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Elements of Rapture #2
Ascend
Did I plan to marry the single mom I’ve wanted for years on a drunken whim in Vegas? No. Do I regret it? Heck no! Bella Patel might think we’re just friends , or that I’m nothing but a playboy pilot, or even that this marriage is only a temporary charade . . . but I’m hell-bent on proving her wrong. If she’s skittish and stubborn, then I’m dependable and determined. So, when her scumbag baby-daddy threatens her and she asks me to double down on our ruse, I’m only too eager to comply. My condition? For her and her daughter to move in with me . You know, for ‘optics’ sake. Because by the end of this marriage contract, the only jackpot I want to win is a chance at forever with her.
362 pages, Paperback
First published March 9, 2023
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Swati M.H.
30 books1,151 followersSwati MH is a Texas raised contemporary romance author living in the Bay Area with her very own book husband and two beautiful daughters. When she's not writing stories full of humor, heart, and heartbreak, she's likely thinking about doing so . . . preferably while holding a glass of wine.
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March 13, 2024
Single Mom? Married in Vegas?? Hot Pilot??? Takes care of her when sick???? say less
February 28, 2023
Seriously, is there anything better than an alpharoll hero who's all in and determined to win his girl? I adore all of Swati's heroes, but Garrett Meyer is the crème de la crème, the pièce de résistance, the ultimate swoon, the quintessential cherry on top of all book boyfriends!
His only problem is his reputation as a player. It doesn’t matter that he's only had eyes for one girl since the day he met her four years ago, that pesky reputation follows him every-dang-where. And Bella hasn’t given Garret a chance to prove he's more than an outdated reputation. Yes, he's amazing with her young daughter, Meera, but Bella has Garrett squarely allocated to the friend zone.
Destiny has a way of smiling on Garrett, however, when he and Bella get married to protect Meera against a decidedly sleezy baby daddy who is determined to enter the picture. With their new cozy family picture, Garrett finally has a chance to show Bella just how serious he is about her. But he certainly has his work cut out for him.
Our amazing Bella may have a slight issue with trust. She's used to taking care of herself and her daughter and she's not used to relying on anyone else. Don’t get me wrong. She's my favorite kind of shero – strong, smart, confident and capable – but her stubbornness can keep her from seeing something that's staring her in the face.
Oh my heart, y'all, I adore these characters and their story so, so much! They’ve no only burrowed deep down inside, but they own me heart and soul. I love their banter, their sweetness and their vulnerabilities. I love the precious relationship between Garrett and precocious little Meera, and I love the metaphors about learning to trust and finding home. The whole story is a thing of exquisite beauty, perfectly sprinkled with humor and heat that left my heart soaring on wings of blissful happiness. Ascend promises to be one of your very best reads this year, so give your romantic heart the HEA it's longing for with Garrett and Bella's story.
His only problem is his reputation as a player. It doesn’t matter that he's only had eyes for one girl since the day he met her four years ago, that pesky reputation follows him every-dang-where. And Bella hasn’t given Garret a chance to prove he's more than an outdated reputation. Yes, he's amazing with her young daughter, Meera, but Bella has Garrett squarely allocated to the friend zone.
Destiny has a way of smiling on Garrett, however, when he and Bella get married to protect Meera against a decidedly sleezy baby daddy who is determined to enter the picture. With their new cozy family picture, Garrett finally has a chance to show Bella just how serious he is about her. But he certainly has his work cut out for him.
Our amazing Bella may have a slight issue with trust. She's used to taking care of herself and her daughter and she's not used to relying on anyone else. Don’t get me wrong. She's my favorite kind of shero – strong, smart, confident and capable – but her stubbornness can keep her from seeing something that's staring her in the face.
Oh my heart, y'all, I adore these characters and their story so, so much! They’ve no only burrowed deep down inside, but they own me heart and soul. I love their banter, their sweetness and their vulnerabilities. I love the precious relationship between Garrett and precocious little Meera, and I love the metaphors about learning to trust and finding home. The whole story is a thing of exquisite beauty, perfectly sprinkled with humor and heat that left my heart soaring on wings of blissful happiness. Ascend promises to be one of your very best reads this year, so give your romantic heart the HEA it's longing for with Garrett and Bella's story.
did-not-finish
January 19, 2024DNF at 56%. They are together, I am satisfied.
How does this book continue on? I guess we don't have resolution about the baby daddy yet.
How does this book continue on? I guess we don't have resolution about the baby daddy yet.
March 20, 2023
*I received this ARC from the author*
marriage of convenience + Vegas wedding + reformed playboy (who's secretly been in love with her)??? hell to the yes.
this man is blond but he very much redeemed himself throughout this book. literally, the things he said and did??? even my black heart was swooning. this single mom marries her former playboy friend to help ensure custody of her daughter when the baby daddy decides to show back up and I couldn't get enough.
this author writes some amazing romance, but I also love that she writes interracial couples and WELL. she's so talented with the banter, the plots, and the spice. I love the mix of cultures she includes in her stories, making these characters not just relatable but extremely authentic. big fan. absolutely loved this book (it is book 2, book 1 is "adrift"- different couple and very good as well)
marriage of convenience + Vegas wedding + reformed playboy (who's secretly been in love with her)??? hell to the yes.
this man is blond but he very much redeemed himself throughout this book. literally, the things he said and did??? even my black heart was swooning. this single mom marries her former playboy friend to help ensure custody of her daughter when the baby daddy decides to show back up and I couldn't get enough.
this author writes some amazing romance, but I also love that she writes interracial couples and WELL. she's so talented with the banter, the plots, and the spice. I love the mix of cultures she includes in her stories, making these characters not just relatable but extremely authentic. big fan. absolutely loved this book (it is book 2, book 1 is "adrift"- different couple and very good as well)
December 26, 2024
Spoilers ahead
I may have to give up on this author, third try and yet another fail for me. Her h's consistently kill the books for me.
Garrett and the h have been casual friends for years, when her child's father returns intent on fighting for visitation with their daughter Garrett steps forward as her husband to end the confrontation. Later the two get married for real while drunk in Vegas. With the custody case upcoming they agree to stay married on paper for a while, but Garrett has wanted her for four years and he's determined to make his fake marriage real.
