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mrsbsbooks's review
5.0
**My thanks to the author for providing me with a free copy for an honest review**
I have been waiting to read this book since we met Jamison in the very first book of the series.
Maddie is covering her hurt over the betrayal of her husband, a husband who stayed with her until he was strong enough to tell her that he was gay and left her for a man he had fallen in love with.
When they nearly kiss in the bakery that she shares, things for both Maddie and Jamison as they then cannot get each other out from their lustful thoughts. When finding out that they are at the same singles holiday at the beach, things take a major turn then Maddie drinks Whiskey, a drink that gets her wild side out and she goes skinny dipping in front of Jamison.
One night together and they both know that nothing will be the same again between them. Not only have they opened pandora's box, but they both know that one night will NEVER be enough.
Both fall hard and fast, but as with most stories, something happens to shake their happiness and they have to work through their feelings and decide if their love and happiness is worth fighting for.
I really enjoyed this book and managed to read it in just one sitting.
I have been waiting to read this book since we met Jamison in the very first book of the series.
Maddie is covering her hurt over the betrayal of her husband, a husband who stayed with her until he was strong enough to tell her that he was gay and left her for a man he had fallen in love with.
When they nearly kiss in the bakery that she shares, things for both Maddie and Jamison as they then cannot get each other out from their lustful thoughts. When finding out that they are at the same singles holiday at the beach, things take a major turn then Maddie drinks Whiskey, a drink that gets her wild side out and she goes skinny dipping in front of Jamison.
One night together and they both know that nothing will be the same again between them. Not only have they opened pandora's box, but they both know that one night will NEVER be enough.
Both fall hard and fast, but as with most stories, something happens to shake their happiness and they have to work through their feelings and decide if their love and happiness is worth fighting for.
I really enjoyed this book and managed to read it in just one sitting.
tawnyad2004's review
This was fine but wasn’t what I was looking for. The spice outweighs the plot for me and it just wasn’t what I wanted
javalenciaph's review
5.0
Note: An ARC was provided by the author.
Okay, I admit it: this book is my favorite one in the series. It had that great balance of sex and romance, and I quite enjoyed seeing Maddie and Jamison transition from supporting characters to main characters and from friends to lovers and then much more. I liked discovering their back stories, which then allowed me to have a better appreciation of how far they've come in terms of relationships and commitment. I loved getting to know these two, and any misconceptions I had were clarified. Lili Valente's Hometown Heat series has been fun; I'm happy it closes out with a five-starred read like Playing with Fire.
Okay, I admit it: this book is my favorite one in the series. It had that great balance of sex and romance, and I quite enjoyed seeing Maddie and Jamison transition from supporting characters to main characters and from friends to lovers and then much more. I liked discovering their back stories, which then allowed me to have a better appreciation of how far they've come in terms of relationships and commitment. I loved getting to know these two, and any misconceptions I had were clarified. Lili Valente's Hometown Heat series has been fun; I'm happy it closes out with a five-starred read like Playing with Fire.
hmebrown's review
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
readwithrach's review
5.0
This is my favorite of the series! I loved Maddie and Jamison. I was rooting so hard for them! They were both a bit broken from past relationships and ended up being perfect together. I highly recommend this!
joskypay's review
5.0
Aw Jamison! I've wanted to hug him since the first mention of him in Jake and Naomi's book. I know it didn't show him in the best light, but I felt for him because he was real and flawed and honest. Too often our book heroes are too good to be true so I love a hero who has made mistakes and owns up to them. I mean also a big fan of the growly dirty talk and sexy smolder, but the real reason I liked him was his evolution. Maddie is perfect for him, but she had her own growth and understanding to go through. These two felt like they were destined for each other and the fact that their friendship evolved into something more made everything sweeter. Perfect book for when you need a break from the mundane, really made my heart smile in a way I didn't know I needed until it just... did.
kara_hildebrand's review
5.0
Playing with Fire is the third book in the Hometown Heat series by Lili Valente. What a great addition to the series! This is Jamison and Maddie's story. Lili kicked up the heat for this one! It's well written with the perfect mix of humor, sex and angst. I loved it. It's a sexy friends to lovers story with a lot of heart, a little angst and a lot of heat! I have loved Jamison and Maddie throughout the entire series and I knew there story was going to be great! I loved Maddie's sense of humor and Jamison's sexy mouth. I also loved that we see MICK! :) (Yeah, I might have a little problem.)
briewhale's review
3.0
Playing with Fire has everything I’ve come to expect from a Lili Valente book: a swoony hero, a fierce heroine, heartwarming romance, steamy love scenes, and lots of laugh-out-loud moments. I’ve been looking forward to Jamison’s story since he stole the show at the auction in book one. And it did not disappoint. Since he and Maddie have been lifelong friends, things between them moved pretty quickly. Like the rest of the series, their journey was a fun ride. It was such a joy to be back in Bliss River. And props to my girl Dawn for being a great friend and saying all the things I wanted to say, but couldn’t do through a book.
paytonbox21's review
5.0
While Faith and Mick will forever hold a piece of my heart I absolutely adored Jamison and Maddie. Their chemistry was off the charts insane. But what I loved most about them was the realness of their fears, anxiety, and love for each other.
Maddie had all the same thoughts I've had before and Im sure I will have again. Her friend's always knew when to call her out and to help her focus on what matters. Jamison broke my heart a few times because unlike Maddie he had to figure out his problems alone due to mistakes made by his family. However, Maddie and Jamison were perfect together in the best way and I loved all of their scenes together!
Maddie had all the same thoughts I've had before and Im sure I will have again. Her friend's always knew when to call her out and to help her focus on what matters. Jamison broke my heart a few times because unlike Maddie he had to figure out his problems alone due to mistakes made by his family. However, Maddie and Jamison were perfect together in the best way and I loved all of their scenes together!
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