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Players Club Sinners #2
Playing with Trouble
One scorching look. One sinful night. One man who ruined me for anyone else.
I wasn’t looking for anything more than a night at The Players Club to forget my troubles. But then Ford Perish crashed into my life with a body made for sin and a smoldering stare that promised things no man ever dared to offer me.
When trouble at work turned into a full-blown threat, Ford became more than a temptation. He became my full-time bodyguard. My living, breathing, test of control. Living under the same roof as this infuriating man was delicious torture. He invaded my space, my mind, and my body until there was no part of me he didn’t own.
The danger closing in was real, but nothing terrified me more than the way Ford touched the places inside of me I swore no man would ever reach. He didn’t ask me to be perfect. He didn’t try to fix me. He wanted the real me—the troublemaker, the survivor, the woman who needed a man strong enough to break down her walls without breaking her spirit.
In the end, it wasn’t the threats that wrecked me—it was him. And somewhere between the danger and the desire I found the kind of love that didn’t hurt, but healed.
Playing with Trouble is a steamy, enemies to lovers romance featuring a possessive hero, rebellious heroine, and a collision of hearts that leave them both reeling from a love they never saw coming.
I wasn’t looking for anything more than a night at The Players Club to forget my troubles. But then Ford Perish crashed into my life with a body made for sin and a smoldering stare that promised things no man ever dared to offer me.
When trouble at work turned into a full-blown threat, Ford became more than a temptation. He became my full-time bodyguard. My living, breathing, test of control. Living under the same roof as this infuriating man was delicious torture. He invaded my space, my mind, and my body until there was no part of me he didn’t own.
The danger closing in was real, but nothing terrified me more than the way Ford touched the places inside of me I swore no man would ever reach. He didn’t ask me to be perfect. He didn’t try to fix me. He wanted the real me—the troublemaker, the survivor, the woman who needed a man strong enough to break down her walls without breaking her spirit.
In the end, it wasn’t the threats that wrecked me—it was him. And somewhere between the danger and the desire I found the kind of love that didn’t hurt, but healed.
Playing with Trouble is a steamy, enemies to lovers romance featuring a possessive hero, rebellious heroine, and a collision of hearts that leave them both reeling from a love they never saw coming.
270 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 28, 2025
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Erika Wilde
95 books1,831 followersErika Wilde (aka Janelle Denison) is the USA Today bestselling author of over 50 contemporary romances for multiple print publishers.
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October 26, 2025
Violet has been raised with a life of trauma, between her father leaving and her mother choosing bad men who wouldn't stay. She's built walls around herself that no one can break down, until Ford decides he's the man for the job.
*****
This was a cute BDSM romance, with slow emotional burn, but fast spice. I usually love a book with a brat as they're full of banter, push-back, mouthy and independent leads, and general fun. Unfortunately I couldn't connect with Violet, as despite being an older lead she was immature, rude, abrasive, inappropriate, and generally surly. I was surprised that she was looking for someone who could "keep up with her" and yet that meant being victim to her moods, arrogance and snarky replies. It felt like a negative stereotype that a lot of people perpetuate with brats in the BDSM community, and not like actual brats themselves who come from a more playful source that's looking to push back to earn their trust and submission.
The male lead was decent, and the communication was well done, as well as the background suspense plot. I just struggled too much to identify with an FMC who I wouldn't enjoy in real life, that I kept me unengaged throughout. All in all it was a cute and easy read, just not something I'd yell to everyone about.
*****
Thank you to The Author Agency for the advanced reader copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
*****
This was a cute BDSM romance, with slow emotional burn, but fast spice. I usually love a book with a brat as they're full of banter, push-back, mouthy and independent leads, and general fun. Unfortunately I couldn't connect with Violet, as despite being an older lead she was immature, rude, abrasive, inappropriate, and generally surly. I was surprised that she was looking for someone who could "keep up with her" and yet that meant being victim to her moods, arrogance and snarky replies. It felt like a negative stereotype that a lot of people perpetuate with brats in the BDSM community, and not like actual brats themselves who come from a more playful source that's looking to push back to earn their trust and submission.
The male lead was decent, and the communication was well done, as well as the background suspense plot. I just struggled too much to identify with an FMC who I wouldn't enjoy in real life, that I kept me unengaged throughout. All in all it was a cute and easy read, just not something I'd yell to everyone about.
*****
Thank you to The Author Agency for the advanced reader copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
October 28, 2025
Right off the bat! We are delivered a story that’s impossible to step away from, blending intensity with genuine heart. But you will quickly learn, this isn't just a story. It's an exhilarating dive into a world of passion, danger, and unexpected love.
I am obsessed that the characters are both relatable and deeply human. They are flawed, self-aware, and incredibly likable. However, digging deeper the true home run is the emotional depth Wilde brings to their relationship. Seriously, to bring such genuine and pure connection grips the readers more because it felt authentic and earned. Playing with Trouble is a journey of healing and self-discovery, wrapped in a seductive and emotionally charged narrative. If you’re searching for a story that delivers both heart and heat, this one deserves a spot at the top of your TBR.
I am obsessed that the characters are both relatable and deeply human. They are flawed, self-aware, and incredibly likable. However, digging deeper the true home run is the emotional depth Wilde brings to their relationship. Seriously, to bring such genuine and pure connection grips the readers more because it felt authentic and earned. Playing with Trouble is a journey of healing and self-discovery, wrapped in a seductive and emotionally charged narrative. If you’re searching for a story that delivers both heart and heat, this one deserves a spot at the top of your TBR.
October 28, 2025
Wow! I absolutely loved this book. Amazing characters and wonderful plot. Very beautifully written and easy to read.
October 28, 2025
I have to say i'm was not a huge fan of Violet. She really got on my nerves with her attitude, but by the time i was was half way through this book, it started to become more clear why she is the way she is and it was all a protective wall to keep her from get hurt.
Ford on the other hand has had my interest ever since he was introduced to us. He calm presence, but freak behind closed doors spoke to me on so many levels. The way he handled her was a thing of beauty and when she finally let herself feel and be with him, everything click in place and I was rooting hard for them to find a way to sail into the sunset.
This story was not my favorite but I still liked it. She was a handful and he was just the man for the job to keep her in check.
***Review copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads Blog***
Ford on the other hand has had my interest ever since he was introduced to us. He calm presence, but freak behind closed doors spoke to me on so many levels. The way he handled her was a thing of beauty and when she finally let herself feel and be with him, everything click in place and I was rooting hard for them to find a way to sail into the sunset.
This story was not my favorite but I still liked it. She was a handful and he was just the man for the job to keep her in check.
