Hard Wood

By: Lauren Blakely

Narrated by: Sebastian York

Length: 5 hrs and 16 mins

Publisher's summary

A friends-to-lovers stuck-in-a-cabin sexy romantic comedy!

I’ll be the first to admit I’ve got it bad for my good friend Mia. But I’ve never acted on this crush. She’s my best friend’s little sister and, oh, there’s that little problem of her living 3,000 miles away.

So I resist her every time I see her...until one night she’s in town and she confesses she’s been wanting me too.

What’s a guy to do? I give in till she’s screaming out my name.

But in the morning we swear we won’t let it ruin our friendship.

Especially since she hires my adventure-tour company for a weeklong retreat for her new business.

If there's one thing I'm committed to, it's running a squeaky-clean business. Number one on my list of ironclad rules?

Don't screw your customers.

It’s hands-off when we head into the woods.

At least that was the plan until we wind up stuck in a tent, then a car, then a cabin....

Find out what happens next in this he-falls-first sexy romance!

©2017 Lauren Blakely (P)2017 Lauren Blakely

Patrick and Mia have a special place in my heart!

Hard Wood is a sexy standalone by the talented Lauren Blakely. It is written in such a way that you can't help but fall in love with the memorable characters Lauren has created. It tells a fantastic story about a man who actually is wanting to be in a committed relationship, but just hasn't met the woman he is destined for, as of yet. Well, that is if he could get his best friend's sister out of his mind. She is not geographically desirable, so it keeps things in the "friend zone" for now anyways. When fate intervenes and Patrick and Mia are forced to be in the woods together for a week, his commitment to staying "hands off" is put to the test.

This story is filled with quick wit, perfect puns, love, laughter and combustible chemistry. I love the world Lauren has created in New York city. She has an amazing talent to tell an entire story from the male's perspective. She is so talented she even gets into the inner-workings of a cat's mind as well. She intricately weaves multiple story lines across her stand alone stories in this series. I certainly hope there will be more where this comes from in the future.

PS - Sebastian York does a phenomenal job of narrating this story. His talents only enhance the work of Lauren Blakely. When the two of them pair together, I know I am in for a treat!

omg that was delicious

loved it no struggle their need and love to be together he's an awesome narrator

So Sweet!

I love this one! There are a couple of chapters that are narrated by the cat, and I love that so much! Totally what a cat would think or say. :) "Audible 20 Review Sweepstakes Entry"

So sweet!

I loved hearing Patrick and Mia’s story. I also have much love for Zeus and the chapters about conversations with him! I do wish it was a bit longer though. I loved the full circle that was completed for all of our favorite New York friends... splendid!

Gotta Love a "Boy Scout"!

Another great Male POV Rom-Com from Lauren Blakely! She is a master at making me feel warm and fuzzy from these sweet alpha males and their journey to get their girl.

Patrick is a boy-scout, he is sweet and adventurous and he knows what he wants! Mia is a workaholic who needs to be reminded how to slow down and relax and Patrick is just who she needs to help remind her. Their story is sweet and sexy. And to no surprise for most this book is filled with pets ;)

The narration was great as always! I don't care what anyone says I never tire of Sebastian York ;)

Zeus stole the show!

This was a cute short read. I have to say, I think Zeus stole the show. He just had so much personality, which is common for his kind. It did take me a while to get totally engrossed in this one. But, when I did, I liked the characters and the fun of it. It was a nice, easy listen.

Fast moving and satisfying

You don't have to wait long for sparks to fly. At 1st I was disappointed by just the POV of the male character though I do enjoy Sebastian York as a narrator. But then I was pleasantly surprised to hear the perspective from Zeus the cat. Interesting twist on the narrative

Smooth Talker

Loved this story! Love Sebyo always! And there was a cat in the story! There were so many faves I enjoyed in this book.One was lets just say I would love to go camping under the stars. Loved Zeus too! Always love Lauren's books! They make you swoon and laugh! xo

One of the Best!

I loved this book! Zeus stole the show from the very beginning. Sebastian York did an excellent performance in this book with the male POV. It was fun having some couples from other books mentioned in this story as a side note and not focus. How Lauren Blakely outdoes herself on each book is amazing. She weaves humor into all of the books and they leave me feeling happy listening to them. Conversations with the cat were especially funny. This review is my opinion of the book and not a synopsis. This story is totally original and a standalone listen with a happy ending. I received this book and wanted to write a review, but feel that I am not eloquent enough to do this book justice. This book is one of my top favorites.

Go Hard for Patrick

Lauren Blakely continues to knock her books out of the park. Her sexy, humourous style of writing the male POV is a hit with me as a reader and listener.

Patrick, whom we met in Joy Ride, gets his turn at love with Max and Chase's sister Mia. Only problem is, does he take a chance at sharing his feelings and she lives on the other side of the world!

What I enjoyed about this audiobook was the flow, pacing and timing that Sebastian York continues to do flawlessly, especially with Blakely's characters. It was like he was made to perform them. As Patrick, he provides charisma, manliness, humor and seduction. It was perfect. Oh and let's not forget Zeus. SebYo is Purrrrfect.

Grab your copy today and enjoy this book over S'mores! :)