THEY’VE GOT NO TIME FOR LOVE. BUT WHAT IF LOVE FINDS THEM FIRST?Em Georgiou looks like the sort of girl you take home to your family. But she’s got a PhD to finish and a career to kick-start first. And besides, Em likes men too much to settle down—much to her father’s exasperation.Joel Scott doesn’t do relationships. He’s too focused on his architecture business. So when his hard-to-please, … his hard-to-please, cut-throat developer client suggests that he ‘gets to know’ his daughter Em, Joel is prepared to add the spoiled daddy’s girl to his to-do list for the sake of his career. Except Em is way more capable than her father gives her credit for. And she’s certainly not the type of woman you strike off your to-do list.
Can Joel convince Em that he’s not just trying to impress her father? Or that you can fall in love when you don’t want to… even if it involves facing up to a dark past you’d rather forget?
A fresh new series set in beachside Sydney featuring high-achieving women and men who aren’t afraid to be challenged, from the author of the City Love books.
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Daddy’s Girl (Freshwater Book 3) by Belinda Williams was a wonderful quick romance. I love the attention to detail and the development. Em was my absolute favorite, I adore a feisty female lead. I did enjoy Joel as well and his back story was really well done. I would definitely recommend it for anyone who needs a good romance fix.
Daddy’s Girl (Freshwater Book 3) by Belinda Williams
4 of 5 Stars
‘Daddy’s Girl’ is an enjoyable and entertaining contemporary romance set in beachside Sydney. This is a lighthearted, fun romantic comedy with wonderful characters and I felt totally immersed in the storyline. Em Georgiou is not ready to settle down as she has her PhD to finish and a career to start. Joel Scott is completely focused on his architecture business to worry about relationships. Joel does not have high hopes when a client suggests he ‘gets to know’ his daughter, as he’s expecting a spoiled daddy’s girl. However as soon as Joel meets Em he is determined to convince her that he’s not just seeing her to impress her father. This book took me on an emotional rollercoaster whilst reading it as it has some really funny, laugh out loud moments and then some more emotional moments. Although book three in a series it can be read as a standalone story, however I have also enjoyed the previous two books in the ‘Freshwater’ series. An easy and engaging read which I recommend if your looking for some escapism with a good book.
Daddy’s Girl is a fun-loving romance story that will have you laughing and relating to the characters within the book. The plotline is simple but effective. Two people not looking for love realize that they need each other. The story goes at a good clip. I know I had to hold on because I was plowing through the story. This story is Joel and Em’s story. Em is a “daddy’s girl” who has a Ph.D. who is not ready to be with one man. Her daddy had other plans for her. Joel is focusing on his business to date anyone. Then there was his client who was trying to set up his daughter with Joel. Will this be a disaster in the making? Does Joel develop feelings for Em? Is Em ready for a single man relationship? I highly recommend this book to find out the answers to these questions and more.
Daddy’s girl is the awesome 3rd book in the Freshwater series by Belinda Williams. It’s a fantastic contemporary romance series set in the Freshwater area of Australia. It can be read as a standalone but I’d definitely recommend reading all three books in the series and if you read all three then it makes more sense to read them in the correct order to avoid spoilers. I’ve now read all 3 and I can safely say that I adore this series of books.
For as long as she can remember, Em Georgiou’s father has been trying to set her up will suitable, eligible young men all of whom she’s had absolutely no interest in. Even if she was interested, she’s going nowhere near someone recommended by her father. That is, until she meets Joel Scott who is trying to win a contract with her father. Neither of them are interested in relationships, their careers are the number one factor in their lives. That is, until they both can’t stop thinking of the other.
I absolutely loved this story and both Em and Joel are amazing characters that I just fell in love with. Well, I already adored Em from the previous 2 books. Joel expected a daddy’s girl, a spoiled brat but what he got in Em was totally the opposite: a beautiful, highly intelligent woman with similar interests and passions as his own.
This is a fun filled, romantic story that I’d call a page turner. I was to enthralled in Em and Joel’s story and did not want to put it down.
Would definitely recommend Daddy’s Girl.
Daddy’s Girl is the third book in Belinda Williams’ Freshwater series. Like the previous books in the series, it has a gorgeous coastal Australian setting with a fiery romance between interesting characters.
The books in the series are connected by the protagonists (first Kat, then Jess, now Em) living in the same building. They’ve grown to be friends, which means I was eager to see Em get her own story, and grateful in this story for the chance to catch up with Kat, Jess and their partners.
