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The Alpha #3
The Baby Game
The next installment in the bestselling Alpha Series.
The Baby Game
Ronnie Taylor and husband Harry had agreed they’d wait a few years until starting a family. So when Ronnie discovers she’s pregnant after being a bit too casual with her contraception, she finds herself in a dilemma. Harry is taking his mother on the trip of a lifetime at the same time as their bundle of joy is due. If she tells him, he’ll cancel the trip and she doesn’t want his mother to miss out.
In typical Ronnie style, she ropes in TV Researcher and friend Nina, and pretends she’s filming a reality show about eating junk food. She’s going to blame all her baby weight gain on burgers. Surely she can’t get away with it? Or can she..?
With cravings for dog food, a mission to match-make her midwife and a never-to-be forgotten speech for a Healthy Eating charity event, it’s another hilarious adventure with the loveable, crazy ‘ladygardener’.
The Baby Game
Ronnie Taylor and husband Harry had agreed they’d wait a few years until starting a family. So when Ronnie discovers she’s pregnant after being a bit too casual with her contraception, she finds herself in a dilemma. Harry is taking his mother on the trip of a lifetime at the same time as their bundle of joy is due. If she tells him, he’ll cancel the trip and she doesn’t want his mother to miss out.
In typical Ronnie style, she ropes in TV Researcher and friend Nina, and pretends she’s filming a reality show about eating junk food. She’s going to blame all her baby weight gain on burgers. Surely she can’t get away with it? Or can she..?
With cravings for dog food, a mission to match-make her midwife and a never-to-be forgotten speech for a Healthy Eating charity event, it’s another hilarious adventure with the loveable, crazy ‘ladygardener’.
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Andie M. Long
109 books1,079 followersAndie M. Long is the author of multiple titles including the popular Supernatural Dating Agency series.
When not writing, or editing for other authors, she spends her time drinking coffee and eating far too many Toblerones. She adores her whippet, Bella, and is tormented frequently by her OH and her teenage son.
She adores the book community, chatting with likeminded people who don't roll their eyes when she talks books, unlike the OH and teenage son...
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When not writing, or editing for other authors, she spends her time drinking coffee and eating far too many Toblerones. She adores her whippet, Bella, and is tormented frequently by her OH and her teenage son.
She adores the book community, chatting with likeminded people who don't roll their eyes when she talks books, unlike the OH and teenage son...
Sign up to Andie's weekly newsletter here: http://www.subscribepage.com/f8v2u5 and get a FREE copy of DATING SUCKS. The short story prequel to The Vampire wants a Wife - EXCLUSIVE to subscribers.
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April 10, 2018
Great book I don't know why she hide her prengecy I think he would understand
March 10, 2017
Ms. Long is becoming a fast favorite. Her stories are fun, humorous, sexy, loving and captivating. The Baby Game is no different. I adore Ronnie...she's something else. This copy given in exchange for an honest review.
October 3, 2016
Ronnie is her usual rambunctious self in this book. If you've read Andie's other books then, like me, you're BOUND to have fallen in love with Ronnie even though she's quite a proficient liar, and somehow manages to not trip herself up on her pinocchio nose, well until the underlying truth of her scheme has finished baking that is.
I do have to admit, as much as i love Ronnie she did annoy me in this, even though her reasoning was genuine. Yet again she made me laugh so hard !! Her cravings, though rather insane, were typical of what we'd expect of her, i mean c'mon, she can't just crave chocolate can she like a normal person ?? No not Ronnie !! She wouldn't be her if she did that. There were quite a few scenarios that i'm sure all mums-to-be could relate, i know i certainly could !!
Another great read from Andie and i seriously hope Ronnie NEVER stops talking her, i want so many more books from Ronnie !!!
I do have to admit, as much as i love Ronnie she did annoy me in this, even though her reasoning was genuine. Yet again she made me laugh so hard !! Her cravings, though rather insane, were typical of what we'd expect of her, i mean c'mon, she can't just crave chocolate can she like a normal person ?? No not Ronnie !! She wouldn't be her if she did that. There were quite a few scenarios that i'm sure all mums-to-be could relate, i know i certainly could !!
Another great read from Andie and i seriously hope Ronnie NEVER stops talking her, i want so many more books from Ronnie !!!
September 25, 2016
This is a cute and silly romance. I enjoyed it thoroughly. Ronnie (Veronica) ends up pregnant faster than she and her husband, Harry, planned. To prevent him missing the trip of a lifetime with his mother, she comes up with all kinds of convoluted plans involving her friend and midwife to hide the fact that she is expecting. Harry is a man who clearly loves and adores his wife and falls for her reasons for gaining weight. Ronnie is truly a master at covering her tracks while loving her family.
