Showing posts with label Boyfriend for Hire Series. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Boyfriend for Hire Series. Show all posts

Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Felix by RJ Scott & Meredith Russell Release Blitz

Boyfriend for Hire. Felix. RJ Scott & Meredith Russell.

Hiring a fake boyfriend for a school reunion seems to be the only solution, but love was never part of the equation.

Felix has enough on his plate looking out for his parents, let alone agreeing to being hired for a date with the friend of a friend. His instant attraction to the scatter-brained scientist has him making impulsive decisions he hopes he won’t regret. But, somehow, he’s agreeing to more dates, and more time with sexy Ethan and his non-stop talking. When stolen wintry kisses turn to love, and Christmas works its magic, Felix knows he’s losing his heart.

The science of chemistry makes more sense to Ethan than connecting with potential boyfriends, and he’s wary of romance. Unsettled by a string of failed hookups, he knows it’s on him when everything goes wrong and he can’t help but wonder what has made him this way. His friend Jared says that Ethan needs to close metaphorical doors on past hurts—whatever that means—and that the school reunion might just be step one. Determined to show himself as confident and happy, he hires Felix to be his date for the night, but a kiss to make up for the one he missed at prom, and abruptly, it’s not the past that is consuming his thoughts.

Now all Felix has to do is show Ethan that it’s okay to love and be loved in return, and that chemistry can lead to a happily ever after.

Don’t miss our reviews of the rest of the Boyfriend for Hire series!
For book one, Darcy, click HERE.
For book two, Kaden, click HERE.
For book four, Jared, click HERE.
For book four, Gideon, click HERE.

 

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Felix by RJ Scott & Meredith Russell

Book 5
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Excerpt



“So what is it you wanted to talk about?” He clasped his hands together.

Jared shrugged. “It’s nothing much. It’s just a small, tiny favor.”

“What kind of favor?”

“Like I said. Small.” He held up his hand, his index finger and thumb close to each other. “The thing is”—This is going to be something I don’t like, isn’t it?—“Ethan is going to his school reunion next week.”

Felix narrowed his eyes. “Uh huh?”

“I am,” Ethan stated. “With a plus-one.”

Am I supposed to care? He vaguely remembered Jared telling tales of his roommate’s numerous boyfriends and the ridiculous antics he got up to. Felix’s favorite story ended with a purple-dyed police officer. He didn’t know who Ethan was dating now, but good for him if it was going well.

“And you’re telling me this because?”

“Well…” Ethan bit his lower lip, rolling his eyes upward as he seemed to process his words before speaking. There was something more sexy than cute about the way he tugged on his soft pink lips with his teeth.

He should stop doing that—he’ll end up bruising them, and they’re too pretty to be bruised.

Unless it’s me kissing them and…
the fuck?

“The thing is Ethan’s plus-one kind of did him dirty.” Jared answered for him. “Ethan got dumped. Again,” he added straight-faced.

“I dumped him,” Ethan said in a strained voice.

Jared met Felix’s eyes and shook his head. “He didn’t,” he mouthed.

Felix snorted a laugh, but his smile faded as the favor Jared had in mind hit him front and center. “No,” he said.

“I’ve said nothing,” Jared said, blinking with all the innocence he could muster.

Felix ran his hand back through his bangs. “I know what you’re going to ask, and the answer is no.” He leaned back, side-eyeing Ethan. “Why don’t you ask Caleb? He’ll take anything you can throw at him.”

“Well, of course I tried him first, but he’s already booked. But we all know you’re the best person for the job, and you owe me one.”

 

 

Reviews


Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team


Ruthie – ☆☆☆☆
This is the fifth book in the series, and I would suggest that you read them all, as there are references to prior couples and events in the book – that said, you could definitely still enjoy this as a standalone.

Felix has had to curtail his escort work as he helps look after his parents. No more trips, ideally early evenings, etc. So, when his friend/colleague, Jared, asks him to be a fake date for his roommate Ethan's ten-year school reunion, he is somewhat reluctant to fit in more work. Luckily, he and Ethan have a slow-burn attraction, which we get to enjoy watching playing out.

There are some issues in the background which remind us of how times have changed since these guys were at school, and how they still affect relationships and expectations today.

Sweet read, with a seasonal edge, which makes it excellent pre-Christmas reading.

