This thing had been going on for a year now. The thing where they’d meet up at this quaint little bed and breakfast to spend a steamy weekend together. It had started last Christmas when they’d both been in Temptation. They’d agreed to the no strings attached occasional trysts, but this holiday season—after all she’d gone through in the past months—Gemma Taylor might need something else; and if Myles Donovan doesn’t agree, she’ll take just six more minutes in his arms.
This novella is part of the New Year Bae-Solutions Series. It is 1 of 8 short stories that are connected by the New Year's Eve theme.
Here is a list of all the books in this series:
Eight Naughty Nights by Nicole Falls Seven Month Drought by Sherelle Green Six More Minutes by A.C. Arthur Five Midnight Moments by Sheryl Lister Four Page Letter by Angela Seals Three Wrong Dates by Kelsey Green Two Hot Kisses by Yahrah St. John One More Drink by Elle Wright
Each story can be read as a standalone, so please do not feel you are committed to purchasing and reading each story in the series. However, I can safely say that you might be missing out on 8 fantastic stories if you don’t.
AC Arthur has worked as a paralegal in every field of law since high school, but her first love is and will always be writing romance. She’s written and won awards for her acclaimed Donovans and Shadow Shifters contemporary and paranormal romance series. Under her pen name, Lacey Baker, she created the quaint small town of Sweetland and wrote the novelization for the Original Hallmark Channel Movie, A Gingerbread Romance.
After years of hosting reader appreciation events, AC created the One Love Reunion, an event designed to bring readers and authors together to celebrate their love of books.
AC resides in Maryland with her family, where she’s currently working on her next book…or watching Criminal Minds.
I enjoyed the this short novella in the New Year Bae-Solutions series. 3.5 Stars
Six More Minutes focuses on developing romance between Myles and Gemma. Previous to this book the two agreed upon a friends with benefits relationship and would meet to spend time together and have sex. When they meet right before the new year, Gemma decides that she wants more from Myles. I was hesistant at first because Gemma was going back on an agreement that they made; however, I respected her for being okay with Miles' decision. The biggest issue I had with this novella is that it's based on a couple that makes an appearance in another one of Arthur's books. While I usually don't have a problem with this, this was written in a way that felt like it required readers to have some backstory. It felt as though we were jumping into the second book of a series. I enjoyed the story, but I couldn't connect with the characters as much as I wanted to because I felt as though I didn't know them. I did end up getting the first book by A.C. Arthur related to the Donovan family so maybe I'll have a better understanding then.
This short story was good but not long enough. It appears Gemma brought something to Myles life that was missing and in the end they were together. I would have enjoyed it more if it was longer.
This was an extremely quick read once I actually got started. I didn’t necessarily connect to any of these customers as their backstories, which I assume are a part of another series, weren’t really outlined. I felt as if I would have liked this a little more if I would have read the others in the series. With that being said, Six More Minutes was short, sexy and enjoyable!
This novella was a perfect holiday themed quick escape and I liked Myles and Gemma's story! I ended the quick book wanting more of them and hope there is a follow-up out there somewhere. It was a good way to spend the afternoon reading!
This was a quick read. It gives you a little bit about the relationship of Gemma and Miles. You get the background of how their relationship started. As soon as I finished this book, I wanted to find out what happened next in their relationship.
If Myles Donovan and Gemma Taylor’s names sound familiar, it is because both of them appeared in a novella, ONE CHRISTMAS SONG written by the incomparable AC Arthur. Well, a year has passed since their first encounter, and Myles and Gemma are bringing in the new year together in this delightful quick read. I love it when an author revisits her characters. It’s like meeting old friends and learning what they have been up to. When the story opens, Myles and Taylor have planned a rendezvous in Temptation, Virginia at Myles’ cabin. After a steamy and sexy greeting that begins at the door, and ends in the bedroom, the couple come to an agreement that it was a wonderful six minutes of loving. Now, that’s an opening scene!
SIX MORE MINUTES is an entertaining and engaging read. AC Arthur is a master storyteller, and I enjoyed Myles and Gemma’s story. It’s a worthy addition to the New Year Bae Solutions series, and I recommend it. Happy reading!
Synopsis: Gemma and Myles have been fooling around with no strings for a year now. The traveling every couple of months to see each other, short text, and short phone conversations isnt enough for Gemma anymore but does Myles want more?
