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Holly Springs #2
The Anchor
Parker Hayes has just graduated at the top of his class from law school. He has an amazing new job and a killer new bachelor pad. Life is good! It’s damn near perfect. But something is missing. No matter how hard he tries, he hasn’t been able to get Nikki Reese off his mind. The mind-blowing, sex-filled weekend they spent together was more incredible than anything he’s ever experienced. But the brief encounter wasn’t enough, and now Parker finds himself musing over if he’ll ever see Nikki again. Just one more touch…
Nikki Reese is Holly Spring’s beauty queen. She’s the kind of woman that can smile, taking a man’s breath away, all while flipping him the bird. Pageants are her life and she’s determined to make it to the Miss USA pageant no matter what. No. Matter. What.
But what was supposed to be a fun-filled—no strings attached—weekend together in New York changes all of that.
Months after their fling, Nikki discovers the incredible time they spent together will forever change her life. Two bold pink lines have written a fate she’s not sure how to deal with. When Parker discovers the news, to her surprise, he rushes to Nikki’s side, ready and willing to help in any way he can.
Seeing Nikki again sends Parker’s imagination running wild, but he keeps his cravings in check for the time being. The two agree to work together for the sake of their child, but neither can fight the intense, raw chemistry between them. But when Nikki’s abandonment issues threaten to divide them, brutally sending them drifting apart, Parker must become the one who keeps them grounded and intact.
He must be The Anchor.
She may feel like she’s shattered into a million little pieces, but he’s about to show her that letting him go again is not an option.
Nikki Reese is Holly Spring’s beauty queen. She’s the kind of woman that can smile, taking a man’s breath away, all while flipping him the bird. Pageants are her life and she’s determined to make it to the Miss USA pageant no matter what. No. Matter. What.
But what was supposed to be a fun-filled—no strings attached—weekend together in New York changes all of that.
Months after their fling, Nikki discovers the incredible time they spent together will forever change her life. Two bold pink lines have written a fate she’s not sure how to deal with. When Parker discovers the news, to her surprise, he rushes to Nikki’s side, ready and willing to help in any way he can.
Seeing Nikki again sends Parker’s imagination running wild, but he keeps his cravings in check for the time being. The two agree to work together for the sake of their child, but neither can fight the intense, raw chemistry between them. But when Nikki’s abandonment issues threaten to divide them, brutally sending them drifting apart, Parker must become the one who keeps them grounded and intact.
He must be The Anchor.
She may feel like she’s shattered into a million little pieces, but he’s about to show her that letting him go again is not an option.
270 pages, Paperback
First published July 16, 2015
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August 21, 2017
I loved Parker and Nikki's story. They are so great together.
After only a weekend spend together Parker is hooked on Nikki for good but she just ignores all his attempts at communication. If not for the distance between them I'm sure Parker would camp outside her appartment to get her to give him another chance.
To say that Nikki has trust and self-worth issues would be an understatement. This woman was abandoned by her mother and ignored by her father and aside for Eddie there is no-one in her life to concider as family.
I loved how Parker stood by her side and didn't resign after her many attemps to deflate him. But his eagerness to accept the pregnancy and change all his plans to pursue a relationship with someone he barely knew felt over the top to me. I admired him for it but I would expect at least a few concerns on his part.
I loved the little details that were added to the story about Eddie and John and can't wait for the next book to come out concerning their best friend Joey.
After only a weekend spend together Parker is hooked on Nikki for good but she just ignores all his attempts at communication. If not for the distance between them I'm sure Parker would camp outside her appartment to get her to give him another chance.
To say that Nikki has trust and self-worth issues would be an understatement. This woman was abandoned by her mother and ignored by her father and aside for Eddie there is no-one in her life to concider as family.
I loved how Parker stood by her side and didn't resign after her many attemps to deflate him. But his eagerness to accept the pregnancy and change all his plans to pursue a relationship with someone he barely knew felt over the top to me. I admired him for it but I would expect at least a few concerns on his part.
I loved the little details that were added to the story about Eddie and John and can't wait for the next book to come out concerning their best friend Joey.
Did Not Finish
July 28, 2015Edit: Please read the discussion below for even more disgusting details on this "hero." /gag
What is up with authors and having to write descriptive sex scenes with OW? I hate that shit so much.
Chapter two starts off with the hero "thrusting" into some chick and then cuddling in bed with her. It worse than usual because the H/h have already slept together 2 months ago. This hero couldn't keep his dick in his pants for 2 months? I'm so done here.
What is up with authors and having to write descriptive sex scenes with OW? I hate that shit so much.
Chapter two starts off with the hero "thrusting" into some chick and then cuddling in bed with her. It worse than usual because the H/h have already slept together 2 months ago. This hero couldn't keep his dick in his pants for 2 months? I'm so done here.
November 2, 2015
Oh I loved this...
this is a second book in the Holly Springs series and it should be read after
cause in the first book we meet them all - John, Edie, Nikki and Parker with other substantial secondary characters...So, here, the story is based on Parker & Nikki (Parker being John's friend and Nikki being best friends with Edie)
Nikki is having abandonment issues, with an eloped mother and estranged father, she grew up surrounded by wealth, but without love, she was a beauty peagent queen and she based her existence on looks...and so were her realtionships, meaningless and superficial until she met Parker on her visit to New York with Edie (while she was visiting John)...
the instant pull and chemistry between Parker and Nikki is not something she is willing to deny.
Parker being a laid back charmer and a player feels the connection with Nikki and their weekend together left a huge impact on him. He is willing to go the step further with her but she cuts him off...
the next weeks away from each other pass in Peter's distant pursuit until the fate and two little red lines on a stick play a crucial role in facing the responsibilities, inner fears,dealing with decisions, issues while growing up...and falling in love!
this was romance, swooning romance with a worthy male hero (Parker, you have a pass in my book anytime)where second chances are even more questionable and stronger to fight for!
