Advice from my Future Self: Don’t Ask Your Best Guy Friend to Give you Nookie Lessons.Oops. Too late. I already begged my rock star BFF to give me lessons in seduction. And sweet, strong, always-has-my-back Shep already let me down easy, proving I have zero game, even with people who profess to care about me.Now, I’ll never live down my embarrassment or figure out why I’m a failure with the … opposite sex.Or so I assume…until Shep changes his mind, agreeing to three weeks of red hot study buddy time before he goes on tour and we part ways as friends. Shep swears he can’t give me what I need in a real relationship, but the more time we spend together, the more certain I am he’s the only one who can. And I’m going to pull out all the stops to convince my uber-protective tutor that I can handle anything life—or love—throws our way.Keywords: friends with benefits, rock star series, rock star romance, rockstar romance, laugh out loud, Vegas Romance, friends to lovers, billionaire, series, romantic comedy series, comedy, comedy series, funny romance, laugh romance, modern romance, urban romance, wealthy, USA today bestselling author, city romance, smart romance, something funny to read, lighthearted romance, light romance, hot romance, proposal, proposal romance, engagement, engagement romance, free ebook, funny romance, rom com, hilarious, romance series, romance series, romance books, beach reads, new adult, college, funny, female, stories, sensual, sensual romance, alpha male, dominant male, hot guy, racy, , sexy, heartwarming, heart-warming, family, love, love books, kissing books, emotional journey, contemporary, contemporary romance, romance series, long series, long romance series, wealthy hero, wealthy heroes, sassy, captivating romance, hot, hot romance, forbidden love, sparks, loyalty, swoon, Lili Valente, L. Valente, books I’m super excited for you to read.
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Yay! I have been looking forward to Shep and Bridget’s book and was not disappointed. Shep is a drummer in a rock band and Bridget is a quirky, anxious B&B owner. They have been friends for years both hiding their attraction to each other.
Throw in a stalker, incompetent small town police and friends looking at adding benefits to their relationship for some superb entertainment.
I laughed so hard at Bridget’s spreadsheet, I had to stop reading to get the tears out of my eyes.
Just from out brief encounter with Shep and Bridget from The Bangover, I knew they were going to have an interesting story to tell. And this one started off with a bang (no pun intended).
Sexy rocker Shep is instantly lovable. He’s down-to-earth, humble, and doesn’t possess that rock star massive ego you would expect. He’s a genuine guy with a loving heart and tons of loyalty when it comes to his friends. They’re nothing he wouldn’t do for them. He’s funny and charming, and somehow both sexy and a little awkward. He’s a unique combination you’re going to love.
Bridget is a bit of a mess (not unlike her sister Kirby from The Bangover) but I love her personality. She’s definitely awkward, but she’s also fun, friendly, and loyal. And I love her logic. She might obtain it in an interesting way, but it certainly has merit.
These two together are a perfect combination and they balance each other wonderfully. Throw in a mystery and a bit of suspense and you have a story that will hold your attention while making you laugh and swoon all at the same time. Hopefully there’s more to come in this series. I know there’s at least one more story I can’t way to read.
This is a fun, well-rounded, five star rom-com.
Bridget, Kirby’s (from The Bangover) sister, knows she needs some experience in the ways of um love. Who better to ask for help from than her best friend, Shep? But Shep’s not having it, no way no how. Why? Not because she isn’t gorgeous and sweet and lovable, because Bridget definitely is all three of those things. Not because Shep doesn’t want her like he’s never wanted another woman in his life. But because Shep cannot step over that line with his best friend because she’s the kind of woman who deserves the white picket fence and all that jazz, and Shep most definitely cannot give her any of that. Or so he insists. But when he finally cannot resist any longer, he gives in. Will the two of them be able to keep it to just the bedroom or will their hearts get involved?
I thought I loved The Bangover, and I did, but I love Bang Theory even more! These two best friends are so freakin sweet together. I loved the push and pull, the will he give in, won’t he. But most of all, I loved how they came to realize how they felt about each other, and how they realized how the other felt. This series so far has been one of my favorite friends to lovers series, ever, and Bridget and Shep are perfect for each other – the inexperienced, data loving Bridget and the sweet rockstar Shep. And, and did I forget to mention there’s a bit of suspense too?! Yep, Bang Theory’s got it all – a sweet, sexy, suspenseful friends to lovers love story. I honestly cannot think of anything better than when two perfect for each other friends finally take their heads out of their asses and fall in love with each other.
