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Just For Fun
She needs a date to some swanky something-or-other. He’s more of a fish-sticks-and-denim guy. But for a woman who’s not afraid to get naughty in an elevator at a charity fundraiser, he can stand a couple days of smoked salmon and Armani.
With their chemistry there’s no doubt they can pull off a fake relationship. They just need to remember that in the end, they’re going in very opposite directions.
But what could go wrong? It’s just a weekend. It’s just this one time. It’s just for fun.
**this book was previously published as Just For Fun, the Bradfords book 4**
With their chemistry there’s no doubt they can pull off a fake relationship. They just need to remember that in the end, they’re going in very opposite directions.
But what could go wrong? It’s just a weekend. It’s just this one time. It’s just for fun.
**this book was previously published as Just For Fun, the Bradfords book 4**
328 pages, ebook
First published July 1, 2012
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Erin Nicholas
152 books3,807 followersErin Nicholas is the New York Times bestselling author of over sixty sexy contemporary romances. Her stories have been described as toe-curling, enchanting, steamy and fun.
She lives in the Midwest with her husband who only wants to read the sex scenes in her books, her kids who will never read the sex scenes in her books, and family and friends who say they’re shocked by the sex scenes in her books (yeah, right!).
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She lives in the Midwest with her husband who only wants to read the sex scenes in her books, her kids who will never read the sex scenes in her books, and family and friends who say they’re shocked by the sex scenes in her books (yeah, right!).
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August 1, 2012
Slick's review posted on Guilty Pleasures
I’m wondering when Erin Nicholas sat down to write Just For Fun if she said to herself, “I’m going to write the best damn book of my career.” I’m not saying her other books aren’t good, because they are and I’ve enjoyed every one but this book is over the top, stay up until 3 a.m., cherry on the top of a pecan caramel fudge sundae good! Now you’ll know I’m invested in these characters and this series because you’ve read all my other reviews BUT I think even if all you’ve read is Erin’s freebie short, Just The Way I Like It, you’d still finish this book and say “wow”! Me, I finished it and I wanted to watch Pretty Woman and go back and re-read Lori Foster’s entire library and then re-read this book! Now you’re thinking, “what the heck, did she fall and hit her head?” The answer is no and you’ll understand shortly. ;)
Since the first book in this series I have been enamored with Doug (Dooley) Miller. I can’t tell you why exactly but he’s always kind of fascinated me. Maybe it’s because he seems so laid back, so nonchalant about life in general but when his friends need him he always gives out very sage advice. That right there makes you think, there is way more to this guy than he’s letting on. Boy, was I right! Dooley (sorry but I just can’t call him Doug) is part of the ace paramedic team that includes Sam, Mac, and Kevin. They are more than a team, they are this strange little family who you just can’t help wanting to be a part of. We also find out that Dooley is a big brother, a devoted uncle, and takes care of his Dad who had a stroke 11 years ago. On top of that he volunteers at the Bradford Center for Youth and helps take care of a group of older women who the crew met a few years back on a call. Oh yeah, and he READS romance books by none other than Lori Foster. Seriously, how can you not be in love with this guy already??
Morgan (Sugar) James never thought she’d see Doug again. Of course she didn’t even know his real name so that fact that she tracks him down after a 4 ½ hour tryst is beyond her reasonable thinking. Morgan works for a very large and expensive group of hotels. She’s what Dooley refers to as high maintenance. She likes nice things, she works hard for them but money is important to her. Thing is she equates money with security because of her somewhat unconventional childhood. She is dedicated and driven but she lacks spontaneity, something she doesn’t have a problem with when Dooley is around.
Morgan asks Dooley to accompany her on a business trip to Chicago because their attraction, heat, steam, whatever you want to call it is so damn hot that she knows he’ll keep her away from her smarmy ex-boyfriend who steals all of her good ideas. Dooley agrees but then tells his friends he’s not going to go. His best friend Kevin knows exactly why he says he can’t go and immediately arranges it so that he can. I need to say a little bit about Kevin; whoever ends up with this guy is one lucky girl. I’ve always liked and admired his character, but the way he goes above and beyond in this book to see Dooley happy makes him a hero in my heart. The guy is just awesome!
The whole time Morgan and Dooley are in Chicago they are telling themselves and each other that their arrangement is “just for fun” but it becomes evident quite quickly that what they are experiencing is a lot more than fun. What I absolutely love is Dooley calling his friends from Chicago and them giving him all sort of funny, interesting, and sarcastic advice and comparing his arrangement with Morgan to the movie, Pretty Woman. Absolutely laugh out loud funny moments in this book.
These two have an unconventional relationship which makes their story even more enjoyable. There is a lot of wooing that goes on and it’s hilarious, sweet, and very hot. Dooley’s family and friends play a huge part in this book and it wouldn’t be the same without them. They are the most amazing group of people you could even hope to meet and have in your life. Both Dooley and Morgan have to change their thinking and let go of some of their past fears. They struggle with the change, boy do they struggle, but it is fun and interesting to watch the way they each get to where they need to be to make things work between the two of them. This book is very much about give and take in relationships and letting go of expectations no matter how important you think they are.
The amazing cast of characters, the superior writing that makes you feel you are part of the action, and an ending that proves with compromise all things are possible makes Just For Fun one of my top five books of this year. With this book, Erin Nicholas firmly establishes herself as one of the most exciting writers to watch. ** Oh, and Erin I hope you know that after this book I’m expecting a really great story for Kevin because he is an awesome guy and super friend and don’t think I’m not already wondering what you have in store for Jay, because I am!
One of my favorite scenes, even reading JFF a second time it cracked me up:
Apparently satisfied he’d answered her questions, he reached under his seat and pulled out his bag. From the front pocket he retrieved a book. She couldn’t help it—she reached over and tipped the book to see the cover. The first thing she saw was the hot half-naked man on the front. The second thing was the name of the author. “Doug?” ”Yeah?” He opened to a page about a third of the way through. ”That’s a Lori Foster book.” ”Right.” ”Do you know it’s a romance?” ”The other four I’ve read were, so I assumed it was.” She put her hand over the page in front of him forcing him to look at her. ”You read romance?” ”Have you ever read a Lori Foster book?” ”Well….no.” ”So you’re not aware of the hot women and hot sex scenes? I mean she uses the word clit. Why wouldn’t I read it?”
