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The Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County #2
Crossing the Line
Abby wants to get pregnant. The old fashioned way. Without the issue of dating… She just wants the baby. No relationship, no fuss. I’m her best friend, so I give her my opinion freely. This is by far the craziest idea she’s ever come up with. It all feels bad to me until she propositions me herself and opens my eyes to something I might not be able to resist. I’d always wondered what it would be like to be with her. Abby Cartwright, the girl who’d been my best friend since birth. Her with her beautiful, sassy smile, and that live for the moment daring personality. I’d never been able to say no to her before. Now would be a good time to start. Except this idea of hers has unlocked my curiosity. And temptation wants me to explore…her. If you like hot, steamy, romance with gorgeous, drool-worthy bad boys you will love this book. Dive in now for some fun.
161 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 15, 2019
About the author
Khardine Gray
188 books864 followersKhardine Gray is a USA Today Bestselling author who also writes under the pen name Faith Summers.
Khardine lives in England with her husband and two adventurous kids.
She writes contemporary romance, dark romantic suspense, and dark new adult romance.
Her books have sassy heroines and sexy, drool-worthy book boyfriends who will make you melt.
She simply adores her readers and loves spoiling them.
When she’s not writing or reading, you can find her in a ballet class or ice skating.
Khardine lives in England with her husband and two adventurous kids.
She writes contemporary romance, dark romantic suspense, and dark new adult romance.
Her books have sassy heroines and sexy, drool-worthy book boyfriends who will make you melt.
She simply adores her readers and loves spoiling them.
When she’s not writing or reading, you can find her in a ballet class or ice skating.
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November 11, 2019
Short and sweet
October 25, 2019
Besties trying to make a baby together, well it didn't start that way...Abby wants a baby and Gilly thinks she is crazy and her sister seems to agree with him. However Abby really wants one and is going to get it, she reaches out to Gilly who will agree ifffff she gives him a real chance.. Of course things can not go smoothly...Enjoy!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 14, 2021
2.5
small book, everything was just so fast but it was enjoyable. quick cute read.
small book, everything was just so fast but it was enjoyable. quick cute read.
October 25, 2019
Two best friends who looked anywhere else but right in front of them and a story with many complications and self-doubt. I devoured this one in the same way as book 1 from this series.
Abby and Gilly have known each other since they were kids and have been through a lot together. They know each other inside and out and nothing one of them does can surprise the other? Or? Well, Abby for sure surprises him when she drops the “I want to get pregnant and need you to help me” bomb. So… what’s the right answer here?
I loved everything abut the main characters. I loved the friendship, I loved the devotion the have for one another and I loved how naïve they both were. Many ups and downs and many hesitations complement the story very well. There are some small items that were not very believable, in the context of a great friendship, like the way they had no idea about their true feelings and later in the story Abby didn’t believe Gilly in a certain aspect, which I will not mention.
But I still loved it, I still don’t want the series to end and I cannot wait to read more and read more from the author. This is my third book by her and I still haven’t had enough 😊 And this series still has a lot more to offer! Happy reading!
Abby and Gilly have known each other since they were kids and have been through a lot together. They know each other inside and out and nothing one of them does can surprise the other? Or? Well, Abby for sure surprises him when she drops the “I want to get pregnant and need you to help me” bomb. So… what’s the right answer here?
I loved everything abut the main characters. I loved the friendship, I loved the devotion the have for one another and I loved how naïve they both were. Many ups and downs and many hesitations complement the story very well. There are some small items that were not very believable, in the context of a great friendship, like the way they had no idea about their true feelings and later in the story Abby didn’t believe Gilly in a certain aspect, which I will not mention.
But I still loved it, I still don’t want the series to end and I cannot wait to read more and read more from the author. This is my third book by her and I still haven’t had enough 😊 And this series still has a lot more to offer! Happy reading!
October 18, 2019
I loved this fun, flirty and fantastic friends to lovers romance. I thought Abby and Gilly were likable and the connection between them easy to feel. I felt that this story and the characters had a real air of genuineness about them. I could easily imagine this occuring between real life, lifelong friends. With plenty of emotions, humor, drama, heat, sweetness and some big twist to keep things exciting, this book will keep you very happy and entertained. I am choosing to post a completely truthful review.
