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Surprise Baby for Daddy’s Best Friend
I spent an unforgettable night with a silver fox stranger. Turns out he’s my dad’s best friend. I haven’t seen him in over a decade. Definitely not the damaged Navy SEAL my dad used to hang with. He’s confident and sexy and doesn’t hold back from letting me know exactly what he wants. His sharp jaw draws me in and his chiseled arms give me shivers. Before I know it, he takes me to his room and shows me what an experienced man feels like. Turns out I like it. A LOT. We both can’t get enough of each other. Things get even more complicated when I find out his daughter is my roommate for the week. She makes it her mission to find out who my mystery man is. Our crazy off-limits fling has to end the minute we get home. But it might be hard now that I’m pregnant.
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239 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 6, 2023
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May 23, 2023
A Marriage, Love, and Soon, a Baby Carriage
A destination wedding—especially if the destination is some place exotic and very different from the grey, towering environment of New York City—such as the lush green and blues of the exotic Hawaiian Islands— is a solid “yes”. And when brother, Carl, is the groom at the destination event? Then, wedding becomes an event not to miss. And if, as the groom’s sister, Kim, has a role in the wedding party as a bridesmaid, then the wedding becomes an event to not only experience with joy, but also to feel encouraged to seek her own happily-ever-after—for now.
So, anticipating the travel event where she would be one of the bridesmaids, Kim Bryant, a curvy beauty with green eyes, wavy brunette locks and a light caramel tan, was excited as she anticipated the flight headed west. And, she was certainly excited about the possibility of meeting a fellow attendee for her own wedding adventure. But one thing was certain, she was not looking for a moment with the hotel’s cute bellhop—too young. And, the groom’s friend who was her age and who was definitely attractive was just right, but all wrong in age.
What Kim wanted was a fling with an older, more mature man, a silver fox—just like her dad’s currently single best friend. But, she didn’t anticipate that the silver fox-friend of dad was also the father of a fellow bridesmaid who was her assigned roommate for the wedding. But, one detail she hadn’t given much thought to was collecting mementoes to take home from the happy family and friends gathering. And she had never considered that the memento would be one that would not be fully revealed for 9-months—a memento that might rock her life and destroy her dad’s years of friendship.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. I enjoyed the older man-younger woman romance, but was constantly distracted by the numerous grammar issues, especially with pronouns. Such grammatical errors are distracting to the reader and undercut the writer’s claim that the heroine is a college graduate. The writer needs to consider adding an editor to the writing team.
A destination wedding—especially if the destination is some place exotic and very different from the grey, towering environment of New York City—such as the lush green and blues of the exotic Hawaiian Islands— is a solid “yes”. And when brother, Carl, is the groom at the destination event? Then, wedding becomes an event not to miss. And if, as the groom’s sister, Kim, has a role in the wedding party as a bridesmaid, then the wedding becomes an event to not only experience with joy, but also to feel encouraged to seek her own happily-ever-after—for now.
So, anticipating the travel event where she would be one of the bridesmaids, Kim Bryant, a curvy beauty with green eyes, wavy brunette locks and a light caramel tan, was excited as she anticipated the flight headed west. And, she was certainly excited about the possibility of meeting a fellow attendee for her own wedding adventure. But one thing was certain, she was not looking for a moment with the hotel’s cute bellhop—too young. And, the groom’s friend who was her age and who was definitely attractive was just right, but all wrong in age.
What Kim wanted was a fling with an older, more mature man, a silver fox—just like her dad’s currently single best friend. But, she didn’t anticipate that the silver fox-friend of dad was also the father of a fellow bridesmaid who was her assigned roommate for the wedding. But, one detail she hadn’t given much thought to was collecting mementoes to take home from the happy family and friends gathering. And she had never considered that the memento would be one that would not be fully revealed for 9-months—a memento that might rock her life and destroy her dad’s years of friendship.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. I enjoyed the older man-younger woman romance, but was constantly distracted by the numerous grammar issues, especially with pronouns. Such grammatical errors are distracting to the reader and undercut the writer’s claim that the heroine is a college graduate. The writer needs to consider adding an editor to the writing team.
