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bookedandbusybookblog's review
5.0
I’ve said it before and will say it again, Piper Rayne ALWAYS saves the best for last! Wild Steamy Hookup is book three in the White Collar Brothers series and my favorite of the bunch! The ladies brought their A-game with this story as Dom and Val’s second chance romance made me cry one minute and laugh the next. I was so frustrated as the story played out with Dom and Val not being honest with each other and why they ended the way the did and I was on the edge of my seat just rooting for the two of them. This truly was an amazing second chance romance with all the feels!
bookaddictreviews's review
5.0
Piper Rayne saved the best Mancini for last! Dominic was the mysterious brother, he kept to himself, was sneaking away constantly, had a mystery hook-up. I was DYING to know more about him and this one did not disappoint.
Val and Dom have loved each other since they were children, but timing was never in their favor. When they had their chances something would prevent it from going further whether it be from and ex to being a workaholic. Their rollercoaster of a relationship started as children, but as adults will things finally work out for them?
I LOVE Dom and Val. Their chemistry, their history, their pain and heartbreak. I fell in love with the characters, their story and of course, their mommas! This was a more emotional story compared to the other two in the series, but still definitely had some of the laughs you come to expect from Piper Rayne.
I am in LOVE with this family and I am looking forward to seeing more of them in the future with Blanca’s story. This is a MUST READ BOOK and SERIES!
Val and Dom have loved each other since they were children, but timing was never in their favor. When they had their chances something would prevent it from going further whether it be from and ex to being a workaholic. Their rollercoaster of a relationship started as children, but as adults will things finally work out for them?
I LOVE Dom and Val. Their chemistry, their history, their pain and heartbreak. I fell in love with the characters, their story and of course, their mommas! This was a more emotional story compared to the other two in the series, but still definitely had some of the laughs you come to expect from Piper Rayne.
I am in LOVE with this family and I am looking forward to seeing more of them in the future with Blanca’s story. This is a MUST READ BOOK and SERIES!
linzreadz13's review
4.0
This couple frustrated the heck out of me but I loved every second!
I love this whole crew! The Mancini men, Blanca, Lulu, Gia, Dom, and Val all hold a special place in my heart. Even though this wasn’t my favorite in the series, I still really enjoyed this story!
There were times where I wanted to reach through my kindle screen and smack Dom upside the head in hopes he would come to his senses. At the same time though, he has a sweet and caring side that had me falling for him. I love that with how much of a workaholic he is, he ended up being the brother who drunkenly got married in Vegas. This is a trope that I love and I’m so glad this writing duo finally wrote it!
Val, has been in love with Dom for a very long time but their timing has never been right. She is sweet, caring, and kind. I loved watching her and Dom’s conflicting personalities challenge the other and move their way to a happy future.
I will absolutely be keeping an eye out for Blanca’s story because she is a hoot and deserves her own happily ever after.
Grateful to have received a complimentary ARC copy to honestly review.
I love this whole crew! The Mancini men, Blanca, Lulu, Gia, Dom, and Val all hold a special place in my heart. Even though this wasn’t my favorite in the series, I still really enjoyed this story!
There were times where I wanted to reach through my kindle screen and smack Dom upside the head in hopes he would come to his senses. At the same time though, he has a sweet and caring side that had me falling for him. I love that with how much of a workaholic he is, he ended up being the brother who drunkenly got married in Vegas. This is a trope that I love and I’m so glad this writing duo finally wrote it!
Val, has been in love with Dom for a very long time but their timing has never been right. She is sweet, caring, and kind. I loved watching her and Dom’s conflicting personalities challenge the other and move their way to a happy future.
I will absolutely be keeping an eye out for Blanca’s story because she is a hoot and deserves her own happily ever after.
