I’m a big Aurora Rose Reynolds fan, and I love her brand of alpha hero. I love the heroines she pairs them with, and her stories always deliver the perfect blend of sweet and steam to produce that addictive BOOM! that makes my heart happy. Low on the angst, heavy on the sweet and the swoon, Reynolds creates these completely addictive romances that are easy-to-read, sexy and drama-free.

Baiting Him is the second story in Reynolds’ How to Catch an Alpha series. Chrissie owns a successful bakery, and if it isn’t a cupcake, she doesn’t really have time for it. Gaston, or Gus as everyone calls him, is a successful nightclub owner and knows a thing or two about being busy between running his three clubs. But he also knows a good thing when he sees it, and after their first meeting, he pulled out every swoon-worthy move to get her attention. But Chrissie’s been down this road before, she knows guys like Gus aren’t for her, she’s been chewed up and spit out by them before, and she’s not up for that again. Their undeniable chemistry and the witty banter bouncing back and forth between them is Chrissie’s first clue that there is more to Gus than meets the eye. If his good looks weren’t enough, the gentle way he treats her and his determination start to wear her down, and she’s a complete goner when she meets his aptly named little dog, LeFou.

Aurora Rose Reynolds totally brings the boom in Baiting Him with a low-angst, light-hearted, feel good story with all of the sweet and sexy romance readers love from her. Gaston was a determined hero who knew exactly what he wanted and pulled out every swoon-worthy move to get her attention. I absolutely loved watching this couple fall in love, and I was totally swept up in their romance as I devoured this book in a day. Baiting Him by Aurora Rose Reynolds gets 4.5 smooches from me!
~Danielle Palumbo, Red Cheeks Reads

I love insta love romances and really enjoyed this one. Chrissie and Gaston were great together, this was the perfect read for a winters day a really lovely feel good romance, I loved it

3.75-4 stars. Baiting Him was a really cute, feel good read. This is Gaston/Gus and Chrissie's story. They meet when she attends a bachelorette celebration at the bar he owns. He is smitten immediately, while she is a little wary. But he won't let her get away for long. As they get to know each other, they find they are a perfect match.

Gus and Chrissie's story was ARR at her sweetest. Gus was the swoony, perfect guy and Chrissie was cute and quirky. I really liked them both. Their story is instalove, super sweet, low angst, sexy and fun. Gus does the chasing, even though the book is titled Baiting Him. There is no big problems or fights or anything either, which I love.

Overall, this was a fun, easy read with a good story. I enjoyed this book a lot! I look forward to more from this series and Ms. Reynolds in the future.

From the first page to the last, Chrissie and Gaston captivated me! I loved that there was a little drama & a whole lot of love. I got swept up in their world and I am not ready to leave these characters and this world behind. I am really excited that there is going to more books in this series.

I voluntarily reviewed this book.

I went through a plethora of emotions with this but the most important one, and you’ll understand why after you read it, is Happiness. That’s the underlying message that Aurora Rose Reynolds gives out in this book. During the process of finding happiness however, I laughed, I cried, I was aroused and frustrated. Through it all though, I was left with a big smile on my face. I loved Gaston and the way he knows who Chrissie is to him and he doesn’t relent.

This is the second book in the How to Catch an Alpha series. They are stand alones.

This was an okay read for me.

While I like Gaston, I didn't completely love him.

I liked Chrissie in the first book more than this one. This one she put herself down a lot and that rubbed me wrong a little.

She didn't think she should call Gaston because he is too hot and out of her league. That was a bit annoying.

This was still enjoyable and I did like it.

I give this a 3.5. I received a copy via Netgalley

Between the bakery she owns and helping her mother through a difficult time Chrissie doesn’t have the time or energy for relationship or love. Her last relationship ended because she couldn’t give enough attention to the man she was seeing so when Gus wants to spend time with her the only answer she can think of is no.

Gus is sexy, single and successful. From their first meeting Gus is intrigued by Chrissie as they meet in the last place that he expected but when he sees her again all he knows is that he wants more. When his attempt to have her contact him is unsuccessful he goes with the personal touch and from that moment on there is no denying that they belong together.

