Zane & Lucky's First Christmas

Forever Love #3.5

by J.S. Cooper

The final book in the New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Forever Love series is here!

Handsome, Zane Beaumont fell for Lucky Morgan hook, line and sinker. He became the happiest man on earth when she told him she was pregnant and agreed to marry him.

Lucky Morgan never thought she would meet a man like Zane, but she is starting to feel overwhelmed having to plan a wedding as a pregnant bride. Add to that, Zane's over protectiveness and goofy attitude in preparing for the babies has her pulling her hair out.

Noah Beaumont adopted Skylar and broke Robin's heart, but he's starting to realize that he doesn't know the first thing about being a dad and that getting Robin to forgive him may be harder than he thought.

Join Zane, Lucky and Noah as they try to adapt to the new changes in their lives before they drive themselves and each other crazy.

Zane & Lucky's First Christmas is a new adult contemporary romance book and contains an exclusive excerpt from Finding My Prince Charming.

Genres: Romance, New Adult, Christmas, Contemporary, Contemporary Romance, Marriage, Billionaires

142 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 16, 2013

Reviews

[Natasha · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can’t believe it over. I will miss these characters. I love the chemistry between them, it is amazing. This one is by far my favorite. The thing I love the most is the humor, this time I had to step away I way laughing so hard I was crying. All my questions got answered about Zane and Noah’s Dad, Zane’s Mom, Robin… I was so happy it was the perfect way to end a series. I felt complete with no questions to be asked. If you haven’t read the series you should it a great story with the right combination of sweet sexy funny and loving. JS cooper I can’t wait to see what you come out with next.

[Gloria Herrera for As You Wish Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very pregnant Lucky and Zane are back! With the twins on their way, Zane is being his usual self worrying about Lucky and how their lives are about to change.

You have to love these characters. They have been through so much since they originally met at Lou's Dinner... If you have been following this series, you know he has earned a happily ever after with Lucky. Lucky has been the decisive force to awaken his heart. She is "the oxygen" he needs in order to breathe. As he says "You put the rainbows in the sky. You are my tomorrow that came early". Oh, my!! When I read that, I melted.

With her unique wit, JS Cooper has written some of the most memorable scenes of a maternity class in this book. Make sure when you read it that you are not in public or drinking anything liquid. I totally lost it and now have coffee all over my keyboard. A foot massage is not just a foot massage where Zane is concerned. You will have to read that scene and let me know your reaction.

This is last book that focuses on Zane and Lucky. As such, all loose ends are neatly dealt with. This is the crowning star on top of this marvelous Christmas tree that is Zane and Lucky's story. Enjoy it and feel good!

[Larissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

And Zane and Lucky’s story is almost reaching its end. Yes, one more book and good-bye Forever Love series, and I’m telling you: you are going to laugh, cry, be happy for each character… and well, be surprised about it all.

Be ready to read multiple POV’s Be ready to read multiple POV’s (Lucky, Zane and Noah’s). You will also get a wider glimpse on Leo… and what a cool guy he can be, but so much more that will keep you amazed with each page turn. This series was breathtaking, funny, and amazing.

So, here are the highlights:

Zane and Lucky will be attending a few classes for parenting and children stuff. They’ll be surreal in a way, but you’ll love them all;
Zane and Noah will have a better grip of their past;
Lucky will faint, and scare the hell out of Zane;
Sidney will have a hearty issue, but he’ll scare everybody
A wedding is on the making by very generous husbandly hands
No twin-birth scenes, but a very nice Epilogue.

Christmas spirit will be surrounding this book, so yes you will love it all. The whole review can be found here, and as usual the snapshots.

[Lisa Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book, it was worth the wait, I don't care what other people said. When Zane talked about the babies seeing him as he entered Lucky, I busted out laughing, my husband thought I was losing my mind. Then there is Noah, he is my hero because of the way he looked out for Skylar, trying to give her the family she deserved. Once again I think you did a wonderful job, just keep writing the books an I'll keep buying them, and recommending them. Thanks for a job well done.

