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The Teager Family #3
Marrying Hope: A small town Marriage of Convenience Romance
A sinfully rich and wickedly hot businessman like Zach Teager has no business in my bland, rickety world.
Yet, he barges in like a storm, leaving everyone mesmerized by his charms.
Every evening I find him at my doorstep in the pretense of a silly promise he’s made to my son.
And let’s not talk about my boy, Ray who believes Zach is some sort of a Prince and maybe he is.
But not of my story.
Until events lead me to accept Zach’s insane proposal of a contract marriage.
He promises me everything. Care for my mom. A better future for my son. A loving group of family and friends.
Except one thing. Love.
And that’s okay.
I have full faith, I can never fall for someone as spontaneous and impulsive as him.
Yet, I do. Another stupid mistake to add in my long running list.
I fall for his stupid jokes, his crazy habits and most of all for him.
I fall in love with my husband and that’s one thing he didn’t promise me in our marriage vows.
Yet, he barges in like a storm, leaving everyone mesmerized by his charms.
Every evening I find him at my doorstep in the pretense of a silly promise he’s made to my son.
And let’s not talk about my boy, Ray who believes Zach is some sort of a Prince and maybe he is.
But not of my story.
Until events lead me to accept Zach’s insane proposal of a contract marriage.
He promises me everything. Care for my mom. A better future for my son. A loving group of family and friends.
Except one thing. Love.
And that’s okay.
I have full faith, I can never fall for someone as spontaneous and impulsive as him.
Yet, I do. Another stupid mistake to add in my long running list.
I fall for his stupid jokes, his crazy habits and most of all for him.
I fall in love with my husband and that’s one thing he didn’t promise me in our marriage vows.
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June 5, 2022
This is my first book Vikki Jay and the first book that I am reading from "The Teager Family" series. I liked the story and the pacing was good. The sparks were really flying between Hope and Zach and you can definately see the attraction between them. Their feeling grow through the book and it turns to love. Even though that I don't know Rose as a character from the previous book I wasn't very pleased with the way she reacted towards Hope being Zach's wife.
I do admit, I struggled a little bit when it came to both characters pasts and the things they've been through.
Overall I liked both Zach and Hope as main characters and the love that bloomed between them ♥️.
Special thanks to Vikki Jay for providing me with this ARC copy.
I do admit, I struggled a little bit when it came to both characters pasts and the things they've been through.
Overall I liked both Zach and Hope as main characters and the love that bloomed between them ♥️.
Special thanks to Vikki Jay for providing me with this ARC copy.
June 3, 2022
Marrying Hope by Vikki Jay is another beautiful love story full of emotional twists and turns, culminating in a sweet and heartfelt HEA. Following in the footsteps of her first 3 novels, Jay brings together loveable and quirky characters in unique situations all in the pursuit of true love. The spin on the marriage of convenience trope, and how it developed Zach as a character, definitely grabbed my attention and created a great basis for the slow burn intimacy between Zach and Hope. Add in the delightfully adorable Ray, a cast of charming relatives and found family, a bit of external conflict, and a whole lot of internal angst, and this novel will have you smiling and sniffling throughout your read.
Marrying Hope is best enjoyed read in order within the Teager Family series and I definitely recommend reading it before reading Second True Love, even though it was published after. The family relationships built and explained through the series are truly wonderful and each new book sheds new light on the characters’ pasts, making their futures even more emotionally captivating
Marrying Hope is best enjoyed read in order within the Teager Family series and I definitely recommend reading it before reading Second True Love, even though it was published after. The family relationships built and explained through the series are truly wonderful and each new book sheds new light on the characters’ pasts, making their futures even more emotionally captivating
May 27, 2022
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DISCLAIMER: I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Expected Publication: 06/03/2022 (you can preorder this book now!)
Marrying Hope is the third addition in Vikki Jay’s Teager Family series and can be read as a standalone.
I really enjoyed this story and I fell hard for Zach. Zach had a rough upbringing and it’s shaped the way he’s lived his life. When he meets a boy that reminds him of his younger self, he makes a promise that the boy will be looked after. Hope, the boy’s mother, doesn’t take too kindly at first to Zach’s intrusion into their lives but, as things spiral out of control for her, she starts to appreciate his presence. When he offers a marriage of convenience as a way to make sure that Ray (the boy) is taken care of, she accepts.
I loved that Zach and Hope were honest with each other; there was no bs in their relationship. I didn’t quite understand some of the decisions that Zach made, but when he opened up to Hope about his past, it made more sense.
I absolutely loved watching Zach and Hope fall for each other! One of the things I love about the marriage of convenience trope is watching how the hero and heroine’s relationship changes as feelings grow.
I loved Zach’s relationship with Ray and how he made sure that Ray was taken care of.
I loved being reunited with the other Teagers and I can’t wait to read Zane’s story later this year. I also loved the addition of Gigi (Hope’s mom) and Will (Zach’s Jack of all trades.)
I would definitely recommend this book if you love a steamy marriage of convenience story.
(Also, I love this cover!)
Thank you Vikki Jay and Give Me Books for giving me the opportunity to read and review an early copy of this book!
DISCLAIMER: I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Expected Publication: 06/03/2022 (you can preorder this book now!)
Marrying Hope is the third addition in Vikki Jay’s Teager Family series and can be read as a standalone.
