The Baby Maker (The Hunter Brothers Book 1)
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★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
maarten
This storyline was so intriguing & I was excited to read this book. It was funny, sweet, steamy & absolutely the perfect swoony man! I fell in love with Dylan. The writing was spot on to make every woman falling in love with him. I enjoyed the age difference between these 2 & the funny crazy relationship they had. It was borderline insta love, with maybe too much of the lovey dovey story, but still a good read. Emma was a strong independent woman & her sassy, fun, outspoken personality made a great addition to these characters. This family is going to be a fun read!
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
bertie
With a title like the Baby Maker, who can resist, right? I have been looking forward to checking out this new-to-me author and popped my Lili Valente cherry with this one.
I wasn't quite sure how everything was going to play out between Hunter and Emma. I found myself shaking my head at their deal after seeing how off the charts their chemistry was. How could this deal really work? I loved getting a birds eye view of their off the charts chemistry and super hot sexy times. This book takes a twist I sort of saw coming but is a way that was so much more than I had imagined.
So, take a chance and download this book and find out how Hunter and Emma's story plays out. Will she get pregnant, will they fall in love or will they walk away at the end of their deal? You will have to checkout this book and find out.
I wasn't quite sure how everything was going to play out between Hunter and Emma. I found myself shaking my head at their deal after seeing how off the charts their chemistry was. How could this deal really work? I loved getting a birds eye view of their off the charts chemistry and super hot sexy times. This book takes a twist I sort of saw coming but is a way that was so much more than I had imagined.
So, take a chance and download this book and find out how Hunter and Emma's story plays out. Will she get pregnant, will they fall in love or will they walk away at the end of their deal? You will have to checkout this book and find out.
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greg novick
Dylan finds himself the Hunter man that has to keep the family in line. He has helped to save the family business even though not in the way his father wanted, he watches after his brother's kids, has life goals of his own and still working to make his father happy. Only one problem...the petite, gorgeous neighbor that's become a thorn in his side. He wants her land and he just found out she wants him...for carnal and parental needs. Both give up something that is valuable in exchange for something they both desperately desire.
Is the exchange even, is it worth what must be surrendered?
Dylan is an incredible man. Selfless to his family's needs. Emma is a complete sweetheart that you root for to win.
Sweet love story with a dose of reality.
Is the exchange even, is it worth what must be surrendered?
Dylan is an incredible man. Selfless to his family's needs. Emma is a complete sweetheart that you root for to win.
Sweet love story with a dose of reality.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
alicia vogelsang
Single, independent Emma wants a baby. She doesn’t necessarily want the man that goes with having a baby so when she hears just how virile the Hunter men are, she has the brilliant idea of coming to an agreement with Dylan Hunter. She just needs to convince him that their agreement could benefit them both.
This was such a fun read. The banter between Dylan and Emma is brilliant and both characters are really easy to like. Dylan is a sweetheart and if the other Hunter men are like him, than I definitely need to read their stories.
This was such a fun read. The banter between Dylan and Emma is brilliant and both characters are really easy to like. Dylan is a sweetheart and if the other Hunter men are like him, than I definitely need to read their stories.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
lucien
Good rom-com with strong leads and very likeable supporting characters. At the beginning Emma and Dylan don't really know each other and neither has the best opinion of the other. But when Emma overhears something about Dylan that can help her have the baby she desires, she makes him an offer that he ultimately cannot refuse. Of course things don't go exactly as they both expected, and they both end up wanting more than what they originally agreed to. I enjoyed their journey as they discover each other in between fun, sexy and emotional moments. I liked the epilogue about Dylan's brother and Emma's sister, I'm really curious to see what happens!
4.5 stars
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book. I was not compensated for this review, all conclusions are my own.
4.5 stars
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book. I was not compensated for this review, all conclusions are my own.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
rajiv popat
After reading the blurb, and knowing Lili Valente's style, The Baby Maker was just what I suspected. It's a sweet, yet spicy read that keeps you entertaining for hours.
Dylan and Emma both have dreams. While Dylan wants to expand his property, Emma wants a family. Specifically a baby. So when both have what the other needs, coming to an agreement maybe a lot harder than they think.
I loved The Baby Maker, from start to finish. Not just because "baby tropes" are my favorite, but because this story was a fun read. It's really hard not fall in love with their banter and sexual chemistry. Despite knowing how the story "will end", how they get there is what makes this story worth the read.
I strongly recommend you add this book to your must reads.
Dylan and Emma both have dreams. While Dylan wants to expand his property, Emma wants a family. Specifically a baby. So when both have what the other needs, coming to an agreement maybe a lot harder than they think.
I loved The Baby Maker, from start to finish. Not just because "baby tropes" are my favorite, but because this story was a fun read. It's really hard not fall in love with their banter and sexual chemistry. Despite knowing how the story "will end", how they get there is what makes this story worth the read.
