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Arrogant Boss
Julian Hunt is a legend. A tech billionaire and a playboy philanthropist.
He’s not someone you meet, not without a six-month wait. Except I did—and not in that sweet, meet-cute kind of way.I wish.
No, I manage to run headfirst into Julian Hunt in a nightclub. It’s the spill-my-drink-over-his-suit kind of headfirst, the break-my-heel kind.But the arrogant bastard doesn’t leave. No, he carries me to my car. He implies that I fell on purpose to catch his attention—how dare he!—and after I’ve chewed him out, he asks for my number.
I don’t expect to see him again. After all, lightning doesn’t strike twice. But when I walk into a business negotiation the next day, who’s sitting on the other side?
Julian Hunt.
He’s wearing a smirk and a perfectly tailored suit, and he’s not there to play. He dominates. I walk out of the negotiation having somehow been offered my dream job. It’s an offer far too sweet to refuse.
But if there’s one thing more intimidating than Julian Hunt at a nightclub, it’s Julian Hunt as a boss. A persistent, dominant, sexy-as-hell boss.
He might have decided that we’d be perfect together, but I won’t be tempted by his broad shoulders and wicked tongue.
Julian might be a hunter.
But I refuse to become his prey.
First published June 17, 2019
About the author
Olivia Hayle
34 books1,871 followersHi there! I'm Olivia.
I write romance with billionaire heroes (despite never having met one in person). They're strong, ambitious, they don't need love... until they meet the women who change their minds.
I love witty banter, smart heroines, big cities and perfectly tailored suits. You'll find all four in every one of my books! 💜
➡ Explore the bonus content: https://oliviahayle.com/bonus-content
➡ Visit https://oliviahayle.com
READING ORDER
You can read any of the books as standalones, because each book follows a new couple. But if you ask me? This is my personal preference...
The Connovan Chronicles
- Best Enemies Forever
- The Perfect Mistake
- One Wrong Move
New York Billionaires
- Think Outside the Boss
- Saved by the Boss
- Say Yes to the Boss
- A Ticking Time Boss
- Suite on the Boss
- 12 Days of Bossmas
Seattle Billionaires
- Billion Dollar Enemy
- Billion Dollar Beast
- Billion Dollar Catch
- Billion Dollar Fiancé
Brothers of Paradise
- Dark Eyed Devil
- Ice Cold Boss
- Red Hot Rebel
- Small Town Hero
Standalones
- Arrogant Boss
- Look But Don't Touch
- The Billionaire Scrooge Next Door
- How to Honeymoon Alone
I write romance with billionaire heroes (despite never having met one in person). They're strong, ambitious, they don't need love... until they meet the women who change their minds.
I love witty banter, smart heroines, big cities and perfectly tailored suits. You'll find all four in every one of my books! 💜
➡ Explore the bonus content: https://oliviahayle.com/bonus-content
➡ Visit https://oliviahayle.com
READING ORDER
You can read any of the books as standalones, because each book follows a new couple. But if you ask me? This is my personal preference...
The Connovan Chronicles
- Best Enemies Forever
- The Perfect Mistake
- One Wrong Move
New York Billionaires
- Think Outside the Boss
- Saved by the Boss
- Say Yes to the Boss
- A Ticking Time Boss
- Suite on the Boss
- 12 Days of Bossmas
Seattle Billionaires
- Billion Dollar Enemy
- Billion Dollar Beast
- Billion Dollar Catch
- Billion Dollar Fiancé
Brothers of Paradise
- Dark Eyed Devil
- Ice Cold Boss
- Red Hot Rebel
- Small Town Hero
Standalones
- Arrogant Boss
- Look But Don't Touch
- The Billionaire Scrooge Next Door
- How to Honeymoon Alone
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December 25, 2019
2,5 ❤️🤔⭐️s
I saw the boss but not the arrogance! Julian turned out more than just fine! He was a great character!!!
Regarding Emily, I can’t say that I liked her way of thinking. She might had been a good sister but as a girlfriend didn’t score high points.
It was a sweet story but didn’t bring out strong emotions or sparks.
I saw the boss but not the arrogance! Julian turned out more than just fine! He was a great character!!!
Regarding Emily, I can’t say that I liked her way of thinking. She might had been a good sister but as a girlfriend didn’t score high points.
It was a sweet story but didn’t bring out strong emotions or sparks.
April 7, 2020
Çok tatlı ve yumuş yumuş bir kitaptı.Yüzümde bir tebessümle okudum kitabı.Ve çok özür dileyerek belirtmek isterim ki kitabı kapağına-konusuna göre yargıladım...
Konusuna bakınca dedim ki; ah yine klasik otoriter patron- dik başlı çalışan hikayesi...Ama değildi...
Julian karakterini gerçekten sevdim.Ben zenginim, güçlüyüm, herkes kapımda el-pençe divan modunda değildi.Aksine gayet anlayışlı, mantıklı yer yerde romantikti.
Emily karakteri de bir iki detay dışında sevimli ve eğlenceliydi.Kardeşi ile olan ilişkisini, özverisini takdir ettim.Takıldığım tek nokta bir fikre tutunup onda takılı kalması idi...
Sanırım hemen hemen her kitapta sevmediğim olay, yaşanmamış bir olayın yaşanma ihtimalini düşünüp ona göre kendini geride tutmaları.
Neymiş efendim birlikte olmaları çok zormuş...
Ayrı dünyaların insanlarıymışlar...
Beni sevmesinin imkanı yok...
Bir gün beni terk edecek zaten...
Annem bu kalıplardan bir çıkın ya...Valla sinir oluyorum.Neyse ki çok uzamadan geçti.
