What do you think?
Blingwood Billionaires #1
Sorry. Not Sorry: Un roman comique romantique avec un père célibataire milliardaire et une différence d’âge. (Les Milliardaires de Blingwood - Version française t. 1)
Il est riche, séduisant, père célibataire qui prend un nouveau départ.
Elle est une femme ronde et vierge avec beaucoup à apprendre.
Ils vont découvrir que même les relations sans attaches peuvent devenir compliquées.
SKYLA
Tout a commencé par un petit accident de dépucelage.
Bon, en réalité c'était énorme, mais ne nous attardons pas sur les détails.
C'était un faux pas. Une omission involontaire.
Oups.
Fatiguée d'être enchaînée à ma virginité, je voulais juste un mec sexy et expérimenté pour m'initier.
Ce que j'ai obtenu, c'est un père célibataire ténébreux et séduisant en costume Armani qui a renoncé à l'amour.
Mise à part la bombe virginale, aucun de nous ne peut nier la chimie entre nous, alors nous décidons de garder les choses simples.
Pas d'attaches. Pas d'émotions. Pas de complications.
Alors pourquoi est-ce que je commence à avoir des sentiments pour ce milliardaire ?
DREW
Je suis un homme fortuné avec un seul objectif : élever ma fille correctement.
L'amour ? Pas au menu.
L'engagement ? Non merci.
Jusqu'à ce que je la voie – Skyla Manning.
C'est l'employée pleine de tempérament de mon frère, qui a douze ans de moins que moi.
Pas de mal à avoir une aventure sans lendemain pour assouvir nos envies respectives, n'est-ce pas ? Erreur.
Elle ne m'avait pas dit qu'elle était vierge, et je suis furieux qu'elle ait gaspillé quelque chose d'aussi précieux pour un connard comme moi.
Mon ego, en revanche, est trop occupé à faire des cabrioles pour rester loin de ses courbes délectables.
Elle est déterminée à briser les murs que j'ai construits autour de mon cœur, mais un salaud au cœur froid comme moi ne mérite pas une seconde chance, n'est-ce pas ?
DÉSOLÉE. PAS DÉSOLÉE est une comédie romantique feel good pour les fans du héros milliardaire. Elle présente une fin très heureuse et aucune infidélité.
SKYLA
Tout a commencé par un petit accident de dépucelage.
Bon, en réalité c'était énorme, mais ne nous attardons pas sur les détails.
C'était un faux pas. Une omission involontaire.
Oups.
Fatiguée d'être enchaînée à ma virginité, je voulais juste un mec sexy et expérimenté pour m'initier.
Ce que j'ai obtenu, c'est un père célibataire ténébreux et séduisant en costume Armani qui a renoncé à l'amour.
Mise à part la bombe virginale, aucun de nous ne peut nier la chimie entre nous, alors nous décidons de garder les choses simples.
Pas d'attaches. Pas d'émotions. Pas de complications.
Alors pourquoi est-ce que je commence à avoir des sentiments pour ce milliardaire ?
DREW
Je suis un homme fortuné avec un seul objectif : élever ma fille correctement.
L'amour ? Pas au menu.
L'engagement ? Non merci.
Jusqu'à ce que je la voie – Skyla Manning.
C'est l'employée pleine de tempérament de mon frère, qui a douze ans de moins que moi.
Pas de mal à avoir une aventure sans lendemain pour assouvir nos envies respectives, n'est-ce pas ? Erreur.
Elle ne m'avait pas dit qu'elle était vierge, et je suis furieux qu'elle ait gaspillé quelque chose d'aussi précieux pour un connard comme moi.
Mon ego, en revanche, est trop occupé à faire des cabrioles pour rester loin de ses courbes délectables.
Elle est déterminée à briser les murs que j'ai construits autour de mon cœur, mais un salaud au cœur froid comme moi ne mérite pas une seconde chance, n'est-ce pas ?
DÉSOLÉE. PAS DÉSOLÉE est une comédie romantique feel good pour les fans du héros milliardaire. Elle présente une fin très heureuse et aucune infidélité.
398 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 11, 2025
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 240 reviews
September 9, 2023
I had two very big personal issues with this book.
