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Something Just Like This
(Stay #3.5)
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From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Probst comes a new story in her Stay series.
Jonathan Lake is the beloved NYC mayor who’s making a run for Governor. His widowed status and close relationship with his daughter casts him as the darling of the press, and the candidate to beat, but behind the flash of the cameras, things are spinning out of ...more
Jonathan Lake is the beloved NYC mayor who’s making a run for Governor. His widowed status and close relationship with his daughter casts him as the darling of the press, and the candidate to beat, but behind the flash of the cameras, things are spinning out of ...more
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Sigh... I just love this series. Steamy addition!
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There are some authors that you’re just drawn to because of the way they write. Their stories are always upbeat, even when there’s trials and tribulations. You know you’ll get that happily ever after even if you have to go through a little bit of stuff to get there.
I especially enjoy the Stay series because of the great connection in love between the characters. I am always waiting with anticipation for the next story.
This novella ...more
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There are some authors that you’re just drawn to because of the way they write. Their stories are always upbeat, even when there’s trials and tribulations. You know you’ll get that happily ever after even if you have to go through a little bit of stuff to get there.
I especially enjoy the Stay series because of the great connection in love between the characters. I am always waiting with anticipation for the next story.
This novella ...more
4.5 Stars!
(ARC provided by author)
Jonathan Lake is a widowed single man, with a grown daughter he adores. He’s also considered the most eligible bachelor in New York. He is the mayor of NYC, and a politician the press loves. As a workaholic, it’s been a long time since he was truly interested in a woman, but lately he’d started to think of his assistant as more than just his employee.
Alyssa Block is an organized, brilliant executive assistant and advisor. Jonathan has worked with her for two ...more
(ARC provided by author)
Jonathan Lake is a widowed single man, with a grown daughter he adores. He’s also considered the most eligible bachelor in New York. He is the mayor of NYC, and a politician the press loves. As a workaholic, it’s been a long time since he was truly interested in a woman, but lately he’d started to think of his assistant as more than just his employee.
Alyssa Block is an organized, brilliant executive assistant and advisor. Jonathan has worked with her for two ...more
Nov 19, 2019
Tina
marked it as stay-away-not-for-me
"The moment Alyssa Block had walked into his office with her cool eyes and clipped speech, he’d known they weren’t each other’s types. He preferred fiery, opinionated, passionate women like his beloved late wife."
Yeah... how about no for me
Yeah... how about no for me
This series has been on my radar for a while and altho my initial intent was to binge read it for this release, that was a bit of a stretch for me lol However, I have started the series so there’s that LOL But I digress. I say this to you, so you know that if you’re like me, and have not read this series yet, there’s nothing wrong with picking up this story and reading it now. I was fine with it and I’m picky as hell!
Sweet and engaging and full of heart. I loved the glimpse into the characters I ...more
Sweet and engaging and full of heart. I loved the glimpse into the characters I ...more
Thank you Inkslinger and the author for a complimentary copy. I voluntarily reviewed this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
Something Just Like This
A Stay Novella
By: Jennifer Probst
*REVIEW*
I'm always glad to read a 1001 Dark Nights novella, and Something Just Like This is a great addition to the collection. Jonathan is a widow of five years with a daughter, and he's the mayor of New York City. He loves the city and takes his job seriously, but he doesn't work alone. While Jonathan ...more
Something Just Like This
A Stay Novella
By: Jennifer Probst
*REVIEW*
I'm always glad to read a 1001 Dark Nights novella, and Something Just Like This is a great addition to the collection. Jonathan is a widow of five years with a daughter, and he's the mayor of New York City. He loves the city and takes his job seriously, but he doesn't work alone. While Jonathan ...more
Mayor Jonathan Lake is wondering if he should run for governor. He can count on his assistant of the last two years to advise him on her opinion. But lately, Jonathan have started to see her in an other way and is curious to learn more about her. She's not his usual type but he likes that she's not like all the others.
Alyssa Block can't remember when the respect she have for her boss turned into something else. But she doesn't want to start an affair or a relationship that could ruin his ...more
Alyssa Block can't remember when the respect she have for her boss turned into something else. But she doesn't want to start an affair or a relationship that could ruin his ...more
Sometimes what you really need in your life is just right in front of you.
Jonathan is the mayor of New York City and hopefully soon the governor of the state after the next election. His life is full of public moments that make him feel under a microscope at all times. Being a widower and having raised a daughter, he dedicated his life to serving the public. Now as he reassess his life, the personal loneliness and lack of intimacy is making him feel he is missing out on life.
