Man of the Month Club: September

Man of the Month Club #9

by Ann Omasta, Callie Love

Single mom, Marietta, has plenty of reasons not to trust men. A virtual romantic relationship is as far as she’s willing to go. Can this month’s bachelor, Chance, convince her that real-life love is worth the risk?

The only man Marietta needs in her life is her little boy, Luca.

And perhaps the friendly, sensitive, and kindhearted guy she chats with each night online.

When September’s Man of the Month, Chance, is matched with Marietta, he finds that he is drawn to her in unexpected, delightful ways.

Chance wants nothing more than to join their small family and shower Marietta and Luca with love.

Will Chance be able to convince skittish Marietta to take a chance on real-life love? Or will her obsession with a seemingly perfect online suitor block their path to happiness? Find out when you read Man of the Month Club: SEPTEMBER.

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Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Ebooks, Contemporary Romance, Own, Amazon, Novella

106 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 1, 2023

About the author

Ann Omasta is a USA Today bestselling author.

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Here is a Top 10 list from Ann about her likes, dislikes, and oddities:

1. I despise whipped cream. There, I admitted it in writing. Let the ridiculing begin.
2. Even though I have lived as far south as Key Largo, Florida and as far north as Maine, I landed in the middle.
3. If I don't make a conscious effort not to, I will drink nothing but tea morning, noon and night. Hot tea, sweet tea, green tea––I love it all.
4. There doesn't seem to be much in life that is better than coming home to a couple of big dogs who are overjoyed to see me. My other family members usually show significantly less enthusiasm about my return.
5. Singing in my bestest, loudest voice does not make my family put on their happy faces. This includes the big, loving dogs referenced above.
6. Yes, I am aware that bestest is not a word.
7. Dorothy was right. There's no place like home.
8. All of the numerous bottles in my shower must be lined up with their labels facing out. It makes me feel a little like Julia Roberts' mean husband from the movie 'Sleeping with the Enemy,' but I can't seem to control this particular quirk.
9. I love, love, love finding a great bargain.
10. Did I mention that I hate whipped cream? It makes my stomach churn to look at it, touch it, smell it, or even think about it. Great––now I'm thinking about it. Ick!

** Ann would LOVE to send you a free novella ~ Aloha, Baby! Visit annomasta.com to let her know where to send it.

Reviews

[QuinnReads · Rating 5 out of 5]

ShyGuy29

Marietta and Chase have a bit of an unusual issue insert itself from the beginning but the results are interesting. There are sweet and funny moments, as well as one that sets the tone for the kind of guy Chase will be, if given a chance. I loved this quick read with a steamy HEA and introduction to next month's potential match. I'm voluntarily reviewing an ARC.

[Megan Bal · Rating 1 out of 5]

-1 ⭐️ for the use of “doo-dah” in reference to her lady bits
-1 ⭐️ for “ShyGuy” 🤢 (PLEASE is there any man who would choose that username for himself that’s not a walking red flag?)
-1⭐️ for “LonelyGirl4Ever” (she was literally married up until 3 months ago???) (also so cringe and middle-schooly)
-1⭐️ for “amazeballs”

[Shifa · Rating 4 out of 5]

-1 only because the FMC referred to her vagina as a "doo-dah".

[Bailey · Rating 1 out of 5]

⭐️/5
Only reason I didn’t DNF this is because it’s a novella and only took ~40min to read. I wanted to see how the big *surprise* was finally revealed, and even that was disappointing.

Here’s an actual conversation that happens between the 2 characters as they’re having sex:
“This unspoken connection between us is intense and gratifying.”
“Yes, I’ve never felt so satiated.”
😑 … right … because everyone speaks like this…. Especially during sex…

Oh, and she called her privates her “doo-dah”, and when the surprise was revealed, he said “this is amazeballs”.
There’s really nothing else that needs said.

[Chelsea Johnson · Rating 3 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️

Okay, so this one was kinda cute! Definitely the cheesiest of the bunch so far, but I can live with that 🤣. Chance was such a sweetheart and honestly a really solid main man, probably one of the more likable heroes in the series.

The story still has that trademark over the top, insta love vibe, but it’s fun if you’re in the mood for something light and silly. Not perfect, but definitely entertaining enough to keep me turning the pages.

