Review: The Best Friend Bargain

This review is extra special because the day before I finished this book, I met the author herself and we had lunch together! What a lovely day it was! Also, she gave me Honor and Bryce's book. I'd be going backwards, but watch out for my review on their book later this year as well.

Title: The Best Friend Bargain
Series: Kisses in the Sand, #3
Author: Robin Bielman
Publisher: Entangled: Love Struck
Release Date: August 8, 2016
Pages: 204
Buy Links: Amazon | BN | Kobo | iBooks

Blurb:

Olivia Lincoln has a plan guaranteed to get her life back on track. A plan that involves her best friend, Danny. And he’s on board, too…until she blurts out that they’re engaged and expecting a baby, and the news spreads like wildfire.

The problem? Danny doesn’t do marriage. Or family. And everyone knows it, including Olivia.

As irritated as he might be, protecting Olivia is what Danny does. But put best friends under one roof, add house rules begging to be broken, accidental nakedness, and pancakes in bed, and what started as a marriage between friends threatens to turn into the real deal…which would ruin everything.

So cute, so adorable, so perfect!

This book was so light and easy to read. I was hooked from the very beginning so I pretty much devoured this book. Was there any other way to do it?

Danny was the sweetest book boyfriend I have ever read; I just wanted to squeeze him so hard. Olivia was one lucky woman. He was always there for her no matter what, where, or when. He would do anything for her, including giving up his life and accepting her crazy proposal.

Of course, Danny was not without fault. There were times when I wanted to punch him and knock some sense into him. Or at the very least, wished that Bryce would do it on my behalf. Sheesh!

Olivia, on the other hand, seemed to believe that she never did anything right, because that was what her mother had always told her. What a witch! Thankfully, Danny was there by her side no matter what. That meant a lot, I was sure of it. I always told myself that even the worst people have at least one friend, so there must be something redeemable about them, right? Olivia certainly had a lot of amazing qualities. Qualities that Danny sure noticed more and more. Poor thing, the first half of the book was full of sexual tension, but they were so darn cute!

So anyway, this book was amazing and I can't wait to go backwards and read the second book. Click here if you want to read my review of the first one, Keeping Mr. Right Now.

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Review: Blame it on the Kiss

Title: Blame it on the Kiss

Series: Kisses in the Sand, #2

Author: Robin Bielman

Publisher: Entangled: Bliss

Release Date: June 9, 2015

Pages: 208

Buy Link: Amazon

Blurb:

The one guy she shouldn't want...

Honor Mitchell has lived with guilt and regret for a long time, so when she promises to do the things on her dying best friend's wish list, she's determined to follow through and do something right for a change. But when she's thrown together for wedding duties with the one man who complicates her vow - just by looking at him - she has to put her faith in Bryce Bishop's pledge to help her, no strings attached.

Bryce's near one-night stand with his ex-girlfriend's best friend a few months ago might have been a mistake, but helping the beautiful, free-spirited Honor with her promise isn't. His trust in women is shot, but he can't help but play his best man card to his advantage and help Honor tick off the items on his ex's list, even if it puts him in a no-win situation. Because his assistance might get Honor what she wants, but suddenly being the do-good guy puts his plans - and heart - in serious jeopardy.

This book was so romantic! Bryce was the fictional boyfriend that readers would want to have for their own!

I love the way Honor was portrayed in this story. She lit up every room and made every person she encountered feel at ease. She was great at being an antique dealer, and she was selfless. Her one flaw? She didn't believe in herself. 

Enter Bryce. Bryce literally was the guy I would personally want. He wanted a serious relationship and he wasn't the kind to sleep around. Talk about perfect! He was patient and understanding, and such a gentleman!

"What movie are we watching?"

He opened the styrofoam lid on his take-out. She tucked one leg under her bottom and got busy with her own food.

"Breakfast at Tiffany's. It's one of my favorites."

He made a face, no doubt wishing he'd scored an action film instead, but lifted the remote and pressed play. She stifled a giggle. And swallowed a shiver when he gave her a sidelong glance that tracked from her face down to her legs before he took a bite of his dinner."

Another character I loved was Honor's brother, Cooper. He was protective of his sister and I really appreciated that. There was even a time when I was a bit jealous of their sibling relationship.

Finally, there was Danny. I can't wait to read his book! He seemed like a great guy and he deserved true love. 

