Cheater’s Regret is a cheeky and lighthearted romantic comedy about a man who goofs up - big time – when he kisses another woman. Rest assured this isn’t an angst-filled love triangle, and Rachel Van Dyken redeems the cheater and delivers a believable and satisfying happy-ever-after. It’s an irreverent and decadent book that gave me a stomach ache from laughing, and I also made a new friend, Austin Rogers. She and Thatch Holloway start off as a one-night stand, but their fling quickly turns into a committed relationship until kissing-gate happens, which seems to be a deliberate effort by Thatch to push Austin away. He breaks her heart, but she fearlessly confronts him to demand answers, because she’s sure there’s more to his actions than a compulsion to cheat. He stays tightlipped, and Austin is furious and calculates a plan for a little friendly revenge.

She identifies Thatch’s weaknesses, such as his fear of frogs, and plots to use them against him, and these lovers-to-enemies are innovative and hilarious in their pranks and continual attempts to one-up each other. Their war doesn’t dampen their sizzling sexual chemistry, and their inability to resist each other makes it obvious that they’re far from over. There’s love underneath their antics, and they’re electrifying to watch. I became enamored with Austin, watching her deal with her rollercoaster emotions using self-deprecating humor and the occasional emotional eating of Moon Pies. She’s not afraid to be vulnerable and wear her heart on her sleeve, and she is always entertaining. She and I would get along beautifully. Cheater’s Regret is pure unadulterated fun with tons of charm, endearing characters, and unforgettable moments. - Mary Dubé, USA Today's Happy Ever After

First off I want to say please don't judge this book by its title because once again one of the best writers of Rom -Com has pulled off another fantastic read.
Austin Rogers perfect life falls apart when she catches her boyfriend Thatch Holloway kissing another woman, once she has time to think she knows what she needs to do to make herself feel better and that's revenge...
Thatch Holloway looks like he has it all, good looks, a great job but he also has some hidden family secrets and those secrets stop him giving himself completely to the woman he loves , so he thinks cheating on her just once will make her walk away to a better life without him.
Revenge can be sweet but in this book revenge is down right hilarious, the antics that these two get up to had me laughing out loud and I think at times I even snorted, they are a couple with sizzling chemistry and they can't keep away from each other, I loved every part of this book. It's about love and strong friendships and I love how this author brings its altogether in a fantastic read that left me wanting more from this adorable couple and their friends.

I couldn't put this novel down. I loved every page of this story. I was intrigued from the start and loved the many twists and turns that sneak up when I was least expecting them.

Holy sh*t was this an emotional ride.

Cheater's Regret is the second book in the curious liaisons series. This is Austen and Thatch's story. I may be going against the popular vote here when I say that Cheater's Regret is my favorite book in this series. There was something about Thatch and Austen's situation that felt real. I connected with the characters more in this novel than the last.

We were first introduced to Austen and Thatch in the first book of this series 'Cheater'. Austen is Avery's best friend and Thatch is Lucas's main bro.

It was only supposed to be a one night stand between the two, however, it quickly started to evolve into a relationship that neither one was expecting. Thatch has never been able to commit to a woman given his home life wasn't always so loving while growing up, when he starts to connect on a deeper level with Austen it scares him and he decides to cut the strings and let her loose by doing the one thing that he knew would change her views on the type of man he is. He cheated.

Austen has dealt with cheater's in the past. So with the help of her best friend Avery the two devise a plan of payback or as some may ball it revenge. But that plan quickly comes to a halt when Austen is failing a class and needs the help of a certain plastic surgeon to boost her score back up.

I loved the back and forth banter Thatch and Austen had going on, I was cringing at one moment and then laughing so hard the next moment. Austen's one line moments were hilarious. She is such a random person and I related to her character the most.

Not going to lie Thatch was a douche canoe in the beginning but don't give up on him. He's a sweetie!

