A standalone romance in the 425 Madison SeriesArya I know I can make you blush. It’s a weird claim to fame, but a perk of my dream job: being the voice of your favorite romance audio books. Laughter, hijinks, adventure. Passion. Sweet heaven, the passion. It’s everything I could ever want. Except… The problem with this fabulous life? It’s all just fantasy. Picking between Chinese and Thai …
Picking between Chinese and Thai delivery doesn’t count as adventure.
The bestie who always makes me laugh is thousands of miles away.
As for the hunky hero? It’s not like he’s just going to come crashing into my apartment.
Until the night a bearded stranger does exactly that…
Gavin
Do the job. Get the bad guy. Go home.
Most importantly, don’t get involved.
Those are the rules. The bureau’s and mine. And they work. Even better, they give me the perfect excuse to keep my distance.
The perfect escape from getting burned again. Except…
Why can’t I stop watching her?
I shouldn’t care more about what she’s doing than my target.
I shouldn’t let her distract me from the job.
And I sure as hell shouldn’t fantasize about a woman I’ll never meet.
That is, until the night I surprise us both by kicking down her apartment door. Rules or no rules, it’s true that…
After all, 425 Madison is the perfect place to fall in love.
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Katy Ames has just released the eighth book in the 425 Madison Series – Accidentally In Love. Believe it or not, there is just one more book in these series and it comes out July 18th. Being completely honest with all of you right now…I am going to be very sad when this series is over. Enough about that! Let’s chat about Accidentally In Love by Katy Ames.
Gavin was a beanpole as a kid but is now an overgrown lumberjack-looking hunk of a man. That comes in handy when you need are a Special Agent for the FBI and it takes skills to remain light on his feet and stealthy and Gavin…has skills. He is on a special assignment for the Treasury Department in New York working on a financial crimes case when something happens that has never happened before in his career. He gets distracted, perhaps the better word is obsessed, with the beautiful woman in 2011 which is not the apartment that is actually under surveillance. It is creepy, pervy, and borderline stalkerish but he can’t keep his eyes off of her and can’t wait until she comes home every night. Gavin can rest when she is home safe and sound…until that one night that she wasn’t.
Arya is celebrating her first birthday in New York. She moved there chasing adventure that her life was missing plus she was offered her dream job her employers insisted on the move but it is her birthday and she’s alone and right now, life is not an adventure. All of that changes the night that a golden-skinned, ninja, lumberjack, FBI god comes slamming into her apartment to save her life from a perp who wasn’t really there.
I will admit that it was all hot cop with a gun sexy when Gavin went breaking into Arya’s apartment when he thought she was in danger but was also a little bit pervy I, however, quickly get over the “that’s a little extra” when I recognized the chemistry between Gavin and Arya. This might be advertised as an ugly duckling romance but Arya never saw the ugly in Gavan. What she did see was an adventure but can she convince Gavin to be brave and join her on the adventure of a lifetime? Katy Ames has written a beautiful book about learning to trust, heal, and love when your spirit has been broken.
Should this be on your summer reading list? Ohmygoodness….YES! My rating for Accidentally In Love by Katy Ames…5 out of 5 propellers!!
Do you love touching, unique, and beautiful romance? Then this story is perfect for you. It not only is a wonderful addition to this fun 425 Madison Series but it has lovely flavor all on its own.
Gavin and Arya are so funny together with the right amount of angst and spice. Gavin is an undercover FBI agent that has dealt with some big life blows both emotionally and physically. Ugh I teared up a few times as his story is revealed.
Arya… I LOVE this girl. She is hilarious even when she doesn’t mean to be. OMG her profession is A-MAZ-ING. This author picked something unusual that most readers would admire especially if you like audiobooks. Haha.
This book made me happy and it was a truly enjoyable afternoon read. I am definitely going to have to check out other stories from this author considering how well written this one is. Wink. Happy Reading Everyone.
Im not sure what i was expecting when i first started reading this, but i was pleasantly surprised. I really enjoyed this book once i got into it. I loved the story and relationship between Arya and Gavin, who i have a little soft spot for.
I enjoyed reading their story and relationship, going from the first meeting to a second, to a friendship, to a relationship then love, and watching their relationship develop at a pace that felt right and natural.
all in all a enjoyable light read
I really enjoyed this book. It was easy to read and well written. Both characters were well developed and had great chemistry. Definitely recommend reading this.
Arya is a reader for audible romance novels and is pretty much an introvert. She moved to NYC a few months ago, but has not really made friends yet. She facetimes with her best friend back home a lot. Gavin is an undercover Treasury agent who is staking out a suspect who just happens to live next door to Arya. One night Gavin happens to see what he thinks is an attack on Arya and rushes over to rescue her. On the night of Arya’s birthday, after a depressing phone conversation with her best friend, Arya decides to act out a scene from her favorite romance novel and in the process breaks a glass and cuts her foot. As she is making her way to the bathroom, in storms Gavin with his gun drawn wanting to know where the perp is and how bad is she injured. Once Gavin realizes that there is no one else in the condo, he proceeds to bandage Arya’s foot and she proceeds to learn some things about him. Over the next week, Arya works hard to figure out just where Gavin is spying from and proceeds to hunt him down. After they meet up again, they soon become adventure seeking friends and start spending more and more time together, but what happens after they share their darkest secrets and realize just how deeply they are getting involved. You will have to read the book to find out if they can obtain their HEA.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
This latest edition in the 425 Madison Avenue series was outstanding! Arya and Gavin were wonderful and the story line was phenomenal! Don’t miss this book or the series!! I read an arc copy of this book.
