Stud: A Smart, Sexy Romantic Comedy Paperback – January 20, 2018

Ainsley picked up some fantastic chocolates for her boss’ mistress. She also purchased a gorgeous dress for his wife to keep her happy too. Ainsley didn’t like what he was doing, but it paid the bills very well. Because she was such a perfect Personal Shopper with impeccable taste, Mr. Thomas Arlington, III handed her business cards to all his late-night-business-meetings buddies. She loved the part of her job where she chose the perfect gift for the wives, but she really hated the cheating. She wasn’t in a position to quit just yet, but it was getting to her.Ainsley and her two friends, all three born on April 12, had made a birthday wish pact. Rachel had already completed hers. Knowing Ainsley’s dislike of her current job, she told Ainsley about Habitat for Humanity which might provide her with work that made her feel worthwhile, helping others. This would fulfill her birthday wish! So she drove to Habitat, where she had been occasionally zipping past, too out of her element to think she could do that work. And she saw a fantastic-looking guy moving lumber.Owen was an investment banker, working on the Habitat project while going through a really bad divorce. The honest work for Habitat made it easier to deal with things. His wife was mean and vindictive, trying her best to ruin his reputation with lies and bleed him dry. She wanted to make it as difficult as she could for him to divorce her, just because she had to win always. So it was a relief to have the easy-going Ainsley working at Habitat. He could finally relax and enjoy their easy banter. Ainsley was about to ask him out when her gay friend, Emmett, called to Owen across the way! How did they know each other? As Owen ran over to meet him, Ainsley saw Emmett rest his arm on Owen’s shoulder. As he turned away, Emmett grabbed Owen’s gorgeous butt. There was no doubt these two were close – and she was grateful that she hadn’t fallen for yet another gay man! When will Ainsley find out her mistake? Will she let the best thing that could happen to her get away? And what would happen when the vindictive, hateful wife found out that Owen was attracted to Ainsley?I absolutely love humorous love stories! This is especially true when an author can bring out the personalities of the characters so well that the reader really does care about them! Feeling like you know them, sharing in the funny situations, it’s just a great way to read a book! The story line, with its twists and turns, is top-notch and keeps the reader totally engrossed in the story. I definitely recommend this one. It was delightful from start to finish!

I’m happy to say I’ve found a new author. Kelly Siskind is a rare gem whose books have depth, humour, compassion, real and raw friendships, and joy. This was another moving story where a wonderful, kind (and sexy) hero had been wronged and a feisty, joyful heroine could help him heal. She, naturally, had her own demons to fight.But I’m a fussy reader, and can happily say I’ve found a new author to stalk…read! :-) Off-Limits Crush was a book worth reading as it was fun, delicious and captivating.

There’s been some discussions floating around in a couple of FB groups recently about books with millionaires and billionaires and what readers think about those kind of characters. My response was I wanted more realistic heroes! Ones that have real jobs, real issues, and real feelings. I think Ms.Siskind must have seen my reply because Stud is the answer to all my requests!I loved Owen and Ainsley! Their story was so entertaining and fun, and it had so much heart. Normally you swoon all over the hero, but let me tell you, Ainsley is swoon-worthy in her own right. The relationship she has with her parents just hit me in the feels! But don’t think Owen isn’t swoon-worthy, because he sure enough is- ballroom dancing anyone?!? Together these 2 left me feeling so giddy with happiness. I love when I’m charmed by both characters equally- I’m really not sure which of these two I liked the most. Their banter and flirtations, the heart-to-heart talks, the chemistry, I couldn't get enough of them.Owen and Ainsley both go through quite a bit of growth during the course of this book, and I really enjoyed being right there with them as they discovered things about themselves. I was so invested in these two, I wish I could have jumped in my Kindle to help them through their struggles! But they had no need for me, nope, not at all. They are both so strong and caring and after a few little hiccups they righted their paths.Stud is just such a fantastic book. Not only are the main characters a pure delight, but the secondary characters add so much life to the story. The friendships are ones you wish you were a part of! I'm so looking forward to Gwen's story, that little peek has me completely intrigued!

Emotionally thrilling, sweetly sexy, highly entertaining romantic journey filled with real charters that make you feel they could be your sexy next door neighbor.Ainsley is a riot and I adored her in Legs. She is wicked crazy, fashionably smart and a professional Personal shopper. She loves her job but hats the idea of buying her rich clients mistress gifts and what it might be doing to her personal karma. Her friends give her the idea of giving back by helping on a Habitat for humanity project to try to balance it out where she gets to know Owen (Jimmy's close friend). Owen is back home to start over and work through his messy divorce with out loosing his mind.... loved the back and forth real life drama between them, their off the charts chemistry and quirky sense of humor.

A second chance at love story with a happy ending and some heat. An interesting tale with a lot to say about cheaters, trust, abandonment, and hanging on to baggage for too long.

I voluntarily read this book, and my comments here are my honest opinion.There were tears shed both from laughter and agony. It’s thoroughly entertaining until insecurities takes over, vision clouded and the heart loses focus. Owen and Ainsley are two very different people but they each share failed relationships where infidelity played a key role. One was the cause, the other was on pure speculation without explanation.This story has a lot of wonderful and clever puns or “Ainsley-isms” throughout. It’s refreshing, well written and funny that you want to keep reading. It’s also HOT! There’s no shortage steam and heat between Owen and Ainsley. The only thing is Ainsley thinks Owen is gay (he’s not) and the conversation they have, pricelessly hilarious.

One housing project. Two sexy volunteers. Enough sparks to set you on fire.When Ainsley, determined to do something worthwhile with her life, joins a habitat for humanity project, she meets the gorgeous yet broody Owen. Owen’s got baggage bigger than Ainsley’s 3-piece Prada suitcases, and Ainsley has a history of terrible luck with men. Still, with the two working side by side, a deep attraction forms.I absolutely loved this book and shunned my responsibilities to read it in a couple of sittings. Ainsley’s dirty sense of humor had me laughing my socks off, and Owen’s sexiness made my panties melt.Kelly writes so well. Every word is beautifully written. She masterfully crafts characters and friendships that you can’t help but love and want to be a part of. Each individual character is formed so fully that they come to life on the page. If there is only one thing you can do next, read this. It’s worth every millisecond of your time.

Day 3 of my Kelly Siskind binge led me here after devouring Licks and Legs and of course she did not lead me astray. Ainsley is all about looking her best and wearing the latest fashion but beneath all that she has a heart of gold and isn’t a stuck up blond at all. Ainsley wants to give back so she decides to start volunteering for Habitat for Humanity. That is where she meets “Stud” Owen. After a slight miscommunication and a bit of slow start in their relationship, they fall hard for each other. Both have had some difficulties with their past relationships and they have to work together to move on and over it. Great book!

This is the first book I've read from this author and I really enjoyed it. There was loads of humour and heat and the storyline kept me engaged. I loved the two main characters and their chemistry was blistering. I will definitely read the other books in the series.

Cute. Funny. The issues with lack of trust were dealt with realistically. Sweet