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Being a single mom definitely has its benefits, like not having to share the love of my son, and not having to answer to a man.
It does have its downsides too.
Rarely do I see passion and wild hookups.
That’s what I should be doing, right?
Well not me, I’m Gina the dependable.
Gina the great mom.
Gina the nice lady next door who always lends a cup of sugar.
Gina who doesn’t mind that your music is a little too loud.
Gina who will gladly accept a double shift.
Never Gina the stud slayer.
Well all that's about to change. I've got my eyes set on a handsome and flirtatious hunk who told me flat out the dirty things he'd like to do to me.
It's time for mom to get naughty.

C.C. Genovese takes the genres you love and sets them on fire. This is a single mothers' workplace romance. Let the fantasy begin.

52 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 8, 2015

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Profile Image for BOSTON Mommy.
43 reviews3 followers
February 1, 2016
Super Hot

This delivered. It was written well, great structure and development. It was realistic even though totally a fantasy. Hot, creative and ....Hot.
Profile Image for Louise Maclean.
60 reviews7 followers
May 18, 2015
I have to start by saying a very big thank you C.C. Genovese for gifting me this wonderful book of yours.

This series is totally different to the Maybe Mandy books, but still beautifully written by this amazing talented author C.C. Genovese. In this book we meet another spectacular character her name is Gina.

When you first meet Gina you are totally sucker punched into feeling so sorry for her, but as the story progresses so does the character of Gina. She becomes more bold and gives herself a little bit of freedom to feel life.

As she works hard to provide for her family, she stumbles upon three men that gives her some seriously HOT and STEAMY fantasies. The third man Mr. Cooper brings more than just a fantasy. The author brings his character to life to fit Gina with one special day and night of passion.

The explosion that these characters produce from the moment they meet is so wild that they have you feel rather hot under the collar. The author as well as the characters take you on a ride of a will-they-won't-they type of relationship. They make it a will-they relationship. When they finally get together they just spark a marvelous rays of fireworks. You become apart of their love story and see the sparks up close and personal.C.C. Genovese shows that single mothers can have fun and still find love.

Thank you once again C.C. Genovese for this amazing book. I would highly recommend buying this book to people you will not be disappointed.
Profile Image for Peggy Lee (Reading Keeps Me Sane).
1,039 reviews42 followers
September 5, 2015
First, this story will make you feel good in many ways and second, it's straight out erotica. I loved it! I'm happy to share that the story even infiltrated my dreams and provided me with a pleasant nights sleep. It's a short story and a sexy bedtime read, even if you are not a single Mother.

Gina is a single Mother who works the graveyard shift at a supermarket. Her ex-husband had cheated on her with a 19 year old twerp. Gina is the dependable one and people take advantage of her submissive nature. On a slow morning, she takes the opportunity to create her own erotic fantasies. Just as she has gotten into the swing of things, a stranger appears and Gina's fantasies may become a thing of the past.

Gina, is the everyday woman, bogged down by life. Her decisions to create erotic fantasies have brought out the flirt in Gina. It's flirtatious Gina who catches the eye of a stranger. Is it enough to break free of the mundane? This is short, steamy read with an uplifting ending.
Profile Image for Christie Marsh.
549 reviews5 followers
June 12, 2016
I love reading C.C. Genovese, he is an incredible writer and can definitely tell a story with great detail. This story short had fantasies I am sure we all dream of but never talk about. He was able to pull out fantasies for women that would melt your panties off. This divorced mother was a checker at a grocery story and started fantasizing about the men that would come into the store, trying to build up what she thought was sexy. With each man her fantasies became better and stronger until she met the one man that would rock her world. Sometimes divorced mothers just need to know they are still sexy and C.C. Genovese definitely accomplished that goal. When I got done with this story I thought i was the one having the fantasy.
Profile Image for Dawn.
438 reviews13 followers
February 6, 2016
I've read several of CC Genovese's books & each one seems to be as good as the last one I read. How is that possible? CC you are an incredible author. You never cease to amaze me. This book is a short one but let me say that it didn't feel like it. And where he took the story totally through me for a loop. Didn't see that coming, that's for sure. I loved every bit of this book. There's times when authors write short stories, something seems to be missing. Nothing was missing from this one. It was sad, funny, sweet & OMG was there hotness! Whoa! If you haven't yet read a book from CC, I highly recommend any one of them.
Profile Image for Missy Harton.
491 reviews8 followers
January 29, 2017
"You can tell a lot about a man from the stuff he buys."

