Tattoos, muscles, and a beard? Oh my. Ben McCallister wasn’t like any man attorney Harper Finch had ever dated. For one, his hands were rough and calloused from working all day at his mechanic shops; two, his muscled arms, back, and chest were covered in tattoos; and three, he rode a Harley. The men Harper dated were the ones her daddy would approve of: white-collar, with hands as soft as hers, … as hers, and the most ink any of them had ever had was a fraternity seal that stayed hidden under short sleeves.
But there was something about this bearded man… how gentle and caring he was with her—outside the bedroom, that is. But his manners in the bedroom? Let’s just say he didn’t have any—which suited Harper just fine.
He was a dream come true. If only she were allowed to dream anymore… But her family and her secret made that impossible. She’d have to settle for a fun summer fling.
She should have known Ben McCallister would never ‘settle’ for anything less than all of her—forever.
**Note — this steamy standalone has no cheating, no cliffhanger, and of course, an HEA! It’s the 5th book in the San Diego Social Scene series on Kindle (there is a 6th one for free).
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Not just an Heiress and a Mechanic
The Heiress and the Mechanic is the first book I have read by Tess Summers and I enjoyed it. I liked the story-line and the characters of Ben and Harper were interesting and has some depth. The title of this book is a bit misleading as to the fact that Ben is not a mechanic and Harper is not an Heiress. At least not in the ways that you would think from reading the title. So this was an interesting and pleasant surprise as I was reading to see that both main characters were actually a lot more than I had expected. Additionally the supporting characters were good and their parts added a lot to advancing the story-line and providing more depth to it.
Overall I really liked this writer’s style of story telling and her ability to convey emotion. Some of the phrases were a bit repetitive for me and some parts were a bit slow but otherwise it was a great reading experience. I look forward to reading more by this author in the future.
I received a free ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. My opinions are all my own.
What an exceptional story about a hot, sexy mechanic, Ben McCallister, who is kind, considerate, and protective and Harper Finch, an attorney with secrets that even her bosses at the firm she works don’t know. When Ben and Harper meet at a friends engagement party, the attraction is instant between them both. A well written storyline and captivating characters. A must read! This is one I will re-read again. I loved it!! Kudos to the author!
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A refreshing read! Insta- love, strong and mature characters you will love, characters that come to life on the pages, hot steamy scenes, a well written storyline, superb imagery, and so much more the author has packed inside this phenomenal book. This book will grab hold of your heart and never let go. Definitely recommended!
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What a fun book. I enjoy books with characters who are older than 20, and have a back story that is theirs and theirs alone. We all have baggage – past relationships, families, etc.
Harper and Ben are fully realized people, with lives. I thought I had predicted some of the story, I hadn’t. This was a great read!
I loved this book, very entertaining,funny, and hot, but also full off emotions!
An instant chemistry between this couple will definitely keep you turning pages.
Is different from other romances . If I can use word “ mature” that would be closest on my mind as characters find their HEA and support each other on this journey
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l love a good insta love romance read and this did not disappoint. Ben and Harper’s character just match and you wouldn’t expect it from their different background but that what makes their story enjoyable. The author is able to bring her readers unexpected characters that makes the story likable and easy to fall in love with.
I love, love, love Ben. He is so sexy, so loving and absolutely protective and loyal. I love Harper too. This was a well written story with a great storyline, good characters, both main and secondary and was easy to read. I will definitely be looking for more books by this author.
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Loved the book it was great the story was well written and the characters were interesting. Ben is a mechanic who owns his own workshop and a Harley. Harper. Is a Heiress and also a Lawyer the instant attraction to each other, Ben was not the usual type she, her family would not approve of.
Thank you for allowing me to review this book it was great.
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This was a fun book to read. The characters are well developed and engaging and have plenty of chemistry. The storyline kept me entertained.
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I’m going to start this review off with a big, I really enjoyed this book! It was completely different from what I thought it was going to be. Totally taken in by this story. This is my first book by this author and I will not hesitate to say it will not be my last book by her.
Talk about going in a different direction, WOW! The author hurled curveballs I wasn’t expecting. It actually hit home to me in a particular way ( not in my own personal life but within my family). I don’t want to spoil anything for you because I don’t think it’s fair to the author. So read the blurb, and then read the book. It’s so worth the invested time.
Don’t worry about heat, there’s plenty. You’ll need your air conditioner on. There’s also love, tenderness, understanding, and some very intense moments. For some it’s a know when you know. I like to think that still does exist. For others it can be proceed with caution, which keeps this story very real.
So if you have read this author before and enjoyed her books you will continue to do so with this book. If you haven’t read one before I suggest that you do!
