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CEO Elliot Miles can’t stand his IT guru Kathryn (Kate) Landon and let’s just say the feeling is mutual for her. They’ve spent years torturing each other while trying to work with each other, each encounter more caustic than the previous until one day Elliot sees another side to Kathryn (literally he falls for her beautiful backside) that has him wanting to learn more about her. Kate has always seemed to like Elliot but his rigid personality has her hating his public persona. When she realizes that her dating app pen pal is non other than her infuriating boss what’s she to do? Their relationship has lots of twists and turns with hilarious moments ( yes the duck scene), and super steamy moments that will have you reaching for a fan that make you realize there is more going on than one seems. While initially I must admit I thought I would hate Elliot (and there’s one time when I felt that feeling was justified) there was a softer, yet deeper side that has me cheering for him too. This is a hot and funny contemporary romance roller coaster that is a joy to read. 5 stars. I received an arc copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher for my honest review
I loved this book!!! I say that about all of TL Swan's stories, but I really oved how everything came together in the end. It was f#cking awesome! I saw what was coming about half way through the book, but that didn't impact reading the story in the slightest. Swan's approach and telling of Elliot and Kate's story was perfection.
Kate was closed off and living a shell of a life until Elliot came along. There was plenty of banter and hate between these two early on. They say that hate and love are closely connected emotions. In their case they certainly were. They were explosive at every stage.
Elliot has a hot temper and short fuse. Interestingly enough he is a romantic at heart. And oh what a heart! He cherishes his privacy and dreams of a fated love. He gets just that with Kate. I won't ruin the surprise of the story, but it was epic!!!
This is not a story that you want to pass up. It will make even those with a heart of steel sigh and swoon. This was an absolutely perfect book and one of my favorites this year.
Elliot Miles has been named The Casanova but the paparazzi, but as the head of the London office of Miles Media, he is Kate’s boss. Kate in her role as IT manager of Miles Media has despised Elliot since she started working for the company. She finds him arrogant and rude and he, likewise, finds her annoying. Yet when Elliot sees Kate in her sexy red dress, she is not what he thought her to be. When they eventually cross the boundary of boss and employee, Elliott and Kate cannot get enough of each other. Yet their romance seems destined for a rocky time.
I found myself hooked from the first page with their intense romance. What took this from a standard hate-love romance, was the dialogue between Kate and her supposed friend via emails. A clever twist to the story, making for a great read.
I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
The Casanova had everything, including fireworks in and out of the bedroom, and a hero who believes in the one, fate and an extraordinary love. Although he doesn't realise fate, has put his one extraordinary love right under his nose.
But oh, what a journey Elliott and Kate go on. As both are characters that have layers, issues and baggage and completely different backgrounds. Yet they also have more in common than either of them know if only they would take a breath and stop sniping and actually have a conversation.
And with so much chemistry, banter and brilliant secondary characters this was an enthralling read. That never once felt like it was over 500 pages long.
Would happily recommend.
I loved this book from the very beginning of the prologue and knew that this was going to be a really fun read. I laughed, I cried, I cheered, and I jeered. Elliot and Kate don't have a passive-aggressive thing going on, it's all aggressive and sarcasm that will make you laugh out loud. You know it's going to be fun and games, and when the connect - more fun, more games, and lots and lots of steam (and sauna ;op). I had a difficult time putting this book down. Witty banter, playful conversations, hot sex, what's not to love?
This is the first book I've read from T.L. Swan, but I know it won't be the last. There's just the right amount of world building, descriptions, and back story. Makes you feel like a fly on the wall, in a good way.
While this is book is the third in a series, it can be read as a stand alone. Written in POV style. Now it's time for me to read the first two books in the series :o)
**Received an ARC for a voluntary honest review**
The banter between Elliot and Kate was entertaining, and I enjoyed their story, but I didn't always like how he treated her. However, every time that I started to hate Elliot, T.L. Swan would always find a way to redeem his character. My favorite parts of their journey were the conversations between Pinkie Leroo and Edgar Moffatt on the dating app. I also loved the ducks, and the ending was absolutely perfect!
