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Chasing Hartes
What happens on vacation, stays on vacation, or does it…
Being a single mom left Millie Harte jaded on love. When her girlfriends dragged her away for a weekend birthday getaway, the temptation of a no-strings-attached fling, was completely out of character, and just what she needed. Until fate and her meddling friends had other plans.
Jake Parsons was the new guy in town. He was learning that his once-dreaded trade to the Toronto Twisters baseball team, might be the best thing that happened to him. The woman who had taken his heart, turned out to be right under his nose, but he was going to need more than his name and fame to win her over.
The attraction between the two was still sizzling, but things weren't as easy as they seemed. When the secrets and lies had all been exposed, it left them wondering if the fight was worth the risk? After all, there was more than one Harte on the line.
Being a single mom left Millie Harte jaded on love. When her girlfriends dragged her away for a weekend birthday getaway, the temptation of a no-strings-attached fling, was completely out of character, and just what she needed. Until fate and her meddling friends had other plans.
Jake Parsons was the new guy in town. He was learning that his once-dreaded trade to the Toronto Twisters baseball team, might be the best thing that happened to him. The woman who had taken his heart, turned out to be right under his nose, but he was going to need more than his name and fame to win her over.
The attraction between the two was still sizzling, but things weren't as easy as they seemed. When the secrets and lies had all been exposed, it left them wondering if the fight was worth the risk? After all, there was more than one Harte on the line.
356 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 14, 2023
About the author
Madyn Rose
3 books23 followersI'm a Canadian romance author. Whether it's a bad ex, grief of a love lost, best friends and badass FMCs with cinnamon roll love interests. My books are filled with sass, steam and of course some drama before they reach their HEA.
I'm an avid snacker and I can drink coffee like a Gilmore Girl, which I need to chase around my wild and crazy kids, and our spoiled pets. When I'm not busy with the kiddos, I'm watching reality TV with the hubs or glued to a smutty book. Research, of course ;)
I'm an avid snacker and I can drink coffee like a Gilmore Girl, which I need to chase around my wild and crazy kids, and our spoiled pets. When I'm not busy with the kiddos, I'm watching reality TV with the hubs or glued to a smutty book. Research, of course ;)
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February 9, 2026
Whelp, now I need me a Jake! This book had me on the edge of my seat the entire time! I devoured it and loved it!
June 12, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5/5
It's been a few days since I finished this book, and I've been unable to get these characters out of my head. This was such a beautiful, yet heartbreaking debut. As someone who grew up with one of the most amazing bonus-dads(stepdad), this story spoke right to my heart.
Both Millie and Jake are flawed characters. One moment you are rooting for them, and the next, you feel like wringing their necks. Millie shows us the struggles of being a single mom, and the insecurities that come with being in an abusive and toxic relationship. The level of psychological brainwashing Millie had to endure from her ex was enough to have me spitting fire, and yet, throughout this book I was begging her to just let Jake in despite of her past experiences. Jake is a fantastic guy. The way he treats Millie and her daughter Aubree, gave me butterflies. The way he fought for her every time she bolted, had me near tears.
Lisa and Mitch, gosh I loved these two. They are unapologetic matchmakers, and if there is one book I'll read, it will be the one that tells their story. Nick and Misha are assholes, and they deserve the misery they bring into eachothers lives.
This book focusses heavily on plot, but it's perfectly balanced out by character development in the later stages of the book. This is not a smutty read, but steamy with some spicy scenes.
Chasing Hartes is a definite recommendation for those who enjoy romance books with heavier themes. It is available on all platforms.
🌹Thank you to the author @MadynRose and @HeaPr for giving me the opportunity to review this book.
It's been a few days since I finished this book, and I've been unable to get these characters out of my head. This was such a beautiful, yet heartbreaking debut. As someone who grew up with one of the most amazing bonus-dads(stepdad), this story spoke right to my heart.
Both Millie and Jake are flawed characters. One moment you are rooting for them, and the next, you feel like wringing their necks. Millie shows us the struggles of being a single mom, and the insecurities that come with being in an abusive and toxic relationship. The level of psychological brainwashing Millie had to endure from her ex was enough to have me spitting fire, and yet, throughout this book I was begging her to just let Jake in despite of her past experiences. Jake is a fantastic guy. The way he treats Millie and her daughter Aubree, gave me butterflies. The way he fought for her every time she bolted, had me near tears.
Lisa and Mitch, gosh I loved these two. They are unapologetic matchmakers, and if there is one book I'll read, it will be the one that tells their story. Nick and Misha are assholes, and they deserve the misery they bring into eachothers lives.
This book focusses heavily on plot, but it's perfectly balanced out by character development in the later stages of the book. This is not a smutty read, but steamy with some spicy scenes.
Chasing Hartes is a definite recommendation for those who enjoy romance books with heavier themes. It is available on all platforms.
🌹Thank you to the author @MadynRose and @HeaPr for giving me the opportunity to review this book.
October 13, 2023
Firstly congratulations to Madyn on her debut novel Chasing Hartes.
