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Hard Love: A Billionaire Athlete Grumpy Hero, Enemies to Lovers, Opposites Attract, Wedding RomCom (Trophy Boyfriends Book 3) Kindle Edition
Hard head.
Bad attitude.
Terrible boyfriend.
That’s what my ex-girlfriends have said about me—but I wasn’t serious about any of them, so what do I care what rumors they spread? What I need is to be left alone; by the press, by the paparazzi, and by women. Too bad I’m about to be surrounded by them for the weekend. My obnoxious, matchmaking brother is getting married, and he’s doing his damndest to find me a wedding date…
“HARD TO FIND.”
That’s what they say about good men—they’re hard to find. Not that when I find one, I’ll be the type he’s looking for; too nice, too ordinary, too boring. My cousin is getting married, and her fiancé insists on throwing me at his brother. Cold, uncaring professional football player Tripp Wallace would never look twice at a woman like me.
Too bad for both of us, I was wrong…
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateNovember 17, 2020
- File size2.7 MB
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Elizabeth Hart has been a multifaceted performer her entire life. She began performing on television and stage when she was a child and has carried her passion for entertaining into adulthood.
Alexander Cendese is a New York-based actor and narrator whose credits include roles on and off Broadway, in films, and on popular television shows, including Law & Order: SVU and All My Children. He holds a BFA from the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama.
Sara Ney is the USA Today bestselling author of the How to Date a Douchebag series, and is best known for her sexy, laugh-out-loud new adult romances.
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- ASIN : B08NTXQJQ9
- Publisher : (November 17, 2020)
- Publication date : November 17, 2020
- Language : English
- File size : 2.7 MB
- Text-to-Speech : Enabled
- Screen Reader : Supported
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- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 265 pages
- Best Sellers Rank: #131,383 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #2,033 in Sports Romance (Kindle Store)
- #2,717 in Sports Romance (Books)
- #3,989 in New Adult & College Romance (Kindle Store)
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Sara Ney is the USA Today Bestselling Author of the How to Date a Douchebag series, best known for her sexy, laugh-out-loud sports and contemporary romances. Among her favorite vices, she includes: traveling, historical architecture and nerding out on all things Victorian. She's a "cool mom" living in the Midwest who loves resale shopping, thrift -- and once carried a vintage copper sink through the airport as her carry-on because it didn't fit in her suitcase.
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Customers find the book's humor amusing and relatable. They enjoy the romantic comedy and find the writing quality good and easy to read. The characters are described as cute and endearing. Overall, customers feel comfortable and warmly embraced by the story. However, opinions differ on the pacing - some find it fast-paced and enjoyable, while others find it distasteful and annoying.
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Customers enjoy the humor in the book. They find the banter amusing, the scenes relatable, and the characters likable. The romantic comedy is described as hilarious, with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments and snark.
"...Sigh, oh well. The story was a fun, laugh out loud read. I highly recommend it!" Read more
"...Their banter is hysterical. The push / pull is awesome. They struggle to like each other but something is there that they can't deny...." Read more
"...She starts to teach him the ways. She’s relentless and absolutely hilarious. He did not stand a chance...." Read more
"...Beyond the 2 main characters being annoying, the mom is more annoying this book and dont get me started on the 15 year old next door...." Read more
Customers enjoy the book. They find the story engaging despite lack of chemistry between the characters. Many praise the series as fun and enjoyable. Readers appreciate Tripp and Chandler's story, finding it entertaining and relatable.
"I married a guy just like Tripp! . I loved the book!. Seriously I kept coming across parts that are just like my Steven!..." Read more
"...It is funny, sweet, sexy with just enough drama to keep me interested. Tripp could be annoying because of his immaturity but he grows on you...." Read more
"...And the text messages - also tons of fun!! Enjoyable read with a bit of steam, and the peek into the next book definitely has me..." Read more
"...want to give it two stars, but on the other hand I did enjoy some bits of the story and some of the elements, and for that I have decided to just..." Read more
Customers enjoy the romantic comedy in the book. They find it sweet, sexy, and entertaining with just enough drama. The sports romance is also appreciated. While some readers felt the story was disjointed, overall they enjoyed the characters and their stories.