[Keri · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh how I love Zane and Lucky! This was a nice addition to the series. I was glad to find out a bit more about what's going on in everyone's lives and glad some other relationships were being dealt with. I was sad to know this was the end but before I was able to finish this book I found out there will be something else written about Zane & Lucky. I can't wait!

[Dianne · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think I might have liked this book the best. This was a nice wrap-up to the series. I was a little disappointed in a few things but all in all it was a good conclusion.

[Mary Winstead · Rating 5 out of 5]

Trying to plan a wedding, having twins and living life is truly hard on a couple. Lucky gets emotional at a drop of a dime because of her pregnancy. She's overwhelmed and doesn't know what to do. Zane's brother Noah suggests Zane plan the entire wedding, while lucky works on a documentary. He realizes he truly doesn't really know all what lucky would want so he goes to the person he hates the most and calls Luckys best friend Leeza. Lucky has no idea since she's upset she doesn't have a father to walk her down the aisle or a mother to help her with dresses when she's around 6 months pregnant. And thinks she looks fat in everything. But it goes with no problems. Than the fun starts knowing 2 little ones,are coming soon and each of them wonder if they are going to be good enough parents since their childhood wasn't a perfect one. You live and you learn it's called life. You need to read. It will have some stuff shock you while your reading this you'll laugh, definitely cry, get mad and cry again. But you will not be able to put down till you've finished. I didn't give everything away so you need to read. Great story linr

[Grich - Overall Book Fiend · Rating 5 out of 5]

Say it’s not over 🙁

I always dread it when I get to the last book of the series b/c I never want the story to be over with especially with these incredible characters!!!

I have never laughed so much in my life it seems. Zane was just so hilarious with his antics about the birthing classes, and trying to have sex with Lucky and failing due to circumstances beyond his control. This was the best book series ending ever!! OMG..... the wedding that Zane pulls off and babies.
If you have been reading this series with Zane and Lucky's story then this is a must read for I believe is the conclusion, but I'm hoping it's not the final story for Zane and Lucky.

If you haven't, well what on earth are you waiting for!! Start with the Last Boyfriend and go from there

[Nancy Lovallo · Rating 4 out of 5]

I gave this book 4 Book stars and really enjoyed the whole series, but, I do have one one problem with it. Zane & Ruby’s actual Christmas moments were only about one Chapter. I just think the title is misleading. We don’t even get to hear the twins opening their Christmas Gifts. Noah was in a little of the book but, did I miss a book? When did he, Skyler and Robin move out and become a family?
I did love the bonus Zane Chapter

[Kristel · Rating 3 out of 5]

Its been a while since I’ve read the previouse books, but I got into it pretty fast.
Lucky and Zane are expecting twins, Noah is home with them, with his adoptive daughter Skylar.
This book was a nice way to tie up any loose ends.
But I feel the title was a bit misleading, it’s only in the last chapter that it is christmas.

[Pamela Shaw · Rating 5 out of 5]

Zane & Lucky first Christmas

I really enjoy reading this book and I will tell my friends about this author. I was happy that everything worked out for them

[Siga · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 Stars

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another awesome installment in the series

Everything was tied up beautifully zane coming to some peace w his past w his mom and reconciliation w his dad Noah finally getting together w robin and his sweet realationship w skyler

[Kate · Rating 2 out of 5]

Great ending to the Beamounts, but really needed better editing.

[Aimee · Rating 3 out of 5]

“At the end of the day, the wedding didn’t matter, the baby products didn’t matter. As long as we had each other and some understanding of what to do and how to cope, we would be fine.”

The final (I hope so) book from the Last Boyfriend series.

Thank you. Bless your soul.



Finally.

Here, in this book, we have different POV's ranging from Lucky, Zane and Noah. Their POV's simply blended perfectly with the story line. There were some hilarious stuff going on I really did laugh out loud. That was mostly Zane's POV.

Seriously. You'll laugh so hard on what goes around his head.

Bless you Zane.

“I hope I’m not scaring you, I’m not telling you that I need or want you to marry me and become Skylar’s mom right away, but if things work out, that’s the ultimate goal. If you don’t think you could ever take on that role, I want you to tell me.”

