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The Single Dads of Seattle #2
Adam (Dancing with the Single Dad)
DISCREET COVER EDITION - Dancing with the Single Dad, Book 2, The Single Dads of Seattle
Hanging up your dancing shoes isn't so easy when you can't let go of your former dance partner.
Welcome to Seattle, the Emerald City and home to The Single Dads of Seattle. Ten sexy single fathers who play poker every Saturday night, have each other's backs, love their children without quarter, and hope to one day find love again. This is Adam's story ...
Single Dad of Seattle, Adam Eastwood, knows that dance school is just the thing for his precocious daughter, Mira. She already spends most days twirling around the house in a tutu and tiara, why not pay a professional to teach her how to do it properly? Only Adam didn't account for that professional to be the Violet Benson from a very famous New York ballet company. Not only is Violet a natural beauty who floats more than she dances, but she's the kind of woman Adam's been searching for all his life.
Grieving the loss of her dance partner and boyfriend, Violet is done with performing on stage. How can she go on when the love of her life is no longer there to catch her? Deciding a change is best, she moves back home to Seattle, determined to fulfill their dream of opening up a dance school. It's not until she's asked to dance for Art in the Park that she realizes maybe she's not quite ready to hang up her dance shoes. Would it be wrong to take the stage one last time? It must be wrong to feel what she feels when she's dancing with Mira's handsome father. Adam's wounds are still fresh from his divorce, and Violet's dealing with a loss of her own, but somehow they keep winding up in each other's arms with neither of them willing to let go. But it's never easy to conquer the past.
Will Violet let fear and grief keep her from her dreams? Or will Adam convince her that the show must go on and that dancing with the single dad might just be the way for her to find her happily ever after?
** This book can be read as a standalone. It includes lots of steamy scenes, cursing, and of course as with all my books, this has an HEA and no cliffhanger or cheating. If you like single dads who take charge, this book is for you.
Hanging up your dancing shoes isn't so easy when you can't let go of your former dance partner.
Welcome to Seattle, the Emerald City and home to The Single Dads of Seattle. Ten sexy single fathers who play poker every Saturday night, have each other's backs, love their children without quarter, and hope to one day find love again. This is Adam's story ...
Single Dad of Seattle, Adam Eastwood, knows that dance school is just the thing for his precocious daughter, Mira. She already spends most days twirling around the house in a tutu and tiara, why not pay a professional to teach her how to do it properly? Only Adam didn't account for that professional to be the Violet Benson from a very famous New York ballet company. Not only is Violet a natural beauty who floats more than she dances, but she's the kind of woman Adam's been searching for all his life.
Grieving the loss of her dance partner and boyfriend, Violet is done with performing on stage. How can she go on when the love of her life is no longer there to catch her? Deciding a change is best, she moves back home to Seattle, determined to fulfill their dream of opening up a dance school. It's not until she's asked to dance for Art in the Park that she realizes maybe she's not quite ready to hang up her dance shoes. Would it be wrong to take the stage one last time? It must be wrong to feel what she feels when she's dancing with Mira's handsome father. Adam's wounds are still fresh from his divorce, and Violet's dealing with a loss of her own, but somehow they keep winding up in each other's arms with neither of them willing to let go. But it's never easy to conquer the past.
Will Violet let fear and grief keep her from her dreams? Or will Adam convince her that the show must go on and that dancing with the single dad might just be the way for her to find her happily ever after?
** This book can be read as a standalone. It includes lots of steamy scenes, cursing, and of course as with all my books, this has an HEA and no cliffhanger or cheating. If you like single dads who take charge, this book is for you.
244 pages, Paperback
First published June 21, 2019
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Whitley Cox
158 books979 followersA Canadian West Coast baby born and raised, Whitley is married to her high school sweetheart and together they have two beautiful daughters and a fluffy dog. She spends her days making food that gets thrown on the floor, vacuuming Cheerios out from under the couch and making sure that the dog food doesn't end up in the air conditioner. But when the kids are at school and it's not quite wine o'clock, Whitley sits down, avoids the pile of laundry on the couch, and writes.
A lover of all things decadent; wine, cheese, chocolate and spicy erotic romance, Whitley brings the humorous side of sex, the ridiculous side of relationships and the suspense of everyday life into her stories. With single dads, firefighters, Navy SEALs, mommy wars, body issues, threesomes, bondage and role-playing, Whitley’s books have all the funny and fabulously filthy words you could hope for.
For all foreign translation rights and audiobook rights inquiries please contact literary agent Ena Burnette with SBR Media: ena@sbrmedia.com
A lover of all things decadent; wine, cheese, chocolate and spicy erotic romance, Whitley brings the humorous side of sex, the ridiculous side of relationships and the suspense of everyday life into her stories. With single dads, firefighters, Navy SEALs, mommy wars, body issues, threesomes, bondage and role-playing, Whitley’s books have all the funny and fabulously filthy words you could hope for.
For all foreign translation rights and audiobook rights inquiries please contact literary agent Ena Burnette with SBR Media: ena@sbrmedia.com
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July 20, 2021
Inhalt: „Saved by the Single Dads: Mitch“ ist der dritte Band der „Single Dads of Seattle“. Geschrieben wurde die Liebesgeschichte von Whitley Cox geschrieben und am 01.05.2021 beim Aufabu Verlag veröffentlicht.
MAN KANN DIESEN BAND UNABHÄNGIG VON DEN ANDEREN BÜCHERN LESEN.
Nachdem seine Frau gestorben ist, kämpft Mitch sich für seine Tochter Jayda durchs Leben. Als er bei der Tanzveranstaltung seiner Schwester, als Fotograf dabei ist, begeistert ihn eine Tänzerin besonders. Page lässt beim Tanzen ihre Gefühle raus. Auch sie hat eine schmerzliche Vergangenheit und der Verlust verbindet sie. Mitch ist sofort von ihr gefesselt. Er versucht hinter die Mauern der Exfrau einer seiner Freunde vom Single Dads of Seattles Club, zu schauen. Ihre beiden Leben stehen vor Veränderung. Wird es ihm trotzdem gelingen?
Meinung: Ich finde das Cover strahlt eine schöne und vor allem süße Liebesromanze mit Familiengeschichte aus. Nachdem ich das Buch gelesen habe, muss ich aber sagen, dass das Cover und die Inhaltsangabe nicht wirklich dazu passen. Ja, es geht um Verlust, Trauer, Schmerz und die Familie, aber ab circa der Hälfte ist es eigentlich nur noch eine Erotik(liebes)geschichte. Meinen Geschmack hat es nicht getroffen. Die Szenen werden sehr ausführlich geschrieben. Die Autorin baut ziemlich viele Metaphern ein und beschreibt vieles bildlich. Nicht nur in den Sexszenen, aber dort stört es mich nicht so sehr, wie wenn ich bei einer Sexszene lesen muss, dass er „mit der Kraft eines Staubsaugers“ sie verwöhnt. Prinzipiell mag ich es, wenn Bücher insgesamt bildlich beschrieben werden und man sich alles gut vorstellen kann, aber hier war es einfach zu viel. Der Schreibstil an sich war flüssig zu lesen. Übersetzt wurde die Geschichte von Ralf Schmitz. Erzählt wird die Geschichte aus der auktorialen Sicht von Page und Mitch. Man muss die ersten beiden Bände nicht gelesen haben, um dieses Buch lesen zu können. Es könnten nur ein zwei kleine Spoiler kommen. Immerhin ist Page die Exfrau von Adam und um ihn und Mitchs Schwester Violet geht es in Band zwei. Vielleicht bekommt man da nochmal einen anderen Eindruck von Page und Mitch. Hier waren die beiden mir definitiv zu rund. Mir haben die Ecken und Kanten gefehlt. Zwar hatte Page am Anfang ein paar Mauern, aber mir persönlich wurden sie zu schnell und einfach eingerissen. Ab und zu hat mich ihr Schicksal berührt, aber mir hat da einfach die Tiefe gefehlt. Der Ansatz war auf jeden Fall da. Zu Mitch kann ich jetzt nicht besonders viel sagen. Er war mir zu perfekt. Das Einzige, was ein Tick von ihm ist, finde ich teilweise als übergriffig. Er hat immer seine Kamera dabei. Was mich daran gestört hat war, dass Page sich am Anfang damit sichtlich unwohl fühlt, aber er trotzdem immer wieder Fotos von ihr macht. Ich fand es unpassend, auch wenn er es nicht böse meint. Andere würden vielleicht sagen, dass sie es schön finden, dass er ihre Schönheit festhalten möchte und er ihr mit den Fotos beweisen will, dass sie schön ist und ihr mehr Selbstbewusstsein geben möchte.
Fazit: Mich persönlich hat das Buch enttäuscht. Ich hatte ganz andere Erwartungen. Statt einer Familiengeschichte mit Tiefe habe ich größtenteils eine Erotikgeschichte bekommen. Wer gerne eine Erotikgeschichte mit einer seichten Familiengeschichte möchte, ist hiermit gut beraten.
MAN KANN DIESEN BAND UNABHÄNGIG VON DEN ANDEREN BÜCHERN LESEN.
Nachdem seine Frau gestorben ist, kämpft Mitch sich für seine Tochter Jayda durchs Leben. Als er bei der Tanzveranstaltung seiner Schwester, als Fotograf dabei ist, begeistert ihn eine Tänzerin besonders. Page lässt beim Tanzen ihre Gefühle raus. Auch sie hat eine schmerzliche Vergangenheit und der Verlust verbindet sie. Mitch ist sofort von ihr gefesselt. Er versucht hinter die Mauern der Exfrau einer seiner Freunde vom Single Dads of Seattles Club, zu schauen. Ihre beiden Leben stehen vor Veränderung. Wird es ihm trotzdem gelingen?
