I agreed to be their surrogate; to give my friends the one thing they couldn’t do on their own. The choice was easy. What followed was not. I fell in love with them along the way, but they can’t give me what I want most- their love. The connection between them is undeniable. How could I possibly come between them? The truth is that I can’t. Now, I’m pregnant and alone when all I’ve ever wanted is … alone when all I’ve ever wanted is someone to love me, wholly and unconditionally.
I thought they were it, the Ones, but I was wrong.
My name is River Ashley Bennett and better plans are in store for me.
I just don’t know what they are yet.
We’re broken.
Shells of the men we once were.
Our love has never been stronger, but we’re missing the one thing we want above all else- a woman between us.
We gave up our dream when we were left unexpectedly by a woman in our past.
We want it back.
We didn’t realize how much until she fell into our laps.
We have a chance to redeem ourselves; to feel complete in a way we never imagined.
There’s only one problem.
She’s pregnant with our best friend’s child.
Can our desire and dreams withstand the time and trials we’ll have to endure to make her ours? Or will we be left on the outside looking in?
We want her.
We need her.
We are Keenan and Bodie Carmikael and we will stop at nothing to make her ours.
Forever.
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It has been a while since Zoey Derrick released a book and she is back with a vengeance and oh boy is this one fantastic. It is the first in the Serendipity Trilogy and it will make you feel all the feels and leave you wanting more.
If you have read Zoey’s other books with Caden and Aryn, then you know Ashley/River somewhat. Well, this is her story and it is a humdinger.
With some of the characters from the 69 Bottles series, Love’s Wings and Bold Security, it turns into a big reunion at one point and a party at another. I have missed these people and love reading about them all.
I am not going to spoil any of this story for you, just to say to read it. I think you can read it as a stand-alone series without reading any of the others but you would be missing a wonderful world of characters that you will fall in love with.
So get this book, a comfy place to sit, something to drink and just read it. You will love it, at least I hope you do. I loved it and can’t wait for more.
**I voluntarily reviewed an advanced complimentary copy of this book**
Yay – a new Zoey Derrick book. I’ve really missed Zoey’s words and this book did not disappoint at all.
I have been patiently waiting for this book for months and Zoey Derrick delivered with Unexpected Desires. River, Bodie, and Keenan are an unexpected pairing that made me fall in love from the first pages. Hot, naughty, and an amazing start to the new trilogy.
It was nice to revisit old friends from 69 bottles and the Bold World!
I can’t wait for the next book.
OMG!! ! Zoey did it again!!! ” SKITTLES”
August 12, 2019
Format: Kindle Edition
WOW!! Zoey is back and better than ever!! We get old friends from 69 Bottles and we get some new friends(characters). Ashley/River agrees to help her friends(a gay male couple) by being their surrogate, an easy decision until the hormones and emotions kick in, and add Keenan & Bodie with” SKITTLES”. This book doesn’t disappoint, full of emotion, erotic sex/ passion and and is book 1 in the trilogy. Please understand this books content includes triad relationships(M/M/F), BDSM ( D/s) and M/M relationships. Can’t wait for the next books release!!!
Unexpected Desires is book one in the Serendipity Trilogy……no one does this genre like Zoe and she is BACK! Unexpected Desires features both BDSM and a full time ménage relationships. Ashley/ River, Kennan and Bodie story is well written and will make you want more!
I’m a big fan of Zoey Derrick! I’ve read the 69 Bottles series multiple times.
Unexpected Desires is the first book in her new Serendipity Trilogy series. This book continued the story of characters from previous series.
The writing style was seamless and didn’t make me feel like I was reading a new story from a new author. Ashley’s situation has the love and support of her friends to help her through an emotional situation.
While I want to know more of what happens – the cliffhanger didn’t leave me angry that I don’t know what happens. Book 2 will be out soon!
I am ecstatic that Zoey is back writing again! I absolutely love everything that she writes! Unexpected Desires is the first book in her Serendipity series. This book contains characters from her previous books but can be read as a standalone though I recommend reading every book she has written.
Ashley has been good friends with Aryn and Caden for quite awhile. She would love to have more of a relationship but knows that they aren’t interested in that. She loves them so much though that is willing to make the ultimate sacrifice and carry a baby for them. She picks up her life and moves to California to live with them. She is smitten when she meets some of Caden’s best friends who also live the lifestyle. She really hopes that maybe they will want her in their lives.
Bodie and Keenan have been together for years. They have a deep love for each other but when they first see Ashley sparks fly. They had a woman involved with them years ago but due to how things ended they are scared to try again. After spending some time with her they decide to give a try and quickly fall in love with her. Will these three be able to keep up a relationship when Ashley is carrying their best friends child?
I loved the connection between Ashley, Keenan, and Bodie. This book me on quite an emotional rollercoaster and I loved it. It was great catching up with the characters from Zoey’s previous books. I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book!
Unexpected Desires – The Serendipity Trilogy – Zoey Derrick
Welcome back Zoey Derrick.
An absolutely wonderful reintroduction to the book world for this Author that I’ve followed for a long time.
Unexpected Desires is the first book in her new Serendipity Trilogy series and reacquainted us with characters from previous series.
