MY DICK CAN BE A REAL BASTARD SOMETIMES. When he takes charge, I’ve been known to do a lot of stupid shit, despite the fact that I have a genius IQ. Case in point: How I met the woman of my dreams. Now, I’m going to let you in on a little secret: I don’t regret that moment of idiocy one bit. It may have been one of the most embarrassing moments of my life, but you know what they say about first … you know what they say about first impressions, right? Well, I can guarantee that I made quite the impression that evening. (Don’t worry; I’ll tell you all the gory details later.)
Most days, she acts like she hates me—probably because I behave like an ass— but we both know the truth: Rainey O’Neil wants me just as much as I want her—she just doesn’t want to admit it.
Good thing I’ve never been one to back down from a challenge.
*Deal Takers is the second installment in the Dealing with Love world but can be read as a standalone.
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Deal Takers (Dealing with Love #2) by Laura Lee
5 out of 5 stars
Deal Takers is the second book in the Dealing with Love series written by Laura Lee and it’s the first book that I have read by this author. This story is a hilarious, and sometimes emotional, love story that looks directly into both of the main characters minds. It was easy connecting with them and I couldn’t help but fall in love with both of them. The characters were well written and the plot was awesome.
Brody is a 24-year-old playboy and he can have any woman he wants. He meets Rainey O’Neil on the night of one of the most embarrassing moments of his life, but you know what they say about first impressions, right? Well, he can guarantee that he made quite the impression that evening.
Now she acts like she hates me probably because he behaves like an ass but we all know the truth: Rainey O’Neil wants Brody just as much as he wants her but, she just doesn’t want to admit it. Good thing Brody is up for the challenge….
Will Rainey give in to Brody or will she just friend zone him? Can Brody show Rainy he is the man for her?
I highly recommend this book and now I have to go and read book one before I move onto Drew and Charlee’s story…
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Tracy
When the first chapter is all about a man and his “junk”, you know you’re in for a wild ride. I mean seriously, a whole chapter devoted to it.
I really enjoyed this story. It was a wonderful slow burn. Then once the burning subsided, BAM! It got “hot in huuuur”! For real!
The difference between this book and the previous book in this series that I loved is that the character and plot development was much better. I was able to feel the connection with these characters and their story meant much more because of it.
I couldn’t get enough of this book. The characters are funny and lovable. I can’t really think of anything negative to say… Not that anyone wants to read the negative.
Who doesn’t love a frenemies to lovers to soul mates book? Even the non-romance person I am can appreciate good sexual angst and some boning.
Talk about conversation one can have with one’s self, or one’s own body parts. Brody is by far on of the funniest heroes I’ve read. And yet he comes out in the end really being quite the gentleman. Rainey fights off Brody with every advance and banter is between this electrifying. So what happens when Rainey finally throws herself at Brody….
Well read the book I mean come on it’s hilarious I loved it!
I loved Rainey and Brody. Their banter was highly entertaining, Brody was a pro at pushing Rainey’s buttons and she was always ready with wit, sass and sarcasm.
You could definitely feel the chemistry between them from the moment they met. The way it built over the passing years until the moment they gave in and their chemistry exploded with passion and emotions.
I adored Brody he was always quick with sarcasm and ridiculous comments but underneath all that he was incredibly sweet. Rainey was sassy and kept her heart guarded due to past hurts. You could feel the intensity of emotions grow between them which at some points brought a tightness in my chest and a tear to my eye.
I’m excited to read Drew’s story. I really love this world that Laura Lee created the whole group has stolen a piece of my heart.
From the very first time that Brody met Rainey he has had a thing for her despite how unfortunate that situation was and the fiancé that she has. Four years later, she has finally ditched the fiancé and Rainey can finally no longer deny her attraction to Brody.
Brody and Rainey are the funniest couple I have ever met. I was laughing so hard through so much of this book. Their banter was best that I have seen in a long time – so freaking hilarious. I haven’t had a grin this big throughout a book in I don’t know how long. And don’t even get me started on their chemistry – holy oh my hotness. While Brody was being hilarious as all get out I could see how much he loved Rainey, which made me love him even more. Rainey annoyed me a tad bit but I understood her hesitation a tad bit. But overall this was a super fun and steamy book that I loved dearly.
This book! Laura managed to nail the male POV in the novel perfectly, I loved everything about Brody after meeting him and Rainey in the previous book Deal Takers there was a clue they at least have a casual hook when Devyn catches them getting up close and personal in her kitchen one morning, but their story goes beyond that. So Deal Takers is set in the 5 year gap we have in Deal Takers (Book 1) before it catches up to present time. The opening chapters set the tone for the book perfectly and had me giggling over Brody’s antics from the start.
