Nutcracker

Nutcracker: An Insta Love OTT Holiday Romance (A Man Who Knows What He Wants Book 126) By: Flora Ferrari
She's Gett'n A "Nutcracker" For Christmas This Year... Maybe It'll Be A Merry X-Mas Afterall!
He's known as the "Nutcracker" IN business & LIFE,
NEVER more Sooo,
Than when His BestFriend & business partner died!
Cuz, Now this "Nutcracker" IS Feel'n...
Quite Possessive & Protective of His BestFriend's Li'l Girl!
'Cept She's NOT the "Nutcracker's" Li'l Girl AnyMore...
She's GROWN Up & She's HIS!
And it's Time the "Nutcracker" makes IT known... To EveryOne,
By openly Laying His CLAIM!
And No ONE better get IN this "Nutcracker's" Way!
or He's libel to Show Them,
Just WHAT earned HIM His NAME...
AND EveryOne knows...
You Don't Mess with the "Nutcracker" or you'll END Cracked!

DO YOU LIKE...
DO YOU LIKE... The ALpha Factor) Where Men are Deliciously Alpha, Unapologetically Possessive & Protective, Strong, Caring, Ohhh... & Dominant when the Time's RIGHT!!
DO YOU LIKE... The Build Up) Where Men see what they want & go for it... Sometimes, it's Instantaneous, & sometimes it's hidden (or TABOO) & the buildup might take years!
DO YOU LIKE...The CaveMan Element) That's RIGHT... It's that bit 'O Possessive Caveman's Growl (That... M.I.N.E!!) we Crave, Especially when he's Claiming your HIS!!!
DO YOU LIKE... Defenders) Yes! He's the kinda Man who Always Ensures Safety, but still lets you Soar!! Okay, Sooo Maybe he's the Wind beneath your Wings too...
DO YOU LIKE... Eruptions) Mmmmm...Yah! Explosive, UnDeniable, Over-the-Top Attraction between Men Who Know What They Want & Their Chosen Younger SoulMates...
DO YOU LIKE... Fabulous Females) Younger Women who are Decisive, Like what they See, & Aren't Afraid to Claim their MAN Right BACK, just as Possessively...
WELL~ LOOK No Further, Cuz that's what Flora's World's ALL About!! It's a World wherein RoMANce is Insta-LOVE, Insta-Relationship, & Shamelessly guarantees its couples HEAs~ ALWAYS!
In Flora's World, the Tales are Short, Sweet, Decadent, & Always Amazing~ while also Sprinkled with Over-The-Top Heroes to Secretly Swoon over... Try steppin' inside Flora's World today; you won't be disappointed, but you just MIGHT get Swept Away!!
I Truly love Flora Ferrari's writing; it captivates & blows me away! Flora's an amazing storyteller; I don't know how She does it, but every story's Unique, & Yet, each offers All the Feels You Expect from one of Her Stellar Reads. Whenever I see Her name, I know what I'm in for: A feel-GOOD Read~ perfect for Self-Indulgent moments, An absolutely great escape, & A sure to NEVER disappoint Quickie!
I rarely give Coveted 5 STAR ratings; they're saved for Books/Items that Outshine, Outclass, & Outperform their competition... They've gotta give me something MORE! Flora Ferrari's won that Distinction for "Nutcracker;" Hey it's another Daily Dose of Insta-Ferrari Heat. Kudos, Ms. Ferrari, for your Stellar work!!
I was granted, via B00|{$P®0UT, an ARC of Flora Ferrari's "Nutcracker: An Insta Love OTT Holiday Romance (A Man Who Knows What He Wants Book 126)." Flora's a talented writer whose work I'm always happy to recommend to others. All opinions expressed within this review are uniquely my own & freely given!
Until next time... Happy Reading!
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Rochelle

1,642 reviews

Older man/younger woman double virgin romance. First story that I have read from this author and I really enjoyed it. Noah and Ann have known each other her whole life. He was her late father’s best friend. The chemistry between them was so good. I can’t wait to read more from this author.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

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Kristen Lindtvedt

318 reviews2 followers

December 30, 2019

A Heartfelt, Over the Top Alpha Infused Christmas Novella...

