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My One-Night Stand #1
My One-Night Stand, My Forever
Mpreg Romance
Young and on the rise in his career, Christen Travers wanted a new lease on life, moving to a new state and accepting the dream position he worked so hard for Christen just needs to blow off some steam. Not wanting a relationship, his goal is to find the perfect one-night stand, one he will hit it and forget it, then go back to the life he strived for.
Jaxson Colvin, Special Agent, works for the FBI. On a night off and wanting to unwind, offering to buy the sexy stranger a drink turns into a night he won't soon forget. The memories of that one night keep Jaxson company when he is out on assignment far longer than he anticipated.
Sometimes one-night stands bring much more than a few hours of enjoyment and memories. When Jaxson and Christen bump into each other again, they both have to learn that sometimes one night can turn into a Forever.
This book contains sexually explicit materials and is intended for adult readers over the age of 18.
Young and on the rise in his career, Christen Travers wanted a new lease on life, moving to a new state and accepting the dream position he worked so hard for Christen just needs to blow off some steam. Not wanting a relationship, his goal is to find the perfect one-night stand, one he will hit it and forget it, then go back to the life he strived for.
Jaxson Colvin, Special Agent, works for the FBI. On a night off and wanting to unwind, offering to buy the sexy stranger a drink turns into a night he won't soon forget. The memories of that one night keep Jaxson company when he is out on assignment far longer than he anticipated.
Sometimes one-night stands bring much more than a few hours of enjoyment and memories. When Jaxson and Christen bump into each other again, they both have to learn that sometimes one night can turn into a Forever.
This book contains sexually explicit materials and is intended for adult readers over the age of 18.
248 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 1, 2016
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September 22, 2016
Actual rating 2.5 stars.
This one was definitely one of the oddest books I have had the pleasure of reading lately. What drew me in at first, was the beautiful cover with the men's silhouettes and the colours. Plus, it helped that it was free at the time of me grabbing a copy. :)
Diving in, I already knew that it was going to be one of these odd mpreg romances where it's possible for men to get pregnant as well, but I had no idea that it would be set in the contemporary setting with only a slight scifi alteration to it. The few rare mpreg romances I have read before have used the good old paranormal/supernatural fantasy excuse as to why men are all of a sudden having babies on their own (it's like someone installed them with their own womb and uterus). This time, however, it's all because an evil scientist made some tests for the military that had a side effect of all men getting pregnant when they wish to when he contaminated the water supply with that chemical/supplement/whatever.
I don't know why this alteration affected only men, not women, too, as they consume the same water as men do. Also, what are the changes to the animals? Nobody knows as the only change Reaves talks about is the one where men are pregnant (yes, our hero Christen happens to be one of them). And are super duper emotional during the time.
My thoughts continue on my book blog HERE.
This one was definitely one of the oddest books I have had the pleasure of reading lately. What drew me in at first, was the beautiful cover with the men's silhouettes and the colours. Plus, it helped that it was free at the time of me grabbing a copy. :)
Diving in, I already knew that it was going to be one of these odd mpreg romances where it's possible for men to get pregnant as well, but I had no idea that it would be set in the contemporary setting with only a slight scifi alteration to it. The few rare mpreg romances I have read before have used the good old paranormal/supernatural fantasy excuse as to why men are all of a sudden having babies on their own (it's like someone installed them with their own womb and uterus). This time, however, it's all because an evil scientist made some tests for the military that had a side effect of all men getting pregnant when they wish to when he contaminated the water supply with that chemical/supplement/whatever.
I don't know why this alteration affected only men, not women, too, as they consume the same water as men do. Also, what are the changes to the animals? Nobody knows as the only change Reaves talks about is the one where men are pregnant (yes, our hero Christen happens to be one of them). And are super duper emotional during the time.
My thoughts continue on my book blog HERE.
