I met Keegan when I was on the beach in Florida.He literally crashed into my world. I wasn’t looking for romance, but his two-dimpled charm made my heart go haywire.We both had one thing in common: we were here to escape our realities. One week. Just the two of us. Not a care in the world. I didn’t know it at the time, but that week would forever change my life.Four years later, and as fate would … life.
Four years later, and as fate would have it, Keegan and I are brought together again.
It’s as if the universe is telling us this is our second chance.
The more I get to know him, the harder I fall.
Falling hopelessly in love is inevitable with a man like him.
Only the joke’s on me, because the guy I’m falling for isn’t the man I thought he was.
You know how the saying goes: Fool me once…
I’ll be damned if I’m fooled again.
Fool Me Once is a standalone romance
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Love this book! Keegan and Blakley were suppose to only have fun but they fell for each other. It was a one time thing. Once the week was up, they’d go their separate ways. Well, someone took a gift home.
A second chance. Of course they would take it!
Definitely read this book! You’ll love it
I couldn’t put this book down. It has everything you could want in a book. Relatable characters, an engaging storyline and top notch swoon worthy romance. The second I read the blurb for this book, I knew this book was going to be epic. I love secret baby romances and second chance romances and this book is the perfect combination of the two. Blakely and Keegan met in Florida during Spring Break and had a passionate instant connection that would undoubtedly change their lives forever, the only catch was that after Spring Break they separated for quite some time, only to meet again a few years later. I loved the instant chemistry between Blakely and Keegan and how throughout the book, their chemistry only got better and better. Keegan is one heck of an amazing guy and I loved how dedicated he was to Blakely. He really put his heart and soul into showing her how much he wanted to be with her and raise their little boy together.
This book is a sweet and fun read that you will not be able to put down! Don’t miss out on this epic read!
“Lies are flimsy. The truth is strong. You can’t build anything solid using lies.”
At the beginning, I wasn’t quite sure about Blakely & Sierra. I mean, I totally felt their pain and saw the suffering they had endured in losing people they loved, but there was a vibe I couldn’t mesh with. As the story continued, though, I began to see more to each of them and found myself connecting more with them. When Blakely meets Keegan at the beach, I was sooooo happy for her! I loved seeing her smile and let loose enough to actually enjoy life. I could also feel the sparks through the pages. It was more than just chemistry, it was something deeper.
Later, after Blakely and Sierra have returned to life and rediscovered their love for each other, it isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. Although their familial bond is strong, they face a lot of struggles together. I really enjoyed seeing their bond strengthen and grow into such a beautiful friendship.
There’s a lot that happens that influenced how I felt about this book, but I can’t reveal it here — you NEED to experience those twists and turns yourself! I will say that I LOVE Keegan and Kolton’s family, how they respond to everything being tossed around, and the love that grows EVERYWHERE in this story. By the end, I can say that Sierra sort of became my favorite and I would LOVE to have a story letting us see her work out of her grief and into the beauty of life she is living later.
Overall a great story, beautiful love, unique characters, and yet another world I’d love to stay in.
This spring break romance will leave you emotional and feeling so happy!! This read will tug at your heart strings from the very beginning.
The way this author made these characters act and feel was very noted. She made these characters come to life right in front of your eyes. I couldn’t put this book down and was finished in one sitting. This is a book all romance lovers will enjoy, regardless of what your favorite troupe is. This is one amazing, emotional read!!
When spring break happens and you meet someone, the sparks fly. As well as surprises. This story has many ups and down and so many surprises and feelings, you won’t know what to do. I absolutely think you will fall in love with Blakely, Zane and Keegan. Start reading it today!!
Another absolutely amazing book by this author. She truly knows how to hook you on her stories and not let go. These characters Blakely and Keegan are amazing and I adored them so much throughout the entire story and couldn’t get enough of them at all. One of my favorite stories yet!
Blakely Jacobs has not had an easy go as of late. Her parents died in a car accident and her sister, Sierra, seems to want nothing to do with her lately. Yet Blakely agrees to accompany Sierra on a week trip to the beach in hopes of getting her sister back.
There she meets Keegan and the two begin to spend all of their time together in a no strings week. When the week is over Keegan wants her number yet never calls. Four years later Blakely sees Keegan again but everything has changed except for the chemistry between them.
Is Blakely willing to risk her heart getting broken again and when she discovers that Keegan hasn’t been honest with her, will she ever forgive him?
This was such a great book from start to finish with a lot of twists to make you wonder what was going to happen next!