Gemma and Myles were hot and I really liked their story of casual sex evolving into more. This was definitely relatable and didn’t seem like a cliche love story. The only issue for me is I felt I was missing a lot of the backstory. Maybe their storyline will make more sense to me going back and reading A.C. Arthur previous books. Since this was my first A.C. Arthur read I was confused a little as the backstories didn’t provide a lot of info but I am thinking previous books will. Otherwise this was a hot New Year read.
Gemma and Miles would steal trips away to be with each other, but Gemma wanted more and was willing to walk away to get it. Miles knew he wanted Gemma but commiting wasn't something he wasn't ready for. Was Miles willing to let Gemma go, or make this forever. I loved the story of Miles and Gemma, both had terrible relationships but when they got together everything seemed right. This was a great introduction book to this author for me and I will be reading more from her!!!
I enjoyed this story about Gemma and Myles! I love the stories of The Donovans and The Taylor’s of Temptation!! Love wants what the heart wants. Gemma wanted Myles but was ready to let him go for what she felt she needed and deserved!
This was an excellent short story but full on content! I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it! Kudos, A.C. 💜
I love when authors do series crossovers! This is sexy New Year short did exactly with 2 of my favorite families from AC!!! She did such a great job with this short story I hoping to see more of Gemma and Myles and hopefully they’ll settle in Temptation. This was an excellent end of Arthur’s releases for 2020.
I love Gemma and myles love story 🥰 and uniting even the two families donovan and Taylor was wonderful. Love both series 💓. I love how she stood her ground letting him know where she stand and what she wants more in relationship. And how he let go and truly showed his true feelings loved it💖
Myles Donovan and Gemma Taylor are in Temptation, VA for a quick get together. I love it when people from my favorite book series get together. I loved every moment. For Gemma, this could be their last because she wants what Myles isn't ready to give. Will six minutes be all she has?
Not long enough! Although I met Gemma in One Christmas Song, my questions, about her, are still unanswered. Gemma came to Cordy's rescue when Cordy filmed her video at Rick's hotel. So you get a small glimpse, of what a kind, and generous person Gemma is. However, she needed to be a bit more developed, so I could determine why Myles wasn't falling head over heels, into a relationship with her.
This was a novella but it ended at 67%. Now that's really short. The book was just ok because most of the relationship happened in the past with the couple either discussing or remembering parts of it so we got the back story. Interesting approach that would have been Mich worse if this was a full length book.
Even if they spent 660 minutes together it would not be enough. The love connection between Gemma and Myles was so elastic and deeply entrancing. I liked the chance for a revisit to get more of their story after their Christmas rendezvous. A little more is welcomed.
Myles and Gemma has been friends with benefits for a year. Gemma realizing she wants a family. She let Myles know that she wants more. Her mom was robbed of love but she wants to experience it and not just be a booty call.
I enjoyed catching up with Gemma and Myles. I can relate to them because it reflects my current situation. Long distance flings and wanting more. This book is good and definitely worth read.
Ok this series is getting the best of me. Another good read , loved the characters, the storyline but I want more. Are these spinoffs to the next read for each author? Loving it, on to Five...
OMG!!! Myles and Gemma story was straight out the gate hot...Myles and Gemma knew they wanted one another from the first time they met, but Myles wanted to a lifetime but he was fighting it. Great story
Very little connection with characters. Would have liked answers on how they would fulfil/complete each others life. I hate it was a short story because it seems more needed to be said.
Weekend rendezvous are common for Myles Donovan and Gemma Taylor. As they head into the New Year changes are going to be made. Will the be good, bad, or indifferent?
Ask and you shall receive...Gemma was willing to walk away even though her heart was breaking. Myles never wanted commitment but the thought of losing her gave him a change of heart. Love the book and I cannot wait to read more about these two.
This novella introduces Gemma and Myles’ story. Gemma wants more but does Myles? He said he does by the end of the book, but I’m not sure that’s gonna last past New Years.
Great read, I enjoyed the characters and storyline. Myles and Gemma’s rendezvous have been ongoing for a year. Now the week after Christmas they spend a romantic week together, with the possibility of a committed relationship.
Read for a cold wintery night when it's snowing outside, yet warm and toasty inside and thinking about that special someone that you long to be with and calling/texting just won't do....tis the season great job mz.A.C
I could not put this book down! I really enjoyed catching up with Myles and Gemma! They have great chemistry and I love that they want to try to have a real relationship and not just hookups! Quick and fun read! 🙂🙂