Title: First Night
Author: Lauren Blakely
First published December 9, 2013
75 pages, ebook
ISBN: 9781310074561
Rating: 3.9
Overview
From the mind of bestselling author Lauren Blakely comes an enticing novella that will leave you begging for more. Julia Bell is just looking for a way to escape her troubles when Clay Nichols walks into her bar in San Francisco.
He’s everything she’s ever wanted in a man: confident, commanding, and sinfully handsome. Their chemistry is electric, and after one night together, they both realize that there’s more to their connection than just physical attraction.
Clay never thought he would be so taken with someone, especially not someone he met in a bar. But Julia has captured his heart, and he can’t stop thinking about her.
He wants more than just one night. Will they be able to make it work, or will their pasts come back to haunt them?
Don’t miss out on this captivating prequel novella to Lauren Blakely’s NIGHT AFTER NIGHT.
About the Author
Lauren Blakely is an accomplished author with an impressive track record. Her books consistently rank #1 on the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Audible bestseller lists.
Blakely’s writing style is known for being sweet, sexy, and witty, and her characters are both strong and intelligent. Her heroes are charming, with quick wit and hearts of gold.
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Editoral Review
Lauren Blakely’s First Night is a contemporary romance novel that explores the dynamics of a forbidden workplace romance. Blakely is an American author who has written over 30 romance novels and is known for her engaging characters and steamy love scenes.
The novel tells the story of Mia and Nick, two colleagues who work together at a marketing firm. Despite their chemistry, they both know that starting a relationship would be against company policy.
However, after a night of unexpected passion, they struggle to keep their feelings in check and keep their romance a secret from their coworkers.
Blakely’s writing is engaging and flows smoothly throughout the novel. Her characters are well-developed and relatable, and readers will find themselves rooting for Mia and Nick’s relationship despite the obstacles they face.
The chemistry between the two characters is palpable, and the love scenes are steamy without being gratuitous.
One of the strengths of First Night is its exploration of workplace dynamics and the challenges that come with falling for a coworker. Blakely does an excellent job of depicting the power dynamics and potential consequences of a workplace romance, adding an element of realism to the story.
Another strength of the novel is its pacing. The plot moves quickly, and readers will find themselves unable to put the book down as they follow Mia and Nick’s journey.
The setting of New York City is also well-described, adding to the overall ambiance of the novel.
However, the novel does have some weaknesses. The plot is somewhat predictable, and readers familiar with the romance genre may find themselves able to anticipate certain plot twists.
Additionally, some of the conflicts feel contrived and could have been better developed.
Overall, First Night is an enjoyable read that will appeal to fans of the contemporary romance genre. While it may not break new ground in terms of plot, Blakely’s engaging characters and steamy love scenes make for an entertaining read.
The novel receives a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.