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More than just the tide is rising in Aruba! Suntan lotion. Check.
Bikini. Check.
Bridesmaid dress. Check.
Passport. Check.
My best friend's older brother who made my childhood a living hell? Unfortunately Check.
This destination wedding was going to be so fun.
I was having a blast until I saw him.
The cruel boy who used to pull my hair and call me names.
He's here, but the boy is now a man.
Tucker is still pulling my hair, only this time it's in the good way.
And he's still calling me names, but they're making my toes curl.
This vacation is not what I expected.
But hey, you're supposed to get wet at the beach, right?
Can be read as a standalone. HEA. No cheating. No cliffhangers.
Bikini. Check.
Bridesmaid dress. Check.
Passport. Check.
My best friend's older brother who made my childhood a living hell? Unfortunately Check.
This destination wedding was going to be so fun.
I was having a blast until I saw him.
The cruel boy who used to pull my hair and call me names.
He's here, but the boy is now a man.
Tucker is still pulling my hair, only this time it's in the good way.
And he's still calling me names, but they're making my toes curl.
This vacation is not what I expected.
But hey, you're supposed to get wet at the beach, right?
Can be read as a standalone. HEA. No cheating. No cliffhangers.
240 pages, ebook
First published September 13, 2017
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September 11, 2017
Aruba is about Julia and Tucker. Julia has finally made it to Aruba for her best friend Cynthia's wedding to Chase (this is the couple from book 2, Belize). She is heavily in debt and had to take as many cost-cutting measures as possible to get her there. After she gets her room sorted out and has said hi to everyone in the wedding party, she's enjoying the beach when a voice from her past calls her by a hated name.
That voice is Tucker. He's tormented Julia since they were kids, and he hasn't stopped, even at his sister's destination wedding. But there's something behind all the name calling, snide remarks, and evil grins. Something he's not ready to admit...yet. Plus, he doesn't like Chase - and he's trying to look out for his sister, since they lost their father at an early age.
Once Tucker finally admits his secret, will Julia believe him? Will Tucker get to know Chase to be able to trust him with his sister? What about the evil Stephanie, who has tried to ruin both of the previous destination weddings in this series - will she make an appearance and try to ruin this one, too?
I really enjoyed reading this third installment, as well as the others in this series. They are a lot of fun - I love all the characters and the references to 90's music (I would love to see one of their dance routines in real life!). The sex scenes are hot, and the romance is sweet. I love Kimberly's bad boys and look forward to reading more!
That voice is Tucker. He's tormented Julia since they were kids, and he hasn't stopped, even at his sister's destination wedding. But there's something behind all the name calling, snide remarks, and evil grins. Something he's not ready to admit...yet. Plus, he doesn't like Chase - and he's trying to look out for his sister, since they lost their father at an early age.
Once Tucker finally admits his secret, will Julia believe him? Will Tucker get to know Chase to be able to trust him with his sister? What about the evil Stephanie, who has tried to ruin both of the previous destination weddings in this series - will she make an appearance and try to ruin this one, too?
I really enjoyed reading this third installment, as well as the others in this series. They are a lot of fun - I love all the characters and the references to 90's music (I would love to see one of their dance routines in real life!). The sex scenes are hot, and the romance is sweet. I love Kimberly's bad boys and look forward to reading more!
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October 2, 2017
Another destination wedding and I loved it. This story focuses on Julia, a kindergarten teacher who ran up her credit card debt and owes $100,000. She has no idea how she will ever pay it back but she plans to get a couple of part-time jobs along with her teaching position when she returns from the wedding where she's the Maid of Honor.
Tucker is the bride's brother and the bride and Julia are best friends and have been since they were five. Tucker was the cruel boy who used to pull Julia's hair and call her names. He is really clueless how all his put-downs, name-calling, bullying and all the other hurtful things he did to her really affected her. It scarred her and she despises being around him. He has hurt her so badly I wasn't sure she would ever be able to get over all he did.
Now, Tucker wants her...permanently...but she won't have anything to do with him. He simply loves her and wants her. She, on the other hand, feels a more love/hate relationship with emphasis on the hate. She won't give into him this time. She won't give him another chance to break her heart and crush her spirit.
Loved this book and I have to add that I felt this was a smooth story. There was no talk or mention of people they had been intimate with in their past. It was all about the now!
Kimberly Fox...Thank you for the heads up with the no cheating. There is nothing worse than getting into a book and one of them cheats or an ex comes back after the guy with his baby in tow. I really appreciate being able to depend on your books.
