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ree128's review against another edition
4.0
Writers Block
Vada needs to get away from Chicago and needs a fresh pace because she's experiencing writers block. The cottage she rented in Charleston should do the trick, then Ethan opens the door with no shirt and is gorgeous, with the body made for sin. He was not at all what she was expecting to find when she rented the cottage.
Ethan had his own ghosts he was dealing with and Vada was a distraction he was not expecting or needed. She was not what he expected in a romance writer and then he got an eye full one evening that gave him idea's.
I liked that this book dealt with insecurities on both of their behaves, two different spectrums, but still insecurities. They both had to learn how to get past them. I also liked that Vada used her experience with Ethan to help write her book and turned her bad experience into something good. Also that Ethan didn't give up on Vada, he waited for her, gave her space and didn't pressure her.
This was a good read and also a good listen, CJ Bloom and Joe Arden did a great job of bringing the characters to life as you read the book.
Vada needs to get away from Chicago and needs a fresh pace because she's experiencing writers block. The cottage she rented in Charleston should do the trick, then Ethan opens the door with no shirt and is gorgeous, with the body made for sin. He was not at all what she was expecting to find when she rented the cottage.
Ethan had his own ghosts he was dealing with and Vada was a distraction he was not expecting or needed. She was not what he expected in a romance writer and then he got an eye full one evening that gave him idea's.
I liked that this book dealt with insecurities on both of their behaves, two different spectrums, but still insecurities. They both had to learn how to get past them. I also liked that Vada used her experience with Ethan to help write her book and turned her bad experience into something good. Also that Ethan didn't give up on Vada, he waited for her, gave her space and didn't pressure her.
This was a good read and also a good listen, CJ Bloom and Joe Arden did a great job of bringing the characters to life as you read the book.
deanapotter's review
4.0
Vada has had trouble finding the words to complete her latest romance novel. Trying to ignite her create a flow, Vada rents a guest house in Charleston. Her spunk and sass come out full force, when the hottie she is renting from gets her creativity flowing while tying her body in knots.
Ethan has a bit of an ego and all the looks to make the ladies swoon. A very talented artist, who knows how to use his hands very well. His ego is a cover for a past that keeps sad memories lurking in his present. Once Ethan allows his cockiness to fall to the side, the man is pretty likable, well make that lovable.
Narrators Joe Arden and CJ Bloom are fantastic. Their voice talents truly bring My Week with the Bad Boy alive. The reader or in this case listener can truly feel the emotion throughout the story. Lots of humor and amazing banter keep the laughs coming through the entire story. The emotions are present, however the amount of humor keeps the story on the lighter side. Vada and Ethan get each other twisted in knots and have a good time doing it. My Week with the Bad Boy is hands down a fun story.
A copy of this audio title was provided for an honest review.
Ethan has a bit of an ego and all the looks to make the ladies swoon. A very talented artist, who knows how to use his hands very well. His ego is a cover for a past that keeps sad memories lurking in his present. Once Ethan allows his cockiness to fall to the side, the man is pretty likable, well make that lovable.
Narrators Joe Arden and CJ Bloom are fantastic. Their voice talents truly bring My Week with the Bad Boy alive. The reader or in this case listener can truly feel the emotion throughout the story. Lots of humor and amazing banter keep the laughs coming through the entire story. The emotions are present, however the amount of humor keeps the story on the lighter side. Vada and Ethan get each other twisted in knots and have a good time doing it. My Week with the Bad Boy is hands down a fun story.
A copy of this audio title was provided for an honest review.
kayladbruns's review
2.0
I’m still torn on how I feel about this one. Maybe I went into this with the wrong intentions. I thought it was going to be a short quick and sexy romance. However, this story packed a more serious note with characters back stories. If I knew what was all in this one, I would have passed.
I can’t tell you that I like either Vada or Ethan. Neither one of the really resonated with me. Did they have physical chemistry further down in the book? Yes. However, that’s not enough for me.
The biggest problem I had was that these two spent a week together basically having sex and I’m supposed to believe that that connection was love. Now don’t get me wrong, I’ve read books like that and loved them, HOWEVER, they were pitched as being over the top or insta love. It could have maybe been believable if there wasn’t such a heavy backstory plot here. The relationship between these two was insta-lust, nowhere near love.
