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Happy Endings #3
His Plain Jane
Casper Hartley is the kind of man dreams are made of. Too bad he ruins it when he opens his mouth.
Jane Oakley moved to Maine to open a bakery on a whim.
Moving there from sunny Florida was a big adjustment, but it’s one she hasn’t regretted.
The only problem is Casper Hartley.
Casper Hartley, self-made millionaire, ruggedly handsome, well respected, and utterly and completely out of reach.
Every afternoon Casper comes into Jane’s bakery like clockwork.
She takes his order, hands him his food, and takes his money.
That’s it, because Casper seems to look through her instead of at her.
Turns out, Casper Hartley is just a big jerk.
When the town holds their annual Valentine’s dance, Jane’s best friend insists they go and gives Jane the makeover of her life.
Casper definitely seems to like the changes.
But, does Casper want the woman he danced with?
The one that wore high heels, a fancy dress, and more makeup than the local department store owns.
Or will he be happy with plain old Jane Oakley, the bakery owner? The girl who has only used an eyeliner pencil to jot down a note wears yoga pants and would rather eat ice cream and read a book, than party.
L. Nicole brings you another fairy tale-inspired story, and our poor heroine is being pursued by a strong, sexy, over-the-top Alpha. Some girls get all the breaks. So, curl up and enjoy a safe little story that’s warm enough to make you think you’re on a beach in the summer sun. Sorry but cabana boys waving palm-leaf fans at you are not included.
Jane Oakley moved to Maine to open a bakery on a whim.
Moving there from sunny Florida was a big adjustment, but it’s one she hasn’t regretted.
The only problem is Casper Hartley.
Casper Hartley, self-made millionaire, ruggedly handsome, well respected, and utterly and completely out of reach.
Every afternoon Casper comes into Jane’s bakery like clockwork.
She takes his order, hands him his food, and takes his money.
That’s it, because Casper seems to look through her instead of at her.
Turns out, Casper Hartley is just a big jerk.
When the town holds their annual Valentine’s dance, Jane’s best friend insists they go and gives Jane the makeover of her life.
Casper definitely seems to like the changes.
But, does Casper want the woman he danced with?
The one that wore high heels, a fancy dress, and more makeup than the local department store owns.
Or will he be happy with plain old Jane Oakley, the bakery owner? The girl who has only used an eyeliner pencil to jot down a note wears yoga pants and would rather eat ice cream and read a book, than party.
L. Nicole brings you another fairy tale-inspired story, and our poor heroine is being pursued by a strong, sexy, over-the-top Alpha. Some girls get all the breaks. So, curl up and enjoy a safe little story that’s warm enough to make you think you’re on a beach in the summer sun. Sorry but cabana boys waving palm-leaf fans at you are not included.
106 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 27, 2020
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May 16, 2020
4 stars
-no cheating
-no ow/om drama
-grumpy hero/sweet heroine
-virgin heroine/no info on hero
-no violence of a sexual nature
-good epilogue
-no cheating
-no ow/om drama
-grumpy hero/sweet heroine
-virgin heroine/no info on hero
-no violence of a sexual nature
-good epilogue
May 5, 2021
I thought I was going to love this book. I loved the premise.
The heroine, Jane, owns a bakery.
The hero, Casper, comes in everyday with his friend, Brad.
Casper orders the same thing everyday.
Casper is mean one day after Jane spills coffee on him.
Casper first refuses to apologize. So brad asks Jane out to make Casper realize that he likes Jane.
So on Brad’s and Jane’s “first” date, Casper shows up, asks Jane to dance, apologizes, and then you read how They gave sex. What?!?! And it was her first time.
Doormat. I thought she would be different.
Jane forgave him too easily!
Ugh, it just ruined the story.
I lost all connection.
DNF.
Good luck.
The heroine, Jane, owns a bakery.
The hero, Casper, comes in everyday with his friend, Brad.
Casper orders the same thing everyday.