I really enjoyed this story and I fell hard for Zach. Zach had a rough upbringing and it’s shaped the way he’s lived his life. When he meets a boy that reminds him of his younger self, he makes a promise that the boy will be looked after. Hope, the boy’s mother, doesn’t take too kindly at first to Zach’s intrusion into their lives but, as things spiral out of control for her, she starts to appreciate his presence. When he offers a marriage of convenience as a way to make sure that Ray (the boy) is taken care of, she accepts.
I loved that Zach and Hope were honest with each other; there was no bs in their relationship. I didn’t quite understand some of the decisions that Zach made, but when he opened up to Hope about his past, it made more sense.
I absolutely loved watching Zach and Hope fall for each other! One of the things I love about the marriage of convenience trope is watching how the hero and heroine’s relationship changes as feelings grow.
I loved Zach’s relationship with Ray and how he made sure that Ray was taken care of.
I loved being reunited with the other Teagers and I can’t wait to read Zane’s story later this year. I also loved the addition of Gigi (Hope’s mom) and Will (Zach’s Jack of all trades.)
I would definitely recommend this book if you love a steamy marriage of convenience story.
(Also, I love this cover!)
Thank you Vikki Jay and Give Me Books for giving me the opportunity to read and review an early copy of this book!
June 2, 2022
Marrying Hope by Vikki Jay is book Three in The Teager Family Series. This is the story of Hope and Zach. I have read the previous book but felt this could be a standalone book if you wish to do so. Zach along with his brother have a bad childhood until they where taken in by someone to finish raising them. But Zach can't find peace and looks for it in different women never staying long with them. Then a chance meeting with a little boy named Ray has picked his interest. Ray looks like Zach but they are not kin but the connection makes Zach want to protect him. Ray's mother is a struggling single parent who is taking care of her mother too along with Ray. Hope's father had past which started everything being lost. Zach and Hope was a slow burn love story but still a good one. I have been enjoying this series.
June 1, 2022
The Teager family has been one of my favorite. Zach Teager has been the funny no relationship man. I knew when he found his woman his world was going to be turned upside. I did not expect Hope and her son Ray to be it. This story was a wonderful read and read it in one sitting as I couldn't put it down. I need to know everything. I can't wait for Zane's story next.
June 3, 2022
This was my first book by Jenni and I’m a sucker for a man who takes on another man’s child without a second glance so I was all in with Zach. Hope is a single mum trying her best to keep her little boy and her poorly mum safe and happy, she works tirelessly at a bakery creating special superhero cupcakes which are the talk of the town. Zach bumps into her son Ray when he is trying to stop some boys hurting his dog and Zach helps him and is thrown by how much he looks like him as a boy, this throws him back to his past which isn’t a happy place for Zach and he takes it upon himself to help Ray and Hope.
So much happens between these 2 and the fact that Ray calls Zach a prince melted my heart he was such a sweet boy, but Zach makes it very clear to Hope that he isn’t capable of love due to his past and their arrangement is only to help her and Ray. Hope’s history is traumatic and that is exactly why she agrees to Zach proposal she is always helping everyone else and leaves no time for herself. Zach has a lot of demons that he needs to make peace with and Hope is the one to help him but only once he lets her in.
So much happens between these 2 and the fact that Ray calls Zach a prince melted my heart he was such a sweet boy, but Zach makes it very clear to Hope that he isn’t capable of love due to his past and their arrangement is only to help her and Ray. Hope’s history is traumatic and that is exactly why she agrees to Zach proposal she is always helping everyone else and leaves no time for herself. Zach has a lot of demons that he needs to make peace with and Hope is the one to help him but only once he lets her in.
June 4, 2022
4.5⭐️
I absolutely loved Zach, Hope and Ray's story. It's emotional, heartfelt and sweet. The whole time they kept my attention especially about Zach's secret. But I loved that there's no unnecessary drama after that.
Let's get back to the beginning. The attraction between Zach and Hope didn't start from the beginning and it's also not a slow burn though. Zach is actually more invested with his relationship with Ray and all about helping and protecting him because he saw himself in Ray. He also doesn't think he could be in a relationship and stay loyal. But he proposed to Hope to marry him in order to take care of Hope, Ray and her mother.
My heart goes to him. I don't even know why he couldn't think he could love or that he doesn't deserve it. I mean I know it now. But then, I was like how can this guy who's so caring and attentive not see how other people see him. Even I can feel Ray's love for him and I can only imagine there's stars in his eyes every time Zach loves on him. But it took no time for him to realise that he has not only fall in love with Ray but also with his wife. And that's so satisfying for me to watch. And the fact that he doesn't fight it and consequently admit his own feelings.
I loved their story. The only reason why it's not a 5⭐️ read is because I didn't want it to end and I would have loved for the bonus scene to be more focused on these three. Alas, I can't wait for Zane's story next. His story also caught my attention now.
I absolutely loved Zach, Hope and Ray's story. It's emotional, heartfelt and sweet. The whole time they kept my attention especially about Zach's secret. But I loved that there's no unnecessary drama after that.
Let's get back to the beginning. The attraction between Zach and Hope didn't start from the beginning and it's also not a slow burn though. Zach is actually more invested with his relationship with Ray and all about helping and protecting him because he saw himself in Ray. He also doesn't think he could be in a relationship and stay loyal. But he proposed to Hope to marry him in order to take care of Hope, Ray and her mother.
