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From homeless single mom broke down on the side of an icy road... to living in a mansion with four gorgeous men.
Not only have the Blakely Four Brothers taken me and my kids in, but they've also given me a dream-come-true job as an exclusive model for their new fashion line. I have a magnificent roof over my head. My kids are happy, fed, and safe. I have four incredible men in my bed. Plus a fantastic, glamorous new job making more money than I ever dreamed possible.
But we messed up, and this beautiful dream may come crashing down.
After a glorious tub scene with the alpha Marine, I could be pregnant.
I may not be broke-down Shelby any longer, but having a baby with four men that I've known a week is way too over the top. Even for me.
Not only have the Blakely Four Brothers taken me and my kids in, but they've also given me a dream-come-true job as an exclusive model for their new fashion line. I have a magnificent roof over my head. My kids are happy, fed, and safe. I have four incredible men in my bed. Plus a fantastic, glamorous new job making more money than I ever dreamed possible.
But we messed up, and this beautiful dream may come crashing down.
After a glorious tub scene with the alpha Marine, I could be pregnant.
I may not be broke-down Shelby any longer, but having a baby with four men that I've known a week is way too over the top. Even for me.
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First published July 9, 2021
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July 10, 2021
A lot.
This is what I learned reading a second installment of ridiculous, over the top, overreact to every little thing that happens in your life: it’s too much. The kids in this book are laughably unimportant. Basically window dressing on a perfect family life. Ironic. The guys blow their overprotective chunks over everyone no matter the provocation. Shelby is… yeah, the most insecure but also the most beautiful and sexy and… rich… so, yeah, this book is the most everything and I was ok for one installment but two was too much for me. If you loved the first book more than you rolled your eyes, you’ll probably love this one too. If you had a bit of a toothache and/or acid reflux after the first, you’ll rot your teeth out with this one.
This is what I learned reading a second installment of ridiculous, over the top, overreact to every little thing that happens in your life: it’s too much. The kids in this book are laughably unimportant. Basically window dressing on a perfect family life. Ironic. The guys blow their overprotective chunks over everyone no matter the provocation. Shelby is… yeah, the most insecure but also the most beautiful and sexy and… rich… so, yeah, this book is the most everything and I was ok for one installment but two was too much for me. If you loved the first book more than you rolled your eyes, you’ll probably love this one too. If you had a bit of a toothache and/or acid reflux after the first, you’ll rot your teeth out with this one.
October 11, 2021
Magnifico🌶🔥
I really enjoyed this one over Book 1! Shelby girl, do the thing!!!
Finally she sees herself like the guys. Her ex, Rob - is FINALLY gone! Out of the picture and she wakes up to truly realize this is NOT a dream! She’s happy. Her kids are safe, warm and loved!!!
Also her big modeling debut is alive and seems like it will be a BIG success. I am really excited now for book 3!
Also THANK YOU for the 🌶🌶🌶 in this one. I needed it and it did not disappoint. Hope we get more next time.
*Overall 5/5
*Heat? 4/5
*First person POV - all 5
*Insta-love story
*Fast Burn in this book
*HEA? Yes, but still continues on!
I really enjoyed this one over Book 1! Shelby girl, do the thing!!!
Finally she sees herself like the guys. Her ex, Rob - is FINALLY gone! Out of the picture and she wakes up to truly realize this is NOT a dream! She’s happy. Her kids are safe, warm and loved!!!
Also her big modeling debut is alive and seems like it will be a BIG success. I am really excited now for book 3!
Also THANK YOU for the 🌶🌶🌶 in this one. I needed it and it did not disappoint. Hope we get more next time.
*Overall 5/5
*Heat? 4/5
*First person POV - all 5
*Insta-love story
*Fast Burn in this book
*HEA? Yes, but still continues on!
January 9, 2022
Definitely over the top but still sweet and low on drama and it's honestly nice to have a contemporary RH story that just makes me smile. So yes it's too much and at times ridiculous but you know what ? That's what I like the most about it. It's an easy read, lighthearted and makes me happy. The guys are devoted to the heroine and that's all I need. I'll be waiting for the next book for that reason alone ;)
October 4, 2021
Representation: Side character coded as nonbinary
Overall: 3.75-stars
Safety Rating: Safe
Possible Triggers: Yes
Ending:
Overall: 3.75-stars
Safety Rating: Safe
Possible Triggers: Yes
Ending:
February 25, 2023
I’m gonna give this the benefit of the doubt but I’m in the 3.5⭐️ range.
There were a a lot of bits that were OTT and made me roll my eyes… but that was kinda the point, right?
