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Whiskey Run: Sugar #1

One Night Love

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My one-night stand wants more.

I’ve always been a plus size girl, and I’ve finally learned to love myself just the way I am.

I was tired of men that only wanted me behind closed doors, so I swore them off and said I was done.

But two years without…uh… companionship and well, let’s just say I have an itch that needs scratched.

So I’m doing this my way.

I found the perfect guy. He’s only in town for a week, plus he’s a hot alpha football player that makes me feel dainty and petite.

One night. No strings.

But you know what they say about the best laid plans…

If you enjoy instalove, steamy stories where the beautiful, curvy plus size woman knows her worth and gets the hot alpha man, then you’ll love the Whiskey Run: Sugar series. Each book in the series is a standalone.

76 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 7, 2022

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Hope Ford

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Bestselling short romance author Hope Ford writes short, steamy, sweet romances.  She loves writing about ALPHA MEN that fall in love with CURVY WOMEN.  She has over 70 books and they are all available on Amazon.


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Profile Image for Sonia.
1,306 reviews2,083 followers
May 1, 2022
JP H/insta love/curvy h

These nice palette cleansers are good between longer/intense reads.

April’s a thick/curvy baker; Matt’s a huge/tall football player. When he goes into the bar to rescue her from an man that isn’t taking the hint, he pretends to be her boyfriend and then realizes he actually wants her- every curvy, luscious inch of her 👀.

April’s last relationship wasn’t a great one- her ex made her feel self-conscious of her curves, but Matt craves all of her. In fact, he becomes smitten before she does 😉 and he’s gonna mark her his 🔥.

She might “think” this is only a one-night stand, but Matt’s gonna prove her wrong. And ohhhh does he 🙃. He’s all about pleasing her 😅 and when she tries to keep the score even, he shows her why her pleasures more important and everything he does for her is for him too 🥵. You do whatever you gotta do Matt 💅.

I wish this was longer! This is low angst, almost no drama, and lots of curvy smexiness. I enjoyed it

⚠️safety squad⚠️
-no cheating/sharing/owd
-there’s an OM that tries to flirt with her, but the H is quick to claim his territory 💁🏻‍♀️. Even when other guys start looking at her, he approaches and kisses/touches her to show everyone she’s his. MINEMINEMINE
-there’s a guy that might’ve made the h feel hesitant about herself in terms of her curves, but the H takes her away from the situation (and she doesn’t tell him what’s wrong) and reassures how much he loves her curves
-condoms/no virgins/HEA
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528 reviews136 followers
February 15, 2022
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


Actually confident plus size heroine.🙏

A plus size heroine who knows her worth.

A plus size heroine that likes herself (and her body)

No internalized body shaming.

No self hatred or self deprecating. (after years of work the heroine has learned to love/appreciate her body)

Also knows what she wants and goes for it.

It is insta-lust and insta-love to a very high degree …. but it is still a good story.👍

A caring and sexy and sweet hero that knows what he wants.

The book cover on this is both beautiful and sexy.
But most of all it shows representation!👍👏💯
(Plus size heroine in the story and with a plus size model on the cover)



A little bit too non-descriptive character description/depiction of the heroine (it would be nice with a more detailed description of the heroine...other than her eye color and hair color)

I wish this story was a longer one with a little more depths to the main characters.
Profile Image for Ivy Deluca.
2,381 reviews330 followers
February 19, 2022
quick(ish) review

I wanted short, sweet, and smutty and that’s exactly what I got. Not much to this novella but if you know what you’re in for, some tropey fun, that’s what you’ll get.
Profile Image for Alison.
1,507 reviews107 followers
February 9, 2022
She looks at my hand on hers. I’m tracing on the back of her hand, and I switch up directions because I realize I’m drawing hearts on her.

This was a fun little read from Hope Ford. I love these Whiskey Run series. Ford has created such a fun world of these loving, protective, alpha men. Can someone give me directions here?

