Fantastic story! 💜

Amy Daws does it again. I loved everything about this story. It’s funny, charming and sexy.
Their chemistry is on fire. The “plus size” main female character is fresh and unique but the story doesn’t focus on her size, and that’s how it should be. Everly is freaking adorable. The ex and her new partner was a great addition to this story. There was the perfect amount of drama combined with this romance.
The narration was absolutely brilliant. Erin Mallon and Teddy Hamilton’s performances were outstanding. Their emotions and voice acting really brought this story to life. Well done everyone!
This book is a complete standalone with an HEA but also has reoccurring characters from the Wait With Me Series.
I highly recommend this book!

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✫✫ 4.5 Stars ✫✫

First I want to say THANK YOU for not making me wait for an audiobook and releasing it the same day as the other editions, Second THANK YOU for casting Erin Mallon as Cozy and Teddy Hamilton as Max and last THANK YOU for giving us a Single Dad & a Plus Size Women!! These are only some of the reasons why I loved this book.

Max started off a bit grumpy but from the very beginning I knew I would love him because his daughter always came first. I not only loved how much he loved his daughters, I also loved how he treated Cozy's body insecurities. He got mad that she didn't see herself the way he did and made sure to tell her why she was perfect the way she was. Cozy was different in the beginning, she came into this book like an airhead with a very whimsical way about her but then as we get to know her we find that she gets nervous and that's when she gets a little bit crazy LOL. She is actually a very intelligent, caring and creative person. I loved that she loved Everly from the beginning. The author included a lot of scenes with the daughter Everly which is a huge plus for me since a lot Romance books tend to forget the kids in the story. This book has a few very funny scenes that had me laughing out loud but it also had some serious topics like unhealthy work environments, stress health, divorce and LGBTQ parenting. That reminds me, I need to mention how much I LOVE a book that has a couple who are divorced and can still remember that they are adults that once were in love and make sure their child sees that they can make their new dynamic work. <3 Perfection!!!

The last thing I have to say is I will be ok if I never hear the word Zaddy again HAHA.

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Worth a Credit

Overall, pretty great read but not my favorite from this author. I love a “curvy” heroine but I’m so tired of the fact every book about a plus-sized woman focuses SO MUCH on her size. We get it. She’s on the “bigger” side and doesn’t necessarily fit the “societal standard of beauty” but she’s still gorgeous. Agreed and moving on. Excellent narration, interesting plot, and enjoyable, delightful ending. I do think it’s worth a credit.

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Steamy fun

A sexy single dad who is a genuinely nice guy, but also kind of a possessive caveman? Yeah, that works for me! This hero steals the show with his combination of sweet and alpha/businessman and caveman, but I also loved the vibrant heroine who has unexpected sides of her own. The two make for a very compelling combination, and the boss/nanny/forbidden element really worked as well. It's steamy fun, with a fling to more romance that slowly shifts into something deeper, and there's never a dull moment along the way. The chemistry between our couple sizzled, and there are many, many fan-worthy moments. It's the banter and playfulness that really stood out for me though; Max and Cozy have an instant spark between them, they just have very different attitudes. I enjoyed the boss/nanny dynamic, which felt different than the norm because of her age (26). Cozy is no young or timid heroine falling for the boss, she's a strong and independent woman who knows exactly what she's getting into... at least until she gets in over her head.

The story follows Max, a successful businessman who is excited to have his daughter full-time for the summer. He's a great dad who takes the time to truly care about his daughter, but he does need a nanny to help carry the load. Unfortunately, they've been unable to find the perfect fit, and the hot mess of a woman who interviews last doesn't seem to fit the bill either. But when Max's daughter chooses Cassandra/Cozy, he finds himself hiring the seemingly carefree woman. Cozy isn't the typical nanny, and her philosophy seems to be no planning, no worries. When she moves into the guest house, it immediately changes the dynamic, and it's not long before Max finds himself inexplicably drawn to her. Messing around with his nanny is a terrible idea, but something about Cozy brings out Max's baser instincts.

