He likes a challenge… instant connection to someone. Which means I’m in serious trouble. Chloe’s a smart, sexy distraction I can’t afford, but one date can’t hurt, right? Only she turns me down. And just like that, it’s game on.
She’s sworn off love…
Finn Auprince is the hottest player in the major leagues. Look up “It Factor” in the dictionary and there’s his handsome face. He’s also my biggest client and I don’t care how easy it is to talk to him or how fun it is to manage his social media accounts, I will not give in to his charms. Then one drunken night, I tell him about my curse: all my previous boyfriends have found their soul mates while dating me. One more heartbreak, and I’ll never recover. But Finn doesn’t believe in curses—he believes in me. Professionally and personally. He sets out to prove the universe isn’t against me, and that his one true love isn’t waiting around the next corner.
The problem is…can we play the game of love and both come out on top?
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This is one of those –
A romance that invokes all the fuzzy wuzzy, marshmallow feel-good emotions that are the reason I delve into the pages of a romance.
I fell in love with both of the main characters right from the green light!
Chloe just has so much energy and heart and darn if her daddy didn’t raise her right. Her world has been one loss after another and yet she still sees the sunshine in the cloudiest of skies. I will say she is a lot more forgiving than I would be.
Finn is the perfect book boyfriend. Fun, athletic, he gives off the whole boy next door vibe. Finn has had a rough time of it himself. Despite being American Royalty his life has not been easy. He has secrets and scars of his own.
The two of them together? A Grand-slam!!
If you are looking for the perfect afternoon read that evokes all those happy notes – this is definitely it.
Laughter, a little angst, the trials of a loving family (I can not wait to read the brothers stories) and a whole lot of sweet romance.
I received an ARC in return for an honest review. Poor Chloe has the worst luck. I think I would be afraid to date again if every guy I fall in love with find his soulmate while with me. There definitely was an all-around connection with her and Finn though. This was a nice read and not too dramatic.
Laugh out loud. Fall in love. Begin again. Heartthrob can charm the heart out of any chest. Bielman keeps the humor flowing, even as she massages the heart. Finn needs a wake up call. Chloe is just the woman to douse him in a bucketful of reality, it she doesn’t lose herself to the fantasy. Robin Bielman makes me smile more and laugh harder than any other author I’ve ever read. How can I not love that.
Such a fun book to read. I couldn’t get enough of Finn and Chloe.
Baseball star, Finn Auprince is the hottest player in Major League Baseball. When Chloe Conrad is hired to be his social media manager, life turns around for them both. Chloe believes she is cursed when it comes to love and Finn doesn’t get serious with any of the women he dates. But, together, they bring out the best in each other. When they decide to give romance a try, both Chloe and Finn are surprised how well they get along. But, will it be enough for a lasting relationship?
I knew from the very first page of this book, that I wouldn’t be able to put it down. It is a really good romantic comedy with characters I didn’t want to say goodbye to when the book came to an end. I was impressed with this author’s writing style. She kept it lighthearted and fun. I will definitely be picking up some more of her books soon.
**4.5 Stars** Robin Bielman has hit a home run with the first book in her new American Royalty series, Heartthrob!
Finn Auprince, the top center fielder in MLB has unfortunately lost his team the World Series and has injured himself in the final game to make matters worse. When his reputation takes a hit from his actions during the series, the team hires a social media manager to help get him get back in the good standing with the public.
When Finn meets Chloe Conrad, the social media manager, he’s instantly drawn to her. There’s no denying the chemistry between these two. While Chloe is trying to keep things professional between them (she’s sworn off men after having her heart broken too many times), it’s getting harder and harder to keep up her defenses when it comes to Finn. They have so much fun together and Finn is a very charming, fun and all-around good guy.
As much as Chloe wants to give them a chance, she believes she’s cursed when it comes to love. Can Finn convince her differently and that they’re meant for each other?
This story was so much fun to read! I loved Finn and Chloe! Add in an adorable puppy, great secondary characters, and a storyline that had me smiling throughout the book, made this book a winner!
I definitely recommend adding this one to your TBR!
I really book! So we have hottie baseball player Finn-glad I grabbed this I love sports stories but normally I grab hockey players so this was a refreshing change I know it is not my first book from a baseball player but it seriously has been years. Anywho back to review, so Finn is hurt and while on his imposed recovery he needs a social media specialist not because he wants to but because he has to and in enters Chloe. I really liked Chloe for a majority of reasons, one she was down to earth and dressed comfortably not trying to impress others, second she was not falling all over herself over Finn. These two were great together I enjoyed their chemistry and their banter and I can’t wait for the next brother!!
Rcvd an ARC at no cost to author..(netgalley) voluntarily reviewed with my own thoughts and opinions.