1- can we stop acting like being in your twenties or even your thirties and being a virgin is some huge offense? I can promise you no one cares and if they do then they’re the bigger weirdo. I can’t imagine one of my friends being so invested in my sex life and feeling like their only purpose is to get me laid.
2- I need romance authors to get a grip and understand that having big boobs and a big ass does not automatically mean you’re plus size or fat. The fact that the mc’s “toned tummy” was mentioned tells me she’s not plus sized nor fat and is just a bit curvy. And one more time, being curvy does not mean you’re fat or plus sized.
Those two big issues aside this book was just fine. It’s a neutral read at best but I just really struggled with liking anyone
1- can we stop acting like being in your twenties or even your thirties and being a virgin is some huge offense? I can promise you no one cares and if they do then they’re the bigger weirdo. I can’t imagine one of my friends being so invested in my sex life and feeling like their only purpose is to get me laid.
2- I need romance authors to get a grip and understand that having big boobs and a big ass does not automatically mean you’re plus size or fat. The fact that the mc’s “toned tummy” was mentioned tells me she’s not plus sized nor fat and is just a bit curvy. And one more time, being curvy does not mean you’re fat or plus sized.
Those two big issues aside this book was just fine. It’s a neutral read at best but I just really struggled with liking anyone
November 22, 2023
He doesn’t love her,
He is another one who wants a free nanny and a younger fuck,
He treats her like a only a release 85% of the book,
There’s no grovel, no love and no romance
She can do a lot better but is a doormat
He is another one who wants a free nanny and a younger fuck,
He treats her like a only a release 85% of the book,
There’s no grovel, no love and no romance
She can do a lot better but is a doormat
March 3, 2024
2✨
There was no chemistry. The female mc really wanted there to be something but there was nothing.
Her backstory also made like no sense and was stupid.
The male mcs last name is “blingwood” I think that says enough about the quality of this book tbh
Oh and There was a ton of typos, just fyi.
There was no chemistry. The female mc really wanted there to be something but there was nothing.
Her backstory also made like no sense and was stupid.
The male mcs last name is “blingwood” I think that says enough about the quality of this book tbh
Oh and There was a ton of typos, just fyi.
February 25, 2024
A really easy read, easy to get through in a day but very predictable. The FMC is lovable but how can she be constantly referred to as plus sized and curvy, but has a toned stomach?
Also can the phrase ‘swollen with my baby’ never be used again please 😭🤣
Also can the phrase ‘swollen with my baby’ never be used again please 😭🤣
February 18, 2024
i feel bad saying this because i don’t have any major problems with this book, but like…it’s passable??
the writing is a little stilted and juvenile, and the characters are just mostly bland. there’s no overwhelming feeling of romance or attraction or chemistry. there are some books where i’m grinning and laughing and it feels like i could call the characters and talk to them, that’s how fully realized they are. this book just…unfortunately doesn’t have that.
i also don’t love that this is supposed to be a plus size romance, but the fmc is described as having a toned stomach and toned arms and legs. which is not to say that there aren’t people who look like that, but the way this book is framed, this just doesn’t seem to be the most accurate way to describe her.
callie and cassandra are the best characters in this book. everyone else is either just neutral or actively bad. the whole story with dana just seems too long, and it makes every other character in the book look pretty dumb because everyone is just kinda like “we’re pretending we don’t notice how horrible she is.” someone would’ve said something by now, especially logan.
i already had a hard time getting over the cheesiness of these rich brothers being the “blingwoods” (wink-wink, nudge-nudge, they have money, do you get it?) that all the other nothingness just kinda…didn’t grab me.
the writing is a little stilted and juvenile, and the characters are just mostly bland. there’s no overwhelming feeling of romance or attraction or chemistry. there are some books where i’m grinning and laughing and it feels like i could call the characters and talk to them, that’s how fully realized they are. this book just…unfortunately doesn’t have that.
i also don’t love that this is supposed to be a plus size romance, but the fmc is described as having a toned stomach and toned arms and legs. which is not to say that there aren’t people who look like that, but the way this book is framed, this just doesn’t seem to be the most accurate way to describe her.
callie and cassandra are the best characters in this book. everyone else is either just neutral or actively bad. the whole story with dana just seems too long, and it makes every other character in the book look pretty dumb because everyone is just kinda like “we’re pretending we don’t notice how horrible she is.” someone would’ve said something by now, especially logan.
i already had a hard time getting over the cheesiness of these rich brothers being the “blingwoods” (wink-wink, nudge-nudge, they have money, do you get it?) that all the other nothingness just kinda…didn’t grab me.