Zaten kısa bir hikaye.Çabucak bitti.Yazarı radarıma aldım.Bi bakmakta fayda var ^^
Konusuna bakınca dedim ki; ah yine klasik otoriter patron- dik başlı çalışan hikayesi...Ama değildi...
Julian karakterini gerçekten sevdim.Ben zenginim, güçlüyüm, herkes kapımda el-pençe divan modunda değildi.Aksine gayet anlayışlı, mantıklı yer yerde romantikti.
Emily karakteri de bir iki detay dışında sevimli ve eğlenceliydi.Kardeşi ile olan ilişkisini, özverisini takdir ettim.Takıldığım tek nokta bir fikre tutunup onda takılı kalması idi...
Sanırım hemen hemen her kitapta sevmediğim olay, yaşanmamış bir olayın yaşanma ihtimalini düşünüp ona göre kendini geride tutmaları.
Neymiş efendim birlikte olmaları çok zormuş...
Ayrı dünyaların insanlarıymışlar...
Beni sevmesinin imkanı yok...
Bir gün beni terk edecek zaten...
Annem bu kalıplardan bir çıkın ya...Valla sinir oluyorum.Neyse ki çok uzamadan geçti.
Zaten kısa bir hikaye.Çabucak bitti.Yazarı radarıma aldım.Bi bakmakta fayda var ^^
June 30, 2019
Rating: ★★✬☆☆ (2.5/5 Stars)
Title:a Arrogant Boss
Author(s): Olivia Hayle
Character(s):
― Emily Giordano : 25 years old, Black, Green Eyed
― Julian Hunt: 34 years old, Brunette, Green Eyed
Setting: Palo Alto, California
Tag(s): Romance, Contemporary
Content Rating: R
POV: Alternates between Heroine/Hero
Smexy Level: Hot
Favorite Quote(s):
― “You’re a rare jewel, you know that?”
Overall Opinion:
Finding a new author that is able to create a romance novel that leaves you swooning for more gets two thumbs up in my book. I thought "Arrogant Boss" was cute story about a tech savvy millionaire and his new marketing guru that dealt with the everyday struggles of fighting their attraction then eventually falling in love with little to none drama. Definitely not the best of the best and I will admit it lacked the oomph to really step it up a notch but overall still cute enough to keep me reading to the end.
March 9, 2020
2.5 stars
Even though this book was only 292 pages long I felt like it was 1000 more... It was so slow I might have fallen asleep a couple of times.
I am not even writing anything longer now as I feel this book has taken enough of my time already.
Even though this book was only 292 pages long I felt like it was 1000 more... It was so slow I might have fallen asleep a couple of times.
I am not even writing anything longer now as I feel this book has taken enough of my time already.
August 4, 2021
The heroine is pretty annoying at first because she first said no she doesn’t want to and then she melts away and said yes. But the most annoying part is that she always IN BETWEEN. NOT SO SURE ABOUT HERSELF! ALWAYS IN BETWEEN YES AND NO. YES I WANT HIM BUT NO. If the heroine is my bestie i will literally strangle her 😂
‼️‼️‼️LOVE IN FIRST SIGHT i think especially for the hero because he said he felt something different inside of him when he first saw the heroine. The first meet was actually very funny in my opinion 😂😂😂 the hero was so full of himself and the heroine just snaps at him.
‼️‼️‼️THE HEROINE IS A SASSY AND FUNNY ONE FOR SURE. She knows how to defend herself.
‼️‼️‼️IT HAS SEPARATION for 4 days only.
And got back together for good.
‼️‼️‼️NO CHEATING
‼️‼️‼️THE HERO NEVER PUSH THE HEROINE AWAY. ONLY THE HEROINE PUSH THE HERO AWAY QUITE A FEW TIMES... and at first it was annoying so much but i understand her reason in the end. It’s pretty understandable for girls especially me lol.
She even said sorry many times when she realize what she did was totally wrong and she will never do that again the pushing away and have doubts about their relationship...
‼️‼️‼️NOT MANY JEALOUS SCENES FROM THE HERO but it was there alright for few times and its funny!
“Josef was like that with everyone, but my inside still squeezed with jealously. I knew I couldn’t touch her like that in public. She’d never let me, not yet.”
“HOT JEALOUSLY TORE THROUGH MY CHEST AND I HAD TO FORCE DOWN THE UNREASONABLE REACTION.”
And little jealous from the heroine... only twice.
‼️‼️‼️NO VIRGINS.
But both have been celibate for a long time...
Pasts partner mention but because they were talking about their past and the heroine meet her ex when the hero was about to have a meeting with them. What a coincidence!
‼️‼️‼️AT FIRST their relationship was a big secret because THE HEROINE WANTED THAT WAY.... he even said to her: “I haven’t dated anyone since I met you, AND I WON’T IF YOU WON’T.”
“But i can’t wait for the day you’re more. I’ll make sure the whole world know you’re mine.”
And in the end she realize she needs to make it official.
‼️‼️‼️NO DRAMA WITH OW AND OM.
