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Smoke #7
Smokin' Hot
The mafia south of the Mason Dixon line is ruled by possessive, controlling, dangerous, alphas. Except for one. Saxon Houston has grown up the best friend of the mafia boss’s youngest son. He knew one day he’d have to play a role in the life his father and grandfather are a part of. However, he much preferred dealing with raising and training the thoroughbred race horses side of the family business.
When he falls hard and fast for a girl that ends up being the enemy’s sister, he’s ready to defend her innocence. However, she shuts him out completely. Where the girls before her had failed, Haisley Slate managed to crush him.
Two months later… when he opens the door to his hotel room and she stands there wearing a cleaning uniform, he is cruel. Seeing her makes him feel and he no longer allows that emotion when it comes to her.
There is one issue though… She’s pregnant and it’s his baby.
When he falls hard and fast for a girl that ends up being the enemy’s sister, he’s ready to defend her innocence. However, she shuts him out completely. Where the girls before her had failed, Haisley Slate managed to crush him.
Two months later… when he opens the door to his hotel room and she stands there wearing a cleaning uniform, he is cruel. Seeing her makes him feel and he no longer allows that emotion when it comes to her.
There is one issue though… She’s pregnant and it’s his baby.
348 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 17, 2023
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Abbi Glines
121 books86.4k followersAbbi Glines is a #1 New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of the Rosemary Beach, Smoke, Sea Breeze, Vincent Boys, Field Party and Existence series. She never cooks unless baking during the Christmas holiday counts. She believes in ghosts and has a habit of asking people if their house is haunted before she goes in it. She drinks afternoon tea because she wants to be British but she now lives in New England and that's as close as it is going to get. When asked how many books she has written she has to stop and count on her fingers. When she’s not locked away writing, she is reading, watching Netflix and all the introverted stuff.
You can connect with Abbi online in several different ways. She uses social media to procrastinate.
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October 12, 2023
I wanna bleach my eyes, my brain. No, I need a memory swipe because this book was disgusting.
In all honesty, first two books are worth reading, rest is just ow on page laid all out.
You know, I loved Saxon when I met him in first book of this series, but Jesus in here he is disgusting pig like rest of them ( besides Blaise).
I forgave him when book started him having sex with ow, but then he said best blowjob ever 🤮🥴
End of the book, I learned indeed this ow was his best blowjob ever.
Let’s move on, H learns about h pregnancy. What does he do? Fucks his female jockey. Well, it was implied that he might. I hoped, it wasn’t true. Nope, he did! Literally, end of the book comes ow drama and it was revealed they banged and who knows how long and many times. Mind you, he knew she was pregnant with his child…
And what does h do? Well, stand up to him because of course he can stick his dick everywhere and she loves him unconditionally.
Fuuuuuuck! Gosh, I can’t.
🔶 both 20/21 or something like that
🔶 h was molested by stepfather when she was 10
🔶 h was a virgin/ H wasn’t a manwhore but became one when h broke up with him
🔶 separation 2,5 months
🔶 flashbacks of them meeting
🔶 ow sex on page, epic ow blowjop scene with NO gag reflex
🔶 no condoms used because free std #sharingiscaring
🔶 secret pregnancy
🔶 kidnapping
🔶 HEA
In all honesty, first two books are worth reading, rest is just ow on page laid all out.
You know, I loved Saxon when I met him in first book of this series, but Jesus in here he is disgusting pig like rest of them ( besides Blaise).
I forgave him when book started him having sex with ow, but then he said best blowjob ever 🤮🥴
End of the book, I learned indeed this ow was his best blowjob ever.
Let’s move on, H learns about h pregnancy. What does he do? Fucks his female jockey. Well, it was implied that he might. I hoped, it wasn’t true. Nope, he did! Literally, end of the book comes ow drama and it was revealed they banged and who knows how long and many times. Mind you, he knew she was pregnant with his child…
And what does h do? Well, stand up to him because of course he can stick his dick everywhere and she loves him unconditionally.
Fuuuuuuck! Gosh, I can’t.
🔶 both 20/21 or something like that
🔶 h was molested by stepfather when she was 10
🔶 h was a virgin/ H wasn’t a manwhore but became one when h broke up with him
🔶 separation 2,5 months
🔶 flashbacks of them meeting
🔶 ow sex on page, epic ow blowjop scene with NO gag reflex
🔶 no condoms used because free std #sharingiscaring
🔶 secret pregnancy
🔶 kidnapping
🔶 HEA
September 27, 2023
2.5 Stars
The smut in this book you guys... although I wouldn't consider it erotica but, it's kinda sorta somewhat borderline. Abby Glines' books (shoutout first few books from the Sea Breeze series as well as the Perfection duet) were one of the first books that really made me into new adult and so I always have this weakness for some of her books. This is the first one I read from this new series too because... well, tbh I don't really have a reason lol just that it's what I had on hand. It wasn't great per say, but it was scrath-my-eyes-out bad either, finished it in just a few hours too (thanks to the long line of patients in my dentist office). Didn't really get me interested to read the books prior to this one but the epilogue got me curious about the next one in the series (although I'm not sure I like Kye too much - too manwhore-y for my liking).
Safety Gang:
The smut in this book you guys... although I wouldn't consider it erotica but, it's kinda sorta somewhat borderline. Abby Glines' books (shoutout first few books from the Sea Breeze series as well as the Perfection duet) were one of the first books that really made me into new adult and so I always have this weakness for some of her books. This is the first one I read from this new series too because... well, tbh I don't really have a reason lol just that it's what I had on hand. It wasn't great per say, but it was scrath-my-eyes-out bad either, finished it in just a few hours too (thanks to the long line of patients in my dentist office). Didn't really get me interested to read the books prior to this one but the epilogue got me curious about the next one in the series (although I'm not sure I like Kye too much - too manwhore-y for my liking).
Safety Gang:
October 8, 2023
This series just keeps getting better and better, not to mention hotter 🌶️ 🔥 I’ve been waiting for Saxon’s book since the beginning of this series and it was so worth the wait. I love Saxon’s protectiveness over Haisley, and how good he treats her and her family. I’m definitely going to be rereading this book over and over.
September 16, 2023
I cannot express enough how amazing Abbi Glines is doing bringing these characters to life! With each new book, I just get more obsessed!
Smokin Hot is a second chance, surprise pregnancy romance that will have you swooning over the sweetness and fanning yourself over the dirty talk! This book was written perfectly for Saxon! I love seeing his character growth through this series and his book really brought it home for me. I absolutely love Haisley! She is such a fighter and doesn’t back down. These two are effortless, with a great connection. Saxon definitely has the charm and brings the sweetness, but man can he also dirty talk! This book was so amazing and such a great read that I devoured it!
