Title: Once Upon a Bad Boy
Author: Melonie Johnson
Genre: Romance
Rating: 4 out of 5

Sadie Johnson has a reputation as a spoiled rich girl with connections, not talent. She just won a role in a blockbuster movie and can’t wait to prove to the world that she really does have what it takes. Until she sees stunt coordination Bo Ibarra, who broke her heart ten years ago.

Bo is determined to prove himself on this movie, but he’s not prepared for the distraction Sadie proves to be. He wants to put the past behind them and move forward, but when a secret from the past comes to light, he’s not sure it’s even worth the risk.

I’ve really enjoyed the Sometimes in Love series, and this book is no different. It’s great seeing familiar characters from the other books, as well as getting to know background characters from those books now front and center. I love stories with a past, and this read is no exception, as secrets from Sadie and Bo’s past threaten to destroy everything.

Melonie Johnson is the author of the Sometimes in Love series. Once Upon a Bad Boy is her newest novel.

(Galley courtesy of St. Martin’s Press via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.)

I absolutely love the A Sometimes in Love series by Melonie Johnson! I fell in love with Sadie and Bo’s story from the get-go and it never let me go. I don’t know about you, but I also have that one person from my past, my first love, that has never truly left my heart. Sometimes I wonder what would happen if I were to run into that person again. Sadie not only gets the chance to run into Bo again, but he ends up being the stunt coordinator on the movie which is her biggest role yet!

I loved the wit, the emotional tugs, the hot and steaminess, the romance, just everything about it. Melonie beautifully intertwines all the emotions and gives us a delightful, heartwarming, second-chance romance you will want to add to your must-read-again collection.

I enjoyed this book, I didn’t love it as much as the first two. This second chance romance was lacking some of the romance from the first two books in this series for me. For me the back story wasn't developed enough for me. The characters did have a great chemistry. I really hated that they just fell into bed so quickly and didn't talk about their past until much later. Melonie Johnson is becoming a favorite new author for me and will certainly be picking up her next book in the series. 3 1/2 stars

This is a newish author for me and I really enjoyed how this was written, it captured my interest and kept it, the characters Bo and Sadie are not strangers but cam what they had years ago help or hinder.

I received a copy from Netgalley and I am voluntarily leaving my own honest opinion.

Once Upon a Bad Boy is a second chance romance and the third book in the Sometimes in Love series by Melonie Johnson.

I absolutely love second chance romances. They are one of my favorite tropes. There's just something so heartwarming about seeing people work through their differences/issues and finding their HEA in the end.

Which brings me to Once Upon a Bad Boy. Sadie Gold has landed the role of a lifetime and the man in charge of preparing her for the role is her first real boyfriend, Bo Ibarra.

The chemistry still sizzles between them, but can they overcome the issues that broke them up the first time?

I really enjoyed this book. It was a good balance of cute and romantic with some heavier moments. The supporting cast is great and it was nice to catch up with the couples from the previous books. Looking forward to the next in the series.

ARC provided by NetGalley and SMP in exchange for an honest review.

There are some aspects in this book that hits me. And i truly appreciate the way the events was written.

The story keeps you on your toes. Makes you think what could it be...and when you read that part you realize why Sadie did it. It took me a while, then I remember her family, how she was treated...and i guess what she did was better.

Sexy & Hot! Loved this sexy, romantic, witty and heartbreaking romance. I love this series. It was a fantastic mix of everything I adore in a story, heart, humor, and heat. These girlfriends and their connections also add so much to these stories. I cant wait for the next one.

Sadie Gold has finally landed the role of a lifetime. She has been training hard to be a action hero in what is sure to be a hit. Until she finds out that her childhood sweetheart is the stunt coordinator.

This is Bo Ibarra’s chance to show his partner he is ready to take over Windy City Stunts by himself. But when he hears Sadie’s voice for the first time at the table read all he feels is Hope.

