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When A Champion Wants You

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I’m thirty-four and single. Two years ago I decided to get serious with what I want out of life. But first, I have to get a wife and I know just the woman I want to settle down with. I’ve had my eyes on Melanie Summers for quite some time now and, since my brothers want to hire her as the new marketing manager at The Champion Corporation, I think it’s time I made my move. Hey, the straightforward approach worked for Dante. Why can’t it work for me? I’m so not ready for a relationship. But seeing my best friend Emily happily married makes me want to believe in true love again. But I’ve had my heart broken so many times, I’ve lost count. Plus, I carry a secret with me that is sure to send a man like Dimitrius Champion running for the hills, the same way it sent my ex, Scott, into the arms of another woman. ***The Champion Brothers series books are all standalone books.*** Book 1 - His Paradise Wife is Dante Champion's story. Book 2 - When A Champion Wants You is Dimitrius Champion's story. Book 3 - The Best Thing He Never Knew He Needed is Desmond Champion's story. Book 4 - Wives And Champions is a family novel. Book 5 - The Way Champions Love is Harding Champion's story. Book 6 - His By Spring (A Champion Sister Story) - Zoya Champion

209 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 11, 2015

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Tina Martin

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TINA MARTIN is a talented, romantic suspense fiction writer and the author of over 95 titles. She enjoys Hallmark movies, running and traveling. (PLEASE NOTE: There are multiple authors with this name on Goodreads. If you're following me, look for my logo!)

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Her books are listed below:

An Unlikely Love Series
When I Needed You
When You Needed Me
Flicker: An Ahmalee + Cain Update
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Back to Love Series
Marriage Quarrel in Quarantine
Countdown to You
Offsides: A Superbowl Party Romance
Crushed
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A St. Claire Novel Series:
Royal
Ramsey
Romulus
Regal
Magnus
Honeymoon With A St. Claire
Major
Zander
Zavier
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St. Claire Life Series
Honeymoon With A St. Claire
Just Being Us (Prequel to Zander)
Keep That Same Energy (Zander & Alyssa Update
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St. Claire Women Series
Gemma
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Season of Love Novelettes:
Hot Chocolate
Spring Break
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The Marriage Chronicles:
Life's A Beach
Falling Out
War Then Love
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The Boardwalk Bakery Romance:
Baked With Love
Baked With Love 2
Baked With Love 3
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A Lennox in Love Series:
Claiming You
Making You My Business
Wishing That I Was Yours
Caught in the Storm with a Lennox
Before You Say I Do
Winter Wonder
Winter Wedding
The Weekend
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The Love of Elias Series:
Been In Love With You
When Hearts Cry
You Belong To Me
When I Call You Mine
Who Do You Love
Forever Mine
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The Blackstone Family Series:
Evenings With Bryson
Leaving Barringer
Forever Us
The Things Everson Lost
Candy's Corporate Crush
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The Champion Brothers Series:
His Paradise Wife
When A Champion Wants You
The Best Thing He Never Knew He Needed
Wives And Champions
The Way Champions Love
His By Spring (A Champion Sister Novel)
A Champion's Proposal
The Convenient Husband
At The Right Time
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The Alexander Series:
The Millionaire's Arranged Marriage
Watch Me Take Your Girl
Her Premarital Ex
The Object of His Obsession
Dilvan's Redemption
His Charity Challenge
Different Tastes
As Long As We Got Love
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The Accidental Series:
Accidental Deception
Accidental Heartbreak
Accidental Lovers
Accidental Vows
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The Dying to Love Her Series:
Dying To Love Her
Dying To Love Her 2
Dying To Love Her 3
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The Dare and Deja Chronicles
Reception Romance
Long Distance Troubles
Back to the Valley
Into Forever
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Standalone Titles:
Secrets On Lake Drive
Can't Just Be His Friend
The Baby Daddy Interviews
Just Like New to the Next Man
Falling Again
The Crush
Vacation Interrupted
Wasn't Supposed to Love Her
What Wifey Wants
Man of Her Dreams
Bae Watch
How To Love Me
Weekend Fiance: A Jared and KeShana InstaLove Story
For Ruby: A Micah & Georgiana Short Story
Snowed in at Shenandoah Valley