I received and ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review
My love for the Miles brothers knows no bounds, I thought Jameson was my fave before until I met Elliott. Wow wow wow wow is one thing I said as I finished this book. I also yelled out loud while reading this book many times. I will drop everything to read a TL Swan book and you should too! Elliott and Kate’s story was unexpected for me. I was not expecting Elliott to be the man he was in this book. There are many sides to him that he doesn’t let a lot of people see, just like the other Miles brothers. I also love Kate’s strong will and determination. She doesn’t let the arrogant and egocentric Elliot rattle her as much as you think she does. I love that she stands up for herself even if it breaks her heart a bit! There is a part towards the end of the book you will not see coming! That’s all I have to say about that. It’s amazing!
As long as I waited to read this book, I wanted to savor every part of it. But of course I read it in one day. I just couldn’t help myself! Cheers to TL Swan, the Miles brothers will always have my heart as do most of the characters that you write. I cannot wait for Christopher’s story now. I cannot wait to see what you have planned for him!
“There’s no border between us; the separation of the two of us is blurred.”
I’m relatively new to T.L. Swan and have only read the books in the Miles High Club. Now after reading my third book by her, I have to say I’m a fan and I need to read more by her.
The Casanova and Elliot Miles captured my attention from the first page and didn’t let go until the very end. Kate and Elliot are enemies at work and antagonize one another whenever they get the chance. When Elliot sees Kate in a different light, the dynamics quickly change and the rollercoaster ride begins.
“You feel more at home at my home…or maybe it’s me that feels at home when you’re there.”
Kate was fiery and independent and outwardly confident, but inside, she was a bit insecure and just wanted someone to love her. Elliot was cocky and self-assured and a bit of a jerk at times. Honestly, near the end, I was so mad at him, but he had to learn to trust his heart. Underneath that gruff exterior, he was a romantic and wanted to take care of those he loved.
“In the darkness, in her arms, I listen to her heartbeat. And I lose sight of mine.”
The push and pull of Elliot and Kate’s relationship was alternatively fun and heartbreaking and I loved the angst and the humor. Their banter and chemistry was sizzled, but it was the emotion and the intensity that made me fall in love in the story. I laughed, I cried, and my heart was stomped on and then mended. I highly recommend joining the Miles High Club today!!!
Thank you, thank you, thank you NetGalley T L Swan for this incredible ARC!!
I am still swooning over this book. It was fun, wistful, heartbreaking, and oh so so romantic.
It has been quite a while since a book made me actually laugh out loud and cry within the span of pages. At one point, I was so upset I could not see the words through my tears; I LOVED IT!
This was the first book by T L Swan I have had the pleasure to read and now all I want to do is drop everything and read every single book she has ever written. Seriously. It’s a wonder I am not doing it right now.
Normally I don’t care, but I hate the stigma that “Romance” books get. It’s especially irritating now because T L Swan is such an eloquent writer. Her characters are dynamic and beautifully complex. The plot was solid and kept me on my toes. Just thinking about it now makes me want to re-read it. If it is not obvious, I am trying very hard to not actually talk about anything that happens in this book because there are so many small details, that just one could ruin a part of the story.
If you take anything away from this review it’s that you SHOULD GO READ IT NOW!!!!
Steamy love story that will have you laughing, crying and cheering for your favorite characters. Kate and Elliott have worked together for seven years, spending more time arguing than talking. Elliott is rich arrogant and known as quite a player. Kate is an IT expert that has no time for her player of a boss.
But everything changes when Kate gets ready to go work out and Elliott notices the girl before he realizes it is Kate.
Will Kate and Elliott have a chance to have a relationship? Will either be able to get past their prior opinion of the other?
Super fast read! Could not put it down.
Thank you to Netgalley for complimentary copy.
Recommended
Dang, that's a good book. Book one in this series was recommended to me by a goodreads friend awhile ago, and I couldn't have predicted how much I would love it. Then book two was just as good. I was just plain excited to see this third in the Miles High series on netgalley. And I am not surprised by how good it was. Great, even.
