The Casanova
The Miles High Club, 3
by T L Swan
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Pub Date Aug 26 2021 | Archive Date Sep 09 2021
Amazon Publishing UK | Montlake
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Description
In T L Swan’s steamy third installment of the Miles High Club, Kate’s hot new pen pal is a welcome distraction from her horrible boss. But nobody is as distracting as Elliot Miles…and he knows it.
My favorite hobby is infuriating Elliot Miles. Just the sight of my boss’s handsome face triggers my sarcasm. God knows how he earns his Casanova reputation—if a million women want him with his personality, what the heck am I doing wrong?
Disgusted with my love life, I join a dating app under a fake name. I start chatting to a man named Edgar. He’s not my type and lives on the other side of the world, but we hit off a friendship, laugh and confide in each other.
But lately things are getting weird at work. Elliot’s being…attentive. His eyes linger a little longer than they should, and there’s a heat behind them that I haven’t felt before. And then, in the shock of all shocks, he tells me that my vulnerability is appealing. But when was I vulnerable?
Horror dawns…Has my boss been reading my emails to Edgar?
Damn it, why did I use my work email?
Oh no, does he know what I really think of him? I’d rather die than ever admit it.
Or, even worse: is it possible that the man I loathe in real life is the man I’m falling for online?
A Note From the Publisher
Available Editions
EDITION | Other Format |
ISBN | 9781542028073 |
PRICE | $12.95 (USD) |
PAGES | 512 |
Featured Reviews
I’ve never cried from laughing so much in my life, what an amazing read that was! Yet another fantastic book in the mile high series! Loved every word of it
As a long time fan of T L Swan books and this series specifically, I had extremely high expectations for this book and it did not disappoint! This book was everything you need in a romance with swoony men, super steamy scenes, hilarious moments and some drama.
I wasn’t sure what to think of the fact that they were talking online and one of them didn’t know as I thought that would be what the drama was going to be in their relationship but I was thrown completely off! I didn’t see what happened coming and that’s one of my favourite things about T L Swans writing.
I really loved Elliot and Kate’s relationship, they truly did not get along in the beginning and I loved how it came out of nowhere. The way Elliot was with Kate was so swoony. And let’s take a moment to talk about the hilarious moments with the animals, I was laughing out loud!
Overall, this was one of my favourite reads of the year and I highly recommend! If you’ve read the previous two books, you’ll love the appearances the brothers and their families make! Even Spencer, Sebastian and Julian make a cameo!
TL Swan is one of my all time favourites and with every book her writing just gets better and better. Although The Takeover is my most adored book ever, The Casanova comes to a close second. Loved every minute of Kate and Elliot’s story!
I had loved The Takeover (Tristan Miles) book so much and we had seen Elliot fascination for a certain Artist.
Elliot is named as a Casanova by the media, he despises it and would try his best to keep his love life from media so that it won't be ruined. He is cold and grumpy but once you pass his defences you would see an amazing and kind human being.
Kate had become another person after personal loss. She is intelligent, smart, sassy and doesn't fall over Elliot charms like every other woman.
I loved KateElliot bickering so much and their attraction, sexual tension is beyond words. The way they both had dealt with their own insecurities and the hardships by the end is so amazing.
I am so excited for Christopher Miles book
Elliot Miles has met his match in his IT Manager Kathryn Landon. For years they have despised each other until one night they connect and romance and hilarity ensue!
This is the third instalment in the Mile high club and I love them! Funny and steamy and I look forward to the next one. Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for this arc in exchange for my honest review.
I've been wanting to read a book by T. L. Swan for the absolute longest time, so when I saw this big boy in NetGalley, I snatched it right up and read it the first chance I got! And, let me say, I totally get the hype! I remember when the first book just came out and I saw it all over bookstagram and since this is the third in the series, I missed the other two brother's stories but I still really enjoyed this book either way!
To start, this book was definitely exciting, with some awesome banter between Kate and Elliot. Hate to love does that, that is why I love it so. So we begin with Kate and Elliot being total enemies and Elliot is Kate's boss at his family's company. They hate each other's guts, it's wonderful, we love seeing them get at each others throats, until one day, Elliot realizes Kate's "hotness" and can't think of anything else! To say this book was exciting is an understatement. The amount of ups and downs and the roller coaster ride is just so dramatic, I was here. For. It. *Imagine me clapping my hands with each word, thanks!*
Also, this book was hot. Bring a firefighter hot. Sinfully hot. Just plain HOT. and I loved that aspect, the steamy scenes where super well written! Plus, Elliot is just the best character, hot and sweet and loving and passionate and oh so very driven by fate, but we love him anyway!
So go read this one! You'll love it <3
Out on August 26, 2021!
Thank you to NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK for the earc in return for an honest review.
ARC received from Netgalley and author/publisher in exchange for an honest review. Opinions expressed are my own and have not been influenced in any way.
The Casanova by T.L Swan is sweet, funny and romantic read. It was honestly really funny, i didn't expect it to make me laugh out loud. I loved Kathyrn, it was refreshing how confident and bold she was. I liked how she stood up for herself and didn't given in easily. Elliot's and Kate's chemistry was off the charts, the sex scenes were very steamy and they were well suited for each other.
I didn't like Eliot's character that much, i was hoping for him to get a character development but it came too late. I didn't like how he treated Kate, confusing her and leading her on. He didn't even know what he wanted; he wanted Kate to call him his bf but when she did he got weird. And the most disgusting of all he left her. Just like that. You can't just leave relationships because you think there might be something better out there
But i liked how Kate fought him and made him wait. I think Kate deserved better.
I've read the author's other books which were amazing and honestly i was expecting something better.
The only reason I'm giving this book 3 stars is that it was funny anf I loved Kate's character!!
*I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
My love for Tristian Miles is widely known by my community and friends. Also my level of fangirling for TL Swan is very high, so I have been eagerly awaiting ARCs for this book for ages. The Takeover was my favorite read of 2020. So anticipation was high.
One of my absolute favorite things about reading a TL Swan book is the callbacks and cameos of other characters. All her books connect or take place in the same world and that makes being a dedicated fan very rewarding.
I was very intrigued to read about Elliot, who we know has a not so secret obsession with a certain artist in a previous book. So I was not expecting his love interest to be Kate, one of his employees and the bane of his existence.
Kate is trying to come out of a funk after some personal loss in her past and her boss is just always on her case. They get off on the wrong foot from day one, and now, years into their acquaintance that have this aversion to each other that is a bit out of control.
One day Elliot observes Kate over the security cameras dancing at the copier and he starts to look at her in a new way. And when Kate goes through a health issue at work, it puts them in even closer proximity together and Elliot just can't stay away from her.
This was another great entry to the series and in the interest of keeping this spoiler free I won't say much more. But I was pulled into their romance and I loved how they navigated everything.
There was a decision that Elliot made that almost lost me for good. No joke, but his grovel was pretty epic and some of the reveals at the end made up for it. They may have been a BIT too convenient but it is a romance after all.
5/5 stars.
P.S. Tristian is till my favorite Miles brother and Jameson is still a dick.
The book blurb:
My favorite hobby is infuriating Elliot Miles. God knows how he earns his Casanova reputation—if a million women want him with his personality, what the heck am I doing wrong?
Disgusted with my love life, I join a dating app under a fake name. I start chatting to a man named Edgar. He’s not my type and lives on the other side of the world, but we hit off a friendship, laugh and confide in each other.
Edgar and Elliot... so different but both so much in my life....
I haven't read any of this author's books before so this was a happy surprise. The book is funny, steamy and romantic. It's a stand alone so I was able to follow it even though it did mention the rest of Elliot's family. A fun way to spend the time.
Thanks to the publisher for providing an arc.
T.L. Swan never disappoints what a heartfelt,funny and beautiful book I loved everything from the characters to the dialogue one of the best romances I read this year .
Thank you NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Rating: 3/5
Expected Publication: August 26, 2021
This is the third book in The Miles High Club series, and it did not disappoint! T L Swan has done it again! This series is such a guilty pleasure for me. The Stopover was my favorite in the series, but now I’m not too sure. I really enjoyed Elliot’s story, and I didn’t see the end coming (that’s all I’m going to say). I’m just sitting and waiting for Christopher’s story now.
Kate’s favorite hobby is to infuriate Elliot Miles, her boss. They both have grown to hate one another ever since Kate started working for him years ago. However, she begins to see changes in Elliot’s behavior. He can’t take his eyes off her, and isn’t the same Elliot Miles anymore to her. She wonders what made him lose his hatred for her in the first place.
This book was a wild ride! I had issues with some parts of the book, mainly because there were moments where it was repetitive. I was frustrated with Elliot about 50% of the book due to his anger problems. T L Swan had my jaw to the floor when all the loose ends were getting tied up! Overall, it was just as enjoyable as the other two in the series. (Also, steamier!) I hope there’s another book with Christopher’s story because I would love to see more of him!!
This was honestly the best book in the series. I started reading it this morning and didn't stop until I finished it.
My favourite thing about these books will always be the humour. TL Swan has such great comedic timing and some scenes had me almost in tears with how much I was laughing.
My one problem with this book is that although I loved both Elliot and Kate I was rooting for her to leave him. I still am actually. I can write a ten-page essay on why she should have never forgiven him.
Another awesome read from TL Swan. Oh my goodness where to start, complex engaging characters, emotional story, and so much sexiness to keep you reading for hours. Loved this addition to the series and can’t wait for the next amazing book!
*I received this ARC from NetGalley for an honest review.*
TL Swan has perfected the romance and the humor for all her books. Her men can swept you off your feet and make you laugh out loud.
This book is about Elliot Miles and Kathryn Landon. One of the Miles Brothers.
Boss / Employee trope. Enemies to lovers. From the get go, grumpy Elliot and feisty Kate, hated each other. One time, Elliot saw Kate differently and he got interested and The fun, sarcastic banter started.
What I like about the book is Kate, she was bold knows what she wants, holds her conviction and made Elliot work for it. On the other hand, Elliot is a mystery. He was called a Casanova, but it didn’t show how he was as a passionate man towards a woman, but rather passionate with other things like the arts and fate. I hated his “what if” moment but I think he really regretted it.
There are many things going on inside the book like the secret identities of the main using a dating app and the secondary characters with hidden motives which for me is kind of predictable and confusing. The other characters from the recent books made cameos adding lively humor to the story. I am quite interested with Christian’s book in the future. Overall, a fun, steamy book to read.
This book is so funny, sexy and just what I needed to get my weekend MOJO going. When you read a TL Swan book you know you are going to get a sexy alpha and a lot of steamy good times and this book doesn't disappoint. I love the humor in this book as well which brings a bit of reality to. I hope she makes this into an audiobook because I can't wait to hear his sexy voice!
A couple months ago I discovered TL Swan and I devoured ALL of her books within a month. Needless to say, I was left wanting more! I couldn't wait for The Casanova to come out and was thrilled to see it available on NetGalley - score!
The Casanova is the third installment of the The Miles High series. Elliot Miles is one of four Miles brothers and is the CEO of Miles Media in the UK. He has been famously dubbed "The Casanova" as he can get any girl he wants and can make them do whatever he wants. Because he seems to be popular tabloid fodder, he tries to lead a private life. Deep down inside, he is a hopeless romantic and wants to find his fantasy girl - a woman that's extraordinary and just out of his reach. Elliot is an avid art collector and find himself drawn to one woman's artwork - no one knows who she is but she goes by the name Harriet Boucher.
Kate Landon is whip smart and runs the IT department at Miles Media. For seven years she's bumped heads with Elliot and is his arch nemesis. She hates Elliot with a passion and lives to torment him. Still grieving over her parents death, that happened many years before, she tries to make herself as invisible as possible - she hides behind an unkempt appearance and dowdy clothes. She puts all her energy into working and not much else.
One night after work hours, Elliot spots an attractive woman in a netball dress dancing in the copier room. He's bewildered when he realizes that the woman is Kate! He hasn't been that attracted to a woman in a long time and he doesn't know what it means. It doesn't help that Kate's new flatmate Daniel, a fashion stylist, says that enough is enough and gives Kate a complete makeover. Kate walks into Elliot's office the next day looking smoking hot and the attraction between them is palpable. Still confused about his feelings about her, he doesn't act on it - that is, one day, he finds Kate passed out at work from taking strong painkillers. He takes her home and realizes that he's really attracted to her.
They start seeing each other on the DL and both agree that their relationship is merely casual. It quickly goes beyond that and they end up falling for each other. The moment Elliott realizes that he is in love with her, he gets news that his private investigator has identified and located the elusive artist he's been obsessed with over the years. He's shocked when he finds out that Harriet is beautiful and young and happens to be the woman he often sees at art auctions and has been chasing for years. Always the dreamer and fantasizer, Elliot is torn because he loves Kate but he is firm believer in fate and needs to know if Harriet is the one that he's been meant to be with. If she is, what does that mean for him and Kate? Does Kate get her happily ever after?
I don't know how Swan does it, but she can tell a unique, engaging story. She has a way of sucking you in to the point where it's impossible for you to put down the book.. I love her writing style and loved that the book was told in dual POVs (Elliot's and Kate's). The plot was a bit rushed in my opinion (but still excellent) and felt that the character development for this book wasn't as strong as her other books. I still enjoyed this immensely and and will be waiting with baited breath for hopefully a fourth book to come out for Christopher Miles!
Thank you, NetGalley, Amazon Publishing UK and TL Swan for providing me with an eARC in exchange for my honest review.
The Casanova was the first book I’ve read by TL Swan and I loved it! It was sweet, sexy, and swoon worthy! Elliot and Kathryn were such fun characters to watch grow and evolve. I found myself laughing out loud so often while reading this one. And that ending! The angst had me flipping pages so quickly! I had to know what was going to happen. This was the third book in the series, but I didn’t feel like I was missing anything reading this as a stand alone. I will definitely be going back and grabbing the first two to read. A great one to add to your TBR!
Thank you to NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK for the opportunity to read this book for an honest review!
*will publish review on Instagram on release day
DNF at 20%
I had read the Takeover and loved it, so I was super excited for this book as well, a few days before I saw that it was available for reading now on Netgalley so I decided to read it immediatly. I am sad to say that I was bored within the first couple of chapters and was realizing slowly that I was not enjoying this as much as The Takeover.
T L Swan has done it again. She waved another Miles tale full of humour, hotness and love. From enemies to soulmates, Kate and Elliot's story was full of little twists and turns, pulls and pushes and entertaining as hell.
Gah Elliot Miles! I am a huge fan of TL Swan books. That translates into I'm a huge fan of TL Swan's leading men..I never thought any other man could be as dreamy as Jamison Miles or as funny as Tristan Miles. Elliot Casanova Miles more than delivers; he hits it out of the park. The chemistry between Elliot and Kate Landon sizzles. And Elliot almost kindled my kindle! In a word, I was "enchanted."
DNF @32%. I just couldn't get past some of the immaturity (grown adults squeamish about tampons?) or toxic messaging (lots of fat-shaming, objectifying, and disparaging women's bodies).
Wow, so good! I’ve just finished ARC copy provided by the publisher of The Casanova via NetGalley and I didn’t think TL Swan could come close to The Takeover, (my favourite TL Swan book) but she did. Kate & Elliot totally drew me in and the story took a different twist from what I expected after having read book 2 of the Miles High Club. Kate is a hopeful romantic and it turns out that Elliot is a romantic too, well hidden under a very grump boss and also is an alpha idiot at times. I’m glad the painter part of the storyline worked out the way it did and that the characters from the first 2 books returned. 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥
ARC REVIEW
OMG, I think it’s the best book by T.L. Swan I’ve read so far. It had everything in it and I don’t think there’s anything missing. I’m swooning over this story.
This story starts as enemies to lovers, boss employee story. Kathryn works as IT team manager for Elliot’s company. Kathryn loathes him and his Casanova/asshole behaviour, Elliot looses his patience with her some times too. Yet in no time they start no strings attached relationship and let me tell you it’s one of a kind relationship that is slowly changing for both of them.
I loved everything in this story, their banters at the beginning that were also present throughout the whole book, their chemistry and the pace of their relationship. I even laughed out loud in some scenes and there were also moments when I had tears in my eyes. This story gave made me fell so many things and made me swoon over how perfect Elliot is. He’s the guy that will give you the world and even more. I loved Kate so much, too. She was this perfect woman, confident one that didn’t let anyone stop her.
This is the book that I’ll definitely recommend for as long as possible.
Thank you Netgalley for the copy.
I have recently discovered TL Swan’s books and have been devouring them! She has a way of telling a story that is refreshing and unique, and The Casanova is no different.
After 7 years of working together, Kathryn and Elliot hate each other. This changes of course when Elliot sees Kathryn one evening with her guard let down and things go from there.
Like the other Miles High Club books, the story is told from both Kathryn’s and Elliot’s POV. I love this because we really get a sense of how both characters are feeling throughout the story.
There are some questionable decisions made by both parties in the story, but I think the way Elliot tries to make up for his behavior is sweet and endearing.
I will say that the story felt a bit rushed and I don’t know if I ever got a feel for Elliot. He is described by Kathryn as being caring and thoughtful, but I didn’t see much of that in his character until the end. In The Takeover, TL Swan does a great job of really showing us who Tristan is, and I would have liked to see that for Elliot, too.
I still liked the book. The spice that I’ve come to expect from this author was great, and I will be eagerly awaiting the next installment.
Best Miles story yet! Elliot Miles is swoonworthy, smart, vulnerable, and sexy. His care for Kathryn is evident and the book does a great job of investing you in the couple and both characters as individuals. There was one scene (you’ll know the one) where I found myself actually laughing out loud. Now I’m just impatiently waiting for Christopher’s sorry: Highly recommend!!
Love this book! The Takeover was a book I love to reread and was hopefully for the next installment. I was not disappointed at all! Elliot and Kate are an amazing match that come from such an original enemies to lovers story that is so different from Tristan and Claire’s story in a great way. There is so much chemistry and emotion between them. Kate’s traumatic past and Elliot’s domineering ways make the story so interesting I could not put the book down! The ending was perfect and surprising. I am definitely a fan of TL Swan and eagerly the next Miles High Club story!
Okay, if you do not want to read spolers, you should stop reading this.
I wanted to give my feedback without any leaks, but this I just need to talk about this book.
This book follows Kate and Elliot a.k.a Casanova Miles. It is 3rd book about Miles brothers, and I love the whole series. So when I saw this ARC I just needed to read it ASAP.
We met Ellito before, and let just say his reputaion was known as womanizer, but he had a weak spot for art, and for one woman he never really met, just saw, he named her Balerina....
And who is Kate, you may ask... Well, Kate is a Head of IT team in Miles company London. And she works for Elliot, and she hate his guts. Elliton doesn't like her, he thinks she is a B***ch... But something change for him, when he sees her dancing... And for him sparks fly...
And Yes, you guess it, they come together, and their romance is little wird, it is full of ups and downs... And just when everything is okay and lovely, Elliot behaves like an ass, and goes to meet a woman of his Dreams... Leaving Kate heartbroken. His answer to his actions is he would always ask himself WHAT IF....
Well this didn't sit well with me. Let me just say, the grass is always greener on the other side. Or don't go chasing waterfalls...
If you love someone, he or she is enough. There is no What IF...
I would not forgive...and they just said I love yous... So let just say Elliot is not my favorite Miles brother, and Yes you guess it right this wasn't my favorite one in the series...
It was just 3.5 stars for me...
T L Swan has quickly become one of my go-to authors, and once again, her latest offering in the Miles High Club series doesn’t disappoint. For those of you who haven’t read the two previous books, I would go so far as to say that The Casanova can be read as a standalone. Why? Because while getting hooked on Elliot Miles and Kathryn Landon’s all-consuming story, the author’s narrative skills convinced me that the new reader would easily be able to pick up on the know-how.
Swan doesn’t beat around the bush. Taken aback to see that there weren’t any paragraph breaks, the pacing is faster than fast. Something else that stood out was the change in her protagonists’ voice fonts. Another one used for the text messages helped me differentiate between conversations—and ooh boy, was I sold! Whom, you may ask is opening their heart online. It was so pleasantly weird, I had little option but to do an all-nighter, and since I wanted to savour Swan’s story to the hilt, I had no qualms about reading until daft o’clock!
Swan delivers all the feels and so much more. I adored how Kate came across as the no-nonsense employee whose tolerance for her boss’s unrealistic expectations was questionable. She’s not just good, she’s the best—but beneath her work facade lies a stunningly beautiful and sensitive person. Much to Elliot’s charagin, he can’t stop thinking about the woman he’d chosen to ignore for years. And then the fun begins. Yeap, observing them rub each other up the wrong way made me giggle heartily!
Where do I start with Elliot? No pun intended, but his layers are like peeling an onion that makes your eyes water. Some of his actions spoke louder than words and had me silently sobbing into my pillow! But if I lapped up the intolerant side of him, his vulnerability got the better of me. That said, this drop-dead gorgeous CEO who wants for nothing has a lot to answer for. Will all be forgiven? You’ll only find out by diving in with an open mind.
Being the banter snob that I am, Swan knocking all of her characters’ dialogue out of the park was an utter delight. And oh my, the animal scenes in perfect surroundings had me laughing out loud! Not only was this outstanding couple’s story cleverly put together, but the supporting role development bang on. Also, my heart suffered when the author saw fit, my smiles were at her every whim and to be honest, her prose left me in awe.
As my brain is running riot right now, I can’t say much more without spoiling this workplace enemies-to-lovers romance with a difference for you. However, what I’d like to mention are the quotes I’d highlighted. Seeing as it’s traditionally published, I had no wish to put my foot in it, but for the love of reading creative writing, this book overflows with emotional scenes and one-liners, great comebacks and hilarity! Last words; don’t think twice, one-click and enjoy Elliot and Kate’s journey. Bravo, Swan!
Many thanks to Amazon Publishing UK for the ARC through NetGalley in return for an honest review.
one of the few times i wish it had detailed pov from elliot obviously this was not my first tl swan book i just did not understand some of his decisions and i thought he was immature. the grovel was better than most of the books ive read but again it’s another case of telling but not showing. overall i think kate deserved better.
PERFECTION !!!! 5 STARS
The Casanova by T.L Swan is Book 3 in the Miles High Club series. It can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend ALL in the series. The Casanova is definitely a favorite read for me this year and one I was really anticipating - this author is one of my favorites !!
ARC received from Netgalley and publisher in exchange for an honest review. Opinions expressed are my own and halved not been influenced in any way.
Great cover and book blurb
Bit of an age gap 7 yrs
Enemies to lovers
Office / Corporate setting
Loved Elliot and Kate
Laugh out loud - funny dialog / situations ( a grown man being chased by angry / very hungry ducks LOL )
Angst and more angst might have you shedding a few tears / pulling at those heartstrings
Great storyline with some plot twists I wasn’t expecting
BEST HEA
Kathryn Landon ( Kate ) , ( aka Pinkie ) is arch nemesis to Elliot ( The Casanova ) Miles CEO of the London branch of Miles Media Group
Elliot Miles is strong , stubborn and super sexy - his alter ego Edgar is deep , emotional and sweet …
GAHHH this book has it all - highly recommend The Casanova and really anything by this author !!
The Casanova by T L Swan
You really aren’t ready for this…
Thank you netgalley, can’t put into words how much I love you because I was able to read this gem early😍
Oh Elliot, you do take after your brothers don’t you, when you fall you don’t do it gently👀
This book was absolute perfection. It’s no secret that I love T L Swan’s books - I’m pretty sure you’ve all seen me swoon over Spencer Jones many times (still god tier book boyfriend - COME AT ME)🤦🏼♀️
But this series is everything. Everything you want, need, imagine in a romance book. It’s hilariously funny to the point that you’ll laugh out loud multiple times. It’s spicy 🔥 heartwarming and swoonworthy - but you all expected that because you’ll know all about his older brothers😍
Elliot and Kate were a joy to read. I literally exclaimed ‘I knew it’ at approximately 11pm last night because I couldn’t put it down. It’s a whirlwind ride that you won’t want to get off.
As always, it’s beautifully written with the family relationships being stunning to read. Drama. Sex. Mystery. And a group of angry ducks…
You don’t want to miss it. Out at the end of august and I cannot WAIT for Elliot’s paperback to meet up with The Stopover and The Takeover.
100% one of the best reads of the year.
I wasn’t so sure about Elliot and Kates story at first. It picks up - what a great story. I laughed out loud and loved revisiting the other brothers and their lives. Elliot is a bit much but I liked how the story followed his realization it can’t be about what he thinks - he has to look around and see what’s right in front of him. Thank you Netgalley for the ARC. Great summer read
⭐⭐⭐⭐.5/5
Elliot Miles is known in the media as Casanova Miles, you can guess why.
Kathryn Landon works at Miles media, she is good at her job but her and her boss Elliot don’t always get along. But then of course something change and both of them see each other in a different light.
I would be lying if I was saying I wasn’t nervous for his book. T.L. Swan always does an amazing job with setting op her characters in her previous books. And that was also the case for Elliot.
At some point the story did move on quite quickly but nothing that bothered me personally expect that the end got wrapped up a little too fast for my liking. But I sometimes need a story where the couple knows there is something more, and this is the case for most of T.L. Swan’s books.
Hero: ⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Heroine: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Steam: ⭐⭐⭐.5/5
Storyline: ⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Side characters: ⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
*I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
4.5
Like all of TL’s books, once I sat down and started reading it was hard to stop. I love this series so much. One page I was laughing and the next I felt tears of sadness. My favorite moments were the bits and pieces we saw of past characters (Tristan and his family are forever my favorites). There’s nothing like an alpha male completely losing control. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for Christopher’s book.
***I recieved the book from Netgalley for an honest review.**
Thank you NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK for providing me with an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.
3/5 stars
Elliot and Kate’s story was intriguing and sexy. I enjoyed the office romance and enemies to lovers trope.
I enjoyed that Kate didn’t take his crap and was willing to stand up to him. Elliot was the typical CEO with unreasonable expectations in certain instances. Their banter was fun and witty in the office. I would have liked to see their relationship progress more at work.
I had a hard time realizing work Elliot was the same person as vacation Elliot. During work Elliot was super short, callous and rude. Outside of work we saw none of those traits unless he was throwing a temper tantrum (which seemed to mostly happen at work).
The other issue for me was that Kate went from an independent main character to a love sick puppy in just a few chapters. She seemed to lose her backbone almost instantly. Which was annoying. She did get it back in the end.
I would have liked to see the chemistry between them a little more before they were suddenly together. I think that would have helped the hate to love relationship feel not so rushed.
Overall I enjoyed the book. It was a fun romance read
After reading The Stopover and The Takeover, books number one and two of this series, I saw this book and knew that I had to immediately jump in to read about the third Miles brother, Elliot Miles. Elliot Miles heads up the London Miles Media office as was mentioned in both previous books in the series. Kate is the IT department head and works for Miles Media.
At first, I thought this would be too similar to The Stopover where there is a workplace romance, but this was so different. First of all, they start off as enemies. Who doesn't love a good enemy to lovers story. I was sucked into the story from the very beginning and just had to know where it was going to go. I couldn't put it down and read it in one day.
Without giving away any spoilers, the twist at the end had me going for sure. I usually can predict big twists like that but I had not seen this one coming at all.
As for this book, I would one thousand percent recommend everyone to read this book and the other books in this series. T L Swan has become an instant buy author for me as her books always deliver.
Oh my heart T.L. Swan! The Miles Men not only have fierce love for each other as brothers but love their women with unapologetic fervour and it is amazing.
I love the complex nature of the relationships that T.L. Swan creates and how the characters have to grow and be vulnerable to allow their significant other a place in their heart.
I loved this so much and the grovelling was epic! So brilliantly done!
The only little thing that bothered me a little was the online chatting. I didn't like the fact that once Elliot knew it was Kate, he opened up to her so much more online than what he did in person especially since he knew Kate didn't know that he knew it was her. That did not sit right with me. Kate was not much better in that situation I must add.
This is the first title I've read by this author, and I enjoyed it. It has great banter and humor between the two leads, great sexual tension and ties up the ending in a way I did not predict! I will look for more to read from this author.
I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
What can I say another Miles brother that I love. All four siblings are 100% swoon worthy. So far in this series, I have rated the first two books a 5 star review. This one fell slightly short of a 5 star review. Don't get me wrong, this book was AMAZING. I love the chemistry between the two characters, and all the cameos of the Miles men. Elliot was our strong hero who doesn't take no for an answer. While Kate spends much of the book finding herself, she is a very strong character in her own way.
The reason I dock half a star was because at times the Miles men felt the same. There was one quote, that I swear was used in one of the first books. I felt that Elliot and Jameson had a ton of similarities in their stories. This left me feeling like "have I read this before"?
The end was predictable, but sweet. Perfect HEA. And very excited for Christopher to get his own book!
Elliot & Kathryn (aka Kate)
Dual POV. Book 3 in the continuing Miles High series. Rom-com, enemies-to-lovers, work place romance. I enjoyed the cameos from characters in TL Swan's previous books with updates on the 2 previous Miles High couples. This book does include an epilogue.
Elliot (34, 35) is the third in birth order of the four Miles boys, guards his privacy fiercely, was nicknamed by the media as Casanova Miles, is an art lover, and the CEO of the UK branch of Miles Media. Kathryn (27; aka Kate) has worked in the IT department for Miles Media UK for 7 years, grief over the loss of her parents 6 years ago caused her to withdraw from socializing and seeking relationships. Kate stands up to Elliot at work and the two frequently buttheads until Elliot sees Kate in a new light. The twists in this book are very smart, just when I thought I figured it all out TL Swan proved me wrong. WELL DONE! This will definitely be a re-read for me. I look forward to reading the 4th Miles brother's book.
ARC from NetGalley. JP
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Thank you NetGalley for the ARC. This was exactly what an enemies to lovers/workspace romance should be. I found myself laughing out loud multiple times. Elliot was a lovable a**hole that I despised at first but he kind of won my heart in the end. Kate was amazing and I loved the fact that she was outspoken throughout the whole novel. There were super cute cameos made by the other characters in this series and I loved seeing bits of Tristan in this book.
Thanks to Net Galley I was able to read an advance copy of The Casanova by T.L Swan . This is the 3rd book in the Miles High Club . It is also the first book I have read by this author . I’m always hesitant checking out authors I have never read before . I have heard great things about T.L Swan , I have just never taken the plunge . Let me tell you this , The Casanova did not disappoint
The Casanova follows Elliot Miles and Kathryn Langford . Kathryn works for Elliott and the two absolutely dislike each other . You can feel the dislike between the 2 of them and I think that’s initially what drew me in. However you can feel the raw sexual energy between them. You find yourself wanting them together , especially when you get to see the other side of Elliot .
There were several moments in this book where I bursted out laughing hysterically . There were moments where my heart hurt for both Elliott and Kathryn . Moments where I wanted to slap them both for being idiots. Moments where I cried like a baby . I have fallen completely in love with both Elliott and Kathryn .
If you’ve read the previous books familiar faces make an appearance . If you are like me and haven’t read the previous books , this book will make you want to go back and read the first 2 . I know it did me .
If you are looking for a hot , steamy book with enjoyable characters this is that book for you . Check it out .
4.5 STARS ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Casanova has been one of my most anticipated books by TL Swan. Let me just say that it's absolutely worth the wait. This book is EVERYTHING! and I love every single second of it. Like seriously, I didn't expect that it would be so enjoyable that I was able to finish it within one day. It was completely addicting and a total page-turner.
Talking about the characters, they are just fantastic. I adore both of them and the personas that they portrayed in the story. Yes, there are some parts that got me slightly annoyed, but that didn't make me like them any lesser. The chemistry that these two shared is just like 🔥🔥🔥 Believe me, these two hated each other like crazy, but it's absolutely clear that their attraction to one another is deeper than they thought.
Overall, it was a great read for me and I think that TL Swan has done an amazing job in delivering the story of Elliot and Kate. They managed to steal my heart and I think they have officially become my favourite couple in the series. I highly recommend for everyone try out this book because you surely don't want to miss out this amazing book.
I really enjoy this Mile High Club series, these are books that you will re-read. This is book #3, I have laughed out loud. I truly enjoy a good banter back and forth in a romance novel and T L Swan can provide that and then some. At first I worried it would be all this dating app back and forth, seems to be a few books like that now, don't worry, it is just enough. Kate and Elliot can't stand each other! Love re-visiting the brothers. This could easily be a stand alone but gift yourself and read all of them. I gobbled this book up so fast, I will re-read the entire series slowly. I seriously didn't know how T L Swan would manage the ending so I was okay with it, ta-da she did!!! I eagerly wait for Christopher's story.
Just amazing. I have loved spending my time getting to know the Miles brothers and the women who have tamed their wild ways.
Elliot "Casanova" Miles and Kate Landon have one hot love affair. The twist at the end was amazing. I did not see that ending coming.
I am looking forward to Christopher's book!
As has been my custom I picked up the THIRD book in the Miles High Series but thankfully this can be read as a standalone. It has references to previous characters who are the brothers of the main characters, but reading them out of order is unlikely to ruin the outcomes given the nature of romance reads.
Elliot Miles is the CEO of Miles Media. He's a rich media tycoon, broody, quiet and fiercely protective of his privacy. He's demanding, moody and unapologetic. His reputation as a philandering womaniser proceeds him. He catches a glimpse of a woman in a security camera, not recognising it is his IT Manager Kathryn (Kate) Langford. Elliot and Kathryn have had a loathe-hate relationship for seven years - in as much as Kathryn refuses to bow down to Elliot's caustic nature and unrelenting demands. She's ballsy, intelligent and fierce after regaining her strength following two significant losses in her life. After some backwards and forwards the pair acknowledge their attraction - it's a secret, intense, and they both know it is time-limited.
The primary plotline of the Casanova is the illusiveness of a relationship. Kate finds herself falling for Elliot whilst he is searching for something that seems out of his reach. Additional plot lines include fictional interactions between the characters on an online dating site and Elliot's obsession with a female artist whose paintings he has been procuring. Kate is unsure she can trust Elliot and does not intend to be his second choice.
This book is packed with banter, chemistry between this pair that is off the charts, steam galore, emotional closeness and tenderness, familial relationships, and themes of loss and grief. There's also exploration of endometriosis for the main character Kate. There were loads of laughs between Elliot and Kate, Kate and her friends, and Elliot and his brothers which gave dimension to the story. Both Elliot and Kate are searching for their happily ever afters on their own terms - the question is weather they can achieve it together.
The Casanova is the first TL Swan book I have read. A huge thumbs up as I was unaware the author lives in Sydney and love supporting Australian authors. Thank you to Netgalley for an ARC of this book to read and review. It's out on 26/8/2021.
4.5 stars
The thing that I love most about TL Swan’s books, they’re like amazing chocolates that you want to eat slowly, then you can’t help, but finish them all in one sitting!
Her latest book, The Casanova does it again! I love seeing the Miles family again - Elliot is the 3rd brother!is like his brothers and finds romance, balanced with the attempts to keep their personal lives, out of the public eye. It’s set in London, as opposed to the other in NYC and this plot uses a dating site and even a final outcome that I never saw coming!
There’s even a brief cameo of the of Jillian, Spencer and Sebastian from the Mr. series.
I’ve read & loved all of TL Swan’s books- The Casanova can be read as stand alone, but If you haven’t them, The Stopover and The Takeover definitely worth reading as well!
ARC provided by Netgalley & Avon publishing in exchange for an honest review.
I loved Kate & Elliot’s story beyond words. Even days later after finishing, I am having trouble moving on to a new book.
The banter between Kate & Elliot was everything! I loved how Kate wouldn’t back down & challenged Elliot. It was great watching Elliot open up. I loved that there were moments of laughter and moments that brought me to tears.
I will definitely be re-reading this book over and over again! I absolutely adore this series and I can’t wait for Christopher’s book!
I voluntarily reviewed this book.
Thank you to Amazon Publishing UK and Netgalley for the ARC e-book copy for an honest review. I enjoyed this book immensely! This was the first book I've read from T.L. Swan, but I want to read more!
I love a good enemies-to-lovers trope, so this was right up my alley. I also loved the banter between Edgar and Pinkie. lol.
I will say I thought the story was a tad too long. I also thought the back and forth of are they together, but they aren't really together, but yes, they are together dragged on for longer than necessary.
However, I loved the London and New York setting. I laughed out loud several times. I also shed a few tears at the loneliness Kate experienced. I also LOVED that Elliott believed in destiny and that THE person for you is out there, somewhere. It's not often we get that from a male character, especially in a romance story.
I will definitely go back and read the other books in the Miles High Club series.
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I really like this author, I just discovered it is the 3rd book in the series and it is one better than another, God I like both heroes are romantic and I believe in destiny and magic what happened to them is magic. Before reading this book I read opinions and who gave this story 3 stars means that he is not a good reader or critic, because this story is unique, I have not met any author but I have read a lot and I like to read after possibilities, but this story is unique, sensational ...
Elliot Miles, head of the London office of Miles Media, is known for being powerful, cold, seductive, and a womanizer. So much so that the paparazzi have dubbed him The Cassanova.
Kate is the IT manager of Miles Media and in full honesty: hates Elliot Miles. He's arrogant and rude and she can't be held accountable for the things she says in his presence because the man brings out her temper like no one else.
But one day Elliot sees Kate in a sexy red athletic dress and he suddenly sees her in a new way. His hunger fir her grows unsatisfied and she is overcome with this cold and cruel man who makes her melt with one heated glance.
On paper this is an enemies to lovers workplace romance but in true T.L. Swan fashion it is so much more. There's a mystery threaded through the entire book about an unknown artist Elliot is obsessed with, a beautiful and enchanted farm with guard ducks, an amorous goat, and a murderous ram, and two secret identities with hilarious screen names from a dating site.
This book was WONDERFUL and I honestly loved it from page one to the end. One of the things I loved most about this book was how at a certain point an HEA seemed impossible for this couple, and yet every plot thread was pulled together at the last moment to make it work perfectly for me.
I loved watching this cold alpha melt into tenderness over the fiery Kate. It was a thing of beauty and it also had an equal amount of scorching steam as well.
I have not read as satisfying ending in a romance in a while and it was well worth the angst to get there.
I was super excited to get an eARC of this book. The previous book in this series, The Takeover is one of my favourite romance books of all time.
Elliot Miles and Kate have hated each other since they first met. But one day Elliot sees her dancing in the office and is instantly affected to her and becomes mildly obsessed, and is determined to have her. They start a “friends with benefits” like relationship but of course it can’t end there.
I really enjoyed these two (those Tristan is still my fave brother so far). I really enjoyed their dynamics and and there was plenty of fire as one can expect from TL Swan.
I was extremely annoyed at a decision Elliot makes, but TL Swan brought me back with one of the best grovels I have ever seen, added with some plot convenience reveals that were so obvious, but it was cute so I still liked it.
I love this series as a whole and it was great to see all the previous cast of characters and I can’t wait to get Christopher’s story (We are getting it right!?!)
I love the Miles High Club Series and I couldn't wait to get my hands on the newest release and, as usual, T L Swan delivered and did not disappoint!
I read The Casanova in one sitting...I was hooked from page one and just couldn't put the book down. The story, the characters, the banter, their struggles and OMG their chemistry were honestly off the freaking charts!