My heart goes to him. I don't even know why he couldn't think he could love or that he doesn't deserve it. I mean I know it now. But then, I was like how can this guy who's so caring and attentive not see how other people see him. Even I can feel Ray's love for him and I can only imagine there's stars in his eyes every time Zach loves on him. But it took no time for him to realise that he has not only fall in love with Ray but also with his wife. And that's so satisfying for me to watch. And the fact that he doesn't fight it and consequently admit his own feelings.
I loved their story. The only reason why it's not a 5⭐️ read is because I didn't want it to end and I would have loved for the bonus scene to be more focused on these three. Alas, I can't wait for Zane's story next. His story also caught my attention now.
October 4, 2022
This book went from zero to one hundred in 10 seconds. One minute Hope was struggling to make ends meet, Zach showed no interest in Hope as a woman, neither did Hope show interest in Zach, but before you knew it, Zach was dead set on wanting Ray as his son - because they looked alike. He didn’t seem to comprehend the possibility that Ray could be his son because of the similarities. Only nearer to the end does Zach realise he might be attracted to Hope. Urgh, this is a strange one. The excessive crying and shivering got on my nerves.
Poor William, the Butler, was roped into baking Hope’s cakes, delivering them, walking the dog, doing the school runs amongst his normal duties, which included cooking for Zach on a whim because Zach was ALWAYS hungry for some reason.
They got married by signing a contract in Zach’s office. No commissioner was there to marry them, they signed on Zach’s dotted line. And Hope stupidly agreed to his conditions: that he would continue his weekly activities in the apartment on the fifth floor, i.e. sleep with a different woman every night. They went to Zander’s house to introduce Hope to Zach’s family, but he didn’t do that, he treated the whole affair very weirdly. He went off to get himself a drink and left Hope with strangers to find her own way. Very bizarre. The whole time he had a ‘take it or leave it’ kind of attitude. I found his attitude very childish.
Poor William, the Butler, was roped into baking Hope’s cakes, delivering them, walking the dog, doing the school runs amongst his normal duties, which included cooking for Zach on a whim because Zach was ALWAYS hungry for some reason.
They got married by signing a contract in Zach’s office. No commissioner was there to marry them, they signed on Zach’s dotted line. And Hope stupidly agreed to his conditions: that he would continue his weekly activities in the apartment on the fifth floor, i.e. sleep with a different woman every night. They went to Zander’s house to introduce Hope to Zach’s family, but he didn’t do that, he treated the whole affair very weirdly. He went off to get himself a drink and left Hope with strangers to find her own way. Very bizarre. The whole time he had a ‘take it or leave it’ kind of attitude. I found his attitude very childish.
June 6, 2022
Zack is beyond frustrated when told that the all of the action figure cupcakes are sold out and are usually gone first thing in the morning. His sister-in-law Rose asked him to stop on his way to their weekly family dinner and pick up cupcakes from Cakes for All. He knew how much she loved action figures and was trying to figure out other options when a baker rushes through the back door carrying two trays of action figure cupcakes.
He buys them all and leaves them with a $100 tip. He is about to pull away when the baker runs panting to his car returning his tip saying that the girl at the cash register is new and didn't know it was against policy to receive tips.
Zach and his brothers Zander and Zane co-own Elixir Inc which is one of the fastest growing pharmaceutical companies in the world, but unlike his brothers instead of buying a house he bought a hotel where he lives in the penthouse. He is on his way home when he slams on his brakes to avoid hitting the puppy and small child who ran across the road.
As he tries to get a grip, he notices they are being followed by three teenage boys and even though he can't hear what they are yelling he knows it can't be good so he gets out of his car and follows. He arrives only to see the young child being held down as the other two are playing catch with the puppy. When he helps the boy off the ground he stares in shock. The boy is the spitting image of him as a child.
I loved this book! It is very well written and the characters are fully developed and highly relatable. What an amazing story and totally not where you thought it was going. I so love Ray and his St. Bernard puppy Mr. Stanley. This five year old child melted Zach's heart the second he laid eyes on him and was determined that he live up to the Your Highness that Ray was determined to call him.
Zach and Hope are perfect for each other and your heart will break when you hear both of their stories. This story is action-packed from page one and you will laugh and cry. I love the 'swear jar' and it only makes the family dynamic more relatable.
Zach and Hope both feel that if the other hears their story, they will leave despite their smoking hot chemistry. I love how they heal each other's broken parts. Highly recommend this book and Vikki Jay!
He buys them all and leaves them with a $100 tip. He is about to pull away when the baker runs panting to his car returning his tip saying that the girl at the cash register is new and didn't know it was against policy to receive tips.
Zach and his brothers Zander and Zane co-own Elixir Inc which is one of the fastest growing pharmaceutical companies in the world, but unlike his brothers instead of buying a house he bought a hotel where he lives in the penthouse. He is on his way home when he slams on his brakes to avoid hitting the puppy and small child who ran across the road.
As he tries to get a grip, he notices they are being followed by three teenage boys and even though he can't hear what they are yelling he knows it can't be good so he gets out of his car and follows. He arrives only to see the young child being held down as the other two are playing catch with the puppy. When he helps the boy off the ground he stares in shock. The boy is the spitting image of him as a child.
