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Resist (Wicked Ways Book 1) Kindle Edition

4.5 out of 5 stars 4,172 ratings

From the New York Times bestselling author of the Driven series comes a powerful romance about reaching great heights through low depths.

Who says you have to play by the rules to get what you want?

Agreeing to meet Ryker Lockhart is my first mistake. Rich, handsome, and more than intriguing, he thinks blackmail will bend me to his will.

But he’s wrong.

I may have done a few things that weren’t exactly legal, but I have my own reasons for that. The last thing I’m going to do is let some high-powered divorce attorney come into my life, have my body, and rule my heart. Not to mention ruin everything that I have carefully built in just a short amount of time.

But as much as I try to resist him, and against my better judgment, there is something about him that has me agreeing to his proposal.

I’m putting everything on the line for him. I just hope I won’t lose everything when this is all over.

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“Bromberg combines sex, scandal, and politics with great characters and [a] story I can’t wait to continue.” Harlequin Junkie

“A story of family, betrayal, secrets and lies…A story of forbidden love between two people whose lives will collide over and over again.” The Reading Café

“Compelling and surprising…Definitely a must read!” Smart and Savvy with Stephanie

“If dynamic characters are what you seek in your steamy romance reads, Resist will entrance you.” The Book Disciple

“Simply unputdownable!” Little Steamy Reads

Resist by K. Bromberg is a must-read for this year…captivating from start to finish.” Sultry Siren’s Book Blog

About the Author

New York Times bestselling author K. Bromberg writes contemporary romance novels that are sweet, emotional, a lot sexy, and a little bit real. She likes to write strong heroines and damaged heroes that readers love to hate but can’t help loving.

Since publishing her first book on a whim in 2013, Bromberg has sold over 1.5 million copies of her books across eighteen different countries and has repeatedly landed on the bestseller lists for the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal. Her Driven trilogy (Driven, Fueled, and Crashed) is currently being adapted for film by the streaming platform Passionflix, with Driven available now.

You can find out more about this mom of three on any of her social media accounts. The easiest way to stay up to date is to sign up for her newsletter (http://bit.ly/254MWtI) or text “KBromberg” to 77948 to receive text alerts when a new book is released.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07LF388VX
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Montlake Romance
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 30, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.0 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 349 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1503960305
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 2 ‏ : ‎ Wicked Ways
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars 4,172 ratings

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New York Times Bestselling author K. Bromberg writes contemporary romance novels that contain a mixture of sweet, emotional, a whole lot of sexy, and a little bit of real. She likes to write strong heroines and damaged heroes, who we love to hate but can’t help to love.

A mom of three, she plots her novels in between school runs, sports practices, and figuring out how to navigate parenting teenagers (send more wine!). More often than not, she does all of this with her laptop in tow, and her mind daydreaming of the current hero she is writing.

Since publishing her first book on a whim in 2013, Kristy has sold over two million copies of her books across twenty different countries and has landed on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestsellers lists over thirty times. Her Driven trilogy has been adapted for film and is available on the streaming platform Passionflix as well as Amazon.

You can find out more about Kristy, her books, or just chat with her on any of her social media accounts. The easiest way to stay up to date on new releases and upcoming novels is to sign up for her newsletter or follow her on Bookbub.

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Customers find the book's storyline engaging and full of tension, with an ending that blows them away. Moreover, the book is a major page turner with well-developed characters, and customers praise the writing quality and narration. Additionally, they appreciate the book's strength, heartbreak, and chemistry, with one customer noting how it builds and explodes, while others describe it as hot as hell.

104 customers mention "Story quality"96 positive8 negative

Customers find the book's storyline engaging and full of tension, with one customer noting it has a perfect balance of steam and narrative.

"...This book is totally addictive as Kristy adds layer upon layer to her story...." Read more

"...This was a very enjoyable and while, like most I'm sure, I was wishing Kristy hadn't left it where she did, but I'll be here waiting for the next..." Read more

"...we go again...but, BUT and BUUUUUT...Kristy and her words captured me almost immediately. Just like Driven did...." Read more

"...Thankfully, I returned to this book and was quickly drawn into the story, into these characters in all their flawed and realistic glory...." Read more

81 customers mention "Readability"81 positive0 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a major page turner and a great read by Bromberg.

