🔖 REVIEW 🔖 The Overtime Kiss by Lauren Blakely

The Overtime Kiss by Lauren Blakely

Release Date: June 18, 2025

Series: Love and Hockey #5

Pages: 530

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Sports

Just what every bride dreams of—running straight from her cheating fiancé into the arms of a hot hockey star… and then getting hired as his kids’ nanny.

Tyler Falcon is protective, flirtatious…and frustratingly responsible. We almost did something reckless when he found me alone in my wedding dress, and I blurted out all the things I’d never truly experienced.

Now, the sexy single dad is saving me again with a job I desperately need—and a promise to never mention The Night of 1001 Confessions.

I live in his house. Take care of his kids. Pretend I don’t notice his heated gaze lingering on me after they fall asleep.

Until one night, the tension snaps.

Now we have a deal. Five lessons in seduction. No strings attached.

But he’s not just good in bed. He spoils me with thoughtful gifts and supports my dreams. For the first time, I feel like I belong.

Except…this was never meant to last. I’m his employee. He has kids to protect. And neither of us can afford to make a mistake.

The more nights we spend tangled up together though, the harder it is to pretend it’s just physical. Because I’m not only falling for my boss—I’m falling for the man whose kids have stolen my heart.

Tropes: single dad/nanny, runaway bride, forced proximity, spicy lessons, she's his daughter's skating coach, confession of all secrets, love notes, found family

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My Review:

Things are heating up in Blakely’s latest release, The Overtime Kiss. This sports romance between a hockey star and a runaway bride will leave you swooning and rooting for the characters until the very end.

Sabrina Snow never expected to find out that her soon-to-be husband was cheating on her, prompting her to make the quick decision to run away from her own wedding. But what destroyed Sabrina the most was to see the disappointment look on her parents’ faces. Blaming her for making things up, all to get out of the wedding. It doesn’t take long before she ends up at a bar, without realizing that Tyler Falcon was going to be there as well.

As a professional ice skater, Sabrina worked really hard to make it to the olympics, only to find out that she didn’t. While working for her family, she starts coaching ice skating on the side. Tyler happens to be one of her ice skating student’s dad and he has always been kind to her. Yet, all bets are off when they start to drink and she blurts out everything she wants to experience with him.

Nothing happens that night, and hopes that they can forget about what happened the night before. Only to get hired by his mom to take care of his kids that things start to get difficult. It’s clear that they both have an undeniable connection, but she is his employee and Sabrina is afraid that what they have is not going to last.

I really enjoyed reading The Overtime Kiss, the characters are relatable and the story is well-thought out. Between the chemistry between, we get to see them grow closer the more time they spend together. Tyler quickly becomes overprotective over her, he wants to make her happy no matter what. They are able to lean on each other when things get tough and Sabrina slowly starts to see that she has been given a second chance to start a new life with him. But they don’t get their happily-ever-after until they can overcome one last obstacle in her life and they can start their future together. All in all, I would highly recommend checking out this book and any others by the author, you will not regret it! :)

***I received an advanced copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own.***

My Rating: 4.5/5

{EXCERPT}

Tyler

“Are you a troublemaker, Tyler?”

“Maybe I was. Back in the day,” I say.

Her lips shift in amusement. “Think you’ve still got it in you?”

“Those are fighting words.” I drum my fingers on the counter. “How about trouble in the form of a spicy margarita? Can you handle the heat?”

Her smile falters for just a second, as if I’d asked about more than a drink. “I don’t even know.”

Her blue eyes flicker with something deeper—with uncertainty, maybe, or a vulnerability she’s trying to hide. Or possibly…interest. Since for a moment her gaze lingers on me, roams over me, like she’s trying to figure something out.

Like what she wants me to do to her tonight?

What the f*&k?

That is not a thought I should be entertaining. Too bad my lust-struck mind is already running away with the image, imagining what could have been if she wasn’t wearing that damn ring. Not today, brain. Stand down.