[Char · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chance is the Man of the Month for September. He is being setup with Marietta. Marietta doesn’t want to be setup with anyone. She has been communicating with someone online who she is interested in. She has a son and he is her main concern. Chance hopes to convince Marietta to take a chance. Chance is willing to go as slow as necessary to make Marietta comfortable. There are some interesting twists and turns and roadblocks along the way. It is a story about two characters who see a different outcome from this date. Can Chance get Marietta to take a chance? Will Ben be able to protect Daphne and expand her world? Will Marietta see what is right in front of her eyes? It is a tender, sweet, heartwarming little romance story.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Brianna Bello · Rating 5 out of 5]

Poor Marietta has been through a lot in her life. Her son too. But she meets chance. And they hit it off right away. However, she has been talking to someone online that she feels strongly towards and doesn’t want to hurt him. THE TWIST! I kinda saw it coming but I was still sooooo excited when it happened!

[Tima · Rating 4 out of 5]

Marietta and Chance, the female and male lead characters, have been communicating with each other on a dating app under pseudonyms. Both are hassled by loving friends into joining an in-person dating experience and they’re paired together. Whilst they are mutually attracted, Marietta prefers to stick with her online love but, when she tells him that, he tells her that he has met someone in real life! Fortunately, a friend knows who they both are and reunites them with an explanation and a babysitter so they can work it out together.

This short story is dual POV, well written, and includes a sensitive treatment of Marietta and her son recovering from an abusive relationship with their ex-husband/father. I appreciated Chance’s genuine interest and sensitivity and gentleness, as well as the active inclusion of Luca, Marietta’s son.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Rebecca · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was loving this book from the start. It was a marvelous romance. I voluntarily read and reviewed this book.

[Abbie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a cute predictable read but the chemistry between marietta and chance was so obvious from their first meeting. I loved that her son played an important role in her decision making as well

[Eva Parente · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is probably one of my favorite ones. Cute and fluffy 💗

[Dyana Tyler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Spicy Rating: 2/5🌶️
Overall Rating: 4/5⭐️
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i loved everything about this book. it was sweet with the subtle but amazing hint of spice!! i truly enjoyed this book!!

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like this series about matchmaking. This is a monthly series with a new bachelor each month.. Chance and Marietta were the latest couple to be matched in this newest book in the series.If you are looking for a quick story to fill a lazy afternoon, this is a great story to fill the time The storyline is predictable and you get a happily ever after.. I would recommend this book

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[Lisa Parker · Rating 5 out of 5]

We first met Marietta in the June's man of the month, Summer and Killian's story. He and the enforcers had recently saved her and her son from her abusive ex-husband. She has been chatting on line with Shyguy and her friends are giving her a hard time that he maybe ghosting her. Summer talks her into going to the next man of the month matchup. She is matched with Chance who she has chemistry with, but she feels like it is cheating on her online love.

Will guy will she pick?

There is chemistry between the two characters which all leads to some steamy scenes. This is a standalone and do not need to read others in the series to enjoy this story. I enjoy all the books this writing duo puts out.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Aurora · Rating 4 out of 5]

Online Chat vs the Man of the Month algorithm with entertaining results. in the September installation of this monthly serial. It's a sweet story with a little heart-stopping terror thrown in to add some spice.
An enjoyable, light read.

[|| ••Amber•• || · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ok this has to be my new favourite of the man of the month clubs. It was ADORABLE!!!! 🥰

[Ritu · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a quick read. Chance is great to both Marietta and Luca. There's humor, love, and minimal suspense. Lots of positive POV in this book.

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[Korkoi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Making Their Fantastic Real -
This is a beautifully written short story about two people who have been through hell, but finally overcome adversity and find happiness. Fate brings them together online and in the real world, but it takes true friends to help them get their happily ever after. I have read all the ‘Man of the Month’ books in the series so far and this one certainly was as interesting, entertaining and captivating as all the previous books. I am really looking forward to reading the next book in the series.

I received an advanced copy of this book from Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Brenda Moser · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a sweet and sexy story with strong characters in Marietta and Luca. The author brings humor along with the steam and delivers an entertaining short story. It's well written and I enjoyed reading.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.

