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Dirty Deeds
Sometimes to play dirty, you gotta dig deep…
Landscaper Nathan LeBeau knows exactly how to use his big equipment to make the earth move. The Native American bad-boy has a reputation for getting filthy—in and out of the bedroom.
So when good-girl Tate Cross needs dirt work done, she hires the wickedly hot and surprisingly intuitive Nathan—secretly hoping she’ll get more than just her flowerbeds plowed.
Smart and sexy Tate is exactly the type of woman Nathan’s been looking for. But he wants more than another fling, so he digs in his heels to prove to Miss-I-Don’t-Need-Romance that taking things slow will lead them to something real.
But Tate isn’t interested in being romanced—even when Nathan’s sweet and charming ways are hard to resist. She’ll use every tool at her disposal to convince the former player to play with her and that getting down and dirty together is as real as it gets.
This book has been previously published. Over 2600 revisions have been made to the book
Warning: A reformed bad boy who wants a taste of real love, and a good girl who wants just one taste of the wild side—and she’s willing to drive a hard bargain to get what she wants.
Landscaper Nathan LeBeau knows exactly how to use his big equipment to make the earth move. The Native American bad-boy has a reputation for getting filthy—in and out of the bedroom.
So when good-girl Tate Cross needs dirt work done, she hires the wickedly hot and surprisingly intuitive Nathan—secretly hoping she’ll get more than just her flowerbeds plowed.
Smart and sexy Tate is exactly the type of woman Nathan’s been looking for. But he wants more than another fling, so he digs in his heels to prove to Miss-I-Don’t-Need-Romance that taking things slow will lead them to something real.
But Tate isn’t interested in being romanced—even when Nathan’s sweet and charming ways are hard to resist. She’ll use every tool at her disposal to convince the former player to play with her and that getting down and dirty together is as real as it gets.
This book has been previously published. Over 2600 revisions have been made to the book
Warning: A reformed bad boy who wants a taste of real love, and a good girl who wants just one taste of the wild side—and she’s willing to drive a hard bargain to get what she wants.
255 pages, ebook
First published August 1, 2006
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Lorelei James
117 books8,214 followersLorelei James is New York Times & USA Today Bestselling author of contemporary erotic westerns and erotic romances. She lives in western South Dakota.
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October 20, 2010
3 1/2 stars
What do you expect when you see the title Dirty Deeds and the name Lorelei James on the cover of a book? Yeah, that's what I'd expected too, but alas, this story was PG13-rated at best (or worst, depending on your take, LOL). As for the plot, it was predictable and it could have been better developed, as the story seemed to drag at times. Regardless, this was a better than average read to me - mostly because I really liked Nathan and his sweet, romantic courtship of Tate. :)
What do you expect when you see the title Dirty Deeds and the name Lorelei James on the cover of a book? Yeah, that's what I'd expected too, but alas, this story was PG13-rated at best (or worst, depending on your take, LOL). As for the plot, it was predictable and it could have been better developed, as the story seemed to drag at times. Regardless, this was a better than average read to me - mostly because I really liked Nathan and his sweet, romantic courtship of Tate. :)
November 11, 2021
I think I am in love. Nathan, Nathan, Nathan. Oh, and Tate's pretty cute too. I am not going to go over the plot as that has been done, but this is quite the hot and heartwarming story of two people falling in love. Some of the misunderstandings and "problems" need some work, but the dynamics between the hero and heroine can't be beat.
Honestly, it has one, maybe two, of the most erotic scenes I have read. Whew!
Honestly, it has one, maybe two, of the most erotic scenes I have read. Whew!
January 9, 2017
Angeline's review:
4.5 stars
Dirty Deeds was the first book I read by Lorelei James many years ago. It was at that time, I started my love affair with Ms. James’ books.
A sexy standalone, Dirty Deeds has been re-released. Although the book has been revised with a few updates and new cover, the story is still the same. I enjoyed Dirty Deeds as much as I did the first time I read it.
Nathan is tired of the no-strings sex; he wants real romance. Tate is getting over a bad relationship and isn’t looking for love. Brought together under different circumstances and an agreement to trade their services, Nathan and Tate forge their way unconventionally. What happens when these two finally come together? You need to read to find out. I will tell you - it’s combustible!
Theirs is a love story that touches on being an interracial couple. While they do deal with some racial moments, that’s not what this story is about. It’s about honestly falling in love when you least expect it and loving the person they are for themselves.
Miss James writing never fails to captivate me. She writes some of the sexiest scenes I’ve ever read. Dirty Deeds is no exception. You won’t be disappointed.
Review copy provided with no expectations.
4.5 stars
Dirty Deeds was the first book I read by Lorelei James many years ago. It was at that time, I started my love affair with Ms. James’ books.
A sexy standalone, Dirty Deeds has been re-released. Although the book has been revised with a few updates and new cover, the story is still the same. I enjoyed Dirty Deeds as much as I did the first time I read it.
Nathan is tired of the no-strings sex; he wants real romance. Tate is getting over a bad relationship and isn’t looking for love. Brought together under different circumstances and an agreement to trade their services, Nathan and Tate forge their way unconventionally. What happens when these two finally come together? You need to read to find out. I will tell you - it’s combustible!
Theirs is a love story that touches on being an interracial couple. While they do deal with some racial moments, that’s not what this story is about. It’s about honestly falling in love when you least expect it and loving the person they are for themselves.
Miss James writing never fails to captivate me. She writes some of the sexiest scenes I’ve ever read. Dirty Deeds is no exception. You won’t be disappointed.
Review copy provided with no expectations.
June 25, 2018
If it's one thing you can count on with Lorelei James is sexy personified wrapped in a blanket of heart. And once again, she delivered in spades. Her trademark sexual writing is completely on point with this one. Good Lord this woman can write sex!
