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Hot Stuff Paperback – February 18, 2021
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Dramatic, I know, but hear me out.
Chiseled hot body, bright blue eyes, and the sexiest smile I’ve ever seen, the first time I saw Garrett Alexander in my exam room, it took everything inside me not to do something crazy like mount him during his yearly physical.
Not only is he a total babe, but he’s charming, hilarious, and the kind of single dad that would make your ovaries explode—the total freaking package.
I know you’re probably wondering, What in the heck are you waiting for, girl? Go get yourself a fireman!
But, see, there’s one teeny-tiny (read: huge) problem—if we got together, we’d have to keep our relationship a secret.
I know. Who even am I? Some heroine in a freaking forbidden romance novel?
Let me guess, now you’re probably thinking...Whoa. Whoa. Whoa. Don’t do it, girl. Don’t fall for the sexy, off-limits man. It’s not worth it.
Well, too late. I already went and did it.
And I have a feeling this fire of ours is going to go up in a big, mushroom-cloud-worthy, ball of figurative smoke.
- Print length330 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateFebruary 18, 2021
- Dimensions6 x 0.75 x 9 inches
- ISBN-13979-8707017124
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- ASIN : B08WYG52F9
- Publisher : Independently published
- Publication date : February 18, 2021
- Language : English
- Print length : 330 pages
- ISBN-13 : 979-8707017124
- Item Weight : 15.7 ounces
- Dimensions : 6 x 0.75 x 9 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #1,583,659 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #523 in Fiction Satire
- #32,124 in Romance (Books)
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Many moons ago, a dynamic duo of romance authors teamed up under the pseudonym Max Monroe, and, well, the rest is history...
Max Monroe is the New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author of over thirty contemporary romance titles (with Romantic Comedy being their jam), Favorite writing partners and long time friends, Max and Monroe strive to live and write all the fun, sexy swoon so often missing from their Facebook newsfeed. Sarcastic by nature, their two writing souls feel like they’ve found their other half. This is their most favorite adventure thus far.
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Customers find this book well-written and entertaining, with snappy humorous conversations and a storyline that draws readers in. They appreciate the characters, with one review highlighting Garrett Alexander as a swoon-worthy hero, and enjoy the sizzling hot romance and heartwarming emotional content. The book receives positive feedback for its pacing, with one customer noting it's a quick read.
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Customers find the book well written and entertaining, with one describing it as an unputdownable read.
"...1st meet, immediate attraction. This was funny, sweet, sexy and a dash of angst. Great characters and friendships. Loved this book!!!" Read more
"***5 ‘Frank’ Stars*** This book was ALL KINDS of snort laughing, smexy and sweet, twitterpating heart, awkward moments and cheeks hurting..." Read more
"...I finished this book quickly because it was so well-written. It was a smooth, easy read, and the story was wonderfully entertaining...." Read more
"...I really wanted her to own it sooner, but they get there. A sweet, funny, loving book about finding love again and being true to yourself." Read more
Customers enjoy the book's humor, particularly its snappy conversations and quirky craziness.
"...1st meet, immediate attraction. This was funny, sweet, sexy and a dash of angst. Great characters and friendships. Loved this book!!!" Read more
"***5 ‘Frank’ Stars*** This book was ALL KINDS of snort laughing, smexy and sweet, twitterpating heart, awkward moments and cheeks hurting..." Read more
"...I will tell you that this book made wheeze and snort with laughter...." Read more
"Garrett is seriously the best book boyfriend. Loyal, funny, devoted to his kids...." Read more
Customers enjoy this romantic comedy, particularly Lauren and Garrett's story, which draws readers in with its fun exploration of the early stages of a relationship.
"...The ending was really good. The epilogue was great. And get your hands on the extended epilogue … which now has me eagerly awaiting the next book!" Read more
"Really enjoyed Lauren and Garrett's story, which I knew I would...." Read more
"...Great job to the dynamic duo! I love reading your books because it has all the feels and are so funny I sometimes cry so hard." Read more
"Excellent love story. I lived this life with my husband & 4 children. I totally understand the need of the firefighter/ EMT/ police officer!..." Read more
Customers love the characters in the book, with one customer particularly appreciating the hero's cheeky personality.
"...This was funny, sweet, sexy and a dash of angst. Great characters and friendships. Loved this book!!!" Read more
"...the awkward kinda OTT moments are hilarious and all of the characters were so much fun ~ though Bethany did have her moments...." Read more
"...There are so many great secondary characters and situations adding even more dimension to this book – twin kids, stressed sisters, his best friend,..." Read more
"...They are 12 years old and have great personalities...." Read more
Customers enjoy the heat level of the book, describing it as sizzling hot and steamy.