Elliot is the brother who has 2 sides to him- he's ruthless at work, but secretly craves epic romance. And he has butted heads with Kate at work for years. YEARS, before things start to turn for them. And I like Kate- she really comes out of a funk and finds her strength here. It's an enemies to lovers office romance, and it has tons of steam. The love scenes are passionate and awesome. There's humor throughout the book- for instance, I cracked up when he bought a house and had some surprises. And there's heart. I cried here and there and was swept off my feet. The twist at the end was a big surprise to me, I never saw it coming. This might be the best book I've read in months.
Elliott Miles, the dashing debonair CEO of Miles Media UK, could he be any more naughty? Kate is the manager of their IT department, and in all honesty, she may be the only female that hates Elliott, but holy smokes do they make one smoking hot couple.
TL Swan writes one of the best alpha hero’s out there, and Elliott Miles fits that description to a “T”. Kate, she is too smart for her own good, these two just can’t stand each other, but they know how push all the buttons. And, a twist I did not see coming!
As with all books in her series, I love how characters from all her books find a way to make a cameo in one another. Don’t miss out not he 3rd installment in the Miles High Club series.
Wow, this book was amazing! I swooned, I smiled, I cried, it was everything in one book. Before I review, I have to say that Elliot Miles was an arse at times, where I wanted to hit him. He had a short fuse, which I didn’t care for, but it’s part of the story.
Elliot is the CEO of Miles Media in London. His nickname in the press is Casanova Miles, which I guess fits him with the turnaround of women he dates. There is one woman that he absolutely hates thou, and that happens to be the head of his IT department, Kathryn Landon. This Monday is no exception as she berates him on something or other, he usually tries to ignore her.
Kate can’t stand her boss Elliot Miles. He is obstinate, and rude, good thing she always stands up to him. The one way she relieves stress is by playing Netball after work.
One evening as Elliot is getting to leave for the day, he sees something bright red in one of the security cameras of the building. Looking closer he sees a woman with a fantastic backside, making copies and dancing while doing so. Who is this woman, and why hasn’t he met her yet. Well that goes down the drain when she turns around and sees Kathryn! Why did it have to be her, except that now he’s intrigued. Elliot is now on the lookout for that tight red dress. Suddenly one night he notices just her feet laying on the floor, running down to her floor he sees Kathryn passed out. Unable to revive her, he sees a bottle of prescription drugs and calls 999, but it seems they want a lot of information before they send anyone out. Eventually Kathryn wakes up a little to answer some questions for the operator. It seems she’s had a bad reaction to the medication. Elliot ends up taking her home, and hopes her flat mates are there to take over, which they aren’t and he stays watching her until Daniel shows up.
At this point Elliot starts to see Kathryn in a new light. After running into her at several events, all he can think about is taking her to bed. It seems that really doesn’t hate Kathryn after all.
Everything is changing in Kathryn’s life, in a good way. Who would have ever guessed that hot sex with her boss would ever happen! Is this real, or a dream.
This was an amazing book! I highly recommend it. It does have some lows and a surprised ending.
Overall, I give this one 3.5 stars. It was a quick read with substance. I thought the plot twists were good and I really wasn’t sure how it was going to end. The characters were good, and I liked watching the story between Kate and Elliot unfold. I liked how we knew they were in love before they did.
As always TL Swan killed it with this book! I spent the majority of the book saying, out loud, I just don’t think I like Elliot Miles. I mean the audacity of this guy was unbelievable. I just couldn’t believe some of the things he did, and it caused pure angst in the best possible way. Kate is just fierce and sassy, she definitely doesn’t put up with any of Elliots nonsense. What she did close to the end of the book is just amazing! That takes some bravery. This book consumed my entire day because I was just so drawn into the story, I couldn’t put it down. I absolutely loved this book and highly recommend it!
I was so so excited to receive an early copy of The Casanova!! I was only introduced to T.L. Swan this year and have really enjoyed all 5 books I've read so far. The Casanova just might be my favourite! Although, I think I say that after each one! The Casanova was a quick, fun, romantic story and I loved every page.
