From USA Today Bestselling author Kimberly Knight, comes book three in her strong, sexy, and suspenseful Saddles & Racks series that takes on the seedy underbelly of Las Vegas.Young love is just the beginning … two best friends, Joselyn and Catherine. From the moment he laid eyes on Cat, he knew she’d be his one day.
Until one night when everything changed …
It’s rare to find the one you’re meant to be with, especially when you’re only twelve, but when Catherine Stone laid eyes on Seth, she knew it was love. He was always looking out for her during the summers they spent together, keeping other boys in line and just making her laugh. She knew that Seth was supposed to be her forever.
Until one night when heartache became inevitable …
Many years later, Cat and Seth are forced to come face to face when Joss is getting married to the love of her life. Just when everything seems to be going back to the way it was meant to be, the devil has other plans for them, and Seth will be forced to break a few rules to win Cat back …
Because he won’t give her up this time.
The Saddles & Racks Series
Book 1: Angels & Whiskey (Gabe & Autumn)
Book 2: Tequila & Lace (Paul & Joss)
Book 3: Champagne & Handcuffs (Seth & Cat)
Book 4: Rum & Coke (Vinny & Tessa)
Book 5: Gin & Jewels (Brad & Cassie)
Book 6: Paradise & Vodka (Nick & Ashleigh)
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“The one to carry my love. The one to carry my secrets. The one to carry my children.”
This story hits on everything I love in a book – mystery/suspense, heartbreak, passion, and a truly beautiful love story. Ms. Knight once again showed that she has the class and the talent to address sensitive issues in a respectable way.
I have been waiting to read Seth’s story since he was first introduced in this series and the author did not disappoint. The characters she creates and the depth to those characters just blows me away. She had me feeling all of their emotions and falling more in love with them each chapter I read.
Seth and “Kitty Cat” fell in love when they were kids, but misunderstanding and a lack of cummunication have kept them apart. Years later will they get a second chance to show that the love they had for one another since childhood is still as strong as ever? Or, will the past get in the way?
Seth and Cat’s journey is bumpy, but I would ride this emotional roller coaster over and over again. This was an absolutely fantastic book and I highly recommend you jump on this Saddles & Racks ride.
This is Seth and Cat’s story. You meet them in book 2. These 2 meet after Joselyn and Cat become friends at school. Seth already is friends with Joselyn since his grandmother lives next door. When they meet for the first time they both are attracted but age difference keeps them just friends. Cat’s comes to D.C to visit both after graduation where her and Seth’s relationship changes to more than friends. A miss communication breaks them up. 11 yrs later life has Seth going to Vegas to help Joselyn with her undercover job and her wedding. Cat comes for the wedding too. This a continuation from story line in book 2. This was another good read.
There is no cliffhanger at the end of this book, but I wouldn’t call it a stand alone because you should listen to books 1 and 2 in the series before this one. Champagne & Handcuffs wraps up the unresolved storyline from Tequila and Lace. There were two seemly important things introduced in the first few chapters that didn’t end up going anywhere and I wonder if they’ll come up again later in the series, but this book ended in a good place.
I listened to the Audible version. The same two narrators from the rest of the series continued with this one. Their performance was consistent throughout the series. I think there were more spoken words by other characters in this one so I had a harder time telling the characters apart by just the voices. A few of them sounded the same to me, both male and female. Overall, they did well.
Brings two of my favorite supporting characters together
Cat, a dentist, has known Seth, a D.C. police detective, since she was twelve. Their relationship shifted, withholding the truth will come back to bite them, and when their live reconnect the danger of his job may be the only thing to save them. Kimberly Knight’s Champagne & Handcuffs brings two of my favorite supporting characters together in a thrilling and exciting romantic suspense read. I am looking forward to reading about the rest of the Saddles & Racks stable of escorts.
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We meet Bryce who finds out that his dad is a pimp after his mom commits suicide and reveals that the man who was her mom’s husband was actually his dad, Tony. Bryce is turning into a pimp like his dad. Joss at her seventeenth birthday and his late wife were pimped out. Joss and Seth become fast friends since the age of six since Seth visited every summer to make sure Joss was ok since her mom worked late nights.
Joss wants Seth to help her become a cop. Cat visits and falls for Seth. I absolutely loved this book. I loved all the characters especially Joss, Paul, Seth & Cat. Can’t wait to dive into Rum & Coke
Young Sweetheart love to second chance at adult. This is a sweet dark twisted love that will have you pulled in from the first page tell the very end.