‼️‼️‼️HAPPY ENDING! They got married years later and pregnant omg so cute 🥺🥺🥺🥺
I want to give this story a 5 stars but because the heroine is very annoying and kind pushing the hero away quite few times and the their love was not too awww for me too be honest guys... so i give it 4 stars. But it was a good story especially with the happy ending wow
🌐🌐🌐➡️↘️⬇️➡️This is my own personal thoughts and opinion about the book so if thats not sit right with you or you feel I’m not being fair blablabla, please know that everybody in this world have their own different things that they like and don’t like. It may not be the same thing with you but thats okay because i am my own person and you cannot control me or tell me what to do. For example; i put ketchup (tomato sauce) on my fried chicken. You think that’s disgusting? For me its not and i’ve been eating it like that for many many years. You tell me to put another sauce and see if i like that better? I already did many many times in years but i still like the way i like it. It’s called differences between me and you and billions people in this world😊 be open minded😙 I respect people’s opinions about my opinions but in the end of the day if i say I don’t like it or i do like it, its up to me and its on me. And in the end of the day i always liked and show my respect to books and people’s opinions on books whenever that book is good or not good in my opinion 😊 Respect people’s opinions guys😙😙 I don’t want to write this down because its not really my thing to do it. To like address something like this when obviously i know the people who’s been reading my reviews many times and all the time, they are smart enough to understand and respect other people’s opinions no matter what their opinions on book or their point of view 😙😙 am i right? 💕 also there are people even though i already write “this book is different because i have my own taste of book” those people still comment my taste is this and that when HELLO… everybody have their own thoughts on books and what they want to read… why i read it then? I read it and give it a review because i have to read a book to give it a review… why not read the description book to understand before I’m going to read it? Hello just in case you haven’t notice, description books can be tricky because they write this amazing things about a book but turns out the story is so toxic. Maybe for me its toxic but not for you? YES HELLO THATS WHY US HUMAN BEING HAVE OUR DIFFERENCES, WHAT I LIKE IT DOESN’T MEAN YOU WILL LIKE IT AND EITHER WAY TOO. why i still write the review then if i just don’t like a book? Because I CAN and i want to, you cannot tell me what to do and not what to do🤪 if you still wants to be negative and be karens about my review on book after all of what i just write, i will never acknowledge you and simply ignore you because its not that hard🙏 ⬅️↖️↕️⬅️↩️⤴️
‼️‼️‼️LOVE IN FIRST SIGHT i think especially for the hero because he said he felt something different inside of him when he first saw the heroine. The first meet was actually very funny in my opinion 😂😂😂 the hero was so full of himself and the heroine just snaps at him.
‼️‼️‼️THE HEROINE IS A SASSY AND FUNNY ONE FOR SURE. She knows how to defend herself.
‼️‼️‼️IT HAS SEPARATION for 4 days only.
And got back together for good.
‼️‼️‼️NO CHEATING
‼️‼️‼️THE HERO NEVER PUSH THE HEROINE AWAY. ONLY THE HEROINE PUSH THE HERO AWAY QUITE A FEW TIMES... and at first it was annoying so much but i understand her reason in the end. It’s pretty understandable for girls especially me lol.
She even said sorry many times when she realize what she did was totally wrong and she will never do that again the pushing away and have doubts about their relationship...
‼️‼️‼️NOT MANY JEALOUS SCENES FROM THE HERO but it was there alright for few times and its funny!
“Josef was like that with everyone, but my inside still squeezed with jealously. I knew I couldn’t touch her like that in public. She’d never let me, not yet.”
“HOT JEALOUSLY TORE THROUGH MY CHEST AND I HAD TO FORCE DOWN THE UNREASONABLE REACTION.”
And little jealous from the heroine... only twice.
‼️‼️‼️NO VIRGINS.
But both have been celibate for a long time...
Pasts partner mention but because they were talking about their past and the heroine meet her ex when the hero was about to have a meeting with them. What a coincidence!
‼️‼️‼️AT FIRST their relationship was a big secret because THE HEROINE WANTED THAT WAY.... he even said to her: “I haven’t dated anyone since I met you, AND I WON’T IF YOU WON’T.”
“But i can’t wait for the day you’re more. I’ll make sure the whole world know you’re mine.”
And in the end she realize she needs to make it official.
‼️‼️‼️NO DRAMA WITH OW AND OM.
‼️‼️‼️HAPPY ENDING! They got married years later and pregnant omg so cute 🥺🥺🥺🥺
I want to give this story a 5 stars but because the heroine is very annoying and kind pushing the hero away quite few times and the their love was not too awww for me too be honest guys... so i give it 4 stars. But it was a good story especially with the happy ending wow
🌐🌐🌐➡️↘️⬇️➡️This is my own personal thoughts and opinion about the book so if thats not sit right with you or you feel I’m not being fair blablabla, please know that everybody in this world have their own different things that they like and don’t like. It may not be the same thing with you but thats okay because i am my own person and you cannot control me or tell me what to do. For example; i put ketchup (tomato sauce) on my fried chicken. You think that’s disgusting? For me its not and i’ve been eating it like that for many many years. You tell me to put another sauce and see if i like that better? I already did many many times in years but i still like the way i like it. It’s called differences between me and you and billions people in this world😊 be open minded😙 I respect people’s opinions about my opinions but in the end of the day if i say I don’t like it or i do like it, its up to me and its on me. And in the end of the day i always liked and show my respect to books and people’s opinions on books whenever that book is good or not good in my opinion 😊 Respect people’s opinions guys😙😙 I don’t want to write this down because its not really my thing to do it. To like address something like this when obviously i know the people who’s been reading my reviews many times and all the time, they are smart enough to understand and respect other people’s opinions no matter what their opinions on book or their point of view 😙😙 am i right? 💕 also there are people even though i already write “this book is different because i have my own taste of book” those people still comment my taste is this and that when HELLO… everybody have their own thoughts on books and what they want to read… why i read it then? I read it and give it a review because i have to read a book to give it a review… why not read the description book to understand before I’m going to read it? Hello just in case you haven’t notice, description books can be tricky because they write this amazing things about a book but turns out the story is so toxic. Maybe for me its toxic but not for you? YES HELLO THATS WHY US HUMAN BEING HAVE OUR DIFFERENCES, WHAT I LIKE IT DOESN’T MEAN YOU WILL LIKE IT AND EITHER WAY TOO. why i still write the review then if i just don’t like a book? Because I CAN and i want to, you cannot tell me what to do and not what to do🤪 if you still wants to be negative and be karens about my review on book after all of what i just write, i will never acknowledge you and simply ignore you because its not that hard🙏 ⬅️↖️↕️⬅️↩️⤴️
May 9, 2020
3.5/5
August 10, 2019
Sweet as candy read with limited drama. A very sweet read. I don’t think the title matches Julian’s personality. I found him sweet and so vulnerable. I in no way thought him arrogant at all. Em at times irritated me she had a guy who was so into her and she doubted constantly. It was a good read.
