Someone to Stay

Skylark #5

by Michelle Major

NFL superstar Felix Barlowe was never supposed to be the one.

He’s my brother-in-law’s brother and my nemesis--until one unforgettable night changed everything. I thought it would get him out of my system, not leave me with a secret.

I’m hiding out in a secluded cabin, pregnant and panicking, when Felix shows up with a two-year-old and no idea how everything is about to change. So I do something reckless and offer to help as his temporary nanny.
It seems like an easy way to buy myself time. But watching him bake sourdough at dawn and read bedtime stories on repeat, not to mention those late-night kisses, I start to fall for him in a way I never saw coming.
Felix Barlowe thinks he’s not built for forever. I think he might be perfect for me.


Piper Hart has hated me from day one. She’s all spark and sass and completely immune to my charm. But now she’s helping with a little girl I never expected to raise, and I can’t seem to get the night she spent in my arms out of my mind.

I’ve failed at love three times--definitely not relationship material. But Piper makes me want to believe again.

And when I discover her secret, I’ll do whatever it takes to prove I’m not a man who leaves. I’m the one who stays.

Someone To Stay is Book 5 in The Skylark Series. A small-town standalone with a guaranteed HEA. If you like grumpy/sunshine, enemies-to-lovers romance with forced proximity, found family, and all the slow-burn heat, this one's for you.

Genres: Romance

288 pages, Kindle Edition

Expected publication January 20, 2026

About the author

USA Today and Top 5 Amazon Bestselling author Michelle Major writes swoon-worthy stories full of heart, heat, and guaranteed happily-ever-afters. When she’s not dreaming up romance, you’ll find her hiking the trails (or avoiding housework) in her home state of Colorado.

Connect with her at www.michellemajor.com or come say hi on Instagram and Facebook.

Reviews

[Riley · Rating 5 out of 5]

✨ ARC REVIEW ✨

Finished this book in less than 24 hours as I typically do with anything Michelle Major writes because it’s always just that good!

I’ve been waiting for Piper and Felix’s story since we met them in book 1 and it was made even sweeter when it was announced that they were the next couple. I loved the super secret trope and the single guardian/surprise pregnancy. I do wish it had stuck a bit closer to the book club bucket list like the others have because it was really only touched on a little bit and seemed like it was speed up really fast in the timeline so that we could have a conclusion for the end of the book

[BeeFaith · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've been impatiently waiting for Piper and Felix's story since Sadie and Ian's book because their chemistry was undeniable, even hidden under caustic remarks. I knew they'd light each other's world's on fire, and they did just that!

Piper is tired of always feeling like the damsel in need of rescuing, and she's determined to learn how to stand on her own two feet. Felix wants a life filled with more than football, but after three failed relationships, he's given up hope of having a family of his own to love and cherish. No one ever stays.

An unexpected pregnancy and the guardianship of a sweet, loveable toddler will challenge their views on life and love, while showing them who will be standing by their side when the dust settles.

Piper and Felix may have been an unplanned addition to the Skylark series, but their story demanded to be told. I think they may be my favorite couple (followed by Taylor and Eric in Someone to Have).

Someone to Stay was everything I wanted (and needed) it to be and more! Thank you, Michelle, for giving us Piper and Felix's story.

[Julie Helgren · Rating 5 out of 5]

Someone to Stay by Michelle Majors is about Felix & Piper who are part of the Skylark series.
Right away I liked Piper’s spunk and spirit. I appreciated that she was trying to become self-sufficient in her life and was taking the steps to do just that when along comes our big beautiful man Felix.
Felix has been burned one too many times to make any commitment to any female. Hence the story of how they met begins.
I love how Felix is committed to doing right by his friend’s daughter Ellie even tho he doesn’t know what he is doing. In comes Piper with all her pediatric nursing experience.

Together they form a bond over Ellie. I love how Michelle has included children in this series.
The magnetic pull and spark between Felix and Piper is palpable. Thru each block in the road there is always that magnetic pull…just love how she writes this in this book!

I also enjoy the book club friends that Piper joined when she left her wedding in Sadie and Ian’s story. It brings cohesiveness of previous characters in her other books in the series. It was nice also to see the men of the ladies together and forming a bond as well.