A read worth your time if you're looking for something short and full of feels.
Profile Image for Geeky Girl Review Cafe.
1,230 reviews99 followers
February 7, 2022
More Than Sweet!

Yum, what a great start to Hope's newest series!

I'm a huge fan of curvy girl bakers, who can resists 🧁?!?

Throw in a solid built MMC who loves all that sweetness and those curves, I'm sold!

A one-night stand that leads to a HEA. The perfect recipe for a delightful read from Hope Ford!
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23 reviews1 follower
March 29, 2022
cute

This was a little Short but still hot and cute. They are adorable together. Hopefully their story gets revisited later on in the series
Profile Image for Lady Raven RAVE!.
1,824 reviews1,504 followers
April 3, 2022
3.5⭐️⭐️⭐️

Style: Contemporary Romance (Insta)
Story: 3.5/5
Enjoyment: 3.5/5
Dark Level: 0/5
Sexual Level: OK
Triggers: No
Violence: No
Male: Sweet
Series: Book 1
Pages: 108
Audio: N/A
Kindle Unlimited: Yes


STORY:
WHAT I LIKED:
This was nice. I really enjoyed the way April and Matt met. It was engaging and cute as well. Their chemistry from the start got me excited. As the story progresses it was still likable but ok as well. I like what the author is doing in the Whiskey Run universe and connecting the characters. April was likable and wanted to work up the nerve to do a one night stand. Matt was struck at first sight and is looking for more. He is a football player and was sweet throughout the story.



WHAT WAS SO SO:
The so so was just that this one felt ok for me. There wasn’t much to pin point.


SEXUAL CHEMISTRY
Sex scene was ok but still sexy:



SECONDARY CHARACTERS:
Love April’s best friends at the bakery and enjoyed reading their stories as I read the books out of order.


OVERALL:
Was I entertained? Yes
Did I like the story? Yes
Would I read the other books in the series? Yes



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****I don’t equate these stories to real life. It’s about personal taste and what you would or want to tolerate with the books you read. I know we all have different opinions and preferences with what we read. I based my book reviews on my preferences and what I like, and while these preferences may not be the same for others, I hope this review was still helpful.

Profile Image for Jen ♥.
1,757 reviews970 followers
June 25, 2023
Cute, sweet, and hot.

Matt and April met when she went to a bar and her friend wasn't able to come because their babysitter didn't show up. Said friend asked her husband to send someone to pick up April, and make sure she'll get home safely. And Matt was the one who got asked to do that.

They were attracted to one another, physically at least. It was supposed to be a one night stand but Matt had other plans and he was staying in town for a week so they extended their ONS.

This was hot the chemistry was off the charts and both Matt and April fell fast and hard within a week. This is a novella so that isn't something new. But I still dig it.
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Profile Image for adina willis.
2,032 reviews12 followers
February 7, 2022
April is tired of men and is playing by her own rules. There is an end of the season football party that she is attending. She is supposed to meet her friend there. However, the friend calls and says babysitter cancelled but she is sending Matt to April. They have intense chemistry. April figures that Matt is the perfect person for a one night stand because he is leaving in a week. What happens when Matt decides that April is the perfect person for him?

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Monaa.
110 reviews1 follower
March 1, 2022
Sabia que era corto, pero realmente me sorprendió lo rápido que lo termine.
Es super sweet pero el ,instalove y lo apresurado que se desarrollo no te permite ver un desarrollo de personajes ni de la trama
Profile Image for TheReaderVert .
804 reviews29 followers
February 9, 2024
😊

Super quick reads that bring the sweet and a little spice. A baker and a football player pair together in this short confection, and of course, sparks fly, and all the right things fall into place
Profile Image for Oriana Reads.
4,298 reviews37 followers
February 7, 2022
April is a plus size girl that has enough of men that doesn't appreciate her. She meets Matt through friends and he wants her from the first second. Instalove, sweet, steamy , romantic and safe with wonderful characters and a sweet HEA😍😍😍😍 Can't wait for the next story👍👍👍
Profile Image for Alberta.
794 reviews
March 8, 2022
InstaOK

Quite predictable which depending on your mood could be good or not so good as the outcome is a known.