I don’t there is a book in this series or written by Abbi Glines that you would be let down from falling in love with! She is killing it with this series! If you are looking for that more of a cinnamon roll type hero but with some spice to it, this book, Saxons book is the one for you! I one thousand percent recommend it for everyone!
Smokin Hot is a second chance, surprise pregnancy romance that will have you swooning over the sweetness and fanning yourself over the dirty talk! This book was written perfectly for Saxon! I love seeing his character growth through this series and his book really brought it home for me. I absolutely love Haisley! She is such a fighter and doesn’t back down. These two are effortless, with a great connection. Saxon definitely has the charm and brings the sweetness, but man can he also dirty talk! This book was so amazing and such a great read that I devoured it!
I don’t there is a book in this series or written by Abbi Glines that you would be let down from falling in love with! She is killing it with this series! If you are looking for that more of a cinnamon roll type hero but with some spice to it, this book, Saxons book is the one for you! I one thousand percent recommend it for everyone!
October 2, 2023
This was a great read! I love it when the good boy does bad things.
Sax stood up for what he believed was right and Haisley kept her promise, but when those two worlds collide - what out . . . it gets Smokin' Hot!
Sax stood up for what he believed was right and Haisley kept her promise, but when those two worlds collide - what out . . . it gets Smokin' Hot!
September 23, 2024
I'm giving it 4 stars because it was much better than Trev's book, and I've liked Sax since book 1. Probably any book in this series is going to be better than Trev's. I've been cheering for Saxon's HEA since book one. He's not a manwhore perse, but he's being pushed into it via peer pressure from the other mafia guys. He definitely has a conscious as he's coming into himself in his new way of life. He kills his first man here and get's the girl. Sax and Haisley were broken up by Levi and Kye which pissed me off because Levi was a walking contradiction here. Sax has always felt second best and always wondered why he was no one's first choice. He was breaking my heart. The h Haisley was sweet, but some things with her were just unbelievable. She's the second eldest of 8 or 9 kids can't remember. They live in a trailer and she's always had to take care of them. They're poor so it was kind of unbelievable when the author has her teaching yoga. Last time I checked in America, yoga is kind of a privileged thing to do. So how does someone with zero time have time to learn yoga let alone teach it? She didn't have a phone and they didn't always have a TV. I just would have chosen something more realistic as I've volunteered at youth groups and the YMCA for underprivileged teens and kids. But that was a while ago. Maybe it's changed. Anyways, I digress. I liked Haisley and Sax together, but yet again I wasn't really feeling the chemistry. Everything is instalust since Gage's book. I understand the need to push out books especially when it's a popular series, but I feel we're losing quality here. Just my opinion and my opinion only, but overall I enjoyed it.
December 5, 2025
I knew Saxon wouldn't let me down, like Levi did!
He was always aiming on the wrong girl, until finally finding his fairy tale ❣️
He was always aiming on the wrong girl, until finally finding his fairy tale ❣️
October 10, 2023
Aww - this made me teary. Lots of plot holes and shallow plot points, but still a decent read. Love a good Cinderella trope. This one had significantly less outrageous OW sex. Just the first scene and that’s it. The heroine sees the aftermath but not the actual act. This hero was a sweetie compared to his “friends”.
September 17, 2023
Just when you think this series can’t get any better here comes Saxon Houston with his sexy protective demeanor and sweet talking southern drawl. He finally got the girl and got to keep her.
You center me. Remind me about the good in life. So, when I do things for you, it’s because I have an overpowering need to take care of you. I need to.”
Haisley Slate is sassy and determined to make a better life for herself. She’s always been about helping her family.
The crooked grin that appeared on his face flashed dimples, and I felt my insides get all funny. Could he be any more beautiful?
I’m so glad she stayed true to his nature even though in the end things got crazy like I knew they would. I have to say this was absolute favorite so far. Keep em coming!!
You center me. Remind me about the good in life. So, when I do things for you, it’s because I have an overpowering need to take care of you. I need to.”
Haisley Slate is sassy and determined to make a better life for herself. She’s always been about helping her family.
The crooked grin that appeared on his face flashed dimples, and I felt my insides get all funny. Could he be any more beautiful?
I’m so glad she stayed true to his nature even though in the end things got crazy like I knew they would. I have to say this was absolute favorite so far. Keep em coming!!
October 9, 2023
This series! Legit has me in a chokehold, and it gets tighter with book she writes. Abbi Glines has been a writing machine this year and has given her readers such a phenomenal series! Each one gets better and better (as if you think that would be possible). You get so much heat and spice with this one, with some sweetness swirled in. This book brough Saxton to life perfectly, and these characters will make you believe in second chance love. Saxon just may be one of my favorite men from this series! Sweetness, toughness, and man is he good with the ladies with his dirty talk.
Pick this one up if you want to fall in love with a series. Thank you, Abbi for this series and these characters. :)
Pick this one up if you want to fall in love with a series. Thank you, Abbi for this series and these characters. :)
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February 12, 2025now I have I loved all these mafia books from the start each different Mafia character but there was something definitely that hit different with Saxon I guess cuz he wasn't as bad boy as the others he was more of a good-looking rich boy with a little bad of a tendency in them but. The story that plays out is so good I enjoy the Whole thing it was Definitely a page Turner or a listener Turner however you want to say it I don't know when it comes to keeping a story going. I enjoyed the female character and her struggles I enjoyed just the whole thing was just phenomenal and I would recommend though I absolutely believe that you need to listen to all of them obvious stories and start from the beginning because you need to get a good idea of these boys
March 9, 2025
3.5 Stars
Not gnna lie I was a bit disappointed with this book because I wanted so much for Saxon’s story. However it was still very good and ended up ending greatly. The first part of the book was sucky because good guy Sax was being mean and not like himself. However thats what happens when you get broken hearted and think one thing when it’s not the truth at all. It turned around and from there it was top notch! The spice, the love, the obsession over Haisley and their unborn baby! And the ending!!! So good! Sax is officially apart of the “family” because he does what needs to be done to protect Haisley. I was bummed one person from a previous book that was mentioned was not part of the ending but thats okay. Overall ready for the next!!
Not gnna lie I was a bit disappointed with this book because I wanted so much for Saxon’s story. However it was still very good and ended up ending greatly. The first part of the book was sucky because good guy Sax was being mean and not like himself. However thats what happens when you get broken hearted and think one thing when it’s not the truth at all. It turned around and from there it was top notch! The spice, the love, the obsession over Haisley and their unborn baby! And the ending!!! So good! Sax is officially apart of the “family” because he does what needs to be done to protect Haisley. I was bummed one person from a previous book that was mentioned was not part of the ending but thats okay. Overall ready for the next!!