I enjoyed very much in this story, It was my third book by B.N. Toler and she's becoming my "go to author" on any occasion, so far she made me ugly cry and reflect in
, she made me laugh and sexy smirk at the massive hot and steamy role plays in and she made me smile and swoon over Parker in 
I can't wait to see what she has in her sleeve next
July 14, 2015
☆ I received an ARC via the author in exchange for an honest review. Thank you! ! ☆
John and Edie’s besties! Yay!
I was actually really looking forward to this installment after being introduced to them in The Suit. They were amazing pair who had explosive and wonderful chemistry and rapport.
After a steamy weekend together, Nikki thinks it’s a one time thing but Parker wants to explore more with her.
But when fate steps in, and lays one hell of a bomb on top of the both of them, will they take the next step in their kinda-sorta relationship? Or is it just not meant to be?
BN Toler does not let me down! I’ve been a fan of her writing for a while now, and yet, she continues to amaze me. I loved how Parker was more than meets eye. He was a total player, well before Nikki, but he has brains, loyalty, and most importantly, a heart of gold. As for Nikki-- yeah, girl has a bit of issues, but she is still lovable and a totally realistic type of character. You may or may not get on with her at first, but by the end, you will be cheering her and of course Parker on.
An imperfect, beautiful love story that readers will love!
John and Edie’s besties! Yay!
I was actually really looking forward to this installment after being introduced to them in The Suit. They were amazing pair who had explosive and wonderful chemistry and rapport.
After a steamy weekend together, Nikki thinks it’s a one time thing but Parker wants to explore more with her.
But when fate steps in, and lays one hell of a bomb on top of the both of them, will they take the next step in their kinda-sorta relationship? Or is it just not meant to be?
BN Toler does not let me down! I’ve been a fan of her writing for a while now, and yet, she continues to amaze me. I loved how Parker was more than meets eye. He was a total player, well before Nikki, but he has brains, loyalty, and most importantly, a heart of gold. As for Nikki-- yeah, girl has a bit of issues, but she is still lovable and a totally realistic type of character. You may or may not get on with her at first, but by the end, you will be cheering her and of course Parker on.
An imperfect, beautiful love story that readers will love!
October 13, 2016
DNF 50%
I'm sorry. I could not get into this book.
So the characters hook up over a weekend, the h brushes the H off, and the H pursues the h from across the country, over social media. When he comes back together with her for their bff engagement party it's all its only you, you've had me since we met, we are special, I couldn't get you off my mind, just give us a shot, I've been trying to start something the last few months with you.
Okay great sentiment, and if it were true I would have kept reading. But the first scene our H is in, he is "balls deep" in a random hook up.... Yes... He has definitely been pining away. If his hook up with the h had truly been random, and he had no way of getting in touch and knew he would never see her again then I could get over this. But actively pursuing the h, after their hook up, while still hooking up with other people, KNOWING he would see her in a few months, and would try to start something with her then? I'm sorry, this does not a devoted hero make.
Also I didn't put the spoiler tag on this because all of this happens within the first few chapters....
I'm sorry. I could not get into this book.
So the characters hook up over a weekend, the h brushes the H off, and the H pursues the h from across the country, over social media. When he comes back together with her for their bff engagement party it's all its only you, you've had me since we met, we are special, I couldn't get you off my mind, just give us a shot, I've been trying to start something the last few months with you.
Okay great sentiment, and if it were true I would have kept reading. But the first scene our H is in, he is "balls deep" in a random hook up.... Yes... He has definitely been pining away. If his hook up with the h had truly been random, and he had no way of getting in touch and knew he would never see her again then I could get over this. But actively pursuing the h, after their hook up, while still hooking up with other people, KNOWING he would see her in a few months, and would try to start something with her then? I'm sorry, this does not a devoted hero make.
Also I didn't put the spoiler tag on this because all of this happens within the first few chapters....
February 5, 2017
Готово.Мога вече твърдо да заявя,че всяка жена трябва да си има един Паркър Хейс и живота ще е прекрасен .Ужасно сладникава и романтична,но Паркър прави така,че да се влюбиш в историята и да се чудиш къде са тия мъже???Още от първата книга ми стана интересно какво ще се случи със задявката между Ники и Паркър и ми хареса.Може би малко повече се дърпа Ники,ама нали трябва да има лека драма и го опрощавам.Книжката е страхотна за един разтоварващ следобед.Позитивна и със горещи секс описания на двама влюбени .Вие си преценете дали ви се чете нещо подобно .
February 4, 2017
Паркър, тези четири звезди са само и единствено за теб. :D
July 20, 2015
4.5 - I've been anchored - stars
What an adorable, cute read! I absolutely LOVED the author's first book (The Suit) and didn't think I'd enjoy this one as much as I did (the oops pregnancy tropes aren't normally my go-to reads) but I was so amazingly surprised at how swoony and easy to read this story was.
Yeah the heroine was difficult at times but didn't make me wanna tear out her hair. In fact, I was rooting for her from start to end and the hero...... well yes.... what a sweet cutie he was *sigh*.
Recommended to those who love their sweet, easy reads with a nice dose of sexy times. This book can totally be read as a standalone as it covers a more detailed version of how the H&h met from the first book but as I'm a massive fan of The Suit, I do highly recommend that to be read too.
Told in dual POV with No epilogue but the last chapter gives us a nice HFN and lead into the next book and characters. I think I'm becoming a huge fan of this author and will definitely be continuing this series!
What an adorable, cute read! I absolutely LOVED the author's first book (The Suit) and didn't think I'd enjoy this one as much as I did (the oops pregnancy tropes aren't normally my go-to reads) but I was so amazingly surprised at how swoony and easy to read this story was.
Yeah the heroine was difficult at times but didn't make me wanna tear out her hair. In fact, I was rooting for her from start to end and the hero...... well yes.... what a sweet cutie he was *sigh*.