I'm a sucker for a good hate to love romance, but this one is truly so much more with its intricate plot and its 3-dimensional characters, you feel aaaall the feels while you read about Kate and Elliot falling in love and fate trying to bring them together for years without them knowing. Honestly, these two were destined.
Hats off to T L Swan once again for this funny, extremely witty, swoon-worthy and steamy AF romance.
500% would recommend (also, do yourself a favour and read the other books in this series).
**Thank you to T L Swan, Amazon Publishing UK and Netgalley for the e-ARC of The Casanova. All thoughts and opinions are my own.**
Another amazing story written by TL Swan. The chemistry between the hero and heroine is off the charts. I loved reading about them going from absolutely hating each other to be so incredibly in love with each other. Also the twist in the end that we have been waiting for since the first Miles High Club book!
3.5 stars. I really like the first two books in this series and this one was good as well. However, I do have some issues with the cultural representation. As someone who has lived in the UK for half of her adult life, this book that is set in London and features British people was a bit charring to read. I don't mind if the narrative refers to things in American English (elevators vs lift, etc.), however, if you are writing dialogue for British people you need to make it believable and there were many, many instances where this wasn't the case. In fact, if it hadn't set it was set in the UK, I would have never thought it was.
I very much appreciate that this is probably a bigger issue for me than it is for other people but I cannot overlook that. Please do your research, and do it well.
Elliot Miles did not disappoint.
Another office romance with huge enemies to lover vibes. I was head over heels in love.
Ever since The Takeover I've been craving the Miles brothers again. Elliot is the perfect mix between Jameson and Tristan, hot head with a boyish charm and a massive disadvantage when it comes to being one with nature. You'll know what I mean when you meet the farm yard of animals he gets left with.
Elliot is a massive believer in fate and fate has a funny way of working. It definitely taught him a lesson and it was brutal because my heart broke for Kate. Kate wasn't the heroine I thought I would be seeing Elliot with when The Casanova started but she is absolutely perfect for him. On. Every. Level.
Except Kate has a cow of a sister and I have no idea how they came from the same parents.
There's a moment where all the dots connect and my emotions went haywire. I still have no idea how I feel. I just feel empty. Elliot and Kate have done that to me. T L Swan has done this to me again!
I could honestly do a reread already and I only finished the book 8 hours ago. After the line Christopher made I am so intrigued to see where his book goes.
5 stars plus
Mind Officially Blown!
The Casanova is the most amazing story. It is riveting, very steamy, highly entertaining and incredibly enjoyable! One of my favourite reads of 2021.
This book is that good! I experienced so many emotions whilst reading that coming to terms with how well written this book was, just blows my mind.
Elliott Miles is the elusive fictional character that had so many faces, however he was also the most amazing family man. A romantic, believes in fate and the way things happened just made me feel. Everything the characters feel. I loved every moment!
I laughed so hard in parts, felt the sizzling chemistry between him and Kathryn that I wondered how things would pan out for them. I was rooting for them so hard. I wanted them to have the hea they both desperately needed. Can Casanova Miles be tamed? Is love in the air or are things destined to fall apart.
An absolute must read. I highly recommend you read it for yourself and make your own mind up at how truly hooked you will become. Kudos to the author for writing such a beautiful story!
This is by far one of my favorite series. Sexy, funny, romantic, and just enough "drama". I couldn't read this book fast enough, but was disappointed when it ended. I'm hoping this series continues!
The long awaited third book of the Miles High series by TL Swan finally is out. I finished it in a day.
This one does not disappoint as it is just as hot and packed with banter between Mr. Miles and the gal who works for him. I love the twist in this one where they match up online, only she knows it and he doesn’t yet.
This is an enjoyable series filled with humor, sarcasm, and entertainment. I enjoyed it and sad there wont be more coming from this series.
🖤This book was absolutely beautiful!!
I’ve been looking forward to Elliott’s book and she did not disappoint on this one!!
So many beautiful moments, I laughed, I cried, MR. MILES made me swoon!!🖤
This book has it all!!
All the steamy yummy moments🔥The angst❤️ Swoon worthy moments🤩The witty banter👩❤️👨 And of course HEA🖤
I wasn’t sure where this ending was going… But OMG it was BEAUTIFUL 😘🥰
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Elliot Miles has got to be the most intense from all the Miles brothers we have read about. Unapologetic & hard as Kathryn eloquently puts it. In the end you can’t help but love him.
Kathryn is stubborn, feisty and lovable from the very beginning of the book.
You have once again ticked all the boxes with this amazing story line, love hate work relationship, romance, comedy, heart ache with a happily ever after
Loved that we got snippets into the lives Tristan & James.
This was truly an amazing read.
"And fate.
Never give up, he will find you."
I've been wanting to read this series forever. Suffice to say, I got the ARC for this one, and I already pre-ordered it AND bought the other two and have them in my Kindle. If that alone doesn't tell you how good I think this book is, I don't know what will.
This is going down as one of my favorite books of 2021. The Casanova is everything I wanted and needed in a romance novel.
Enemies to lovers with a bossy, possessive, sometimes asshole of a hero who is hot and all sorts of sizzling in the bedroom, and a heroine who doesn't back down and even makes him grovel? Yes, please.
Elliot Miles is perfection. I need a machine to turn book characters into real life people, and I need it now. He's the CEO of the London branch of Miles Media. Kathryn is the IT Team Manager at the same company.
They hate each other. He's an idiot towards her, and she doesn't take it lying down. The way they're at each other's throats is awesome. I loved the banter between them, and the tension really is palpable.
Also, it was refreshing not to have the usual "he's the boss, I'm the employee, we can't" obstacle between them. Thank you for that, Ms. Swan.
There are two moments that are pivotal for their relationship to change. One, when Elliot sees Kathryn in an outfit that is so different from what she wears to work. And two, when Kathryn has a health-related issue at work, it's Elliot who takes care of her and takes her home.
All of a sudden, Kathryn becomes something more to him than a witch that works for him, and Elliot shows a side of him that was hidden until now.
Please note: he is still bossy, and still possessive, and definitely hot, and I love him for all of it. There are just... more layers there.
When the fun, scorching moments between them begin, it's off the charts. The banter goes on, and only makes everything hotter. And trust me when I tell you that Elliot may be possessive, but so is Kathryn. I really liked that he knew how to push all her buttons, even if not in the most tactful way. His social skills need some tuning, and his having-feelings-for-someone-and-not-knowing-what-to-do-with-them need that too. Big time.
The last 25% are EVERYTHING. There's a plot twist that had me wanting to punch Elliot in his beautiful face. Part of me understood it, most of me did not. I found myself doubting this HEA, but I shouldn't have, because the ending was perfect. I won't say more about it, because I think it needs to be experienced (whether you love it or hate it will be up to you), and that's why I was reading until 1:30 am yesterday – I needed to know how this ended.
It was worth every minute.
"She smiles softly with her eyes closed and falls back to sleep. In the darkness, in her arms, I listen to her heartbeat. And I lose sight of mine."
This was a fun, banter-filled, sexy and steamy read, with lovable characters that pulled me in and wouldn't let me go. Elliot and Kathryn carried the story entirely, and made it believable for me.
I couldn't recommend it more!
*Thank you to TL Swan, NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review*
TL Swan can do no wrong when it comes to writing the Mile High series. The Casanova is her best yet.
Elliot Miles is swoon worthy, a total a-hole most of the time and is nicknamed the Casanova because women never turn him down. Kathryn Landon is an IT specialist at Miles Inc. Elliot is her boss. They can't stand each other... until they can. Their chemistry is hot, hot, hot!
I read this in one day. Could not put it down. Absolutely brilliant!
Where do I start? I loved this book. This was a much anticipated book in the series for me. I loved how TL Swan added characters that we all know and love from her other books in there to tie everything together.
Kate “Kathryn” works for Elliot Miles as the IT supervisor at his company. They’ve disliked each other for years until one day Miles looks at her differently. Offers her an arrangement and before you know it they are a secret item because of his fame. Of course not everything goes as planned and the media named Casanova makes many mistakes. Finding their way back to each other on her terms was a nice change in the book.
The Casanova is the third book in the Miles High Club and is a fantastic edition to the series. This book follows Elliot and Kate. Elliot is Kate’s boss and they do not get along at all so it is enemies to lovers and is similar to The Stopover in that aspect. I really did enjoy the romance between Elliot and Kate and though there was a lot of tension and connection. There is a great grovel scene from Elliot to Kate and if you like TL Swan’s other works you will adore this.
I loved the 1st two books in this series and I'm so happy to say I loved this book just as much. I laughed, I cried, and everything in between. I was invested in the main characters relationship, I really enjoyed seeing previous characters in this book aswell and I couldn't put this down. I highly recommend!
☆Enemies to lovers
☆Steamy
☆Office romance
☆Banter
☆HEA
DESERVES MORE THAN 5 STARS.
Tristan was literally 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐅𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 that we're all so scared that Elliott won't meet the expectations. BUT let me say this, The Casanova 𝐓𝐎𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐘 𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐏𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐌𝐘 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐄. I really don't want to say more than this because I don't want to spoil it. 𝘐 𝘭𝘢𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘦𝘥, 𝘴𝘸𝘰𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘥, 𝘨𝘰𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘥, 𝘧𝘳𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥, 𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘵, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘐 𝘵𝘰𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘤𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘥!! So be ready for that roller coaster of emotions.
And yes, everyone makes an appearance. I want to reread all of them again. No idea what the last book is going to be about, but I know I'm going to love it already.
I recently discovered this author and have enjoyed several books by her. The beginning of this story was difficult to get through because I found the conversations between the two main characters to be childish and bordering on ridiculous. The last quester of the book was worth it though, when the answers to the questions came to light. Overall, a good story.
I have mixed views about this book. It could have been a great book to me if the profanity was not so over the top. Is the author even capable to write a conversation without swearing? So after 7% I almost stopped reading the book completely.
Elliot and Kate are both grown ups but their confrontations and email exchanges are shocking and so unprofessional. Who speaks like this and especially in a boss-employee relationship? Can you imagine working in such a toxic environment for seven years? (By the way, if she has worked 7 years with him then she started when she was 20. It seems quite young. Did she even go to uni?)
There is actually almost no pages without profanities. I found:
- 490 fuck words
- 123 hell words
- 70 shit words
- 21 bitch words
- 17 crap words
To add to this, despite his gorgeous looks and a fat wallet, Elliot is completely insane and has serious anger management issues. He is a control freak either yelling and cursing at you or hitting his mobile into a car seat. Imagine dealing with such crap on a daily basis. In some ways he reminded me of Grey in Fifty Shades of Grey. Elliot even hints to his "depraved tastes that are not for everyone" but later on we never really get to learn anything about that. Talk about a mislead!
Remember the scene where a post office lady is doing a small talk and he is dropping f bombs in his own head and calling her a bitch? What stops him from thinking the same about this girlfriend if he loses patience?
If all that crap was removed, the book actually would be 5+ stars. The story is engaging and it had a intriguing story plot and the sex scenes although quite graphic were also different (many erotic books are quite repetitive in sex scenes).
Elliot is the Casanova of the Miles boys. He is obsessed with an artist and believes in fate. He also hates the head of IT Kathryn Landon. Kathryn is dealing with her own past trauma, and hasn't felt alive in along time. When sparks kinda start to fly between her and Elliot Miles then all of a sudden Kate starts to feel herself again. Elliot is now starting to figure out sometimes life is pushed in a different way than he thinks. What happens though when he finds the artist he thought he was always fated to be with? What happens when Kate finds out that Elliot isn't the mean egotistical CEO?
I really enjoyed Elliot and Kates story! It was funny and the banter was epic. It was a pretty fast burn IMO. I did cry and laugh. Elliot made some really heart breaking choices but the way this ending came together was everything!!!
It's no secret that I loved Jameson in The Stopover, but then I read The Takeover and Tristan became my favorite Miles Man. I couldn't wait to read Elliot's story so when it became available I devoured it and needless to say I was not disappointed! Elliot Miles definitely earned his name as the Casanova but underneath it all, he's a big ole romantic and I loved every second of his journey to find his soulmate. I couldn't wait to find out who this artist was that he was so enamoured with in the first two books so I was quite surprised when Kate was introduced in the beginning of this book. What a pair these two make! They are combustible and their chemistry heats up the pages but it's their banter and sweet, romantic moments that really got to me. I've thoroughly enjoyed reading this series and can't wait to read Christopher's story but Tristan is still my favorite! I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC for NetGalley.
I just recently got into the Miles' Brothers books, and was so excited to see the third book on NetGalley so had to get it immediately!
To start, like the others, this book had awesome banter between Kate and Elliot.To say this book was exciting is an understatement. The amount of ups and downs and the roller coaster ride is just so dramatic, a trademark of TL Swan, I think.
Of course, the book was steamy AF, which we all love. And we got a new side to Elliot that we didn't see in his brothers' stories, which I appreciated.
Definitely give this one a read!
Thank you to NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK for the ARC in return for an honest review.
I have been a little wary of reading this author again after a previous book of hers let me down, but I’m so thrilled to have given this book a try. I absolutely adored this enemies to lovers romance and the ending was wonderful. I’m definitely adding the other two books to my tbr!
I received a copy of this book as an ARC from Netgalley for a honest review.
TL Swan hit it out of the park here with Elliot and Kathryn's story. And what an emotional rollercoaster I went on. The banter was just what I needed. Dare I say Elliot is my favorite Miles brother now.
Elliot runs Miles Media in London and he over the years earned the nickname Casanova. Kathryn is head of the IT department of Miles Media in Long and she hates her boss. Elliot has always had a thing for art and spends ridiculous amounts of money on the paintings that he does have. Kathryn years later is still dealing with her own trauma and because of that hasn't felt like her true self in a long time.
Elliot is not man that Kathryn though was. And well, Kathryn isn't as mean as comes across. When randomly sparks start to fly between Elliot and Kathryn things get hairy.Neither of them want a relationship but of course feelings start to get involved. Bad decisions are made, feelings are hurt, and forgiving can be hard to come to terms with.
TL Swan has done it again! This book is everything we expect, a great story, awesome characters, some great laughs, chemistry and steam! A definite read.
4.5 stars
Elliot Miles and Kathryn Landon’s story is definitely an enemies-to-lovers story. Kathryn works for Elliot’s company in London as the lead in the IT department. Whenever they are in the same room, the sparks. The angry banter between these two is actually pretty funny. After a health related scare, the way they see the other changes and what ensues is an up and down, and even sideways journey to their happily ever after.
There are so many things happening in their story, there is a dating app that goes awry, an infatuation that causes havoc and a beautiful farm with crazy animals that made me laugh out loud. Both the MCs are fantastic together but they are fascinating as individuals. Elliott is such a contradiction, he is this womanizing jerk with the nickname, Casanova, but he is also a dreamer, a lover of art and looking for that fairy tale love story. There is just this sweetness to him, but still with that powerful and oh so arrogant CEO vibe. Kathryn is assertive, feisty and takes no cr@p from anyone, especially Elliott. But there is this vulnerable side to her too, my heart broke for what she had lost. Their chemistry was off the charts, and the twist at the end was totally unexpected. I loved it!
Overall, an awesome read, some of Elliott’s choices really ticked me off, but in a way I kind of understood it too. Kathryn really stuck to her guns and really made Elliott work for it and he did it so well!! This is only my 2nd book I’ve read from this author, I’m definitely going to go through her backlist now!
Thank you to Netgalley and Amazon Publishing UK for the complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.
Move on over Tristan & Jameson, Elliot is my new man! I have never read a series where I am in love with every single brother. Yeah, yeah I know I am weird and sometimes fall in love with just one brother or all but one. Let me tell you, just like the other books in this series IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT! Not going to lie, I didn’t think anyone could top Tristan or his book but it did!
I got all the feels. I cried, I laughed, I got mad, I got butterflies, and damn just like any other TL Swan book, it was hot! I absolutely love Kate! I love that she was tough. She didn’t take Elliots crap. They are perfect for each other. The ending was one of my favorite endings I actually did not expect it. I did expect one thing but not the other (sorry not spoiling). I also loved the connection with some of her other books.
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC! I can’t wait to have the physical book on my shelves with my other Miles brothers!
Wow! This book had me going through a rollercoaster of emotions laughing out loud and crying the next. It's a read you won't want to put down and will probably stay up late reading as I did. Elliot, or Casanova as he's referred to by the tabloids, may show those he works with a hard, grumpy persona but behind his walls he's 100% a romantic looking for his love at first sight fateful moment. Kate is part of the IT department at his London office and they are always at each other's throats. But it may have been fate that they met under random user names on a dating app and became quick pen pals. Won't spoil it but I highly recommend this book! It is a spicy romance with a bumpy road to an enchanted HEA. The only thing that got me frustrated was the surprising turn of events at the end with Elliot ... but I think that just shows that TL Swan can write a truly engaging story when you want to toss your kindle in the air at a character's stupid decisions. I will definitely be grabbing the other books in this series!
5 stars
The Casanova is one of my FAVORITE books of 2021! I need more of Elliot Miles in my life. TL Swan has done a wonderful job with the Miles High Club series! This book is right up there with The Stopover which was my favorite book last year.
I love a good office, enemies to lovers romance and this book checked off all the boxes of all the tropes I love to read about it. There's also no shortage of steamy and s*xy AF scenes scattered throughout the book. Elliot comes off as an asshole but Kate slowly peels back his layers and you see the sweet, loving side of Elliot which I loved reading about. I loved that this book wasn't overdramatic either. It was literally the perfect book and I'm thankful for receiving an advanced copy of this book through NetGalley.
4 Enchanted Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Oh boy...
Elliot is a romantic at heart and I love him!
I swear that I was scared of getting another Jameson (The Stopover), and daydreaming about another Tristan (The Takeover).
At the beginning I confess that I wasn't impressed... until at least 35%, the book wasn't delivering nothing special.
That's probably why my review is missing a star.
Elliot was a total jerk, but not the interesting brooding type, but the Jameson type... The kinda of guy that raises hell into everyone's life when things don't work the way he wants, and is in the verge of a heart attack because he's always stressed out.
Kate was an interesting character since the beginning... A little extra on her attitude, because let's be real... Who would talk to the CEO of a huge media empire, and also your boss, the way she talked to Elliot? But it was entertaining to see their interactions and the evolution of their interest in reach other.
Things got a lot better after they accept their attraction and the book took another direction entirely. One that I really loved!
Elliot starts to show his better side and Kate let go of her bitchness to be funny and vulnerable in a good way.
Their connection was amazing, super hot, and you could see clearly the growth of their feelings through each other.
Elliot as a sweet and romantic, but totally possessive and dominant farm man, is definitely worth every heart ache!
Another positive thing is all the interactions between the Miles brothers! They are truly an unique and united family! Looooved to see that Harry is still causing trouble to Tristan after all 😂.
This book is full of laughs and fun moments, as much as the sexy and hot ones.
The twist of the story wasn't a mistery to me, cause i could guess it very early, but it didn't ruined the book at all, since it was really well built and closed up.
I really enjoyed this book and I loved how it ended! It was sweet, funny, sexy, entertaining and when Elliot fucked up, the groveling was real! You go girl!
Love it!
Can't wait for the last Miles brother and Tristan's boys books (because I'm pretty sure they'll get one! They're too much to let it pass 😂)
Thank you to NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK for the opportunity to read this ARC. This honest review was based off my experience reading an ARC, which in no way biased me.
First off, I would like to say I’m a big fan of TL Swan’s work. I have read the other two books in The Miles High Club, (The Stopover and The Takeover) along with the first book in her Mr. Series (Mr. Masters).
TL Swan writes banter for enemies to lovers that is amazing, and the best part is that it starts almost immediately. Right at the beginning of chapter 1, Elliot and Kate show their hatred for each other and its already made me smile. Their banter isn’t just in their dialogue, but even in their snarky emails/anonymous messages to each other. TL Swan’s character’s dirty talk is immaculate. As well as how she writes smut. One of my favorite things about this author is that is good plot and good smut.
Elliot is the “guy obsessed with the girl” and honesty it’s working for him. I will say Elliot is very different from the characters I’ve read. He’s such a hopeless romantic he doesn’t even notice his dream girl has been under his nose for YEARS, and like he doesn’t even realize what he has right there.
“Elliot is a dreamer,” she continues. “He lives in a world where he is forced to be a realist, but in his heart, he is a romantic.”
I thought that none of TL Swan’s books would come close to how much I love The Takeover, but I’m happy to say that this one got VERY close. I love this so much. It deserves the 5 stars I rated it. This book made me laugh, made me anxious FOR THEM, and almost cry. I had a great time.
Reading The Stopover and The Takeover is not necessary to read this book, but I would highly suggest it. For context and because they are also very good.
The Casanova
The Miles High Club
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★★★★★5/5
An amazing Enemies-to-Lovers with STEAMY spice. Elliot can dirty talk with the best of them.
Elliot is a very private person by nature. He doesn’t flaunt around his love affairs (at least not serious ones). TL Swan wrote amazing in the beginning showing how much these two truly despised working with each other and the way she wrote Elliot changing his mind was mind altering because she wrote it in such a way that had to feeling it in you. All of the sudden he saw an attraction and not the annoying women who made him infuriated.
Watching them fall in love when they were supposed to be “Friends with Benefits” was breath taking because it really seemed as if they just couldn’t control it.
I loved how this story was wrapped up because I truly could see it coming but at the same time TL Swan didn’t give much away through the book. It had me in tears Reading Kate go through the heart break had me in tears at her pain.
I really enjoyed reading this book and the characters!! The chemistry between Elliot and Kate is so good. I liked reading their povs and how they each develop throughout the story.
The enemies to lovers aspect of the story was honestly so interesting. It was also written well!! Their relationship development was something I loved most about the story. Kate is absolutely everything!! I love her character so much. She is strong and feels deeply which I could totally understand. Elliot honestly surprised me, even in the moments that made me want to yell at him lol. In the end I began to understand his emotions more.
Although there was a certain moment that didn’t really do it for me I still think this book was overall interesting and an enjoyable read. I can’t wait to read more by this author!
The Casanova is the 3rd book with Elliott Miles, CEO of Miles Media UK. He's dubbed as the Casanova but deep down he is a romantic. Kathryn (Kate) is the head of IT at Miles Media amd pretty much the nemesis for Elliott. Until one day when Elliott actually notices her, even though she's worked in the Company for 7 years.
Elliot, as we have read in the previous books, is obsessed with a certain artist and has been in search of her. Her paintings have called to him and he feels a deep connection. He believes that when he finally meets the person he has to be with, he'll know in the first instance. Which is the opposite of everything he has with Kate. He's hated her for years and therefore doesn't make any commitments. He wants a no strings relationship with her in secrecy. Privacy is a major issue in Elliot's life which we see throughout the book.
With his heart in a split, he makes certain decisions that threatens their relationship. But I love a good groveling and Elliott did that for Kate. He knew what she needed and he was there. This story made me laugh, the Enchanted Kingdom is something special, and it made me cry. Elliot portrays to be the cold businessman but we see his kind heart in the small gestures he makes.
Kate is so strong throughout the book, she risks everything she believes to be with Elliott, and that's more than what Elliott gives her. Kate knows what she wants and she pursues it.
The main twist in the story was a little predictable to me but I enjoyed it nevertheless. I wanted to know how things would play out between the two.
I received an ARC for review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Kathryn Landon has worked at Miles Media for years. However, she has never really gotten along with her boss Elliot Miles. Things are about to change when Elliot brings her home after a reaction to medication that didn’t go so well. Kate’s friends wanted her to get back out there and find a date. Not realizing her made-up person on the dating site is talking to Elliot and finding out he has developed feelings for her.
Elliot Miles may be known as Casanova, but that doesn’t mean he is in real life. Having grown up in the spotlight all his life, all he wants is to find the artist who speaks to him through their paintings. However, his feelings for Kate start to surface, and Elliot decides to offer Kate a friends with benefits contract. Though Elliot still knows his art is out there, and that’s who he feels he is meant to be with.
Kate and Elliot have such chemistry they can’t ignore it, but will it last? Will the artist come between Elliot and Kate? Will Elliot be able to let his guard down and profess his love for Kate?
“It’s like I’m swimming out to sea with no sight of land. I know it’s dangerous, but I can’t get out of the riptide as I get swept along. Perhaps I wouldn’t even if I could. The water is dark, but it’s too late. I’m too far from the shore to turn back.”
This book is by far one of my favorites. I haven’t laughed so much in a while. I also haven’t cried and felt the pain from such excellent writing. I could feel all the characters in this story deep within my bones. The narrative is impeccable and flows. Elliot and Kate's push and pull had me feeling every bump in their relationship.
“What’s wrong with him? He keeps running away, he’s crying all the time.” Elliot
“He’s looking for a mate. It’s normal for a goat of around this age to want….” vet
“He’s horny? Are you kidding me? You kept me up all night because you’re horny? Just what I need.” Elliot
“What do you expect? He is your son….after all.” Kate
My favorite part of this book had to be the ducks and goats. The banter between the animals and Elliot was priceless. TL Swan did a stellar job of writing scenes I can and have read over and over again. Those scenes still make me laugh.
So glad to read this third installment in the Miles quartet! The Casanova features Elliot, the third brother and CEO of the London offices. I've been looking forward to Elliot's installment ever since I knew he had the fascination with the artist. I knew it was going to be good and boy, it was.
Kate is his heroine. Let's face it. She's adorable, funny, and fiesty. I loved her no fear attitude. I simply loved her, I'll be honest and want to be her when I grow up!
This is a lovely story. Now I'm going to be honest, the second book will always be my favorite because c'mon..Harrison! But this story had humor (homicidal ducks anyone?), the ultimate makeup and grovel scenes, and it was so steamy my fingertips singed. A great new addition to the series and I can't wait for the finale! Write faster Ms. Swan, write faster!
As a side note to the editors - I had a little issue with how the text exchanges happened. There was no difference in the text between characters and I had a hard time deciphering sometimes who was saying what. Maybe bold one character or change the font style?
Elliott & Kathryn have a hate hate relationship. But one moment changes everything as they give into their attraction to each other. I loved the angry banter between them at the start & watching as Elliott starts to take down Kathryn's hard work shell. This had me feeling all the things. So many great moments specially with the Miles brothers. Laughed so many times & felt when Kathryn had her heart ripped out. Was great to have a male character being a secret romantic. I loved the overall arc & how all the pieces came together in the end. The only thing I wish was different was the side story with the room mate, I just wish that had been slightly different or left out altogether, just came off as weak. This is my favourite in the series so far. T.L. Swan has given us another great steamy (very steamy) story that I just devoured, did not feel like this was over 500pgs.
The Casanova is another great book in the Mike’s High series and what a winner this is.
Elliot is CEO of Miles Media, Kathryn is I.T.lead and programmer. She has worked there for 7 years and they absolutely loathe each other. Elliot is always trying to force Kathryn to resign, she’s stubborn and refuses. One night Elliot sees Kathryn in an entirely new light, they get together and are pretty combustible.
What really lifts this story into a page turner is not just the emotional developing relationship and the other strong characters, it is the humour and sheer excellence of the rapport between the two in their snarky exchanges.
I rarely laugh out loud when reading but the sheer comedy scenes in this book are absolutely hilarious and a joy.
A really lovely story, Elliot is an ass but redeems himself magnificently, this is a book that you’ll want to return to for many re reads.
My thanks to net galley and publisher for the opportunity to review this book honestly.
Okay, Elliot ALMOST beat Jameson out for the biggest douche on the planet. I mean I wanted to smack him so hard through about 80% of the entire book. This is not a sweet, loving, hot office romance. Their love story is painful, heartbreaking at times & honestly made me want to throw the book across the dang room & never even think of Elliot again. Can you tell how pissed off he made me? Honestly, the ending of this book & all the plot twists is what saved their story for me. I was so heated about Elliot's actions toward Kate at one point that I did not even want her to stay with him/or give him another chance. This is an enemy to lovers with so many twists that I honestly was so hurt for Kate. Their steam was good & I did feel their connection with each other. However, I feel like because of all the drama that we uncover with Elliot & what he is hiding with his emotions... that their connection did not really make sense to me with how intense it seemed. If you like a painfully hurtful Hero who & a Heroine who is trying to find herself after grief then this book is for you. It was a rough book to get through but I loved the ending & Elliot did somewhat redeem himself in my head.
4.25 stars
Okay, this is the second book I read of the High Miles Club, and I loved the banter between Elliot and Kate. It was such a fun time.
I loved their personality (Pinkie and Edgar) hahaha.
However, there was some stuff I didn't like: Elliot's obsession with being with someone "exceptional" and also the drama was very lacking for me.
Otherwise, it was such a fun and steamy read, and from now on I will look forward to reading TL. Swan.
Thank you so much NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK for giving me an opportunity to reading this ARC in exchange of an honest review.
The Casanova (Miles High Club #3) T L Swan
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The superlatives I could use to describe ‘The Casanova”, would consume a dictionary.
Brilliant, heartwarming, emotional, hot(yes, I consider that a superlative) satisfying, addictive, I could go on and on.
But what I can confidently tell you is that Elliott Miles, though complicated in his behaviour, is the enchanted prince to Kathryn Landon’s happily ever after story. They just don’t know it!
Two very complicate characters who come from such different worlds but who share an underlying true romantic streak.
A true enemies to lovers trope but with the considerable finesse that comes with a TL Swan story. Every detail, every twist, every plot turn perfectly timed for maximum reading enjoyment and delivering on every minute promise of more to come in the story.
This book was just 100% incredible.
Every word, every character and every scenario was measured and delivered with brilliance and incredibly moving and emotive writing and I am honoured that I got to read and review The Casanova.
More Miles to come and I just can’t wait. Can you?????
I was thrilled to receive an ARC from Netgalley of the Casanova. This is the 3rd book in the Miles High Club series and I loved the first two books and this one did not disappoint.
This is an enemies to lovers book about Elliot Miles who runs Miles Media and Kathryn who is the IT manager. They hate each other and have no problem letting the other one know just how much. I don’t want to give too much away because this book has a few twists that I didn't see coming. I loved the banter and emotion and also the humor that was in this book!
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys great banter, lots of sexy times and wants to laugh a lot!
Thank you Netgalley and Amazon Publishing UK for the eARC! I loved it!
Another TL Swan hit! I loved watching Elliot and Kate’s romance play out. Not only was The Casanova the perfect steamy, romance, it was also hilarious!
Kate is smart and sassy and doesn’t immediately gush over Elliot’s charm like he assumes she will do. The sexual tension is perfect and it throws in some drama that I did not see coming.
If you loved the previous two Miles’s book then you’ll definitely love The Casanova!
Enchanted Fate
I cannot put enough into words to express how much I enjoyed The Casanova book by TL Swan. Elliott and Kate’s love story was phenomenal and I love how fate played a part. Elliott is one sexy hot lover but yet a romantic at heart who is convinced that his forever is going to be by fate. Kate is a very strong independent woman that busts his balls at every turn. Their banter is absolutely hilarious and it made this book perfect. I loved Pinkie Leroo and Edgar Moffatt’s part in this story and Elliott’s brothers too especially the day they came for a surprise visit on his birthday and I cannot forget to mention the feral ducks. I am so glad all the brothers were included in this story along with the banter between them. This was one of the best books I have ever read that gives you all the emotions of a relationship and makes you feel good. I did not want this story to end!! I am ready so for Christopher’s book to come out. TL Swan is an amazing author and I have purchased and read all of her books and every single one has been outstanding. I encourage you to buy and read any of her books and I promise you that you will never be disappointed and will be a fan of hers for life.
The next person I see telling people that The Stopover is a standalone is going to get karate chopped. IT LITERALLY ISN'T A STANDALONE! IT'S A SERIES! THEY'RE BROTHERS! JUST READ THEM ALL!
Anyway.
I loved this one. Kate and Elliot have an enemies to lovers story, and we finally get to find out who that artist Elliot loves is. Lots of sex scenes, per usual, and these felt less spicy and more romantic. If you've read the other stories in this series, you must pick this one up!
**Received ARC for honest reviews**
I want to start off to say that I have read all of TL Swan's books and I think she is just a truly amazing author. I think it's safe to say I will be a fan of her writing till the day I die.
The two previous books - The Stopover and The Takeover set the bar exceptionally high, especially The Takeover. I loved previous two books so much I wished I could give them 10 stars. Now this book...I love Kate, she's strong and knows what she wants. Elliot is cute, hot, everything like his brothers Tristan and Jameson, plus a little more romantic at heart.
Another awesome work from TL Swan.
Yet another hot sexy installment about the Miles brothers. You can read it as a stand alone or as part of the series. I love the characters and the chemistry is amazing! You can't help but get involved.
I loved Jamieson and Tristan but Elliott just stole my heart. What a big ol softie he turned out to be. TL Swan never disappoints with her stories and this one was up with one of my favourites. All her books have great twists and turns there is no straight line break up get back together happily ever after which makes her books all that more enjoyable to read. Her wit and humour through out her stories beguiles me.
Thanks for another outstanding book T
I have read multiple TL swan books in the past and had mediocre feelings. I enjoy most of the books from a overall perspective but sometimes they are a little jarring when I least expect it. I did really enjoy the first book in the Miles High series and I haven't read the second one. I totally forgot that a third brother existed. I liked the main character Kate, she was spunky and fun and had realistic thoughts, actions and problems. the one thing I didn't like about her was the internal monologue that I think was supposed to subtly set up the romance, it really wasn't subtle at all. Elliot was also a fun character. I am getting kind of tired of the playboy trope, I find it lacking in really character depth because actions are totally excused in favor of habit. This book was a little different we got to see lots of versions of Elliot at once even though he didn't know it. I really didn't like the climax of the book, it really pissed me off and I wanted to throw my phone, at the same time I understood the dilemma and would have probably done something similar, add in some healthy communication though...
if you have read and enjoyed other books by this author, you will definitely like this one. Adult romance readers who enjoy a bit of unreliable characters, spice, multiple perspectives and chapters that leave you finishing the book at the end of the night will also enjoy this book.
this gets a 3.75 from me!
Dare I go ahead and proclaim now that this will be the best book I read in 2021? I can say with certainty it has been my favorite so far, and it will be a tough one for anything to beat out the rest of the year! I laughed, I cried a bit, then I laughed some more…I felt all the feels with this book!
I am here for Elliot’s snarky humor, Kate’s snap backs, and the steam between them both. One of the reasons I adore this series so much are the hard-working heroines who take zero shit from these brothers. It’s refreshing to read about them having successful careers on their own both before and after connecting with the heroes.
This will absolutely be a book I re-read multiple times. I cannot wait to grab the audio book as well as soon as it comes available! I have sooo many highlights of my favorite quotes from this book, but I will hold off on sharing any for the time being to avoid any potential spoilers!
I loved the first two books in this series as well and recommend reading them first for the full Miles brothers experience!
Thank you NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK for the ARC in return for my honest review.
This book is everything I needed to get out of a reading slump! I love all the miles brother, and Elliot may just be my favourite (although for the longest time it was Tristan)! Definitely give this book a read!
I have enjoyed Ms. Swan's in the past, but this has not been the case with her last two books. The steam is there, but even that gets old after a while, and I simply was left wanting more story and character development. I am aware Ms Swan has a rabid fanbase and I am not writting this to be unkind. I am stating this as a reviewer that has read a lot of her books.The arguing scenes between Elliot and Kate were reminiscent of Mr.Gracia and at times I felt like I was reading the same book.The twist towards the end of the book felt a little too late. I don't know if there's pressure to produce and release more books, but I really miss the quality of the first two books of this series and her other books.
Love this author, her books are always exceptional and this is another great book. I love her characters
She brings them to life in this story! Funniest book ever!
🤞🏼Enemies-to-Lovers
🔥Steamy sex scenes
💼Workplace Romance
😂Hilarious Banter
😳WTF moments/plot twist
💖HEA
As much as this was touted as an enemies to lovers, I didn't really buy that. That being said this was my favourite in the series so far, but I haven't had the best experience with this series so far but I keep trying to find a T.L. Swan book I love. While I didn't find it here, I'm not giving up and I didn't hate this like I did the stopover. Elliott and Kathryn were fine and I actually laughed a little. I volunteered to read and review an early copy of this. All opinions are my own. 3.5 Stars
„You feel more at home at my home… or maybe it’s me that feels at home when you’re there.“
The positives:
↣ Elliott is such an interesting love interest. He has this very playful, sweet, romantic and profound side, but he can also be so possessive, domineering and imposing. I enjoyed his character a lot, he was different from many other heroes I have read.
↣ Every book in this series so far has managed to make me laugh and this one was no exception. In every book, there is one specific reaccuring plotpoint that is absolutely hilarious and works so well with the story that I cannot help but laugh out loud while reading. All I‘ll say is 🦆🐏🐐
↣ Every time all the other Miles men had a scene together made me so happy. These four brothers have such a wonderful bond and I love their banter. Also, every cameo of Tristan and his family was a balm to my The Takeover-missing heart.
↣ I really loved the ending of this book, everything came together so perfectly. There was a conflict at the end and we also had a mystery throughout the book and those two things wove together to make for a very satisfying finish to this romance.
The negatives:
↣ The hate to love didn‘t really work in this book. They did dislike each other in the beginning, yes, but it only took Elliott seeing Kathryn in a dress one time to change his mind about her. Out of nowhere they found each other irresistibly sexy and I didn‘t understand the quick change of heart. I would have liked there to be a better transition between the hate- and the attraction-stage.
Huge thank you to Netgalley and the author for providing me with an ARC of this book.
I was bored to death. I stopped reading at about 70% mark and read the last page. I don't know what else to say. I think this book was trying to emulate those regency romances with farms and whatnot.
Each book in the Miles High Club is good, but this one is my favorite! I could not put it down. Elliot is then arrogant CEO of the London branch of Miles Media. And Kathryn works in the IT department. They both dislike each other immensely. Until Elliot see Kathryn in a new light while watching her on the security camera. He charms Kathryn and she finally comes around to not hating him. But he only wants a friends with benefit relationship. And she can see herself falling for him. This book was funny had all of the feels. T.L Swan is a great writer that draws you in and keeps you captivated until the end.
Wow wow wow a truly fantastic read, laugh out loud bits along with very steamy love scenes, a terrific hero to match our super heoine, love this book
DNF at page 124.
I was honestly kind of excited for this book - enemies to lovers when the tension has been brewing for a good few years at the point we meet them.
HOWEVER
I just couldn't find anything I liked about either of our leads or any of the side characters, and the writing did nothing for me. I also couldn't tell where this book was set and I HATE that in books. There was a mention of Harrod's so I thought, ok, London, but then reference to Emergency and not A&E, and the various other Americanisms through me. THEN I discover the writer is an Australian and not an American so I'm even more confused, and honestly, I just could not get into this book. I gave it about 25% to pull me in and it just wasn't for me. Shame.
Monday mornings are bad enough without the day starting with a meeting with Kathryn from IT. For some reason, they seem to clash over everything and their arguments need Elliot's brother Christopher to come and rescue him. Why does she frustrate him so much? Although a glimpse of someone dancing at the photocopier one evening in a netball outfit has Elliot taking notice until he realises that it is Kathryn.
Elliot Miles has to be the most annoying man on earth but he is handsome and has the most gorgeous blue eyes. Having lost her parents six years also Kathryn (Kate) has been living a shell of her former life not pushing herself or making an effort. With her new flatmate slowly getting her out of her shell and dressed to impress. Gathering Elliot's attention at a function outside of work.