My benefit of the doubt: the h having gained a spine and then some…. Bc she faced a lot of fears and plowed through them. And her kids being MVP’s.
There were a a lot of bits that were OTT and made me roll my eyes… but that was kinda the point, right?
My benefit of the doubt: the h having gained a spine and then some…. Bc she faced a lot of fears and plowed through them. And her kids being MVP’s.
November 23, 2022
Knocked Up by Sharan Daire is a reverse harem romance that I listened to on audio narrated by Vivienne Ferrari and Jack Calihan. This is the second book in the My Over The Top Possessive Alpha Harem series.
This is the second book of Sharan's that I have read, and it won't be my last. I really enjoyed the relationship between Shelby, Kaleb, Derek, Chris, and Everett. I liked that we got all of their points of views throughout the book.
I can't wait for the next book in the series Four Men and a Baby to be released on audio so I can get more of their story.
Vivienne and Jack did a great job on the narration. I look forward to listening to more of their work in the future.
I would recommend this book if you like instant connection romances, reverse harem romances, or contemporary romances.
The Flock Team
This is the second book of Sharan's that I have read, and it won't be my last. I really enjoyed the relationship between Shelby, Kaleb, Derek, Chris, and Everett. I liked that we got all of their points of views throughout the book.
I can't wait for the next book in the series Four Men and a Baby to be released on audio so I can get more of their story.
Vivienne and Jack did a great job on the narration. I look forward to listening to more of their work in the future.
I would recommend this book if you like instant connection romances, reverse harem romances, or contemporary romances.
The Flock Team
July 10, 2021
sweet story
July 15, 2021
Loved it!
I was so excited when the second book was announced. I loved every minute of this book. I didn't want it to end. I hope this isn't the last we hear from these characters.
I was so excited when the second book was announced. I loved every minute of this book. I didn't want it to end. I hope this isn't the last we hear from these characters.
July 21, 2021
Loved It!
So much chemistry, so much love. Just like the first book, this book was so enjoyable and the steam is uggh so good.
4/5 ⭐️
3.5/5 🌶
So much chemistry, so much love. Just like the first book, this book was so enjoyable and the steam is uggh so good.
4/5 ⭐️
3.5/5 🌶
August 2, 2021
This was so freaking god omg! I am so overwhelmingly happy with that ending and CANNOT WAIT FOR THE NEXT BOOK!
If you've read Their Vampire Queen series omg I shit bricks when there was a crossover 😭😭😭😭 I cannot express how much I love this author, she is one of my all time favourites. I don't know how she writes the characters so well but she does. I need more Shelby and gang🤤
If you've read Their Vampire Queen series omg I shit bricks when there was a crossover 😭😭😭😭 I cannot express how much I love this author, she is one of my all time favourites. I don't know how she writes the characters so well but she does. I need more Shelby and gang🤤
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September 8, 2022
Another excellent RH in this trilogy!
August 4, 2021
Sweet and Hot RH
This is the second book in the series and follows on seamlessly from the first book. If you don’t read the first book, Broke Down, before this book it won’t make any sense.
When the guys, Shelby and kids return to the Lodge, they return to a more settled and happier family situation. They move into the new home that Chris built for them before he even knew Shelby existed. Shelby settles into doing modelling work for Chris and we begin to understand during this book where her insecurities about her appearance stem from. We also find out a bit more about her life before meeting the guys.
One of the things I like about this book is that Shelby finds a way to help Chris feel more like part of the group, rather than just an outsider looking in. It’s not just her doing the work, but all the rest of the guys too. They’ve been trying for years but Chris seems to hear what Shelby is saying more clearly than them.
Fairly early on in this book Shelby works out that she could be pregnant, hence the title of this book. As this is very much a sweet RH, everyone is pretty happy about the situation.
There are also plenty of hot and steamy scenes between Shelby and her guys, in various combinations. I really like that it’s not all of them having sex together all of the time, but that they take all things in turns, like who puts the kids to bed, or plays with them, or who sleeps next to Shelby, or who gets to have sex. It’s all arranged organically but they all take care of each other so they all have equal times.
This follow up book, feels like a fairy tale ending, even if there are a few bumps in the road to get there. It’s a sweet and hot book and if you are feeling down these two books will undoubtedly distract you and cheer you up.
This is the second book in the series and follows on seamlessly from the first book. If you don’t read the first book, Broke Down, before this book it won’t make any sense.
