Name: The Sexy One
Rating: 4.00 (4 reviews)

Simon, an amazingly sexy down-to-earth Daddy, hires Abby, a sweet, outgoing nanny. Both adore the child and secretly have the hots for the other. Their attraction to each other complicates things which lead to some hilarious internal conversations. They are friends, chat about cute things, but neither is willing to risk the good thing they have going. Like the best nanny ever and of course there is the whole employer, employee relationship thing. That tale that unfolds offered humor, heat, and sweetness overload

The story is told in dual perspective allowing us to gain entry into both Simon and Abby's thoughts. I enjoyed getting to know them and found both their inner struggles hilarious and genuine. The sexual build up was delicious, and Blakley teased us before finally allowing us the full heated swoon.

We do hear mention of Wyatt Hammer from Well Hung, albeit a small mention but I love that while all of these stories are standalone, they still have a connection. Secondary characters like the daughter, a bald eagle and others added depth, humor, cuteness and other occasional problem.

Sebastian York delivered the voice of Simon and continued to be a favorite listen for me Andi Arndt was new to me, but perfectly captured Abby. The two worked well together giving the story and extra level of connection. I think sometimes hearing and experiencing some of these scenes through narration enhances my enjoyment. Sure I could have read the book in an hour and a half, but listening is just WAY to much fun!

If fun, smexy, and adorkable is what you want for your next audio listen grab The Sexy One and enjoy!

Audio provided by author. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Book Reviewer

Falling in love with The Sexy One

What if I told you I found a hero that’s the whole package? Good looks and muscles (please note the book cover…or, like in my case, note again and again and again), smart and ambitious, sweet, thoughtful, an awesome Dad to his daughter…AND learns from his mistakes. Yes peoples, by the end of the book he got his priorities straight and put love first. Now, don’t go freaking and calling me bad names because I spoiled the surprise, I was actually talking about his daughter. His love, love life is yours for the taking. I would never, ever imply that a love story could possibly finish on a high with an HEA. Never, I tell you.

I could really finish the review here, to be honest. I found the other characters great and thought that Abby was perfect for Simon and Hayden, the sweetest little girl ever. But really, Simon is the star of the show. Well, in my eyes he was.

I found this story somewhat refreshing. Simon is a thirty-something guy, divorced and has primary custody of his 5-year-old daughter, Hayden. His life revolves around his little girl's happiness. Yes, his work does take up a lot of his time, but he manages to still make Hayden his priority. To do this effectively, he hires a nanny for the times he really has to go to business meetings. Through a mutual friend, Harper, he manages to get an awesome nanny in Abby. Even though Abby is awesome, there is one slight problem. Simon is completely in lust with his nanny. A wee bit cliché, unfortunately.

Abby is the nanny and she absolutely LOVES her job. It helps that Hayden is a sweetheart and her boss is a good man…who has the body of Chris Hemsworth. Now, Abby kind of has a crush on her boss. It’s totally understandable considering his looks and personality, but she LOVES her job and doesn’t want to jeopardise it. She pushes back her feelings because she doesn’t want to be a wee bit of a cliché.

As times goes on their feelings grow for each other. It’s not just lust anymore, now they have to deal with FEELINGS too. They like each other. Their personalities seem to suit and they never struggle with finding something to talk about. How long can they keep fighting their attraction?

The Sexy One was a great story. It’s a little bit of a slow burn but the tension starts from the very beginning. Simon and Abby are not silly people…well not normally. Abby does have one brain malfunction but luckily, Lauren Blakely again proved why I like her stories so much. The silly situation is dealt with, with maturity, truth and no unnecessary drama. Bravo!!

Did I mention that Simon also speaks my favourite language - Dirty Talk. It is not crass or OTT but it did make me sit up and take notice.

Talking of languages…I am very jealous of Abby’s characters ability to learn languages so easily. I speak English and I can count to ten in Japanese. WOW!! I think my kids know more than I do. What a shame out?

Anyways…I really did enjoy The Sexy One. Simon and Abby’s love story gave me happy buzzes and big goofy smiles.

At the end of the book, we get a glimpse into what’s coming our way and I can definitely say that I squealed just a wee bit. Hot Doc’s, Hot Chef’s and THE HOT ONE who’s determined to win back his ex even if he has to fight for her. BRING IT ON!!

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inlibrisveritas

Written on Dec 1, 2017

So good! Full review to come!

kimbacaffeinate

Written on Oct 25, 2016

stacey_is_sassy

Written on Oct 13, 2016

leelu92

Written on Oct 3, 2016

4.5 glorious and sweet stars.
I've been overwhelmed by angst in recent books and I'm kind of over it. Thank the book reading baby Jesus because this is soooooooo not the case with this book.
This is a love story with no crazy ups and downs, it's the story of two people coming to terms with how they feel about each other and figuring how and when to cross the line and give in.

This could've easily fallen into the angst black hole but it did not. Instead, it stayed right on the sweet and blissful track to love. And lots of hot sexytimes...can't forget that.

More to come closer to release.

Copy for provided for review.

The Sexy One

by Lauren Blakely