His Secret Love

Manhattan Billionaires #3

by Ava Ryan

Best one-night-stand of my life. Plot twist: she’s our new nanny…

Commitments? No thanks.

And after my painful divorce I’m also done with secrets and lies.

The occasional hookup is more my speed as a new billionaire, busy doctor and single dad.

But there’s something about Skye. That’s why I swiped right on her profile.

That’s why we enjoyed sizzling chemistry and an unforgettable one-night stand.

I meant it to be a one-time thing.

I never anticipated this growing obsession with her.

I certainly never expected my ex to hire her as our new nanny.

Now my life is full of messy secrets.

And the relentless desire to get feisty Skye back in my bed…

Genres: Contemporary

199 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 1, 2021

About the author

Ava Ryan is an author of sexy contemporary romance. Her favorite things, in no special order, are animals, her family, cookies, people with great senses of humor and love stories. Currently in her writer’s cave (ostensibly working hard on her next book while also checking Netflix every few hours to make sure she hasn’t missed a new true crime documentary show), she loves hearing from readers via her website or social media. If you love billionaire alpha males, the feisty women who snag their hearts and books that end with a happily ever after, you’ve come to the right place. Please make sure to subscribe to Ava’s newsletter to stay in the loop about her latest releases and upcoming books!

Reviews

[Tanja OMGReads]

This book was better than the last one in the series I read.

I liked both characters for the very first page. Their introduction to each other was funny and cute and I loved everything about it.

Jake and Skye had chemistry and I liked the slow burn I really did but the only bad thing was that I feel like we could have gotten a bit more of how they actually fell in love with each other. That part was kinda left out for me. But other that it was a quick, funny and sweet read.


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[Laura]

***ARC Provided by the Author***

3.5 Stars

Jake and Skye met on a dating app and had an intense and intimate one night stand. As Skye is leaving, Jake says he will call her...and, well, 2 weeks later, he still hasn't.

But no problem, as she is the new nanny his ex-wife hires to care for his children.

So, that's an issue. But, she decides they will be only professional, and it's not like Jake called her anyway. Jake, however, has other ideas.

This book is a little bit forbidden, although the way the story starts out, with the meeting on the dating app, takes some of the forbidden feeling out of it, as they didn't meet while she was his employee...and really more his ex-wife's employee.

I also liked that this book felt like, at least for the most part, actual adults were involved and reacting to the situations, as sometimes books like this can seem a little juvenile or overwrought, but not this one.

This book was hot, the connection was believable, and I enjoyed and recommend it.

[BP34]

This is part of the Manhattan Billionaire Series but is read as a standalone. If you've read some of the other books in the series you'll recognize the secondary characters. Billionaire Doctor Jake Quinn is down on relationships and commitments after the marriage from h... He meets Skye on a dating app and she is the best one night stand ever but remember it's one and done for him. Imagine his surprise when she's the new nanny his ex has hired. Wow lots of steam. Skye was naive and vulnerable Their story was a sweet one and the author did a great job with the story line and the characters. I read a free advance copy via Grays Promotions and voluntarily chose to review it.

[RateTheRomance]

Gah. I truly hate myself for not loving this book.

HIS SECRET LOVE has so many good things: likable characters, super-hot steamy scenes, and forbidden love. But there is no literary conflict. Yes, this IS a story of a single dad and his forbidden relationship with his kids' nanny...but that's it. That's the conflict.

They hide their affair until they don't anymore and literally everyone who finds out is like, "meh...it's cool."

The perfectly behaved kids are cool with it.
The bitchy and wildly jealous ex-wife is cool with it.
Everyone is cool with it.
Zero resistance.

Now, listen up. HIS SECRET LOVE was a fun and insanely hot read. It would make a great book for a day at the beach. You will like the characters you are supposed to like and hate the one-dimensional "villain" that you are supposed to hate.

But if you are looking for a bit more than that: more conflict, more complex characters, flawed children, or a realistic reaction to a super-hot doctor banging the nanny, then you'll probably want a different book than this one.

