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Dr. CEO
He was a one night stand she was never meant to see again. But he’s back to ruin her life.
My life was simple until Vincent Cove, an (annoyingly hot) American billionaire, arrived.
I thought he was a one night fling I’d never see again. Now he’s back and he wants to convert the English country mansion where I live and work into a glitzy hotel.
Over my dead body.
I’m just a small-town waitress, up against Vincent’s goliath fortune, but I won’t go down without a fight. I'm taking on this billionaire bulldozer.
If I’d known his plans I definitely (maybe) wouldn’t have slept with him. And I’m determined to ignore the chemistry growing between us.
Except his charm is distracting, his persistence is irritating and his forearms, sharp jaw and devilish smile are downright infuriating.
At least I don’t have to worry about him sticking around. A self-confessed rolling stone, he can’t commit to a lunch order before noon, so there’s no way he’ll hang around long enough for me to fall in love with him.
A standalone, one night stand, enemies to lovers, small town, billionaire romance with a guaranteed HEA.
My life was simple until Vincent Cove, an (annoyingly hot) American billionaire, arrived.
I thought he was a one night fling I’d never see again. Now he’s back and he wants to convert the English country mansion where I live and work into a glitzy hotel.
Over my dead body.
I’m just a small-town waitress, up against Vincent’s goliath fortune, but I won’t go down without a fight. I'm taking on this billionaire bulldozer.
If I’d known his plans I definitely (maybe) wouldn’t have slept with him. And I’m determined to ignore the chemistry growing between us.
Except his charm is distracting, his persistence is irritating and his forearms, sharp jaw and devilish smile are downright infuriating.
At least I don’t have to worry about him sticking around. A self-confessed rolling stone, he can’t commit to a lunch order before noon, so there’s no way he’ll hang around long enough for me to fall in love with him.
A standalone, one night stand, enemies to lovers, small town, billionaire romance with a guaranteed HEA.
298 pages, Paperback
First published August 31, 2023
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About the author
Louise Bay
78 books7,513 followersInternational, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author, Louise Bay writes contemporary romance novels that make you laugh - the kind she likes to read.
Ruined by the bonk-busters of the eighties, Louise was inspired by Judith Krantz and Jackie Collins, but wants to be Emily Henry when she grows up.
Louise loves the rain, RHOBH, London, days when she doesn't have to wear make-up, hanging out with her kid, elephants and champagne (not necessarily in that order).
She loves to hear from readers so get in touch!
Ruined by the bonk-busters of the eighties, Louise was inspired by Judith Krantz and Jackie Collins, but wants to be Emily Henry when she grows up.
Louise loves the rain, RHOBH, London, days when she doesn't have to wear make-up, hanging out with her kid, elephants and champagne (not necessarily in that order).
She loves to hear from readers so get in touch!
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August 23, 2023
So much love for this one. Both of the characters are fresh and so likable and supporting characters are awesome. 😍
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I love it when an author can make you enjoy and have fun while reading the story. This one hit the spot with the effervescent Kate. A woman after my own heart with a love of show tunes, singing, and pretty much no filter on her mouth!
Often when we think of billionaire romance, we think of stuffy, over-the-top, controlling jerks. But Dr CEO is not that at all. In fact, it is the characters and the surrounding locale that makes this book amazing.
The main characters are fresh and so likable, plus the supporting characters are awesome. Vincent is sweet, smoking hot, sexy, and caring. Kate is a ball of energy and fun. Snark and sarcasm is alive and well in this story! Yay!
Bay has the character details down pat and you truly want to move right into this community! They take care of their own.
But it is not all sunshine and roses. Bay also brings in many flaws and issues to overcome. This is handled with loving care and concern, both by the author and by the characters. In fact, Vincent outdoes himself many times! I loved seeing the characters grow and develop through this awesome read!
Overall, I am starry-eyed with this book! DR CEO is a delight in all aspects!
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* I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
* full review - https://amidlifewife.com/dr-ceo-by-lo...
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I love it when an author can make you enjoy and have fun while reading the story. This one hit the spot with the effervescent Kate. A woman after my own heart with a love of show tunes, singing, and pretty much no filter on her mouth!
Often when we think of billionaire romance, we think of stuffy, over-the-top, controlling jerks. But Dr CEO is not that at all. In fact, it is the characters and the surrounding locale that makes this book amazing.
The main characters are fresh and so likable, plus the supporting characters are awesome. Vincent is sweet, smoking hot, sexy, and caring. Kate is a ball of energy and fun. Snark and sarcasm is alive and well in this story! Yay!
Bay has the character details down pat and you truly want to move right into this community! They take care of their own.
But it is not all sunshine and roses. Bay also brings in many flaws and issues to overcome. This is handled with loving care and concern, both by the author and by the characters. In fact, Vincent outdoes himself many times! I loved seeing the characters grow and develop through this awesome read!
Overall, I am starry-eyed with this book! DR CEO is a delight in all aspects!
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* I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
* full review - https://amidlifewife.com/dr-ceo-by-lo...
September 3, 2023
he’s not even a doctor
October 22, 2023
2.5 ⭐
MCs:
- Vincent, 30s
- Kate, 27
Book info:
- Billionaire romance
- Small town romance
- FWB
- Panic attacks
- Fear of abandonment
- HEA (married and pregnant)
Vincent came to the countryside to buy an estate and convert it into a hotel. He met Kate, who had been living there for almost 20 years. They had ONS, then two days passed. The earl of the estate told the people living and working there that Vincent bought it. Kate was blindsided by this news. She got mad, but only for like 2 days, and then she accepted it eventually.
