Step into the steamy and suspenseful world of Sawyer Bennett’s Legal Affairs series, where courtroom drama collides with sizzling romance! This contemporary romance saga follows McKayla ‘Mac’ Dawson, a fresh law school grad, as she navigates love, lust, and legal battles under the magnetic influence of her enigmatic boss, Matt Connover. With its intoxicating mix of passion, emotional depth, and high-stakes legal intrigue, Legal Affairs captures the heart and keeps you hooked.
Bennett, a former trial lawyer, infuses the series with authenticity, crafting a world where love is as complex as any courtroom case. Whether you’re a romance aficionado or new to the genre, Legal Affairs offers a rollercoaster of emotions that’s hard to resist.
How Legal Affairs Began
Sawyer Bennett, a New York Times bestselling author, launched the Legal Affairs series in 2014, drawing on her 16 years as a civil litigation attorney to ground her stories in real-world authenticity. Inspired by her love for blending humor, heat, and heartfelt moments, Bennett created Legal Affairs to explore the messy, passionate intersections of professional ambition and personal desire. The series started as a six-volume serial novel, later compiled into a single book, and expanded with companion novels and spin-offs, cementing its place in contemporary romance.
The Heart of Legal Affairs
The series kicks off with Legal Affairs, where Mac Dawson’s torrid one-night stand turns complicated when she discovers her mystery man is her new boss, Matt Connover, a brilliant but emotionally guarded lawyer. Their illicit office affair unfolds across six volumes—Objection, Stipulation, Violation, Mitigation, Reparation, and Affirmation—blending steamy encounters with emotional stakes. Confessions of a Litigation God, a companion novel, retells the story from Matt’s perspective, adding depth with bonus scenes and an extended epilogue.
The series also includes a trilogy—Clash, Grind, and Yield—focusing on Cal and Macy, Mac’s friends, whose enemies-to-lovers arc explores trust and healing. Other standalones like Sexy Lies and Rock & Roll and The Pecker Briefs introduce fresh characters, like a rockstar and a quirky lawyer, while maintaining the series’ signature mix of humor and heat. Themes of redemption, trust, and overcoming past traumas weave through the legal setting, with Bennett’s witty dialogue and vivid characters bringing the stories to life.
Bennett’s growth as a writer shines through, with fans noting her improved pacing and emotional nuance compared to later works like Friction. The series’ blend of erotic romance and legal drama creates a world where passion and professionalism are in constant tension, making every page a guilty pleasure.
Why Legal Affairs Resonates
Legal Affairs has carved a niche in contemporary romance for its bold exploration of complex relationships and its authentic legal backdrop. Fans praise the series for its relatable characters—Mac’s confidence and Matt’s vulnerability resonate deeply—and its ability to balance steamy scenes with emotional growth. Bennett’s humor and knack for crafting flawed, lovable characters have built a loyal readership, with the series inspiring comparisons to works like the Reasonable Doubt series.
By tackling themes like second chances and personal redemption, Legal Affairs transcends typical romance tropes, offering stories that linger long after the final page. Its impact lies in proving that romance can be both scorching and soulful, cementing Bennett’s reputation as a genre innovator.
- First Book Published: 2014 (Objection)
- Total Books: 12, including serial volumes, a companion novel, a trilogy, and standalones
- Genre: Contemporary Romance, Erotic Romance
- Setting: High-powered law firm, Connover & Crown, LLP
Ready to dive into a world of forbidden romance and legal thrills? Grab Legal Affairs and let Sawyer Bennett sweep you into Mac and Matt’s irresistible saga!