A vacation getaway filled with sun, sand and sizzling seduction…from USA TODAY bestselling author Jules Bennett!”You’re in charge in the office… I’m in charge here.”Kelly Prentiss needs her workaholic boss, Luke Holloway, to relax–and see her as more than his assistant. So she arranges him an island vacation–with her! And just as she fantasized, the island heat ignites a passion that makes … that makes seduction irresistible. But once they’re home–amid a scandal about to take down his family’s company–will it be back to business as usual?
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Texas Cattleman’s Club: Rags to Riches
Book 1: The Price of Passion by Maureen Child
Book 2: Black Sheep Heir by Yvonne Lindsay
Book 3: The Paternity Pact by Cat Schield
Book 4: Trust Fund Fiancé by Naima Simone
Book 5: Billionaire Behind the Mask by Andrea Laurence
Book 6: In Bed with His Rival by Katherine Garbera
Book 7: Tempted by the Boss by Jules Bennett
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Tempted by the Boss is part of the Texas Cattleman’s Club series but can also be read as a stand alone story. Luke is a workaholic who is trying to save the family company after scandal and embezzlement nearly destroyed it. Kelly, his personal assistant, is secretly attracted to Luke and also worried about his health because he never takes time for himself. Kelly and Luke’s brother arrange a forced, secret vacation in which Kelly also has plans to seduce Luke. The tropical vacation works a little too well and now Kelly must protect her heart because she fears that she can’t handle Luke reverting to his old ways. The story that follows is a hot, steamy love story that practically burns up the pages but is also classy and engaging story that is filled with respect, honor, a little miscommunication and a happy resolution.
I received a copy from the publisher but all thoughts and feelings are my own.
A fun upbeat boss/assistant romance that will have you bouncing in your seat the entire book. I absolutely loved Luke and Kelly. Kelly is so upbeat and smart. Luke is brooding and somewhat clueless but Kelly definitely helps in all aspects of his life.
What a fun & sexy read!! A great quick start with a bit of a kidnapping that’s needed for a sexy workaholic who never quits. Little does he know she’s fancied Luke her boss for some time ! I loved that the bulk of the story was centered on a quiet island & the climaxed ending was a fancy event with a typically beautiful HEA ! Highly recommend this one as I do any books by Jules! Enjoy! I was pleased to read in exchange for my honest opinion and review !
Luke is a workaholic boss and Kelly, his assistant has always had the hots for him. She and find a a way to get Luke to relax…kidnap him and force him to relax on a tropical vacation. He is not happy nor his he happy with his swimsuit selection (LOL). But island helps them both relax and find passion. I love that she really wants what is best for him and the make a great couple.
Luke Holloway is a workaholic and trying to fix the problems of the Wingate scandal. Kelly Prentiss is his assistant, who may have had a “thing” for him for a few years now…when she “kidnaps” him (with help from his brother, Zeke) to a forced island vacation, she hopes there will be a chance to show him how she truly feels about him while getting him to forget about work for a few days.
This 7th book in the Texas Cattleman’s Club Rags to Riches series, Tempted by the Boss, is a really enjoyable, quicker read with heat, a great boss/employee romance storyline, and lots of banter and teasing and heat. 4.5 stars for this quick get-away read!
This was a fun harlequin novel. Kelly was sweet and strong. Luke was a bit stubborn but once he relaxed he figured things out. This book is an easy, light read that plays a little bit into the holidays without going overboard. I enjoy Jules Bennett’s writing style and this was a fun example of it.
Breathtaking temptation! Jules Bennett has outdone herself with this fast-paced gem! TEMPTED BY THE BOSS is book seven in the Texas Cattleman’s Club: Rags To Riches series and is sure to please with easy to like characters, a fun setting and just enough back story to intrigue the reader. Loving this series!
Luke is a doll. He’s one of the less visible characters in the Wingate scandal, so it’s fun to get to know him better and see how he ticks.
Kelly is self-assured and indispensable. She’s had a crush on Luke for years, but A he’s her boss and B he’s blinded to her outside of the office.