To cut everything short before I ramble anything that is unnecessary, the book was pretty much…boring. I was happy at the second book but I had to read the whole series because the author KEPT ON HAVE CLIFFHANGERS AT THE END. So I had to read the very last book. And the last book was a weeeee bit disappointing though because I didn't think it should have ended there. It was like you-should-let-the-readers-do-their-own-ending or something like that.



But a thumbs up for the book though.



At least you tried.

[Broadway Girl Book Reviews (Beth Lattanzi) · Rating 4 out of 5]

I can't seem to get enough of Zane and Lucky. I never thought I would fall more in love with Zane (or Noah) either.... I was so wrong! A BIG Thank You to J.S. Cooper for making Zane and Lucky such an adorable couple that we can all never seem to get enough of!

"We're a team. You never have to go through anything alone. No thought is too small or too petty to share with me. I want you to come to me with everything. I want to be here for you in every way."

If you haven't read the other books in the series please stop reading this review and go read them immediately!!!

Lucky is now pregnant with Zane's twins and Noah now has Skylar and they are all living under one roof. I loved how we go to see Noah's interactions with Skylar throughout this story too!! Even Aunt Lucky and Uncle Zane were great with Skylar.

I loved how protective Zane is of Lucky even now. His jealousy knows no bounds and I love that about him.... although some of it was all in fun. You can just feel how much they both love each other.

Noah was even swoon worthy in this story.... his interactions with Robin and going after her were just perfect. One of my favorite quotes of his was:

"Because right now, in the here and the now, my heart beats for you. My lips smile for you. My eyes shine for you. And these are the memories I want to make."

I don't think anything will top what Zane does for Lucky at the end of the story.... planning the wedding. He even calls her best friend, which he can't stand, just to help him with the details. I would be scared if it would have been my husband trying to plan our wedding but in all honesty, Zane did an amazing job and made sure all the important people were there.

Thank you again J.S. Cooper for sharing this wonderful story with us!

[Anny hernandez · Rating 5 out of 5]

***** I received an ARC copy from the author for an honest review *****

I just finish reading the last book of this series, and let me just said that this series couldn't have a better ending, I love this series and I have read all three books, and I really did not wanted to finish reading this one, I love the characters, love it how we get to read from Zane, Noah, and Lucky point of view and we get to catch up on what has being going on.

I love how the relationship of Zane and Lucky is going, and how the love for each other just keep growing even more, each day that pass by, I love it how Lucky keeps dragging Zane to parental classes, and of coursed how Zane just take those classes to a hole new level, I love reading about this two they just makes me lough.

I love the bond that Noah has with Skylar, love it how you could see how much Noah love her, and he will do everything for her, I also love how Noah and Robin relationship turned out, love it that they got the chance to talk about each other fears, and love it how Skylar and Robin became to be closed friends.

I really love how Zane was able to talk to his father and work things out. I also love how Noah got to tell his mother everything that he though about her. I love the friendship that they have with the Johnson and how you could see that they became part of their family.

I really love this series and I enjoy reading it so much, this book had me laughing and crying at the same time I am sad that their wont be no more story from this series.

But what can I say J.S. Cooper like always you did and amazing job with this awesome characters.

[J-J lover of books · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh what can i say? well firstly i was a little sad as its the last book in the series. I have enjoyed the highs and lows along with the characters. I have grown to love them all. Their uniqueness and their quirkiness. From the beginning, meeting Lucky and Zane in The last boyfriend to finding out that Noah wasn't dead. Seeing how protective Zane is over Lucky, so protective that he asks his best friend Leo to be her body guard. Discovering who Skylar was and how dreadful her life was and Noah doing all he can to improve.

Anyway back to the book in hand.

Lucky is pregnant with twins and she wants to be married before she gives birth. Noah has made a hash of things with Robin as he kept secrets from her, mainly regarding who Skylar was and what she meant to Noah. I don't blame her for thinking she was a woman. Also there is a program to make with Sidney and Betty.