August 8, 2023
˗ˏˋ⋆ ⋆ ⋆´ˎ˗
﹌﹌﹌
2.75 stars. The story was tolerable, but I think it still lacked something. There were simply a ton of unresolved questions, and there were times when I was bewildered. Despite the fact that it was a really nice read and kept me interested, it needs more.
The funny moments lowkey ate though!
﹌﹌﹌
﹌﹌﹌
2.75 stars. The story was tolerable, but I think it still lacked something. There were simply a ton of unresolved questions, and there were times when I was bewildered. Despite the fact that it was a really nice read and kept me interested, it needs more.
The funny moments lowkey ate though!
﹌﹌﹌
March 10, 2024
Basically shortened out he treats her like shit says sorry and she forgive him ever time. FMC has no back bone and the guy is “in love with her” so he leaves her bc it’s “what’s best” and comes back after treating her like shit for the 100th time and she takes him back with one simple conversation. Never hated a book so much that I felt the need to write a review. He just sleeps with her bc that’s all he can give her and treats her like shit but the FMC is in love like. Tf.
May 27, 2025
The book was so dramatic in a dull way, and the backstories just weren't good..
August 16, 2026
Leichter Liebesroman mit prickelnden Stellen, aber doch vorhersehbar.
February 18, 2025
Skyla is a plus size sweetheart who works for the Blingwood Resort as an HR rep. The book immediately jumps into some drama where we get a glimpse of who she is as a person. Which I perceived her as a hard worker and always trying to find the best in others, she’s worried about everyone else and that’s how we find her in the first chapter. The book progresses well and I love a duo pov book from her and her love interest, Drew- the oldest Blingwood brother. There’s some spice that it gets annoying after a while by how often LOL
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 1, 2023
"Sorry. Not Sorry" is a contemporary romantic comedy that combines the tropes of a single dad falling in love, a billionaire architect, and the quirky twist of the love interest being the HR manager of the family owned beach resort ran by his brother.
The story introduces us to Drew, a charming billionaire architect who is also a dedicated single father to his daughter, Callie. Drew's character is relatable, and his love for Callie is heartwarming. When he meets Skyla, the HR manager whom works at his families resort, their chemistry is undeniable, and their budding romance adds depth to the plot.
The book does a good job of portraying the father-daughter relationship between Drew and Callie. Callie’s role in trying to bring Drew and Skyla together adds an endearing and humorous element to the story. Her antics are a highlight, and readers will find her character to be the source of much entertainment. Though there may be an age gap between Drew and Skyla which has Drew second guessing his interest, the universe (and Callie) feel otherwise.
In summary, "Sorry. Not Sorry" is a lighthearted romantic comedy that offers moments of humor and heartwarming family relationships. If you're looking for a feel-good read with a billionaire architect, a single dad with a hilarious daughter, and a unique twist of love with a age gap, then this book is for you!
November 25, 2025
Vai de mine și de mine!
Am avut impresia ca o sa citesc o poveste drăguța, funny, pozitiva.. si ce șut în fund mi-am luat!
Ia uite cât-a țeapa!
Deci ii avem pe el, Drew, arhitect de meserie, bogat, frumos de pică, atrăgător și tata singur, și pe ea, Skyla, manager de resurse umane, care lucrează cu fratele lui, clasica virgină neprihănită, care își dorește să scape de belea cu - logic - un bărbat atrăgător si neapărat bogat, care sa o facă repede și fără sentimente.
Ce mai contează diferența de vârstă sau că ea e o angajată oarecare? Și uite cum ea îl păcălește și scapă de belea, și el, logic, devine frustrat pe chestia asta, că el a fost educat sa fie un domn, mai ales în pat. Si se simte lezat, și trădat de faptul că ea i-a ascuns lui secretul cel mai mare.
