An Enemies to Lovers romance from USA Today bestselling author Bella Love-Wins.Never fall for the enemy.Roman deceived her.Julianna double-crossed him.They should hate each other to the core, but neither one of them can stay away. RomanThe second his eyes met Julianna’s, he knew he was in trouble. Then she said his name out loud and everything changed. She was the enemy, and that couldn’t change … and everything changed.
She was the enemy, and that couldn’t change easily. Their families had been feuding since before either of them was born.
When the diamond deal of a lifetime fell into their families’ laps, with the condition that only one family would be left standing, he was sure this was it. He had a chance to make a name for himself and step out from under his father’s control.
There was just one problem.
He’d signed up to seduce, deceive and lay waste to Julianna’s heart.
Plans were already set in motion.
Once she found out, it would ruin her.
It was a terrible idea to crave her.
But he did.
Now, he’s the one can’t let go. Now, he’s in too deep.
Julianna
The first time she saw Roman from across the room, she knew.
The tall, dark, and possessive alpha wanted to own her.
Those intense blue eyes told her everything.
She just didn’t expect their chemistry to be off the charts.
But he was sure to despise her once he discovered the truth: that two could play the game he’d started in the boardroom.
Julianna was no fool. She knew the art of the double-cross, and saw Roman’s cocky tricks — and his generous package — coming at her from a mile away.
Now, she’s about to find out that sometimes, faking it turns into something real.
An intensely sinful full-length standalone romance. Hate to Crave You is a modern spin on Romeo and Juliet, with twists, turns, and a happily ever after ending that’ll steal your heart, from Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author, Bella Love-Wins.more
Great characters. Sparks galore. Plenty of surprises. Bella Love-Wins knocks the enemies-to-lovers theme to the moon and back in Hate to Crave You. Don’t miss it!
Oh mercy me did Bella do a fantastic job in writing this book. I couldnt put it down the whole time it kept me turning pages to see what hapoened next, since their families are rivalies the suspense was killing me. The main character’s Roman & Julianna were amazing together their chemistry was through the roof and the secondary character’s were too funny I’m hoping they get their own story as well especially Julianna’s brother Joseph i want to know why he is like he is. I would definitely recommend picking up this book it is soo worth it.
This is my unbiased opinion and my review.
This story has everything, suspense, hot sex, drama, betrayal, deception, secrets, twists and turns, off the charts chemistry and a happy every after.
Bella Love-Wins never lets us down! A great read.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.
Roman and Julianna’s story was an excellent twist on a favorite! The decisions they were forced to make made this a tale so amazing, and their romance, although it was no doubt filled with angst, was not to be denied. Awesome!
Roman and Julianna met when they were young and in hospital, Julianna was alone, but it was when she cried, he decided to be her friend. When their parents arrive to see them Roman’s parents decided to move him to a private room, as much as he tried to argue he was moved.
Roman and Julianna help with their father’s business and with a major deal coming up they both know they have to be the first one to get it.
Roman saw Julianna as a drug, he wanted from the minute he saw her. and he was going to consume her. Roman knew they weren’t the children they once were, as she slept in his bed, he knew they were both adults in the cutthroat world, he knew it was too late to undo what he had done. While Julianna knew she hadn’t made anyone do anything.
Julianna let’s Roman know what happened was business, and what they have is personal until he decides it isn’t.
Can Julianna and Roman stop the family feuding, any other way there will be a winner and a looser, or will they lose their own chance at happiness.
~ Fueling the feud ~
Having met initially as mere children, Julianna Castle and Roman Montrose (check out the initials, folks, à la Romeo and Juliet) were admitted to a Swiss hospital at the same time. They were placed in isolation in the same room, where they spent time bonding in friendship. Many years later, they meet once again, but this time accompanied by their jewelry empire fathers for a business discussion, for which the dangling carrot was the purchase of a third company looking to focus in another direction. And netting this company will propel the buyers to even greater value and fortune. Needless to say, both Roman and Julianna are pitted against each other to acquire this company…at all costs!
The chemistry between them as adults was instantaneous and steamy, which blurred the lines between business and pleasure. Even though business was supposed to be their focus, they each still had a vital role in this game to play. But when hearts get involved, it may be game over for one or both in the end!
When Roman Montrose was a child going to a school in Switzerland he met a girl named Julianne in the hospital there and the two became friends until his parents arrived and the two were separated.
Julianna Castle works for her family’s jewelry dynasty and is trying to make her own mark within the company. Now her family is pitted against Montrose Jewelers for control of some mines that will make either company more profitable.
When Roman and Julianna meet up for drinks he reminds her about their past but do both of them have a hidden agenda for meeting?
Will they be able to trust each other or are their families issues going to cause too much tension and difficulties?
This was a great book about family tension in the business world when two competing families are both after the same thing.
I really liked both Roman and Julianna but I was curious to see what was going to happen between them and work. The sexual tension between the two of them was through the roof and I was surprised how fast everything happened. Yet I was never sure who was playing who!
I loved how things played out between them and I was shocked at some of the twists that came up and I loved how I never knew what was going to happen next!
I knew there had to be something deep that caused so many issues between the parents and I was not disappointed or surprised!
I loved the end with Moira and Julianna and how they worked everything out and I was not surprised at Roman’s initial reaction!
The end was great and I look forward to more from this author!
