This was a funny, fast-paced sexy read. It’s not what I was expecting when I picked up this novel It is so much better.

Jason Stone is a veteran QB drafted to a new team with a losing streak. He is only focused and looking forward to winning another Super Bowl. Throughout the years, Jason has been called the “bad boy” of football. His reputation is well earned from all the women, booze and parties he has partaken of. He is 34 and a little jaded from the many years of women seeing him only as a paycheck

Savannah is a 29-year-old executive vice president and chief public relations officer. She meets Jason at a party hosed by her father. Both of them do no want to be there for different reasons.

Upon their first meeting, there is a connection, a spark. Their banter and teasing had me smirking and laughing. I enjoyed her best friend’s antics as well. He does not know who she is but she knows who he is. She has been a good-girl all her life but with him, she wants to be oh so bad. He does not intend to be sidetracked or attracted to the owner’s daughter. He is not expecting to have a one and done with her either, but he does. The only problem? He can’t stop thinking about their night together. He wants more.

This book had me turning the pages. The banter when they first meet is adorable and cute. He teases her and I was completely enjoying and loving the repartee. I loved the chemistry between Jason and Savannah. It is scorching hot. They both like control in their lives however during the intimate moments, Savannah relents and gives up all control.

I would have enjoyed a bigger look into the secondary characters like Savannah’s friend or even Savannah’s past with her mother. However, when all is said and done, this is an extremely enjoyable read.

Loved Stone and Savannah. They start out hot and heavy, but then the slow burn after that really hooked me. I loved the interview snippets at the beginning of some of the chapters. I could have used a little more angst at the end, but I still loved this book!

ARC provided by NetGalley.

There’s no doubt Ms. Edwards is a great author and one of my personal favorites. I have more than enjoyed most of her books, but BAD BUSINESS lacked something I am used to in her previous books. Savannah and Stone meet at a club and their attraction is undeniable. Savannah knows their night together will change everything once the quarterback finds out she’s his bosses daughter. While I did enjoy Stone & Savannah together, their chemistry was off the charts and their banter often left me rolling on the floor, something was missing. IMO, I think it is the lack of conflict. While Savannah spends most of the book struggling with her inner turmoil over what her father has asked her to do, it’s out there one second and resolved the next. It felt like a let down after being such a large part of the story. Even saying that, it will not turn me off from the series or from reading anything else of Ms. Edwards.

This was a super hot read from a writer who knows how to write a super hot read! I really enjoy the snippets of the “Bad Boy” article that begins many of the main athlete’s (in this case Stone’s) chapters. Jason Stone is a well-rounded character in this book and I enjoyed him a lot! Savannah felt a little two-dimensional to me. The Grand Canyon sized chip on her shoulder bugged me...especially since I didn’t get the feeling she was patronized by her family (dad and brothers)...she seemed to have a decent hold on her role in the organization. Once the bs was out of the way, I liked Stone and Savannah together. They have an easy banter that is fun, flirtatious, and down right sexy! I’m looking forward to the next “Bad Boy!”

4 1/2 Stars! Jason Stone has just signed on to be the QB of his hometown NFL team. He already has 3 Super Bowl rings and is hoping to get his 4th this year ... and then he can retire. He doesn’t need any distractions ... that is until he has an amazing night with the nameless beauty from the club. Savannah knows who Stone is from the beginning as her dad owns the NFL team that Stone just signed with, but Stone has no idea who she is until he gets introduced to her at a team party. The chemistry between them is off the charts and they begin a secret affair.

Even though Stone is supposed to be the “bad Boy of football” ... he is far from it and I couldn’t help falling for him. And Savannah is so cute ... I loved the banter between her and her best friend - she is hilarious. And this book is steamy, steamy, steamy! I recommend this book for a feel-good romance!

I received an ARC courtesy of Random House - Loveswept through NetGalley in exchange for a honest review.

Bad Business by Nicole Edwards was a fun sports romance. This was the first book I’ve read from this author and I can’t wait to read more!

