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Hard Crush: A Billionaire Romance (Back To You Book 1) Kindle Edition

4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 1,727 ratings

“One of the best 2nd chance romances I ever read…Fun, emotional, and sooooo hot!”

From USA TODAY bestselling author Mira Lyn Kelly:
Ten years ago, I was the geek with too many ideas and one girl I wanted forever. A billion dollars later, and one night with a soft body is as close to forever as I get. It’s all I want. Or it was. I never thought I'd see her again...

I never thought I’d see her again
Let alone find her in the same spot I left her ten years ago, teaching at the high school where we fell in love.

I should have kept walking
But I wanted that laugh. That smile.
I wanted five minutes before I got back to the life with no room for my past.

One kiss was all I meant to take
But then her fingers were in my hair, her breath hot against my lips.
My hands… everywhere.

Now I want more
I want her, but she only wants the guy I used to be.
And just like the first time... I can’t stay, and she won’t leave.
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"A wonderful second chance romance story with all the emotions!" Kimberly, Goodreads Reviewer
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must read for not only Mira fans but romance fiction fans in general."~Jessica, Goodreads Reviewer
"The connection between Hank and Abby is palpable, and their interactions are fun, flirty, and realistic. Their story will make you laugh and swoon in equal measure." ~
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About the Author

Hard core romantic, stress baker, and housekeeper non-extraordinaire, Mira Lyn Kelly is the USA TODAY bestselling author of more than a dozen sizzly love stories with over a million readers worldwide. Growing up in the Chicago area, she earned her degree in Fine Arts from Loyola University and met the love of her life while studying abroad in Rome, Italy... only to discover he'd been living right around the corner from her back home. Having spent her twenties working and playing in the Windy City, she's now settled with her husband in rural Minnesota, where their four amazing children and two ridiculous dogs provide an excess of action and entertainment. When she isn't reading, writing, or running the kids around, she loves watching the Chicago Blackhawks and action/adventure movies, blabbing with the girls, and cooking with her husband and friends.miralynkelly.com***Want to know when Mira has a new book releasing? Sign up for her newsletter at: miralynkelly.com/newsletter

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B078QBSMCS
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Mira Lyn Kelly (March 6, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 6, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1021 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 268 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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Hard core romantic, stress baker, and housekeeper non-extraordinaire, Mira Lyn Kelly is a USA TODAY bestselling author with over a million readers worldwide. She writes sizzly love stories with hot, possessive heroes who know how to laugh, heroines who give as good as they get, friends as close as family, and happily ever afters up-against-the-wall style! Growing up in the Chicago area, she earned her degree in Fine Arts from Loyola University and met the love of her life while studying abroad in Rome, Italy… only to discover he’d been living right around the corner from her back home. Mira now lives in Minnesota with her husband, four amazing children and two ridiculous dogs. When she isn’t reading, writing, or indulging her weakness for hard cut abs, she can be found running the kids around, watching the Chicago Blackhawks, and cooking with her family and friends.

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Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2018
Hank and his friend Jack go back to his old high school for a class. Jack and Hank stroll the halls remembering their high school days. When all of a sudden Hank hears a laugh that he remembered. Abby couldn’t believe he was there. He never showed when they broke ground for the science wing. Abby runs into Hank again at the reunion she started to feel that she has to leave. Abby takes off and goes as fast a possible to leave as she started to cry. She hear Hank calling after her and she knew she needed to get away. Hank and Abbey walk around the track like they use to when they where in school and talk. Abby and Hank shared a kiss when it started to get a little hotter they here someone giggling and they turned around and broke the moment. Hank sends her phone back to her upgraded and also loaded with his phone numbers. The next thing that comes up is that some photos that got out with them at the reunion. Hank keeps coming up with excuses to get to see Abby. Wilson takes Abby to his awards dinner and as they were walking Wilson sees Hank with his famous model Annie. Abby just stood there until Hank saw them and decided to come over. Hank invited them to have a drink with him and his date. Abby was uncomfortable and just couldn’t wait to leave. Hank keeps trying to get Abby to go out with him. Hank takes it one step further and will be a teaching tech at her school. Things start to happen between them spending more time with each other. Abby is somewhat waiting for the other shoe to drop. Hank wants to spend more time with Abby but he knew if this one project goes through it will have to live in Florida for awhile. He thought the project was dead but then he finds out that it went through. Hank was going to have to tell Abby he was leaving again. But, this time she couldn’t wait again she already told him she also doesn’t do long distance relationship. Hank had to leave this project was working on it for a long time. Will Hank and Abby work things out or will they finally part for good.

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Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2023
Nice little read. Enjoyed the story. Just a bit too much sex descriptions. Liked the characters and the ending. Would recommend this book
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2020
"...there are some things worth fighting for. You are worth fighting for. We're worth fighting for."

