Sadie Gold’s finally seeing her career advancing by getting a role of a lifetime. She, however, has to really train hard to get the role as well as the look she needs. She isn’t prepared for the man in charge of training her for this role to be her first boyfriend, Bo Ibarra. She never got over him when he broke up with her. Sadie had a privileged upbringing but not the loving family, with the exception of her Nana. Bo’s family struggled to make ends meet but with a loving family. They thought they might have a second chance until a secret is threatened to come out. The need to forgive on both sides is evident in this story.

Once Upon a Bad Boy was a good second chance romance. No and Sadie meet 11 years from when he walked out on her and you can still feel that there is something there however I didn't get a love connection between the pair. I thought the love and chemistry was oneside. even though Bo was the heartbreaker he never could forget Sadie. she definitely moved passed him and carved out her own life.
They do reconnect but it need more of a spark.

Now that Cassie and Bonnie have their guys, it's Sadie Gold's turn. Her years of working on a so-so but popular soap opera have paid off, and she's landed the lead in an action hero movie based on a bestselling novel. This should be her big break.

Too bad the stunt coordinator turns out to be her old boyfriend, her childhood sweetheart, the guy who dumped her on prom night and said he didn't want to see her again.

Too bad he's hotter than ever. Too bad she's still hung up on him.

And he's still hung up on her.

Oh, and this job is also make or break for him, because he's in danger of losing the deal that would give him full control of Windy City Stunts. Neither one of them can afford to do anything the media might spin as "unprofessional" on this job.

I like both Sadie and Bo, as well as Bo's family, and Sadie's Nana and her friends. Of the five Chicago girl gang, Ana and her penchant for both baking and costumes is the one who plays a relatively big role here. The family issues feel very real. Both Bo and Sadie have secrets they have to fess up to for them to fix their relationship, and those issues are quite real, too. The plot is somewhat affected by #MeToo without directly acknowledging it, presumably because this is a light, fun romance, not something intended to cause emotional upheaval in the reader. I was pleased to see it not ignored.

This is overall quite a fun book, with good story, good characters, and good resolution.

For my tastes, there is too much explicit sex. I don't care for that--but many people do, so either way, just be aware.

Overall, recommended.

I received an electronic galley of this book from the publisher via NetGalley, and am reviewing it voluntarily.