A fearless private person he wants to keep his life with Kate behind closed doors. With their passion overflowing in the bedroom. But their communication skills need work as they encounter hurdles along the way. Following your heart was never easy but what happens when you realise you've made a mistake?
Thank you to NetGallery for providing me with an arc for a non-spoiler review!
I am a huge TL Swan fan! So you betcha I have read The Stopover & The Takeover, so was more than excited to jump into the 3rd book in the Miles High Club series about the Miles brothers. Other TL Swan fans will also recognise other names from her Mr series featured as well. You don't have to have read the previous two books as this can be read as a standalone, however I do recommend to get the real feel of the world Tee has created/written.
Elliot Miles is the CEO of Miles Media in London. He is a 34 bachelor, who as much loves his job - Is looking for a romantic change. He dreams of that "love at first sight" & romantic story to tell his children. What he didn't count on what Kathryn Landon. The IT manager at Miles Media who does anything & everything to disobey Elliot, even if he is the CEO of a international multi media company. She is independent, stubborn & a strong woman, who knows what she wants & how she wants to be treated. And the best thing about that? Elliot loves that. He finds himself more than respecting her but needing her more in his life. Even if she isn't his "love at first sight".
Elliot & Kate start as a friend with benefits to escape from their own lonely lives. But as everyone knows, friends with benefits can't work if feelings start to emerge. Which of course they do. Except what happens when Elliot is presented with his fairy tale moment, with another woman?
I devoured this book within 24 hours. 5/5 stars with 3/5 steam. Have pre-ordered the paperback (due out August 26th) which I can't wait to reread in the future! Thanks again Tee for an addictive steamy romance!
This book was amazing!! Absolutely hysterical seriously. Elliot and Kate seriously make the funniest couple with some serious chemistry!! The part at his estte with the anmals made me lol and the GG comment in his letter. I enjoyes this book so much. They were so good together and the ending was amazing!!
This is my first book by this author, so I have not read the earlier books in this series. We have an enemies-to-lovers in the office here, both my jam.
Elliot and Kathryn have been at odds with each other for years. He is the CEO, she the Head of IT, so they have to work together but he actually offers her money to resign. Until he sees her on the office CCTV camera in a netball dress, dancing.
Kathryn has lost her parents in a car crash 7 years ago and still mourns their loss. She lives with a flatmate and they welcome a new (male) flatmate called Daniel, who is a personal stylist and choses Kathryn as his new project. She changes her appearance... and Elliot seems very interested. Which I mostly don't like, but here I accepted it.
Elliot has always been looking for The One and he is convinced he will know when he meets her. He is also entranced by the paintings of a certain female artist. When he gets feelings for Kate, he is not sure it is just temporary or that she is The One. As Kate and Elliot are also communicating via a dating app under aliases, this is an integral part of the plot.
This book has so many funny scenes and I loved the banter between Elliot and his brothers, the whole animal thing and the steamy interactions between the main characters. There were several 'fate' references and this all comes together nicely in the end. I do think Elliot is a bit immature for his age in certain things but I loved the things he did in the end to win Kate back.
Overall a good story and I look forward to reading more of this author.
This was an epic read. Just full of angst and feels. I was swooning page after page. Elliot was so driven, cold and dreamy. I loved the complexity of his character. His flaw was his undoing and his heart. Pinkie ie Katheryn Landon was witty, smart and most of all real. I love the layers of these characters. The side characters offered depth and comedy. It was overall a great book. It ended properly with no stone unturned. It was also lovely to get an update about the other brothers.
So I guess Christopher is up next. Please make it age gap with a powerful and cunning woman.
I was so excited for this book because I really enjoyed the first 2 books (especially the second book in the series, the Takeover, about Tristan.) However, I admit that I became a little lost with this book. I still enjoyed it- there was some fun banter, a little bit of “you’ve got mail” twist and the animals. Those scenes made me laugh out loud. I also adored the scenes with the brothers all together. They also made me chuckle and I loved revisiting the brothers (the wives were less present).
That said, the weakest parts for me were the main couple. They hated each other but then one scene with Kate dressed up and dancing made all the difference? Seems shallow. Elliott had an anger problem and bother we’re quite immature. Case in point- they went to a work function and they couldn’t come out as a couple. Someone sat next to Kate and was talking to her so he decides he needs to make her jealous by flirting with someone else. He is in his mid 30s!
The inevitable falling out (typical of romance novels) was toeing the line of unacceptability. I’m not sure I would have taken him back. Again, this cemeteries around an immature notion of love. Overall, this is a 3.5 star
I have purchased the audiobooks for the last 2 books and will likely do so again for this book. Perhaps listening to it will make me like Elliot. My thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for an early copy!
5 "Extradinorary" Stars ... E I E I O
A fantastic addition to the series! I laughed, I swooned and I even shed some tears. I loved the way Kate stood up to Elliott ... she didn't let him get away with anything. She is so sarcastic! At the beginning I really didn't like Elliott AT ALL ... what a jerk the way he treated Kate ... well everyone really. But after awhile I warmed up to him as he is really a romantic at heart.The part where it was the morning of Elliott's birthday, I laughed soooo hard there were tears running down my face ... just wait till you read it (I won't say anymore on that because I don't want to spoil it for others). I loved the banter between the brothers ... very realistic.
Even though I LOVED this book ... Tristan is still my absolute favorite brother ... hands down! But don't get me wrong ... I would take any one of them ... lol!
Kate has worked for Miles Media for 7 years. Elliott and her have hated each other from the very first day. One night when Elliott is watching the security camera, he sees the back of a blond bombshell dancing in the photocopy room and he is shocked when she turns around ... Kate ... was she always that sexy? You know that fine line between love and hate? Well, it's about to be crossed.
I received an early copy courtesy of Amazon Publishing UK through NetGalley in exchange for a honest review,
Miles High!
The following ratings are out of 5:
Romance: ♥️🖤💙💜💛
Heat/Steam: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Story/Plot: 📙📕📗📘📙
World building: 🌎🌏🌍🌎🌍
Character development: 🤕🤬🤯😲🥰
Favorite Quote:
“This is what sex is supposed to be like.
Hot, hard, and sweaty.
Where the rules are: there are no rules.”
The heroine: Kate Landon (a.k.a. Pinkie Laroo) - an IT manager at Miles Media. Kate lost her parents six years ago and it affected her greatly, she basically shut down her emotions. She is afraid of getting too close to people for fear that they will die and leave her broken-hearted.
The Hero(es): Elliot Miles (a.k.a. Edgar Moffatt) - CEO of the London and German divisions of Miles Media. His brother Christopher works with him at the London office and his two other brothers Jameson and Tristan work at the New York office. Elliot doesn’t date because every time he has in the past, the paparazzi follows him around and posts everything about his relationships which ends up scaring any “real” girls away. He has been dubbed “Casanova” Miles by the press.
The story: Kate and Elliot have worked together for years but always hated each other and fought like crazy. But when Miles is checking out the security feeds one night to see where in the building his brothers are, he comes across a feed of Kate in a short red netball dress dancing in front of a copy machine and feels something for the first time in years.
The interactions between Elliot and Kate are amusing and some are super steamy. I like that the books in this series are long and there are plenty of intimate scenes. Elliot is hot, demanding and dominant and I really liked him. He is also a romantic at heart, which isn’t always a good thing since he thinks that despite the feelings he is having for Kate, she is not “the one”.
Elliot’s romantic heart tells him that when he meets “the one”, he will immediately know it from the first time he sees her. Like he will feel the earth move or something and just know. Since he felt nothing more than annoyance for years after meeting Kate, he thinks he just wants her for her body.
The story was really good and I just loved the fact that they were constantly messaging one another anonymously on a dating site and through that, Kate got more insight into what Elliot was feeling since she was aware from very early on that her friend Edgar was in fact Elliot.
There was a lot of back and forth about their relationship in this book, but I guess I like that more in some books than in others. I don’t know why it bothers me sometimes when the story alternates between fighting and making up, between uncertainty and steamy scenes, but I enjoyed it all in this book and I will most definitely be waiting for Christopher Miles’s story next.
I voluntarily read & reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts & opinions are my own.
Thank you netgalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Unfortunately I could not get into this novel largely due to misogynistic male lead, Elliot. He's rude, insufferable, arrogant and so incredibly disrespectful to the heroine. When he finds a security footage of her dancing provocatively he turns stalkish. KAT needed to file a sexual harassment charge against himnot fall in love with him. Just couldn't stomach the rest of it.
** Review for ARC copy through NetGalley**
Ok so I read the Stopover and TheTakeover so fast and are it up! Then was so sad I couldn’t read Cassanova as it wasn’t released. But oh the surprise once I saw it on NetGalley!
So thankful that I received a copy because I couldn’t wait! And let me tell you it did not disappoint!
Elliot was everything! And it typical Miles Brother’s fashion he did frustrate me at times but his development and his heart sucked me in. My boy was simping hard by the end!
Kate was so fascinating. I loved see her open herself up again and because the person she wanted to be and find the life she wanted.
We have:
-Hate to Love
-Rivals-to-Lovers
-Workplace romance
-Jealous dancing
-Angry confessions
-GROVEEEEELLLLL
-plot twists!!!
- so much more
The over arcing theme of “Are things meant to be or are they simply a matter of circumstances?”was always pulling threads at all my theories. Deciding between what you think you want and what is meant for you.
Their romance developed so differently from the other books and yet it made me love it so much more. I laughed and I cried. I even had to stop and tan myself from some of the spicey scenes!
And don’t get me started on the rest of the Miles Brother’s and their families cameos! My heart was full I was so happy!!
Absolutely loved it!
This is hard book to rate. I really enjoyed Kate's character. She is strong, loving, and witty. Her past grief has sort of stunted her relationships and this book is about her moving forward. With the help of her flatmates she starts down that path. I would give her 4/5 stars because she was great. Elliott was hard to like. He makes bad decisions, has these high expectations on how Kate should be when it comes to me, and it was annoying. In the end, I didn't really feel he deserved Kate.
TL Swan has done it again! I absolutely LOVED this book! The Takeover has been my favorite thus far in the Miles High Club series but I think Elliot (The Casanova) may be my new favorite Miles. It starts as an enemies to lovers and I was living for the witty banter and blooming romance between Kate Landon and Elliot. Once I started reading this I could not put it down. The characters were complex and the plot twist had my jaw on the floor. It had me laughing out loud multiple times and I adored all of their witty banter back and forth throughout the book. The story is swoon worthy, heartwarming, and spicy in the BEST way and I 10/10 recommend picking it up, or any book in this series for that matter! I can't wait for the next installment :)
Jameson ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Tristan... History repeats itself... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Elliot... History RE-repeats itself... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Damn, when the Miles brothers fall in love, they fall hard and they love even harder...
T. L. Swan just abso-fucking-lutely nailed the story of the third Miles brother. This book is sizzling, it is captivating, it is sexy, it is downright hilarious (really, REALLY hilarious), it is emotional, it is steamy... Basically, it was pure Swan magic!
Elliot is a Miles. Rich beyond sense, sexy, arrogant, and a Casanova. Apart from all these, he is also a dreamer, he is sentimental, he is thoughtful, and a true believer in destiny. Be prepared to not be prepared for him. I wanted to throw my kindle on the wall because of him and also to snuggle with it, again because of him. Kathryn now is everything he needed and hoped for, but never believed he would have wanted... She is sassy, and she is strong and vulnerable. And whilst he told her he wanted "extraordinary", she was it! Ordinary yet exactly the extraordinary he was looking for!
What starts as a hateful work relationship between Elliot and Kathryn, turns into a friends-with-benefits arrangement, and without (Elliot) realizing it, this arrangement turned into an intense, strong, karmic, destined, great love story.
Five amazing stars for The Casanova. I devoured this book so fast, i literally could not put it down. It is a definite page-turner as all of Swan's books are. Elliot and Kathryn were amazing together... From their banter to their full-on fights, their amazing and earth-shuttering sex, and from their intimacy to the off-the-charts chemistry between them, everything was masterfully crafted. Very few authors manage to make me feel extremely hot at one moment and then to burst out laughing 5 minutes later. Or to "hate" and be angry at a certain hero (khm khm Elliot) whilst also getting goosebumps from him and wanting to devour him.
I can't wait to see history RE-re-repeating itself and the fourth and last Miles brother also capturing my heart, mind, and soul.
A big thank you also to NetGalley, thank you, thank you, thank you for giving me the opportunity to dive into this long-anticipated gem early on! You rock!!!
This should come as no surprise if you have read my reviews of the first two books of this series, but I loved this book!!! For the first half, I thought ok it’s really good but nowhere as good as the first two. But then bam, the second half did me in. I don’t think anything will ever trump Tristan for me but man, did I end up falling for Elliot. I loved the little plot details like the farm animals, the emails and those letterssss! The last 20-30% of this book is straight gold! The resolution had my like 🤯 and then 😍.
TL Swan’s writing style is so addictive. She knows how to draw you in, break your heart and then put it back together in the most enjoyable way.
Christian Miles is next. I think we got a little “Easter egg” and I predict the final book with be called “The Do Over”. Can’t wait but also don’t want this series to be over!!
Thank you to NetGalley for an e-ARC in exchange for my honest review. Mark your calendars, pub date is 8/26!
This ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
I will never get enough of these books! Mr. Elliot Miles is a grumpy hotshot CEO, Kathryn is an IT wiz who works for his company…and oh yeah, they DESPISE each other. Man this book was literally gold. Enemy’s to lovers is the all time best romance trope and you won’t change my mind. I just love these books, the Miles brothers are literally some of my favorite characters of all time. And can I just say, Elliot and his ducks just made my heart so happy I almost peed reading it. Ugh so good. Watching Elliot and Kate fall for each other was just so sweet and I ate it up, and the TWIST…man straight fire. Everyone needs to read this book, hell everyone needs to read all these books, they are amazing!!
T L Swan genuinely never disappoints. Her books are front and center in my must-read list. The Casanova is such a wonderful addition to The Miles High Club series.
Elliot Miles is the CEO of Miles Media UK and Kathryn Landon is their computer analyst. They both despise one another, but things take a turn. This romance is spicy, swoon-worthy, and absolute goals. There is no lack of chemistry between these two. Every twist and turn was well thought out and added to the intensity of the book. Happy to say this book most definitely lives up to the hype.
Thank you NetGalley & the Author for this ARC review.
Honestly this book is nothing like the others, but that's what makes it so good! I loved Jameson and Tristan's books & was so excited to read Elliot's book. In Tristan's book the author hints at his obsession with an artist.
Enemies to lovers, Elliot and Kate are known to bicker and butt heads at work but where did that spark come from all of a sudden??? Kate has a hard couple of years & with her friends help, she is finally thinking about finding herself again. Elliot is a hopeless romantic that despises the media and has a slight communication problem.
I was skeptical at first about this book because it seemed SO different than the other two books in the series. But then I devoured this book in less than 24 hours!! I could not put it down. When I wasn't reading it, I was thinking about reading it and what was going to happen next. The storyline was unbelievable, so many twists & turns, It will definitely keep you on your toes the entire time. Oh and all the feels with this book - I was happy, mad & swoony multiple times throughout the book. You won't be disappointed with this book, I promise.
Thank you to Netgalley for the opportunity to read The Casanova by TL Swan.
First of all, I love this author and I've loved this series. The Miles brothers are kind of book boyfriend perfection!
This was an enemies-to-lovers office romance with funny banter and lots of steam!
Kate and Elliot started off with a rocky hateful relationship that quickly turned physical and down right sweet.
Elliot is a romantic at heart and a true believer in fate and Kate was feisty enough to put up with Elliot's temperament. I loved these two together. Kate's sister was an interesting piece to this book that made for an unexpected plot twist.
I REALLY enjoyed it! I definitely recommend this book and the entire series.
*I received this ARC from NetGalley for an honest review.*
I have a mix of emotions about this book. The reason is because I loved , loved The stopover and Takeover, so my expectations were very high.
Don’t get me wrong, Elliot is like the others Miles we know, handsome, grumpy and bossy but the plot was confusing for me.
When I finished book 2, Elliot was the brother who loves art, and I thought the line was there but I was wrong.
This is an enemy to lovers, work proximity kind of romance.
The banter, fights and strong dialogues between this two was fun, but I kind of not believe the way Elliot finds Kate attractive.
There were parts very very funny, I laugh out loud like book 1, and of course the sex, hot steamy scenes were absolutely perfects.
I think my problem was that, it was a long book, and on many parts, the story were not believable.
Overall though, it’s still a good read.
This book really surprised me how good it was. Elliot Miles is absolutely my favorite brother. I love that he’s the grumpy one that’s actually soft and a secret romantic. I love the workplace, enemies to lovers banter and romance. I thought they matched each other so perfectly. I loved the paced, steam and action in every page. I thought the author really outdid herself with this book and the twists and turns were interesting, the conflict was well done and solved itself in a good pace so overall. Great book!
What a treat to get to meet Elliot and Kate a little early! This is book 3 in the 4 book Series; The Miles High Club by Tee. Elliot runs the London office of Miles Media and is the demanding, grumpy boss. Kate is in IT and is the nerdy girl, who lives to got to battle with Elliot. They hate each other at the start and the back and forth between them is funny AF. Some of the put downs are just hilarious. The sarcasm is strong in this one and it called to the Brit in me. Kate’s dejected by her lack of love life and so she joins a dating app. She makes a friend but when Elliot starts looking at her with heat and announces he finds her vulnerability appealing, she starts to wonder if her new online pal is actually her boss!
There are so many funny moments in this book and I was here for all of it. The funnies, the feels and the menagerie of pets! Billy is so freaking funny. There are cameos from Jameson and Tristan from books 1 and 2 and the scene where they knock on wood will have you cracking up. As we learn more about Elliot’s sensitive side you can’t help but feel for him and his need to keep his private life private. Kate reveals Elliot’s gooey centre layer by layer and slowly falls in love with the man he keeps hidden from the outside world. There is international travel, hot office moments, a runaway goat and some gorgeous love letters. They finally get their happily ever after and even though I laughed so hard throughout this book it left me feeling warm and fuzzy at the end. Tee not only makes you giggle but pulls on your heart with how their story unfolds. Classic dry humour mixed with funny but complex characters, set in hilarious situations. What more could you want? You can’t go wrong with Tee’s books and I did not see that plot twist coming at the end. I LOVE A GOOD PLOT TWIIIIIIIIIIIIIST!!!!!!!
What an amazing 6 star story this was. I devoured this page turner while relaxing on the beach.
Elliott can’t tolerate Kate, his IT manager. It’s hate for both of them. There’s a fine line between love and hate. They are about to find out how thin that line is.
This was a fun, highly entertaining read that had me reading non stop while lounging on the beach. I loved everything about this story. It was addicting and captivating. It was funny at times. Bottomline this is a must read.
Standalone told in a dual POV with an HEA. I strongly recommend this story.
The Casanova is the third book in the Miles High Club series by T.L. Swan. I have read the first two books, but you don't necessarily have to read this series in order. Each book will stand alone. That being said, I liked this one, but I didn't love it. There were some really cute parts which include ducks and goats, as well as plenty of steamy parts that I didn't really care about. I am still interested in this series and will probably go ahead and read the next one when it comes out. This review is based on my personal opinion. There are many people who truly love this book. I recommend it if you like contemporary romance with the rich boss trope.
My sincere thanks to Amazon Publishing UK and NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read this book and give my unbiased opinion of it.
<The ARC copy of this book was provided by NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK in exchange of an honest review>
Kate's as well as Elliot's profile for the dating app was hilarious.
I didn't enjoy this book as much as I predicted I would. It had no character development. It was steamy. I'll give you that. But I feel like it should've been ended at around 50% mark. Would've been at least a four star read for me then. I hate unnecessary artificial dramas for the sake of prolonging a book. Believe me, this book was full of it. It definitely had the potential. Writing style was good. However, I'm reluctant to read any more books of this author. Because she didn't really make a good impression. I'm glad I didn't pick up the previous books of this series. Not gonna read those ever. Overall, I wish it was an enjoyable read. Honestly, this was one of those book where I actually didn't want a happy ending. And I'm a sucker for happy endings.
Miss Pinkie Leroo and Edgar Moffatt♥️
After reading the blurb and the previous books in this series I thought that I had some idea what this book was going to be about, but I was completely wrong and pleasantly surprised.
I thought that Tristan from The Takeover was a big child but he is nothing compared to Elliot. But there’s just something about heroes like that that you can’t help but love, and I really, really love T.L. Swan’s heroes. There were more than few times when he was driving me crazy with his actions and behavior but I couldn’t help swooning over him when he was being all protective and jealous and when he showed his kind and charming side.
Kate was incredible. When I first started reading this book I didn’t like her very much and was convinced that I would start hating her but that quickly changed.
I more than loved the chemistry and banter between Kate and Elliot and how they started from hating each other and arguing every single chance they got to being inseparable.
There were many things I loved about their relationship but at the same time, there were some I didn’t like and I couldn’t shake the feeling like something was missing. Still, they were made for each other and I enjoyed reading about them.
Like with other books in this series there were a lot of hilarious, streamy, heartwarming scenes and of course amazing secondary characters. The Casanova was a beautifully written enemies-to-lovers story and I loved it!
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review✨
I'll admit it, when I heard that this book was going to be released, I Googled until my heart couldn't take it anymore. A blurb. A hint. Anything! I just needed to know something to satisfy that curiosity. I have read both of the previous books in the Miles High Club, but I don't remember having this much excitement over them. For The Stopover, I remember the basics, and that's about it. A year passed, The Takeover was released, and Tristan Miles instantly became my favorite brother. There was just something about his story with Claire that resonated within me. Claire didn't see herself in the same light that Tristan did, and he fought for her against all reasonable odds. To say that I had such high hopes for this book was an understatement.
Elliot "Casanova" Miles is the third in line to the Miles Media empire. Like he mentions, his options are limited in the US, so he decides to CEO the UK branch. It's not so bad, except that the press hounds him as a celebrity when all he wants to do is keep his private life... private. It's ironic that it's the media that nicknames him Casanova Miles. Now, with a name like that you would instantly think of someone smooth like butter. A real ladies man that just knows how to lay on that charm. I personally thought that the fantasy was better than the reality. Sure, on the surface, he's every woman's wet dream, but underneath, I found him lacking and riddled with insecurity and self-doubt. He exhibited typical jerk behavior of someone who thought they were god's gift and could do no wrong. He even commits an unforgivable relationship sin and never owns or apologizes for it. There are redeemable qualities within him along with several awww moments, but I am not sure they were strong enough to make an indestructible case on why he's the best choice for Kate.
Kathryn Landon can't stand her boss. It's been seven years, and he still goes out of his way to avoid her. I am pretty sure that if I was in her shoes, I would have given up much sooner due to a hostile work environment. I think that sums up a lot about her character. She's not a doormat, but she doesn't fight back either. She just numbs the pain and moves on, never dealing with the initial conflict. In essence, she's just been worn down. When a new roomie moves in, Kate starts to reconnect with her old self, the girl that actually lived life. For the most part, I liked Kate. I just thought she got the short stick on almost every situation.
I think what bothers me the most about these two characters is that I am not sure they have a healthy relationship. I am also not sure that after all of their good and bad times, that the heartbreak was worth the happy ending. I really felt like these two had so much personal growth that should have been explored on their own. For two professional adults, they seemed to interact like bratty children. I'll still stick with Tristan.
As the follow up to The Takeover this book had some big shoes to fill, expectations were high after that stunning five star read. I must say T.L. Swan did not disappoint. The sparks fly off the page between Kate and Elliot, but their road to happiness is paved with boulders, topped with magma rock, and a few flying cows for good measure. The sweet build up to this happy relationship endeared me to the pair and the ultimate test of their relationship BROKE MY HEART right alongside theirs. Watching them learn how to navigate their own lives as well as their newfound feelings toward one another was breathtaking.
Heartfelt. Spicy. Dramatic. REAL.
Kate is the IT manager for Miles Media and relishes being snarky with her perceivably unlikable boss Elliot, who gives it back in spades, until something shifts in the air and he is seeing her through new lens. Simultaneously , and in contrast to her interactions with Elliot, Kate has been exchanging emails with Edgar and the banter is refreshing and enlightening. Not to give any spoilers away but the contents of those emails determine how the rest of the story unfolds. Kate's character was admirable, neurotic but resolute , and as unlikely as it seemed ,Elliot was appealing and delightful and so endearing in his pursuit of her when he flubbed the relationship. The addition of the farm animals was a welcome side bar to the story. The book was erotic, entertaining, hilarious and serendipitous and I loved every page of it. TL Swan is a prolific and engaging writer. Thanks to Netgalley and everyone else involved in bringing this ARC to us.
Move on over Tristan & Jameson, Elliot is my new man! I have never read a series where I am in love with every single brother. Yeah, yeah I know I am weird and sometimes fall in love with just one brother or all but one. Let me tell you, just like the other books in this series IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT! Not going to lie, I didn’t think anyone could top Tristan or his book but it did! I’m just sorry it had to end ! Giving it the full ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you @netgalley & @tlswan for my advanced reader copy! The Casanova comes out on August 26th!
“All those years, all that time . . . it was you."
FAVORITE book in the series thus far! I absolutely loved Elliot and Kate's story. Again I was cracking up at different parts throughout; seeing Elliot so out of his element was hilarious! I love the enemies to lovers vibes, and the progression of the story was great. These two have great banter, chemistry, and are just so sweet together. Elliot is a dirty talking sweetheart! I really felt the emotions and the angst and everything! This book made an unexpected turn and I love how it played out. I don't want to give anything away, just simply loved everything about this book 🥰 I could not put this down, and I stayed up WAY past my bedtime to finish it, because I knew I wouldn’t be able to sleep if I didn’t finish it. Can't wait to find out what is in store for the final Miles brother!
A Fantastic enemies-to-lover story, perfect for those who believe in faith and soulmates.
Eliot Miles, CEO of the London office of Miles Media, is a rude, rich, arrogant, cold womanizer. Or at least that's what Kate, IT manager of the London Miles Media believes. So when Eliot started being nice towards her, Kate doesn't know what to make of him.
I absolutely LOVED this book! Eliot and Kate's chemistry was incredible!. Moreover, their relationship was base on so much more than just fiscal attraction. I enjoyed watching Kate and Eliot, as they build their friendship, and I loved their online banter!
Frankly, my only complaint is that I wanted to see more of Eliot's new animals - they were just so adorable!
I was provided an ARC in exchange for my honest review
4.5 Stars
"Elliot Casanova Miles is the great love of my life, and I don't know how it worked out that way, but I honestly don't think I can go on without him. I wouldn't want too."
Loved this enemies to lovers office romance from TL Swan. I really enjoyed all the slow burn vibes and the chemistry between these two! Elliot and Kate have orbited (and disliked each other at work for years but all of a sudden a spark ignites between them which they both try to resist. I really loved Elliot as he was a bit more beta than his brothers but still brought all the swoon. And Kate was a great balance for him with her blend of feistiness and vulnerability. The romance really picks up about 30% into the book and had me falling head over heels for these two. I also loved the humor and banter with these two as they tried to pretend that they weren't falling in love. And of course loved the fateful twists that brought these two together. Love me the Miles brothers!
I absolutely love all things TL Swan! I have been waiting for this book since I finished The Takeover and The Stopover, and it was everything I had been hoping for and more! Elliott and Kate were everything! I loved their chemistry and the connection that they were developing! Seeing them go from enemies to lovers was so much fun and I seriously couldn't get enough! There was tons of steam, sweetness and humor here and it was exactly the perfect mix of all of them! Just like everything I have read from Swan, I never wanted this one to end. If you haven't checked out this series yet, you are seriously missing out! The Miles brothers are not to be missed! Can't wait for more!
**ARC Provided by NetGalley**
Thank you NetGalley so I could read this book before it was released. Also to Stacy for giving me the heads up!!
This is one of my favorite TL Swans series. I loved Both books before and as for this one it was good. I loved Elliot but Kate was very whiny to me. I wish she stood up for herself more. Glad the kids were back in this book. They are hysterical. Can not wait to read Christopher’s book next!
*I received an ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.*
Wow. T.L Swan did not disappoint! I was hooked from beginning to end. This was book was steamy, romantic, and funny. Elliot and Kate have worked together for years and can NOT stand each other. The banter between them was hilarious and the tension gave me butterflies. When do Elliot and Kate start to cross the enemy line and become lovers? Well, I don't like to spoil so you need to read this book to find out! But let me tell you the journey is romantic, jaw-dropping, and adorable. The plot is about finding your soul mate and all the ups and downs that come with it. If you love office romance, enemies to lovers, plot twists, and steam read this book!
At first I was like “what happened to the quality?”. Something was just not sucking me in at first like TL Swan’s books normally do! I was very disappointed in the beginning because I had a hard time liking the characters Elliot made me want to punch him and Katheryn sounded like the coworker from hell.
If you’re reading this you’ve probably read books 1 + 2 first, so you’ve fallen in love with Jameson and Tristan, Elliot is 9 times more abrasive than those two combined and it was hard for me to care for him because it didn’t seem like he had a redeeming quality. HOWEVER after the first few chapters my heart for Elliot grew 9 times it’s size, you really just have to get over the hump and then it’s so easy to care for these characters.
You know how some romance novels get annoying because they seem to keep arguing about the same thing and you’re like “okay get past it alreaaaady”, this book didn’t do that and I appreciated it so much
Another great read by T.L. Swan. She gives Alpha males the best heroines and it's always a great book to watch an Alpha loose his mind when he falls in love. Elliot and Kate have so much heat between them and their back and forth fights make the flames even hotter. The only problem I found with this book is it was so good, I couldn't put it down and that made it over far too fast! I can't wait to read it again and again just like the rest of her books!
The Casanova was another excellent addition to this series and the TL Swan collection! Kate is head of IT for Miles media and for years has had a hate relationship with her boss Elliot. Elliot feels the exact same way until one day he catches Kate in a sport uniform and suddenly views her in a different light. After some awkward back and forth with barbs and vulnerability by both they eventually agree to a friend's with benefits relationship but even from the first encounter there's far too much to just label it something so superficial. Add in a mystery painter, anonymous dating app messages and some feral ducks and this book will make you laugh while feeling all the angst TL writes so beautifully. Miles felt like a breath of fresh air for alpha heroes in general, having a vulnerable and romantic side deep beneath that hard exterior. Kate is stubborn and still grieving the loss of her parents while deciding to live again. But she knows how to soothe the beast in Elliot whenever he appears. I definitely empathize with her frustrations and the journey she took throughout the novel. There of course is a high steamy level and witty banter knocking this book out of the park. I would definitely buy and reread this book!
- I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review -
The third book of the Miles High series didn't disappoint. I laughed a lot and had a fun time reading it. Since the second book of the series, The Takeover, ended with a teasing introduction of Elliot, the casanova with a heart beating for art, I was truly intrigued how his story would go.
Although I enjoyed reading it, I cannot give five stars because, for me, it's not at the same level as the Stopover and the Takeover. I missed the character development that could be seen in the first two books.
Would recommend it for anyone who is looking for a light read that brings a smile to your face.
Elliot and Kathryn carried "The Casanova" in a way that made this book the best in the series (in my humble opinion). The last 25% are PERFECT, including a plot twist that made me both love and hate Elliot. Kathryn is my favorite kind of female lead. She is bold, determined and doesn't allow anyone to take advantage of the love she is willing to give. When I thought this HEA was too unbelievable, the ending gave me everything I want in the ending of such a novel. The banter, the chemistry, the drama made this story binge-worthy (all the books in this series are TBH).
I was actually excited about this book because the heroine sounded fabulous and she was was! She was clever and funny and sassy and didn't take anything from anyone especially the hero... for about 150 pages, then she became an spineless giggling mess doormat heroine like every heroine in this series. I was so upset. I wanted my bada** Kate back! For the rest of the book she didn't acted like herself and that made me super upset. After that this book hit 50% I was done but I kept going because I refused Kate was going to remain spineless but I was proven wrong.
Now, I thought the hero was trash at first, but then he went and outdid himself and became a dumpster. This guy is a jerk with zero redeemable qualities (there was really no growth in this book tbh). I kept thinking how cab this person be related to Christopher and Tristan? Smh.
Anyway, I really really really wanted to liked this book and I did for 30% of it but choices were made and I didn't agree with those choices and here we are.
*Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for the chance to read this book in exchange for an honest review*
"The Casanova" is a romance in which our hero is the boss in a company where our heroine also stars. Naturally, they hate each other. Naturally, well, that changes.
So far, it's pretty much what you'd expect of this sort of set up. That said, "The Casanova" (poorly titled, by the way; it is too generic to describe the plot or characters well) gets most of its charm from humorous diversions into the hero's acquisition of a farm and its animal residents. Their story was what really made the book sparkle.
I absolutely love the Miles brothers and Elliot stole my heart. I love how each brother brings something amazing to their story, and our leading lady Kate was fantastic. I must read if you are a enemies to lovers fan and of course the angst..... "chiefs kiss"
The C by T.L. Swan is the third instalment in this serial. Kate has had a bad day, her boss isn't the nicest, but her new pen pal seems to be a good one. And now the Hero shows, Elliot Miles, her hmm sorry not sorry no spoilers here. Only so much, this is a romance novel of its finest with everything I love in a great lovestory, drama, action, danger, fast paced, packed with characters you can easily connect with. 4,5 stars.
The Casanova has certainly lived up to my expectations for a TL Swan book! This book has something for everyone..it has characters you will fall in love with, it has all the humor and the wittiness we have come to expect, but it also has all the anguish we know we will experience as we follow along on Elliot's and Kate's journey. The Mr. series has been a rollercoaster ride and I can not wait for the next ride!
4.5 fated stars! This is my first book by TL Swan but it won't be my last. I am going to be reading the first two of the series now, I already downloaded book one!
Kate and Elliot are enemies. she's the annoying computer geek that thinks she knows everything and he is the ahole alpha boss that can't stand someone thinking they are smarter than him. For seven years they fight and look at each other with disdain, until one night Elliot sees Kate on the security cameras and can't stop watching. He's crazy to have these feelings about someone he hates, right?
Kate can't stand Elliot Miles. He is arrogant, cold and a player. All the things that she can't stand (and let's face it, if you know me, I can't stand those things either). One night while drunk, she creates a fake dating profile and oddly enough, connects to someone with an obviously fake profile too. They start an online friendship and soon Kate realizes that it's her surly boss on the other end, and he is oddly sweet and romantic and has a bigger heart than she could have ever imagined.
This book is LONG, but I also read it in one sitting so that should tell you something right there. I wasn't ready to let go of these characters long enough to put the book down. Kate and Elliot wormed their way right into my heart. There were aspects of the book I thought were a little odd, and things I would have loved to happen differently, and times that I was mad at both of them, but in the end as mad as I was with a certain character's actions, I would have done the same thing. If you believe in fate, soul mates and that things happen for a reason, you will love this one. I know I did. I couldn't wait to figure out the twists so I could get to the HEA.
Thank you to TL Swan, Netgalley and Amazon Publishing UK for an early copy.
I love the Miles brothers. My favourite is still Tristan, and I didn't expect to like Elliot so much but I loved this story and all its twists and turns. The story follows Elliot, and his coworker Kate. They start off hating each other and develop a relationship that is sweet and steamy and really beautiful. I confess that I kind of foresaw some of the 3rd act issues, but it was still quite an interesting twist to the story and made it come full circle for me. I am really looking forward to reading about Christopher, the remaining brother.
Kathryn is an independent woman and has been for many years. But a new roommate sparks some sparks into her dull life and someone quickly takes notice of her slight changes. Elliot is apart of Miles Media and in charge of the London office. he also has a penchant for art and fancies he will one day get his happy ever after. However, things quickly change as his arch nemesis becomes interesting- maybe even an obsession... But is it too good to be true or is grass greener on the other side?
I absolutely loved this installment! It was an easy read that sucked me in and made my heart stop in anticipation. There were times I swooned and others I wanted to cry! I would rate this a 5 out of 5! Hot, hot hot! Jalapeño hot!
Netgalley provided this ARC for a fair and honest review.
𝐑𝐄𝐕𝐈𝐄𝐖 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊: THE CASANOVA.
𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐑𝐄: CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE.
𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐏𝐄: BILLIONAIRE HERO, ENEMIES TO LOVERS, OFFICE ROMANCE.
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Gahhhhhhhh!!! Another book in the TL SWAN bookiverse that I absolutely adored with my whole heart and soul....Eliot ...oh my...Eliot...
Elliot Miles, a Billionaire and a danger to women's hearts...men respects and envy him, every women falls at his feet BUT a huge exception is Kathryn...
Kathryn's life is pretty mundane but her highlight is annoying her boss. They both hate eachother's guts but one glimpse of Kate dancing has Elliot changed his whole mindset. He starts seeing her in a new light and thats where begin their twisted love story.
After reading this book, let me just clear this up that no one writes enemies to lovers as entertaining as TL SWAN... there was animosity, hatred but man... there was some connection and hots too.... they repel eachother yet their hearts attracts inevitably.
The secondary characters were so intriguing too and added charms to the overall story..Daniel😍...Other members of the Miles club also made an entry here and I was all fangirling for Tristan😋🔥...this book had a 10+ stars from me for all the laugh out moments, Kate and Elliot sure made a great pair. And the hot scenes...wowzah!
Definitely recommending this book...⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐😏...its hilarious, very entertaining and some of the best plot twist I ever read.
Ugh yes, I love the Miles brothers! The Casanova was just perfection! I have been so excited for Elliot's book and I was not disappointed. This was an enemies to lovers but also had some soul mate/meant to be elements! Elliot is definitely a grump and he kind of stays that way, but Kate knows how to handle him and they are just perfect together. You get to see a lot of the other Miles brothers too, which I adored. If you loved the first two Miles brothers books, you will love this one too!!!
I was so excited to read The Casanova early, I am obsessed with this series!
I didn’t think anyone would match my love for Tristan but man, Elliot may have just done it.
This book was everything I wanted and more! It was funny, great banter, sexy and just all around fantastic!
You get enemies to lovers, office romance, a sexy alpha and an heroine that stands strong and holds her own.
Kathryn and Elliot had a mutual hate for one another yet she was never intimidated by Elliot, she would give as much as she got.
Elliot has a reputation as a playboy - the media has labeled him Casanova. He doesn’t “date” in the public eye and it still looking for the one to come along.
One night he starts to see Kate in a different light and they both figure they will give it a go and both get a mutual satisfaction out of it.
The chemistry between these two was hot!
The banter was perfect and the appearance with the Miles family/brothers was laugh out loud good!
I loved the ride I was taken on during this story and 100% would recommend. 5 star read for sure!
Thank you so much NetGalley for the ARC.
I have always loved T L Swan and this book definitely lived up to my expectations! I loved the characters and the spicy scenes were so good. I can’t wait to read more of her work!
Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for this arc in exchange for my honest review. #TheCasanova #NetGalley.
3,5 🌟
It was my 1st beach read for this summer🏖️ and it was a nice surprise.
I loved the fact that I laughed so much, to be honest I didn't expect it!!
Casanova is a well written romantic sweet reading with a sexy alpha and a lot of steamy scenes!