“Let’s find out,” I say, as I resume the role of runaway-bride wingman. I change her order, and when the bartender returns with the margarita, we toast again, her with her cocktail, me with my lager, which—as Ike promised—is incredibly good.

“To the opposite of today.”

“The opposite,” she echoes, her gaze…curious. But I don’t want to read into it even though I want to read everything into it.

ABOUT LAUREN BLAKELY:

A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sexy, feel-good and witty. Her books have been featured in US Weekly and People. Lauren likes dogs, cake and show tunes and she is the vegetarian at your dinner party. 

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🔖 REVIEW BLITZ 🔖 The Girlfriend Zone by Lauren Blakely

The Girlfriend Zone by Lauren Blakely

Release Date: February 21, 2025

Series: Love and Hockey #4

Pages: 512

Genres: Sports, Romance, Contemporary

In my defense, I had no idea the tattooed, glasses-wearing, soulful hottie I spent one perfect day—and one unforgettable night—with was a hockey star on my father’s team. And Miles didn’t know I was the coach’s daughter.

That’s the point of a “no-work-talk” date.

But now? He's as forbidden to me as I am to him.

When I land a new gig as the team photographer, we vow to keep it professional. We mostly succeed…except for that time after a game when he couldn’t keep his talented hands off me. And, okay, maybe that other time before a road trip. But I swear, it won’t happen again.

Too much is at stake—I can’t risk my heart or my father’s team.

But when I end up living at Miles’s place to care for his pack of rescue pups, the lines blur fast. Late nights turn into stolen moments and I discover there’s more to him than I ever imagined—a man who’s genuine, thoughtful, and irresistibly real.

He looks at me like he can’t believe his luck. Touches me like he never wants to let go. And listens to my hopes and fears.

My heart’s getting dangerously attached. But if I follow it… am I putting everyone’s dreams on the line?

Tropes: coach’s daughter, the one who got away, starts with a bang, second chance vibes, age gap, forbidden hockey romance, forced proximity, workplace romance

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My Review:

What starts off as an unforgettable encounter turns into so much more between a hockey star and a photographer in Blakely’s latest release. The Girlfriend Zone is the fourth book in the Love and Hockey Series that will leave you swooning and rooting for the characters until the very end.

It’s pre-season for professional hockey player, Miles Falcon, which means no hockey practice yet and that he is able to help out at his grandmother’s cafe. But what he wasn’t expecting to meet is his future wife. Their banter is what gets Miles and he admires the stunning stranger’s sass and attitude. Miles is taken with her and vows to take her out on a date. His last relationship didn’t end the way he wanted to and being present is essential for him in order to make things work. When an opportunity presents itself to help out Leighton at her photo shoot, Miles is all in no realizing just how their moment together would change their lives forever. Yet, it’s when he finds out that she the coach’s daughter, Miles can’t risk his relationship with the only person that gave him another chance no matter how strongly he feels for her. It would ultimately be the universe to keep bringing them together. Now he has to fight for the love of his life before it's too late.

If there is anything that life has taught Leighton is to not depend on anyone, especially after going through ups and downs. That includes succeeding at her job as a photographer and the boudoir shoot that she has set up is important to her. But when her male model bails on her, Leighton is shocked when the grandson of the owner of the cafe is frequents shows up ready to help. Their chemistry was instant the minute they met and it’s clear that Miles has the power to bring down the walls around her. Until his hockey status pops up that has her rethinking about having a relationship with him. She can’t mess up with her dad’s reputation within the team and promises to walk away from Miles. Only to have life keep bringing them closer and as she gets to know him better, Leighton finds out just how thoughtful and caring he is towards her. He is like nothing she’s ever experienced and that alone makes her want him even more.