Overall, this was a really good read and one of my favorites of the Skylark series. I would highly recommend it but before you read this one it would be a good idea to read the others first! You won’t be sorry!
Enjoy!

[Becky Hall · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great first read from a new author for me.

This follows MMC Felix, a NFL football player and FMC Piper a pediatric nurse for the NICU.

Piper is staying at her sisters and brother-n-laws cabin after her breakup with her fiancé and finding out that she is pregnant after a drunken one night stand with Felix who just happens to be Ellie's brother-n-laws brother.

Felix shows up at the cabin because he is trying to lay low after being left in charge of his two yr old goddaughter (Ellie) after the tragic death of his best friends. The beginning of this story had me chuckling when Piper thinks someone is breaking in the cabin late at night to find out it's only Felix.

“Don’t move,” I shout, pitching my voice low like I’m the threat. Which is ridiculous because I’m currently scared out of my mind and pants-less. “The fuck?” “Yippee-ki-yay, motherfucker!” I shout as I hurl the tennis shoe in the man’s direction. Apparently, when faced with death, I channel Die Hard.

Felix thinks that he will not be any good for his Goddaughter (Ellie) and puts feelers out for any distant blood relatives. Felix and his brother come from a broken home that had parents that hated each other , and was heartbroken by his ex who cheated on him with his friend.

Piper has heard Felix say that he never wants children so when she finds out she's pregnant she doesn't know what to do it how to tell Felix that he's going to be a dad. She thinks that if she becomes his goddaughter's nanny that she may be able to help him see that he can take care of his goddaughter and their baby.

These two go through a lot and fall in love with each other. However, there are trials and tribulations they face to finally get to their HEA!

There were so many highlights and annotations in this book, I had a hard time picking which quotes to use.

Quotes:

“You’re my rock, even when I thought what I wanted was to hurl one in your direction. You’re Ellie’s person, and you’ll be that for our baby, too. I love you, Felix.” Piper laughs, the sound bright and clear in the sterile hospital room. “So damn much, and definitely forever. Now get up off your knees before you hurt something. You’re no spring chicken.”

“Hey, Barlowe?” I whisper. “Yeah, Hart?” “I’m really glad you’re my person.”
“Back at you, sweetheart. Right back at you.”

Thank you so much for this wonderful opportunity to read and review this arc @michellemajorauthor

Story: 5⭐️
Characters 5⭐️
Character Growth: 5⭐️
Spice: 3🌶️
HEA: YES!

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Two people who need each other

Piper is a pediatric/ neonatal nurse who just found out she’s pregnant with a man she had a one-night stand with, left her job, and is staying at her sister and brother-in-law’s cabin to figure out her next steps. She needs a moment to regroup and plan. What she doesn’t expect is the man she had the one-night stand with to show up with a toddler in tow. Felix is an NFL football player who is flying under the radar, and decides to go to his brother’s cabin to figure out how to care for a toddler and maybe find someone better suited for her. He can’t figure out why his late friend and his wife named him as guardian. He doesn’t have a parental instinct in his body. More than that, he’s not sure why someone is in the cabin, throwing a tennis shoe at him. When Piper and Felix start working together to care for Remi, other feelings begin to take hold.

Ms. Major excels in giving us a story we can sink into, and it was beautiful. Felix and Piper were such a perfect complement to each other. She wrote both of these characters to be smart, tough, but vulnerable. There is so much more to Felix and Piper over and above the one-night stand/ surprise baby tropes, and I was there for it. Two people who have decisions to make and a future to determine. Felix was perfect in his desperation to – at first find a better home for Ellie – then to be the man she needed as a father. I melted every time he did and said something sweet to her. I loved the banter between Felix and Piper. I laughed and sighed as they became closer and intimate again. I love the town of Skylark and the people in it. I’m so glad I got Piper’s story. Her sister Sadie was the fmc in the first book of the series, ‘Someone to Love’. It was good to see the sisters together. While this can absolutely be read as a standalone, reading at least ‘Someone to Love’ will give you an introduction to Piper and Felix.

[Michelle King-Best · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really have enjoyed getting to know the residents of Skylark, Colorado and this story was no exception. Piper and Felix’s story was one I had wanted to dive deeper on, so I was thrilled when I received an ARC of this book from author, Michelle Major. The story will be published 1/20/26 so you don’t have to wait much longer to check it out for yourself.