I’m wondering when Erin Nicholas sat down to write Just For Fun if she said to herself, “I’m going to write the best damn book of my career.” I’m not saying her other books aren’t good, because they are and I’ve enjoyed every one but this book is over the top, stay up until 3 a.m., cherry on the top of a pecan caramel fudge sundae good! Now you’ll know I’m invested in these characters and this series because you’ve read all my other reviews BUT I think even if all you’ve read is Erin’s freebie short, Just The Way I Like It, you’d still finish this book and say “wow”! Me, I finished it and I wanted to watch Pretty Woman and go back and re-read Lori Foster’s entire library and then re-read this book! Now you’re thinking, “what the heck, did she fall and hit her head?” The answer is no and you’ll understand shortly. ;)
Since the first book in this series I have been enamored with Doug (Dooley) Miller. I can’t tell you why exactly but he’s always kind of fascinated me. Maybe it’s because he seems so laid back, so nonchalant about life in general but when his friends need him he always gives out very sage advice. That right there makes you think, there is way more to this guy than he’s letting on. Boy, was I right! Dooley (sorry but I just can’t call him Doug) is part of the ace paramedic team that includes Sam, Mac, and Kevin. They are more than a team, they are this strange little family who you just can’t help wanting to be a part of. We also find out that Dooley is a big brother, a devoted uncle, and takes care of his Dad who had a stroke 11 years ago. On top of that he volunteers at the Bradford Center for Youth and helps take care of a group of older women who the crew met a few years back on a call. Oh yeah, and he READS romance books by none other than Lori Foster. Seriously, how can you not be in love with this guy already??
Morgan (Sugar) James never thought she’d see Doug again. Of course she didn’t even know his real name so that fact that she tracks him down after a 4 ½ hour tryst is beyond her reasonable thinking. Morgan works for a very large and expensive group of hotels. She’s what Dooley refers to as high maintenance. She likes nice things, she works hard for them but money is important to her. Thing is she equates money with security because of her somewhat unconventional childhood. She is dedicated and driven but she lacks spontaneity, something she doesn’t have a problem with when Dooley is around.
Morgan asks Dooley to accompany her on a business trip to Chicago because their attraction, heat, steam, whatever you want to call it is so damn hot that she knows he’ll keep her away from her smarmy ex-boyfriend who steals all of her good ideas. Dooley agrees but then tells his friends he’s not going to go. His best friend Kevin knows exactly why he says he can’t go and immediately arranges it so that he can. I need to say a little bit about Kevin; whoever ends up with this guy is one lucky girl. I’ve always liked and admired his character, but the way he goes above and beyond in this book to see Dooley happy makes him a hero in my heart. The guy is just awesome!
The whole time Morgan and Dooley are in Chicago they are telling themselves and each other that their arrangement is “just for fun” but it becomes evident quite quickly that what they are experiencing is a lot more than fun. What I absolutely love is Dooley calling his friends from Chicago and them giving him all sort of funny, interesting, and sarcastic advice and comparing his arrangement with Morgan to the movie, Pretty Woman. Absolutely laugh out loud funny moments in this book.
These two have an unconventional relationship which makes their story even more enjoyable. There is a lot of wooing that goes on and it’s hilarious, sweet, and very hot. Dooley’s family and friends play a huge part in this book and it wouldn’t be the same without them. They are the most amazing group of people you could even hope to meet and have in your life. Both Dooley and Morgan have to change their thinking and let go of some of their past fears. They struggle with the change, boy do they struggle, but it is fun and interesting to watch the way they each get to where they need to be to make things work between the two of them. This book is very much about give and take in relationships and letting go of expectations no matter how important you think they are.
The amazing cast of characters, the superior writing that makes you feel you are part of the action, and an ending that proves with compromise all things are possible makes Just For Fun one of my top five books of this year. With this book, Erin Nicholas firmly establishes herself as one of the most exciting writers to watch. ** Oh, and Erin I hope you know that after this book I’m expecting a really great story for Kevin because he is an awesome guy and super friend and don’t think I’m not already wondering what you have in store for Jay, because I am!
One of my favorite scenes, even reading JFF a second time it cracked me up:
Apparently satisfied he’d answered her questions, he reached under his seat and pulled out his bag. From the front pocket he retrieved a book. She couldn’t help it—she reached over and tipped the book to see the cover. The first thing she saw was the hot half-naked man on the front. The second thing was the name of the author. “Doug?” ”Yeah?” He opened to a page about a third of the way through. ”That’s a Lori Foster book.” ”Right.” ”Do you know it’s a romance?” ”The other four I’ve read were, so I assumed it was.” She put her hand over the page in front of him forcing him to look at her. ”You read romance?” ”Have you ever read a Lori Foster book?” ”Well….no.” ”So you’re not aware of the hot women and hot sex scenes? I mean she uses the word clit. Why wouldn’t I read it?”
July 13, 2012
The latest instalment in Erin Nicholas' The Bradfords series and with each new book Erin Nicholas amazes me as I haven't thought it would be possible for me to love this series more than I did, but with each new novel I acquire a new set of favourite characters.
Just For Fun is Dooley's story, a character who didn't really mark me in the previous novels but after Just For Fun he became a favourite of mine. He is cheeky, funny, warmhearted and so very lovable.
A wonderful addition to the series, and if you haven't read The Bradfords books by Erin Nicholas yet, no worries, they can be enjoyed as standalones very well (that's how I read the first 3 books), but of course once you get a taste, you'll want to read more. Thankfully there are 4 books to quench your craving ;-)
Erin Nicholas is a must read for any contemporary romance lover, and those who don't really enjoy contemporary romance should give a chance to Erin Nicholas, she'll change your opinion. I know what I'm talking abouot, she changed mine.
Just For Fun is Dooley's story, a character who didn't really mark me in the previous novels but after Just For Fun he became a favourite of mine. He is cheeky, funny, warmhearted and so very lovable.
A wonderful addition to the series, and if you haven't read The Bradfords books by Erin Nicholas yet, no worries, they can be enjoyed as standalones very well (that's how I read the first 3 books), but of course once you get a taste, you'll want to read more. Thankfully there are 4 books to quench your craving ;-)
Erin Nicholas is a must read for any contemporary romance lover, and those who don't really enjoy contemporary romance should give a chance to Erin Nicholas, she'll change your opinion. I know what I'm talking abouot, she changed mine.