Abby is someone with a very sad past and a lot of emotional baggage, so much she's unable to trust a man who'd do anything for her. Because she has trusted before and has been let down so many times by someone who should have been there to protect her.
Hank... Hank is the hot, silly, passionate, mind-blowing nerd guy who is not willing to let her go, even after 10 years have gone by. He's driven, focused on his job, while also being so adoring and so loving you will melt. Seriously.

And their story together, going through what was in the past, what it is right now and what could be in the future will bring a smile to your face and tears to your eyes.

Second chance stories are not really my favorite, but this is some flawless writing. It's steamy and sexy, but there's a real connection there that can only come from two people who know each other well. The emotions in this book are through the roof, in the best possible way.

If you're not in love with Mira Lyn Kelly's writing yet, this will certainly do it for you. I know I already am.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2023
I enjoyed the story. This second chance romance was sweet and well written. I feel the narrators did a great job.
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2019
Hank & Abby used to date back in high school. Abby is shocked to see him back in the school they used to go to, and where she works now. It is bringing back feelings she thought she lost. Still attracted, and still afraid, she is not sure whether to trust and go all in.

Hank has never forgotten Abby. She is very much the one who got away. He is hoping this second chance at love will have a different ending. As far as he can tell, the feelings not only went away, they are back in full force.

I thought this was one of the best - most sexy - romance stories I have ever read. I was more than thrilled to see it be put on the app Chapters. Had to come back and review this very hot and very good read. What a great introduction to the Back To You series!
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Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2022
This was a really nice read! It was definitely more emotional than I was expecting it to be as Abby had a lot of hangups and insecurities, but Hank really was such a thoughtful and steadfast presence; I really like him.

I also really liked the ending and the fact that it wasn’t always Hank chasing Abby. Abby made some good strides to prove to Hank that she was invested too, and the fact that both of them made gestures was super nice to see and it made their relationship feel really balanced. They both were pretty mature about everything too; it felt like a pretty healthy relationship despite Abby’s hesitance.

Overall, the characters felt really well-rounded and I think they both had some nice growth. The plot was alright (a few angsty moments and a mild climax) although it wasn’t anything crazy. It’s really mostly about Abby and Hank re-learning about each other and how they could make a relationship work. It’s a perfect read if you’re into second chance romances and a real small-town, homey vibe.
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2018
This was one of the best second chance romances I ever read—it was fun, emotional, and sooooo hot! And omg I loved Abby. Ten years ago she walked away from the love of her life so that he could chase his dreams. She follows his career and tech stardom from afar. (sigh) Now he’s back…temporarily.

Hank is funny, sweet and dirty. A tech billionaire poster boy. I could not get enough of this guy!!

"I tell myself all I want is to say hello. To see her smile. Just a few minutes to pretend we’re still the “us” I thought would never end."

And their connection heats up instantly. The chemistry is insane! This is one of those books where I want to say, get it now. Read it. You can thank me later.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2023
It’s been 10 years since she let him go. He’s the genius tech guru snd she was his for 4 years til MIT called him. She couldn’t be the girl sitting around waiting for him. Now the see each other after 10 years at their reunion. It all comes back. She can’t go there with him no matter how good it would be

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Iona Cabot
5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet & Quite Enjoyable
Reviewed in Canada on February 18, 2024
Great read! I really enjoyed that there was narrative from both, the stubborn teacher who sent the love of her life away & the successful, determined man who really was someone I loved. He persevered, he didn't 'weaken her defenses' and he 'got her'. A very plausible romance.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Crush
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 30, 2023
Crushing both ways I’d say - such a nice tale about hard life and the person who wanted to change it all
Anna D.
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Reviewed in India on February 20, 2021
Truly believe in second chances. This book is just amazing love the delicate lines of love and hurt the characters are so powerful and effective. I am in love
Emdawi
5.0 out of 5 stars NA Romance, standalone, 4.5*
Reviewed in Germany on December 3, 2018
Wow, ich kann nur sagen, das Buch hat mich gefesselt!
Schon nach den ersten Seiten habe ich den Schreibstil geliebt - leicht, sympathisch, authentisch, gefühlvoll.
Natürlich ist die Story vorhersehbar und sie hat keine übermäßigen Wendungen, aber ist gerade so etwas nicht auch mal das, was man braucht?
Abby und Hank waren ein super schönes Paar und ich werde definitiv mehr Bücher dieser Autorin kaufen!
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Rosa
5.0 out of 5 stars 5 sterren!
Reviewed in the Netherlands on May 23, 2018
Hank en Abby, ze zijn zo lief samen *zucht* Mooi verhaal, je wil zo graag dat ze bij elkaar en als het eindelijk (natuurlijk) lukt, zal je zo blij voor ze zijn! Ik hou van de boeken van Mira Lyn Kelly!!
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