Do you find your soulmate on a one night stand? Well this love story of Millie and Jake takes you on an emotional roller coaster as their relationship unfolds. Through the tears and laughter while the both discover each other’s past and as they both come to terms with it. I adored their friendship groups and the love and support they offered them plus Aubree was adorable.
I would highly recommend this novel.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Do you find your soulmate on a one night stand? Well this love story of Millie and Jake takes you on an emotional roller coaster as their relationship unfolds. Through the tears and laughter while the both discover each other’s past and as they both come to terms with it. I adored their friendship groups and the love and support they offered them plus Aubree was adorable.
I would highly recommend this novel.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 5, 2023
🌟- 4.5 / 🌶- 2
Dual POV & HEA
🇦🇷🇨 🇷🇪🇻🇮🇪🇼
Single mom Millie and MLB first basemen Jake meet and enjoy a nameless one night stand on a cruise ship. Five months later, they meet again at a summer festival. Can their complicated lives allow them to be together? You betcha, but not without its hurdles.
Millie and Jake were a cute couple. He is such a cinnamon roll for her and she has to accept that even moms deserve love from hot men too. Every page I just wanted to scream for her to let him in and accept his love. When she did I was so happy for her character that she was finally getting the man of her dreams. Jake was a great boyfriend to her and was always there to show her her worth. I loved his relationship with Millie's daughter, Aubree, too. He was the perfect man for both of them!
The supporting characters were so fun. Millie’s girlfriends and brothers were always there to back her up and always had something funny to say. Jake's friends as well though you don't see them as much.
This is technically a baseball and billionaire romance but other than the travels for work, I don't feel like they really had much to do with the story. I was confused at points when the MCs would talk about his private jet, which would not make sense for an MLB player to have, but once his family story was revealed it all made sense. I personally would have preferred for the plot to spend less time on Millie's relationship and drama with her ex and more on the couple navigating his family and their relationship, it had much more interesting potential than a shitty baby daddy.
Chasing Hartes is not a spicy book. There are for sure some steamy moments and a few spice scenes, but overall the book is pretty tame in that regard. It is a heavily plot driven story and not a smut driven story. Which is great, and totally refreshing sometimes, but it is something to keep in mind before reading.
There were absolutely points in the book where the plot got redundant and felt like it was dragging. This mixed with how much of the plot only focused on Millie being a single mom instead of her and Jake building their relationship, I had to give it four stars instead of five.
Thank you Madyn and BookSirens for the opportunity to read Chasing Hartes. All opinions and reviews are my own.
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🇹🇷🇴🇵🇪🇸
✸ small town
✸ single mother
✸ he falls first and harder
✸ billionaire
Dual POV & HEA
🇦🇷🇨 🇷🇪🇻🇮🇪🇼
Single mom Millie and MLB first basemen Jake meet and enjoy a nameless one night stand on a cruise ship. Five months later, they meet again at a summer festival. Can their complicated lives allow them to be together? You betcha, but not without its hurdles.
Millie and Jake were a cute couple. He is such a cinnamon roll for her and she has to accept that even moms deserve love from hot men too. Every page I just wanted to scream for her to let him in and accept his love. When she did I was so happy for her character that she was finally getting the man of her dreams. Jake was a great boyfriend to her and was always there to show her her worth. I loved his relationship with Millie's daughter, Aubree, too. He was the perfect man for both of them!
The supporting characters were so fun. Millie’s girlfriends and brothers were always there to back her up and always had something funny to say. Jake's friends as well though you don't see them as much.
This is technically a baseball and billionaire romance but other than the travels for work, I don't feel like they really had much to do with the story. I was confused at points when the MCs would talk about his private jet, which would not make sense for an MLB player to have, but once his family story was revealed it all made sense. I personally would have preferred for the plot to spend less time on Millie's relationship and drama with her ex and more on the couple navigating his family and their relationship, it had much more interesting potential than a shitty baby daddy.
Chasing Hartes is not a spicy book. There are for sure some steamy moments and a few spice scenes, but overall the book is pretty tame in that regard. It is a heavily plot driven story and not a smut driven story. Which is great, and totally refreshing sometimes, but it is something to keep in mind before reading.
There were absolutely points in the book where the plot got redundant and felt like it was dragging. This mixed with how much of the plot only focused on Millie being a single mom instead of her and Jake building their relationship, I had to give it four stars instead of five.
Thank you Madyn and BookSirens for the opportunity to read Chasing Hartes. All opinions and reviews are my own.
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🇹🇷🇴🇵🇪🇸
✸ small town
✸ single mother
✸ he falls first and harder
✸ billionaire
October 6, 2026
I will always love a second-chance romance, especially when the new love interest is 100 times better than the last one! ❤️
Millie is a single mom who has spent so much of her time taking care of everyone else that she deserves a chance to let loose and do something just for herself. With her girlfriends encouraging her to live in the moment and actually enjoy her birthday vacation, Millie decides to take a chance on a little fun—a one-night stand with a man she assumes she’ll never see again. Except… she was very, very wrong. Jake Parsons is a professional baseball player whose unexpected trade to the Toronto Twisters brings him to Millie’s hometown. What he doesn’t expect is for his new teammates to introduce him to none other than the mystery woman he spent one unforgettable night with months earlier. Talk about an awkward reunion!
