Chase Sterling is a pompous grump—a gorgeous one, but still a grump.
I meet him at the airport while waiting for the flight to my sister’s wedding. It’s delayed and no one is happy, but Mr. Arrogant Sterling thinks he’s the only one of importance. After we exchange a few heated words, I curl up in my chair and ignore him until we board.
Whatever, it’s not like I’ll ever see him again.
Except, I do!
And if I couldn’t be any less lucky, he’s the best man! I don’t want him ruining my sister’s big day, so I keep a very close eye on Mr. Fancy Pants.
One sensual dance and a stolen kiss later, I realize that there is more to Chase Sterling than the grumpy ass I first met at the airport.
After the wedding, I get back to reality. I’m trying to save the inn I inherited from my grandmother, but it ate up all my savings. That’s why I desperately need a job.
So when Sterling Investments offers me a position, I accept — planning to avoid Chase Sterling at all costs.
Will I manage to see this grump as my boss and forget all about our stolen kisses?
Time will tell.
But judging by the seductive smile he gives me as he welcomes me in, I’m pretty sure that I will fail...
This was an amazing read that was fun, flirty, and made us laugh and smile. It was sexy, and the witty banter tied everything together perfectly. We adored the characters, finding them all wonderful and lovable. The constant teasing and the meddling of the Sterling brothers, all done out of kindness and big hearts, added a lot of charm to the story.
Hannah and Chase were a perfect match for each other, especially after her difficult past relationship. We were thrilled to see her find a man who truly cared for her heart and well-being. Hannah seamlessly integrated into the Sterling family, winning not only Chase's heart but his family's. Chase the ideal book boyfriend, who had us swooning with his thoughtful actions and gestures. He has earned a spot on our list of swoon-worthy characters, and we couldn't help but fall in love with him.
Overall, this was a perfect read that we can't stop raving about. The story was filled with love, laughter, a touch of mystery, and intrigue, with delightful surprises sprinkled throughout. We're eagerly looking forward to seeing more of this couple in future installments of the series. #lovestory #romance #bookboyfriend
Meet Layla Hagen:
My name is Layla Hagen and I am a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance.
I fell in love with books when I was nine years old, and my love affair with stories continues even now, many years later.
I write romantic stories and can’t wait to share them with the world.
She’s a white-picket-fence kind of girl, but I only do casual. My first mistake? Asking her to be my roommate.Gabe
When someone’s down on their luck, I like to help out. Diane needed a place to stay, and my attic was empty. How hard could it be to have a temporary roommate?
It turns out—very hard.
Living with her is turning out to be physically impossible. Every time she saunters through the living room, I can’t help but want her. Whenever she gives me sass, I fantasize about kissing that mouth until she begs for more.
But she is my employee’s sister and that is a line I can’t cross…or can I?Diane
At first I was a little leery about accepting Gabe’s offer, because he’s my sister’s boss. But Gabe is the best. He’s not only generous and fun (and hot!), but also considerate.
One night after dinner in the city he does the gentlemanly thing and walks me to my door — only, I manage to stumble, rip my dress and flash him my various lady parts.
It’s a full-on disaster! Or so I think.
The man gives me the hottest kiss of my life— toe curling, sparks-flying, panty-melting hot. Even though I’ve just been through the break-up from hell, I can’t resist his charms.
But I don’t want to embarrass my sister by getting involved with Gabe. Besides, he and I want different things in life.
Just this once, though, I’d love to throw caution to the wind…
We loved this story from cover to cover what a page-turner that was infectious with laughter and fun. Gabe and Diane's story had us laughing and smiling throughout it.
This couple had chemistry galore the sexy interludes were super hot. It was lust at first sight for this couple. The characters of this story were wonderful and loved Gabe's boisterous family with their wives and girlfriends and his grandparents were gems.
Although this story can be read as a standalone I loved that we read them in order as the is some ongoing family drama that starts from the beginning of the series and moves throughout it.
Diane was perfect for Gabe he needed her to balance out the workaholic in him and make him slow down a bit and enjoy life and let's not forget Gabe's match-making grandma has set her sights on him this time around.
Loved Cole's character as well he was a good boss, sexy, compassionate, loving giving, protective, and possessive even though he was a bit of a control freak and came with a dominant nature he had to be careful with Diane as she was a strong and independent and dreams of her own. Somehow they balanced each other out and loved that the most about them. Diane was such a kind and loving soul who was giving and fun and loving and so worthy of being loved.
This was a beautiful read loved the scorching chemistry between them and how supportive of one another they were. Loved their journey to finding more with each other and enjoyed the fact that both characters grew throughout the story there were stumbling blocks, misunderstandings, lack of saying what was on their minds sometimes but, she fit him perfectly and vice versa and she fit so well with his awesome family. Their courtship was perfect and was fun to watch so many tender and swoon-worthy moments. The ending was priceless loved it to pieces. Loving this series and can't wait for the next read.