This is book three in The Miles High Club Series and it is Eliot and Kate's story and omg I laughed and I cried and this book is a must read. Eliot runs Miles Media and the biggest game of his life is Kathryn who is there IT designer and she is good at her job but she is also a witch that makes his life and job more difficult every single day. Kate has worked for Miles Media for seven years and she enjoys her job all except for Eliot Miles who is her boss and even though he is handsome and can have any woman that he wants but Kate can't stand him and they are constantly at each other's throats as he is a arrogant and rude man after all she should know. When Eliot and Kate start spending time together the closer and stronger there bond became but what happens next will change everything for them and leave them floundering. I absolutely loved this book and I laughed so much at the animals in Eliot's new house as they were real rebels that had you wishing that you were there seeing everything that happens and there were some emotional situations that I couldn't help but Dr at as you felt like you were there going through everything yourself. This story was absolutely amazing and I can't wait to read the next book. T. L. Swan is an amazing author and writer and she certainly knows how to keep her reader's attention and on the edge of their seats wondering what else would happen. I definitely recommend you read this book and others by her and you will definitely not be disappointed as her books are definitely worth reading.
I Voluntarily Reviewed an Arc Copy of this Amazing and Emotional Book.
Now that’s a sexy romance book and one of the best ones I’ve read in the last few years. Plenty of humor, plenty of sizzle. There were a few moments where I felt like I was on a roller coaster with their back and forth, on/off relationship it worked in the end. I knew the artist angle would work out exactly as it did but that worked for me.
I haven’t read the previous books in the series but you don’t need to in order to enjoy Elliott and Kate, Pinkie and Ed.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc.
I was in a book funk. I wanted a change of pace and I loved book 2. I forgot how much I loved this authors writing style. I enjoyed this so much. I adored “Kathryn” the mean IT director. She gave him as good or more. She always won those arguments. I laughed so much throughout this book. I enjoyed the family dynamics on both sides. I wished the book didn’t always focus on the brothers and not their wives. I wanted to peek into their happy marriages. I can’t wait until Christopher’s book. I have to go back and read a few more of her books. I highly recommend this book
A decent read. Elliot took a while to take seriously; starting with this PoV was less interesting than Kate's. I didn't feel as hooked as I usually am when it starts with the guy. Overall there were a lot of LOL maments and the romance was swoony.
A note on the ARC: It bothered me/my eyes that Elliot's POV was always bolded in the ebook version. It seemed an odd stylistic choice but might have contributed to being less invested in Elliot - I just wanted the bold face to stop.
This was my first T.L. Swan novel (and I am aware that this one is like the third book in the series), but I can definitely say it will not be my last. There are so many pieces of this book that I loved. First, I absolutely adore Kate; she is hilarious and really takes no BS from Elliot, which makes for some amazing banter between the two. I love that part of the book we get to see Elliot and Kate and how their relationship is built and progresses throughout the novel, but also that we get to see Pinkie and Edgar and how they open up to each other through their messages. I thought that this was a really creative and funny way to see the characters interact, and let me tell you, I was not expecting to actually laugh out loud while reading this book, but I did so multiple times! And what would a romance book be without some groveling? This delivers. The letters, the art, the ducks, and do not even get me started on the goat. I want my very own Elliot please and thank you! I am so happy I was able to get my hands on this book, I could not put it down.
The blurb is good for this book however the story is not good at all. It’s boring and when you have two strong willed people going against each other it’s really hard to relate to either character. We get to see spots of softness in their characters but over all it is a lot of what’s going on with them and not a lot of conversation between them.
What is wallball? Never heard of it and why would you want to wear a dress while playing?
There are some formatting issues when they text back and forth, I had no idea who was texting who. Super confused.
In the preface, there is a sentence that doesn’t make any sense, “Fine, see you at our Tuesday week.” What?
I need something I can relate to, something that will pull me into their lives and make me want to keep reading to see how this push and pull between them turns out. There was nothing I could relate to, nothing that tugged on my heart and made me want to be invested in this story or these characters. I just kept reading waiting for more insults and for her to walk away again and again.
In The Casanova, the 3rd book in T L Swan’s Miles High Club series, readers finally get to witness the romantic fall of Elliot Miles, the CEO of the London branch of Miles Media. Elliot knows three things for certain: he likes to keep his private life private, the fated love of his life is an artist and she’s out there waiting, and he absolutely can’t stand Kate, his head of IT. Well, at least Elliot thought he knew those three things. When things click into place for him and Kate, suddenly the years of fighting turn into weeks of pleasure neither one of them ever imagined. But just as Kate realizes she’s given her heart to Elliot, a commonality from both their pasts throws a wrench into their relationship. Now both Elliot and Kate will have to decide if their love is worth throwing away everything they thought they knew about relationships, or if they were fated to fail from the start.
I love T L Swan - her writing is always scorching hot, featuring tall, dark, and broody men that we can’t help but fall for. The Casanova is the third book in the Miles High Club series, but each book follows a different Miles brother and the series can be read out of order or as a standalone. There are minor references to the previous two brothers’ books/relationships, but nothing that impacts the story. I personally think that The Casanova is one of Swan’s best books. The leading man is sort of a perfect package in terms of fantasy heterosexual book men: he’s tall, dark, handsome, knows how to take charge, knows how to please a woman, and has a soft spot for the arts and romance. Having read several other T L Swan romances, I think Elliot is my favorite and most swoon-worthy by far. I also loved Kate and the leading lady. She was headstrong professionally but vulnerable in her private life; I think a lot of women can see themselves in someone like Kate. Swan definitely included quite a few ups and downs for this couple and it kept me turning the page, needing to see them find their happily ever after. I loved both Elliot and Kate as individual characters, but I also loved who they were when they were together. The Casanova just checked all the boxes for me in terms of contemporary romance.
Out of the three books in this series, this was definitely my least fave. The writing was sloppy. It was just a bunch of scenes strung together. There's barely any plot at all. The characters are very fun in the beginning when they banter all the time, but as soon as they're attracted to each other those personalities fly out the window. So stupid. The little plottwist at the end was very romantic. I'm giving this book 2 stars.
Actual - 4.5
This has been my favourite instalment of this series to date. You have an office romance that’s enemies to lovers, a strong and relatable female character in Kate, and a male character in Elliot that makes you angry and want to swoon over.
It was filled with hilarious banter, steamy scenes, hungry farm animals, a hopeless romantic, and lots of twists.
I fell in and out of love with Elliot along with Kate, and enjoyed the journey to get to the end. Excited for Christopher’s book, and love that more and more cameos happen the further into her world you go.
A perfect choice for all those who would like to read a book with a captivating storyline, amazing characters, and a great love story, intertwined with incredible sexual chemistry and uncensored banter to the very end, I would recommend "The Casanova" by T.L Swan, the third installation in the Miles High Club. A truly emotional journey that will lead you from LOL moments in one moment to a lump in your throat the next, this book checks all the boxes for me.
The story of Kate and Elliot - two enemies, two strong characters, who are strong on the outside and so fragile and gentle at the same side ... They looked at each other, once, twice .... Maybe they have been watching each other for an eternity, but they did not actually see one another... But one unplanned moment is enough to change the perspective, one moment that offers new horizons, unexplored emotions and belonging, the birth of uncontrolled passion, and a relationship that has an expiry date before it begins .... As the end approaches, the fear of losing something that should never have existed increases, the need to hold and cherish is too great, yet life brings delivers the ultimate curveball... But the laws of love are difficult to understand and follow, and destiny sometimes creates intertwined paths that no matter how hard we try we can not change ..... What does the future hold? What will happen when the hidden truths are revealed by secrets that neither of us even dreams of?
This author knows how to write stories that will delight me. Instead of looking for metaphors to describe things, she uses simple and precise words to describe situations, places, and characters. Instead of using an extremely subjective and modern way of experiencing events from the point of view of one character, she tries and succeeds in penetrating the subconscious of several characters, both main and less important. The main character Kate warmed my heart. An ambitious young lady who has many dreams in life, hidden behind the pain that tears her heart apart. She lives, steps slowly, for the world small actions, but mean everything to her. At times you think that you are Kate because of the real creation, which does not leave much to the imagination, and yet abounds with it. Such storytelling brings us back to reality in which the same thing can happen to you at any moment. The author leads you to the story in a great way and makes you feel every emotion, every fear, and joy. Eliot on the other hand is a character you simply have to love. A cruel and strong businessman, a man who lives his life the way he wants, and deeply hides vulnerability and romantic nature, which simply surprises us. Although at the beginning he deceives us with its undisguised indomitability, as we turn the pages, more and more we discover the depth of this amazing character who is simply looking for his piece of happiness. And as much as we do not want to, we understand and forgive his infamous choice. And his actions after the choice are so swoon-worthy. He is a perfect book boyfriend, right? Well, I have to say after Tristan, everyone else is just a faint copy of a perfect man for me. Eliot is everything, but he is not Tristan.
The pace that is imposed in the novel itself is perfect. This is what makes you not leave the book until you get to the last page. There are no unnecessary details - everything is in its place and where it should be. Although the book is written from the perspectives of the two main characters, the author still manages to impose a note of secrecy, which hides many important details throughout the story. The outcome of this book will open new horizons for you about what true chemistry is, what love is and what it is like to have something, then to lose it. The end will surprise you and after the last sentence, you will want to continue. You will witness how T.L Swan seamlessly connects things, events, and personalities that seem incompatible after all these events.
In short, the novel is great to read - and the end will be completely unexpected and so sweet!
I requested to read and review this book for free from Montlake and Amazon. This book has drama, romance, mystery, suspense. This book center around office interactions, mystery painter. Can love happen in the best 0r worst case scenario. Can romance be honest and real? Can a CEO find the answers that he wants to hear or can it be real? Infatications is it a real thing? Does it make it the for the best 0r the worst? This book is for a mature read but can be read anywhere!
Kate and Elliot are combustible, with each hating the other for the past seven years. Elliot is the CEO of the British branch of his family's business, Miles Media. From the day Kate started working there in the IT section, they have been at odds with each other. It was rather funny the way they actually spit fire at each other. Until Elliot sees Kate in a workout outfit, and sees the sexy, carefree person under dowdy, hateful woman he sees at work. Along the way, they both end up posting on a dating site, with outrageous answers to the questions and somehow find each other, and like each other.
I loved the way the story developed, especially since there were two point of views so I knew what both were thinking. Both grew in different ways as the relationship developed, and there were times when it was hilarious, and times when it was very sad, but the ending was very satisfactory.
I received an eARC of The Casanova from Amazon Publishing UK and NetGalley; this is my honest review.
The Casanova is the third book in The Miles High Club series and here we have the story of Elliot who is the CEO of the London office and Kate who works in the computer industry. I should start by saying that whenever I take this author 's books to read I know I 'll have a good laugh as I read , and in this book it wasn't different.
Elliot and Kate at first hate each other, he is an idiot towards her and she responds in kind. Their hit and return is fun even if a little unreal since we agree that only in a book for an employee to hit her boss like that. At the same time they hate each other personally, they both start corresponding through an app under false names and end up creating a nice friendship where they leave their vulnerable side on display, especially in Elliot's case.His relationship ends up changing after two events that occur in the book, and we see them giving in to their attraction to each other and that was my favorite moment in the book, seeing them gradually falling in love with each other.
Kate it was even my favorite character, the loss of her parents was difficult for her, and I think her relationship with Elliot made her open up again for her feelings, while knowing how to assert herself when necessary. Elliot was a good character too and it was interesting to see that he was a romantic to the heart, some of his decisions in his relationship with Kate pissed me off and at the end of the book one in particular made me want to hit him in the face.
The book also shows the relationship between the four Miles brothers, and I must say that when they got together it was for sure laughter. It was fun to see the dynamic and camaraderie between them. One particular scene in this book, of Elliot in his new house, made me laugh.
As I've commented in other reviews, the layout of this book is a bit tiring and I don't understand why his point is in bold, I always end up taking a little time to adjust my eyes when I jumped from one to the other.
Like her other books, here the author brings a light, fun, romantic story that captured my attention from the beginning.
Will extraordinary be what they are truly looking for …
I don’t do much contemporary romances, I even saw the first two going out, I was caught by the cover, read the blurb. And it was the same with this one, but this time, it clicked right.
And what a read it is, I could not put it down until I reached the last page.
First nothing is rushed, everything is developed at its right pace, and it is so layered, a multi level read. She brings to life flesh and blood flawed 3D characters, who love, hate, smile, cry and make mistakes. At one time, I wondered how would there be a Happily Ever After when things got screwed so much.
Elliot is no sweet boy, he does not play for game, only for win. He can do sweet talking but he has a dirty mind. Yet he is also very private and shares nothing of himself. Burned by his family’s fame, he flees the spotlights as much as possible.
He also has more than a temper, he burns hot and jumps at people throat. If pushed, he does not back down but attack. He snaps and bites, in life and in bed. And while he is free with his body, he is not with his affection, as behind all those growling and rough sensuality, there is a romantic soul, one who awaits its calling.
He wants extraordinary, and won’t settle for less.
Kate has forgotten how to live after the tragic accident that stole her parents. In some way, she locked herself inside her mind and since follows the flow, avoiding any deeper entanglement.
For seven years, she had had spiteful relationship with her boss, he is mean, she retaliates at the same level. In a sense he kept her grounded in her shoes. Until one day he looks at her differently as if he sees her, truly her not his IT manager.
But how can he when he thinks her infuriating.
I loved watching them going forward then stepping back, launching at each other, then making up, to explore when this between them could lead them. And while the chemistry and sex are off the charts, their affair struggle with the rule they and most particularly he has set from the beginning as never he thought he would want more than a few nights of sweating between the sheets and she is at loss between his two personas, the millions making boss and the sweet sexy dirty talker.
Of course, when things look good, it is normal at some point they go spiraling down, I just did not know how they could recover from such a blow.
It is there the author caught me, never rushing things up, offering them to sort thing out and heal.
A big fat 5 stars.
𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 hot hot hot
I have been granted an advance copy by the publisher Montlake, here is my true and unbiased opinion.
I only found T L Swan a month ago and have since read every single one of her books, every time I say that one was my favourite, I was so excited to read this as had just finished the two previous ones in the Miles family series.
Elliott is moody, works hard and plays hard, one of his staff Karhyrn hates him and they rub each other up the wrong way.
Then sparks appear between them and they both try to fight what is happening between them, it was never going to be easy and there are numerous hurdles. But Kate sees the real Elliot and by the end I was an emotional wreck!!!
What an absolutely fun book to read! Lol, This enemies to lovers’ book are one of the best I have read in a long time. This love story has great characters, a loyal family, plot twists I didn’t see coming, fierce best friends, farm animals, chemistry galore, and comic banter that will have you in hysterics. I could not put it down. I read straight through in one sitting.
Elliot and Kate work together at Miles Media, London office. From the first meeting, they absolutely cannot stand each other. One snarky comment after another, they are downright confrontational to each other no matter what the issue. Blinded by the tension between them, they don’t realize just how alike they really are. They’ve been around each other for years without knowing much about the other. He’s known as Casanova Miles and she is an IT nerd. But as fate would have it, one instant, one leap of faith can change the narrative.
I love the journey Elliot and Kate take to find their happily ever after. Each must grow and overcome the issues holding them back from love. This is not an easy ride for these two and you’ll need wine, tissues, and a sense of humor because as you are crying with one paragraph, wanting to punch a character in another, you’ll end up laughing with the next!
Highly recommend and I believe I’ll go back and read the other two, those two characters piqued my interest.
The Casanova exceeded my expectations with an enemies to lovers romance with the perfect amount of spice. If I thought the other two were perfect, this one was even more so.
After not liking The Stopover much I was a little weary about going in to this one. However, I am so happy to say that I was so pleasantly surprised. Elliot and Kate gave me everything I wanted from The Stopover.
Kate and Elliot have worked together for 7 years and have a pretty antagonistic relationship. Elliot can be a huge jerk as the CEO and Kate gives him back all the snark. However, Elliot become infatuated with her after accidentally catching her dancing in the office on the cameras. After that, Elliot is infatuated with Kate and they start an exclusive friends with benefits relationship. Things go from there with some steamy sexy times, some sweet moments and definitely some points I thought things might never work out.
While Elliot was a bit of an ass, we do get to see his sweet side which I really loved. Kate was strong and definitely stood up to Elliot and held her ground when she needed to. I thought Elliot was unredeemable for his actions towards the end but I did think that his groveling was worthy of forgiveness and I loved the little twist added at the end. The ending was refreshing IMO and something I've rarely seen in romance books. Usually
It felt a bit long but I didn't mind in the end because this story was so ultimately really sweet. I laughed. I cried. I swooned. I got angry. What more can I ask for. Also, goats. That all.
This is the first book I’ve read by T. L. Swan and I enjoyed reading about the romance between Kate/Pinkie and Elliot/Edgar. With a mixture of steamy sex scenes, swoon-worthy men, drama, and humor, <i>The Cassanova</i> tells a tale of an attraction that takes Kate and Elliot on a bumpy ride with lots of ups and downs in their relationship. At times it didn’t seem like things would ever work out for the two of them. Interspersed with all the drama, there are laugh-out-loud tales about attacking ducks, a horny goat, and the ram from hell! Kate starts out strong and ends up as a strong character, but she has problems in the middle. Elliot is a bit of a jerk who redeems himself towards the end. Despite it all, they manage to find their HEA together.
With this being the third installment in this series I was hoping I would have a problem following the characters. I am happy to say I didn't. Here we have Elliott Miles or Mr Casanova as the tabloids like to call him. A handsome man in his thirties running a media company along with his brothers. From the beginning you know Mr. Miles is a very self absorbed, confident and hard working man who has an employee Kathryn Landon. You see the love hate relationship they have or is it? Kate as her friends call her is a very intelligent IT tech who loves to go head to head with Mr. Miles. Except the real Kate is hiding another part of herself that she doesn't like to reveal to everyone. Then there is Daniel her flat mate who is a stylist who gives Kate a total makeover and transforms the straight laced Kathryn Landon to the fun loving, relaxed, and beautiful Kate. Elliott notices this Kate and from there their love hate relationship turns into a casual friends with benefits. Or is it:?
T L Swan writes a story of two totally different people who want to have a very casual relationship with no strings attached.Elliott introduces Kate to a whole new world of wealth, glamour and secrets. Like who is Pinky and Edgar? Kate wonders is this casual relationship with Mr. Casanova just casual or does she want more? Is this just a physical thing with them? Or can Kate tame this wild man? Who is this famous artist that Elliott is obsessed with? There are many questions to be answered and I needed to find these answers. That's why I read this book in one day. Plus the ending did surprise me. Loved the characters, plot wasn't to predictable.
Thank you Ms. Swan for a very hot and steamy novel. Thanks to Amazon UK and Net Galley for the advanced copy. Would like to read the first two in the series and would recommend it to others.
I wasn't expecting to laugh as much as I did while reading this one so the fact that it gave me a case of the giggles is a delight! I enjoyed this romantic comedy and was quite surprised to see how deep these characters got. It gave me all the feels to be honest! My only complaint (and this is just a personal preference) is that the book is a little long. I prefer a book that's a little shorter. Other than that, I recommend this one wholeheartedly. I can't wait to read more!
did this book have a lot of plot? no. did it need it? not at all. It's a very steamy book that I throughly enjoyed and would definitely read again.
Elliot “The Casanova” Miles can never be tamed and Kathryn Landon doesn’t want to anyway - right?
It’s book 3 in the Miles High Club series but can easily be read as a standalone. I expected a steamy haters to lovers romance and that’s exactly what this is. Shout out to Kathryn Landon as a strong lead heroine - with the best snarky emails I’ve ever read!
I felt like it lost its pace in the middle section but picked up again by the end and I loved the unexpected incorporation of the riotous barnyard animals - who doesn’t love a sexy billionaire who flees from a band of ducks?
I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a light, easy and saucy summer read.
Huge thanks to the author, T L Swan, and publisher for this advance review copy. Views my own. 4*
Ugh! I wish someone would tell this author that a story is not a collection of scenes copied and pasted together. This was so choppy. I could never tell where one scene ended and another began. There were no transitions.
I love when they guy is a bossy ahole and the woman stands up to him. But this? I'm sorry. No self respecting woman would do take a man back after what Elliot pulled.
I was really looking forward to this story but now I'm just disappointed.
I loved this enemies to lovers romance. Once this story got going I was all in. The sizzling chemistry between these two and their behavior had me laughing and fanning myself. I couldn’t think of a more perfect match and I did not want to put this down. Now I want to go back and read the others in this series and look forward to more from this author. I highly recommend.
A traditional enemies to lovers stories with lots of twists and brilliantly told. There relationship between Kate and Elliot is unusual and sarcastic and funny and this sets the tone for the book. There are some laugh out loud parts - most involving a goat - as well as some really tender moments as our couple work out what it is that they mean to each other, the book builds to an unusual and emotionally satisfying ending and stays on the right side of a saccharine ending through humour and exploring the feelings of Elliot and Kate rather than rushing to fit in a HEA.
This book was absolutely amazing! Between the enemies to lovers, the various plot twists.....this book is the entire package. You get romance, steam, lol moments, plus the ending is amazing!
What a wonderful book! The Casanova was captivating from beginning to end. This enemies-to-lovers contemporary romance had it all. T.L. Swan created characters who were wonderful, flawed, and totally relatable. Elliot and Kate had me rooting for them from the start. Told in dual-point-of-view, they seemed to come to life as I read, invading my head and my emotions. I felt like I was right there, eavesdropping on their lives, and I loved every minute of it! The emotions were rolling off the pages...anger, joy, sadness, love, steamy encounters that will have you turning the A/C on...they were all so powerful, I truly felt for these two crazy, wonderful characters. There were so many laugh-out-loud moments sprinkled in, there was no way you could not enjoy this book....Chapter 16...just saying. There were also emotionally gut-wrenching moments that brought tears to my eyes. Beautifully written, completely satisfying, with a twist I didn't see coming at the end, The Casanova is an all-around heart-warming read that made me smile, swoon, and sigh with delight. What more can one want? Don't miss it!
Pretty good romance read. It hit all the usual notes, delivered in the sexy scenes, and had a really, really likeable fmc. I didn't really love the "hero" of the novel, ultimately his decision toward the end seemed selfish and completely relationship wrecking to me, but it was well written.
Love, love, love! Elliot might just be my favorite Miles brother. I had all the feels. I laughed (out loud multiple times), I sighed, I got angry at stupidity and I cried sad and happy tears. It was a rollercoaster of emotions and I loved every second of it!
The Casanova by T.L. Swan was my first book by this author, and frankly, I'm not entirely sure how I feel about it. I'm going with a low 3 star rating.
The writing style itself was fine, even if there were grammatical errors that could (should?) have really bothered me.
I initially enjoyed both Kate and Elliot as characters. Their hate in the beginning was entertaining, and I liked their progression to love. Unexpectedly, I found humor throughout and actually chuckled multiple times.
I also loved the interactions between the Miles brothers. They were some of my favorites.
HOWEVER, I had plenty of issues with the book. The synopsis really drew me, but the storyline itself flopped a bit.
The secret online identities did not play out as I expected, and I personally did not even find them necessary to the story because there was very little purpose overall.
The dirty talk initially was cringe-worthy. Thankfully it did improve, but I was seriously worried for a bit. Also, the phrase "thick tongue" was too much for me. I felt like it was overused, and it did not offer great imagery.
The book itself felt very long and drawn out. The story went on forever before even arriving at the conflict, and I was not a fan of the conflict or what I thought was other unnecessary drama.
The conflict resolution took some time, and while that usually isn't a bad thing, by the time everything was cleared up, I just wanted the book to be over. (Refer back to my issue with the length of the story.) Furthermore, I wasn't completely satisfied with the resolution itself. (Refer back to the drama complaint.)
***I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy generously provided by the publisher via NetGalley.***
I'm in love with the Miles High series and each book I fall more and more in love with the characters. Elliot's story was perfect this book had it all. Romance .. check, Laugh Out Loud moments .. check, Steam .. check check CHECK! I can't get enough of the Miles brothers and I'm so looking forward to the net story. Man ... this is going to be one heck of a book hangover!!
Problematic treatment of a bisexual character.
FMC asks bisexual character “how does it feel to be sexual with somebody that isn’t your natural inclination?”
Um excuse me, what?
He calls pussies “hideous mounds” and “that hairy thing between your legs”.
I received a copy via NetGalley and this is my own opinion.
Oh my goodness, this was such a great book. The chemistry between Kathryn and Elliot was off the charts. I loved their relationship- yes even when they were mad at each other. And the story line was interesting enough to hold my attention, that I had to finish it in a day.
These Miles brothers are simply some of the most stubborn and sexiest man in romance books to date. Seriously I am pretty sure no one is as resistant to falling love as they are. But when they fall the crash hard and with all the drama.
The Casanova is everything I love in Romance a romance novel. While not always a fan of Enemies to lovers, Elliot was the perfect bossy, possessive, alphahole of heroes. I love that Kate is the heroine who doesn't back down and even makes him grovel.
I really loved the characters in this book.
Elliot has the heart and temperament of an artist. His feelings are big. While they don’t always land perfectly. Elliot Miles is perfection. He's the CEO of the London branch of Miles Media. Kathryn is the IT Team Manager at the same company.
They loathe each other. They way the fight and swipe at each other is what you want from an enemies to lovers romance. The steller banter between just charges the sexual tension. This is a refreshing co-workers romance, never is the “I am the boss, she is the employee” trope come into play.
Suddenly, Kathryn becomes something more to Elliot. Something he is not prepared for, but she quickly holds him to task for it.
The road for these to an HEA is not an easy one and when I tell you there are more than a few kindle throwing moments take warning and don’t throw it! This was a fun, banter- and feeling-filled, sexy and steamy read. These chracters pull you in and you will be obsessing about it.
There are a few moments of drag as these two find their footing. It was a lot of back in forth at times, but it is typical of the enemies to lovers trope. For this reading it made those part a little stodgy. It is a pure delight to watch these very successful Miles Brothers fall in love with these astonishing women.
"She smiles softly with her eyes closed and falls back to sleep. In the darkness, in her arms, I listen to her heartbeat. And I lose sight of mine."
OH. MY. GOD. If I could give a book 6 starts I FREAKING WOULD!!
THIS BOOK WAS IT!! It was everything. It made me angry, happy, sad, and everything in between. I cannot believe how many times I actually laughed out loud while reading. Then...the steam. MY WORD. So. Good. It also happened to be one of the spiciest books I've ever read, and you will hear absolutely zero complaints from me. Elliot sounds so steamy and Kate is a rock star who doesn't take crap from any man! I am upset this book is over. I wanted it to go on for forever. AND I was expecting there was going to be a plot twist but DAMN! It was wild. You guys need to read this book. I had to sneak in some reading at work because I could not put it down. I loved the plot and I cannot believe this was my first T L Swan novel. Looks like I am going to be getting some more of her books soon!! Lord have mercy. You need to read this book like...YESTERDAY.
This book was the typical enemies-to-lovers, alpha male romance story. Though I enjoyed it at times, I just couldn't root for the main character of Elliot. He was rude, had explosive anger issues, and spent most of the book pouting like a child. The ending was a little confusing and it seemed as though the 'villain' was written more as an afterthought and not a flushed out character.
Casanova is a read and a half! Everything you could want in a story. Enemies to lovers. Faked names on dating site. The push and pull of the texts changes how they treat each other at work, even though they don't know it's themselves on the dating site. Kathryn and Elliott are also working enemies. Both Elliott and Kathryn discover depths in themselves and each other, that had been hidden under distrust for decades. Sarcasm, wit, steam. All wrapped up into one very well written, entertaining, witty book.
NetGalley kindly provided this copy in exchange for my unpaid, honest review.
I am a huge TL Swan fan and was so excited to receive an early release of The Casanova to review. This book sent the reader back to revisit the Miles brothers although most of the story was based in London and solely focusing on Elliot. The book was well paced and sucked me in instantly. It was full of steam, love, heartbreak, and healing.
What can I say that hasn’t already been said before about this wonderful, funny, entertaining read apart from “I will never look at ducks in the same way again”. The Casanova was a breath of fresh air and if you need a book to escape with, to make you laugh or should I say snout out loud look no further that this amazing read. But be warned do not eat or drink while reading Elliott Miles and Kathryn Landon’s enemies to lovers story. This is book 3 in the Miles High Club and although Tristan Miles is still my favourite in this series, Elliott Miles certainly gave him a run for his money, he came very close to taking over as number one Miles brother.
Kate and Elliott come from very different backgrounds but surprisingly they are very much alike, strong characters who know what they want and who take no nonsense from anyone but underneath it all they are just a bit fragile and they both have hearts of gold if only they will open up. It’s going to take a very special person to win their hearts so could it be these enemies are meant for each other.
This book ticked all my boxes, I laughed, I giggled and I smiled a lot during this read but I also sighed and held my breath as I found myself hoping and wishing for a HEA for this couple. I was in a bit of a book funk when I picked up The Casanova and it honestly took me out of my funk and gave me back the enjoyment of reading so thank you T.L. Swan. I highly recommend this book to all rom com lovers but it will also appeal to romance lovers in general so please one click this gem, you won’t be disappointed.
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Kate & Elliot
Kate is in IT at the Miles Media London office. She had tragedy in her past that has lead her to live in grief. She is fiesty, fiery and stubborn.
Elliot is a hopeless romantic at heart. The press calls him Casanova Miles because he is so swoon worthy and girls fall at his feet basically.
Kate and Elliot have worked together for 7 years and have hated each other, until things change and turn around. Their “relationship” is complicated as Elliot doesn’t want one and wants to keep dates out of the press. And Kate is trying everything she can to keep from being broken hearted.
As with all TL Swan books, Elliot captivates you and makes you swoon, and Kate is strong and relatable. You think you love one of her men and have a favorite then she’s like nope, here’s a new book! She does not fail in the gut wrenching heartbreak either, this one hit me harder than others because the connection they build is so phenomenal. I didn’t want it to end but couldn’t read it fast enough as well.
A•R•C review
5 Star review of The Casanova (The Miles High Club #3) by T.L. Swan
I have only read or listened to a couple of books by T.L. Swan but what I have, I loved. In these difficult times, we all need an escape and for me The Casanova was the perfect book for me to escape from reality; my only complaint, the book ended.
I fell hard and fast for successful businessman Elliot Miles or as he is also known Casanova Miles. He ticked every box for me, even though there were times that I wanted to smack him across the back of his head. Kate works for Elliot and is often annoyed and frustrated by his obnoxious behaviour but thankfully her new pen friend Edgar helps to keep her sane.
I really loved Kate, she has been through so much and there were times that my heart broke for her. As for Elliot, there is so much more to him that he lets shine through and it was heart warming to discover the layers beneath. This is an enemies to lover’s story that will draw you in and keep you invested until the end. The were numerous moments where I found myself laughing out loud and had tears running down my face, my husband thought I had finally cracked.
What will happen when secrets are revealed? This was a well written, steamy, witty story that ticked all the boxes for me and is one of my favourite reads of 2021.
I received a copy of the book from the publisher through NetGalley.
I was so so excited to receive an early copy of The Casanova!! I was only introduced to T.L. Swan this year and have really enjoyed all 5 books I've read so far. The Casanova just might be my favourite! Although, I think I say that after each one! The Casanova was a quick, fun, romantic story and I loved every page.
This is the third book in the Miles High series and features Elliot Miles, of Miles Media and Kathryn Landon, his head of IT. It's enemies to lovers and it's so good. T.L.. Swan has created a beautiful world with the characters in this series. They are strong and flawed and so well developed and presented. I am hooked. We're getting a Christopher book next, right? Please!
If you've never read T.L. Swan before you need to get started. If you have you know what I'm talking about.! 5 stars.
Kate Landon and Elliot Miles Hate each other. In fact Elliot has offered to pay Kate to leave his company several times and she stays just to spite him.
Elliot is a very sexual man, in fact he has been dubbed "the Casanova" by the press. When he catches one of his employees in her sports costume dancing to music and it turns him on, he is shocked when it is his mortal enemy. When he encounters her looking gorgeous at an event, he decide, that he must have her. Then he stalks her like an animal stalks his prey.
Kate has hidden a big part of herself after her parents were killed in a terrible car wreck many years ago. I do love her strength of character and her ability to stand up to Elliot Miles. I did not appreciate her giving in to him time and time and again.
I realized that this is supposed to be a love story, but there were just too many red flags for me to get past. He's a controlling stalker. He has temper tantrums. He is secretly looking for the "The one" while he is pursuing Kate.
I know I was supposed to love this story, but after personally dealing with guys like Elliot (minus the billions), I realized that the best thing for me was to cry, walk away and never look back..
Thank you to Net Galley for the advanced copy.
This was such a good book for a third installment. I didn’t feel like I was missing anything at all.
Kate is an IT specialist manager working for Elliot Miles at Miles Media. They have hated each other for 7 years, yelling, fighting and saying snarky comments every chance they get. One day Miles sees Kate on security video dancing around in her netball dress uniform and feels something more than animosity. They also start messaging each other anonymously which is also hilarious. Where will those feelings take them?
This was a wonderful enemies to lovers office romance with its mix of witty, snarky banter and all the 🔥🔥🔥🔥 you want! The wishy washy feelings of together not together for tiresome but the ending was perfection!
Join The Miles High Club. I highly recommend it for those who love a steamy read and will be reading more in this series!
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for this arc in exchange for an honest review.
Staci McIntyre
Overall, I give this one 3.5 stars. It was a quick read with substance. I thought the plot twists were good and I really wasn’t sure how it was going to end. The characters were good, and I liked watching the story between Kate and Elliot unfold. I liked how we knew they were in love before they did.
As always TL Swan killed it with this book! I spent the majority of the book saying, out loud, I just don’t think I like Elliot Miles. I mean the audacity of this guy was unbelievable. I just couldn’t believe some of the things he did, and it caused pure angst in the best possible way. Kate is just fierce and sassy, she definitely doesn’t put up with any of Elliots nonsense. What she did close to the end of the book is just amazing! That takes some bravery. This book consumed my entire day because I was just so drawn into the story, I couldn’t put it down. I absolutely loved this book and highly recommend it!
Elliott Miles, the dashing debonair CEO of Miles Media UK, could he be any more naughty? Kate is the manager of their IT department, and in all honesty, she may be the only female that hates Elliott, but holy smokes do they make one smoking hot couple.
TL Swan writes one of the best alpha hero’s out there, and Elliott Miles fits that description to a “T”. Kate, she is too smart for her own good, these two just can’t stand each other, but they know how push all the buttons. And, a twist I did not see coming!
As with all books in her series, I love how characters from all her books find a way to make a cameo in one another. Don’t miss out not he 3rd installment in the Miles High Club series.
Dang, that's a good book. Book one in this series was recommended to me by a goodreads friend awhile ago, and I couldn't have predicted how much I would love it. Then book two was just as good. I was just plain excited to see this third in the Miles High series on netgalley. And I am not surprised by how good it was. Great, even.
Elliot is the brother who has 2 sides to him- he's ruthless at work, but secretly craves epic romance. And he has butted heads with Kate at work for years. YEARS, before things start to turn for them. And I like Kate- she really comes out of a funk and finds her strength here. It's an enemies to lovers office romance, and it has tons of steam. The love scenes are passionate and awesome. There's humor throughout the book- for instance, I cracked up when he bought a house and had some surprises. And there's heart. I cried here and there and was swept off my feet. The twist at the end was a big surprise to me, I never saw it coming. This might be the best book I've read in months.
Wow, this book was amazing! I swooned, I smiled, I cried, it was everything in one book. Before I review, I have to say that Elliot Miles was an arse at times, where I wanted to hit him. He had a short fuse, which I didn’t care for, but it’s part of the story.
Elliot is the CEO of Miles Media in London. His nickname in the press is Casanova Miles, which I guess fits him with the turnaround of women he dates. There is one woman that he absolutely hates thou, and that happens to be the head of his IT department, Kathryn Landon. This Monday is no exception as she berates him on something or other, he usually tries to ignore her.
Kate can’t stand her boss Elliot Miles. He is obstinate, and rude, good thing she always stands up to him. The one way she relieves stress is by playing Netball after work.
One evening as Elliot is getting to leave for the day, he sees something bright red in one of the security cameras of the building. Looking closer he sees a woman with a fantastic backside, making copies and dancing while doing so. Who is this woman, and why hasn’t he met her yet. Well that goes down the drain when she turns around and sees Kathryn! Why did it have to be her, except that now he’s intrigued. Elliot is now on the lookout for that tight red dress. Suddenly one night he notices just her feet laying on the floor, running down to her floor he sees Kathryn passed out. Unable to revive her, he sees a bottle of prescription drugs and calls 999, but it seems they want a lot of information before they send anyone out. Eventually Kathryn wakes up a little to answer some questions for the operator. It seems she’s had a bad reaction to the medication. Elliot ends up taking her home, and hopes her flat mates are there to take over, which they aren’t and he stays watching her until Daniel shows up.
At this point Elliot starts to see Kathryn in a new light. After running into her at several events, all he can think about is taking her to bed. It seems that really doesn’t hate Kathryn after all.
Everything is changing in Kathryn’s life, in a good way. Who would have ever guessed that hot sex with her boss would ever happen! Is this real, or a dream.
This was an amazing book! I highly recommend it. It does have some lows and a surprised ending.
Steamy love story that will have you laughing, crying and cheering for your favorite characters. Kate and Elliott have worked together for seven years, spending more time arguing than talking. Elliott is rich arrogant and known as quite a player. Kate is an IT expert that has no time for her player of a boss.
But everything changes when Kate gets ready to go work out and Elliott notices the girl before he realizes it is Kate.
Will Kate and Elliott have a chance to have a relationship? Will either be able to get past their prior opinion of the other?
Super fast read! Could not put it down.
Thank you to Netgalley for complimentary copy.
Recommended
Thank you, thank you, thank you NetGalley T L Swan for this incredible ARC!!
I am still swooning over this book. It was fun, wistful, heartbreaking, and oh so so romantic.
It has been quite a while since a book made me actually laugh out loud and cry within the span of pages. At one point, I was so upset I could not see the words through my tears; I LOVED IT!
This was the first book by T L Swan I have had the pleasure to read and now all I want to do is drop everything and read every single book she has ever written. Seriously. It’s a wonder I am not doing it right now.
Normally I don’t care, but I hate the stigma that “Romance” books get. It’s especially irritating now because T L Swan is such an eloquent writer. Her characters are dynamic and beautifully complex. The plot was solid and kept me on my toes. Just thinking about it now makes me want to re-read it. If it is not obvious, I am trying very hard to not actually talk about anything that happens in this book because there are so many small details, that just one could ruin a part of the story.
If you take anything away from this review it’s that you SHOULD GO READ IT NOW!!!!
The banter between Elliot and Kate was entertaining, and I enjoyed their story, but I didn't always like how he treated her. However, every time that I started to hate Elliot, T.L. Swan would always find a way to redeem his character. My favorite parts of their journey were the conversations between Pinkie Leroo and Edgar Moffatt on the dating app. I also loved the ducks, and the ending was absolutely perfect!
I received and ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review
My love for the Miles brothers knows no bounds, I thought Jameson was my fave before until I met Elliott. Wow wow wow wow is one thing I said as I finished this book. I also yelled out loud while reading this book many times. I will drop everything to read a TL Swan book and you should too! Elliott and Kate’s story was unexpected for me. I was not expecting Elliott to be the man he was in this book. There are many sides to him that he doesn’t let a lot of people see, just like the other Miles brothers. I also love Kate’s strong will and determination. She doesn’t let the arrogant and egocentric Elliot rattle her as much as you think she does. I love that she stands up for herself even if it breaks her heart a bit! There is a part towards the end of the book you will not see coming! That’s all I have to say about that. It’s amazing!
