
Take the Lead
A Dance Off Novel, Book 1
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Seraphina Valentine
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Alexis Daria
About this listen
From Alexis Daria, author of the international bestseller You Had Me at Hola, comes a fun, sexy romance set against a reality dance show.
Gina Morales wants to make it big. In her four seasons on The Dance Off, she's never even made it to the finals. But her latest partner, the sexy star of an Alaskan wilderness show, could be her chance. Who knew the strong, silent, survivalist-type had moves like that? She thinks Stone Nielson is her ticket to win it all—until her producer makes it clear they're being set up for a showmance.
Joining a celebrity dance competition is the last thing Stone wants. However, he'll endure anything to help his family, even as he fears revealing their secrets. While the fast pace of Los Angeles makes him long for the peace and privacy of home, he can't hide his growing attraction for his dance partner. Neither wants to fake a romance for the cameras, but the explosive chemistry that flares between them is undeniable.
As Stone and Gina heat up the dance floor, the tabloids catch on to their developing romance. With the spotlight threatening to ruin everything, will they choose fame and fortune, or let love take the lead?
Contains mature themes.
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- Lindsay
- 12-04-23
Take the Lead
Gina is a dancer for a reality dance competition. Stone and his family are stars of a survival show. Now they have to be partners on this season’s competition, but Stone doesn’t like being in the spotlight. This was really cute. I enjoyed the back and forth between Gina and Stone. Hopefully we get more about either the show dancers or Stone’s family.
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- Kenz
- 04-24-23
I liked it... but didn't love it
Thank you to NetGalley and SMP Romance for an ARC of this book - all opinions are my own!
- opposites attract (city girl & a wilderness boy)
- dance show competition
- instant connection
While this book started out strong for me, I ultimately became very annoying by our main characters. I liked the simple attraction and the way their dance rehearsals brought them closer together. But I didn't ultimately believe in their chemistry and I did not enjoy the 3rd act break-up.
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- Sheblee
- 04-10-25
Pretty good
This is a feel good story. The romance is sweet and characters are well developed.
The narrator sounded slightly robotic at times.
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- Monica
- 04-09-23
Love her writing
Being a lover of romance novels it's hard to find an author that can truly capture real feelings and not just spewing the usual on the pages. I really resonate with the characters and it's why I'll buy everything she writes on this app.
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