This novella was just that, a really well written short story that kept you engaged, had witty characters that felt real and plenty of spice to keep you saying: just one more chapter!

I devoured this novella much like the MMC devours the FMC 🤣 with a smile on my face and couldn’t wait to read more. Even though it’s a short story there is enough backstory to get a feel for the characters personalities and their current place in life. It is a mega age-gap trope so that is something to keep in mind but I was ok with it because of the direction the story went. It bordered on my line so please be aware for those who have hard fast triggers with this subject.

The banter between the characters was prime time, I loved that the FMC gave as good as she got. She wasnt the typical full little submissive, she pushed back and gave him hell. And as any good MMC does, he ate her up…I mean ate it up. ::cough cough::

I highly recommend this book if you want a quick spicy 🌶️ story and age-gap romances are in your wheelhouse.

Good Lord!
This was spicy. It was great, my only gripe was how much the age gap was; sometimes I felt like I shouldn't be reading it, like it felt wrong.

Thank you, to Netgalley and the author for providing me the ARC.

One of the best forewords I’ve read in a while. It’s sexy, simple, low on plot and high on spice. A 17 years old and a nearly 40 year old professor. The attraction is thee right out of the gate. Her sharp tongue, his possessiveness and need to be with her. It’s taboo and it’s fun!

Even though I wasn't reading this for the plot, the story flowed well and wasn't choppy. It made sense and wasn't completely out of left field. The characters seemed real and I liked to hear their inner thoughts about how wrong it was but also how they both couldn't stay away.

If you are looking for a big plot, this is not your book. This was a sunny vacation to get away from real life for a minute and just enjoy!

I’m struggling with the direction to take this review in. On one hand, it was really well written, I loved the banter between the two leads, and it was smoking hot. On the other hand, it felt like the taboo was included just to be taboo, for shock value. It’s one of those books you read kind of squinting and grinding your teeth. Not in a pearl clutching way. Trust me, that’s far from my issue. Pearls are safe. Realistically, I would have enjoyed this book equally (maybe more), if her age and educational situation hadn’t been at the forefront. All the situations could have played out exactly the same, but without the reminder of the “taboo-ness” every other page and the suspension of reality that everyone is just magically ok with it. There was no drama surrounding it, no discovery, no consequences. It felt off to me in a way. But did I enjoy it? Yes. Yes I did.

4⭐️
3.5🌶️
“You have 3 minutes to get somewhere private. And you will pick up the fucking phone, Kiernan.”

If you’re looking for a fast-paced, spicy read where the focus is pure heat, Tenure is it! I devoured this in just a a couple hours because I couldn’t stop. James is the classic domineering alphahole, and the tension and banter between him and Kiernan? On point. Their back-and-forth was great, and James’s “Daddy” vibe is definitely a mood.

Only downside? The FMC was on the young side for my taste. I love an older MMC, but young FMCs aren’t my fave, so I just aged her up in my head to make it work. Personal preference, though—it didn’t take away from the fun!

Daddy kink lovers, you’ll want to add this to your list!

Tropes:

🍎 Mega Age-Gap
🍎 Virgin FMC
🍎 Alphahole
🍎 He is just as attracted to her brain as he is to her body
🍎 Ch0king
🍎 F!sting
🍎 Toys
🍎 She comes in class?!
🍎 Bathroom scenes you’ll NEVER forget
🍎 “Who did this to you?”
🍎 Mine.


Thank you Violet Pearce and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review⭐️

A spicy short read with insufferable characters. Age gap was excessive for shock value.

eARC Netgalley

I ate this book, so fast in less than 2 hours. I was so engaged and Miss Pearce did not joke with the spicy scenes in this book.✨ Only thing I hate is that this book wasn’t a little bit longer but other than that, loved this debut novel, love the fact that got me engaged since the beginning, and also the fact that Kieran was not the typical submissive with no attitude kinda girl, on the contrary the girl was fierce and tenacious.
Loved it, looking forward for more from Miss Pearce 🌶️🖤

I saw this book on NetGalley and I immediately fell in love with the cover!!

FOR ALL YOU GIRLIES OUT THERE THAT EVER HAD A CRUSH ON THEIR TEACHER, THIS IS FOR YOU!!!

The book follows James, who is a tenured college teacher. Oh and he's also super grumpy and hates most of his students. Except for Keirnan, who is a very talented student. With a mouth she can't seem to keep shut. Because she snaps at him once and the rest is history.

Here's a quote that had me rolling on the floor:
"The way her back arched had my dick weeping. She bent backwards so gracefully, like a willow tree I wanted to climb. Fuck. Quit math and become a poet."

This book is the definition of all smut and some plot. And I loved it.😏

This was wild. This professor/student relationship was a little more taboo than what I’m used to reading, and it was pretty hot to be honest. Since this was a novella, I didn’t feel like we needed a lot of character development. I’m just here for the smut and Violet Pearce delivered.

