Give In To Me: A Small-Town/Single Mom Romance

Edith Lalonde

Nov 2023 · Edith Lalonde

About this ebook

HE’S A MAN WHO PUTS FAMILY FIRST. SHE’S A SINGLE MOM FIGHTING FOR HER SON. TOGETHER THEY’RE A HAPPILY EVER AFTER IN THE MAKING.

After discovering he’s incapable of having children of his own, Dean Morgan is convinced he’s not meant to have the family of his dreams. But when fate intervenes, and he’s run over by an F-bomb-dropping heartbreaker, he’s in for the surprise of his life. His stubborn Canadian girl may be the only person capable of catching more than his attention, but the secret she’s hiding has the potential to tear him apart.

Embroiled in a nasty custody battle, Cailey Heffner has been fighting long and hard to keep her son. On the brink of financial ruin, she has no choice but to take her sick twin’s place to save the family business and keep her home. But when one night with a sexy American tractor builder turns into more, she finds herself staying on his family’s Arizona ranch, lying to everyone about her identity, and falling head over boots for a man she has no chance of having a future with.

Ten days. To protect her son, Cailey has to make it ten days without her secret coming out. Then she can hightail it back across the border, broken heart in tow. Unfortunately, there’s one little problem with her diabolical plan. Well, okay, fine. Dean Morgan’s not a small problem. He’s also not the kind of man who gives up on what he wants—and he wants her—bad.

Book one in the Boots and Hearts Series GIVE IN TO ME is a steamy, full-length standalone novel with a happily ever after you won’t want to miss!

Ratings and reviews

Hang on for a wild ride! After a rather slow start, this story took off like a rocket as soon as Dean and Cailey meet in person. I'll admit I had trouble getting into the story at first, when we were only getting each of their current situations explained, which didn't put either one of them in an especially favorable light. However, once they meet the sparks are instantaneous and I was immediately addicted to their insane chemistry. If there's one thing I can say about all four of this author's books that I've read, it's that she really excels at showing the depth and explosiveness of her couples' attraction to each other. This author really knows how to write hot, emotionally charged, possessive smut. From their heart-stopping first kiss through the hottest set of negotiations I've ever read, the many twists and turns kept me on the edge of my seat and glued to my ereader. So many delicious layers of mistaken identity! Even halfway through the book, we still weren't even halfway through all the secrets. Dean is as persistent and dominating as all of the author's other MMCs, and I loved every bit of it. His amazing patience (the porch scene had me swooning!) was the rock on which their love story was built. He manages to balance giving Cailey all the space she needs while never completely letting her go. I adored their HEA and the beautiful way they built their unique family. I loved meeting all the siblings and can't wait to read their stories. I know Faith is next, and I hope we'll get a lot more in this wonderful series. I highly recommend everything this author writes, and this book is especially tailor-made for anyone who loves contemporary cowboy romances. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

Holy hell what a great book! "Give In To Me" by Edith Lalonde is a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, and unexpected connections. Dean Morgan, a man devoted to family, faces life-altering revelations about his ability to have children. The story takes an unforeseen turn when he collides with Cailey Heffner, a determined Canadian single mom entangled in a challenging custody battle and financial woes. As Dean and Cailey navigate the complexities of their lives, Lalonde crafts a tale filled with passion, secrets, and the resilience of the human spirit. Cailey's decision to step into her twin's shoes to save the family business sets the stage for a captivating story of identity, sacrifice, and the uncharted territories of the heart. The chemistry between Dean and Cailey is electric, drawing readers into a love story that defies expectations. Lalonde skillfully builds tension as the characters grapple with their own desires, and Cailey races against time to protect her son's future. "Give In To Me" is the first book in the Boots and Hearts Series, offering a standalone novel with a steamy romance and all the feels. Lalonde's storytelling captures the essence of love's transformative power, making this novel a compelling read. I ended up staying up until 2:00 a.m. reading this book all in one sitting, because I was unable to put it down. I would give it 10 stars if I could! The best book I read this year so far. Can't wait for the next book. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Outstanding This was an amazing book and I loved every single moment of it. It was well rounded with a mix of humour, romance, emotion and drama. I liked that the story didn't feel contrived and whilst there was certainly tension, secrets and misunderstandings; there wasn't any unnecessary angst. My poor heart got a workout with this one! Cailey and Dean made an awesome couple and despite their obstacles, they just couldn't deny the intense connection and chemistry between them. It was wonderful seeing love, sacrifice and strong family bonds being featured so prominently. The supporting characters were great too and I am really looking forward to the rest of this series. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. All opinions expressed are solely my own.

About the author

Edith Lalonde is a romantic suspense and contemporary romance author who writes emotionally charged stories for readers who love over-protective heroes and the kick-ass women who bring them to their knees.

Her romances feature found families, sizzling heat, and swoon worthy happily-ever-afters you won’t want to miss!

When she's not writing or traveling, she spends her days listening to the voices in her head, planning the next book in one of her series, or chasing her chocolate lab Sweet Emmyline while shouting, “Bad dog! Very bad dog!”

She's married to a real live-action hero, has two live-action hero children, and her addiction to Diet Coke rivals her love of wine.

To find out more about Edith and her books, visit her website. www.edithlalonde.com

Happy Reading!