Ayoh - Shop now
Kindle Unlimited
Unlimited reading. Over 4 million titles. Learn more
Read for Free
OR
$4.99 with 67 percent savings
Print List Price: $14.99

Promotions apply when you purchase

These promotions will be applied to this item:

Some promotions may be combined; others are not eligible to be combined with other offers. For details, please see the Terms & Conditions associated with these promotions.

Sold by Amazon.com Services LLC.
Read with our free app
You've subscribed to ! We will preorder your items within 24 hours of when they become available. When new books are released, we'll charge your default payment method for the lowest price available during the pre-order period.
Update your device or payment method, cancel individual pre-orders or your subscription at
Your Memberships & Subscriptions
Kindle app logo image

Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required.

Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web.

Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app.

QR code to download the Kindle App

Follow the author

Deborah Bladon
Follow
Something went wrong. Please try your request again later.

XOXO (The Calvettis of New York Book 4) Kindle Edition

by Deborah Bladon (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 3,085 ratings
This is how the worst Friday of my life started…

Subject: The Dick

Hey Sinclair,

Mr. Calvetti is as ornery as ever today.

He scolded me for taking a message from a woman who asked me to pass along this to him – “your lips are the purest form of pleasure this side of the Mississippi!”

She may not be a poet, but she is obviously head over heels for him, so I thought I’d play cupid and give him the message.

Dominick (The Dick) Calvetti told me once again to ignore all messages women leave for him.

He’s a cruel bastard with a gorgeous face and rock hard abs. I imagine he has those. He’s 6’3” and works out every morning. He has to be built under those suits, right? I know that the nickname I gave him is based on his attitude, but I sometimes wonder if it “fits” in other ways if you know what I mean. Even if it does, I still loathe him. He’s the worst boss on both sides of the Mississippi.

I attached a picture of the lingerie I bought for my date tonight. I snapped a selfie in the mirror this morning since you were still asleep.

Let me know what you think, roomie.

Arietta xoxo

P.S. Tomorrow we’re getting you a new phone. I miss texting. Emailing is for old people like The Dick.



Subject: Re: The Dick

Miss Voss,

Thank you for your email.

I hardly think 34 is considered old, and for the record, I’m 6’4”.

Details matter. Sending an email to the intended recipient matters more, especially when you include a sensitive image exposing so much of your body.

Also, cancel your date, as you will now be working late tonight.

And report to my office. Immediately.

Signed,
THE DICK

“XOXO”
Read more
Previous slide of product details
  1. Book 4 of 6
    The Calvettis of New York
  2. Print length
    304 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Accessibility
    Learn more
  5. Publication date
    March 10, 2021
  6. File size
    1.8 MB
  7. Page Flip
    Enabled
  8. Word Wise
    Enabled
  9. Enhanced typesetting
    Enabled
Next slide of product details
Unwell Hydration from Alex Cooper
Hydrate & focus with every sip Shop now

Shop this series

 See full series
There are 6 books in this series.

Customers also bought or read

Page 1 of 1Start overPage 1 of 1
Previous page
  5. Hush (Love in Manhattan Book 1)
    Kindle Edition
    $4.99
  8. Quit Me If You Can: A Hot Billionaire Boss Romance
    Just released
    Kindle Edition
    $4.99
  11. Indiscretion
    Kindle Edition
    $4.99
  13. Hard Boss: An Enemies To Lovers Romance
    Just released
    Kindle Edition
    $3.99
  18. Between the Lines
    Kindle Edition
    $4.99
  21. First Comes Revenge
    Kindle Edition
    $4.99
  23. The Bonus
    Kindle Edition
    $4.99
  26. It's Just Business
    Kindle Edition
    $3.99
Next page
Loading...
Popular Highlights in this book
What are popular highlights?
Previous page
  1. “You’re more beautiful and kind and everything than you realize. Dominick sees that. He came here dressed like a GQ model because he wants you. He took you to dinner because he’s falling for you. He told you to call him Dominick because he needs you, and he was alone when you emailed him last night because no one is you but you, Arietta.”
    Highlighted by 73 Kindle readers
  2. “Dominick wants a future with you. He’s determined to help you achieve everything you’re meant to accomplish, and all that man wants in return is your love.”
    Highlighted by 72 Kindle readers
  3. Arietta raises her hands in the air and uses sign language to communicate with my father:  I got the postcard you sent, and you got a tan. How was the trip?
    Highlighted by 70 Kindle readers
Next page