I struggled with the pacing, characters, and dialogue in the story. I think the plot was great, but the execution was lacking. I was done with the first half, yet I still couldn't connect with the MCs. There's no buildup or sexual tension between them; even their ONS was meh. It's... underwhelming to say the least. 😐
Kate, I think she has an agoraphobia; she's scared of stepping away from their town because of her childhood experiences. Her mom believes she's a gypsy, and she used to travel a lot, bringing Kate along with her. This didn't build stability in her life, and she missed a lot in her childhood, like going to school and making friends. This also developed her fear of traveling or going away. But her grandma adopted her and gave her stability in that small town. So she developed the idea that staying there was the only thing she would ever need. When she goes to a place even an hour away from their town, she gets panic attacks all the time.
Then there's Vincent. People say he's a commitmentphobe, but that's not really true. He's the most committed person I've ever read, with his goals, company, people, and family. The issue with him is that he's afraid to be abandoned. When he was young, his father left him and his mom. So he vowed not to get attached to anything or anyone, so when they're taken away or they decide to leave, he won't be hurt. He never stayed too long in a place because he didn't want to put down roots, and I don't think he stayed long in a relationship. Not giving a manhoe vibe, but I think all his previous relationships are surface-level.
If you look at Vincent and Kate, they don't seem to work. He's always traveling, while she hates leaving their small town. Yet when they got into the FWB, they started to question things and their ideals, or if they could be flexible about them.
Then, when it became too much, feelings and emotions were already included, Vincent left all of a sudden because he got scared. They were separated for a few weeks.
Then the hotel sent the managers to London for training, and this was a struggle for Kate, but she made it. At the same hotel where they're staying, Vincent also made a reservation, wanting to talk to her, and apologized for his abrupt departure.
I'm not sure if I want a grovel from him; I'm still thinking about it. Kate's friend made her realize that maybe one of the reasons Vincent left was because she never gave him a reason to stay. She didn't assure him that she'd never leave him like his father did. While on Vincent's side, his cousins made him think that he should've made a compromise to make it work with Kate, but instead he up and left when the tough got going.
When they finally saw each other again after their separation, they both decided to apologize to one another, and they had the same idea to propose. Obviously, they got back together and got married that same day, I think. All this happened in the last chapter before the epilogue.
Overall, this didn't work for me. I don't know what it is, but I just didn't connect with the MCs. Maybe this will resonate with other readers.
MCs:
- Vincent, 30s
- Kate, 27
Book info:
- Billionaire romance
- Small town romance
- FWB
- Panic attacks
- Fear of abandonment
- HEA (married and pregnant)
Vincent came to the countryside to buy an estate and convert it into a hotel. He met Kate, who had been living there for almost 20 years. They had ONS, then two days passed. The earl of the estate told the people living and working there that Vincent bought it. Kate was blindsided by this news. She got mad, but only for like 2 days, and then she accepted it eventually.
I struggled with the pacing, characters, and dialogue in the story. I think the plot was great, but the execution was lacking. I was done with the first half, yet I still couldn't connect with the MCs. There's no buildup or sexual tension between them; even their ONS was meh. It's... underwhelming to say the least. 😐
Kate, I think she has an agoraphobia; she's scared of stepping away from their town because of her childhood experiences. Her mom believes she's a gypsy, and she used to travel a lot, bringing Kate along with her. This didn't build stability in her life, and she missed a lot in her childhood, like going to school and making friends. This also developed her fear of traveling or going away. But her grandma adopted her and gave her stability in that small town. So she developed the idea that staying there was the only thing she would ever need. When she goes to a place even an hour away from their town, she gets panic attacks all the time.
Then there's Vincent. People say he's a commitmentphobe, but that's not really true. He's the most committed person I've ever read, with his goals, company, people, and family. The issue with him is that he's afraid to be abandoned. When he was young, his father left him and his mom. So he vowed not to get attached to anything or anyone, so when they're taken away or they decide to leave, he won't be hurt. He never stayed too long in a place because he didn't want to put down roots, and I don't think he stayed long in a relationship. Not giving a manhoe vibe, but I think all his previous relationships are surface-level.
If you look at Vincent and Kate, they don't seem to work. He's always traveling, while she hates leaving their small town. Yet when they got into the FWB, they started to question things and their ideals, or if they could be flexible about them.
Then, when it became too much, feelings and emotions were already included, Vincent left all of a sudden because he got scared. They were separated for a few weeks.
Then the hotel sent the managers to London for training, and this was a struggle for Kate, but she made it. At the same hotel where they're staying, Vincent also made a reservation, wanting to talk to her, and apologized for his abrupt departure.
I'm not sure if I want a grovel from him; I'm still thinking about it. Kate's friend made her realize that maybe one of the reasons Vincent left was because she never gave him a reason to stay. She didn't assure him that she'd never leave him like his father did. While on Vincent's side, his cousins made him think that he should've made a compromise to make it work with Kate, but instead he up and left when the tough got going.
When they finally saw each other again after their separation, they both decided to apologize to one another, and they had the same idea to propose. Obviously, they got back together and got married that same day, I think. All this happened in the last chapter before the epilogue.
Overall, this didn't work for me. I don't know what it is, but I just didn't connect with the MCs. Maybe this will resonate with other readers.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 24, 2023
This is my first book in Bay’s Dr. series. Vincent & Kate meet at a tea shop situated on the grounds of an old estate. Vincent is there to assess the property as an investment. Kate lives on the grounds and has worked there for a long time.