I decided to relinquish control this December and only read items recommended by folks who follow my blog. I received a bunch of messages and emails about Flora Ferrari, too many to ignore. So I decided to go down the rabbit hole and trust that those who know my love of novellas wouldn't disappoint, especially after receiving so many messages about her series. The only problem? Where to start! When I looked her up, I discovered her shorts series is over 125 books long and growing! So..., since it is December, I decided to start my foray into Flora Ferrari-land by focusing on her Christmas themed stories, and this one, "Nutcracker" is the fourth and final novella on my list of Ferrari literary goodies (for now).

"Nutcracker" is the tale of Noah, a forty-something business big-wig who is madly in love with his best friend and business partner's daughter Ann. And Ann, the eighteen year old who turns to Noah for comfort and support after said Dad's tragic death, despite also harboring secret desires for him. It is a rather charming story about love after tragedy and fierce protectiveness. One that was also surprisingly sweet and tender, in addition to its mega-alpha, chest beating, full of testosterone driven possessiveness.

This book is fast paced, almost too much so. You find yourself flying through scenario after scenario, breathless and struggling to keep up with all that is before you on the page. And it's a shame because here Ferrari takes the time to pen a male protagonist that is as aggressive and ferocious in his feralness, as he is thoughtful in his care and attention. She also paints a female lead that, while young, is secure in what she wants and who she is. And while the overall plot is a bit far fetched, especially some of the odd corporate legality aspects plunked in the middle of it. It is a spunky and enjoyable insta-tale full of the off the charts sexual tension, and the insane levels of possessive, alpha-maleness I have come to expect from Ferrari.

Is it far fetched and crazy over the top? Yes, yes it is. Would all the people surrounding Noah and Ann so easily accept his declarations in real life? Hell no, especially the corporate lawyers. Would the "this is my woman and none of you are to question me even though she also your coworker" fly, even for the company's president? Nope, not even a little bit.

However, it is a work of fiction after all, and a wonderfully filthy one at that. So despite its fanciful nature, it's still a swoon causing, insta-everything worthy of my novella library, and more than worth the hour or so of time needed to read it :)

Julie

2,418 reviews18 followers

This was an absolutely fabulous Christmas treat! Ferrari has created an exceptional hero for you this time. All the musts are there to make you swoon for Noah, in spades. Ann, the FMC, is so sweet, so innocent, so opposite of Noah in many ways. Yet, they are strikingly similar too.

Noah is Ann's father's best friend. He is killed in a skiing accident a month before Christmas leaving Ann an orphan (her mother died in childbirth). Noah has been there all her life. When Ann needs his strength, he is unquestionably there for her. He gave her a job at his company (formerly her father & his) to keep her mind busy. He also can keep an eye on her.

Noah finds that keeping an eye on her is VERY easy. Focusing on anything else, not so much! At the office Christmas party, his attraction becomes too much to contain and he has to stake his claim.

Ann has never wanted anyone other than Nosh. Never loved anyone but him. She believed he saw her as only his best friend's little girl, but a girl can dream, right? When he shows his overly-posessive and protective nature for her, she follows him.

What happens next? You have to read to find out! I will tell you that this Nutcracker of a boss, is really a giant teddy bear who is totally, completely, head-over-heals in love with Ann.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Melissa Verseman

850 reviews24 followers

December 30, 2019

So this was a free ARC from one of my favorite authors/booksprout for my voluntary honest review of this book.And once I started reading this book I just couldn't stop reading, til I finished it.And it was so great a read.I really enjoy reading this authors books , that I look forward to seeing more from her in the future! Plus this one had a great storyline and great characters to read about. Plus it was so sizzling hot.*Spoilers Tag- Me/his best friend both feel the loss of my dad's untimely passes away a month before Christmas.His best friend gives me a job working for him to keep my mind occupied, and watch over me.But I see the way he's watching me at the office Christmas party, it's the first time I know this is so much more than a job.And it's the first time I might have the chance to give him the gift I been saving for only him . It's cold outside, but things sure do heat up , inside the office Christmas party causing the boss to step in and get bossy.Reminding some nut why he's known as....Nutcracker. And letting each and every person known I'm off limits to everyone......but him!! SO ENJOY

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Jenny Harris

4,400 reviews33 followers

I received this book with the understanding that I could leave a voluntary and honest review.

In this book we meet Ann Anderson and Noah Nelson. Noah and Ann's dad were best friends and business partners until the year before they took a group on a skiing trip that sadly took his life. Noah decided at that point to give her a job at the company. The thing is Noah doesn't just think of her as his friends daughter and the little girl he helped raise. No he thinks of her as his and has been making steps that protect her from everything. Since she could think of boys Ann knew they weren't what she wanted. She wanted a man and only one man would do that was Noah. The things is she wonders will he always see her as a little girl or the woman of his future? Will these two have the HEA they are both longing for or will the ghost of her late father stand between them?

