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Wifed Up By A Grumpy Billionaire

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Varnell Kingsley, a grumpy billionaire with a heart hardened by betrayal, has been the owner of his family’s construction company for seven years. Once a hopeful romantic, his world came crashing down when his high school and college sweetheart left him at the altar. Since then, Varnell has buried himself in work, and closed himself off romantically and emotionally.
Eira Lewis, a fiercely independent woman and the owner of her family’s financial institution has a heart made of ice that goes along with her alpha female persona. Eira’s no-nonsense attitude and sharp intimidates the opposite sex and is the cause for her nonexistent love life. After a few heated exchanges, Varnell and Eira are pushed together at her parent’s retirement party. As they both agree to give love a try, that doesn’t stop her from being skeptical and cautious.
As they get to know each other, Varnell and Eira discover that beneath their gruff exteriors lie wounds that only someone who has walked a similar path can understand. Although their cold and heartless demeanors are caused by different issues, the softer versions of themselves bring them closer together.
But with past heartbreaks looming large and trust issues running deep, Varnell begins to panic as he realizes how amazing Eira is. Not wanting to lose at the game love a second time, he makes a rash decision in hopes to keep the beautiful woman by his side.
Dani Littlepage takes you on an unforgettable journey in her riveting new African American Urban Fiction series that will definitely leave you thirsty for more. Go ahead and one click and take this ride with us.

163 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 25, 2024

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Profile Image for LaTanya Garry.
2,037 reviews40 followers
September 29, 2024
Must Read

There's so much to unpack in this book. I felt bad for how Sarah left Varnell at the alter on their wedding day and ran off with his best friend and best man Nigel. It turned Varnell mean and cold but by the way this book ended and how he switched up on Eira. Maybe Sarah had her reasons for cheating on him and not marrying him. I wish I could've heard her side of the story but since she was murdered. I can only guess. Eira did give off masculine energy but judging by her job title, the way her old brother Ryan and older sister Shantel treated her. I see why she was always cold and defensive. Ryan and Shantel had an entitlement attitude because they parents had money. I also know they were jealous of Eira because she was the youngest but the more educated and go getter. Taking over their parent's company so they could retire and enjoy the fruit's of their labor had Ryan and Shantel feeling some type of way. Well at least Ryan admitted his jealousy, apologized and mended his relationship with Eira. I applaud Ryan for reaching out to Eira best friend Maleah for help to getting his life back on track. Ryan also knew that wanting a woman like Maleah. He had to step his game up. Shantel jealousy was loud and clear toward Eira. She always had something smart to say or throw shade. Shantel was faking like she had the perfect marriage but her husband Hasan wasn't s**t. When it was revealed that Hasan was cheating and had a baby on the way by his side chick. Shantel was pissed off at Ryan and Eira thinking they were lying until Hasan nonchalantly admitted it and told Shantel he wasn't giving up Nadine. After all the s**t Shantel talked to Eira and about her. In the end Shantel needed her little sister. Eira let her guard down and became more feminine while finally giving Varnell a chance. However when Varnell told her he like her but was looking for someone to help him with his daughter he had just found about after the death of his ex. Should've been a red flag for Eira. Him proposing to her after three months and rushing to get married should've been a red flag as well. At the end Eira found out that Varnell had lost his damn mind when it seems like another personality came out of him. His demands and how he spoke to Eira were ridiculous.
Profile Image for Michelle.
1,323 reviews2 followers
September 27, 2024
This book was good thst Varnell is really damaged Sarah did a number on him. People have got to heal before they try dating again. Hurt people hurt people. Eira is a hardworking beautiful woman he devotes her life to her family business love wasn't on the menu. Varnell and Eira doesn't have a love at first sight connection but thete good together. Varnell has a gift thst Sarah left behind he has to learn how to love to be an amazing father. Smh see Varnell is about to learn Eira not about to talk his emotional abuse he about to get dumped a second time. Eira went through a lot with her family her siblings treated her terribly. Wow I'm speechless 🙊 that ending was crazy definitely can't wait til part 2.
84 reviews2 followers
September 28, 2024
good read

