Chad King is boxing’s golden boy that didn’t shine.His big dreams have left him at rock bottom and when you’ve lost everything, losing becomes easy because there’s nothing to fight for. The love of his life left him for a life he couldn’t give her and now she’s engaged and on top of the world while he claws his way out of the hole he dug when she left.Lotus Shaw plays the role of the media’s … role of the media’s darling, and dutiful fiancé to a man only her parents approve of. She should be on top of the world, but she left her heart on the floor of a fight gym.
Now, she’s got to get it back.
One little secret from the past is keeping her from the future.
When they come face to face again, nothing could’ve prepared them for the sucker punch love was about to land.
Nothing worth having comes without a fight.
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Second Chance, Angsty Romance!
I wanted to throw my kindle while reading this one. For reals. It’s a slow burn of drama, dilemma, and whiplash. It’s like a train wreck you can’t help but watch. Chad is one helluva alpha a-hole, but I was rooting for him. Lola gives him a run for his money. The push and pull was off the charts! God, would you two fight in bed, please. I was smashing my kindle in hopes. A messy ride from start to finish, you’ll not know what to expect, trust me.
I didn’t like the Tatum situation, can’t tell you the whole reason why, but I feel that things ended abruptly and I was left with little, to no answers. I caught glimpses into some of the characters, I’d like a story from a few of them too. All in all this book was very unexpected and it sure did throw in a few punches I wasn’t prepared for, but the pain was almost as good as the pleasure. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough!
Chad and Lola have loved each other since they were six years old. It was supposed to be the two of them forever. Circumstances force them apart and that all-consuming love changes to broken hearts and ends in a burning hatred. Lola is engaged to a man that her parents approve of and Chad has finally began to move on with his life with the sweet and perfect Tatum. However, Chad and Lola have a secret. A secret that keeps them from being able to actually let go. I loved the angst! I loved the way that Chad and Lola cannot even be in the same room without fighting or devouring each other with heated passion. I loved everything about this book!
Sucker Punch is such a different book from Ash this book is off the charts and just amazing I did not want it to end. Eva and Ash just blow me away with this book it has a bit of everything in it for someone. The banter between the characters then there is the angst at times, I really wanted to slap two main characters. They wound me up at times. I not saying say much about it this story you need to read for yourself and live alone with these characters but I totally recommend this book.
Getting back together with the person who broke your heart? A good idea or not? In the case of Chad and Lola it is actually a good idea, because not all is what it seems. Sucker Punch tells their chaotic story, with all its ups and downs.
“First kisses, first dances, first everythings. My mouth goes dry, all the moisture filling up in my eyes. I won’t allow the tears to break free, but they’re there, just below the surface.”
Chad and Lola have been best friends forever, who fell in love at a very young age. They were each other’s everything, until it all blew up in their faces. Fast forward a few years. Chad is finally ready to take another shot at love (or something that looks like love), and Lola is dealing with the mess that has become her life. When Chad and Lola meet again it’s explosive, and it’s very clear they still have feelings for each other. Feelings they don’t want to have but can’t ignore.
“There’s something about her, something inside us that can’t be ignored. We become animals. It’s instinct. I can’t bury it and if I ignore it, it’ll consume me.”
Chad and Lola, what do I say… They are messy, in-your-face and not sure about each other. Chad is your typical guy with a broken heart. He doesn’t talk about it, but under the surface there’s a world of hurt and anger. Boxing is his life, and it keeps him going. Lola is no prissy princess. She might look the part, but she’s a hellion who doesn’t mind throwing in a few punches herself. I love the two of them together.
Sucker Punch is the second collaboration between Eva Logan and Ashleigh Giannoccaro and is about one of my favorite storylines; a second-chance love story. Chad and Lola had something special, but it got ruined badly and both have different ideas about what broke them apart. I hate what happened to this couple, but I love that they find their messy way back to each other. Their story isn’t always pretty, but it’s realistic (love isn’t always a fairytale, right?).
“I love you, Lola. You have been mine since the day I saw you wearing pigtails and pink socks. I knew I loved you even then.”
An entertaining and engaging second chance romance
Chad and Lola are a vortex of complications
Two strong dominant personalities that are vying for the tap out –
Who will finally submit? Or will they both be left battered and bruised only to find out too late that they are equal in their thick-headed stubbornness?
Suspense – Romance – Mystery and Angst blended together to give the quintessential one-two knockout read
When life knocks you down, you can either stay down or fight to get back up.
