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Boarding Pass: Miles & Sophie

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"Love wasn’t on the itinerary. He crashed the trip."
I’m in Paris with an offer for a career-making solo photography exhibit.
I should be floating on champagne and designer euphoria.
Instead, I’m single and alone at a Tom Selleck-themed wine bar, wondering if thirty-two is too young to start over.
Then he walks in.
Messy hair, leather jacket, a smile I feel in places I haven’t for years.
One accidental wine spill and soul-shaking kiss later…

"I’m about to make the most impulsive decision of my life."
I sold my company for freedom, not to get tied down.
Working like a fool is all I’ve ever known.
I need a hard reset. No expectations. No itinerary. Just a one-way ticket to Paris and a suitcase full of unresolved baggage..
Then I see her.
A knockout with wine-stained lips and eyes that could undo a man.
Our connection is instant, magical, impossible to ignore.
I didn’t come here to fall in love.
But I’m starting to think Paris had other plans.

Boarding Pass is a full-throttle, no-holds-barred romance, perfect if you love dirty talk in French bars, sunrise in five-star suites, and the kind of love that doesn’t ask permission.

118 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 5, 2025

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Kaylene Winter

28 books562 followers

Kaylene Winter is an Amazon best-selling author of steamy, contemporary romance.

Each character-driven novel is filled with snappy dialogue, pop-culture references and enough steam to make you fan yourself. Kaylene weaves authenticity, emotion and angst into a turbulent rollercoaster ride of love, passion and soul-searing romance always ending with a delicious HEA.

Kaylene lives in Seattle with her amazing Irish husband and Pomsky, Phalen. She loves creating art of all kinds.

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Profile Image for Anna Theurer (Anna's Bookshelf).
781 reviews61 followers
August 14, 2025
Boarding Pass is a fun, romantic novella that packs quite the punch and is the perfect read for the beach, the plane, or from the comfort of your own couch! For a novella, this author excelled in creating fully developed, endearing characters and wrote their story in such a way that it was believable and complete. Boarding Pass is a travel romance set in the backdrop of Paris and is full of warmth, humor, passion, and romance.
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20.5k reviews257 followers
September 5, 2025
This is the first in a new series and this is Miles and Sophie’s story.
Miles and Sophie are in Paris for their individual reasons, and they cross paths in a bar, and are instantly drawn to each other.
This is a well written easy to read story, with opposites attract, a vacation fling, vulnerability, humor, witty banter, second chances, healing, undeniable chemistry, and love, which leads to an entertaining, and heartfelt page turner.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
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2,213 reviews15 followers
August 31, 2025
A cute and fun novella with fabulous characters and the ultimate of romantic backgrounds when, out of all the bars in Paris Miles happens to walk into the one where fashion photographer Sophie was pondering her future. With Miles recently unemployed albeit extremely wealthy after selling his business and Sophie not long out of a long-term relationship that had lasted too long, both were a crossroads in their lives and wondering what lay ahead of them. Perhaps they could discover it together.

This was just a sweet and simple romance between two likeable characters. There was no angst or unnecessary drama between them, just an instant attraction as Sophie showed Miles her Paris. The spice level between them was sizzling but they were equally happy just spending time walking through the streets. My only issue with their story was the brevity. I would’ve loved to have gone on their travels with them and saw Europe through their eyes.
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588 reviews12 followers
August 21, 2025
Miles and Sophie are both a little lost, but they find themselves and each other in Paris.. and it is SWOON! Billionaire Miles is on a journey of self discovery after selling up his company and wondering whats next in life. Sophie is in a similar boat, professionally successful but personally, at a crossroads she wasn't expecting. An instant connection with fate on their side, smooth and no drama for their beautiful chemistry.
A sweet and spicy novella, one I wish went on and on because I loved Miles and Sophie together, they just clicked! Looking forward to more Hearts without Borders from Kaylene.

I voluntarily reviewed a free advance copy of this book provided by the author. The opinions expressed are my own
34 reviews1 follower
August 22, 2025
What a fun read- short and super sweet. I am so happy that Miles got more page time as I adored him in The Flirt Alert.

