He’s bossy, moody, and overprotective. He’s also a pro athlete who needs to focus on winning games and staying out of the headlines.I’m fiercely independent and need a man like I need a second period each month. So when our worlds collide, I never expected him to be the one to jump in and save me. Especially not when my roommate disappears, leaving me with her baby.I’m clueless about babies—and … baby.
I’m clueless about babies—and it shows. Good thing Alexei isn’t. With six nieces and nephews and an apparent hero complex, the dude is both sexy and more than capable. It’s a combination that makes it easy to forget we’re just playing house.
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Great read!
He was such a kind hearted man…living a very different life. She was just as kind hearted, but living a very harsh world. She doesn’t want to accept his kindness out of pride, but when she finds out why her friend left the baby … things start to change. Very good read. Enjoyed his big heart and how he fell for her.
Another home run for Kendall Ryan. Great characters create a fun, romantic story.
10/02/2020 If you want a short and sweet story, read “Only for Tonight” (nook). There is a bit of sadness and a bit of angst with Alexei’s and Ryleigh’s situation. But, I felt good when I came to the HEA.
I actually wish the story had been longer because I have some questions. When Ryleigh met Andi at the cafe, why didn’t Andi at least tell the first name of Ella’s father? Did Ryleigh take Andi back to the hospital so that she did not have to find her own transportation? Did Alexei offer any financial support to Andi?
What a sweet story! Loved it!
Pro football player Alexei Ivan didn’t mean to get involved but watching a sweet young woman being propositioned on the sidewalk by a jerk who wasn’t taking no for an answer had him doing just that. Making sure she got home safely was just part of his protective nature. How he ended up with her and a baby living in his penthouse suite he’s still trying to figure out, and he isn’t ready to question why he likes it so much.
Ryleigh is still confused how she came to be caring for her roommates two month old baby but she’s determined to figure things out, even though she knows nothing about babies, until she can track down the baby’s mother. When Alexei comes to her rescue she finally opens up about her situation and is grateful for his help. She just didn’t expect him to be her knight in shining armour again. Now, she and baby Ella are staying in his penthouse apartment and things are heating up between her and Alexei.
When Ella’s mother reappears they are all in for a surprise they won’t see coming.
This book is funny, and sweet and all the things a good romance book should be. I really enjoyed it!
Alexei sees a girl getting harassed and goes over to help her. Her name is Ryleigh and she’s got a lot going on. Alexei learns she’s taking care of a baby for a friend and starts helping her out. They become friends and more. Great characters and storyline. Highly recommend. My first book by this author but not my last.
This story is powerful, soul- stirring, romantic and witty all rolled into one book!
Alexei is the ultimate guy — he’s charming, funny, caring and incredibly sexy!! He is fiercely protective, completely enamored with Ryleigh from their first meeting and determined to win her over. Ryleigh is sweet, loyal and very guarded with her heart and who she trusts. A chance encounter has their paths colliding and stars aligning. They have an intense attraction on a soul-deep level that can’t be denied and their paths keep intersecting. They try to fight their attraction and are powerless to resist the magnetic pull to one another. Their attraction is magnetic and their chemistry is undeniable. Their passion is explosive. The storyline is well-written and I absolutely adored every second. It is an emotional story that is so beautifully written!!
ALEXEI IS MY NEW BOOK BOYFRIEND…
Alexei is a hot, caring, pro football player with a little savior complex thrown in….He comes to the rescue for Ryleigh, a topless waitress whose ex-roommate left her two-month old baby girl, Ella, with Ryleigh to raise…..Alexei is making millions and this girl is working paycheck to paycheck and still not making it….I loved this story…I loved these characters, and I love this book..
Quick, easy read with a really great guy.
Well edited.
Alexei happens across Ryleigh being propositioned after work. He saves her, takes her to her home, and finds she is without heat but with an infant. Once again, Alexei steps up. He takes Ryleigh and baby Ella home for the night, making sure they have what’s necessary. Ryleigh doesn’t realize at first that Alexei is a football star. He likes that she sees him, and not the money or fame. In short order, Alexei finds out that Ryleigh’s baby isn’t really hers, but her ex-roommate’s. Over the course of a few weeks, they fall into a routine and then a relationship. Will Ella’s mom ever turn up? Will Ryleigh turn her back on Alexei’s help? Will they find love and family together?
