I hit on her first. Realized she was my best friend Finn’s little sister second. And got a bloody nose third — compliments of Finn after he watched me nearly score with the new underclassman. After all I did have a reputation on campus, word on the street was that a girl could orgasm within one minute just watching me eat Lucky Charms. You can’t make this stuff up — even though it was at least … — even though it was at least four minutes and included outside circumstances. Ahem, I digress.
Point is, not only did I earn the attention of the worst sort of girl for me — my best friend’s only sibling — but now she’s out to seduce me.
Me! One of the most famous Pleasure Ponies of them all!
I can’t shower — she follows me to the bathroom. Literally.
I can’t sleep — Lucky me, she lives in the same dorm.
And I can’t focus on anything except for her taunting eyes every single time something goes her way.
I want her, but I don’t want her to know I want her, and I definitely don’t want to die before graduation, which is looking more and more likely considering we can’t keep our hands off each other.
Something’s gotta give, and I have an inkling I should probably start writing my eulogy now because that something is probably going to be me.
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Oh my me! Slater’s story is fantastically funny and hella hot! There are some secrets and twists that make the story just that much better.
Slater and Tatum have a shared past that comes roaring to life when they attend the same school. The chemistry between them is hotter than Satan’s mixtape! Their physical moments are the stuff of legend! The way that they try to keep their relationship a secret is hilariously funny and hopelessly futile!
As always this series has the best dialogue between all the characters. The relationship between Finn and Slater is what a true friendship should be.
The family drama that Finn and Tatum have is sad and disheartening. To have to deal with that at such a young age is terrible and it draws Finn and Tatum even closer. The love they share as siblings is beautiful.
Ms. Van Dyken really knows how to write a romantic comedy! Full of heart, heat and hilarity! So well done!
it was amazing
ALL. THE. FEELS!!!!!
Slater is my new hero. I love him it’s as simple as that. And Finn he’s just as amazing. He takes his role as big brother very seriously. To be honest that can be a good thing and also a very bad thing. Protective is one thing, cause lets face it there are some real bullies out there. But then you have a safety net and you have to let that work
Avoiding Temptation (A Bro Code Standalone) was a great read by Rachel Van Dyken. Slater was the first to hit on Tatum and didn’t realize that she was his best friends little sister. Slater had a reputation on campus and Finn didn’t want him with Tatum. Now Tatum is out to seduce him and he can’t seem to avoid her. I really enjoyed reading Slater and Tatum’s story and can’t wait to read more by the author.
How hard is it to avoid temptation?
Well, for Slater – it’s apparently super HARD When Tatum arrives at their university – Finn makes Slater promise to keep his sister off-limits, only to come back to find Slater and Tatum wrapped like vines around each other
This story was funny and had me killing myself laughing, it was steamy but it was also sweet in how these two tried to avoid each other but just couldn’tI loved it and kicking myself for waiting so long to read it….but will definitely read the final book soon
Omg i loved this one. I was laughing so hard. Rachel never disappoint with her books EVER. Avoiding Temptation is kind of forbidden romance best friends sister story and i really enjoyed this read. Easy 5 star read for me.
So I am in a book slump. And it’s entirely Covid’s fault and to be honest all I want to do is get lost in a book but I literally spend days looking on GoodReads, stalking authors on FaceBook (you know in the non creepy way) and I just can never settle on a book to read. I have ARC’s I’m SUPER excited to read that I’m scared to start because I don’t want my distraction to taint the words so I just stare longingly at them.
Anyway I decided to just read one of the KU books I had been wanting to read that I had downloaded in January and just dive in. And it kind of worked but then it also kind of didn’t. So I don’t really know what to say, other than read other reviews if your unsure if this is the right book for you because my brain is fog.
Avoiding Temptation is book 3 in the addictive Bro Code Series! It’s sweet, steamy, and pretty funny too!!!!
This book details Slater’s journey to his HEA! I have been waiting for this one. I would have never guessed it would be with Finn’s sister, Tatum. The first time these two meet sparks fly and some fists, namely Finn hitting Slater for hitting on Tatum. Nevermind, that Slater had no idea, but Finn makes it abundantly clear Tatum is OFF LIMITS!!!! Slater tries…hence the perfect title, “Avoiding Temptation.”