***Review copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads Blog***
October 28, 2025
Playing with Trouble😈
Playing with Trouble is the next book in the Players Club Sinners series and brings us the story of Ford and Violet😍
Violet is best known for being a bit brash and difficult but Ford knows he can tame the brat😁 When Ford is hired on to protect Violet after a threat and some near miss incidents, she’s unsure how she will keep her walls up around him with him in her space all the time. But it soon becomes clear they are more attracted to each other than first thought, and the danger itself is coming from a source closer than either suspected😳
A great story and I can’t wait for the next book in the series🙌 I received an advanced copy and willingly leave my honest review❤️🩹
Playing with Trouble is the next book in the Players Club Sinners series and brings us the story of Ford and Violet😍
Violet is best known for being a bit brash and difficult but Ford knows he can tame the brat😁 When Ford is hired on to protect Violet after a threat and some near miss incidents, she’s unsure how she will keep her walls up around him with him in her space all the time. But it soon becomes clear they are more attracted to each other than first thought, and the danger itself is coming from a source closer than either suspected😳
A great story and I can’t wait for the next book in the series🙌 I received an advanced copy and willingly leave my honest review❤️🩹
October 28, 2025
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Violet needs to let go and have some fun, so is off to club with her sister. If she can find someone to give her what she needs, surely it will be at this invite only, exclusive club. Unfortunately, (or is it fortunately?), the only man to catch her eye is Ford Perish, the guy who likes to get under her skin. Well, they can have this night for what it is - fun with no strings, then go their separate ways. Right?
Ford is going to take this chance with Violet, knowing it will never go further, though he'd like it to go much further, because he's more drawn to Violet than he's ever been to anyone. He wants to see her submit to him, knowing she needs it, but also knowing she won't let him into her heart, where he ultimately wants. And he's right because she takes off after, telling him never again. Until he's hired to protect her, then all bets are off. Now he's going to show her that not only can he protect her from whoever is after her, he can be her safe spot, the one she can give her trust (and her heart) to.
Violet grew up learning that she couldn't trust anyone but herself, so she built walls around herself and didn't let anyone in but her brother then sister. She didn't believe she could ever submit to anyone, could ever trust another with her heart. Then Ford came into her life and seemed determined to show her everything she never thought she could have - trust, submission, love. They may have started off as a ons, but with their intense chemistry and deepening connection backing him, Ford gently (and not so gently *wink*) stole his way past her walls. I love this couple - tough, defiant Violet just yearning for something she couldn't bring herself to voice, finding the perfect partner in Ford, the man who refused to let her keep running from him. The spice is delicious, the characters are lovable, and their friends and family are awesome. Can't wait for the next Players Club couple to fall in love now.
ARC provided by the author for an honest review.
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October 28, 2025
If I’ve said it once, I’ll say it again: “Erika Wilde has done it again!”
Playing with Trouble is the second book in her latest series, Players Club Sinners. This is a Lip Smacking (5 🍋) read with Cayenne (3.75 🌶️) level of spice.
Ten Things to Know:
🍋 Feisty, Headstrong Heroine
🍋 Dominant, Possessive Alpha Hero
🍋 S*x Club/BDSM
🍋 Enemies to Lovers
🍋 Brat Tamer
🍋 Punishment and Praise
🍋 Protector Romance
🍋 Forced Proximity
🍋 Fake Relationship
🍋 Forbidden Attraction
Violet Corbin has emotional trauma from her mother and the relationships she showed to both Violet and her half-brother, Christopher. Men seemed to be coming through a revolving door, making promises that they never intended to keep, leading to Violet developing severe trust issues.
For the longest time, she only had Christopher, until she had done a DNA ancestry test and found her two half-sisters, Madison (Playing by His Rules) and Andrea (Playing with Forever). *Note: You find out more about Violet and Andrea’s relationship in Playing with Forever. Andrea moved to Vegas to be close to Violet. There is tension between them when it comes to Violet’s brother Christopher. *
Because of her past, Violet protects herself with her strong, feisty, and prickly attitude, leading to many not being able to get close to her.
A chance to experience the Players Club is hard to come by, but when Violet gets an invitation from Andrea, she is only looking for one night of fun, no strings attached. It’s supposed to be a distraction, nothing more.
Finding Andrea’s fiancé, Chase Noble’s co-workers around the pool, Violet can’t help but bait Ford Perish, whom she met when Chase invited everyone to go indoor sky diving. Her bratty behavior from before and her goading of Ford led to him showing her exactly what he can do for a brat like her. I love that we get to experience more of what the Players Club has to offer and how Wilde shows some spicy and creative ways to approach Violet’s first visit.
The chemistry between them has been growing since they first met. Ford and Violet seem to be tailor-made for each other, even if they don’t see it. So, when a series of events leads to Violet’s boss hiring Noble and Associates to protect her, it only seems fitting that Ford becomes her bodyguard, there to protect and serve her 24/7.
Can Ford really keep his promise to keep Violet safe, or will he be like all the other men who have come into her life, unable to keep his promise?
This book shows more kink and BDSM elements; however, the spice does not take away from the plot at all. This book is a fast-paced, suspenseful read with just the right amount of wit and steamy banter.
I highly recommend starting with Playing with Forever first!
Playing with Trouble is the second book in her latest series, Players Club Sinners. This is a Lip Smacking (5 🍋) read with Cayenne (3.75 🌶️) level of spice.
Ten Things to Know:
🍋 Feisty, Headstrong Heroine
🍋 Dominant, Possessive Alpha Hero
🍋 S*x Club/BDSM
🍋 Enemies to Lovers
🍋 Brat Tamer
🍋 Punishment and Praise
🍋 Protector Romance
🍋 Forced Proximity
🍋 Fake Relationship
🍋 Forbidden Attraction
Violet Corbin has emotional trauma from her mother and the relationships she showed to both Violet and her half-brother, Christopher. Men seemed to be coming through a revolving door, making promises that they never intended to keep, leading to Violet developing severe trust issues.
For the longest time, she only had Christopher, until she had done a DNA ancestry test and found her two half-sisters, Madison (Playing by His Rules) and Andrea (Playing with Forever). *Note: You find out more about Violet and Andrea’s relationship in Playing with Forever. Andrea moved to Vegas to be close to Violet. There is tension between them when it comes to Violet’s brother Christopher. *
Because of her past, Violet protects herself with her strong, feisty, and prickly attitude, leading to many not being able to get close to her.
A chance to experience the Players Club is hard to come by, but when Violet gets an invitation from Andrea, she is only looking for one night of fun, no strings attached. It’s supposed to be a distraction, nothing more.
Finding Andrea’s fiancé, Chase Noble’s co-workers around the pool, Violet can’t help but bait Ford Perish, whom she met when Chase invited everyone to go indoor sky diving. Her bratty behavior from before and her goading of Ford led to him showing her exactly what he can do for a brat like her. I love that we get to experience more of what the Players Club has to offer and how Wilde shows some spicy and creative ways to approach Violet’s first visit.
The chemistry between them has been growing since they first met. Ford and Violet seem to be tailor-made for each other, even if they don’t see it. So, when a series of events leads to Violet’s boss hiring Noble and Associates to protect her, it only seems fitting that Ford becomes her bodyguard, there to protect and serve her 24/7.
