ARC Review: THE CHRISTMAS SURPRISE by R.R. Banks

Graham Castle. Hot single dad.
Arrogant. Filthy rich. Rude.
We couldn’t be more different.
But being stranded in a blizzard has a way of bringing people closer.

Holly
All I want is to run away, escape.
Then Graham Castle barged into my life.
Big ego. Bulging muscles. Ruggedly handsome.
He awakened my deepest desires.
I gave him a precious gift. My virginity.
Now what I want is to escape into his arms.
But will our winter romance outlive the storm?

Graham
Even billionaires have a Christmas wish list.
My only wish is to see my son - Charlie.
Then walks in the most gorgeous green eyes.
Fiery red hair, seductive curves, and sassy.
I knew she was meant to be mine.
To taste. To touch. To command.
Now we’re stranded together.
She can’t escape me or this blizzard.
I’ll claim her sweet innocence, and please her in every way.
But she left me with no explanation…
Will I be able to get her back, and give my son the family he deserves?

*** This is a full length novel with a happily ever after, no cliffhanger, no cheating, and plenty of steam. ***

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MY REVIEW

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

There’s nothing like a holiday story to get my festive juices flowing and R.R. Banks gave us a sweet one. I’m still pretty new to his writing, but I love how he brings his characters to life. In The Christmas Surprise, both Holly and Graham were dealing with broken hearts and hopes for a second chance at love. Originally, their plans didn’t include each other, but plans change, don’t they? Especially with a little helping hand of serendipity.

To be honest, as wonderful as this author’s writing was, I didn’t fall in love with this story, only because I didn’t fall in love with it’s characters. Well, really only one character. Graham was created just the way I like my heroes. Compassionate, honorable, successful, generous, and dedicated. However, Holly rubbed my nerves raw from beginning to end. I kept hoping for a moment of redemption, but maybe I’m just picky because I couldn’t find one. Overall, Graham and his son, Charlie, made this story work and I couldn’t get enough of them.

Release Date: December 5, 2017

Genre: Holiday Contemporary Romance

POV: Dual - 1st person

Type: Standalone