I strongly recommend you add this book to your must reads.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
jordan adams
A Review of The Baby Maker by Lili Valente
Emma and Dylan - 5+++++ Stars
Oh. My. Goodness! I absolutely LOVED this story and the chemistry between Dylan and Emma. There are soooo many things I would like to touch on, but that would be posting spoilers and I really don't want to do that. You really need to buy this book and read the story for yourself. For someone that is determined to live his own life and never inflict fatherhood on his life, Dylan has the heart and soul of someone that would be the best type of parent a kid could ever want. There are lots of laughs and fun throughout this book.
**Honest review voluntarily provided from a Complimentary Copy**
Emma and Dylan - 5+++++ Stars
Oh. My. Goodness! I absolutely LOVED this story and the chemistry between Dylan and Emma. There are soooo many things I would like to touch on, but that would be posting spoilers and I really don't want to do that. You really need to buy this book and read the story for yourself. For someone that is determined to live his own life and never inflict fatherhood on his life, Dylan has the heart and soul of someone that would be the best type of parent a kid could ever want. There are lots of laughs and fun throughout this book.
**Honest review voluntarily provided from a Complimentary Copy**
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
tony peterson
Loved this story!!
Hunter men have a reputation for knocking women up. The saying goes you could get pregnant by one of them just by shaking hands. That's enough to frighten Emma...in a way. Her property is next to his and he wants 3 acres that's between them to grow grapes for his dad. But, she's going after the property as well. Who'll win?
She has a proposition for him and it involves babies. Will he accept the challenge or tuck his tail and run?
Such a great story!! Loved the scenario and the characters were quite amusing!!
Hunter men have a reputation for knocking women up. The saying goes you could get pregnant by one of them just by shaking hands. That's enough to frighten Emma...in a way. Her property is next to his and he wants 3 acres that's between them to grow grapes for his dad. But, she's going after the property as well. Who'll win?
She has a proposition for him and it involves babies. Will he accept the challenge or tuck his tail and run?
Such a great story!! Loved the scenario and the characters were quite amusing!!
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
leah gaye
Lili Valente weaves magic with the books she writes. I'm always hooked and this book was no different. This was the perfect read to get me in a fun happy mood. I laughed quite often. I can tell you I already love the men in Dylan's family. I couldn't get enough of Dylan and Emma. They were just too adorable on the down low. They have a ton of chemistry that burns up the pages. I can't tell you how much I loved the end of this book. My heart was happy sighing. I also enjoyed the set up for the next book. I'm going to eagerly awaiting for it.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
rinaldo
The Baby Maker by Lili Valente was a highly engaging read!
Emma and Dylan are two characters who certainly bring the heat. When they are together fireworks go off, explosions take place, and pulses race. They have this unbelievable attraction and pull towards one another, that is simply indescribable. They make you want to have the relationship they do.
If you are in the mood for a read that will definitely make you melt, this is the perfect novel for you.
4/5 Stars!
Emma and Dylan are two characters who certainly bring the heat. When they are together fireworks go off, explosions take place, and pulses race. They have this unbelievable attraction and pull towards one another, that is simply indescribable. They make you want to have the relationship they do.
If you are in the mood for a read that will definitely make you melt, this is the perfect novel for you.
4/5 Stars!
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
jennifer banker
Lili Valente has brought her usual brilliant blend of humour, emotions and heart warming happy-endings to this book. I loved every page in this book. It brought brilliant banter and some hot and sexy times. This book had me laughing out loud The characters Emma and Dylan were brilliant. They were both characters you instantly love, but I have to admit I swooned over Dylan quite a bit.
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roman
Dylan and Emma relationship started as enemies in hostile territory then went right to sex. I'm sure a good relationship doesn't start with sex but theirs did and the just grew from there in all the right ways.
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
alishya burrell
I expected this release to be a little smuttier, but was disappointed. It started strong, introducing characters and an amusing, electrifying enemies-to-lovers theme, but this sadly went downhill after about the halfway mark. It felt rushed, and although the whole concept of the novel could have been used to add a dash of 'breeding' erotica, I found the sex scenes uninspiring.
This was a novel where the conflict felt forced, rather than organic, with characters falling into the typical trap of hiding things from one another which would otherwise have led to easy resolution.
I was hoping for more development and more emotional involvement—and at the very least, more erotica, which is what this book was marketed as.
This was a novel where the conflict felt forced, rather than organic, with characters falling into the typical trap of hiding things from one another which would otherwise have led to easy resolution.
I was hoping for more development and more emotional involvement—and at the very least, more erotica, which is what this book was marketed as.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
lindell van der walt
Really good book. The only thing I would have liked is if the ending wasn't do rushed. It was like surprise. Its time. The end. Besides that though I really enjoyed this book. I liked the connection between the characters and the characters themselves. Plus the ending was cute. Overall a really enjoyable book.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
ariel sara
You can never go wrong with a Lili Valente story. This book was funny, romantic, entertaining, intriguing and beautifully written. Dylan and Emma have amazing chemistry that’s so steamy, fun but also sweet. They developed a wonderful friendship. There were some ups and downs or should I say some doubts but because of that amazing friendship they were able to grow together.
Ms. Valente sure does know how to write a story that puts a smile on your face and warmth in your heart.