So to get right to it, while attempting not to give any spoilers…..
This story was a gut punch to the feels (in the best possible way) for me. Many tissues were involved. Unlike the previous Skylark books, the book babes’ bucket list took more of a supporting role in this story, which really helped me to focus and get to know Piper & Felix so much better…… Don’t worry, you’ll still get your fill of the book babes book club & their significant others. Actually, all the guys bonding and supporting one another was something I really enjoyed. Definitely swoon worthy, and speaking of which…. Wait until you learn Felix’s stress relieving hobby!

The snark & sparks between Piper & Felix was enchanting, as well as believable. Understanding their pasts and complicated family histories made their reactions to the multiple drastic & unexpected changes to both of their lives make more sense. This story was witty, full of heart and has a little bit of spice right when it was needed. If you’re not really into sports, don’t let Felix’s NFL career put you off from checking out this story. It’s a sports adjacent story, not the focus. Like the previous Skylark books, this story is a a great read to snuggle up with when you just need a mini break from your own reality or like to read about people lifting each other up when things get rough.

[Kate · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tropes:
One Night Stand
Found Family
Single Guardian
Surprise Pregnancy
Forced Proximity
Age Gap

Book 5 of the Skylark Series

I do not typically enjoy reading the surprise pregnancy trope solely because I find it illogical to use having a baby as a reason to stay together after conflict. I am more amenable to reading if the pregnancy is known from the beginning and the MCs spend the duration of the book actually becoming a couple as was with Piper and Felix.

Felix has always said he doesn’t want kids because of his childhood and worrying that he will end up like his father. Piper wants a family as she was raised by her sister after her dad left and later her mom died. When Piper finds out she’s pregnant after a one night stand with Felix, she hides away in the cabin to clear her mind. Her solitude lasts less than a day when Felix shows up at the cabin with a guest.

Over the course of their relationship, Felix and Piper both grow a lot. Felix realizes he needs to put his heart back out there and stop using the past as an excuse to push Piper away. Piper learns to accept help and that accepting help does not make you weak. I think taking into consideration how young Piper is put the conflict into perspective. She doesn’t have a lot of life experience so it makes sense that she would want to try and make it on her own without help. Plus Felix does not have a way with words and tends to put his foot in his mouth. I really liked Pipe and Felix together - they balance each other out well.

I love that there is always a little preview of what’s coming in the next book. Avah is such a badass and I can’t wait to see where she ends up.

*ARC provided by author*

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is another wonderful addition to the Skylark series. I love the group of friends that are the center of all of the books - they love each other as they encourage each other to try new things. As busy as they all are with their lives, they are always available when one of their members has a problem.

Piper hated Felix - he was all that she despised in a man. Despite that, they had a drunken one night stand and then walked away hating each other even more. Problem -- Felix is the brother of Piper's brother in law!
She goes to her sister's secluded cabin to try to figure out her life. She's pregnant with Felix's baby and isn't quite sure how to handle it because he has told her that he never wants children. In the middle of the night, Felix shows up at the cabin with a 2 year old girl - the daughter of his best friend who died in a car accident. Felix never wanted children and is looking for a family member so that the toddler can be raised by someone else. When Piper and Felix meet again in the middle of the night at the cabin, there's a lot of trash talk between them and both are convinced that they still hate each other. However, love and hate are two feelings that can change. Once Piper sees the way he takes care of the little girl and finds out that he bakes bread as a hobby, her feelings towards him begin to change but she still doesn't want to tell him about his baby that she is carrying. As the sparks begin to fly between Piper and Felix, they need to change their perceptions of each other and decide if they are both looking for a happily ever after.

If you like grumpy/sunshine, enemies-to-lovers romance with forced proximity, found family, and all the slow-burn heat, this one's for you.

[Breanna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Someone to Stay is the 5th book in the Skylark series, however each one can be read as a standalone. Pipers life has essentially gone up in flames--she left her fiance, had a one night stand with a guy she can't stand (hello Felix), spontaneously quit her job when her ex-fiance and his new fiance start working at the same hospital and on top of that..... she finds out she's pregnant. And the father is the one guy she can't stand. Did I mention that Felix is her brother-in-laws brother?! She flees to the family cabin in the mountains to clear her head, when none other than Felix shows up with a huge surprise... the 2yr old daughter of his late best friend. Oh, and he doesn't know she's pregnant with his baby. PHEW.

