Brutal Arrangement

Brutal Billionaires, Book 3

By: Laurelin Paige

Narrated by: Elena Wolfe, Robert Hatchet, J.F. Harding, Sarah Pederson

Length: 11 hrs and 50 mins

Publisher's summary

He can have any woman he wants.
He wants his brother’s.

Alex Sebastian is the billionaire who knows exactly how to re-launch the pop career I walked away from to raise my little sister.

He knows everything, apparently, about what’s good for me. For my image. Even for my lingerie. Everywhere I turn, he’s there, smirking. I cannot stand him.

So why can’t we stop sneaking around?

Maybe it's his filthy, bossy mouth that does things more wicked than his insults.

Maybe it's that he does know what’s good for me when he uses it—backstage before my show, during a black tie event, in another man’s living room.

Because maybe deep down, I've never been the good girl the world sees, and the dirty, shameful things he makes me do are exactly what I crave.

The problem? Alex isn’t the Sebastian billionaire I'm dating–I’m dating his brother.

©2024 Paige Press, LLC (P)2024 Paige Press, LLC

Riah & Alex

Brutal Arrangement is book 3 in the Brutal Billionaires series and even though I didn’t read the first 2 books, I didn’t feel like I missed anything so you can definitely read as a standalone. I saw the tropes for this and was sold. I will eat up anything that is ex’s brother type. This was also my first book from Laurelin Paige and it turns out I love her writing. It was VERY SPICY.

Riah has had a complicated relationship with Hunter. They were together but she knew that he was seeing other people. Then he had a change and proposed being exclusive with her. While she thought he was committed to her, it turns out there were still other women. But their intertwined life made it hard to leave so they kept putting on a show.

Alex is Hunter’s brother and steps into the role as Riah’s brand manager. And he pushed her to be sexier and the way he did it was, phew, so hot! Alex brought out a side of Riah that he hadn’t discovered but grew to love. The closer they got, the more intense things got. Their sneaking around and secrets made it more thrilling. I was burning up the entire time listening to this! This wasn’t any sweet romantic s-e-x, they really brought out the dirty in each other. They did truly love each other though and it took them a while to admit that.

The audio was so good, I didn’t realize how well these narrators would do as this strong alpha billionaire. And holy crap, the way that Elena Wolfe added the vocals into the narration. SLAYYED!

Loved this book!!

Riah and Alex are perfect for each other and I fell in love with them!
Such a well written book with developed characters and storyline. I love the Sebastian’s! They are alpha male and know what they want. As always Laurelin always writes addictive books! And the narrators were perfect and I loved them ❤️

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Riah and Alex
Riah is trying to revive her music career after stepping back to raise her younger sister after the tragic loss of their parents.
She's dating Hunter Sebastian, which she know it's an arrangement but when she actually see proof he been fooling around with another person younger. She start to realize that this could back fire on her and there appearance could hurt Their image. So Riah has to decide stay with hunter until she can make it on her own. Alex is the youngest and his childhood has been pretty hard especially after his mother left him with his father. Alex is bossy, dominant, Filthy and sexy.
The chemistry and sexual tension between Alex and Riah is really hot and their attraction is undeniable. I loved how Riah's growth and confidence grow when she was with Alex because hunter wanted her to be more like First Lady look and Alex's became more vulnerable with Riah he didn't have to have his guards up around her.. Riah's sister was fun as well, and seeing more of the Sebastian family makes me happy for what comes next in the series.

Omg omg omg

This series just gets better and hotter and hotter! This book blew me out of the water! The narrators were spot on and they brought this story to life in the most amazing ways!!
I was so sad when it was over, I was like wait what that’s the end????
Can’t wait for the next in the series! In fact I might have to go back an re- read right away!!!

Loved this forbidden romance!

Riah and Alex's intoxicating and seductive forbidden love story took my breath away! Riah is trying to revive her music career after stepping back to raise her younger sister after the tragic loss of their parents. Hunter Sebastian needs to clean up his image, so he and Riah make an arrangement. They were dating for awhile but after his infidelity, they are together for needed events only. Alex is Hunter's younger brother. They have stuck together through a heartbreaking childhood. But when Hunter betrays him, Riah might be his answer. Riah has little control over her life and career. She is trying to be a good role model for her sister, while trying to be true to herself and her music. Alex is her Branding manager, and their attraction is undeniable. But his mercurial actions confuse her, but doesn't stop her from wanting him. Alex always wished he had met Riah first. When they finally give in to the sparks they have tried to ignore, they are fire together! But Alex doesn't want to be second choice to Hunter again, and Riah doesn't want to be a pawn for the Sebastian's. Can they really trust each other and find their forever love? I loved Riah and Alex together! The transformation they undergo as individuals and as a couple is so intriguing, and captivating, I couldn't get enough! I loved Riah's growth and confidence, and Alex's courage to be vulnerable. Riah's sister was fun as well, and seeing more of the Sebastian family makes me excited for what comes next.
Paige wrote a beautifully poetic and unforgettable love story. Every scene seductively embraces you, holding you in complete rapture. I loved every word of this beautiful, passionate, poignant, and super steamy romance!
Elena Wolfe, Robert Hatchet, JF Harding, and Sarah Pederson's narration added so much depth to these characters in this breathtaking romance, bringing it to life so clearly. The way Wolf and Hatchet portray Riah and Alex's complex relationship, making me feel all the angst, heartbreak, hope, and passion they felt was brilliant. Harding was so convincing as the self serving Hunter and Pederson shined in her narration debut as Riah's sister Whitney. I was completely captivated by their performance.