Highly recommend
Ms. Valente sure does know how to write a story that puts a smile on your face and warmth in your heart.
Highly recommend
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
sanjiv goorappa
OMG I loved this book loved the whole story between Emma and Dylan and how she asked Dylan to get her pregnant and then how the fell in love with each other and the trials and tribulation that the went threw and then in the end they had a baby girl and got married and had another child on the way so sweet they got together in the end and she got to keep her winery and he got to be a brewing beer Thanks for an amazing book and Lili is an amazing author
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
laura barnes
Absolutely love Emma & Dylan!! The narration was fantastic as it always is with Sebastian and Andi. Loved the story line and every direction this story went in. Just so good! Sweet, sexy, witty, flirty and 100% irresistible. Looking forward to Rafe's book!!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
roxy
This has definitely been my favorite book this year. YOU WILL WANT TO BUY THIS BOOK. Oh wow where to begin with this one. Lili did an outstanding job with The Baby Maker and giving not only the humor that makes a books so good as well as the burn you up hot sex that makes us all happy but there is so much more to this. The Hunter men are famous for their ability to produce babies. It is even rumored you could get pregnant by just talking to a Hunter man LOL so when Emma Haverford decides she is ready to become a mother and she doesn't have a husband she listens to small town gossip and decides Dylan Hunter is her man. Now to convince Dylan to give her this no strings attached gift. Dylan Hunter is knock dead gorgeous and the take charge man of the house of Hunter men of his family just trying to keep the business going. His father has 4 sons by 3 different women and Dylan was raised by his father since his mother abandoned him at a young age. He doesn't have time for a relationship as he is trying desperately to keep the family business going and also to make his own way in the world with his own ideas. He is a somewhat grouchy man and is currently upset that the neighbor next to him is selling his land but hasn't decided to sell to him. He is like a Grandson to Mr. Stroker and has always helped him when he needed it so he cannot believe he is even considering selling to the new hot as sin woman that has moved in next door. Emma has moved into wine country and bought an old farm that produces wine and she is looking to expand her land and wants to buy the neighbors land. He is leaning to sell to her as she has offered him more money than Dylan has so she is pretty sure she has it in the bag. She wants a baby worse than the land so she has decided she could convince Dylan to give her what she wants by letting him have what he wants which is the land. Dylan has other ideas. Get ready for such a great story. I received an early copy of this book to read and give my honest opinion. I LOVED IT! There is so much emotion in this book, I laughed, melted in a puddle of heat several times, and teared up as well from all the emotion going on. The characters are fun, sassy, loveable, and you get to know them and can visualize the scene as you are reading. It is a page turner so be prepared to not want to put it down and it was one I hated for it to end. I wanted the story to just continue and let me keep being part of Emma and Dylan's life. There are great supporting characters and Lili will give us a second book in a few months that sounds delicious as well. I strongly suggest you buy this book as it's beyond a 5 star. If I could give it 10 stars believe me I would.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
randi hansen
The Baby Maker was exactly what I wanted! Seriously! The blurb proposed such a wonderfully interesting story and it did not disappoint. Emma was everything I was hoping her character would be. Then you have Dylan, the hunk next door. Get me a fan ladies! This book has an agreement between sorta friends and a lot of fun in between the sheets. Hold on, this is bound to be a bumpy ride.
The plot of this story intrigued me from the moment I read the blurb. I mean I laughed reading the blurb which means the book has to be humorous right? Well I was right. This book has everything you want in a romantic comedy. You have a feisty female and a strong alpha male. You also have plenty of situations for them to cause a ruckus.
Emma is a hoot. I knew I liked her from the very first chapter I read from her point of view. She is kind and endearing, but she also has a bit of a feisty side to her. Add in her ginormous balls, and you have a girl I would die to be friends with. Then we have Dylan. He is a grumpy guy, but he is also sexy as sin. His main focus is on one thing, keeping his family together and making them proud. They each have something the other wants. Is this a match made in heaven or is it just meant to burn?
The chemistry in this book is off the charts. These two characters are very open and honest, which is refreshing. I also love how they know what they want and they each just go and get it. No backing down due to nerves. I love two strong people willing to stand up for what they believe. These characters were some of my favorites to read.
The writing style in this book is good. The pace is steady. The plot is believable. I really enjoyed how the author was able to make me feel like I was a part of the story. For example, I felt like I fell right down in the mud with Emma. Once you read, you will understand that part. My face heated with embarrassment for her. I cannot wait to read the next book.
Overall, I enjoyed this book. This book is the perfect light hearted book to read on a cold, rainy day. It has humor and romance, with just enough conflict to make one feel satisfied. What I love most is that there is a wealth of characters waiting for their very own happy ending. That means the possibilities with this series is limitless. I cannot wait to come back and see them again.
Ratings:
Plot: 5/5
Characters: 5/5
Heat: 5/5
Writing Style: 5/5
Overall: 5/5
The plot of this story intrigued me from the moment I read the blurb. I mean I laughed reading the blurb which means the book has to be humorous right? Well I was right. This book has everything you want in a romantic comedy. You have a feisty female and a strong alpha male. You also have plenty of situations for them to cause a ruckus.