[Kathy Mccalmon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is Septembers man of the month. The story starts out odd because all Marietta talks about was her online friend but it turns out to be a great story.

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[Marianne · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a really nice contemporary romance.. I liked it.. It is cute and sweet, with steam.. and fun-to-read characters..

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[Kelly Soldatos · Rating 1 out of 5]

The idea of the story is great, but that's about it. I got it as part of a Stuff Your Kindle Day, and it's officially autumn, so of course I'm looking for a cozy fall romance.

The book definitely needs another round or two of editing. It has great potential! Just needs a bit of a touch-up, some flourish.

*SPOILERS!*
Grammar and word placement is one thing, but I'd like to put more focus on specifically these areas:

1) Chance seems to be almost pushing Marietta to bring his son with her next time. As a mother myself, it made me immediately feel guarded as to why this stranger would keep wanting to see my son.

2) The confidence in Chance that there *will* be a next date. No asking, no gentle veering the convo in that direction.

3) That first kiss came so out of nowhere. Generally, characters at least wonder about these things first. Think the thoughts. Put themselves out there, flirt a little.

4) Chance is hurt because he was cheated on. Marietta suddenly announces that she's already in a relationship, and she apologizes for the kiss that happened. What does C do? Pushes her to give him a chance because he's taken an immediate obsession to her, wanting to know EVERYTHING about her, including the sounds she makes in bed. If that ever happened to me on a first date, I'd run out of that car. He did not stop despite M saying "no" for three times.

5) M feels like she has finally some clarity when it comes to men in her life. Clearly, Shy Guy is everything she wants. Despite not having discussed meeting up ever, she proceeds to send him a message that she's ready, she loves him, and then sends him a near-nude pic to "get his interest." Is that how two people finally express their love for each other? The Millennial in me screams "red flag."

6) I guess since they've really had forever to talk online, it's somewhat believable they'd have intercourse. A gentleman, however, would at least show enough respect to ask whether their partner is on any form of birth control. M didn't really seem to bother bringing it up, either.

Perhaps the story is just too fast-paced in this case. It either needs to be a full-blown novel for the readers to have time to enjoy the build-up, or have less action in a short story for the readers to not feel spooked. Every author's nightmare is to scare the readers away from reading a cozy romance because they feel like a character is being pushed, manipulated or assaulted, when it's supposed to be coaxing, toe-curling, sweet, and tingly.

Things were mostly just happening. I really missed descriptions. It's always a good idea to take all senses into consideration: sight, taste, smell, touch, hearing.

[Vilma · Rating 5 out of 5]

I definitely loved the chemistry between Marietta and Chance. Although, as a reader Marietta seemed extremely naive believing in a real connection with someone she had never met in person and willing to throw away her real life connection with Chance for a possible ‘catfish’ situation.

But in the end, the real connection only added to the computer connection forged months ago.

This is a great insta-lust, quick read with a happy ending.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Angie Barnes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ann Omasta has written a 5-star book. This is the book about Marietta and Chance. Marietta and her son have gotten away from her abusive husband with the help of Killian and his band of Enforcers. They were a group of men who help when needed. Marietta has developed a relationship with ShyGuy29 and they talk almost every night. They have never seen a picture of the other. Marietta's friend, Summer talks her into going to the Man of the Month Club meeting with her She seems to think that Marietta will meet her next love at the meeting. At the meeting, She is matched with the man of the month. She thinks it is a mistake. They go on their date and it is to the Fall Festival. Someone starts shooting off firecrackers and someone thinks it's a gun and yells. Chance doesn't want to be out in the open, so they hide behind something. Chance covers Marietta with his body to keep her safe. He sees a little boy out in the open and he goes and gets him. At first, the little boy doesn't want to go with Chance. After things is calm again, Chance gives Marietta a kiss and things don't go the way he wants them to. After the kiss, she tells him that she shouldn't have let it go that far since she is in a relationship. Chance tells her that he likes her and wants to see her again but she tells him no. He takes her back to her car and at first, it doesn't want to start but then it starts and she drives off. When she gets home, she sends a message to ShyGuy29 telling him what happened and how she feels about him. He doesn't respond right away like he has done in the past. When he does, it is to tell her that he has met someone else. Summer calls her to see how she is doing, and Marietta tells her what happened with ShyGuy29. Summer tells her she has to go. Marietta has found a karate class for her and her son and she takes him. They both take the class and after, she decides that she will sign up for weekly classes for her and Luca. When she gets home, she sees Chance's truck and Killian's motorcycle. She sees them along with Summer on her porch. When Luca sees Killian, he jumps out of the car and runs to Killian and tells him about class. After, Killian asks "Do you have enough energy to talk a walk to the park with me. Luca turns to Chance and asked, "Are you going to the park with us?" Chance bends down and starts to say something when Summer tells Luca that Chance had to stay and talk to his mom. Summer looks at them both and said with a smile. ShyGuy29 meet LonelyGirl4 Ever. they look at each other in shock.
After finding out who they really are, will things work out for Marietta and Chance?
This was a wonderful book and I would recommend it to anyone.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Bev · Rating 4 out of 5]

