I gotta admit. These books are just pure fluffy fun. I love em. I'm not even crazy about the story of "Beauty and the Beast" and I still had a really good time with this one.

We met Belle back in book one of this series At the Stroke of Midnight. She is the nerdy, bookwormish character who spouts out random facts and lives in her father's basement. She and her father have an argument over her new friends. (Friends that have started a naughty princess stripping business) and he kicks her out. She is staying at her library and sleeping on the hard floor. But Belle loves her books so she gives no craps.

Until she finds out that her library might close it's doors. She agrees to move in with sexy dude from the strip club that everyone calls Beast. He can help her develop her sexy times and she can save the money. She needs to be able to work up the nerve to start stripping.
Because....


She wants her happily ever after because Belle believes in the magic that she reads in romance novels.


Okay..so yes, the book is pretty sugary sweet. It's also pretty funny in spots. The take on Mrs. Potts is frigging awesomeness.


Booksource: Netgalley in exchange for review.

Tara Sivec based her story on Beauty and the Beast, but in my opinion, she made it her own. It lost some enchanting factor in the process, and it’s more a story about personal growth than a fairytale retelling. I really liked the way the characters change from beginning to end. I found myself caring for the two main characters very quickly and found them to be very interesting and dynamic.

Belle runs a library that is on the verge of shutting down and still lives with her overprotective father. She is a shy wallflower, who does nothing but read. And yet, she desperately wants to get some experience with men.

Vincent is a bit of a caveman, rude, standoffish and rough. He keeps coming at the library, making sure Belle is safe. When Belle’s father kicks her out of the house, Vincent offers her a place to stay. Despite his overbearing behavior, Vincent is sweet and Belle trusts him instinctively. Vincent wasn’t the typical beast. There was nothing about being a beast on the inside or having to become a better person. He is a genuinely nice guy, he also has a kind heart. I liked seeing his softer and protective side where Belle was concerned.

Belle is complex, and carries a lot of weight emotionally. Her insecurities are always there. I liked the way Belle and Vincent opened up to each other and they were able to understand each other. They made a really sweet couple.

Tara Sivec has done an excellent job of creating an entertaining and original story, I would have enjoyed more emotional development though, to make me feel more invested and connected.

A big thank you to NetGalley and St Martin 's Press/Swerve for the ARC. I am voluntarily reviewing this book. I think this is my 2nd book that I have read by this author. This book made me laugh! I loved Isabelle's fact spouting. This is a nice romance. I gave it a 4.

4 Stars

In Bed with the Beast by Tara Sivec is such a good read.
I laughed, I smiled, I swooned and I fell in love with Vincent and Belle.
The storyline is well written, the pacing spot on and the drama just enough to keep you turning the pages.

Overall, In Bed with the Beast is a wonderful addition to the Naughty Princess Club series, each book can be read as a standalone and I highly recommend them.

*A big thank you to the publisher via Netgalley for the advance copy.*

I’m rounding up to 4 Stars, but I’m giving this book 3.5

I liked In Bed With the Beast, it was funny and quirky and I tend to like those things in a book. But there were a few things I found annoying and a little unbelievable. I know it’s a book, but there were just a couple of things that got on my nerves about the way the characters acted in the book. I tend to be a bit picky about these types of things so most people will probably love this book because it is quite funny. And don’t get me wrong, I did like it,, but only enough to give it 3.5 Stars.

"—He makes me tingle and resembles a rude knight in shining armor."

If you are looking for a good book to give you a giggle, you can't lose with In Bed with the Beast. I guarantee that you will adore all three of the sweet, sassy and sexy ladies in The Naughty Princess Club. Belle was especially fun because she's the innocent book nerd who works at a library. Who is more perfect to soften the heart of a grumpy beast?

When I first met Belle and Beast while reading At the Stroke of Midnight he was the lucky recipient of her first-ever angry outburst. The shy, quiet, timid librarian let it fly and set him straight. That was my first inkling that those two might be perfect for each other and I was excited at the possibility as I started mentally matchmaking. When I took a sneak peek on Goodreads at the title of the next book in the series I didn't even have to read the synopsis to know what was coming. Yup, I felt the sparks, even then.

While I was sad for Belle when her overprotective father kicked her out, I was also thinking to myself that it was about damn time she grew up and spread her wings. I mean really, she's twenty-five years old. Not that I'm judging her, I too was a book nerd that spent hours and hours alone reading when everyone else was out partying. But I wanted her to experience all the things she and I both missed out on. Somebody needs to experience the fairy tale, right?