"...Resist is definitely a “MUST READ” book." Read more

"...They have substance to them, depth and character! Sure the bajillionaire maybe not one we could relate to directly, but his struggles we can...." Read more

"...She was smart, strong, brave, caring, loving, feisty, strong willed, and independent...." Read more

"...Well worth the time. K Bromberg always weaves a good tale, strong main characters & good love story with some teeth!..." Read more

31 customers mention "Character development"31 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with well-developed characters and a perfect hero, while one customer notes the beautifully damaged characters and another mentions the author's ability to write about complex people.

"While the writing is good and the characters enjoyable, I found the plot to be predictable, ultimately lessening my enjoyment of the book...." Read more

"...They have substance to them, depth and character! Sure the bajillionaire maybe not one we could relate to directly, but his struggles we can...." Read more

"...I love the drive of both characters, each for their own reasons, and the lengths they were willing to go to play their roles...." Read more

"...This storyline was well developed, the characters were strong & the love story just angstey enough to keep the plot going with so many little..." Read more

15 customers mention "Writing quality"15 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, noting that the narrators are great, and one customer describes it as beautifully imperfect.

"While the writing is good and the characters enjoyable, I found the plot to be predictable, ultimately lessening my enjoyment of the book...." Read more

"...With the way she's written these flawed, deeply complicated characters with such a complex plotline she's really returned to her original..." Read more

"...This book is very well-written and everything I want in a romance...." Read more

"...Overall I liked the narrators." Read more

14 customers mention "Strength"14 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the strength of the book, describing it as feisty, solid, and courageous.

"...I loved Vaughn! She is strong, smart and focused on her end goal, getting custody of her niece...." Read more

"...These two characters are both strong and stubborn...." Read more

"...She was smart, strong, brave, caring, loving, feisty, strong willed, and independent...." Read more

"...She is so strong and you will just love her the way she is with her niece and how she handles her employees...." Read more

12 customers mention "Heartbreak"9 positive3 negative

Customers find the book emotionally engaging, with one review describing it as full of tension, while others note its sad and angsty elements.

"...This story was intense, sexy, unique, angsty, and heartbreaking. I liked that we had two alpha leads pitted against each other...." Read more

"...Finally Kristy’s back to doing what she does best! Angsty, layered drama with well developed characters that have solid depth...." Read more

"...I was in tears at the end. I was hurt and heartbroken. I for one can't wait for the second book." Read more

"...glued to your seat as you hang on to every emotion, every word, every heart pounding and breathless moment!..." Read more

8 customers mention "Chemistry"8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the chemistry in the book, describing it as off the charts and electric, with one customer noting how it builds and explodes throughout the story.

"...It was nice to see them banter, make power plays, and watch their chemistry build and explode...." Read more

"...These two were both full of secrets, but their chemistry was off the charts...." Read more

"...I could feel every emotion they experienced. Their chemistry was electric and the intimate scenes passionate...." Read more

"...I LOVED the banter between these two. The chemistry is SMOKING HOT! And Vaughn knows better than to trust a man like him...." Read more

8 customers mention "Heat level"8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the heat level of the book, describing it as hot as hell, with one customer noting the steamy scenes and another highlighting the chemistry between Ryker and Vaughan.

"...Everything you want in a good book- Emotion, drama, suspense and sizzling hot passion...." Read more

"...This book has that real gritty, sexy vibe and it's hot as hell. Vaughn is a madam of an escort service, fun right?..." Read more

"Holy hotness and cliffhanger, readers!!!! K. Bromberg brought her game. I wasn't able to Resist...." Read more