Casper is mean one day after Jane spills coffee on him.
Casper first refuses to apologize. So brad asks Jane out to make Casper realize that he likes Jane.
So on Brad’s and Jane’s “first” date, Casper shows up, asks Jane to dance, apologizes, and then you read how They gave sex. What?!?! And it was her first time.
Doormat. I thought she would be different.
Jane forgave him too easily!
Ugh, it just ruined the story.
I lost all connection.
DNF.
Good luck.
September 13, 2020
So I’ve not been too well the last few days so these easy Kindle Unlimited reads have been a perfect, easy break for me. This was a short little novella with a strong Cinderella theme. There was a cute bakery, a nerdy heroine and a grump billionaire hero. The couple meet and there are some funny scenes in which our heroine tries to flirt.
Mostly this was pleasant and mostly charming - not much to add. It's in KU so check it out if you are looking for something easy and cute. I just wish there was an actual ball and more dressing up - ah well. Next time ...
Mostly this was pleasant and mostly charming - not much to add. It's in KU so check it out if you are looking for something easy and cute. I just wish there was an actual ball and more dressing up - ah well. Next time ...
April 5, 2020
Good
I really enjoyed this story. Jane was a little bit obsessed with Casper. She internet stalks him and him coming into her store everyday is the highlight of her day. Jane has been bullied throughout her life and it has left her with low self esteem and thinking she is just plain. Casper is a giant jerk at the beginning of the story and definitely deserved a smack to his family jewels. Once he realized his feelings and made his move he was all in and vowed to make up for his horrible behaviour for the rest of his life. It took Jane a while to open up to Casper and show him the real her. They had some barriers to knock down but their love was worth it in the end.
Safety and Spoilers
Completely safe. No ow/om drama, H’s best friend asks h out to make H jealous and to force him to admit his feelings for her. H has been celibate for a very long time and h is a virgin. No abuse, mentions of h being bullied for her looks growing up.
I really enjoyed this story. Jane was a little bit obsessed with Casper. She internet stalks him and him coming into her store everyday is the highlight of her day. Jane has been bullied throughout her life and it has left her with low self esteem and thinking she is just plain. Casper is a giant jerk at the beginning of the story and definitely deserved a smack to his family jewels. Once he realized his feelings and made his move he was all in and vowed to make up for his horrible behaviour for the rest of his life. It took Jane a while to open up to Casper and show him the real her. They had some barriers to knock down but their love was worth it in the end.
Safety and Spoilers
Completely safe. No ow/om drama, H’s best friend asks h out to make H jealous and to force him to admit his feelings for her. H has been celibate for a very long time and h is a virgin. No abuse, mentions of h being bullied for her looks growing up.
August 19, 2021
The couple: Caspar and Jane
Romance genre: age gap/opposites attract
Series: Happy Endings
Length: 106 pages
Plot: Jane is an average woman, running a bakery, waiting for Caspar to come in each day. He comes in the same time every day to buy his coffee and bran muffin. One day she attempts to talk to him and he's not very polite. She accidentally spills her coffee on him and he's even ruder. His friend criticizes him for it, but Caspar doesn't relent, so the friend takes Jane out on a date. Well of course Caspar is desperately jealous, and the story heats up from there.
Character development:
I always think it's funny when characters say something like:
I don't think that's true - it almost never is even though they say it. Regardless, Caspar did decide to get over himself in a chest-beating match with his friend. Jane isn't certain that Caspar wants her authentic self though; after all, he only started paying attention to her once she started wearing makeup and doing her hair and wearing different clothes. He has to convince her somehow that he likes her the way she is, otherwise she's doomed to playacting for the rest of her life. I think that's a common feeling amongst women (maybe not to this degree, but...). We go on a date with a man, and we're all dolled up. But what about when they see us on a hike or in the morning before a shower or after a long day with the kids? Not so glamorous then!