This book had a little of everything in it. It was full of emotion, mystery, revenge, and romance. Not to mention the steam! I wouldn’t say this is a quick read but I would definitely consider it a page turner.
There are so many twists and turns, ups and downs, secrets and lies in this story. It will keep you guessing about what could possibly happen next. And the hits keep coming! Ashleigh and Eva will keep you wondering if these two will indeed have a happily ever after, or if the heat will fizzle and the obstacles will be too much for Chad and Lotus to overcome.
This was the first time I have read a story with more than three points of view. There were a few chapters interspersed which were from the points of view of the secondary characters. It was unique, but also a little confusing at times.
Wow!! These two amazing authors are a dynamic duo!! A very exciting second chance romance full of chaos and suspense. This was Lola and Chad’s story, and it took me on a bit of an emotional rollercoaster ride. You’re not gonna find alot of hearts and flowers in this one but for me that was one of the things that made it so good, its not like anything else I’ve read before.
Sucker Punch took me by surprise in the absolute best of ways. From the very beginning I was hooked by fantastic and complex characters I just couldn’t get enough of. This amazing duo of authors hit me right in the feels with this angsty and captivating read.
Boxer Chad King had everything he ever wanted when he lost it all. Trying to work his way back to the top he’s finally getting his life on track when life throws him a left hook in the form of his ex, Lola. Lola lived the charmed life until it all came crashing down around her and out came the fighter she was taught to be. To say that things between Lola and Chad are fiery is a definite understament because it’s down right explosive when they get near each other. I loved the push and pull and banter between Chad and Lola. They had me out right laughing one moment and in the next ready to throw my Kindle.
Full of angst, suspense, and all the feels Sucker Punch kept me riveted until the last page. After this amazing collaboration by this duo of authors I can’t wait to see what they have in store next!
I absolutely loved every page of this book! These two authors have come together to create something beautiful, broken and also filled with a passion that most can only dream to experience. Often, with that passion, comes pain, heartache, love and everything in between, and this book definitely shared that with us, in a completely masterpiece of a read!
I LOVED the characters. Well, I say that, and obviously mean that they were made well. Yes, I do love the main characters, for various reasons, but there are a definite few characters that these two wrote so well i absolutely hated them. They were everything the authors made them out to be and more. It created a precarious balance of good and bad, love and hate, making it a very exciting and real story.
The pace was brilliant, as it really brought the story to life. It was written so that the pace definitely made it feel like real life. It was great at picking up pace right at the very exciting parts, and those filled with passion or fights, as well as slowing nicely for suspense.
This is definitely a must read and one you definitely will not want to wait to get hold of. I highly recommend it, especially if you’ve read any earlier books by these two, as it is perfection!
5 TOUGH LOVE STARS!! OMG, This book was phenomenal!! Looking for all the feels with some tough love, here you go. Chad and Lola have a story to tell you and it will touch your heart. This is my first book by Eva Logan and Ashleigh G and it will not be my last, they were amazing.
What an amazing story of second chances both at love and life. Lola and Chad have loved each other since childhood but lies and deception have forced them apart. Life happens and they are thrust back together. There was so much anger in their reunion that it hurt my heart for both of them. The angst is REAL!! So many times I wished Chad was a real person so I could throttle him!! I was surprised at the twists and turns that this story provided. I was angry, sad, happy and worried! This book had me all up in my feelings and I LOVED it!
The storyline and these characters were amazing. So many wonderful characters, hard to pick 1 favorite. So many angsty moments like when that one thing happened and I was like oh my gosh No and then that other thing happened and it’s like why are these authors doing this to me. Along with so many awesome moments like when That one character lost it and did that thing to that other character…. that one character was a total bad ass. Oh and we can’t forget those one scenes, you know the ones, especially that angry one.
Anyways it’s safe to say I loved this story, and I so want some of the other characters to have their own stories. Can’t wait to see what these authors do in the future with writing together.
Wow what an amazing read. These two authors are epic together.
The story is based on two characters- Chad and Lola. Both characters are strong and feisty. It did take me a while to like Lola.
Their story is angsty with some surprises. I really enjoyed it and read it in one sitting. I’m really looking forward to reading more from these authors.
5 very big bright astounding stars!!!
Sucker Punch delivers a direct blow right in the feels.
Ashleigh G. and Eva Logan prove again to be one hell of a team. These two deliver yet another powerful story that will have you fully enthralled from the first word to the last. Sucker Punch isn’t your typical love story, but it’s a story that you’ll love.
