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Simply Complicated Kindle Edition

4.6 out of 5 stars 321 ratings

My plan is simple. Proposition a man and extend a challenge: help me accomplish something I’ve never been able to do before with past boyfriends.
But there are rules.
He needs to be a stranger and someone who won't judge me if I can't cross the finish line.
Luke Sorenson, one of the most famous soccer players in the world, isn't meant to be that man. He's the guy I grew up next door to. The man who broke my heart ten years ago, then moved across the country and never looked back.
He also happens to be the one person in the world I can't stand.
But as my best friend points out, he's the best option.
Besides, it's only for one night. What can possibly go wrong?

***

The last person I expect to see when I walk into a random corner bar is Olivia Brighton, the one woman I let slip through my fingers when I chased my dream a decade ago.
Not only do I run into her again, but I offer to help her out with her dilemma, and she accepts.
It's supposed to be a one-time occurrence. One shot to prove my skills in bed.
But that one shot turns into a deal, which morphs into something neither of us predicts.
One thing's for certain—everything is about to get simply complicated.
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"This book was hella spicy. It was clear from the get-go that these two had serious chemistry and their efforts in getting Olivia's mission done were super-hot." -Filipino Bookworm



"Simply Complicated was a
fantastic story that I didn't want to end, so I HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ALL!" -The Power of Three Readers




"I really really loved this book. Luke and Olivia had
so much chemistry that you can feel it come off the pages." -Goodreads Reviewer, Thi


"I couldn't put this book down, I just loved the banter and snarky comments. The scenario is fabulous and just begged to be devoured." -A Book Lover's Emporium Book Blog


"The chemistry between these two is combustible and undeniable. This is a beautifully written story...which leads to
an entertaining and all-consuming addictive page turner. I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend. -Goodreads Reviewer, Wendy


"I really
loved these characters, their attraction and their banter." -Stephanie's Book Reports


"What
a phenomenal story with all the feels. Moments of sadness, love, laughter...the angst, the push / pull, and let's not forget the crazy chemistry these two have with each other. If you love romance with a little bit of enemies to lovers and serious chemistry, then look no further. You have found the perfect book." -Amazon Reviewer, M18


"Scorching scenes, perfectly written...definitely kept me begging for more!! This is a wonderful love story that I highly recommend!! Loved it!!" -Amazon Reviewer, Joanne


"The story was pure entertainment. I curled up for the evening and read it in one go." -Tales From The Heart


"It was the most amazing read...their bantering was terrific, and their
chemistry was smoldering and off the charts. Great writing... I really loved it!" -Amazon Reviewer, JulieD2


"Their story will have you
begging for more...I couldn't put it down." -Amazon Reviewer, Paula


"I loved the plot of this book!I love the story and how the author told it so well! Need more!!!" -Goodreads Reviewer, Tanya

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09B823K17
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (September 29, 2021)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 29, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4.1 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 264 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1735794066
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 321 ratings

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S. Nelson
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S. Nelson grew up with a love of reading and a very active imagination, never putting pen to paper, or fingers to keyboard until 2013.

Her passion to create was overwhelming, and within a few months she’d written her first novel, Stolen Fate. When she isn’t engrossed in creating one of the many stories rattling around inside her head, she loves to read and travel as much as she can.

She lives in the Northeast with her husband and two dogs, enjoying the ever changing seasons.

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Customers find the book worth reading and appreciate its engaging banter. The story receives positive feedback, with one customer noting its great ending.

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Customers find the book readable, with one mentioning how well the author tells the story.

"...It is interspersed with moments of sadness, laughter and love. So worth reading!" Read more

"Just the types of characters in this book makes it so enjoyable. I mean a star soccer player and a mechanic...." Read more

"...I love the story and how the author told it so well! Im usually drawn into her MC books, but indont think theres a trope by her i wont read!!!..." Read more

"Another great read from SN. Lots of feels and emotions. Love the banter...." Read more

4 customers mention "Humor"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the humor in the book, particularly its best banter, with one customer noting it's fun with all the feels.

"...I loved this story. It is interspersed with moments of sadness, laughter and love. So worth reading!" Read more

"This book had some of the best banter...." Read more

"Another great read from SN. Lots of feels and emotions. Love the banter...." Read more

"...This one was light hearted and fun with all the feels!" Read more

3 customers mention "Story quality"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story of the book, with one mentioning the great ending.