"I love Garret Alexander! He was a hot, sweet firefighter I fell in love with him!..." Read more
"Absolutely adored Hot Stuff by Max Monroe. Garrett is a swoony, sweet, sexy male lead, and he has definitely met his match in Dr. Lauren!..." Read more
"Hot Stuff is super steamy! I absolutely loved this book!!!..." Read more
"I was looking forward to Garnett book. Garrett is super hot firefighter and I thought it this book would be funnier...." Read more
Customers find the book heartwarming, with one customer noting it provides a deep emotional experience, while another appreciates how it captures motivations and emotions effectively.
"...1st meet, immediate attraction. This was funny, sweet, sexy and a dash of angst. Great characters and friendships. Loved this book!!!" Read more
"...KINDS of snort laughing, smexy and sweet, twitterpating heart, awkward moments and cheeks hurting from all the grinning goodness from start to finish..." Read more
"...and Lauren from dual POV, which is always the best way to understand motivations and emotions as they navigate through a minefield of complications...." Read more
"...Lauren is freaking hilarious, her inner banter was crazy, awkward, and so funny, hearing her thoughts made this story for me...." Read more
Customers enjoy the romance in the book, with one review highlighting the successful integration of divorced families, while another appreciates the single-dad storyline.
"...Great characters and friendships. Loved this book!!!" Read more
"Loved Garrett, he is a wonderful Dad and a great partner to Lauren...." Read more
"...There are so many great secondary characters and situations adding even more dimension to this book – twin kids, stressed sisters, his best friend,..." Read more
"Garrett is seriously the best book boyfriend. Loyal, funny, devoted to his kids...." Read more
Customers enjoy the book's pacing, finding it quick and easy to read, with one customer noting it's a fast-paced read.
"...It was a smooth, easy read, and the story was wonderfully entertaining...." Read more
"This was a great, quick read...." Read more
"...It’s a nice change of pace! The awkwardness of Lauren and Holly while they became friends was great too." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2025Format: KindleVerified PurchaseGarrett is divorced about a year. It was a long marriage and the divorce was a long time coming. Lauren is the doctor who gives him his physical ( for his job as a firefighter). 1st meet, immediate attraction. This was funny, sweet, sexy and a dash of angst. Great characters and friendships. Loved this book!!!
- Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2021Format: KindleVerified Purchase***5 ‘Frank’ Stars***
This book was ALL KINDS of snort laughing, smexy and sweet, twitterpating heart, awkward moments and cheeks hurting from all the grinning goodness from start to finish. It really was. Ok..there were a couple of “mmmhhhmmm” moments, but really, they only made the goodness that much better and I hate the fact that there are no more words because I didn’t want to say good-bye to Garrett, Lauren and the rest of the crew.
Truth: I ADORED Garrett before even diving into this book. ADORED and that is all thanks to Single Dad Seeks Juliette. He was so awesome in that book, that I was lowkey stalking the author to ensure I wouldn’t miss his book and all this book did was make me love him even more. He is a real good man in every way that counts. And Lauren. She is all kinds of sweet, sassy, kinda quirky and awkwards at time, but with a really good heart. She cracked me up the entire time and I seriously want to be besties with her.
Their journey was so much fun to be on from start to finish. I’m not all too sure how to classify their first meeting because I’m not I’d call THAT a “meet-cute” but it was totally unique and unforgettable. As for the rest of it, it was hard to not fall absolutely in love with them as couple from the start. They had that “thing” that had me rooting for them from the start ~ especially after that first date, which was also unique and unforgettable. As for that whole “secret relationship” thing. When it happened I was like “WHOA”, yeah...k BUT it wasn’t as crazy as I thought it would be and that all worked out the way it was supposed to and I loved how everything worked out for Garrett & Lauren in the end.
I gotta say, this was a fun read. Truly fun read. The angst is low, the awkward kinda OTT moments are hilarious and all of the characters were so much fun ~ though Bethany did have her moments. I loved catching up with Jake and Holley and Chloe. Holley cracked me up. Sarah and Hayden ~ Garrett and Bethany’s kids were so much fun (toes are crossed that once they get a little older they’ll get their own books) and it was fun to meet Lauren’s family.
Now, I was wondering who the next single dad was gonna be since there wasn’t really anyone mentioned in the book...and then I read the extended epilogue. OM?!?!! You NEED to make sure to snag that baby at the end (it’s a book funnel thing) because the ovaries just went all kinds of happy (again, cause, Garrett) and I cannot WAIT to meet Rhett!
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2024Format: KindleVerified PurchaseLoved Garrett, he is a wonderful Dad and a great partner to Lauren. Lauren understands that Garrett's job is demanding as she grew up witnessing it and also has a demanding job herself. She enjoys spending time with Garrett and his kids and they enjoy their time with her.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2021Format: KindleVerified PurchaseIf you read “Romeo Seeking Juliet” then, like me, you probably had your fingers crossed that Garrett would soon have his story told. Well, that day has come! “Hot Stuff” is a hot read that starts out with a slow burn, and when it ignites, the combustible connection between the lead characters cannot be contained. I finished this book quickly because it was so well-written. It was a smooth, easy read, and the story was wonderfully entertaining.