What I loved most about this book is that Lorelei focuses on the love story and not much else. Not second characters or the interracial aspect of the couple, just two people falling in love and learning to let go of their pasts to forge a future :) It was quite simply a really captivating feel good story with some seriously hot sexy times ... if you aren't one-clicking just from that, I just can't help you ;)
Copy provided for blog tour
What I loved most about this book is that Lorelei focuses on the love story and not much else. Not second characters or the interracial aspect of the couple, just two people falling in love and learning to let go of their pasts to forge a future :) It was quite simply a really captivating feel good story with some seriously hot sexy times ... if you aren't one-clicking just from that, I just can't help you ;)
Copy provided for blog tour
December 22, 2016
I've loved his author's work for about 3 years now and when I had the opportunity to review this book, I couldn't have been happier.
This book is sensational, extremely hot and completely awe inspiring. The words jump out the page at you, making you feel as if you're part of the story along with the characters.
Tate is sweet but fiery, soft yet headstrong, knowing exactly what she wants. Nathan... *fans face* is hot stuff! Native American; super freaking sexy. Hard working; meaning calloused hands... yummy. I could go on and on about how hot this character is and I'm sure I won't be forgetting him in a hurry.
Loved the story, loved the writing style (as I always do with this amazing author!) love the characters. Absolutely incredible!
This book is sensational, extremely hot and completely awe inspiring. The words jump out the page at you, making you feel as if you're part of the story along with the characters.
Tate is sweet but fiery, soft yet headstrong, knowing exactly what she wants. Nathan... *fans face* is hot stuff! Native American; super freaking sexy. Hard working; meaning calloused hands... yummy. I could go on and on about how hot this character is and I'm sure I won't be forgetting him in a hurry.
Loved the story, loved the writing style (as I always do with this amazing author!) love the characters. Absolutely incredible!
December 20, 2016
Dirty Deeds contains one of my fave tropes to read, Best friends older brother so I was very excited to read this updated version of the story. I thought it was a cute, sweet, sexy and frustrating at times read. I liked that Nathan wanted to woo Tate but I also found it very frustrating that he wouldn't give in to her wants. With that said I found it highly enjoyable and would definitely recommend it to contemporary romance lovers.
ARC provided by author but that has not influenced my review
Originally read on 24th August 2012
ARC provided by author but that has not influenced my review
Originally read on 24th August 2012
June 4, 2017
Dirty Deeds is another interesting book from Lorelei James. As always, James creates complex, interesting characters. Tate’s request to get sex lessons from Nathan seems like every man’s fantasy. He’s wildly attracted to his sister’s friend, she’s willing, what else could he want? It turns out his intent is to prove he can be romantic. Who’d have thought - a romance novel where the man is holding out?
Poor Tate already doubts her sexual attractiveness and now Nathan is shutting her down. He seems so attracted but this isn’t the result she’d expected. The back and forth between these two lasts a bit too long though they do have a few sexy interchanges just shy of sex.
Just when they’re ready to go all in, Nathan’s sister goes into labor and makes the two promise to keep their hands off while taking care of the kids.
The babysitting, though horribly strenuous, makes both Nathan and Tate realize how much they want families but, in all too realistic style, they are afraid to admit it to each other. They are both starting to think they want more than the brief fling they originally planned but are too insecure in the new relationship to be honest.
Despite their opposing goals, the two can’t help but give in to their mutual destiny though they’re not quite ready for their happily ever after. There’s more stress on the way before these two love birds can finally get on with their life.
I thoroughly enjoyed Dirty Deeds and James remains one of my favorite authors.
Poor Tate already doubts her sexual attractiveness and now Nathan is shutting her down. He seems so attracted but this isn’t the result she’d expected. The back and forth between these two lasts a bit too long though they do have a few sexy interchanges just shy of sex.
Just when they’re ready to go all in, Nathan’s sister goes into labor and makes the two promise to keep their hands off while taking care of the kids.
The babysitting, though horribly strenuous, makes both Nathan and Tate realize how much they want families but, in all too realistic style, they are afraid to admit it to each other. They are both starting to think they want more than the brief fling they originally planned but are too insecure in the new relationship to be honest.
Despite their opposing goals, the two can’t help but give in to their mutual destiny though they’re not quite ready for their happily ever after. There’s more stress on the way before these two love birds can finally get on with their life.
I thoroughly enjoyed Dirty Deeds and James remains one of my favorite authors.
December 31, 2016
***4 ‘Dear lord, please, just do it already’ Stars***
Review for revised version
Yup, that’s pretty much sums up this book for me, but despite the frustration created by Tate and Nathan’s lovely little dance, I needed to find out what would finally make them “just do it” as well as see how they worked everything else out that was swirling around them and in the end the frustration was well worth it. It was a sweet, smexy and fun, if a bit bumpy, ride that I couldn’t get enough of.
I loved Tate and Nathan even when they were driving me batshit crazy. Tate has a lot on her shoulders: Her family’s, or her mother’s more specifically, expectations of what her life should be like, her career being in limbo, and getting her aunt’s house in order to sell. I have to say I admired Tate. She could have allowed all the chaos weigh her down, but she didn’t. She kept her head up and did what needed to be done. The funny thing about Tate though, was that she could be head strong in certain situations and a bit of a doormat in others.
Nathan is determined to prove that prejudice that comes with the color of his skin isn’t who he is. The problem with this is that it has turned him into a workaholic who has no social life or close relationships. I loved Nathan, I did, because when he wasn’t caught up in his own issues, he was that sweet, sexy alpha male with a dirty mind, but he was always on guard which keeps him from truly enjoying life.
Between Tate and Nathan’s personal issues and the fact that the deal they struck was not being fulfilled for what seemed like FOREVER due to Nathan deciding that his agenda was more important, this book definitely had me practicing patience (and working at not throwing my Kindle against the wall). But what kept me turning the pages was the chemistry between Tate and Nathan and the promise that once they truly came together it would be smexy as all get out, and dear lord was it hot. But outside of the sexual chemistry there was just that easiness between them that tells you that they’d be one of those couples you’d be jealous of because they are just that good together.
The writing was engaging and even though I started growling at the characters the pacing of the story was good, and the dual 3rd person POV’s were done well. The various issues, some of them hot topic issues, were handled well and resolved in an organic way. It’s been so long since I first read Dirty Deed’s that other than the obvious changes I couldn’t tell you what could have been revised, but it was still a great, smexy read!