Okay, she texted. Her phone chirped two seconds later.

Okay what? Just want to be clear since several days have passed since my offer.

Okay to one night. And thanks for sending me Danny.

Happy to help. With both. Danny's not for the taking btw.

A flash of heat whipped through her at his possessive and flirtatious answer. She waited a beat before texting.

That's not what he said.

WHAT DID HE SAY?

She giggled at his use of all caps.

Something about keeping my keys and--

I'm going to kill him.

Now? I'd like to make good use of those hands of his first.

The only hands allowed to touch you are mine.

I mean, if the snippets above aren't enough to get you to read this book, then I don't know what would convince you. I'd tell you though, if you don't read this book, you'd miss out on something great. 

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Review: Yours at Midnight

Is it just me or does the male model look kind of like Joseph Morgan from The Originals?

Title: Yours at Midnight
Author: Robin Bielman
Publisher: Entangled: Bliss
Release Date: December 17, 2012
Pages: 140
Buy Link: Amazon

Blurb:

Lyric Whetsone only had eyes for Quinn Sobel's brother Oliver, until a car crash took Oliver's life on New Year's Eve. Then, a moment of shared grief between Quinn and Lyric became something more impassioned, something that frightened Quinn so much he ran from Lyric's bed and her life, disappearing for four long years.

Now Quinn's back for another New Year's Eve, struggling for closure, desperate to leave his grief in the past and make amends with the girl of his dreams.

But Lyric has a secret—one that could drive Quinn from her life forever. Will Quinn run away from the love and acceptance he's always wanted...or will he claim his New Year's kiss and make her his at midnight?

Oh my gosh, where can I get my own Quinn?

I wanted to know what the secret was right from the beginning, but the more I read, the more I put the pieces together. It wasn't that hard to guess, really. Nonetheless, I enjoyed this book so much!

Quinn was gone for four years, and now that he was back, he wanted to make amends. I loved the way that he was with the many children in Lyric's family. I thought it was romantic that his feelings never changed no matter how many years had passed.

Lyric, first of all, had an interesting name. Second, I couldn't quite decide if I wanted to sympathize with her. It sounded like she had an amazing family, so I didn't understand why she would keep a secret from them.

On the other hand, the chemistry between Quinn and Lyric was explosive! I kind of wish the story was longer so I could read more about the sexual tension between them. I loved their banter, most of all.

If you want a light read that's cute and romantic, I would highly recommend this book.

Arianne

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Review: His Million Dollar Risk

Title: His Million Dollar Risk
Series: Take a Risk, #3
Author: Robin Bielman
Publisher: Entangled: Indulgence
Release Date: February 9, 2015
Pages: 168
Buy Links: Amazon

Blurb:

Determined to make his latest preservation project on Route 66 a success, Connor Gibson will take any good press he can get. Even if it means spending a week with a reporter. And even if it’s one from a publication he has good reason to hate. Connor certainly isn’t expecting a spontaneous and undeniably attractive blonde who makes him seriously hot for the press...
Charlize Beckett is in deeeep trouble. This is her one chance to prove to her publisher dad that she's a serious journalist, even if she has to pretend she's someone else. Worse though, is trying to maintain any objectivity with the way too charming Connor. She can't help but get into all kinds of sexy trouble with him. But by going off the record, Charlie is putting both her reputation and her heart on the line...

Lying was never a good idea, but Charlie had a good reason to pretend to be someone else. 

Connor was the kind of guy that commanded every room he entered. Something about him made everyone stop what they were doing and notice him. When Charlie didn't try to flirt with him, it was a good sign that she wasn't most women who only wanted his money and prestige.

Charlie was such a lively woman. I loved that she was young-at-heart and she was not afraid to have fun. Connor was a little uptight at first, but Charlie had that way about her that loosened up Connor without him knowing it. I wish I could be like Charlie!

This book had the cliche "I don't want to tell him, it's not the right time yet" idea. I kept rolling my eyes at Charlie, but I tried to understand why she couldn't just tell Connor the truth. The revelation of the lie was a bit cliche, too, but hey, I enjoyed the book nonetheless.

Another favorite of mine was that Connor had nicknamed Charlie "Goldilocks." I thought it was the cutest sentiment! 

If you want a light read with a cute romance and sexy bed scenes thrown in there, I would highly suggest this book!

Arianne

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