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Baby for the Bad Boy: A Forbidden Second Chance Romance
303 pages, Paperback
Published January 30, 2026
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February 4, 2026
ARC honest review…
I had the opportunity to have an ARC of this book. I really enjoyed it; however, I don’t feel the blurb I read for the book really fit the story.
I loved the mystery/thriller aspect of the story, the developing second chance romance between Cole and Brynn, and the story as a whole was pretty swell.
Some of the timing/age reference really confused me and didn’t make sense and there was a little repetition in scenes and words…
With that being said, I’d still recommend the book and give it 4 stars.
I had the opportunity to have an ARC of this book. I really enjoyed it; however, I don’t feel the blurb I read for the book really fit the story.
I loved the mystery/thriller aspect of the story, the developing second chance romance between Cole and Brynn, and the story as a whole was pretty swell.
Some of the timing/age reference really confused me and didn’t make sense and there was a little repetition in scenes and words…
With that being said, I’d still recommend the book and give it 4 stars.
February 5, 2026
A beautiful story overall, just with a rough start for me and Brynn - I did not vibe with her in the beginning and thought she felt a little flat. However by a quarter of the way into the story? Brynn had grown on me. Loved the dynamic between Brynn and Cole from the start.
My heart was breaking hearing Cole’s story, especially when Ricky came into the story as well. Tears everywhere!!!
Thought the backstory with Cole and Romain was very interesting and fun to read. My favorite POVs were Cole’s!
Really loved how Brynn’s grandmother was incorporated and still felt like a “main character” despite her passing.
The initial sex scene was very sweet and tender; I’m glad it didn’t happen right away. Felt like perfect timing.
Overall a relatively quick and easy, but still fun and interesting, read.
My heart was breaking hearing Cole’s story, especially when Ricky came into the story as well. Tears everywhere!!!
Thought the backstory with Cole and Romain was very interesting and fun to read. My favorite POVs were Cole’s!
Really loved how Brynn’s grandmother was incorporated and still felt like a “main character” despite her passing.
The initial sex scene was very sweet and tender; I’m glad it didn’t happen right away. Felt like perfect timing.
Overall a relatively quick and easy, but still fun and interesting, read.
February 8, 2026
Baby for the Bad Boy is an emotional, second‑chance romance with heart, heat, and real stakes. Cole is a compelling redemption hero—an ex‑con fighting to rebuild his life—and Brynn is a strong, determined heroine trying to save her grandmother’s community center while confronting a past she never truly escaped. Their long‑simmering connection and unresolved history add depth and tension to every interaction.
The story blends romance with suspense, social issues, and genuine emotional weight, especially in its portrayal of trauma and healing after incarceration. While some dialogue felt repetitive and the darker elements weren’t entirely my personal taste, the book is well written, engaging, and delivers a satisfying HEA. If you enjoy forbidden second‑chance romance with danger, redemption, and steam, this one is worth the read.
The story blends romance with suspense, social issues, and genuine emotional weight, especially in its portrayal of trauma and healing after incarceration. While some dialogue felt repetitive and the darker elements weren’t entirely my personal taste, the book is well written, engaging, and delivers a satisfying HEA. If you enjoy forbidden second‑chance romance with danger, redemption, and steam, this one is worth the read.
February 3, 2026
Love that was declared as teenagers! Scandal strikes within the family and he gets caught up defending her family. Does he miss his chance? Will they find their way back to one another?
"I'm done chasing you. I'm done waiting for you to decide if I'm worth the risk. If you want me — really want me — then you're going to have to actually choose me. Not halfway. Not when it's convenient. All the way. And if you can't do that, then we're done.’
Will they get their happily ever after?
I enjoyed this book! It was romance, spice and mystery all in one. It had a great storyline. The characters had great banter. Everything you want in a good read!
"I'm done chasing you. I'm done waiting for you to decide if I'm worth the risk. If you want me — really want me — then you're going to have to actually choose me. Not halfway. Not when it's convenient. All the way. And if you can't do that, then we're done.’
Will they get their happily ever after?
I enjoyed this book! It was romance, spice and mystery all in one. It had a great storyline. The characters had great banter. Everything you want in a good read!
February 18, 2026
This story had my emotions all over the place. From happy to sad to extremely angry. It pretty much covered them all. I really enjoyed getting to know both Cole and Brynn. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. I couldn't help but root for them to get their HEA. This book has action, romance, unconditional love and heart breaking betrayal. The most gut wrenching part of the story is summed up in one sentence, I wish I had answered the phone. It absolutely broke my heart. I did loved Cole's humor!! This is an amazing story that takes you from broken to amazing love. I highly recommend.
January 31, 2026
What a marvelous adventure that Brynn and Cole are about to take you on
when you start to read this hard to put down best friend's little sister romance book right here. EEEK I was really excited to see that Gia had a new romance book out and boy oh boy what a marvelous job she did creating this 5/5-star book. There is something sexy about the way the man on the cover is looking at you it's like he can see right into your soul. I can't recommend this book enough because OMG it's one HOT and STEAMY read with some surprises I loved.
when you start to read this hard to put down best friend's little sister romance book right here. EEEK I was really excited to see that Gia had a new romance book out and boy oh boy what a marvelous job she did creating this 5/5-star book. There is something sexy about the way the man on the cover is looking at you it's like he can see right into your soul. I can't recommend this book enough because OMG it's one HOT and STEAMY read with some surprises I loved.
February 2, 2026
This was an ARC I received and a new author for me. This book had all the feels and emotions along with lots of chemistry and love. The MFC was strong and the MMC was not afraid of showing his emotions or sharing his heart. Plot was mysterious and very well executed. Will def read more of this author.
February 4, 2026
Bad boys, second chance lovers, small town romance all blend together seamlessly in this well written book. And in some suspense and intrigue and you got a book that you can’t put down and characters who wish you knew in real life. I thoroughly enjoyed this book from beginning to end and look forward to reading more of this author’s works!
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