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Muscle For Hire (Heart of Fame Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Lexxie Couper (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 247 ratings
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“I don’t want to be attracted to you.” Her voice was steady. Direct. “Being attracted to anyone isn’t part of my plans,” she continued as if discussing the weather. “I don’t have time for it. But…” She stopped, her teeth catching her bottom lip.

“You are,” Aslin finished for her, his heart pounding. “You are attracted to me.”

She nodded, her gaze holding his.

After fifteen years as the personal bodyguard to the world’s biggest rock star, ex-SAS commando Aslin Rhodes excels in the role of intimidating protector, oozing threatening menace. Now that the singer has retired, Aslin takes a new assignment as a military consultant on a blockbuster film. But just as he’s getting comfortable in the world of Hollyweird, he faces an unexpectedly immovable object. An American martial arts expert no taller than his chin, who promptly puts him on his arse.

Rowan Hemsworth’s focus is two-fold—keep her famous brother grounded, and never again be a defenceless victim. She has her hands full as the fun police, keeping her brother’s money-sucking entourage at bay. But nothing prepared her for the British mountain of muscle who makes her knees go uncharacteristically weak.

When a string of accidents on set convinces Aslin that Rowan—not her brother—is the target, things get bloody tricky as he tries to convince the stubborn woman she needs his protection. And accept that she belongs with him. In his arms, in his bed…and in his heart.

"Man, I love this story!" - FIVE STARS, Slick Reads

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Rockstars, Bodyguards, Firefighters, Feisty Heroines and Brooding Heroes. Fame Isn't Easy. Love Is Harder...

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Praise from New York Times Bestelling Author, Shelli Stevens: ""Lexxie writes a sizzling, suspenseful novel that'll have you flipping pages for hours on end." 5 Stars and Top Pick Award from Night Owl Reviews: "This action packed story kept my interest. I love Lexxie Couper's work and I love how so many of her secondary characters end up with books of their own. "
5 Stars from Slick Reads: "Once again Lexxie Couper has written an engaging story filled with colorful and entertaining characters, an interesting plot line, witty and intelligent dialog, and enough raw and steamy sex to keep you highly entertained and of course wanting more."Praise from Elle Kennedy, author of the Killer Instincts and Out of Uniform series: "Lexxie Couper delivers the perfect combination of passion and suspense. With a kick-ass heroine and a sexy alpha hero, this sizzling read is guaranteed to leave you breathless!"

From the Author

Muscle for Hire is the second book in the Heart of Fame series after Love's Rhythm. Nick Blackthorne's bodyguard, Aslin Rhodes, didn't just ask me to write his story, he demanded it. What I wasn't prepared for when I began Muscle for Hire, was the suspense plot line that emerged. But boy, was it fun to write.Enjoy.Lexxie

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09DH8Z577
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 21, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2287 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 199 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 247 ratings

