Quick Summary: A race to the finish love story

My Review: Off the Grid by K. Bromberg is book #1 in the Full Throttle series. It is a contemporary fiction work that touches on serious subject matters, while at the same time, it features a sports romance.

About the Book: A professional F2/F1 racer with something to prove and an heiress with a troubled past collide during a dare. As luck would have it, the two friendly strangers turned enemies get a do over, in terms of connection, when they meet as colleagues across a conference table. Soon the sexy charmer and the buttoned up business woman work out a plan to address their very specific needs. When they start to catch feelings for each other and are found out by the man in charge, it's anyone's guess as what the outcome will be.

About the Narration: This book was narrated by Carly Robins and Shane East. This team did such an amazing job with presenting the story. It was so well done, in fact, that their communicated efforts evoked strong emotions in this reader.

My Final Say: This story was light and playful, but it was also sexy and intense. It dealt with so many heavy issues - the death of a parent, emotional trauma, anxiety and panic episodes, battery and assault, and more. It had depth.

Other: I loved that the author didn't shy away from talking about the aforementioned matters. The story was realistic and layered. Readers should be aware that this book has triggers. It will be important to read the author's notes associated with this title.

Rating: 4.5/5
Recommend: Yes
Audience: A
Re-read: Yes
Status/Level: 💗
Audiobook: Yes
Narration: +
Triggers: Yes

Sincere appreciation is extended to the author, to the publishers (Dreamscape Select | JKB Publishing, LLC), and to NetGalley. Thank you for granting access to this title in exchange for an honest review. The words I have shared are my own and have not been influenced by any of the aforementioned entities.

All of the hearts on the calendar for this one!

Camilla grew up around F1 racing, as her family owns their own team. She’s been from it for years due to instances we find out l through the story, but she’s ready to come back and help her dad and take on the role of marketing for the team while learning all the ropes.

Spencer is the son of a racer, and been trying at everything he has to get his shot to be called up into F1. He finally gets it and realizes the girl he had a rather interesting run in with recently is more important there then he thought.

These two have the best ever first meeting and it just explodes from there in every which way. It becomes a somewhat forbidden workplace romance that neither one can end up resisting the other. I just loved their back stories and how they connect and overcome things together.

This story had me completely captivated. I couldn't get enough of Spencer Riggs' relentless pursuit of his Formula 1 dreams and Camilla Moretti's return to the racing scene. Spencer's character development was truly remarkable as he evolved from an initially arrogant figure into a much better person.

Camilla's intricate character, with her compelling journey back into the racing world, was masterfully depicted. The chemistry between Spencer and Camilla, along with their playful banter, added an exciting layer to the story.

Although the story did have a slow start with extensive inner monologues, it soon gained momentum and had me glued to the pages. K. Bromberg's signature emotional rollercoaster, humor, heartwarming moments, and steamy romance were all present and accounted for.

This is certainly a promising kickoff to the Full Throttle series. I eagerly anticipate delving into the next book to further explore this thrilling racing universe and its enthralling characters.

I really enjoyed this! This F1 romance had the perfect mix of actually including F1 elements and the romance between the MCs.

I loved Spencer’s candor tbh. How he didn’t shy away from the truth in even uncomfortable situations. His humor was also so good 😆

I loved Camilas character too. Her struggles and past were very raw and real. Although I don’t have a shared of experience of SA I can understand her attempt at wanting to hide her body to protect herself from unwanted attention. It broke my heart hearing her story and having to see her be around her abuser.

Overall really loved this and so looking forward to the rest of the series!

The narration was so great! Im such a huge fan of these narrators and always love listening to any project they’re a part of. They really portrayed some of the raw emotions so so well!

Off the Grid is such a beautiful, poignant, funny, and sizzling romance. Camilla and Riggs’ story about fighting your fears and going out of your comfort zone is completely captivating. Both Spencer Riggs and Camilla Moretti have formula 1 racing in their blood. They both love the sport, but it has also brought them loss and heartbreak. Spencer has stayed in the racing world, trying to make his way, despite the comparisons to his father. Camilla moved away to escape her demons but is back to help her father run Moretti Motorsports. They had a chance meeting at a bar one evening, not knowing who the other was. The sparks flew from the start, catching them both by surprise. But a misunderstanding happens, leaving Camilla angry, and Riggs ashamed. When Riggs is called up to race for Moretti Motorsports, he doesn't leave a great second impression either. As they begin to work together, they really start to connect, and see who they really are on the inside. They try to fight their attraction, but are completely helpless against their fiery chemistry. Will they be able to work together while following their dreams, or will they drift apart, breaking both their hearts? I loved both Camilla and Riggs who were so perfect for each other. Riggs is confident, witty, and thoughtful, while Camilla is cheeky, strong, and resilient. They seem to be opposites at first, but they are both a bit broken, having their own scars, and they help each other heal and become whole. I loved the way the author tackled a very sensitive subject matter with honesty and empathy, making this story even more touching and breathtaking.
Carly Robins and Shane East narrate this story beautifully. Robins does a great job portraying Camilla's resilience and strength while East brings out Riggs’s thoughtfulness and charm. They easily capture the essence of Camilla and Riggs and the excitement of the F1 world.
I loved and totally devoured this story, unable to put it down! This beautiful story, with these relatable characters, and their heart pounding journey, will captivate you from start to long after the last word!

