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 will melt your heart and give you “feel goods” all over your body. This book is about the youngest Hart brother, Miles. He has had his solo career after he and his brothers broke up the band, The Heartbreakers a while back. He has a young son who he is raising by himself and has dedicated his life to his son so he has no intentions of having a love interest, he has “been there, done that, and moved on”. Life is on track, he has moved back to New York and he is getting back together with his brothers to perform as The Heartbreakers so life is great, complete or so he thinks. Along comes Roxy and what Miles thought he wanted is suddenly not what his body and heart is deciding is best for him and Ben. Roxy is tied in so many ways to him and his family he seems to see her frequently and each time he does he wants to see her again.
Roxy is getting on with her life. She has given up on dating, she had “been there, done that, and moved on”. Sound familiar LOL, well she decided she didn’t need a man to make her life complete but she did want something only a man could give her or at least what a man has so she makes her decision, moves forward, and is making plans for the future. She is happy and life is going great or so she thought. Along comes Miles, he seems to be around all the time and each time she sees him her heart does crazy things and so does her body.
It turns out what Miles and Roxy thought they wanted for the rest of their lives isn’t what life has planned for them. This is the sweetest story and to watch these two come together along with the rest of their “family” is heart melting. The buildup is amazingly hot also, whew, combustible. I loved their story. I received an early copy to read and review. I highly recommend it. 5 “chicken magnets” . So well written, such emotion from both characters and the bonus of Ben, Mile’s son is a perfect addition for this love story. I love that all 3 brothers are not only “hot” and “talented” in so many ways but mature and caring and love their women and their families with everything they have. If you haven’t read the first two books in this series I recommend you do so, you don’t have to in order to enjoy this one but trust me they are all so good you will want to. I’m sad this series is over, I will miss these characters as they all wrapped themselves up in my heart too.
Once Upon a Wild Fling by Lauren Blakely
Ok so this book is officially my favorite book of the Heartbreaker series and while I’ve loved the previous books and characters, Miles and Roxy (and Ben!) stole my heart and ran away with it!
Miles and Roxy have had a little something simmering for a long time now and neither has acted on it. Roxy because she believes she’s not good at relationshipping and Miles because he has no interest in starting something serious not just with Roxy but with anyone. What starts as a plus-one favor for a friend turns into soooo much more.
This booked ticked soooooo many boxes for me: friends to lovers, single dad, best friends little sister, single dad… Blakely gave us such a wonderful story with characters I so easily fell in love with. Their relationship blossomed in a way that was fresh and flirty and sexy and perfectly true to each individual character. I love, love, love the sense of family we got with this series and I adore the various personalities of the kids and pets!
This series is such a hit for me and one that I not only wholeheartedly recommend, but also one I can’t wait to read all over again.
*I voluntarily read an early copy of this book.
**Reviewed by Melinda for Joandisalovebooks Blog.
Once Upon a Wild Fling by the outstanding author Lauren Blakely is book three in her Heartbreaker Series. Everx book in this series is a standalone, but for better understanding I recommend to read the books in order.
The previous books are Once Upon a Real Good Time, and Once Upon a Sure Thing.
Meet the last single Hart brother, Miles. Miles Hart is a single dad and after breaking up the family boyband he’s out there on a solo career. He’s a famous rock star, but glitz and glamour aren’t exactly his thing. Just like his brothers he’s a more down to earth type. And he has a major crush on his best friends and managers sister, Roxy.
Roxy Sterling should stay far away from Miles. He’s like catnip, irresistible. But Roxy has a certain lifeplan and Miles doesn’t fit in . When she agrees to be his plus one at a reunion, fate/ karma says ha and gives both a hell of a ride.
Once Upon a Wild Fling is a excellent written, beautifully thought out and beautifully told story with characters I easily could connect with. I love the story and the writing.
Favorite Quote: ” Some things in life are easy. ”
When a Wild Fling turns into a beautiful forever you have another great read from this author.
