Patrick is my friend.My best friend.He’s every good girl’s dream come true.Funny, sweet and holy-hell hot.Perfect.So what’s the problem?I’m far from perfect and I’m no one’s idea of a good girl.I know that. I know he’s out of my league, but that doesn’t stop me from wanting him.And if the way he looks at me when he thinks no one is paying attention is any indicator, he wants me too. But he’ll … indicator, he wants me too.
But he’ll never make a move on me. Not unless I make him. That’s what my friend Tess says. She thinks all Patrick needs is a little push. I think she might be right.
The last thing I expected was for him to push back
Warning This full-length contemporary romance is intended for mature (18+) audiences only!
Patrick and Cari’s story concludes in volume 2, Claiming Cari**
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This is the first book in the series and was a really good enjoyable fun read but be warned it does end on a cliffhanger I just loved the chemistry between Patrick and Cari they are smoking hot together this is a super start to the series
Smoking hot storyline that kept my interest from the first page to the last. Great characters. Lots of drama and suspense. Read cover to cover in one sitting. Five stars.
This was a well written story but I can’t get over how long it is. Way longer than necessary. Then there’s a second book with over 400 pages. Just too much.
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Patrick and Cari have known each other for years, yet were only just friends. Cari continuously picks the wrong kind of guy who does nothing but treat her wrong or cheats on her. This last breakup was harsh for Cari when she caught her boyfriend with someone else. So now homeless, Patrick volunteers his place for Cari to live. Cari and her friend Tess, decide to see if they can “push” Patrick into being unfriendly and actually get it on with Cari. When he finds out their plot, he is angry but then he starts getting his revenge. Loved this story but did not expect a cliffhanger. Anxiously wanting to read the rest in this series. I really hope in the next book, Cari and Patrick can work through their issues. There is also a bit of a mystery in this story as well as legal issues for Patrick. Read this series and enjoy! I bought t his book as it is a keeper.
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A real page turner thats captivating. I couldn’t stop reading once I started! I’m still very surprised that I could skip lunch just because I wanted to how Patrick and Cari resolved their issues. Thumbs up Megyn ward, I love your book!
Friends for three years are really into each other while not saying anything. Cari decides to push for sex by regularly flaunting herself after she moves in with Patrick. Lots of very hurt feelings which makes a lot of the book sad. Throw in a wild family, insane bar staff, and some real jerk off exes and there are some very uncomfortable situations throughout. Really good story. This is not a standalone—it is part one!
Patrick and Cari are great characters. The writing is strong. The interaction is fun. The flow is easy. I love the secondary characters and their stories. Very nice reading. A few surprises that pop up are very interesting.
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Loved the book it was great the story was well written and the characters were interesting. Patrick and Cari are best friends, they trust each other but they can be rude. Cari has a self-esteem problem but she is sexy, pretty and a great friend to Patrick. Patrick is hot, sexy, and in love with Cari.
Thank you for allowing me to review this book it was great.
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So I was certainly NOT expecting this book to go the way that it did but good lord almighty!!! The absolutely smoking hot chemistry between Patrick and Cari probably could have set my phone on fire. I was expecting your typical friends to lovers story, which would have been perfectly fine, but what I got was something else altogether! Patrick and Cari are friends for years except that he is in love with her and she doesn’t know it. She apparently has major self esteem issues and can’t see what is right in front of her. The hurt they cause each other made me want to cry, and I got so angry that I almost stopped reading but I HAD to find out what happens. I also did not expect that ending, lol. Megyn Ward did a fantastic job pulling me into their story with so many emotions, so much steam, and the wonderful side characters that I can’t wait to read book 2!!
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Love, LOVE, love all the Gilroy clan series books. Read one and you are hooked but only if you like this kind of writing. Therw is strong language, sarcasm and sharp wit all over it and if you find it too offending then the books are not for you. I personally root for such literature and give thumbs up to Megan. Girl, you are on to something good here!
Ross and Rachel without anything to cut the anger, hurt and overall ugh. The last chapter is what has me reading the next book. It all could have fit into one book if 90% if the redundant emotions were edited out. So much self loathing. Great sex.
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OMG!!! This is my second book by Megyn Ward and where has she been for most of my reading life? I mean her writing has it all.. The funny, the sweet, the sexy, the tension…oh lord and does Patrick turn up the heat when he gets all alpha!
The characters are wonderful and so well characterized! I can picture them all…Conner, ooh the quintessential tattooed bad boy, Tess, the one who’s been so hurt she’s hiding behind bravado, and Declan..ooooh I can’t wait for some Declan.. Matter of fact, half way through this book I pre-ordered book 5..
I think EVERYONE should read this series!
Sometimes even the nice guys can channel a bad boy persona
Cari & Patrick meet by chance at a frat party when his roomie gets caught by Cari fooling around w another girl. And so a friendship begins. One where both sides feel more than platonic. Flash forward a few years, they’re still friends and Cari ends up living with him after dating and breaking up with another douche. Oh and getting kicked out of her living sitch by her roomie. She spends months teasing him…and it leads to hot romps but also drama. Oh, and a cliffhanger. Loved it. Onto the next book
I loved this story. I enjoyed the chemistry between Patrick and Cari, their frustrating moments and overcoming their insecurities. Once I started reading this I couldn’t put it down until I finished it. This is a wonderful start to the series and I’m looking forward to the next book! A definite must read.
First book i have read by Megyn. Hold on because she takes you for quite the ride. I am loving the relationship between these two. It is off the charts freaking hot. There is just something special between these two of they would realize it . Didnt exactly like the ending but definitely has me one clicking on the next one.Highly recommend. So glad i started with this one.
It was amazing getting to know these characters. This book just pulled me right in.
Exciting, witty, funny and very entertaining. Push Patrick too far and wow his explosion is HOT! After the first chapter I really like the continuation of this story and especially the characters this author created and developed exquisitely. Like Cari said about Patrick, he’s not hot he’s beautiful. And he is. Such a rare hunk of a gentleman and he can get dirty too! So HOT! Cari was frustrating but she really has a beautiful soul along with the sexiness. These two are unsure about the other’s feelings and rely on actions and their insecurities rather than talking to each other. But they are a great couple and belong together. I loved the Gilroy clan and look forward to more of their stories and Patrick and Cari’s finale. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC and bought the book.
I loved this story. I loved the storyline so far and the characters. Especially Patrick. The chemistry between Patrick and Cari is explosive and hot and heavy. Once I started reading this I couldn’t put it down. Just a warning this does end in a cliffhanger and it is one that has me in edge and ready for another sleepless night to see what happens next. Can’t wait to read more from this series.
What a great read. Definitely recommend.