DNF at about 15%.

I never DNF books but I couldn't stand the narrators, it was so robotic, didn't like that. From where I am it's a basic story, and the SA was not well approached in my opinion.

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for an advance listening copy (ALC) of Off the Grid, in exchange for an honest review.

"Off the Grid by K. Bromberg follows the story of Camilla and Riggs, with Riggs being a cocky bad boy who finds himself in the world of F1 racing. While the plot was intriguing, I felt that the story was a bit scattered and didn't fully live up to my expectations. The connection between the main characters, Camilla and Riggs, felt lacking and their relationship didn't fully resonate with me.

However, I must commend the narrators for their excellent performance, bringing the characters to life. Overall, Off the Grid was a good read/listen, but I wished for a stronger cohesive storyline and character development."

This was a 3.75 Stars read for me!

Shane East and Carly Robbins are amazing together bringing these two character their voice.
Carlo Moretti of Moretti Motorsports desperately wants a podium win and just like Spencer Riggs has his reasons for wanting what he wants. He is out with his friends at a bar one night and he meets Camila there. Riggs meet the daughter of the owner of Moretti Motorsports and to his surprise it's the same woman he met days ago at the bar. They get to know each other and feeling developed between them the more time they spend time together.Camila has a past that it's effecting her and Riggs is the one to help her.

I really enjoyed this one! It’s a perfect fast paced moments and I’m now hooked into the F1 trope. I did feel like we only got to know one thing about each of them and that was what made their whole personality. The smut was perfect and the banter between characters was what hooked me into the story. My main issue is that the end was so rushed and felt mediocre for the build up to it. Overall I still would recommend though!

The book had all the elements for an exciting romance but missed some key moments to fully develop the relationship between Riggs and Camilla. The lack of gradual buildup in their connection, combined with the rushed ending, left the story feeling less satisfying. I still enjoyed it though

If you are a fan of romance books and formula 1 then this is the book for you! I am a huge f1 fan and loved this book especially the sports aspect to it. It was all realistic and portrayed the sport with accuracy. I loved both of the main characters and the chemistry they had together. Definitely read if you are a sports romance fan.

I'd listen to Shane East read a phone book (do those exist anymore?). I enjoyed the quality of the audio and it added to the story. This is probably a 4 star audio and a 3 star story for me.

I am always on the hunt for an F1 romance that actually sticks close to the sport (the only sport we watch in my house). Having read another driver series by Bromberg, I was curious as to how she would tackle this type of driving (that series left the driving a little ambiguous- maybe rally?). I also knew that there would likely be some hurting along the way. She promises HEAs, but that you'll have to work for them.

In this book, that came in the form of them having a pretty messy first (few) meetings and that it's a forbidden relationship situation (driver and team owner's daughter). Man, did our mmc really step in it initially and they have some stuff to work through! My main issue is that the ending felt a little rushed, and things were wrapped up easily and mainly off page. That might be a selling feature to some, though. There are more books in this interconnected series, and I'd read them.

TW past SA (not the mmc and fmc together)

Thanks to Dreamscape Select and NetGalley for an alc of this book for an honest review!

Oh I really enjoyed this one! It had such deeper elements to it and was just such a great read! Plus the narrators are excellent!

I loved how playful Riggs was! He was so cute and charming and I loved how him and Camilla were together! They had such great chemistry!

The story flowed so well and was definitely hard to put down!

There is of page SA so if you have triggers in that regard be aware.

The way the SA was handled just rubbed me thr wrong way. The fact that no one in her life had any inkling that something was wrong baffles me. Riggs making it about him after beating the guy up really made me mad. I hope the other books aren't like this because I was really looking forward to this audio. I wish I could give a better rating.

The narrators made this book so much more. 🥹 Shane East is one of my faves and Carly Robins has been added to my list of must-listens.

I know nothing about F1 but if Spencer Riggs is based off of anyone real, sign me up! 🔥 This was a fun fast paced enemies to lovers book. The banter and spice add the perfect touch.

