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The Alfieri Saga #7
His Expectant Lover
While strolling the runways of Milan, Andie sees him and her heart begins to race. There is just something about the man that changes her world, makes everything brighter and happier. The more she gets to know Antonio, the more she falls in love with him. When their relationship reaches a physical crescendo, she tells him how her heart has fallen for him, thinking that he feels the same way. Unprepared, and suffering from a painful history with love, Antonio’s faltering response breaks her heart. Andie feels like she has finally met the heartless tycoon that everyone describes.
Although he isn’t able to respond in kind, Antonio feels far more than he would like when the lovely Andie professes her love for him. He knows that he wants to protect her, that he doesn’t want her to leave him, but he isn’t ready to be that vulnerable again. Her departure leaves him empty, until one day she shows up at his office, scared, too thin, still painfully beautiful…and pregnant. This time around, he is determined to keep her with him. He doesn’t know what he feels, but he knows that he can’t live without her.
Although he isn’t able to respond in kind, Antonio feels far more than he would like when the lovely Andie professes her love for him. He knows that he wants to protect her, that he doesn’t want her to leave him, but he isn’t ready to be that vulnerable again. Her departure leaves him empty, until one day she shows up at his office, scared, too thin, still painfully beautiful…and pregnant. This time around, he is determined to keep her with him. He doesn’t know what he feels, but he knows that he can’t live without her.
135 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 16, 2015
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Elizabeth Lennox
292 books1,373 followersUSA Today™ best-selling author Elizabeth Lennox writes contemporary romance novels featuring sheiks, business tycoons, royalty, and other sexy rich men. Her male lead characters are smart, driven and determined, but can still be sensitive and vulnerable. Elizabeth’s female lead characters come from a variety of backgrounds. They are strong, intelligent and independent, while still feminine and caring.
Although she wanted to be a romance novelist since the eighth grade, that dream only became a reality for her in 2009 and a full time job in 2012. Along the way, she received a BS in History and held different jobs in the real estate, government consulting, and financial industries. All during that time, though, she was always writing, using her personal experiences, dreams, and travels throughout the United States, Europe and the Caribbean as backdrops for her stories. To date, she has written over eighty books and sold over 5.1 million copies. Her free novellas have been downloaded over 8 million times since 2013.
Elizabeth lives in Virginia with her husband and two children. Their home is just outside of Washington, D.C., and many of her novels are set in this area.
Although she wanted to be a romance novelist since the eighth grade, that dream only became a reality for her in 2009 and a full time job in 2012. Along the way, she received a BS in History and held different jobs in the real estate, government consulting, and financial industries. All during that time, though, she was always writing, using her personal experiences, dreams, and travels throughout the United States, Europe and the Caribbean as backdrops for her stories. To date, she has written over eighty books and sold over 5.1 million copies. Her free novellas have been downloaded over 8 million times since 2013.
Elizabeth lives in Virginia with her husband and two children. Their home is just outside of Washington, D.C., and many of her novels are set in this area.
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November 15, 2019Why was this even written? This was an unnecessary story if there ever was one!
November 14, 2019
"His Expectant Lover" is the story of Andie and Antonio.
Probably my least favorite story from this series.
Our heroine is a plus sized model, whom the hero picks up one night after their eyes meet across the stage. He's a scarred playboy millionaire, she's a struggling professional. He showers her with all comforts, and seduces her until she confesses her love..which he rejects. So she runs away..
Unfortunately, a few months later, she finds herself pregnant and destitute, and has to ask the hero for help. Apparently, he's been pining for her too, and decides to force her to marry him by seducing her. Add to that random scenes of catty OW assaulting the heroine and claiming to be the hero's mistress, them barely communicating and literally running away from each other, ending abruptly with minimal resolution of aforementioned problems.
A couple of idiots. The only thing I did like was the epilogue with all the siblings.
Grrr.
Safe
1.5/5
Probably my least favorite story from this series.