This book is easy, hot, and fun. Nothing more. But sometimes easy, hot, and fun is exactly what you are looking for.

RATING:⭐️⭐️⭐️💫
STEAM LEVEL: Rated R
TRIGGERS: past death of parents, cheating ex
FEELS-O-METER: 1/5 A drama-free read

I received an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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[Flavs is Mrs David Gandy♥~♥’]

Jake is a surgeon and has recently gone through a divorce after his wife cheated on him. Now he is just looking for some fun and no strings attached. Especially being a surgeon and a single dad. So he signed up to a dating app and he met Skye. From the minute he clicked on her profile she intrigued him. Especially when she wanted them to meet up in a bookshop.

Skye dropped out of law school and she is now trying to figure out her next move. So she takes a job as a temporary nanny until she can figure out where to go from now. So she becomes the nanny to two adorable little kids and guess who the father of these two kids are??? Only the man she had the best night of her life with and also the man that never called her again… Ouch!!!

I have never read Ava Ryan before but I loved this story. I love single parent books and this one was just right. It was sweet, funny and definitely had some steamy moments in it. Skye is adorable and she is so caring and she fell In love with the kids instantly. Jake is a bit cautious especially after his ex cheated on him, but he couldn’t deny the chemistry between him and Skye. I am definitely checking out more of this authors books and definitely going back to read the previous stories in this Billionaire Romance 😊 ♥

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[marshas_world_of_books]

This book hooked me at page one, then sunk into my heart at the mention of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in chapter two. I think Jake and Skye are officially my favorite couple that Ava has written yet. I loved the connection between the two of them. How Jake wasn’t willing to give up on Skye and did everything he could for them to be together. The steam, the drama, the love, and of course Charlie and Becca. Those kids are polar opposites but are perfect siblings. My heart might have cracked a little for them at one point. This book is just amazing, and a must read!

[christyheartsbooks]

**4.5**

Jake is recently divorced and is looking to get himself some action, doesn't want anything serious, just wants to have fun. He meets Skye online, after hitting it off they agree to meet up in person. They meet at a bookstore. Hit if off even more and go back to Jake's place where they hook up. Before it gets too weird Skye leaves with Jake promising to call her. He doesn't but a week later when Jake goes to pick up his kids from his ex-wife's house, there is Skye - the new nanny. Queue the awkwardness and tension.

By the end of the third chapter I knew I was going to love Jake and Skye. Their getting to know each other dialogue was some of the best I have ever read. It was funny and cute and smexy. I freaking loved it. I gave me a good vibe right off the bat and didn't waiver through the whole book. I loved Jake and Skye. They were fun and flirty and smexy. I loved both of the vulnerabilities and how they both needed the same things to alleviate their vulnerabilities without even knowing it. Such a fun and sweet book. I felt the ex-wife thing was anticlimactic but overall I loved this book and would highly recommend it.

[Crystal]

I loved Skye and Jake so much! From their first meeting until the very end of the book. I was rooting for them, wanting to just hug Skye, and swooning over Jake. Such a great book and series!

[Jo Reads Romance]

Swoonworthy chemistry
5 stars

This is the third and final book in the Manhattan Billionaires trilogy but fear not, each book stands alone and features a different couple. The trilogy focuses on three billionaire friends - and the other 2, Liam and Michael (from His Lost Love and His Forbidden Love) do appear in this one bringing with them all the ribbing, banter and bromancing we need. However, the focus is definitely on our couple - Jake and Skye.

The story kicks off right in the action as Jake and Skye meet for a blind, swipe right, date. Their connection is immediate and I felt that chemistry oozing out my kindle from the first. The fact that Skye chooses to meet Jake in a bookshop is the stuff that romantic fantasies are made of!