 

 

Author Bio


RJ Scott

USA Today bestselling author RJ SCOTT has written over one hundred and fifty romance books. Emotional stories of complicated characters, cowboys, single dads, hockey players, millionaires, princes, bodyguards, Navy SEALs, soldiers, doctors, paramedics, firefighters, cops, and the men who get mixed up in their lives, always with a happy ever after.

She lives just outside London and spends every waking minute she isn’t with family either reading or writing.

The last time she had a week’s break from writing, she didn’t like it one little bit, and she has yet to meet a box of chocolates she couldn’t defeat.

Connect with RJ Scott

Facebook  ~  Twitter  ~  Instagram  ~  TikTok  ~  Website  ~  Goodreads
Facebook Group: RJ Scott – Special Secret Group
Facebook Group: MM Hockey Romance

 


Meredith Russell

MEREDITH RUSSELL is an author, cover artist and vampire slayer. Okay, she may have made that last one up, but that’s what she loves about writing—the possibilities. No matter where her stories are set—from fantastical worlds of zombies and werewolves to the ambling life of an English village—she strives to write about romance and the tales of men searching for their happy ever after. Meredith writes the stories she loves to read—complex, emotional, a journey, and sometimes unexpected.

In 2012 Meredith had her first novels published, as well as being commissioned to do her first cover design. She now splits her time between populating fictional worlds with characters she adores, and helping other authors bring theirs to life through cover art. She has had a number of popular releases, including Dead Things, Just Jack, and both the Sapphire Cay and Boyfriend for Hire series written with RJ Scott.

Connect with Meredith Russell

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Reviewers on the Wicked Reads Review Team were provided a free copy of Felix (Boyfriend for Hire #5) by RJ Scott & Meredith Russell to read and review.

Monday, May 17, 2021

Gideon by RJ Scott & Meredith Russell

Boyfriend for Hire. Gideon.

A snowy cabin with one bed? That’s only the first step toward Gideon falling in love.

Gideon is too old to be fought over at Christmas by divorced parents who should know better. The prospect of a Christmas on his own is better than having to face either of them. When Rowan hires him for a wintery break in Maine, it seems like a safe choice until his PA’s meddling family shows him something entirely new: Love.

Rowan hiring his boss for a trip back to his moms’ place for Christmas sounded like a good idea at the time. Killing two birds with one stone, he can cheer up Gideon and possibly steal a kiss under the mistletoe. After all, he’s been hiding his attraction to the man for years, and maybe with some Christmas magic, he can help Gideon see what is right under his nose.

Don’t miss our reviews of the rest of the Boyfriend for Hire series!
For book one, Darcy, click HERE.
For book two, Kaden, click HERE.
For book four, Jared, click HERE.

 

Add to Goodreads

 

Boyfriend for Hire: Gideon by RJ Scott & Meredith Russell.

Book 3
Buy Links

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Apple Books  ~  B&N  ~  Kobo  ~  Smashwords
Paperback (US)

 

 

Reviews


Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team


Sarah – ☆☆☆☆
Surly, socially awkward, workaholic Gideon is an unlikely romantic hero. Even more surprising is his attraction to his PA, Rowan. Charming, effervescent Rowan is devoted to his family – and for some reason, equally devoted to his growly boss.

This is a simple, entertaining holiday romance. When Rowan drags Gideon home to his warm, large, and slightly chaotic family for the holidays, Gideon’s grinch-like heart grows three sizes… Right. It’s not an entirely original story, but it is a fun, easy read. Fans of this series will enjoy the banter, the chemistry, and the easy mix of new and familiar characters. I love Rowan’s quirky family and Rowan himself is very easy to love. The writing is solid and even Gideon becomes likeable by the end.


Ruthie – ☆☆☆☆
This is the third book in the series, and I would recommend that you read them in order for the full goodness, but I think they stand alone well too. The really fun thing about this book is that the owner of the boyfriends for hire business gets his very own happily ever after, and by being hired... by his PA!

Fans of the series will know that Rowan has had feelings for his boss Gideon for a while, but fears doing anything about it, in case he loses his fabulous job and the time he spends with Gideon already. But then he needs a fake boyfriend to take home for Christmas and so the adventure begins.