September 23, 2024
ai sei lá o sax até que é querido etc mas o fato dessa pobre coitada ter limpado o quarto que ele comeu uma prostituta e ter catado três camisinhas usadas enquanto ela estava GRÁVIDA DELE vai me assombrar pro resto da vida. queria muito que ela tivesse feito um inferno na vida desse homem mas ela só deixou ele passar por cima dela por uma coisa que ela nem tinha culpa kkkkk tonta do caralho tb esses dois se merecem. coitada dessa criança eu preferia ter sido abortada do que ter eles como pais sinceramente… se o sax era o “nice guy” do grupo eu não quero nem imaginar a nojeira que essa porcaria de série deve ser
alguns livros não precisam ser escritos vamos normalizar esse mindset 💙
alguns livros não precisam ser escritos vamos normalizar esse mindset 💙
May 18, 2024
I really liked is. My favorite is the Christmas gifts. I do find that the smexy time is taking away from the story in this series. Give me some heat, but give me lots of story too. If you took out those scenes, I'm sure that this book would have been half the page count. Don't get me wrong, there's nothing wrong with them, who doesn't love a hot read, but there can be too much of a good thing.
October 23, 2024
4.5⭐️
This is my first book by Abbi Glines and it was so good. I definitely want to go back and read more in the Smoke series. This is a second chance, surprise pregnancy romance.
Saxon was so hot and his dirty talk was 🔥I loved Haisley. She is so strong after all she’s gone through. They are really perfect together and I couldn’t get enough of this book. The audio was amazing.
This is my first book by Abbi Glines and it was so good. I definitely want to go back and read more in the Smoke series. This is a second chance, surprise pregnancy romance.
Saxon was so hot and his dirty talk was 🔥I loved Haisley. She is so strong after all she’s gone through. They are really perfect together and I couldn’t get enough of this book. The audio was amazing.
June 26, 2024
I was really not liking the way the beginning started, once I got 40% into the book I was happy since the male main character that I liked so much from previous books in the series turned how he was treating the female love interest. There are reasons behind his behavior, but still did not like it.. overall Abbi Glines is still my favorite and overall a good read. On to book 8!
November 1, 2024
Saxon and Haisley
Jumped ahead to Saxon's book, kinda wish I'd waited. This wasn't as good as I hoped it would be but softer than I expected.
3 stars/3 on the spice scale
Jumped ahead to Saxon's book, kinda wish I'd waited. This wasn't as good as I hoped it would be but softer than I expected.
3 stars/3 on the spice scale
September 20, 2023
Was on course for 5 stars from me but the last chapters let it down - they actually didn’t seem part of the rest of the book and more rushed/few added sex scenes just for the sake to fill it out with no context. Shame - would’ve liked more about the scan and that chapter to be beefed out by their reactions/afterwards instead
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July 22, 2024
This one wasn't as good as the others. Saxon was more of the good guy compared to the other guys in the series. So this book had a little more softness to it.
December 12, 2023
we finally get saxon's book after ripping through the more 'elite' members of the southern mafia. he's one who's been kept on the outskirts so he's already been established as having a normalish upbringing, kind of nice and respectful and hesitant to fully blend into the 'family', which means he will probably undergo a personality makeover to become a hot-headed, roided jealous freak and kill someone for the sake of mafia business that will be justifiable. i thought i had this one figured out. but then abbi has the audacity to dedicate this novel to her daughter, with a direct acknowledgement that she's been waiting for this book...
first, i had to do the math and realize how long i've been torturing myself with books from abbi. over ten years. her eldest daughters were actual children back then and she so rarely updates her acknowledgement format that i didn't realize they were now graduated high school. but my mind was still blown. abbi writes about the excitement of leaving semen in a vaginal cavity nearly every book, it just doesn't seem like something i'd want my family reading. then i paid closer attention to the acknowledgements in this series, and it had abbi's patented excuses to her children for ignoring them while she writes. no judgement, to each their own, but there's clearly enough guilt in her to reference it every time for over a decade. so then i crafted a reality where her daughter has never read her books, and on the rare occasion she gets her mom on the phone during one of her writing sprees she has to hear about the characters, so maybe she took interest and told her she likes saxon the best because he doesn't sound like a complete douchebag so abbi translated that to dedicating the whole book to her. at least that's my headcanon.
unfortunately, saxon becomes a douchebag because that's the only man abbi knows how to write. this is a surprise pregnancy story which is never my favourite anyway, but this was so void of anything of substance i will forget it by 2024.
first, i had to do the math and realize how long i've been torturing myself with books from abbi. over ten years. her eldest daughters were actual children back then and she so rarely updates her acknowledgement format that i didn't realize they were now graduated high school. but my mind was still blown. abbi writes about the excitement of leaving semen in a vaginal cavity nearly every book, it just doesn't seem like something i'd want my family reading. then i paid closer attention to the acknowledgements in this series, and it had abbi's patented excuses to her children for ignoring them while she writes. no judgement, to each their own, but there's clearly enough guilt in her to reference it every time for over a decade. so then i crafted a reality where her daughter has never read her books, and on the rare occasion she gets her mom on the phone during one of her writing sprees she has to hear about the characters, so maybe she took interest and told her she likes saxon the best because he doesn't sound like a complete douchebag so abbi translated that to dedicating the whole book to her. at least that's my headcanon.
unfortunately, saxon becomes a douchebag because that's the only man abbi knows how to write. this is a surprise pregnancy story which is never my favourite anyway, but this was so void of anything of substance i will forget it by 2024.
November 8, 2023
Haisley’s a chambermaid. Confronting a past mistake, Saxon’s at the hotel with another woman.
Two months prior, her older brother, AJ, had forgotten to pick her up. Why was he even home? He never stayed this long and he also didn’t help with the bills, yet he ate their food. He was the one who had volunteered to fetch her.
She was always having to protect herself. They wanted the obvious from her, when you were the second of nine children, you didn’t need birth control. Your daily life was birth control. Her mother worked twelve-hour shifts at Walmart six days a week, and on the seventh day, she cleaned houses. Five, to be exact.
When Haisley wasn’t working, she was cleaning the trailer, making dinner, washing clothes, yelling at my younger brothers who did nothing to help, and putting out a fight—because when there were that many kids, someone was always fighting. During the school year, she helped with their homework, packed their lunches, did the grocery shopping. It was safe to say, she was never having kids.
