Undertow

Coastal Elite, Book 2

By: Sam Mariano

Narrated by: Heather Firth, Jeffrey Holz

Length: 5 hrs and 6 mins

Publisher's summary

Hayden

Cheerful, doe-eyed, mildly neurotic—Gemma Cane is not at all my type, but when the brown-eyed beauty stormed into my office, all fired up and wearing the garb of a belly dancer, I couldn’t tear my gaze away.

She was seeking justice, but I had something else in mind.

She couldn’t afford me, but I had other ideas about that, too…

Gemma

Arrogant, cocky, an outright bully—Hayden Atwater is the sort of man I usually go out of my way to avoid, but when my horrible neighbor stepped way over the line, I wanted to crush him, and to do that, I knew I’d have to fight fire with even hotter fire.

The notoriously cutthroat lawyer was the first weapon I could think of, but the last man I should trust. I realized that as my anger subsided and I registered the predatory gleam in his stormy ocean eyes.

I left his office empty-handed, but now, he won’t leave me alone.

I know there can never be anything between us and we are completely impossible, but that word isn’t in Hayden’s vocabulary. If there’s no room for him in my life, he’ll make room.

But then, disaster strikes.

Surely now, even Hayden can see that some things really are impossible, and maybe we’re one of them.

©2022 Sam Mariano (P)2022 Sam Mariano

Well Written

I love Sam Mariano. I wanted to read Contempt but needed to read this first. I was expecting more evil from the book that came after 'Even if it Hurts'. This was very mild, which made it difficult to want to finish. it makes me concerned that Contempt will be boring to me.

This was well written like all of Sam's books. There is nothing wrong with it. I was just looking for something darker.

Suspense, Action, Romance, and Passion!

This is the second book in the Coastal Elite Series, a Contemporary Romance. I loved it! Hayden and Gemma's story is sweet, passionate, engaging, and heartwarming. Gemma, a single mom, is beautiful, smart, and caring. Hayden, a lawyer, widower, and single dad, is very handsome, alpha, protective, controlling, and determined. His past is heartbreaking. They are perfect for each other. I liked Gemma's daughter Parker. She is smart, kind, and resilient. Hayden's son Landon is enigmatic. I would love to know more about them. The storyline is intriguing, suspenseful, and entertaining, filled with action, and twists and turns. I loved the bonus scene from Parker's POV, and I am looking forward to more in the series, to know what happens next. Outstanding narration from Heather Firth and Jeffrey Holz. I enjoyed it, and I highly recommend it. #PFPAudio #PinkFlamingoProductions #TheFlockOnTour #Audiobook #HumanVoice #ContemporaryRomance

Cute story 😍

Hotness!

Hayden and Gemma’s story is so cute! Love how open and honest Gemma is and how sneaky and possessive Hayden is. Highly recommend as it is a short enjoyable read with a little bit of steam.
Can’t wait for Landon and Parker’s book!

Undertow

Well, I have to admit this was a very cute book. their love story was so adorable, it was a bit fast but hey when you know, you know. Oh and let's talk about that ending. like what the heck was that? does he like her or does he really hate her? I guess we'll have to wait for the next book to come out. the narrator's did a good job too

Loved

Ooo I absolutely loved this one! It was a wild ride and I was here for it! Love most of this author’s work so I knew what I was getting going in and was not disappointed! Definitely recommend

Undertow

Wow that is not how expected this book to end at all. Gemma is a single mom of a high school senior. Her neighbors have been bullying her to sell her house and move. Telling her that she doesn’t belong in this high class of a neighborhood. Her neighbor finally crosses the line and makes a comment about her daughter finally turning 18. She decides to get a lawyer involved. She goes to the best money can buy. Hayden is the lawyer Gemma goes to. However, she doesn’t have his kind of money. Their kids go to school together. Hayden’s son has been bullying Gemma’s daughter for years. Hayden instantly wants Gemma the moment she walks into his office. Gemma is not looking for a man. She is happy just herself and and her daughter. Hayden just isn’t taking no for an answer. Heather Firth and Jeffrey Holz did a fantastic job narrating this book. I am curious if there will be more story from Parker and Landon’s POV next.