Sadie thought about the glass case in the donut shop. What she would select. Her Friday reward for enduring another week of hell training for her lead role in a new action movie . Sadie was to be Jamie, the dynamic heroine of Fair Is Fair. For motivation to stick to a strict diet plan, Sadie had started her Friday donut ritual and included her best friend Ana. Filming started the following Monday. Her trainer Jim asked if she was nervous and she said no, she had been waiting for a part like this since she started acting. This role gave her the chance to prove to the world she was more than the spoiled little rich girl she’d played on the soap opera Hope General for the last several years. She was tired of the catty accusations, the assumption that become she came from a powerful, wealthy family, she had more connections than talent. She told Jim this movie could make her or break her. Sadie had never worked harder than she had the past few months, preparing for the role. Ana and Sadie again met at the donut shop and Ana told Sadie she had missed her. It was nice having her back in Chicago, she also said she knew once filming started she wouldn’t see Sadie as much. Sadie had to be at a production meeting. As she entered the meeting her co-star and leading man was calling her name. His warm smile did a lot to settle her nerves. They had met during initial screen tests prior to final casting. Like her, Ryan had his start in television , in a sit-com . Than she heard a voice behind her a voice she had heard in ten years. Bo.. and he was the stunt coordinator. Bo than said he had stunt company called Windy City Stunts-WCS. Sadie had not stayed up to date on what he’d been doing since… She’d been afraid to. She never thought she’d see him again. They'd been teenagers the last time they saw each other. Despite what happened between them she was happy to see him doing so well. Ryan said he had met Bo the year before when he guest starred on an episode of Chicago Rescue. Sadie thought Bo’s hotness factor was off the charts. All through the meeting Bo tried his best to keep his mind focused on the task at hand. Today was the first day of representing the company for a production of this magnitude, his first time handling a big budget film and he couldn’t afford to mess it up. Vic was Bo’s partner but was eventually to sign the company completely over to Bo. Bo had focused most of his time for WCS coordinating projects for the local tv shows that filmed in the city. Vic took the film production. But Ryan and went to the people involved it the film and Bo had specifically been asked to be the stunt coordinator . If things went as well as he hoped with this gig Vic would sign the paperwork for the company to be his. Bo thought Sadie apparently had just went on with her life after their break-up. He hadn’t realized it had been so easy for her. It hadn’t been for him. As she went for their usual bike ride on Sun Sadie thought how deep down she had wanted to see Bo again. Sadie and Ana had been best friends since their first days at their posh preschool. Ana knew everything about Sadie except one thing only one person in the world had gone through with Sadie and knew about. Ana thought this was fate. Sadie thought maybe she would finally find out why the guy she had wanted to spend the rest of her life with had dumper her without and explanation. At senior prom Bo had been in a fight than told her it was over and he never wanted to see her again. Bo had been Sadie’s first everything: crush, kiss, boyfriend, her first love, her first lover… her first heartbreak. She had never loved any man after Bo, none had ever broken her heart either only Bo. Sadie had met Bo when she was seven and he was a year older. He was reckless and bold and daring. Bo’s father was her grandmother’s estate manager. Bo had followed Sadie’s career. Bo wants to talk to Sadie alone after some apple picking Sadie goes to Bo’s apartment. The played around and had oral sex but no intercourse.
I loved this book It was a beautiful second chance romance. I didn’t want to put this down. I loved the plot and pace. I loved Bo and Sadie together and how they interacted. They had chemistry that sizzled off the pages. I loved the ending. I loved Sadie and her Nana’s relationship and Bo and his family’s relationships. I loved the characters and the ins and outs of this book and I highly recommend it.

Title: Once Upon a Bad Boy
Author: Melonie Johnson
Genre: Romance
Rating: 4 out of 5

Sadie Johnson has a reputation as a spoiled rich girl with connections, not talent. She just won a role in a blockbuster movie and can’t wait to prove to the world that she really does have what it takes. Until she sees stunt coordination Bo Ibarra, who broke her heart ten years ago.

Bo is determined to prove himself on this movie, but he’s not prepared for the distraction Sadie proves to be. He wants to put the past behind them and move forward, but when a secret from the past comes to light, he’s not sure it’s even worth the risk.

I’ve really enjoyed the Sometimes in Love series, and this book is no different. It’s great seeing familiar characters from the other books, as well as getting to know background characters from those books now front and center. I love stories with a past, and this read is no exception, as secrets from Sadie and Bo’s past threaten to destroy everything.

Melonie Johnson is the author of the Sometimes in Love series. Once Upon a Bad Boy is her newest novel.

(Galley courtesy of St. Martin’s Press via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.)

I absolutely love the A Sometimes in Love series by Melonie Johnson! I fell in love with Sadie and Bo’s story from the get-go and it never let me go. I don’t know about you, but I also have that one person from my past, my first love, that has never truly left my heart. Sometimes I wonder what would happen if I were to run into that person again. Sadie not only gets the chance to run into Bo again, but he ends up being the stunt coordinator on the movie which is her biggest role yet!

I loved the wit, the emotional tugs, the hot and steaminess, the romance, just everything about it. Melonie beautifully intertwines all the emotions and gives us a delightful, heartwarming, second-chance romance you will want to add to your must-read-again collection.

I enjoyed this book, I didn’t love it as much as the first two. This second chance romance was lacking some of the romance from the first two books in this series for me. For me the back story wasn't developed enough for me. The characters did have a great chemistry. I really hated that they just fell into bed so quickly and didn't talk about their past until much later. Melonie Johnson is becoming a favorite new author for me and will certainly be picking up her next book in the series. 3 1/2 stars

This is a newish author for me and I really enjoyed how this was written, it captured my interest and kept it, the characters Bo and Sadie are not strangers but cam what they had years ago help or hinder.