They see each other again later that evening at the pub. After exchanging loads of flirty banter they have a hot steamy night together, both expecting it to be a one and done. Fate has other plans in store for them.
The story started with a bang, then slowed down to a crawl. The pacing was a challenge for me to get into and I stepped away a few times. The second act was much better. The third and final act was wrapped up in warp speed. No spoilers, just knowing the difficulties Kate faced with her anxiety disorder it didn’t feel genuine.
Putting all that aside, it was a sweet story of two people who find each other by chance, only to discover they were meant to be all along.
They see each other again later that evening at the pub. After exchanging loads of flirty banter they have a hot steamy night together, both expecting it to be a one and done. Fate has other plans in store for them.
The story started with a bang, then slowed down to a crawl. The pacing was a challenge for me to get into and I stepped away a few times. The second act was much better. The third and final act was wrapped up in warp speed. No spoilers, just knowing the difficulties Kate faced with her anxiety disorder it didn’t feel genuine.
Putting all that aside, it was a sweet story of two people who find each other by chance, only to discover they were meant to be all along.
April 7, 2025
Es curiosa la elección del título porque el protagonista no es doctor. 🙊Intentó estudiar medicina pero es empresario. Con eso ya estamos desconectados del tema principal de las dos entregas anteriores me gustó más que los otros.
Pero no dejaba de comprarlo con un drama que la autora ya había escrito y que sé parece muchísimo, tanto que me atrevo a decir que recicló la historia de "The Earl of London". La diferencia es que Vincent es más adorable y Kate mucho más segura de si misma. Y ahora la que tiene una abuela es ella. Pero la temática es casi la misma. La protagonista oponiéndose al cambio.
Tenemos spicy. 🌶️🔥
Pero no dejaba de comprarlo con un drama que la autora ya había escrito y que sé parece muchísimo, tanto que me atrevo a decir que recicló la historia de "The Earl of London". La diferencia es que Vincent es más adorable y Kate mucho más segura de si misma. Y ahora la que tiene una abuela es ella. Pero la temática es casi la misma. La protagonista oponiéndose al cambio.
Tenemos spicy. 🌶️🔥
September 4, 2023
Dr. CEO was a fantastic book.
This story is amazing, and it's wonderfully written. I loved it from beginning to end.
Louise Bay wrote a well rounded novel, there is humour, some spicy, and heartfelt moments. The smooth pace and endearing characters make it difficult to put it down.
Kate live and work on the ground of the Crompton Estate, an enchanting historical residences. She is happy to live and enjoy this little community, until a stranger came to disrupt her routine and tranquility.
Kate and Vincent are both troubled by their childhood, but they live their adulthood in an opposite way. She likes to stay in the same place where she feels safe, while he doesn't stop in the same place for long enough to call it home.
Kate and Vincent are two smart, nice persons with a heart of gold. I adored to see their relationship growth, from strangers attracted to each other, to two people with a deep connection, who take care of each other.
I love Kate and Vincent, they won my heart and I won't forget them and their story too soon.
I definitely recommend this one.
Copy kindly provided by the Publisher/Author.
September 12, 2023
This was an okay read. It was easy to read and i enjoyed it but there was barely any depth to it. According to the blurb this was supposed to be enemies to lovers but the FMC only disliked the hero for like 2 seconds 🙄 Really disappointed about the angst I was promised but wasn’t delivered.
August 31, 2023
GAH, I love this woman’s word wizardry! Dr. CEO had such great characters and storyline that I think I may have smiled the entire time I read it! Louise Bay has a way of creating not just worlds you want to live in, but characters you absolutely want in your circle. I don’t think I’ve ever met a character I did not like that this woman has created.
This story was her signature delightful air about it but it also carries its share of emotion and #feels. She does this so well with all of her stories. She makes your heart hurt and soar all at once and it is fantastic! Kate and Vincent were a breath of fresh air and their story fit them perfectly!
GAH (again LOL), I just cannot sing this woman’s praises louder and more often!! GO DO THE THING!
This story was her signature delightful air about it but it also carries its share of emotion and #feels. She does this so well with all of her stories. She makes your heart hurt and soar all at once and it is fantastic! Kate and Vincent were a breath of fresh air and their story fit them perfectly!
GAH (again LOL), I just cannot sing this woman’s praises louder and more often!! GO DO THE THING!
August 28, 2023
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August 28, 2023
Dr. CEO is book 3 of the Doctors series by Louise Bay. It is a standalone romance, told from both POV with a happy ending.
Tropes:
✔️fish out of water
✔️one night stand that comes back to bite
✔️small town
✔️billionaire
✔️enemies to lovers
I absolutely loved this book! 😍💖 Major kudos to Louise Bay for whisking me away on a joyride through this story! 📚✨
Kate is a breath of fresh air - she's all about the show tunes, belting out melodies, and keeping it real 24/7! No holding back here! 🎤💃
Billionaire romance? Hold up, because this ain't your typical tale of controlling magnates! Dr. CEO? Total heartthrob. 😎
Kate and Vincent are downright lovable. He’s absolutely dreamy, caring, and hotter than hot! 🔥 Kate is bursting with energy and oodles of fun. Sassy remarks and witty banter? Check and check! 🗣️🤣
Bay has crafted this universe with such finesse - it's like an invitation to set up camp in this wonderful community that gave me all the cozy vibes. 🏡❤️
But of course it's not all rainbows and butterflies for Kate and Vincent. Bay flawlessly weaves in the struggles and obstacles that feel so darn real. 🌧️🌹 But watching these characters blossom through it all? Total magic! 🌟🌱
DR CEO had me grinning from ear to ear. Pure delight in every page! 🤩📖
#BookBliss #TotalMustRead
★ I received an ARC of this title from the author. The excerpts are from that copy. I am voluntarily reviewing this title.