Received a copy for a honest review.
Received a copy for a honest review.
June 22, 2022
Another sweet OH read.
July 4, 2023
Avete letto la trama di Un boss arrogante? Non so voi, ma io avevo la sensazione di trovarmi di fronte al classico office romance, dove capo e sottoposta non riescono a resistersi e che tutto sarebbe andato come in un milione di altri libri, ma ero curiosa… e questo perché non avevo ancora mai letto nulla di Oliva Hayle. E sapete la cosa più bella? Fin da subito mi sono innamorata di questa storia, di questi personaggi e anche della scrittura dell’autrice. Ma cosa più importante: non è il classico office romance visto e rivisto. Una cosa che mi aspettavo era tanto spicy, invece l’autrice ha saputo calibrare determinate scene ma soprattutto fin da subito mi ha fatto arrivare il come i due si girassero attorno e quello che effettivamente provavano. Non so dire se il titolo sia azzeccato, ma posso dirvi che Julian vi farà perdere la testa con le sue battute, con la sua intelligenza e anche con le frasi che dice e come le dice. Lui è sicuramente il personaggio che mi ha colpito di più, perché è vero che è il classico capo pieno di soldi, ma ama quello che fa, ha sudato per ottenere tutto quanto e non sta semplicemente nel suo studio a supervisionare, lui è parte integrante dell’azienda. Di Emily ho apprezzato la storia che aveva alle spalle, l’avere la testa sulle spalle, che è semplice e che rimane tale anche con lui. In realtà la storia è davvero dolce, simpatica e ben scritta, e per me ha mostrato due persone che si amalgamano, che partono in un modo e riescono a creare un qualcosa di unico, nonostante le idee iniziali fossero altre. Forse avevo bisogno di una storia leggera, senza chissà che drammi ma che soprattutto mi facesse arrivare le emozioni dei personaggi. Sono rimasta colpita, quindi anche se non me lo aspettavo e sicuramente molti potrebbero non concordare con me, personalmente trovo che questo libro meriti il punteggio pieno.
July 11, 2023
[4.5*]
Questa lettura è stata per me sorprendente e confortante. Succede quando adori gli office romance e i protagonisti arroganti e saccenti che poi finiscono immediatamente per ammorbidirsi e capitolare, cuore e cervello, davanti alla donna dei loro sogni (che nemmeno credevano di avere). Ma questa è la parte comfort, dov’è la sorpresa?
Ho trovato sorprendente la dinamica “innamoramento” dei due protagonisti. Generalmente è lui che deve fare i conti con l’amore, rifiutando a lungo di ammettersi innamorato. Lei invece cade cotta come una patata lessa in quattro pagine. Ecco, qui avviene piuttosto il contrario: Emily è molto recalcitrante, tanto che a una certa vorresti entrare nel Kindle e scrollarla (“Ti svegli? Non si sputa sulla fortuna”)
E Julian? Lui è il fidanzato ideale di qualunque donna etero e romantica sulla faccia di questo pianeta: non solo bellissimo, ricco e molto intelligente, ma anche corretto, gentile e rispettoso. Un vero principe senza corona ma in giacca e cravatta.
“Tenni una mano incollata al tavolo per impedirmi di saltargli addosso. Come riuscivano gli altri a comportarsi in modo normale attorno a lui? Sembrava mandare a fuoco ogni terminazione nervosa del mio corpo.”
Un libro perfetto per sognare in queste giornate torride, sotto l’ombrellone o in riva al lago, con una storia senza troppi scossoni e inciampi. Un amore in crescendo che scalda il cuore… e non solo!
Cri.
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April 12, 2023
Olivia Hayle can do no wrong yet again! Loved this book! Low angst and full of banter! The title might be a bit misleading because I was expecting like a grumpy, horrible boss but really he was just the opposite. Julian is my official fictional crush of the month <3
June 11, 2022
3.5 stars
July 24, 2019
Don't go in a situation on the defensive, you never know the opportunity you may be given!!
Arrogant Boss Julian Hunt, he's a tech genius billionaire who meets a woman at a night club, Emily, he feels something for her, that eventually he needs to know more of her.
Julian and Emily are amazing together! They met briefly at a club, where Emily bumps into him, he was so arrogant, that he believes she bumped into him on purpose, but it wasn't. Next day she's going with her brother to an interview, when Julian sees her, he decides on joining the interview. Well, Emily got the job, Julian decides it’s the perfect opportunity to woo her and prove that he’s interested in more. But Emily believes a man like Julian can truly only be interested in one thing from a woman like her, and she’s not sure if she’s willing to risk her job for a fling, or does she???
My first book by this author and I really enjoyed it, I fell in love with Julian!!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Arrogant Boss Julian Hunt, he's a tech genius billionaire who meets a woman at a night club, Emily, he feels something for her, that eventually he needs to know more of her.