I confess... I picked this up because I adore Shane East as a narrator. But I think Carly Robins really shined here and I will be adding her to my auto-listen list. Both characters were tenacious and it was easy to following along with the cast. When Cami opens up to Riggs about her hesitancy with sex, things really heated up. It was nearly 10 chapters of spice in a row and I ATE IT UP! The chemistry was excellent. I would definitely recommend this, audiobook first.

Pause to disclose -- strong trigger warnings for sexual assault. If you have a personal history, this may be difficult to read. Otherwise, the assault happens six years in the past (off page) but she retells the experience as part of her healing journey at the end. The insight she shares from therapy though was quite moving and may offer some comfort. -- also strong trigger for the death of a parent. Riggs witnesses his father's during in a formula one race.

This feels like the perfect balance between women's fiction, sports romance & an romance. First, Cami's arc is about finding peace in her body. She changed everything about her life to protect herself. Including moving away from her family's racing empire and adapting a baggy wardrobe. That is a huge theme that is revisited a lot. But being around Riggs is the first time she's felt comfortable with emotional and sexual intimacy.

They start off fiery but the relationship turns sweet. Even when you think she's going to drag him for messing up, it takes a tender turn. The banter is fun and light-hearted throughout. It made for a very enjoyable read. Also plenty of formula one racing going on! Riggs is fighting to become an F1 driver and you get to experience all the drama during the races with him. He's the underdog with immense talent but a short fuse.

First, thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the listen-now copy of this book in exchange for a review.
I’ll start by highlighting the narrators of the audiobook. Both Carly Robins and Shane East did an excellent job.
I also really enjoyed how the sport of F1 racing was threaded throughout the story.
Unfortunately, I was unable to connect to the main characters and their relationship. I felt that every character arc was half done and never really got the development needed to fully pack the emotional punch I expected.
Overall, it was a good read, but not something I’ll probably remember well.

This was a fun read but I can't say it's very memorable.
There was nothing that specifically stood out to me, but if you're looking for a quick palette cleanser, this book is just right.

Okay, first things first Spencer Riggs voice was like melted butter. I’m not usually into voices but I honestly could listen to him all day.

Camilla dress conservatively for reasons no one understands. She also moved far away from her roots but when health problems arise she needs to come back home. While home she meets Spencer Riggs, a playboy who knows just how to get under her skin and maybe figure out all the secrets she is holding onto

This book was good. It has its cute moments. The story flowed well and characters growth was cute.

📚 Off the Grid by K. Bromberg
🔖 Series: Full Throttle
🎧 Format: Audiobook
🎙️ Narrated by: Carly Robins & Shane East
📕 Genre: Contemporary Romance
📖 Read: September 2024
✨ Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

“𝘐’𝘮 𝘪𝘯 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘺𝘰𝘶. 𝘊𝘢𝘯’𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘴𝘦𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵? 𝘉𝘢𝘨𝘨𝘺 𝘤𝘭𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘴. 𝘕𝘰 𝘤𝘭𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘴. 𝘈 𝘔𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘤𝘭𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘴, 𝘐 𝘥𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦. 𝘠𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘮𝘦, 𝘊𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘢. 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘪𝘵 𝘐 𝘯𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥, 𝘐 𝘯𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘥. 𝘐 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘦𝘢𝘬 𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘢𝘱𝘴. 𝘐’𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘥𝘮𝘪𝘵 𝘐 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘸𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨. 𝘏𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘥𝘰𝘸𝘯. 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘩𝘦𝘦𝘭𝘴 𝘸𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨.“

‧₊˚✧ 𝑻𝑹𝑶𝑷𝑬𝑺 ✧˚₊‧
ꕥ Forced Proximity,
ꕥ Secret Rendezvous
ꕥ Enemies to Lovers
ꕥ Workplace Romance

This one surprised me. I've only read one Formula 1 book in the past and to be honest, don't really remember it. I will definitely remember this one!

Both Camilla and Riggs were awesome characters. Camilla's story was heartbreaking, but I loved how Riggs risked everything for her. The dialog with him and Camilla's father at the end really hit hard.

If there's one thing that I really appreciated about this story was how much emotion was packed into it. This was also really well written. I know very little about F1, but this book was written in a way that I understood everything.

The audio was really well done as well. I absolutely love anything Carly Robins narrates. Shane East was amazing. His British accent was very lovely to listen to.

I've already added the rest of the series to my TBR and will definitely be checking out more books from this author.

𝘊𝘩𝘦𝘤𝘬 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘮𝘺 𝘉𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘴: 𝘩𝘵𝘵𝘱𝘴://𝘸𝘸𝘸.𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮.𝘤𝘰𝘮/𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘦𝘥.𝘢𝘯𝘥.𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨/

Thank you to NetGalley, Dreamscape Select | JKB Publishing, LLC, and K. Bromberg for giving me the opportunity to listen to this ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.