 books. The detail used was great. I found the characters relatable. The story was great, and I read this in 1 sitting. It was a nice slow down from the highly dark or emotional reads I tend to stray towards. I've been a reader of K. O'Kelly since her debut, and I have enjoyed every single one.
My heat rating is based on the amount of occurrence, how explicit, and how filthy/unconventional the scenes are. Overall, this rates about a 3/5 🌶.
May 30, 2023
I completed an ARC read of this book. I have enjoyed the whole series. Great storyline, from the beginning this book grabs your attention. Excellent character personalities. The pages fly by as you are emersed in the world with the characters. Fun banter, misunderstandings, fun work place vibes, lots of steamy moments, and learning to have faith.
Love the characters from previous books popping in for humor filled moments.
This is a great book series recomend this series!
Love the characters from previous books popping in for humor filled moments.
This is a great book series recomend this series!
May 30, 2023
I loved this series from the beginning. Taming Xander is Exceptional, Fiery, Romantic that once you start reading you are hooked. Xander and Kora’s chemistry burns off of the pages. You will love them as much as I have. Each books draws you in and makes you crave more. It’s Exciting, captivating, melts your heart. I cannot recommend or say enough about Taming Xander. A must must desire, passion, emotional and love stories that you will read again and again.
June 2, 2023
3 stars at a push 🙄🙄🙄
September 5, 2023
I thought the first was my favorite but I think this took the cake. The tension and banter were great. The chemistry was great.
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