Julian and Emily are amazing together! They met briefly at a club, where Emily bumps into him, he was so arrogant, that he believes she bumped into him on purpose, but it wasn't. Next day she's going with her brother to an interview, when Julian sees her, he decides on joining the interview. Well, Emily got the job, Julian decides it’s the perfect opportunity to woo her and prove that he’s interested in more. But Emily believes a man like Julian can truly only be interested in one thing from a woman like her, and she’s not sure if she’s willing to risk her job for a fling, or does she???
My first book by this author and I really enjoyed it, I fell in love with Julian!!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
August 23, 2019
Well, well, well, Miss Olivia Hayle, I must say I really enjoyed Arrogant Boss. Julian is a sexy as hell, billionaire techie God with a panty melting smile and a boatload of charm. Emily is a young, highly motivated woman who has been taking care of herself and autistic computer genius younger brother for years. The two meet at a club and the sparks fly but they reach epic proportions when they meet again across the boardroom table when Emily’s brother negotiates a job with the billionaire. Part of the package - a job for Emily as well, because Julian has set his sights on her. You could cut the sexual tension with a knife and the best part is, it’s the boy doing the chasing and the falling head over heals for the girl. Although reluctant at first, Emily falls too and they finally get their much deserved happily ever after.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
December 16, 2023
A bit boring.The Boss is not arrogant at all although the h keeps thinking that.A bit of prejudice from her side and tons of patience from him.
Couldn't get past the errors in this book.She goes to his room, he touches her leg and puts his hand inside the pant leg of her slacks.A few minutes later, same hotel room, she open the zipper to her skirt and let's it fall(wondering what she is was really wearing? Yeah, me too!!)Next morning she gets dressed and pulls on her
... you guessed it...JEANS.
At the end of the book she sends him a photo with a long black dress she picked to wear to an event.2 pages later at the event she is wearing a gorgeus red dress.
A bit of attention to details like wouldn't hurt.
Couldn't get past the errors in this book.She goes to his room, he touches her leg and puts his hand inside the pant leg of her slacks.A few minutes later, same hotel room, she open the zipper to her skirt and let's it fall(wondering what she is was really wearing? Yeah, me too!!)Next morning she gets dressed and pulls on her
... you guessed it...JEANS.
At the end of the book she sends him a photo with a long black dress she picked to wear to an event.2 pages later at the event she is wearing a gorgeus red dress.
A bit of attention to details like wouldn't hurt.
October 7, 2019
A captivating read from beginning to end! An exciting storyline that leaves you breathless wanting more! Sexy steam filled chemistry! Emotionally heartfelt, enjoyable and fun! One heck of a twisted, intense rollercoaster ride! An amazing must read!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 10, 2021
Easy, steamy read!
I really enjoyed this story! It had a little bit of a few different tropes- billionaire playboy, bossy boss, workplace, secret, etc. Both the H and h were fun characters, with a few supporting roles that helped shape the storyline.
A favorite moment: I positively swoon when H effortlessly carries h!!!
I really enjoyed this story! It had a little bit of a few different tropes- billionaire playboy, bossy boss, workplace, secret, etc. Both the H and h were fun characters, with a few supporting roles that helped shape the storyline.
A favorite moment: I positively swoon when H effortlessly carries h!!!
November 4, 2021
-_-
this book was not great. the dialogue was dry and stilted and the "jokes" unfunny.
And then there were (small) things that didn't really add up that made me doubt the writing... like paying tech-boy genius only 52k (while they're trying to steal him away from other companies) or the Michelin-star chef who caters parties???
lmao, no. i don't think so.
this book was not great. the dialogue was dry and stilted and the "jokes" unfunny.
And then there were (small) things that didn't really add up that made me doubt the writing... like paying tech-boy genius only 52k (while they're trying to steal him away from other companies) or the Michelin-star chef who caters parties???
lmao, no. i don't think so.
January 15, 2020
Julian is not arrogant.
July 5, 2023
Quello che mi ha colpito a primo impatto di questo libro è stato il titolo, mi immaginavo una storia con un protagonista appunto arrogante, ricco, prepotente con una scia di donne che svengo al suo passaggio, insomma un curriculum di tutto rispetto, niente di più diverso.
Julian Hunt è un uomo ricchissimo che si è fatto strada nel campo tecnologico, ma non è un playboy, anzi, quando si scontra con Emily durante una serata in discoteca diventa praticamente dipendente da lei, sembra un cucciolo in difficoltà, cerca sin da subito di far capire ad Emily che per lui non è solo un avventura ma che potrebbe diventare qualcosa di duraturo, farà di tutto per corteggiarla e dimostrarsi diverso dall'immagine che si è fatta di lui.
"Non sarebbe mai stato adatto alla mia vita… Era un uomo così eccezionale e io troppo anonima. E senza dubbio avrebbe voluto qualcuno che condividesse tutte le attenzioni che riceveva."
Emily ha perso i genitori poco più che ventenne e da allora era diventata il tutore legale del fratello minore Tunter un ragazzo prodigio affetto da autismo con notevoli qualità nel campo informatico per cui molte aziende lo volevano nella loro squadra, ma Tunter ha sempre desiderato lavorare per la Hunt Industries e, quando accetta di fare un colloquio di lavoro con l'amministratore delegato sarà la sorella Emily che Julian dovrà convincere per averlo nel suo team e Hunt le farà un offerta che i due fratelli non possono rifiutare.
Dopo aver accettato il lavoro, nonostante l'attrazione che Emily sente per Julian non ha nessuna voglia di cedere alla chimica che si sprigiona quando sono vicini e farà di tutto per tenerlo lontano e non mischiare il lavoro con il piacere.