October 23, 2019
This is the second book in the series but it can be read as a stand-alone. Abby and Gilly have been best friends forever and Gilly is a bit shocked when he learns of Abby’s plan to have a baby. Gilly at first says no when Abby asks for his help to have a baby, but he agrees with conditions. They start a relationship and sparks fly, but will Gilly’s ex break up their new relationship? Lots of drama and great chemistry. I liked it.
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August 6, 2020
Another entertaining read by this author. This book is about Abby and Gilly. They have been best friends since childhood. Filly notices something is wrong with Abby but doesn’t know what. Finally Abby shares with Gilly her desire to have a baby. Gilly feels her plan is crazy and doesn’t think anyone would go for it. She walks away from him and goes home, she tells her sister, Mia of her plan, but her sister doesn’t support her either. Finally Abby decides to just ask Gilly but he refuses her but after contemplation, he changes his mind. He goes to see Abby and tells her that he will do it but he needs her to do something for him. He needs her to give him a chance to prove that he will be there for her. They start a relationship and things are going good for them until Gill's ex-girlfriend Giselle comes back to town and wants him back.
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 4, 2021
Abby is the oldest of four sisters born to rich parents; she lives with two of them. Her mother's best friend from college had an only son a few months before Molly was born and they have been best friends their whole lives, now thirty years. When Abby tells Gilly of her plan the star quarterback of her father's NFL team, he tells her she is crazy. She tries a second time telling him she has picked him as the one she trusts most but he says 'No.' When he finally agrees if she will give him a chance to be a true lover and father, his ex-girlfriend is bound and determined to keep that from happening. This was a fun story to read.
March 29, 2024
Awesome
Loved Abby and Gilly's love story. Known each other all their lives great friends always there for each other. But the chemistry was there since they were little kids, that never diminished it was just dormant till they were ready. Love how they always talked especially when things need to be clarified. Loved Mia and Eric how they are there for them.
Abby being strong wanted something very important went to Gilly to be a part of it. Gilly after voicing how crazy it was he agreed.
After their first kiss it was all in for both of them.
Love this series. Look forward to Mia and Eric's love story.
Loved Abby and Gilly's love story. Known each other all their lives great friends always there for each other. But the chemistry was there since they were little kids, that never diminished it was just dormant till they were ready. Love how they always talked especially when things need to be clarified. Loved Mia and Eric how they are there for them.
Abby being strong wanted something very important went to Gilly to be a part of it. Gilly after voicing how crazy it was he agreed.
After their first kiss it was all in for both of them.
Love this series. Look forward to Mia and Eric's love story.
October 18, 2022
Gilly and Abby have been friends since birth, and he never said no to her. So, when she came to him with her plan to have a baby, he saw red! He knew she was a wild one but that was her draw to him because he could identify with her. This thought has him baffled but as he looks closer at her proposal, would it be a bad idea and if he really did the deed, could he walk away and not be a part of their lives? This intriguing story is filled with Abby's antics that absolutely drives Gilly mad not to mention an ex that won't take no as an answer!
August 6, 2020
4.5 stars. Abby and Gilly have been best friends practically since birth. They have both had thoughts at times if they could be more and dismissed it. Now Abby has this crazy idea that she wants a baby but no baby daddy and she wants to get pregnant the natural way not at a sperm bank. This book has some hilarious and absurd moments. It was a pretty good friends to lover romance that I enjoyed.
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.
September 28, 2020
Loved the book it was great, the story was well written and the characters are interesting. Once I started I could not put the book down from start to finish you just could not get enough with twists and turns hot and steamy like a rollercoaster ride of emotions that makes you want more with the chemistry and romance.
Thank you for allowing me to review your book.
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Thank you for allowing me to review your book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 15, 2021
Good one
Another good one and second book today. Good thing I only have 1 book left to this set. Gilly sounds so sweet and yummy. Abby is lucky she woke up in time to get her man. To bad they both didn't try getting together when they were younger. They seemed to be a good match. Thank you.
Another good one and second book today. Good thing I only have 1 book left to this set. Gilly sounds so sweet and yummy. Abby is lucky she woke up in time to get her man. To bad they both didn't try getting together when they were younger. They seemed to be a good match. Thank you.
