A sexy new standalone romance from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Lauren Blakely that’ll make you swoon…At first glance, stripping naked at my ex-girlfriend’s place of work might not seem like the brightest way to win her heart again. But trust me on this count—she always liked me best without any clothes on. And sometimes you have to play to your strengths when you’re fighting an uphill … fighting an uphill battle. As a lawyer, I know how to fight, and I’m prepared to fight hard for her. Because sometimes you need a second chance at first love.
He’s the one who got away . . .
The nerve of Tyler Nichols to reappear like that at my job, showing off his rock-hard body that drove me wild far too many nights. That man with his knowing grin and mischievous eyes is nothing but a cocky jerk to saunter back into my life. Except, what if he’s not . . .? I’ve tried like hell to forget him, but maybe I’m cursed to remember the guy I fell madly in love with eight years ago. Lord knows I’m not over him, so what’s the harm in giving him a week to prove he’s changed in the ways that matter?
After all, how do you resist the hot one . . .?
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Loved Tyler & Delaney’s story! 2nd chance romance is a fave. And since he fudged their first chance up, it was sweet to see what he did to win her back. He had to brave her girl friends and he managed to survive. Sweet, steamy, and wonderful. Love the audio. Definitely a worthwhile listen.
He was the one who got away…or more accurately, stomped on her heart and ghosted. Tyler did a number on her and then left. Nothing, not even a passing by, drunk dial, or mention through friends for 8 long years until a chance sighting at Central Park.
In Tyler’s mind, this vlast from the fast is exactly what he needs. A chance to right a wrong and to win back the ONE. Poor Tyler, Delaney isn’t the type to let him breeze back in.
These former besties turned lovers are getting a crash course in second chances, over the top gestures, and what love truly means.
Its a hot, swoon fest of romance. The Hot One is without a doubt a feel good, floating on clouds, heart eyed emoji of aural pleasure. With Zachary Webber dirty talking and Andi Arndt cooing, its impossible not to fall in love. I guarantee it or my name is Cat Crazy Pants.
Letting “The One” go and seeing them again there will always be mixed emotions. Tyler runs into Delaney and embarks on a fantastically beautiful, adorable, and heartfelt journey to prove that he truly regrets letting her go. And hopefully winning her heart back. I absolutely adored this charming book. You can never go wrong with a Lauren Blakely story.
Lauren has done it once again! She has given us a swoon-worthy and sexy as sin Blakely Man. She has also given us a smart, sexy, sassy and shoe loving independent woman. The Hot One can be read as a standalone but in Lauren fashion, there is a connection to past characters. Tyler is Clay Nichols’ cousin and has been seen throughout her books, most recently The Sexy One. I first met Delaney in The Only One as Penny’s best friend. I love how Lauren connects her characters even in small ways. It’s fun to see one of them, even for one second. It always makes me connect to them even more. Anyway…this is Tyler and Delaney’s story and it’s a hot one…
Eight years. It’s been eight years since she saw the man she loved more than sprinkles. He was also the only man to break her heart. He was also the only man who can get her off when she is alone. Yes. He was that amazing. Damn him and his magical cock and enchanting tongue. And now, seeing him again, she needs to forget him. She needs to move on. But Tyler has other plans. And he is one determined son-of-a-bitch.
Tyler never forgot the girl that he walked away from. He was a young soon-to-be law student that let the only girl he ever loved go. He broke her heart and it broke him to do it but felt it was the right thing to do. At the time. The moment that he locks eyes with her again, he wants a second chance. Even if it’s just drinks. But she doesn’t want to see again so he does something that forces her to see him. To see that he is vulnerable. That she is what he wants. And he won’t go down without a fight. He is a lawyer after all…he knows how to fight for what he wants even if it’s the biggest risk of his life. Can Tyler prove to her that he is worth a second chance?