Emma is a hoot. I knew I liked her from the very first chapter I read from her point of view. She is kind and endearing, but she also has a bit of a feisty side to her. Add in her ginormous balls, and you have a girl I would die to be friends with. Then we have Dylan. He is a grumpy guy, but he is also sexy as sin. His main focus is on one thing, keeping his family together and making them proud. They each have something the other wants. Is this a match made in heaven or is it just meant to burn?
The chemistry in this book is off the charts. These two characters are very open and honest, which is refreshing. I also love how they know what they want and they each just go and get it. No backing down due to nerves. I love two strong people willing to stand up for what they believe. These characters were some of my favorites to read.
The writing style in this book is good. The pace is steady. The plot is believable. I really enjoyed how the author was able to make me feel like I was a part of the story. For example, I felt like I fell right down in the mud with Emma. Once you read, you will understand that part. My face heated with embarrassment for her. I cannot wait to read the next book.
Overall, I enjoyed this book. This book is the perfect light hearted book to read on a cold, rainy day. It has humor and romance, with just enough conflict to make one feel satisfied. What I love most is that there is a wealth of characters waiting for their very own happy ending. That means the possibilities with this series is limitless. I cannot wait to come back and see them again.
Ratings:
Plot: 5/5
Characters: 5/5
Heat: 5/5
Writing Style: 5/5
Overall: 5/5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
sapna shah
No one writes contemporary romance quite like Lili Valente and this book is a perfect example of that.
Emma Haverford leaves behind the fast past life of Silicone Valley for a more laid back and relaxed lifestyle in wine country. She knew running her own vineyard would be hard work but that's what she needs to take her mind off of her failed engagement. What she didn't count on was her hotter than sin neighbor, who just happens to have a bone to pick with her.
Dylan Hunter has spent his whole life trying to take care of others and make sure that his family is looked after. His only interest is expanded his property so that he can open his own brewery and the one person standing in his way is Emma Haverford. It would be easy to hate her if she wasn't so sweet, innocent and god damn lovable. So when she comes to him with an offer that may give him the land he wants he has a hard time turning her down.
I loved everything about these two and watching them come together is heart warming. If you're in the mood for a feel good romance you will love this book. I voluntarily read and reviewed this book.
Emma Haverford leaves behind the fast past life of Silicone Valley for a more laid back and relaxed lifestyle in wine country. She knew running her own vineyard would be hard work but that's what she needs to take her mind off of her failed engagement. What she didn't count on was her hotter than sin neighbor, who just happens to have a bone to pick with her.
Dylan Hunter has spent his whole life trying to take care of others and make sure that his family is looked after. His only interest is expanded his property so that he can open his own brewery and the one person standing in his way is Emma Haverford. It would be easy to hate her if she wasn't so sweet, innocent and god damn lovable. So when she comes to him with an offer that may give him the land he wants he has a hard time turning her down.
I loved everything about these two and watching them come together is heart warming. If you're in the mood for a feel good romance you will love this book. I voluntarily read and reviewed this book.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
laura chamberlain
If this wasn't the sweetest, funniest, swoon worthy book. This story is well written and will have you smiling, giggling, sighing, worrying and grinning all the way to the end. Wanting a baby, Emma would do anything to have one, including making a deal with her hot neighbor Dylan to father her child and she will step away from the purchase of land he wanted to use to grow pumpkins. But as will all things romantic, things do not go as they plan when feelings begin to develop. Problem is, each doesn't know that the other feels the same about them.
The characters are well developed and so very likable. Emma is smart, beautiful and has a love for the winery that she is now running. She also has the biological clock ticking away and she really wants a baby. Dylan, well this is one hot farmer who is charming, sweet, a care taker of his family and anyone who needs help. When these two stop disliking each other, they are TNT waiting to explode. I loved these two and enjoyed reading their "adventures".
I highly recommend this book for all the romantics out there.
The characters are well developed and so very likable. Emma is smart, beautiful and has a love for the winery that she is now running. She also has the biological clock ticking away and she really wants a baby. Dylan, well this is one hot farmer who is charming, sweet, a care taker of his family and anyone who needs help. When these two stop disliking each other, they are TNT waiting to explode. I loved these two and enjoyed reading their "adventures".
I highly recommend this book for all the romantics out there.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
ivan labayne
Ohmygosh you guys. This book was an absolute delight! This is only the second book I've read by Ms. Valente, but if they all make me feel this giddy, she may have just gained a new superfan!
I adored Emma and Dylan. I connected with this story immediately - possibly because I saw a bit of myself in Emma (note: uh, not the asking a virtual stranger to knock me up part) - but I think because it's just written in such an engaging, honest way that it was impossible to not get sucked right into it.
This is a super short book, and I sometimes have trouble connecting when books are short because I feel like things move too quickly. Not the case here. It's a quick, easy read - but I loved these characters hard and was completely charmed by their easy banter, adorable budding relationship, and the sweetness that lives within both of these fabulous characters.
