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Zaftig Dating Agency #5
Soft Focus
Aiden: I take pictures of beautiful women for a living. But none of them affect me nearly as much as Johnna. Can I make her part of my world?
Johnna: Aiden works with models every day. What could he possible see in a woman like me?
Sometimes fate needs a little help. Welcome to the files of the Zaftig Dating Agency, where alpha men find the curvy women of their dreams!
This is a sweet but sexy short story romance, complete with insta-love and a guaranteed happily-ever-after. If you’re looking for an escape from everyday life with an alpha older man and the curvy BBW younger woman that he loves, this is the book for you!
Johnna: Aiden works with models every day. What could he possible see in a woman like me?
Sometimes fate needs a little help. Welcome to the files of the Zaftig Dating Agency, where alpha men find the curvy women of their dreams!
This is a sweet but sexy short story romance, complete with insta-love and a guaranteed happily-ever-after. If you’re looking for an escape from everyday life with an alpha older man and the curvy BBW younger woman that he loves, this is the book for you!
33 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 12, 2019
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About the author
Jane Fox
158 books187 followersJane Fox is a romance author and librarian. She grew up sneaking romance novels, and now she's a USA Today bestselling author herself. Her books focus on curvy women who meet the older men of their dreams.
When she's not writing or organizing the library shelves, she's probably sipping a latte and plotting her next steamy tale. So if you're ready for a short, fun romance, grab one of Jane's books and prepare to fall in love.
When she's not writing or organizing the library shelves, she's probably sipping a latte and plotting her next steamy tale. So if you're ready for a short, fun romance, grab one of Jane's books and prepare to fall in love.
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December 16, 2019
I received a free copy of this book.This is my honest and voluntary review
This is book five of the Zaftig Dating Agency series and it is a great addition. It is the perfect short and sweet story for a relaxing afternoon read. Aiden and Johnna are great together and I absolutely love the premise of this series. Such fun. A dating agency your friends sign you up for and you never know. Epic!!!!!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is book five of the Zaftig Dating Agency series and it is a great addition. It is the perfect short and sweet story for a relaxing afternoon read. Aiden and Johnna are great together and I absolutely love the premise of this series. Such fun. A dating agency your friends sign you up for and you never know. Epic!!!!!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 24, 2021
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December 13, 2019
The potential match this time is between Aiden Harcross, a 40-year-old photographer who works for Smoulder Magazine, taking high-end fashion photos, and 24-year-old Johnna Tentingham, a smart, driven, and well-liked manager for the local farmer’s market.
Aiden was feeling disgruntled photographing the spoiled, stick-thin models who selfishly think only of themselves and demand to be the center of attention at all times. When he is given an assignment to photograph a “real” person for their annual “Do Good” edition for the community, he is ready for the change.
In Johnna’s job as manager of the farmer's market, she is outgoing and friendly, and it’s obvious her customers really like her. She was thrilled to be photographed by a famous photographer, but then let self-doubts convince her he would never look twice at a curvy girl like she was.
When Johnna comes in for the studio photos to be taken, Aiden asks her what her favorite item is that they sell. Then he snaps pictures of the smile that starts and the wistful look on her face as she recalls a soap that she loves! She was so easy to photograph – she was so real! Then the whiny voice of Madison St. Cloud throws a nasty insult about his having to photograph a land whale! He had been so caught up in working with Johnna that he ran overtime, and Madison was his next appointment. Before he could catch up to Johnna, she had run out of the studio.
She is completely different from the models he sees every day and she captures his interest. Can he convince her that she is exactly what he wants in his life?
This is a short but good story about how others perceive us and how we can sometimes be harder on ourselves than we should be. Grab your copy and enjoy Aiden and Johnna’s chance for happiness.
Aiden was feeling disgruntled photographing the spoiled, stick-thin models who selfishly think only of themselves and demand to be the center of attention at all times. When he is given an assignment to photograph a “real” person for their annual “Do Good” edition for the community, he is ready for the change.
In Johnna’s job as manager of the farmer's market, she is outgoing and friendly, and it’s obvious her customers really like her. She was thrilled to be photographed by a famous photographer, but then let self-doubts convince her he would never look twice at a curvy girl like she was.
When Johnna comes in for the studio photos to be taken, Aiden asks her what her favorite item is that they sell. Then he snaps pictures of the smile that starts and the wistful look on her face as she recalls a soap that she loves! She was so easy to photograph – she was so real! Then the whiny voice of Madison St. Cloud throws a nasty insult about his having to photograph a land whale! He had been so caught up in working with Johnna that he ran overtime, and Madison was his next appointment. Before he could catch up to Johnna, she had run out of the studio.