I throughly loved reading The Girlfriend Zone, Blakely has outdone herself with this release. The characters are sweet and the chemistry between them is off the charts. It’s evident from the beginning that they have a lot in common when it comes to their families and of the loved ones that have hurt them in the past. They are easily able to lean on each other all while developing feelings for one another. Miles has set the bar pretty high for other male protagonists, he goes all out for Leighton to make her feel cherished and loved. She keeps him on his toes and their banter is cute. There are sensitive topics in the book that Blakely does a great job describing and weaving into the story. All while giving us a good sense of humor from other characters and few Chihuahuas thrown in the mix. All in all, I would highly recommend checking out this story, you will not regret it!

***I received an advanced copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own.***

My Rating:4.5/5

{EXCERPT}

Leighton

“When I said you, I meant I want all of you,” I add. That’s clear enough, but just in case it wasn’t, I press my body even closer so I’m rubbing against the outline of his erection. Making my intentions crystal clear.

For a hot second, his eyes go glassy. His breath stutters. But then he gains control again.

“All of me?” he asks like it’s a question, even though it’s an amused me, as if he’s having too much fun with my words as he keeps one hand looped firmly around my waist. “How exactly do you want all of me?”

Oh my god. He’s toying with me.

I groan in mock frustration. “You want me to spell it out?”

“I do, Leighton,” he rasps out. “I really, really do.”

I roll my eyes, but it’s doing little to mask how turned on I am. “Fine—then here’s an opinion for you.” I pause, letting him hang there on my every word as I run a hand down his chest, over the buttons on his shirt. I lift my chin, look him in the eyes. “I want you to f*&k me hard. And a little rough.”

ABOUT LAUREN BLAKELY: 

A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sexy, feel-good and witty. Her books have been featured in US Weekly and People. Lauren likes dogs, cake and show tunes and she is the vegetarian at your dinner party.

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🔖 REVIEW BLITZ 🔖 The Proposal Play by Lauren Blakely

The Proposal Play by Lauren Blakely

Release Date: January 8, 2025

Series: Love and Hockey #3

Pages: 528

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Sports

My plan when I win a date in Vegas with my brother’s hockey star best friend? Poker and go to sleep early. Instead, I wake up with a ring on my finger and the sexy athlete naked in my bed.

But Asher’s my best friend too so we’ll get this annulled and laugh about this secret for years to come.

Trouble is our wedding pics went viral overnight.

Now everyone thinks we’re a real couple. We race back home, where I’ve just landed the big art commission of my dreams and he’s launching a sports charity so we need to look like we meant to tie the knot.

Easy enough. We’ll claim we’ve been secretly in love, while staying in separate rooms for the rest of the hockey season.

The last thing either one of us wants is to ruin a decade-long friendship by falling into bed again.

But I experience a new side of my husband at home. He cooks for me, encourages me…and buys me so many toys.

And, it’s more fun to share your toys with a friend.

We’re just enjoying temporary marital benefits.

Except, the more times he calls me his wife, the more I start to wonder if Asher was ever pretending?

And if my heart is ready to take the biggest risk of all.

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My Review:

As the third book in the Love and Hockey Series, Blaklely delivers a steamy and swoon worthy romance in The Proposal. This friends-to-lovers story will leave you wanting for more, highly recommend it!

For Asher Callahan and Maeve Harley, having been friends for a decade they’ve seen each other go through ups and downs. She is his lucky charm and Asher doesn’t take their friendship for granted. While Asher’s career as a professional hockey player for the Sea Dogs of San Francisco takes off, Harley is still trying to find her footing as an artist. Maeve thinks that no one is going to want to marry a broke artist who’s bad at romance, so Asher makes her a proposition, that if she is ever in need of a husband he’ll marry her. She accepts, not realizing that they would end up just that in order to save Asher’s reputation. Now they have to pretend in front of the whole world that they love each other. But with close proximity, they start to see each other in different light and Asher wants to keep her as his for good. He just needs to convince her that they might just be it for one another.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading The Proposal, Blakely is such a great storyteller/writer, her stories are always well-developed and full of emotions. We have two characters who have been through similar circumstances, neither thinks that love is in the cards for them. Until they are put in a situation where they have to pretend to be in love with each other that everything changes between them. Asher starts to realize that he might have loved her all this time and wants to be the man she wants. But making the wrong move can jeopardize their friendship as well, one that she is so set on keeping safe. Filled with sweet moments and a little dog in the mix, I would highly recommend checking out this book as well as any other by the author. You will not regret it. :)

***I received an advanced copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own.***

My Rating:

                                     

READ THE EXCERPT:

It’s a soulful, lingering kiss that thrums deep in my bones. She’s soft in my arms, her breath gusting across her lips. A whimper crosses them too, and it sounds like a plea for more.

