Sheltered from the real world, Francis lives off Hollywood magazines, Lean Cuisines, and her secret obsession with romance novels. When her best friends set her up on an adventure of a lifetime, she’s more than willing to play along. A trip cross-country with a super hunky guy who smells like sin and excitement.Being a con man has been a way of life for Luca. But his swindling ways eventually … eventually catch up to him. He’s been given a wicked task: kidnap a woman and deliver her to the villain.
Sounds easy. Until he meets her…
Captive: We’re getting out of Kansas, Toto!
Mr. Bing: Yap! Yap!
Con Man: Why are the crazy ones always hot?
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Fun, fun, fun! Mad cap capers, wonderful characters, belly laughs and so many giggles! I’m still giggling every time I think about this fantastic rom com. It’s one of the best I’ve read. Lots of silliness and crazy adventure as con man turned kidnapper, the delicious Luca, is forced into grabbing the ultra-sheltered, innocent Frannie to save his sister and niece from the clutches of Mr. Death. Luca is a hero right out of one of the naughty romance novels Frannie is hooked on and Frannie is a little kooky with her own brand of crazy smarts and resourcefulness. These two are a match deluxe as they have the evil Rossi mafia at their backs as they run across the country to SoCal and into the unknown of the mysterious Mr. Death whose is holding Luca’s family as insurance to get his hands on Frannie. When the tug-of-war between Rossi and Mr. Death heats up to get Frannie, the adventure and danger ramps up as our couple cons their way in and out of trouble. Hilarious trouble and loads of fun which includes Frannie’s chihuahua, Chandler Bing. As the three become a team, Luca realizes he can’t give Frannie to Mr. Death and the possible danger waiting in SoCal. He is mesmerized by the unusual girl and falls under her spell and beauty. The romance that blossoms between these two is just fabulous and the panty-melting Luca is swoon worthy with his handling of the innocent Frannie. He gives her something right out of those bodice-ripper romance novels she loves. As they run from the baddies and the bullets are flying Luca attempts to give Frannie all her bucket list wants in any form he can as they travel through the States. This read was so much fun (yeah, I’m repeating myself) and goofy and crazy good. You won’t find a super tight plot or even a lot of believability but there are loads of absurdly appealing characters including the geriatric twin sisters with their hair pulling and slapping, Mr. Death’s goats, sister Lindsay and cute niece Cala. And what’s going on between Daddy Death and Linz? I can’t wait for their story! The last chapter from Chandler POV was just beyond hilarious! I love both of these authors together and individually but this was such a terrific surprise from these two. I want more of this madcap adventure, heart-throbbing romance and divine characters. Simply fabulous! I voluntarily reviewed an ARC.
OMG this story had me laughing so hard. Our hero and heroine said and did the funniest things with a side of sexual tension. So hilarious.
Plan for all kinds of crazy and entertainment. The intense part of this read was exceptionally fanciful and even though not the most realistic, it still keep me intrigued.
This book has all the makings for an awesome evening read. I definitely enjoyed it. Happy Reading Everyone.
This is my first time reading a book by these authors and it won’t be the last. This was a funny fast paced read.
Francis and Luca couldn’t be more opposite. Francis doesn’t want anything to do with Luca when he kidnaps her. She fights against everything he wants. Finally these two realizes things are better when they work together.
This book had me laughing and enjoying these two characters. If your looking for a funny romantic story look no further.
This is the first book by these authors that I have read. It won’t be the last either.
Now if you want a book that’s way, and I do mean way over the top, this is for you!
Francis is, I have no words really. She’s so unbelievably sheltered and naive.
I will admit that she had me rolling my eyes some.
Luca is a con man that tried to con the wrong person.
I did enjoy Frannie & Luca’s banter throughout their adventure
This book did have me laughing out loud, but, like I said, it is over the top. But that makes it a fun and different read.
Conheartists was everything I didn’t realize I was missing out on all in one wild, awkward, over the top, and downright hilarious read. It’s been a while since I’ve laughed so much while reading an addictive pageturner like this.
I’m not sure I can begin to fully express how much I adored Francis. Though a bit sheltered she dealt with all the unexpected challenges thrown her way with a zany panache that kept me constantly entertained. I loved her and her “squirrely” way of working her way into one’s heart. Luca was so not what I was expecting. Sexy, moody, and fiercely loyal he was a man on a mission when his world was tilted off its axis by Francis and their unexpected shenanigans.
