This is a great addition for most libraries with a strong New Adult user base. A second round purchase for most libraries otherwise.

Ok. Um. I loved this book! This is a rerelease of a book by the same author as Archer’s Voice and I am so happy and thankful to Netgalley and Bloom Books to have received a copy before it is republished June 6.
The storyline here sounds ridiculous: a law student who meets a porn star while in Vegas for a convention and the whirlwind romance that happens from there. I know, doesn’t sound revolutionary but oh my gosh it was soooo spicy, so realistically written and had lead characters you couldn’t help but root for.
Honestly, if you can handle a steamy romance, run to get Stinger this summer!

4⭐️
3.5🌶

Thank you to NetGalley for this Arc!

I'm a total Mia Sheridan fan! I love her writing style and the way her story developed.

Stinger was a fabulous surprise, I was skeptical at first because the premise of a law student meeting a porn star in Las Vegas wasn't very appealing to me ....... but it's so much more than just that! Which I loved, the story wasn't shallow and it was well done. The character development was on point!

As always, I love getting both POVs. It really helped especially with the story. I also enjoyed all the sweet little moments they shared between each other the buttercup, the sunrises, the elevators, the Titanic and the cute Christmas tree!

And the epilogue !!!

Mia Sheridan is definitely one of my favourite author!

I totally recommend this book if you're looking for a steamy and romantic fast paced read!

"Stinger" by Mia Sheridan is a captivating romance that tells the story of two people from completely different worlds who find themselves inexplicably drawn to each other. Grace Hamilton is a focused, driven young woman who has always followed the plan she's set for herself, while Carson Stinger lives life on his own terms, working in the adult entertainment industry without any regard for what others think of him. When Grace and Carson are unexpectedly thrown together, they embark on a passionate, steamy weekend together that leaves them both wanting more. But as their worlds collide, they realize that their time together may be limited, and that their hearts may have other plans.

Mia Sheridan does an excellent job of bringing the characters of Grace and Carson to life. Grace is a strong, independent woman who has always played it safe, and her journey of self-discovery is both touching and inspiring. Carson is a complex character with a troubled past, and his transformation throughout the story is compelling and emotional. The chemistry between the two leads is electric, and their love story is both heartwarming and heartbreaking.

Overall, "Stinger" is a well-written, engaging romance that will leave readers rooting for Grace and Carson's love story. Mia Sheridan's writing is both evocative and poignant, and she skillfully weaves together the different elements of the story to create a truly memorable novel. Fans of contemporary romance will not be disappointed by this emotional and steamy tale of love and redemption.

Grace collides into Carson Stinger, Straight Male Performer. One always has a plan and the other takes it minute by minute, day by day. An elevator stall leads to secrets to be revealed.
Considered the possibilities. Being more - “to have something to offer someone like you.” Life changing weekend.

Mia Sheridan hits my emotional buttons once again and I'm not mad at all. The banter and the spicy were perfect. Carson and Grace left me wanting more. Their chance meeting and the time they spent together you could just feel that instant connection jumping off the screen.

I loved the setup of the book being in 3 parts. There was a very clear beginning, middle, and end that flowed. In part 1, in just that short time of Carson and Grace meeting they are vulnerable and start spending time together. That entire time I just rooted for them to stay together. In Part 2 we see their lives and how they are as individuals and their growth just from their first encounter. Part 3 is where they come back together and when they are together it and its revealed what happened in their time apart all their life choice where spurred from that chance weekend.

Grace and Carson balanced each other out in the best way. Grace was very much by the book, overthinker, and focused on other as opposed to herself. Carson at the beginning was okay with how his life and he didn't think he was destined for anything more than being in the adult entertainment industry. They each brought out the best in each other and made it okay for them to go beyond the boxes they lived in.

I love love loved this book!!! Carson stinger was so sweet and perfect and his backstory is heartbreaking.

I thought Archers Voice by Mia Sheridan was fantastic but this one was better. She’s easily a must read for me now.

Thank you NetGalley for an ARC! :)

Mia Sheridan does is again. “Stinger” is a spicy but emotional romance that will certainly be a book-tok favorite. Add this to your list!

This was a really different kind of a story. I mean it’s not every day you read about an aspiring lawyer hooking up with a porn star! Lol but it had depth and feelings and became a very involved and evolved tale of love. I love MS writing style. Many thanks to the publisher and netgalley for this copy for review

I haven’t read anything by this author before, and I'll be following Mia Sheridan now. Romance is always very hit-or-miss for me, and I enjoyed the writing and the characters in “Stinger.” The book has some of my favorite tropes - like second chance romance. I wish the ending was more climactic.

I've had Archer's Voice on my TBR for a while and haven't picked it up. But now, after reading Stinger, I know that I need to read all of Mia Sheridan's books. I honestly don't know what has been holding me back. Her writing is beautiful. She knows how to write amazing characters and keep you engaged from the very first page.