Alyssa is his ...more
Jonathan is the mayor of New York City and hopefully soon the governor of the state after the next election. His life is full of public moments that make him feel under a microscope at all times. Being a widower and having raised a daughter, he dedicated his life to serving the public. Now as he reassess his life, the personal loneliness and lack of intimacy is making him feel he is missing out on life.
Alyssa is his ...more
Something Just Like This is a stand-alone novella in the Stay series by Jennifer Probst. The characters from the other books appear in this book and it was a nice way to catch up to them. Hei-Hei, once again, stole the spotlight.
The story had the perfect length and it wasn't too fast or too slow for me. When the length and the pace are so good as they were in this book, there is not much that can go wrong. The characters were both great and I would love to see more of them in Chloe's book. From ...more
The story had the perfect length and it wasn't too fast or too slow for me. When the length and the pace are so good as they were in this book, there is not much that can go wrong. The characters were both great and I would love to see more of them in Chloe's book. From ...more
Another landslide in the Stay Series!
Jonathan Lake, the sexy widower running for mayor of NYC, leapt of the pages of The Start of Something Good and now he’s running for Governor with his eye on his perfect First Lady! Alyssa and Jonathan were so vulnerable and perfect for each other that I could barely put the book down to go to work.
I adored the chemistry, emotion, and sense of family that have become the hallmarks of this series and absolutely canNOT wait for Chloe and Owen’s story!
Jonathan Lake, the sexy widower running for mayor of NYC, leapt of the pages of The Start of Something Good and now he’s running for Governor with his eye on his perfect First Lady! Alyssa and Jonathan were so vulnerable and perfect for each other that I could barely put the book down to go to work.
I adored the chemistry, emotion, and sense of family that have become the hallmarks of this series and absolutely canNOT wait for Chloe and Owen’s story!
Opening a Jennifer Probst read is like getting a glimpse into her heart. The ricochet effect will have you feeling the love almost as quickly as it takes to turn the page. Something Just Like This is no exception. Despite the characters being more mature, the emotions are just as valid. Jonathan finds himself at a crossroads between career and love. Will he take the risk of exposing his heart or dedicate his life to following his dream? For Alyssa and Jonathan love is a temptation that refuses
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4 stars
ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date November 19, 2019.
Jonathan Lake is the beloved NYC mayor who’s making a run for Governor. His widowed status and close relationship with his daughter casts him as the darling of the press, and the candidate to beat, but behind the flash of the cameras, things are spinning out of control. It all has to do with his strait laced, ruthlessly organized assistant. Her skills and reserved demeanor are perfect to run his campaign, but her brilliant brain has become a ...more
ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date November 19, 2019.
Jonathan Lake is the beloved NYC mayor who’s making a run for Governor. His widowed status and close relationship with his daughter casts him as the darling of the press, and the candidate to beat, but behind the flash of the cameras, things are spinning out of control. It all has to do with his strait laced, ruthlessly organized assistant. Her skills and reserved demeanor are perfect to run his campaign, but her brilliant brain has become a ...more
Nov 16, 2019
Peggy Jaeger
rated it
it was amazing
Recommends it for:
people who love political romances, smalltown romances, fan of Jennifer Probst
NYC Mayor Jonathan Lake is the type of mayor I'd love to have in my own town. Talented, a people-person, and a crusader, the fact that he's gorgeous, smart, and witty doesn't hurt either! WIdowed for 5 years, he's lived his life for his job and making the city - and the world- a better place. Now, he's poised to run for governor of the state he loves. Surrounded by exceptional people who support and help him run the city, the path to the governor's house looks like it's smooth sailing. Except
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Something Just Like This (Stay #3.5) by Jennifer Probst
4 stars
M/F Romance
I was given this book for an honest review by Wicked Reads.
This is a novella and is very much a part of a series. And, while you don't necessarily need to read the other books to know what's happening in this one, I highly recommend reading them. They make this novella that much stronger.
Jonathan is the mayor in New York City. He loves what he does and really wants to make his city a better place. He has been widowed for ...more
4 stars
M/F Romance
I was given this book for an honest review by Wicked Reads.
This is a novella and is very much a part of a series. And, while you don't necessarily need to read the other books to know what's happening in this one, I highly recommend reading them. They make this novella that much stronger.
Jonathan is the mayor in New York City. He loves what he does and really wants to make his city a better place. He has been widowed for ...more
~~I received a free copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads ~~
This book 3.5 in the series - I think you can certainly enjoy it as a stand-alone, but once you have met the human and animal inhabitants of Hudson Valley, I am sure that you will be intrigued by their stories too.
Although this is a novella, it is a very satisfying read. Jonathan and Alyssa have worked together for the last couple of years and spend a lot of their time together. Both have been feeling much more than ...more
This book 3.5 in the series - I think you can certainly enjoy it as a stand-alone, but once you have met the human and animal inhabitants of Hudson Valley, I am sure that you will be intrigued by their stories too.
