She leads a privileged life. He has a chip on his shoulder. Can the very thing that divides them be what draws them together? Allie Parks lives life in the fast lane—literally. As a partner in Luxe Resorts, she’s learned that if her money won’t open a door, her looks will. So when she’s pulled over for speeding, Allie’s shocked to discover neither her charm nor her cash will work on Officer Marco … Officer Marco Rossi. She winds up in court where she’s handed down thirty hours of community service, on top of running her resort and renovating her new condo. She wants to despise the man who put her in this position, but the chemistry between them is impossible to ignore.
Since the death of his parents, Marco Rossi has resented the entitled, wealthy residents of Aspen who race their way through the streets, believing they’re above the law. He’s dedicated his life to helping the less fortunate and protecting a community that rarely appreciates his efforts. When Allie speeds into his life, he’s sure he has her all figured out. But when she’s ordered to perform community service at his soup kitchen, he can’t help but see her sweet side. He falls for the wrong woman, for all the right reasons.
Will mixing two opposites be the perfect recipe for love or will they end up getting burned?
Find out in A Pinch of Passion…
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I loved this second book in the A Recipe for Love series at the Luxe Resort. We met Allie, Jame’s sister, in the first book. Allie is the boss, the COO, and has the wealth that comes with the title she likes nice things but few people realize how hard she has had to work to get what she has and what she has missed in her life. Marco is a local police officer, grew up poor, and works a free second job keeping the Soup Kitchen open. They meet at a traffic stop she is a speeder and he’s a cop. I enjoyed this story that’s kind of an enemy to lover’s tale with lots of preconceived notions, ego (macho), and a ton of steamy feelings. The writing is great I felt I was right there in the middle of this romance with these great characters. Great Book.
This is a sweet, small town romance between two opposites that had me hooked and reading nonstop. It took a bit for me to like Allie but I loved Marco from the start. Even though Marco and Allie are total opposites they fit perfectly together. This is a great addition to the series and I can’t wait to read the next book.
I enjoyed this storyline. The characters are well developed and engaging and Have a strong connection. I enjoyed the smooth flow of the storyline. Kudos to the author for delivering a great storyline.
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Marco and Allie are on the path towards a collision. Once they collide all their preconceived thoughts are proven wrong. Can these two opposite people help the other learn what’s important? So much love in the world, if we slow down we may get some for ourselves as Marco and Allie discover together.
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Allie Parks is a partner in Luxe Resorts and has always worked hard. But when she speeds through town to get to a real estate appointment over property she wants to purchase, she is not happy about being pulled over for speeding. Officer Marco Rossi resents speeders since his parents were killed by one who thought he was above the law. He resents the wealthy for the same reason, since they feel they have a right to race through the streets without regard for others. So when Allie’s persuasions don’t work on the rigid Officer, she has to go to court and is required to work 30 thirty hours of community service. Adding insult to injury, she is working it off at the soup kitchen Marco’s mother used to run!
Marco has given much of his time to helping those who need it and protecting the Aspen community that rarely acknowledges or appreciates his concern for them. So he makes assumptions about Allie being spoiled and entitled. Yet seeing her work off the community service at his soup kitchen, he sees another side of her that he didn’t realize existed. Maybe as their respect for each other grows, they’ll both let their hearts decide what is best for them.
I enjoyed this story as both characters discovered jumping to conclusions was not the best way to deal with others. This turns into a real feel-good story that you won’t want to miss. Grab your copy and enjoy!
Loved this sweet hot romance with Allie and Marco. She co-owns Lux Resort and he is a policeman who pulls her over for speeding where she ends up doing community service at his soup kitchen. They are so different together but after all the sparks that keep flying they are so good together. Wonderful story with some great characters that make this a every entertaining read.