Review live 11.7.24

This book was not life changing, but it was EXACTLY what I wanted when I picked it up. It was fast paced, spicy as heck, and well written. This was the perfect dirty, forbidden palate cleanser I needed to take a break from the heavy books I've been reading.

This book is about Kiernan, a high school student who starts taking an advanced college math course taught by James. They meet with James assuming she's just another student who knows nothing, but sparks fly when he realizes just how smart she is.

Kiernan is badass and knows how to handle herself while James is such a grump. Overall I would recommend this book if you're into it.

Read if you like:
*Student/Teacher
*spice, spice and more spice
*Age Gap
*Strong MFC
*MMC who hates everyone but her

Favorite Character: James. Can we be surprised that I once again choose the guy who is gone for his girl and can't hide it?

Favorite quote: "James McGrath, world's biggest dick-literally and figuratively- is standing in the middle of his living room in FULL Winnie the Pooh, just so I won't get cold."-Kiernan

Book releases November 14,2024

I received an ARC of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

5⭐️
3.5🌶️

This Novella is HOT 🥵 and I love every second of it.

I just want to say this is what I’m talking about when I say I LOVE the age gap trope. Because when it’s done well the forbidden aspect it’s PERFECTION.

The intense chemistry this two characters have is undeniable.

My favorite thing about this book is how obsessed this man was with the FMC being a genius and every single time she surprised him with her intelligence he went FERAL for her.

I could not put it down.

If you enjoy:
-Age gap
-Professor/student
-Forbidden romance
-Obsessed MMC

SPICYYYYYY. Sometimes the trope of the younger girl and older man can be give the ick factor and be super cheesy, but when it's done tastefully (as tastefully as can be done with the subject matter lol), it can be super good!

Thank you to the author and publisher for this arc.
I suspect I may not be the target audience for this book, however, the intimate scenes were well done (except for the scenes involving taboos that cross the line a little too far for me personally).
I enjoyed the writing style of the author, and I felt they were successful in executing the two MC’s chemistry throughout the book.

Wow. This book goes from one over the top, door flung wide open, smexy time to the next. Clearly not meant to have a lot of depth here, but the characters were interesting. I appreciated the math focus. I just had a little ick with the large age gap and essentially underage FMC.
Thank you for the opportunity to read this

I'm not usually the biggest fan of professor/student relationships but decided to give this one a go, and I'm so glad I did!

The perfect blend of moody and feisty, James and Kiernan's relationship - even with the taboo age gap - just worked so well.

The spice is great, and I loved the banter between the unlikely pair.

There were definitely some over the top scenes, but it was a quick and thoroughly enjoyable read.

Thank you to the publisher for an advance copy of this book via Netgalley.

well. I liked the trophies of this book, but man this one was pure S M U T! Overall nice one, but something was missing.

McGrath Made Moves

James and Kiernan initially left me dumbfounded and speechless. This Math duo was infinitely filled with sass and spice. The limit does not exist. The banter back and forth for was so well matched it had me thinking ‘what age gap?’.

Student/teacher relationships in real life: No. In Tenure: YES!

These pages should have caught on fire with how fast they were turning! Definitely one that has you sad it ended and leaves you wanting more. But the ending was pretty priceless.

I was sent an advanced reader copy of the book and am voluntarily leaving this honest review. Thank you to Violet Pearce and Victory Editing for providing this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

Wow! This book had such blush worthy spice! Tenure was heavy on the spice and delightfully light on the plot which was a perfect combination for a great read! This novella follows the intoxicating affair between a James, a math professor and Kiernan, his bright, ambitious student. I’m not usually an age gap lover, but this book may have changed that for me!

From the very first chapter, the chemistry between the characters is palpable. The witty banter gave the dialogue flair and made interactions not only hot but also entertaining. Kiernan was fiercely determined and refreshingly bold. She had no issue putting James in his place and I really loved that about her.

Overall, Tenure was a delightful read for anyone looking to escape with a spicy romance. It’s a perfect blend of witty dialogue and passionate, blush worthy moments. The character’s strong chemistry and the spice between them was top tier! If you’re in the mood for a fun and hot romp that pushes boundaries, this book should definitely be on your reading list!

Holy moly. This book was on fire. If you love an enemies to lovers. Age gap and completely forbidden book filled with dirty smut this is the book for you. There’s a 20+ year age gap between the FMC and MMC the FMC is 17 which did make me uncomfortable but I overall did enjoy their dynamic their whole hate to want you vibe totally hit it’s teacher student and completely filthy. I tore this book up thank you for the free ARC copy of this book.

this novella was extreme spicy and fast pace and i was in love. the BANTER between kiernan and james was amazing. i am a sucker for an age gap and a taboo romance that has professor/student and this book had it all. i love kiernan and james chemistry that they had and i think incorporating all the math aspects and showing just how smart kiernan is was something i enjoyed. an intelligent FMC that knows what she’s talking about is admiring. the whole circle moment of her finding a mistake in the book james co-wrote to the end of the book with her co-writing a book put a smile on my face

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