HOT!!! Props to this author for even thinking about the struggles of being a single Mom!! A DEFINITE MUST READ!!! Can't wait to see more in this series!!!

Jimmy, the bag boy; Mac, the cop; James, the trainer; and Mr. Cooper, the rich business man were all fantasy hook ups for single mom, Gina. Working third shift as a grocery store clerk, she "checked out" her fair share of men. Once she perfected her fantasy technique, she couldn't be stopped. Sometimes she wondered if it was actually real! The flirtatious Kevin finally turned a fantasy into reality!! See for yourself how it all plays out!!
Profile Image for Colleen Everly.
379 reviews10 followers
July 6, 2015
What an awesome, quick, hot, well written read. I loved how he showed her that she was a real woman, I actually teared up with her. He was exactly what she needed. This book is sexy and humorous. I loved how they spoke to one another. I have grown to really enjoy this author's writing, it keeps me entertained and wanting to read more of his work.
Profile Image for Carrie.
3,632 reviews36 followers
January 17, 2016
Well written steamy little tale of sex. Not my usual read, thought I'd try something new-to-me. Didn't really enjoy it, but it was well done for the kind of story it is, and it did answer that question for me, so 4 stars! : )
Profile Image for Theresa Ritchie.
753 reviews
May 4, 2016
Great read

First time reading this author book its was really great ,it was a great Short read going to look in to getting the other books
Profile Image for Tasha Talks Books Blog.
1,125 reviews35 followers
June 7, 2017
Wow!!!!

I expected nothing better than a one handed read that made me laugh and made me feel connected to in one way or another.

Being a single mom myself, this book kinda touched real close to home. The feelings. The way a persons imagination works. It was all just so wonderful and breathtaking.

You have a single mom who's ex took off w the younger woman scenario. A single mother doing what she has to do to provide but at the same time wanting .... No needing to satisfy her needs, even if it's all just her imagination. Until s*** gets real. Awesome book. Now off to find Chris's next read for me in this journey.

Totally want to hump Chris's leg for this one. Xoxo
Profile Image for Tracy.
520 reviews12 followers
March 13, 2017
Well... what can i say and where do i begin... Mr Genovese has written yet another extremely hot, panty melting, one handed read with this!!!... one based all on fantasy and imagination... but is it? Can dreams come true?...
Ladies you really do need to stock up on your battery supply and ensure you have a do not disturb sign hanging from your door when you read this!!!... IT. IS. HOT!!!
Yes... even after you finish this story... your own fantasies will begin... and wow what and where will your own take you after this perfection?... bring it on!!!
Profile Image for Misti  Long.
396 reviews9 followers
September 10, 2017
What a woman needs

A divorced mom that works the graveyard shift as a cashier has lost herself in way. She can't seem to even fantasize anymore. Until she meets Mr. Cooper. Then her fantasy world explodes and after some awkward flirting she decides maybe she can do this.

This author never disappoints us in the steamy sex department. He also has a knack of understanding how women feel insecure about themselves but he also gives us permission to accepts ourselves flaws and all and makes us believe that maybe, just maybe we can find out passion that we all want.
Profile Image for Michaela Zankl.
448 reviews3 followers
November 4, 2018
Holy hotttttt!!

