From USA Today bestselling author KL Donn comes the all new Uncontrolled Heroes series where the heroes took over and decided they all get a little lovin’.Cade Larrabee is…done. Done with love. Done with women. Done with basically any and everything that isn’t his kids or his bike shop. After their mom decided she was done with family life, Cade knew where his focus should be.In need of … where his focus should be.
In need of childcare, and someone to help around the house, Cade goes in search of a nanny. One who is as plain as Jane but can be compassionate enough to handle Mac–a boy who keeps acting out–and Lily–his sweet girl who needs a woman’s touch.
Petal Davies proves to be the perfect nanny. The perfect friend. The perfect…everything. Not only does she put up with his cranky attitude, but she gives it right back to him.
Petal shows Cade day after day, time and again that not only is she the perfect woman for him, she’d be the perfect mom to his kids, and she’s mostly certainly A Girl Worth Fighting For.
Falling in love isn’t always planned and when you least expect it, your heart decides for you. Come on over to Long Beach, California to find out who falls in love, who gets naughty on the beach and if family truly is everything.
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After the mother of his children has left him their children twice, Cade is done with relationships. His children and bike shop are his life and, for the most part he’s doing okay with the help of his best friend and younger brother. But, having someone to help juggle household chores and the children’s schedule would be nice.
Petal loves being a nanny. She’s sweet and nurturing, yet tough as nails and won’t back down in a fight. When she’s sent by the agency to interview as Cade’s new nanny, she immediately bonds with his children . . . but not necessarily their gruff and crabby father.
But, the more time they spend together, the more they fall . . .even though they shouldn’t. And, when Cade makes a mistake that pushes Petal away for good, can he prove to both himself and to Petal that she is a girl worth fighting for?
A Girl Worth Fighting For was a super sweet novella! I enjoy single parent romance, and this was done quite well. Cade really is a great father and it’s clear that his children are not only adored, but adore him as well. His fear of commitment is completely understandable, so an unattractive nanny sounds like the perfect solution to his problems.
Petal, however, is not what he expected! Not only is she gorgeous, she has such passion and fire and love for those she cares about. It’s clear to see how quickly she falls for Cade’s children and vice versa and how easily she fits into their lives. My favorite thing about her, however, is that while she is sweet and caring, she is not a pushover in any way and can give just as good as she gets. It was totally refreshing to see the female lead put the cranky alpha character in his place more than once throughout the story.
Cade’s children, Lily and Mac are fantastic characters. Watching both Cade and Petal interact with them gives a lot of depth to all of the characters as well as the plot, as they are the true spark that brings this fiery couple together.
A Girl Worth Fighting For was a quick and easy read and can be finished in an afternoon. I loved that while it was sweet and fun, there was drama and depth to the story to make it more than just a feel good happy ever after. 4 stars!
Short and steamy and oh so good!!
Cade is a single dad with no time to stop!! Lily and Mac are his world, but the man needs help. Enter Petal!! Such a sweet and strong woman!! She adores children. She’s hired as Lily and Mac’s nanny. The kids love her and the feelings are mutual.
Right from the start you can feel the chemistry between Cade and Petal. As always you have to fight for love. Life can never be simple.
A fantastic story!!
KL Donn never disappoints!!
I am absolutely in love with Cade and Petal! Petal is so good with Lily and Mac and she is perfect for Cade. I love that she doesn’t take anyone’s shit and she stands up for herself. I couldn’t help but fall in love with Lily from the beginning. She’s so adorable! I am so excited to read Jace’s book next!
This was a sweet sexy read about Cade and Petal. Loved their interaction and banter. Petal was fierce and strong and didn’t put up with any crap. Cade had a few moments were he messed up. Loved his children. They were so sweet. I couldn’t stop reading until I finished this wonderful thrilling sexy story. Loved this beautiful story and I can’t wait to read more by KL Donn.
KL Donn does it again! I can’t get enough of her stories. I love the instant the characters meet and know that they’ll be it, even if they deny it to begin with. Petal is so cool that stands up for herself and doesn’t let Cade walk over her. Mac and Lily were just the cutest and so glad finally Cade realized what he wanted. Jace and Beckett were hilarious too and I can’t wait to see what’s in store for them.
Loved Cade and Petal’s story. This book is short, loveable fast pace read. Loved Petal’s feisty attitude and kind hearted. Great book.
Cade is a single dad who has two kids he worships, a shop and a great support system. However, being a single parent, a buisness owner and a making sure everything is covered is way harder than it looks. Hence the need for a little help. Enter Petal, a loving nanny who refuses to take Cades crap. These two literally start off on the wrong foot but Cade can’t deny how much his kids fall instantly for Petal and it gets harder and harder for either of them to deny the chemistry between them. These two really do bring out the best and the worst in each other which provides for some very funny and steamy moments between the two.
I loved this book. It was such a funny, stemy read and these kids just stole my heart right along with Petals. Definitely worth the read, especially if you love an enemies to lovers story. These two aren’t exactly enemies, but… well read it and find out.