May 5, 2016
Confused genre
So I liked the story and the idea behind the story. But there were several areas in this book where the author either got confused about these two MC NOT being shifters, or she was writing a shifter story and converted to no shifter. As far as I know humans don't have cubs, mating it for animals, and marking ones neck as a sign of submission -- another animal trait.
There were also times when I felt this was a m/f story originally that the author decided to switch to m/m yet leaving the men with female stories. The M/M genre is not one that can have any story thrown into simply by changing the sex of one of the characters.
Overall, I think this story needs some work.
2.5 stars - reviewed by Jaime from ABC
So I liked the story and the idea behind the story. But there were several areas in this book where the author either got confused about these two MC NOT being shifters, or she was writing a shifter story and converted to no shifter. As far as I know humans don't have cubs, mating it for animals, and marking ones neck as a sign of submission -- another animal trait.
There were also times when I felt this was a m/f story originally that the author decided to switch to m/m yet leaving the men with female stories. The M/M genre is not one that can have any story thrown into simply by changing the sex of one of the characters.
Overall, I think this story needs some work.
2.5 stars - reviewed by Jaime from ABC
August 28, 2017
3.5 stars
Non shifter Mpreg novel. This is the second book from Ms. Reaves that I have read. Her character and scene building is excellent but was looking for the Alpha and destined mate vibe. Got something different not bad but different.
Christen was a snarky, selfish asshole that needed Jaxson to teach him that there is more to life than your career.
Non shifter Mpreg novel. This is the second book from Ms. Reaves that I have read. Her character and scene building is excellent but was looking for the Alpha and destined mate vibe. Got something different not bad but different.
Christen was a snarky, selfish asshole that needed Jaxson to teach him that there is more to life than your career.
August 22, 2017
There are times when I feel sorry for new authors or self published authors. They have a story to tell and a need to share it or a dream of becoming an author. Unfortunately without a reputable publishing company they are forced to depend on whomever they can afford when it comes to proofing and editing.
There are times I am shocked that an editor had the balls to actually put their name on a book as the editor. This is one of those times.
EVEN THE DEDICATION HAS A PROOFING ERROR!!!
pa·tience\ˈpā-shən(t)s\
noun
1 : the capacity, habit, or fact of being patient
pa·tient\ˈpā-shənt\
adjective
: able to remain calm and not become annoyed when waiting for a long time or when dealing with problems or difficult people
See how those words are used differently?
Seriously, this book is full of random words that make no sense in a sentence or wrong words used.
Yes, these examples are more proofing problems than editing but are part of an overall problem of a really bad editing job. An editor should help an author coax the story out of the chaff that an author throws up onto the paper.. or word processing program. They are supposed to clear out any extraneous information not moving the story forward and keep events in order. Make sure the correct character is talking participating in the activity etc. NONE of that took place before this book was released.
That is why I sometimes feel sorry for new or self published authors. There are little bits of an interesting and entertaining story here IF YOU GET THROUGH THE CHAFF as well as the misspelled words, wrong words, random letters or punctuation.
If you have the patience <-- see what I did there? If correct spelling and punctuation are not required then you might be able to enjoy this book.
I thought the characters were interesting and well developed, both Christen & Jaxson kept me interested enough to keep going even when I got ragey. There is enough information about the secondary characters to know what is coming in the next books. The drama was good and the bad guy was over the top enough to be entertaining.
I'd dearly love to give this more than 2 stars but cannot. At this point I'm not even sure I'm going to continue with the series even though I'd like to know what is up with Ethan!
To Giovanna directly-If you happen to see this review; Nobody, NOBODY can proof their own work. It's impossible. Also, that editor listed on the copyright page owes you an apology and a refund.
There are times I am shocked that an editor had the balls to actually put their name on a book as the editor. This is one of those times.
EVEN THE DEDICATION HAS A PROOFING ERROR!!!
pa·tience\ˈpā-shən(t)s\
noun
1 : the capacity, habit, or fact of being patient
pa·tient\ˈpā-shənt\
adjective
: able to remain calm and not become annoyed when waiting for a long time or when dealing with problems or difficult people
See how those words are used differently?