Julien coi suoi modi convincenti riesce a fargli accettare di trascorre del tempo insieme per potersi conoscere meglio e con il tempo l'amicizia si trasformerà in qualcosa di più intimo.
Julian vorrà delle certezze da parte di Emily, che invece è proprio una scheggia impazzita, non crede che un uomo come lui sexy, ricco e potente si possa accontentare di una ragazza semplice come lei è molto probabilmente dopo essersi tolto lo sfizio si sarebbe stancato e sarebbe passato oltre.
Riuscirà Julian a convincere Emily della sua buona fede?
«Io so cosa voglio, Emily. Fammi sapere quando tu hai deciso. Ma ho smesso di essere il tuo piccolo e sporco segreto».
Non mi ha convinta a pieno ma ho trovato i dialoghi molto frizzanti e divertenti, i personaggi sono ben caratterizzati, il rapporto tra i due protagonisti si evolverà piano piano a causa dei mille dubbi di Emily che per certi versi l'ho trovata esasperante, una lettura semplice senza drammi né colpi di scena, soltanto piccoli problemi di incomprensione che si risolveranno subito senza troppe complicazioni in modo maturo e naturale. Le scene spicy sono poco convincenti, anche se si percepisce tra le pagine una forte tensione sessuale tra i protagonisti. Adatto per chi cerca una lettura senza troppe pretese.
Ringrazio la Heartbeat Edizioni per la copia ARC
Julian Hunt è un uomo ricchissimo che si è fatto strada nel campo tecnologico, ma non è un playboy, anzi, quando si scontra con Emily durante una serata in discoteca diventa praticamente dipendente da lei, sembra un cucciolo in difficoltà, cerca sin da subito di far capire ad Emily che per lui non è solo un avventura ma che potrebbe diventare qualcosa di duraturo, farà di tutto per corteggiarla e dimostrarsi diverso dall'immagine che si è fatta di lui.
"Non sarebbe mai stato adatto alla mia vita… Era un uomo così eccezionale e io troppo anonima. E senza dubbio avrebbe voluto qualcuno che condividesse tutte le attenzioni che riceveva."
Emily ha perso i genitori poco più che ventenne e da allora era diventata il tutore legale del fratello minore Tunter un ragazzo prodigio affetto da autismo con notevoli qualità nel campo informatico per cui molte aziende lo volevano nella loro squadra, ma Tunter ha sempre desiderato lavorare per la Hunt Industries e, quando accetta di fare un colloquio di lavoro con l'amministratore delegato sarà la sorella Emily che Julian dovrà convincere per averlo nel suo team e Hunt le farà un offerta che i due fratelli non possono rifiutare.
Dopo aver accettato il lavoro, nonostante l'attrazione che Emily sente per Julian non ha nessuna voglia di cedere alla chimica che si sprigiona quando sono vicini e farà di tutto per tenerlo lontano e non mischiare il lavoro con il piacere.
Julien coi suoi modi convincenti riesce a fargli accettare di trascorre del tempo insieme per potersi conoscere meglio e con il tempo l'amicizia si trasformerà in qualcosa di più intimo.
Julian vorrà delle certezze da parte di Emily, che invece è proprio una scheggia impazzita, non crede che un uomo come lui sexy, ricco e potente si possa accontentare di una ragazza semplice come lei è molto probabilmente dopo essersi tolto lo sfizio si sarebbe stancato e sarebbe passato oltre.
Riuscirà Julian a convincere Emily della sua buona fede?
«Io so cosa voglio, Emily. Fammi sapere quando tu hai deciso. Ma ho smesso di essere il tuo piccolo e sporco segreto».
Non mi ha convinta a pieno ma ho trovato i dialoghi molto frizzanti e divertenti, i personaggi sono ben caratterizzati, il rapporto tra i due protagonisti si evolverà piano piano a causa dei mille dubbi di Emily che per certi versi l'ho trovata esasperante, una lettura semplice senza drammi né colpi di scena, soltanto piccoli problemi di incomprensione che si risolveranno subito senza troppe complicazioni in modo maturo e naturale. Le scene spicy sono poco convincenti, anche se si percepisce tra le pagine una forte tensione sessuale tra i protagonisti. Adatto per chi cerca una lettura senza troppe pretese.
Ringrazio la Heartbeat Edizioni per la copia ARC
September 4, 2022
Most important thing to say before starting this review: I’m already ready to read it again. I was prepared to start it over again once I finished it. (And don’t think I’m not still thinking about doing it!) Okay, to the expected review! Emily fell into Julian's arms, and he was prepared to spend the rest of his life with her there. I was instantly hooked on their flirting, and so was Julian. He was so amused by her, and I was amused by him! As a Gilmore Girls fan, I am absolutely in love with his nickname for Emily! He can’t stop thinking about her, and all the ways she’s perfect for him. How sweet and innocent she was, the way she got angry with him. (I liked that, too!) When Emily’s brother interviewed for Julian’s company, Julian very happily held the ball hostage in his court. Until of course, I tossed it into her’s. She took her job seriously, and Julian knew she’d never jeopardize it by going out with him. After losing a bet, and having to give in to a standing dinner date, everything starts to fall into place. (And it was heavenly!) Julian wanted to do everything right by her. Woo her, make her feel wanted, important, special. Between Turner and Julian, Emily never doubted how much she was cared for, or protected. And that’s what she deserved. Can’t have perfection without some hiccups…Julian and Emily didn’t see eye to eye on how things were going. She broke his heart, along with mine. But then this beautiful thing happened: they COMMUNICATED! Big emotions, bit apologies. And then, their perfect happily ever after. I am completely and totally obsessed with them. Their back and forth was always perfect. Their puzzle pieces that fit perfectly together. My brain chanted “I’m obsessed” through the entire book. I read hot sex scenes all the time, yet their first kiss made me feel like I was intruding and I was blushing like an idiot! Julian’s random POV chapters were such a lovely surprise.
