Holiday Bridal Wave

Warren Family Holidays #2

by Gwyn McNamee, Christy Anderson

Wanted: one bride for marriage to billionaire heir at New Year's Eve wedding. Submit resume and photo to INEEDAWIFE@wannamarryabillionaire dot com ARCHIMEDESAll I want is to be CEO at Warren Enterprises Worldwide, but the newly revised Warren Trust makes it clear...I won't inherit the company or the family fortune unless I'm hitched before the first of the year. Too bad I don't have a girlfriend or fianc�e. What I do have is charm, dashing good looks, a prestigious lineage, an email address, and a faithful assistant willing to help me sort through all the applicants. But the longer we spend weeding out the duds, the more I appreciate the woman in front of me. Too bad Blaire doesn't fit the requirements for a Warren bride. nd one way or another, this New Year's Eve, I'll be kissing my wife at the stroke of midnight.BLAIREHelping my hot boss find a bride isn't really part of my job description. It's busy enough around the office during the holidays without having to comb through applications from vapid bimbos who only want the Warren money. But Archie needs my help, and I'm hopeless to deny him when he flashes me that panty-melting grin and sings my praises. He says I'm invaluable. As an employee...or more? Because with every moment we spend together planning his loveless New Year's Eve wedding, my heart inches closer to falling in love with him. Holiday miracles are the things of fairy tales, but this New Year's Eve, one might be found in the place they least expect it.

Genres: Christmas, Romance, Holiday, Contemporary, Amazon, Friends To Lovers, Contemporary Romance

224 pages, Paperback

First published October 17, 2020

Reviews

[Lynn Thinking out loud · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book as much as I loved Holiday Terminal. Blair's quirkiness is what Archie needs to offset his seriousness. They make the perfect pair but Archie will first have to pull his head out of his ass. Like most men he has to learn the hard way.
I can't wait for Athena's story.

[Katslovesbooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

A perfect office romance for this holiday season!!!

What would you do if your family is forcing you to get marry within 5 weeks and if you don't meet that requirement you'll lose the only thing you think is important in your life, the tittle of CEO on the Warren empire. That's where Archie finds himself in, he has no girlfriend or any good candidates at the moment. But he does have the best assistant Blair that is willing to help him find the perfect bride by New Years Eve.

I love Blair's quirky and fun personality, her love towards everything Christmas and how she is willing to help her sexy boss even if is giving her dream waiting away.

Blair and Archie's relationship becomes so much more with every single day that passes by. They are so cute together and even if Archie says the wrong thing most of the time, Blaire is there and still holds to hope, because she does believe in Christmas miracles.

Unfortunately Blair is not Warren material in Archie's eyes, he needs to decide what is the most important thing in his life. But Will Blair wait for him? or Will she get tired of Archie's sexy smiles that only makes her hope for more?

If you love Christmas romance stories, then this is the book for you and if you love this book then you need to read Holiday Terminal which is Archie's bother story about second chances.

[Roxs Reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m loving the Warren siblings and their crazy family. You think your family is controlling and manipulative—you’ve got nothing on the Warren clan. First, it was Artemis who was deceived by his family in book one, Holiday Terminal. Now it is Archimedes’ turn to feel the manipulation vice squeeze the life out of him.

Holiday Bridal Wave is a little bit of a crazy plot taking us down the mail-order bride on steroids train. Intertwined with all the craziness that train brings, we also have the sexual tension of an office romance and unrequited love. Archie and Blaire try to keep things professional until Archie is faced with a dilemma and a deadline. The ever-loyal assistant is there for her boss every step of the way, even if it means letting another woman play the lead in her dream wedding.



Get ready to laugh and sigh, then scream and shake your head. The Warren brothers take a while to let things sink in and realize what they have right in front of them. Archie certainly couldn’t see past his nose on this one! Who in their right mind goes along with a forced marriage in 5 weeks? Well, it makes for a whirlwind romance and some eye-opening revelations.