This is the perfect story about how a little risk can give you the greatest reward. Miles and Sophie meet at a time where they are both at a career crossroads and a chance meeting helps them discover what could come next.

If you are looking for a quick read that makes you swoon, then check this story out. It will leave you with heart eyes and hoping for more adventures from Kaylene.
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129 reviews
August 31, 2025
Totally loved this book !!!!! I love how fate brought them together !!! Gives you hope!!! Plus I love Kaylene !!! She is one awesome author … this was an ARC !!! I definitely recommend it and the author 🩷
1,048 reviews64 followers
September 20, 2025
I absolutely loved Miles and Sophie. I hated the the French wasn't translated but it didn't impact the story. The chemistry was good and it was well written.
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5,622 reviews52 followers
September 7, 2025
Boarding Pass is a captivating and heartfelt romance that beautifully captures the complexities of love and healing. Kaylene Winter’s storytelling pulled me in with its emotional depth and well-drawn characters. The slow-burn connection between the leads felt genuine and tender, making their journey toward trust and love incredibly satisfying.

I appreciated the realistic portrayal of the heroine’s struggles and the hero’s unwavering support, which added layers of authenticity to their relationship. The writing beautifully balances moments of vulnerability with hope, creating a story that feels both uplifting and poignant.

While the pacing was a bit slow in parts, the emotional payoff and character growth more than made up for it. Secondary characters were thoughtfully developed, adding richness to the story’s world.

If you enjoy emotionally rich, character-driven romances about overcoming past wounds and embracing new beginnings, Boarding Pass is definitely a read worth picking up. I’m looking forward to more from Kaylene Winter!
922 reviews20 followers
September 5, 2025
I am voluntarily writing this review after reading a free ARC of this novel via the author. BOARDING PASS is a short but steamy novella by Kaylene Winters which spins off her full length title, THE FLIRT ALERT. This novella features Miles, who was the best friend and business partner of Austin and the twin brother of Shay from that title. Miles Stojanović was at loose ends following the sale of his gaming company and his best friend falling in love with his sister. He had decided that he would travel to find himself and his new purpose. He began his journey in Paris where he found more than just a new life direction. Sophie Dumond was at loose ends herself. She had just received new amazing for her career, but it was falling flat. Sophie was smarting over the end of the relationship she thought would be her future. She was in Paris because she wanted the magical feeling of home, but instead found the future she thought had escaped her. Miles and Sophie met in a wine bar in Paris, completely by chance, and were instantly drawn to each other. They each had to take a risk on adventure to grab a chance at happiness. This was a cute, sweet, super steamy novella, and a loose end tied up. This connected stand-alone novella is an open door, first person, dual POV contemporary romance with tropes including meet cute, travel romance, opposites attract, fate, escape to find yourself, love at first sight, wealthy hero, independent heroine, healing through love, cultural exploration, and chasing joy. This is a quick and dirty love story with an adorable meet cute, explosive chemistry, and a lesson in the rewards of jumping in with both feet and appreciating new places and cultures. Neither Mile nor Sophie had were looking for what they found, and the theme of serendipity played throughout the story. The novella is easy to read and fast paced, which works given the length. The author didn’t get bogged down in extraneous details. I recommend this novella for readers who enjoy spicy contemporary romance with instalove plots.
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118 reviews6 followers
September 2, 2025
For readers who enjoyed the Hate to Love You series by Kaylene Winter, this one is for you! This novella is somewhat of an extension of her second book in the series, The Flirt Alert. Did you ever wonder what happened to Shay’s twin, who also happened to be Austin’s best friend? Well, get ready—because this amazing story is all about Miles and his journey to finding true love!

From the very first page, Kaylene had me hooked (she’s so good at that). Before I knew it, I was several chapters in and had no idea where the time went! The book opens with Miles, who has successfully achieved all his business goals and is ready to take the next step. The problem is, he’s not sure what that step should be. He leaves without expectations, and he definitely doesn’t plan on meeting Sophie—the beautiful woman who immediately catches his eye the moment he steps into Paris.