LonelyGirl4Ever, meet ShyGuy29
This book is about Marietta and Chance. Marietta and her son Luca had been saved from her abusive ex by a group of good-doing vigilantes. Marietta has since been online talking to a man she is falling for for – though she still has doubts thinking he may be catfishing her, considering her terrible luck with men. Her friend Summer and her hot boyfriend Killian (a member of that group) encourage her to attend the Man of the Month Club meeting. That’s how they met, and they want Marietta to find love too. Attending the meeting feels like she’s cheating on her online love, but she relents nonetheless.
Chance’s long-time friend Phoebe catches him in a weak moment, and convinces him to be this month’s bachelor at her matchmaking meeting. He too has had his heart broken by a cheating ex, and despite saying he’s done with women, knows himself he won’t be able to stick to that. Vouching for him at the meeting, Phoebe also comments that he’s a friend of Killian’s and that too raises the interest in this hot bachelor.
Marietta is chosen as his match and they have a date at the Fall Festival. They have a wonderful time, and have an undeniable connection, but she tries to ignore it, thinking about her online man and how he might feel, knowing she’s actually out with someone else – even though they haven’t actually met yet. There is some suspected danger and drama at the fair and Chance puts his life on the line for her and a child, proving his character, and causing some real turmoil in Marietta’s head and heart. A kiss only seems to make her mixed feelings even more confusing for her, and she tried to let him down gently, admitting her feelings for someone else. Chance is hurt again and doesn’t really want to give up on her, but what could he do to remedy this?

The pull of attraction and desire was immediate and intense, and what they felt was raw and real. It was so incredibly sweet (and a bit sad for them at times), and they were very passionate and steamy. I loved the characters, and look forward to hearing about them more, as I felt it ended a bit too abruptly. We do also meet the characters for the next two books, who happen to be friends with Marietta! I give this book four and a quarter stars.
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[Dee · Rating 5 out of 5]

The addition starts with the book cover….yeah…yeah…yeah don’t judge a book by its cover they say ….well we all do it and this one here it is the scratch to your itch or better yet the filling to your oreos! Within the first chapters you get the panoramic view of whom you’re dealing with! This is book is part of the Man of the Month Club series why just read one when you can start at the beginning and keep reading through the series it won’t be a waste of time. Marietta intelligent, was done with men after her ex-husband ruined it for every other man, (only man in her life is Luca the best part of her ex.), when her friend Summer tries to convince her come to the monthly Man of the Month Club meeting at Evie's bar with her, she doesn't want to go but she agrees. At the meeting she is matched with the man of the month which is a surprise, or a joke being played on her. Chance sexy as all get out man of the month, a little on the shy side, overall perfect boyfriend just needing someone to take the chance. Agreeing to go on a date to the fair while there a mix up with fireworks have everyone running thinking it is gun shot and she realizes the man she is with is a good man, a protector who covered her body with his own to protect her, but he is talking with someone, so she doesn’t want to be mixed up in that. So, they leave the date thinking that is it until Summer takes things into her hand after Marietta tells her what happened with ShyGuy29. They take a karate class together and feeling like Luca can benefit from it signs them up for a weekly class heading home see Chance there with Killian of course Luca loves Killian heading off to the park Luca turns to Chance and asked, "Are you going to the park with us?" Chance bends down and starts to say something when Summer tells Luca that Chance had to stay and talk to his mom. Summer setting things right, looks at them both and smile and make the introductions ShyGuy29 meet LonelyGirl4 Ever the look of shock 😊. Will it be enough for Marietta to take a chance at love again, have Chance proved he can be the man for her, Luca already loves him so that isn’t the issue, and can ShyGuy29 and LonelyGirl4ever find happiness?