Tucker is the bride's brother and the bride and Julia are best friends and have been since they were five. Tucker was the cruel boy who used to pull Julia's hair and call her names. He is really clueless how all his put-downs, name-calling, bullying and all the other hurtful things he did to her really affected her. It scarred her and she despises being around him. He has hurt her so badly I wasn't sure she would ever be able to get over all he did.
Now, Tucker wants her...permanently...but she won't have anything to do with him. He simply loves her and wants her. She, on the other hand, feels a more love/hate relationship with emphasis on the hate. She won't give into him this time. She won't give him another chance to break her heart and crush her spirit.
Loved this book and I have to add that I felt this was a smooth story. There was no talk or mention of people they had been intimate with in their past. It was all about the now!
Kimberly Fox...Thank you for the heads up with the no cheating. There is nothing worse than getting into a book and one of them cheats or an ex comes back after the guy with his baby in tow. I really appreciate being able to depend on your books.
September 15, 2017
This book is one sensational way to spend your time! With an interesting plot, outstanding writing, and larger than life characters, this book is one you will not want to put down. Kimberly Fox is a genius when it comes to romantic comedy. This is a book about totally lickable navy seals and the women they love, and one gorgeous millionaire with one goal in mind… get the girl of his dreams to fall in love with him. Unfortunately that particular girl also has a goal in mind, and it involves making said millionaire as miserable as possible. These two have a complicated past, to put it nicely. How do you turn blind hatred to everlasting love? Well, this book answers that question in true romantic comedy fashion, with plenty of hilarious mishaps and sexy interludes. The characters in this book are so colorful, and they simply just jump right off the page. They completely draw you into the story and before you know it, you’re totally obsessed with their lives and relationships. I know I am! I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a sweet, sexy, and laugh out loud funny read.
*I was given an ARC of this book and voluntarily chose to review. All opinions are my own.
*I was given an ARC of this book and voluntarily chose to review. All opinions are my own.
December 5, 2017
This time Julia is the Best Woman or broke-woman. All her spending ways caught up with her. She made it to Aruba for Megan's wedding. She had to. No missing her very BFF. She is cutting costs wherever she can. Megan has another surprise. Her brother, Tucker, or as she calls him Mother-Tucker. The boy who teased her unmercifully from the time she was six until he left home. He doesn't seem to have changed--well, he has grown up. Really grown into a gorgeous guy she can hardly take her eyes off when she's not worried about her bills.
She's here, Tucker sees the woman he's loved since he was a kid. This is his chance to change her mind and make her fall for him. She has to. He can't live without her.
Their merry race is fraught with bad luck, bitchy women, hot SEALS, a groom he can't stand, a sister who depends on him and so much more. Think naked and we're not talkin' the SEALS.
This third book in the series will make you laugh, smile, fan yourself, and feel good when it is done. Don't miss it. Kimberly Fox has done it again.
I voluntarily reviewed this advanced reader copy and I have not been compensated in any way.
She's here, Tucker sees the woman he's loved since he was a kid. This is his chance to change her mind and make her fall for him. She has to. He can't live without her.
Their merry race is fraught with bad luck, bitchy women, hot SEALS, a groom he can't stand, a sister who depends on him and so much more. Think naked and we're not talkin' the SEALS.
This third book in the series will make you laugh, smile, fan yourself, and feel good when it is done. Don't miss it. Kimberly Fox has done it again.
I voluntarily reviewed this advanced reader copy and I have not been compensated in any way.
September 14, 2017
Her lack of control had Julia in serious problems. The ugly reality had caught her. To make matters worse, her tormentor, was there. Depressed, Julia could not believe what was happening. Tucker had been inexperienced and lacked a role models during his childhood. Wrong too many times he had been and now he would have to work harder to fix things and make his, his dream woman. Entertaining, very amusing with romance and with the known bunch of friends from the previous stories. Liked that both, Julia and Tucker, had to dealt with their own predicaments, one as a compulsive buyer and the other, with big brother overprotectiveness. Intrigued with the nemesis of the group. Something in store for her or would be lost on the road to oblivion? Enjoyed the characters, the funny situations and the wedding. These stories are very amusing, refreshing with the good descriptions of the different places and their colorful habitants. The story made me chuckle a lot.
September 17, 2017
Love, love, love this funny, sweet, seriously hot romance by Kimberly Fox. There is never a dull moment in this destination wedding story. Julia's best friend Cynthia is getting married in Aruba. The only thing that can ruin it for her is having Cynthia's older brother, Tucker, there. He made Julia's life hell growing up and she's determined to stay far away from him through the festivities. Funny thing though, Tucker has grown up quite nicely and he isn't at all the way she remembers and he's telling her things she never expected to hear and the only place she wants to be is in his arms...
