Drew & Courtney Duet: A Best Friend's Brother, Friends to Lovers Romance (Includes: This is Reckless & This is Effortless) (Checkmate Collections Book 2)

Okay - this is a perfect example of why I dislike the duet concept. The need to fill two books took an interesting concept and turned it into something over done and frankly a little boring towards the end.I liked Drew and Courtney and liked the set up for their story. Friends/roommates who gradually realize there is more to to their relationship. Add a crazy ex and a dangerous job for some drama, siblings and friends for a good secondary cast and you have the makings of one good book.When stretched to two books, we ended up with a lot of filler that just left me flat. The sexy time even got old, especially once it started getting a little too creative.I also struggled with the fact that several plot points were introduced, but never fully resolved. Combined with the heavy continuation of Travis/Viola’s story and the lead in to the next books and this was just too much.There is so much potential here, I wish the authors behind the pen name would stop writing duets and focus on telling the story without the extras.

After finishing the first duet in this steamy sex-tuplet (<-- see what I did there?) series, I figured the rest just needed to be ordered as boxed sets since I KNEW I was going to finish reading them all. I was hesitant to move on to Courtney and Drew's story after being so enamored by Travis and Viola, however I am so glad that I did. The set up for the story line is completely different, as is the chemistry (in its own completely spectacular way!). It was lovely that the characters continued their stories throughout though, so we get plenty more snippets of Travis and Viola who btw are definitely the "old married couple" at this point :P Still snarky as hell though! I don't know how these ladies do it, but I was sucked in and finished this duet in just a few days. -no true spoilers below-THIS IS RECKLESS-After the crazy onslaught of feelings evoked with the previous duet (Traviola for short here, you know if you've read them), I really expected this to start with a bang but it didn't; I felt like this book started a bit slower than the others. Don't get me wrong, once the story picked up and Drew realized just what he was missing by being ignorant of ALL the signals Courtney gave him for years...things quickly got sexy and the plot was great. I absolutely LOVE how feisty and do-it-yourself Courtney is, she's a true tough southern gal and I adore her for it. You get so much more of that here, it really separates her character from Viola's which I was worried I'd have a hard time doing. Drew is protective, strong, smart and quick on his feet and the chemistry between the two is fantabulous! I enjoyed how the story progressed, and although I HATED her - Mia Montgomery really added an interesting and daunting aspect that keeps you on your toes as you grow to despise her and root for Courtney and Drew to get rid of her ass! The ending (mega cliffhanger) will have you BEGGING FOR MORE!THIS IS BEAUTIFUL-I couldn't believe the cliffhanger that Kennedy Fox left for us in THIS IS RECKLESS. If I hadn't of purchased the boxed set and just have been able to swipe to the next page, I probably would have overreacted and faked a heart attack or something. My heart was pounding in my chest and I felt every single emotion that Courtney was experiencing at the terror of what happened to them in Las Vegas. The author really wove the feelings of fear, right alongside passion and romance throughout this entire novel and I couldn't get enough of it. Courtney and Drew's relationship is tested over and over through this story, had it been me honestly I don't know if I would have stuck around. But EEK I am so glad that Courtney did because of course, it all turns out magical in the end and I loved every single second of their journey.This leaves me #1. SO excited to read about the Bishop brothers in 2018, and #2. SUPER excited to dive into Logan and Kayla's story in the next duet. These books are a must people!

This is why I like to write reviews right after I read a book because I will have forgotten all the important things I want to say about the book. But if I remember correctly I think this was the least of my favorite out of the three couples of the series. I think it has to do with the fact that the ex-girlfriend Mia was a real psycho and that Drew really should've seen it so much sooner because everyone that was close to him hates her. I'm not sure why he was so hung up on her! He's a cop...someone who is observant and should be looking under all the false trappings to the underlying motives. If he did that he would've broken up with Mia after a few days. Even in Travis and Viola's story I'm not sure why Drew would stay with in a long distance relationship with someone. Seriously, I almost felt like Courtney should just give up because she deserved better than Drew.

After reading Checkmate Series #1: Travis and Viola, I was very eager to read about Viola’s brother Drew and her best friend Courtney. This is a great friends to lovers/best friend’s brother romance. And it did not disappoint. I enjoyed watching Courtney and Drew blur the lines of their friendship. Courtney’s feelings for Drew were no secret. There were moments where Drew frustrated me, but it was so worth it when Drew FINALLY opened his eyes and realized how toxic his ex was.

Finally got to the interesting part where Mia is finally out of the picture. Sad that she had go like that but no more worries & just focus on themselves more. Love Love Love the Epilogue. So romantic and emotional. I almost teared up. Love the Bishop brothers. As soon as I'm done with the Checkmate series, I will definitely read the Bishop boys. Can't wait to see what's in store them zany boys.

I purchased the box set of This Is Dangerous and This Is Effortless. I love every single word of the books. I happened to fall in love with Courtney since I've read This Is War and This Is Love and I'm happy her and Drew have their own books. Kennedy Fox delivered books that are well written, the plot develops flawlessly and all the dramas with the crazy ex have me screaming and gasping for air. I can't wait to read the next books. Very enjoyable, I highly recommend the series.

Even through all of the drama with Drew's ex I am glad that everything worked out for Drew and Courtney. Great read can't wait for the next one

A continue to the amazing read that was book one of this series. great plot and chemistry with the main characters. another one!!

Loved this story of Drew and Courtney.Hot. Sweet. Angsty. Loving. With an added bit of scary thriller woven through.Awesome story and definitely recommended.

You can’t help but fall for these characters. I love how this duet shows that you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover and our blond bombshell demonstrates so many layers of depth and is one fiery character. You also get introduced to Courtney’s crazy and handsome brothers! Draw also plays the straight laced but sexy officer.

It's really great to have two books in one, especially since is a duet.However, This is Effortless was not really necessary. This is Reckless was way better and should've ended there.

A LOT of cheesy things and anger towards a person in particular but LOVE IT