June 7, 2022
This story will make you feel frustrated with the FMC and understand why the MMCs hair is getting premature gray hair. But her crazy idea started their "romantic" love story. It was a wild story, but I liked how they ended up and their happy ending.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 17, 2026
Gilly and Abby's Story
This book is just okay. It often seems silly, especially Abby's quest to get pregnant by anyone.
The author repeatedly referenced the NFL team winning the nationals. Does that mean they won the Super Bowl? It is an annoying mistake that appearance numerous times.
This book is just okay. It often seems silly, especially Abby's quest to get pregnant by anyone.
The author repeatedly referenced the NFL team winning the nationals. Does that mean they won the Super Bowl? It is an annoying mistake that appearance numerous times.
July 15, 2020
This was a pretty good read. I liked how Abby drove Gilly crazy will all the things she did over the years.
When I read this book I didn't realize it was a part of a series. But since this book was one that I enjoyed, I am going to give the rest of the series a read.
When I read this book I didn't realize it was a part of a series. But since this book was one that I enjoyed, I am going to give the rest of the series a read.
May 4, 2020
Best friends to lovers
A good base for a relationship is friendship.A feel good read that will leave you swooning. A tad predictable at times ,but overall a sweet book.
A good base for a relationship is friendship.A feel good read that will leave you swooning. A tad predictable at times ,but overall a sweet book.
November 17, 2020
3 STARS FOR GILLY and GILLY ONLY!
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October 16, 2019
4 stars
About the book: Release Date October 11, 2019
Dylan has a stare colder than the Arctic.
Even so, I can’t stop staring at him.
I should - the guy’s been a thorn in my side since my father hired him as a consultant. I’m supposed to be taking over the company but it feels like dad doesn’t trust me at all.
To impress him I have to impress Dylan.
Not an easy task when I’m pretty certain Dylan is the devil.
The devil with the kind of gorgeousness that should come with a warning.
One that says ‘look but don’t touch’.
I learned the hard way one late night, when we turned into something more.
A mistake?
Yes, it should be.
Until it happened one more time… and again and again.
Then we became a hot, sinful, secret that could cost us everything.
If you like hot, steamy, romance with gorgeous, drool-worthy bad boys you will love this book. Dive in now for some fun.
One Last Time is a complete standalone and a part of the Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County series.
•••••••••
REVIEW: ONE LAST TIME is the first instalment in Khardine Gray’s contemporary, adult The Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County erotic, romance series focusing on the Cartwright sisters. This is twenty-eight year old, PR specialist Taylor Cartwright, and thirty-two year old, consultant Dylan Patterson’s story line.
Told from dual first person perspectives (Dylan and Taylor) ONE LAST TIME follows the forbidden relationship between twenty-eight year old, PR specialist Taylor Cartwright, and thirty-two year old, consultant Dylan Patterson. Peter Cartwright had been considering handing over the reigns of Cartwright Enterprises to his daughter Taylor but first, Peter hired consultant Dylan Patterson of Patterson Inc, in an effort to clean up and trim down Taylor’s work spending. Taylor believing her father doesn’t have any faith in his second eldest daughter, struggles with the measure Dylan is about to undertake. What ensues is the building romance and relationship between Dylan and Taylor, and the potential fall-out as Dylan is forced to make a decision regarding his relationship with Taylor Cartwright.
Dylan Patterson is the black sheep of the family believing himself not worthy of his father’s love and support. With a reputation as a bit of a manwh*re especially as it involves sleeping with clients, Dylan finds himself in another compromising position when he begins to develop feelings for Taylor Cartwright.
The relationship between Taylor and Dylan begins acrimoniously as Taylor struggles with her father’s ‘efforts’ to ensure Taylor is worthy of taking over the family business. Having met under less than ideal circumstances, Taylor and Dylan’s relationship is both personal and professional but their private relationship is about to be exposed. The $ex scenes are intimate, erotic and intense, without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.
We are introduced to Taylor’s sisters: Abby, Mia and Vanessa; Abby’s best friend Gilman Hawkins; their father Peter Cartwright; as well as Dylan’s father.
ONE LAST TIME is a story of family, acceptance and forgiveness. The premise is engaging and captivating; the characters are energetic and colorful; the romance is seductive and hot. ONE LAST TIME is a wonderful start to the author’s Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County series.
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About the book: Release Date October 11, 2019
Dylan has a stare colder than the Arctic.
Even so, I can’t stop staring at him.
