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He’s always surrounded by gorgeous women.
Models.
Supermodels.

And one of his three important rules?
Never mix business with pleasure.

Nick is the best photographer in Hollywood.
He’s older, always in control, and oh-so-tempting.
Being in Vegas with Nick as his model did a number on me.
We ended up having way too much fun.
One kiss led to another, and the next thing I know?
I’ve got a ring on my finger and tears in my eyes.

But Nick is all business.
He doesn’t get emotionally involved.
That’s another one of his rules.
If he falls for me, he’d be breaking two of his three rules.

The third one is to never let me take control in bed.
That’s the only one I like.

But what if I end up pregnant?
Would that make him break the other two rules?
And if he doesn’t, then it’s my heart he’ll be breaking…

245 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 16, 2021

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866 reviews10 followers
July 20, 2021
Modeling True Love’s Possibility

Everyone needs guide rails or guidelines or simply rules to give structure and direction to life. Nick Knight, 42-year-old, tall, dark-haired and handsome, successful former model with silver-grey eyes that looked like liquid metal, was currently a highly sought-after professional photographer who knows that without rules, an undisciplined, negligent individual will become vulnerable to the distractions and malignant forces of life. So, he has chosen to live by 3 simple rules: 1. In relationships, don’t get emotionally involved—keep it only physical; 2. Always be the alpha in the bedroom—don’t yield control to a sexual partner; and most importantly, 3. Don’t mix business and pleasure—and, as a photographer of the world’s most beautiful women, this rule is paramount.

So, when cynical Nick, was hired at the last minute to be the photographer for the new Guess ad campaign, the job could not have come at a better moment. While he could always use the money—living the good life on the Malibu beach was not without expense—more important was the convenient imperative of physically leaving California for a few days. His ex, Margo York—never a “girlfriend,” but rather a convenient bedmate when desired—was doing her best to pressure Nick into marriage, luring him with her endless bank account. She was determined to upend Nick’s rules—all of them—so his acceptance of the Vegas shoot was a perfect escape from Margo’s grasping, controlling plans to lure him into matrimony.

So, taking the last-minute gig was a no-brainer. But, what suave, sophisticated, worldly Nick had not expected was to have his world, and its guiding rules, rocked by the most innocent, most beautiful, most inappropriate woman he had ever encountered. Tall, slim and ethereal with turquoise eyes and lush, blonde hair, the young 21-year-old model had been chosen to be the new face for Guess. Still a virtual unknown in the world of super models, the woman-child was obviously a gifted model whose career was climbing. So, this shoot could very well launch Savannah Marie into the stratosphere of the fashion world.

But Savannah is not just another aspiring model willing to offer anything—including her body—to achieve her goals. Savannah’s goal is to model only until she has saved enough money to achieve her real goals—to pay for college and veterinarian school, and eventually, to set up her own practice. So, while most models seek to extend their careers as long as possible, Savannah’s goal is to only work as long as it takes to earn the cost of her dreams. So, Savannah, supported by a close, loving family was realistic about the longevity of her modeling career. But, neither cynical Nick nor innocent Savannah expect sparks to fly when the older photographer and younger model first clash and then bond in ways that neither expected.