I don’t think I’m going to continue with this series after the complete letdown of this one.
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I really don’t like reading about where the love interest has a dead wife or family.I can’t tell you that I like either Vada or Ethan. Neither one of the really resonated with me. Did they have physical chemistry further down in the book? Yes. However, that’s not enough for me.
The biggest problem I had was that these two spent a week together basically having sex and I’m supposed to believe that that connection was love. Now don’t get me wrong, I’ve read books like that and loved them, HOWEVER, they were pitched as being over the top or insta love. It could have maybe been believable if there wasn’t such a heavy backstory plot here. The relationship between these two was insta-lust, nowhere near love.
I don’t think I’m going to continue with this series after the complete letdown of this one.
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charlottenw1's review against another edition
3.0
This story became more tolerable as it went on.
From the get-go of Vada arriving at this quaint holiday home where she can clear her mind of all the background noise, Ethan is cracking out the sexual innuendos. Not in a smooth way either, it's all very cringe and Vada jumps on them all very dramatically.
It was nice to see Ethan peel back the layers of his grumpy personality and see why he has turned into this unsociable human being. Vada sought her way into all his cracks and he let her into some of his most precious memories. I preferred Ethan's back story to Vada's as it felt more established to the storyline itself whereas Vada's was put in their later on in the story.
As the story progressed there were times where it felt rushed as Vada started referring to a chunk of their relationship in past tense, which was their main conflict and resolution stage. I would have liked to have been more involved in this stage as a reader.
From the get-go of Vada arriving at this quaint holiday home where she can clear her mind of all the background noise, Ethan is cracking out the sexual innuendos. Not in a smooth way either, it's all very cringe and Vada jumps on them all very dramatically.
It was nice to see Ethan peel back the layers of his grumpy personality and see why he has turned into this unsociable human being. Vada sought her way into all his cracks and he let her into some of his most precious memories. I preferred Ethan's back story to Vada's as it felt more established to the storyline itself whereas Vada's was put in their later on in the story.
As the story progressed there were times where it felt rushed as Vada started referring to a chunk of their relationship in past tense, which was their main conflict and resolution stage. I would have liked to have been more involved in this stage as a reader.
_ashton_reads_'s review
1.0
This is my second book by this author, and also my second one-star rating, so I give up on them. This audiobook sounded like a bad porno.
naughtybookaffair's review
5.0
Absolutely loved this one. Some sad moments in this one. But it was a great book. Fast paced with some hot moments . Enjoyed the story line and the characters who have some great chemistry.
readers_together's review
5.0
This was my first Kennedy Fox book, but I can assure you it won't be my last. I didn't really know what to expect. I figured it would be a sexy read, and it was, but it was also so much more. I wasn't expecting the emotional side of the story, that kinda hit me out of left field. It made the story so much more powerful than I ever anticipated, I'll be honest, I was shopping while listening and I shed a few tears. It's also funny, I laughed out loud more than a few times. I loved how Kennedy Fox wrote this book, the pacing was on point, not too fast, but also most definitely not a slow burn. If you love insta-lust stories that have heart, this is the book for you. I really liked the cover, I think it's a good representation of Ethan and the beginning of the story. Personally, I'd have liked to have seen the narrators noted on it as well.
I enjoyed these characters, they were such a joy to spend time with. This story had great supporting characters, Nora and Aunt Millie were wonderful additions. They really stood out and gave the story character. Ethan was a great male lead, he had it all; the sexiness, the gruff attitude, the swooniness, and of course, he was the damaged guy that only Vada could make whole, honestly, his backstory is heartbreaking. Thank heavens for Vada. His choice in bed partners before Vada was questionable, I'll admit at one point I was biting my lip hoping the reveal wasn't true...because that would suck, lucky Ethan wasn't a douche. Vava was awesome, I adored her. I wanted to go hang out with her and be her friend. I felt bad that she didn't really have anyone and the reasons for it. She was feisty and smart. She gave as good as she got, which I loved. I liked that she was a writer. She frustrated me a little, but I get she was protecting herself, so that made it alright. The animals were a big part of this story and they were brilliant.
