My brother’s best friend has a proposition for me. Have I mentioned he’s a sexy single dad? Tell me more…There are a million reasons why Miles Hart isn’t the man I should date but allow me to enumerate the top three. He’s friends with my brother, he’s a single dad, and he’s a sexy, in-demand rock star. He might as well wear an off-limits, totally unavailable, and … don’t-even-attempt-to-ride-this-ride sign.
Then he asks me to be his plus-one when his band plays at his high school reunion, and the night unfolds in ways I never expect.
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I have three good reasons to keep my hands off Roxy Sterling–her brother’s my business manager and good buddy, my kid is the center of my world, and the last time I fell hard for a woman I was burned so badly that my interest in relationships has gone up in flames. But once I bring Roxy’s body next to mine on the dance floor, I want all the not-safe-for-work things I can’t have with her. So I make a proposition.
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Once Upon A Wild Fling was a sexy, hilarious, swoon-worthy, and entertaining standalone romantic comedy, and I absolutely loved it with all of my heart! Lauren Blakely is a genius at writing sexy, heartfelt, laugh-out-loud, feel-good romantic comedies, and no one does it quite like her. The storyline and characters she created in Once Upon A Wild Fling were phenomenal, and I loved her writing style and amazing sense of humor. Once Upon A Wild Fling and the rest of the Heartbreakers series has hands down been Lauren Blakely’s BEST rom-coms to date, and I honestly loved them so much! If you haven’t one-clicked them yet, do so ASAP!
The storyline in Once Upon A Wild Fling was amazing. Lauren Blakely surprised me a little with the plot, and there were a few twists and turns I wasn’t expecting, but I loved them all so much. I adore single parent romances, and all three books in the Heartbreakers series have exceeded my expectations in that department, especially Once Upon A Wild Fling. I absolutely loved everything about Miles and Roxy’s story, and was hooked from beginning to end. Their story made me so happy, and I couldn’t stop smiling the entire time I was reading. Lauren Blakely always gives her readers the perfect balance of heart, heat, and humor in every romance she writes, and she honestly outdoes herself every single time. Miles and Roxy’s story has been one of my favorites from Ms. Blakely so far, and I was more than happy with the ending!
The characters were outstanding and my favorite part of Once Upon A Wild Fling. Miles Hart and Roxy Sterling were amazing, and I fell head over heels in love with them and their story. Miles and Roxy were extremely sweet and funny, and had lovable personalities. Their chemistry was off-the-charts HOT, and I loved how their relationship progressed throughout. I loved reading the book from both Miles and Roxy’s point of view, and all of their banter and interactions with each other. The secondary characters were once again amazing, and I couldn’t help but love Miles’s brothers and their significant others, all of the kids (especially Miles’s son, Ben), and Roxy’s family. All of them were an excellent addition to the story, and I loved them so much. Miles and Roxy’s story was definitely a MUST READ, and there was honestly nothing not to love. It made me so happy and was perfect all around.
Once Upon A Wild Fling was a steamy, funny, swoon-worthy, and absolute MUST READ standalone romantic comedy, and I would HIGHLY recommend it and the rest of the Heartbreakers series! Lauren Blakely proves time and time again why she is a queen of romantic comedy, and she truly outdid herself with the entire Heartbreakers series. They have honestly been her BEST works to date, and I am so excited to devour her next rom-com, Unzipped!
“I feel like she belongs to me. I want her to belong to only me.”
I’ve absolutely loved and enjoyed every book in Lauren Blakely’s Heartbreakers series, but Once Upon a Wild Fling has to go down as my FAVORITE of the series! Miles is just swoony and delicious, Roxy is strong and so loyal, and Ben…my god, Miles’ beautiful son absolutely stole the show! I devoured this ‘brother’s best friend’ romance so quickly that the minute I was finished, I wanted to start it all over again!
A plus-one arrangement between Miles and Roxy is no big deal…or so they thought. Miles always knew that Roxy was off-limits, oh, for so many reasons. But the more time they spend together, the more the “pretending” starts to feel all too real. Miles has to think about his son. Roxy has to think about her thriving business and the fact that Miles is friends with her brother. There is so much at risk here but in the end, their connection is too strong to ignore and that risk…well, it’s starting to feel so worth it.