Overall, Cheater's Regret was amazing and I highly HIGHLY recommend it to anyone looking for a hilarious romance novel with a touch of angst. I hope you love it as much as I did, I hope you feel the emotions as I felt them and I hope Thatch and Austen touch the soft spot in your heart as they did mine.

Thatch is the sexy plastic surgeon who has just completed his residency and he has been involved in a relationship with Austin for one month so things should be perfect. Why is then caught with his tongue down the throat of Austin’s best friend’s sister at a party?

Austin is devastated when she sees him but when she decides that she will forgive him and they can move forward he dumps her! After an orgy of Mountain Dew and Moon Pies she decides the best way to get over him is revenge. Her first attempt was to write a blog and use it towards her social media class until she goes too far and her Professor tells her to choose another project. She then decides that blogging about his professional skills is the answer and she convinces Thatch that he owes her and he agrees to help. As they work together their chemistry explodes again but when Austin doesn’t understand what went wrong the first time how can they possible make it work this time?

Austin is hilarious, takes no crap and while vulnerable about her feelings doesn’t hold them back while Thatch is sexy and although his actions were misguided he only had her best interests in mind from the beginning. Rachel Van Dyken and this series are amazing and this story is no different. This is an amazing romantic comedy that you don’t want to miss. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

The title explains this perfectly. He regrets cheating. But there's a story behind it, if you just give the guy a chance to explain. There's way more to Thatch if you look close enough. This I'm-in-control facade only masks what's going on inside him and his family.

This rom-com was filled quite a bit of heart actually. In fact, I did get choked up a few times. One scene hit close to home and I had this pain in my chest that required me to sit a take a deep breath.

If you're looking for a nice escape from all the angsty books, this one is right up your alley. The characters were insane and kooky but you can't help but love them.

If you were around yesterday you are aware that I was suffering quite the ol’ book hangover after wrapping up Boy’s Life. When downloading all the free pornies from Amazon during my lunch break failed to get me refocused on my library book options I remembered my bestest bookpusher had given me the head’s up about this one and I had multitasked with the clicking of the GIMMEGIMME button so fast I managed to immediately forget all about having it. As soon as I got home from work I put on my Thanksgiving Pants and settled in for a cheating good time. Even though the first book in this series didn’t work out so great for me it could be blamed on the bizarro convoluted his/her backstory so my hopes remained high for #2 and also because Rachel Van Dyken????? I LUUUUUUUUUURV HER. (And to those who may be thinking I’m a shill – YOU’RE WRONG. I’m not friends or acquaintances or anything else with this author . . . . I just quietly stalk her on the interwebs like a normal person.)

I do have to admit that looking back at my rating for Cheater I was shocked to see I gave it 3. I could have sworn I gave it only 2, but obviously my gut reaction was a little higher – or I was still under the voodoo spell Rachel Van Dyken’s sexytimes scenes had over my punany. Whatever the reason, I’m glad I stuck around with this series because A MUCH better time was had with this one.

If you read #1, you’ll know that Thatch and Austin were ancillary characters who started as a one-off that ended up getting a little more serious . . . . and then ended up with Thatch getting caught with his tongue down Austin’s skank beloved sister’s throat. I know I know I know – she should never forgive him and that’s so stupid and yada yada yada. It’s fiction and it’s got CHEATER in the fucking title. Don’t get your panties in a twist. His reasons get explained and it gets confirmed that men are big fat morons.

My only gripe about this was that it started out as a revenge story (which is what hooked me to begin with) featuring an embarrassingly drunken serenade going viral but quickly morphed into Austin blogging about Thatch’s plastic surgery practice for one of her classes instead. Either storyline would have probably been a winner for me, but the abrupt bait and switch seemed a little off.

