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The Bennett Family #1-3
Irresistible, Captivating, Forever: The Bennett Series, Books 1-3
Your Irresistible Love
My new client is trouble. From the moment I step into his office, he makes it clear that he wants me. I am the marketing consultant for his jewelry empire. Daydreaming about the hot CEO is definitely not on my to-do list. Neither is doing said CEO.
But he breaks down all my defenses, until I'm ready to break all the rules for him, and I discover that it's all more fun if it's forbidden. But what happens when we get caught?
Your Captivating Love
I'm finally pursuing my opening my own clothing shop. After working so hard to get here, I need to concentrate on my new business, and can't afford distractions. Not even if they come in the form of Logan Bennett. I didn't know that bossy, determined men were my thing until he kisses me, making me want to risk everything for him.
Your Forever Love
I know I should stay away from Eric Callahan. If my messy divorce is any indication, I'd be better off forgetting that men exist. But Eric is impossible to ignore. He has a body made for sin and a sense of humor that matches mine. And seeing how adorable is with his daughter melts my walls (and panties). But how can I let him in, especially when he's leaving town so soon?
My new client is trouble. From the moment I step into his office, he makes it clear that he wants me. I am the marketing consultant for his jewelry empire. Daydreaming about the hot CEO is definitely not on my to-do list. Neither is doing said CEO.
But he breaks down all my defenses, until I'm ready to break all the rules for him, and I discover that it's all more fun if it's forbidden. But what happens when we get caught?
Your Captivating Love
I'm finally pursuing my opening my own clothing shop. After working so hard to get here, I need to concentrate on my new business, and can't afford distractions. Not even if they come in the form of Logan Bennett. I didn't know that bossy, determined men were my thing until he kisses me, making me want to risk everything for him.
Your Forever Love
I know I should stay away from Eric Callahan. If my messy divorce is any indication, I'd be better off forgetting that men exist. But Eric is impossible to ignore. He has a body made for sin and a sense of humor that matches mine. And seeing how adorable is with his daughter melts my walls (and panties). But how can I let him in, especially when he's leaving town so soon?
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Layla Hagen
75 books4,648 followersWelcome! My name is Layla Hagen and I am a Contemporary Romance author.
I fell in love with books when I was nine years old, and my love affair with stories continues even now, many years later.
I write romantic stories and can’t wait to share them with the world.
And I drink coffee. Lots of it, in case the photo didn’t make it obvious enough ;)
I fell in love with books when I was nine years old, and my love affair with stories continues even now, many years later.
I write romantic stories and can’t wait to share them with the world.
And I drink coffee. Lots of it, in case the photo didn’t make it obvious enough ;)
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April 19, 2019
Layla Hagen is one of my go-to authors for the sexy and sweet romance and I am firmly enamored with her series featuring the large and highly successfully Bennett family. I want to be an adopted Bennett… Ms. Hagen’s characters tend to be smart, clever, hard-working, and endearingly flawed. I am always entertained by her lushly descriptive writing, whether she is detailing a room, personality, appearance, or personal history. Her creative sensual love scenes often leave me gasping and chartreuse with envy. More, please!
May 10, 2019
You can't read just one Bennett Family book and that's what makes this box set such a great deal. I feel in love with the Bennett Family when I read the first book and then couldn't wait to read about the rest of them. They are such good stories, a very loyal and loving family. I recommend them all, one Bennett is never enough. :)
July 31, 2020
Your Irresistible Love
Welcome to the Bennett family. Meeting them gives the sense of being an "adopted" Bennett. Such a down to earth family with so many siblings. Awesome. This is the story of the oldest son, Sebastian.
Sebastian is a self made billionaire in the jewellery business. He is the CEO of the company with some of his siblings in supportive roles. He is not like many others in this position. He is very family orientated and he doesn't forget where he came from and how he got to where he is now.