Skye is slightly younger (think she was 23) and in a period of transition in her life after deciding that Law School was not for her. Despite that, she is bright, feisty and never comes across as weak or immature. I loved her - the perfect blend of kick-ass and sweet. There was also no imbalance of power between the couple despite the nanny / boss situation. So don’t worry that you’ll get any icky feelings - you won’t.

But it’s Jake that 100% stole my heart. It’s ridiculously hard to write a hero that is equal parts strong and alpha - but still vulnerable, sweet and completely at the mercy of the girl he loves. The way Jake blushed and got a bit tongue tied around Skye made my heart go pitty-pat! Yet he was still hot, sweet, smart, rich and such a good father. *Sigh*

As I mentioned before, the chemistry between Skye and Jake was instant and electric. So when it comes to the sex, get yourself some pearls to clutch because it is swoonworthy! They definitely feel like a perfect pairing and you can’t help but root for them to get together and make it work.

As a secondary character, Marlene was just the right kind of bad ex-wife. But the way Ms Ryan gave us a glimpse at her getting her own happy ending was absolute perfection and also made me laugh. And although I’m not much for children in my romances, Charlie and Becca were an adorable delight. If all children aren’t like this - nobody tell me.

The story is written in first person, present tense in both Jake and Skye’s viewpoint. What gave this some extra oomph is the way that, at times, it was like the characters were talking to us, as readers, about the situation. It really worked and not only that, it was hella funny at times. I laughed out loud on more than one occasion.

Ava Ryan is a queen of billionaires romances and this is definitely one of her best. I didn’t want to put it down and felt a bit bereft when I had finished. If you’re new to Ava Ryan - or you’ve read every book of hers - I cannot recommend this tale highly enough. One of my favourite stories this year. 5 stars.

*I received this book in exchange for my honest review*

[Amy Dickinson]

Overall Grade: 4.5 ⭐️

Okay, so I want to be honest. Is it possible to be both excited and reticent with a new release from an author you’ve grown to seriously like? When Ava Ryan announced her Manhattan Billionaires series, I was in. She really stole my heart with her Cinderella series, and a fan connection was created. With the first two books of this current series, I was reminded of the reasons why I love her storytelling: her ability to seamlessly navigate complex characters while using usual tropes in a fresh manner. I had been waiting for Jake, though. The single dad trope is one of my favorites. However, I am not a usual fan of the nanny with the single dad because it feels done. So...I went into her newest book, His Secret Love, ready for more of Ryan’s storytelling while preparing myself for a stale trope. And I was pleasantly surprised. This newest book of Ryan’s illustrates her capacity to breathe fresh life into the usual, into the dependable. I fell in love with Jake and Skye regardless of the single dad/nanny trope. Here’s why…

For one, it isn’t really a nanny/single dad trope. For one, these two meet through a dating app, they hit it off, and they have a steamy one-night stand that messes with their understanding of relationships. I don’t think either of them is looking for anything serious, but something about their one-night stand upends their plans.

The way in which Jake and Skye meet a second time is not an orchestration on their part. There is a third party responsible for it. This means that their second meet-cute is a shocker.

Jake, while a total alpha in the bedroom, is a bit of a pussycat. His ex-wife is horrendous, and Jake is the type of dad who adores his children. As such, that compassion and care translate into other areas of his life. Ryan crafts it that Skye and Jake, aside from the complications of their work relationship, are easy together. You will adore Jake; you will adore Skye; and you will adore them together. So while there is tension with the parameters of their relationship, Ryan ameliorates it in a way that you become emotionally connected to them with very little angst involved.

You have the promise of a happy ending, and the epilogue to this book is the most complete of the three stories in the series, in my opinion. However, Ryan drops hints at a potential new book in a chapter or so before the end. I’m hoping and praying she’s going that route because I love an enemies-to-lovers type of story.

Why else should you grab this book and read it over the weekend?

It’s a quick read. I didn’t want to put it down because the story flows.

Nothing is better than Liam, Michael, and Jake together. There are moments of hilarious banter between these three, but as you see with the earlier books in the series, these three generally love each other as brothers and provide counsel in a way that makes you adore their friendship.