This book was a highly entertaining read that kept me grinning from beginning to end. A bit over the top, funny, sweet and with just the right amount of heat Conheartists was an unexpectedly pleasant surprise and a definite must read if you love your romcoms laugh-out-loud hilarious and full of unforgettable characters you can’t get enough of.
This is my first book by J.D. Hollyfield, but I have read plenty of K Websters. This is a new sub-genre for me from her though and wow, I was not expecting what I got, I went into this knowing it was going to be different. It’s a rom-com and being so use to Ms. Websters darker side… This had me intrigued. I think both authors wrote this brilliantly.
Francis was something else, I mean that is one way to explain her. She was funny as hell, a little immature, and her two best friends were two elderly twins. She has a kind of unhealthy obsession with Richard Simmons, and she is like no other character I have read before… And I think that’s what I loved most about her. In every way, she was different. She was adorable and weird and different and funny and just a treat to read!
Luca? He was different in his own way too. I mean he’s probably not as nuts as Francis… Actually, if I am honest, he’s probably the lesser crazy out of all the characters… We can count animals/pets as characters, right? Well, there was a cat that dressed up, goats and dog named Chandler Bing… Oh god, I couldn’t stop laughing… Luca was everything, and I love him… and I want his babies…
These two started off as enemies really, they were working against each other, but it wasn’t long before they realized they worked better as a team. These two were so different from each other. You wouldn’t think it would work… But the authors played these two perfectly and what I thought would be downfalls to a relationship, turn out to be some of the strongest elements they had. These two together were truly funny as hell and so awesome to read.
All in all, this book has probably gone down in history as one of the funniest books I’ve had the pleasure to read. Everything about this book is unique. The storyline is unpredictable, and had my jaw hitting the floor, while I tried to control my laughter. I absolutely loved this! These two authors worked so well together. The story flowed with ease and it made for an enjoyable read that I will go back and re-read often!
LOLOLOLOLOLOL!!!!! I can’t breathe! I laughed so much reading this book! It is HILARIOUS! Witty, quirky and everything you need in your life! Francis is my spirit animal! For being sheltered she sure lives up to any challenge that comes at her and what is suppose to be a “kidnapping” turns out to be a sign from above for her to take the adventure of a lifetime, and you DO NOT want to miss being on this ride with her. Every hour Luca spends with her in their cross country trek, he thinks will be his undoing but a fondness for her creeps up on him from out of nowhere, pretty soon they are on the same team fending off the bad guys. Throw in the worlds greatest doggie sidekick, Richard Simmons, pot brownies, the Mystery Machine and a bundle of goats (pssst…Billy is a whore) and you have an original story with all the funny feels, swoony moments and things that make you want to hop in a car and give being a Con a try. J.D. and K knock it out of the park again! A great mixture of both of their styles comes together effortlessly in this can’t put it down book!
It is safe to say you’ve never read a book like this before. From Teterboro to LA, this road trip takes the cake (and ice cream too). I would say that these characters have more character than should be allowed in one book but then I would have to take it back.
I’m not even sure where to start really. This whole book is one acid trip without the side effects. I might actually have been hallucinating, I’m still not 100% sure.
Conheartists is a head shaking, mind bogglingly fun adventure filled with “unhappy” mistakes, crazy horny old people, negotiating with Mr. Death, and a slew of unbelieveable craziness that you will have to read to comprehend.
If you like quirky and getting caught in a senseless ramble…
If you’re into goat yoga and brain splatter…
If you like making love in the Mystery Machine, in a Colorado reservoir…
I’m the kidnapper who stole you, run away with me, on an adventure…
Reviewed for Sweet Spot Sisterhood
Oh word!!! This book had me in stitches absolute freakin stitches!!! I loved it from the first page till the last and could not put it down and definitely did not want to put it down!!! I mean Frannie and Bing together was just gold but add her her other three sidekicks and it was solid tens across the board. Then Luca ahhhh sexy,sinful and sweet Luca. Can I have one? And the road trip they have together minus all the Thelma and Louise stuff is the kinda of road trip I can see me on. I so need to read more from these two ladies as this book was outstanding!!! I highly highly recommend it!!! By Tina
Conheartists is sweet quirky fun. Luca is a con man on the run. Frannie is a girl looking for a little adventure in her life. What happens when Frannie becomes a job for Luca to deliver? This book has a little bit of everything: a hysterical road trip, mobsters, kidnapping, the cutest dog ever and a blossoming romance transpiring between star crossed lovers. Conheartists filled me with so much joy. It was absolutely whimsical . A wonderfully delicious treat from K Webster and JD Hollyfield. I can’t wait to read what’s next from these two. If you love a good RomCom then this is a must read.
