Monica Rayburn is fulfilling her duties as aunt to her sister’s little girl, Emma, when her attention is riveted by a gorgeous man lounging against a tree. She happily agrees to a ‘no strings’ dinner date with Colm, failing to mention that Emma is in fact her niece. As the casual nature of their dates becomes more intense, Monica’s lies start to spin out of control. I enjoyed this story, and hope to read those of Colms’ work buddies in the future.

Play Dates is my first read by Maggie Wells. I must say I enjoyed it. I love single dad books so that caught my attention right away. This one had a good mix of giggle moments and sexy times. Colm is dreamy single daddy. Monica well she grew on me and I loved the change in her as the book went on. It did leave me for wanting a little more just because I didn't want the story to end. And I love when kids are added into the mix. But over all its a cute effortless read. I really look forward to seeing what other books Maggie has to offer.

I received this book from net galley in exchange for an honest review.

I wanted to read this abuse because the premise sounded different and fun but sadly it did not work for me. It was a quick read but because of that everything felt rushed and there was a lot of telling without showing. Characters decide they are in love without having a real conversation and the resolution did not seem genuine.

Dnf at 36%

I just can't. Monica keeps saying how she doesn't care for kids, how her niece leaves her exhausted after only a few minutes, and I don't see my opinion of her changing because she might 'come around' in the end.
Colm had some moments where he resents his son and it's a really big turn off for me. Plus I've heard a bit too much about his dead ex-wife.
I wanted to at least get to the first sex scene, and I did, but ughh, if I had to hear about Monica's hips swaying one more time or her small breasts..... I give up.

Sexy new series.
I enjoyed Maggie Wells' Worth The Wait series so I was excited to find Play Dates the first book in her new series. As always Maggie Wells did not dissapoint. She writes great characters, dialogue and plots. I loved seeing how Monica and Colm got together in spite of the baggage they both carried. I also appreciate a strong supporting cast and I loved all of the secondary characters. I can hardly wait to read James and Mike's HEA.

I received an advance reader copy from NetGalley in exchange for a fair review.