Ava is a consultant for a reputable company and she is assigned to the Bennett for the next collection launch. When she walks in the office for the first time, she is pleasantly surprised. Sebastian and his brother Logan were in one of their banters. Both well built and incredibly good looking but it's Sebastian who makes her heart flutter. Sebastian has long given up on having relationships as most women look at the size of his wallet instead of him as a person. Ava stirs something in him and he sets out to find the reason why. He is persistent!
The more they interact, the stronger the attraction. Nothing can really come out of getting involved as Ava works under a strict no "fraternisation with clients rule". Doing so will cost her the job that she has worked so hard for. Besides, she is very independent and has her own plans on how she wants to settle down. Her past relationships have her left with little or no faith in men. Will they take a chance and throw cautions to the wind and see where a relationship might take them?
I fell in love with Sebastian and Ava as well as the rest of the Bennetts. This story is full of fun and laughter, uncertainties and insecurities. More importantly, love and loyalty. This is not the first book which I have read by this author and she manages once again to pull at my heart strings. I would fully recommend this book to other readers. Believe me the Bennett family is worth meeting. I await with bated breath for the next story, which I gather will be about Logan. Quite the lovable character!
Your Captivating Love
This second book in the Bennett Family series is just as enticing as the first one.
Logan is CFO in the family multi billion business. He is no longer looking for a relationship since his last one didn't end well. He concentrates on the business and his close knitted family instead.
Nadine is a cloth designer and is looking to open a shop to make a name for herself. She is very close to realising her dream but has to make sacrifices to get there.
Logan's sister Pippa thinks that it's about time for Logan to settle down. She is on a matchmaking mission. Logan is not at happy about his sister's "meddling". He is quite capable of finding his own woman. Thank you very much! When Logan meets Nadine for the first time, it's instant attraction. Since neither of them wants to commit, they agree to go on a date and take it slow. In the meantime Nadine's priority is getting her business off the ground but it's not that easy as she encounters various obstacles. She has always fended for herself and is not prepared to accept help from anyone. Logan is itching to help but will he drive her away if he does?
This story is fun and addictive. It's got love and laughter. Hot sex. Family loyalty is at the forefront. Getting to know the Bennett Family is a real joy! I would recommend this series to all readers.
Your Forever Love
The first two books in this series were outstanding and this one is no different. Reading about the Bennett family is addictive.
Eric is a powerful businessman and a lone parent. His daughter, Julie is the apple of his eyes and he intends be a "monk" until she is at least eighteen.
Pippa is a designer for Bennett Enterprises. She is divorced and has been out of the dating scene for quite a while due to the way her relationship ended. She is happy playing matchmaker to her siblings and little does she know that she is about to get a dose of her own medicine.
Eric is from Boston and is now in San Francisco to take care of a business expansion. He is friendly with Max, Pippa's brother and when they are introduced at Sebastian's wedding, something clicks between them. Julie's ambition is to become a designer. She hero worships Pippa who offers to give her some tips. Pippa and Eric are only too aware that this means seeing each other more often than they would like. This could prove to be dangerous since the attraction between them is not so easy to ignore and neither of them is ready to commit. Besides, Eric has to go back to Boston once his new venture is off the ground. The whole situation screams hearbreak, something both of them are trying to avoid.
The flirting between Eric and Pippa is good fun until they can no longer resist their attraction to each other. They make the most of the time that they have together but the fact that this romance has an expiry date is always at the back of their minds. Will they be able to walk away when the time comes?
This story is full of fun, laughter, love, heartaches and surprises. The way the Bennetts support each other is admirable. Julie is a lovable character who plays an important role throughout this novel. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this compelling story and look forward to reading the next one.
I received an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Welcome to the Bennett family. Meeting them gives the sense of being an "adopted" Bennett. Such a down to earth family with so many siblings. Awesome. This is the story of the oldest son, Sebastian.
