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Kiss The Girl is the third and final book in The Naughty Princess Club series by Tara Sivec. The whole series and especially this story is such a fun take on Disney Princesses. I will say they are all generally very campy but what do you expect with Princesses portrayed as strippers. LOL

Ariel and Eric is an enemies to lovers story that had me laughing out loud the whole way through. If you are in the mood for a fun silly book with a great romance at the heart of it definitely go with Kiss The Girl.

Personally, I would recommend reading the series in order since each is a fun story and they do overlap. You could read each as a standalone but together they make up a fun larger story of these three women coming into their own. 

4.5 Stars
~miranda

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Ariel Waters is a loud mouth divorcée who’s not afraid to tell people off or to get on people’s faces as needed. When she loses her home and what’s left of her antiques store, infuriating Eric Sailor will come to her rescue and give her a place to stay until the blooming business she started with her two besties helps her pay for a new place.
I really enjoyed this book. I loved the story as well as Ariel and her sass and Eric’s charming disposition from the very beginning. As maddening as Ariel thinks he is, Eric is exactly what the doctor ordered and he’ll spend his time pushing the right buttons to keep her going.
Ariel’s journey to find what she thought lost during her marriage is one many women have gone through and Ms. Sivec found a hilarious yet heartfelt way to bring it up in this story. She has most definitely found the formula to turn our mothers’ fairy tales into empowerment stories for ourselves and our daughters.

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This book gives you all the feels......I loved it. The adult fairy tale is amazing and I think Ariel and Eric are my favorite. Ariel is the leader of the naughty princess club but she has problems, in walks Eric to save the day. Sooo good!!!!!!
The back and forth between these two is so funny......you will spen all your time laughing at the name dropping.

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What a great way to wrap up this series! I have been waiting for Ariel's book from the moment I met her in At the Stroke of Midnight. I knew that her book would have the most laughs and craziest moments thanks to her sassy, take no prisoners attitude. Though this is the 3rd book in The Naughty Princess Club, it can be read as a standalone. I do feel that readers will enjoy this one most though if they have read the previous books, since Ariel can be an acquired taste for some.

The enemies to lovers trope isn't always my favorite, but I loved how Tara Sivec did it this time around. I was very pleasantly surprised by Eric throughout this book. Seeing another side to both Ariel and Eric was wonderful. Up to this point, Ariel (and her interactions with Eric) have always been comic relief in this series, so it was nice to finally know her motivations and see this more vulnerable side to her. The trip to the flea market as well as the scene at the storage unit at the end were so sweet and funny. Yes, Ariel is pretty brash and curses like a Sailor (pun intended!), but I felt like her insecurities and fears were the most relatable of all the heroines in this series. Throw in some amazingly hilarious secondary characters and this was romcom gold! I especially loved Ariel's father, Mr. Triton, and Eric's cat, Derrick Alfredo.

I'm always impressed by the author's ability to weave in connections and nods to the original fairy tales and I thought the tie-ins were fantastic additions to the story. Yes, the drama was a bit predictable, but I felt that the overall message of believing in yourself and bolstering/helping others rise was so important. Building others up, instead of using that energy to tear each other down, is a huge theme in this series and it really came full circle in this book. The epilogue especially left me with a HUGE smile on my face and I really couldn't have asked for a better way to close this series!

*I voluntarily read an advance reader copy of this book*

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If you are a romance novel fan, I would recommend checking out this series. It has definitely convinced me to go back and read the other two. Like I mentioned before, it’s a romance novel so it follows a bit of a formula and is on the steamy side. But, this novel adds a sense of humor that I don’t often find in romance novels and I greatly appreciated it. I flew through it in under 24 hours and would gladly fly through it again!

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Kiss the Girl is the third book in the Naughty Princess Club trilogy by Tara Sivec. It can be read as a standalone but each book is hilarious and worth reading!

Ariel Waters is my favorite character from the series, and I was so excited for her happily ever after! She swears like a sailor, is not a people person, independant,  and is protective of her friends. After she hits rock bottom they try to help her gain back her self-esteem but she keeps getting knocked down. Eric Sailor is freaking adorable! He's swoon worthy with his sexy smirk and dimples. He knows exactly what to say to keep Ariel from feeling sad and over whelmed. His snarky comments and playful banter keep her mind off her problems. He also subtly helps her gain confidence and see her own beauty and self-worth.

No one writes romantic comedies like Tara Sivec, and she is the first author I think of when it comes to the genre. The antics the woman of the Naughty Princess Club are down right hysterical and will have you laughing out loud.

