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Wilde Hearts #4
A Daddy by Christmas
A dog isn’t only man’s best friend…It could bring Anders the love of his life.Without a bride by his side, billionaire Anders Kent will lose his chance to be a father to his five-year-old niece. So when a gorgeous down-on-her luck dancer is claiming the same puppy as him, she might be the answer to his problems! Chloe Wilde’s not looking for a marriage of convenience, even to someone as captivating as Anders. But sometimes Christmas gifts come in unusual packages…
225 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 1, 2018
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About the author
Teri Wilson
205 books1,631 followersNew York Times bestselling author Teri Wilson writes heartwarming contemporary romance with a touch of whimsy. Four of Teri's books have been adapted into Hallmark Channel Original Movies, including UNLEASHING MR. DARCY (plus its sequel MARRYING MR. DARCY), ROYAL-ISH, based on her book ONCE UPON A ROYAL SUMMER, THE ART OF US and NORTHERN LIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS, based on her book SLEIGH BELL SWEETHEARTS. She is also a recipient of the prestigious RITA Award for excellence in romantic fiction and a 2022 inductee into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame.
When she’s not writing, Teri enjoys visiting schools and health care facilities with her Cavalier King Charles spaniel Charm, a registered therapy dog and reading education assistance dog. Teri also loves pretty dresses, cupcakes, going to the ballet and following the British royal family. Visit her at www.teriwilson.net or on Instagram @teriwilsonauthor.
When she’s not writing, Teri enjoys visiting schools and health care facilities with her Cavalier King Charles spaniel Charm, a registered therapy dog and reading education assistance dog. Teri also loves pretty dresses, cupcakes, going to the ballet and following the British royal family. Visit her at www.teriwilson.net or on Instagram @teriwilsonauthor.
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December 24, 2018
Good story about two people brought together by their desire to help a little girl. Anders is a billionaire businessman who is fighting for custody of his orphaned niece. If he isn't married, he will lose her to the other set of relatives. He doesn't want to marry anyone, but he'll do it for his niece. The problem was finding someone willing to enter into a short-term marriage of convenience. During a clash with a woman at an animal shelter, he impulsively proposed marriage to her.
Chloe was a dancer with the Rockettes, but had a run of bad luck during a performance, causing them to demote her. She was relegated to passing out performance flyers on the street. Dance has been her life, and Chloe was feeling lost without it. She also lost her boyfriend over it because she was no longer useful to his plans. Her pride wouldn't let her confess her problems to her family. The only thing that made her feel better was the puppy she was in the process of adopting until even that was threatened.
The confrontation between Chloe and Anders at the shelter was intense. Both wanted that puppy - Chloe for herself, Anders for his niece. Underneath the antagonism of the argument the sparks of attraction flew. It was interesting to see that Chloe rattled Anders to the point where he looked at her as a possible solution to his problem, even though she was the opposite of everything he wanted. Chloe was a bit off-center herself, with her mind drifting to daydreams about him rather than concentrating on getting the dog. Anders's sudden proposal, backtracking, and abandonment of his claim showed just how confused he was.
Fate wasn't done with them yet and tossed them together yet again when Anders brought Lolly to her ballet class - the same one that Chloe has just taken over the teaching of. The sparks were still there, and I had fun seeing Chloe jerk his chain about the proposal. But she felt a little guilty when she learned the story behind Anders and Lolly being together and decided to do something about it. Meanwhile, Anders was still trying to solve his wife problem and getting nowhere. Desperate, he made a proposition to Chloe. Their plan was for a paper marriage that would end as soon as Anders had custody of Lolly. They didn't count on the paparazzi getting wind of the marriage, which forced them to make it look real.
The intense attraction between Chloe and Anders had both of them on edge. Though Chloe insisted on a platonic arrangement, the chemistry between them blew that away the first night. I loved the effect it had on Anders, who suddenly realized that maybe being married wouldn't be such a bad thing. But Chloe freaked out at the intensity of her feelings and pulled back hard. They both put on the show that it was a real marriage, though Chloe kept reminding herself and Anders that it would be over soon, trying to protect her heart (which was a losing battle). I loved how easily they melded as a family. It was great to see the workaholic Anders leave work earlier every day, just to spend time with Lolly and Chloe. I ached for both of them, as Chloe was afraid to believe, and Anders finally understood what his brother had tried to tell him. When it came time for Chloe to make a choice, she had to decide where her heart really belonged. I loved their big moment at the end, and the setting was perfect.
