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Dirty Sweet Alphas #4
Marrying Max
A BBW Instalove Romance
Lindsay
How much of a mess is my life right now? Let me count the ways: I don’t have a career, I don’t have a boyfriend, my diet is a mess, and I’m always running late.
When my tire blows out one afternoon on the highway, I’m not even surprised. It’s just the way my life goes.
But then a sizzling-hot stranger rescues me—and offers me more than just a helping hand. I’ve never felt so protected or desired by anyone before.
There’s no way this guy is for real, right?
Max
I pull over to help the woman on the shoulder of the highway because it’s the right thing to do.
But now that I’ve met her, I want to cherish and care for this curvy beauty for the rest of my life.
Lindsay thinks she’s too much of a mess for me, though. She doesn’t believe me when I tell her she’s perfect the way she is.
I’m not going to give up, though.
Even if it means sacrificing everything for her.
MARRYING MAX is a short instalove romance with steam, sweetness, and a happily-ever-after! This novella can be read as a standalone, but is best enjoyed with the rest of the Dirty Sweet Alphas series.
Lindsay
How much of a mess is my life right now? Let me count the ways: I don’t have a career, I don’t have a boyfriend, my diet is a mess, and I’m always running late.
When my tire blows out one afternoon on the highway, I’m not even surprised. It’s just the way my life goes.
But then a sizzling-hot stranger rescues me—and offers me more than just a helping hand. I’ve never felt so protected or desired by anyone before.
There’s no way this guy is for real, right?
Max
I pull over to help the woman on the shoulder of the highway because it’s the right thing to do.
But now that I’ve met her, I want to cherish and care for this curvy beauty for the rest of my life.
Lindsay thinks she’s too much of a mess for me, though. She doesn’t believe me when I tell her she’s perfect the way she is.
I’m not going to give up, though.
Even if it means sacrificing everything for her.
MARRYING MAX is a short instalove romance with steam, sweetness, and a happily-ever-after! This novella can be read as a standalone, but is best enjoyed with the rest of the Dirty Sweet Alphas series.
40 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 20, 2020
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March 17, 2020
Lindsay is late for everything and that has been a reoccurring theme in all of the previous books in the series. On her way to Grayson’s firs birthday she has a blow out and being the determined independent woman that she is decides that she is going to change it on her own, even when the most attractive man she has ever laid eyes on stops to help her. But there is something about Max that leaves her wanting to know more, but her life is a mess surely a successful man like him wouldn’t want to get involved with someone like her?
Max couldn’t not stop to help the woman trying to change a tyre but wasn’t expecting to fall for her with one look in her eyes, can he convince the beauty before him that they are perfect for one another or will she push him away, one thing Max knows is he will do whatever it takes to make her his for always
I am voluntarily reviewing an advanced reader of this book.
Max couldn’t not stop to help the woman trying to change a tyre but wasn’t expecting to fall for her with one look in her eyes, can he convince the beauty before him that they are perfect for one another or will she push him away, one thing Max knows is he will do whatever it takes to make her his for always
I am voluntarily reviewing an advanced reader of this book.
April 6, 2023
**2.6/5 stars**
Lindsay is on her way to her friend's child's birthday when one of her tires suddenly needs to be changed. While she's changing the tire for her spare one, Max, who notices her on the side of the road stops by and offers his help but she refuses. And somehow, Lindsay ends up inviting him to accompany her to the birthday party, and since he is already enamored by her, he accepts.
I thought the beginning was alright, but the development was very improbable. Like, who invites an absolute stranger to a friend's child's birthday party? It all just seemed weird to me from the get go. I didn't especially care for the plot in this one.
Lindsay kept thinking her life was a mess because she's always late. Or maybe stop being irresponsible and making excuses...how about that? Manage your time better? Don't blame life for making you late when you should be the one organizing and in charge of your own life. But anyway, she wasn't a particularly likable girl. As for Max, he was decent and protective but very forgettable.
The only thing that I preferred here over the other novellas in this series was the smut. I felt there was more passion. And there were more scenes. Other than that, it wasn't my favorite. The drama came from Lindsay's insecurities and didn't last long, but her reasons were annoying.