Gideon would do anything to avoid both his parents at Christmas, and this year the stars align to enable him to do just that, but can he keep his attraction to Rowan under control? Whilst he has an amazing time with Rowan's family, he also sees what he has missed out on for so long. Now he has to decide whether he can risk ruining his best working relationship and turn it into a forever one.

Such a sweet, sexy, and happiness-inducing read, and completely in character with the men we have met in previous stories.

 

 

Author Bio


RJ Scott

USA Today bestselling author RJ SCOTT has written over one hundred romance books. Emotional stories of complicated characters, cowboys, single dads, hockey players, millionaires, princes, bodyguards, Navy SEALs, soldiers, doctors, paramedics, firefighters, cops, and the men who get mixed up in their lives, always with a happy ever after.

She lives just outside London and spends every waking minute she isn’t with family either reading or writing. The last time she had a week’s break from writing, she didn’t like it one little bit, and she has yet to meet a box of chocolates she couldn’t defeat.

Connect with RJ

Facebook  ~  Twitter  ~  Instagram  ~  Website  ~  Goodreads
Facebook Group: RJ Scott – Special Secret Group



Meredith Russell

MEREDITH RUSSELL is an author, cover artist and vampire slayer. Okay, she may have made that last one up, but that’s what she loves about writing—the possibilities. No matter where her stories are set—from fantastical worlds of zombies and werewolves to the ambling life of an English village—she strives to write about romance and the tales of men searching for their happy ever after. Meredith writes the stories she loves to read—complex, emotional, a journey, and sometimes unexpected.

In 2012 Meredith had her first novels published, as well as being commissioned to do her first cover design. She now splits her time between populating fictional worlds with characters she adores, and helping other authors bring theirs to life through cover art. She has had a number of popular releases, including Dead Things, Just Jack, and both the Sapphire Cay and Boyfriend for Hire series written with RJ Scott.

Connect with Meredith

Facebook  ~  Twitter  ~  Instagram  ~  Website  ~  Goodreads

 
 

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Reviewers on the Wicked Reads Review Team were provided a free copy of Gideon (Boyfriend for Hire #3) by RJ Scott & Meredith Russell to read and review.

Saturday, April 24, 2021

Jared by RJ Scott & Meredith Russell Release Blitz

Jared by RJ Scott & Meredith Russell Release Blitz

Jared’s world is turned upside down after Luka hands over his pocket money to hire him as a friend for his lonely, widowed dad.

Jared is good at his job, but his soft heart means that he often finds himself in the weirdest of situations. A kind-of-threesome, a disappearing swan, and a destroyed hotel room are just the tip of the iceberg, but he is a popular boyfriend-for-hire and always in demand. He dreams of working as a family psychologist one day, and as his work with Bryant & Waites is funding his studies, the last thing he wants is to lose his job. At a make-or-break meeting, Jared vows to focus on being strictly professional. Still, almost immediately, he meets Luka sitting on the office steps with pocket money in hand and with a sadness that melts Jared’s resolve. Luka explains that his mom passed away some years ago, and his hardworking father needs a friend. Jared has no intention of taking Luka’s pocket money, but he wants to make Luka smile again, and if being hired as a friend for Luka’s widowed dad is what it takes, then he’s all in.

Being a single dad to eleven-year-old Luka is the best thing in Nate’s world, but add running a bar with long hours, and his work-life balance is screwed. There’s certainly no time for relationships, and even though Luka worries about his dad’s love life daily, romance is the last thing on Nate’s agenda. Owning Rhea’s Bar and keeping his head above water is second only to his love for Luka. His entire world consists of his son and the bar until Jared stumbles into his life. Even though Nate won’t admit it, he’s lonely, and Jared is the first friend he’s made in a very long time. Could their friendship become something more?

Don’t miss our reviews of other books in the Boyfriend for Hire series!
For book one, Darcy, click HERE.
For book two, Kaden, click HERE.

 

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Jared by RJ Scott & Meredith Russell

Book 4
Buy Links

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B&N  ~  Kobo  ~  Smashwords

 

 

Excerpt



“Do you have any idea how worried I was? And Auntie Lee? What were you thinking? Lying? No lies, we don’t lie, ever.”

Luka’s bottom lip trembled. “I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to.”

Nate held Luka’s face, tugged the beanie he was wearing down over his ears. His cheeks were flushed pink from the cool air and felt chilled against Nate’s warm palms. “What would I do if something happened to you? Hey?” He pulled Luka to him, appreciated the solid feel of him in his arms. “Promise me you won’t do anything like this ever again.”

