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Carter: A Stuck Together Quick Romance Read (Embers Instalove Short and Steamy Aussie Romance Series Book 6) Kindle Edition

by Daniella Brodsky (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 21 ratings
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A single parent, stuck-together, instalove short and steamy romance

Mandy
My entire purpose was to come to this party and show him how strong I am.
He might have comforted me once in a moment of weakness.
But I’m not that shattered girl anymore.
I’m a single mom, strong as heck, who’s getting on with life.
And boy does it feel good when I saunter into the room in red sequins, with all eyes on me.
Carter can’t stop looking my way and I toss barbs at him like an expert.
Mission accomplished, right?
Sure, if it isn’t so blatantly obvious I read this all wrong.

He sees me, yes.
But that’s because there’s a connection between the two of us that I’m not sure I can allow myself to give into.
It would be easier to maintain my resolve if he didn’t fill out that gangster suit so ridiculously well.
Oh, but unfortunately for me, he so does.

Carter
Despite being a single dad whose life literally revolves around his 3.5 year-old daughter,
I can’t seem to shake the rep of being Party Boy’s Wingman.
Doesn’t that have a nice ring to it?

So when Mandy trusted me of all people in her moment of need,
Well, that had quite a profound effect on me.
Doesn’t hurt that she’s the sexiest, brightest, kindest person in any room.
And the truth is, I’ve had feelings for her even before that.
The way the air crackles between us, I’m pretty sure she feels the same.
But she needs time to heal.
And I’ve been honored to give it to her.
So when she shows up to the party with another guy?
Oh, gutted does not even begin to describe it.

Getting locked in a room with her?
Well, that’s more like it.

Jump into bed with The Embers Series sizzling instalove short stories. They are swoony, emotional, and oh so much fun! And at 90 minutes, you’re guaranteed your emotional HEA in a single H-O-T sitting! The Embers Series have crossover characters and can be read in any order. NO cliffhangers. NO cheating.

Read all the 90-minute short romance reads in the Embers Series, from the author behind the film Beauty & The Briefcase:
Book 1: Liam
Book 2: Gareth
Book 3: Cormac
Book 4: Nate
Book 5: Leo
Book 6: Carter
Book 7: Shane
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    Embers Instalove Short and Steamy Aussie Romance Series
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  3. Language
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  5. Publication date
    April 11, 2022
  6. File size
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steamy instalove romance single parent new adult short contemporary stuck together series hea comedy

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09MD74GS9
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ DB Co. (April 11, 2022)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 11, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3164 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 62 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 21 ratings

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Daniella Brodsky

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Daniella Brodsky writes steamy contemporary romance with all the messiness, highs, and lows of real love—toe-curling steam, angst, tears, major uh-ohs, and much-needed laughter.

She likes her men alpha, with thirst-making muscles and eyes. Her Tall Drinks of Water know their way around the bedroom, and make their grand gestures count…with all the care and kindness we deserve. Which is why the steam that follows is kindle melting. Every time.

It’s a tall order, but she won’t deliver anything less. Because she’s a reader first.

Mostly, she writes at her local cafe and edits outside in her garden, rugged up in her favorite chair. Always, there must be music.

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Stay connected. For giveaways, goodies, updates, and lots of super-duper extras, join the mailing list at https://daniellabrodsky.com/signup/

Find her everywhere else at https://linktr.ee/daniellabrodsky

She also loves to watch romcoms, especially her own! Her first novel, Diary of a Working Girl, has been adapted as the film, Beauty & The Briefcase, starring Hilary Duff. (I know, right?! That's why I can't stop watching it. Un-frickin-believable.)

She writes sexy, swoony romance with hot alphas, which often takes readers into far-off destinations. This is because she's lived all over the world, from New York to London to Sydney and Honolulu. She lives in Australia, and lots of her alpha males are Australian because let's face it: they're hot. And the accent doesn't hurt either. That's why she married one. A native New Yorker, she lives in Canberra, Australia, with her husband, two daughters, and the beagle who has eaten so many terrible things it is a miracle she's alive.

