“I found myself practically giddy with excitement waiting to see what would happen!” ~Sammy, Just Let Me Read
Never beg. Never grovel. Nice guys wind up in the friend zone.I wrote the book on scoring with hot women – literally.Now my style empire spans the globe and my bank account is as well-endowed as I am. Then she walks in. My high school nemesis.The one who inspired the most important rule … in.
My high school nemesis.
The one who inspired the most important rule of all – Love ruins a man. Just walk away.
Will I break my own rules, or will my rules break me?
”…so hilarious that my jaw was hurting. It made my heart so full and happy. I couldn’t stop smiling and swooning. A must read of 2019.” ~PPs Bookshelf
A new laugh-out-loud romantic comedy from New York Times Bestselling author Annika Martin!
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3 stars!
Review by Nancy
Late Night Reviewer
Up All Night w/ Books Blog
Witty and entertaining Breaking The Billionaire’s Rules by Annika Martin is a very humorous enemy to lovers romance.
Mia is a struggling actress delivering sandwiches in a cat costume to pay the bills. When she realizes she will be making daily deliveries to her longtime nemesis, Max, she is appalled. Mia is sure Max set up the deliveries to humiliate her and to rub his wealth in her face. A long time ago Mia would have done anything for a chance at a relationship with Max, now she wants nothing to do with him. But her feelings can’t seem to get the memo.
Max is made out to be a playboy, a wealthy arrogant jerk. The first part of the book is told in Mia’s perspective only and we get the Max everyone loves to hate. Once we get Max’s perspective, I realized there was more to him than meets the eye. Max made a name for himself at a very early age by writing a playbook on how to get the hottest girl in the room to date you. He didn’t see it coming, that one day his playbook would be used against him.
This was one of those reviews that was hard for me to write. As much as I wanted to fall in love with the characters and the story, there was just something missing for me. I enjoyed the humor and witty conversations, but I needed more character development. I felt like both Max and Mia were lacking. The story went from full-on planning revenge to declaring love to one another. Mia was supposed to bring Max to his knees using his own playbook, but one night with him and she was head over heels in love. It felt a little rushed and unfinished. Nonetheless, I rated this book three stars, just because I personally didn’t love the book doesn’t mean it wasn’t good. It just wasn’t my favorite.
This book is so cute!! It’s also funny and sexy! I read it in one sitting!! I loved the characters, main and supporting!! Max is definitely part of the harem!!
I absolutely adored this book!!! It was hilarious! It was full of wit and I loved the characters! Annika’s writing was on point!! I highly recommend this one!! LOVED it!!
* I received an ARC from Facebook but am leaving an honest and voluntary review *
Since I haven’t read Annika Martin’s work before I wasn’t sure what I was in for. But, I needn’t have worried.
This book was playful, sexy and oh so funny! I was chuckling at Mia’s antics and loved the chemistry between her and Max.
Life is going to kick my arse in the morning for reading far past my bedtime and into the wee hours of the morning. Totally worth it though
Breaking the Billionaire’s Rules is so funny! Max is Mia’s high school nemesis who has written a playbook on how to pick up woman. He made millions on the book and establishes an empire for himself even landing his gorgeous face on billboards. But Mia and her friends soon learn that they have been burned by their own ex’s as a result of Max’s playbook. Mia is mortified that she has landed a job delivering lunch (in a cat suit no less) every day to Max’s office. So Mia and her friends devise a plan to use the playbook and get even. What Mia doesn’t anticipate is seeing a different side to Max. This is a second chance, slow burn with a surprise twist, laugh out loud HEA that you will seriously love.
I loved this book. Just simply had fun the entire time I was reading it. If you’re looking for a fun, great read don’t miss this!
When aspiring Broadway star, Mia, finds out she’s to start delivering sandwiches to her high school nemesis, billionaire Max Hilton, while wearing her hideous Meow Squad uniform, she’s really upset. So upset that she and her besties come up with a plan to “Bring Max Hilton to his grovelly knees.” Yeah…
Of course things don’t exactly go as planned, and there are lots of fun and funny shenanigans, some seriously laugh out loud moments, and sparks are zinging all over the place between Max and Mia. Honestly, these two are such a cute couple that I couldn’t even make myself cringe for the inevitable bomb dropping when it would all go wrong. Because of course something happened, but the journey they take to get to that awful moment was some of the best rom-com-ish writing I’ve read in a long, long time. I remember adoring the previous book in this series, The Billionaire’s Wake-up-call Girl, but I can freely admit that this one is even better, more fun with snappier dialogue and even more electric chemistry. Annika Martin has managed to outdo herself and set the bar for billionaire romance even higher than she did with her previous writing, and I cannot wait for what she’s got in store for us next!
