Thank you Netgalley for a copy in exchange for my honest review. This book is the second in the series of Manhattan Bossholes. I didn't read the first book before reading this. Calling Aiden, the billionnaire liquor mogul, a bosshole is an understatement. He is grumpy and arrogant, and kind of rubs me the wrong way even though he is hot. Cora is talented at mixing drinks and has dreams of opening up her own speakeasy. Her dreams could come true by taking a job at her ex's drink company. They were high school sweethearts, but can Cora open her heart again to Aiden and still get her dream? I kind of think Aiden didn't deserve a second chance with Cora. She deserves so much better, then though this is a grumpy x sunshine romance.

This book was my first by this author and, although it is part of a series, it can definitely be enjoyed as a standalone. It didn't feel like I was missing anything from not reading the first book at all and I love that about a series! I loved all of the characters...except for Levi, ha! Plus, I'm always a sucker for billionaire (because why not?!) and second chance romance tropes. Thank you to Relay Publishing for an advanced readers copy of this book via NetGalley.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC!
This second book in the Manhattan Bossholes series was a blast. I will admit I was put off by the title at first (come on, *bossholes?!* Imao) but Aiden and Cora's second-chance romance had me hooked from the start.
Former high-school sweethearts reconnect over a business deal, but old wounds resurface and the tension between them is electric. Aiden starts off a bit of a jerk (classic "bosshole" material), but as the story unfolds, I couldn't help but root for him to make things right with Cora. The chemistry is off-the-charts, and while some plot points feel familiar, the emotional rollercoaster kept me flipping pages. I loved Cora's strength and how both characters grow throughout the book. There is spicy content, but definitely less than other books l've read, maybe 2/5 🌶️. Overall was a fun, steamy read with plenty
of heart.

Mixologist with a Billionaire liquor brand owner, who happened to date back in the day. This creates a canvas for a story about heartache, emotions and love. I love how Leslie North brings her characters together in a fun and exciting way.

Thank you NetGalley for On the Rocks by Leslie North

Really good twisty, up and down story. Got me so much sucked in from the first chapter, that I was almost late for work because I didn't want to put the book down

Sparking A Second Chance

Aiden gave all American book boyfriend heartthrob. Cora had a bundle of adversities that had taken her life in the opposite direction and tugged on my heart strings.

But when dreams come true things didn’t always stay so hot in the lab.

I loved how these two just had fun enjoying life together-powdered donut prints and all. Many great examples of why someone shouldn’t run from love.

I received a free copy of this book from Leslie North and Relay Publishing. I am voluntarily leaving a review. All opinions are my own.

Grumpy company boss and a mysterious bartender.

He does everything he can to get her to work for him, but they know each other from before.

Funny story with interesting twists and turns that is very entertaining.

Have fun reading it yourself!

The heat is on. Temptation burns bright. Emotions run deep. Heartache is inevitable. On the Rocks, shakes romance to the core. Fire and ice collide with love and hate to create a push and pull showstopper that will steal your breath and melt your heart. Love on the edge has never felt so satisfying. Addictive reading.

The second book in this series has Cora as the masked bartender, mixing drinks and winning competitions with her concoctions is making her a hit online and she is hoping for bigger and better, just not with Aiden who she calls Mr. Grumpy/ he is trying to get her to work for him and the history that they have is not helping. This is another good read with good characters and a very good storyline. Very much worth the read.

I have never read anything by this author, but I will be looking out for other books they write in the future. I really enjoyed the story as well as the pacing of the story.

This was a strong sequel in the Manhattan Bossholes series, it had that element that I enjoyed from the previous book. I was hooked from the first page and thought the romance going on worked. Joanne Ryan has a strong writing style and was glad I read this and wanted more.

I loved this book. Cora is spunky and principled while still being deeply attracted to Aiden, which is so fun to read. Aiden is weirdly confident and unsure, which totally works. I also love a slow burn and the supporting characters are so fun and engaging.

Cora, a skilled bartender and social media influencer known as the Masked Mixer, is thriving in her craft, creating innovative cocktails and winning contests. At a mixology event, her world is shaken when Aiden Callihan, the man who broke her heart in high school, unexpectedly shows up. To make matters worse, Aiden doesn’t even recognize her.

Now a successful liquor entrepreneur, Aiden is looking to launch a line of handcrafted mocktails and believes Cora is the perfect collaborator. Despite her initial rejection and visible disdain, a formal job offer from Aiden’s company forces Cora to reconsider for the sake of her dream to open her own bar and elevate her social media brand.

Their collaboration begins with sharp banter and unresolved tension, but as they work together, buried feelings resurface. Cora and Aiden are drawn back into the familiarity of their past, grappling with lingering heartbreak and the possibility of a second chance.

With lively dialogue, emotional depth, and a cast of delightful characters, this heartwarming story explores themes of forgiveness, ambition, and love, leaving readers eager for the next chapter in the series.

Yay! After Perfect (mis) match, we move from perfume to cocktails. Aidan and Cora are high school Sweethearts. But after Aidan broke her heart, she has made a name for herself as the masked mixer. But she is in need for money and Aidan needs a new head of cocktails for the release of a new line of drinks. It’s a second chance romance, with Aidan being a less bosshole than Vincent. But he is still oblivious to everything around him.

A cute and cozy read and I can’t wait to read on about Nana Dee’s Lost Boys. Four out of five stars from me and a special thank you to Netgalley for providing the arc.

This book was great. Leslie North did a great job,
Making you feel like you were part of the story.
Aidens and Cora's story line hooks you from the beginning. Slow burn and then it gets spicy lol.
Shed a few tears. All in all I recommend this book

This was really fun! The comebacks and fights early on in the book were so good! And it just got better from there! And those spicy scenes were perfect!! Just so good!! Thank you to NetGalley and to the publisher for my digital ARC!!

This was definitely a hot read, was hanging on every word ! Going to need to check out others by Leslie North

I loved this title! North is one of my favorite writers. This one did not disappoint. The chemistry was spot on, the characters were likeable and The story moved fast. A win for the holiday season!

Oh this was a lot of fun! The tension between Cora and Aiden was brillant! Sweet moments in a forced promixety and the spice was great.

Leslie North might be a new favorite romance author!

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Perfect (mis)match & On the Rocks - I can't wait to see what happens in the next book in " Manhattan Bossholes" 😊

3.5★ It was such a rollercoaster ride of emotions, banters, romance and found family. Cora already had my heart from the first page in itself. Her character arc was everything. I was intrigued by Aiden’s infamous short temper from the first book, so experiencing it firsthand was a delight. A beautifully written second chance romance.
Leslie had me addicted to this series. Can’t wait for future books.

Thank You NetGalley and Publishers for the review copy of this book.

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