Jason Stone has been playing pro football quarterback for 13 years and at 34, is ready to retire like his older brother, Jeremy already did. But Jeremy only has 2 Super Bowl rings and Jason wants to win his 4th. His final year, he has been picked up by his home town team the Dallas Wranglers and is guiding the fledgling team to the playoffs. Savannah is the daughter of the Wrangler's owner. She has worked hard working her way up in the organization and now runs the public relations department. They meet at a bar. She knows who he is and is not interested, but somehow their sizzling chemistry, and encouragement by her best friend Allison leads her to a one night stand. She Ubers out, before he wakes up, but he doesn't stop thinking about this mysterious woman. And then finally finds her at a party at her father's house. Her father wants her to get close to Jason to convince him to sign up for another two years. Jason agrees, because he wants to get closer to Savannah. Neither Jason and Savannah believe in marriage as Jason's father left when he was two and Savannah's mother left when she was 7. However, all their siblings are happily married. Might they have a future together? Might their parents have a future together in a future book?
While the series is called Bad Boys, Jason is not bad at all. He gives his all to his games, believes he is only part of a team and calls his mother every day. The characters are appealing, the story line unusual and the chemistry between the two main characters is sweet and hot. The dialogue is easy to read and witty and there is even a villain. A scintillating read, I was lucky to have procured an ARC from netgalley.com.

Savannah and Stone have a lot more in common than he thinks when they first meet. He is just moving on from brushing of a football bunny who wants his body and wallet in equal measure. Stone is no longer interested in one-night stands and wants more out of life. Savannah knows exactly who Stone is, but plays coy when they first meet. Stone is intrigued and they both acknowledge that they have chemistry. Savannah bolts like a spooked mare and tries to hide her identity from Stone for as long as she can (which was a bit ridiculous to be honest). Stone's reaction was not what I would have expected and so begins their push/pull.

Savannah was a complex person. She works for her father and with her brothers and is in charge of PR for their football team. Stone has been signed on as their new quarterback and is in pursuit of this 4th Superbowl ring. Savannah claims to be immune to his charms, but her body does not quite agree with her assessment. Both of them did fight their attraction, although the angst was low. I don't want to give away the story line so that is all I am going to say on that.

I did like this book and found it be a quick, easy read. Their chemistry was able to come through and did not overshadow the book. Their personalities were likable and not overdone. The sports descriptions rang true and was a nice complement to the story. Overall a good read.

I was given an ARC by NetGalley for my honest review.

Bad Business is the second volume in Edwards’ Bad Boys of Sports series, which began with the fun and lighthearted Bad Reputation. With this sexy and sort of forbidden office romance between Savannah, the Dallas Wranglers’ head of PR and daughter of said NFL franchise owner and Jason Stone, recently acquired starting quarterback, Edwards pens a flirty yet mature and sexy love story.

Jason Stone may have been a bad boy during this early years in the NFL however, experience has shown him that most women only want his fame and fortune and finds it incredibly alluring when he meets a seemingly unimpressed temptress at a club and spends the night with her wanting to see her again but not knowing if he will.

Growing up among football players, Savannah was usually immune to them but the easy banter and absolute sensual focus that came with Stone made her take a risk even knowing that he might resent the fact she didn’t reveal her identity from the get go. But they both handle their secret budding relationship with a maturity that made it that much more appealing as their pull and connection jumps out of the pages.

The story flows with ease, delivering a fun, sexy and entertaining read. I can’t wait to see what Edwards comes up with next.

Bad Business is book #2 of the Bad Boys of Sports series by Nicole Edwards. It is a standalone romantic comedy, told from both points of view with a happily ever after, no cliffhanger.

So the bad boy isn’t really a bad boy, but a really great guy. Stone is a star quarterback for Dallas. He got there with a lot of hard work and dedication to a job he has loved his whole life. So, when he sets his sights on a goal, in this case the owners daughter, Savannah, there is not much she can do to stop him. She also is a hard worker, dedicated to her job and even with the conflicting circumstances she finds herself in the chemistry between these two is to hot to deny!

Bad Business is an exceptional sports romance with a swoon worth quarterback and the woman who will change his life. It's wonderfully written and the story moves along at a nice pace. There is little angst with lots of steam making it a fun relaxing read. There is one thing I want to ask of the author! Please oh please give Allison a story!!

Jason Stone comes to the Dallas Wranglers with one goal - take the team to the super bowl. Seriously considering retirement this might be his last chance to win another championship. The owner of the Wranglers wants Jason to sign a contract extension and asks his daughter Savannah to get close to Jason and feel him out. Not sure he means the way she gets close to him!!

I highly recommend this one.

I loved it, very fast paced kept my interest i would recommend to friends looking for a good sports related book, football really isn't my thing but i would like to say i learned a little.