awe I definitely feel vernel pain. Eira siblings is very weird she definitely goin have to watch them and ion feel like the parents speak up enough honestly. See when u be grimy bad things always happen. Omg I’m loving all of them except Shan. Can’t wait till all mend the relationships. Shantel is working my nerves so bad😭. I don’t like vernel honestly cause he basically forcing her to do things and that’s not going to end well, he definitely should have went to counseling for that trauma from Sara I definitely can’t wait till the next part if she stays married she goin be miserable like her sister. “The book started so good but i didn’t like how it ended “
Favorite part-when Ryan and eira mended their relationship
Profile Image for Tierra Hughes.
131 reviews4 followers
September 26, 2024
I Need Part 2 !!!!!

I was thinking that this book was going to be that Varnell and Eira meet, and you know, with them having the past heartbreaks, they mean with each other til they really get to know each other. I was shocked when Varnell became controlling at the end. Shantel needed that wake me up, but I hope she heals and Ryan and Maleah look good together. I hate that Valerie had to meet her dad on her mother deaf bed, but I am glad she got one parent. I like this book as always. Dani did her thang just patiently waiting for the next book in this series. I do recommend that you read it.
Profile Image for Moon  Tip.
656 reviews9 followers
September 28, 2024
Ok read!

I really enjoyed this book. Before I could get to the end, I was already asking for book 2. Taking time for yourself after a painful breakup is essential if you’re going to move forward in a healthy way that allows room for a loving relationship this time around. Without healing, you can unknowingly do damage and hurt someone else. As the quote goes, “hurt people hurt people.” Varnell should've heal first. Eira has endured mistreatment from her siblings all out of jealousy.Vernell was so grumpy he thought Eira was gonna let him get away with treating her that way but she definitely about to  show him.


Profile Image for Tammie.
321 reviews1 follower
September 28, 2024
Smh at Nell...

This cliffhanger was really crazy because I was actually rooting for Nell and hoped he had changed for the better. Hopefully Eira can handle him though and Valerie isnt hurt in the process. He has to be really shallow to think his way of thinking is right! Shantel is a "witch" with a b! Hopefully she has been humbled as well and can turn everything around for the boys. The story started out a little slow to me and it was very detailed with small activities pertaining to the characters but I guess it gave you some background and feel of them. It was a pretty good read but im waiting on part two to see how Eira handles Vanell.
31 reviews
January 5, 2025
The start of this book was so boring to me it took me to get halfway through to even consider finish

Varnell lost his mind to tell Eria you will take Valerie to school, pick her up, take her to practice, and help her with her homework every night. I hate waking up early in the morning, and I want to return to my regular work hours of nine to three. You don’t have to cook every night, but I want at least four or five home cooked meals throughout the week. We can still take turns reading to her at night and lastly, you must keep yourself up.” Too say that after marrying her made me want jump in the page slap him. He has too kidding with her.
Profile Image for TACORA MCCLUNEY.
2,509 reviews11 followers
September 27, 2024
👏👏👏👏👏

Varnell has lost his ever lasting mind. Ion know who he thought he married or what type of push over he think Eira gonna turn into but he done fked around and about to find out. I know Shantel is a bi* ch to her sister but I hate her husband did her like that and to have the audacity to tell her to deal with it or leave is fked up. I can't wait till Karma taps him on the shoulder. I'm glad Ryan chose to build a bond with his sister and do better in life. Him and Leah make a good couple. I can't wait to see how everything plays out now.💝💝
Profile Image for Verlana Munn.
2,006 reviews40 followers
September 27, 2024
Where In The Entire World Did This Come From?

