Wren Heath hadn’t had a vacation away from her parents in years so she decides to go to Paris to visit her friend and do some sightseeing. While there she meets Mauricio Romano who has a reputation for being a player on the dating scene. They decide to give it a go with a week of no strings attached five days and five nights. Things definitely heat up and while Mauricio brings out the sex goddess in Wren, he also realizes that he might want more than a week of being with her. When she has to rush home, Mauricio thinks she doesn’t feel the same as he does and is devastated. It takes a little help from family to get these two to realize a week in Paris is just the beginning of what could be something wonderful.

As always this author writes a wonderful love story, with crazy and funny family thrown in for good measure. I love getting to know the new characters in Ms. Cardello’s books and love when she lets us catch a glimpse at what previous characters from previous books are up to – in this case, Dominic Corisi, who is one of my most favorite heroes in my book world. Wren and Mauricio are such a good balance for a hero and heroine, neither being too overbearing, but bringing out the best in each other. The plot is strong; there is humor and fun secondary characters and a very well pulled together ending. I loved this story and am anxious for the next one in this series.

I received an ARC from Netgally for an honest review, which I have provided.

A sizzling sexy ready when the guys doesn't always get his way and I love that. Wren is the kinds of girl that you can see being one of your best friends and you just want everything to work out for her. Mauricio visualises as the cocky, not so humble, sexy delicious man that makes all your fantasies come alive. I love the way that they meet and the relationship/friendship that they develop along the way. A great read and I can't wait to see they way the rest of the series goes.

Mauricio and Wren were ridiculously cute together and I loved it. Wren was a little self conscious and shy at times, but when she opened up and started rambling about something it really showed how amazing her characters was. And it would also lead to a lot of adorable moments where Mauricio would just stare at her as she talked so passionately about something. It was swoon worthy how much he adored her.

I thought the book was set at a really good pace and I loved that we got so much time with Mauricio and Wren in Paris. That's where the majority of the book was set and it had so many cute moments that we then got to see mixed with the very steamy ones when Wren found her inner sex-kitten.

Overall, this is definitely a book I would recommend reading. It can technically be read as a standalone and when it comes to the Romano family there isn't any problem with reading this book before Mauricio's brother's, which came first. However, I am still confused about the parts that are thrown into this series with Dominic Corisi. I understand the direction the author is moving in with that storyline but in my opinion it doesn't meld well with these books considering these characters don't meet or even personally know Dominic.

The Wild One is a fabulous read. It is fun and sexy as you go along the journey of Wren and Mauricio. I love their chemistry and their Paris adventure together. Wren really comes out of her shell when she meets Mauricio. This book just takes you on this journey of finding love and family. Mauricio is wonderful and watching his heart grow once he meets Wren is so beautiful. I love the Romano family and getting to know more about them. Yes you should read this in series order to understand the tie ins a little more. I love where Ruth Cardello is taking us in the Corisi Billionaires series and I can't wait for more.

4 star review of The Wild One (Corisi Billionaires #2) by Ruth Cardello

The second book in the series and one I enjoyed. This is Wren Heath and Mauricio Romano’s story.

What could be better than a fling in Paris? After all what happens in Paris, stays in Paris, right? Not always. Having recently visited Paris, I loved reading about places that hold a special place in my heart.

I fell hard and fast for Mauricio and could easily see Wren as a friend. I liked that the author has written characters that have flaws and it just made them more realistic. Both have baggage and yet could this fling turn in to something more?

It was also great to see some familiar faces and I enjoyed the romance and love story. There was also some heat which added to my enjoyment.

Although a stand alone i do feel it might be beneficial to have read some of Ms. Cardello’s other books to get more of the back story.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley.

I very much enjoyed The Wild One by Ruth Cardello. This is the first book that I have read by this author and I can't wait to read the other books in this series. I cannot wait to read The Broken One, the first in this series. I like both Mauricio and Wren and their meet cute is pretty funny. I will say the parts with Dominic didn't make any sense to me. I think the first book may have additional information that would make me understand that more. I also wish I knew who was getting the next book! There are so many worthy characters I cannot wait!

No last names and a week in Paris for a fun, sex filled fling, sign me up! But we all know that no strings attached doesn't play out that way. Wren Hudson is at a crossroads she wants to make changes with her life and starting with a fling with a Playboy seems like a good idea. She didn't expect to have feelings and have life and their week together end early.
Mauricio Romano is that a point where he's ready to move on from the family business. And he's unsettled by his reaction to Wren. Is it possible that she is his one? Hurt and confused after her abrupt departure Mauricio is trying to figure out a way to make it work. And well-meaning families come to meddle.
And we get further into Dominic Corisi family background. Just enough to whet your appetite and see that the wrath will come down upon them.