What starts as a one-night stand quickly turns into something neither of them expected. Jake is determined to chase Millie’s heart, while Millie has plenty of reasons to keep her guard up. Between Jake’s fame, his past, and Millie’s ex, these two have more than enough standing in their way. I loved watching Millie slowly realize that she deserves more than what she had before and that letting someone into her life doesn’t mean giving up her independence. And Jake? He was exactly the kind of man she needed—patient, persistent, and willing to prove that he was in this for more than just a good time. They had great chemistry together, I especially loved seeing their relationship develop beyond the attraction. There was plenty of sass, steam, emotion, and drama, with a great cast of supporting characters adding to the story.
Chasing Hartes was such a fun baseball romance and a great introduction to the Toronto Twisters. ⚾❤️ I’m definitely looking forward to spending more time with this team!
Millie is a single mom who has spent so much of her time taking care of everyone else that she deserves a chance to let loose and do something just for herself. With her girlfriends encouraging her to live in the moment and actually enjoy her birthday vacation, Millie decides to take a chance on a little fun—a one-night stand with a man she assumes she’ll never see again. Except… she was very, very wrong. Jake Parsons is a professional baseball player whose unexpected trade to the Toronto Twisters brings him to Millie’s hometown. What he doesn’t expect is for his new teammates to introduce him to none other than the mystery woman he spent one unforgettable night with months earlier. Talk about an awkward reunion!
What starts as a one-night stand quickly turns into something neither of them expected. Jake is determined to chase Millie’s heart, while Millie has plenty of reasons to keep her guard up. Between Jake’s fame, his past, and Millie’s ex, these two have more than enough standing in their way. I loved watching Millie slowly realize that she deserves more than what she had before and that letting someone into her life doesn’t mean giving up her independence. And Jake? He was exactly the kind of man she needed—patient, persistent, and willing to prove that he was in this for more than just a good time. They had great chemistry together, I especially loved seeing their relationship develop beyond the attraction. There was plenty of sass, steam, emotion, and drama, with a great cast of supporting characters adding to the story.
Chasing Hartes was such a fun baseball romance and a great introduction to the Toronto Twisters. ⚾❤️ I’m definitely looking forward to spending more time with this team!
November 29, 2023
🐚 𝐀𝐑𝐂 𝐑𝐄𝐕𝐈𝐄𝐖 🐚
𝗧𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝘀: small town, single mom, billionaire, sport romance, he falls first, one night stand
𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀: emotional abuse & manipulation, physical violence
This book is so good, you really have to read it!!
Millie and Jack's story is a very emotional one, with many ups and downs, with nasty situations that always came in their way, but in the end their love won.
Millie is a single mother after her ex left her ex-best friend pregnant while she was pregnant herself. Many years after that moment, Millie is still controlled by her ex's words, thus unable to live her life to the fullest. All this, changes when, on her birthday, on the cruise where she was with her friends, she spends a one night stand with Jack and fate brings them back together later.
She wants to have a relationship with him, but the drama in her ex makes her stay away here for Jack. But how will Jack's presence in her life change the current situation?
Jack is a baseball player who falls madly for Millie since the first night together. When he finally finds her, he wants to spend as much time as possible with her, and with her daughter who conquers him from the first. He is the perfect man for them. He is there for Millie and helps her fight her ex when things get complicated.
Although I would have liked to focus more on Jack's character and backstory, and for Millie to meet his family, the author did an excellent job overall.
It's not really a spicy book, because it puts a lot of emphasis on the plot, but there are some steamy scenes.
Thank you Madyn Rose for the opportunity to read this amazing book in exchange for an honest review.
This book was received via BookSirens.
𝗧𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝘀: small town, single mom, billionaire, sport romance, he falls first, one night stand
𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀: emotional abuse & manipulation, physical violence
This book is so good, you really have to read it!!
Millie and Jack's story is a very emotional one, with many ups and downs, with nasty situations that always came in their way, but in the end their love won.
Millie is a single mother after her ex left her ex-best friend pregnant while she was pregnant herself. Many years after that moment, Millie is still controlled by her ex's words, thus unable to live her life to the fullest. All this, changes when, on her birthday, on the cruise where she was with her friends, she spends a one night stand with Jack and fate brings them back together later.
She wants to have a relationship with him, but the drama in her ex makes her stay away here for Jack. But how will Jack's presence in her life change the current situation?
Jack is a baseball player who falls madly for Millie since the first night together. When he finally finds her, he wants to spend as much time as possible with her, and with her daughter who conquers him from the first. He is the perfect man for them. He is there for Millie and helps her fight her ex when things get complicated.
Although I would have liked to focus more on Jack's character and backstory, and for Millie to meet his family, the author did an excellent job overall.
It's not really a spicy book, because it puts a lot of emphasis on the plot, but there are some steamy scenes.
Thank you Madyn Rose for the opportunity to read this amazing book in exchange for an honest review.