Recommended to those who love their sweet, easy reads with a nice dose of sexy times. This book can totally be read as a standalone as it covers a more detailed version of how the H&h met from the first book but as I'm a massive fan of The Suit, I do highly recommend that to be read too.
Told in dual POV with No epilogue but the last chapter gives us a nice HFN and lead into the next book and characters. I think I'm becoming a huge fan of this author and will definitely be continuing this series!
June 22, 2015
Sigh, swoon, tears, throws kindle, *changes panties*, sigh, swoon, tear, *changes again*
What more do you need??
BN Toler is one of my all-time favorite story tellers. Her words flow beautifully and she draws you straight into the story, into the character's lives. You feel all the good and all the bad and you are so INVESTED in them, that you can't help but figure out how it's all gonna go.
I loved Nikki-- she's damaged but has a heart of gold. We would totes be friends.
But Parker... oh my, Parker. He's hot and sweet and sexy and demanding and basically everything I could ever want.
The Anchor has all the feels, all the love, all the sexiness you could ever want in a perfect romance. Git it!!!
What more do you need??
BN Toler is one of my all-time favorite story tellers. Her words flow beautifully and she draws you straight into the story, into the character's lives. You feel all the good and all the bad and you are so INVESTED in them, that you can't help but figure out how it's all gonna go.
I loved Nikki-- she's damaged but has a heart of gold. We would totes be friends.
But Parker... oh my, Parker. He's hot and sweet and sexy and demanding and basically everything I could ever want.
The Anchor has all the feels, all the love, all the sexiness you could ever want in a perfect romance. Git it!!!
September 20, 2015
3.0 stars. After anxiously looking forward to this bk I was disappointed in the heroine. Nikki is spoiled and bitchy and tries to push Parker away or sabotage the relationship through too much of the story. Parker's a good guy, in love and doing his best for his preggers girlfriend. Parker makes all the sacrifices and Nikki's never happy. Seems these two are rarely on the same page except when it comes to sex. She's got daddy issues and transfers them to Parker. I could have done with less of that and more of the cute story bk 1 was. Edie and John from The Suit play a decent role in this story, so it had that going for it.
December 2, 2015
Beautiful
Sometimes the unexpected it's what you needed even though it wasn't. There is a reason for everything even the little things. Parker was an amazing character, honorable stand up guy.
If you like unexpected romance, swoon good-looking sexy drop dead gorgeous guy that will make your knees weak by his words and actions, then you must read this.
Sometimes the unexpected it's what you needed even though it wasn't. There is a reason for everything even the little things. Parker was an amazing character, honorable stand up guy.
If you like unexpected romance, swoon good-looking sexy drop dead gorgeous guy that will make your knees weak by his words and actions, then you must read this.
August 29, 2016
I had so much expectations from this book but it turns out like so many NA books out there. Too mich emotions and angst. I haven't felt a connection with the two characters at all. I don't know why Parker was different from other guys but he is. And I don't know why Nikki is special to him but she is. Also, this book centered mostly on Nikki's life and how she deals with her father's issues and now the pregnancy and he her feelings for Parker. The focus on her side of the story made Parker just present there with no conflict of his own but to be the support Nikki needs. Also, too many sex scenes. Like how can a normal person have so much sex???!!! It got to a point where it got boring. And Parker's line "fucking beautifull" was so annoying. He kept saying this like it's the most brilliant and flattering line to have been said ever *gag*.
After this, i think I'll be limiting my NA dose to two books a year. That's it.
After this, i think I'll be limiting my NA dose to two books a year. That's it.
July 17, 2015
4 Stars
December 8, 2020
Тази беше една идея по-добра, ноооо не бях впечатлена.
July 1, 2015
4.5 stars
Firstly I want to say thank you to BNT for The Anchor arc giveaway. I loved it from start to finish!
If you haven't read The Suit then I strongly suggest you do before reading the Anchor because Parker and Nikki already have a connection in book 1, and the main characters (John and Edie) feature heavily in the Anchor, so I think you would enjoy it much more if you were already familiar with them. Plus The Suit is a fantastic read and I would recommend it to anyone who wants a fun and sexy read. Anyhoo - back to the Anchor - we already know Nikki as Edie's smartass, beauty pageant winner BFF and Parker is John's bestie in New York. After their memorable one night hook up (in book 1) they now find themselves connected in a way they hadn't anticipated.
I don't want to give any spoilers away but I do want to say that Parker is an incredibly loveable and tenacious hero, and quite perfect for Nikki and all her baggage. I loved their relationship, even though at times it was one step forward, two steps back. Their connection was quirky, unique and even more important, believable. I think the sassy dialogue with Edie, John, Parker and Nikki was incredibly well done and all the characters were well rounded and totally endearing. As much as Parker and Nikki are the main characters of The Anchor, the story wouldn't have been as good without the secondary characters around them. I'm not a fan of really angsty reads so I was really pleased that The Anchor is very low angst and also managed a balance of fun and light and emotional at times. I only have two small issues that seemed rushed and unfinished at the end. The relationship with Nikki's father was unresolved (or maybe it was? I am not sure) and the issue with Parker's PA. It came to a head but then nothing. Regardless, I can't wait to read more in this series and more work by BNT.
Firstly I want to say thank you to BNT for The Anchor arc giveaway. I loved it from start to finish!
If you haven't read The Suit then I strongly suggest you do before reading the Anchor because Parker and Nikki already have a connection in book 1, and the main characters (John and Edie) feature heavily in the Anchor, so I think you would enjoy it much more if you were already familiar with them. Plus The Suit is a fantastic read and I would recommend it to anyone who wants a fun and sexy read. Anyhoo - back to the Anchor - we already know Nikki as Edie's smartass, beauty pageant winner BFF and Parker is John's bestie in New York. After their memorable one night hook up (in book 1) they now find themselves connected in a way they hadn't anticipated.