Can Ford really keep his promise to keep Violet safe, or will he be like all the other men who have come into her life, unable to keep his promise?
This book shows more kink and BDSM elements; however, the spice does not take away from the plot at all. This book is a fast-paced, suspenseful read with just the right amount of wit and steamy banter.
I highly recommend starting with Playing with Forever first!
October 26, 2025
*An advance reader copy was provided to me in exchange for an honest review.*
Violet Corbin is hoping a night at the Players Club will be the distraction she needs. She’s looking for a night of fun… nothing more serious. When she runs into a couple of her sister’s fiancé’s co-workers by the pool, one of them catches her eye. Ford Perish is intrigued by Violet, who he met before. She’s loud, brash and goes for what she wants. And that night, she wants Ford.
Their evening in one of the fantasy suites is nothing Violet has ever experienced before. It left her completely satisfied and opened new ideas for her to ponder. What she didn’t expect was for Ford to be so attentive once they were done. That made her uncomfortable and had her leaving the Club pretty quickly.
When a situation arises that may have been connected to something in her professional life, the casino she works for hires her a full-time bodyguard from Noble and Associates to be with her 24/7 until they can get to the bottom of it. Of course, that bodyguard turns out to be Ford. She enjoyed her evening with Ford, but that’s all it was… an evening. Violet has always been able to take care of herself and her little brother. Her father didn’t stick around, and her mother was always off chasing her next great love. It left Violet with a strong distrust for men. Which is why she decided to make Ford life difficult as possible.
But being in one another’s company all day and night, Violet’s defenses start to wear down. There’s definitely a strong connection between the two of them. Neither one can stop thinking about their night together. The brattiness turns into foreplay. Their scenes melt the words right off the pages. And when her townhouse is broken into and everything she owns is destroyed, Ford moves her into his condo.
I’m going to stop right there, since what comes next is why Violet is being targeted and who it really is about. But let’s just say that what Ford proposes to get her out of this tangled web doesn’t make Violet happy. Will she realize that what Ford’s doing is not only for the greater good but because he actually has real feelings for her? Will Violet realize that not all men are like her father and that she does deserve to be loved?
“To make her believe she was enough. Enough to be loved. Enough to be mine.”
Erika Wilde creates characters that can see the best in each other, not in rose-colored glasses, but with all their flaws hanging out for the world to see. She doesn’t want them to change, but for them to realize that they deserve love and respect for who they are. This book made me forget about the world for a while and lose myself in the story. Can’t wait for the next book in this steamy series.
Violet Corbin is hoping a night at the Players Club will be the distraction she needs. She’s looking for a night of fun… nothing more serious. When she runs into a couple of her sister’s fiancé’s co-workers by the pool, one of them catches her eye. Ford Perish is intrigued by Violet, who he met before. She’s loud, brash and goes for what she wants. And that night, she wants Ford.
Their evening in one of the fantasy suites is nothing Violet has ever experienced before. It left her completely satisfied and opened new ideas for her to ponder. What she didn’t expect was for Ford to be so attentive once they were done. That made her uncomfortable and had her leaving the Club pretty quickly.
When a situation arises that may have been connected to something in her professional life, the casino she works for hires her a full-time bodyguard from Noble and Associates to be with her 24/7 until they can get to the bottom of it. Of course, that bodyguard turns out to be Ford. She enjoyed her evening with Ford, but that’s all it was… an evening. Violet has always been able to take care of herself and her little brother. Her father didn’t stick around, and her mother was always off chasing her next great love. It left Violet with a strong distrust for men. Which is why she decided to make Ford life difficult as possible.
But being in one another’s company all day and night, Violet’s defenses start to wear down. There’s definitely a strong connection between the two of them. Neither one can stop thinking about their night together. The brattiness turns into foreplay. Their scenes melt the words right off the pages. And when her townhouse is broken into and everything she owns is destroyed, Ford moves her into his condo.
I’m going to stop right there, since what comes next is why Violet is being targeted and who it really is about. But let’s just say that what Ford proposes to get her out of this tangled web doesn’t make Violet happy. Will she realize that what Ford’s doing is not only for the greater good but because he actually has real feelings for her? Will Violet realize that not all men are like her father and that she does deserve to be loved?
“To make her believe she was enough. Enough to be loved. Enough to be mine.”
Erika Wilde creates characters that can see the best in each other, not in rose-colored glasses, but with all their flaws hanging out for the world to see. She doesn’t want them to change, but for them to realize that they deserve love and respect for who they are. This book made me forget about the world for a while and lose myself in the story. Can’t wait for the next book in this steamy series.
October 21, 2025
🔥 Enemies to Lovers
🖤 Bodyguard Romance
🔥 Forced Proximity
🖤 Possessive Hero
🔥 Strong Heroine
🖤 Emotional Healing
🔥 Forbidden Attraction
🖤 Protective Alpha
🔥 Found Safety in Love
Star: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25
Playing with Trouble by Erika Wilde is an addictive blend of heat, danger, and heartfelt emotion that perfectly captures what makes enemies-to-lovers romances so intoxicating. As book two in The Players Club Sinners series, it turns the temperature up even higher with a forbidden mix of lust, tension, and vulnerability that keeps you hooked until the very last page.
Violet is a woman who’s been through her share of pain, strong, independent, and unapologetically bold. She’s not looking for love, or even a second chance at trust, when she visits The Players Club for a night of distraction. But Ford Perish changes everything. One look, one night, and suddenly she’s caught in a connection that feels both dangerous and inevitable. Ford is the kind of hero you can’t help but fall for protective, possessive, and intense in all the right ways. He doesn’t try to tame Violet; instead, he challenges her to face her fears and embrace her power.
When a threat from Violet’s professional life escalates, Ford steps in as her full-time bodyguard, and the forced proximity sets off a delicious storm of temptation and emotional chaos. Their dynamic is pure fire constant push and pull, sharp banter, and undeniable attraction. Erika Wilde crafts their relationship with just the right balance of passion and depth, showing how both characters evolve as they navigate danger, desire, and the walls they’ve built around their hearts.
What makes this story stand out isn’t just the spice though there’s plenty of that it’s the emotional intimacy that grows between Ford and Violet. Beneath the possessiveness and tension lies a deep tenderness. Ford doesn’t want to fix her; he wants to see her, flaws and all. Their connection becomes a safe haven, not despite the chaos, but because of it.
Erika Wilde’s writing is sensual and sharp, with just enough suspense to keep your pulse racing alongside the romance. Every stolen glance, every heated argument, and every quiet moment of vulnerability feels earned and deeply satisfying.