This story is filled with humor, heart, emotion and sizzling heat, drama, an excellent love story and sexy times. Just when I think this series cant get any better, Melonie Johnson ups her game and does it again It really has it all. Loved every minute! And so will you!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I really enjoyed Sadie and Bo's story. A second chance romance where two people meet again and find the feelings they had for one another have never really gone is so sweet. Bo had his reasons when he left all those years ago and since growing up Sadie has come to realize and accept them. This was a very entertaining story. At times you will find yourself crying for them, laughing and swooning. The chemistry between them is steamy. I really liked the story line. The author did a wonderful job. I loved the HEA.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

Sadie and Bo were in love once upon a time, now years later, they are working on the same movie. She is the lead star and he is in charge of making sure the stunts don't hurt anyone. He left for valid reasons, which she still doesn't know. He has never stopped loving her, nor she him, but they have to figure out if what they had can be salvaged or if they are truly over.
Heritage and upbringing plays a huge part in this book and some of the things she does upset me, even if I understood her actions. She truly has a heart of gold and he has always wanted a second chance. The third book in this series did not disappoint and I look forward to reading more in this series.
Great characters, tough topics, wonderful backstory and great references to movies/characters are always important. Each book in this series had parts that either seemed to move slowly or too fast, but it didn't deter me from enjoying the story. I received an ARC in exchange for an honest, voluntary review.

The Sometimes in Love series follows five close friends - Cassie, Bonnie, Sadie, Ana and Delaney - and their romantic escapades. I recently read Bonnie's story, which was Book 2 and enjoyed it. Once Upon a Bad Boy is Book 3 in the series, and I enjoyed it even more than the one before. This story focuses on Sadie and what happens when her childhood boyfriend reenters her life. Can they move beyond the past and the secrets to have a second chance at love? 

This story was entertaining, humorous, touching and quite steamy at times. I enjoyed the relationship Sadie has with her grandmother, as that is something I can relate to in my own life. I also laughed pretty hard when Sadie's co-star, Ryan, talks about being afraid of bananas. The supporting characters, such as Sadie's girlfriends, Bo's family, and the cast/crew of the movie Sadie is starring in, may not have added much to the romantic story of Sadie and Bo, but those characters added some more excitement to the story and helped you get to know Sadie and Bo a bit better.

It was a very enjoyable read! I will definitely read the next book in the series when it comes out!

Once Upon a Bad Boy is book three in the series and is Sadie's book! It's a second chance romance, which is one of my favorites. I enjoyed reading it. I loved Sadie and Bo. They had great chemistry and were perfect for each other!

Once Upon a Bad Boy is the third book in the Sometimes in Love series. A good second chance romance and a fitting addition to this series. I enjoyed the story and the character dynamics and will be looking to read more by this author.

Once Upon a Bad Boy by Melonie Johnson is the 3rd book in the Sometimes in Love series, and my first book by this author. Sadie Gold grew up rich and privileged, and Bo Ibarra grew up poor. Every summer growing up Sadie would visit her grandmother, and hang out with Bo. Bo's father was the overseer of grandma's land and ranch. On the night of Homecoming, Bo broke up with Summer, breaking her heart. Years later the couple meet again, Summer is an actress who is about to star in a major movie, and Bo is the stunt coordinator for the film. What happens when the two meet again, and secrets are about to be exposed. I really enjoyed this romance, and will be reading more books by this author. I recommend this book, for all the people who enjoy a steamy romance.

I reviewed an arc from Netgalley and St. Martin's Press. Thank you.

I was so excited to read Sadie’s story. She has such a tumultuous past relationship with Bo. It’s hard to think about them working thru their troubles to be together. But Melonie Johnson doesn’t disappoint with emotion and secrets. This is a great addition to the Sometimes in Love series. 5 stars!

Another unique and entertaining book by Melonie Johnson. Sadie is on the brink of finally seeing her dream of being a movie star come true when Fate throws her a curveball. She finds out that the movie stunt coordinator is Bo, her first and only true love. Now Sadie must not only deal with the pressure of proving herself a good and worthy movie actor, but she is also going to have to come to terms with her past relationship with Bo and a possible future with him.

Bo, has never forgotten Sadie and has kept track of her in the 11 years that they have been apart. Although he broke up with her and said that he never wanted to see her again, Bo is surprised to learn that Sadie never once kept tabs on him. As they begin working closely together on the film, memories bombard them and they soon rekindle their romance, but for them to make a future together they will have to come to terms with their past. I encourage you to read and see if Bo and Sadie can find their HEA.

It was fun reading this book and revisiting the girls from the first two books in this series. I am hoping that the other girls will get to have their stories told, also.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Sadie Gold is finally starring in a movie that could be her big break and she is really training hard for the challenging role. Imagine her surprise when she finds out that the stunt coordinator is none other than Bo Ibarra, her first love and the man who still owns her heart.