These two characters are somethin’ else! I adored their toe-curling connection and their happily ever after was so perfect! I couldn’t have asked for a more fantastic end to a delightfully charming and sexy romance series!
Third in the trilogy, and just as fun to read as the first two! This story tackles youngest brother Miles and friend of the family Roxy. He’s a single dad but also a rockstar, she’s a woman ready to be a mom (though in an unconventional way) who owns a pet salon. Can they work past the many roadblocks to a functional relationship that’s more than friendship? Especially with children (yes plural!) in the mix?
I’ve said it before, but Ms. Blakely does this theme very well and this is no exception. A fun, fast, sexy read from start to finish, if you like rock-stars, real women and the romances that bring them together this one’s for you!
“You’re a chicken magnet,” says almost 6-years-old Ben to his father. What is Miles to do with this precocious son of his? This boy is the center of his life. Being a “chick magnet” means nothing to him after he was seriously burned by Ben’s mother. Now, all Miles wants to do is sing with his brothers, love his son, and live a nice life without the drama of a woman in his life.
Having Roxy for a friend and sidekick makes life totally bearable. She is a great buddy and someone that can share his daily life until that one moment when she totally turns his life upside down. She is definitely off- limits but can his heart understand this? Miles is the third of the Heartbreakers and he is still single. He is sex on a stick, so how can Roxy not swoon over him?
Holy moly! Steam was coming off my Kindle while I was reading this book. I think the anticipation of the passion that is set free by these two characters was giving my Kindle and me hot flashes for sure! Once again I am floating on a cloud after reading Lauren’s newest “fling-fest”! Smiling all the way to a cold shower, I can assert this book is amazing!
I am voluntarily reviewing this book. Thanks to the author for sharing a copy with me.
Miles + Roxy = A whole lot of chemistry!!!! So we are down to last book of this series and we ending it with the baby brother of the Hart clan, Miles. I knew his story would have hearts in my eyes, especially when he is with his adorable 6 year old. Miles and Roxy are friends. The story line was unexpected given what Roxy had decided to do. I also thought all was lost for her. Then comes in a hot rock star which changes the game for this story. The friendship and flirty banter had me smiling from ear to ear. The heat factor from a first kiss will have you seeing sparks. You will revisit with the previous characters. I love the woman that own the Hart brothers and their children. Even though there are two amazing book before this one, you can read this as a stand alone. But why would you when have other rock stars that fall just as hard? Loved everything about Once Upon A Wild Fling. All things unexpected happens.
When life doesn’t go as planned it pays to forge ahead and follow a new path. Roxy and Miles are proof that the end of one road can lead to the beginning of something better. Lauren Blakely uses humorous dialogue and heartwarming moments to remind us life waits for no one. We can’t afford to let happiness pass us by. Once Upon a Wild Fling is how two broken hearts and one adorable kid became a family. With an abundance of heart tingles and laugh out loud moments along the way.
4.25 stars– ONCE UPON A WILD FLING is the third instalment in Lauren Blakely’s contemporary, adult HEARTBREAKERS erotic, romance series focusing on the Hart Brothers. This is musician and single father Miles Hart, and thirty-one year old, dog groomer Roxy Sterling’s story line. ONCE UPON A WILD FLING can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary. Roxy Sterling is Mackenzie Markson’s best friend (Once Upon a Real Good Time-Book one).
Told from dual first person perspectives (Roxy and Miles) follows the friends with benefits relationship between musician and single father Miles Hart, and thirty-one year old, dog groomer Roxy Sterling. Miles Hart needs a plus-one for his fifteen year, high school reunion, and who better to take than Roxy Sterling, his friend and business manager William Sterling’s sister, and a woman off-limits in more ways than one. Having been burned once before Miles is in no hurry for relationships, romance or love, but something about Roxy calls to Miles’ heart. What ensues is the friends with benefits relationship between Roxy and Miles, and the potential fall-out as Roxy is hoping for something more.
Roxy Sterling is tired of the single’s scene and is determined to move forward alone. Meeting Miles Hart finds our heroine reconsidering the future with the man with whom she will fall in love. Roxy has plans for her immediate future, and she is hoping Miles is willing to go along for the ride. Miles Hart is a single father, burned in the past, by a previous relationship, leaving him a single father to his newborn son. As the youngest Hart brother in the one-time boy band the Heartbreakers, Miles is about to bring fame and fortune back to his front door, and starting a new relationship was never in the plans.
