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Billionaire Players #1
The Power Player
๐ ๐ฒ๐ฒ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ฒ๐๐ถ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฟ๐๐ ๐๐ถ๐บ๐ฒ ๐๐ฎ๐ ๐ฎ๐ป ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ป๐.
๐ง๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ถ๐บ๐ฒ, ๐ต๐ฒ ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ต๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฑ ๐บ๐ฒ ๐๐ฒ๐น๐น๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐บ๐ ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐๐ ๐ณ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐ ๐ ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฎ ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ.
Iโm a homebody who prefers sweatpants, messy buns and hoodies. Iโm more comfortable behind my laptop weaving love stories than trying to find my own happy ending after being burned one too many times by my own family.
The captivating CEO billionaire is the last person I want to take. His money and social status only reminds me of the family I ran from. As it turns out, Iโm not the only one who needs something. One fake date for a wedding turns into a full farce of a relationship.
The rules are simple. Minimal PDA, limited social events, and absolutely no falling for each other.
Somewhere along the way, things started going from fake to real. Only I donโt know if I can trust him enough to let him break down the walls surrounding my heart.
๐๐ฐ๐ธ ๐ฅ๐ฐ ๐ ๐ฌ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฑ ๐ฎ๐บ๐ด๐ฆ๐ญ๐ง ๐จ๐ณ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฏ๐ฅ๐ฆ๐ฅ ๐ช๐ฏ ๐ณ๐ฆ๐ข๐ญ๐ช๐ต๐บ ๐ธ๐ฉ๐ฆ๐ฏ ๐ฉ๐ฆ ๐ฉ๐ฐ๐ญ๐ฅ๐ด ๐ข๐ญ๐ญ ๐ต๐ฉ๐ฆ ๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ธ๐ฆ๐ณ?
๐ง๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ถ๐บ๐ฒ, ๐ต๐ฒ ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ต๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฑ ๐บ๐ฒ ๐๐ฒ๐น๐น๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐บ๐ ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐๐ ๐ณ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐ ๐ ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฎ ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ.
Iโm a homebody who prefers sweatpants, messy buns and hoodies. Iโm more comfortable behind my laptop weaving love stories than trying to find my own happy ending after being burned one too many times by my own family.
The captivating CEO billionaire is the last person I want to take. His money and social status only reminds me of the family I ran from. As it turns out, Iโm not the only one who needs something. One fake date for a wedding turns into a full farce of a relationship.
The rules are simple. Minimal PDA, limited social events, and absolutely no falling for each other.
Somewhere along the way, things started going from fake to real. Only I donโt know if I can trust him enough to let him break down the walls surrounding my heart.
๐๐ฐ๐ธ ๐ฅ๐ฐ ๐ ๐ฌ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฑ ๐ฎ๐บ๐ด๐ฆ๐ญ๐ง ๐จ๐ณ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฏ๐ฅ๐ฆ๐ฅ ๐ช๐ฏ ๐ณ๐ฆ๐ข๐ญ๐ช๐ต๐บ ๐ธ๐ฉ๐ฆ๐ฏ ๐ฉ๐ฆ ๐ฉ๐ฐ๐ญ๐ฅ๐ด ๐ข๐ญ๐ญ ๐ต๐ฉ๐ฆ ๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ธ๐ฆ๐ณ?
272 pages, Paperback
Published December 15, 2022
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About the author
Norma Marie
11ย books317ย followersNorma Marie is a contemporary romance author who believes in love that heals. With heroโs full of devotion and heroines who find their worth after trauma, her stories will encompass you in swoon worthy moments that steal your breath away.
Residing in Clarksville, TN with her small zoo, Norma Marie can often be found in her craft room playing in glitter and inks or writing stories full of hope and passion. She's a lover of romance and when she isnโt covered in glitter or sitting behind her desk bringing her stories to life, sheโs often sitting on her deck with her kindle and a glass of wine.
Residing in Clarksville, TN with her small zoo, Norma Marie can often be found in her craft room playing in glitter and inks or writing stories full of hope and passion. She's a lover of romance and when she isnโt covered in glitter or sitting behind her desk bringing her stories to life, sheโs often sitting on her deck with her kindle and a glass of wine.
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December 16, 2022
The Power Player (Billionaire Players #1) by Norma Marie is a contemporary billionaire fake-relationship romance told in first person dual POV. The story follows the relationship between Levi Chambers, a new-money billionaire and CEO, and Sienna Abbott, a romance author and his next-door neighbor.
