
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed by: Michelle
ARC provided by author in exchange for an honest review

Kate Meader has once again reminded me why I love reading her books. She has managed to make sensual tension and banter into such a fun yet emotional endearing romance that will make any hearts flutter. In her newest release, Even the Score, Kate Meader has written one of my favorite tropes of frenemies to lovers. There is nothing like a love/hate relationship and sexual tension to keep readers like myself engaged. With hot sexual chemistry and connection buzzing throughout the book, Ms. Meader will remind readers that you can't judge a book by its cover. And most importantly, unexpected love might be the best kind of love there is.

Tess McKenzie knew what it was to like to grow up with money. She was the daughter of a famous Oscar winning actress. But what others fail to see was that behind closed doors, Tess was lonely. She didn't have the best kind of relationship with her mother but she found her happiness on stage acting in local theaters and pursuing her dreams to open up her own theater. But there was only one hitch to fulfilling her dream, she didn't have the finances to do it since she didn't want any financial help from her mother. So with no money, she needed to find an acting job soon.
Hunter Dade is a true Texan through and through. He is a successful property tycoon but unlike Tess he had to work real hard to garner his wealth. From trailer parks to mansion, Hunter knew what it meant to work hard. He also knew what it meant to lose someone important. So when he needs to score a property, he knew he had to earn the trust of the property owner in order to score this business deal and what better way to prove that he is an honest trustworthy man than showing the rich businessman that he's a committed and dedicated man. So in need of a fiancee, he hires the woman, who has the power to get under his skin...Tess McKenzie. So what happens when Hunter and Tess realized that there is no faking about the heated and strong attraction that they have for each other?
Even the Score was so much more than a steamy romance. This book really explored the depths of two people finding comfort, solace, and healing through each other's love and compassion. Two complete opposites finding that unexpected love they never imagined. What I love about this book was that Ms. Meader not only made this book hot and steamy but she made Hunter and Tess's bond tangible and palpable. So if you are looking for a book that will make you believe that the best kind of love story that will change your life is the unexpected then I highly recommend you to read Even the Score.

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