5/5
Refreshing...!
Refreshing... A simple love story... and straight to the heart...Luca and Tillie find what they are looking for by overcoming the odds together.
Luca Winters has worked hard to be the self-made billionaire that he is today. Left in the foster system as a child, he knows there is no one out there that will ever want him. He doesn’t care. Life has made him hard, tough, resilient. When Tillie Goodwin walks into his office, pleading with him not to tear apart her family’s company, he knows there is only one thing he wants from the brown-eyed temptress, and that is for her to be his wife.
Everyone has a price, and he didn’t expect Tillie to give up her freedom to help others—but she does.
He never expected her to be a virgin.
Tillie is curious about her new husband. Yes, he appears cruel, cold, and calculating, but little by little, she sees someone who needs to be loved. Their marriage hasn’t exactly gotten off to a great start, but that doesn’t mean they can't have a great one they both try.
Could she have it all with her grumpy billionaire, or will someone with a grudge against Luca take it all away from her?
Excerpt:
“I’m going to take a shower.”
“Okay. I have moved all my clothes into your wardrobe. Which side of the bed do you sleep on?”
“I don’t care,” he said, and then he moved past her, not quite touching her.
She got the hint of his masculine cologne, and for a second she couldn’t move. All she could do was stand and wait. He smelled so good. She had thought the same on their wedding day.
Tillie was tempted to slap her face, but she wasn’t interested in the pain, so she moved toward the bed. There was no obvious indentation where his head had been.
She opted for the right side, and she slid beneath the covers. His sheets were as soft as silk, and she rested her head against the pillow, which again felt so light. She closed her eyes and tried to relax.
I’m in my husband’s bed.
It is going to be fine.
She couldn’t hear the shower as the door was closed, but she knew he was naked and getting wet, and her imagination was starting to go wild.
Focus, Tillie, focus.
Go to sleep.
That would be easy.
Just go to sleep.
Sleep was not coming, and it certainly wasn’t anywhere closer as the door to the en suite opened, and Luca stepped into the bedroom, complete with a towel around his middle.
Most of his chest was bare apart from a single tattoo near his heart, and it looked like writing more than an image. Tillie wasn’t close enough to make out what it was.
He was currently drying his head with another towel, and as he did so, it seemed to flex and tighten all his muscles. Once he’d done his hair, she stayed perfectly still on the bed and listened to him move around.
Seconds passed, maybe even minutes, as he then padded back to the bathroom, only to return seconds later with nothing on.
He didn’t hide his body, but Tillie looked away.
She didn’t hear any other sign of him changing or pulling on a pair of pants before the light went out, and then he climbed into bed.
“Why are you tense?” he asked.
“Tense? I’m not tense.”
She nearly freaked out as his fingers touched her shoulder.
“I’m not going to hurt you.”
Tillie rolled over and came face to face with her husband. Even though the room was dark, she could still make him out.
“I know that,” she said.
Now all thought had left her. It had been a long time since they were this close. He was within touching distance. And kissing distance. And naked.
She couldn’t forget the naked part.
“Why are you tense?” he asked again.
Tillie opened her mouth, closed it, and then she had to try and think. Why wasn’t she naked? What was it about Luca Winters that took all her thoughts away and turned her into a bumbling idiot?
Ah, right, she remembered.
“You’re naked.”
She was pretty sure she saw the smirk on his lips, even though it was dark.
“Yes.”
“And you don’t own any pants?”
“You know I own pants, but none I wear to bed.”
“What about a pair of sweatpants?”
“No.”
She frowned. “Everyone owns a pair of sweatpants.”
“Not me.”
She glared at him. “You’re just trying to be difficult.”
“Actually, I’m not.” He leaned in a little closer and she felt his breath against her face.
He smelled minty and the temptation to kiss those sensual lips was so strong. She had no choice but to fight it.