I received this story in exchange for an honest review.
I received this story in exchange for an honest review.
September 25, 2016
The Baby Game is a screwball comedy! Ronnie is as ditzy as they come! She is also a good person who would never do or say anything to hurt anyone. Harry is a saint for never getting too upset at all her silly antics. If you are looking for a funny, well-written romance, this is it! I definitely recommend reading The Baby Game!
October 21, 2016
Oh Ronnie, Ronnie, Ronnie - I love your crazy ways but even for me you've lost the plot this time. Only you would believe you can get away with passing off a pregnancy as fast food.
Hilarious, mortifying, formidable Ronnie - I salute you and all of your specialness!
Hilarious, mortifying, formidable Ronnie - I salute you and all of your specialness!
October 16, 2016
Must read
Omg Andie this book was fantastic couldn't put it down once I started I highly recommend the alpha series books you will love them
Omg Andie this book was fantastic couldn't put it down once I started I highly recommend the alpha series books you will love them
August 1, 2017
Get ready to laugh!!!
This is the funniest book I've so far by Andie Long. Yes, book #2 was cute, but Veronica has gone beyond all measures this time.
She's a newlywed who just found out she's pregnant way too soon, at least it is in her mind. She makes up a fake "eating-unhealthy diet" to explain her 9 month long weight gain to her husband. Harry had promised his mother a trip together to Canada at the end of her pregnancy, Ronnie knows that his mom has been looking forward to this trip for years. She doesn't want her mother-in-law to resent her for messing up their long awaited trip. So she cleverly and stupidly finds ways to excuse her hormonal mood changes, her over protective dog who refuses to leave her side, and to show occasional fast food wrappers, to keep up the ruse. Even though she's pregnant, she's been eating VERY healthy for herself and the baby; but Harry doesn't know that...yet.
I LOL'd so much I couldn't help myself. Ronnie constantly gets herself into these situations, that you have to really wonder about her mindset sometimes.
A must read!!
This is the funniest book I've so far by Andie Long. Yes, book #2 was cute, but Veronica has gone beyond all measures this time.
She's a newlywed who just found out she's pregnant way too soon, at least it is in her mind. She makes up a fake "eating-unhealthy diet" to explain her 9 month long weight gain to her husband. Harry had promised his mother a trip together to Canada at the end of her pregnancy, Ronnie knows that his mom has been looking forward to this trip for years. She doesn't want her mother-in-law to resent her for messing up their long awaited trip. So she cleverly and stupidly finds ways to excuse her hormonal mood changes, her over protective dog who refuses to leave her side, and to show occasional fast food wrappers, to keep up the ruse. Even though she's pregnant, she's been eating VERY healthy for herself and the baby; but Harry doesn't know that...yet.
I LOL'd so much I couldn't help myself. Ronnie constantly gets herself into these situations, that you have to really wonder about her mindset sometimes.
A must read!!
March 6, 2017
4.5 Stars!
What a great read from new to me author Andie M. Long! The sexy cover and book blurb is what drew me into this entertaining and very funny short story.
When Ronnie Taylor finds out she is pregnant, she decides to keep the news to herself because her beloved husband will be on a highly anticipated holiday with his mother, a few weeks before her due date. Ronnie does not want to prevent them from taking this trip, so she concocts an interesting story about her future weight gain, which keeps their plans intact.
This book has some very funny moments and the couple's sexy times are seductive. All the characters are likable and easy to get to know. I am looking forward to more from this author.
What a great read from new to me author Andie M. Long! The sexy cover and book blurb is what drew me into this entertaining and very funny short story.
When Ronnie Taylor finds out she is pregnant, she decides to keep the news to herself because her beloved husband will be on a highly anticipated holiday with his mother, a few weeks before her due date. Ronnie does not want to prevent them from taking this trip, so she concocts an interesting story about her future weight gain, which keeps their plans intact.
This book has some very funny moments and the couple's sexy times are seductive. All the characters are likable and easy to get to know. I am looking forward to more from this author.
March 9, 2017
Ronnie, Ronnie only Ronnie
Who else but Ronnie would come up with a scheme to hide her pregnancy, so that Harry could go on a long dreamed of trip with his mother? A!ong the way she creates a love match and helps Nina. I think a time with Ronnie, Stella, and Nina all pregnant together, could fun especially if A woman for Christopher is involved.
Who else but Ronnie would come up with a scheme to hide her pregnancy, so that Harry could go on a long dreamed of trip with his mother? A!ong the way she creates a love match and helps Nina. I think a time with Ronnie, Stella, and Nina all pregnant together, could fun especially if A woman for Christopher is involved.
July 4, 2017
4.5
This is an addictive serie !