This is another amazing story by this author. It does have its ups and downs I really want to tell you about. However I don't want to ruin the story for any other readers. I will say this book will have you hooked from the first word to the very end. I would highly recommend it to anyone and everyone.

Emily Pennington

20.8k reviews361 followers

When Ann Anderson's father dies in a skiing accident, Noah Nelson (“Nutcracker”), his best friend and business partner, offers her a job as junior marketing analyst to occupy her mind and place her where he can watch over her. He has been fighting his own guilt at wanting his best friend’s daughter and has been holding back his strong feelings. But at the office Christmas party, Ann notices Noah watching her and she wants a chance to tell him how she feels about him and wants him to be hers forever. When another man at the party shows interest in Ann, and after a triple-strong eggnog, Noah acknowledges how important she is to him, he is finished hiding it, and he lets everyone know that Ann is off limits because she is his. What’s in store for them now? Will this relationship work?

This was a good story. In her typical writing style, the author packed a lot of feeling into a quick read. It had humor, drama, and love. The characters were likable, and I appreciated that the heroine was strong and knew her own mind. These two made a good couple.

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Anne Harris

3,384 reviews28 followers

OH LA LA INSTA LOVE AT ITS BEST
Ann had just lost her father. One month one and his best friend Noah has been amazing. He has been with her nearly the whole time, making sure she has a job in his company. Noah picks her up for work and drops her off after work. What Noah doesn't know is that Ann has the biggest crush on him has done for many many years. And now being this close to him is driving her wild. She is hoping he really wants to open his Christmas present soon.
Noah is watching Ann at the company Christmas party and hates every man who goes near her. But every time he looks at her Ann is looking straight at him. Something happened when he started looking out for Ann. And now all he wants is to make her his. As his wife and pregnant with their babies.
But how will she react???
OMG I LOVED THIS STORY. IT WAS VERY PASSIONATE THE CHEMISTRY BETWEEN THEM WAS ELECTRIC. A FANTASTIC READ!!!

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Heather

227 reviews2 followers

Noah is the face of "The Nutcracker" and he has truly lived up to the nickname. He is the ever steady business hand and "ball-buster" behind his company. But a month ago his best friend and business partner, Alan, had a fatal accident while skiing. Since that day, Noah has tried his best to protect Alan's daughter, Ann. But after one tight embrace the day of Alan's death, which was also Ann's 18th birthday, and Noah is seeing his best friend's daughter in a whole different light. There was a little bit of heat in the pages, but I enjoyed the fact that more emphasis was paid to the story of their love than just trying to burn up the pages.

I wasn't originally sure how I was going to like the book, but it didn't disappoint. If you are looking for a quick holiday read that will put a smile on your face, make you giggle a few times and also warm you up...then this will hit the spot.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Rose

2,725 reviews26 followers

December 21, 2019

I really like this book. I enjoyed it and it made me smile a lot.

After Ann's father passes away, his best friend and business partner, Noah (aka Nutcracker) gives her a job. Ann figures that Noah wants to keep her mind busy and he wants to watch over her. Things change at the office Christmas party. Noah watches Ann during the Christmas party and Ann realizes that she may get a chance to give him a gift she had been saving for him. After another man tries to talk to Ann, Noah steps in and lets everyone know that Ann is off limits to everyone, except Noah.

Loved how over the top Noah was and that Ann was the same way with Noah. There are 2 epilogues (yay!) for the happy ever after and they rock. I definitely recommend reading this story.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Marcie

1,123 reviews58 followers

Flora brings us a sweet and sexy holiday insta-everything with Nutcracker.
Noah is the president of “The Nutcracker” and his employees gave him the same nickname. He is 100% focused on his business, but when his best friend (and business partner) dies in a freak and tragic accident - Noah’s eyes have opened to the reality of true love. The little girl, that is now a woman, of his best friend...he knows that she is meant to be his and he is going to stake his claim.

