Marine For Hire (Front and Center, #1) (Entangled Brazen)

by Tawna Fenske

[Cocktails and Books]

MARINE FOR HIRE is a lighthearted, funny story about a Marine impersonating a nanny. Sam is a sniper for the Marines and his best friend wants him to pose as a nanny to protect his sister, Sheri and her seven month old twins from her ex-husband. They don’t want Sherri to know Sam is guarding her because she is an independent woman and doesn’t want her family trying to control her life. Since Sam owes his friend a favor he reluctantly agrees, but he has no idea how to be a nanny. Sam is an alpha male Marine who knows more about power tools than diapers and housework. There are many funny moments when Sam, the big, bad marine tries to do something domestic, but is totally clueless.

Sheri is a sleep deprived new mother. She is trying to figure out how to take care of twins on her own, but has little confidence in her mothering abilities. Although Sheri loves her twins, she is always questioning herself. Sam is a thoughtful guy and tries to reassure Sheri by telling her what a great mom she is. I admire the way Sheri stands up for herself and is never afraid to say what is on her mind.

There is strong chemistry between Sam and Sheri, but Sam can’t tell Sheri who he really is and he worries that when she discovers his deception, she will be mad and hurt. I love how Sam and Sheri are always up front about their mutual attraction and never play games or pretend they don’t care. Sam is a combination of sweet and tough, with a great body and Sheri can’t keep her hands off of him. Sam has always been attracted to Sheri and can’t believe his good fortune. Tawne Fenske writes a cute story.

Reviewed by Karen for Cocktails and Books