✔️HEA
✔️Novella
✔️Dual POV
✔️Instalove
✔️Age gap
✔️Protective H
✔️Curvy h
✔️No OW/OM
✔️No cheating
✔️Safe
🔥 Steam level: 2/5
⚡Content warning
Would I recommend this novella? It was alright but nothing very outstanding. A nice little story if you want to read something but don't have much time.
I probably won't continue reading this author's work since I don't really like the format she uses to write her stories. I like more depth, more development, and more pages (even by novella standards). I just can't connect with her characters. Just not for me.
**Note that I do not rate novellas and full-length books by the same standards**
Lindsay is on her way to her friend's child's birthday when one of her tires suddenly needs to be changed. While she's changing the tire for her spare one, Max, who notices her on the side of the road stops by and offers his help but she refuses. And somehow, Lindsay ends up inviting him to accompany her to the birthday party, and since he is already enamored by her, he accepts.
I thought the beginning was alright, but the development was very improbable. Like, who invites an absolute stranger to a friend's child's birthday party? It all just seemed weird to me from the get go. I didn't especially care for the plot in this one.
Lindsay kept thinking her life was a mess because she's always late. Or maybe stop being irresponsible and making excuses...how about that? Manage your time better? Don't blame life for making you late when you should be the one organizing and in charge of your own life. But anyway, she wasn't a particularly likable girl. As for Max, he was decent and protective but very forgettable.
What kind of guy thinks about introducing a woman to his parents within minutes of meeting her? Me, apparently.-Max
The only thing that I preferred here over the other novellas in this series was the smut. I felt there was more passion. And there were more scenes. Other than that, it wasn't my favorite. The drama came from Lindsay's insecurities and didn't last long, but her reasons were annoying.
✔️HEA
✔️Novella
✔️Dual POV
✔️Instalove
✔️Age gap
✔️Protective H
✔️Curvy h
✔️No OW/OM
✔️No cheating
✔️Safe
🔥 Steam level: 2/5
⚡Content warning
Would I recommend this novella? It was alright but nothing very outstanding. A nice little story if you want to read something but don't have much time.
I probably won't continue reading this author's work since I don't really like the format she uses to write her stories. I like more depth, more development, and more pages (even by novella standards). I just can't connect with her characters. Just not for me.
**Note that I do not rate novellas and full-length books by the same standards**
Dirty Sweet Alphas Series
1. Craving Cole - 2. Getting Gabe
3. Loving Liam - 4. Marrying Max*
January 21, 2020
Loved this series. This was Lindsay’s story and it was so good. Loved how her and Max met. It was a real meet cute. They were so good together. Loved catching up with the couples from the other stories and see how their HEAs were. It was a great series and I know that I will be reading them again. I can’t wait to see what she has coming next.
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.
January 24, 2020
One blown tire later and she ends up with her forever
Marrying Max is the fourth and final book in the Dirty Sweet Alphas series and this time it is the story of Lindsay and Max. Lindsay is a young woman that I would say is still trying to figure out her life. She is the last of the four best friends who is not married and having babies. She has had ten different jobs in the last five years, is perpetually late to everything, something is always happening to her in her life and she has not been able to find anyone that she wants to date. When she is on her way to Elle and Liam's house for Grayson's first birthday party, their youngest son, one of her tires blows out. While she is on the side of the road changing it a car pulls up behind her and a deep and husky man's voice says "Hey, you okay?". When she looks up what she sees takes her breath and stuns her..........Sweet Jesus!!! He asks if he can help her but Lindsay is more than capable of doing it herself. But he is not going anywhere and stands there watching her the whole time until she is finished. She does a great job of changing the tire but he points out that the spare is underinflated and proceeds to call for road side assistance. While they wait in his car the talk and get to know each other a bit. Since he will not let her pay for the assistance call she offers to take him to dinner which he partially refuses as he wants to take her out for dinner. So they agree to that but also that he is going to the birthday party with her. All of the ladies and their husbands are there and he is introduced to them all which results in Aurora, Marissa and Elle are giving her "the look". You know that one that a girl friend will give you when she thinks your date is hot. After the party they take a walk and then head to dinner where they proceed to talk the entire night away. Max gives her a sweet kiss goodnight but also ensures they are going on a second date which results in a bad movie but sharing some pie afterwards. The third date that week has Max making Lindsay dinner with some nice dessert on the couch and then naked bedroom gymnastics for the rest of the night.
