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His Sexy Bad Habit
She Makes A Move For His Heart. . .
He's hot and he's single, but Antonio Billups has been out of the dating game for three years. Since his wife died, his focus has been on his business--and their son A.J. Enter new-in-town sultry, sexy Serena Jacobs, a woman who just might inspire Antonio to change his mind about being alone. . .
That His Body Can't Resist. . .
Serena's new restaurant is about to take off, and so is her heart--to Antonio. But events from her past are about to hit the fan--with a little help from Antonio's scheming sister-in-law. Soon, Hollywood catfights and long-ago love affairs threaten the steamy relationship between Antonio and Serena, and when their secret histories collide, they must choose between a future with--or without--love. . .
"Hodges delivers a sizzling romance. . ." -- Publishers Weekly on More Than He Can Handle
He's hot and he's single, but Antonio Billups has been out of the dating game for three years. Since his wife died, his focus has been on his business--and their son A.J. Enter new-in-town sultry, sexy Serena Jacobs, a woman who just might inspire Antonio to change his mind about being alone. . .
That His Body Can't Resist. . .
Serena's new restaurant is about to take off, and so is her heart--to Antonio. But events from her past are about to hit the fan--with a little help from Antonio's scheming sister-in-law. Soon, Hollywood catfights and long-ago love affairs threaten the steamy relationship between Antonio and Serena, and when their secret histories collide, they must choose between a future with--or without--love. . .
"Hodges delivers a sizzling romance. . ." -- Publishers Weekly on More Than He Can Handle
384 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2011
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Cheris Hodges
63 books305 followersCheris Hodges was bitten by the writing bug at an early age and always knew she wanted to be a writer. She is a 1999 graduate of Johnson C. Smith University and a freelance writer in Charlotte, North Carolina. A native of Bennettsville, South Carolina, Cheris loves hearing from her readers.
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October 1, 2023
Sexy! Spicy! Sizzling!
This roller-coaster ride has it all: love, betrayal, revenge, forgiveness and family members from hell. I admire Serena for continuing to be the strong, bad a$$ entrepreneur she was destined to be, before that sleazy Emerson jilted her at their wedding.
Antonio is the perfect man for Serena. He can heal her broken heart if Serena can just let go of the past. However, Antonio's crazy sister-in-law, Casey, needs to be shipped off far, far away! Why? Because she causes nothing but trouble.
Great story!
March 25, 2021
I rated this "I really liked it" however I really wanted to rate it "AMAZING". Actually, I'm changing it to "AMAZING" because it's not every day that you read a romance story that has you smiling after you've finished the book.
***Update***
I re-read this book in September 2016 and I'm not sure what I must of read in 2011 therefore I adjusted the rating to "It's okay".
***Update***
I re-read this book in September 2016 and I'm not sure what I must of read in 2011 therefore I adjusted the rating to "It's okay".
May 18, 2016
Great book!! I loved the story and I especially enjoyed the characters! The romance between Antonio and Serena was really something to experience. This is very relevant to myself as well as the women that I know.
March 1, 2016
Really enjoyed this book. Liked the way Serena and Antonio hit it off.
January 31, 2020
Any book that takes me reading t0 30% to get into it has issues. Also, referring to a woman's vagina as a "valley" is not good, and dear hell, please stop talking about the MC's shoes. Good thing I'm a fast reader and don't like returning books, so this one would have been returned unfinished. Not that good. Probably won't read anything by this author again unless people I trust recommend it highly. To be fair, the characters were good and the caring between the women who were friends were excellent, but the sex scenes were boring.
December 25, 2017
This is by far THE sexiest book EVERRRR! Definitely one of my favorites and definitely a great read❤
September 16, 2018
I loved this story about Antonio and Serena. They both were hurt and gave up on love.
January 6, 2021
Really enjoyed this story and loved the chemistry between Antonio and Serena
September 19, 2016
"Want a bite?" Antonio asked her
"Not of that muffin," Serena said "Tell me something, Antonio, what's your deal?"
"What do you mean?"
"Don't play coy with me," she said. "You know I want you, but you're sending mixed signals. If you're not married, then what's the problem?"
Antonio placed the other half of his muffin on top of the box and wiped his hands on his snug-
fitting jeans. He took a step closer to her and Serena inhaled his scent of soap and masculinity. Her lips trembled as he brushed his fingertips across her cheek.
"Serena, " he groaned. "There are some things that you should know about me and when you find them out, you might-"
She tilted her head up and planted a wet kiss on his lips. As she pressed her body against his, she didn't care what he needed to tell her. She just needed to taste his lips. Needed to feel the hardness of his body pressed against hers. Her tongue explored the sweetness of his mouth just as his did the same to her mouth. She could've kissed him all day, would've kissed him all day had they not heard a crash behind them.
Antonio pulled back from Serena. "Let me go check that out, "he said. "What are you doing for lunch?"
"I'll be at home."
"Text me your address and I'll come over." he said.
Serena smiled and nodded. He wants the same things I want. HOT SEX......
"Not of that muffin," Serena said "Tell me something, Antonio, what's your deal?"
"What do you mean?"
"Don't play coy with me," she said. "You know I want you, but you're sending mixed signals. If you're not married, then what's the problem?"
Antonio placed the other half of his muffin on top of the box and wiped his hands on his snug-
fitting jeans. He took a step closer to her and Serena inhaled his scent of soap and masculinity. Her lips trembled as he brushed his fingertips across her cheek.