When the guys, Shelby and kids return to the Lodge, they return to a more settled and happier family situation. They move into the new home that Chris built for them before he even knew Shelby existed. Shelby settles into doing modelling work for Chris and we begin to understand during this book where her insecurities about her appearance stem from. We also find out a bit more about her life before meeting the guys.
One of the things I like about this book is that Shelby finds a way to help Chris feel more like part of the group, rather than just an outsider looking in. It’s not just her doing the work, but all the rest of the guys too. They’ve been trying for years but Chris seems to hear what Shelby is saying more clearly than them.
Fairly early on in this book Shelby works out that she could be pregnant, hence the title of this book. As this is very much a sweet RH, everyone is pretty happy about the situation.
There are also plenty of hot and steamy scenes between Shelby and her guys, in various combinations. I really like that it’s not all of them having sex together all of the time, but that they take all things in turns, like who puts the kids to bed, or plays with them, or who sleeps next to Shelby, or who gets to have sex. It’s all arranged organically but they all take care of each other so they all have equal times.
This follow up book, feels like a fairy tale ending, even if there are a few bumps in the road to get there. It’s a sweet and hot book and if you are feeling down these two books will undoubtedly distract you and cheer you up.
March 25, 2025
It took me a long time to get through, and by the end I was doing a lot of skimming, just dying to clear it off my currently reading shelf but too far in to DNF. I should have just let myself DNF but what's done is done.
I had to pretend this was someone's fever dream, perhaps an alternate dimension, perhaps a tale existing outside of time and space to accept that Chris likes sewing, creates a private, unknown, unreleased fashion line, has a single model (Shelby), and is able to secure a spot in New York Fashion Week because his designs are just *that* good and Shelby is just *that* alluring. Petty, but I almost DNF immediately because of this absolutely insane situation.
Can someone explain to me how literally the most insecure woman to have ever been dreamed up in a book is destined to be the #1 model in the entire world when she has absolutely no confidence?
At one point, Shelby thinks, "No. I pushed the doubt monster away." She absolutely did not in any way push the doubt monster away. She also says, "I'm finally doing a job that I really like." Shelby, where is the evidence that you in any way like this job?
Oh, and did y'all know Shelby used to be poor? Very, very poor? Extremely poor? I don't think there's a single page in Shelby's POV chapters that doesn't mention this. It's probably mentioned in every single chapter that's not from her POV either. One of their internal dialogues even refers to her as a "lowly waitress" at one point.
Despite there being another pregnant character in this book, the sister of the twins, none of the men in this book seem to have heard of a pregnant woman before, and they literally act like Shelby is as delicate as a tiny kitten, barely letting her do anything, not even knowing if pregnant people can have sex or take baths. And why did we get SO much information and involvement with the pregnant sister? Honestly I don't know what all that was for except to absolutely enrage and terrify all of the men that pregnancy can be tough/uncomfortable etc.
This entire book was just Shelby freakout, Chris freakout, Shelby freakout, Chris freakout, the other guys may suddenly be in a scene even though they weren't mentioned before, then another Shelby freakout, Chris freakout, rinse and repeat. Each and every character makes wild assumption after wild assumption and the men damn near turn into walking, talking storm clouds if perfect Shelby is having any emotion but glee or horniness.
These men have known Shelby what, two weeks? A month? And these twins are prepared to cut their mother out of their life because Shelby thinks the mom glanced at her wrong. Shelby, of course, finds this very comforting and reassuring that they're willing to not have their mom in their lives anymore. Also, I know this was instalove but there's something quite sinister and jarring about letting your kids call men you've known for an INCREDIBLY short amount of time daddy.
We get Everett's backstory of poverty a bit in this book, and it turns out Chris has been helping and funding his friends' lives since Chris himself was six or seven years old (???) with his allowance and selling a watch (???) Again, where is the logic?
Almost every single scene in this book that has all five of the adults is like the "and my axe" scene from Lord of the Rings. The author constantly reminds us what each guy is good for in a very two-dimensional way. "And my money." "And my paternal instincts." "And my lawyer capabilities." "And my protectiveness." Ugh. I really should have DNFd this book.
Also Chris's wedding ring from Shelby has their "Four Blakeley Brothers" company logo on it? What the hell?
Anyways, if you like books where the FMC has no personality beyond insecurity and the MMCs have no personality beyond overprotectiveness, then this one is for you.
I had to pretend this was someone's fever dream, perhaps an alternate dimension, perhaps a tale existing outside of time and space to accept that Chris likes sewing, creates a private, unknown, unreleased fashion line, has a single model (Shelby), and is able to secure a spot in New York Fashion Week because his designs are just *that* good and Shelby is just *that* alluring. Petty, but I almost DNF immediately because of this absolutely insane situation.