This book was received via BookSirens.
October 2, 2026
ARC Review
3.5🌶️
This was such a cute, swoony romance! 😭💕 What Happens on Vacation follows Millie, a single mom who isn't looking for love, and Jake, a baseball player who becomes very determined to win her over.
Jake was easily my favorite part. He is SO sweet and caring toward both Millie and Aubree, and watching him become attached to them had me absolutely melting. Their relationship is very attraction-heavy from the beginning, and one thing I did feel was missing was more of a buildup for why they fell for each other so quickly. I would've loved more of that emotional development between the attraction and the deeper feelings.
BUT honestly? The romance was so adorable that eventually I just stopped caring. 😂 I was giggling, kicking my feet, and fully invested in these two. The chemistry was great, and even the spicy scenes worked for me because they felt like a natural part of their relationship.
I also really loved Millie's friendship group. Her four friends genuinely adore each other, and their friendship brought so much warmth and fun to the story. And Aubree was absolutely precious! 🥹 Watching her bond with Jake was one of my favorite parts.
There is some third-act drama, of course 🙃, but thankfully it doesn't drag on forever, and the story gives us the satisfying happily-ever-after I was desperately hoping for.
Overall, this was such a fun, feel-good romance with a sweet couple, adorable family dynamics, wonderful friendships, and a very lovable girl dad. Jake Parsons, you have my heart. 😭💕
4/5 ⭐
3.5🌶️
This was such a cute, swoony romance! 😭💕 What Happens on Vacation follows Millie, a single mom who isn't looking for love, and Jake, a baseball player who becomes very determined to win her over.
Jake was easily my favorite part. He is SO sweet and caring toward both Millie and Aubree, and watching him become attached to them had me absolutely melting. Their relationship is very attraction-heavy from the beginning, and one thing I did feel was missing was more of a buildup for why they fell for each other so quickly. I would've loved more of that emotional development between the attraction and the deeper feelings.
BUT honestly? The romance was so adorable that eventually I just stopped caring. 😂 I was giggling, kicking my feet, and fully invested in these two. The chemistry was great, and even the spicy scenes worked for me because they felt like a natural part of their relationship.
I also really loved Millie's friendship group. Her four friends genuinely adore each other, and their friendship brought so much warmth and fun to the story. And Aubree was absolutely precious! 🥹 Watching her bond with Jake was one of my favorite parts.
There is some third-act drama, of course 🙃, but thankfully it doesn't drag on forever, and the story gives us the satisfying happily-ever-after I was desperately hoping for.
Overall, this was such a fun, feel-good romance with a sweet couple, adorable family dynamics, wonderful friendships, and a very lovable girl dad. Jake Parsons, you have my heart. 😭💕
4/5 ⭐
October 3, 2026
This story gave me ALL the feels in the best way. 💜
Millie is an amazing single mom who will do anything to give her daughter the best life possible—even if that means moving back to her hometown and dealing with her toxic ex and all the drama that comes with him, all in hopes that he will step up to be the dad their daughter deserves.
She’s so busy focusing on being a mom that she forgets to take care of herself. So, when her best friends take her on a cruise for her birthday, she decides it’s finally time to have a little fun. There, she meets a mystery man… and after some serious encouragement (okay, constant nagging 😂) from her well-meaning besties, she decides she deserves one night just for herself.
No strings. No names. Just one night.
Fast-forward to everyday life, where Millie’s friends continue trying to convince her to date and eventually decide to play matchmaker. Enter Jake. 👀 Handsome baseball player. Great guy. And… her mystery man?!
WHAT NOW?! 😂
Both Millie and Jake are modest millionaires with complicated backstories, and watching them navigate family drama, heartbreak, distance, and all the twists and turns had me laughing, crying, gasping, and saying “awww” more times than I can count. But the best part? Watching them figure out who they are individually and who they can be together. And honestly, watching Jake build a relationship with Millie’s almost-five-year-old daughter was even better. 🥹💜
This small-town romance had everything I wanted and is officially one of my top reads so far this year! 💜📚
Millie is an amazing single mom who will do anything to give her daughter the best life possible—even if that means moving back to her hometown and dealing with her toxic ex and all the drama that comes with him, all in hopes that he will step up to be the dad their daughter deserves.
She’s so busy focusing on being a mom that she forgets to take care of herself. So, when her best friends take her on a cruise for her birthday, she decides it’s finally time to have a little fun. There, she meets a mystery man… and after some serious encouragement (okay, constant nagging 😂) from her well-meaning besties, she decides she deserves one night just for herself.
No strings. No names. Just one night.
Fast-forward to everyday life, where Millie’s friends continue trying to convince her to date and eventually decide to play matchmaker. Enter Jake. 👀 Handsome baseball player. Great guy. And… her mystery man?!
