This is a perfect fit for readers who crave a lighthearted, emotional romance with a strong female lead, a swoon-worthy hero, and a dash of mystery, as they'll be swept away by the story's themes of second chances, family, and the power of love to overcome past hurts and uncertainties.

I received a advanced copy of this ebook from the publisher for a honest review. This book is well written and the characters are described well. This book is a fast paced romance. The characters are favorable. It is entertaining. I absolutely adore Sami. I would highly recommend this book to anyone and everyone. This ebook is in stores for $4.99 (USD).

What a guy wants by Judi Fennell
A very mediocre romcom book . A quick read but it falls short for me. The main characters didn’t really jell for me , tries to be Cinderella esk theme but falls short of the mark . Not to my taste 2.5/5

Beckett, aka Beck, loses the gang’s monthly poker game, so it’s his turn to work for his friend Mac’s Manley Maid Service for a month. Beck grew up in the foster system, no plans, no ambition, but that’s all behind him now and he’s a financial wiz and highly successful. When he arrives on the job in the too-tight, hideous green uniform Mac insists he wear, he finds out that he’s working for his high school crush.

Dr. Jennifer Bingham has a lot on her plate, including raising her young niece, Sami, because Jennifer’s twin sister has an issue with drugs, left Sami alone, and is now doing time in jail. Additionally, Jennifer divorced her husband two years back when she discovered him stealing drugs from her vet clinic. When she opens the door to greet the maid she’s hired to help her get back on top of things, she’s surprised to see John Becker, the bad boy from high school she had a crush on senior year.

What a Guy Wants is an entertaining tale about reconnecting when the time is right. Overall, the story is fun and easy to read. I like the premise of the series and enjoy the playful nature of this book. I’m a sucker for second chances and love that Jennifer and Beck get theirs. Jen and Beck ran in different circles back in high school, and based on who they were then and how they’ve changed since, they would not have made to an HEA if they’d dated back then. Beck had no plans and was a player. In fact, he had a one-night-stand with Jennifer’s twin many years ago. The thing is, neither believes the other recognizes them (especially since both have changed names), so they continue to pretend they are strangers.

Although I like the premise of the story, I have issues… First, the grandmother… She is AWFUL! And Jennifer apparently has been putting up with it for a couple years. She refuses to acknowledge her great-granddaughter and continually tells Jennifer that Sami is a waste of her time. It’s ugly and unforgivable. Jennifer should have cut her off well before the start of the book. Second, Sami is just a bit too manipulative for me to get behind. It goes past “the cute things kids do,” and well into dangerous and reckless. I understand the reasoning the author uses to create this in Sami, but for me, it was too much and at times cringy. Finally, as much as I loved the game of pretending they didn’t know one another, I would have preferred for them to come clean about knowing one another’s identity well before it actually happens. I wanted to see them connect more after the truth comes out, rather than go from things being a hot mess to happily-ever-after pretty much instantly.

In the end, I enjoy the series and found What a Guy Wants to be an entertaining story. Personally, I had a few issues, but the tone is light and breezy, and I think most readers will enjoy the rom-com aspects of the story.

My Rating: B-/C+ Liked It, but I had issues

1.5 stars.
I found Sami and Flopsy to be adorably cute but they were basically the only characters i liked. The Two main character were just boring and sort of whiny and i didn`t "feel" the Cinderella-theme in there. Plus the chemistry was meh and went too quick.

A quick, funny, light read. A hilarious premise - paying a debt by working as a maid for a month - a blast from the past and some cute characters all add up to the sort of book you will like if you prefer romance with a bit of humour.

Quick read that's cute. I enjoyed watching the relationship build up. This is a second chance relationship. This book does deal with abonnement and incarceration and how it impacts a child.

*************************************I received an ARC from Net Galley for my honest opinion.*************************************

I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
Beckett has a second identity he wanted to forget so he changed his name and attitude to a better future. He excelled in college and now has a successful financial company. He lost a winning hand at poker and got stuck helping his friends sister maid business. The house he was scheduled to clean is his high school crush Jennifer.
Jennifer crushed on bad boy Beck but he just ignored and humiliated her so she tried her best leave him alone.
All grown up and a top veterinary she is raising her niece Sami because her twin sister Andrea is unable to. Imagine her surprise to open the door to the maid and there is Beck on her porch!
The suspense of who is Sami’s father was a mystery throughout the book, and I’m not sure why it was even brought up because we never find out who he is.
I liked Beck and Jennifer separately but didn’t care for them as a couple. They didn’t seem compatible for me. Sami and the crazy cat Nero and dog Flopsy were a fun addition to the story. There was plenty of sweet and heartfelt parts to this book and that’s why I rated it a 4. This is only my opinion and should not affect your decision to buy it.

| great read!
After losing a bet, Beck has to work for Manley Maids for a month. When he gets to the first property he finds it is owned by Jennifer, who he had a crush on in school. Both think the other doesn't recognise them. They spend more time together but then he disappears. he is keeping secrets so what happens when Jennifer finds out?

I liked how it was told from both of their ponts of view.

I haven't read the other books in the series and don't think it mattered, but I want to go back and read them now!