Roxy Sterling owns Fluffy & Fabulous animal spa and at 31 is done with trying to find a man to have a baby with. She has had a crush on her brother Williams’s best friend for a long time but knows that Miles Hart is not the man for her.
Miles Hart is a single dad to Ben and a rockstar who has recently reunited with his brothers to get the Heartbreakers back together. When Miles requires a “date” to his high school reunion he asks Roxy to go with him to ward off the crazies.
As Roxy and Miles begin to spend more time together they both realize how much they care about each other but as they start off with “friends with benefits” will either have the courage to ask for more before it’s too late?
This was such a great book filled with so many laughs and great moments!
I thought Roxy was a great character and I loved that she owned an animal spa! I also really give her credit for knowing she wanted to be a mom and doing it herself. I do admire that! I did think it was awesome how turned on she kept getting around Miles and how she tried to keep her hormones in check.
Miles was awesome which I wasn’t surprised about after the previous books with his brothers. I loved when he got his “frustrations” out after the reunion with the memory of Roxy. I also really liked when he finally made his move on Roxy after another plus-one date!
I thought Ben was awesome and I loved when he took a tour of Roxy’s new place and his comments!
I was so sad when things took a twist that I was not expecting but I loved how Miles fixed it all!!
4.5 heartbreaking stars
Well I didn’t think Lauren would be able to knock Miller off my top spot but she managed it! This is the 3rd book in the series and whilst I think its my joint favourite with book 2 Once Upon a Sure Thing
Lauren has delivered a captivating series with these Heartbreakers, she had given us 3 totally swoon-worthy brothers who meet their matches with their sexy, witty women. Throw in some totally cute kids and pets and you have the perfect mix for a great rom-com.
Lauren has blended well two of my favourite genres in single dad mixed with best friends little sister to give us this great read.
Miles is the youngest brother, he’s a bit jaded after being burned before, his priority is his cute mini-me Ben. Roxy hasn’t had much luck finding Mr Right so with worrying her biological clock is ticking she decides to try the single parent route.
Soon as Roxy and Miles meet the chemistry is off the charts and completely natural. What I liked was the slow burn of their romance whilst they stick to friends only but they could only deny their chemistry for so long before it sparks off a massive explosion, especially with all the banter that goes on mixed with the flirting and a few kisses.
I have absolutely loved this series,. its a light-hearted read, this lovers of rom-coms would love. I can highly recommend this series.
I’m sad to say goodbye to these 3 hot brothers but excited to see what Lauren is going to bring us next.
5 Stars
Lauren Blakely saved the best for last! Miles is the last Hart brother to get his story. He’s a sexy rockstar and a single dad. His son Ben, is his reason for living and my heart swooned over how Miles is with his son.
Now that the Heartbreakers are finally back together, they have agreed to play at Miles’ high school reunion. He’s really looking forward to playing and showing his classmates he really made it as a rockstar, but he’s not looking forward to all the women he knows will be hitting on him. Deciding he needs a plus-one to be his “fake” girlfriend, he asks his best friend and manager’s little sister, Roxy. Note to self–next time the “fake” works best when you don’t have a huge crush on the plus-one 😉
This story is funny, sexy and charming. These two definitely have their adorable quirks, but they couldn’t be better suited for each other. I love that it’s not an insta-love and they work to build up to the level of trust they need to give each other. With both of their past histories with relationships, it’s really no surprise. I have enjoyed this series so much. Blakely’s writing has been superb and the way she tells a story is like no other. I loved seeing how this family continues to strive and grow, not just with their individual relationships, but with the family as a whole. Don’t miss out on this series…#oneclick them today.
Angela – Alphas Do It Better Book Blog
Cupid draw back your bow
And let your arrow go
Straight to my lover’s heart for me, for me
(Cupid by Sam Cooke)
Lauren Blakely is brillant! She is the author of this trilogy of three rock musicians brothers who fall in love.
This is the third book and is about the youngest brother Miles who suddenly becomes infatuated by Roxy (his friend’s sister) and it tells their adventures into lovedoom.
Miler is a single father and Roxy a very smart woman who really wants a child.