This is a well written book with strong characters in Ben and Harper who have an instant attraction , a hot chemistry and a beautiful romance.The author does a fantastic job describing both the characters and scenes and brings heartfelt emotions as well as the smokin’ hot passion for each other. I loved reading their story and would recommend this book.
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Wow! If you love an adventure through the lives of an “opposites attract” couple, you have got to read this book. What starts out as an unremarkable meeting at a party turns into the love of a lifetime but it is the road they travel to get there is full of ups and downs, twists and turns that at times will make you dizzy. Oh boy are Harper and Ben the perfect couple but gather a strength and courage to push through any and all circumstances together.
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Talk about a feel good story. I loved this book and Ben – swoon!
Harper is an attorney, comes from money, owns a ’59 Corvette convertible and has MS. Ben is a tattooed, bearded, motorcycle riding mechanic. He also owns two repair shops and is looking to expand. They meet at their friends engagement party and click immediately. They are wildly attracted to each other and are inseparable. They have a few ups and downs, have to deal with her snob father, but end up with their HEA. Highly recommend.
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I thought Ben and Harper were perfect!! Even though I’m not crazy about insta love stories this book was perfectly written and kept me hooked the entire time and I look forward to reading more from this author in the near future.
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Thought provoking steamy romance
I have enjoyed reading the books in Tess Summers’ San Diego Social Scene series but I think The Heiress and the Mechanic is my new favorite. I found Ben and Harper instant connection and off the charts chemistry an instant draw into the story. As the story progressed and we learned more of Harper’s back story my admiration grew for how the author handled her secret. I loved their HEA and while the story works well as a stand alone it was fun to revisit with the secondary characters some of who got their own HEA in previous stories.
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An Engaging Love Story.
Author Tess Summers wrote a wonderful story of an attorney, heiress Harper and the mechanic, owner, Ben who lived in San Diego. This is part of a series but can be read as a stand alone.
Ben and Harper have such sizzling chemistry. From the first night they met and on they have lots of sex and I mean lots and lots and lots ……and lots of sex. So we know they have compatible libidos. Harper also has a debilitating disease that was handled correctly but it shows that money is needed.
Definitely recommending this book for your reading enjoyment and pleasure. Peace.
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Normally I’m not a big insta love fan, however, Ben and Harper are perfect in so many ways. They take “all in” to the next level. Ben sees and meets Harper at a mutual friend’s engagement party and sparks fly. Ben is attracted to Harper in a way he has never been with anyone else and Harper feels the same way. They light up like a 4th of July firework display and share the hot and steamy times. The relationship hits the fast track and even with a couple of bumps and Harper’s assumptions on reactions to certain situations she’s kept from revealing to those around her, these two make their own happy. Great, enjoyable beach or summer afternoon read!
The Heiress and the Mechanic is book #5 in the San Diego Social Scene series.
From the moment they meet it’s obvious Harper and Ben are a perfect match. They have great chemistry. But Harper has a secret and is afraid of Ben’s reaction. When Ben finds out, his reaction is the opposite of what she expected.
I loved, loved this story! Tess Summers has the ability of writing her male main characters in such a way that they’re tough, badass men but are so sweet for their women.
“And life was fucking awesome.”
This review is based on the audiobook. Narrators Anastasia Watley and J.F. Harding really brought the story to life.
Tess Summers has written a sotry about a couple who have intense feelings for each other. Harper and Ben met at the engagement party for one of Ben’s friends.They started to see one another and their feelings for one another were off the chart. Harper was keeping a secret about herself that only a few people knew and she wanted to tell Ben but did’nt want to watch him walk away from her.
Ben was a Mechanic and he wanted a peice of property that was empty but was told by the attorney handling it that it was not for sale ( Harper is the attorney). Ben did not know that Harper is the attorney that he spoke too about this. As Harper and Ben spend more time together she falls more for him and he falls more for her. Harpers faather is not happy that she is with a mechanic and has Ben’s shop’s shut down. Harper goes after her father over this and tells him he had better fix it or he is going to be in trouble.
Can Harper let go of the feeling she has for Ben is just a fling or will they last.
Will Ben convince Harper that he is going to be be for the long haul and not leave and that they are meant to be together.
The answers to these questions are in the book and to find out what happens you will just need to read it. I could not put it down once started.
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This is the 5th book in this awesome series, and it is a perfect addition to this series. Ben and Harper fall instantly in love as soon as their eyes meet across the room, and there may be a few bumps along the way which they have to overcome. This is a well written story which is sweet, sexy and steamy, all which had me hooked and intrigued throughout. I look forward to reading more from this talented author.