I should - the guy’s been a thorn in my side since my father hired him as a consultant. I’m supposed to be taking over the company but it feels like dad doesn’t trust me at all.
To impress him I have to impress Dylan.
Not an easy task when I’m pretty certain Dylan is the devil.
The devil with the kind of gorgeousness that should come with a warning.
One that says ‘look but don’t touch’.
I learned the hard way one late night, when we turned into something more.
A mistake?
Yes, it should be.
Until it happened one more time… and again and again.
Then we became a hot, sinful, secret that could cost us everything.
If you like hot, steamy, romance with gorgeous, drool-worthy bad boys you will love this book. Dive in now for some fun.
One Last Time is a complete standalone and a part of the Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County series.
•••••••••
REVIEW: ONE LAST TIME is the first instalment in Khardine Gray’s contemporary, adult The Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County erotic, romance series focusing on the Cartwright sisters. This is twenty-eight year old, PR specialist Taylor Cartwright, and thirty-two year old, consultant Dylan Patterson’s story line.
Told from dual first person perspectives (Dylan and Taylor) ONE LAST TIME follows the forbidden relationship between twenty-eight year old, PR specialist Taylor Cartwright, and thirty-two year old, consultant Dylan Patterson. Peter Cartwright had been considering handing over the reigns of Cartwright Enterprises to his daughter Taylor but first, Peter hired consultant Dylan Patterson of Patterson Inc, in an effort to clean up and trim down Taylor’s work spending. Taylor believing her father doesn’t have any faith in his second eldest daughter, struggles with the measure Dylan is about to undertake. What ensues is the building romance and relationship between Dylan and Taylor, and the potential fall-out as Dylan is forced to make a decision regarding his relationship with Taylor Cartwright.
Dylan Patterson is the black sheep of the family believing himself not worthy of his father’s love and support. With a reputation as a bit of a manwh*re especially as it involves sleeping with clients, Dylan finds himself in another compromising position when he begins to develop feelings for Taylor Cartwright.
The relationship between Taylor and Dylan begins acrimoniously as Taylor struggles with her father’s ‘efforts’ to ensure Taylor is worthy of taking over the family business. Having met under less than ideal circumstances, Taylor and Dylan’s relationship is both personal and professional but their private relationship is about to be exposed. The $ex scenes are intimate, erotic and intense, without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.
We are introduced to Taylor’s sisters: Abby, Mia and Vanessa; Abby’s best friend Gilman Hawkins; their father Peter Cartwright; as well as Dylan’s father.
ONE LAST TIME is a story of family, acceptance and forgiveness. The premise is engaging and captivating; the characters are energetic and colorful; the romance is seductive and hot. ONE LAST TIME is a wonderful start to the author’s Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County series.
Copy supplied for review
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October 24, 2019
Pregnancy Scandal (Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County Book 2) By: Khardine Gray"Pregnancy Scandal" Is A Great Read With An Awesome Balance Between Drama & S€X¥ Times!!
She's want'n a Family... Specifically a BABY of Her OWN!
And She's decided the Time's RIGHT for Her,
Sooo She starts mak'n arrangements to get WHAT She wants...
As a party of ONE!
of course people around tell Her She's crazy...
Sooo She's gotta modify Her PLAN a bit,
And find a will'n donor She can TRUST to knock Her UP & make Her Pregnant!
That's where He comes IN... Cuz He's the perfect candidate!
As Her BestFriend there's NO messy feelings involved,
And She can TRUST Him to uphold the Terms of the Bargain...
Only He's saying NO!
Until He reconsiders; then, the "Pregnancy Scandal" is UNDER WAY!
I was granted, via B00|{$P®0UT, an ARC of Khardine Gray's "Pregnancy Scandal (Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County Book 2)." I recommend this book to others based upon its own merits. All opinions expressed within this review are uniquely my own & freely given!
Until next time... Happy Reading!
October 11, 2019
Book 2 in the Bad Boys of Orange County
What happens when your best friend of 30 years asks you to father her baby?
In this short and sweet read you find out just how strong that friendship is and if can last this crazy plan Abby has for having a baby.
Abby and Gilly have been friends since birth and have spent lots of time together, including sharing many firsts. Abby is the eldest of many sisters and after watching her younger sisters start to fall in love, get married and become more serious, she decides that at 30 it’s time for her to have a baby. She comes up with the plan of having a baby, but she doesn’t want the hassle of a relationship and she also doesn’t want to use a sperm bank.
