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The O'Malleys #1
Changing Her Mind
Mason is in love, and being a traditional kind of guy he expects traditional things—like rings, rice, and church bells. Rebecca is in love too, although she prefers to think of it as being ‘in lust’. Oh, she wants him, badly in fact, but if it’s all the same to him she’ll just skip the church and rice bit and go straight to the blazing hot sex.
Unfortunately for her, and for her sweet bottom, it isn’t all the same to him. Mason is a reasonable man most of the time, or at least that’s what he tells himself, but he is determined to change Rebecca’s mind about marriage by almost any means necessary. As his frustration level skyrockets he begins to realize he might be a little more traditional and a little less reasonable than he thought. He’s willing to give her something blazing hot alright, but until they tie the knot it won’t be blazing hot love she’ll get, it will be a blazing hot bottom.
(Book Length: 12 chapters / 47,710 words)
Unfortunately for her, and for her sweet bottom, it isn’t all the same to him. Mason is a reasonable man most of the time, or at least that’s what he tells himself, but he is determined to change Rebecca’s mind about marriage by almost any means necessary. As his frustration level skyrockets he begins to realize he might be a little more traditional and a little less reasonable than he thought. He’s willing to give her something blazing hot alright, but until they tie the knot it won’t be blazing hot love she’ll get, it will be a blazing hot bottom.
(Book Length: 12 chapters / 47,710 words)
129 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 19, 2012
About the author
Stevie MacFarlane
57 books151 followersBest-Selling author, Stevie MacFarlane, has been writing in her spare time for more than twenty years. It wasn’t until 2012 that she decided to submit some of her work for publication. Since then she has been nominated for several awards and has frequently hit Amazon’s list of Most Popular Erotic Authors. While most of her stories are on the sweet side, she never fails to add just enough kink and humor to keep her loyal fans clamoring for more.
Her alter ego also writes Daddy Dom novels under the pen name of Markie Morelli.
Stevie lives in rural upstate New York with her husband. She loves hearing from readers and you can write to her at steviemacfarlane@aol.com
Her alter ego also writes Daddy Dom novels under the pen name of Markie Morelli.
Stevie lives in rural upstate New York with her husband. She loves hearing from readers and you can write to her at steviemacfarlane@aol.com
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December 16, 2012
Mason is the older brother Rebecca never had and took his role seriously after Rebecca’s father passed away. Rebecca is full of fire and spunk and although Mason has been there to correct her when she needs it, she has been seeing Mason in a different light for quite some time now. It was only a matter of time before Mason saw it too.
The trouble is, after watching her father’s heart break after the death of her mother, Rebecca wasn’t sure that “happily ever after” was what she wanted. She was quite content with having a blazing hot love affair with Mason without all the commitment and heartache that came with marriage.
I have mixed feelings about “Changing Her Mind.” The story was entertaining and the spankings were certainly enjoyable, but the drama surrounding the characters was a bit exasperating. Personally, I prefer open communication and honesty in my relationships. This, however, doesn’t make for a very good storyline as there is little to no conflict to speak of. However, basing all disagreements in a book on hotheaded emotion and ignorance is not a great alternative. It seemed like the majority of arguments in this book could have been solved by simple conversation. The sheer number of misunderstandings and emotional outbursts was mind-boggling. The characters were either too pissed off to offer an explanation for a misunderstanding or they were too busy seething at the other to hear what the other person was saying. As a result, I found myself gritting my teeth each time Mason and Rebecca argued as it just seemed unnecessary and immature.
If you are looking for a new spanky book and can tolerate high-drama relationships and all the nonsense that comes with them, then “Changing Her Mind” is a good fit. Otherwise, you may end up more frustrated than pleased with this book.
Katerina of BottomsUpBookReview
The trouble is, after watching her father’s heart break after the death of her mother, Rebecca wasn’t sure that “happily ever after” was what she wanted. She was quite content with having a blazing hot love affair with Mason without all the commitment and heartache that came with marriage.
I have mixed feelings about “Changing Her Mind.” The story was entertaining and the spankings were certainly enjoyable, but the drama surrounding the characters was a bit exasperating. Personally, I prefer open communication and honesty in my relationships. This, however, doesn’t make for a very good storyline as there is little to no conflict to speak of. However, basing all disagreements in a book on hotheaded emotion and ignorance is not a great alternative. It seemed like the majority of arguments in this book could have been solved by simple conversation. The sheer number of misunderstandings and emotional outbursts was mind-boggling. The characters were either too pissed off to offer an explanation for a misunderstanding or they were too busy seething at the other to hear what the other person was saying. As a result, I found myself gritting my teeth each time Mason and Rebecca argued as it just seemed unnecessary and immature.