I loved every fucking minute of this story! I fell for Tyler instantly. I mean, how could I not when he is spending time with his niece in a park. I might even have a girl crush on Delaney. She is pretty epic and can give healing massages. Together, they are very hot but it’s more than that. It’s about letting go of the past and discovering who the other is now. To fall all over again. Not just physically but emotionally as well. And this makes the book even hotter in my eyes…the build-up. The anticipation. The heat.
Overall…I loved it more than Oreos. If you knew me, that is saying something. It’s full of heart, swoon, and sin. I laughed, cried, and got all kinds of hot and bothered. It was a perfect escape.
P.S Hiccups suck but sometimes needed.
Quotes:
We were the night sky and the stars, loud thunder and crackling lightning, a Stratocaster and a kickass amp.
“Got it. I’m at the plate. I need to swing for the fences.”
He laughs and shakes his head. “Sorry, man. You don’t even have a ticket to the game now. You’re wandering around the parking lot, begging scalpers, and even they won’t sell to you.
“Now what?” he asks, challenging me.
“Now, I’m going to show you that I remember everything you taught me.”
I listened to the Audiobook. I was very surprised. This book did nothing for me. I felt no connection to Tyler or Delaney. I didn’t feel any chemistry between the two of them.
The narrators were fine. I have listened to them narrate other books and they have brought emotion, sexual tension, humor, etc. to the story. Zachary Weber and Andi Arndt have narrated books that have kept me completely entertained.
I know this is kind of nitpicky, but even in the description, Tyler’s entire name was mentioned, and Delaney was not named at all. What’s up with that? But, that’s just me.
This book was boring. The fact that he dumped her with no explanation was crappy. The fact that she felt like she had been keeping something from Tyler was dumb. Was what her father said really going to make a big difference since Tyler had dumped her anyway?
This is one book that didn’t do it for me, but I would still recommend you read it and judge for yourself. It sounded like it would have been a good second chance romance. Luckily, I listened via my Audible Escape subscription.
Fun and sexy
There’s something so satisfying about a guy that let THE ONE slip through his fingers, and then tries to win her back. This audio book was perfect!
Really nice second chance romance. Fairly well edited.
Tyler and Delaney were a couple in love back in the day. Unfortunately, ambition and bad advice got the best of Tyler and he walked away from his true love. Years later, Tyler catches sight of Delaney in Central Park. What are the odds? That brief encounter turns Tyler’s world upside down. Finding Delaney, getting her forgiveness, and maybe, just maybe rekindling their relationship is all he can think about. In true Tyler fashion, he sets his eye on his goal and leaps. Delaney has taken a different path in life since their college days. She is now running her own therapy/massage business. Is she really willing to take a chance on letting Tyler back into her life? When Tyler bares everything – including his soul – she takes a baby step forward. Is one step enough, or will they start down the path to forever?
This is a delightful, easy, happy, light read. Curl up for the afternoon and enjoy!
As second chances go, this was a good one. Both seemed to be ready for that second chance, though I’m not to sure I would have been as open as Delaney was.
Can we talk about how hot the narration was? I mean all the voices, from the accent, to the niece, to the hot damn good sexy times.
I need a man with a tongue like Tyler’s please.
5 ‘Go Big or Go Home’ Stars!
This sweet, sexy and emotional second chance romance captured my heart from the very beginning. I couldn’t wait for Tyler Nichols story after having a glimpse of his regret for ‘the one that got away’ in a previous book. Successful Entertainment lawyer, Tyler Nichols, is smart, cocky, and focused. It is that focus that caused him to make a decision he has lamented since college. He and Delaney Stewart had fallen madly and passionately in love in college. They could talk, study, joke and make love continually. He cherished her, but when he took some advice from a respected professor, he left her behind with a broken heart. He has never forgotten her. The only female he has fallen for since is his adorable niece, Carly, who’s innocent and truthful comments are delightful. It is on one of their outings that Tyler sees Delaney again and is determined to reconnect and win her back.
