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A Brit Complicated: A sexy office romance (Castle Calder Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Brenda St John Brown (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 611 ratings
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Is shagging boss you love to hate called a hate-shag? Asking for a friend.

My boss:
Uptight.
Straight-laced.
American.
Knobhead.
If he calls me Ms. St Julien one more time, I might stab him in the eye with a pen.

Also my boss:
Sexy AF.
Dirty-talker.
Funny??
That tour of London I was supposed to be taking him on kind of ended up in his bedroom. Oops.

Which brings us to me:
In way over my head.
Need prosecco.
And condoms.
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I adored this book more than I love Cadbury chocolate, and that's saying a lot because it's my absolute favorite! -- Faith Andrews, author of THE HIPSTER CHRONICLES

Brenda did not disappoint with Scarlett's book! -- Goodreads reviewer

Light-hearted, fun, and engaging. A Brit Complicated is the first book of 2017 that I've unequivocally loved...and it's October. -- Stephie Walls, author of GIRL CRUSH

On my top 5 must-read list for 2017! -- Perfectly Perez

You guys...I. COULD.NOT.PUT.THIS.BOOK.DOWN!!!! -- Goodreads reviewer

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B076B29K6B
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (October 8, 2017)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 8, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1902 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 278 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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Brenda is a USA Today bestselling author living in the English countryside. Originally from New York, she's lived in the UK long enough to gain dual citizenship, but still doesn’t understand Celsius. However, she has learned the appropriate use of the word “pants”. And how to order a proper bacon bap/barm/buttie. Because, well, bacon.

Brenda writes contemporary romance to make you giggle and swoon. When she’s not writing, she enjoys hiking, running and reading. In theory, she also enjoys cooking, but it’s more that she enjoys eating and, try as she might, she can’t live on Doritos alone.

For more information or to connect with Brenda visit http://brendastjohnbrown.com/

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srqqueen
5.0 out of 5 stars a good read!
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2024
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I liked this book very much. Each day I looked forward to reading. Plan to read the roast in the series. Thanks Brenda!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Witty, sexy and simply enjoyable.
Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2019
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Pretty much from the begining you are in love with the story, the characters and their lives. It's uncomplicated love story with no drama. Brad and Scarlett have a love/hate relationship going, which with time turns into full blown love. The story flows well, it has funny moments, Brad, Scarlett and the rest of the gang are down to earth characters. My only complain is regarding to the ending. I wish the author developed it more, gave it more insight. It ends rather abruptly.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fast-paced, sexy, and fun workplace romance
Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2017
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What do you do when boss and employee have such intense chemistry but a relationship goes against company policy? You set up a secret arrangement to quell the ache you have for each other without disrupting the balance at work. At least that's what Scarlett and Bradley had hoped would happen. What they didn't expect was to want more. 

I could not put this book down! It was a well-developed, fast-paced, sexy, fun, and perfect workplace romance. I loved every moment of it. Usually, as I'm reading a book, I make notes for my reviews. However, I was so engulfed in Scarlett and Bradley's budding romance that I didn't even think about doing so. I needed to know how it would all end. And I wasn't disappointed. 

I loved Scarlett and Bradley! They were absolutely perfect together and so freaking hot. That conference call scene... whew! The dynamic and banter between them was fantastic. They had this easy way of challenging as well as balancing out each other. It was so much fun to witness the affect Scarlett had on Bradley. She had an innate ability to suppress his serious side, or maybe she just allowed him to reveal his true self. And I loved the fact that Scarlett was a woman of her own mind. She knew exactly what she wanted and went after it. And while there had to be a detour along the way, I was pleased with how the author incorporated it into the story and brought them back together. It was all very natural and angst free. 

I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Readers Copy of this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A "complicated" romance well worth reading
Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2019
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The story takes place in and around London, England. Scarlet works for Bradley Waring-Smith, also eventually known to Scarlet & friends as Bradley Walking-Sex. When the two realize the strong chemistry they have, they begin a secret "arrangement" - hooking up after hours but maintaining a business relationship at the office, until each begins to realize they want more of the other - a lot more. But neither of them can or is willing to break the company's strict no-office-romance policy. You know where the story is going, but the author makes the journey enjoyable, with a minimum of repetitive angst-padding.

The book was well-written and well-edited. I don't recall any egregious or even minor language flubs, missing or repeated words, or even misspellings. Perhaps that is because the author now lives in England. There were a number of Briticisms and while I figured out most, the ones I missed were minor and did not impede the story.

Rated A for writing and enjoyment and X for some tasteful but explicit sex scenes.
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VV
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Series!
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2020
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A great end to the series! The precious couples made cameo appearances and it rounded out nicely. The HEA was sweet, but I almost wish there was more epilogue!

One series note- I kept hoping for a change of POV, but they are all told by the female. While this works for the storylines, I was always wishing to hear from the man.
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Clarie
3.0 out of 5 stars Cute opposites attract at work except with......
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2019
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Your boss!!! I got to say I was expecting Scarlett to hate Bradley more. She did a complete 360 at least it feels that way although it’s never really said how long she was working there before this all began. The chemistry was there it was when Bradley called it an arrangement that he almost lost his head with Scarlett. Decent story with strong heroine. A likable hero although sometimes for as smart as they portrayed him he was a bit daft at times. The story was good even if a bit predictable. Worth a read!
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JTD
5.0 out of 5 stars Favorite book of the series!
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2017
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I've been waiting for Scarlett St Julien's story since we met her in A Brit on the Side. I wasn't disappointed at all. In fact, this may be my favorite read of the series.

