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A Sweet Arrangement
Evelyn "Evie" Hartwell owns a small bakery in a rural town outside of the city. Orphaned and raised from a young age by her French-American grandmother, she found joy in the simple things in life - baking, her cat, and minimal technology. She is a hopeless romantic and wants to find true love and her happily ever after. Could she find it in the good looking business man that comes into her bakery every Saturday?
Alexander "Alex" Knight is the CEO of a multibillion dollar company, PetroVista. Constantly being reminded by his abusive father, Alex has no interest in taking a wife. Alex enjoys morning runs with his three German Shepherds, shutting his father down, and those sweet macarons from that little bakery outside of town.
One fateful Saturday, a horrible accident causes their lives to be changed forever. A tyrant father takes advantage of what started as an innocent crush, leaving devastation in his wake. A new identity, a lifetime of trauma, and a longing for what could have been plagues Evie and Alex for five years. Will they get a happily ever after out of their Sweet Arrangement, or does their past leave nothing but a sour taste?
Alexander "Alex" Knight is the CEO of a multibillion dollar company, PetroVista. Constantly being reminded by his abusive father, Alex has no interest in taking a wife. Alex enjoys morning runs with his three German Shepherds, shutting his father down, and those sweet macarons from that little bakery outside of town.
One fateful Saturday, a horrible accident causes their lives to be changed forever. A tyrant father takes advantage of what started as an innocent crush, leaving devastation in his wake. A new identity, a lifetime of trauma, and a longing for what could have been plagues Evie and Alex for five years. Will they get a happily ever after out of their Sweet Arrangement, or does their past leave nothing but a sour taste?
228 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 31, 2024
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October 28, 2024
Evie has a crush on a weekly customer and turns out that customer is interested as well. They plan a date and then chaos ensues. Alex is in a coma, Evie is offered a forced marriage and pregnancy in exchange for money. SPOILER******************Alex wakes, is a jerk, Evie flies and time passes.
From the beginning I was hooked, but then Evie made such a huge life decision so quickly that I struggled to connect with her. Alex wakes from a coma and is a real piece of work. I would have liked to see him so much more then he did to win his family and Evie over but towards the end it's hard not to root for him. The friendship between Evie and Macie was great and the same goes for Alex and Owen.
I can't forget the inclusion on dogs and cats (I love all things dogs)
This book takes you on an adventure that I was not prepared for. There were some heavy subject areas but handled so well in the description.
This was my first read by @novelsbybriannarusler and I look forward to reading more!
From the beginning I was hooked, but then Evie made such a huge life decision so quickly that I struggled to connect with her. Alex wakes from a coma and is a real piece of work. I would have liked to see him so much more then he did to win his family and Evie over but towards the end it's hard not to root for him. The friendship between Evie and Macie was great and the same goes for Alex and Owen.
I can't forget the inclusion on dogs and cats (I love all things dogs)
This book takes you on an adventure that I was not prepared for. There were some heavy subject areas but handled so well in the description.
This was my first read by @novelsbybriannarusler and I look forward to reading more!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 12, 2024
Hands down one of my favorite reads of 2024. This book pulled me out of a reading slump and reminded me why I like reading and why I love romance books. That says it all, but I’ll give you more. The MMC and FMC have a crazy situation happen in the beginning that completely upheaves there lives, and the FMC is asked by the MMC’s dad to have the MMC’s baby while he’s in a coma. When he wakes up, he thinks the FMC is a gold digger. Ultimately it comes down to, will he realize he’s wrong or will the FMC find a new love?! Read and find out!! There’s several twists and turns but ultimately has an HEA.
October 20, 2024
This book follows the concept of a nobody girl gets involved with a rich, powerful man. She is a hopeless romantic and he is crazy about her (probably even before he wants to admit it)
Before their first offical date, tragedy happens but yet she ends up having his children. Without sharing too much, a period of time happens between the birth of the children and him knowing about the kids and he wants to make up for lost time. Just when they think they are in the clear for their happily ever after, something tries to tear them apart...