Flora works her magic with this sweet, over the top, and steamy tale about 2 people that have waited for each other and their happily ever after. She puts the cherry on the cake with the sweet epilogues. As always, I loved Flora’s book and look forward to the next one!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Raecharmed

9,302 reviews70 followers

Noah was Ann's dad's best friend and when he passed away he helped comfort and take care of her. Ann has always had feelings for Noah but never thought he return her feelings. So when he announced to everyone at the company Christmas party that she was his and off limits she was stunned. When they get to his place he starts to worry that he jumped the gun until Ann tells him that he is what she has always wanted. Will he regret his impulsive decision to claim her? Can they beat the odds given their age differences?

This is a great Christmas love story once I started it I couldn't put it down. The chemistry between them is blazing hot. This is a well written and very entertaining story. I would recommend this book to any book lover.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Julianne Macneil

3,698 reviews28 followers

i read this book as part of an arc program. This is the older man/ younger woman romance between Noah and Ann. Noah was best friends with Ann's father until he died the month before. Noah was there for Ann helping her through her grief and he realized he wanted more with her. Noah owned his own company and he was nicknamed Nutcracker. Noah hired Ann and at the Christmas party, he knew he had to tell her how he felt. Ann was in love with Noah and wanted to be with him, but she thought he would never be interested in her. When Noah told her how he felt, she knew he would be the one to take her virginity. I liked this quick and steamy read. Noah and Ann had an instant love between them and i think they were meant to be together. I like how once NOah decided to tell Ann how he felt, he was so sure they belonged together. Another good one from Flora.

11.6k reviews49 followers

One office Christmas party they will not forget

Nutcracker is one heck of a fun and fast-paced novella about Ann and Noah. At the office Christmas party Ann decides to give Noah the one present she has been saving for him. Noah was best friends and business partners with Ann's father before he died which left Ann alone. Since then Noah has watched over Ann but she has always been in the "no go" zone. But at the party when another man tries to chat her up Noah protective Alpha comes roaring out and he stakes his claim letting all know that she is his.
This little gem will melt any snow that is near your Kindle it is hot. As always Flora has another fabulous story that has it all but with Christmas added in also.

I received a free ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. My opinions are all my own.

Jill Anna Freeman

549 reviews10 followers

christmas fast-paced insta-love

” Nutcracker- An Insta Love OTT Holiday Romance (A Man Who Knows What He Wants Book 126)” by Flora Ferrari is a tale of one Noah Nelson who is the president of “The Nutcracker” and when Ann
Anderson's father dies in a skiing accident, Noah hires her and then realizes his deceased best friend’s daughter is no longer a little girl...but a grown-up attractive woman .... and at an office party he finally tells everyone she is HIS. And as for Ann herself...she is thrilled....not only to be his...but for him to be her first. Much enjoyed and Highly Recommended. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Copy of this book.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Lauren

6,131 reviews57 followers

December 31, 2019

This story is short, fast paced and an enjoyable festive read. I read this book in one sitting and was satisfied throughout. I found the writing style easy to follow, the characters likeable and the storyline enjoyable. Noah has been in Ann’s life since she was born. He is the best friend of her late father. When Ann turned eighteen, Noah developed feelings he tried his hardest to fight. Ann has been attracted to Noah for a while. When he makes a move, will she give him a chance?
The chemistry between Noah and Ann is clear to see and I loved them as a couple. I loved how possessive Noah was of Ann. They really did make a cute couple.
I really liked the ending and the epilogue for this story.
The storyline for this book is easy to follow and it is an enjoyable read.

Brenda Moser

9,376 reviews140 followers

Another sweet and sexy older man/younger woman love story between Ann and her father's best friend and partner , Noah. The author once again brings strong characters with a hot chemistry and steamy romance. She does a great job showing his fierce possessiveness and love as well as her love for him. It's told in the dual POV , showing both of their thoughts and emotions. Her scenes are vivid in detail and her sex scenes are smokin hot! The story moves quickly and smoothly and is an entertaining read.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.

Fiona

2,770 reviews32 followers

Ann is eighteen and her father has just passed away. Noah is her father’s best friend, he has been in her life since she was born and her mother died. Noah has been there for every happy and sad moment of Ann’s life. They have both been in love with each other for two years or more. But now that Ann is on her own, Noah is going to claim her.