Next book in the series: Beauty And The Boss
Romance genre: age gap/opposites attract
Series: Happy Endings
Length: 106 pages
Plot: Jane is an average woman, running a bakery, waiting for Caspar to come in each day. He comes in the same time every day to buy his coffee and bran muffin. One day she attempts to talk to him and he's not very polite. She accidentally spills her coffee on him and he's even ruder. His friend criticizes him for it, but Caspar doesn't relent, so the friend takes Jane out on a date. Well of course Caspar is desperately jealous, and the story heats up from there.
Character development:
I always think it's funny when characters say something like:
Hell, I’ve been attracted to her from the beginning, even if I didn’t want to be.
I don't think that's true - it almost never is even though they say it. Regardless, Caspar did decide to get over himself in a chest-beating match with his friend. Jane isn't certain that Caspar wants her authentic self though; after all, he only started paying attention to her once she started wearing makeup and doing her hair and wearing different clothes. He has to convince her somehow that he likes her the way she is, otherwise she's doomed to playacting for the rest of her life. I think that's a common feeling amongst women (maybe not to this degree, but...). We go on a date with a man, and we're all dolled up. But what about when they see us on a hike or in the morning before a shower or after a long day with the kids? Not so glamorous then!
Next book in the series: Beauty And The Boss
March 10, 2020
H is a creep
He is completely horrible to the h, he belittles her and insinuates that she is lower than dirt. Does the h learn that her obsession is a creep? No, she sleeps with him just hours later. Doormat.
The age difference is an ick factor, 12 years.
And authors, stop with the BJ obsession BS. Women don't really obsessively fantasize about that, especially not a virgin.
I've highlighted a few things that irked me, like where the author forgets her own characters name.
He is completely horrible to the h, he belittles her and insinuates that she is lower than dirt. Does the h learn that her obsession is a creep? No, she sleeps with him just hours later. Doormat.
The age difference is an ick factor, 12 years.
And authors, stop with the BJ obsession BS. Women don't really obsessively fantasize about that, especially not a virgin.
I've highlighted a few things that irked me, like where the author forgets her own characters name.
March 3, 2020
This was a fast-paced, (almost) inst-love story. I loved Jane, even with her insecurities!!! Wanted to smack Casper upside the head a few times! Once he got over himself a bit I liked him too.
March 7, 2020
I can see that I’m the minority but that’s okay. To each their own.
I just didn’t like this book, it left me feeling kinda weird. h never really learns to stand up for herself and it was kinda rushed.
I just didn’t like this book, it left me feeling kinda weird. h never really learns to stand up for herself and it was kinda rushed.
May 31, 2020
°Virgin heroine
°Celibate hero
°Switching POVs
°Hero is 36, heroine is 25
°Neither were with others after meeting
°Grouchy alpha hero
°Sweet but pathetic heroine
°Free of OW/OM drama
°No separation
°No cheating
°Push/pull
°Intimate scenes only between hero and heroine
°Epilogue: 7 years later
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°Celibate hero
°Switching POVs
°Hero is 36, heroine is 25
°Neither were with others after meeting
°Grouchy alpha hero
°Sweet but pathetic heroine
°Free of OW/OM drama
°No separation
°No cheating
°Push/pull
°Intimate scenes only between hero and heroine
°Epilogue: 7 years later
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**This girl is annoying, obviously clumsy, wears baggie clothes and is nothing really remarkable. For some reason, her glasses are kind of hot.**
*“What the fuck, lady? Are you trying to maim me?” “It was an accident—” “From where I’m standing, you’re nothing but a mistake,” he snaps. “How do they even let you walk around by yourself?” I take a step away from him, my body jerking as if he hit me. But then, his words feel like a physical hit.**