Sebastian is a self made billionaire in the jewellery business. He is the CEO of the company with some of his siblings in supportive roles. He is not like many others in this position. He is very family orientated and he doesn't forget where he came from and how he got to where he is now.
Ava is a consultant for a reputable company and she is assigned to the Bennett for the next collection launch. When she walks in the office for the first time, she is pleasantly surprised. Sebastian and his brother Logan were in one of their banters. Both well built and incredibly good looking but it's Sebastian who makes her heart flutter. Sebastian has long given up on having relationships as most women look at the size of his wallet instead of him as a person. Ava stirs something in him and he sets out to find the reason why. He is persistent!
The more they interact, the stronger the attraction. Nothing can really come out of getting involved as Ava works under a strict no "fraternisation with clients rule". Doing so will cost her the job that she has worked so hard for. Besides, she is very independent and has her own plans on how she wants to settle down. Her past relationships have her left with little or no faith in men. Will they take a chance and throw cautions to the wind and see where a relationship might take them?
I fell in love with Sebastian and Ava as well as the rest of the Bennetts. This story is full of fun and laughter, uncertainties and insecurities. More importantly, love and loyalty. This is not the first book which I have read by this author and she manages once again to pull at my heart strings. I would fully recommend this book to other readers. Believe me the Bennett family is worth meeting. I await with bated breath for the next story, which I gather will be about Logan. Quite the lovable character!
Your Captivating Love
This second book in the Bennett Family series is just as enticing as the first one.
Logan is CFO in the family multi billion business. He is no longer looking for a relationship since his last one didn't end well. He concentrates on the business and his close knitted family instead.
Nadine is a cloth designer and is looking to open a shop to make a name for herself. She is very close to realising her dream but has to make sacrifices to get there.
Logan's sister Pippa thinks that it's about time for Logan to settle down. She is on a matchmaking mission. Logan is not at happy about his sister's "meddling". He is quite capable of finding his own woman. Thank you very much! When Logan meets Nadine for the first time, it's instant attraction. Since neither of them wants to commit, they agree to go on a date and take it slow. In the meantime Nadine's priority is getting her business off the ground but it's not that easy as she encounters various obstacles. She has always fended for herself and is not prepared to accept help from anyone. Logan is itching to help but will he drive her away if he does?
This story is fun and addictive. It's got love and laughter. Hot sex. Family loyalty is at the forefront. Getting to know the Bennett Family is a real joy! I would recommend this series to all readers.
Your Forever Love
The first two books in this series were outstanding and this one is no different. Reading about the Bennett family is addictive.
Eric is a powerful businessman and a lone parent. His daughter, Julie is the apple of his eyes and he intends be a "monk" until she is at least eighteen.
Pippa is a designer for Bennett Enterprises. She is divorced and has been out of the dating scene for quite a while due to the way her relationship ended. She is happy playing matchmaker to her siblings and little does she know that she is about to get a dose of her own medicine.
Eric is from Boston and is now in San Francisco to take care of a business expansion. He is friendly with Max, Pippa's brother and when they are introduced at Sebastian's wedding, something clicks between them. Julie's ambition is to become a designer. She hero worships Pippa who offers to give her some tips. Pippa and Eric are only too aware that this means seeing each other more often than they would like. This could prove to be dangerous since the attraction between them is not so easy to ignore and neither of them is ready to commit. Besides, Eric has to go back to Boston once his new venture is off the ground. The whole situation screams hearbreak, something both of them are trying to avoid.
The flirting between Eric and Pippa is good fun until they can no longer resist their attraction to each other. They make the most of the time that they have together but the fact that this romance has an expiry date is always at the back of their minds. Will they be able to walk away when the time comes?
This story is full of fun, laughter, love, heartaches and surprises. The way the Bennetts support each other is admirable. Julie is a lovable character who plays an important role throughout this novel. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this compelling story and look forward to reading the next one.