The Baby Maker is relatively low angst, packed with a fair share of steamy moments, and enough swoons that my heart is still fluttering over Dylan Hunter. Like I said, it was just a complete delight and I loved every minute! ~ Shelly, 4.5 Stars
***
Who's looking for a quick and dirty, super fun, swoon worthy romance? Look no further than The Baby Maker. I devoured Emma and Dylan's story in just a few hours and loved every second.
Dylan's the caretaker of his family--the peacemaker, the pleaser, the one that is relied upon to keep the farm and family afloat. He's all business with no time or interest in anything that looks like a relationship, until he meets Emma. Gorgeous, smart, sexy Emma. And then all bets are off.
Emma's making a new start. She's left behind an insanely busy and lucrative career to chase the dream she never knew she had--running her own vineyard. But she's also looking to achieve her dream of having a child, and she's set her eyes on Dylan to help make it happen. Three months of crazy monkey sex and then they'll part ways. Sounds easy, right?
Easy until the heart becomes involved. And what the heart wants the heart gets.
I loved watching Dylan and Emma fall in love--even though they were in deep denial. Their relationship was relatively effortless and low on angst. It was sexy, smart and satisfying! Adding in the antics of Dylan's brothers and The Baby Maker was just a perfect read for a cold Sunday morning. ~ Missy, 4.5 stars
I adored Emma and Dylan. I connected with this story immediately - possibly because I saw a bit of myself in Emma (note: uh, not the asking a virtual stranger to knock me up part) - but I think because it's just written in such an engaging, honest way that it was impossible to not get sucked right into it.
This is a super short book, and I sometimes have trouble connecting when books are short because I feel like things move too quickly. Not the case here. It's a quick, easy read - but I loved these characters hard and was completely charmed by their easy banter, adorable budding relationship, and the sweetness that lives within both of these fabulous characters.
The Baby Maker is relatively low angst, packed with a fair share of steamy moments, and enough swoons that my heart is still fluttering over Dylan Hunter. Like I said, it was just a complete delight and I loved every minute! ~ Shelly, 4.5 Stars
***
Who's looking for a quick and dirty, super fun, swoon worthy romance? Look no further than The Baby Maker. I devoured Emma and Dylan's story in just a few hours and loved every second.
Dylan's the caretaker of his family--the peacemaker, the pleaser, the one that is relied upon to keep the farm and family afloat. He's all business with no time or interest in anything that looks like a relationship, until he meets Emma. Gorgeous, smart, sexy Emma. And then all bets are off.
Emma's making a new start. She's left behind an insanely busy and lucrative career to chase the dream she never knew she had--running her own vineyard. But she's also looking to achieve her dream of having a child, and she's set her eyes on Dylan to help make it happen. Three months of crazy monkey sex and then they'll part ways. Sounds easy, right?
Easy until the heart becomes involved. And what the heart wants the heart gets.
I loved watching Dylan and Emma fall in love--even though they were in deep denial. Their relationship was relatively effortless and low on angst. It was sexy, smart and satisfying! Adding in the antics of Dylan's brothers and The Baby Maker was just a perfect read for a cold Sunday morning. ~ Missy, 4.5 stars
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
bipin
This book is hilarious! From neighbors on opposing sides of a land deal, to neighbors with a mutually beneficial arrangement, the chemistry between Dylan and Emma is outrageous! This book is HOT! There is no other way to put it.
Dylan is a man that spends his life making sure his family is taken care of, and has no room for anything else. Emma has a bad history with relationships, but has come to the decision that she can have what she desperately wants without the relationship. Throw in a little small town gossip, some moonlight, and a crazy agreement, and you have all the makings for some fun! Of course, things like this rarely go as you expect them to.
The chemistry and interaction between Dylan and Emma are fun, and mostly lighthearted. I enjoyed seeing what they built, and I can't wait for the next book in the series!
Dylan is a man that spends his life making sure his family is taken care of, and has no room for anything else. Emma has a bad history with relationships, but has come to the decision that she can have what she desperately wants without the relationship. Throw in a little small town gossip, some moonlight, and a crazy agreement, and you have all the makings for some fun! Of course, things like this rarely go as you expect them to.
The chemistry and interaction between Dylan and Emma are fun, and mostly lighthearted. I enjoyed seeing what they built, and I can't wait for the next book in the series!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
jessie marie
The Baby Maker is Lili Valente's newest sexy standalone. It's no secret how much I love Lili and her books. She always gives me what I want! Sexy, funny, silly characters who steal my heart. What's a strong, independent woman who wants a baby to do? Ask her sexy, farmer neighbor for a few months of fun. What can go wrong? Emma wants a baby and Dylan is the perfect specimen. Only thing is he can't stand her. Or so she thinks. When she gets up the courage to ask him, he doesn't instantly say yes. Dylan thinks Emma is hot as hell. But can he walk away from his own child? She's offering him the one thing he needs. Land to grow his business. But after one taste of Emma he can't walk away. And after the next time, it's even harder to walk away. How much harder will it be after a few months? I loved Dylan! I loved that he's a real man who doesn't have a hard time admitting how he feels. Telling Emma what he wants. Asking for more. It was a nice change of pace to watch the man chase the woman! Emma has her reasons and I love her for them. She's strong, smart and determined. But she's no match for sexy as sin Dylan and his sexy hair and dirty mouth. Together they have sizzling chemistry and hilarious banter!