I loved this book! It is very well written and the characters are fully developed and highly relatable. What an amazing story and totally not where you thought it was going. I so love Ray and his St. Bernard puppy Mr. Stanley. This five year old child melted Zach's heart the second he laid eyes on him and was determined that he live up to the Your Highness that Ray was determined to call him.
Zach and Hope are perfect for each other and your heart will break when you hear both of their stories. This story is action-packed from page one and you will laugh and cry. I love the 'swear jar' and it only makes the family dynamic more relatable.
Zach and Hope both feel that if the other hears their story, they will leave despite their smoking hot chemistry. I love how they heal each other's broken parts. Highly recommend this book and Vikki Jay!
June 3, 2022
I received a complimentary early release copy of this e-book from the author prior to release and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I have been waiting and waiting and waiting for Zach's book and I was so excited to read it. There were things I loved and things I did not.
One of the things I did not like was the use of Vanessa Hibert in this book and we find out about her very twisted relationship with Zach. I did not enjoy her scenes at all and in fact it was so icky that it took a while for me to get over them and like Zach again.
Hope and her son Ray were awesome. I adored them. Hope was this amazing woman, mom and wow when you read her story, you will fall in love with her too.
I also adored Will, who is Zach's butler. He was a huge scene stealer and I loved how he was with both Hope and Ray and how close he got to them.
Rose and Zander who I adored and loved so much in Loving Rose were horrible in this story. The way they treated Hope and Zach made me not like them at all and I felt at times they were just selfish and mean and so different then in the previous books of this series.
Zach is a man in deep pain in this story. So much that he plans to never have children and he feels extremely dirty and that he is not a good man. His life changes when he meets Hope's son Ray and notices the strong resemblance to himself. He pretty much falls in love with Ray on the spot and wants to make sure that he is never hurt in the way that Zach was as a young child.
Hope is a young mom with no education, a beautiful 5 year old son, and a mom who is sick. She is one strong woman and I absolutely adored her. She meets Zach and agrees to him in her life because he is a great role model for her son. Zach and Ray become best friends and they really needed each other. They have this really beautfiul relationship. Hope is in pain to but she pushes on and perseveres and I love that she manages to teach Zach how to grow up and let the pain go and become the best version of himself.
I loved Kristy in this story and how she befriends Hope and supports her. I also loved seeing more of Zane and I cannot wait to read his story next.
I have been waiting and waiting and waiting for Zach's book and I was so excited to read it. There were things I loved and things I did not.
One of the things I did not like was the use of Vanessa Hibert in this book and we find out about her very twisted relationship with Zach. I did not enjoy her scenes at all and in fact it was so icky that it took a while for me to get over them and like Zach again.
Hope and her son Ray were awesome. I adored them. Hope was this amazing woman, mom and wow when you read her story, you will fall in love with her too.
I also adored Will, who is Zach's butler. He was a huge scene stealer and I loved how he was with both Hope and Ray and how close he got to them.
Rose and Zander who I adored and loved so much in Loving Rose were horrible in this story. The way they treated Hope and Zach made me not like them at all and I felt at times they were just selfish and mean and so different then in the previous books of this series.
Zach is a man in deep pain in this story. So much that he plans to never have children and he feels extremely dirty and that he is not a good man. His life changes when he meets Hope's son Ray and notices the strong resemblance to himself. He pretty much falls in love with Ray on the spot and wants to make sure that he is never hurt in the way that Zach was as a young child.
Hope is a young mom with no education, a beautiful 5 year old son, and a mom who is sick. She is one strong woman and I absolutely adored her. She meets Zach and agrees to him in her life because he is a great role model for her son. Zach and Ray become best friends and they really needed each other. They have this really beautfiul relationship. Hope is in pain to but she pushes on and perseveres and I love that she manages to teach Zach how to grow up and let the pain go and become the best version of himself.
I loved Kristy in this story and how she befriends Hope and supports her. I also loved seeing more of Zane and I cannot wait to read his story next.
June 3, 2022
In ‘Marrying Hope’ we meet Zach and Hope. Zach Teager is a very rich businessman who has everything his heart desires. He is definitely the ‘fun’ one. But his fun, charming exterior hides the pain of his past. He has learned to life with his past, but the way he does it isn’t something he is proud of. One afternoon Zach meets a little boy, and from the moment he lays eyes on the little boy he knows he wants to take care of him. And when Zach meets the boy mom, he is determined to take care of her as well.
Hope is a hardworking single mom. She does everything in her life to make her little boy Jay happy. But it has been a struggle. When her little boy gets enamored by this rich guy, Hope knows this life Zach offers is too good to be true. But a mom does everything to make her kid happy, and Zach definitely makes Jay happy. But how can she keep her heart from wanting more of Zach herself? Because the only thing Zach promises to not be able to give her is love.
Although this story seemed a bit much, I mean a bachelor and rich handsome guy that meets a little boy and wants to take care of him, I loved it from the start. And I found myself intrigued by the characters. Throughout this book we slowly get to know the characters and their story more and more and I loved every moment.
Zach is a very charming guy I really loved from the start. He was definitely a prince charming kind of guy, with the exception of his ‘secret’ and he sure charmed me. The way Zach was with the little boy made my mom heart melt. But my favorite character was definitely Hope. Hope has been a hardworking, loving and caring mother from the moment she found out she was pregnant. And she did all she could to make sure her boy got everything he wants.
