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Daphne Burnett was on track to reach her a full partnership at a top-tier law firm. She worked hard, and she played harder. She didn’t have the time or patience for relationships, so she had
It was simple, and it worked. Play and go.
Conor Ryan was ready to take over the family business, but only one thing stood in his way. His father wouldn't give up control until Conor married. He was over forty, after all, and it was time to settle down. Conor had one the smart, sexy attorney who had been his booty call buddy. He couldn’t imagine spending a year with anyone else.
It was the perfect solution. Neither of them believed in romance or long term commitment. They would stay married for a year, then go their separate ways.
Now all Conor had to do was convince Daphne to marry him.
What could go wrong?
It was simple, and it worked. Play and go.
Conor Ryan was ready to take over the family business, but only one thing stood in his way. His father wouldn't give up control until Conor married. He was over forty, after all, and it was time to settle down. Conor had one the smart, sexy attorney who had been his booty call buddy. He couldn’t imagine spending a year with anyone else.
It was the perfect solution. Neither of them believed in romance or long term commitment. They would stay married for a year, then go their separate ways.
Now all Conor had to do was convince Daphne to marry him.
What could go wrong?
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154 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 10, 2021
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June 27, 2021
Conor and Daphne, both worked hard, and loved to play the field with no commitments. But, when they met, there was an instant connection that was electric. We normally frown on marriages of convenience, but you could tell right away, that these two were fooling themselves with a contract. The feelings were already brewing, and could tell that love was on the way. I loved the way Conor was not the typical "rich boy" type. He really paid attention to Daphne, listened to her wants and needs and honestly wanted to make her happy. Daphne was jaded from her past experience, but couldn't deny the love that had grown for Conor. Enjoyable quick read. 👍👍👍
July 10, 2021
Loved Daphne and Coner’s story. Short but had the full-length vibe. First time reading this Author and looking forward to the next book.
October 12, 2021
3.5 Stars.
August 1, 2021
The outline of a really good book is here but it needs more filling out, more plot and character development.
June 26, 2021
Good Read
I really enjoyed Daphne and Connor’s story. They meet at a wedding and had an instant connection. She wanted a no strings attached relationship with him. When she started to feel something for Connor she backed off. Conner reaches out to her with a marriage proposition and they come to an agreement of one year. I was surprised the parents were not mentioned again after the marriage became permanent, Since they did not believe it was real. I would have like to know what happened with her best friend Mo and Patrick his brother. Short story but a good one. Love the book..
I really enjoyed Daphne and Connor’s story. They meet at a wedding and had an instant connection. She wanted a no strings attached relationship with him. When she started to feel something for Connor she backed off. Conner reaches out to her with a marriage proposition and they come to an agreement of one year. I was surprised the parents were not mentioned again after the marriage became permanent, Since they did not believe it was real. I would have like to know what happened with her best friend Mo and Patrick his brother. Short story but a good one. Love the book..
June 17, 2021
I liked Conner
But why was the heroine so masculine and unemotional ? Black women should be portrayed as both resilient (prefer this instead of strong since strong is also a very masculine adjective) and vulnerable. She came off as way to manly and it threw me off. I did enjoy the ending though. Also, I'll need heroines to accept gifts from heroes without thinking the world will end if they simply say "thank you" instead of responding with over the top rudeness and accusations.
But why was the heroine so masculine and unemotional ? Black women should be portrayed as both resilient (prefer this instead of strong since strong is also a very masculine adjective) and vulnerable. She came off as way to manly and it threw me off. I did enjoy the ending though. Also, I'll need heroines to accept gifts from heroes without thinking the world will end if they simply say "thank you" instead of responding with over the top rudeness and accusations.
August 1, 2021
Upgrading to a Marriage of Convenience
Conor and Daphne grow on the reader, as well as on each other. Older and more definitive about their preferences and red flags, they just get on with it, rather than fling excessive emotions around. It’s a refreshing change from the “barely legal instalove” story genre, but when it comes to leaving dangling plot threads, like their relationships with the parents, the pace and scope of the plot fall a little short of connecting what are likely important threads for both main characters’ motivations.
Conor and Daphne grow on the reader, as well as on each other. Older and more definitive about their preferences and red flags, they just get on with it, rather than fling excessive emotions around. It’s a refreshing change from the “barely legal instalove” story genre, but when it comes to leaving dangling plot threads, like their relationships with the parents, the pace and scope of the plot fall a little short of connecting what are likely important threads for both main characters’ motivations.
June 15, 2021
New Voice
I totally enjoyed this short but complete novel by Ms. Grey. Conor and Daphne meet at a wedding and are seated at the same table. They are both driven, busy people not looking for love. They do embark on a friends with benefits situation. When Daphne starts to feel a little more she shuts their agreement down. In need of a good attorney and a WIFE, Conor reaches out months later. Will they be able to stick to their business arrangement?