Meinung: Ich finde das Cover strahlt eine schöne und vor allem süße Liebesromanze mit Familiengeschichte aus. Nachdem ich das Buch gelesen habe, muss ich aber sagen, dass das Cover und die Inhaltsangabe nicht wirklich dazu passen. Ja, es geht um Verlust, Trauer, Schmerz und die Familie, aber ab circa der Hälfte ist es eigentlich nur noch eine Erotik(liebes)geschichte. Meinen Geschmack hat es nicht getroffen. Die Szenen werden sehr ausführlich geschrieben. Die Autorin baut ziemlich viele Metaphern ein und beschreibt vieles bildlich. Nicht nur in den Sexszenen, aber dort stört es mich nicht so sehr, wie wenn ich bei einer Sexszene lesen muss, dass er „mit der Kraft eines Staubsaugers“ sie verwöhnt. Prinzipiell mag ich es, wenn Bücher insgesamt bildlich beschrieben werden und man sich alles gut vorstellen kann, aber hier war es einfach zu viel. Der Schreibstil an sich war flüssig zu lesen. Übersetzt wurde die Geschichte von Ralf Schmitz. Erzählt wird die Geschichte aus der auktorialen Sicht von Page und Mitch. Man muss die ersten beiden Bände nicht gelesen haben, um dieses Buch lesen zu können. Es könnten nur ein zwei kleine Spoiler kommen. Immerhin ist Page die Exfrau von Adam und um ihn und Mitchs Schwester Violet geht es in Band zwei. Vielleicht bekommt man da nochmal einen anderen Eindruck von Page und Mitch. Hier waren die beiden mir definitiv zu rund. Mir haben die Ecken und Kanten gefehlt. Zwar hatte Page am Anfang ein paar Mauern, aber mir persönlich wurden sie zu schnell und einfach eingerissen. Ab und zu hat mich ihr Schicksal berührt, aber mir hat da einfach die Tiefe gefehlt. Der Ansatz war auf jeden Fall da. Zu Mitch kann ich jetzt nicht besonders viel sagen. Er war mir zu perfekt. Das Einzige, was ein Tick von ihm ist, finde ich teilweise als übergriffig. Er hat immer seine Kamera dabei. Was mich daran gestört hat war, dass Page sich am Anfang damit sichtlich unwohl fühlt, aber er trotzdem immer wieder Fotos von ihr macht. Ich fand es unpassend, auch wenn er es nicht böse meint. Andere würden vielleicht sagen, dass sie es schön finden, dass er ihre Schönheit festhalten möchte und er ihr mit den Fotos beweisen will, dass sie schön ist und ihr mehr Selbstbewusstsein geben möchte.
Fazit: Mich persönlich hat das Buch enttäuscht. Ich hatte ganz andere Erwartungen. Statt einer Familiengeschichte mit Tiefe habe ich größtenteils eine Erotikgeschichte bekommen. Wer gerne eine Erotikgeschichte mit einer seichten Familiengeschichte möchte, ist hiermit gut beraten.
July 1, 2019
5 star review of Dancing With the Single Dad (The Single Dads of Seattle #2) by Whitley Cox
Having read the first book in the series by relatively new to me author Whitley Cox I couldn’t wait to read this book. I love single parent books and this has fast become one of my go to genres.
This is Adam Eastwood and Violet Benson’s story. Adam was left reeling when his ex wife Paige divorced him, after all the losses they have suffered, he had hoped that things were improving. Their daughter Mira is a little dancer in the making. When she wants to sign up for dance class, Adam agrees, he loves dancing and he is thrilled that she wants to do lessons.
Violet was a famous dancer in NYC and after the tragic death of her partner, both on and off the stage has returned home to help her brother raise her niece. Starting the dance studio was their dream and she is determined to bring the dream to life.
Having closed herself off from life she has no plans to fall in love whilst Adam is immediately smitten with the dance teacher.
However neither Adam or Violet can ignore the connection and feelings that smoulder between them.
Can Adam convince Violet to take a leap of faith? Will the past threaten their future? Can their shared love of dance bring together two lost and lonely souls?
This was at times an emotional roller coaster of a read. It will make you laugh, it will make you cry, it will make you swoon and I think you will be hard pressed not to fall in love with all of the characters.
I loved that we see the other members of the club. The camaraderie and friendships amongst the men is awesome. Their banter had me laughing so much at times as did the antics of Mira and the other children.
Dancing With the Single Dad is not only a story about overcoming loss, of working through ones grief, it is a story of friendship, of taking a leap of faith and taking a chance on love.
Whitley Cox has written a strong story with characters that are easy to relate to, caring and loving. I was riveted to this story from the first to the last chapter and I cannot wait to read the next book which is all about Violet’s brother.
Having read the first book in the series by relatively new to me author Whitley Cox I couldn’t wait to read this book. I love single parent books and this has fast become one of my go to genres.
This is Adam Eastwood and Violet Benson’s story. Adam was left reeling when his ex wife Paige divorced him, after all the losses they have suffered, he had hoped that things were improving. Their daughter Mira is a little dancer in the making. When she wants to sign up for dance class, Adam agrees, he loves dancing and he is thrilled that she wants to do lessons.
Violet was a famous dancer in NYC and after the tragic death of her partner, both on and off the stage has returned home to help her brother raise her niece. Starting the dance studio was their dream and she is determined to bring the dream to life.
Having closed herself off from life she has no plans to fall in love whilst Adam is immediately smitten with the dance teacher.
However neither Adam or Violet can ignore the connection and feelings that smoulder between them.
Can Adam convince Violet to take a leap of faith? Will the past threaten their future? Can their shared love of dance bring together two lost and lonely souls?
This was at times an emotional roller coaster of a read. It will make you laugh, it will make you cry, it will make you swoon and I think you will be hard pressed not to fall in love with all of the characters.
I loved that we see the other members of the club. The camaraderie and friendships amongst the men is awesome. Their banter had me laughing so much at times as did the antics of Mira and the other children.
Dancing With the Single Dad is not only a story about overcoming loss, of working through ones grief, it is a story of friendship, of taking a leap of faith and taking a chance on love.
Whitley Cox has written a strong story with characters that are easy to relate to, caring and loving. I was riveted to this story from the first to the last chapter and I cannot wait to read the next book which is all about Violet’s brother.
May 17, 2021
Stars: 3
Length: Full Length
POV: Dual
Series: The Single Dads of Seattle #2 (Stand alone but connected)
Ending: HEA
Re-read? No
So after reading the second book in this series I've decided not to continue with it at this time. I enjoy a single dad story but I think this author doesn't put them together the way that I like them. All the books in this series are really highly rated and there is nothing wrong with them. They are well written and well plotted. I can see why some people would enjoy them.
However, for me, the past relationships are way too present in the stories. Either the ex is still around or they are still in love with them. It's just too much for me. I want an ex that was horrible, dead, or they hated. That's just me. I don't need to hear about how good they are at co-parenting and that they will always love each other because they have a child. It just takes something away from the romance for me. I know that's not how real life works but if I wanted real life I wouldn't be reading a romance novel.
It was a slow burn and I just didn't feel any great payoff. I think it's pretty clear that a book hasn't struck a chord with me when it's a full length novel and I don't have one single highlight. I'm a highlight junkie! For myself not to have a single one is a very rare occurrence. So, I'll be putting this series away for now. I'm not sure if I'll ever pick it back up to be honest.
Length: Full Length
POV: Dual
Series: The Single Dads of Seattle #2 (Stand alone but connected)
Ending: HEA
Re-read? No
So after reading the second book in this series I've decided not to continue with it at this time. I enjoy a single dad story but I think this author doesn't put them together the way that I like them. All the books in this series are really highly rated and there is nothing wrong with them. They are well written and well plotted. I can see why some people would enjoy them.
However, for me, the past relationships are way too present in the stories. Either the ex is still around or they are still in love with them. It's just too much for me. I want an ex that was horrible, dead, or they hated. That's just me. I don't need to hear about how good they are at co-parenting and that they will always love each other because they have a child. It just takes something away from the romance for me. I know that's not how real life works but if I wanted real life I wouldn't be reading a romance novel.
It was a slow burn and I just didn't feel any great payoff. I think it's pretty clear that a book hasn't struck a chord with me when it's a full length novel and I don't have one single highlight. I'm a highlight junkie! For myself not to have a single one is a very rare occurrence. So, I'll be putting this series away for now. I'm not sure if I'll ever pick it back up to be honest.
July 5, 2019
As sweet as it is sexy, Dancing with the Single Dad is a solid read, if not a bit jarring as it shifts in tone from one scene to another. The story follows Violet, a former dancer turned dance instructor, and Adam, a single dad whose daughter is taking lessons from Violet. The two are immediately attracted to each other, which they find curious because neither one has felt attracted to anyone since the end of their respective relationships (Violet’s partner passed away, and Adam is recently divorced). As they begin spending time together through these dance classes, Violet and Adam find themselves opening up and the sparks between them igniting.
At times, this book is super sweet, a story of two people finding love again after loss. There are some touching scenes and deep emotions. On the other hand, it’s also pretty steamy and the focus is really on their physical relationship. It was a little jarring to go from such deep emotional conversations to some intense sex scenes (Adam definitely shows his alpha side here). It’s all well done, but I had trouble reconciling a book that features a teacher/student fantasy scene with the same book that spends so much time discussing healing from loss. Overall, it’s a good book that held my interest but didn’t grab it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
At times, this book is super sweet, a story of two people finding love again after loss. There are some touching scenes and deep emotions. On the other hand, it’s also pretty steamy and the focus is really on their physical relationship. It was a little jarring to go from such deep emotional conversations to some intense sex scenes (Adam definitely shows his alpha side here). It’s all well done, but I had trouble reconciling a book that features a teacher/student fantasy scene with the same book that spends so much time discussing healing from loss. Overall, it’s a good book that held my interest but didn’t grab it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 26, 2024
I enjoy single dad romances. This was not one I enjoyed. I didn't feel much of a connection between Violet and Adam. I thought the whole situation with Giselle was weird. What purpose did it serve?
The single dads club (poker buddies) was a nice concept. I appreciated the camaraderie and the dad's being able to discuss parenting issues without being judged.
I listened to the audiobook. The narration was ok. I don't think it added much to the book. I did think this book was kind of boring.
The whole situation with "I never want you to dance with another man" was kind of silly. I liked that the book had an epilogue. I thought at some point Giselle's behavior would have been addressed by the authorities, but it never was by anyone.
I'm a little hesitant to read the next book. I probably will because I hate to judge an entire series by one book.
The single dads club (poker buddies) was a nice concept. I appreciated the camaraderie and the dad's being able to discuss parenting issues without being judged.