As long as I waited to read this book, I wanted to savor every part of it. But of course I read it in one day. I just couldn’t help myself! Cheers to TL Swan, the Miles brothers will always have my heart as do most of the characters that you write. I cannot wait for Christopher’s story now. I cannot wait to see what you have planned for him!
“There’s no border between us; the separation of the two of us is blurred.”
I’m relatively new to T.L. Swan and have only read the books in the Miles High Club. Now after reading my third book by her, I have to say I’m a fan and I need to read more by her.
The Casanova and Elliot Miles captured my attention from the first page and didn’t let go until the very end. Kate and Elliot are enemies at work and antagonize one another whenever they get the chance. When Elliot sees Kate in a different light, the dynamics quickly change and the rollercoaster ride begins.
“You feel more at home at my home…or maybe it’s me that feels at home when you’re there.”
Kate was fiery and independent and outwardly confident, but inside, she was a bit insecure and just wanted someone to love her. Elliot was cocky and self-assured and a bit of a jerk at times. Honestly, near the end, I was so mad at him, but he had to learn to trust his heart. Underneath that gruff exterior, he was a romantic and wanted to take care of those he loved.
“In the darkness, in her arms, I listen to her heartbeat. And I lose sight of mine.”
The push and pull of Elliot and Kate’s relationship was alternatively fun and heartbreaking and I loved the angst and the humor. Their banter and chemistry was sizzled, but it was the emotion and the intensity that made me fall in love in the story. I laughed, I cried, and my heart was stomped on and then mended. I highly recommend joining the Miles High Club today!!!
Elliot Miles has been named The Casanova but the paparazzi, but as the head of the London office of Miles Media, he is Kate’s boss. Kate in her role as IT manager of Miles Media has despised Elliot since she started working for the company. She finds him arrogant and rude and he, likewise, finds her annoying. Yet when Elliot sees Kate in her sexy red dress, she is not what he thought her to be. When they eventually cross the boundary of boss and employee, Elliott and Kate cannot get enough of each other. Yet their romance seems destined for a rocky time.
I found myself hooked from the first page with their intense romance. What took this from a standard hate-love romance, was the dialogue between Kate and her supposed friend via emails. A clever twist to the story, making for a great read.
I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
I loved this book from the very beginning of the prologue and knew that this was going to be a really fun read. I laughed, I cried, I cheered, and I jeered. Elliot and Kate don't have a passive-aggressive thing going on, it's all aggressive and sarcasm that will make you laugh out loud. You know it's going to be fun and games, and when the connect - more fun, more games, and lots and lots of steam (and sauna ;op). I had a difficult time putting this book down. Witty banter, playful conversations, hot sex, what's not to love?
This is the first book I've read from T.L. Swan, but I know it won't be the last. There's just the right amount of world building, descriptions, and back story. Makes you feel like a fly on the wall, in a good way.
While this is book is the third in a series, it can be read as a stand alone. Written in POV style. Now it's time for me to read the first two books in the series :o)
**Received an ARC for a voluntary honest review**
The Casanova had everything, including fireworks in and out of the bedroom, and a hero who believes in the one, fate and an extraordinary love. Although he doesn't realise fate, has put his one extraordinary love right under his nose.
But oh, what a journey Elliott and Kate go on. As both are characters that have layers, issues and baggage and completely different backgrounds. Yet they also have more in common than either of them know if only they would take a breath and stop sniping and actually have a conversation.
And with so much chemistry, banter and brilliant secondary characters this was an enthralling read. That never once felt like it was over 500 pages long.
Would happily recommend.
CEO Elliot Miles can’t stand his IT guru Kathryn (Kate) Landon and let’s just say the feeling is mutual for her. They’ve spent years torturing each other while trying to work with each other, each encounter more caustic than the previous until one day Elliot sees another side to Kathryn (literally he falls for her beautiful backside) that has him wanting to learn more about her. Kate has always seemed to like Elliot but his rigid personality has her hating his public persona. When she realizes that her dating app pen pal is non other than her infuriating boss what’s she to do? Their relationship has lots of twists and turns with hilarious moments ( yes the duck scene), and super steamy moments that will have you reaching for a fan that make you realize there is more going on than one seems. While initially I must admit I thought I would hate Elliot (and there’s one time when I felt that feeling was justified) there was a softer, yet deeper side that has me cheering for him too. This is a hot and funny contemporary romance roller coaster that is a joy to read. 5 stars. I received an arc copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher for my honest review
I loved this book!!! I say that about all of TL Swan's stories, but I really oved how everything came together in the end. It was f#cking awesome! I saw what was coming about half way through the book, but that didn't impact reading the story in the slightest. Swan's approach and telling of Elliot and Kate's story was perfection.
Kate was closed off and living a shell of a life until Elliot came along. There was plenty of banter and hate between these two early on. They say that hate and love are closely connected emotions. In their case they certainly were. They were explosive at every stage.
Elliot has a hot temper and short fuse. Interestingly enough he is a romantic at heart. And oh what a heart! He cherishes his privacy and dreams of a fated love. He gets just that with Kate. I won't ruin the surprise of the story, but it was epic!!!
This is not a story that you want to pass up. It will make even those with a heart of steel sigh and swoon. This was an absolutely perfect book and one of my favorites this year.
TL Swan finally released The Casanova. It’s the third book in the Miles High Club series.
This book is about Kathryn “Kate” Landon and Elliot Miles. Kate is an IT specialist and works for Miles Media for years now. She and her boss Elliot came off the wrong feet and they just can’t stand each other. He annoys her so much but she keeps her head up high. But then one day Elliot starts to show interest in her...
That’s all I am gonna say because you have to pick up this book!! I have no idea how TL Swan is doing it but THIS BOOK IS EVERYTHING! It gave me all the feelings and I never wanted this book to end. I literally couldn’t put it down and read it in like 5 hours because it was that good! The chemistry Kate and Elliot have is off the charts and they are pure fire together! I laughed so much because of their banter they had going on. I just loved everything about them together and I couldn’t get enough of them. The last part of this book broke me. I’ve got so emotional you have no idea!
TL Swan wrote another MASTERPIECE and it’s definitely one of my favorite reads of 2021! This story deserves way more than 5 stars! I highly recommend everyone to read this book ASAP!
Although this story is part of a series, it can be read as a standalone.
Elliot Miles, CEO of the London division of Miles Media, is known for being powerful and popular among extraordinarily beautiful women. Enough where he's earned the nickname: Casanova Miles. It's one of the many reasons Kathryn/Kate Landon, IT manager at the London division of Miles Media, absolutely hates her boss. He's also arrogant, rude, and entitled. For seven years, they've worked together and have barely tolerated each other. Until one day, Elliot sees a different side of Kate and it stirs his body unlike any other woman before.
I LOVED this story. I loved the multi-layered storyline, the characters, and everything mixed in. Elliot is a complex character. Beneath the serious and cold surface lies a romantic at heart who believes in love at first sight and fated true love. Kate is equally complex. On the surface, she is reserved and focused on work. Behind the façade is a vulnerable woman who mourns her former self and wants to feel alive again. They slowly peel back each later, sometimes in-person with witty and playful banter that's entertaining, and other times via their honest messages. There's a lot of heat here, and even though it's frequent and super steamy, it doesn't overshadow the building romance or interfere with the juggling storylines. In addition to the romance, this is also a story about friendship, family, and self-discovery. As a bonus, there's even a bit of mystery woven into the tale.
The writing flowed naturally and, even though the story is lengthy, the pacing never faltered. Maybe it was watching these two fall in love, or maybe it was their repeated push and pull. Or maybe it was the interesting cast of characters including deranged ducks, a lovesick goat, and a raging ram. Who knows. But this story just worked for me from the fiery beginning to the absolutely enchanting ending. This is definitely a recommended read.
/I received an early edition of this book. This did not affect my opinion of the book or content of my review./
The Casanova Miles has stolen my heart! I've been waiting with bated breath for the next Miles High Club book, and Elliot and Kate did not disappoint! I adore TL Swan's writing, and each time I read her work I find another favorite! There are many, many layers to Kate and Elliot's story that kept me awake most of the night devouring this book. This book has EVERYTHING! I laughed out loud, I cried, I yelled at both Elliot and Kate, I held my breath in shock, and I swooned! And how lovely it was to get a bit of a bonus 'where are they now' for Tristan, Jay and their ever-growing families. Download this one immediately!!
Ooohhhhhhhh
I mean….well…..just wow.
Jameson is adorable in a total a$$wipe way, Tristan is just plain best book boyfriend,
But Elliot, well I adored him for a good 80% of this book, then wanted to reach into the pages and strangle him and then he did in the end manage to redeem himself mostly (I do still want to slap him a little though…) and at the very end he made it back into my top 5!
This book travels through all the feelings two people can possible have for each other ranging from the extremes of total hatred to absolute adoration and what a journey it is.
I loved how strong Kate was and how she didn’t stand for any of the crap that Elliot dealt her. She wanted the relationship on her terms and wasn’t willing to accept anything less than she felt she deserved.
I found Elliot as frustrating as his brothers (gosh it’s a good thing they fall for strong women is all I can say!) and yet he clearly had the softer centre, a heart ready to be given to the right person, he just failed to spot real love when it slapped him round the face like a wet fish!!
The storyline has everything, total laugh out loud moments (hard surfaces!), steam (coffee…) and ugly cry (artists..) and completions of storylines we followed in the earlier books.
Looking forward to the fall of Christopher Miles, I have a feeling it’s going to be epic.
A fantastic series written by an amazing author, she’s yet to miss one for me.
Daaammmmnnn .. T L Swan does it again…swoon!!
Elliott Miles is here ladies and gents. And he does not disappoint. He’s the perfect cross between his two eldest brothers who we’ve already met. He has Jameson’s dark moods mixed with Tristan’s sweet side. But he’s a little rougher round the edges, a little dirtier in the bedroom and a whole lot of trouble awaits him and the woman he’s fated to be with.
As in the previous books Elliott is still searching for the elusive artist Harriet Boucher who he feels a strong connection to. And while his search continues, he’s thrown into the path of his work enemy Kathryn Landon. The story that follows is highly entertaining, hilariously funny and heartbreakingly real.
I loved the way their relationship developed. I love the two sides of Elliott’s personality. I loved the ducks. The goat(s) and the soul crushing moment it was all over! The way he won her over though… take my freaking money.
There are some hilariously moments in this book, just like with Tristan’s story, Elliott doesn’t have it easy !! And hilarity ensues a fair few times! I mean the passing out scene, the ducks and the birthday .. that ones my personal favourite.
And can we just talk about Kathryn, actually all of Swan’s heroines from this series… great thanks … because they’re bloomin’ perfect, they kick ass, take no poop and stand their ground. They are heroines you want to have as friends, or grow up to be!
Also **edit** I realise, a few days after my read (yep I’m still thinking about it- it’s that good) that I agreed with Elliott’s decision. You’ll know the one when you read it. And he sought advice, knowing who it was he was asking and that she knew who he was.
There were glimpses albeit extremely brief ones into Tristan & Jameson’s lives now that they’re settled. And I can’t explain how much I crave to read more about Tristan’s family!!
I’m so enamoured with the Miles brothers I never want their stories to end! Roll on Christopher who I have a sneaky suspicion will be the dark horse of the bunch. And then I want a spin off with Tristan’s sons!! .. no pressure T L Swan !! Elliott definitely came close to beating my favourite brother out of the top spot that’s for sure. But Tristan is still it for me. I’ll take Elliot on the side ;)
My favorite part of this book was how funny it was. Kate and Elliot really had funny chemistry and I chuckled to myself a lot. Also, I did like how certain plot points built on each other. And then, as the hopeless romantic I am, I did really love the whole sense of fate this book touches on.
Something to note - this book is very long and sometimes I felt like it went on a bit more than necessary.
**Thank you NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK for the ARC in exchange for an honest review !
The Miles High Club is my favorite series by TL Swan so I was super excited for the release of The Casanova.
Let’s start with what I liked. First off, this book was FUNNY. The personas that Elliot and Kate made for their online dating profiles had me ROLLING. The ducks were hysterical, and Elliot’s commitment to getting the goat a girlfriend was super sweet and made me laugh. I also loved the chemistry that the two had, and the spicy scenes were 🔥🔥.
Now for what I didn’t love… This book contained a few tropes that I really don’t like, including fake identity and love triangle. I just have a big problem with the emotional manipulation that comes along with the fake identity trope, and the inherent pseudo-infidelity that comes along with love triangles. I also really didn’t love the way Elliot handled the main “conflict” and it left me feeling kind of icky and betrayed. I did, however, like the way that the conflict was wrapped up and I truly enjoyed the ending.
Overall I enjoyed the book, and Elliot was on his way to being my favorite Miles brother… until the conflict. I definitely think it’s worth a read, and I am excited for Christopher’s book.
Elliot Miles was not my favorite of the Miles Brothers. He had quite a temper on him, which made him unlikable at times. But what I loved the most about this story was the tension between Kate and Elliot. This is what I expect when I read an enemies to lover trope! I especially loved Kate who never backed down and always stood up for herself.
Rich boss and employee relationship story that focuses on how their relationship develops. Overall the characters are relatable in a quirky kind of way. If your wanting a good steamy romance read, this is the perfect book for you.
Elliot is the CEO for the UK branch of Miles Media. Kate is the IT manager for the UK branch of Miles Media. The two of the despise each other.
I enjoyed the first 25 or so percent of this story. I loved the enemies vibe, the banter, the tension between the Elliot and Kate. There is a ton of chemistry between the two of them. There is no shortage of steamy scenes between them either. There were parts of the story that seemed to just kind of drag on for me and I found myself losing interest.
I did like the relationship between Elliot and Kate from the start and I enjoyed seeing how everything progressed between the two of them. I loved that Elliot had a sweet and romantic side that slowly comes out.
This is the third book in a series, but can easily be read as a standalone.
If you want an enemies to lovers, office romance check this one out.
Just the right mix of rom-com and steamy romance! This was the first book I have read by this author. While this was part of a series, I had no problem reading it without the others. I do want to go back and read the others but they aren't necessary to enjoy this story. I got hooked by the book by the second chapter and could barely put the book down. I didn't want to leave the story. Kate and Elliot were the perfect characters for a enemies to lovers storyline. Their banter was so much fun. I loved the supporting characters too. The ending was so perfect! I absolutely loved the humor in the book. I received an advance copy from NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Received a copy of the book as a ARC. This is the first book I’ve read of the author and I’ll be going back to read her other books. The book shows what Elliott is thinking. It nice to have the guy’s perspective. The chemistry between Kate and Elliott is off the charts. The last few chapters, I was in tears. The book was great. I do believe in fate too!!
Never close your lips to those whom you have already opened your heart to - Charles Dickins
I love the Miles brothers with everything I have. Elliot is sexy, hot, erotic and a dirty, dirty man. So delectable. I fell for him from the start. And he has a romantic side, oh the feels!! My heart definitely took a beating. Kathryn Landon did not have a chance, she tumbled hard for him. I love enemies to lovers and this one is a doozy.
Kathryn is a strong, feisty woman. I adore her and apparently so does Miles. There were delicious moments of comedic and playful exchanges between the two of them. The HEA? I am speechless. I wait with bated breath for Christian's story.
This is the third installment of the Miles High Club and these brothers never disappoint. This enemies to lovers book is well done. I wanted to give it 4 stars, but I felt like the main female character shifted gears about half way through the book. She started out sassy, no nonsense and confident and somehow became someone who could easily be walked all over. I loved the growth that Elliot showed throughout the book right up until the elusive artist was discovered. At that point I lost a lot of respect for Elliot and Kate for their respective behavior. I loved the chemistry between the two of them and I am glad there was a HEA but the book kind of lost something for me when Kate's personality just kind of vanished behind a giggling, fawning façade. Overall, I did enjoy this book and I am glad that the Miles brothers continue to fall in love :-). True score 3.5 out of 4. I would recommend this series to anyone that loves to read about alpha males finding their person, contemporary fiction and/or chick lit.
Loved this book! So much heat, enemies to lovers that was actually believable, and secret romance
Kate is the IT head at Miles Media. She detests her boss, Elliot. Elliot can be a huge a-hole especially to Kate. They truly don’t like each other until one day he catches her in her netball uniform on the security cameras. She also chooses this time to reinvent herself with the help of her stylist roommate Daniel.
Her pursues her and she keeps shutting him down.
Their relationship grows pretty organically through the story, but Kate keeps thinking the other shoe will drop and tries to keep her heart protected.
Some bad stuff happens and the ending was so great with how he was able to win her back, gah! So great!
I received an arc from Netgalley for my honest review.
This was an emotional roller coaster towards the end, and I really liked it.
I have been waiting for this book for a while and it didn't disappoint me.
Both the main characters were great. We have Kate, who works for Miles Media, and she does not get along with the boss, Elliot, since he thought she was flirting with him and was rude. She lost her parents and that has influenced her life for a long time so now she wants to come out of her bubble and start living again. Then, we have Elliot; he very much beliefs in the signs life sends you and thinks that only the extraordinary can make him happy. His relationship with Kate is purely hateful until the lust comes along, and they fall into bed together.
I liked their relationship, it was hot and involving. They weren't only in bed together, they had fun, traveled, and enjoyed each other and that made a difference to me because I read some books where the only interaction the couple has is when they are having sex and there is no development but suddenly they are in love. Not with The Casanova. There was romance, sexy times, emotional and character development, and much more.
Looking forward to Christopher "I will never fall in love" Miles.
I’ve read almost all TL Swan’s books and I’m a huge fan. This one is not the exception.
Kate lost her parents in a car accident a few years ago, and since then, she’s been hiding herself under ugly clothes and a bad attitude toward her boss, Elliot Miles. Just the sight of him triggers her sarcasm. He is the Casanova, and a really infuriating one. When her friends created an online dating profile for her, she just changes it for an impossible awful one under a fake name. Soon, she starts chatting to a man named Edgar. He’s not her type and lives on the other side of the world, but they hit off a friendship, laugh and confide in each other.
But now, she has become the Casanova latest conquest and soon discovers that Elliot and Edgar are the same person. Can she fall in love with the famous Casanova when all she sees is deep emotional Edgar? And what will happen when the woman of his dreams ask for a chance?
This book is sooo good! So deep, and emotional. The ducks, OMG! I’m not a fan of the Stopover, I´m absolutely obsessed with the Takeover and now I’m in love with the Casanova. I adore that this series has just the right amount of aghast and drama and a lot of sweet, funny moments. Also, the sex scenes are AMAZING!!!
I highly recommend this book. It´s like a roller coaster of feelings. All of them makes you feel deeply engaged to this characters and all the Miles’ family.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own
This the third book in the Miles High Club and follows Elliott Miles. Elliott Miles is the CEO of the English branch of Miles Media. Elliott is a demanding boss and Kate who works in IT loves nothing more than infuriating him and the pair don't really get a long. One day Elliott catches Kate dancing on the security camera and begins to see her in a new light.
This is an enemies to lovers work place romance. I enjoyed seeing the romance develop between these two characters. It did take me a little while to get into this one which is why I have given it 4 stars instead of 5. as it started out a little slow. Elliott was an interesting character because we get to see a whole different side to him when he starts falling for Kate. I liked our two main characters and the banter they had between them. It was nice to see the previous characters make an appearance.
Overall this was a good addition to the series. My favourite is still The Takeover but I did enjoy the romance in this one.
Once I started reading this sexy, funny, and sometimes heartbreaking story, I didn't want to stop. So at 4:30 am this morning, I read the last epilogue and could finally go to sleep. I loved Kate and Elliot. Elliott was a demanding bastard of a boss, but Kate had me laughing and cheering as she handled him every time without breaking a sweat. Later I had to wonder about Elliott's need for anger management but I still had to root for him when he was down. The laugh-out-laugh moments were unexpected but definitely added to the story. Even though they seemed to hate each other from the beginning, you can feel the sexual tension. And when Elliot whispers in her ear what he wants to do to her, the temperature goes off the charts. This is a different kind of love story but a love story just the same.
I loved reading about Elliott and Kate. Elliot was such a romantic at heart. I loved how sassy Kate was. This story was both amazing and funny. No spoilers. I hope there are more books in this series. I was given advance copy for a voluntary review.
Received an ARC for my review.
The Casanova is the third installment in the Miles High Club, following the Miles Brothers. This book is all Elliot Miles. Granted I had not read the first 2 books in the series but it did not affect my enjoyment of the book and this one can be read as a standalone.
Elliot Miles is the CEO of the London branch of Miles Media, one of the largest media companies in the world. Elliot is your typical Hero. Gorgeous, rich, dominating, alpha.
Kathryn Landon isn't your typical heroine. She is a slightly uptight head of IT that like to verbally spar with Elliot. She doesn't put up with his BS and she's constantly pushing him.
Sounds hot? Well, at first it's not. They literally hate each other. There is no attraction between them and they don't even like being in the same room. Of course that changes pretty early on when Elliot spies on Kathryn in the copy room dancing around unabashedly in her tiny red netdress. He doesn't realize it's her at first but soon he can't think of anything but her.
What I really enjoyed about this book is that both Elliot and Kathryn are not what they first seem. There are sides to them both that when uncovered, endear them to the readers and each other. I also loved their banter. Just because they start sleeping together (which is all they do at first), they don't stop antagonizing the other. It's such fun to see them continue to be genuine to themselves even when starting a new relationship. And while Elliot is a typical alpha, especially in bed, you find that he has a sensitive side. He loves art. He protects the ones he loves.
However, the twist made me want to shove a red hot poker up his butt. LOL. He really screws up the relationship. His grovel is good. I always think grovels can be better though. The twist wasn't something I entirely saw coming. I had suspected part of it and was trying to piece some of it together but it's not a twist I've ever read before. So kudos to TL Swan for that!
Overall I really enjoyed the book. I love that Kathryn isn't your typical heroine and that Elliot wasn't your typical alpha. Their relationship was fun to see blossom and you root for them the entire time.
As a fan of the first two books of this series, The Stopover and The Takeover, I eagerly anticipated The Casanova. Wow, it was even better than I expected!
I knew this book was going to be good when I laughed while reading the first page. What surprised me was Kate and Elliot's messy, angsty path to happiness. Smart and sassy Kate is the perfect match for grumpy Elliot. Their banter is one of the best parts of the book. I loved every minute of their journey, even though my heart might have stopped a time or two before they got to their happily ever after.
If readers ever wondered what life is like beyond The Takeover for Tristan and his boys, we get some hilarious glimpses of them interacting in The Casanova. Fans of the series will also appreciate cameos from all of the Miles brothers and updates on the families. Side note, this book can easily be read as a standalone.
The Casanova is the best kind of emotional rollercoaster -- it's funny, swoony, heartbreaking, and romantic. It's one of my 2021 favorites!
Oh, this was seriously good! So very entertaining with a bit of everything you can think to add mixed in, blending so well in this journey of love, be it the fairy-tale portion, office romance, or the down and dirty servings between Kate and Elliot, and all these were most certainly fu-hot. Enemies to lovers, fated it all applies.
The upheavals, a twist I never dreamed of, and the old-fashioned wooing had my emotions pinging all happily, or sadly, every which direction while reading.
I always love the bits of wit and humor no matter the scenario, and this has fur babies or feathers lol, and rather unorthodox ones at that, but all insanely amusing to me.
I have not read the first books of this series...yet, but would love to. Not needed, just wanted, as this is a stand alone with an HEA.
I received an ARC through NetGalley and Montlake UK. I am giving all my own opinions voluntarily.
„All those years, all that time… it was you.”
The Casanova was one of my most anticipated reads this year and T.L. Swan didn’t disappoint! Kate and Elliot’s office romance is delicious. An enemies to lovers goodness, filled with banter, steam and angst only Swan can deliver. I was completely immersed in this story, unable to put it down even for a second. Those Miles brothers are totally irresistible!
I love Elliot and his possesive alpha personality. Sure, he’s cocky and there were times when I wanted to smack him in the face, but it only shows that although someone seems perfect on the paper, in reality everyone has flaws. It makes his character relatable and when it came to groveling, I adored him even more.
Kate is my girl crush. I love a heroine with a backbone, who gives as much as she gets. Her sarcasm game is on point and I really liked the banter between her and Elliot.
These two were fire together. I liked their relantionship’s development and how naturally everything progressed. There were some roadblocks on their way to the happily ever after, but the whole journey was entertaining, heartwarming and incredibly passionate. I loved it!
The Miles High Club series gained another unputdownable, must-read book. The Casanova is everything you can expect from a romance novel- it’s sinfully sexy, a little bit angsty, sometimes funny and totally addicting. T.L. Swan’s wiritng is amazing and I cannot wait to immerse myself in her words once again in the next book!
BOOK REVIEW: The Casanova by @tlswanauthor
4 Stars
Smut level: 4.5/5
The Casanova is the 3rd book in T.L. Swan's Miles High series. I highly recommend reading the first 2 books before this one, not just because this book will make more sense but also because they are really good!
The Casanova would have been a 4.5 or even 5 star rating for me if there hadn't been a misuse of chronic illness. The lead female Kate suffers from Endometriosis, an illness that I have lived with for over 17 years. I was excited when I first saw she had Endo as representation in fiction is rare. Unfortunately my excitement didn't last. Despite having Endometriosis and whilst on her period, Kate can go out clubbing, go to work and life goes on as normal. She only seems to have pain for 1 day in her period, she has no other pain and can do anything she wants. She also has no pain from sex, even rough sex. This is NOT a valid representation of Endo. Every woman is different but I have never known anyone with endo to be able to live like this and I have spoken to hundreds of women with Endo. It made the illness seem like nothing when in fact it ruins lives, destroys internal organs and causes insane amounts of pain.
Despite my feelings towards the use of Endometriosis, I really loved this book!
Our lead female Kate is an absolute star. She is smart, funny, relatable and I loved her from the start. The lead male Elliott is a really interesting character who has more layers than an onion! I really liked this about him and how Kate brought out new sides to him. The romance was effortless and their connection was easy to see. The smut was well written and there was a decent amount of it too! My favourite thing was the banter and great humour between Kate and Elliott, it was a joy to read!
Despite my obvious problem, I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend this series to any adult romance lovers. Prepare to have your heart stolen by the Miles Brothers!
Please note that I was #gifted this ebook in exchange for an honest review.
I need to read more TL Swan books, Elliott and Kate’s story is fantastic! A superbly written book that delivers it all! An amazing storyline that not only takes the reader through the ups and downs of romance, add in the sexy scenes and adoration from Eliott- WOW!
I particularly enjoyed the moments where I laughed until I cried, the animals and hard surfaces!!
Huge congratulations to Fenella and thanks to Amazon Publishing UK, Montlake and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this fabulous book!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
A well written book that is a favorite of mine. I loved the story. The writing was great. The book is a 5 star read. I strongly recommend it!
The Casanova by TL Swan
Published: August 26, 2021
Montlake
I received a copy of this book for free, and I leave My review voluntarily.
TL Swan is seriously addicted to the thrill of writing and can't imagine a time when she wasn't. She resides in Sydney, Australia, where she is living out her own happily ever after with her husband and their three children
“I guess I’m just not that into you.”
Kate is an IT manager at a media company that the Miles family owns. Her boss, Elliot, grinds her gears like no other. They can’t get along. Until Elliot sees Kate when she doesn’t think anyone is watching- suddenly the media declared “Casanova” is smitten by the one person that can’t stand the sight of him. Fate is fickle.
This book has to be broken into parts simply because many elements have to be processed.
The characters are all well done, and I enjoyed the fact that despite Elliot being the typical billionaire alpha, Kate was still a strong, intelligent, stubborn leading lady. While she was willing to bend to Elliot in certain circumstances, she ultimately held her own and did not get forced into anything.
The romance build-up was quite tumultuous, almost high school level of yo-yo dating. But it worked well within the storyline and with the characters. The arc Elliot took throughout this novel was quite extraordinary, and I am pleased to say he went from zero to hero.
While the steamy scenes were heavy, in my opinion, they took a backseat to the realization that falling in love, and being in love, can be terrifying. I found this aspect so well represented, and I identified with both characters as they worked through their feelings together and independently.
There is a twist I didn’t see coming, and it melted my heart. Who knew that beneath a steamy office romance would be a dreamy love story that makes you sigh out loud?
I enjoyed this book a lot more than I anticipated. I wasn’t sure how I would feel, considering this is part of a series I haven’t read, from a relatively new to me author. But I very much enjoyed this novel and the chaos that is happily ever after.
Just finished reading The Casanova. Such a beautiful and enchanted story. I laughed, I cried, I got angry, I swooned, I loved it. It was a sensational story.
What a wonderfully fun and delicious read! Elliot and Kate have just become one of my all time favorite couples!
Kate had a fiery attitude that kept Elliot on his toes. He never intimidated her and she was more than capable of holding her own against him in every way. She was just an average girl with nothing special to recommend her and her struggle with that caused me some serious moments of heartache when it played a part in their story.
There’s nothing more I enjoy than a great boss/employee trope with a boss like Elliot Miles. He had quite the reputation which made it all the more enjoyable to watch him fall in love. And oh my, him and the various incidents that occurred at Enchanted had me laughing out loud so hard I startled my kittens.
I absolutely loved the chemistry between this couple. Watching them each fall in love as their relationship evolved was not only hot, but cute and so much fun. Especially once Elliot really lets her see who he is at heart.
This book totally consumed me. When I wasn’t reading, I was thinking of Elliot and Kate and what wonderfully delightful things would happen next. Once I reached a certain point, I refused to close my Kindle until I reached the last page. There was then an exceptionally awesome moment that had me clutching it even tighter and then the most perfect epilogue. As soon as I finished I wanted to relive it all again.
I absolutely LOVE THE MILES BROTHERS!!! I just have to start with that. I liked Jameson, I adored Tristan, and now Elliot has wormed his way into my soul.
The Casanova takes us to London where Elliot Miles heads the UK division of Miles’ Media. Here we meet Kate Landon, the head of IT, and Elliot and Kate share a mutual dislike for each other.
This book was one of those rare occasions where I actually liked both main characters. I’ll admit, in the beginning I was leery of Elliot. He was a total asshole, but it becomes clear that his being an asshole is a façade to protect himself. In truth, Elliot is a romantic and when he’s not being a complete jerk, he’s very endearing.
Kate’s life is drastically different from Elliot’s. Where Elliot has his family, specifically his brothers to rely on, Kate’s family was torn apart when her parents died. While she and her brother have a good relationship, neither of them has a good relationship with their older sister. Kate’s limited support system contributes to her trust issues. I really liked Kate. She wasn’t your typical quiet, mousy, shy Brainiac She was feisty, she scrappy, she was fiery, she took no shit from Elliot which made the banter between them so perfect.
This enemies to lovers, office romance was an enjoyable read that gave some great giggles. I’m a huge fan of tropes with families and considering how Elliot talks about how much he cares for his brothers, I would like to have seen more interaction between him and all of his brothers. There were a couple of things stopping me from giving this a five-star read, one being the dating app. Elliot learns his picture is being used on a profile to basically catfish. The only way he can remove it is to log into the profile. Once he does this, he comes across a profile for a Pinkie Laroo who just happens to be Kate who has created a profile at the urging of her friends. I liked the idea of that storyline, but something about it fell flat for me. The other was Kate’s experience with art/painting. From Jameson and Tristan’s books we know Elliot is obsessed with an artist, he finally has the chance to come face to face with this artist and all I can say is fate is fate and, what’s meant to be will be. What didn’t work for me was Kate’s experience only seems to come up at the end of the book which is strange considering Elliot tells her about his obsession with an artist.
Definitely add this to your beach read for the remainder of the summer
This book was a great enemies to lovers/ fake dating tropes that were in this book. I enjoyed the witty banter between the main characters and found myself just drawn into this romance book. It was cut, steamy and had enough heartbreak/angst but still ended in a happy place
I couldn't wait to get my hands on The Casanova! Elliott Miles CEO of Miles Media in London. Kate Landon is the IT Specialist for Miles Media. And they can't stand each other until one day.
This enemies to lovers & office romance story is full of hilarious moments, witty banter, and HOT chemistry. I love how their relationship grows and in the end Elliott truly understood what Kate needed from him.
I can't wait to see what T.L. Swan has in store for Christopher.
This book was extremely steamy and at times problematic but I couldn't put it down. The tension and chemistry was off the charts! I love the enemies to lovers trope and this one did not disappoint. It's also a grump trope but it's more a grumpy heroine and a boss/workplace romance trope. This was also a modern retelling of You've Got Mail, which is one of my favorite movies but if You've Got Mail was filled with lots of sex.
I've never read this author before and now I want to read all the backlist books by her! She can write a really good romance! This book was the third in the series and I will definitely be checking out the first two. Like most romance series, this one was fine as a stand alone.
While this book had a LOT of sexy scenes, it also had depth. Kate is dealing with the grief over losing her parents suddenly in a car crash. Eliot has his own issues from being in a powerful family. The You've Got Mail storyline was played perfectly. It wasn't too prominent but it was just enough to move the story line along. I also loved the addition of new roommate Daniel and the tension that brought.
If you are looking for a very steamy romance, I definitely recommend this one.
*Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for an advanced copy. Opinions are my own.
Once again TL Swan delivers a story that's a perfect mixture of smut, drama and laughter. This was one of my most anticipated books for the summer and it did not disappoint. It ticked off all the boxes you would expect from an enemies to lovers romance trope.
I went into the book thinking I know who Elliot The Casanova's love interest is but it started off differently. There we meet Kate, who works at the Miles Media London. She is sassy, with attitude and a little bit crazy. I loved that about her. What was surprising was Elliot. I was not expecting him to be this old romantic soul with the biggest heart, searching for love. I was swooning over that. The story does start off a bit slower, with a lot of tension between the two until they finally give in. The romance really picks up at about 30% mark, and I was eating it up. It had me falling head over heels for these two and grinning. What I loved the most probably was the groveling at the end. I am a total sucker for good long groveling and this book had it. Kate really needed the time to be on her own and I am glad she got it.
We also get to see all the other Miles brothers make an appearance, as well as the cross over characters from TL's Mister series. Those scenes were always filled with great banter and laughter.
Not a surprising twist at the end, bit I still enjoyed how it all played out. If you are looking for something sweet and steamy, give this book a go.
Book 3 is in the bag baby!!! Thank you Netgalley for the ARC
Elliot Miles, another Miles Media stud muffin, lol
I loved this book, mostly. The enemies-to-lovers, office romance, boss employee tropes was ringing my bell.
Elliot and Kate hated, hated each other, until they didn't. And while the switch was a bit abrupt, I rolled with it. Swan also writes dominant male characters with heart and strong females who gives as much as they get, so that definitely kept me going
What I liked:
The continuation of the Miles men and getting to see all of them mentioned in this book was very lovely. I liked that.
Elliot and Kate was hot hot hot, like set fire to the rain hot
Oh the Smut was real, and a lot, if you are going to commit to this series, there will be smut, no complaining. The dual POVs helped to even out the playing field as well. This book was also funny as hell, this entire series is hilarious, book 2 takes the cake for me even though this one had it’s moments too.
What poked my little pet peeves?
Elliot literally sees the person he hates the most in a "non-work" outfit and his ding-a-ling went BOING!! Boy bye. Also, I was not a fan of some of his very selfish choices, but, I prevailed and liked it very much, thank you. Will I read more from this series? Absolutely
The Casanova by T.L. Swan was a swoony and steamy enemies to lovers office romance that took me to an emotional rollercoaster. I went from laughing to sighing to getting hit by angst.
Kate cannot stand her boss, Elliot Miles aka CEO of the Miles Group. He has been rude and annoying to her and it seems irritating her at work is definition of his fun. Now two things happen. One, her new roommate and personal stylist by profession starts to change what she wears and that sexy kitten behind her serious IT professional personality comes out and Elliott definitely notices that. Second, she started chatting with a stranger in a dating app with a false profile who can actually be Elliott! Now online Edgar is so sweet and deep and thoughtful. And offline Elliot wants only a sexual arrangement. What will Kate do?
So I have mixed feelings about this book. First 30% was amazing. I was enjoying Elliot's dual personality. I mean the cold and calculating and closed one that he put up for the world. And then the softer and charming and wicked fun personality. Kate is definitely a brilliant heroine. She is sassy and sensitive and has a lot of recent emotional burden but that doesn't mean she will give in easily to the casanova's flirtation. The enemies to lovers part was so good. And then..it slowed down a lot. I felt like I am on a vacation..everything going so well, so nice and the chemistry is uber hot. And I was starting to think what about all the issues? Elliot's commitment phobia. Kate's fear. None of them ready to face their feels. And at 70%..BAM. Here comes the heartbreaking angst! I felt the entire story went upside down and I didn't know how to process all the emotional attacks so fast. And I am not sure I have forgiven Elliot for that twist yet. I am pretty sure I am still raging on behalf of Kate. But they did find a HEA and I am happy for them!
I reviewed an early copy voluntarily through Netgalley
When I am in the mood for a romance, my almost-bulletproof trope is funny enemies-to-lovers. I say almost because it has to have comedy. I don't like bitter bickering, especially on the same note, and I really hate abuse in the name of love.
I almost bailed on this one because the bickering at the beginning was so over the top. But then the heroine's roommates talked her into signing up on an online dating app, and her profile had me snorting and snickering so much that I stayed with it. Then the hero, who so far did not seem like the type at all to even look at an online dating app (why, when he's been established as a super hot, billionaire man-ho who merely needs to look at a supermodel or famous actress and she hops right into the sack?) put in a profile even funnier (if you have a sixth grade sense of humor like I do).
The two begin an unlikely online friendship, at first not knowing who the other is, while the battle is going on; meanwhile, in a total stalker move, the hero watches the heroine dancing around at the copy machine when she thinks she's alone, and his hormones rocket to DEFCON 1. Though part of him is in love with a mysterious painter, whose work he has been paying millions to collect.
Oh, and enter the creepy sister.
Shenanigans ensue before the mattress-crashing, headboard-banging whoopee. Which there is a lot of. At this point, I realized that this is a broad-strokes, caricature sort of romance. The roommates are merely there in service to the heroine. The female especially is barely one dimensional. The male one, Daniel, began intriguing, but his arc never goes anywhere when he's not accommodating the heroine with expensive clothes and suchlike, then takes a turn that had me going ???
Saving graces were the humor, when it appeared. Given the very broad strokes, I also granted the motivation for the sisters' lack of relationship and what led them there, and the twist at the end. The hero is problematical all the way through, but even he turns out to have his vulnerabilities, and so it all came together for the HEA.
The best reader for this romance I think would be those who don't mind the hero being an Alphabag most of the way, before lots and lots and lots of window-shattering, bell-ringing whoopee cause him to change. Let's face it, Beauty and the Beast has been around in many forms ever since storytelling got written down.
Thank you to NetGalley for my ARC
This book hugely exceeded my expectations! Kate works at Miles Media and she and Elliot Miles have been at each other’s throats for a long time. Neither gets along, but that’s about to change.
The transition from not liking each other to being attracted to each other felt realistic (as much as you can expect realism in this type of book). Even more impressive though, was her being able to show how well the two of them got along and became friends. The dialogue was really. I genuinely felt like they had a strong connection, and fit together well emotionally.
