'Worked Up' by Tessa Bailey is a contemporary romance novel set in the small town of Hook, focusing on the relationship between the blue-collar hero, Duke, and the artist heroine, Samantha. The book explores themes of insta-love, marriage of convenience, and features a hero described as a "Pouty Man Bear" with a heart of gold. The story is filled with steamy scenes, dirty talk, and adorable banter between the characters.
The book is praised for its delightful characters, especially Duke and Samantha, who are described as a perfect match with strong, quirky, and sassy personalities. The writing style is commended for its ability to create lovable characters, engaging chemistry, and a story that keeps readers wanting more, delivering happiness and steam in equal measure.
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The romance is a central focus throughout the narrative, showcasing the growth and development of Duke and Samantha's relationship.
From The Publisher:
Factory mechanic Duke Crawford just wants to watch SportsCenter in peace. Unfortunately, living with four divorcee sisters doesn't provide much silence, nor does it change his stance on relationships. But when a fellow commitment-phobe stumbles into his life, getting him good and worked up, he can't deny his protective instincts.
Samantha Waverly's brother just put her in an impossible situation. The only way out? Marry huge, gruff, gladiator look-alike Duke-for show, of course. She doesn't make promises-she knows too well how easily they can be broken-and this is no exception.
As the blistering attraction between them grows, the lines around the no-strings relationship blur. But Duke and Samantha's marriage is only for show...or is it?
Ratings (4)
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Loved It (2) | |
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