I don't want to give any spoilers away but I do want to say that Parker is an incredibly loveable and tenacious hero, and quite perfect for Nikki and all her baggage. I loved their relationship, even though at times it was one step forward, two steps back. Their connection was quirky, unique and even more important, believable. I think the sassy dialogue with Edie, John, Parker and Nikki was incredibly well done and all the characters were well rounded and totally endearing. As much as Parker and Nikki are the main characters of The Anchor, the story wouldn't have been as good without the secondary characters around them. I'm not a fan of really angsty reads so I was really pleased that The Anchor is very low angst and also managed a balance of fun and light and emotional at times. I only have two small issues that seemed rushed and unfinished at the end. The relationship with Nikki's father was unresolved (or maybe it was? I am not sure) and the issue with Parker's PA. It came to a head but then nothing. Regardless, I can't wait to read more in this series and more work by BNT.
July 23, 2015
Sigh....this book was even more perfect than the first in the series (The Suit). Parker is one of the most perfect book men that I've ever had the pleasure to read, and Nikki was flawed but lovable. Their storyline was fabulous and was first introduced in The Suit, when they briefly hooked up when they were with their friends for a weekend in New York.
Nikki is a gorgeous beauty queen rich girl with a bad home-life, and Parker is a New York lawyer who was raised in a modest but loving home. He is so patient with her and delivers one of my favorite book lines ever.....
"I'm here for you, Nikki. No matter what your father says, no matter how this goes, I'm your anchor. I'll hold you steady."
This is only my second book by this author, but I LOVE her writing style. Plus, she can write some very sweet words....
Taking his finger, he tilts my chin up and gives me a chaste kiss. "You're going to fall so deeply in love with me. You won't really see it happening. One day, you'll just wake up and you'll be neck-deep in it."
If you want a fabulous, easy to read, make you smile...and swoon, love story with a HEA and dual POV....this is definitely the book for you.
Nikki is a gorgeous beauty queen rich girl with a bad home-life, and Parker is a New York lawyer who was raised in a modest but loving home. He is so patient with her and delivers one of my favorite book lines ever.....
"I'm here for you, Nikki. No matter what your father says, no matter how this goes, I'm your anchor. I'll hold you steady."
This is only my second book by this author, but I LOVE her writing style. Plus, she can write some very sweet words....
Taking his finger, he tilts my chin up and gives me a chaste kiss. "You're going to fall so deeply in love with me. You won't really see it happening. One day, you'll just wake up and you'll be neck-deep in it."
If you want a fabulous, easy to read, make you smile...and swoon, love story with a HEA and dual POV....this is definitely the book for you.
July 31, 2015
***3.5 Stars***
Enjoyable read with lots of snarky dialogue. Loved Parker and wanted to smack Niki 90% of the time. Still I am enjoying reading Toler's "Holly Springs" series. As with most, I found the second book lacked a little in the storyline and although Parker and Niki definitely brought the heat on, there was just something that didn't flip my switch. I loved John and Edie's story in the first book so much more. It had that little something extra -- most likely the manner in which the author delivered the romance.
I would still recommend this series for any reader who delights in creative and fun-to-read contemporary romance with sizzle. Can't wait to read Joey's story next up.
Enjoyable read with lots of snarky dialogue. Loved Parker and wanted to smack Niki 90% of the time. Still I am enjoying reading Toler's "Holly Springs" series. As with most, I found the second book lacked a little in the storyline and although Parker and Niki definitely brought the heat on, there was just something that didn't flip my switch. I loved John and Edie's story in the first book so much more. It had that little something extra -- most likely the manner in which the author delivered the romance.
I would still recommend this series for any reader who delights in creative and fun-to-read contemporary romance with sizzle. Can't wait to read Joey's story next up.
November 2, 2015
Nothing too special about this book, but I did enjoy it so I think it deserves at least 3 stars! for me.
July 18, 2015
Awesome
This book kept me up til 200 am I could not put it down. I loved loved it, can't wait to read more by this author
This book kept me up til 200 am I could not put it down. I loved loved it, can't wait to read more by this author
September 23, 2015
Oh Parker<3 loved you so much!
I can't wait for "Fucking Joey" haha
I can't wait for "Fucking Joey" haha
July 27, 2015
5 -- “I’m your anchor. I’ll hold you steady.” -- stars
I was very excited to start this book after reading and loving The Suit. I had high expectations and I was very happy that the book didn’t disappoint me; I loved it! I am fan of books about an unexpected pregnancy and I love it even more when the male and female aren’t a couple when she discovers it. The reason I love that type of books is that the pregnancy changes everything for them, it makes them admit their feelings and fall in love. They have their ups and downs, but they always make it work and live happily ever after. In The Anchor, all those things happened, so I loved it! A great read and a addition to the Holly Springs series!
Two months after sharing a wild and passionate one night stand, Nikki’s life is still all about beauty pageants in Holly Springs and Parker works as a lawyer in New York. Nikki founds out that she is pregnant with Parker’s child and her whole life changes. A couple days later, Nikki and Parker meet again in Holly Springs. Nikki tells him she’s pregnant and Parker changes his life for her and for his child. He will take his responsibility and hopes for a relationship with Nikki, because he can’t stop think about her since the weekend they spend together. Nikki has always had a problem with trusting and believing men, but she starts to believe in Parker. Her issues and insecurities don’t go away completely and that doesn’t make it easy for them to be a couple. Parker tries everything to convince her he isn’t like the other men, but will it be enough?
Parker is an amazing guy. Since the weekend they spend together, he tries to contact Nikki and keeps trying, even though she ignores him. He knows she isn’t like other women. He tries everything to convince Nikki that he really won’t leave her and that he loves her, and that was beautiful to read. When Nikki doubts him, I felt sad for Parker. Nikki didn’t have the easiest life. While Parker’s family loves him and supports him, Nikki isn’t so lucky. She has always felt unloved and unwanted. All men have let her down, so I get it why she didn’t have much faith in Parker. Trusting someone takes a long time, so I didn’t expect Nikki to suddenly believe him. She slowly starts to believe in him and Nikki started to grow on me. They are a great couple and love each other very much. They are perfect for each other!
