Sweet Freedom

Secret Favor #6

by Avery North

She thought she’d left him behind. So why can’t she forget about him?
Determined to start a brand new life as far away from the craziness of Ryan Maddison as possible, Mia pushes the past out of her mind and pours her attention into her new job. But when a meeting with a friend brings her back to her old city, the ghosts of Mia’s past – and the feelings she’s tried so hard to bury – come bubbling to the surface again. Can she ever hope to be friends with Ryan after all the drama they’ve been through?

Ever since Mia left, Ryan has been fighting to keep his business afloat. Mia’s replacement is a disaster, and the entire company is worried about their future. And after a group of employees hatch a cunning plan to bring Ryan and Mia back together, the future of their relationship – and Ryan’s happiness – is on the line.

Ryan is used to getting what he wants. So why is Mia being so difficult? Can he convince this stubborn woman to see things his way, or are they destined to go their separate ways forever?

Get ready for the gripping conclusion to Ryan and Mia’s love story. If this wild rollercoaster of drama and emotions has kept you hooked, then this page-turning finale is just the book you need. Scroll up and grab your copy now!

Recommended Reading Order For Secret Favor Series by Avery North:
1. Instant Attraction
2. Forbidden Affair
3. Hard Choice
4. Unwelcome Revelation
5. Just Exoneration
6. Sweet Freedom

53 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 7, 2021

About the author

Author Avery North is a romance author who is very passionate about writing and prides herself in giving her readers what they want. She writes short, steamy and sweet romance stories which includes alpha males and super vivacious women.

Reviews

[Joy Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mia has had enough! She loves Ryan but his world she has had enough. The press have attacked her character. She was framed and exonerated for insider trading. She takes a job in California and leaves Ryan. For months Ryan walked around a haze, He is picking up the pieces to his broken heart and his company.. Rainey talks Mia to come home for the festival they attend, Rainey helps Ryan get alone time with Mia. When she sees him she realizes how much she missed him. She realizes she knows the truth and do does the people close to her. She fights for what she wants. I’m glad she finally stood up for herself. She has taken a lot off of the press, Telly Ryan’s ex. loving the billionaire tech genius comes with strings she was not use to. When she lets that nonsense go she and Ryan can be truly happy. I loved how this ends. Reading all the books Hea just didn’t seem possible. Great story!!

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[Angie Barnes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Avery North has written a 5-star book. This is the final book in The Secret Favor Series. It is the continued story of Mia and Ryan. Ryan is in his office thinking of Mia. His assistant, Marlowe knocks on his door and opens it, and tells him that the Biz Dev team wanted to have a meeting with him. He asked, "Who on the team?" Any idea what they want to discuss? She walks further into his office with hunched shoulders, "The entire team, conference room C in ten minutes, she said curtly. "What? The entire team?" Well, except for Bruce, the new manager. She tells him a few more things that were concerns about Bruce. Ryan wants to know why he wasn't told any of the issues about Bruce. Marlowe looks at him without replying. "Tell me," he demands. "Fine, she said, and then tells how he messed up by letting Mia go along with s few other things. Mia had just had her last meeting of the day and goes back to her desk in the open office area. It's been six months since she left Ryan and she thinks about him at least once a day. She can't be part of his life because the press always after him. Feeling homesick and she calls her best friend Rainey. They talk for a few minutes and Rainey talks her into coming back home for the tequila festival. Ryan has lunch with Sam, Mia's brother and he asks about her but Sam tells him that she only calls to check on their parents. Rainey sets Mia up to see Ryan when she comes in. Mia lets him have his say and then she tells him that she can't live that way and walks away from him again. Later that night, Mia goes to see Ryan. She ends up spending the night with him. They talk about things but Mia is firm on not coming back. When Mia gets back to work, her boss has a magazine that he puts on her desk and asks questions about her and Ryan. The headline for the article claims that she is spying for Ryan, using her position at the incubator to give him an edge with upcoming projects. She tells Erick that she did talk to Ryan but business was not discussed. She said that she distanced herself from that world to try to do some good without the press following her around day and night. She had left her friends, her family, and most importantly, Ryan to stop this kind of malicious gossip. She was a strong person and wasn't prepared to take this kind of invasion lying down. She was happy to give her response once, but not again. Erick wants to know if the things being said about her and Ryan are true. Shock rolled through her system again. She thinks He's not really asking that with everyone watching, was he? "Does it matter?" Mia asked. "Yes, it most definitely does; Erick said, and her shoulders slumped wearily. Inhaling deeply, she turned slowly, taking in all the curious eyes aimed in her direction, "Are you referencing what happened during the investigation into inside trading?" This line of questioning was on the edge of heading for an outcome Erick won't like. "No, are you sleeping with him?" He asked, giving her a look that said he would not back down. "How is that relevant to the job I do here," Mia asked. "Moral is judged in many ways. Answer the question." "Only if you intend to tell me about every woman except your wife, that you have slept with this year, " she said, causing Erick's face to turn dark red. Erick tells her that she has to break all ties with Ryan and ensure that there is no more cause for her face to grace that type of magazine again, or the board would have to reconsider their options. Mia thinks damned if she did and damned if she didn't. Staying away from Ryan and GraxTech was not going to insulate her from the press. She knew the truth now. Ryan, her family, and her friends knew the truth. She laughed, picked up her purse, and the picture of her family off her desk. She stood up, and calmly turned to Erick, "Thank you," she said happily. "I owe you a ton of gratitude. Your words have made me see everything so much cleared. She grinned like a fool as she makes her way around her desk. "Sit back down! We have plenty more that we need to get out into the open," he said sternly. "Nope, now need," Mia said as she walks out into the California sunshine. The board meeting is about over when he asks for any more comments. "Are we going to address the Bruce situation? You know the press will have a field day with this one." Ryan glanced over to Marlowe, she won't look at him, which told him he was not privy to whatever the circumstances had prompted the question. "I'm not sure I understand the question." "Your girlfriend is back in a position of power here at GrazTech, You don't think the press is about to have a field day with that?" "What?" "You didn't know?" Two other members asked him. Ryan adjoins the meeting and said he would have an answer after he did more research. He walks down to Mia's old department and when he walks in, he can feel her there. When he walks into her office, she is talking to some of her team, when they see him, they leave. Ryan asks "So, are you here for good?" She looks at him and tells him "Yes."
Will Mia get over her problem with the press?
Will Mia and Ryan get back together?
This was a wonderful book and I would recommend it to anyone.