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Ariel comes across as a feisty, take no prisoners type of a person. But no one knows the kind of insecurities she is dealing with courtesy her ex husband.
When the bank forecloses her house, she is forced to stay on Eric’s boat.
Eric is a rich, handsome and sweet guy who has been besotted by Ariel ever since he met her. But he knows sweet is required to win her over. He meets her sassy attitude head on and I just loved their banter. It was hilarious. And their chemistry was melt the clothes off you hot. At the start I found Ariels profanity a little to much but as you get to know her, you realize it’s just a coverup.
I loved reading this book. I haven’t read the previous ones in the series and they are definitely going on my TBR list.

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➳ Rate: 3,5 / 5 stars

My first Tara Sivec book and honestly I am little disappointed. I mean the story was cute and sweet. Eric was hot, the plot was good too. But this being a romcom and having heard such good things about Tara and her books, I was expecting some laugh out loud moments and I got nix, nothing, nada. I mean some of the situations Ariel found herself in were funny but she was so agressive, everything felt forced most of the time. Honestly idk I just didn't feel it.

I really liked Eric though and the feminist part of the plot. And I loved that we got epilogues for each of the couples, this being the final book that was awesome (even if I didn't read the other two books in the series). I appreciated that. I also really enjoyed when a new character popped up named after Disney story, it was fun to see the similarities.

Kiss the Girl was a good book, it was sweet and angsty even. The characters were likable just like the plot but it honestly was not as good as I had expected. That in no way means that this book might not be the perfect book for you. So check it out.

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Ariel is the feisty, sassy leader of The Naughty Princess Club who claims she will never fall in love again after being screwed over by her ex husband. Eric is the rich boat owner who loves to poke Ariel's buttons to watch her react.

Ariel and Eric have that friend/enemy vibe going on, which leads to some priceless lines and banter between the two that just makes you laugh out loud. You can't help but love these two. The fact that Eric feels the need to piss Ariel off just because he doesn't like to see her sad is great.

I loved Ariel, but then again who doesn't love a feisty red head who has a mouth on her? Not only that, she is real. She married young and didn't have the greatest marriage, she was trapped in a horrible situation and she lost herself. Watching her find herself again with a little push from Eric was great.

As always though Cindy, Belle and Ariel are three people I would love to spend a lot of time with because it was be full of crazy facts and laughs.

This is a perfect book to read if you are looking for a funny, sweet, sexy romance!

****ARC provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for a review****

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I adore Tara and this book is no exception, I loved aerial her potty mouth, her no shit attitude and the witty banter she has with her friends and Eric ! Makes a great Rom com the unique twist on a certain princess is brilliant with all the characters you’d expect to see

The fact that there is an element of angst to this book with the anguish serial feels for her past and how she and her friends decipher her needs is great

A brilliant read, left me with a smile on my face x

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4.5 Hilarious!

The Naughty Princess Club gals are a hoot. While this story revolves around Ariel an Eric, who provide plenty of laughs, the other club gals and their significant others from the previous books are present as well.

Without spoiling anything all I'm going to say is there are GOATS! In typical Sivec fashion, the dialog and antics had me splitting a gut at times.

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A romantic comedy I would say, worth 3.5 star for me. The naughty princess club is about 3 girls who happen to be stripper... but somehow fall in love. This should be the third book of the series, but can be read as a standalone. Ariel was dumped by her ex-husband and after she hates man, until Eric appears she starts to fall a little a little more each time. I guess reading the first 2 book will be better, to understand about her 2 other friends Cindy and Belle.

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I tried. I really did, but the over the top Disney references (Ariel Waters is divorced from a French man named Sebastion, finds a new love with Eric Sailor whose mean mother is named Ursula. Oh and Ariel's dad is names C. King) were too much. Probably my fault for not being more aware of what I was downloading.

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4.5 stars!

This book was so cute; it made me laugh and smile the whole time. I loved Ariel and Eric's relationship!

I knew after getting to know Ariel that she would not be easy to break, but deep down she has a soft heart. Eric and Ariel's banter and sexual tension were written very wittily, (of course it's Tara) and the chemistry was HOT!

I loved how Eric was this rich man that got everything he always wanted just handed to him until he met Ariel. She gave him a run for his money, but he still pursued her relentlessly.

"I took one look at you, and I knew for the first time in my life that I'd have to work my fucking ass off. And it would be worth every mouthy moment from you."

Tara tied this original fairy tale into such a great book, and let's not forget Ursula. I love how she spun that story.

This was a quick, easy read that was incredibly enjoyable.

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I really struggled to get into this book at first. The language was quite off-putting, and I probably talk like that in real life. I'm just not used to reading it. It was a cheesy romp, but sometimes that is necessary. The Disney connection was quite worn out by the end of the book, to me. Very heavy handed, which is the branding so I understand.