I couldn’t imagine how lonely Blakely felt after losing her parents and then having Sierra drift so far away from her. Yet at a certain part of the book early on an event occurs that just seems to wake Sierra up and she becomes a totally different person who is always there for Blakely! Blakely also relied on her friend Brenton but I could tell right from the start that he had feelings for her, even though she didn’t feel the same. I loved Zane and really couldn’t get enough of him!
Keegan was amazing at the beginning of the book but then I was so angry at him for disappearing. Later we discover why but I was still mad at him! I thought everything with Kolton was great and I was definitely laughing at how everything happened again.
As soon as Keegan discovers things he is right there wanting another chance with Blakely and really trying to prove he is worthy of it. I loved how much he wanted Blakely to move in with him and was trying to do whatever he could to prove he was in it for the long haul.
There was a point where I was really wondering about Brenton as he was acting a little suspicious to me and I wasn’t shocked at what we learn but I was very disappointed in him.
When everything blew up I was so mad at Brenton and I could understand why Blakely was so mad and felt betrayed but I knew Keegan had his own reasons that were valid. I loved how Keegan’s mom apologized to Blakely and also made her look at things a little differently.
I was happy when Blakely was able to move past events but then everything got crazy again and I was so happy that Kolton was able to act so fast!
The epilogue was so awesome and I loved how everything concluded!!
By Rebecca
Love this cute happily ever after book. I’m loving the single parent romances lately and this one is by far one of my favorites I think a lot of it has to be that Zane reminds me of my little boys.
Oh my gosh!! 5 stars isn’t even close to what this book deserves!! Absofreakinglutely amazing read!!
I truly loved this book & didn’t want it to end.
I don’t know how Nikki does it but she pulls me in from the very first page & I’m sucked into the amazing worlds she creates. Now I’m so excited to see what comes next!!
I 100% recommend this book!! You’ll fall in love with Keegan & Blakely, their story, family & friends.
Blakely and Sierra have been dealing with their parents death for the last 2 years, which include Sierra not really interacting with her sister much. So when she begs her to go on spring break with her (the only way she can go since she is under age), Blakely reluctantly goes. As she is sitting on the beach reading a book, Keegan runs into her. With some convincing, he convinces her to have a little fun and they spend several wonderful days forgetting their problems, but know there is nothing for them in their future. Fast forward 4 years and they run into each other when they now a bond between them. This is a great second chance story of two people who are meant to be and that fate keeps pushing them together. There are some twists and turns but a great easy, entertaining read.
When serious & responsible Blakely decides to accompany her wild & out of control sister Sierra on a week vacation to the beach, she didn’t expect to let her inhibitions down & being carefree with Keegan. With a promise that he will get in touch with her when it’s time to go back home, Blakely doesn’t realize that she brought a permanent souvenir back with her.
Years go by and with no contact from Keegan, Blakely has adjusted to her unexpected reality with help from her reformed sister. But when she runs into Keegan again, will she find it in her heart to forgive his absence? And what happens when she stumbles upon his secrets?
I love how Sierra steps up to be the sister Blakely so badly needed. Despite the things Keegan is keeping from Blakely, you can see how he will do anything to get her back. Another fantastic read from this author!
The beginning of this book had my heart breaking for Blakely. Everything she had been through at such a young age made me want her to find someone who would love her and for her to have a family. I connected with her right away. Keegan and Blakely meet a spontaneous way. The sexual tension is immediate and the attraction is clear to the reader. This story is sexy, serous and adorable. If you like second chance stories this is a good one!
Fantastic characters that grabbed my attention and kept me hooked. Blakely is the kind of person I’d love to be besties with because I know she will always have my back. I loved how she stuck up for the people in her life and her ability to press toward a goal no matter the obstacle. Keegan was swoon-worthy and even though I knew he was hiding something, I couldn’t help falling for him and wishing I had a guy who wanted to pamper me like he pampered Blakely. I enjoyed every twist and turn as they meandered toward their HEA; laughing, crying, even shaking my head at times. I can’t wait to read it again.
This book was full of surprises but in a good way. Keegan and Blakely met spring break of their high school senior year. It wasn’t love at first sight for her but he was smitten from the beginning. He eventually wore her down and they had the best time together then they went their separate ways. Fast forward 4 years later and they run into each other but it’s the funniest thing however. There’s a lot for them to catch up on and it’s a fun read with some characters that add to the charm of this story. There was an omg moment and a shocker revealed that will have you like well damn I didn’t see that coming. Eventually it was all cleared after some groveling and the epilogue was the best.
