Hi, book buddies :-) It's my first time reading Kristen Callihan, but I loved the combo with Samantha Young in this very funny and steamy romance. So cute!
Outmatched
by Kristen Callihan and Samantha Young
MY OPINION
What an addictive read. It's romcom with wit, charm, and lovely chemistry.
One of the things I find irresistible is the contrast between a strong, troubled alpha male and a spirited, delicate and smart woman. This couple is awesome! They clash like fire and ice, yet deep down they give each other something unique and so needed.
For instance, he is this rough ex-boxer with money problems, a wayward younger brother and a gym in disgrace. He doesn't trust rich women or date tiny beauties with a big grain. However, he starts to find exactly that kind of woman adorable and a balm to his spirit as they spend more time together. And what a time! I loved the premise, and the meet-cute is phenomenal. She wants to hire the perfect boyfriend to help her in her misogynistic work environment. Care to guess who shows up to tell her off? This big guy may have some harsh manners but his cocky appeal wins her day and ignites all her hormones.
Such wonderful dialogues. They are full of banter and lively energy. The dynamics between Parker and Rhys are both challenging and sweet. They go on these dates to deceive her boss which turn out to be hilarious, engaging and oh so enchanting. What about the kisses?! The first one manages to be magical and then a huge explosion of heat. Wow.
I found all the activities they did together very charming and entertaining, for example when they do a sport outing that ends up being an incredible adventure. They are dreamy together when their attraction mixes with the fake goals and the real goals.
I enjoyed the character developement. He faces guilt and remorse in some pretty emotional ways, and she learns to trust love again after a sorrowful past. The transition from playful dislike to really knowing each other and having feelings is wonderful, so when they reach that climax of strong feelings and confronting misunderstandings it is a powerfull moment. The tormented boxer and the prim lady have to confront a few problems including a sleazy nemesis and deep emotional fears. The result is both intense and beautiful.
Sensual, funny and real. I loved this couple's journey and the witty writing style.
Outmatched, an all-new standalone
contemporary romance by New York Times
bestselling authors Kristen Callihan and Samantha Young, is LIVE!
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publishing date: November 19, 2019
What happens when a boxer finds chemistry with a geek?
Parker Brown can’t believe she needs to hire a fake boyfriend. When she landed her dream job in renewable energy, she thought she’d be entering a world at the forefront of progressive thinking.
But the head boss prefers to promote employees who are “settled.” Thankfully, she’s found the perfect candidate, a fellow intellectual looking for some quick cash. What Parker gets is his protective big brother—Rhys Morgan. The tall, muscled ex-boxer with a foul mouth shows up just as her boss does, and now she’s stuck with the manipulative jerk.
Responsibility weighs heavily on Rhys. Now permanently out of the ring, he’s trying to hold together his late father’s gym and keep his younger brother, Dean, on the straight and narrow. To save Dean from himself, Rhys takes his place, ready to give this society girl a piece of his mind. Instead, he finds an opportunity.
Even though they can hardly stand each other, posing as Parker’s boyfriend is a win-win deal. She gets to keep her job, and he’ll charm her star-struck boss into sponsoring his gym.
Problem is, they can barely keep their hands off each other. And what started as an easy deal isn’t so easy anymore. Because what future can a rough ex-boxer, afraid to open his heart, and a polished society geek, who has sworn off real relationships, possibly have?
They say opposites attract.
ENJOY AN EXCERPT
AngryTink: Hey. This is Parker. Parker
Brown.
My phone dinged loudly. I fumbled
around my bed, finally finding the damn thing under a pillow. Wiping the sleep
off my face, I rolled onto my back and read the text that had pulled me out of
a pleasant sleep. I smiled. It was just so … Parker. Settling in, I answered
her.
RhysThis: Don’t have to tell me who you are. Your number is
programmed on my phone. What do you want?
AngryTink: Well, good morning to you too, Happy Pants.
My smile turned into an evil grin.
The girl was always going to punch back and make it count.
RhysThis: That’s Mr. Happy Pants. Though, TBH, my pants
aren’t too happy at the moment. Want to help me out with that?
AngryTink: Tempting. Truly. But, no.
RhysThis: RU sure? ‘Cuz Happy Pants Rhys is much more
agreeable than Sad That He Had to Self-Satisfy Rhys.
AngryTink: Would you please behave?
RhysThis: I’m not the one who mentioned the emotional state
of my pants.
AngryTink: ARGH!
A chuckle rumbled in my chest as my
thumbs tapped out a response I knew would piss her off more.
RhysThis: Was that even English? Honestly, Ms. Brown, I
thought you were educated.
She took a moment to answer. I could
picture her, phone in hand, grinding her teeth.
AngryTink: You’re deliberately trying to annoy me, aren’t
you?
RhysThis: You’re quick. I’ll give you that.
AngryTink: Mr. Morgan, I’m about ten seconds away from
finding an alternate fake boyfriend. A goat on a rope would be a better
candidate at this point.
It was cute she thought that was
threatening.
RhysThis: Yeah, probably. But the goat doesn’t have a signed
contract. I do, Tinker Bell.
AngryTink: ARGH@!!
RhysThis: You’re kind of cute when you talk pirate.
ABOUT THE MASTERMINDS
About Kristen:
Kristen Callihan is an author because there is nothing else she'd rather be. She is a RITA winner and three-time nominee and winner of two RT Reviewer's Choice awards. Her novels have garnered starred reviews from Publisher's Weekly and the Library Journal, as well as being awarded top picks by many reviewers.
Her debut book FIRELIGHT received RT Magazine's Seal of Excellence, was named a best book of the year by Library Journal, best book of Spring 2012 by Publisher's Weekly, and was named the best romance book of 2012 by ALA RUSA. When she is not writing, she is reading.
Connect with Kristen:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KristenCallihan/
Twitter - Kris10Callihan
Website - http://www.kristencallihan.com/
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Goodreads - https://www.goodreads.com/Kristen_Callihan
About Samantha:
Samantha Young is a New York Times and #1 International bestselling author from Stirlingshire, Scotland. On Dublin Street was Samantha's first adult contemporary romance series and has sold in thirty countries. She has since published over thirteen romance titles including the New York Times Bestsellers Into the Deep, Hero, and her most recent contemporary romance Play On. When writing Adult Paranormal romance she writes under the pen name S. Young.
Connect with Samantha:
Website – http://authorsamanthayoung.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/authorsamanthayoung/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/AuthorSamYoung
Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.co.uk/samyoungauthor/
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