I want to swallow all her sounds, let them lead me on into the night.

Because they are not platonic.

They are not friendly.

They are unbearably sexy and needy.

Maeve Hartley tastes incredible, and this kiss rattles through my entire body, touching every damn corner of me. I don’t let go. As I kiss her more deeply, I’m struck with a cold, new clarity. It wasn’t merely affection I felt all along. It wasn’t simply lust either. It’s a whole lot more than basic attraction.

I’m wildly, annoyingly obsessed with my best friend.

Otherwise known as…my wife.

ABOUT LAUREN BLAKELY:

A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s cute but spicy. Lauren likes dogs, cake, and show tunes and is the vegetarian at your dinner party.

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⭐ COVER REVEAL ⭐ The Almost Romantic by Lauren Blakely

The Almost Romantic: How to Date Your Fake Husband  Lauren Blakely

Release date: March 14th, 2024

Series: How to Date - Book 3 standalone 

Tropes: Fake Fiancé / Single Dad / My Wife / Marriage of Convenience / Found Family / Possessive Hero / Confident Outgoing Heroine 

Cover Designer: Qamber Designs Media 

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Get ready for an epic fake engagement-turned-into-marriage of convenience romance! 

Introducing the cover reveal of The Almost Romantic by Lauren Blakely!

Brace yourselves for a tale of a fake engagement turned marriage of convenience, unexpected love, and a dash of corporate rivalry. Will our heroine fall for her pretend hubby, or will she walk away from this marriage of convenience?

Stay tuned for the release in all formats and free to read in Kindle Unlimited on March 14th!



The best way to save my little shop? Marry my fake fiancé for real...

When a sexy single dad walks into my shop and buys every box of chocolate just to ask me out, I say yes. By the end of a smoldering night, I’m saying oh yes.

And in the morning I’m saying yes, yes, yes to an idea that can save both our businesses so long as Gage and I pretend to be engaged and wildly in love. But since my messy life is riding on this new venture, we agree that our one night was our only night.

Except, all our fake kisses quickly melt my resolve. Gage says he has no room in his life for romance, but he touches me like he can’t get enough. Tells me he can’t resist me. And gets down on one knee in the most romantic fake proposal ever.

But when my vindictive corporate rival threatens to expose the lie of us, my protective fiancé steps up and declares I’m his wife.

Looks like I just walked into a marriage of convenience.

At the end of the year, I’ll walk out of it…as long as I don’t fall for my husband.

Preorder TODAY! 

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About Lauren Blakely

A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s cute but spicy. Lauren likes dogs, cake, and show tunes and is the vegetarian at your dinner party.

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🌟 DOUBLE COVER REVEAL 🌟 The Tryst and The Tease by Lauren Blakely

DOUBLE COVER HOTNESS!!! 

THE TRYST by Lauren Blakely 

Release Date: April 5th 

Genre/Tropes: Ex-boyfriend's dad / Totally forbidden romance / Dirty talking alpha hero / Single Dad / Age-Gap 

Cover Designer: TE Black 

Photographer: Wander Aguiar 

Model: James R.

THE TRYST, an all-new forbidden romance, by #1 NYT bestselling author Lauren Blakely is coming to KU and audio on April 5th!

What to expect from THE TRYST:

•  Ex-boyfriend's dad 

•  Totally forbidden romance

•  Dirty talking alpha hero 

•  Single Dad 

•  Who’s also loyal, devoted and loves to take care of his woman in and our of bed 

•  A strong, bold, sex positive heroine who goes after what she wants in life 

Some men are just off-limits. Like your ex-boyfriend’s father. 