While I can't tell you too much, because it's not my secret to tell, but I admit that I was surprised by the Beast. While I knew he was a man of few words, and those were usually growled rather than spoken, I wasn't expecting what I eventually learned about him. Isn't it awesome when that happens?

I really enjoyed watching Belle come out of her shell and the transformation of both her and Beast. As she got stronger he became more gentle, but only towards her. I could hear the "softness in his raspy voice" when he told her "you're so weird." And those girls...I laughed my ass off at their antics and banter, especially Ariel. I can see why the author saved her for last, that book's gonna be a doozy and I can't wait. The line forms here...

I love Tara Sivec’s books, but this one just isn’t working for me. I may come back to it at a later date, but for now I have decided not to continue. I made it to 26%. I haven’t read At the Stroke of Midnight, and after this book, I have no desire to read it. Belle spouts off random facts when she’s nervous, and she’s nervous a lot. I found myself skimming the facts. The book could be a lot shorter without all the useless information. I find Ariel to be rather annoying. I feel no connection with any of the characters or story. I ended up skimming and decided I had enough.

Tara Silvec’s books keep you laughing out loud while also loving the romance between the characters no matter who they are. Belle and Vincent were two unforgettable characters who touch a chord in all of us, especially book lovers who identify well with Belle. We all want our happily ever after and if Belle can have it, maybe we can also!

This was my first time to read a romance by Tara Sivec and I enjoyed it a lot. In fact I read it straight through-start to finish. This book was well written and the characters were amazing. There were several places where I found myself laughing out loud. The author can make you picture what is happening in your mind. She puts you right there as a third friend. I received this book from NetGalley for an honest review and I'm glad I did for I have discovered a new romance author.

In Bed with the Beast by Tara Sivec is a beauty and the beast retelling that combines a grumpy bouncer, a stripping librarian, and more humor than you can imagine.

I loved fairy tale retellings, and the naughtier edge to this one had me intrigued! Belle is in a bit of a jam. Kicked out of her father’s basement, she doesn’t have anywhere to live and the city is threatening to close her library to top it off! She is also part of a company with her two friends, the Naughty Princess Club, where they dress as princesses and strip. Only Belle’s turn it up, and it just might be the ticket to finding her feet.

To say this story line is original is a gross understatement! How could I say no to that blurb?? Exactly. I couldn’t. This was filled to the brim with humor and even though it felt a bit overdone at times, I was enchanted by this cast of characters.

Then there’s our beast, Vincent. He starts coming into Belle’s library and though he’s grumpy and growly, there’s something about him that makes Belle want to be a little bad. But our beast has secrets that could keep him from his happily ever after.

I really liked how this was Belle’s story, first and foremost. She’s growing up, looking to live out loud, all the while taking chances and Beast is the man caught in her web. Prepare to be entertained! I’m excited to see what the third installment in the series will bring about.

4 stars!

I have loved some of this author's other books but this one unfortunately fell a little flat for me. Belle is awkward, shy and borderline virginal, so her friendship with the outspoken over the top Ariel and outgoing Cindy is amusing. They are drawing her out of her shell and she is rejoicing in the fact that she finally has some real friends other than the fictional characters she adores so much, but the fact that Belle is trying to become a stripper to save her beloved library was a bit out there for me. Add in that I never really felt the connection between her and Beast and I found myself skimming through parts to get to the end. All in all, just an OK read for me

As is my way, I requested this book without realising it was the second in a series. In fact I didn’t really realise until I was a little way into it and figured that Cindy and PJ must’ve been the topic of a previous book. However there was enough info in this one for me not to feel lost, as it was recapped how the Naughty Princesses began and where they were at in their journey.

Belle works at the local library, which is struggling. So much so that they get a paltry few new books a month and Belle dreams of the days where she used to open up boxes and boxes of books. As well as her professional life being a struggle, her personal life is no better. She still lives at home, in the basement of her very overprotective father’s house and still has a curfew. When she gets herself kicked out, Belle is too polite to tell her friends, dossing down in the library until she is rescued by the ‘Beast’ – PJ’s enforcer/doorman at his club. He’s a man of few words, an intimidating presence but Belle isn’t afraid of him. In fact in their two previous encounters, she’s boldly stood up to him, something she generally doesn’t ever do.

