If you’re a guy like me, and you find yourself having banged your sexy new boss—the school principal—in the back of your Jeep one drunken night, here’s a few takeaways based on my experience…Lesson One: Always get her FULL name.Lesson Two: Consider asking what she does for a living.Lesson Three: Find out why she’s moved to town. Get details. Details are crucial.Lesson Four: Don’t alter her bio … moved to town. Get details. Details are crucial.
Lesson Four: Don’t alter her bio in front of an auditorium of high school students unless you know she has a sense of humor for that sort of thing.
Lesson Five: If you ignore Lesson Four, apologize instead of flirt when you’re sent to the principal’s office.
Lesson Six: NEVER sleep with her again.
Lesson Seven: Pay attention to this one—it’s the most important of them all.
Don’t fall for your one-night stand.
Class dismissed.
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Piper Rayne is starting off their new series, The Bailey’s, with a bang 😉 Lessons from a One Night Stand hits you smack dab in the heart right outta the gate with the first book in this brand new series!
I am a full fledged Piper Rayne “unicorn” fan and I LOVE this storyline…and it reminds me of my most favorite show of all time, Party of Five (I’m definitely showing my age here)! This book is full of all the feels from Austin and Holly, the High School Coach and the new Principal who had one hell of a weekend together and now…well, work together. This little predicament Austin and Holly got themselves into just keeps snowballing and before you know it, everyone from the their families to the town is involved in their not so secret relationship. Problem is, IS there a relationship?
I enjoyed every moment of this book and of the Bailey family! Lessons from a One Night Stand was fun, sexy, flirty, and had some definite tug at your heartstring moments that will leave you turning the pages looking for more once you get to the end! I cannot wait to see what’s next!
Adorable!
This is a sweet and sexy read. I was immediately sucked into it and couldn’t seem to put it down. It’s funny with a great story. Austin and Holly are great characters who have off the chart chemistry. She’s the sub-principle and he’s the baseball coach so let’s just say… he hits a home run.
There is an emotional story with this read also so we get a little bit of everything with this. This is a series that will revolve around a family and I’m super excited to see where we go next. Really loved it!
*Review by Michelle
Adorable!
This is a sweet and sexy read. I was immediately sucked into it and couldn’t seem to put it down. It’s funny with a great story. Austin and Holly are great characters who have off the chart chemistry. She’s the sub-principle and he’s the baseball coach so let’s just say… he hits a home run.
There is an emotional story with this read also so we get a little bit of everything with this. This is a series that will revolve around a family and I’m super excited to see where we go next. Really loved it!
I really enjoyed this start to the new series, if you enjoyed the TV show PARTY OF FIVE this is the book for you. This series will follow a family of nine siblings as they each find their HEAs.
In LESSONS FROM A ONE-NIGHT STAND we are gifted with Austin’s story, Austin is the eldest of the siblings and nine years ago Austin changed his course in life and returned to Lake Starlight, Alaska to raise his younger siblings after the tragic death of his parents. Now that the youngest are graduating high school it’s time for Austin to chase his dreams again and go after a coaching position at the college level in California.
Holly has just moved to Lake Starlight to fill in as Principal at the high school while the current Principal is out on maternity leave, this is a temporary position and it is perfect for what she has planned and falling for someone definitely wasn’t in her plans.
The fun starts when Austin realizes that his Saturday night One-Night Stand is now his boss, oh but it doesn’t stop there, nope there is a picture of them getting it on in the back of his jeep in the towns blog! You can check it out here Lake Starlight Buzz Wheel – https://www.lakestarlightbuzzwheel.com/ Too Funny!!! I am dying to know who the blogger is and I do hope at some point its revealed because I do have my suspicions but you just never know…..
Austin and Holly are great together. I really enjoyed not only their chemistry but they way they were with one another, they did want to keep things private but also dropped their guard when the other needed them. Amazing!
Piper & Rayne are off to an amazing start with this series and I cannot wait to read the rest of the books. We get to know most of the siblings in this book so from the book titles I am hoping that Savannah and Liam will get their HEA but hey you just never know, the one mysterious Bailey sibling is Kingston – I wonder what his story is……
This book is a no brainier to recommend, its funny, its emotional, its steamy, its such an enjoyable read you’ll be glad you gave it a chance. Happy Reading!!!