~ Copy received from the author & voluntarily reviewed ~
Review for revised version
Yup, that’s pretty much sums up this book for me, but despite the frustration created by Tate and Nathan’s lovely little dance, I needed to find out what would finally make them “just do it” as well as see how they worked everything else out that was swirling around them and in the end the frustration was well worth it. It was a sweet, smexy and fun, if a bit bumpy, ride that I couldn’t get enough of.
I loved Tate and Nathan even when they were driving me batshit crazy. Tate has a lot on her shoulders: Her family’s, or her mother’s more specifically, expectations of what her life should be like, her career being in limbo, and getting her aunt’s house in order to sell. I have to say I admired Tate. She could have allowed all the chaos weigh her down, but she didn’t. She kept her head up and did what needed to be done. The funny thing about Tate though, was that she could be head strong in certain situations and a bit of a doormat in others.
Nathan is determined to prove that prejudice that comes with the color of his skin isn’t who he is. The problem with this is that it has turned him into a workaholic who has no social life or close relationships. I loved Nathan, I did, because when he wasn’t caught up in his own issues, he was that sweet, sexy alpha male with a dirty mind, but he was always on guard which keeps him from truly enjoying life.
Between Tate and Nathan’s personal issues and the fact that the deal they struck was not being fulfilled for what seemed like FOREVER due to Nathan deciding that his agenda was more important, this book definitely had me practicing patience (and working at not throwing my Kindle against the wall). But what kept me turning the pages was the chemistry between Tate and Nathan and the promise that once they truly came together it would be smexy as all get out, and dear lord was it hot. But outside of the sexual chemistry there was just that easiness between them that tells you that they’d be one of those couples you’d be jealous of because they are just that good together.
The writing was engaging and even though I started growling at the characters the pacing of the story was good, and the dual 3rd person POV’s were done well. The various issues, some of them hot topic issues, were handled well and resolved in an organic way. It’s been so long since I first read Dirty Deed’s that other than the obvious changes I couldn’t tell you what could have been revised, but it was still a great, smexy read!
~ Copy received from the author & voluntarily reviewed ~
April 17, 2017
This was a bit annoying sometimes, to be honest.
You see, the roles were reversed here. It was Nathan who wanted romance, while Tate just wants a quick fling, no strings attached. I don't have a problem with that. I do have a problem when it takes too much time from the story, and when it doesn't really work. You see, I was constantly berating Nathan for holding back from something both he and Tate wanted.
I also felt the drama wasn't that believable. It's probably me, but I didn't see what was the big deal with
You see, the roles were reversed here. It was Nathan who wanted romance, while Tate just wants a quick fling, no strings attached. I don't have a problem with that. I do have a problem when it takes too much time from the story, and when it doesn't really work. You see, I was constantly berating Nathan for holding back from something both he and Tate wanted.
I also felt the drama wasn't that believable. It's probably me, but I didn't see what was the big deal with
April 11, 2024
The blurb seriously UNDERSELLS this book. I was expecting a fairly lightweight and forgettable romance with main characters who were maybe a little selfish and that I might not really care for. Hands up I admit it, I was so wrong on all counts.
I got an AMAZING book with so much emotion it almost left me speechless. In fact now I have finished the story I have that lost feeling of needing more book. The intensity and depth of feelings drew me so deeply into this story that I didn't want to put it down. I just kept reading and reading. Lorelei James is a wondrous spinner of tales and I cared so much about what happened to Tate and Nathan. All the characters were well written and interesting - I need to know what happens with some of them too. The chemistry between the hero and heroine was so steamy hot I'm surprised my kindle didn't melt.
Tate and Nathan are both a little broken and this affects how they act with each other. They also harbour some secrets - and you can see this is going to cause problems later on for them. They don't even get really intimate until a good chunk of the way through the book - but the heat is there throughout. And the sex scenes are beautifully written, tasteful but hot.
I laughed, I swooned and yes I cried at this book. And there wasn't anything predictable about this book. Other than the fantastic writing the other thing that made this book superb was how real the characters and story line were, Nathan worked at the dirty end of construction. This book proves that you don't have to be a billionaire or sports star to be a hot, hot, hot hero.
If you are thinking of buying this book, don't think any longer just do it - you won't regret it.
I got an AMAZING book with so much emotion it almost left me speechless. In fact now I have finished the story I have that lost feeling of needing more book. The intensity and depth of feelings drew me so deeply into this story that I didn't want to put it down. I just kept reading and reading. Lorelei James is a wondrous spinner of tales and I cared so much about what happened to Tate and Nathan. All the characters were well written and interesting - I need to know what happens with some of them too. The chemistry between the hero and heroine was so steamy hot I'm surprised my kindle didn't melt.
Tate and Nathan are both a little broken and this affects how they act with each other. They also harbour some secrets - and you can see this is going to cause problems later on for them. They don't even get really intimate until a good chunk of the way through the book - but the heat is there throughout. And the sex scenes are beautifully written, tasteful but hot.
I laughed, I swooned and yes I cried at this book. And there wasn't anything predictable about this book. Other than the fantastic writing the other thing that made this book superb was how real the characters and story line were, Nathan worked at the dirty end of construction. This book proves that you don't have to be a billionaire or sports star to be a hot, hot, hot hero.
If you are thinking of buying this book, don't think any longer just do it - you won't regret it.
November 6, 2016
Note: this seems to be an unmarked series (sorta), with characters knowing each other: Dirty Deeds (Spearfish, S. Dakota) #1, Wicked Garden (Spearfish, S. Dakota) #2, Ballroom Blitz (Spearfish, S. Dakota) #3.
Nathan & Tate (female):
I loved this book!! Super sweet-sweet hot Native-American Indian hero! A real, down-to-earth character that demonstrates some business skills.
Both the leads were good people, not really jerk-ish. The hero was a dream: sensitive, caring, not arrogant, or using of women, not the typical small-town playboy.
Granted both had personality flaws to battle and overcome: not being completely honest & upfront---BUT, if they were that in the beginning, they would have frightened each other off.