★See all my book edits on Instagram
Tropes:
✔️fish out of water
✔️one night stand that comes back to bite
✔️small town
✔️billionaire
✔️enemies to lovers
I absolutely loved this book! 😍💖 Major kudos to Louise Bay for whisking me away on a joyride through this story! 📚✨
Kate is a breath of fresh air - she's all about the show tunes, belting out melodies, and keeping it real 24/7! No holding back here! 🎤💃
Billionaire romance? Hold up, because this ain't your typical tale of controlling magnates! Dr. CEO? Total heartthrob. 😎
Kate and Vincent are downright lovable. He’s absolutely dreamy, caring, and hotter than hot! 🔥 Kate is bursting with energy and oodles of fun. Sassy remarks and witty banter? Check and check! 🗣️🤣
Bay has crafted this universe with such finesse - it's like an invitation to set up camp in this wonderful community that gave me all the cozy vibes. 🏡❤️
But of course it's not all rainbows and butterflies for Kate and Vincent. Bay flawlessly weaves in the struggles and obstacles that feel so darn real. 🌧️🌹 But watching these characters blossom through it all? Total magic! 🌟🌱
DR CEO had me grinning from ear to ear. Pure delight in every page! 🤩📖
#BookBliss #TotalMustRead
★ I received an ARC of this title from the author. The excerpts are from that copy. I am voluntarily reviewing this title.
★See all my book edits on Instagram
September 2, 2023
Very Boring!!
This book just lagged on. Kate and Vincent were boring. Their romance lacked chemistry and there was no steam or build up. I enjoyed the other books in this series but I think this is it for me. The writer changed her style far too much.
This book just lagged on. Kate and Vincent were boring. Their romance lacked chemistry and there was no steam or build up. I enjoyed the other books in this series but I think this is it for me. The writer changed her style far too much.
August 22, 2023
Received this book as an ARC, and it was an adorable story that I loved.
Imagine you meet a hot man at the Estate you live and work on. You have an instant connection and a night of hot passionate s*x. Then come to find out, he’s the man that will be buying and renovating the Estate that’s been your safe haven since childhood. He’s pushing your limits but you still have that crazy connection that you can’t seem to forget.
Our FMC has a touch of agoraphobia due to some serious childhood trauma, and our MMC has some commitment issues due to this childhood as well.
This was such a cute story with a great HEA.
Imagine you meet a hot man at the Estate you live and work on. You have an instant connection and a night of hot passionate s*x. Then come to find out, he’s the man that will be buying and renovating the Estate that’s been your safe haven since childhood. He’s pushing your limits but you still have that crazy connection that you can’t seem to forget.
Our FMC has a touch of agoraphobia due to some serious childhood trauma, and our MMC has some commitment issues due to this childhood as well.
This was such a cute story with a great HEA.
September 15, 2023
3.75 stars ⭐️
I enjoyed this more than I thought I would! The enemies to lovers trope was nicely done here. It was a good story, well written and great characters.
✓ Billionaire
✓ One Night Stand
✓ Boss/Employee
✓ Enemies to Lovers
✓ Opposites Attract
✓ Small Town
✓ Found Family
I enjoyed this more than I thought I would! The enemies to lovers trope was nicely done here. It was a good story, well written and great characters.
✓ Billionaire
✓ One Night Stand
✓ Boss/Employee
✓ Enemies to Lovers
✓ Opposites Attract
✓ Small Town
✓ Found Family
April 14, 2025
wieso endet diese buchreihe immer damit dass die paare heiraten und kinder kriegen
August 8, 2025
ich fand das Buch an sich worum es geht der Inhalt war okay aber das enemies to lovers ding war jz nicht so gut und die protagonistin haben so unfassbar dolle genervt vor allem sie, weil auf der einen Seite kann ich Kate verstehen mit ihrer Vergangenheit und so, aber ich fand das dass ein bisschen zu übertrieben war mit dem sich nicht aus diesem Grundstück dings verlassen oder was das auch ist. Es kam für mich halt nicht so rüber wie es rüber kommen sollte und dann war es halt auch einfach kacke so. Ich fand einfach man hätte sie besser machen können und dann wäre es auch eine bessere Story und spannender so ja, war halt kacke zu lesen. Bei Seite 100 irgendwann hat es mich so genervt zu lesen, da hab ich dieses Buch als Hörbuch angehört wenn ich Zeit hatte und dabei was anderes, weil ich konnte es einfach nicht mehr lesen und damit meine Zeit verschwenden und nichts anderes dabei tun und abbrechen konnte ich es auch nicht weil ich noch dachte da kommt noch was krasses als Plottwist oder so. Ich find auch ihm so random warum kauft mal ein Anwesen um dann nicht mal da zu bleiben und hä . keine Ahnung ich habe ihn manchmal auch nicht verstanden, vor allem als er nach Arizona fliegt und sie dann da lässt digga hä . Aber ich muss sagen seine Intension daraus ein Hotel zu machen und so und mit den Sanieren fand ich gut und ja. Ich mochte aber am meisten Kates Oma weil die nicht so wie Kate immer das negative sieht und so angst vor Veränderungen hat heult und nicht mal in ein anderes Dorf das 5km weg ist von der getrennt sein kann, sondern einfach offen ist und dann auch mal die Wahrheit irgendwie sagt. Der Epilog spllte ein Happy end sein ja ich mochte es nicht weil es mich nur genervt hat.
