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The Law of Opposites Attract #3
The Rules of Dating My One-Night Stand
Rule number one for having a one-night Don’t fall for the girl.
After a lengthy dating slump, I finally met someone who sparked my interest.
Well, first the sparks flew when we argued. Later in the evening those sparks ignited into something more.
I was drawn to Devyn, in a way I hadn’t felt in a really long time.
Needless to say, I was disappointed when she abruptly left after our amazing night together.
I couldn’t stop thinking about her. But she hadn’t even given me her number.
In a city with eight-million people, I figured I’d never see Devyn again.
So imagine my surprise when I knocked on the door of an apartment in the building I lived in, and none other than my one-night stand stood on the other side.
If I thought Devyn didn’t want anything to do with me before, that was nothing compared to how she felt after finding out I was the landlord and she was about to be evicted…
After a lengthy dating slump, I finally met someone who sparked my interest.
Well, first the sparks flew when we argued. Later in the evening those sparks ignited into something more.
I was drawn to Devyn, in a way I hadn’t felt in a really long time.
Needless to say, I was disappointed when she abruptly left after our amazing night together.
I couldn’t stop thinking about her. But she hadn’t even given me her number.
In a city with eight-million people, I figured I’d never see Devyn again.
So imagine my surprise when I knocked on the door of an apartment in the building I lived in, and none other than my one-night stand stood on the other side.
If I thought Devyn didn’t want anything to do with me before, that was nothing compared to how she felt after finding out I was the landlord and she was about to be evicted…
337 pages, Paperback
First published November 12, 2023
About the author
Penelope Ward
88 books25k followersPenelope Ward is a New York Times, USA Today and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author of contemporary romance.
She grew up in Boston with five older brothers and spent most of her twenties as a television news anchor. Penelope resides in Rhode Island with her husband, son, and beautiful daughter with autism.
With millions of books sold, she is a 21-time New York Times bestseller and the author of over forty novels.
In 2014, Penelope’s fourth book, Stepbrother Dearest, became the #1 bestselling independently published Kindle ebook of the year on Amazon.com and was credited with igniting an entirely new subgenre of romance. Her 2016 smash hit RoomHate debuted at #2 on The New York Times Bestseller list. Penelope is an Audie Award Winner and three-time Goodreads Choice Romance of the Year Nominee. Her books have been featured in Entertainment Weekly and Publisher’s Weekly (Starred Review).
Penelope’s novels have been translated into over a dozen languages and can be found in bookstores around the world.
She can often be found chatting live with her readers in her private Facebook group, Penelope’s Peeps.
She grew up in Boston with five older brothers and spent most of her twenties as a television news anchor. Penelope resides in Rhode Island with her husband, son, and beautiful daughter with autism.
With millions of books sold, she is a 21-time New York Times bestseller and the author of over forty novels.
In 2014, Penelope’s fourth book, Stepbrother Dearest, became the #1 bestselling independently published Kindle ebook of the year on Amazon.com and was credited with igniting an entirely new subgenre of romance. Her 2016 smash hit RoomHate debuted at #2 on The New York Times Bestseller list. Penelope is an Audie Award Winner and three-time Goodreads Choice Romance of the Year Nominee. Her books have been featured in Entertainment Weekly and Publisher’s Weekly (Starred Review).
Penelope’s novels have been translated into over a dozen languages and can be found in bookstores around the world.
She can often be found chatting live with her readers in her private Facebook group, Penelope’s Peeps.
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November 12, 2023★LIVE AND FREE TO READ IN KINDLE UNLIMITED★
I'm so very excited to share that The Rules of Dating My One-Night Stand, co-written with the amazing Vi Keeland, is LIVE!! (Audio too!)
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One-Night Stand
Close Proximity
Found Family
Surprise Twist
Cinnamon Roll Hero
He Falls First
Strong Heroine
BLURB
Rule number one for having a one-night stand: Don’t fall for the girl.
After a lengthy dating slump, I finally met someone who sparked my interest.
Well, first the sparks flew when we argued. Later in the evening those sparks ignited into something more.
I was drawn to Devyn, in a way I hadn’t felt in a really long time.
Needless to say, I was disappointed when she abruptly left after our amazing night together.
I couldn’t stop thinking about her. But she hadn’t even given me her number.
In a city with eight-million people, I figured I’d never see Devyn again.
So imagine my surprise when I knocked on the door of an apartment in the building I lived in, and none other than my one-night stand stood on the other side.
If I thought Devyn didn’t want anything to do with me before, that was nothing compared to how she felt after finding out I was the landlord and she was about to be evicted…
And that was just the first surprise that would rock my world when it came to the mystery woman in apartment 410.
I'm so very excited to share that The Rules of Dating My One-Night Stand, co-written with the amazing Vi Keeland, is LIVE!! (Audio too!)
Amazon US ➜ https://amzn.to/44bWKWn
Amazon UK ➜ https://amzn.to/3QD6INq
Amazon CA ➜ https://amzn.to/3OZhEDF
Amazon AU ➜ https://amzn.to/3QEpX9p
Audible: https://bit.ly/3FCc4BS
Amazon Audio: https://bit.ly/3FBLXLj
Paperback ➜ https://amzn.to/44afndf
The ebook is on limited-time release price and will change after release day. Here's what you can expect:
One-Night Stand
Close Proximity
Found Family
Surprise Twist
Cinnamon Roll Hero
He Falls First
Strong Heroine
BLURB
Rule number one for having a one-night stand: Don’t fall for the girl.
After a lengthy dating slump, I finally met someone who sparked my interest.
Well, first the sparks flew when we argued. Later in the evening those sparks ignited into something more.
I was drawn to Devyn, in a way I hadn’t felt in a really long time.
Needless to say, I was disappointed when she abruptly left after our amazing night together.
I couldn’t stop thinking about her. But she hadn’t even given me her number.
In a city with eight-million people, I figured I’d never see Devyn again.
So imagine my surprise when I knocked on the door of an apartment in the building I lived in, and none other than my one-night stand stood on the other side.
If I thought Devyn didn’t want anything to do with me before, that was nothing compared to how she felt after finding out I was the landlord and she was about to be evicted…
And that was just the first surprise that would rock my world when it came to the mystery woman in apartment 410.
December 21, 2023
3.5 stars
October 30, 2023
Literally, all the stars!
The Rules of Dating My One Night Stand (The Law of Opposites Attract #3) is my favorite book in the The Law of Opposites Attract series. I didn't think Vi and Penelope could top my love for the first two books in this series, but Owen is everything. ViPen (Vi and Penelope deserve their own hashtag/nickname) had me laughing, swooning, and then PLOT TWIST. Whoa, I was literally holding my breath when I hit a wicked plot twist around Chapter 25. I didn't expect the kick in the feels and my blood pressure to skyrocket. Please do not let anyone spoil this book for you. I've said this before, and I'll repeat it: Vi and Penelope make it impossible not to fall in love with their characters and their co-authored books. The Rules of Dating My One Night Stand is on my Best of 2023 list.