I loved how Ethan and Vada's relationship started and progressed through the story. At times I wasn't sure what was going to happen. I thought the HEA was upon us and then realised the audiobook had over 2 hours to go, that was a WTF moment I can tell you, but, Kennedy Fox is a genius and it worked really well, I was hooked and wondering how and what was going to happen next. The sexy times, to which there are a good few, as you would expect for bedtime reading, were written incredibly well and worked with the story. None of them ever felt forced or out of place. My second WTF moment came when I heard the words 'One Year Later' seriously, I shouted the words, because why? Why would that happen? But, it did happen, and again it worked well for the story, so all is forgiven and I got my HEA. Praise the writing gods!
This dual narration was performed wonderfully by Joe Arden and CJ Bloom, it wasn't a particularly long book, however, I thought they both fit the parts really well and their voices complemented each other, better than I thought they would when I saw their names connected with the audiobook. It was a lovely surprise.
I think this might be my favourite CJ Bloom performance. She really brought Vada to life, she performed her in a way to make the listener connect with her on a level they may not have done while reading the book. Her feelings shone through during the performance and I loved that about it. I really enjoyed her portrayal of the accents and different characters, each one seemed unique and fitting for the character it was for. She also nailed both the sexy and emotional parts of the story.
Joe Arden was the embodiment of Ethan Rochester, at no point did I sit back and think, nope, this voice doesn't fit, he was the character. The inflections and accents used really enhanced the performance and gave each character a distinct sound. Although this book is hot on sexy times, the emotional aspects of this story really shone through and those were the standout moments of Joe's performance for me. Although don't get me wrong, the sexy times were performed, well... sexily, for lack of a better word. JA definitely doesn't disappoint. Lastly, I need to take a second to talk about Joe's southern drawl in this book...swoon, it was fantastic, to this Brit anyway. I'm a sucker for the southern drawl, I'm not gonna lie...the southern drawl is like the English accent to Americans. In other words, it's a swoonfest just waiting to happen. The production was great with no issues that I noted.
This audiobook was published by a new audiobook imprint called AudiOMG! You should definitely look into more of their titles.
I enjoyed these characters, they were such a joy to spend time with. This story had great supporting characters, Nora and Aunt Millie were wonderful additions. They really stood out and gave the story character. Ethan was a great male lead, he had it all; the sexiness, the gruff attitude, the swooniness, and of course, he was the damaged guy that only Vada could make whole, honestly, his backstory is heartbreaking. Thank heavens for Vada. His choice in bed partners before Vada was questionable, I'll admit at one point I was biting my lip hoping the reveal wasn't true...because that would suck, lucky Ethan wasn't a douche. Vava was awesome, I adored her. I wanted to go hang out with her and be her friend. I felt bad that she didn't really have anyone and the reasons for it. She was feisty and smart. She gave as good as she got, which I loved. I liked that she was a writer. She frustrated me a little, but I get she was protecting herself, so that made it alright. The animals were a big part of this story and they were brilliant.
I loved how Ethan and Vada's relationship started and progressed through the story. At times I wasn't sure what was going to happen. I thought the HEA was upon us and then realised the audiobook had over 2 hours to go, that was a WTF moment I can tell you, but, Kennedy Fox is a genius and it worked really well, I was hooked and wondering how and what was going to happen next. The sexy times, to which there are a good few, as you would expect for bedtime reading, were written incredibly well and worked with the story. None of them ever felt forced or out of place. My second WTF moment came when I heard the words 'One Year Later' seriously, I shouted the words, because why? Why would that happen? But, it did happen, and again it worked well for the story, so all is forgiven and I got my HEA. Praise the writing gods!
This dual narration was performed wonderfully by Joe Arden and CJ Bloom, it wasn't a particularly long book, however, I thought they both fit the parts really well and their voices complemented each other, better than I thought they would when I saw their names connected with the audiobook. It was a lovely surprise.