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March 22, 2024
Doctor jefe, es un libro romántico básico, que no duda en refugiarse en un tópico para conectar con el lector. Sin complejos, su argumentación se construye sobre pilares literarios acostumbrados, que no llaman a engaño y que son efectivos a la hora de convencer. Se trata, por tanto, de una novela normalita a la que se le saca buen provecho. Una red de casualidades y una noche de pasión sin ataduras, será el punto de partida en esta historia de gran química, capaz de hacerte desconectar de preocupaciones o del mismo aburrimiento.
Sus protagonistas, gozan de un crecimiento personal muy medido, sin abruptos cambios en sus personalidades. El carácter de cada uno de ellos, puede llegar a resultar maduro, aunque si bien, no tratan de convencer en base a su evolución, sino más bien a la idea de un romance cuidado, en el que sentimientos y erotismo, se entremezclan de manera equilibrada.
Louise Bay es una autora a la que acudir, siempre y cuando, se busque que la historia de amor se aleje de complejidades que ralentizan la lectura. Su estilo siempre cercano a lo básico y acostumbrado, le ayuda a crear es grata sensación de buena elección.
La gran agilidad de su historia, hace que se trate de una novela que se lee perfectamente en un par de días e incluso en uno. Sus cuarenta y un capítulos, son cortos y directos, además se valen de una sucesión de diálogos chispeantes, tendentes a provocar sonrisas, que amenizan la lectura y hace que esta resulte liviana.
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Sus protagonistas, gozan de un crecimiento personal muy medido, sin abruptos cambios en sus personalidades. El carácter de cada uno de ellos, puede llegar a resultar maduro, aunque si bien, no tratan de convencer en base a su evolución, sino más bien a la idea de un romance cuidado, en el que sentimientos y erotismo, se entremezclan de manera equilibrada.
Louise Bay es una autora a la que acudir, siempre y cuando, se busque que la historia de amor se aleje de complejidades que ralentizan la lectura. Su estilo siempre cercano a lo básico y acostumbrado, le ayuda a crear es grata sensación de buena elección.
La gran agilidad de su historia, hace que se trate de una novela que se lee perfectamente en un par de días e incluso en uno. Sus cuarenta y un capítulos, son cortos y directos, además se valen de una sucesión de diálogos chispeantes, tendentes a provocar sonrisas, que amenizan la lectura y hace que esta resulte liviana.
Reseña completa: https://aeternamdea.blogspot.com/2024...
August 27, 2023
3,5 stars - sweet small town romance
I anticipated Vincent’s book since he was introduced in the previous books. There was something interesting about him and he didn’t leave me disappointed. I liked him as a hero; fierce, reliable, smart and sexy. The heroine I struggled with, I couldn’t connect with her when the story developed. Her character went deeper than just surface level I have to give the author that, but she just wasn’t my gal. The small town setting is one of the tropes I enjoy reading the most. The way the estate was described, made me want to visit it myself. This author has a lively way of writing and that made the setting of this place even more real. Vincent made this book for me and hope we’ll see more of him in this series. This book has less of the medical aspects, although the title says Dr. CEO. But this was to be expected, since Vincent chose another career path than the rest of his family members. The family appeared not as much as I had hoped, but this also is understandable because Vincent is “just” a cousin and not one of the siblings. It’s in line with how he appeared once a while in the other books. Small town book lovers will love this one though. It ticks all the boxes.
Safe.
I anticipated Vincent’s book since he was introduced in the previous books. There was something interesting about him and he didn’t leave me disappointed. I liked him as a hero; fierce, reliable, smart and sexy. The heroine I struggled with, I couldn’t connect with her when the story developed. Her character went deeper than just surface level I have to give the author that, but she just wasn’t my gal. The small town setting is one of the tropes I enjoy reading the most. The way the estate was described, made me want to visit it myself. This author has a lively way of writing and that made the setting of this place even more real. Vincent made this book for me and hope we’ll see more of him in this series. This book has less of the medical aspects, although the title says Dr. CEO. But this was to be expected, since Vincent chose another career path than the rest of his family members. The family appeared not as much as I had hoped, but this also is understandable because Vincent is “just” a cousin and not one of the siblings. It’s in line with how he appeared once a while in the other books. Small town book lovers will love this one though. It ticks all the boxes.
Safe.
January 1, 2026
I didn't mind this one once I stopped listening to the audio. I'm not sure what it was, but Sebastian York was not the person who should've been reading for Vincent. His voice and the way he read it did NOT do any favors for that character. Once I switched, it was so much better.
I loved Kate's personality, but it was her phobia of leaving Crompton that didn't work for me. I guess maybe that was to set up her reliance on Vincent??? I did enjoy the two of them together and they do seem to complement one another.
I loved Kate's personality, but it was her phobia of leaving Crompton that didn't work for me. I guess maybe that was to set up her reliance on Vincent??? I did enjoy the two of them together and they do seem to complement one another.
September 20, 2024
Schöne Geschichte auch wenn die Prota etwas anstrengend war.