WHAT NOW?! 😂
Both Millie and Jake are modest millionaires with complicated backstories, and watching them navigate family drama, heartbreak, distance, and all the twists and turns had me laughing, crying, gasping, and saying “awww” more times than I can count. But the best part? Watching them figure out who they are individually and who they can be together. And honestly, watching Jake build a relationship with Millie’s almost-five-year-old daughter was even better. 🥹💜
This small-town romance had everything I wanted and is officially one of my top reads so far this year! 💜📚
November 29, 2023
Chasing Hartes by Madyn Rose was a beautiful sports romance about a single mother and a baseball player. The writing style was easy to follow and once I started this book, it only took me two days to finish. I really enjoyed the character of Millie and was rooting for her to find happiness. The male love interest, Jack, was very sweet and I was a big fan of his. Their relationship seemed genuine, however, I was a bit frustrated throughout the book with how many ups and downs their relationship seemed to have. It was realistic enough though with the trauma that Millie went through with her ex-boyfriend.
This book was truly a great sports romance, and that is coming from someone who is a big sports romance fan. I never really knew what was going to happen next and the relationship between Jack and Millie’s daughter, Aubree, was really cute. I definitely would recommend this book to any sports romance lovers.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This book was truly a great sports romance, and that is coming from someone who is a big sports romance fan. I never really knew what was going to happen next and the relationship between Jack and Millie’s daughter, Aubree, was really cute. I definitely would recommend this book to any sports romance lovers.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
December 13, 2023
3.5 ⭐️ 2🌶️
✨Tropes ✨
❤️small town
❤️single mom
❤️billionaire
❤️he falls first and harder
❤️baseball romance
❤️open door
These tropes are what dreams are made of ☁️💕
First, congratulations to Madyn on this beautiful debut!
These characters were definitely put through the ringer but it was a great reminder that the right person is always worth fighting for.
My heart felt for Millie who was struggling to learn how to lean on someone else and let love into her life. All while having to deal with a manipulative ex causing drama!
Jake was wonderful, flawed for sure at times, but overall a good guy. What I really admired is that once he made up his mind that this was the girl for him, he hardcore pursued her and didn't give up. I was definitely rooting for him!
I did have an issue connecting with the authors "voice" throughout the story but the plot kept me going.
Overall I did enjoy it and would recommend
**I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.**
✨Tropes ✨
❤️small town
❤️single mom
❤️billionaire
❤️he falls first and harder
❤️baseball romance
❤️open door
These tropes are what dreams are made of ☁️💕
First, congratulations to Madyn on this beautiful debut!
These characters were definitely put through the ringer but it was a great reminder that the right person is always worth fighting for.
My heart felt for Millie who was struggling to learn how to lean on someone else and let love into her life. All while having to deal with a manipulative ex causing drama!
Jake was wonderful, flawed for sure at times, but overall a good guy. What I really admired is that once he made up his mind that this was the girl for him, he hardcore pursued her and didn't give up. I was definitely rooting for him!
I did have an issue connecting with the authors "voice" throughout the story but the plot kept me going.
Overall I did enjoy it and would recommend
**I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.**
October 2, 2026
I absolutely loved this book and read it completely in one day because i could not put it down. There was so many plot twists in this book that kept me hooked and enthralled in this love story.
If you love a man that grovels and yearns, then this book is absolutely for you. I loved Jake and Millies character development. I can absolutely connect with Millies growth as a person. This book is filled with characters that you will absolutely fall in love with and some that you will hate (rightfully so) but the ending makes it all worth it because this book projects real life and the ups and downs that we all experience in life.
I absolutely can’t wait to read more books in this interconnected stand alone series.
(complete transparency i often avoid single mom/single dad tropes but this book is so beautifully written that you can’t help but fall in love with this trope and i’m so excited that i gave this book a chance and you should too :) <3)
read if you love
billionaire boyfriend >
baseball sports romance >
single mom>
a yearning man>
independent hardworking fmc>
If you love a man that grovels and yearns, then this book is absolutely for you. I loved Jake and Millies character development. I can absolutely connect with Millies growth as a person. This book is filled with characters that you will absolutely fall in love with and some that you will hate (rightfully so) but the ending makes it all worth it because this book projects real life and the ups and downs that we all experience in life.
I absolutely can’t wait to read more books in this interconnected stand alone series.
(complete transparency i often avoid single mom/single dad tropes but this book is so beautifully written that you can’t help but fall in love with this trope and i’m so excited that i gave this book a chance and you should too :) <3)
read if you love
billionaire boyfriend >
baseball sports romance >
single mom>
a yearning man>
independent hardworking fmc>
October 2, 2026
This is the first book in Toronto twisters series. Millie and Jake meet while on a cruise and have a one night stand. That's all it was supposed to be. Millie is a single mom with a baby daddy who wants nothing more than to make her life hell.
Months pass and they end up at same place and meeting again. Jake hasn't been able to get millie out of his head and now that he's found her again he won't let her go.
My thoughts on this book were all over the place. Jake is the walking definition of "if he wanted to he would". The flowers!, the way he treats her daughter like she's everything to him and not a burden and they way he stands up for millie.
But the book also had me wanting to scream. Millies ex is a nightmare and will stop at nothing to make her life hell, even though he's the reason it ended and is married with a family. I wanted to reach through the book and slap him so many times ugh.