Captivated but this story from chapter one, it was wonderful to fall back into characters that branded themselves on my heart and have stayed there. Ashley’s situation places her in emotional turmoil but throughout the story, the love and support of the entire friends group is what brings her through.
A beat I fully crafted story, exploring the MFM relationship as well as the lifestyle but ultimately, an emotion filled story of love, friendship and compassion.
Though ending on a cliffhanger, the knowledge that the next book is only a short wait away is definitely a small compensation.
Welcome back Zoey. It’s great to have you back.
4.5 stars for – Unexpected Desires – book one in The Serendipity Trilogy by Zoey Derrick. This book is part of the Bold World series of books and features characters that we know and love (Talon/Addie/Kyle – from 69 Bottles just to name a few). Long time fans of this author like myself will recognize many familiar faces from her previous books but that’s where the similarities end. Zoey dug deep with this triad and wrote material that was original and difficult for any couple to overcome let alone a triad and it floors me to think we have two more books to go. I have a feeling Ms. Derrick is going to shred our emotions and piece us back together bit by tiny bit before all is said and done.
As with most books by this author elements of BDSM play some part in the story. This gem features both BDSM and a full time ménage relationship with lots of man on man loving therefore I urge you to go in with an open mind and devour it whole like I did.
The heat coming off these pages is next level and it certainly leaves you wanting more. I am so glad Zoey is back writing since this book was everything I wanted and more! I can’t recommend it highly enough.
I just have to say – Zoey Derrick is BACK with a vengeance! This first book of the Serendipity Trilogy is absolutely Derrick-licious!
We get to see old friends from 69 Bottles; meet new characters that grab us from the very beginning; open our hearts to love that melts your soul…. I am so very, very happy that I get to lose myself in the worlds of Zoey again. I absolutely love Book One and I can’t wait to read more.
The emotions, the words, the feels, the depth, it’s all there in the amazing words Zoey pens. Her characters are like old friends who have been on vacation and are finally back home to regale us with their lives, loves, and journeys.
Thank you for coming home again – we’ve missed y’all!
Love the characters and just need more
Wow what a read this was! And I can not wait for more! I haven’t read to many mmf books, maybe a scene here or there, but definitely not a whole relationship regarding mmf. But I don’t know why I haven’t, this book has totally changed my mind towards those books. I might have to seek out more. This book was melt the ereader kind of read HOT af, and I totally loved every page.
I received a ARC in return for a honest review. And of course, it did not disappoint. Amazing read!!!! Everything about Zoey’s writing is a page-turner! Her books suck you in, and make you feel all the emotions, love, trust, and pure steam!!!!! This book is no exception of all of her previous books! This new series is going to be awesome. This is a must read!!!!
I am so completely happy that Zoey Derrick has returned to the writing world with her new series. The first book in the series, Unexpected Desires brings the readers back to the larger world of The Bold Universe but let me say that this book can most definitely be read as a standalone! Yes we get to see characters from previous books but their story along with Ash/River, Keenan, Bodie, Caden, and Aryn are so well written and told in a way that you are not left wondering anything.
So this book is an epic love story that will be told over three books, based on that this is The Serendipity Trilogy. Ms. Derrick has delivered this in depth reading experience so that you feel like you have just immersed yourself into their world. I loved every minute of the sweet, the sexy, the steamy, and the tearful parts from beginning to end. Not one moment did I feel like this author rushed the story to just finish. This story was told as it needed to be told, and I cannot wait for the next books. Everyone needs their own Keenan and Bodie to just wrap them up and love on them.
I was given an arc by the author in exchange for my honest review.
First of all, I have been an old-time fan of Zoey and been following her work since she started writing the 69 Bottles saga and, of course, I fell in love with everybody. So this book is going to seem like a continuation of this universe to somebody who has already read the 69 Bottles saga. Though this trilogy isn’t directly connected to the 69 Bottles saga I recommend starting with those if you want to intensify your experience.
Now to the book itself. It’s hot but emotional too, like Zoey’s readers are used to expect from her. I believe it is one of her best books yet.
69 Bottles 2.0 IS HERE PEOPLE
So loved this!! I haven’t read a book by Zoey in awhile and I wasn’t disappointed in the least! Hot hot hot!! It will definitely get you all bothered. Getting to know the relationship between Raine, Brodie and Keenan. It was a great journey. . Raine has decided to be a surrogate for a couple and in the beginning struggles with her feelings. When she meets Brodie and Keenan its an instant attraction. They feel it also. They have a past they have to deal with. This book is a trilogy. I can’t wait to see where this goes. What a wonderful ride. This book continues the journey from her other books. Its great to see the other characters from those books and “check-in” with them. I loved that part too. You don’t have to read those books but why not???? They were great and only add to the experience!! Enjoy!
It’s been a while since I read anything by this author so I was super excited to read her new series. I wasn’t disappointed.
This is book one of The Serendipity Trilogy. We get to read of characters we’ve met before and also get some new characters. The chemistry is so hot.
If you like MMF then you’ll love this story. The characters are likeable and I loved the storyline.
Zoey Derrick is back and this book was so worth waiting for. Thankfully after that ending book two is waiting for me to jump into.