*****
This bitch irritated me so much grrrrrrr
Garrett was apparently a huge manwhore in previous years, we know this from him telling us in his pov and from the h saying she's heard him being teased by his family members. She's been around him for four years and has never seen him with a woman yet she's convinced he's a manwhore and won't want a relationship. Now I get it , I'm not a fan of manwhores but seriously???? At some point open your fucking eyes and look around! Ask a god damned question you moronic over thinking bitch! He was there for her for years, her kid loved him and called him uncle yet she judged him based on talk amongst his family rather than his actions over the time that she's known him. She took twenty more years (jk) before she gave him a shot at them actually having a relationship......then she's told that he slept with a married woman in his past......and off she goes again, over thinking shit and pulling away from him........ bitch if you don't vagina up and ask this man some damn questions!!!!!! Grrrrrrrrr( I may be a tad bit sleep deprived 😂)
Garrett admitted he was a manwhore in his past but from the moment he met the h he was gone for her. This was a woman pregnant by somebody else but he wanted no one after her. For years he's just been her friend while she gave birth and was raising her daughter......yet he wanted no one else. If this doesn't earn redemption idk what does. His last hookup was with a skank who caused some drama here but he was done with that mess. When he was given his chance with the h he was so good to her and her daughter, poor fool that he was. I liked Garrett and if he'd had any other h, I'd have rated this higher.
The h's nicknames for him sucked and were just another added irritant to me. Who tf calls their man pilot.......even if he is a damn pilot 🙄
Something about this author's h's just do not work for me it seems.
Aside from that a goodly portion of their drama or "angst" came from her overthinking 🙄
Meera was a cutie pie though she did not sound like a four year old, I adored her little bossy ass nevertheless
*******
Single parent h
Friends to lovers
Hero celibate 4 years, he was a manwhore previously. We do not see evidence of his manwhoring but we're told he let that dick fly free
h had a hookup with a guy who turned out to be married, he returns years later and wants to see his child.
Slight OW drama
Cute epilogue
I may have to give up on this author, third try and yet another fail for me. Her h's consistently kill the books for me.
Garrett and the h have been casual friends for years, when her child's father returns intent on fighting for visitation with their daughter Garrett steps forward as her husband to end the confrontation. Later the two get married for real while drunk in Vegas. With the custody case upcoming they agree to stay married on paper for a while, but Garrett has wanted her for four years and he's determined to make his fake marriage real.
*****
This bitch irritated me so much grrrrrrr
Garrett was apparently a huge manwhore in previous years, we know this from him telling us in his pov and from the h saying she's heard him being teased by his family members. She's been around him for four years and has never seen him with a woman yet she's convinced he's a manwhore and won't want a relationship. Now I get it , I'm not a fan of manwhores but seriously???? At some point open your fucking eyes and look around! Ask a god damned question you moronic over thinking bitch! He was there for her for years, her kid loved him and called him uncle yet she judged him based on talk amongst his family rather than his actions over the time that she's known him. She took twenty more years (jk) before she gave him a shot at them actually having a relationship......then she's told that he slept with a married woman in his past......and off she goes again, over thinking shit and pulling away from him........ bitch if you don't vagina up and ask this man some damn questions!!!!!! Grrrrrrrrr( I may be a tad bit sleep deprived 😂)
Garrett admitted he was a manwhore in his past but from the moment he met the h he was gone for her. This was a woman pregnant by somebody else but he wanted no one after her. For years he's just been her friend while she gave birth and was raising her daughter......yet he wanted no one else. If this doesn't earn redemption idk what does. His last hookup was with a skank who caused some drama here but he was done with that mess. When he was given his chance with the h he was so good to her and her daughter, poor fool that he was. I liked Garrett and if he'd had any other h, I'd have rated this higher.
The h's nicknames for him sucked and were just another added irritant to me. Who tf calls their man pilot.......even if he is a damn pilot 🙄
Something about this author's h's just do not work for me it seems.
Aside from that a goodly portion of their drama or "angst" came from her overthinking 🙄
Meera was a cutie pie though she did not sound like a four year old, I adored her little bossy ass nevertheless
*******
Single parent h
Friends to lovers
Hero celibate 4 years, he was a manwhore previously. We do not see evidence of his manwhoring but we're told he let that dick fly free
h had a hookup with a guy who turned out to be married, he returns years later and wants to see his child.
Slight OW drama
Cute epilogue
March 9, 2023
I love a marriage of convenience and this one is just perfect. Swati always writes a swoony mmc but Garrett is definitely my favorite yet. From the start of the book he is all in with Bella. Ready to step up and be everything she needs. This book had me hooked from page one. I laughed. I got choked up. I swooned. Def read this book and fall in love with Garrett and Bella.
March 2, 2023
Captain, oh captain. You are cleared for landing. ✈️
Somebody let Tom Cruise know there’s a new aviator that has taken the number one spot. Captain Garrett Meyer.
Woooweee! This one was hot, hot, HOT. But truly, I wouldn’t expect any less from Swati. No one can send the temperature soaring quite like Swati, and she gave us another scorcher with this one.
Ascend was a treat for the senses. Garrett and Bella were fogging up my glasses and I am not mad. I loved every second of seeing Garrett break down the brick wall Bella had lined with barbed wire protecting her heart. The relationship between Garrett and Meera was so endearing that I have no doubt it had ovaries exploding all over the world.
Bella was a tough egg to crack, but Captain Garrett knew that the reward was worth the battle. And deep down, Bella knew that only a man like him could get her to love.
“It was never a question of seeing you, pilot.”
Yes, girl, YES! See him! Love him, and ride off into that HEA sunset.
Something must be in the water they were drinking at the Meyer house because between Darian and now Garrett, women don’t stand a chance.
Let’s not forget how fantastic it was getting an update on the gang. Rani, Melody (um, anyone else super excited about the revelations), and Dean (please tell me he’s next).
Standing ovation for you —yet again— Swati M.H. and on behalf of women all over the world, thank you for the perfection of the Meyer brothers.
Somebody let Tom Cruise know there’s a new aviator that has taken the number one spot. Captain Garrett Meyer.
Woooweee! This one was hot, hot, HOT. But truly, I wouldn’t expect any less from Swati. No one can send the temperature soaring quite like Swati, and she gave us another scorcher with this one.
Ascend was a treat for the senses. Garrett and Bella were fogging up my glasses and I am not mad. I loved every second of seeing Garrett break down the brick wall Bella had lined with barbed wire protecting her heart. The relationship between Garrett and Meera was so endearing that I have no doubt it had ovaries exploding all over the world.
Bella was a tough egg to crack, but Captain Garrett knew that the reward was worth the battle. And deep down, Bella knew that only a man like him could get her to love.
“It was never a question of seeing you, pilot.”
Yes, girl, YES! See him! Love him, and ride off into that HEA sunset.
Something must be in the water they were drinking at the Meyer house because between Darian and now Garrett, women don’t stand a chance.
Let’s not forget how fantastic it was getting an update on the gang. Rani, Melody (um, anyone else super excited about the revelations), and Dean (please tell me he’s next).
