Ian Dare misses the alone time and intense sex life he and his wife shared before their children were born. What’s an alpha man to do? He kidnaps Riley for an erotic weekend away before the Christmas rush overwhelms them both.Riley Dare adores her husband and his dominant and protective ways, and she’s excited to spend time with him minus distractions on a sexy retreat where anything goes … and … goes … and spontaneity leads to future surprises.
A complete stand-alone for people who haven’t yet read Dare to Love but a special treat for those who want to revisit their favorite couple.
NOTE: this short story was already shared in Carly’s newsletter so if you subscribe you may have read it before but many have asked if they could have this on their Kindle.
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It’s a fast read. I enjoyed revisiting Ian and Riley’s story.
I love the Dare clan especially Ian. This too quick Christmas story is sexy, sweet and fun – a perfect little holiday getaway.
When Ian realizes that his wife Riley is so busy with the kids and everything else he comes up with a plan to get some of her attention for himself.
This was a perfect quick read for when you just need a little break from the hustle of everything and a quick visit with old friends.
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Super short, slice of life feel. I think as much time was spent introducing family members as story, but it was cute.
This is a cute short story catching Ian and Riley Dare a few years down the line from their book. The family is growing and with two kids, Ian and Riley don’t have any time for themselves. What to do? Ian arranges a weekend alone on a Caribbean island for them to rest, relax and reconnect. And get home in time for the Christmas craziness of a Dare family get together!
Short, sweet, and hot, “A Very Dare Christmas” is a nice way to check in on some favorite characters and get a little Christmas heat (and heart!) before the big day.
This is a short novella about Ian and Riley from Carly Phillips Dare Series. The story takes place several years in the future after they have gotten married and had a baby.. If you have had a baby you know that you know how your relationship changes for a while during the adjustment period. This is them rekindling their relationship. It’s hot and steamy and everything you want from these two characters.
Riley is married to Ian and they have 2 wonderful children.
They hardly get anytime to themselves.
Ian whisks Riley away to a carribean island for the weekend.
I like it how Riley and Ian love each other so much. Ian shows it by hiring a nanny to help his wife out and taking her for a weekend away.
It’s great how Ian comes to accept his step family.
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This takes us back to the wonderful Dare world with sexy couple Ian and Riley. A quick, easy to read Christmas novella with the always fantastic family and friends atmosphere that this terrific author gives us along with an update on our couple and their kiddos. The hunky Alpha Ian has his hands full with the hard to handle Riley and her antics. This sexy couple rekindles their romance and the love between these two is beautiful and so steamy. There’s lots of love and some drama and always emotion in this catch up with the Dare to Love family. Loved it!
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I loved this short Christmas story by Carly Phillips! It was fun getting to read about the Dare family again. I’m hoping we might get to read more books in the future with the Dare family.
I was given an ARC from the author/publisher. All conclusions are mine and mine alone.
Great holiday novella taking us on the Christmas Journey with Ian and Riley and the rest of the Dare clan.
This was amazing. The chemistry was steamy and sexy, the tension just enough and the plot was great. With a few sexy moments, plenty of steam and a perfect Christmas romance for fans who love this series and author. This is a perfect Christmas present to yourself. Happy reading!!
A quick yet highly entertaining holiday adventure with those ultra lovable Dare family! Loved this fun and sexy adventure!
Who says being married can’t have its perks? Ian Dare is determined to get away with his wife for a weekend. Riley Dare is exhausted and needs a much needed break. Get ready for a wild, passionate weekday with the Dares right before Christmas!
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Loved this novella by Carly Phillips! I completely understand when work, kids, family and stress seem to take over your life and pull you away from your partner. I just wish I could be like Ian and Riley and chart a private jet and escape it all too! Great read and love that Carly builds onto other books I’ve read like this.
I really enjoyed this short story. You get to catch up with the Dares during the holiday season. Though this story revolves around Ian and Riley. Them taking the time for them and to reconnect with life and responsibilities taking up most of their time. This was enjoyable and can be read rather quickly. Fans of the Dares or Carly Phillips will enjoy this bonus story.
If you’re a Carly fan and subscribe to her newsletter then you more than likely have read this. I’m a fan but newsletters are not my superpower LOL so I was delighted to dig in!
Sexy and fun with all the holiday spirit you could ask for! #win
A VERY DARE CHRISTMAS by Carly Phillips is a contemporary, adult erotic romance short story found in the author’s Dare to Love series focusing on the Dare siblings. A VERY DARE CHRISTMAS gives the reader another look at Ian and Riley Dare (Dare to Love #1), as they struggle with life, love, children and the upcoming holidays.
NOTE: A VERY DARE CHRISTMAS was originally released as a newsletter short story for all of the author’s newsletter subscribers.
Told from dual third person perspectives (Ian and Riley) A VERY DARE CHRISTMAS focuses on the hectic lifestyle of Ian and Riley Dare. As the holidays approach Riley Dare struggles to do it all including shopping for gifts for her husband’s large extended family, but a surprise awaits Riley upon her return home, a surprise that sweeps Riley on a romantic vacation with the man whom she loves more than her life. Ian Dare is determined to make his wife’s life a little bit easier, starting with some time alone in a tropical paradise.
A VERY DARE CHRISTMAS is a quick read; a fast paced, spicy and sexy short story that focuses on romance, family, and love; on one couple’s need for some alone time, time spent getting to know one another, again.
A steamy, sexy short story. It helps to have read their previous story but not necessary. If you’re looking for a quick, hot read, you’ve found it.
Ian and Riley have been married for some time now and have children which leads them to little to no time for each other. With Ian’s desire for Riley, he decides to take her on a vacation without telling her. Riley is surprised but also grateful for this time away with just the two of them. Rekindling their marriage is just the thing. This is a short story that Carly wrote and can be read as a stand alone but it’s even better after having read their story in Dare to Love. Carly knocks this one out as always. Highly recommend this quick read.
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A visit at Dare s is like a breath of fresh air. Ian takes Riley away to an impromptu sexy weekend. before the holiday craziness. Fun sexy and hearing about the whole clan makes this a nice short read
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