Heart and Sole

I loved these characters. The interactions between Maddie Kingston and her "rival" Nick Holter really made this book sing. You can tell right away from the bachelor's auction that they have some chemistry, some pent up emotions, and a looong history. An old family feud with origins that neither of them really understands is what really stands between them. Nick is determined to "win" the company back for his grandfather, and Maddie is determined to show her family that not all of her schemes end up in failure. She'll bring the company back to life and help it thrive. I actually fell in love with the mystery surrounding the family feud. It was a constant presence in the background of the story - looming over the families like an oncoming storm - but never really making an appearance until the end. Then it made up for everything and all sorts of bombs and blowups came out. I loved it. Unfortunately, I just didn't really like Nick. He seemed like a good guy, but as soon as I found out he was going to try and take Maddie's company away, he lost me. Break the feud, Nick! Break the feud! Now, Nick's grandfather was a crotchety old sweetheart, and I really liked his version of a HEA. **I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book**

Have just discovered a new author. Miranda Liasson's tale of lost love, feuding adversaries and secret vendettas in engaging. Maddie and Nick allowed outside sources and negative opinions to rip them apart the first time around. Now both are determined to prove themselves assets to their families no matter what. I found Heart and Sole to be a wonderful story. By mixing emotion, sex appeal and hilarious moments it was well pieced together. I received an ARC for an honest review.

I thought this was a thoroughly enjoyable read. While the storyline was slightly predictable, the writing and characters made it fun and entertaining. Maddie and Nick have always had an intense attraction but due to the "feud" between their families, loyalty has always kept them apart....mostly! After Maddie "buys" Nick during a bachelor auction, she tricks him into going back to their small hometown and get him to help her save the family business. Little does she know, Nick already knows about the family's business struggles and to avenge his grandfather, now owns the majority of the business! This is a fun light read that I definitely recommend.