
I received an eArc version of Call Her Mine by Melissa Foster via Netgalley. When I discovered that it was accessible through Kindle Unlimited to read and listen, I decided on taking the audio route. Hence, my review is geared towards the audio version.Ben Dalton and Aurelia Stark first came on my radar when they were introduced in the Sugar Lake series. Since then I have been waiting patiently for their story.
Call Her Mine is a friend to lovers’ story. Ben and Aurelia have been besties for most of their lives. Their feelings for each other went beyond friendship, but fear and misunderstandings prevented them from expressing how they felt about each other. Aurelia entered relationships, which would go nowhere, while Ben went the route of one-night stands. However, their lives got shook up, when one of Ben’s one-night stands left a baby on his front step.
I have to admit I found the story adorable and heart-warming. I loved how Ben stepped up to the plate to take care of the precious bundle of joy without knowing for sure if he was her father. His actions proved that he was capable of redemption.
I lift my hat to Aurelia. Few women would have stuck around after discovering that the man you have been crushing on has a child with another woman. Instead of running, she stood by him through it all. It proved that her feelings were the real deal.
The story had a wonderful blend of humour and romance. The story was drama free, which is usually the case with Melissa’s stories. However, she had me tearing up near to the end. I did not expect that scene, and it almost wrecked me.
Call Her Mine focused heavily on family and friendships, which is typical of Melissa’s work. Reading her books make me wish I had that family connection.
Narration
This was my first time listening to Isabelle Ruther. I thought she did an ok job. I could not get on board with her male voices, but she did an excellent job with those of the females. Her pacing and tone were good, and I loved how she brought out the emotions of the female characters.
Conclusion/Recommendation
Another great series starter from Ms. Foster and I would recommend to fans of contemporary romance.
Actress Remi Divine is sick of bodyguards, sick of stalkers, and sick of feeling like she is always under a microscope. But this movie star isn’t helpless by any means. She’s got a rebellious streak and she knows how to use it. First order of business: Getting rid of the overbearing bodyguards who are sticking to her like glue.Mason Swift has made protecting others his life, and when Remi ditches his two best men, he takes over and gives it everything he has. Having grown up in the foster care system, and as an ex-special operative, he knows all the tricks. Nothing gets by him, especially not gorgeous, sneaky, and rebellious, Remi.
He thinks she’s a diva. She thinks he’s arrogant. But when sparks turn to flames and their walls come down, their hearts are revealed and their connection is unstoppable. But when tragedy strikes, Remi realizes that being protected isn’t the worst thing in the world—but losing Mason just might be.
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I haven’t read any of her books. I’m glad you enjoyed it even if the narration wasn’t perfect!
This looks tasty – I haven’t read her in ages!
Great review, I’m glad you enjoyed this one.
Gemma @ Gemma’s Book Nook
There is something so sexy about a baby daddy hero. LOL I’m glad you enjoyed this one! 🙂
I haven’t read her books yet but this sounds really good.
This is on my TBR!
Great review!
Ooh I must read this.
Great review I’ve been dying to read any books by Melissa Foster for a long time now and this book series looks and sounds absolutely amazing and right up my alley as well. Thank you so much for sharing your awesome post.
Not books I’m familiar with. Thanks for sharing and great giveaway.
Great review. I love this trope!
Thank you for giving the narration a try. I’m so happy you enjoyed the story and that you joined the book tour! XOXO
It’s really an author that I should try!
I love a hero in glasses, so that cover is a win for me. Thanks for the fab review too!
I think it’s adorable that he took on that baby and yes, she was amazing to stand by him. It sounds like a fab story even if the narrator was so-so on the guy voices. I need to get busy reading her books.