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Pretty Heartache: An Age Gap Billionaire Romance (The Harding Brothers) Kindle Edition

by Brittany Taylor (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 106 ratings
Micah Harding has always been known to cause heartache.

He didn’t know it, but he broke my heart the summer I turned eleven.

Humiliated and embarrassed, I didn’t speak to him again after he claimed to have rescued me.

Now, ten years later, I find myself on his doorstep, heartbroken yet again.

Only this time, I’m an unemployed model, running from the life I’ve tried so hard to create, about to be thrust back into the one I escaped.

Although he’s the same billionaire I knew all those years ago, Micah’s changed.
I see the pain he holds in his blue-gray eyes, desperate to forget his reality and the secrets he holds within them.

My childhood feelings for him were kept under lock and key—they had to be—but now that we’re older and living together, the feelings I once had for him are no longer reduced to a meaningless crush. They’re real. And the more time we spend together, the more difficult they are to dismiss.

But as temptation consumes us, we realize our pasts aren’t the only facts we’re running from.

I’m twenty-one.
He’s thirty-three.
And my older brother’s best friend.

I never believed there was beauty in heartache… until I fell for him.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0DCKFBRT1
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 24, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.8 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 322 pages
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Brittany is a New Adult, Contemporary romance author best known for writing steamy, heart-clenching love stories, pulling out all the feels. The more angst, the better. She resides in Maine with her two sons and husband. She loves reading and writing spicy romances and is a Starbucks addict.

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3.75 Stars. This review may contain slight spoilers. This was my first book by this author. I believe this series can be read as standalones. This story comes with some serious topics. Tropes/topics covered in this book include brother's best friend, age gap (12 years), protective mmc, child abuse/neglect, drugs/crime, prison and model x business man. This story focuses on Adeline who was abused by her father and neglected by her mother and Micah who had a similar background and whose father was a drug dealer. I don't want to give anything away but it also has a bit of suspense and a happy ending. It gave me a bit of an icky feeling when it mentions her being 2 years old when he first meets her and he and her brother are 14 years old. But otherwise it was a good story. Would recommend.
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  • Tazzyjew
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2024
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    A book of romance, heartache, self-discovery, and love! Loved these characters and their personal journey thru all the hardships they had faced individually and overcoming together!!
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  • Carol H
    4.0 out of 5 stars Brother’s Best Friend: From Heartache to Love!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2024
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    I didn’t realize this was the third book in The Harding Brothers series, but it was easy to follow as a standalone. Adeline has always had a crush on her older brother’s best friend, Micah, but he’s only ever seen her as the “little sister.” Years later, unforeseen circumstances bring her back home, and with nowhere else to go, her brother suggests she stay with Micah.

    Micah is a handsome billionaire with a knack for stirring up trouble, but beneath it all lies a hidden heartache. He vows to protect Adeline as promised, but soon starts seeing her as the woman she’s become. Both haunted by their pasts, they find solace in each other’s company.

    This book was so easy to get lost in—the story draws you in, and you can feel every bit of the emotion and vulnerability between the characters. I couldn’t put it down, eagerly turning the pages to see what would happen next. If you love an angsty, age-gap romance featuring a brother’s billionaire best friend, this one’s for you!
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  • Jayme Pierce
    5.0 out of 5 stars Protective MMC!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2025
    I love this story!! I love how personal their stories are and how deeply loyal Micah’s character is.. Addy really masked her pain and trauma but having someone like Micah step in and protect her!! Swoon worthy!
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  • Sammy H
    4.0 out of 5 stars My favorite Brittany Taylor read yet!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2025
    I have loved the Harding Brothers series and getting to follow each of their stories as they travel through life and journey through love. There was something special about Micah and Addy’s story though, maybe it was the way their backstories played out and felt so real, or maybe it was the angst and anticipation. This was one I really couldn’t put down and just zoomed right through. All of the constant “will they, won’t they” energy had me rooting for them the whole way!