November 28, 2023
Vincent and Kate? You are my eternal love......after Jacob. Hehehehhe. Anyways, this book was exactly the type of business man, high on guard, a little edgy, aloof and reserved when he meets the loveliest, sweetest and all rainbows and sprinkles and sunshine and strawberries, our very own beautiful Kate. Kate has a heart of gold and even I as a reader could feel it behind the screen. The woman literally emanated thousands and thousands of waves of positivity, love, positivity and friendship. It can easily be seen what Vincent fell in love with because it is easy to feel pulled towards her and having this want, this feeling and this wish to be her friend, to be a part in her life, to hold some kind of meaning within her. The whole story progressed so beautifully, the emotions, the characters, their dialogue delivery, their actions........it felt real. It felt what a real person would do and act. From the first night of passion to wanting more to suddenly hating the living guts of him to slowly feel the rekindling fire and energy between them until both could no longer resist only to find themselves being stupid enough to waste all those times when they literally could have been married with 56 kids. Carole might faint but would love it, John--- my handsome man 😂😂😂 I choose not to comment on that because there is literally no comment that can fit that mighty powerful and hilarious persona of John. Each character had this certain aura, energy and pull within them that you just can't help but falling in love with all Cove brothers, yes, including our Vincent. He is a Cove, fair and square.
Overall, a really beautiful book with the correct and beautiful display of emotions, loved the plot, the storyline, the chain of events and the final end. And yes, @louisebay, I will never forgive you for making me a heart patient in my early twenties. I mean..... this woman gives the POPCORN at the end and without the drink, she runs away. Imagine. But imma still say I love ya. Lmao. Desperately waiting for more Cove series. 👀
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Sensation washes over me and it’s difficult to place. Desire, yes. Lust, yes. But also a core-deep sense of this being right where I’m meant to be. It feels ten times more satisfying than good.
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“For you?” “Always.”
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“You’re… incredible.”
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“You’ve been occupying far too much of my brain.”
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“I’m greedy for you, Kate. I’m not sure I’ve ever been greedy for anything in my life before.”
“I’m here,”
“Then here is the only place I want to be.”
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“Worth it to watch you smile like this.”
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“Because I never want to be without you. I’ve never felt like this.”
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“When you’re near, it feels like I’m home.”
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Since her, there’s been no one else. There will never be again.
Overall, a really beautiful book with the correct and beautiful display of emotions, loved the plot, the storyline, the chain of events and the final end. And yes, @louisebay, I will never forgive you for making me a heart patient in my early twenties. I mean..... this woman gives the POPCORN at the end and without the drink, she runs away. Imagine. But imma still say I love ya. Lmao. Desperately waiting for more Cove series. 👀
--------🖤💞🖤💞🖤
Sensation washes over me and it’s difficult to place. Desire, yes. Lust, yes. But also a core-deep sense of this being right where I’m meant to be. It feels ten times more satisfying than good.
---
“For you?” “Always.”
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“You’re… incredible.”
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“You’ve been occupying far too much of my brain.”
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“I’m greedy for you, Kate. I’m not sure I’ve ever been greedy for anything in my life before.”
“I’m here,”
“Then here is the only place I want to be.”
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“Worth it to watch you smile like this.”
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“Because I never want to be without you. I’ve never felt like this.”
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“When you’re near, it feels like I’m home.”
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Since her, there’s been no one else. There will never be again.
March 27, 2024
El prota no es doctor, pero si seguís la serie ya lo sabréis. Es un chico multimillonario que compra una finca en la campiña inglesa. La prota, Kate, vive y trabaja dentro de la finca. Él quiere convertirlo en un complejo hotelero, y ella no perder el único lugar en el mundo donde se siente segura. Es todo muy “peli de sábado por la tarde”. Fácil de leer, no demasiado sexo (aunque la portada parezca otra cosa), es un libro bastante sentimental y de superación personal. Quizás se toquen algunos temas muy por la superficie, por eso porque es muy ligerito y entretenido. En general esta serie de la autora la recomiendo, y este lo puedes leer independiente si quieres.
October 16, 2023
love this one!
This has been an enjoyable series, Vincent might just be my favourite. He deserved to be loved and it was a surprise that Kate took the lead most of the time. Both had their life issues to work through, but it worked out in the end as it usually does. I love the inclusion of the grandparents/parents especially John, he always tells it how it is and it makes me laugh. I was excited to get to Vincents story and it did not disappoint.
This has been an enjoyable series, Vincent might just be my favourite. He deserved to be loved and it was a surprise that Kate took the lead most of the time. Both had their life issues to work through, but it worked out in the end as it usually does. I love the inclusion of the grandparents/parents especially John, he always tells it how it is and it makes me laugh. I was excited to get to Vincents story and it did not disappoint.
November 5, 2023
2.25 stars
Nothing particularly attractive about this specific book in this series, seemed like copy-paste of previous ones. Couldn't really connect to the characters, and the romance part seemed very rushed with no build-up.
In other words? Meh.
Nothing particularly attractive about this specific book in this series, seemed like copy-paste of previous ones. Couldn't really connect to the characters, and the romance part seemed very rushed with no build-up.
In other words? Meh.
December 26, 2025
I keep trying with this series... but it isn't holding my interest.