I like Ruth Cardello's book and from the ones that I have read she tends to have a whole family and coming from a big family that is involved in everything I like that. I liked Wrenand this she wasn't the norm of what Mauricio tended to go for, however he still wants her and the no string situation. But you and I know that the no-string tends to turn into a whole ball of yarn. He gets stupid and realizing that he erred has to correct it before he loses what he never knew he wanted nor needed. But my regret I again-lord what is happening to me started with this one, how could I have not known or more likely forgotten that this is the second book in series, and you know I need to know everything I am nosy like that-again coming from a big family it a given..Anyhoo can't wait til the next one and when am I every going to find more hours in the day to read, read, read!

The Wild One is the second book in the Coirsi Billionaires series. We met Mauricio in the first book (The Broken One), which was Sebastian's story. I really enjoyed that book so I was excited to be able to read this one. This book could be read as a standalone, but I feel that you should read the first book to get to know some of the characters that come up in this book.

This book is told from the point of view from Mauricio and Wren. With bonus scenes from Dominic. I'm still not 100% sure where Dominic comes into these stories, but I have a feeling he's related to The Coirsi family. I really like the dual point of views in books so we can hear the inner thoughts of both characters.

Wren and Mauricio meet in Paris. Wren is a put it all out there type of girl who will do anything for her parents. Mauricio was a wild one and living a free life. They start out as friends and see where it takes them from there. Can Mauricio sort out his feelings for Wren? Can Wren be there for him and her family at the same time? I really enjoyed this book and can't wait for the next one in the series. I can't wait to see what happens to the next Coirsi brother and where Dominic comes into this.

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** I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoyed this book, which follows the first book in the series, The Broken One. It is standalone, although the characters from the first book do make an appearance and there's the overall arc/mystery about how the Dominic Corisi and the Romanos are related. (I think they are related, I assume since the family we're following are the Romanos but we're also slowly learning more about Dominic Corisi's family tree. If you're like me and you didn't read Dominic's story yet, no worries- his story itself isn't playing too heavily into it so he and his daughter, who is doing a family tree project for school, are kind of just figureheads for why the series is called the Corisi Billionaires. Although after reading this, I will be checking out his book too).

This particular story follows Mauricio, the wild, apparently really good looking and fun Romano. He's in Paris for fun and to meet up with his friend who asked him to meet with his paramour and her friend, Wren, when he got into an accident. Once Mauricio met Wren, it was insta-attraction and Mauricio and Wren decided to partake in a holiday tryst. But of course, their entanglement served to be more than just short term. There was a little angst but overall, it was well done and I loved the look into Paris, some of the major attractions as well as a look into the family dynamics of the Romanos. They are a fun bunch!

I am very much looking forward to the next book and also seeing how the Romano/Corisi connection is resolved.

I requested and received this arc through NetGalley.

This was my first Ruth Cardello book and whew! I’m still warm from the steam burning in this one! Mauricio is a rich, hot, powerful alpha male and Wren is smart, beautiful and slightly awkward. They have an instant attraction while in Paris and romance/steam/love ensue!
Instant attraction isn’t always my favorite trope and these two had slightly strained interactions at first, but it just worked and you could feel their attraction to each other. I loved how devoted both characters were to their families. There were steamy scenes, but they were done in a fun way. I blew through this in under 24 hours (with work and kids activities in between!). I would definitely love to read more of this author!
The only slightly awkward thing was that there were a few chapters that connected to a clearly very important character from other books. Without reading those I was a bit lost... but thinking I need to read more about Dominic! ♥️

Much awaited read from Ruth Cardello, I loved it. Living in Paris for the past five years, I loved the Parisian setting and romance of Wren and Mauricio. I can't wait to read about the rest of the Romano brothers and get my dose of Abby and Dominic in each novel <3

This is the second book in the Corisi Billionaires series, which is tied in (or is a spin-off?) with the Legacy Collection series. While it CAN be read as a stand-alone romance, it probably shouldn't be because it is definitely is helpful to have read both the first book in this series as well as the original Legacy Collection series. I hadn't read the original series in quite a few years, so I was pretty lost while reading the chapters from Dominic's point of view, but I ended up going back and at least re-reading the first book so I had some idea of what was going on there. Although Dominic's chapters aren't essential to the main story, the do tie in with the main character Mauricio and his family, so it really helped in understanding what it was referring to. I just wish a little backstory was included with those chapters - I know, the author probably doesn't want to give away any spoilers, but it was really confusing not having any context for Dominic and his family and left me wondering just how this fit in with the main characters.

Having said of all that (for a handful of chapters!), I actually really enjoyed Mauricio and Wren's story, which is the majority of the book. Both were at a crossroads in their lives and looking for a little fun and combined with the romance of Paris made this a very enjoyable read. Wren's enthusiasm for architecture and history made me feel like I was there experiencing Paris right along with her. I love how the author creates characters that are both realistic and fun, mixing witty dialog with steamy chemistry. And every girl dreams of a man who woos her like Mauricio did! These are characters I want to hang out with and be friends with, and revisit in the future. I'm excited to read the next book in the series!