Elliott was written as both a strong, but also tender character. I appreciate us, as I don’t like when they are written as too much alpha male and come off as a douche.
The romance, this was a long book, but I never felt like it started to drag or loose momentum. 4 1/2 stars, but rounding up because it was such an enjoyable weekend. Looking forward to reading more of her books
“The Casanova” by T. L. Swan was by far the best I’ve read in this series. Elliott and Kate are very likeable characters that have that love/hate relationship between an employee who annoys the heck out of their boss and vice versa. This story did not disappoint, and it had all the makings from angst, handsome men, steamy intimate scents, very laughable moments, and drama. There is so much banter between the two that you just knew something had to give. Realizing you have an attraction to your boss and your boss to his employee, well it makes for a sinful relationship. There were moments in the story where I found myself laughing out loud and coming to tears at the comical scenes. Just hilarious. Jamison and Tristan are mentioned here and there, however introduction is given to Christopher, the youngest of the Miles brothers. This book is romance with steamy, funny, and loveable. Highly recommend the read if you want a relaxing and funny read. A solid 5-Stars.
Thank you NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK for this ARC for my fair and honest review. All opinions are my own.
I thought Tristan would forever be my favorite Miles brother, but I’m having to reconsider after reading Elliot’s story!
The Casanova is a billionaire, workplace enemies-to-lovers romance told in dual, alternating, first person POV. It is the third installment in the Miles High Club series, with each book following one of the four Miles brothers, and could be read as a standalone.
There were so many laugh-out loud scenes in this story, ranging from teasing banter among the Miles brothers to Elliot frequently getting flustered (especially when confronted by ducks – scenes that felt very reminiscent of Tristan’s early interactions with Claire’s sons in The Takeover). Second to the characters’ interactions, the beautiful places they visited were all so immersive and beautiful without leaving the reader feeling bogged down in description – a perfect balance. As for the romance, everything between Elliot and Kate was deeply emotional and poignant, to the point that I could feel their irritation with each other in the beginning, their heartbreak during the primary conflict, and most memorably their embarrassment when they were surprised by the whole Miles family during an intimate moment! I appreciated that Kate, despite being independent and strong-willed, wasn’t obstinate about Elliot’s wealth and the role it played in their relationship, as is so often the case in billionaire romances; she instead accepted his reasonable generosity humbly and without creating drama around it. There were a few secondary characters I had trouble connecting with and understanding in the beginning of the story, but by the end their personality and/or actions made perfect sense, so if you find yourself feeling that way, don’t give up because the payoff is worth it.
My two small criticisms have nothing to do with the story and were not significant enough to affect my rating. First, I always struggle with the formatting of the chapters told from the male perspective (all text is in bold); I realize this is T.L. Swan’s signature style, and she is still one of my favorite authors, but I can never quite adjust to this. Similarly, the formatting of text/messaging exchanges doesn’t always make it clear which character is sending the message. My second minor gripe is that the blurb doesn’t seem to quite match the story, but this in no way affects the story itself nor do I think readers are being misled to read something they won’t enjoy.
I highly recommend this beautiful, emotional, and endlessly entertaining romance to any reader who loves a good blend of steam, unpredictable plot, and well-developed characters, whether they have read the previous Miles High Club books or not. I’m already excited for Christopher to get his own love story in this series, and I can’t wait to see if he sticks to his plan to take a “gap year” away from his family and fortune when he’s ready to find love!
This is the third book in the Miles High series and oh boy what a story.
This book has got to be one of my favourite books of the year, I don’t think I’ve laughed out loud at a story like I did this one, this book has it all, a great story, great banter between the characters, some hilarious moments (the animals) of course the love story and a plot twist!
I was gripped from the first page and as soon as I’d finished I had to read it again because I enjoyed it so much and of course you get to see how Jameson and Tristan are getting on so that was a plus.
Sorry Tristan but you’ve been pushed to second place now as Elliot is my new favourite Miles brother, can’t wait to see what Christopher’s story will bring.
I received an ARC from Netgalley for an honest review.
A spectacular end to this trilogy
Elliot and Kate's love-hate banter throughout the book keeps you entertained there is never a dull moment with them. I appreciate having received an advanced reader copy from NetGalley of this book.
A steamy read. The story is told in the voice of Elliot and Katy. Elliot is a playboy who has gotten tired of the lifestyle. He is slowly disengaging but doesn’t know what to do with himself. Katy works for Elliot and takes pleasure in making him angry. Their explosive angry relationship in the office moves to an explosive one in the bedroom. It is passionate roller coaster for two people who are both stubborn and want to do things their own way. You will find amusement at some antics (look for goats), and sigh at others. In the end it’s the old school romance that will get that tear in your eye.
Thank you netgalley for the e-arc! The Casanova was one of my most highly anticipated books of this year so I was absolutely stoked to read it. It’s the third book in the mile high club series by TL Swan (one of my fav authors for steamy romance!) And each book follows a different miles brother who are all swoon worthy in their own ways
Elliot is the CEO of the Miles Media UK and Kathryn is his head computer analysis in IT. This is your classic enemies to lovers, office romance. They both hate each other and aren’t afraid to make it known. But when Kate experiences a health emergency at work Elliot steps in to take care of her.
I’m not sure why but I had such a hard time connecting with Elliot & it was hard for me to find him likable. Maybe I was comparing him too much to Jameson and Tristian but his character kind of fell flat. I also feel like some parts of the story line didn’t really come together and it lacked the depth the other books had. Out of the other brothers books, I’m sad to say that this was my least fav.
It was still a good steamy read and I’d obviously recommend but it didn’t hit the mark for me. Although these can be read as standalones, I definitely recommend The Stopover first if you want to dive into the world of T.L. Swan. Also check out her Mr.’s series which in my opinion is even better than the Miles High Club Books.
T.L. Swan did not disappoint with Elliots story!! The Chemistry between Kate and Elliot is off the charts and spice is just *chefs kiss*!! I devoured this and if you like spicy romances with great characters you need to read this!
I really enjoyed this book. The ultimate Casanova Elliot Miles and the feisty Kate started off hating each other. Throw in a red netball uniform, some pain meds, a secret online chat profile and the situation starts to change! Some great chemistry between these two with some funny and sad moments thrown in as well as plenty of swoony moments all add up to a great story! Loved it! Would most definitely recommend!
Wow! T.L Swan kept us waiting for Elliot Miles book and boy did she deliver! This book is the third in the Miles High Club series and after the first two books, I couldn't wait for this one to be released! Elliot and Kathryn, aka Kate, have had a tense, no-nonsense relationship since the beginning of Kate's employment at Miles Media. Elliot was known as the Casanova, which led Kate to misconceptions about what was beneath his rough, playboy exterior. The fast-paced, witty banter between the two characters only escalated the more they became attracted to each other and began to teeter on crossing the line of the passion for the hate they developed for each other.
As the story progressed, you can see Kate melting at the compassionate, kind, generous person that Elliot is behind the exterior. Dare she think it's possible to fall in love with this man? Is she able to accept the challenges that come with being with the most eligible bachelor in town? You won't be able to put this book down once you start it!
There was just something about this book that really hit me hard with all the feels. I love reading all the Miles brothers stories so far and Elliott’s story was no exception. I laughed, I cried and I loved every minute of it! I love how the characters intertwine from previous books and it just makes me want to go back and re-read all of them and to me, that’s a sign of a fantastic Author!!!!
A sensual romance that keeps the reader engaged to the very end. Fraught with loads of sexual tension, there is an undercurrent of fate that makes the story intriguing. Interesting family dynamics and friendships add dimension to a good story.
OMG! I love this series so much! Another hot romance that I didn’t want to put down. The tension and chemistry between these two were off the charts! This was a enemies to lovers and neither one of them did anything halfway.
It made me smile, sigh and laugh out load. And then it made me crazy. You know those moments when you want to throw the book across the room? But overall the book was everything I needed. TLS always writes the best romance novels. I highly recommend this if you love angsty, stubborn sexy men and equally stubborn strong beautiful women.
Thanks Montlake via Netgalley.
Ahhh someone hold me please, because I cannot believe - I read The End, but still I can't get enough of Mr. Elliot Miles!
I was so impatient for this this book! Elliott Miles got my attention since the first time I've met him in this series. From that exactly moment I knew - when he will take my heart, it will beat for Him forever... Was there any suprise, after finishing The Casanova??? Definitely not. Elliott has owned my heart.
The Casanova is everything what I expected and so so SO much more! It was probably the most intense book from the entire series, if we're talking about emotional part. From the first pages author is throwing readers into deep water. There is no mercy, my dear Friends! The Casanova is full of angst, with sinfully delicious banter (AND CHEMISTRY) between main characters. I literally lived to hear how they are fighting with erach other, until tge moment when they starting to realize... that all they need is love!!!! These strong characters are the best kind of entertainment, You could only imagine. Adventure with Miles Family is like living daily on carnival haha
I highly recommend this title for every reader. Romances, written like TL Swan's ones... will never die, for sure.
Love love loved The Casanova! Another brilliant book gem from T L Swan that I highly recommend, you won’t be disappointed! Enjoy!!
The Casanova by T.L Swan is book 3 in the Miles High Series. Each story is a stand-alone novel and can be read in any order. This is my first read by this author, and I'm intrigued.
This enemies to lovers series has it all. The development of the story was hilarious and then spectacularly romantic. The dreamer in me loved every second of it. Kate is not afraid to call out Elliot and his poor behavior. Elliot, like me is a dreamer. He is passion personified and lives it in everything that he does. There's no half of anything with this man, it is all or nothing.
That being said, my biggest thought at about 50% of this novel was, where is the conflict? When is the proverbial shoe going to drop, and when it finally did I was like well, are you really surprised? Actually no, I wasn't and I was ready to annihilate this review with how disappointed I was. But then, Ms. Swan made me fall in love again in about 30 pages flat. So well done, and worth every second of this read.
If you're looking for romance, you found it. This story is for the dreamers, the believers of a fairy tale, and for those who love, love.
I was provided an arc of this book by netgalley, in exchange of an honest and unbiased review.
Enjoy.
The Casanova is unputdownable and entertaining page-turner. TL Swan delivered an amazing enemies to lovers, office romance full of emotions. I laughed, I cried and there was even a moment when I got pissed while reading this book.
Kate and Elliot were such a fantastic couple. I cheered them on from the very beginning and was happy to see them moving towards happiness. It wasn’t an easy journey for them but so worth it in the end. If you like reading about strong, feisty heroines and sexy, grumpy heroes, then I highly recommend this book. The Casanova just made it to my list of favorite office romances.
Holy smokes! Elliot and Kate are on fire!
Elliot and Kate are pure hateful enemies right from the start, until a different perspective forces Elliot to view Kate in a whole new light. Even so, his pursuit of her starts off very selfishly, and I absolutely loved how she kept him on his toes and forced him to up his game. There are a couple truly laugh-out-loud moments as they dance around their new but undeniable chemistry, but the intensity and scorching hot attraction is always front and center.
It's been a long time since I've read a bosshole as reprehensible as Elliot. That the author was still able to show us his soft underbelly and redeem him in the end was nothing short of amazing. This is an office romance unlike any other I've ever read, mostly due to the unmitigated power and control that defines Elliot Miles.
Both Elliot and Kate have secrets, some more consequential than others. The shocking twist at the end was exquisitely executed and brought a level of sweet completion to their HEA that I didn't see coming. I savored every chapter of this fascinating story then promptly shelved it on my to-be-read-again list.
As a standalone, you don't have to have read either of the two earlier books, but they're just as good as this one and I highly recommend the entire series. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
I seriously love this book so much! I‘m so addicted to anything TL Swan!
The Casanova is another all new novel in the Miles High Club! This one is about Elliot who‘s the CEO of the UK devision of Miles Media and his „favorite“ employee Kathryn Landon.
These two are like fire and ice! Steamy, emotional and just so good! I could not stop reading their story. TL Swan always breaks our heart and then puts it back together as if she didn‘t stomp all around it for a long time!
5+++ ⭐️
“𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀, 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲… 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂”
Elliot is the CEO of the London headquarters of Miles Media where Kate is also the IT manager there. The two have absolutely hated each other for years until he sees her in a red dress and suddenly things change.
The first 30% was so much fun; the pure hate Kate and Elliot had for each other was hilarious, the banter and their chemistry was off the charts. The steamy scenes especially were so good because Elliot has such a filthy mouth
I really liked the progression of their relationship however Kate seemed to suddenly change from being such a fiesty and independent person to being completely love sick over Elliot and lost her backbone and ballsy attitude. She did eventually get it back in the end and really made him work for it. There was quite a significant plot twist that I did not see that coming at all like whoa.
Elliot took a while to grow on me and then around 80% he made a questionable decision which made me so frustrated with him. However having said that his overall development was nice to see and it was refreshing seeing how romantic and sweet he was with kate.
Overall this was a fun read with a great underlying plot, if you believe in fate and love some enemies to lovers then you’ll love this one!
<i>*thank you so much netgalley, amazon publishing uk and t l swan for an arc in exchange for an honest review*</i>
4 Who Are You Really Stars
* * * * Spoiler Free-A Quick Review
This was another read about an inter-office romance. I seem to have had a trend lately. I happened to like this one for the most part as there was the realization between both characters that there was more to them than they had thought. It was sexy, yet also had romantic wistful moments.
A happy surprise for me.
I just love the Miles' brothers and this book is Elliot Miles' story. Some people have a love/hate relationship, but Elliot "Casanova" Miles and Kathryn "Kate" Landon have more of a hate/hate relationship. Elliot refers to her as the wicked witch of the west while Kate refers to him as King A$$hole and the fun part is that he is her boss! The snark between these two is off the charts funny!
When Kate's roommates sign her up for one of those dating apps one drunken night under a funny, fake name, Kate decides to play along to prove a point. At the same time one of Elliot's brothers sees that someone has used Elliot's picture on their profile on the same app. In order to contact the app owner, Elliot has to create a profile and that is when the fun begins. Unbeknownst to each other Elliot and Kate start to connect. They have such fun, down to Earth conversations hiding behind fake names.
In the meantime, Elliot starts noticing Kate in a different way and starts pursuing her until she finally gives in. Things are going wonderfully until a recluse painter, Harriet Boucher, that Elliot is obsessed with is found, then everything goes downhill. It will take a huge effort for these two to get back together, but it happens in a wonderful way for the perfect happy ending.
I just loved Casanova by TL Swan which is the third book in the Miles High Club series. This steamy, enemy to lover, boss/employee story is perfect. The sassy banter between Kate and Elliot made me laugh out loud many times. I just adored both main characters as well and Elliot's brothers and Kate's friends. Overall this is a wonderful addition to this must read series.
We are once again brought into the Miles High Club and are certainly in for a treat with Elliot Miles head of the UK division of Miles Media. A man that likes to keep his private life just that private but unfortunately his name and handsome face has given him more than his share of publicity so he brushes it off. People rarely see the real Miles and that is quite a shame as he is more than a pretty face. He throws himself into his work and rarely gets irritated with his employees except for her, Kate is the bane of his existence. She is constantly challenging him and they never see eye to eye. She is the most infuriating woman that he has ever met.
Oh how I fell in love with Kathryn Landon head of IT for Miles Media and the thorn in her arrogant boss's side. She cannot stand the smug, arrogant man and just hearing his voice is like nails on a chalk board for her. Now let's get into her personal life her lack there of. She has decided the dating pool is a bit cloudy and oh so limited so she creates a fake dating profile. When she begins chatting with Edgar she realizes that even though he is half way around the world the late night chats and funny banter is keeping her occupied.
The work world is about to shift when Elliot who is working late one night finds a strange sight on the security cameras that more than catches his attention. There is a fine line between love and hate . Kate and Elliot are about to walk that line and a whole heck of a lot more! Oh my heavens this couple had the most wonderfully witty, sarcastic banter and you know that the whole underlying tension is going to come to a head !! Get ready for a funny, emotional, steamy battle with Kate and Elliot !
~~Michele McMullen ~~
What a fun, sexy read in the Miles High Club Series. I have always been a huge fan of TL Swan and this series in particular and Elliot Miles was no exception. Kate and Elliot have extreme sexual tension off the charts and bring the heat when they do begin their relationship. The angst kept me on the edge of my seat flipping page after page. A great enemies to lovers that packs a huge punch!
Ugh! As always, TL Swan leaves you with all the feels! A fantastic enemies to lovers that will take you on one heck of a rollercoaster ride. Elliot and Kate’s snarky banter is fantastic and the chemistry between the two of them is off the chain. Plenty of OW/OM drama and a surprise plot twist will keep you hooked to the end!
Story: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Trope: enemies to lovers
Angst: 😰😰😰😰
Smexy: 🔥🔥🔥
Triggers: none
I jumped into this book without having read the first two and I can say that I am so glad I did. Even without reading the first two, I was able to follow the story of Elliot Miles and Kathryn Landon perfectly. And what a story theirs was. I couldn’t help but fall a little in love with Casanova Miles myself. Reading the struggle they both had in admitting their attraction and eventually love was priceless. I felt a glimpse of what finding true love could be for two who come from different worlds, yet I felt deep down had a lot in common. With some humor, romance, and a surprise ending, this book is absolutely one of the best I have read this year. I will be reading the first two in the series soon.
* I received an ARC NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. *
OMFG you have done it again TL Swan absolutely phenomenal. You never know where Tee will take you but you know that you are going to feel every emotion there possibly is. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Just do not do it justice.
This book 3 in the Miles High series and is as good as the first 2 books.
With this book you get Elliot Miles who is a
Mega Hot Alpha that is grumpy and moody but really just old school romantic that is passionate about keeping life private.
And a very Fiesty take no crap Kathryn Landon who as gone through alot in the past and is still struggling. She as hated him since the day she started working for him and so there story begins.
Enemies to lovers.
Boss and employee love story.
This book is full of hot sexy scenes with lots of laugh out loud moments with the added touch of banter, and dont forget the tears.
My review just doesnt do this book justice its definitely worth the read.
This was such a great office enemies to lovers standalone romance story. The beginning of it started off a little slow but I can honestly say that this story has to be the funniest story I have read so far this year. I laughed out loud more than a few times and laughed so hard that my eyes watered. The 911 scene, the duck scene, the goat and the ending had me laughing and smiling so much my face hurt. Kathryn (Kate) and Elliot's story was full of sexual tension, steamy, sweet, and funny scenes with great friends and even crazier family members. This is a story that I could definitely read more than once and one I will be recommending to all my friends. I'm definitely looking forward to reading more books from this author.
Funny and entertaining, The Casanova is an enemies to lovers romance full of banter, fun, drama, angst, twists, steam and all the feels. The hero and heroine have hated each other for 7 years so get ready for some explosive passion.
Cassanova by TL Swan
This is the third book in Miles High series, a enemies to lovers, office romance trope
Cassanova Elliott is dreaming to meet an elusive artist whose paintings he is obsessed with. He doesn't have time for the infuriating employee Kate who makes him frustrated everytime they meet. They also chat up with anonymous names on a dating site showing their true nature to each other
The story is how fate brings two people who are destined for each other brought together despite how much they fight along the way. I liked how sweet Elliott was in the last part of the book trying to get Kate.
If you have read this series before you would know that Miles brothers are are all rich handsome, and stubborn as hell men who wins the love of their life after a fight!! Rating the order of awesomeness, I liked Tristan (second book) the best
Recommend to all Romance readers who like office Romance trope. The first two books are amazing so even though this can be standalone do not skip the books
I absolutely loved this beautiful, breathtaking and sizzling story that consumed me from word one as I devoured this book! Elliot and Kate are so much fun to read about as their relationship grows from antagonistic to flirty, to sizzling, to love, and so much more. They begin their working relationship on the wrong foot, but something happens and they begin to see each other in a whole new light. They loved to play power games that would turn into their foreplay, leading to sizzling hot passion, but they would also have fun and laugh together, which I loved. They took time to discover they were completely different than their first impressions. Elliot on the surface was powerful, dominant, and surly, but underneath he was a true romantic with a soft heart that he didn't show many. Kate was heartbroken after the sudden loss of her parents and hid behind her work. Elliot brought out her adventurous, yet loving side and helped her want to live and experience all that life had to offer. They made each other better people. But they were both holding back, and when their secrets were revealed, it broke both their hearts. Now they need to figure out if they are worth fighting for. I loved Elliot and Kate together, and I was completely invested, caring deeply for them as I cheered for their HEA. I love a great grand gesture and this had one that had me totally swooning! This moving and heartfelt story was a roller coaster ride with witty banter, push/pull emotions, and hot steamy passion, which is everything I crave to read, and loved every moment!
Gah! 4.5 stars! This was so good. I have really enjoyed this series, so much so that I completely remember these characters even though I read the first two books a year (300 books) ago.
I love a good enemies to lovers that is not a secret. But there are secrets a plenty in this book. One the secrets, however, is not how steamy Elliot and Kate get in the bedroom. Wowza. After 7 years of hating each other they make up for it in a big way.
Despite the fact that it is a pretty long book, this was such a fast read for me. You are just dying to see what happens next with these two and there are so many unexpected twist and turns.
There’s a bit of an epistolary slant to the story, too which I loved. If you recently liked To Sir, With Love… I liked this one more!
I loved how Elliott brought Kate out of her shell and I swooned over lovestruck Elliott. But by the same token, there were times that I wanted to shake them both. And that kind of emotional investment in the characters makes for a great book. I really loved these two!!
Sometimes I forget until I read a @tlswanauthor book how much I enjoy her stories, I need to put her on my one-click list!
I received an advance reader copy from NetGalley and Amazon publishing and these are my honest opinions.
I really really enjoyed reading this story so obviously I definitely recommend it.
Kate and Elliot are each great characters in their own right but together are even better. There's amazing chemistry between them so when reading it just makes it so enjoyable and easy.
This is a sexy, funny and sweet story, but with enough drama to make you just want to keep reading. Great for the reader not so much for the sleeper :)
🖼Billionaire
🖼Office Romance
🖼Enemies-to-Lovers
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“All those years, all that time . . . it was you,” he whispers.”
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Review: This is book 3 in the Miles High Club series. I love this series so much. TL Swan just has a way of writing the most delicious men. Tristan (book 2) is still my ultimate book boyfriend so I was worried how Elliott would measure up, but boy did he surpass my expectations. I re-read The Stopover (3rd time) and The Takeover (2nd time) before reading The Casanova because I wanted to remember and relive everything from these brothers.😍 I can't get enough of them!
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Kate is a strong, fiesty IT Manager at Miles Media. She endured a tragedy years ago causing her to shut down and lock her heart up tight.
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Elliott is the CEO of the London and German devisions of Miles Media. He has expensive taste and has no apologies for it.
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Kate and Elliott have worked together for years, but have always hated one another. Till one day, something switches. Both deny it and fight it, until fate intervenes. Oh my gosh these two! Total opposites, but I loved them so much. I struggled to put the book down because I couldn't get enough. Their chemistry was undeniable. Elliott is the dirty talking KING and I loved it! Wowza! The banter between him and Kate was perfect. I laughed so hard I cried, cried sad tears, swooned and even got upset and wanted to smack Elliott upside the head. It will take you on a roller coaster of emotions in the best way! The twists I didn't see coming were perfect. This book was amazing and I highly recommend it along with this entire series. I loved getting to see all the Miles brothers and get updates on Jameson, Emily, Tristan, Claire and of course all the kids. I CANNOT wait for Christopher's book next. These books are why I love TL Swan's work so much. She will forever be one of my unicorn authors!
Happy publication book to the Casanova!
I love this series soooo much! I was happy to receive this ARC in exchange for my honest review. I truly hope that T. L. Swan will write more books! This is steamy, heartbreaking and funny book, exactly how romance should be!
4.5 Stars!
Author T.L. Swan has another winner with The Casanova, the third installment from The Miles High Club series. This book may be enjoyed as a standalone, however, don't pass on the chance to read books one and two, because they are amazing as well.
Kate Landon loves her job in IT at Miles Media. However, her sparring matches with Elliot Miles, the CEO, leave them both exhausted at times. Kate is talented and beautiful, and Elliot is a smart and well-known for his womanizing ways. They share a spark which evolves into a meaningful relationship, something that both of them thought they did not want or need.
This book has a bit of everything....steamy sex scenes, clever banter, humor and a huge plot twist. Both Kate and Elliot are fascinating characters and easy to get to know. The emotional scenes were heartrending. Overall, a solid romantic read that should not be missed.
Complimentary copy provided by the publisher via NetGalley.
If you are a fan of steamy love scenes and complicated relationships, this is the book for you. Not sure I'd want a boyfriend/husband like Elliott but obviously Kate can handle him. Read this in one sitting as I couldn't put it down. Also loved Pinko and Edgar, but you'll have to read the book to find out why.
T.L. Swan is a recent discovery for me- I’ve loved her super steamy, somewhat angsty, often humorous romances that seem to have such a particular flair. Highly consumable- and highly entertaining. But, unfortunately, this one was a bit of a miss for me.
It started out incredibly promising - I was hooked immediately by the entertaining dynamic between IT team member Kate and her sexy boss, CEO of the London Miles Group. Firey chemistry, flirty and heated banter, tension galore- all the things I love about a enemies to lovers story. Eliot is initially a pompous, frustrating alpha boss and Kate is sassy and clever- and a really delicious chemistry is brewing between them, particularly as Kate starts flirty with what might be Elliot's sweeter and charming swoony-worthy online alter ego on a dating site.
Giddily, I couldn’t stop turning the pages, and while I still flew through this story, I found parts of it disappointing to me personally. Overall, it just felt too long and the drama dragged out in places, and while I found the characters captivating early on, the more their story unfolded, the more I found that I was frustrated with them- almost like they regressed into themselves instead of growing as characters. Kate who started as such a compelling and strong heroine loses a lot of her spark- walked on by her despicable sister and ultimately by Elliot. And Elliot, oh Elliot. I have a hard time still seeing him as a true Casanova for Kate after some really frustrating decisions. The end of the book hit you with a lot of drama and some twists that while Kate may have forgiven, I’m not sure I would. But alas, this is not my love story, it’s theirs- I’m glad they had their HEA and their journey was an interesting one, just not my favorite from TL Swan. But the steam level is HIGH and super yummy.
I’ve loved this series- and even if this third book is my least favorite of the three, TL’s writing continues to compel me to come back for more!
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The Takeover is still my favorite of the series so far.
I loved this story, but I couldn't give it 5 stars because Elliott had two and a half moments that made me cuss at him while reading.
I was so mad at him and I didn't totally forgive him.
Elliott is grouchy, but also soft with Kate.
It's one of those - the H doesn't want a serious relationship, but doesn't want anyone else to have the h either.
I loved the "twist" in the story, but I did figure it out earlier and it's a little too coincidental, but romance books are made to be fated and happily ever afters.
The wildlife were hilarious and the cameos from the brothers were awesome.
I'm looking forward to Christopher's book.
I absolutely loved this book. I feel that I’ve gone through the entire gamut of emotions reading The Casanova. In no particular order I’ve felt hate, anger, love, amusement, frustration and even felt tears well up at one point and all usually down to the actions of the hero. This is the ultimate enemies to lovers story where my sympathies lie entirely with the heroine. Elliott Miles is the ultimate stereotype of what becomes of spoilt brats – they grow up to be arrogant and elitist businessmen with a childish streak a mile wide. His one redeeming feature is the love he has for his family. Basically as a character he is a complete pig and one that you love to hate…. until he meets his ‘inherited’ farmyard menagerie, at which point my heart melted, in between the fits of laughter that is, as he came to terms with country life and the fact that it’s not only the household variety of pets that are for life. The heroine Kate is the perfect foil for him even though I do feel she should be a redhead the way her temper erupts any time they clash but then she does have the same effect on Elliott. The sparks really do fly whenever they are in the same room. It was obvious right from the start that when they did finally make as far as the bedroom they would set the sheets on fire, the chemistry between them was so electric.
I honestly didn’t think this book could be as good as the Takeover but I think it might just be better but that sets the bar high for Christopher’s book when it’s released.
First, I've read the first two books in the series and have been looking forward to this one for a while. I was disappointed to start reading it and saw that it was enemies to lovers. Not my favorite. But this was more than that thank goodness. But let me get the complaints out of the way first. There were abrupt scene changes. Several times I was wait, what? Oh, okay. And the messages back and forth, sometimes it was hard to tell who was saying what. They weren't labeled in any way. It would have been nice to have more distinction.
This book was a page turner. I hope no one gives it away. I pieced together some, but not all, and it still had a wow factor. I laughed so many times, it just took a little while to get to the fun stuff. I ended up enjoying it more than I expected when I initially started it. Not a let down in the least.
Fated for love
I couldn’t have asked for a better first experience with this author! This book is a true enemies to lovers experience. There are so many poignant moments and sets of prose that brought me to tears, they were interspersed with blasts of fiery anger and equally fiery passion, not to mention those moments of sheer joy and laughter, all of which combined perfectly making it impossible to put down until the very end. I love the family ties and the characters captured my imagination as well as my heart. This book was everything I hoped for and so much more! I can’t wait to read the previous books in the series and look forward to seeing what happens next.
The dual relationship was a great twist on a traditional trope! Elliot & Kate were perfectly imperfect people! TL Swan...you did it again!
Elliot Miles is exactly the kind of hero you would probably never want to give the time of day to in real life, but makes for a fantastic love interest in your romance book. I loved the interactions between him and Kathryn in the beginning and how they rubbed each other the wrong way so that they both brought out the worst in each other. The chemistry is intense and this book is everything I look for in a romance - fun, angsty and steamy!
This is the third book in The Miles High Club series, but definitely a standalone - however all of these books have been great reads so I recommend reading them all! This is my favorite of the series so far!
I received an Advance Reader Copy and have voluntarily left an honest review.
“And, with an intimacy i've never known, she takes me. And hold me. And ruins me forever.”
Tropes: hate to love, office romance, boss x employee, age gap, billionaire romance.
Leaving behind 7 years of grief, Kate Landon is ready to start living her life again, but a dating profile is not in her plans so she is taking her friend's suggestion as a joke, creating the most ridiculous profile and getting a match from someone who is obviously taking this as a joke too. But conversations with this man are starting to feel ever deeper and closer... and slightly similar to Elliot Miles, Kate's asshole billionaire boss whom she loves to infuriate so much.
This was my first TL Swan book, and even when it's the third installment in a series, it can be perfectly read like a standalone. I wasn't sure what to expect here, but even though I have my complaints, this story hooked me from the start. The sarcastic relationship between Kate and Elliot started from her first day of work, and from that moment on they cannot stand each other, always bringing out the worst in each other, but two incidents involving Kate bring Elliot closer to her, and perhaps there's something beyond dislike between them.
There's a lot of drama, miscommunication, and angsthere, but that makes this "casual romance" that much more interesting. There are some confusing dialogues and scene changes, and I don't agree with some of Elliot's decisions near the end of the story (to be honest, I wouldn't have taken him back), but I liked how the separation time and groveling was handled.
ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.
Not sure about this book….
This is the first book I’ve read by this author; I received an ARC of this book from the publisher. The writing is very well done, and editing looks good. But I was disappointed with the overall story- it was too predictable and too long. There were inspired sections of the book, but between 50 and 60 percent ‘I could already tell how the story was going to turn, and I began to not care how the characters were going to resolve their relationship. Funny and interesting in parts, and then dull and at cross-purposes in others, I couldn’t wait to finish it. I will read the first two books in this series, and hope that the characters are truer to their beginnings. 3.5 stars, rounded up to 4.
***** Thank you, Net Galley, for the free ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review! *****
The Casanova is the third book in the Miles High series. We follow Elliot, the brother of the previous books’ heroes.
Elliot has been searching for the reclusive and elusive artist that painted a series of paintings that have captivated him for years. He is the CEO of the UK branch of Miles Media, which he runs with his brothers. There, he works with Kathryn, who runs the IT Department.
Kathryn and Elliot have been butting heads since she began working at Miles Media. One day, however, Elliot sees Kathryn in a different light (😉) and hate slowly turns to lust. They start a fling, but Elliot is holding himself back and trying to deny his growing feelings for Kate.
I really enjoyed reading Elliot and Kate’s love story. They were both stubborn (Elliot more so) and had some issues to work through, but it was lovely watching them fall in love.
There is also some pretty good groveling in this book, which I really enjoyed. The person groveling really needed to grovel, and I was so glad they weren’t let off the hook easily. I hate when books do that! TL Swan delivered a damn fine grovel in this book, and I appreciate that. ♥️
There were also some literal laugh out loud moments in this book. The ducks. The horny goat. The ram. It was delightful. 😂🤣
The only thing that kept this from being a five star is that it just didn’t quite reach the same level as the previous book in the series. I adored Tristan and Elliot just wasn’t as much of a perfect hero as he was. I didn’t feel right giving this a five star when I didn’t enjoy it as much as The Takeover. Am I weird for rating series this way? lol
I’m so glad I snagged the ARC of this. This is definitely a top tier series, and I will definitely be grabbing the ARC of the next book if I can.
In this third book you get to delve into the lovable, playboy brother, Elliot Miles. What starts as an enemies to lovers, ends with a twist no one sees coming. This romance has it all, and is well written. The spice is pretty high, so if that isn’t your thing I would stray away. All in all, 4 star read.
I wanted to love this book and I honestly did at first. But then Elliot just let me down and I couldn't get over it easily, so I had to deduct a star.
Kate is an IT Manager for Miles Media in London. When we're introduced to Kate & Elliot, we see Kate being a royal B and Elliot utterly frustrated with his nemesis. They literally hate each other and I was questioning how those two could be the lead characters in a romance. It wasn't a great first impression of Kate, that's for sure. But then Miles starts to like what he sees on camera and discovers that hot woman he's admiring is his nemesis. After that, he finds it hard to ignore Ms. Landon. Add to this the fact that both Elliot and Kate setup fake dating profiles on an app and strike up a friendship under their aliases. Only they don't know who the other person is initially, so it really makes things interesting.
Kate is a strong, confident woman, at least for the first half of the book she is. Then she becomes weak, lets her sister run over her emotionally and even lets Elliot keep her as his dirty little secret for way too long to be comfortable. I get why Elliot wanted to keep her hidden. After all, we see how bad the paparazzi is towards the end. But I didn't agree with it after they were together as long as they were.
Elliot came off like a Christian Grey copycat quite often. He was the rich, dominant, cold, distant, rough (he was a biter), alpha male (without the poor upbringing) that kept his girl at arm's length. At least Christian had a good reason for being the distant guy he was. I didn't feel like Elliot really had a good reason to act the way he did throughout the book and it broke my heart to see Kate getting the cold shoulder.
The icing on the crap cake was when Elliot chose a mystery woman over Kate. I absolutely hated him for what he did, especially since he knew that Kate was aware who he was going to see and why. He didn't want to live with any 'what ifs' or regrets and in the end, he regretted that decision. I'll be clear, he doesn't cheat on her physically, but emotionally, yes, I believe he did and that's what upsets me the most. He broke her heart willingly and then he decides quickly after meeting this other woman that he made a mistake and really loves Kate. I wasn't feeling any good things towards Elliot after that. And that plot twist related to that woman?!? And then the awkward situation with Daniel/Kate? It was all just too much and over-the-top.
I will admit that when Elliot was at his country home, I loved the person he was. He was utterly adorable with the ducks and goats (they kept me laughing). He was a gentle soul at that point and it was like an entirely different person was in his body from the 'work' Elliot. I wouldn't have minded more of that version of the hero.
I rarely complain about it, but this book was way too focused on the sexy moments and it became repetitive after a while. I wanted to see the relationship develop, not bedroom or wall scenes over and over.
This was the first T.L. Swan book I've read, so I wasn't familiar with the author or the previous characters in this series. However, I think this one can be read as a standalone. I may go back and read the previous books since I enjoyed getting to meet Elliot's other brothers. They seem a little more down-t0-earth than Elliot.
I was incredibly excited for this book to come out thanks to the little glimpses of Elliot we got from the other books in the Miles High Club series. The story was funny and sweet, and definitely not what I was expecting as it didn’t go in the direction I thought it would. It was still a captivating romance between the two main characters, and typical TL Swan, the reader is immersed in an emotional rollercoaster that will leave you swooning. Even though things felt like they were dragging a little at the beginning, the plot twists kept me on the edge of my seat and made it all worth it. If you haven’t given this author an opportunity before, I highly recommend you do. The only reason I didn’t give ‘The Casanova’ 5 stars was due to grammatical errors, but overall it was a nice read.
TL Swan and the Miles High Club has been on my tbr list for a while now and I was so excited to finally give this series a go.
I'll admit it did take me a while to get into The Casanova. I had to slowly get accustomed to the writing style and general storyline (each book seems to be about a different Miles family member with lots of over-the-top drama), but once I did -- oh boy, I could not put this down.
As mentioned, this book contains drama. Lots of 'will they, won't they', some miscommunication and assumptions, and a ton of steamy reunions. The heroine is sassy, stubborn, and independent. The hero is used to getting his way. From an initial and long-standing dislike of each other, watching these two characters develop a romantic interest was highly entertaining. And by the end of this book, I now know I need to go back and read the first two in this series immediately.
I'm a huge fan of this series and this book is no exception!
This is a great enemies to lovers story. Elliot can be hard to deal with and he can be very intense, but he inside he's a romantic who is looking for something extraordinary. Kate isn't afraid of what she wants but she doesn't know how to get it, she can be stubborn and she can slightly overreact. When they decide to hookup exclusively, neither of them expects it to become anything more than that, Kate is looking to see if she can feel anything after the death of her parents six years ago, and Elliot cannot seem to get Kate out of his mind.
The Casanova has some surprising reveals which truly caught me off guard and had some actual laugh out loud moments. Overall, I really enjoyed this one and if you haven't started this series yet and you love steamy reads and a good love story, pick these up.
Ahhh this book was so good. I binged read the first two book before this one and that was a great idea. I am now completely in love with the Miles brothers and all three books have made me cry laugh and smile like an idiot. Elliot and Kate’s relationship was an amazing journey to follow and I loved the enemies to lovers trope. Elliot is the king of dirty talk and my god I screamed at the plot twist 80% through even though I had an inkling about it. I highly recommend this book. 5/5⭐️
I'm so glad I get to read this one because I've been meaning to read the first two books of the series. I did not disappoint. I really enjoyed Elliot and Kate's story. They have the hot chemistry and their banter was hilarious. Their tension is steamy and off the charts. I definitely loved how Kate made him work for it.
I absolutely loved these two's story and them together. I laughed and cried a lot. The twist at the end was totally unexpected. I also loved seeing the brothers together. I had so much fun, their banter got me in stitches. I definitely have to read the author's backlist now.
Thank you to NetGalley and Amazon for the eARC in exchange for an honest review!
This is officially my new favorite “Miles Brother” book. If you loved The Stopover and The Takeover- you will not be disappointed.
Elliot Miles can not stand his IT manager Kathryn Landon. She makes his life hell, and he’s never had a kind word to say about her. Kathryn can’t stand her hard headed boss, and only stays at her job to spite him. Until a chance match on a dating site neither wanted to be on set the wheels in motion…
This enemies to lovers romance is full of twists and turns, and it will rip your heart out, but I promise it’s worth it.