I haven't read any of the other books in the series, but they are now on my list of ones I want to read. The love and support that they all had for Chloe was fantastic. I loved how they all came together to make the wedding happen, and how they drew Lolly and Anders into the family. I ached for Chloe, who let her pride get in the way of asking for help. And I loved her mom, who was a lot smarter than Chloe gave her credit for, and played a big part in Chloe's happy ending.
Chloe was a dancer with the Rockettes, but had a run of bad luck during a performance, causing them to demote her. She was relegated to passing out performance flyers on the street. Dance has been her life, and Chloe was feeling lost without it. She also lost her boyfriend over it because she was no longer useful to his plans. Her pride wouldn't let her confess her problems to her family. The only thing that made her feel better was the puppy she was in the process of adopting until even that was threatened.
The confrontation between Chloe and Anders at the shelter was intense. Both wanted that puppy - Chloe for herself, Anders for his niece. Underneath the antagonism of the argument the sparks of attraction flew. It was interesting to see that Chloe rattled Anders to the point where he looked at her as a possible solution to his problem, even though she was the opposite of everything he wanted. Chloe was a bit off-center herself, with her mind drifting to daydreams about him rather than concentrating on getting the dog. Anders's sudden proposal, backtracking, and abandonment of his claim showed just how confused he was.
Fate wasn't done with them yet and tossed them together yet again when Anders brought Lolly to her ballet class - the same one that Chloe has just taken over the teaching of. The sparks were still there, and I had fun seeing Chloe jerk his chain about the proposal. But she felt a little guilty when she learned the story behind Anders and Lolly being together and decided to do something about it. Meanwhile, Anders was still trying to solve his wife problem and getting nowhere. Desperate, he made a proposition to Chloe. Their plan was for a paper marriage that would end as soon as Anders had custody of Lolly. They didn't count on the paparazzi getting wind of the marriage, which forced them to make it look real.
The intense attraction between Chloe and Anders had both of them on edge. Though Chloe insisted on a platonic arrangement, the chemistry between them blew that away the first night. I loved the effect it had on Anders, who suddenly realized that maybe being married wouldn't be such a bad thing. But Chloe freaked out at the intensity of her feelings and pulled back hard. They both put on the show that it was a real marriage, though Chloe kept reminding herself and Anders that it would be over soon, trying to protect her heart (which was a losing battle). I loved how easily they melded as a family. It was great to see the workaholic Anders leave work earlier every day, just to spend time with Lolly and Chloe. I ached for both of them, as Chloe was afraid to believe, and Anders finally understood what his brother had tried to tell him. When it came time for Chloe to make a choice, she had to decide where her heart really belonged. I loved their big moment at the end, and the setting was perfect.
I haven't read any of the other books in the series, but they are now on my list of ones I want to read. The love and support that they all had for Chloe was fantastic. I loved how they all came together to make the wedding happen, and how they drew Lolly and Anders into the family. I ached for Chloe, who let her pride get in the way of asking for help. And I loved her mom, who was a lot smarter than Chloe gave her credit for, and played a big part in Chloe's happy ending.
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December 1, 2018Miniseries: Wilde Hearts
December 16, 2018
Touching, sweet story, not only for the holidays but at any time of year. Made me sniffle, in places, but Anders came thru for me.
December 17, 2018
An absolutely delightful Christmas romance! I love guardianship themed stories and this didn't disappoint. Set in snow covered Manhattan, the H and h share a special chemistry and I loved their banter. The H is struggling with grief while looking after his adorable niece and Chloe, the h, is just so refreshing ! Thank you for this wonderful love story, Ms. Wilson!
December 4, 2024
I definitely liked this book better than the last one in the series. It was still an open-door romance, which aren't my favorite. But it was contained to a couple pages. That allowed there to be an actual plot line with room for character growth. Anders has a chance to deal with his grief and guilt, and Chloe has time to adjust to her career changes. And Lolly is a wonderful side character.
November 28, 2018
I love it and I plan to reread Anders and Chloe story again. Anders make me believe in love the way he is with his niece Lolly and the way he and Chloe found love. it make me believe in Christmas and love and anything is possible at Christmastime
December 19, 2018
Very cute, very sweet Christmas romance!
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