Looking for a little levity and a holiday miracle this season along with your HEA and a white chocolate peppermint mocha ? Grab Holiday Bridal Wave and even book one, Holiday Terminal. Meet the whole crew and prepare for sibling number three, Athena, to meet her match when book 3 hits the stands next season.

[Amy Leibenguth · Rating 4 out of 5]

When forever was right in front of you

Sweet romance of Blaire and Archie. Archie finds out he has weeks to secure a bride and consummate the marriage with an heir. Who better to help than his amazing assistant. What does an amazing assistant do? Plan the wedding of her dreams just to make her boss happy, even if she loves him. But will he get his head out of his a$$ and marry for love, or marry who he thinks he should for the family name.

[Christina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Archimedes Leonidas Warren, what a name for a powerful, sexy man! I loved reading Archie and Blair’s story. Archie is interim CEO of his family company which he never thought could be his, with him being second son. As we learned last Christmas, Artemis Warren chose love over the family business. This gave Archie the chance to have things he has only dreamed of. Blair, a fiery young woman with the hair to match, is assistant to Archie. Shocking twists happen for Archie and he enlists the help of Blair to accomplish them.
I love how through all the stupid things Archie convinces himself of, that Blair sticks by. That it takes her a little while but she is able to tell Archie when he is doing stupid shit, even if he doesn’t listen. It’s a sweet, romantic story of a forbidden love and Christmas miracles.

I love these holiday short stories from Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson. It sucks that we have to wait a year for Athena’s story, but I can’t wait to read it.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holiday Bridal Wave is book two of The Warren Family Holidays series and in this book we get Archie's story. If you read book one then you know Artemis chose love over the family business which then put Archie up as interim CEO. One problem, in order for Archie to fully become the CEO he needs to be married by the first of the year. Blaire is Archie's assistant and is helping him find his future bride but the more time they spend together the closer they become. Could Blaire be the one he's been looking for? This is a sweet love story filled with drama, humor, romance, tension, unexpected twists and an ending that had me cheering. I absolutely loved this book and I am so ready to read Athena's story. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.

[Patricia (Spellbound Stories Trish) · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is Christmas romance perfection! Blaire and Archie are so cute and what I love is that it wasn’t instant love it was a bond that grew and blossomed!

A bomb of epic personal proportions is dropped on Archie and he has to decide what he wants and what his future holds. As he tries to make a game plan he starts to get closer with his beautiful quirky assistant and both learn there’s more to the other! That more starts to grow and Archies choice gets harder to make!

I have to say that I love Blaires no nonsense say what she means personality! She was forthcoming without being abrasive and spoke from the heart! She was amazing and I seriously want more of this couple!

I loved getting to see the Warrens I love (let’s be honest half the family is amazing the other half I want to slap) can’t wait to see what comes next for this family! Ugh 2021 hurry up!

[Margaret · Rating 4 out of 5]

Archimedies
5 weeks. Thanks to Artemis getting leaving the family company, I only have 5 Weeks to find someone and get married. If I was dating anyone seriously that wouldn't be a problem but I'm not and there is no one that I can see spending the rest of my life with.

Blaire
Having your boss ask you to help pick out his wife isn't something that you get asked on a Monday morning. So I came up with the brilliant idea to run an ad, Wanted one wife... As soon as it was placed the applicants start pouring in. Who knew that choosing a wife for him would bring us closer.

Gwyn and Christy grab your heart and won't let it go. With this feel good story is a great addition to the series. It's like a cup of hot cocoa in front of a fire. Reading about Archie and Blaire fall in love will leave you believing in Christmas Miracles.

[LLS · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was another solid offering from this series! Archie is poised to take the helm as CEO of Warren Enterprises. He thought he would be a shoe in since his elder brother gave his place for love and his family. He should have known that it wouldn't be that easy. His family let him know that he has to be married by the end of year and have a baby on the way in the next year. He enlists the help of his personal assistant Blaire to find him a candidate. Will she be able to find him the perfect bride or will the chemistry between them get in the way? This was such a feel good story!