Can someone explain to me how literally the most insecure woman to have ever been dreamed up in a book is destined to be the #1 model in the entire world when she has absolutely no confidence?
At one point, Shelby thinks, "No. I pushed the doubt monster away." She absolutely did not in any way push the doubt monster away. She also says, "I'm finally doing a job that I really like." Shelby, where is the evidence that you in any way like this job?
Oh, and did y'all know Shelby used to be poor? Very, very poor? Extremely poor? I don't think there's a single page in Shelby's POV chapters that doesn't mention this. It's probably mentioned in every single chapter that's not from her POV either. One of their internal dialogues even refers to her as a "lowly waitress" at one point.
Despite there being another pregnant character in this book, the sister of the twins, none of the men in this book seem to have heard of a pregnant woman before, and they literally act like Shelby is as delicate as a tiny kitten, barely letting her do anything, not even knowing if pregnant people can have sex or take baths. And why did we get SO much information and involvement with the pregnant sister? Honestly I don't know what all that was for except to absolutely enrage and terrify all of the men that pregnancy can be tough/uncomfortable etc.
This entire book was just Shelby freakout, Chris freakout, Shelby freakout, Chris freakout, the other guys may suddenly be in a scene even though they weren't mentioned before, then another Shelby freakout, Chris freakout, rinse and repeat. Each and every character makes wild assumption after wild assumption and the men damn near turn into walking, talking storm clouds if perfect Shelby is having any emotion but glee or horniness.
These men have known Shelby what, two weeks? A month? And these twins are prepared to cut their mother out of their life because Shelby thinks the mom glanced at her wrong. Shelby, of course, finds this very comforting and reassuring that they're willing to not have their mom in their lives anymore. Also, I know this was instalove but there's something quite sinister and jarring about letting your kids call men you've known for an INCREDIBLY short amount of time daddy.
We get Everett's backstory of poverty a bit in this book, and it turns out Chris has been helping and funding his friends' lives since Chris himself was six or seven years old (???) with his allowance and selling a watch (???) Again, where is the logic?
Almost every single scene in this book that has all five of the adults is like the "and my axe" scene from Lord of the Rings. The author constantly reminds us what each guy is good for in a very two-dimensional way. "And my money." "And my paternal instincts." "And my lawyer capabilities." "And my protectiveness." Ugh. I really should have DNFd this book.
Also Chris's wedding ring from Shelby has their "Four Blakeley Brothers" company logo on it? What the hell?
Anyways, if you like books where the FMC has no personality beyond insecurity and the MMCs have no personality beyond overprotectiveness, then this one is for you.
September 17, 2021
Good read
Ok I liked this book but it irritated the hell out of me. Not because of the storyline or the characters but because in part of the storyline it seemed like the author forgot how to write the scene for one of its characters… mixing up the character with its unborn siblings kinda like a wired, ohh I’ll just write that ONE character as a THEM instead of HIM. I was confused briefly thinking I must have forgotten a character that was a brother??? But nope that was not the case. It was just bad writing. It was only a small part of the book and I almost didn’t want to finish reading it but all the other characters were written as it should read. And I’m glad I did, it got better and then flowed smoothly after that. I will continue on to the next book when it finally comes out. 4 out of 5 stars due to the irritation
Ok I liked this book but it irritated the hell out of me. Not because of the storyline or the characters but because in part of the storyline it seemed like the author forgot how to write the scene for one of its characters… mixing up the character with its unborn siblings kinda like a wired, ohh I’ll just write that ONE character as a THEM instead of HIM. I was confused briefly thinking I must have forgotten a character that was a brother??? But nope that was not the case. It was just bad writing. It was only a small part of the book and I almost didn’t want to finish reading it but all the other characters were written as it should read. And I’m glad I did, it got better and then flowed smoothly after that. I will continue on to the next book when it finally comes out. 4 out of 5 stars due to the irritation
January 4, 2022
I really don't want their story to end! Like I want to know what happens next. I need more lol! I love these characters so much. The writing style is perfection and I can't wait to read more from this fantastic author. The guys in this series are srsly every woman's dream. I couldn't get enough of them, especially Chris!!! I thought I loved him in the first book, but this one I fell even further in love with him. I loved seeing how much Shelby grows as well between book one and two of this series. So much amazingness!!!!