"Serena, " he groaned. "There are some things that you should know about me and when you find them out, you might-"
She tilted her head up and planted a wet kiss on his lips. As she pressed her body against his, she didn't care what he needed to tell her. She just needed to taste his lips. Needed to feel the hardness of his body pressed against hers. Her tongue explored the sweetness of his mouth just as his did the same to her mouth. She could've kissed him all day, would've kissed him all day had they not heard a crash behind them.
Antonio pulled back from Serena. "Let me go check that out, "he said. "What are you doing for lunch?"
"I'll be at home."
"Text me your address and I'll come over." he said.
Serena smiled and nodded. He wants the same things I want. HOT SEX......
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June 22, 2016
Antonio Billups, single dad, dedicated dad, devoted dad, working dad...and if I failed to mention sexy as jello pudding dad! Antonio is a widower that people view with pity even though they have no idea of the circumstances surrounding his marriage. Serena Jacobs is a modern day woman with a heart waxed cold...still retaining the icicles she accumulated when she was left at the altar many years ago. Serena harbors a jaded viewpoint on love and marriage...point blank, she ain't going...ever...again. Although she has no problem having an array of bedfellows...no harm, no foul. That's the way that guys do it, right? If it works for them, why not for her.
His Sexy Bad Habits is a sizzling tale of the aftereffects of scorned lovers. I've been a fan of Ms. Hodges for many years, and this is probably my least favorite. I'm still trying to connect the title with the storyline. HSBH incorporates Hollywood, obsessions, lying, betrayal, jealousy and the breaking down of walls within the385 pages. There were plenty sexy scenes but there was not enough developmental scenes to solidify Serena and Antonio's relationship for me.
'Time don't stop and wait for pain'
His Sexy Bad Habits is a sizzling tale of the aftereffects of scorned lovers. I've been a fan of Ms. Hodges for many years, and this is probably my least favorite. I'm still trying to connect the title with the storyline. HSBH incorporates Hollywood, obsessions, lying, betrayal, jealousy and the breaking down of walls within the385 pages. There were plenty sexy scenes but there was not enough developmental scenes to solidify Serena and Antonio's relationship for me.
'Time don't stop and wait for pain'
June 9, 2011
HIS SEXY BAD HABIT IS S MUST READ BECAUSE IT DEALS WITH REALATIONSHIP AMONGST FRIENDS,AND HER FEELINGS TOWARDS ANTONIO A MAN SHE MEETS AT ONE HER BEST FRIENDS WEDDING.NOT ONLY DOES ANTONIO INTRIGUES HER SHE SOON LUST AFTER HIM AS HE AFTER HER.A REALTIONSHIP ENSUES BETWEEN THEM,AND PASSION& HEAT TAKES OVER THIER BODIES.SERENA IS HOLDING BACK OF LETTING HER TRUE FEELING EMERGE FOR ANTONIO.BECAUSE SHE WAS JILTED IN THE PAST BY A MAN THAT LEFT HER AT THE ALTAR.BUT THE THING IS ANTONIO HAS A SECRET OF HIS OWN,AND KIND OF HESITANT ABOUT TELLING HER.SERENA& ANTONIO ARE FALLING FOR ONE ANOTHER,AND BOTH WONDER WILL THERE PAST HINDER THEM FROM HAVING A MANINGFUL REALTIONSHIP.NOT TO MENTION THERE ARE PEOPLE LURKING IN THE BACK GROUND TO STOP WHAT COULD BE A LOVING RELATIONSHIP.GREAT BOOK IT'S DEFINITELY A FIVE STAR READ.
October 17, 2011
I really enjoyed this book. I'm a fan of romance novels, so it had all of that stuff I look for. This book was not only romantic, it was funny and had a few drama scenes. I loved how Cheris incorporated the drama, love and Serena's family circle in this book. At times I found Antonio a little over rated. He tended to over do his role, but I got the message Mrs. Hodges was trying to portray. Casey got on my nerves, but I would love to hear more from her... As well as what her parents thought once they found out. Also if they were gonna still try and get custody of A.J. I will also like to know if they started a family. Based on the ending occurrences and the conversations it sounded possible... But you were left hanging a little bit. Overall I enjoyed this book.
June 17, 2011
Antonio was hot, and he and Serena went at it like wild rabbits. There were a lot of sex scenes in this book, I think almost too much. I would like to have seen less sex scenes, but with better quality. It was almost like there were so many written just to make the book extra sexy. Serena turned out to be the opposite of what I though she would be, and how she would react in certain situations which was a pleasant surprise. Overall I liked this book, and would recommend.
March 31, 2016
I enjoyed the take charge attitude of the female character, without sacrificing her femininity. The male character was well matched in the story. My only complaint is there were too many sex scenes and not enough scenes of courting between the lead characters. The supporting characters were very funny. Another complaint, the jokes did not need to be repeated, it was no longer funny when it was repeated. Delightful book.
July 19, 2016
Hot...Steamy...Romantic!
A great read by Cheris Hodges. You will not be disappointed. It has all of the ingredients for a great romance novel. It has twist and turns that will keep you reading to the very end. Love and desire is truly in the air through out this page turning novel.
A great read by Cheris Hodges. You will not be disappointed. It has all of the ingredients for a great romance novel. It has twist and turns that will keep you reading to the very end. Love and desire is truly in the air through out this page turning novel.
September 27, 2011
The title is misleading, but all in all it was a good read.
February 27, 2012
I loved this book the love that Antonio had for Serena was genuine and that no matter what happens to us in other bad relationships that true can be found with flaws and all
September 18, 2014
First book by this author and loved it. Looking forward to reading more.
July 27, 2012
I liked this story I was glad to see Serena find love with the wonderful Antonio.
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