**Review: Cinderella Hired for His Revenge by Emma Grayson**

⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3 out of 5 stars)

Emma Grayson’s *Cinderella Hired for His Revenge* is a modern twist on the classic Cinderella tale, blending romance and intrigue with themes of revenge and redemption. While it offers an enjoyable escape into a world of high-stakes emotions and glamorous settings, it falls short in a few areas, resulting in a mixed but entertaining read.

The story centers on Ella, a young woman thrust into the world of billionaire Rafe after being hired for a seemingly straightforward job. As the title suggests, Rafe's intentions are far from innocent, and he seeks to use Ella as a pawn in his elaborate scheme for revenge. The tension between them creates a compelling dynamic that keeps readers engaged.

Grayson’s writing is accessible and fast-paced, making it easy to get lost in the drama and romance. The settings are described with an eye for detail, adding a luxurious backdrop to the unfolding plot. The chemistry between Ella and Rafe is palpable, and their interactions are filled with a mix of passion and conflict that drives the story forward.

However, the novel has its shortcomings. The plot, while intriguing, relies heavily on familiar romance tropes and can be somewhat predictable. Readers who are well-versed in the genre might find the twists and turns a bit too expected. Additionally, the characters, though likable, lack depth in certain areas. Rafe's motivations and backstory could be explored more thoroughly to provide a richer understanding of his actions and transformation.

Ella, as the modern Cinderella, is a sympathetic character, but her development feels somewhat rushed. Her transition from a simple employee to someone embroiled in high-stakes revenge could have been fleshed out more to enhance her journey and growth.

Despite these issues, *Cinderella Hired for His Revenge* succeeds in delivering a romantic and dramatic tale that will appeal to fans of contemporary romance. It's a book that doesn't shy away from high emotions and grand gestures, making it a fun and engaging read for those looking for a modern fairy tale with a twist.

In summary, *Cinderella Hired for His Revenge* by Emma Grayson earns a neutral three stars. It’s a solid romance with a compelling premise and enjoyable characters, even if it doesn’t break new ground. If you're in the mood for a dramatic, modern spin on Cinderella with a mix of romance and revenge, this book is worth picking up.

Well woven story of revenge and love! Grant and Alexandra were two characters I fell in love with. Would recommend this read!

This books was a pleasant way to pass the time but not really memorable. I would recommend Harlequin readers to grab a copy for their wait in the doctors office or for a long flight while on vacation.

Alexandra Moss , previously Waldsworth, is the daughter of very rich business man. She met Grant Santos 7 summers ago. They separated in bad terms and now crossed paths again. Grant hired her to exact his revenge.

Truly enjoyed the heart-breaking and endearing moments of this modern day Cinderella retelling. The flashbacks and current day events were perfectly sequenced. The emotions ( and changes) were also realistic. Both, especialy Alexandra was delightful. A great story to remind us of what we sometimes sacrifice for the ones we love. This one is an unforgettable love story. (NOTE: Has some scenes for mature readers only). Recommend reading this love story.

I don’t read a lot of second chance romance, but this reminded me why they can be so great. The yearning is so high. Characters are not just imaging what intimacy with they other would be like, they KNOW what they are currently missing out on. This story captures this feeling well, plus the payoff of familiarity/this feels right vibes once they start to get back together.

Overall I enjoyed this story. I’m glad the hero wasn’t too much of a jerk to the heroine, despite his plan to rub her nose in his success.

There was some emphasis on the heroine’s lack of sexual experience with anyone other than the hero. This was quasi-framed as making her virtuous/worthy of hero’s love and trust, which made me a bit uncomfortable. Also, inconsistency with contraception use took me out of the story a bit, especially because the characters had already had one unplanned pregnancy. I know personal preferences on these things vary for readers, but they stopped this from being a 5 star for me.

👠Second Chance Romance
👠Slowburn
👠Floral arranging

Loved the revenge hire that Grant did with Alexandra's floral shop. They had dated once upon a time and she broke his heart. She was the wealthy heiress and he was the gardener. Now her father is in jail and she's starting over and he's the billionaire. Though trying to stick it to her isn't working cause she's good at her job. And he's realizing that maybe things didn't end the way he thought they did or for the reasons he thought.

Thank you harlequinbooks and netgalley for the e-ARC for the honest and voluntary review.

This is my first Harlequin in several years. As soon as I saw "Cinderella", I knew I had to jump in. I'm so glad I did!

Alexandra and Grant had a painful history. Their conflict was not easily overcome and the past haunted them as they tried to move forward. However, they could each see changes in the other that helped them to take a chance on a new relationship. I loved that about them.

The angst was relatively heavy without being painfully so. The steam was not consuming but their chemistry was obvious which made the angst all the more angsty. I loved that Alexandra and Grant's positions had switched, building a foundation for the story that I really enjoyed.

Cinderella Hired for His Revenge is a sweet slow burn love story. She works hard to provide for her family. Her stepsisters are entitled, and her stepfather is dealing with addiction. At the bar where she works, she meets him. They flirt, but she does hope for much. Then he reveals who he is and asks her to marry him in a marriage of convenience. He can have his revenge and she can save her family. But the more they get to know each other, the deeper they fall.