Max is a real nice guy. He is well employed, I am guessing a lawyer or something like that, originates from Chicago and wants a family, with no hesitation in saying yes to that when Lindsay asked if he wants kids. He recognizes that Lindsay is a gem even when she is a bit of a tornado and things are happening. He likes her just for her - no matter where she works, thinks her curvy body is just perfect, her generous spirit and so on. The man just likes her for her and he has had flashes of being her husband and them having a family together. He wants to spoil her, take care of her, support her and so much more.
I really enjoyed reading this last story in the series. It is just like the others in that it is well written, has an interesting story-line, great characters, is funny, witty, sweet and has more than a bit of hot and steamy dirty times. The bonus is the last Epilogue which tells the reader what has happened to each of the four best friends, their husbands and children. These ladies will remain best friends for life no matter what even if they do not see each other daily.
Marrying Max is the fourth and final book in the Dirty Sweet Alphas series and this time it is the story of Lindsay and Max. Lindsay is a young woman that I would say is still trying to figure out her life. She is the last of the four best friends who is not married and having babies. She has had ten different jobs in the last five years, is perpetually late to everything, something is always happening to her in her life and she has not been able to find anyone that she wants to date. When she is on her way to Elle and Liam's house for Grayson's first birthday party, their youngest son, one of her tires blows out. While she is on the side of the road changing it a car pulls up behind her and a deep and husky man's voice says "Hey, you okay?". When she looks up what she sees takes her breath and stuns her..........Sweet Jesus!!! He asks if he can help her but Lindsay is more than capable of doing it herself. But he is not going anywhere and stands there watching her the whole time until she is finished. She does a great job of changing the tire but he points out that the spare is underinflated and proceeds to call for road side assistance. While they wait in his car the talk and get to know each other a bit. Since he will not let her pay for the assistance call she offers to take him to dinner which he partially refuses as he wants to take her out for dinner. So they agree to that but also that he is going to the birthday party with her. All of the ladies and their husbands are there and he is introduced to them all which results in Aurora, Marissa and Elle are giving her "the look". You know that one that a girl friend will give you when she thinks your date is hot. After the party they take a walk and then head to dinner where they proceed to talk the entire night away. Max gives her a sweet kiss goodnight but also ensures they are going on a second date which results in a bad movie but sharing some pie afterwards. The third date that week has Max making Lindsay dinner with some nice dessert on the couch and then naked bedroom gymnastics for the rest of the night.
Max is a real nice guy. He is well employed, I am guessing a lawyer or something like that, originates from Chicago and wants a family, with no hesitation in saying yes to that when Lindsay asked if he wants kids. He recognizes that Lindsay is a gem even when she is a bit of a tornado and things are happening. He likes her just for her - no matter where she works, thinks her curvy body is just perfect, her generous spirit and so on. The man just likes her for her and he has had flashes of being her husband and them having a family together. He wants to spoil her, take care of her, support her and so much more.
I really enjoyed reading this last story in the series. It is just like the others in that it is well written, has an interesting story-line, great characters, is funny, witty, sweet and has more than a bit of hot and steamy dirty times. The bonus is the last Epilogue which tells the reader what has happened to each of the four best friends, their husbands and children. These ladies will remain best friends for life no matter what even if they do not see each other daily.
March 18, 2020
I liked this story a lot. It was interesting and entertaining. There was a small amount of angst but it resolved very quickly.
Lindsay is always running late and doesn't have a plan for her life. She feels like her life is a mess. As she's running late one day, her tire blows out. While Lindsay is changing her tire a super hot guy offers to change it for her. She tells him she can handle it, but he stays to keep an eye out for her. Lindsay ends up needing his help after all and that makes her feel protected and the way he looks at her makes her feel desired.
Max pulls over on the highway when he sees a car pulled off to the side. He sees a curvy beauty changing her tire and decides that he will do it for her since she should be taken care of. Max is pleasantly surprised by his feelings for Lindsay and wants to get to know her better. The more he learns about Lindsay the more he wants to keep her in his life. Lindsay thinks that her life is too much of a mess for them to work, but he tells her she’s perfect the way she is. Max is going to make sure that she knows he would sacrifice everything for her.