Tillie didn’t have a clue what she was doing. She could cook and bake, even clean, and hold a conversation, but sex … all she knew was what she had read.
“I don’t sleep in clothes, and I’m not about to start.”
He further surprised her by the feel of his fingers sliding across her stomach.
“What are you doing?” she asked.
“Simple, I’m going to hold my wife as I sleep. Do you have a problem with that?”
“No.” Her answer didn’t quite sound right, so she cleared her throat and then responded, “No, I don’t.”
“Good.”
Product Reviews
5/5
Love!
This was a slightly more softer romance for this author, not what I normally expect from her... BUT I FREAKING LOVED IT! I couldn't put it down! I added both main characters and I couldn't get enough of their every interactions! I would love more like this... but to be fair I will literally read anything this author puts in front of me!
5/5
Tillie and Luca
I loved this book. Tillie is sweet and has a generous heart. Luca is a cold business man who saw Tillie and wanted her. You’ll love this sweet novella. ❤️
5/5
In the eye of the beholder
Luca Winters is a self made billionaire and known to be brutal in business. So when he finds a beautiful woman in his office asking for mercy for the workers at her fathers company he made her an offer. Tillie was to marry Luca as a part of the bargain. The marriage is at the beginning, to strangers together, but slowly everything changes. The attraction and feelings they have for each other is growing. This is a very sweet story. Lots of HEA.
5/5
So good!
I really loved this one! Luca took Tillie as his wife when she begged him to save her father's company. He decided to marry her in exchange for the company's fate, not realizing how perfect she was for him. Their story was just so good!
5/5
Family
What can I say? I loved the story. Their love might not have been love at first sight, but it was a love-matched. Well, they did their best to have their marriage work. Her wife changed him into a better man, and everyone noticed and loved that fact.
5/5
Loved it
She married him to save her dad's employees. They are both attracted to each other. I couldn't put this one down. This is my favorite so far, I have loved all of Sam Crescent's books and this is my favorite to date.
5/5
A Must Read
A wonderful story with great characters. Tillie and Luca decide to enter into a business marriage so that they can both get what they want, including saving her family business and all its employees. What started as a marriage of convenience quickly grows into something more.
5/5
SO GOOD
I loved Tillie and Luca, they had so much feelings even as a convience at the time to save the company it was so much more then that. They felt things and it was just so right. It's short but packs a punch and I enjoyed it alot.
5/5
Super sweet and fast-paced!
This fast-paced, steamy romance is both sweet and spicy! Luca Winters, a workaholic billionaire with a rough past in the foster care system, has no plans for a wife or kids. That is, until he meets Tillie Goodwin. Luca presents her with a life-changing proposal: marry him, and he'll save her father's company from being dismantled. Tillie, ever selfless and caring, agrees to the deal to protect the company’s employees. She’s an incredibly sweet character, and I adored how she gradually helps Luca realize he is capable of love and deserving of it, too. Their journey to a happily-ever-after is heartwarming and filled with sizzling chemistry. I loved seeing how their relationship blossomed and how they both grew together. This story is a delightful mix of love, passion, and sweet moments that left me smiling.
5/5
Short Story
I've read a lot of books written by Sam Crescent; she is one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of her books. She has written another good stand-alone short story. The story is about Tillie & Luca.
5/5
What a book!!!
His Willing Wife was such a great book!!! Sam Crescent never disappoints with her world and characters she’s created. This book is a contemporary romance with drama and spice. I thought the storyline was original and page turning. The characters were complex, had great banter between each other and had a slow building chemistry. I am so ready for what comes next!!!
5/5
Luca and Tillie
From the blurb -- daughter weds tycoon to save her father's fledging company -- I thought this was going to be your typical dark book where the FMC is treated terribly but somehow still manages to fall in love with the mofo MMC. While I actually love those books, this was a welcome departure. Luca is entranced by Tillie's sacrifice and his fascination quickly blossoms into more. Tillie has the courage to reach for the kind of warm, loving marriage her grandparents had even though her own had a transactional start. It also served as a reminder that women pick different paths in life and we should honor the women who choose to work inside the home as much as those who choose to work outside of it. I loved it and would welcome a follow-up book about Tillie's brother.