Roman and Julianna met when they were children. The couple’s families are enemies in business. They each have family business at stake but can’t get over their attraction for each other. A modern day take on Romeo and Juliet that I very much enjoyed reading. Another great read from this author.
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This was my first read by Bella and I thoroughly enjoyed it!! It has a great story line, lots of drama and some hot sexy scenes, well worth the read!!
Roman and Julianna meet in a hospital ward when they are 11 and 6 respectively. Both sets of parents are fierce competitors in the jewelry business and there is a massive family feud between them that started before their children were born.
They meet again 18 years later sat across the boardroom table from each other, both bidding for their respective families for technology and mines that will take their family to the top of the jewelry business. The chemistry and sparks between Roman and Julianna are instant, they are fiercely attracted to each other despite being from rival families. Unable to keep away from each other, try as they might, they have to try and keep their relationship away from their families, knowing just how much hurt this would cause if they were ever found out.
A good and interesting story that really held my attention!! I loved Julianna and how strong and fierce she could be in business, yet able to allow herself to revel in her emotions with Roman, who was all alpha hot and sexy!! Plenty of angst and drama in the story to keep you on the edge of your seat with lots of hot sexiness, fire and passion between Julianna and Roman. Well worth the read.
This is a modern day Romeo and Juliet story, and as Roman and Julianna’s relationship moves from enemies / lovers, the chemist between them is explosive. This is a wonderful story which is beautifully written, and is an intense, emotional, and steamy read. I have read all of this authors’ work, and I think this one is my favourite to-date. This author gives her heart and soul into her characters, and this all leads to a captivating page turner, which had me hooked and intrigued throughout. I always highly recommend this talented authors’ work for all readers, and look forward to reading more from her.
This is almost like a modern day Romeo and Juliet, but it is two families that are both the top in the jewelry business, and it is so much better. This is the story of Julianna and Roman. Bella Love-Wins has worked her writing magic again. One, it is a wonderful story that pulls you into it, and you do not want to put it down. Second, the chemistry between Julianna and Roman is off the top, and it is steamy hot. I highly recommend this book.
It was very easy to fall for this star-crossed lovers romance. The attraction, chemistry and affection between these two is so strong, but the rivalry betwixt their families causes major obstacles and pain filled complications that firmly stand in the way of them ever getting even a shot at a HEA. A very enjoyable and entertaining read.
A wonderfully written story about two people caught in the middle of their families drama that happened long before they were even around. Juliana and Roman are two people who once met when they were six and eleven at a hospital. Roman hears their fathers arguing but doesn’t know why. He leaves without ever finding out what becomes of the little girl he befriended. Years later they meet again across a boardroom as adults. Turns out their fathers are in the same business and appear to be bitter rivals. What happens after they meet again is the heart of the story. This book is a roller coaster of a read. There is the mystery of why the fathers do not like one another when at one time they were actually friends, the sense of betrayal when it comes to the competition to win a lucrative bid, as well as the fact that Juliana and Roman are falling fast and hard for one another and want to keep their personal life private from business as well as their families for the time. I really enjoyed how even through all the drama the two are able to hold onto the bond they have and are able to put their happiness above all else. This is a wonderfully written book and I highly recommend it. Loved the HEA!
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Can love overcome a thirty year family feud? Julianna Castle and Roman Montrose are giving it their best shot in Hate to Crave You. From the moment their eyes meet in the boardroom it’s inevitable that they will be together but their families are business rivals and enemies. There’s a huge deal on the line and only one of these family dynasties can be the winner. Can their relationship withstand the fallout? Will family pressure break them apart?
I loved the characters. Julianna and Roman are peers and equally matched, only briefly engaging in subterfuge at the beginning of this book. The love scenes are full of passion and fire. The plot is interesting, the writing is great. I really enjoyed this book a lot. 4.5 stars.
I am voluntarily reviewing an advance reader copy of this book.
STUNNINGLY emotive, better than a fine wine, “HATE TO CRAVE YOU” is a MUST-BUY!
It is official, I am in love with the writing of Bella Love-Wins! Her name is firmly in the top 10 of the “FAVORITE AUTHORS” list, because no matter the trope, her romances are action-packed, sizzling, and emotive, with amazing characters and a prose so easy to read, I fall into the novels and do not re-appear until the last word is read. “HATE TO CRAVE YOU” is no exception to this pattern, it is WONDERFUL. While I am not advocating that all romance readers follow my lead in abdicating responsibilities to read, I am STRONGLY SUGGESTING, in my best Alpha baritone that romance lovers RUN to your reading devices and get author Bella Love-Wins latest, “HATE TO CRAVE YOU” as soon as possible! It is STUNNING! Julianna is the strong female lead who in knowing herself is able to do what she needs to protect her father and their business, recognizing her choices may cost her the love of her life. Roman, who has been half in love with Julianna since she was six may never recover from what he sees as Julianna’s betrayal. Their compassion, chemistry, and competition is real, and off the charts explosive. Fair warning, readers may need a tissue or two. Will Julianna and Roman be able to weather the storm? Will they brave it together, or will BUSINESS forge an impenetrable wedge between them? This one is a MUST-READ, ladies! While I was given a copy of “HATE TO CRAVE YOU” to prepare this honest voluntary review, I plan to purchase a copy to place in my Kindle’s FAVORITES Collection! I STRONGLY RECOMMEND you purchase a copy of “HATE TO CRAVE YOU” today. You will savor it! Happy pages!