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1,159 reviews
April 14, 2021
Straight tear jerker

Man this story really had me tearful cause Melanie was really hurt when her ex dumbed her due to infertility issues but Dimutrius came along with unconditional love that she needed.
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870 reviews4 followers
April 3, 2018
Love this story!

I love how Dimitrius and Melanie healed each other’s hurts from past relationships by loving each other. It almost didn’t happen because of both of their stubbornness but I’m glad they had people supporting them with positivity. Side note: Scott is a jerk for what he did to Melanie in that restaurant. It wasn’t enough that he left her but he had to still disregard her feelings.
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2,709 reviews21 followers
July 18, 2023
Enjoyable

OH My! this is only the second book in this series and it's so captivating. The story is exciting and so tantalizing. But I must say it can make you smile and sad in the same reading but it's still fantastic. I have also said "oooh" on more than one occasion with the incredibly descriptive scenes written While I really enjoyed the characters and storyline and found them all to be one that I thoroughly enjoyed, and if you are like myself you will find so much excitement with all of the couples. The author did a fantastic job of building up the passionate tension and teasing readers with it as much as she did with the characters. The encounters have all been so captivating that you will easily come to expect this from these guys. Again I must say this isn't just your typical romance, since there is a element of sadness to them all. Throughout the entire series there’s always something that’s just simmering beneath the surface, and that along with the depth of the main couples emotions makes each story such a page turner. They All Are A Must Read!!

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768 reviews7 followers
April 19, 2021
Enjoyable

Wow I don’t know how I really felt about Demetrius at the beginning of this story. He seemed extremely controlling to the point I was saying HECK NO! To all of his demands on Melanie. He eventually caused me to look at him differently when his love for her started to really show. Melanie disappointed me by not telling him the truth at the beginning of their relationship I felt like she robed them of some precious time together.
I really didn’t like the fact that neither of them could see the true value of being totally honest with each other. The thing he pulled
With her mew job infuriated me.. what made that okay without talking to her about it first. And I had hope that issue would be addressed in the epilogue but it was ( that’s really the only reason I gave it a four). Just glad that Unconditional Love Love won out in the end
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804 reviews
January 29, 2022
Demetrius & Melanie

The love story that was almost over before it started due to a secret. Mr. Champion is borders on being overbearing, and for sure All Man. He’s not a testosterone shy - likely he has some extra. This brother comes at a girl with a strong fierce overtaking love. There is heat in the story but no premarital endeavors. I intend to go back and read Emily and Dante’s story to determine if I want to read the entire series. These brothers are fierce - like a rabbit being attacked by a lion.
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260 reviews6 followers
April 5, 2019
Awwww

This was nutty and sweet all mixed together. This time around we have "won't take no for an answer" brother. After doing a complete 360 on our h, the H jumps in feet first and full speed ahead on the love train. Taken completely by surprise, the h is totally against this speedy relationship, especially since she's holding on to a huge secret. Again, very enjoyable but light on the steamy parts. I loved the ending, it was just perfect.
199 reviews
April 11, 2022
The Champion brothers are a force to be reckoned with. The pursuit of Melanie Summers by Dimitrius Champion went from 0 to 100. Some actions seemed over the top but when you know what you want to go full speed ahead. Melanie not being forthcoming about her situation even after Dimitrius bared his soul caused so many assumptions and heartache to take place that could have been avoided. In the end, there is always the possibility that what you thought was impossible can become possible.
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5 reviews
February 1, 2021
When Love Is Real

Dimitrius is a strong, confident man. He knows what he wants. He set his sights on Melanie. She was stubborn, but attracted to him. She gives in to his crazy proposal and falls for him hard. Secrets aren't good and can do damage, but when love us real...it's real.
605 reviews
October 21, 2021
Never too late for dreams ❤️

This was a first read from this author. I was irritated at first with one of the characters but that a good thing.