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this book**
5 STAR Review by Jodi for Ruby Red Romance Review
I wanted to scream when I saw another amazing series coming from the duo that is Piper Rayne. And I must say, these two do not disappoint. I loved every second of Lessons from a One-Night Stand. It was funny, heartwarming, heart breaking, and just an all around amazing book.
He’s a high school baseball coach hoping for more. She’s a high school interim principal with things to accomplish. What could go wrong in this small town? Oh…oh so much. I loved Austin from the very start. He really is such an amazing man. And Holly…she just wants to know her truths, even if she has to lie to get them.
I loved everything about this book. And while the setting my be a fictional town, I want to live there. I found myself falling hard for the town and the people who make the town such an amazing place. I can’t want to see what this dynamic duo brings to the table next!
If ever a book situated in a small town in Alaska could capture your heart and soul! This one will do it!!!
Small town charm with a huge family feel!!!
Im at a loss of words as to how emotionally wonderful this story was!
There were so many elements of this book that tugged at my heart and the Bailey family are such a formidable force of the town!
Holly is a relieving Principal at the high school but what should happen when she goes on stage at her introduction than coming face to face with her One night stand! Oh my do things get very interesting indeed as time progresses, drama, gossip, family alliance and steamy moments all come into play!!
I loved Austin’s heart and drive! He really was the leading or driving force of his family and when Holly is in his life, well lets just say you are in for one hell of a ride! I definitely think the authors have another outstanding series up their sleeves! Bring on the next book!!
Once again these two authors have written a wickedly awesome story with so many moving parts. We are introduced to the Bailey family of Lake Starlight Alaska. First we meet Austin the oldest brother he is sexy, handsome, successful with chemistry off the charts. He is the high school baseball coach who gave up his dreams of playing professionally when his parents died and he came home to raise his family. Austin is asked at a high school assembly to introduce the new interim principle Holly Radcliffe. Holly is beautiful, spunky, a graduate of Yale here only for three months. Austin has Holly’s biography to use as an introduction, but when asked to stall for a few minutes at the podium he tells the students Holly’s hobbies are streaking, ferrets, and taking surveys for money. When Holly finally appears he realizes his new boss was his one night stand. The story starts there and it’s a roller coaster of situation after situation that make you laugh and cry. This story pulls all the heart strings. Definitely my new favorite from this duo it’s five plus stars.
I’m a huge fan of small-town romance, office romance & second chance, but I know mixing them all together isn’t always successful. Somehow Piper Rayne was able to take three of my favorite tropes, mix them together, and come up with a complete hit!
I’ve read countless stories where the heroine learns her one night stand is her new boss, but not many the other way around. So when I started reading this and found the heroine is the new boss I was instantly hooked!
Austin gave up his dreams to take care of his family. Holly took a job across the country to fill in a part of her life that’s missing. Neither are what they seem, but they are perfect for each other – even if they don’t realize it.
I loved these characters and the storyline, the huge family undertones, and the Gossip Girl feels. Austin & Holly have undeniable chemistry, but the slow simmer of their relationship kept me hooked and I never wanted it to end. The Bailey siblings were amazing side characters, and I’m so excited to get more from this family.
This was my first book by Piper Rayne and I can’t wait to read more!
This was so freaking good! I’m giving this 5 out of 5 stars. This review is for an ARC, and reflects my honest opinion.
Let me just start by saying that I’ve loved all the Piper Rayne books I’ve read so far, but this might be my favorite series yet! I loved the Bailey clan, and I can’t wait for a million (okay 8) more books to come from this family. I don’t want to spoil anything of importance, so I’ll just say Austin and Savannah are the oldest siblings, and these two have a lot on their shoulders. I thought Savannah was the most like me out of all the siblings, so I felt a kinship with her.
Austin was a sweetheart, and all around good guy; where can I find a guy like him in real life?!? He’s going on my book boyfriend list. I liked Holly a lot; she was a great person, smart, funny, etc. I enjoyed Dana, Karen, Grandma Dori, etc. Honestly, there wasn’t a character I didn’t like besides the ones I wasn’t supposed to.
The Lake Starlight Buzz Wheel was an interesting aspect, and I can’t wait to see what gossip will be uncovered in future books. This was a more serious book (more of a romantic drama versus rom com), but there were some funny moments. I only have one sister, so I don’t know what big families are really like, but I loved reading about this one. There were some sibling squabbles, but in the end, you knew everyone had each other’s backs. I can’t wait for the second book; I highly recommend you check this duo of authors out!