Poor Slater is trying, but Tatum is everywhere, especially since she lives in the same dorm room with them, and he most definitely can’t get her out of his mind. These two are perfect for one another. Can they convince Finn of this without wrecking their relationship with him?
There was nothing I didn’t love about Slater and Tatum. Slater is sexy, but his heart is what endeared him to me. He is loyal to those he loves which is why he is worried about betraying Finn’s trust. Tatum is independent and spunky, yet she has a vulnerable side, especially when it comes to her selfish parents. She and Slater are both survivors but in different ways. They challenge one another. That is evident in the banter between these two. I LOVED IT!!!!
One thing I have loved this series is Van Dyken introduced us to the Pleasure Ponies and then continued to build them, letting us get to know them throughout each book. I felt like I knew Slater before this book. She also threw in some sweet little twists I totally didn’t see coming. Can’t wait to get Finn’s story next!
OH. MY. GOD! I am in freakin’ love with Slater and Tatum… To be honest I am in love with all of them but for this review, I’ll narrow it down for ya. LOL
Slater. Oh Slater, boy has he found himself in a pickle! The goofy, sexy man has gone and fallen for the one thing he can’t have. His best friends little sister… OOPS! Even though he does everything he can to keep her at arms length, hello pillow divider, he does all he can to protect her. When his uninvited shower guest pushes him to his limit, he is more than willing to duel to the death for her! (Um those toys shouldn’t be played with in the house LOL)
Tatum… that girl has globe sized balls, and I FREAKING LOVE IT! Even when life has beaten her down, she continues to power through and fight for what she wants. Every girl needs a role model like her, and I legit want to be her when I grow up!
These two are so much fun, and even when the hits come, they are willing to put it all on the line for the other. No pillow divider or overprotective brother is going to keep them apart!
If you have been wondering if this is worth it, let me tell you, IT IS! So make sure you One-Click this and get to read it. You won’t regret it!
I can never get enough of RVD’s books. My face usually hurts after reading. The only downfall I found was that it was to short. These two were great. Yeah Tatum came on a little to extreme. But honestly, these are college students and college is where everyone tests their limits. Loved Slater! The restaurants scene was hilarious! This is the only Pleasure Ponies boom I have read, I may need to read this rest now.
These two were the cutest ever!! I’m not sure about the title though lol. There wasn’t much avoiding temptation. It was more like at each other all the time!
No but seriously it was so cute! So lovey dovey. I met Slater in the other book I read Seducing Mrs Robinson. He’s also part of the Wingmen Inc like Leo and Finn. We didn’t see the guys too much in action in this book. It was really the live story between Slater and Finn’s off limits sister Tatum.
These two actually had hit it off when Tatum was a client of the Windmen experience just that Slater didn’t know it back then. After initially falling for him online she made it her mission to fall for her in real life. The problem was just her over protective brother.
Very fast paced book. It’s funny, it’s sexy, it’s heartwarming and much more! I thoroughly enjoyed this book and the impeccable writing of this author.
Rachel Van Dyken
When the next book of the Bro Code Standalone came out I could not help but want to start the 4.5 stars read right away. The title alone had me intrigue for more. This time around we have Slater, the Pleasure Ponies that helps comfort ladies who are in need of support.
There are time when the boys go out to unwind at a party. Little did he know that the girl he ended up hitting on was Finn’s little sister Tatum. Oops wrong move when he ends up getting a fist to the face by said brother. Slater and Tatum have a connection from the start; however, Bro Code rule you must stay away. To add (& most importantly) you cannot be in a relationship while working with any clients. The challenge is being around her, being sneaky, and the struggle on keeping their hands off one another. Holy smokes the many chances of getting caught had me giddy and LOL. Then when you found out more about Tatum’s past the mind ends up screwing his mind.
Gotta love the Pleasure Ponies when it comes to seeing their brother in a frustrated bind. To hide or not hide, to approved or not approve. How will this affect the company. The constant questions and wondering on how the the end game will play out. Oh Slater how I love thee…he is my favorite so far.