Standing ovation for you —yet again— Swati M.H. and on behalf of women all over the world, thank you for the perfection of the Meyer brothers.
March 11, 2023
Loved this!! (Reformed) Playboy pilot x single mom, marriage of convenience, friends to lovers and no 3rd act breakup!!!
I love the man obsessed and this book did it so well because for a man who’s known to sleep around since the first day he met the FMC he never looked at another woman. YES PLEASE & THANK YOU! Literally it takes them 4 years before he gets her to marry him while they both happen to be in Vegas and during those 4 years he was celibate. I’m glad this is how it happened here especially when the FMC was only with 2 men her whole life.
The whole time Garret is doing everything he can to make Bella see him and how he wants this marriage to be real. There are no regrets once she decides to take that step and try for real.
Garret loves Bella’s daughter and has been there for her throughout their 4 years of friendship. Their relationship makes the book even sweeter. The fact that he was there in the hospital when she was born and gave her her nickname right then!! I loved that extra scene thrown in.
I love the man obsessed and this book did it so well because for a man who’s known to sleep around since the first day he met the FMC he never looked at another woman. YES PLEASE & THANK YOU! Literally it takes them 4 years before he gets her to marry him while they both happen to be in Vegas and during those 4 years he was celibate. I’m glad this is how it happened here especially when the FMC was only with 2 men her whole life.
The whole time Garret is doing everything he can to make Bella see him and how he wants this marriage to be real. There are no regrets once she decides to take that step and try for real.
Garret loves Bella’s daughter and has been there for her throughout their 4 years of friendship. Their relationship makes the book even sweeter. The fact that he was there in the hospital when she was born and gave her her nickname right then!! I loved that extra scene thrown in.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 23, 2025
the fmc frustrated me at times, which is surprising because usually the mmc can handle that all alone
July 9, 2023
This is book 2 in Swati M.H.’s Elements of Rapture series. While I don't think you have to read Adrift to enjoy this, it gives a nice backstory to the MCs and some of the secondary characters.
I loved Garrett and Bella in Adrift and was excited for them to get their HEA here. I also love single parent romance, friends to lovers, and opposites attract. M.H.'s unique take on fake marriage was a nice twist as well. When Bella's one-night-stand-turned-baby-daddy threatens to seek custody of their 4 year old (whom he's never met), she's understandably panicked. While claiming she's married to get Chaz to back off - Garrett swoops in to offer the real deal. Add in a drunken Vegas wedding and what starts out a bit ridiculous becomes so much more.
I love that former Pilot Playboy, Garrett, has to work hard to convince Bella that he's not only changed his ways but it's really only her he's after. It's a sweet seduction - physically as well as emotionally. While I wish Meera was a more integral part of the story (she's "off with grandma" for significant chunks of it), her on page time is hilarious and her bond with Garrett is adorable. Bella's mom is amazing and her interactions with everyone are awesome.
Terrific HEA and, of course, I loved the epilogue. I can't wait for Dean's book, Ablaze.
I loved Garrett and Bella in Adrift and was excited for them to get their HEA here. I also love single parent romance, friends to lovers, and opposites attract. M.H.'s unique take on fake marriage was a nice twist as well. When Bella's one-night-stand-turned-baby-daddy threatens to seek custody of their 4 year old (whom he's never met), she's understandably panicked. While claiming she's married to get Chaz to back off - Garrett swoops in to offer the real deal. Add in a drunken Vegas wedding and what starts out a bit ridiculous becomes so much more.
I love that former Pilot Playboy, Garrett, has to work hard to convince Bella that he's not only changed his ways but it's really only her he's after. It's a sweet seduction - physically as well as emotionally. While I wish Meera was a more integral part of the story (she's "off with grandma" for significant chunks of it), her on page time is hilarious and her bond with Garrett is adorable. Bella's mom is amazing and her interactions with everyone are awesome.
Terrific HEA and, of course, I loved the epilogue. I can't wait for Dean's book, Ablaze.
March 15, 2023
Review of Ascend Garrett by Swati M.H
5 Stars⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This is the story of Garrett and Bella (Darian's brother & Rina's cousin) Book 2
OMG!! This was the swooniest and sexiest MMC that Swati M.H has written to date. I Can't wait for you all to read this book you will fall in love with G. Just like I have, I LOVED everything about this story from the beginning to end!
That drunken night they had, that ends in a wedding was epic.
I have read all Swati's books and loved them, but I have found my favorite one of them all ...THIS ONE💙✈️.
Garrett:
“It’s been four years since I’ve known. Four years that I’ve tried–at every family gathering and event–to have her eyes settle on me for more than a mere fraction of a moment. Four years that I’ve hoarded each word she’s uttered in my direction–directly or indirectly–like some sort of amateur coin collector waiting for a day to cash it all in for a big payout. Because moving on when it comes to her isn’t in my wheelhouse.”
Bella has her reasons for not trusting easily. She's had a few disappointments in her life that makes it really difficult to trust a man. She sure makes Garrett work for her trust! He doesn't light up though, it is beautiful how he treats her and Meera her daughter. He proves to them how trust, faithfulness and purest form of love should feel like, and be treasured. He shows how a woman should be treated.
This book is truly filled with beautiful moments, funny moments too, sad heartbreaking moments, and a heartwarming family. Friend's that are there any time you need their support . This couple does have some things to overcome before they make it.
The steam and sex is off the chains with these two, it takes a bit to start but once they get it on 🌶️🔥 oof it's hot, dirty talking time 🥵!!
Little Meera will absolutely steal your heart, she stole mine right from the beginning and she has G. wrapped around her little finger.
We had cameo appearances with some of our favorite character's from Adrift, which I enjoyed so much re-visiting with, and we also got to meet new ones ;))
This book can be read as a standalone, but for the best reading experience I would recommend reading Adrift first.
This story is told in 1st person, dual POV, no cliffhanger, no cheating and a great HEA as only this author can give us.
I had the honor of BETA reading this book. Thank you so much Swati M.H for giving me this special opportunity, you rock girl ❤️☺️ I had missed you 😘!!!
My review is honest and completely voluntarily!!
5 Stars⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This is the story of Garrett and Bella (Darian's brother & Rina's cousin) Book 2
OMG!! This was the swooniest and sexiest MMC that Swati M.H has written to date. I Can't wait for you all to read this book you will fall in love with G. Just like I have, I LOVED everything about this story from the beginning to end!
That drunken night they had, that ends in a wedding was epic.
I have read all Swati's books and loved them, but I have found my favorite one of them all ...THIS ONE💙✈️.