Thoughts:
It was a good read! I have been in a slump lately and this book had me hooked from the beginning. It is easy to follow and the author keeps you engaged throughout the entire book!
There is a few spicy scenes as well for my smut lovers!
Before their first offical date, tragedy happens but yet she ends up having his children. Without sharing too much, a period of time happens between the birth of the children and him knowing about the kids and he wants to make up for lost time. Just when they think they are in the clear for their happily ever after, something tries to tear them apart...
Thoughts:
It was a good read! I have been in a slump lately and this book had me hooked from the beginning. It is easy to follow and the author keeps you engaged throughout the entire book!
There is a few spicy scenes as well for my smut lovers!
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October 21, 2024
Super cute
I enjoyed reading about Evies life adventures.
Great writing. Great story
I enjoyed reading about Evies life adventures.
Great writing. Great story
October 19, 2024
This is the cutest book ever!!! Starts off awe which leads to ugh to omg gonna punch someone in the face to awe yes! To omg yes!!! Sorry I’m all over the place but it was beautiful and amazing and I would like more please?!
October 25, 2024
Have you ever picked up a book thinking it would go one way than it totally goes the opposite? That was this book.
Warning: Review will contain spoilers!
When I read the blurb, I thought it would be a sweet story of a marriage of connivence gone wrong.
I was partially right, but SO wrong at the same time.
When I read the line ‘… did you just ask me to marry your unconscious son and be artificially inseminated so that he has an heir?’, I knew I was in for an adventure.
Alex, CEO billionaire, was adamant not to take a wife. Lexi, macaron expert and hopeless romantic, loves the simplicities in life. However, every weekend, Alex would stop in an order the same order of macarons and to check out Lexi. Finally, Alex had the courage to ask Lexi out and that’s about where the book stops being predictable.
What happens next is an epic adventure for the reader. From artificial insemination, new identify, crazy ex-lovers to a fairy tale ending, I can honestly say that I was hooked from the start to the end of the book.
However, I did feel it a bit rushed, especially the beginning of the book. I found that the FMC made the decisions at the start extremely spontaneous (they were literally life changing decisions). Honestly, when does decisions backfired, I can’t say that I felt sympathy towards the FMC. Just the same, the MMC also rushed his decisions when he found out what Lexi did. I also wished he did more grovelling to win the FMC.
Overall, the action did not stop from the start to the end of the book. Some parts felt more rushed than others, but in the end, I am happy that Alex and Lexi found their HEA. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, second chance, story, this is for you!
Thank you to Brianna and her team for the eArc.
Warning: Review will contain spoilers!
When I read the blurb, I thought it would be a sweet story of a marriage of connivence gone wrong.
I was partially right, but SO wrong at the same time.
When I read the line ‘… did you just ask me to marry your unconscious son and be artificially inseminated so that he has an heir?’, I knew I was in for an adventure.
Alex, CEO billionaire, was adamant not to take a wife. Lexi, macaron expert and hopeless romantic, loves the simplicities in life. However, every weekend, Alex would stop in an order the same order of macarons and to check out Lexi. Finally, Alex had the courage to ask Lexi out and that’s about where the book stops being predictable.
What happens next is an epic adventure for the reader. From artificial insemination, new identify, crazy ex-lovers to a fairy tale ending, I can honestly say that I was hooked from the start to the end of the book.
However, I did feel it a bit rushed, especially the beginning of the book. I found that the FMC made the decisions at the start extremely spontaneous (they were literally life changing decisions). Honestly, when does decisions backfired, I can’t say that I felt sympathy towards the FMC. Just the same, the MMC also rushed his decisions when he found out what Lexi did. I also wished he did more grovelling to win the FMC.
Overall, the action did not stop from the start to the end of the book. Some parts felt more rushed than others, but in the end, I am happy that Alex and Lexi found their HEA. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, second chance, story, this is for you!