**“My entire life I’ve heard about dumb blondes, but I don’t think I’ve met one until you.” “Are you calling me dumb?” “Damn straight.” “You’re calling me dumb because I spilled coffee on you?” I ask, incredulously. “And for acting like a hooker trying to get my attention.”**
**She’s really quite beautiful. I’m not sure why I didn’t notice it before, maybe because I didn’t allow myself to. It wouldn’t matter what she looked like, though. There’s just something about her that shines through. She’s awkward and adorably shy, and I love the way she tugs on her glasses when she’s nervous. It’s cute, but I find it unbelievably sexy, too.**
**“I couldn’t love you any more than I already do,” he laughs. I want to believe him. I really do. I just can’t help but remember that he spoke through me, not to me at the bakery before we fought. Then, during our fight, his words were harsh—even mean. It wasn’t until he saw me all dressed up and with makeup on that he truly noticed me. What happens if I go back to being plain old Jane?**
**I am a bull in a china shop a lot of the time. I need to treat Jane with tenderness. I haven’t always and that huge fight in her bakery is something I will always regret. I won’t let that happen anymore. I’m going to be a better man for her.**
**Jane is my princess, and our love is going to be her fairytale. If I need to slay dragons to make her smile, I’m going to do it. I’ll do anything for her.**
**I don’t know how she could ever think that she’s not completely and utterly gorgeous. Bullying can harm your mind and your soul. Jane suffered that for years. Instead of making it better, being an asshole in her bakery and fighting my attraction to her probably only added to the hurt that she had withstood for years. I’m such a fucking asshole.**
**Someday very soon, I’m going to put a baby inside of her. Our baby. A baby that will inherit her mother’s beauty, sweetness and giving nature. A baby who will be living proof of the love we share.**
**“I don’t give a fuck about anything but you, Jane. Looks fade, our bodies change, you’re not going to look the same when we get old and gray. That doesn’t mean I’m going to love you any less.”**
**“I will love every change to your body, Jane. I will love anything about you or that becomes you, simply because I love you.”**
June 4, 2020
Cute but a little irritating
It's a cute read at first and I can see why it has good reviews but I was annoyed by Jane. I think it was a little unfair how Casper was "the bad guy" who needed to apologize even though both characters were wrong and should have apologized to one another instead of just Casper. First Casper calls Jane a hooker ( I don't if I'm allowed to say that) which was wrong of him, so yes he was a bit of a jerk but not enough to make a big deal out of it and have it effect Jane so much. Also I think Casper had a right to get mad. Who wouldn't if they got hot coffee spilled on them? And then hit in the balls. ( I don't know if I'm allowed to say that either... Sorry!) I would also say Jane was a little unprofessional. First she kept trying to flirt with her customer. Second she kept badgering him about his order. I'm sorry but if some restaurant kept asking me about my order every time I came in I would be annoyed and wouldn't want to go there and eat. I understand asking a customer about wanting to try a new flavor but if the person says no people usually let it go. It's also mentioned later on that Jane was bullied and having been bullied myself I understand how it can effect you but her earlier encounter/fight with Casper effects their relationship later on but I don't see why considering she slept with him a few hours later after their fight and lost her virginity to him. And he also said he was sorry and was nothing but nice to her after. Any problems and it was because of insecurities and mainly assumptions which I hate and I think are a cheat way in order to create drama. I would have given it less stars but I decided on three for the main fact that I related to Jane about make-up and styling hair. We both hate it and that's ok.
Also sorry for any misspelling and punctuation issues unlike L. Nicole I suck at grammar. I only caught one mistake of a wrong name otherwise ok. Overall a cute story but one I won't be reading again.