May 16, 2023
This book has plenty of forbidden steam going on. Lisa Ryan came up with an interesting plot for Surprise Baby for Daddy's Best Friend that got my attention from the beginning and never let go. I couldn't put this book down until I read the last page. Something I really loved about the story was how Lisa included many characters that were a huge part of Jared and Kim's love story. There was not one character that I didn't like because it was impossible not love them all. The story was interesting and chalked full of excitement that made this book worth reading.
Jared is best friends with Kim's dad and these two share an evening of blissful passion before they find out. It gets a little awkward and intense between them. Everyone is in Hawaii for Kim's brothers wedding. Now they need to keep their distance to ensure no one finds out what happened. Kim is sharing a room with Jared's daughter which makes it really difficult for them to share private moments. Trying to stay away from each other is proving to be difficult as they are pulled together like magnets. All of the fun on the island will stay on the island and they have agreed once they get home it will never happen again. It was all going as planned until they find out Kim is carrying his baby. Now we wait and see how everyone reacts once they hear the news.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
Jared is best friends with Kim's dad and these two share an evening of blissful passion before they find out. It gets a little awkward and intense between them. Everyone is in Hawaii for Kim's brothers wedding. Now they need to keep their distance to ensure no one finds out what happened. Kim is sharing a room with Jared's daughter which makes it really difficult for them to share private moments. Trying to stay away from each other is proving to be difficult as they are pulled together like magnets. All of the fun on the island will stay on the island and they have agreed once they get home it will never happen again. It was all going as planned until they find out Kim is carrying his baby. Now we wait and see how everyone reacts once they hear the news.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 16, 2023
A One-Night Stand Becomes Complicated
Both Kim & Jared meet in Maui. Instant attraction leads to a one-night stand. Their lives become complicated when they learn Kim’s dad is also Jared’s best friend plus Jared’s daughter is sharing a room in Maui with Kim while they are all attending the same wedding. Oh my!
How can Kim & Jared keep their hands off each other, keep their attraction a secret from everyone for the week then leave the island & go their separate ways? Even though there is an age gap between them, she is very attracted to older men & she’s the perfect woman who brings the teenage boy out of him. He feels young & alive again, feeling the love when all these years, he felt he didn’t deserve anyone in his life. Having an obsession with each other cannot keep them apart & an unexpected surprise pregnancy brings out the best of them, time to learn about each other more during the pregnancy. Will everyone else judge these two while they are publicly dating? Will the gossip be the deciding factor on a blissful marriage or will it be too much for them, considering they love each other?
I received an ARC of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Both Kim & Jared meet in Maui. Instant attraction leads to a one-night stand. Their lives become complicated when they learn Kim’s dad is also Jared’s best friend plus Jared’s daughter is sharing a room in Maui with Kim while they are all attending the same wedding. Oh my!
How can Kim & Jared keep their hands off each other, keep their attraction a secret from everyone for the week then leave the island & go their separate ways? Even though there is an age gap between them, she is very attracted to older men & she’s the perfect woman who brings the teenage boy out of him. He feels young & alive again, feeling the love when all these years, he felt he didn’t deserve anyone in his life. Having an obsession with each other cannot keep them apart & an unexpected surprise pregnancy brings out the best of them, time to learn about each other more during the pregnancy. Will everyone else judge these two while they are publicly dating? Will the gossip be the deciding factor on a blissful marriage or will it be too much for them, considering they love each other?
I received an ARC of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 7, 2023
Kim’s brother was getting married in Maui. At the resort like a vacation. First night she and her brother and finances go out for drinks. Kim after a while is bored. See a older guy that catch’s her eye asked to sit with him. Thru dance he gets bold and they go to his room which happens to be on the same floor as hers. She doesn’t put it together till later but thru are there for the same wedding.
They have a hot night of sex. Next day when Intriductions are made finds out Jared went to high school with her dad but haven’t stayed in contact over the years. Jared daughter is also in the wedding and rooming with Kim. They continue to hook up for the week they are there but decide not to continue back at home.
Both are miserable thinking about the other. Then when she ends in hospital and her father asks Jared to stay with her till he can get there he finds out why she is there. How everyone survives the fell out of finding out they were together the wedding week is the rest of the story. I received a advanced free copy of book for a honest review
They have a hot night of sex. Next day when Intriductions are made finds out Jared went to high school with her dad but haven’t stayed in contact over the years. Jared daughter is also in the wedding and rooming with Kim. They continue to hook up for the week they are there but decide not to continue back at home.