July 17, 2022
3.5 ⭐
This was definitely over the top sweetness for me or I would have rated higher. Don't get me wrong I do love an attentive and sweet harem but damn, everything was too smooth and too perfect that it was just unrealistic and it made things a little boring? My biggest gripe was that Everett and Kaleb were massively sidelined and I hate when RH books do this. I like equal attention on each man but this was mainly focused on Chris and then Derek a close second.
This was definitely over the top sweetness for me or I would have rated higher. Don't get me wrong I do love an attentive and sweet harem but damn, everything was too smooth and too perfect that it was just unrealistic and it made things a little boring? My biggest gripe was that Everett and Kaleb were massively sidelined and I hate when RH books do this. I like equal attention on each man but this was mainly focused on Chris and then Derek a close second.
December 10, 2024
Much like book one of this series this book was a sweet why choose. Each of the four men love Shelby and she them. I appreciated the low angst plot and no 3rd act breakup. My only wish was to get more depth of each male character. I felt like we just scratched the surface. I still adored the book & would recommend it.
March 29, 2023
When I saw that this was a pen name for Joely Sue Burkhart, I knew I had to immediately read it. Plus, it was a single mom romance which I’m loving now. This trilogy gets a 4-star review from me which I will explain why now.
I loved the single mom aspect of this series and loved how the guy’s rescued Shelby and her kids from rock bottom. It was romantic and sweet and brought butterflies to my stomach. The guys were all swoon worthy, and each had qualities that I liked.
Now this is a RH romance, but it did not really feel like it. While Shelby had four guys, I only felt a real connection between her and only one of the guy’s Chris. The other guys just happened to be there, to make sure Chris did not hurt Shelby as he was a war vet with PTSD. Her and Chris had lots of alone time and their relationship had depth that the others were lacking.
Now the single mom aspect. It was good but I found it odd that only two of the guys truly accepted the kids. Chris and Ev just seemed to tolerate them because they came with Shelby. It was just strange to me, and I feel like if they truly loved her, they would love her children and express it to them. Sure, the children did not go without, but I just think that all four could have been dads to the children than just two of them. I mean when Shelby gets pregnant, which is not a spoiler as it is in the title, they all agree to be the dad and have the child call them dad but for the other two they had to choose only one person to call dad. I just find it strange and I kind of felt bad for the children.
I am glad that I picked up this trilogy because I got to experience the beautiful words of Sharan Daire. She writes words from the soul, and they just hit you right in the heart. They make you believe that love truly exists. Honestly, the beautiful words of Sharan Daire saved this book to me as the romance between the characters fell flat.
I loved the single mom aspect of this series and loved how the guy’s rescued Shelby and her kids from rock bottom. It was romantic and sweet and brought butterflies to my stomach. The guys were all swoon worthy, and each had qualities that I liked.
Now this is a RH romance, but it did not really feel like it. While Shelby had four guys, I only felt a real connection between her and only one of the guy’s Chris. The other guys just happened to be there, to make sure Chris did not hurt Shelby as he was a war vet with PTSD. Her and Chris had lots of alone time and their relationship had depth that the others were lacking.
Now the single mom aspect. It was good but I found it odd that only two of the guys truly accepted the kids. Chris and Ev just seemed to tolerate them because they came with Shelby. It was just strange to me, and I feel like if they truly loved her, they would love her children and express it to them. Sure, the children did not go without, but I just think that all four could have been dads to the children than just two of them. I mean when Shelby gets pregnant, which is not a spoiler as it is in the title, they all agree to be the dad and have the child call them dad but for the other two they had to choose only one person to call dad. I just find it strange and I kind of felt bad for the children.
I am glad that I picked up this trilogy because I got to experience the beautiful words of Sharan Daire. She writes words from the soul, and they just hit you right in the heart. They make you believe that love truly exists. Honestly, the beautiful words of Sharan Daire saved this book to me as the romance between the characters fell flat.
June 1, 2022
First I would like to make it clear that I absolutely loved this book.
Now for a small pet peeve that I had during this book. And why it didn't get five stars.
Which by the way if not for this slight faux pas it would have gotten five stars. But it was such a big pet peeve that I had to bring attention to it.
In the story The sister, angela, has a daughter named Taylen. It is made clear from the very beginning that this is a daughter. A female. Several times they say she. However, sometimes during the middle of the book they start referring to Taylen , they. Them. Their.
Now as we all know in this day and age that usually means a transgender identity. However, nowhere in this book did it ever at any time say that this is what they identified as.
So to see the sudden you start happening during the book with a massive pet peeve. In the very beginning they referred to taylen as she. And then suddenly they start saying they, then, their.
No I have absolutely no problem with individuals is that identify in this manner. However, a little bit of explanation would have been appreciated.