Sienna comes from a powerful old-money family whose technological firm is the worldwide leader. She walked away from that world to pursue her dreams, and prefers to stay far from her parentsโ social circles and anyone who may frequent them. But Siennaโs willing to make an exception and bring Levi as a date to her sisterโs wedding if it will save her from being paired with a slimeball family friend. Levi needs to clean up his playboy reputation if he wants to remain CEO of his investment firm. So he and Sienna agree to help each other out.
I loved Sienna and Leviโs story. It was easy to connect with the characters and stay invested from beginning to end. The fake-relationship trope is one of my favorites, and The Power Player did not disappoint. It was a fun read with enough chemistry, banter, and emotion to keep the pages turning. It was sweet, romantic and a little spicy. It's a great start to a new series, and after that epilogue, I canโt wait to read Coltonโs story next!
*** I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC. ***
Sienna comes from a powerful old-money family whose technological firm is the worldwide leader. She walked away from that world to pursue her dreams, and prefers to stay far from her parentsโ social circles and anyone who may frequent them. But Siennaโs willing to make an exception and bring Levi as a date to her sisterโs wedding if it will save her from being paired with a slimeball family friend. Levi needs to clean up his playboy reputation if he wants to remain CEO of his investment firm. So he and Sienna agree to help each other out.
I loved Sienna and Leviโs story. It was easy to connect with the characters and stay invested from beginning to end. The fake-relationship trope is one of my favorites, and The Power Player did not disappoint. It was a fun read with enough chemistry, banter, and emotion to keep the pages turning. It was sweet, romantic and a little spicy. It's a great start to a new series, and after that epilogue, I canโt wait to read Coltonโs story next!
*** I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC. ***
December 10, 2022
The story for strangers to lovers! Both are rich but she comes from old money and family has a tech empire while he's new money and CEO of his own investment company. They're neighbors and have never spoken to each other until he over hears her personal phone call about her sister's wedding. He insisted on taking her to her sister's wedding since she didn't have a date and didn't want her mom to set her up. This "fake date" turns into a "business transaction" for further dates not only for Sienna's to not have to deal with creepy family friend her parents keep trying to pawn her off on, but also for his image to his board of directors as a womanizer. The rules were simple "don't fall for each other." But that rule was broken!
I love the way this book starts out with spicy. It has great emotional rollercoaster story that tugs at you and makes you feel like you are there experiencing everything right along with Sienna and Levi! Great read!
I love the way this book starts out with spicy. It has great emotional rollercoaster story that tugs at you and makes you feel like you are there experiencing everything right along with Sienna and Levi! Great read!
December 18, 2022
If you have read anything by this author then you are missing out. Ms. Marie is a great author and this is the perfect book to start with. Levi and Sienna are the types of characters you want to read about. Levi was a powerhouse in the office and out of the office. He was the rock Sienna needed. There were times I wanted to reach through the book and hug that girl. While reading you will realize that she has a beautiful soul. Sienna would be the perfect friend. Honestly, Levi was exactly what she needed. I can't wait to read about their growth during this series.
December 8, 2022
Levi opened his door and saw his neighbor who he surprised. Sienna walking to the elevator and Levi is behind He hears she needs a date for her sisterโs wedding. He volunteers and she ran away from him. She ends up taking him and he realizes he may need her help so he seems less of a playboy to his board. They are both attracted to each other physically, and itโs gets harder to fight. This is just fake dating right ? Great characters and storyline Highly recommended. Amazing Book. Love the banter and the spice. This is my first book by this author definitely not the last.
December 18, 2022
I have no idea where Norma Marie was hiding Levi and Sienna in her head but I am so thrilled she brought there story to life for everyone to enjoy. Hands down this is a 5 star read for me. I wish I could give it more stars. This book had everything. Adorable dog, swoontastic hero, hesitant overthinking heroine, blindfold spicy scene, HEA!!!! Seriously this book was on a different levelโฆLevi and his tie!!!!!!!
Ok a brief what itโs about - Sienna is living her best life until her parents drag her back into the family circus that comes with being wealthy. With her sister wedding coming up she is in dire need of a date or she will be forced to go with someone her mother picksโฆsomeone she has had to put up with before. Thatโs all Iโm saying cause wow that creepy will make you cringe!!! But good news, she has a hot billionaire neighbor who is fascinated by her and after hearing about her dilemma he offers to take her.