Our heroine is a plus sized model, whom the hero picks up one night after their eyes meet across the stage. He's a scarred playboy millionaire, she's a struggling professional. He showers her with all comforts, and seduces her until she confesses her love..which he rejects. So she runs away..
Unfortunately, a few months later, she finds herself pregnant and destitute, and has to ask the hero for help. Apparently, he's been pining for her too, and decides to force her to marry him by seducing her. Add to that random scenes of catty OW assaulting the heroine and claiming to be the hero's mistress, them barely communicating and literally running away from each other, ending abruptly with minimal resolution of aforementioned problems.
A couple of idiots. The only thing I did like was the epilogue with all the siblings.
Grrr.
Safe
1.5/5
February 18, 2018
felt like reading a HP! loved it and enjoyed it ♡
November 16, 2019
I liked it
I love Cinderella stories. I thought the hero was great. He was so upset about her leaving and had been looking for her. He might have not believed in the word love but he definitely showed it to his woman. I loved his family and will have to go read their stories too. And last but not least, where can I find an Antonio.?!!??
I love Cinderella stories. I thought the hero was great. He was so upset about her leaving and had been looking for her. He might have not believed in the word love but he definitely showed it to his woman. I loved his family and will have to go read their stories too. And last but not least, where can I find an Antonio.?!!??
November 6, 2015
Andie and Antonio. Satisfying in the cheesy harlequin way. Antonio is used to used crooking his finger and getting what or who he wants. He works a bit harder to get Andie as he can tell she is different, but doesn't really think too deeply about it. Andie assumes he is falling in love just like she is, and is bitterly disappointed when he doesn't return her affection. She runs off, but of course it's too late. She's pregnant. She tries to make a go of it alone in NY, but slowly begins to starve to death, until she puts her pride aside and goes to face Antonio with the truth. I don't really understand why she didn't tell him sooner? He has a right to know and it wasn't like he was a sadist or creep or something. He is pretty overbearing though and almost succeeds in squishing her ego completely before he realizes what he is doing. It was cute but forgettable.
February 19, 2015
I really enjoyed this book. I noticed after I read it, that it had mixed reviews. It was a light read, that left me smiling. Antonio knew Andie was special the first time they met. It took him a bit longer to realize he loved her. Antonio was all alpha male, but Andie had no problem standing up to him. I also loved the way she handled his mean, nasty ex lovers. The journey to love, and happy ever after was slow and sweet. There are days you just need a sweet, light read, and this book was perfect.
January 17, 2015
I was really looking forward to Antonio's story and I really like Ms. Lennox's books but this one wasn't up to her normal standard! It felt like it was rushed and just didn't have the same feel to it like the other books in this series.
But I'm still looking forward to her next series "The Hart Sisters"!
This review is JMHO!
But I'm still looking forward to her next series "The Hart Sisters"!
This review is JMHO!
November 19, 2022
A very good ending
This is the 7th book in the series and it was very good. This is Antonio’s story, he met Andie in Milan at a fashion show, both were very attracted to each other. He asked her to spin the weekend with him, Andie told him she loved him and he rejected her love. She leaves and later discovers she is pregnant, she had to go to him for help. They had to overcome some obstacles to find their HEA. Great epilogue.
This is the 7th book in the series and it was very good. This is Antonio’s story, he met Andie in Milan at a fashion show, both were very attracted to each other. He asked her to spin the weekend with him, Andie told him she loved him and he rejected her love. She leaves and later discovers she is pregnant, she had to go to him for help. They had to overcome some obstacles to find their HEA. Great epilogue.
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September 30, 2019Great finale to the series
I love this series. Three is so much love and family packed into these books. And laughter! So much laughter. I love the epilogues where the brothers play wedding pranks on each other. I highly recommend this series to anyone who enjoys contemporary romance books. I highly recommend that you read the series in order to get the best experience possible.