These two couldn’t have been more perfect for each other. They both have very demanding careers with very different schedules but they are determined to make it work and that is what makes their relationship so special.

Baiting Him is the second book in this series but it is a complete standalone. I loved the story, especially because it was refreshing to not have a bunch of drama between the characters to muddle the love story. Gaston was the perfect amount of Alpha while still being loving and supportive of Chrissie. However, the danger and rescue promised by the author in the blurb was non existent so I can see why some feel it lacked the fire we saw in the series' first book. Overall, great read, four chilli peppers of hotness!

I received a free ARC from the publisher in exchange for my honest opinion. All thoughts are my own.

From New York Times bestselling author Aurora Rose Reynolds comes the second book in the steamy, witty, and hilarious How to Catch an Alpha series.

Chrissie doesn’t have time for guys, hot or otherwise; most days, she barely has time to sleep. With a thriving bakery that demands her attention and plenty of proof that relationships aren’t worth the trouble, she’s content to go it alone. Too bad she’s unwittingly baited Mr. Tall, Dark, and Way Too Gorgeous—and he’s just waiting for a chance to bite.

Gaston is used to getting what he wants, but he also knows nothing good ever comes easy. From the moment he meets Chrissie, he realizes that this woman who makes him laugh, smells like cupcakes, and looks like a tasty snack is going to be his greatest challenge. And if he’s lucky, she’ll be his biggest reward.

But someone else wants to catch Gaston at all costs—even if it means endangering the lives of the people he loves. Somehow Gaston must thwart danger and convince Chrissie that he’s the perfect catch.

This is the 2nd book in this series and I loved it. Aurora is my favorite author. Hands down! She is magic with words, and I always love everything she writes, Baiting Him is no different. Baiting Him is the story of Gaston and Chrissie and man this two are explosive together. Talk about some hot scenes! Wow! I loved this book, and I am definitely impatiently waiting for the next one.

Baiting Him is the second book in the How To Catch an Alpha series by Aurora Rose Reynolds. This book can be read as a stand alone, but I personally always love to read a series in order to get the full back story of all the characters. Baiting Him is a well written story. The characters compliment each other to make this a very easy and enjoyable read. If you like a good romance with some humor thrown in, this is the book for you.

I couldn't put this book down. I was hooked and desperate to know what happened next. I can honestly say that I enjoyed reading this book immensely. It was so addictive. The storyline was brilliant and it pulled me in and kept me there throughout the whole story. I loved the humour and the characters were amazing. I loved it. A very easy and enjoyable read. 5 well deserved stars.

This is the second book in the How to Catch an Alpha series. While this is written in ARR’s usual style, which I enjoy, I just didn’t like this one as much as the first. I didn’t feel the chemistry between the MC’s and the alphaness (look at me just making up words) was turned way down. The H gives the h his phone number but she doesn’t call him for days and he doesn’t like that at all but he doesn’t pull the alpha out and just actively pursue her. I thought the story dragged as there was hardly any angst to hook me.

Well... Aurora has done it again!! This is book 2 in the How to catch a Alpha series.. I sooooo Loved Gaston and Chrissie - they were absolute perfection!

We got to meet Chrissie in Catching Him.. She is Leah’s best friend. She is sweet, funny, and loyal. She is the owner of The Sweet Spot bakery. One night while going out for Leah's bachelorette party - Chrissie meets the hottest of hot men around.. in the most unpredictable spots around.. little did she know he was the owner of the night club she was at..

“Did you just say your name is Gaston?” “Yeah” “Oh my God,” I whisper, horrified. “You’re like the worst villain ever.”

Gaston (Gus) is the owner of several bars and nightclubs.. and when he meets Chrissie somewhere she should not be.. he knows he needs to have her.. and when he sees her at the bar getting a drink.. he needs to talk to her.. but when she turns him down and tells him to leave her alone.. Well now he is more degermed then ever to get to know her.

“I don’t care if you don’t need to be taken care of because you’re an independent woman. I’m going to take care of you anyway, in all the ways I can.”