Although this is a novella, it is a very satisfying read. Jonathan and Alyssa have worked together for the last couple of years and spend a lot of their time together. Both have been feeling much more than ...more
Jonathan is the Mayor of New York who has been approached to run for Governor. His wife passed away five years earlier and since then he has been involved in a couple of relationships but nothing serious. Lately he can’t stop thinking about his assistant Alyssa and she inspires feelings in him that he hasn’t felt for a long time but he is uncertain if she feels the same.
Alyssa is his assistant who always has the answer he needs, and her mind is filled with intriguing facts. She is attracted to ...more
Alyssa is his assistant who always has the answer he needs, and her mind is filled with intriguing facts. She is attracted to ...more
I love all of Jennifer’s books, but this book is so good. I love a vulnerable and sexy hero, and match him with a strong, smart and independent woman and it grabs me.
Jonathan Lake was a favorite of mine fr9m the beginning in Mia’s story, his widowed status, politician, dealing with a good but troubled daughter just made him so relatable. A dysfunctional hero who finds his weakness and overcomes it and in the process wins the election and his daughter back......what more could you want from a ...more
Jonathan Lake was a favorite of mine fr9m the beginning in Mia’s story, his widowed status, politician, dealing with a good but troubled daughter just made him so relatable. A dysfunctional hero who finds his weakness and overcomes it and in the process wins the election and his daughter back......what more could you want from a ...more
Something Just Like This packs a HUGE punch and I love that it is named after one of my favorite Chainsmokers' songs that is even mentioned IN the book! It might be a pretty fast read, but it was an enjoyable one!
This is not a cut and dry romance, our main man is not only the Mayor of New York, but he is also about to be announced as running for Governor of the state as well. He is a widower and is trying to fight his attraction to his assistant, which is a big no no in the political world, even ...more
This is not a cut and dry romance, our main man is not only the Mayor of New York, but he is also about to be announced as running for Governor of the state as well. He is a widower and is trying to fight his attraction to his assistant, which is a big no no in the political world, even ...more
Something Just Like This is a short novella that features characters from Jennifer Probst’s Stay series. Jonathan and Alyssa were a perfect working tandem and for the last two years it was all professional between them. But something changed, for Jonathan being a widower of 5 years, pursuing flings and short term relationships has never interested him. He was fine on his own until he started seeing Alyssa in a whole new light. Alyssa loves her job and prefers to keep things on a nonpersonal
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Short and sweet, plus it's a great read if you're a fan of the series. So, I have go off and say that I'm still questionable about how all the books in the 1,001 Dark Nights can be read as a standalone. I guess technically it's true, but all these novellas are definitely more enjoyable if you've read from the series.
I did find this one enjoyable, but I didn't love it as much as the other books in this series. I truly loved that there wasn't any hidden agendas with the main characters. These two ...more
I did find this one enjoyable, but I didn't love it as much as the other books in this series. I truly loved that there wasn't any hidden agendas with the main characters. These two ...more
Something Just Like This is a wonderful novella and the type of story that will make you believe in finding love again. Jonathan Lake is the fictional mayor of NYC and Alyssa Block has been his assistant but more than that his trusted right hand for 2 years. 5 years ago Jonathan lost his beloved wife to cancer and after that he threw himself into his job and left little for the rest of the world. His relationship with his daughter suffered in the past but over time he has prioritized her and
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The last thing Jonathan Lake needs while trying to go from NYC Mayor to the state's governor is for the feeling he has tried to hide to come front and center. Alyssa Block has been his assistant for years and he cannot even comprehend trying to win the Mayoral race without her. But when push comes to shove and passion between the two ignites can the race be saved? Or will the addition of a soulmate be just the thing to push his career further? I loved these two from the opening pages and it was
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It's absolutely amazing to me how Jennifer Probst can squeeze out every possible romantic emotion even in the length of a novella. True disclosure, I don't usually like novellas. But with Probst's talent it doesn't feel like a novella. It feels like a full-length story. Jonathan & Alyssa's story is beautifully written with all the feels and challenges of any relationship. But they have an added challenge of being in the political eye. Alyssa is afraid, and rightly so, of being ripped to
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This novella is a great addition to the series. We meet Mayor Jonathan in the first book of the series, but he stays in the background up until now. A widow for 5 years, he hasn't wanted to have another relationship. His assistant Alyssa suddenly starts to look more like a great friend. Could there be something more?