I loved that they went out on dates and took their time getting to know each other. The glimpses into the future showing their happy ever after made me smile. I recommend reading this book.
Lindsay is always running late and doesn't have a plan for her life. She feels like her life is a mess. As she's running late one day, her tire blows out. While Lindsay is changing her tire a super hot guy offers to change it for her. She tells him she can handle it, but he stays to keep an eye out for her. Lindsay ends up needing his help after all and that makes her feel protected and the way he looks at her makes her feel desired.
Max pulls over on the highway when he sees a car pulled off to the side. He sees a curvy beauty changing her tire and decides that he will do it for her since she should be taken care of. Max is pleasantly surprised by his feelings for Lindsay and wants to get to know her better. The more he learns about Lindsay the more he wants to keep her in his life. Lindsay thinks that her life is too much of a mess for them to work, but he tells her she’s perfect the way she is. Max is going to make sure that she knows he would sacrifice everything for her.
I loved that they went out on dates and took their time getting to know each other. The glimpses into the future showing their happy ever after made me smile. I recommend reading this book.
July 17, 2022
This is book number 4 of the Dirty Sweet Alphas series and focuses on Max and Lindsay. Lindsay is the last single person of her friend group and is still trying to get her life together. Her life feels like it’s a hot mess no matter how much she tries for it not to be. With her luck, she blew a tire on the way to Liam and Ella’s son's birthday party. Little does she know that what she considered an unlucky moment ended up bringing Max into her life. They had an instant, undeniable attraction and connection. After helping her out with her tire, she invites him along to the party before going out on a real date, which leads to starting a beautiful relationship. I absolutely loved Max and Lindsay together. They balanced each other out so perfectly! They were exactly what the other person was needing in life. This was a great story and a great end to the series.
January 21, 2020
This is a great story! It's short but perfect for a cold evening. I love this series about best friends finding the loves of their lives. It's the last friend who needs to find her love.
Lindsay is always running late. She is late to a birthday party when her tire blew. She goes about fixing it when Max shows up to help her. There is something about Lindsay that draws Max to her. They go to the party together before they share a meal. They begin dating and before long things fall into place. Will they find their happy ever after?
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Lindsay is always running late. She is late to a birthday party when her tire blew. She goes about fixing it when Max shows up to help her. There is something about Lindsay that draws Max to her. They go to the party together before they share a meal. They begin dating and before long things fall into place. Will they find their happy ever after?
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 23, 2020
This is the fourth in the BBW Instalove Romance series, and I enjoyed it immensely. In this case, it was Max and Lindsay. She is a curvy girl, stuck on the side of the road, changing a blown out tire. He is the gentleman who stops to offer assistance, and when she refuses to let him change it for her, he waits to make sure she remains safe. I absolutely admired the fact that he stayed true to being a gentleman. I think I enjoyed this book the best in the series, and if you have not read the others, you should. Thank you Ms. Hunt for writing about curvy women and the men who appreciate their curves.
January 29, 2020
Despite the blow to his ego, Max is taken with Lindsay when they first meet. Her independent spirit as well as her curves speak to him. He’s so hunky and delicious looking, she can’t resist. In spite of this being a short book, don’t feel like the story was rushed. It was definitely one where you’ll wish there was a Max in your life. He really cares about her and listens to her. This guy is a gem and so is this 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.
February 10, 2020
3.5 Stars
Marrying Max is book four in the dirty sweet alpha 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 enjoyable.
The chemistry between Max and Lindsay is clear to see and I loved 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 it is an enjoyable read.
Marrying Max is book four in the dirty sweet alpha 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 enjoyable.
The chemistry between Max and Lindsay is clear to see and I loved 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 it is an enjoyable read.
January 20, 2020
Loved this series. We get Lindsay’s story and she the jackpot with Max. He’s everything she needed. I’m so glad he put a stop to her ranting when her insecurities got the better of her. This is a short, sweet, and sexy love story.
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.
January 22, 2020
Sweet series!
Lindsey is always late to everything and this time her tire blows out. Max stops to help and she refuses, wanting to do it on her own. She invited him to the party she was going to and they got it off. Sweet book.