"Ryker and Vaughan are hot! Incredible story line!..." Read more

A delish, beautiful and steamy read
5 out of 5 stars
A delish, beautiful and steamy read
Omg RESIST was infuriatingly delicious. Steamy, sexy and emotional. I have never met a more stubborn couple from Kristy’s. None after Driven I mean. I wanted to throw my kindle to the wall with the mess of emotions inside of me. Kristy makes you engage in the story and go from feeling ache, furious, powerful and burning to crying, swooning and blushing. All at onces. We have two powerful characters. Ryker Lockhart is a very successful divorce attorney in New York. He is a cut throat man. A very sexy, sensual and desirable man. A man that knows what he wants and how to get it. He is a real life SHARK. He is not into love, just passion, desires and how to keep been on the top of his game. Or so he thought. Vaughn Sanders is a well known woman among her crowd. She is strong, resilient, beautiful, intelligent woman. She has some secrets and have struggled so much in her life. This life has make her the woman she is now. A woman that would do anything for her love ones and will never let a man put her down. Her wall are up and ready until she comes across a certain man that will claw and crumble that wall. The bickering and banter between Ryker and Vaughn was INSANE. They drove me nuts but in a good way. The type that has you on the edge of your sit waiting for what’s next. Two powerful, controlled and successful people trying to push each other bottoms. At some point I wanted to punch them both in the face for been a pain in my behind. Then they come and finally surrender to each other. Have this AMAZING connection and made me melt for them. The passion they ignited was incredible. Their love is the forever kind but this two will have many obstacles between them. After that CLIFF at the end now I’m DYING for book 2. Counting the days for it. If you like passionate and intense reads you definitely will love RESIST.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2019
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    Unlike anything that Kristy has written but boy has she once again deliver. Resist is deliciously sexy with tons of sizzle, passion, intensity and a wee bit of taboo. This book is totally addictive as Kristy adds layer upon layer to her story. There is also an unbelievable ending that will leave you stunned as hell!! Alas, all we can do is hope the time passes quickly as we wait for Reveal!

    I loved Vaughn! She is strong, smart and focused on her end goal, getting custody of her niece. She’s determined to get there by any means possible…even if it’s running an escort service!! Always the professional she finds herself over a barrel when one of her girls has to sit some time out. Thus, leaving her shorthanded for a new, important client, Ryker Lockhart. Even though she had never crossed the line between business owner and client she was left with no option but to this one time. Not wanting to lose this chance of gaining Ryker as a new client, just think of the potential business a hot-shot divorce attorney could send her way.

    Now a little about Ryker. As mentioned above he is a hot shot attorney for powerful, wealthy men. He’s used to calling the shots, never takes no for an answer but he also doesn’t chase after women. So, what happens when Vaughn goes against all her rules and decides to play the part of one of her escorts? Not only does Ryker intrigue her but there is something about him that just unnerves her, causing her to leave. Of course, this leaves Ryker just as puzzled.

    Putting two and two together Ryker realizes that his escort is actually Vaughn. Now this man who never chases women is chasing Vee. What makes it even harder for Vee to thwart Ryker’s relentless pursuit of her is her own attraction to him. But where will this mutual attraction lead them?

    Resist is definitely a “MUST READ” book.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2019
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    While the writing is good and the characters enjoyable, I found the plot to be predictable, ultimately lessening my enjoyment of the book.

    Ryker is the divorce attorney who doesn’t believe in love and looks at physical intimacy as a transaction. As readers get to know him and his family, it is clear why he feels paying for companionship is the safest and easiest way to go when it comes to meeting his needs. The use of secondary characters definitely goes to showing his softer side and as the novel progresses can readers see more heart.

    Vaughn, while likable, fell into the stereotypical escort heroine. She doesn’t want to do it but has to do it, and if you have read any escort books you have a general understanding of what happens not just to her character but between her are the hero.

    The story itself, while written and paced well, lacks any surprises. About 4-5 chapters into the story, I knew the basic plot line, and there was not a single deviation from my expectations. I needed a curve ball, something unexpected to make me want to keep reasing, unfortunately that didn’t happen. Even the ending didn’t shock me. This may be because readers have Ryker’s POV, so I didn’t buy what he was saying and what she was hearing. I also feel like I know the plot of book 2 for the most part.

    This is not a bad book in any way, shape or form. I, personally, just need a bit more anticipation in more stories, more of the “I don’t know where this author is taking me” moments.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2019
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    **I voluntarily read an early copy of this title courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review**

    Resist is the perfect name for this book! That is exactly what Vaughn should have done the moment she met Ryker, but of course she didn't and that is what gave us the goodness that is book one in the Wicked Ways series!