🖤 Bodyguard Romance
🔥 Forced Proximity
🖤 Possessive Hero
🔥 Strong Heroine
🖤 Emotional Healing
🔥 Forbidden Attraction
🖤 Protective Alpha
🔥 Found Safety in Love
Star: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25
Playing with Trouble by Erika Wilde is an addictive blend of heat, danger, and heartfelt emotion that perfectly captures what makes enemies-to-lovers romances so intoxicating. As book two in The Players Club Sinners series, it turns the temperature up even higher with a forbidden mix of lust, tension, and vulnerability that keeps you hooked until the very last page.
Violet is a woman who’s been through her share of pain, strong, independent, and unapologetically bold. She’s not looking for love, or even a second chance at trust, when she visits The Players Club for a night of distraction. But Ford Perish changes everything. One look, one night, and suddenly she’s caught in a connection that feels both dangerous and inevitable. Ford is the kind of hero you can’t help but fall for protective, possessive, and intense in all the right ways. He doesn’t try to tame Violet; instead, he challenges her to face her fears and embrace her power.
When a threat from Violet’s professional life escalates, Ford steps in as her full-time bodyguard, and the forced proximity sets off a delicious storm of temptation and emotional chaos. Their dynamic is pure fire constant push and pull, sharp banter, and undeniable attraction. Erika Wilde crafts their relationship with just the right balance of passion and depth, showing how both characters evolve as they navigate danger, desire, and the walls they’ve built around their hearts.
What makes this story stand out isn’t just the spice though there’s plenty of that it’s the emotional intimacy that grows between Ford and Violet. Beneath the possessiveness and tension lies a deep tenderness. Ford doesn’t want to fix her; he wants to see her, flaws and all. Their connection becomes a safe haven, not despite the chaos, but because of it.
Erika Wilde’s writing is sensual and sharp, with just enough suspense to keep your pulse racing alongside the romance. Every stolen glance, every heated argument, and every quiet moment of vulnerability feels earned and deeply satisfying.
October 28, 2025
Hot, sexy & delicious
I loved this book! PLAYING WITH TROUBLE, Players Club Sinners #2, was one sizzling hot, sexy, delicious story which I couldn't devour quick enough. A fake relationship, protective and dominant alpha, feisty heroine romance which had me constantly smiling and fanning myself.
Violet Corbin hasn't had the greatest life, she has issues with trust and believes love only leads to being vulnerable. She has a bratty and sarcastic attitude, mainly to keep others from getting close. She also has the added stress of looking after her younger brother. Ford Perish is ex-military and now works as a bodyguard. He and Violet know each other through mutual friends, and he's always felt a pull toward her, mainly because of her bratty behavior and his need to tame her. One night at the Players Club was all they were meant to share, but plans don't always work out, do they?
When Violet is threatened at work her employer a bodyguard is hired to watch over her, of course that bodyguard happens to be Ford. Being in close proximity only deepens the tension between them and also their connection. I loved Violet's constant teasing of Ford, her brattiness was spectacular, and Ford's reactions were exactly as I expected an alpha to be. Let's just say, Ford knows how to keep a brat under control. When the threat against Violet worsens Ford quickly changes her living arrangements, his family becomes involved, and relationship statuses are slightly exaggerated. There is more to the threats against Violet, and when it is revealed who is behind them everything finally begins to add up.
Erika Wilde has delivered another entertaining story. Her characters were relatable and likeable, even with the flaws they both willingly acknowledge. Another wonderful addition to this series, and now I can't wait for Playing For Surrender , Tate Holland's story. Make sure to download the NSFW Bonus Scene ... it's hot!
Read and Reviewed for Reading Is Our Satisfaction
✨✨✨✨✨ FIVE STARS
I loved this book! PLAYING WITH TROUBLE, Players Club Sinners #2, was one sizzling hot, sexy, delicious story which I couldn't devour quick enough. A fake relationship, protective and dominant alpha, feisty heroine romance which had me constantly smiling and fanning myself.
Violet Corbin hasn't had the greatest life, she has issues with trust and believes love only leads to being vulnerable. She has a bratty and sarcastic attitude, mainly to keep others from getting close. She also has the added stress of looking after her younger brother. Ford Perish is ex-military and now works as a bodyguard. He and Violet know each other through mutual friends, and he's always felt a pull toward her, mainly because of her bratty behavior and his need to tame her. One night at the Players Club was all they were meant to share, but plans don't always work out, do they?
When Violet is threatened at work her employer a bodyguard is hired to watch over her, of course that bodyguard happens to be Ford. Being in close proximity only deepens the tension between them and also their connection. I loved Violet's constant teasing of Ford, her brattiness was spectacular, and Ford's reactions were exactly as I expected an alpha to be. Let's just say, Ford knows how to keep a brat under control. When the threat against Violet worsens Ford quickly changes her living arrangements, his family becomes involved, and relationship statuses are slightly exaggerated. There is more to the threats against Violet, and when it is revealed who is behind them everything finally begins to add up.
Erika Wilde has delivered another entertaining story. Her characters were relatable and likeable, even with the flaws they both willingly acknowledge. Another wonderful addition to this series, and now I can't wait for Playing For Surrender , Tate Holland's story. Make sure to download the NSFW Bonus Scene ... it's hot!
Read and Reviewed for Reading Is Our Satisfaction
✨✨✨✨✨ FIVE STARS
October 28, 2025
ARC Review
Playing with Trouble is an exhilarating journey into the world of passion, danger, and unexpected love. Erika Wilde masterfully crafts a narrative that grips you from the first page and doesn’t let go until the last.
The chemistry between Ford and Violet, is electric. Ford, with his smoldering looks and protective nature, is the quintessential possessive hero that readers adore. The way he intrudes into Violet's life, transforming her escape into a thrilling game of desire and vulnerability, is both captivating and relatable. Wilde's portrayal of their dynamic is a delicious blend of tension and tenderness that had me rooting for them every step of the way.
What truly stands out is the depth of the characters. Violet’s journey from a troubled past to discovering her strength is beautifully written. Ford doesn’t just guard her body; he protects her spirit, encouraging her to embrace her true self. Their relationship evolves from one of mere attraction to a profound connection that feels genuine and heartfelt.
The stakes are high, and the danger lurking in the background adds a thrilling dimension to the romance. Wilde expertly balances the suspense with steamy moments, leaving readers breathless and eager for more. The enemies-to-lovers trope is executed flawlessly, with witty banter and palpable tension that keeps you turning the pages.
Playing with Trouble is not just a romance; it's a story of healing and self-discovery wrapped in a tantalizing package. If you're looking for a book that offers both heart and heat, this one is a must-read. Wilde has crafted a tale that lingers long after the last page, and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next!
Playing with Trouble is an exhilarating journey into the world of passion, danger, and unexpected love. Erika Wilde masterfully crafts a narrative that grips you from the first page and doesn’t let go until the last.
The chemistry between Ford and Violet, is electric. Ford, with his smoldering looks and protective nature, is the quintessential possessive hero that readers adore. The way he intrudes into Violet's life, transforming her escape into a thrilling game of desire and vulnerability, is both captivating and relatable. Wilde's portrayal of their dynamic is a delicious blend of tension and tenderness that had me rooting for them every step of the way.
