As a Katee Robert fan I was expecting to really enjoy this one, but the premise was just too much, even for KR! The spice was excellent, but the actual characters were not. I never really ended up caring about them as they were not terribly like-able. It was hard to get sucked into and I did not enjoy the MMC’s possessiveness. For me ultimately this one is forgettable, but I’ll still read KR’s books!

I love Katee Robert, and although this wasn't my favorite of hers, I still enjoyed it. It was a simple romance with a good amount of spice. I can be pretty picky with narrators, but this narrator did a good job. I pretty much listened to this in 1 sitting, it was just what I needed to get me out of a reading slump. I realized this is part of a series, and now I will have to read the rest of it.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the audiobook arc.

The characters were enjoyable and entertaining. I enjoyed that this had spice but also a lovely storyline

'Make Me Want' by Katee Robert has gotten a great new cover and audio edition. The narrator was quite good. I only thought one of her voices was "off" for how I pictured the character but he had thankfully few lines. The story is cute enough to give a reasonable premise for lots and lots of open door scenes. It's exactly what you want from this genre!

3.5⭐, 3🌶️

I enjoyed this book, but just didn't feel like it was anything extraordinary - I liked the story and characters at times, and at other times I just felt myself zoning off cause I wasn't grippe by the storyline. The third act breakup was pretty standard, and didn't feel like Gideon groveled (really at all) to win Lucy back/ . It's a fast aced ex-boyfriends best friend romance here Lucy is looking for a marriage and enlists Gideon, who's a headhunter, to help find a suitable husband. But in the mean time, she also asks him for some "teach me" lessons marking off some experiences from her Saucy Bucket List.

Thank you NetGalley and Harlequin Audio for an ALC of this book in exchange for my honest and unpaid review!

While the initial idea of this book was kind of new and interesting, it was one that I just couldn't connect with.

The smut starts way too quickly (like almost immediately) and is kind of like getting punched in the face rather than falling for the characters and rooting for their relationship.

The audience is told, rather than shown, the innermost secrets of the main characters and there felt like there was little to no needed discovery for the audience - we didn't get to play with all the pieces and toy around with the idea of getting to know the main characters because it was spelled out to you like someone spilling their guts: A sudden, heavy, messy, plop of slop.

Maybe it's for those times of desperate loneliness, but I don't think it would go over with most average readers.

Again, not for me, but maybe for someone else.

Side note: the narrators for the audiobook are fantastic - it's the content that needs work.

This had a perfect balance of spice and intriguing storyline. I liked the raw emotions Lucy showed and how she was trying to overcome them. Gideon was a little too good to be true, but I'll take it. IThis was a quick read that kept me interested and wanting to move on to the next book in the series. Although I hope the ex gets what's coming to him soon.

If you’re a fan of Katee Robert, Make Me Want is the perfect quick and steamy read. This story follows a high-powered attorney who’s ready to settle down and get married—but she doesn’t have time to search for a husband herself. Enter her friend, a headhunter, who she hires to find her the perfect match. But as the search unfolds, sparks fly between them, and they realize the person they really want has been right in front of them all along.

The story is predictable in the best way, delivering all the steam and chemistry you’d expect from a Katee Robert romance. It’s a fun, light, and satisfying read that hits all the right notes for fans of contemporary romance. If you’re looking for a quick escape with all the heat and heart you love, Make Me Want won’t disappoint!

I usually enjoy Katee Robert's books, but this one wasn't my favorite. I'm not sure if it was the narrator or the story, but it didn't grab me as a reader. I'm usually the person who will marathon a series, but this one isn't for me. I'm looking forward to other books by this author and will still generally recommend her books.

Super hot and spicy!

I think this is my first time starting a series by Katee Robert (I usually go in and read a random interconnected stand alone) So starting this series makes me excited for what is next.
Lots of her classic writing plots and styles of writing made it in here. They find ways to make the story very inclusive, enough dark and intensity, but all while feeling safe!

Robert has always been a thrilling storyteller. From the fire of temptation to the ice of heartache, she puts emotions completely on the line. Make Me Want is no exception. There's a darkness at the heart of sultry Love story that spins out of control. Gideon and Lucy are an ever evolving dance with destiny. Elmy breathes life into a romance unlike any other.