Dani Littlepage, oh my you really got this nut down pat. Nell really is back in another century. I get it he has some stuff going on inside but really Nell? Now, when I say this is the cutest read even with the drama. I love Ryan he realized his actions and made the correct changes. Leah, is such a good fit in here. Shantel, is gonna be alright once she realizes what she needs to do. Eira is gonna shake some stuff up in Bells world I can't wait to see the outcome. Good Read🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
143 reviews3 followers
September 28, 2024
That ending though!

Well Varnell just flipped the script out of nowhere I wasn’t expecting that at all. At first I thought he was joking but when repeated his wants again I knew he was serious! It seems like he’ll be in for a rude awakening trying Eira! I can’t wait to see how she gets him together! I was happy to everyone’s relationship finally coming together towards the end and I’m curious to see it goes. It seemed everyone’s life is slowly coming together! I can’t wait to see what part 3 brings!
Profile Image for Mizzdrea .
104 reviews7 followers
October 10, 2024
Wow!

Hassan is stupid for cheating on his wife and get young mistress pregnant when he already have two boys. Ryan finally worked on his elf and got a better relationship with his younger sister. Now it’s up to older sister to work on her relationship with her sister after her divorce and doing better for herself and the boys. Varnell should have listen to his brother in law not be in a rush for marriage I understand how your ex/financee/babymomma did you but everything takes time.
Profile Image for Tarro Stokes-Funches.
1,858 reviews
October 3, 2024
Chile,
Varnell is an a$$hole for sure. You married her after 3 mos. due to your ego, pride, and feelings being hurt 7yrs ago. Iceberg should have followed her first mind and said no. Those demands he had at the end were crazy, like who tf you think you are. He's insecure and need to heal because he's about to mess up what could potentially be a great thing. He's not thinking about his daughter at all, he's just being selfish! I do have a feeling that he's about to FAFO!!!
232 reviews5 followers
October 8, 2024
Uhm

This book wasn't cohesive. It was a disconnect between the two main characters. The " relationship" was forced without any real attraction to one another. I wouldn't recommend. The auxiliary characters just seemed unfinished. It seemed like the characters were just dropped in the story as if was a part 2 and we already knew them. It wasn't any consistency .
Sadly, the story didn't evoke any emotions or connection to the characters.
473 reviews
October 25, 2024
Slow burn 2.5

This read a lil stale. Writing kids is a challenge that a lot of authors fail at, this child Valerie, is no exception. A 5 year old kid in kindergarten does not talk like this. The actual chemistry between the main characters was pretty dead. Another thing that read kinda odd, these women were bosses....literally they shopped at Neiman's drove nice cars but ate at Red Lobster and Olive Garden?? Just inconsistency throughout. Idk about part 2.
Profile Image for Kesha Keke.
85 reviews3 followers
October 30, 2024
Heck yeah

I loved this book many twists and turns. I will say it was real life situations. How the love of ur life do u dirty on yall wedding day? Is it real life of having sibling rivalry? I loved how the parents are able to past down they business. How is it u got that girl to be ur wife then u got all these responsibilities. I can't wait to see part 2 and how everyone life is unfolding.
Profile Image for Tonia.
3,499 reviews11 followers
January 8, 2025
Grumpy Billionaire

Wow Varnell just went left all of a sudden? I was like I know I'm not reading this right now. He really just turned up for no reason at all? I wish Eira would of listened to her gut and said no to marriage to him. Now I gotta to give it to Eira cause Shantel would of been left on the steps but the newphews could of stayed. I'm hoping Ryan stay on the straight and narrow with Leah
Profile Image for Carmen Isabish.
177 reviews1 follower
January 29, 2025
Engage and married the same day lol

Its giving vulnerable and insecure. Eria's sister just needs to boss up, and forget about her husband. Just when I thought it was getting dull Varnell and Eria gets engaged and married and the demands he put on her is insane especially when its his child lol. I'd get an Annulment the next day. chillllllle its a mess. I can't wait until the next book to see what Eria does.
Profile Image for Rochelle Allen .
348 reviews8 followers
September 27, 2024
wow