After her first date and failure to acquire a man, she is talking with one of her sisters and tells her of her plan. Her sister comments that if it was her she would want someone she already knew and someone who treats her well and be there for her. So after a little thought she comes up with the bright idea that it is perfect to ask Gilly to father her baby. He turns her down and for the next few days they go without speaking to one another, which is something they have never done.
As you can probably guess, he changes his mind, but not without a few conditions of his own. Like I said this is a short and sweet read that I had no clue I was receiving to review but am glad I got to read it early. Go pick up your copy! You also get a little more from Dylan and Taylor from Break My Fall.
I received this as an ARC for my honest and voluntary review.
What happens when your best friend of 30 years asks you to father her baby?
In this short and sweet read you find out just how strong that friendship is and if can last this crazy plan Abby has for having a baby.
Abby and Gilly have been friends since birth and have spent lots of time together, including sharing many firsts. Abby is the eldest of many sisters and after watching her younger sisters start to fall in love, get married and become more serious, she decides that at 30 it’s time for her to have a baby. She comes up with the plan of having a baby, but she doesn’t want the hassle of a relationship and she also doesn’t want to use a sperm bank.
After her first date and failure to acquire a man, she is talking with one of her sisters and tells her of her plan. Her sister comments that if it was her she would want someone she already knew and someone who treats her well and be there for her. So after a little thought she comes up with the bright idea that it is perfect to ask Gilly to father her baby. He turns her down and for the next few days they go without speaking to one another, which is something they have never done.
As you can probably guess, he changes his mind, but not without a few conditions of his own. Like I said this is a short and sweet read that I had no clue I was receiving to review but am glad I got to read it early. Go pick up your copy! You also get a little more from Dylan and Taylor from Break My Fall.
I received this as an ARC for my honest and voluntary review.
October 15, 2019
Khardine Gray has written a 5-star book that is about Abby and Gilly. Abby and Gilly have been best friends forever. He has noticed that she has changed in the last few weeks, but he doesn't know why. Abby is wanting a baby and she tells Gilly of her plan. He tells her that it is a crazy plan and that no one would go for it. She walks away from him and goes home, she tells her sister, Mia of her plan, and she tells her the same ting Gilly said. She also told her that she would go into the plan with someone she knew and trusted. She thinks about what Mia has said to her and she decides to ask Gilly. She meets him for lunch and asks him and he tells her NO. He thinks about Abby's plan for a few days and decides to do it. He goes to see Abby and tells her that he will do it but he needs her to do something for him. He needs her to give him a chance to prove that he will be there for her. They start a relationship and things are going good for them until Gill's ex-girlfriend Giselle comes back to town and wants him back. Giselle will do anything to get Gilly back by making Abby think that she and Gilly had hooked up again.
Will Abby be able to get past the fact that Gilly had loved Giselle and now that she is back in town he won't go back to her?
Can Gilly prove to Abby that he only wants her and that he and Giselle are done?
This book was an intense read and it proves that if you let it your heart will love who it wants too.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Will Abby be able to get past the fact that Gilly had loved Giselle and now that she is back in town he won't go back to her?
Can Gilly prove to Abby that he only wants her and that he and Giselle are done?
This book was an intense read and it proves that if you let it your heart will love who it wants too.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 24, 2019
I voluntarily reviewed a copy of "PREGNANCY SCANDAL" This is the second book "Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County" this story is Abby and Gilly's BF'S to lovers romance.
Abby and Gilly have been BF'S since birth always gave one another's back their family teases them all time about being more things have changed Gilly notices over last couple of days with Abby and he doesn't know what it is.
Abby is 30yrs the eldest of her sisters she's fallen in love and friends are having babies something Abby decides she'd like to have the old fashion way but no strings attached, no dating, she tells Gilly her plan he thinks she's crazy.
When Abby tells her sister Mia what Gilly says she agrees with him and tells if she's going to do it should be with someone she trust and will be their for her she asks Gilly to lunch and asks him to be the father of her baby and he says no.
Gilly thinks over Abby's request and decides to do it but he has one condition that they try to make a relationship work he's had feelings for Abby she agrees things are going well.
