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This book was so much fun! It had the right mix of hotness along with character and plot development. It is always a pleasure when an author writes dialogue that is both witty as well as capturing why two characters are attracted to each other. Too often we’re told they talked and liked each other, but not shown what it is that they said because the author is not talented enough to write the sort of dialogue that we’re being told happened. Not in this book.

Rian meets the hot and wealthy Pierce in a grocery store. He’s immediately attracted to her and enjoys setting her off just to see her give him sass right back. He goes after her and she turns him down several times despite being attracted to him. But, as they get to know one another (and have hot sex together) she comes to realize that he’s more than the sexy, arrogant, rich guy in the Hamptons that she thinks he is. Well, he’s all that, but he is also just a really nice guy. Sure, he’s arrogant especially as he goes after, but it’s sexy on him.

Rian has her own family history that she’s hiding from him, but we know already that Pierce is basically a good guy so it will all come right in the end. And we’ll have fun flipping for Pierce and this book as the story goes on.

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book that I received from Netgalley; however, the opinions are my own and I did not receive any compensation for my review.

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Shaking Up book 3

A new sexy romantic comedy by Helena Hunting. I do enjoy Helena's dirty, sexy fun writing.
This is a standalone novel, Pierce and Rian meet in a grocery store, so many laughs with this story. Rain has a twin sister are really funny.
At first I was like Pierce is a dick, cos I wasn't feeling him in the beginning. Rain and Pierce have a wicked hot connection from the beginning it was something I really enjoyed. I found this one light hearted and entertaining I really liked this one. I think overall it for me is more like a 3.5 read. Rain and her Sister are trying to flip their house as is Pierce. There is a wee touch of angst, and I think you will enjoy the characters a lot that it wont bother you.

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I'm pretty loyal to a set of authors and in general, it takes a lot for me to try someone new. I find this especially true with romance because so many in this genre are 50 shades knockoffs and they lack the focus on story I so badly want to read. I was so happily surprised with this book. I loved the dynamics between Pierce and Rian and most of all, I loved Pierce and Rian individually. I was able to connect with them, understand them, and even seeing the big issue coming, I wanted to see how they worked it out. It was an easy read and I had fun reading it. Definitely checking out more from this author.

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Loved this sweet story of overcoming distrust and pain to find your way to true love. Interesting back story and romantic resolution. I enjoyed it.

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This started off entertaining and promising, but towards the second half Rian started to become a frustrating character to like. She was repetitive in her thought process regarding her past and how it could affect her relationships. It got to the point where it looked like she was purposely being blind to how irrational she was being, especially when Marley tried pointing it out. I think it would have been nice if Marley was the one that got through to her, considering she has the same past.

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I Flipping Love You was flipping amazing! As usual Helena Hunting never disappoints. I have never laughed so hard at the very beginning of a book before! The banter between Pierce and Rian was hilariously fun and flirty!
Rian is a sassy independent woman trying to make a name for herself as a realtor while Pierce is taking a little time from his family’s company to focus on a few of his hobbies. The two meet in numerous awkward circumstances that you just can’t help but to LOL! Highly recommend this hot funny read!

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My Review of “I Flipping Love You” by Helena Hunting St. Martin’s Press May 29, 2018

“I Flipping Love You” by Helena Hunting is an enjoyable, amusing, predictable story and a light read. The Genres for this story are Fiction, Women’s Fiction and Suspense. The story takes place in the Hamptons, and in New York City. The timeline is mostly in the present and goes to the past when it pertains to the characters or events in the story.

Helena Hunting describes her characters as likable, with problems and challenges. Rina Sutter and her twin sister grew up extremely wealthy, and were used to an elegant and luxurious lifestyle, until a tragic family scandal caused the twins to lose almost everything they had. The twins have started a career in real estate and flipping houses. Rian is the Mathematical genius and deals with the finances.

Pierce Whitfield and his family grew up with very little, and their father was able to change their circumstances so now they are very wealthy. Pierce is an attorney working in New York City, but enjoys working with his brother fixing up houses and renting and selling them.

From the get-go, Pierce and Rian seem to get along like oil and water, but there is no missing the fiery exchange between them. Of course, the real estate dealing is complicated, and competitive.

I enjoyed this novel and would recommend it to readers that enjoy stories with romance. I received an ARC from NetGalley for my honest review.

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This was a very fun book that I enjoyed a lot! Between Pierce's determination that he and Rian are meant to be, and Rian's insistance they aren't, there are some great laugh out loud moments to be had in this one. Sparks of all kinds go off between these two as they go after the same properties. This is the first book I have read by Helena Hunting and I look forward to reading more of her work.

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Greatly enjoyed this one--my expectations weren't very high, I don't know why, but when I started reading it I LOVED it. Nicely drawn, clear, characters, even secondary ones, fun plot, largely non-contrived problems.

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I flipping loved this book!
It had just the right amount of sass, humor, romance and drama.
I got a few weird looks from my husband and kids while reading, I laughed that much!

I love Pierce's cockiness and the humor between him and Rian. I enjoyed following them through this story.

I was in a mood for a real feel-good book, a book that would bake me laugh over and over. "I flipping love you" was a perfect read for that. 5 stars

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Fraternal twins meet guy in grocery store, one falls for him and vice versa, and clichés are running so high that I decide that I am not the target group for this book.
While the male protagonist (rich, angular jawline, gold flecks in his green eyes, of course!) is noted to be in his early thirties, this novel very much reads like a YA book, down to alternating 1st POV between female and male protagonists written in present tense.