Thank you to Brianna and her team for the eArc.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 23, 2024
A Sweet Arrangement
I fell in love with this sweet story and Evie's quaint bakery and with the sweet romance that blossomed between her and Alex, CEO of PetroVista. But when tragedy struck, my heart broke for them. I rooted for them through every twist and turn.
Reading Evie and Alex's story, I loved that the author showed true love requires courage, forgiveness, and resilience. She took me on a journey that taught me that even in darkness, hope and redemption are possible.
Beautifully written story with second chances, trauma, family and pets ! It has some spice and suspense and kidnapping.
I give it 5/5
I fell in love with this sweet story and Evie's quaint bakery and with the sweet romance that blossomed between her and Alex, CEO of PetroVista. But when tragedy struck, my heart broke for them. I rooted for them through every twist and turn.
Reading Evie and Alex's story, I loved that the author showed true love requires courage, forgiveness, and resilience. She took me on a journey that taught me that even in darkness, hope and redemption are possible.
Beautifully written story with second chances, trauma, family and pets ! It has some spice and suspense and kidnapping.
I give it 5/5
October 22, 2024
A Sweet Arrangement is a fast-paced, emotional, and action-packed story. I thought the characters had great chemistry with a lot of drama. Evie and Alex are the cutest crushes ever. Macie is a great friend of Evie's. I really enjoyed the story line with friends, action, drama, and broken hearts. I really thought the overall outcome was great. Also, some of the action I did not expect who was exactly behind it. So, this story has a little mystery too. Overall, this was a cute, love story.
I received this as an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.
I received this as an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.
October 23, 2024
I loved this book and read it in one day because I couldn't put it down! The story begins with our main characters capturing our hearts, then suddenly takes an unexpected turn, making us question our initial affection for the male main character. As we continue to follow their journey, danger looms ahead, and our protagonists must set aside their differences to protect what they hold dear. Perhaps, they will even have a chance to rekindle their relationship.
October 23, 2024
This was a super cute book! I loved the idea and the plot. The only thing was it was a bit rushed. I feel like it could have been spaced out a little more. And the idea to go into the arranged marriage and insemination process wasn’t thought on as deeply for such a huge life changing decision.
Overall it was a great and quick read. And I really enjoyed it. This author has a lot of potential
Overall it was a great and quick read. And I really enjoyed it. This author has a lot of potential
October 24, 2024
"A Sweet Arrangement" by Brianna Rusler was a heartwarming book that was hard to put down. This is well written and makes you want to keep reading.
Evie owns her own bakery and looks forward to one special customer coming in. Alex loves to visit the bakery and likes the baker not just the treats. When tragedy strikes Evie will do what she can help protect Alex. As time moves forward Evie and Alex go separate ways. As Alex realizes what he has lost he will do whatever he can to get it back.
Highly recommend this book!
Evie owns her own bakery and looks forward to one special customer coming in. Alex loves to visit the bakery and likes the baker not just the treats. When tragedy strikes Evie will do what she can help protect Alex. As time moves forward Evie and Alex go separate ways. As Alex realizes what he has lost he will do whatever he can to get it back.
Highly recommend this book!
October 25, 2024
Another great read from Brianna Rusler. This is a cute romantic story with just the right amount of suspense. I fell in love with the characters from the start. Evie is a bakery owner with Alex being her favourite regular customer. Alex finally got the courage to ask her out when tragedy hit and everything went sideways for the two of them. This is a quick paced read, full of twists to keep you turning the page. I couldn't put it down.
October 24, 2024
This book showed me that forgiveness and time could be the best thing for everyone!
The book started off making me so mad at Alex but I was so glad he woke up to himself and that Evie was able to forgive him! Throughout the whole book I was just hoping Evie would get her happy ending and every turn/twist had me more and more anxious!!!!
I was happy to read Evie was growing as a character but also a little confused as to how quick she was to forgive, overall the book ended how I wanted it too.
The book started off making me so mad at Alex but I was so glad he woke up to himself and that Evie was able to forgive him! Throughout the whole book I was just hoping Evie would get her happy ending and every turn/twist had me more and more anxious!!!!