Levi is known as the playboy billionaire, a title that is making the board member that over if seeing his company nervous. After pictures turn up of him and Sienna at her sisters wedding he gets her to agree to a fake dating arrangement. 1 to get her mother off her back about settling down with someone, 2 it will help his clear up his image. Little does Sienna know that Levi really just want/needs the opportunity to break down her walls and build her trust in him. I canโt ruin it but standing ovation for Sienna who not only build confidence in Levi, but herself.
I loved how easily I could connect with Sienna. I enjoyed seeing her slowly lower her walls and let Levi see her for who she was and trust him. I loved everything about this book and I cannot wait for book two. Btw I need a book about Sienna best friend Kate. I need a freaking Kate in my life!!!
Ok a brief what itโs about - Sienna is living her best life until her parents drag her back into the family circus that comes with being wealthy. With her sister wedding coming up she is in dire need of a date or she will be forced to go with someone her mother picksโฆsomeone she has had to put up with before. Thatโs all Iโm saying cause wow that creepy will make you cringe!!! But good news, she has a hot billionaire neighbor who is fascinated by her and after hearing about her dilemma he offers to take her.
Levi is known as the playboy billionaire, a title that is making the board member that over if seeing his company nervous. After pictures turn up of him and Sienna at her sisters wedding he gets her to agree to a fake dating arrangement. 1 to get her mother off her back about settling down with someone, 2 it will help his clear up his image. Little does Sienna know that Levi really just want/needs the opportunity to break down her walls and build her trust in him. I canโt ruin it but standing ovation for Sienna who not only build confidence in Levi, but herself.
I loved how easily I could connect with Sienna. I enjoyed seeing her slowly lower her walls and let Levi see her for who she was and trust him. I loved everything about this book and I cannot wait for book two. Btw I need a book about Sienna best friend Kate. I need a freaking Kate in my life!!!
July 13, 2024
Utterly delicious and delightful! This was my first book by Norma Marie, and I guarantee it won't be my last. Light-hearted and steamy with likable characters and a HEA, this fake dating, billionaire, neighbors-to-lovers romance is an enjoyable read.
Sienna is one lucky gal, having sexy Levi living next door. She had no clue who her neighbor was until she bumped into him one day. The attraction between the two is immediate and grows stronger with each interaction until Levi can offer Sienna a service no one else can. They strike a mutual bargain as fake dates for each other with a minimum six-month expiration date; specific rules apply, hoping to reap individual benefits. What ensues is a discovery of a mutual interest in a lifestyle that Sienna writes about in her spicy books. When interference comes at them from both sides, will they have the strength to see past the fake relationship to the real one?
Sienna is one lucky gal, having sexy Levi living next door. She had no clue who her neighbor was until she bumped into him one day. The attraction between the two is immediate and grows stronger with each interaction until Levi can offer Sienna a service no one else can. They strike a mutual bargain as fake dates for each other with a minimum six-month expiration date; specific rules apply, hoping to reap individual benefits. What ensues is a discovery of a mutual interest in a lifestyle that Sienna writes about in her spicy books. When interference comes at them from both sides, will they have the strength to see past the fake relationship to the real one?
December 10, 2022
This is the first book in a new series for Norma, and WOW, what a book!!!
Absolutely loved Levi and Sienna.
Their chemistry is off the chart it starts off as fake dating, but to be honest, Levi wanted more from the start, even though he's meant to be a playboy!!!
Sienna is a recluse and keeps herself to herself with a lot of issues due to her parents.
I like how they build as a couple as they get to know each other and how the story falls into place. This is a well written love story that had me hooked by the end of chapter One.
Down load and enjoy you will not be disappointed.
A highly recommended โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ read that will keep you wanting for more.
Love the side characters. The banter is good. I'm looking forward to reading Coltons story and also Felix, Alex and how could I forget Asher, I'm hoping Kate will end up with him as I think they are the right match. I loved Princess, too!
Absolutely loved Levi and Sienna.
Their chemistry is off the chart it starts off as fake dating, but to be honest, Levi wanted more from the start, even though he's meant to be a playboy!!!
Sienna is a recluse and keeps herself to herself with a lot of issues due to her parents.
I like how they build as a couple as they get to know each other and how the story falls into place. This is a well written love story that had me hooked by the end of chapter One.
Down load and enjoy you will not be disappointed.
A highly recommended โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ read that will keep you wanting for more.
Love the side characters. The banter is good. I'm looking forward to reading Coltons story and also Felix, Alex and how could I forget Asher, I'm hoping Kate will end up with him as I think they are the right match. I loved Princess, too!
