Maya and Dex have a complicated history. Back in high school, Dex blackmailed Maya to get her to go to prom with him. Which, of course, was a problem for Maya. Fast-forward 12 years later and Dex is back in town and Maya has never forgotten his manipulation. Except, Dex has always held a spot in Maya's heart, whether she admits it or not and Maya has been the only one for Dex. Now that he's back in Bend, it's time for them to stop avoiding each other. Let the games begin!

Served Hot is a steamy story filled with great characters and a lot of sex. The chemistry between Maya and Dex is off the charts, believable, and rolls between them in waves. Unfortunately, the past history rears its ugly head, mostly in the form of Selena Thorpe, and Maya jumps to incorrect conclusions. Dex and Maya's story is about lost love, redemption, and facing your past before you can live in the present, or look forward to the future. Maya has baggage and Served Hot forces her to face her past head-on. Emotional is an understatement about this book.

All of the characters from book 1 are back. Ann and Riley are supportive of Maya but don't hesitate to call her out when necessary. Jack and Anson fulfill their roles, as necessary. All 6 characters are likable and written well. Another great story in the Best Revenge trilogy.

2.5 Stars

Dexter Black is blackmailing Maya Werner... into dating him. Loving her from afar since high school, now that he is back in his hometown to stay, he decides that it is finally time for him to get Maya to realize just how great they could be together... and not just in bed.

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Served Hot had a really great plot concept and it more than delivered with the extremely hot sex. Two groups of friends that are slowly all hooking up with each other is usually a solid hit in the romance genre, but my investment with all of these characters is sadly, just not there. 

Maya has some lasting issues from her childhood which result in a complete aversion to all long term relationships. While she is a successful and confident woman, she is really hiding some deep rooted self esteem issues. 

Dex has always been interested in Maya, and now that he has traveled and done everything he wanted to achieve with his single years, he is ready to settle down with the woman he loves. 

I found Dex SUPER controlling... and not in a sexy way. Although he does that too, and at that point I would say it works a whole lot more. There was just something in the way that he spoke to Maya, insinuating that she had no control over herself, etc that really rubbed me the wrong way. 

While I like the concept of these two groups of friends, I ultimately feel like the friendships are slightly forced. And at one point, one of the dudes threatens Maya, which just seriously just crosses a line.

I received a complimentary copy of this book for my honest and unbiased review.

Blackmail leads to blackmail which leads to love. What's not to like? Served Hot is a sexy, funny second chance romance and you won't be disappointed.

Maya and Dex are really engaging characters, it has a great story and I will be reading more!

Served Hot is sexy, but its emotional connection isn't nearly as strong as the physical one.

Maya and two of her friends got together and decided to serve up some revenge, or at the very least, get some closure, on men who had wronged them. Maya wants vengeance (light) on Dex, the sweet but nerdy guy who blackmailed her into going to prom with him years ago. Now 12 years later, Dex is all grown up and has once again blackmailed her for a date, a series of dates actually. He's not a nerdy geek any longer, though, no, he's a hot muscular photographer and Maya has plans for the blackmailer that involve lots of steam between the sheets. After all, that's all men are good for as far as Maya is concerned, even the sweet ones like Dex.

I wanted to love Served Hot - the premise sounded exciting, and a good revenge tale is always my thing, if done right. Here, though, the revenge is very light, almost nonexistent, and I didn't really feel the intensity between Dex and Maya. I felt bad for Maya once I found out why she is so guarded and downright mean, and I adored Dex, but I just couldn't help but feel let down by Served Hot. Yes, it was pretty hot, but the emotional connection was lacking for me, and I never warmed up to Maya, even after I found out what had made her so prickly.

I do like that Maya is biracial (half Native American) and that it was a focal point in forming Maya's insecurities, and I felt for her badly. Racism is a touchy subject at best, and here in Served Hot, it was dealt with in a fairly deft manner. I just wish Maya hadn't been quite so guarded, because in coupling her with such an overtly sweet guy like Dex, it was hard for me to see them lasting because she was so emotionally distant about everything.

Still, Served Hot is set in an interesting world, what with the three friends and the men they want vengeance on, and I'm looking forward to Anson and Riley's story, Served Sweet, and Ann and Jack's tale, Served Cold.

The second installment of this series was on par with the first. It was again a good, quick, standard romance with likable characters and some hot scenes.

So we have same groups of girls still plotting out their own revenger..and this book we get Maya and Dexter, Dexter had blackmailed Maya in high school and it looks like he is doing it again..funny banter my friends..Enjoy!