From the Publisher

XOXO balloons on scratched texture background with Deborah Bladon text
Male model in suit with text "I accidentally sent my super hot boss a half n@ked selfie"
text overlay "and called him a d!ck"
"This is how the worst Friday of my life started". The Calvettis of New York logo bottom right.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This was such a fun story, holy hotness Dominick, the anticipation, these two so good together. Even though he doesn't have much experience in the relationship department, my goodness, he pulls out all the stops for her. I had so much swoon major heart eyes moments." ~ Tweezyreads

"I laughed out loud and felt these characters all the way into my heart!! The writing was perfect. The ability to tell this story but intertwine other characters AND still be a complete standalone? Perfection!!!"~ Debi G.

"This is an amazing read! Dominick is a swoon worthy book boyfriend that you cannot help falling for!" ~ Bookaddict100

From the Author

Be prepared to fall in love with the Calvetti family in this series of standalone novels. Each book in the Calvettis of New York series features a different couple. You won't find cliffhangers or broken hearts here.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08YP24XGZ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Deborah Bladon
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 10, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.8 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 304 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1926440620
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 4 of 6 ‏ : ‎ The Calvettis of New York
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars 3,085 ratings

About the author

Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations.
Deborah Bladon

Deborah Bladon

Brief content visible, double tap to read full content.
Full content visible, double tap to read brief content.

Please click FOLLOW above, if you would like to be updated about Deborah's latest releases.

Deborah Bladon is a New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author who has sold over 4 million books worldwide. She has been featured on the top bestsellers lists over 70 times, including two weeks in which 3 of her books were featured. Some of her standout series that have been included on the New York Times bestsellers list are RUIN, PULSE and GONE.

Her love for romance novels began when she was old enough to board the bus, library card in hand to check out the newest Harlequin paperbacks. She's a Canadian by heart, and by passport, but you can often spot her in New York City sipping a latte and looking for inspiration for her next story. Manhattan is definitely her second home.

She cherishes her family and believes that each day is a gift for writing, for reading, and for loving.

Her stories have touched readers worldwide and she’s always eager to chat with fellow book lovers!

You can chat with Deborah Bladon on Facebook at AuthorDeborahBladon or on Instagram at @deborahbladon.

For all of the latest updates, including cover reveals, free books and giveaways, sign up for Deborah's mailing list at deborahbladon.com/subscribe.

Customer reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
3,085 global ratings

Review this product

Share your thoughts with other customers
Write a customer review

Customers say

Customers find this book to be a wonderful read with a thoughtfully constructed love story and fully invested characters. They describe it as charming, witty, and fast-paced, while appreciating the wonderful friendships portrayed in the narrative. The writing style receives positive feedback, with one customer noting the nicely depicted steamy scenes. The pacing receives mixed reactions, with some finding it fast-paced while others note it's slow-moving.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

Select to learn more

39 customers mention "Readability"39 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be a wonderful and fun read that doesn't disappoint, with one customer describing it as an interesting and unexpected book.

"...I loved the sex between the main characters I loved the plot. Great read." Read more

"...The leads were enjoyable and it had a great supporting cast. It has minimal angst and nicely depicted steamy scenes...." Read more

"I really enjoyed this book. Arietta was sweet and everything you’d expect from a “sunshine” character...." Read more

"...The story is also slow moving, its not boring but nothing physical happens until the 75%mark then everything kinda rushes to the finish line...." Read more

38 customers mention "Romance"35 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, describing it as thoughtfully constructed and beautiful, with one customer noting its emotional depth throughout.