I received an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
April 16, 2019
Your Irresistible Love - This was a fabulous read. The characters were real people. I could not put the book down and enjoyed not only the romance but the laughter too. I so want to be part of the Bennett family. Can't wait to read about the next brother as well as the rest of the siblings as they find true love.
Your Captivating Love - Layla Hagen does it again. The story of Logan and Nadine is filled with sweet inspirational love and wonderful humor. The Bennett Family saga is a joy to read and I loved the second installment as much as the first. Cannot wait to read about the other siblings in the next books. Great read!!
Your Forever Love - Wonderful continuation of the Bennett family story. Pippa and Eric are adorable characters that you cannot help falling in love with. The story made me laugh out loud and sigh deeply. A great read. I cannot wait for the next installment.
Your Captivating Love - Layla Hagen does it again. The story of Logan and Nadine is filled with sweet inspirational love and wonderful humor. The Bennett Family saga is a joy to read and I loved the second installment as much as the first. Cannot wait to read about the other siblings in the next books. Great read!!
Your Forever Love - Wonderful continuation of the Bennett family story. Pippa and Eric are adorable characters that you cannot help falling in love with. The story made me laugh out loud and sigh deeply. A great read. I cannot wait for the next installment.
July 31, 2020
I have to start by saying that Layla Hagen is one of my all-time favorite authors and I’ve loved every book of hers that I’ve read. This is a fabulous set containing the first three Bennett Family stories. Grab your copy and see if you don’t want to be an adopted Bennett, when you finish reading, lol. If you enjoy engaging family stories, you won’t be sorry you grabbed this set. I’ve purchased each of these books individually and this is my own honest opinion. If you don’t enjoy reading about sexy times or loving families these probably aren’t the books for you.
August 28, 2021
The author had a hard time making the characters sound and act believable. The phrases and wording were choppy and/or not used in the right context. The dialogue was very formal which wouldn't be the case in this novel. Is she British maybe?? Also, who says "pubic bone" during sexy times??!! The story was very predictable.
January 29, 2021
Bennett Family Love Stories
This is the boxset Books 1-3 about Sebastian, Logan & Pippa Bennett. They each have their own book about their work lives, their 8 other siblings & their romantic experiences. The Bennetts are quite a Family! Getting read to read the next Bowser 4-6!
This is the boxset Books 1-3 about Sebastian, Logan & Pippa Bennett. They each have their own book about their work lives, their 8 other siblings & their romantic experiences. The Bennetts are quite a Family! Getting read to read the next Bowser 4-6!
August 21, 2021
Escapism at its finest!
I really enjoyed this series, I am a sucker for HEAs so I loved all the leading men. How sweet to include a different slant on the H in the last book. Great characters in all 3 books.
I really enjoyed this series, I am a sucker for HEAs so I loved all the leading men. How sweet to include a different slant on the H in the last book. Great characters in all 3 books.
July 8, 2022
Absolutely riveting!
I loved this box set. Couldn't wait to get to my reading time each day. The stories were fun and exciting, the players were relatable. The flow of the stories kept me reading into the night just so I would know what happened next. Great job Layla.
I loved this box set. Couldn't wait to get to my reading time each day. The stories were fun and exciting, the players were relatable. The flow of the stories kept me reading into the night just so I would know what happened next. Great job Layla.
February 25, 2025
DNF’d on the 3rd book. Tired of these stories that these couples don’t want a relationship or anything serious but treat each other like kings & queens, better than most real couples but “not expect the other person to catch feelings or fall in love”. Bc they have no intention of continuing.
November 7, 2019
Great series
April 16, 2021
This series is a must read..... for people who loves family
March 7, 2023
Totally a fast guilty pleasure read — who doesn’t love fashion, dating all over SF… just fun and fast
January 5, 2025
Each book is equally heartwarming, sweet and highly entertaining. I enjoyed going on each journey with the Bennett siblings finding their forever love. Great series.