Sophie is in Paris to reconnect with her roots. She’s a few months out of a relationship that was comfortable but going nowhere. Her trip was supposed to help her find herself, and she never expected to meet the most handsome man she’d ever seen while enjoying a glass of wine. But Sophie and Miles share a connection that goes beyond attraction or fleeting feelings—it’s something people search a lifetime for.

As they spend time together wandering Paris, sightseeing, and slipping between the sheets, they must decide if what they’re feeling is real.

If you love short, swoony romances you can devour in one sitting, you’ll be so glad you picked up this novella! I loved it—and I may just have to grab the paperback to sit right alongside The Flirt Alert on my shelves. :)

Story: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Butterflies: 🦋🦋🦋
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3,736 reviews527 followers
September 8, 2025
This book is a fun, quick read.

Miles just sold his gaming company "Hungry Llama" and had more money than he could spend in his lifetime, but he was at a loss when it came to what his next chapter was., Then he considered the fact that nothing was holding him back, and so he would embark on a one-way trip to Paris. This sounds like a fun idea.

Sophie has returned to Paris for a solo photography exhibit and to visit her parents. Little did she know that the stars would align and her life as she knew it would change.

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7 reviews
September 2, 2025
Fast, flirty, and full of feels. Boarding Pass is the perfect escape read—I devoured it in one sitting! Kaylene Winter brings just the right mix of heat, heart, and emotional depth to keep you turning pages. The chemistry sizzles, the story pulls you in, and by the end you don’t want to say goodbye to these characters.
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563 reviews5 followers
September 3, 2025
After selling his portion of the company he helped build, Miles decided he needs to get away to figure out what’s next. He meets Sophie and feels drawn to her. Sophie is trying to work through the breakup from her ex and decide exactly what is next. These two end up on an adventure neither expected!
2,483 reviews12 followers
September 5, 2025
Boarding Pass by Kaylene Winter is the tender story of Miles and Sophie. They’ve both gone to Paris for different reasons. They meet each other and everything just clicks.

This was a short, lovely story that had me sighing almost constantly. It was just so good!!! Thoroughly enjoyed reading about these two and watching things blossom between them.
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1,995 reviews23 followers
September 4, 2025
What a beautiful and fun novella this was to read. I loved Sophie and Miles and their romantic adventure. Two strangers and a chance meeting in Paris leads to them finding the love of their life and building a future together. Yes it was a quick read but there wasn’t any drama to contend with, just pure love and happiness and some very steamy moments.
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199 reviews
September 5, 2025
Just finished an ARC of The Boarding Pass and it was the sweetest little romantic escape!

This novella had all the things I love in a quick read. Travel vibes, instant chemistry, and just enough swoony moments to make me smile the whole way through. The pacing was perfect for a one sitting read, which is exactly what I needed to get out of my little slump!

Even though it was short, I was very invested in the characters straight away and really enjoying their spark and connection. The writing flowed so easily that it felt like I was being whisked away alongside them, the perfect bit of escapism!

I wanted more! I could happily have read a full length novel about these two because it was fun and the chemistry so addictive.

If you’re looking for a light, romantic palate cleanser between heavier reads (or just something to lift your mood), I’d definitely recommend picking this one up 🥰
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1,449 reviews12 followers
September 5, 2025
Wow! I absolutely loved this book. Amazing characters and wonderful plot. Very beautifully written and easy to read.
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2,232 reviews107 followers
September 5, 2025
A quick read. Miles is closing one door; Sophie is searching for what to do next. As they meet in the City of Love – Paris.

The two are at a crossroads, and maybe meeting is their what’s next. The attraction is instant, and time spent together quite steamy. As one night becomes more for these two, that meeting, that bar, that chance, the leap they take together.