I for one am so confused. If she's clearly a doctor. That would mean she's a girl. Correct? So when did she change from being she, to they? Them? Their?
So that is why I knocked off one star. The rest of it was great. Especially how they dealt with the ex-husband. I thought it was going to be a little bit more bloodier but that's okay. I would have knocked the guy in the eye at least.
I cannot wait for the next book. Would be interesting to see how Chris handles being a dad. To his own baby lol. Having established children is easy. But having a baby, man that boys stressful they're going to go through the roof lol.
Now for a small pet peeve that I had during this book. And why it didn't get five stars.
Which by the way if not for this slight faux pas it would have gotten five stars. But it was such a big pet peeve that I had to bring attention to it.
In the story The sister, angela, has a daughter named Taylen. It is made clear from the very beginning that this is a daughter. A female. Several times they say she. However, sometimes during the middle of the book they start referring to Taylen , they. Them. Their.
Now as we all know in this day and age that usually means a transgender identity. However, nowhere in this book did it ever at any time say that this is what they identified as.
So to see the sudden you start happening during the book with a massive pet peeve. In the very beginning they referred to taylen as she. And then suddenly they start saying they, then, their.
No I have absolutely no problem with individuals is that identify in this manner. However, a little bit of explanation would have been appreciated.
I for one am so confused. If she's clearly a doctor. That would mean she's a girl. Correct? So when did she change from being she, to they? Them? Their?
So that is why I knocked off one star. The rest of it was great. Especially how they dealt with the ex-husband. I thought it was going to be a little bit more bloodier but that's okay. I would have knocked the guy in the eye at least.
I cannot wait for the next book. Would be interesting to see how Chris handles being a dad. To his own baby lol. Having established children is easy. But having a baby, man that boys stressful they're going to go through the roof lol.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 20, 2025
I am once again bothered by the lack of balance between the men. The book was basically about Chris. He completely ruined the dynamic of this RH. Not only did he hog Shelby but he was too controlling in demanding what other guys could do even in bed.
I hated how Shelby thought so highly of him. She complimented him on the smallest things he did. Even when all the men were by her side supporting her when her ex showed up, she only went to Chris to show her appreciation. She literally jumped on him and said how much she loved him. Yet she didn't do the same for the others; not to Everett who was literally standing right by her after doing all the law work and definitely not to the twins who stayed with her children protecting them.
I also hated how she rationalized that it was okay for Chris to get to be by her side just simply because he was the father of her baby. This is not how a RH works. There was extreme favoritism here and it's sad that she showed it towards the rich guy.
I was pissed at how sidelined the other guys were especially Kaleb. This was the second time he mentioned how he felt insecure that he couldn't give Shelby much yet it was never brought up nor did she care enough to even noticed it. Other than Derek, the other guys are basically an afterthought for her.
I hated how Shelby thought so highly of him. She complimented him on the smallest things he did. Even when all the men were by her side supporting her when her ex showed up, she only went to Chris to show her appreciation. She literally jumped on him and said how much she loved him. Yet she didn't do the same for the others; not to Everett who was literally standing right by her after doing all the law work and definitely not to the twins who stayed with her children protecting them.
I also hated how she rationalized that it was okay for Chris to get to be by her side just simply because he was the father of her baby. This is not how a RH works. There was extreme favoritism here and it's sad that she showed it towards the rich guy.
I was pissed at how sidelined the other guys were especially Kaleb. This was the second time he mentioned how he felt insecure that he couldn't give Shelby much yet it was never brought up nor did she care enough to even noticed it. Other than Derek, the other guys are basically an afterthought for her.
July 18, 2021
OMG!!!! First, I did not know she wrote a second book!! When I did, I was so excited! So, we picked up from book 1 where Shelby drops the bomb on the guys that she might be pregnant. Well, later on that was confirmed.
I liked how Shelby starts to grow in her confidence due to help start Chris' fashion line Red Velvet Angel. Chris hires a professional photographer to help capture his vision starring Shelby as the model wearing his clothing. The photographer realizes that Shelby is special and what Chris designs is amazing on her, that he urges Chris and Shelby to take a chance and go to New York for fashion week. Shelby still had doubts about herself, but with the help of her males, she grows in confidence, self-esteem, and love.
Her awful ex-husband makes some problems, but her males fix that problem real fast. This book was a sweet and light read. With a cute and warm-hearted ending for all. I enjoyed all the characters and their personalities.