July 15, 2025
Sebastian, Logan, and Pippa
The first three of nine (hope I make it) siblings. I am not too impressed right now, hoping I find one to redeem the entire series.
The first three of nine (hope I make it) siblings. I am not too impressed right now, hoping I find one to redeem the entire series.
December 8, 2025
Please see individual stories for review.
April 16, 2019
What a wonderful series. Each of the Bennett siblings provides a fabulous romance while we get to know the whole family.
Your Irresistible Love: Well hello Bennett family. Layla Hagen has given us a wonderful cast of characters that has me excited for each of the family member’s stories. Sebastian Bennett leads off the tales; he has built a jewelry empire out of the need to make sure his family is taken care of. Growing up, their family didn’t have much so he made it his mission to become a success and ensure that his family wouldn’t want for anything. Along the way, he put work ahead of love and now all the women he dates are more interested in his bank account than him. Ava is brought into Bennett Enterprises to launch the next jewelry line with a fresh perspective. Ava is excited about her new assignment but she never expected Sebastian Bennett to light her fire. Ava isn’t allowed to date anyone she is working for; will she be able to keep her distance from Sebastian? Sebastian is challenged by Ava, which surprises him as she treats him like any other person. Will Sebastian be willing to let love into his life? Is Ava willing to risk her career to find true happiness? Loved every moment of Sebastian and Ava’s journey, as well as meeting the entire Bennett family, Layla has definitely set the tone for an incredible series. I appreciate the great chemistry and banter that made me feel like they were my friends.
Your Captivating Love: Nadine is a fighter and a survivor. Her whole life, she has been the one taking care of everyone else while finding ways to do what she needs on her own. Logan Bennett tests these beliefs and boundaries since he is the one in his family that makes sure everyone is cared for and he is captivated by Nadine so naturally wants to care for her. Will these two strong-willed individuals find a way to meet in the middle? I loved how Nadine really stuck to her guns and who she is, not giving in to Logan. He really has to work to find a way to help her. There connection as a couple is fabulous since they have a lot in common, both are driven, care-givers that know what they want. We also get to experience the entire Bennett family, getting more insight into their family along with who might be in the matchmaker cross-hairs next. What a fabulous series to get carried away with.
Your Forever Love: I want Pippa to be my friend. She is a lot of the glue in the Bennett family, she is also the matchmaker of the bunch but in this story, her siblings turn the tables on her. Pippa is an amazing business woman but her first husband really did a number on her and left her emotionally scarred, believing she’s not worthy or ever going to find love. When Eric Callahan comes to San Francisco to expand his business, his daughter Julie becomes the catalyst to put him directly in Pippa’s path. Julie is an aspiring jewelry designer so Pippa offers to help coach her before she starts a design class. Eric is jaded, he lost his wife in a car accident that almost took Julie too. He’s focused solely on Julie and giving her the best life possible so connecting with Pippa isn’t on his radar but he can’t seem to get her out of his mind. There is great chemistry between Pippa and Eric with Julie providing a great foil to them both with Pippa’s siblings assisting to get these two together. But can they get past their baggage and open their hearts to love again and possibly being hurt? I love the Bennett family and Layla Hagen has a fabulous writing style that makes me feel like I’m living the tale and that these characters could be my friends. A wonderful balance of love, humor with just the right amount of sexiness and drama to keep me turning the page.
Your Irresistible Love: Well hello Bennett family. Layla Hagen has given us a wonderful cast of characters that has me excited for each of the family member’s stories. Sebastian Bennett leads off the tales; he has built a jewelry empire out of the need to make sure his family is taken care of. Growing up, their family didn’t have much so he made it his mission to become a success and ensure that his family wouldn’t want for anything. Along the way, he put work ahead of love and now all the women he dates are more interested in his bank account than him. Ava is brought into Bennett Enterprises to launch the next jewelry line with a fresh perspective. Ava is excited about her new assignment but she never expected Sebastian Bennett to light her fire. Ava isn’t allowed to date anyone she is working for; will she be able to keep her distance from Sebastian? Sebastian is challenged by Ava, which surprises him as she treats him like any other person. Will Sebastian be willing to let love into his life? Is Ava willing to risk her career to find true happiness? Loved every moment of Sebastian and Ava’s journey, as well as meeting the entire Bennett family, Layla has definitely set the tone for an incredible series. I appreciate the great chemistry and banter that made me feel like they were my friends.