Chris Genovese has a way to get your mind on edge and your body quiver like no other. It doesn't matter if it's a novella, short story, book or poetry. He always delivers and makes you want more. If you want a steamy read pick up a Chris Genovese book. Your imagination will go wild and your body will be on fire. If you have not read Chris Genovese yet you need to start. His talent is so wide range that he can write any genre. Most definitely an author that belongs in everybodys library.
Profile Image for ME.
574 reviews
June 4, 2017
Understanding Women

Chris Genovese has hit this one square on the head! He's written a fantastic story of today's average women and the struggles they try to overcome. I wish Gina would have had a relationship with Mr. Cooper; however, he was the catalyst for her to move forward from the past.
Profile Image for Baxygirl.
837 reviews3 followers
April 18, 2020
Holy hotness!

This quick flick (😈) was a gorgeous way to stat my day.

I loved the notion of having that certain someone know what you need and be able to deliver with no strings attached.

This was gorgeous
Profile Image for Amanda  Lee.
1,258 reviews43 followers
August 3, 2017
I really enjoyed this. It was a quick read and really nailed the thoughts and emotions. It's steamy and leaves you satisfied. Definitely recommend reading this one
Profile Image for Erica.
144 reviews11 followers
March 22, 2017
This was a very sweet tale about self-discovery. In this case Gina found herself with Mr. Cooper's help.

Very sweet story and very steamy sex scenes. Fast-paced with wonderful writing and plenty of detail without being overdone.

Read in less than an hour.
Profile Image for April.
95 reviews4 followers
March 18, 2017
If you are looking for a hot and short read this is the book for you, a perfect bedtime story. This author has a way of writing that pulls you in quickly and does not let go until the end. Love these short stories from Chris Genovese.
Profile Image for  Nancy.
1,285 reviews8 followers
March 11, 2017
As a reader, I appreciate a well written short story, one I can sink my teeth into in an hour or just before bed.
"I was face to face with a completely naked, beautiful man. I looked in his eyes and got lost in their darkness. It was warm there and I needed warmth. I'd been alone and cold for so long."
"You're intoxicating. You overwhelm the senses."
"I wanted to devour this man so that he thought of nothing but me if he tried sleeping with anyone else."
2,617 reviews25 followers
March 10, 2017
omg this book was hot and sexy! its another short read that you will love! its about a woman who has fantasies and one day one of those comes true! thanks for giving me a chance to read this book!
53 reviews
March 7, 2017
I think this is one of my favorite books by this author.
I wanted Gina to find happiness and feel special. She ends up having a great time and is reminded that she is still desirable and can find a great guy. I would love to see a follow up to this sexy story. I definitely recommend this wonderful read!
Profile Image for Sherry  Morris.
118 reviews6 followers
February 28, 2017
Wow

I really enjoyed reading this book and look forward to reading more books by this author. I recommend reading this book.
75 reviews1 follower
February 27, 2017
What a fun ride. If you like your books quick, fun and steaming hot then this is your book. Love this author he can put you right into the book and take you on a fantastic journey.
Profile Image for Rachelle Jones.
55 reviews8 followers
February 28, 2017
Strength

Well Damn .... where in the hell was my Angel when I was single...
Chris I love everything you write, this one hit home in so many ways... hot oh yea! I don't think you can write something with out the hottest sex ever!!! Also Proving you have the strength to make it through anything if you just get a ill push in the right direction.... you have been my Angel!!! Love love love this book!!!!
Profile Image for Aldemarys Gonzalez.
1 review
October 4, 2016
1hr of reading is all it took!

This was one of the fastest, easiest & hottest novella I've read in the past few months. I have to admit my libido was down but that's no longer a problem. Thanks Chris!
Profile Image for Cassy.
271 reviews11 followers
April 14, 2017
This short captures on the mundane of working and taking no time for yourself so you begin to fantasize. Have you had fantasies like Gina or wished you did? This fantasy is one hot piece that leaves you panting yet satisfied, giving you just what you need.
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