Billy “Panty Dropper” ComfortThat’s what people call me…Growing up with the last name Comfort meant that I’d inherited a legacy. In our small town, the older generation of Comfort men were known for three things: hard work, boozing, and tragedy. Some believed the latter was due to a curse that doomed every male in our bloodline to lose his true love tragically. I was of the mind that our fates … of the mind that our fates were in our own hands.
With my father’s passing, my brothers and I were the new generation of Comfort men. We were also known for three things: fighting, flirting, and another F word that I’d never use in mixed company. My oldest brother was the fighter, my baby brother was the flirt, and that left me. I’d earned the nickname Panty Dropper by the time I was legally allowed to drink.
It never bothered me much, until the day I laid eyes on a woman that made me want to be a better man. The only question was, would she see the real me, or would my past and the curse be too much…even for fate?
Reagan “Runaway Bride” York
That’s what people were calling me…
Growing up with a single mom who cared more about her next boyfriend than things like paying the electric bill, I was determined to create a stable, respectable life for myself as an adult. And that’s exactly what I’d thought I’d done. I shared a condo overlooking Central Park with my fiancé, who was on the fast track to making partner at the law firm where we were both associates. And which just happened to be owned by his father.
Cut to me walking in on the man I was going to marry, just weeks before our wedding, with his briefs–and I’m not talking about the legal kind–down around his ankles.
Oh, and did I mention the pricy penthouse we shared was a gift from his parents? Talk about putting all my eggs in the wrong basket.
In the blink of an eye, I found myself homeless, jobless, and ringless.
My “fresh start” landed me in a small town, where the nights are hot and the men are hotter. Soon, I found my reputation and job were on the line once again…but this time, I had a feeling it might just be worth it.
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Keeps you on your toes, one of the funnier books I’ve read with mild steam. Happily ever after as well. However, it doe end on a cliff hanger, hoping their story isn’t over…would love to see wedding and babies.
This was my first Melanie Shawn book and I adored it. I love the Comfort family. Billy in charming and has been pretty free with sharing his charms until he meets Reagan. Reagan has just faced some big life changes. They are hot, hot, hot together and they cannot deny the magnetic draw they have to each other. I loved Billy changing his priorities as he reconciles his life choices in the wake of losing his father. I love the dynamics within the family. I really appreciated the struggle Reagan has getting her mom to actually listen to her- because we have all been there at some point. I can’t wait for the rest of the books in the series to find out the secrets they are beginning to uncover and how it affects their lives.
A fun, hot, new series from Melanie Shawn! Billy “Panty Dropper” Comfort runs the family bar in a small tourist town. He has no plans of ever having a relationship and even has a two time hookup limit. Regan walks away from her fiancé, their apartment, and her job in New York. She takes a job where her college friend lives, and meets the whole Comfort family on her first day of work. From that point on the sparks fly between Regan and Billy. The realities of small town life are shown in many ways, especially everyone knowing everyone’s business. Regan begins to uncover secrets and is trying to keep secrets. Chemistry and a soul deep love bring these two together. Staying together might be harder than they think. I can’t wait for the next story.
Already love this new series.
Billy (aka Panty Dropper) is someone that loves hook ups but does not do relationships. All the women he hooks up with know the drill, one night and if they are lucky and good in bed two nights, tops. Billy doesn’t have a good relationship with his father, but it still hurts when he passes away. He already lost his mother when he was young. When Billy and his 2 brothers go to his father’s Will reading, he gets 2 big shocks. 1st being, the sister that he has always adored, who he calls Shadow because she used to follow him around everywhere, the sister he forgot about after she was taken away at a very young age after his moms passing, is there in the office. 2nd shock being the beautiful, stunning “lady lawyer” that is reading his father’s Will.
Reagan, the “lady lawyer” is a new community member to Firefly, having just moved there recently. Her job today is to read the Will to the Comfort children. To Reagan’s surprise, she meets the middle Comfort boy that she fines extremely charming and attractive. But Reagan just ended an engagement, so she is not looking for a man.
On the first night, Billy does what he does best, gets Reagan into his bed. Reagan and Billy decide before getting naked that this would be a one-night thing, so they don’t have to continue to fight the attraction. But as we all know, one night is never enough.
Enjoy this sexy hot read. Learn about the Comfort’s secrets, Reagan’s family story, growing up with a mom that didn’t take the time for you and the Comfort curse. Learn what happened to Cheyenne (Shadow), why she was taken and the circumstance behind it. Get all the dirty sexy HOT details of Billy and Reagan and how they fall in love.