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[lf · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sometimes the freedom we want we realize is not the Sweet Freedom we actually need

Sweet Freedom is the sixth and final book in the Secret Favor series which continues the story of Mia Miller and Ryan Maddison. This book finds Ryan going a but crazy with want for Mia six months after she took a job in California. Ryan is only hoping that she will come back to him and her job at GrazTech to work with him. But when the Biz Dev team and his assistant Marlowe basically have a business intervention for him he realizes that he needs to do something to get Mia back. Mia in the meantime has made a life for herself, if you can call it that. She is working at an incubator helping young kids get their ideas and programs ready to present to potential investors. It does not really make her excited if she is honest with herself and she misses her family, friends, job at Graztech and most of all Ryan who are all back in Chicago. So when her bestie and former roommate Rainey calls and reminds her that the tequila festival is on this coming weekend Mia decides to make a visit home. Will Mia and Ryan see each other while she is home for the weekend? If they do then will Mia return to San Fransisco or will she realize just how much she loves Ryan and decide to stay?

This last book in the continuing series was well written, continued with the push/pull of Mia and Ryan's relationship. Ryan has known all along that he wants Mia as his forever, she is his greatest love. It will take a realization on Mia's side to get her to finally be able to get past the thing that has been holding her back from making the commitment to Ryan.....her own fear of what people will say about her and any success she has professionally. I loved the ending in how they come back together and then have their HEA. I enjoyed this series from the first book to the last, even though a few times I was frustrated and wanted to smuck a couple of the characters.

[Anni · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fantastic wrap-up to the Secret Favor series - I really loved this series by Avery North! She did such a stellar job of telling Mia and Ryan's story. I truly loved the whole thing! So much drama and uncertainty and the weekly cliffhangers not knowing if we'll actually get to an HEA at the end (we know we will - Avery isn't going to take us through all of this rollercoaster ride and not give us the satisfaction at the end!). A lot of fantastic steam throughout all of the various parts and the required angst and outside character drama trying to keep the couple apart, along with their own uncertainty pulling them away from each other, not to mention physical distance at so many times. Loved it!

Part 6 was a fantastic way to bring everything full circle and prove why they were meant for each other before they even met. Bravo!

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[Rosemary · Rating 5 out of 5]

The long awaited ending to a fantastic series! In this Book 6, we finally find out whether Mia and Ryan get their HEA but we pick up their story after they have been apart for 6 months. Poor Mia seems to run into issues in whatever job she takes and in this case, as with all the other times, the issues revolve around her relationship or "non" relationship with Ryan. Can Mia ever get over her fear of the publicity that surrounds her attempts at a relationship with Ryan?
Can Ryan convince Mia that he is so much more than the publicity that seeks him out? A fantastic and fitting end to a story that had me addicted from the first few pages. Well done Avery North, well done!

