Checkmate: This is Love (Travis & Viola, #2) (Checkmate Duet #2) by Kennedy Fox

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Viola Fisher is the epitome of perfection.

She despises my one-night stands and mocks my less-than-classy habits.

She’s smart, beautiful, and too good to be true.

And I want her.

If she were anyone else, I’d have made my move years ago, but considering she’s my best friend’s little sister, she’s always been off-limits. Not to mention how much she loathes my very existence. 

Hating me is her religion, but needing her is mine. Her sexy curves and filthy smart mouth make me want her even more, and I’m more determined than ever to change her mind. 

I’ll prove I’m done playing games.

But until then, we’ll continue to play by her rules.

Viola Fisher may have won the battle, but the war isn’t over yet.

Checkmate, princess.

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This is the second book in the Checkmate Series, but it's also the second book in the duet revolving around Travis and Viola. The authors were cruel and ended the first book in a cliffy so I dove right into this book because of course I have no patience and had to know what happens with Traviola!

Of course Viola sort of goes back to her old ways of not completely trusting Travis and it strains their relationship, but also Travis isn't completely open with Viola or Drew so he doesn't help the situation AT ALL! When Viola is off putting her diploma to good use Travis is hell bent on staying true to her and it. was. so. SWEET! I just love how he finally got his act together and basically grew up and became a man, because that's what Viola needs. She doesn't need a player, or a guy who thinks he loves her, or a guy who loves her but doesn't keep her in the loop to "protect" her, she needs a real man who will go the distance with her and FINALLY that's what Travis grows into. He was patient and kind, stable and sweet, all while being super duper sexy!

All of the sizzle is still there and even more passionate if that's even possible. Traviola is one of those couples that is so in tune with each other it's just sick, but also utter perfection! This series should be read because you will be in for a wild ride! This is one of those books that filled with characters that you'll want to pick up and revisit again and again. There are so many up and downs, but through it all I was rooting for a true HEA and I was not disappointed!

5/5 Fangs

Checkmate: This is War (Travis & Viola, #1) (Checkmate Duet #1) by Kennedy Fox

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*An enemies to lovers romance*

Travis King is the worst kind of asshole.

He taunts me for being a good girl and mocks my high standards. 

He’s cruel, crass, and has enough confidence to last two lifetimes. 

And I hate him.

It wouldn’t matter so much if he were avoidable. 

But considering he’s my older brother’s best friend and roommate, I see him more than I’d ever want to.

His sculpted abs and gorgeous eyes are a waste on such an egotistical man, which makes me hate him even more.

Even though I’ve had a crush on him since I was ten, the feelings weren’t mutual and he’s always made that very clear.

He’s always loved getting under my skin and one night against my better judgment, I let him in my bed. 

I’ve succumbed to his manwhore ways, but that doesn’t change a thing.

Because the King is about to get played at his own game—and lose.

Checkmate.

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I started this series at the recommendation of a friend but little did I know I would be hooked instantly! I also didn't think that I would binge read every single book in the series, but I did, I totally did! I always love a good enemies to lovers story because I love all of the torment and angst that consumes the characters. So I was only too happy to have that angst come my way with Viola and Travis!

Viola and Travis are both completely misjudged by one another. Viola thinks Travis is the disgusting player who can't keep it in his pants, and he sort of is but he's also so much more than that! He's hard working, and thoughtful, and can be a real sweetheart when he cares for someone. Travis thinks Viola is a frigid book nerd, which she sort of is, at least the booknerd part. Yes she loves Harry Potter and studies her butt off, she also cares about those around her. 

From the beginning it was torture because I wanted them together but I also wanted them at war because it was so fun to read! I loved seeing Travis breaking down Viola's walls that have been in place for so long. And those walls needed to come down because the chemistry between them is so real! I felt it down to my toes, guys! I can definitely say there were times when I wanted to scream at Viola and tell her to just listen, but I couldn't fault her because she's a fellow book nerd and I related to her so much. 

Through all of the angst and arguments, this couple had me feeling all tingly inside too! The hate sex they had was...AWESOME! And the love sex they had...sublime. And lets just say the ending killed me, but luckily I had already purchased the second book and you should do the same, trust me.  

4/5 Fangs