Stinger by Mia Sheridan
Part of series but the books are not related. Standalone adult contemporary.
Stinger is the second book I have read by Mia Sheridan. The first was Archer’s Voice, which is one of my favorite books, so I couldn’t wait to read more from her! Stinger is actually part of the Sign of Love series, but these books are completely unrelated standalones.
“Sometimes you don’t even realize anything is wrong until someone comes along and changes you, and makes you want more.”
Grace Hamilton is a law student with her life planned out. She had her future mapped out perfectly and intended to let nobody sidetrack her from her goals. Until a weekend in Vegas. Grace is there for a law school convention. As she meets and connects with another young man, she assumes he is there for the same convention. Until she reads his name tag.
Carson Stinger, Straight Male Performer.
Let me guess, law student conference?”…
“Yes, actually. Is there something wrong with that?”
“No, not at all. Looks like we’re both here to learn to be the best at getting people off.”
Carson is an adult film star, who is at a convention in the same hotel. Though new in the industry, he has a contract and is moving up quickly. He was born into the industry. He grew up in it, and never thought he had other options.
“I guess I tried not to think about my fans too much because let’s be honest, they admired me for reasons that made me think it was better that I not shake their hands.”
As Grace and Carson bump into each other, it’s clear they are fighting an attraction. But they cover it up with snarky banter (I love that). Until they are stuck in an elevator together, and Grace has a panic attack. As Carson calms her down, they spend a few hours getting past their pre-conceived notions and get to know each other.
“Lose control, baby. Just for a weekend. Let me take charge. I’ll take good care of you, I promise.”
Ooohhh, Carson took care of her all right. Whew! He can take care of me any time! You’d expect the porn star character to be all cocky and assholey, but not Carson. He was confident, but knew how to take care of the woman he is with (most of these guys are usually too busy flexing and oiling up themselves they wouldn’t notice the woman). He was so much more than his career.
“Carson, I want…” she moaned.
“What Grace? What do you want,” I choked out.
“Everything. I want everything,” she panted. “Everything you have to give.”
These two spent a helluva weekend together. It was round-the-clock HOT but they also really opened up and got to know each other.
“Why do you call me Buttercup?
Since I fell in love with Mr. Ana on a vacation weekend, I totally related to the insta love. But they know this can’t go beyond the weekend. Grace had to go back to Washington DC for school. Carson had a shoot coming up where he had to sleep with another woman, something Grace could not deal with. So they know they have to part. Even though their feelings had grown way beyond a weekend fling.
“Love doesn’t always make sense. And that’s the great beauty of it, the great mystery – the thing cynics who scoff at so-called ‘insta-love’ would bottle if they could.”
At this point, I loved the book. It was happy and sweet, but very similar to the last book I read and loved; but then it took a turn that I never expected, and the second half completely changed the book! I don’t want to even give a hint away, you’ll have to read it yourself.
“Tell me you’re mine,” he whispered.
“I’m yours. I’ve always been yours.”
Likes:
- Mia has such a smooth flow to her writing. She sucks you in and doesn’t let go until the very last page.
- Carson Stinger *swoon*
- Grace was a very likable character, despite her planned out future.
- The twist.
- Changing point of views that never confused me in the least.
- Lots of fun banter, especially in the beginning.
- Hot and sexy times.
- Why do you call me buttercup? (I love this!)
Dislikes:
- In the middle part of the book it kind of lost it’s way a little. The beginning and end were amazing, but there was a small section that just didn’t hold up to the rest of the book.
Rating 4.5-4.75 stars, 4.5 Heat
Mia Sheridan is definitely an author who I plan on reading a lot of. I certainly can’t wait to read more from her. I think the only reason that this didn’t hit 5 stars for me is comparing it to Archer’s Voice, because Stinger had everything I love. Fun banter, touching moments with a few tears, great sexy times, some angst all rolled into an unputdownable read. While it may have started out as “Hot male porn star meets uptight law student”, it turned into so much more. Filled with heart and surprises, Stinger is a book I can easily say I love.
Purchase Stinger by Mia Sheridan
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These books, except Leo and Leo’s chance are not interrelated except for the Sign of Love series title. Click covers.

Linda Brennan says
Great giveaway! Thanks for the chance to win!!!
Alissa Marino says
I finished Stinger last week and LOVED IT!!! Leo & Leo’s chance were good too. Thanks for the giveaway!
Carrie J says
I need to read this!!! Thanks for the chance to win it.
Pam says
I’ve heard so many great things about these books. Thanks for the giveaway!
N M B says
Need this on my shelf!
Maria says
Awesome!!!!
Aimee Renner-Saunders says
I bought Stinger but haven’t read it yet. I’m excited about both of them because I lived Leo. 🙂
Amy Malek Concepcion says
The Leo series were some of my favorites. Can’t wait to read this one too. Thanks
Sue Schwager says
I loved Stinger and look forward to reading more of her books. thanks for the giveaway!
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Angie Clements says
Thanks for the chance!! I loved Archer’s Voice, can’t wait to read more by her!!