The ex-wife gets hers.

The kids are ADORABLE, and their relationship with Skye will make your heart sigh.

Again, Ava Ryan is a deft storyteller whom I’ve come to rely on for stories that put a smile on my face. If you’re looking for a read for that purpose, then you’ll want to read His Secret Love.

[Jenn]

His Secret Love is the third book in Ava Ryan's Manhattan Billionaire's series- but each book can be read and enjoyed as a complete stand alone.

Jake is a successful surgeon who recently went through a divorce after his wife cheated on him- so to say that he is only looking for some casual fun is an understatement. That was until he met her. There was just something about Skye that drew him in- but determined to keep himself in check, Jake never calls her after their night together, despite her never leaving his mind. Skye is a law school drop out trying to figure out her next move. She has no home or family but she finds a temporary nanny position that will help her out until she gets her ducks in a row. Only to her surprise, the father of the two adorable children she cares for is none other than the man that starred in the best night of her life and then never called. This job is only temporary- so she could just have her fun and walk away when it's all over, right?

This was my first Ava Ryan book and I loved it! The story is sweet, funny and has some heat but isn't overly smutty. Skye is such a sweet and caring personality but she is also witty and fun. Jake is caring but a little guarded, funny and his banter with Skye or his two best friends, Liam and Michael, left me giggling. The book might of started out with Jake and Skye's first night together, but after that it really is a slow burn and build up to their relationship. I really enjoyed that the characters in this book were pretty straight forward- there was some holding back of what they really wanted to say to each other but for the most part they just kind of went for it, which is refreshing to not have that "I just want to scream at these characters" kind of way. His Secret Love is well written and has a great flow to it making it such an easy and enjoyable read. While the story does take place over the course of a few months, I wish we got a little more of Skye and Jake together and how their relationship grew as feelings got involved. Overall I really enjoyed this book and I will be going back to read the previous books in this series (Michael and Liam's stories).

[Roselyn_Reads]

His Secret Love is Book 3 in Ava Ryan's Manhattan Billionaires Series and MY! OH! MY! it did NOT disappoint. We got snippets of Jake in the previous books this series (His Lost Love and His Forbidden Love) and he always seemed quiet and observant to me. There was a mystery about him that I wanted to uncover and let me say that Jake Quinn was so much more than who I was expecting him to be. He was sexy, charismatic, caring, understanding, and a wonderful, loving dad, but one of the things I loved most about him was his honesty. As a divorced father of two, Dr. Jake Quinn, was looking for a casual hookup to release some built up tension. What better way to do this than to turn to on-line dating app? After withdrawing from law school, Skye Graham was trying to find her way in life - her passion; someplace where she felt she belonged. While trying to figure out what her next steps are, Skye accepts a job as a temporary nanny to two kids who split their time between their mother, a no-nonsense, stony business woman, and their father - a man Skye thought she would never see again. There is so much that I loved about this book. While I enjoyed the chemistry, banter, and angst between Jake and Skye, I loved Skye's relationship with Becca and Charlie. I loved that the kids played such a huge role in this book. They were so outspoken and fun to get the know. Of course, I also loved that we got to see more of Liam and Michael, along with Jake and their bromance/guy-gang type of friendship. They may joke around and poke fun at one another, but when it comes down to it they are honest and supportive of one another. This book was such a joy to read. It truly was. Ava Ryan's writing is special. I love the worlds she creates and how all of the characters interact or play a role in each other's lives. She really does an amazing job with leaving you wanting more - needing more. That's how I feel right now about none other than - Marlene. As much as I disliked her, Ava Ryan provoked my curiosity with that little peek at Marlene's vulnerability and then man who was able to call her out - Dr. Atticus Steele.