Thank you to the Author for the advanced copy; this is my voluntary review.
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81 reviews4 followers
September 23, 2025
Boarding Pass was just a cute instalove book! When Miles takes off to Paris after selling his company to do some soul searching, who knew he’d find his soul mate! Sophia is in Paris after finishing up fashion week before she ventures to her next big thing when a little spilled wine brings Miles into her life. This book takes you through their whirlwind romance and is full of laughs, love and spice!
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506 reviews8 followers
September 15, 2025
It's so lovely to see Miles again (he was a supporting character in ‘The Flirt Alert’) and I am so excited to see his happily ever after.

Both Miles and Sophia's life are in the air at the moment. He has just sold his company and the world is his oyster. He goes to Paris and meets Sophia at a Magnum PI themed restaurant. (How fun is that!!) Sparks fly and the chemistry is hotter than the surface of the sun. This is instalove at its’ best and *I love it!*. It's a quick read, but Ms. Winter packs so much in, it feels like a full novel.

‘Boarding Pass’ is a sweet, instalove novella that is perfect for an afternoon read. I adored this read so much.
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919 reviews13 followers
September 15, 2025
Miles and Sophie are at a bittersweet moment in their lives. A sweet meet cute, instalove, and a happily ever after drama are made of.
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53 reviews4 followers
September 9, 2025
Kaylene 's latest is here!!
A sweet, swoonful,( is that a word?) Novella.
Meet Miles and Sophia... We 1st met Miles in the Flirt Alert!! He is Shay's twin brother.

The Novella takes place after events in Flirt Alert. Story is a standalone, but I personally like to meet characters when they 1st appear in pages, so I recommend  a read of the Flirt Alert  prior to starting The Boarding Pass.

This is a quick, easy, read, when you need a  sweet bite before bedtime or to escape a difficult day at the office. BOARDING PASS IS YOUR PERFECT ESCAPE!
Two strangers meet,  set against the backdrop of Paris! You can smell the croissants and coffee from the page! You just know love is going to follow. These two have a beautiful instant connection that sweeps you away.
Proving how amazing it is to have a chance encounter that changes your life.
The Boarding Pass is another hit from Kaylene.
2,441 reviews60 followers
September 5, 2025
Boarding Pass is a charming and sweet novella. It's only 11 chapters, but it packs quite the romantic punch and is easily readable in a single sitting.

Miles (who is Shay's twin/Austin's best friend from The Flirt Alert) is kind of at a loss after he and Austin sell their gaming company. He's not sure what to do with his life now that he's a billionaire and not staying with his company, so he books a one-way ticket to Paris, leaving his next move to fate. Meanwhile, photographer Sophie is in Paris following a breakup, en route to visiting her parents in the French countryside. After an adorable meet-cute in a Tom Selleck/Magnum PI themed restaurant (BTW, I'd totally go there!), they end up spending an incredible night together that neither of them wants to end.

The one-night stand turns into Miles joining Sophie to visit her parents — and when you know, you know. There was a nice moment where Miles acknowledged how hard he was on Shay and Austin when they told him about their relationship because he thought it was too much, too soon — and he now realized how wrong he was because of his feelings for Sophie.

This book totally gave me Before Sunset vibes, that 1995 movie with Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy. Boarding Pass was short and sweet, but I felt like we got a full story out of Miles and Sophie, and it was just a feel-good, no-drama romance!

I received an advanced copy and voluntarily left a review.
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1,532 reviews36 followers
August 31, 2025
“Sophie’s not just a part of my story; she’s the heart of it.”

Boarding Pass is a short and steamy novella bursting with charm, romance, and just the right touch of wanderlust. Set in the enchanting City of Love—Paris—Miles and Sophie are two souls at a crossroads, each searching for what’s next. When they meet in a dimly lit bar, sparks fly instantly, and what begins as a chance encounter quickly blossoms into a connection that feels destined.

I thoroughly enjoyed this lighthearted, heartwarming tale brimming with swoon-worthy moments. Miles and Sophie’s openness and willingness to embrace vulnerability made their romance feel refreshingly authentic. Their chemistry is electric, and their leap of faith in each other is both inspiring and endearing.