The romance between Zach and Hope was definitely a slow-burn one, and I really enjoyed it from start to finish. Sure, some things where a bit unbelievable, but I loved it. And I loved reading this story through both Zach and Hope’s point of view.
‘Marrying Hope’ is a story I’d really recommend if you enjoy romance. And it really made me want to start reading the other books in the series as soon as possible.
Hope is a hardworking single mom. She does everything in her life to make her little boy Jay happy. But it has been a struggle. When her little boy gets enamored by this rich guy, Hope knows this life Zach offers is too good to be true. But a mom does everything to make her kid happy, and Zach definitely makes Jay happy. But how can she keep her heart from wanting more of Zach herself? Because the only thing Zach promises to not be able to give her is love.
Although this story seemed a bit much, I mean a bachelor and rich handsome guy that meets a little boy and wants to take care of him, I loved it from the start. And I found myself intrigued by the characters. Throughout this book we slowly get to know the characters and their story more and more and I loved every moment.
Zach is a very charming guy I really loved from the start. He was definitely a prince charming kind of guy, with the exception of his ‘secret’ and he sure charmed me. The way Zach was with the little boy made my mom heart melt. But my favorite character was definitely Hope. Hope has been a hardworking, loving and caring mother from the moment she found out she was pregnant. And she did all she could to make sure her boy got everything he wants.
The romance between Zach and Hope was definitely a slow-burn one, and I really enjoyed it from start to finish. Sure, some things where a bit unbelievable, but I loved it. And I loved reading this story through both Zach and Hope’s point of view.
‘Marrying Hope’ is a story I’d really recommend if you enjoy romance. And it really made me want to start reading the other books in the series as soon as possible.
May 22, 2022
I received this free eARC novel from the author and Give Me Books PR. This is my honest review.
I seriously cannot express how happy I am that I discovered this author and have read all of her books. I get sucked into these stories and I'm always so sad when they finish. I've been having a hard time reading a book as quickly as I used to lately, but I started and finished Marrying Hope in 1 day - 1 sitting, and was so sad when the last page came to.
Hope and Zach are priceless. They are both broken in their own way and to see them flourish with each other they way they did was amazing. I also love that this wasn't a "love at first sight" story. Zach fell in love with her child first and that to me is so rare when it comes to romance novels. But then to see Zach and Hope slowly realize their attraction for each other was so rewarding. And the amount of character development they go through this entire novel is eye opening and just shows that once you have the right person in your life, the things that use to drive you or command you aren't so in charge anymore.
Ray is precious and I love him so much. Such innocence and love that radiates from him is hard to come by.
I loved seeing all of the other Teagers again. I do still have a special place in my heart for Rose, but Hope really made an impression with me and I know I will be thinking about this story for weeks to come! Such a phenomenal story and I cannot wait to see the next installment from this author!
I seriously cannot express how happy I am that I discovered this author and have read all of her books. I get sucked into these stories and I'm always so sad when they finish. I've been having a hard time reading a book as quickly as I used to lately, but I started and finished Marrying Hope in 1 day - 1 sitting, and was so sad when the last page came to.
Hope and Zach are priceless. They are both broken in their own way and to see them flourish with each other they way they did was amazing. I also love that this wasn't a "love at first sight" story. Zach fell in love with her child first and that to me is so rare when it comes to romance novels. But then to see Zach and Hope slowly realize their attraction for each other was so rewarding. And the amount of character development they go through this entire novel is eye opening and just shows that once you have the right person in your life, the things that use to drive you or command you aren't so in charge anymore.
Ray is precious and I love him so much. Such innocence and love that radiates from him is hard to come by.
I loved seeing all of the other Teagers again. I do still have a special place in my heart for Rose, but Hope really made an impression with me and I know I will be thinking about this story for weeks to come! Such a phenomenal story and I cannot wait to see the next installment from this author!
May 20, 2022
Zach Teager has a dark past just like his brothers and because of that past he still lives with demons that haunt him and have shaped him into the man he is today. When one night he meets Ray a small boy who coincidentally looks just like he did at that age he feels a connection with him and a fierceness to protect this little boy. As Zach learns more about Zach, his mother Hope, and their lives he becomes attached to them all and wants to give them so much to help better their situations. Hope is an independent woman who works hard and takes care of her family so when Zach situates himself in their lives she is very skeptical and doesn’t want any hand outs, but Zach has a way of getting what he wants and that is to provide for them. He suggest to Hope that they get married so that he can help take care of them, give them the life they deserve, but he can’t promise fidelity to Hope. Hope is desperate so she agrees, but feelings become too much to fight and they explore this tension between, but with Zach’s past will he ever overcome his fears and be the man they need? This was a great story and we get to see more into the lives of the Teager brothers and their horrible past. I was a tad upset with the way Rose reacted to Hope but I know she doesn’t like change and still struggles with her own issues and Zach’s marriage did come out of left field, yet I thought she might be the one being al title more welcoming instead she just ignored her until the end. Overall this was a great read and seeing Zach struggle with himself hurt my hear, but will his need to help Hope and Ray change him?
