The Bird Day Battalion

by Genevieve Dewey

The Bird Day Battalion is a short, sweet and sexy little Thanksgiving story. Meet Katelyn Anderson, a play by the rules, temporarily out of work archaeologist desperate to pull off the perfect Thanksgiving dinner for her family. Enter Dominic Valentini, her oldest friend and former neighbor, a take chances, take control, think outside the box kind of man. She needs his help. He just needs her.

This is a quick, hot and fluffy read served up free on a platter of gratitude to my readers for all your kind support. It's the usual blend of family shenanigans, love, and romance in a small uncomplicated dose. Enjoy!

Genres: Romance, Friends To Lovers, Contemporary, Short Stories, Humor, Holiday

62 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 13, 2012

About the author

I was raised mostly in Nebraska, partly in Arizona. My family is from Chicago. I wear many hats, but my favorites are Mom, Anthropologist, and CSI.

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Reviews

[Ahmed Ejaz · Rating 2 out of 5]

I don't know what to say about this short story. Tis was supposed to be romantic but it wasn't, in my opinion.
I don't want to write a overview of this story. Just wanna let you know. I didn't like this story.
nothing is proper.
I liked only one lesson from this book:
Don't always follow the rules, sometimes we should break rules to do the right thing!

[Theresa · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a quick read, just over 100 pages on my Nook, that kept you wanting to read. It reminded me of my family in a lot of ways. A LOT of ways. Good way to introduce readers to her style as an author.

[Kitten ~♥️ MM series ~ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great story w/adequate background story about long time friends that explore a romantic relationship. A lot of sexual tension. It was a tease but a good tease.
The downfall is all the heroine sisters and brother had names that started w/K and it got confusing who was talking to how.

[Julie Butler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very well written! I hope this is only the beginning of Dom and Kate's story!

[Elle Klass · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Bird Day Battalion by Genevieve Dewey is an amusing short story incorporating the fun of Thanksgiving and family. Katelyn and Dominic have been friends forever, growing up as neighbors whose mothers are best friends. Katelyn is a by the book kinda gal and Dominic is wild and carefree.They are complete opposites creating charged synergy between them producing a spicy
flirtacious reaction as the two find trouble and love.

Author Genevieve Dewey's writing style adds a fun twist to the read. She uses vivid description along with playful dialogue to create a fascinating believable characters. Once the reader engages the pages of this short story they should expect not to put it down until finished; the story is that good. I found myself laughing as I connected with the mishaps of family gatherings, remembering a few of my own.

Bird Day Battalion is a savory, whimsical must read!

[Katerina · Rating 3 out of 5]

On Thanksgiving Dominic works up the courage to confront Kathlyn with his deep feelings towards her...
Kathlyn does not need the rest of the day to warm up to the thought of turning their friendship since childhood into something more meaningful...
She adapts pretty quick to the changes.
And in case you are wondering if anything exciting happened here besides a family gathering, well yes!
They kissed and hugged...and...and in the blink of an eye I was fanning myself....
Ha! No spoilers here, fellow readers!
Go, read it yourself...

[Rebecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a slow tease, flirty, fun romance. It's light, quick and funny. But it gets hot in the kitchen when, Dominic helps his childhood friend, Kate prepare thanksgiving dinner for her family and friends. Sparks fly and feelings are reawakened. Leaving Kate in a muddle.

Touching short read that is sweet and realistic. Thoroughly enjoyable, very steamy.

[Michael · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed this quick read. Not my usual genre but thought characters were well written and I could actually picture the whole crazy holiday gathering. Oh, and it doesn't hurt to have been friends with the author's husband for almost all my life.

[Sorcha O'Dowd · Rating 5 out of 5]

I cannot express how much I loved this book! Such a wonderful little story that has stayed with me long after reading it. I love Genevieve Dewey's writing style, there is something so fresh about it that I always enjoy reading her books. 5 Stars for this perfect story!

[MountainKat · Rating 3 out of 5]

*3.5 Stars*

Quirky, yet sweet, Thanksgiving story with a fun family too. Dom and Kate were childhood friends, but she has been oblivious to the crush he's had for years - it was finally time for her to open her eyes. It was pretty short, so that is really all there is to it!

[Ashley Hedden · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an awesome story. Genevieve is amazing and talented. This was a funny and heart warming story that shows true love and what two friends can share. I think everyone should read this and I can notwait to read more by Genevieve.

[Debbi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really good read and great character development. I can't wait to find out what happens over Christmas and New Years. And of course Valentines Day.

[C.D. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book! A funny, sweet , quick & easy read.

[Misfit Mellow ~ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well.. what can i say .. Mhmm not sure very very very short.. Wel i did need something to pass the time in my free periods

[Brandy Rivers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick read that will leave you smiling. You almost feel bad for the way Kaitlyn's family gangs up on her. It was a funny (good and amusing funny) but sexy read.

[Hiba · Rating 4 out of 5]

really short and cute (:

[Gloria · Rating 4 out of 5]

characters are well developed as a short story. lovely portrayed familial congregation :)

[McGee Magoo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short and sweet and slightly steamy. MC's are featured in another holiday novella The V-Day Aversion.

[Chantel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this short story! Fast paced and fun, it was a great read. Looking forward to reading more of Katie and Dom in The V Day Aversion

[Melody · Rating 4 out of 5]

nice!

[Renee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such a great departure from the Downey books I really liked this one

[Rachel C. · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun read, though definitely a little short! I was disappointed I didn't get to read about Black Friday... well, I guess I'll just have to read the next Kate and Dom... LOL.

[Jenn (not Lily) · Rating 3 out of 5]

re-read 11/22/18: upped rating to 2.75 stars. Cute, not a lot to it, but cute.

[Bren Stacklin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book. Short, funny, holiday read with well-developed characters.

[S · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute, light, and FREE!

[Denise · Rating 3 out of 5]

Time to make the turkey. It's the turn of the sister that is out of work and never cooked for Thanksgiving before and she is out to prove she can do it all with no help. When she needs just a little side help she calls ol sexy friend to rescue her and her need for casserole ingredients, but in the end her need is much bigger than canned food.

Fun read, short and to the point, but this has been one of my favorite short stories of the season. I found it looking for Thanksgiving stories and this filled the bill and a little more.

[Arlyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

I may be growing more subversive and less vanilla as I delve further into reading erotica. This book was a little too sweet and corny for my taste. The writing was fine & Dominic was cute. But Kate has to be one of the most clueless, annoying and lackluster characters I've been exposed to recently. Not a bad person, mind you, just mind-numbingy dull. The only problem I really have with the plot is that, with all of the other more coloful females in the story, Dominic was enamored by the woman whose entire personality can be summed up in one word: flat.

[Genevieve Dewey]

You can read more Dom & Kate in the newly released Valentine's short:



The V-day Aversion

[~KarenH~ · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

[Marie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute little short story about a woman who finds out that her friend has always wanted more with her, and soon realizes that she might want more too. Short, sweet and at time, humorous.