I romanced her for revenge…but what if she’s not the enemy after all? I’m Clint Holmes. I was an ambitious guy with a busy life and a growing business. Sure North Dakota wasn’t a tropical paradise, but I was happy enough—until tragedy struck. Now the only thing that matters is finding the person responsible and making her pay. But Bethany Banks is a Harvard-educated shark used to swallowing her … Harvard-educated shark used to swallowing her enemies whole while playing dangerous corporate games. How can a blue-collar oil man like me possibly beat her?
The moment I lay eyes on my beautiful nemesis, the answer is obvious. I seduce her.
On Maui, where she’s fled, I get to know the man-eater who caused my family so much pain…only to find she’s not the brazen ballbuster I assumed. She’s skittish, secretive, vulnerable. For some reason, my instinct is to protect her. I can’t abandon my plan…but I can’t stop wanting her. Night after night, I pry her open with my touch until I’m drowning in our passion. Soon, I’m questioning everything, especially the fine line between love and hate. But when the past comes back to wreak vengeance and the truth explodes, can I prove that I’m more than tempted to love her forever?
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An ambitious guy with a busy life and growing business, Clint Holmes was happy enough – until tragedy struck and now he only things that matters is making the person responsible pay. Bethany Banks is a Harvard educated shark so how can a blue-collar oil man possibly best her? The answer becomes obvious as soon as Clint lays eyes on his beautiful nemesis, but the more he gets to know the man-eater, the more he realizes she may not be the enemy he thought she was. When the past comes back to wreak vengeance and the truth explodes, Clint will have to prove that he’s more than tempted to love her forever.
This ‘More Than Words’ romance is more than suspenseful and gripping, it is a romance that is full of sweetness but one that hides sneaky emotions and truths while the characters get to know one another and open their hearts to possibilities. Clint and Beth have a sizzling awareness of each other that flows from the pages as readers become caught up in the very real emotional turmoil that plagues each of them especially with how convincing and real these characters are.
The plot is fast paced and the thrilling suspense builds throughout the plot as Clint begins to uncover the truth behind what really happened. This series revolves around the Reed family and the tragedy of selfish parents and readers couldn’t help but fall for each of the siblings and their significant others but Bethany’s story is even more powerful emotionally since she lived with the illusion of a father that came crashing down. This makes this story a powerfully mesmerizing & intensely thrilling one that readers can’t put down once they pick it up.
More Than Tempt You is the 5th book in the More Than Words Series. This is Clint Holmes and Bethany Banks story.
Maxon, Griff and Harlow’s father (Barclay Reed) was certainly prolific! Grown kids keep coming out of the woodwork! Bethany is the illegitimate daughter of no other than Barclay Reed.
Bethany is now in Maui. Her half siblings have welcomed her with open arms. Their father might be heading to jail.
Clint’s father invested with Bethany and Barclay and now his money is gone. Clint wants answers and has tracked Bethany down. Things might not add up but he ends up falling in love with Bethany but can he trust her? You will have to read More Than Tempt You to find out.
Each of the books in the More Than Words series can be read as standalones but you won’t know the whole story unless you go back and read the other books in this series! Which I highly recommend it. I have thoroughly enjoyed reading these books! 4.5 stars The next book to look forward to is More Than Pleasure You coming November 12 this year.
“She’s the enemy…and my dick doesn’t care.”
I’m really enjoying the More Than Words series and reconnecting to well-loved characters from previous books in each story is amazing. The majority of the book is from Clint’s POV and the author kept me as in the dark as he is about Bethany. I felt him falling for her, but the doubts about her being the enemy kept messing with his head… the big one.
While he struggled with his suspicions and rage regarding the tragedy that rocked his world he couldn’t deny his attraction to her. She seemed to be the opposite of what he expected a man-eater to be. He determined to infiltrate her life and get the answers he was seeking. Yes, his conscience tormented him because dishonesty is not something he believes in, but he knew she wasn’t going to just give him answers if he asked, right?
It seemed like a good idea at the time. Isn’t that something we’ve all said at some point in our lives? When faced with unrelenting lust and actual enjoyment in her company his big head battled his little had and guess which of them won? He wants her, but he knows “She’ll hate me if she learns the truth before I’m ready to tell her.” So, of course, I worried right along with him that she would discover his plans and all would be lost.
