Holly’s my best friend’s little sister. I’ve known her all my life. She’s almost my little sister. Except our parents now hate each other. Last year I came home from New York for Christmas and we crossed a line. One night of drunken passion that I haven’t shaken from my head all year. We haven’t seen or spoken since. What better way to start my annual Christmas visit this year than to surprise her as her next massage client. Turns out she has a surprise of her own. A baby. One with my eyes… Enough with all of the secrets in our families. I will claim Holly and my baby whatever the cost.
***Full length novel with no cliffhangers, no cheating, and guaranteed happily-ever-after.***
So the jerk leaves heroine and 'dated" others in an attempt to find "a small piece of her in someone else". Huh???? Really? It wasn’t clear whether he had sex with anyone during that year because there were parts that eluded that he was & other times not, but it was clear that he did date so I will assume he wasn't faithful because Author would have made it more clear if he wasn't. And I loath heroines that don't tell the baby daddy when they are pregnant. There are some exceptions but this one did not have a good reason so this was a skip for me....
“Baby's First Christmas” by Lulu Pratt Amazing story, Action-packed and A seasonal, feel-good MUST-BUY! When life gets crazy, ride it out; for the joy in the morning will outshine and obliterate even the darkest clouds. That is the feel-good message of author Lulu Pratt’s newest novel “Baby's First Christmas.” It is a seasonal romance with a story that is both compelling and complex, a story I could not put down until the very last page of “Baby's First Christmas” was consumed. The easily read, flowing and descriptive prose allowed this reader to focus on the amazing, yet flawed, characters of Holly and Jude. I fell in love with Holly’s strength and Jude perseverance when they found themselves in a situation that could have ended so unhappily. However, “Baby's First Christmas” is a Lulu Pratt romance novel, so there is a “guaranteed happily-ever-after” so readers can sit back and enjoy watching how Pratt will untangle the mess her characters have created for themselves. Romance readers beware: “Baby's First Christmas” will CONSUME your thoughts until the very last page is read, and its end will probably also leave you feeling a bit sad when the story is ended and the trappings of one’s real-life call for attention. I loved this amazing story and must STRONGLY suggest that you get your copy of “Baby's First Christmas” today! Happy pages! 😉
I really enjoyed this story! As a vociferous reader every time I had to put it down I was so happy that I had such an entertaining, engrossing book to anticipate and go back to!!!!! The characters were wonderful!!! The love story was beautiful, sexy and heartwarming!!! I really enjoyed that when an issue came up they worked it out instead of the author spending chapter after chapter providing artificial angst..... I found that very refreshing because I always find the long drawn out drama boring and the sign of an author just trying to fill pages!!! This book was so SWEET, Chris was so SWEET, the Love that Jude had for Holly was so SWEET.... The other characters in the book were very likeable also. I would love to see Dylan and Jesse each have their own story! I am not ready to leave these wonderful families yet! I highly recommend this book..... Give yourself a great read... You won't regret it!!!!😁
I love how sweet this story is. Jude’s character is just lovable and cuddly. I adore the cover of the book, it gives you a glimpse of the warm feeling you will get when you read the story. It would make a great holiday movie. Holly is determined and the picture of a serene and beautiful mother. As a couple they make a great picture. This is a great romance, but it is also filled with lots of steamy activities in the bedroom. Jude treats Holly like spun glass and when he discovers Chris it makes his life even more complete. It is an all around wonderfully romantic story with a beautiful happy ending.
This was such a great Christmas romance, and I’m a sucker for Christmas cheer after the heartache and angst that Holly and Jude endure after their one night together in Savannah. Fast forward a year, and Jude is in for a big surprise when he returns from New York for his annual two week vacation in Savannah and rushes to Holly’s family hotel to see her. The storyline isn’t just your secret baby romance, but a heartwarming love affair as these two try to exist despite their families long suffering feud. Unfortunately editing errors are prevalent and rob this noteworthy book a 5 star rating.
Wow! Lulu knows how to deliver a fabulous story! It's got a little bit of everything...a smoking hot older brother's best friend who Holly has a one night stand with...a secret...a run in one year later...sparks fly when Holly and Jude meet again and they can't deny their attraction. Can anything ever come of it if he is only in town for the holidays, and their families are feuding? What happens when Jude meets Holly's son? I love this second chance at love, and at family!!!!
If you love books with lots of steamy sex, romance, hot men, sassy independent women and secret babies, you will love this book. The characters are believable and the plot well-written. This novel is fast-paced, exciting and steamy. There is lots of drama and sweet moments as well.
This is my first book by this Author and it won't be my last. Absolutely loved the storyline and the characters. Fell in love with Jude and Holly from the onset. Loved the connections between all the characters. Loved how Dylan stuck by Holly and Jude. Adored how Dylan loved his little nephew Chris. The whole story was just amazing and well deserved the 5 stars I've given. Well done Lulu. Thoroughly enjoyed.
This is a well written flawless story from this talented author. I was totally captivated throughout this additive page turner and I cannot wait to read more from this author whose work I highly recommend for all.
Sexy, spicy and sizzling! I thought the secret baby was the only mystery in this story. But there were so many more. I loved the hot, sensual chemistry between Holly and Jude. These business driven young people are go-getters and put their infant son first. Great story!
What a great story with excellent characters. Jude and Holly were totally made for each other. I loved how a innocence little baby had the power to bring two families back together. Excellent book that i just loved reading.
And touching. Great holiday read. Beginning was a bit slow and felt a little bumpy. By the half way mark I was in. Was routing for them to come together and become a family. Happy with ending.
In this story there is love and heartache. A baby brings two familys torn apart by a tragedy together. It was well written and the chemistry between the hero and heroine was palpable.
This book will pull all the emotional strings! At one point I teared up it was so beautiful. The story she wrote places you in this beautiful little town and makes you long for those close knit communities! The struggle this two face to figure out how they play in this whole situation, in the end you will be happy that you gave this book a shot!
Secrets, babies and love. Being in love with your best friends little sister, and finally after a drink too many you tell her you like her a lot and show her... Then you return home and have no lie you forever changed both of your lives.
I read this because I wanted something different from the genre I have been reading, I must say I am pleased I choose this book, as I really enjoyed the story. I was pulled into the story by halfway through the story when I have to admit, I stayed until I had finished the last word. There are some really good surprises in this story, some you may see coming, some you won't, some are big others are small, some will pull on your heart strings and others won't, but they all aide in making the story. If you are anything like me, you might shed a tear or two. I highly recommend this story.
Baby's First Christmas by Lulu Pratt is a wonderful Holiday romance book. The characters developed for this one are awesome. Holly is strong, independent and also willing to be vulnerable and see what could be, albeit reluctantly. Jude is totally swoon-worthy; he's equally sensitive, attentive, romantic as well as a dominant, alpha protector. Their story is very interesting that involves a family fued, but our hero won't be deterred or denied his new family. Lulu Pratt is a new author to me, having only read one other book of hers, but am quickly becoming a fan!
This was a really great Christmas love story. Love that it is a secret baby and that it is such a lovely romantic read. Will definitely check out other books from this author.
this was my first read from this author and.it.was.so.good. Well.writtem, great dialogue, chemistry was off the charts, everything was great! I.Loved this read!
Such a great book and it blew me away with the love and second chance love .storyline was so good and the sex scenes were amazing.please if you haven't read this book please do.you won't be sorry.
This is the second book by the author that I have read and I enjoyed it very much and it will not be the last. Alpha male and strong female, what is there not to love.