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Arrangement Series #6
Hale to Pay
What happens when your crush saves your life?
In return, he asks me for a very specific favor. A favor I'll only fulfill via marriage. The island has arrangement fever and I've must have caught the bug. Like everything else, I aim to do this with a clear head. Yet Caerwyn Hale brings out everything but rationality. The passion in his eyes belies the friendly smile.
We may have agreed on the legal terms, but the parts I cannot control concerns me.
What if I don’t meet his expectations in bed? Can I uphold my part of the deal? Will this overwhelm me?
Yet, the scariest part happens when I look into his eyes and wonder if we have the kind of connection I’ve only read about.
I cannot back out because a deal is a deal, right. Afterall, I do have Hale to Pay.
In return, he asks me for a very specific favor. A favor I'll only fulfill via marriage. The island has arrangement fever and I've must have caught the bug. Like everything else, I aim to do this with a clear head. Yet Caerwyn Hale brings out everything but rationality. The passion in his eyes belies the friendly smile.
We may have agreed on the legal terms, but the parts I cannot control concerns me.
What if I don’t meet his expectations in bed? Can I uphold my part of the deal? Will this overwhelm me?
Yet, the scariest part happens when I look into his eyes and wonder if we have the kind of connection I’ve only read about.
I cannot back out because a deal is a deal, right. Afterall, I do have Hale to Pay.
170 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 8, 2020
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About the author
Francesca Penn
33 books165 followersFrancesca Penn lives in Texas with her husband and son. While obtaining her Technical Writing degree, a creative writing course and play-writing elective reawakened her desire to create stories. Her brain lives in fiction; even the songs she listens to become music videos in her head.
When she is not writing, she can be found hounding her loved ones with multiple "What-if" scenarios. As a true closet romantic, she is prone to filling up her DVR with Hallmark movies. A friend once told her that she'd trained the whole 20 plus years she'd known her to write romance since her nose was always in a love story.
Francesca believes that love is colorblind and plans to provide a mix of couples of different races and ethnicities because - to her - men are like Skittles, and we all know their motto.
When she is not writing, she can be found hounding her loved ones with multiple "What-if" scenarios. As a true closet romantic, she is prone to filling up her DVR with Hallmark movies. A friend once told her that she'd trained the whole 20 plus years she'd known her to write romance since her nose was always in a love story.
Francesca believes that love is colorblind and plans to provide a mix of couples of different races and ethnicities because - to her - men are like Skittles, and we all know their motto.
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October 14, 2020
Ya'll--I simply l♥ve this series!
How is it possible to love all these couples? The authors are making it harder and harder to pick favorites.
If you've been reading this series, you already know each couple is in an arranged marriage that is NOT in name only. They get it on and often and they eventually fall in love. Best of all, there is no other man or woman that comes between them. It's low on angst, which I'm NOT a fan of and high on getting to the in love part. Doubts?! Well, they are quickly dispelled by the H/h so we're not suffering along with the characters, waiting for the A-ha moment, the drama is nipped in the bud right away. Thank you!
Imala Caterpillar LeClaire gets a look at Caerwyn Wyn Hale, and she's a goner. He makes her nervous so she ignores him or tries! Caerwyn is there when she needs him and they slowly get to know one another. When Wyn makes an unusual request, Imala states her terms and Wyn has no problem accommodating her. Imala and Wyn don't play games, none of the couples do and it's just another aspect to love about this series. When Imala finds out what gift would make Wyn happy, she sets about making it happen. Imala DID NOT play when it came to her MAN. (I loved) The gift she found was obstinate and ornery and that didn't make a bit of difference to her. She. Handled. Her. Business! I loved the gift!
When said gift realized she held all the cards and that resistance was futile, it still resisted to no avail. Some people have to learn the hard way. I had a person in mind for this particular gift, but alas, it was not to be. The Gift must get its own book and the person has to be the gift's equal. It's a tall order since Esme is spoken for!
Looks like Esme is next, and I'm not totally disappointed in her intended because it's one of my favorite pairings.
Just know that this book is another winner! Highly, highly Recommended: Read It!
How is it possible to love all these couples? The authors are making it harder and harder to pick favorites.
If you've been reading this series, you already know each couple is in an arranged marriage that is NOT in name only. They get it on and often and they eventually fall in love. Best of all, there is no other man or woman that comes between them. It's low on angst, which I'm NOT a fan of and high on getting to the in love part. Doubts?! Well, they are quickly dispelled by the H/h so we're not suffering along with the characters, waiting for the A-ha moment, the drama is nipped in the bud right away. Thank you!