What truly stands out is the depth of the characters. Violet’s journey from a troubled past to discovering her strength is beautifully written. Ford doesn’t just guard her body; he protects her spirit, encouraging her to embrace her true self. Their relationship evolves from one of mere attraction to a profound connection that feels genuine and heartfelt.
The stakes are high, and the danger lurking in the background adds a thrilling dimension to the romance. Wilde expertly balances the suspense with steamy moments, leaving readers breathless and eager for more. The enemies-to-lovers trope is executed flawlessly, with witty banter and palpable tension that keeps you turning the pages.
Playing with Trouble is not just a romance; it's a story of healing and self-discovery wrapped in a tantalizing package. If you're looking for a book that offers both heart and heat, this one is a must-read. Wilde has crafted a tale that lingers long after the last page, and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next!
October 28, 2025
Oh my, the men of the Players Club Sinners series just keep getting sexier with each new book. I’ve loved this entire universe starting with the Marriage Diaries(Dean & Jillian Noble). Erika Wilde’s newest Players Club Sinners installment is Playing With Trouble featuring the sexy and formidable Ford Perish and the gorgeous and beautiful “brat” Violet Corbin. This author never disappoints with all aspects of her books. Writing style, beautiful and heartfelt characters that are well developed, sexy, and a bit of suspense that make the fall even harder for the women their hearts decide to love. Ford Perish is a security specialist with Noble & Associates who very much likes to “run the show” during the between-the-sheets scenes. Ford is definitely one gorgeous and smart hunk of a man with the biggest heart. Violet Corbin is a well respected card dealer of a Las Vegas casino. Her road to adulthood was not easy and as she watched her mom during these times she learned that men were not trustworthy. Will Ford be able to crack Violet’s defenses and protect her long enough to find a forever kind of love? Read and find out!! I am totally in love with this series. The between-the-sheets scenes you wonder about? Well, you will definitely need a fan! Because not only are these scenes spicy there are elements of much spicier activities going on at the Players Club. Whether you have read an Erika Wilde book before or are new to this author I’m quite confident you will completely and utterly fall in love with Ford and Violet.
October 30, 2025
Playing with Trouble is book two in the Players Club Sinners series and is the story of Violet and Ford. This is an enemies(ish) to lovers, BDSM, close proximity romance.
Violet has lived a tough life and being an out-spoken, brash brat is her defense against the world. Ford is driven and as someone who works security, control is part of his nature. Having crossed paths before, Violet and Ford have an attraction to one another and when they see one another at the Players Club, Violet can't help but be a brat. As much as she was hoping for someone to be able to handle her attitude, she never expected Ford to be the one to step up to her challenge. When danger comes looking for Violet, Ford is the one to protect her as her bodyguard but such close proximity has them being more than just a job for Ford.
This story was hot as Hades from the get go and the chemistry between Ford and Violet was even hotter. Violet is the ultimate brat but it is her insecurities that make that her default. Ford sees through Violet's brattiness and sees her for the woman underneath the snark and attitude. I appreciated how Ford was so patient with Violet and let her be herself and not try to change her but allowed her to submit to what she needed. The way that Ford's family embraced Violet was beautiful and gave her the feeling of being a part of a family she had never had.
If you are looking for a super spicy book, with some angst, intrigue and a whole lot of heart, this is the book for you. I received an advanced copy of this book and am leaving an honest review to show my appreciation.
Violet has lived a tough life and being an out-spoken, brash brat is her defense against the world. Ford is driven and as someone who works security, control is part of his nature. Having crossed paths before, Violet and Ford have an attraction to one another and when they see one another at the Players Club, Violet can't help but be a brat. As much as she was hoping for someone to be able to handle her attitude, she never expected Ford to be the one to step up to her challenge. When danger comes looking for Violet, Ford is the one to protect her as her bodyguard but such close proximity has them being more than just a job for Ford.
This story was hot as Hades from the get go and the chemistry between Ford and Violet was even hotter. Violet is the ultimate brat but it is her insecurities that make that her default. Ford sees through Violet's brattiness and sees her for the woman underneath the snark and attitude. I appreciated how Ford was so patient with Violet and let her be herself and not try to change her but allowed her to submit to what she needed. The way that Ford's family embraced Violet was beautiful and gave her the feeling of being a part of a family she had never had.
If you are looking for a super spicy book, with some angst, intrigue and a whole lot of heart, this is the book for you. I received an advanced copy of this book and am leaving an honest review to show my appreciation.
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October 28, 2025"My biggest distraction was about to become my most tempting challenge."
⭐⭐⭐⭐
We love a bodyguard romance with a bratty FMC.
This is my first of Erika Wilde's books, and I'm sure it won't be the last.
We're introduced to the spice and what we can expect from the get-go.
The spice is SPICING right off the bat, with some hefty BDSM scenes that go for quite some time.
I really enjoyed Ford. As someone who absolutely HATES miscommunication in books - his communication level was off the charts, and it was a breath of fresh air. I'm always here for a man who speaks his mind and states what he wants and when he wants it.
He's a broody guy who softens for his family and those he loves - and we crave it.
Violet is a complex character. She's bratty and she's stubborn. She has these walls up that she simply will not let fall. Until Ford barrels on in and causes them to crumble.
She's just trying to get through life without betrayal and trusts nobody. Girl's a little traumatised.
Maybe, perfect wasn't about being flawless. Maybe, perfect was about being seen exactly as I was - bratty, defiant, damaged, even - and having him accept me anyway."
Considering the length of this book was, to me, on the smaller side, it packed a punch with the amount of plot and character development - especially considering the level of spice within it.
Thank you, Erika Wilde and The Author Agency, for the opportunity to read this eARC!
⭐⭐⭐⭐
We love a bodyguard romance with a bratty FMC.
This is my first of Erika Wilde's books, and I'm sure it won't be the last.
We're introduced to the spice and what we can expect from the get-go.
The spice is SPICING right off the bat, with some hefty BDSM scenes that go for quite some time.
I really enjoyed Ford. As someone who absolutely HATES miscommunication in books - his communication level was off the charts, and it was a breath of fresh air. I'm always here for a man who speaks his mind and states what he wants and when he wants it.
He's a broody guy who softens for his family and those he loves - and we crave it.
Violet is a complex character. She's bratty and she's stubborn. She has these walls up that she simply will not let fall. Until Ford barrels on in and causes them to crumble.
She's just trying to get through life without betrayal and trusts nobody. Girl's a little traumatised.
Maybe, perfect wasn't about being flawless. Maybe, perfect was about being seen exactly as I was - bratty, defiant, damaged, even - and having him accept me anyway."
Considering the length of this book was, to me, on the smaller side, it packed a punch with the amount of plot and character development - especially considering the level of spice within it.
Thank you, Erika Wilde and The Author Agency, for the opportunity to read this eARC!