The relationship between Roxy and Miles is one of immediate attraction; a friends with benefits, each other’s plus one that turns into something more but Roxy has a secret that is about to be revealed very soon. A strong-willed and independent heroine, Roxy never expected to fall in love after years of failing in the world of dating. Miles Hart is the perfect father, and a sexy rock star, both equally attractive in the eyes of his adoring female fans. The $ex scenes are intimate and intense, without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.
The colorful secondary and supporting characters include Miles’ son Ben Hart, as well as Mile’s brothers Campbell ‘Mason’ (and Mackenzie), and Miller (and Ally); and Roxy’s brother William Sterling.
ONCE UPON A WILD FLING is a story of romance and love, family and friendship with sexy and sassy characters, and a ‘chicken magnet’ for a dad. The premise is entertaining, engaging and endearing; the romance is passionate and seductive; the characters are courageous, fun and lively. ONCE UPON A WILD FLING is a fantastic addition to Lauren’s HEARTBREAKERS series.
Lauren Blakely saved the best for last with Once Upon a Wild Fling! I absolutely loved Miles and Roxy’s story! It was sweet, flirty, sexy, and adorkably fun! Even though these characters were introduced in the previous books in this series, it can certainly be enjoyed as a standalone.
One thing I love about the Heartbreakers series is that the characters are a little older and more mature. They’ve already lived through some of life’s ups and downs and have come out stronger (though somewhat scarred) from their battles. The characters know what they want and there isn’t any unnecessary drama or back and forth. Once Upon a Wild Fling was part friends to lovers, brother’s little sister taboo, and single parent romance. Miles and Roxy had amazing chemistry and I loved how devoted they both were to their families and friends. I loved their sexy banter and innuendo and how their attraction was always simmering under the surface. Ben was absolutely adorable and I have to say stole the show any time he was on the page. There is some angst, but it’s understandable considering the baggage and history that Miles and Roxy have when it comes to relationships. I loved that the drama wasn’t overblown though and that both recognized their errors and worked quickly to make their intentions clear. The epilogue was incredibly sweet and was a wonderful ending for this blended family. I wouldn’t mind an extended epilogue further down the road though with updates on all of the Hart siblings. 😉
Once Upon a Wild Fling is a light and feel good rom com that you’re sure to love!
*I voluntarily read an advance reader copy of this book*
Once Upon a Wild Fling is the third book in the Heartbreakers series by the amazingly talented, Lauren Blakely. She is the queen of the rom-coms, and love connections. You can most definitely read this book as a standalone but I do recommend reading the previous books so you are caught up with these talented and sexy brothers, their ladies, and all the kiddos. The synopsis kicks ass so I will make this quick.
Miles and Roxy have been flirting around their attraction for awhile now. They both felt the connection between them on the night they met but knew they couldn’t go there. He didn’t do relationships. She didn’t have the best track record with them. Her brother also happens to be Miles’ financial advisor and good friend. Oh…and he is a single dad. And a rock star. Pretty much he was off-limits. She was too especially now when she was closed for business. Except…he was too damn tempting. Just as much as she was. A little fling never hurt anyone, right?
Awe! I love Miles and Roxy. And of course his son, Ben. Miles might be the youngest brother but he has a ton of responsibilities. Ben always being his number one. Their relationship is so damn sweet and full of love and laughter. Then there is Miles and Roxy. Theirs is complicated but oh so much fun! It’s full of flirty banter, lots of laughs, and weak in the knees kisses. But are they ready for more than a fling? A plus-one deal. Friends with orgasmic benefits. Are they ready to have it all?
Overall…It’s a book full of swoon, sexiness, laughter, flirt, love, family, and fun times. The Hart brothers sure know how to bring on the smolder. And their ladies sure know how to tame them. Mostly. It’s always fun to be a little wild.
Quotes:
“Daddy, will I be a chicken magnet like you when I grow up? I mean, you are handsome like me.”
I feel like I’m living in a glass of champagne. All this warmth and noise and music is abuzz, and desire tingles on the edge of my skin.