It had good plots on communication, family and friendships. I really love these books that are normalizing great careers within a family ❤️
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1,349 reviews28 followers
September 22, 2018
No Conditions

There is nothing like an Alpha male who states emphatically who, what, when and where, Dimitrius Champion does just that. A very touching story. Ms. Martin finessed it in away you could understand, feel sorry for, and be angry with the characters all at once.
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364 reviews2 followers
April 18, 2021
Champion Brothers

I am really enjoying this series. The brothers really know what they want and are not afraid to after the women of their heart. They are definitely worth reading about.
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256 reviews
March 11, 2022
Determined

This is book two of a series. I loved book one also! About to finish the series. This author is right on the money with her writings. I recommend all her books.
You will not be disappointed at all!!!
158 reviews
March 23, 2023
aww

Aww I fell in love with this story Everyman is not the same you can’t believe everything you hear cause people start rumors out of anger and jealousy I know that feeling I can’t have kids menopause from cancer sine 16 but hope and pray she at least has this one
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August 8, 2023
Vickie J

These two I thought was going to have a hard time but the chemistry was to hott for them and when he found out the reason she didn't want to stay with him it broke his heart, he let her know that all he wanted was her
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1,221 reviews7 followers
September 3, 2024
Exceptional✍🏾

This series is fascinating, the love scenarios the "Champion" brothers use to get their ladies to marry them. The situations the men use, had me trying to determine the next scene. This author has gained my attention and I have quickly a fan.
108 reviews
October 5, 2024
Melanie and Dimitrius is a slow burn.....While he is very upfront as too his intentions. Melanie is harboring a secret.

A secret which causes her to beg off relationships in fear of being hurt.

Through trials and many tribulations they are able to overcome their issues
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514 reviews5 followers
December 23, 2025
Chosen Love

This story expresses bravery and willingness to accept what can happen within a committed relationship. Though the path seemed affordable, some work had to be done to make results agreeable. The family continues to support their belief in being there for their members, and they are stronger for being that way.
18 reviews
April 20, 2020
Wow loving it!

I loved the twist and turns of this story. I kept thinking go ahead let him
Know and let chips fall where they may. I am a glutton for happy endings 😄.
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1,497 reviews7 followers
June 2, 2021
A good story
Star rating 3.50
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828 reviews7 followers
September 16, 2021
This book had me laughing and crying!

Those Champion men are wonderful! Melanie tried to play hard but Dimitous wasn't letting her go easy. On to Book 3!
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43 reviews
November 13, 2021
Hope Remains

I loved how Melanie's fertility issues were discussed and tackled head on in her relationship with Dimitrius. She was eventually able to have it all
41 reviews
December 20, 2022
Good Read

This was a good follow-up to book 1. I didn't expect Melanie and Dimitri us to be as complicated as they were.
34 reviews
December 20, 2024
Good Story

The story is well written and the characters are good will a little suspense in the mix a sequel to consider in the next episode.
947 reviews5 followers
July 24, 2023
Amazing ❤

Awwww love this couple 💑one of my favorite yesssss the way this man loved her omggg this series is amazing 👏🏾❤♥highly recommended this read
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954 reviews14 followers
August 14, 2019
Better

The flow of this story was much better than book 1. I appreciate that this series is written in tandem with minimal time warps. I am confused as to how they were able to resolve the fertility issue so quickly.
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873 reviews2 followers
May 1, 2016
What a Champion a Champion gets.

Demetrius with an arrogance and passion almost to strong for words loved Mel. The passion was so forceful it could have pushed her away. But the love God was on his side. I am ready for book three.
Good read
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