Males in the Harem: Chris (Marine, billionaire, and fashion designer. He is also possessive and obsessive when it comes to Shelby and her health), Derek (the sheriff, who is steadfast), Everett (the cutt-throat lawyer who is quiet and watchful), and Kaleb (the sweet and caring mechanic)
Sexiness: 3.5 out 5
This review is of my own opinion.
I liked how Shelby starts to grow in her confidence due to help start Chris' fashion line Red Velvet Angel. Chris hires a professional photographer to help capture his vision starring Shelby as the model wearing his clothing. The photographer realizes that Shelby is special and what Chris designs is amazing on her, that he urges Chris and Shelby to take a chance and go to New York for fashion week. Shelby still had doubts about herself, but with the help of her males, she grows in confidence, self-esteem, and love.
Her awful ex-husband makes some problems, but her males fix that problem real fast. This book was a sweet and light read. With a cute and warm-hearted ending for all. I enjoyed all the characters and their personalities.
Males in the Harem: Chris (Marine, billionaire, and fashion designer. He is also possessive and obsessive when it comes to Shelby and her health), Derek (the sheriff, who is steadfast), Everett (the cutt-throat lawyer who is quiet and watchful), and Kaleb (the sweet and caring mechanic)
Sexiness: 3.5 out 5
This review is of my own opinion.
October 27, 2021
I grabbed this book as soon as I finished the first and it did not disappoint.
Daire did a great job not just giving us a fun romp with the main characters but also giving ALL THE FEELS with soft side scenes and characters.
As a genderfae reader, I was so happy to see that the twin's nibling, Taylen, is nonbinary and their gender is written in very matter-of-fact and never confused or questioned among the other characters. Thank you.
As someone who struggled monetarily growing up...when Liam brings out that book flyer shyly, my heart BROKE. I was crying as I read how Shelby was checking her bank account and then when Liam said not to worry about it - worried his mom was crying because they, again, couldn't afford the books. Oh my heart. I sobbed. Reading Shelby tell her kids to get whatever books they wanted...well that right there was the Cinderella moment for me - more than the mansion, the dresses, etc. Thank you.
Some might point out how unrealistic and what not these books are. My response, thats the point. Its a fantasy. A modern fairy tale. Its fun. Relax and enjoy the ride.
Daire did a great job not just giving us a fun romp with the main characters but also giving ALL THE FEELS with soft side scenes and characters.
As a genderfae reader, I was so happy to see that the twin's nibling, Taylen, is nonbinary and their gender is written in very matter-of-fact and never confused or questioned among the other characters. Thank you.
As someone who struggled monetarily growing up...when Liam brings out that book flyer shyly, my heart BROKE. I was crying as I read how Shelby was checking her bank account and then when Liam said not to worry about it - worried his mom was crying because they, again, couldn't afford the books. Oh my heart. I sobbed. Reading Shelby tell her kids to get whatever books they wanted...well that right there was the Cinderella moment for me - more than the mansion, the dresses, etc. Thank you.
Some might point out how unrealistic and what not these books are. My response, thats the point. Its a fantasy. A modern fairy tale. Its fun. Relax and enjoy the ride.
December 17, 2022
better than the first
This picks right up where the standalone left off. It's was really neat for her to make another book because reads asked for more of Shelby's story. I don't really know football or care for it but all the football puns? I found adorable. And I just adore her men. This book made me love Chris who I wasn't a fan of at all in the last book. The scene with her ex-husband? Absolutely freaking gold!!! For a man who was terrified of loving/ touching someone. Who disliked children in the first book. He did the best 180 ever. And the ending was just so adorable. I kind of wish we get another book with Shelby while she’s further in a pregnancy and delivery and maybe after a little bit because of the guys.. Especially Chris. A very enjoyable read. I find it a lot better than the first book which doesn’t usually happen.
This picks right up where the standalone left off. It's was really neat for her to make another book because reads asked for more of Shelby's story. I don't really know football or care for it but all the football puns? I found adorable. And I just adore her men. This book made me love Chris who I wasn't a fan of at all in the last book. The scene with her ex-husband? Absolutely freaking gold!!! For a man who was terrified of loving/ touching someone. Who disliked children in the first book. He did the best 180 ever. And the ending was just so adorable. I kind of wish we get another book with Shelby while she’s further in a pregnancy and delivery and maybe after a little bit because of the guys.. Especially Chris. A very enjoyable read. I find it a lot better than the first book which doesn’t usually happen.