"Oh what tangled webs we weave when first...we DON’T COMMUNICATE! I loved this story. It is interspersed with moments of sadness, laughter and love...." Read more

"...I love the story and how the author told it so well! Im usually drawn into her MC books, but indont think theres a trope by her i wont read!!!..." Read more

"For the most part, I enjoyed the story. Great ending, especially the confrontation with the ex...." Read more

SIMPLY COMPLICATED KEPT ME BEGGING FOR MORE!!!
5 out of 5 stars
SIMPLY COMPLICATED KEPT ME BEGGING FOR MORE!!!
Luke and Olivia's story. I just loved everything about this story! Luke is the perfect BFF IMO. He sees a chance to finally be with the girl he let slip away and goes for it. He's a hot pro soccer player, incredibly handsome, possessive and just an all round great guy. Olivia has a different outlook on his proposition. Still carrying resentment from a broken heart 10 years ago, she finally decides to give it a guarded chance. Olivia is a strong, outspoken heroine who thinks she knows what she wants. She puts Luke in his place often but he keeps trying to breakdown her walls. Scorching scenes, perfectly written by S. Nelson definitely kept me begging for more!! This is a wonderful love story that I highly recommend!! Loved it!!
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Top reviews from the United States

  • Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2021
    Oh what tangled webs we weave when first...we DON’T COMMUNICATE! I loved this story. It is interspersed with moments of sadness, laughter  and love. So worth reading!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2024
    This book had some of the best banter. These two just couldn't help themselves given their chemistry and even tho they had a delayed start it was all the more faceted once they got going. Living a bit of life before settling into domestication isn't necessarily a bad thing.

    I really loved these two together ❤️
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2021
    Having read Ms.Nelson's work before I've been looking forward to picking up more of her books! As soon as i stumbled across the synopsis for this one i wanted to read it next! I enjoyed this story!

    Olivia and Luke's journey fits the title of this book perfectly. I really liked how these two had a history and the way they're brought back together. I enjoyed getting to see how they would tackle things in their life and how i felt many things with both characters throughout reading!

    With Simply Complicated, Ms.Nelson has created such a good read! I am so looking forward to picking up more of her work soon!
  • Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2021
    Just the types of characters in this book makes it so enjoyable. I mean a star soccer player and a mechanic.
    These two knew each other very well 10 years ago for a short time but nothing but sadness and hurt was evident at that time. Explanations were necessary before 10 years happened. A star soccer player and a female mechanic.......who'd have thought? Loved this , thank you!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2021
    I loved the plot of this book!
    Luke is swoon worthy!!!
    I loved how Olivia wanted to keep things on the up and up and not get attached!!!
    I love the story and how the author told it so well!
    Im usually drawn into her MC books, but indont think theres a trope by her i wont read!!! Need more!!!
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2022
    Another great read from SN. Lots of feels and emotions. Love the banter.
    Luke and Ollie reunite when Luke returns to town and he overhears Ollie needing help with a problem he is more than happy to help with.
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2022
    For the most part, I enjoyed the story. Great ending, especially the confrontation with the ex.

    However, both characters seemed unsure of themselves. Olivia's insecurities and uncertainty became annoying at a certain point. For an almost 30 year old, attractive, successful woman to harbor so much doubt was disappointing. And for her not to be able to tell Luke know sooner why she harboured anger for him was disappointing and childish. She could have easily used her sass to set him in his place the first night they reconnected.

    The saving grace throughout the story were her relationships with friends and family, and Luke's determination to not give up in them.

    I wished I could rare this a 3.5.
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2021
    I like reading S Nelson's books. I was given an early copy to read for an honest review. I enjoyed the book and the characters were for the most part likeable. The only thing negative I can say is Luke came across as a little bit needy. I understand he wanted to help his old crush out with the big O, but he just seemed like he didn't have a backbone and Olivia came across as a lit bit of brat. I did end up enjoying the book towards the end. I really like this author and will continue to read her books, I just didn't connect totally with these two.
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Top reviews from other countries

  • Debbie
    5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful journey of true love
    Reviewed in Australia on October 1, 2021
    Gah this book was so captivating I could not put it down. Two people who loved each other since their teens happen to meet again by chance. This is a must read for anyone who loves a sassy girl and a beautiful man.
  • Alexnadra Gianesi
    5.0 out of 5 stars simply complicated
    Reviewed in Australia on October 9, 2021
    I loved this book it’s so different to your MC books but still great. Hopefully you have more books up you sleeve MC or not your storytelling is awesome keep up the great work ❤️
  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Swoon worthy
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 7, 2021
    Loved this, nice light hearted read with some steamy passionate scenes and a good story as well a man determined to get his girl

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