November 13, 2023
5 stars!
(ARC provided by author)
Owen Dawson is a successful realtor in Manhattan. He grew up in Pennsylvania with his best friends that are like brothers to him. They now all live in New York where they co-own an apartment building together. Two of his friends had recently found love, but Owen was beginning to think he was broken. He was a closed off, workaholic who didn't ever get attached or emotionally involved. Then a one-night stand changes everything. He felt a spark with someone for the first time in years. It was one of the best and worst nights of his life. Devyn ignites something inside him and he wants more of that feeling, but then she abruptly disappears. After an unforgettable evening together, she runs off without giving him her number. All he knew was her first name. He's totally fixated on his mystery woman, and couldn't quit thinking about her. He kept replaying their encounter in his mind, and never thought he'd see her again in such a big city. Then he knocks on the door of a tenant in his building that has been getting noise complaints. When the door to apartment 410 opens he's floored to see the gorgeous beauty who recently ghosted him. He was still just as drawn to her, and wanted to know her, but things turn a bit complicated since he's now her landlord, and she's in jeopardy of being evicted. She's guarded and her life is chaotic right now, but could she be everything that's been missing in his life?
The Rules of Dating My One-Night Stand (The Law of Opposites Attract #3) by Penelope Ward & Vi Keeland is a standalone, one-night stand, close proximity, neighbors romance about trust, friendship, family and beautiful connections. It's full of emotion, humor, explosive chemistry and plenty of swoon. I just adored Owen and his big heart! I love this series so much and can't wait for more! <333
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Owen Dawson is a successful realtor in Manhattan. He grew up in Pennsylvania with his best friends that are like brothers to him. They now all live in New York where they co-own an apartment building together. Two of his friends had recently found love, but Owen was beginning to think he was broken. He was a closed off, workaholic who didn't ever get attached or emotionally involved. Then a one-night stand changes everything. He felt a spark with someone for the first time in years. It was one of the best and worst nights of his life. Devyn ignites something inside him and he wants more of that feeling, but then she abruptly disappears. After an unforgettable evening together, she runs off without giving him her number. All he knew was her first name. He's totally fixated on his mystery woman, and couldn't quit thinking about her. He kept replaying their encounter in his mind, and never thought he'd see her again in such a big city. Then he knocks on the door of a tenant in his building that has been getting noise complaints. When the door to apartment 410 opens he's floored to see the gorgeous beauty who recently ghosted him. He was still just as drawn to her, and wanted to know her, but things turn a bit complicated since he's now her landlord, and she's in jeopardy of being evicted. She's guarded and her life is chaotic right now, but could she be everything that's been missing in his life?
The Rules of Dating My One-Night Stand (The Law of Opposites Attract #3) by Penelope Ward & Vi Keeland is a standalone, one-night stand, close proximity, neighbors romance about trust, friendship, family and beautiful connections. It's full of emotion, humor, explosive chemistry and plenty of swoon. I just adored Owen and his big heart! I love this series so much and can't wait for more! <333
***NOW AVAILABLE***
https://www.amazon.com/Rules-Dating-M...
November 29, 2023
This series has been interesting, but it lacks something I can't put my finger on when comparing it to other Romance series. The stories were interesting and the characters had lessons that all of us could learn from, BUT they were not complex enough and there were moments when the reading became boring.
The Rules of Dating My One-Night Stand is the third volume from this series and it had Owen as the male leader, the hero I was least interested in, because I considered him a workaholic and couldn't connect with him very well.
Well, things can change and in the world of Romance, the story can get from boring to intense in a couple of seconds. Owen was one of the most incredible heroes I've met lately and this 3.5 rating is only because of HIM because he was sweet, loving, generous, and amazing.
Let me explain myself - Owen has a one-night stand with Devyn, but after it, she leaves him. Owen remains very impacted by her and by the night they shared, but he doesn't know how to find Devyn, therefore he is left with only the memories of that night. By coincidence, Devyn's teen brothers live in the same building as Owen, and shortly after he finds that out, Owen begins to pursue Devyn, feeling something more than just attraction. Their story continues OK until some things unexpectedly change and chaos enters the building.
I didn't like Devyn at all and it's rare that I don't connect with a heroine at any level. I didn't connect with her mom's issues and with the story, with the relationship with her brothers and I mostly didn't connect with her relationship and behavior towards Owen. Her insecurities and hesitations were painful to me and I couldn't understand why Owen was still with her and why is he insisting so much, in order to receive nothing... He was so understanding and kind and was willing to do SO MUCH for her, only to not receive responses and be put every time in second place. It was something that I just couldn't shake and unfortunately, this is my final rating. :(
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The Rules of Dating My One-Night Stand is the third volume from this series and it had Owen as the male leader, the hero I was least interested in, because I considered him a workaholic and couldn't connect with him very well.
Well, things can change and in the world of Romance, the story can get from boring to intense in a couple of seconds. Owen was one of the most incredible heroes I've met lately and this 3.5 rating is only because of HIM because he was sweet, loving, generous, and amazing.
Let me explain myself - Owen has a one-night stand with Devyn, but after it, she leaves him. Owen remains very impacted by her and by the night they shared, but he doesn't know how to find Devyn, therefore he is left with only the memories of that night. By coincidence, Devyn's teen brothers live in the same building as Owen, and shortly after he finds that out, Owen begins to pursue Devyn, feeling something more than just attraction. Their story continues OK until some things unexpectedly change and chaos enters the building.
I didn't like Devyn at all and it's rare that I don't connect with a heroine at any level. I didn't connect with her mom's issues and with the story, with the relationship with her brothers and I mostly didn't connect with her relationship and behavior towards Owen. Her insecurities and hesitations were painful to me and I couldn't understand why Owen was still with her and why is he insisting so much, in order to receive nothing... He was so understanding and kind and was willing to do SO MUCH for her, only to not receive responses and be put every time in second place. It was something that I just couldn't shake and unfortunately, this is my final rating. :(
For more reviews, please check out my blog >> www.ramonismeramo.com
November 17, 2023
The latest standalone written by the duo Ward and Keeland was slow on the upstart and a middle of the road read for me. But as the story moved forward and the pacing picked up, I found myself becoming more involved in the characters and their story.
A one-night stand between two strangers with no last names exchanged, Owen, a real estate agent and Devyn, a casting agent from Los Angeles who is in town due to some family troubles, turns into much more when shortly thereafter they discover that he’s one of the owners of the apartment building where she’s currently living and caring for her two younger siblings after their neglectful mother has taken off with another of her hook-ups.