It's a cute read at first and I can see why it has good reviews but I was annoyed by Jane. I think it was a little unfair how Casper was "the bad guy" who needed to apologize even though both characters were wrong and should have apologized to one another instead of just Casper. First Casper calls Jane a hooker ( I don't if I'm allowed to say that) which was wrong of him, so yes he was a bit of a jerk but not enough to make a big deal out of it and have it effect Jane so much. Also I think Casper had a right to get mad. Who wouldn't if they got hot coffee spilled on them? And then hit in the balls. ( I don't know if I'm allowed to say that either... Sorry!) I would also say Jane was a little unprofessional. First she kept trying to flirt with her customer. Second she kept badgering him about his order. I'm sorry but if some restaurant kept asking me about my order every time I came in I would be annoyed and wouldn't want to go there and eat. I understand asking a customer about wanting to try a new flavor but if the person says no people usually let it go. It's also mentioned later on that Jane was bullied and having been bullied myself I understand how it can effect you but her earlier encounter/fight with Casper effects their relationship later on but I don't see why considering she slept with him a few hours later after their fight and lost her virginity to him. And he also said he was sorry and was nothing but nice to her after. Any problems and it was because of insecurities and mainly assumptions which I hate and I think are a cheat way in order to create drama. I would have given it less stars but I decided on three for the main fact that I related to Jane about make-up and styling hair. We both hate it and that's ok.
Also sorry for any misspelling and punctuation issues unlike L. Nicole I suck at grammar. I only caught one mistake of a wrong name otherwise ok. Overall a cute story but one I won't be reading again.
February 27, 2020
I liked this story a lot. There are a lot of feels in this story. Jane made me want to cry several times. The characters were relatable and I felt like they were well developed.
Jane moved to Maine from Florida to open a bakery on a whim. She is very shy but she thinks that she is in love. The object of her affection is Casper Hartley. Casper is a self-made millionaire, handsome, and respected. Every afternoon Casper comes into Jane’s bakery and orders the exact same thing. She assists him with his order and that's it because Casper doesn't seem to actually "see" her.
Things change when Casper sees Jane in clothes that fit and with some makeup on. He asks Jane to dance. He is ready to be with her. But is that because of the makeup or does Casper really want plain Jane the bakery owner?
The way Casper was in denial until Brad pushed him was funny. Keila, Jane's friend, was supportive but pushy and sweet. It would be awesome if Brad and Keila got together for their own book. Casper and Jane move really quickly once they both admit they have feelings for each other. Casper was bossy and Jane loved it. Their happy ever after was wonderful. I recommend reading this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review
Jane moved to Maine from Florida to open a bakery on a whim. She is very shy but she thinks that she is in love. The object of her affection is Casper Hartley. Casper is a self-made millionaire, handsome, and respected. Every afternoon Casper comes into Jane’s bakery and orders the exact same thing. She assists him with his order and that's it because Casper doesn't seem to actually "see" her.
Things change when Casper sees Jane in clothes that fit and with some makeup on. He asks Jane to dance. He is ready to be with her. But is that because of the makeup or does Casper really want plain Jane the bakery owner?
The way Casper was in denial until Brad pushed him was funny. Keila, Jane's friend, was supportive but pushy and sweet. It would be awesome if Brad and Keila got together for their own book. Casper and Jane move really quickly once they both admit they have feelings for each other. Casper was bossy and Jane loved it. Their happy ever after was wonderful. I recommend reading this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review
March 13, 2020
He finally sees her across a crowded ballroom when she has been in front of him every afternoon
His Plain Jane is the third book in the Happy Endings series. It is the story of bakery owner Jane Oakley and wealthy businessman Casper Hartley. Casper comes into the bakery every afternoon to get a coffee and a treat. But he never really interacts with Jane even when she does try. When the town's annual Valentine's Day dance gala comes around Jane is dressed up, a far cry from her usual outfits. Casper is also in attendance and all of a sudden he "sees" Jane and is attracted to her. They dance because some friends push them into it but they do have a good time together.
So this story is loosely based on Cinderella which is fine but a few details of the story-line just put me off. I thought it was nice written and the story-line flowed well in this fast-paced novella. For me this was an okay book but not as good as the first two in the series. But i do look forward to reading the next.
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. My opinions are all my own.
