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

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 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.

Holy Over Protective Alpha Leo

I truly ended up enjoying Leo and Addie’s story more than I thought! I kept comparing them to the others in the series. And because this was the first couple not in the friend’s circle. I did feel Leo’s insta love was a little off putting in the beginning, just because in previous books, he’s always talking about getting laid. But I loved seeing his protective side! I really enjoyed the plot especially with the ex. It wasn’t just at the end like with other suspense plots in her other books. It actually was a big part of the plot this time, and I love me some suspense! I’m excited for Kill’s story next!

Read: 🎧Audible
MMC: Leo Sinclair
FMC: Adelaide James
Spice: 2.5🌶️
Tropes: Hockey, Single Mom, Marriage of Convenience, He Falls First, Touch Her and Die, My Wife

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 🩷

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.

perfection as always!

As always, everything that comes from the mind of Bella Matthews is utter perfection. And the narrators she chooses? Are exactly how I pictured the characters. The tone in how the speak, the way they express the emotion that's on the page....LOVE IT.


I already had this as an ebook so I read as I listened and with both I was totally immersed in the world created. Gave me a much needed break from reality ❤️

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

Leo & Addie

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️

I don’t have a way with words but Bella always does. Absolutely devoured Leo & Addie in book 3 of the Red Lips & White Lies series.

Everything about this book just perfection & I can’t wait for more!!

Swoony!!

I already loved Addie and Leo! Their book had already made me giddy and swoony, but getting g to listen to it was even better!! The narrators did such a good job giving these two a voice!

Reliving every “my wife” moment, every time Leo calms Addie’s chaotic thoughts. Every time Addie puts Leo in his place!!

I devoured this audiobook!! Loved it!!