October 25, 2025
Violet has an invitation to go to the “Player’s Club” that her sister Andrea and Chase attend. She is looking forward to a little bit of sin to relieve stress. Ford Perish remembers Violet and her brattiness. He plans to tame that a bit. He likes her fire but she needs to learn to listen to a dom. What starts off as a job to protect her becomes a whole lot more. These two met in the last book, Playing with Forever. Ford works with Chase in Security. He has already experienced Violet’s sharp tongue. When these two finally have a scene, Violet is shaken. She has never given control over to anyone. Trusting Ford tempts her and makes her want more. She doesn’t know if she wants what her sister has nor can trust it will last. Ford is a player but when he is with Violet, he can see the big picture. She is perfect for him but to get her to see that and not run is the hard part. And what is the deal with her brother Christopher. He kept acting sketchy. I wasn’t sure if he was loving brother or a user. We learn what is going on with him I am so glad that Vi decided to give her and Ford a chance. He gives her a loving extended family and an outlet to let her brat out. Looking forward to Tate’s story. I loved the bonus story too. That was fun.
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.
October 29, 2025
Playing with Trouble is the second story in the Players Club Sinners series. I am loving this series and these characters.
Violet has had a difficult past. She had a mother who had trust issues and she does also. She had only had her half brother Christopher until she discovered that she had two half sisters. Andrea has become close to her and has moved to be closer to her. She has invited Violet to the Players Club. When she gets to the club, she sees Andrea's fiancee' Chase's co-workers. One of them is Ford. She has met Ford previously through Chase. Violet and Ford have amazing chemistry. They banter and then he invites her to one of the rooms. After they spend time together she leaves.
Violet works at a casino and is having trouble with a previous customer. The casino decides to hire a bodyguard for her. The person shows up and Violet can't believe it. Of course it is Ford. As they spend more time together Ford wears her down and she begins to trust him. After a situation with her home Ford moves her in with him to protect her.
I love how Violet was such a strong and independent person. She has survived the past and has come out better for it. Ford is so good for her. They have amazing chemistry and he is very protective. Amazing story. Highly recommended.
Thank you to the author for an advanced copy for an honest review.
Violet has had a difficult past. She had a mother who had trust issues and she does also. She had only had her half brother Christopher until she discovered that she had two half sisters. Andrea has become close to her and has moved to be closer to her. She has invited Violet to the Players Club. When she gets to the club, she sees Andrea's fiancee' Chase's co-workers. One of them is Ford. She has met Ford previously through Chase. Violet and Ford have amazing chemistry. They banter and then he invites her to one of the rooms. After they spend time together she leaves.
Violet works at a casino and is having trouble with a previous customer. The casino decides to hire a bodyguard for her. The person shows up and Violet can't believe it. Of course it is Ford. As they spend more time together Ford wears her down and she begins to trust him. After a situation with her home Ford moves her in with him to protect her.
I love how Violet was such a strong and independent person. She has survived the past and has come out better for it. Ford is so good for her. They have amazing chemistry and he is very protective. Amazing story. Highly recommended.
Thank you to the author for an advanced copy for an honest review.
October 24, 2025
was pure, explosive chemistry from start to finish. Erika Wilde didn’t just write a romance—she wrote a full-on emotional inferno. I swear, the tension between Ford and our heroine could power a small city.
From the very first scene at The Players Club, I was gone. That one look? That one night? Yeah, I knew I was in for it. Ford Perish is everything—brooding, possessive, maddeningly protective—and somehow still manages to be the exact man she needs. Their dynamic was the perfect mix of enemies-to-lovers snark, heart-melting vulnerability, and the kind of steam that fogs up every page.
But what really got me wasn’t just the heat—it was the heart. Beneath all that danger and desire, this book is about trust and healing. He doesn’t try to fix her. He just sees her. And that? That wrecked me in the best way. Watching her let down her guard piece by piece while he matched her strength for strength… ugh. PERFECTION.
This book is raw, sexy, and achingly emotional. It’s the kind of story that makes you blush, cry, and grin all in the same breath. Erika Wilde absolutely nailed it—“Playing with Trouble” is everything I want in a steamy, heartfelt romance. Ford Perish, you can bodyguard me any day.
From the very first scene at The Players Club, I was gone. That one look? That one night? Yeah, I knew I was in for it. Ford Perish is everything—brooding, possessive, maddeningly protective—and somehow still manages to be the exact man she needs. Their dynamic was the perfect mix of enemies-to-lovers snark, heart-melting vulnerability, and the kind of steam that fogs up every page.
But what really got me wasn’t just the heat—it was the heart. Beneath all that danger and desire, this book is about trust and healing. He doesn’t try to fix her. He just sees her. And that? That wrecked me in the best way. Watching her let down her guard piece by piece while he matched her strength for strength… ugh. PERFECTION.
This book is raw, sexy, and achingly emotional. It’s the kind of story that makes you blush, cry, and grin all in the same breath. Erika Wilde absolutely nailed it—“Playing with Trouble” is everything I want in a steamy, heartfelt romance. Ford Perish, you can bodyguard me any day.
October 25, 2025
Loved this addition to the Players Club series. Ford and Violet were everything!!
Ford is a protector and a Dom and loves to tame. Violet is a brat and is wants someone who can handle ee but does not want to tame her outside of the bedroom or change her in anyway. Ford just might be that guy.
Ford is hired to be Violets bodyguard after a horrible hit and run that is suspected to be from a high roller from her job at the casino who lost a lot of money and wants revenge. Other misfortunes happen while Ford is watching out for Violet and they are also getting closer together and finding they have a true connection. Violet may have found her person that is willing to be patient with her and let her be her true self with her walls and mistrust of love. Ford is so patient and understanding with Violet even when he is frustrated with her. He realizes she is his person and is willing to do what it takes to keep her in his life.
Such a great story and I can't wait for the next one!!
Ford is a protector and a Dom and loves to tame. Violet is a brat and is wants someone who can handle ee but does not want to tame her outside of the bedroom or change her in anyway. Ford just might be that guy.
Ford is hired to be Violets bodyguard after a horrible hit and run that is suspected to be from a high roller from her job at the casino who lost a lot of money and wants revenge. Other misfortunes happen while Ford is watching out for Violet and they are also getting closer together and finding they have a true connection. Violet may have found her person that is willing to be patient with her and let her be her true self with her walls and mistrust of love. Ford is so patient and understanding with Violet even when he is frustrated with her. He realizes she is his person and is willing to do what it takes to keep her in his life.
Such a great story and I can't wait for the next one!!
October 26, 2025
This is another smoking hot book with suspense thrown in. Violet was someone I felt sorry for because of how she and her brother were brought up with little love and attention. All they saw was their mother with one man after another. I could understand why Violet hardened her heart, trusted no one, and felt every man left her. When Violet went to the club with her sister and her sister’s fiancé, she was looking for a special man with no commitment. Violet found that in Ford. When a player at Violet’s poker table threatens her and then she gets sideswiped, her company pays for a 24 hour bodyguard to keep her safe. I wish I could have seen her face when she saw that Ford was her bodyguard! Ford was so patient with Violet, but let her know he was in charge. I loved watching the two get to know each other better. I was heartbroken for Violet when they found who was behind all the terrible things happening to her. I enjoyed the book and encourage you to read it.
