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secret_librarian's review against another edition
4.0
I just love former SEALs turned bodyguards, and Annabeth Albert writes the bodyguard trope so well!
Bad Deal was a really sweet and steamy read, and I enjoyed it a lot. Harley and Ambrose were both great characters, I felt so much for Ambrose and his struggles with anxiety and his mental health. I could relate to some of his feelings and they felt realistic. Harley was just the sweetest and it was great seeing how he took care of Ambrose, and how he just had this sense of calm around him.
Their romance was a bit of a slow burn, I like how they took the time to explore the attraction between them, as well as Harley’s sexual discovery. It was great how open Harley were to things, and even early on it was clear that he had a soft spot for Ambrose. I l totally loved how protective Harley was of him!
The story was a little predictable at times, and I wanted a little more of the suspense plot than I got, but other than that it was an enjoyable read. The angst was mostly low throughout the book even if there was a small spike towards the end.
Definitely my favourite so far in this series - Harley and Ambrose really caught my heart!
Bad Deal was a really sweet and steamy read, and I enjoyed it a lot. Harley and Ambrose were both great characters, I felt so much for Ambrose and his struggles with anxiety and his mental health. I could relate to some of his feelings and they felt realistic. Harley was just the sweetest and it was great seeing how he took care of Ambrose, and how he just had this sense of calm around him.
Their romance was a bit of a slow burn, I like how they took the time to explore the attraction between them, as well as Harley’s sexual discovery. It was great how open Harley were to things, and even early on it was clear that he had a soft spot for Ambrose. I l totally loved how protective Harley was of him!
The story was a little predictable at times, and I wanted a little more of the suspense plot than I got, but other than that it was an enjoyable read. The angst was mostly low throughout the book even if there was a small spike towards the end.
Definitely my favourite so far in this series - Harley and Ambrose really caught my heart!
becksgoesbookish's review against another edition
4.0
Another stellar audiobook from Annabeth Albert! There’s something so refreshing and comforting about books with MCs in their late 30s/early 40s that have their acts together, and Annabeth’s are the best!
No unnecessary drama, just a fun forced proximity/one bed/fake dating road trip.
No unnecessary drama, just a fun forced proximity/one bed/fake dating road trip.
kjnrose's review against another edition
5.0
I loved reading this book, once I started I didn't put it down until the end. I loved the chemistry between Harley and Ambrose and the way they kind of danced around each other and how they felt. I am loving this series and can't wait for the next book.
baribear's review
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
nicki_theoverflowingbookcase's review against another edition
4.0
While completely enjoyable with great characters and a storyline that will have the reader sighing with happiness, I absolutely loved how Annabeth Albert dealt with not only PTSD and anxiety, but a realization that love is just love and it does not matter which gender that love comes from. Both Harley and Ambrosse will hook the reader in from the opening pages and their romance was just a joy to read. Once again Annabeth Albert proves the MM romance is in her wheelhouse but with this story she has also mastered the human emotion as well.
tsuyoi's review
adventurous
emotional
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
sharingthebooklove's review against another edition
4.0
When you think you write a review and its gets lost LOL
Take 2
Harley and Ambrose, bodyguard and client - this is a great addition to the A-List security series.
There is attraction and slow heat from the start with it building and well fake boyfriends who become real is always fun to read.
An enjoyable read.
Take 2
Harley and Ambrose, bodyguard and client - this is a great addition to the A-List security series.
There is attraction and slow heat from the start with it building and well fake boyfriends who become real is always fun to read.
An enjoyable read.
rachie877's review against another edition
5.0
Sweet and cute
I loved Ambrose and Harley so much. I liked how easy their relationship was and their communication between each other was lovely. A really nice, light and fluffy story which made for a really easy read.
I loved Ambrose and Harley so much. I liked how easy their relationship was and their communication between each other was lovely. A really nice, light and fluffy story which made for a really easy read.
vicki_williams's review
4.0
Harley (40) is a confident, big muscly, tattooed former SEAL, from a humble background who works as a bodyguard. Ambrose (41) is from a well known Hollywood family, the creator of a popular TV show and suffers from a panic disorder. He also is the proud and loving owner of an emotional support dog named Hercules that weighs 5kg and gets carried around in a padded bag.
Whilst Harley is working security at a location shoot for the popular TV show, Ambrose is attacked. This leads to a series of circumstance that have these highly likeable men being fake boyfriends at a family event. Being polar opposite’s doesn’t dampen the chemistry between them and before long heated smexy times begin. Harley and Ambrose both feel and acknowledge the emotions between them but a miscommunication due to their fears and doubts does create some minor angst on the way to their HEA.
I found this to be a very enjoyable and interesting read that kept me fully engaged from start to finish. Characters from the two previous books in the series make appearances but this can be read as a standalone.
Whilst Harley is working security at a location shoot for the popular TV show, Ambrose is attacked. This leads to a series of circumstance that have these highly likeable men being fake boyfriends at a family event. Being polar opposite’s doesn’t dampen the chemistry between them and before long heated smexy times begin. Harley and Ambrose both feel and acknowledge the emotions between them but a miscommunication due to their fears and doubts does create some minor angst on the way to their HEA.
I found this to be a very enjoyable and interesting read that kept me fully engaged from start to finish. Characters from the two previous books in the series make appearances but this can be read as a standalone.