Best ‘friends to lovers’ rom/com ever.
Bang Theory is the second book in this new series of standalones by Lili Valente. Set once again in Hidden Kill Bay, Bang Theory is Shepherd Strong and Bridget Lawrence’s story. Shep is the drummer with rock band Lips On Fire and Bridget is Kirby’s little sister. Colin and Kirby were the stars of the first book The Bangover.
Bridge and Shep have known each other since they were kids and have been crushing on each other almost as long, only neither of them were aware of the other’s feelings. When an accident brings them closer than usual, it’s not long before Shep is finding it hard to hide his desires.
Bridge hasn’t had the best luck with men and eventually asks Shep for his help. Help he longs to give but knows he shouldn’t.
Well, Bridge isn’t taking no for an answer so he’s stuck.
This was a sweetly, sexy story of friends becoming lovers, with so laughs, mishaps and a missing person conundrum thrown into the mix. Shep was just the nicest, sexiest guy and Bridget. Although a little bit bumbling, was a lovable character. It was great catching up with Colin and Kirby again too. Can’t wait to see who gets their story next.
Lili Valente set the bar high with The Bangover, and well, consider that bar met and raised with Shep and Bridget’s story! Bridget was SO different from Kirby, and that isn’t a bad thing because I love that they were sisters who had such a strong bond but had their own personalities and were now beginning to live lives separately. Then there was Shep. Le sigh. I swear, the guy has got to be among the top ten book boyfriends EVER. He always put Bridget first and his devotion to her would have any woman swoony. Valente deserves kudos for putting together this great cast of characters, and once one couple gets their happy ending, you’re already itching to get the next book in your hands. Let me tell you, after reading Shep and Bridget’s romance, the next book featuring one of the Lips on Fire members is going to have to be just as amazing of a romantic comedy read, but I have faith that Valente won’t disappoint. After all, she hasn’t yet! Bang Theory was a great start to my November reading, and it gets five stars.
Yes! Bang Theory was just what I needed! Laugh out loud funny and super sweet with a hint of danger! I just love Valente’s characters, they pulse out a feel-good feeling that explodes your heart! When I realized this was Shep and Bridget’s story I squealed with excitement! Bridget has a sweet old soul and she is so loveable. I love her quirky brain and that peen party was hilarious! Her revelation was even funnier, I died laughing so many times all throughout this book! The ultimate friends to lover! Bridget and Shep have been friends for years and one kiss has brought everything to surface! Can’t eat, Can’t sleep, deep in your bones kinda love! Shep is the PERFECT man! I love him so much! He’s sweet and thoughtful, his love for Bridget is so deep and beautiful. He wants to do right by her and can’t help but feel not good enough. The chemistry between them is all-consuming! It’s giddy to see them fight it. My favorite couple yet! I love the lengths Shep will go-to for the woman he loves, he really is a special man! Book Boyfriend award goes to him! Shep has a crazy and fan/stalker and it’s not what you’re expecting! I was so scared for him and ready to tell that detective where to shove it! I really love this group of characters so much! I hope there’s more from Theo, Cutter and maybe even Abby! I received an arc in exchange for an honest review.
Such great light hearted fun book! Shep and Bridget are good friends who never thought about more until they did and it was so fun to watch everything they thought they knew about themselves and each other change and morph into what they never thought they could wish for. This book is funny, especially once Bridget finds her sassy bone lol, and typical of this author she throws a life lesson at you without you realizing it until it washes over you. Loved everything about them redefining their friendship and what they expected of a loved one, and loved the peek of Kirby and Colin. Hope we get to see more of the band in future books!
Bang Theory is the second book in the The Bangover series by the hilariously talented, Lili Valente. You can read it as a standalone but I recommend reading The Bangover to get to know Shep and Bridget even more. I had a feeling something was going on with them and now I know exactly what it was.
Bridget is tired of being the cute girl. The one who reminds men of their little sisters instead of a sexy vixen. She wants men to want her. She wants passion. She wants kisses that make her melt. She wants what her best friend Shep gave her before he turned her down. She thought she repulsed him but it was the exact opposite. He knew if they kept kissing it wouldn’t stop at just that. It would be more and he didn’t want to hurt her. Ever.