Served Hot is the second story in the best revenge series. This is Maya and Dex's story. Maya and Dex knew each other in High School when Dex who was a real geek blackmailed Maya into going to the prom with him. Although she never admitted that she had a good time with him. Now all grown up and Extremely attractive he is back in town and blackmailing her all over again.

Dex has had it bad for Maya all these years and if it takes blackmailing her for her to realize it then he is going to do what he has to do. Can Maya get over her fear of abandonment and commitment to make this into something? Great characters and a wonderful read.

Served Hot is the second story in the best revenge series and I am just loving these books.This is Maya and Dex's story I just loved this two they were fantastic characters and I found myself laughing at these two quite a lot.These two knew each other in High School when Dex who was a real geek blackmailed Maya into going to the prom she never admitted that she had quite a good time with him.Now all grown up and a total hottie he is back in town and he is there for her even if it means blackmailing her all over again.This was a fantastic read I could not put it down.

Love love this book. This whole series is amazing. I love the revenge them in this story but love overcomes it all with funny and sexy results.

4 Stars

Served Hot is the second title in the Best Revenge series.

Maya hides a vulnerability and abandonment issues behind a brash, feisty, confrontational, touch exterior.

Dex is a sweet, kind, fun and determined man, who knows what he wants and isn't afraid to go after it. A former geek, and marine, who grew into his rock hard, sexy body.

This pair are entertaining, their banter is antagonistic, flirtatious, argumentative, fun and full of wit and playful humor.

Overall this is a steamy, passionate, sensual and erotic romance with flawed, yet engaging characters.

Title: Served Hot
Series: Best Revenge Book #2
Stand Alone Title: yes
Author: Marie Harte
Genre: Romance
Blurb: One little lie, one huge grudge, and one picture-perfect plan for revenge…

Blackmailed into a prom date by the cute but geeky Dexter Black twelve years ago, Maya Werner shocked herself by having a good time. For a strong-willed, hot-tempered artist who’s used to having the upper hand, that’s never sat well with her.

At weekly wine night with her friends, Maya finds herself pledging to get revenge on the men who’ve done her wrong—starting with Dex. Except the Marine Corps transformed the nerd into a hot, sexy guy with the audacity to blackmail her again. This time into a few dates.

Dex is back in town with one goal in mind: to win the girl of his dreams. But he knows how she operates. His strategy? Keep her off balance by running hot and cold until she melts into the passion between them.

When a misunderstanding stokes old hurts, Maya backs away when she should stand her ground. But Dex has a contingency plan: pour on the charm with both barrels, until he has his own form of revenge—loving Maya, forever.

Warning: Blackmailing a stubborn, hot-tempered artist into bed, and an ex-Marine who has a penchant for taking pictures. Yeah, those kinds of pictures.
Favorite quotes: “There’s hitting, and there’s hitting.” He licked his lips, his gaze on her mouth. His sly grin had her backing up even more in the tub. She shivered at the cool air hitting her wet skin. “I’d love to hit that mouth with my own. Lick my way down your body.”
Thoughts: “Against all odds,” Jack continued. “May you not find yourself castrated, crying, and broken when she’s through with you.” – With that being said, I will just say, I LOVED Maya’s character – she is definitely what would be considered a ball buster! She brash, honest, and tells it like it is…and has no qualms about it. Yet she also has layers, and her character did not come off as unlikeable at all. I adored her. I also loved Dex….I love a male character that knows what he wants and goes after it, and Dex has loved Maya for years. And, boy, does he have his hands full trying to subtly win his way to Maya’s heart – all along knowing he has tons of bramble bushes and baggage to work his way through to get there.
Really, you couldn’t get a better book than this. Occasionally, Dex would be a little overly…smutty, I guess….in something he said, but that’s Marie Harte’s writing style. She pushes the boundary in this area without tipping it over into pure smut, while maintaining that element of erotica in there. It’s not a problem or critique, it just may not be for everyone. Even if I did have an issue with this, I’m sorry but Harte’s writing style and storyline are so good I’d read it anyway!
We also have some side characters who I wouldn’t mind getting to know a little bit more, though it is easily read as stand alone.
All around, this was just a perfect read for me! Excellent book by Marie Harte.
Rating: A