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This book focuses on Amalie's older brother, Pierce, and Rian. I loved the very first interaction between them and it was all thanks to Rian's twin sister, Marley, and her subpar driving skills. Rian and Pierce have what I would call a frenemies with benefits relationships in the beginning which turned into so much more. However, our couple does not have a smooth transition due to secrets and family ambitions.

I won't lie, Rian did get on my nerves majority of the time, but Pierce knew how to handle her and could turn the situation into something they both enjoyed ;) So basically I loved the book mostly for Pierce and his never-ending determination to get a date with Rian. I absolutely loved when he unknowingly would speak his mind when Rian did something he considered super hot.

If there is one thing I learned from this book, it's that beaches have FLEAS and I want no part of that!

I would love to know if Marley and Lawson (Pierce's younger brother) would get their own individual books.

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Oh my stars! Helena Hunting is one of my favorite authors, so when I heard about this one, I was very excited. Sorry but who doesn’t want a handyman like the way she writes her heroes. Though this story has some interesting twists as we ride the storm of Rian and Pierce. Their chemistry is evident right from their first meeting. I had to die laughing because of how it all came about. Then their run in meetings. That fateful date. The sand fleas. These two were priceless together. Their passion is insane too. Like fan yourself hot!
While this book is funny, there is the emotional and raw side to it as well. The past constantly haunts Rian. She struggles getting past it. But I adore how Pierce is there for her and how he helps and holds her up as well. I love how he fights for her too. And that epilogue. It was priceless.
Overall, I really loved this story. You have everything you need to make it amazing. I couldn’t put it down at all. There is witty banter, passion, raw emotions and so much more. The fluidity of this story is perfect too. Character build on point and oh so much more. I cannot say how much I adored this story! I highly recommend it!

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I was so excited when I saw the opportunity to read this book before the release date! I immediately stopped my current book and started it! I really enjoyed it! It is such a cute, funny, make your heart melt book! Love the chemistry between the characters and the flow of their story. I will definitely recommend I Flipping Love You!! I can't wait until release day because I am making sure all my friends get this book!

Thank you!!

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Rian and Pierce meet in a grocery store where he accuses her of hitting his car and taking off the previous weekend. Rian thinks he is crazy until her twin, Marley, makes an appearance in the aisle and recognition flares between she and Pierce. Rian then discovers that Marley does not always make good decisions and she is left to negotiate a settlement with Pierce.

Pierce is intrigued by Rian. He is currently on leave from his job as a patent lawyer because of a mistake. His family owns a "doll" business and his father wanted him to become a patent attorney to protect their interests. Pierce spends the summer in the Hamptons flipping houses with his brother. He discovers he really likes it. He decides to pursue Rian because she intrigues him beyond logical reason.

Their first interactions do not go smoothly and Rian is left embarrassed most of the time. I did like her spirit but found her to be stuck in her head a lot. Her family's past was a nightmare but she used it as an excuse to push people away constantly. She was quite a hypocrite at points and I felt she should have come clean sooner. She used various excuses to push Pierce away.

Pierce was not perfect, but he tried to make up for his faults every time. He tried to pursue Rian while still making her comfortable. He could tell she wanted to bolt a lot and had to take evasive maneuvers to keep her with him. Their chemistry was great and I found myself liking them together.

The book did a good job of being hot while still telling a believable story. Both characters came away as likable overall in the end. I found myself rooting for them. I was glad to have received an ARC from NetGalley for my honest review.

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I didn't realize this was the third in the Shacking Up series. I wasn't a big fan of the first but each book after has been increasingly more enjoyable. That being said, I was a little worried at the beginning as I just wasn't feeling the chemistry but it picked up around the 30% mark. We got to know more of a back story for both H/h and then I was sucked right in. As always with Helena Hunting the pacing was good, there were some laughs, and the ending didn't feel rushed. Now can we get a book for Marley please?!? That girl needs some lovin' too!

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Pierce and Rian are such a cute couple. They are funny and the chemistry between the two is incendiary. It’s a quick and funny read. Helena Hunting is such a witty writer.I received an advance review copy in exchange for an honest review by NetGalley.

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I was so excited to read this in advance reading copy. Helena Hunting just has this way of writing that you fall in love with her characters. There hasn’t been a book by Helena that I haven’t loved.

This book was amazing. Right from the first page this book had me hooked, I couldn’t put it down. Pierce and Rian had just the perfect amount it chemistry that keeps you turning the pages eager to see what comes next . Their witty banter brings a smile to your face as you read..... I flipping love this book!

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So much fun. What happens when the responsible twin gets blamed for the troublemaker?
Sparks fly. From grocery store stalking to date interrupter, Pierce is the fly in Rian's ointment. No matter where she turns, there he is, with his infuriating smirk and to die for body, getting on her gd nerves! This story goes from hilarious to heart felt in a New York minute. Very enjoyable and engaging.

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Rian and Pierce meet as a result of a hit and ditch...with hilarious consequences that just keep getting funnier! My particular fave was Terry the lawn bowler!

This was a sweet and sexy story with zing! The anticipation was killing me! And when all is revealed my heart did a flip flop. In fact Pierce made it flip flip a hella lot!!

I love everything that this author writes and this was no exception.

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