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Anna Thompson has led a . . . boring life. She’s ready for adventure and she’s determined to have the time of her life. She talks her best friends into going on a cruise with her where she plans on having an amazingly sensual love affair. Then she’ll be a good girl and return back home to Seattle where it rains ninety-five percent of the time.

Some people might say Evan Covington works too much. He’d tell those who do that maybe they need more work ethics. He’s perfectly content with his life. He’s a shark in the boardroom and doesn’t lack for nighttime companions. What could be better than that?

Both Anna and Evan are in for a surprise that will have them rushing to the alter . . . where one of them will be left standing. Will it be a vacation fling . . . or will it be a happily ever after? Find out in this whirlwind romance story that travels the world and finds that home truly is where the heart waits.

66 pages, ebook

First published December 18, 2018

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Melody Anne

132 books5,042 followers
Nobody likes sexy men, sassy heroines, and emotionally charged books, right? WRONG! We all want to feel extraordinary when we read, and that's exactly what you'll get when you pick up a Melody Anne book. She has the feel-good stories of a damsel in distress with prince charming riding in to save the day . . . and she also has emotionally charged books that take you through a journey of emotion as you try to figure out if you love or hate the characters as they find themselves. What you get at the end of every Melody Anne book is a resolution that has you begging for more.

Melody Anne is a NYT best selling author of more than 70 books about strong women, strong families, and sexy strong men. Each series has its own theme, and each is different. Melody touches subjects others might not want to touch and you won't get away from reading one of her series without laughing, crying, and thinking about the journey you've just gone on even months later.

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5,385 reviews74 followers
December 19, 2018
Way too short so it seems like a silly premise.
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630 reviews
February 27, 2020
I loved this book couldn't put it down. Anna Thompson and her two best friends Olivia Newman and Grace are tired of their boring lives so they decide to go to on a vacation to the Caribbean and get wild. On the first day there they meet Evan Covinton and Olivia and Grace drool over him, but Evan only has eyes for Anna. When Anna starts drinking too much by herself Evan shows up and takes her to the side where no one can here and tells her that he has to get marry soon. When Anna wakes up the next morning she sees signed paper and makes an excuse to leave, but when she gets to her room she tells the girls that they have to leave now. Two weeks later on her way to her office she bumps into someone and when she hears his voice she is shocked.
467 reviews5 followers
January 1, 2019
When Anna decided she needed a change after a breakup, she talked her two best friends into a get away. As soon as they got to the resort they ran into hotter than hades Evan Covington. Both Grace and Olivia would gladly be his play thing for a night but he only had eyes for Anna. Too bad she decided she couldn't handle the attraction and blows him off. Only to discover when Evan wants something, he stops at nothing to get it. I loved how Evan was so patient with her even after she continued to run away every time they got close. This was a quick feel good story that leaves you with hope that good people really do get what they deserve sometimes.
Profile Image for Linda Kam.
680 reviews
December 19, 2018
Excellent.

Brilliant book. Loved the storyline and the connection between all the characters.
Adored Anna and Evan. So happy they eventually made their marriage known to all their family and friends. I know Evan went about it the wrong way initially but so glad he got it right eventually and not give up.
Have absolutely loved this series. Every single book has been a blast. Well done to each of the authors involved.
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Author 8 books21 followers
December 19, 2018
I knew this story was short when I bought it, but since I normally love Melody Anne's work, I took the chance. It didn't win me over. I really liked all the characters and the writing was fine, but things were kept too shallow with the mains. There wasn't any real tension and the resolution at the end was like a shoulder shrug. I wanted more emotion. I'm going to do my own shoulder shrug and say this was just not for me.
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3,591 reviews3 followers
December 20, 2018
Second Chances

A truly lovely Cinderella story. So exciting, fun, life changing, for Anna and her friends, to make a trip to do something for themselves😍. Evan, runs into the girls, funny things happen, Anna, is such a funny, yet serious, young woman, with such history, but an amazing story for them to have forever💖. Loved it.
4,310 reviews21 followers
December 24, 2018
I liked this short and sweet story but IMO it really was too short to do the storyline justice. This should have been a book to allow the reader to love the storyline and characters and truly be able to engage with them. This has the potential to be so much more. I voluntarily read an ARC and this is my honest review.
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1,060 reviews
January 6, 2019
Love at first sight?