October 26, 2025
✨️ARC Review ✨️
🌶 Rating: 3/5
My first introduction to Erika Wilde. And I love it.
I NEED to read Chase and Andrea's book now. If ita anything like Ford and Violet's, I know I am going to 100% enjoy it.
Everything about the banter between For and Violet was amazing. The tension, the games, the spiciness 🥵🥵🥵 10/10. I also liked how, despite Frod being part of a secret sex club, that it didnt stray away from topics like family, sibling love, getting back up from being down a lot. It was still showing some realness, especially in Christopher's case (i hope to ses a novella of sorts in the future 🤞🏼🤞🏼👀)
Definitely wished we could see a little more on Ford's occupation aspect of his character. You got to love an ex-military working in security, but at least I got to see him being protective towards Violet 🥰🥰
Playing With Trouble releases October 28, 2025 on KU and papaerback!!!
🌶 Rating: 3/5
My first introduction to Erika Wilde. And I love it.
I NEED to read Chase and Andrea's book now. If ita anything like Ford and Violet's, I know I am going to 100% enjoy it.
Everything about the banter between For and Violet was amazing. The tension, the games, the spiciness 🥵🥵🥵 10/10. I also liked how, despite Frod being part of a secret sex club, that it didnt stray away from topics like family, sibling love, getting back up from being down a lot. It was still showing some realness, especially in Christopher's case (i hope to ses a novella of sorts in the future 🤞🏼🤞🏼👀)
Definitely wished we could see a little more on Ford's occupation aspect of his character. You got to love an ex-military working in security, but at least I got to see him being protective towards Violet 🥰🥰
Playing With Trouble releases October 28, 2025 on KU and papaerback!!!
October 28, 2025
Thank you to the author agency for this ARC.
What happens when a brat meets the brat tamer? A lot of push and pull with spice. Violet sees Ford at the sinners club. Instead of the two "naturally" getting together, she knew how to push Fords buttons to get her way with him. What she didn't expect was the emotion that went behind the "scene" when they got into the room. Ford had always been intrigued by Violet and her being her "bratty" self made Ford feral for her. Violet is very closed off with walls built up high. She uses her words to keep people away. She doesn't want to change (good for her) for any guy but never seemed to find a guy that could handle her. Ford wants to be that guy to break that down and show her she is worth everything without changing.
After a few incidents become coincidental, Violet's job hires her a body guard until everything is figured out. That bodyguard is Ford. He has to move in to help protect her and be her shadow 24/7. Lines start to become blurred and tension spikes. Can Violet realize she deserves everything?
What happens when a brat meets the brat tamer? A lot of push and pull with spice. Violet sees Ford at the sinners club. Instead of the two "naturally" getting together, she knew how to push Fords buttons to get her way with him. What she didn't expect was the emotion that went behind the "scene" when they got into the room. Ford had always been intrigued by Violet and her being her "bratty" self made Ford feral for her. Violet is very closed off with walls built up high. She uses her words to keep people away. She doesn't want to change (good for her) for any guy but never seemed to find a guy that could handle her. Ford wants to be that guy to break that down and show her she is worth everything without changing.
After a few incidents become coincidental, Violet's job hires her a body guard until everything is figured out. That bodyguard is Ford. He has to move in to help protect her and be her shadow 24/7. Lines start to become blurred and tension spikes. Can Violet realize she deserves everything?
October 29, 2025
✨Tropes✨
🔥Fake Relationship
🔥Punishment and Praise
🔥He Falls First
🔥Enemies to Lovers
🔥Brat Tamer
🔥Fiesty Heroine
🔥Close Proximity
🔥Dominant Alpha Hero
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"And yet here you are, dressed like sin, flirting with me by the pool at The Players Club. Maybe I made an impression.”
“Oh, you did,” I replied with mock sweetness. “The kind that makes a girl fantasize about duct tape. Over your mouth.”
I loved this read. I loved these characters. Ford and Violet were made for each other. Violet's a snarky, bratty ball of trouble and I loved it. Most of that is a defense mechanism though. Ford is just the man to see through that. He's the sexy Dominant to tame her brattiness. Ford's also the protective book boyfriend we all love. This is a super spicy read with elements of suspense and danger woven in. The plot was well written, the spice was scorching 🥵 and the characters were perfect. Great banter, great spice and a great time.
🔥Fake Relationship
🔥Punishment and Praise
🔥He Falls First
🔥Enemies to Lovers
🔥Brat Tamer
🔥Fiesty Heroine
🔥Close Proximity
🔥Dominant Alpha Hero
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"And yet here you are, dressed like sin, flirting with me by the pool at The Players Club. Maybe I made an impression.”
“Oh, you did,” I replied with mock sweetness. “The kind that makes a girl fantasize about duct tape. Over your mouth.”
I loved this read. I loved these characters. Ford and Violet were made for each other. Violet's a snarky, bratty ball of trouble and I loved it. Most of that is a defense mechanism though. Ford is just the man to see through that. He's the sexy Dominant to tame her brattiness. Ford's also the protective book boyfriend we all love. This is a super spicy read with elements of suspense and danger woven in. The plot was well written, the spice was scorching 🥵 and the characters were perfect. Great banter, great spice and a great time.
October 31, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “A scorching, addictively intense protector romance that had me hooked from page one!”
Playing with Trouble delivers everything I crave in a steamy enemies-to-lovers book—danger, desire, banter sharp enough to cut, and a hero who would burn the world down to protect his girl. Ford Perish is the perfect blend of possessive, rugged, and emotionally devastating, and the chemistry between him and the heroine is downright explosive.
What surprised me most, though, was the heart in this story. Beneath all the heat and tension is a deeply emotional journey of healing, trust, and learning to let someone in without losing yourself. Their connection is raw, messy, and beautifully intense, and I felt every bit of it.
If you love bodyguard romances with high-stakes danger, off-the-charts steam, and a heroine who refuses to be tamed, this book is an absolute must-read. I couldn’t put it down—and I’m already desperate for more.
Playing with Trouble delivers everything I crave in a steamy enemies-to-lovers book—danger, desire, banter sharp enough to cut, and a hero who would burn the world down to protect his girl. Ford Perish is the perfect blend of possessive, rugged, and emotionally devastating, and the chemistry between him and the heroine is downright explosive.
What surprised me most, though, was the heart in this story. Beneath all the heat and tension is a deeply emotional journey of healing, trust, and learning to let someone in without losing yourself. Their connection is raw, messy, and beautifully intense, and I felt every bit of it.