Nu tu chimie, nu tu mister, nu replici haioase și spumoase.
Singura care a fost ok în povestea asta a fost Callie, deși la un moment dat m-a enervat cu încercarea ei de a-l face pe Drew să se îndrăgostească de Skyla.
Am avut impresia ca o sa citesc o poveste drăguța, funny, pozitiva.. si ce șut în fund mi-am luat!
Ia uite cât-a țeapa!
Deci ii avem pe el, Drew, arhitect de meserie, bogat, frumos de pică, atrăgător și tata singur, și pe ea, Skyla, manager de resurse umane, care lucrează cu fratele lui, clasica virgină neprihănită, care își dorește să scape de belea cu - logic - un bărbat atrăgător si neapărat bogat, care sa o facă repede și fără sentimente.
Ce mai contează diferența de vârstă sau că ea e o angajată oarecare? Și uite cum ea îl păcălește și scapă de belea, și el, logic, devine frustrat pe chestia asta, că el a fost educat sa fie un domn, mai ales în pat. Si se simte lezat, și trădat de faptul că ea i-a ascuns lui secretul cel mai mare.
Nu tu chimie, nu tu mister, nu replici haioase și spumoase.
Singura care a fost ok în povestea asta a fost Callie, deși la un moment dat m-a enervat cu încercarea ei de a-l face pe Drew să se îndrăgostească de Skyla.
April 22, 2026
Ce livre me laisse mitigé. Il y a des passages que j’ai apprécié et d’autres pas forcément.
Je m’explique le concept de l’histoire à la lecture du résumé avait l’air intéressante.
Mais lors du début de l’histoire je me suis rendue compte que la plus de l’autrice était particulière et ne fais pas partie de ce que j’aime lire. Mais je me suis dit qu’il y a tout type d’écrire dans le monde donc j’ai continué ma lecture.
Le personnage masculin Drew est pour moi un Red Flags et ne prends pas en considération les sentiments de Skyla et dépasse les limites.
Skyla, elle, reste aveugle tout le long de l’histoire. On peut la voir comme l’expression l’amour rends aveugle.
À part la fin que j’ai apprécié le reste du roman, j’ai eu l’impression de tourner en rond et qu’il se passait pas grands choses.
Je m’explique le concept de l’histoire à la lecture du résumé avait l’air intéressante.
Mais lors du début de l’histoire je me suis rendue compte que la plus de l’autrice était particulière et ne fais pas partie de ce que j’aime lire. Mais je me suis dit qu’il y a tout type d’écrire dans le monde donc j’ai continué ma lecture.
Le personnage masculin Drew est pour moi un Red Flags et ne prends pas en considération les sentiments de Skyla et dépasse les limites.
Skyla, elle, reste aveugle tout le long de l’histoire. On peut la voir comme l’expression l’amour rends aveugle.
À part la fin que j’ai apprécié le reste du roman, j’ai eu l’impression de tourner en rond et qu’il se passait pas grands choses.
October 1, 2023
Sexy, Suit Daddy, Age-Gap RomCom!!!!!
I LOVE and I do mean LOOOOVE a man in a suit, who also happens to be a single dad - aka SUIT DADDY!!!! Sorry, Not Sorry is a romcom and if you’re looking for something light and funny, THEN READ THIS!
Drew is an architect of a well-established resort in Santa Barbara. All he wants is to raise his daughter right and make a name for himself. Skyla is the HR Manager of the resort who was just dumped by her coworker Mike. She’s self-conscious of her curves thanks to stupid Mike, but Drew has no problem with what he sees. It was supposed to be one night with no strings, but who can resist a kick a$$ HR Manager and Suit Daddy.
I LOVE and I do mean LOOOOVE a man in a suit, who also happens to be a single dad - aka SUIT DADDY!!!! Sorry, Not Sorry is a romcom and if you’re looking for something light and funny, THEN READ THIS!