As you can imagine, I nibbled my nails to nubs one minute and had to turn up the A/C the next. I enjoyed the hell out of every step of their journey and was sad to turn the final page. I wasn’t ready for the goodness to end…sigh. I’m excited to report that More Than Pleasure You is coming in November, so be sure to add it to your TBR. The line forms here…
I have been enjoying this series and I keep thinking THIS is my favorite but then the next book in the series comes out and I think well THIS IS MY FAVORITE and that is what I am saying again because this book was AMAZING!
There is something about an enemy-to-lover romance that really calls to me but this was more than that because Bethany didn’t know Clint, she knew his father, so the enemy part was one sided and that made it more intriguing.
There has been a common thread between all of the books, all of the Reed siblings dislike their father, Barclay Reed, but none more so than Bethany and believe me when I tell you she has every reason to not only dislike her father but to downright hate him.
Clint had my heart from the very beginning, anyone in his shoes would want revenge, it’s a normal reaction and emotion but few people would actually go ahead and peruse it.
Clint and Beth had an instant chemistry one they both fought, although for different reasons, but it was stronger than either of them and they finally gave in to it and boy oh boy talk about overheating your kindle!
I listened to the AUDIOBOOK of this story and LOVED it. Narrator, Christian Fox, did a wonderful job bringing this story to life. You never had to guess who was talking during the dual POV because he had a different voice infliction for each so you knew exactly who’s POV it was.
Each of the books in this series can be read as a standalone but I would recommend reading them in order that way you get the full impact of the running thread that connects each of the books and it will not spoil anything for you. Happy Reading!!!
The More Than Words series has been absolutely fantastic and book number 5, More Than Tempt You was another fantastic addition.
Clint Holmes has led a fairly happy life. He has been working towards developing his family’s oil business so it goes above and beyond where it has ever been. Tragedy strikes when he looses his dad and he wants to get answers immediately no matter how he has to get them.
Bethany Banks winds up being that enemy he needs to get his answers from. She is absolutely stunning and so his plan goes into motion. He wants to uncover the secrets that he is so desperately seeking and at every turn he finds it harder and harder to believe that she could be apart of the crimes that have taken place. The woman he is discovering is completely different than the one he has expected.
These two have a rollercoaster of a ride together and it is one absolutely worth reading. Shayla Black will give you all the feels with this read and I highly suggest diving in!
More Than Tempt You by Shayla Black is book 5 in the More Than Words series. This is Bethany Banks and Clint Holmes’s story.
The underlying thread that runs in this read is loss, revenge, betrayal, sins of the father, and forgiveness. This has a bit of the twist to the enemies to lovers theme – Clint is desperate for answers to what caused his father’s death and the destruction of his/their business. He believes the person responsible for their problems and the cause is Bethany so he sets out to( with the help of a new fake identity) to make sure Bethany pays for the destruction she and her boss( aka father) caused his family but what happens when Clint finds out Bethany is just is as much a victim, if not more so than him ? By now he has fallen head over heels in love with her and she doesn’t know she started off as just a means to an end.
Will Clint be able to get Bethany, their HEA and closure ?
This is an emotional, powerful, moving read about loss, betrayal, revenge and being able to let go while embracing love. The story is full-bodied, great characters, steamy and has great feels. Loved the heat and rollercoaster ride of emotions that alwsys come with a Shayla Black romance read. I can’t wait for the next book.
My Rating: 4.7 stars *******
Shayla Black can write some seriously great words. I can always count on her books to pull me out of a reading funk. This book is no exception. The characters are complex, yet perfectly flawed and relatable. The story line is filled with twists and turns that suck you in from page one. The swoon worthy moments and passion filled scenes lights up the pages with serious heat. This is one you don’t want to miss. I don’t want to give anything away, but Clint is one that won’t steal your heart. You’ll happily give it to him. – By Cat
This is the fifth book in the More Than Words series. We met some of the family in the earlier books. This is the story of Bethany, one of Barclay Reed’s illegitimate children. She is trying to start a new life in Hawaii with her half siblings and recover from her father’s betrayal. Clint is looking for revenge. In his mind, his father’s death was directly caused by Bethany and her father in a giant scheme to steal money from their clients investment firm.