4/5
His Willing Wife!
This is a sweet and steamy read about Luca and Tillie. The Goodwin Empire is collapsing and are close to declaring bankruptcy. Luca, a self made billionaire, has had his eye on the company for sometime. He has finally started the procedures to purchase the family owned company. He is completely caught by surprise by the daughter of the family, Tillie, when she approaches him to help secure the employees jobs. is purchasing. Marriage to him is the deal made. I enjoyed this story and love the characters. Luca had not had it easy in his life. He was a product of the system, never had a family and he believe all of his life his family had not wanted him. He is in control and takes what he wants. Tillie rocks his world and completely baffles him. I love how their story develops. The story is sweet and fun with some serious aspects, love, passion, danger, family, greed and more.
5/5
awesome read
Luca Winters was put into the foster system and learned a lot from it and he is a self-made billionaire. He buys dying companies and rips them apart only keeping what works and making it work better. When he decides to take on the Goodwin empire, Tillie Goodwin, the daughter, goes to him and they make a deal- if they wed, then he wouldn't rip it apart, and her father and brother would continue to work there. She did this because the people who worked for the company were important to her. It's not their fault, what happened and having so many lose their jobs would be really bad. However, those that don't do their job were agreed (by Luca and Tillie) to be let go. Finding out those that fit this category was surprising and the book goes into detail. I giggled, laughed, squeed, sniffled, punched a pillow a few times and chewed on my nails while reading this book. I loved it. It didn't disappoint. I'd like to see her brother David get a book too. I can't wait to see if there is anything else coming.
5/5
Engaging romance with heat and heart
This was an engaging arranged marriage for Tillie and Luca. Tillie, with a heart of gold, appeals to Luca after he buys her family's company, to not break it up. To help the workers. He was blown away at her selflessness and agreed with the price of marriage. These two are basically strangers, but their love grows in a good way - and it's intense ;P They have some intrigue to deal with that brings some family drama, but Luca ends up with more than the best wife ever, he gets the family he never had. Loved it!
5/5
being truw to your emotions
Luca helps rescuing the company if Tillie’s family She is not involved in the company, but comes to him demanding to treat their good workers right. She intrigues him and he is willing to give her what she wants, when she marries him. Shortly after they are married and he not only discovers that she was a virgin, but that she is a genuine, sensual and caring woman. Luca always wants to have control and has emotions for Tillie he can not control, so he more or less pushes her away. They live together, or better coexist. When her brother visitis Tillie he helps her see, she has to fight if she wants a relationship with Luca like their grandparents had, one of real love. Luca wanted to marry her, no other woman, so this has to mean something. I enjoyed the story and writing style, could not put it down. What a love and a couple.
5/5
Great story
Luca's hard work got him to where he was today from foster kid no one wanted to a self made billionaire, and now hes set his sights on Tillie, who came to beg for her families buisness to be spared for the workers sake, only to end up as his wife in return. He's cold and grumpy but Tillie sees another side to him, but will it be enough to live happily ever after when another wants to destroy it all? Well written engaging slow burning desires, forced marriage and more
5/5
Luca and Tillie.
Love this short read. Luca was such a sweetheart love him in the way he love Tillie and Tillie was just perfect for him. She gave him the family that he thought he never needed but wanted in his life. Love this short read.