It's a steamy book with plenty of humor, and the tone remains light even when it tackles some difficult subjects. I kinda loved that we got these first impressions of Max and Cozy, and there was so much more swimming beneath the surface to discover throughout. Sure, we've gotten to see bits and pieces of Max throughout the series (absolutely not required reading), but I always pictured him as more of a serious businessman type. He's a lot more fun here, and certainly more jealous/possessive than anyone would've guessed. Max and Cozy are awesome together, and it was really refreshing to see a guy loving and embracing his girl's full figure. If anything, Cozy's body just makes Max go into overdrive, lol. The story is not focused on her weight, which was great too. It was also not focused on Max's backstory either, though I can certainly see how it shaped him into the man he is today. There were a couple of minor things that bugged me about that, but nothing major holding me back from enjoying the story. I'm usually not the biggest fan of "let's bang out the attraction" storylines, but there was a lot more going on here, so it kept me hooked. This was another very solid installment in the series, though it's also easy to read as a standalone - and here's hoping it's the start of a spinoff series.

Audio note: The audio was excellent! It definitely enhanced the story, and may have even pulled this from a strong 4 to a 5-star read for me. It's dual narration, with Teddy Hamilton and Erin Mallon performing throughout. I'm a big fan of both, so their voices added a level of comfort and relaxation to the story... and a little extra heat during the steamy scenes! Which, yeah, I wouldn't recommend this one for the office. It gets steamy and/or suggestive early on, and stays that way. The tone is perfect for audio though, and I really enjoyed the audio experience. This one is longer than some of the others in the series (11+ hours), so you might have trouble finishing in a single day, but I eagerly picked the book back up after every break - and that's always a good sign.

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*3.5 Stars*

*3.5 Stars*

I am so bummed I didn't absolutely love this book like the others in the series. I waited very impatiently for this story and was so excited to get my hands on it. Even though this wasn't my favorite story, I still enjoyed many moments and overall rooted for Max and Cozy to get their happily ever after.

A couple of things bothered me. First off, there were a couple things that were repeated quite a bit that took me out of the moment in the story and I don't think they needed to be used so often. It might just be a me thing but I cringed when the word "Zaddy" was said, and it was a lot. Also, everything seemed to "unlock a kink." Both of these things got old fast to me.

My favorite part of this story was Everly, Max's daughter. She was the cutest, smartest, and sweetest, kid and she stole the show for me. I also loved getting updates from the other characters in this series. The epilogue was just what I needed and wanted!

I really loved the way the narrators brought these two to life! They both did a fabulous job.

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Worth a credit!!!

Amy Daws never disappoints and this book is a welcome addition to the series. You will laugh, cry, and blush. If you are looking for a book with all the feels and is entertaining… look no further!

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No, No, No!!!

It can’t be the last!! This book is way beyond excellent! It doesn’t just have all the feels, you FEEL all the feels. You are so immersed in the story, it can not end. You just want to live in their world. Amy’s writing is outstanding. She takes a simple trope (rich guy falls for the nanny) and transforms it into something amazing. Her characters are real and their depth is…..I have no words. I love seeing characters from previous books in this series, this series is one of my all time favorites.
Teddy and Erin definitely did justice to Amy’s characters, an excellent choice for narrators.💖💖💖💖💖💖

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🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟Great story and narration!🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

As usual the narration is top notch with Erin and Teddy! The author is still new to me. This is my second listen of hers and both have been so good. The second half of this story kept me in tears from either laughing or crying. Cozy was so incredibly relatable. Often times the big CEO male character is written as harsh around the edges. I liked that Max was so lovable and kind. It’s also enjoyable that the characters all mingle throughout the author’s books but each book can be read/listened to as a standalone. I’m looking forward to my next listen by Amy Daws.

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Definitely not first on my list

Overall: By the middle of the book, I genuinely thought the two protagonists are better off not together, which imo doesn’t bode well for the story.

Like:
- story was easy to follow
- I’m not the biggest fan of having children characters in steamy books, but this was quite well done and I really liked the kid.
- The narrators! Loved them
Dislike:
- a little tired of the mediocre female catches the eye of millionaire bachelor trope (do we need to keep hearing about how unconfident she is?)
- Steamy scenes aren’t that … steamy imo. Almost felt rushed and the flashbacks to the scenes seem unnecessary if the original scenes were good enough, but here we are
- Not everything sexual is a “kink” - and not the biggest fan of the repetition of “zaddy”

SPOILER WARNING: I don’t understand why other characters pushes Cozy to get back to work (her mother especially) when she basically almost died because of it. And the idea that NO ONE from her workplace visited her in the hospital? Really? (Even if their “jobs were threaten”) The amount of suspension of disbelieve is a little much.

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Love!

This was amazing!!! I could not get enough of these characters! There needs to be a sequel !
This was so well done!