Fighting Dirty: An MMA Romance

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4.7
73 reviews
Ebook
384
Pages

About this ebook

He’s the hottest MMA fighter in the game, but one woman is ready to try out a few steamy moves of her own in an unforgettable novel from New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster

With the life he’s led and the muscles he’s gained, Armie Jacobson isn’t afraid of anything. Except maybe Merissa Colter’s effect on him. It’s not just that she’s his best friend’s little sister. Fact is, she deserves better. Women pursue him for one night of pleasure, and that’s all he wants to offer. Until rescuing Merissa from a robbery leads to the most erotic encounter of his life.

Good girl meets bad boy. It’s a story that rarely ends well. But Merissa is taking matters into her own hands. No matter how he views himself, the Armie she knows is brave, honorable and completely loyal. And as past demons and present-day danger collide, they’re both about to learn what’s truly worth fighting for…

Ratings and reviews

4.7
73 reviews
Jonel B. (Pure Jonel)
January 22, 2016
Foster writes suspense on many levels with this one. Romance abounds while danger strikes. I found myself guessing what would happen next, enjoying the seamlessly woven plot. I was completely lost in this world, engaging with the characters and living right alongside them. Being back alongside these fighters and those that they hold dear was an emotional joy ride for me that I can’t wait to experience again. Foster brings her characters to life on and off the page. Armies’ past is such a poignant counterpoint to who he I in the present. He is such a complexly crafted character. The many layers to who he is all peel away at certain points allowing you to really see the nitty gritty of who he is and what makes him tick. Rissy’s need for acceptance and to be herself vies only with her need to be close with Armie. I loved seeing her come to life when they were together. And the chemistry between these two! Foster writes it so that it comes naturally to them, leaping from the pages. The heat simmered throughout, boiling at times in explosive ways. I simply couldn’t look away. This novel was engaging, wildly romantic, and endlessly exciting. It is the best of the series and quite possibly my favourite of Foster’s work ever. Please note that I received a complimentary copy of this work in exchange for an honest review.
Shannon M
February 24, 2016
Ahhh, finally Armie and Rissy's story! And what a great conclusion to this series, although I'm so sad to see it come to an end. I've loved everyone of these books! I know we've all been patiently, or not so patiently in some cases, waiting for Armie's book, and it does not disappoint! Lori Foster has done an incredible job wrapping up the Ultimate series, sending this amazing family of friends off in the fashion they deserve. We've seen Armie and Merissa circling around each other since this series began- the sexual tension between the two was palpable, the chemistry off the charts. And it all comes to a head in Fighting Dirty. Their story is everything I could have hoped for, and more. After the brief glimpses we saw of Armie in the previous books, it was terrific to see at last what made him tick, why he did some of the things he did, and why he shied away from being with Rissy, when we all knew, (even Cannon knew!), that they belonged together. It's really quite fun seeing these strong, alpha males brought to their knees by a woman. And Merissa sure gave Armie a run for his money. Once she decided Armie was going to be hers, she didn't let anything or anyone stand in her way, not even Armie himself. And that was probably the best thing for him, to have a woman like Merissa by his side. I've loved all the couples in these books, but I have to say Armie and Rissy hold a special place. I think because I've watched them circle around each other from the beginning, and have been intrigued by Armie since the first time he was introduced. He's such a contradiction- strong and stoic, with a happy-go-lucky side, but you just know deep down there's a lot more to him than meets the eye. And Merissa is every bit his equal. I'm just really sad this is the end to the Ultimate series, but it couldn't have ended with a better story. I'm sure going to miss Harper and Gage, Cannon and Yvette, Denver and Cherry, Stack and Vanity, and Armie and Merissa. But I'm excited for the new bodyguard series to come, and can only hope these guys will be making surprise appearances!
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Heather Niemann
February 23, 2016
5 Smoking Hot Stars Today is release day for Lori Foster's fourth installment in her sexy MMA Ultimate series!!! If you haven't read any books from this series yet then stop everything you are doing and get online and download your copy, get in your car and drive to the store, whatever it takes go get your copies TODAY! In case you need a little extra push to get you to your local book store check out this video teaser! Now wipe your mouth and get ready to get dirty :lol: Merissa (Rissy) Colter has spent her whole life around bad to the bone MMA fighters. Her big brother Cannon is one of the best there is and his local recreation center has helped to turn out some of the best fighters in the MMA. While Rissy is close with all the guys from the center there none of them have ever affected her the way her brother's best friend, Armie Jacobson does. Armie is everything a woman like her desires in a man; strong, confident, honorable and not to mention drop dead gorgeous. It's no wonder she has been hung up on him since she was a teenager. Armie is known not only for his skills in the ring but also in the bedroom. There is nothing Armie enjoys more than a good fight and a willing and warm woman. Everyone looks at him and sees the ultimate fighter and lover but they don't see the deep and dark secrets he keeps hidden away. Armie considers his soul black and unworthy of love, which is why he has always denied himself his greatest desire, his best friend's sister. Armie has loved Rissy for as long as he can remember but he will not give into his urges, Rissy deserves better than him and if that means never letting her know how he feels then that is exactly what he will do. When Rissy suddenly finds herself in danger Armie will stop at nothing to keep her safe. I highly recommend not only this book but this series to all romance lovers. Armie's love and devotion for Rissy is the kind of love any woman would fight for, it's the ultimate kind of love. I received an eARC of this book compliments of the publisher in exchange for my honest review and opinion. All ratings and opinions stated are my own.
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About the author

Lori Foster is a New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author with books from a variety of publishers, including Berkley/Jove, Kensington, St. Martin's, Harlequin and Silhouette. Lori has been a recipient of the prestigious RT Book Reviews Career Achievement Award for Series Romantic Fantasy, and for Contemporary Romance. For more about Lori, visit her Web site at www.lorifoster.com.

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