Anti-Hero

Kensingtons: The Next Generation, Book 2

De: C.W. Farnsworth

Narrado por: Stephen Dexter, Vanessa Edwin

Playboy heir to an empire, Kit Kensington has it all: money, status, looks, power. As Kensington Consolidated’s newest employee (and future CEO), Kit arrives ready to exceed the high expectations that accompany his last name. However, when his new assistant turns out to be Collins Tate, he finds himself off-balance for the first time in his life.

With one glaring exception, Collins Tate has spent six years carefully avoiding the immature billionaire who seems to be universally adored by everyone else. Following an ill-advised bet, which resulted in a night with him, Collins is determined to return to being the one woman who finds Kit resistible. Except she really needs a fresh start and a new job.

Surprisingly, working with Kit isn’t awful. Shockingly, they make a good team. For the first time in years, Collins starts to feel like she made the right decision.

Until their agreement to pretend that night never happened becomes impossible.

Kit Kensington might be a decent boss. But he’s the last person Collins would have picked as the father of her child.

Too bad … it’s too late.

©2025 C.W. Farnsworth (P)2025 C.W. Farnsworth

Kit & Collins: Banter, Baby, and Billionaire Bliss

“I’ve had too much alcohol and too little sleep to have a conversation with you.."

ALC Review: Anti-Hero (Kensingtons: The Next Generation, Book 2)
By: C.W. Farnsworth
Dual Narration by Vanessa Edwin and Stephen Dexter

4.5⭐️

Tropes:
Workplace Romance (Boss x Assistant)
Billionaire Romance
Accidental Pregnancy
Best Friend’s Brother
Slow Burn
Forced Proximity

As someone new to C.W .Farnsworth, I was swept away by the magnetic chemistry between Kit, the reformed playboy, and Collins, his sister’s clever best friend.

What hooked me and wouldn’t let go was their banter—witty, sharp, and totally addictive. You can really feel Kit’s longing, having crushed on Collins since he was sixteen, while she does her best to treat him like the irritating little brother he once was. The one night stand and the ensuing accidental pregnancy completely threw them together, and I loved seeing them navigate all the chaos, charm, and blooming affection.

The narrators brought every emotion and sly remark to vivid life. Vanessa captured Collins’ independence and sass, while Stephen’s voice as Kit—protective, passionate, and a touch mischievous—was pitch-perfect. Thank you to C.W. Farnsworth and Valentine PR for the ALC. If you’re even remotely interested in bantery workplace romances, office shenanigans, or billionaire books with a lot of heart, you won’t want to miss this one!

accidental pregnancy x best friend brother with an ear tingling narration

accidental pregnancy x best friend brother with an ear tingling narration

kit my king!!! i am as obsessed with kit as he is with collins & the weekly fruit nicknames throughout her pregnancy lol. he is such a loverboy and so down bad for collins- he is an absolute dream. i adored getting to see crew back at kensington consolidated & the sentimentality throughout this book is one of my favorite reasons for multigen series. the cat and mouse game between these two had me on the gnawing at the bars of my enclosure! kit’s foot permanently resides in his mouth when it comes to monty & its honestly hilarious how the confident and suave billionaire is a fumbling idiot when it comes down to communicating with his crush. their slow burn romance was so delicious, and the banter was absolutely perfection. i have adored every CW book i have devoured, and anti-hero did not disappoint!

stephen dexter and vanessa edwin’s narration was absolutely ear tingling!! it kept me engaged and obsessed with these two, even more so than i was already by the writing- they were the perfect choice for these characters.

thank you so much to the CW Farnsworth and Valentine PR for the opportunity to receive and review Anti-Hero, it was absolutely chefs kiss!!

tropes: best friends brother, boss x employee, one night stand, accidental pregnancy, hilarious banter, reformed playboy
vibes: emotional funny lighthearted fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

CONTENT WARNINGS
Graphic: Cursing, Sexual content, Pregnancy
Minor: Infidelity

feel-good romance

This was my very first book by C.W. Farnsworth, and while it didn’t have any shocking twists, it was still a fun and enjoyable listen. It’s a straightforward romance comforting, sweet, and exactly the kind of story you can relax into. Even without big surprises, it held my attention enough to make me curious about the rest of the Kensington series.