May 25, 2022
Marrying Hope is the 3rd book in The Teager Family series and this one is about middle brother Zach and Hope. Hope is a single mom struggling under the weight of her responsibilities to care for her ailing mother, her young son and her job as a baker. Zach is struggling with his own trauma from his childhood and feeling a sense of loss until he meets Ray one day. Ray is the spitting image of Zach as a young child and he feels an overwhelming need to protect and provide for him and his mother, Hope. What started out as a marriage of convenience turns into something neither Zach nor Hope could predict.
Hope’s story is heartbreaking and tells you of her caring strength and perseverance selflessly putting others before herself. Like all the Teager brothers, Zach has suffered a terrible trauma growing up, and he thought he was coping but he really wasn’t. With Hope, everything Zach thought he knew about himself began to change- his feelings, his outlook on life and his desire to care for someone else. Hope and Zach form a special connection and you can see their affection for each other clearly. Also, Ray is adorable and the bond he shares with Zach is amazing!
The Teager Family is close so you get life updates on everyone. In true Rose fashion, it took awhile for her to warm up to Hope but once she did you could feel the level balance of the whole family be restored. Zane, the youngest Teager, will finally have his story told later this year and I can’t wait to read it!
Thank you @vikkijayauthor for this eARC in exchange for my honest feedback!
Hope’s story is heartbreaking and tells you of her caring strength and perseverance selflessly putting others before herself. Like all the Teager brothers, Zach has suffered a terrible trauma growing up, and he thought he was coping but he really wasn’t. With Hope, everything Zach thought he knew about himself began to change- his feelings, his outlook on life and his desire to care for someone else. Hope and Zach form a special connection and you can see their affection for each other clearly. Also, Ray is adorable and the bond he shares with Zach is amazing!
The Teager Family is close so you get life updates on everyone. In true Rose fashion, it took awhile for her to warm up to Hope but once she did you could feel the level balance of the whole family be restored. Zane, the youngest Teager, will finally have his story told later this year and I can’t wait to read it!
Thank you @vikkijayauthor for this eARC in exchange for my honest feedback!
June 1, 2022
ARC review - provided by the Author via Give Me Books - I happily give my honest opinion. - Hope is a struggling single mom. Trying to juggle work, a young child and a sick mother. Zach stubbles in to her life when he comes to the rescue of her son. He is drawn to Ray as he looks like him when he was young and this brings up lots of emotions as he had a very traumatic childhood. When he see that Hope is struggling he wants to help, but she doesn’t understand why he is so drawn the them at first. The more time they spend together, the more she realises what a good man he is. When her sleazy boss tries to get her in trouble Zach offers to give her a marriage of convenience as way to fix her problems. She really doesn’t have a lot of other options and she trusts Zach. The only issue is he is not offering a conventional marriage as he doesn’t think he deserves this. The story is complicated by him not originally telling her about his past and issues it has caused. I was very frustrated with Zach at times, it was obvious that he was falling for his wife, but he kept pushing her away. Hope was very understanding and considering what she had been through she was also very brave and hopeful. This is a slow burn story, but there is definitely passion there and we do get a HEA. Zach and Ray’s relationship was adorable and I liked Hope’s relationship with her mum and Will.
May 29, 2022
Wow! Intense and crazy and I couldn’t get enough fast enough!! I am beyond grateful I took a chance on a new to me author because the words this author writes is unlike anything I’ve read!!
Zach was always a mystery to me and made me hope for more for him. Funny enough he meets his Hope! I love their interaction from the beginning! I love how they begin and the middle and even towards the end! I was always curious how Zach’s story would go and this author didn’t disappoint! This author takes you on a journey no other author has ever taken me on. The built up alone was mind blowing to feel in my own heart and mind!
Hope is such an outstanding character to read! I LOVED her relationship with William and it just made me smile each time they were around one another. She isn’t like the typical mom and her strength through everything she’s gone through rocks me to my core! I felt every moment of emotions Hope had; every time she was scared, sad, hopeful, aroused, giddy and unsure.
This story was intense but had so many amazing moments I laughed out loud. I smiled so much too that I had to bite my lip in worry that something was coming at every turn! I am so wrapped up with Zach and Hope and Ray right now I will sleep dreaming of them too!! Way to go, such a great story!!
Zach was always a mystery to me and made me hope for more for him. Funny enough he meets his Hope! I love their interaction from the beginning! I love how they begin and the middle and even towards the end! I was always curious how Zach’s story would go and this author didn’t disappoint! This author takes you on a journey no other author has ever taken me on. The built up alone was mind blowing to feel in my own heart and mind!
Hope is such an outstanding character to read! I LOVED her relationship with William and it just made me smile each time they were around one another. She isn’t like the typical mom and her strength through everything she’s gone through rocks me to my core! I felt every moment of emotions Hope had; every time she was scared, sad, hopeful, aroused, giddy and unsure.
This story was intense but had so many amazing moments I laughed out loud. I smiled so much too that I had to bite my lip in worry that something was coming at every turn! I am so wrapped up with Zach and Hope and Ray right now I will sleep dreaming of them too!! Way to go, such a great story!!