Vulcan and Vinn 12) year-old twins, Thorn (10) had regular contact with their father. Silver (15) her sister, visited her dad in prison on his birthday every year. AJ and Haisley were fathered by the same man, a married man, but they’d never met him. Her mother moved two states away to live with her sister until she got pregnant with Jamaica (18) —fathered by her sister’s boyfriend. Obviously, they were kicked out of the house when the paternity was revealed; then her mother took up with a man she’d met in a bar where she was waitressing, he was Silver’s dad. After Cliff, her mother got pregnant with Salem (14) who would have been fourteen but she never made it to the age of nine. Leukemia had taken her. DJ (13) her brother, didn’t know his father either, but every year, he looked more like AJ. The resemblances weren’t those that they had gotten from their mother. There was the uncanny fact that he was the only sibling sharing Haisley’s eye colour. Violet eyes weren’t common. Especially their shade. It seemed that her my sperm donor had hooked up with her mother and left her pregnant, again. She’d never admit it, she wasn’t ever going to give us the truth. The lies she fed us were all they would get. Vulcan, Vinn, and Thorn were from her mother’s only marriage. It had lasted five years before Bobby Mills packed his bags and walked out of the door. She’d never been more relieved. He still paid child support most of the time and came and got the three boys every other weekend. He also sexually abused Jamaica and Haisley.
She had no time to date. She taught eight yoga classes, cleaned six different houses and volunteered at the hospital weekly. The closest thing to a date was the nephew of her boss at the yoga centre had visited during the summer and asked her out, she wasn’t available. Sammy, another instructor—who was promiscuous —made it clear she was interested, they’d dated the rest of the time he was in town.
Kye’s character in this outshone his persona in Burn. He provided a sinister twist of comic relief.
Sax eventually discovers that Haisley was forced by the ‘family’ into walking away from their relationship. She must also reconcile her brother AJ didn’t love her. He hadn’t been a good person, he’d traded his conscience. He’d abducted her, had her tied up, indifferent to endangering her life. Giving her to a gang…and was killed at the hands of Saxon. His love of power, drugs, and himself outweighed his morality. The world he had been in would have brought more danger to my family than anything Silver did would have. It hurt to know her brother had clearly hated her.
Saxon tried to remain in control until AJ started spewing cruel vitriol at her, he wanted to shut him up and couldn’t stand that he was hurting her. The fury that coursed through him and the need to protect her took over. Not thinking about the way his death would hurt her. That hadn’t registered in my head at the time.
Indiscretions have a way of resurfacing.
Grammatical errors.
Two months prior, her older brother, AJ, had forgotten to pick her up. Why was he even home? He never stayed this long and he also didn’t help with the bills, yet he ate their food. He was the one who had volunteered to fetch her.
She was always having to protect herself. They wanted the obvious from her, when you were the second of nine children, you didn’t need birth control. Your daily life was birth control. Her mother worked twelve-hour shifts at Walmart six days a week, and on the seventh day, she cleaned houses. Five, to be exact.
When Haisley wasn’t working, she was cleaning the trailer, making dinner, washing clothes, yelling at my younger brothers who did nothing to help, and putting out a fight—because when there were that many kids, someone was always fighting. During the school year, she helped with their homework, packed their lunches, did the grocery shopping. It was safe to say, she was never having kids.
Vulcan and Vinn 12) year-old twins, Thorn (10) had regular contact with their father. Silver (15) her sister, visited her dad in prison on his birthday every year. AJ and Haisley were fathered by the same man, a married man, but they’d never met him. Her mother moved two states away to live with her sister until she got pregnant with Jamaica (18) —fathered by her sister’s boyfriend. Obviously, they were kicked out of the house when the paternity was revealed; then her mother took up with a man she’d met in a bar where she was waitressing, he was Silver’s dad. After Cliff, her mother got pregnant with Salem (14) who would have been fourteen but she never made it to the age of nine. Leukemia had taken her. DJ (13) her brother, didn’t know his father either, but every year, he looked more like AJ. The resemblances weren’t those that they had gotten from their mother. There was the uncanny fact that he was the only sibling sharing Haisley’s eye colour. Violet eyes weren’t common. Especially their shade. It seemed that her my sperm donor had hooked up with her mother and left her pregnant, again. She’d never admit it, she wasn’t ever going to give us the truth. The lies she fed us were all they would get. Vulcan, Vinn, and Thorn were from her mother’s only marriage. It had lasted five years before Bobby Mills packed his bags and walked out of the door. She’d never been more relieved. He still paid child support most of the time and came and got the three boys every other weekend. He also sexually abused Jamaica and Haisley.
She had no time to date. She taught eight yoga classes, cleaned six different houses and volunteered at the hospital weekly. The closest thing to a date was the nephew of her boss at the yoga centre had visited during the summer and asked her out, she wasn’t available. Sammy, another instructor—who was promiscuous —made it clear she was interested, they’d dated the rest of the time he was in town.
Kye’s character in this outshone his persona in Burn. He provided a sinister twist of comic relief.
Sax eventually discovers that Haisley was forced by the ‘family’ into walking away from their relationship. She must also reconcile her brother AJ didn’t love her. He hadn’t been a good person, he’d traded his conscience. He’d abducted her, had her tied up, indifferent to endangering her life. Giving her to a gang…and was killed at the hands of Saxon. His love of power, drugs, and himself outweighed his morality. The world he had been in would have brought more danger to my family than anything Silver did would have. It hurt to know her brother had clearly hated her.
Saxon tried to remain in control until AJ started spewing cruel vitriol at her, he wanted to shut him up and couldn’t stand that he was hurting her. The fury that coursed through him and the need to protect her took over. Not thinking about the way his death would hurt her. That hadn’t registered in my head at the time.
Indiscretions have a way of resurfacing.
Grammatical errors.
November 3, 2024
🎧 Audiobook Review🎧
🎤 Duet narration by Vivienne La Rue and Ryan Lee Dunlap
Spice: 🌶️🌶️ 🌶️ .5
This is my favourite book in the series so far (I haven't read the first 3 books yet). This is a second chance, accidental pregnancy mafia romance. It’s book 7 in the Smoke series, and while it can be read as a standalone, the mafia subplot in this book carries on from book 6 (Levi’s book), so you’ll have a better understanding of the situation if you read that first.
Saxon Houston, despite being from a family of mafia men, has been living the soft life. He’s 23 years old and has only recently been introduced to the grittier side of mafia business.
He meets Haisley and they have a brief fling before she ghosts him. (If you’ve read book 6, you know why.) Soon after she finds out she’s pregnant and doesn’t tell him. But he finds out a few months later and goes to find her and insists she stays with him until the baby is born because of her bad living situation. Of course, we all know what forced proximity leads to.
I know everyone and their mama hates accidental pregnancy, I love all the ones I’ve read. I love how the pregnancy in this book brings them together. They both still have strong feelings for each other despite the circumstances that pulled them apart. Having to spend time together makes them acknowledge their feelings and work through their issues. It also makes Saxon become more responsible and I love character growth in a book.