Just like the earlier books, Ms. Black helps us invest in the characters from the beginning. Despite flaws in both of them, we can’t help but continue to cheer for their relationship. I have always admired stories where the hero and heroine don’t waver in their feelings. They may have trouble staying the course and overcoming obstacles but they never give up on the love they find. I look forward to the next story!!!
Clint Holmes has led a fairly uncomplicated life continually working towards developing his family’s oil business to greater levels. Then a catastrophe hits him personally and he is left devastated. The only thing that keeps him going is to seek answers andthe person responsible for turning his life upside down. He did not count on his enemy being Bethany Banks. She is sexy, gorgeous and takes his breath away when he first lays his eyes on her. But he knows she is smart, savvy and has a notorious reputationfor being cutthroat and ruthless.
Clint has a plan that he hopes will uncover her secrets and lies so he can put his turmoil to rest and move on with his future. As he gets to know Bethany, he finds it hard to believe that she is the same woman that is capable of the unforgiveable crimes sheis accused of. He sees someone else entirely. Someone who is sensitive, caring and willing to share her innermost feelings with him.
Shayla Black takes us through the emotional turmoil that both Clint and Bethany face when the truth is finally revealed.
Another amazing book in the More than Words series!! Just when you think it could not get any better, it does! Clint and Bethany’s story, will draw you in from page 1. Their story makes you realize, sometimes things are not always as they seem.
Another AMAZING book by Shayla and a MUST read in my book!!
This story is so delightful!!! I am so in love with this series!! I need all the words!!!
I loved this book. Some people feel they can heal through revenge. Clint Holmes felt that way. He was sure that Bethany was responsible for the tragedy with his father. What better way to pay her back, revenge through romance.
Bethany Banks has been through the ringer herself. She’s trying to move on from her past. When Clint comes into her life, she just wants a friend. But he has a plan…
You know what they say about the best laid plans.
This is my favorite of the More Than Words series. As always Ms Shayla Black dosen’t disappoint.
More Than Tempt You is book five in the More Than Words series and this book is just as good as the first four in the series, if not better.
In this book, we have Clint and Bethany, and their whirlwind relationship, and oh wow… it is one hell of a ride.
Clint is tough, a little rough and strong, but has had some tragedy happen in his life and is left devastated, and he’s on a mission to get the woman responsible for it, he wants to see the person pay for what they’ve done to his family, it’s the only thing that is keeping him going, getting revenge on the person behind this tragedy, but once he comes face to face with this woman, he comes to realize things are not always what they seem, and what he originally had planned, has gone straight out the window.
Bethany’s side of this story has her having to deal with some hard truths in her life, after going into hiding from people who don’t like her and are out to get her, she is forced to face a lot of home truths after having to go and stay with her sibling, a place that she’s not entirely sure she even deserves to be there.
As the two get to know each other, Clint struggles to believe that this woman is even capable of all the crimes and horrible things she has done. She’s not at all what he expected and it has him conflicted. They become closer and a bond is formed, and they both realize that together they can work, they are better off together, they are more when they come together. But how can this work? How can a relationship work when it started out the way it has? Lies.
These two together are intense, they were such a delight to read about. I was completely hooked by the end of chapter one, but I had no doubt in my mind that, that would be the case. Shayla Black continues to deliver amazing books and this book is no exception and it is a perfect addition to this series. The author knows how to hold her readers’ attention and always leaves them craving more.
I loved this, I think it’s become my favorite of all the books so far to this series. I highly recommend it. Although these books can be read as standalone, you get a better understanding if read in order.
5 amazing stars!
I fell in love with More Than Tempt You! Sweet, sultry, sexy and with some amazing characters and a MUST READ plot, this story was down right succulent!
I LOVE and ADORE Shayla Black and her books. And these More Than Words series is one of my absolute favorites. But More Than Tempt you made me sigh, melt, crave and desire like no other. The story was easy to follow and the pace was just right. The romance crackled with the perfect amount of tension and made for some unforgettable scenes. Loved every moment of it!