I absolutely loved it that we got to read what happened during the weekend they met. I was hoping for it, because I wondered how and if Parker seduced Nikki or if it was the other way. Their first night was hot! Parker likes to dominate in the bedroom and he is a dirty talker. The author definitely knows how to write a steamy book. I am also happy with the ending of the book. They are both very happy with the pregnancy and with being a couple. They are also scared, but they look forward to the birth. I had hoped that the birth would happen in this book, but we have to wait for it. After reading ‘the end’, I hoped for another book about them, because I think the book only covers two months. Those two months are long enough to Nikki and Parker to figure everything out and for Nikki to overcome her insecurities, but I had hoped for more. I want to read more about them being an official couple, the birth and then them raising their child. It isn’t the same reading this in a book of another couple. The next book is about Joey. I have always liked him. He is a great friend of Edie and Nikki. His girl, who we meet in this book, seems nice. I can’t wait for them! I just hope that it will be published early in 2016 and I don’t have to wait too long. I can’t wait to read more about Edie, John, Nikki and Parker. Edie and John make many appearances in this book and I was happy to read they are still very much in love.
I was very excited to start this book after reading and loving The Suit. I had high expectations and I was very happy that the book didn’t disappoint me; I loved it! I am fan of books about an unexpected pregnancy and I love it even more when the male and female aren’t a couple when she discovers it. The reason I love that type of books is that the pregnancy changes everything for them, it makes them admit their feelings and fall in love. They have their ups and downs, but they always make it work and live happily ever after. In The Anchor, all those things happened, so I loved it! A great read and a addition to the Holly Springs series!
Two months after sharing a wild and passionate one night stand, Nikki’s life is still all about beauty pageants in Holly Springs and Parker works as a lawyer in New York. Nikki founds out that she is pregnant with Parker’s child and her whole life changes. A couple days later, Nikki and Parker meet again in Holly Springs. Nikki tells him she’s pregnant and Parker changes his life for her and for his child. He will take his responsibility and hopes for a relationship with Nikki, because he can’t stop think about her since the weekend they spend together. Nikki has always had a problem with trusting and believing men, but she starts to believe in Parker. Her issues and insecurities don’t go away completely and that doesn’t make it easy for them to be a couple. Parker tries everything to convince her he isn’t like the other men, but will it be enough?
Parker is an amazing guy. Since the weekend they spend together, he tries to contact Nikki and keeps trying, even though she ignores him. He knows she isn’t like other women. He tries everything to convince Nikki that he really won’t leave her and that he loves her, and that was beautiful to read. When Nikki doubts him, I felt sad for Parker. Nikki didn’t have the easiest life. While Parker’s family loves him and supports him, Nikki isn’t so lucky. She has always felt unloved and unwanted. All men have let her down, so I get it why she didn’t have much faith in Parker. Trusting someone takes a long time, so I didn’t expect Nikki to suddenly believe him. She slowly starts to believe in him and Nikki started to grow on me. They are a great couple and love each other very much. They are perfect for each other!
I absolutely loved it that we got to read what happened during the weekend they met. I was hoping for it, because I wondered how and if Parker seduced Nikki or if it was the other way. Their first night was hot! Parker likes to dominate in the bedroom and he is a dirty talker. The author definitely knows how to write a steamy book. I am also happy with the ending of the book. They are both very happy with the pregnancy and with being a couple. They are also scared, but they look forward to the birth. I had hoped that the birth would happen in this book, but we have to wait for it. After reading ‘the end’, I hoped for another book about them, because I think the book only covers two months. Those two months are long enough to Nikki and Parker to figure everything out and for Nikki to overcome her insecurities, but I had hoped for more. I want to read more about them being an official couple, the birth and then them raising their child. It isn’t the same reading this in a book of another couple. The next book is about Joey. I have always liked him. He is a great friend of Edie and Nikki. His girl, who we meet in this book, seems nice. I can’t wait for them! I just hope that it will be published early in 2016 and I don’t have to wait too long. I can’t wait to read more about Edie, John, Nikki and Parker. Edie and John make many appearances in this book and I was happy to read they are still very much in love.
July 16, 2015
Review by Lisa Kane
"I'm here for you, Niki. No matter what your father says, no matter how this goes, I'm your anchor. I'll hold you steady."
We met Edie's best friend Nikki and John's best friend Parker in The Suit. They hooked up for one night and then parted ways. Nikki comes from a wealthy family. She may have had money, but she's never had attention. Her mother skipped out and just upped and left her family. Her father hated her mother so much after she left that she wouldn't even let her keep the only picture she had of her mother.
As for my father, I never brought it up to him again. The photo was gone and I just added it to the endless list of disappointments he provided me. He always let me down. Always. It was the one thing I could count on.
Men will always let you down.
Nikki was always provided for, but her father was always too busy with running his own business to pay any attention to her. But no matter how well she did in school, she could never get his approval. So she turned to what she knew best-her looks. Nikki is a classic beauty and beauty pageants became her forte. She lives for them, she knows how to work that system and they never let her down.
Parker may have had his roots in Holly Springs North Carolina but he is in New York starting his new job he uncle set up for him at a prestigious law firm. The plan was for John to live the New York life with him, but that all changed when John moved to North Carolina to be with his Edie, now his fiance.
Parker has been trying to get in touch with Nikki since their one night stand. His texts, emails and calls go unanswered. In spite of casual hook ups with other women, he can't get Nikki out of his head.
Nikki has lots going on. Two pink lines are about to change her life. It's time to face the Parker music. This is all going to go down like an uninvited ex at a wedding. But Parker is a nice guy and he is more than willing to step up to the plate. And let's face it; the guy is into Nikki big time.