I totally enjoyed this short but complete novel by Ms. Grey. Conor and Daphne meet at a wedding and are seated at the same table. They are both driven, busy people not looking for love. They do embark on a friends with benefits situation. When Daphne starts to feel a little more she shuts their agreement down. In need of a good attorney and a WIFE, Conor reaches out months later. Will they be able to stick to their business arrangement?
October 21, 2021
Daphne and Conor
Daphne and Conor are so much alike. Both highly successful and focused on career with little time for commitment. After meeting at a wedding they both agree to see each other with no strings. Six months after their tryst ends, Conor seeks Daphne’s help with a personal dilemma…
I love the immediate attraction and playful banter between them and a mutual respect that makes this read so enjoyable.
A quick, fun novella I enjoyed over a glass of sweet red.
Daphne and Conor are so much alike. Both highly successful and focused on career with little time for commitment. After meeting at a wedding they both agree to see each other with no strings. Six months after their tryst ends, Conor seeks Daphne’s help with a personal dilemma…
I love the immediate attraction and playful banter between them and a mutual respect that makes this read so enjoyable.
A quick, fun novella I enjoyed over a glass of sweet red.
June 24, 2021
Play and go
Daphne thought she could not it and quit it until her latest boy toy propose new marriage for business arrangement . She works hard at her firm but is not reward how she should be. Her marriage of convienice turned into love and that love morphed into better business opportunity.
Daphne thought she could not it and quit it until her latest boy toy propose new marriage for business arrangement . She works hard at her firm but is not reward how she should be. Her marriage of convienice turned into love and that love morphed into better business opportunity.
June 24, 2021
Surprisingly good!
I was delighted and relieved that this was not just the usual rich guy makes a marriage proposition to get his inheritance story. I felt as though I had a personal relationship to the main characters. They were likeable, relatable and real. A nice, easy, drama free read.
I was delighted and relieved that this was not just the usual rich guy makes a marriage proposition to get his inheritance story. I felt as though I had a personal relationship to the main characters. They were likeable, relatable and real. A nice, easy, drama free read.
June 30, 2021
Nice Quick Read
I thought this wss a cute story. I loved how Conor and Daphne's relationship developed. I liked how they communicated a d respected each other. They built a solid friendship which turned into a loving marriage. Just wished it was like her because I would have loved to read more about their relationship.
I thought this wss a cute story. I loved how Conor and Daphne's relationship developed. I liked how they communicated a d respected each other. They built a solid friendship which turned into a loving marriage. Just wished it was like her because I would have loved to read more about their relationship.
July 5, 2021
LOVED THIS STORY ❤
Loved reading about Conor and Daphne's coming together. There's was a very unique interesting story,this was a good read no drama and I loved the characters. I would absolutely recommend you reading this book. I cannot wait to read about Patrick and Mo's story. Thanks Avery this is my first read by this author please keep up the good work. 🙏👍
Loved reading about Conor and Daphne's coming together. There's was a very unique interesting story,this was a good read no drama and I loved the characters. I would absolutely recommend you reading this book. I cannot wait to read about Patrick and Mo's story. Thanks Avery this is my first read by this author please keep up the good work. 🙏👍
July 14, 2021
Short & Sweet!
From the very beginning, when they meet at a wedding, Conor demonstrated how attracted he was to Daphne. He admired her intelligence, as a successful attorney, her beauty, as well as her "no nonsense" attitude.
When Conor needs Daphne to save his company, he goes the extra mile to show her how important she is to him.
Awesome story!
From the very beginning, when they meet at a wedding, Conor demonstrated how attracted he was to Daphne. He admired her intelligence, as a successful attorney, her beauty, as well as her "no nonsense" attitude.
When Conor needs Daphne to save his company, he goes the extra mile to show her how important she is to him.
Awesome story!
July 20, 2021
Yes
Relatable characters who are like minded and equally matched, no stupidity and excellent conflict resolution. Likeable H and h with just enough angst to root for their HEA..... Without cheating. Even though its a fake marriage romance cliche, it really didn't come across that way. It's a win.
Relatable characters who are like minded and equally matched, no stupidity and excellent conflict resolution. Likeable H and h with just enough angst to root for their HEA..... Without cheating. Even though its a fake marriage romance cliche, it really didn't come across that way. It's a win.
October 7, 2021
Love The Love Story
Nothing like going up the love ladder one level at a time. These characters truly know how to negotiate through a relationship. I enjoyed reading about each level they advanced through. It kept me ribbitted on each level and I thoroughly enjoyed reading every word.
Nothing like going up the love ladder one level at a time. These characters truly know how to negotiate through a relationship. I enjoyed reading about each level they advanced through. It kept me ribbitted on each level and I thoroughly enjoyed reading every word.
December 3, 2021
Players Getting Serious
Daphne and Conor are both independent strong and anti-relationship. However, this story proves that the rich, intelligent and strong-willed characters are vulnerable and fall in love. Falling in love without consciousness is the truest form of commitment and endurance for a lasting and happy hereafter.
