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Beautiful Bastard (Beautiful Bastard, #1)

Christina Lauren
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Beautiful Bastard (Beautiful Bastard, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Christina Lauren

Beautiful Bastard (Beautiful Bastard, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

271

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Beautiful Bastard by Christina Lauren follows the tension-filled, romantic entanglement between an ambitious intern and her demanding, attractive boss. Set against a corporate backdrop, the story explores themes of power dynamics, ambition, and passion.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

225,458 ratings

69%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Beautiful Bastard by Christina Lauren is a fast-paced, steamy romance that has captivated readers with its sizzling chemistry between characters. Fans appreciate its witty banter and engaging storyline. However, some critics find the plot predictable and character development lacking. Overall, it’s a passionate and entertaining read for romance enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Beautiful Bastard (Beautiful Bastard, #1)?

Readers who enjoy steamy, fast-paced romance with strong, witty protagonists will love Beautiful Bastard by Christina Lauren. Fans of Fifty Shades of Grey and Wallbanger will appreciate the chemistry and tension between characters, as well as the blend of humor, passion, and engaging storytelling.

4.1

225,458 ratings

69%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Beautiful Bastard began as fan fiction with the title "The Office" before being reworked and published as an original novel by the author duo Christina Lauren.

The collaboration between Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings under the pen name Christina Lauren began with Beautiful Bastard, marking their debut as a successful writing team.

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The Beautiful Bastard series has been translated into over a dozen languages, allowing it to reach an international audience and gain a global fan base.

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Book Details
Pages

271

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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