I think this might be my favourite CJ Bloom performance. She really brought Vada to life, she performed her in a way to make the listener connect with her on a level they may not have done while reading the book. Her feelings shone through during the performance and I loved that about it. I really enjoyed her portrayal of the accents and different characters, each one seemed unique and fitting for the character it was for. She also nailed both the sexy and emotional parts of the story.
Joe Arden was the embodiment of Ethan Rochester, at no point did I sit back and think, nope, this voice doesn't fit, he was the character. The inflections and accents used really enhanced the performance and gave each character a distinct sound. Although this book is hot on sexy times, the emotional aspects of this story really shone through and those were the standout moments of Joe's performance for me. Although don't get me wrong, the sexy times were performed, well... sexily, for lack of a better word. JA definitely doesn't disappoint. Lastly, I need to take a second to talk about Joe's southern drawl in this book...swoon, it was fantastic, to this Brit anyway. I'm a sucker for the southern drawl, I'm not gonna lie...the southern drawl is like the English accent to Americans. In other words, it's a swoonfest just waiting to happen. The production was great with no issues that I noted.
This audiobook was published by a new audiobook imprint called AudiOMG! You should definitely look into more of their titles.
shellysbookcorner's review
4.0
Audio Review:
What made the experience of listening to Falling for the Bad Boy the most enjoyable?
The narrators did an excellent job bringing this story to life. Good narrators in my opinion can make or break a story. Bloom and Arden knocked it out of the park!
What did you like best about this story?
The plot was very refreshing and enjoyable. It was funny, steamy sexy, and heartfelt. I loved the banter between Vada and Ethan. Right from the very beginning they were throwing jabs at each other and i knew that would only lead to some hot times later. I loved the whole meddle family members as well. I found this to be a nice, fun listen that was perfect after my last book which was a heavy read.
Have you listened to any of CJ Bloom and Joe Arden ’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
No, this was my first time listening to either one of them. I was very impressed with this narration and I look forward to listening to more books by each narrator. They did an excellent job equally and really brought this story to life!
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes, I actually did listen to in one sitting.
“Received audio copy for which I voluntarily provided an honest review."
What made the experience of listening to Falling for the Bad Boy the most enjoyable?
The narrators did an excellent job bringing this story to life. Good narrators in my opinion can make or break a story. Bloom and Arden knocked it out of the park!
What did you like best about this story?
The plot was very refreshing and enjoyable. It was funny, steamy sexy, and heartfelt. I loved the banter between Vada and Ethan. Right from the very beginning they were throwing jabs at each other and i knew that would only lead to some hot times later. I loved the whole meddle family members as well. I found this to be a nice, fun listen that was perfect after my last book which was a heavy read.
Have you listened to any of CJ Bloom and Joe Arden ’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
No, this was my first time listening to either one of them. I was very impressed with this narration and I look forward to listening to more books by each narrator. They did an excellent job equally and really brought this story to life!
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes, I actually did listen to in one sitting.
“Received audio copy for which I voluntarily provided an honest review."
romancebookaffair's review
5.0
Loved this book! Fell in love with Ethan and Veda. Lots of twists and turns that I didn't see coming.
artbookshelf's review against another edition
5.0
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
I'm really loving all of Kennedy Fox's books that I've read so far! This one was no exception. It dealt with grief and healing and really taking a chance on love.
I loved how Vada and Ethan met, her staying at his guest cottage to hopefully find some inspiration to finish her current book that she us writing. I also loved Ethan's quick wit and the banter he created with Vada. I was surprised how forward Ethan was at first, but found it charming as he and Vada became more comfortable around each other.
It was so heartwarming to read their story of falling in love. Make sure to check this one out!
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I'm really loving all of Kennedy Fox's books that I've read so far! This one was no exception. It dealt with grief and healing and really taking a chance on love.
I loved how Vada and Ethan met, her staying at his guest cottage to hopefully find some inspiration to finish her current book that she us writing. I also loved Ethan's quick wit and the banter he created with Vada. I was surprised how forward Ethan was at first, but found it charming as he and Vada became more comfortable around each other.
It was so heartwarming to read their story of falling in love. Make sure to check this one out!
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