February 2, 2019
This review was originally posted on Books of My Heart
Review copy was received from Publisher. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
This series seems to have two names The Bradfords and Everyday Heroes. The stories revolve around the Bradford family, their community center, doctors, nurses and paramedics. The whole circle of families and friends and their continuing support of each other make this series so special to me.
Just for Fun was sort of a fake relationship trope, which is one of my favorites. The couple gets to try on a relationship without worrying about commitment but then one or both usually really likes the other. Dooley (Doug) and Morgan meet at a fundraiser and have a sexy evening. They each have some misconceptions about each other and also about their own lives.
Their growth and what they learn about themselves and each other is an emotional journey. I laughed and cried. The ending was crazy and awesome. I'm all in for Kevin's story, Just A Kiss at the end of February, a second chance romance.
Narration:
Karen White did an amazing job with this one. The humor in the dialogue was performed expertly. I can mostly recognize the different characters' voices a bit now in the series. I was able to listen comfortably at 1.5x speed which is new for me.
Listen to a clip:
https://soundcloud.com/user-149056452...
Review copy was received from Publisher. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
This series seems to have two names The Bradfords and Everyday Heroes. The stories revolve around the Bradford family, their community center, doctors, nurses and paramedics. The whole circle of families and friends and their continuing support of each other make this series so special to me.
Just for Fun was sort of a fake relationship trope, which is one of my favorites. The couple gets to try on a relationship without worrying about commitment but then one or both usually really likes the other. Dooley (Doug) and Morgan meet at a fundraiser and have a sexy evening. They each have some misconceptions about each other and also about their own lives.
Their growth and what they learn about themselves and each other is an emotional journey. I laughed and cried. The ending was crazy and awesome. I'm all in for Kevin's story, Just A Kiss at the end of February, a second chance romance.
Narration:
Karen White did an amazing job with this one. The humor in the dialogue was performed expertly. I can mostly recognize the different characters' voices a bit now in the series. I was able to listen comfortably at 1.5x speed which is new for me.
Listen to a clip:
https://soundcloud.com/user-149056452...
January 25, 2020
Dooley!
I am in love with this series. It's fantastic and Dooley has been a great secondary character but I wasn't sure how he would be as a hero. Until this book.
Dooley has always been the fun friend, quick with a dirty joke and some sexy advice. I loved him for that but I loved him even more in this book! He has so much going on. So many responsibilities. Relationships are the farthest thing from his mind. Until Morgan. I wasn't sure how I felt about Morgan at first. Snobby? Entitled? Misunderstood? Maybe a combination of all those? In the end I loved her tenacity and her vulnerability. She was a perfect match for Dooley and his combination of family and friends.
Dooley really surprised me! I had him pegged as goofy and laid back, but he had a really intense streak that I loved. And these two are Steamy, yes, capitol S!!
I can't wait to read Kevin's story!!
I am in love with this series. It's fantastic and Dooley has been a great secondary character but I wasn't sure how he would be as a hero. Until this book.
Dooley has always been the fun friend, quick with a dirty joke and some sexy advice. I loved him for that but I loved him even more in this book! He has so much going on. So many responsibilities. Relationships are the farthest thing from his mind. Until Morgan. I wasn't sure how I felt about Morgan at first. Snobby? Entitled? Misunderstood? Maybe a combination of all those? In the end I loved her tenacity and her vulnerability. She was a perfect match for Dooley and his combination of family and friends.
Dooley really surprised me! I had him pegged as goofy and laid back, but he had a really intense streak that I loved. And these two are Steamy, yes, capitol S!!
I can't wait to read Kevin's story!!
March 18, 2024
Another fabulous book!
Douglas Morgan, or Dooley as his friend's call him may have met the perfect girl. Morgan is fun, spontaneous, gorgeous and smart! She comes looking for him after their night together the month before, to give him a proposition. She wants him to travel out of town with him for the weekend, and be at his "beck and call". He's not so sure he's interested, with work and responsibilities at home but his friend Kevin said he'll take care of everything. Once he goes, he knows this was a mistake because he can see this ending badly because he's already falling for her.
Morgan is taking him with her to Chicago, for a buffer between her and her coworker and ex boyfriend, Todd but realizes she's not as drawn to him as she previously was. She works at the Britton, a luxury hotel chain, spread across the country and she's competing for a promotion, that's what she's been wanting, for years. Now that it's in her grasp, does she even want it anymore?
She starts spending time with Doug, Senior, his friends, Sam, Kevin, Mac and Ben, along with their partners, Dani, Sara and Jessica, as well as Dooley's sisters/families.
With Dooley's laid back attitude, and Morgan's luxury lifestyle though, can they really make it work? Or are they just too different and neither willing to compromise. Dooley knows his friends will have a field day with him. He's expecting payback for all the ribbing he's done when they met their wives.
Lovers of romantic comedies, with some spice and a whole lot of friends like family, you can't go wrong with this series. I love each one a little more than the previous one in this series!
Next is Kevin's turn. Should be good, because it appears his friends are going to try to set him up.
I love Erin Nichols and her books!
Douglas Morgan, or Dooley as his friend's call him may have met the perfect girl. Morgan is fun, spontaneous, gorgeous and smart! She comes looking for him after their night together the month before, to give him a proposition. She wants him to travel out of town with him for the weekend, and be at his "beck and call". He's not so sure he's interested, with work and responsibilities at home but his friend Kevin said he'll take care of everything. Once he goes, he knows this was a mistake because he can see this ending badly because he's already falling for her.
Morgan is taking him with her to Chicago, for a buffer between her and her coworker and ex boyfriend, Todd but realizes she's not as drawn to him as she previously was. She works at the Britton, a luxury hotel chain, spread across the country and she's competing for a promotion, that's what she's been wanting, for years. Now that it's in her grasp, does she even want it anymore?
She starts spending time with Doug, Senior, his friends, Sam, Kevin, Mac and Ben, along with their partners, Dani, Sara and Jessica, as well as Dooley's sisters/families.