Does Elliot do stupid things that infuriate you? Absolutely. He is not perfect, but their love story is fantastic. Some elements of this book are a bit predictable, but as far as KU romances go- this one is top notch!
*So glad there’s another brother so this series can continue!
Was I ever thrilled to bits when Netgalley and TL Swan sent me this ARC to read! I totally adore everything TL writes and have especially enjoyed The Miles High Club series.
The Miles brother's are known for being gorgeous, powerful and arrogant and Elliot is more of the same well known for his glittering social life and the string of beautiful women on his arm that have earned him the nickname "Casanova". Kathryn Landon is his arch nemesis, in charge of the office computer systems and indispensable to his company, unfortunately she is also the person who gets on his last nerve and makes his life at work hell. Kathryn hates him in return and gives as good as she gets in their office war of words.
While checking his security system Elliot finds something totally unexpected on his screen that turns his life upside down. What follows is a romantic romp that is hilarious in parts and heartbreaking in others filled with fun characters such as Kathryn's roommate Daniel and not so nice characters like her sister. The path to true love is never easy to navigate but Elliot and Kathryn find it more difficult than most and their underlying fear that they will never find the right person stands in the way of their happiness.
Ms Swan gives us an all consuming story that is impossible to put down with gorgeous swoon worthy Elliot who despite being an ogre to Kathryn in the office is really a romantic teddy bear at heart and strong determined Kathryn who's heart can so easily be broken. It is a must read if you are a fan of TL Swan.
I really loved this book by a new to me author. Lots of emotion and laughs. I need to read the rest of the books in this series!
Earlier this year I got hooked on The Miles High Club and I have not looked back since.
In the third instalment of the series, Elliot Miles (head of the London branch of Miles Media) goes head to head with Kathryn Landen, a woman who knows what she wants - and it isn't him. But their office rivalry goes from hate to love and both of them are unsettled by the change. But the strain of keeping their relationship a secret from the paparazzi and the people who know them best catches up to them and they have to decide if what they feel for one another is worth it.
This was really fun. It's not my favourite in the series (The Takeover still holds that title), but I do enjoy a hate to love, office romance.
At the beginning of the novel we're introduced to Elliot and Kate and their acrimonious working relationship, and while he is an absolute jerk to her, she absolutely gives as good as she gets. A chance encounter outside the office and then an accident after hours in the office, and Elliot's beginning to question his feelings towards her. Both characters are bossy, independent, and don't like to show weakness in front of others. And while Kate is definitely the more stable of the two, as we spend more time with Elliot we start to see that he has a public image and a private life that he tries to keep separate. This causes tension, but also makes for some very swoon-worthy scenes.
That said, the third-act break up in this book is definitely not going to be to everyone's taste - throughout the series, we've known that Elliot collects artwork by a particular artist who's identity is unknown. He's spent the last few years building up an image of the woman in his mind and when he finally finds out who it is, he leaves Kate to chase her down. This was, admittedly, not my favourite thing in the book (but I saw it coming a mile off, along with the big reveal for who it was). The only redeeming quality was that he had to grovel his butt off to get her back (and everyone around him told him to his face that he was an absolute idiot).
T.L. Swan continues to impress, and considering this book is over 500 pages, her style is so good that it never feels like you're reading a tome.
Kate and Elliott’s story might just be my favourite in the series. Can easily be read as a standalone.
It’s a witty enemies to lovers read with that delicious TL Swan chemistry. Plenty of banter, a cast of characters I loved and an ending that made me smile. Definitely recommend.
2 stars!
Sadly, did not like this book. I didn't connect with the characters, and skimmed the entire book.
Flipping heck! This series just gets better and better. Book 3 sees Elliott Miles front and centre as he searches for his extraordinary. Could that be his archenemy Kate Landon? Head of IT in his London office. For 7 years they’ve despised each other, wound each other up, and argued at every opportunity. Until the red netball dress. A funny, super sexy and addictive read. I was laughing out loud throughout. Elliott was so funny, add in his brothers and I was in Miles heaven. I loved Kate’s passion and drive, and of course her smart mouth, she gave as good as she got. Together they were truly combustible, passion personified. Of course there’s a little added drama as well, and I’ve got to say, I did actually shed a tear or two. Let’s not forget the angry ducks and lustful goats and I was in my element. I loved it. I recently an advanced copy of this book. This is my honest review.
The Casanova is book #3 in The Miles High Club series by author T.L. Swan. This is an enemies-to-lovers, office romance and can be read as a standalone. I've thoroughly enjoyed reading all the books in The Miles High series and The Casanova did not disappoint. This book had everything you could want in a T.L Smith novel. Drama, banter, chemistry and humor. This book had me laughing out loud at some of the scenes while feeling heartache in others. I don't know how she does it, but this Australian author gets better with every book she writes.
Elliot 'Casanova' Miles is well known for being an eligible bachelor and billionaire. This guy has women falling at his feet and could have anything he wants. Well, almost everything. What he wants is for the annoying woman in IT to stop giving him a hard time. It's been that way for seven years and he has never despised a woman as much as he despises Kate, even going as far as offering her whatever it takes to get her to resign. That is until he watches her dancing in the photocopy room and soon thoughts of hate turn to thoughts of lust. What happens when he makes his intentions known, will it end up blowing up in his face or will it be the best decision he's ever made?
Kate has been with Miles Media for seven years and has hated her boss since she's started. She gets a new roommate who insists on giving her a makeover and sets up a dating profile, which lifts her spirits. A feeling she hasn't felt since losing her parents. Things start to change when the boss she hates starts paying attention to her. But what happens when she learns that her boss happens to be the same guy she's been texting on the dating app?
I absolutely adored this story. Elliot was such an alphahole who turned charming, and although I hated how he hurt Kate, he redeemed himself nicely. Kate is a sassy spitfire but kind and caring. I loved their love-hate, push-pull romance. Think of those seven years as foreplay before they finally gave in to one another. I can't give this book enough stars as it was absolutely amazing, and did I mention that I adore the roommate Daniel? That guy is a character and could have his own book. Can't wait for more T.L. Swan.
A big thank you to NetGalley and Montlake Publishing for the ARC. I am voluntarily reviewing this book. I liked this book. I was sort of surprised as the male lead is sort of a butt. He comes across that way at first anyway. I loved Kathryn!! She is a hoot. I enjoyed the interactions between Kathryn and Daniel. Her sister is not a nice person! Spoiler sorry...4 stars
This is the 3rd book in a series. I enjoyed the first book, LOVED the second and liked this one. The dynamic between Kate and Elliott was interesting however I wonder how realistic it would be to speak to an employee and a boss the way these two did, not sure that it would work in the real world. I like the character of Kate, she was a strong woman and Elliott was winning me over until the last 20%, then he lost me completely and I don't know how he could come back from what he did,....... Overall it was an ok read and it held my interest.
This is the third installment of the Miles High Club. Each installment keeps me loving these beautiful Miles men! Elliott is very private, standoffish and known as the Casanova of the Miles men. But he's just trying to protect his privacy in a very public life. Kate is a strong woman with a tragic past who works for Miles Media and has a take no crap attitude. They have a love/hate relationship in this enemy to lovers romance. I love their banter and chemistry. This story had me laughing out loud at times and holding back tears at others. Let's not forget the plot twist in this emotional roller coaster to their HEA. Great job once again TL Swan
I haven't read much by this author, but that will change after reading this book. The author's writing voice appealed to me in a way that few do. The book's pace was done well, and the ability for her to differentiate between what was being sent by text as opposed to the conversation was well done.
This book really has two focuses. One focuses on the interaction between the two characters, and the second focuses on their ability to be unknowingly vulnerable with each other through the screen. Elliot and Kate have strong personalities that do not match well when together in a room but are perfect when talking to each other through a computer. I love how Swan slowly meshes these two focal points that allow the characters to find a way to be around each other without constantly pushing each other's buttons. There is a bit of a twist that I did not see coming but did really round out the story.
Elliot and Kate are well-written characters with many layers that need to be peeled back to see the whole picture. However, swan takes the time to work through the layers to give us well-developed characters who become fun to read and easy to fall in love with. Do not be mistaken that Elliot is anything more than a true Alpha male who wants to dominate. However, there is just something about Kate that helps draw out a softer side.
Elliot is the third Miles Brother and is known as “The Casanova”. Despite his romantic reputation, the Elliot we meet is a serious business man with no patience for IT employee Kate. These two bicker like an old couple but neither have any interest in the other….until Elliot
Spies Kate on the surveillance video dancing and shaking her groove thing. Kate has no idea about this mild infatuation until Elliot sees her passed out from medication on video and comes to her rescue. This begins a slow dance around each other until they finally act on their feelings. Time spent together in London and then a sunny week on the beach have them both with deeper feelings than they anticipated. Bring in some conflict and this is a perfect addition to the Miles High series.
While Elliot can be a hard nose, Kate knows how to soften him and bring out her “Ell”. Even better is Kate standing up for herself and taking time for herself to sort out feelings before continuing the relationship. Love a guy with a crunchy exterior and a soft inside almost as much as a strong woman!
This book was alternately funny and had moments where I needed some serious tissues. I was amused by their ongoing feud at work, which turned into steamy sex when they finally took things in that direction. And I really enjoyed the friendship between their online personas, those profiles were funny. But goodness when the heartbreaking moments came they were powerful. I wanted to kick the guy where it would truly hurt. And I wanted to kick someone else too, but that would be a spoiler and I don't do those. The ending was beautiful, and the happiness they found was true. I'm glad they survived all that happened and became better for it. #netgalley #thecasanova
I think this ones my favorite in the series! I have enjoyed each one but Elliot just holds my heart and I love Kate so much! Also I’ll never think of coffee the same way again lol
TL Swan is one of my fave authors. Her books give me life and make me swoon ohhh soooo much. Her stories are just amazing and they NEVER disappoint!!!
This book..... I was laughing so much till i was crying and nearly peeing my pants. You know its a great book when the author can get you laughing. But there's also the romance between Elliot and Kate which was so so good.
Yet again TL releases another amazing read.
These Miles brothers are certainly something! I still have a soft spot for Tristan but Elliot was definitely jockeying hard for the top spot.
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐀𝐛𝗼𝐮𝐭: Elliot, Casanova Miles, is the intimidating and sexy alpha CEO of Miles Media’s European division. His head of IT, Kate, has a Cinderella moment at an event thanks to her new flatmate, and catches Elliot’s eye. He begins to pursue her and she helps him uncover his ability to love and be loved. The only challenge is can he forget about this mystery woman who has been an object of his desire at random art auctions in his pursuit for a reclusive artist’s collection over the years once he has started to make things official with Kate.
𝐌𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝗼𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬: There is A LOT going on in this book. It is a lengthy read and although there are a lot of side plots (Like 4-5) going on, T.L.‘s storytelling made it fairly easy for me to follow.
The first 50% to me was so great - I for sure thought this was going to be one of my top reads this year.. but the back half kind of frustrated me. You had personality/character shifts that struck me as negative vs. seeing more of a character arc where they endeared themselves to me. I don’t like it when it seems like this happens for no reason or a due to a random plot point coming to fruition.
I figured out the little twist at about 78% through the book. It took me this long because it came out of left field - seriously. There was no indication or hint at all which made it a little hard for me to believe.
𝐃𝗼 𝐈 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝗼𝗺𝗺𝐞𝐧𝐝: Yes - especially if you’re a huge T.L. Swan fan. It has the steam and heat that you’re used to and the swoony dreamy heroes that she writes so well!
Absolutely loved this book!! TL Swan is quickly ascend ped to favorite author status!
The Casanova is the perfect blend of humor, emotion, enemies to lover vibes, and steamy! These characters jump off the page and entertained me immensely! I’m already looking forward to the next book! I NEED IT!
Wow. This was really steamy. Not my cup of tea, but if you're into TL Swan, you won't be disappointed.
The Casanova was one of my most anticipated romances for 2021. Unfortunately it was hard to connect with the characters and the plot was a little too convoluted to be enjoyable. I finished the book with most questions that answers, feeling incredibly unsatisfied with how the romance played out.
The moving pieces of this book felt so messy compared to The Stopover and The Takeover (one of my favorite romance of all time).
There was the enemies to lovers aspect to Elliot and Kate's relationship that I felt was never quite enough to justify their antagonism toward each other. Both characters really turned me off with how they behaved in the beginning. Then once they started their friends with benefits situation, it took me a while to feel the emotional connection between these two.
Moving onto the pen pal plot. I didn't like this at all. It felt a little ridiculous the once it was used as a way for Elliot to ask Kate's permission to see his dream girl in case SHE was the actual love of his life. It felt icky. If being pen pals and antagonistic co-workers was the entire plot, I could see how that would work, but it felt like such an unnecessary layer.
The sister *sigh* was probably my least favorite development of this book. Kate felt like a strong (albeit frustrating at times) character in the beginning, but I didn't love the way she let her sister walk all over her. Her sister has no redeeming qualities and should have been cut off from both Kate and her brother. I don't understand why Kate continued giving her sister chances after what she did with their parent's house.
Finally, we have the mystery of Elliot's favorite artist/the mystery blonde woman which... is Kate's sister selling her art for millions of dollars on the sly. What?! When was it ever telegraphed that Kate was remotely interested in anything artistic. Her job is literally the opposite of creative (IT) and she never once thinks about painting or drawing the entire time we are getting to know her. It was brushed off by the fact that Kate considers her pieces just doodles and things she messed around with when she was younger, but obviously they are subjectively good enough for her hateful sister to sell in art galleries, pretending to be the artist, and make over 20 million dollars off of her sister's property. FOR YEARS!
Elliot's choice to seek out the artist once he know she is the same blond woman he has been chasing at art galleries for years is both understandable and kind of despicable. What did he think Kate's (Pinky) response would be. Would he have not gone if Pinky told him it was a bad idea, that he should stay with Kate and forget about the blonde woman?
And of course he had zero chemistry with Kate's sister. She is literally the worst human ever! So yeah, while I understand needed to have closure with a woman you've been chasing for years, asking your current girlfriend for her blessing via your not-so-secret pen pal persona was not it.
I'm glad Kate took the time away to discover herself and Elliot gave her the space, but I felt completely unsatisfied by how everything played out.
It didn't help that my expectations before the synopsis was revealed revolved around Elliot and the blonde mystery woman as his love interest. Did TL Swan feel like that kind of plot wasn't as exciting? I don't need ten layers of drama to find a story interesting. Very disappointed.
The Casanova is book #3 in The Miles High Club series by T L Swan. This is Elliot Miles' book and oh wow! He is a mix of his brothers yet sexy-as-sin and a romantic at heart. His heroine is Kate and theirs is an enemies-to-lovers romance. Kate works as an an IT manager at Miles Media. She is someone who speaks her mind, really kind; did suffer a huge loss 6 years before which still colors her life now.
Elliot is seen as a womanizer; as a brash, charismatic, dominant, and cutting figure. Because of how he comes across the media has given him this title in the press as " The Casanova" . Kate can't stand Elliot. She finds him to be totally loathing. So she just lets her mouth run away whenever she's in his presence because he sets off her temper like no other. It's the littlest things that bring change- Elliot saw Kate in a sexy red dress and his thoughts regarding her changed. We see Elliot go from not liking her to wanting her! He was cruel and nasty to her to heated and hot 🔥 with her.... the twists and turns this book had was great! It wasn’t just an enemies-to-lovers workplace romance but also a subplot regarding Elliot looking for a mystery artist, the 7 year age difference between Elliot and Kate and then there's "Edgar" and "Pinkie Leroo".
Great as well seeing the Miles brothers making appearances in the book. Amazing ending. I am so looking forward to the last Miles bros book.
My Rating: 4.5 stars ********
Yet to be disappointed in the Miles High Club series! Kate as a FL was a lot of fun. Independent, fiesty, competent, and human. She was an awesome character. I admired how little of Elliot's BS she took honestly. This could have been a perfect contemporary romance but the ending soured it for me. And although there was groveling after, it still left a sour taste in my mouth.
Overall, I had fun.
Thanks to the publishers and NetGalley for the ARC
This novel is sexy, emotional and an absolute delight. T..L. Swan's Miles Brother (Mile High Club) series is so well crafted, the perfect blend of humor and emotion, with characters that charm and delight. Swan's writing is accessible, well paced and engaging throughout. I think she does a wonderful job of bringing to life these brothers and making them work hard for their HEAs. Swan's characters feel fully realized and three-dimensional, and she does a wonderful job of giving us glimpses and moments with past beloved characters and getting us excited for the next Miles Brother to fall in love.
This novel is Elliot and Kate's love story, it is about two people who have expectations for their lives and want that perfect fated love story. Kate is the head of IT at Miles Media in London where Elliot is the CEO. These two got off to a rocky start so they have alway had a bit of a strained relationship at work. This mild hate to love relationship blossoms when both Miles and Kate start to see each other in a new light as well as begin to explore wanting more out of their current situations.
Their relationship is really fun to watch grow as Elliot begins to realize that Kate is a beautiful woman. He starts to see her in this new way as she grows confidence in herself through her friendships with her roommates. Watching Kate and Elliot dance around each other before they officially take the jump into a physical relationship is super fun, because they both are great at testing the other's patience. I really enjoyed watching their physical relationship grow into something stronger as they learn that they like spending time together and getting to know each other. I love that Kate makes sure that Elliot understands he must communicate with her and that he can not bully his way through a problem. Their relationship is really beautiful because they are able to help each other find the true meaning of home, learn how to better communicate and learn how to provide strength and patience.
I would highly recommend this novel and then other's in this series. The Miles Brothers are such a fun group of independent men who are destined to find the perfect women for them. I can not wait for the next installment in this series!
This is my first book by this author and I’ve not read the previous two books in this series but I
had no problem with The Casanova as it was a completely stand-alone story within this series. I love a good enemies-to-lovers romance and this one did not disappoint. I read and enjoyed this book within a day … maybe two.
I have to say I went into this book not excepting to like it more than Tristan's book (The Takeover) but its right there with it. I enjoyed it way more than I was prepared for. I have already gone back and read it again. I laughed out loud and wanted to scream at the characters in the best way. Each book TL Swan releases just keeps getting better and better and I can not wait for the next installment of the Miles High Club.
*Thanks to Netgalley for the e-arc*
This is an enemies-to-lovers, office romance and is the third in a series. I haven't read anything else by the author, but I read an excerpt that sounded good and was eager to read the book. Elliot was your typical billionaire alpha hole, but I don't mind that as long as the heroine isn't a pushover. Initially, Kate seemed to be a smart, strong heroine who was giving as good as she got, so I settled in to enjoy the sparks and the push and pull between them.
As the book went on, it seemed like both leads underwent a personality transplant. Kate, who started out strong and sassy, slipped into helpless, whiny mode, while Elliot revealed his mushy, dreamer inner self. By this time, I was really liking Elliot, while Kate seemed to be regressing to her teen self and had definitely slipped a few notches in my esteem.
Unfortunately, at about 85% into the book, Elliot did something that I could not overlook or forgive. I could not figure out how the author could redeem him and even started wondering whether his HEA was meant to be with another character entirely. In the end, Elliot groveled quite nicely, but honestly, at that point, I was out of there. I didn't believe in their relationship and felt that the Kate we met at the beginning of the book would have kicked him to the curb and never taken him back. In reading a few other reviews, it sounds like the seeds of this episode were planted in earlier books, which makes Kate and Elliot's happy ending seem even more unlikely. I guess this book (and probably this author) just aren't my cup of tea.
Elliot Miles, in charge of Miles Media in London and known as The Casanova to the media.
Kate Landon is the IT manager for Miles Media and absolutely despises Elliot.
This office place romance starts with both characters bickering so much that everyone knows that they hate each other. TL Swan knows how to drag you into a start right from the first chapter.
Once Elliot sees Kate all dressed up in a sexy red dress, everything changes for him. Tension and chemistry skyrockets between the two and its so enjoyable to read.
I really enjoyed reading this book. TL Swan has set the bar high with the other two books in the series but I really fell in love with Elliot. He's dominate and alpha in all the good ways. I loved the character growth in Kate because it shows that love doesn't always solve all problems. Sometimes you need time alone to figure things out.
The Casanova by T.L. Swan was a great read that kept me captivated from start to finish. Kate
and Elliott were amazing and I just loved them. They had great banter and interactions and that just charmed me. They work together and do not like each other, right? When she joins a dating app and meets someone she connects with, she is happy there is someone out there she can connect with. Then Elliott changes with Kate. What does this mean?
I loved their journey so much. It was fun, steamy and I just devoured it.
Happy reading!
I loved this book even more than I loved the previous ones in the series.
Over the years , I’ve read almost all of the author’s backlog and this is definitely my favourite one by far.
Same smart and funny dialogue, steamy scenes and some very down to earth reality check.
Another must read for sure.
4.5 stars
Thank you for my early review copy. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I believe this book will be a huge bestseller.
The Casanova is contemporary fiction by T.L. Swan. Two work arch-enemies, using pseudonyms meet on a dating app and start corresponding. Things begin to heat up after the boss views video dancing at the copier. Explicit sex. I would recommend it to those who like contemporary fiction and lots of sex.
The Casanova by T L Swan was everything you could ask for in a romance book. T L Swan is quickly becoming one of my favourite authors. I felt like this book brought about so many feelings in me as I was reading it. It took me on an interesting captivating journey.
I did not like Elliott at first, he seems arrogant and self-centred, but I did grow to like him as the story went along. Kate, I loved it right from the start. They seemed like two people that would never get togterher.
I loved the flow of the story, I felt it was very well written and grabbed my attention and kept it the entire time. (to the point I stayed up later than I should have some nights reading this book).
ARC was provided by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
This is the third installment of The Miles High Brothers, this time focusing on Elliot. He's based in London, running the European wing of the family's media company and he despises his IT manager, Kate.
The feeling is mutual, and for seven years they have a tense, hatred filled work relationship that gets flipped on its head when Elliot stumbles across security footage of Kate dancing after-hours. He begins to pursue her, and their adventure takes off.
It's hard to out-do your own work, and Jameson & Emily and Tristan & Claire were top-tier stories. I found Elliot too mercurial for my own taste, and Kate flipped on her emotions too quickly, given her grief and depression over her family and her genuine dislike of Elliot beforehand. I've liked the other two stories in spite of the wealth and flippancy of the men, mostly because they grow emotionally and they distance themselves from the company and their money (a bit).
If, though, you are reading this series for an alpha male who gets what he wants, and ultimately that is an artistic woman who loves him through his ups and downs, you'll love it!
So this sounded like a cute enemies to lovers story. I finished this last night - mostly because I had to know how it ended. I'm not sure I liked either Elliot or Kate. And I never understood how Daniel fit into the picture - that part at the end was a little creepy.
However, I did like the little twist at the end.
Such a fun romance read! Love the banter between characters. Never read a TL Swan book but I’ll definitely be picking up another!
This book was fantastic! I loved the story behind both of the main characters lives. The back and forth from Elliot got a little annoying but it did at one point make me feel like I could understand because who wants to have regrets?! Towards the end you definitely get a twist and that was great too. It was a fun read for sure!!
Kate is a fiery, sassy IT genius at Miles Media and has been a pain in her boss Elliot’s side from the beginning. She has mostly tried to go unnoticed with her looks while grieving the loss of her parents. A new stylist roommate has other plans for Kate and the new look catches Elliot’s attention. I loved everything about this story. The plot twists were brilliant, the evolution of their love story is palpable, and the ending brought everything together perfectly!
This book is addictive and so HOT! I loved the first two books in this series and this one is just as amazing! I devoured this book and couldn’t help but love it.
Oh my, what can I say…. Loved it!
I am a big fan of the rest of this series, and I am delighted to say that this did not disappoint.
I do feel this is written slightly differently to the other books, with more laugh out loud humour and a much softer more romantic touch.
I really do not want to give anything away, but I am so pleased Elliot finally worked out the face behind the mystery artist and that Kate finally started to find peace after her mother’s death.
I highly recommend this series, fabulous!
Different from what I have been reading, I really enjoyed this little book, The Ex Hex. Vivi, heartborken and crying in a bathtub, agrees with her cousin to put a hex on the boy who just broke her heart, at age 19. While they are witches, Vivi has not known of her talent for long and both our witches are sure their little curse won't do much.
Fast forward nine years, the 100th anniversary of the town (founded by the ex-boyfriend's family) and who should be sent to represent the family but Rhys, the delicious looking ex. Of course, the feelings are still there; the attraction cannot be deniedin the little college town in the mountains of Georgia.
Rhys must basically reset the town's magic since witches do live there. The local college even has a witchcraft school, not accessible to normal humans (or muggles, as Potter fans would call them.) The real problems begin when the resetting of the magic goes terribly wrong and all sorts of magic happens but not necessarily what is wanted. To tell more might give away the story.
But, this story is more than one about witches and their craft. It is about family, yes, family. Vivi is very close to her Aunt Elaine and cousin Gwynn; in fact, she lives above her aunt's shop (that sells witchy items.) They don't practice a great deal of witchcraft; Vivi less than the other two. In fact, she is a professor at the college but not in witchcraft; she teaches history instead. The three women rely on each other and enjoy being with each other.
Rhys comes from a powerful family of witches---his father and two brothers. He and his father do not really get along as Rhys is the youngest and the one who has really had a great time being a dashing young man. He is more than a little upset when he has to go to Graves Glen as the family representative for the anniversary.
Now, we do have the couple coming together again so if sex scenes bother you, be prepared. Not as descriptive as some books but it is still there. I do think they sometimes forget they are not the 19-year-olds they were when they were first involved.
It is a cute book and I could see the author writing more about the two families. I did receive this as an ARC through #NetGalley and #TheExHex. #WilliamMorrowandCustomHouse
I literally loved everything about this book.
I love her writing style, the twists, the spicy scenes, just everything about Elliot Miles..... swoon.
I love T L Swan.
Thank you Netgalley for my ARC :)
Elliot Miles is the arrogant boss of London's branch for Miles Media. Known as "Casanova", anything he wants from a lady he can get with the snap of a finger. Kate changes everything for him one day when he catches her in a compromising position. But Kate is a traditionalist and wants a real relationship. Elliot? Just interested in casual sex and no publicity. Will these enemies become lovers or hate one another until the end of time? Could Kate join the Miles high club?
TL Swan charms again with the third installment in the Miles High Club series. Readers may have heard of Elliot in the other books but he shines in the spotlight throughout "The Casanova." Kate is a character that one will love from the get go and their chemistry is HOT! The banter between Elliot and Kate is charming, witty and had me laughing. This book can be read as a stand alone but readers will want to read the other two in the series. There's a reason why TL Swan is one of the best romance writers and this book showcases why.
The Casanova was a solid romance in the billionaire/smart, sassy employee category. The characters were good and there were some laugh out loud moments. The description’s emphasis on the online relationship was somewhat misleading. That wasn’t the meat of the story, though it did help with character development. All in all, a good romance read. I’ll be reading the others.
3.5stars
Jet another story of falling in love with your CEO. The story is funny, and enjoyable to read but it did not blew my mind. I had a little bit of an issue with Elliot and his anger management. Katheryn also was no someone to instantly fall in love with her and she has her issues. But they make explosive chemistry and I like that it was not all predictable and that the story has it I did not expect that moment.
I volunteered to review an ARC of this book for NetGalley
I tried to read this one 3 different times and I just couldn’t get into it. I decided to listen to it instead and it still didn’t interest me. I’ll give it a try again at a later date as I’ve heard so many good things about it!
I started reading this in the wrong mood and found myself skipping ahead to the drama (the book is crazy long). And the drama wasn't great. Swan is an extremely talented author and I have to imagine that some of the twists would be more palatable when read as intended. However, the constant OW drama in her books is getting very tiring, and I feel like I NEED to look ahead to make sure nothing unforgivable happens. There's nothing worse than reading a 500 page book only to discover that the characters cheat or almost-cheat in the final act. I can't really trust this author not to do that anymore.
Her books are incredibly bingeable and so very addictive. I love her writing style and the distinctive feel. Since I ruined the plot for myself, I won't be posting a review on sales platforms. I may revisit the book at another time once I've forgotten the surprise reveals.
OVERALL RATING –5 stars
RECOMMENDED
First my usual points:
- I do not do spoilers unless warned.
- Read the summary above; it will tell you what the book is about. I will not reiterate.
- This is a standalone but part of a series. It's best enjoyed in order but not necessary
- No errors that I caught as far as editing.
- The author was not new to me
BOOK:
- Contemporary romance
- 1st person with dual POV
Other characters from the series:
-- other characters from the first books make appearances with slight involvement of a supporting, move the story along nature
-- main characters’ story is concluded
Star Ratings - 1 (poor) - 5(READ THIS BOOK)
· Writing Quality: 5
· Story ingredient: 5
· Ease of reading/Pace: 5
· Plot strength: 5 stars
· Steam Level: 5 stars; romance
Notes/Opinion (personal):
I read the second book in this series (the hero's older brother - one of them) and will eventually read all of them. I enjoyed this book and especially the humor between the characters. I want' all that impressed with the heroine but couldn't explain why; perhaps due there being a small age gap between the characters. It was a good story but the humor and fun I experienced with the prior book (and was expecting from this one as well) just wasn't there until I was pretty far into the story and a little disappointed.
The author is well known and does write a wonderful, steamy, romantic story, I just think I didn't care for the heroine's characteristics and that took away from my enjoyment.
What started as a bit of an annoying relationship between coworkers turned into a sweet, heart felt and hysterical story. Swan’s characters are flawed, detailed and developed, their expressions and escapades were riveting and sarcastic-I was laughing so much! The plot is a bit reminiscent of 50 Shades and Twilight fan fiction, yet has its own flavor. Well done, hot yet also entertaining!
Admittedly I have not read the predecessors to this book in the series, but my friend assured me I wouldn’t need them to enjoy this story. This is the perfect read for those seeking a great love story, a captivating male lead, and decent writing. The sexual chemistry and adult banter made this whole book for me. I will definitely be picking up the other books in this series!
Well, this book certainly ‘rang my bell’. It is absolutely fantastic!!
I loved everything about this story and these characters. This author’s writing style is so easy to read, her observation and comedy timing are perfectly placed and the moments of tenderness are both charming and smoking hot!
I laughed out loud at Elliott and his angry comebacks, the sarcastic wit between Kate and Elliott was so realistic of a couple that I adored everything about them and didn’t want to leave their world.
I am so pleased that Ms Swan gave Kate the perfect story with an ending she truly deserved. I won’t say anymore than that but I really enjoyed reading as her confidence and strength grew throughout the book... I admired how she stuck to her guns and remained true to herself.
Elliott was very endearing, from his explosive temper, his sarky ‘take no nonsense’ approach, to his somewhat hidden tender side, which made him even more charming and attractive. I just loved him. I especially liked the fact that he often surprised himself with his need to take care of Kate... a feeling that he couldn’t quite fathom and yet just couldn’t help himself!
An Absolute Must Read!!
4.5
First book by this author! I haven't read the other books in this series so I wasn't sure what to expect.
Elliot and Kate have been coworkers for years, with a hate=hate relationship. They don't get along, they're constantly bickering and disagreeing and neither of them see that changing. However, Elliot sees a different side of Kate-one he really admires. They decide to try something together, but the catch is it can't be serious and it has to be a secret. This works before both Elliot and Kate realize they're wanting something more.
This story drew me in right from the beginning and kept me reading. I found Elliot to be a little too mean, but I think that was the point. Kate really stood up for him and herself a lot which I really admired. Elliot and Kate grew during the story and helped each other do that. Their relationship was sweet but holy, their fights were so immature it was laughable. The book had more humour in it than I expected which I really enjoyed! This is definitely everything you could want from a quick, spicy romance with some depth. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the free preview in exchange for an honest review.
I was beginning to worry that this installment of The Miles High Club did not have the T. L. Swan that I've come to love. But some cantankerous farm animals renewed my hope.
T. L. Swan has the ability to make her readers go through every emotion as they read her books: Wonder, curiosity, hostility, lust, happiness, humor, heartbreak, nostalgia, etc. It's a gift and I love every book I've read by her so far.
The Casanova is the nickname for the third Miles brother of Miles Media. He works in the European office in London. Katherine is the head of their IT department and they have loathed each other for the entire 7 years she's been employed. By pure coincidence and surprise, their relationship starts to become something more.
Casanova Miles is the dreamer of the four brothers. And this story broken my heart into a million pieces.
This was a really enjoyable office romance with some dash of enemies-to-lovers. I have been waiting for Elliot's book for quite some time as I love T L Swan's books and this series specifically. This book definitely did not disappoint. Bonus point is that characters from previous books make an appearance as well.
If you are a fan of steamy NA books then you should check it out as there are great steamy scenes while also a great plot and characters. Obviously there are also funny moments that make you laugh and frustrating drama, which actually was unexpecting for me.
Kate and Elliot's dynamic and relationship were everything. The chemistry was off the charts, the banter was super witty, and the development between them was gradual and just beautiful. Elliot is such a great book boyfriend it makes you want to actually be in Kate's place.
Overall, this was one of the best NA books that I have read this year.
This was my first book by TL Swan. Overall, it was enjoyable. I really liked the emails back and forth at the beginning and the dating profiles were hilarious!
Normally I absolutely love long books because I get pulled in to the characters and crave their world for as long as I can stay there. But I started to lose interest in this one around the halfway mark. Some things started to feel repetitive or just plain fell flat. I felt like 200 of the 500 pages could have been shaved off and the book would have been better for it.
Ooooh hot and spicy. Love TL Swans other books and this one was definitely just as good if not better than her others. It left me wanting and needing more. Hot enough to melt your Kindle
Elliot Miles was aiming to beat Tristan as favorite Miles brother but then 84% happened and I hated him kind of a lot. Kate and Elliot’s banter was spectacular in The Casanova, and the heat was *chef’s kiss*. Ultimately, I enjoyed this one but still, even with fate in the game, I’m mad at Elliot.
The Casanova is officially my favorite in the Miles HIgh series by TL Swan. And considering how much I loved the previous books, that is saying a lot.
From the get-go, Elliot Miles believes in love, destiny, and "the one." This is a rare quality in a man, especially considering how the rest of his family fights love kicking and screaming. What he doesn't expect is the way he feels about Kate, his co-worker/employee, with whom he has had a very strained relationship for the last two years. But once Elliot truly sees Kate, he can't unsee her.
Kate is determined, strong, fascinating, and so stuck in her ways that she needs the help of her roommates to break her out of her shell a little bit. And once she does, and she and Elliot start really connecting, it's a beautiful thing.
Their path to happily-ever-after is complicated, with family drama and distrust thrown in to muck things up, but it is such a great ending. My heart was alternately breaking and full for this couple. I loved it. Such a satisfying story, and you can tell the result is a true and lasting love.
I was SO excited about this book and it lived up to my hype! Since I received an ARC of it, I had no idea how long the book was. After finishing it in just a few hours on a backpacking trip, I later learned that it was over 500 pages. I had no idea since it was such a fast and captivating read. Let's be real, I love a good enemies to lovers arc and this was it! It was such a refreshing read and I loved the writing so much! Highly, highly recommend!
It’s 1:10am and I’ve only just finished this book. I couldn’t not put it down! The angst between Elliot and Kate was incredible - haters/enemies to lovers in the blink of an eye. Elliot hiding behind the Millionaire businessman personality and Kate taking no prisoners. This rivalled The Takeover for my favourite.
I would give this book 4.5 stars if I could. However I feel if I have to choose 4 would be best. This book has a great summary, it caught my attention instantly. I love romance books and was excited to read an enemies to lovers spicy office romance.
This book was hard to get into, at times I thought maybe I wouldn’t be able to finish it, but about 1/5 of the way into it I couldn’t stop, every chance I had to read more I was. It consumed me wholly and I absolutely loved the ending! The twists and surprises that went into creating this book. I would highly recommend this book to anyone that likes romance with enemy’s to lovers to everything in between.
The reason I didn’t give this book 5 starts was because at some points I wanted to rate it 3 or even 2, so I didn’t feel it fair.
TL Swan is an author that is an automatic read for me. I always enjoy her books and finish them and feel like I have just gone through it with the main characters. I always at one point am feeling this crushing blow to my heart when our leading lady normally is treated badly at one point or decides that she is putting herself first. TL writes a great broken heart. I found myself sort of hating Elliot, he was such a jerk BUT Kate gave it right back to him and I adored that.
The banter is there, the push and pull is there and the attraction is there. What isn't there for me and I felt that it was a missed opportunity was Kate's endometriosis. I certainly thought this was going to play a much larger role. I get it who wants a book about period problems? I just thought it might have a moment in where Elliot could be charming and understanding that this was going to be a constant thing. Again, just my opinion.
Fun read as always and that is why I keep coming back.
I absolutely love this series. This book does not disappoint. I love that you still get interaction from character of the previous two books. I can't wait to read Christopher's story.
This is a true T. L. Swan book, full of angst, passion, emotion, humor, delicious banter and the intense sexual chemistry we all want in a great romantic story. She writes beautifully well-written, romantic stories that will keep you intrigued and entertained. Elliot and Kate together - explosive. Combustible. Pure fire. In and out of bed. You will laugh out loud, you will be full with emotion, you will experience fiery highs and pulse-pounding lows...and at the end, you will have a smile on your face. All of this makes this one powerful and spellbinding story I won’t easily forget. #TheCasanova #NetGalley
I gave the story 4 out of 5 stars because it was funny and fast paced which I enjoyed, although I wished that Elliot’s POV was more substantial. I felt like the author was more in tune with Kate than Elliot so his POV often felt pushed and didn’t give more enlightment to his character. I enjoyed the story in general.
This was my first read by this author and I really enjoyed it! This enemies to lovers office romance was sexy exciting and fun I loved the characters the sexual tension between these two was super hot I loved the witty banter between them this was a sweet yet steamy romance with plenty of lol moments and sexy time I personally loved it!
At first, Elliott and Kathryn love to hate each other. Elliott and Kathryn work together and there is a lot of animosity flowing between them but over time, their hatred turns into sizzling hot chemistry.
Elliott Miles and his brothers are rich and successful and own Miles Media, the company Kathryn works for as head of the IT department.
I easily connected with Elliott and Kathryn and I liked both of them, but I loved them together. They are layered characters and each of them is carrying baggage from their pasts. Together they have explosive chemistry and when they finally decide to give into their desires, they burn up the sheets. I was fanning myself with all the heat these two created when they were together. I enjoyed all of the scorching looks Elliott and Kathryn shared when they thought no one was looking.
This captivating story takes place in London and it has intricate plot weaving and perfect pacing. The characters and the story drew me in and I quickly turned the pages because I needed to know what would happen next. The ending has a twist I was not expecting and I love it when I think I have the plot figured out and I am surprised.
Elliott isn’t perfect and he can be grouchy and controlling but he has a soft romantic side too and once he falls in love, he is all in. Kathryn has never met anyone like Elliott. He scares her and enthralled her and she is hesitant to give him her heart. It is entertaining as these two fall in love and make mistakes and the wrong assumptions about each other. There is also an interesting cast of secondary characters added to the mix. The beginning of this story is a little slow but don't let that stop you from reading this gem. This beautiful and romantic story held me spellbound.
Kate hates her boss, Elliot CEO of the Miles Group. She has an online pen pal named Edgar that she chats about her job and terrible boss. Her new roommate helps her improve her hair and style of dress. A sexual tension between Kate and Elliot makes for a steamy good time. A fun, sexy, and steamy read.