It was fantastic to see characters working real-life realistic blue-collar-skilled-trade jobs that could give good quality of life, better than the high-tech & business jobs with frequent layoffs, outsourcing & age discrimination.
LORELEI JAMES: make more like this book, it was sweet, very romantic & steamy hot!
Nathan & Tate (female):
I loved this book!! Super sweet-sweet hot Native-American Indian hero! A real, down-to-earth character that demonstrates some business skills.
Both the leads were good people, not really jerk-ish. The hero was a dream: sensitive, caring, not arrogant, or using of women, not the typical small-town playboy.
Granted both had personality flaws to battle and overcome: not being completely honest & upfront---BUT, if they were that in the beginning, they would have frightened each other off.
It was fantastic to see characters working real-life realistic blue-collar-skilled-trade jobs that could give good quality of life, better than the high-tech & business jobs with frequent layoffs, outsourcing & age discrimination.
LORELEI JAMES: make more like this book, it was sweet, very romantic & steamy hot!
January 6, 2017
Favorite Quotes:
Malcolm. His name slithered through the recesses of her mind like the snake he was.
‘You’ve talked?’ Val repeated the word ‘talked’ in hushed tones like it was a communicable disease.
Tate was dynamite. He was a match. An explosive combination they couldn’t set off right now.
My Review:
Lorelei James typically brings the heat in her own unique brand of spicy romances, and her revamped Dirty Deeds sizzled and snapped with volcanically hot sensual scenes that had me gasping and frantically clutching for hydration. The storyline was current, relevant, and frequently angsty with endearing yet deeply flawed protagonists who were nearing or at that significant age where many of us find ourselves questioning our goals, struggling with life transitions, and floundering within a holding pattern. Written from a third person POV, the story was erotic, emotive, and insightful with hits of humor tucked in for good measure. And how could anyone not love a book that begins and ends with mentions of Nirvana – and I am not talking about the band…
Malcolm. His name slithered through the recesses of her mind like the snake he was.
‘You’ve talked?’ Val repeated the word ‘talked’ in hushed tones like it was a communicable disease.
Tate was dynamite. He was a match. An explosive combination they couldn’t set off right now.
My Review:
Lorelei James typically brings the heat in her own unique brand of spicy romances, and her revamped Dirty Deeds sizzled and snapped with volcanically hot sensual scenes that had me gasping and frantically clutching for hydration. The storyline was current, relevant, and frequently angsty with endearing yet deeply flawed protagonists who were nearing or at that significant age where many of us find ourselves questioning our goals, struggling with life transitions, and floundering within a holding pattern. Written from a third person POV, the story was erotic, emotive, and insightful with hits of humor tucked in for good measure. And how could anyone not love a book that begins and ends with mentions of Nirvana – and I am not talking about the band…
January 8, 2017
I love when an author gives me the 'feels'. Lorelei James has done this time after time and Dirty Deeds is no exception. This standalone book shows how talented an author LJ truly is.
It is amazing how a story about ordinary people with ordinary jobs can grab hold of you and take you on the ride right alongside them, making the reader a part of the story is what takes place here. When a story can do that, make you feel what the characters feel, see and sense what they feel, it speaks to the ability of the author.
Nathan LeBeau is a blue color worker who is a workaholic. Nathan wants to put his business on the fast track. He then sees his opportunity when he meets his match in big city corporate girl Tate Cross. Tate just wants no strings attached fling while finalizing the sale of her Aunt's old Victorian home before heading back to the city and her career. But when the sparks, and dirt, start to fly neither Nathan or Tate can prepare themselves for the end of the ride.
It is amazing how a story about ordinary people with ordinary jobs can grab hold of you and take you on the ride right alongside them, making the reader a part of the story is what takes place here. When a story can do that, make you feel what the characters feel, see and sense what they feel, it speaks to the ability of the author.
Nathan LeBeau is a blue color worker who is a workaholic. Nathan wants to put his business on the fast track. He then sees his opportunity when he meets his match in big city corporate girl Tate Cross. Tate just wants no strings attached fling while finalizing the sale of her Aunt's old Victorian home before heading back to the city and her career. But when the sparks, and dirt, start to fly neither Nathan or Tate can prepare themselves for the end of the ride.
December 28, 2016
Yes, the title says Dirty...and it is Lorelei James....so is it any wonder how awesome this story is??? Nathan is a bad boy wanting to find romance. Tate is a good girl looking for some hot....well, you know. This is a twist on the usual guy wants girl story. I truly enjoyed watching Nathan try to woo Tate. He tries, he really does, as much as he knows how. And Tate, who has been burned before, just wants to lose herself in a physical relationship, forget the hearts and flowers...
I know this is a re-release of an earlier story and I actually had the first one. Lorelei made several updates and the sweet factor turned a little more into the hot factor. I think this is more in line with her recent books like the Rough Rider series and the Need You series. Readers who follow her from years ago will appreciate the growth and readers who are new to her writing will continue to enjoy it....
I know this is a re-release of an earlier story and I actually had the first one. Lorelei made several updates and the sweet factor turned a little more into the hot factor. I think this is more in line with her recent books like the Rough Rider series and the Need You series. Readers who follow her from years ago will appreciate the growth and readers who are new to her writing will continue to enjoy it....
November 14, 2017
Thank you to the author for an ARC of the reissue of Dirty Deeds.
It is no secret how much I adore and love a book from Lorelei James. Having read this book many year ago, I was excited to dive into the reissue of this book. The cover is smoking hot and gives an interlude to the steam between the pages.
Tate and Nathan are brought together by a seeming uncanny and almost off the wall deal. However, the book takes one a romantic appeal as they both begin to fall in love with each in between the dirt deeds they both need to achieve the outcome of each side of the deal. Nathan works hard to convince Tate that there is more than simply a fling between them. Slowing he wins and shows her that the chemistry and electricity between them is on fire.
A great sexy and fun read! I recommend you pick up this book!
It is no secret how much I adore and love a book from Lorelei James. Having read this book many year ago, I was excited to dive into the reissue of this book. The cover is smoking hot and gives an interlude to the steam between the pages.
