A TOP 100 AMAZON BESTSELLERFrom USA Today Bestseller Ava Harrison comes a new STANDALONE romance.I had it all.Dream job, fancy apartment, great family. But there was one thing I didn’t have. Would never have. Then he showed up.Rich. Arrogant. Condescending.He came to me with an ultimatum, and I had no choice but to agree. I needed to convince the world that I was Nathaniel Harrington’s girlfriend … world that I was Nathaniel Harrington’s girlfriend so his legacy would stay intact.
Spending time with him would be difficult.
And fooling the world would be even harder.
But persuading my heart into thinking that his kisses meant nothing and that his gentle touches were all in my head, would be impossible.
I was falling for him.
But fate had other plans.
Our time was limited.
Because I knew the truth.
A truth that would end us.
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Bloody hell, Intention by had me bawling my eyes out. It was a heartbreakingly beautiful, enemies-to-lovers romance.
Nathaniel Harrington III started out at the rich, playboy who would never grow up. He had no care no care in the world until his legacy was on line. Madeline Montgomery was a hard-working workaholic who lived and breathed her work. Put these two in the room together and the fun begins.
I absolutely loved how they drove each other crazy in the beginning especially since Nathaniel loved getting on her nerves. And as the they got to know each other, the line between pretending to be lovers crossed over to a real connection that magnified their chemistry. But when things got too real, decisions about the future needed to be made.
My heart goes out to Madeline who had me crying ugly tears. Ava Harrison did an amazing job in handling such a delicate matter. And Nathaniel, who finally grew up, became a man who was just as honorable as his grandfather who started the legacy.
Intention by author Ava Harrison is moving, compelling, and so heartfelt. Although quick to spark, get ready for a slow, steady burn in this enemies to lovers romance. Throw in an interoffice and fake relationship, coupled with a strong and sizzling connection, and you have an irresistibly delightful read. The main character’s banter is on point and utterly enjoyable. Their undeniable tension and chemistry is palpable and so worth the read.
I absolutely loved Madeline’s character. She’s fierce, loyal, driven, and protective of those she loves. Nathaniel is sexy, stubborn, and wild. He’s living in a dream world enjoying the luxuries of a posh life, while Madeline is firmly rooted to the ground with goals and structure. When Nathaniel is forced to come down to reality, their worlds collide, and sparks inevitably fly. Will these two let the embers burn, or stomp out the fire for good? Because you certainly can’t fall for someone you hate, right?
I absolutely enjoyed both the fun and humorous side to Intention, as well as the serious and emotional scenes. Author Ava Harrison gives us the perfect marrying of playfulness to angst. Her play on Neverland was cleverly done and added so much to the story. If you’re looking for a fun, yet emotional enemies to lovers romance, with a slow burn, one-click Intention by Ava Harrison today!
I had it all. Dream job, fancy apartment, great family. But there was one thing I didn’t have. Would never have.
Then he showed up.
I really enjoyed this book, the story line was emotional, different and addictive, the characters were so likable with a wonderful chemistry together and the sex was hot. I found this book very informative about a medical subject that is not often discussed and the love that these two characters had for each other just oozed from the pages.
WOW!!! Ava Harrison has definitely given us one sexy read that just keeps giving!! Her characters Nathaniel, a sexy and very rich executive comes into Madeline’s life by buying the company that she is in charge of. Needing to make a point, Nathaniel takes over her office and the friction begins! Their bantering and sizzling chemistry is captivating. I fell for them both and found myself reading well into the night. They make a pact to pretend they are a couple to appease the board of directors and his grandfather, of course this causes all kinds of issues and sparks. I loved the believable story line and the incredibly life like characters!! Ava gives you just enough angst and sexy times to keep you churning with anticipation! I highly recommend this book. AVA NAILED IT!!
A fun story that was also honest and heartbreaking. Enemies to lovers and fake relationship tropes are some of my favorites, and this one didn’t disappoint. I appreciated that the ending went the way it did, rather than what I think of as the typical ‘Hollywood’ ending.
Intention is a entertaining listen. The narrative is captivating and the characters are compelling. With a perfect epilogue to put the icing on the cake.
Shane East, Andi Arndt brought more to the story and the characters.
Peter Pan and his Tink
I wanted to love this book, but I didn’t. Not to say I didn’t enjoy it, there were just certain elements which fell flat for me.
It took me a long time to warm to the characters and when I did, I still found myself getting frustrated with the back and forth between them. I completely understand why Madeline kept sacrificing her own happiness due to the circumstances, but it also just ultimately got irritating towards the end, especially her keeping the truth from basically everyone.
The elements of the story I did enjoy was the banter between Nathaniel and Madeline towards the beginning of the book, the slow burn and the love to hate relationship. After that, things weren’t the same and I had a hard time with some of the inconsistencies in Nathaniel’s character and background. I’ll be honest, as a Brit, it wasn’t exactly believable that he grew up in England.