Garrett:
“It’s been four years since I’ve known. Four years that I’ve tried–at every family gathering and event–to have her eyes settle on me for more than a mere fraction of a moment. Four years that I’ve hoarded each word she’s uttered in my direction–directly or indirectly–like some sort of amateur coin collector waiting for a day to cash it all in for a big payout. Because moving on when it comes to her isn’t in my wheelhouse.”
Bella has her reasons for not trusting easily. She's had a few disappointments in her life that makes it really difficult to trust a man. She sure makes Garrett work for her trust! He doesn't light up though, it is beautiful how he treats her and Meera her daughter. He proves to them how trust, faithfulness and purest form of love should feel like, and be treasured. He shows how a woman should be treated.
This book is truly filled with beautiful moments, funny moments too, sad heartbreaking moments, and a heartwarming family. Friend's that are there any time you need their support . This couple does have some things to overcome before they make it.
The steam and sex is off the chains with these two, it takes a bit to start but once they get it on 🌶️🔥 oof it's hot, dirty talking time 🥵!!
Little Meera will absolutely steal your heart, she stole mine right from the beginning and she has G. wrapped around her little finger.
We had cameo appearances with some of our favorite character's from Adrift, which I enjoyed so much re-visiting with, and we also got to meet new ones ;))
This book can be read as a standalone, but for the best reading experience I would recommend reading Adrift first.
This story is told in 1st person, dual POV, no cliffhanger, no cheating and a great HEA as only this author can give us.
I had the honor of BETA reading this book. Thank you so much Swati M.H for giving me this special opportunity, you rock girl ❤️☺️ I had missed you 😘!!!
My review is honest and completely voluntarily!!
March 11, 2023
My Review ✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️
Talk about a swoon worth male lead!! Garrett may have been know as a playboy but he is so far from it! An his love for Bella & Meera is unbelievable. I loved this book from start to finish.
Bella is trying to be the best mother to her daughter an providing everything she can. Until her world is rocked by running into her sperm donor - an let’s face it that’s all he is. With her world turned upside down she gets married after a wild night in Vegas. Lucky for her she wakes up to the one man who’s been in love with her for a while.
Garrett finally has a chance to show Bella just how serious he is about her. But he certainly has his work cut out for him with making her see he’s changed and that he’s all in for them both. I love this he’s fallen so much for her that he would do anything to make sure they are both protected.
I love the relationship between Garrett and little Meera. I seriously loved this book. Bella and Garrett are perfect for each other when they finally let the love come down on them haha.
Definitely a must read! Pick up this one now!
Talk about a swoon worth male lead!! Garrett may have been know as a playboy but he is so far from it! An his love for Bella & Meera is unbelievable. I loved this book from start to finish.
Bella is trying to be the best mother to her daughter an providing everything she can. Until her world is rocked by running into her sperm donor - an let’s face it that’s all he is. With her world turned upside down she gets married after a wild night in Vegas. Lucky for her she wakes up to the one man who’s been in love with her for a while.
Garrett finally has a chance to show Bella just how serious he is about her. But he certainly has his work cut out for him with making her see he’s changed and that he’s all in for them both. I love this he’s fallen so much for her that he would do anything to make sure they are both protected.
I love the relationship between Garrett and little Meera. I seriously loved this book. Bella and Garrett are perfect for each other when they finally let the love come down on them haha.
Definitely a must read! Pick up this one now!
March 12, 2023
So many emotions with this book!!! With the insane chemistry and spice to the most adorable 4 yr old and cats! Omg I will never look at a Ferris wheel the right way again!!! What’s more special is seeing the old characters from other bks! The camaraderie, the fits of giggles and the laughs! Perfection!!!!
March 11, 2023
Amazing book!!
This book is just incredible! You have a dirty talking, kid loving,possessive and a sexy pilot. In the past, he's been kinda a player but in the 4 years, things have been different. Garrett and Bella have been friends but never crossed the line. Bella has her own insecurities and trust issues when it comes to men..she's been hurt and doesn't give her heart away that easily. With a drunken night in Vegas brings these two together, they have to face their feelings. Bella has some major growth in this book sure it takes a little bit but when it comes down to when it matters, she handles it like an adult. Her little girl is so sassy and gives it back to anyone she comes in contact with. The love, care and respect for one another is so clear with these characters. Swati has done a brilliant job of creating an incredible book with characters you will connect to and fall for. I will say this, I break down during one scene and while the conflicr of emotions is there, I feel Garrett's pain so much. Garrett is definitely book boyfriend material and truly knows how to love his woman!!! Bella is a lucky lady!!!
This book is just incredible! You have a dirty talking, kid loving,possessive and a sexy pilot. In the past, he's been kinda a player but in the 4 years, things have been different. Garrett and Bella have been friends but never crossed the line. Bella has her own insecurities and trust issues when it comes to men..she's been hurt and doesn't give her heart away that easily. With a drunken night in Vegas brings these two together, they have to face their feelings. Bella has some major growth in this book sure it takes a little bit but when it comes down to when it matters, she handles it like an adult. Her little girl is so sassy and gives it back to anyone she comes in contact with. The love, care and respect for one another is so clear with these characters. Swati has done a brilliant job of creating an incredible book with characters you will connect to and fall for. I will say this, I break down during one scene and while the conflicr of emotions is there, I feel Garrett's pain so much. Garrett is definitely book boyfriend material and truly knows how to love his woman!!! Bella is a lucky lady!!!
March 9, 2023
Such a sweet read!
From reading Adrift, I've been eagerly awaiting and hoping for Bella & Garrett's story. It did not disappoint, it is such an incredibly, heartwarming romance that you will devour. Set 4 years later, we get to see Bella as the strong independent superhero, raising Meera as a single mum and in walls Garrett. Garrett will no doubt be added to everyone's book boyfriends, from being as swoony as he is with Bella, and the way he loves is beautiful but what hits me the most is just how much he loves Meera. That made me fall for him more and more. I'm so glad this couple got their happy ending that they do much deserved. Would highly recommend to romance readers who are fans of the tropes, marriage of convenience and single parent.
From reading Adrift, I've been eagerly awaiting and hoping for Bella & Garrett's story. It did not disappoint, it is such an incredibly, heartwarming romance that you will devour. Set 4 years later, we get to see Bella as the strong independent superhero, raising Meera as a single mum and in walls Garrett. Garrett will no doubt be added to everyone's book boyfriends, from being as swoony as he is with Bella, and the way he loves is beautiful but what hits me the most is just how much he loves Meera. That made me fall for him more and more. I'm so glad this couple got their happy ending that they do much deserved. Would highly recommend to romance readers who are fans of the tropes, marriage of convenience and single parent.