Tate and Nathan are brought together by a seeming uncanny and almost off the wall deal. However, the book takes one a romantic appeal as they both begin to fall in love with each in between the dirt deeds they both need to achieve the outcome of each side of the deal. Nathan works hard to convince Tate that there is more than simply a fling between them. Slowing he wins and shows her that the chemistry and electricity between them is on fire.
A great sexy and fun read! I recommend you pick up this book!
January 10, 2017
3.5
When Tate hires her friends brother with help to renovate a house she inherited from an aunt, it's not just his landscaping skill Tate is interested in.
She's hoping for Nathan to help her with other deeds of a short no strings deal, whereas Nathan wants romance for a change. They trade of skills to help each other get what they need. Will Tate want more in the end from Nathan other than his dirty deeds and will he persuade the stubborn Tate to try something more real?
The was fast paced read filled with plenty innuendo. I enjoyed this book, I can't wait to see what other types of work this author has, because this has whet my appetite to try more.
I received this book in return for my honest opinion.
When Tate hires her friends brother with help to renovate a house she inherited from an aunt, it's not just his landscaping skill Tate is interested in.
She's hoping for Nathan to help her with other deeds of a short no strings deal, whereas Nathan wants romance for a change. They trade of skills to help each other get what they need. Will Tate want more in the end from Nathan other than his dirty deeds and will he persuade the stubborn Tate to try something more real?
The was fast paced read filled with plenty innuendo. I enjoyed this book, I can't wait to see what other types of work this author has, because this has whet my appetite to try more.
I received this book in return for my honest opinion.
March 28, 2009
Yep it was Dirty Deeds alright!!! Nathan owns a ditch/sewer digging company but he is wanting to branch out into landscaping. Tate is a graphic artist from Denver trying to remodel/refurnish her dead Aunt's house. Well she needs some help because the city has madated that she do major changes and bring the landscaping and yard into city ordinances. There is 2 plots to this book, One getting the house ready to resell and Tate is tired of her plain old boring vanillia sex life. She is hoping that Nathan can spice it up, which he does. Sooo it's not really erotica, well what I would consider erotica but it is a good story with the old HEA ending.
January 10, 2017
Tate finds herself suspended from work after an office romance gone bad. Her ex's parting shot? She's not the type of woman a man goes wild for. She retreats to South Dakota where she's fixing her aunt's house up to sell. The hits just keep coming when she finds out she has to invest in massive landscaping to be cleared to sell the property. Knowing she can't afford to pay for a landscaper she makes a trade with her best friends brother. Nathan can provide Landscaping services and in return Tate can provide art lessons for his new landscape design business. A side perk... She wants to get down and dirty and prove she can have a wild affair. Nathan is the perfect choice, his relationships are always casual.
Nathan is nursing his own wounded pride, his last girlfriend made him feel like he's only good for a quick fling. He knows something's missing in his life. He's all work and no play. As soon as he meets Tate he knows he wants more. As they work together he tries to convince her that they have more than just chemistry. When they finally give in, the chemistry is hot! This is a fun sexy book. I enjoyed it!
Nathan is nursing his own wounded pride, his last girlfriend made him feel like he's only good for a quick fling. He knows something's missing in his life. He's all work and no play. As soon as he meets Tate he knows he wants more. As they work together he tries to convince her that they have more than just chemistry. When they finally give in, the chemistry is hot! This is a fun sexy book. I enjoyed it!
November 28, 2017
This book was not for me. It took me several times of starting and stopping it to finally finish it. I never really connected with the hero and heroine and didn't believe their chemistry. To be honest, the first half of the book they were kind of mean to each other.
January 5, 2017
This is another great book that I have had the pleasure to read from Lorelei James. I really loved the story between Tate and Nathan. I loved how they work to make the way they perceived things about each other and turned it into a beautiful hot sexy love.
December 27, 2016
5 Stars *****
I thought that I had read every book that Lorelei James had ever written but somehow I missed this book. As soon as I found out, I was quick to rectify that problem and holy geez I am happy that I did. Dirty Deeds was amazing!
I loved how Tate was so open and honest with Nathan about what she wanted and I loved that she looked beyond what he did for a living. This book gives you all of the warm (sometimes smoking hot) fuzzies that we have come to love from LJ’s book and it will definitely not disappoint you.
In this book, Tate needs some landscaping done on the house that she inherited from her aunt but she is low on funds and refuses to take money from her family. She makes a deal with Nathan to exchange talents (hers for art lessons and his landscaping services) and maybe some casual, no strings attached type of lovin’. Nathan says that he is ok with this but he is tired of the casual hook ups and wants more from Tate but is also scared of pushing her away. When the tensions blast through the roof, will either of them be left standing?
I thought that I had read every book that Lorelei James had ever written but somehow I missed this book. As soon as I found out, I was quick to rectify that problem and holy geez I am happy that I did. Dirty Deeds was amazing!
I loved how Tate was so open and honest with Nathan about what she wanted and I loved that she looked beyond what he did for a living. This book gives you all of the warm (sometimes smoking hot) fuzzies that we have come to love from LJ’s book and it will definitely not disappoint you.
In this book, Tate needs some landscaping done on the house that she inherited from her aunt but she is low on funds and refuses to take money from her family. She makes a deal with Nathan to exchange talents (hers for art lessons and his landscaping services) and maybe some casual, no strings attached type of lovin’. Nathan says that he is ok with this but he is tired of the casual hook ups and wants more from Tate but is also scared of pushing her away. When the tensions blast through the roof, will either of them be left standing?
December 28, 2016
---Has a few spoilers ---
Sometimes you cross paths with people, not knowing what the real reason why until later. Nathan LeBeau is the average hard working business owner and Tate Cross is in need to not only find herself but settle her aunt’s estate as well. Both Nathan and Tate have reputations, one as a uncommitted player and the other as a rule follower.
