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joyousreads132's review against another edition
3.0
Public Relations nightmare Chad Gamble is on the brink of losing his contract with the Nationals. Between his drinking antics and his womanizing prowess, the only thing that could save him now is to show the media, the public and his team that he could change. Enter Bridget – the unsuspecting bystander blackmailed to help Chad clean up his act. Bribery and blackmail. This is not going to end well. But heck, the road to hell is paved with…steamy base plays and a series of grand slams [wink, wink, nudge nudge].
I’ve always looked forward to Jennifer’s endeavor out of the YA and into Adult Romance. How could I not? I just know that she’s going to excel in writing some pretty steamy scenes. I have to admit that [b:Tempting the Best Man|13614836|Tempting the Best Man (Gamble Brothers, #1)|J. Lynn|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1336112984s/13614836.jpg|19215651] was a bit of a let-down for me but I wasn’t ready to give up.
Thank goodness I didn't. I liked this one better than the above mentioned book. I think she worked out the kinks from her debut as an adult fiction writer. The first book was just okay; it wasn’t mind blowing but it wasn’t bad either. Both books are fast reads as books from this genre tend to be. I have to mention that there were some hair-raising, cringe-worthy scenes at the beginning. The pick-up schtick at the bar was, er, a cheese-fest.
The base of a great romance book is always about chemistry and these two sure had plenty of it. I do miss the snark between her characters though. They had some banters but it wasn’t the signature Jen we’ve come to love. But maybe I’m being unfair. I’m sure any author would be annoyed too if her characters were compared to the ones from her other books. It’s called giving them their own personalities and I have no idea why I’m complaining. Sorry.
Plot-wise, I think her story is plausible enough. In a perfect world, Bridget would tell Ms. Gore to shove her proposal where the sun didn’t shine. Or any other woman wouldn’t even think twice about hooking up with the hottest baseball player to ever play the majors. I guess her reasons were a combination of both: curiosity about the Gamble brother and her wanting to keep her reputation intact. It certainly made for an entertaining read.
This book was fun and sexy and everything you’d be looking to in a romance book. It had enough of happy mixed in with a bit of sad. If you’re a fan of contemporary romance, this one is a must-add-on to your shelves.
I’ve always looked forward to Jennifer’s endeavor out of the YA and into Adult Romance. How could I not? I just know that she’s going to excel in writing some pretty steamy scenes. I have to admit that [b:Tempting the Best Man|13614836|Tempting the Best Man (Gamble Brothers, #1)|J. Lynn|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1336112984s/13614836.jpg|19215651] was a bit of a let-down for me but I wasn’t ready to give up.
Thank goodness I didn't. I liked this one better than the above mentioned book. I think she worked out the kinks from her debut as an adult fiction writer. The first book was just okay; it wasn’t mind blowing but it wasn’t bad either. Both books are fast reads as books from this genre tend to be. I have to mention that there were some hair-raising, cringe-worthy scenes at the beginning. The pick-up schtick at the bar was, er, a cheese-fest.
The base of a great romance book is always about chemistry and these two sure had plenty of it. I do miss the snark between her characters though. They had some banters but it wasn’t the signature Jen we’ve come to love. But maybe I’m being unfair. I’m sure any author would be annoyed too if her characters were compared to the ones from her other books. It’s called giving them their own personalities and I have no idea why I’m complaining. Sorry.
Plot-wise, I think her story is plausible enough. In a perfect world, Bridget would tell Ms. Gore to shove her proposal where the sun didn’t shine. Or any other woman wouldn’t even think twice about hooking up with the hottest baseball player to ever play the majors. I guess her reasons were a combination of both: curiosity about the Gamble brother and her wanting to keep her reputation intact. It certainly made for an entertaining read.
This book was fun and sexy and everything you’d be looking to in a romance book. It had enough of happy mixed in with a bit of sad. If you’re a fan of contemporary romance, this one is a must-add-on to your shelves.
the_spicy_unicorn's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
tashalane's review against another edition
5.0
Just as good as book 1
Just as good if not better then the first book. Hot, steamy, angst, I again was hooked from the start and couldn't put it down.
Just as good if not better then the first book. Hot, steamy, angst, I again was hooked from the start and couldn't put it down.
shannon_cocktailsandbooks's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 stars.
Phew! I thought youngest brother, Chase, was hot in Tempting the Best Man. He has nothing on older brother Chad!