They are both virgins and they are going to gift each other with their virginity. They get engaged and marry within the month and Ann is pregnant with twins, but then in the next five years they have more children. They have a happily ever after.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Margaret

3,229 reviews25 followers

December 25, 2019

Noah loses his best friend but realizes his daughter Ann is meant to be his.
Noah watches Ann at the office party and knows she is meant to be his. After his best friend and Ann's father died a month ago he had come to realize she is the one for him. When a younger man approaches her Noah heads over and sees him off then takes Ann to his office. Ann has loved Noah since her first budding adult feelings had emerged and when takes her into his office then kisses her she knows her feelings are returned. Noah is old enough the be her father and very possessive but sees Ann as his whole future.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Patti Barker

1,509 reviews4 followers

Ann had something tragic happen in her life. Her dad's best friend Nick stepped in & was there for her. She had a crush on him by she never told anyone. Nick felt very protected of her. He saw her as a beautiful woman who wanted to make her his woman. At the Christmas party, Nick did just that and Ann couldn't be more thrilled. Nick would love up to his nickname the "Nutcracker" if anyone got in his way of happiness. Years later they were married with kids. Both where happier then ever.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Amy

3,212 reviews26 followers

Christmas came early with this awesome book by Flora Ferrari. After her dad's death, Ann only has one person she can turn to. That person is his best friend Noah. Still grieving himself, in order to look after Ann, he gives her job at his company. When he sees an employee flirting with Ann, Noah goes into a rage. He can no longer his obsession with Ann. He is done waiting-he has to claim her before some other man goes after his woman. If you like OTT possessive alphas who go after what they want, you will love The Nutcracker!

Kristi

3,353 reviews19 followers

He's known as the nutcracker in the business world and he's her dad's business partner. When her dad dies unexpectedly right before Christmas it's tough on both of them. Noah and Ann have known each other her whole life and he hires her to help keep her occupied and watch over her after her dad's death. He's a man who knows what he wants and he wants Ann. An older man/younger woman romance with off the charts chemistry. Great characters and a well written story line.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Debbie Caswell

6,546 reviews27 followers

Another swoon worthy older man younger woman book in this wonderful series

Noah was best friends with Ann's father as well as his business partner and he always around in her life So when her father is killed in a skiing accident just before Christmas Noah steps up and offers her a job to keep her occupied. Only problem is that with her in his office he can't concentrate on anything but her and at the office Christmas party he finally stakes his claim. Not that Ann his complaining she has always thought her father friend was hot. Do they have a future together You will have to read to see

Annie

1,883 reviews13 followers

December 28, 2019

Loved Noah and Ann

Ann lost her mother at birth. Her dad Alan and his best friend and business partner, Noah, made sure she was loved and wanted for nothing. A month before Christmas, on her 18 birthday, Ann tragically lost her father. Noah stepped up.
Ann has secretly crushed, them fell in love with Noah. Noah has been looking at her differently, since she cried on his shoulder. When a young colleague makes a move on Ann, Noah stakes his claim.
Sweet and steamy holiday romance with a great epilogue to wrap up their story.

Mary

6,142 reviews17 followers

December 28, 2019

I enjoyed this instant love story! It's cute, sweet, fun and over course over the top. It's an older dad's best friend and much younger lady story. Noah's best friend, Alan, has recently passed away leaving him trying to comfort Alan's daughter, Ann. Ann is much younger than him but he finds himself all of a sudden drawn to her in a more romantic fashion. He has never been married nor has he wanted to until now. He goes super alpha, possessive and mine wanting to protect her and be with her. Of course, she is every bit willing and wants him as well. It's a cute story with a HEA!

Michele

4,308 reviews11 followers

What begins as a tragic accident for Ann, puts her on a course that will change her life with the help of her dad’s best friend. The attraction is off the charts between Ann and Noah, now it’s up to them both to realize do they step up and make declarations to each other or walk away from what they both crave. Great extended epilogues for this meant to be couple.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

J. Ockenhouse

1,743 reviews18 followers

Flora does OTT and does it insta-flawless. Ann and Noah have a story that makes you smile, warm up your insides and just the thing needed to chase the cold away.

The plot was so detailed. Our characters give each other the kind of gift anyone would love - finding "the one" who loves mighty and fiercely, has the ability to give the kind of se* you only read about and an ending that fairy tales would be jealous of. I received an ARC for an honest and voluntarily review.

Kristine L.

6,168 reviews58 followers

Noah has loved Ann his best friends daughter all his life. After Ann loses her Dad Noah hires her at his office and then can't concentrate on anything but her. He finds out that she has been waiting for him. I loved this story. I think that Noah and Ann were great character and together they conquered their world. They created everything that mattered to them. Thank you Flora Ferrari for another great story. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Tonya Sims harper-dixie

413 reviews7 followers