July 26, 2021
My Review: I am so glad I was able to pick this book immediately after the previous book, I absolutely fell in love with Shelby, the kids, Chris, Everett, Derek & Kaleb. I really am enjoying the dynamics of their relationship and the way they all work together to achieve lofty goals. I enjoyed the confidence Shelby gained in this story and watching her learn to lean on others for help. This felt like a shorter book than the previous book and that was a bit of a tease, I want so much more of them! As an added bonus, I also found out that Daire is the pen name for one of my favorite fantasy romance authors, Joely Sue Burkhart (Check out the Shanhasson series by her if you enjoy reverse harem and want something a little more fantasy)!
August 19, 2021
I thoroughly enjoyed this warm and fuzzy hug - cough - extended epilogue for Shelby. It's still a super sweet, almost instant love, contemporary reverse harem romance. This time, I got to see more of the effects of her relationship, the extended families, the modeling, and the fashion line. More adventures and just a dash of drama round out the mushy love stuff.
Le sigh. Le swoon... C'est une conte de fee contemporain, et j'aime ca! Or in English, "Sigh. Swoon... This is a contemporary fairy tale and I like it!" :)
I especially liked the nods to a couple of romantic-fairy tale movies.
Only a couple of typos!
Le sigh. Le swoon... C'est une conte de fee contemporain, et j'aime ca! Or in English, "Sigh. Swoon... This is a contemporary fairy tale and I like it!" :)
I especially liked the nods to a couple of romantic-fairy tale movies.
Only a couple of typos!
January 29, 2022
DNF 64%
I’m going to start off by saying that this isn’t a bad book by any means. The writing is good and the characters are great! I just have problems with the pacing. I feel like barely anything has happened in the pages I’ve read so far and that the story isn’t getting anywhere. It’s a bunch of fluffy romance plot (which I like) but there’s really no conflict. The story feels aimless. Knowing that there is a whole other book after this one, I just couldn’t continue anymore. This book, and I’m sure the next one as well, just feel like a giant epilogue to the first book which I don’t need.
I’m going to start off by saying that this isn’t a bad book by any means. The writing is good and the characters are great! I just have problems with the pacing. I feel like barely anything has happened in the pages I’ve read so far and that the story isn’t getting anywhere. It’s a bunch of fluffy romance plot (which I like) but there’s really no conflict. The story feels aimless. Knowing that there is a whole other book after this one, I just couldn’t continue anymore. This book, and I’m sure the next one as well, just feel like a giant epilogue to the first book which I don’t need.
November 28, 2022
This is the second book in My Over the Top Possessive Alpha Harem Series, a RH Romance. The story continues where the first book left off. I liked to follow Shelby and her men Derek, Caleb, Everett, and Chris in this second installment. Shelby still is insecure, but her men are caring, very supportive, and protective. Her kids are cute, and smart. The storyline is original and interesting. Looking forward to listening to Four Men and a Baby, the next book in the series, to know what happens next. Vivienne Ferrari and Jack Calihan did an excellent job with the narration. If you like sweet RH Romance, this one definitely is for you. I enjoyed it. #TheFlock
July 12, 2021
My heart is so happy!
Thank you soooo much for giving us more of Shelby and her men! This book was everything I would've image it would be. I hope more women in struggling or unhappy situations could read shelbys story and draw strength and hope that they'll find a way back to happiness too! You are incredibly talented in telling the story while giving the reader the experience of actually feeling what emotions are being expressed as easily as being in that moment. I can't wait to read what you wrote next!! Under any pen name, I just need MORE! <3
Thank you soooo much for giving us more of Shelby and her men! This book was everything I would've image it would be. I hope more women in struggling or unhappy situations could read shelbys story and draw strength and hope that they'll find a way back to happiness too! You are incredibly talented in telling the story while giving the reader the experience of actually feeling what emotions are being expressed as easily as being in that moment. I can't wait to read what you wrote next!! Under any pen name, I just need MORE! <3
August 1, 2021
2.75 stars
I was happy to see that there was another book in this series since I didn’t like where the last book left off. It turned out really great, but again I felt the epilogue left out too much!!!! Did she have twins? Was it a boy or girl? This could have easily been a 4-5 star book if the author gave a bit more. It was so good, then bam wedding done. It would have been perfect if we could have had a second epilogue with the birth of the baby. I wanted to see how Chris would react with him/her.
I was happy to see that there was another book in this series since I didn’t like where the last book left off. It turned out really great, but again I felt the epilogue left out too much!!!! Did she have twins? Was it a boy or girl? This could have easily been a 4-5 star book if the author gave a bit more. It was so good, then bam wedding done. It would have been perfect if we could have had a second epilogue with the birth of the baby. I wanted to see how Chris would react with him/her.
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