Belle and the Beast, aka Vincent Adams, are definitely opposites. Belle is quite young and has led a very sheltered life. She’s a bit naive and until meeting the other naughty princesses, didn’t seem to have many close fiends. She spouts random facts when she’s uncomfortable or nervous and can be awkward in social situations. Beast is a tank, a man of few words with a gruff and taciturn exterior and most people are incredibly intimidated by him. Despite that outward persona, Beast has a good heart and a generous streak and it’s clear he does want to help Belle, despite the fact that he’s a bit secretive with a potential ulterior motive.

I really enjoy the stripper side of this book – all three of the naughty princesses are learning the craft. Cindy (from book #1) is their only party performer so far, having mastered her routine and it’s Belle’s turn in this book. She spends a lot of time in her head but has to learn to let go and embrace another side of herself. What I also really like is that the men don’t want to change them. PJ accompanies Cindy on her gigs (actually it kind of turns him on to do so) but he doesn’t want her to do something else. Beast agrees to help Belle become more confident with her sexual side, teach her to flirt or at least interact with the opposite sex without being awkward and the two of them have good chemistry. It’s the sort where Belle can’t see his interest because she doesn’t know how to interpret the signs, but for the reader it’s quite obvious.

I loved this, it was just perfect for a fun, quick read with some good banter and a very different story. In fact as soon as I’d finished I went and bought the first book and read that too. I can’t wait for Ariel’s story – she and Eric have already had some moments, so should be good to see their story play out. I am really enjoying the connection to fairytales and seeing them in a modern day setting. I’m really glad I discovered this series – and author. I’ll be checking out her other books too.

9/10

This is my first book from Tara Sivec and it was quite the introduction and she now has a new fan. This is the second book in the Naughty Princess Club and Tara has delivered a brilliant book filled with humour and fun. I am certainly going to be checking out the first book in the series and eagerly anticipate the next book.

I absolutely loved Belle, the shy librarian, she was so sweet and naïve after living a sheltered life but she has a bit of sass to her. Soon as she meets Cindy and Ariel they help bring her out of her shell. Beast, the strip club bouncer, is the brooding alpha male type. They say opposites attract and they are not wrong with these two. The connection and chemistry between Belle and Beast is hot AF

I love any kind of fairy tale retelling and I especially love one based on Beauty and the Beast. This book did not disappoint.

Belle is a bookworm who spouts random facts out at any given time. She’s never lived on her own, never been in a relationship and she has never had any friends. Now, she’s been booted out of her father’s basement, running a business with her two new best friends and is falling hard for Beast.

I love a growly, grunting alpha hero and Beast/Vincent certainly lived up to that. He seemed to have Belle’s best interest at heart although he may have something going on that he’s keeping from her. We never get his point of view and I definitely missed having that. More so because he’s more of a growler than a talker causing the story to sometimes feel a little off balanced. I still enjoyed the heck out of this story though!

Belle was so freaking cute with her nervous habit of spouting off trivia that no one needed or wanted to know. And when it came time to seduce Beast she was a hot mess that just made me love her more. Cindy and Ariel, her friends, are both heavily involved in this story and I loved getting a glimpse of Cindy’s relationship with PJ all while growing more excited to read Ariel’s story.

This is a fast paced read with some heavy chemistry between the main characters along with fun and humorous scenes with the secondary characters. It offers a wonderful opportunity to escape the humdrums of day to day life and I loved every moment of it!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book provided by NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

4.5 Stars
I absolutely love Tara Sivec’s work! This fun series has me laughing and turning the pages so fast to see what’s going to happen. This is the second book in the Naughty Princess Club series and loved it!

Belle is the youngest of the group and most innocent. She is a part of the club to help save the library and move out her father’s basement. When her dad kicks her out of the house before she has a place to go she stays at the library. The bouncer at Charming’s comes into the library and brings her dinner and finally confronts her about living there. He offers her a place to stay and she is little hesitant at first.

I loved Vincent’s character. He can be kind of moody but he has his reasons for it. Belle is slowly able to break down his walls. These two were the perfect match and I loved their story so much.

If your looking for a fun, sexy and lighthearted read this is for you. I absolute love this series and highly recommend it. I can’t wait for Ariel’s book!

This book is a play on the classic tale of Beauty and the Beast. Isabelle (Belle) just wants to save the library she works at by forming the Naughty Princess Club with her friends Cindy and Ariel. The business is renting a stripper for a home party. But when her dad finds out, he kicks her out of his basement and she doesn't want to bother her friends, so he sleeps on the floor at the library. But when Beast (the bouncer at a strip club) finds out, he takes her home to live with him. Belle only agrees so that she can the the experience with a man that she will need to become a working partner in the business.