I was happy to read Evie was growing as a character but also a little confused as to how quick she was to forgive, overall the book ended how I wanted it too.
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October 20, 2024
It’s not often that a book can successfully pull at my heartstrings, yet here we are! I loved A Sweet Arrangement by Brianna Rusler. The way i yelled way too many times. 😩 I love when a book can make me want to throttle the characters.
October 21, 2024
Super cute and emotional story. It was a quick read but gripping at the same time
October 24, 2024
Such a quaint story background and the main characters Evie and Alex are captured so beautifully. It was a delight to read and see them embrace who they are themselves but also each other. Witty and well written I look forward to a sequel
October 24, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/🌶️🌶️
ARC review
A unique twist on the arranged marriage trope, fast paced with some good angst, spice and suspense that all wraps up with a sweet happily ever after. 🥰
ARC review
A unique twist on the arranged marriage trope, fast paced with some good angst, spice and suspense that all wraps up with a sweet happily ever after. 🥰
October 24, 2024
Wow! This book had me all over the place emotionally. It started off so happy and sweet, and then I was like wait, how can the author do this. Then I was mad and hated the MMC’s guts lol. And then back to happy again. It had a great storyline with some surprising twists and turns that really made it interesting. I fell in love with Evie and Alex and their story. Everything about this book was great, and I think you will really enjoy it too!
October 27, 2024
A Sweet Arrangement was so cute! I loved watching the story between Evie and Alex unfold. There were parts that shocked me, and the end was a roller coaster of emotions. I enjoyed it. :)
October 31, 2024
I am slowly falling in love with sweet contemporary romances. They are a refreshing change from everything else that I normally read.
A Sweet Arrangement. This book has a lovely simple concept. A nobody girl gets involved with this rich and powerful man. She's a hopeless romantic, and he's crazy about her. I think he was crazy about her even before he finally admits it.
Sadly there is a tragedy before they get the chance to have their first the official date.He end up in a coma she ends up agreeing to beings artificially inseminated and having his kids while he is still in a coma He then wakes up. He does a lot of things between them getting together and her having his kids, then more happens, and he realizes he made a mistake and wants to make up for lost time. And just when they think they can have their happily ever after, something else happens and....
Overall, it was a really great read. I loved it. This book did keep me entertained. It is easy to follow, which I liked as I tend to read two or three books at the same time, so reading too many books that have complicated storylines and plots can get confusing honestly. Brianna does keep you engaged, which is nice.
For our lovers of spice, of which I am one, to my husbands chagrin, there are a few in this book which is nice. I am always looking for spicy scenes, and I enjoyed the ones that were in this book.
A Sweet Arrangement. This book has a lovely simple concept. A nobody girl gets involved with this rich and powerful man. She's a hopeless romantic, and he's crazy about her. I think he was crazy about her even before he finally admits it.
Sadly there is a tragedy before they get the chance to have their first the official date.He end up in a coma she ends up agreeing to beings artificially inseminated and having his kids while he is still in a coma He then wakes up. He does a lot of things between them getting together and her having his kids, then more happens, and he realizes he made a mistake and wants to make up for lost time. And just when they think they can have their happily ever after, something else happens and....
Overall, it was a really great read. I loved it. This book did keep me entertained. It is easy to follow, which I liked as I tend to read two or three books at the same time, so reading too many books that have complicated storylines and plots can get confusing honestly. Brianna does keep you engaged, which is nice.
For our lovers of spice, of which I am one, to my husbands chagrin, there are a few in this book which is nice. I am always looking for spicy scenes, and I enjoyed the ones that were in this book.
October 31, 2024
Holy cow! What an amazing book! There were so many emotions this book had me feeling! I was happy, anxious, sad, angry (so so so angry), then so sad again, then happy, then scared, then elated! The FMC and MMC start off in a cute little bond then a tragedy happens. Whenever the MMC comes back into the story he turns into a raging butthole which made me absolutely HATE HIM for a little part of the book. The FMC was a strong woman who did whatever she needed to, to keep herself and her babies alive. What an incredible story! I could not put this down and with the reading time of about 6 hours. It was so so good!