Thank you for the privilege of reading this book! Well done ❤️

[Jenny · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hallmark meets sexy! Love love love this book. I will now associate snow globes and ugly Christmas sweaters with this book. They just aren’t used enough in other holiday stories. I loved every minute of this! It's even better when you figure in all the tropes used, and it’s great when you love those tropes all together. I love Archie and Blaire. Denying their feelings gets them nowhere, and then toss in a little sister who knows her brother so well and it’s a lot of fun.

[Kristy Odom · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this book. It was lighthearted and funny. Blaire was quirky and unapologetic. She loves Christmas, and all that comes with it. When her boss needs to find a wife, she decides to help him. Blaire was feisty, Archie loves that about her. The twist had me tearing up and wanting to yell at Archie. (Shhhhhh.... I love Grandmother Warren. She was feisty too.) I want to read Athena’s book!!! Please!

[bookjunkiejane · Rating 4 out of 5]

Blaire was amazing! She kept Archie on his toes..

[Janice Kidd · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a holiday romance! Is there such a thing as a Christmas miracle? Read the story of Archie and Blaire to find out. It is emotionally charged and filled with lots of chemistry. Make sure to grab your copy!!

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved Archie and Blaire, it was carefree, cheerful and funny. Blaire is quirky, carefree and Archie personal assistant. Archie has to find a bride; he recruits the help of Blaire. A wonderful story, Loved it!!

[TheeBlaQueScribe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay I couldn’t put this book down at all! It’s ups and down make you scream at it in exuberance and frustration. It is really such an interesting mix with these characters. And the storyline itself is amazing. This is a definite most read for me!

[Teresa Lara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love This series
Archie and Blaire
Grabbed my heart
Intense
Heartbreaking
Beautiful
Addicting
Ready for more

[Mona williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

this was a really great book! he must find a bride soon. or he wont get the company. she works for him and is falling in love with him. you have to read to find out what happens.

[lovestoread · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well!  This is a cute holiday fun read. Blaire works for Archie and she’s been tasked to find him a suitable bride...well the entertainment that follows is priceless!

[Arti · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a sweet romance. As soon as I finished with the first book of the series, I really wanted to read Archie’s story. And I must say I was not disappointed. The story alternates between Archie and Blaire and we get to see both their points of view. I loved the Christmassy feel to the story with the detailed descriptions of the clothes that Blaire wears as well as the snow globes she has on her table.
The story has friendship, family, love, and humour mixed with a crazy rich family. I loved the characters especially the funny Blaire. I loved how the characters from the first book also make their presence felt off and on. And Athena as well. And am waiting to read her story next.
Once the story begins, the book becomes unputdownable.

[Mandy’s Spicy Book Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great quick read of Artie and Blaire story.

[Camille Newman · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute story

Shorty cute fun read. Nothing stands out to me. Just an easy cute read to pass time. Maybe if there is one about the sister Athena I will read it.

[Mari Pequenos Retalhos · Rating 4 out of 5]

É um romance bem clichê, mas gostosinho de ler. Eu nunca sou muito fã de romances envolvendo CEO, mas esse não me incomodou tanto.

[Sheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's the most wonderful time of the year!

It's that time of year for the Christmas celebrations to start and what better way then with a Christmas love story. This office romance starts the season off right. Sit down by the fire, grab some hot chocolate, and begin your holiday with this steamy tale. Can't wait for the next Warren adventure.

[Julie Sherman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice

This is a nice HEA book. With its fickle CEO and his personal Secretary, who can't fight what they both shouldn't have but want badly.

[Debi Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved It

I absolutely loved this book. Archie and Blair is the perfect couple. But he doesn’t realize it. Will Blair get her happily ever after with him. This book will give you the answer. It will have you laughing and rooting for Blair all the way. Looking forward to reading the next book

[Barbara’s Booknalysis · Rating 4 out of 5]

The blurb for this book drew me in right from the start! The absolute first thing that caught my eye was the line in the intro, saying ‘INEEDAWIFE@wannamarryabillionaire.com’. I saw this and straight away I wanted to read more. And I’m happy to be able to report that once I was drawn in, the book kept my whole attention right until the end.