But when I met the sexy, powerful older man shortly after my business school graduation, he was simply the seductive stranger I wanted to notice me, and he sure did.  

Fast forward a few months later, when my college ex – now a good friend – introduces me to the person he looks up to most…his father. 

The man I spent that one hot night with. 

I should stay far away from the commanding business mogul. But my ex and I are planning a charity fundraiser that involves late nights at his dad’s penthouse in Manhattan. 

Nights where he can’t stop looking at me with desire in his eyes that matches my own.  

I try to resist him, playing the good girl in the city…mostly. 

He’s the perfect gentleman…until he comes knocking on my door and tells me exactly what he wants to do to me.  

And I say yes. 

Stealing nights with him like this is supposed to be wrong, but it feels so right. And when he saves the day to protect his son at the fundraiser, my heart wants him as much as my body does.  

Can we ever be more than just a tryst? 

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(Vanessa Edwin and Teddy Hamilton narrate this emotional, sexy, age-gap romance!) 

Lauren also decided to surprise us and reveal the cover for THE TEASE, an all-new, father’s best friend, off limits romance coming this fall! Both available for preorder! Make sure to preorder these all-new standalone forbidden romances TODAY!! 

THE TEASE by Lauren Blakely

Every rule-following girl knows some men are just off limits. Like, say, your dad’s best friend. 

I’m a rules girl, so I haven’t even dared to fantasize about the enigmatic, gorgeous man I’ve known for years. 

The man has taken trips with my family. He attended my brother’s wedding with his wife. 

Then she leaves him, and I desperately want to say she never deserved you. 

A good girl wouldn't say that though. And she wouldn’t say please do bad things to me. 

But when I receive an invitation one night to an exclusive, private party that caters to my after dark desires, I find him there, looking at me with sin in his smoldering eyes. 

Time to break all my good girl rules… 

NOTE: This book will likely release in September rather than November! 

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A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sexy, sweet, and witty. She also writes USA Today bestselling LGBTQ romance. With fourteen New York Times bestsellers, her titles have appeared on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller Lists more than 100 times, with more than 65 titles on the USA Today Bestsellers list alone. She’s sold more than 5 million books. A Brown University graduate, Lauren likes dogs, cake and show tunes and is the vegetarian at your dinner party.

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🌟 RELEASE BLITZ 🌟 The Virgin Next Door Lauren Blakely {REVIEW}

The Virgin Next Door  Lauren Blakely

Release Date: August 12, 2022

Series: The Dating Games #1

Pages: 318

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Raise your hand if you’ve ever done this. Written a racy message and sent it to—oops—the wrong person
Yeah, me too. Except, I sent my latest Tales of a Naughty Virgin column detailing my fantasies about my hot, charming, thoroughly bangable next-door-neighbor to…MY ENTIRE COMPANY.

Did I mention I’m a children’s book editor?

Well, I was.

*Facepalm*

At least the column goes viral, but I’m still the gal who gets fired for her not-safe-for-work thoughts about the so-called “Mister Sexy Pants.”

Now I need a job stat, so I jump on the first opportunity. And I come face to face with my new boss.
Mr. Sexy Pants himself.

Item number one on my to-do list? Make sure my boss never finds out his alter ego…since all of New York knows I want Mister Sexy Pants to punch my virgin club card.

Contents Include: A sexy and clever romp of an MF, dual-POV, mistaken identity romantic comedy, complete with dating mishaps, sizzling sexual tension, a hot nerd of a boss hero, a chaotically delightful heroine, an awkward incident with glitter, and a virgin’s NSFW to-do list.

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My Review:

In the first book in The Dating Games Series, Blakely delivers a light hearted and steamy romance in The Virgin Next Door. This entertaining read will leave you wanting for more!