Complex web of emotions

In a tumultuous tale of intertwined destinies, "Brutal Arrangement" unveils a riveting narrative fraught with love, deception, and unyielding passion.

Unveiling a complex web of emotions, the enigmatic Hunter emerges as a figure shrouded in mystery, while Alex, a beacon of depth and intrigue, captures hearts effortlessly.

Riah, a beacon of resilience and fortitude, navigates a treacherous path to protect her beloved sister.

As the magnetic pull between Alex and Riah intensifies, a tempest of emotions ensues,

leaving readers spellbound and breathless. The razor-sharp banter crackles with tension, while the scorching intensity of their connection sets the pages ablaze, igniting a conflagration of desire and longing.

In a dizzying dance of desire and conflict, "Brutal Arrangement" is a masterful exploration of love's complexities and the tumultuous journey of the heart.

XOXO Lottie.

Own Your Sexiness

I loved Elena Wolfe’s narration of a rockstar coming into her own sexual power! The male narrators were also wonderful in expressing billionaire bossiness!

OhMgee!!!

Alex and Riah are just so perfect together. Gah their chemistry is so Hawt. The banter, had me cracking up.
I did not forget about Hunter, as for him he was just not it for her in so many ways and their relationship was a business relationship that benefited both of them in their own way. They’re so much more to say, but I do not want to spoil it for you all.
Let me just say that Laurelin did not disappoint, like always. A must read or listen!!!!!

Absolutely amazing

5 stars all the way!!! The spice is perfectly placed in this book and omg Alex will have you melting begging for more. Riah is strong willed and fights hard for what she feels is best even though she has to forfeit some of her moral ethics to help her career she does it with class and strength. This audio book was phenomenal and I can not recommend it enough!

Alex Sebastian is a brute, but in the best way

🩶 BFs Brother
🖤 Pop star
🩶 Absolute filthy talk
🖤 Edging
🩶 Empowerment
🖤 Normalizing women’s s€xu@lity

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️

Omg. Riah’s bf Hunter Sebastian, what a duck! Wow. He plays her for his own benefit. He sees a transactional relationship. Anything that is in it for him, that’s what he goes for.

Alex Sebastian can be such a duck, but I love that he props Riah up. He doesn’t bring her down like Hunter does. Alex lets his insecurities get the best of him at times, but he is trying to be better than that. And I must mention that his dirty talk game is 🔥🔥🔥! Whew 🫠.

Riah’s uncertainty kind of irritated me, but I appreciate the fact that she finally found her empowerment. She tries to do everything for the “right reason” but lets that overpower her for too long. Thankfully, with the help of Alex, she finds her place in the world. Propping women up is what Riah is about, and I love that message in this story. Eff the patriarchy 😘

Elena Wolf is a legend. As always she brings her heart and souls into her character. She sang several times in the story and it gave me goosebumps! So. Good.

Rob Hatchet. SIR. Each time I listen to you I adore your skill even more. You reading a character like Alex Sebastian?? 🫠🫠🫠🫠 Like, I had to take breaks. 😏 I can’t wait to listen to you again!! 🖤🖤

JF Harding is such a great narrator. I mean, Hunter was a jerk lol but JF makes me want to keep listening. I am always impressed with his ability to reel me in. 😏🖤

Sarah Pederson matched this character so well for her debut guest spot. It was enjoyable listening to her bring out Whit’s character. 🩷

🎤“Make yourself c**e. In my brother’s chair, while I watch.”
🎤 “Not god baby. That might work for my brother, but when I make you c**e? You better d@mn well be giving the credit to me.”
🎤 “You lick their swollen c**ts with the melodies, and you suck their tiny ducks like the wh**e they paid for. And when you’re done come back to me.”
🎤 “I do, I did. I did because I f***ing love you Mariah Watson. And it’s the biggest deal. It’s such a big deal that I wanted to lasso the stars and give them to you so you wouldn’t get stuck in anyone else’s orbit ever again.”