December 11, 2022
Sienna needed a date for her sisters wedding before her mother could hook her up with a slimy family friend. Levi is SIenna's neighbor who over hears the conversation and offers to be her date. After running away in embarrassment and Levi leaving post it notes on her door she finally caves in. Levi is CEO of an investment company and has a reputation of a playboy that doesn't make his board happy at all. So Levi comes up with a plan where Sienna can help him out by pretending to be in a relationship with him. What could possibly go wrong!
These two were so cute and steamy ... I laughed, got in my feels, and had to fan myself because boy oh boy! The smut was fantastic and the plot was amazing. I just want to say that Sienna mother can go to hell old money snob ijs. The book is amazing up & down emotionally steamy funny pulling at your heart strings type of book. Loved it
These two were so cute and steamy ... I laughed, got in my feels, and had to fan myself because boy oh boy! The smut was fantastic and the plot was amazing. I just want to say that Sienna mother can go to hell old money snob ijs. The book is amazing up & down emotionally steamy funny pulling at your heart strings type of book. Loved it
December 7, 2022
Norma does not disappoint!! Levi and Sienna were an amazing couple! Iโm not normally one for the fake dating but this was written so beautifully. Both characters complimented each other so well and I loved the interactions between them. The supporting characters were also very well written and felt like they played important roles in building the story and our characters relationship. The spice was a 10/10 and the perfect amount. Iโm excited to get to see these characters continue on in the next books. You really canโt go wrong with this book!
December 9, 2022
This was such a good, fun, easy and fast read. I love when a MMC is the first to fall and I think in this case he was. The story is told so smoothly. Sienna has walls built but when you learn about her parents and childhood, itโs easy to see why. While theyโre both attracted to each other from the jump, itโs Levi who pursues Sienna. They come together quickly but the attraction grows as they get to know each other. I love how protecting Levi is of Sienna from the start. These two together gave me a toothache.
December 12, 2022
This is great, fun, steamy and fast read. The story is about Sienna that is an author that keeps to herself while also dealing with parents who are complete jerks. Levi is a billionaire playboy that is dealing with his own issues. This is a fake date story but their moments together make you forget that is it all a show. The book is well the written and flows really well. There werenโt any parts that felt like they didnโt need to be in the story. Overall itโs a good book that could be a one day read.
March 29, 2023
I absolutely loved The Power Player by Norma Marie! A must-read for fans of fake dating billionaire romance. I loved the slow-burn romance and the fact that it didnโt feel rushed. The fake dating trope is a favorite of mine, and this book did its justice.
Norma Marie's writing style is engaging and keeps you hooked until the very end. The plot was well-paced, and the dialogue was witty and entertaining. I also appreciated the depth of emotions portrayed throughout the book.
Canโt wait to read more from this author!
December 14, 2022
What an amazing read! This is one of those books that is so special because the MMC falls first and those are literally the freaking best. Sienna and Levi were perfect for each other but Levi had his work cut out for him to break through to Siennaโs heart and I was here for it. These two are both sweet and lovable and Leviโs mouth will have you swooning hard. You get to see their relationship grow throughout the story and all the while this is supposed to be fake dating right?? Or so they thought. Such a fantastic read and would highly recommend.
December 15, 2022
The Power Player definitely gives me The Proposal meets Fifty Shades vibes and Iโm here for it. This book was full of sass, humor and spice. Once I started reading it was so hard to put down. Sienna is a force. Although she has those walls up she is a sassy and strong woman. Levi is such a gentleman. Heโs an absolute sweetheart but also has a sinful side to him. The tension had me on the edge of my seat. Well done! 10/10! I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
December 10, 2022
There is the perfect mixture amount of swoon, spice, and laughs in The Power Player.! Absolutely love the characters, and do not get me started on how detailed the scenes are...itโs like youโre right there.! Canโt wait to see what comes next, as I know itโs going to be amazing with the author thatโs writing it.!
December 17, 2022
I received this as an anvaced reader copy for free for a honest review. I thoroughly love Facebook could not put it down that's very much invested in this characters as the main female character kind of reminds me of me withdrawn and skittish.. your main male character falls first. I can't wait to see what happens next. Nice and spicy but tastefully done.. I absolutely love Levi
January 5, 2023
Okay, so I absolutely adored Levi and Siennaโs sweet and steamy love story!!! In โThe Power Player,โ neighbors Levi and Sienna enter into a mutually beneficial fake relationship, but neither one thought theyโd catch feelings. I thought this book was amazing - I loved the banter between Levi and Sienna, and I really loved Kate, Siennaโs best friend and personal assistant. Levi was incredibly dreamy, and he made me swoon so many times. As for Sienna, I thought she was a total sweetheart. I definitely recommend!!!