Kelly Meyer’s new series, Big Daddies of Los Angeles, follows a group of supportive individuals who bond as neighbors in the same LA apartment complex, Sunset Terrace. Hopefully, the gang comprised of a group of aspiring creative young professionals seeking careers as dancers, actresses, models, and surfers, all under the watchful eye of a former warrior who carries emotional wounds if not physical scars, will find love and happiness under the California sunshine. And with luck, some of the friends from author Myers Platinum Security series will continue to make appearances in the “small world” of LA, proof that true love is possible.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review and but enjoyed reading it so much that I purchased a copy through Kindle.
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3,824 reviews68 followers
July 16, 2021
Such a wonderful read. Nick and Savanah had a great connection and amazing chemistry. A really great story, with a bit of drama, intrigue, love, and one I definitely recommend.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
2,366 reviews12 followers
January 17, 2022
Big Daddies of Los Angeles Series books 1-4
1. Book 1: Daddy Rules: Nick and Savannah
4 stars
I received a free copy of the steamy older man/younger woman romance Daddy Rules: Big Daddies of Los Angeles Series: book 1: Nick and Savannah by Kelly Myers and this review was given freely.
Informative and steamy with some conflict and a happy ending.
The book starts out a little slow and newsy/informative, but it provides a good introduction to the complex and diverse 20 something residents of Southern California’s Sunset Terrance apartment complex as well as the doubts and growing pains in an “almost instant attraction” romance with a sudden marriage.
Twenty-one-year-old introverted virgin, rising supermodel, and veterinarian school hopeful Savannah Hart’s plans change when she sees past the façade of the relationship phobic, exacting, and often rude forty-two-year-old Las Vegas Guess campaign photographer Nick Knight.


2. Book 2: Daddy’s Temptation
5 stars
I received a free copy of the steamy older man/younger woman romance Daddy’s Temptation: Big Daddies of Los Angeles Series: book 2: Ryan and Hailey by Kelly Myers and this review was given freely.
Spanning about two weeks, this is a fast-paced and steamy story of coincidences with a few twists, a little danger, and a happy ending.
Twenty-two-year-old jazz singer Hailey Lane escapes her abusive Indiana home to launch her career in Los Angeles
where she finds herself instantly attracted to her Sunset Terrace apartment complex owner, troubled former military Night Stalker pilot Ryan Fox aka Foxy Flightboy, the estranged father of her new friend Isa.

3. Book 3: Daddy’s Fake Fiancée
4 stars
I received a free copy of the steamy older man/younger woman romance Daddy’s Fake Fiancé: Big Daddies of Los Angeles Series: book 3: Chaz and Taylor by Kelly Myers and this review was given freely.
A fast-paced instant attraction romance based on a bet and a business deal that features two work-status-focused characters who find happiness and fulfillment in each other. The story contains conflict, well-meaning interference, and a happy ending.
Twenty-Two-year-old Prima Ballerina hopeful Taylor Quinn feels her chances of joining a professional company slipping away until forty-two-year-old actor Charles “Chaz” Stone proposes a business arrangement as his fiancé to increase his media exposure and marketability.
4. Daddy’s Million Dollar Proposal
4 stars
I received a free copy of the steamy older man/younger woman romance Daddy’s Million Dollar Proposal: Big Daddies of Los Angeles Series: book 4: Devin and Morgan by Kelly Myers and this review was given freely.

At times unrealistic but sweet and steamy with brief updates on the Sunset Terrace family.
This is an instant attraction romance with an unfortunate first meeting between a couple with similar upbringings where family expectations lead to emotionally scarred real estate billionaire Devin Kincaid propositioning the financially struggling aspiring actress and devoted daughter Morgan O’Connell.
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500 reviews12 followers
October 10, 2021
3.5 stars.

Cute and much-needed brain candy after the handful of dark tales I just finished.

I couldn't give it high marks because of some basic editorial issues including bad grammar and paragraph construction which kept bothering my reading. (I hate anything that interrupts my speed reading!)

I will say that Kelly Myers definitely knows how to develop a character quickly. I found myself being able to see/feel both Nick's and Savannah's personalities take hold of me early on the storytelling process which would make it an excellent book.. except I keep feeling that something was missing. Something BIG missing. No, I didn't want to see more angst. It had the perfect balance. But in saying that, I still must confess that I practically guessed the last quarter of the book, you know, the part in which life no longer is beautiful and dreamy. When life returns to normal once again, and everyone's secrets are now exposed for the worse. Now all the real work happens to guarantee an HEA ending at all costs. And I also guessed the BIG SECRET, too. How could I not miss it?