She is completely different from the models he sees every day and she captures his interest. Can he convince her that she is exactly what he wants in his life?
This is a short but good story about how others perceive us and how we can sometimes be harder on ourselves than we should be. Grab your copy and enjoy Aiden and Johnna’s chance for happiness.
December 13, 2019
His camera loves her curves
Soft Focus is another great short story in the Zaftig Dating Agency series. Aiden is a fashion photographer for Smoulder magazine. His friend and coworker Carly has hired the Zaftig agency to get him a woman that has "something to say". Johnna is definitely a young woman that has something going on in her life. She is the manager for the local farmer's market and does not do fashion, as how can you when you are on the move all day helping both farmer's and customers. Smoulder is doing a story on Johnna for their annual "Do Good" issue and they are sending Aiden out to the market to shot Johnna first and then doing a studio shot with her afterwards. What Aiden sees when he first sees Johnna is that she the camera loves her as he admires her curves. When they meet it is immediate attraction for both of them with more than a spark arcing between them. But leave it it an obnoxious underweight model to break the mood during the studio shot a week later and Aiden is going to have to pursue Johnna to make her believe him when he says she is it for him.
This is a wonderfully sweet and saucy fast-paced short story. The characters of Johnna and Aiden are nicely written with good internal dialogue and the story-line is great. Of course there is a HEA that is the cherry on top of this story.
I received a free ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. My opinions are all my own.
Soft Focus is another great short story in the Zaftig Dating Agency series. Aiden is a fashion photographer for Smoulder magazine. His friend and coworker Carly has hired the Zaftig agency to get him a woman that has "something to say". Johnna is definitely a young woman that has something going on in her life. She is the manager for the local farmer's market and does not do fashion, as how can you when you are on the move all day helping both farmer's and customers. Smoulder is doing a story on Johnna for their annual "Do Good" issue and they are sending Aiden out to the market to shot Johnna first and then doing a studio shot with her afterwards. What Aiden sees when he first sees Johnna is that she the camera loves her as he admires her curves. When they meet it is immediate attraction for both of them with more than a spark arcing between them. But leave it it an obnoxious underweight model to break the mood during the studio shot a week later and Aiden is going to have to pursue Johnna to make her believe him when he says she is it for him.
This is a wonderfully sweet and saucy fast-paced short story. The characters of Johnna and Aiden are nicely written with good internal dialogue and the story-line is great. Of course there is a HEA that is the cherry on top of this story.
I received a free ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. My opinions are all my own.
February 26, 2022
The couple: Aiden and Johnna
Romance genre: Insta-love; matchmaker
Series: Zaftig Dating Agency
Length: 44 pages
Plot: Aiden is generally assigned to take pictures of high-end models but this time, he's been sent to the farmer's market for a profile on the woman who runs the place. When he sees her, he's instantly in love; she's the most beautiful woman he's ever seen. She's insecure about her looks though. Can he convince her that she's everything to him?
Commentary: This is a sweet series that works perfectly as a filler between longer books. The HEA is always guaranteed and fast. There is low conflict/angst, and the curvy heroine (zaftig, get it?) is always placed on a pedestal. In this case, Johnna is a capable, competent woman except when it comes to her looks. That's a shame when Aiden spends his time with women who set off those insecurities. He takes no prisoners though and lets the other women know exactly what he thinks of them.
Previous book in the series: Jump Start My Heart
Next book in the series: Guarding Her
Romance genre: Insta-love; matchmaker
Series: Zaftig Dating Agency
Length: 44 pages
Plot: Aiden is generally assigned to take pictures of high-end models but this time, he's been sent to the farmer's market for a profile on the woman who runs the place. When he sees her, he's instantly in love; she's the most beautiful woman he's ever seen. She's insecure about her looks though. Can he convince her that she's everything to him?
Commentary: This is a sweet series that works perfectly as a filler between longer books. The HEA is always guaranteed and fast. There is low conflict/angst, and the curvy heroine (zaftig, get it?) is always placed on a pedestal. In this case, Johnna is a capable, competent woman except when it comes to her looks. That's a shame when Aiden spends his time with women who set off those insecurities. He takes no prisoners though and lets the other women know exactly what he thinks of them.
Previous book in the series: Jump Start My Heart
Next book in the series: Guarding Her
December 16, 2019
Another great book where couples are matched without even realising it.