Your Captivating Love: Nadine is a fighter and a survivor. Her whole life, she has been the one taking care of everyone else while finding ways to do what she needs on her own. Logan Bennett tests these beliefs and boundaries since he is the one in his family that makes sure everyone is cared for and he is captivated by Nadine so naturally wants to care for her. Will these two strong-willed individuals find a way to meet in the middle? I loved how Nadine really stuck to her guns and who she is, not giving in to Logan. He really has to work to find a way to help her. There connection as a couple is fabulous since they have a lot in common, both are driven, care-givers that know what they want. We also get to experience the entire Bennett family, getting more insight into their family along with who might be in the matchmaker cross-hairs next. What a fabulous series to get carried away with.
Your Forever Love: I want Pippa to be my friend. She is a lot of the glue in the Bennett family, she is also the matchmaker of the bunch but in this story, her siblings turn the tables on her. Pippa is an amazing business woman but her first husband really did a number on her and left her emotionally scarred, believing she’s not worthy or ever going to find love. When Eric Callahan comes to San Francisco to expand his business, his daughter Julie becomes the catalyst to put him directly in Pippa’s path. Julie is an aspiring jewelry designer so Pippa offers to help coach her before she starts a design class. Eric is jaded, he lost his wife in a car accident that almost took Julie too. He’s focused solely on Julie and giving her the best life possible so connecting with Pippa isn’t on his radar but he can’t seem to get her out of his mind. There is great chemistry between Pippa and Eric with Julie providing a great foil to them both with Pippa’s siblings assisting to get these two together. But can they get past their baggage and open their hearts to love again and possibly being hurt? I love the Bennett family and Layla Hagen has a fabulous writing style that makes me feel like I’m living the tale and that these characters could be my friends. A wonderful balance of love, humor with just the right amount of sexiness and drama to keep me turning the page.
May 13, 2019
Please Ms. Hagen: keep on writing!
You may have seen my other reviews, but if you’ve enjoyed reading about the Landrys and the Gibsons by Adriana Locke and/or the Danvers and the Jacksons by Syndney Landon, there sjould be no absolute way that you can not not (wait, is that a double negative? Well 2 negatives make it positive so what I am trying to say is: you’ll LOVE) enjoy reading about the Bennetts and the Connors by Layla Hagen.
I am sooooooooo delighted I came across all 3 of these authors because when I finish all books by the author, I can continue on with the books of the other 2 authors.
Seriously, by teading all of the stories in this series, you’ll be pulled in as an honorary member of the Bennetts and how can you not want that?!
You may have seen my other reviews, but if you’ve enjoyed reading about the Landrys and the Gibsons by Adriana Locke and/or the Danvers and the Jacksons by Syndney Landon, there sjould be no absolute way that you can not not (wait, is that a double negative? Well 2 negatives make it positive so what I am trying to say is: you’ll LOVE) enjoy reading about the Bennetts and the Connors by Layla Hagen.
I am sooooooooo delighted I came across all 3 of these authors because when I finish all books by the author, I can continue on with the books of the other 2 authors.
Seriously, by teading all of the stories in this series, you’ll be pulled in as an honorary member of the Bennetts and how can you not want that?!
April 16, 2019
Love this series! Gave me butterflies, smiles, tears. Romantic, sweetness and sizzle. Great heroes and strong heroines. Every minute completely entertained me. Kept me turning pages as fast as I could!!! Must read!!
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