Read these in order. Each friend finds their man and this one caps them all off with a big epilogue about what they're all doing now.
Lindsey is always late to everything and this time her tire blows out. Max stops to help and she refuses, wanting to do it on her own. She invited him to the party she was going to and they got it off. Sweet book.
Read these in order. Each friend finds their man and this one caps them all off with a big epilogue about what they're all doing now.
January 27, 2020
Talk about a swoon worthy hero. That line broke me: “I’d rather put myself in danger than see you put yourself in it.” With every Kate's book you know you are in for a treat when it comes to heros of the story. 5 stars 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.
March 17, 2020
"How much of a mess is my life right now? Let me count the ways: I don’t have a career, I don’t have a boyfriend, my diet is a mess, and I’m always running late." Marrying Max is the final book in the Dirty Sweet Alphas series. Enjoyed Lindsay and Max's story. The final epilogue is amazing, and very worthwhile.
June 2, 2020
Very Entertaining!
This book was very descriptive and detailed. Allowed me to see the events unfold as though I were present. This is a very good read and had a great amount of mutual attraction and steaminess to keep things running along smoothly. I am a huge fan of Kate Hunt and I now seek out her stories because she does not disappoint!!
This book was very descriptive and detailed. Allowed me to see the events unfold as though I were present. This is a very good read and had a great amount of mutual attraction and steaminess to keep things running along smoothly. I am a huge fan of Kate Hunt and I now seek out her stories because she does not disappoint!!
January 22, 2020
I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book.
This is a wonderful well-written quick to read novella, the storyline is fast-paced with wonderful likable characters. Lindsay and Max have wonderful chemistry between them from their first meeting. Highly entertaining.
This is a wonderful well-written quick to read novella, the storyline is fast-paced with wonderful likable characters. Lindsay and Max have wonderful chemistry between them from their first meeting. Highly entertaining.
January 28, 2020
Very quick and dirty short story. A great read.
I love Max. He's the kind of man that makes other book boyfriends jealous.
The storyline is action packed, fast paced and lots of steam sex scenes.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I love Max. He's the kind of man that makes other book boyfriends jealous.
The storyline is action packed, fast paced and lots of steam sex scenes.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 10, 2020
Loved
Lindsay and Max meet on the side of the road after she has a flat tire. These two are sweet together. Loved this series and it was great to catch up on the whole gang at the end.
Lindsay and Max meet on the side of the road after she has a flat tire. These two are sweet together. Loved this series and it was great to catch up on the whole gang at the end.
March 30, 2022
Marrying Max
I loved this short story and much was the last. May has a say with the characters, you laugh, cry, have a little adventure, love, excitement and of coarse a Happily Ever After. I highly recommend this series. Happy Reading!!!!
I loved this short story and much was the last. May has a say with the characters, you laugh, cry, have a little adventure, love, excitement and of coarse a Happily Ever After. I highly recommend this series. Happy Reading!!!!
January 20, 2020
3.5 stars
January 24, 2020
The books in this series just got better and better. I loved the sense of family amongst these friends and the wonderful lives they built for themselves. The end was great!
February 13, 2020
Cute!
Sweet book about a flat tire Cunningham's curvy women life.calamity name meets her forever. Really cute and short. Must read!
Sweet book about a flat tire Cunningham's curvy women life.calamity name meets her forever. Really cute and short. Must read!
February 16, 2020
I absolutly loved this series!I highly recommend it!❤❤❤❤❤
February 20, 2020
Each one got better and better.
February 24, 2020
Eh. Boring. No storyline to speak of. And the sex was dull. It didn’t have much to offer.
July 30, 2020
Good
This was a sweet quick read. It had the usual wonderful characters and just enough steam and that great instant love chemistry.
This was a sweet quick read. It had the usual wonderful characters and just enough steam and that great instant love chemistry.
October 21, 2020
Awesome book. Max knew what he wanted and didn't stop til he got her
November 30, 2020
This author creates the sweetest meet-cutes! This was a fun, sweet, sexy read! If only men can be like Max. *Sigh*
October 27, 2023
Enjoyed reading
April 10, 2024
Loved it.
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