I've been following Dylan's movements like a chocoholic tracking the last dark chocolate truffle at the party.
I've been following Dylan's movements like a chocoholic tracking the last dark chocolate truffle at the party.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
ming
Another magnificent book by Lili Valente! I absolutely love this author, and her books just suck me right in. I mean to the point where I'm dodging work just to read her books (kidding/not kidding). I have read all of her books, and I can't get over how they just get better and better. Ms. Valente really knows how to take a story and run with it. Her characters are very loveable and very believable. Dylan and Emma are by far one of my favorite characters. Their love story was one that was fast and all-consuming, and don't even get me started on the sex, lord all mighty was the sex steamy. *fans self*
As always I can't recommend this book enough. If you haven't read any books by this author, then shame on you because you are truly missing out, and well if you've read books by this author, then you don't want to miss out on this jewel.
As always I can't recommend this book enough. If you haven't read any books by this author, then shame on you because you are truly missing out, and well if you've read books by this author, then you don't want to miss out on this jewel.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
koehler
Emma and Dylan have this attraction, but also they have this BIG thing that puts them on opposite sides of the fence so to speak...the grape fence...LOL.
These two have the funniest banter and it make me chuckle on more then one occasion.
Emma asks Dylan for a pretty big ask and she kind of had to be brave and courageous. This was a cute story and I think that Dylan's family life had a lot to do with how he handled Emma's big ask.
Anywho...this is a must read.
These two have the funniest banter and it make me chuckle on more then one occasion.
Emma asks Dylan for a pretty big ask and she kind of had to be brave and courageous. This was a cute story and I think that Dylan's family life had a lot to do with how he handled Emma's big ask.
Anywho...this is a must read.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
linne
“So, is that how I make you feel, Blondie? Relaxed?”
“No, you don’t make me relaxed. You make me hungry. And wild. Maybe a little crazy.”
If there is one thing I have come to expect from Lili Valente, it’s a book that mixes humor with heart and happy-endings. A book in which laugh-out-loud moments flirt with silliness, sweetness and sexiness but always have a hint of something deeper. And that’s exactly what she delivers in The Baby Maker.
I loved every page of this book. Honestly, I can’t decide if I liked the initial biting banter more, or the playful banter that *ahem* came later. Just like I can’t decide if I liked the oh, so sexy times more than the sweet, heart-warming moments.
But you know what? I don’t need to decide. Ms. Valente is so adept at making every moment unique and fun, that it’s only fair I love them all equally, if for different reasons. Kind of like my kids, actually . . .
Linked and similar but different and wonderful. Lovable all on their own but even more perfect together. That’s what the words and feelings and chapters and moments in The Baby Maker are—a book that delivers everything I’ve come to expect from this author (and maybe even a little bit more.)
'He kisses me like he’s been lost, and only now that he’s back in my arms is he found. He kisses me like I’m the answer and the question and every magical step of the journey in between.'
~ FIVE Blondie STARS ~
“No, you don’t make me relaxed. You make me hungry. And wild. Maybe a little crazy.”
If there is one thing I have come to expect from Lili Valente, it’s a book that mixes humor with heart and happy-endings. A book in which laugh-out-loud moments flirt with silliness, sweetness and sexiness but always have a hint of something deeper. And that’s exactly what she delivers in The Baby Maker.
I loved every page of this book. Honestly, I can’t decide if I liked the initial biting banter more, or the playful banter that *ahem* came later. Just like I can’t decide if I liked the oh, so sexy times more than the sweet, heart-warming moments.
But you know what? I don’t need to decide. Ms. Valente is so adept at making every moment unique and fun, that it’s only fair I love them all equally, if for different reasons. Kind of like my kids, actually . . .
Linked and similar but different and wonderful. Lovable all on their own but even more perfect together. That’s what the words and feelings and chapters and moments in The Baby Maker are—a book that delivers everything I’ve come to expect from this author (and maybe even a little bit more.)
'He kisses me like he’s been lost, and only now that he’s back in my arms is he found. He kisses me like I’m the answer and the question and every magical step of the journey in between.'
~ FIVE Blondie STARS ~
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
katie bombico
Addicted 2 Romance Review
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
This is a small town/ farmer type story with a love turning to lust turning to love type of story.
Dylan Hunter grew up in his small town and is a very happy farmer. He wants a patch of land but Emma made a higher offer and so he hates her because he thinks she is after his plot of land.
Meanwhile Emma wants a child. She loves her life as a winery owner but wants someone to share it with and she has given up on men, so she wants a child. One day she overhears some women talking how the Hunter men are known for making anyone pregnant and so she decides she wants Dylan and his baby maker.
Dylan is not ready to be a dad but he is in lust with Emma. So she has her work cut out to convince him. That is where the story takes off as the two get to know each other in all kinds of ways.
Dylan is a terrific guy and Emma is a sweet woman with a great heart and the two fall hard for the other. But the baby issue still stands between them.