March 9, 2023
I love , love , loved Garrett , Bella and sweet but sassy little princess Meera.
This book was everything I love in a single mum romance.
Garrett was so swoon-worthy , he may have been added to my book boyfriend list.
I couldn't put this book down , I was hooked on this book from the very first page.
I would definitely recommend this book and series I've loved them both so far.
Amazing series i can't wait for more . Both books have been five star reads for me.
This book was everything I love in a single mum romance.
Garrett was so swoon-worthy , he may have been added to my book boyfriend list.
I couldn't put this book down , I was hooked on this book from the very first page.
I would definitely recommend this book and series I've loved them both so far.
Amazing series i can't wait for more . Both books have been five star reads for me.
March 9, 2023
Swoon.
This is only my second time reading this author, and is already becoming a favorite. Ascend is the story of Garrett & Belle, and how two friends can help each other with a fake marriage. This story had me laughing, smiling, swooning, and even a little teary eyed. Garrett is the perfect cinnamon roll book boyfriend in my opinion. This sweet romance will capture your heart easily, and have you feeling some of this couple's heat too.
4.5/stars
This is only my second time reading this author, and is already becoming a favorite. Ascend is the story of Garrett & Belle, and how two friends can help each other with a fake marriage. This story had me laughing, smiling, swooning, and even a little teary eyed. Garrett is the perfect cinnamon roll book boyfriend in my opinion. This sweet romance will capture your heart easily, and have you feeling some of this couple's heat too.
4.5/stars
March 12, 2023
Ascend by Swati M.H. is a fake relationship/marriage of convenience, single mother, friends to lovers novel with loads of angst and a super cute toddler.
Garrett Meyer is without a doubt one of my new favorite and hottest male characters from Swati. This guy is what ever girl dreams about. He‘s sweet, caring and just a guy you‘d want to have for yourself.
Bella Patel has a hard time trusting men after her father left her as a little child and various other men have disappointed her. I totally understood her from start to finish.
I seriously loved this book. Bella and Garrett are perfect for eachother. Garrett did not give up once he had Bella! Swoon!!!!
In ny opinion Swati creates more and more loveable characters everytime she publishes and I have yet to not like any of her books!
5⭐️
Garrett Meyer is without a doubt one of my new favorite and hottest male characters from Swati. This guy is what ever girl dreams about. He‘s sweet, caring and just a guy you‘d want to have for yourself.
Bella Patel has a hard time trusting men after her father left her as a little child and various other men have disappointed her. I totally understood her from start to finish.
I seriously loved this book. Bella and Garrett are perfect for eachother. Garrett did not give up once he had Bella! Swoon!!!!
In ny opinion Swati creates more and more loveable characters everytime she publishes and I have yet to not like any of her books!
5⭐️
March 9, 2023
This book is a marriage of convenience, friends to lovers, age gap, single mom, sweet and spicy. This is the second book I've read by Swati! Garrett is definitely my favorite so far. I love everything in this story. The epilogue was everything it was perfect!
March 7, 2023
Absolutely Wonderful! This is another wonderful, emotional, steamy story from Swati M.H. and I loved it! Garrett knows what he wants and Bella is doing her best to fight what is so obvious. Bella is a single mom to sweet, sassy little Meera and doesn’t trust easily. Garett is there for both of them and trying to prove he is not just the playboy everyone thinks he is. These three together are just perfect! Definitely a must read!
March 10, 2023
I devoured this book and I do mean in one big bite! I really wanted to savour it and stretch it out but it was damn impossible!! The minute I got my hands on it, game over, sold sign me up!!
Swati is such a talented writer, I love her style, the way she creates such relatable characters and you can literally feel the amount of heart she puts into her books.
This book is the 2nd in the series- can be read as standalones but I recommend following from book one, as you will see the previous couple in here (which I adored by the way!)
Some of what to expect;
-friends to lovers
-age gap
-single mum
-Marriage of convenience
-Serious pinning/ he falls first
-Pantie melting steam!! (The mouth on this man 🥵 he also eats 😻 dessert for daysss)
Our two leads are Bella and Garrett. They have been friends for a few years now, they see each other at family events and help each other when they can... but what happens when one or maybe both of them are secretly pinning for the other.. you throw in a D-bag baby daddy, a kiss, a proposal, a trip to Vegas?!..
I'll tell you what you get, a swoon-worthy, pantie-melting, banter-filler journey.
Bella is a single mum to the cutest, sassiest wee girl ever! She may have come from a one-night stand with a d-bag but that little girl is her whole world and she'll do everything in her power to provide for her and keep her safe from any harm in the world. Bella is beautiful, independent, feisty stubborn and sassy as Heck! So what happens when said D-bag demands to see her daughter? I'll tell you what she gets kissed by a pilot, gets drunk in Vegas and well what happens in Vegas doesn't always stay there.. she doesn't believe a man like Garrett could ever want her, she has had a crush on mine for years now but she has pushed it down so deep even she denies it.
Will she ever open up to the possibility of love?
Can she trust again?
Or will her fears ruin something that hasn't even begun yet?
Garrett my holy frick!! This man is not book boyfriend material he is all-out swoon-worthy husband material!!
He has a past that he wishes he could escape, being a reformed playboy isn't so easy especially when it's a huge reason the woman he has loved for 4 years won't let him get too close. I tell you no lies this drool-worthy man is one of the most golden-retriever MMCs I have read in a long time! Garrett doesn't expect to see Bella at Vegas Airport, and he definitely doesn't expect to kiss her and introduce himself as her husband.. but he can't deny how good it feels to do.
So after one drunken night, where he finds himself with her in a Chapel, he will do anything to prove just how much he wants her. (The way this man worships Bella is like no other)
Can he break down her walls of steel?
Can he show her that he's more than a playboy pilot?
Now that he's got her, will he finally be able to keep her?
This is one of the best Marriage of convenience books I have read. It was so devastatingly beautiful, these characters pull you in from the very beginning and don't let you go. The things they go through, the strength they not only show but share with each other. I laughed, I shouted, I damn near melted and I did have a tear or two. I honestly never wanted it to end.
I have said once before with Swati that I fall so deeply in love with her couples but these two.. they just took the gold, I will never forget them and it's going to be hard to let them go. I could go on and on about this book but it's brand new and you honestly won regret checking it out for yourself!!
Highly recommend
Swati is such a talented writer, I love her style, the way she creates such relatable characters and you can literally feel the amount of heart she puts into her books.
This book is the 2nd in the series- can be read as standalones but I recommend following from book one, as you will see the previous couple in here (which I adored by the way!)