[Theresa Natole]

Jake and Skye hook up before she starts as a nanny to his children. He does not even know that his ex-wife hired her until the day he meets her at his ex-wife’s apartment. But since their one and only date he has not called even though he promised to. Imagine his surprise when he meets her at his ex’s apartment. Skye does not let on that they know each other. She is taken back to say the least. Afterall, she had the best night of her life with him, he promised to call and never did. Now she is the fill in nanny to his kids. When they find themselves together with no one around they decide that they cannot pursue each other. After all he is her boss. Even though Jake never called he has not forgotten their night together. He cannot stop thinking about her. She is not like anyone he has ever been with. He starts to look forward to coming home at night now. Enjoys the conversations they have. SO different than what his marriage was.
Jake and Skye slowly built a relationship with each other. Even though Skye knew it was only a temporary position to be the nanny she promised herself she would keep her growing feelings for Jake to herself. What she did not realize was Jake was feeling the same about her. But what will happen when she is no longer the nanny. Will Jake want to continue to see her. He told her when they first met that he was not into relationships since the end of his marriage. But what he did not count on was meeting someone like Skye and now he can picture more with her. Can they make it work or will she be the one looking in from the outside and remaining alone?
This story has everything including the cutest little boy and little girl. Along with falling in love with Jake, Skye could not help herself from falling in love with Charlie and Becca. An enjoyable read and the perfect ending of a series.

[Tannie🦋]

I received this as an ARC.
Now onto the good stuff.
If you’ve had the chance to read Lydia Michaels books, this one was like that one’s.
Everything seems to happen fast, but it was in a span of a year or so.
This book had cute kids, sexy single dad, age gap, forced proximity, crazy (bitchy) ex (kinda), two goofy best friends.
Jack and Skye meet after matching with each other on a dating app, and decide to literally hook up.
Jack promises to call, but before he can do that, his (bitchy) ex wife hires her to be the kids nanny as they are both successful doctors.
Over the course of those months, the ex wife left and the kids with the nanny must stay 100% of the time as dads.
There’s were their chemistry increased and their sexual tension was over the top.
Both characters were forthcoming, which is a breath of fresh air. Bullshit free almost, and once again, everything seems fast paced but it all happens during the course of months.
I do feel like Skye’s character could’ve been developed a little bit more, as she sometimes seemed as someone who couldn’t even think about making a grownup decision but she pulled through strongly.
And Jake’s at time’s seems a single dad man whore who f*cked everything that moved, which in my books ain’t bad but I how devoted he was with his kids was overshadowed by his health sex life.

It was super short and cute, smut scenes were kept o the min and were handled with class. I loved this for an afternoon read, as I literally read it in 3hrs.

Cant wait to read more❤️

[Cheryl]

This is my first Ava Ryan book and I’m thrilled to have discovered a great new-to-me author! I’ll definitely go back and read not only the rest of the Manhattan Billionaires books (which you do not have to have read to enjoy this story) but also her whole back catalogue.
For me, this wasn’t your typical “forbidden” nanny book, since Skye and Jake meet before she becomes his children’s nanny. And that encounter was pulled me in quickly, because of the lighthearted fun the characters had with each other. They are both very likable people, but their communication skills after their one night together needed a bit of work.
Jake’s children are adorable but they lead very different lives, depending on which parent they are with, because is ex makes the Wicked Witch of the West look like a pussycat! They play a pretty big role in the book, as they should. I’m a big fan of kids in books, when written well…Charlie and Becca are.
Skye and Jake have a slow burn physical relationship but the feelings start right away. Theres no big drama, except what they create in their own minds…because, again…communication! And honestly, sometimes I need a break from angst-ridden books, without them being too sweet. This is the perfect combination of slow but spicy. I couldn’t put it down!
So 4.5 stars from me and I absolutely recommend His Secret Love to like-minded romance fans.

[κris ᥫ᭡.ִֶָ]

I had enjoyed reading this book. This book is an interconnected series but can be read as a standalone. I had no trouble while reading this book because it was nothing but just great. The pacing was just right, no heavy dramas and such but it was very heartwarming because the premise was just simple but greatly laid out.

