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messing_with_book's review against another edition
5.0
ARC kindly provided for the author in exchange for an honest review
I can't believe how quickly the end of this series came! And while I'm sad to say goodbye to these characters, I have to say I LOVED the way [a:Maggie Rawdon|22664570|Maggie Rawdon|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1663833379p2/22664570.jpg] ended his debut series: it made us love Ben so much since [b:Play Fake|61913835|Play Fake (Plays & Penalties, #1)|Maggie Rawdon|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1663905231l/61913835._SY75_.jpg|97603256], knowing his feelings for Violet and wait for them, but IT WAS SO WORTH IT! These two made me suffer more than I expected, but I also really enjoyed their chemistry, their fear of accepting their feelings, and of course, because it's Maggie we couldn't miss that little dose of drama that only she writes so well!
Ben is one of the sweetest, kindest & most thoughtful guys I've ever read, who his friends turn to when they have love problems and need advice, but who doesn't know how to approach the girl he's been in love since forever, who is also his older sister's best friend. Ben is the sweetest of Maggie's boys and I really enjoyed reading him so lost with his own love life after reading him being the wisest of all, it was also difficult to read his fear of rejection, his situation with the football team and the very complex feelings he experiences since he becomes Violet & Joss' roommate.
Violet is the only girl in this series that we hadn't met until now and it was a very positive surprise, she is a hard-working girl, who knows what she wants and strives to achieve her goals , has recently experienced a heartbreak and is shocked when she finds a shirtless Ben cooking at her house & everything she begins to feel for him from that moment on. Violet is a girl who values her friends, that's why she tries to ignore her attraction to Ben, but I love how little by little she gives in, how she's also afraid to allow herself to go further with him and the way in which she always supports him in difficult moments.
One of the things that I loved the most about the love story of Ben & Violet was that he has always been in love with Violet and she doesn't remember him as more than the boy who followed her and Nora everywhere, but at the same time as a constant presence in her life, someone who knows a lot about her and how her feelings for him begin to change from the first time she sees him after many years. I also really liked the way Maggie brought these two together for the first time, the disagreements between them, the drama that Cam added to their situation, and the funny touch that Joss she gave the plot by constantly supporting Ben in his fight to win over Violet and simply being the best friend in the world.
I can't believe how quickly the end of this series came! And while I'm sad to say goodbye to these characters, I have to say I LOVED the way [a:Maggie Rawdon|22664570|Maggie Rawdon|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1663833379p2/22664570.jpg] ended his debut series: it made us love Ben so much since [b:Play Fake|61913835|Play Fake (Plays & Penalties, #1)|Maggie Rawdon|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1663905231l/61913835._SY75_.jpg|97603256], knowing his feelings for Violet and wait for them, but IT WAS SO WORTH IT! These two made me suffer more than I expected, but I also really enjoyed their chemistry, their fear of accepting their feelings, and of course, because it's Maggie we couldn't miss that little dose of drama that only she writes so well!
Ben is one of the sweetest, kindest & most thoughtful guys I've ever read, who his friends turn to when they have love problems and need advice, but who doesn't know how to approach the girl he's been in love since forever, who is also his older sister's best friend. Ben is the sweetest of Maggie's boys and I really enjoyed reading him so lost with his own love life after reading him being the wisest of all, it was also difficult to read his fear of rejection, his situation with the football team and the very complex feelings he experiences since he becomes Violet & Joss' roommate.
Violet is the only girl in this series that we hadn't met until now and it was a very positive surprise, she is a hard-working girl, who knows what she wants and strives to achieve her goals , has recently experienced a heartbreak and is shocked when she finds a shirtless Ben cooking at her house & everything she begins to feel for him from that moment on. Violet is a girl who values her friends, that's why she tries to ignore her attraction to Ben, but I love how little by little she gives in, how she's also afraid to allow herself to go further with him and the way in which she always supports him in difficult moments.
One of the things that I loved the most about the love story of Ben & Violet was that he has always been in love with Violet and she doesn't remember him as more than the boy who followed her and Nora everywhere, but at the same time as a constant presence in her life, someone who knows a lot about her and how her feelings for him begin to change from the first time she sees him after many years. I also really liked the way Maggie brought these two together for the first time, the disagreements between them, the drama that Cam added to their situation, and the funny touch that Joss she gave the plot by constantly supporting Ben in his fight to win over Violet and simply being the best friend in the world.
cmerk's review
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
carolannbooks's review against another edition
4.0
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Ben and violets story was really good. I was rooting for them from the beginning. I loved Joss so much, she was so much fun. A good fun read.
Ben and violets story was really good. I was rooting for them from the beginning. I loved Joss so much, she was so much fun. A good fun read.
dollbookreviews's review against another edition
4.0
This was my first book by this author so I didn’t know what I was getting into. The first thing that sold me first was this cover! Hot Hot! This is a best friends brother, sports, he falls first tropes so that was a second win for me. Ben has a little bad boy streak and finds himself suspended from his team and needing a Temporary place to stay. Violet will always help her bestie so of course her brother can stay with her! Little does she know she would be tempted at every turn! Ben is swoon worthy for sure! I was eh about Violet even though I do think her and Ben had some
trinzie's review against another edition
4.0
This was such a quick and fun read to get out of my reading slump. The MMC is a (football) player, but everything he usually knows goes out the window when he interacts with the FMC, and I thought that was so cute. They were childhood friends, though I wish we knew more about their history such as flashbacks and such, and not just one item. The FMC was likable up until the problem arises, which pissed me off. Ben, the MMC deserves so much more than Violet, the FMC, does in that moment, but her concerns were valid. She goes above and beyond to apologize to him which was respectable for what she put him through. I usually do not like golden retriever boys, but Ben is my favorite puppy ever.
gracereadsforlove's review against another edition
4.0
Loved Ben, he's so hot! I totally used he guy on the cover to imagine him.