So enjoyed!

After picking up Even If It Hurts i've been looking so forward to more from this world! Ever since i found out about Undertow i wanted to get into it and i knew this audiobook would be the perfect time to do so! I started listening and got right back into the Coastal Elite world! I so enjoyed this listen!

Having listened to Heather Firth and Jeffery Holz narration before i was so happy that they were narrating Undertow! Both Heather and Jeffery captured my attention quickly. I got right into this story and back into this world. From the attraction to the unexpected, Heather and Jeffery captured Gemma and Hayden's story so wonderfully through their narration! I can't wait to listen to more of these two in the future!

Gemma and Hayden's journey pulled me in! As these two and their worlds collide, will they be doomed from the start?

I really liked the different way Gemma and Hayden were brought into each other's lives. I didn't know what all to expect in this listen which got me into it even more! Both Hayden and Gemma had me going through many emotions throughout listening. I wasn't sure how these two would tackle their feelings and certain things in their lives.

With Undertow, Ms.Mariano has created a good story that had me feeling many things from start to finish! I am so looking forward to everything she has in store for us next!

Loved it!

I read this story a while back and absolutely loved it. Since Sam finally released this audiobook, I just had to get it and dive back into this world. Boy am I ready for Landon and Parker. I am really excited to read the scene where Landon broke into Parker’s house. The tension between Landon and Parker is so palpable as secondary characters in this story…can you imagine how their own story will be? Sam Mariano please release more audiobooks of your master pieces! Love Love Love you crazy mind!!!!!!

Great Story & Narration🎧 Steamy & Captivating!

This fantastic story grabbed my attention right from the start and captivated it straight to the end. The characters are easy to relate to and connect with, they are easy to care about and root for too. Gemma, a single mom, lives in an upscale neighborhood, one she should feel safe in, except her neighbors are not the friendliest or the most welcoming. They have been trying to get her to sell, which she refuses to do, so now they have moved to using scare tactics to get her to leave. Having had enough she asks her daughter, who goes to the elite school, if any of her friends or students have parents who are lawyers and are good at what they do, and she blurts out Hayden Atwater, she wanted to add more but her mother ran out of the house to head to his office. When Gemma walks into Hayden’s office for a last-minute appointment, he mistakes her for a stripper. Gemma had forgotten she was still in her work clothes, and when she catches on to what he was thinking, she takes a step back. But he is not giving up on her, even after she clears things up, and since he is out of her price range, he offers her a deal, one she refused. Hayden does not take no for an answer and continues to pursue her even after she leaves his office, and after seeing her neighbors he reconsiders and then offers to help with her. I loved how everything played out in this book, there is some back and forth between the two leads before anything really happens between them and when it does, it is smoking hot. Gemma learns of Hayden’s son’s bullying way and that he and her daughter Parker do not get along, which is another reason things would not work out for her and Hayden, though he thinks it will and that his son won’t be a problem. This cleverly plotted story has plenty of drama, angst, some surprising twists and turns, heartfelt emotions and steamy romance. Sam Mariano, thank you for another awesome story and emotional rollercoaster ride.

🎧📚🎧 And for the fabulous narration, Heather Firth and Jeffrey Holz were the perfect cast to bring these characters and story to life. They had a complete understanding of the characters they were portraying, gave each a voice that suited their character’s persona to a tee and were believable in every role they played. Heather Firth nailed it as Gemma, grasping every side of her personality and Jeffrey Holz did the same for Hayden, playing the perfect bossy, alpha-hole. Both were great performing the roles of the secondary characters too. They set the perfect tone for the story, captured all the character’s emotions and projected them into their performance, make you feel every single one. These entertaining storytellers are versatile voice artists and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another exceptional listen.

Excellent Listen Really Enjoyed!

Hayden and Gemma’s story is so cute! Love how open and honest Gemma is and how sneaky and possessive Hayden is.
Two single parents, kids don't get along, but go after what they want. They were so good together. Great storyline and narration!!!!