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5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoy this book.
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2023
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Couldn't put it down. Buying all series. Characters had me hooked from first page. Buy this book you want be disappointed.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A page turner
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2013
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I loved the characters and the action, both in and out of bed. A real page turner, keeps you guessing right up until the end, "who's the bad guy?" I was sad to see it end, I'll have to read the previous book for more insight into Aslin's characters e r.
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5.0 out of 5 stars OMG
Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2013
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This was a terrific book! I loved Aslin and Rowan's story. There was instant attraction they fought but eventually gave in. I loved Rowan's brother too. His book comes out and I will definitely be getting it. There was one scene in the book with him and a kangaroo, you will fall over laughing so hard!....There was also a little mystery which was real beliveable and good. If you want a tough guy with a heart of gold and a kick a** heroine you cant miss this one....Enjoy!
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Judi Easley for a thoughtful reveal
3.0 out of 5 stars Predictable who-done-it
Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2023
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I knew almost from the beginning who was involved in the attempts on their lives. He was set up to look like the one, but he was just a lesser man trying to eliminate the better man from competition, so he might stand a chance at the woman. He never stood a chance. She never even saw him in that way. And, it was her. She wanted to stay in control of his life and be the one he turned to for everything. But she was no good for him. So, the mystery part really was no mystery.
The two main characters had an amazing relationship from the get go. They shot sparks off each other, and you just knew their relationship was forever. But if they weren't arguing, they were having sex. Sorry, but it was overkill. I just don't need that much detail.
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K. Kortz
4.0 out of 5 stars solid
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2014
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I like how real Ms Couper makes her characters, even when writing science fiction. There is a connection with her characters lives that makes her books a pleasure to read ... and this was no different. Good hero, feisty heroine, tension, plot ... well worth the money.
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Kim
5.0 out of 5 stars Aslin is definately one of my favorite characters of late
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2014
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What more could you ask for than a bodyguard with a heart! Aslin is definately one of my favorite characters of late. Rowan is a strong, intelligent character. It's nice to see a well written, strong female lead character that doesn't come off as untouchable and is human, it was awesome! The mystery twist was superb, loved it all!
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Loucille711
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a truly amazing book!!!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2013
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There is soooo much to love about this book and series!!! First off Aslin is hot as hell!!!! He had me wrapped around his finger since Lexxie introduced him in Nick's book!,
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Roxanne
4.0 out of 5 stars (Heart of Fame) 2. Muscle for Hire
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2015
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A wonderful story about Aslin Rhodes, Nick Blackthorn's bodyguard. Figuring out it life & its changes, especially when he meets Rowan Hemsworth.
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A book lover
3.0 out of 5 stars A fun read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 2, 2023
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Like a children story with adult content. Repeated typos (then/than etc) and not brilliant writing but a quick fun read .
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Cate Lindsey
4.0 out of 5 stars Muscle for Hire (Heart of Fame)
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 15, 2014
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What a great read; humorous, steamy and suspense, a good combination. All though this book is part of a series it can be read as a standalone. Wonderfully written and thoroughly enjoyed.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Predictable boyo!!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 4, 2013
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This is the first book I have read of this author and I note it is linked to a previous book so not sure if my reading out of sequence has impacted on my enjoyment of it.

The story centres on Aslin Rhodes - an ex special forces soldier from the UK who for the last 16 years has been the personal bodyguard in the US for a rock star who has now retired. Hence Aslin finds himself at a moot point in his career when his boss offers his services to an actor out in Australia.

Rowan Hemsworth is the sister of the actor and is a kick ass martial arts specialist. She has always felt protective of her younger sibling ever since they both witnessed their parent's murder in a burglary gone wrong in their home.

From reading the blurb I thought this book would be right up my street but I found myself struggling with the relationship development. At the start Rowan was against getting involved with Aslin but kept having fantasies about what she would do with him. We also had the same fantasies from Aslin but nothing seemed to be going anywhere until one night he drags her into an alley (yes very classy) which then starts the " I want you, I don't want you" dance which I find so annoying. But then whoo hoo they actually get to do the deed in his trailer and then follows with a night of passion in his hotel room. It is in this night that the relationship moves on but did the reader get to see this? NO. A whole chapter could have been written about this. So you can see the frustration of not understanding what happened to change the relationship and what had happened in that hotel room. This left me feeling left out of the loop as though the author was keeping secrets.
Other things annoyed me, especially him talking to himself and calling himself "boyo" - was he Welsh? Not that that would matter anyway it was just repetitive. As for the action going on his zipper - get on with it already man! I also wasn't hooked on his name but guess that's just something I could have got over.

I can't say it wasn't entertaining it was just OK but the suspense elements were rather predictable. Anyway an OK read for me but I can see other readers have loved this book so it's just one of those not for me at this time. It wouldn't put me off reading this author again; in fact I have the book that precedes this one on my kindle. I might enjoy that better due to it being about a rock star and that is my current kink right now in any genre!
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