“You have never been hotter. And that’s saying something because you’ve been a complete and absolute goddess since the night I met you.”
What can I say and where do I start well I guess I should start with what a brilliant way to end a great series Lauren Blakely certainly left the best for last !!!!!!!
This book ticks all the boxes Friends to Lovers ,Single Dad , Hot Rockstar and plenty of witty banter and sizzling chemistry what more could you want…..
Miles Hart should be off limits for lots of reasons not only is he a single dad he is also best friends and business associates with Roxy Sterling’s brother but being off limits doesn’t stop the attraction these two feel for each other will they be prepared to cross the line and take a chance on love …..
I was so excited to read Mile’s story this was the book I had been waiting for and it did not disappoint it had all the feels I expected and more. I loved the characters I loved the storyline and I had some real laugh out loud moments normal at the brilliant one liners given to Ben (Mile’s son) who for me stole the show with comments like “Daddy will I be a chicken magnet when I grow up”.
Roxy is the girl we would all love to be she doesn’t wait around for any man or romance she goes after what she wants, Mile’s and Ben are adorable and when you add in the visits from the gang featured in previous books you get a brilliant read. This author knows what the perfect mix of passion and humour is and once again we get that in Once Upon a Wild Fling, am I sorry to see this series end yes of course but what a perfect way to finish a series, with a book that really deserves more than the 5 star rating given..
My absolute favorite of this Heartbreaker series. Miles is sexy, flirty and completely swoon worthy! Miles and Roxy’s banter is fun and flirty. Their chemistry is scorching. Their friends to lovers story has a slow burn and once it’s lit… kaboom!!! Did not want to put this book down. I highly recommend this read!
With the way the first 2 Hart brothers melted hearts (and panties), youngest brother Miles had a lot to live up to. And he definitely met expectations. Oh did he ever! This book was so sweet and so witty with a perfect amount of steam. I really wish there were more Heartbreakers because I don’t want this to end!
*** I received an advanced copy and chose to review it ***
** 100% spoiler-free review **
* 5 “I call dibs on Miles” stars *
Lauren Blakely delivers another hot, sexy, single dad and she’ll have you falling hard and swooning for him right from the start. Miles Hart is perfection! Oh wait, did I say that about his two brothers already? Well, Miles has just knocked Campbell and Miller down a notch on my book boyfriend list as he takes over the top spot. He’s a doting father to his son, Ben, who is not only his mini sidekick but also the center of his universe and damn if that isn’t the sexiest thing about him! Not only that, but he’s also a rock star who gave up his solo career to reunite with his brothers to bring back their former boy band which in turn is creating stability for Ben. And lets not forget that he’s a “chicken magnet” and it’s so obvious why! Miles is just plain delicious and I call dibs on this sizzling hot specimen! Yup….D-I-B-S!!!
Roxy is completely adorable! I adore her spunk and her drive. She’s independent and creating her own success one day at a time. She knows what she wants and she goes for it with gusto. She’s the perfect match for our sexy rock star. Roxy and Miles are friends who’ve known each other for quite some time and both have harbored a deep attraction from their first meet up. As they grow closer, it’s obvious that these two were made for one another. Their relationship is platonic but laden with electrifying chemistry. A few stolen kisses leave these two wanting so. much. more. They start out as a slow burn and Blakely does a phenomenal job of making readers really feel the sparks. When friends finally turn into lovers their world literally explodes as Miles and Roxy’s chemistry leaps off the page. I loved everything about these two from their stolen glances to their not-so-innocent hand holding to their flirty banter.
When an author writes the final book in a series, many times I feel like there’s so much more story that needs to be told and I’m left wanting more. Of course, I would love more of the Heartbreakers, however, I feel as though Blakely wrapped the series up in a way that left me 100% satisfied and fulfilled. She left no loose ends flailing about, instead leaving her readers with true contentment with the perfect HEA. Read this book and read this series. It’s sweet, sexy and funny and it will give you that eternal “feel good” experience that only an LB book/series can. 5 perfect stars for Once Upon a Wild Fling!
Sigh….Absolutely loved this book and rom com series by Lauren Blakely!
Follow single dad Miles, the last of the Hart brothers and not looking for love at this time!