I might read others the series if I want something InstaLight.
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32 reviews2 followers
January 13, 2024
As a plus-sized woman, it is SO refreshing to read a quick & easy story about a curvy FMC who is being treated and loved on like she deserves! Loved it!
Profile Image for Kate.
52 reviews1 follower
March 25, 2024
Romance novellas might not be my thing because I always want so MUCH MORE characters were great love an obsessed big hot man and curvy goddess romance mhh mhh mhhh
Profile Image for Marisela M. Chavez.
1,393 reviews6 followers
December 1, 2024
Who knew one night will be the night of April and Matt lives? This story was absolutely incredible. The chemistry was off the charts. And I absolutely loved every minute of this. 💜
3,965 reviews6 followers
February 8, 2022
More than One Night

April wants one night but Matt wants more. These two heat up the pages from the start in this sweet and sexy tale.
Profile Image for Regina.
2,150 reviews37 followers
February 8, 2022
3.5 stars

Body positivity and a female who not only loves and accepts who she is but also knows what she wants and goes for it. It’s a quick insta love but still very enjoyable.
Profile Image for Ioana.
582 reviews30 followers
February 7, 2022
Like a balm!

This is the story of April, a plus size woman who wants a one night stand and finds it when Matt is send by her friend to walk her to her car. He is smitten right before knowing her and he plays for keeps.

Their story was like a balm: there was no drama, no disruptive moments, just two people coming together nicely. I liked April, I liked Matt, they are just so casual and nice, I loved how she didn't had many confidence issues, just the right amount, I would say. Really, it is hard to find a fault to this book. It's just the right short thing you need to read after a long day.

I received this in order to offer my honest review.
Profile Image for Fatima.
99 reviews
January 13, 2024
Quick, fun read, TOTALLY insta-love but just what I needed at the moment.

Love a plus size FMC and a hot MMC that appreciates her!

The spice was spiiiiiicing! 🌶️🥵
Profile Image for ziyuan ʚɞ Reads Dark Smut..
1,034 reviews1 follower
April 6, 2024
April and Matt. Normally I don’t like reading ONS story, BUUUUUUT!!! This one was different!!! This one was extremely freaking sweet from the beginning tithe end!!! Matt loved his April with his WHOLE HEART and that was so sweet!!!

One night. All she wants is one night, and I’m already trying to figure out how to see her again.

I hate hearing about her ex. Not only because of the way he treated her but because of the fact I don’t want to think about her with someone else. She’s mine and has been since I first laid eyes on her. But obviously, I can’t tell her that. I have a feeling she’d freak if I even hinted at that.


April wanted a ONS, but Matt fall in love with her since he laid his eyes on her. She was social, she was a gift for him. He really cared about her, not just some fall in lust. Matt is in love with her.

Every day I’ve tried to give Matt free pastries, but he won’t let me. He insists on paying, telling me they’re worth it.

I hand him the little box with two cupcakes in it. He takes them and juts his chin out at me. “Now give me what I really want.”

I roll my eyes and lean in to kiss him on the cheek, but he’s way too fast for me. He turns his head, and my lips meet his. Our kiss, like every other time, goes from sweet and innocent to frenzied and frantic in a second. I break away, and all eyes are on us, but Matt doesn’t notice. “Now that’s what I’m talking about,” he says with a low whistle.


Matt was a super charming guy, he was the center of the football team, and he was popular. But April was more charming than him, hahahaha, nobody dislike April, she was so sweet and adorable, she was so kind and hilarious. Matt was frustrating when every time seeing April was being around by boys and guys, which was super funny.

She blinks. “Well, you must really like Whiskey Run to move here.”