Seriously, this book is full of random words that make no sense in a sentence or wrong words used.
Yes, these examples are more proofing problems than editing but are part of an overall problem of a really bad editing job. An editor should help an author coax the story out of the chaff that an author throws up onto the paper.. or word processing program. They are supposed to clear out any extraneous information not moving the story forward and keep events in order. Make sure the correct character is talking participating in the activity etc. NONE of that took place before this book was released.
That is why I sometimes feel sorry for new or self published authors. There are little bits of an interesting and entertaining story here IF YOU GET THROUGH THE CHAFF as well as the misspelled words, wrong words, random letters or punctuation.
If you have the patience <-- see what I did there? If correct spelling and punctuation are not required then you might be able to enjoy this book.
I thought the characters were interesting and well developed, both Christen & Jaxson kept me interested enough to keep going even when I got ragey. There is enough information about the secondary characters to know what is coming in the next books. The drama was good and the bad guy was over the top enough to be entertaining.
I'd dearly love to give this more than 2 stars but cannot. At this point I'm not even sure I'm going to continue with the series even though I'd like to know what is up with Ethan!
To Giovanna directly-If you happen to see this review; Nobody, NOBODY can proof their own work. It's impossible. Also, that editor listed on the copyright page owes you an apology and a refund.
May 28, 2016
Not a bad start :)
I really like the direction of the book. It's the first non-shifter Mpreg book I have read and I really enjoyed it. I really like each of the characters the author introduced into the book, and cannot wait to see where this story leads.
One of the items I would like to point out is that this book really does need an editor. IMO, the author does a good job with the dialogue between the characters, which flows well. However, I feel that the inner dialogue of the characters does not flow as well.
I really like the direction of the book. It's the first non-shifter Mpreg book I have read and I really enjoyed it. I really like each of the characters the author introduced into the book, and cannot wait to see where this story leads.
One of the items I would like to point out is that this book really does need an editor. IMO, the author does a good job with the dialogue between the characters, which flows well. However, I feel that the inner dialogue of the characters does not flow as well.
March 2, 2017
Hatte das Buch als Freebie abgestaubt und war positiv überrascht.
Christen ist Arzt, neu in der Stadt und wird nach einem one night stand schwanger. Ja, hier können auch Männer schwanger werden, nachdem ein verrückter Wissenschaftler das Grundwasser vergiftet hat.
Jaxon ist FBI Agent und ist erstaunt, als er nach einem undercover Einsatz sein one night stand Christen wieder trifft.
Am Ende wirds noch mal spannend - jeder FBI Agent hat Feinde.
Der Schreibstil ist ausbaufähig, aber nicht schlecht.
Teil #2 hat mir nicht so gut gefallen.
Christen ist Arzt, neu in der Stadt und wird nach einem one night stand schwanger. Ja, hier können auch Männer schwanger werden, nachdem ein verrückter Wissenschaftler das Grundwasser vergiftet hat.
Jaxon ist FBI Agent und ist erstaunt, als er nach einem undercover Einsatz sein one night stand Christen wieder trifft.
Am Ende wirds noch mal spannend - jeder FBI Agent hat Feinde.
Der Schreibstil ist ausbaufähig, aber nicht schlecht.
Teil #2 hat mir nicht so gut gefallen.
August 9, 2017
This book was amazing, it had my attention from beginning to end, i love all the characters, the plot, went trough so many emotions reading the book and love the surprise it had lol i dont want to say much because im sure you want to enjoy it, i recommend this book :)
August 10, 2018
***DNF @ 26%***
It's my own fault really. I thought this was an harlequin story. One I read many years ago. I don't really know why I thought that because... the cover *facepalm*.
But this story was... bad. Really, really really bad. Every trope that comes with the unexpected baby trope was done so bad. Not sexy at all (even though the main characters say that the other one is sexy on every goddamn page).