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I love this story! I laughed and fell in love with Eric and Ariel, I haven’t read the other in the series, but now I am definitely going to. It was amazing, swoony and hot. Ariel`s dirty mouth got me cracking through the whole story. Tara Sivec just got herself a 5 star review because I can’t give it more!

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Ariel Waters has been struggling to stay afloat with her ex-husband wringing alimony payments out of her. And now, time has run out on her financial problems and she is forced to leave everything she owns behind. Without a place to stay, the last man she wants to rescue her isn't going to keep standing aside any longer...

Eric Sailor has wanted Ariel since the first moment he laid eyes on her. Stepping in to help when she is at her lowest, he is uniquely insightful into what Ariel really needs... 

The Naughty Princess Club is highly successful, but when one of it's owners still hasn't taken the stage, it's all hands on deck to help Ariel shine through as only she can...

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I absolutely loved the Naughty Princess Club series, it was incredibly sexy and empowering, and featured three women who couldn't be any more different from each other. With their unlikely friendship, they will steal their way into your hearts one strip tease at a time...

Ariel has always been the outspoken and confident one, and not only is she super high strung, but she has a low self-confidence we never would have seen coming. While she has her reasons for not yet taking the stage and show the world her mad stripper skillz, Ariel is determined to work past her hang ups and show the world what she's made of... 

Eric comes from money and has never had to work too hard for anything in his life... until Ariel. Helping her heal after her damaging marriage, and showing her that not all men are like her scumbag ex, Eric is playing the long game to win Ariel; heart and soul... with lot's of hot sex in there, too.

Eric was such a sweet and thoughtful character, and the perfect match for the sassy Ariel. I loved his ability to get her fighting back with just a few words, and his seemingly effortless method of bringing her confidence back and stronger than ever.

While Ariel was one of my favorite characters in the series, I felt a little disappointed in her story. She was still as fun and outspoken as always, but it felt as if her character was a little too much all over the place with her problems and insecurities. 

With Ariel's story, the continuation of Cindy and Belle's happily ever afters and an epilogue that is guaranteed to put a smile on your face, this book wrapped up this unforgettable series beautifully, and is not to be missed. 

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

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ARC received via Netgalley for an honest review

I have loved all the stories in the Naughty Princesses series, however I feel that Ms Sivec has definitely left the best till last with Kiss The Girl.

I have been impatiently waiting for Ariel's story since the minute she knocked on Cindy's door back in book one, and Ms Sivec has definitely not disappointed.

I am pretty sure that if she was real, Ariel and I would be the best of friends. I am not sure who swears more, her or me lol. We would need to count to check that one out!

I loved Ariel and Eric together, and needed them to fight their way to their HEA. And what fun that fighting was - fighting is foreplay they say!

I loved getting more of Charming and Cindy, and Belle and Vincent - I have to say, Belle really has turned into a dirty little minx hahaha

I laughed, I cried, and I go oh so angry whilst reading this book. I couldn't put it down and was up reading till 2am to finish it.

I am going to miss these girls, but I can't wait to see what Ms Sivec brings us next.


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I was super excited to read an ARC e-copy of Kiss the Girl. I loved the first two books in this series and had high hopes going into this book. The story did not disappoint at all! I loved every minute of reading this book!

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Ahhhh, you guys we finally have the most anticipated book 🙊!! Kiss the Girl is the final book in Tara Sivec's, The Naughty Princess Club series ❤. Ariel and Eric get their own story and we get a front row seat to the craziness as it unfolds!

The Little Mermaid happens to be a 2nd favorite story/movie of mine. I mean hello, who doesn't want to be a mermaid like Ariel #sigh. This modern retelling of the beloved story had all the fun, sexiness, and adventure you'll find yourself longing for.

Ariel Waters became my favorite from the very beginning of the series. She was sassy, feisty, charming, funny, and crazy lol. Though she is crazy in this book, I felt like she lost a bit of her fire and of herself and that's what I originally loved about her from the other books. When we learn her story, her insecurities come into the picture and she becomes meek when confronting her ex... But then Eric Sailor comes in, bulldozing down her walls and helps build her confidence back up 😍. Now, don't get me wrong, I absolutely adored watching Ariel fall in love like her other gals, but what I did not like seeing was her be depressed and down. Her spark ultimately went out when it was her time to shine.

Those things aside, I loved this story. Add in new characters and the squad and you get an epic romcom! This may not have been a favorite, but it still had me rolling with laughter and ended with a sweet epilogue. I definitely recommend this book to everyone who loves a good laugh, angst, and sexy moments 💚 Ugh, I'm going to miss these beloved characters.

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