"...I loved the sex between the main characters I loved the plot. Great read." Read more

"...It has minimal angst and nicely depicted steamy scenes. The age gap thing doesn't usually appeal to me, but it seemed acceptable in this case...." Read more

"...Great characters throughout the story. Really liked the main couple and their falling in love. Great ending too." Read more

"...This is just a really romantic story with its eventual passionate moments between two very unique, but noteworthy people...." Read more

26 customers mention "Character development"26 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, finding them wonderful and fully invested in the story, with one customer highlighting the chemistry between the protagonists and another noting how the main characters effectively communicate with each other.

"I loved the characters and their personalities. I loved the background of the people, and the dialog. I loved the friendship between the women...." Read more

"...The leads were enjoyable and it had a great supporting cast. It has minimal angst and nicely depicted steamy scenes...." Read more

"...Great characters throughout the story. Really liked the main couple and their falling in love. Great ending too." Read more

"...There is character development and the plot is interesting. My biggest issue is the over the top sweetness and naivety of Arietti...." Read more

22 customers mention "Sexiness"22 positive0 negative

Customers find the book charming and beautiful, with one customer particularly appreciating the nicely depicted steamy scenes.

"I loved the characters and their personalities. I loved the background of the people, and the dialog. I loved the friendship between the women...." Read more

"...It has minimal angst and nicely depicted steamy scenes. The age gap thing doesn't usually appeal to me, but it seemed acceptable in this case...." Read more

"I really enjoyed this book. Arietta was sweet and everything you’d expect from a “sunshine” character...." Read more

"...She's 22 gorgeous, fun and sweet why does she have be sex deprived inorder to be worthy of love but Dominic didn't thats all im sayin...." Read more

11 customers mention "Writing style"11 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the writing style of the book, finding it witty and funny, with one customer particularly appreciating the dialogues.

"...I enjoyed XOXO, and found it was a milder version of her writings. The leads were enjoyable and it had a great supporting cast...." Read more

"WOW! Love the style of writing from Ms. Bladon. It is almost like carrying on a conversation I am part of with someone I am learning about...." Read more

"The book itself is well written and the characters are well described. There is character development and the plot is interesting...." Read more

"...things that I didn't enjoy; the rest of the story is lighthearted, playful, and kinda cute...." Read more

5 customers mention "Friendship"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the friendships portrayed in the book, with one mentioning how enjoyable it is to see their relationship develop.

"...I loved the friendship between the women. I loved the sex between the main characters I loved the plot. Great read." Read more

"...She is so sweet caring and giving he is hot to sure of himself totally a shrewd business man. But Arietta brings out the good in Dominick...." Read more

"...Arrietta was just a really kind person to everyone, but her secret came out when her wealthy grandfather showed up unexpectedly...." Read more

"...It was enjoyable seeing their relationship develop. Kudos to the author." Read more

9 customers mention "Pacing"6 positive3 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the pacing of the book, with some finding it fast-paced and having a great storyline, while others find it slow-moving.

"...The story is also slow moving, its not boring but nothing physical happens until the 75%mark then everything kinda rushes to the finish line...." Read more

"...are things that people do in real life, which made it easier to connect with the story line. There's plenty of secrets that are somewhat..." Read more

"The story was delightful and a fast read. I thank the editors for the dark and readable print,and,of course the numbered pages...." Read more

