A best-friends-to-lovers standalone romance from New York Times bestselling author Kendall Ryan. She says she needs some help … in the bedroom.Come again? No, really come again.Sweet, nerdy, lovable Keaton. She’s my best friend and has been for years. Sure she likes numbers and math, and thinks doing other people’s taxes is fun. And I like … none of that stuff. She’s obsessed with her cat and … … none of that stuff. She’s obsessed with her cat and reads novels I’ll never understand, and yet we just click. There’s no one I’d rather share breakfast burritos with or binge watch hours of Netflix. She’s my person. And so when she takes off her glasses and asks me to help her improve her skills in the bedroom, I barely have to think about it.
Of course I’ll help her. There’s no one better for the job.
I’ve been there for her through everything, why should this be any different?
But what happens when she’s ready to take her new-found confidence and move on?
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Yet another 5 Star read from the very talented Kendall Ryan and in Love Machine we get to know Keaton and Slade who happen to be best friends.
Keaton spent a disastrous night at her friends bachelorette party and has now convinced herself she needs help between the sheets and she can’t think of anyone better that her wingman Slade for the job. Slade is happy to point her in the right direction because after all Keaton is a woman who is easy on the eyes and she also happens to be his best friend but rules need to be made and the number one rule is they will still remain best friends after the lessons have finished………..
This is a brilliant stand-alone and if you love friends to lovers with a lot of hot funny banter this is a must read. I fell for Slade hook line and sinker and Keaton was the perfect partner for him, the characters have sizzling chemistry but they also have a charisma that draws you in. I couldn’t put this book down and once again I find myself saying this is the best I have read from this author well until the next book because Kendall Ryan become one of my go to authors.
If you LOVE friends to lover reads then this book is definitely a MUST read!!! Kendall books are always worth your time and Love Machine was no exception with its fun, sexy…..can’t put it down if you tried! Keaton and Slate were entertaining, hot, seducing and will have you begging for so much more. Just one-click this book right now you won’t be sorry!!!
Who does friends to lovers at its best, Kendall Ryan that’s who. We have Slate and Keaton who by far are more than besties. Slate has been there through terrible dates, betrayal and even heartache in Keaton’s life so it is no wonder how easily Slate can love her. The thing is that Keaton has also been there with Slate and knows what kind of man he is. Together these two complete each other in every way as friends but when it comes to Kendall Ryan becoming lovers is a lot more fun and sexy. Cannot wait to see what is next by Kendall Ryan.
“I received an eBook copy from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own.”
What a fun and sexy romance. Keaton, oh Keaton, she is the analytical friend that makes lists, uses spreadsheets to charter her to-dos. When she fails at giving a blow job at her friend’s bachelorette party, well, she decides she needs to find a teacher to help her improve her skills. She enlists her best friend, Slate, to help her find a good candidate. Slate has sworn off relationships, taking the approach to live and enjoy his life. He is the opposite of Keaton, spontaneous when she would make a list. As he tries to help Keaton with her problem, he realizes he doesn’t want just any guy to be her coach. So, what happens when best friends add sex into the equation? Can they keep emotions out of it? Loved the friendship between Keaton and Slate, there is a natural ease and support for each other. You feel like they need to be together but both have fear in harming this amazing friendship. Add in their scintillating sexploration sessions for a fantastic friends-to-lovers romance. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.
A charming friends to lovers romance with a nerdy, cat-loving heroine and a mischievous and fun-loving hero. I adored Slate. He was so sweet and swoony, and not afraid to take a leap for love. Highly recommend.
Slate and Keaton are amazing at being friends, even better at being friends with benefits, their chemistry is outstanding. But what will happen when one or both of them develop feelings they did not intend or expect to happen? Will their friendship survive? Will it end in heartbreak? Ah! Guess you’ll have to one-click and see what this beautiful friendship turns into.
This book was entertaining, and adorable. I could not put it down. Kendal Ryan certainly knows how to write Fun, Flirty and Sweet books.