The fantasy comes to life. Katee Robert has a knack for allowing readers to live vicariously through her imagination. Whether naughty, dangerous or heartbreaking, her characters call to the little voice inside yearning to escape. Make Me Want is a passionate tango of lust, love and liberation. One woman's quest to unlock her inner vixen, brings her heart's desire. HOT!

A woman is seeking for a husband because she wants to be considered for a promotion. And before she finds said husband, she wants bedroom lessons because it has been too long and she was only ever with one guy. All smut, and the little plot that this contains makes no sense. If you are looking for not-so-spicy spice, go for it, but I'm still looking for the story...
I received an advance review copy for free and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

When I saw Katee had a new series coming, I had to be the firs to read it!!!! Now, I will say. this was not my favorite. However, I think this was supposed to be exactly what it was... unserious, a little cringe, but definitely unputdownable! Would I say this is a literary masterpiece? Absolutely not. But it did keep me entertained and even though I knew how it was to end, i had to finish it to find out.

Make me want

Lucy is recovering from divorce with her ex. She is working to regain self confidence, but is nervous to throw herself in the dating game. She gets with a friend to help her find a new boyfriend, and to give her other lessons as well…. In the bedroom.

Gideon is hesitant, but agrees and is surprised by their chemistry. It reminds him of when they first met and he wanted her, but his friend got her first. This is the first in a series, and I would definitely read more.

In this quick romance, it was right to the point. Plot was okay, characters were okay, spicy scenes were excellent ! Narration was great!

It must be being republished in audio. Thanks to NetGalley and Harlequin Audio for the ALC in exchange for an honest review. Release on 1/14/25.

This was a short and okay listen. But it would've benefited from a dual narration. The male voice the narrator used was not good. It made it hard to focus. I also wish there was more substance to the story.

A decent and short friends to lovers story. I wish there was more meat to the story overall, maybe being a little longer would have allowed for that. I really liked Gideon's character being almost grumpy sunshine ish. I feel like I might have enjoyed the audiobook more if it was narrated by 2 different people.

I was so excited about this audiobook because I have really enjoyed the O’Malley series by Katee Roberts. This however was way below that in terms of writing and quality. In a book like this that’s so heavy with intimacy I feel like you need a male and female narrator to make it sound good. This narrator did not have a good male voice which made it very hard to get into. The narrators voice was very perky which I didn’t feel matched a lot of the book especially the males role.

This book is really good, almost done and i feel confident to give my opinion. The plot and the story is great, i love the banter. The narrator is good as the woman, but not as the man. I wish there was a male narrator for the guy. The female character did act a little juvenile being she is a woman and she was searching for a husband, but yet when it came to sex she acts like she is completely inexperienced versus traumatized by her last boyfriend. Other than that the book is very addictive.

Rating: 3.5/5

If you’re looking for a quick, spicy, and sweet listen, Make Me Want by Katee Robert might be a good choice for your next pick! This audiobook delivers on the heat, with plenty of chemistry between the characters to keep you hooked.

Lucy Baudin, a lawyer aiming to make partner, enlists her friend and headhunter, Gideon Novak, for an unconventional task - finding her a husband. But as sparks fly between them, their professional arrangement becomes deliciously complicated. Gideon and Lucy’s chemistry is undeniable, making their steamy moments as satisfying as their sweeter ones.

The narration was enjoyable, though I would have loved a dual narration to better capture both perspectives. While the matchmaking headhunter concept felt a bit cheesy and far-fetched at times, it didn’t take away from the story’s charm or the emotional connection between the leads.

Overall, this audiobook is a light, entertaining listen perfect for fans of contemporary romance who enjoy a mix of spice and sweetness.

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Audio for this ALC in exchange for my honest review!

This is definitely a book from Katee's early days as an Indie Author. This was short, sexy and easy listen that can easily be done in one sitting. Overall, I enjoyed this, but I wish Gideon and Lily talked to each other more and didn't rely on their pre conceived notions of each other and how they might be feeling. But then the book would be a lot shorter.

I enjoyed this overall and am glad to try out some of Katee's backlist.

Thank Netgalley for the ALC