I listened to the audiobook. The narration was ok. I don't think it added much to the book. I did think this book was kind of boring.
The whole situation with "I never want you to dance with another man" was kind of silly. I liked that the book had an epilogue. I thought at some point Giselle's behavior would have been addressed by the authorities, but it never was by anyone.
I'm a little hesitant to read the next book. I probably will because I hate to judge an entire series by one book.
March 6, 2020
Adam Eastwood is a divorced single father who meets Violet Benson when he takes his young daughter, Mira, to her dance classes. Both are drawn to the other but Adam struggles with his divorce and the fact he never wanted it while Violet struggle with the lose of the late partner and lover who died.
Slowly the two cant fight the pull and when their is an opportunity to dance again and Adam all to eager to be her partner she slowly starts to find her old self till people start to question her past love for her past partner and ricks any chance of being happy in the now.
I am really liking the stories and the characters that Ms Cox is creating. Having thoroughly enjoyed books 1 & 2 in this series!
Slowly the two cant fight the pull and when their is an opportunity to dance again and Adam all to eager to be her partner she slowly starts to find her old self till people start to question her past love for her past partner and ricks any chance of being happy in the now.
I am really liking the stories and the characters that Ms Cox is creating. Having thoroughly enjoyed books 1 & 2 in this series!
July 7, 2019
4 stars
Dancing with the Single Dad is my first foray into the world of Whitley Cox. With sexy single dads who love their little ones to distraction but also have a lot of love to give to that special woman, I doubt it'll be my last.
Violet is still reeling from the sudden loss of her boyfriend from cancer but has just realized their shared dream of opening a dance studio. Every day she longs to dance with him again and his memory is everywhere but she knows she needs to move on. When she finds herself attraced to the sexy single dad of one of her dance students, she struggles with the guilt of leaving her life with Jean-Phillipe.
After the losses Adam and his wife endured, they just couldn't find their way back to each other and he found himself divorced. He adores his prococious daughter but is still finding his way after becoming a single dad. Enrolling her in dance classes was supposed to be just for her but when Adam finds himself instantly attracted to the gorgeous dance instructor, he realizes it's ok to have a little something for himself too.
Beautiful story of loss and redemption, love and laughter, heart breaking but tender and sexy at the same time. Great read!
AnnMarie - Alphas Do It Better Book Blog
Dancing with the Single Dad is my first foray into the world of Whitley Cox. With sexy single dads who love their little ones to distraction but also have a lot of love to give to that special woman, I doubt it'll be my last.
Violet is still reeling from the sudden loss of her boyfriend from cancer but has just realized their shared dream of opening a dance studio. Every day she longs to dance with him again and his memory is everywhere but she knows she needs to move on. When she finds herself attraced to the sexy single dad of one of her dance students, she struggles with the guilt of leaving her life with Jean-Phillipe.
After the losses Adam and his wife endured, they just couldn't find their way back to each other and he found himself divorced. He adores his prococious daughter but is still finding his way after becoming a single dad. Enrolling her in dance classes was supposed to be just for her but when Adam finds himself instantly attracted to the gorgeous dance instructor, he realizes it's ok to have a little something for himself too.
Beautiful story of loss and redemption, love and laughter, heart breaking but tender and sexy at the same time. Great read!
AnnMarie - Alphas Do It Better Book Blog
May 10, 2021
Wow. Ein wunderschönes Buch. Das Cover gefällt mir super und passt für mich perfekt zum Buch. In der Geschichte geht es um Violet und Adam. Beide haben eine schwere Zeit hinter sich. Jeder hat seine Ängste vor bestimmten Erlebnissen aus der Vergangenheit. Dann treffen Adam und Violet aufeinander. Können sich beide gegenseitig unterstützen, damit beide ihre Ängste/Zweifel überwinden und können beide überhaupt glücklich miteinander werden? All diese Fragen werden im Buch beantwortet. Worum es im Buch geht könnt ihr im Klappentext nachlesen. Ich kann das Buch nur weiterempfehlen. Ich habe die Geschichte von Adam und Violet verschlungen und beide Charaktere habe ich von Anfang an sympathisch gefunden. Die Geschichte ist teilweise traurig, emotional und gleichzeitig humorvoll. Die Geschichte ist wunderschön. Der Schreibstil der Autorin ist flüssig und toll zu lesen. Ich kann das Buch nur weiterempfehlen. ❤️❤️❤️
September 13, 2021
This was such a beautiful story of the healing power of love. The past happens, but it doesn't mean you can't have a future. Violet has just opened her own dance studio. She is using dance to distract her from the loss of her dance partner and husband who had passed away. Adam is a single father dealing with a divorce. He enrolls his daughter in Violet's dance class and sparks fly. They both have their baggage. They both are afraid to move on. But they both find comfort in each other. But others are in their eait. Violet's mom who is projecting her grief of her own husband on her daughter. The things she said and did made me want to scream at her, but at the same time I felt her pain. There is also someone stalking Violet with dangerous intent. Violet and Adam are fighting for their happiness, love, and even lives. These narrators did an amazing job as these characters. I felt every emotion they felt. A must read/listen for romance fans.
April 7, 2022
Dancing with the Single Dad
(The Single Dads of Seattle #2)
By Whitley Cox
I’m on a bit of a Whitley Cox, single dads kick right now and I’m very much enjoying it.
This book is about Adam Eastwood, dad to 4 ½-year-old Mira. (That half-year is very important you know)
Adam is divorced and he would tell you it was an amicable divorce, in that he and his now ex-wife Paige didn’t have one of those nasty divorcing in fact Paige was the one who began the process and by the end, Adam had full time custody of Mira and Paige could work on healing herself. They co-parented and things were going okay. Adam had no thoughts of dating until the day Mira started dance lessons.
Violet Benson had lived to dance and she did! After the love of her life and dance partner passed away she was devastated and moved back to Seattle to mourn and eventually open a dance school. Violet is Mira’s dance teacher. In fact, there has been a lot of loss in the Benson family this past year and what she needs is time to heal. Meeting Adam and Mira brought new joy to her life.
Whitley Cox has come up with a unique group of men who support each other as single dads. A regular night out playing poker, the children and dads of the group getting together to socialize and knowing that you have friends who have your back. It’s a wonderful concept.
Cox brings readers into the story, you are invested in everyone who shows up on the pages and you know you will be running into them more as this series goes on. As the relationship grows between Violet and Adam, we get to see what a support Adam is to Violet, his patience and how quickly he becomes attached. Cox allows for these mature characters to spice up their relationship but she also gives readers a touch of suspense to keep us on our toes.
I’m continuing to binge read this series, the men, the children and the ladies that come into their lives have interesting stories.
(The Single Dads of Seattle #2)
By Whitley Cox
I’m on a bit of a Whitley Cox, single dads kick right now and I’m very much enjoying it.
This book is about Adam Eastwood, dad to 4 ½-year-old Mira. (That half-year is very important you know)
Adam is divorced and he would tell you it was an amicable divorce, in that he and his now ex-wife Paige didn’t have one of those nasty divorcing in fact Paige was the one who began the process and by the end, Adam had full time custody of Mira and Paige could work on healing herself. They co-parented and things were going okay. Adam had no thoughts of dating until the day Mira started dance lessons.
Violet Benson had lived to dance and she did! After the love of her life and dance partner passed away she was devastated and moved back to Seattle to mourn and eventually open a dance school. Violet is Mira’s dance teacher. In fact, there has been a lot of loss in the Benson family this past year and what she needs is time to heal. Meeting Adam and Mira brought new joy to her life.
Whitley Cox has come up with a unique group of men who support each other as single dads. A regular night out playing poker, the children and dads of the group getting together to socialize and knowing that you have friends who have your back. It’s a wonderful concept.
Cox brings readers into the story, you are invested in everyone who shows up on the pages and you know you will be running into them more as this series goes on. As the relationship grows between Violet and Adam, we get to see what a support Adam is to Violet, his patience and how quickly he becomes attached. Cox allows for these mature characters to spice up their relationship but she also gives readers a touch of suspense to keep us on our toes.
I’m continuing to binge read this series, the men, the children and the ladies that come into their lives have interesting stories.
June 2, 2021
Gefühlvolle + tiefgründige Liebesgeschichte mit der richtigen Mischung an Spannung und Erotik, authentischen Figuren und tollem Schreibstil
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Nach einem schweren Schicksalsschlag hat Violet Benson ihre Karriere als Tänzerin aufgegeben und eröffnet in ihrem Heimatort eine Tanzschule. Nie mehr kann sie auf die Bühne zurück und nie wieder will sie sich neu verlieben. Bis sie bei der Eröffnung ihrer Tanzschule auf den charismatischen und attraktiven Adam Eastwood trifft und er ihr tief in die Augen schaut ….
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Ich bin grundsätzlich kein großer Freund von Fotocovern, weil ich finde, dass sie die Vorstellungen der Leser beeinflussen. Aber dieses Cover passt perfekt zum Inhalt der Geschichte und auch die Farbgebung ist sehr passend gewählt.
Meine Meinung
Vorab
Dies ist tatsächlich das erste Buch, das ich von Whitley Cox lese. Da es so viele gute Bewertungen erhalten hat, wollte ich es mal wagen. Zum Glück, denn sonst hätte ich eine super süße Geschichte verpasst. Habe allerdings mit dem 2. Teil angefangen, den man aber absolut unabhängig vom 1. Teil lesen kann. In der englischen Originalfassung gibt es wohl 10 Teile, finde ich jetzt was viel, aber auf jeden Fall werde ich den 1. und auch den 3. Teil der deutschen Ausgabe sehr bald lesen.
Schreibstil und Erzählperspektive
Ich bin geradezu begeistert vom Schreibstil der Autorin. Das Buch ist leicht verständlich, harmonisch und flüssig zu lesen. Dazu ist der Text auch sehr gut gegliedert.
Dabei schreibt Whitley Cox mit einem Augenzwinkern und fügt mit Tragik, Lebensweisheiten, Erotik und einer Portion Tiefgründigkeit alle Bestandteile für einen gelungenen Roman zusammen. Sehr berührend wird hier auch der Zwiespalt und die innere Zerrissenheit dargestellt, einen geliebten Menschen loszulassen und gleichzeitig eine neue Liebe ins Leben zu lassen.