Archie is a busy man with a problem and no time to fix it. Blaire is his assistant who is doing her best to come up with a way to deal with the problem, while attempting to remember that he’s the boss and she’s the employee (and nothing more).

I really liked the interaction between these two characters. Archie is a little clueless and Blaire is a little (ok, a lot) dorky, but neither of them cares. They just mesh well together. You may have to suspend your women’s rights beliefs a little when it comes to the bits where Archie is asking Blaire to do some things, like fetch him coffee, but never fear – there comes a point where he fetches her a coffee too.

They are no surprise plots twists to be found in this book, but I really didn’t care – it was just a plain good story. I enjoyed it, start to finish, and I’m already looking forward to the next book in the series when it is released.

Thank you to the author for my copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review.

[Jasmine · Rating 3 out of 5]

The first half of the book was phenomenal and then the guy started acting like a jerk. As much as I love my girl Blaire I pity her that she ended up with someone like Archie she deserved sm better!!!! He needed more grovelling istg. He was a coward, he just couldn't or willingly wouldn't fight for her and she just kept waiting for him...I just expected a lot from this book ig

[Heather · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is the second book of the series and can be read as a standalone. This Boss/Employee romance storyline was an overall ok read for me.

First issue I had was Archimedes Warren's name. When I struggle to pronounce the name of one of the main characters it doesn't start out too well. Once I got past that and started using his nickname things became smoother.

Second, which I will mention I expected, was the complete back and forth with these two. Yes, he is the Boss and she is his assistant, but the way that these two interacted was exhausting after a while. They both had feelings, but he made her feel not good enough and I had issues with him because of that.

Archie is career/business focused and all he has ever wanted is to be CEO of the family enterprise. His father and grandfather have revised the trust since Archie's eldest brother went against the family wishes. Now he has to marry before the first of the year and stay married if he wants to inherit the company. He enlists the help of his very attractive, but off-limits assistant to not only find him a wife but plan the entire wedding.

Blaire Hall has been a good employee at Warren Enterprises. She has newly become the administrative assistant to Archimedes Warren, the handsome, off-limits very eligible bachelor who now needs a wife ASAP. When he asks her to not only help him find his future wife, but also plan the wedding, she emersed herself in the task. She gives him everything he asks for and everything she is wishing for. Along the way her heart starts to get involved and she is struggling with letting him embark on a loveless marriage just to have the company.

This storyline is not unique, but it is interesting and kept my attention. I just felt bad for Blaire and almost was embarrassed for her at times with how Archie treated her. He was not intentionally mean, but his laser focus on the end goal was making him blind to what was in front of him. I was so glad that they eventually got to their HEA, but it was a bit rough getting there in my opinion. Overall ⭐⭐⭐ for me on this one.

[Ree · Rating 4 out of 5]

Following the fallout between his parents and his older brother, Archie Warren now feels the pressure from his parents to marry or lose the company he's worked hard for. Staging a statewide campaign serves as a distraction from the woman right in front of him.

Blaire has been crushing on her boss for some time, but knows unless there's a huge miracle, he'd never look at her the way she wants him to. But when she's put in charge of helping him select the perfect bride-to-be, she's forced to confront the fact that planning the perfect wedding without her as his bride is total torture.

This whirlwind of a story has the fixings of holiday cheer and an office romance mixed together. Blaire & Archie's story is a sweet Christmas miracle.

I voluntarily read & reviewed an ARC of this book.

[Lynn Bremer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Will he or won't he?

Archie is on his way to running his family's company when his family puts a huge monkey wrench into his plans. He has 30 days to marry and one year to provide an heir or he loses it all. He enlists his admin assistant, Blaire to help him find a wife and plan the wedding. Unfortunately, the feelings they have for each other but have been denying come to the forefront with Archie believing he has no choice but to marry "the chosen one." Will the idiot come to his senses in time? Of course he will, but what a crazy path to get there! Very enjoyable read.