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Hooking Up: A Novel (Shacking Up Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Helena Hunting (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

4.5 3,945 ratings

Part of: SHACKING UP (5 books)

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Amalie Whitfield is the picture of a blushing bride during her wedding reception–but for all the wrong reasons. Instead of proclaiming his undying love, her husband can be heard, by Amalie and their guests, getting off with someone else. She has every reason to freak out, and in a moment of insanity, she throws herself at the first hot-blooded male she sees. But he’s not interested in becoming her revenge screw.

Mortified and desperate to escape the post-wedding drama, Amalie decides to go on her honeymoon alone, only to find the man who rejected her also heading to the same tiny island for work. But this time he isn’t holding back. She should know better than to sleep with someone she knows, but she can’t seem to resist him.
They might agree that what happens on the island should stay on the island, but neither one can deny that their attraction is more than just physical.

Filled with hilariously scandalous situations and enough sexual chemistry to power an airplane from New York City to the South Pacific, Hooking Up is the next standalone, laugh-out-loud romantic comedy from Helena Hunting, the New York Times bestselling author of the Pucked series and Shacking Up.

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"Sexy. Funny. Emotional. Steamy and tender and so much more than just a book. Hooking Up reminds me why I love reading romance." - LJ Shen, USA Today bestselling author

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New York Times and USA Today bestselling author HELENA HUNTING lives outside of Toronto with her amazing family and her two awesome cats, who think the best place to sleep is her keyboard. She writes all things romance -- contemporary, romantic comedy, sports and angsty new adult. Some of her books include Meet Cute, Pucked, and Shacking Up. Helena loves to bake cupcakes and has been known to listen to a song on repeat 1512 times while writing a book, and if she has to be away from her family, she prefers to be in warm weather with her friends.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B071DSQFLC
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Swerve (November 7, 2017)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 7, 2017
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 1256 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 444 pages

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NYT and USA Today bestselling author, Helena Hunting lives outside of Toronto with her amazing family and her adorable, emotional cat, who thinks the best place to sleep is her keyboard. Helena writes everything from emotional contemporary romance to romantic comedies that will have you laughing until you cry.

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Nadine Booklover (Books Make Good Moments Great)

This book charms you right off your feet

Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2018

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"No was the very last thing I wanted to say to you."

I really have no idea why I didn't read this book sooner. If you haven't read it, let me tell you, that you are missing out! After reading Shacking Up I was quite interested in reading Amie's story but I somehow got caught up with other stuff and Hooking Up got left behind. Then I read I Flipping Love You (book 3 in this series) and then the novella Getting Down (book 1.5). Last got me back on track and there was no way I would push reading Hooking Up anymore behind.
And let me tell you, I'm really really glad I've read this one now. I absolutely adored Hooking Up. As much as I loved reading Shacking Up, this one is perfection!

"And his voice is like sex. The naughty, dirty kind."

Hooking Up has everything my romance reader heart wishes for. It's funny, it's deep, has a great storyline and character development. It has characters you fall easy for and start caring for them. You just want to keep reading about them, not wanting their story to end.

"It's not a very coordinated kiss. It's messy and teeth-clashing. It's want and need. It's possession. Hers and mine."

Amalie and Lexington are quite a match. And I believe in fate: All they went through had to happen so that they were ready to start a new "us" together. Their connection and chemistry is stunning and they are so CUTE together. Lex is so caring. I totally expected him to be one of the alpha-males and even though he's demanding, but in a good and lovable way, he's just the right amount of everything: dark and sexy with a tender soul. His charisma charms you right off your feet.

"I came three times. During sex. That's like being told unicorns are real. And then actually seeing one."

Amalie is also not what she might look like. She's just a girl wanting to love and be loved. She wants to please her parents and that's were she stopped thinking about what she really wants/needs for herself. Amie is extremely good looking, stunning and you expect her to be full of herself. But she SO isn't. And after what happened on her wedding reception, she's broken and needs to find back to her old self. Lex has an amazingly empathetic way in helping her.

"I know all I am is a distraction from reality, but I still want her, even if I shouldn't."

Lex and Amie's compatibility in and out of the bedroom - I don't have even words for this. Except: I WANT THIS for me as well. That's what every girl should be looking for and never settle for less!

"He kisses me, and I surrender to the control he seems to have over my body, aware that if he keeps this up, he's going to have the same control over my heart."

For me, Hooking Up is the best book in the Shacking Up series. Lexington so totally made it on my list of my all-time favorite book-boyfriends!

"She's my sun and I'm her moon, connected by an invisible thread, bound but free."

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Funny, sweet and steamy page turner read

Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2017

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4.25 stars

I'm was excited and wondered about Amalie after the Halloween novella and Shacking Up. You have a fair idea who the guy might be really. I didn't like Armstrong to start with so I'm pretty happy to see he isn't. There is do unknown about mystery guy, we have had glimpses of him yes. Amalie maybe a reformed wild child I like this side of her that was true to herself more. Hooking Up has a forbidden appeal and irresistible story that you just want more of.

We know that Amalie is about to marry Armstrong. But wait, not so fast after a crazy and embarrassing turn of events there is no wedding. It's a mess basically and you have to feel for Amie. Armstrong's true colors show he is just awful. The wedding disaster makes Amalie flustered, throwing herself at Lexington, Bane's brother, in all the ruckus. Being the awesome guy he is a comfort and does things right even if he becomes a casualty. I really liked him he's a great combo of easygoing and gentleman. Even before Lex and Amelie had a connection that was interrupted, they definitely have something.

What happens next on her trip though is a uncoventional situation, many changes happen.Thing is despite it all it's not so favorable for a new attraction that formed. What a complicated situation really. It's one of those pretty undeniable still. So many goods things possible. Of course if anything there weren't any hurdles and it wouldn't be simple to go through as expected. It was better than I hoped for the follow up story, Amalie came into her own here.

