3.5
Only the Beginning
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Revisit this uplifting summer romance from New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery. Previously published as Surprise Delivery.
Heather Fitzpatrick will become a single mother very soon and she has sworn off men for good, so meeting a handsome stranger in an elevator is definitely not part of her plan—neither is going into labor as the elevator gets stuck!
After pilot Jim Dyer jumps into action to help Heather deliver her baby, the chemistry and intimacy between them is undeniable, but heartsore Heather and women-wary Jim are both staunchly barricaded against marriage. Can one tiny newborn break down their defenses…and teach them to believe in love?
Revisit recently published titles by Susan Mallery:
Secrets of Summer
The One Next Door
Hometown Hero
Heather Fitzpatrick will become a single mother very soon and she has sworn off men for good, so meeting a handsome stranger in an elevator is definitely not part of her plan—neither is going into labor as the elevator gets stuck!
After pilot Jim Dyer jumps into action to help Heather deliver her baby, the chemistry and intimacy between them is undeniable, but heartsore Heather and women-wary Jim are both staunchly barricaded against marriage. Can one tiny newborn break down their defenses…and teach them to believe in love?
Revisit recently published titles by Susan Mallery:
Secrets of Summer
The One Next Door
Hometown Hero
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3.5
“🎧 ALC REVIEW 🎧
Book: Only the Beginning
Author: Susan Mallery
Narrator: Tanya Eby
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✨ Thank you to Susan Mallery, Harlequin Audio, and NetGalley for the ALC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. ✨
Susan Mallery pulled me into this sweet romance about Heather Fitzpatrick, who is about to become a single mother and has given up on finding love. When Heather unexpectedly goes into labor in a trapped elevator, a handsome stranger named Jim Dyer steps in to help deliver her baby. As Heather adjusts to new motherhood, Jim becomes an unexpected source of support and friendship.
Both Heather and Jim carry emotional scars from past relationships, leaving them convinced they don't deserve happiness. But as they spend more time together, they slowly begin to realize they may be worthy of a second chance at love.
Tanya Eby's narration shines during the heartfelt moments between Heather and Jim. Her engaging performance brought their emotions to life and made it easy to become invested in their journey.
Listen or read if you enjoy heartwarming romances, supportive heroes, emotional healing, and two deserving characters who slowly learn to believe in love again.
#HarlequinAudio #NetGalley #SusanMallery #OnlytheBeginning”
About Susan Mallery
SUSAN MALLERY is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of novels about the relationships that shape women's lives—family, friendship, romance. Library Journal says, “Mallery is the master of blending emotionally believable characters in realistic situations," and readers seem to agree—40 million copies of her books have sold worldwide. Her warm, humorous stories make the world a happier place to live. She’s passionate about animal welfare, which shows in the many quirky animal characters she has created.Susan grew up in California and now lives in Seattle with her husband and adorable poodle. Visit her at SusanMallery.com.
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