GradenFour years ago, my buddy’s dying words to me were to watch out for his little sister.I did what he asked from afar, and when she graduated and got a job teaching kindergarten, I asked her to “housesit” for me since I’m hardly ever home when I’m working on the oil rig.But now I’m injured and have to recuperate at home, and my extra-curvy housesitter is anything but safe from me.She’s the … is anything but safe from me.
She’s the homebody type. She’ll make some man an excellent wife someday, be a good mother. She likes taking care of people. It would be wrong AF to take her the way I want to, but it would feel so right.
When she comes to me for advice about how to get a boyfriend and how to keep him, I’m done playing her silent guardian.
I’ll teach her everything she needs to know about pleasing a man—me.
She says all she’s ever really wanted to do was be a mama. And now I can’t stop thinking of putting my baby in her belly.
Author’s Confession: This story is trope soup and I loved every minute of writing it. Don’t believe me? Older man/ younger woman. First time. Roommates. Older brother’s best friend. BBW heroine. Alpha real man hero. Guardian/Ward. Breeding romance.
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Brill Harper is hands-down the most brilliant wordsmith in the business. The phrases she uses, the word pictures she paints, and the characters she creates are clever, original, witty, and heartwarming all at once. I have absolutely loved each of the previous Blue Collar Bad Boys more than a simple review can say, but even so this one is that much better. As the author admits, she included just about every trope imaginable (except amnesia) and she knitted them all together into a masterpiece story.
Graden is 100% alpha caveman who is convinced he has nothing to offer any woman beyond an amazing time in bed. Rebecca is the first woman to make him even want to offer something more, and his journey to realizing that is a joy to behold. Rebecca, for all her innocence, knows exactly what she wants but she’s no doormat; she’s not going to allow anyone – not even the caveman of her dreams – to crush her sense of self. Their chemistry is allowed to heat up slowly, but when it finally combusts it results in probably the hottest series of love scenes I’ve read this year. Quite a feat for a short novella-length story, but like I said, Ms. Harper is a genius with wordplay. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Sometimes you need something short and spicy, this fits that perfect. It was funny and hot. An easy binge book/series. It’s very tropey but it all works well together. The body positivity in Drilled was wonderful. It’s nice seeing books with women that are described as soft and curvy.
This one was my favorite of the series so far. More story less bedroom antics. It’s still steamy, but there was more to it. Loved it.
Audio Review: Drilled (Blue Collar Bad Boys, Book 3) by: Brill Harper (Author), Candace Childs (Narrator)
To be honest I knew what I was walking into when I decided to take a chance on Drilled. Harper is not really known for her subtlety. However, I was pleasantly surprised. Rebecca and Graden sent hormones in the obvious direction, yet Harper gave a hint of a yank on the heartstrings and Childs dove in for the kill. Brill Harper and Candace Childs make a great team. Rebecca and Graden prove themselves to be a hot match.
So hot! Some great steamy scenes and verbal foreplay! I loved the on fire chemistry between them. The hero was described so yummily! Really loved his character as well. Not sure why she was so mad but glad for the happy ending. The narrator was very good and enjoyable.
This book had everything you would want for a best friend’s sister romance and so much more! Listening to the struggle and the way that these two came together was so much fun. This is a definite listen for those who want a quick romance without missing out on any of the good stuff.
RebeccaGraden! Great Story & Audible ListenSweet & Hot 4.5 Stars
Drilled
Blue Collar Bad Boys, Book 3
By: Brill Harper
Narrated by: Candace Childs
This is my first Brill Harper book and I enjoyed it very much. The interesting storylines are original and well written, they captivated me from start to end. The characters are complex and well developed. This is Rebecca and Graden’s story. Rebecca is a kindergarten teacher lives in who lives in Graden’s condo on the premise that he needs someone to stay there while he is away working on the pipeline. Graden was good friends with Rebecca’s brother and he promised him he would take care of her before he passed away. He had been doing so from a distance, making sure she had everything she needed in life. A work injury brings Graden back home to his condo and he finds himself falling for Rebecca but he tries to keep his distance, then she asks him to teach her to get a man. Feelings come out, lines get crossed and all goes well until it doesn’t. I liked how their story played out, this may be a novella sized book but Brill Harper fit a lot of story into it. There is never a dull moment, it has plenty of drama, angst and some hot romance. Thank you for this great story and the emotional rollercoaster ride.
I listened to the Audible edition, Candace Childs does a great job narrating, she brings the characters and their story to life from the pages to your ears. She is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. That you for this great listen
This is a great short story! It is a best friend little sister trope. Which I love! The two MC are wonderful. First we have Graden. He is a big sexy alpha male and not into relationships. But once he sees his best friends little sis all grown up. He might need to change his mind. I thought I had this guy figured out but I was totally wrong once the end came. I am impressed with him. He really changed for the better. Rebecca is curvy, smart and likes her roommate too much. I enjoyed these two characters. There was an element of hotness between them. You could feel it when they were in a room together. There is a secret between them. The question is will it break them apart or bring them closer.
This is a first time author for me. She is right it is full of tropes. But they fit well together. I enjoyed listening to this short read. The narrator did a good job keeping me interested and focused on the story.
Drilled
Blue Collar Bad Boys, Book 3
By: Brill Harper
Narrated by: Candace Childs
What a fantastic listen! This may be short, but it’s chock full of every trope that I love. Rebecca is Graden’s best friend’s sister whom he has been watching over for 4 years. After the death of his best friend, he has been keeping his promise of making sure Rebecca is happy and safe. Now roommates, they are attracted to each other, but neither one knows it. And the fun begins. From shopping to going out, to intimacy, to pregnancy, this story has a little bit of everything. Though short, Harper Brill always makes it feel like we know everything we need to. We feel what they do, and enjoy the journey. Rebecca and Graden are easy to relate to, it’s a fun listen. Candace Childs brings it all to life with her enthusiastic and emotional voices. We could enjoy every feeling with her portrayal and gave us a wonderful couple of hours of entertainment.
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This is my first book by this author and it kept my attention the entire time. Beautifully written and page turning good.
Extremely sexy and sweet insta-love story just the way I love them! Brill Harper is so talented when it comes to these types of books, and I just love them to pieces…just like I loved this couple!