This was such an emotional rollarcoaster in the best way. Definitely recommend checking this out!
Months pass and they end up at same place and meeting again. Jake hasn't been able to get millie out of his head and now that he's found her again he won't let her go.
My thoughts on this book were all over the place. Jake is the walking definition of "if he wanted to he would". The flowers!, the way he treats her daughter like she's everything to him and not a burden and they way he stands up for millie.
But the book also had me wanting to scream. Millies ex is a nightmare and will stop at nothing to make her life hell, even though he's the reason it ended and is married with a family. I wanted to reach through the book and slap him so many times ugh.
This was such an emotional rollarcoaster in the best way. Definitely recommend checking this out!
December 22, 2023
Having been raised by a single mom, this story really resonated with me because I always wanted my mom to find an amazing man who would sweep her off her feet.
Chasing Hartes gives us that sense of a fairy tale but doesn't loose a connection to reality. Millie is a sympathetic character, who is understandably afraid of a second chance at love after being burned by her ex-boyfriend and ex-bestie. As the story develops, and we learn more about Millie's past, you empathize with her reluctance even more.
The chemistry between her and Jake is fun, steamy, and pulls us right into their complicated relationship. I also loved the connection between Jake and Millie's daughter, Aubree.
Rose does a wonderful job showing us the challenges both Millie and Jake must overcome to establish their relationship. This sweet, steamy romance is an enjoyable read and has a satisfying resolution. I look forward to more from Madyn Rose!
Chasing Hartes gives us that sense of a fairy tale but doesn't loose a connection to reality. Millie is a sympathetic character, who is understandably afraid of a second chance at love after being burned by her ex-boyfriend and ex-bestie. As the story develops, and we learn more about Millie's past, you empathize with her reluctance even more.
The chemistry between her and Jake is fun, steamy, and pulls us right into their complicated relationship. I also loved the connection between Jake and Millie's daughter, Aubree.
Rose does a wonderful job showing us the challenges both Millie and Jake must overcome to establish their relationship. This sweet, steamy romance is an enjoyable read and has a satisfying resolution. I look forward to more from Madyn Rose!
October 2, 2026
This book was incredibly sweet and truly warmed my heart. I found myself connecting with it on a deeper level, especially because I was a single mom myself for many years.
I really understood Millie and how protective she is of her daughter. I could also relate to the fear of how an ex or the father of your child might react negatively to a new man being introduced into your child’s life—even when he has already moved on and has a wife or partner of his own.
Watching the connection between Jake and Millie bloom was absolutely beautiful. Their relationship felt sweet, genuine, and hopeful.
This book is such a lovely reminder to single moms that moving forward in life and opening your heart to a new relationship is possible. You might not find a professional athlete like Millie did, but you can find happiness, love, and a new chapter for yourself.
This story truly warmed my heart and left me with such a wonderful feeling.
I really understood Millie and how protective she is of her daughter. I could also relate to the fear of how an ex or the father of your child might react negatively to a new man being introduced into your child’s life—even when he has already moved on and has a wife or partner of his own.
Watching the connection between Jake and Millie bloom was absolutely beautiful. Their relationship felt sweet, genuine, and hopeful.
This book is such a lovely reminder to single moms that moving forward in life and opening your heart to a new relationship is possible. You might not find a professional athlete like Millie did, but you can find happiness, love, and a new chapter for yourself.
This story truly warmed my heart and left me with such a wonderful feeling.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 25, 2023
Sweet story about second chance love after a really bad relationship. Millie is a single mom who works in construction. She’s just taking care of her little daughter Aubree. Millie’s friends takes her on a cruise for her birthday where she meets Jake. Jake saves her from getting hit during a fight. These two instantly hit it off with one another. As time goes by they begin to hang out together more and more. In the midst of their new romance Aubree’s father Nick comes in and does his best to destroy their relationship. I loved the fact that Jake didn’t allow Millie to give up on them. He came in and was like a healing balm to all of Millie’s pain. He absolutely loved Aubree as well. She was just so cute. I loved the fact that Millie’s brothers Avery and Alex were there for her as well. This was a very sweet romance.
I received an ARC copy and I am voluntarily leaving my review.
I received an ARC copy and I am voluntarily leaving my review.
October 28, 2023
Listen, but listen closely.
☆ Single mom
☆ Small town
☆ Sportie MMC
☆ One night stand
— can you say NO to that? Because I can't.
I loved this story. It sat with me really well especially after dark reads I went through. This one is cute, steamy, there IS spice but steam is overpowering it.
Jake is a character that you would like to strangle but in the next moment hug. Not to spoil anything but there are those cute moments like the flowers part but then there is that "I left because I forgot my clothes" part. As I said I want to choke him but then I want to hug him. But then at the end he is such a cutie and softie for "his girls" that you can't not to melt.
And Millie, a single mom who always puts her daughter first. I think Nick f**ked her up pretty bad, mentally, I mean it's not I think it is infact that he did. But that's why we have Jake there.
Anyways as I said this is great read if you like tropes above.