This book brought both happiness and tears. I cried at the vows Zane wrote, i cried when Sidney got ill. I swooned at how Zane took to planning the wedding,it brought tears to my eyes, how sweet is Zane? and he swallowed his pride and ask Leeza for help. This book has answered all the unanswered questions. Although i would of liked to see Leo get his happily ever after. Also i would of liked to of read some of the birth scene.

Overall i am very happy (and sad too) how it ended. In a way i feel like i am loosing some very good friends, they are moving far away. I will miss them.

[Holly Craft · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love this series with Zane and Lucky but I was a little disappointed with this one. Don't get me wrong, I loved it but I kind of expected a little more. Lucky is pregnant as you know and she is also planning for their wedding.

I felt the story was more comedy then romance. It might be pregnancy hormones but a lot of bickering back and forth and I just didn't feel the romance in this one until towards the end. A lot of funny parts that come from Zane that will make you laugh your butt off. You will get some serious moments too.

Noah plays a big part along with Skylar and him adjusting to fatherhood and also trying to win Robin back. There's a little competition with another character that totally surprised me and it added a little drama to the mix but it turned out all ok. I would have liked to see more of Noah and Robin's relationship blossom more but all in all, it was a good story and I enjoyed reading more from the series.

[Caroline Hattrich · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 Zanefully Delicious stars!!! Just love this series and this is the last book in this series. I will really really miss them. When I read I feel like I am right there in the book and feeling all the emotions that Zane, Lucky, Noah and the rest of the gang feel.

This is one of my favorite quotes from the Lamaze class. The first one is Lucky and the second part is Zane.
“How could she have scared you?” “I was sle… I mean, I was thinking happy thoughts about our babies and the next thing I know someone is screaming like they are being murdered. I thought someone was giving birth or something”…

The love that Zane and Lucky have for each other you can really feel. In some parts of the book I was really laughing hard and others I wanted to yell or cry. It is always good to have tissues handy when reading this series because you never know when you might need one.

[Marci · Rating 5 out of 5]

i received ARC for my honest review, this series was a great series to begin with and the ending to the characters of lucky and zane is bitter sweet. because now they have a new beginning. i loved that they finally found the path that they truly deserve. this book is such a great series. the story starts where book three left off so you don't feel confused or lost. you have Zane's brother noah is falling into his role a father he is going great. Zane is now trying to accept fatherhood himself and is working on forgiveness. Zane and Lucky had me in tears, it was so romantic the way this story played out, i won't give spoilers but i have to say that i really enjoyed the way this story played out. great job JS Cooper another job well done.

[Lourdes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was given a free copy ARC review!

Just want to say I loved it! This was a great series, it had you wanting more answers to questions that we were not sure, but in all ends, this gave us a lot more to Zane and Lucky's relationship. To Zane's Dad and his mom's relationship, and Noah's Mom. Will Robin and Noah ever work out there relationship, who does Robin really like, Noah or Leo? What about Skylar, is she happy that Noah adopted her. How Zane was so nervous he couldn't be himself, or he was himself at the classes that Lucky wanted him to attend. At the end, we get all our answers and happiness for Zane and Lucky!! I think there will be another book, and I just cannot wait!! Great Series from J.S. Cooper!! Read it in order, you will not be disappointed!! :)

[Jamie · Rating 5 out of 5]

First off if you have not read The Last Boyfriend , The Last Husband or Before Lucky or even The Other Side Of Love, you really should. I really enjoyed reading about Zane & Lucky. Their story had some stuggles being new in their relationship then add a pregnancy (with twins) it gives a good twist. Zane always felt everyone left him but when he met Lucky he found true love, his Soul Mate. They click, fit like a puzzle piece. Lucky and Noah help Zane accept what happen in his childhood and to forgive his Father for not being a father. Noah and Skylar are doing good as new Father and Daughter. Now he has to get back Robin since he kept Skylar a secret. JS Cooper did another amazing story just sad to say goodbye to Zane & Lucky.

[Lourdes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was given a free copy ARC review!