I love Julia and am more than a little in love with Tucker. They have unbelievable chemistry which leads to some very sexy love scenes and a so sweet HEA. Kimberly Fox transported me to Aruba with her amazing writing. I love this awesome cast of characters and hope this series continues for a while because I want more, more, more! I loved it.
I love Julia and am more than a little in love with Tucker. They have unbelievable chemistry which leads to some very sexy love scenes and a so sweet HEA. Kimberly Fox transported me to Aruba with her amazing writing. I love this awesome cast of characters and hope this series continues for a while because I want more, more, more! I loved it.
September 14, 2017
Mother Tucker + Mosquito Bites= LOVE....
Another destination wedding, what could possibly go wrong? Julia is determined to have a good time while doing her duties as maid-of-honor. What she didn't count on was her nemesis Tucker- Cynthia's brother- showing up. Julia and Tucker fought constantly while growing up, but Tucker has a secret. Everything he did was because he loved Julia but like all little boys he didn't know how to show it. So, hair pulling and name calling became a way of life for them. Tucker is no longer a little boy and he is going for what he wants- Julia. I loved this addition to the series. I laughed at the interaction between Julia and Tucker. I want a man to provide me with a "closet" like the one Tucker gets Julia! Definitely makes up for all the hair pulling and name calling!!
*I received an Advance Readers Copy of this book which I am voluntarily reviewing*
Another destination wedding, what could possibly go wrong? Julia is determined to have a good time while doing her duties as maid-of-honor. What she didn't count on was her nemesis Tucker- Cynthia's brother- showing up. Julia and Tucker fought constantly while growing up, but Tucker has a secret. Everything he did was because he loved Julia but like all little boys he didn't know how to show it. So, hair pulling and name calling became a way of life for them. Tucker is no longer a little boy and he is going for what he wants- Julia. I loved this addition to the series. I laughed at the interaction between Julia and Tucker. I want a man to provide me with a "closet" like the one Tucker gets Julia! Definitely makes up for all the hair pulling and name calling!!
*I received an Advance Readers Copy of this book which I am voluntarily reviewing*
September 14, 2017
I loved the latest from Kimberly Fox. For the latest destination wedding for her group of friends Julia finds herself on the beaches of Aruba and face to face with her arch enemy (and her best friend's brother), Tucker. Yet when the truths are finally revealed from Tucker they will find themselves getting what they never thought was possible together. Tucker and Julia grew up together and he had a knack for picking on her relentlessly. They will also work together in order to throw the wedding her best friend and his sister deserve when the blight of the previous destination weddings show up to wreck her form of havoc on the group of friends. I loved the added comedy in the form of Tucker's mom and her obsession with her iPad and posting everything on social media, especially if it will embarrass them. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
September 15, 2017
I was so excited to get Bad Boys on the Beach, Book Three, and it lived up to my high expectations, plus some. It is more interesting to have read the first two books in the series, but it is fine to go ahead and read this one, even if you have not read rhe others. There are four friends, and this is the third book, and third wedding, so that only leaves Julia. She is in Aruba for her friend's, Cynthia's wedding, where of course, Cynthia's brother, Tucker, is also at. What does it mean when little boys do things just to annoy a little girl? So, as adults does he still show his love by being mean? This book is so much fun to read. You will laugh quite a few times while reading it, as well as there are some very sizzling hot parts as well. I voluntarily reviewed this advance copy, and I highly recommend it.
September 19, 2017
**I received this ARC in exchange for an honest voluntary review** Loved this enemies to lovers story! Although this is the third in the series, it is a standalone & I wasn't lost as to who/ what was going on. Definitely made me want to go back & read the previous two though! A destination wedding for Chase & Cynthia though the focus is on Julia & Tucker, Cynthia's BFF & brother respectively. What could be worse than the enormous pile of debt that sits on Julia's shoulder but running into her nemesis Tucker. Tucker has always been a bully towards Julia since childhood but he didn't know how to express his true feelings towards her. Now in Aruba, can the two get along for the sake of Cynthia's wedding or will it become another obstacle to ruin it? Definitely a heartwarmer once Julia gives Tucker the time of day to even remotely apologize for his previous bad behavior. Crazy antics & competition involved that'll have you laughing as well. Well written story flow that keeps you going until the end! Would recommend! :)
September 15, 2017
I enjoyed this story of dislike or is it. This is the third story in the Bad Boys on the Beach series. This is Julia and Tuckers story at a destination wedding in Aruba.