At the beginning of the story we get to meet Veronica Valentine, editor at McGee Whitney Books for Young Readers. She loves working for the publishing world and has her eyes on a promotion that would ultimately make her one of the best editors at McGee. But that dream is quickly crushed the minute she sends out the wrong email to the whole staff. Now they know that Veronica is behind, The Virgin Column and she is horrified. In her latest post, she details how she met Mister Sexy Pants, but doesn’t see him again. Unfortunately for her that also means the end of her job as an editor and Veronica doesn’t know what to do. She has to find a temporary job while she finds another job in publishing. Then the unexpected happens and she finds a job as a florist manager for Bikes and Blooms, in which the owner happens to be Mister Sexy Pants himself. It’s clear that there is a connection between them from the very start, and no matter how much Veronica wants to keep things professional between them, fate keeps bringing them together.

As the owner of Bikes and Blooms, Milo want’t expecting to see Miss Polka Dot again after meeting for the first time at a restaurant. It’s now a month later and they happen to bump into each other again as she takes her dog for a walk. She unexpectedly flashes all of New York city and he is taken by her right away. But ever since his last relationship did not go as well as he hoped, Milo has decided to not date anyone for a while. His sole purpose is to make his business a success and that also means hiring a new florist manager. Thought his thoughts keep going back to the mysterious woman that he can’t stop thinking about. Until she comes back into his life again to apply for the new position, she is smart and funny. While the job is only temporary, Milo finds himself thinking of the possibly at a future together if only he can get her to see that they might just be meant for each other.

I loved reading The Virgin Next Door, there were lots of sweet and highly entertaining moments as well. What made the book stand out to me were the main characters’ pets. They are important to the story and they just make the story that much cuter. Veronica is not afraid to go for what she wants and I loved the fact that she kept pushing through when it came to her job. Milo truly compliments her so well and they need each other in order to give their relationship a fair shot. The ending was adorable and it perfect lead to the next book in the series. I would highly recommend checking out this book and I cannot wait to read the next book as well. :)

***I received an advanced copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own.***

My Rating: 4.5/5

About Lauren Blakely:

A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sexy, sweet, and witty. She also writes USA Today bestselling LGBTQ romance. With fourteen New York Times bestsellers, her titles have appeared on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller Lists more than 100 times, with more than 60 titles on the USA Today Bestsellers list alone. She’s sold more than 4.5 million books. A Brown University graduate, Lauren likes dogs, cake and show tunes and is the vegetarian at your dinner party.

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🔖 COVER REVEAL 🔖 The Virgin Next Door by Lauren Blakely

The Virgin Next Door by Lauren Blakely

Release Date: August 12th 2022 by Lauren Blakely Books

Series: The Dating Games #1

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Raise your hand if you’ve ever done this. Written a racy message and sent it to—oops—the wrong person.

Yeah, me too. Except, I sent my latest Tales of a Naughty Virgin column detailing my fantasies about my hot, charming, thoroughly bangable next-door-neighbor to…MY ENTIRE COMPANY.

Did I mention I’m a children’s book editor?

Well, I was.

*Facepalm*

At least the column goes viral, but I’m still the gal who gets fired for her not-safe-for-work thoughts about the so-called “Mister Sexy Pants.”

Now I need a job stat, so I jump on the first opportunity. And I come face to face with my new boss.

Mister Sexy Pants himself.

Item number one on my to-do list? Make sure my boss never finds out his alter ego…since all of New York knows I want Mister Sexy Pants to punch my virgin club card.

Contents Include: A sexy and clever romp of an MF, dual-POV, mistaken identity romantic comedy, complete with dating mishaps, sizzling sexual tension, a hot nerd of a boss hero, a chaotically delightful heroine, an awkward incident with glitter, and a virgin’s NSFW to-do list.

Amazon, Apple, Nook, Kobo, Google, Audible

About Lauren Blakely: 

A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible

Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sexy, sweet, and witty. She also writes USA Today bestselling LGBTQ romance. With fourteen New York Times bestsellers, her titles have appeared on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller Lists more than 100 times, with more than 60 titles on the USA Today Bestsellers list alone. She’s sold more than 4.5 million books. A Brown University graduate, Lauren likes dogs, cake and show tunes and is the vegetarian at your dinner party. 