"...The funny, fast paste beginning unfortunately seemed to drag on with very little progress made by the two main characters...." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • Sandy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best love story in a long time
    Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2023
    Verified Purchase
    I loved the characters and their personalities. I loved the background of the people, and the dialog. I loved the friendship between the women. I loved the sex between the main characters I loved the plot. Great read.
    Helpful
     Report
  • TLC
    4.0 out of 5 stars It was charming!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2021
    Verified Purchase
    My all time favorite from this author was the first one in the Ruin series. I enjoyed XOXO, and found it was a milder version of her writings. The leads were enjoyable and it had a great supporting cast. It has minimal angst and nicely depicted steamy scenes. The age gap thing doesn't usually appeal to me, but it seemed acceptable in this case. The ONLY reason I didn't give it 5 was due to being...well, a milder version! It was great and I highly recommend it!
    Helpful
     Report
  • Leanna Thrane
    5.0 out of 5 stars XOXO
    Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2024
    Verified Purchase
    I really enjoyed this book. Arietta was sweet and everything you’d expect from a “sunshine” character. Dominick was everything you’d expect from an Alpha-hole billionaire boss. I liked how she brought out the best in him but I was a little bummed he didn’t really notice her much until after he got the email. Still I thought it was a resale good read.
    Helpful
     Report
  • MBA
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great love story
    Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2024
    Verified Purchase
    WOW! Love the style of writing from Ms. Bladon. It is almost like carrying on a conversation I am part of with someone I am learning about. Great characters throughout the story. Really liked the main couple and their falling in love. Great ending too.
    Helpful
     Report
  • miss angel
    3.0 out of 5 stars Sweet, but sticks to old fashioned ideals
    Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2022
    Verified Purchase
    The book itself is well written and the characters are well described. There is character development and the plot is interesting. My biggest issue is the over the top sweetness and naivety of Arietti. It was too much, the over sized vintage clothing thats very conservative, dorky glases always falling down, messy bun hair and overly charming. To top it off she's only had a couple of sexual partners and never the BIG "O", shes practically a virgin. I dont find anything wrong with a woman like, heck i am a woman like that. But, by contrast all the women Dominic was with were strong sexual and indendent women confident in there sexuality in seeking pleasure. These women are portrayed as slutty psycho ( women walks naked through his office), desperate stalker (woman calles repeatedly and leaves inappropriate messages with his secretary ie Ariette). It goes on and on seriously but the message is very clear that only virginal and innocent women are good and deserve HEA while women who enjoy sex are sluts who deserved what they get. Also Dominic was a total man slut and i didn't appreciate all the flash backs of him with other women, not graphically but still dont want to the reminders. Total double standard that sexual men are acceptable while women arent. Its a strong theme in alot of authors work that i wish would change its so out dated. Why couldn't Ariettie have a revolving door of men? She's 22 gorgeous, fun and sweet why does she have be sex deprived inorder to be worthy of love but Dominic didn't thats all im sayin. The story is also slow moving, its not boring but nothing physical happens until the 75%mark then everything kinda rushes to the finish line. The complete 180 that Dominic does so quickly is a little unbelievable and the ending is very cheesy. Its sweet and enjoyable. Ariettie is a strong woman in her own right and i liked the kindness so often lacking in this world. I just dont like shaming women for being as sexual as men. I will continue to read work though.
    9 people found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
  • llilly
    5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn’t put it down
    Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2021
    Verified Purchase
    I just adored this story for so many reasons. The grumpy, hot boss and uber efficient, beautiful PA is always going to get my attention, but what makes XOXO so memorable is how the characters are revealed later by layer. You think the person can’t get any more amazing as a human being, and then they do.

    One of the parts I particularly enjoy is Arietta having to screen Dominik’s calls to weed out the ones from his one-night stands. I enjoy it because of how it comes up later in the story.

    This is just a really romantic story with its eventual passionate moments between two very unique, but noteworthy people. The secondary characters are there to reinforce meaningful relationships. I bought and read it in one sitting. Enjoy!
    Helpful
     Report
  • Ash
    4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet romance
    Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2022
    Verified Purchase
    This was a sweet contemporary romance (boss trope)
    Arietta is a sweet heart- throughout the whole book. I love her accidental email and how Dom takes it. Their emails back and forward are sweet. The mistakes she makes are things that people do in real life, which made it easier to connect with the story line.
    There's plenty of secrets that are somewhat hinted at and leave you guessing the whole book ( I don't want to give anything away)
    I did not notice any errors- so if there is any they are minor and didn't take away from the story.
    If you enjoy contemporary- fall in love with the boss- romances, this is a good book for you.