⭐️5/5
🌶2,5/5
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
☆ Single mom
☆ Small town
☆ Sportie MMC
☆ One night stand
— can you say NO to that? Because I can't.
I loved this story. It sat with me really well especially after dark reads I went through. This one is cute, steamy, there IS spice but steam is overpowering it.
Jake is a character that you would like to strangle but in the next moment hug. Not to spoil anything but there are those cute moments like the flowers part but then there is that "I left because I forgot my clothes" part. As I said I want to choke him but then I want to hug him. But then at the end he is such a cutie and softie for "his girls" that you can't not to melt.
And Millie, a single mom who always puts her daughter first. I think Nick f**ked her up pretty bad, mentally, I mean it's not I think it is infact that he did. But that's why we have Jake there.
Anyways as I said this is great read if you like tropes above.
⭐️5/5
🌶2,5/5
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 27, 2023
Chasing Hartes was such a great story, and I had the best time reading this book. Millie is a single mom to the sweetest little girl named Aubree. She works in construction, along with raising her little girl. Millie's friends take her on a cruise for her birthday, and that's when she meets Jake. Jake steps in and protects her during a fight, and they instantly hit it off. They spend time together, and Jake is the best thing to happen to Millie. He's fixing a heart that he didn't break, along with loving a little girl that he didn't make. But leave it to Millie's ex Nick to try and ruin everything. I did love how Jake refused to let that happen, and honestly, I was cheering so hard for Jake and Millie as a couple. This story read very well, and I was surprised to learn that it was a debut. Well done.
September 24, 2026
Chasing Hearts is am incredible book.
I've only recently become familiar with this new to me author.
This story follows Amilia, a single mother,that moved back to her small town to get her daughter to have a better relationship with her father. Even if it meant putting herself in an unhappy situation.
Jake plays baseball for a living. He meets Millie on a cruise and they share one night of passion.
These two reunite when friends who also got together on that cruise, try to set them up. Also not knowing they had a hook up.
This is one super cute, hot and crazy story.
When Millie's ex, Nick, tries to ruin everything.
This was a really fun story to read. The characters are incredible and the storyline is fun and engaging. I really enjoyed sweet little Aubree, what a princess.
5 stars.
I've only recently become familiar with this new to me author.
This story follows Amilia, a single mother,that moved back to her small town to get her daughter to have a better relationship with her father. Even if it meant putting herself in an unhappy situation.
Jake plays baseball for a living. He meets Millie on a cruise and they share one night of passion.
These two reunite when friends who also got together on that cruise, try to set them up. Also not knowing they had a hook up.
This is one super cute, hot and crazy story.
When Millie's ex, Nick, tries to ruin everything.
This was a really fun story to read. The characters are incredible and the storyline is fun and engaging. I really enjoyed sweet little Aubree, what a princess.
5 stars.
November 12, 2023
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This story is about a single mom, Millie, who lives for her daughter Aubree.
Her ex, Nick, is a total scumbag - who wants to be in Aubree's life, but mostly just with his new family.
Millie has some outstanding friends who make sure that she gets some girl time.
They are on a cruise and Millie finally lets loose and has a one-night stand with a stranger.
She can't stop thinking about him and one day - they meet again.
Jack also wants Millie, and he fights for her and Aubree.
I can definitely recommend that you read this book. It is sweet and I believe that a lot of single parents can relate to Millie's situation with a new guy while struggling with the ex.
This story is about a single mom, Millie, who lives for her daughter Aubree.
Her ex, Nick, is a total scumbag - who wants to be in Aubree's life, but mostly just with his new family.
Millie has some outstanding friends who make sure that she gets some girl time.
They are on a cruise and Millie finally lets loose and has a one-night stand with a stranger.
She can't stop thinking about him and one day - they meet again.
Jack also wants Millie, and he fights for her and Aubree.
I can definitely recommend that you read this book. It is sweet and I believe that a lot of single parents can relate to Millie's situation with a new guy while struggling with the ex.
October 11, 2023
So this is the first time I’m reading a book by this author, and it was really freaking great book. I stay up all night to finish reading it.
But I do have some things that I feel like need to be said about this book I feel like Millie was really insecure about herself in any relationship she got into and I feel like jack and Millie was a really great couple. But I feel like that they’re back-and-forth made a book way longer than it should have been. But Other than that really enjoyed reading. something different.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
But I do have some things that I feel like need to be said about this book I feel like Millie was really insecure about herself in any relationship she got into and I feel like jack and Millie was a really great couple. But I feel like that they’re back-and-forth made a book way longer than it should have been. But Other than that really enjoyed reading. something different.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 21, 2026
This book got me so good. I have seen this first hand how this story is so true unfortunately. The ex (who does not deserve to be named) he was such a jerk for using the child. I want to say that she wrote this story so well, being able to make the reader connect to heartache and just the true reality of being a single mom. She highlighted the struggles of the independence that comes with that need to be everything for your child. She also did such a great job explaining the feeling when a new person comes into the child’s life. This book was written sooooo well. Thank you for allowing me to read this!