The Story
Kit Kensington is the heir to a massive empire, with the looks, charm, and status to match. He’s used to the world seeing him as a spoiled playboy, but behind closed doors, he’s driven and determined to prove himself. Collins Tate, fiercely independent and practical, has spent years avoiding Kit after one ill-advised bet led to a night she’d rather forget. Now, working as his assistant, she finds herself pulled back into his orbit. What starts as professional boundaries quickly becomes personal especially when Collins discovers she’s pregnant. Kit doesn’t hesitate. Instead, he steps up in every way possible, determined to be present for both her and their child.

What I Loved
✔️ The narrators absolutely nailed it. Vanessa Edwin gave Collins a perfect mix of sass, independence, and warmth, while Stephen Dexter’s portrayal of Kit hit all the right notes protective, passionate, and with just enough playfulness to make you smile. They made the emotional beats and sarcastic moments come alive.
✔️ Kit as the ultimate “green flag” hero. From the second he learns about the pregnancy, he’s all in no hesitation, no pushing her away. His support felt genuine, and his actions consistently proved he cared about what Collins wanted, not just what he wanted.
✔️ Collins’ independence. She’s not looking for a handout and wants to stand on her own, even when life throws her an unexpected curveball.
✔️ The lighthearted, personal details. One of my favorite touches was Kit tracking the baby’s growth week by week using fruit comparisons it added a sweet and playful element to their journey.
✔️ No unnecessary drama. There’s no third-act breakup or contrived misunderstanding, which made their relationship feel more mature and steady.
✔️ A mix of humor and heart. There were moments that made me genuinely laugh, and others that gave me that warm, “this is what romance should feel like” vibe.

What Didn’t Quite Work for Me
Kit’s devotion to Collins is crystal clear from the start, but her feelings for him sometimes felt like they developed more out of proximity than deep emotional connection. While they work well together and share plenty of pregnancy milestones, I wanted more moments showing their relationship growth outside of the baby storyline.

🎧 Narration
Vanessa Edwin and Stephen Dexter were perfectly cast. They gave the characters distinct voices, natural chemistry, and nailed both the emotional depth and the banter. I especially enjoyed how Stephen’s voice brought out Kit’s mix of confidence and sincerity, while Vanessa gave Collins that perfect mix of strong-willed determination and vulnerability.

Tropes
✔️ Workplace romance (boss x assistant)
✔️ Billionaire romance
✔️ Accidental pregnancy from a one-night stand
✔️ Friend’s younger sister
✔️ Nicknames
✔️ Always been you
✔️ No third-act breakup

Final Thoughts
Anti-Hero is a light, feel-good romance with a hero who is fully committed from the moment he knows he’s going to be a dad. If you’re in the mood for a pregnancy romance without unnecessary angst, great narration, and a couple you can root for, this one is worth a listen.

Thank you to C.W. Farnsworth and Valentine PR for the ALC access that made this review possible!

One of the best billionaire romances I’ve read

I’ve read a lot of billionaires it’s one of my fave tropes. This is easily in the top 10. I love an accidental pregnancy trope as well and this was so fun. The way he’s been in love with her for years is also adorable and he’s a good balance of playboy wealthy charming funny but with a good heart and work ethic and smart

Old Money Billionaire Boss meets Sassy Assistant

Kit has been secretly crushing on his older sister’s college roommate, Collins, for years—but she’s never given him more than a passing glance. Now, older, hotter, and armed with a playboy reputation, Kit spots her at a glamorous gala. When she tries to slip away early, he follows, noticing the telltale stain on her dress. His solution? A trip to his hotel suite for a quick clean-up, plenty of teasing banter… and one unforgettable night together.

Come Monday morning, Kit steps into his new role as CEO of the family company—only to discover he desperately needs an assistant. His sister’s solution? Collins. He hires her without hesitation, more than happy to keep her close. But six weeks later, Collins realizes she’s late… and pregnant. Now she’s stuck navigating her new job, her complicated boss, and the reality of becoming the mother of the CEO’s child.