With Dooley's laid back attitude, and Morgan's luxury lifestyle though, can they really make it work? Or are they just too different and neither willing to compromise. Dooley knows his friends will have a field day with him. He's expecting payback for all the ribbing he's done when they met their wives.
Lovers of romantic comedies, with some spice and a whole lot of friends like family, you can't go wrong with this series. I love each one a little more than the previous one in this series!
Next is Kevin's turn. Should be good, because it appears his friends are going to try to set him up.
I love Erin Nichols and her books!
July 5, 2018
Dooley is a fun and hot man
Dooley (Doug) Miller is a hot and fun man... He wants just the fun in women but when Morgan James needs his help to that she is not tempted to sleep with her ex, on a work weekend, Dooley accepts and thinks it will be fun, but the weekend was more than fun it was a meeting of souls and to fall in love.
As two people who do not want relationship or fall in love discover their 'The One' and are so perfect for each other.
I really love Dooley and Morgan love story and all the family interfering and helping the two to stay together and I loved every reference to 'Pretty woman' the movie.
Dooley (Doug) Miller is a hot and fun man... He wants just the fun in women but when Morgan James needs his help to that she is not tempted to sleep with her ex, on a work weekend, Dooley accepts and thinks it will be fun, but the weekend was more than fun it was a meeting of souls and to fall in love.
As two people who do not want relationship or fall in love discover their 'The One' and are so perfect for each other.
I really love Dooley and Morgan love story and all the family interfering and helping the two to stay together and I loved every reference to 'Pretty woman' the movie.
July 23, 2021
I’ve been on a binge reading the Just Everyday Heroes series: book one turned out to be a re-read (as I didn’t recognize the story until I got 25% into it); book 2, was way better than expected; book 3 has been a favorite of mine for ages. Since I had not attempted book 4, Just For Fun, I decided to jump in. I found out this one was not for me.
When I read the romance genre, I like a book with a little sex in it. Though I have been known to read everything from clean romance to erotica, I prefer the balance to tip toward the story, rather than the sex. Just For Fun seems to be balanced toward the sex.
The blurb sounded like a fun story with Dooley going on a weekend fake relationship date with a woman (Morgan) he had a one-elevator-ride with to help her secure a promotion. But it turned out to be about Dooley being Morgan’s date on a work weekend for the purpose of keeping the Morgan from falling back into to bed with a manipulative rival who has stolen work-related ideas from her and used them for his gain in the company. Morgan is highly attracted to the rival and knows she cannot resist his temptations, so she enlists Dooley in her scheme as he is the only man with whom she wants to have sex with more (than the rival).
I know part of my dissatisfaction with this book has to do with Morgan; I just didn’t like her at all. Even after 25% of the audio, I wasn’t having the fun time I expected.
Oh, well…win some, lose some.
When I read the romance genre, I like a book with a little sex in it. Though I have been known to read everything from clean romance to erotica, I prefer the balance to tip toward the story, rather than the sex. Just For Fun seems to be balanced toward the sex.
The blurb sounded like a fun story with Dooley going on a weekend fake relationship date with a woman (Morgan) he had a one-elevator-ride with to help her secure a promotion. But it turned out to be about Dooley being Morgan’s date on a work weekend for the purpose of keeping the Morgan from falling back into to bed with a manipulative rival who has stolen work-related ideas from her and used them for his gain in the company. Morgan is highly attracted to the rival and knows she cannot resist his temptations, so she enlists Dooley in her scheme as he is the only man with whom she wants to have sex with more (than the rival).
I know part of my dissatisfaction with this book has to do with Morgan; I just didn’t like her at all. Even after 25% of the audio, I wasn’t having the fun time I expected.
Oh, well…win some, lose some.
June 12, 2018
Wow! Erin Nicholas has really done it with this book. Just For Fun was beyond FABULOUS. It was even beyond PERFECT. To me reading this book was like winning Starbucks for Life. I mean just the best ever. Now don't get me wrong all of Erin Nicholas's books are amazing but Just for Fun was beyond amazing. Erin Nicholas is a fabulous author. She really captivates her reader's. She knows what her audience wants and always delivers.
In Just for Fun we finally get Doug Miller's (also know as Dooley)story. Dooley is laid back, wise with words and very caring. He is an EMT, a volunteer at the Bradford Center for Youth, he is also devoted to caring for his father who had suffered a stroke years ago. He also reads ROMANCE novels. That's right ladies he reads ROMANCE novels. Pretty perfect wouldn't you say. I say a man that reads is sexy but a man that reads romance novels is HOT.
In Just for Fun Dooley has a hot four hour sexual moment with Morgan James(aka Sugar). Morgan is high maintenance and works for a group of expensive hotels. Morgan is dedicated and hard working. For Morgan money is very important to her. Morgan wants to have fun but also have the means to have fun. Without knowing Dooley's real name or anything about him she is able to track him down. Now that is impressive.
Morgan asks Dooley to accompany her on a business trip hoping that having Dooley around will help with her ex. From the moment Dooley and Morgan are around each other you can feel their heat and chemistry. I loved reading their struggles and seeing them overcome their struggles. I became really invested in Dooley as I read more and more of this book. Dooley and Morgan's attraction to one another is undeniable. I love the friendship Dooley and the guys have. It's just truly amazing and you see that what Dooley and guys have is what friendship is all about. More importantly you could see that these guys were more than just friend's, they were family. There are several Pretty Woman reference's and I love that thouroughly considering Pretty Woman is one of my all time favorite movies. I loved the conversation about romance novels and how he told her to read Lori Foster's book. Let me just add that I will never look at another hot fudge sundae in the same way. I loved seeing Dooley be the one who was a bit lost and confused and being the one needing his friends advice and help. There a few hilarious moments and a few heart swooning moments. I just melted the moment Dooley realized he was head over heels for Morgan. I loved watching Morgan want to make Dooley happy. I'd say she did that. I loved every aspect of Just for Fun and loved seeing Dooley and Morgan together. The more Dooley tried to prove she wasn't his type of woman, the more he realized she was just the woman he wanted and needed. I really felt as if I were there. I could feel there conflict. Erin is good at making you feel as if you aren't just reading a book. She really has a way of making you feel like you are a part of that world. Erin really does create the best world's through her books. As of now Dooley is my favorite character and my book boyfriend. I love Dooley. I loved Just for Fun so much I have since read it twice. I can't get enough of Dooley. Go ahead grab Just for Fun and see why it is my favorite of all Erin's books. Definitely a must read!
