Tidus Payne is as smooth as whiskey, as dangerous as a lit match, and sexier than a midnight mistake.He’s the sort of man who’d drink the devil under the table and then stick around Hell for more fun.He’s rough. He’s rude. He’s un-redeemable.And Tidus is the only mechanic within twenty miles. If I want to get my food truck fixed in time for the annual Beef Brisket Backyard Brawl-B-Que, we’ve … Brisket Backyard Brawl-B-Que, we’ve gotta play nice. That means no fighting, no flirting, and no falling for the man who would be my sexiest regret.
He says he’s done bad things, wants nothing more than to get me in bed, and promises he’ll break my heart.
But Tidus hides a shocking secret that will change everything…
If it doesn’t destroy him first.
Wanting him is wrong.
Helping him is worse.
Some men burn through their second chances.
This one set my world on fire.
Roughneck is a sexy, laugh-out loud, stand-alone romance from Wall-Street Journal Bestselling Author Sosie Frost. Love stand-alone romances set in a connected universe? The Payne Brothers are sexy, deliciously tempting, and, like a real family–they can’t stand each other. Fortunately, these small-town women know how to handle their men. Hearts will heal, one romantic comedy at a time.
Roughneck is a complete standalone! This BWWM Romantic Comedy is 100% safe, contains no cheating or cliffhangers, and is guaranteed a heart-warming Happily Ever After.
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Tidus is another Payne brother with demons. His are just as bad as his brothers’, if not worse. He’s sober now and not enjoying it, he has a lot of self doubt and doesn’t particularly like himself much, doesn’t think he’s deserving of anything good in his life. And then Honey crashes her way into his life and irrevocably changes him and the course of his life.
Will he allow Honey in? Bring down some of his walls and let Honey see the real him? And what about when she tries to tell him how she feels about him, how much she sees the good in him that he doesn’t see?
I liked Honey and Tidus’ story but I have to admit that Tidus’ negative view of himself was a major downer. I’m honestly not sure how Honey put up with all the doom and gloom he seemed to bring. Aside from his twisted view of himself, though, I found Roughneck and entertaining and sexy story. I can’t wait for more Paynes and co.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book. When Honey suddenly bumped into Tidus’ rear a story of back and forth dialogues, that are literally shot at you, is about to start. Never ever did the two of them think of falling for each other as they just seem too different. But stranger things happend… So, will they find their way to each other? Will Honey make it to her original destination? Will Tidus turn his life around and get back into business? A lot of questions, that you’ll get the answer to after reading this awesome Payne-style-book.
Tidus is the bad boy of the Payne brothers. Honey is determined to make her business work and when her death-trap of a van rear-ends another vehicle, she meets Tidus, only to find out that he is the only mechanic in town. This is a well written flawless story which is hilarious, sweet, fun and an all round entertaining read with a tad angst and drama thrown into the mix. I was totally captivated throughout this addictive page turner, and I recommend for all.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
What a great read! Titus and Honey are funny, smart, sexy and have that fabulous slow sizzle. Titus is the town mechanic and quite a broken down man. He is a product of his environment . He was a troubled boy that grew into a man that feels he doesn’t deserve a chance at retribution . He hides his feelings behind his sarcasm and sexual innuendos. Honey she literally crashes into Titus’s life. She is just about to pave her way in the food truck business with her family’s famous BBQ when an unfortunate accident happens. When they meet it is a battle of wits and Honey is quite the adversary for Titus. It becomes a cat and mouse game and Honey definitely needs Titus the mechanic and she soon realizes their is so much more to the rough exterior. Titus has never met someone as genuine and sweet as Honey but she is also just as sassy as her BBQ and will not cave to his advances !
Loved their banter and how they both saw what the other needed !!!
~~Michele McMullen ~~
What can you say about Tidus Payne? You will love him and hate him!! He is infuriatingly self destructive, but still you want to save him. This story is deep, sad, beautiful and very sexy. It is a love story and a story of redemption. I cant wait for the next book in the series!
Roughneck is the latest and greatest stand alone story by Sosie Frost. A feeling of excitement unlike any other is experienced every time I pick up a story by this author. Roughneck ticked all the boxes and then some. The level of quality evident in each story is a testament to the passion this author feels for her craft. The characters are imperfectly and unapologetically flawed. They are sensual, sexy, sassy and sweet, all rolled into a well executed package.
Tidus, the tall glass of hotness and everything bad for you, but oh so irresistible was a delight to get to know. His brutally rough brashness was a treat to witness. His attraction to his leading lady is portrayed crudely, but honestly.
This style of writing is one I cannot get enough of, and got beyond excited when a book is released. This one comes highly recommended. 5 stars.
Butterpond high jinx, characters with sass, slow-burn chemistry to combustion
Roughneck by Sosie Frost is the forth book in the Payne Brothers series. She has once again transported readers to this wonderful, wacky place known as Butterpond. Between the utterly spectacular and hilarious display of Honey’s misfortune and Tidus’s compulsion to aggravate, the push and pull between these two is fascinating, captivating and destined to spontaneously combust.
Tides and Honey’s flirting is cute, sweet, and quirky creating the sexy banter I expect from this author. It was so fun to read, and at times found myself laughing out loud. This book will pull your heartstrings as often as a chuckle. Honey and her innocence, drive and sass drew me in immediately while Tidus made me roll my eyes, smirk and feel his pain.
Overall, another fantastic book by this author that has brought another HEA to the Payne Family.
I read an ARC of this book from Booksprout and voluntarily share my review.