This is book one in The American Royalty series and it features Finn and Chloe. I was so engrossed in their witty banter and flirting that I didn’t realize I had already read half way through the book. These two were great together in and out of bed. I absolutely LOVED that she read THAT book to him. Their problems were real and their feelings felt genuine. Family was a big deal and both of theirs were fabulous.
The romance was sweet and steamy, without all the drama. The flow was so smooth I read the entire book in one sitting. I can’t wait for the next book in the series by this amazingly talented author.
4.5
Cute and fun
What I liked:
The writing style
The characters
Dual POVs
Part of a series: American Royalty
Standalone
HEA
I look forward to reading the next book in this series.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC from NetGalley.
I received an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I have read other books by this author and was excited to get the opportunity to check this one out early. I ended up really enjoying it! Finn is a famous baseball player and Chloe is bored by his team to manage his social media accounts. They were totally perfect for each other and once they decided to be open and honest about their feelings- they finally get their happily ever after! Finn seems so perfect- I would love to read a sequel that focuses on his life after his baseball career and incorporates more of Sammy as a therapy dog – maybe it can be a new foundation for this American Royal!
Sometimes you just need a wonderful sappy romance to escape in. This book was perfect! Chloe & Finn were attracted from the beginning. Chloe is the social media manager the team hired to boost Finn’s presence & followers. She’s been hurt by 4 different boyfriends, feels she’s jinxed in love & is determined to stop dating. Finn is from a wealthy family but is very down to earth. He steers clear of entanglements because he wants to concentrate 200% on his career. Unfortunately, he was hurt in the last game of the season & his reputation took a hit because of unsportsmanlike conduct when he was frustrated.
The sparks off these two were apparent from the beginning. They challenged each other & forced themselves outside of their comfort zone. I liked that Finn’s brothers gave him crap but yet their love & affection shown through. His grandmother was fiesty & in the words of my grandmother, a “hoot”! I loved the meeting with Josh & Jesse. The addition of Sammy added some comic relief but also some sad moments. This was a very entertaining read & I hope to read more in this series!
When it comes to men Chole Conrad just can’t seem to pick a good one, after many failed relationships she is convinced that she is cursed in love. Every time she thinks she is getting closer to a ring on her finger, they walk out of her life and immediately into the arms of their forever love. So, after being dumped yet again, and having her heart crushed, she decides it’s time to take a long break from men. But then a sexy center fielder wanders into her life and demolishes her little rule… and steals her heart!
Undeniable chemistry, heated banter, and unshakable feelings are the perfect recipe for a heart squeezing and toe curling love story… and the pages of Heartthrob are riddled with it! I loved this newest offering from Ms. Bielman, her perfectly penned words and endearing characters made for an amazing combination, one that had me captivated from start to finish. Finn Auprince completely stole my heart, as soon as that gorgeous man wandered onto the page I knew I was in trouble, he was the perfect hero. He was as alpha as they come, but he also had this dangerous sweet side that reeked havoc on my heart! I loved his brothers as well, after meeting them I am more than a little curious to see what the author has in store for them, I am imagining lots of good things! Highly recommend you get your hands on this one, it comes bearing many wonderful gifts that will leave you smiling!
I requested an advanced copy of this title from the publisher, and I am voluntarily leaving my honest opinion.
Great start to a new series. Full of sexy, sweet and sassy moments. I loved Finn and Chloe from the start. They had such chemistry. Can’t wait for Ethan and Drew to meet their matches.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC received via NetGalley.
Every boyfriend that Chloe has seems to find their true love with someone else while dating her…is it a curse that will continue forever? When this media manager meet her next client baseball great Finn, she vows to keep everything professional. The more time they spend together the more sparks fly but is it leading Chloe to once again become second fiddle? Or will Finn be he one man who breaks the curse? With beautifully written characters and a storyline that had me hooked from the opening pages this was a fantastic read. There is nothing better than true love and baseball.
4.5 Feel Good Stars
Sweet romance following Finn Auprince, self confessed batchelor, millionaire and arguably America’s best baseball player. His team hires a social media manager to spruce up his slightly damaged reputation. Enter Chloe Conrad, whizz with social networking and she’s definitely got his stats, she’s not interested though, she’s nursing a broken heart. However, when Finn wants something, he’s persistent, and Chloe proves to be the ultimate challenge. What can harm can a little fling do? What better way to get over someone, by getting under someone else. This all sounds good in theory, but the chemistry between them both is electric, one night is not going to be enough. A story that’s been told a thousand times, yet I never tire of it. Wonderful writing, perfect characters, Finn and his family may be uber rich, but they are adorable. Add in Chloe and her dad, and their friends and there is not a bad feeling to be had whilst reading this book. I can’t wait for more from the Auprince brothers. I received an advanced copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. This is my honest review.
Ok book
just okay
Really enjoyed the story up until 3/4ths of the way through, it hit a snag I had to walk away from for a couple of hours … credibility re communication … then I went back and finished it and loved the ending.