All was quickly forgiven, however, when plotline #2 took root and the romance (with a side of humor and just a smidge of drama for yo momma) took hold. I’m telling you this thing was sweeter than a Moon Pie washed down with a 20 ouncer of Mountain Dew. It most definitely served its purpose of providing me a quality filler of fluffy goodness and, despite the good doctor sporting a manbun, I still wanted to make all the sexuals with him. No disrespect to the manbun – it is one of the reasons I tune into the Housewhores of New York weekly in hopes of sneaking a peak of Carole's boyfriend Adam and his delicious manbun - I just didn’t like a doctor having one. (But I totally went and requested one of Alice Clayton’s farmhand books because yep, that’d work out just fine there.) And yes I realize he was probably supposed to look like Thor and not like a hipster, but Liam is the only Hemsworth brother for me so it still was a no-go. Lucky for me I have a bigly working brain and was able to simply ignore the hair references and focused on the DOCTOR part instead, which meant . . . . . McSteamy. Yep. That'll work!

This one gets 4 Stars and I’m pretty positive I won’t have a change of heart down the road. It was just what the doctor ordered. I mean, a tummytuck would have been nice, but this was good too.

ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you, NetGalley!

Each book just gets better and better that Rachel writes and I LOVED Austin and Thatch.

Austin thought that Thatch had changed. Everything was going so well for the two. I mean he even asked her to move in with him and then BAM - she walks in on Thatch kissing another girl and her world crumbles. Now she's out for revenge. And Thatch isn't going to know what hit him.

But as Austin enacts her revenge, her heart is still full fledged #TeamThatch. She's more confused than ever since Thatch seems to be running the hot and cold game with her. She still sees glimpses of the man she was falling in love with.

Thatch is going crazy. All he was trying to do was protect Austin in the long run. I mean a son of two cheaters is bound to do the same to the woman he loves right. But he's finding it harder each day to resist Austin - but will she run the other way when all of his secrets are revealed. Will she leave just like everyone else he's loved in his life?

I absolutely could not put this book down. I was sneaking reads at the stoplights, in the car rider line at school - while cooking (and subsequently burning) dinner. Austin is a spit fire and Thatch will make you melt.

If the title throws you off because it has the word "Cheater" in it - don't let it keep you from a great read. If you have read Rachel in the past, just know that this is her "steamiest" read yet!

Thatch is my hero! Swoonworthy right to the end, I so think this book is worth so many more stars than 5! It had me hooked from start to finish and I really wondered how it would end!
The characters are just fun, hilarious and the close friendships between them was just heartwarming and I just wanted to jump in and be among them.
This would have to be one of my absolute favourite books for 2017!
I truly believe the author could write anything and knock it out of the park!
Thatch and Austin just made the story! Their friends Lucas and Avery added their own charm and I really just didn't want it to end!!
There were some really beautiful moments, some rather sad drama but also the banter was brilliant
Loved, loved loved it!!
Read it!!

I have no idea what I just read!!

I'm going to be in the minority here and thats' ok.

I also would like to say that I love RVD's books. I enjoyed so many great hours reading her novels and falling in love with her witty, sassy and charming characters, that she will always be a go-to writer. Unfortunately Cheater's Regret didn't turn out the way I hoped.

I loved the plot. A cheater's regret - hello, sign me up for that!!!

The writing was as always superb. RVD is a seasoned writer, and her experience shone through with every word. Her dialogues were witty, funny and her characters as usual complex with a hidden heart.

I think the biggest issue I had with this book was that both Austin and Thatch felt immature and childish at times. They apparently were in a relationship - a happy one until it all broke apart. It never made sense to me why Thatch broke up with her - but the way he did it was shocking. The antics that happened afterwards made me shake my head and doubt my eyes.

I had a hard time believing any of the reasoning behind the decisions made by either character. Much of the drama could have been prevented by just talking - as always.

Even so Cheater's Regret was a disappointment it won't keep me from reading any of her other books. For me, this book was a fluke - not one I think will repeat itself.

this review will go online on May 30th 2017

Cheater's Regret is the second book in the Curious Liasons series by Rachel Van Dyken. Fans of the first book in the series will recognize Austin and Thatch, but if you haven't read the first book this one can easily be read as a standalone. I am a huge fan of RVD's, but I am always a bit skeptical when it comes to cheaters. If anyone could pull it off though, I knew it was RVD and I ended up really liking this one.

