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Single Dads Club #4
Rules of Engagement
Take a trip to Hope Cove, where love is always in the air…
Leo never thought he was the marrying type – until his life with Caitlin feels so perfect that he starts to consider popping the question.
Damian is desperate to marry Amy, but is nervous of rocking the boat now that things are finally going well for them.
With Allie in his life, Hugh has the family he always wanted, but the stress of wedding planning makes him wonder if things might be moving too fast.
After all their ups and downs, will the single dads of Hope Cove get their happily ever afters at last?
Find out in the final book of the series!
Please note that this is the fourth book in the Single Dads Club series and is best enjoyed following the other books in the series.
Previous books in the
Book It Takes a Village
Book Riding the Waves
Book Playing for Keeps
Leo never thought he was the marrying type – until his life with Caitlin feels so perfect that he starts to consider popping the question.
Damian is desperate to marry Amy, but is nervous of rocking the boat now that things are finally going well for them.
With Allie in his life, Hugh has the family he always wanted, but the stress of wedding planning makes him wonder if things might be moving too fast.
After all their ups and downs, will the single dads of Hope Cove get their happily ever afters at last?
Find out in the final book of the series!
Please note that this is the fourth book in the Single Dads Club series and is best enjoyed following the other books in the series.
Previous books in the
Book It Takes a Village
Book Riding the Waves
Book Playing for Keeps
- GenresRomance
286 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 26, 2023
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Hannah Ellis
60 books435 followersHannah Ellis spent many years working in childcare before deciding she'd like to write books. When she's not busy writing she likes to read, drink tea and eat chocolate. She also enjoys yoga and jogging.
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March 22, 2024
Liked the whole book except the situation with Bethany of still trying to have rights when she is no longer in the picture as much as they try to put her in it. Not everyone is cut out to be a mother when they don’t want to be a mom.
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March 17, 2025
How have I come to the final book in the series already! I am so not ready to part ways with these characters.
In the final book we get to catch up with all three men and their partners. We see the highs and lows of being a parent and finding love again. It is certainly relatable and I felt empathy for all the characters but more so for Leo and Caitlin and Hugh and Allie. Each man decides it’s time to settle down and get married and who doesn’t love a wedding? Especially when there are three of them!
The last part of the book was just magical, you can’t help but get swept up in all the romance and happy endings. I felt fit to burst with happiness as it is definitely contagious! I feel like I have been through so much with these characters and they all feel like old friends. Whilst the tension does get high at times it was still a wonderful read.
Rules of Engagement was the perfect finale for the Single Dads Club series. I have adored every minute of being back in Hope Cove with cameo appearances from characters in the the author’s original Hope Cove series as well as meeting new ones. It highlights being a single parent and the ups and downs. More than anything though it’s about strong friendships and finding love. It’s hard not to get swept up in it all and will leave you feeling happy and uplifted. The perfect escapism!
In the final book we get to catch up with all three men and their partners. We see the highs and lows of being a parent and finding love again. It is certainly relatable and I felt empathy for all the characters but more so for Leo and Caitlin and Hugh and Allie. Each man decides it’s time to settle down and get married and who doesn’t love a wedding? Especially when there are three of them!
The last part of the book was just magical, you can’t help but get swept up in all the romance and happy endings. I felt fit to burst with happiness as it is definitely contagious! I feel like I have been through so much with these characters and they all feel like old friends. Whilst the tension does get high at times it was still a wonderful read.
Rules of Engagement was the perfect finale for the Single Dads Club series. I have adored every minute of being back in Hope Cove with cameo appearances from characters in the the author’s original Hope Cove series as well as meeting new ones. It highlights being a single parent and the ups and downs. More than anything though it’s about strong friendships and finding love. It’s hard not to get swept up in it all and will leave you feeling happy and uplifted. The perfect escapism!
December 23, 2023
I was waiting with bated breath for the last book in the Single Dads Club series and it did not disappoint! It has everything you need for a few hours of escapism to the wonderful Hope Cove for a lighthearted conclusion to this series.
Hugh, Damian and Leo have had their own stories introduced in the first three books of this series and this book brings together the three stories as the single dad’s navigate their way through the ups and downs of their relationships whilst all trying to find their happy ever after.
There is so much to love about this book - the developing storylines from the perspective of each of the men, their different approaches to decision-making in their couples, the depth of friendship the men have, the cameos from the Hope Cove series characters and the impact that their children have on new partners is all covered in a humorous and realistic way.
It’s a shame that this series is now at its end but it was a perfect way to finish!
I’m already looking forward to getting stuck into another new series next year.
Hugh, Damian and Leo have had their own stories introduced in the first three books of this series and this book brings together the three stories as the single dad’s navigate their way through the ups and downs of their relationships whilst all trying to find their happy ever after.
There is so much to love about this book - the developing storylines from the perspective of each of the men, their different approaches to decision-making in their couples, the depth of friendship the men have, the cameos from the Hope Cove series characters and the impact that their children have on new partners is all covered in a humorous and realistic way.
It’s a shame that this series is now at its end but it was a perfect way to finish!
I’m already looking forward to getting stuck into another new series next year.
December 31, 2023
It is a bittersweet moment for me as this is the final book of the series and I am sad that I won't get another glimpse into the life's of characters that I have come to love but it was definitely the most perfect ending. This one features all three Dad's Hugh, Leo and Damian as they navigate through possibly marrying their partners. I absolutely believe that this is the best book of the series as I felt all the characters personalities coming out and what a wonderful way to go out. I laughed, cried, screamed and held my breath. The fact that the Dad's relationship is still so strong made me feel happy although they don't always agree they still respect each other and each other's opinions. Totally and utterly refreshing.
January 20, 2024
What a lovely ending to a wonderful series....