Both are miserable thinking about the other. Then when she ends in hospital and her father asks Jared to stay with her till he can get there he finds out why she is there. How everyone survives the fell out of finding out they were together the wedding week is the rest of the story. I received a advanced free copy of book for a honest review
May 1, 2023
I was the lucky recipient of another ARC from Lisa and, as usual, I loved it!
This story follows Kim, a young 20 something attending her brother’s destination wedding in Maui. She’s sharing a room with Mandi, one of the other bridesmaids but, rather than stay in on her first night in paradise, she goes out with her brother and future sister in law and meets a gorgeous silver fox while out.
Jared is a somewhat lonely guy minding his own business at a bar, and then, he sees her. He and Kim spend a raunchy night together but it’s the next day that they realise who they are - Jared is Mandi’s dad and Kim’s Dad’s best friend.
As usual, Lisa brings the spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️ She seamlessly moves through chapters and the reader is easily able to follow along. I love a good HAE and, coupled with one of my favourite tropes of an age gap romance, this was the perfect Sunday afternoon read.
This story follows Kim, a young 20 something attending her brother’s destination wedding in Maui. She’s sharing a room with Mandi, one of the other bridesmaids but, rather than stay in on her first night in paradise, she goes out with her brother and future sister in law and meets a gorgeous silver fox while out.
Jared is a somewhat lonely guy minding his own business at a bar, and then, he sees her. He and Kim spend a raunchy night together but it’s the next day that they realise who they are - Jared is Mandi’s dad and Kim’s Dad’s best friend.
As usual, Lisa brings the spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️ She seamlessly moves through chapters and the reader is easily able to follow along. I love a good HAE and, coupled with one of my favourite tropes of an age gap romance, this was the perfect Sunday afternoon read.
May 7, 2023
Arc Review
3 1/2 stars
Meet and greet - a night of fun. After the pleasure comes the understanding. Again, - Dads : old best friends and always includes a daughter.
Jared : a volatile person who has experienced much but is also a warm person who is also getting out of the darkness. Not aligning him as a bad character, but a troublesome man who is getting better.
Kim : younger person, hence age difference but always fancies a silver fox in a partner. Both were attending the wedding of her brother and …… the story goes along.
No further spoiling. A note to self and readers, there appears to be many “best friend & babies” storylines at the moment. No disrespect to Lisa Ryan as this was an enjoyable read but feels a little like others i have read & reviewed. Please don’t allow my additional notes to guide you away from this read.
3 1/2 stars
Meet and greet - a night of fun. After the pleasure comes the understanding. Again, - Dads : old best friends and always includes a daughter.
Jared : a volatile person who has experienced much but is also a warm person who is also getting out of the darkness. Not aligning him as a bad character, but a troublesome man who is getting better.
Kim : younger person, hence age difference but always fancies a silver fox in a partner. Both were attending the wedding of her brother and …… the story goes along.
No further spoiling. A note to self and readers, there appears to be many “best friend & babies” storylines at the moment. No disrespect to Lisa Ryan as this was an enjoyable read but feels a little like others i have read & reviewed. Please don’t allow my additional notes to guide you away from this read.
July 22, 2024
So... overall I liked the premise but there were so many errors. Last chapters switched character names and one was even a mislabeled pov. I thought the story had promise but several important things were glossed over and overlooked. Clearly Jared is dealing with some issues that aren't really talked about and the fact that there's some implied abuse on a previous partner. His behavior at times was very unhinged like serious therapy should have been involved but we end the book with him just being like yeah I feel better now. 🙄 Sex is their main the connection and aside of that they don't really connect. He clashes with her brother during a dinner and the age aspect would seem to be a bigger issue than it's made to be. I wish this had been explored and that they both acknowledged and worked together with some help to overcome obstacles that would more than likely arise.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 22, 2023
Kim goes away for her brother and sister in law’s wedding. She is attracted to older men and on her first night she has a hot fling with Jared.
She doesn’t realise that he is her dad’s best friend and roommate’s dad!
They have a hot affair over the week and agree not to see each other again. Cue the surprise pregnancy. I liked how the author wrote about Kim being RH negative as this isn’t really spoke about all that much. After the baby drama, will the couple end back together and try and be a family.
This book was an easy read and flowed well. I would like to read more Lisa Ryan books in the future.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
She doesn’t realise that he is her dad’s best friend and roommate’s dad!