Giselle is Gilly's ex she's come back and wants to get back together Abby knows that he once loved her will things end for them you must get this book it was well written and so worth the read Khardine Gray did a terrific job writing this story with interesting, entertaining characters.
Abby and Gilly have been BF'S since birth always gave one another's back their family teases them all time about being more things have changed Gilly notices over last couple of days with Abby and he doesn't know what it is.
Abby is 30yrs the eldest of her sisters she's fallen in love and friends are having babies something Abby decides she'd like to have the old fashion way but no strings attached, no dating, she tells Gilly her plan he thinks she's crazy.
When Abby tells her sister Mia what Gilly says she agrees with him and tells if she's going to do it should be with someone she trust and will be their for her she asks Gilly to lunch and asks him to be the father of her baby and he says no.
Gilly thinks over Abby's request and decides to do it but he has one condition that they try to make a relationship work he's had feelings for Abby she agrees things are going well.
Giselle is Gilly's ex she's come back and wants to get back together Abby knows that he once loved her will things end for them you must get this book it was well written and so worth the read Khardine Gray did a terrific job writing this story with interesting, entertaining characters.
October 15, 2019
A SPSPECTACUL TREAT!!!
Hawt-hawt-hawt! Khardine throws down one incredible, mind blowing, prize winning, page flipping, explosive bombshell that hooks you from the start and reels you in for the duration. A spinning throng of vexing circumstances and a slew of surprising events catapults this bad boy to life beautifully. Revving up all the swirling emotions into play with every color on the spectrum. Dazzling, smoldering and satisfying with all the spins and swirls you don't see what's coming until it knocks you upside the head. Hard! Pushing through the trials and tribulations with a bevy of plot twists and turns, explodes as every sharp corner and sleek line take us deeper into this tangled web. The chemistry is intense, sizzling and palpable. The characters personalities are authentic, original and realistic with depth and qualities that are well balanced and blended with a smooth even grace. 100% on point accuracy with dazzling scenarios along with colorfully descriptive details that makes for one majestic backdrop and fuses this bad boy together piece by piece. Remarkable job Khardine, thanks for sharing this little treasure with us.
Hawt-hawt-hawt! Khardine throws down one incredible, mind blowing, prize winning, page flipping, explosive bombshell that hooks you from the start and reels you in for the duration. A spinning throng of vexing circumstances and a slew of surprising events catapults this bad boy to life beautifully. Revving up all the swirling emotions into play with every color on the spectrum. Dazzling, smoldering and satisfying with all the spins and swirls you don't see what's coming until it knocks you upside the head. Hard! Pushing through the trials and tribulations with a bevy of plot twists and turns, explodes as every sharp corner and sleek line take us deeper into this tangled web. The chemistry is intense, sizzling and palpable. The characters personalities are authentic, original and realistic with depth and qualities that are well balanced and blended with a smooth even grace. 100% on point accuracy with dazzling scenarios along with colorfully descriptive details that makes for one majestic backdrop and fuses this bad boy together piece by piece. Remarkable job Khardine, thanks for sharing this little treasure with us.
October 11, 2019
Book Two of an Entertaining Series.
Author Khardine Gray has given us a great second book of her Orange County series. This book features the eldest sister Cartwright sister, Abby and her lifelong friend and Star pro football player, Gilly. Abby has decided that it’s time for her to have a baby. Her two best friends are pregnant and baby fever has hit her big time. She has taken aim on her best friend to be the best solution. Gilly, however, thinks it’s stupid. How will she convince him differently even though secretly he feels very protective of her and has problems of her thinking she would get pregnant by someone else. There has to be a solution. Right?
The author is a master at writing fun romances and this series is proving to be full of great storylines that intermingle with like-able characters...even the arrogant ones.
I’m definitely recommending this book and series for your reading enjoyment and pleasure.
I received this ARC from “Bad Boy Update” for my honest review so I’m leaving this for your consideration. Peace.
Author Khardine Gray has given us a great second book of her Orange County series. This book features the eldest sister Cartwright sister, Abby and her lifelong friend and Star pro football player, Gilly. Abby has decided that it’s time for her to have a baby. Her two best friends are pregnant and baby fever has hit her big time. She has taken aim on her best friend to be the best solution. Gilly, however, thinks it’s stupid. How will she convince him differently even though secretly he feels very protective of her and has problems of her thinking she would get pregnant by someone else. There has to be a solution. Right?