Daphne and Conor are both independent strong and anti-relationship. However, this story proves that the rich, intelligent and strong-willed characters are vulnerable and fall in love. Falling in love without consciousness is the truest form of commitment and endurance for a lasting and happy hereafter.
February 26, 2022
You'll fall for these characters
This is a great story, about taking chances, keeping your word and being treated as an equal. It was a great pace, it didn't drag on ,nor did it rush the plot. The supporting characters were just as dynamic as the main characters. You will fall in love with these characters and root for them the whole way through.
This is a great story, about taking chances, keeping your word and being treated as an equal. It was a great pace, it didn't drag on ,nor did it rush the plot. The supporting characters were just as dynamic as the main characters. You will fall in love with these characters and root for them the whole way through.
June 13, 2021
Daphne and Conor - A real marriage
Best book ever! I loved Daphne and Conor. What started as a marriage of convenience ended with a true forever marriage, Daphne’s own law firm and a baby on the way.
Best book ever! I loved Daphne and Conor. What started as a marriage of convenience ended with a true forever marriage, Daphne’s own law firm and a baby on the way.
June 18, 2021
Over 40 and knowing what you want
I was pulled in from the conversation or witty exchange when the characters first meet. Loved that she is an alpha female.
Falling in love isn't just for 20's and 30's; it can come at any age. Kudos for the series.
I was pulled in from the conversation or witty exchange when the characters first meet. Loved that she is an alpha female.
Falling in love isn't just for 20's and 30's; it can come at any age. Kudos for the series.
June 21, 2021
Super silly
This was a silly book. No only was it silly, it was like a bad film that kept jumping from one scene to the other and neither one was very good. Okay, how old is she? Pregnant? Okay. Novella? More like discombobulated mess.
This was a silly book. No only was it silly, it was like a bad film that kept jumping from one scene to the other and neither one was very good. Okay, how old is she? Pregnant? Okay. Novella? More like discombobulated mess.
June 25, 2021
Okay
It was good read. Both did the bitchdorm meet and respected each other’s boundaries to a point of marriage. Can’t wait to read about Monique and Greg should they become an item.
It was good read. Both did the bitchdorm meet and respected each other’s boundaries to a point of marriage. Can’t wait to read about Monique and Greg should they become an item.
June 28, 2021
Conniving
I don't know if Connor was being wily or frank. But I feel like he used the marriage requirement to get Daphne to love him. If so, it is beautiful to see manipulation used for good.
I don't know if Connor was being wily or frank. But I feel like he used the marriage requirement to get Daphne to love him. If so, it is beautiful to see manipulation used for good.
July 9, 2021
Great read
Loved this novella
Although it was a short story the characters were relateable and the storyline was real life
The author made you enjoy them and the supporting characters
Great job
Loved this novella
Although it was a short story the characters were relateable and the storyline was real life
The author made you enjoy them and the supporting characters
Great job
July 29, 2021
Better than expected
Okay there are some tools that the editor missed but once you get into the story you can overlook them. Dee was a strong black woman. Written well and the author did not weaken when she fell in love. The build up of them as a couple was a good one.
Okay there are some tools that the editor missed but once you get into the story you can overlook them. Dee was a strong black woman. Written well and the author did not weaken when she fell in love. The build up of them as a couple was a good one.
October 3, 2021
GREAT
This was such a pleasant read. This story really just pulled me in. I must admit that I caught myself smiling so many times. An those sex scenes were burning the books pages up. Looking forward to next book in series.
This was such a pleasant read. This story really just pulled me in. I must admit that I caught myself smiling so many times. An those sex scenes were burning the books pages up. Looking forward to next book in series.
October 26, 2021
2.75 stars.
About half way through, I skim read.
I loved the fact that it was a grown relationship and that Connor+Daphne talked it through. I loved the fact that he paid attention to her, what she said and needed.
About half way through, I skim read.
I loved the fact that it was a grown relationship and that Connor+Daphne talked it through. I loved the fact that he paid attention to her, what she said and needed.
November 28, 2021
Good
This was a good mature read. First read by this author. I was not disappointed. Liked Connor and Daphne. It seemed real. Wish there was a scene where she quit her job. I will definitely read more of this author's work.
This was a good mature read. First read by this author. I was not disappointed. Liked Connor and Daphne. It seemed real. Wish there was a scene where she quit her job. I will definitely read more of this author's work.
July 11, 2021
Boring
I can admit I only got through 75% of the book. I kept holding out for something. Just boring! Disappointed.
I can admit I only got through 75% of the book. I kept holding out for something. Just boring! Disappointed.
July 13, 2021
Really good storyline
I like the characters in the story line was super interesting and different. The author definitely has an eye for interesting characters.
I like the characters in the story line was super interesting and different. The author definitely has an eye for interesting characters.
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