This book was such a fun, sexy read that will keep you throughly entertained. Keegan and Blakely are so amazing together. There’s so many twists and turns in this book that it makes want to read faster to find out what happens next but, at the same time you don’t want to finish because you’re not ready to leave Keegan and Blakely. Nikki Ash is known for writing the best children and Zane is no exception, he’s so smart and adorable. I just loved Zane and I would just love to hear from him in the future ( hint, hint).
Second Chance Romance is my jam, add in secret baby and I’m am squealing with joy!!! Nikki Ash knocked this one out of the park with Fool Me Once! I adored the main characters and even the secondary ones! The twists and turns that you won’t see coming, will keep you deeply immersed in their story, while blocking the rest of the world out.
To say that Blakely and her sister, Sierra, had a rough life, would be an understatement. As the oldest, Blakely takes it upon herself to the “fixer”. She is goal oriented, level headed, and determined to make life better for both of them. When the unthinkable happens, Blakely needs her sister now more than ever.
Keegan is the ultimate book boyfriend. Charming, hot af, and dimples for days. When a chance meeting with Blakely happens, he is determined to befriend her. His nickname for her is one of my favorite scenes Keegan and Blakely make the most of the few day they have left on this vacation. He ends up leaving Blakely with more than they both bargained for.
Fool Me Once is a story of second chances, secrets, and forgiveness. If you like secret baby romances, I highly recommend you pick this one up!
I absolutely loved Fool Me Once!!! A second chance, secret baby romance story that will have you hooked from page one. This story has everything, a little heart ache, funny moments, swoon-worthy moments, twists and turns you didnt see coming and a happily ever after. Keegan and Blakelys story is one I didnt want to end. Although there was a time or two that I wanted to shake some sense into both of them! The supporting characters are also the best
This is a quick, fun, easy read that I can promise you will fall in love with also!
I loved Blakely and Keegan’s story! After losing both her parents, Blakely and her sister drift apart. When she is dragged on a spring break trip with her sister, she meets Keegan. After spending the rest of their vacation together, fate has other ideas on whether or not they have a future. But Keegan has secrets, and it could destroy everything. One click this ASAP!
This story is amazing!!!!!! It’s definitely one you start and can’t put down. The characters drew me in immediately and left me wanting more. It’s one of those stories you don’t want to end.
Fool Me Once was a fun, swoony and heartwarming read. Full of laugh out loud moments, fiery ones, and then others that kept me swooning Blakely and Keegan’s beautiful story had me gobbling up every word as quickly as I could
From the start Blakely stole a piece of my heart as I watched her try to make the best out of the hand she had been dealt when life unexpectedly tossed a football her way. Meeting Keegan was just the escape Blakely needed and the instant attraction and connection between them flowed through every page. I loved the journey these two took me on and how fate had a bit of a surprise in store for both of them.
Fool Me Once was a captivating pleasure to read. Keegan and Blakely were fantastic characters and I enjoyed how much more depth the amazing side characters gave to their story. I loved all of them and was a bit sad to see their story come to an end. I must admit Fool Me Once was so much more than I expected and is a definite new favorite of mine.
Nikki Ash writes 5 Star must-reads
That could be my review right there. No need for more words and I have more time to go read more books from Nikki Ash.
Instead I’ll malinger here and agonise that I can write words that will inspire others to read this book. If someone tells you that they’ve read Fool Me Once, and they didn’t fall in love with Keegan, don’t believe them. Seriously, is there such a someone among the readers who didn’t just love this man who was the whole nine yards wrapped up in a sexy, loving and committed package??? Albeit with a small secret in his background that he might not have mentioned?
I also have to admit that I identify with Blakely. Yep, even as a half-centurion, I still take people at face value and don’t delve, leaving them room to share parts of themselves in their own time. Even as I could guess he was keeping secrets, I still believed in and loved the best of him, and rejoiced that fate had worked in their favour.
And, while I could tell you more of the book, I’m going to wax lyrical about our characters. I loved the fighting and sisterly spirits of Blakely and Sienna. They were once as close as sisters, but in the wake of tragedy, they’ve handled grief differently and no longer communicate much. A break at the beach was Blakely’s last-ditch attempt at a relationship her sister before she goes off to College.
There she meets a gorgeous young Keegan for the first time, a time for fun before the seriousness of education. But that was all to change.
While tragedy had put the future of Blakely and Sienna on the skids, reality brought them closer and I absolutely adored Sienna for her change in attitude. She was a strong and resilient young woman who had Blakely’s six.
And Keegan’s family were just as supportive of our couple. They had their own issues to deal with, but it was family first for them all.
I absolutely adored everything about this book, from the characters to the story, though to the romance and the steamy moments. Oh, and I love SpongeBob Square pants as well!!! 5 stars. Yep.