June 4, 2022
Zach sees himself as broken and flawed, believing no one could love him for how he copes with his childhood trauma. The one thing he knows for sure, he never wants to have children and pass on his issues to someone else. Then one day he meets Ray, a boy who looks very similar to himself which captivates him. This leads to meeting Hope, Ray’s mother, a single mother doing everything she can to provide a good life for Ray. But Zach fears she won’t be able to and Ray could end up in foster care so he begins inserting himself into their lives. Hope really doesn’t understand why Zach is suddenly at their home almost every day. She doesn’t appreciate his over-the-top, prince like behaviors. But the more time Zach and Hope spend together, she gets to know the true man behind the persona. When Zach offers to marry Hope and provide her with all the firsts she missed as a teen mom, well, this to me, was a very unconventional relationship. The stipulation by Zach is no emotions will be involved, he is too afraid. Of course, what the heart wants, we really can’t deny. When Hope realizes she has fallen for Zach, will that ruin this new life that connects all three of them? Ray is a beautiful light and something Zach needed in his world to help him see what he was missing and what was truly possible. I enjoyed the slow burn of this romance. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.
May 30, 2022
Zach Teager is the hottest bachelor millionaire in town, he has a great family but he also has dark secrets. He suffered so much as a child, there’s some issues he’s still having as a consequence of his tough upbringing. Enter in the picture Ray, a kid Zach meets by chance one night, and his life changes forever. Zach feels a connection to Ray, besides the fact that they’re the spitting image of each other and he decides he needs to be there for Ray no matter what. Ray’s mom, Hope, is a beautiful and brace single mom that desperately needs to be able to have someone on her corner. What starts as a friendship between Zach and Ray ends up being a HEA for the entire family.
It’s no secret I love this series, the amount of background we get on the characters makes me feel more connected with them as I read their stories. Zach has so much pain still from his past that he cannot accept that he’s a good man and deserves to be loved. Hope enters this relationship blindly, she thinks she’s getting the help she needs to give Ray everything, but she ends up getting so much more. She gets her chance at happiness as well. I loved Ray so much, probably my favorite character in the book. Such a smart and kind boy!
It’s no secret I love this series, the amount of background we get on the characters makes me feel more connected with them as I read their stories. Zach has so much pain still from his past that he cannot accept that he’s a good man and deserves to be loved. Hope enters this relationship blindly, she thinks she’s getting the help she needs to give Ray everything, but she ends up getting so much more. She gets her chance at happiness as well. I loved Ray so much, probably my favorite character in the book. Such a smart and kind boy!
May 31, 2022
My sweet Zach, I am glad that you found Hope and her son Ray!
Zach has a lot of emotional scars from his childhood, he thinks he found a way with coping with it, but all of that changes when he meets a sweet young boy named Ray. Ray looks exactly like Zach did when he was younger, and Zach is determined to find out if they are related. One thing that Zach did not expect was marrying his mother and falling for her.
Hope is the definition of a determined mother. She will do whatever she has to in order to provide for her son and ailing mother. She was not expecting Zach to come into their life and change everything. When Zach proposed marriage in order to take care of them, but no love involved, Hope does it for her son. Now both of them are falling in love and don't know how to stop it.
Zach and Hope were perfect for one another. She did not immediately fall for him or anything. It started as a friendship and grew from there. Hope is exactly what Zach needs, she has a wonderful heart and only wants the simple things. WARNING...both Zach and Hope have traumatic pasts, be ready.
Also, it was nice to catch up a little bit with Rose!
Zach has a lot of emotional scars from his childhood, he thinks he found a way with coping with it, but all of that changes when he meets a sweet young boy named Ray. Ray looks exactly like Zach did when he was younger, and Zach is determined to find out if they are related. One thing that Zach did not expect was marrying his mother and falling for her.
Hope is the definition of a determined mother. She will do whatever she has to in order to provide for her son and ailing mother. She was not expecting Zach to come into their life and change everything. When Zach proposed marriage in order to take care of them, but no love involved, Hope does it for her son. Now both of them are falling in love and don't know how to stop it.
Zach and Hope were perfect for one another. She did not immediately fall for him or anything. It started as a friendship and grew from there. Hope is exactly what Zach needs, she has a wonderful heart and only wants the simple things. WARNING...both Zach and Hope have traumatic pasts, be ready.
Also, it was nice to catch up a little bit with Rose!
June 3, 2022
Having read Beautiful Rose and Loving Rose i've been looking so forward to more! As soon as this third book was announced i knew it had to be the next book by Ms.Jay that i picked up next! I started reading it as soon as i could and got back into the The Teager Family world! I so enjoyed this story!
Hope and Zach's journey pulled me in! As Zach proposes a marriage convenience to Hope, I couldn't wait to see how everything would play out for them.
I was so glad that i got to dig deeper with these two characters. Hope had such strength and so did Zach! I loved the realness that both of them showed throughout. The chemistry was so good! I really liked how i got into their story and felt so many things throughout with these characters. I adored the moments between Hope and Ray as well as Zach and Ray!
I enjoyed what the other characters brought to the story, especially Hope's son Ray!
With Marrying Hope, Ms.Jay has created such a good read that will capture your attention and make you feel so much! I am so looking forward to more from her!
*I volunteered to read and review a copy of this book from Give Me Books Promotions / the author*
Hope and Zach's journey pulled me in! As Zach proposes a marriage convenience to Hope, I couldn't wait to see how everything would play out for them.
I was so glad that i got to dig deeper with these two characters. Hope had such strength and so did Zach! I loved the realness that both of them showed throughout. The chemistry was so good! I really liked how i got into their story and felt so many things throughout with these characters. I adored the moments between Hope and Ray as well as Zach and Ray!