I’ve read the previous two books in this loosely connected series, but this one is my favorite by far! I love a good enemies-to-lovers romance, and Annika Martin definitely brought her A-game with Mia and Max! These two have known each other since school where they were bitter rivals (well, there was that one time……)
A lot can change over the course of a decade, and that’s just what’s happened for our intrepid main characters: Max is on top of the world with his billion-dollar empire, and Mia’s acting career hasn’t gone the way she’s hoped. They’re reunited under the strangest of circumstances, although Mia doesn’t quite buy that particular story. Mia’s plan to exact revenge also doesn’t pan out the way she’d like, because the more time she spends with Max the more things change.
This is one of the best RomComs I’ve read, the inner dialogue is hilarious and there wasn’t one chapter where I wasn’t laughing. But it’s got its sweet moments as well, once you see how Max really feels about Mia. They really are a fantastic couple and this is one book I definitely recommend!
Annika Martin writes the BEST BOOKS!!! I devoured this one and, as has happened with all her Billionaires, sent a dozen squeally messages to her while I was reading lol! Yes, I totally become THAT fangirl for her good stuff. This one had me laughing so hard I woke my husband up, tripped off the elliptical and scared my dogs. But it’s the falling in love part (the characters with each other, and me with every damn thing about this story) that sets this apart as a favorite read. I loved it!
4.5 Stars
Deliver lunch to her old high school nemesis while wearing a cat costume? No. Problem. Mia Corelli knows how to deal with entitled men, after all she learned from the best, and she isn’t going to let Max Hilton get under her skin… ever. again.
In his 20’s he wrote “The Max Hilton Playbook” which is a how-to guide to landing the hottest girl in the room. Since then, Max has turned his literary success into making himself a household name in the men’s lifestyle business. Surrounded by gorgeous models and staff who thinks he can do no wrong, Max’s life is nothing if not predictable. But seeing Mia again changes everything, quickly transporting him right back into their delightfully entertaining high school rivalry.
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Breaking the Billionaire’s Rules was a refreshingly fun and highly entertaining read! With fabulous characters and a storyline that is as unique as it is fraught with sexual tension, this book will have you absolutely glued to the pages until it’s inevitable end.
Mia is a stage actress in between productions and while she waits to audition for a new role, she spends her time delivering sandwiches… while wearing a cat uniform… complete with the ears. Upon learning that Max is her newest delivery client, she develops a plan in how to deal with a man like Max… by using his own ridiculous book against him.
Max has cultivated his lifestyle into a billion dollar dynasty. Being seen at the trendiest places with the hottest women is just a day in the life of Max Hilton. Being around Mia again is a welcome distraction that only a woman like Mia could provide. As bold and as interesting as ever, it isn’t long before the two of them are going toe to toe… and kiss for kiss.
I seriously could not get enough of this book! I adored Mia, she was hilariously confident in anything she put her mind to, and her antics where Max was involved were utterly genius. Max definitely has a rich playboy persona… until you get the smallest glimpse into his personality, and I dare you not to fall for his inner depths and thoughtful mentality.
Sexy, smart and entertaining as hell, this book is anything but your typical billionaire romance.
I received a complimentary copy of this book for my honest and unbiased review.
My first read from Annika Martin was the Billionaire’s Wake-up Call Girl and i absolutely loved it. I was more than intrigued to read this book because I loved Annika’s writing in the Billionaire’s Wake-up Call Girl and I wanted to see what else she had up her sleeve.
Even though Max Hilton is gifted musically, he makes his money from writing “The Max Hilton Playbook: Ten Golden Rules for Landing the Hottest Girl in the Rule”. From this book, Max builds his business dynasty, goes to the trendiest spots with the hottest women, but his life has become predictable. Everyone thinks he is a misogynistic playboy that objectifies women, but that’s not the real him. Max hides a past of trauma and pain behind a cool and confident facade, but his predictable life is about to be shaken up by a blast from the past.
Mia Corelli has ambitions to be a successful theater actress, but that hasn’t happened as of yet. Even though she has a job that provides, it is beyond demeaning with her delivering sandwiches in a cat costume. Unfortunately, Mia doesn’t count on meeting her high school rival, Max Hilton, while delivering at his Manhattan office but it happens. Seeing Max and all his success makes Mia feel as though she is “not enough”, but she has a plan on how to get her payback. Mia decides to use “The Max Hilton Playboy” on The Max Hilton and the shenanigans begin.
I enjoyed how Annika Martin did this enemies-to-lovers romance and found myself laughing out loud several times. Annika Martin definitely has a sense of humor that I can get behind and that’s saying a lot. Annika has definitely earned herself a spot on my one-click authors list and i cannot wait to read what else she has in store for her awaiting audience.
** I voluntarily left a honest review after reading an advanced review copy of this book **
I had a really hard time getting into Mia & Max’s story. I did enjoy their interactions and banter. Mia kept Max on his toes and I enjoyed Mia’s spunkiness.
I look forward to more by Annika Martin in the future.
I voluntarily reviewed this book.
I really enjoyed this story. It was a fun read and I loved the connection between Max and Mia.