    Happy reading
    One person found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
  • Teresa R
    5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely amazing!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2021
    Verified Purchase
    Wow what a beautiful love story of Arietta and Dominick absolutely loved it.She is so sweet caring and giving he is hot to sure of himself totally a shrewd business man. But Arietta brings out the good in Dominick. Love how you have people from your other books especially Calvetti's and Marti! Also the vintage shop where she ran into the client who Dominick desperately wanted and Arietta impressed her so much with kindness in the brooch she gave her. And her my life to do list that Dominick saw and helped her with, epically with her date Lowlife what he called him I know I'm all over the place with this review but loved how they got together and the red and pink roses from Wild Lilac and the song Precious Beats by Asher Foster they both loved that Dominick played when he proposed to Arietta!! Absolutely amazing book a must read for all you are amazing Deborah Boston!!
    3 people found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report

Top reviews from other countries

  • Happy Reader
    5.0 out of 5 stars Must read!
    Reviewed in France on March 13, 2021
    Verified Purchase
    Worth the wait! Deborah Bladon at her best! Absolutely loved it, could not stop reading.
    Report
  • Kindle Konvert
    5.0 out of 5 stars Adored this story! Fun, funny, sexy and sweet!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 16, 2021
    Verified Purchase
    I’ve been wanting to try this author for a while now and when I read the blurb for this story, I just snapped it right up!

    ”Dominick Calvetti doesn’t have a soul. Greed sits in the place where his soul should be.”

    Arietta Voss is a very capable 22YO with a genius IQ and a penchant for all things vintage. She’s the executive assistant to Dominick Calvetti. He’s a hard taskmaster and mean with his praise, smiles and gratitude. When Arietta accidentally sends him a rather inappropriate email intended for her best friend, it kicks off an awareness between them.

    ”I’ve looked at the picture of Arietta in her lingerie three times since I first opened the email. Deleting it would be the right thing to do, but I have never done the right thing, so why start now?”

    Dominick is twelve years older than his assistant and has always been focused on achieving success and accumulating wealth. He’s content with one-night-stands and no repeats. He chose Arietta as his EA for a reason – she puts minimal effort into her appearance and unlikely to be snapped up by an interested guy, like his previous assistants. However, he’s baffled when he starts noticing things about her himself – and, let’s not talk about that photo of her in sexy lingerie that she sent him by mistake! Who knew she was hiding a banging body under those weird clothes? All of a sudden, she’s all he can see.

    ”I know exactly how I want to be repaid. It starts with those lips of hers. I want them on mine.”

    Absolutely loved this story! It was fun, funny, sexy and sweet. I loved the dynamic between Arietta and Dominick, as EA and boss, as well as when they crossed the line into something more. They had chemistry for days! Dominick was a hella hot dude but also surprisingly soft and sentimental. He was such a decent guy under his tough boss persona – I loved finding out about all the great things he did and his relationship with his family. Arietta was one in a million. She was kind, thoughtful and insightful. She had a way about her that people loved, including me! I enjoyed her effect on Dominick and how she brought joy to his life. Overall, a fantastic, low-angst read, and can’t wait to read more by this author.
    Report
  • Rachel Beilby
    5.0 out of 5 stars xoxo
    Reviewed in Australia on November 26, 2022
    Verified Purchase
    Loved the book loved the characters and love Deborah Bladon. Please pick this to read, I found it to be a great read so great that I had to read it again after so long. And no doubt I’ll go back to read again at a later date, I fell head over heels for the story the characters and the experience.
    Report
  • Book Minx.ca
    5.0 out of 5 stars What an Epilogue!
    Reviewed in Canada on March 13, 2021
    Verified Purchase
    I hate writing reviews because they mean I have to stop reading and I cannot dive into my next book. So, it's saying something that I'm stopping to write this review about the lovely Arietta who is goodness in her every word, action, and eccentricity. To balance out this delightful heroine Ms. Bladon gives us Dominick: a money driven, super alfa who's going to topple fast as he realizes he needs to hold up Arietta in any way she'll let him. The epilogue here is every word every woman has ever wanted to hear from her love!
    Report
  • Catherine Leigh
    5.0 out of 5 stars such a beautiful story
    Reviewed in Australia on October 11, 2021
    Verified Purchase
    I really enjoyed this book.
    Arietta is such a great character, I love her genuine kindness, her vintage style and her passion for life.
    The sexual tension throughout this book is great, love the emails and the twists along the way.
    Overall, yet another fantastic book by this author, you honestly can’t help but fall into the book - I couldn’t put it down until the very end.
    Report

Report an issue


Does this item contain inappropriate content?
Report
Do you believe that this item violates a copyright?
Report
Does this item contain quality or formatting issues?
Report