Paige Carmichael just found out the hard way that her roommate hasn't been paying their rent: by getting evicted. She needs a place to stay until she can find a new apartment, so she turns to her boss, bar owner and single father Nate Hughes, for help. Even though he knows it's a bad idea, Nate lets Paige manipulate him into offering up his guest room until she gets back on her feet. There has always been a strong attraction between them, but as his much younger employee, Nate considers Paige to be off limits. Not only that, he's looking for a serious relationship to provide stability for his 7-year-old son Ryder, and Paige has made it clear that she's not interested in forever. There's something about Nate that has always made Paige feel safe, however. Will they be able to resist the temptation to act on their explosive chemistry while living under the same roof?
I loved Nate and Paige together! Their chemistry and banter were on point, and despite the age difference, they had a lot in common because of their difficult childhoods. It wasn't easy for them to work through and overcome the baggage from their respective pasts, but the conflict it created was beautifully handled. I also enjoyed Paige's relationship with Nate's adorable son Ryder, who was honestly my favorite character in the whole book. I particularly appreciated that Paige never talked down to Ryder, but rather tried to meet him on his level when he asked tough questions.
Overall, I completely adored "Sweet" and highly recommend it for all contemporary romance fans. I'm really looking forward to the upcoming Carmichael series, which will feature stories about Paige's brothers.
*Review copy provided by the author. All opinions expressed are my own.
About "Sweet"
USA Today Bestselling author Adriana Locke delivers a “fresh and fun!” romance between a grumpy single dad and his beautiful, spunky employee—the one he can’t have.
Chemistry is not love. That’s what my boss, the grumpy single dad with brilliant green eyes, says anyway.
I have my V-card. He’s ten years older than me. I work for him.
Nate Hughes has a million reasons why a relationship between us would never work. Honestly? It’s all a farce.
He can’t deny our connection. His soft smiles, brief touches, and protective behaviors come too easily. And when I need a place to stay? He can’t stop himself from offering me a room—though I’d prefer his bed. After all, there are sparks—delicious, sizzling sparks—when we’re together.
Our forced proximity brings things to a head. Our shared experiences and traumas draw us closer. Our undeniable attraction has us toeing the line between friends and lovers—whether Nate likes it or not.
He’s right—chemistry is not love. But that doesn’t mean that I won’t fall in love with him … even if he can’t love me back.
Read an Excerpt from "Sweet"
“I had nowhere to go, Nate,” she says, sticking her bottom lip out. “But I knew my friend Nate would be more than happy to help me out of my bind. You weren’t here so I came on in. I waved to Shaye as I walked through the front door so it’s not like I was being sneaky.”
Like that makes it okay.
“What would you have done if someone else would’ve walked in here and saw you naked?” I ask, quirking a brow.
She laughs. “Nate, no one else has the balls to walk into your office but you.”
“And you, apparently.”
“Well, and me.” She grins and picks up the curling iron. “I’m glad you’re here. I kind of need a favor.”
I recline against the couch and prepare myself.
“Now’s a little late to be asking for favors, don’t ya think?” I ask.
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