Ronnie is just f*cking awesome !! She's like a tornado that steels your heart !
I just HAD TO HAVE THIS BOOK ! I fell like a junkie while wainting to get it delivered on my kindle.
Be baware, it's a "don't put me down" so be careful because you could loose sleep over it, I know I did !
This is an addictive serie !
Ronnie is just f*cking awesome !! She's like a tornado that steels your heart !
I just HAD TO HAVE THIS BOOK ! I fell like a junkie while wainting to get it delivered on my kindle.
Be baware, it's a "don't put me down" so be careful because you could loose sleep over it, I know I did !
September 2, 2017
Ok for most authors and characters the premise behind this book wouldn't usually work as the idea is quite ludicrous but for Andie M. Long and the wonderful and slightly crazy Ronnie they were able to pull it off. In pulling this off we ended up with a hilarious read and one that I thoroughly enjoyed.
November 17, 2017
I HAVE TO SAY Andie M. Long IS ONE OF MY ALL TIME FAVE AUTHORS WHO NEVER FAILS TO PUT A SMILE ON MY FACE FROM HER BOOKS. THIS ONE WAS NO DIFFERENT. I LOVED READING ABOUT RONNIE AND HER MATCHMAKING SKILLS AND HOW HER BUSINESS IS GOING. THE BEST PART FOR ME IS THE HUMOUR THROUGHOUT ESPECIALLY BLAMING HER FARTS ON THE DOG. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED READ FOR ANYONE.
March 9, 2017
The Baby Game by Andie M. Long the funniest Five-star read I have ever read. Veronica Taylor may be battier than a fruit cake, but she is also by far the funniest character I have ever read, I loved her in the previous books in the Alpha series, The Alphabet game, the Alphabet wedding and the Calendar game, any woman who turns up to be maid of honour in an Elsa dress, is a legend in my eyes. I didn’t think it was possible to laugh so hard, I snorted red wine from my nostrils and the warning is true you need a Tena lady to read this book!!
Poor Harry Taylor didn’t really take on board what he was marrying when him and Ronnie wed, sure he knew she had her quirks, they met in rehab. But I don’t think he was anticipating this level of cray-cray. When Ronnie finds out they are in the family way, after they agreed to wait a couple of years to enjoy time together alone, she does what seems normal to herself, she pretends that she is doing a documentary about eating junk food, but she does it with the best intentions. Harry hasn’t always been the settled and sorted hottie ex-footballer he is now, and his mum has finally agreed to go on a once in a life time trip with her son. As any good daughter in law knows, you don’t upset your mother in law, (believe me mine still won’t talk to me 10 years later, so I totally get Ronnie).
In true Ronnie fashion, much hilarity ensues and she proves that just the right amount of crazy really does make the best mix. I would love for Ronnie to be a real person, I would stalk her in real life just to make sure we would get along if things developed as that’s totally normal, isn’t it?
Must say you have to read after the end to understand the genius mind that the funny and amazing Ronnie comes from.
Poor Harry Taylor didn’t really take on board what he was marrying when him and Ronnie wed, sure he knew she had her quirks, they met in rehab. But I don’t think he was anticipating this level of cray-cray. When Ronnie finds out they are in the family way, after they agreed to wait a couple of years to enjoy time together alone, she does what seems normal to herself, she pretends that she is doing a documentary about eating junk food, but she does it with the best intentions. Harry hasn’t always been the settled and sorted hottie ex-footballer he is now, and his mum has finally agreed to go on a once in a life time trip with her son. As any good daughter in law knows, you don’t upset your mother in law, (believe me mine still won’t talk to me 10 years later, so I totally get Ronnie).
In true Ronnie fashion, much hilarity ensues and she proves that just the right amount of crazy really does make the best mix. I would love for Ronnie to be a real person, I would stalk her in real life just to make sure we would get along if things developed as that’s totally normal, isn’t it?
Must say you have to read after the end to understand the genius mind that the funny and amazing Ronnie comes from.
October 5, 2017
EXCELLENT BOOK.
I enjoyed the entire series. Ronnie has to be my favorite character by far. The Baby Game was hilarious. Definitely reminds me of an I love Lucy episode.
I would recommend this book, and the entire series, to everyone looking for an exciting read.
I enjoyed the entire series. Ronnie has to be my favorite character by far. The Baby Game was hilarious. Definitely reminds me of an I love Lucy episode.
I would recommend this book, and the entire series, to everyone looking for an exciting read.
July 9, 2022
The baby secret.
This is a fantastic,funny,sexy book.Ronnie is such fun and harry is so sexy and a good match for Ronnie.Imagine Ronnie was able to hid her pregnancy from every one for so long.Way to go girl.