Their story is sweet, sexy and has everything you want to read. In my opinion this is the best of the three books.
Since it is written by Lauren Blakely you will adore it!!!
It’s a sweet and slow burn romance for our last Hart brother. Miles is the young hot, single father of the trio boy band and he’s had his eye on his best friend’s sister since they met. But he’s never wanted to cross the line and risk his friendship and their business. But the more he sees Roxy, the more he’s enamored with her. When he asks her to be his plus one to his high school reunion, it ends in a fiery kiss that he hopes can lead to more. But a new secret from Roxy puts on the brakes; she’s pregnant and on the way to single motherhood. Now Miles has a lot more to think about then just his desires.
Roxy hasn’t had the best luck with dating. Dud after awkward date, she’s resigned herself to finding her HEA by herself and becoming a single mother. But her mother warned her about “what ifs”, mainly what if she finds mister right after she’s already become a mommy-to-be? For once she has to admit her mother may be right when a night with Miles turns her fantasies to life. Now she has to risk it all and wish for more than just friends with benefits with the rock star dad.
Call me lame but I didn’t connect to well with this couple. I felt a little thrown into it in the beginning and was lost as to what was going on. Miles and Roxy seem ti be more acquaintances than friends but within a few weeks become madly in love with one another only from a few hours once a week? It didn’t feel believable to me. Where they are each smart and caring characters, i felt like they were smooshed together rather than finding their way to one another. I liked the chemistry they had but there just wasn’t enough of it, i wanted more longing, more glances and what if moments between them. It’s slow burn for sure and worth the wait but afterwards I felt it fizzle a bit. A little middle of pack for Blakely’s generally steamy and sassy reads, but an easy romance for those who don’t want any drama.
These Heartbreakers! I think I have fallen in love with all 3 of them! Miles may just be my very FAVORITE! There’s just something super sexy about a single Dad who is crushing it as a parent. I loved the connection between Miles and Roxy. We are introduced to them in Campbell and Miller’s story, but it was so fun to really get to know them and read their story. As always, Lauren Blakely had me laughing out loud, got me all fired up with the hot-as-hell angst, and had me swooning all over the hero. I can’t get enough of her stories! If you are looking for a make-you-feel-good kind of a read, this is it. I highly recommend!
Review by Lys
Once Upon a Wild Fling is the third and final book in the Heartbreakers series. Lauren has done it again my friends. Brought us new heroes to love in the form of a trio of deliciously talented brothers. Rockstars. Heart throbs. The oldest a dirty mouthed single dad. The middle a fun loving, carefree man who loves singing with his brothers. And Miles, the youngest brother. A fantastic single dad. The easy prey to the baby brother jokes. The sexy, sweet rocker who never takes no for an answer. Miles isn’t looking for love. He’s been burned, but has the best son in the world, so he has no regrets. He’s always had a secret thing for his best friend and manager’s sister. But he can’t go there. That’s just all kinds of wrong. Until he sees Roxy one day looking sexy as sin, and he just can’t stay away. He needs a date to his high school reunion. They are friends after all, so what’s the harm being a plus one? After one kiss they both seem to gravitate toward each other. Finding things to do together. Little gestures, plus one dates. Roxy is so great with his son, Ben. When a steamy kiss turns into so much more what is Miles going to do? Let Roxy get away or fight for what he wants? He’s no quitter and he’s no fan of heartbreak, but is Roxy worth the risk? Is she a wild fling who turns into just what he and Ben need? I loved this story so much! I love all of these brothers for such different reasons and the relationship they have with each other is some of the best brother love I’ve ever read. They tease, they taunt, they hug, they tell each other how they feel. They are a family and not just because they share blood. They choose to be brothers. To spend time together. To share their lives with each other. To play together. Miles and Roxy are so fun and flirty and perfect for each other. They know who they are and what they want out of life and their mutual attraction just led them to believe in so much more. I wish there were more books in the series and I’m hoping we’ll see them again!
It’s not that I think my buddy’s sister is a babe
It’s that I think she’s a total babe.
