Thanking Her Brother's Best Friends

Why Choose Haremland #8

by Ajme Williams

Being a national sensation failed to prepare me for a life of scandal that comes with sleeping with three men at the same time.

I have a son to consider. What was I thinking?

They are just not any men. They are my brother’s best friends!

Aiden is the hottest introvert I’ve ever met. He makes me want to cuddle next to him on the couch all night long.

Dominique’s strength feels like protection. His arms touch my curves and bring out the joy that I haven’t felt in years.

And Niall’s charisma and love for music has me dancing like a teenager.

My over-protective brother would lose his mind . . . along with the rest of the country.

My toxic ex has made it impossible for me to consider love, let alone love with three men.

But Aiden, Don, and Niall make me want to smash my past and risk my future.

Especially now that I have three more babies to be grateful for this Thanksgiving.

And with my growing belly, this secret is just impossible to hide.

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This is the eighth book in the The Why Choose Haremland series, and tells Aiden, Dominique, Niall and Selene's story. Enjoy!!

This is a reverse harem [MFMM] story with no cheating, no cliff-hanger, a guaranteed HEA. Intended for adults only. Enjoy!

Genres: Romance

313 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 6, 2023

About the author

Ajme Williams - mother, wife, daughter, dreamer, an avid reader and a writer.
When she's not writing romance, Ajme can be seen sipping coffee, gorging on dark chocolate, exercising, or travelling with family and friends. Cooking is therapeutic for her and she drools over Italian food...and men.
What to expect from her books?
Ajme loves variety, so expect a lot of second chances, secret babies, office romances, big fat fake weddings, curvy heroines and alpha heroes. HEA? Always, baby!
If you're a fan of emotional angsty contemporary romance, then you'll enjoy Ajme Williams.

Reviews

[Rissa1516 · Rating 2 out of 5]

I really wanted to love this book. The story is there but there were a lot of parts that seemed so forced. There was a chapter for Dom that went into the history of Southern Boston and Irish immigrants, which I understood the intent, but it didn't work for me. I also think the relationship with the guys could have been explained more to better understand their penchant and comfortability of sharing a girl. There was a line, "She's just our type" that seemed more predatory and gross than it was intended. Plus, these three guys are supposedly Ben's best friends, but Ben seems removed from the sharing situation and therefore doesn't have as strong of a friendship with the three guys. There was a part where Selene referred to the three guys as boys and the paragraph right after referred to her kid as HER boy. I just thought it was weird that she's calling her 8-year-old a boy along with three hot potential sex partners. There appeared to be some issues with using the correct names. There was an Adam mentioned, but based on context, it was Aiden and then a Lila was mentioned but I think it was supposed to be Maisie? I was also confused by the time that passed in the book. Chapters would indicate a few days later or 2 weeks later, but in a dialog, it was mentioned two months had passed and it didn't line up. There were a good number of spicy scenes, which I appreciate, however, there were some parts that didn't make physical sense.

The book descriptions of Selene indicate that she is curvy and loves her food (which is awesome) but the cover of the book looks like a woman who is a fitness instructor of some sort and is vegan. It doesn't align.

I think if this book went through additional editing, it could be so much better. It really has so much potential, it just isn't there yet.

[Korkoi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Their Unexpected Love Connection - Selene has made up her mind to stay single, whilst concentrating on her career and her son after her breakup with her son’s father, but she felt an inexplicable attraction towards her older brother’s three best friends, Aiden, Dom and Niall. Even though Selene was apprehensive about getting entangled with Aiden, Dom and Niall, because they used to tease her when they were younger, her best friend managed to convince her to have fun.

From the moment Aidan, Dom and Niall laid eyes on Selene at her brother’s wedding, they each knew there was no way they could stay away from her. It took time, but they managed to convince her to enter into a no strings attached arrangement, which she realised would be beneficial to her as well. However, just as they settled into the relationship, she discovered she had a stalker who continuously reeked havoc on her life. Unfortunately, things didn’t go as planned, as her life was thrown into chaos, she received help to resolve the matter without incident.

