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Grumpy the Bear (Blueball Band of Brothers Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Marika Ray (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 1,164 ratings
He’s a tattooed, blue-eyed jerk who has no business being a single dad. He’s also my next-door neighbor, and after negotiations, my grumpy employer for the summer.

I don’t put up with cocky males normally and I certainly won’t put up with that man making noise at all hours of the day and night while he builds his glamp-ground. I offer advice, but the stubborn fool just turns his tractor on to drown me out. He returns the favor by pushing my buttons and making me so angry I can’t see straight. And I really want to be able to see his gorgeous body in those well-worn jeans and backward hat.

Amidst the verbal warfare, I discover he’s hiding scars from a recent accident. I also find out his light eyes heat up to a smoldering icy gray when I give as good as I get. Makes me want to see just how far I can push him and what he’ll do when he boils over.

Gannon’s been dealt a rough hand in life, and when I find a way under that gruff—and stupidly handsome—exterior, I find that maybe he’s not Grumpy the Bear as I nicknamed him, but instead just a teddy bear.

Grumpy the Bear is a steamy romantic comedy between the world’s grumpiest single dad and his new next door neighbor, complete with a five-year-old princess, a glamp-ground in the making, a gaggle of friends who hold no prisoners, and all the sizzling banter to keep you up all night. This romance ends with a spicy hot and perfectly sweet happily ever after (and zero breakups…according to the hero.)
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    Blueball Band of Brothers
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  4. Publication date
    June 8, 2023
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Besties & Books - "I devoured this book in one day. The banter back and forth between these two neighbors was priceless."

Sassy Southern Book Blog - "I just couldn't put it down. I absolutely loved the book."

MJ's Book Blog & Reviews - "This is one of those stories that just gives you the warm and cozies and you end with a big smile on your face."

Words Turn Me On - "The book will make you laugh, steam come out of your ears, and plenty of heat as well. It was thoroughly enjoyable."

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0C5VZ2K4Q
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Marika Ray Publishing (June 8, 2023)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 8, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.9 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 268 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1950141608
  • Customer Reviews:
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Marika Ray is a USA Today bestselling author, writing steamy small town RomComs to make your heart explode and bring a smile to your face. All her books come with a money-back guarantee that you’ll laugh at least once with every book.

Marika spends her time behind a computer crafting stories, walking any beach she can find, and making healthy food for her kids and husband whether they like it or not. Prior to writing novels, Marika held various jobs in the finance industry, with private start-up companies, and then in health & fitness. Cats may have nine lives, but Marika believes everyone should have nine careers to keep things spicy.

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Customers find this book to be a fun and hilarious read with well-developed characters and a heartwarming happy ending. They appreciate the romance, with one customer highlighting the perfect chemistry between Gannon and Paisley, while another notes the perfect timing of their relationship development. The book features an amazing grumpy/sunshine dynamic and includes some spice, with one customer describing it as "Fireworks with a bit of spice."

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21 customers mention "Readability"21 positive0 negative

Customers find the book adorable and a great fun read.

"A wonderful story with endearing people and a fun location. Fireworks with a bit of spice and laughter. A heartwarming happy ending to swoon over." Read more

"...Truly a great book and can’t wait for the next one." Read more

"...This light-hearted story is so cute and fun and sexy and gave me all the warm fuzzies…so many times...." Read more

"...However Paisley is great at her job and won’t let her parents or any man tell her she can’t do something...." Read more

12 customers mention "Humor"12 positive0 negative

Customers find the book hilarious, with one describing it as snarky and well-written.

"...Fireworks with a bit of spice and laughter. A heartwarming happy ending to swoon over." Read more

"...have you rooting for them, wanting to strangle them, and laughing out loud at their antics. Truly a great book and can’t wait for the next one." Read more

"...The witty and snarky banter throughout this story was the best...." Read more

"...Our hero is grumpy but very loveable once you get past that exterior. And who can resist the adorable 5 yr old daughter of the grumpy bear...." Read more

10 customers mention "Romance"10 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, with one describing it as a sweet instalove story, while another appreciates the light-hearted approach.

