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While reading Bad Beat, I had to keep reminding myself that Nico was a baddie. Nico is in the Mafia and his Dad is the Big Boss. We learn at the very beginning that it had been Nico's plan from the time he was a child, to work for his Dad. The family connection did not give him a free ride, he had to work and whack a few people to get to his position. But, at times, it was easy to forget that he had a switchblade in his pocket and a gun at his back. See, I forgot, because he was kind of sweet in a bossy, alpha, you are mine, kind of way.

Nico has learnt over the years that it’s better to not show emotion. Emotions and affection can make you weak. When Nico’s childhood mate, Alec needs his help, he doesn’t hesitate to use his connections. Unknown to Nico, this favour leads him on a path that brings him face to face with the one woman who can crack the barrier he hides his emotions behind.

Olivia's led a very sheltered life. My first thought when she was introduced was – how did a very sheltered 22-year-old end up dressed like a prostitute? Oh, it would be easy to assume she’s acting out in rebellion, running away or has been lead down the wrong path. Turned out I was totally wrong and wasn’t even close.

So, the very innocent Olivia happened to have caught the eye of two very influential Mafia guys…on opposing sides. They’re both bad, but one is just a wee bit ickier than the other. Lucky for her, the less icky one is Nico, and he wants to help her. Olivia’s mother is ill and she can’t afford all the medicine she needs to buy for her to get better. Nico offers to get her away from the icky mafia dude and look after her mother, in exchange for certain services (wink, wink, nudge, nudge).

Nico originally planned to wham, bam, thank you, ma’am Olivia, but those plans changed once he realised that he wanted to be the only wham bammer in her life. He manages to talk her into marrying him and they wham bam till their hearts were content.

Now, while all the wham bamming is going on, there are few highs and lows that Nico and Olivia have to face. There’s this psycho chick who wanted Nico, baddies who want to separate them, and baddies who want to use them. Nico does his Prince Charming act, with a switchblade and his gun, saves the day and carries his princess off to their castle.

I really enjoyed Bad Beat and struggled to put it down when I needed to go to work…and exercise…and help hubby celebrate his birthday today. I really must love my hubby, I stopped reading at 90% (when the baddies were being extra bad) to do the birthday thing.

There are a lot of sexy times in this story and you definitely get to see their connection with all the wham bamming going on. I did get a little frustrated with Nico and his drawn out determination to keep his heart locked away. Yeah, Nico, those heart flutters mean you FEEL something for Olivia, you dodo head. I also thought that sweet, little Olivia was a little too naïve and innocent. All good though and got my requisite heart flutters and goofy smiles by the end.

I definitely think Sarah Curtis’ talent has increased with every new release and this is her best work yet. I will be reading more of her stories in the future.


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Bad Beat The Gamblers Book 2 edition by Sarah Curtis Literature Fiction eBooks Reviews

This book is only my 4th book by Sarah Curtis and they are still so good! I do have to be honest though and say Nico is my least favorite of the four (#1 Jackson, #2 Marco, and #3 Alec). I think what made him at the bottom was he was just so cold in the beginning. I totally get why he is the way he is since he is the son of the mob boss and who was also getting ready to take over, but with the others I felt more with them. Don’t get me wrong, after time passed, he was all in with Olivia, but I felt more of a connection with the other three.

As for Olivia, she was a sheltered and sweet daughter of a prostitute, but she had such strength in her. Her mother tried to protect her as much as she could but when she became ill, Olivia became fair game. Fortunately, or unfortunately in the beginning, Nico comes along and kidnaps her and keeps her as collateral. As payment for a favor to Olivia, he expected sex. There was a bit of a surprise for Nico that night. It was from here I think feelings started to change for Nico. He felt the connection with Olivia that first night but he didn’t believe it, but when he found out what was in store for Olivia if he returns her, he offers her a surprising resolution.

Even though I mentioned Nico was my least favorite, he is still a Sarah Curtis alpha and they all have some awesomeness in them. Nico could be such a sweet and protective alpha and he was also surprisingly funny, I loved his take on brussel sprouts, he finds them cowardly!! And when he realizes his feelings towards Olivia was changing, he was willing to do whatever he could to make her happy. It really was swoon-worthy. And the sexy times between these two were hot!

There was a bit of suspense in this book, but nothing angsty.