Things get complicated after Felix shows up at the cabin--Piper starts nannying Ellie and all of them grow attached to each other. It's only then that she drops the bomb that she's pregnant.. and it's his. She wants to be able to stand on her own two feet because she needs to know she can provide for her baby. Felix is down BAD for her, but she keeps pushing him away due to her own fears and insecurities revolving around her own father leaving her.

Felix will steal your heart with his 5am stress induced sourdough baking, late night researching of topics related to Ellie and Piper, and his general golden retriever attitude. This was a cute story, although the constant push-pull from Piper seemed a bit repetitive after a while. I also found it a bit strange that the story focused on Avahs situation so strongly for a brief section, but then never actually addressed it after that? Perhaps there is another book in the works that tells that story, I'm not sure! I

[Virginia Danyow · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a copy of this book as an advanced reading copy in exchange for my honest review.

I have had the pleasure of receiving and reading all the books in this series as advanced reading copies and none of them have been a disappointment. Although they could each be a stand alone story, each one does give a little hint to the next one towards the end.

Piper and Felix seem like oil and water, or maybe fire and gasoline. The relationship is contentious and riddle with snarky comments and jabs at each other. But one night while he is celebrating signing a contract with a new team, and she is celebrating the upcoming wedding of a childhood friend, the two share an evening they will never forget. Even though they still poke fun at each other, and seem to share a mutual dislike for one another, that night changed things. But Piper is afraid to tell Felix just how much things have, and will, change.

When they run into each other at Ian's cabin a couple months after that night Piper mistakes him for an intruder and throws a shoe at him. When he says he has someone in the car, Piper assumes he has a woman with him. She never expects that he has a toddler that he has custody of after the death of one of his friends.

Over the next few weeks the two continue to push and pull with themselves and with each other. She thinks he doesn't want kids, and to be fair he has come right out and said as much. He thinks he's not capable of love and fatherhood. Together they learn so much about themselves, about each other, and about what it means to truly take care of yourself....and allowing others to take care of you too.

[Kathleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Piper Hart can't believe that she spent the a night with someone that she doesn't like in a moment of madness and that man turned out to be her sister's brother in law Felix Barlow. And when you do something in an euphoric state there are consequences, and then he turns up at said brother's getaway, where she has gone to get away, with a little girl and how the heck does she tell someone that doesn't even like kids, he's going to be a father.
Felix Barlow can't believe that of all places to find a bit of refuge to figure out is life, it's at his brother's place in the mountains. He has become a guardian to his best friends young child and he has not a clue how to look after a child and when he turns out Piper, his nemeses and the women he had an unbelievable unforgettable night with, could this be the answer to his prayers. There is just one little problem, she doesn't like him and she is his brother's sister in law.

There are lots of surprises in this 5th book of the Skylark series. And Piper and Felix have lots of big chemistry that they try to fight, while both keeping secrets from one another about that night they spent together. I loved these two together and Michelle Major does what she does best with her characters, gives them lots of personality, humour, fun, and of course passion that is off the charts. Throw in a sweet little girl and this small town romance will have you cheering for their HEA.
Each couple in this series has been what small town romances keep me coming back for more and Piper and Felix are no exception. Can't wait for the next for book 6...
Thank you Michelle Major for the opportunity to read an ARC of your book.

[Macy · Rating 5 out of 5]

All I can hear in my head is a sweet little child’s voice calling “Fee” and “Pi”, I adored reading this wonderful addition to the series. I am loving this series as each book is either as good or better than the one before. Piper is trying to figure out what is next to come in her life. Love, work, her narcissist malignant newly married ex-fiancee has moved back to their small town with, the mean girls from high school who seemingly haven’t matured a bit since they graduated and seem to revel in smiling while they verbally smack you with a smile on their faces, an unexpected pregnancy by a man with the emotional depth of a shallow puddle who happens to be her brother in law and more. When she quits her job to regroup, she heads to her sister and BIL’s cabin for some quiet time. Enter a surprise visitor, Felix, the man she’d prefer not to see again, trying to figure out how to tell him he’s going to be a parent and a surprise child he has been left in charge of. Their road to figuring things out, wading their way through their own feelings, getting in and out of their own and each others way and more is fabulous. Sweet, smart, funny, a little sad (due to circumstances), filled with good characters, except for the ones were supposed to think aren’t and all the things that keep us coming back for more. Oh, and the cutest baby ever who has had her world rocked. Sometimes as a series goes on, it starts to fade, but not in this case. this one, as with her other series, just keeps getting better. I can’t wait for the next.