I love how Helena Hunting injects humor at the right moments balancing things out with serious and funny. Keeping it all entertaining all the way. The writing is engaging and keeps you invested, a page turner for sure. I like how she built this relationship from book one too, though this can be stand alone I think it's much better after reading the first book to get a better sense of things. The characters are just great and likable. This was such a delightful read, it was sweet, sexy, funny and romantic. Plus second chances at love topping it off. I'm looking forward to a possible next book from a side character!

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Lisa Morgan

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 14, 2022

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I don’t know why…I don’t even know how but for some reason I have read every book in this series except this one wtf??? How in the heck did I manage to overpass Lex and Amie’s book?? I’m so damn mad at myself.

I decided when I seen Helena’s TikTok that I was going to re read this series and so when I started this book I instantly realised I hadn’t read it before *insert facepalm emoji* and I could actually kick myself.

I’ve had an intense hatred for Armstrong from the first book and this book just deepens that hatred..this guy grates on my nerves constantly, he’s a complete and utter jackass. I do not understand how anyone could possibly deal with that kind of man ugh.

But anyway moving on from HIM..

Amie is an incredible human..the amount this poor girl has had to go through and even goes through during this book is crazy. She’s feeling insecure and questions everything. This guy really does a number on her and it’s so heartbreaking to see but even though her heart is breaking she’s incredible strong and stands her ground when it comes to the ones who do her wrong. She’s had enough of everything and vows to never feel the way Armstrong made her feel again.

Lex, oh this guy. He’s tall, dark and handsome and I can honestly say I never expected him. He’s incredibly kind and patient. The amount of help he gives out to the girl who’s heart is breaking because of his cousin is beautiful to watch. Lex also knows pain but a different kind growing up with Armstrong has been difficult and challenging at at times dangerous.

The wedding night blew my mind…the drama and the heartbreak just crushed me…but it’s the hotel moment for me the way I laughed even though I shouldn’t…I just couldn’t help myself..

I’m just sat here in awe and constantly replaying the why over in my head…why it took so long to realise I hadn’t read it because it’s damn incredible but also happy because there’s nothing quite as amazing as experiencing a new Helena Hunting book.

This author can seriously write so damn good. Her characters come alive in her books and everything they experience you feel like you’re experiencing them along with them. It’s beautiful, it’s sad, it’s mesmerising and I’m so grateful for the fact we get these beauties from her. Thank you Helena.

Christine Tovey

5 Bora Bora Stars

Reviewed in Canada on November 15, 2018

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Hooking Up by Helena Hunting is a sexy rom/com about a second chance at love with a twist. After Shacking Up I was so excited for Amalie story. She's such a strong character and Armstrong is such an complete moron I wanted to see how Amalie's story would play out and I wasn't disappointed. I didn't laugh as much in this story as I did in Shacking Up but damn I was so happy that Armstrong got what was coming to him. Lexington is a dream and a complete gentleman to Amalie. As true to live, it's interesting to see how one small moment in a persons life. I loved the push and pull between Amalie and Lexington and cheered for them throughout! 5 Bora Bora Stars for Hooking Up by Helena Hunting

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Alles super

Reviewed in Germany on November 17, 2019

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AMAZING

Reviewed in France on November 16, 2019

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What can I say? I loooooved this book. The sex is hot, the story takes you pretty much from the beginning, both characters are interesting and fun, not that cliché. Lex is perfect. His back-up story with his cousin is a bit farfetched but who cares?

It's my first read of the author and of the series and I can say I didn't like Ruby that much (BFF of Amie and heroine of the 1st book of the series) but I'll definitely be reading more of the author.

If you love modern romance and hot scenes, this book is for you.

Buba

Hooking Up, comédia romântica que conquista

Reviewed in Brazil on November 19, 2017

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Eu sou fã de Helena Hunting, seus livros são certeza de diversão. A série Pucked, um dos sucessos da autora, é uma de minhas preferidas com seu humor rasgado, personagens fortes e romance sexy e envolvente.
O texto deste romance tem todos os elementos característicos das obras de Helena Hunting: um texto fluido em que a estória se desenrola sem caminhar para trás, o casal de protagonistas desenvolve sentimentos verdadeiros e o momento conflito se resolve sem drama desnecessário. Porém, ao contrário da série Pucked, Hooking Up apresenta um texto mais leve tanto no aspecto da comédia quanto das cenas sexy/românticas.
Em Hooking Up temos Lex, um herói doce e romântico, e Amie, a heroína que precisa anular seu casamento. A história é uma pérola, com o toque de Midas da autora, um texto delicioso e momentos de encher o coração de felicidade.
Após a difícil situação que faz o casamento desandar ainda durante a festa, Amie embarca sozinha para Bora Bora para desestressar em sua quase lua de mel. Coincidentemente, Lex também vai para lá para trabalhar, por alguns dias, nos resorts da empresa familiar. O tempo juntos em Bora Bora mostra que a atração inicial sentida no momento em que se conheceram, há alguns meses atrás, não era um sentimento passageiro.
Eu adorei Amie, uma jovem que a princípio parece fragilizada mas que aproveita a difícil situação do fracasso do seu casamento para refletir sobre suas escolhas, seu futuro e seus sentimentos mais profundos. Suas dúvidas e hesitações encontram eco em Lex que, pacientemente, aos poucos conquista o coração de Amie. Lex é charmoso, educado, gentil, doce e verdadeiro. Um perfeito herói de romance e o perfeito par para Amie.
Hooking Up é mais um acerto da autora, uma história com personagens que parecem verdadeiros, que prende a atenção desde o início e em nenhum momento perde o ritmo ou decepciona. Super recomendado.

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