Grateful to have received a complimentary ARC copy to honestly review.
jensreads1983's review
5.0
I've been eagerly anticipating Dom's story since getting a sneak peek at the end of Dirty Flirty Enemy and this book was one that had me hooked and consumed from beginning to end. This was not the typical romcom Piper Rayne book we are used to but was an emotional second chance romance that definitely pulled on the heartstrings. I absolutely could not get enough of this witty, funny, sexy and heartwarming story. Piper Rayne won me over and over again with the amazing characters, captivating storyline and flawless writing. I loved every moment of this read.
I loved everything about Dom and Val. After getting their back story, things made so much sense and gave this story clarity. Piper Rayne nailed the passionate, soul deep and enthralling chemistry between them. The slow burn, the push and pull, the ups and downs...I loved it all. This would not be a Piper Rayne book without the silly antics and funny moments; Gia.. that girl needs a book!
Wild Steamy Hook-Up was a delicious treat. It was the complete entertainment package. It was sweet and passionate, it was dirty, sassy and hilarious. It was just the right kind of heartaching angsty that I devoured. Piper Rayne brilliance at it's very best.
I loved everything about Dom and Val. After getting their back story, things made so much sense and gave this story clarity. Piper Rayne nailed the passionate, soul deep and enthralling chemistry between them. The slow burn, the push and pull, the ups and downs...I loved it all. This would not be a Piper Rayne book without the silly antics and funny moments; Gia.. that girl needs a book!
Wild Steamy Hook-Up was a delicious treat. It was the complete entertainment package. It was sweet and passionate, it was dirty, sassy and hilarious. It was just the right kind of heartaching angsty that I devoured. Piper Rayne brilliance at it's very best.
evmb_c's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-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? No
3.75
bookaddict_fanatic's review
5.0
I've been excited for Dom's story since getting a sneak peek at the end of Dirty Flirty Enemy and this book was one that had me consumed from beginning to end. This was not the typical romcom Piper Rayne book, this was an emotional second chance romance that definitely pulled on the heartstrings. Dom and Val have loved each other since they were kids but when you're young life never goes as planned and their paths took different turns. Their story is one that will have you yelling at your kindle, laughing at the Mancini Men, Blanca, Lulu, Gia and frustrated with Dom and Val that you'll want to throttle them. I can honestly say that this book had me on edge the entire time and realizing by the end I didn't want to let go! Such a beautiful story about second chances, finding the one and not letting them go!
_janina's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
catwithbooks's review against another edition
4.0
Für mich wieder eine Geschichte, die ich verschlungen habe.
Die anderen beiden haben mich schon gut unterhalten und Domenic und Valentina stehen da in nichts nach.
Man könnte meinen beiden hätten nichts gemeinsam und doch ist da mehr. Sie stellen doch schon bald fest das sie besser harmonieren als gedacht. Dabei ist es jetzt nicht so, dass die beiden sich fremd sind, in diesen Fall kennen sie sich seit Jahren.
Natürlich wäre ein ehrliches und einfaches Gespräche die einfachste Lösung gewesen, aber dann hätte wir Leser nichts von gehabt. Den grad das ist doch oft Realität.
Die Handlung ist wieder schön locker und angenehm zu lesen. Die beiden Charaktere sind sympathisch und zusammen knistert es ganz schön zwischen ihnen.
Ich liebe die Bücher des Autorinnen Duo, ihre Bücher sind immer humorvoll und witzig, aber auch mit viel Liebe und Emotionen.
Die anderen beiden haben mich schon gut unterhalten und Domenic und Valentina stehen da in nichts nach.
Man könnte meinen beiden hätten nichts gemeinsam und doch ist da mehr. Sie stellen doch schon bald fest das sie besser harmonieren als gedacht. Dabei ist es jetzt nicht so, dass die beiden sich fremd sind, in diesen Fall kennen sie sich seit Jahren.
Natürlich wäre ein ehrliches und einfaches Gespräche die einfachste Lösung gewesen, aber dann hätte wir Leser nichts von gehabt. Den grad das ist doch oft Realität.