Saxon is such a sweetheart. Even though he’s still battling negative feelings from her ghosting him, he takes care of her, first for the sake of the baby, and then because he wants her to be happy and well taken care of. This even extends to her siblings. He defends her against people who look down on her because of her background. Like the other MMCs in the series, he’s a possessive alpha male who goes feral when his woman is threatened and I’m here for it.
Haisely is such a sweet, ambitious, strong woman. Unlike Saxon, she’s grown up without much money and has had to parent her siblings from a young age. Even when she’s pulled into Saxon’s life of luxury, she remains grounded, driven and still looks out for her siblings.
They’ve got great chemistry. And the spice... 🥵
As always, I loved the mafia subplot in this. There’s a strong found family element to the story. All the women are welcoming towards Haisley, despite her history with “the family”. They supported her and helped her adjust to her new life. Even the men became protective of her once she became one of them.
The narration of this who series is amazing, but I especially loved this performance. I’ve heard Ryan Lee Dunlap on a few other books, but this one has to be my favourite of his so far. First off, I could not get over his Southern accent. Gosh, I need to fan myself, just thinking about it. His portrayal of Saxon was outstanding. His voicing of the other male characters was outstanding. He embodied the different personalities of each character and gave them distinct voices, and there were a lot of male voices. Vivienne La Rue is new to me and i really enjoyed her portrayal of the strong, caring Haisley.
This is a great book if you’re looking for a quick spicy listen with a cinnamon roll mafia man who will do anything to protect the woman he loves.
*I received a review copy from Wordsmith Publicity and these opinions are entirely my own
🎤 Duet narration by Vivienne La Rue and Ryan Lee Dunlap
Spice: 🌶️🌶️ 🌶️ .5
This is my favourite book in the series so far (I haven't read the first 3 books yet). This is a second chance, accidental pregnancy mafia romance. It’s book 7 in the Smoke series, and while it can be read as a standalone, the mafia subplot in this book carries on from book 6 (Levi’s book), so you’ll have a better understanding of the situation if you read that first.
Saxon Houston, despite being from a family of mafia men, has been living the soft life. He’s 23 years old and has only recently been introduced to the grittier side of mafia business.
He meets Haisley and they have a brief fling before she ghosts him. (If you’ve read book 6, you know why.) Soon after she finds out she’s pregnant and doesn’t tell him. But he finds out a few months later and goes to find her and insists she stays with him until the baby is born because of her bad living situation. Of course, we all know what forced proximity leads to.
I know everyone and their mama hates accidental pregnancy, I love all the ones I’ve read. I love how the pregnancy in this book brings them together. They both still have strong feelings for each other despite the circumstances that pulled them apart. Having to spend time together makes them acknowledge their feelings and work through their issues. It also makes Saxon become more responsible and I love character growth in a book.
Saxon is such a sweetheart. Even though he’s still battling negative feelings from her ghosting him, he takes care of her, first for the sake of the baby, and then because he wants her to be happy and well taken care of. This even extends to her siblings. He defends her against people who look down on her because of her background. Like the other MMCs in the series, he’s a possessive alpha male who goes feral when his woman is threatened and I’m here for it.
Haisely is such a sweet, ambitious, strong woman. Unlike Saxon, she’s grown up without much money and has had to parent her siblings from a young age. Even when she’s pulled into Saxon’s life of luxury, she remains grounded, driven and still looks out for her siblings.
They’ve got great chemistry. And the spice... 🥵
As always, I loved the mafia subplot in this. There’s a strong found family element to the story. All the women are welcoming towards Haisley, despite her history with “the family”. They supported her and helped her adjust to her new life. Even the men became protective of her once she became one of them.
The narration of this who series is amazing, but I especially loved this performance. I’ve heard Ryan Lee Dunlap on a few other books, but this one has to be my favourite of his so far. First off, I could not get over his Southern accent. Gosh, I need to fan myself, just thinking about it. His portrayal of Saxon was outstanding. His voicing of the other male characters was outstanding. He embodied the different personalities of each character and gave them distinct voices, and there were a lot of male voices. Vivienne La Rue is new to me and i really enjoyed her portrayal of the strong, caring Haisley.
This is a great book if you’re looking for a quick spicy listen with a cinnamon roll mafia man who will do anything to protect the woman he loves.
*I received a review copy from Wordsmith Publicity and these opinions are entirely my own
October 24, 2024
Smoking❤️🔥Hot Perfection! Amazing Story & Narration🎧
Smokin’ Hot
Smoke Series, Book 7
By: Abbi Glines
Narrated by: Ryan Lee Dunlap, Vivienne La Rue
I can not get enough Abbi Glines’ amazing “Smoke” series and its fabulous characters, and this seventh book brings up Saxon Houston and Haisley Slate’s story and wow, what a story it is, one that captivates your attention and tugs at your heartstrings the entire time. Saxon may not be mafia by blood, but being best friends of the mob boss’ son makes him a part of it, just like his father and his father were. He works with their thoroughbred racehorses, but knew he would have more involvement as time goes on and that time catches up to him sooner than later and it may cost him the very thing that captured his heart. Saxon and Haisley’s relationship was short-lived, but he had fallen hard for her and her ghosting him left him bitter. Except her leaving was not a choice, and she is running scared, so when she realizes she is pregnant she does not want to tell the father, and her mother throws her to the curb, and she needs to find another job and place to live. Saxon runs into her at her new job and is still bitter, but the crew finds out what is going on with Haisley and tells him about her pregnancy, and as soon as he learns the baby is his, he takes her in. Haisley comes from the other side of the tracks, but she is a caring and honest person, not looking for a handout and does not have a manipulative bone in her body. It takes Sax a little longer to get past his bitterness, but once he does, his possessiveness kicks in and we see his caring heart, too. The only problem in their relationship and for the Hughes family is her brother AJ, who is trouble, and it was fine when he was staying out of the picture, until he shows up again. I loved all the layers of this story and how it all plays out, with the perfect balance of drama, angst, heartfelt emotions, and steamy romance. And like the earlier books, the writing, plot, world building are fantastic, as are the character growth and development. As always, it was great to see characters from the earlier books again. Abbi Glines, thank you for another amazing story and emotional rollercoaster ride.
🎧📚🎧 Abbi Glines continues to choose the perfect cast to bring her characters to life. Ryan Lee Dunlap and Vivienne La Rue did an amazing job voicing the characters and their portrayal of each was spot on. Dunlap nails it as Saxon, grasping every aspect of his personality, from his angst to his caring side and all in between and La Rue is just as fabulous in her role as Haisley, showcasing her personality perfectly. They set the right tone for the story, captured all the characters’ emotions and had you feeling every single one. These two made a great team, their voices and talent complement each other and their performance elevates this already fantastic story to another level. They are entertaining storytellers and a pleasure to listen to.
