This was a first time read by Penelope Bloom and after reading the synopsis for the first book in her Anyone But… series, I was quite excited to snag a copy of Nothing But Rich.

I already love that the main characters, Rich and Kira, already had some history together. We get teased a little bit here and there that something big happened and ended in this 7 year pact with Kira and her friends. Being in a small town and having the alluring King brothers leave town, it was an easy promise to keep. Until they all return.

Once we learn the truth of what happened, it didn’t quite hit me like I expected it too. I kind of wanted to know more details and just all the emotions around it because Kira was doing some major loathing of Rich for several years. And I wanted to truly see all of that.

There were definitely some hilarious moments scattered throughout the book , but it had me questioning their maturity level more often than I’d like. And in the beginning, I wasn’t so sure about Kira’s friends. They weren’t exactly on my good side, but I am looking forward to their stories in the next couple of books.

I think I would have liked to see more happening throughout the book overall, it just didn’t seem like a whole lot was going on.

Overall, I did enjoy the book, I finished it in one sitting! Penelope writes with a different kind of humor than I’m used to, but I think I could come around to it. Definitely looking for the rest of this series.

4.5 Funny Stars

I giggled and laughed so much. Kira Summerland was a mix between sexy librarian, serious teacher and hot mess. Her klutziness was adorable and funny and something that totally turned Rich King on.

Rich King on the other hand...he was serious and sexy and determined to earn Kira’s forgiveness from what he did seven years ago. But Kira and her besties swore off the King brothers back then and now that they’re back in town and the more he’s around all those old high school crushes feels are coming back.

Now Kira has to deal with her besties against them along with others determined to keep her and Rich apart. But by gosh, they’re going to be together no matter what it takes.

This was my first Penelope Bloom novel and I absolutely LOVED it! I can’t wait to read Cade and Nick’s stories because those other two King brothers were characters that had me laughing just as much as Kira did. Those two were something else. I’m excited for their books to follow.

Anyone But rRich is such a good read. Richard King and his family is coming back to their small hometown and not everyone is happy about it. Kira Sommerland and her two friend, Iris and Miranda are very, very unhappy about it. Seven years ago Rich did something to Kira and hurt her. These three girls made a pact to never be with a King brother again. That promise has been put into effect again. However, Rich wants to make things right with Kira, but Kira has her walls high up and tightly packed. Rich is willing to do what it takes to get her forgiveness. I was laughing through this book. Kira’s friends and Rich’s brothers has me laughing out loud. While there is laughter, there was also sadness and anger. Not everyone want Rich and Kira be together. There is deception, blackmail, suspense and some things happening that made me want to smack some characters upside their heads. I was on the edge of my seat waiting to read what would happen next. This story was great and I can’t wait to read Cade’s and Nick’s stories. I bet they will have me laughing again. Don’t miss out on this rom-com.

This is a great romantic comedy that will have you swooning and laughing. This is book 1 in a trilogy with each being a standalone. It’s a rollercoaster ride with all the highs and lows.

Isn't there a saying that goes "promises are made to be broken?" When Kira and her friends swear to NEVER, EVER date a King they meant it. But what happens when one comes swooping back into your life on a private jet? What happens when he appears in front of you all sexy and gorgeous? What happens when he whispers in your ear all of the sweet nothings you want to hear? But will his rude and conceited attitude help Kira to remain true to the promise made? Funny and actions packed with steamy sexiness.

Penelope Bloom is one of my go to authors when I'm looking for a fun read and she has managed again to entertain me thoroughly with Anyone But Rich.

The King brothers were nothing but trouble for Kira and get friends so they form a pact to never get involved with them again, but when Rich and his brothers return to their home town Rich has no intentions of allowing Out a to keep her word, but can he convince her that he is sorry for destroying her in the past and prove to her that he wants to be her future?

Kira and her friends made a promise to each other 7 years ago to have nothing to do with the King brothers, after they humiliated Kira and she lost her scholarship.

Rich and his brothers have become self made billionaires and decide to move back to their home town to set up a branch of their company there. Rich has another reason to go back, to apologise to Kira and get her to forgive him and hopefully more!

Kira is not the girl he left behind and the now school teacher will not take his apology easily! Rich is also dating Stella, but that relationship isn’t what it seems! Rich tries lots of things to get Kira’s attention and forgiveness and she is slowly letting him in.