Told from dual first-person points of view, the plot is lively and fast-paced. It leans towards a bit of a love triangle situation with plenty of graphically detailed sexual encounters between only Devyn and Owen -- thankfully the third party isn't included. Add into the mix some key lime pie porn (yes, you read that correctly) and a shocking and totally unexpected discovery and you’ve got yourself one heck of a wild ride.
Of course, the friendship between Owen, Colby, Holden and Brayden continues to play a part in this installment as well. But this book can be read as a standalone because any connecting information from the previous two books is provided where necessary.
September 11, 2024
Книга легка. І в ній багато гумору На вечір відволіктися саме то Мабуть, книга просто не потрапила в настрій. Тому оцінка скоріше 2,5
Все починалось цікаво, мило і смішно місцями. Але на 70% мене почала дратувати героїня своєю невпевненістю. На 80% здалося, що сюжет розтягнут і я читала по діагоналі. Думаю, в мене вже око “замилине“ на ромкоми і любовні романи. Треба змінити жанр в подальшому читанні
Все починалось цікаво, мило і смішно місцями. Але на 70% мене почала дратувати героїня своєю невпевненістю. На 80% здалося, що сюжет розтягнут і я читала по діагоналі. Думаю, в мене вже око “замилине“ на ромкоми і любовні романи. Треба змінити жанр в подальшому читанні
July 7, 2024
Owen isn't used to women not chasing after him, but that's exactly what happened after the best time of his life. He wanted a lot more from Devyn, but she jetted immediately. Ouch... it's much later, and she's still rent-free in his head when he finally comes face to face with her. Too bad she doesn't seem anymore inclined to be around him than she was when she left before. But now that Owen knows where she is, he's going to keep showing up, keeping being there for her. He'll prove to her that he's the one that will stick around forever, even after a huge bump appears in front of them.
Devyn has loads of issues - commitment issues, abandonment issues, just issues, thanks to the bad example her mother has set for her and her siblings. So when a sweet, delicious man comes along and appears to be sticking around, she's running scared. What will it take for Owen to prove to her to show her that they can have something beautiful? She needs to do her part, too, though, and that might be where they fall apart if she can't get out of her head.
I love this couple. They have to go through so much to get their happiness, weather some upsets and twists, deal with her baggage, her siblings and mother, and through it all you could just feel how hard they were falling for each other, even if she was completely loathe to voice what she was feeling. Owen is the biggest sweetheart. I enjoy books by this duo (including these), but this series is just okay for me. The characters seem to have less depth than previous characters, both from co-written series and individual series. They’re worth the read, I just don’t love these the way that I wish I did.
Now, I'm very impatiently waiting for Brayden's story!
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Devyn has loads of issues - commitment issues, abandonment issues, just issues, thanks to the bad example her mother has set for her and her siblings. So when a sweet, delicious man comes along and appears to be sticking around, she's running scared. What will it take for Owen to prove to her to show her that they can have something beautiful? She needs to do her part, too, though, and that might be where they fall apart if she can't get out of her head.
I love this couple. They have to go through so much to get their happiness, weather some upsets and twists, deal with her baggage, her siblings and mother, and through it all you could just feel how hard they were falling for each other, even if she was completely loathe to voice what she was feeling. Owen is the biggest sweetheart. I enjoy books by this duo (including these), but this series is just okay for me. The characters seem to have less depth than previous characters, both from co-written series and individual series. They’re worth the read, I just don’t love these the way that I wish I did.
Now, I'm very impatiently waiting for Brayden's story!
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April 7, 2024
Я з радістю повернулася до цієї історії, щоб знову зустрітися всю їхню компанію друзів, з їхнім гумором і те, як вони завжди підтримують один одного. Це вже третя книга в серії "The Law of Opposites Attract", і цього разу вона розповідає про Оуена та його несподіване кохання після однієї ночі з незнайомкою. Мені сподобалося, як розвивалися стосунки між Оуеном та Девін. Їхні почуття спалахнули несподівано, і було цікаво спостерігати за тим, як вони намагаються з'ясувати, чи підходять вони одне одному.
September 13, 2024
5 Star review of The Rules Of Dating My One-Night Stand (The Law of Opposites Attract #3) by Penelope Ward & Vi Keeland
What a cracking read. Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland have delivered another fabulous story with characters who you cannot help but fall for. From the first paragraph, the authors wove a story that I couldn’t put down.
There is something about Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward’s style of writing and the stories they weave that draws you in and soon has you ignoring everything and everyone around you.
Devyn and Owen from the moment they met the sparks flew and it was entertaining to watch as their relationship progressed.
I loved the camaraderie between Owen and his friends, it added an additional layer to the story.
This was a passionate, witty, well written story with characters who are engaging and there is nothing I didn’t love.
What a cracking read. Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland have delivered another fabulous story with characters who you cannot help but fall for. From the first paragraph, the authors wove a story that I couldn’t put down.
There is something about Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward’s style of writing and the stories they weave that draws you in and soon has you ignoring everything and everyone around you.
Devyn and Owen from the moment they met the sparks flew and it was entertaining to watch as their relationship progressed.
I loved the camaraderie between Owen and his friends, it added an additional layer to the story.
This was a passionate, witty, well written story with characters who are engaging and there is nothing I didn’t love.
November 13, 2023
Overall Grade: A-/B+
Tropes: one night stand (ONS) to more; close proximity/neighbors; insta-attraction; surprise baby; grump/sunshine; cinnamon roll MMC
Who knew? Who knew that the big, busy grump of the friend group in Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland’s series, The Law of Opposites Attract, would have the biggest heart of his friend group? In the series' first two books, we learn that Owen, the MMC of their newest story, The Rules of Dating: My One-Night Stand, works A LOT. To be a successful real estate mogul would require it. We also see him as the voice of reason, sometimes the “stick in the mud”. However, in their newest story, Owen is a good guy who falls instantly for Devyn, a woman he meets in a bar. When she ghosts him after their one-night stand, he believes he won’t ever see her again until he finds her in an apartment in his apartment building. He is drawn to her, and she is drawn to him too. However, her life is complicated.
What sets Owen apart from his friends is his instantaneous commitment to wooing and winning Devyn’s heart. To date, he is the swooniest of Keeland and Ward’s MMCs in this series. The traits of tenacity and perseverance emphasized through his work ethic become the main reason why Devyn falls for him despite a list of complications. Keeland and Ward draw this couple so well in The Rules of Dating: My One-Night Stand that you cheer them on through the entirety of this book.
What’s compelling about Ward and Keeland’s stories is their second, sometimes third-act plot disruption. It happens in all of their books. Given the predominance of it in their stories, one would think this might cause their readers to grow bored of their storytelling. However, the plot disruption is usually something you don’t expect. In this newest book, you might think it’s the surprise baby plot device. But it isn’t. It’s something I didn’t expect, and it added emotional gravity to Ward and Keeland’s romance. I find their ability to create these moments in their stories compelling and one reason I adore their romances. The Rules of Dating: My One-Night Stand is another example of Ward and Keeland’s genius at crafting spicy, ingenious, and compelling romances.
