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The Bachelor’s Baby
What Lucy Albright misses most about her ex-husband is his daughter. Heartbroken at losing her relationship with the little girl, Lucy pours all her energy into her new business, Delectable Desserts. Until she house-sits for her parents and discovers her new neighbor is even more delectable than her brownies.Reclusive history professor Bryce Wellington just wants to be left alone to lick his wounds after being left at the altar. Then his ex-fiancée abandons a baby girl on his doorstep and claims she’s his. Desperate for help, Bryce calls his new neighbor, Lucy.As Lucy teaches Bryce the ropes of parenthood, he finds himself falling for her, but the last thing he needs is a woman as unpredictable and career driven as his ex-fiancée. He's a father now and he'd rather stay single than make another mistake. And in spite of Bryce being there for her every time she needs him, Lucy’s not about to lose her heart again to a man and a little girl who aren’t hers. But sometimes, taking a chance in life brings the sweetest rewards.
215 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 23, 2014
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June 15, 2016
Cute
I found the book to be very cute, sweet. I'm glad Bryce fell for Lucy and they both got the happiness they deserved.
I found the book to be very cute, sweet. I'm glad Bryce fell for Lucy and they both got the happiness they deserved.
December 31, 2020
A Sweet Romance
Lucy tries to welcome her parents’ new neighbor with some special brownies, but they do nothing to sweeten Mr. Grumpy’s disposition. Too bad since he’s drop dead gorgeous. Anyway, she’s sworn off men since her
heartbreaking marriage and divorce.
Bryce enjoys his solitude ever since his fiancé left him to pursue acting. The neighbor who stops by intrudes on that, especially since her beauty does something to his peace of mind. His tranquility is really blown when he finds a baby left on his doorstep courtesy of his ex. In a panic, he calls on the only person he can think of—Lucy. And so it begins...
Lucy tries to welcome her parents’ new neighbor with some special brownies, but they do nothing to sweeten Mr. Grumpy’s disposition. Too bad since he’s drop dead gorgeous. Anyway, she’s sworn off men since her
heartbreaking marriage and divorce.
Bryce enjoys his solitude ever since his fiancé left him to pursue acting. The neighbor who stops by intrudes on that, especially since her beauty does something to his peace of mind. His tranquility is really blown when he finds a baby left on his doorstep courtesy of his ex. In a panic, he calls on the only person he can think of—Lucy. And so it begins...
August 22, 2017
Ended up being a whirlwind. I don't like whirlwind romances.
March 24, 2016
The Bachelor’s Baby is by Marilyn Shank. It is a quick book to read and it is interesting. You wonder how he will do raising a child.
Bryce Wellington just moved into his house. He is a professor at the nearby college and enjoys a quiet life. He is not particularly social but does enjoy an occasional night out. He is definitely not looking for a woman and resents any woman trying to strike up a relationship. He is not particularly nice to Lucy Albright when she brings over some cookies as a welcome to the neighborhood. He is blunt and to the point but not unkind. However, it is enough to warrant Lucy recipe.
Lucy is staying at her parents’ home until they get back from their vacation. She is trying to start with her business, Delectable Desserts and get it situated before they return. As a token of friendship, which her parents would have done had they been home, she took a plate of brownies to him. After being rebuffed by him, she returns to her home glad she made the effort; but now she can ignore him.
When Lucy has problems with her van, Bryce steps in to help her out. They begin talking and decide they might be able to be friends. Later that evening, Bryce finds himself in a bind and calls Lucy to get her help. A former girlfriend left a baby on his porch- his little girl. Knowing nothing of babies, he calls Lucy for help. Lucy’s last boyfriend had a little girl and after they broke up, she hasn’t been allowed to see Isabel at all. Can she help Bryce without getting involved?
