Hi! I’m Ali Parker, a USA Today bestselling author who has been writing contemporary and new adult romance for over a decade, creating heartfelt, swoony stories that give readers a place to escape and feel a little lighter. Every book I write starts with a simple “what if” and is crafted the old-school way; with imagination, long nights, too much coffee, and a deep love for storytelling (no AI here, just heart and a dedicated human team I treasure like family).
I left my career as a CPA to follow that calling, inspired by the power one great story can have to bring hope and joy. These days, I live in Tennessee with my husband (my real-life book boyfriend), our family, and my sweet grandbabies who make life even sweeter. When I’m not writing, I’m dreaming up new stories, crafting A LOT, and soaking up every moment with the people I love most. Oh, and drinking way too much coffee. Don’t judge.
Welcome to my stories, your escape, your adventure, and maybe even your next favorite love story.
You've gotta love the Bancroft Brothers!! Six brothers that look so much alike but so different in personalities, except for their love of their mother and family. James is the youngest and now only single brother. He is still living at home with the majority of the responsibility of taking care of their mother, Kathy. After a fall, James makes arrangements for some help with a nurse to come to the estate. What he didn't expect was the beautiful firecracker that knocked in his door. Rory loves her job and her patients and has never blurred the lines between professional and personal. Until she meets James and the sinful things that flood her mind. As she gets to know Kathy and James she starts to feel at home in the big mansion. Things are going great even with the secret hook ups with James, then the big Sunday dinner with the whole family. That is until Rory let's a secret slip that she didn't know was a secret. Chaos erupts, tension is thick and Rory can't get away fast enough. But if you think the story stops there...not happening on Ali Parker's watch!!! Not only do we get an unexpected twist, we get a battle between brothers that makes the wives unhappy, and their mother scolding them like teenagers, lies that make them rethink their lives and a whole new possible addition to this series!!! With everything up in the air, what happens with James and Rory??? I highly recommend you get your copy, get comfy and enjoy watching James realize why falling in love changed his brothers. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book and happily purchased a copy for my favorites collection. In so looking forward for what's to come!!!
I have to start by saying that after Kathy was my favorite in the last book, I did not like her in this one at all. She kept secrets that weren't hers to tell, but even after the big secret was out of the back, she still kept other things hidden that didn't need to be hidden. It just didn't make any sense. With that out of the way, I loved seeing more of Jack. He really has shouldered taking care of his mom while his brothers were off living their lives even before they all got hitched and had kids. I'm glad he stood up for himself and his mom when he needed to and took matters into his own hands when he needed to. Rory was sweet but definitely has a habit of putting her foot in her mouth. As I noted in the series, these women seem to forgive their men very quickly and even go crawling back. After everything Jack and Kathy said to her, she let them off the hook easily.
On a side note, I wish the author did more research into what home health really is. As someone who has worked side by side with home health agencies for the majority of my career, I can promise you, no home health nurse is offering to run your errands and do chores while on the clock. Home health nurses also don't do any shifts. They go in, complete their medical checks and assessments and leave. Rory was a home health nurse, home health therapist, and caregiver all rolled into one with the title of a nurse. I get why it had to be written this way but I feel like a bit more research would have been nice.
I love the Bancroft Series and now James got his turn. Wow Ali has surpassed herself in writing this book. I was drawn into the story from page one and not let go until the end. Kathy (the matriarch) falls and doesnt seem to be herself. When James cant get in touch with any of his five brothers, he hires Rory, an in-home nurse. This story is full of intrigue and mystery as well as romance and of course lots of Bancrofts. This was #6 in a 6 book series but I'm thinking Ali just wrote characters in this book that will become more books in this series. I'm keeping my fingers crossed. You probably could read this as a standalone but it would be better if you read the books in the series in order then you know all the background references. Ali Parker has outdone herself in writing this book. Fantastic. I couldnt put it down, got mad when I would fall asleep.
Sooooo good!! The Bancroft brothers, wealthy and gorgeous! James is the youngest of the six brothers and the only one single. Being the youngest and still at home, he has become his mother's primary caregiver. When she becomes depressed and more frail and inactive, he becomes concerned and hires a homecare nurse. Enter Rory. Young but very experienced caring for the elderly, she seemingly rejuvenates Kathy and becomes quite close to close to her. Unfortunately that leads to Rory revealing a secret that Kathy had confided in her. Everything falls apart and Rory vows to get over James and move on. So much more of the story is the rest of the book. A really beautiful romance with lots of love making. Great story with wonderfully developed characters. I absolutely got lost in this book with some laughter and some tears. You gotta read it! See for yourself!
Rory, a home care nurse, is hired by James, the baby of the Bancroft brothers, to help care for his mother after she has a fall that caused some bumps and bruises. As the story progresses she decides to help ease the emotional burden, the other brothers are asked to help out, and a surprise confession could leave them all reeling from their shaken trust. Ali Parker has gifted the reader with an excellent romance read in Wicked Hot Love Affair. James got the answer to all his prayers even if he didn’t realize it at the time and Roy finally found the bigger family she always hoped for.