Smokin’ Hot
Smoke Series, Book 7
By: Abbi Glines
Narrated by: Ryan Lee Dunlap, Vivienne La Rue
I can not get enough Abbi Glines’ amazing “Smoke” series and its fabulous characters, and this seventh book brings up Saxon Houston and Haisley Slate’s story and wow, what a story it is, one that captivates your attention and tugs at your heartstrings the entire time. Saxon may not be mafia by blood, but being best friends of the mob boss’ son makes him a part of it, just like his father and his father were. He works with their thoroughbred racehorses, but knew he would have more involvement as time goes on and that time catches up to him sooner than later and it may cost him the very thing that captured his heart. Saxon and Haisley’s relationship was short-lived, but he had fallen hard for her and her ghosting him left him bitter. Except her leaving was not a choice, and she is running scared, so when she realizes she is pregnant she does not want to tell the father, and her mother throws her to the curb, and she needs to find another job and place to live. Saxon runs into her at her new job and is still bitter, but the crew finds out what is going on with Haisley and tells him about her pregnancy, and as soon as he learns the baby is his, he takes her in. Haisley comes from the other side of the tracks, but she is a caring and honest person, not looking for a handout and does not have a manipulative bone in her body. It takes Sax a little longer to get past his bitterness, but once he does, his possessiveness kicks in and we see his caring heart, too. The only problem in their relationship and for the Hughes family is her brother AJ, who is trouble, and it was fine when he was staying out of the picture, until he shows up again. I loved all the layers of this story and how it all plays out, with the perfect balance of drama, angst, heartfelt emotions, and steamy romance. And like the earlier books, the writing, plot, world building are fantastic, as are the character growth and development. As always, it was great to see characters from the earlier books again. Abbi Glines, thank you for another amazing story and emotional rollercoaster ride.
🎧📚🎧 Abbi Glines continues to choose the perfect cast to bring her characters to life. Ryan Lee Dunlap and Vivienne La Rue did an amazing job voicing the characters and their portrayal of each was spot on. Dunlap nails it as Saxon, grasping every aspect of his personality, from his angst to his caring side and all in between and La Rue is just as fabulous in her role as Haisley, showcasing her personality perfectly. They set the right tone for the story, captured all the characters’ emotions and had you feeling every single one. These two made a great team, their voices and talent complement each other and their performance elevates this already fantastic story to another level. They are entertaining storytellers and a pleasure to listen to.
October 5, 2023
I was so looking forward forward to Saxton’s book! He’s the sweetest guy among this Southern Mafia group, I would say he’s too decent to be a Mafioso and he’s only there through an accident of birth. I doubt this is the life he would choose but he’s a good sport and does his job.
And of course, his lady had to be as sweet and special as he is, so he got Haisley. She’s the oldest of eight siblings and has been taking care of them since she herself was a child. She’s selfless, works hard to help with the bills and on top of that, she also used to volunteer with children at a hospital twice a week.
The plot feels like a continuation of Levi’s book since most of what happens in this book is a consequence of the previous one. I like that there is closure on several things that happened before and didn’t feel complete.
Saxton was angry and devastated when Haisley dumped him. He didn’t know that she was forced, on point of gun, to break up with him and leave town. And when he learned she was pregnant, after making sure the baby was him, he stepped up and took charge.
I loved Haisley with Saxton, he’s initially so responsible, then as he lost his anger, tender and considerate. Even when he’s mad he doesn’t stop being a gentleman. Haisley was living such a difficult life, and when faced with the life that Saxton was spoiling her with, she never lost her humility and her gratitude. She never forgot her siblings and wanted to share her good luck with them. Saxton was intuitive and acted on that, showing what a special young man he is.
There’s a lot of sexy times between Saxton and Haisley, it was a good surprise to see that Saxton is a gentleman outside the bedroom and so dirty within the bedroom. Very nice and hot sexy times! But overall, what made me love Saxton so much is the decency. He’s good through and through, in spite of his affiliation. I loved that he defended Haisley from everyone, right and left.
We get to see the other guys with their women, there’s Mafia business going on, and a surprise plot twist that really twisted things around. The author really outdid herself with this riveting series that has me anxiously waiting for the next installment and the next guy who will fall into love’s throes. There’s sexy times, tender times, funny moments with Levi and Kye around, girl time with Aspen, Shiloh, and Trinity, and the suspense of the family business. A total and fascinating package!
And of course, his lady had to be as sweet and special as he is, so he got Haisley. She’s the oldest of eight siblings and has been taking care of them since she herself was a child. She’s selfless, works hard to help with the bills and on top of that, she also used to volunteer with children at a hospital twice a week.
The plot feels like a continuation of Levi’s book since most of what happens in this book is a consequence of the previous one. I like that there is closure on several things that happened before and didn’t feel complete.
Saxton was angry and devastated when Haisley dumped him. He didn’t know that she was forced, on point of gun, to break up with him and leave town. And when he learned she was pregnant, after making sure the baby was him, he stepped up and took charge.
I loved Haisley with Saxton, he’s initially so responsible, then as he lost his anger, tender and considerate. Even when he’s mad he doesn’t stop being a gentleman. Haisley was living such a difficult life, and when faced with the life that Saxton was spoiling her with, she never lost her humility and her gratitude. She never forgot her siblings and wanted to share her good luck with them. Saxton was intuitive and acted on that, showing what a special young man he is.
There’s a lot of sexy times between Saxton and Haisley, it was a good surprise to see that Saxton is a gentleman outside the bedroom and so dirty within the bedroom. Very nice and hot sexy times! But overall, what made me love Saxton so much is the decency. He’s good through and through, in spite of his affiliation. I loved that he defended Haisley from everyone, right and left.
We get to see the other guys with their women, there’s Mafia business going on, and a surprise plot twist that really twisted things around. The author really outdid herself with this riveting series that has me anxiously waiting for the next installment and the next guy who will fall into love’s throes. There’s sexy times, tender times, funny moments with Levi and Kye around, girl time with Aspen, Shiloh, and Trinity, and the suspense of the family business. A total and fascinating package!
July 3, 2025
Smokin’ Hot is exactly what I needed from Saxon’s book—sweet, protective, and finally… a man in this mafia crew who actually acts like a decent boyfriend.
Saxon has always stood apart from the rest of the boys—not quite as unhinged as Gage, not as careless as Trev, and definitely not as emotionally unavailable as Levi. He’s always been the quiet one, the horse guy, the dependable friend in the background. So seeing him fall hard and fast for Haisley felt like a natural and satisfying progression, especially since their romance was rooted in genuine connection.