[lf · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lonely Girl and Shy Guy

Man of the Month Club: SEPTEMBER is the ninth book in this series. This story is about Chance and Marietta. This is a quick and sweet story where they are matched at the MOTM club meeting. But Marietta does not want to be there as she feels as if she is cheating on ShyBoy29, the man she has been chatting with through a dating app for the last while. But she does leave with Chance to go on a date that night, as he is a friend of Killian's. Chance is a member of the MC but has stepped back for the last year or two because being the enforcer took it's toll. He is a sweet man at his heart even though he would have no problem protecting who he loves. When Chance first looks around the table at all the single women the only one that catches his interest is the one that will not look at him and instead keeps looking at her phone. When he is matched with her he is happy as he knows he wants to get to know her better. Their date goes well, with more than a little excitement happening, but at the end Marietta says she cannot do this again as she is involved with someone. Sure she has never met him in person but they share something deep and know each other well. The next morning it is Marietta's best friend Summer, who was matched with Killian in June, who figures out that Chance and Marietta may already know each other, just by different names.

So for me this story is a mix of fun and scratching my head. It is a sweet and short romance between a couple lovely characters. But the story-line is a bit off to me and some of the details just do not work at all regarding timelines and things. If you put that stuff aside it is an enjoyable read but just not my favorite of this series.

[Chalice · Rating 2 out of 5]

The couple: Chance and Marietta

Romance trope: matchmaking
Series: Man of the Month Club
Length: 106 pages

Plot: Marietta has finally gotten out of a really bad situation with her ex and a friend has convinced her to throw in with the matchmaking service everyone is using. But she already has a guy online - kind of. She doesn't really know her online paramour, but it feels like it sometimes. When she goes out with her match, Chance, she feels a connection there, but she also feels like she's cheating on her online guy. She'll have to make a decision!

Commentary: The dialogue (both external and internal) was so cringeworthy. The plot was a little juvenile. The whole thing had me feeling like these two were maladjusted high school kids rather than adults. I guess that Chance is the kind of guy Marietta needs though.

Previous book in the series: Man of the Month Club: August
Next book in the series: Man of the Month Club: October

[Victoria Rebecca Hawkes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Single mom, Marietta, has plenty of reasons not to trust men. A virtual romantic relationship is as far as she’s willing to go. Can this month’s bachelor, Chance, convince her that real-life love is worth the risk? The only man Marietta needs in her life is her little boy, Luca. And perhaps the friendly, sensitive, and kindhearted guy she chats with each night online. When September’s Man of the Month, Chance, is matched with Marietta, he finds that he is drawn to her in unexpected, delightful ways. Chance wants nothing more than to join their small family and shower Marietta and Luca with love. Will Chance be able to convince skittish Marietta to take a chance on real-life love? Or will her obsession with a seemingly perfect online suitor block their path to happiness?

I loved this book from beginning to end as it was that good. The story line was brilliant and the characters were fabulously put together. I found myself laughing in parts and I love the twists and turns that the book has. Ann Omasta is a brilliant author and this is just an example of her work and if this is anything to go by I will definitely by reading more of her books in the future.

[Kat · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another quick and easy instalove Man of the Month book by Ann Omasta and Callie Love!

MOTM: September follows Chance Taylor and single mother Marietta. The story begins with Marietta having a online friend and feeling like she is cheating on him despite of not being exclusive because she is attending the Man of the Month event where she gets matched with Chance. She almost gave up the chance to be with Chance because of her online friend. But with a plot twist, Chance was able to sweep Marietta off of her feet and have their happily ever after with her son Luca.

Although this is a short read, I can’t lie and say that I felt their chemistry because I kind of didn’t. This is only my second book of the authors and I just felt like MOTM: August had a better chemistry and smut than this book. I still enjoyed it, just wished there was a better connection formed between the two. Can’t wait to read October next!

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