Austin Rogers thought that she had found the one that she could spend her life with, but then he cheated on her and dumped her as though she was the one in the wrong. Her new mission becomes revenge on Thatch Holloway for how he broke her heart. But when she needs help with a school project for her MBA, she knows that she needs help from Thatch as he is a plastic surgeon and will draw the interest she needs. As much as Austin is hurting, she also can't help but still want Thatch even though she knows that he will just break her heart again. Thatch had his reasons for doing what he did, knowing that it was hurt Austin and push her away from him forever. As much as he wishes things were different, he knows that he made the right choice when he still has a secret that would destroy not only Austin, but any chance they might have at a future together.

I really liked these two, even though I was worried about whether or not I would like Thatch at first. Once we got to know him more though, it was clear that there was so much more to the story. Thatch and Austin were really good together, and I really felt their connection and chemistry. My heart broke for Austin and how hurt she was by everything, especially since she had no clue what was really going on. I just wanted everything to come out and for her to finally get some answers, but I knew that Thatch was really trying to protect her in his own way. I was just hoping that everything would work out in the end and that whatever was going on wouldn't destroy their chance at something together in the future.

Overall, this was one I couldn't put down and I read it in pretty much one sitting. I felt really connected to these characters and Rachel Van Dyken has a way of telling a story that is unlike anyone else. She always has me laughing out loud and is great at delivering all the feels as well. I know that some might be scared off my the title and the fact that there was cheating involved, but turst me when I say that this is so much more than that and worth taking the chance on.

Cheaters Regret by Rachel Van Dyken

This is book two in Van Dyken's Curious Liaisons series and is about a couple we met previously: Austin and Thatch. Austin catches Thatch with his tongue down another woman's throat and then *he* has the nerve to break up with *her*. I don't think so. Once her pity party is over, she comes up with a plan that had me in fits of laughter as she administered her sweet revenge. As Thatch is a highly successful plastic surgeon - and thanks to his charming good looks, is the face of the hospital - Austin shadows him for her final assignment and hopes to get answers from him... and that's where it all begins. Again ;).

I'll be brutally honest here; I really wanted to give Austin a roundhouse kick just to wake her up! She wish she hadn't just accepted whatever it was that Thatch kept dishing out. She deserved so much better than what he was putting her through. While I loved Thatch and thought his intentions were somewhat noble (though his execution was sadly lacking) I wish he'd also just come clean dammit and 'get the girl'.

Overall, this book had me in tears: first it was from laughing, and then it was from heartache for these two. I enjoyed both books in this series although they can be read as standalones. As I said in my review for Cheater, just go in and read the book for what it is and don't look too much into it.

*arc received from NetGalley in exchange for honest review.

**Reviewed by Melinda for Joandisalovebooks Blog.

Thatch!
Oh, Thatch!
You're my hero!!
I'm so in love with Thatch I want to steal him for myself!

Now onto the important stuff!

This is probably my favorite RVD book after the Eagle Elite series. And I don't say this lightly. I've loved Lucas Thorn, and Bentley and so many more of her characters. But there is something so epic about Thatcher Holloway.

"The kiss of death." He shuddered. "Kind of has a whole new meaning now, yeah?" <--- I snorted laughing at this scene. It was so d@mn funny! And it's so much a part of Thatch. He's so great. He can laugh in the face of adversity. He loves with his whole heart and he sacrifices for those he loves.

Avery is me, you, my friends and almost every female I've known. We work so hard to take care of others and to accomplish our goals, we end up here:

'My chest was sore. Like an idiot, I rubbed it, but nothing made the heartache dissipate. Add school stress to the mis and I was an exhausted hot mess, barely able to function without sobbing my eyes out and drinking lots of coffee so I wouldn't fail at life... or my classes' <---- I live on coffee so I don't fail at life. Though I add chocolate to mix. Because I run of faith, chocolate and coffee. It's the perfect trifecta for me.