This book is amazing.. I love this series.. (well I love all ARR's books) and I can not wait for more.

Gaston is swoony and will sweep readers away. Chrissie and Gaston's story gives all the feels! Gaston is immediately drawn to Chrissie and she really likes him but has issues in her past affecting how she feels.

There is never a doubt that Gaston is real and he makes Chrissie really realize this. What a fun story! They have amazing chemistry and Gaston is the guy to let Chrissie know how great she really is!
They work with though their issues with good communication and find a way to happily ever after.

All the characters were great in this book! I loved how they all really cared!

I finished this book in one sitting and I didn’t want it to end! It was so good! I loved Gaston and Chrissie. Aurora always gets me hooked on her stories that are easy reads; it’s why she remains an automatic one-click author for me. Can’t wait for her next book!

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I am absolutely loving this new series by Aurora Rose Reynolds! These stories are so well written with a bit of mystery and a ton of chemistry between characters!

After reading Catching Him, the first book in Aurora Rose Reynolds' 'How to Catch an Alpha' series, I couldn't wait for another story! ARR has a way of writing books that have women who are strong, and me that are protective. Baiting Him certainly falls into that category, as well.

Chrissie is a busy, hard-working owner of a bakery. She loves her job, her friends, and her family. She's perfectly happy with how her life is going. Until she is out for a bachelorette party, and encounters Gaston, a club-owner. But Chrissie isn't interested, especially knowing just how hot Gaston is. But he is dogged in his pursuit of Chrissie.

I loved both of these characters! I loved how strong Chrissie was, but yet recognized that she was able to lean on others. I loved how Gaston fell hard- and fast- for Chrissie, and knew what he wanted without playing any games.

I so look forward to more in the How to Catch an Alpha series!

Baiting Him is good combination of steam and heart. I really liked the romance of Chrissie and Gaston. Gaston is the perfect book boyfriend. Pick this book when you want a feel good story without the angst. Some romance readers will not like the trope at the end. It was not concern for me. Thanks Montlake Romance and NetGalley for the ARC of this title.

Baiting Him is book two in the How to Catch an Alpha series by Aurora Rose Reynolds. This can be read as a stand alone. I haven’t read the first book in the series but loved this so much that I might have to go back and read it. This is an insta-love romance with a hero that made me swoon so much it’s a miracle I didn’t just melt. He checked off every one of my perfect hero boxes.

Gaston “Gus” is the owner of three successful bars. He’s used to women coming on to him in his bars. He’s good at deflecting their advances. What he isn’t used to is seeing a woman that captures his attention like no other woman ever has, a woman that stirs something inside him he didn’t know was there. And having her tell him to leave her alone!

Chrissie is a thirty three year old woman living her dream of owning her own bakery, The Sweet Spot. She works long hours seven days a week so she has little time for anything but work. But it’s her best friend’s bachelorette party. So it’s a rare night out for her. Then she saw him. When he spoke, his voice wrapped around her like honey. He was gorgeous, much too gorgeous for her. She’s seen men like this before, men who only want you for one night and throw you away afterwards. No thanks.

Gus isn’t taking no for an answer. He’ll give her a little time to come around, but then he’s going after her. There was something there, something he needs to find out what it means.

So begins Gus and Chrissie. Gus was just everything. All swoony and over-protective and just amazing. Both have such busy lives and trying to fit in a new relationship isn’t easy. But they somehow make it work. There is some family drama on Chrssie’s end and she is an easy crier so that sort of annoyed me a little bit. But not enough to take away from the amazing connection these two had. She made Gus laugh. I loved who he was with her.

“I feel the possessive brand of his mouth on mine and his hold, like he’s staking his claim, telling me without words I belong to him.”

This was just a feel good, swoony, steamy book that made me so happy. I want a “Gus” in all of my books. Seriously, I think I had butterflies most of the way through. I’ve read a few of this author’s books, but not many. I definitely need to go through her book list and see what I’ve been missing. Because if there are more “Gus’s” there, then I need to meet them.