Heated Rivals (previously published as The Wedding Pact)

By: Katee Robert

Narrated by: Charlotte North

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Katee Robert continues her smoking-hot series about two feuding families—and their wealthy, powerful, and scandalous secrets.

Carrigan O'Malley has always known her arranged marriage would be more about power and prestige than passion. But after one taste of the hard-bodied, whiskey-voiced James Halloran, she's ruined for anyone else. Too bad James and his family are enemy number 1.

Hallorans vs. O'Malleys-that's how it's always been. James should be thinking more about how to expand his family's empire instead of how silky Carrigan's skin is against his and how he can next get her into his bed. Those are dangerous thoughts. But not nearly as dangerous as he'll be if he can't get what he wants: Carrigan by his side for the rest of their lives.

Critic reviews

"The O'Malley series is one of my all-time favorites. The stories are fast-paced, gritty, sexy and downright riveting."—USA Today Happy Ever After

"Will keep you turning pages."—RT Book Reviews

"Dark, dirty, and dead sexy."—Tiffany Reisz, bestselling author of The Original Sinners series, on The Marriage Contract

"I ate this book up with a spoon. It's dark and decadent... like cake. And I love cake. Rating: A"—Smart Bitches, Trashy Books on The Marriage Contract

Tag, you are Dead

Another Irish mob story,with death,deceit and corruption.If you have to live with constantly looking over your shoulder for fear of something bad happening,all the so called “perks “that come with being a mobster is short lived and not worth it.To gain so little you lose too much.As long as Carrigan has her siblings,she is better off with out her parents who are so easily able to let her go.

Enjoy this series!

This mafia story continues with the O'Malley's eldest daughter who is a spitfire. They say these are stand alone books but they should be read in order. I tried reading this before The Marriage Contract. It was a mistake. I went back to purchase the first book so I could understand this second book. I'm so glad I did. All of the familial characters are introduced in the first book. This book has kidnapping, passion, hot sex, stubborn relatives, and bloody warfare. Again, with Audible, I like the narrator with the Bostonian accent.

Kicks the series into high gear great

In the last novel, we learned how the families treat their daughters. They are nothing more than pawns to be married off to increase family power. So too with Carrigan O'Mally. Her father makes her make a choice. A choice would be fine if she wasn't hooked in James Halloran.

If you recall from book one, James stuffed Carrigan in the trunk of his car and almost got her killed. Her transformation from James as enemy to love is the story arc. It is a good story, but I think the story could use a little editing. It might be a little long in the second half, it could have moved faster. Clocking in at eight-and-half hours, it would have been much better at six. That being said, there is good character variety and interactions.

Apparently the next installment is due out August 30th. I'd get it on pre-order so you don't miss it. This series has grit. Also, there is hardcore sex, so if you want to avoid that, you should not read this one.

GREAT START TO A EPIC STORY

Any additional comments?

Though this story did not end the way I expected, I loved it. I would have liked longer nukie scenes but it got the job done. Very Enjoyable

Strong plot, fast pace, great listen

First, let’s start with Charlotte North and an amazing performance. She bring these characters to life in a compelling way.

Second, Katee Robert created a thrilling ride through the believable characters, a tight plot, and a story that remains true to the genre and adds to the lore created about Boston.

As dangerous as these characters are, you still feel like you’d enjoy a drink and a heart to heart.

Most definitely worth the listen!