In Just for Fun we finally get Doug Miller's (also know as Dooley)story. Dooley is laid back, wise with words and very caring. He is an EMT, a volunteer at the Bradford Center for Youth, he is also devoted to caring for his father who had suffered a stroke years ago. He also reads ROMANCE novels. That's right ladies he reads ROMANCE novels. Pretty perfect wouldn't you say. I say a man that reads is sexy but a man that reads romance novels is HOT.
In Just for Fun Dooley has a hot four hour sexual moment with Morgan James(aka Sugar). Morgan is high maintenance and works for a group of expensive hotels. Morgan is dedicated and hard working. For Morgan money is very important to her. Morgan wants to have fun but also have the means to have fun. Without knowing Dooley's real name or anything about him she is able to track him down. Now that is impressive.
Morgan asks Dooley to accompany her on a business trip hoping that having Dooley around will help with her ex. From the moment Dooley and Morgan are around each other you can feel their heat and chemistry. I loved reading their struggles and seeing them overcome their struggles. I became really invested in Dooley as I read more and more of this book. Dooley and Morgan's attraction to one another is undeniable. I love the friendship Dooley and the guys have. It's just truly amazing and you see that what Dooley and guys have is what friendship is all about. More importantly you could see that these guys were more than just friend's, they were family. There are several Pretty Woman reference's and I love that thouroughly considering Pretty Woman is one of my all time favorite movies. I loved the conversation about romance novels and how he told her to read Lori Foster's book. Let me just add that I will never look at another hot fudge sundae in the same way. I loved seeing Dooley be the one who was a bit lost and confused and being the one needing his friends advice and help. There a few hilarious moments and a few heart swooning moments. I just melted the moment Dooley realized he was head over heels for Morgan. I loved watching Morgan want to make Dooley happy. I'd say she did that. I loved every aspect of Just for Fun and loved seeing Dooley and Morgan together. The more Dooley tried to prove she wasn't his type of woman, the more he realized she was just the woman he wanted and needed. I really felt as if I were there. I could feel there conflict. Erin is good at making you feel as if you aren't just reading a book. She really has a way of making you feel like you are a part of that world. Erin really does create the best world's through her books. As of now Dooley is my favorite character and my book boyfriend. I love Dooley. I loved Just for Fun so much I have since read it twice. I can't get enough of Dooley. Go ahead grab Just for Fun and see why it is my favorite of all Erin's books. Definitely a must read!
January 22, 2018
Erin Nicholas incorporates Lori Foster, Castle and Pretty Woman, 3 of my favorite things, into this 5 star novel. Can it get any better? #WhatWouldRichardGereDo
Douglas “Dooley” Miller was a total ladies man, he didn’t do commitment and he liked regular girls. Morgan James was no regular girl. He knew he was in trouble the moment he paid her bail and left her in the jail cell.
Morgan James couldn’t believe she was searching out Doug Miller again after he left her to rot in the jail cell. Ok so it was only for 30 more minutes after he left and they didn’t charge her or make her pay bail money but still. She needed his help, and it needed to be him and only him to help her out with a problem.
Dooley isn’t one that his friends go to first for help or advice so when Morgan tracks him down and asks for a favor he has no idea what to do. I mean who doesn’t want to help a gorgeous woman asking for a favor but he is still unsure he wants to accept this task.
Morgan likes Dooley and knows he is just the man to help. Their attraction is undeniable so there shouldn’t be an issue in him helping her out for a few days. She just needs him to come with her on a business trip, and maybe keep her nights entertained. She doesn’t know who else to ask, and honestly doesn’t want anyone else for the job.
Dooley takes Morgan up on her offer and tries his best to not get involved. Don’t get to know her, according to Sam and his buddies, or you’ll never want to let go. Too bad he has felt like that for the month he’s already known her. Could she ever feel the same?
Once again the author takes us on a trip with the Bradford family and their friends. Each book references past characters but it never really totally involves them unnecessarily. That is one of the things I love about this author, funny enough following in the steps of the referenced Lori Foster who does the same. You get involved and invested in these characters and want to know all about them. Dooley was already a favorite of mine with his quick wit and passing advice. Knowing he needed a good match to keep up with him had me wondering who could possibly fill those shoes. Enter Morgan, his opposite on paper (so it seemed), but perfect to keep up with Dooley and all he’s about.
It was nice getting to know Dooley’s family dynamic and more about Kevin (who is the next book in the series) and I can’t wait to continue on with my Bradford adventure.
Douglas “Dooley” Miller was a total ladies man, he didn’t do commitment and he liked regular girls. Morgan James was no regular girl. He knew he was in trouble the moment he paid her bail and left her in the jail cell.
Morgan James couldn’t believe she was searching out Doug Miller again after he left her to rot in the jail cell. Ok so it was only for 30 more minutes after he left and they didn’t charge her or make her pay bail money but still. She needed his help, and it needed to be him and only him to help her out with a problem.
Dooley isn’t one that his friends go to first for help or advice so when Morgan tracks him down and asks for a favor he has no idea what to do. I mean who doesn’t want to help a gorgeous woman asking for a favor but he is still unsure he wants to accept this task.
Morgan likes Dooley and knows he is just the man to help. Their attraction is undeniable so there shouldn’t be an issue in him helping her out for a few days. She just needs him to come with her on a business trip, and maybe keep her nights entertained. She doesn’t know who else to ask, and honestly doesn’t want anyone else for the job.
Dooley takes Morgan up on her offer and tries his best to not get involved. Don’t get to know her, according to Sam and his buddies, or you’ll never want to let go. Too bad he has felt like that for the month he’s already known her. Could she ever feel the same?
Once again the author takes us on a trip with the Bradford family and their friends. Each book references past characters but it never really totally involves them unnecessarily. That is one of the things I love about this author, funny enough following in the steps of the referenced Lori Foster who does the same. You get involved and invested in these characters and want to know all about them. Dooley was already a favorite of mine with his quick wit and passing advice. Knowing he needed a good match to keep up with him had me wondering who could possibly fill those shoes. Enter Morgan, his opposite on paper (so it seemed), but perfect to keep up with Dooley and all he’s about.
