Romancing Paradise

Brothers in Arms #8

by Kate Aster

The Brothers in Arms series continues as matchmaker Freya heads to Hawaii for a friend's wedding... and sets out to create a happily ever after for a single mom and an Army Soldier.

Are some mistakes destined to be repeated?

I can’t help thinking it as I look at him now—feeling that surge of desire inside of me and that eerie connection that I can’t explain, just like I did ten years ago.

The West Point graduate I foolishly hooked up with one night in New York City has transformed into a hardened warrior—an Army Ranger and twice the panty-melting heartthrob he was back then.

My best friend, the bride-to-be at this wedding I’m attending in paradise, doesn’t believe it’s him. He’s too good of a guy, she says. Too good to be the man who gave me a fake name and fake phone number that Morning After—which I didn’t discover until I tried to track him down a few months later.

But I know it’s him.

How could I not? I’ve looked into his eyes every day since my daughter was born.

Our daughter.

And I won’t let this twist of fate that brought him back to me disrupt the life I share with her. I can’t—not when I know he’ll only shatter her hopes just like he did mine.

I will protect my child at all costs.

But who will protect me?

Genres: Romance

230 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 22, 2023

About the author

When Kate Aster was in fifth grade, she wrote her debut novel on a spiral-bound notebook–a science fiction which ended with the tragic destruction of all humanity.

Fortunately, she’s gotten a lot more upbeat.

Now preferring romantic settings and blissfully happy endings, Kate just released her eighth book available on Amazon.

Kate is an avid snorkeler, “beach read” fanatic, and margarita connoisseur. She is so grateful for the support and positive reviews from her readers. Thank you!

If you’d like to be notified when Kate’s next book is available, please fill out the contact form on her website to be added to her mailing list. Thanks so much for your interest!

Reviews

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book!!

I loved this story of Matt and Lily!! They met in New York City 10 years ago and had an amazing night, with a promise of more. But circumstances beyond their control, kept them separated. Until now, at her best friends destination wedding in Hawaii, they meet again. Lily tries to leave, thinking the worst of Matt, but thankfully destiny intervenes and she is unable to get a flight out and must stay with Matt. This gives them time to get to know each other and their attraction is fire. I love these two together and their chance at a family and paradise they both want. I love this book and all by Kate Aster! I highly recommend!!

[Cheryl A · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading this book. It’s been a while seen I read A Kate Aster book and I love her stories of strong military men. I love her settings also and this is in the gorgeous island of Hawaii. I’ve never been so she takes me there with her words. Lily is there for her BFF Maggie who is getting married. She then sees the father of her daughter, Matt, who she had an affair with 10 years ago. He doesn’t know that he has a daughter because she thought he gave her a fake name and number and has disliked him ever since. This is a second chance romance for both of them with an HEA. Worth the read.

[Janice · Rating 4 out of 5]

Matt and Lily met in New York City 10 years ago and had an amazing night, but they lost touch. They meet up again at the marriage of their besties. She thought he gave her the wrong number, he thought she didn't want to meet up again. They have a daughter, the attraction is still there.

[Mari · Rating 3 out of 5]

Holy fucking toxic best friend. If your best friend gaslights and belittles you and doesn't believe you, tell them to fuck off.

I've read this story or a variation of it many times. It's predictable, and I struggled to finish it.

[Maria · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wonderful escapism... and I will go reread some of her first books for another romantic hit.

[Jill Oates · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this but not as much as some of the others in the series. Loved Matt but had trouble liking Lily. Still worth reading - Kate Asters books are always a one click for me!

[Mary Silvestri · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 Stars

Another great read from Kate Aster. A different kind of love story. I really liked watching Matt and Lily meet. No spoilers here. High recommend.

[Glenna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another droolworthy ranger

The setting in Hawaii is so beautifully described. It is surprising how weddings can bring friends of friends together. Destiny or not?

[redmamameka · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short & sweet.
Pros: I read this in only a few hours time and it was a decent read. Above average spice, some heart strings being pulled from his loss, some relatable mom-vibe themes....and a dog. Like I said, short and super pineapple-brochure for a vacay to Hawaii-kinda sweet.

Cons: worth the $3 on kindle....ummmm....in retrospect I wish I would've waited until I could've read it on kindle unlimited.
Also it is missing SOMETHING...some element of angst or just something I can't put my finger on. Good story but it definitely falls short of the *holy shyte* where has this book been all my life.
🌶️🌶️🌶️ + 1/2 Slightly above average spicy.
⭐️Typical 3 Star read.
45/50% The Hawaii brochure stuff was a turnoff. It certainly is missing SOMETHING (idk what exactly) as well....but overall a quick, easy read.