The characters were just plain but they are interesting. The tension between the main characters was terrific because their chemistry was just cute and steamy. However, I just noticed that the confession part was a bit lacking, I was expecting little rocks before we get to their happily ever after. That part really left me flat and unsatisfied.

As a whole, it was simple yet very entertaining because the premise was a fast-paced, light, and quick read with no heavy dramas. The kids in here were just so adorable, cute, and very intelligent. The characters development was I think great until the end. This book really has potential because it was great and very entertaining. If you enjoy secret romance, love at first sight, and boss and employee forbidden love for a light and quick read, this one is just right for you!

I received an eARC of this book and this is a voluntary review. Thank you so much to the author and Grey’s Promotion for the copy, it was such a pleasure promoting this book in the book community.

Rating: 3.5 stars / 5 stars

[loves.romance.books]

4.5 stars rounded up.

After some dark angsty reads I needed something lighter and His Secret Love provided that in spades.

Jake has two kids with his ex-wife (who's quite the ball buster) and he's just down for some casual good times, nothing more nothing less. He even stipulates this in his online dating profile so his hook ups will know the score up front.
The story opens with Jake meeting Skye, a gorgeous red head he swiped right on recently. They have instant chemistry and after an amazing first date things take an intimate turn.
Several days later Jake is still thinking of Skye and their connection when he meets the new nanny his ball busting ex hired without his consent. Imagine his shock when he sees it's Skye!

Told through dual POV we have lots of sweet and funny moments with some added spiciness between the gorgeous billionaire doctor and his nanny. The scenes with Jake and his friends were really funny. I enjoyed their banter despite having not read the first two books in this series.

If you're looking for something refreshingly light, well paced and an all round sweet read then look no further.

Thanks to the author for the ARC they so kindly sent me. My views are my own.

[Jackie Wright]

His Secret Love is part of the Manhattan Billionaire Series but it can certainly be read and loved as a stand-alone, although I’m sure once you meet one of these billionaires you will want more. This is Jake and Skye’s story and boy do they have an entertaining tale to tell.
Jake and Skye met on a dating app and that lead to an very intimate one night stand and a promise of a phone call but that call never materialised. Imagine her surprise when she finds out Jake is the father of the two children she has just agreed to become a nanny for after his ex wife employed her.
An even bigger problem is the ex is moving to Tokyo so Skye needs to move into Jake’s apartment in order to care for Charlie and Becca ….
Jake is a busy doctor not looking for another relationship until he met Skye but as his nanny that should put her off limits but our hearts often rule our heads so what will happen as these two spend time under the same roof…..
This is a fun, witty, entertaining read and it will certainly appeal to a wide range of audiences. I loved Jake and Skye and what can I say about the classic one lines Charlie and Becca had apart from they nearly stole the show. I love he Manhattan Billionaires and I’m looking forward to more from the very talented Ava Ryan.

[Tracy Musgrove]

I was lucky enough to recieve an ARC of His Secret Love by Ava Ryan, which is the third book in the Manhattan Billionaires series.
This delicious story of Skye and Jake finds Skye in the precarious position as the nanny, hired by the ex wife of Jake, a recent match and hook up from a dating site.
The chemistry between Jake and Skye from the very beginning is fire with a little balcony fade to black action.
I felt so sorry for the children, Charlie and Becca, ages 4 and 6 respectively. They usually have to deal with “Grumpy Nanny” and what amounts to a “Robo-mom”. The time spent with Skye is a breath of fresh air and fun for them. I was so relieved to know that the children would get more Dad and Skye time, than time with their mother Marlene.
I would have loved the chance to see more day to day interaction between Skye and Jake and the children over the several months that they spend together. I feel like it could have added a lot more to the story, while adding some fun shenanigans to it.
Towards the end, I was thrilled to see the growth that Marlene had in accepting the new situation. Now I need to know more about her and this snarky doctor…

[Kim]

Jake thought how bad can it be swiping right on Skye profile ?? She is sexy, beautiful and funny !! Can one swipe .. one date change his life ?? Hmmmmm or will it be just a one night stand ?? Does he have enough time between work and the kids to devote to a girlfriend because we know Jake doesn’t do things half way ??