[Amy O · Rating 5 out of 5]

I ate Piper & Felix’s journey up!!! Under 24 hours because I couldn’t put them down, I had to get them to their HEA!

I think it was such an interesting dynamic having Felix in the position of being a guardian and looking at impending fatherhood as it made his self doubt in his abilities so unfounded to everyone else. He was so beautiful with Ellie, offering her everything in the world even though he didn’t think he was good enough to guide her in the world. He really tried to show up for Piper at every turn (even when at times he fumbled and made a few mistakes) he tried to show her unwavering support but also tried to give her space to find who she is.

Piper is young but she just wants to stand on her own two feet, thinking this means doing everything yourself. She finds beautiful support in the book club but especially Avah (I love their friendship dynamic) but she also finds that you don’t need to be alone to be strong. She steps up for Ellie so quickly and without question, that alone shows that she was strong and could do things to support herself and the people around her.

LOVED getting to see the men having their own banter and friendships forming, especially in times of crisis. Ultimately, Piper and Felix were so sweet together, they just needed to trust in each other and themselves.

[Victoria Sneed · Rating 4 out of 5]

Someone to Stay by Michelle Major
The Skylark Series

“Lumbersnack, Summited a fourteener, barbs, smutty questions?” (((All phrases that left me tickled in this spicy romance.))) 📚 🪵 🌺
I plowed through this book rather quickly! I loved it and it kept me wondering whether Piper and Felix were ever going to get their situation, situated… Two adequately aged adults did adult things and walla; get a little surprise from said adult things. 👦 ♥️ 🧒
Well, we can all blame it on a drunken night, call it fate, call it what you want; but, Piper and Felix have to figure out how to navigate all the surprises and their trust issues for the betterment of their unexpected things….
This story resonates on so many levels. I can definitely relate to Piper and her friends. Small town sports romance with just the right amount of spice. 🔥
I really love how the surprise was right in Chapter 2! Hit me like a ton of bricks…. mouth wide open situation. All the family trauma and small town drama; all being navigated by two lovers that didn’t even know they could love again. I literally almost cried! 💔
Making me feel all the feels: love, heartbreak, and sadness. It’s a great pace! It does not drag on and on with a bunch of scene setup. If you like romance with spiced splashed throughout, this book is for you! 📕

I received this copy from the author and this is my own opinion.

[Carolyn Mcdonough · Rating 5 out of 5]

Piper Hart’s life is an absolute mess. Her ex-fiancé and his new wife have returned to Skylark and are now working at the hospital where she is a NICU nurse, prompting her to spontaneously quit. She is also pregnant following a night of what both parties claim to be hate sex with Felix Barlowe, NFL start and her sister, Sadie’s brother-in-law. Piper has taken refuge at Ian and Sadie’s woodland cabin retreat to sort things out when she’s woken up by an intruder who happens to have a key to get in. It turns out to be the last person she wants to see right now – Felix. He also has a two-year-old child in tow. Why is he there? What does he want? Who is this little girl, and why is she with a man who only a few months ago stated that he never wanted to have children? How will he handle finding out he’s going to be a father? Find out all this, and so much more in Someone to Stay, the fifth book in Michelle Major's Skylark series. Readers of the previous books will recognize many of the characters, but it is also easily read as a stand-alone. It will definitely make you want to go back to the first four to get the back-stories of those characters, though!

[Kortney Liston · Rating 5 out of 5]

👶🏈📚

First of all, Michelle… thank you for allowing me to read this ARC. We read books about ‘meant to be love stories’ but I truly think I was meant to read this book!

This book brought me back to moments I’ve experienced in my life that I needed to revisit. Moments that weren’t forgotten, but just reminders of what really matters in life.

From the pregnancy, the uncertainty, the independency, the career change, the stubbornness, the freaking wedding ring. Just so many things hit so close to home and reminded me of so many things that I don’t think I’ve related to a book like this ever.

The way the author’s writing put Piper’s emotions into play and how she wrote and explained them, I had myself folding my knees to my chest right there with Piper!