I liked that even though it was all about revenge, they both have good hearts and love ultimately wins. I usually love Cinderella stories in any shape or form, but this one wasn't my cup of tea.

thanks to NetGalley and Harlequin Presents for the ARC, all thoughts are my own

In this second chance romance and class switch with these two- we get revenge that turns into love. This was my first book by this author and I really enjoyed how fast paced- cold to hot- hate to love this one was. One hot summer fling comes back to haunt Alex but she needs the business to keep her flower shop open. Once they talk their true feelings come out past and present. A great billionaire romance!

Cinderella Hired for His Revenge is a terrific second-chance romance that I enjoyed very much. This reversal of fortune story features Cass, who once lived a life of privilege and wealth until her father was imprisoned for fraud and her family became the villains of New York society. Now a florist, she lives a much simpler life.

Grant Santos was the gardener for Cass’s family when he fell in love with her. He dreamed of a future with her. Then suddenly she dumped him with no warning. He worked hard to forget her and built an empire that made him rich beyond his dreams. So, when Cass shows up at his business with a proposal to furnish flowers and arrangements for his various business meetings, he’s determined that it’s time for revenge.

Although this is a revenge story, the revenge is not mean-spirited, nor does it last long. Grant’s and Cass’s feelings for each other are soon resurrected and their chemistry is strong. Although, trust takes a bit longer to return. Eventually, Cass and Grant rekindle their feelings, but can they learn to trust each other again? I received a complimentary copy of this book. The opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

As a teenager Alexandra, an heiress, had a passionate affair with her family’s young gardener, Grant, before her father made her leave him with no explanation. Many years later their fortunes are reversed and Alexandra is a pennyless florist and Grant is a powerful CEO. Grant hires Alexandra so she can see everything she lost out on but the two are still deeply attracted to one another.

I’m not a fan of large wealth gaps in contemporary romances as it creates such an unequal power dynamic. That said, this one had them on more equal footing because Alexandra still had so much power over Grant. I’m also not a fan of revenge, but I honestly did not really notice the revenge aspect of the plot until it was written out in the book as part of Grant’s motivation. I struggled with some of the pacing, which is an odd thing to say as category romances are notoriously fast paced, but this book had multiple occurrences of multiple pages with long paragraphs and no dialog, so it felt like it did a lot of telling rather than showing even though the book itself was short. Overall I was entertained by the story and it was a quick read. I do think the book should have had some trigger warnings including: miscarriage, death of a parent

Thank you to Harlequin for the gifted copy in exchange for an honest review.

A very quick read with some spice and lovers-to-enemies-to-lovers. I really enjoyed reading this Harlequin romance and was surprised by how well written the book was. The second half went a little too quickly, but the first half was excellently paced. I loved the characters' backgrounds and history, and I definitely like the trope where the Heroine does something to secretly protect the Hero, who turns on her because he thinks he's been betrayed. The grovel was pretty good, and the spice/longing between the two MCs was just enough. I'll be checking out some more of Emmy Grayson's books!

As a teenager, rich girl Alexandra broke laborer Grant's heart—to protect him from her controlling father. Now, the tables are turned. She's a struggling business owner, and he's a powerful CEO. Can they overcome the past and get a second chance at love?

These two have strong chemistry. Grant is bitter at first, but his feelings for Alexandra have never died. She feels guilty for the way she treated him, but she can't regret saving him from her father's treachery. Ultimately, she and Grant are very sweet together.

Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.

The h grew up rich until her father is put in prison for fraud and scamming people out of their money. When she was younger, her father forced her to get rid of the H, because he was poor. He is now back, looking for revenge. The h has moved on and has opened a flower shop. She is hired by the H to provide flower arrangements for his hotels. The H learns of the circumstances that forced her to give him up. And comes to admire her work ethic and her.
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Cinderella Hired for His Revenge is a delightful second Chance read. Alexandra and Grant I loved there love story can't wait until it comes out so I can get a physical copy 5 star read 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

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In this charming riches to rags tale, florist Alexandra suffered heartbreak when her criminal father forced her to give up the man she loved. Reunited with Grant after many years, she is able to overcome her feelings of guilt and regret and finally find the happiness she so deserves.

Quick Summary: A second chance-with-the-love-of-a-lifetime romance

My Review: Cinderella Hired for His Revenge by Emmy Grayson was brilliantly done. Quite simply, this story was an incredible second chance romance. With a reversal of fortune theme, it revealed Alexandra and Grant's love story in a way that showed how two opposites could, indeed, have a forever love, despite their differences.

What made this story so endearing was the fact that both characters were good at heart. They both wanted to love and protect the ones they cared for the most. They were likeable and decent.

One of my favorite takeaways from this story was seeing that despite having hurt feelings and a broken heart, love has the ability to help people reconcile, forgive, connect, and build love anew.

My Final Say: This one is a keeper.

Rating: 5/5
Recommend: Yes
Audience: Yes
Re-read: Yes
Keeper: Yes

Appreciation is extended to the author, to the publisher, and to NetGalley. Thank you for affording me an opportunity to review this title. The words I have shared are my own.

I am really hit or miss with second chance books, but this one hit it out of the park for me.

I couldn't put down Alexandra and Grant's story, how it was a second chance at love, along with the who had the money roles being reversed now that they were adults. The chemistry between the two of them was believable, and the struggles that they both were going through in the book made the story move along at a good pace. I really enjoyed this book and will be going back to read Alexandra's brother Finn book.