There was a small hic as Luka nodded against him.

“What were you doing that was so important that you thought you had to lie about it?” He rested his hand on the top of Luka’s head, encouraging Luka to lean back.

Luka’s eyes were wet, his nose red. “It’s your birthday soon. I wanted to get you something.”

 

 

Reviews


Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team


Ruthie – ☆☆☆☆
This is the fourth book in the series and whilst you would understand some of the dynamics of the organisation – and to an extent, Jared's reputation – you can read this as a standalone and love it for sure.

I love the start of this book, where 11-year-old Luka tries to buy his widower dad, Nate, a date – and fate has it that he engages Jared for the role. Nate has no idea, just that his son seems happy when Jared spends time with them. As we get to understand what a good guy Nate is, and that his son and his bar, named after his wife, take up all his free time – but somehow Jared does manage to get under his skin.

This is such a sweet story, with some fun revelations from Jared as he explains how his degree helps him to determine what people are thinking, and also his behaviour towards Luka is really appealing. I liked how accepting Nate's father-in-law was of his choices, and how supportive he was in the business and with his grandson.

I highly recommend this as a cheery, sexy, and cute story, which will bring a smile to your face and warm your heart – what more could you want?


Sarah – ☆☆☆☆
This is a sweet, low angst, family romance. When a young boy attempts to hire Jared as a boyfriend for his father, Jared doesn’t expect to fall hard for the handsome single dad.

After his wife’s death, gentle, charming Nate has buried his loneliness, while balancing parenthood with running a business. Nate is guarded and careful, but Jared is hard to resist. Graduate student Jared is not only gorgeous, he’s kind and observant.

Nate’s son, Luka, is at the heart of this story. Pursuing Nate, Jared takes on a family, not a man. The result is a low heat romance that feels more adorable than sexy. It’s not a perfect fit for me as a reader and not my favourite book in the series so far. I do know that many readers will absolutely love Jared and Nate’s story.


Angie – ☆☆☆
I have only read the first book in this series but I was able to follow along so I'm guessing this could be a stand-alone book.

Luka made this book for me, what a sweet kid!!! Jared and Nate, I liked them, but I didn't love them. They just didn't get my heart beating fast and I found the book kinda slow. Don't get me wrong, it was a feel-good book, it just didn't give me the feels, if that makes sense?

 

 

Author Bio


RJ Scott

USA Today bestselling author RJ SCOTT has written over one hundred romance books. Emotional stories of complicated characters, cowboys, single dads, hockey players, millionaires, princes, bodyguards, Navy SEALs, soldiers, doctors, paramedics, firefighters, cops, and the men who get mixed up in their lives, always with a happy ever after.

She lives just outside London and spends every waking minute she isn’t with family either reading or writing. The last time she had a week’s break from writing, she didn’t like it one little bit, and she has yet to meet a box of chocolates she couldn’t defeat.

Connect with RJ

Facebook  ~  Twitter  ~  Instagram  ~  Website  ~  Goodreads
Facebook Group: RJ Scott – Special Secret Group

 

 

Meredith Russell

MEREDITH RUSSELL is an author, cover artist and vampire slayer. Okay, she may have made that last one up, but that’s what she loves about writing—the possibilities. No matter where her stories are set—from fantastical worlds of zombies and werewolves to the ambling life of an English village—she strives to write about romance and the tales of men searching for their happy ever after. Meredith writes the stories she loves to read—complex, emotional, a journey, and sometimes unexpected.

In 2012 Meredith had her first novels published, as well as being commissioned to do her first cover design. She now splits her time between populating fictional worlds with characters she adores, and helping other authors bring theirs to life through cover art. She has had a number of popular releases, including Dead Things, Just Jack, and both the Sapphire Cay and Boyfriend for Hire series written with RJ Scott.

Connect with Meredith

Facebook  ~  Twitter  ~  Instagram  ~  Website  ~  Goodreads

 

 

Giveaway

To celebrate the release of Jared, click HERE to find out how to enter the giveaway for a chance to win a $10 Amazon gift card or an ebook from one of the authors’ backlist.