Alyssa is perfect for Jonathan except for the whole him being her boss thing. I liked that she tried to stay true to herself and was willing to for go her heart in order to protect ...more
Alyssa is perfect for Jonathan except for the whole him being her boss thing. I liked that she tried to stay true to herself and was willing to for go her heart in order to protect ...more
4.5 star
I was pulled right into this story. The story has laughs, pain, secrets, second chances, and heartbreak.
If you have not read the below I would recommend reading those books(s) first
The Start of Something Good (Stay #1)
A Brand New Ending (Stay #2)
All Roads Lead to You (Stay #3)
This is Alyssa and Jonathan’s story. Alyssa is Jonathan’s assistant. But secretly she has crushed on him for a while. But no he is about to run for Governor so she needs to shut down her feelings. But too bad ...more
I was pulled right into this story. The story has laughs, pain, secrets, second chances, and heartbreak.
If you have not read the below I would recommend reading those books(s) first
The Start of Something Good (Stay #1)
A Brand New Ending (Stay #2)
All Roads Lead to You (Stay #3)
This is Alyssa and Jonathan’s story. Alyssa is Jonathan’s assistant. But secretly she has crushed on him for a while. But no he is about to run for Governor so she needs to shut down her feelings. But too bad ...more
Geesh Jonathan has his work cut out for him with his woman, “it’s not like that, and you know it. You’d be my lover. My girlfriend. My cherished partner. Take your pick.” I liked this book, I loved Jonathan.
This is such a great read. The plot flows perfectly. The writing hooks you from the very beginning. I adore the characters and how they connect with one another. This is not like the other office romances out there it's got more emotion and depth. This is one book you need to get your hands on.
Current beloved NYC mayor Jonathan Lake and his exceptional assistant Alyssa Block are a force to be reckoned with, handling the mayoral responsibilities like a well-oiled machine. On the recommendation of the current governor, who has decided not to seek another term, Jonathan has agreed to run for that office. There’s only one problem - he can’t get his mind off his uber efficient assistant.
So begins the journey of the heart for these two people who on the surface may seem mismatched, the ...more
So begins the journey of the heart for these two people who on the surface may seem mismatched, the ...more
Something Just Like This
Stay # 3.5
Jennifer Probst
God I hate politics, but I loved this story with everything I had. You know a great book when life gets in the way of finishing it. Jonathan and Alyssa were the perfect, non perfect couple, but in close confines their attraction was bound to show eventually. Jonathan is sexy personified, his looks, his speech, hello his job as NYC Mayor, but that name – Jonathan Lake sucked me right in.
Alyssa Block came from a strange background, she is smart, ...more
Stay # 3.5
Jennifer Probst
God I hate politics, but I loved this story with everything I had. You know a great book when life gets in the way of finishing it. Jonathan and Alyssa were the perfect, non perfect couple, but in close confines their attraction was bound to show eventually. Jonathan is sexy personified, his looks, his speech, hello his job as NYC Mayor, but that name – Jonathan Lake sucked me right in.
Alyssa Block came from a strange background, she is smart, ...more
In Something Just Like This, Jennifer Probst delivered a mature romance that conveyed all of the butterflies of a new love, along with the comforting feelings of recognizing when someone special adds joy to your life. For three years, Alyssa Block has been NYC Mayor Jonathan Lake's right hand.
In that time their mutual respect and attraction have grown, until it's something that needs to be addressed. I loved how considerately the author handled these two highly competent individuals navigating ...more
In that time their mutual respect and attraction have grown, until it's something that needs to be addressed. I loved how considerately the author handled these two highly competent individuals navigating ...more
5 How Much Longer Can They Ignore Their Attraction Stars!!
I’m a huge fan of Ms. Probst in general and the Stay series is a perfect example of why I gravitate towards her writing and characters. In this novella, Jonathan, whom we met in book one, gets his story and I for one LOVED it! This book features characters that are a little more mature characters in Jonathan and Alyssa.
He’s the Mayor of NYC and she’s his intelligent, highly organized and very efficient assistant that thoroughly enjoys ...more
I’m a huge fan of Ms. Probst in general and the Stay series is a perfect example of why I gravitate towards her writing and characters. In this novella, Jonathan, whom we met in book one, gets his story and I for one LOVED it! This book features characters that are a little more mature characters in Jonathan and Alyssa.
He’s the Mayor of NYC and she’s his intelligent, highly organized and very efficient assistant that thoroughly enjoys ...more
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Jennifer Probst wrote her first book at twelve years old. She bound it in a folder, read it to her classmates, and hasn’t stopped writing since. She took a short hiatus to get married, get pregnant, buy a house, get pregnant again, pursue a master’s in English Literature, and rescue two shelter dogs. Now she is writing again.
She is the NYT, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of ...more
She is the NYT, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of ...more
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