Tropes: one night stand (ONS) to more; close proximity/neighbors; insta-attraction; surprise baby; grump/sunshine; cinnamon roll MMC
Who knew? Who knew that the big, busy grump of the friend group in Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland’s series, The Law of Opposites Attract, would have the biggest heart of his friend group? In the series' first two books, we learn that Owen, the MMC of their newest story, The Rules of Dating: My One-Night Stand, works A LOT. To be a successful real estate mogul would require it. We also see him as the voice of reason, sometimes the “stick in the mud”. However, in their newest story, Owen is a good guy who falls instantly for Devyn, a woman he meets in a bar. When she ghosts him after their one-night stand, he believes he won’t ever see her again until he finds her in an apartment in his apartment building. He is drawn to her, and she is drawn to him too. However, her life is complicated.
What sets Owen apart from his friends is his instantaneous commitment to wooing and winning Devyn’s heart. To date, he is the swooniest of Keeland and Ward’s MMCs in this series. The traits of tenacity and perseverance emphasized through his work ethic become the main reason why Devyn falls for him despite a list of complications. Keeland and Ward draw this couple so well in The Rules of Dating: My One-Night Stand that you cheer them on through the entirety of this book.
What’s compelling about Ward and Keeland’s stories is their second, sometimes third-act plot disruption. It happens in all of their books. Given the predominance of it in their stories, one would think this might cause their readers to grow bored of their storytelling. However, the plot disruption is usually something you don’t expect. In this newest book, you might think it’s the surprise baby plot device. But it isn’t. It’s something I didn’t expect, and it added emotional gravity to Ward and Keeland’s romance. I find their ability to create these moments in their stories compelling and one reason I adore their romances. The Rules of Dating: My One-Night Stand is another example of Ward and Keeland’s genius at crafting spicy, ingenious, and compelling romances.
November 3, 2023
This is such a great series with such wonderful characters, but I have to admit there is a part of Owen & Devyn’s story that I absolutely hated. That may be too strong of a word to use, but my heart was in my throat for a good majority of the story waiting for the outcome.
I know I am being vague, but this is a huge part of the whole storyline and I don’t want to give it away. I also know the way I reacted to this is very much a “me” problem and nothing to do with the writing and book in general.
Now after saying all that, Owen is hands down my favorite character in this book. I’ll go so far as to say he’s one of the best characters I’ve read this year. It’s probably the whole reason for my overreaction because he is just that special. I didn’t want to read that he was hurting, that he was unsure and uncomfortable. But that does happen, but it totally makes this book all the more incredible when he finally (spoiler alert) gets his HEA.
I know I am being vague, but this is a huge part of the whole storyline and I don’t want to give it away. I also know the way I reacted to this is very much a “me” problem and nothing to do with the writing and book in general.
Now after saying all that, Owen is hands down my favorite character in this book. I’ll go so far as to say he’s one of the best characters I’ve read this year. It’s probably the whole reason for my overreaction because he is just that special. I didn’t want to read that he was hurting, that he was unsure and uncomfortable. But that does happen, but it totally makes this book all the more incredible when he finally (spoiler alert) gets his HEA.
December 5, 2023
Thought I knew what I was reading but you can never fully trust TikTok persuading you with excerpts. It was fine until BAM surprise pregnancy trope and love triangle thingy
It all kinda felt forced. Character didn’t really seem to have chemistry
I didn’t DNF just because I was curious if it would play out like I imagined it would and it did exactly that
Oh well
It all kinda felt forced. Character didn’t really seem to have chemistry
I didn’t DNF just because I was curious if it would play out like I imagined it would and it did exactly that
Oh well
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 4, 2023
4 stars
The third book in The Law of Opposites Attract series, this is Owen’s book, a fun, sweet, sexy and surprising romance when a couple unexpectedly fall for each other after a one-night stand.
Owen is one of five best friends that grew up together. When one tragically died, the remaining four took the inheritance he left them and bought an apartment building in New York which they live in and manage together. But he gets the shock of his life when he’s about to evict one of his tenants, only to discover Devyn, the woman with who he shared a blistering one night stand with.
Devyn is from LA and is in New York temporarily to look after her younger siblings (previously known as “Frick and Frack”, two trouble-causing teens who have wreaked havoc on the building in previous books). Their mother has taken off and they don’t know where she is or when she’s returning, so Devyn has stepped in to care for the kids until they can track her down. She’s frazzled by the situation, and dealing with a tricky break up back home, and she spent one night out on her own to blow off some steam. How awkward that the man who rocked her world is her new landlord.
It's a fun set-up, and being the good guy that he is, Owen steps in to help Devyn with her situation. Though they’re both admittedly attracted to each other, Devyn is not in a position to start a relationship, so they agree to be friends, but Owen is with Devyn every step of the way as she tries to find her mother while wrangling her siblings. It’s entertaining, and Owen stole my heart with his dedication to be there for Devyn.
The chemistry is there from the very beginning, and the more time they spend together, they grow closer and closer, and the sexual tension builds until they can’t resist anymore. They agree to a no-strings friends-with-benefits arrangement which is hot and steamy, and just the beginning for them, because despite their best intentions, they’re falling wildly for each other.
There are a number of twists in Owen and Devyn’s story, and I was hooked as it all played out. I was right there with both of them as they deal with the challenges of their complex situation, and felt so much for them. Through it all, Owen is a dream, holding nothing back from Devyn, letting her know how he feels and committing himself completely, and I fell so hard for him!
Characters from the previous books all appear, and I loved watching them all rally around to support both Owen and Devyn as they figure everything out. The dynamics between the group are gorgeous – lots of teasing and banter between the boys, and the girls are fabulously fun and supportive.
It's a gorgeous story, and I loved watching Owen and Devyn get their HEA.
4 stars.
The third book in The Law of Opposites Attract series, this is Owen’s book, a fun, sweet, sexy and surprising romance when a couple unexpectedly fall for each other after a one-night stand.
Owen is one of five best friends that grew up together. When one tragically died, the remaining four took the inheritance he left them and bought an apartment building in New York which they live in and manage together. But he gets the shock of his life when he’s about to evict one of his tenants, only to discover Devyn, the woman with who he shared a blistering one night stand with.
Devyn is from LA and is in New York temporarily to look after her younger siblings (previously known as “Frick and Frack”, two trouble-causing teens who have wreaked havoc on the building in previous books). Their mother has taken off and they don’t know where she is or when she’s returning, so Devyn has stepped in to care for the kids until they can track her down. She’s frazzled by the situation, and dealing with a tricky break up back home, and she spent one night out on her own to blow off some steam. How awkward that the man who rocked her world is her new landlord.