I could not stop listening and binged on the entire series. Each one leads into the next with a bit of a cliffhanger. But each couple has their own story to tell. Seth and Cat have a story that has been waiting years to be told. Seth is a big brother to Jos and her best friend Cat, but Cat has eyes for Seth. After a misunderstanding, they go their separate ways until Jos is about to get married. This is when the story heats up and the suspense gets real. I thought we were in the clear in this last book. The twist hit me so hard, I did not see it coming. Seth will stop at nothing to save Cat, but is that enough to save her completely? This book is filled with drama, love and gut wrenching suspense. I loved every word and was sad when it was over.
Kylie Stewart and Eric Rolon keep the characters consistent and easy to follow from one book to the next. This narration team ahs easy to listen to voices and a great reading speed. Kylie brought out the intense fear that Cat had and made me feel everything that Cat was feeling. I felt as if I was within the book, living it right beside the characters. Eric is a wonderful Seth. Eric brings out Seth’s dedication and love in such a way that it filled my heart with hope. I loved this narration.
I love how Kimberly Knight wrote about the developing friendship between Kat, Seth and Jocelyn . Beginning the first time Seth went to spend the summers in Florida with his grandma. How the three couldn’t wait every year when he would visit. Kat and Seth had a love of a lifetime. He’s loved her the first time he saw her when he was 15, until there was a misunderstanding when she was 18, that changed their lives for 11 years. Rekindling their romance, at a mutual friends wedding in Las Vegas. Where there is danger, undercover work. and how Seth saved his Kit Kat. I love how characters in previous books are included in the series. Kylie Stewart and Eric Rolon told the story with such emotion. Giving each character their own voice and personality! audiobookobsessionreview
**4.5 Stars**
Champgne and Handcuffs is book three in the Saddles & Racks series and picks up after book two where Joss had just recently dicovered a sex trafficking ring and arrested her brother who was at the heart of it. She enlists Seth’s help in this book to help take down the bad guys down. At the same time, she is getting married and needs her lifelong friend Cat there, who also happens to be the one who got away for Seth. But, their short-term fling/relationship ended badly and they haven’t talked in 11 years. But that all changes now, in this drama filled, suspensful, and emotional book about second chances, overcoming traumatic situations and going after your happily ever after.
I enjoyed how this book encompassed all of the characters from all three books in the series. I was invested and engaged from the start and didn’t want to put the book down. I enjoyed reading about Cat and Seth reconnecting, and although it was anything but easy, I was happy they got their long-awaited HEA. I would definitely recommend this book and this whole series. Loved these characters!!!
Awesome Story & Audible Listen Heartfelt & Exciting!
Champagne & Handcuffs
Saddles & Racks, Book 3
By: Kimberly Knight
Narrated by: Kylie Stewart, Eric Rolon
Kimberly Knight pens another great novel in her “Saddles & Racks” series. I am loving & devouring these books, they are amazing and addictive, I just need to know what is going to happen next with these great characters. This book is Seth and Cat’s story and the current storylines pick up here “Tequilla & Racks” leaves off. Seth is Joss’s friend since childhood, he is a Detective in D.C and Joss brings him to Vegas to assist on the Trafficking case she is working on in Las Vegas. After hearing all the details of the case and the history and connection he is eager to help. Before current times Kimberly Knight takes you back to when Seth and Joss were young, the start of their friendship and when Cat’s friendship began with Joss and then Seth. Cat and Seth shared a special bond when they were younger, they took it to the next step but things did not work out for them. They are brought together again for Paul and Joss’ wedding. Years later they still harbor feelings for each other. I loved these two together, thought they were perfect for each other and I was happy they were going to get a second chance at romance. Back to the case and investigation, all comes to a head. Joss has Paul on the case, Bryce as an informant and something big goes down. There is never a dull moment in this book, plenty of drama, action, angst, twists and some thrilling suspense. Loved how how it all went down, with a win for the good guys. Trafficking is a serious problem, it is a worldwide problem that can happen anywhere whether it be Las Vegas or around the corner from where you live. The author does a great job covering it and with the details. Thank you Kimberly Knight for another terrific story and emotional rollercoaster ride. It was great to see the characters from earlier books again, I am looking forward to what comes next in your “Saddles & Racks” series.
I listened to the Audible edition, Kylie Stewart and Eric Rolon are talented voice artists and amazing narrators. They bring these characters to life giving each their own unique voice and personality. They set the perfect tone for the story, capture the emotions of the characters and the drama of the story which is reflects perfectly in their duet performance. They are entertaining storytellers and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another terrific listen
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Champagne & Handcuffs is a continuation of Tequila & Lace, Joselyn (Andi) and Paul’s story, so read or listen to it prior to this one. To date my favorite.