I love this series. Three is so much love and family packed into these books. And laughter! So much laughter. I love the epilogues where the brothers play wedding pranks on each other. I highly recommend this series to anyone who enjoys contemporary romance books. I highly recommend that you read the series in order to get the best experience possible.
June 5, 2018
I enjoyed this book very much. I liked the tile of the book very much. I liked the sex sences very much. Elizabeth is a great book too read when you are feeling cold and our of love from a lover.
December 9, 2020
I really did not understand how Andie could just fall into bed with Antonio at the beginning. The book was ok after that but nothing impressive. I just wanted to read the epilogue.
June 1, 2024
Great read.
January 30, 2015
Hot and sexy yes! Just not enough hero and heroine for me to like.
Three stars. A dress on a runaway stopping Antonio in his tracks as the woman with benefits stand next to him? Apparently smitten with her (Andie) he buys the dress and requests she deliver it to him in person. While woman with benefits buys to her heart's content as a send of because Antonio has moved on and has a new quest.
Goodness! Annie is warned by woman buying clothes to leave Antonio alone. We still don't know if she followed through on her threats. Why didn't Andie ask about her? Why didn't Antonio talk about his past? Why didn't Andie talk about her past? Too much missing for me. Feelings aren't there strong point? His first love from college meets up with them she too threatens Andie. Andie doesn't discuss it with Antonio.
Yeah there are panty melting scenes but it isn't enough for me to give more than 3 stars. Questions unanswered. A weak female and even Antonio or hero leaves much to be desired.
Three stars. A dress on a runaway stopping Antonio in his tracks as the woman with benefits stand next to him? Apparently smitten with her (Andie) he buys the dress and requests she deliver it to him in person. While woman with benefits buys to her heart's content as a send of because Antonio has moved on and has a new quest.
Goodness! Annie is warned by woman buying clothes to leave Antonio alone. We still don't know if she followed through on her threats. Why didn't Andie ask about her? Why didn't Antonio talk about his past? Why didn't Andie talk about her past? Too much missing for me. Feelings aren't there strong point? His first love from college meets up with them she too threatens Andie. Andie doesn't discuss it with Antonio.
Yeah there are panty melting scenes but it isn't enough for me to give more than 3 stars. Questions unanswered. A weak female and even Antonio or hero leaves much to be desired.
January 17, 2015
as with all of Elizabeth Lennox's books this book has romance and live in a sweet way. it is so s a d this is the l a st book in the Alfieri Saga series. I want to know more about this funny yet loving family. I had wondered so long why Antonio distanced himself from live and finally we learned why. I can't wait f or release day for new books from 's Lennox and miss her books every other day in-between.the Elizabeth Lennox's books are must reads over and over again.
January 17, 2015
a great ending to a fabulous series
I have read almost every book from this talented author! I was so excited from the first to this last book of the series! I found myself being part of an extraordinary family (don't I wish and not for the money) simply because they are what one dreams of a family to be! This is definitely a re-read series and this last book is a great conclusion.
I have read almost every book from this talented author! I was so excited from the first to this last book of the series! I found myself being part of an extraordinary family (don't I wish and not for the money) simply because they are what one dreams of a family to be! This is definitely a re-read series and this last book is a great conclusion.
February 28, 2016
Funny Feel Good Book
I read this entire series and I enjoyed every one of them! I found myself laughing out loud at the different pranks that the brothers pulled on each other. They were absolutely hilarious. I also enjoyed being able to read about the happiness of each couple after their children were born. These are definitely books that I will recommend to family and friends.
I read this entire series and I enjoyed every one of them! I found myself laughing out loud at the different pranks that the brothers pulled on each other. They were absolutely hilarious. I also enjoyed being able to read about the happiness of each couple after their children were born. These are definitely books that I will recommend to family and friends.
January 16, 2015
Sweet end to the saga
Loved the loving family, the alphas falling for their ladies, the sweet innocents, the humor and the description of beautiful places. Ms Lennox' stories are fast paced. Love that each story stands alone, yet you hear again from characters in related stories. Antonio and Andy's story did not fail to entertain.