This is the third book in the Miles High series and features Elliot Miles, of Miles Media and Kathryn Landon, his head of IT. It's enemies to lovers and it's so good. T.L.. Swan has created a beautiful world with the characters in this series. They are strong and flawed and so well developed and presented. I am hooked. We're getting a Christopher book next, right? Please!
If you've never read T.L. Swan before you need to get started. If you have you know what I'm talking about.! 5 stars.
Kate Landon and Elliot Miles Hate each other. In fact Elliot has offered to pay Kate to leave his company several times and she stays just to spite him.
Elliot is a very sexual man, in fact he has been dubbed "the Casanova" by the press. When he catches one of his employees in her sports costume dancing to music and it turns him on, he is shocked when it is his mortal enemy. When he encounters her looking gorgeous at an event, he decide, that he must have her. Then he stalks her like an animal stalks his prey.
Kate has hidden a big part of herself after her parents were killed in a terrible car wreck many years ago. I do love her strength of character and her ability to stand up to Elliot Miles. I did not appreciate her giving in to him time and time and again.
I realized that this is supposed to be a love story, but there were just too many red flags for me to get past. He's a controlling stalker. He has temper tantrums. He is secretly looking for the "The one" while he is pursuing Kate.
I know I was supposed to love this story, but after personally dealing with guys like Elliot (minus the billions), I realized that the best thing for me was to cry, walk away and never look back..
Thank you to Net Galley for the advanced copy.
This was such a good book for a third installment. I didn’t feel like I was missing anything at all.
Kate is an IT specialist manager working for Elliot Miles at Miles Media. They have hated each other for 7 years, yelling, fighting and saying snarky comments every chance they get. One day Miles sees Kate on security video dancing around in her netball dress uniform and feels something more than animosity. They also start messaging each other anonymously which is also hilarious. Where will those feelings take them?
This was a wonderful enemies to lovers office romance with its mix of witty, snarky banter and all the 🔥🔥🔥🔥 you want! The wishy washy feelings of together not together for tiresome but the ending was perfection!
Join The Miles High Club. I highly recommend it for those who love a steamy read and will be reading more in this series!
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for this arc in exchange for an honest review.
Staci McIntyre
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Kate & Elliot
Kate is in IT at the Miles Media London office. She had tragedy in her past that has lead her to live in grief. She is fiesty, fiery and stubborn.
Elliot is a hopeless romantic at heart. The press calls him Casanova Miles because he is so swoon worthy and girls fall at his feet basically.
Kate and Elliot have worked together for 7 years and have hated each other, until things change and turn around. Their “relationship” is complicated as Elliot doesn’t want one and wants to keep dates out of the press. And Kate is trying everything she can to keep from being broken hearted.
As with all TL Swan books, Elliot captivates you and makes you swoon, and Kate is strong and relatable. You think you love one of her men and have a favorite then she’s like nope, here’s a new book! She does not fail in the gut wrenching heartbreak either, this one hit me harder than others because the connection they build is so phenomenal. I didn’t want it to end but couldn’t read it fast enough as well.
A•R•C review
5 Star review of The Casanova (The Miles High Club #3) by T.L. Swan
I have only read or listened to a couple of books by T.L. Swan but what I have, I loved. In these difficult times, we all need an escape and for me The Casanova was the perfect book for me to escape from reality; my only complaint, the book ended.
I fell hard and fast for successful businessman Elliot Miles or as he is also known Casanova Miles. He ticked every box for me, even though there were times that I wanted to smack him across the back of his head. Kate works for Elliot and is often annoyed and frustrated by his obnoxious behaviour but thankfully her new pen friend Edgar helps to keep her sane.
I really loved Kate, she has been through so much and there were times that my heart broke for her. As for Elliot, there is so much more to him that he lets shine through and it was heart warming to discover the layers beneath. This is an enemies to lover’s story that will draw you in and keep you invested until the end. The were numerous moments where I found myself laughing out loud and had tears running down my face, my husband thought I had finally cracked.
What will happen when secrets are revealed? This was a well written, steamy, witty story that ticked all the boxes for me and is one of my favourite reads of 2021.
I received a copy of the book from the publisher through NetGalley.