Erzählt wird die Geschichte abwechselnd aus der Perspektive von Violet und Adam, und zwar in der Ich-Form. Dieser Erzählstil ist mir der liebste. Da kann man direkt in die Geschichte eintauchen und mitfiebern und erfährt quasi aus erster Hand die Gefühle und Gedanken der jeweiligen Charaktere.
Es passiert einfach so viel in dieser Geschichte, dass man einfach immer weiter lesen möchte. Und alles passiert in genau dem richtigen Umfang. Nicht zu viel und nicht zu wenig. Und ganz zum Schluss fügt sich alles zu einem wunderbaren Ende zusammen.
Charaktere und Handlungen
Gleich die ersten Sätze haben mich verzaubert und in das Buch hineingezogen. Man lernt direkt Adam und seine niedliche Tochter Mia kennen und ich bin sofort verliebt in diesen kleinen Wirbelwind. Adam ist geschieden und hat das alleinige Sorgerecht für Mia. Trotz allem hat er ein gutes Verhältnis zu seiner Ex. Im Laufe der Geschichte erfährt man sehr viel Trauriges und Berührendes über ihre Ehe und deren Scheitern und spätestens dann, ist man auch verliebt in Adam. Mia liebt tanzen genauso sehr wie ihr Vater und daher ist sie eine der ersten Schülerinnen in der neu eröffneten Tanzschule. Soooo niedlich!
Violet hat traumatisches hinter sich gelassen und will mit der Eröffnung ihrer Tanzschule einen Neuanfang wagen. Sie lebt mit ihrem Bruder Mitch und der kleinen Nichte Jayda zusammen. Ihre ganze Familie hat fast zeitgleich schlimmes Leid erfahren und sowohl ihr Bruder, ihre Nichte als auch ihre Mutter trauern. Jeder auf seine eigene Art. Wobei ich über die Aussagen der Mutter von Violet das eine oder andere Mal entsetzt den Kopf schütteln musste.
Violet und ihr verstorbener Lebensgefährte waren auch Tanzpartner und haben sich an die Spitze getanzt und wurden umjubelt und bewundert. Sie gehörten zur Creme de la Creme und füllten sämtliche Vorstellungen. Mit seinem Tod starb auch die Liebe für die Auftritte und daher will sie ihren und auch seinen Traum vom eigenen Tanzstudio erfüllen.
Direkt von Anfang an besteht eine enorme Anziehungskraft zwischen Adam und Violet. Bei ihm „funkt“ es sofort und so langsam fängt auch sie an, sich für ihn zu interessieren. Er ist aber auch so schnuckelig. So nach und nach weckt Adam in Violet längst totgeglaube Gefühle auf. Aber ist sie auch bereit, sich einer neuen Liebe zu öffnen? Da hat sie aber nicht mit der Liebe, Ausdauer und Entschlossenheit von Adam gerechnet... Und so kommt, was man auch hofft, sie finden zueinander und ihre Beziehung, auch auf sexueller Ebene ist einfach nur toll. Die Sexszenen sind wild, zärtlich und unfassbar heiß.
Aber Violet muss erst noch mit ihrer Vergangenheit und ihrer Trauer abschließen und auch Adam muss seine Verluste verarbeiten und sie haben einen langen Weg vor sich.
Aber das müsst ihr selber lesen!
Endlich auch mal eine Geschichte, wo beide Hauptprotagonisten mit ihren Konflikten souverän umgehen und sie durch Reden bewältigen können. Das ist wirklich mal sehr realistisch dargestellt und hat mir unheimlich gut gefallen – auch dass die Autorin hier nicht künstlich herbeigeführte Dramen inszeniert hat. Das einzige auf das ich hätte verzichten können, ist der kleine Crime-Anteil und den etwas kitschigen Schluss, aber das ist jetzt jammern auf hohem Niveau.
Besonders gut haben mir die Poker Freunde von Adam gefallen, alles Single Dads, die sich gegenseitig den Rücken stärken, bei der Kinderbetreuung helfen und natürlich Karten spielen. Eine sehr schöne Idee und auch mal was neues.
Aber auch andere Nebenfiguren, wie z.B. Paige sind hervorragend charakterisiert und ein Gewinn für die Geschichte. Eigentlich sind alle Nebenfiguren durchweg sympathisch, ehrlich und glaubwürdig dargestellt und haben mich das eine oder andere Mal zum schmunzeln gebracht.
Fazit
Ein interessanter Plot mit ganz vielen Handlungen, kleineren Überraschungen, tollen Ideen und authentisch gezeichneten Figuren machen diese Geschichte wirklich lesenswert. Die richtige Mischung an Tiefgang und Humor ist ebenfalls vorhanden und auch emotional hat mich das Buch überzeugen können, genauso wie der wunderbar leichte und flüssig zu lesende Schreibstil.
Daher kann ich diese wunderschöne Liebesgeschichte absolut empfehlen und vergebe sehr gerne 5 ausdrucksstarke Sterne.
Ferner möchte ich mich bei Netgalley sowie beim More by Aufbau Digital Verlag sehr herzlich für das kostenlose Rezensionsexemplar bedanken. Meine ehrliche Meinung wurde dadurch aber nicht beeinflusst.
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Nach einem schweren Schicksalsschlag hat Violet Benson ihre Karriere als Tänzerin aufgegeben und eröffnet in ihrem Heimatort eine Tanzschule. Nie mehr kann sie auf die Bühne zurück und nie wieder will sie sich neu verlieben. Bis sie bei der Eröffnung ihrer Tanzschule auf den charismatischen und attraktiven Adam Eastwood trifft und er ihr tief in die Augen schaut ….
Cover
Ich bin grundsätzlich kein großer Freund von Fotocovern, weil ich finde, dass sie die Vorstellungen der Leser beeinflussen. Aber dieses Cover passt perfekt zum Inhalt der Geschichte und auch die Farbgebung ist sehr passend gewählt.
Meine Meinung
Vorab
Dies ist tatsächlich das erste Buch, das ich von Whitley Cox lese. Da es so viele gute Bewertungen erhalten hat, wollte ich es mal wagen. Zum Glück, denn sonst hätte ich eine super süße Geschichte verpasst. Habe allerdings mit dem 2. Teil angefangen, den man aber absolut unabhängig vom 1. Teil lesen kann. In der englischen Originalfassung gibt es wohl 10 Teile, finde ich jetzt was viel, aber auf jeden Fall werde ich den 1. und auch den 3. Teil der deutschen Ausgabe sehr bald lesen.
Schreibstil und Erzählperspektive
Ich bin geradezu begeistert vom Schreibstil der Autorin. Das Buch ist leicht verständlich, harmonisch und flüssig zu lesen. Dazu ist der Text auch sehr gut gegliedert.
Dabei schreibt Whitley Cox mit einem Augenzwinkern und fügt mit Tragik, Lebensweisheiten, Erotik und einer Portion Tiefgründigkeit alle Bestandteile für einen gelungenen Roman zusammen. Sehr berührend wird hier auch der Zwiespalt und die innere Zerrissenheit dargestellt, einen geliebten Menschen loszulassen und gleichzeitig eine neue Liebe ins Leben zu lassen.
Erzählt wird die Geschichte abwechselnd aus der Perspektive von Violet und Adam, und zwar in der Ich-Form. Dieser Erzählstil ist mir der liebste. Da kann man direkt in die Geschichte eintauchen und mitfiebern und erfährt quasi aus erster Hand die Gefühle und Gedanken der jeweiligen Charaktere.
Es passiert einfach so viel in dieser Geschichte, dass man einfach immer weiter lesen möchte. Und alles passiert in genau dem richtigen Umfang. Nicht zu viel und nicht zu wenig. Und ganz zum Schluss fügt sich alles zu einem wunderbaren Ende zusammen.
Charaktere und Handlungen
Gleich die ersten Sätze haben mich verzaubert und in das Buch hineingezogen. Man lernt direkt Adam und seine niedliche Tochter Mia kennen und ich bin sofort verliebt in diesen kleinen Wirbelwind. Adam ist geschieden und hat das alleinige Sorgerecht für Mia. Trotz allem hat er ein gutes Verhältnis zu seiner Ex. Im Laufe der Geschichte erfährt man sehr viel Trauriges und Berührendes über ihre Ehe und deren Scheitern und spätestens dann, ist man auch verliebt in Adam. Mia liebt tanzen genauso sehr wie ihr Vater und daher ist sie eine der ersten Schülerinnen in der neu eröffneten Tanzschule. Soooo niedlich!
Violet hat traumatisches hinter sich gelassen und will mit der Eröffnung ihrer Tanzschule einen Neuanfang wagen. Sie lebt mit ihrem Bruder Mitch und der kleinen Nichte Jayda zusammen. Ihre ganze Familie hat fast zeitgleich schlimmes Leid erfahren und sowohl ihr Bruder, ihre Nichte als auch ihre Mutter trauern. Jeder auf seine eigene Art. Wobei ich über die Aussagen der Mutter von Violet das eine oder andere Mal entsetzt den Kopf schütteln musste.
Violet und ihr verstorbener Lebensgefährte waren auch Tanzpartner und haben sich an die Spitze getanzt und wurden umjubelt und bewundert. Sie gehörten zur Creme de la Creme und füllten sämtliche Vorstellungen. Mit seinem Tod starb auch die Liebe für die Auftritte und daher will sie ihren und auch seinen Traum vom eigenen Tanzstudio erfüllen.
Direkt von Anfang an besteht eine enorme Anziehungskraft zwischen Adam und Violet. Bei ihm „funkt“ es sofort und so langsam fängt auch sie an, sich für ihn zu interessieren. Er ist aber auch so schnuckelig. So nach und nach weckt Adam in Violet längst totgeglaube Gefühle auf. Aber ist sie auch bereit, sich einer neuen Liebe zu öffnen? Da hat sie aber nicht mit der Liebe, Ausdauer und Entschlossenheit von Adam gerechnet... Und so kommt, was man auch hofft, sie finden zueinander und ihre Beziehung, auch auf sexueller Ebene ist einfach nur toll. Die Sexszenen sind wild, zärtlich und unfassbar heiß.
Aber Violet muss erst noch mit ihrer Vergangenheit und ihrer Trauer abschließen und auch Adam muss seine Verluste verarbeiten und sie haben einen langen Weg vor sich.