That said, I didn’t not like this book and I’m pleased to see they got their happy ending.
Great book!
I enjoyed it. Fun to read.
Wow! Just w-o-w! This story had me all kinds of emotional. Nathaniel and Madeline were just so freaking entertaining! I loved their banter through the whole story. The way that their personalities meshed together was so much fun to watch! The emotional content was off the charts awesome! I cried 5 times! 5. Different. Times!!!! I honestly think that I could have been happy reading more about them. I loved them as a couple and I loved them as a team! Totally worth 5 stars!!!
Once again, I’m left breathless by the story Ava Harrison has given us. Madeline and Nathaniel gave me all the feels. These two were perfect for one another, even though they didn’t start out on the best of terms. The banter, chemistry and connection between them was ridiculous and I was on the edge of my seat waiting for them to give into those feelings that they both knew were there. And when they did, it did not disappoint! While their relationship started out under false pretenses, it did grow naturally and organically into something real, deep, and meaningful that they wouldn’t ever be able to walk away from. When love is real and worth it, nothing else matters, even the things you thought were important your entire life.
Be prepared to go on an emotional and captivating ride in this modern-day Peter Pan inspired tale. Easily one story that I won’t be able to ever forget.
Nathaniel learns that his cousin is trying to take his legacy from him and his grandfather tells him that the only way to show the board he can takeover is to prove it, so he buys a company, thinking that will be enough.
Madeline and Nathaniel don’t have the best start, she wants him out of the office and to be a silent partner, while Nathaniel pushes her buttons and calls her Tink. Madeline knows that Nathaniel is more than gorgeous and being in the same office space could end up being a bad idea, while Nathaniel thinks Madeline is sexy when she’s mad but it’s also dangerous for him.
Nathaniel thinks that it will be enough to show the board, until his grandfather says he needs a wife, they need to know he’s serious and going to start a family like his cousin. Knowing he needs someone that will see it as a business transaction he knows Madeline would be perfect.
Madeline can’t believe what Nathaniel wants, she has to pretend to be his girlfriend or he’s going to ruin the company, realising she doesn’t have a choice she agrees.
They both say they didn’t want more, but neither counted that on the feelings they would have, they both have their reasons why it can’t happen, and Madeline knows his legacy means everything to Nathaniel and she would stop him having that. Will they work out what they have is worth more.
5 ’Neverland’ Stars
You can say I’m deep down in that rabbit hole again. Why? Because Ava Harrison graced us with a new book and I’m literally obsessed. Again. She left me high on emotions with absolution last year – best book of the year, by the way – and in·ten·tion is a closed second when it comes to my favorite Harrison novels. I don’t even know what would I do if I couldn’t read her books. I think I’d be wandering around, looking for the missing piece of my soul.
As for in·ten·tion… This story is all kind of amazing. It’s like a magnet that always brings you back to the pages. It demands your attention, but believe me, it won’t be a problem as you wouldn’t want to resist it. This book is absolutely unputdownable!
I’ve fallen deeply in love with these characters. The banters between them are fire! I loved the way they changed each other, made each other better and whole. They have stolen my heart in no time.
Nathaniel is something else. But this playboy will make you believe in fairytales again, because under the surface, he really is the Prince Charming every lady needs. Madeline is a fierce warrior. Her strength amazed me like nothing else before.
Ava Harrison brought her A-game again. Another must-read for this year!
This book had me in the feels!! I really felt the struggle that Madeline was going through even though it’s not my own. I loved everything about this book and recommend it to anyone!! Nathaniel is a perfect member of the harem!!
This was my first book by Ava, and although there are others connected with this, I found this story really easy to read as a stanalone, and I must say I really enjoyed this story, I do love a bit of a frenemies read!
Nathaniel is an arrogant playboy born into money and the heir to a rich business. He’s used to getting his own way, doing his own thing, and having whoever he wants in his bed! His Grandfather owns the business he is heir to, but the Board don’t like his playboy ways and want to see he can settle down and work. He needs to show them that he is capable and so buys a business to run, but doesn’t expect to fall for the CEO, Madeline, aka Tink – she is the opposite of everything he usually goes for – short, curvy, fierce and takes no nonsense. He likes nothing better than pushing her buttons!
Madeline lives to work, has no social life and is determined to make this company work for her best friend who runs it for here Uncle, until it gets bought out by Nathaniel. She can’t stand him!! He annoys her, deliberately goading her for reactions, yet at the same time she can’t help looking at him, she’s attracted to him but doesn’t want to be. So when he suggests a fake relationship to help him out with his legacy she agrees, but hopes she doesn’t end up falling for the playboy and having her heart broken.