Slate and Keaton are such a perfect couple. I wish I had a friend like that when I was young. Every next step in the story was undeniably hot between all the tenderness and friendship that was shared. Loved the way Slate’s thoughts were worked out. Well done, Ms. Ryan! is an understatement…
Keaton and Slate are good friends who believe that adding an experimental physical aspect to their relationship won’t change anything. The physical side is super hot and their friendship provides an excellent foundation to build on. I love how they can read each other’s emotions. The very real affection they feel for each other is present from the beginning. I really love how Slate comforts her when she is sad and knows what she needs and makes it happen. When a playboy realizes he is blindsided by love is always one of my favorite things. I also loved reading as Keaton’s confidence grew.
Funny read that will keep you entertained.
Friendship to love are always the best kind of stories.
fun read
I really like most of Kendalls books. Every now and again one falls kind of flat for me, but on the whole I love them and Love Machine was no exception. Fun characters and story. I blew through it! Kendall continues to be one of my favorite authors for decompressing after a heavier read.
Such a good read and page turner. Real emotions for well developed characters! She is an excellent author and writes good strong character stories that the reader can connect with the story.
Who needs sex lesson from her best friend? The main character does and they both hope their can still be friends. Of course, they end up more than that. Good read.
Enjoyable read. Light-hearted, fun, easy, and a great way to spend a few hours.
Well edited.
Keaton is feeling a little left out. Her friends are dating, engaged, or otherwise busy playing the field. After a rather embarrassing moment at her friend’s bachelorette party, she decides to engage best friend Slate as tutor to the finer points interpersonal relations. Best friends for over 10 years, they are firmly rooted in the friend zone. Nothing will change when they add a little tutoring a la benefits will it? Keaton is looking for someone to settle down with someday. Slate, burned years ago, prefers no strings fun. They can’t possibly be what the other is looking for can they?
Lots of fun. Great way to spend an afternoon. Enjoy!
A cute read. Love best friends to lovers and their connection was fantastic. Still had the conflict that adore.
This is the second book I’ve read by Kendall Ryan and she is easily becoming an author I look forward to reading. Love Machine was super fun, flirty and humorous. I loved the banter, chemistry and love between Keaton and Slade. This friends to lovers book was an easy page turner that I didn’t want to end!
Oh, I read straight through to the end. Loved it!!! I will read this again!!
I just can’t get over how Ms. Kendall Ryan can produce so many top notch stories at such a fast-paced speed. Her characters are fun and relatable and I can’t seem to ever get enough of them! The way Ms Ryan tells her story always captivates me!
I can’t even handle how adorable this book was! I love nerdy, kind of corky heroins who fall for their sexy as sin male friend, Love Machine has the personals correct but the falling was all on Slate. It’s so beyond adorably cute with its fun and banter. I love the comfortable familiar between Slate and Keaton, while they explore the heat and hunger that’s come to the forefront of their friendship.
Let me just say one more thing… the sexual chemistry or tension between Slate and Keaton is seriously through the roof. I could not get enough of them! I loved seeing their puzzle pieces fit so perfectly together. I can wait to read whatever Ms. Ryan gives us next!
I received an ARC of this book with the hope that I would leave an Unbiased Opinion. I was not required to leave a review, positive or otherwise, and my opinions are just that… my opinions.
I love me a friends to lovers story and you could just tell from the start the Slate and Keaton had a one of a kind relationship. I mean who better to help you along and help you achieve your goals than your best friend.
Slate was definitely the complete package. Good looking, funny and caring. You won’t find too many men that have all of that and aren’t looking to hook up. I was honestly surprised that Keaton hadn’t notice Slate in a different light sooner. I loved how we got to see them be comfortable and relaxed with each other as friends even as they moved into uncharted waters.
Although this was supposed to just be two friends helping each other you could could feel the shift coming. I mean honestly how could you know fall for Slate.. I was swooning over him from the start. If you are looking for a fun, sweet and sexy read you have come to the right place. I am sure this a book that Kendall Ryan fans and romance readers will absolutely adore. .