As for world-building, I wish she had spent more time on more appropriate development and convince me about living in Malibu. First of all, finding property with a private beach is impossible. Also, Malibu is rocky rocky rocky, therefore finding sandy beaches is difficult to find. And when is two hundred thousand dollars a whopping inheritance?? It's a spit in the bucket! Raise it up to a few million, and that's more realistic. Considering the bills he had been running away from, I doubt that two hundred thousand would cover it. There were other places where my suspension of disbelief was shattered. If it happens once, that's bad, but three times minimum? Bad news.

Not to say I don't recommend reading this book. I do, but personally, I'm glad I did it on KU. I don't think I'd be rereading this book, hence the KU read-through. Personally, I think it would had been improved with additional subplot that made a difference. After all, I bet Savannah could be hiding secrets of her own.

Ratings (out of possible 5)
Character building: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
World building: 🌎 🌎
Relationship building: 💓 💓 💓
Romance: 💋 💋 💋
Heat/steam: 🔥 🔥 🔥
Drama: 👀 👀
Action: 🍿
Suspense:
Dark:
Triggers: Nothing noteworthy..
POV: Multiple (2)
Ending: HEA
Length: Approximately 245 pages
Recommend: Yes on KU.

Thank you, Liz K, a reviewer on Amazon!
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4,400 reviews33 followers
July 24, 2021
I received this book with the understanding that I could leave a voluntary and honest review.

In this book we meet Savannah Hart and Nick Knight. When this book open we find that both Savannah and Nick are called to work a photo shoot for a new campaign. Savannah has never worked with Nick in the past but has heard he is a no nonsense type of photographer. So when the two meet she isn't sure what to make of him. She does know she has not problem with his no party rules. See Savannah has always known that modeling was a means to an end. She has dreams of be a vet. So she has always kept her head down and worked hard. She also doesn't drink even often on her down time so when she has a particularly hard day with Nick and he invites her for dinner and they end up drinking she never planned what happened next. Nick has 3 fast hard rules he keeps to no matter what is happening in his life. So when his girlfriend gives him an ultimatum marry me or we are over he knows he is done with her. When the call comes in for this photo shoot he thinks it is a gift until he meets Savannah. She is the one woman he is thinking of breaking his rules for. Can these two get the HEA they are hoping for or will it just be a moment in their life?

Amazing story by this author. These characters will have you drawn to see what will happen next. I would highly recommend it to anyone and everyone.
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9,302 reviews70 followers
July 21, 2021
Nick is a photographer that is being pressured by his girlfriend to settle down. However what he doesn't do well with ultimatums and leaves her behind as he goes to Vegas for a photography job. Savannah is a new model and has just landed a job with Guess and is excited about it. When they meet sparks fly between them but they fight their attraction because Savannah isn't sure she even likes Nick. When Nick realizes that he is treating her badly he tries to make up for it. They end up going out for the evening and a game of truth or dare leads them into some life decisions that have them wondering about the next day. Nick marries Savannah for reasons he hasn't shared with her and once she finds out this could have her ending things between them. Will Savannah give him a chance to explain? Can they get their happy ending?

This is a great story that will captivate you from beginning to end. This is a well written and very entertaining story. I would recommend this book to any book lover.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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1,033 reviews4 followers
July 16, 2021
This book brings us Nick and Savannah. Nick is one of Savannah's father's best friends, although they haven't seen each other for some time. Nick was there when Savannah was born, so he knows her pretty well. He has fantasized about her before, which is why he has stayed away. One night, Savannah shows up at his cabin knowing that he will protect her. Savannah's father has a terrible drinking problem, and has been physical with her and she's had enough. Nick is horrified to learn of this and vows to protect her. However, Savannah wants more than protection. She has been in love with Nick for some time, and has to convince her that she knows what she is doing. This was a great read and I HIGHLY recommend it. I did receive an arc for an honest review.
3,553 reviews52 followers
July 17, 2021
Savannah is an up and coming model and has to work with hotshot photographer Nicholas. Nicholas has rules that he never breaks with his models until he meets Savannah. Somehow during their time in Vegas, they end up getting married. As they try to work out this relationship, Nicholas feels that his control is slipping and doesn't know if he is okay with it. However, his past comes catching up with him, and he will have to work on this if he wants Savannah to stay with him forever.