Just want to say I loved it! This was a great series, it had you wanting more answers to questions that we were not sure, but in all ends, this gave us a lot more to Zane and Lucky's relationship. To Zane's Dad and his mom's relationship, and Noah's Mom. Will Robin and Noah ever work out there relationship, who does Robin really like, Noah or Leo? What about Skylar, is she happy that Noah adopted her. How Zane was so nervous he couldn't be himself, or he was himself at the classes that Lucky wanted him to attend. At the end, we get all our answers and happiness for Zane and Lucky!! I think there will be another book, and I just cannot wait!! Great Series from J.S. Cooper!! Read it in order, you will not be disappointed!! :)

[Amazeballs Book Addicts · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have absolutely ADORED this series and all the characters in each book and this one is no exception. Zane and Lucky and Noah and Robin are such great characters and I really enjoyed getting to know each of them in this series. This book was such a sweet ending to a great series!! Ithis book is written in multiple POV's which I really liked. You get Zane, Lucky, and Noah's thoughts throughout and you even learn a little more about Leo (Zane's best friend). I found myself laughing out loud during many parts and then a little teary in others. And seriously, I have mad love for these Beaumont men!! Sad it's over, but I feel it couldn't have been a better way to end the series! Definitely recommend this series to others! I give this book 5 AMAZEBALLS stars!!!

Review by Tabitha

[Julie Kirby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awe how perfect!

They are so sweet together, they welcomed Noah back as if he hadn't really been away, not without issues though.

They treated skylar as if she had been there all her life, she was a really lucky girl.

I loved everything Zane did for lucky, with the huge surprise, and how he was the bigger man by reaching out to his and Noah's father.

Oh my poor Sidney, that was quite a shock but so glad he was alright, he and his lovely wife Betty were really lovely, honest good people!

How funny were the parenting classes, they made me giggle!

I am pleased that Noah was able to work things out with robin. Even when he thought he had lost her to his friend Leo.

Their first Christmas looks like it's going to be perfect with all the family ! Great series!

[Deb Hanson · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a great end yo an excellent series, I am kind of disappointed it is over, and I have questions left unanswered...
Hhhmmm I love Zane and Lucky with the added extras of Noah, Skylar (love that name)and Robin. This story had me from the very beginning and I am becoming a huge fan of J.S. Cooper's writing.
With the impending birth of their twins Lucky and Zane struggle with coming to terms with being 1st time parents, trying to prepare for their wedding. Although this is still Lucky and Zane's story I was glad to see Noah's story tucked in as well. His feelings towards Robin and the new found life of father to a little girl, and of course the mother who abandoned him as a little boy.
This book covered everything and had bought a finality to it...

[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I always hate reading the last book in a series I love so much. I just want their lives to keep going on because it made me happy that they were happy lol. Cheesy much? Anyways I have loved Zane and Lucky since the beginning. They are the kind of eccentric friends that everyone wants to have and they have the love that every woman dreams about. Their road was rocky but it was amazing and beautiful.

I was so excited about Noah! I loved his story just as much if not a little more. Any man that is that amazing can't help but be loved by anyone! I'm so happy everyone got their HEA but I'm so sad to see it end.

[Kim Caputo · Rating 4 out of 5]

What can I say about Zane and Lucky? I love them! They have a down to earth relationship (besides the fact that Zane is filthy rich, but who can fault him for that? Not me!). They laugh and give each other a hard time, but they love one another unconditionally. They also have soon left to love a very untraditional family, but it works for them. I really enjoyed this last installment the series and the glimpse into Zane & Lucky and Noah & Skylar's future. I really would have liked to see more of Noah and Robin's relationship develop, but this really was Zane and Lucky's story all along. A very nice ending to their story and a HEA for everyone. I highly recommend this series.

[SammiesBookBlog · Rating 4 out of 5]

I LOVE Zane, Lucky, Noah, all these crazy guys! great, fun, hilarious read like always. It was a pleasant ending to an amazing series. I was happy they all got their HEAs they deserved it! I found myself getting very emotional throughout this read, it`s sad to see them go and there were some emotional parts like the letter, the epilogue, the song, so many parts. They feel like family and friends, but knowing they`re happy and will live on in our hearts forever is good enough for me. I was pleasantly surprised with this book and loved every minute. It was a quick read and perfect for a cold evening at home.

"Love is all we need. "