5/5
Marriage of Convenience
The narrative follows Tillie's desperate plea to salvage her family's company from the ruthless hands of Luca, whose icy exterior hides a longing for genuine connection. Their unconventional bargain, exchanging Tillie's hand in marriage for the company's preservation, sets the stage for a whirlwind of emotions and unexpected twists. What stands out in this story is the genuine chemistry between Tillie and Luca, despite their initial differences. Tillie's compassionate nature gradually melts Luca's hardened demeanor, leading to a tender and heartfelt exploration of their relationship. The drama is well written to not overwhelm the story. One of the highlights is the resolution of the misunderstanding involving Tillie's mother, which adds depth to the story and reinforces the theme of forgiveness and redemption. While the premise might seem formulaic, the execution breathes new life into the familiar trope, offering readers a satisfying and heartwarming conclusion. Overall, "His Willing Wife," is a captivating read that delivers on both romance and emotional depth. Engaging plot with swoony H and plenty of spice.
5/5
So good
This story was short but it's a full on story. Tillie goes to Luca's office to beg him NOT to tear apart the company her family owns and runs. Luca has never had anyone who cared for him but Tillie intrigues him so he makes her a deal, give herself to him as his wife and he promises to not tear the company apart. What follows is a cute story that has a lot of feels. There is a bit of drama but it's not overwhelming. Will Luca and Tillie make their marriage work or will Luca remain aloof and avoid his wife? I loved it especially when the misunderstanding with Tillie's mom comes to light and things work out for them. I was very tempted to not like her mom but things turned out good on that front! This was a great story and I loved it!!
5/5
Awesome
I love how this book wasn't a insta-love story. That it started off a little slower. This book was just right. I enjoyed even more knowing they had to work up to it. I will definitely read this book again.
5/5
I loved it
Just like the tittle of the book itself. Female lead was really willing to be his wife without any hidden agenda or having anything in return. I was upset at the beginning where male lead fought his attraction but again u understood where he came from and gow trust was hard for him. It was charming and beautiful after they both overcome their fears. I also like male lead encounter with female lead brother. It was cute and fun and was very happy for their brotherhood. Good job I enjoyed this soo well.
5/5
Good Story!!
I really enjoyed reading His Willing Wife. Tillie and Luca’s story was a very quick read for me once I started reading it and loved the ending.
5/5
being truw to your emotions
Luca helps rescuing the company if Tillie’s family She is not involved in the company, but comes to him demanding to treat their good workers right. She intrigues him and he is willing to give her what she wants, when she marries him. Shortly after they are married and he not only discovers that she was a virgin, but that she is a genuine, sensual and caring woman. Luca always wants to have control and has emotions for Tillie he can not control, so he more or less pushes her away. They live together, or better coexist. When her brother visitis Tillie he helps her see, she has to fight if she wants a relationship with Luca like their grandparents had, one of real love. Luca wanted to marry her, no other woman, so this has to mean something. I enjoyed the story and writing style, could not put it down. What a love and a couple.
4/5
Luca and Tillie
This was a good read. Tillie was sweet and would do anything for her family. Luca was a business man who was cold and calculating. I love how Luca's character grew and how he changed for Tillie. It was enjoyable and the characters were great especially Tillie.
4/5
Enjoyable read
Sam jas once again delivered an enjoyable read. Good pace and a very enjoyable story! You will be left feeling happy and content!
5/5
Nice read
This was a sweet read. Low angst which is what I was in the mood for. As per usual Sam Crescent writes interesting characters and this is no different. Tilly offers herself to Luca as a way for the cold businessman to agree to keep the hardworking staff employed in the business her family have had to sell. She's a breath of fresh air in his cold life as she shows him what it's like to be married.
5/5
Great
Luca and Tillie are in a marriage of convivence, it is something that they are both not sure how to navigate since they don't know much about each other. I love how Tillie took the initiative to communicate with Luca about the status of their relationship and how to progress into a more loving one. It was a nice read to see how this couple and their personalities made the story.
4/5
The best business decisions sometimes doesn't involve money
Tillie, willing to put herself and her future on the line for her family's company. Lucas, a successful businessman; is he willing to change how he does business and have a chance for a family? In typical Sam Crescent fashion, 2 souls that seem to have nothing in common just maybe might be able to have a future together! This story is sure to sweep you off your feet into a feel good HEA for a very deserving couple!