When I read the following:
I knew I would not enjoy this. But as somebody who enjoys watching things crash and burn (ramptoerist) I could not stop reading.
Then I read this (after a lot more doucheness from both characters):
*Sigh*. Get. The. Fuck. Out.
THAT IS NOT SEXY! That's called stalking and abuse of power with a light sprinkling of intimidation.
That was it. I was done.
Look I'm a big fan of what I call 'bookporn'. Quick, easy, smutty reads. A little bit of angst and I'm a happy camper. I don't really mind crappy spelling and or grammar. I'm a fast reader and most of the time I don't even notice mistakes others would catch.
But this story was Bad.
As if the author thought that the actions would be sexy without actually visualising if it would be sexy in real life. And even if it would be creepy in real life, you can't just have the characters think 'oh but he is so sexy so that's okay.'
NO, A BAD TOUCH IS A BAD TOUCH.
Unless you asked for it beforehand. Or if the characters know each other for some time. Such a cliche but consent is actually sexy.
But this...
It's my own fault really. I thought this was an harlequin story. One I read many years ago. I don't really know why I thought that because... the cover *facepalm*.
But this story was... bad. Really, really really bad. Every trope that comes with the unexpected baby trope was done so bad. Not sexy at all (even though the main characters say that the other one is sexy on every goddamn page).
When I read the following:
I knew I would not enjoy this. But as somebody who enjoys watching things crash and burn (ramptoerist) I could not stop reading.
Then I read this (after a lot more doucheness from both characters):
*Sigh*. Get. The. Fuck. Out.
THAT IS NOT SEXY! That's called stalking and abuse of power with a light sprinkling of intimidation.
That was it. I was done.
Look I'm a big fan of what I call 'bookporn'. Quick, easy, smutty reads. A little bit of angst and I'm a happy camper. I don't really mind crappy spelling and or grammar. I'm a fast reader and most of the time I don't even notice mistakes others would catch.
But this story was Bad.
As if the author thought that the actions would be sexy without actually visualising if it would be sexy in real life. And even if it would be creepy in real life, you can't just have the characters think 'oh but he is so sexy so that's okay.'
NO, A BAD TOUCH IS A BAD TOUCH.
Unless you asked for it beforehand. Or if the characters know each other for some time. Such a cliche but consent is actually sexy.
But this...
September 13, 2017
Velvet Eyes
The author had so many grammatical mistakes and the plot line was so messy...
They repeatedly used the line "velvet eyes and blond hair" for a side character. The misuse of velvet is funny the first time but not every damn time they mention the character.
Also, the ending is so unrealistic in terms of biology and parent traits and how they are passed on.
There is so much wrong with this book, it will take me the entire weekend to dissect it.
The only good part was the "pushy bottom."
The author had so many grammatical mistakes and the plot line was so messy...
They repeatedly used the line "velvet eyes and blond hair" for a side character. The misuse of velvet is funny the first time but not every damn time they mention the character.
Also, the ending is so unrealistic in terms of biology and parent traits and how they are passed on.
There is so much wrong with this book, it will take me the entire weekend to dissect it.
The only good part was the "pushy bottom."
January 30, 2017
Okayyy so.... this was not what I was expecting. When I read a mpreg, I expect it to have sifters or something like that. Not some weird mad scientist crap. And the writing.. ugh I hate it when the names of people are used over and over and over again in one freaking paragraph! It's distracting honestly. I think it got better though as the story progressed though. I also really did not like the beginning. I'm surprised I finished it. Anyways not my cup of tea!
September 27, 2016
2,5 stars. Nice, fluffy read with an option of more. The characters were likable and the world building interesting. A bit more background information about the incident that enabled male pregnancies would have been nice, but maybe that was saved for the next book. With some serious editing this could become a good book/ series.