However, their path to happiness didn’t run smooth smoothly, as not everyone was happy with their relationship or her news, but Aidan, Dom and Niall realised that they couldn’t live without Selene and took steps to make sure they got their happily ever after. This is a panty dropping, fantastic, angst and drama filled romance, with an interesting storyline, that will have you hooked from the first page. If you have never read any of this author’s books, trust me when I say you are definitely missing out. Grab a copy of this book and indulge yourself for a few hours.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jen Proudfoot · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was so good!

I can't get over how much I enjoyed this story, Ajme really hit the nail on the head with this one. I love reverse harem stories. Maybe there's a little envy on my part when I read them. I wouldn't mind three of my own gorgeous men wanting me morning, noon, and night! But how often does that happen in real life, eh? Aiden, Dom, and Niall all sound so hot, in and out of the bedroom. Selene is her own self-made woman, but it's nice when the guy (or guys in this case) are self-made, too. They're successful in their own right, and neither the boys nor Selene would have to rely on each other for monetary support. I like that, it's nice to see on both fronts!

Selene is a very strong/tough woman, even though sometimes she has these crazy thoughts about herself, and that her son knows she will give into him by spoiling him a little too much. Other than that, she has a pretty good head on her shoulders and knows how to take care of business.

I recommend this book to anyone who likes a lot of sex scenes, some action, mystery, suspense, and did I mention a lot of sex scenes? Enjoy!

[Sheila Fowler · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had a lot of fun reading this book. Selene is a successful Baker (love that her last name is Baker), but a disaster in the love department. Her husband Dave is an absolute JERK. You learn more about him later, but you can tell right away she was better off without him. All she wants s to have a happy life with her family (including her adorable son Ollie).

At her brother Ben's wedding, she meets up with Aiden (her brother's best friend from High School who mercilessly teased Selene when they were kids). He has been in love with her for years (the picking on her was part of that). But he's jaded and doesn't think he can give her his all. That's where Niall and Dom come into the picture. The three of them can give Selene everything she wants and more.

The romance is fun. The pregnancy is unexpected. And these 3 men give Selene everything she ever wanted - a real family. Oh and you will love Ollie's Epilogue. Such a sweetheart!.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Donise · Rating 5 out of 5]

Warning: This book deals with marital abuse, stalking, bullying, and reverse harem. If any of these bother you, don't read this book. I enjoyed this story. The heroine was way stronger than she thought she was, and she would do anything for her little boy. Her son was the cutest little dude and I liked how he was portrayed in the story. She didn't start out wanting to get involved with her brother's three best friends, but she did always have a crush on one of them but in school they treated her like dirt. Now years later the attraction is as strong as ever but now it includes the other two friends as well. However, at least one of them is still marriage shy and when the unexpected happens will they all be in it together or will it be two of them or none? Read this story and find out how everything works out.

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[Curvy Girl Book Nerd (Jen S) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thanking Her Brother's Best Friends is a steamy, friends-to-lovers, single mom, reverse harem, curvy girl gets her brother's best friends romance. Selene is a curvy celebrity baker/chef who is now a single mom to the adorable Ollie. She has a crazy ex, Dave, that she is trying to start over from. When she goes to her older brother, Ben's wedding, she runs into his 3 best friends, Aiden (who always had a thing for her), Dominique, and Niall. They are all attracted to her, but she is unsure at first as they always teased her when young. But when she decides to let loose, things get steamy between the four of them. All the men brought something to the table to balance the unusual relationship. I loved the characters, and the chemistry was hot 🔥 hot 🔥 hot 🔥!!!! We do have some stalker action and other drama but end with our HEA. And Ollie's epilogue is the best. Loved it!!.

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[Merilu Keenum · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ajme Williams cooked up a great RH for Selene and her brother’s bfs, Aiden, Dom, and Niall. She’s a celebrity chef, has an incredible little boy, Oliver, a truly vile ex husband, and a stalker. Danger, mystery, and drama is her constant concern. Her guys were mean to her when they were younger so she’s wary of her attraction to them. The guys work very hard to impress her!