Julia is headed to the Alanda Resort by local bus. Having a rocky stat she arrives in paradise for her best friends wedding. She is excited to be there until she meets Tucker again. He is the bane of her existence. He has called her names and harassed he since grade school. He has started it again in Aruba. How is she supposed to enjoy herself with him around? Could this turn out to be a love hate relationship?
I give this story 5 stars. "I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced readers copy without pressure to do so".
Julia is headed to the Alanda Resort by local bus. Having a rocky stat she arrives in paradise for her best friends wedding. She is excited to be there until she meets Tucker again. He is the bane of her existence. He has called her names and harassed he since grade school. He has started it again in Aruba. How is she supposed to enjoy herself with him around? Could this turn out to be a love hate relationship?
I give this story 5 stars. "I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced readers copy without pressure to do so".
September 15, 2017
It's Julia's time and she is definitely in a pickle. All that shop til you drop has come full circle, poor thing.. She's really a nice friend to Cynthia but she has some strong not too pleasant feelings about Cynthia's brother Tucker. Only the strong can survive Julia's wrath, whew. I felt sorry for him at times but he is just like that the energizer bunny. I didn't think he should cater to her shopping addiction though but the two finally find a playing field and burns up the sheets. Tucker is my favorite because he is a good guy, really loves his sister and worked hard for his money. I am so sick of ex-girlfriend though, lol. Enjoyed reading their humorous and adventurous story as always.
September 12, 2017
Destination Wedding – check, Hot Outfits – check, Besties Villainous Brother – double check. Julia is so real. You can literally feel the travel grime and sweat that is Julia from long travel. And her inner issues that she doesn't want to reveal to anyone. Then there is hawt Tucker, the man to push all of her buttons. Aruba was a fun read about two people making a new and different connection. There were fun highlights like the hidden beach resort and crazy Stephanie. I truly enjoyed just relaxing back with this story.
September 15, 2017
Broke kindergarten teacher Julia is in Aruba for her best friend's wedding. Julia is looking forward to a great time until her arch enemy shows up. Self-made millionaire Tucker has loved Julia ever since he first met her as a kid but always screwed things up with his fucked up way of showing his feelings. Will Tucker and Julia be able to bury the hatchet and start over? Queen of Banter Kimberly Fox delivers a funny, sweet and steamy enemies to lovers story that you won't be able to put down
I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy of this book
I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy of this book
September 14, 2017
This is book three in the Bad Boys on the Beach Series. Julia arrives in Aruba with a maxed out credit card for the destination wedding of her BBF. Then she runs into her childhood enemy, Tucker who is also the brother of the bride. The friction between them evaporates and pretty soon it's a enemies to lovers situation. A fun read with lots of drama. I received an advance copy and voluntarily chose to review
September 14, 2017
Another...
Another destination wedding...this one for her BFF! A beautiful resort on the gorgeous tropical island, Aruba!
Julia has some big issues, or should I say bad credit card usage issues, causing tremendous debt. Just getting there put her further in the hole. Hard to pay it off on her teacher's salary!
Then her nemesis arrives...and the fight is on!
Fast paced fun and romantic story, with some past angst thrown in! Read the entire series, you won't be disappointed!
Another destination wedding...this one for her BFF! A beautiful resort on the gorgeous tropical island, Aruba!
Julia has some big issues, or should I say bad credit card usage issues, causing tremendous debt. Just getting there put her further in the hole. Hard to pay it off on her teacher's salary!
Then her nemesis arrives...and the fight is on!
Fast paced fun and romantic story, with some past angst thrown in! Read the entire series, you won't be disappointed!
September 14, 2017
First of all I love how Julia's friend's make up different lyrics to songs. Tucker and Julia have been soulmates forever but she never admitted to having feelings for Tucker. Once Julia realizes her true feelings for Tucker is love and not hate their relationship is hot and beautiful. I laughed, cried and smiled while reading this book. It's a great read.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
September 16, 2017
This is another fantastic read in Bad Boys On The Beach.
Even tho this is book 3 it doesn't matter if you have not read
the 2 before this one because each book has it own story .
This one is about the relationship between Julia and Tucker.
You will be laughing out loud with what goes on between them
as their relationship changes from what they had as kids.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.
Even tho this is book 3 it doesn't matter if you have not read
the 2 before this one because each book has it own story .
This one is about the relationship between Julia and Tucker.
You will be laughing out loud with what goes on between them
as their relationship changes from what they had as kids.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.