I thought this romance was cute and sweet. There is quite an age gap between the two, but Savvy and Nicholas have quite the chemistry and are actually quite sweet together.

I received a free advanced review copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my fair and honest opinion.
4,945 reviews31 followers
July 17, 2021
Twenty one year old model Savannah meets forty two year old photographer Nick and it changes both of their lives. She is only working as a model until she gets enough money to go to vet school which is her dream and Nick started out as a model only to become a photographer and he has been in a year old relationship with wealthy Margo but he does not love her but when she gives him a ultimatum to either marry her or she is breaking up with him then he breaks up with her. Then he meets beautiful sweet Savannah and he breaks all his rules for her and falls for her. Love the characters and the story was so sweet.
662 reviews6 followers
July 18, 2021
I really enjoyed this book, was well written and the characters were great. They went well together and the chemistry was smoking. Nick the much older alpha, was a great character, I loved how it explains the reason why he acts the way he does. Then theres Savannah, whos had a different upbringing and has a whole different outlook on life. I loved how Savannah by just being herself knocked Nick for six. It was great watching him change and him not even realise it. It was a great read. Loved it. Recommend

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
854 reviews2 followers
August 4, 2021
Older Man/Younger Woman Romance

I am a big fan of the older man/younger woman romances so I was drawn to this book. Savannah is a 21 year old model and Nick is a 42 year old photographer who has been hired to photograph her next modeling assignment. He’s more than intrigued by this young beauty and her innocence. When a bet leads to the altar in Vegas, she’s wondering if this is for real. Will a jealous ex manage to ruin Savanna and Nick’s chance at a HEA. A quick read with some angst,hot sexual chemistry and proof you are never to old to change your way o honking about love.
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482 reviews
October 10, 2021
An enjoyable age gap read.

Savannah is a model waiting for her big break, which she gets when a top magazine wants her for a photo shoot. Her dreams are coming true, if only she can work with the arrogant rude photographer.

Nick has 3 rules which he never breaks, and if it means being rude and arrogant to people then so be it. The problem is, he has gone too far with Savannah and when guilt sets in, he tries to put it right. A night out in Vegas, drinks and a game of truth or dare!

Things are going great, until Savannah finds out what Nick is hiding, he has broken her heart, so she leaves for a modelling job. Can Nick come to his senses and fight for her, or is it too late?
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1,113 reviews
July 16, 2021
Model✔️ Photographer✔️ Sin City✔️What happens in Vegas …..well, not everything stays in Vegas. I absolutely loved this story older gorgeous Adonis of a man with an attitude and an unfriendly reputation oh a set of rules he follows to a “T” until he meets Savannah the fresh new young model for the Guess shoot his doing. The storyline was so interesting that it completely captivated me and was so intriguing that I couldn’t stop reading it until I finished with the very last word. I definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for an amazing book. Enjoy happy reading 📚

4,330 reviews27 followers
July 17, 2021
I received an ARC from the author and am voluntarily leaving my review. Nick is a photographer who meets Savannah, a model for his shoots. They are opposites in several ways but actually have a lot of chemistry between them. They find themselves married in Vegas before they know it. All of the rules have long since been ignored. This is the first book in the Big Daddies of Los Angels series. I thought that the storyline was well written with just the right amount of tension, humor, drama and steam.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
1,328 reviews4 followers
July 18, 2021
Happily ever after!
Savanah and Nick are delightful characters whose story reminds me of an old-fashioned romance. Instantly attracted. Reluctant to act on the attraction. Finally act on the attraction in Vegas. Mutual respect and appreciation form a deep and enduring base for their love to grow on in spite of the outside opposing forces. Tears to eyes and smile on face equal one really good story with a storybook ending!
Consider this a must read!
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511 reviews
August 7, 2021
Nick and Savannah are the main characters in this romance. They meet at a photoshoot where she is the model and Nick is the photographer. He is basically a really good-looking man who is a complete jerk. He is used to being famous and having lots of available women around. Savannah is working as a model in order to make money to pay for vet school and she completely surprises Nick since she knows who she is and why she is modeling. A nice plot and storyline.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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244 reviews
July 26, 2021
Rules are there for a reason, and Nick’s rules are clear...no emotions, have control, and do not mix business with pleasure. These rules have always served Nick well, until as a photographer he has a job with up and coming model Savannah! Within hours of meeting, those rules are out the window!