Some of what to expect;
-friends to lovers
-age gap
-single mum
-Marriage of convenience
-Serious pinning/ he falls first
-Pantie melting steam!! (The mouth on this man 🥵 he also eats 😻 dessert for daysss)
Our two leads are Bella and Garrett. They have been friends for a few years now, they see each other at family events and help each other when they can... but what happens when one or maybe both of them are secretly pinning for the other.. you throw in a D-bag baby daddy, a kiss, a proposal, a trip to Vegas?!..
I'll tell you what you get, a swoon-worthy, pantie-melting, banter-filler journey.
Bella is a single mum to the cutest, sassiest wee girl ever! She may have come from a one-night stand with a d-bag but that little girl is her whole world and she'll do everything in her power to provide for her and keep her safe from any harm in the world. Bella is beautiful, independent, feisty stubborn and sassy as Heck! So what happens when said D-bag demands to see her daughter? I'll tell you what she gets kissed by a pilot, gets drunk in Vegas and well what happens in Vegas doesn't always stay there.. she doesn't believe a man like Garrett could ever want her, she has had a crush on mine for years now but she has pushed it down so deep even she denies it.
Will she ever open up to the possibility of love?
Can she trust again?
Or will her fears ruin something that hasn't even begun yet?
Garrett my holy frick!! This man is not book boyfriend material he is all-out swoon-worthy husband material!!
He has a past that he wishes he could escape, being a reformed playboy isn't so easy especially when it's a huge reason the woman he has loved for 4 years won't let him get too close. I tell you no lies this drool-worthy man is one of the most golden-retriever MMCs I have read in a long time! Garrett doesn't expect to see Bella at Vegas Airport, and he definitely doesn't expect to kiss her and introduce himself as her husband.. but he can't deny how good it feels to do.
So after one drunken night, where he finds himself with her in a Chapel, he will do anything to prove just how much he wants her. (The way this man worships Bella is like no other)
Can he break down her walls of steel?
Can he show her that he's more than a playboy pilot?
Now that he's got her, will he finally be able to keep her?
This is one of the best Marriage of convenience books I have read. It was so devastatingly beautiful, these characters pull you in from the very beginning and don't let you go. The things they go through, the strength they not only show but share with each other. I laughed, I shouted, I damn near melted and I did have a tear or two. I honestly never wanted it to end.
I have said once before with Swati that I fall so deeply in love with her couples but these two.. they just took the gold, I will never forget them and it's going to be hard to let them go. I could go on and on about this book but it's brand new and you honestly won regret checking it out for yourself!!
Highly recommend
March 11, 2023
When I tell you the amount of swooning I did in this book, you probably wouldn’t believe me. Heck, I probably wouldn’t have believed me. But it’s entirely true, and probably embarrassingly accurate, how perfect of a book boyfriend Garrett is. And while there were many small, beautiful, wonderful moments to swoon over, there was really one in particular that had me on my knees. One moment that solidified everything….which of course I won’t share, because *spoilers*, and when you read the book, it’s something you need to experience to get the full effect. But I digress.
In all honesty, the tropes in this book aren’t even some of my most favorite, even though they are ones I’ve definitely enjoyed. I’ll read and enjoy most anything if it’s a good story, and it was the story that sounded interesting to me when I read the blurb, for certain. Fake relationship, drunken Vegas marriage, friends to lovers, all of these sound like a fun and engaging story, forced proximity, yeah, that’s definitely one that I love, color me more intrigued. But it was the relationship between them that was the true all star, not to mention Garrett’s relationship with her daughter, who he so affectionately calls Meerkat (and there’s even a HUGE swoon moment involving that one too).
I don’t want to get into all the tiny little things that Garrett does that make him so freaking perfect. There are truly far to many. And he doesn’t just rush in to try and rescue her at every turn - that first interaction they have when he pretends to be her husband comes only after he actually gives her time to get rid of the problem on her own, but he finds the perfect moment to intervene, and it definitely endears him even more. When they drunkenly get married in Vegas, and he, the more sober of the pair, holds back from what he truly wants, just makes him hotter. He’s been interested in her since the moment they met four years prior, but he’s been biding his time, waiting for her to notice him noticing her. She’s definitely noticed him, but never in a million years thought he would even remotely be interested in her, especially with her daughter in the picture. But this unexpected Vegas twist, he takes it as he chance to really win her over.
So Garrett convinces her that they staying together will benefit them both - hello fantastic forced proximity tension. Her with potential custody issues with her baby daddy (who she despises), and him with his playboy reputation at work. And while she keeps telling herself everything he’s doing is for show, and that he isn’t really interested in her, he keeps doing whatever he can to convince that it’s NOT for show, and he really does want her. He puts his heart out there over and over, and it’s gutting to watch him step back when she doesn’t see what he’s trying to show her. But she’s self conscious, and most definitely gun shy when it comes to her history with men, so she just doesn’t pick up on it. All the while, he wiggles his way more and more into her heart, not to mention her daughter’s heart. When he finally lays it all on the line, and she finally opens her eyes, their relationship blooms into something absolutely perfect. And oh boy, is Garrett a dirty talker! Their spice is scorching, and only adds to the absolute amazingness that is this book. And the epilogue, ugh, it had me in tears. I definitely wasn’t expecting this book to blow me away, and I think that’s what makes it even better. I’m officially obsessed with Garrett, and he has vaulted himself onto my list of best book boyfriends ever.
In all honesty, the tropes in this book aren’t even some of my most favorite, even though they are ones I’ve definitely enjoyed. I’ll read and enjoy most anything if it’s a good story, and it was the story that sounded interesting to me when I read the blurb, for certain. Fake relationship, drunken Vegas marriage, friends to lovers, all of these sound like a fun and engaging story, forced proximity, yeah, that’s definitely one that I love, color me more intrigued. But it was the relationship between them that was the true all star, not to mention Garrett’s relationship with her daughter, who he so affectionately calls Meerkat (and there’s even a HUGE swoon moment involving that one too).
I don’t want to get into all the tiny little things that Garrett does that make him so freaking perfect. There are truly far to many. And he doesn’t just rush in to try and rescue her at every turn - that first interaction they have when he pretends to be her husband comes only after he actually gives her time to get rid of the problem on her own, but he finds the perfect moment to intervene, and it definitely endears him even more. When they drunkenly get married in Vegas, and he, the more sober of the pair, holds back from what he truly wants, just makes him hotter. He’s been interested in her since the moment they met four years prior, but he’s been biding his time, waiting for her to notice him noticing her. She’s definitely noticed him, but never in a million years thought he would even remotely be interested in her, especially with her daughter in the picture. But this unexpected Vegas twist, he takes it as he chance to really win her over.