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This is a great story of love and a strong woman. It’s great to see a heroine that can stand on her own but is still vulnerable to the man she loves. I can’t wait for the next story!
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book from an advanced reader copy.
I absolutely loved this book.
The story was well written and held my attention.
The characters had lots of steamy chemistry.
I look forward to reading the next book.
I would recommend this book to others
Oh my goodness! This book was short but sweet and so, so good I would have read it in one sitting if life would have allowed but these days I’m reading in between running here and there. Cade is a single dad of an 8-year-old mini-me son and a 3-year-old daughter and they all have abandonment issues and it is no wonder since their mom ran out on them. Cade needs help and finally caves and decides to hire a nanny. Who shows up for the interview but the totally gorgeous and disheveled Petal. She was 5 minutes late and fretting over that since that is not her norm but while waiting she meets Lilly and shares her blueberries and a bond is automatically formed, however, meeting Cade and his over the top attitude she barrels but not before giving back as a bit of sass and standing up for herself. After witnessing Petal fend for herself when her car will not start because of a dead battery, soon Cade and his kids are following her home and meeting her dad and her dog. Oh, Roman, the dog, we should all have a protector like him. Some groveling and Petal is the new nanny. The chemistry is off the charts and watching them avoid each other until they can’t is amusing. This was well written and special. There were sweet times and smoking hot too and great family time also. I cannot wait to see Jace and Beckett fall…
KL Donn never fails to leave me speechless when I read a new book of hers and this one definitely followed that suit. Case and Petal are such a contrast and yet the pull is undeniable, even if they try to. Case is brash, says what he thinks and his two kids are his world. Petal is sweet, kind, can handle anything Cade throws at her and falls for his two children in a flash. Their story isn’t that simple though and will have some twists and turns they will have to make it through if they want a chance at happily ever after. I loved these two characters and the two men that Cade has had help raising his kids, hope they get a book too!
this book was just amazing! it will bring tears to your eyes reading some parts of this book! he is raising two kids after the mother up and left. now he needs a nanny to help him out. only she doesnt take crap from anyone. feelings start but someone is going to get hurt. read to find out what happens.
Cade is a single dad (my favorite trope) and needs a nanny for his 2 kids.
Love Petal. She was strong and sassy an knew how to defend herself and those she love. Loved how she was with the kids.
Love the instant connection between Cade and Petal.
I enjoyed this novella very much and can’t wait to read Jace and Calla’s book.
I needed more. I’ve been anticipating the release of this book and was not disappointed. I needed more of Petal and Cade. A longer story becuase I didnt want it to end. Who doesn’t love a stong alpha male and their kickass female.
*** I didnt know what this book was about going in. I tend to skip over the blurbs or teasers when it comes to KL Donn books. If I read it I’m just torturing myself with the wait. ***
OMG! I LOVED THIS STORY!! I read this while babysitting this morning and let me tell ya, I had trouble putting this book down for even a second. I love Cade and Petal! I can’t wait for the next book in this series!! I have a feeling I’m going to love Jace and Calla’s story just as much!!
Omg what a sweet Insta love read ! Absolutely beautiful…
Alpha yummy males and a kick ass female that knows her self worth which was bloody awesome !
I totally feel easily in love with this book KL Donn knows what she’s doing if you haven’t read anything by her do yourself a favour and get on it … starting with this cute book would be a great start …..
I enjoyed Petal and Cade’s story, their connection and sparks. Petal is strong minded and fiery. This is a quick read with a lot packed in. Looking forward to the next book!
Cade doesn’t have time to breathe. Owning his own business with two kids, he is constantly on the go. When push comes to shove, his brother and his friend push yes on the picture of the young girl on the nanny website. When Petal comes for her interview, she isn’t prepared for Cade’s attitude. Can they stand to work together or will Petal walk away from the hot single dad and his two cute kids?
I have been a huge fan of K.L. Donn from the first book of hers I read last year. A Girl Worth Fighting For was a funny, infuriating, sweet romance between a man, a woman, and two kids. You can’t help but love these characters even when you want to introduce Cade to your foot up his backside. From the moment I heard the synopsis, I immediately preordered it and it was everything I needed. With her trademark emotion that bleeds off of every character, this is a lighter novella and it was fantastic! I gobbled it down in one sitting and was ecstatic that there will be a second book with characters introduced in Girl coming soon. All the stars for Petal and Cade!
This book is absolutely beautiful written i loved how alpha and badass petal is butcalso how loyal and protective she is of mac and lily and i want a roman of my own and cade bless his heart he has worked so hard to give his kids everything he can but the one thing they need a mommy and bam her comes petal please read to find out the rest kl donn you did it again
I loved this book! It was a great read that I didn’t want to put down once I started. The instant chemistry between Cade and Petal was obvious the moment they met. The characters were a perfect fit for each. Can’t wait to see what happens in the next book!