Roxy is his financial advisers, William’s sister, and what he considers off limits, that is until they strike a deal to be each others plus one.
Follow their story as their chemistry together is off the charts, add in she’s pregnant(you’ll have to read the book to find out the rest) and her hormones are going nuts, and his son Ben rounding out the dynamics, and get ready to swoon away!
This series has been one of Lauren’s best by far, all 3 brothers have wormed their way into my heart!! If you haven’t read them yet, what are you waiting for!! I’m sorry to see these couples move on, but I’m sure in Lauren Blakely style, we may get glimpses of them in the future!
5++++ rocking stars for this one! Grab it asap!
This has been such a fun and sexy series! Each one of these brothers has stolen 1/3 of my heart!!!
I absolutely adore Miles, the youngest of the Hart brothers, and I love his & Roxy’s story so much!! And little Ben is just precious! This story is amazing and equal parts sweet, sexy, fun and witty!! I would not change anything about it! Simply put, Lauren Blakely is 100 percent in her element in this genre! She’s a fantastic storyteller with an amazing repertoire of characters that will have you swooning one second and laughing your butt off the next, but will always leave your heart feeling so happy and full of joy and love!!
Miles, aka “the chicken magnet” (according to Ben) is an amazing single dad. He gives up his solo career to reunite with his brothers but also to give his young son Ben a stable home and family life. What he is not looking for is love, but the best laid plans and all that. He has an instant attraction and crazy chemistry with his best friend’s sister, Roxy. Yup that’s right, the forbidden best friend’s sister. Roxy feels it too but also knows it is not a good idea and does not want to put herself out there either. So friends it is. In fact they strike up an interesting bargain to be each other’s plus one for parties and events. This is the start of a beautiful friendship with the pull of what more they could be always at the forefront. How long can they resist? Will they just have a “wild fling” or can they find a way to forever and a long awaited and well deserved HEA for both of them?? For all 3 of them really since Ben is always Miles priority. Lucky for Miles, Ben has it all figured out:
“It’s pretty simple Daddy. You love me, I love you, I love Roxy, Roxy loves me, Roxy loves you, and you love Roxy. So there. Be best friends forever. ” Absolute Perfection!!!!!!
**I voluntarily read an early copy of this title courtesy of the author in exchange for an honest review**
Once Upon a Wild Fling is the third and final book in Lauren Blakely’s Heartbreaker’s series and I loved it as much as I did the first two books in the series! I said after I read the last book that this was my favorite series that Blakely has written and I can now say that is 100% accurate.
Miles is the youngest of the three Hart brothers and while he had been out on the road pursuing a solo career, he’s made the decision to come back home to reunite with his brothers as they put the band back together. He also is a single dad and being able to give his son, Ben a more stable environment in which to grow up in. The one thing in his life that has taken a hit is his love life and after Ben’s mother left him high and dry only days after his birth, the last thing he’s looking for is any kind of romantic entanglement. The only problem is, there is a woman who has caught his eye, but he knows she’s off limits for several reasons, the biggest being she’s the sister of his best friend.
Roxy Sterling has made a lot of decisions and changes in her life recently. Not only did she leave her job on Wall Street to start her own pet massage and grooming business, but she’s also decided that she’s just not good at dating and she’s sworn off trying to find someone to settle down with or even to date. While she has made that decision, that doesn’t mean she hasn’t noticed her brother’s friend Miles, but since he is her brother’s friend, she knows he’s off limits.
When Miles and Roxy agree to be one another’s plus-one for any events they each have to attend, they obviously begin spending more time together. While it does solidify a friendship, it also brings other feelings to light. Will they act on it or will their pasts cause them to shy away?
I’ve adored all of the characters in this series. They are such cool people and while they all had struggles and/or challenges, I just loved the way the stories were told and how they unfolded. Miles is an amazing father and the everything he does is for Ben. If that’s not sexy, I don’t know what is. Speaking of Ben, how can you NOT love this kid?! He’s beyond adorable and I will forever love the phrase “chicken magnet” going forward! I also loved Roxy because she knew what she wanted and she wasn’t afraid to go after it even when others thought she might be nuts. She was true to herself and I think that is one of the best lessons we can all learn.
I truly loved this entire series and I would highly recommend picking up this title, but the series as a whole!