Imala Caterpillar LeClaire gets a look at Caerwyn Wyn Hale, and she's a goner. He makes her nervous so she ignores him or tries! Caerwyn is there when she needs him and they slowly get to know one another. When Wyn makes an unusual request, Imala states her terms and Wyn has no problem accommodating her. Imala and Wyn don't play games, none of the couples do and it's just another aspect to love about this series. When Imala finds out what gift would make Wyn happy, she sets about making it happen. Imala DID NOT play when it came to her MAN. (I loved) The gift she found was obstinate and ornery and that didn't make a bit of difference to her. She. Handled. Her. Business! I loved the gift!
When said gift realized she held all the cards and that resistance was futile, it still resisted to no avail. Some people have to learn the hard way. I had a person in mind for this particular gift, but alas, it was not to be. The Gift must get its own book and the person has to be the gift's equal. It's a tall order since Esme is spoken for!
Looks like Esme is next, and I'm not totally disappointed in her intended because it's one of my favorite pairings.
Just know that this book is another winner! Highly, highly Recommended: Read It!
October 11, 2020
Fantastic Francesca Penn
I was so happy I got the chance to read Wyn and Imala’s story. Just like all the other books in the series, I was not disappointed by this one. Francesca Penn did an amazing job with this book.
I wouldn’t give much away but I’d recommend you read it.
Kudos to this author
I was so happy I got the chance to read Wyn and Imala’s story. Just like all the other books in the series, I was not disappointed by this one. Francesca Penn did an amazing job with this book.
I wouldn’t give much away but I’d recommend you read it.
Kudos to this author
October 17, 2020
The Founder’s Peeps!
I can’t get enough of the Hale’s men... they are something else. And thank you for given us a chance to visit old friends. Jagger and Oran, lawwwd have mercy!
Caerwyn is such a wonderful man, I am hoping that Imala and him will have a house full of little Hales. They are a great pair they complement each other.
Berke, I can’t wait for his story.
Great read, i absolutely love it!
I can’t get enough of the Hale’s men... they are something else. And thank you for given us a chance to visit old friends. Jagger and Oran, lawwwd have mercy!
Caerwyn is such a wonderful man, I am hoping that Imala and him will have a house full of little Hales. They are a great pair they complement each other.
Berke, I can’t wait for his story.
Great read, i absolutely love it!
October 26, 2020
I was a little disappointed in this book. There was not much drama or mystery and the main focus was on sex and reproduction between the couple. I love the way the author, Francesca Penn writes but this story (book 6) lacked the drama and suspense that was in (book 5) of the arrangement series.
October 12, 2020
Hot, Hot, Hot
The baby sister has got it going on with the Hale cousin. An arrangement between these two turns into love. Imala and Wyn are too cute together. There is so much scorching hotness going on. If I say anything else, it will be spoilers. Get this book like NOW!!
The baby sister has got it going on with the Hale cousin. An arrangement between these two turns into love. Imala and Wyn are too cute together. There is so much scorching hotness going on. If I say anything else, it will be spoilers. Get this book like NOW!!
December 1, 2020
This book was recommended by Unique Words LLC- Once again Francesca Penn delievers in this continuation of the arrangement series. This story follows the baby LeClarie Imala and sexy as sin Caerwyn Hale. If you are looking to read a book that offers you great characters without sometimes the headache of the back an forth this book is up your alley. I love how Wyn saw right through Imala and got right down to business although my girl was not a slouch either. By the conclusion of this story she truly does a metamorphosis from caterpillar to butterfly.
On a side note no offense to the other authors in this series but I definitely enjoy Penn books more. I hope she continues to tell the LeClarie and Hale stories. Shoot I'm praying super hard she gets a crack out of Makonos and Gun story.
So final thoughts great read, nice theme of family and sometimes the hurt we feel at and from family.
On a side note no offense to the other authors in this series but I definitely enjoy Penn books more. I hope she continues to tell the LeClarie and Hale stories. Shoot I'm praying super hard she gets a crack out of Makonos and Gun story.
So final thoughts great read, nice theme of family and sometimes the hurt we feel at and from family.
October 27, 2020
Best Hale Yet
I didn’t think there was any way for Ms. Penn to top Hale on Earth. However, I was absolutely wrong. Caerwyn and Imala were satisfying on every level. They choose to be together unlike some of the other couples and the character development was awesome. I had a complete idea of who they were and what they meant to each other.
I think Caerwyn maybe the nicest male character Ms Penn has penned😁 with Axel and Henri from the Summer Boyfriend books being close seconds. There was not much of the criminal element...an attempted kidnapping and rescue. And when Caerwyn started crying when he told Oran the details of the rescue....OMG!!!!!