If you’re looking for a sweet escape that’ll lift your spirits and leave you smiling, Boarding Pass is your ticket.
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618 reviews
September 2, 2025
🛩️What a cute little novella🛩️

If you are looking for something simple and sweet, this is the one for you. A funny, spicy romance with just the right amount of dirty talk set in a french bar, what more can a reader ask for.

Miles and Sophie are both a little lost, but find each other in Paris together and the attraction is instant. With the city of love as a backdrop, born again billionaire Miles has sold his company and is looking for his next adventure. Sophie too is at a crossroads, one she was not expecting, these two find each other at a time when they both needed something, but didn’t know what.

Turns out it was each other.

This was a cute and quick novella filled with spicy moments and heart to hearts. Miles and Sophie together are like the first taste of the holidays, sweet and spicy, but gone all too soon. Very much looking forward to seeing more from Heart without Borders.

3.5 ⭐️
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816 reviews18 followers
September 15, 2025
I am an AVID Kaylene Winters fan. I have not read one of her books that I have not enjoyed. Boarding Pass is no different.. It is so well written.

Sophie and Miles’ instant connection is evident in the story that you can feel it when reading. Neither of them is looking for anything, but found it when they least expected it. I love the interactions from the very first time they lock eyes. Miles is just such a nerdy sweetheart that I was happy he got his own book. And Sophie is his perfect match. Their first contact in the wine bar sets the stage for this wonderfully “insta-love” book. I’m a sucker for romance, and I believe in love at first sight.

If you’ve never read any of Kaylene’s books, I highly recommend you do. If you’re a romance fan, you will appreciate this book. I recommend all of them!!
655 reviews6 followers
August 24, 2025
Boarding Pass: Miles & Sophie (Hearts Without Borders) by Kaylene Winter is a charming short novella about Miles Stojanovi’c, who sold his gaming company, Hungry Llama, and international photographer Sophie Dummond, who met at a wine bar in Paris. A conversation that started with Sophie’s spilled wine, which Miles helped her clean up, was the beginning of an incredible romance that would change their lives forever. The romance between Sophie and Miles is as sensual as savoring a decadently rich piece of chocolate, enjoying every moment. I absolutely loved reading about two lonely hearts who formed a once-in-a-lifetime connection in Paris and fell in love. Kaylene Winter’s books are always first-rate reads that consistently satisfy with a refreshing, enjoyable story.
321 reviews
September 6, 2025
This is a much shorter read than others I've read by this author, I finished it in an afternoon (dinner was late!).
We've met Miles before and left him at the end of his sister, Shay, and his business partner and best friend, Austin's, story. This book picks up from there, after Miles and Austin sell their very successful gaming company. Hungry Llama, to Jacoby International.

Miles is lost and doesn't know what to do with himself, so he books himself a ticket to Paris, somewhere he always wanted to go back to; now he can.
When he gets there he meets Sophie in a bar. She's also lost her purpose after being dumped by her boyfriend, Mark, six months ago.
They get on very well and find they're stopping at the same hotel..........

An easy to read insta love story
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12.5k reviews94 followers
September 8, 2025
After selling the business that he has devoted his adult life to Miles finds himself trying to decide what comes next. A trip to Paris brings Sophie into his life and every minute he spends with her only reinforces that whatever the future holds he wants her in it.

Sophie finds herself facing some changes both in her person life and her professional life as a photographer. From first sight there was denying the attraction between them, the way they understood each other and that this was so much more than a vacation romance.

Sophie and Miles met each other at the perfect times in their life. The romance between them was touching and their families realized they were kindred souls as well.
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2,317 reviews22 followers
September 25, 2025
4.8 stars

This is an instant pull on those heartstrings that one would expect from the author because of the way these characters are penned. Miles is a man who has it all except for someone to share his life with so he decides to leave his business and head off to Paris. Sophie is a woman who is in Paris for fashion week and then has plans to visit her family. However, a chance encounter at a bar sets Sophie and Miles on a road to romance…This is one highly engaging novella from the onset, and it just gets better as the pages turn. If you enjoy a contemporary romance with spice set in the beautiful country of France, then this is one for you. I recommend this book and it can be read in one sitting.
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