If you love bodyguard romances with high-stakes danger, off-the-charts steam, and a heroine who refuses to be tamed, this book is an absolute must-read. I couldn’t put it down—and I’m already desperate for more.
November 1, 2025
This is book two in The Players Club Sinner’s series and it is Ford and Violet’s story. Violet hadn’t had a easy life so to protect herself she build walls so high around her so that no one could get in and then she met Ford at the club and they ended up having a explosive encounter together but where as Violet is a one time and done type of person where as Ford wants to get to know her. When Violet is in danger it is Ford who is hired to protect and keep her safe and he is determined to see it through regardless of what he has to do or the circumstances involved but can he manage to break down Violet’s walls enough for her to let him in so that he can show her that she can trust him, well only time will tell what the outcome will be for Ford and Violet in the end. I really enjoyed this book and it had great characters and a good storyline and I look forward to reading more books in the future.
October 23, 2025
This story is hot, hot, hot!!
This is Ford and Violet’s story and man is it a great one. These two were so made for each other. Violet is Trouble times two and with her snarky attitude and ball busting bratty attitude, she will give any man a run for their money. Thank goodness that Ford sees through her defenses and welcomes her brattiness. He is the perfect man for Violet as he pushes her to her limits and lets her get away with her bratty attitude for so long before she’s ready to submit to him and then these two burn up the sheets they are so hot together. Ford is everything that Violet didn’t know she needed in a man. He really helped her learn to trust again. I loved watching Violet interact with Ford’s family and how welcoming they all were towards her. She really needed that. This is a great addition to the Players Club Series and I can’t wait for the next one!
This is Ford and Violet’s story and man is it a great one. These two were so made for each other. Violet is Trouble times two and with her snarky attitude and ball busting bratty attitude, she will give any man a run for their money. Thank goodness that Ford sees through her defenses and welcomes her brattiness. He is the perfect man for Violet as he pushes her to her limits and lets her get away with her bratty attitude for so long before she’s ready to submit to him and then these two burn up the sheets they are so hot together. Ford is everything that Violet didn’t know she needed in a man. He really helped her learn to trust again. I loved watching Violet interact with Ford’s family and how welcoming they all were towards her. She really needed that. This is a great addition to the Players Club Series and I can’t wait for the next one!
October 28, 2025
4 ⭐️ 3🌶
🔥 Enemies to Lovers
🖤 Bodyguard Romance
🔥 Forced Proximity
🖤 Possessive Hero
🔥 Strong Heroine
🖤 Emotional Healing
🔥 Forbidden Attraction
🖤 Protective Alpha
🔥 Found Safety in Love
Book two in The Players Club Sinners series, Violet who has been through her share of trauma, her father leaving and her mother choosing bad men that end up leaving anyway. At younge age she built walls around herself so know one could break her hear until she meets Ford. Ford is a hero where you cant help but fall for him with his protective and possisveness. Fords becomes her full-time bodygaurd and makes her face her challenges in the end.
Erika Wild's writing is amazing with just enough suspense to keep you on the edge of you seat along with the right amount of spice and romance.
Thank you Erika Wilde and The author agency for allow me to read this ARC early
🔥 Enemies to Lovers
🖤 Bodyguard Romance
🔥 Forced Proximity
🖤 Possessive Hero
🔥 Strong Heroine
🖤 Emotional Healing
🔥 Forbidden Attraction
🖤 Protective Alpha
🔥 Found Safety in Love
Book two in The Players Club Sinners series, Violet who has been through her share of trauma, her father leaving and her mother choosing bad men that end up leaving anyway. At younge age she built walls around herself so know one could break her hear until she meets Ford. Ford is a hero where you cant help but fall for him with his protective and possisveness. Fords becomes her full-time bodygaurd and makes her face her challenges in the end.
Erika Wild's writing is amazing with just enough suspense to keep you on the edge of you seat along with the right amount of spice and romance.
Thank you Erika Wilde and The author agency for allow me to read this ARC early
October 28, 2025
A sinful connection … just when she needs it the most! The second book in Erika Wilde’s Players Club Sinners series is deliciously addictive! There’s a sizzling hot connection, lust at first sight and an angsty bit of danger that brings the main characters closer than ever. Ford and Violet are well developed with both having a support cast behind them that are familiar from the previous book in the series. There’s tons of chemistry, heated hook ups and enough danger and suspense thrown in to keep you reading page after page. I loved every minute of their book and cannot wait for more to come in the series. Lots of drama, sincere friendships and family and a steamy love affair! I highly recommend this book as well as the rest of the series to anyone who enjoys a sizzling romance with trips to a steamy sex club, decadent bouts of kink and a sweet love story to boot.
October 29, 2025
This book was a wild hot ride. The heat was burning up the pages. Ford and Violet were made for each other, Ford just had to help her figure it out. Violet is strong willed, independent with severe trust issues and thinks love makes you weak. She also has a hard time finding a man that will put up with all her Brat and sass. Ford is a brat taming Dom and when he gets the chance to make Violet submit he knows she was meant to be his. He loves her sass. When someone seems to be out to hurt Violet the Casino she works for, hires her a bodyguard. When it turns out Ford is her protector things get interesting. This story was fast paced and full of twists, heartwarming moments, learning to trust and to give love a chance. These two are exactly what the other was needing true soulmates. I was given this book as an ARC for my honest review.
October 29, 2025
4.5⭐ Get ready for another angsty read by Erika Wilde! You won't need the whole seat, just the edge! Violet and Ford have been 'dancing' around each other since they met. Her best friend, Andrea is engaged to one of his good friends and coworker, Chase. Violet is being targeted. Ford is a bodyguard. His company is hired to protect her, and he gets assigned to her case. The danger ratchets. And so does the heat between them. I swear the attraction is scorching hot. But even aside from the spicy scenes, Ford is exactly what Violet needs to sooth her past, find her ability to trust again, and help her see a future with love in it.
Don't miss this spicy, suspenseful romance - Playing With Trouble by Erika Wilde.
Thank you Erika Wilde and Booksprout for this ARC. The above is my own and personal opinion.
Don't miss this spicy, suspenseful romance - Playing With Trouble by Erika Wilde.
Thank you Erika Wilde and Booksprout for this ARC. The above is my own and personal opinion.
November 1, 2025
Great complex characters, Violet and Ford who have an instant chemistry. Violet with her bratty ways and Ford’s need for dominance lead them towards very exciting and satisfying encounters. They are a match that is perfect and scary for Violet because she doesn’t expect any man to satisfy and put with her at the same time. However, Ford isn’t a guy who gives up easily when it comes to Violet. I love their connection and Ford really understands Violet and adjusts accordingly.
Their story is a sweet romance with a great deal of spice while dealing with some troubling drama. Violet and Ford are a couple that you will immediately root for a happy ending. I really enjoyed and recommend this book.
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Their story is a sweet romance with a great deal of spice while dealing with some troubling drama. Violet and Ford are a couple that you will immediately root for a happy ending. I really enjoyed and recommend this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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