I really enjoyed this story. The characters were sweet and fun and I really enjoyed the romance between Emma and Dylan. I am looking forward to the next book starring Dylan's brother and Emma's sister.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
This is a small town/ farmer type story with a love turning to lust turning to love type of story.
Dylan Hunter grew up in his small town and is a very happy farmer. He wants a patch of land but Emma made a higher offer and so he hates her because he thinks she is after his plot of land.
Meanwhile Emma wants a child. She loves her life as a winery owner but wants someone to share it with and she has given up on men, so she wants a child. One day she overhears some women talking how the Hunter men are known for making anyone pregnant and so she decides she wants Dylan and his baby maker.
Dylan is not ready to be a dad but he is in lust with Emma. So she has her work cut out to convince him. That is where the story takes off as the two get to know each other in all kinds of ways.
Dylan is a terrific guy and Emma is a sweet woman with a great heart and the two fall hard for the other. But the baby issue still stands between them.
I really enjoyed this story. The characters were sweet and fun and I really enjoyed the romance between Emma and Dylan. I am looking forward to the next book starring Dylan's brother and Emma's sister.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
dee chen
In this book, we start out meeting a person named Dylan. Who are Rafe, Jacob, and Blake? Where are they? Why is Dylan waking them early? What does he expect of them? Who is the new kid in the neighborhood? Why does Dylan hate her? Is it real or on principle? What deal does she make with Dylan, or at least propose to him? What is Dylan's reponse to her proposal? What do Dylan's brothers say when he tells them about the proposal. What happens throughout the time, how long does this proposal take? I should clarify, it is a business proposal, not a wedding proposal that is made to Dylan. I love the nicknames that are come up with between the pair. You'll understand why when you see them. This did not end how I thought it would, it was even better. You're going to have to read to find out what happens. I had to laugh a number of times over reading this book. Enjoy it!
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RECEIVED THIS BOOK AS A GIFT FOR A FAIR/HONEST REVIEW and REVIEWER FOR Bloggin' With M. Brennan.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
matthew savoca
Oh, yes!
I really do love everything Lili Valente writes, but this book is easily my favorite Valente-book ever. We get what we used to have from this amazing author – lovely characters, funny moments and oh-so-sexy times. What else should you need?
I swooned, I laughed so much. I really enjoyed every minute of this amazing story.
I really do love everything Lili Valente writes, but this book is easily my favorite Valente-book ever. We get what we used to have from this amazing author – lovely characters, funny moments and oh-so-sexy times. What else should you need?
I swooned, I laughed so much. I really enjoyed every minute of this amazing story.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
elizzy b
Lili Valente books make me happy. When I read the blurb for The Baby Maker I was hooked. Wine country, hot guy, determined woman – yeah, I could on board with this story.
Dylan Hunter is the awesome hero of this story. For most of his life he’s been looking after others in his life. He had accepted his responsibilities and moved on. He had his dreams, but he put those aside to take care of his family and the farm.
Enter Emma Haverford, city girl turned wine maker. She is determined. Whether it is moving on from her high-tech job to farming or getting a baby. She approaches Dylan to help her get pregnant with a child that she desperately wants.
The story of Dylan and Hunter as they “work” to get pregnant is heartwarming. As each of them discover more about the other, their relationship changes and you get to read all the feels that come with those changes.
I really, really enjoyed this book. Dylan is a character after my heart and Emma is woman that I can get behind. Ms. Valente’s writing is marvelous, her characters are wonderful and the story is joyful.
Dylan Hunter is the awesome hero of this story. For most of his life he’s been looking after others in his life. He had accepted his responsibilities and moved on. He had his dreams, but he put those aside to take care of his family and the farm.
Enter Emma Haverford, city girl turned wine maker. She is determined. Whether it is moving on from her high-tech job to farming or getting a baby. She approaches Dylan to help her get pregnant with a child that she desperately wants.
The story of Dylan and Hunter as they “work” to get pregnant is heartwarming. As each of them discover more about the other, their relationship changes and you get to read all the feels that come with those changes.
I really, really enjoyed this book. Dylan is a character after my heart and Emma is woman that I can get behind. Ms. Valente’s writing is marvelous, her characters are wonderful and the story is joyful.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
lillian
Emma and Dylan get what neither was expecting!!! Okay, I will admit it, I was a little weary when I started to read The Baby Maker. But because it was written by Lili Valente, I knew she would add her own personal touch to the story. She did that and more! Yes there are many tropes and a lot of "baby maker" stories. But Emma is a one of a kind and perfect as our heroine. Dylan is a grumpy lonely man, but we know deep down he just needs to find the right one.
Off the bat, the story starts off unconventional, but it makes me want to know more about the Hunter men. I love them all! When Dylan can no longer resist Emma, sparks fly all over the place. Their chemistry will melt your Kindles. The goal to make a baby is still there, but quickly it is put on the back burner. These two can not get enough of each other.
The Baby Maker is sexy and will melt you into a puddle of goo. The next book is bout Dylan's brother and from what I have read so far, there is so much more that these characters will bring us. I loved all the words on this book and loved the ending more.
