Enticing

Red Lips & White Lies, Book 3

By: Bella Matthews

Narrated by: Lee Samuels, Vanessa Edwin, Ava Erickson

You’d think a romance author would know better than to fall for her fake husband. It’s the oldest trope in the book . . . literally. But it turns out writing it and living it are two very different things.

The plan was enticing—marry hockey’s hottest player so I could receive my inheritance and give my daughters the life they deserve. I’m already a single mom at twenty-five—how hard could it be?

Well . . . the answer is harder than you think because Leo Sinclair is so much more than I bargained for. Six foot, four inches of toned muscle and golden skin wrapped around the most perfectly chiseled jaw and dangerously charming smile. I knew he’d be hard to resist . . . but it’s not just his looks that weaken my resolve.

It’s the way he wins over my daughters with ease.
The way he sees through my defenses and quiets my fears.
The way he says “my wife” like he means it.

Suddenly, this arrangement doesn’t feel so fake. And I’m no longer sure which of us is playing pretend.

But when love wasn’t part of the deal, will saying “I do” turn out to be his biggest regret—or mine?

©2024 Bella Matthews (P)2025 Bella Matthews

loved the narrators

I liked each narrator and I was able to listen at my usual speed of 2.5 and was able to understand the narrators without them sounding like chipmunks. The voices were just what I envisioned for these characters having read the ebook version previously.

So cute

Leo and Adelaide “Addie” had a marriage of convenience, and it was all to help Addie. She was hesitant, because she didn’t want real feelings or attachment, not after what she went through with her ex. But Leo insisted, and she eventually agreed.

The way Leo had zero hesitations when it came to Addie was so swoony. And the way he was with her kids? Ugh, seriously so dang cute. Ooh, and he was really a golden retriever, but when it came to his “wife and kids” well, he was so protective.

Addie definitely got stronger and healed, all because Leo refused to give up on her. And he proved to her over and over that he would always be there.

This was such a great addition to the series, and I cannot wait to see what’s next.

Narration Style: Dual

The narrators were great! They had the perfect voice for their respective character.

Beautiful and heartwarming

I’ve already read this book as an ebook and loved it but listening to it puts it on another level. You can feel the emotions just listening to it. The narrators were amazing. The male narrator was exactly how I imagined Leo to sound! The female narrator was the perfect fit for Addie will definitely be looking for more book narrated by them..

Loved Loved Loved

I loved every minute of this story. While I struggle to get into audiobooks... these three were my favorite. I loved the way they made me feel like I was in the character's head and a part of the story.

Leo is phenomenal and his love for Addie never wavered even when she felt she wasn't deserving of it and don't get me started on his love for the girls. I'm a sucker for a hot daddy/step daddy.

Bella never disappoints.

so good!

I have just loved this series so far and I can easily say this is my new favorite! Leo and Addie were honestly perfect for each other, this man was all in from day one and did whatever he could to show Addie and her girls how loved they were. Their story was so beautiful, I truly couldn't put this one down! Addie has been through so much and I just loved seeing Leo work to break down her walls and love her the way she deserves. Leo is perfection and so amazing with his girls. He would do anything for them, they were always his top priority and always did what he had to to keep them safe and happy 🩷

Leo Sinclair is swoon

I loved everything about this audio. This was my first audio book and it was just perfection. The voices were everything I imagined them to be and more!

Hockey Hottie with the Single Mom

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶

No one writes romance quite like Bella Matthews. She did it again in this marriage of convenience, single mom, hockey romance where the MMC falls hard and fast. You can always count on falling for these men in her books, and you're left eager for future characters' books to come out. This is Leo and Adelaides' book, and it was a yummy one.

Tropes:
🏒 Hockey Romance
💋 Marriage Of Convenience
🏒 He Falls First & Hard
💋 Single Mom of 2
🏒 Small Town/Big Family
💋 Secret Billionaire FMC
🏒 Found Family
💋 Author who is Struggling


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Audiobook Review:

The audiobook was amazing. There were a few spots in the first few chapters that had a static spot. It would only last for a second, but it happened around 3 times while they were talking.

You could feel the connection between these two narrators while they read this. Their voices complimented each other. I loved listening to this book and all listen to it again.

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Obsessed with Leo!

I absolutely loved this audiobook, Leo can do no wrong! He's utterly swoon worthy and the perfect match for Addie, even if she doesn’t realize it immediately. He steps seamlessly into Addie’s life and her daughters’ as if he was meant to be there all along. Leo’s protective nature and the way he takes time to show them what a loving family they could become together is truly touching. Although he agrees to marry Addie to help her secure her inheritance, it’s clear he’s been intent on winning her heart from the start. Narrators Lee Samuels, Vanessa Edwin, and Ava Erickson are the perfect match for this story. Lee Samuels, in particular, brings Leo to life with such authenticity and heart that I fell for him all over again. Vanessa Edwin and Ava Erickson also deliver incredible performances, adding depth and emotion to every scene. If you're looking for a swoon worthy MMC, heartwarming moments, and just the right amount of spice, this audiobook is a must listen.

Leo & Addie

I loved this audiobook. I originally read this book when it first came out and this was my favorite book by Bella so far but listening too made it even better. The narrators did a really good job and brought both Addie and Leo to life. I wish the book was longer because I wanted more scenes with Leo and his girls. I love how fast and hard Leo fell for Addie and her daughters but how cautious he was at approaching her and going at her pace. I also loved that he would do anything to protect them.

Leo 🫠🥰

I am in love, head over heels in love with Leo Sinclair! This man is everything, patient, caring, protective, and absolutely perfect! He is the perfect man.

Now that I got that out of the way..
This book is amazing! This series keeps getting better, this book is a combination of emotional, sweet, and spicy.

Addie & Leo's relationship was beautifully written, it was natural, unavoidable, and just perfect.

The spice was so good and scorching. Their chemistry was out of this world.

Leo's relationship with her daughter was heartwarming is beautiful, I lost count of how many times I swooned over this.

Bella Matthew’s books never disappoint, they are perfection.

This book is definitely a must-read! I loved it.

The narrators were a show a part! So good