Nice read with likable characters. Enjoy!
h: Ryleigh
H: Alexei
Ryleigh works at a topless bar to make ends meet. Alexei saves Ryleigh from a man trying to solicit a hand job from her. Andi, Ryleigh’s old roommate, leaves a two month old baby in Ryleigh’s care. Alexei takes them in when they don’t have heat, a car, or much money to pay for baby supplies. Another pleasant read from one of my favorite authors. Minimal drama.
Favorite quote:
“I’m a big boy. I can decide what I want, Ryleigh.”
Her mouth twitches. “And what do you want?”
I lean closer. “I’m looking at it. I’ve never wanted two women in my life more than a I do right now.”
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I think that I can speak for all the single moms out there when I say, Alexei is our fantasy mate! Usually I have little things that I would change about the book boyfriends, but I got nothing this time, he really is perfect. My only complaint about the book is that I wish we could have read and the scenes where Alexei took the baby to his meeting, and when Ryleigh meets his family. But maybe we’ll get to see extended scenes later.
Finding Alexei is a sweet romance, yet very steamy.
Alexei is a football player, and he’s not worried about money or anything. I think deep down he wanted to share all that with someone. Little did he know he would run into Ryleigh and it would turn his whole world around.
I enjoyed this story. I love how it started, how they met, how they were from two different worlds. It wasn’t your typical situation. They did have a connection with each other. But I felt something was missing. I didn’t connect with them on an emotional level. I also think that there could have been more. Or maybe I’m just being greedy and wanting more!
Overall, I give this Four Boundless Stars.
So I was going to start this review with how I thought parts of this book were unrealistic and then I thought….you know what, this is a fictional romance novel. It’s okay for it be slightly unrealistic!! We read romances and other books to escape the real world. We don’t need something to be 100% accurate and follow the real world because we need adventure and to live outside our comfort zones.
With that being said, this book was so flipping adorable!! I knew Alexei would be a favorite because I loved him so much in Dear Jane (the book before this one). Alexei is just a class act. He’s a stand up gentleman who you easily fall for. Our story starts out with Alexei rescuing the other main character, Ryleigh, from a creepy guy outside her workplace. From there, sparks fly and their connection is instantaneous.
Ryleigh was a great character and one I really enjoyed reading about. She’s this strong, independent woman who wants to make it on her own no matter what. Ryleigh doesn’t want a hand out from Alexei or to feel like a charity case. I also loved how she didn’t care that Alexei was this famous professional football player. She could care less about how much money he made. What matter to her was his personality and how he treated her and little Ella. (Ella is the sweet baby girl that Ryleigh is currently taking care of.)
Without going into spoilers/detail, these three were THE cutest family I’ve seen in quite some time. I loved seeing them hang out together and having those quiet moments at home. It melted my heart.
Overall, this was a super cute book and yes, it had some steam to it as well. Kendall Ryan always impresses me with her stories. I cannot wait to pick up another by her.
Love the characters.
Talk about swoon worthy. This book has the feels that make you believe in love and all things happy ever after. Such a great story of being there for someone who just drops a bomb on you, and holding on to the end. Loved every word.
4.5 stars
I love Kendall Ryan and she’s always been one of my go to authors for a sweet and romantic story. But Finding Alexei was just so much more than that. Yes, it is a sweet and romantic story. But it was also heartbreaking, filled with hope and new beginnings. A beautiful story about a woman with a heart of gold but down on her luck and a man who sees the extraordinary person she is and will do everything in his power to help her and prove to her that they are meant to be together.
You may think that the story line is not exactly realistic as the main characters end up living together practically from day one but I found it quite sweet and in a way romantic. Knowing from the moment you meet a person that there is something special about them, is definitely swoon worthy in my book 😀
Ultimately, I think this is one of my favorite Kendall Ryan books I’ve ever read. There is just something special about Alexei and Ryleigh that caught my heart and made them a permanent fixture there. So don’t waste any time and pick up your copy asap. It is definitely worth it 🙂
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I wish I could bump into Alexei in an alley at night!!
Super fun, super sweet, and where can I find an Alexei?!
He’s everything. He’s sweet, he’s kind, he’s the knight in shining armor, the unexpected prince, the man who saves the day.
And he’s swoonworthy to a new degree.
Get Finding Alexei.