Book 4 in the author's Single Dads' series started with a high bar for me, wondering how she would tie all the stories up in one big happily ever after. But it worked making me more than happy! Hugh, Leo and Damian deserved to be happy. Each of their stories had their ups and downs and book #4 continued the themes from their individual stories. Balancing engagements, marriages and children into one final wrap up was ingenious. And including characters from the Hope Cove series was billiant! Thank you Hannah Ellis!
Book 4 in the author's Single Dads' series started with a high bar for me, wondering how she would tie all the stories up in one big happily ever after. But it worked making me more than happy! Hugh, Leo and Damian deserved to be happy. Each of their stories had their ups and downs and book #4 continued the themes from their individual stories. Balancing engagements, marriages and children into one final wrap up was ingenious. And including characters from the Hope Cove series was billiant! Thank you Hannah Ellis!
January 1, 2024
Gutted to know that my visits to Hope Cove are over
Absolutely adore the characters that Hannah Ellis has created. I loved to see how their lives are transforming and it was an added bonus to see some old friends from the Hope Cove series.
My only complaint is that it left me wanting more!
Absolutely adore the characters that Hannah Ellis has created. I loved to see how their lives are transforming and it was an added bonus to see some old friends from the Hope Cove series.
My only complaint is that it left me wanting more!
January 1, 2024
The Single Dads Club
What a lovely end to the single dads club. I have really enjoyed these books they've mad me laugh cry and even gasp at times. They are all so different but gel so well. Each relationship is so different but it worked so well. I hope there is another series about their future exploites. Keep up the good work Hannah i just love your books.
What a lovely end to the single dads club. I have really enjoyed these books they've mad me laugh cry and even gasp at times. They are all so different but gel so well. Each relationship is so different but it worked so well. I hope there is another series about their future exploites. Keep up the good work Hannah i just love your books.
January 2, 2024
A fantastic ending to a brilliant series
I absolutely loved reading this book the fourth and last book in this series. The ending was perfect for all the main characters. It was lovely that characters from the Hope Cove series was written into this book. I am sad that this is the last book.
I absolutely loved reading this book the fourth and last book in this series. The ending was perfect for all the main characters. It was lovely that characters from the Hope Cove series was written into this book. I am sad that this is the last book.
February 8, 2024
Single dads club book 4.
I have now read all of the single dads club books and I thoroughly enjoyed every one of them. I loved all the characters and look forward to reading about the ones that weren't main characters. Once I started the first one it was hard to put each book down. Really enjoy reading hannah Ellis books.
I have now read all of the single dads club books and I thoroughly enjoyed every one of them. I loved all the characters and look forward to reading about the ones that weren't main characters. Once I started the first one it was hard to put each book down. Really enjoy reading hannah Ellis books.
January 11, 2024
A lovely end story to this series.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading the last book in the series. Bringing everyone's stories together. A few bumps along the way for everyone. Made it interesting and urged you to continue reading to the end story.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading the last book in the series. Bringing everyone's stories together. A few bumps along the way for everyone. Made it interesting and urged you to continue reading to the end story.
May 24, 2024
Easy read but a disappointing end to the series. I liked having the three couples back but it felt like it was the same story three times with the engagements. Bethany is also infuriating and Leo annoyed me. Loved the parts about Hugh, Allie and Emmy though!
July 20, 2024
Such a great book, with really finishing off the stories of the 3 single dads with a few of the other regulars in the area also bought into the storyline . It is so nice to have a series properly finished and I wish other authors would do the same. Thank you Hannah for this great book.
December 31, 2023
Brilliant
I really enjoyed all 4 books in the single dads club series. Easy reading, feel good factor, a smile and tears along the way.
I really enjoyed all 4 books in the single dads club series. Easy reading, feel good factor, a smile and tears along the way.
January 23, 2024
A MUST Read!
This was the perfect ending to the Single Dads Club series. I also love how Hannah Ellis incorporates characters from her other books and ties everything together.
This was the perfect ending to the Single Dads Club series. I also love how Hannah Ellis incorporates characters from her other books and ties everything together.
February 9, 2024
Great read
Another great book to this collection as with all the hope cove books ,nice to catch up with the characters and there stories
Another great book to this collection as with all the hope cove books ,nice to catch up with the characters and there stories
March 28, 2024
best of the bunch
I enjoyed all of the books and reading each one was getting to know them all together. The weddings was fun, and Frantic and I loved it all.
I enjoyed all of the books and reading each one was getting to know them all together. The weddings was fun, and Frantic and I loved it all.
June 10, 2024
This is the 4th book in this series (and at this stage, the last). Lots of loose ends tied up and happy endings.
June 27, 2024
Fabulous
I have just read all 4 books and have really enjoyed them,they run seamlessly together it’s like reading one book Thank you Hannah, brilliant story telling
I have just read all 4 books and have really enjoyed them,they run seamlessly together it’s like reading one book Thank you Hannah, brilliant story telling
July 20, 2024
Another great series from Hannah. I love the way that characters from others series pop up in Hannah’s new series. Such easy reading and characters that you can get attached to.
December 8, 2024
3.5. The series wrapped up perfectly.
April 6, 2025
A beautiful Ending
I am so sad to see another wonderful series end, but I so happy with the way everything was left!
I am so sad to see another wonderful series end, but I so happy with the way everything was left!
January 23, 2024
A tearful (happy tears!) ending to another beautiful series! I liked the way each storyline was presented and wrapped up nicely. I also liked the crossover of characters from other series. As always, I’m sad for it to be ending because I get so enamored with all of the characters. But that only leaves room for new beginnings, new characters, and new stories to be enjoyed. Please don’t keep us in suspense for too long! : ) Thank you for sharing your gifts and talents. I’m grateful I stumbled upon your work when I did.
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