Brody is a typical manwhore and the things that come out of his mouth is pure brilliance, team that with how he meets Rainey and you know this is going to be good. Don’t get me wrong this book isn’t all happy rainbows. Rainey goes through some serious lows with her relationships and ends up leaning on Brody more and more to help her deal with the shockers life throws at her. Over time their friendship blossoms and they agree to a friends with benefit relationship. Of course this doesn’t go exactly to plan either and there comes the heartbreak, and by this point you are so invested in Brody and Rainy that it really hurts and I wanted to slap Rainey for her behaviour.
Needless to say it all works out in the end of course, and we get to see more of Devyn, Riley, Drew (I need his story now!) and Nathan, that cute potty mouthed kid still cracks me up! A book I won’t fail to recommend to anyone looking for something that has a good balance of humour, romance, steam and heartache.
another great read by Laura Lee. Enemies to Lovers is one of my favorite troupes. The meet cute between Brody and Rainy is one for the books! You will die laughing. This book will have you in stitches throughout most of it. Brody is your typical guy, a little immature, but will do anything for anyone. Rainy is a no-nonsense female who has a long run of bad luck with the guys. This was a great book 2, it didn’t lose any steam like some tend to do. Can’t wait to read book 3.
Fabulous Story & Audible Listen A Delightful RomCom!
Deal Takers: A Frenemies-to-Lovers Romantic Comedy
Dealing with Love, Volume 2
By: Laura Lee
Narrated by: Stephanie Murphy
Laura Lee delivers another fantastic RomCom and I loved everything about it from her wonderful writing style to the storylines and characters she created. This book swept me right in, Brody’s situation with Thor landing him in the ER and the way he handled himself was just a riot. And it is how he first meets Nurse Rainey. I had the pleasure of meeting these two characters in the first book, Riley and Devyn’s story. It was great to see how Rainey and Devyn became friends. It was also great to see how Brody and Rainey come together. I loved that Brody was in for the challenge. Rainey has not had the best luck with men, she always winds up with losers and her relationships have failed so she does not want to get involved with a player like Brody. Brody feels differently and takes what he could get. I loved how their story plays out, in the beginning it was back and forth bickering, then it evolves to something else. A lot goes on in this book, there is plenty of drama, a bit of angst, some great humor, a surprising twist for Rainey, some heartfelt moments and some smoking hot romance. I highly recommend this entertaining book and series. Thank you Laura Lee for another fantastic story, some great laughs and the emotional rollercoaster ride.
I listened to the Audible edition, Stephanie Murphy is a terrific narrator and voice artist. She brings the characters to life giving each their own voice and personality. She does a great job portraying the characters, capturing their humor and emotions and projecting them into her performance. She is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another great listen
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Deal Takers: A Frenemies-to-Lovers Romantic Comedy
Dealing with Love, Volume 2
By: Laura Lee
Narrated by: Stephanie Murphy
I love to listen to a book and just sit back and enjoy it. Not a lot of angst, but a good story and if funny, that is just a plus. Laura Lee hits all those buttons with this second book in her Dealing with Love series. Brody meets Rainey in the hospital under unusual circumstances. He is smitten with her, but she is not interested. They run in mutual circles so over several years, they spend time together, and Brody never lets up. Their flirty banter is so funny and entertaining, it really makes the book fly by. I loved every minute of this adventure. Rainey is quite the woman. I find her very easy to relate to, thinking she knows what she wants, but finds out things are not always what they are cracked up to be. Brody is every girl’s dream. The good looking, smart and tenacious, unrelenting man that never gives up. It flits back and forth in time, but is easy to follow and lets us get a good understanding of their relationship. Once you start this gem, you will not want to stop, it’s that good!
Stephanie Murphy is the narrator and she is so talented. Her comedic timing is spot on and I love her voices. She adds so much to the story with her performance and I really enjoyed it.
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This couple had me laughing and swooning~ LOVING this series.
Here is my YouTube review ~https://youtu.be/Rl-RyURnqA4
Deal Takers is book two in the Dealing with Love series. It can be read as a standalone if you chose or if you like me, you enjoy reading the full series to get the inside scoop of those secondary characters background. Oh my, this book had some hilarious and embarrassing moments. Brody is a riot and it isn’t the first time he will stop at nothing to show Rainey he wants to be with her. Over the years he tried to make a Deal with her, but she would not Take. I love how even though he found out something, he let her learn on her own as it made it better for him in my opinion. The banter and chemistry between these two are spot on and I loved that a little blue made our day brighter and full of laughter. If you are looking for a hilarious read this one is for you.
I’m sure I’ll find myself reading this book again. It’s really good!
Deal Takers is the 2nd book in the Dealing With Love Series. It’s a stand alone issue and this series doesn’t have to be read in any particular order. Each book contains the interconnecting characters that will keep you updated on them. This book is very well written with wonderful characters, a hilarious plot, off the charts banter, alternating POVs and swoon worthy love scenes.