Nathan LeBeau is a sewer/ditch digger where he is married to his work. He once fell for a girl, but things ended badly, so it was easier to put all of his effort into his business. Tate Cross is a goody two shoes who has talent, but had a difficult time seeing that she was being used. Due to an interoffice issue in her job in a marketing firm, she was taking a sabbatical (Yea, it was maybe forced per her company). Being that she was currently without work, she decided that she’d head to Spearfish (where she spent her summers as a child) to make the necessary changes on her aunt’s house so she would be able to put it on the market. However, being without a paying job and her savings account dwindling, she needs to find a way to barter her way through some landscaping. Luckily for her, a friend’s brother just happens to be in the business and he’s willing to make a deal. It was actually more than one deal, one deal was for trade of services and the other deal . . . that too was a trade for services. Tate wants to open her eyes (and body) to anything but boring vanilla sex and Nathan happens to want to help her fill that void as well, but his wants are high on his list as well. Nathan wants romance, can he help to make Tate see the benefits of time and patience?
Can Nathan and Tate build a non-committal relationship and use each other for what they actually want/need from each other? Will lines blur? What happens once the landscaping work is done?
Nathan and Tate have chemistry both inside and outside the bedroom. You want to see them make it work, but as you read and your heart gets more involved, you begin to lose the want. The non-truths, the unknown futures, their pasts . . . so much of it will mess with their story. It brings out the ugly in both of them, but it also makes you realize that they need to be together. Nathan and Tate deserve the happiness that is possible, the question is; can they make it through?
Lorelei James is one of my favorite authors. This wasn't my favorite book, but it was a quick read and had a good story line. The book drug in a few spots, but overall, I'd read it again.
Sometimes you cross paths with people, not knowing what the real reason why until later. Nathan LeBeau is the average hard working business owner and Tate Cross is in need to not only find herself but settle her aunt’s estate as well. Both Nathan and Tate have reputations, one as a uncommitted player and the other as a rule follower.
Nathan LeBeau is a sewer/ditch digger where he is married to his work. He once fell for a girl, but things ended badly, so it was easier to put all of his effort into his business. Tate Cross is a goody two shoes who has talent, but had a difficult time seeing that she was being used. Due to an interoffice issue in her job in a marketing firm, she was taking a sabbatical (Yea, it was maybe forced per her company). Being that she was currently without work, she decided that she’d head to Spearfish (where she spent her summers as a child) to make the necessary changes on her aunt’s house so she would be able to put it on the market. However, being without a paying job and her savings account dwindling, she needs to find a way to barter her way through some landscaping. Luckily for her, a friend’s brother just happens to be in the business and he’s willing to make a deal. It was actually more than one deal, one deal was for trade of services and the other deal . . . that too was a trade for services. Tate wants to open her eyes (and body) to anything but boring vanilla sex and Nathan happens to want to help her fill that void as well, but his wants are high on his list as well. Nathan wants romance, can he help to make Tate see the benefits of time and patience?
Can Nathan and Tate build a non-committal relationship and use each other for what they actually want/need from each other? Will lines blur? What happens once the landscaping work is done?
Nathan and Tate have chemistry both inside and outside the bedroom. You want to see them make it work, but as you read and your heart gets more involved, you begin to lose the want. The non-truths, the unknown futures, their pasts . . . so much of it will mess with their story. It brings out the ugly in both of them, but it also makes you realize that they need to be together. Nathan and Tate deserve the happiness that is possible, the question is; can they make it through?
Lorelei James is one of my favorite authors. This wasn't my favorite book, but it was a quick read and had a good story line. The book drug in a few spots, but overall, I'd read it again.
October 24, 2014
Settling up her aunt’s estate and selling the house should be simple, but Tate Cross finds that things are a bit more complicated than she previously thought. The town of Spearfish has decided that the house will need some special landscaping and renovations before it can be sold. Tate finds herself struggling with the changes and prays she can quickly remedy the situation. Count on Tate’s friend Val to come up with a solution. One that will tempt Tate to let go of her inner ‘bad girl’ and live a little.
Val’s brother Nathan LeBeau owns a landscaping business. He has struggled to prove to the town that he is a knowledgeable businessman…fighting the stigma attached to Native Americans. When the chance to enter in a landscaping contest presents itself, Nathan thinks he has no prospects to enter. Then Val gives him that prospect. Her friend Tate needs landscaping work on her house and is willing to trade the work for art lessons. Val also throws out the possibility of some no-strings attached sex in the mix. Nathan can’t believe what he has heard. Isn’t this too good to be true?
When Tate and Nathan meet they instantly find an attraction. Nathan goes against everything he has ever done and asks Tate to go out on dates with him. After all, he needs to get to know her better before they jump into anything together. Tate feels the burn of her desire for Nate. Wanting to experience a relationship that possesses no-strings fuels the desire she feels. However - Nate holds out on her at every turn. What does a girl have to do to get Nate in the sack?
As the sparks fly, Nate and Tate are in a battle of wills. Both wanting the opposite of the other. Each with their own agenda. Will they find the spark sizzles out? Secrets from both of their pasts will threaten any future these two could possibly have.
Dirty Deeds is the first book I have read by Lorelei James. It is a sexy, feel good type of romance that brings two determined characters together. The fast paced story is driven by the premise of what family is all about. This brisk romance will leave you smiling as you turn the pages. It’s definitely a great read!! Don’t take my word for it….check it out for yourself!
Val’s brother Nathan LeBeau owns a landscaping business. He has struggled to prove to the town that he is a knowledgeable businessman…fighting the stigma attached to Native Americans. When the chance to enter in a landscaping contest presents itself, Nathan thinks he has no prospects to enter. Then Val gives him that prospect. Her friend Tate needs landscaping work on her house and is willing to trade the work for art lessons. Val also throws out the possibility of some no-strings attached sex in the mix. Nathan can’t believe what he has heard. Isn’t this too good to be true?
When Tate and Nathan meet they instantly find an attraction. Nathan goes against everything he has ever done and asks Tate to go out on dates with him. After all, he needs to get to know her better before they jump into anything together. Tate feels the burn of her desire for Nate. Wanting to experience a relationship that possesses no-strings fuels the desire she feels. However - Nate holds out on her at every turn. What does a girl have to do to get Nate in the sack?