September 27, 2023
4 stars
August 13, 2024
Der 3. Teil hat mir besser gefallen als der 2. 😊
Ich freu mich schon auf Teil 4 🥰
Die Cove Familie muss man einfach lieb haben 😍
Ich freu mich schon auf Teil 4 🥰
Die Cove Familie muss man einfach lieb haben 😍
September 2, 2023
First one I've dnf, I give everything a chance I'm not looking for peak classics most of time I like to think I'm easy to please. Now the plot was ok everything was ok the whole CEO coming estate for business vibe with cafe waitress vibe was good but the writing and every dialogue character speak was unbearable and Lord the last resort was spice which was disappointing too
September 7, 2023
Very vanilla and not too exciting. Btw, this is BARELY enemies to lover.
FMC began to bother me when she started working for MMC with absolutely no job training. How is she hiring someone?? Who let this happen?? She’s also defs got some agoraphobia. Listen to your granny and go to therapy.
Oh, and he’s not even a doctor??? He dropped out of med school, that does not make you a doctor.
FMC began to bother me when she started working for MMC with absolutely no job training. How is she hiring someone?? Who let this happen?? She’s also defs got some agoraphobia. Listen to your granny and go to therapy.
Oh, and he’s not even a doctor??? He dropped out of med school, that does not make you a doctor.
April 28, 2024
Na het lezen van de eerste twee delen van deze heerlijke romanceserie kan natuurlijk deel drie niet achterblijven. Ik heb dan ook hoge verwachtingen van het derde deel. Inmiddels kan ik zeggen dat ik fan ben van Louise Bay, haar levendige schrijfstijl en mooie verhalen weten me keer op keer te pakken. Hopelijk gaat dat ook met dit verhaal het geval zijn.
Kate woont en leeft al jaren op het landgoed Crompton Estate op het Britse platteland. Ze leidt een zalig en voorspelbaar leven. Ze werkt in de pub en de tearoom op het landgoed en woont op het landgoed in een statig huisje naast haar oma. Ze heeft fijne collega's die eveneens haar vrienden zijn. Haar leven staat op zijn kop als een Amerikaan met een zak geld op het landgoed verschijnt. Deze Amerikaan, Vincent Cove, koopt Crompton Estate en wil er een luxehotel van maken. Kate ziet deze verandering als iets wat haar complete leven op zijn kop zet. Ze ziet dit dan ook totaal niet zitten en komt samen met haar collega's in het verweer. Maar al snel is niemand het nog met haar eens als Vincent het landgoed en hen allemaal een nieuwe toekomst kans biedt. Kate raakt in paniek.. Waar ze echter nog het meest bang voor is, is dat Vincent erg aantrekkelijk is en haar hoofd op hol brengt.
We volgen in het derde deel het prachtige, mooie en ontroerende verhaal van Vincent en Kate. Louise Bay weet met haar vlotte, levendige en luchtige schrijfstijl weer een prachtige, mooie en betoverende romance neer te zetten waarbij je als lezer weer helemaal bij kan wegdromen.
Louise Bay weet zowel Kate als Vincent op krachtige wijze met veel gevoel, emotie en finesse neer te zetten. Zonder moeite kan ik hierdoor met beide personages mee gaan in hun beleving en het mooie verhaal. Naast de mooie personages vind ik het ook ditmaal erg krachtig dat Louise Bay beide personages een achtergrond en daarmee diepgang heeft gegeven. Vincent koestert door zijn verleden aan bindingsangst en Kate gaat door de gebeurtenissen in haar jeugd gebukt met pleinvrees. Doordat we het verhaal vanuit beide perspectieven lezen, geeft het verhaal ook een heerlijke knetterende spanning tussen de personages.
Het verhaal heeft een mooie en leuke verhaallijn. Het verhaal kent een mooie opbloeiende romance tussen Kate en Vincent, de band van Kate en haar oma en natuurlijk niet te vergeten de koop van het landgoed Crompton Estate dat verbouwd wordt naar een luxehotel. Door deze verschillende wendingen, lijnen en gebeurtenissen is het een vol en rijk verhaal dat je geen moment verveelt. Het is heerlijk luchtig geschreven en ook de pleinvrees van Kate en de bindingsangst van Vincent wordt luchtig beschreven. Wel moet ik zeggen dat ik wat sceptisch was hoe gemakkelijk en snel Kate dit wist te overwinnen, maar toch deed het geen afbreuk aan het totale romantische en mooie verhaal.
Dr. CEO is een leuk, mooi en heerlijk derde deel van de dokter serie van Louise Bay. De verhalen kunnen losstaand gelezen worden, aangezien iedere keer twee nieuwe hoofdpersonages centraal staan. Wel geeft de serie aan personages overlap. Louise Bay heeft een levendige, vlotte en luchtige schrijfstijl en ook dit is weer een verhaal om bij weg te dromen. Een heerlijke romance!
Kate woont en leeft al jaren op het landgoed Crompton Estate op het Britse platteland. Ze leidt een zalig en voorspelbaar leven. Ze werkt in de pub en de tearoom op het landgoed en woont op het landgoed in een statig huisje naast haar oma. Ze heeft fijne collega's die eveneens haar vrienden zijn. Haar leven staat op zijn kop als een Amerikaan met een zak geld op het landgoed verschijnt. Deze Amerikaan, Vincent Cove, koopt Crompton Estate en wil er een luxehotel van maken. Kate ziet deze verandering als iets wat haar complete leven op zijn kop zet. Ze ziet dit dan ook totaal niet zitten en komt samen met haar collega's in het verweer. Maar al snel is niemand het nog met haar eens als Vincent het landgoed en hen allemaal een nieuwe toekomst kans biedt. Kate raakt in paniek.. Waar ze echter nog het meest bang voor is, is dat Vincent erg aantrekkelijk is en haar hoofd op hol brengt.