Definitely a 5 star read and definitely can’t wait for part 2 to read more about each couple . The cliff hanger ending is insane!! Varnell and Eira rushed into things. Glad Eira and her siblings are getting back on track. Shantel husband did her dirty wondering what his karma will be. Dani you did your thing with this book 🥰🥰🥰
Profile Image for Book Plug Ms.McGill.
548 reviews16 followers
September 28, 2024
wowwwww

That cliffhanger was jaw dropping. The author made sure she gave us what in the world moments in this book. This book is well written and the story flows so well. The backstabbing secret keeping and just liessss is unbelievable. Varnell is a different type of man with an agenda. Shantel we gonna pray for her . I can’t wait for part 2. Good job
Profile Image for Halimah Grant.
1,183 reviews6 followers
September 30, 2024
Yes part two me

Oh varnella got things twisted now the real him is coming out what have she gotten herself into soon as she married this man now he wants to start controlling her I hope she didn't make the wrong decisions and Shantel was so in denial it was crazy taking up for a man who been doing her wrong all this time see she should've been listening instead of being a hater
1,240 reviews
October 11, 2024
Keywanna Revell

Wow

WTF Nell has lost his mind is he serious he's going to lose her frfr He most definitely put Grumpy he's an asshole frfr ..

I hope Ryan and her best friend married,..


And hopefully Shantel can find happiness again


And hope her husband Hasan gets his karma...


I need part 2
988 reviews4 followers
March 2, 2025
Well!

Varnell had been not only hurt by love, he had been stomped on! Betrayed by his fiancee and his best friend, he became a shell of a man with an ice-cold heart. Years Layer, series of tragic events and buried secrets come to light, and Varnell is forced to make drastic changes in his life. Well...
932 reviews13 followers
September 27, 2024
The script has been flipped and it’s about to be a showdown..

Whew child Varnell done lost his mind and trust and believe Eira is going to help him find it. I can’t wait too see what goes down in part 2.
Profile Image for Amber Ganaway.
783 reviews12 followers
September 27, 2024
Chilllleeeee…..

Honey, I don’t even know what to say. Varnell has truly lost his damn mind and I know he don’t think Eira is just about to go along with everything because of his insecurities. I can’t wait to see how this plays out. Dani you got me stressed over here lol
732 reviews3 followers
September 28, 2024
Ok Read

The read was good but just wasn't the read imo that this author writes. What a cliffhanger, I wasn't expecting that. Varnell has gone from 100% to o% a good man. He's definitely going to lose Eira and maybe his daughter again.
Profile Image for Carol.
2,052 reviews15 followers
September 29, 2024
Review

Eira was a woman who knew what she wanted. She didn’t have to deal with Vernell but she did. She also turned his frown upside down. He’s lucky to have her so he better cherish her.
Profile Image for Shadia Thompson.
65 reviews
September 30, 2024
🤩🤩😬

Great book and great read.. I’m glad varnell and eira got together, i can’t wait for part 2. Who would have known that Sarah had a kid by varnell that she was hiding.. part 2 me please
Profile Image for ashley.
887 reviews17 followers
October 6, 2024
Ummmm

So many details so many not needed moments that didn't add to the story and the pivot at the end of personalities of Nelly didn't even make sense...
I did enjoy the siblings rebuilding but I don't believe I will be reading book 2
Profile Image for Quay Solomon.
562 reviews4 followers
October 7, 2024
Varnell is definitely delusional with his way of thinking...him and his grumpy ways are going to have him single again....Shantel only went through her phase because she wasn't willing to listen to anyone about her relationship...I hope she makes amends w/Eira now that Ryan has
558 reviews3 followers
March 30, 2025
Too Much

I was liking Varnell and Eira for each other but he just went straight cave man at the end. Giving her all those ultimatums was too much. I know Eira is getting ready to flip. On to part 2.
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