Skye was excited and nervous to meet Jake at the book shop but it was the safest place and when they had so much in common right off the bat who would have thought he wouldn’t call ?? It isn’t like she hasn’t been disappointed before …. thing’s could only look up from there …. She was starting a new job and she wanted to focus on that. But ….

When Jake is the ex husband to the kids she will be nannying how does she keep her thoughts, composure and just her plain feelings around Jake and ohhhh boy when he sees Skye …. his heart does something it hasn’t felt in years .. warms, defrosts and just FEELS !!

Can these two put there feelings aside for the kids and the ex wife or will LOVE conquer ALL !!

I LOVED THIS INSTALLMENT !!

[Jodi - JodiReadsnListens]

His Secret Love was one of the first books I’ve read from Ava Ryan, and it won’t be my last. If you like a billionaire, single dad paired with a hot nanny type romance, then I highly recommend this book!

Jake is a single dad with the sweetest six year old twins, but is a super successful billionaire doctor which means little free time. He can always make time for his children. He loves to date and meet temporary women. When he meets Skye on a first date, their attraction to each other is instant and on fire. However, when these two meet again in a professional setting, can they ignore their attraction and keep their relationship a secret? This is where things get entertaining and HOT!

Jake and Skye were amazing, charismatic characters to fall in love with. Not to mention Jakes’s twins, Charlie and Becca will melt your heart. This was a fun, light, steamy read that will leave your grinning when your finish. I loved it!

[Hannah Nappi]

His Secret Love by Ava Ryan
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Overall: 4/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Leads: Jake and Skye
Release Date: July 1, 2021
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📝REVIEW📝⁣
One of my favorite tropes is billionaire romance and this one didn’t disappoint! This one night turns into so much more and I’m all for it!
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Jake is a very successful surgeon who recently went through a divorce. When he gets the shock of walking into his ex-wife’s apartment to see Skye, who he had promised to call, as his kids new nanny. Even though Jake is a doctor is makes time for his kids which I love. His kids play a big role in the book which I’m a sucker for! You don’t want to miss their relationship grow!
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Skye and Jake have such great chemistry and it is hard not to love them together. Can’t wait to read more from Ava Ryan!

[Katelynn]

Jake and Skye meet on a dating app and have instant chemistry. Jake is recently divorced and a wealthy doctor whereas Skye is finding her place in the world and career path. Their date goes better than planned and they leave with promises to get in touch again. However in a twist of fate, Jake and Skye discover that she is his children's nanny hired by his ex wife. Temptation is far too great for these two to resist, but the situation proves to be complex and full of hurdles. I think I preferred forbidden love in this series most, but I found this book to still be quite enjoyable. Skye is a caring nanny and her charges are full of personality and spirit. Jake is an awesome father that makes him swoon worthy as a hero. The plot was well done and a bit different in the typical nanny tropes I've read. Overall I enjoyed the banter between these two characters and journey to each other.

[Dawn Clements]

His secret love is the third & final book in the billionaire trilogy but can be read as a standalone.
There are cameo appearances from Liam & Mia & Michael & Ally from His lost love & His forbidden love.

Jake meets Skye on a dating app- their connection & chemistry is immediate, sparks fly. After their one night stand, Jake can’t seem to get the red haired , green eyed beauty out of his mind.

Before he gets a chance to call her, he gets the shock of his life when he discovers his ex wife Marlene has hired Skye to be a nanny to their 2 children Becca & Charlie.

The sexual tension is funny & flirty & temptation is to great to resist. I loved how their relationship progressed & evolved.