December 5, 2022
What an amazing book! Levi and Sienna were the perfect match for each other and I loved watching this fake relationship bloom into more. It was hot and steamy and full of feeling, that it can't help but suck you into a brand new world--one I can't wait to read more of!
December 7, 2022
I received an advanced copy of this book. This book definitely kept me turning the pages to see how these two go from "fake" relationship to the real thing. I truly wanted to punch Sienna's parents in the face. Highly recommend.
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December 17, 2022
The story of strangers to lovers, she comes from old money he comes from new money...the story has the spice great read and has you sucked in from the beginning the author makes you feel and experience the book like you were actually there with the characters I recommend this a must read
December 26, 2022
Levi fell first in this insta lust, fake dating masterpiece! Sienna definitely had some significant character growth. I love how possessive Levi was.. this book gave me the vibe of the rom com the proposal mixed with the spice level of some fifty shades. SUPER great read!
June 14, 2023
I wanted to love this book, but I really struggled to get past the fact that the FMC seemed to continuously have a tear falling. Near enough every chapter ๐ฉ
December 16, 2022
LOVE this book!! Such a good, spicy read and Iโm so happy and grateful to have received an arch copy of it!
December 18, 2022
great start to new series
Sienna and Levi brought all the heat! I love a good fake dating story and this one did not disappoint. I love how protective he was of her with the family drama and how she came out of her shell.
This was a stellar start to a new series and I canโt wait to see how it proceeds!
Sienna and Levi brought all the heat! I love a good fake dating story and this one did not disappoint. I love how protective he was of her with the family drama and how she came out of her shell.
This was a stellar start to a new series and I canโt wait to see how it proceeds!
December 18, 2022
The whole book Iโve read within a few hours, i definitely couldnโt put it down. Levi was persistent with his feelings the whole way and what he wanted. Sienna searched for parents approval. Working together as one hot couple, their spiciness is off the charts in the bedrooms.
January 1, 2023
I fell in love with the character's quickly. The storyline was unique and kept you reading. I can't wait to read the next book in the series!
January 7, 2023
This is a great, fast read and a wonderful start into a new series. Sienna and Leviโs start off as kind of a business relation agreement as both need a date to get family and/or business partner off there back. Levi is into Sienna from the beginning but Sienna is being wary of him. Thank goodness does Levi work his way into her heart. Loved reading it and looking forward to book two
January 11, 2023
I couldnโt put this down for the life of me!! This is one of my favorite tropes!! The whole fake dating trope! I absolutely love Levi and Siennaโs story.
Love that Siennaโs character growth. She has come a long way from the beginning. Finally learning to stand up more for herself.
Levi had fallen love with her at first sight. You can truly see how much he cares and wants to protect her. And the way he growls..
Love that Siennaโs character growth. She has come a long way from the beginning. Finally learning to stand up more for herself.
Levi had fallen love with her at first sight. You can truly see how much he cares and wants to protect her. And the way he growls..
February 5, 2023
I received this book as an ARC read for an honest review.
This is the first book by this author for me and I wish I would have found her sooner!! This is fake dating to lovers. One of my favorite tropes there is. Both of the MC come from money. She has been hurt by family and loved ones in the past and does not trust easily. I love that this starts out for the benefit of both of them and then they fall in love. 100% recommend this and other titles from this author.
This is the first book by this author for me and I wish I would have found her sooner!! This is fake dating to lovers. One of my favorite tropes there is. Both of the MC come from money. She has been hurt by family and loved ones in the past and does not trust easily. I love that this starts out for the benefit of both of them and then they fall in love. 100% recommend this and other titles from this author.
April 16, 2023
This is my first book by Norma Marie. I met her at a book event and instantly loved her. She was super sweet and genuine.
I loved Levi and Siennaโs story. Loved Siennaโs sass and Leviโs dominance. The story was easy to follow and flowed well. I loved the slow burn! Definitely one of my fav authors!!
I loved Levi and Siennaโs story. Loved Siennaโs sass and Leviโs dominance. The story was easy to follow and flowed well. I loved the slow burn! Definitely one of my fav authors!!
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