This was quite the enjoyable read with low drama (well besides small town gossip) and angst, which I definitely appreciated this time around. And I’d like to say that I can’t get enough of the Bailey family, they’re an absolute riot.
What a solid start to this new series by one of my favorite author duos. After meeting all The Baileys, I just know we’ll be in for a rather entertaining and comical ride. Family sagas are quickly becoming my favorite and each and every one of them has something to bring to the fold.
I really liked Austin and Holly, everything about how their “relationship” began was hilarious, it was such a great start to this book. It’s definitely memorable that’s for sure.
I loved Austin so much, he’s such a fun-loving character, I adored his devotion to his family and how protective he became over Holly.
There so many dynamics to love about this book, I loved that they both worked in a high school setting and seeing the impression that Austin has on his students and players. But it’s also set in a small town and there’s nothing better to get the word out than a gossip blog. Someone is always watching and it just kicks up the entertainment even more. But most of all, I love the big family dynamics.
Piper & Rayne gave us another series to fall in love with and I soooo can’t wait for the next one!
**I VOLUNTARILY REVIEWED FOR A READER’S COPY, THIS DOES NOT AFFECT MY REVIEW IN ANYWAY.**
Piper Rayne
4 stars
I was so stoked to find Piper Rayne was cooking up a delicious new series, this time based around a huge family that’ll steal your heart! The Bailey’s, wellll let’s just say they’re not the Walton’s! I’m guessing here but I don’t think John Boy ever banged the hot new woman in town in the back of his Jeep. If he did, he can thank his lucky stars that social media wasn’t around back then but it’s alive and well in Lake Starlight, in the form of a Gossip Girl style tabloid blog! Pay attention kiddies, class is in session!
Austin Bailey, eldest brother and now the patriarch of the nine Bailey siblings, is Lake Starlight royalty and his re-entry into the dating game is big news! Maybe he should’ve remembered a few rules before jumping in that Jeep; like get her full name?
Holly Radcliffe isn’t used to being tabloid fodder but her one night of letting her guard down made the Buzz Wheel go around and around and around… As the new principal of the small town highschool, she made quite the impression on her new students, and the hottie coach who doesn’t know the meaning of one-night stand!
Lessons from a One-Night Stand is a super fun, romantic comedy with tons of heart. Austin and Holly were adorable and I fell in love with the whole Bailey family. Lots of snark, lots of cute, lots of heart; I loved every minute!
AnnMarie – Alphas Do It Better Book Blog
I’m sure ! Every reader will love this book. It’s swoony, sexy and sooo sweet. I’m even thinking about changing my place of residence for Lake Starlight. I don’t care if this town is for real or not… just started to packing my bags people!
Mrs Rayne couldn’t start in more amzing way whole series ! From page no 1 I was sucked in Lake Starlight life, because the story line is perfect. From one side I wanted to read this book quickly to know what happen next… but from the other I wanted to “live” with this characters forever.
Austin hit me off the ground! In the first place – he’e so much man but even of that… he’s sweet, protective, smart, attractive in all kinds. I love that he is also just big guy with big heart. His family is very happy to have Austin as their guardian. I’m so impatient to see other siblings in this series too, because this crazy family is really something.
Holly was pure mistery for me… young, single and beautiful woman… who want to live in somewhere far far away??? That gave me a lot of idea to think about. I loved that she wasn’t naive, that she wasn’t gentle like butterfly… that she knew exactly what she want from life. |Prefect girl to win Austin heart.
Lessons from a One-Night Stand should be in every romance lover’s library like mine, let’s go shopping Ladies !!! Austin with Holly are ready to buy!
Highly recommended title!
I love jumping into a new series by Piper Rayne because I know it’s going to be full of plenty of fun, feels, and steamy good times. And this writing duo has started this new series off with a bang!
Austin Bailey, eldest of the Bailey Brood, is the ultimate good guy. He’s sacrificed a lot in the name of family and has gone above and beyond to be there for them. He’s intelligent, beyond sexy, and extremely charming. He has a witty personality and an easily likable demeanor.
Holly Radcliffe is the new girl in town, and is quickly discovering some of the pitfalls of small town living. She’s not immune to Austin’s charms, but then most women aren’t. She’s smart and funny, but she’s struggling with her own set of problems.
I love these two together. The chemistry is there, the witty banter is there, and the steamy heat? Oh yeah, it’s definitely there. And not only will you fall in love with Austin and Holly, you’ll fall in love with the whole bunch. My suggestion: jump on board this new series now and enjoy the crazy ride that is the Bailey Family.