CONHEARTISTS BY K. WEBSTER & J.D. HOLLYFIELD
I don’t read a lot of romcom but this was done so well. The back and forth between the elderly twins, Beatrice and Mabel, was so damn funny. I couldn’t help but laugh. These twins reminded me of my lovely grandmother. I loved Beatrice’s crazy sexual advise and the way Francis couldn’t help but blush.
Luca… He was definitely yummy. But not as yummy as Dr. Daddy Death. Oh I loved when he came on scene. It was the interaction between him and Frannie was absolutely hilarious. It was nice to step away from the serious and the dark for once and dive into a comedy.
Come take a fantastic mystery ride with Frannie and Luca! This book was hysterical, totally unexpected, and original so don’t take it for your usual rom com because it’s sooo much more! You’ll get your action and mystery fix along with a huge dose of comedy and steamy romance.
Did you grow up in the 80s and 90s?! Yeah, be prepared for a hardcore childhood flashback because Frannie may very well be stuck in that era! She led a sheltered childhood and when she finally gets sprung from her bubble…she doesn’t waste a minute wreaking havoc and turning into the perfect partner for Luca. Who would’ve thought??
Luca is just a struggling con artist trying to give his family a better life until he finds himself tangled up in this web of lies, betrayal and revenge. Can he save what’s his and manage to survive the journey to an unknown destination?
Did I forget to mention the goats?! Yeah, there’s goats too…
Conheartists by K Webster and J.D. Hollyfield is Luca and Francis’ zany, laugh out loud, unique, exciting romantic comedy.
Luca is a con artist who finds himself in hot water with the mafia. He has run too many cons and now he has been told he either has to kidnap Francis or his sister and niece will pay the price…no brainer, right?
Francis/Frannie is this sheltered woman who is quirky. She loves Richard Simmons, has lost her mom and to stay close to her she started running her antique shop. Her BFFs are 60 year old sisters …oh and yes, she also dresses in her mother’ s clothes. This gal needs adventure like yesterday. So what happens- she’s kidnapped. Into her life comes Luca and her life will never be the same. What a wacky and exciting story from K. Webster and J.D. Hollyfield- when normally the books from them are dark and twisted yet this is light and exciting and fun!!! Will Luca be able to save Frannie from people who wanted Frannie? Will he be able to give up Frannie and save his sister and niece ? Will Frannie save herself? There are twists and turns that kept me hooked from the start all the til the very end. Super good ending!!
My Rating: 4.5 stars *******
Spectacular read! I laughed my butt off!
This story was ridiculous and totally believable. From the beginning Frannie and Luca were working against each other but they found that life was so much better when they worked together. Both of them were skilled with cons and Chandler provided some fun relief between the two personalities. This was a gumshoe, rom-com at it’s best. From the story line, to the characters and situations this was an enjoyable, laughable story. Chapter 25 with the goats was THE BEST!`
There is definitely something to be said about a book that makes you laugh out loud to the point that you pee yourself am right? Anyone else do that?…No, just me? Um… okay well this is a bit awkward. Lol
Seriously this book is freakin HILARIOUS!! Like one of my Top reads of 2019, because it’s just so amazingly funny and quirky and out there.
When outrageously hot Con man Luca is forced to kidnap the beautiful innocent and sheltered Francis in order to save his family, he had no idea what was in store for him.
This kooky but gorgeous girl and her sidekick Chandler Bing the chihuahua introduce him to a crazy side of conning he never knew. Next thing the captive has become the partner in crime. Throw in a little Richard Simmons’s and then they are sweatin’ to the oldies and right outta their clothes. Getting down dirty right in each other’s arms right there on the yellow brick road and in the back of the mystery machine. How scandalous!!