 
 

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Reviewers on the Wicked Reads Review Team were provided a free copy of Jared (Boyfriend for Hire #4) by RJ Scott & Meredith Russell to read and review for this tour.

Friday, August 16, 2019

Kaden by RJ Scott & Meredith Russell Blog Tour


When the lines between pretense and reality blur, can the actor and the boyfriend-for-hire discover something real?

Ryan Levesque is Hollywood’s newest blue-eyed boy. Moving from soap operas to the big screen has paid off for the kid from Minnesota, and he’s hot property. But, when a video from the lowest point of his past is shared on social media everything begins to unravel and old hurts resurface. His agent suggests a way out of the mess, and he jumps at the chance to make things right by pretending he’s in a committed, loving relationship with the tall, dark, sexy boyfriend for hire, Kaden. Only, he never counted on the impact Kaden would have on his life or his career.

When Kaden Moore’s next assignment lands in his lap, he’s expecting nothing more than a self-centered celebrity who’s messed up. Kaden’s new role is that of Hollywood A-lister Ryan Levesque’s boyfriend, a PR stunt concocted by his agents to restore the actor’s dented popularity. Kaden is aware of the video that surfaced from Ryan’s past, and though it raises questions about what kind of man Ryan is, it’s not any of Kaden’s business. Kaden has been pretending his entire life and knows he can show the troublesome actor a thing or two about the world beyond the Hollywood bubble. But maybe Kaden isn’t as clued up as he thinks, especially when it comes to the heart and love.

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Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team

Ruthie – ☆☆☆☆
This is the second book in the series, and whilst I would recommend Darcy (book on) to you, there is no need to read them in order, in my opinion.

Kaden had a difficult start in life, but now that he supplements his income working for his cousin, he is able to push the trust and love sides of life to the edge of his mind. He had no reason to imagine that would change anytime soon, but meeting his latest hirer brings things to the fore. Ryan too has some painful things in his past, and whilst neither is keen on sharing, they somehow get each other, and slowly start to consider how things could be.

I say slowly, but actually the story is mainly set over about a week, and yet never did it feel rushed – I only really came to think about timing as I was writing this review! We are so in synch with the characters as they wake up to the possibilities that time becomes a rather inconsequential part of the tale. I loved being transported away from today and into their meaningful, unexpected, and caring relationship.

Read in one sitting as I could not have put it down, this is a lovely book which I plan on rereading when I need a comfortable friend to hand.


Sarah – ☆☆☆☆
At the start of this story, I was sure it was going to be a predictably fluffy, Hollywood fantasy romance. And it is. But at the halfway point, a much more sinister and less predictable Me Too storyline is introduced that really took me by surprise. I’m still not entirely sure the combination works but perhaps we are living in a time where even escapist romance needs tempering with a little bit of ugly realism.

I chose this story as a fluffy holiday read – and it kinda works. Ryan is a misunderstood Hollywood star and Kaden’s a white hat hacker who moonlights as an escort. They are both fantasy characters. Ryan’s initial surliness hides hurt and insecurity, and it is Kaden’s job to make his life easier. For much of the book, the relationship is necessarily one sided. Kaden is paid to serve Ryan as a perfect boyfriend. It’s a wonderful fantasy but not a perfect relationship. I felt like Kaden’s needs and desires were often sidelined and the lines between reality and Kaden’s job were blurry. This is a relatively low heat read with a long, slow-burn romance.

At times, the Me Too part of this story feels like it belongs in a different book. Fluffy romance writing has to end with a neatly packaged happily ever after but the sad reality is that Me Too hasn’t actually changed much in the past couple of years. It’s an important, complex topic but I’m not sure the parameters or genre of this story do it justice.


Also Available in the Boyfriend for Hire Series

Book 1
Buy Links

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~  Also Available with KindleUnlimited  ~

For reviews & more info, check out our stop on the Darcy Blog Tour.




USA Today bestselling author RJ Scott writes stories with a heart of romance, a troubled road to reach happiness, and most importantly, a happily ever after.

RJ Scott is the author of over one hundred romance books, writing emotional stories of complicated characters, cowboys, millionaire, princes, and the men who get mixed up in their lives. RJ is known for writing books that always end with a happy ever after. She lives just outside London and spends every waking minute she isn’t with family either reading or writing.

The last time she had a week’s break from writing she didn’t like it one little bit, and she has yet to meet a bottle of wine she couldn’t defeat.