She was a homebody. He was a rock star. She owned a B&B. He was about to go on tour. She wanted him to teach her seduction. He knew she didn’t need lessons. She already drove him insane. She was going to do what she needed to do. He can’t stand to think about another man touching her. They agree to three weeks. Three weeks of lessons before he leaves on tour. But what will happen when the strings start feeling attached?
Aw!! I loved them!! Shep is protective, loyal, funny, and a big sexy teddy bear. Bridget is a good girl who wants to be bad. She is so sweet, flirty, and witty. I love their friendship. Their connection. Their banter. Their passion.
Overall…it’s full of laughs, heat, twists, and amazing kisses.
P.S. I don’t know who is next up but I am hoping it is…nah, not gonna say it.
Quotes:
“Fuck buddies can be magical creatures, my friend. Like unicorns, but hornier.”
“Right,” I huff.
“Damn right I’m right.”
“The new Bridget takes charge. She’s fearless. Soggy fries don’t scare her, and neither does anything else.”
“In fact, I’m pretty sure making you come is going to be the best thing that’s ever happened to me.”
“Best thing to happen to me, you mean,” she corrects.
“No, I don’t.”
Oh man! Another hit from Lili Valente!!!
Shep had me falling over my own two feet. Bridget was adorbs and I love how easily embarrassed she could be. I loved all things with this book. But Lili brought it up a notch. She added some suspense. A huge turn for the story line. I could not believe what was happening….but it just made the book so much better.
Bang Theory will give you the laughs while making you the little detective to figure out a mystery. I was unable to adult because I had to know what was going to happen next. All in all, Shep and Bridget became my couple! I am excited to see what else is next <3
This is a laugh out loud, very sweet and oh so sexy new book by the incredibly talented and funny as heck Lili Valente! Her sense of humor is seriously off the wall and so often outside the box, which is what I absolutely adore about it! Her brand of humor is right up my alley! I spent so much time with a smile on my face trying not to sound like a loon while I read this and I really love that about these RomComs!! Guaranteed swooning, smiling and laughing, every single time! I positively love Shep & Bridget so much!! From best friends to experimenting friends to happily ever after friends; every moment was such a pleasure to read! These characters are so wonderful, real and lovable as Lili’s always are and there is always something else going on in the story that adds a new element that will pique your interest or tickle your fancy! Freakin’ amazing as always!!
All’s fair in love and spreadsheets especially for Bridget Lawrence who feels woefully inept in the relationship department. She decides her best friend, Shep, is the perfect lab partner for her love experiment, and her first act of wooing includes the aforementioned spreadsheet and a white board presentation. Yes, she’s a little awkward, but it’s nothing her bearded bestie can’t work with.
Bridget and Shep have quite the entertaining story, mostly because they get in their own way. Bridget tries to apply logic and analytics to matters of the heart, and Shep fights his feelings valiantly in what we all know will be a losing battle that only love can win. Bless their hearts. One thing is sure. There’s never a dull moment and you’ll fly through their story, because this one practically reads itself.
Filled with outrageous hilarity, a little mystery and tons of heart, this is the delightfully charming read I’ve come to expect from Valente. A perfectly done friends-to-lovers trope, this one had me laughing out loud by the end of the first page and had stolen my heart by the end of the second.
These authentic, endearingly flawed characters worked their way into my heart with no effort at all I was captivated as I followed their enchanting journey to forever. If you like a romance that tickles your funny bone, keeps you on the edge of your seat, and tugs at your heart in the very best of ways, get your copy of this fun, heartfelt, phenomenal read today!
What a great book. Shep and Bridget are best friends and have been for years. Shep is a drummer and Bridget runs a Bed and Breakfast and are different from night and day but their friendship works great. That is until Bridget decides Shep can help her with her “theory”. Shep isn’t as up for helping her as she had hoped until he sees her practicing with someone else.
This book has it all. It’s funny, it’s swoon worthy, there are dangers lurking and lots of hidden feelings between Shep and Bridget. I laughed out loud as well as had a little heart melt from time to time and even chewed my lip at one point wondering what was going to happen. Definitely a page turner.
I received an early copy to read and review and give my honest opinion. I loved it and highly recommend it. This is book 2 in this series but they are stand alone books.