This story brings to light Jos, Kits, and Seths, childhood friendship, Jos’s disappearance, Kit and Seths lost & rekindled love, a few weddings, a new life, and female trafficking ring that brought Jos to Vegas in Tequila & Lace, all that with Kylie and Eric telling us the facts.
Reviewed for Audiobook Obsession
Champagne & Handcuffs is the third book in the Saddles & Racks series. This is a friends to lovers, second chance romance that focuses on the story of Seth and Cat, two of Joselyn’s friends from childhood. This is a continuation of Joselyn’s story as well since Seth comes to Vegas to help her undercover with her case.
Seth met Cat through Joselyn while visiting his grandmother every summer. He always viewed Joselyn as a sister and when he finally met her other best friend Cat, he assumed he’d feel the same way about her. Every summer, he hangs out with them and the friendship between the three of them becomes strong.
When Joselyn ends up running away from her mother, she runs to Seth in DC. They don’t know the truth behind her running away, but when Cat turns 18, she finally heads up there to visit her friends. Seth is now 21 and the minute he sees Cat all grown up, he feels an instant attraction to her. I love friends to lovers romances because they have a foundation together that really helps build upon the romance story between them. While she’s visiting, they come together and its HOT!
Cat has to go back home, but decides to surprise him a few weeks later only to see him out on a date with another woman. Instead of letting him explain, she runs. Her heart is broken and so is Seths. Its eleven years before they see each other again and that’s only because Joselyn is marrying Paul and Seth is working undercover to help her finish her case. Cat goes to Vegas but brings her gay friend with her, knowing Seth will be there and afraid he will have someone with him.
When she finally confronts him about what happened, they both realize they made mistakes. Second chance romances are among my favorites too because there is obvious chemistry between them and rebuilding on that is just a beautiful thing. Seth and Cat definitely have a very beautiful thing. Seth is a dirty talking cop that whose words will have you weak in the knees and Cat is a beautifully stubborn heroine that will have you clapping at her wit and charm.
But as with every romance novel, something has to happen to keep you turning the page. All in all, this is a beautiful book filled with angst, steam and romance that has you wanting to know more and make sure both Cat and Seth get the happy ending they deserve.
All in all, this isn’t my favorite of the S&R books but a definite must read in the series.
This was another solid offering from this series. Seth and Cat have known each other from childhood. They are also best friends with Joselyn. Seth and Cat become more than friends after Joselyn disappeared. Seth moved on to become a cop and lost contact with Cat. Neither one really moved on from each other. Seth helps Joselyn with one of her cases and it puts him back in Cat’s orbit. Their story is not an easy one but it is worth it in the end.
Thank you for the privilege of reading this book!
An emotional ride of love had, lost and found again. Since this is the third book in Saddles & Racks series it is recommended that you read them in order for character references. Seth and Cat were close friends who fell in love, but something changed and they stopped speaking. Years later they reconnect. Can they forget the past in order to have a future? A second chance, fiery romance that will have you turning the pages until the end.
5!!!!
Having read Kimberly’s previous books I was so excited for the third installment Saddles & Racks. Let me tell you, she did not disappoint!! The back story’s of Joss, Seth and Cat were written extremely well. Kimberly really gave you sight into their pasts which in turn lets you fully understand the present.
This story has a little bit of everything. Second chance romance, extremely hot sex, crazy dangerous situations and emotional attachment for us readers! I highly recommend this book!! Though you don’t need to read the first two books in this stand-alone series, it does help with understanding the characters as they make appearances
Hot damn! This book is smoking hot. Lots of sex, and some action. Twists that I did NOT see coming, and I should have. I love this series, and I’d been waiting awhile for this book. Well, it was worth the wait. I don’t always pre-order, but when I do it will be a book in this series.
The feels! Oh, the feels! One minute you’re happy, and the next you’re like WTF just happened?! It’s a rollercoaster of emotion. Love the characters, and I love that we got to see more of the ones that started the whole S&R series. Gah! You just need to read this book.
This book had its ups and downs. Kimberly makes you swoon, rips your heart out, gives it back, rips it out again, then returns it with a bow and a promise to leave it be.
Set and Cat have such a history together, can they overcome it and finally be happy?
Champagne and Handcuffs by Kimberly Knight is Seth and Cat’s story and is a second chance romance that is full of drama, suspense, heartache, passion with twist and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. I was hooked from the first page. I loved this book so much and highly recommend it.
There were a few times I was on the edge of my seat, biting my nails, waiting, DYING to see what happened next…and Kimberly did not disappoint!!
Seth and Cat have known each other most of their lives and one night finally act on their attraction. BUT, as most do, they have a breakdown in communication that tears them apart. Will they find each other again???