I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys a family saga filled with passion, family and intrigue.
Another amazing installation in the Texas Cattleman’s Club by Ms. Bennett
She has a way with words and makes the boss/assistant trope so much more. I love that Kelly & Luke’s love actually develop away from the office.
Kelly, who has worked for Luke for many years, gets the opportunity to spend a week with him in a romantic getaway that Luke desperately needs in order to relax from work. Luke is a workaholic and would never agree to such a vacation. During the vacation Luke and Kelly become more aware of their attraction to one another. Upon return to the office, life goes back to normal but Kelly and Luke both realize that they cannot go on ignoring their attraction as they had prior to the vacation. Heartwarming, easy read with a few laughs.
Tempted by the Boss is Jules Bennett’s contribution to the Texas Cattleman’s Club: Rags to Riches series. I have to be honest – I could not put this book down. Kelly has had feelings for Luke, her boss, for years. When his brother suggests he needs a break, she sweeps him off to Hawaii for a vacation. Of course, Luke isn’t pleased at first with her lies about their trip. As time passes, he realizes that Kelly was right and he did need a much-needed break. I highly recommend Tempted by the Boss as I read it in one sitting. I received an advance copy which I chose to read and review. This is my honest opinion.
This is a great story! I really enjoyed the professional relationship that Luke and Kelly have and I was definitely impressed that she was able to put this plan together, with his brother Zeke, but knowing that it might not go as planned. It was fun to be along with them on the island especially when buttoned up Luke had to majorly step outside of his comfort zone with his wardrobe, or lack of a wardrobe, for the week. It was nice to see both of them relax and get to know each other better and see if something romantic might happen between them. I thought that things had changed for them on the island but of course when it is back to reality, it isn’t always smooth sailing. Both made mistakes but I was glad in the end that they were able to talk about things and see what is next for them. I am very intrigued with the new plan and focus for the company, I am hoping they can get the company back and make it into what is used to be. Definitely looking forward to the next book.
Luke is a workaholic, he doesn’t take day off. His brother and assistant decide that he needs vacation. Kelly “kidnaps” him.
Beautiful Island is what both of them need and maybe something more.
Both characters are great, storyline is awesome and as every book written by Ms. Bennett, this one is amazing too.
Kelly knows her boss is a workaholic & needs a break so he doesn’t burn out. She works with his brother & arranges for a getaway trip for just her & her boss Luke. He was upset that he was lied to, that the trip wasn’t really to meet with an investor but as time went on he started to relax. The question then was will things go back to normal when they return to the office or will their relationship continue on.
this is an interesting story.
Kelly has held a flame for her boss for awhile. Luke is burning out trying to find a way to bring his family’s company back from the brink of closing. Kelly basically kidnaps her boss with his family’s blessings to get him to relax.
A wonderful tale of finding something right under your nose.
Very enjoyable read and I could not put it down. Two strong willed workaholics, one romantic getaway equal lots of sparks! Interesting story line and determined characters make this a delightful story you don’t want to miss.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book: all opinions expressed are my own.
I love the Texas Cattleman’s Club books and was excited for Tempted by the Boss. And let me tell you, I was not disappointed. A fun, sexy hot read. I really enjoyed it.
Kelly knows her boss needs to get away and get his mind off the company for a bit.. So she “kidnaps” Luke with the help of his brother and whisks him off to Hawaii, thinking he is meeting and investor..When they are about there she tells him the truth that there is no investor that they are going there to relax. She has more in mind than relaxing with him though! 🙂 Luke is furious when he finds out she has lied to him. He stubs up like a little child. But can she get him to relax once he finds out this is really what he needs?
Kelly is like sex on a stick to Luke though..Why had he not seen her as sexy before? She is parading around in a little bikini and he is wearing funny shorts that are to small..
Jules Bennett is very vivid in her descriptions of Luke and Kelly! The way she describes them I can see them plainly!
Another wonderful story in the TCC. It was great getting to learn more about Luke and Kelly. To bring them to life in the way that Jules did keeps you turning the page to see what they are going to get into next!