"...And Chandler was it! Sweet, shy, quiet and unexpected, she is not what I'd have pictured but author Sara Ney knows better than me!..." Read more
"...I love the banter between Tripp & Chandler, and the relationship he has with Trace, True, & their parents...." Read more
"...Then, he can also be really sweet! I want to see more of that. Chandler - stubborn, kind, a complete contrast to Tripp...." Read more
"...LOL. I am not even joking. This book is hilarious! If you love a grumpy hero, you will love this book!" Read more
Customers enjoy the writing quality of the book. They find it well-written, easy to read, and praise the author's knack for describing family chaos.
"...But he loves his family, his friends, his Chewy... OMH, CHEWY! Great dog-writing. : )..." Read more
"...Easy to read, fun and a totally enjoyable read." Read more
"...it 3 stars because while I didn't like the storyline, the writing itself was good. It flowed well and was easy to read." Read more
"...Chandler, on the other hand is well mannered and polite and is able to make anyone feel comfortable." Read more
Customers enjoy the cute characters and endearing dog. They find the couple funny and adorable together.
"...It is funny, sweet, sexy with just enough drama to keep me interested. Tripp could be annoying because of his immaturity but he grows on you...." Read more
"...This enemies-to-lovers book is full of Wallace family shenanigans, cute dogs, and nosy neighbors...." Read more
"...A relatable heroine, a meddling, teenager neighbor, and an adorable dog that are endearing. I highly enjoyed this book...." Read more
"...Together they’re a funny and adorable couple and Molly the neighbor is the character you hope you will see again...." Read more
Customers enjoy the book's comfort level. They say it makes them feel loved, warm, and giddy. The book is described as funny and fun, but also loving and protective.
"...Tripp exceeded my expectations. This book had it all: laughs, love, and so much in between that will leave you wanting more. More Tripp...." Read more
"...on the other hand is well mannered and polite and is able to make anyone feel comfortable." Read more
"I love when a Sara Ney book is a comfort read. It gives you a warm hug and makes you feel giddy...." Read more
"...Curl up and enjoy ." Read more
Customers have different views on the book's pacing. Some find it fast-paced and engaging, with fun characters and an entertaining neighbor. Others feel the pacing is slow and boring, with irritating characters and an unlikable protagonist.
"...HEA, and because of that I felt like the story was cut short and ultimately rushed. With all of that said though, I do have to mention that..." Read more
"...Omg every thought is how what he says isnt polite enough, isnt nice enough, isnt sweet. Asking a person why doesn't make you impolite...." Read more
"...-lovers book is full of Wallace family shenanigans, cute dogs, and nosy neighbors...." Read more
"...He is rude and inconsiderate 90% of the time. He is nicer to his 15 year old neighbor than the love interest...." Read more
Customers have mixed reviews about the book's characters. Some find them relatable, strong, and lovable. Others think the characters lack likability and entertainment value, with no chemistry between the main characters.
"...where you are cry laughing but also giving you such incredible heart in her stories...." Read more
"...Beyond the 2 main characters being annoying, the mom is more annoying this book and dont get me started on the 15 year old next door...." Read more
"...The banter is hilarious, the scenes and characters are relatable and down to earth... how could you not fall in love with this book?..." Read more
"...I would give this 3 stars but I loved the main character Tripp and the characters from the last book Buzz and Hollis!..." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2024I married a guy just like Tripp! . I loved the book!. Seriously I kept coming across parts that are just like my Steven! 47 years 3 daughters and 4 grandkids and still going. I do wish my guy was a hot football playing millionaire though. Sigh, oh well. The story was a fun, laugh out loud read. I highly recommend it!
- Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2020Author Sara Ney delivers a hilarious hit with Hard Fall, the third book in her new series, Trophy Boyfriends. It is a laugh out loud, slow burn. RomCom at its best.
I was looking forward to Tripp's story because I was intrigued at what type of woman he would fall for and end up changing his man hold ways. And Chandler was it! Sweet, shy, quiet and unexpected, she is not what I'd have pictured but author Sara Ney knows better than me!
Their banter is hysterical. The push / pull is awesome. They struggle to like each other but something is there that they can't deny. It takes a while, but eventually, Tripp gets out of his own way.
I really enjoyed this witty take of matchmaking comedy. It is funny, sweet, sexy with just enough drama to keep me interested. Tripp could be annoying because of his immaturity but he grows on you. I also enjoyed the continued rivalry between Tripp and Buzz.