    Vaughn is a madam and owns Wicked Ways, but what you see with her isn't the full story. She actually lives a double life. While she runs the escort business, she's also a waitress at a high end club. What most don't know are the reasons she's going to the lengths she is to be working both of these jobs. She smart, but she might have met her match in Ryker because he seems to be the one that might pull the thread that unravels everything.

    Ryker is a divorce attorney and he's used to winning. It's the only thing he knows. He's rich, he's powerful, he doesn't take no for an answer and he's sexy as all get out. He doesn't believe in love or relationships, which isn't surprising with his job, but there is something about Vaughn when he meets her that he can't quite get over.

    These two characters are both strong and stubborn. When Ryker offers Vaughn something that he knows she won't be able to refuse, it turns everything on its head and makes it very, very interesting! Ryker seems to know how Vaughn ticks, which is something most have not figured out, so that unnerves her, but his walls are also being worn down by this intriguing woman.

    This was a very enjoyable and while, like most I'm sure, I was wishing Kristy hadn't left it where she did, but I'll be here waiting for the next book to release to see how all of this plays out!
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Top reviews from other countries

  • Corinne Traplin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Holy crap
    Reviewed in Canada on August 8, 2019
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    That ending....dammit Kristy. Why did you do this to us?

    Smart, sexy, successful and ruthless vs. Beautiful, brave, determined and scared. Two individuals whose hearts are frozen and unexpectedly defrost after chemistry and a few dates
    Amazing storyline with twists and turns. Can’t wait for book two
  • yare D
    5.0 out of 5 stars I love the story
    Reviewed in Mexico on August 10, 2019
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    Wow, what a book, i want the other book right now please. What a cliffhanger, i hope the next book is here soon
  • Frouke 💖💖
    5.0 out of 5 stars Breath taken beautiful
    Reviewed in Germany on August 13, 2019
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    At first I thought hmm I don't know about this one. But man was I wrong. This book is awesome very well written and so good. I can't wait for the next book in this series. ...
  • Claypot_reads
    5.0 out of 5 stars Such a great read!
    Reviewed in Australia on July 31, 2019
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    Ryker and Vaughn drove me crazy in the best possible way! This one is packed with passion and I loved the connection between the two characters - even if they had me wanting to shake them at times. I love a story that makes me feel.

    It's realistic, flawed and the kind of love story that draws me in. I binged it in one session & cannot wait for book two. This one ends on a cliffhanger
  • Marian Chawner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Trust, betrayal and possible deceit
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 6, 2019
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    How on earth does this author come up with such an emotionally charged content. ? Vaughn a very strong willed character lady is desperate to a-crew a large amount of money to pay of family debts . Through a friend called Archer she comes up with a novel idea. Wicked Ways. Ryker Lockhart is a divorce attorney to the rich Male population who requires arm candy to attend functions and a bed fellow when he so desires. His allocated partner is unfortunately injuries by a slime ball senator and unable to fulfill her job. Desperate measures call for desperate times. The story is so very emotional, loving and yet deeply sad. Lucy’s character is so well researched, and Pricilla is the very epitome of staunch ‘ jobs worth’. Kirsty has such understanding and wealth and depth of human emotions that as the reader, you breath the characters. There is denial, trust issues, wealth and seedy characters, but most of all there are totally believable and two wonderful main characters. Life has been most unfair to Vaughn, and she has suffered multiple loss, making her character have little self worth, but she is very loyal and capable of great love and loyalty. Ryker appears to have had a silver spoon type life, but whether it is his job or life in general, he seems unable to form a lasting meaning relationship. There are parts in the novel that are of an erotic nature. There are also some very sensitive, seriously disturbing issues disclosed, both of which are depicted with sympathy and understanding. A cliffhanger ending of total distrust and almost out of what the reader perceives character behaviour occurs, leaving you wanting the next episode now. However patience must practised!! Unfortunately. A phenomenal storyline, by an exceptional author. Difficult to put down once picked up. Well worth more stars than the maximum and totally worth reading again.

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