I received a copy of this book via Netgalley and am leaving a review.
Swain's books tend to be hit or miss for me and her last couple of publications have been absolute misses. That being said, I'm a huge fan of the Miles series and I've been looking forward to reading this for months!
What. A. Joke. I'm barely 10 percent in and I can't bring myself to read anymore. It's an absolute chaotic mess with horrifically unlikable characters and incredibly degrading language concerning women's bodies. It's positively unhinged. One of the first characters we meet is a so-called 'sexually liberated' man who describes himself as being 'too into to women to call himself completely gay' but then spends several paragraphs making it clear how repulsive he finds female bodies. I've been able to stomach Swain's internalized misogyny and toxic view of sexuality and attraction before but this was just entirely too much.
I might have made an effort to power through if either of the main characters were either remotely interesting.
This is the first book I read from TL Swan. It did start of slow and I wasn't sure if I was going to continue reading it, but I decided to continue on and BOY am I glad I did! I loved this book and cannot wat to read more of TL Swans books! The characters had amazing chemistry, Elliott is the head of Miles Media, UK and is Kate is a very strong independent woman. Their banter back and forth is hysterical and it made this book perfect. I loved Pinkie Leroo and Edgar Moffatt’s part in this story and Elliott’s brothers are so great together especially the day they came for a surprise visit on his birthday. I cannot forget to mention the crazy ducks & other animals that came with Elliot's new house, much to his surprise! I did not want this story to end!!
I have an unhealthy relationship with TL Swan’s books. I discovered her on Kindle Unlimited during the height of the pandemic when I was desperate for reading material, and I read every single book she had written. Her books range from slightly cringy trash to absolutely horrible/borderline disturbing nonsense. I can’t figure out what it is that keeps me reading, though. If it’s a TL Swan book, you can expect the following things:
The female romantic lead will giggle incessantly and try to make the male lead jealous after every fight.
The male romantic lead will sneer (constantly. Seriously, does she not have any other verbs to use?) and have insane anger problems that lead him to scream and throw tantrums.
There will be one extremely reductive gay male best friend who only serves to say bitchy things and egg the female character on
There will be no less than five knock-down, drag-out fights, where the characters show they have the emotional intelligence of a toddler. Which, actually, might be offensive to toddlers.
The romantic relationship between the leads will be wildly dysfunctional and abusive, making me question whether Swan has any business being involved in the mental health profession.
Finally, the expression “a freight train of an orgasm” will be used. Without fail. Possibly more than once.
Knowing all of that, you might be wondering why I requested an ARC of the third book in the Miles High Club series. A small part of me is afraid to delve too deeply into why I read her books, but that’s a problem for another day. No, the main reason why I requested book 3 was simple. Book two was actually kind of wonderful.
The Takeover, featuring Tristan and Clare, was charming and funny, with actual character development and a plot. I loved the dynamic between Tristan and Clare’s three sons and was desperate for more of them in book 3. I thought perhaps this was a sign that her writing had significantly improved and more good books would follow, but I was mistaken.
This book was predictable, far-fetched, and had all of the hallmarks of classic Swan literature mentioned above. The set-up in The Takeover could have led to SUCH a great story, so I was highly disappointed by the follow-through. I will give it two stars because I finished it, but that’s incredibly generous. I must be a glutton for punishment because I will probably read the fourth and final book, but I’ll probably be hate-reading it the whole time.
Many thanks to Netgalley for sharing a digital reviewer copy with me in exchange for my honest thoughts.
Oh, how I am loving this series. T.L. Swan is seriously knocking it out of the park. Each of The Miles High Club books just absolutely brings all the things for me.
I love Kate and Elliot. I mean, there was a point where kicking Elliot's balls until they came out his nostrils was a very serious option, but he did make up for it.
The Casanova had some of my fav tropes:
- Boss and employee
- anonymous online chatting
- quirky family
- quirky animals
- secret backstory connections
Kate and Elliot have had a seriously antagonistic relationship at work from the start. Elliot is so used to women being inappropriate that he doesn't even register the comments or people as he swiftly slaps the comments away. An early mistaken comment sets the stage for a long-standing contentious relationship between the two. It isn't until Elliot sees a bombshell (that just so happens to get every single engine firing on all cylinders) one afternoon on the security cameras that he shocks himself out of the lenses he's always viewed Kate through. Then he can't stop seeing her that way. A medical mishap has Elliot and Kate continuing to change their long-standing views on the other. Can they get over the past and find a new future together?
This series continues to really bring it for me. I laughed, got angry, frustrated, and then properly melted for the swoony groveling that ensued. Man, I love a good grovel. So, it just brought all the things for me. The brothers' Miles continue to be there for each other supporting and razzing in equal measure. Elliot's "estate" was a constant source of hilarity, I can't even describe how much I enjoyed all the goings-on of its "inhabitants". The smexy times were super smexy. And yeah, as I mentioned before, I totally could have kicked Elliot's ball up through his nose, but he did properly repent.
Kate is a great character that didn't settle and simper when crap got tough. I always enjoy a strong female lead. Oh, and I just love the discovered/uncovered connection between Elliot and Kate. Plus, ya' know, Kate's sister finally getting her just desserts weren't bad either.
Overall, I couldn't be happier with this series and I cannot wait for Christopher's story. I have a feeling he's in for a doozy. = )
*ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
A spectacular book that got me out of a reading rut! And I am so thankful to the author for providing me with an ARC.
I had read the first book of The Miles High Club a year back and had been waiting for the next books to drop in before I continued the series. But here I am having read the second and the third book in a span of two days.
T.L. Swan is hands down a great writer-incorporating all the elements I want in a book namely, romance which at times is angsty and others sweet, scorching hot sex scenes, arrogant controlling alphaholes.
This book was indeed a fairytale and even though there were too many plot twists that I was able to know beforehand I simply loved it!
I say this every time I read a Miles book and I am saying this again- but this miles brother is my fav, maybe my opinion will change once Christopher's book drops in...hehe...
The only thing about the book that bothered me was the Synopsis, according to me it is a bit misleading.
I enjoyed this book even though I hadn't read the first two of the series. It was boiling hot, steamy, sexy, & intriguing. Elliot was the stereotypical male character being strong, seemingly egotistical, & domineering. Kate wasn't as stereotypical because she is strong, independent, & successful in her own right. They have hated each other at work for years. The way the sparks start flying is amusing & I highly recommend reading this to find out what it is & what happens in their journey.
Thank you to the publisher & NetGalley for advanced copy in exchange for my honest review
A love hate relationship between Elliot the boss and Kate his IT person that clash at every turn until Elliot see Kate dancing in a short hot pink outfit.
Great humor,dialogue some drama and a lot of romance.
Enjoyed the story and characters.
Vountarily reviewed.
I never got into any of the fifty shades books, even after trying multiple times to read them, but THIS, this is what I wanted and needed. It's my first T L Swan novel I've read, and she has me hooked.
This novel was the perfect blend of smut for me, and I don't at all feel guilty for reading it on lunch breaks at the office.
Eliot and Kate might be my new favorites. This book was the perfect enemies to lovers with all the banter it entails while also keeping it sweet with the messages through the online dating website. I loved this book even when I wanted to slap them both silly.
I love T.L. Swan. I mean sometimes she makes me so mad, but her books always make me so happy by the end. The Casanova was no different. Loved. This. Book! Elliot and Kate were wonderful. I couldn't put it down. This is definitely one of my favorite series!
Elliot owns the company where Kathryn works. She detests Elliot and is constantly at odds with his ideas. Elliot feels the same way about her until he sees her after Daniel has done a make over on her. Daniel is the new roommate and is trying to impress future clients. He asks Kathryn to go to a formal party and he is paying for the dress and hair style. Daniel is floored when he finds out Elliot is her boss and wants to make a good impression. Elliot is amazed at the new Kathryn. Neither Elliot nor Kathryn has a long-term commitment in mind. It is fun to see their relationship develop. This is a steamy romance novel with dates only the rich could afford, an interesting family both by blood and the family Kathryn has in her roommates. Lots of surprises and I really enjoyed the read.
An enemies/hate to love trope. This has a lot of potential, but didn’t hit the mark for me. It started out with witty banter and made me laugh.
Elliot Miles is a brilliant uber-successful titan of industry. Not only is he a brilliant businessman, but he is gorgeous, knows it and has women throwing themselves at him on the regular, hence the moniker “The Casanova”. Kate, the queen of sarcasm run the IT department in his company. They cannot be in the same room without going at each others throats. Clearly we think we know what is coming. Witty, snarky sarcastic banter that will eventually lead to a HEA. A tried and true theme for a reason. Not this time for me. Both MC’s take a turn and become shadows of their former selves and not terribly likable. It had potential, but I struggled to finish it. Not my favorite by this otherwise fabulously fun author. Yes, we get the expected HEA, but by them I wasn’t all that interested.
A steamy enemies to lovers trope that checks all the boxes for tension, chemistry, and banter. Overall a solid romance that lovers of this trope will devour.
TL Swan knows how to bring the spicy and sizzle to the pages. I adored this concept and lived for the banter between Elliot and Kate. Quirky, unique and a fun read from start to finish!
Holly steamy hotness. I knew this book was going to be steamy when I started reading it, but I was so not prepared for it. lol Elliot and Kate's sexual tension was so strong, I could even feel it and man was this story funny as well. I loved their banter and bickering, and the jealous surges even when they are supposed to hate each other. I had to read this book in one session, because I could not put it down, but I so needed a cold shower afterwards. This is another amazing story by TL Swan.
I started this book not quite knowing what to expect. I’m happy to say The Casanova was a very pleasant surprise. Enemies to lovers trope ✔️, Steamy sex scenes ✔️And the ever important happy ending. ✔️
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the free arc.
Another amazing book by T L Swan!
Elliot Miles, head of the London office for Miles Media is known for being powerful, cold, and a womanizer. Kate, his IT manager hates him! He is rude and arrogant. She spends her time at work doing everything she can to get under Elliot's skin. Elliot doesn't much like her either until he sees her in her office through the security camera in a red dress and suddenly he becomes infatuated with her. I'm thinking stalker tendencies there! When she passes out from a bad reaction to pain meds because of menstrual cramps, another lol moment, he rushes to her aid. Going as far as carrying her home and staying with her until she wakes up.
This starts the romance that at first Kate is completely against but Elliot pushes until he gets his way. They talk for hours and are extremely happy until Elliot finds the woman he has been looking for for years. He leaves Kate to see if the woman he thinks he has a connection to is really the one. If he doesn't go, will he always have doubt with Kate? Will Kate wait around until he decides?
Elliot is the CEO of Miles Media and a man who is used to getting what he wants both personally and professionally. He is well accustomed to the battles that he often finds himself in with Kate but when he unexpectedly sees a different side to her he is intrigued except a different complication arises when he starts to see her as a woman rather than his irritating employee.
Kate handles IT at Miles Media, and she has perfected the art of annoying him. She finds him entitled, confident and he infuriates her like no other. Although their reasons are very different neither is looking for love or a relationship but every time they are together the sparks fly and the parameters of their arrangement get pushed a little more until Elliot makes a choice that could destroy everything.
The banter between them is entertaining and the chemistry is hot. The one thing these characters do is make you feel especially when it comes to Elliot as at times he will make you swoon and at times you will want to push him out the door but in the end he does atone for his actions.
The Casanova by T L Swan is the Third book in The Mile High Club Series. This is the story of Elliot Miles and his path to love. Kate works as the IT manger in the Miles Media corporation so she and Elliot work together but they always butt heads. Kate as a issue from her past that still really is working on her until this day so along with that had her dislike for Elliot she just won't give in to her feelings for him. Elliot too was on board the hate train but then he caught a glimpse of Kate in a new light and now he just burns hot for her. Loved their story and will be looking for more from this author.
At first, I had a hard time getting behind the chemistry of Kate and Elliot because they were so awful to one another and hated each other. It took me awhile to like Elliot's character and find what Kate saw in him besides his good looks. That was until he decided to leave her to go find out if he had true feelings for another woman he was lusting over. I found him utterly unlikable after he didn't have the integrity to tell Kate what he was doing and why. It was immature and selfish and I was so behind Kate refusing his apology and going off to find her own happiness. He did redeem himself some by giving her space and writing to her everyday.
My favorite part of this book was Elliot's beautiful and enchanted farm with guard ducks, an amorous goat, and a murderous ram, as well as the two secret identities with hilarious screen names from a dating site. These humorous side stories made up for some of my issues with the book, but just wasn't enough to have me truly like the book enough to recommend it to others.
I am rating this a three because there were so many times I wanted to stop reading this book but I could not. I didn't care for the characters but I wanted to see what happens to them. When they were good together, it was great!
I enjoyed The Stopover and was excited to see there was a third book in the series. I skipped the second book to try this one first and I did not feel like I liked these characters at all. I didn't feel the same fun banter like I did in the first book. I will still try The Takeover, but The Casanova was a miss for me. DNF
Book received for free through NetGalley
Oh my! This was certainly more R rated than I had realized. That said the characters pulled me in from the beginning, the overall story line was catching, and the ending was perfectly sweet and happy. Glad I came across this book.
My first but not last story by this talented author!
I love the enemies to lovers trope and this absolutely fits that category!
I loved the premise of the story and enjoyed getting to know the two main characters, or more (love it!)!!!
Great banter, sexy, steamy scenes!
Elliot, oh yeah!
I am definitely checking out this author's book list! Can't wait to read MORE!!!
The Casanova
(The Miles High Club #3)
Written by T. L. Swan
Diehard T.L. Swan fans have been waiting for Elliot Miles, well the wait is over. Elliot and Kate are all we could have asked for and more.
Known to the media, Elliot Miles brother number 3 is commonly referred to as The Casanova. He may be, he may also be using the name to keep the real Elliot hidden. Elliot Miles is the CEO of the British and French Miles Media Company. He’s brash, he yells, he is a bit of a schmuck! Oh, but he is handsome, sexy, you could say he pimps a suit out well. He loves his brothers but there are many he has no use for and his favorite person to tick off at the office is Kathryn Landon, head of IT for Miles Media UK/France. Elliot and Kathryn or Kate have a wonderful hate / hate relationship. I use hate in the strongest sense.
As people are want to say there is a very thin line between hate and lust? No, that’s not it, but you see where this is going?
T. L. Swan, she uses words well, she used them to put readers into the story, to get you rooting for her characters. It’s easy to figure out who your rooting for, but then you find yourself moving sides or going oh they are so sweet together or dear lord they are going to break that bed! She always keeps you turning pages, sighing, swearing and often crying, tears of happiness or sadness or rolling down you cheeks with laugher.
She also tends to use words that delight you like duck, or goat or ram!
Swan has given readers and Elliot a mystery to solve in this one, it’s a two-fold mystery actually and when Elliot and we readers unravel this mystery we find out that fairy tales and enchantment really can come true.
The Stopover set the bar, The Takeover took that bar a little higher and The Casanova blew that bar up! I loved it, I cried, I laughed and I cannot wait for Christopher Miles book.
Here’s to T. L. Swan who gave her readers a man who hates camping, a man who won over 3 boys to win their mother and a Casanova who knew he had a missing part and was able to put his puzzle together.
LOVED 'The Casanova" by T.L. Swan. So much so I've read it twice this year. Elliot and Kate are just delightful, and it was so nice to see secondary characters from previous novels show up again. It gets a little angsty at the end, but not so much that it ruins the book for me.
I love this series so much even if I wasn’t too sure of Elliot in the beginning of this book. He and Kate have a mutual hatred for each other until he catches her dancing in a netball uniform and can’t explain his sudden attraction. Meanwhile, he is obsessed with a certain artist and trying to find her.
Without giving the story away, I love how Elliot and Kate come together and how all aspects of his life come together and lead back to Kate. Meeting his parents is the most hilarious thing I’ve read in a while and the antics of his brothers and Tristan’s sons all combine to make for an incredible book! I can’t wait for Christopher’s story!!
Thanks to the publisher for a review copy via NetGalley.
So good! TL Swan killed it again. This series is so good and I loved this one. The characters, the tensions, perfect for lovers of New Adult series. Definitely a must read if your a fan of the series.
I didnt love this one as much as The Takeover but it was still great. I really loved Elliot and this story.
“In the darkness, in her arms, I listen to her heartbeat. And I lose sight of mine.”
Now I’ll admit that I didn’t read the previous books in the series, but I had no trouble getting into this story and understanding what was going on. So this book can be read as a standalone. Having read some of TL Swan’s books, I was really excited to try this book and boy she didn’t disappoint! The Casanova had everything that I love about this author’s angsty and steamy romances. As someone who loves the enemies to lovers trope, this book was just my cup of tea.
From the beginning, I was immediately hooked to Elliot and Kate’s story and I couldn’t get enough of them. I also loved seeing the development of their relationship and undeniable chemistry throughout the book! Moments like that are what made this story even more heartfelt. I’ll also admit that there were moments where I was frustrated by some of Elliot’s choices. But I still couldn’t get enough of their story. Even more, I wasn’t prepared for the twists and turns that their story would take. Which was what made this angst filled story even more enjoyable. Trust me, you won’t to miss this unforgettable love story!
This was my first encounter with this author. Although quite steamy with the sex scenes, the plot was so predictable. Katy heads the IT department for Elliot Miles corporation. She despises him. Lacking a love life, she joins an online dating site under a fake name. You guessed it. So does he and they correspond. Could it be the person she hates is the one she is falling in love with online? For those who love this series you probably won't be disappointed.
I loved The Stopover, so when given the chance to read The Casanova I jumped at the chance! This was just as good as just as hot. I really enjoyed everything about it. This is such a fun series that I highly recommend.
This book was oh so wonderful! I am a big big fan of these brothers and Casanova did not disappoint.
The basic premise of the book is that our heroine, Kate, is trying to move on from a personal loss that has happened to her in the past which is not being helped by the fact that her boss, Elliot is always on her case about something. From day one they got off on the wrong foot and now years later are still not getting along despite being boss and employee. It is not until Elliot sees Kate in a new light that things begin to change...
What I love about this book is that despite Elliot being rich characters seem really authentic and real and you really feel the emotion that both Kate and Elliot feel throughout. Oh my Gosh, Elliot is so dreamy :) He is dominant, sexy, and demanding BUT also a sweetheart of a romantic despite the issues that he faces.
T L Swan can also right flirty banter in the style that I like. It's just enough sarcasm that it hits home but not enough to be offensive and ruin the flirtiness behind it.
Also the cameos of the past characters, Jameson and Emily along with Tristan and Claire.
I dropped a star purely on the basis that online dating is not a troupe that I would say that I'm into. I think in this case it was done well but personal preference would have been for the story to develop in a different way (that is absolutely me problem and not a book problem)
All in all, I would recommend that you read this series for the steam, the banter, and the relationships that come from each novel.
I'm not that far into the book but I've already hit so many things that I really disliked, I'm not sure if I'll continue. First, this book's depiction of LGBTQ+ characters seems so problematic and backwards. When the MC's new roommate moves in, she immediately asks if he's gay the first time they hang out. The roommate's response to this question was also just a really weird, with him saying "oh I'm into females but sometimes I get randy with males" and such. Idk, I just think there is a much better way of handling this than the way the author did.
Additionally, the storytelling and pacing of the story is just really off. The first few chapters are all telling and not showing, with characters going off on long monologues of who they are/what they're looking for/ describing their actions in a weird, totally unrealistic way. Overall, the book seems very choppy and predictable, and while I normally appreciate a good enemies-to-lovers, this book seems like it will be handled in a very should-be-reported-to-HR kind of way. This will probably be a dnf for me.
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Thanks NetGalley and the Publisher for the free eARC in exchange for an honest review!
This was a hard read for me. I almost didn’t finish it.
I didn’t like either of the 2 main characters. Kate was snippy and rude. Elliot sends out mixed signals and leads her on. In fact, he only gets interested in Kate when he spies on her wearing a body hugging sports uniform. Yuck!
I really didn’t care if they got together or not.
I did like the secondary characters. In particular, i really enjoyed Kate’s 2 roommates.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an arc in exchange for my honest review.
TL Swan is my guilty author read. I will read her books over and over and she is an automatic -buy author or a repeat KU click when I am looking for a fun romance read. This is the 3rd installment of the Miles High Club and I would suggest reading them in order but if you want to skip and read this one that is fine. Ms. Swan's writing continues to enchant, brings a smile and lots of laugh out loud and sigh moments with her books. This is definitely on my shelf to re-read over & over. Thank you to Montlake/Amazon Publishing and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.
Thanks to the publisher for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.
Unfortunately I DNF this one at 30%. I thought the enemies to lovers/workplace storyline seemed like fun, but the writing was really clunky and didn’t do it for me.
A few specific issues:
-How would a lowly IT employee get away with her sarcasm and enmity toward the CEO for 7 years of employment (not to mention he’s obviously many many levels above her at work and wouldn’t interact with her regularly anyway)?
-I didn’t find the humor used in the online dating profiles funny
-I didn’t find it at all believable the way that Elliot explicit comes on to Kate (in the work gym or at a bar)!
I read this ARC for an honest review
All thoughts and opinions are mine
I've read some of this series previously and enjoyed them so was pleased to read this
Loved it - read in one sitting
Another steamy installment, with so much more.
Elliott and Kate - enemies. The hate is palpable. But hate & love are a fine line!
Their banter throughout, in real life and otherwise, was fun and entertaining. And their path to romance was definitely rocky. Their first spark moment was amusing too. Enjoyed their story.
Loved that the brothers make appearances through all of the books. The Miles brothers are definitely something.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK, Montlake for an advance copy in exchange for an honest review!
Loved Elliot miles!
The other two books were good but this one was by far my favorite!
Thank you for the opportunity!
It has disappeared from my reading library, so cannot read and give a review recommendation on the contents of the story.
Disappointing as I was looking forward to reviewing this book.
ARC from Netgalley received in exchange for an honest review.
4 stars.
Initially reading this book it seemed to be a little lacking in something..... it genuinely felt like something was "missing"....especially as the first two books in the series where such great reads and had me intrigued and loving pretty much from the start.
Plowing on though....I started to get more of the "feels" I normally associate with a T. L. Swan romance and ended up enjoying this enemies to lovers story overall.....not my favorite of the series obviously.... but I do love this author's work and I am up for reading a book by her anytime!!!!
This was everything I expected to be. It was my first time reading something from TL Swan and I became a fan already!
TL Swan is a favorite of mine and every book she writes just gets better! The Takeover is definitely my favorite out of this series, but The Casanova comes in at a close second. Loved every minute of Kate and Elliot’s story! They were too cute. Definitely recommend.
I picked up Casanova just from the cover as a blind read. and really enjoyed it. The banter between Elliott & Kate as they realize the hate they believe they feel with each other is truly an intense attraction. I didn't want to like Kate's El but I couldn't help myself. As the book continues different actions just like in Kate's eyes become endearing and loving vs egotistical and rude. Come on he got his goat a girlfriend! Casanova truly showed how El and Kathyrns love grew each day and each moment. As they learned to communicate through their emotions, work on their past trauma and let love in.
For me TL Swan is a hit or miss author. She is a fabulous writer and has a gift with creating some awesome characters. BUT she likes love triangles or having the main characters have sex with other characters. Its something I don't like to see in books I read expecting romance. But this is book 3 in the series and I have loved the first two book so much that I gave this story a chance.
There were things I loved about it like the main hero, Elliot Miles and his brothers. And I adored his hate/love thing with his employee, IT Manager Kathryn Landon. These two together were a hoot and I loved their bickering.
But Kathryn is very sensitive to her awful sister who is always trying to steal her men. She even tells this to Elliott and this is what I HATED about this book. Elliott has this thing for this mysterious artist and lets say when she calls he comes running. And honestly this ruined my love of this book. I felt so bad for Kathryn.
He then comes running back to her, and I LOVED LOVED that she makes it very hard on him to come back. I was so happy she refuses him over and over again. And thats what I loved about this story. I loved that Kathryn knows her worth and she makes him work for it. She was so awesome and I absolutely adored her. She is why I enjoyed this book.
Could not get into this book.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.
I love all of T L Swan's books, this book was just as great as I'd hoped it would be. I will continue to support any and all books she puts out, as I love the way she is able to write angsty, raunchy romance.
So, The Casanova had a really high mountain to climb after The Takeover. I absolutely loved The Takeover, Tristan Miles was probably one of the most engaging and charming characters I've read from T.L. Swan. Going into this book I knew that Elliott probably wasn't going to be as engaging as Tristan. I thinking about that helped a lot. I truly did enjoy this book even though I think there are some things I would love to change about Elliott. He was really possessive, which I kind of expect from a MIles brother but it kind of rubbed me the wrong way. It's probably because of the boss and employee relationship. I took me a while to enjoy The Stopover because of that power dynamic. More than likely this is a trope I just don't care for.. Overall, I think it was a solid read just not one of my favorites from T.L. Swan.
I received an ARC for an honest review.
I do love reading these kinds of stories, and this was no different.
I would definitely recommend it, it's the love and hate type of relationship!! :)
My favorite one in the series so far! TL swan brought the heat, angst and feels with this one. Kate and Elliot were so up and down, i loved their tumultuous rollercoaster of hate to love, their relationship and banter was amazing to watch, they were funny, had a lot of back and forth and it took Elliot a while to make up his mind, but deep down he knew Kate was the one for him! I also loved the little glimpse of Tristan and the kids!!!!
I absolutely love TL Swan’s books and The Casanova was just another amazing book!! Elliott Miles is convinced Kate is there to make him crazy but instead he just lives ‘torturing’ her. Sound like some a kindergarten little boy might due lol??? Kate is fed up with dating but let’s her friends talk her into joining a dating app. Little does she know the one person interested in talking to her is really her boss behind a fake account. It doesn’t take long for Elliott to put pieces together but he doesn’t tell Kate but uses their conversations as a way to really get to know her. These two are perfect for each other but with all the lies between them as well as the mistrusts they both have about love, getting through it will challenge their love and resolve. What an amazing story to read and watch unfold!
received an ARC from Netgalley in exchanged for an honest review~
🤞🏼Enemies-to-Lovers
🔥Steamy sex scenes
💼Workplace Romance
😂Hilarious Banter
😳WTF moments/plot twist
💖HEA
“𝑨𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒚 𝒏𝒊𝒄𝒌𝒏𝒂𝒎𝒆𝒅 𝑪𝒂𝒔𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒂 𝑴𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒔 𝒃𝒚 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒅𝒖𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒕𝒐 𝒈𝒆𝒕 𝒘𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏 𝒕𝒐 𝒅𝒐 𝒂𝒏𝒚𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒔.”
Kathryn is the manager of the IT team for Miles Media who Elliot is the CEO of.
She’s been there for 7 years and has hated Elliot since the first time they met. His asshole/casanova behaviour is what really ticks her off.
“𝑬𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒐𝒕 𝑴𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒔 𝒇𝒖𝒄𝒌𝒔 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒉𝒆 𝒅𝒐𝒆𝒔 𝒃𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔, 𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒅 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒖𝒏𝒂𝒑𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒄.”
Something happens to Kate while at work and Elliot is the one who is there to help her. As he is the only other person in the office at the time. Creating a close proximity situation. Elliot helps her home and after that he cannot seem to stay away from her.
Which is where a No-Strings-Attached proposal comes in. Elliot makes the proposition to Kathryn, she’s is hesistant at first but ultimately gives in.
Starting their relationship which leads to so many different situations & a plot twist I didn’t see coming!
‘“𝑫𝒐𝒏’𝒕 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒓𝒚,” 𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒂𝒚𝒔 𝒄𝒂𝒔𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒚 𝒂𝒔 𝒉𝒆 𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒌𝒔 𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝒄𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒎. “𝑰’𝒍𝒍 𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒌 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒏𝒆𝒙𝒕.”’
TL Swan is no stranger to putting in some hilarious scenes and creating a book full of banter that has you laughing out loud.
This is the first novel I've read from TS Swan and I'm now convinced I need to read the others in this series immediately. I felt like this story offers romance readers everything they need: steam, spice, and some wry humor along the way!
Summary:
In T L Swan’s steamy third installment of the Miles High Club, Kate’s hot new pen pal is a welcome distraction from her horrible boss. But nobody is as distracting as Elliot Miles…and he knows it.
My favorite hobby is infuriating Elliot Miles. Just the sight of my boss’s handsome face triggers my sarcasm. God knows how he earns his Casanova reputation—if a million women want him with his personality, what the heck am I doing wrong?
Disgusted with my love life, I join a dating app under a fake name. I start chatting to a man named Edgar. He’s not my type and lives on the other side of the world, but we hit off a friendship, laugh and confide in each other.
But lately things are getting weird at work. Elliot’s being…attentive. His eyes linger a little longer than they should, and there’s a heat behind them that I haven’t felt before. And then, in the shock of all shocks, he tells me that my vulnerability is appealing. But when was I vulnerable?
Horror dawns…Has my boss been reading my emails to Edgar?
Damn it, why did I use my work email?
Oh no, does he know what I really think of him? I’d rather die than ever admit it.
Or, even worse: is it possible that the man I loathe in real life is the man I’m falling for online?
tl swan making my year again with this book<33 tho, takeover was my favourite, I still loved this one a lot too! I’m so excited for the next book in the series!
Wow! Done it again! This is the third in The Miles High Club and it's my new favourite series. I can see myself re reading these books over and over.
Elliott and Kathryns dynamic is just on fire. The heat was 👌🔥 but not only that, the feels are there too. And some parts of the book had me laughing out loud!
I love the humour that has been in this series, this is what's set it apart for me, it's not just about the 🔥, it's the whole package!
I cannot wait for Christopher's story to complete the series 😍
Loved this one although Tee never lets us down! Elliot was the typical alpha we all love and Kate wasn't afraid to bite back. These two bounced off each other but Elliot did make a questionable mistake that left me SHOCKED.
- workplace romance
- Farm animals especially a goat and killer ducks that make an appearance
- Good banter with a lot of laugh out loud moments
- I dont know much about art but it was fun to see Elliot's obsession with it
- online dating profiles
- family drama
- more time with all the miles brother
My Miles brother rating still stands as Jameson as my fave Miles man BUT Elliot has taken second spot leaving Tristan in third!
This is the first book that I have read from this author, so obviously read it as a stand a lone. There are several series that have similar themes, but I liked Kate and Elliot much better than some of those predecessors. Lots of witty banter and some very funny scenes, especially with the farm animals.
Kate and Elliot have hated each other for seven years, all because of a misunderstanding, when Kate made an innocent observation on her second day on the job, a remark that Elliot totally misconstrued and there went what could have been a good working relationship. But things suddenly change when Elliot catches Kate on the security feed in a red netball dress and all the assets she has been hiding. Both have baggage, but lots of fun learning about each other. This story has much more substance that other similar books, (Up In the Air, 50 Shades of Grey...etc) and a book I would read again.
I read an ARC that I received from NetGAlley.com. This is my unbiased and voluntary review.
The Mile’s High Club has been some of my favorite all time stories (really anything in the TL Swan world ❤️) and when I heard Elliot was getting his own book I was overjoyed!
Elliott and Kate (great name) are perfection. This office romance, enemies-to-friends-to-lovers is a trope that I just adore! This book will take you for a RIDEEEE. Kate is a strong, funny, and intelligent heroine. I love her and Elliot’s interactions. Of course, I love all the intertwining of all of T’s characters. This book also made me fall hard for a few secondary characters ::cough cough Christopher and Daniel::
I can’t wait for you all to get your hands on this because I know you will all fall hard for this couple!
This book was a decent story for Elliot but I still think that The Take Over is the best book in the whole series by far. He's just a way better character than all of the male leads we have had so far. Some things in this book really didn't make sense. It felt like the author was taking the easy way out when she made Kate the artist that Elliot had been in love with her work. We didn't even know that she was a painter and the way everyone describes how not great of a painter she is makes me wonder why the hell were people buying it from her sister. Don't get me wrong I hated the sister and I honestly think Kate is too good for her and should just leave her alone. The spice was there but the romance it's self fell a little flat at times. But the farm animal scenes were funny. Overall it was good but there could have been some more work added to it and not take the easy way for things.
My problem with TL Swan is that she writes long romances. My sweet spot in 300 pages and her romances are long and feel like they are dragging on.
Lol! A book worth reading for sure had me laughing through the the book... There was laughter, Drama,romance and some very naughty scenes... A great read...
I have to say that I liked this book. I liked the characters. They were complex yet relatable. I am now going to read the first two books in the series.
i really liked this book. This was a pleasant book to read and I will read more from her. Liked it all. from start to finish. pure enjoyment.
My favorite so far!
I loved The Casanova! I laughed. I shed a tear or two. Kate and Elliot were fun and incredibly intense. I started guessing about the identity of Harriet Boucher pretty early on in the book, but I'm so glad how everything turned out. I read the ebook and listened the the audiobook because I could not get enough of this. It was fantastic!
ARC copy provided by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
This is my first time reading anything from TL Swan. The Casanova is the third book in The Miles High Club, and after reading this one I had to go back and read the other two books in the series.
The thing with this series is that's really addictive, it doesn't let you get bored, but if we're talking quality, it's really mediocre.
Still nice to read if you're in a slump tho.
This book was really easy to read, and it was bursting with all the feels, but sometimes it got a bit cringe-y.
The characters were written so well, the heroine was really nice and i could relate to her, the hero though, he was kind of a douchebag in some parts.
Overall, an enjoyable read.
* I received an ARC of this book through netgalley and the publisher in exchange of my honest opinion *
I absolutely love T.L. Swan's work,
The other 2 books in this series was absolutely amazing so i was looking forward to this one.
This book has it all, the humour and banter, the steam and the storyline was amazing, kept me flipping the pages and not wanting to put it down
Loved it
What is there not to love about TL Swan,
This series is just sublime
After The Takeover book 2 in the Mikes Brothers, I really didn’t think Tee could match it
I was nervous and so I started not really wanting to give Elliott a chance, but once I started I realised Elliott was his own man with his own story
Once again I giggled and spluttered whilst reading and trying not to wake Husbot laying next to me
This series is just so amazing
Each brother individual in their own way and with Elliot it is his obsession with Art and a particular Artist he wishes to meet
Instead he meets Kate. Actually he realises he already has met Kate, she is his employee and he is only just seeing her now fir the first time
These two might not be compatible at work but after befriending each other on an online dating app under different names Elliot begins to open up
The hijinks are still abound in this book with the animals Elliot inherits when purchasing his new property
Our fave characters once again appear which makes one smile and chuckle straight away
And Yes, there is Harry, the wonderful young Hazza
I can’t wait to listen to this on audible. If you think reading about the Miles Brothers is amazing, audible will have you hanging onto your seat whilst you laugh uncontrollably
Elliot is fixated on finding his connection with the elusive artist whose paintings he has a connection to, the woman he mysteriously sees at auctions he attends, there is something that draws him to her , but he is also drawn to the first woman who works for him, Kate.
Why has he not notice Kate in the past. Can love be before you and not be seen?
Elliot is swoony, funny and everything you need spect from TL Swan.
Elliot is different to his brothers but you see a glimpse of Jameson and Tristan within him.
Tee has laughter and fun in all her books she writes but there is something different about the Mikes Brothers
3 down 1 brother to go ❤️ Bring on Christopher 2022
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
She’s done it again! This is the 3rd instalment in The Miles High Club and follows Elliot Miles and Kate.
🔥 Super steamy
🔥 Online Dating Friendship
🔥 Hangry Ducks (as well as other crazy farm animals)
🔥 Elliot is Kate’s boss !
🔥 Security Camera Stalking
🔥 Alpha Asshole Male
🔥 Strong Female
🔥 Enemies to Lovers
Sorry Elliot, but Tristan is still my favourite Miles brother 😉
Special thanks to @lifeinbookswithlauren for telling me about @netgalley so I was able to read this a little early.
Another fantastic read by T.L. Swan. I have not read a book by this author that I did not love.
The Casanova is book 3 in The Miles High Club, Enemies to lover, Office romance. Kate and Elliot were office coworker’s for 7 years and they despised each other. Once day Elliot is scrolling through the office security camera's and completely see's Kate in a different way. We then start to see them running into each other at functions and they cannot deny their attraction to each other.
This book gave me all the emotions, I got angry, sad, happy and I was in fits of laughter with the animal scenes with tears running down my face.
What a fabulous entertaining story. I loved all the witty banter between Kate and Elliot and their online alter egos. This has emotion and of course the humour we look forward to as well as being a well paced story. Even though I picked the "twist" early I still enjoyed seeing how it all panned out. Another awesome addition to the Miles brothers. Absolutely loved it!
This was a good book. I havent read anything by this author so it was a nice change. The author did a great job with the characters and their relationship together. Def a great romance!
This story was everything I except from a T.L. Swan book.
Funny, witty, serious, sexy and all about family and falling in love.
Christopher Miles is the youngest of his brothers.
He’s privileged, overindulged and sexy.
He’s only ever known the easy life. His parents worked long and hard to get where the family is.
So Christopher doesn’t know what hardship is because his parents were rich and successful while he was growing up.
He takes things for granted and is used to having his every wish and need catered to.
When his brothers make fun of him for it it gets him thinking.
The youngest Miles’ decides to backpack across Europe with very limited funds and work whatever job he finds for his necessities.
Hayden is a country girl through and through. She helps on her parents farm.
She loves the land, the sun and the animals.
Hayden is sweet, kind and loves wholeheartedly, she’s down to earth and takes everything with a carefree attitude and in stride.
She’s broken hearted a to get over her sadness she flies to Europe to backpack from country to country.
I loved both her and Christopher.
They are socially, economically and environmentally so vastly different.
So they can’t be compared to one another.
They are the product of the upbringing and each brings and adds different aspects to the world and the people around them.
While they were backpacking they were free spirited and so excited and easy going with whatever adventure they were thrown in.
There were hilarious fall out of my seat tears streaming down my face moments, sweet heartwarming times and alpha throw down situations that had me smiling from ear to ear.
Then real life came barreling in and reality was in their face.
At times how it was dealt with was not cool again because of how they were raised.
But when you truly love someone and they are your one that’s when you learned to give and take.
The growth and development of the characters especially Christopher was so good to see.
Learning to comprise and working to reach a point where both can have what brings joy to the other was worth what they went through.
Christopher and Hayden come from loving affectionate families never lacking in that way.
And understanding that family is what you make it to be was so inspiring and brought joy to my spirit.
I very much enjoyed this book.
The Miles Brothers are sexy, funny AF and very alpha males. I wanted Elliot to throw Kate away at some point in the story. I didn't get the "can't wait to read when I get home" or the "stay up all night reading" vibe from Elliot and Kate. The story twist couldn't even save it.
I was a good story however Tristan's story is still the one to top and I think that may be the clincher. All in all, I enjoyed the story and it did take over a week to read it - and that should have been my first clue.
However, I'm still waiting for the next story.
Tthis is a steamy read. Going to read and finish the series soon. If you like hot reads this is for you.
The third book of the Miles High Club series focuses on Elliot who manages the London office of Miles Media. Kathryn is the head of IT and hates Elliott, and in turn he is an ass to her. They snipe at each other until they finally get together. But Elliot wants to keep their relationship private. Kathryn has mixed feelings on this, but goes along with it. There is a lot of back and forth as Elliot pushes Kathryn away and then comes back. The final twist made me mad. I wish Kathryn would have stayed in Hawaii and focused on her own happiness.