Drew is an architect of a well-established resort in Santa Barbara. All he wants is to raise his daughter right and make a name for himself. Skyla is the HR Manager of the resort who was just dumped by her coworker Mike. She’s self-conscious of her curves thanks to stupid Mike, but Drew has no problem with what he sees. It was supposed to be one night with no strings, but who can resist a kick a$$ HR Manager and Suit Daddy.
September 11, 2026
This book was so freaking cute I physically couldn't stand it! Drew and Skyla really took their sweet time getting their shit together but boy was it fun watching them get there.
The spice is spicing, and the resort’s found family crew gives all the best vibes (even if the author's idea of "plus size" is... questionable at best). But honestly? Callie being the absolute best little shit starter stole the whole damn show. Her meddling skills are elite and I want to keep her forever.
Mike and Dana…. Trash. Put them both in the dumpster where they belong.
The spice is spicing, and the resort’s found family crew gives all the best vibes (even if the author's idea of "plus size" is... questionable at best). But honestly? Callie being the absolute best little shit starter stole the whole damn show. Her meddling skills are elite and I want to keep her forever.
Mike and Dana…. Trash. Put them both in the dumpster where they belong.
June 23, 2024
This is your typical single-dad romance, which isn't usually my top choice, but it may be worth adding to your tbr if you enjoy this trope. The story is charming, humorous, a bit cheesy, and has a touch of spiciness. One of the most delightful characters for me was the male main character's daughter; she truly added an extra spark to the book. While I did enjoy it overall, I must admit that the plot is not the most original or captivating one I've ever come across. I listened to the audiobook version and found the narration to be not to my liking. If you're considering reading this book, I'd definitely recommend opting for the ebook or physical copy instead.
✨Rating✨
🌟🌟🌟
🌶Spice🌶
❤️🔥❤️🔥
✨Rating✨
🌟🌟🌟
🌶Spice🌶
❤️🔥❤️🔥
April 9, 2025
I felt a mix of emotions about this book. Overall, it was all right and had potential. One thing I didn’t enjoy was Drew’s daughter, Callie. For a 12-year-old, she came across as really obnoxious and at times acted more like someone who was 18 years old. It made it hard to remember she was supposed to be a kid. Despite that, I appreciated the happy ending—it wrapped things up nicely.
September 2, 2023
Emily James is one of my favorite authors. I can never put down her books!!! She never disappoints! I’m so behind on my housework! Lol! Loved this book and loved all the characters! I’m excited for book 2 in this series!
August 6, 2023
I absolutely loved this book! I am not usually big into big age gap romance books but this one was an amazing read! I relate to Skyla because i am a plus size girl and i loved the chemistry between her and Drew! And the relationship she had with Drew's kid melted my heart! I would recommend this book 100%
I cannot wait for more books by her!
I cannot wait for more books by her!
August 16, 2025
une romance détente sympa. beaux personnages, avec des personnalités attachantes.
July 5, 2026
Trop quétaine à mon goût…j’aurais du le dnf🫠J’ai pris une éternité à le lire
October 14, 2024
Curvy girls for the win
A fun, sexy read with the right amount of angst and feel good energy. I did feel as though Skyla forgave Drew too easily, but I still enjoyed it.
A fun, sexy read with the right amount of angst and feel good energy. I did feel as though Skyla forgave Drew too easily, but I still enjoyed it.
February 12, 2024
Unpolished Writing
The writing style was boring - almost juvenile. I couldn't stand Drew calling Skylar "sugar" during sex. Who says that anymore??? Especially in the realm of billionaires.
The writing style was boring - almost juvenile. I couldn't stand Drew calling Skylar "sugar" during sex. Who says that anymore??? Especially in the realm of billionaires.
July 10, 2024
BECAUSE SHE HAS BIG ASS DOESN'T MEAN SHES CURVY/PLUS SIZE/FAT.
Also big perky boobs??? Really???
Mmc did barely any groveling.. SMH
Also the kid was weird... what kind of 12year old acts like that?
Also she was described plus size?? But in another sentence she's really fit??
Please learn to write normal plus size FMC-s or don't at all...
Overall wasnt a bad read, I almost DNFd at the first few chapters.
Also big perky boobs??? Really???
Mmc did barely any groveling.. SMH
Also the kid was weird... what kind of 12year old acts like that?