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4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1 out of 5
21 global ratings

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Ashley
5.0 out of 5 stars Quick, fun read!
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2022
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I really enjoyed Carter. It was a fast paced insta-love story that tugged at my heart. I thought the 1920's murder mystery party was a fun and entertaining twist. You don't see many books with that theme. I thought Mandy and Carter had good chemistry and I liked how devoted he was to her, even after all that time had passed. I did think Mandy was a little wishy-washy with her feelings and with this being a short story that made it felt a little jumbled. Other than that I really enjoyed reading this book. If you're looking for a enjoyable and entertaining read than look no farther. Carter is a perfect fit!
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Nicholle
5.0 out of 5 stars This book was AMAZING
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2022
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I couldn't put it down it was perfectly written. I loved the mcs together. It's a must read.
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Nikki J.
4.0 out of 5 stars Love Carter and Mandy
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2022
Although this is the 6th book in this series, it’s the first one that I’ve read. It was such a short and quick read but it packed a punch.

Mandy is married but is being emotionally and mentally abused by her husband. She also has a young daughter and she wants her to be raised in a loving home. On the day she tells her husband to leave and she wants a divorce, a knock on her car window as she’s crying startles her but gives her an outlet. Carter and Mandy met before at a 30th birthday party. He’s that hot Australian and sexy accent. He invites her to coffee and to listen to what’s going on and offer support.

Fast forward a year, they both have constantly thought of each other. They were both invited to a murder mystery party and sparks fly though they try to remain in character. But they end up getting locked Ina. Room and their characters break.

Such a quick read, mystery, angst, suspense and steamy. Can’t wait to read more!

I received this arc and am voluntarily leaving my honest opinion.
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Wendy Livingstone
5.0 out of 5 stars Emotions!!
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2022
This is the sixth book in this series and is Carter and Mandy’s journey. Mandy is a single mom, and Carter is a single dad, and they meet at a friend’s wedding. There is an intense connection between these two, and Carter to become more than a friends, but will he be able to convince Mandy to take a chance on them being together? This is a well written story which has combustible and undeniable chemistry, and is an emotionally charged storyline, with drama, friendships, and love, which leads to an entertaining and compelling page turner. I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
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MS. SHAWN M. LINDSAY
5.0 out of 5 stars New Beginnings
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2022
Mandy and Carter met at a 30th birthday party for one of Mandy’s friends. Carter instantly had a crush on Mandy but Mandy is married. She has a 3.5 year old daughter Piper. Her husband Grant emotionally abuses her. She knows she wants to leave him.

While Mandy is on the phone in a parking lot getting a pep talk from her best friend, Carter sees her upset and walk over to her car. He tells her to meet him in the café if she wants to talk. Mandy talks to Carter and he listens and offers encouragement. Mandy thanks him, leaves and goes home and kicks Grant out of the house.

A year later, Mandy and Carter meet again at a murder mystery night thrown by their friends.

Do they still have feelings for each other? Are the feelings real or just a crush? Do they have a future together?
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fate
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2022
A group of friends and soon to be friends meet at a wedding! So what could the punchline be? Destiny, Fate and Happiness. Mandy is at a turning point in her life not only for herself but for her daughter Piper. When a sudden thunderstorm happens and she meets up with one of those soon to be friends mentioned above then Fate happens. Carter is that soon to be friend who has wanted to be more than friends to Mandy since that fateful wedding weekend. Will he be able to help as well as prove to Mandy that some things are worth the fight to let Fate step in?
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Always Hoping
4.0 out of 5 stars Insta-love
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2022
Story about Carter & Mandy. They briefly met one year prior, and when Carter sees her upset, he tries to support her emotionally as she was getting ready to leave her verbally abusive husband. Then, another year passes and the end up at a party together. There was love from the beginning but the timing wasn’t right and Carter tried his best to change that. For me, the only negative was the constant rehashing of her trying to convince herself she’s strong even though she found the strength to leave her abusive marriage and be a great single mom. At some point, Mandy (and all of us) need to move on stop with excuses.
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JJDKC
5.0 out of 5 stars Carter and Mandy
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2022
Oh my ... destiny indeed! Outstanding writing, smart, soulful and completely enchanting characters, smart humor and steamy attraction wrapped in a love that will endure. Carter and Mandy know this and readers believe it. I LOVED this short, well written story and can't recommend it enough.

I received an ARC of this book and am voluntarily providing my honest review.
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