Haisley was easy to root for. She’s strong in the face of a pretty bleak situation—pregnant, alone, kicked out by her mother, and trying to do the right thing despite how much it costs her. The misunderstanding that tore them apart (thanks to Levi and Kye playing mafia big brothers again) felt believable enough without being too drawn out, and the moment Saxon finds out she’s carrying his baby? Yes. That was the moment I fully fell for him. No hemming or hawing, just immediate protective alpha mode—but in a softer, more emotionally available way than most of his peers.
Their reunion had just the right amount of angst and swoon. Saxon moving her in, claiming her in that quiet, steady way? Peak mafia cinnamon roll. And the kidnapping plot—yes, it’s predictable at this point in the series, but it still hit the emotional beats it needed to, and helped close their arc with a bang.
Overall, Smokin’ Hot didn’t try to be something it wasn’t. It was simple, emotional, and surprisingly wholesome (in between the guns and threats, of course). Saxon stepped up as one of the most solid men in this universe, and I loved watching him love Haisley through everything. Definitely one of the better, more emotionally satisfying books in the series.
Saxon has always stood apart from the rest of the boys—not quite as unhinged as Gage, not as careless as Trev, and definitely not as emotionally unavailable as Levi. He’s always been the quiet one, the horse guy, the dependable friend in the background. So seeing him fall hard and fast for Haisley felt like a natural and satisfying progression, especially since their romance was rooted in genuine connection.
Haisley was easy to root for. She’s strong in the face of a pretty bleak situation—pregnant, alone, kicked out by her mother, and trying to do the right thing despite how much it costs her. The misunderstanding that tore them apart (thanks to Levi and Kye playing mafia big brothers again) felt believable enough without being too drawn out, and the moment Saxon finds out she’s carrying his baby? Yes. That was the moment I fully fell for him. No hemming or hawing, just immediate protective alpha mode—but in a softer, more emotionally available way than most of his peers.
Their reunion had just the right amount of angst and swoon. Saxon moving her in, claiming her in that quiet, steady way? Peak mafia cinnamon roll. And the kidnapping plot—yes, it’s predictable at this point in the series, but it still hit the emotional beats it needed to, and helped close their arc with a bang.
Overall, Smokin’ Hot didn’t try to be something it wasn’t. It was simple, emotional, and surprisingly wholesome (in between the guns and threats, of course). Saxon stepped up as one of the most solid men in this universe, and I loved watching him love Haisley through everything. Definitely one of the better, more emotionally satisfying books in the series.
September 25, 2023
Saxon has been in all the books so far in this series and he is renown for his charm and good looks, but he has always been the guy who just not quite get the girl!
He is Trev Hughes best friend, and it is in his story that we first meet Hailsley. Saxon and Hailsley started to date but a halt was called to it when her brother AJ did something that upset the whole Hughes Family.
Thinking that Hailsley was involved in what her brother had done, Hailsley was threaten and told to stay away from Saxon. Saxon thought she had just dumped him and left him broken hearted.
Two months later she is the maid sent to clean his room, he has just bedded a stripper from Devil’s and he is so hung over, but he is cruel and angry with her. When the stripper asks if he knows where and Saxon says not anymore.
Little does he know that she was not only a virgin, but she is now pregnant with his child.
She was her mother’s childcare but the minute she found out Hailsley is pregnant she chucked her out. So Hailsley is broke and pregnant.
Levi continues to threaten her and asks what she is doing there!
Saxon finds out she is pregnant and brings her back to his home, as he thinks that Hailsley left him he is rather cool towards her.
The chemistry between them is too much and things hot up for them.
As things seem to be settling down for them as a couple, there is danger once again as her brother AJ decides to use his sister for his own gain, a situation that enrages Saxon.
You will have to read to find out what happens, but it is fabulous and Saxon kills for her!
I cannot wait for the next book!
He is Trev Hughes best friend, and it is in his story that we first meet Hailsley. Saxon and Hailsley started to date but a halt was called to it when her brother AJ did something that upset the whole Hughes Family.
Thinking that Hailsley was involved in what her brother had done, Hailsley was threaten and told to stay away from Saxon. Saxon thought she had just dumped him and left him broken hearted.
Two months later she is the maid sent to clean his room, he has just bedded a stripper from Devil’s and he is so hung over, but he is cruel and angry with her. When the stripper asks if he knows where and Saxon says not anymore.
Little does he know that she was not only a virgin, but she is now pregnant with his child.
She was her mother’s childcare but the minute she found out Hailsley is pregnant she chucked her out. So Hailsley is broke and pregnant.
Levi continues to threaten her and asks what she is doing there!
Saxon finds out she is pregnant and brings her back to his home, as he thinks that Hailsley left him he is rather cool towards her.
The chemistry between them is too much and things hot up for them.
As things seem to be settling down for them as a couple, there is danger once again as her brother AJ decides to use his sister for his own gain, a situation that enrages Saxon.
You will have to read to find out what happens, but it is fabulous and Saxon kills for her!
I cannot wait for the next book!
September 14, 2023
This book will give you hot flashes! How can you go wrong with a sexy, powerful mafia stud and a strong-willed heroine? Saxon is young, hot, and loyal to his family but still has inner reservations about the reality of what he is apart of even knowing he has no choice in it. Haisley is a survivor, born into rough circumstances and forced to forgo a childhood, she lets her guard down one time with Saxon and loses what little she has in life as a result. When Haisley was forced to walk away from Saxon after finding out about "the family" and her brother's reckless actions she believes she is left on her own to survive after her mother turns her out of the only home she has ever known.
This book picks up on her accidental cross of paths with Saxon a couple months later. Saxon is cold and angry with her as he is unknowing of all the circumstances that led to her walking away. When Saxon finds out about the consequences of their time together, he steps up to the plate and things start to heat up between the two of them. If you like a sexy hero with morals and just enough bad boy to bend those morals when it counts this is for you. If you like a heroine that is a fighter, selfless and in need of someone to stand by her side for once this is for you.
This book can be read without reading the others as it provides enough back fill on this couple to give you the full picture but why not read them all!! The heat from this couple will melt the sheets and I have yet to find a book by Abbi Glines that has failed to make me feel that way.
This book picks up on her accidental cross of paths with Saxon a couple months later. Saxon is cold and angry with her as he is unknowing of all the circumstances that led to her walking away. When Saxon finds out about the consequences of their time together, he steps up to the plate and things start to heat up between the two of them. If you like a sexy hero with morals and just enough bad boy to bend those morals when it counts this is for you. If you like a heroine that is a fighter, selfless and in need of someone to stand by her side for once this is for you.
This book can be read without reading the others as it provides enough back fill on this couple to give you the full picture but why not read them all!! The heat from this couple will melt the sheets and I have yet to find a book by Abbi Glines that has failed to make me feel that way.