The author is a master at writing fun romances and this series is proving to be full of great storylines that intermingle with like-able characters...even the arrogant ones.
I’m definitely recommending this book and series for your reading enjoyment and pleasure.
I received this ARC from “Bad Boy Update” for my honest review so I’m leaving this for your consideration. Peace.
October 15, 2019
First friend , best friend, last love for ever!
by sewsummore
Abby and Gilly had been best friends as long back as either of them could remember,other girls would come and go but his friendship with Gilly was eternal. Then she shocked him with a request to be her baby's daddy, he knew she could do some crazy things but never something like that before. Gilly had always looked after her, been there for her, could he be any less now. And did he want her to find some other guy to father her child. Hell no! Gilly had always been a party girl, ready for any challenge but with be friends pregnant and in a steady relationships, she wanted what that had, at least the baby anyway. Sometimes we can "never see the forest for the trees. It was like that for her and Gilly, she had him but never knew it. This was wonderful heartwarming story of first love, last love. They were both so keen not to spoil the friendship that they never realized that they could have it all.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
by sewsummore
Abby and Gilly had been best friends as long back as either of them could remember,other girls would come and go but his friendship with Gilly was eternal. Then she shocked him with a request to be her baby's daddy, he knew she could do some crazy things but never something like that before. Gilly had always looked after her, been there for her, could he be any less now. And did he want her to find some other guy to father her child. Hell no! Gilly had always been a party girl, ready for any challenge but with be friends pregnant and in a steady relationships, she wanted what that had, at least the baby anyway. Sometimes we can "never see the forest for the trees. It was like that for her and Gilly, she had him but never knew it. This was wonderful heartwarming story of first love, last love. They were both so keen not to spoil the friendship that they never realized that they could have it all.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 17, 2019
This is book two in the Bad Boy Bachelors of Orange County series. The books in this series are standalone but I would recommend reading them all, one always loves a bad boy story. Meet Abby, she wants to get pregnant, the old fashioned way, but she does not want to deal with the messy relationship bit. How hard can it be to find a guy willing to have sex, get her pregnant, then split, it happens all the time. Why is it when you are looking for something, you can never find it? Meet Gilly, he and Abby have been best friends since forever and there relationship has always been just friends until Abby approaches him to make a baby with her. Now he is giving this more thought and he is curious. What happens when you cross that line? You can't go back. This was a fun, quick read that had a lot of ups and downs to challenge these characters and keep the story moving. Was it all worth the gamble? Does Abby get her baby? Is there a HEA for Abby and Gilly? Enjoy!
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.
October 23, 2019
Beautiful connection - best friend to lovers epic love story
Pregnancy Scandal - Bad Boy Billionaires of Orange County Book 2 by Khardine Gray is a well written romance with lots of feels. This one felt like an epic love story to me simply because Abby and Gilly are life-long best friends who finally realize they really do love each other as more that best friends.
I really like these two characters. Not only are they best friends, they are fun, flirty and so right for each other it's obvious. The only ones that don't see to know and recognize it are Abby and Gilly!
The plot of this book was so fun to read. Abby is pretty outrageous and Gilly is just trying to reign her in. Each goes through some self-reflection and finally they see the light. While it's not all hearts and roses (Ms Gray makes these two work for it!) it is steamy as Abby and Gilly finally burn up the sheets.
Overall, this beautiful friendship develops into a beautiful epic love and a perfectly adorable HEA.
I read an ARC of this book and voluntarily share my review.
Pregnancy Scandal - Bad Boy Billionaires of Orange County Book 2 by Khardine Gray is a well written romance with lots of feels. This one felt like an epic love story to me simply because Abby and Gilly are life-long best friends who finally realize they really do love each other as more that best friends.
I really like these two characters. Not only are they best friends, they are fun, flirty and so right for each other it's obvious. The only ones that don't see to know and recognize it are Abby and Gilly!
The plot of this book was so fun to read. Abby is pretty outrageous and Gilly is just trying to reign her in. Each goes through some self-reflection and finally they see the light. While it's not all hearts and roses (Ms Gray makes these two work for it!) it is steamy as Abby and Gilly finally burn up the sheets.
Overall, this beautiful friendship develops into a beautiful epic love and a perfectly adorable HEA.
I read an ARC of this book and voluntarily share my review.
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