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[BP34 · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the sixth book in the Secret Favor Series and is the conclusion to Mia and Ryan's story. To say that they've taken us on an emotional roller coaster is an understatement. This has been one incredible series with so many twists and surprises. No shortage of drama or emotion. The characters are amazing and complicated. The author did a wonderful job of pulling everything together. Is Ryan able to convince Mia to stay? Do they get their happily ever after? A great series that was definitely a page turner. I read a free advance copy via Booksprout and voluntarily chose to write a review.

[Jackie Vescio · Rating 5 out of 5]

My heart was pounding until practically the end of the novel. Even though all novels must come to an end, this one was especially profound. Mia has been struggling emotionally on how to deal with Ryan’s notoriety in the midst of having a relationship with him. I sympathized with her dilemma of being afraid of the media and how they distort the truth, but she needs to decide on what is more important to her. The novel is a page-turner on what happens to Mia and Ryan. I very much enjoyed reading the entire series. Great ending to a wonderful novel series!

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[Opasan Ouprie · Rating 5 out of 5]

So we come to the end of yet another magnificent series. This entire story has kept me on the edge of my seat. I knew deep down these two would find themselves back to each other, but the characters that were in their way were just astounding. I would highly recommend this series. The cliffhangers make each book perfect, leading into the next. So take this opportunity to be thankful you can get the entire set and not have to wait weeks or months for the next book to come out so you know what is happening. Thanks again Avery for this story.

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[Marilyn Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mia has decided to move on from the Ryan craziness and starts her new job. Shes doing great and try’s to not think about him. But when meeting a friend at town it all comes back with thinking about Ryan. Ryan is trying to get his company from failing as Mia’s replacement is doing a horrible job. The employees are worried about their jobs and decides to take matters into their own hands and plot to get Ryan and Mia back together. But Ryan’s attitude that women always does as he wants will be a problem unless he changes his attitude!

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[Karen Bryan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet Freedom is the sixth and final installment of Avery North's Secret Favor Series. If you have not read the first five STOP and go read them before reading this one. As we know from book five Mia has been cleared of any wrong doing. At the end of book five she was moving to San Francisco. She is working in San Francisco at a tech startup company. Both Ryan and Mia miss each other. I am stopping at this as I do not want to ruin anything for you. I enjoyed this book and hated for it to end.

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[Cheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet Freedom by Avery North is book 6, and the last in the Secret Favor series!! This is the final story of Ryan and Mia. Mia has left…no longer able to deal with the notoriety surrounding her. But, things aren’t so great at her new job. Meanwhile, Ryan is despondent.

Perfect ending to this wild romance!!! Things come to a head and decisions have to be made!!! One of my FAVORITE series by this author!!!! Loved it!!!

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[Shannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have really enjoyed reading Sweet Freedom: Secret Favor Book 6 by Avery North because it was such a suspenseful and very steamy story about Mia and Ryan. This book is the conclusion and I am very pleased to how everything worked out. I wasn't sure for a while, but it kept me on my toes. I don't want to give anything away, but it was such a wonderful series to read. I would highly recommend reading the series and this book. Wonderful job Avery North writing another successful series!!!

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[casvec · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mia and Ryan's tale has been a roller coaster of emotions, lie, betrayal, love and lust. Mia has left Ryan and his company to work at a small business and to stay out of the press, this has not stopped Ryan from wanting her back. When Mia comes back to town, hoping to stay on the down low, only to have a fixed meeting when she gets off the plane. Can Ryan get her back? Will love win over the press?

This is beautiful ending to a story that will take your heart on a wild ride.

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[Phyllis Farmer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reunited

Avery North’s sixth book in her ‘Secret Favor’ series certainly lived up to its title. Ryan and Mia, the main characters, have amazing chemistry but it’s just one obstacle after another. It makes you frustrated and wonder if these two characters will ever be together and share a normal relationship. All questions will be answered in this final book. This whole series was so riveting that it was so hard to wait for each book to come out. Highly recommended and definitely a MUST read!

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[Trish · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the sixth and final book in the Secret Favor series. You can't read this as a standalone since the six books tell the whole story of Ryan and Mia. This wraps up Ryan and Mia's story. It's a fast paced, short and steamy read. The last book left off with Mia leaving Ryan and GrazTech for a job on the West Coast. She told Ryan that she didn’t want to have her Iife in the spotlight of the press. Can Ryan convince her to come back and give their relationship a chance?

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[Rhonda Howell · Rating 4 out of 5]

After months with no contact with her family or Ryan, Mia decodes to go back home to spend the weekend with her beastie. She has not forgotten Ryan but not ready to see him again. Despite her resolve Rainey changes those plans and tells Ryan where she will be . They meet up and them whe. She returns back to her new home she wonders what could be. What will happen? Will they finally get their HEA? Great conclusion to the story.