"...A truly laugh out loud, cry when needed, anger a just the right time romance. Onto to book two of the series" Read more

"...They were perfect for each other even if they had their disagreements. Loved them ! Now to patiently await for Keva’s book next!..." Read more

"...Sweet, some spicy, funny with some drama/angst and eventually a HEA." Read more

"...Enjoy this sweet instalove romance that makes it hard to put the book down!" Read more

9 customers mention "Character development"7 positive2 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"A wonderful story with endearing people and a fun location. Fireworks with a bit of spice and laughter. A heartwarming happy ending to swoon over." Read more

"Loved the characters no storyline of this book. The characters have you rooting for them, wanting to strangle them, and laughing out loud at their..." Read more

"...RomCom with SO MUCH heart. Small town shenanigans with lovable characters...." Read more

"Love Marika Ray, liked this book. I just never made a real connection with the characters, not sure why… Also, did I miss something, why did Gannon..." Read more

8 customers mention "Story quality"8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story of the book, with one mentioning it has a heartwarming happy ending that readers can swoon over.

"A wonderful story with endearing people and a fun location. Fireworks with a bit of spice and laughter. A heartwarming happy ending to swoon over." Read more

"Loved the characters no storyline of this book...." Read more

"...This light-hearted story is so cute and fun and sexy and gave me all the warm fuzzies…so many times...." Read more

"Enjoyed this story. Love a tough as nails but feminine heroine who can dish it out...." Read more

3 customers mention "Adoration level"3 positive0 negative

Customers love the character of Grumpy the Bear, with one customer mentioning they adored her from page one.

"...This is a great read and Elise is such a precious little girl." Read more

"...and more couple to get to know and with the addition of an adorable little girl and her puppy it was such a great read...." Read more

"...Elise was perfect, I adored her from page one. A great start to a new series! Please read if you have a chance." Read more

3 customers mention "Grumpiness"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the grumpiness in the book, with one mentioning their love for characters Paisley and Gannon.

"...town romance books and she always knows how to write the perfect grumpy/sunshine tropes!..." Read more

"...This book is no exception. Loved Paisley and Gannon. They were a perfect mix of grumpy and stubborn...." Read more

"Absolutely love this book. Realistic. Grumpy sunshine. Hands down amazing. Highly recommend this book to romance lovers...." Read more

3 customers mention "Spice level"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's spice level, with one describing it as having fireworks with a bit of spice.

"A wonderful story with endearing people and a fun location. Fireworks with a bit of spice and laughter. A heartwarming happy ending to swoon over." Read more

"...A hard to put down book that has some spice. No damsel in distress book, as Paisley can definitely hold her own and dish it out too!" Read more

"...Sweet, some spicy, funny with some drama/angst and eventually a HEA." Read more

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  • Linnette Parris
    5.0 out of 5 stars So Good
    Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2025
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    A wonderful story with endearing people and a fun location. Fireworks with a bit of spice and laughter. A heartwarming happy ending to swoon over.
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  • Mary McCormack
    4.0 out of 5 stars Honest review
    Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2025
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    Loved the characters no storyline of this book. The characters have you rooting for them, wanting to strangle them, and laughing out loud at their antics. Truly a great book and can’t wait for the next one.
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  • Lori R
    5.0 out of 5 stars LOVED this RomCom!!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2023
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    Where has Gannon “Grumpy Bear” Hart been all my life?? Holy hot neighbor, this man is everything.

    So grumpy and bossy and growly, yet caring and loving and sexy AF. And when he goes all-in to play dolls with his daughter and changes his voice to falsetto? OH MY LORT. Be still my heart and vagina.

    This book right here is what Marika does best.
    RomCom with SO MUCH heart.
    Small town shenanigans with lovable characters.
    A series beginner that makes you want more, need more, crave the next book.

    I always love reading the first book in a series that Marika writes. I look forward to the introduction of all the characters - it’s so much fun to get to know them. It didn’t take long for me to fall for all of them in this story - the main ones, the side ones, and of course, the quirky ones. And I can’t wait to see them again in the next books.

    This light-hearted story is so cute and fun and sexy and gave me all the warm fuzzies…so many times. Pretty sure I had a smile on my face from beginning to end.

    Dirty talkin’ deliciousness had my things full of zings. Gannon sure knows how to make a girl swoon. And tingle. And blush.