Aber das müsst ihr selber lesen!
Endlich auch mal eine Geschichte, wo beide Hauptprotagonisten mit ihren Konflikten souverän umgehen und sie durch Reden bewältigen können. Das ist wirklich mal sehr realistisch dargestellt und hat mir unheimlich gut gefallen – auch dass die Autorin hier nicht künstlich herbeigeführte Dramen inszeniert hat. Das einzige auf das ich hätte verzichten können, ist der kleine Crime-Anteil und den etwas kitschigen Schluss, aber das ist jetzt jammern auf hohem Niveau.
Besonders gut haben mir die Poker Freunde von Adam gefallen, alles Single Dads, die sich gegenseitig den Rücken stärken, bei der Kinderbetreuung helfen und natürlich Karten spielen. Eine sehr schöne Idee und auch mal was neues.
Aber auch andere Nebenfiguren, wie z.B. Paige sind hervorragend charakterisiert und ein Gewinn für die Geschichte. Eigentlich sind alle Nebenfiguren durchweg sympathisch, ehrlich und glaubwürdig dargestellt und haben mich das eine oder andere Mal zum schmunzeln gebracht.
Fazit
Ein interessanter Plot mit ganz vielen Handlungen, kleineren Überraschungen, tollen Ideen und authentisch gezeichneten Figuren machen diese Geschichte wirklich lesenswert. Die richtige Mischung an Tiefgang und Humor ist ebenfalls vorhanden und auch emotional hat mich das Buch überzeugen können, genauso wie der wunderbar leichte und flüssig zu lesende Schreibstil.
Daher kann ich diese wunderschöne Liebesgeschichte absolut empfehlen und vergebe sehr gerne 5 ausdrucksstarke Sterne.
Ferner möchte ich mich bei Netgalley sowie beim More by Aufbau Digital Verlag sehr herzlich für das kostenlose Rezensionsexemplar bedanken. Meine ehrliche Meinung wurde dadurch aber nicht beeinflusst.
October 7, 2021
Story: I really enjoyed this book a lot. I did have my reserves due to a part that happened in the first book in this series that irked me very badly. I won't get into the details because it doesn't pertain to this book and it would spoil the other book for potential readers. It was really great. There was a small bit of suspense, but it wasn't major. There is a healthy bit of spice in the book as well. Let's just say that the two main characters are very attracted to each other.
Characters: Violet has been through a lot. The love of her life passed away. Her father passed away. Her brother's wife passed away. Not all at the same time, mind you. It was very close together though. I admire her courage and strength to go on. As somebody who has experienced loss, I can say that it's not an easy task. Adam is pretty amazing too. He's a great father and he's so good to his ex-wife.
Critiques: There is a conflict between Violet and her mother that's not fully resolved. At least not in my opinion. It's just kind of left.
Narration: I loved the narrators. They did a very fantastic job.
Final Thoughts: I had my reserves because of the first book, but I'm thankful to say that I was wrong about that. I really enjoyed the book very much. It was a very heated HEA read.
Characters: Violet has been through a lot. The love of her life passed away. Her father passed away. Her brother's wife passed away. Not all at the same time, mind you. It was very close together though. I admire her courage and strength to go on. As somebody who has experienced loss, I can say that it's not an easy task. Adam is pretty amazing too. He's a great father and he's so good to his ex-wife.
Critiques: There is a conflict between Violet and her mother that's not fully resolved. At least not in my opinion. It's just kind of left.
Narration: I loved the narrators. They did a very fantastic job.
Final Thoughts: I had my reserves because of the first book, but I'm thankful to say that I was wrong about that. I really enjoyed the book very much. It was a very heated HEA read.
June 28, 2019
Love the continuation of this single dad series from Whitley! This book gives us Adam’s story post divorce and rebuilding. Violet has returned home after a whirlwind career in dance after losing not only her dance partner but the love of her life. Deciding the best way to pay tribute to his life is to follow out the dreams they had together, she opens a dance studio to teach her passion. It’s there she meets Adam, who’s daughter Mira is taking classes from Violet. When the two meet sparks instantly fly, but while he is ready to get back into the dating game after his amicable divorce, Violet isn’t sure that she’s ready. In the midst of dealing with Violet’s grief and feelings on being unsure that dating so soon is the right thing, Whitley brings a level of suspense through a stalker of Violet’s that has come out of nowhere within the book (but don’t worry it makes sense in the end!). With all the back and forth it makes your head spin, but the devotion that Adam has to making it work and not giving up on her really adds to the charm of this book. One thing I love is that within these first two books, the divorces have been amicable and the co-parenting between them is good. While I know it’s not the case and there will be some books in the series that don’t have that aspect, I think it’s interesting to include because it’s so rare in today’s world (that I know of).
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
September 19, 2021
I received this audiobook at my request via a promo code from The Flock and this is my voluntary unbiased review.
Book 2 of the Single Dads of Seattle focuses on grieving Dance teacher Violet and the divorced single dad of a cute kid, Mira who attends her kiddie dance class. Adam Eastwood has been single for a while now, still reeling from the end of his marriage following his ex wifes miscarriages and fertility issues. Violet knows loss intimately, as does her brother whom Adam has taken under his wing as the newest member of the Single Dads of Seattle Support Group. The performances in this book were so good, it really brought the book to life, this was beautiful, steamy and poignant as these two rediscover love and learn to move on together, along side those fancy dance moves. I had a lovely afternoon listening to this story. Definitely in my feel-good playlist.
Book 2 of the Single Dads of Seattle focuses on grieving Dance teacher Violet and the divorced single dad of a cute kid, Mira who attends her kiddie dance class. Adam Eastwood has been single for a while now, still reeling from the end of his marriage following his ex wifes miscarriages and fertility issues. Violet knows loss intimately, as does her brother whom Adam has taken under his wing as the newest member of the Single Dads of Seattle Support Group. The performances in this book were so good, it really brought the book to life, this was beautiful, steamy and poignant as these two rediscover love and learn to move on together, along side those fancy dance moves. I had a lovely afternoon listening to this story. Definitely in my feel-good playlist.
February 14, 2024
this was more about Violet and her dead boyfriend then anything else. it was hardly even a romance. this is why i hate the dead-ex trope 99% of the time. it feels like a love triangle.
and her dead bf saying he doesn't want her to dance with anyone else and Adam saying he wants a separate/different love with her than she had with JeAN-PhIlIpE, or whatever her ex's ridiculous name was, and then they continue to be dance partners and do all the same stuff she did with her ex..
and they stuff with her ex's fanboy or whatever was just weird.
I would have rather read a book where Adam got back together and remarried his ex-wife. that storyline was so sad and could have been a good second chance love story.
and her dead bf saying he doesn't want her to dance with anyone else and Adam saying he wants a separate/different love with her than she had with JeAN-PhIlIpE, or whatever her ex's ridiculous name was, and then they continue to be dance partners and do all the same stuff she did with her ex..
and they stuff with her ex's fanboy or whatever was just weird.
I would have rather read a book where Adam got back together and remarried his ex-wife. that storyline was so sad and could have been a good second chance love story.
July 2, 2019
I received an Advanced Reader Copy. I am voluntarily leaving a review. This is the second book in the Single Dads of Seattle series. It can be read as a standalone. Adam is a single, divorced father of a precocious 4 year old daughter who wants to dance. She starts lessons with Violet, a former dance pro, whose partner and lover died from cancer. The chemistry id instant and explosive but there are complications on both sides. Will they be able to see there way through it? A strong 4.5 star read with lots of drama and steam.
June 26, 2019
This book is one of those hidden gems in my opinion. I was expecting a book where they see each other and hit it off right away. With a great deal of hot steamy sexy times. That the hero was into having control. Well, he is but not the way I thought. What I got was something more. They have great chemistry and attraction. I also got heavy drama and angst with a little girl that makes you fall in love with her.
July 6, 2019
4 stars
This is a love story without all the trappings. There is no drama, no outlandish stories, it's just pure raw love with real people who are needing a second chance. Good stuff.
This is a love story without all the trappings. There is no drama, no outlandish stories, it's just pure raw love with real people who are needing a second chance. Good stuff.
August 2, 2021
I really enjoyed the first book in this series and this one was just as cute. Dancing their way through grief and into love again.
August 27, 2023
Hat mir besser gefallen als Band 1. Eine schöne Geschichte für zwischendurch.
March 22, 2025
what was that
July 7, 2019
I loved the characters in this book they are well developed and engaging and the storyline flowed smoothly.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 5, 2021
Dancing With The Single Dad by Whitley Cox is a contemporary single dad romance that I listened to on audio narrated by Erin Bateman and Gregory Salinas. This is the second book in The Single Dads Of Seattle series and can be read as a standalone.
The book comes with a note "This book can be read as a standalone. It includes lots of steamy scenes, cursing, and of course as with all my books, this has an HEA and no cliffhanger or cheating. If you like single dads who take charge, this book is for you."
This is the second book of Whitley's that I have read and it definitely won't be my last. I loved the relationship that bloomed between Adam and Violet. I really enjoyed getting both of their points of view throughout the book. It really brought the story to life.
I can't wait for the next book in the series Saved By The Single Dad to be released on audio so I can get Mitch and Paige's story.
Erin and Gregory did an amazing job on the narration. They both really know how to bring a story to life. I look forward to listening to more of their work in the future.
I would recommend this book if you like single dad romances or contemporary romances.
The Flock Team
Audiobook Obsession Reviewer
The book comes with a note "This book can be read as a standalone. It includes lots of steamy scenes, cursing, and of course as with all my books, this has an HEA and no cliffhanger or cheating. If you like single dads who take charge, this book is for you."
This is the second book of Whitley's that I have read and it definitely won't be my last. I loved the relationship that bloomed between Adam and Violet. I really enjoyed getting both of their points of view throughout the book. It really brought the story to life.
I can't wait for the next book in the series Saved By The Single Dad to be released on audio so I can get Mitch and Paige's story.
Erin and Gregory did an amazing job on the narration. They both really know how to bring a story to life. I look forward to listening to more of their work in the future.
I would recommend this book if you like single dad romances or contemporary romances.
