Straight Up Love by Lexi Ryan
Published: May 08, 2018
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Synopsis:
From New York Times bestselling author Lexi Ryan comes a sexy new standalone romance about a woman who’d do anything to have a baby and the man who’d do anything to have her…
For my 30th birthday, I’m giving myself the one thing I want most: a baby. Sure, this would be easier if I had a husband—or even a boyfriend—but I refuse to be thwarted by minor details.
When I drunkenly confess my plans to my friends, they convince me to ask Jake Jackson for help. Jake, the best friend who’s been there for me through thick and thin. Jake, who also happens to be smart, funny, ridiculously good looking, and the winner of all the genetic lotteries.
So when Jake takes me up on my request—with the stipulation that we get the job done the old-fashioned way—I’d be a fool to decline.
The only problem? I don’t know if I can separate sex from all the things I feel for this amazing man. If I can’t keep my heart under lock and key, I risk losing the relationship I need the most.
Jake has his own reasons for granting my baby wish. But when I discover his secrets, it could mean the end of us. I have to choose—run or stay and fight for love.
Fall for the boys of Jackson Harbor in Lexi Ryan’s sexy new contemporary romance series. These books can all be read as standalones, but you’ll enjoy reading them as a series!
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Excerpt:
“Can we talk about this?” I ask.
“No,” she says, her voice muffled.
I cross the room and pull the blanket off her head. I know she’s hungover, but I can’t just walk away from this conversation. I barely slept last night, freaking torn up about her pregnancy and all its implications, and now she’s telling me she’s not pregnant. She just wants to be, and she wants my help.
What the fuck does that mean?
“Talk.” I fold my arms across my chest.
“I want a family, and I’m sick of waiting for Mr. Right to come along, so I’m going to do it on my own.”
“And you want my help?” Hell. I’m trying really hard not to jump to conclusions here. Emphasis on hard.
“Yeah. I mean, no. I mean . . .” She takes a deep breath. “It sounded like a good idea last night.”
Doing baby-making things with Ava sounds like a good idea to me every minute of every hour of every damn day, but I’m quite aware that doing that with me doesn’t cross her mind nearly as often. Okay, or ever. “Last night, when you asked for my help, you meant you wanted me to get you pregnant?”
She scowls. “Are you being dense on purpose?”
“I promise I’m not.” But if ever there was a conversation where I’m going to need things spelled out for me, this is it. “I just want to make sure I understand.”
She presses her palm to her forehead. “I just wanted you to jack off in a cup and hand it to me. Not the weird way.”
Right. Because that wouldn’t be weird. “I’m sorry.” I hold up a finger. “Give me a sec.” I walk around the room, scanning the ceiling and the corners. I check behind the lamp and crack the closet to look in there.
“What are you doing, Jake?”
I spin on her. “I’m looking for the camera—the one you planted before you Punk’d me. Is that show even still a thing? Because I’m sure I’m being Punk’d right now.”
My Readultery Life Review
Seriously, I just need a minute or two, to acknowledge how
good this book is. It is the absolute perfect friends to lover’s romance that I
have read in a very, VERY long time. Lexi Ryan you have out done yourself.
Having read The Wrong Kind of Love (the first book in The Boys
of Jackson Harbor) and meeting Jake Jackson, I was so excited to read his and
Ava’s story.
From the first page, Straight Up Love had me tied up in
knots of excitement and frustration, the need to see Jake and Ava finalise realise
their feelings for each other had me at the end of my seat. But boy, when they
finally gave in to their wants and desires, they gave us some red-hot scenes,
that left me satisfied.
I connected to Ava in a way that I haven’t connected to a
character before. Her want to have a family but not being able to do so, broke
my heart. I know that feeling, it can leave you feeling like a hole is missing
and nothing than having your child will fill that gap. But her determination to
make her dream come true was inspiring, not giving up on a dream is so important
to remember. This is what I love to read about, characters that are beautifully
flawed but so realistic it has you questioning yourself and reality.
Jake just completely stole my heart. Pure and simple. He is what
a best friend is all about. Wanting what is best for your friend and being
prepared to sacrifice your own happiness to make sure that they get some form
of HEA. Watching Ava marry someone else wasn’t easy, but he was willing to
forgo his dreams to ensure that her dreams came alive. While Ava’s marriage didn’t
last, Jake’s love for her grew stronger every day. It was so beautiful to read and
watch his dream of having Ava as his own. While it wasn’t an easy road for both
character’s it made the end just that bit sweeter.
Lexi Blake gives us a story that will leave you feeling
breathless! Her ability to create fantastic characters and realistic storylines
allows for a breath-taking read. Be prepared to have your heart strings pulled
in all directions but believe me the pain and frustration is so worth it in the
end. And I guess that’s the point, the best things in life are usually the
hardest things we must experience.
I am looking forward to reading more from the series. Make
sure you check out both books, you will be in for a treat!!
***** 5 Stars
Meet Lexi:
Lexi Ryan is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of emotional romance that sizzles. A former academic and English professor, Lexi considers herself the luckiest girl around to make a living through storytelling. She loves spending time with her crazy kids, weightlifting, ice cream, swoony heroes, and vodka martinis.
Lexi lives in Indiana with her husband, two children, and a spoiled dog. You can find her at her website: www.lexiryan.com
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