Dressed in a pair of gray slacks and a white shirt, he'd rolled the sleeves up to his elbows and undone the top button. No tie, no blazer, and his hair curled down over his forehead in a deliciously thick wave. Men shouldn't be allowed to walk around like that without a goddamn warning label.
Ace count: 73
My Favorite Quotes:
• “You’re in danger of becoming my favorite employee.”
• “I never underestimate a beautiful woman.”
• “You’re cute when you’re passionate.”
• “We could be in a dumpster and I’d still be swooning.”
• “I’ll make sure the whole world knows you’re mine.”
• “Look at that smile.”
• “I’ll be the one in the back, waving a giant homemade sign saying ‘pick me, pick me.’”
• “I want you sober and sane when you finally admit that we’re perfect together.”
• “I have a feeling I’ll be paying more attention to the beautiful woman opposite me than my food anyway.”
• “You’re killing me. Do you know that? The power you have over me?”
• “I want to see you. I want you to see you.”
• “You’re like a very large, very masculine cat.” “I think that’s just called a lion.”
7/10 Dirty Birdy
4/10 Age Gap
7/10 The CEO Type
8/10 Workplace Romance
Dressed in a pair of gray slacks and a white shirt, he'd rolled the sleeves up to his elbows and undone the top button. No tie, no blazer, and his hair curled down over his forehead in a deliciously thick wave. Men shouldn't be allowed to walk around like that without a goddamn warning label.
Ace count: 73
My Favorite Quotes:
• “You’re in danger of becoming my favorite employee.”
• “I never underestimate a beautiful woman.”
• “You’re cute when you’re passionate.”
• “We could be in a dumpster and I’d still be swooning.”
• “I’ll make sure the whole world knows you’re mine.”
• “Look at that smile.”
• “I’ll be the one in the back, waving a giant homemade sign saying ‘pick me, pick me.’”
• “I want you sober and sane when you finally admit that we’re perfect together.”
• “I have a feeling I’ll be paying more attention to the beautiful woman opposite me than my food anyway.”
• “You’re killing me. Do you know that? The power you have over me?”
• “I want to see you. I want you to see you.”
• “You’re like a very large, very masculine cat.” “I think that’s just called a lion.”
7/10 Dirty Birdy
4/10 Age Gap
7/10 The CEO Type
8/10 Workplace Romance
July 9, 2023
Avevo voglia di leggere un Office romance, ma l’autrice mi ha sorpreso, un Office molto diverso❤️ e mi è piaciuto davvero tanto.
Emily conosce Julian una sera, lei sa chi sia ne rimane affascinata, e il giorno dopo scoprirà che il capo di suo fratello, ma lui vuole pure lei nella sua azienda.
Inizierà un rapporto di lavoro molto semplice ma Julian piano piano capisce che Emily gli sta entrando dentro all’anima e gli propone di uscire una volta a settimana a cena per parlare di lavoro, ma in cuor loro capiscono che il fuoco arde dentro di loro e capiscono di provare a frequentarsi in segreto.
Ma cosa succederà quando scopriranno che il loro rapporto é qualcosa di più???? Beh nn vi resta che leggerlo 🔥💕
Emily conosce Julian una sera, lei sa chi sia ne rimane affascinata, e il giorno dopo scoprirà che il capo di suo fratello, ma lui vuole pure lei nella sua azienda.
Inizierà un rapporto di lavoro molto semplice ma Julian piano piano capisce che Emily gli sta entrando dentro all’anima e gli propone di uscire una volta a settimana a cena per parlare di lavoro, ma in cuor loro capiscono che il fuoco arde dentro di loro e capiscono di provare a frequentarsi in segreto.
Ma cosa succederà quando scopriranno che il loro rapporto é qualcosa di più???? Beh nn vi resta che leggerlo 🔥💕
July 30, 2022
solid read from Olivia Hayle
CW - historical parental death mentioned off page
Another solid read from Olivia Hayle. In this one, millionaire Julian hires Emily because he wants to sleep with her (it’s dressed up as he wants to hire hire brother but it’s the former).
It doesn’t quite go his way (she likes the job and doesn’t want to sleep with the boss) but he tries his hardest to romance her (he is very swoon worthy)
So how does it all play out? Read it.
I liked the characters and this particular story had very little angst. An easy, swoony read.
CW - historical parental death mentioned off page
Another solid read from Olivia Hayle. In this one, millionaire Julian hires Emily because he wants to sleep with her (it’s dressed up as he wants to hire hire brother but it’s the former).
It doesn’t quite go his way (she likes the job and doesn’t want to sleep with the boss) but he tries his hardest to romance her (he is very swoon worthy)
So how does it all play out? Read it.
I liked the characters and this particular story had very little angst. An easy, swoony read.
April 4, 2021
This one charmed me. It was too cute and I loved the development of the story.
4 stars
4 stars
March 5, 2022
Not sure of the title as Julian was working for the title Perfect Boss and Perfect Boyfriend with his being so fun and in touch. Emily was the one who kept putting obstacles up. And the whole book is her working them out.
March 14, 2021
I stopped reading this at 20%, couldn't really feel for the characters
June 22, 2022
There wasn’t really anything bad about this book but I just wanted more tension and obstacles. Spoiler alert: the boss wasn’t arrogant, AT ALL.