Ajme brings out all the stops to bring their hopes, fears, and feelings into a working relationship. The antics of Oliver, the bodyguards stoic manner, and her abusive ex keep this story lively and suspenseful. The sex scenes are deliciously dirty and very well written. This was fun, scary, and has a very special ending!.

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[Megan Packnett · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was cute. An easy one sitting read. I felt there were a few to many references and then it explained the references (instead of marking it with a symbol and people could flick to the back of the book if they didn't get it) I felt like we needed more Ben and Selene's relationship instead of the jumbled bit we get. I also felt it was odd she married Aiden instead of Dom... I mean like 4 paragraphs suddenly make Aiden the better option? I didn't think so anyway, I felt like Dom wanted all of her from the beginning and also was the one who confronted Aiden and put Aiden in his place. But I love that they ended it up well and that the book addresses that marriage isn't the end all be all. That no person deserves to be abused, because there's a child and rings involved.

[Jayne Wheatley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Romance

A great read, rather unique in some parts which I enjoyed, a few parts that didn't really ring true which was a shame. I enjoyed reading all 3 of Ben's friends they were all different but all loving which m ace them the perfect fit.
I didn't like the fact a few parts just didn't make sense for example Selenes stalker is her ex husband so she takes her son to stay with her brother for his safety however she is a multi millionaire living in a pent house and has security guards, so he's safer at home, she didn't leave any of her security guys with her son at Ben's so it made no sense!!!
Also unfinished aspects of the story left me a bit frustrated, Selenes ex was arrested for kidnapping their son then we heard no more about it!!!
Overall tho I did enjoy the story.

[Judy Gittleson Hendrickson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Celebrity chef Selene has seen the bad side of marriage and concentrates on her son Ollie and her career, trying to move past her ex and the memories. She has a stalker that seems to catch up with her now matter what she does. She hooks up with her brothers three best friends and things get steamy very quickly. A lot of big decisions are ahead as well as consequences to everyone including her brother. Loved the characters, their personalities, feelings and protectiveness. Lots of surprises, revelations, pregnancy and more that ends in a great ending.

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[Carol S. Roeder · Rating 5 out of 5]

18 and older

I thought the book had ups and downs like ordinary people in a love, hate relationship. You don't even have to be rich to feel them. I felt very sorry for the main character, sticking it out with a husband that hated her so much, and an alcoholic too boot. When you're just dealing with one or the other alone, it would be hard enough. Then you add a young child in the mix, and there is too much to deal with. This book is full of sex as the cover and title show you. That is why I gave it the 18 year old or higher. At least it had a happy ending, which always makes it better when reading a book.

[Rachael · Rating 4 out of 5]

Okay book

So I give the book 3.5 stars. The plot itself is really good but there was just sooo much extra and unnecessary dialogue. It really felt like filler. We didn’t need to know how the water, boats, rocks, and everything about the outside looked. It has no relevance.

There were some errors in the book but not enough to have me stop reading.

The FMC was relatable. She wasn’t a complete pushover and didn’t let everyone walk all over her. But there were some issues like she would second guess everything but would pull a knife on someone.

But all and all a pretty good book.

[J · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is such a wonderfully well written reverse harem romance read. Williams does an amazing job of inducing all the feels. Amazing characters that are well developed and a storyline that is captivating and smooth flowing. I love the play on main character Selene's name and profession. Steamy and sweet I very much enjoyed this off limits, single mom, reverse harem, surprise pregnancy romance read....sure did cover a lot of troupes but did all of them well!

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[Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Selene is a celebrity chef. She loves her profession and has a wonderful son who she adores. With such a public life, she can’t seem to stay hidden from her stalker her ex-husband. He always finds them. Her brother’s best friends come to her rescue and sparks start to fly. Lots of love and STEAM follow. Would definitely read more from this author.

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[Kim Mears · Rating 5 out of 5]

Selene us trying to start over with her son away from her crazy ex. She goes to her brothers wedding and meets 3 of his friends. 1 she had a crush on in school even though they picked on her. But there is an attraction between the 4 of them that's hard to ignore. But will they end up together in the end.