“Daddy, will I be a chicken magnet like you when I grow up? I mean, you are handsome like me.”
“You’re handsome and talented and brilliant.”
“I loved high school.”
Campbell laughs. “That’s because we paved the way for you, Dodgeball. We were the coolest dudes and you were the younger brother of the coolest dudes.”
“Good to know you have faith in my ability to be charming without you.”
Miller slugs my arm. “We can’t help it. You’re the youngest. We’re pretty much always going to give you a hard time. “
I love single dad stories and Once Upon a Wild Fling may be my new favorite! Lauren Blakely has this ability to write a story that just sucks you in! Roxy, Miles and Ben were just so amazing!! LOVED!!!
Swooooon! These Heartbreaker men have totally taken over my heart!! Once Upon a Wild Fling is every bit the sweet, sexy, warm, fun, smile inducing romance we’ve come to expect from Lauren Blakely. I seriously am so in love with these books. They’re just really great feel good stories I can’t get enough of.
Miles is total dream man material. It feels like Lauren Blakely wandered into my mind, picked out all the qualities I find attractive in a hero and gave them to the youngest Heartbreaker. With his musicality, his good guy persona and his raw sex appeal, I had no choice but to fall for Miles Hart. Every book in this series features a parent/guardian and child relationship that melts the heart but I have to say the bond in Once Upon a Wild Fling is my favorite. Miles and his little adorable boy, Ben, are so freaking cute. They’re the perfect little team.
Roxy is equally as impressive as Miles. We first met her in Once Upon a Real Good Time. From there on I knew I was going to love her. She’s so independent, strong and fun. I love that she goes after her dreams even if it means she does it on her own. My favorite thing about her is the relationship she has with Miles’s son Ben. She cares and loves him so genuinely. It’s the sweetest thing.
I ADORED Miles and Roxy and their unbelievably wonderful chemistry. They compliment each other so well. The flirting was on point. Lauren Blakely did a fantastic job building the connection. Because their relationship was a bit forbidden – with her being his buddy/financial advisor’s sister plus, a certain decision Roxy made before they began their “plus one” partnership – it made their journey so much more addicting. I don’t want to spoil anything but I want to say, the way Miles cares for Roxy and supports her decision is so incredibly swoony.
These Heartbreaker books are everything!! EVERYTHING!! I don’t think I could recommend these books enough. Lauren Blakely has outdone herself. I can confidently say all three of the books are top favorite reads of 2018.
*5 Stars*
ARC kindly received in exchange for an honest review.
As always, Blakely has provided us with another unputdownable and addictive story. I literally sped through this in one sitting, staying up so that I could finish it.
Miles and Roxy were such lovable characters, and the chemistry and connection between them was amazing. The way they act with each other, and the ease of their interactions was just perfect. Not to mention that we also have Ben, who can I just say, is damn adorable!
Whilst not an entirely “conventional” situation (from Roxy’s state, not throwing in any spoilers here, you will know when you read this), everything just works so well and clicks for these characters, and I think this will be very relatable for readers. I know there were particular parts where I just thought, Lauren has this spot on!
While Ally and Miller have my number one spot in this series, Miles and Roxy are close behind, and I highly recommend reading this one. All the ease, comfort, sexual tension and humour that we have come to expect from Blakely is present, and I for one am sad to see this series come to and end.
This is a sweet, sexy, romantic friends-to-lovers story with a little twist. It brings back his brothers Campbell and Miller, Mackenzie, Ally, and their combined kids.
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Lauren Blakely
There are only about a dozen authors whose books are an automatic purchase for me, and Lauren Blakely is at the top of my list because I know I’m guaranteed to fall in love with her characters while they stumble and eventually fall in love with each other. I lost my heart to Miles because he’s a terrific single father, a great sibling and a sexy rock star but he always puts the welfare of his young son first. And how could you not love Roxy’s business acumen, her love of animals and her delightfully quirky personality? I loved every flirty smile, sexy text and sizzling touch between Roxy and Miles and I guarantee you’re going to fall in love with these characters just as much as I did. I read an early copy of this book and all opinions expressed in my voluntary review are completely my own.