September 30, 2026
Summary
Millie meets Jake on a cruise ship and they have a one night stand. Millie is a single mum who always puts her daughter first and is unsure on relationships. Jake falls hard for Millie and sets out to make her fall in love with him.
My thoughts
I loved reading this book and once I started reading it, I couldn't put it down. I loved the two main characters. They worked well together and managed to navigate any issues they faced. Millie is a strong woman who knows her mind and is an excellently written character. I loved Jake and he was such a lovely guy. If you like sports tropes and single parent tropes then this is for you.
Millie meets Jake on a cruise ship and they have a one night stand. Millie is a single mum who always puts her daughter first and is unsure on relationships. Jake falls hard for Millie and sets out to make her fall in love with him.
My thoughts
I loved reading this book and once I started reading it, I couldn't put it down. I loved the two main characters. They worked well together and managed to navigate any issues they faced. Millie is a strong woman who knows her mind and is an excellently written character. I loved Jake and he was such a lovely guy. If you like sports tropes and single parent tropes then this is for you.
November 6, 2023
What an awesome sports romance. I loved Jake and Millie's story, and Aubrey was adorable. Nick and Misha were horrible, but I am glad Millie stood up to them finally. Millie is such a good mom. Mitch, Lisa, Gia, and Sam were awesome characters that stood by Millie and Jake through and through! They are real friends that will stop at nothing to ensure Millie and Jake find their HEA.. Loved this book it made my heart melt!!!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 14, 2023
this story Millie a single mom that never goes out decides to have a one night stand with a hot stranger she just met . Her thinking it's all over but what happens when he turns up in town.Millie is a sweetheart that seem to always overthinking. Jake is a hot kind caring person that goes with the flow. They are two opposites that blend so well together. I loved that she finally let loose and let go of her insecurities. This was a sweet fun read and definitely recommend.i received a review copy in exchange for a voluntary review .
October 5, 2026
3.5/5 stars!
This book was so cute! I absolutely LOVED Jake, and now I want a man like that. But in all seriousness this book was well written, the storytelling between the 2 characters were just so cute.
The one thing was I was a little iffy about was the introduction to some topics towards the end of the book (one example being Jake being a billionaire) I kinda wish there were hints through out the book.
But other than that, I loved it. It made me giggle, and some of the things made my jaw drop to the floor.
This book was so cute! I absolutely LOVED Jake, and now I want a man like that. But in all seriousness this book was well written, the storytelling between the 2 characters were just so cute.
The one thing was I was a little iffy about was the introduction to some topics towards the end of the book (one example being Jake being a billionaire) I kinda wish there were hints through out the book.
But other than that, I loved it. It made me giggle, and some of the things made my jaw drop to the floor.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 5, 2026
I'm a sucker for a sports romance, this one was just a little too back and forth for me. I liked the characters and the world they lived in. But for each roadblock they faced, I feel like they weren't really together enough before to have that big of a setback...just to end up engaged that quickly. As a mom I get protecting your kid, but I feel like Millie definitely was way too short with Jake every single time. Especially when he was basically nothing but a walking green flag. It had promise, just didn't quite deliver as well as I wanted it to.
October 26, 2023
I loved this book so much. It shows the struggles and insecurities of a single mom trying to find love after being in a toxic and abusive relationship. I love the relationship between Millie and Jake and how much Jake adores Aubree. Without spoiling too much, I was so excited that they got their happy ending. I would give this book a 10/10 and would recommend to anyone looking for a cute love story. The groveling in the book was perfect too!
November 10, 2023
I found my next favorite read in Madyn Rose's debut romance novel CHASING HARTES! She hit this one out of the park, creating a beautiful romance full of twists, friendship and family, and the ultimate happily ever after. Madyn delivers on the tropes with chemistry between her characters that keeps readers glued to the page for just one more chapter. This amazing debut is packed with everything a romance reader craves!
November 30, 2024
Great story, but the writing needs some help
I loved this story. There were several sub-plots that kept me guessing. However, the writing itself is kind of bad. A lot of it is just poor editing, but as I was reading it was often clear this was a new author. I didn’t want to discourage the author by rating three stars, and I really liked the plot and the characters, so I gave it four.
I loved this story. There were several sub-plots that kept me guessing. However, the writing itself is kind of bad. A lot of it is just poor editing, but as I was reading it was often clear this was a new author. I didn’t want to discourage the author by rating three stars, and I really liked the plot and the characters, so I gave it four.
October 11, 2026
Millie, Jake, and especially Sweet Aubree will keep you glued to the pages as you get lost in the rollercoaster that is their world.
Millie and Jake meet on a cruise and while one is looking forward to a one night stand with no strings.. the other can't fathom such a thought.
Mix in some messy exes and meddling parents.. and you've got yourself a page-turner.
Loved this read and looking forward to more by Madyn ❤️
Millie and Jake meet on a cruise and while one is looking forward to a one night stand with no strings.. the other can't fathom such a thought.
Mix in some messy exes and meddling parents.. and you've got yourself a page-turner.
Loved this read and looking forward to more by Madyn ❤️
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