This is a fantastic,funny,sexy book.Ronnie is such fun and harry is so sexy and a good match for Ronnie.Imagine Ronnie was able to hid her pregnancy from every one for so long.Way to go girl.
January 27, 2017
A wet your panties, streaming great big tears hilarious. The train wreck, screwball characters, especially Ronnie are awesome.
May 25, 2017
Great all through
A nice gradual buildup to a firecracker ending. Perfectly woven but the author to keep you in suspense at every page turn!
A nice gradual buildup to a firecracker ending. Perfectly woven but the author to keep you in suspense at every page turn!
June 27, 2017
Andie does it again! This book is an amazing read. I loved how well the book is written and how well the characters are developed. I can't wait to read more books by Andie.
October 3, 2017
Great
Great book. Love Ronnie. Shes hilarious and accurate to women and their psycho tendencies. Would love more of her please.
Great book. Love Ronnie. Shes hilarious and accurate to women and their psycho tendencies. Would love more of her please.
January 20, 2017
No Surprise Here!!
Just finished The Baby Game. Another book by Andie that I love. She rocks and I am really hoping there is more from Ronnie and the gang.
Just finished The Baby Game. Another book by Andie that I love. She rocks and I am really hoping there is more from Ronnie and the gang.
March 17, 2017
Only in Ronnie's twisted, scheming brain, could she pull off hiding a pregnancy for so long. Harry has a new nickname in my book, Harry the Oblivious. He may be beefy and pretty, but come on...pay attention to the woman you live with!!!! Andie, seriously, the sex scene with the added gas issue, had me laughing so hard I couldn't breath. Just outrageously funny!!! So many good, oh so good scenes in this book. I just loved it. I hated to look at the countdown clock on my e-reader, I didn't want it to end. Thank you!!!!
June 7, 2019
Wow
I can't imagine keeping secrets as long as Ronnie does, but I loved this book! It was amazing! I'm almost sorry to say good-bye to the characters
I can't imagine keeping secrets as long as Ronnie does, but I loved this book! It was amazing! I'm almost sorry to say good-bye to the characters
March 11, 2017
Ronnie is unique!! She's back in this funny novel with the most weird idea: hiding a pregnancy!
The story is funny, the characters are alive, as always in this series, and you'll laugh a lot!!
But the best part arrives at the end of the book, turn the page and...surprise!!! A funny conversation between Ronnie and the author waits for you! So be sure that this book won't be the last you'll hear of Ronnie Taylor!
The story is funny, the characters are alive, as always in this series, and you'll laugh a lot!!
But the best part arrives at the end of the book, turn the page and...surprise!!! A funny conversation between Ronnie and the author waits for you! So be sure that this book won't be the last you'll hear of Ronnie Taylor!
March 10, 2017
This is the perfect rom com novella! I absolutely adore Ronnie. I fell in love with her in The Calendar Games. She makes me laugh and finds herself in situations that are absolutely hysterical. What she considers normal is far out of the norm, it is always a guaranteed laugh. This book is well written and a laugh on every page. Ronnie and Harry fell in love in The Calendar Games, so if you haven't read that book, you should pick that one up first. Ronnie is a hoot and the situations she finds herself in....well only Ronnie can find herself in these situations! Really fun, quick read.
March 7, 2017
I got this from the author for my honest review. I have read a couple of books by Andie M. Long. It is the first in this series that I have read. It is kind of goofy and comical at times. Ronnie and her husband are recently married and want to wait to have kinds. Ronnie has been a little slack with taking her birth control. So she tells her husband that she is going to be part of reality show about eating junk food. That is how she covers up that she is gaining way. She does not want to stop her husband and her mother in law from going on a very important trip. How is Harry going to react when he finds out? You have to read and find out.
March 11, 2017
Oh Ronnie! She is just so much fun. Who hides a pregnancy? Really? This was just pure enjoyment with all the silly things Ronnie dreams up to keep her husband, Harry, in the dark about being pregnant. She doesn’t want to spoil a planned trip with his mother to Canada, something they’ve being anticipating for awhile. So with the best intentions, she keeps the pregnancy secret. Well, in true Ronnie fashion, craziness abounds which is just a joy to read and experience. Love that Andie M. Long gave us more of Ronnie and Harry’s journey.
March 10, 2017
What fun to have more of Ronnie who is so funny. In this book she is pregnant but hiding it. Such a carry on and her hubby remains so patient. Shame he wasn't able to share her journey but then it was funny all the ducking and diving too. Excellent read.
March 12, 2017
Omg Andie this book was fantastic I couldn't put it down once I started. I absolutely adore Ronnie!!! The story is funny and you'll laugh a lot!! I highly recommend this book.
I got this from the author for my honest review.
I got this from the author for my honest review.
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