I love Scarlett's spunk and her attitude about everything, especially when it comes to her boss, Bradley Waring-Smith. Knowing how she feels about him from the previous books, I love how the book jumps right into her feelings about him and how she knows she's better than he gives her credit for.

The way the "arrangement" between Scarlett and Bradley plays out makes the story so interesting. While Scarlett does question herself a few times throughout the time they are building a new "relationship", I love how she doesn't question everything, at every turn. Her character is strong enough to know what she wants/needs out of her time with Bradley.

The play on words, Bradley Walking Sex made me smile every time I read it. I loved his character as well, and how as Scarlett got to know him better, so did the reader. And not only as her "horrible" boss.

I hope there's more to come in this series, or at least some more Scarlett and Bradley Walking Sex, but if not, I'll read whatever else St. John Brown writes.
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Sonja T
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful addition to the Castle Calder series
Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2019
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Scarlett is more than a little impressive, beautiful, a talented artist and kind of posh. And oh so good with the expletives when it comes to describing the boss. She’s also very confident and don’t seem to have a romantic bone in her body. Her casual flings never gets anywhere and she is the one ending them.

Bradley is walking-sex but that’s about the nicest thing his workers ever say about him. Very correct, very proper, serious and a workaholic.

When circumstances throw the two of them together, things get hot and complicated real fast. The story is both hilarious, romantic and so sweet you can almost taste it. A page turner and a fast read. Perfect on a rainy day with a throw blanket, a nice cup of tea and a brownie.
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Marie @ Ramblings of a Daydreamer
5.0 out of 5 stars The Castle Calder series is romantic comedy gold!
Reviewed in Canada on October 10, 2017
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I absolutely loved the first two books in the Castle Calder series, A Brit on the Side and A Brit Unexpected. I was sure I’d enjoy A Brit Complicated, but I wasn’t sure if Brenda St John Brown could top A Brit Unexpected. She did. Each book in this series is better than the last, and as a whole, it’s now one of my favourite series.

I’ve been anxiously awaiting Scarlett’s story since the first Castle Calder book. I knew there was more to her than what we saw then, and I loved how complex she was. St John Brown has this completely refreshing writing style that makes her characters easy to connect to and makes you feel like you’re part of the story. Each of her books has surprised me in some way, and A Brit Complicated was no different. I loved that Scarlett was aware of her faults, and if she had something pointed out to her, she was willing to work on it and try to better herself. Bradley was the same way, which was what made them such a great match. Well, that and their electric chemistry! These two were so hot together and it was fun watching how they played off each other, flirted, stumbled over misunderstandings, and slowly fell for each other.

The side characters in the story were great, too. I especially loved Tom. I also loved getting to see Bea, Jasper, Claire, and Greyson, and see what they were up to. I was fascinated by Scarlett’s job, and as someone who loves London, I appreciated the tribute that was worked in honouring the recent terror attacks. It was woven in so perfectly and made me really emotional (not going to lie, I cried, and I’ve teared up since whenever I think about it). It was beautiful and touching, and Scarlett’s passion not only for her job, but also for her city, made me connect to her even more.

Brenda St John Brown has outdone herself with A Brit Complicated. This series is romantic comedy gold. Each of the stories can easily be read as standalones, but I highly recommend reading the whole series, especially if you like complex characters, hilarious situations and dialogue, and sexytimes that will leave you fanning yourself.
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woodland15
5.0 out of 5 stars The best one yet!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 28, 2017
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Having read and loved all three of the Castle Calder series as well as Brenda St John Brown's other books this one is the best yet! I binge read it and feigned headaches so I could finish it as I didn't want to put it down. I loved the relationship between Brad and Scarlett but also loved the sideline storyline of the other characters Tara and Tom. Could easily be read as a one off book but I do recommended reading the other ones as they are all SO good. This one is by far the sauciest!!!
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D. Dent
4.0 out of 5 stars Steamy office romance
Reviewed in Australia on October 9, 2019
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What starts as a boss you hate soon turns into a boss you can’t live without. There is one small problem...company policy...no dating. So dating the boss in secret is a small issue, right?

Not when those feelings grow and you want more. How do you sort that problem out? Not the way I expected but it worked.
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N. N. Light
3.0 out of 5 stars Not my cup of tea...
Reviewed in Canada on October 3, 2019
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A Brit Complicated was my first time reading this author and I found it not to my liking. While I adore British rom coms delightful, this one fell flat for me. I think it might have been better from Bradley's POV. Not my cup of tea...

Disclaimer: I bought a copy on Amazon CA.

My Rating: 3 stars
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4.0 out of 5 stars A Brit Complicated by Brenda St. John Brown
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 28, 2018
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I have just finished reading the Calder Castle series (3 books) which I thoroughly enjoyed. A Brit Complicated is the 3rd book, Scarlet and Bradley story was my absolute favorite, mainly because Scarlet is so mouthy, witty and adorable. The author must have had a great time writing about her and thinking up what next remark her character could make. Scarlet crops up in the two previous books to give her sarcastic sense of justice and wit. I LOVED this story line, the detail about London, made me feel as if I were there, and I could almost smell the brownies! Sorry, thats all the story line I am giving a way..... I don't want to spoil the experience for future readers.

I recommend this series if you want light hearted, a giggle a minute entertainment.
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