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At First Spite

A Harlot's Bay Novel

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At First Spite

By: Olivia Dade
Narrated by: Joy Nash
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A Library Journal Romance Pick of the Month

Bestselling author Olivia Dade welcomes you to Harlot’s Bay in this delightfully sexy rom-com about a woman who buys the town's famous Spite House, only to realize the infuriating man she can't stand lives right next door—and their unwilling proximity might spark something neither can ignore.

When Athena Greydon’s fiancé ends their engagement, she has no choice but to move into the Spite House she recklessly bought him as a wedding gift. Which is a problem, for several reasons: The house, originally built as a brick middle finger to the neighbors, is only ten feet wide. Her ex’s home is literally attached to hers. And Dr. Matthew Vine the Freaking Third—AKA the uptight, judgy jerk who convinced his younger brother to leave her—is living on her other side, only a four-foot alley away.

If she has to see Matthew every time she looks out her windows, she might as well have some fun with the situation. By, say, playing erotic audiobooks at top volume with those windows open. A woman living in a Spite House is basically obligated to get petty payback however she can, right?

Unfortunately, loathing Matthew proves more difficult than anticipated. He helps her move. He listens. And he’s kind of…hot? Dammit.

Matthew may not regret ending his brother's engagement, but he does regret what the breakup has done to Athena. He'll help her however he can. If that means finding her work, fine. If that means enduring nightly steamy story hours, so be it. And if that means watching Athena through their windows a bit too often and caring about her a bit too much…well, nothing can come of it. She’ll never forgive him. Even if she did, how could he ever tell his beloved younger brother the truth—that Matthew wants the very same woman he encouraged Johnny to leave?

©2024 Olivia Dade (P)2024 HarperCollins Publishers
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My favorite of Dade’s work yet. And the narration was wonderful. 10/10 would recommend. Also has amazing mental health representation ❤️❤️❤️

Beautiful, funny, sweet, and a little spicy

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The book seemed a little long in the middle but ended very well, I would recommend reading it.

The story had a lot f humor I wasn’t expecting

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Got this for a credit after reading someone rave about it on the romance books subreddit. Was NOT disappointed! I loved the writing, and found myself chuckling often. Also loved the portrayal of mental health - running to find the next book of hers to read!

So thankful I found Olivia Dade!

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possible spoilers, but I really didn't like the whole 30+ y.o man child thing - he did develop by the end.
the ending was kinda rushed in my opinion, they get together after months, only to break up too soon and then the apology wasn't enough to mee

nice story but has a few major meh plots

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What a book o don’t even know were to start. This was a book that I had to listen on pieces because at some times it was too intense and emotional for me. Loved the way the author touched the depression topic. It was just an emotional experience. 10 stars if I could. Great Narration.

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I loved everything about this book. I haven't fallen in love with a book boyfriend this hard since the first time I read Pride and Prejudice. it's perfect.

Book Hangover

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I really enjoyed this book for the humor, romance, and humanity. The FMC's struggle with depression was so well described and I felt seen and represented by the heroine. I felt the relationship between the two brothers happens more often than people think, too. I really enjoyed the book and look forward to the next one in the series.

I felt so seen

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Absolutely my fave book of the year so far! I just finished and am immediately starting all over.

Such a true depiction of depression

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Great read! Absolutely LOVE the story line and humor of the book. Would definitely be a recommended read.

love the humor of the book

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As someone that has suffered from depression, this was a beautiful and real story that hit home in so many ways.

Tearjerker

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