All I want for the holidays is the secret potion that’ll help me resist my brother’s new business partner. You know, the super hot, super sweet, super smart guy I now have to plan the holiday party with.I mean, really. Who thought THAT was a good idea?Oh, me. Yep, brilliant, strategic me who raised her hand and said yes I’d love to hang mistletoe with that sexy former sports star. I’d love to … love to taste test spiked hot chocolate with that charming, flirty man. I’d love to get snowed in with the one guy I shouldn’t fall for.
As long as I can make it through the holidays I’ll be on my merry way, fa la la la la. But the holidays have a surprise for me.
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Vaughn is a former football player that now represents those that play sports as an agent. As a part of a newly opened sports agency, Vaughn is preparing to leave New York and move to Miami to open an expansion branch for his company. Quinn is Vaughn’s partner, Josh’s sister, and the party planner that is helping them plan a holiday party for heir clients. Immediate attraction and instant chemistry have both Vaughn and Quinn questioning if they want to continue their self imposed hiatus from love and relationships. Vaughn is tasked to help Quinn plan the party. Through some non-dates, they both realize what they want their future to look like.
This is a sweet story that is part romance, part humor, and part family.
Special Delivery is a must-read from Lauren Blakely.
Another great romantic comedy by Lauren. I got addicted to their characters I think faster than they were to each other. Quinn’s who is a party planner, is set up with her brother’s partner Vaughn from work to plan a holiday party for their clients. Sparks fly immediately between the two, and then in between the sheets just a couple of nights later. But Vaughn is moving to Miami to be closer to his family and do a start up for his company, so they decide not to get attached. Well that does not work as they fall in love fast. This book is really funny, has great steamy sex scenes, and will really get you in the Christmas spirit!! Great read!
Lauren Blakely delivered just what I want from a holiday novella. Low angst, a little provocative, and all the feels! Vaughn and Quinn were both engaging, and I appreciated their honest conversations about what they were looking for in terms of a relationship. Their happily ever after was delightful!
*This novella can be read as a standalone. That being said, I think that if you love this author’s writing style you’ll be quick to consume the rest of the books in this series. Also, the audiobook is just as wonderful!
I don’t know what I loved more, this story or the blurb!! LOL
I am stupidly happy over this story you guys! It was sexy and romantic and sweet and endearing and yes, humorous!! Quinn and Vaughn had chemistry from the get-go! I couldn’t get enough of their spirited sparks! Short but sweet, this is a perfect romance story with the holiday backdrop to get you in a festive mood!
From the moment I started reading this book, I became addicted to the story line and most of all the main characters. Quinn and Vaughn had everything you needed to make it happen. It was magical and gets you ready for the rest of the story. You have the chemistry, the bits of pieces of laughter, and the mood that brings in the love for this holiday season! I loved every single page!
****The way I feel has everything to do with chemistry—our chemistry—and the way he looks at me, touches me, treats me.
That one most of all.
I’ve only known him a short while, but he treats me like I’m precious.
And he touches me the same way.
***He touches me reverently, and it’s addictive. It makes me shudder.
Sigh. So sweet! Vaughn is totally swoon worthy, sweet and romantic and sexy and fun! The entire package!
This is a great holiday novella – packed with charm, Fire and all the holiday goodness too! Sure to warm up your hearts and kindles this holiday season!
4.5 This was such a delicious holiday novella! It has just the right amount of Christmas fun without being too much. I loved Vaughn and Quinn’s fun love of the holiday and how quick they bonded. Their chemistry is off the charts and they were so dang adorable!! This is the perfect read to bring a smile to your face. I adored it!
I had pre-ordered this book and when I downloaded it and opened it I went, what the hey 100 pages! Let me tell you those 100 pages WOW. It was one of Ms. Blakey’s best.
The entire book was funny, sexy and the ending, didn’t see that one coming!
Want a great holiday read, grab this one!
A cute, very fluffy holiday read that is fairly angst-free…almost too angst free, actually.