There are adjustments, and plans, and new plans and arguments. Nikki's insecurities are her worst vice. She seems to sabotage things in her life so she can point out how men will just disappoint you. (although her dad is the sorriest excuse for a parent!)
Without another word, he walks out and shuts the door behind him, leaving me barefoot and pregnant in the kitchen, a mere two seconds from falling apart.
Parker makes his mistakes (he's a guy right?) but he tries to make allowances for Nikki's hang ups. It doesn't hurt that he likes to bring out the Alpha in him between the sheets. They seem to have no problem communicating there.
When she slips her shirt off, and her blonde hair cascades down covering her breasts, it takes my breath away. She slides down, tugging my boxers off, and I let her. I can't deny her now, because the truth is I need her. I need this too. I need her to anchor me as well.
BN Toler's writing is witty and her banter between her characters always entertains. She still has some unexplored stories that need to be told. Joey (otherwise known as Fucking. Joey. So sweet) has some chemistry going on with Madeline, Parker's sister. Their story is next-I wouldn't mind douche bag Dierk getting a hot little filly to bring some normalcy into his life either. And we have yet to see John and Edie walk down the aisle.
"I'm here for you, Niki. No matter what your father says, no matter how this goes, I'm your anchor. I'll hold you steady."
We met Edie's best friend Nikki and John's best friend Parker in The Suit. They hooked up for one night and then parted ways. Nikki comes from a wealthy family. She may have had money, but she's never had attention. Her mother skipped out and just upped and left her family. Her father hated her mother so much after she left that she wouldn't even let her keep the only picture she had of her mother.
As for my father, I never brought it up to him again. The photo was gone and I just added it to the endless list of disappointments he provided me. He always let me down. Always. It was the one thing I could count on.
Men will always let you down.
Nikki was always provided for, but her father was always too busy with running his own business to pay any attention to her. But no matter how well she did in school, she could never get his approval. So she turned to what she knew best-her looks. Nikki is a classic beauty and beauty pageants became her forte. She lives for them, she knows how to work that system and they never let her down.
Parker may have had his roots in Holly Springs North Carolina but he is in New York starting his new job he uncle set up for him at a prestigious law firm. The plan was for John to live the New York life with him, but that all changed when John moved to North Carolina to be with his Edie, now his fiance.
Parker has been trying to get in touch with Nikki since their one night stand. His texts, emails and calls go unanswered. In spite of casual hook ups with other women, he can't get Nikki out of his head.
Nikki has lots going on. Two pink lines are about to change her life. It's time to face the Parker music. This is all going to go down like an uninvited ex at a wedding. But Parker is a nice guy and he is more than willing to step up to the plate. And let's face it; the guy is into Nikki big time.
There are adjustments, and plans, and new plans and arguments. Nikki's insecurities are her worst vice. She seems to sabotage things in her life so she can point out how men will just disappoint you. (although her dad is the sorriest excuse for a parent!)
Without another word, he walks out and shuts the door behind him, leaving me barefoot and pregnant in the kitchen, a mere two seconds from falling apart.
Parker makes his mistakes (he's a guy right?) but he tries to make allowances for Nikki's hang ups. It doesn't hurt that he likes to bring out the Alpha in him between the sheets. They seem to have no problem communicating there.
When she slips her shirt off, and her blonde hair cascades down covering her breasts, it takes my breath away. She slides down, tugging my boxers off, and I let her. I can't deny her now, because the truth is I need her. I need this too. I need her to anchor me as well.
BN Toler's writing is witty and her banter between her characters always entertains. She still has some unexplored stories that need to be told. Joey (otherwise known as Fucking. Joey. So sweet) has some chemistry going on with Madeline, Parker's sister. Their story is next-I wouldn't mind douche bag Dierk getting a hot little filly to bring some normalcy into his life either. And we have yet to see John and Edie walk down the aisle.
July 16, 2015
***Blogger note: I received an ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review.***
The Anchor is book two in the Holly Springs Series. The Anchor follows Nikki and Parker, the best friends to John aka Suit and Edie from book one of the series.
Parker Hayes is a top of his class law school graduate who is now in New York striving and thriving for a successful career, nothing could knock him off the tracks… But when his best friend from home comes up for a visit for the weekend and brings his fiancee and her best friend, he is blindsided by the beauty of Edie’s best friend Nikki.
Nikki is a beauty queen. She comes from a family of wealth and is a pageant queen, being Miss Holly Springs herself. She does what is expected of her, what her father wants from her. But when she goes up to New York with her best friend Edie and meets Parker Hayes, one extremely sexy romantic night and a shocking secret throws a wrench in both their lives.
“Parker Hayes is the most erotic man I’ve ever known. Here I am, on a stool, buck naked, with his beautiful tongue licking me like I’m a goddamn lollipop.”
“I was worried I’d scare you away. I wanted to make you feel like you were special because even that night, months ago, when I barely knew you, I knew you were a girl that would leave a mark.”
I cannot rave about this book enough! I freaking loved it, making it one of my top books of the year! I have been waiting since last summer for this book to release and now I have to wait a whole other year for the third book to release. As frustrating as it is, it gives me something to look forward to next summer!
Nikki did get on my nerves a bit. She kept pushing Parker away when he was trying to do the right thing, I was screaming at her in my head. I loved Parker, I don’t think he could have done a thing wrong. He stepped up and took his responsibilities like any REAL man would do. I am telling you now ladies, he is book boyfriend material.
Now, I am giving this book four stars, I have my reasons. As much as I LOVED this book, I did feel the ending was a little rushed and of course because there is going to be a third book, it ends in a cliffhanger, which had me pulling my hair out. I was dying to know what happens but I am going to have to wait until book three.