This is for those who want to read FMC older than MMC (just 4-5 years), college/jock MMC, he's always been in love with her, she hurt him, kinda scenarios.
I usually hate the kind of heroine Violet is but it was easy to let that go and just enjoy the book. I can understand why she was doing a push-pull with Ben but I honestly expected a better way for her to make it up to him.
It was an enjoyable read for me still because I love that Ben was so sure, he pursued Vi but still gave her space to think, and he's cocky but not arrogant.
Might reread in the future. Totally recommend!
This is for those who want to read FMC older than MMC (just 4-5 years), college/jock MMC, he's always been in love with her, she hurt him, kinda scenarios.
I usually hate the kind of heroine Violet is but it was easy to let that go and just enjoy the book. I can understand why she was doing a push-pull with Ben but I honestly expected a better way for her to make it up to him.
It was an enjoyable read for me still because I love that Ben was so sure, he pursued Vi but still gave her space to think, and he's cocky but not arrogant.
Might reread in the future. Totally recommend!
theeclecticreview's review against another edition
5.0
Holy smokes! I want a reading buddy like Ben. Again, I'm late to the game with a sexy hot series and I definitely plan to go back and read the previous books. Ms. Rawdon has been added to my favorite author list.
Due to bad decisions and a big sacrifice for his team, Ben is temporarily suspended from the team and out of housing. Who saves the day? His sister's best friend, and his long-time crush. Ben is so adorable. He has been crushing on Violet since he was 12 years old. Watching him flirt with her and challenge her resistance at every move is sweet and exciting as he slowly wears down her resolve. Not that she fights too hard. After all, who can resist such a virile, and charming man who cooks, provides treats, and is hopelessly devoted to Violet?
Violet hasn't seen Nora's little brother Ben since he was a gangly kid, so she doesn't hesitate to let him stay with her. Big mistake. Ben is no longer a boy. He is an irresistible hunky man who is extremely off-limits. Ben is not at all what she expected and Violet is instantly attracted to him. However, nothing can happen between them. He's her best friend's baby brother whom she is supposed to be helping out, not fantasizing about him. Not to mention, she doesn't have the best record with men. But fate is a funny thing and she needs to stop lying to herself.
Ben really steals the show with his sexy sense of humor, his patience, and his slow, careful pursuit of Violet. The player-turned-romantic theme is a keeper and the whole romance book research seduction scene...Yum!!! Ben has it bad for her and my heart ached for him when she kept making bad decisions. His desperation is so evident when he thinks he's scaring her off with his honesty and attraction, but he doesn't push and gives her space. Violet's thoughts and hesitations are understandable as well as her fears and insecurities, but the chemistry is undeniable as they reminisce as old friends and slowly connect on a deeper level as lovers. But then the author makes it more interesting when Violet's douchebag ex comes back to claim her again. Don't worry. Love prevails as Violet finally faces her feelings and there is a perfect HEA.
As supporting characters go, Violet's fabulous friend and roommate, Joss, has an excellent way with words that had me ROFL. She's Team Ben the whole way and calls Violet out on her bullshit. I want to see Joss find her equal. It's sure to be an exhilarating ride!
I highly recommend this superbly written sweet steamy romance with an ideal book boyfriend who loves with all his heart and the woman of his dreams who falls for her destiny. Book 1 of the series, here I come!
Thank you to Ms. Rawdon for giving me the opportunity to read this book with no expectation of a positive review.
Due to bad decisions and a big sacrifice for his team, Ben is temporarily suspended from the team and out of housing. Who saves the day? His sister's best friend, and his long-time crush. Ben is so adorable. He has been crushing on Violet since he was 12 years old. Watching him flirt with her and challenge her resistance at every move is sweet and exciting as he slowly wears down her resolve. Not that she fights too hard. After all, who can resist such a virile, and charming man who cooks, provides treats, and is hopelessly devoted to Violet?
Violet hasn't seen Nora's little brother Ben since he was a gangly kid, so she doesn't hesitate to let him stay with her. Big mistake. Ben is no longer a boy. He is an irresistible hunky man who is extremely off-limits. Ben is not at all what she expected and Violet is instantly attracted to him. However, nothing can happen between them. He's her best friend's baby brother whom she is supposed to be helping out, not fantasizing about him. Not to mention, she doesn't have the best record with men. But fate is a funny thing and she needs to stop lying to herself.
Ben really steals the show with his sexy sense of humor, his patience, and his slow, careful pursuit of Violet. The player-turned-romantic theme is a keeper and the whole romance book research seduction scene...Yum!!! Ben has it bad for her and my heart ached for him when she kept making bad decisions. His desperation is so evident when he thinks he's scaring her off with his honesty and attraction, but he doesn't push and gives her space. Violet's thoughts and hesitations are understandable as well as her fears and insecurities, but the chemistry is undeniable as they reminisce as old friends and slowly connect on a deeper level as lovers. But then the author makes it more interesting when Violet's douchebag ex comes back to claim her again. Don't worry. Love prevails as Violet finally faces her feelings and there is a perfect HEA.
As supporting characters go, Violet's fabulous friend and roommate, Joss, has an excellent way with words that had me ROFL. She's Team Ben the whole way and calls Violet out on her bullshit. I want to see Joss find her equal. It's sure to be an exhilarating ride!
I highly recommend this superbly written sweet steamy romance with an ideal book boyfriend who loves with all his heart and the woman of his dreams who falls for her destiny. Book 1 of the series, here I come!
Thank you to Ms. Rawdon for giving me the opportunity to read this book with no expectation of a positive review.