The second book in the A Recipe for Love Novel series a well written story with a very good storyline the story flowed smoothly across the pages. I enjoyed reading Allie Parks and Officer Marco Rossi, one spoilt woman who comes to realize there are other things in life if she would only stop and look. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Amazing! Everything I didn’t even know I needed or wanted in a romance book. Hot. Spicy. Sweet. Addicting. With beautifully written characters and a storyline that I could not put down this was a fabulous read. I enjoyed the hell out of every step of their journey and was sad to turn the final page. I wasn’t ready for the goodness to end…sigh. It definitely needs more than 5 stars!! So clear your schedule and settle in for the night and read this fabulous read. Happy reading everyone!!
It’s opposites attract and enemies to lovers all rolled into one, and what we get is just so stinkin’ cute. Allie and Marco prove, once again, that the opposite of love is not hate; there is just so much passion between them. The sparks fly from the first moment they’re on the page together and there were times I worried that they’d burn the world down around them. Both of them have some pretty big chips on their shoulders that make for lots of miscommunication and jumping to incorrect conclusions. But they also have big gooey marshmallow hearts that call out to one another. I had so much fun watching this pair work through everything that was going against them to find common ground, and eventually their happy ever after. I’m already ready to dive into the next book in this series. Bring it on!
I received a complimentary advanced copy of this book through Booksprout.
Second wonderful story in this series. Allie Parks is sharp, successful and determined to make the Luxe one of their top resorts. Her earlier life wasn’t easy as she and her brother James mostly raised themselves after their mother left. Late for an appointment, she meets Officer Marco Rossi, but not in a good way. She receives another speeding ticket that may cause her to lose her license. Sentenced to community service, at the Soup Kitchen, she arrives to find that Marco is the Soup Kitchen. Will she be able to work for him without one of them suffering bodily harm? She has never met a man like Marcos, he isn’t interested in her money and “gives as good as he gets”. Will Allie find out what the secret ingredient is in time to save the Soup Kitchen and her relationship with Marco? I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation from the author. (by paytonpuppy)
Kelly Collins did another good job with her latest small town romance A Pinch of Passion. Set is a fictional resort town near Aspen, Allie Parks is the COO of Luxe Resorts. She’s quite an accomplished businesswoman but her love life has been pretty lackluster. When she’s on her way to look at purchasing a property for herself she gets pulled over by the hot but grumpy Officer Marco Rossi. Marco likes his job on the Aspen police force but his real passion is the Soup Kitchen that his mother used to run. He isn’t impressed by people with money but by people’s actions and he takes one look at Allie and writes her off as self indulgent and spoiled. When these two are forced to work together that’s when they both realize that everyone has many layers and it takes time to get to know the inner person. Even though this is the second book in the series it stands alone but I do recommend reading A Tablespoon of Temptation to get to know Allie’s brother. It was a sweet enemies to lovers story with just a touch of heat. It is told from dual POV.
Another well-written and heartfelt romance. Realistic examples of how things definitely aren’t always the way they seem. This couple have some eye-opening experiences which not only helped me get to know them but also provided some much needed comic relief. Opposites attract and can also reveal common traits. Love how they kept innocently running into one another. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Self-made woman Allie Parks is beyond frustrated when she is pulled over by Officer Marco Rossi, but his judgment of her is what really infuriates her. First impressions are by no means accurate in this situation, as both Allie and Marco come to realise. However, they really cannot help themselves and the discord between them keeps ramping up until Marco kisses Allie in order to keep her quiet. This contemporary romance has wit and humour making one laugh out loud, as well as tender moments that expose the warring couple’s softer side. The novel is well written and is a standalone, coming to a happy and satisfying conclusion. I received a copy of this book as a gift and this is my honest and voluntary review.
If you are looking for a read that will have you
laughing out loud one moment and near in tears the next
then I highly recommend this book.
The plot was brilliant and the chemistry between the characters is
very believable.
I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.
This book is filled with fun, laughter and romance. I laughed at comments, got serious over the Soup Kitchen and smiled about the romance. She’s rich and he’s the average cop; she’s about high fashion and he’s in uniform or jeans; and, they argue over everything. Together they have a great story and I loved every minute of it. Thanks to the author for giving me an early ARC to enjoy.