We volgen in het derde deel het prachtige, mooie en ontroerende verhaal van Vincent en Kate. Louise Bay weet met haar vlotte, levendige en luchtige schrijfstijl weer een prachtige, mooie en betoverende romance neer te zetten waarbij je als lezer weer helemaal bij kan wegdromen.
Louise Bay weet zowel Kate als Vincent op krachtige wijze met veel gevoel, emotie en finesse neer te zetten. Zonder moeite kan ik hierdoor met beide personages mee gaan in hun beleving en het mooie verhaal. Naast de mooie personages vind ik het ook ditmaal erg krachtig dat Louise Bay beide personages een achtergrond en daarmee diepgang heeft gegeven. Vincent koestert door zijn verleden aan bindingsangst en Kate gaat door de gebeurtenissen in haar jeugd gebukt met pleinvrees. Doordat we het verhaal vanuit beide perspectieven lezen, geeft het verhaal ook een heerlijke knetterende spanning tussen de personages.
Het verhaal heeft een mooie en leuke verhaallijn. Het verhaal kent een mooie opbloeiende romance tussen Kate en Vincent, de band van Kate en haar oma en natuurlijk niet te vergeten de koop van het landgoed Crompton Estate dat verbouwd wordt naar een luxehotel. Door deze verschillende wendingen, lijnen en gebeurtenissen is het een vol en rijk verhaal dat je geen moment verveelt. Het is heerlijk luchtig geschreven en ook de pleinvrees van Kate en de bindingsangst van Vincent wordt luchtig beschreven. Wel moet ik zeggen dat ik wat sceptisch was hoe gemakkelijk en snel Kate dit wist te overwinnen, maar toch deed het geen afbreuk aan het totale romantische en mooie verhaal.
Dr. CEO is een leuk, mooi en heerlijk derde deel van de dokter serie van Louise Bay. De verhalen kunnen losstaand gelezen worden, aangezien iedere keer twee nieuwe hoofdpersonages centraal staan. Wel geeft de serie aan personages overlap. Louise Bay heeft een levendige, vlotte en luchtige schrijfstijl en ook dit is weer een verhaal om bij weg te dromen. Een heerlijke romance!
August 31, 2023
⭐ 4.5
Without a doubt, this is the book I liked the most in this series!!!
The main characters? Kate and Vincent are exceptional, Kate is a ray of sunshine who just wants to protect her home and Vincent is all business but has this softer side for her. Friends, here I love romances where there is little drama, where the main characters are one for each other and reading this book felt so good to me, Vincent is not grumpy but he has a past that doesn't let him stay in one place until he meets Kate and here I tell you that I really liked his personality and that I understood a lot while reading your story.
This book reads itself, the plot is very good and I loved seeing the main characters from the previous books! Now Beau's book is coming out in November and I can't wait to read it!
Thanks to Louise Bay and Wildfire Marketing Solutions for the e-arc in exchange for my honest review 📚!!
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Sin dudas este es el libro de Louise Bay que más me ha gustado.
¿Los protagonistas? Kate y Vincent son excepcionales, Kate siendo todo un rayo de sol que solo quiere proteger su hogar y Vincent siendo todo negocios pero teniendo ese lado suave por ella, gente aquí amamos los romances donde el drama es poco, donde los protagonistas son el uno para el otro y leer este libro se sintió tan bien para mi, Vincent no es gruñón pero tiene un pasado con el que no lo deja quedarse en un solo lugar hasta que conoce a Kate y aquí les digo que me gusto muchísimo su personalidad, y la entendí muchísimo mientras leía su historia.
Este libro se lee solo,la trama es muy buena y ver a los protagonistas de los libros anteriores me encanto! Ahora, el libro de Beau sale en noviembre y no puedo esperar a leerlo!!!
Without a doubt, this is the book I liked the most in this series!!!
The main characters? Kate and Vincent are exceptional, Kate is a ray of sunshine who just wants to protect her home and Vincent is all business but has this softer side for her. Friends, here I love romances where there is little drama, where the main characters are one for each other and reading this book felt so good to me, Vincent is not grumpy but he has a past that doesn't let him stay in one place until he meets Kate and here I tell you that I really liked his personality and that I understood a lot while reading your story.
This book reads itself, the plot is very good and I loved seeing the main characters from the previous books! Now Beau's book is coming out in November and I can't wait to read it!
Thanks to Louise Bay and Wildfire Marketing Solutions for the e-arc in exchange for my honest review 📚!!
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Sin dudas este es el libro de Louise Bay que más me ha gustado.
¿Los protagonistas? Kate y Vincent son excepcionales, Kate siendo todo un rayo de sol que solo quiere proteger su hogar y Vincent siendo todo negocios pero teniendo ese lado suave por ella, gente aquí amamos los romances donde el drama es poco, donde los protagonistas son el uno para el otro y leer este libro se sintió tan bien para mi, Vincent no es gruñón pero tiene un pasado con el que no lo deja quedarse en un solo lugar hasta que conoce a Kate y aquí les digo que me gusto muchísimo su personalidad, y la entendí muchísimo mientras leía su historia.
Este libro se lee solo,la trama es muy buena y ver a los protagonistas de los libros anteriores me encanto! Ahora, el libro de Beau sale en noviembre y no puedo esperar a leerlo!!!
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