It was nice getting to know Dooley’s family dynamic and more about Kevin (who is the next book in the series) and I can’t wait to continue on with my Bradford adventure.
June 23, 2018
This book has cussing (including f-bombs) and on-page sex. If those things will cause you to leave a bad review, this is not the book or series for you. While this book is part of a larger series it can totally stand alone although there are spoilers for the previous books, obviously.
The set up for this book is quirky and really, really awkward on it's surface, but once Morgan gets her “stuff” together and stops acting like a Sugar Mama, it becomes something seriously sweet and fun to read. I loved the way that Morgan grew and evolved her outlook on her own life, and the way that Dooley (who will never be Doug to me, I'm not even sorry) fell so hard for her even while he was trying his best not to. While Morgan really was a great character, Dooley stole the show in this one. I loved his interactions with his friends and especially with his family, and the sweet brotherly relationship he had with Kevin. Although I love the romance stories, I would happily read a bunch of buddy books with just the guys in it because every time any of them are on a page together, I find myself laughing and highlighting like a mad woman.
If you're looking for a fun book with a lot of humor, a lot of sex, and two really likable characters who really are meant for each other, even if they don't realize it, you should read this book. It is my second favorite of the series so far!
The set up for this book is quirky and really, really awkward on it's surface, but once Morgan gets her “stuff” together and stops acting like a Sugar Mama, it becomes something seriously sweet and fun to read. I loved the way that Morgan grew and evolved her outlook on her own life, and the way that Dooley (who will never be Doug to me, I'm not even sorry) fell so hard for her even while he was trying his best not to. While Morgan really was a great character, Dooley stole the show in this one. I loved his interactions with his friends and especially with his family, and the sweet brotherly relationship he had with Kevin. Although I love the romance stories, I would happily read a bunch of buddy books with just the guys in it because every time any of them are on a page together, I find myself laughing and highlighting like a mad woman.
If you're looking for a fun book with a lot of humor, a lot of sex, and two really likable characters who really are meant for each other, even if they don't realize it, you should read this book. It is my second favorite of the series so far!
April 7, 2020
This was a fun and easy read.
Morgan was smart and successful, and was having regular sex (if infrequently) before being with Dooley. I liked that she knew her weaknesses, and had a plan to conquer them.
Dooley was such a great guy, taking care of so many people. (I just wished he'd apologized for leaving Morgan in jail.) I liked that he finally found someone who was able to take care of him for a change. And I especially liked that Dooley wasn't just a horn dog having sex with all the women like Sam used to be. He dated, though casually, so it wasn't a complete stretch for him to want/be in a relationship.
No bad guy, no OM/OW drama. Just two people connecting, and then learning how to fit the other person into their lives. Though I think it would have been nice if Doug Sr. had been asked to help out with Morgan's final project, considering his years of experience. (Seriously, what does he do all day? The stroke affected him physically, but he seems as sharp mentally as ever.)
It was also fun catching up with the other couples from the previous books. You're clearly able to see their deep friendships and how much they all care about each other. #FriendshipGoals
Overall, I think this book is my favourite of the series so far.
Morgan was smart and successful, and was having regular sex (if infrequently) before being with Dooley. I liked that she knew her weaknesses, and had a plan to conquer them.
Dooley was such a great guy, taking care of so many people. (I just wished he'd apologized for leaving Morgan in jail.) I liked that he finally found someone who was able to take care of him for a change. And I especially liked that Dooley wasn't just a horn dog having sex with all the women like Sam used to be. He dated, though casually, so it wasn't a complete stretch for him to want/be in a relationship.
No bad guy, no OM/OW drama. Just two people connecting, and then learning how to fit the other person into their lives. Though I think it would have been nice if Doug Sr. had been asked to help out with Morgan's final project, considering his years of experience. (Seriously, what does he do all day? The stroke affected him physically, but he seems as sharp mentally as ever.)
It was also fun catching up with the other couples from the previous books. You're clearly able to see their deep friendships and how much they all care about each other. #FriendshipGoals
Overall, I think this book is my favourite of the series so far.
June 29, 2018
It’s official. I’m in awe of this author's talent, not only in her ability to spin a delightfully entertaining tale, but to come up with this outrageous premise. Morgan James convinces Dooley to accompany her on a business trip because he’s the only man she can resist even less than Todd Becker, a business associate who's used romance and post-intimacy bliss to finagle business secrets from her and steal the accolades that should have been hers. Seems like a good plan, until hearts get involved.
This may be my favorite book in the series so far. The sense of family and community was even stronger, especially juxtaposed to Morgan's drive for career, fortune and success. I loved the references to Pretty Woman, and I’ll definitely never look at a hot fudge sundae the same way again! Heartfelt and tender, quirky and hilarious, and steamy with tons of emotion, Dooley and Morgan's story is a fantastic, entertaining read!
*I reviewed this book freely and voluntarily, having made no commitment to provide a review and receiving no compensation of any kind from any source for this review.
This may be my favorite book in the series so far. The sense of family and community was even stronger, especially juxtaposed to Morgan's drive for career, fortune and success. I loved the references to Pretty Woman, and I’ll definitely never look at a hot fudge sundae the same way again! Heartfelt and tender, quirky and hilarious, and steamy with tons of emotion, Dooley and Morgan's story is a fantastic, entertaining read!
*I reviewed this book freely and voluntarily, having made no commitment to provide a review and receiving no compensation of any kind from any source for this review.
June 13, 2018
Dooley Miller is a fun guy. Just ask around. He is all about having a good time with no strings attached. He has enough strings and responsibilities with his family and friends and other commitments. His only need for women is a temporary good time.
Fate is funny. It has a way of taking what you think you want, flipping it all over the place, turning it inside out and putting you exactly where you are meant to be. That’s what Morgan is for Dooley. She just needs him for a good time. She’s beautiful, successful and definitely not in this for the long haul.
Another awesome story of Just Everyday Heroes from the incredible Erin Nicholas. We’ve met this group of EMT’s, doctors, nurses and social workers and watched as they’ve found their HEA. Dooley is due for his and this is it. You have to love Dooley, especially when you meet his family and friends, so Morgan has no choice once she’s involved, she’s all in. Now can she convince Dooley that he is the only fun guy she wants?