4/5
OMG! This book is incredible! I couldn't stop reading!
Wow! This story completely surprised me. I went in not expecting much, but it turned out to be amazing: cute, funny, and heartwarming all rolled into one. Tillie and Luca were fantastic together. It's a kinda arranged marriage with forced proximity thrown in, which equals tons of sexual tension. But seriously, the story was so good I couldn't put it down! I devoured it in one sitting. Thank you so much for sending me this ARC and giving me the chance to read such a great book. Highly recommend!<3
5/5
Great story
Luca's hard work got him to where he was today from foster kid no one wanted to a self made billionaire, and now hes set his sights on Tillie, who came to beg for her families buisness to be spared for the workers sake, only to end up as his wife in return. He's cold and grumpy but Tillie sees another side to him, but will it be enough to live happily ever after when another wants to destroy it all? Well written engaging slow burning desires, forced marriage and more
5/5
Luca and Tillie.
Love this short read. Luca was such a sweetheart love him in the way he love Tillie and Tillie was just perfect for him. She gave him the family that he thought he never needed but wanted in his life. Love this short read.
5/5
Marriage of Convenience
The narrative follows Tillie's desperate plea to salvage her family's company from the ruthless hands of Luca, whose icy exterior hides a longing for genuine connection. Their unconventional bargain, exchanging Tillie's hand in marriage for the company's preservation, sets the stage for a whirlwind of emotions and unexpected twists. What stands out in this story is the genuine chemistry between Tillie and Luca, despite their initial differences. Tillie's compassionate nature gradually melts Luca's hardened demeanor, leading to a tender and heartfelt exploration of their relationship. The drama is well written to not overwhelm the story. One of the highlights is the resolution of the misunderstanding involving Tillie's mother, which adds depth to the story and reinforces the theme of forgiveness and redemption. While the premise might seem formulaic, the execution breathes new life into the familiar trope, offering readers a satisfying and heartwarming conclusion. Overall, "His Willing Wife," is a captivating read that delivers on both romance and emotional depth. Engaging plot with swoony H and plenty of spice.
5/5
So good
This story was short but it's a full on story. Tillie goes to Luca's office to beg him NOT to tear apart the company her family owns and runs. Luca has never had anyone who cared for him but Tillie intrigues him so he makes her a deal, give herself to him as his wife and he promises to not tear the company apart. What follows is a cute story that has a lot of feels. There is a bit of drama but it's not overwhelming. Will Luca and Tillie make their marriage work or will Luca remain aloof and avoid his wife? I loved it especially when the misunderstanding with Tillie's mom comes to light and things work out for them. I was very tempted to not like her mom but things turned out good on that front! This was a great story and I loved it!!
5/5
Awesome
I love how this book wasn't a insta-love story. That it started off a little slower. This book was just right. I enjoyed even more knowing they had to work up to it. I will definitely read this book again.
4/5
Enjoyable
His Willing Wife - Sam Crescent Luca Winters is a formidable business man who after starting his life in the Foster system is reliant on no one but himself. However, when Tillie Goodwin of The Goodwin Empire Family walks into his office with the only intention of helping others not herself he is completely surprised and those actions cause him to be instantly drawn to her but he is unsure as to why. This is a well written story although it starts after their marriage has already taken place. I was hoping to read the build up of the big day and the wedding night but we bypass that. The couple suddenly decide to make a go of their relationship and move on from there. There isn't much tension or disagreements and a bit of action with uncle Ed but I was hoping for a bit more. That being said it is still an enjoyable read that progressed at a steady pace with likeable characters and some steamy scenes and a happily ever after that we all love to read. Happy Reading. 4 out of 5 stars. Please note that I was given an arc of this book for my honest review which is exactly what I have given.