March 30, 2022
Disappointing and full of errors
I seriously disliked the characters. Christen was annoying from the get-go and I couldn't warm up to Jaxon. Even the side characters were very shallow. I found myself dreading this read. It was very immature and it felt like something a teenager would imagine adults doing. Even worse, the book is overflowing with errors. If I didn't find the story juvenile and characters lacking, I would say it needs a really good editor. As it stands, I wouldn't bother with anything short of a massive overhaul. Thankfully this book was written more than a few years ago, so hopefully the author has matured in that time. She's certainly prolific enough. Whether I'll ever find out.... I'll have to think about it.
I seriously disliked the characters. Christen was annoying from the get-go and I couldn't warm up to Jaxon. Even the side characters were very shallow. I found myself dreading this read. It was very immature and it felt like something a teenager would imagine adults doing. Even worse, the book is overflowing with errors. If I didn't find the story juvenile and characters lacking, I would say it needs a really good editor. As it stands, I wouldn't bother with anything short of a massive overhaul. Thankfully this book was written more than a few years ago, so hopefully the author has matured in that time. She's certainly prolific enough. Whether I'll ever find out.... I'll have to think about it.
May 23, 2017
Great story, needs an editor to be a homerun
This was a great story. I almost gave up after the first few pages because it was more telling and less showing. I'm glad I stuck with it cause things really picked up. I loved the character development and the author did a nice job of toggling between perspectives. I also enjoyed that Chris and Jax didn't just jump into a relationship. The tension felt authentic and the payoff was worth it. It was engaging and kept me turning the pages. An editor or even a proof read would have made this a slam dunk. Little mistakes pulled me out of the flow of the story but I'd definitely read more from this author.
This was a great story. I almost gave up after the first few pages because it was more telling and less showing. I'm glad I stuck with it cause things really picked up. I loved the character development and the author did a nice job of toggling between perspectives. I also enjoyed that Chris and Jax didn't just jump into a relationship. The tension felt authentic and the payoff was worth it. It was engaging and kept me turning the pages. An editor or even a proof read would have made this a slam dunk. Little mistakes pulled me out of the flow of the story but I'd definitely read more from this author.
November 9, 2018
I am still trying to wrap my mind around the fact that I enjoyed this story as much as I did, considering all of the crap that had me wanting to pull my hair out!!! Missing words... punctuation errors... the list goes on and on and where the heck did the whole "mating, marking... growling" thing come from about halfway through the book? This is NOT a shifter story... maybe the author's thoughts went off on a tangent for a bit? Either way... it WAS a good story, faults and all! I look forward to reading book two of this series and truthfully, I am hoping for some major improvements in the proofreading department! *grin*
April 11, 2018
Good story.
This was a good book but it could have been better without all the back story of the minor characters. I found myself skipping entire Pages just because I didn't need the information and I felt like it was filler fluff. The 2 main characters were wonderful and I felt that she did a good job describing them and making believe their story.
My only issues was that there were a few grammar and spelling mistakes.
Not sure if I will read the other books in the series.
Also the book ends at 80% and the rest is just extra.
This was a good book but it could have been better without all the back story of the minor characters. I found myself skipping entire Pages just because I didn't need the information and I felt like it was filler fluff. The 2 main characters were wonderful and I felt that she did a good job describing them and making believe their story.
My only issues was that there were a few grammar and spelling mistakes.
Not sure if I will read the other books in the series.
Also the book ends at 80% and the rest is just extra.
September 28, 2017
Needs editing
Quite a few grammatical errors throughout that continually tripped me up and hindered the natural flow. Also, it seems like the author kept getting new ideas throughout the story and kept trying to incorporate them, but it ends up making it seem like a REALLY bad crime show instead of a compelling story. All in all, the characters felt one dimensional, and the story as a whole was flat.
Quite a few grammatical errors throughout that continually tripped me up and hindered the natural flow. Also, it seems like the author kept getting new ideas throughout the story and kept trying to incorporate them, but it ends up making it seem like a REALLY bad crime show instead of a compelling story. All in all, the characters felt one dimensional, and the story as a whole was flat.
