By Annabelle Winters
Romance
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆
Quick Summary
Punished by the Principal is a fast-paced, captivating romance between Rick Rhodes, a military man turned principal, and a hot-to-handle single mom.
She blazed into Rick’s life and office, insulted him, and threatened to have him fired. When faced with his formidable presence, she refused to give an inch.
Rick was not accustomed to having others stand up to him, so he did what he always did: He stood his ground, and when she would not back down, he got her out of his office.
First Impression
My first impression of this book was the cover and the name. These caught my attention and caused me to pick it up.
The first few lines caught my attention. The introductory chapter had me so captivated that I was surprised.
What I Loved
The conflict! While this is not an enemies-to-lovers story, this book has the same tension where our male and female protagonists are such strong characters.
They come at each other with guns blaring each time they are in the same space. It is not hatred that drives them; however, no, it is bullheadedness, sheer stubbornness, and sexual tension.
What Could Have Been Better
For the most part this book was great. Even though this was a short, quick read, I believe Annabelle Winters did a great job with Punished by the Principal.
However there is a point when I felt that the story had some how skipped forward. The change did not fit with the pacing of the story.
Favorite Character
Both our male and female lead are such outstanding characters that I love them both. They are strong.
Remi is a single mother who would win against the devil himself. She is witty and fearless.
Likewise, Rick is determined, disciplined, and always gets the last word. More than that, he does not back down from a fight, and he has found something worth fighting for in Remi and her son.
Memorable Quote
Once you cross a line in battle there is no turning back.
Who Should Read This
Hopeless romantics who believe in love at first sight should read this. Additionally if you have little time to read but love short fast pace romance novels you cannot afford to miss this book.
It can easily be read in one sitting.
Before You Go
Have you read Punished by the Principal? If so, please leave a comment below; we would love to know what you think of it.
If you would like more book recommendations, here are three that you cannot afford to miss: Dying for the Doctor, The Uncrowned King, and The Bastard King.