So Garrett convinces her that they staying together will benefit them both - hello fantastic forced proximity tension. Her with potential custody issues with her baby daddy (who she despises), and him with his playboy reputation at work. And while she keeps telling herself everything he’s doing is for show, and that he isn’t really interested in her, he keeps doing whatever he can to convince that it’s NOT for show, and he really does want her. He puts his heart out there over and over, and it’s gutting to watch him step back when she doesn’t see what he’s trying to show her. But she’s self conscious, and most definitely gun shy when it comes to her history with men, so she just doesn’t pick up on it. All the while, he wiggles his way more and more into her heart, not to mention her daughter’s heart. When he finally lays it all on the line, and she finally opens her eyes, their relationship blooms into something absolutely perfect. And oh boy, is Garrett a dirty talker! Their spice is scorching, and only adds to the absolute amazingness that is this book. And the epilogue, ugh, it had me in tears. I definitely wasn’t expecting this book to blow me away, and I think that’s what makes it even better. I’m officially obsessed with Garrett, and he has vaulted himself onto my list of best book boyfriends ever.
March 8, 2023
Four years ago, Garrett met the vivacious Bella and was instantly smitten and only had eyes for her. Over the course of those four years, Garrett and Bella have crossed paths at family functions but have kept a distance from each other for the most part. Until a chance encounter in a Vegas airport where Garrett helps Bella out of an intense situation. You know the saying “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas,” well that very infamous motto went out the window when it came to these two. Garrett is not just book boyfriend but book husband, LITERALLY! After a liquor infused night, they wind up at a little chapel and get married in the hopes of helping Bella out when it comes to her ex.
Bella is a single mom to precocious 4 year old Meera. She has been hurt and let down from men in her past and has built a wall of steel to protect her heart. She is untrusting when it comes to relationships, and when you learn why, it’s completely heartbreaking. Aside from that, she is a strong, confident, and independent woman who will do whatever is necessary to not only protect her heart but Meera’s as well. I could not get enough of Meera's personality! She was the cutest, sweetest, sassiest little girl, and the way she had Garrett wrapped around her finger was spectacular. You could see how much Meera meant to Garrett and that he would protect her at all costs.
Garrett is known as the popular playboy pilot in his inner circle, but we come to learn he is so much more than that. When he steps in and marries Bella, he does everything in his power to prove to her that she can trust and love again. The ways in which he shows her how women should be treated, loved, and treasured left me a gooey mess. Garrett is the best swoony, golden-retriever MMC I have read in a long time. The way this man worshipped Bella and his adoration for Meera made my heart combust with admiration. Don’t even get me started on the spice. Because that man’s dirty talk left my toes curling and Kindle melting. Holy hotness, did I have to take a breather after reading some of those scenes!
Garrett and Bella’s story was absolutely stunning! This is one of the BEST marriages of convenience books I have read in quite some time. These characters pull you in from the very first chapter and do not let go until the last. I was utterly consumed with their story, and I honestly never wanted it to end! Swati hit me with all the feels on their emotional journey. I laughed, I cried, I swooned to the max, and my heart broke but was healed by the end. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND picking up this book!
Bella is a single mom to precocious 4 year old Meera. She has been hurt and let down from men in her past and has built a wall of steel to protect her heart. She is untrusting when it comes to relationships, and when you learn why, it’s completely heartbreaking. Aside from that, she is a strong, confident, and independent woman who will do whatever is necessary to not only protect her heart but Meera’s as well. I could not get enough of Meera's personality! She was the cutest, sweetest, sassiest little girl, and the way she had Garrett wrapped around her finger was spectacular. You could see how much Meera meant to Garrett and that he would protect her at all costs.
Garrett is known as the popular playboy pilot in his inner circle, but we come to learn he is so much more than that. When he steps in and marries Bella, he does everything in his power to prove to her that she can trust and love again. The ways in which he shows her how women should be treated, loved, and treasured left me a gooey mess. Garrett is the best swoony, golden-retriever MMC I have read in a long time. The way this man worshipped Bella and his adoration for Meera made my heart combust with admiration. Don’t even get me started on the spice. Because that man’s dirty talk left my toes curling and Kindle melting. Holy hotness, did I have to take a breather after reading some of those scenes!
Garrett and Bella’s story was absolutely stunning! This is one of the BEST marriages of convenience books I have read in quite some time. These characters pull you in from the very first chapter and do not let go until the last. I was utterly consumed with their story, and I honestly never wanted it to end! Swati hit me with all the feels on their emotional journey. I laughed, I cried, I swooned to the max, and my heart broke but was healed by the end. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND picking up this book!
March 9, 2023
Another amazing story
Hello there Captain Meyer! Are you ready for this? This is definitely the Hottest and Swooniest book Swati has ever written. I love everything in this story. You are going to swoon, maybe a little teary too and you are definitely going to flushed lol. Garrett is the perfect combination of sweetness and hotness. My heart broke at the very beginning, oh men, it was hard. But then oh boy, everything turns so amazing. So many good parts my favorites: the bucket list, the relationship between Garrett and Grams, and Meerkat, she’s freaking amazing. I love how Garrett loves her since day 1. The perfect daddy. He loved both of them unconditionally. Bella, she’s so hurt for her past and she doesn’t trust easily specially men. But Garrett is a little bit persistent and gets what he wants with his commanding voice every single time. I know all I’m talking is about Garrett but he give some good impression, I was marked by all of him. He’s the best husband ever, don’t mess with him if you don’t want to be pinned to a wall or with words. Bella is everything he need, everything he wants for 4 years!!! When Bella let him love her, she’s totally smitten by him. Their HEA is so amazing. Don’t miss the bonus epilogue. If you love age gap, single mom, friends to lovers, marriage of convenience this is the book for you.
Hello there Captain Meyer! Are you ready for this? This is definitely the Hottest and Swooniest book Swati has ever written. I love everything in this story. You are going to swoon, maybe a little teary too and you are definitely going to flushed lol. Garrett is the perfect combination of sweetness and hotness. My heart broke at the very beginning, oh men, it was hard. But then oh boy, everything turns so amazing. So many good parts my favorites: the bucket list, the relationship between Garrett and Grams, and Meerkat, she’s freaking amazing. I love how Garrett loves her since day 1. The perfect daddy. He loved both of them unconditionally. Bella, she’s so hurt for her past and she doesn’t trust easily specially men. But Garrett is a little bit persistent and gets what he wants with his commanding voice every single time. I know all I’m talking is about Garrett but he give some good impression, I was marked by all of him. He’s the best husband ever, don’t mess with him if you don’t want to be pinned to a wall or with words. Bella is everything he need, everything he wants for 4 years!!! When Bella let him love her, she’s totally smitten by him. Their HEA is so amazing. Don’t miss the bonus epilogue. If you love age gap, single mom, friends to lovers, marriage of convenience this is the book for you.