They have a hot affair over the week and agree not to see each other again. Cue the surprise pregnancy. I liked how the author wrote about Kim being RH negative as this isn’t really spoke about all that much. After the baby drama, will the couple end back together and try and be a family.
This book was an easy read and flowed well. I would like to read more Lisa Ryan books in the future.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 6, 2023
Kim is at her brother's wedding in Hawaii when she meets Jared. Sparks fly between them, and they end up going back to his room. They try to stay away from each other, but they are drawn right back to each other. So, they don't contact each other once they return home yet when things get complicated for Kim its Jared that turns up. Will they finally make their relationship public?
This is a great story that once I started it I couldn't put it down. This is a well written and very entertaining story. Its a book that any book lover would enjoy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is a great story that once I started it I couldn't put it down. This is a well written and very entertaining story. Its a book that any book lover would enjoy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 22, 2023
I enjoyed this story. The ending leaves a bit to be desired only because I felt the author could have taken us a bit further into the future with a second epilogue or an addition to the epilogue included but, other than that, it was a good read. I enjoyed and that's all that really matters. I like that the couple wasn't instalove or something truly unbelievable. The couple met on vacation and had a fling, which turned into more after they went home and had some time apart. They found their way back together and the rest is history. I would have liked it if this was a series so I could read more about Mandi, Jessica, Amanda and Carl, or maybe even Maurice.
May 7, 2023
Kim is attending her brother’s destination wedding in Maui, when she meets a sexy silver fox in the bar, and they end up spending a spicy night together. Next morning, she finds out that Jared is the father of Mandi, who is one of the other bridesmaids, and Kim’s roommate, but he is also her dad’s best friend. This is a well written story which has emotions, family, friendships, and love, which leads to an entertaining easy to read romance story.
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.
May 7, 2023
Jared and Kim's Story . . .
Traveling to a destination wedding, Kim is on the prowl for an older man with experience to spend the night with. Jared is perfect for her plans and the two of them enjoy their time together. But when they bump into each other again as part of the wedding, she discovers she has been with her dad’s best friend! And her roommate for the week is his daughter who is curious about her new guy! They figure they have no choice now and must break things off once they head home. But will their plans change when she finds out she did not return home “alone”?
Traveling to a destination wedding, Kim is on the prowl for an older man with experience to spend the night with. Jared is perfect for her plans and the two of them enjoy their time together. But when they bump into each other again as part of the wedding, she discovers she has been with her dad’s best friend! And her roommate for the week is his daughter who is curious about her new guy! They figure they have no choice now and must break things off once they head home. But will their plans change when she finds out she did not return home “alone”?
May 12, 2023
Surprise
Weddings, beaches, and instant chemistry. Kim was at her brothers destination wedding when her eye is caught by a vision of her destiny. Little does she know but Mr. Tall, Greying and Sexy has already been involved in her life. Just imagine a father and a brother deciding that a man is not good enough for their little girl! Can Kim survive the power struggle, the emotions and all of the drama that is heading her way?.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Weddings, beaches, and instant chemistry. Kim was at her brothers destination wedding when her eye is caught by a vision of her destiny. Little does she know but Mr. Tall, Greying and Sexy has already been involved in her life. Just imagine a father and a brother deciding that a man is not good enough for their little girl! Can Kim survive the power struggle, the emotions and all of the drama that is heading her way?.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 18, 2023
This is a great short and steamy read.
Two strangers - Kim and Jared - share a connection and one night. Then learn they're not quite strangers, as Jared is an old friend of Kim's father. And his daughter is Kim's roommate for a week.
Their connection goes beyond the one night, and they can't resist the pull towards each other. But will it go further? And what will people think when they find out?
Fun read, with great characters and lots of feels!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Two strangers - Kim and Jared - share a connection and one night. Then learn they're not quite strangers, as Jared is an old friend of Kim's father. And his daughter is Kim's roommate for a week.
Their connection goes beyond the one night, and they can't resist the pull towards each other. But will it go further? And what will people think when they find out?
Fun read, with great characters and lots of feels!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 6, 2023
They meet at her brother's destination wedding and have an intimate night together. Turns out he is her father's best friend but they are drawn to each other and continue their liaison. When the dust clears will friendships end and will Jared and Kim get their chance for happiness. This story had me in their corner.
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.