If you are looking for a new spanky book and can tolerate high-drama relationships and all the nonsense that comes with them, then “Changing Her Mind” is a good fit. Otherwise, you may end up more frustrated than pleased with this book.
Katerina of BottomsUpBookReview
April 11, 2024
DNF at 13% - we're in the 2020s now and it's time to stop making women in their 20s immature as children.
March 21, 2022
Nope, Nope, Nope
Speaking her because she was "a bad little girl"? Spanking when both agree to it is one thing. Spanking her this way is just wrong. Maybe if he had treated her as an adult instead of a misbehaving child, she wouldn't have acted out. His need to control all aspects of her life was not right. Just when I thought he had finally got it he spanks her at their wedding and just made me dislike him more. I did not care for the so-called "hero" in this book at all.
Speaking her because she was "a bad little girl"? Spanking when both agree to it is one thing. Spanking her this way is just wrong. Maybe if he had treated her as an adult instead of a misbehaving child, she wouldn't have acted out. His need to control all aspects of her life was not right. Just when I thought he had finally got it he spanks her at their wedding and just made me dislike him more. I did not care for the so-called "hero" in this book at all.
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March 30, 2018
Liked the story
Didn’t care for the spanking it is abuse and I can’t believe the author could believe it is a good practice in any relationship
NOT sexy at all
Didn’t care for the spanking it is abuse and I can’t believe the author could believe it is a good practice in any relationship
NOT sexy at all
February 6, 2022
Woman never grew a spine and kicked the domineering man out.
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1*
June 19, 2019
Mason is like a second father figure to Rebecca, as he takes his role of protecting his dead friends' daughter very seriously. Recently however Rebecca has started seeing Mason in a different light and wants to change thier platonic relationship to a romantic one.
Mason resists in the begining as she is a lot younger than him, and his dead friends' daughter. However he realizes that he is in love with her and they begin thier new relationship.
Both are strong stubborn characters with different views especially about their marriage as Rebecca doesn't need a ring and a piece of paper to show her love for Mason, Mason wants the whole nine yards with the women he loves. Most of the arguments and the drama, I believe could have been solved through proper open communication, and sometimes the Mason seemed pretty high handed (even though i know he is an Alpha), so the story conflict seemed sort of forced.
I didn't mind the spankings because I knew that was a part of this book, and the sexy-times were well written. overall a good read.
Mason resists in the begining as she is a lot younger than him, and his dead friends' daughter. However he realizes that he is in love with her and they begin thier new relationship.
Both are strong stubborn characters with different views especially about their marriage as Rebecca doesn't need a ring and a piece of paper to show her love for Mason, Mason wants the whole nine yards with the women he loves. Most of the arguments and the drama, I believe could have been solved through proper open communication, and sometimes the Mason seemed pretty high handed (even though i know he is an Alpha), so the story conflict seemed sort of forced.
I didn't mind the spankings because I knew that was a part of this book, and the sexy-times were well written. overall a good read.
March 22, 2018
A hand of poker. Winner take all
I liked the characters. Mason was the hot alpha male, who ways everything. Marriage, kids, house and a HEA.
Rebecca was the girl who didn't believe in commitment. People left, you got hurt, nothing was forever.
Mason wanted to prove to her that the past didn't need to encroach on the future.
But were they died from the start? Both listed after the other, but it was just one disaster after another.
Mas kidnaps Rebecca and takes her to a remote cabin, where she proceeds to come down with staging fever, and Mason is now frightened they may never actually get their tomorrow.
Was it going to be one disaster too many. A game of poker. Winner take all. Someone is going to lose.
I liked the characters. Mason was the hot alpha male, who ways everything. Marriage, kids, house and a HEA.
Rebecca was the girl who didn't believe in commitment. People left, you got hurt, nothing was forever.
Mason wanted to prove to her that the past didn't need to encroach on the future.
But were they died from the start? Both listed after the other, but it was just one disaster after another.
Mas kidnaps Rebecca and takes her to a remote cabin, where she proceeds to come down with staging fever, and Mason is now frightened they may never actually get their tomorrow.
Was it going to be one disaster too many. A game of poker. Winner take all. Someone is going to lose.
March 20, 2018
she wants him so much and no wedding as all she wants is to be in his bed and have sex, red hot sex. he has another idea. what does he want?will he get it? will they be happy? will it be worth it? see where it will lead you
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 20, 2018
A well-written story that I enjoyed reading this is Rebecca and Mason's story and the interaction between them is hot.Would I recommend the answer is yes! I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 21, 2018
The great plot was well written and the characters were so well developed that as I turned each page the chemistry between the characters kept me totally hooked until the very last page!