Oh my this book is fabulous! I just have to say that I love everything about it. The entire premise is the perfect setup for revisiting a rivalry. That said, what really sets this book apart is the way that Annika Martin brings the unexpected to the table. I had a clear way that this was going to go down and it was perfectly enjoyable, but what I got was nothing like I expected and even more wonderful. I cant say more without spoilers so I just recommend that everyone reads this book. Mia and Max have just jumped to one of my favorite couples and Max is currently topping my best book boyfriend list, he is that incredible.
You wanna laugh at crazy situations that involve a cat suit, sandwiches and hilarious banter… well this is your book.
Annika Martin writing is just amazing, she gives us a story that makes you laugh and swoon.
Mia and Max know each other from school, now 10 years later they finally see each other again. Mia is convince that Max is doing everything in his power to make her feel less.
Memories, some grudges and a billionaire make for full blown, hilarious antics. The chemistry between this two and the banter was just unforgettable. I finished this book in one sitting. I laugh hard, this book really made my day more brighter. You wanna laugh, pick up this book. Author Annika Martin really knows how to tickle your side.
5 Stars read!
I read an arc and this is my honest opinion***
LOVED!! I am a huge fan of billionaire/office romances and Breaking the Billionaire’s Rules hit every mark for me! I laughed so much during this one! Max and Mia were perfect! This story is so well written it sucked me and didn’t let go! FIVE STARS!!
Breaking the Billionaire’s Rules is such a fun read. Max and Mia may be archenemies but their is this chemistry you can’t deny. Max was young and stupid when his book came out. Mia is fed up and you can tell she doesn’t want to be made a joke in anyone’s game. But sometimes revenge has a way of not working out and second chances happen. Max and Mia are brilliant together. You can feel the love grow throughout this one. I laughed and get misty eyed toward the end. I mean how can you not. You will love Max and Mia together. Annika Martin gives us just the right amount of sexy and fun with Breaking the Billionaire’s Rules. Go one click this one and find out about Max and Mia.
News flash: I made a complete fool of myself while travelling for work and reading Breaking the Billionaire’s Rules by Annika Martin. Why? Because I failed miserably at controlling the no-bars-hold laughter and cat-ate-the-canary smile while reading the adventures of Mia and Max! This book was so damn entertaining that I lost myself totally.
Mia graduated from the top performing Arts school and struggling with her theatre or acting career. In the mean time she is working as delivery person for Meow Squad and having a good life with her loyal and vibrant friends. All were going well till her school friend – crush- heartbreaker Max Hilton’s name came up in her delivery list. Max was a super talented music student but he left all that behind and published a book with ten golden rules for men to score any girl. Now he is a billionaire with a successful business with multiple luxury brands. Mia doesn’t want to face him. In fact she is dreading the moment but her friends disclose how they were cheated or played by guys who used Max’s book as reference. Now Mia has an opening to take revenge for the womanhood. She is set to break the rules but soon she finds out Max isn’t the guy everyone thinks of. What will happen next?
Mia’s character is simply adorable. Like a bright splash of colour on an empty canvas. She is hard working, honest, straightforward and passionate who lives life the fullest. Max is an arrogant, confident, handsome and ruthless businessman who gives this indifferent and coldhearted vibe to everyone. But as the story progresses, we get to see the caring and soft side of Max. They slowly give in to their burning chemistry and the rules go right out of the window. The writing is so hilarious that my jaw was hurting badly. The story is sweet, sexy, passionate and emotional. I loved the complexity and vulnerability of Max’s character. The author took me to a carnival where love, life and friendship are celebrated. And I loved every moment. The story has the perfect combination of angst, banter, drama and passion. I loved the smooth and crisp writing with impeccable pacing of story.
Breaking the Billionaire’s Rules by Annika Martin is a brilliantly written romance. It has witty banter. It has fiery passion. It has sweet memories and sweeter HEA. It made my heart so full and happy. I couldn’t stop smiling and swooning. A must read of 2019. Don’t miss this book if you don’t want to miss the amazing time!
5 FUN SEXY STARS!! What a fun sexy read!! I loved Max and Mia’s story, it is a page turner. This story is full of fun banter, sexiness, drama and lots of love. These two get a second chance, they liked each in high school. This is one fun book you will want to 1-Click.
Breaking the Billionaire’s Rules was a funny, enemies to lovers, slow burn romance. Max wrote the Playbook but I have to admit I loved Mia playing his game and it was amusing seeing how she came up with the different scenarios to his rules.
The first half of the novel was told in Mia’s POV and the second half in Max POV. This was the only thing that didn’t work too well for me as Mia had insecurity/self-esteem issues due to the fact that she was a lunch-cart delivery girl and her so called nemesis was a billionaire, and it was all too pronounced in the first half of the book. However everything picked up from the second half and I really then then started to enjoy the story. Max’s rules came across as chauvinistic but as we get to know more about him we soon realized he was not that way and I really liked him
This novel was a good read. It had its hilarious moments and I would recommend it to all lovers of Romantic Comedies.