I enjoyed reading this book and would recommend it.

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[Annie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I volunteered to read this ARC for an honest review. I enjoyed this crazy adventure with Selene, Aiden, Dom, Niall and little Oliver. The guys are her brother, Ben's best friends and are sexy even now. So when they reconnect at Ben's wedding, all bets are off. Recently divorced Selene needs a new start and the guys can offer that and more.

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[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reverse harem adventures

This was a fabulous read. The characters came to ice page after page.
Lots of angst, mayhem , lust and love. The main female character Selene and her son Oliver have lived with domestic abuse and they are finding their way out of it. Best friend Chloe encourages selene to be happy and take hold of whatever life that gives you the most joy! That would be her older brothers best friends.
Adventure awaits!!!!

[Maggie JM Jackson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed the whole set up of the plot. Loved that they had a history together since childhood. This book was the book that kept on giving. The chemistry was out of this world. Spicy level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️. Could not put this book down until it was finished. Would definitely recommend and will definitely get a reread from me!!.

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[Cay Scheumack · Rating 4 out of 5]

Entertaining, action packed, steamy, well written story of a single Mom who's a celebrity baker and her brother's best friends. They bullied her in high school and fell for years later. A righteous brother, a great son, and an unhinged ex play a part in their relationship.

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[Christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arc review I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. In this story you have a ex who has issues .Selena baker with her son oliver who are just trying to move forward in life. then comes Aiden brown ,Dominic james ,niall Donovan into her life the best friends of her brother and lets just say these three don't know what they are in for.so hot and cute.

[Jeanne Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read a lot of books written by Ajme Williams; she is one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of her books.

This is part of the Why Choose Haremland Series; it is a stand-alone book. The story is about Selena, Aiden, Dominque & Niall; they are her brother’s best friends.

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[Aimee Lombardo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thanking her brothers best friends a great story that had me falling in love with all the characters as they fell in love.

I enjoyed the witty banter between the group and how they discovered that they where each other's forever.

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[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thanking Her Brother’s Best Friends

What a very exciting and wonderful story about an incredible woman raising her son. After a bad relationship, and divorce, moving on, just trying to survive and make a life for her and her son. Finding friendship and love with her brothers best friends, and realizing that things don’t always happen in a conventional way.❤️

[Nora · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reading this title alone had me and it delivered what I wanted so that is always a plus. A sexy story and one of my favorite tropes. Brothers best friend and they help out. So at her brothers wedding she meets the guys again and this turns to other unexpected events and I love it. Well written and I can't wait for more by this author.

[Donna Gomez-Rivera · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thanking Her Brother’s Best Friends is a phenomenal story! Characters that you can feel in your heart. A storyline that keeps you on the edge of your seat and glued to your kindle! For me it was a love-hate deal as the main characters face the harsh reality. A must read. Grab your copy today and start reading. Enjoy happy reading 📚

[Carol Harris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent !!!!!!!

This reverse harem story is not just about sex. It has an actual story line that is heartwarming,and realistic.I couldn't put the book down. There is graphic sex acts in it but its the actual story that had my interest. I recommend this book to everyone over the age of seventeen.

[Ruth Ann Burt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome book

I couldn't put this book down. I fell in love with every single character in this book. Selene is a strong independent woman who has a soft side too. The story had a perfect flow to it from page 1 to the end of the book. I have enjoyed every book that Amje has written. This is a must read book.

[Miss T · Rating 5 out of 5]

Check your trigger warnings

This book had some hard hitting story's so please check your triggers before reading. I loved this book, my favourite, so far. I loved all the characters, and I loved the relationship they built. There were parks that were a little shaky, but they worked through it.

[Rainbowlovesbooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you enjoy off limits romance, brothers best friends, reverse harem, single mum, surprise pregnancy, HEAs then you'll enjoy this.

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[Kathryn]

This is a fun reverse harem romance. Selene has a fling with her brother's best friend and it turns into something more. I liked the inclusion of Ollie, Selene's son. There are surprises, emotions, and so much more. There are some very sweet moments.