Maya struggles with abandonment issues and refuses to allow herself to get attached to anyone other than her best friends Riley and Ann. maya’s mom had abandoned her several times then passed away, All three women had been hurt or irritated by someone and and the three women had come up with a plan to get revenge on said man To this day Maya was irked that Dex had one uped her by blackmailing her into being his prom date. . But before Maya gets a chance Dex blackmails Maya and gets ten dates and no sex. Dex decides he will get Maya addicted to his ways by not giving her what she wants. Dex knows Maya is prickly and skittery so he acts low key and laid back so there’s no pressure. But Maya ad Dex aren’t afraid to show each other who they are. Dex makes himself take risks it’s not natural to him and he works toward goals. Everytime Maya threw insults at Dex he throws them back. Dex had a thing for Maya back in HS and a geeky Dex had blackmailed Maya into going to prom with him and she actually enjoyed himself. Maya is used to being in charge There is a strong chemistry between Maya and Dex. Once Dex slept with Maya he wanted to share all his fantasies with her. Especially since Maya is used to being in charge. Dex is no longer that geeky boy the Marines had a way of changing that and letting him hone himself.
I enjoyed this book a lot. I liked the pace and the plot. And this even made me laugh out loud which is always good. I liked the dual POVs shown in this book. I felt this was fairly realistic. I love how Maya and Dex bring the beat out in each other. I loved Maya and Dex together . this kept my attention and I didn’t want to put it down.I really loved the friendship between Maya, Ann and Riley. I loved the characters and the ins and outs of this book and I recommend. I wish I could rate this 4.5.

Dexter Black has arrived back in town with a mission... to win the heart of the woman who captured his back in high school. Only problem is that back then she didn't know him as anything more than the geeky boy who tricked her into being his date for prom.. but things have changed, and he is not that boy anymore. The man he has grown into has an arsenal of skills he honed in the Marine Corps., and he isn't afraid to use every last one of them to complete the mission!

Anytime Dexter Black is mentioned Maya Werner she thinks of the geeky high school boy who blackmailed her into being his prom date. And while she had a little fun, she has never forgotten someone getting one up on her, it irks her still to this day, and she'd love to exact a little revenge... if only she had the chance!

Served Hot is a very sexy and captivating story that will satisfy all your reading needs and leave you tempted to learn more about the other characters in this series! From the moment I started this one it had me hooked, there is nothing like a scorned woman looking for a little revenge, and a dedicated man determined to win the heart of the woman he loves... translation serious fireworks!! Loved this one, it had heat, humor, sass, and a whole of lot heart! Highly recommend you get your hands on this one, you will not be disappointed with what you find!

I liked this book more than book one. Maya and Dex are such a good couple. Maya is tough as nails and Dex was the perfect man to break down that exterior.

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4.5 Stars Fabulous characters, awesome interaction and a great storyline. I loved Served Hot and definitely recommend if you haven’t read it yet, you go grab your copy. I look forward to reading Riley’s story next.

4.5 Stars!

Maya is a tough customer. Normally I would have a hard time with how much of a chip a heroine has on her shoulder, but Dex was her perfect match. Every time she threw insults, he came right back at her in such a fun way that had me smiling just as big as he had her smiling in the book.

I'm gonna be honest here and tell you that Dex is what this book is all about for me. He's a geek turned ex-marine. He's funny, laid back and can turn on the control in the bedroom in the blink of an eye. He's had a thing for Maya since high school. He moves back home for her and proceeds to blackmail his way into her life and pretty much forces her to love him. He not only earned her love, he earned mine as well.

This was a great banter story. It was entertaining and I just love when a couple has this quality in their relationship. ARC provided by NetGalley.

Authentic, realistic and lovable. Served Hot has two of the most well written characters, I've come across. Maya is a pistol. She is not afraid to be who she is. Even in the most emotional moments of her life. She takes life in all of it's glory and pain and makes it her greatest achievement. I love that about her. Dex is the opposite. He knows what he wants, but has to make himself take risks and work toward his goal. They bring out the best in each other, despite the fiasco of how they began. Served Hot is my favorite Marie Harte novels. She dares to speak a truth that we all know, but fail to acknowledge. Love is not about perfection. It's about accepting the flaws they make us who we are and looking beyond them.

Served Hot is the second story in the best revenge series, having read book 1 and 3 and thoroughly enjoying them this book had a lot to live up to, I needn't have worried..it did!
This time it's Maya and Dex's turn to take centre stage, in high school when just skinny nerd Dec blackmailed Maya into going to the prom with him and although she'd never admit it she had a really good time. Dec has now returned to his home town, tall handsome and totally hot, determined to have a future with Maya he resorts to blackmailing her again, their relationship develops despite Maya's abandonment issues.
Very funny at times and yet another good read from this author.
My thanks to net galley and publisher for opportunity to review this book honestly.