September 22, 2017
Aruba by Kimberly Fox
This is a very playful romantic story about Julie and Tucker. They grew up together and Tucker was mean to Julie, but it was he loved her and didn't know how to show it. So Tucker sister is getting married and Julie is the maid of honor. They are made for each other but neither can see it. I really enjoyed this story and love the way Kimberly Fox writes, I try not to miss any of the books she writes. I received an ARC and have voluntarily left a review.
This is a very playful romantic story about Julie and Tucker. They grew up together and Tucker was mean to Julie, but it was he loved her and didn't know how to show it. So Tucker sister is getting married and Julie is the maid of honor. They are made for each other but neither can see it. I really enjoyed this story and love the way Kimberly Fox writes, I try not to miss any of the books she writes. I received an ARC and have voluntarily left a review.
December 18, 2019
Love after hate
This is a good end to this series. Julia is the last single friend. They're all headed to Aruba for her best friend's wedding. She's in debt to her eyeballs and stressed about it. Tucker is there. He's the bully from her childhood. He's realized that he loved her back then but didn't know how to show it. She needs convincing.
This is hot and sweet and full of leftover angst.
This is a good end to this series. Julia is the last single friend. They're all headed to Aruba for her best friend's wedding. She's in debt to her eyeballs and stressed about it. Tucker is there. He's the bully from her childhood. He's realized that he loved her back then but didn't know how to show it. She needs convincing.
This is hot and sweet and full of leftover angst.
September 14, 2017
Not Her Too!
An ARC was given to me and I agreed to voluntarily review it. My opinions are my own. This is a fun, funny, hot read. They are at another destination wedding for Julia's bestie and everything that can go wrong, does. This is the third in the series, and all of the crazy people are there. This is a entertaining read. Enjoy I did.
An ARC was given to me and I agreed to voluntarily review it. My opinions are my own. This is a fun, funny, hot read. They are at another destination wedding for Julia's bestie and everything that can go wrong, does. This is the third in the series, and all of the crazy people are there. This is a entertaining read. Enjoy I did.
September 14, 2017
ARUBA
I loved this book from start to finish, the author did such a great job writing this story. The storyline was fast paced and very entertaining. It was filled with humor, romance and a few twists along the way. This was such a sweet and enjoyable read. Definitely five thumbs up. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
I loved this book from start to finish, the author did such a great job writing this story. The storyline was fast paced and very entertaining. It was filled with humor, romance and a few twists along the way. This was such a sweet and enjoyable read. Definitely five thumbs up. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
September 15, 2017
Really, destinations weddings are a pain, and for Julia, this is even more true than usual. And that's without her childhood nemesis, and psycho Stephanie showing up.
Y's coconuts, lol. This is chock full of Kimberly Fox's trademark fun and raunch. Don't take my word, you should check it out.
I did read an advanced copy of this, and loved it!
Y's coconuts, lol. This is chock full of Kimberly Fox's trademark fun and raunch. Don't take my word, you should check it out.
I did read an advanced copy of this, and loved it!
September 18, 2017
What a fantastic read. I absolutely enjoyed all the book in this series and this one didn't disappoint loved the banter and sexual tension between Julia and Tucker. Made for a funny, sweet, enjoyable and entertaining. Definitely looking for the next destination wedding book. I voluntarily read and review this ARC no minority compensation was received the opinions I have expressed are my own.
November 15, 2021
a light fun beach setting read
This follows the script of the first two books in the series. A destination wedding with the four friends and a crazy relative out to ruin the wedding. Lots of funny lines and humorous twists and turns. If you liked the first two you will enjoy this as well.
This follows the script of the first two books in the series. A destination wedding with the four friends and a crazy relative out to ruin the wedding. Lots of funny lines and humorous twists and turns. If you liked the first two you will enjoy this as well.
December 9, 2017
3.5 Stars
I really like the author's writing style, and the series was really good. Thankfully we didn't get an actual whole book for Megan, who I couldn't stand and on the same grounds I found Julia a bit hard to like as well.
I really like the author's writing style, and the series was really good. Thankfully we didn't get an actual whole book for Megan, who I couldn't stand and on the same grounds I found Julia a bit hard to like as well.
September 14, 2017
I really love this series! Kimberly is a great writer, and has a knack for writing steamy romance novels! Great dialog and awesome storyline! I highly recommend checking it out!
September 18, 2017
Beautiful romance
Another wild, destination wedding adventure. Funny and light hearted, full of romance and adventure. Love this series and looking forward to more.
Another wild, destination wedding adventure. Funny and light hearted, full of romance and adventure. Love this series and looking forward to more.
September 21, 2017
I LOVED IT Is there going to be a book for Julia's wedding? Another great author
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