The Bachelor Auction

Rachel Van Dyken

Oct 2016 · Sold by Forever

About this ebook

Cinderella never had to deal with this crap.

Jane isn't entirely sure that Cinderella got such a raw deal. Sure, she had a rough start, but didn't she eventually land a prince and a happily-ever-after? Meanwhile, Jane is busy waiting on her demanding, entitled sisters, running her cleaning business, and . . . yep, not a prince in sight. Until a party and a broken shoe incident leave Jane wondering if princes---or at least, a certain deliciously hunky billionaire --maybe do exist.

Except Brock Wellington isn't anyone's dream guy. Hell, a prince would never agree to be auctioned off in marriage to the highest bidder. Or act like an arrogant jerk---even if it was just a favßade. Now, as Brock is waiting for the auction chopping block, he figures it's karmic retribution that he's tempted by a sexy, sassy woman he can't have. But while they can't have a fairy-tale ending, maybe they can indulge in a little bit of fantasy . . .

Ratings and reviews

I really like this author, but this book didn't work for me. Most of the characters' behaviors and attitudes put me off. I didn't care for either of the leads. It's sort of a modern tale of Cinderella slashed with a reality tv-ish feel. I do recommend checking it out for those that have enjoyed other Cinderella retellings in book or film.

The highest form of praise is for an artist to seek inspiration from the classics. The Bachelor Auction is well on it's way to becoming a classic. Ms. Van Dyken used her knowledge of some of the most memorable moments in literature and created a modern day work of art. Through laughter, irony and imaginative workmanship, Cinderella became a sassy spitfire and Prince Charming became anything but. Can Jane and Brockton let go of their make believe fantasies and take a risk on an up close and personal reality? An enchanting childhood fantasy becomes an irresistible adulthood romance.

4.5 The Bachelor Auction is the first book in the Bachelors of Arizona series. I couldn't be a bigger fan of Rachel Van Dyken if I tried. I've read all of her books and I love them all for very different reasons. The Bachelor Auction is a little different Rachel book. Yes, this is a modern take on Cinderella but it's also more sexual and more adult than some of her other books. Brock is trying to run his family business. He's thirty-five years old, but he's never let himself have fun. That's what his twin brothers are for. They are fun, crazy, womanizers who make Brock's life a living hell sometimes. Their grandfather comes up with a scheme to help the company with their publicity issues. A bachelor auction and Brock is the first to be auctioned off. On a rare night when he's not the usual boring Brock, he meets a sweet, beautiful stranger, Jane. She breaks her shoes and is whisked away by Brock. She can't help but be instantly attracted to him. His smell, his face, the caring way he handles her. And the way he gets her new shows. Really pretty, expensive shoes. But it's too much to take and she runs. Brock needs to find her. There's something about her that got under his skin and he needs to see her again. Jane runs a cleaning company and is hired for a job out of town. Just when she almost forgets about Brock he show ups where she's working. And he's not leaving. Their attraction grows more and more every day. He's sexy and has a dirty mouth, but he's no prince. So, Jane has to deal with sexy Brock, an ass, a cock and Brock's crazy twin brothers. Brock wants Jane. More than anything he's ever wanted, but he's about to be auctioned to the highest bidder. How is this his life? Being back in his childhood home is bringing back memories he doesn't want to face. Can Jane help him move on? Will Brock go through with the auction and leave Jane behind? I enjoyed this story. Brock and Jane have hilarious banter and I loved the twins. I might be looking forward to their stories more than I was looking forward to this one! "You know, once you go Brock you never go back." "It would be bad enough if there were only one of you, but there's two. Literally." "Good, then you have two minutes to remove every stitch of clothing on your body and meet me in my room." "What, no please?" "Now. Please." "Only a complete idiot would walk out of this room right now." "Which is why it's so surprising you're still here." "Cute." "I thought so."

About the author

Rachel Van Dyken is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of new adult, regency, and contemporary romances. When she's not writing you can find her drinking coffee at Starbucks and plotting her next book while watching The Bachelor. She keeps her home in Idaho with her husband, son, and their snoring boxer, Sir Winston Churchill. She loves to hear from readers! You can follow her writing journey at www.rachelvandykenauthor.com.