The authors words hit home in this book on so many levels. In love there are laughter and tears, there are the moments that we connect and realize this is our person. Thatch, you are my person. Even in the bicycling pants. You are my person!

4 1/2 STARS

What can I say other than Rachel delivered us with another great book.

We've all be in the position where we feel we made the correct decision only to realize later that we were wrong. In this book you will learn how Thatch's decision affected not only himself but others as well.

I will say, there was a point early one that I was sad and my heart strings were being tugged. I would definitely recommend this book.

Not all cheaters are created equal.

We met Austin and Thatch in Avery and Lucas’ story-Cheaters (Curious Liaisons) Thatch is a successful plastic surgeon up to his elbows in breasts and Austin is a student working on her MBA. What started out as a sex for fun relationship morphed into something more-right up until Austin found thatch’s lips attached to Avery’s sister.

Why did Thatch cheat? When Austin calls him on it, he shatters what was left of her heart.

And then after all the tears on my end, when I went to his apartment the next day and said I wanted to really try to make things work-he said no. and broke up with me. With Me.

Now of course we readers know that Thatch must have a reason for what he did. He misses Austin but thinks he is doing what is best for her, but why? That’s the mystery that slowly is revealed throughout the story.

I had a sinking feeling I was going to get burned. And this time, I was right. But I wasn’t just burned, I was wrecked, completely destroyed.

So being a resourceful woman, Austin vows to extract revenge on Thatch. He in turn counters with moves every time she plots another embarrassing moment. Here’s where I started to wonder how two people could act so immature. I kept thinking that Austin had no real self-esteem. She was quasi stalking Thatch-he broke up, told you it was over and a month later you are still looking for ways to stay in his life.

Maybe it was because no one had ever broken up with me before? Probably because I’d never had a serious relationship-until Thatch had given me a key.

She comes up with a master plan-one that puts her in his life on a daily basis.
But once the immature phase moved along, the story did flow for me. Secrets long concealed are exposed and there were a few angsty moments. Keeping up with Avery and Lucas is a plus-I really loved their story and they are just as adorable in this one.

I knew in that moment I would do anything for her.
Give up everything.

liked that this story took a chance and featured a cheater. so much mainstream is all the same, nice to have something different for a change

After reading and loving Cheater, I was excited to read Cheaters Regret. This is Thatch and Austin's story. I'd already written Thatch off as a cheating man whore, but it turns out all is not what it seems! There's so much more to Thatch and in this book we see all of him.

Austin had me in fits of laughter between her MoonPie and Mountain Dew obsession, and her brilliantly devious revenge plan, she's such an entertaining character. Austin also has insecurities, I think it's brilliant that the author showed this, we all have things we'd like to change or things we are insecure with.

Cheaters Regret brought so many emotions out in me one minute I was giggling and the next I was sad. There's a huge twist that I certainly didn't see coming. And of course we get to see more of Lucas and Avery from the first book. I loved every minute of it! Five stars!

This is simply the best book ever! It had me laughing and crying in between pages! I loved Austin and thatch honestly one of the best stories I've read so far where the happy ending just simply gives you the feels! Once i started reading it, I just couldn't stop! I loved it!

To be honest, I had such mixed feelings about the first story in this series, that I was a bit apprehensive about reading this one. I've read a lot by this author, so I know the kind of work she is capable of and I was not ready for another disappointing novel.

Thankfully, this one in my opinion, was much better than the first! There was the same back and forth banter between the leads that you have come to expect from Rachel Van Dyken, but without all the immaturity the first one held (even if there were a couple of times where they acted less than their respective ages). I enjoyed watching Thatch and Austin tentatively rebuild the friendship they had started, while seeing the obvious chemistry that was between them. The additional aspect of the "big secret" that was hanging over their heads only added another layer to be enjoyed. Would they be able to overcome the fallout if the truth were to be revealed?