Garrett is a divorced dad who is devoted to his 12-year-old twins. His career as a highly skilled firefighter causes him to have a difficult work schedule, but he manages to do everything in his life with intense focus. Lauren is a talented woman of great focus as well, having been dedicated to establishing her career as a doctor. From the moment they meet at his annual physical, these 2 characters are brilliant together. I don’t like to give much detail in terms of plot, especially with a story like this one, because I believe part of the experience of enjoying a novel is found in the pleasure of letting it unfold across the pages as the author, (or in this case, the authors), intended. I will tell you that this book made wheeze and snort with laughter. One of my teenagers actually looked at me while I was reading and asked, “Mom, what’s wrong with you?” before slowly backing away and shaking his head with that facial expression that says, “Moms are so weird.” Well, when you read this book don’t say I didn’t warn you so that you could take measures to minimize your own potential embarrassment!
We get to experience the relationship between Garrett and Lauren from dual POV, which is always the best way to understand motivations and emotions as they navigate through a minefield of complications. Within the wonderful cocoon of this romantic comedy, both of these main characters wrestle with issues of personal growth and change. There are so many great secondary characters and situations adding even more dimension to this book – twin kids, stressed sisters, his best friend, her father, co-workers, natural disasters, an ex-wife, new friends, and Fat Frank, an unexpected and memorable guy. The ending was really good. The epilogue was great. And get your hands on the extended epilogue … which now has me eagerly awaiting the next book!
- Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2024Format: KindleVerified PurchaseGarrett is seriously the best book boyfriend. Loyal, funny, devoted to his kids. With all his good traits, it takes a special woman to love him and his demanding job.
Lauren is the perfect woman for him and his kids with one small problem. I really wanted her to own it sooner, but they get there.
A sweet, funny, loving book about finding love again and being true to yourself.
- Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2024Format: KindleVerified PurchaseLauren and Garrett!!!!!! Can I just say I'm in love with both of them?!? Two lovelies that are as beautiful inside as they are outside, thwy were just heartwarming to read about. Oh and I seriously laughed out loud so many times my family were wondering what was happening with me. Lauren is freaking hilarious, her inner banter was crazy, awkward, and so funny, hearing her thoughts made this story for me. And Garrett has just moved into the top of my book boyfriend list, thank you Max Monroe. 😉 Geez I loved this story, I highly recommend this romance!
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- Ursula ParenteauReviewed in Canada on January 14, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars hot stuff indeed
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseWhat a fantastic story. Characters were well written. The budding love story of Lauren and Garrett was well played. Loved Dat frank and the sassy pants of the kids. If you pick this book up you won’t be able to put it down.
- TessaReviewed in Australia on September 4, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Great story
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseMax Monroe are great writers who tell stories about (extra)ordinary people who find love together with a lot of laughter thrown in. I first read ‘Single Dad Seeks Juliet’ and I knew that I couldn’t miss Garrett’s story. I have to say that I can’t see it being easy to be the wife of a bush firefighter. Here in Australia we have a different system. We have the SES who are a volunteer service who put their lives on the line every bushfire season. Absolutely wonderful people. But it’s so hard for their families and also for them when they are fighting to save someone’s home and find out that their own house has gone up in flames.
This was a wonderful story and I urge you to read it.
- PrajaktaReviewed in India on March 9, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Blessed love
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseIt's so darn blessed to find such beautiful love that we see between Garrett and Lauren. It's fun to read about them, the kids, Chloe, Jake-Holley. I am so happy to read about Chloe and Holley. Despite her fear, I loved the way she stood up for Garrett. And felt very proud. And Garrett just accepts being fired for her, so stoically. Loved the story. And they buggy-eyed Frank, the fish. Lauren's conversations with her 'soul pet' are hilarious.
- P.WedzReviewed in the United Kingdom on April 5, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Another great read..funny!!
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseWonderfully written. Keeps you entertained with bursts of humour, banter and loads of smiley moments.
Always Love reading books with the funny but strong female characters.
A highly recommended read.
- CorinneandthebooksReviewed in Germany on February 21, 2021
4.0 out of 5 stars What a funny read!
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThis book is really funny, somewhat sexy, romantic and relaxing. It follows the story of Garrett and Lauren. He is a single dad of twins, hot firefighter and good guy all around. She is a beautiful doctor, the youngest daughter of Garrett's boss. They have great chemistry, the drama is low as they try to navigate a relationship where he is out on calls a lot of the time and she insists on keeping they relationship secret and their inner monologues are super funny. Also, the banter is really cute.
Garrett is very relatable as a single dad. His kids are hilarious and his parenting concerns are real. I thought that the beginning was a bit slow as Lauren took to long to decide to date him and the whole secrecy was too dragged out. But otherwise, this book was great!