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🔖 COVER REVEAL! 🔖 THE HAPPY ENDINGS SERIES by Lauren Blakely

Can a one-night stand lead to a happy ending? Find out in this series of standalones, HAPPY ENDINGS, from #1 NYT bestselling author Lauren Blakely!

The Happy Endings series includes three standalone romances -- A WILD CARD KISS, SHUT UP AND KISS ME, and KISMET -- and the first standalone, A WILD CARD KISS, releases in February! But don't wait since you can snag this sexy, single dad athlete romance for the special pre-order price of $2.99!

A WILD CARD KISS #1 

Release Date: February 25, 2022 

A sexy standalone romance between a single dad athlete and the woman who got away!

Things that suck on my wedding day — walking in on my groom kissing another woman twenty minutes before the ceremony.

Things that suck worse? The woman he’s kissing is my mom.

I head straight for the bowling alley bar down the street and ask for a double. And in walks a deliciously charming local football hero — Harlan Taylor.

Yes, I’ll take another drink in the form of a one-night stand with this hunk of a man. In the morning, he asks if I want to get together again. More rebound nookie? Yes please!

But then I learn his football team just hired my yoga studio to teach downward facing dog to their star player, making my O-delivering hottie officially off limits.

Trouble is, the more time I spend working with the sexy single dad who dotes on his daughter, the more I’m feeling all the things far too soon.

There’s no way this can end well, but tell that to my runaway heart…

A Wild Card Kiss is a sexy, flirty sports romance featuring a charming, pie-baking, single dad who’s never forgotten the red-hot kiss he planted on the feisty, sassy blonde one night years ago and a jilted bride heroine determined to move on from heartbreak. This story contains sexy times that can cure getting-left-at-the-altar blues, and heart-tugging swoony romance that’ll melt the most jaded hearts. 

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SHUT UP AND KISS ME #2 

Release Date: March 25th, 2022 

When that toe-curling, knee-weakening, sizzling sleepover between best friends definitely shouldn’t happen again...

How to resist sleeping with your best friend when you’re stuck in a hotel room in Vegas with the charming, glasses-wearing hottie.

1. Slather your face in a grapefruit mask

2. Wear a big, fluffy robe

3. Make him do the same.

Oops.

Didn’t work. Turns out our libidos had other plans.

But, no biggie. After epic, soul-shattering banging, I’ll just put the genie back in the bottle the next morning. Only, that’s easier said than done. After years of scraping by, Nolan and I just landed the big break of a lifetime for our scrappy online restaurant review show. We’re going to New York for a month.

Just the two of us. TOGETHER ALL THE TIME.

But I’ve already lost my best friend once, so I’ll do whatever it takes to resist thoroughly delicious Nolan again.

Until I learn whatever it takes might cost me everything.

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KISMET #3 

Release Date: April 22, 2022 

When a scorching hot one-night stand with a stranger turns into a deliciously forbidden office romance...

My first evening in London feels like kismet when I bump into a charming, book-loving Englishman, and by the end of the night, he’s making me see stars. I’m floating when we make plans to meet again.

Then fate decides to pull a fast one on me.

Turns out my smoldering new lover is my red-hot competition, and we’re vying for the same promotion at the elite auction house I crossed an ocean for.

If that’s not enough, the hottie and I are forced to work together on a brand new collection.

Every. Single. Tempting. Day.

What's an American woman in London to do?

Staying far, far away would be the safe choice, especially when I learn about his past and how it mirrors mine.

But I don’t always play it safe with my heart…

Contents Include: A grumpy/sunshine office romance, secret gardens, knee-weakening kisses by the river and a hero who loves books. 

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About Lauren Blakely: 

A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sexy, sweet, and witty. She also writes USA Today bestselling LGBTQ romance.