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 20, 2018
Terrific
Her father was a good man but has passed. He helped Mason be a better man. Rebecca is love with Mason. But he has to remember she is a woman now.
Her father was a good man but has passed. He helped Mason be a better man. Rebecca is love with Mason. But he has to remember she is a woman now.
April 17, 2018
Great story!
Characters were well developed and the story made me laugh out loud. Can't wait to read the next book in the series!
Characters were well developed and the story made me laugh out loud. Can't wait to read the next book in the series!
April 12, 2020
Loved this book and the characters! Literally didn't take a break reading and did not want it to end! Steavie MacFarlane never disappoints me!
June 13, 2023
I thought this book was fantastic I even read it twice, it had me laughing one minute then emotional the next ,I can’t wait to read another one of Stevie Macfarlane books again
March 17, 2018
Changing Her Mind By:Stevie MacFarlaneFor the perfect balance of Sweet Romance & e*otic take me out to the Woodshed Discipline, look no further than "Changing Her Mind" by Stevie MacFarlane.
This 1st book in the O'Mally's series is a great opening, which will lead readers down the Stevie MacFarlane rabbit hole on their quest to find out more, More, MORE. So be forewarned, you may be guaranteed hours of reading pleasure by engaging in the One-Click option on this read!
Although I did received an ARC via Booksprout of "Changing Her Mind," I honestly recommend it to others based upon its own merits. Stevie MacFarlane is a talented author, & I enjoyed reading this book; I'll definitely be reading the rest of this series. All opinions within this review are uniquely my own & freely given.
Until next time... Happy Reading!
October 17, 2016
Story Deserves Four Stars, But...
This book has a horrendous lack of editing! Did anyone even read through this? I counted at least three times where words had numbers in them, names misspelled, words out of order. It was very distracting and disappointing because Stevie MacFarlane's books are better than this.
Now as for the story, it was a little wonky. They never really talked or dated. It seemed their relationship took place before the book was written, so I never felt in line with how they felt. There were many funny parts and I still remain a fan. This wasn't the best though.
This book has a horrendous lack of editing! Did anyone even read through this? I counted at least three times where words had numbers in them, names misspelled, words out of order. It was very distracting and disappointing because Stevie MacFarlane's books are better than this.
Now as for the story, it was a little wonky. They never really talked or dated. It seemed their relationship took place before the book was written, so I never felt in line with how they felt. There were many funny parts and I still remain a fan. This wasn't the best though.
March 15, 2018
This is the first book in the series and what a fun read it was it had me laughing out loud at times.This is Mason and Rebecca she has been in love with him for as long as she can remember and has saved herself for him all she needs is for him to stop seeing her as a little sister.She is in for a shock when he finally does see her though and he has no problem putting her over his knee until she sees things his way.A super read I really enjoyed it
March 16, 2018
The first book in the O’Malley series. While I enjoyed the book I did feel I missing a bit of background. It didn’t read like the first book.
Mason and Rebecca are two strong stubborn characters with different views on there relationship. That makes for a lot of funny, frustrating and sexy scenes. I wasn’t too sure however about their transformation from friends to lovers. Maybe because some background was missing.
Mason and Rebecca are two strong stubborn characters with different views on there relationship. That makes for a lot of funny, frustrating and sexy scenes. I wasn’t too sure however about their transformation from friends to lovers. Maybe because some background was missing.
March 22, 2018
Well written story with nice storyline and plot. Characters are well described. Both main characters are strong and stubborn, but attracted to each other. A story that is funny, sad, has a bit of kink, twists, emotions, passion, hot chemistry and frustration.
A nice read and the first book in the series about the O'Malleys. I miss some depth to it and background information about the family and brothers.
Enjoyable read.
A nice read and the first book in the series about the O'Malleys. I miss some depth to it and background information about the family and brothers.
Enjoyable read.
September 16, 2012
This is a really great story abput two people in love but for a change the woman is the one who is scared to get married and just wants to live togther. Her fiance says no deal and makes it his mission to get her down the aisle even if he has to spank her each time she tries to undermine his goal. This is funny and sweet and romantic and hopefully we will see a sequel soon.
March 28, 2018
I enjoyed the read how the characters supported each other, the characters are likable. The author gives you strong independent women with men who aren’t afraid to let them shine. I liked how the men encourage them and help them reach their goals. I thought the plot was nice, loved the humor, the sex hot and the romance sweet.
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August 14, 2016
Perfect story. Contains all my favorite fantasies. Best yet, it introduces characters we get to meet in other books.
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