Also she was described plus size?? But in another sentence she's really fit??
Please learn to write normal plus size FMC-s or don't at all...
Overall wasnt a bad read, I almost DNFd at the first few chapters.
September 2, 2024
i loved everything about it
July 14, 2025
Sorry a big NOOOO
I went into this expecting a romcom, but that’s not what I got.
The book is marketed as light and funny, yet the story leans heavily into insecurity, miscommunication, and unnecessary drama. The FMC being plus-size could have been empowering, but instead her storyline revolved almost entirely around low self-esteem, which became repetitive rather than uplifting.
The MMC was the biggest issue for me. His behavior crossed the line from flawed to outright toxic, making it hard to root for the romance. A romcom needs charm and emotional balance this relationship felt stressful instead of fun.
The gold-digger angle was exaggerated and poorly handled, and the fake pregnancy plot was the final straw. It felt ridiculous and added drama for shock value rather than meaningful conflict.
Overall, this book tried to tackle too many heavy themes while still calling itself a romcom. If the author wanted a true romantic comedy, the story needed to be lighter: less angst, no toxic love interest, no extreme drama, and a healthier dynamic between the leads.
I went into this expecting a romcom, but that’s not what I got.
The book is marketed as light and funny, yet the story leans heavily into insecurity, miscommunication, and unnecessary drama. The FMC being plus-size could have been empowering, but instead her storyline revolved almost entirely around low self-esteem, which became repetitive rather than uplifting.
The MMC was the biggest issue for me. His behavior crossed the line from flawed to outright toxic, making it hard to root for the romance. A romcom needs charm and emotional balance this relationship felt stressful instead of fun.
The gold-digger angle was exaggerated and poorly handled, and the fake pregnancy plot was the final straw. It felt ridiculous and added drama for shock value rather than meaningful conflict.
Overall, this book tried to tackle too many heavy themes while still calling itself a romcom. If the author wanted a true romantic comedy, the story needed to be lighter: less angst, no toxic love interest, no extreme drama, and a healthier dynamic between the leads.
September 15, 2023
This was not a good story. All the characters are a mess.
The FMC has low self esteem, and is always on her body.
The MMC keeps fucking up all the time!
The main issue in this story is the 12-year age gap between the main characters. And the age gap is something that the MMC can’t see past, and that is why he keeps fucking up his relationship with the FMC.
Let me not begin on the MMCs brother, and his ridiculous relationship. I think all of us could spot that gold digger of a girlfriend a mile away. And the fake pregnancy? I think all of the readers knew from the beginning that it was fake. Not only that, how shitty people did the MMCs brother have around him. Like literally no one said to him to stop and really look at his “girlfriend”, cause something was really off about her. And then she tries to ruin his life, and she almost get away with it. And everyone let her. God, what a mess!
Have to say that this entire story was a mess. It was a big fat no! God awful…
The FMC has low self esteem, and is always on her body.
The MMC keeps fucking up all the time!
The main issue in this story is the 12-year age gap between the main characters. And the age gap is something that the MMC can’t see past, and that is why he keeps fucking up his relationship with the FMC.
Let me not begin on the MMCs brother, and his ridiculous relationship. I think all of us could spot that gold digger of a girlfriend a mile away. And the fake pregnancy? I think all of the readers knew from the beginning that it was fake. Not only that, how shitty people did the MMCs brother have around him. Like literally no one said to him to stop and really look at his “girlfriend”, cause something was really off about her. And then she tries to ruin his life, and she almost get away with it. And everyone let her. God, what a mess!
Have to say that this entire story was a mess. It was a big fat no! God awful…
April 27, 2024
Was a cute, quick read. However, repetitive at times.
I am a sucker for a plus size/”curvy” FMC, sharing self esteem and imagine issues. And how the character gets over those, and starts to see themselves differently 🫶!
I am a sucker for a plus size/”curvy” FMC, sharing self esteem and imagine issues. And how the character gets over those, and starts to see themselves differently 🫶!
August 6, 2023
DNF halfway in. I know FMC had a rough upbringing and stuff but damn, so much insecurity and self deprecation.
Displaying 1 - 30 of 240 reviews