With fourteen New York Times bestsellers, her titles have appeared on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller Lists more than 100 times, with more than 55 titles on the USA Today Bestsellers list alone. She’s sold more than 4.5 million books. A Brown University graduate, Lauren likes dogs, cake and show tunes and is the vegetarian at your dinner party.

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The Virgin Game Plan by Lauren Blakely

Release Date: June 9th 2021 by Little Dog Press

Series: Rules of Love #2

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Sports

A sexy standalone forbidden sports romance from #1 NYT Bestseller Lauren Blakely!

The woman I want is as off-limits as they come.

I had an excuse two years ago when I met her on campus. She interviewed me for a story on major league baseball's rising stars, and we shared a hot, passionate night that ended far too soon, and without a mention of who her father was. 

Now I know the innocent but sexy woman I can’t stop thinking about is the coach's daughter.

That means her dad is the guy who determines if I bat fourth in the starting lineup in every game, or ride the bench.

All the more reason to resist alluring, confident, brainy Reese every time I run into the reporter-turned-sports publicist.

That ought to be easy enough, until the time she confesses she's still carrying her V card, and she’s been wanting me to cash it in since the day we met.

Staying away from her is going to be harder than resisting a fastball down the middle.

Especially since I'm pretty sure she's the one who got away, and letting her slip through my fingers again would be a rookie mistake.

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My Review:

Lauren Blakely delivers a swoon worthy second chance sports romance in The Virgin Game Plan that will leave you rooting for the characters until the very end.

The story starts off with Reese Fallon scoring an interview with major league baseball rising star, Holden Kingsley. As a university student, she hopes that her podcast will open new opportunities for her in sports marketing when she graduates. But what Reese wants the most is to make a name for herself, to have her own reputation and do her own thing where she is not just her father’s daughter. So when Reese nabs the interview with the second baseman for the LA Bandits, she is excited to meet him.

It’s when she does and sees how charming he is that she wishes they didn’t have to part ways. He happens to feel the same and they both share a passionate night that ended too soon. Until she gets a job opportunity of a life time that Reese is ready to say goodbye to Holden without realizing that their paths were going to cross again in the future. Now they have the opportunity to pick up where they left off, yet there are new obstacles in the horizon that they both need to face in order to have a future together.

Holden Kingsley’s life revolves around being prepared and always having a plan. When he gets an email about a possible interview, Holden agrees right away. He has worked really hard to get to where he is and his career is looking very promising. His focus is on his career, but when he sees Reese Fallon for the first time, he is immediately taken aback by her beauty. She is smart, confident and loves sports. They have so much in common that he doesn’t want to walk away from her and for once lets go of his plans in order to be with her. But just when he thought that he could make things work with her, she gets a job opportunity and they part ways. It’s when he sees her again that he vows to make her his and never let go of her again. Until he finds out who her dad really is and how that might affect a possible relationship going forward. 

I throughly enjoyed reading The Virgin Game Plan, Lauren Blakely delivers an instanlove sports romance story that had me reading until the very end. The characters were relatable and their chemistry was sizzling. It’s clear from the start that they have a strong connection that neither of them want to leave the other. They understand each other very well and this makes Holden think that maybe they can work things out. Until they have to go their separate ways and they don’t see again until years later. They are very family orientated, but there are things that Holden doesn’t know about Reese that she fears of how he is going to look at her once he finds out. They both fear of how the public is going to take the news of their relationship and they have to figure out if it’s worth fighting for it or not. All in all, if you like a good sports romance filled with sweet and steamy scenes then I would highly recommend checking out The Virgin Game Plan, the ending truly comes full circle! :)

**I received an advanced copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own.**

My Rating: 4.5/5

About Lauren Blakely: 

A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sweet, sexy and witty. She also writes red-hot, sexy romance and USA Today bestselling LGBTQ romance.

With fourteen New York Times bestsellers, her titles have appeared on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller Lists more than 100 times, with more than 50 titles on the USA Today Bestsellers list alone. She’s sold more than 4 million books. She likes dogs, cake and show tunes.

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