I shake my head. She still doesn’t get it. “No. I mean I like Whiskey Run, but the correct way to say it is I must really love you to move here.”

She gasps. “You love me? But we just met...”

I shrug. That same thing has crossed my mind. “I told myself the same thing, but you know what? It doesn’t matter. I know how I feel, April, and I love you. I can’t leave you and go to Texas. Fuck, I hate being away from you during the day. I can’t imagine not seeing you.”

She’s speechless, and I try to keep myself calm. “I know it’s fast, and I know you may not be ready. There’s no pressure. I just want you to give us a chance.”


April was brave, and Matt was convincing. So they both knew how they felt about each other and they didn’t waste unnecessary time doing drama, which was another reason in am satisfied with this story. They just told each other and they were so perfect for each other.

“You spoil me, Matt.”

He kisses me. “And I plan to for the rest of our lives.”

He jogs around to the other side of the truck and gets in beside me. He gets pulled out on the road and threads our fingers together on the console between us, and I finally put voice to my thoughts. “How did I get so lucky?”

He chuckles. “I’m the lucky one.”


Theirs feelings were so so strong. I truly believe they’re HEA. So I love this one!!! Matt was a possessive alpha leading male, he was the guy who would never let his mate go. ♥️♥️♥️
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Profile Image for Hey Lin.
745 reviews
February 8, 2022
The dude is a nice guy with semi quasi sort of jealous moments that never rises to its full potential. She buys cond0ms for a ons and she thinks he's perfect since he's going to be going home for the off season til spring. She brings him to her home. They have smexxxual relations. Together. It was phenomenal. Pu$$y felt good. I wouldn't know but that's what he said. (Michael.Scott is somewhere proud of me, I just know it)

Her friend asks her if she can make a cake and cupcakes since she owns a bakery. They go to a 3 yos party.

She's getting some vitamin D from the H and smiling.

Thats it. Thats the book. I dnfed at 80% aite?!! Im sure theres a wedding proposal or something because her pu$$y feels good.

Its fine. Its all fine. Everything is fine. 😂😐
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Profile Image for A-reader.
1,598 reviews51 followers
May 11, 2022
My reviews always contain spoilers, I write them so I can remember the story.

What happens when your one night stand decides he wants more than one night? April is lonely, her ex loved her plus size body in private but didn’t acknowledge her in public, when she broke up with him there were people who didn’t even know they were dating. Now months later she is missing sex and intimacy, the perfect solution is a one night stand. But Violet the matchmaker of Whiskey Run has other plans for her friend, she sets her up with Matt the new center for her husband Josh’s football team. Matt is a great guy and perfect for April. When he arrives for a party he sees April through the window and is immediately attracted to her, when he finds out she’s Violet’s friend and needs his assistance he is happy to help. April has been trying to get rid of a persistent guy at the bar, she tells him she is waiting on her boyfriend but he doesn’t believe her. When Matt arrives and kisses her hello the guy gets it and leaves. They talk and eventually leave the bar to go to April’s house. Their first time together is sweet, after she explains why she was at the bar and her reason for a one night stand. Matt understands but definitely wants more. Violet calls in the morning with a cupcake emergency, one of the player’s son is having a birthday party and the bakery they were using messed up the order. April says she can make the cake and cupcakes and Matt can deliver them. He helps her at the bakery and talks her into attending with him. After the party she tries to end the night but he tells her he’s here for a few more days and wants to spend them with her, (the season is over and Matt is going home to Texas where his family lives). She agrees and they spend the night together again. She’s sad he’s leaving and knows she is going to miss him terribly, when the girls tell her to ask him to stay she decides she going to do it. But Matt’s way ahead of her, he’s already looked for an apartment in town so he can stay. He tells her he loves her and she asks him to move in with her because she loves him too. Epilogue one month later with a proposal and setting up the next book, Becca and her cowboy.
Both April and Matt were great characters who deserved a happily ever after.
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