Bo Ibarra wants to prove to his boss that he is finally ready to take over the stunt company they run together and is excited to work on the big movie that will soon be starting. Imagine his surprise when he realizes the lead actress is Sadie Gold, his first love and the girl who still owns his heart.

It had been 10 years since Bo walked away from Sadie on prom night. Sadie never understood why but thankfully she had her grandmother who helped her through the breakup. Seeing Bo now, it is very obvious that the sexual chemistry is still there, but since they are working on a movie together it has to be hands off......yeah, right! Quickly these two start to connect and eventually the past is discussed. Just when it looks like these two are going to finally get the happy ending the deserved a huge secret threatens to ruin everything. It will take a huge confession and an even bigger leap of faith so Sadie and Bo can finally get their happy ending.

I just adored both of these characters. Sadie was the rich girl who grew up with everything except the love and attention from her parents that she so desperately wanted. Bo grew up with little in his life but had a wonderful family life. Together they both find things that they had always been searching for. Overall this was a great second chance at love story and I hope there will be more books in this fun series!

My first from Melonie Johnson and I'm truly happy to have found her!

This second chance romance is all kinds of fun with laugh out loud moments featuring the very feisty Sadie, who is now working with the one who got away. Bo is beyond sexy and once he and Sadie find themselves together, it's white-hot heat once again. The surprise when they realize that their lives have crossed paths yet again sets up a well-written second chance at holding onto that passion they once knew.

I loved that both characters seemed to have grown since their ill-fated first love affair all those years ago, and that they can't help the undeniable chemistry that is still apparent today.

This book is sweet, flirty and full of desire. I really enjoyed both Sadie and Bo and look forward to more from this author in the future.

4 solid stars!

An amazing, captivating, interesting and oh-so-satisfying read!
The writing draws you in and keeps you interested until the end.
The chemistry between the H and h is amazing plus their attitudes and events going on make the story even richer.

I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Growing up rich has its perks but also its downfalls. Sadie Gold wanted to do things on her own without any help. She’s just received a chance of a lifetime as a leading actress in an action film by a famous director and wants to prove to her family she did it on her own. She has been training for the physical stunts in this movie, however, no training could have prepared her when she met the stunt coordinator, Bo Ibarra. Her first love that broke her heart which she hasn’t recovered from.

Bo has regretted leaving Sadie ten years ago and breaking her heart. He knows that it was the right to do back then, they were too young to go forth. He knew that Sadie had been cast in this movie, now is his chance to prove to her that they could have a future together

How is Sadie going to be able to do the job she was hired to do with Bo always around her. Yes she still has feelings for him, but it’s not anything she can do about it. As Bo becomes closer to Sadie, she is worried the secrets she’s kept from him will reveal themselves, now that a tabloid is hinting about her past. Tough decisions need to be made and hopefully not a minute too late. Will they get past all the secrets and go forth?

Sadie Gold landed the starring role in a superhero movie and is determined to prove she got it with talent and not connections. The rumors of being a spoiled rich girl have haunted her, but she is sure that all of her training will help her take her career to new heights. The stunt coordinator is none other than Bo Ibarra, her first boyfriend, who had abruptly broken things off on their prom night. Even though it's been eleven years, feelings are still there between them and have rekindled.

Once Upon a Bad Boy is the third in the "Sometimes in Love" series, but you don't have to have read the first two books in the series to understand this one. It gives nice context for mentions of Cassie and Logan being married or Cassie's talk show, as well as Bonnie's engagement, but it isn't necessary. The entire book is focused on Sadie filming the movie, trying to visit her best friend Ana, and balance life with her grandmother, who she had essentially avoided because the Ibarra family had worked on her grandmother's property. We see glimpses of the past as the novel progresses because they can't move forward until they discuss the reasons why Bo had called off their relationship, as well as the emotional fallout for them both.

With the novel focused on movie stars and paparazzi, of course, there are additional conflicts in the form of maintaining a professional relationship while exploring an emotional and sexual one, as well as rumors about Sadie that spread online with dizzying speed. The romance between Sadie and Bo is a second chance one and doesn't shy away from the difficulties that surround them. Their relationship can't move forward without open communication and a respect for each others' choices, which is a realistic and healthy expectation to have. I liked that their problems weren't simply handwaved or erased because of their sexual chemistry, and they had to deal with each other as mature adults and not the eighteen-year-olds they used to be. Even with the inevitable happily ever after, it was fairly realistically done, which I appreciated.