Note: I received an advanced copy of this book from the publisher and NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.

he second book in the Corsi Billionaires. In this story Mauricio has gone to France to have a business meeting with his friend Felix. Felix ends up in the emergency room(the reason he is there is quite humorous.) Mauricio meets Wren a friend of Felix girlfriend Cecile and is instantly attracted to her. They both agree to a fling for the week that Wren is in Paris with no strings attached. Of course with these storyline they fall in love with each other. We continue getting glimpse of another story within the story dealing with a Dominic individual and we the readers can see what the connection is already this Dominic to the Romano's. I honestly preferred book one more but this too was a sweet novel with some emotional and realistic issues thrown in. Review on goodreads and eventually will be on amazon.

Another great read from Ruth Cardello. Americans in Paris, it was supposed to be a fling. Five days and nights. But for Mauricio a new feeling came over the king of heart breakers. For Wren it was supposed to be her sexy kitten fling with no feelings involved. Well, that didn't happen. The second book in Ruth's Corisi saga will drag you in and keep you there till the end. A great story, great characters and the mystery you won't know till the end of the series! Loved it

WOW or I love this series Ruth does such a great job of weaving the intrigue and the romance together you feel all the feels/ I know some get a little confused about the reference to the Domnic part of the store but if you've read them all it is very easy to follow along. Mauricio goes to Paris to help a friend then runs into Wren. Wren is In Paris to try to get some her time for she is always helping her family which she is happy to do but her mind is a jumble She decides despite the risk to her heart to ask for a Paris fling with Mauricio but things change. Due to events, not in her control, she leaves without talking to him. Now he has to decide if he can follow his heart and find her. This story was really good.

This is a really good storyline. It makes the reader want to go back and read about some of the characters that are mentioned. The author paints a good introduction so you can get a better understanding of the background story. The main characters are perfect for each other and it’s enlightening to read about their path to love. It has quite a few enjoyable and humorous parts to the story that’s makes it a joy to read. It has all the required parts, family, friendships, love, and steamy love scenes. I highly recommend this book , and would definitely read other books by her. This review was based on receiving an advanced copy for an honest review.

Three Stars for ‘The Wild One’ (Corisi Billionaires #2) by Ruth Cardello

Many thanks to NetGalley, Montlake Romance, and Ruth Cardello for an ARC in exchange for an honest book review of The Wild One (Corisi Billionaires #2). My thoughts and opinions are 100% my own and independent of receiving an advance copy.

Synopsis: “She wants to go wild. A billionaire decides to go with her. For two Americans in Paris, love wasn’t in the plans in New York Times bestselling author Ruth Cardello’s sexy high-stakes romance.

After years of choosing safe over satisfying, a weeklong Paris fling sounds perfect to Wren Heath. And who better to have it with than Mauricio Romano, a billionaire with a reputation as a first-class heartbreaker. A few days. Fun, then done. What happens on vacation stays on vacation, right?

Paris was Mauricio’s playground, and love was never part of the game. Lust? Toujours. Then he meets a sweet woman who wants to be a sex kitten. He knows how to give her the wildest five days and nights of her life. No commitments. No strings. But the hotter it gets, the harder it is to remember his own rules.

What do you do when what happens in Paris stays in your heart and then shows up at home?

Are these two destined to clash or destined for love?”


The framing device of Dominic Corisi and his family “problems” is awkward and confusing in this otherwise fine romance. The main story involves Mauricio and Wren who meet in a kind of meet-”ick” scene that doesn’t really go with the rest of the book. They end up agreeing to a fling and spend a week in Paris which is when the book starts to really shine. In those scenes, as they walk the streets getting to know one another, and back home with their families, lie the book’s greatest strengths. Ruth Cardello does some really great character and world-building. I truly loved the Mauricio and Wren characters and their story. It’s too bad the Dominic Corisi sections take the reader out of their story and detract from the main romance. Readers of her series who know who this person is might enjoy this, but as this is billed as a “standalone”, I can’t really get on board with it. Regular Cardello readers will likely love this book. Casual readers will have more of a difficult time jumping into the story.

I recieved an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book was just amazing! It took me a while to get through because I was in a reading slump but when I finally started reading it again I simply couldn't put it down!

This book is about Wren who works as an engineer to support her family because both her parents are unable to work, Wren doesn't really enjoy her job but she stays because it's a good paying job and it's a safe position.
Cecile, Wrens friend, invites her over to her other friend Felix's house, but Felix is unable to come and sends Mauricio instead to tell the girls that he isn't coming. Then Wren and Mauricio meet and it's Insta-lust,

Mauricio and Wren eventually get into contact with one another and they go on a week-long trip to Paris together to go crazy.

I really enjoyed this book! I loved Mauricio and Wren's relationship and I actually really enjoyed how they didn't fall in love with each other at first sight, I prefer insta-lust over insta-love and this book had it! :)

This is a safe book with a HEA, a solid 4 stars!!

4 stars
Ruth Cardello has talent. She weaves a tale and immediately has you captivated. This is the second in the series and you want this couple to have their happily ever after.