All in all a great read. And again the epilogue was just awesome!!
Despite not wanting to sound like a tween, I have to say it. OMG! Let's see if I can do this book justice. First, let me just say I turned into a total sap when I finished the epilogue. I actually sighed like a lovesick fool. I love that Sarah Curtis went a bit edgy with this story. I'm a sucker for the unemotional Hero and Nico was above and beyond my expectations.

After getting a look into what caused the rift between Nico and Alec, this book started off where "All In" ended. We got Nico's POV of the motel scene when he came to Alec's aid to save his girl, River. That scene led to Nico following the trail of what got Royal, River's brother, into the trouble that pulled River in. This is where it all begins for Nico.

One look at Olivia and Nico was a goner. Except he doesn't know it. He's a rational man. He's only taking her to stop the thugs from moving in on his territory, right? It can't be because she actually means something. He's gotta keep her a bit longer than planned. It's smart business. It's not because he can't let her go, Right? Oh Nico. *Shakes head*

Nico is the son of a mob boss. The empire will be his someday and he has trained since he was 18 to show no emotions, to be strong, patient and deadly. He's been this way for so long, he doesn't even know what emotions are sometimes. Until Olivia. Sweet Olivia. The daughter of a prostitute who sheltered her so she could have a better life.

I absolutely loved how the author gave such a sweet, slow burn love. We got to see in actions instead of words how these two become more to each other than they possibly could have expected.

The book was all about them as a couple learning each other and facing obstacles together. Such a refreshing change. The way Nico treated Olivia is every woman's dream come true. The fact that he was so good to her even when he was clueless to his feelings made it even more special.

I don't know how the author can top this one. Love it! ARC provided by author.
While reading Bad Beat, I had to keep reminding myself that Nico was a baddie. Nico is in the Mafia and his Dad is the Big Boss. We learn at the very beginning that it had been Nico's plan from the time he was a child, to work for his Dad. The family connection did not give him a free ride, he had to work and whack a few people to get to his position. But, at times, it was easy to forget that he had a switchblade in his pocket and a gun at his back. See, I forgot, because he was kind of sweet in a bossy, alpha, you are mine, kind of way.

Nico has learnt over the years that it’s better to not show emotion. Emotions and affection can make you weak. When Nico’s childhood mate, Alec needs his help, he doesn’t hesitate to use his connections. Unknown to Nico, this favour leads him on a path that brings him face to face with the one woman who can crack the barrier he hides his emotions behind.

Olivia's led a very sheltered life. My first thought when she was introduced was – how did a very sheltered 22-year-old end up dressed like a prostitute? Oh, it would be easy to assume she’s acting out in rebellion, running away or has been lead down the wrong path. Turned out I was totally wrong and wasn’t even close.

So, the very innocent Olivia happened to have caught the eye of two very influential Mafia guys…on opposing sides. They’re both bad, but one is just a wee bit ickier than the other. Lucky for her, the less icky one is Nico, and he wants to help her. Olivia’s mother is ill and she can’t afford all the medicine she needs to buy for her to get better. Nico offers to get her away from the icky mafia dude and look after her mother, in exchange for certain services (wink, wink, nudge, nudge).

Nico originally planned to wham, bam, thank you, ma’am Olivia, but those plans changed once he realised that he wanted to be the only wham bammer in her life. He manages to talk her into marrying him and they wham bam till their hearts were content.

Now, while all the wham bamming is going on, there are few highs and lows that Nico and Olivia have to face. There’s this psycho chick who wanted Nico, baddies who want to separate them, and baddies who want to use them. Nico does his Prince Charming act, with a switchblade and his gun, saves the day and carries his princess off to their castle.

I really enjoyed Bad Beat and struggled to put it down when I needed to go to work…and exercise…and help hubby celebrate his birthday today. I really must love my hubby, I stopped reading at 90% (when the baddies were being extra bad) to do the birthday thing.

There are a lot of sexy times in this story and you definitely get to see their connection with all the wham bamming going on. I did get a little frustrated with Nico and his drawn out determination to keep his heart locked away. Yeah, Nico, those heart flutters mean you FEEL something for Olivia, you dodo head. I also thought that sweet, little Olivia was a little too naïve and innocent. All good though and got my requisite heart flutters and goofy smiles by the end.

I definitely think Sarah Curtis’ talent has increased with every new release and this is her best work yet. I will be reading more of her stories in the future.