Jason Stone has just recently signed with the Dallas Wranglers' as their quarterback. Growing up in Texas, playing for the Wranglers' has always been Stone's dream and since the team hasn't been doing well the last few years, he hopes he can turn things around a be the local hero.

Ten weeks into the season and Stone has the team with an 9-1 record. After their latest win, the team heads to their local hangout. The place is packed with young, sexy girls interested in their money, but Stone is tired with these types. He wants a woman that he can have a real relationship with....and that's when he sees her up in the VIP area. Stone doesn't know that she is Savannah Andrews, the owner's daughter and the teams PR person, but he likes what he sees. Someone older, not dressed slutty and carrying herself as successful. Savannah's best friend, Allison is goading her into something with Stone. Stone and Savannah play a little cat and mouse game. He thinks she doesn't know who he is and she certainly is not about to tell him who she is! So after spending some time together talking, these two end up leaving together and having an explosive night. What neither of them expected was the chemistry that they shared. Stone wakes up to find that his mystery woman left.

Imagine Stone's surprise when he is finally introduced to Savannah by her father. Her dad really wants to sign Stone up for a longer contract and has asked Savannah to be Stone's shadow and follow him everywhere, not knowing their history. Stone is shocked but loves the idea of being with Savannah so much. Over time, these two start to realize that their feelings are stronger than just a casual fling but it is getting harder trying to keep their relationship under wraps. For two people who did not want a serious relationship, they changed their minds pretty quickly.

I just adored these two. Stone was such a great hero. Strong, sexy and he loved his momma! Savannah was strong willed but just couldn't help falling for Stone. The story these two went on to get to their happy ending was fun, sexy and so entertaining. Overall, I really loved this story!

Savannah Andrews has heard stories about the famed Jason Stone, and remained adamant that she would never fall for a guy like him... then she came face to face with him and learned for herself what the man behind the stories was all about, and she was instantly smitten. As far as the rumors of his looks and prowess in the bedroom he definitely lived up to the hype surrounding him, but he also had an unexpected softer side to him, one that apparently she was the only one lucky enough to see, other than his family. But, there was a part of her that was always hesitant to get fully invested, constantly reminding her that he wasn't a man that could handle attachments or do forever, so she made a vow to not let herself get too attached. But the more time she spent with him the harder it was to convince herself not to dream about a happily ever after...

Jason Stone lives for the game, he wakes up every morning focused on football, and his job to get his team to the big game at the end of the season, which leaves little room for distractions... namely beautiful women wanting more than he can give them. But then he meets one that sneaks past his radar and quickly makes herself right a home in his heart, and he isn't quite sure how to handle it. He has never really pictured the forever kind of thing like his brother has, for himself, it's always just been football, and doing what he loves. But after one passionate night with Savannah he knows that once isn't going to be enough to quench the undying thirst he has for her... but that means making room in his life for someone else, and he has never been down this road before... question is can he handle the challenge?

Bad Business is an intoxicating mix of naughty and nice, it has moments that you have you feeling the heat, and moments the will put the squeeze on your heart... it's downright amazing!! This first time read had me completely mesmerized from the very first paragraph, Ms. Edwards wonderfully crafted characters wandered onto the page, the playful banter ensued, they had me smiling, intrigued, and not wanting to walk away until I had devoured every last word! I am a sucker for a well written sports romance story, that comes equipped with a slightly cocky and oh so sexy alpha running the show, and I am happy to report this one had that in spades...translation I LOVED IT! Highly recommend you get your hands on this one, Mr. Stone is sure to leave you highly satisfied!!

I requested an advanced copy of this title from NetGalley, and voluntarily read and reviewed.

Don't let the title of the series fool you. I've been pleasantly surprised to find that the Bad Boys of Sports are actually really good guys and I love it!

Jason Stone may have been a player in the start of his career, but he's been around the block long enough to know when a woman wants him for his money and fame. And he wants nothing to do with that. When he meets Savannah for the first time, he finds it refreshing that she isn't impressed by who he is.

Savannah has grown up in the business since her father owns the Dallas Wranglers. When she feels obligated to attend a celebration over the teams win, she catches the eye of Jason Stone. She isn't normally tempted by the players but there is just something about Jason that keeps drawing her eye.