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[Emma K · Rating 4 out of 5]

In the final novella of the 'Secret Favors' series, Mia finally gets her act together and becomes the 'tough cookie' she was meant to be. No more running, no more hiding but rather facing problems upfront and head on. Will she be able to live with the paparazzi that constantly surrounds Ryan, or will she call it quits? Will she return to GrazTech or find another job in a different company? All is revealed in this quick and fast-paced read.

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[Cheryl Drake johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mia is working miserably in San Fransico and when Rainey calls about a special event she cannot resist going home again even though there is a surprise awaiting her she may not appreciate it right away. Ryan is having a hard time dealing with the loss of Mia and it seems an old enemy still lurking about. Mia makes a big decision when confronted unjustly again. Drama, suspense, mystery, excitement, and love. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

The conclusion to Mia and Ryan's story is finally here. But is the conclusion what the reader's have hoped for? Ryan and Mia have been apart for six months due to Mia taking a job across states. But Mia's new job isn't her dream job and Ryan is fighting for his company. But with a call from her friend, Mia decides it's time to go home and visit her friends and family. Will her and Ryan's paths cross? Or will they both decide that they truly don't belong together and continue to go their separate ways? I highly recommend this book and this author.

[Julianne Macneil · Rating 5 out of 5]

i read this book as part of an arc program. This is the sixth and final book in the Secret Favor series. This is the end to the series about Ryan and Mia. When the book begins, Mia has left town and is trying to forget Ryan and move on. Ryan is miserable and wants her back, but he respects her decision. When Mia returns to town to meet and old friend, Ryan is there and Mia feels like she was set up. Ryan wants to talk to Mia and wants a chance to win her back. I really enjoyed this whole series. I really liked Ryan and thought he really loved Mia. Great end to a great series.

[Tesh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great ending to this series. I really enjoyed the book especially the epilogue which was a feel good ending.
Mia came back for a visit and saw Ryan which led to complications.
Dramatic and intense but romantic and sweet. With just a little bit of steam, what better ending could we ask for. Great story!

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[Shantelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG this series is worth the roller coaster ride that Avery North takes the reader. Sweet Freedom wraps the series up nicely. I fell in love with Ryan and Mia in the first book and by the end of the series, it was not just them. The secondary characters also became favorites of mine. This series is a must read!

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[LeMiliere · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have so enjoyed this whole series, Sweet Freedom: Secret Favor Book 6 wrapped it up beautifully. Mia and Ryan's story has been a suspenseful, steamy emotional rollercoaster ride so hold on tight as you read the
conclusion!

The author kept me guessing for a while about if/how they would work things out, no spoilers from me, but I would recommend reading the series Avery North did a great job with it.

[Marichus Real · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the last book in the series. Ryan can’t stand the idea of living away from Mia anymore. So, when Mia goes back for the tequila festival, he makes sure they meet. After a confrontation with her new boss, Mia realizes that she was not happy working far from all the people she loves.
A great end for a great series.
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[Helena Mendes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved Miq and Ryan's story so much...even with all the cold and hot, push and pull moments of their relationship and the twists and turns of the plot. This is a story that hooked me right from the start and as much as I loved this final part of their story and was eager for it, I am also a bit sad that it ended. Avery North has become one of my favorite authors.

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[Sheryl Hamilton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another very well-written book by this author.
The story just flowed from start to finish for me.
The characters worked really well in the book and I had
a great connection with them all as well.
I never found any spelling mistakes or any holes in the plot of the story either.
I really recommend this book to others that are over the age of 18+

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[KL Cassanello · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a terrific ending to the series. I have loved reading each installment, and got to see the ending I was hoping for. Ryan is brilliant, rich and sexy. He only needs one more thing to make his life complete. Mia is smart, driven and beautiful, and a great team leader. She just wants to make it on her own not because of a relationship with Ryan. I can't wait to see what the author comes up with next!

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[Robin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love it when a plan comes together!

I gave this a five star review because Mia and Ryan got what they both wanted. To be with each other without people always spinning lies in the spotlight. After all of the drama, their love brought more than anyone could have hoped for. Telly was told off, thank God, bad people are right where they belong, and the business is booming.

This has been a great series to read.

[Manisha Robinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book have so many surprises alot of twist and turns .Amazing storyline I love how this book give you what if's and wonder what's happening to Ryan and Mia . Overall great story of Ryan and Mia and if you want to know if Ryan and Mia together you have to read the book .

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[Mzlegz · Rating 4 out of 5]

OK, Mia kinda came back on my good side by living her truth out loud!! Finally...FINALLY they got it together. Thank You JESUS!!! FINALLY the HEA I've been waiting for and bonus for wiping the smugness from the Telly Tubby's face! Priceless!!!

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