Billy and Reagan’s love story in Panty Dropper by the amazing duo of Melanie Shawn, book one in their new Southern Comfort series makes another perfect match. I never know where I am going or getting into with a new series but this one quenches a real thirst and puts the importance back in family. After Regan “Fancy” York finds her fiancé cheating on her and losing her job and home, she moves to a small town to get far away. Billy “Panty Dropper” Comfort isn’t looking for more than a good time. But when these two meet sparks fly, fireworks are set off, and they can provide enough electricity for the entire town. Suddenly, Billy no longer wants any other woman, he just knows Regan is the one and he’s done looking at any other woman.
Melanie Shawn wrote a wonderful, hot, and moving story that should not be missed. They provided a tale rich with emotions, sexual chemistry, humor, secrets, and charming characters giving Billy and Reagan a chance at love and hopefully forever together. I highly recommend Panty Dropper to other readers and can’t wait to read the rest of the series to learn more about the Comfort family secrets.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
I loved Panty Dropper and I just know I’m going to love all the Comfort brothers. Billy and Reagan were lust at first sight. But after just a little while, it became so much more. The brother with the nickname Panty Dropper would only be dropping one set of panties from here on out. Reagan was just using the lawyer job her friend Nadia told her about as a stepping stone when she caught her ex-fiance cheating. The worst part, she didn’t even care that much. She realized she never really loved Blah-blah-Blaine. But when Billy walked in to her law office for the reading of his fathers will, she was drawn to him immediately. She decided she’d have a one night stand. But her heart and her brain couldn’t get on the same page. Billy knew it was something more with Reagan right away. Their relationship took off running and it was sweet and sexy. I loved that this story ended with a little bit of intrigue that will be continued in the next book. Something different from the writing duo! Looking forward to more from Melanie Shawn!
I received a copy of this book from the author as part of her street team of readers. The following is my honest review.
I love the story, it was so much fun to read the back-and-forth between Reagan and Billy. The hardest part for me was the title, especially when somebody would ask me what I was currently reading. I definitely wouldn’t change the title of the book, but that was the only drawback that I found while reading this. I was totally engrossed in the storyline and couldn’t wait to find out how things were going to end for Billy and Reagan. Both had difficult childhoods which just meant they had something to prove to themselves and others.
I’ll never think of Moonlight and Sunshine the same way again. This book had me laughing and sharing the crazy antics of the characters with my son! Definitely worth the experience!!!
A new series begins!
Billy has the reputation of being able to attract women without trying, hence the nickname “panty dropper”. But he is a commitment-phobe after he lost his mother and sister.
Reagan had a bad experience as well. In her case, she caught her fiancé with another woman! Moving from NY to Firefly, she’s not sure small towns are for her. And she certainly isn’t going to be drawn in by the likes of Billy!
I enjoyed this book, and found the mystery imbedded in the main story a great draw to the next books in this new series!
I received an ARC copy of this book and am voluntarily reviewing it. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and given freely.
Starting with the title “Panty Dropper” – you know this is going to be a great book. Then to learn it is about three hot brothers – the Comfort brothers – you know you are in for at least two more great books. Billy was a great way to start the series – the middle brother – the player who gets hooked in the first chapter by a woman who is more serious than his normal type and who he immediately wants to change his “two night” rule for. Regan (Fancy) York is a no-nonsense lawyer who has been trying to fit in and follow the “rules” for years to buck her unconventional upbringing by her mother. She goes to law school, meets the “right” boy and plans to marry – until it all falls apart and she moves to a small town to work in a small law firm practice and meets Billy on her first day. He turns her world upside down. Their relationship is so fun to read and the book leaves you wanting more of the Comfort family story. I can’t wait to read Jimmy’s book!
Welcome to Firefly. Women have always come easy Billy, he has all the charm looks and a big smile that has always what he wanted, women and more women. Regan has been burned by her previous fiancé and doesn’t want anything serious, when she meets Billy she figures she give in just one and done. The chemistry between them is more than Billy ever expected and he’s not willing to let go. The story was Sexy, fun and emotional. I think this is going to be a great small town series and I am looking forward to getting to know the rest of the siblings and what their stories will be.
Whoa! What an ending!
Panty Dropper is the first novel in the Southern Comfort series by Melanie Shawn and it may be my favorite series yet!!
Panty Dropper follows Reagan York on her journey for a new life in Firefly Island. A new job, a new town, a fresh start. In doing so, she meets this family during her first will reading. In doing so, her life is changed forever.
Billy Comfort is dealing with the loss of his father, but known as the Panty Dropper in Firefly Island, gets pulled away from an encounter which then changes his life. The beautiful lawyer in the room turns him on his head.