March 10, 2023
This book is so good! Garrett is prime book boyfriend material. That man had me swooning left and right. The relationship he had with his Grams reminds me of my relationship I had with my grandma. This book hit me right in the heart because I just lost my grandma in January with the same things Grams was dealing with. I really teared up in this one and brought some good memories too because my grandma introduced me to romance novels so she would be thrilled one reminded me of her. Plus the name Garrett is special to her. Bella and Meera stole my heart. Life hasn't been easy on Bella and her trust in men isn't great, but she needs to see what she has with Garrett before it's too late. Meera is a little sassy pants, but so adorable. I really love the bond she has with Garrett. Trust me you do not want to miss out on this one! I could hardly put it down. It's the great combination of heat, heart, and a humor. It's a must read!!
March 11, 2023
What happens in Vegas....
What happens when you get drunk in Vegas and marry the guy you secretly like? Garrett and Bella's story starts as a matter of convenience but then develops into much more.
Bella is an excellent single mom and a fantastic friend, daughter and cousin. She is thriving in her job but pretty closed off regarding relationships. Garrett is a pilot; he is carefree, loving, absolutely sexy and handsome. The girls love him, but he seems only to have eyes for Bella and her daughter.
Can Garrett convince Bella that even though they got married while drunk that it was one the best decisions they could have made?
Swati M H has written a story that draws you in! You will love Garrett, Bella, Meera and the supporting cast.
Reasons I enjoyed this book:
Easy-to-read, EntertainingPage-turner, Romantic
Steamy, Wonderful characters
What happens when you get drunk in Vegas and marry the guy you secretly like? Garrett and Bella's story starts as a matter of convenience but then develops into much more.
Bella is an excellent single mom and a fantastic friend, daughter and cousin. She is thriving in her job but pretty closed off regarding relationships. Garrett is a pilot; he is carefree, loving, absolutely sexy and handsome. The girls love him, but he seems only to have eyes for Bella and her daughter.
Can Garrett convince Bella that even though they got married while drunk that it was one the best decisions they could have made?
Swati M H has written a story that draws you in! You will love Garrett, Bella, Meera and the supporting cast.
Reasons I enjoyed this book:
Easy-to-read, EntertainingPage-turner, Romantic
Steamy, Wonderful characters
March 10, 2023
High-Test Entertainment!!
A purple-haired pixie, Bella, has captured the attention of our aviator Garrett. Not to mention her adorable daughter Meera (Meerkat). Bella has put her heart on hold, as it has only led to disappointment. Garrett has bided his time for four years, becoming a good friend, and sometimes babysitter as needed.
A chance meeting in Las Vegas, and a threat from the “baby daddy” has these two deciding a marriage would solidify Bella’s position as a stable mom. Bella is still tentative, Garrett is all in!
Emotional, sweet and steamy as they work out their new logistics. Humor abounds especially when Meera is involved. Hearts are on the line, and the reader is in for a real treat with this story!!
***** I am voluntarily leaving my honest review of this book *****
A purple-haired pixie, Bella, has captured the attention of our aviator Garrett. Not to mention her adorable daughter Meera (Meerkat). Bella has put her heart on hold, as it has only led to disappointment. Garrett has bided his time for four years, becoming a good friend, and sometimes babysitter as needed.
A chance meeting in Las Vegas, and a threat from the “baby daddy” has these two deciding a marriage would solidify Bella’s position as a stable mom. Bella is still tentative, Garrett is all in!
Emotional, sweet and steamy as they work out their new logistics. Humor abounds especially when Meera is involved. Hearts are on the line, and the reader is in for a real treat with this story!!
***** I am voluntarily leaving my honest review of this book *****
January 29, 2024
yeah the reformed player trope is good but what about if he never slept with or looked at anyone else for 4 years simply after just meeting her for the first time bc that's how into her he was?!? MAJOR SLAY
March 4, 2023
This book was everything. If you need a sweet romance with no trigger warnings, this is the book. Pick it up now. This book is a standalone but part of an interconnected series so at times, they will talk about side characters and from what I understand, that is explained in book 1. Does not change the readability of this book as I was so deeply invested in Garrett and Bella, but if that bothers you as a reader, read book one first. Bella is a single mom who has known Garrett from extended family/friend gatherings but he has a womanizer reputation that she has stayed far away from. When Bella’s daughter’s biological dad returns to the picture, Garrett steps in to help her. The whole story unfolds while they try and make a marriage of convenience work and avoid their feelings for each other. Garrett is swoon worthy. He is perfect in so many ways for Bella, who has been deeply hurt by men in the past and has zero faith in them. This story at times has heart ache but Garrett never once leaves Bella to deal with this on her own. If anything, at times I’m yelling at Bella for being so hard headed. Such a sweet read, highly recommend.
March 5, 2023
“I want Bella like I’ve never wanted a goddamn thing in my life- with every ounce of my soul.”
Y’ALL, MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT BOOK!
Captain Garrett Meyer will be available March 9th and don’t wait a second longer to read 🫶🏻
Swati, once again, outdid herself with Ascend✈️
The witty and hilarious banter between our two amazing MC’s. The spice 🌶️🥵🤤. The damn near rip-your-heart-out feeling because you just cannot fathom the emotion!!! All. Of. It!
I was in absolutely tears in a few spots- Ascend tearjerker and pulls at the heartstrings but gosh, I was also in stitches with the banter 🫶🏻
Bella and Garrett are literally a match made in heaven from the very beginning- long before one of them even realized.
Hands down one of my favorite reads of 2023👏🏻🎉
“The man incinerates panties wherever he flies with little more than a smile, and mine aren't fire-proof.”
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Truer words have never been spoken 🤭😏
Y’ALL, MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT BOOK!
Captain Garrett Meyer will be available March 9th and don’t wait a second longer to read 🫶🏻
Swati, once again, outdid herself with Ascend✈️
The witty and hilarious banter between our two amazing MC’s. The spice 🌶️🥵🤤. The damn near rip-your-heart-out feeling because you just cannot fathom the emotion!!! All. Of. It!
I was in absolutely tears in a few spots- Ascend tearjerker and pulls at the heartstrings but gosh, I was also in stitches with the banter 🫶🏻
Bella and Garrett are literally a match made in heaven from the very beginning- long before one of them even realized.
Hands down one of my favorite reads of 2023👏🏻🎉
“The man incinerates panties wherever he flies with little more than a smile, and mine aren't fire-proof.”
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Truer words have never been spoken 🤭😏
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