I love B.N. Toler’s writing style and her storytelling is amazing. She weaves in her characters from the first book so perfectly, I loved that I still got to read about Edie and John. The characters in this book just all fit so nicely together. They are best friends that will do anything for one another. And the sex is hot. Can’t forget to throw that in there!
The Anchor is book two in the Holly Springs Series. The Anchor follows Nikki and Parker, the best friends to John aka Suit and Edie from book one of the series.
Parker Hayes is a top of his class law school graduate who is now in New York striving and thriving for a successful career, nothing could knock him off the tracks… But when his best friend from home comes up for a visit for the weekend and brings his fiancee and her best friend, he is blindsided by the beauty of Edie’s best friend Nikki.
Nikki is a beauty queen. She comes from a family of wealth and is a pageant queen, being Miss Holly Springs herself. She does what is expected of her, what her father wants from her. But when she goes up to New York with her best friend Edie and meets Parker Hayes, one extremely sexy romantic night and a shocking secret throws a wrench in both their lives.
“Parker Hayes is the most erotic man I’ve ever known. Here I am, on a stool, buck naked, with his beautiful tongue licking me like I’m a goddamn lollipop.”
“I was worried I’d scare you away. I wanted to make you feel like you were special because even that night, months ago, when I barely knew you, I knew you were a girl that would leave a mark.”
I cannot rave about this book enough! I freaking loved it, making it one of my top books of the year! I have been waiting since last summer for this book to release and now I have to wait a whole other year for the third book to release. As frustrating as it is, it gives me something to look forward to next summer!
Nikki did get on my nerves a bit. She kept pushing Parker away when he was trying to do the right thing, I was screaming at her in my head. I loved Parker, I don’t think he could have done a thing wrong. He stepped up and took his responsibilities like any REAL man would do. I am telling you now ladies, he is book boyfriend material.
Now, I am giving this book four stars, I have my reasons. As much as I LOVED this book, I did feel the ending was a little rushed and of course because there is going to be a third book, it ends in a cliffhanger, which had me pulling my hair out. I was dying to know what happens but I am going to have to wait until book three.
I love B.N. Toler’s writing style and her storytelling is amazing. She weaves in her characters from the first book so perfectly, I loved that I still got to read about Edie and John. The characters in this book just all fit so nicely together. They are best friends that will do anything for one another. And the sex is hot. Can’t forget to throw that in there!
June 29, 2015
Okay, first of all, thank you B N Toler for gifting me this ARC. I love you for doing this, because I absolutely LOVE your books !!!
Seriously, to anyone that reads my reviews, this lady writes some good s@&*!! Her stories come straight from the heart, and they're stories that anyone can easily relate to.
Also, I strongly recommend you to read the first book of this series 'The Suit'. It sets this story up since Nikki and Parker have a fling in it. This book had a great flow to it, the romance was incredibly hot, with a believable storyline.
I felt so bad for Nikki's character. She was dealt a crappy hand of a childhood, having her mother walk out on she and her father when she was so young, and obviously her father couldn't get over it, so he was cold as ice to her. Hell of a way to grow up. You have 1 parent, but he shows no love or compassion towards you. And that's how Nikki became the woman she is and why she is reserved / closed off when it comes to being in a relationship. She's afraid to open herself up and be loved.
….good thing Parker is relentless... hehehe.
Ooooh... Parker. I need a man like him, LOL! I fell in love with his character. He has a very sexy demeanor about him. He's extremely playful, smart, and is absolutely determined to finish what he has started with Nikki Reese. As I read the book, I could just picture his facial expressions and what he'd sound like. Nikki may push his buttons to the max with her hang-ups but thankfully, Parker is all about finishing what he started. And by god if he'll let the woman he loves that is carrying his baby slip thru his fingers for a second time.
I loved this book and can't wait to see what's in store for Joey and Maddie!!! <3 !
Seriously, to anyone that reads my reviews, this lady writes some good s@&*!! Her stories come straight from the heart, and they're stories that anyone can easily relate to.
Also, I strongly recommend you to read the first book of this series 'The Suit'. It sets this story up since Nikki and Parker have a fling in it. This book had a great flow to it, the romance was incredibly hot, with a believable storyline.
I felt so bad for Nikki's character. She was dealt a crappy hand of a childhood, having her mother walk out on she and her father when she was so young, and obviously her father couldn't get over it, so he was cold as ice to her. Hell of a way to grow up. You have 1 parent, but he shows no love or compassion towards you. And that's how Nikki became the woman she is and why she is reserved / closed off when it comes to being in a relationship. She's afraid to open herself up and be loved.
….good thing Parker is relentless... hehehe.
Ooooh... Parker. I need a man like him, LOL! I fell in love with his character. He has a very sexy demeanor about him. He's extremely playful, smart, and is absolutely determined to finish what he has started with Nikki Reese. As I read the book, I could just picture his facial expressions and what he'd sound like. Nikki may push his buttons to the max with her hang-ups but thankfully, Parker is all about finishing what he started. And by god if he'll let the woman he loves that is carrying his baby slip thru his fingers for a second time.
Nikki is touching me, using me to hold her steady until she collects herself. It's all I want – to be her rock. - Parker Hayes
I loved this book and can't wait to see what's in store for Joey and Maddie!!! <3 !
July 6, 2015
I cannot even begin to tell you how much I love Toler’s stories. Every story she writes is a fabulous journey told only in the unique way that only she can. There is not another storyteller like her out there.
The Anchor is the next book in the Holly Springs series. It follows Nikki and Parker on their whirlwind of a tale to finding love, and figuring out how they are going to handle the wrenches life throws at them. Just like in The Suit we get to see Toler’s hilarious and witty side come out. The banter between John and Parker is classic. Those two are so fabulous together I absolutely cannot get enough of them. I enjoyed reading about their “bromance” just as much as I did Nikki and Parker’s.
Toler also writes the steamiest love scenes without being too raunchy. In my opinion, she writes some of the best scenes in this genre. She knows just how to formulate a perfect chemistry that keeps the pages turning.
