Once Upon a Bad Boy is the third book in the Sometimes in Love Series and it follows the story of Sadie & Bo. All Sadie ever wanted was to be an actress. So, when she wins the role of a lifetime, she is over the moon and is excited about the direction her life is about to take....that is until she is brought face to face with the one man who's always owned her heart. Their upbringings tore them apart, but their love has never been forgotten. Their future is brighter than ever before, and maybe, just maybe it might be time to put the past behind them. What will happen when the truth comes out and secrets come to light? Will these two have the strength to fight for what they want?? There's only one way to find out.....

Overall, I thought this book was an ok read. I am a sucker for those second chance romances and can never really get enough of them. I thought this book started off really well and gave us a good look at who Sadie & Bo are. Sadie is full of sass, a loyal friend and has an incredibly big heart. But, underneath all of that, she has imperfections and insecurities like the rest of us and I think those qualities made her easy to relate to. And then we have Bo, with his good looks and charm. He is fierce, yet vulnerable when he needs to be. He's worked hard to overcome his past and now that Sadie is back into his life, he can't help but go after the girl that has always owned his heart.

Bo & Sadie fell hard and fast and I loved that their journey wasn't always hearts and flowers. Sadie and Bo came from two different worlds, but the chemistry between them was undeniable. Neither one of them was perfect and Bo, especially had some growing up to do. But, I really did enjoy watching them try to figure things out and see if their love is the long-lasting kind.

I did have a few issues with this book though. The biggest one being the pacing of this story. I felt like the story started off really well, but then after the first quarter of the book, the pacing just died. It felt like the story was taking forever to progress. I found myself getting distracted at times and had to really force myself to stay on task. I will say though that the pacing does pick up about the last quarter of the book, which was great. I don't know what happened with the pacing of the middle of the story though....The other thing that had me scratching my head was the inconsistency with the important details, especially in regards to Bo and his heritage. A few things did not make sense to me and left me wondering if maybe these details were supposed to be changed and they were just overlooked?? I'm not really sure, but sometimes those little things really stick out.

As I previously stated, I thought Once Upon a Bad Boy was an ok read. I didn't love it, but I didn't hate it either. There were a lot of good moments with family, friends and familiar faces. This story had the right mix of sweet and sexy. I think this author has a lot of great potential and I do look forward to checking out more from her in the future.

"Once Upon a Bad Boy" by Melonie Johnson
Thank you Melonie for another spell-binding contemporary romance. The description gives you a bit of a look at the stars of this story.. but does not prepare you for the roller-coaster ride of their reality. The individual choices made and secrets kept... and later revealed. Another spicy story told. I received an ARC from the publisher. This is my opinion of this story.. I really liked this story and think you will also. Happy Reading !!

Once Upon a Bad Boy is one story in a series written by Melonie Johnson following a group of girlfriends as they each fight for their own happily ever after with unexpected partners. Sadie belongs to an affluent family but is trying to make her own way as an actress. After landing a role completely different from her soap opera, Sadie hopes this one will show everyone that she is talented in her own right. She’s tired of people thinking her family bought her roles & career. After training hard for the role, she walks into the planning meeting & has her feet pulled out from under her. Her high school boyfriend, the one that dumped her own prom night, is the stunt coordinator for the show.

Bo can’t believe Sadie is back in town & that he has to work with her. He always felt inferior to her. His parents worked on her grandmother’s estate. Now, they are meeting as equals but he’s determined he isn’t going to get pulled back into her life. Their chemistry is too strong though & they end up having to work through memories brought back up from the past.

I really enjoyed this story. The families add additional dimension to the plot & a lifelike quality. The sister jealous of the relationship & disliking the girl friend. The grandmother thinking they are perfect together. His parents ignoring their “station” in life & enjoying friendships. I also enjoyed the band of girlfriends popping up from time to time with reminders of the other stories. This was an enjoyable story to read & I hope to read the next in the series!

I was provided a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest and fair review.

I really enjoyed the first book in the series, Getting Hot with the Scot, and wanted to read more of the novels in the series. This book started out pretty good, and I ended up liking it, but there were pieces of the novel that I didn't enjoy. I just don't really care for the whole "second chance" trope - I need to realize that at some point and stop trying to like them. I just always get so depressed thinking about how much time they've missed out on and how much of life they've wasted apart. Sadie and Bo had great chemistry and the emotions in this novel were off the charts, though at the end it got to be a bit much. While it was romantic and sweet, there were some pretty cheesy pieces to the story. I liked it but didn't love it, I think the first book in the series was my favorite. Overall it was a good series though and I really enjoyed it! I would recommend it.

We first met Sadie in "Getting hot with the Scot", but we didn't get to know her very well.

"Once upon a bad boy" is Sadie's story. And Bo's.

Sadie is career driven. She lives and breathes for her job.
Then Bo is hired to be the stunt supervisor for Sadie's new film. Bo, as in the Bo she used to date in her teens. The same Bo that broke her heart.

Suring this story we get to know their past and their secrets.
Sadie gets more confident and takes charge of her own faith.
This is a story about love, love lost and forgivness.

It's a very cute story.

Sadie and Bo have history. They are each other’s first loves and haven’t seen each other in 11 years. When thrown together on a movie set, their past collides with their present. The journey is heartfelt and filled with mistrust yet hope. There were parts I wanted to feel more between Sadie and Bo; but the characters and the story are very enjoyable. There were beautiful moments of truth and trust. This second chance romance will warm your heart.