As far as the audio narrators, Stephen Dexter’s voice seemed to be a little too old for Kit for me. Vanessa Edwin totally killed it as Collins!

Tropes:
It’s Always Been You
Sister’s college roommate
Boss/Assistant
ONS turned Accidental Pregnancy
Billionaire Old Money MMC
Reverse Age Gap (2 years I believe)
Forced Proximity
Slow Burn

Devoted and True

This audiobook had all the tropes I love. Christopher(Kit) has had a crush on his sister's best friend for a long time and when he gets the chance to have what he has wanted for so long, he takes it. Then the journey to happily ever after for them goes from there. I appreciated how Christopher(Kit) was adamant about showing Collins how much he was dedicated to showing her what they could be and how he was more than she originally thought of him.
The narration was so good. The relationship between the two characters was brought to life so well. I loved the banter and the affectionate scenes done by both Stephen Dexter and Vanessa Edwin. These two are quickly becoming new faves. Stephen has this voice that soothes and just wraps around you and Vanessa provides this kind and seductiveness to her voice when needed that you just feel engulfed by her words. If you love he falls first, best friends brother, wealthy, family driven book, this is it.

Anti-Hero is a breath of fresh air.

A battle of wills that makes it's move on the heart long before it grabs hold of the senses. From flirty to funny to frustrating, Anti-Hero is a breath of fresh air. Farnsworth pushes the boundaries of emotion with spicy dialogue, a sassy heroine and a scene stealing hero. Dexter and Edwin amp up the volume with an ironic sense of humor and irresistible delivery.

Great Banter

Anti-Hero is everything I wanted in a one night stand to more, surprise pregnancy romance! Kit has a crush on Collins, his sister’s best friend, for years. He was the annoying younger brother until he wasn’t. Collins just came off of a break, and moved to NYC for a fresh start when she and Kit hook up one night. She ends up getting a job for Kit’s family company as an executive assistant for Kit. Collins is very practical when she tells him that they are going to be parents. She also didn’t think he would want to be a father, but boy was she wrong! Kit was all in once he was able to wrap his head around being a father. He took care of Collins, and defended her (he’s a billionaire and she isn’t) when necessary. They had chemistry from the start, and their banter was perfect! I love how both grew from attraction to love. The family subplots helped built the characters, helping them grow towards where they ended up. The romance was very swoony with the right amount of spice. I just had a lot of fun listening to the audiobook! Stephen Dexter and Vanessa Edwin did a phenomenal job narrating.

Well-written with a feel-good ending

This was my first CW Farnsworth book and I'm happy to report that I really enjoyed it!

I liked the author's writing style. The story is well-written, has a natural flow, and progresses at an effortless pace. No parts seem forced, awkward, or overly angsty in this best friend's younger brother, surprise pregnancy story.

I could feel the chemistry between Kit and Collins and I loved the witty banter between them, as well as their bantering with some of the other characters. While accidental pregnancy isn't one of my favorite tropes, I really like the way it's written in this story. One of my favorite things is how sweet Kit is about the baby during the pregnancy and how he always refers to it by its corresponding produce size. Lol. His transformation from billionaire playboy to future dad during the course of this book will have you swooning. He is such a great match for Collins, who is strong and determined, balanced with softness. The affection and love that grows between them is heartwarming.

Vanessa Edwin and Stephen Dexter give wonderful performances in this dual narration. The narrators can make or break a story for me and these two quickly had me invested in their characters and kept me engaged in the story from start to finish.

This was one of those easy listens that leaves you with all the good feels at the end.

I received a free copy of this audiobook and this is my honest review. Thank you to CW Farnsworth and Valentine PR for the opportunity.

Collins and Kit

Kit has had a crush on Collins for years. Can this crush turn into more now that she works with him? What will happen with their surprise? The dual narration by Vanessa Edwin and Stephen Dexter was phenomenal. Their banter was fabulous. You could feel the chemistry between them. Collins’ shock, then happiness about the pregnancy as well as her other emotions was portrayed perfectly by Vanessa Edwin. Stephen Dexter as Kit was divine. His commanding, alpha, sexy sultry tone was swoon worthy. They brought this book to life brilliantly. I highly recommend listening. Thanks to the author and Valentine PR for this ALC.