Delaney’s life took a totally different direction after that fateful and heartbreaking event in college. She now has her own massage business and loves to help people. She isn’t about to open herself up to the man who left her behind even if he still stars in all her naughty thoughts. But Tyler is determined to show her that he is not the same man he once was and is worthy of her trust and love. As they spend time together they fall back into their easy rapport. They laugh, tease and discover the people they are today. Tyler loves that Delaney is beautiful inside and out and despite their smoking hot chemistry, she still doesn’t open easily. Will Tyler’s impatient, tenacious, and big grand gestures win her over or will cutting corners to earn her trust backfire on him?
Ms Blakely is brilliant at creating sexy, intelligent, clever adult characters who tackle life head on. It might not always go smoothly but it always feels genuine and honest. I love Tyler and Delaney together, their banter was witty and they felt like two halves of a whole, completing each other. I really enjoyed catching up with many of the friends and family in the Blakely world, especially Clay, and his adorable daughter Carly. I especially love the sweet and romantic epilogues! If you are looking for a heartfelt, funny, sexy romance you will absolutely love this book!
5 stars
I purchased The Hot One: A OneLove Romance book 3 by Lauren Blakely and this review was given freely.
Simon’s best friend and Lawyer Tyler is featured in this steamy full length novel where he literally bares all in his all out campaign to rebuild a relationship with massage therapist Delaney. This is a steamy and at times humorous full length novel which contains another cute little girl, a thoughtful,persistent but slightly clueless male, unrequited love, and good friends which link The Hot One together with many of Lauren Blakely’s books.
Blakely rocks and this book is no exception!
Only an OK read! The writing felt rushed and underdeveloped and all sooo rote. It was lacking in to many areas for me to give more than 3 when I actually wanted to only give it a 2.
A simple yet steamy second chance love story with realistic dialogue and characters.
Good page turner!!
Love Lauren Blakely… she writes some great books. I felt like this one was missing something though… couldn’t really say what. I liked the characters and enjoyed it, but it wasn’t my favorite. Seemed like there was no hurdle for them to get over. Not my favorite of hers, but still very enjoyable
Good reading!
This was just so fun and sweet and swoony. I love Lauren Blakely’s style, she always pulls me in. The Hot One was another fantastic read!
A great second chance romance! A dash of angst, a cup full of sexy, mixed with flirty banter equals a story with great chemistry. Another hit by Lauren Blakely.
Tyler and Delaney had been dating in college and were both career and goal focused. One day Tyler calls it off and they had no contact for the next eight years. They meet at the park and as they say old habits die hard.
Tyler has always regretted the way he treated Delaney. Now that he has a second chance he won’t let her get away. I’m happy that Tyler was man enough to admit his mistakes and do what it took to get his woman back. The massage parlor part was one of the hottest, funniest and sweetest scenes I’ve read in a long time. After that part Tyler had me hook,line and sinker.
Delaney has been burned twice by two men that she loved the most, one being her father and one being Tyler. With that being said she has abandonment and trust issues. Delaney was very guarded when Tyler came back into the picture. I liked that she was cautious and made Tyler earn her trust again. Delaney acted the same way I would have in her shoes. It’s nice to have characters that you can relate to. Throughout the story Delaney gets some much needed closure and also grows as a person.
I liked that the both of these characters were willing to look deep within themselves so they could make this relationship work the second time around. They both realized they each played a part in their initial demise. Seeing two characters grow throughout a book is another favorite thing of mine.
Lauren Blakely is an author I’ve heard great things about but I’ve never read before until now. I really enjoyed this story. This is how you write a romantic comedy novel! I found myself laughing several times throughout this book. I finished this book in one sitting because the story and writing just flowed and sucked me right in! What I also loved about this book was that it was a second chance romance. Those are my favorites when done correctly and Lauren Blakely knocked it out of the park! I will definitely be checking out more books from this author!
My second favorite Lauren Blakely book after Mister O.