His Plain Jane is the third book in the Happy Endings series. It is the story of bakery owner Jane Oakley and wealthy businessman Casper Hartley. Casper comes into the bakery every afternoon to get a coffee and a treat. But he never really interacts with Jane even when she does try. When the town's annual Valentine's Day dance gala comes around Jane is dressed up, a far cry from her usual outfits. Casper is also in attendance and all of a sudden he "sees" Jane and is attracted to her. They dance because some friends push them into it but they do have a good time together.
So this story is loosely based on Cinderella which is fine but a few details of the story-line just put me off. I thought it was nice written and the story-line flowed well in this fast-paced novella. For me this was an okay book but not as good as the first two in the series. But i do look forward to reading the next.
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. My opinions are all my own.
March 2, 2020
This is a nice little re-imagined fairytale escape. Casper is a decent hero, sweet to Jane after an initial meeting fiasco where he is very rude. Thank you to the author for having him apologize; that’s not a weakness! He’s celibate which is a plus.
Jane is a kind, funny, virgin heroine. I liked that she didn’t make excuses for C at the beginning--she called him on his behavior. She forgave him but wasn’t a doormat. I always love an epilogue where the hero is mellowed out and interacting with his children. So sweet!
Even though I didn’t care for the first book in the series, At the Stroke of Midnight (primarily due to the a** of a hero who never quite redeemed himself), I did enjoy His Plain Jane and would read another by Ms Nicole. (ARC version--I noticed quite a few typos and editing misses, but hopefully most of those are corrected in the final published version.)
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Jane is a kind, funny, virgin heroine. I liked that she didn’t make excuses for C at the beginning--she called him on his behavior. She forgave him but wasn’t a doormat. I always love an epilogue where the hero is mellowed out and interacting with his children. So sweet!
Even though I didn’t care for the first book in the series, At the Stroke of Midnight (primarily due to the a** of a hero who never quite redeemed himself), I did enjoy His Plain Jane and would read another by Ms Nicole. (ARC version--I noticed quite a few typos and editing misses, but hopefully most of those are corrected in the final published version.)
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 21, 2021
Loved this one
Another great book of the series. Jane who thinks she is plain and has battled with being called that all the way through her life has fallen in love with Casper but he doesn’t notice her until Caspers friend Brad asks her out on a date then Casper sees her but Jane is wearing make up and hair all done up. Is this the only
way he loves her when Jane takes all the makeup off will Casper think the same about her?
Casper is arrogant and cold to people he has noticed Jane in the bakery shop but ignores her until she spills coffee on him and he is nasty with his comments to her but when his best friend Brad arranges to take Jane out on a date he doesn’t like it. Casper interrupts the date and takes Jane away from Brad. Casper had no idea what Jane had gone through in her life her shyness the bullying but doesn’t make any difference he still loves her he just needs Jane to see how much he loves her.
Another great book of the series. Jane who thinks she is plain and has battled with being called that all the way through her life has fallen in love with Casper but he doesn’t notice her until Caspers friend Brad asks her out on a date then Casper sees her but Jane is wearing make up and hair all done up. Is this the only
way he loves her when Jane takes all the makeup off will Casper think the same about her?
Casper is arrogant and cold to people he has noticed Jane in the bakery shop but ignores her until she spills coffee on him and he is nasty with his comments to her but when his best friend Brad arranges to take Jane out on a date he doesn’t like it. Casper interrupts the date and takes Jane away from Brad. Casper had no idea what Jane had gone through in her life her shyness the bullying but doesn’t make any difference he still loves her he just needs Jane to see how much he loves her.
May 23, 2020
Meh I didn't really like the H. He was kind of an ass to her. h was like in love w the H way before he talked to her which would have been fine but in his POV chapters he calls her like plain Jane and doesn't think she's cute or w/e. Then like later on hes like oh I always liked u but was fighting it.. uhh no. We were in ur head, you just changed ur mind. That's one thing I really hate when authors do that.. like yes you can lie to yourself but you still know deep down it's a lie. Idk if that make any sense but w/e the H just wasn't it for me. And I didn't really care for the h either, but she was ok. The steam was interesting and hot, could have used some more and a bit more in-depth. 3.5/5.