Daddy’s Rules touches on the taboo, is full of steam, and is packed whit chemistry! Great afternoon real!
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142 reviews1 follower
September 16, 2021
Fantastic

Grabbed me from the beginning and didn't let go. Sav was great had a great personality, had goals that she didn't give up on. Had her head on her shoulders. Nick was dominating and sexy and had rules he followed to keep life the way he wanted it. At least till he meets the spicy and gorgeous Savannah. I really don't want to give too much away so that you can enjoy it as much as I did loved it from start to finish.
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1,738 reviews17 followers
July 16, 2021
I loved that it was a positive story. Despite that Savannah and Nick had their ’getting to know’ each other, after the wedding and before, it was still in a positive way.
Nick that had to let his rules go and Savannah that needed to open herself to opportunuties.
A nice touch to involve Ryker and Ave, even if so briefly.
I volontarily reviewed an ARC of this book
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210 reviews1 follower
August 2, 2021
A sexy romance full of heart!

I purchased this book because I loved the author and the title this age gap romance had a sexy older dominant daddy type and a beautiful younger woman in the end she managed to show him the possibility of love despite his past I'm so happy with my purchase
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1,476 reviews12 followers
August 6, 2021
Take the dare...

I really enjoyed this book. It flowed well, was an easy read, and I liked the characters. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars instead was because there was no surprise. I knew after chapter 2 what the climatic event would be, and almost how it would play out. While I don't hold that against the author or book, I'm not going to give it 5 stars either.
6,577 reviews35 followers
August 10, 2021
An enjoyable age gap book one in the Big Daddies of Los Angeles series! It is emotionally deep, intriguing, and well written with drama, twists and turns, love, and more. The characters are amazing; the chemistry between them is off the charts. Definitely recommended!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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303 reviews1 follower
January 8, 2022
Unexpected love

What happens in Vegas doesn't need to stay in Vegas....and Savannah and Nick's marriage is an excellent example of that. Despite their age difference, there's a lot of other things to consider, like career and rules of life. But by the end of the day, love is all what matters.
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2,523 reviews12 followers
July 20, 2021
Emotionally broken

Nick is an emotionally broken man. His mother’s words to him after his father abandons them sets him up for a life of rules. Those rules basically set him up for an unattached life. One photo shoot in Vegas and his life changed.
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42 reviews
July 21, 2021
Nick is a photographer that is 21 years older than his model, Savannah. When they meet the sparks fly. Nick has 3 rules he lives by and it looks like he is going to break all of them!

Very hot steamy book with a very Alpha male!! You will love it!
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16.4k reviews217 followers
July 23, 2021
I really enjoyed this book! The storyline was well developed, the characters were complex and well developed and the story world was detailed. The writing drew me in, and I felt immersed in the story! I always look forward to more books by this author and would recommend this book!
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1,358 reviews4 followers
July 23, 2021
Kelly Myers is a new author for me. I’m now a fan. I loved this book, The Characters and The Storyline too. You will not be disappointed in reading this book.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
76 reviews1 follower
July 24, 2021
Rules

I enjoy reading because Savannah made Nick realize that he could love.Even though Savannah dad gave Nick the third degree about why he married his daughter. Nick will do the same thing with his children
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396 reviews5 followers
October 3, 2021
Great read!

Likable characters and great love story! Definitely liked his broody moods and her nature to see the best in him. Definitely like to read stories on the roommates as well! Overall a great read!
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