Brilliant witty banter between these two with hot sizzling chemistry! It’s great to watch these two grow together, becoming friends and letting their barriers down. Madeline suffers from a horrible personal problem which later on in the book causes some quite emotional scenes – these got to me quite a bit and I can well empathise with her!!
I really enjoyed this and would highly recommend you giving this a go – I will certainly read more from Ava.
It has been a while since I have read anything by this author but this book brings back all of the reasons I fell in love with her writing before. This book was full of shenanigans, swoon worthy characters and a love hate relationship that will have you laughing one minute and cringing the next.
Nathaniel and Madeline’s story starts in the work place and ends up in the bedroom…or loo…or anywhere else they can get a moment alone. But what started as a casual and fun business agreement quickly turns into something much more. But now they are faced with true challenges and no clear way to overcome them…
I cannot express how much you need this book in your life, so go grab it now and get started. You will not regret it!
First I have to say that Ava knows how to write a book like no other. She draws you in right from the start and has you reading until the end not taking any breaks at all because you are so invested in this couple you need to see what is going to happen next. This is a boss to lovers story that will have you laughing and yelling at your kindle because you are like oh no not that no don’t do that, why are you being an arse. All those things came to mind when I was reading but I was so excited when I got to the end because that ending it was EPIC!
Nathaniel takes over the company that Madeline is working for. At first she thinks he is an arse and he is because he is guarded and protected but then something comes up and he needs a girlfriend and all he can think about is Madeline because she is perfect for the job. She is tough and no holds bar type of woman he will not be able to take advantage of so he makes her a proposal she can’t refuse.
Onle being Nathaniel’s fake girlfriend is starting to get harder with each kiss and each intimate touch because Madeline is falling for Nathaniel. He is loving and caring underneath all that hard exterior and she loves that about him. But can they be more than just friends? Can a romance blossom for real between them?
**ARC REVIEW**
This is my 1st book by Ava Harrison and it won’t be my last!!!
The dynamic between these two!!! I can’t tell you how much I truly enjoyed this read. I was giddy throughout the whole book. LOL
Madeline aka:Tink, Ice Queen is a strong will, independent beautiful women. Working to the top of the fashion industry with her friend by her side.
Nathaniel (had me at the name!!) the Playboy Millionaire, who flaunts his sexyness with the females. Has to reel it in once his Grandfather puts a halt on his life. Time for change!
Seeking full acceptance, Nathaniel decides to venture into a new business on his own, where he meets the “Ice Queen”.
Will Nathaniel be able to shatter the Queen OR Will he melt her heart?
Great Enemies to Lover Read!!! – Thank you so much for the ARC. Need to add this baby to my library.
Ava Harrison’s book have been on my Kindle for a long time, but I’ve not had a chance to read one yet due to my schedule and my endless TBR, so I knew that the only way I could get some Ava Harrison romance goodness was to sign up for an ARC, which is exactly what I did for intention: a novel – Nathaniel Harrington and Madeline Montgomery’s story.
Nathaniel and Madeline are definitely opposites in every sense of the word – his easy going, cocky, and smart-mouthed demeanor works well for this lady’s man because he’s become a pro at not taking anything too seriously – on the other hand – her structured, planned out, and work-focused lifestyle doesn’t really have time for fun and add in her insecurities and vulnerabilities and it makes sense why these two butt heads from the start.
intention: a novel brings together several romance tropes to shake up Nathaniel’s spontaneous lifestyle and Madeline’s meticulous one, which means, like it or not, they’re going to be forced together, testing their patience and their sanity.
What I enjoyed most about Nathaniel and Madeline was witnessing their growth the further into the story I delved. The fact that both of them are ‘works-in-progess’ helped me to see past some of their frustrating actions, understanding that there’s going to be some give and take as well as push and pull when people are figuring out who they really are and what they want and need for their lives, and because Nathaniel and Madeline are on opposite ends of spectrum, there no doubt will be moments of struggle and disbelief, but it’s also in those times that these two show who they truly are and what they’re willing to do for a once-in-a-lifetime connection.
Nathaniel and Madeline’s snarky exchanges and heated encounters as well as the
dual, first person POV help guide readers through the hero and heroine’s tumultuous relationship, at first, to one that seems essential to both of them despite their differing personalities, lifestyles, and outlooks.
I was glad that Ava Harrison fleshed out Nathaniel’s character, making him so much more than the arrogant playboy readers were introduced to and the fact that Harrison made it easy for female readers to connect with several of Madeline’s insecurities and flaws makes intention a great read.
4 Poison Apples
This read had it all. Heartbreak, enemies to lovers, a sexy Brit and office romance all rolled up together. These characters will have your head spinning and you’ll immediately fall in love with them.
Nathaniel is a playboy who meets his match is a short spitfire workaholic. Their chemistry is scorching and I love how they interact with each other. I laughed, cried and really enjoyed these two and their story.