This is Aiden and Johnna's story He is a busy photographer who spends his time photographing stick thin models who think that the world owes them and he is getting fed up with it So when he is tasked with the photography for a shoot about a real person he jumps at it. That person is Johnna she is the manager of the local farmers market When he gets her to relax by getting her to talk about her favourite products at the market he sees a real woman with something to say and he is entranced but his next client a bitchy model insults her calling her a whale devastated Johnna runs. Can Aiden convince her that she is the woman for him Yo will need to read to see if they get their HEA
This is Aiden and Johnna's story He is a busy photographer who spends his time photographing stick thin models who think that the world owes them and he is getting fed up with it So when he is tasked with the photography for a shoot about a real person he jumps at it. That person is Johnna she is the manager of the local farmers market When he gets her to relax by getting her to talk about her favourite products at the market he sees a real woman with something to say and he is entranced but his next client a bitchy model insults her calling her a whale devastated Johnna runs. Can Aiden convince her that she is the woman for him Yo will need to read to see if they get their HEA
January 31, 2020
Soft focus is book five in the zaftig dating agency series. This story is short, fast paced and an enjoyable read. I read this book in one sitting and was satisfied throughout. I found the writing style easy to follow, the characters likeable and the storyline entertaining. Aiden is a successful photographer that is used to working with beautiful models. He hasn’t ever wanted one. As soon as he sees Johnna, he wants her with every fibre of his being.
The chemistry between Johnna and Aiden is clear to see and I liked them as a couple.
I really liked the ending and the epilogue for this story.
The storyline for this book is easy to follow and an enjoyable read. I cannot wait for more books from this series.
The chemistry between Johnna and Aiden is clear to see and I liked them as a couple.
I really liked the ending and the epilogue for this story.
The storyline for this book is easy to follow and an enjoyable read. I cannot wait for more books from this series.
December 11, 2019
I really enjoyed this story. The characters were awesome and very relatable. Really get a kick out of the secret matchmaker thing.
Aiden is a photographer and takes pictures of beautiful women as part of his job. When Aiden has to take pictures of Johnna, she is nothing like the models he sees every day. He just can't get Johnna off his mind. Johnna is a manager of a farmer's market. She doesn't see how someone like Aiden could be interested in a woman like her, when he works with models all the time.
This is a short, but sweet read. Loved the happy ever after.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Aiden is a photographer and takes pictures of beautiful women as part of his job. When Aiden has to take pictures of Johnna, she is nothing like the models he sees every day. He just can't get Johnna off his mind. Johnna is a manager of a farmer's market. She doesn't see how someone like Aiden could be interested in a woman like her, when he works with models all the time.
This is a short, but sweet read. Loved the happy ever after.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 14, 2019
Aiden is a professional photographer so when he is set up by his friend to photograph Johnna a local farmers market owner for their do good issue he is in for a surprise. I love this book and series so much. It just keeps getting better. Each book is a standalone but you’ll love Jane’s writing so much you’ll be binging them all. There was some slight ow drama but it was handled really well. The epilogue was really great! I can’t wait to read more by this author. I highly recommend this book. You won’t be disappointed.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 17, 2019
i read this book as part of an arc program. This is the fifth book in the Zaftig Dating Agency series. In this book, Aiden is a photographer and hates working with the spoiled models. When Aiden is hired to take pictures of Johanna, the manager of a local farmer's market, he is very attracted to her and gets to know her over the time they spend together. Aiden is interested in dating Johanna, but she wonders if he could be interested in her when he is surrounded by beautiful women all day. I really liked how Aiden got to know Johanna and liked her for herself. I like Aiden and liked he liked a real woman who could be herself and wasn't shallow. Another good one in this series.
December 9, 2019
Picture perfect for a photo shoot thinks Aiden. He is looking at a curvaceous woman who is the manager at a farmers market. Johanna is the manager and is asked to be a feature story for a magazine that he works for. He can’t take his eyes off of her he follows her around and the Villain a.k.a super skinny model walks into the room in the middle of the photo shoot and reeks havoc. Once All is said and done, HEA and no cliffhangers meets the last page.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 15, 2019
Aiden is a fashion photographer whose friend and coworker Carly hires the Zaftig agency to find him his match!! Johnna is a curvy woman who is the manager for the local farmer's market. When Aiden’s magazine sends him to photograph Johnna for their annual "Do Good" issue he falls for the beautiful curvy young woman! Johnna is instantly attracted to Aiden, but knows he would never be interested in a curvy girl like her! Great quick read that I would highly recommend!!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 12, 2019
Another great story from the pages of the Zaftig Dating Agency with Aiden who is a photographer working with skinny beautiful models but when he is ask to photograph Johnna who runs a farmers market and is a curvy woman. Aiden can not take his eyes off of Johnna with her beautiful body and she feels like he could never be interested in someone like her. Loved this story and the characters were great.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 12, 2019
Soft Focus by Jane Fox. I like the books in this series (the Zaftig Dating Agency) but sometimes I really want to shake these girls and say “yes- you are beautiful, embrace who you are, and quit comparing yourself to unrealistic expectations!” Fast paced short story featuring swoon worthy alpha male and curvy insecure young females that come with a lot of drama, heat, and HEA. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 13, 2019
I love these Zaftig Agency books!!! One look. One look and gorgeous photographer Aiden was completely intrigued with Joanna. After one day in her company, he was completely smitten with her. Aiden is so sweet and he just adores her. She has a hard time believing someone like him could think a curvy girl like her is so beautiful in his eyes, but he does an amazing job convincing her!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 13, 2019
This is a well written novella with strong characters and a sweet love story. The author once again does a great job packing tons of emotions along with a sizzling hot chemistry. She describes her scenes in detail and moves the story quickly and smoothly. I enjoyed reading and am looking forward to the next book.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
December 15, 2019
Another awesome read in the Zaftig Dating Agency Series by Jane Fox. Aiden photographs beautiful women every day but none of the models are the one. So his friend Carly signs him up for the dating agency. Johnna runs the local farmers market and is nothing like the models he works with. But when sets eyes on Johnna, he knows she is the one for him. Johnna doubts Aiden could be into her with all her curves but Aiden sees a beautiful woman he intends to claim. 5 stars!
