3.5 Gasket Stars ⭐️
Spicy Level: 🌶️🌶️.5/5

The one benefit of this book was that I was able to have a conversation with an F1 fanatic and appeared like I knew what I was talking about...

𝙎𝙮𝙣𝙤𝙥𝙨𝙞𝙨:
Camilla Morettiis the heir to Moretti Motors as the only daughter of the Moretti family. She wants nothing to do with motorsports, especially Formula One. However, her father is ill and wants to groom her to take over the racing side of the business. Now, Camilla finds herself in the racing world, trying to rebrand and revitalise Moretti Motors. Spencer Riggs is a racer whose dream is to succeed in Formula One. His father was also a racer who tragically died, so Spencer is fighting to uphold his father’s legacy and prove that he can be just as good as his dad. However, there is one small obstacle—Camilla Moretti.

𝙏𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙁𝙚𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨:
How can you love and dislike something at the same time? That’s exactly how I feel about this book. It had so much potential and a solid foundation to be epic, but it was missing something, which made it fall a little flat.

Camilla is very self-conscious and demeaning of her own skills. She’s almost afraid to embrace who she is, but this isn’t her fault. She’s haunted by a past instance of sexual assault that has left her feeling broken. As a result, she has closed herself off to men and romance to ensure she is never taken advantage of again.

Spencer Riggs is a cocky arsehole, but also charming. He knows he’s attractive, knows how to play the “game,” and oozes sex appeal. He’s the type of person who could sell ice to an Eskimo. However, that’s the reason I disliked him—he felt incredibly fake, overly arrogant, and sometimes his forwardness just came across as abrasive.

A BIG ISSUE I had with this book is that much of the relationship development happens off-page and is simply referenced through "time passing." We don’t get to see the actual progression of them spending time together.

The redeeming qualities are the banter and the attraction between the two. They are instantly drawn to each other, and the spark between them is sweet. The dirty talk, though, did feel a little cringe. what really stood out and redeemed Spencer’s character from being a cocky arsehole was how much he was willing to sacrifice and stand up for what had happened to Camilla. His protectiveness was the THE BEST MOMENTin the book, showcasing his love and his need to care for her no matter the implications.

The audio was spectacular—and not just because I got to listen to Shane East and his British accent. It was actually Carly Robbins. Carly Robbins (CJ Bloom) is my favourite female narrator. She has such a skill in transporting you into the story with her tones, dialects, and ability to convey emotion and character. She makes me fall in love with every book she narrates, and a large part of my enjoyment of this book was due to her.

This was also the first Formula 1 romance I’ve ever read, and I liked that aspect. You can tell a lot of research went into the F1 scenes, from the cars to the drivers to the overall vibe. It gave me enough ammo to chat with a friend who loves racing, soooooo BIG KUDOS!

𝙏𝙧𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙨:
▶ Dual POV
▶ Formula 1 Romance (Sports Romance)
▶ Forced Proximity
▶ Boss's Daughter
▶ Workplace Romance
▶ Touch Her You Die
▶ Instalust
▶ Neighbours
▶ Who Did This To You?

𝙈𝙞𝙘𝙧𝙤 𝙏𝙧𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙨:
▷ Nicknames
▷ Mine
▷ View is Amazing (Looking at Her)
▷ Sex Coach

Overall, this was okay. I had fun. I enjoyed the racing elements, I enjoyed the fact that Camilla came into herself and found a passion in the racing community and that she found it with Spencer Riggs.

Thank you to K. Bromberg, Dreamscape Select and Netgalley for the gifted copy.
All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Absolutely loved this story. The narrators were great at portraying the characters. They had me caring for them both from the beginning. The story had me rooting for them and hoping for the best for them. I absolutely loved it.

This was a highly anticipated read for me and maybe I got my hopes up too high. While I liked the overall story it felt like something was missing. I wasn’t addicted to it and found myself getting distracted multiple times. The audio was done quite well. This is the first in the series but I have no inclination of who will be in the next one. If there were crumbs left, I walked right over them.
Thank you NetGalley and dreamscape for the audio

this one wasn’t my fave, i honestly have nothing to really say other than i was bored?? i kiss tend to the audio and didn’t love the narrator for the mmc so that might be why. the f1 and plot line were fun but just found my self not being able to pay attention while i was listening

I am fully in my F1 romance era and I am so glad I was able to listen to this one!