Off the bat, the story starts off unconventional, but it makes me want to know more about the Hunter men. I love them all! When Dylan can no longer resist Emma, sparks fly all over the place. Their chemistry will melt your Kindles. The goal to make a baby is still there, but quickly it is put on the back burner. These two can not get enough of each other.
The Baby Maker is sexy and will melt you into a puddle of goo. The next book is bout Dylan's brother and from what I have read so far, there is so much more that these characters will bring us. I loved all the words on this book and loved the ending more.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
paul yoon
I discovered Lili Valente work with Hot as Puck and The V Card, both books had me hooked.
So I preordered without a second of reflexion this one, and much more after reading the blurb.
It is very far different from the two previous ones, but there is a constancy in, her characters are just so real even in their flaws, they are smart, kind and funny.
Dylan and Emma began their relationship on a wrong foot but it does not prevent them to be open and have their opinion evolve the more they pass time together.
What was just a deal, changes quickly for much more than they bargained at first.
So how to face and accept that what was supposed a kind of contract with a short term end can become something inked in time. And how let it know to the other?
But not Dylan nor Emma are teenagers or cowards, I liked they take matter in their hands, even if they make mistakes, they are grown up who don’t ran away.
A very good story of two adults who are able to see what they very want for their life.
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So I preordered without a second of reflexion this one, and much more after reading the blurb.
It is very far different from the two previous ones, but there is a constancy in, her characters are just so real even in their flaws, they are smart, kind and funny.
Dylan and Emma began their relationship on a wrong foot but it does not prevent them to be open and have their opinion evolve the more they pass time together.
What was just a deal, changes quickly for much more than they bargained at first.
So how to face and accept that what was supposed a kind of contract with a short term end can become something inked in time. And how let it know to the other?
But not Dylan nor Emma are teenagers or cowards, I liked they take matter in their hands, even if they make mistakes, they are grown up who don’t ran away.
A very good story of two adults who are able to see what they very want for their life.
I’m a verified customer on the store.fr
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
tasha
Surprisingly sweet, sprinkled with great humor and some of the best banter The Baby Maker was such a fun read! I was pleasantly surprised by how much more this book is than I originally thought. It worked it’s way right into my heart from nearly the very first page and I was quickly in love with these characters and their story.
Dylan starts out as a jerk, granted a charming jerk, but very quickly those walls against Emma crumble and the true Dylan shines through. Not only is he insanely hot, he’s also got a huge heart and a fantastic sense of humor. More than once Emma and Dylan had me giggling and then just as quickly melting. These two were a perfectly balanced sweet and H. O. T. hot!
Dylan starts out as a jerk, granted a charming jerk, but very quickly those walls against Emma crumble and the true Dylan shines through. Not only is he insanely hot, he’s also got a huge heart and a fantastic sense of humor. More than once Emma and Dylan had me giggling and then just as quickly melting. These two were a perfectly balanced sweet and H. O. T. hot!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
mahesh
This was a great story. As usual, Andi and Sebastian make a great narrating team. Lili Valente has quickly become one of my favorite authors. She makes me swoon, laugh, yell, almost cry with her wonderful talent. Dylan and Emma make the sweetest couple, even if their beginning was a planned one, fate had other ideas. Emma wants to have a baby, but doesn't want to wait around for Mr. Right. Dylan's family is known for their babymaking gifts, but he's in no rush to test them. When Emma makes him an offer he can't refuse, Dylan's on board to help Emma with her "issue." It doesn't take long for them to figure out they're becoming attached when they shouldn't. I absolutely loved how this story unfolded.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
mary brown
Dylan Hunter as all Hunter men have the reputation as baby makers. A Hunter man sleeps with you and you are pregnant, so when his new neighbor Emma Haverford asks him to give her a child with no strings attached, he is stunned but intrigued. Emma is hot and he is very attracted but can he really get her pregnant and then walk away? This was such an interesting and fun book. Great characters that were very well developed. The chemistry between Emma and Dylan was hot. I loved the relationship that Dylan has with his brothers. Definitely would suggest this book for a great romance.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
nicola hearn
Super cute book. Super sweet with some humor and hot times in between. Emma and Dylan go from rivals to the horizontal mambo. What happens in between is a deal that goes a tad bit crazy. When feelings come into play it always throws a monkey wrench in the works. This was a well developed story, I didn't feel like the author left anything hanging, and she wrapped it up nicely. Emma's sister Carrie is a hoot and a half. Don't miss this one y'all. Told in dual pov.
Please RateThe Baby Maker (The Hunter Brothers Book 1)
I couldn't stop myself from smiling, laughing and just enjoying the banter these two amazing characters had!
If you're looking for a delicious farming type of story.... with a hot farmer who's dedicated to his family and a woman who's alluring and looking for a baby daddy... what could go wrong? .... or go so right with these two hot, sexy characters? wink wink.
I truly enjoyed this read and loved the ending so much!
4.5 stars from me.
I also can't wait for the next book in this series! That's gonna be a hoot!!!