    I received an advanced copy of this book to read for free (even though I’m reading it very late!), and am leaving this review voluntarily.
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  • Elizabeth Keeter
    5.0 out of 5 stars Haunting yet a happily ever after!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2024
    Pretty Heartache by Brittany Taylor is a gripping and emotionally charged romance that dives deep into the struggles of trauma, redemption, and love. The story focuses on Micah Harding, the youngest of the Harding brothers, who has lived a carefree playboy lifestyle while working at Harding Holdings, alongside his older brother Lennon. However, everything changes when Micah is arrested for drug possession, leading to a three-year prison sentence that completely alters his outlook on life. Prison has left Micah scarred, and since his release, he hasn’t been the same man he once was. Adeline Mayfield, twelve years younger than Micah, grew up harboring a secret crush on him, as he was her brother’s best friend. Now an adult, Adeline returns to Boston after escaping a toxic and terrifying relationship in Los Angeles. Seeking refuge in Micah’s home, old feelings begin to resurface for both of them. The chemistry between Adeline and Micah becomes undeniable, and their connection grows stronger as they spend more time together. However, danger continues to lurk as Adeline’s past threatens to catch up with her, and her brother’s dangerous involvement in illegal activities puts everyone around him at risk.

    Brittany Taylor does a fantastic job of developing the characters in this novel. Micah’s journey from a carefree, wealthy bachelor to a man who must reckon with the impact of his prison time is both compelling and relatable. His history with his now deceased father adds another layer of emotional complexity, highlighting the difficulties many readers may face in navigating familial expectations and conflicts. Micah’s internal battle to acclimate back into society after prison, and his fear of not being worthy of Adeline, are themes that resonate deeply with anyone who has gone through life-altering experiences. Adeline’s character, on the other hand, showcases the struggles many women face when dealing with toxic and abusive relationships. Taylor portrays Adeline’s journey of healing and self-discovery with sensitivity, illustrating the internal conflict of making excuses for an abuser while also trying to break free. Her resilience, strength, and eventual reconnection with Micah make her a character readers can root for and relate to.

    In conclusion, I gave this book 5 stars because the romance between Micah and Adeline is beautifully written, filled with both passion and emotional depth. Their connection is undeniable, but it is complicated by the external dangers looming over them, particularly Adeline’s ex-boyfriend and the dangerous world her brother is entangled in. The suspense of whether Micah can protect Adeline and whether they can overcome the obstacles in their way keeps readers engaged from start to finish. Another highlight of the book is the time jump, which allows readers to catch up with the other Harding brothers and get a glimpse into where they are in their lives. This adds a sense of continuity and further development to the world Brittany Taylor has created, making it feel like an ongoing saga of love, redemption, and family ties.
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  • Laura Reviews
    4.0 out of 5 stars One of my favorite tropes
    Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2024
    I am an absolute fan of the Harding brothers. Each of their stories has pulled me in, and had me wanting to know more about their lives. I'd be lying if I didn't say I was eagerly awaiting Micah's story. I knew there was more to him than what we had witnessed in his brothers books.

    Loved the tropes in this book. They are some of my favorites, but brother's best friend is one of my top 3 favorites. The age gap, forced proximity, childhood crush, and billionaire tropes also fit perfectly. I would have loved to learn more about Adeline's dad and even her brother. There seems to be quite the story there, or maybe I'm just hoping for it.

    Adeline and Micah were just meant to be together. He was always meant to be by her side, pushing her, guiding her, and loving her. At the same time, Adeline is what Micah needed as well. Everything he had been through up until now showed that he was pushing back, calling out for someone to love and support him, to be in his corner. Adeline was that person for him. While he was trying his best to fight it, she got under his skin.

    The story was one I didn't want to end. I fell for the characters. Loved the romance, the forbiddenness of it all, the brother's reaction. That bit of suspense that came with Adeline's story (as well as her brother's little side story) added a wonderful mix to the overall vibe of the book. Micah's story did not disappoint at all. I also loved getting to watch the Harding brothers mend their relationships a bit, and bring Micah more into the fold.
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  • Amo
    4.0 out of 5 stars Loved Micah & Adeline story ❤️
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 30, 2025
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    This is the second book in the series from the Harding Brothers and it was such a good read. Micah and Adeline have their own stories to tell in this book, and they take you through some emotional moments and things finally come to a head.

    It was such a good book I can’t wait to head into book 3 4 🌟
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  • R. Dawson
    3.0 out of 5 stars A little intrigue and some spice
    Reviewed in Australia on November 8, 2024
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    [eARC The Author Agency] It took me a little bit to get into Micah and Adeline's story. I put it down and had to come back to it.

    I just didn't connect with the characters.

    There was a little intrigue and some spice. Best friend's sister, age gap, billionaire romance.

    "Heartache isn't always pretty."

    "Life is only ugly when you ignore the beauty". These two lines from the book wrap up my feelings from this book.
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