Fate is funny. It has a way of taking what you think you want, flipping it all over the place, turning it inside out and putting you exactly where you are meant to be. That’s what Morgan is for Dooley. She just needs him for a good time. She’s beautiful, successful and definitely not in this for the long haul.
Another awesome story of Just Everyday Heroes from the incredible Erin Nicholas. We’ve met this group of EMT’s, doctors, nurses and social workers and watched as they’ve found their HEA. Dooley is due for his and this is it. You have to love Dooley, especially when you meet his family and friends, so Morgan has no choice once she’s involved, she’s all in. Now can she convince Dooley that he is the only fun guy she wants?
July 18, 2018
After seeing his teasing and the comments made as his friends fell in love, I was looking forward to Dooley's book.
The premise didn't hook me right away, but I knew pretty quickly that I was going to like seeing Dooley fall in love. Just like so many of Erin Nicholas' characters there is much more to him and his life than you initially see. He is fiercely loyal, loving, and intelligent.
Though I grew to like her more as I read, Morgan was not my favorite character. I could understand her actions, but just didn't find that moment where I clicked with her. Plus, I didn't quite like why she initially went after Dooley even though I do see how it fit into the wider plot.
As always there are hilarious and heartwarming moments with the whole Bradford crew. They are some of my favorite scenes in the book as Dooley finally gets back the teasing and advice he's doled out in the previous three books.
The premise didn't hook me right away, but I knew pretty quickly that I was going to like seeing Dooley fall in love. Just like so many of Erin Nicholas' characters there is much more to him and his life than you initially see. He is fiercely loyal, loving, and intelligent.
Though I grew to like her more as I read, Morgan was not my favorite character. I could understand her actions, but just didn't find that moment where I clicked with her. Plus, I didn't quite like why she initially went after Dooley even though I do see how it fit into the wider plot.
As always there are hilarious and heartwarming moments with the whole Bradford crew. They are some of my favorite scenes in the book as Dooley finally gets back the teasing and advice he's doled out in the previous three books.
August 7, 2025
Soooooooo as much as I liked Dooley I was not a fan of Morgan. Until you read the book and learn all the different layers of Dooley you really can't see all his great values. Family, friends and helping people is his super power. Now Morgan on the other hand just left a bad taste with me. She comes across as Materialistic and selfish. I think what really triggered me was the proposition she offered to Dooley to work for her and be available at her beckon call. Almost like a gigolo. Dooley unfortunately fell in love with her so this was a slap in the face. He wanted everything and she appeared to just want a boy toy. That was the most insulting part of the read. Good thing he said no. As you read the story you do eventually realize Dooley's comment about not doing relationships and explained Morgan's reaction and proposal but still she could have done it differently. This is why I gave this book 2 stars. Still not a big fan of this series
June 11, 2018
I was very excited to read Dooley's book after reading about him in the first 3!! Loved getting a better understanding of the man and his responsibilities!! When Dooley meets Morgan...Wow the heat that comes off these two is mind blowing!! Both of them are kind, giving and workaholics!! Morgan needs a date for the weekend in Chicago and convinces Dooley to go with her! These two have obstacles to cross but the love they have for each other is obvious. Morgan works for a major hotel and is up for a major promotion that will take her to California. Will this couple realize that they do not need a lot of money to be happy?? Can they have their HEA?? Do not hesitate to buy this great book and all the books in this series!! They are steamy hot so be aware...you will be swooning over this couple very quickly!!
July 20, 2018
I have to admit that Dooley is my favorite of the group. I enjoyed his story with Morgan the most, I liked all the books but this is definitely my favorite. Morgan tracks down Doug ‘Dooley’ a month after they had a one night stand because she needs a guy on her arm while she is on a work trip besides the fact that their night together was off the charts and she wants a repeat. Dooley finally agrees to go on this trip with her and figures he will get some more good sex but what he doesn’t figure on is falling for her. After their trip he wants her to spend time with him in his normal life and see what he is all about. What Morgan doesn’t expect is to fall in love with Dooley and his family and his life. Morgan is up for a promotion at work and she thought that was what she wanted until she met Dooley. These two were so hot together and just overall great people. I would definitely recommend this series and this book to people.
July 14, 2018
Just for fun is a title describing Dooley’s relationships. Nothing serious, just a fun time & some hot, torrid sex. Until Morgan. Devil may care Dooley fell hard for practical serious Morgan. Dooley grew up in the hotel industry until his father had a stroke & they lost it all. Morgan grew up with little money and is determined to advance at work to gain more. Talk about intense chemistry between two complete opposites!
What I love about this series is that the guys have created a close band of brothers. They joke, flirt, tease & work together but they also have each other’s backs. Watching each one find their significant other & fight it tooth & nail is hilarious. How can each story be better than the next?
What I love about this series is that the guys have created a close band of brothers. They joke, flirt, tease & work together but they also have each other’s backs. Watching each one find their significant other & fight it tooth & nail is hilarious. How can each story be better than the next?
July 25, 2018
This is the fourth book in the Just everyday heroes dat shift series. Doug (Dooley) Miller was an emt. He met Morgan randomly one night. Morgan had to go to Chicago for work and asked him to go with her for the weekend. Dooley was her fake date/relationship.
The part that really hit home for me in this story was dooleys Dad had a stroke. In late 2017 my dad had a stroke so I can relate to what it’s like to help someone rehab from a stroke and learning a “new” normal.
In this book Erin references “pretty woman” all throughout the book. That’s one of my favorite movies.
I love that Doug and Morgan let their reservations go & finally decided do to explore the mutual attraction between them even though things between them started more as “I need your help for 3 days” type thing.
The part that really hit home for me in this story was dooleys Dad had a stroke. In late 2017 my dad had a stroke so I can relate to what it’s like to help someone rehab from a stroke and learning a “new” normal.
In this book Erin references “pretty woman” all throughout the book. That’s one of my favorite movies.
I love that Doug and Morgan let their reservations go & finally decided do to explore the mutual attraction between them even though things between them started more as “I need your help for 3 days” type thing.