Chad Gamble may be a super star pitcher for the Nationals, but his off the field antics have the team screaming "foul" and demanding he clean up his act. While he tries to abide by his new contract he meets up with the one woman he hasn't been able to stop thinking about, Bridget Rodgers. But when the paparazzi catch them in a not so innocent embrace, blackmail and a fake relationship result in hopes of salvaging Chad's job. But keeping the "fake" in their relationship proves harder than they think.
Chad is a hard man not to love. He's charming, funny and even with this "man-whorish" ways, a man anyone would knock down others to get to. He may inflate his normal character when out in public, but in private he's still someone others graviate towards. It's not surprise that Bridget was drawn to him or that she would question his desire to be with her, given who he counts as his friends and who he is photographed with. But we discover Chad is a man who wants an intelligent woman who sees the real man he is behind his baseball glove and the press.
Bridget doesn't have a lot of confidence when it comes to believing a man like Chad Gamble could have an ounce of interest in her, but she finds she can't help but liking the man. Even when forced to pretend she's his girlfriend, she's drawn to the man that he is. He infuriates her, but he also teaches Bridget how to let go and enjoy herself.
J. Lynn is a fabulous storyteller. She manages to create these absolutely hot men who are so down to earth it's impossible for the everyday heroine not to fall in love with them. She's quickly become a must read for me in the Brazen line at Entangled (and I found myself downloading her YA Lux series as Jennifer Armentrout as well). Definitely a "must download" title from my new favorite author.
Phew! I thought youngest brother, Chase, was hot in Tempting the Best Man. He has nothing on older brother Chad!
Chad Gamble may be a super star pitcher for the Nationals, but his off the field antics have the team screaming "foul" and demanding he clean up his act. While he tries to abide by his new contract he meets up with the one woman he hasn't been able to stop thinking about, Bridget Rodgers. But when the paparazzi catch them in a not so innocent embrace, blackmail and a fake relationship result in hopes of salvaging Chad's job. But keeping the "fake" in their relationship proves harder than they think.
Chad is a hard man not to love. He's charming, funny and even with this "man-whorish" ways, a man anyone would knock down others to get to. He may inflate his normal character when out in public, but in private he's still someone others graviate towards. It's not surprise that Bridget was drawn to him or that she would question his desire to be with her, given who he counts as his friends and who he is photographed with. But we discover Chad is a man who wants an intelligent woman who sees the real man he is behind his baseball glove and the press.
Bridget doesn't have a lot of confidence when it comes to believing a man like Chad Gamble could have an ounce of interest in her, but she finds she can't help but liking the man. Even when forced to pretend she's his girlfriend, she's drawn to the man that he is. He infuriates her, but he also teaches Bridget how to let go and enjoy herself.
J. Lynn is a fabulous storyteller. She manages to create these absolutely hot men who are so down to earth it's impossible for the everyday heroine not to fall in love with them. She's quickly become a must read for me in the Brazen line at Entangled (and I found myself downloading her YA Lux series as Jennifer Armentrout as well). Definitely a "must download" title from my new favorite author.
jscarpa14's review against another edition
4.0
This is the second time I've read this one too, though honestly until I started reading both stories I didn't remember I had. What I'm really liking about this series is that unlike a lot of regular romance series the author seems to up the ante with each story. This one made me laugh and of course got the HEA sigh. It's nice quick fun contemporary read.
lpcoolgirl's review against another edition
5.0
Loved reading this book, loved this couple and their circumstances, and it was so much fun to read!
_pagesturning's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
all_day_reading's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.25
3,25/5⭐️ le doy 0,25 menos que al primero, porque en este caso el personaje masculino me parece que hace como un cambio poco realista al final.
Para empezar, no me esperaba que el libro fuera casi el doble de largo que el primero, pensé que iba a ser cortito, unas 170-200 páginas. Aún así me lo leí en 24 horas porque es entretenido.
No tengo mucho más que decirte este libro me ha gustado? sí. Es el libro de mi vida? Obviamente, no. But again, I liked it.✨
Para empezar, no me esperaba que el libro fuera casi el doble de largo que el primero, pensé que iba a ser cortito, unas 170-200 páginas. Aún así me lo leí en 24 horas porque es entretenido.
No tengo mucho más que decirte este libro me ha gustado? sí. Es el libro de mi vida? Obviamente, no. But again, I liked it.✨
sarcasticmags's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5