It's a fun set-up, and being the good guy that he is, Owen steps in to help Devyn with her situation. Though they’re both admittedly attracted to each other, Devyn is not in a position to start a relationship, so they agree to be friends, but Owen is with Devyn every step of the way as she tries to find her mother while wrangling her siblings. It’s entertaining, and Owen stole my heart with his dedication to be there for Devyn.
The chemistry is there from the very beginning, and the more time they spend together, they grow closer and closer, and the sexual tension builds until they can’t resist anymore. They agree to a no-strings friends-with-benefits arrangement which is hot and steamy, and just the beginning for them, because despite their best intentions, they’re falling wildly for each other.
There are a number of twists in Owen and Devyn’s story, and I was hooked as it all played out. I was right there with both of them as they deal with the challenges of their complex situation, and felt so much for them. Through it all, Owen is a dream, holding nothing back from Devyn, letting her know how he feels and committing himself completely, and I fell so hard for him!
Characters from the previous books all appear, and I loved watching them all rally around to support both Owen and Devyn as they figure everything out. The dynamics between the group are gorgeous – lots of teasing and banter between the boys, and the girls are fabulously fun and supportive.
It's a gorgeous story, and I loved watching Owen and Devyn get their HEA.
4 stars.
November 15, 2023
Great continuation in The Rules of Dating series
The third Rules of Dating book features Owen, along with the supporting group of friends who all live in the same NYC apartment building. In the earlier books, Owen is portrayed as a somewhat uptight workaholic businessman. Ward and Keeland really develop him into a truly engaging and lovable character.
This book doesn't really fit with any one romance trope - there are elements of enemies to lovers, love triangle, anonymous one night stand and single mom, but Owen's and Devyn's story follows its own path. (I very much liked that there was no unnecessary third act breakup. )
Devyn has moved across the country to the building in NYC to care for her stepbrother and stepsister after their mother disappears. Her teenage siblings are acting out and creating lots of trouble that Owen, her landlord, needs to handle.
While there is instantaneous attraction and chemistry, I really liked how the authors did not turn this into instalove. Instead, Owen proves himself to Devyn by helping her with parenting her siblings and searching for her mother. He really shows himself as loyal and supportive. Best book boyfriend ever!
The third Rules of Dating book features Owen, along with the supporting group of friends who all live in the same NYC apartment building. In the earlier books, Owen is portrayed as a somewhat uptight workaholic businessman. Ward and Keeland really develop him into a truly engaging and lovable character.
This book doesn't really fit with any one romance trope - there are elements of enemies to lovers, love triangle, anonymous one night stand and single mom, but Owen's and Devyn's story follows its own path. (I very much liked that there was no unnecessary third act breakup. )
Devyn has moved across the country to the building in NYC to care for her stepbrother and stepsister after their mother disappears. Her teenage siblings are acting out and creating lots of trouble that Owen, her landlord, needs to handle.
While there is instantaneous attraction and chemistry, I really liked how the authors did not turn this into instalove. Instead, Owen proves himself to Devyn by helping her with parenting her siblings and searching for her mother. He really shows himself as loyal and supportive. Best book boyfriend ever!
December 26, 2023
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A flirty contemporary romance with a bit of a love triangle and heaps of conflicted feelings, THE RULES OF DATING MY ONE-NIGHT STAND is classic Penelope Ward & Vi Keeland all the way.
I’m probably not alone when I say that I love it when the hero falls in love first in a romance. Especially the way Vi Keeland & Penelope Ward wrote Owen’s portion of THE RULES OF DATING MY ONE-NIGHT STAND. From the moment he set eyes on Devyn, he was a goner–particularly after their meet cute and one blissful night together. So, it was an interesting complication that Devyn just happened to be staying in the building Owen co-owned with his best friends, taking care of her teenage siblings after their mom took off on Heath & Hannah (again)... Read More
A flirty contemporary romance with a bit of a love triangle and heaps of conflicted feelings, THE RULES OF DATING MY ONE-NIGHT STAND is classic Penelope Ward & Vi Keeland all the way.
I’m probably not alone when I say that I love it when the hero falls in love first in a romance. Especially the way Vi Keeland & Penelope Ward wrote Owen’s portion of THE RULES OF DATING MY ONE-NIGHT STAND. From the moment he set eyes on Devyn, he was a goner–particularly after their meet cute and one blissful night together. So, it was an interesting complication that Devyn just happened to be staying in the building Owen co-owned with his best friends, taking care of her teenage siblings after their mom took off on Heath & Hannah (again)... Read More
December 9, 2023
Usually love these these two authors, but this one didn’t hit the mark. The story felt very contrived. Owen was almost too sweet and too good to be true, while Devyn wasn’t all that likable. Everything was just kind of….Meh..
November 5, 2023
The Rules of Dating My One Night Stand is the 3rd book in The Law of Opposites Attract series. I am loving this series and I loved this one! They just keep getting better and better. Vi and Penelope sure know how to deliver a great book!
Owen and Devyn meet in a bar when Devyn leaves her phone in the men’s restroom and Owen finds and and returns it to her. They get to talking and they have a great night together! Owens thinks he will never seen Devyn again until he knocks on one of the doors of the apartment complex he jointly owns with all of his friends and guess who is standing there… Devyn..
The relationship between Owen and Devyn is great, and seeing them grow and go through so many obstacles and overcome so many different things that was going on in their lives really made you feel like you knew the characters.
The big twist really kept me on my toes and I needed to know how this was going to end. And thankfully Vi and Penelope really pulled everything together at the end. Loved this book and this series!!
I cannot wait to read Brayden’s story!
Owen and Devyn meet in a bar when Devyn leaves her phone in the men’s restroom and Owen finds and and returns it to her. They get to talking and they have a great night together! Owens thinks he will never seen Devyn again until he knocks on one of the doors of the apartment complex he jointly owns with all of his friends and guess who is standing there… Devyn..
The relationship between Owen and Devyn is great, and seeing them grow and go through so many obstacles and overcome so many different things that was going on in their lives really made you feel like you knew the characters.
The big twist really kept me on my toes and I needed to know how this was going to end. And thankfully Vi and Penelope really pulled everything together at the end. Loved this book and this series!!
I cannot wait to read Brayden’s story!
November 14, 2023
Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland have done it again! I absolutely adored this book that pulled on my heartstrings in all the right ways. The found family theme is becoming a new favorite of mine and I loved how everyone accepted Devyn and her siblings without a second thought. I did have a feeling where the book was headed and even though I’m not a fan of that particular trope, I was SO invested and happy with the way it worked out in the end. As a reader of both Ward and Keeland separately I’m constantly amazed at how flawless their cowritten books have remained over the years.
June 11, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🔥🔥🔥
🔥🔥🔥
December 1, 2023
The Rules of Dating My One-Night Stand was so good! Owen and Devyn meet up in such a meet cute way at a bar and hit off. They end up hooking up and she sneaks out while he’s in the bathroom.