    The witty and snarky banter throughout this story was the best. These two neighbors started off on the wrong foot, but they were attracted to each other…very much so. Sexual tension between Paisley and Gannon was so thick I could cut it with a knife. They tried to fight their attraction, but eventually they gave in.

    I loved everything about this book.
    The teasing, I thoroughly enjoyed it.
    The texts - I. lived. for. them.
    And then there’s Miss Elise…oh. my. goodness. I so want her to be real so I can give her a big squeeze! She is the sweetest. I want to be her stepmom, I want to have water balloon fights with her, and I want to hear her giggles. And the way she said Paisley’s name was enough to melt my heart.

    I couldn’t get enough of this well-written RomCom that’s full of small town goodness, lovable characters, and so many feel-good moments that squeezed my heart. I was l smiling, swooning, and swirling with so much happiness while reading this story.

    That epilogue…oh my…all the happy tears!! Why can’t a grumpy bear like Gannon move in next to ME?

    Love a good enemies-to-lovers RomCom?
    Read this one!!
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  • Lillian
    5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable read
    Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2024
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    Enjoyed this story. Love a tough as nails but feminine heroine who can dish it out. Our hero is grumpy but very loveable once you get past that exterior. And who can resist the adorable 5 yr old daughter of the grumpy bear. A truly laugh out loud, cry when needed, anger a just the right time romance. Onto to book two of the series
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  • Diana Benito
    3.0 out of 5 stars mmmm
    Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2025
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    I am normally a binge reader, but this book took me awhile to get through. By the time I finished I forgot how it even started. The couple was two strong minded individuals so their banter was really not my favorite. I did like see how they overcame their personal pain and insecurities.

    I am going to give the series another chance. Keva’s story seems exciting so I have high hopes.
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  • Kristen
    4.0 out of 5 stars “I want follow-through”
    Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2023
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    I love @authormarikaray small town romance books and she always knows how to write the perfect grumpy/sunshine tropes! grumpy The Bear is a great first look into this new small town series.

    Paisley is a tough as nails line(wo)man, she has taken a lot of crap from her parents for the job she does and how it doesn’t fit their idea of a job that women do. However Paisley is great at her job and won’t let her parents or any man tell her she can’t do something.

    Enter Gannon and his daughter Elise. Gannon just moved to town to open Glamper’s Paradise, he wants a place where people can go to unwind and relax. What he doesn’t expect is his fiery new neighbor and her take no shit attitude with a sunshiney personality. Gannon doesn’t want a complication but he does need help with Elise while he gets his Paradise up and running and Paisley is the perfect person for the job.

    Gannon needed Paisley to bring him out of the darkness and Paisley needed Gannon to give her more to life than her job. They were perfect for each other even if they had their disagreements. Loved them ! Now to patiently await for Keva’s book next!
    Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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  • renwith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Grumpy the Bear
    Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2025
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    When someone in a FB group asked if anyone knew of this book title (as she couldn't remember it), I was intrigued by the blurb and was hoping someone knew it. Thankfully, a member knew it & posted the title! This story was such a fun read! I liked the characters & the world Marika Kay is building! I just found out there's 5 books in this series so I'm off to read the next....
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  • Karie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Holy hot neighbor
    Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2023
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    When Gannon bought land to make a new life for himself and his daughter he never thought he'd fall for the hot neighbor. Paisley's first impression her new neighbor was not the best. I loved that Paisley was so fierce and tough. She had a job not many women have so she fought hard for respect. Gannon fought his feelings for as long as he could. This couple of both sexy and hilarious.
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  • Sarah Herridge
    5.0 out of 5 stars brilliant!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 1, 2025
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    This is my first read by this author and I loved it!
    It’s hilarious and sweet.
    I’m really looking forward to reading more by this author
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 10, 2023
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    Small town romance with all the sass and Witty comebacks. Written well. A strong female lead and a delicious grumpy man. Really enjoyed it.
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  • Hanbarn
    3.0 out of 5 stars good read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 28, 2024
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    Two feisty/grumpy people fall for each other and have to work out the finer points of having a relationship and one that involves a very small loveable being as well as a four legged dog! Loved it.
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