November 27, 2024
Wonderful story
I really enjoyed reading this story. Christen and Jaxson are a great couple after a slow start and some angst. I liked the characters and how their relationship developed. The love that develops between them is intense. The plot was intricate and unexpectedly full of action. The only reason I gave this a 4 star review and not 5 stars is because it needed some light editing both in the plot and the grammar.
I really enjoyed reading this story. Christen and Jaxson are a great couple after a slow start and some angst. I liked the characters and how their relationship developed. The love that develops between them is intense. The plot was intricate and unexpectedly full of action. The only reason I gave this a 4 star review and not 5 stars is because it needed some light editing both in the plot and the grammar.
May 8, 2017
I greatly enjoy this series, as well as the author. Christen and Jaxson's love story is entertaining from beginning to end. Giovanna Reaves adds a delightful voice to the M/M genre. Mpreg may not be for everyone, but neither is m/m for that matter. Either way, I'm excited for more of this series and to see what the author comes out with next!
August 6, 2017
Disappointed
This book is so full of grammatical errors it is difficult to read. The story was interesting and had potential. If the author is serious about writing, she should spend more time editing and rewriting. I had planned to read the other two books in her trilogy but will probably pass.
This book is so full of grammatical errors it is difficult to read. The story was interesting and had potential. If the author is serious about writing, she should spend more time editing and rewriting. I had planned to read the other two books in her trilogy but will probably pass.
February 27, 2025
There are grammatical errors so beware of that. The overall story was good. I loved the relationship Christen has with his twin brothers and once he stops being an a** his relationship with Jaxson. The little surprise near the end I didn't see coming but was wow.
I'm hoping we get more of their family in the upcoming books since everyone seems related in a way and should crossover.
I'm hoping we get more of their family in the upcoming books since everyone seems related in a way and should crossover.
June 12, 2017
4 stars
I enjoyed this to a point, I wanted to strangle Christen he drove me nuts and Jaxson had the patience of a saint. I liked the storyline, but it could of had a little more depth, and a little better editing. I will read book 2.
I enjoyed this to a point, I wanted to strangle Christen he drove me nuts and Jaxson had the patience of a saint. I liked the storyline, but it could of had a little more depth, and a little better editing. I will read book 2.
August 16, 2017
Good read
Loved reading this book. I'm very happy that I gfound this gem. Enjoyed the character development. Loved watching Christen and Jaxson get to know each other. Can't wait too read the next book.
Loved reading this book. I'm very happy that I gfound this gem. Enjoyed the character development. Loved watching Christen and Jaxson get to know each other. Can't wait too read the next book.
April 5, 2018
While the storyline for this book sounded interesting and the premise good it was exceptionally bad, or not at all, edited, I could not continue reading even as I wanted to find out what would happen with the main characters
May 21, 2017
Una delle cose più bruttee stupide mailette e l'ho letto fino in fondo!!! Davvero a stellina è pure troppo! inutile libro
July 3, 2017
Not a typical Mpreg book which is refreshing. I love the little surprise at the end, nice easy read with an interesting plot.
July 8, 2017
Good book
I really liked this book. Hoping more will be coming in this series. Kept my interest all the way through.
I really liked this book. Hoping more will be coming in this series. Kept my interest all the way through.
August 18, 2017
Deep, sensitive and engaging story.
Well worth the read. Not too many editing errors. I loved the journey through shock denial avoidance and finally acceptance.
Well worth the read. Not too many editing errors. I loved the journey through shock denial avoidance and finally acceptance.
December 28, 2017
Good Story
Good start to a new series. I like the characters in this story sometimes you just wanted to slap one or more of them. I’m looking forward to reading the next book.
Good start to a new series. I like the characters in this story sometimes you just wanted to slap one or more of them. I’m looking forward to reading the next book.
July 29, 2019
3,5 stars
dnf-less-than-20-percent
July 6, 2022DNF. Couldn't get through the unedited first chapter. 😬 no rating.
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