Devyn is back in the city look over her brother and sister because her horrible mom took off with a boyfriend. Her siblings are very mischievous and the tenants in the apartment are fed up.
Owen and his friends purchased an apartment building that they all live in. He’s also very successful real estate agent as well. He keeps getting complaints about a tenant so he goes to the door to talk to them.
Insert Devyn. Owen ends up helping her brother with the cops after a spray paint accident. 🐈
Over time, Owen and Devyn spend time together and she finds out she’s pregnant. The issues is, she doesn’t know if it’s Owen’s or her ex back in California.
Tropes:
City
Love triangle
Accidental pregnancy
Single Guardian
Found Family
Devyn is back in the city look over her brother and sister because her horrible mom took off with a boyfriend. Her siblings are very mischievous and the tenants in the apartment are fed up.
Owen and his friends purchased an apartment building that they all live in. He’s also very successful real estate agent as well. He keeps getting complaints about a tenant so he goes to the door to talk to them.
Insert Devyn. Owen ends up helping her brother with the cops after a spray paint accident. 🐈
Over time, Owen and Devyn spend time together and she finds out she’s pregnant. The issues is, she doesn’t know if it’s Owen’s or her ex back in California.
Tropes:
City
Love triangle
Accidental pregnancy
Single Guardian
Found Family
November 12, 2023
"Not once had I considered that she’d run off without giving me her number. Devyn was like Cinderella, except she didn’t leave behind a damn shoe—or a clue. Not a single thing besides her first name."
Y'all get ready for a fun, emotional, steamy, and some laugh out loud moments. I kept finding myself giggling, Annnd loving every minute of reading P and Vi's newest book releasing~My Rules of Dating... My One-Night Stand.
I have been loving reading this series... they definitely can be read as standalones.. but they are all page turners you have to read!!! You will not be disappointed for sure!!!
Thank you again for another Ahhhhmazzzing book to read from one of my fav writing duo's....Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland. 🥰🥰🥰
Y'all get ready for a fun, emotional, steamy, and some laugh out loud moments. I kept finding myself giggling, Annnd loving every minute of reading P and Vi's newest book releasing~My Rules of Dating... My One-Night Stand.
I have been loving reading this series... they definitely can be read as standalones.. but they are all page turners you have to read!!! You will not be disappointed for sure!!!
Thank you again for another Ahhhhmazzzing book to read from one of my fav writing duo's....Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland. 🥰🥰🥰
June 16, 2024
4.5/5 ✨️
This story shows very well that one random moment can help you find a soul mate, as Devon and Owen found each other in what they thought would be a one-night stand 💥.
Their relationship developed steadily, as they opened up to each other and shared their revelations. The book touches on the topic of parenting and raising children, as well as healthy relationships.
There are not so many 18+ scenes, which is not necessary, because the story is very sweet and interesting 😊
This story shows very well that one random moment can help you find a soul mate, as Devon and Owen found each other in what they thought would be a one-night stand 💥.
Their relationship developed steadily, as they opened up to each other and shared their revelations. The book touches on the topic of parenting and raising children, as well as healthy relationships.
There are not so many 18+ scenes, which is not necessary, because the story is very sweet and interesting 😊
March 10, 2024
This series just continues to get better and better. I loved everything about this book with Owen and Devyn. Those two definitely have a very memorable first meeting, they have a story that is charming and sweet and emotional. But more than that they have a connection that just won’t quit, and I truly could not get enough of the two of them going from a one night stand to something much much more.
This series just continues to show that someone who is seemingly opposite from you can give you everything You never even knew you needed. This book was charming, it was spicy, it was heartfelt and emotional, and it just had so much with these characters. They were two people and two very different worlds, who found their way to each other in a very memorable way. They can’t stop thinking about each other, they can’t stop wanting everything with one another, and they can’t help but hope that luck and fate will be on their side.
I loved everything about the story I got with these two. I loved that they couldn’t stop thinking about each other. I loved that they made each other want things they were not prepared to feel. I loved that their story was a little crazy and it threw them for a loop with what they had to figure out and face together. I loved that this book was very much about the two of them, realizing that there was something between them that they wanted to explore and experience. I loved that this book was very much about the two of them taking a chance, and realizing that they could be together, no matter the circumstances. I loved the heart of the characters, I loved the honesty, they shared, and I just loved the two of them. I was invested in them, and their love story, I found them both to be so incredible, and I just loved getting to see them be together.
Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland do a fantastic job of just infusing so much life and vibrancy into every bit of this book. It was fun and spicy and memorable and I truly cannot say enough how much I love this world. This series is one of my new favorites, and these characters continue to deliver, heartfelt and sweet and spicy love stories, that I can’t get enough of. The charm of this friend group, the way they continue to show up for one another, and the way That they’re all connected through what they’ve been through is truly the best. I love every chance I can get with these characters, and I cannot wait for more! This series definitely is one of my favorites, and it shows that someone who is seemingly opposite than you might just be exactly what you need. I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to see all of these characters find their match and it has truly been the best.
Owen and Devyn definitely take you on a wild ride in this book. But let me tell you now that your heart will be in it with them. You will be invested in them and what they’re sharing. You will want them to get that happily ever after. But more than that, you will just love what they give one another. She shows him that it’s OK to be a little crazy and wild sometimes. He shows her that he is going to be there no matter what. Together they show each other that anything is possible together and I just love it. I love it so much and I love them And I absolutely cannot get enough of what they shared together in this book. It was perfection.
I can’t recommend this book or series enough. It’s well written, it’s charming and engaging, and it’s consuming in every way. Trust me when I say, you will not be able to get enough of these two and everything they give you. This entire series is fantastic and you will love it. I promise you that.
This series just continues to show that someone who is seemingly opposite from you can give you everything You never even knew you needed. This book was charming, it was spicy, it was heartfelt and emotional, and it just had so much with these characters. They were two people and two very different worlds, who found their way to each other in a very memorable way. They can’t stop thinking about each other, they can’t stop wanting everything with one another, and they can’t help but hope that luck and fate will be on their side.
I loved everything about the story I got with these two. I loved that they couldn’t stop thinking about each other. I loved that they made each other want things they were not prepared to feel. I loved that their story was a little crazy and it threw them for a loop with what they had to figure out and face together. I loved that this book was very much about the two of them, realizing that there was something between them that they wanted to explore and experience. I loved that this book was very much about the two of them taking a chance, and realizing that they could be together, no matter the circumstances. I loved the heart of the characters, I loved the honesty, they shared, and I just loved the two of them. I was invested in them, and their love story, I found them both to be so incredible, and I just loved getting to see them be together.
Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland do a fantastic job of just infusing so much life and vibrancy into every bit of this book. It was fun and spicy and memorable and I truly cannot say enough how much I love this world. This series is one of my new favorites, and these characters continue to deliver, heartfelt and sweet and spicy love stories, that I can’t get enough of. The charm of this friend group, the way they continue to show up for one another, and the way That they’re all connected through what they’ve been through is truly the best. I love every chance I can get with these characters, and I cannot wait for more! This series definitely is one of my favorites, and it shows that someone who is seemingly opposite than you might just be exactly what you need. I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to see all of these characters find their match and it has truly been the best.
Owen and Devyn definitely take you on a wild ride in this book. But let me tell you now that your heart will be in it with them. You will be invested in them and what they’re sharing. You will want them to get that happily ever after. But more than that, you will just love what they give one another. She shows him that it’s OK to be a little crazy and wild sometimes. He shows her that he is going to be there no matter what. Together they show each other that anything is possible together and I just love it. I love it so much and I love them And I absolutely cannot get enough of what they shared together in this book. It was perfection.
I can’t recommend this book or series enough. It’s well written, it’s charming and engaging, and it’s consuming in every way. Trust me when I say, you will not be able to get enough of these two and everything they give you. This entire series is fantastic and you will love it. I promise you that.
November 14, 2023
Owen is all for watching his friends fall in love while staying aloof himself. He isn’t looking for a serious relationship, but is always up for fun. He has his hands full with real estate projects and sales, and his friends’ families give him all the relationships he needs in his life.
Devyn is only in the building temporarily, but her arrival was perfectly timed to hopefully keep the roof over her family’s head, though for her comfort level it probably would have helped if she had met the landlord before she had a one-night stand. Not in her usual MO, she was uncomfortable with the impulsivity and the connection that seemed to come from nowhere, and that was before she realized she would be seeing him on a daily basis.
This was such a fun read. I loved the way they met in the bar (Devyn’s friend sounds like a hoot to hang out with!) and also the way they met again later. From the hijinx of the kids to the seriousness of the situation that brought Devyn to the building there was always something going on that kept the story rolling. Owen and Devyn were so perfect together that I couldn’t help but root for them as they faced each challenge in front of them. There were some pretty heavy moments, and some moments that made them face reality in big uncomfortable ways, but through it all these two were a perfect pair.
I think this has been my favorite of this series as far as pure entertainment goes, but I cannot wait for more from this series. I feel like there were little hints teased for the next book and I have my own hopes for that one!
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Devyn is only in the building temporarily, but her arrival was perfectly timed to hopefully keep the roof over her family’s head, though for her comfort level it probably would have helped if she had met the landlord before she had a one-night stand. Not in her usual MO, she was uncomfortable with the impulsivity and the connection that seemed to come from nowhere, and that was before she realized she would be seeing him on a daily basis.
This was such a fun read. I loved the way they met in the bar (Devyn’s friend sounds like a hoot to hang out with!) and also the way they met again later. From the hijinx of the kids to the seriousness of the situation that brought Devyn to the building there was always something going on that kept the story rolling. Owen and Devyn were so perfect together that I couldn’t help but root for them as they faced each challenge in front of them. There were some pretty heavy moments, and some moments that made them face reality in big uncomfortable ways, but through it all these two were a perfect pair.
I think this has been my favorite of this series as far as pure entertainment goes, but I cannot wait for more from this series. I feel like there were little hints teased for the next book and I have my own hopes for that one!
November 15, 2023
La saga VO The Rules of dating continue avec un nouveau tome qui nous permet de découvrir un nouveau membre de la bande et en passant un bon moment. La romance est là, le héros sera parfait et charmant et on espère que le happy ending ne sera jamais loin.
Owen Dawson a tout du héros parfait. Même après avoir fini ma lecture, je ne parviens pas à lui trouver des défauts. Vous me direz que c'est louche mais ce n'est pas le cas. Il est vraiment génial et a toutes les qualités pour trouver une femme avec qui partager sa vie. Professionnellement parlant, il a une bonne carrière et il ne lui manque donc qu'un seul être pour que tout soit parfait. On retrouve les héros des précédents tomes er c'est toujours génial de voir l'évolution ou la continuité de leur vie de couple. Owen va avoir en quelque sorte un coup de foudre pour cette fille qu'il a rencontrée un soir. Leur relation sera singulière mais on va s'attacher à eux et découvrir ce que le destin leur réserve. Il n'y aura jamais aucun faux pas mais l'amour n'est pas non plus une chose aisée à avoir.
Devyn Marks est une héroïne que j'ai adorée découvrir. Dire que sa mère Vera n'est pas à la hauteur est un euphémisme. Elle va devoir quitter LA pour NY afin de prendre soin de ses frères et soeurs. Hannah et Heath ne seront pas de tout repos car ils ont besoin d'être entendus. Elle aura donc des soucis à régler mais elle ne veut pas s'engager sentimentalement parlant. Elle n'a pas eu de bon exemple donc l'amour n'est pas pour elle. Elle sera surprise de retomber celui qu'elle a fui après leur seule nuit ensemble mais elle aura du mal à lâcher prise. Elle n'a pas l'habitude d'avoir de l'aide et Owen sera pourtant très présent à chaque obstacle sur sa route. J'ai aimé voir le développement de leur relation et voir comment ils vont tisser des liens, espérons le durables.
Cette nouvelle romance des autrices est vraiment une lecture très sympathique qui nous montre les forces de l'amour, de l'amitié et de l'entraide. Nos héros devront apprendre à se faire confiance et à dépasser les épreuves qu'ils vont affronter.
Owen Dawson a tout du héros parfait. Même après avoir fini ma lecture, je ne parviens pas à lui trouver des défauts. Vous me direz que c'est louche mais ce n'est pas le cas. Il est vraiment génial et a toutes les qualités pour trouver une femme avec qui partager sa vie. Professionnellement parlant, il a une bonne carrière et il ne lui manque donc qu'un seul être pour que tout soit parfait. On retrouve les héros des précédents tomes er c'est toujours génial de voir l'évolution ou la continuité de leur vie de couple. Owen va avoir en quelque sorte un coup de foudre pour cette fille qu'il a rencontrée un soir. Leur relation sera singulière mais on va s'attacher à eux et découvrir ce que le destin leur réserve. Il n'y aura jamais aucun faux pas mais l'amour n'est pas non plus une chose aisée à avoir.
Devyn Marks est une héroïne que j'ai adorée découvrir. Dire que sa mère Vera n'est pas à la hauteur est un euphémisme. Elle va devoir quitter LA pour NY afin de prendre soin de ses frères et soeurs. Hannah et Heath ne seront pas de tout repos car ils ont besoin d'être entendus. Elle aura donc des soucis à régler mais elle ne veut pas s'engager sentimentalement parlant. Elle n'a pas eu de bon exemple donc l'amour n'est pas pour elle. Elle sera surprise de retomber celui qu'elle a fui après leur seule nuit ensemble mais elle aura du mal à lâcher prise. Elle n'a pas l'habitude d'avoir de l'aide et Owen sera pourtant très présent à chaque obstacle sur sa route. J'ai aimé voir le développement de leur relation et voir comment ils vont tisser des liens, espérons le durables.