Right from the first moment he is introduced into this story, Gavin stole my heart! The big guy is so sweet and caring but so alone. You couldn’t help but love him. He was more of a beta hero, smart and dedicated and that was so nice to have for a change. Arya is a little quirky but so adorable. The way she worms her way into spending time with him was so awesome and showed how much she liked him to put herself out there that way. The way they met might have been unconventional but set the tone of the entire book. I really loved these two and the epilogue just made it that much better. I know some don’t like epilogues but I love seeing the couple after a little time has past. It gives me all the feels to see where they are at and how their relationship has grown and strengthened. 4.5 stars for Accidentally in Love.
I really liked this book, it was well written and I couldn’t put it down!
Arya is a shy young lady who has moved from her home town to New York. After being there a few months she still doesn’t know anyone and lives her life through her job as a book narrator!
Gavin works for the FBI and is currently keeping tabs on Arya neighbour who is believed to have embezzled money. Through his camera lens he not only watches the neighbour but also Arya!!
One night he sees something wrong in Arya’s apartment so goes racing over only to find that other than a small injury she is infact ok.
What follows is a funny, friends to lovers romcom, one shy coming out of her shell, and the other who thinks he is a failure and let down to everyone! Can these two realise their true feelings for each other before Gavin’s case comes to an end, or will he move back to D.C and never see Arya again!
Arya has just moved to NYC to follow her drea fir an answer though and these ti become m job as a romance book narrator. She has a hard time being adventurous so when a gorgeous man knocks down her door in an attempt to save her she decides this is the adventure she has been looking for. Gavin is an FBI agent surveilling a would be embezzler when he happens upon Arya. He is unable to stop his body and the inherent pull towards her so when he sees she might be in trouble he reacts by running to help her. Gavin fights the attraction because he knows she is dangerous to his life. Arya won’t take no for an answer though and soon an unlikely friendship becomes more. What happens though when old insecurities rear their ugly heads? Will they take their chance at a hea or will fear rule the day? This was a sweet book with a lot of soul! Fabulous read!
I gobbled this tasty treat in less than 2 days! Light, refreshing, witty, with a twist of hunky, bearded, emotionally damaged FBI agent and a dash of quirky, lonely, curious audio book narrator….mixed together and brought to a slow,rolling boil!
Even though this story is Book 8 of the series, I love that they all stand perfectly fine on their own. Each story is written by a different author however all of them are just slightly interwined due to the location where they are all set and the occasional reference to a past character.
I enjoyed this story immensely and adored Arya and Gavin. A unique plot and some laugh out loud moments has made this one of my favorites in the series.
This series has been life changing to read. I’ve read from authors I haven’t heard of and have become fans! I always get a little nervous reading new authors but I’m more excited than nervous and therefore the experience I have makes it so much more!
Gavin seemed like the typical male grouchy man who had a job to do but also a little obsessed over a beautiful woman. I hurt just thinking about the awful things he went through before meeting Arya. The sad life he was “living” because it didn’t seem like he was fully living. The friendship they built not only made me laugh and smile but I couldn’t help to get excited for more.
Arya made me smile most of the book until a stupid decision risked everything and then I got kinda angry at her. I couldn’t understand how she could be so wrapped up in herself and her books to not see what was going to happen!!! I had to take a moment because I wanted to stop reading I was so angry!!! She has faults just like we all do and I held out hope that she would take the plunge!!
Such a fantastic job on this one!!! Seeing the “Ugly Duckling” description for this book had me a little confused and curious but I loved reading this! I swoon, I was sad, shocked at times and scared but mostly I had hope! I love the style you wrote and the way your mind came up with the idea for this one! Congrats!
An amazing entertaining heartwarming sweet romance. This engaging storyline kept me addicted till the last page was turned. It includes, two amazing people who have a unique, interesting and laugh out loud first meeting that sparks undeniable chemistry that becomes a slow burning love. These two are threatened with their own fears and insecurities as they work toward love using with witty banter, and emotion to find their HEA. i really enjoyed how Gavin was portrayed as on to go above and beyond to give Arya all the adventure she craved and needed in her life. I really enjoyed this wonderful standalone love story addition to the 425 Madison series with includes cameos from previous characters. I voluntarily reviewed this ARC.
I adored this book immensely! It’s a cute, fun, quick read! I enjoyed the characters, and the way they first met is funny and memorable. The dialogue and moments between Gavin and Arya are very well written, they had me devouring the pages! A romance with heart, some heat, and a swoon worthy Ninja Lumberjack!
I received this ARC and was excited to read it based on the blurb. It definitely lived up to the expectations. I loved this book!!!!! Gavin is sexy, sweet and vulnerable all rolled into one sexy ninja lumberjack package. While Arya is goofy, funny, and completely adorable. Together they are everything! Katy Ames’ writing is smart and HOT and I can’t wait for her next book.
I absolutely loved this book and was honored to have been able to read and review. It was such a phenomenal read and had amazing characters as well as an amazing story line. I just could not get enough of it and once I started reading it I could not put it down. I recommend that you read it.
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Wow! Accidentally in Love is an amazing story! I loved seeing Gavin and Arya meet each other in a unique way and become friends. Highly recommend read!!!
OH WOW! Arya & Gavin’s story is SUPER CUTE and sweet and FUN and adventurous! I quite enjoyed every minute of their story! There are some laugh out loud moments, witty banter, steamy goodness, and fairly low angst. All the things that make me fall in love w/ a story – this delivers!! : )
Right off the bat this book had me laughing out loud. It is another example of how the residents of 425 Madison have the greatest stories! I am loving all these couples! Everyone of them is very relatable and in most cases very funny. I found myself laughing and swooning and fanning myself often while reading this book. I would absolutely recommend this book to people!