I am utterly beside myself with anticipation to read the next Holly Springs book. I want to see what happens with our beloved couples Nikki and Parker, as well as Edie and John. Toler baits you a little throughout the book in regards to Joey’s story. I am dying to find out what happens with him. I love his character so much I have decided he is probably my favorite secondary character of all time.
Toler gets 5 fabulous stars!!
The Anchor is the next book in the Holly Springs series. It follows Nikki and Parker on their whirlwind of a tale to finding love, and figuring out how they are going to handle the wrenches life throws at them. Just like in The Suit we get to see Toler’s hilarious and witty side come out. The banter between John and Parker is classic. Those two are so fabulous together I absolutely cannot get enough of them. I enjoyed reading about their “bromance” just as much as I did Nikki and Parker’s.
Toler also writes the steamiest love scenes without being too raunchy. In my opinion, she writes some of the best scenes in this genre. She knows just how to formulate a perfect chemistry that keeps the pages turning.
I am utterly beside myself with anticipation to read the next Holly Springs book. I want to see what happens with our beloved couples Nikki and Parker, as well as Edie and John. Toler baits you a little throughout the book in regards to Joey’s story. I am dying to find out what happens with him. I love his character so much I have decided he is probably my favorite secondary character of all time.
Toler gets 5 fabulous stars!!
July 22, 2015
B.N. Toler continues her Holly Springs series with Nikki and Parker's story. Nikki and Parker are best friends of the protagonists in The Suit. I have to confess that although I enjoyed The Suit, I adored The Anchor. It was something about Nikki and Parker's relationship that was just so painfully sweet. I think Toler did a beautiful job expressing the passion, connection, and love between the couple. There were certainly ups and downs, thanks to Nikki's background, but when she let go of her past and her reservations, she embraced the relationship and the love between she and Parker wholeheartedly. I love how she handled the office trollop. I can't wait to see what Toler does with Joey. He is the strong, silent type and Parker's sister will definitely give him a run for his money.
June 22, 2015
After reading The Suit, I was soooooo looking forward to Nikki's story. I just fell in love with her character. Who doesn't love a beauty queen that can handle her whiskey? I just knew The Anchor was going to give it to me good and it surely delivered.
If there's one thing that Mrs. Toler nails with her work it's the humor, laugh out loud and make people look at you funny humor and it's right on time. Not to mention finding out just what happened in NYC between Nikki and (oh my dear sweet lord) Parker...let's just say I needed to fan myself a bit....ok more than a bit.
Aside from the exceptional humor and steamy scenes what I love the most is watching Nikki grow and seeing the relationship progress between her and Parker. Parker is beautifully written and an exceptional man. You can't help but fall in love with him right along side Nikki. I can't thank BN enough for such a fun, breath of fresh air, series.
I cannot wait for the next installment from Holly Springs....fucking Joey❤️
If there's one thing that Mrs. Toler nails with her work it's the humor, laugh out loud and make people look at you funny humor and it's right on time. Not to mention finding out just what happened in NYC between Nikki and (oh my dear sweet lord) Parker...let's just say I needed to fan myself a bit....ok more than a bit.
Aside from the exceptional humor and steamy scenes what I love the most is watching Nikki grow and seeing the relationship progress between her and Parker. Parker is beautifully written and an exceptional man. You can't help but fall in love with him right along side Nikki. I can't thank BN enough for such a fun, breath of fresh air, series.
I cannot wait for the next installment from Holly Springs....fucking Joey❤️
August 26, 2015
Woo Hoo, finally read it and it was just as good as The Suit.
We meet the whole gang again in Holly Springs, as they come together for Suit's (John) and Edie's engagement party. But things aren't so cut and dried.
Will Parker be interested in Nikki after an absence of so many months, even though he's tried contacting her Nikki has always ignored his text's etc, convincing herself anything between them would never work. She has never forgotten him, but truly believes no man could love her. But there's something she needs to talk to Parker about, something she's certain will send him running for the closest ride home and out of Holly Springs for good.
Loved reading about the team again, and we are left with a complete but open ending, which will be continued on in the next as yet un-named book, that will be Joey's story.
Looking forward to it.
We meet the whole gang again in Holly Springs, as they come together for Suit's (John) and Edie's engagement party. But things aren't so cut and dried.
Will Parker be interested in Nikki after an absence of so many months, even though he's tried contacting her Nikki has always ignored his text's etc, convincing herself anything between them would never work. She has never forgotten him, but truly believes no man could love her. But there's something she needs to talk to Parker about, something she's certain will send him running for the closest ride home and out of Holly Springs for good.
Loved reading about the team again, and we are left with a complete but open ending, which will be continued on in the next as yet un-named book, that will be Joey's story.
Looking forward to it.
July 16, 2015
Aw man, I didn't think I could love Parker as much as Suit. How wrong was I?! This book was awesome, I adored it. It made me laugh and I teared up a bit too. The story was so heartwarming and I just want to hug Nikki and be friends! I also loved how much Edie and Suit were a part of Nikki and Parkers journey and I loved the humour they brought to it. I can't say a bad word and was lucky enough to receive this ARC. You did it again BN, but seriously, 2016 for our next fix?! I don't think I can wait that long! But I will try my best =)
July 19, 2015
So much better than I expected!
Although I wanted to throttle the h several times, I understood her reaction and reasoning. Also, it just made me love Parker that much more. The way he handles Nikki and her insecurities is something every guy could learn from! Oh wow..
I am very much looking forward to Joey's book, not just for his story but because I can't get enough of Edie & John and Parker & Nikki!
Although I wanted to throttle the h several times, I understood her reaction and reasoning. Also, it just made me love Parker that much more. The way he handles Nikki and her insecurities is something every guy could learn from! Oh wow..
I am very much looking forward to Joey's book, not just for his story but because I can't get enough of Edie & John and Parker & Nikki!
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