Tripp and Chandler will steal your heart and have you laughing out loud.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2020It took me a little bit to get into Tripp & Chandler's story because there's not much interaction at first. It's a lot of inner dialogue & they're both very similar in their reactions to being at parties they don't really want to be at. LOL
Once the ball gets rolling, so to speak, I didn't want to put the story down! Some have said Tripp is a jerk, but - much like his brother - he's really very much of the big-heart variety. He just doesn't know how to process/project what he's feeling, so sometimes it comes out... jerky. But he loves his family, his friends, his Chewy... OMH, CHEWY! Great dog-writing. : )
I love the banter between Tripp & Chandler, and the relationship he has with Trace, True, & their parents. Even the sibling rivalry/fighting, is quite fun! And the text messages - also tons of fun!!
Enjoyable read with a bit of steam, and the peek into the next book definitely has me interested to read it!
: )
- Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2020This was a struggle bus trying to rate this. On one hand I really want to give it two stars, but on the other hand I did enjoy some bits of the story and some of the elements, and for that I have decided to just keep it at a happy three stars. I was super excited for this story because it felt like something new and fresh from Ney compared to her other novels that have begun to feel repetitive and almost with an unfinished note to them. Unfortunately this book can be placed along side the others in the repetitive department.
In Hard Love, we are given a douchebag of a hero who is presented as simply misunderstood (I can vibe with this, as misunderstood heroes are my lady jam), and a heroine who is shy and dare I say semi modest? We are set up for greatness, but as the story unfolds our hero turns into an annoying figure with a soft side (maybe?) And our heroine is a complete 180 from the girl the story began with. I think this switch is my biggest problem with the story—Chandler (our heroine) never stayed to who the story set her up as—we were given no hint of this ulterior side to her, but as the story went on and she began to hang out with Tripp more often, Chandler became more like the sassy/snark filled woman from Ney’s other novels rather than this unique individual. And as for Tripp, I could not for the life of me get on board with him. His attitude stunk worse than sewer system. I am all for a grumpy douchebag character, but Tripp was a whole other level of rough that made me cock my head and wonder if he ever listens to the things that come out of his mouth. There were moments, I must admit where I began to lean towards liking him, but by the time I had finished the book, I still was peeved.
This novel, also gives off this unfinished vibe, as I’ve mentioned before; in which we aren’t offered much at the end of the novel apart from a declaration of “I like you”, which is fine if that is your cup of tea! Absolutely nothing wrong with that! I personally, however expected a more rounded HEA, and because of that I felt like the story was cut short and ultimately rushed.
With all of that said though, I do have to mention that Sara Ney brought her signature humor and wit with this novel, and for that alone I gave it the stars that I did. I liked the set up of the romance and the chemistry and banter between Tripp and Chandler (especially via text) is something I thoroughly enjoyed.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2020He’s certainly a different type of alpha male. He’s completely clueless when it comes to woman. He says what’s on his mind, he does not have a filter. I liked that about him. Tripp and Chandler have zero chemistry not even a little bit. No spark whatsoever. It’s interesting to read a story when the chemistry is just not there, yet. They start to hang out and it seems they don’t mind each other. This gives me a glimmer of hope. Tripp really is clueless so along comes his relationship guru in the form of a 15 year old girl who lives next door, Molly. She’s his dog walker. She very clued on about male behaviour and in particular Tripp. She starts to teach him the ways. She’s relentless and absolutely hilarious. He did not stand a chance. I have to say I liked this story and even though yes Tripp is a grumpy MF his hearts in the right place.
Top reviews from other countries
- BooktravertReviewed in Canada on January 17, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A super fun and funny read with plenty of romance, friendship and spice along with great characters. Fantastic sports romance read.
- NJReviewed in India on March 26, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun read
Enjoyed it all the way to the end. The characters are so natural, some conversations a laugh riot.. Looking forward to reading more from Sara.
- Cliente KindleReviewed in Brazil on November 20, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars I waited for so long for this one
Loved the book, gave 5 stars but it wouldn't bother me if the story was a bit longer, I feel like their relationship was going to be a cute one, but we had too little of them actually together. Still, loved this book.
- LauraReviewed in the United Kingdom on February 1, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars The perfect pick me up
I tend to read alot of MC and Organised Crime books. Mostly dark romance and sometimes the subject matter can you leave you feeling a little meh.
This series will pull you out of any funk your find yourself in. The characters are witty, sassy and I found myself laughing constantly at some of the situations on the page.
Considering these are the first Sara Ney books I've ever read, I'm away to start reading some of her other series.
Happy reading
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Client KindleReviewed in France on January 12, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Irrésistible...
Ce volume est dans la continuité de la série. Excellent, drôle que demandez de plus? Ah oui... Bientôt le volume 4.