As the sparks fly, Nate and Tate are in a battle of wills. Both wanting the opposite of the other. Each with their own agenda. Will they find the spark sizzles out? Secrets from both of their pasts will threaten any future these two could possibly have.
Dirty Deeds is the first book I have read by Lorelei James. It is a sexy, feel good type of romance that brings two determined characters together. The fast paced story is driven by the premise of what family is all about. This brisk romance will leave you smiling as you turn the pages. It’s definitely a great read!! Don’t take my word for it….check it out for yourself!
November 11, 2014
DIRTY DEEDS has everything I always expect in a Lorelei James novel. Lovable characters that you come to care for as the book progresses, and you feel an immediate connection to. A sense of family. And lots of sexiness.
Tate Cross comes to Spearfish to settle her aunt’s estate and sell her house. However she runs into some issues with renovations to the house before she’s able to sell. And as she doesn’t have the money to afford the renovations, she comes up with creative arrangements to pay for the work she needs done. Especially when it comes to her landscaping. Nathan LeBeau is the perfect guy for the job!
Nathan is also tasked with helping Tate get a little wild in her otherwise boring sex life. For an arrangement that they both thought would be forced or not as enjoyable when it first came up, their chemistry showed strong from the get go. The sexual sparks were flying from their first interaction and I was just hooked.
DIRTY DEEDS is the type of sexy and feel good book you don’t want to put down. Even though I think we could’ve gone a little deeper into how much prejudice, of his Native American background and his “dirty” job, has affected Nathan. And even some of Tate’s background and the things that have made her tick in the past, including her family and her career. But even without all that backstory fully developed you still got the a good feel for who they were and how good they could compliment each other. In and out of the bedroom.
As a fan of the author, I’m glad I was able to get a look at an older title that I otherwise might’ve not gone back to look at.
*ARC provided by publisher
February 24, 2017
Awesome Read!
I loved reading Dirty Deeds, all about Tate Cross a young women who is a Graphic Artist and who is renovating her Aunt Beatrice's old Victoria while on a break from her job & Nathan LeBeau her BFF'S older brother who is hired as her landscaper because she received an emergency Blight notice from the city. Tate is in town for the next three months to get her inheritance fixed up and sold. Right now she's up to her eyeballs in bills and has just received a Blight notice from the town of Spearfish, South Dakota. She has no idea how to resolve this issue. So she goes to visit her BFF Val Westerfield whose husband Richard is a Lawyer to see if he can help with a Lean situation. In exchange for his help she agrees to watch the children when VAl goes into the hospital to give birth to her fifth child. Also while agreeing to babysit she mentions the Blight notice, and Val says you should talk to my brother Nathan because he does Landscaping on the side and in exchange for his expertise you can teach him Art lessons which he needs badly! The author wrote an amazing story about two people who wind up needing each other in more ways then one! I've read everything this author has ever written, and love everyone of them. They are always long amazing story's that grab you on page one and keep you enthralled until the very last word! So I encourage you to read her books!
I loved reading Dirty Deeds, all about Tate Cross a young women who is a Graphic Artist and who is renovating her Aunt Beatrice's old Victoria while on a break from her job & Nathan LeBeau her BFF'S older brother who is hired as her landscaper because she received an emergency Blight notice from the city. Tate is in town for the next three months to get her inheritance fixed up and sold. Right now she's up to her eyeballs in bills and has just received a Blight notice from the town of Spearfish, South Dakota. She has no idea how to resolve this issue. So she goes to visit her BFF Val Westerfield whose husband Richard is a Lawyer to see if he can help with a Lean situation. In exchange for his help she agrees to watch the children when VAl goes into the hospital to give birth to her fifth child. Also while agreeing to babysit she mentions the Blight notice, and Val says you should talk to my brother Nathan because he does Landscaping on the side and in exchange for his expertise you can teach him Art lessons which he needs badly! The author wrote an amazing story about two people who wind up needing each other in more ways then one! I've read everything this author has ever written, and love everyone of them. They are always long amazing story's that grab you on page one and keep you enthralled until the very last word! So I encourage you to read her books!
January 9, 2017
Lorelei James writes another great book! I loved it!
Have you ever wanted what you can’t have? Then change your mind and decide you want it? Well that is what Tate and Nathan both do but neither of them are willing to admit it.
Tate Cross wants to forget the mess her life has become in Denver. She is in Spearfish, South Dakota she is taking care of the late Aunts house. She needs to take care of some updates and while she is doing that she wants a no strings sex relationship. She asks one of her best friends to help her with that. Her best friend set her up with her brother.
Nathan LeBeau wants a relationship where the woman sees him for more than his Native American skin and his hard work. He wants to prove he is not just good for sex, but his sister doesn’t know that. So, his sister is setting him up with Tate.
There is a hiccup in Tate’s Aunts property clean up and she needs to clean up the landscape. Nathan can help her with that and Tate is wanting to trade sex for his help. Nathan wants to help he is hoping for art lessons to help his landscaping company.
So, what happens when you have a woman that wants sex but is not fully ready for it, and a man that wants a relationship but is not fully ready for it?
Have you ever wanted what you can’t have? Then change your mind and decide you want it? Well that is what Tate and Nathan both do but neither of them are willing to admit it.
Tate Cross wants to forget the mess her life has become in Denver. She is in Spearfish, South Dakota she is taking care of the late Aunts house. She needs to take care of some updates and while she is doing that she wants a no strings sex relationship. She asks one of her best friends to help her with that. Her best friend set her up with her brother.
Nathan LeBeau wants a relationship where the woman sees him for more than his Native American skin and his hard work. He wants to prove he is not just good for sex, but his sister doesn’t know that. So, his sister is setting him up with Tate.
There is a hiccup in Tate’s Aunts property clean up and she needs to clean up the landscape. Nathan can help her with that and Tate is wanting to trade sex for his help. Nathan wants to help he is hoping for art lessons to help his landscaping company.
So, what happens when you have a woman that wants sex but is not fully ready for it, and a man that wants a relationship but is not fully ready for it?
December 18, 2016
Tate Cross an graphic artist comes to Spearfish to settle the her late aunt´s estate.