I don’t know. I didn’t really write about the actual book in this review as much as I did how I feel after reading it! I’m just, wow! Thank you Michelle! Just thank you!

I give this one 5 ⭐️’s 100 times!

[Ann T Lanoux · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve been looking forward to Felix’s story since he was introduced as Ian’s brother, and this book did not disappoint!
From the shoe flying in the first scene to the happy ending, I enjoyed the whole story.
Now don’t misunderstand, while this book is part of a series it very much stands on it own. I enjoyed the interactions between them, and their wider circle of friends and family.
Piper is perfectly feisty for Felix. even though she doesn’t want a person to “take care of her” so she can stand on her own Felix is exactly what she needs.
This book is easy to read, perfectly paced and absolutely worth your time.

Full disclosure, I did read an advanced reader copy for this review - but I’m buying another copy for myself.
I know I said it stands alone and it does… but the series is great… you should read them all!

[Cassie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Piper Hart having caught her fiancée cheating, quit her job and borrows her brother in-laws' cabin to figure out her life. Felix Barlowe is her brother in-laws' brother who just became guardian to a 2 yr old little girl shows up at the cabin to. Piper and Felix have a shared history, and Piper is hiding the fact that she is carrying Felix's baby from him. These two have serious commitment issues stemming from the past. Felix doesn't feel his is capable of raising Ellie, Piper feels she needs to stand on her own. Fate has other plans for them. As Ellie worms her way into both of their hearts, can she teach them that unconditional love is all they need? Will Felix realize he is more than he things? Can Piper learn that she doesn't have to do it all alone? Read it to find out!

[Ashley Jenkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

My first Michelle Major book and I am a fan! This book has it all … heart felt moments, football star single dad, accidental pregnancy, cinnamon roll MMC, great banter, and chemistry that’s just waiting to be ignited.

Felix and Piper have a hatred towards each other, but as their relationship grows, that hatred turns to trust and love. They both have rough pasts, both being burned by past loves, that leave them scared for the future, a future that ties them together when Piper tells Felix she’s having his baby. But through their friends and family, both Piper and Felix learn that they can be what each other deserves and create their HEA.

This book is dual POV, easy to follow, characters that are relatable, and I definitely didn’t want to put it down!

[Cameron Gardiner · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC READ💕

Thank you so much to the Michelle Major, the author of this amazing book for allowing me to ARC read!

This was an amazing book! Piper and Felix were such a great couple to read about! The banter, her witty attitude calling him out every chance she gets, loving the little girl who doesn’t belong to either of them. The list goes on and on. The surprise pregnancy mixed with single guardian was a trope I’ve not read before, but it pulled at my heartstrings in all the perfect ways. If you’re looking for an age gap romance, one night stand turned surprise pregnancy mixed with a hint of found family and sports, this is the perfect book for you!! I read it in about 5 hours, devoured it!! 🫶🏼💕

Someone to Stay releases January 20th, this is a must read to add to your TBR ❤️

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

As always, Michelle Major delivered with this fifth book in the Skylark series. Piper and Felix have been written as flawed, believable characters who are perfect for each other.

Like the other four books in the series, I loved seeing updates about the Cool Girls Book Club and the men who love them. I enjoy the found family vibes the club and the small town feel. There were also lots of humorous scenes written that balance out more serious topics that were mentioned. It was an enjoyable read and I can’t wait to see what comes next for The Cool Girls Book Club.

I was given an ARC and this is my honest review.

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely loved this story! I live Piper! She’s my favorite character so far! She’s overcome her prior broken engagement. After realizing how wrong they would have been.

Now after a 1 night stand she’s got a secret . She’s trying to figure out when m/ how to break the news to Felix. After runningaway to a cozy cabin in the woods to get away for a few days by herself.. When her alone time is interrupted by Felix and his friends child, whom has become a guardian of. She’s about to get more than she bargained for.

Can she convince Felix that he was chosen for a reason? Will he give up Ellie?? You must read to find out!!

Thank you Michelle Major for the ARC.