Quinn and Vaughn are extremely likable characters who “click” pretty much from the instant they lock eyes with each other (it’s pretty much a “you had me at [insert name of Christmas song here–any Christmas song, because they like them all]” kind of situation). They’re both on strict no-romance diets, but get involved with each other almost right away, reasoning that 1) they’ve got great chemistry and 2) Vaughn’s moving to Miami soon anyway, so 3) they might as well spend their favorite holiday together before he goes, and then call it quits because, long distance.
Except of course they really like each other, and then something else happens and they *might* decide to change their plans…
But really, it’s all pretty conflict- and angst-free, considering. So if you’re just looking for fluffy holiday fun and some fairly steamy scenes to heat up an unseasonably cold afternoon, this is a safe bet. It’s the fifth in the series but works just fine as a standalone.
Rating: 4 stars / B
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
Oh, my Christmas that was adorable and naughty!!! I just finished up Overnight Service last night and there was a tease to Vaughn and Quinn’s story so I had to start right away.
Vaughn and Quinn were both on romance diet. No hookups. No dating. No romance. It had been easy over the last year then their eyes met and it was over. They wanted a taste. A cheat day. Except this was just one dinner to discuss an upcoming Christmas company party. With Vaughn’s new business partner’s little sister. He could resist one dinner especially with the brother sitting in. Well…it seems Josh hates parties and planning so now it was up to them. Oh, they were so screwed.
Can two Christmas-lovers spend their nights planning an extravaganza without landing themselves on the naughty list?
Of course not!!! This is a Lauren Blakely book! Many of her characters are on the extra-naughty list. I loved every minute of this chemistry filled story. It’s actually one of my favorite novellas. Ever. It gave me all the feels. Vaughn and Quinn are so sweet, fun, and passionate. It’s hard to make a reader cry in such a small amount of words but Lauren has done it again!
P.S Spoiler Alert — You are going to love it!!
Quotes:
“You don’t really have an ugly Christmas sweater collection, do you?”
“Maybe I do. Maybe I don’t. Maybe you need to tell me why you deserved coal in your stocking.”
For a few delicious seconds, he dives in, kissing with intent, leaving me with the promise of how his touch might be—thorough and attentive enough to make my toes curl.
“Merry Christmas to me, and it’s not even Thanksgiving,” he says, his voice smoky.
Special Delivery is Lauren Blakely’s first holiday romance. Two of my favorite things: Lauren Blakely and Christmas! Lauren’s books always bring a smile to my face! Special Delivery is fun, flirty, sexy and a novella that feels like so much more. Quinn is planning her brother Josh’s company holiday party with his sexy business party. Easy, right? Not exactly! Vaughn is a tall drink of sexy water and she has to try to resist him. It’s not going to be easy. Vaughn loves redheads and he didn’t think his business partner’s sister was going to be so pretty. And funny and sweet. Uh oh! She’s off limits, right? But while they are party planning they are getting to know each other. Flirting, touching and laughing together. It’s obvious they are attracted to each other and they can’t ignore the chemistry. A perfectly placed Mistletoe sets the sparks on fire and they can’t deny they are falling for each other. They are both on a relationship hiatus, he’s moving soon and he’s still her brother’s business partner. But does any of that matter when it comes to Christmas, chemistry and love? This story is so fantastic. It’s filled with cheer, sexiness, fun and love. I think Lauren needs to write more holiday romances!
Life has a way of changing our plans beyond our control. Take Vaughn for instance. He is about to more to Florida to handle the expansion of their company to that state. Only six weeks to go, his condo in Manhattan is up for sale and he has already purchased a condo in Florida. As a favor to his partner, he has taken over the coordination of the company’s Christmas party and the event planner. Little did he know his life was about to change more than he expected.
When his partner Josh introduced him to his sister Quinn, Vaughn knew he was in trouble. After a year of celibacy and avoiding relationships, his heart could not stop racing. This woman was special! Quinn was the vivacious event planner in charge of the Christmas party. It only took that first meeting to convince them both there was more to the attraction they both felt than just hormones.
Would you be smart enough to decide the rest of your life after meeting someone and falling in love? Would you uproot all your plans? This is that love affair that comes just in time… by special delivery!