Living in a penthouse owned by her father, Em seems at first sight a spoiled daddy’s girl. But she is uncomfortable to be relying on her father, and only does so because it enables her to focus on the PhD she hopes will let her make some positive changes in the world. Her father hopes she will get married and settle down, preferably soon, and is constantly setting her up with young bachelors.
Joel can be a bit annoying at times – he broods a lot over his dark past and is quite self-centred – but he’s clearly trying to do the right thing. I’m hoping there are more books in the series so we can see his character develop further after the drama of this book calms down.
For me, this is a five-star read. It’s an enjoyable, easy-to-read romance and a lovely location to escape to. It would work as a standalone but the whole series is great and worth reading in order to get to know the characters.
Once again Belinda Williams has brought us another brilliant addition to this series, that is fast-paced and captivating from the beginning. This is book three in the Freshwater series and they can all be read as a stand-alone but honestly, you wouldn’t want to miss anyone of them. This read gives you romance, fun and laugh out loud moments and most of all the ups and downs and feels that come along with this type of read, all in all, its all you can hope for from a Romance read! This read takes you on a journey full of pain, heartache, joy, happiness and much much more. I can’t wait to read more from this author and see where this series takes us next.
This is the 3rd book in this series but can be read as a standalone. I really like Em and Joel’s story. Kept me entertained while reading and had some laughs too. This author is able to keep you hooked to her words!
Daddy’s Girl (Freshwater Book 3) by Belinda Williams. I loved this book. Its a contemporary romance about Emily (Em) Georgiou who is from a huge greek family that wants nothing more than for her to settle down. Em is all about finishing her PHD and is not worried about settling down or relationships. Em’s dad is even trying to set her up with a guy from her dad’s company. Joel Scott has one rule, no relationships so when a man he’s working on a deal with asks him to pay attention to his daughter Joel is afraid not to because he doesn’t want to lose the deal. He can flirt with the best of them but that doesn’t mean he’s going to marry them. Until he meets Em, Joel is smitten and they end up hooking up. The only problem is neither of them meant to have feelings for the other. Em is devastated because she has been planning on applying for a job at Joel’s company. Have they ruined everything? Will they change their no relationship rule? Read Daddy’s girl to find out!
Daddy’s Girl by Belinda Williams is book three of the Freshwater Series. This book can be read as a standalone.
Em is driven and smart. She’s got too much to accomplish before she even thinks about settling down. Her father on the other hand thinks the time is now. Her father is always on the look out for men to send Em’s way. Starting a family isn’t a dream Em’s had for herself. That is until she meets Joel. What is it about Joel that has her picturing a different future? Joel doesn’t have time for relationships. He’s got a business to focus on. As he’s trying to close a deal with Mr.Georgiou, he offers to set Joel up with zen to get to know her more. Joel needs to close this deal so he takes him up on the offer, not expecting what he gets when he meets Em. He realizes everything Em is and knows he wants more than a hook up with her but how does he convince her he isn’t doing this to impress her father? Will these two alter the plans they had for their futures to make room for each other.
This was a good read! It was enjoyable and I really enjoyed watching the characters evolve and change and realize that that’s okay to do to make room for new dreams while holding on to the old ones.
This is the 3rd book in the Freshwater Series and I enjoyed this just as much as the first 2. The characters are likeable and you really feel a connection to them. It is nice to have a strong female lead character as well as a powerful successful male character.
Em has almost graduated with her PhD. With her goals focused on starting her new career and being successful she doesn’t have time for love or romance. However her father wants her to settle down so he keeps trying to set her up. Add to this her father’s job and how it conflicts with what Em believes in and this makes their relationship strained.
So when he try to set her up again she is less than impressed. Until she meets Joel Scott.
Joel is a successful business man. Like Em his focus is his work so when his prespective employer thinks he will like his daughter he goes along with the set up to win over his favour.
What he finds is that Em is nothing like he expected and he is drawn to the strong independent woman that she is.
Can love bloom when neither of them want it? Can Joel prove to Em that he’s interested in her and not just to win favour with her dad? Can they find room in their lives to focus on something other than their careers?
Williams has done it again. I have loved this series and this installment didn’t disappoint. Good clean romance, chemistry, perfectly timed comedy – just a fantastic book to enjoy on a lazy afternoon. A pick me up my heart needed.
This is the third book in the series. Joel Scott and Em. Meeting at a wedding the usaly bridesmaids get some but what happens when other things interventions. Its a secret from others how long can they keep this going. Em Georgiou doesn’t have time for love can Joel convince her there is time. He guards his past so closely that you know something bad has happened which will continue to affect him. And it was interesting to watch Em evolve from the woman who wants nothing to do with any type of relationship to possibly falling in love. Characters from the previous books make appearances in this story so it was fun to see what they were up to.