Die Handlung ist wieder schön locker und angenehm zu lesen. Die beiden Charaktere sind sympathisch und zusammen knistert es ganz schön zwischen ihnen.
Ich liebe die Bücher des Autorinnen Duo, ihre Bücher sind immer humorvoll und witzig, aber auch mit viel Liebe und Emotionen.
scarletellajones's review
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
becsa's review
4.0
Dominic Mancini is the last brother to find happiness and love but for him he has always been in love with Valentina Cavallo until she went and married someone else. Now Dominic has buried himself in his job and flings until a drunken night in Vegas turns everything upside down.
Valentina Cavallo Sommerland knew her heart always belonged to Dominic but when certain situations happen she has found herself married to Max Sommerland and then divorced and left as a single mom to Ryder.
When a drunken night in Vegas leads to the two of them getting married they both realize that an annulment is the best way out of it but with two Italian mama's nothing is as easy as it seems!
This is another great book in the series and full of a lot more emotion due to the past but at the same time a little more frustration as it's only gradually that you learn the huge past the two of them share.
Dominic was so focused on his work that he allowed himself to put a huge wall up around his heart and he only made time for causal sex with no strings. You could tell that he had been burned in the past by love and therefore stuck to sex with no attachments.
Valentina was raising her son Ryder and trying to run dance studios. She has had her shares of ups and downs with her relationship with her ex-Max and it appears that her life has finally settled down.
The Vegas marriage was interesting in that both said they made a mistake right away even though they had such a past. I thought it was so funny that Carm put the pieces together and may have let it slip and then the Mama's were awesome!! They made me laugh so much and I loved how they controlled the whole situation.
From there on out you saw a change in both Val and Dom in different ways but both of them were still guarding their respective hearts even though they couldn't deny their chemistry and began to act on it.
I loved the little things like the scene at Val's parents store and how much Dom helped them out. One of my other favorite scenes was between Dom and Gia and once again there appeared to be a shift in Dom.
I knew something big was coming and the big blowup did not disappoint at all with both Dom and Val's insecurities controlling everything and not listening to the other one! I was shocked at everything that was revealed during that fight and my heart did completely break for Dom!
The end was awesome and I was so happy that the two of them were able to figure everything out and get on the right page!!
The epilogue was great and I am really excited for Blanca's story!!
Valentina Cavallo Sommerland knew her heart always belonged to Dominic but when certain situations happen she has found herself married to Max Sommerland and then divorced and left as a single mom to Ryder.
When a drunken night in Vegas leads to the two of them getting married they both realize that an annulment is the best way out of it but with two Italian mama's nothing is as easy as it seems!
This is another great book in the series and full of a lot more emotion due to the past but at the same time a little more frustration as it's only gradually that you learn the huge past the two of them share.
Dominic was so focused on his work that he allowed himself to put a huge wall up around his heart and he only made time for causal sex with no strings. You could tell that he had been burned in the past by love and therefore stuck to sex with no attachments.
Valentina was raising her son Ryder and trying to run dance studios. She has had her shares of ups and downs with her relationship with her ex-Max and it appears that her life has finally settled down.
The Vegas marriage was interesting in that both said they made a mistake right away even though they had such a past. I thought it was so funny that Carm put the pieces together and may have let it slip and then the Mama's were awesome!! They made me laugh so much and I loved how they controlled the whole situation.
From there on out you saw a change in both Val and Dom in different ways but both of them were still guarding their respective hearts even though they couldn't deny their chemistry and began to act on it.
I loved the little things like the scene at Val's parents store and how much Dom helped them out. One of my other favorite scenes was between Dom and Gia and once again there appeared to be a shift in Dom.
I knew something big was coming and the big blowup did not disappoint at all with both Dom and Val's insecurities controlling everything and not listening to the other one! I was shocked at everything that was revealed during that fight and my heart did completely break for Dom!
The end was awesome and I was so happy that the two of them were able to figure everything out and get on the right page!!
The epilogue was great and I am really excited for Blanca's story!!