Be still my heart! Lessons from a One-Night Stand is my favorite book by Piper Rayne so far. This story was filled with laughter, romance, family drama and enough steam to cook a lobster! I can’t wait for more books in The Baileys series, as this is one remarkable family (and town) that you’ll want to revisit again and again.
NO SPOILERS!
Lessons from a One-Night Stand was a fun, sexy, and entertaining standalone romantic comedy and intro to The Baileys series, and I really enjoyed it!
The storyline and characters were wonderful. The plot of Lessons from a One-Night Stand was very enjoyable, and I liked it a lot. Austin and Holly were extremely likable characters, and I really enjoyed reading their love story. There were a few aspects that I didn’t like as much as others, but overall I was happy with the conclusion to Austin and Holly’s story.
Lessons from a One-Night Stand was a funny, charming, and entertaining standalone romantic comedy and start to The Baileys series, and I would recommend it! I really enjoyed the new town and characters that Piper Rayne created in Lake Starlight, Alaska, and I’m looking forward to reading about the remaining Bailey siblings in the books to come!
An entertaining and romantic new romance from Piper Rayne!
I have to say that I fell in love with this book from the first page! The finesse with which the story flows is phenomenal because it made me want to read and read and read until I finished the book in one sitting! There is a point where Austin is so persistent in his pursuit of Holly that you know he is melting your heart and running away with it; forever cementing him as a guy you want in your dreams for life! I love the family dynamics in the Bailey’s, there are so many siblings and so many facets of the story that they are going to become one of my favorites.
Holly is hilarious as the lead because she is fighting Austin at every corner. She is being the strong woman who needs to keep her distance, but truly doesn’t want to. I love the inner battle that she fights whoever in a room with Austin because it makes their love story that much more authentic!
I didn’t know much about this series when it was first announced and I must say that I am happy that The Bailey’s surprised me with their awesome sauce. Piper Rayne’s brilliance strikes again!
I definitely want more….now!
This is the first book in a new series from these talented authors’, and what a fantastic introduction this is. Austin is the eldest of the Bailey siblings, and is a teacher at the local high school as well as the baseball couch. Holly is in Alaska to find answers, and is the temporary principal while current one is on maternity leave. Both of these characters are shocked on the first day at school, as they had a one night stand the previous weekend. No spoilers; this is a definite must read, you will not be disappointed. This is a beautifully written story with a tad angst, drama, and is an all round fun, entertaining and humorous read with witty banter throughout. I was totally captivated and cannot wait to read the next book in this addictive series.
Awesome brand new series starting out.
Lessons From A One Night Stand is the first in a brand new nine part series by Piper Rayne. Yes, you read that correct. We’re getting nine new books instead of the usual three, and from this first one, it’s going to be a cracker of a series.
The Bailey’s, which is the name of the family and the series, btw, are a large family of siblings. There’s nine of them and each are going to get their own juicy, sexy piece of the Piper Rayne storytelling pie.
We’ve moved location further north, yet again, with this book and now it’s the turn of Lake Starlight, Alaska to shine its beauty on us.
It’s no secret that I love all thinks Piper Rayne related, and for the last two years, this dynamic duo have never failed to wow me, ever since they released their debut co-written ‘Charmed By The Bartender’ in 2017.
This new series is no exception, other than to say that maybe, it’s even better. I loved the setting, loved the characters, and getting to know them all. This is a very close-knit family but they have had some heartbreak in the past that has made them who they are today. There’s a seriousness about the storyline as well as the expected humor, and I did find myself laughing, but also close to tears at times. The whole book was well written, the pace was perfect and the main characters brought it all together, but some parts were so beautiful and wonderfully played out on the page, I just sighed with pleasure.
This book is set mainly in a high school as the leads are a teacher and a principal, but even here in this setting, Piper has planted seeds for more non-Bailey’s related stories to grow from this nine-parter, or I think so anyway!!!
I’m already looking forward to the next installment in six weeks, when it hits our kindles.
The start of another great series! The second time Austin and Holly meet is a shock to both of them. Can they enjoy a temporary fling in a town that knows everyone’s business? I really enjoyed this book and can’t wait for the next. I’m looking forward to getting to know more of the Bailey family and the quirks of their Alaskan small town. This is a voluntary review of an advance reader copy.