Now to the side characters....sweet Dallas and Three Bs......I really want to read Three Bs’ story next. I hope Ms. Penn will keep with the Hale line. I am curious to read about Dr. Delgado and Esme but in my humble opinion I reallllllly think Hale action should take precedence.....It was also nice that she inserted Oran’s voice for a bit.
I read this free on Kindle but like most of Ms. Penn’s books I am going back to buy it. It was JUST that good.
I didn’t think there was any way for Ms. Penn to top Hale on Earth. However, I was absolutely wrong. Caerwyn and Imala were satisfying on every level. They choose to be together unlike some of the other couples and the character development was awesome. I had a complete idea of who they were and what they meant to each other.
I think Caerwyn maybe the nicest male character Ms Penn has penned😁 with Axel and Henri from the Summer Boyfriend books being close seconds. There was not much of the criminal element...an attempted kidnapping and rescue. And when Caerwyn started crying when he told Oran the details of the rescue....OMG!!!!!
Now to the side characters....sweet Dallas and Three Bs......I really want to read Three Bs’ story next. I hope Ms. Penn will keep with the Hale line. I am curious to read about Dr. Delgado and Esme but in my humble opinion I reallllllly think Hale action should take precedence.....It was also nice that she inserted Oran’s voice for a bit.
I read this free on Kindle but like most of Ms. Penn’s books I am going back to buy it. It was JUST that good.
July 22, 2021
3.00 Stars. (BW/WW). Kindle Unlimited Edition. This is book six, final installment in the Arrangement Series, and my least favorite book with the least interesting couple. Imala LeClaire is the youngest of the three LeCaire sisters, she a virgin who seems not to have basic knowledge about procreation and human reproduction. Caewyn "Wyn" Hale, is the eldest of the Hale brothers, he has been living in the USA and has returned to the Island to continue in the family business and to pass the Island's Bar so that he could practice law. Wyn and Imala connect at her sister's wedding and make a further connection when he recuses her. As a result of an off hand statement by Wyn suggesting that he'd like her to be the mother of his children, Wyn and Imala decide to marry. There is also some drama regarding a family friend turning out to be an actual 1/2 brother by another mother. This story is basically about Wyn and the sisters schooling Imala about sex. The couple seemed disconnected.
August 26, 2023
2 stars because I enjoyed some of the author’s other books but this one wasn’t it, sis. There wasn’t enough interaction for me to buy this chemistry he shares with her. Also tone is a little bland even with characters from other books trying to make it more entertaining. It was so bland that I found myself paying attention to the errors editing missed (didn’t do that in other books). Age-gap romance of 8 years. I usually don’t swoon for age gap books but an 8 year difference doesn’t strike me as worth a mention in terms of age difference considering she was mid-twenties so that didn’t color my overall perception of the book being bland. Anyway, currently at 60% and not sure I’ll finish. I recommend Axel in Heaven to get a taste of what this author does very well..
November 9, 2020
Next Please
Okay I have read through the series, man was it hot. I love the way the 3 authors still intertwined there stories with each other. On different stories I forgot who the author was because the ladies are that good.
So, Ladies I know this was not the last one, because you have
Dallas coming into the group, & Berke just went off to take care of business. Don’t forget the upcoming wedding of Esme & the sexy Latin doctor. Please do not save Mikonos story, please let his be next. Truthfully which every is next I’m buying.
Great series, love the sex, kept me horny through the whole story. This the type of stories you read with your man as well.
Okay I have read through the series, man was it hot. I love the way the 3 authors still intertwined there stories with each other. On different stories I forgot who the author was because the ladies are that good.
So, Ladies I know this was not the last one, because you have
Dallas coming into the group, & Berke just went off to take care of business. Don’t forget the upcoming wedding of Esme & the sexy Latin doctor. Please do not save Mikonos story, please let his be next. Truthfully which every is next I’m buying.
Great series, love the sex, kept me horny through the whole story. This the type of stories you read with your man as well.