December 22, 2019
Loved the book it was great, the story was well written and the characters are interesting. Aiden a professional photographer. Jonnha a manager with farmers market. Aiden was jumping at the chance to take photos of a normal person not models, as soon as they saw each other feelings for each other.
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Thank you for allowing me to review your book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 9, 2019
This is an exciting read! The plot and characters are well developed and the pace is relatively fast. There is some drama, intrigue, and humour. Likeble characters; the chemistry between them is instant. A really enjoyable read. Definitely recommended.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 10, 2019
Another enjoyable read
Photographer Aiden, as part of his job is surrounded by beautiful models everyday, but is looking for something more.
When his colleague and friend ask him to photograph Johnna for a feature, he can't help fall for her.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Photographer Aiden, as part of his job is surrounded by beautiful models everyday, but is looking for something more.
When his colleague and friend ask him to photograph Johnna for a feature, he can't help fall for her.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 14, 2019
Good story, but disappointing beginning
I found the start a little disappointing in this series which I usually like. The meeting of the characters is quite fast and I have not completely managed to get involved in the story from the beginning even if it has a good background on fashion but which would have deserved more pages.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book
I found the start a little disappointing in this series which I usually like. The meeting of the characters is quite fast and I have not completely managed to get involved in the story from the beginning even if it has a good background on fashion but which would have deserved more pages.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book
December 15, 2019
Another sweet part of the Zaftig series. Aiden is a fashion photographer tired of the shallowness of the business. Johnna is the manager of the local farmer's market.
Age gap short romance story with a slight other ow drama.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Age gap short romance story with a slight other ow drama.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 15, 2019
Fantastic story! Characters that will steal your heart. A storyline that keeps you on the edge of your seat and glued to your kindle! For me it was a love- hate deal as the characters face their demons. You will feel their emotions and struggles. A definite must read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 16, 2019
Book five of the Zaftig Dating Agency series. This sweet, sexy story about a curvy young woman, Johnna and a professional photographer, Aiden. He sees her and bam! Insta-love! And serious heat. I really enjoy the way Ms. Fox has been writing this series and I anxiously await each new book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 16, 2019
Soft Focus is the fifth book in the Zaftig Dating Agency series. I loved this story about Aiden and his insta-love for Joanna. This is a short but sweet story with humour, some drama, and wonderful characters that are meant to be together.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 16, 2019
I've read a lot of books written by Jane Fox; she has done an excellent job at writing a good short story; I will definitely be reading more of her books.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I loved the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I loved the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
December 17, 2019
I volunteered to read this ARC for an honest review. I enjoyed this quick story about Aiden and Johnna. He's a photographer and she's works at the Farmers market. His find sets up the meeting, Aiden with do a photo shoot for the farmer market highlighting Johnna. Great HEA with lots of heat.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 17, 2019
If you don't have a lot of time but you're looking for a short H.E.A. this is one I highly recommend. The chemistry between Aiden and Johnna is instant and as the viewpoint changes back and forth it gives the reader a wonderful insight into their thoughts and feelings.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 18, 2019
This book is a wonderfully well-written sweet sassy fast-paced short story with great well-constructed characters with great chemistry. The characters are full of life and seem very realistic. This is a good story with a HEA from a good Author
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 9, 2019
A great continuation of the Zaftig Dating Agency series!! As always a satisfying half hour read and a lovely, steamy and romantic InstaLove story :D
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