This is a cute romantic comedy that will have you laughing at the antics that Belle gets herself into along with her friends. And of course you know that Beast is going to end up being a prince and rescuing her. A great addition to this naughty series.

I received an ARC courtesy of St. Martin's Press through NetGalley in exchange for a honest review.

This is a great book; this is the second book in the Naughty Princess Club series written by Tara Sivec. This book can be read as a standalone, but once you read this one you will have to go read the first book. Living in her overprotective dad’s basement, shy Belle lives her life through books. Being a part of the Naughty Princess Club is the first adventure she’s ever had, plus she desperately needs the money to save one of her favorite places, the local library. But when her new friends and new business gets her kicked out of her dad’s house, Belle is rescued by the surly Vincent “Beast” Adams who invites her to be his house guest until she gets back on her feet. Despite his attitude problem and long list of rules, Belle finds herself warming to the muscled man with a penchant for growling and starts seeing a gentle side to him that wasn’t there before. This is a great book with a wonderful story and well developed characters. This book will keep you reading long into the night. If you are looking for a great book, then you need to read this book. I am looking forward to reading the next book by this great author.

BIANCA

LOL!
The second book was just as adorably funny as the first one!
Those three chicks are hilarious! Ariel, the antique dealer with absolutely NO filter. The prude housewife Cindy. Innocent librarian Belle. They SO don't fit together as best friends, but it works perfectly.

And sexy beast. He's just what Belle needs in her life. They're perfect for each other. But there's a lot of stuff to overcome until we can ride off into our happily ever after sunset together!

I just loved reading this book!
Absolutely hilarious and adorable and sweet. I just adore this group of people!
And I loved the moments with Belle's dad! (Not the moments at the beginning - the later ones!)

I SO need Netflix to come and make a show out of this series! ☺

I'm a tiny little disappointed about Belle's mega-typical reaction and action when the 'thing' the 'reveal' happens towards the end. Why can't there be something a bit more original in books? Almost every single book uses this stupid reaction. I want something creative and new and fun and moving and unexpected! BUT - I still realllly loved the book and the people and the story and everything!

JANEANE

Tara Sivec is at her hilarious best with her new Naughty Princess Club series.

We are back with Isabelle and Beast's story now, and I wasn't sure what tack this book was going to take. What tack it did take was one right to my funny bone!

I think I have always connected more with Belle in this series - I think it is just that I want a library, damnit! I adore her quirkiness, I love her shyness, however I also love how she grabs life by the curlies and goes for it.

Then there is Beast. Oh my! I mean, he was fun in the background of the first book, but this guy! Gah, he is amazing.

Full of fun, sexy, flirty moments, these ladies will have you laughing out loud with their antics.

I am really, really wanting Ariel's story. She had no filter and it is going to be a fun ride as she finds her HEA

3.5 Stars

How do you put a spin on a story almost EVERYONE already knows? The premise in the story synopsis seemed fun and while this was funny at times and loosely resembled the fairytale, and the idea of 3 women starting their own stripping business is...novel, it was hard to get beyond the overall immaturity of the characters. And unfortunately, I mean all of the characters. And that, for me, made it hard to identify, care, be entertained, etc. by this story. While I did finish it, it was a struggle. This one was just not for me.

This is part of a series, but like many romance series, each book stands on its own, though former characters will be seen in the background with their happily ever after, and the next story will be set up in this.

So it is here, tied around the idea of three women who are “princess strippers” – dancing at a club, and doing private shows for parties. (Like a bridal shower.)

Each book in this series is tied to a fairy tale, in this case, “Beauty and the Beast.” There is even a room in Beast’s house that is locked and Belle is forbidden to enter it.

Belle, or Isabelle Reading, is a nerdy librarian in her mid twenties still living at home with her overprotective father. She runs the local library that’s on the verge of shutting down. The library is her safe haven, yet it will close soon, due to lack of funding, unless she comes up with a way to earn money.

So she decides that even though all her life experience comes from books, she will join her friends and become a stripper. Her dad boots her out of the house.

So she begins living in the library, until she meets “Beast,” or Vincent, the bouncer at the club where her friends do their pole dancing. He is super hot, of course, and gruff as all getout, but he offers her a place to stay.

Come on, you know what’s going to happen! The fun is how it gets there. This is sheer wish fulfillment, from beginning to end, make lively by Belle’s Google fu babbling when she gets nervous, and the banter with her two besties, who are exuberantly, hilariously raunchy. The head librarian, a widow named Mrs. Parker, even gets into the act.

These days when the news seems to get grimmer with every hour, a couple hours of escapism like this is just the ticket.