The story is about Brody, a playboy who takes a Viagra pill and ends up in the ER, who then meets Rainey, his attending nurse. She actually is a Labor and Delivery Nurse. Brody ask her out, she turns him down, then we get the by play of the next four years between the H/H and the interconnecting characters.
You cannot turn the pages fast enough with this book, it’s so entertaining. If you had plans, ditch’em…you will not put this book down to you have read the last word!
Loved every moment of this book! Brody and Rainy are meant to be – every word of THEIR story sucks you in, and you are hoping that they get their happy ending. Their witty banter, Brody’s antics, and their sexy times are just the toppings on an already drool-worthy dessert.
I am going to start off by saying, I love when the opportunity arises to read from an a new author, or a new author to me. I am so blessed to have that opportunity. With that being said, I am a very new reader to Laura Lee. I was not expecting to go into Deal Takers and fall hopelessly in love with its characters or the words from this story, but I did. I fell so hard. This book kept me on my toes, and Deal Takers was absolutely hilarious. Like, one of the funniest books I have ever read. Laura Lee did an amazing job. Her writing is one that you completely get lost in. The words just flow so well, you can tell she let her characters do that talking. She let them tell the story, and that is what made this book.
Rainey is the feisty red head, with a mouth that lets loose when the need arises. She is living her dream, working the job she has always wanted. She is caring and compassionate with an amazing personality. A great sense of humor, and the best friend you could wish for.
Brody is your ultimate playboy that can pull any chick within a 100 mile radius. His description matches the one, that lines up with Thors, and his ego can’t be topped. He is child like in such a good way and has the absolute best innuendos known to man kind, but has a heart like none other.
Rainey and Brody’s meeting is one that I could never forget, it was embarrassing and left quite an impression. An impression that left tears running down my face because I could not catch my breathe, because I was laughing so hard. This is legit the best beginning I have ever read. Having mutual friends means they run in the same circle and see each other more often than not. Brody has never backed away from a challenge, and he knows their chemistry is enough to set the house ablaze. He will stop at nothing to claim her.
This DUAL POV is everything! Deal Takers will lift you up in a way you have never experienced. IT IS EPIC, IT IS FAN-FREAKING-TASTIC. I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK!
*Reviewed for Reviews From the Heart
Interesting and little twisted plot, but great reading.
All hail the MP!! Brody and Rainey make for a hilarious and sexy couple!! I can’t get enough of this series and Laura Lee is a fantastic author that I will be reading a lot more of!! This is the second book of the series and you learn more about the origin of all the friendships in this one. I devoured this book as well!! Brody makes the perfect addition to my harem!!
This is the second in the series with all 3 out now. The series order is Deal Breakers, Deal Takers and Deal Makers.
*WARNING*
This review contains spoilers so if you haven’t read DEal Takers yet you might want to skip this!
Hahaha This book had me cracking up, it is so much fun reading from Brody’s perspective – there is no filter and it is so hilarious!
That being said, I absolutely adored this book. After reading Deal Breakers I knew I would be in for a treat with book #2 and it surpassed all my expectations.
The banter between Brody and Rainey was so good that I knew it would be hot as hell once they agreed to the deal.
And O. M. G. Was it hot!
So sexy, so dirty and so raw… I’m actually kind of jealous.
Then come the feelings (not mine, the characters)
“There’s so much more to Brody than he lets people see. And I adore every part…”
It was easy to see that these two were perfect for each other and I’m so happy they pulled their heads out and took a chance at their HEA.
Off to read Rule Makers now- I hope I get to read more about these two in the next book because I feel like there is more left to discover about these wonderful characters
Easy to read, hard to put down and fucking delicious thanks Laura Lee for another fab read!
OMG first I have to say that this series is getting better and better with each book. This is the second book in the series and I have to say that I loved this one more than the first because HOLY HADES does Laura know how to write from a mans perspective. I have never ever laughed so damn hard in my life but this book is so damn funny I was laughing so hard I was crying.
Brody is the man and lord have mercy he is something else. He is a play boy like no ones business. He is a one night kind of guy and moves on. That is until one night he and his friends do something stupid that lands him in the emergency room staring at one gorgeous woman and tells her exactly why he is there in the emergency room and man oh man is it one hilarious and wild story.
After leaving the emergency room he and the gorgeous nurse Rainey become friends. But as time goes on Brody wants her and doesn’t understand why he has slept with her yet. But Rainey is no fool and she has had a bad experience in a relationship so she is cautious and keeps things platonic between them until one day all their bantering and flirting lands them in bed. Once they sleep together things change for them but is it for the better or for the worse you decide! This is a must read for all romance lovers out there!
Good read