****Not your average single-parent story! It was so much more!!!! 5 swoon-worthy stars!*****
This was my favorite book out of the Heartbreakers series!!! It is part of a series but can be read as a standalone.. There are characters in the first two books that make a reappearance in this one. It does end with an HEA.
I LOVED this book! It was funny, entertaining, sweet, sexy, touching, and just an all around great, feel good book! There are so many quirky, funny, swoon-worthy moments that will melt your heart. Miles is a super sexy rock star, single dad who is the total package. You will love him. Roxy is independent, sweet, caring, successful, and funny as heck! Their chemistry was off the charts! Their banter was witty, funny, and so entertaining! The plot was unique and had me turning the pages as fast as I could.
I fell in love with this book from start to finish. This was not your average single parent story. I highly recommend reading this book. There were so many laugh out loud moments, as well as some super sexy scenes that will steam up your readers! Lauren Blakely hit it out the park with this one!
****ARC generously provided in exchange for an honest review.****
Once Upon a Wild Fling by Lauren Blakely is book three in her Heartbreakers series. This final installment in the Heartbreaker trilogy features Miles Hart and Roxy Sterling.
The romance between Miles and Roxy is off-the-charts with their sexy flirtatious banter, sweet romantic moments, and the cute family moments with Ben, Miles’ six-year-old son. Like the previous books in the series, this book deals with family: Miles and Ben, Roxy and her brother William (who is also Miles’ business manager), and then Roxy and her unborn baby. We also get to see Campbell and Miller, along with their families too. This book was a delight to read and had all the feel good moments along with the slow build-up to the happily ever after. What starts off as a wild fling definitely grows into so much more.
Overall, Once Upon a Wild Fling by Lauren Blakely is a romantic comedy that will leave you satisfied. It has just enough romance, humor, and a little bit of drama mixed-in. I would happily recommend this novel and the whole Heartbreakers series.
(I voluntarily reviewed an advance review copy of this book I received for free from in exchange for my open and honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.)
Full of tenderness and heart, Miles Hart, was unlike any other book hero I had the pleasure of reading before. Brother and third band-mate of The Heartbreakers,
Miles had plenty of opportunity for fun with the ladies over the years. But, falling for the wrong woman years ago, not only left him alone, but left him to swear off love. Instead, Miles’ main focus is on raising his only son, Ben.
Roxy Sterling is a fiercely independent woman. So independent in fact, that she has taken it upon herself to fulfill her biggest dream yet, to become a mother. Tired of the dating scene, Roxy decides to go to a sperm bank and raise a child on her own. Happy with her decision she now is preparing to be a single mother and excitedly doing so.
So what happens when you finally think you have everything you have dreamed of having? A wild fling of course! They say that love seems to find you once you stop looking…maybe, just maybe, “they” are right.
This story swept me away in a tidal wave of the “feels” that was so utterly good, I found that I could not put this book down. If you want a book that is full of heart, great characters, and will make you laugh out loud, this books is for you!
As Always, Happy Reading!
“5/5 Beaming Brains!”
Once Upon a Wild Fling is the final installment of the Heartbreakers series and I have to say the best was definitely saved for last! Honestly, I’m not sure who stole my heart more Miles or his son, Ben. They were both “chicken magnets” in their own right. While I thought I had Miles and Roxy’s story pretty much figured out there were some definite twists I didn’t quite expect. Until this series I never realized how much I loved single parent romances but I adored the Hart brothers and Miles is my definite favorite. Miles and Roxy’s story was a fantastic feel good story that had me smiling the whole book through. With the perfect balance of swoonworthy and sizzling moments plus witty banter Once Upon a Wild Fling kept me spellbound. Though I’m a bit sad to see this series end I’ve loved the wild and absolutley unforgettable journey I’ve taken with my favorite Heartbreakers!
Once Upon a Wild Fling is a heart felt romance that ends to soon that leaves you wanting more.