I really liked the set-up for this one, how the two MCs had a bad first meeting and then she's suddenly basically his boss when he finally gets his dream of being on an F1 team. Riggs is kind of an a**-hole but I do think he changed as the story progressed. Camilla is a bad-a** in her own right and I loved seeing how Riggs helped her feel more comfortable with herself and her body. Camilla's story was heartbreaking and honestly the biggest reason this book isn't a 5 star for me is that I wanted at least 3 more chapters - like what do you mean the villian gets punched in the face and the very next chapter is the epilogue. I wanted a little more of them out in the open as a couple and how some of the problems from the last chapter actually got resolved. Overall though I loved the writing and the characters and am planning to read the rest of the series.

Off The Grid by K Bromberg

Off The Grid is a fun racing contemporary romance and the first book in the Full Throttle Series. The story begins with Spencer Riggs watching his dad’s race, eating his candy, when his dad loses control of his race care and dies. This book grabs your attention from the very beginning. Camila Moretti has been running the oil part of the company, but when her father asks her to start working on the race side, she can’t refuse him when his illness has become worse. When a racer is injured in an accident, Riggs is hired as a fill in. When their first meeting doesn’t go exactly great, they develop a dislike of each other, that quickly turns heated and spicy. Camilla has her own personal issues, after suffering from an assault, leaving her with problems letting anyone in, let alone having a deep relationship. The story has some sweet moments but spicy. Some tropes include boss / worker, hate to love, and secret romance.
Overall this was a fast fun read. I enjoyed the characters and their development. I enjoyed the AITA portion. The story was fast and it was easy to listen to. I liked how the author mixed sweet and spicy. And the spice was very hot. I haven’t read many, if any, racing romance books but I liked the reality the author put into the book. I will definitely check out more racing romance in the future. This book was a fast easy read.
I definitely enjoyed the narrators and was quickly drawn in with Carly Robins and Shane East. They did a phenomenal job.

Audiobook review

We meet both characters as they reminisce about important male figures in their life who are tied to F1 Racing.
Camilla has a family legacy of Moretti olive oil and Moretti F1 racing. After stepping away from the racing scene following a (TW) grape at the hands of another employee (the scene is recounted on page), her dad pulls her back in as he navigates Parkinson’s priming her to take over the family business.
Riggs lost his father during a racing accident, and following in his footsteps, finds himself pulled up to F1 overnight after a Moretti driver is injured.

These two have a bit of what appears to be a meet cute (…but was it?!). And soooooo much chemistry. The narrators Carly Robins and Shane East did a phenomenal job. Their ability to tell the story was executed so well. Including ALL the 🌶️🔥🥵.

Carly’s attempt at an Italian accent was attempted well, but also eastern European sounding at times? Idk, it grows on you and I was less distracted by it overtime.

4.25⭐️
3🌶️

Thank you NetGalley and Dreamscape Select | JKB Publishing, LLC for the ALC.

˚₊‧ ୨୧ ‧₊˚𝗔𝗥𝗖 𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪⋅˚₊‧ ୨୧ ‧₊˚
📚 Off The Grid @kbromberg
⭐⭐⭐⭐.75/5

Thanks to @netgalley , the author and the publishers for providing me with a audiobook copy of this book to listen and review 💕

My thoughts 💌
Off the Grid by K. Bromberg is a captivating start to the Full Throttle series. This contemporary fiction novel seamlessly blends serious subject matters with a thrilling sports romance storyline. The book follows the story of a professional F2/F1 racer and an heiress as they collide during a dare and later find themselves working together. The narrative explores their evolving relationship, addressing their specific needs and the challenges they face when their feelings for each other are revealed. The narration by @carlyrobinsnarrator and @shaneeastreads is exceptional and effectively conveys the emotions of the story.

The book’s ability to balance lighthearted moments with intense and sensual scenes is commendable. It delves into heavy issues, adding depth to the overall plot. K. Bromberg's unflinching approach to these sensitive topics contributes to the story's realism and complexity. It's important to note that the book contains triggers, and the author's notes should be read to fully understand and prepare for the content.

Overall, Off the Grid is a compelling read that skillfully navigates complex themes while delivering a captivating romance. K. Bromberg's bold storytelling, combined with the seamless narration, makes for a truly engaging experience. I highly recommend this book to readers who appreciate multifaceted characters and a well-crafted narrative.

This was a fun listen! My introduction to the F1 world was through Lauren Asher’s Dirty Air series, but I can understand why so many people are obsessed with the sport! So if you loved that series, then this one is definitely for you!

This book was a great mix of sweet, spicy, so much tension, and also very emotional. There were some heavier topics dealt with (check trigger warnings before reading), but overall it was a good start to a new series!

I did struggle with the characters a little bit. Cami was okay, but Riggs was quite the a$$. It made it very difficult to root for him as I didn’t really like him as a person…

Thank you NetGalley and K. Bromberg for the ALC in exchange for an honest review.

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.