First you have Chad who is a fighter with a chip on his shoulder, nothing left to lose, and everything to gain.Then there’s Lola; a poor little rich girl who happens to also be spunky little spitfire that knows how to throw a punch and a wicked kick.
Together since childhood and torn apart by evil forces,selfish and bad people, and a serious of unfortunate events Chad and Lola go their separate ways. Determined to move on with his life after years of heartache and pain and seeing Lola moving on with her life Chad is trying to begin again, but fate has other plans. Lola is thrown back in his life, and along with her the past he must face.
Will these two lovers find a way back to each other, or will circumstances, past hurts, and egos prevent their hearts from healing? Can they surmount the insurmountable odds against them, and battle those determined to keep them apart? Well you’ll just have to read the book to find out for yourself.
This is one book that will have you cursing, and maybe even tossing, your kindle. But definitely rereading it once it’s over. This book is going in my top 10 must read books of the year. I can’t wait for the next collaboration from these two authors. #2018MustRead
I felt sucker punched by this story.(in a good way) It started out a little slow for me and then POW everything starts happening and you are like “oh, sh*t!” Chad and Lola. There is no denying their strong attraction and love they have for each other, but life has so many obstacles for them to over come. Between new loves, lies, deceit, steamy attractions, scandals and trying to win fights, can their love take the biggest punch of all? Read it to find out.
I did feel like there were some unanswered questions with Tatum and the additional info that Lola requested, but all in all this is a great read. Ashleigh and Eva make a great writing pair.
Can’t wait for their next story together.
4.5 PUNCHING STARS!!!!!
Ashleigh and Eva have once again teamed up to bring us an amazing book that had me hooked.
Chad King is a disgraced boxer turned MMA fighter. Lola Shaw, is the girl he has loved since they were in kindergarten and it was going to them vs the world. Well as you can image, circumstances and others did everything they could to prevent that.
When life brings them back together, wow its explosive. Chad is a complete douche, but Lola is just a nasty and trust me can hold her own. There were times when I wanted to punch and hug both of them. This story is gritty, full of emotions, and at times very funny. Yes after reading certain chapters I wanted to throw my kindle at the wall, but like a car accident you just cant look away. I needed to know what happens.
Ash and Eva do not disappoint and this is defiantly a must read!
Bad boy Chad really got under my skin. Boxer turned MMA fighter this story gripped my attention from beginning to end. A second chance romance with so many elements that are trying to keep him and Lola apart. Will just their magnetic chemistry win this fight and or are are their deeper ties that will ultimately let them have their HEA? No spoilers from me – recommend you one clicking to find out!
I loved this book, it had alot of depth and was a raw and gritty story.
The characters felt real and the way they behaved together and the interactions between them really drove it forward. Chad and Lola are way too stubborn at times. Theyre like a stick of dynamite, always ready to blow, however the odd dynamic seems to work for them.
Lola was a little hard to like at first, she is very rigid and unbending, but has a hell of a temper when riled. Sometimes I was totally rooting for her to do some damage.
I think Chad felt alot deeper and more pure than came across at times with his behaviour and demeanour, even though he was conflicted about certain things at times, I really connected with him as a character. I loved the nicknames he gave out, some had me totally rolling with laughter.
Gritty, raw, brutal, sometimes totally hilarious and also really cuts you to the core. This book sinks its hooks in and drags you through the battle to the other side, leaving you bruised, battered and totally fucking exhilerated. I also have a new craving for flamingo lawn ornaments.
Ashleigh and Eva are a formidable duo and sure can weave a gripping tale together, they write seamlessly together and I am finding I absolutely love their collaborative stories.
Loved this!! Second chance angsty romance set in the MMA world! I loved all of the drama and tension. Chad and Lola were childhood sweethearts torn apart who end up reconnecting as adults but are both in relationships with other people. I was rooting for Chad and Lola the whole time!! Great secondary characters too but my was with the main ones.
I have been anxiously awaiting this book and these authors surely delivered! My mind is blown away by the words written in this book! The story is about Chad and Lola. They have known each other pretty much their whole lives. Everyone thought they would end up together until one day that all changed. Chad is a boxer and Lola is a socialite. The world is against them, but can they overcome all the obstacles in their way? Chad and Lola are the kind of characters that you can’t help root for! And not just them but other characters in this book just jump off the pages at you. You could feel their emotions and I couldn’t put this book down! There are so many facets to this book that it keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout this whole book. If you want to know what happens between Chad and Lola, then do yourself a favor and read this amazing book! You will truly not be disappointed!