**I voluntarily read an early copy of this title courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review**

Sadie Gold has finally landed the role that she hopes will propel her acting career forward. While she had success on a soap opera, there has always been scuttle that her family's position and money helped her to get that role, that it wasn't done on her own merit, and she is beyond ready to prove that she's got the acting chops to get any job on her own. When she shows up for the table read, she quickly learns that her childhood love is the stunt coordinator, meaning she's going to have to work closely with him, and to say things did not end amicably between them is a vast understatement.

Bo Ibarra is embarking on the job that the rest of his career could hinge on. While he is currently part owner of the stunt company that has been hired for this big budget film, if everything goes according to plan, his co-owner is going to retire and sign the whole company over to him. While he's nervous because it is the most high profile gig he's had, it's nothing compared to when he learns his first love is the lead actress.

Will Sadie and Bo have a second chance at the romance that eluded them over a decade ago? Or will the pain from the past be too much for them to overcome?

Melonie Johnson has a way of writing that really draws you in. Her character development is fantastic and you feel like you know the characters so well. If you've read either of the first two books in this series, you also know that Sadie's girlfriends are a fantastic bunch on their own and having them involved and giving their two cents was great. This book was about second changes, forgiveness, growth within one's self and I also believe fate was involved. I highly recommend not only this book, but the first two in the Sometimes in Love series as well

I really love this series. From the romance between the two main characters to the bonds between the five girlfriends to the way the people around them respond after private information is made public, this book feels both realistic and optimistic. I want us all to live in Melonie Johnson's world!

I requested to read and review this book Once upon a Bad Boy by author Melonie Johnson. This is the second book I Have read by Ms. Johnson and I can say she didn't disappoint on this book either. You can help but fall in love with Sadie and Bo and no matter where you came from love can conquer all if you let it. And you will love Ana quick whit and the knowledge that she can share. And Luna there is more to her that what meets the eyes. This a definite must read for mature readers or any type of reader. This would make a great vacation or anytime book.

Well. It sure looks like all the beasties from this series are meeting their matches, but one thing remains the same. Their genuine friendship!

Cassie and Bo come from different sides of society. That doesn't mean that they are unable to become close and loyal friends which turn into a romance.

Unfortunately, the social barriers push Bo into making a decision which he thinks is for the best. They haven't been in touch for over a decade, but when Cassie lands her dream role in a big forthcoming movie, they are put in each other's path once again.

Their reunion is a little awkward, but they soon find out that their once sizzling chemistry hasn't waned. Nothing is easy. The good and bad from the past make them weary of each other, even when on the surface, everything feels so natural. Normal. There is a secret that Cassie has kept locked away. This secret could make or break them! Can they face accept what's happened and move forward?

Bo is hard working, and loyal. He has now matured into a responsible adult. Cassie is determined to prove that she can make it on her own, despite the rumours from the media. She is strong, adventurous and loving.

I like the concept and my heart goes out to them for the decision they made. Especially Cassie. Gosh, it must have been hard for her. What I really like about them is the ease of their childhood's friendship which blossomed into a beautiful romance. There is a lot of hardship, even a bout of green envy and deceit. They are an adorable couple and the fairy tale ending is a dream come true.

I was kindly issued with an eARC from Netgalley and the views expressed are my personal opinion.

This was enjoyable but I think I still prefer the first in the series. Sadie is a fun character and her romance with Bo was sweet if not a little strange. Would have preferred more narration from Bo's point of view. The romance was there but the descriptive sexy time didn't hit home for me here.

I feel bad for anyone who has to cut a donut in half in order to enjoy it.

Sadie has been working hard to stop rumors about her life. Bo is just making sure that everybody knows that he has made something out of his life. This is a really cute love story of actors and stunt people working together in and out of the bed.

Sometimes In Love series
Actress Sadie Goldovitz has landed her dream role and is working very hard at nailing the part.....too bad a blast from her past is heading her way and is going to knock her for a loop.
Bo Ibarra, that blast from the past, her first and only love is now a stunt coordinator on the set of this movie that is so important to her...and him, it's his chance to show his partner he is ready to run the show by himself.
Together they work hard to succeed, bring back all the reminders of what was so good in their relationship....before things conspired against them.
Written with humor, sweetness, and a lot of steam, this contemporary romance delivers an intriguing tale with a HEA ending.
I requested and received a NetGalley ARC to peruse and offer my honest opinion.

What I like about this book was the characters. Both Sadie and Bo were really believable. I liked the story but at times it felt a little awkward. Overall this was a very good book and I love the flow of the writing.

I devoured the first two books in this series and finished this one just a quickly. Liked getting to finally read Sadie's story, she was my favorite side character in the other books.

Definitely a cute story about fate and seconds chances. The intense connection between the childhood sweethearts was immediate and it was hard to ignore how well they fit together. A nice read with well blended characters and promising premise

I’m newly obsessed with Melonie Johnson! Her characters are always strong and the storylines are great. Even her secondary characters come off the page. Love her!!

"Once Upon a Bad Boy" is my third book from Melonie Johnson. I have been enjoying her books so much and can't wait to read more. I really hope she continues writing books containing the characters she has already introduced in the books. These are light, easy romance books and so fun to read.

This was an entertaining, well-written book. Sadie has finally gotten the role that will make her career. She is not expecting the man in charge of training her for the role to be her first boyfriend, Bo. Can they work through their past to create a future? It was fun and heartwarming to read about these two reconnecting and opening up to each other. I enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more books by this author.

I just found a new author! I loved Sadie and Bo. The story was so easy to get into and an enjoyable read. Well done.