I received a copy from Netgalley and I am voluntarily leaving my own honest opinion.

Once Upon a Bad Boy is a second chance romance and the third book in the Sometimes in Love series by Melonie Johnson.

I absolutely love second chance romances. They are one of my favorite tropes. There's just something so heartwarming about seeing people work through their differences/issues and finding their HEA in the end.

Which brings me to Once Upon a Bad Boy. Sadie Gold has landed the role of a lifetime and the man in charge of preparing her for the role is her first real boyfriend, Bo Ibarra.

The chemistry still sizzles between them, but can they overcome the issues that broke them up the first time?

I really enjoyed this book. It was a good balance of cute and romantic with some heavier moments. The supporting cast is great and it was nice to catch up with the couples from the previous books. Looking forward to the next in the series.

ARC provided by NetGalley and SMP in exchange for an honest review.

There are some aspects in this book that hits me. And i truly appreciate the way the events was written.

The story keeps you on your toes. Makes you think what could it be...and when you read that part you realize why Sadie did it. It took me a while, then I remember her family, how she was treated...and i guess what she did was better.

Sexy & Hot! Loved this sexy, romantic, witty and heartbreaking romance. I love this series. It was a fantastic mix of everything I adore in a story, heart, humor, and heat. These girlfriends and their connections also add so much to these stories. I cant wait for the next one.

Sadie Gold has finally landed the role of a lifetime. She has been training hard to be a action hero in what is sure to be a hit. Until she finds out that her childhood sweetheart is the stunt coordinator.

This is Bo Ibarra’s chance to show his partner he is ready to take over Windy City Stunts by himself. But when he hears Sadie’s voice for the first time at the table read all he feels is Hope.

This story is filled with humor, heart, emotion and sizzling heat, drama, an excellent love story and sexy times. Just when I think this series cant get any better, Melonie Johnson ups her game and does it again It really has it all. Loved every minute! And so will you!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I really enjoyed Sadie and Bo's story. A second chance romance where two people meet again and find the feelings they had for one another have never really gone is so sweet. Bo had his reasons when he left all those years ago and since growing up Sadie has come to realize and accept them. This was a very entertaining story. At times you will find yourself crying for them, laughing and swooning. The chemistry between them is steamy. I really liked the story line. The author did a wonderful job. I loved the HEA.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

Sadie and Bo were in love once upon a time, now years later, they are working on the same movie. She is the lead star and he is in charge of making sure the stunts don't hurt anyone. He left for valid reasons, which she still doesn't know. He has never stopped loving her, nor she him, but they have to figure out if what they had can be salvaged or if they are truly over.
Heritage and upbringing plays a huge part in this book and some of the things she does upset me, even if I understood her actions. She truly has a heart of gold and he has always wanted a second chance. The third book in this series did not disappoint and I look forward to reading more in this series.
Great characters, tough topics, wonderful backstory and great references to movies/characters are always important. Each book in this series had parts that either seemed to move slowly or too fast, but it didn't deter me from enjoying the story. I received an ARC in exchange for an honest, voluntary review.

The Sometimes in Love series follows five close friends - Cassie, Bonnie, Sadie, Ana and Delaney - and their romantic escapades. I recently read Bonnie's story, which was Book 2 and enjoyed it. Once Upon a Bad Boy is Book 3 in the series, and I enjoyed it even more than the one before. This story focuses on Sadie and what happens when her childhood boyfriend reenters her life. Can they move beyond the past and the secrets to have a second chance at love? 