Bryce Wellington just moved into his house. He is a professor at the nearby college and enjoys a quiet life. He is not particularly social but does enjoy an occasional night out. He is definitely not looking for a woman and resents any woman trying to strike up a relationship. He is not particularly nice to Lucy Albright when she brings over some cookies as a welcome to the neighborhood. He is blunt and to the point but not unkind. However, it is enough to warrant Lucy recipe.
Lucy is staying at her parents’ home until they get back from their vacation. She is trying to start with her business, Delectable Desserts and get it situated before they return. As a token of friendship, which her parents would have done had they been home, she took a plate of brownies to him. After being rebuffed by him, she returns to her home glad she made the effort; but now she can ignore him.
When Lucy has problems with her van, Bryce steps in to help her out. They begin talking and decide they might be able to be friends. Later that evening, Bryce finds himself in a bind and calls Lucy to get her help. A former girlfriend left a baby on his porch- his little girl. Knowing nothing of babies, he calls Lucy for help. Lucy’s last boyfriend had a little girl and after they broke up, she hasn’t been allowed to see Isabel at all. Can she help Bryce without getting involved?
February 17, 2016
Tears and Laughter
A quick read, fun, heart wrenching, would make a cute chick flick. Or with your boyfriend, if you are persuasive enough.
I liked spunky Lucy, loved the girls. The expectations, the suppositions (usually wrong) of both Lucy and her professor. They maybe could have taken a communications class. But that is also what made the story fun.
Liked the writing, will read more of her books.
A quick read, fun, heart wrenching, would make a cute chick flick. Or with your boyfriend, if you are persuasive enough.
I liked spunky Lucy, loved the girls. The expectations, the suppositions (usually wrong) of both Lucy and her professor. They maybe could have taken a communications class. But that is also what made the story fun.
Liked the writing, will read more of her books.
October 5, 2015
Soul searching
I enjoyed this story it kept me turning pages until I finished the book. I liked the characters, each having their own problems and coming together to help each other.
I enjoyed this story it kept me turning pages until I finished the book. I liked the characters, each having their own problems and coming together to help each other.
June 4, 2016
This was another fun story by Marilyn Shanks. I liked how the main characters' relationship grew from total strangers to neighbours, to friends, to ...love. Interesting and unique storyline, mature writing style that flows at a nice, easy pace. A great novella to escape from reality.
June 6, 2016
What a fun read!
Bryce went from bachelor to father in an instant. Lucy was trying to recover from her marriage to a man with a daughter. They both had recovery issues. Since they were temporary neighbors, they agreed to help each other. A fast paced book with much humor.
Bryce went from bachelor to father in an instant. Lucy was trying to recover from her marriage to a man with a daughter. They both had recovery issues. Since they were temporary neighbors, they agreed to help each other. A fast paced book with much humor.
February 18, 2016
A baby in the mix.
I enjoyed reading The Bachelor's Baby very much. It is a sweet story. Trying to post this review has been a nightmare. Tablet jumps around.
I enjoyed reading The Bachelor's Baby very much. It is a sweet story. Trying to post this review has been a nightmare. Tablet jumps around.
February 23, 2016
Awe
a super sweet story - a series of unfortunate events that led to love!
:)
Just read it and see for yourself
a super sweet story - a series of unfortunate events that led to love!
:)
Just read it and see for yourself
February 28, 2016
Good Book
This was a good book. It just need a little spice. But, as an romance , it was good and wholesome.
This was a good book. It just need a little spice. But, as an romance , it was good and wholesome.
April 19, 2016
This was a cute chick lit story--one in about six in a row by this author I have read lately. These are more novella than novel length.
May 13, 2016
This was cute, but very tame, no sexy times in this one
May 17, 2016
Great book
really great storyline, funny and engaging characters. sweet love story and a happy ever after. really enjoyed reading this book. definitely recommending
really great storyline, funny and engaging characters. sweet love story and a happy ever after. really enjoyed reading this book. definitely recommending
June 26, 2016
A good read!
A very entertaining book and a quick read. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and could not put it down.
A very entertaining book and a quick read. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and could not put it down.
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