The Flock Team
Audiobook Obsession Reviewer
May 29, 2024
Dancing with the Single Dad, part of the Single Dads of Seattle series, was about 37-year-old Dr. Adam Eastwood (PhD), a professor of biology at the University of Washington, and 30-year-old Violet Benson, a professional dancer turned dance instructor and the owner of the Benson School of Dance.
Adam was a divorced, single father of a sweet 4-and-a-half-year-old little girl named Mira. He was still feeling the effects of his divorce and all the losses he and his ex-wife had experienced. He had custody of his daughter, but his ex-wife had visitation rights. Mira had shown interest in a variety of activities but quickly lost interest. Her most recent craving was to take dance classes. Since Adam loved to dance, he was glad to see his daughter wanted to learn it as well.
Violet was once a famous dancer in New York, but with the death of her dance, and life partner, she returned home to Seattle to fulfill their shared dream of opening a dance school. Her brother, Mitch, who had recently suffered the loss of his wife, returned to Seattle with his y-year-old daughter, Jayda. Mitch and Violet purchased a house together and were there for each other. They then suffered the loss of their father not long after returning home.
After the loss of her partner, Violet made a vow to never take another partner, either in dance or in life. So when she met Adam, she wasn't prepared for the feelings that assailed her. She planned to keep her focus solely on her school and teach others to love dance as much as she did.
Once Adam met Violet, his world was rocked. He had never been with another woman after his marriage (or during the marriage since his ex-wife had shut that part of herself off), and had not been with anyone since the divorce. He hadn't expected to feel anything for Violet, and yet he was interested in her.
Side Note: Just as I was starting to enjoy the book, the author made a major faux pas. She used the wrong name when talking about the MMC. Instead of calling him Adam, as he'd been called for the entirety of the story to that point, she called him Mark (he was the MMC in Book 1 of the series.). Unfortunately, this error is one of my major pet peeves. Then as the book was nearing the end, another faux pas was when the author switched names with the two girls, calling Mira "Jayda".
The following Tuesday, almost a week after meeting them (which happened to be Violet's birthday), Myra invited her and Jayda to dinner to celebrate, and Adam agreed. After dinner, Adam's little girl requested that they continue the usual ritual of dancing once the table was cleared. At first, it was Myra dancing with her dad and Violet dancing with her niece. That is, until the two girls conspired against them and Adam danced with Violet. Without their knowledge, the girls disappeared, only for the two grownups to share an intimate kiss that was interrupted by the arrival of the little ones.
The next evening, Violet had an adult beginners's class, so Adam was watching her niece since her brother was still out of town on a photo shoot. When a woman entered the studio, she told Violet she was interested in joining the class if there was still room. Violet was about to learn that the lady was Paige...Adam's ex-wife and Mira's mother. Although Violet knew about Adam having an ex-wife, she didn't know her name or anything about her. In turn, while Paige knew that her daughter took dance classes at Violet's studio, she was unaware of Violet's tenuous connection with Adam. Both ladies were in for a rude awakening. When Violet asked how Paige had learned about the studio, she gave her only a half-truth, and that she heard about it from the school's brochure. She didn't mention that it was given to her by Adam.
When Violet was preparing for her children's class the next night Sarah, a woman from the Arts Council of Seattle showed up at the studio. She invited Violet and her students to participate in the performing arts exhibition and show that would be taking place during the Independence Day weekend, known as Art in the Park. While talking, Adam and his daughter entered the building, as did Mitch. When Sarah explained her presence, she told them of her disappointment that Violet had declined to perform. However, as she and Mitch tried to change her mind, Adam stood up for her and told them to back off.
A week later, Adam had to work late at the university, so his former mother-in-law was watching Mira for him. On his way home, he decided to stop by the dance studio. The other shoe was about to drop. Once he entered the studio, Adam realized everyone was leaving. He told Violet why he was there (to discuss their kiss/dancing together the previous week. He shared with her his interest, but when she told him she couldn't return the sentiment, he said he wouldn't rush her and asked for a dance instead. One thing led to another and they took the final step into full-blown intimacy.
Once they had taken their relationship to the next level, Violet felt secure enough to sign the two of them up to dance or the event in July. She even told him he needed to attend classes so he could practice because he had "gotten rusty". When they went about their regular schedules, Violet had taken her mother to dinner one night. While they sat by the window, she saw Adam outside the window. He waved, winked, and indicated he was out for his run. Her mother saw everything and blew up. She told her mother about him being the father of a student, and that not only were they "kind of seeing each other", but she also told her of the upcoming event in which she and Adam would be dancing. Her mother then told Violet she was not being faithful to her late partner, got up, and walked out on her.
He arrived the following Wednesday evening, only to run head-long into his ex-wife. They questioned each other's presence at the studio but as Violet rounded the corner, the other shoe dropped and the identities of all three were revealed. Unfortunately for Adam, Violet's walls were going back up and she had become guarded and closed off again. It was apparent that she wasn't accepting the two were merely friends and co-parents, or that they had an "amicable divorce". She finally left after a few moments of hand-holding between Adam and Paige. By the time he turned his attention back to Violet, she had moved away and was standing in front of the picture of her late partner. She then told him he needed to leave. When he asked about dance lessons, she said it was a bad idea and that she could neither dance nor be with him.
Side Note: Somewhere in the middle of these two hooking up, Violet received an unknown phone call, but when she answered it, no one responded to her many queries. When Adam brought Mira to her next class, Violet was nowhere to be seen, so Mitch went to look for her. She told him what had transpired with their mother and Adam, and asked her brother if he'd take his friend out for coffee while she dealt with her class. Once he left, she opened an envelope. Like the phone call, the letter was also anonymous, but it was also a bit more threatening.
This story was full of angst, drama, grief, and a myriad of other emotions that filled the rollercoaster to overflowing. While there was some ex-drama, it wasn't the usual kind that most stories have. The push/pull was minimal between the two main characters, and the suspense wasn't nearly as dramatic as it could have been. That part of the story was more of an unresolved issue.
Both of the main characters were fully developed, mature, and with plenty of room for growth, which played out beautifully on page. It was nice to see how these two dealt with their separate grief but didn't downplay the other's over their own. The support they had for each other was awesome to read about.
While there were several grammatical errors, along with a couple of faux pas already mentioned, the book's plot and storylines flowed smoothly. The only issue I had with the whole thing was the epilogue. I wanted what happened there to take place much sooner than it did, but since this wasn't my story, it was still a decent book. I gave the story a five-star rating because, in all honesty, it earned it. I can't wait to read the other books in the series.
Adam was a divorced, single father of a sweet 4-and-a-half-year-old little girl named Mira. He was still feeling the effects of his divorce and all the losses he and his ex-wife had experienced. He had custody of his daughter, but his ex-wife had visitation rights. Mira had shown interest in a variety of activities but quickly lost interest. Her most recent craving was to take dance classes. Since Adam loved to dance, he was glad to see his daughter wanted to learn it as well.
Violet was once a famous dancer in New York, but with the death of her dance, and life partner, she returned home to Seattle to fulfill their shared dream of opening a dance school. Her brother, Mitch, who had recently suffered the loss of his wife, returned to Seattle with his y-year-old daughter, Jayda. Mitch and Violet purchased a house together and were there for each other. They then suffered the loss of their father not long after returning home.
After the loss of her partner, Violet made a vow to never take another partner, either in dance or in life. So when she met Adam, she wasn't prepared for the feelings that assailed her. She planned to keep her focus solely on her school and teach others to love dance as much as she did.
Once Adam met Violet, his world was rocked. He had never been with another woman after his marriage (or during the marriage since his ex-wife had shut that part of herself off), and had not been with anyone since the divorce. He hadn't expected to feel anything for Violet, and yet he was interested in her.
Side Note: Just as I was starting to enjoy the book, the author made a major faux pas. She used the wrong name when talking about the MMC. Instead of calling him Adam, as he'd been called for the entirety of the story to that point, she called him Mark (he was the MMC in Book 1 of the series.). Unfortunately, this error is one of my major pet peeves. Then as the book was nearing the end, another faux pas was when the author switched names with the two girls, calling Mira "Jayda".
The following Tuesday, almost a week after meeting them (which happened to be Violet's birthday), Myra invited her and Jayda to dinner to celebrate, and Adam agreed. After dinner, Adam's little girl requested that they continue the usual ritual of dancing once the table was cleared. At first, it was Myra dancing with her dad and Violet dancing with her niece. That is, until the two girls conspired against them and Adam danced with Violet. Without their knowledge, the girls disappeared, only for the two grownups to share an intimate kiss that was interrupted by the arrival of the little ones.
The next evening, Violet had an adult beginners's class, so Adam was watching her niece since her brother was still out of town on a photo shoot. When a woman entered the studio, she told Violet she was interested in joining the class if there was still room. Violet was about to learn that the lady was Paige...Adam's ex-wife and Mira's mother. Although Violet knew about Adam having an ex-wife, she didn't know her name or anything about her. In turn, while Paige knew that her daughter took dance classes at Violet's studio, she was unaware of Violet's tenuous connection with Adam. Both ladies were in for a rude awakening. When Violet asked how Paige had learned about the studio, she gave her only a half-truth, and that she heard about it from the school's brochure. She didn't mention that it was given to her by Adam.
When Violet was preparing for her children's class the next night Sarah, a woman from the Arts Council of Seattle showed up at the studio. She invited Violet and her students to participate in the performing arts exhibition and show that would be taking place during the Independence Day weekend, known as Art in the Park. While talking, Adam and his daughter entered the building, as did Mitch. When Sarah explained her presence, she told them of her disappointment that Violet had declined to perform. However, as she and Mitch tried to change her mind, Adam stood up for her and told them to back off.
A week later, Adam had to work late at the university, so his former mother-in-law was watching Mira for him. On his way home, he decided to stop by the dance studio. The other shoe was about to drop. Once he entered the studio, Adam realized everyone was leaving. He told Violet why he was there (to discuss their kiss/dancing together the previous week. He shared with her his interest, but when she told him she couldn't return the sentiment, he said he wouldn't rush her and asked for a dance instead. One thing led to another and they took the final step into full-blown intimacy.