I am voluntarily reviewing this book. Thanks to the author for sharing a copy with me.
What a great way to get in the mood for Holiday Season!
Vaughn and Quinn’s story is one you can’t help but love. It’s sweet, fun, and of course it doesn’t miss those spicy moments. I love how real these characters were. Their banter had me smiling all the way through the end I didn’t want to reach. I also loved how open they were in regards of what they were feeling at the moment, they were quick to voice their concerns or emotions and that, in a way, made me feel that their connection ran much deeper than normal standards.
A fun and heartfelt holiday read.
I’ve been a fan of Lauren’s writing forever and whether it’s a full length book or a Christmas novella like “Special Delivery” I know I’m going to love watching her characters fall in love. Both Quinn and Vaughn have been hurt before and have sworn off dating but from the minute they’re introduced to each other their chemistry is off the charts. My only regret is that this fun, flirty and deliciously naughty story ended much too soon because I would have loved to spend more time in the company of these delightful characters.
I can’t tell you enough how much I loved Quinn and Vaughn’s story in Special Delivery. The chemistry was immediate and unavoidable with everything they had in common. If you like insta love romance, and want a hot and sweet holiday story that will put a smile on your face and make you feel good, then Lauren Blakely has delivered just what you’ve asked for! Her Always Satisfied Series is one of my favorites, and this book has just made it even more so!
Christmas is one of my favorite holidays and I love reading holiday romance novels. When I saw that Lauren Blakely was writing her first ever holiday romance book it was a no brainer that I needed to read. I loved Vaughn and Quinn right off the bat. They had instant chemistry and I loved their banter and teasing. The sexy times were hot and I won’t be able to think about sugar plums without blushing. This was a well written, sweet, sexy holiday novel that will definitely leave you in the holiday spirit.
Funny, sweet, flirty and sexy Special Delivery was just the delightful read I needed to brighten up my rainy, dreary day and get me into the holiday spirit.
Vaughn and Quinn were both characters introduced previously in this series whose stories I eagerly anticipated. I adored Vaughn and his sweet, charming and absolutely swoonworthy personality. Quinn was quite the charmer herself and I enjoyed her need to stick to the plan and focus on business. Of course life sometimes throws a curveball and changes plans for the better. I loved how neither expected the immediate connection or fiery chemistry they soon couldn’t deny.
Vaughn and Quinn’s story had such an amazing, feel good feel to it I smiled and laughed the whole book through. This sweet, fiery and quite festive holiday romance was indeed a Special Delivery that warmed my heart and left me wanting to put on some Bing Crosby tunes while curling up with a mug of hot chocolate.
Special Delivery is the perfect holiday romance!! It’s sweet and spicy and so delicious! I love Christmas and this novella really kicks off the season in the best way possible!
Again, we met an amazing character from a previous book and I literally giggled during that scene! I love love love how Lauren incorporates her past and present books flawlessly!!
Now I feel like I need to make some hot cocoa and read it again! You should too!!
I received an ARC of this book and am willingly giving my honest review! 🙂
Lauren Blakely does it again! She’s such an amazing author and has produced another story that had me captivated from the beginning! Vaughan and Quinn had so much chemistry between them, it was hard to put this book down.
This was a fast paced, quick, sweet, sexy Christmas story that I will definitely go back and re-read.
“Deck the halls with my greatest temptation, and fuck me sideways with a nutcracker. Fa-la-la-la-la.”
Vaughn Channing may be all about his new business plan, pledging to stay on a healthy diet of work, work, and more work, but that all changes when Quinn Summers enters his life, not only testing his resolve when it comes to his relationship-free lifestyle, but every single guideline he’s chosen to live by because ‘spoiler-alert’…Quinn is the best Christmas present Vaughn never knew he wanted and needed!
There’s nothing like a sweet and sexy romantic comedy from Lauren Blakely to get readers into the holiday spirit, and her newest release, Special Delivery, is full of Christmas joy, mistletoe makeouts, and some very special Christmas presents and surprises under the tree.
4 Poison Apples