“I really, really like how you make me feel – like if you looked at me every day, the way you’re looking at me right now, I could do anything, be anything, be more”

A lot of the time when you're reading a spicy book you don't get to see anything more than sex. With Carson and Grace, though, it was much more than that. The feelings, the intimacy, the passion.. gave us a much deeper look into their chemistry.

I had no idea if Carson and Grace would work because of their backgrounds. A porn star and a law student. I was rooting for them so bad and had a few emotional moments during their time apart. I wanted them to win, so bad.

Not to mention the character growth - from both Carson and Grace. Beautiful ending to a beautiful story.

Big thank you NetGalley and to the publisher for the chance to review this book pre-release.

Give. Me. All. Of. Mia Sheridan's Books. I seriously can not get enough of this romance, it's so well done, and honestly is a not-so-guilty pleasure at this point.

A more formal review will be available on my IG/TikTok and Goodreads.

"Stinger" by Mia Sheridan is a second-chance standalone romance novel that tells the story of Grace Hamilton and Carson Stinger. Grace is a girl with a plan and always achieves her goals, while Carson works in the adult entertainment industry and doesn't care what others think of his choices. When unexpected circumstances bring them together in Las Vegas, they surrender to their chemistry and have a steamy weekend. However, they know their worlds could never coexist, and their time is limited. But as their hearts become involved, they realize they want more.

The book is well-written and engaging, with well-developed characters and a captivating plot. The chemistry between Grace and Carson is electric and palpable, and their journey to find love is emotional and heartwarming. The author skillfully explores the complexities of their relationship and how they navigate their different worlds and backgrounds. The book is steamy and sexy, but also has depth and heart. Overall, "Stinger" is a satisfying read for fans of romance novels, especially those who enjoy second-chance romances.

Mia Sheridan executes every single book she writes!!! Stinger did not fall short or disappoint in any way!!! I was instantly captivated and could not stop reading. Grace and Carson character development was beautifully executed as well. Thats all I want to say without giving away anything, just know that YOU got to read this one!!

I was a little apprehensive when I started reading this that it was going to be cheesy or long winded but once I got through about a quarter way this book flew by!!! Loved the second half of the book so much and reminded you to always follow your gut. This was very spicy but good!

Ok um wow, this book was a lot to take in, and it was So. Damn. Good. The romance arc and the individual character developments (over a period of years) and the final plot stuff were developed and executed so well. The blurb said this book was about two people whose weekend fling changed their lives forever and it wasn't kidding.

As always, Mia Sheridan 's writing and narration were perfect. While the relationship between the MCs was pretty fast burn (aka the weekend fling), the book was pretty slow-burn, with proper time taken to explore and explain every single plot decision, and it all really paid off at the end. I can't really say more because that'll spoil the second 50% of the book, but um, please go read this book 😭

TWs - sexual assault described in a graphic (no on page occurrences, but there are quite a few descriptions), human trafficking (particularly that of women and girls), front line war injuries, gun shots, assault, panic attacks, PTSD, anxiety, emotional cheating, death of a young sibling, estranged parent(s)

--- ty to the author, publisher and Netgalley for an advanced copy!

Stinger by Mia Sheridan was a great book! I really like Grace and Carson. Their character banter is amazing. This novel spans over a five year period, so there is a lot that happens while being full of twists and turns. Full of joy, tears, and some heartbreak, this story is not one to miss!

Uptight lawyer meets pornstar. And to make is even better it's set in Vegas. I wasn't a huge fan of Grace right away because she was so judgmental but in reality most people would be. A hot and steamy weekend later and the two part ways. I was so emotional and I feel like this book really shows right person wrong time. Five years that just makes me so sad to think of all the time lost. Overall I enjoyed this book even though I'm usually not a fan of "second-chance" romances. Thank you to netgalley and the publisher a copy of this book.

This was a fast read. The concept was fun, and the author did a good job balancing emotions and tenderness with steam and lust. I felt that way about her book Archer’s Voice—that story was so sweet and sexy. This book kind of has that same combination going for it.

::spoilers ahead::

The trouble is that the story loses its steam (no pun intended) about halfway thru when Carson chooses to leave the porn industry. For the first half of the book, his profession is the conflict, more or less. He leaves that profession, joins the armed services, and Part II is basically a whole new book. For me, that shift just flattened the tension, and the rest of the book sort of sagged along. I found myself scanning more and more after that shift, losing interest in our main characters over time.

I loved Archer’s Voice; I wouldn’t be opposed to trying another Mia Sheridan book in the future because I loved that book so much. But this book…it just didn’t have enough meat on the bone for me. I wanted higher stakes, a greater sense of conflict. I would have loved to have read a version of this story that, for whatever reason, made it harder for Carson to leave the industry, like maybe he felt he had a solid support systems there or maybe needed the money for more immediate reasons, like an investment or goal he was working towards. ::shrug::

Thanks to NetGaley for advanced copy for a honest review. This is my first time reading Mia Sheridan and I enjoyed reading Stinger. A fast fun read that I read in less than 24 hrs.