[Sara Oxton · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a phenomenal five-star read. This is number five in the Skylark series and they just get better and better, this could be read as stand-alone, as each story is about a different couple, but they are all wonderful stories that pull you deeper and deeper into Skylark. Piper and Felix have off the chart’s chemistry, but Felix is more than once bitten and very much shy, he is hesitant and Piper just wants to get herself straight. When secrets come out will the shyness go away? And will Piper accept the help, this is so much more than it appears on the surface, there are twists and turns galore, and book club moments that will make you smile.

[Andie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m part of the review crew and am leaving this review voluntarily.

I really enjoyed this book because I LOVED Felix when he was introduced earlier in the series. The depth of his character is well-developed and he just becomes more lovable in this book.

I also like how there’s a bigger spotlight on the guys in this book. I actually felt like this was more Felix’s story than Piper’s (which I appreciated).

I took off one star because I’m really not a fan of Piper. She reminds me too much of women I know and dislike in real life.

[Lima · Rating 5 out of 5]

*ARC Read*

- Snark to Lovers
- Single Guardian
- Forced Proximity
- Surprise Pregnancy
- Age Gap
- Found Family

Omg I was hooked at the very first chapter. I didn’t think Piper was the greatest character after the whole engagement to her sisters crush, but I’m so glad to see more of her character. Piper has so much growth in her. Same goes for Felix. Seeing him as the fun uncle to being a mature adult with more responsibilities was a struggle he had to get through. I love the banter and hate/love relationship they have with one another. I love every book leading up to this one too.

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Felix and Piper had me sobbing before I even finished chapter three! I've been looking forward to reading book 5 of the Skylark Series and it was definitely worth the wait. I'd have to say it's my favorite of the five.

The football star and the sassy nurse love to hate each other and the sparks do fly! Piper's ex-fiancé is arrogant and self-centered - her polar opposite. When she finds that he (and his new wife) have returned not only to her hometown, but also both are working in the same hospital, she quits her job and flees to her brother-in-laws cabin to regroup. When Felix shows up in the middle of the night with his two-year-old ward, Piper offers to help out as nanny so he can train for the upcoming season.

As you read this you will laugh, cry, question both Piper and Felix (are you blind to each other??), and see what everyone except the two of them can see - they are made for each other! Secrets and insecurities abound, but once again, Michelle Major finds a way to bring everything together with love and laughs. The book club members all show up and are featured in the story, as are their husbands/partners. And you will love little Ellie and Beast, as they steal scenes regularly. Enjoy!

[Shari · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been waiting for Felix and Piper's story since we first met them at the wedding of Ian and Sadie's, an unforgettable night. Fast forward, Piper has quit her job and needed some alone time, so she is staying at Ian's cabin when she has a surprise visitor, Felix. Felix is a NFL star with current guardian ship of a two year old, Ellie. Ellie will steal your heart like she did with Piper and Felix. Piper has a big secret, she is pregnant! Piper feels like she has always relied on others to help her, and this time she wants to stand on her own two feet! Felix, oh how I love him, sourdough and all, is not sure about raising a two year old but wants to be all in when he finds out Piper's secret.

This is a book that I could not put down, sunshine/grumpy, enemies to lovers and forced proximity that will find their HEA. I highly recommend this book along with the rest of the Skylark series. This can be read as a stand alone.

[Janilyn Kocher · Rating 5 out of 5]

The perfect read! A touchdown with every chapter!
Fiiiiiine lumberjack Felix ( I had to take a cold shower) is a lot but man does he constantly fumble!!
Piper doesn’t know how to tell him her big news because he’s made it clear kids are not his thing so why’s he packing a toddler along?
I laughed out loud often and loved every single reference from SVU to the Princess Bride!
I hope the next story is Avah’s because the girl needs help.
Thanks to Michelle Major for the advance copy.

[Mary Jackson _TheMaryReader · Rating 4 out of 5]

We finally got Piper and Felix's story. It was so worth the wait. Major has not disappointed with this series at all. The characters and the storyline were spot on, and I read this book in one sitting. 4 stars and I am shouting about the Skylark series to the whole world.
Mary Reader received this book from the publisher for review. A favorable review was not required, and all views expressed are our own.

[Missy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been waiting for Felix's story forever. This story was as good as I expected, maybe even better. I love The Skylark series and am sad to see it coming to an end. The characters have felt like my best friends. You will laugh, cry, and cheer from beginning to end. I highly recommend this book and if you haven't read the other books in the series read those too. You will not be disappointed.