October 10, 2020
Great read
I love this and this couple. Imala is an amazing woman. She is intelligent and hard working almost too a fault. She is also fiercely loyal to those she loves. Wyn is a great match for her. He is also intelligent and hardworking but a little more fun than Imala. He helps bring her out of her comfort zone with trying to change everything about who she is. The fact that she has had a crush on him for years and gets to marry him is sweet and amazing. Love this entire series and these two are definitely in the running for my favorite couple
I love this and this couple. Imala is an amazing woman. She is intelligent and hard working almost too a fault. She is also fiercely loyal to those she loves. Wyn is a great match for her. He is also intelligent and hardworking but a little more fun than Imala. He helps bring her out of her comfort zone with trying to change everything about who she is. The fact that she has had a crush on him for years and gets to marry him is sweet and amazing. Love this entire series and these two are definitely in the running for my favorite couple
January 31, 2021
This series just keeps getting better
I love the Hale men, Jagger and their naughty personalities. Too funny. Adding Dr. Delgado in the mix it's even better. Imala and Caerwyn's story was so sweet, adorable and sexy. I appreciate they didn't have to deal with wild and crazy drama and yet it still was exciting reading about them getting to know one another in every way as a married couple. A tue testament to how incredible of a author Francesca Penn is. I really love this series and I'm looking forward to Esme's story next.
I love the Hale men, Jagger and their naughty personalities. Too funny. Adding Dr. Delgado in the mix it's even better. Imala and Caerwyn's story was so sweet, adorable and sexy. I appreciate they didn't have to deal with wild and crazy drama and yet it still was exciting reading about them getting to know one another in every way as a married couple. A tue testament to how incredible of a author Francesca Penn is. I really love this series and I'm looking forward to Esme's story next.
October 25, 2020
Now this is how you arrange a marriage. I was definitely entertained. I laughed, I felt for the characters, and I visualized what I was reading. The heroine definitely had for to her than what I thought. She was way more than book reading introvert and I loved her personality. I loved that her choice of husband didn't want to change nothing about her. If anything, he encouraged her to be herself more and he loved every second of watching her come more than who she was. Definately a read worthy book. Now when her sister gets her book, that's going to be entertaining from start to finish.
December 28, 2020
Brilliant read
This was a mix of things. A romance a comedy with a touch of gangsta. Loved the relationship between the sisters , the relationship between Oran and Jagger and Oran and Imala. Loved the connections between Imala and Berke and intrigued by the growing friendship between Berke band Mikolones. Can't wait for Esme and Delgado's story followed by Berke and Sienna and of course Mikolones. This falls into my top 5 of series.
This was a mix of things. A romance a comedy with a touch of gangsta. Loved the relationship between the sisters , the relationship between Oran and Jagger and Oran and Imala. Loved the connections between Imala and Berke and intrigued by the growing friendship between Berke band Mikolones. Can't wait for Esme and Delgado's story followed by Berke and Sienna and of course Mikolones. This falls into my top 5 of series.
July 29, 2022
Great book!
I really enjoyed this story and the characters were very entertaining. Loved the chemistry between Wyn and Imala it was smoking hot 🔥 and funny! Imala was a jem she was smart and funny. She was the calm one of the sisters but also deadly. Loved how she handled Derek it was so funny. 👏 I highly recommend this book to my fellow romance readers you will not be disappointed.
I really enjoyed this story and the characters were very entertaining. Loved the chemistry between Wyn and Imala it was smoking hot 🔥 and funny! Imala was a jem she was smart and funny. She was the calm one of the sisters but also deadly. Loved how she handled Derek it was so funny. 👏 I highly recommend this book to my fellow romance readers you will not be disappointed.
October 12, 2020
Great
I think I'm starting to run out of words to say about this series of books 📚 🤔 they just get better and better and you have no clue who the next book will be about but you wait non the less 😉 even through I can't wait for the next book ugh the story lines are point on an keep you entertained throughout so its worth the wait
I think I'm starting to run out of words to say about this series of books 📚 🤔 they just get better and better and you have no clue who the next book will be about but you wait non the less 😉 even through I can't wait for the next book ugh the story lines are point on an keep you entertained throughout so its worth the wait
October 19, 2020
Coming Home At Last!
Caerwyn & Imala were perfect for each other. And when he saved her life that just solidified that he was going to make her his. Imala , made the right decision and excepting Caerwyn as her husband. I’m glad we got to see the more tough side of Imala when it came to Wyn big brother (Berke), and making him tow the line. I’m wondering who’s up next??
Caerwyn & Imala were perfect for each other. And when he saved her life that just solidified that he was going to make her his. Imala , made the right decision and excepting Caerwyn as her husband. I’m glad we got to see the more tough side of Imala when it came to Wyn big brother (Berke), and making him tow the line. I’m wondering who’s up next??
October 21, 2020
Unexpectedly AMAZING
This one is full of so many surprises and thrills fronm the Hales and the Bishops but Care why and Imala are the biggest BUT MOST AMAZING OF THE SURPRISES. I LOVE their story and how it unfold, so unexpected but so genuine....I LOVE THIS SERIES,. Hope there is a next book, can't wait for Berkes story.