I know this was part of a series, so it was short. I liked it. Evan and Anna were perfect for each other. Funny, Anna never had family, but growing up in foster care she made good for herself. She was an accountant and boring. Decides to be bold and meets meets a very wealthy Evan, she was so afraid she ran. But he found her. Nice feel good story. 4.5 ⭐️
2,921 reviews7 followers
May 25, 2019
I really enjoyed this very short and sweetly adorable story. How would you like to go on a vacation and wind up with someone you only met for a couple of days? Well that is what happened to Anna. Evan saw Anna and knew that he needed her. Now he just had to convince her. He always gets what he wants. But he might have a surprise with Anna.
170 reviews
December 19, 2018
Short and sweet but oh so good!

Anna and Evan 's story is truly short but sweet! Evan saw what he wanted and did what any rich alpha would do... He got his girl any way he could. I highly recommend this story! You won't be disappointed.
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2,448 reviews49 followers
December 19, 2018
Loved It

I think it is time for a vacation. Hmmm, what besties would I take. Shoot, I may just have to fly solo and see what. comes of it. I truly enjoyed the chase and honesty of Evan in his pursuit of Anna. She didn't have a chance because he already stole her heart.

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329 reviews2 followers
December 23, 2018
It was ok...

The book started out really good and was just getting into it and it ended. This could have been a much longer book. Disappointed as I so liked this series. To quick of a read (says 1.5 hours isn’t that long...)
Profile Image for Bette Hansen.
5,073 reviews41 followers
December 27, 2018
Disappointing

A bit disappointed with this one. Not because of the writing or story. The story has incredible potential. Problem is this book is just too short. Just as in really getting to know Anna and Evan it's over. The end.
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203 reviews
March 10, 2020
Short and Sweet

Wow what a proposal and prenup. But the heart wants what it wants what can you do. Evan and Anna story wasn’t easygoing she made it hard for them both love this book it an excellent read.
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2,199 reviews44 followers
November 4, 2020
Enjoyable.

This was a fun and sexy novella. Anna sure did try resisting Evan. Loved their chemistry. But can they make a real relationship considering he needs to be married quickly. It’s a very heartwarming ending, loved how his Mother was towards her too.
1,194 reviews5 followers
December 20, 2018
4 Stars

A perfect Christmas love story. Evan was wonderful with Anna. A very cute and quick read. If you enjoy romance novels these Left At Alter books have all the good feels.
98 reviews
December 21, 2018
Beautiful

Beautiful but too short. Oh I wanted to know more about these two. A lovely story of how love can hit you just like that. Thank you Melody hugs xx
934 reviews8 followers
December 22, 2018
Short but oh so sweet

Evan was hit with cupid's bow and didn't recognize it. Glad to read we'll learn more about he and Anna in subsequent books.
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125 reviews1 follower
December 26, 2018
Loved it

Oh wow oh wow! Loved this story! I love a great love story even though we had to wait till the end. I will take it!
1,118 reviews17 followers
January 7, 2019
Awwww this was sweet BUT TOO SHORT! I loved the dynamics of Evan and Anna.. Of course I can’t wait for more from them, Olivia and Grace. Exceptional. ( I hope they get their own novels🙏🏼).
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2,234 reviews16 followers
August 28, 2019
Phenomenal book!!!

I love Melody’s books, she is one of my favourite authors.

I loved this book from start to finish.

I love the characters and the story.
Profile Image for Susan.
8 reviews2 followers
March 3, 2020
Great

For acshort story it was one of the best ive read. Itc made you want more. Anne Melody is a excellent writer.
7 reviews
April 18, 2020
This was an easy read Cinderella story that is a welcome refresher in these hard times. It was a fun read.
19 reviews
April 30, 2020
Perfect

Thank you for a heart warming romance and as always Melody Anne writes so well, it is a joy to read
Profile Image for Linda.
292 reviews6 followers
January 3, 2019
Loved the4 book, just wished is wasn't so short.
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2,167 reviews14 followers
August 28, 2019
Phenomenal book!!!

I love Melody’s books, she is one of my favourite authors.

I loved this book from start to finish.

I love the characters and the story.
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190 reviews5 followers
April 12, 2019
Love At First Sught

Melody Anne sweeps you into Anna and Evans meeting, and you can't help but follow along as they work their way to an HEA. I have so enjoyed each of the books in the Left At The Alter Series, but this is one of my favs. A must read.
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