The problem is, the pact she made with her friends still stand, the parents are against anything happening between them and love is never easy! Can they get through all the problems or is love just too hard!

Kira and her friends make a pact to never date a King brother, but now their back in town and sexy as ever. Rich is looking for Kira’s forgiveness. Will she forgive him? Fast-paced, fun read with steamy chemistry, great characters and an entertaining story, that has plenty of drama and steam. I loved it!

I thought that this was a very enjoyable read and an excellent start to this new series. There is plenty of humor, witty banter and sparks flying as Kira and Rich's story unfolds. I thought that the quirky storyline just the right amount of tension, heat, emotional turmoil, drama and sweetness to capture and keep your attention. A very fun read about the struggle that can happen between your heart and your head. I eagerly look forward to future enteries in this series.

I AM LEAVING MY HONEST REVIEW FOR "ANYONE BUT RICH" OMG!!!!! Penelope Bloom you are so great at writing these amazing laugh out loud story's there absolutely delightful to read fun, exciting, lighthearted, you just keep turning page after page you can't help yourself.
The King Brothers come from old money but they leave to go to California to start up a Billion Dollar Tech Company they decide to return to their hometown to set up their headquarters.
Kira Summerland and her BF'S Miranda and Iris made a pact 7yrs ago to never date a King Brother ever again after what Rich did to Kira and just about blew apart her friendship with her BF'S they decide this was best.
Rich King shows up at Kira's classroom on the first day he's felt guilty for yrs for what he did to Kira and wants to make amends but she doesn't accept and he's more determined than ever.
This is such a terrific storyline full of meddling parents, small town gossip, very hot steamy sex scenes, with delightful fun loving characters that make this such wonderful read I definitely recommend I can't wait for the next book in this fantastic Trilogy well done "PENELOPE BOOM" your books are always a delightful read.

The first King that will occupy your mind and your panties....

Outrageously sexy and hilarious, basically the foundation of all of Penelope's fabulous books. She always manages to have a perfect - not perfect man sweep both the character and the reader up while being dirty and sweet at the same time. It's the perfect combo of a couple you want things to work out for and some of the best extra characters that you know will make the best stories in this series. Kira is sweet and relatable while Rich is more of a sexy and unexpected surprise. You want to side with the girls and hate him and his brothers, but soon realize he's had you from the start, just like Kira. One disappointment is I have to wait for the next one.
I received an advanced copy of this book from Netgalley for my honest opinion. .

Kira and her two best friends make a pact: None of them will date a King Brother.

Seven years later, the King brothers come back and stir past memories back up. The girls vow that the pact is still in place only that doesn't stop Rich from trying to apologize about what happened seven years ago with Kira.

Kira is trying to remain steadfast in her promise with her besties but Rich is slowly proving that he isn't the same boy.

So will Kira forgive him?

This book was funny and swoon-worthy. Rich's brother are hilarious in their shenanigans as is Kira's besties. Definitely one-click this book now.

Anyone But Rich
By Penelope Bloom
Seven years ago Kira and her friends Iris and Miranda made a pact in high school to stay away the the King Brothers. Seven years later Kira is a high school teacher in West Valley, North Carolina. Iris is a cop and Miranda is a business woman. They all still live in their hometown. The big news is the King Brothers are building headquarters for their multi billion dollar business in West Valley. Rich and his twin Cade and his younger brother Nick have a highly successful business Sion. When Cade and Nick wanted to build a east coast headquarters in West Valley Rich went along with it because he never forgot about one girl back home. One of the first things Rich did when e got to West Valley was to find out where Kira was and he went to see her at her school room.

I love Penelope Bloom's wit in her books. I found myself laughing out loud multiple times while reading this. Kira and her best friends had made a pact to stay away from the King brothers no matter what. When their business brings them back to town, Kira tries her hardest to keep her promise in the pact. Richard King doesn't make it easy for her though. His twin brother Cade, is hilarious and really keeps things interesting. Nick is the more shy one of the brothers. Kira's best friend Iris is also funny and has a thing with her nightstick. I can't wait for the rest of their stories.