August 1, 2018
I loved Dooley and Morgan. It was an interesting road for them to come full circle - denial was strong with these two. Watching them learn about each other though all the crap was great especially with all Doug has going on in his life. I loved his family and really enjoyed his relationship with Kevin - the team/family has always been a highlight throughout this series, but the Doug/Kevin dynamic was really great. I enjoyed watching Morgan realize how her dreams were maybe in a little different place than what she was working towards in her job. It takes a big person - even with the pushes she had - to change directions and she did it. They had a great - if not hilariously dramatic - and well deserved ending.
July 5, 2018
Crazy wild, sweetly sexy, emotionally thrilling, action packed romantic adventure filled with passion, good times and unexpected yet highly entertaining twists....
This is Dooley's story and it was everything I have come to know and love in this series.... I loved getting to know Dooley in this story and his family life was unexpected, yet so real. Morgan is everything he thought he left in his past but she turns out to be so much more that meets the eye.... Loved this highly entertaining journey.
This is Dooley's story and it was everything I have come to know and love in this series.... I loved getting to know Dooley in this story and his family life was unexpected, yet so real. Morgan is everything he thought he left in his past but she turns out to be so much more that meets the eye.... Loved this highly entertaining journey.
July 22, 2018
Read the Bradfords first
Readers should be make aware that The Bradfords should be read first and in order before starting Just Everybody Heroes. You can't the fully enjoyment or realize how family and friendships are so strongly entwined until they do. Dooley and Morgan's sexy romance would loose so much if you were not aware of the bond and love Dooley had with his friends not to even mention the funny and insightful conversations the four had. The book left me wanting to continue with Kevin's story next in what I now call them the fabulous four.
Readers should be make aware that The Bradfords should be read first and in order before starting Just Everybody Heroes. You can't the fully enjoyment or realize how family and friendships are so strongly entwined until they do. Dooley and Morgan's sexy romance would loose so much if you were not aware of the bond and love Dooley had with his friends not to even mention the funny and insightful conversations the four had. The book left me wanting to continue with Kevin's story next in what I now call them the fabulous four.
July 30, 2018
This book has definitely become one of my favorites. These two (Dooley Miller and Morgan James) were definitely meant for each other, whether they wanted to admit that or not. I really enjoyed the story where Dooley was the ‘kept’ man so to speak. Morgan is so sophisticated and has to be on all the time and Dooley is just Dooley, he is who he is, no excuses. I loved the interactions with Morgan and all of the gang and especially Dooley’s dad. This group of friends, who has become a family, keeps getting better and better. I can’t wait to read the next book.
December 11, 2024
I enjoyed this book about Doug and Morgan. Morgan is in motel management and needs a date to a meeting. She had a one night stand with Doug and she knows he can keep her interested in him for the weekend. She had a fling with the man she's up against for a promotion.
Doug has a life that includes his father and sisters. He has very little time to himself but his friends want him to have this weekend get a way and they are willing to step up so he can go. He knows it can go no where but Morgan wants to see more of him. He didn't tell her about his life for this reason.
Doug has a life that includes his father and sisters. He has very little time to himself but his friends want him to have this weekend get a way and they are willing to step up so he can go. He knows it can go no where but Morgan wants to see more of him. He didn't tell her about his life for this reason.
August 2, 2017
Fourth book in the Bradford series.
This is a nice, simple, feel good series with plenty of heat between the characters. The stories focus on crews of paramedics that work out of a hospital. The technical aspects of the stories are pretty spot on. I work in the field and I was impressed.
This is part if a series. I would recommend starting with the first book in the series and then reading the Counting On series afterwards. It is a continuation of the series.
This is a nice, simple, feel good series with plenty of heat between the characters. The stories focus on crews of paramedics that work out of a hospital. The technical aspects of the stories are pretty spot on. I work in the field and I was impressed.
This is part if a series. I would recommend starting with the first book in the series and then reading the Counting On series afterwards. It is a continuation of the series.
June 14, 2018
Aaaaah, the cuteness of these two <3 They are so sweet and complicated and sexy and that great combination of easy going with depth. Dooley could so easily have become a charicature figure, but in Erin Nicholas' capable author hands he's revealed as the funloving goofball with a lot of responsibility and depth of character. The characters and stories becomes more elaborated with each book. This series just keep getting better.
June 18, 2018
Just For Fun starts out like Pretty Woman, only backwards. Morgan (Sugar) wants Doug (Dooley) to go with her to Chicago for 3 days for a business trip. There will be room service, massages, delicious food, a limo, and hanky panky-all in a Five Star hotel. In fact, there’s lots and lots of hanky panky in this book. If that’s your thing and you really liked the ending to Pretty Woman, then Just for Fun is just for you!
June 25, 2018
Just Great!
Just hot! I've liked Dooly from the beginning. He's always been a fun, sexy, surprisingly insightful character. It was so great to learn what makes him tick. His hidden layers make him even more swoon worthy! Nicholas has such a gift for giving the reader an exciting roller coaster ride of humor, emotion, romance, depth, plot twists and turns, sexy characters and steam. I've not been let down by her yet. Just an all around super author!
Just hot! I've liked Dooly from the beginning. He's always been a fun, sexy, surprisingly insightful character. It was so great to learn what makes him tick. His hidden layers make him even more swoon worthy! Nicholas has such a gift for giving the reader an exciting roller coaster ride of humor, emotion, romance, depth, plot twists and turns, sexy characters and steam. I've not been let down by her yet. Just an all around super author!
July 8, 2018
Book 4 in the Day Shift series of Everyday Heroes another great story by Erin. All books in the Everyday series can be read as a standalone, but if you want a background of the characters it's best to start at the beginning.
Dooley is fun loving, cheeky and so so loveable. He certainly wasn't ready for what he thought was High Maintenance Morgan. She shows him though.
A great laugh out loud bunch of moments. Very very entertaining.
Dooley is fun loving, cheeky and so so loveable. He certainly wasn't ready for what he thought was High Maintenance Morgan. She shows him though.
A great laugh out loud bunch of moments. Very very entertaining.
July 19, 2018
I really didn't want to like Morgan. She came across as very superficial and snotty in her first dealings with Dooley. But she really grows on you and you eventually see that it's really all because of her insecurities and only remembering the not so good parts of her childhood.
Once she realizes this, you see the true Morgan really emerge in the way she deals with Dooley, his friends and his entire family. These two are just so good together!
Once she realizes this, you see the true Morgan really emerge in the way she deals with Dooley, his friends and his entire family. These two are just so good together!
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