A billionaire undercover boss.A single mom who’s totally off limits.Temptation never looked so sweet…Cy Sweet has always been the black sheep of his family, which is probably why he was chosen to go Undercover Boss in Sweetopia, his family’s theme park. Enticed by his father’s bribe, he dons an apron to serve pastries in Cotton Candy Castle, one of the park’s most popular attractions.He’s … popular attractions.
He’s tempted to blow his cover when he meets The Red Velvet Queen. Sure, she’s a costumed character and the jewels in her crown are fake, but she’s absolutely breathtaking. His desire only grows when he invents a baker’s dozen reasons to visit her every day…enough visits to discover her sweetness comes with a side of spice.
But they’re both in disguise. The Queen is actually single mom Jolie Cox, who relentlessly struggles to make a living for herself and her sons. And Cy is actually her boss, not to mention heir to the corporate empire she despises.
What will happen when their identities are finally unmasked?
Sugar & Spice is Book 1 of the Spicetopia Series. Though the series can be read in any order, here is the preferred reading order:
Book 1: Sugar & Spice (Cy and Jolie’s story)
Book 2: Virtue & Vice (Moon and Katja’s story)
Book 3: Fire & Ice (Neve and Enya’s story)
Book 4: Naughty & Nice (Micah and Natalie’s story)
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DNF. This is another book that I picked up for FREE during the holidays and had hopes of enjoying it. Yet, at this time it didn’t really hook me at all, which is why I stopped reading by Chapter 2. However, I do plan on adding it to the novels I have not read in my large TBR jar and maybe at some other point I’ll reread it while hopefully getting into it then. *crossing fingers*
It seems like it would be a cute contemporary romance … hopefully it will be for you!
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Sugar and Spice is a sweet romance novel set in an amusement park. Cy Sweet, rich, entitled son of the owners of the park, is being forced to work as a temp–undercover for the summer. Jolie, single mom working as the Red Velvet Queen. She isn’t looking for romance but what will happen when she catches Cy’s eye? He can’t tell her who he REALLY is, so how will it all work out? A well written romance novel with all out steamy scenes, Sugar & Spice is a must read for the romance novel lover!
This is my first book by this author and wow did she bring the spice! I could not put this book down until the end. The storyline on its own was amazing and kept me hooked. I was not a huge fan of the character Cy at the beginning, which I feel was the point of his behavior, but by the end I couldn’t get enough of him. If you like books that bring you into the bedroom (or anywhere else ) with the characters, this is the author for you. You may need a cold shower afterward 😉
Sugar & Spice (Spicetopia Book 1) by Phoebe Alexander
I have had the pleasure of reading several books by Ms. Alexander and have a certain expectation when I start one of her books. I’m happy to report I wasn’t disappointed with this book.
I thought the book taking place at a theme park was amazing and something new at least for me.
I love Jolie and her story is sad and empowering at the same time. She was willing to do whatever it takes to provide for her sons and she did just that.
Cy wasn’t the most likeable in the beginning, but there was a shift in him as the story progressed and by the end I loved him.
Once again Ms. Alexander delivers a great book which I will continue to expect from her. Looking forward to reading the rest of this series.
Great start to a series and Author Phoebe Alexander does not disappoint! Cy was sent to be “undercover” for his parents theme park. At first Cy, I was not a fan, but in the end I was wrong and ended up loving his character. Jolie, as a single mom has secrets of her own. When Cy and Jolie are together lots sparks and heat, which I love!! There is some suspense & mystery as well in this book. Cannot wait to read more books in this series.
Ms. Alexander has done it again, i originally picked up Sugar & Spice because I love Ms. Alexander’s writing style, and she did not disappoint me. Once again her character descriptions are amazing, making her characters so likable and relatable. With the right imagination her characters stories are very easy to get swept up in, her scenery descriptions are breathtaking, almost making her readers feel like their in the story. With Sugar & Spice it was just a little different, knowing this was a romance book I expected a few things but Ms. Alexander deftinitly unfolded some very hot scenes in this one. Sugar & Spice has everything a romance reader will want great characters, love, lust, and more. So if your looking for a great weekend read then I highly recommend Sugar & Spice by Phoebe Alexander.
The characters for Sugar and spice were cute. Jolie was more relatable more than Cy was. In the beginning Cy was a huge turn off. He was whiny, annoying and clearly spoiled and knew how to get his way. Seeing him grow and actually learn that money can’t fix every problem was refreshing. Seeing Jolie put him in his place was absolutely hilarious. The sex scenes seemed a little lacking, but were still pretty good. I enjoyed the book and I will be looking forward to reading her other books!
Sugar and Spice
By
Phoebe Alexander
This is for sure an adult book. Even so these scenes are well written, The attraction between the two starts from the first meeting. Cy has an undercover job to do for his family and by chance meets Jolie. The rest is history as they say. Good story, you will enjoy it. It grabs your attention from the beginning and keeps it until the end.
Sweetopia, come work with us We’ll work you and underappreciate you. Cy, the youngest son of the family that runs Sweetopia, goes undercover to discover the mastermind of the employee trouble. Jolie, the Red Velvet Queen, catches his eye and distracts him from his mission. Single mom of 2 just trying to make ends meet, the last thing Jolie needs is a man in her life to make things complicated. Well, life has other plans for them. Come along for an entertaining ride through the theme park of “fun.” Twists, turns, tantrums, family drama and steamy romance, Phoebe does a wonderful job at combining these elements to make a smooth story. The characters are pleasantly realistic with a bit of undercover boss throw in It’s a thrilling story that has left me seeking out more books in the series to learn how Spicetopia has come to be… Let’s go together.