Sarah M. says
I have this series on my ever growing TBR and have heard so many good things. I can’t even keep track of the recommendations I’ve received for Archer’s Voice.
Feifei Le says
Thank you! I read the first two and loved those
Heather says
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JennSmith says
Thanks! Loved Archer’s Voice. Need to read this one. Heard Leo is great, also.
Denice says
I have this in my TBR. I need to move it up!
Kelli says
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Pepper says
Can’t wait to read!
Bethany says
I love Mia’s books! Thank you!
Debra Diaz says
Love this author so much and I loved this book! Would love to win Archer’s Voice! Thanks for the chance to win!
Karen says
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Loraine Oliver says
Thank you for this giveaway and for all the others as well!
Ivey says
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Pamela Price says
I read Stinger and loved it !!!!!
Rayni says
Absolutely FELL in love with Mia Sheridan’s Leo and Leo’s Chance. So much so that I MUST get my hands on more of her books.
Sonya McAlister says
I need to read this book because it seems so good. Thanks for the Give Away
Joanne Christenson says
Mia Sheridan is fantastic. Loved Stinger
Seth Sinclair says
Love ALL her books! I freaking love Archer’s Voice 🙂
Nella Durham says
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Kerry G says
I have Archer’s Voice on my TBR….sounds like I should bump it up a notch
Jenn says
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Amanda M. says
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Lilian Quiros says
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Danielle says
Thanks for the giveaway! This one has been on my wishlist forever!!
Karen G. says
Thanks for the post and the review. I have not read this book but love this series.
Maria Malaveci says
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KellyMae says
I loved ‘Archer’s Voice’ and I’m sure I’m going to love this book also!
Jackie van der Walt says
Thanks for the chance to win this book! Loved Leo and Archer’s Voice 🙂
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Marcy Meyer says
Great giveaway! Thanks for the chance!
Holly Highsmith says
I’m a huge fan of Mia Sheridan!! I’ve read all of her books but Stinger. Thanks!
Robin the Book Nerd says
Love Mia’s books!
Mary Lowery says
Great giveaway! I would love one of these books!
Cassie says
Mia Sheridan can write a story……..
Nikki Noble says
Thanks for the giveaway!! I loved Archer’s Voice.
Lori Moore says
Love her books
Lynne Rivet says
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Lisa says
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jodi marinich says
i loved archer..cant wait to read this one too
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I trust your advice on all books now– I will add to my TBR pile! Thanks.
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Look forward to reading. Thank you for the giveaway.
Louise says
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Damaris says
Really, really want to read this book.
DJ says
have not read her work but would like to
nicki says
loved stinger and archer’s voice!
Ann T says
I love this author!! Thanks for the giveaway!
kp says
Just got Archer and can’t wait to read it!
Rita Luken says
OH my a must read!
Jenica says
Love this author! Need to read this one(:
Angelina says
Thanks for the giveaway
Andie W says
Absolutely LOVED Stinger…thanks for the chance to win Buttercup
Charlene E says
LOVED Stinger!
Diana Garey says
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Nancy M says
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Shannon says
LOVE LOVE Mia Sheridan!!! THANK YOU!! 🙂
Shannon says
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I absolutely LOVED this book and messaged Mia just to tell her! Great read!
Lee Todd says
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Mick Murphy says
Thank you for the awesome giveaway!
Annie says
Loved this book!
Kirstie H says
Love this blog! Awesome giveaway as always 🙂
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Christina says
On my TBR! Thank you!
Stephanie Lashbrook says
These are on my TBR. Loved the review and thx for the giveaway!
Donna Reynolds says
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Lola Figueroa says
I loved Archer’s Voice and need to read the rest of this series, thanks for the giveaway!!!
Kim Perry says
Thanks for the giveaway!! These books are on my TBR list!
Diana Doan says
I love Mia’s books! Thank you for the giveaway!
Ginny Rose says
I love Mia’s books. I love your recs Ana!!
Betul E. says
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Jody Duffy says
I read Leo’s Chance and loved it. I can’t wait to read this one….Thanks for the giveaway
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RomanceChica(Hope) says
Your website(also your Amazon Reviews) are a go to for me when looking for my next book to read. I just finished Leo and plan to read Stinger next. Thanks for the Giveaway.
Karen Morrison says
Read all but Archer’s Voice ** which I hear is one of her best! Love Mia Sheridan 🙂
Cara O says
Love Mia Sheridan! Thanks!
Tess H says
I love Leo and Leo’s Chance! I’ve got Stinger and Archer’s Voice on my TBR list and look forward to reading them – Mia Sheridan is an awesome author! Love her writing and her characters! 🙂 Thanks for the giveaway!
Neilliza says
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Sharon Chalk says
I have all 4 of the books listed above but I will check out her amazon page and see if she has others I am missing cause I couldn’t wait till they went on sale or were on a giveaway,I wanted them when they came out lol
Colleen Snibson says
Great giveaway. Thanks for the chance.
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Julie K says
Love Mia Sheridan!!
Sara H. says
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Sharon Broom says
I totally love all of Mia’s books, but for me Stinger was my favourite. Mia has fast become one of my favourite authors and I can’t wait for her next book 🙂