The Billionaire Bachelor

Jessica Lemmon

Jun 2016 · Sold by Forever

About this ebook

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Manwhore. That's what the board of directors--and the tabloids--thinks of billionaire bachelor Reese Crane. Ordinarily he couldn't care less, but his playboy past is preventing the board from naming him CEO of Crane Hotels. Nothing--and no one--will keep him from his life's legacy. They want a settled man to lead the company? Then that's exactly what he'll give them.

Merina Van Heusen will do anything to get her parents' funky boutique hotel back--even marry cold-as-ice-but-sexy-as-hell Reese Crane. It's a simple business contract--six months of marriage, absolute secrecy, and the Van Heusen is all hers again. But when sparks fly between them, their passion quickly moves from the boardroom to the bedroom. And soon Merina is living her worst nightmare: falling in love with her husband.

Ratings and reviews

Hotness Rating 3 out of 5 When it comes to the whole Billionaire Bachelor or pretend marriage for the sake of a common goal trope I am not a huge fan. The stories often come off cheesy and bland. To be honest, I only gave this book a chance because I've always loved Jessica Lemmon and wanted to give her a shot. I am so glad I did. I loved The Billionaire Bachelor. This first book of the Billionaire Bad Boys series made me laugh out loud so many times. Not to mention the spicy romance and entertaining story line. I don't know how she did it, but Ms. Lemmon made me a fan of her version of the billionaire bachelor storyline and I'm looking forward to reading more in this series. Reese Crane is every stereotype you have ever thought of when you think sexy, young, uber-rich single guy with the world at his fingertips. He's cold and ruthless when it comes to getting what he wants. He discards women without a second thought. He's driven in business and willing to do anything he has to to achieve his goals. Case in point Merina Van Heusen. Merina is sentimental and nostalgic. That doesn't take away from her drive to succeed but she does it with a much softer, more personal approach. So, when she finds out that her beloved hotel has fallen into the hands of the evil Crane family's hands, specifically Reese Crane, she will do anything to save her legacy. The whole relationship between Reese and Merina starts as a way for Reese to show the board that he's settled down and deserves the top position at Crane Hotels now that his dad is retiring. You immediately think this is going to be the same old story with just a nuance of difference. But, it's not. Reese has so much depth as a character. I loved his sexy side, but I think I loved his humorous side even better. Ms. Lemmon touched on a dark side to Reese, but thank goodness didn't beat this into the ground. He was loyal to his family and yes a little damaged, but when he lost himself in Merina it was fantastic! Merina balanced Reese beautifully. She went into their agreement hesitantly and not happy about it, but when she was in she was in. I loved her wit and ability to be honest in all situations. I loved that she didn't play games and was up front about what she wanted and what she needed. All in all, this was a homerun for me. I can not wait to read more about the Crane brothers and see what this series has to offer. You can find this review and others at Books, Chocolate and Lipgloss

Playboy billionaire Reese Crane has been auditioning for the job as the new CEO of Crane Enterprises every since he was old enough to understand that was to be his legacy. As the time to take the helm from his father approaches the board has some conce runs letting a man like Reese with such a manwhorring background take the helm of the company. So what does Reese decide to do, give them the settled down family man illusion they want. Merina Van Heusen has dreamed of the day that her families hotel would be hers to run and care for. When she learns that her parents has sold her beloved hotel she is heartbroken, but when she finds out that they sold it to Crane Enterprises she is furious. Letting her temper rule her actions Merina storms into the corporate offices of Crane to let Reese have a piece of her mind. How dare he buy her hotel and start making changes to a beloved flagship. After his encounter with Merina Reese starts to form a plan, marry Merina to give the board the settled amity man b the desire as head of the company and in exchange he will hand over the Van Heusen that Merina adores. What could possibly go wrong. These two are like oil and water on the surface but the more time they spend with each the more they find they have in common. Both have been seriously hurt and betrayed in the past which has molded them into the untrusting individuals they are. This book is full of witty banter and hot romance lover's of Jessick Lemons books are accustomed too. I can't wait for the next stories about Reese's brothers! I received an eARC of this book compliments of the publisher in exchange for my honest review and opinion. All ratings and opinions stated are my own.

I loved it – more please! The Billionaire Bachelor is a standalone book, the first in a new series called Billionaire Bad Boys. It’s exactly the kind of story that made me fall in love with Jessica Lemmon’s writing over two years ago. I wasn’t real crazy about all of her Lost Boys stories but this one has me completely back on board. The story has a wonderful, strong heroine in Merina Van Heusen and Reese Crane is just enough of a jerk-bad boy that you can hate him a little until you really get to know more about him (he’s been betrayed by a lover) as the story develops. Merina loves the Van Heusen boutique hotel that has been her family’s legacy. Unbeknownst to her it was sold and now she’s furious – at her parents for not telling her about their financial problems and at Crane Hotels for buying it and wanting to turn it into another non-descript, modern looking hotel. Reese Crane needs to change his image if he’s to obtain his life’s goal of becoming CEO of Crane Hotels when his father retires. He comes up with the perfect plan – marry Merina. If she’ll stay married to him for 6 months he will sign the Van Heusen over to her free and clear. This is an updated marriage of convenience type of story and I loved it! The first time Merina and Reese meet she’s soaking wet and demanding that he stop the updates he’s ordered for the Van Heusen. He’s intrigued by her and admires her feistiness (as well as how she looks in a wet, see-through blouse). Jessica Lemmon’s writing couldn’t be better. I laughed and I cried and I wanted to beat Reese over the head more than once. Oh, did I mention how hot and steamy it gets between Marina and Reese – even after they both said there wouldn’t be any sex during their marriage? Wow, made my ereader nearly burn my fingers! Reese has two brothers that I’m sure will get their own books and I can’t wait to read them. ARC provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for my review. Review will be posted to Xtreme-Delusions dot com on or after release date.

About the author

Jessica Lemmon is a contemporary romance writer, artist, dreamer, wife, and den mother to a rescue dog. You can learn more about her sexy heroes and the women who fall for them at www.jessicalemmon.com.