My name is Layla Hagen and I am a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance.
I fell in love with books when I was nine years old, and my love affair with stories continues even now, many years later.
I write romantic stories and can’t wait to share them with the world.
And I drink coffee.
She’s a white-picket-fence kind of girl, but I only do casual. My first mistake? Asking her to be my roommate.Gabe
When someone’s down on their luck, I like to help out. Diane needed a place to stay, and my attic was empty. How hard could it be to have a temporary roommate?
It turns out—very hard.
Living with her is turning out to be physically impossible. Every time she saunters through the living room, I can’t help but want her. Whenever she gives me sass, I fantasize about kissing that mouth until she begs for more.
But she is my employee’s sister and that is a line I can’t cross…or can I?Diane
At first I was a little leery about accepting Gabe’s offer, because he’s my sister’s boss. But Gabe is the best. He’s not only generous and fun (and hot!), but also considerate.
One night after dinner in the city he does the gentlemanly thing and walks me to my door — only, I manage to stumble, rip my dress and flash him my various lady parts.
It’s a full-on disaster! Or so I think.
The man gives me the hottest kiss of my life— toe curling, sparks-flying, panty-melting hot. Even though I’ve just been through the break-up from hell, I can’t resist his charms.
But I don’t want to embarrass my sister by getting involved with Gabe. Besides, he and I want different things in life.
Just this once, though, I’d love to throw caution to the wind…
We loved this story from cover to cover what a page-turner that was infectious with laughter and fun. Gabe and Diane's story had us laughing and smiling throughout it.
This couple had chemistry galore the sexy interludes were super hot. It was lust at first sight for this couple. The characters of this story were wonderful and loved Gabe's boisterous family with their wives and girlfriends and his grandparents were gems.
Although this story can be read as a standalone I loved that we read them in order as the is some ongoing family drama that starts from the beginning of the series and moves throughout it.
Diane was perfect for Gabe he needed her to balance out the workaholic in him and make him slow down a bit and enjoy life and let's not forget Gabe's match-making grandma has set her sights on him this time around.
Loved Cole's character as well he was a good boss, sexy, compassionate, loving giving, protective, and possessive even though he was a bit of a control freak and came with a dominant nature he had to be careful with Diane as she was a strong and independent and dreams of her own. Somehow they balanced each other out and loved that the most about them. Diane was such a kind and loving soul who was giving and fun and loving and so worthy of being loved.
This was a beautiful read loved the scorching chemistry between them and how supportive of one another they were. Loved their journey to finding more with each other and enjoyed the fact that both characters grew throughout the story there were stumbling blocks, misunderstandings, lack of saying what was on their minds sometimes but, she fit him perfectly and vice versa and she fit so well with his awesome family. Their courtship was perfect and was fun to watch so many tender and swoon-worthy moments. The ending was priceless loved it to pieces. Loving this series and can't wait for the next read.
We loved this story from cover to cover what a page-turner that was infectious with laughter and fun. Gabe and Diane's story had us laughing and smiling throughout it.
This couple had chemistry galore the sexy interludes were super hot. It was lust at first sight for this couple. The characters of this story were wonderful and loved Gabe's boisterous family with their wives and girlfriends and his grandparents were gems.
Although this story can be read as a standalone I loved that we read them in order as the is some ongoing family drama that starts from the beginning of the series and moves throughout it.
Diane was perfect for Gabe he needed her to balance out the workaholic in him and make him slow down a bit and enjoy life and let's not forget Gabe's match-making grandma has set her sights on him this time around.
Loved Cole's character as well he was a good boss, sexy, compassionate, loving giving, protective, and possessive even though he was a bit of a control freak and came with a dominant nature he had to be careful with Diane as she was a strong and independent and dreams of her own. Somehow they balanced each other out and loved that the most about them. Diane was such a kind and loving soul who was giving and fun and loving and so worthy of being loved.
This was a beautiful read loved the scorching chemistry between them and how supportive of one another they were. Loved their journey to finding more with each other and enjoyed the fact that both characters grew throughout the story there were stumbling blocks, misunderstandings, lack of saying what was on their minds sometimes but, she fit him perfectly and vice versa and she fit so well with his awesome family. Their courtship was perfect and was fun to watch so many tender and swoon-worthy moments. The ending was priceless loved it to pieces. Loving this series and can't wait for the next read.
Meet Layla Hagen:
My name is Layla Hagen and I am a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance.
I fell in love with books when I was nine years old, and my love affair with stories continues even now, many years later.
I write romantic stories and can’t wait to share them with the world.
And I drink coffee.
Reese Maxwell meets her happy-ever-after in Layla Hagen's newest. What starts as a pretend romance soon turns into so much more...
Newly divorced Dominic Waldorf is the most coveted bachelor in Chicago. At least, that's what he thinks. I'd describe him as more of a Neanderthal with a really nice backside.