March 2, 2020
Casper was cold in the beginning. Though I wasn’t a huge fan of Jane, more because in her attempts to get him to notice her she came across as way too desperate. I was reading it (obviously) and I was embarrassed for her- I just wanted to tell her to let him go, give him his order, wish him a wonderful day, throw in a free treat if you wanted him to try something new, but please for the love of everything stop holding him up and making a mess of yourself. Thankfully he did look past that (eventually) and there was a HEA- but it was a rough beginning.
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 5, 2020
I absolutely loved His Plain Jane, book 3 in the Happing Endings Series by L. Nicole. Now I plan to grab the first 2! This is Jane and Casper's story. At first I really wanted to dislike Casper but he quickly redeemed himself. I like when he realized his feelings for Jane, he was all in. Jane moved from Florida to York, Maine to open her own bakery. Every day she waits for Casper to come in for his coffee and bran muffin. Thanks to his best friend, Brad, a very jealous Casper finally wakes up to his feelings and he is ready to claim his soulmate. He will have to convince Jane he likes the real woman not the version with all the makeup. Hoping for Brad's story!!
March 6, 2020
His Plain Jane is the third book in L. Nicole’s Happy Endings series which features Jane Oakley, a bakery owner who dresses casually while working, and Casper Hartley, a millionaire patron of her bakery who fails to notice Jane even though she tries to get his attention. When Jane attends a Valentine Day’s dance gala appropriately dressed and groomed Casper is immediately attracted to her. Will these two characters become a couple with the help of their matchmaking friends? I recommend this witty and fun romance with its great writing and wonderful characters.
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 7, 2026
Ok
This was an ok read. Would have been better if I was convinced that she actually was a plain woman where the hero actually falls for her and sees her beauty. You know, the truth about cats and dogs movie kinda thing. Hard to find actual books where the lead female is actually plain. Nothing wrong with that. This was my first book from this author...I think. Thought about reading the first in this series but changed my mind when the lead female is 19. Is he 19, 20 as well? Don't want to read where a barely legal girl and an almost 30 man get it on. Don't know it that's the case. Could be a teenager love story but not interested. This one turned out ok.
This was an ok read. Would have been better if I was convinced that she actually was a plain woman where the hero actually falls for her and sees her beauty. You know, the truth about cats and dogs movie kinda thing. Hard to find actual books where the lead female is actually plain. Nothing wrong with that. This was my first book from this author...I think. Thought about reading the first in this series but changed my mind when the lead female is 19. Is he 19, 20 as well? Don't want to read where a barely legal girl and an almost 30 man get it on. Don't know it that's the case. Could be a teenager love story but not interested. This one turned out ok.
February 27, 2020
Book three in the Happy Endings Series, and I really enjoyed this book. Jane and Casper were interesting characters, both very different, yet perfect for one another. Casper was a bit prickly at first, but I soon warmed up to him. Jane is sweet and wholesome. I enjoyed the authors writing and felt very connected with the story and characters. The pace and flow of the story worked for me, there was no drawn out angst which made it an easy fun read.
Looking forward to more from this series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Looking forward to more from this series.
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February 29, 2020
I cannot say how much I'm loving this series! Everything L. Nicole writes is so wonderful; fun and witty! These fairytale inspired stories in particular as a great escape. In this one, Jane has been bullied her whole life, which has left it's share of scars. Casper also had a rough childhood, leaving him closed-off and cold. But meddling friends see what these two cannot, and soon Casper claims Jane for his own. But will her fears keep them apart?
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 1, 2020
Jane owns a bakery where she moons over the town's wealthiest man, Casper each day. She fails to ever catch his eye until his friend intervenes and makes him jealous. This is a fun novella with a sexy alpha man and predictable HEA, but I especially love that it deals with women's self esteem as Jane falsely believes she only caught Caspers eye because her friend applied makeup to her when she is usually low maintenance.