This story was entertaining, humorous, touching and quite steamy at times. I enjoyed the relationship Sadie has with her grandmother, as that is something I can relate to in my own life. I also laughed pretty hard when Sadie's co-star, Ryan, talks about being afraid of bananas. The supporting characters, such as Sadie's girlfriends, Bo's family, and the cast/crew of the movie Sadie is starring in, may not have added much to the romantic story of Sadie and Bo, but those characters added some more excitement to the story and helped you get to know Sadie and Bo a bit better.

It was a very enjoyable read! I will definitely read the next book in the series when it comes out!

Once Upon a Bad Boy is book three in the series and is Sadie's book! It's a second chance romance, which is one of my favorites. I enjoyed reading it. I loved Sadie and Bo. They had great chemistry and were perfect for each other!

Once Upon a Bad Boy is the third book in the Sometimes in Love series. A good second chance romance and a fitting addition to this series. I enjoyed the story and the character dynamics and will be looking to read more by this author.

Once Upon a Bad Boy by Melonie Johnson is the 3rd book in the Sometimes in Love series, and my first book by this author. Sadie Gold grew up rich and privileged, and Bo Ibarra grew up poor. Every summer growing up Sadie would visit her grandmother, and hang out with Bo. Bo's father was the overseer of grandma's land and ranch. On the night of Homecoming, Bo broke up with Summer, breaking her heart. Years later the couple meet again, Summer is an actress who is about to star in a major movie, and Bo is the stunt coordinator for the film. What happens when the two meet again, and secrets are about to be exposed. I really enjoyed this romance, and will be reading more books by this author. I recommend this book, for all the people who enjoy a steamy romance.

I reviewed an arc from Netgalley and St. Martin's Press. Thank you.

I was so excited to read Sadie’s story. She has such a tumultuous past relationship with Bo. It’s hard to think about them working thru their troubles to be together. But Melonie Johnson doesn’t disappoint with emotion and secrets. This is a great addition to the Sometimes in Love series. 5 stars!

Another unique and entertaining book by Melonie Johnson. Sadie is on the brink of finally seeing her dream of being a movie star come true when Fate throws her a curveball. She finds out that the movie stunt coordinator is Bo, her first and only true love. Now Sadie must not only deal with the pressure of proving herself a good and worthy movie actor, but she is also going to have to come to terms with her past relationship with Bo and a possible future with him.

Bo, has never forgotten Sadie and has kept track of her in the 11 years that they have been apart. Although he broke up with her and said that he never wanted to see her again, Bo is surprised to learn that Sadie never once kept tabs on him. As they begin working closely together on the film, memories bombard them and they soon rekindle their romance, but for them to make a future together they will have to come to terms with their past. I encourage you to read and see if Bo and Sadie can find their HEA.

It was fun reading this book and revisiting the girls from the first two books in this series. I am hoping that the other girls will get to have their stories told, also.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Sadie Gold is finally starring in a movie that could be her big break and she is really training hard for the challenging role. Imagine her surprise when she finds out that the stunt coordinator is none other than Bo Ibarra, her first love and the man who still owns her heart.

Bo Ibarra wants to prove to his boss that he is finally ready to take over the stunt company they run together and is excited to work on the big movie that will soon be starting. Imagine his surprise when he realizes the lead actress is Sadie Gold, his first love and the girl who still owns his heart.

It had been 10 years since Bo walked away from Sadie on prom night. Sadie never understood why but thankfully she had her grandmother who helped her through the breakup. Seeing Bo now, it is very obvious that the sexual chemistry is still there, but since they are working on a movie together it has to be hands off......yeah, right! Quickly these two start to connect and eventually the past is discussed. Just when it looks like these two are going to finally get the happy ending the deserved a huge secret threatens to ruin everything. It will take a huge confession and an even bigger leap of faith so Sadie and Bo can finally get their happy ending.

I just adored both of these characters. Sadie was the rich girl who grew up with everything except the love and attention from her parents that she so desperately wanted. Bo grew up with little in his life but had a wonderful family life. Together they both find things that they had always been searching for. Overall this was a great second chance at love story and I hope there will be more books in this fun series!