And when I say getting down a dirty, Y’ALL!! For such a hilarious book, these ladies brought the steam. It was so hot! Then they had scenes where it was hot and hilarious. I’m mean this book was killing me. In the best way. Death by laughing. I was holding my stomach going “it hurts” lol
Join Luca, nutty as a fruit cake, Frannie, and Bingie Boo on a crazy cross country adventure as they race against time and mobsters. Cross a few items off their bucket list, fall-in-love, meet an outlandish cast of characters, including a herd of goats with voyeuristic tendencies, a neighbor with a slightly weird relationship with his cat. Did I mention the most awesome Chihuahua in the history of Chihuahuas? Bing Daddy, Prince Bingy himself, The Bingster!!
*I voluntarily reviewed an advanced complimentary copy of this book!
My cr8zysockbookblock blog wrap up for this book!
– EVERYTHING!! This book was everything! Hilarious, hot, some suspense, sexy, funny characters, Pervy goats. Chandler Bing the Chihuahua King!!
– Luca and Frannie are HOTTER than the seventh circle of Hades. Even in the funny times…Still hot.
Cliffhanger Warning- No Cliffy, but I’m hoping we end up with Vincent and Lindsay’s story. #WEWANTPAPPADEATH
Con artist Luca Crawford’s family was kidnapped by a mobster. To get them back, he needs to kidnap Francis Connor and take her to the him. They become partners along the way and develop feelings for each other. Luca then realizes that he never wants to give her up. Will he be able to get his family back and keep the woman he loves?
This is one of the funniest books I’ve ever read! The writing is completely seamless. Francis and Luca have chemistry despite being complete opposites. Francis lived such a sheltered life, she’s annoying and endearing at the same time. It was fun so much reading Francis’s shenanigans and Luca’s thoughts on them, I’m hoping there’d be a second book about these characters!
Conheartists is a romantic comedy suspense written in multiple (and by that, I mean five!) first-person POV. It’s a standalone that ends with a HEA. No cliffhanger, no cheating.
I received this book at my request and have voluntarily left this unbiased review.
Conheartists by K Webster and J.D. Hollyfield is the story of Luca and Francis.
This was a total fun, hot with some adventures. Luca is a con-man who is on the run. Then he ends up taking Francis with him on the run. Francis is a no excitement person who lives through reading and the TV….so a sheltered life. Now she is on the run with Luca experiences more than she ever had. Luca is finding Francis to be a totally unique women who he is so drawn too. I really enjoyed this book.
This book is a hilarious, laugh-out/loud romantic comedy. It’s both insane and far-fetched, and get the calamity these authors created fits perfectly with its crew of misfits. It’s a charming, action-packed, far fetched rom-com that is sure to please fans everywhere.
I absolutely loved everything about Frannie, Mr. Bing and our Outlaw hero. They’re cooky in that really sweet and endearing way that only works in a truly well written story. I laughed, I swooned and I fell head over heels for these characters and their silly story. Don’t miss out on one of the funniest books of the year, grab ConHeartists today!
Conheartist by K. Webster and J.D. Hollyfield was just what I needed. A fun laugh out loud, hilarious read that had me engaged from start to finish. Francis has led a quiet and sheltered life. Luca is a con artist who somehow finds himself kidnapping Francis. Now they are on a journey neither expected. I loved Francis quirky nature and how she drove Luca crazy. Luca was gorgeous and moody and on a mission. So, the shenanigans begin!
I truly enjoyed reading Conheartist by K. Webster and JD Hollyfield. The co-written stories they have given their readers are always fun and entertaining and this one did not disappoint. It is a bit over the top, but that is what made this story so much. I loved Luca and Francis’ journey and had me the laughing from start to end!
Read and reviewed for Sultry Sirens Book Blog.
Happy reading!
This book was a breath of fresh air. It has been a while since I’ve laughed so hard while reading. This was a crazy, wild adventure that I want to read over and over again.
Luca may be a con man but you can’t help but love him. He cares for his family and will do anything for them. Francis, I can’t even begin to describe how much I enjoyed her. She was sheltered and is adorably quirky and like Luca says, “she’s nuttier than a squirrel on an acorn farm”. They are two very different people, but Luca needs Francis to get his family back. So what happens then the con man and the captive plus Mr. Bing go on a wild ride across the country? Well, you’ll just have to find out for yourself.
Luca and Frannie are complete opposites but I loved their chemistry. They helped each other, the protected each other and I loved watching their story play out. Every single character in this story was hilarious and added so much to the overall story. I couldn’t help but grin from ear to ear the entire time I was reading this story.
This was an over top, super fun romance full of plenty of many characters and loads of IOUS. A MUST READ and such an unexpected surprise.