This was a quick but loveable read.
Thank you to Ava for my ARC & the chance to read His secret love early.
I thoroughly recommend this book

[Laura]

His Secret Love was so good. This quick read held my attention, and I had to keep reading to see what would happen between Jake and Skye. Would Marlene find out? If so, what kind of drama would she bring? From the initial meeting at the bookstore, to the steamy night together, to the sudden forced proximity, it was all so good. Now I could have done without the secrecy, but honestly 1) it's right there in the title, and 2) it's what makes the story the story. Ya know? Loved it all. Loved that the kids were paying enough attention that they caught on. Love that Skye found a family to love her and accept her. Loved that these two got their HEA. I was worried for a bit, but it happened.

So if forced proximity, secret relationships, one night stands turned lovers is your thing, then read the book. Or if you like billionaire romances, read His Secret Love.

[Yvonne (A reading Brunette)]

His Secret Love is the third and final book in the Manhattan Billionaires series by Ava Ryan.

This book is about Jake and Skye. They met through a dating app and spent a hot steamy night together. Even though he said he would call her but never did. Now weeks later they meet each other again. Because now Skye is the nanny his ex-wife hired to look after his two kids. Their attraction is still strong but they fight it. Especially Skye since her whole life is depending on this job.

This book is such a slow-burn! For me it felt like that it took forever till they finally were together! Jake and Skye are so hot together and their chemistry is off the charts! I absolutely loved every scene with the kids. They are so freaking adorable and they just make you laugh and smile.
This book is for sure a five star read and you have to pick it up!

[Jessica Deere]

Ava Ryan has done it again!! Jake and Skye will make your heart happy! From the first chapter of this book I was completely hooked. If anyone has any experience with dating apps, you will be able to relate to this. As the story progresses you fall in love with Skye and Jake as individuals and then as a couple. You also will fall in love with Jakes adorable children, Becca and Charlie. This story is amazing and you will not be able to put it down. This is a stand alone book, although it is a part of Ava Ryan’s series, Manhattan Billionaires. It is not necessary to read the other books in the series. The characters from the other books are present within this book, but it is not necessary to know their story lines. I received an ARC of this book through Grey’s Promotions.

[kindlequeenandcoffee]

This is a new author I haven’t read and decided to sign up for a ARC since it had the nanny romance trope

💛Nanny Romance
🖤Billionaire Romance
💛Boss/Employee
🖤Single Dad Romance
💛One Night Stand

Skye meets an amazing guy on a dating app, has a one night stand. Seven days later she meets him and he is the father of the two twins she nanny’s for.
Jake is a divorced single father wanting to have a little fun, of course he knows the nanny and wants a “casual” relationship ship.

The authors writing is easy to read, a bit predictable. The secondary characters were adorable, Jake’s ex wife was a huge nag. The chemistry between skye and Jake was instant and quick.

Overall a fun cute 160 page read that has you wanting more nanny romance

[Jennifer Pierson]

His Secret Love is an easy read that I enjoyed a great deal. Jake & Skye met on one of those dating apps (not sure why anyone does it LOL), and they spent a super hot night together. He told her he would call, but he didn't so the next time they come face to face, he learns that his ex-wife has hired her as the nanny for their kids. Now you already know that this will add that whole forbidden feel to it as you shouldn't get sexy with the help, but they can't seem to help themselves as those sparks are overwhelming you know. So things happen in secret but we all know that secrets don't make friends, so how will it all pan out when the cat is out of the bag?! You know what to do to find out! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

[Mindy Lopez]

This is Book 3 in the Manhattan Billionaires Series of standalones and my first read by this author. I must say that I quite enjoyed the storyline and the characters. It is a sweet, off limits romance between single dad Jake and his children's nanny Skye. These likeable characters and the unique plot make for an enjoyable read. What starts out as a one night stand turns into something more. It is an adorable love story with enough drama, sweetness, frustrating moments, humor, steam, family dynamic, plus engaging secondary characters to keep the reader interested. A solid addition to the series.

I received an Advance Reader Copy of this book from Grey's Promotions and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.