A Class Act: A forbidden workplace romance

· January James
4.2
4 reviews
Ebook
300
Pages

About this ebook

"You're not going anywhere. You're mine. Do you understand?"


"An unexpected and delightful story. Marcus and Lottie will keep you turning the pages well into the night." <i>Ivy Smoak, International Bestselling Author


A gorgeous, charismatic, but famously-attached CEO.

A feisty and ambitious career girl with a secret.

A city where class never goes out of style, and success is the ultimate bling.

This is a story of talent, brains, hunger and insatiable desire.


“This book is like no other romance I have ever read.” 5 star Amazon review

“This is an incredible debut novel.” 5 star Amazon review

”The sensual tension and chemistry is off the charts!” @taysreadingnook


A fake persona, a blossoming career and a CEO she hates and desires in equal measure. What could go wrong?


Lottie Matheson has everything going for her: wealth and privilege, single-minded ambition and a brand new graduate job in the thick of London’s thrilling start-up scene. 

But Lottie Matheson isn’t who she seems. Hiding behind a false identity to distance herself from a troubled background, Lottie becomes embroiled in an affair with her brilliant and charismatic but famously attached CEO Marcus Armstrong. But, as their relationship intensifies, their colleagues become suspicious, and before long, the secrets are out. All of them.

With everything broken – her heart, her reputation, her spirit – will Lottie ever find the strength to start again?

A Class Act is part of the Square Mile interlinked series of books, perfect for fans of Louise Bagshawe, Tasmina Perry, LJ Shen and Anna Todd.

The Square Mile series follows some of the sexiest and most privileged alpha men in London's famous banking quarter in the City, along with the bright, beautiful and ambitious women who bring them to heel.


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“Made my skin burn from all the feelings I had for it. This is a definite must read and I highly recommend it!” 

Marsha, 5 stars, Goodreads


“A brilliant debut novel.”

Ruby, 5 stars, Goodreads


“Great book. Couldn’t put it down.”

Karina, 5 stars, Goodreads


“When you think of an office romance, you think you’ve read them all. January James blew that assumption to smithereens.” 

Erika, 5 stars, Goodreads


“This story took my breath away, it made me feel so much.”

The Hybrid Reads, 5 stars


“I couldn't get enough, every page you turn, you hope that it's not the ending… I loved this book so much I have started to re-read…”

Pat, 5 stars, Goodreads


“This book was a roller coaster for me. I was angry, swooning, laughing, crying, it took me all over the map, and I couldn’t put it down.”

Mariah, 5 stars, Goodreads


“This is an incredible debut novel.”

Kerrie, 5 stars, Goodreads


“[Marcus] is definitely a book boyfriend that every woman should have the joy of discovering!”

Little Pleasures Book Review, 5 stars


“This book is filled with drama and unexpected twists that kept me on edge.” 

Keep turning those pages. 5 stars, Goodreads


“To sum it up in the simplest terms, this book took me pleasantly by surprise and I just love it, it had all the feels and was well rounded and I'm just beyond happy that I read it.”

Turn the page mama. 5 stars, Goodreads


“After a few pages in I knew I was going to be hooked. This story was written so beautifully.”

Julie, 5 stars, Goodreads


“I loved this book. I loved how it was written and how each character in the story came about.” 

Monique, 5 stars, Goodreads


“This debut from January James does not disappoint. I was hooked from the beginning.” 

Kristie, 5 stars, Goodreads


“Totally unprepared for how fantastic this book turned out to be.”

Jules, 5 stars, Goodreads


“I really can't believe this was her first book.” 

Lauren, 5 stars, Goodreads


“I loved this book. I got it today, blew off work, and read it through ‘til the very end.

Congratulations on a great debut book.”

Jennifer, 5 stars, Goodreads


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“Ms. James does such an amazing job with the storyline that you feel like you are a part of it.”

Mona, 5 stars, Goodreads


“There is a lot more going on than just a romance. There is self-discovery, true friendship, work/life balance, love and betrayal and it is all woven together perfectly in this book.”

Shannon, 5 stars, Goodreads


“Hands down one of the best books I have read in a long time.” 

Sophia, 5 stars, Goodreads


“Beautifully written! It kept me on the edge of my seat and I've lost hours of sleep just thinking it over and over.” 

Hayley, 5 stars, Goodreads


“Absolutely devoured! What an incredible book. This was one of those books that I couldn’t put down but tried to make it last as long as possible so it didn’t end.” 

Ashlea, 5 stars, Goodreads


“Between working, tending to the kids, cleaning and making dinner—I couldn’t put this book down and finished it in 2 days!”

Mohini, 5 stars, Goodreads


“Ms. James is surely a rising star in modern romance. This author's world building is exceptional.”

Sarah, 5 stars, Goodreads


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“I was so hooked I could put my tablet down, I had to finish the book.”

Samantha, 5 stars, Goodreads


“Through deceit, jealousy and greed this story walks you through cut-throat business; a solid depiction of the goings on in the ivory towers.”

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Mrs, 5 stars, Goodreads


“The writing of this book was so stunning I could barely put it down. It literally had me craving for more and more. This book has scandal, smut, steam, and thrills. It will leave you with the appreciation that life can be tough, but you can love hard and work hard and be a total boss and make your dreams come true.”

Marie, 5 stars, Goodreads


“This book had everything. Corporate intrigue, the struggle to start over new , back biters and fake friends. I started this book yesterday afternoon and couldn't put it down.”

Jenelle, 5 stars, Goodreads


“This is a book you cannot put down once you get into it.” 

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“The twists and turns between characters and not knowing what was going to happen kept me up late into the night reading.” 

Alexandria, 5 stars, Goodreads

Ratings and reviews

4.2
4 reviews
Tersea Smith
October 24, 2020
The story was really good, the only thing I would’ve liked more was Marcus and Lottie having more of a connection in the earlier chapters. I didn’t feel the chemistry until half way through. Once the chemistry kicked in I absolutely loved the book. My heart hurt for Lottie, she just wanted better for herself, I’m so happy she got her HEA. I was given a copy of this book but this is a true and honest review
Erin Lewis
July 31, 2020
4 Star review of A Class Act (Square Mile #1) by January James This month I have read a number of new to me authors. This is January James debut novel and if this book is anything to go by she is an author to keep an eye on. From the first to the last chapter I was fully invested in Lottie Matheson and Marcus Armstrong’s story. Lottie is hiding from her past and yet she cannot help but become involved with her boss Alpha CEO Marcus. When their relationship raises questions, secrets will be revealed, but at what cost to Lottie? I really liked Lottie, she is strong and determined whilst Marcus may be abrupt but when they are together the chemistry between them is intense. This is a steamy, entertaining office romance with drama, angst and suspense and I cannot wait to read more in this series.
Marina Skinner
July 25, 2020
4.5 stars A Class Act is a riveting exciting debut story that I couldn’t put down. Lottie is a force to be reckoned with. Her whole demeanor in her dream job and how she seems so very in tune with the business, I thought with her brains, a strong drive to succeed and ideas, that will all help her get far in life. Especially since her past was less than desirable. Marcus, the Ceo is an abrupt businessman but he sees himself in Lottie when he first started his company. Although he’s difficult to work with and Lottie isnt quite sure what to make of him, you can feel the sizzling chemistry between them. This office romance had everything you could want in a book. Interesting characters,some suspense, a whole lot of drama, steamy moments and a surprising ending. All in all a great first book and I definitely want to read more from the author.

About the author

January James lives in the smallest cottage in East Sussex with her husband, daughter and imaginary cockapoo. She spends her days dreaming up new stories and trying her best to avoid indoor soft play.

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