I loved these two together. There is usually a characteristic about one or both of the MC's I don't like but I can't say that about Jason or Savannah. They were mature and treated the budding relationship in a mature manner. When Jason could have turned against Savannah for something that she had to do, he didn't. I love the fact that the author kept this interesting without taking the excess drama route.

If you love sports romance, I highly recommend this series. ARC provided by NetGalley.

I liked this book so much that I found myself not putting it down for several hours. It’s sweet, full of chemistry and sarcasm. A great combo

Football has always been the main focus of Jason Stones life. In fact, it is his life. As a veteran quarterback, he is ready to hang up his pads but only after winning his fourth Super Bowl for his new team the Dallas Wranglers. When Stone meets Savannah Andrews the last thing he expects is to like her so much. Never has he entertained the idea of settling down but with her, things are different. With so many things pulling them apart, most notably their careers, will Stone and Savannah be able to cultivate a real relationship or will their spark burn out?


Sports romance is one of my favorite genres of all time and this book was a perfect example of why that is!

I had the great opportunity to review an ARC of Bad Business. Before going into this book, I hadn't ever read anything by Nicole Edwards but I was hopeful that I'd love this book based on the synopsis alone. After having read the book, I can honestly say it was pretty damn good. I liked the characters, the romance, the writing, the storyline and everything in between! I would've only liked for it to have captured my attention a tad more and for the emotional side of the romance to have been more developed. Aside from that, it was a great read.


There were times while reading this book that I didn't feel 100% engrossed in the story...

Like I said, I think I would've enjoyed this book more had I been more captivated by it. Sure, I did like it but I was able to put it down and there were times where I wasn't really in the mood to read it. When I'm reading a five-star read, I am unable to put it down so that was a sign in and of itself. Also, the romance was very well developed on a physical/sexual level but not very much on an emotional level. I didn't necessarily feel the love connection per se between Stone and Savannah as much as it was described so that was a small issue for me. I understood that they loved each other by the end but I couldn't fully grasp how they went from against relationships to falling in love in a very short period of time.


Nicole Edwards stole the show with this great sports romance with a forbidden twist. It was very entertaining!

For starters, Bad Business was a really fun read. Stone and Savannah were a major highlight of this novel because I was able to connect with them on a deep level right off the bat. I felt like I knew them personally and really appreciated that. Together they were smoking hot! Their romance was off the charts sexy but also had an underlying sweetness which was nice to see. Though the emotional side of their relationship wasn't greatly developed, having that contrast still was interesting. The storyline was amazing. The sports element was developed to a tee and I really got the sense that I was reading about a real-life football player. Nicole Edwards' writing also shocked me quite a bit. I hadn't ever read anything by her so when I read this and realized how well written it was I just felt regret over not having discovered her sooner. I loved how she worked in some banter between Stone and Savannah and how she made them so fun and funny. I also really liked the sort of forbidden aspect of their relationship. It added an extra something to their romance which was great. And of course, it was so easy to get through. Though I wasn't always 100% into the book, I did find that it flowed and read really easily and very nicely.


I'm so glad I got the opportunity to read this book because it was very good!

Bad Business was a damn good read not only for its amazing characters but also because of the great romance, the wonderful storyline, and the good writing. I wasn't always totally into the story and I didn't feel like the emotional side of Stone and Savannah's relationship was developed enough but despite that, it still was a pretty good read. I'm giving Bad Business 4 stars and would recommend it to fans of sports romance and contemporary romance!


"This is love. No, this is more than that. This is . . . everything."


*ARC kindly provided by the author through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Another great book from Nicole. I loved this one and I loved Jason, he was sweet, sexy and all alpha male. Savannah was amazing as well, she was sweet and didn't let anyone get in her way of what she wanted, This one had little drama and was very well. I love a book every now and again that really has no drama and ends with a happily ever after. I can't wait for the next one.

When star quarterback Jason Stone meets Savannah Andrews in a bar she knows who he is, but she is a mystery to him. After a fun romp in bed, she sneaks out and Jason is left wondering. Soon Savannah makes herself known and she and Jason tiptoe around a relationship while Savannah is pressured by her dad and brothers to convince Jason to sign on for another contract instead of retiring. You are rooting for them to get together and the story doesn't disappoint. Like the first book, each chapter begins with an excerpt from a magazine story on the Bad Boys of Sports. You soon realize that being a "Bad Boy" is just an act and Jason is a nice guy who was waiting to meet his match in Savannah.