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March 3, 2020
This is book number 3 in the Happy Ending Series and we follow Casper and Jane. Jane moves to Maine from Florida and opens her own baker on a whim. Casper is a self made millionaire who comes off as cold, and a jerk. Everyday like clockwork Casper comes into the bakery to see Jane. It takes awhile for these two to come to terms with what they are feeling for each other. This book will have you laughing and crying while you read it.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 10, 2020
I loved Jane’s and Casper’s story well Casper not so much. Jane opened a bakery and everyday Casper came in and he seemed to look through Jane and not at her until Jane gets a makeover she gets her makeup and a new dress the works and that’s when Casper notices Jane and he asks her for a dance at the Valentine’s Day dance, but does Casper like the done up Jane or the plain Jane?. There were a few times where I wanted to kick Casper’s ass he was so rude and ignorant but he eventually grew up and Jane got her prince. This is a great story and I recommend this book.
March 25, 2020
Loved this sweet, sexy read!
Jane has been pining for Casper ever since he started coming to her bakery, but he never seems to notice her. Then she ends up going on a date with his best friend and her best friend does her makeup and hair for her. Then it seems Casper notices her, but now she can't be sure if he really cares about her or just the pretty facade her friend helped her create. This is a great read and I highly recommend it!
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Jane has been pining for Casper ever since he started coming to her bakery, but he never seems to notice her. Then she ends up going on a date with his best friend and her best friend does her makeup and hair for her. Then it seems Casper notices her, but now she can't be sure if he really cares about her or just the pretty facade her friend helped her create. This is a great read and I highly recommend it!
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March 1, 2020
He clearly did not know what he wanted in a woman until he met her. She was understated yet bold enough to tell him about himself. She questioned herself too much on whether she was enough for him. It should never be about the man. If he loves you, it is with your flaws too. Happy she finally saw it for herself.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 2, 2020
I truly enjoyed this short novella of Jane bringing color to Casper’s life once he opens his eyes and takes a really good look. Fun characters that discover more about themselves when they look at themselves thru their loved ones mind and feelings. Good ending showing there is more to life than just being at the top of industry, but you need someone to share your life with, to be truly winning.
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March 3, 2020
Jane is in love with Casper, a man who come to her bakery every day and asks for the same plain coffee and muffin. She is convinced he doesn't even notice her.
Casper can't help but notice the beautiful woman who gives him his daily order. He doesn't act until his best friend makes him.
Casper and Jane discover together that believing in yourself makes love that much more important and beautiful.
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Casper can't help but notice the beautiful woman who gives him his daily order. He doesn't act until his best friend makes him.
Casper and Jane discover together that believing in yourself makes love that much more important and beautiful.
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August 23, 2020
Arrogant and Bossy
How else can you describe Casper Harley? Well Jane describes him as sexy, sweet and hers. She thinks she is plain he thinks she's beautiful. When they finally come together it gets steamy real quick and the question is will it last. I absolutely loved this book. It was just enough to keep you hooked without getting to boring or unbelievable. Definitely give this book a chance.
How else can you describe Casper Harley? Well Jane describes him as sexy, sweet and hers. She thinks she is plain he thinks she's beautiful. When they finally come together it gets steamy real quick and the question is will it last. I absolutely loved this book. It was just enough to keep you hooked without getting to boring or unbelievable. Definitely give this book a chance.
June 25, 2021
Fue uno de las historias más tiernas que he leído últimamente pero si sentí como cierta incongruencia. Se supone que él no sabía de su existencia hasta que la ve maquillada y todo eso pero cuando están juntos él empieza a decir que siempre la observaba, que amaba tal cosa de ella y que siempre amó su interior y yo me quedé confundida porque o de verdad la notabas o no lo hacías, no hay medias tintas.
Pero xs, igual fue entretenido, es para pasar el rato y se lee rápido.
Pero xs, igual fue entretenido, es para pasar el rato y se lee rápido.
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