She hires landscapener Nathan LeBeau an native american and former bad boy.
He needs lektions in drawing and in exchange he landscapes her yard.
He wants to win an landscaping competition and enrolls with Tate´s assignment without her knowledge.
And then is there this little agreement of " he teaches her to have hot s**."
But he disregards their agreement- choosing his own agenda because he wants romance and date nights. She only wants carnal- she thinks.
He strings her along and also has issues with his indian heritage. But that´s are only his issues.
She likes him for himself just fine.
Tate is insecure just like Nathan. But boy did I want to shake some sense into her wile reading.
And finally Nathan brakes the camel´s back and Tate grows a backbone and disappeares.
I wanted to shout YES YES YES. Finally Tate !! Go girl !!
I rella really loved this book.
5 Stars and a Huge Thank you Lorelei James !!
Synopsis:
Bad Boy meets Good Girl or Mr. I will take things slow and show you that you crave romance.
She hires landscapener Nathan LeBeau an native american and former bad boy.
He needs lektions in drawing and in exchange he landscapes her yard.
He wants to win an landscaping competition and enrolls with Tate´s assignment without her knowledge.
And then is there this little agreement of " he teaches her to have hot s**."
But he disregards their agreement- choosing his own agenda because he wants romance and date nights. She only wants carnal- she thinks.
He strings her along and also has issues with his indian heritage. But that´s are only his issues.
She likes him for himself just fine.
Tate is insecure just like Nathan. But boy did I want to shake some sense into her wile reading.
And finally Nathan brakes the camel´s back and Tate grows a backbone and disappeares.
I wanted to shout YES YES YES. Finally Tate !! Go girl !!
I rella really loved this book.
5 Stars and a Huge Thank you Lorelei James !!
Synopsis:
Bad Boy meets Good Girl or Mr. I will take things slow and show you that you crave romance.
December 22, 2017
I didn't read Dirty Deeds when it was first released in 2006 but it has had over 2,600 revisions made and is now being re-released. I cannot say anything negative about this book it had it all, a charming Hero, Nathan LeBeau, an enchanting heroine, Tate Cross, and a great story line. I loved the chemistry between Nathan and Tate.
"Tate was dynamite. He was a match. An explosive combination they couldn't set off right now."
But can they make this relationship be what they both want even though they want different things? Only one way to find out...grab your copy today!
You can read my full review and others on my blog Nadine's Obsessed with Books and while you're there don't forget to enter the GIVEAWAY for a signed paperback of Dirty Deeds (US only) & $10 gift card (International).
***I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book that I requested from Give Me Books Event Bloggers***
"Tate was dynamite. He was a match. An explosive combination they couldn't set off right now."
But can they make this relationship be what they both want even though they want different things? Only one way to find out...grab your copy today!
You can read my full review and others on my blog Nadine's Obsessed with Books and while you're there don't forget to enter the GIVEAWAY for a signed paperback of Dirty Deeds (US only) & $10 gift card (International).
***I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book that I requested from Give Me Books Event Bloggers***
January 4, 2017
3.5 stars
I was so excited to hear that Lorelei James was re-releasing Dirty Deeds, one of her earliest published novels. It was a joy to revisit Tate and Nathan's story after all these years. It stands up well because the storyline and characters are timeless. Ms. James has updated a few details that dated it, but a well-written story and well-developed characters always age well. My opinion of the story and the characters remains unchanged--I enjoyed the refresher on these two beloved characters, and I especially appreciated how Ms. James' writing has evolved and grown over the last several years. Although, as Dirty Deeds demonstrates, she started at an exceptionally high level. Her more recent novels show her growth as a writer, her willingness to explore new subjects, as well as her seemingly effortless ability to write exceptionally well in multiple genres. It was fun to go back to this group of characters--I hope I can find the time to read the other related (but standalone) novels sometime soon.
I was so excited to hear that Lorelei James was re-releasing Dirty Deeds, one of her earliest published novels. It was a joy to revisit Tate and Nathan's story after all these years. It stands up well because the storyline and characters are timeless. Ms. James has updated a few details that dated it, but a well-written story and well-developed characters always age well. My opinion of the story and the characters remains unchanged--I enjoyed the refresher on these two beloved characters, and I especially appreciated how Ms. James' writing has evolved and grown over the last several years. Although, as Dirty Deeds demonstrates, she started at an exceptionally high level. Her more recent novels show her growth as a writer, her willingness to explore new subjects, as well as her seemingly effortless ability to write exceptionally well in multiple genres. It was fun to go back to this group of characters--I hope I can find the time to read the other related (but standalone) novels sometime soon.
December 24, 2016
I have read all the Rough Rider series by Lorelei James and I just had to read Dirty Deeds when it was offered! It is definitely a different genre than Rough Riders. I really enjoyed reading Dirty Deeds. I would like to have read Dirty Deeds from 2006 and now with all the revisions to see what the changes were. I think Lorelei James corrected some of the problems from her previous reviews for this updated version. I think it is Hot in all the right areas.
Dirty Deeds is Nathan LeBeau & Tate Cross story. I will let you read the synopsis for yourself. I loved Tate, and my my she might be innocent but, she is set on getting down and dirty with Nathan. She says she doesn’t need the romance. Nathan on the other hand really wants to romance her and he is ready for a relationship, not a fling like Tate wants and of course she doesn’t know this.
I really enjoyed Dirty Deeds and I look forward to reading more of Lorelei James Contemporary Romances.
I give Dirty Deeds 4.5 stars. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
Reviewed for TaSTy WordGasms Blog
Dirty Deeds is Nathan LeBeau & Tate Cross story. I will let you read the synopsis for yourself. I loved Tate, and my my she might be innocent but, she is set on getting down and dirty with Nathan. She says she doesn’t need the romance. Nathan on the other hand really wants to romance her and he is ready for a relationship, not a fling like Tate wants and of course she doesn’t know this.
I really enjoyed Dirty Deeds and I look forward to reading more of Lorelei James Contemporary Romances.
I give Dirty Deeds 4.5 stars. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
Reviewed for TaSTy WordGasms Blog
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