September 26, 2023
Nemesi - per RFS
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Ciao a tutti amici lettori, oggi la mia recensione ci fa viaggiare a Palo Alto, nella Silicon Valley, sede di molte aziende tecnologiche.
Il protagonista Julian Hunt è giusto appunto l’amministratore delegato, il miliardario preferito d’America e proprietario delle Hunt Industries, una delle aziende tecnologiche più conosciute e rinomate del settore.
Il titolo del romanzo depista un pochino, perché per quanto Julian possa essere arrogante in alcune circostanze è il datore di lavoro che tutti vorremmo. Attento, partecipe, premuroso verso i suoi dipendenti, un uomo a cui non dispiace sporcarsi le mani, un filantropo, uno che crede con tutto se stesso alle creazioni che presenta al mondo.
La protagonista Emily Giordano, lei è più piccola e ha con lui un gap age di otto anni. Prima di conoscerlo ed entrare a far parte della sua prestigiosa azienda come addetta stampa, la ragazza si occupava della sezione marketing di una piccola azienda di animali la Pet and Co. ‘Scheggia’ – soprannominata così da Julian dopo che gli è finita addosso in un nightclub – è forte, spiritosa, determinata, con un grande fiuto per i social media e la responsabilità di un fratello autistico sulle spalle, Turner.
Quest’ultimo è un ragazzo prodigio dei numeri che viene assunto nella Hunt Industries per creare dei nuovi codici. Ma tra le clausole del contratto di assunzione c’è che anche la sorella ottenga un lavoro in azienda. Julian non può farsi scappare il ragazzo che gli farà guadagnare milioni di dollari, ma tutto si aspettava fuorché essere attratto così irrimediabilmente da Emily.
La ragazza dalla sua è tutt’altro che entusiasta di far sapere al mondo della loro relazione e tratta Julian (passatemi il termine) come il suo piccolo sporco segreto.
Ma quanto può resistere un uomo come lui ad essere tenuto nascosto? Lascio a voi il piacere di scoprirlo. Vivrete uno slow burn con i fiocchi.
Il romanzo si legge in modo scorrevole nonostante alcuni refusi. Una lettura veloce che attira il lettore forse, ma personalmente mi sarei prolungata di più in alcuni punti e sul finale. E’ scritto a pov alternati. Nonostante il cliché del miliardario e la ragazza povera sia ormai visto e rivisto, ho sempre piacere quando trovo chicche di innovazione nei testi. Quindi per me è un gran pollice in su. Consigliato per gli amanti del genere.
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Ciao a tutti amici lettori, oggi la mia recensione ci fa viaggiare a Palo Alto, nella Silicon Valley, sede di molte aziende tecnologiche.
Il protagonista Julian Hunt è giusto appunto l’amministratore delegato, il miliardario preferito d’America e proprietario delle Hunt Industries, una delle aziende tecnologiche più conosciute e rinomate del settore.
Il titolo del romanzo depista un pochino, perché per quanto Julian possa essere arrogante in alcune circostanze è il datore di lavoro che tutti vorremmo. Attento, partecipe, premuroso verso i suoi dipendenti, un uomo a cui non dispiace sporcarsi le mani, un filantropo, uno che crede con tutto se stesso alle creazioni che presenta al mondo.
La protagonista Emily Giordano, lei è più piccola e ha con lui un gap age di otto anni. Prima di conoscerlo ed entrare a far parte della sua prestigiosa azienda come addetta stampa, la ragazza si occupava della sezione marketing di una piccola azienda di animali la Pet and Co. ‘Scheggia’ – soprannominata così da Julian dopo che gli è finita addosso in un nightclub – è forte, spiritosa, determinata, con un grande fiuto per i social media e la responsabilità di un fratello autistico sulle spalle, Turner.
Quest’ultimo è un ragazzo prodigio dei numeri che viene assunto nella Hunt Industries per creare dei nuovi codici. Ma tra le clausole del contratto di assunzione c’è che anche la sorella ottenga un lavoro in azienda. Julian non può farsi scappare il ragazzo che gli farà guadagnare milioni di dollari, ma tutto si aspettava fuorché essere attratto così irrimediabilmente da Emily.
La ragazza dalla sua è tutt’altro che entusiasta di far sapere al mondo della loro relazione e tratta Julian (passatemi il termine) come il suo piccolo sporco segreto.
Ma quanto può resistere un uomo come lui ad essere tenuto nascosto? Lascio a voi il piacere di scoprirlo. Vivrete uno slow burn con i fiocchi.
Il romanzo si legge in modo scorrevole nonostante alcuni refusi. Una lettura veloce che attira il lettore forse, ma personalmente mi sarei prolungata di più in alcuni punti e sul finale. E’ scritto a pov alternati. Nonostante il cliché del miliardario e la ragazza povera sia ormai visto e rivisto, ho sempre piacere quando trovo chicche di innovazione nei testi. Quindi per me è un gran pollice in su. Consigliato per gli amanti del genere.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 17, 2019
Alpha male meets his match
Julian is an alpha with an ego, but Emily literally falls right into his hands. She is not fazed by his attitude or money but
when her brother is offered a job Emily becomes part of the job offer.
Their chemistry is off the charts but Emily doesn’t want her colleagues to find out, can Julian remain the hidden secret.
Julian is an alpha with an ego, but Emily literally falls right into his hands. She is not fazed by his attitude or money but
when her brother is offered a job Emily becomes part of the job offer.
Their chemistry is off the charts but Emily doesn’t want her colleagues to find out, can Julian remain the hidden secret.
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