It was fun to catch up with Lucas and Avery from the first story and see where they were in terms of their relationship. I also enjoyed how the author used the friendships between all of the characters to keep Thatch and Austin around each other even when there were times they wished to be anywhere else.

Overall, I am sure this story will appeal to those who enjoy a different take on the romantic comedy.

DISCLAIMER: I received a complimentary copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review. This has not affected my review in any way. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own.

Cheaters Regret – Rachel VanDyken
Cheater’s Regret is book two in the ‘Curious Liaisons’ Series. It is a stand-alone. As I said in my review for ‘Cheater’ the title had me….hesitating. Cheater. Do I want to read about a cheater…. The answer was yes!!! It was fun and not at all what I was expecting!
Cheater’s Regret was fun and flirty. In ‘Cheaters’ we are introduced to Thatch Holloway and Austin Rogers. Thatch is a hot, successful plastic surgeon. And he has a secret. Austin is the smart and funny daughter of a politician. Together, they are best friends with Avery & Lucas. Thatch and Austin hit it off immediately and have a hot, steamy, fun relationship. Until they don’t….
Everything was perfect.
And then it just. Wasn’t.
Thatch is caught “cheating” on Austin and she is devastated. Austin needs closure to move on. Thatch is still tight lipped about why he broke her heart. Austin and Avery set out to do what every red blooded women would do….seek revenge! Avery gets a list of all of Thatch’s fears and in a hilarious scene makes one of the many come to life.
The story continues with lots of ups and downs. Austin gives up her plan of revenge in exchange for Thatch’s help on her MBA project. She is hoping to finally gain her closure. What follows is a funny, clever and sometimes confusing road.
I enjoyed the story. Austin is smart, funny and vulnerable. Thatch is Thatch, at first. But then you get those layers and layers of him. His kindness and his loyalty is under all of that “stuff”.
It was good catching up with Lucas and Avery as they have quite a bit of involvement in the beginning of the story.
In the end, Thatch & Austin have more in common than expected. The story is funny, especially at the end.
“This isn’t real life!”
“Actually, it is.”
“Life is messy. It’s chaotic. And I hardly doubt you want perfect. I mean, have you ever seen a picket fence? You have to paint that shit!”

Austin Rogers thought things in her personal life couldn't be more perfect, then in one fell swoop she lost it all, she never expected to find her boyfriend locking lips with another woman, but she did, and now she is certain the only thing that will ease the pain is to get even!! She knows getting revenge isn't the most mature avenue to take, but it is the level she has stooped to, and in the end she will have the closure she needs to move on and let him go. So her plot to exact revenge ensues, unfortunately for her Thatch decides to retaliate with a little revenge of his own... and now letting him go just got a whole lot harder!!

Thatch Holloway has it all, well almost it all, he has the good looks, good job, but he is missing the love of a good woman... and he has no one to blame but himself. He had her, then things in their relationship got a little too close to permanent, and he got this bright idea to cheat, in hopes of that it would help her decide it was time to move on. He knew the moment it happened it was the wrong approach to his situation, but he just didn't have the heart to break it off with her, and thought this way would be better... but he couldn't have been more wrong! Now not only is he dealing with a broken heart of his own, but he is also dealing with her trying to exact revenge on him... and it is working perfectly! He attempts to retaliate but it doesn't quite go as planned, because instead of saying goodbye once and for all, he wants to fix what he broke... problem is she wants nothing to do with him!!

The moment I cracked the cover on this one, these two pulled me into their world and had me hooked, and left me anxious to see if they would find their way back to one another. Their antics had me laughing, smiling, and swooning the whole way through... they were quite the pair! Overall this was a very entertaining read, it had the makings of a perfect romance story, and it was unlike anything I have read yet!! The characters were well crafted, had great chemistry, and I thoroughly enjoyed every minute I spent with them!! Highly recommend this one, it is sure to check off all your romance reading must haves, and leave you with a happy heart!!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this title.