ANYONE BUT RICH (Anyone But…Book 1) by Penelope Bloom is a new release romantic comedy/contemporary romance that had me laughing out-loud. This is the first of a trilogy featuring three billionaire brothers who return to their small hometown to claim the women they could never forget, but the girls made a promise seven years ago to never date one of the King brothers again.

Kira Summerland is starting her first year of teaching at her hometown high school. Seven years ago, Kira, Iris and Miranda made a promise when they were students at this very high school to never date a King brother again. When Richard King shows up at Kira’s classroom door on the first day of school, she is as angry at herself as she is at him.

Richard King has returned to town with his brothers. Cade and Nathan to set up their company’s headquarters in their hometown. The beautiful woman on his arm is just a ruse to keep both sets of their parents from matchmaking. He has his heart set on Kira. He knows it will be hard work to get Kira to forgive him and get her friends approval, but Rich has always worked hard to obtain his goals.

Kira must deal with her promise to her friends as she begins to let Rich back into her life. Can she have both? Will Rich be able to get Kira to forgive him and get the girl he has always wanted?

I love Rich and Kira together. Kira is the perfect lovable heroine to bring out serious Rich’s softer side. The dialogue between the friends and the brothers is laugh-out-loud funny and at times raunchy which made it more realistic. The sex scenes are explicit but not gratuitous. Each character’s unique personality adds to the fun of reading this book. For me, this is not a new plot or storyline, but the author’s voice makes it very entertaining. This is an easy-to-read romance that has me anxiously waiting for the other brothers’ stories.

This was my first read from this author. The cover intrigued me. Then the blurb was a bit enticing. I decided to give it ago. I didn't love this book, but I also didn't dislike this one. This is another one where I am in the middle with my thoughts.

I can say, hands down, I did not like Kira. For an adult, she (and her friends) acted like a twelve year old girl with her grudges and reactions. When it came to her I did more eye rolling than anything. I spent much of the book hoping she didn't get the guy.

I liked Rich's character. He had a lot of redeeming qualities for a former high school bully. I don't have anything negative to say about him, that is for sure. I really wanted him to get his happily ever after.

The book is filled with some really great scenes and some really not so great scenes. I mostly enjoyed them. The wedding was a bit much. It was a bit too out of the box "norm" for me.

Overall, I was back and forth with my thoughts on this book. I did mostly enjoy it. It was written well enough. I will most likely read the next book in the series. I am curious to see the next brother get his woman.

The King brothers have always wreaked havoc. Through their high school years, the three brothers almost tore apart Kira's friendship group. To save heir friendship they made a pack of no King brothers, ever. Now years later they are back in town and as alluring as ever with a fortune to their name. Particularly Rich King who has his eye on Kira. How can Kira resist Rich's advances and save her long-time friendship?

4.5 Stars

I really enjoyed this book and can't wait for the rest of the series. This is a great group of characters ready for their second chances!

I always try to be fair when reviewing a “new to me” author, but unfortunately this book was disappointing. The storyline in itself had promise, however the dialogue, behaviour and general maturity of the characters was juvenile. I didn’t connect with the primary couple or find their supposed romance believable; yet Cade (the brother) was hilarious! I found myself having to push through this story, so I’m undecided if I will read book two of the series.

Penelope is a newish author to me but I found myself very entertained by her characters. I have been meaning to read her Objects of Attraction Series for some time now. Now I know exactly what I am in for. Anyone But Rich is a tale about a man returning home only to have his life turned upside down by a woman he spurned years ago.

When they were in high school, Kira and her two friends made a pact that they would never let a man make you choose between him and your friends, especially NOT a King man. But something happens when Rich returns home and sees Kira, things begin turning in a direction that they never saw coming. Kira is a school teacher who has some history with our leading man, Rich. That history is what brings them back together.
I love a book with chemistry between the two leads, so their banter is great. It was nice to watch him try to break down the wall she up, to show her that he isn't the man she remembers. No matter what Rich tries, it always comes back to the pact.

The pact in question. Is it a problem or a way to get around themselves?

This book is hilarious. The side characters were hilarious; Rich's twin brother is the court jester of the group, kept me laughing. I know their books are going to be just as funny. I recommend this book for anyone who wants to be entertained and likes when a man knows he screwed and tries to fix it at any cost.

ARC generously given by Netgalley and Montlake Romance.