More Than Tempt You gets a SULTRY FIVE STUNNING STARS!
I am so completely obsessed with this series! Shayla Black is one of my all time favorites and the More Than Words series is EPIC! This enemies to lovers is everything you want it to be and more! I love that most of this story was told from Clint’s POV – it made the fall that much more epic! FIVE STARS!!
I really liked this »enemies« to lover’s story. It was packed with emotion and torture for Clint as he began falling in love with Beth. To be honest Beth was (kinda) hard to get to like. She was pretty closed off but having happed to her all the things her father put her through i began to understand why she was having hard time letting Clint in.
The plot was interesting and I was enjoying myself while reading this and was sitting at the end of my seat just waiting to see when would the bubble that Clint and Beth were in, burst because it was bound to happen.
I was really happy with the ending of the story. For a minute there I thought there was no coming back from everything that happened but Shayla Black gave us HEA that both of MC’s deserved.
***Review copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads Blog***
More Than Tempt You is book number five in Shayla Blacks More Than Words series and this story is my favorite! She always manages to put together a book filled with memorable characters and interesting storylines.
Never judge a book by its cover or a girl by her father!
While trying to seek revenge for his fathers sudden investment fallout and death, Clint finds out that there is so much more to Bethany than he first suspected. She is kind and thoughtful, not the deceitful, money stealing woman he initially assumed and to top it all off, he is attracted to her. Now, he has to figure out what she did or didn’t know about the stolen money and what to do about his feelings towards her without losing her in the end.
After a tragedy strikes, Clint is set on proving that Bethany is heartless and has helped her father steal money from a lot of people, including his dad. He sets out with a plan to get her to confess everything she has done. However, once he meets her and spends time with her, he is starting to have some serious doubts. Bethany has gone to stay with her siblings in Hawaii to try and wrap her head around what happened as she had no ide what her dad was up to. She meets Clint when he hires on as a bartender at the bar she is working at and sparks fly. What will happen when she finds out why Clint is there? Can they overcome the lies and misunderstandings between them or will they both let the best thing to happen to them walk away?
More Than Tempt You by Shayla Black is book 5 in the More Than Words Series. This is the story of Bethany Banks and Clint Holmes. I have read the previous book but I do feel if you want you can make this a standalone book. I really have enjoyed the previous books so you might not want to miss out. This book has the underline theme of revenge by the hero Clint who feels that Beth may be one of the people responsible for the tragedy in his life. Clint changes his identity to try to find the answers he needs but he is finding that Beth might not be all that he first thought. Beth is proving to be the total opposite of the harsh cutthroat women he thinks committed these unforgivable crimes against him and his family. Beth is trying to deal with learning some harsh realities along with getting away from people that are out to do her in. When she meets a man who she feels has brought so needed joy to her but what will she do when she learns that he isn’t what he seems.
Their story was a page turner for me…big fan of Ms. Black’s writing.
I received a free copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads, so here is my review.
Clint Holmes has lost his father to a heart attack. That happened after he found out all the money he had invested was now gone. Stolen by the investment firm that was suppose to be on his side. Now Clint is after the one person left that took his father from him, Bethany Banks.
Bethany Banks is trying to get past the sins of her father. She thought he was the one she could trust and now she is learning that he was only out to save himself. He used her to get big money clients to invent in the firm, used her to be the face of the firm and used her love to make him seem like a good guy.
Clint’s buddy find Bethany working at a bar in Maui, but she is going by Beth. But she is the same girl. Now Clint is working at the same bar and will get close to her to find the answers he is looking for. And then he will seek his revenge for the death of his father.
Will Clint seek his revenge without falling for Bethany? Can Bethany convince Clint she did not do all the things he thinks she did? Will the be able to have a future together after all the hurt?
While Clint is out for revenge, Bethany is sheltered from her past and doesn’t share with anyone. But you can understand why with what her father made her do. Who does she trust or can she trust.
I love this series and love Shayla Black, she has a way to make you love her writing and her stories. So sit back and enjoy this series for yourself.
**Wicked Reads Review Team**