May 7, 2023
A great afternoon read
A great age gap novel that contains a sexy silver fox. Kim & Jared's connection is undeniable but when they realise who each other is will this just be a wedding fling? Little do they realise their lives are about to be forever changed. Will there be fireworks when family & friends find out?.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
A great age gap novel that contains a sexy silver fox. Kim & Jared's connection is undeniable but when they realise who each other is will this just be a wedding fling? Little do they realise their lives are about to be forever changed. Will there be fireworks when family & friends find out?.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 6, 2023
This was better than expected, bearing in mind I was bracing for super cringe when both Kim and Jarod realise that Maurice is Kim's dad. That sick feeling never came and I actually liked them as a couple.
Overall the story was good, and kept me hooked enough to want to know what happened next.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Overall the story was good, and kept me hooked enough to want to know what happened next.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 6, 2023
Lisa Ryan has given us another beautiful story. The characters were great and a good storyline that will keep you glued to your book. The books I've read by her have all been page turners, so I definitely recommend this book.
I have received an Advance Reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review
I have received an Advance Reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review
May 7, 2023
Drama. Drama. Drama. So much going on. The characters are really interesting and entertaining. Lots of chemistry. You get pulled into the story and taken along for the ride. Great storyline. You're going to love it.
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.
May 7, 2023
Surprise Baby for Daddy's Best Friend is a captivating story of Jared and Kim,An age gap romance with steam,entertaining,with light drama..A grumpy billionaire with baggage and a young woman who fell for him..
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.
May 7, 2023
Jared and Kim’s story has them meeting in a bar after a wedding. He is her dads bf and her roommate’s dad. A good age gap,drama induced, emotional packed story that has you reading to see what these entertaining characters endure. I volunteered to read for my honesty.
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.
July 18, 2023
31/2 ⭐'s for mistakes
The story in and of itself was fine, but the author would mix up names or change the spelling of a name throughout the book. As someone who is a big reader, it drives me crazy when peace only use spellchecker, but don't bother to read through their own damn books. I guess this is why it my first time reading this author's book.
The story in and of itself was fine, but the author would mix up names or change the spelling of a name throughout the book. As someone who is a big reader, it drives me crazy when peace only use spellchecker, but don't bother to read through their own damn books. I guess this is why it my first time reading this author's book.
July 23, 2023
Decent
The storyline was decent. There were a few errors with correct name placement. MMC talked a little too much intensely about his wealth yet nothing was out of the ordinary in expense that he did outside of ordering rental cars. The main characters didn’t waste unnecessary time trying to talk themselves out of being together once the reconnected.
The storyline was decent. There were a few errors with correct name placement. MMC talked a little too much intensely about his wealth yet nothing was out of the ordinary in expense that he did outside of ordering rental cars. The main characters didn’t waste unnecessary time trying to talk themselves out of being together once the reconnected.
May 13, 2023
Really enjoyed Jared and Kim’s story, just a little spice (that was very good) added to a story that had a beginning, middle and end. Wouldn’t mind hearing more about their story.
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.
May 16, 2023
Such a great story! All sorts of emotions at work and Lisa really knows how to make you feel how the characters are feeling! The story of Jared and Kim is a must read page turner!.
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.
March 20, 2024
not terrible
The story started pretty good and had a lot of promise but the end felt totally rushed and jumped ahead 6 months with no lead up to it. The last chapter said it was Jared’s POV but was actually Kim’s.
The story started pretty good and had a lot of promise but the end felt totally rushed and jumped ahead 6 months with no lead up to it. The last chapter said it was Jared’s POV but was actually Kim’s.
May 8, 2023
Was cute read. I liked it
June 1, 2023
Awesome Read!!
I would recommend, loved the story line!!!
It was never a bored moment in this story, loved reading this one and will read others by this author.
I would recommend, loved the story line!!!
It was never a bored moment in this story, loved reading this one and will read others by this author.
August 1, 2023
Surprise Baby for Dad's Best Friend
Another good story about believable and likeable characters. I have enjoyed reading this story and I look forward to more.
Another good story about believable and likeable characters. I have enjoyed reading this story and I look forward to more.
October 16, 2025
Sweet
Very nice story, but towards the ending it lacked something. It is worth the read because it does have you on edge due to their sneaking around.
Very nice story, but towards the ending it lacked something. It is worth the read because it does have you on edge due to their sneaking around.
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