Once they had taken their relationship to the next level, Violet felt secure enough to sign the two of them up to dance or the event in July. She even told him he needed to attend classes so he could practice because he had "gotten rusty". When they went about their regular schedules, Violet had taken her mother to dinner one night. While they sat by the window, she saw Adam outside the window. He waved, winked, and indicated he was out for his run. Her mother saw everything and blew up. She told her mother about him being the father of a student, and that not only were they "kind of seeing each other", but she also told her of the upcoming event in which she and Adam would be dancing. Her mother then told Violet she was not being faithful to her late partner, got up, and walked out on her.
He arrived the following Wednesday evening, only to run head-long into his ex-wife. They questioned each other's presence at the studio but as Violet rounded the corner, the other shoe dropped and the identities of all three were revealed. Unfortunately for Adam, Violet's walls were going back up and she had become guarded and closed off again. It was apparent that she wasn't accepting the two were merely friends and co-parents, or that they had an "amicable divorce". She finally left after a few moments of hand-holding between Adam and Paige. By the time he turned his attention back to Violet, she had moved away and was standing in front of the picture of her late partner. She then told him he needed to leave. When he asked about dance lessons, she said it was a bad idea and that she could neither dance nor be with him.
Side Note: Somewhere in the middle of these two hooking up, Violet received an unknown phone call, but when she answered it, no one responded to her many queries. When Adam brought Mira to her next class, Violet was nowhere to be seen, so Mitch went to look for her. She told him what had transpired with their mother and Adam, and asked her brother if he'd take his friend out for coffee while she dealt with her class. Once he left, she opened an envelope. Like the phone call, the letter was also anonymous, but it was also a bit more threatening.
This story was full of angst, drama, grief, and a myriad of other emotions that filled the rollercoaster to overflowing. While there was some ex-drama, it wasn't the usual kind that most stories have. The push/pull was minimal between the two main characters, and the suspense wasn't nearly as dramatic as it could have been. That part of the story was more of an unresolved issue.
Both of the main characters were fully developed, mature, and with plenty of room for growth, which played out beautifully on page. It was nice to see how these two dealt with their separate grief but didn't downplay the other's over their own. The support they had for each other was awesome to read about.
While there were several grammatical errors, along with a couple of faux pas already mentioned, the book's plot and storylines flowed smoothly. The only issue I had with the whole thing was the epilogue. I wanted what happened there to take place much sooner than it did, but since this wasn't my story, it was still a decent book. I gave the story a five-star rating because, in all honesty, it earned it. I can't wait to read the other books in the series.
March 18, 2022
Do you like single hot Dad romances who make you swoon? Then this book is for you. I hadn't read the 1st book in the series and you don't need to, as each book is a stand alone but after reading this one you will be going to your kindle and downloading the first 'Hired by the Single Dad' - I have! The chemistry is off the charts and I particularly likes the 'naked dancing between Adam and Violet - although I am still blushing!
Dad Adam and his daughter Mira are a tight team ever since his wife Paige filed for divorce after their 2nd child was still born and with many miscarriages in between Paige has been taking the time to get her life back on track - the two are now good friends but nothing more although for a long time Adam hoped that they could rekindle their love.
(look out for Paige and Mitches story in the next book I can't wait).
Adam has always had a love of dance brought on from being raised by his aunt so when the opportunity comes along to enrol his daughter in a new dance studio he jumps at it. Enter Violet who lost her dance partner and love of her live during an operation and is trying to re build her life by opening up a studio that her and her and Jean-Phillipe dreamed about. She lives with her brother Mitch and his daughter he too is experiencing the loss of his wife and together they offer the support and comfort needed to start to mend their broken hearts
The first time Adam sees Violet he knows she is the one for him but although the pull and chemistry between them is strong she is torn between her feelings of guilt that maybe she is moving on too soon and her mother who keeps making Violet question her growing feelings for Adam. Violets one and only dance partner was her beloved Jean-Phillipe so when dies she vowels never to dance again; but fate has other plans and she and Adam are persuaded to take part as a dance duo in a charity Arts festival and they have only weeks to get it right - nights are spent in the studio learning the routine mostly without any clothes on (I am still blushing). But as the performance draws near and an enemy makes themselves know will Adam be able to keep his promise of 'I will never let you fall'!
A well written book and one to add to your reading list.
You get to meet all the single dads that are coming up in the next books and I can't wait.
Dad Adam and his daughter Mira are a tight team ever since his wife Paige filed for divorce after their 2nd child was still born and with many miscarriages in between Paige has been taking the time to get her life back on track - the two are now good friends but nothing more although for a long time Adam hoped that they could rekindle their love.
(look out for Paige and Mitches story in the next book I can't wait).
Adam has always had a love of dance brought on from being raised by his aunt so when the opportunity comes along to enrol his daughter in a new dance studio he jumps at it. Enter Violet who lost her dance partner and love of her live during an operation and is trying to re build her life by opening up a studio that her and her and Jean-Phillipe dreamed about. She lives with her brother Mitch and his daughter he too is experiencing the loss of his wife and together they offer the support and comfort needed to start to mend their broken hearts
The first time Adam sees Violet he knows she is the one for him but although the pull and chemistry between them is strong she is torn between her feelings of guilt that maybe she is moving on too soon and her mother who keeps making Violet question her growing feelings for Adam. Violets one and only dance partner was her beloved Jean-Phillipe so when dies she vowels never to dance again; but fate has other plans and she and Adam are persuaded to take part as a dance duo in a charity Arts festival and they have only weeks to get it right - nights are spent in the studio learning the routine mostly without any clothes on (I am still blushing). But as the performance draws near and an enemy makes themselves know will Adam be able to keep his promise of 'I will never let you fall'!
A well written book and one to add to your reading list.
You get to meet all the single dads that are coming up in the next books and I can't wait.
May 19, 2021
In " Dancing with the Single Dad - Adam (Single Dads of Seattle 2) " begegnen sich Violet und Adam, als dieser seine kleine Tochter Mira in Violets Tanzschule bringt, um den kleinen, im Tutu gekleideten Wirbelwind tanzen lernen zu lassen.
Denn als alleinerziehender Vater hat Adam alle Hände voll zu tun, sein Töchterchen glücklich zu machen.
Das er selbst so heftig auf Violet reagiert, zeigt ihm nur, dass er bereit ist, nach seiner Scheidung und dem davor gewesenen Schicksalsschlag, sich wieder zu verlieben.
Violet hat alles gehabt und alles verloren, um nach vorne zu schauen, macht sie ihren Traum vom eigenen Tanzstudio alleine wahr und zieht dazu zurück in ihre Heimat Seattle, auch um in der Nähe ihrer Familie zu sein.
Als sie das erste Mal auf Adam, einen Singledad einer kleinen Schülerin, trifft knistert es heftig zwischen ihnen und Violet muss sich klar werden, ob sie schon bereit ist, neue Wege zu gehen und ihr Herz wieder zu öffnen.
Doch ist Adam dazu der richtige, der sie notfalls auch auffängt, wenn sie strauchelt? Gibt es für beide eine Chance auf eine gemeinsame Zukunft?
Die Story hat mich schnell in ihren Bann gebracht, dabei bleibt sie spannungsgeladen sowie abwechslungsreich. Man darf mit Violet und Adam mitfiebern und die verschiedesten Emotionen erleben. Es gibt einiges zum schmunzeln bis herzhaft zu lachen, so manche mitfühlende Momente und das ein oder andere Tränchen zu vergießen.
Ich musste das Buch in einem Rutsch lesen, da ich wissen wollte, ob es für Violet und Adam ein Happy End gab.
Das Buch bekommt von mir eine Lese / Kaufempfehlung und 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sterne.
Denn als alleinerziehender Vater hat Adam alle Hände voll zu tun, sein Töchterchen glücklich zu machen.
Das er selbst so heftig auf Violet reagiert, zeigt ihm nur, dass er bereit ist, nach seiner Scheidung und dem davor gewesenen Schicksalsschlag, sich wieder zu verlieben.
Violet hat alles gehabt und alles verloren, um nach vorne zu schauen, macht sie ihren Traum vom eigenen Tanzstudio alleine wahr und zieht dazu zurück in ihre Heimat Seattle, auch um in der Nähe ihrer Familie zu sein.
Als sie das erste Mal auf Adam, einen Singledad einer kleinen Schülerin, trifft knistert es heftig zwischen ihnen und Violet muss sich klar werden, ob sie schon bereit ist, neue Wege zu gehen und ihr Herz wieder zu öffnen.
Doch ist Adam dazu der richtige, der sie notfalls auch auffängt, wenn sie strauchelt? Gibt es für beide eine Chance auf eine gemeinsame Zukunft?
Die Story hat mich schnell in ihren Bann gebracht, dabei bleibt sie spannungsgeladen sowie abwechslungsreich. Man darf mit Violet und Adam mitfiebern und die verschiedesten Emotionen erleben. Es gibt einiges zum schmunzeln bis herzhaft zu lachen, so manche mitfühlende Momente und das ein oder andere Tränchen zu vergießen.
Ich musste das Buch in einem Rutsch lesen, da ich wissen wollte, ob es für Violet und Adam ein Happy End gab.
Das Buch bekommt von mir eine Lese / Kaufempfehlung und 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sterne.
June 26, 2019
I’m so loving this series and Adam and Violet were amazing. Both dealing with the pain of losing someone they loved either by divorce or death. Life is hard, moving on is even worse but there is a time, a moment when someone comes into your life at the right time. When Adam’s daughter Mira starts dance class he is taken by Violet her instructor and Violet with him as well, but whatever she is feeling needs to be out at bay, there was a feeling of betrayal for the love she lost, but Adam has stirred something inside her that she hadn’t felt in a long time. Adam is a patient man and knows what he wants and he wants Violet and he will wait as long as it takes for her to be ready. Adam’s like a knight in shining armor. He’s sweet, caring, sexy and hot as hell, and Violet, well she’s not so bad herself. I really enjoyed this book and I can’t wait for Mitch. These Single Dad’s of Seattle are quickly becoming my favorites reads by Whitley!! Loved this book and want more and fast! I received an advanced reader copy of this book.
January 11, 2024
I have to say I am loving this series! Adam's and Violet's story is so touching. They have both experienced loss in different but poignant ways. As the story unwraps, we see the connection between these two as it grows stronger. But in the end will Violet be able to put aside her grief to grasp a happily ever after with Adam? I voluntarily agreed to receive an ARC of this book for an honest review.