I enjoyed what the other characters brought to the story, especially Hope's son Ray!
With Marrying Hope, Ms.Jay has created such a good read that will capture your attention and make you feel so much! I am so looking forward to more from her!
*I volunteered to read and review a copy of this book from Give Me Books Promotions / the author*
June 3, 2022
Marring Hope is a beautifully written story of hope and compassion. Zach Teager did not have the best childhood. An accidental meeting with a young boy changes his life. Hope, a single mom, does whatever she can to raise her son with the help of her ailing mother.
Hope and Zach’s relationship starts off very unconventional but grows into a beautiful loving family. Their personal growth adds to the growth of themselves as a couple. Zach doesn’t start off as the perfect book boyfriend but as the story progresses, his good intentions bloom and he becomes a book boyfriend that will have you wanting more.
A storyline that includes family and friends is well rounded, well written and keeps you engaged. I loved this story. I have read the other two books in the Teager Family Series, Beautiful Rose and Loving Rose, and Marrying Hope is the perfect addition to the family. I received an advance copy in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are mine and were not influenced by the author or her promotional team.
Hope and Zach’s relationship starts off very unconventional but grows into a beautiful loving family. Their personal growth adds to the growth of themselves as a couple. Zach doesn’t start off as the perfect book boyfriend but as the story progresses, his good intentions bloom and he becomes a book boyfriend that will have you wanting more.
A storyline that includes family and friends is well rounded, well written and keeps you engaged. I loved this story. I have read the other two books in the Teager Family Series, Beautiful Rose and Loving Rose, and Marrying Hope is the perfect addition to the family. I received an advance copy in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are mine and were not influenced by the author or her promotional team.
June 1, 2022
Oh wow! I knew it, these Teager Brothers are pretty amazing. I was sure Zander was the best of them, but here comes Zach to take the first place so far (I think Zane is gonna win). This book is amazing, Vikky always makes me feel everything in her stories. Zach and Hope are so marvelous together, how they fall in love with each other is great to witness. Ray is an amazing boy too, like Charlie and Alex. Hope is the most amazing mom, strong and capable of everything for her son, her life. Zach love with everything in him without feeling capable. Together they are perfection, the romance, the love and the family love is just what you need in a book like this. Can’t wait for more about the Teager Family.
May 23, 2022
Vikki does not disappoint! This is the fourth book I’ve read by Vikki and I can’t decided which of the books are my favourite since they are all THAT good. This book features another one of the Teager brothers and this book is so charming and funny. Hope is so lovable and relatable trying to raise her son and take care of her family. Their romance isn’t linear or predictable and leaves a reader rooting for them the whole way. I can’t wait for the next books in this series!
June 2, 2022
Marrying Hope is book #3 in The Teager Family series.
I liked this easy to read, slow burning, sweet, romance story. The Teager Family is intriguing bunch. Zach, is one of those guys you read about in fairytales. He's drawn toward little Ray, his single mom Hope, and Hope's mother Gigi. I laughed at Gigi antics. This is the first book I have read from this author, and it won't be my last, it was a charming read. Also I'm going to go back and read the other books in this series.
I liked this easy to read, slow burning, sweet, romance story. The Teager Family is intriguing bunch. Zach, is one of those guys you read about in fairytales. He's drawn toward little Ray, his single mom Hope, and Hope's mother Gigi. I laughed at Gigi antics. This is the first book I have read from this author, and it won't be my last, it was a charming read. Also I'm going to go back and read the other books in this series.
May 24, 2022
Loved this story so much! Zach and his love for hope and ray is just heartwarming. Their relationship didn’t start as a typical relationship but sure was amazing by the end!! Wish I could have more of them. Their story is my favorite so far but I am super excited to read Zane’s now!!! 💕
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June 2, 2022
I really enjoyed Hope and Zach's story. The way he was with Ray was so sweet. Also, how he helped hope really pulled on my heart strings. I know have to go back and read the first 2 in the series!!
July 4, 2022
I REALLY enjoyed this book! I feel like the ending was a bit rushed. It seemed like everything tied together really quickly.
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June 3, 2022
Low Angst Read
This was a beautiful addition to these brother’s journey. I loved to finally see Zach’s hea. I adored seeing Rose and Zander cameos in this one. It can be enjoyed as a stand-alone. I’m super excited for Zane’s book. This marriage of convenience was a great read. Zach’s protective scene made this entire book. It was that good. Xox
This was a beautiful addition to these brother’s journey. I loved to finally see Zach’s hea. I adored seeing Rose and Zander cameos in this one. It can be enjoyed as a stand-alone. I’m super excited for Zane’s book. This marriage of convenience was a great read. Zach’s protective scene made this entire book. It was that good. Xox
July 6, 2025
Another emotional well paced smooth read from Vikki Jay.
I really loved the initial connection between Zach and Ray, and how that bond expanded to include Hope.
Their past pain was heartbreaking, but seeing their relationship grow into love was beautiful.
A good, solid read. I’m definitely picking up Zane’s book
I really loved the initial connection between Zach and Ray, and how that bond expanded to include Hope.
Their past pain was heartbreaking, but seeing their relationship grow into love was beautiful.
A good, solid read. I’m definitely picking up Zane’s book
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