November 1, 2024
This was such a cute read.
Evie owns a pastry shop, Alex is a regular. Before they could have a official first date Alex is in a car accident and goes into a coma. Upon waking up Alex discovers that his father married Evie and Alex and had her inseminated so he could have an heir. He drives Evie away later finding out she had his children. Tries to win her back to have his family together.
Loved The way Owen was quick to step in and help Evie escape. He was a real friend to her when she felt like she had no one.
Evie owns a pastry shop, Alex is a regular. Before they could have a official first date Alex is in a car accident and goes into a coma. Upon waking up Alex discovers that his father married Evie and Alex and had her inseminated so he could have an heir. He drives Evie away later finding out she had his children. Tries to win her back to have his family together.
Loved The way Owen was quick to step in and help Evie escape. He was a real friend to her when she felt like she had no one.
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November 1, 2024
This book was unique offering the reader a look into what happens when you are given a unique opportunity and you simply want to help someone you cared about. But what happens when you thought you’re helping the man you care about sees it differently making you feel horrible? I loved the arrangement she presented with as I have never read anything like that before. The journey Alex and Evie go through is so heartfelt and filled with love, hatred, hope, and confusion. All emotions in one book made it an amazing little reads
November 6, 2024
Absolutely love this
I have read every book she has on Amazon so far and I love them all so if you haven’t read any of her books i highly suggest you do she’s an amazing writer
I have read every book she has on Amazon so far and I love them all so if you haven’t read any of her books i highly suggest you do she’s an amazing writer
May 4, 2025
i wanted to punch Alex in the throat several times and maybe kick him in the shins once or twice.
i loved the different personalities of the twins and how everyone supported evie from the beginning. she really did deserve so much better.
definitely a cute read
i loved the different personalities of the twins and how everyone supported evie from the beginning. she really did deserve so much better.
definitely a cute read
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August 11, 2025
Such a cute story! I read it in one day cuz I couldn’t put it down!
October 30, 2024
A Sweet Arrangement is a good, cute, fast-paced, second chance romance story.
Evie and Alex both have crushes on each other, and when they finally agree to go on a date, tragedy struck. Evie does what she thinks is best for Alex, and it backfires. It was a heartbreaking journey, and I was rooting for them to get a HEA.
I did want to smack Alex there for a bit, but he redeemed himself. Lots of twists and turns and adorable furry friends🐕🐈
I honestly didn't know how this story was going to play out, but I'm happy with the ending and hope we get more!
Evie and Alex both have crushes on each other, and when they finally agree to go on a date, tragedy struck. Evie does what she thinks is best for Alex, and it backfires. It was a heartbreaking journey, and I was rooting for them to get a HEA.
I did want to smack Alex there for a bit, but he redeemed himself. Lots of twists and turns and adorable furry friends🐕🐈
I honestly didn't know how this story was going to play out, but I'm happy with the ending and hope we get more!
November 9, 2024
This book had me feeling all kinds of emotions. It was cute and sweet and then very quickly became a bit dark. I adored the characters, and I'm glad Alex realized he messed up! While I normally don't enjoy the sweet romance, I think this one had just the right amount of dark to make me really enjoy it. While I had an idea about the accident, I didn't think the ex was involved. That was definitely a twist. I'm glad they got what was coming to them! I also love how Owen and Macie ended up together!
Brianna is a great writer, and I look forward to reading more from her!
Brianna is a great writer, and I look forward to reading more from her!
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November 1, 2024
This was such a cute book! It moves at a quick pace, with a little bit of spice, some suspense, and managed to end in a happily ever after for Evie and Alex. I especially enjoyed the pets. Not a lot of authors included them and it always adds a real touch for me.
November 1, 2024
I absolutely love Eve!!!! Alex and eve thought they would have a magical evening out only to be ruined by a bad accident. Eve does what anyone would do and saves him along with his friend. But will that be enough when he wakes up? I loved the mystery in this book!
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