She’s always thrilled to hear from readers, bloggers and other writers.


Connect with RJ

Facebook  ~  Twitter  ~  Instagram  ~  Website  ~  Goodreads
RJ Scott’s Facebook Group



Meredith Russell lives in the heart of England. An avid fan of many story genres, she enjoys nothing less than a happy ending. She believes in heroes and romance and strives to reflect this in her writing. Sharing her imagination and passion for stories and characters is a dream Meredith is excited to turn into reality.

Connect with Meredith

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Wednesday, September 19, 2018

Darcy by RJ Scott & Meredith Russell Blog Tour


Darcy’s newest assignment is boyfriend to a wealthy socialite, he never expected the intense attraction to his date’s brother. Falling for Adrian is dangerous, and certainly not part of the plan.

Adrian has been as unlucky in love as his sister, but even he doesn’t approve of hiring a boyfriend, whatever the reason. Until he meets Darcy. Then he comes to realize that love can happen in the most unexpected of ways.

One week. That is all the two men need to fall in lust, but will they have a lifetime to fall in love?

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Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team

Ruthie – ☆☆☆☆
The first bit of good news is that this is the first in a new series – and given how much fun the twist is in this book, I am really looking forward to future installments.

Darcy finds himself, almost by chance, in a career as a boyfriend for hire, and whether it is a male or female hirer, his wit and charm will see them through their moment of need. I really like how clear the setup is and the rather wonderful standards the service sets.

In this particular instance, accompanying medical researcher Abby to a family wedding results in him meeting her brother, Adrian, and falling quickly for the man. As we watch the wedding "week" progress, the clear interest between them along with Abby's desire to hide away and work, means that they spend time getting to know each other as well as suppressing the chemistry. Thanks to that and some other family drama, they get the time to think a little harder about what this would really mean in the longer term – which I liked.

For a quick, yet slow burn romance, with some lovely, lovely humour, this was a highly enjoyable read.


Angie – ☆☆☆
I liked the premise of the story, however, it just didn't hit the mark for me. Most of the book was about Abby and Darcy, but this is a M/M book and I don't want to wait until the book is almost over for Darcy and Adrian to get together. There were some funny parts and banter. The family issues reminded me of a real-life family, especially when I wanted to smack a few people. I just found myself wanting more Darcy and Adrian and less Abby and the wedding crap. I am sure others will enjoy this read, but for me it was just okay.


Sarah – ☆☆☆☆
This is such a fun read. The addition of a few modern twists to classic romance novel tropes creates a story that is warm, charming, and often very funny. This is a light read that kept me smiling from start to finish.

The story an escort who falls for his date’s brother is a twist on a romance classic, but the quirky characters keep the book feeling fresh and I fell hard for both Darcy and Adrian. As a retired Army Lieutenant, Darcy isn’t your average male escort and he’s a perfect match for Adrian, a reluctant member of an important New York family. Adrian’s scientist sister Abby is also wonderful – I love it when m/m romance includes interesting and nuanced female characters.

This is an entertaining romantic comedy. It’s a low heat story with lots of charm and very little angst. I enjoyed the gentle observations of Adrian and Abby’s family and I love that all the characters are more than they first seem. I thoroughly enjoyed this easy, charming read. While this story is quite different to most of the recent books I’ve read by these authors, it was a pleasant surprise and I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.




RJ’s goal is to write stories with a heart of romance, a troubled road to reach happiness, and most importantly, that hint of a happily ever after.

RJ is the author of the over one hundred novels and discovered romance in books at a very young age. She realized that if there wasn’t romance on the page, she could create it in her head, and is a lifelong writer.

She lives and works out of her home in the beautiful English countryside, spends her spare time reading, watching films, and enjoying time with her family.

The last time she had a week’s break from writing she didn’t like it one little bit and has yet to meet a bottle of wine she couldn’t defeat.

She’s always thrilled to hear from readers, bloggers and other writers.

Connect with RJ

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Google+  ~  Instagram



Meredith Russell lives in the heart of England. An avid fan of many story genres, she enjoys nothing less than a happy ending. She believes in heroes and romance and strives to reflect this in her writing. Sharing her imagination and passion for stories and characters is a dream Meredith is excited to turn into reality.

Connect with Meredith

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Google+  ~  Instagram



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