This one is full of so many surprises and thrills fronm the Hales and the Bishops but Care why and Imala are the biggest BUT MOST AMAZING OF THE SURPRISES. I LOVE their story and how it unfold, so unexpected but so genuine....I LOVE THIS SERIES,. Hope there is a next book, can't wait for Berkes story.
December 31, 2023
My favorite Hale!!
I didn’t read the whole series only came to this book after reading the alternative two which I also loved. In reading that series I was intrigued by Wyn and wanted to know how he loved. As always Miss Penn delivered, Caerwyn and baby LeClaire are wonderfully matched. Excellent story and developments throughout!!
I didn’t read the whole series only came to this book after reading the alternative two which I also loved. In reading that series I was intrigued by Wyn and wanted to know how he loved. As always Miss Penn delivered, Caerwyn and baby LeClaire are wonderfully matched. Excellent story and developments throughout!!
October 11, 2020
Another hit!
What else is there to say? I love Wyn and Imala's love story. They first appeared in Hale on Earth and I knew Wyn would be major book boyfriend vibes. Imala is so perfect for him and I enjoyed that their story was both sweet and very hot and sexy!
What else is there to say? I love Wyn and Imala's love story. They first appeared in Hale on Earth and I knew Wyn would be major book boyfriend vibes. Imala is so perfect for him and I enjoyed that their story was both sweet and very hot and sexy!
October 11, 2020
Love it!!
I wish it was on paperback. But beggars can't be picky. The book is good. I love the family jokes and banter. It was hilarious. I hope Berke, Dallas or Mikinos get a story. Who would be their love interest? I so want to find out.
I wish it was on paperback. But beggars can't be picky. The book is good. I love the family jokes and banter. It was hilarious. I hope Berke, Dallas or Mikinos get a story. Who would be their love interest? I so want to find out.
October 11, 2020
Packing my bags
Ok so I’m headed to founders island to find me a man lol. Love this series and how the stories are connected to each other. Each writer put their own spin on the story but they still flow as of one person is writing them. Bravo on and another great book.
Ok so I’m headed to founders island to find me a man lol. Love this series and how the stories are connected to each other. Each writer put their own spin on the story but they still flow as of one person is writing them. Bravo on and another great book.
October 14, 2020
Love This Series
Francesca Penn always write characters that have me all invested in their story. I love how Wyn and Imala were loved each other. Look forward to reading about the other characters.
Francesca Penn always write characters that have me all invested in their story. I love how Wyn and Imala were loved each other. Look forward to reading about the other characters.
October 21, 2020
Read it
No need for a paragraph Penn and I are in a book marriage. Where she is the husband supporting my habit and I am the wife that committed to the union lol but for real read it. You won’t be disappointed!!
No need for a paragraph Penn and I are in a book marriage. Where she is the husband supporting my habit and I am the wife that committed to the union lol but for real read it. You won’t be disappointed!!
April 15, 2021
Need more!
When you get to the last book in the series and want to cry out because you can’t find another. Please tell me there are more books coming in this series. There are hints to several more couples and I can’t wait to read and enjoy their stories!!
When you get to the last book in the series and want to cry out because you can’t find another. Please tell me there are more books coming in this series. There are hints to several more couples and I can’t wait to read and enjoy their stories!!
June 7, 2021
Simply the best!
My favourite book in the arrangement series. Imala and Wyn had so much chemistry. I loved how they interacted with each other. I laughed a lot reading this book. Looking forward to more books (Esme and Dr. Delgado & Berke's story).
My favourite book in the arrangement series. Imala and Wyn had so much chemistry. I loved how they interacted with each other. I laughed a lot reading this book. Looking forward to more books (Esme and Dr. Delgado & Berke's story).
October 15, 2020
I really like this series. Imala and Wyn were perfect for each other. A really good addition to the Hale clan. Hope the other Hale brother and cousin get there books too.
October 16, 2020
I absolutely loved this book from the beginning until the last word on the page. I didn't want the book to end. I'm waiting on the next book in the series to drop!!!
October 19, 2020
Caerwyn....
Ms. Penn,
your muse for Wyn was PERFECTION!!! Having the image of Tom Welling as I read was most enjoyable. Ready for the other Hale Men!
Ms. Penn,
your muse for Wyn was PERFECTION!!! Having the image of Tom Welling as I read was most enjoyable. Ready for the other Hale Men!
October 27, 2020
Wow!!!
I loved this latest installment of the arrangement series,! With all of the hale men together. I can’t want for the next one.!!!
I loved this latest installment of the arrangement series,! With all of the hale men together. I can’t want for the next one.!!!
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