Sugar & Spice by Phoebe Alexander
Four Stars
Sugar & Spice is the first book in the Spicetopia series by Phoebe Alexander. This book was just what I anticipated from Ms. Alexander. The main characters Jolie Cox, a single mother, and Cy Sweet, the son of an amusement park owners, meet while they are each playing roles at Sweetopia. Their chemistry is off the chart, and the dialogue is full of sass. This book kept me up long into the night, just to see what happened in the end. This is a great start to what I hope is a superb series.
I am very familiar with this author as I have read many of her books so I kind of had an idea of what I would be getting with her writing style and characterization. This one did not disappoint me. I couldn’t put it down. In fact, let’s just say that I finished it in about 5 hours today. I am always able to relate to the characters that she writes about to the point I feel like I personally know them. And I love books like that. I love her way of writing such steamy , sometimes graphic, sex scenes. This one was no different, so I highly recommend only if you are mature and into this kind of writing. If not, you could easily fast forward through those pages and still enjoy the book. Which I do recommend. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and look forward to the next one of her books I pick up.
A great surprising love story that keeps you turning pages. Sugar & Spice by Phoebe Alexander provides some very steamy romance scenes while you root for Jolie Cox to get what she has deprived herself from for a long time. As a single mother of two children, who works two jobs, who doesn’t have much time to herself until she meets Marcus Young. She lets herself experience things she hasn’t in a long time. But is there deception in the air?
A first time read from this author and let me tell you, it was an enjoyable read, I loved it! Read this entire book in one sitting. The story captured me from the get go. The characters in the story are so relatable and just amazing. The plot was pretty awesome as well. The story itself was very touching with a little steam, undercover mystery and family drama. I enjoyed it very much. I am so eager to read the next book in the series!!
This is the first book in the spicetopia series and the second that I have read of from this author. One thing about this author is that you are going to be reading some graphic scenes. Like holy hell, girl get-it scenes. So if you aren’t into that I would not recommend this author for you. While the sex scenes are wide eyes and fan-worthy the overall story is enjoyable. Jolie and Cy’s chemistry is wow. But can they both keep that spark when all their secrets are revealed? That is the true question.
Sugar & Spice: Spicetopia written by Phoebe Alexander was so addicting I could not put it down! It follows the rich son of a family friendly theme park owner going undercover- Cy Sweet. He meets The Red Velvet Queen- played by struggling single mom, Jolie Cox.
The writing was so vivid and descriptive that I actually felt as if I was experiencing things they were experiencing. How the characters interacted with each other and their friendships with each other was so natural and easy to believe. I love how well she portrayed the different upbringings and lives these characters have. It really makes you feel empathetic towards the characters. I really enjoyed this book and I look forward to reading more in the series.
Ps. She DEFINITELY brings the Spice to this sweet series (;
Sugar & Spice (Spicetopia Book #1) by Phoebe Alexander was a great read! This is the first book in the Spicetopia series, which can all be read as standalones but go so much better when read in order. I can say that because I have not read them in order. This book is an introduction to the owners of Spicetopia, and while I don’t think it’s the best in the series, it is very good! This book captures you, and makes you want to read more to see just how far Spicetopia goes!
A great story, written very well. From the first page I wanted to keep reading. I fell in love with the characters and wanted them to be happy and to have a happy ending. I am looking forward to more stories about these characters. A definite must read!!!
Sugar & Spice is the first book in the Spicetopia series by Phoebe Alexander & the setting is that of a family theme park, Sweetopia (think Disney). Jolie, the Red Velvet Queen of Sweetopia (think Cinderella), is a struggling single mom of 2 boys, one of which has Cystic fibrosis & a domenatrix on the side. Cy, the perpetual student/playboy is sent in my his parents, the owners to work “undercover boss style” in the Cotton Candy Castle bakery. Sparkles fly between Cy & Josie from the beginning but what happens what Jolie figures out who Cy really is & Cy figures out the truth about his family.
This book was a great weekend read!
From the very first page i was drawn in and i couldn’t get enough.
The main characters are what made this book great!
Jolie is a single mom who works extremely hard to take care of her family. One of her jobs is at a very sugary amusement park called Sweetopia. She dresses as the Red Velvet Queen and quickly catches the attention of Cy who works in the Cotton Candy Castle Bakery. Cy has been sent in undercover to work for his family’s company and is quickly distracted by the beautiful Red Velvet Queen. Will Jolie be upset when she finds out the lies Cy has told to go undercover at the company? Or will her own secrets come out in the open and be the reason they don’t work out?
Over all i really liked this story. I thought the going undercover trope was a great one. I am looking forward to reading more by this author in the future and i would recommend this to anyone looking for a very sweet read!
Sugar & Spice is the first book in the Spicetopia series by Phoebe Alexander. I should have known what I was getting myself into by the title alone, but some of the scenes caught me off guard. I love romance books as much as the next girl, but found this one a little too graphic. I’m not saying its a bad book, because I really enjoyed the story itself and plan to continue the series. Just readers be warned, it is not… should we say PG. Very hot scenes unfold a couple times. Some love that, but not my thing.
I enjoyed the characters, as they have depth. Jolie is a single mother, who dresses up cosplay for a theme park. However, she has her secrets, and isn’t as innocent as she appears. Cy on the other hand is a spoiled brat, being the youngest in his family, and will inherit millions. While he can get any girl he wants, and often has, he surprises himself by lusting after Jolie. But will their lust and physical connection morph into something more? Once they find out the whole truth about each other, will they bail? Read to find out!