When I accidentally spill champagne on him at a charity event, he accuses me of hitting on him. Then later, I run into him in an empty coat room, and he's convinced.
The truth is even more embarrassing.
I'm hiding from my ex-fiancรฉ, who showed up with his new wife—my former best friend. I try to hold it together, but instead spill my guts to this handsome stranger.
Dom surprises me by suggesting an agreement: we pretend to date. I get to rub it in my ex's face and he appears off the 'market'. You scratch my back—I scratch yours, that sort of thing.
Dom is an excellent fake boyfriend. He's protective and caring, and even gives me a smoking hot kiss.
Then things get complicated. The charity has another event for us to attend —out of town, and overnight.
Between late night confessions and three more smoking hot kisses—not that I'm counting—I start wondering if he's really faking everything.
I'm certainly way past pretending.
Soon after, Dom admits that he wants to date me… me, Reese Maxwell, for real!
But my heart isn't allowed to make any decisions anymore.
Except — maybe — this one last time…
Loved this slow-burn romance with a couple who have both been burned by their past relationships. This couple has something in common both need to put their trust in someone once again but, can they overcome their past to do it?
We enjoyed Dominic and Reese their chemistry was undeniable even off the charts some would say.
We loved them together they made such a cute couple even though their different personalities could not keep them apart.
This story tugs on the reader's emotions it is full of emotion, heartbreak, friends becoming lovers, fake relationships, and learning to love once again.
Dominic is a character you will lose your heart to. We loved how protective he became of Reese some might call him her knight in shining armor but, he can relate to what Reese is experiencing especially after going through a nasty divorce himself. This one gives you all the feels and we thoroughly
enjoyed it with this cast of great characters.
My name is Layla Hagen and I am a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance.
I fell in love with books when I was nine years old, and my love affair with stories continues even now, many years later.
I write romantic stories and can’t wait to share them with the world.
And I drink coffee.
I wanted to hate her. Instead, I desperately need her.
I didn't get to be CEO by playing nice. I'm driven and ruthless—and yes, occasionally rude. But it gets the job done, and that's all I care about. My business partners disagree. They insist I need to improve my communication skills. That's how I end up with Zoey Thomas shadowing me.
From the moment she steps into my office, I have one goal: ignore her until she quits. I don't need anyone telling me how to conduct my business. I call the shots. Always.
But the more I push Zoey away, the more she persists. And she’s starting to piss me off. She's too chirpy, too sassy, and far too sexy. When we finally sit down to discuss how I could communicate better, I barely manage to pay attention. Instead, I fantasize about exploring her body all night long, and that won't do.
I manage to keep my distance, right until she shows up at the boxing ring where I blow off steam. Outside the confines of the office, instinct takes over, and I kiss her.
She wants me and I want her, and we explore each other in all the ways I imagined.
But Zoey Thomas should be completely off-limits. She's fun and walks around with her heart on her sleeve. I'm the exact opposite. Worse, I'm married to my work. Always have been and always will be. I can't offer her what she wants. But how am I supposed to let her walk away when all I want is to keep her?
This was such a fun read we found ourselves smiling and laughing throughout the entire book. Loved Zoey's sense of humor and the words that came out of her mouth made you chuckle.
Loved the busybody brothers with the laughing and ribbing each other they were so much fun. Colton's grandparents were the bomb, especially their match-making gran she was priceless.
This was a fast-paced read with tons of sexy times, chemistry, and a ton of humor. Loved seeing Colton turn from Grumpy into the sexy panty-melting devil he had become.
This couple we a ton of fun and is definitely one of our favorite couples in this series. This couple kept their relationship light and easy but, one thing Zoey was not going to stand for was to be a doormat for any man no matter how sexy he was. Loved her straightforwardness so that there would not be misunderstandings in their relationship. Loved seeing their love blossom throughout the story it was a beautiful thing to see. A match made in heaven who knew? Grandmother did...
My name is Layla Hagen and I am a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance.
I fell in love with books when I was nine years old, and my love affair with stories continues even now, many years later.
I write romantic stories and can’t wait to share them with the world.
And I drink coffee.
AVAILABLE IN KINDLE UNLIMITED A single dad romance from USA Today Bestselling author Layla Hagen.
I’m Spencer Whitley, the CEO of a billion-dollar company.
But behind closed doors, I’m a clueless, single dad…
Between reading as many parenting books as I can and trying to get the little dude to sleep during the night, I can barely think about anything else.
But when I meet my neighbor, my mind begins to wander. Penny is gorgeous and an adorable klutz. After she takes a spill in front of my house, my protective instincts kick in.
As I bandage up her scrapes, all I want is to get to know her better. Then I watch her play with my son and my defenses start coming down.
Suddenly, I keep making up excuses to invite her over. We both have good reasons to be cautious. I want to focus on my son and be a good father. Penny needs a fresh start after a rough break-up. I can’t deny how much I want her, but is this a risk we want to take?