I received a free copy of the book from the author. I had the opportunity to review or not.
Ali Parker has given us another brilliant read and the last single Bancroft brother James finally gets his book. When his mother has yet another fall James hires a nurse to help out. He was surprised when Rory arrived at the door and the chemistry between them is off the charts. Rory knows that she should keep her feelings to herself and has never crossed the line before but she can't stay away from James. They are brilliant together but when she let's out a secret that she didn't know was a secret all hell breaks loose. With so much family drama feelings get hurt but will they forgive each other. A must read full of so much emotion and drama but will they get their HEA. Absolutely loved the ending. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
I really like this series of James, the youngest of the Bancroft brothers. I like the humor, drama and secret of the family. I like how the secret unfolds and how the brothers discussed how they will face it. Unfortunately, it turned to James and Mason's physical fighting. It turned out peaceful when James decided to use his own money to help one of the three half brothers. Finally the other 5 brothers decided to share the inheritance to their half brothers. James and Rory got back together and will get married and happy ending pregnant with James baby.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Out of the all of the brothers so far James is by far my favorite. Is fun, loving and above all selfless when it comes to putting those he loves and cares about the most. When he met Rory he definitely met his match, they nearly instantly clicked. They definitely had their ups and downs for sure but their love for each other won. I am hoping the half brothers get their stories as well. Ali you definitely wrote an amazing book when you wrote this one. Love love love it!
James and Rory are off to a rocky start after she reveals news at the dinner table that was supposed to be a secret causing a rift between him and his mother. When his mother falls ill, one of his stepbrothers comes having James questioning his motives as to the timing of his arrival that leads to even more secrets revealed. This story will keep you caught up in the drama to see how James will resolve the family secrets! I voluntarily agreed to receive an ARC of this book for an honest review.
Bancroft matriarch Kathy falls in the kitchen and is really sore. Youngest son James lives with Kathy and feels he needs a nurse to look after Kathy. In comes Rory the home health nurse. James and Rory clash a little in the beginning until he learns that Rory really knows her stuff and mom loves her. Much drama with secret brothers appearances. Another wonderful book in this series.
Oh my goodness I absolutely loved James and Rory story!! They had such a instant connection!! She was there to be his mother nurse and they fell in love and oh their relationship will just warm your heart!! If all the Bancroft brother I think James is my favorite!! I would recommend this book to everyone!
Ali has done it again. I've loved each of the Bancroft brothers. Its hard to choose a favorite, I hope this isn't the end for the Bancroft family. This is a must read. I couldn't put it down . Rory like the rest of the girlfriends and wives kept James in check. I need a reunion book for them all. This can't be the end
Ali Parker has once again hit it out of the park. I have read every Bancroft Billionaire Brothers Novel and let me tell you if you haven't yet you need to. Hot men, different scenarios, every one of the a great read. James's story has leaked an interest to 3 new possibilities.
Absolutely loved this book. Have loved this series. Absolutely loved James and Rory. They were just perfect together. So happy that she became the love of his life. So sad for it to come to an end but would love another book maybe about Kathy? Maybe learn more about Thomas, Oliver and Jenson and also get to know if Rory and James had a Son or Daughter.
James and Rory... He is such a responsible gentleman and this love story is so sweet the fact that they care about people who are older than them and want to spend time with them. I was shocked crying and amazed by this story. Now I'm wondering what's going to happen to Kathy and the three boys from the other side of the blanket Thomas, Oliver and Jensen.
I enjoyed James book, but I really felt for his mom and family after finding out what his father, Art had done. I really liked Rory, and felt for her when she etongfully receives the backlash from both James and his mother. Kathy. I enjoyed the epilogue for these 2, and cant wait for the next book.
This story has something for everyone. It has all the family drama along with family drama of illegitimate kids along with hot chemistry! What more could you ask for? So glad James got his happily ever after.
Love, love, love James and Rory’s story! It was fun and exciting! It was real! I feel like I need to re-read the entire series all over again because I’m sad it’s over!!
I loved this story, it was intriguing. The Bancroft family was able to love, laugh and fight. Through trials and tribulations they ultimately were able to show their true grit when family was concerned. A true love story.
I'm seriously at a loss for words. I think this book was my favorite. James is the ultimate best brother out if them all. The live he has for his Mom is beyond words. This story has all the feels and more. This is a must read for sure.
I enjoyed this whole series so far. I love how James is so much a sensitive guy yet is always standing up to his brothers in every book. This is James story and it has some twists I didn’t see coming.
I loved James' and Rory's story. It was a sweet (& fast) romance that revealed a lot more about Kathy (the Bancroft matriarch) & also more info on the older half sibling situation. I look forward to more!
I loved each book in this series and always wondered who's next. This is the last book and I must say, one of my favorite. Rory and James's story is so sweet it makes my teeth hurt, lol
The story's good but somebody needs grammar lessons. Maybe I'm just being picky but I don't like poor grammar unless it's intentional for the sake of a character.