September 17, 2023
So far in the smoke series, we’ve been introduced to super possessive, alpha heroes, who have no problem doing absolutely anything to protect their loves lives. Saxon is also in the southern mafia and was always known as the nice guy. He fell for Haisley whos’s brother was responsible for kidnapping one of the other girls therefore Levi and Kye told Hazley to break up with Saxon.
Saxon didn’t know why Hazley broke up with him, and was bitter about it when he saw her several months later, and she was looking thin and sad. He then found out that she was pregnant and some of his possessiveness started to show through because he insisted on bringing her back with him in order to make sure she was safe and had a healthy pregnancy. He was determined not to fall for her because he thought she left him. Haisley was thrown out by her mother and was struggling to survive when Saxon found her again. She took his help, but of course, her feelings were growing, but she was also scared of the family because she had been threatened previously.
You can see that Saxon and Hazel both have feelings and it’s fun to see when they finally gave in and realize that the pregnancy is not their only connection. As always, there are people who are threatening the happiness of the mafia guys loves, but of course they are always ready to protect them. It was really fun to see how the nice guy Saxon became as possessive and obsessive as the others. From the parts of what we have seen for Kye I am eagerly looking forward to the next story.
Saxon didn’t know why Hazley broke up with him, and was bitter about it when he saw her several months later, and she was looking thin and sad. He then found out that she was pregnant and some of his possessiveness started to show through because he insisted on bringing her back with him in order to make sure she was safe and had a healthy pregnancy. He was determined not to fall for her because he thought she left him. Haisley was thrown out by her mother and was struggling to survive when Saxon found her again. She took his help, but of course, her feelings were growing, but she was also scared of the family because she had been threatened previously.
You can see that Saxon and Hazel both have feelings and it’s fun to see when they finally gave in and realize that the pregnancy is not their only connection. As always, there are people who are threatening the happiness of the mafia guys loves, but of course they are always ready to protect them. It was really fun to see how the nice guy Saxon became as possessive and obsessive as the others. From the parts of what we have seen for Kye I am eagerly looking forward to the next story.
September 17, 2023
Abbi Glines has done it again! Smokin Hot is the story of Saxon and Haisley. Saxon is a sexy Mafia badass who is is a loyal as they come and will do whatever it takes to protect what’s his. Haisley is a gorgeous girl who has had a very hard childhood. She gave everything she had to raising her siblings only to be cast out by their mother in her time of need.
After their brief romance, Haisley dropped Saxon out of nowhere and completely him out. Only to run into her a few months later. Pregnant with his child. Once Saxon realizes this, he realizes he may just get a second chance with the beautiful Haisley. There are many challenges for this couple, but the biggest one is that her brother is the Mafias enemy. Can he trust her? Will his family ever accept her? How will she fit into his world?
When I tell you this book had me in a chokehold…Smokin Hot grabbed me from the first chapter and I could not put it down until I finished it completely. Abbi Glines has a knack for doing just this and Smokin Hot was an amazing read! You can read the entire series (which I 100% recommend) or this book can even be read on its own. The way she builds the side characters up has you wanting more and more. Looking for a second chance Romance? You got it! Looking for a surprise pregnancy? You got that too! Love a good Mafia love story? Here again! This book has it all. Do yourself a favor and read this. I guarantee you will love it!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
After their brief romance, Haisley dropped Saxon out of nowhere and completely him out. Only to run into her a few months later. Pregnant with his child. Once Saxon realizes this, he realizes he may just get a second chance with the beautiful Haisley. There are many challenges for this couple, but the biggest one is that her brother is the Mafias enemy. Can he trust her? Will his family ever accept her? How will she fit into his world?
When I tell you this book had me in a chokehold…Smokin Hot grabbed me from the first chapter and I could not put it down until I finished it completely. Abbi Glines has a knack for doing just this and Smokin Hot was an amazing read! You can read the entire series (which I 100% recommend) or this book can even be read on its own. The way she builds the side characters up has you wanting more and more. Looking for a second chance Romance? You got it! Looking for a surprise pregnancy? You got that too! Love a good Mafia love story? Here again! This book has it all. Do yourself a favor and read this. I guarantee you will love it!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
September 16, 2023
🔥📚 A Sizzling Masterpiece: "Smokin Hot" by Abbi Glines 🔥📚
Abbi Glines, a maestro of literary allure, showcases her unparalleled talent in "Smokin Hot," the seventh gem in the Smoke series. Within the dangerous, high-stakes world of mafia dominance south of the Mason Dixon line, Glines intricately weaves a tale of scorching romance and relentless intensity that will leave you breathless.
For devotees of passionate romance and characters that etch themselves into your soul, "Smokin Hot" is a non-negotiable addition to your reading repertoire. Be ready to be engulfed in the inferno of chemistry that crackles and sparks between the protagonists, Haisley and Saxon, as love unfurls its flames, leaping off the very pages.
In this fiery narrative, Glines not only immerses us in a love story for the ages but also elevates the art of storytelling. The characters, unforgettable and profoundly human, captivate us with their vulnerability and strength, making their journey one that resonates deeply.
"Smokin Hot" is a blazing testament to Glines' capacity to transport readers into a world where love is a fierce battleground, and desires scorch with an intensity that leaves an indelible mark. With every word, Glines ignites a blaze that grips you, refusing to release its hold even after the last page is turned.
Abbi Glines, once again, proves her mastery of romance, leaving us ravenous for more. Brace yourself for an unforgettable literary journey through the inferno of passion and adoration. 🔥
Abbi Glines, a maestro of literary allure, showcases her unparalleled talent in "Smokin Hot," the seventh gem in the Smoke series. Within the dangerous, high-stakes world of mafia dominance south of the Mason Dixon line, Glines intricately weaves a tale of scorching romance and relentless intensity that will leave you breathless.
For devotees of passionate romance and characters that etch themselves into your soul, "Smokin Hot" is a non-negotiable addition to your reading repertoire. Be ready to be engulfed in the inferno of chemistry that crackles and sparks between the protagonists, Haisley and Saxon, as love unfurls its flames, leaping off the very pages.
In this fiery narrative, Glines not only immerses us in a love story for the ages but also elevates the art of storytelling. The characters, unforgettable and profoundly human, captivate us with their vulnerability and strength, making their journey one that resonates deeply.
"Smokin Hot" is a blazing testament to Glines' capacity to transport readers into a world where love is a fierce battleground, and desires scorch with an intensity that leaves an indelible mark. With every word, Glines ignites a blaze that grips you, refusing to release its hold even after the last page is turned.
Abbi Glines, once again, proves her mastery of romance, leaving us ravenous for more. Brace yourself for an unforgettable literary journey through the inferno of passion and adoration. 🔥
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