Can Billy change his ways? Is Reagan ready for something serious again? Read Panty Dropper and find out! This is seriously my favorite Melanie Shawn book to date. Well done!!
Wow! The Comfort men are hot! Billy’s nickname is Panty Dropper since he attracts women without any effort. He’s determined not to be hurt again like when he lost his mother & sister at the same time. All relations are superficial until Reagan.
Reagan was changing her life after catching her fiancé with another woman. She moved to the South from New York & wasn’t sure she liked small towns. She was determined to ignore her attraction to Billy because she wasn’t ready for anything. Too bad the chemistry had other ideas.
Melanie Shawn is a terrific writing duo & I love the way they can collaborate seamlessly. This story line is a little different than they normally right but I really enjoyed it. The Comfort Family is a typical family with its good & bad. Their mother was killed in an accident & it broke them up. There’s a sense of mystery that is used to hook you into the series as much as the family connection. I loved this story & cant wait for the next in the series!
I loved this book. I am super excited about this new series.
I think this was a well written book that had plenty of drama and spice to make for a great read.
I like that there is a new series I get to explore from Melanie Shawn and I am really excited to see where this one will go. It is different from the other series I have read, and I am definitely not disappointed in the slightest.
I am obsessed with Reagan and Billy who fall in love despite the crazy happenings in their pasts.
I will be anxiously awaiting the next book in this series. I think Melanie Shawn has another hit series going on!
When the first book in a new series starts out with, “Sugar, you are one hot and tasty snack of a man!”, you know it’s going to be a great story. Another perfect addition to the small-town series that Melanie Shawn is known for. I love our new setting for this series and how can you not love the Comfort family. It was nice learning about the town, the ‘secrets’, and of course the colorful residents that are part of Firefly Island which also includes Kevin Bacon (the pig) and Skittles (the parrot). The story and Billy and Reagan was great. Two people who both have a not so great past but are trying to be more with each other. I liked the hint of suspense and kind of had an idea at one point where this was headed, and my assumption was right and it was sort of confirmed at the end. I’m definitely excited and intrigued to see what happens next with the ‘missing trust’ and of course can’t wait for our next visit to Firefly Island.
Wow loved this book and what’s to come! Billy knows what he has and uses it to his advantage, but lately he’s gotten bored of the same tricks and games and the reputation he has. Reagan’s life has been turned upside down, leaving her fiancé after finding out he cheated on her and moves away to start over. She handles the reading of Billy’s father’s will and sparks fly between them that they can’t explain the pull. When Reagan finds out about Billy’s reputation, she’s hesitant to get involved with him and tries to stay away, but the pull between them is so strong they finally decide to give in while dealing with the small town’s judgment. The end of this book really got me into it because of the suspense and questions surrounding Billy’s father’s will and his mother’s previous death. I got so invested and can’t wait to see what happens and what secrets come to light in their small town. I can’t wait for the next book!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
Thrilling beginning to what promises to be a highly entertaining new series if this first adventure is anything to go by, really enjoyed this action packed and engaging adventure. A great read from beginning to end.
A new series by Melanie Shawn? YES PLEASE
Panty Dropper is a great start to Melanie Shawn’s new Southern Comfort series. It has a little bit of everything you could want; romance, wittiness, heat and intrigue.
Billy “Panty Dropper” Comfort is a ladies man. That’s the reputation he has and judging by his nickname, that isn’t hard to believe. He runs the family bar and with his father’s passing, he and his brothers are trying to get all of the affairs in order. Oh and let’s not forget the family curse.
Reagan York is new to town and is working to rebuild her life. She’s recently called off her engagement and she’s moved as far away from where her ex is as she could. However, her Mom and her ex don’t seem to understand that it’s over and she’s not going to come home and marry a cheater.
When Billy and Reagan meet at the reading of his father’s will, the attraction is immediate. Of course the one time that Billy wants something other than just one night, that’s all that Reagan is willing to give him. Will these two be able to get on the same page or will it be one and done?
I really liked that there was a hint of mystery in this story, which is a new thing for Melanie Shawn. There was also added heat in this one, which fit these characters perfectly! I really enjoyed these two characters and the supporting characters were strong as well, certainly setting us up for a great continuation of this series!
Great story that moves pretty quickly.
Billy and Reagan were a great pair.
I loved them and can’t wait to see what happens!
This romance really got to me and in a very good way. I just loved everything about it. The main characters are very human, in that they are funny, they are complicated, they have issues and the writing is engaging and seemlessly guides us through the journey these two are on. This book was longer than many others and that gave the characters time to grow and also more depth to the story. I can’t wait to see what the other Comfort-siblings will be up to. I finished with a BIG book hangover. Highly recommended!