I was excited to get my hands on Daddy’s Girl, the third book in the Freshwater series from Belinda Williams. I loved the first two so it was an easy one-click for myself. It isn’t necessary to read the books in order or the other two before diving into this one, but I am sure you will want to go back and devour them as well when you finish this one. The Freshwater books really are a fun, romantic, and sassy series that will have you giggling and cheering for the couples the whole time. Daddy’s Girl gives us the story of Em and Joel. They may have opposite goals in the beginning, Em with her desire to finish school and start her career, and Joel who basically thinks she can have it all even when she doesn’t see it. Will they find their happily ever after? I can’t wait to see whose story we will get next!
Daddy’s Girl
By Belinda Williams
5 stars
I really loved this book! From the beginning to the end I was really engaged in what I was reading. I loved the previous books in the series also and this one definitely lived up to those! I really like the authors relaxed writing style; the stories flow really well and make them so easy and effortless to read. I find myself completely lost in what I’m reading and they are difficult to put down.
I loved the characters Em and Joel! Their story was great to read about. There were definitely some very funny moments between the characters – I love a good laugh out loud book and this one certainly ticked that box!
If you’re looking for a light heart funny romance read then I would highly recommend Daddy’s Girl!
I enjoyed this romance story. This is a well developed story that has characters that are unique and creative. I had no problems connecting with them as they brought the story to life. The story is fast paced and engaging. This is a story about Joel and Em. Joel is so focused on his business that he just doesn’t do relationships. But when one of his biggest client asks him to meet his daughter, he never expects to find Em. She is determined to finish school and start her business. What will fate have in store for these two? First impressions are important but will Joel convince Em there is more to his feelings than what she thinks? They made great characters that I just enjoyed. I highly recommend this book.
This story just really pulled at my heart strings. At first it’s all sassy and fun then the serious stuff hits. It’s weird for the male lead to be the one thinking they are unworthy. But Joel does and it plays out full of heartache and strength of character. As you can tell I enjoyed this story. It has depth, hope and strength. This drew me in with the fun and I became fully involved with the storyline.
I loved the spunk and fire of Em. She knows her self worth and doesn’t let others think less. She is kind, thoughtful and smart. Joel is surprised by Em. She is not what he was expecting…she is better. They have ups and downs to conquer and Work, family, friends and the past to all figure out how end up together …or apart.
Over all this is a story that affects my heart. It was filled with joy, sorrow and relief. I love it all! It was great to chat here u with the characters from the previous books.
An entertaining read and easy read. This is fast-paced as well as gripping. Many romcoms aren’t. It’s very hard for me to find one that pleases me. This story felt so right in all the ways. It flowed together beautifully.
Daddy’s Girl
Freshwater
Book 3
By Belinda Williams
This is a full length novel filled with romance and laughter.
Em Georgiou is working to finish her PHD. She has no time for romance or commitments. She loves men, just not the ones her father set up for her. Joel Scott is trying to build his business in architecture. He is dealing with a difficult client, not just on the building itself. The client wants him to meet and date his daughter. Something Joel has no interest in. He does not do relationships! Once they meet Joel discovers Em is far more than her father gives her credit for. She is smart, educated and strong willed. Shocking Joel, he finds himself wondering if maybe he can try to know Em. Em on the other hand wants nothing to do with Joel. Or does she? Will these two come together or run the other way?
Belinda Williams has written this laugh out loud romantic comedy. I loved reading her story and getting to know her characters. Sometimes we are smarter than our father’s think. Or anybody else for that matter. Be sure to touch bases with your feelings.I think you will love reading this book as much as I did. It is fast paced and draws you right in. Sit down and enjoy this story as I did. Belinda Williams you knock this one out of the park! Well Done Belinda Williams. WELL done!
This book was so sweet to read and I’m grateful that she came in with a beautiful attitude and that she stole Joel’s heart from the way she maintained a personal attitude. Speaking of Em, her father is a sweetheart who just sees the bigger picture: LOVE, the old fashioned love that makes these books worth reading. I was blown away by the characters more than anything else in this book. So, brava to Belinda Williams for writing a new favorite book for me.
This is the third book in the Freshwater series. This story follows Em, working on her PhD, and Joel, an architect. Neither are interested in a relationship as they are both too focused on their future. Joel’s client (Em’s father) suggests he and Em go out together. Meeting a spoiled daddy’s girl was not what he had in mind. But alas, Em’s father wants nothing more than for his little girl to settle down and get married. When Joel meets her, she is definitely not what he expected. Of course, sparks fly, but Joel needs to prove to her that he really is interested in her and not just because of her father.