I really enjoyed reading Slater and Tatum’s story. It was steamier than than the previous book & I loved it.
When Slater ends up making out with a girl at a party he didn’t expect the girl to be his best friends little sister Tatum, he’s even more in shock when Tatum ends up being their new roommate. Warned away by his best friend to stay away from her or their friendship is over. What can Slater do you do to avoid temptation when she’s everywhere. Avoiding Temptation is a funny and sexy read that everyone will love. Such a great series that will have you hooked, I cannot wait for more.
RVD continues to blow me away!! Her world she has created with wingman will make you LOL many times. Her words, her banter, her overall storyline is so funny, entertaining and obsessive. I will always read RVD because she is a master with words and making you totally enthralled in the story from the first word.
Slater and Tatum – oh my goodness. Instant chemistry, forbidden relationship that could ruin everything. This story starts with an innocent act turning into secrets that could potentially ruin a friendship. But sometimes, fate wants you to have what you shouldn’t have. A great story’s it’s lots of laughs and moments that will make you fall in love with RVD!!
Oh man Rachel Van Dyken and her Bro Code series is so the series to get right now. We have Slater’s story and boy here is a man that is a mstery yet oh so fun. Then we have Finn’s little sister, Tatum and boy does she know what she wants. The attraction between them is like fireworks exploding everytime they come together it is hot. Have to say this was more of sexual book I have never seen before by Rachel Van Dyken yet filled with tons of teasing and comedy. Have to applaud Slater thought for his willpower but come on Tatum is a woman determined to prove she is right for him. All in all seeing them hide from Finn had to be more funny then actually seeing them come together. This is book 3 and we still have Finn’s story to come cannot wait to see what Rachel Van Dyken does with him. Loved it.
“I received an eBook copy from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own.”
I absolutely loved this book!! I was sucked in immediately. I love Slater so much and I am so happy he got his own book! You are going to love his story. I am anxious to get Finn’s story now.
I love this series!! Tatum and Slater have undeniable chemistry, but she is hands off according to her brother!! What happens when these two give in to temptation? What will happen when her brother finds out? Another winner by Rachel Van Dyken!!
5 Stars
An amazing & funny read!
Another must read if the bro code series. This time Slater and Tatum. The chemistry between these two was off the charts and I loved everything about them. I’m loving this series so much and can’t wait for the next one. Do yourself a favor and read them all. All standalones, so you don’t have to read them all but why wouldn’t you….;)
WOW! Avoiding temptation was EVERYTHING! Slater so badly wanted to do right by Finn, but you don’t get to choose who you fall in Love with and these two were definitely meant to be!
This book was laugh-out-loud funny, and Slater and “Delilah”‘s chemistry was literally jumping off the page! There was never a dull moment!
I loved Tatum so much. Despite being hurt in the past , she knew exactly what she wanted and went after it- or him lol! and man that girl is BOLD! I wish I had her confidence haha! Some of the situations these two find themselves in are absolutely priceless!
You will not regret picking up this adorable, hilarious, rom-com. It’ll have you smiling from ear to ear and swooning harder than a middle school girl!
I feel like the Bro Code books just keep getting better and better! I said it in my review of Seducing Mrs. Robinson as well, but I super can’t wait to dive into Finn’s book!
I have to admit that I wasn’t too eager to read Slater’s story, he’s probably my least favorite of the Pleasure Ponies. But boy did I enjoy the heck out of it. We have another forbidden romance of sorts with the best friend’s sister trope.
I was kind of unsure about Tatum, she was so forward and wasn’t afraid to take anything into her own hands … literally She definitely had her moments where I was like “ok then, we’re doing that.”
The chemistry was something that came soooo easily for them and I’ll admit some things were a little bit like … whoa. They definitely have the physical thing down, there’s no doubt about that.
With everything that these two have gone through, I’m happy that they both got their happily ever afters. It’s not my favorite out of the series, but an enjoyable addition.
**A COMPLIMENTARY READER’S COPY WAS PROVIDED BY THE PR IN EXCHANGE FOR AN HONEST REVIEW. ALL OPINIONS ARE MY OWN.**