Loved the loving family, the alphas falling for their ladies, the sweet innocents, the humor and the description of beautiful places. Ms Lennox' stories are fast paced. Love that each story stands alone, yet you hear again from characters in related stories. Antonio and Andy's story did not fail to entertain.
January 25, 2015
I am sad to see this series come to an end. I now own every book from The Alfieri Saga Series including the free ones. Although, some of these books are more enjoyable to me then others as a whole this is a can't miss series. The one negative thing that I have to say is that the editing leaves something to be desired.
January 31, 2016
A very good read.
I really enjoyed this story. It had a good storyline, passion, and some amazing chemistry.
Sparks fly between Andie and Antionio leading to a night of passion and misunderstandings. These two really click as a couple but they are both battling insecurities and trusting each other is hard.
Well written and highly enjoyable!
I really enjoyed this story. It had a good storyline, passion, and some amazing chemistry.
Sparks fly between Andie and Antionio leading to a night of passion and misunderstandings. These two really click as a couple but they are both battling insecurities and trusting each other is hard.
Well written and highly enjoyable!
January 16, 2015
My heart is breaking to say goodbye to the Alfieri family. I absolutely adored every book in the series and it is sad that the series had to end. Elizabeth, congratulations on a great series, every novel which is worthy of five stars. Luv, Linda Hall - South Africa xxx
January 17, 2015
Not exciting
I was looking forward to reading this one was a little disappointed. Too much conversation with themselves . Not enough togetherness. I would encourage people to read it to complete the series.
I was looking forward to reading this one was a little disappointed. Too much conversation with themselves . Not enough togetherness. I would encourage people to read it to complete the series.
February 2, 2015
very good
I loved this newest Alferi legacy book!! Full of one alpha male and one tiny young women who writes mystery stories but does modeling for catalogs until her books take off. They meet and the Sparks fly-very good story.
I loved this newest Alferi legacy book!! Full of one alpha male and one tiny young women who writes mystery stories but does modeling for catalogs until her books take off. They meet and the Sparks fly-very good story.
May 22, 2015
Another book with unbelievable mistakes
Yes I have read another trashy book, the story line, oh right there really isn't one or maybe there is but I'll admit I'm probably hooked for the time being, ugh!
Yes I have read another trashy book, the story line, oh right there really isn't one or maybe there is but I'll admit I'm probably hooked for the time being, ugh!
June 23, 2015
This Expectant Lover (Book#7)
Antonio sees Andie as a model in a fashion show. He is not overly excited about fashion shows! He is immediately attracted to her as she is to him! You must read to see if this attraction advances! A GREAT love story!
Antonio sees Andie as a model in a fashion show. He is not overly excited about fashion shows! He is immediately attracted to her as she is to him! You must read to see if this attraction advances! A GREAT love story!
January 16, 2015
Good story. Felt like Andie gave up her plan for some independence quickly. Nice outcome and epilogue.
January 21, 2015
love every books in this series. now i can't wait for the next series from Ms. Lennox ^^
January 17, 2015
What can I say I just love all elizabeth lennox books going to miss these guys tho but looking forward to the new girls coming
January 18, 2015
Disappointed
Story skipped around to much. Waste of money to purchase this one. Book preview was much better than the whole book.
Story skipped around to much. Waste of money to purchase this one. Book preview was much better than the whole book.
January 18, 2015
Saga indeed!#
This is the seventh instalment in this series. It is just as riveting & enjoyable as the first. Hard to put down. Well done Elizabeth!
This is the seventh instalment in this series. It is just as riveting & enjoyable as the first. Hard to put down. Well done Elizabeth!
April 26, 2015
One of my favorite
This is one of my favorite books from Elizabeth Lennox. Her stories have struggles and heartache, but always end happy. Great job!
This is one of my favorite books from Elizabeth Lennox. Her stories have struggles and heartache, but always end happy. Great job!
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