Cette nouvelle romance des autrices est vraiment une lecture très sympathique qui nous montre les forces de l'amour, de l'amitié et de l'entraide. Nos héros devront apprendre à se faire confiance et à dépasser les épreuves qu'ils vont affronter.
November 2, 2023
It was a one-night stand that left him wanting more. Unfortunately for him, she had commitment issues and really wanted nothing to do with him... at first anyways. He then continued to be there, always when she needed help. In the right place at the right time, or was there more to it? Eventually he started to wear her down, but just when they start to feel good about the way their newfound relationship was moving someone threw a wrench in their lives. There are some laughs, there may be some tears shed. There are some spicy moments. You may also feel a bit perturbed with some of the characters and their actions. (Not the main characters though... it's all love for them.) As I mentioned, she has some commitment issues, and that stems from her past and how she was raised (or rather, how she wasn't raised) by her single mother. She has a lot going on in her life and it's a bit chaotic and she has plenty of luggage. He doesn't care about all that. He wants her, and everything she brings with her... baggage and all. But he'll have his work cut out for him if he wants to convince her to give him a fighting chance. His character is quite refreshing, in that he is honest with her about his feelings and what he is willing to do for her. He has a lot to contend with. He is patient. He is reliable. He is having mental breakdowns just trying to do the right thing by her, even if it means breaking his own heart. All the characters are wonderful and fit the story perfectly with each of their roles. There isn't some huge break-up... the two of them have enough working against them, for that. You'll see your favorite characters from the previous two books in this series, but this can be read completely as a stand alone. (There may be a couple spoilers for those books, so if you plan on reading them, I'd suggest reading in order, but it's not necessary to enjoy them.) It alternates between POVs. There is a more serious subject matter discussed throughout that gives the book a heavier vibe, but it's still light enough.
November 2, 2023
The Rules of Dating My One-Night Stand is the third book in the The Law of Opposites Attract by one of my favorite writing duos, Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward. You can read each book as standalone but I recommend reading the series, it’s fantastic! The storylines. The characters. I was psyched for this book since we got a little glimpse at the end of the last book.
Owen and Devyn’s one-nightstand was very unexpected in the best of ways. Owen hadn’t been interested in a woman in years and his heart skipped a beat when he saw her in the bar. Devyn just needed a breather, she had no idea she would end up in a hotel room with a stranger. Then ghost him. She definitely didn’t expect to see him at her door a few days later…
And he still wanted her even though she felt that she needed to push him away. That he didn’t need to be mixed up with her complicated life. She knew he deserved better and she didn’t know how long she was going to be in New York taking care of her teenage siblings. She didn’t want to hurt him. Owen just wanted to be there for her even if they were just “friends.” Will Devyn let her walls down even to let Owen in?
I loved, loved, loved this one! Owen is such a sweetheart and Devyn has such a big heart. Of course, they are also explosive together. In all seriousness, their relationship isn’t easy especially with some twists and turns but one thing was always there. Support. I loved catching up with the crew and can’t wait for Brayden’s story!
Owen and Devyn’s one-nightstand was very unexpected in the best of ways. Owen hadn’t been interested in a woman in years and his heart skipped a beat when he saw her in the bar. Devyn just needed a breather, she had no idea she would end up in a hotel room with a stranger. Then ghost him. She definitely didn’t expect to see him at her door a few days later…
And he still wanted her even though she felt that she needed to push him away. That he didn’t need to be mixed up with her complicated life. She knew he deserved better and she didn’t know how long she was going to be in New York taking care of her teenage siblings. She didn’t want to hurt him. Owen just wanted to be there for her even if they were just “friends.” Will Devyn let her walls down even to let Owen in?
I loved, loved, loved this one! Owen is such a sweetheart and Devyn has such a big heart. Of course, they are also explosive together. In all seriousness, their relationship isn’t easy especially with some twists and turns but one thing was always there. Support. I loved catching up with the crew and can’t wait for Brayden’s story!
November 15, 2023
“But I think you’re perfect. Even if your life isn’t perfect, you’re perfect. Perfect for me, at least.”
I'm absolutely in LOVE with Owen and Devyn's story!!! Reading Owen in the other books made me intrigued. Then, reading the snippets and blurb, I was like, this book is going to be the one that's going to be my absolute favourite. And I wasn't wrong. Out of Colby, Holden, and Owen, my favourite is definitely Owen even though I love the others.
I can't even being to tell you how good this story was.
Owen meets Devyn in a bar after he finds her phone in the men's bathroom. He thinks she's absolutely gorgeous. But Devyn ends up thinking all men are after one thing. Owen gives back her phone, and after what she said, he walks off. She feels bad for what she said after he did a good thing and goes to him to apologise. They have one drink, and yep, you guessed it by the title of the book they have a one night stand.
I'm not saying anything about the rest of the book cos it'll spoil it for you all, but if you've already read it, then you'll know about the tropes in this book. All the tropes in this book are my favourites. But if I say what they are, it'll give away what happens, lol.
I was swooning because let's face it Owen is just so darn handsome, I laughed because when the guys were all together they were hilarious, when it got to a certain part in the book I was like OH MY GOD I KNEW IT, I cried sad tears with certain parts and had happy tears. Then I had all the hand on the heart moments.
This is by far the best book in this series so far. Penelope and Vi did such an amazing job with it.
I'm absolutely in LOVE with Owen and Devyn's story!!! Reading Owen in the other books made me intrigued. Then, reading the snippets and blurb, I was like, this book is going to be the one that's going to be my absolute favourite. And I wasn't wrong. Out of Colby, Holden, and Owen, my favourite is definitely Owen even though I love the others.
I can't even being to tell you how good this story was.
Owen meets Devyn in a bar after he finds her phone in the men's bathroom. He thinks she's absolutely gorgeous. But Devyn ends up thinking all men are after one thing. Owen gives back her phone, and after what she said, he walks off. She feels bad for what she said after he did a good thing and goes to him to apologise. They have one drink, and yep, you guessed it by the title of the book they have a one night stand.
I'm not saying anything about the rest of the book cos it'll spoil it for you all, but if you've already read it, then you'll know about the tropes in this book. All the tropes in this book are my favourites. But if I say what they are, it'll give away what happens, lol.
I was swooning because let's face it Owen is just so darn handsome, I laughed because when the guys were all together they were hilarious, when it got to a certain part in the book I was like OH MY GOD I KNEW IT, I cried sad tears with certain parts and had happy tears. Then I had all the hand on the heart moments.
This is by far the best book in this series so far. Penelope and Vi did such an amazing job with it.
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