August 2, 2021
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Dancing with the Single Dad – Adam
Deutsche Ausgabe
von Whitley Cox
AUFBAU VERLAG GMBH & CO. KG
FRAUENUNTERHALTUNG | LIEBESROMANE
ERSCHEINUNGSTERMIN 01.05.2021
Format: Ebook
Die Autorin hat an nicht an erotischen Szenen gespart
Zum Inhalt
Adam Eastwood weiß, dass eine Tanzschule genau das Richtige für seine quirlige Tochter Mira ist. Den ganzen Tag wirbelt sie im Tutu durch das Haus – warum also nicht einen Profi bezahlen, der ihr beibringt wie man richtig tanzt? Allerdings hat Adam nicht damit gerechnet, dass ausgerechnet Violet Benson von der berühmten New Yorker Ballettkompanie Miras Lehrerin sein würde. Violet ist wunderschön und zudem die perfekte Lehrerin für Mira. Und sie ist genau die Art von Frau, nach der Adam sein ganzes Leben lang gesucht hat. Aber kann Adam den Schmerz und die Trauer über das Scheitern seiner Ehe vergessen? Violet will niemals wieder auf der Bühne stehen, auch wenn es bislang ihr Leben war. Doch wie kann sie weitermachen, wenn ihre große Liebe nicht mehr da ist, um sie aufzufangen? Sie waren eine Einheit – nicht nur auf der Bühne, sondern auch im Leben. Kurzerhand beschließt sie nach Seattle zurückzukehren und sich dort den Traum einer eigenen Tanzschule zu erfüllen. Erst als sie gebeten wird für „Art in the Park“ zu tanzen wird ihr klar, wie sehr ihr ihr altes Leben und die Auftritte fehlen. Wäre es so falsch, ein letztes Mal auf der Bühne zu stehen? Und wer wird sie auffangen, wenn sie den Halt verliert? Willkommen in Seattle, der Heimat der „Single Dads of Seattle“! Zehn attraktive alleinerziehende Väter, die jeden Samstagabend Poker spielen, sich gegenseitig helfen und zuhören, ihre Kinder über alles lieben und vor allem eines hoffen: eines Tages wieder die große Liebe zu finden. Dies ist Adams Geschichte. Alle Titel der Reihe „Single Dads of Seattle“ können unabhängig voneinander gelesen werden.
Meine Meinung zur Geschichte
Hier geht es um den alleinerziehenden Vater Adam, seine Tochter Mira und Violett Benson, die trotz Verlustes ihres Mannes ihren gemeinsamen Traum war gemacht hat und eine Tanzschule eröffnet hatte.
Schwerpunktmäßig geht es um das Thema Verlust, Trauer und los lassen, denn Beide, Adam und Violett haben mit Verlust zu kämpfen.
Erotik war ausreichend in der Geschichte zu finden, wobei ich sagen muss, weniger ist oft mehr. Er war zwar ideenreich und handelte garantiert nicht vom Blümchen Sex, nur der Weg dort hin ging mir zu schnell, war zu schwer lastig. Schön hätte ich es gefunden , wenn es passend zur Geschichte eine Steigerung gegeben hätte, so eingeflochten, dass die Geschichte worum es ging nicht so abgehakt gewesen wäre. Beides an sich hatte großes Potential. Die Story war gefühlvoll, thematisch sehr interessant und auch die Form der Erotik ( wer sie mag ) , für einige sicher toll. Für mich war es mal wieder ein Versuch Fifty shade of Gray mit aufzugreifen, aber wie gesagt ist Geschmacksache.
Im ersten Teil der Geschichte musste ich teilweise grinsen, wenn plötzlich aus Adam Mark wurde, dessen Geschichte im ersten Teil zu finden war. Bei so vielen Single Dads nicht einfach, wenn man nicht genau drauf achtet, da können schon mal Namen durcheinander rutschen.
Im Epilog kam mal der Satz auf, dass zwischenzeitlich alle Single Dads nun ihre Partnerinnen hatten – dies fand ich einerseits überflüssig und keineswegs passend, da es erst der 2. Teil der Serie war. ( …. inzwischen war keiner mehr von ihnen Single )
Trotz allem konnte mich die Geschichte an sich mitnehmen, die Gefühle kamen sehr gut rüber, die Trauer, der Verlust, die Ängste.
Fazit.
Inhaltlich gefiel mir die Geschichte, nur die Umsetzung fand ich nicht so nach meinem Geschmack.
Trotz allem freue ich mich auf den 3. Teil der Single Dads dabei wird es um Mitch gehen
Dancing with the Single Dad – Adam
Deutsche Ausgabe
von Whitley Cox
AUFBAU VERLAG GMBH & CO. KG
FRAUENUNTERHALTUNG | LIEBESROMANE
ERSCHEINUNGSTERMIN 01.05.2021
Format: Ebook
Die Autorin hat an nicht an erotischen Szenen gespart
Zum Inhalt
Adam Eastwood weiß, dass eine Tanzschule genau das Richtige für seine quirlige Tochter Mira ist. Den ganzen Tag wirbelt sie im Tutu durch das Haus – warum also nicht einen Profi bezahlen, der ihr beibringt wie man richtig tanzt? Allerdings hat Adam nicht damit gerechnet, dass ausgerechnet Violet Benson von der berühmten New Yorker Ballettkompanie Miras Lehrerin sein würde. Violet ist wunderschön und zudem die perfekte Lehrerin für Mira. Und sie ist genau die Art von Frau, nach der Adam sein ganzes Leben lang gesucht hat. Aber kann Adam den Schmerz und die Trauer über das Scheitern seiner Ehe vergessen? Violet will niemals wieder auf der Bühne stehen, auch wenn es bislang ihr Leben war. Doch wie kann sie weitermachen, wenn ihre große Liebe nicht mehr da ist, um sie aufzufangen? Sie waren eine Einheit – nicht nur auf der Bühne, sondern auch im Leben. Kurzerhand beschließt sie nach Seattle zurückzukehren und sich dort den Traum einer eigenen Tanzschule zu erfüllen. Erst als sie gebeten wird für „Art in the Park“ zu tanzen wird ihr klar, wie sehr ihr ihr altes Leben und die Auftritte fehlen. Wäre es so falsch, ein letztes Mal auf der Bühne zu stehen? Und wer wird sie auffangen, wenn sie den Halt verliert? Willkommen in Seattle, der Heimat der „Single Dads of Seattle“! Zehn attraktive alleinerziehende Väter, die jeden Samstagabend Poker spielen, sich gegenseitig helfen und zuhören, ihre Kinder über alles lieben und vor allem eines hoffen: eines Tages wieder die große Liebe zu finden. Dies ist Adams Geschichte. Alle Titel der Reihe „Single Dads of Seattle“ können unabhängig voneinander gelesen werden.
Meine Meinung zur Geschichte
Hier geht es um den alleinerziehenden Vater Adam, seine Tochter Mira und Violett Benson, die trotz Verlustes ihres Mannes ihren gemeinsamen Traum war gemacht hat und eine Tanzschule eröffnet hatte.
Schwerpunktmäßig geht es um das Thema Verlust, Trauer und los lassen, denn Beide, Adam und Violett haben mit Verlust zu kämpfen.
Erotik war ausreichend in der Geschichte zu finden, wobei ich sagen muss, weniger ist oft mehr. Er war zwar ideenreich und handelte garantiert nicht vom Blümchen Sex, nur der Weg dort hin ging mir zu schnell, war zu schwer lastig. Schön hätte ich es gefunden , wenn es passend zur Geschichte eine Steigerung gegeben hätte, so eingeflochten, dass die Geschichte worum es ging nicht so abgehakt gewesen wäre. Beides an sich hatte großes Potential. Die Story war gefühlvoll, thematisch sehr interessant und auch die Form der Erotik ( wer sie mag ) , für einige sicher toll. Für mich war es mal wieder ein Versuch Fifty shade of Gray mit aufzugreifen, aber wie gesagt ist Geschmacksache.
Im ersten Teil der Geschichte musste ich teilweise grinsen, wenn plötzlich aus Adam Mark wurde, dessen Geschichte im ersten Teil zu finden war. Bei so vielen Single Dads nicht einfach, wenn man nicht genau drauf achtet, da können schon mal Namen durcheinander rutschen.
Im Epilog kam mal der Satz auf, dass zwischenzeitlich alle Single Dads nun ihre Partnerinnen hatten – dies fand ich einerseits überflüssig und keineswegs passend, da es erst der 2. Teil der Serie war. ( …. inzwischen war keiner mehr von ihnen Single )
Trotz allem konnte mich die Geschichte an sich mitnehmen, die Gefühle kamen sehr gut rüber, die Trauer, der Verlust, die Ängste.
Fazit.
Inhaltlich gefiel mir die Geschichte, nur die Umsetzung fand ich nicht so nach meinem Geschmack.
Trotz allem freue ich mich auf den 3. Teil der Single Dads dabei wird es um Mitch gehen
July 10, 2019
Dancing with the Single Dad (The Single Dads of Seattle Book 2) By: Whitley CoxWHO Knew "Dancing with the Single Dad" Could Lead To Such PL€@$U®@BL€ Things!
As They are Recovering from Loss, They find Heal'n in EACH Other's Arms...
But... It's Not Exactly the kind you're think'n,
As She's a Dancer Who's hung up Her Shoes,
When IT comes to being in a Partner's Arms!
At least Until He comes onto the Scene...
And suddenly She's "Dancing with the Single Dad" around the House,
Then, it's NOT LONG before He's coaxed Her BACK for MORE...
Danc'n where They're Gyrating to the BEAT of Sizzling H€@T,
That takes them Further & Further into its Passionate Web!
Soon "Dancing with the Single Dad" is bringing Feelin's OUT,
And She'll have to decide to MOVE Forward,
Embracing a Future "Dancing with the Single Dad,"
or Stay IN the PAST... Lonely with Her BitterSweet Memories!
I was granted, via B00|{$P®0UT, an ARC of Whitley Cox's "Dancing with the Single Dad (The Single Dads of Seattle Book 2)." I recommend this book to others based upon its own recommendations. All opinions expressed within this review are uniquely my own & freely given!
Until next time... Happy Reading!
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