Jennifer Hartley has written an amazing story that explores the fact that there is more than life to money and physical possessions.

I believe the fact that Lily has such high expectations placed upon her by her family is extremely relatable and really helps the reader connect with the character.

I loved the story but it did feel a little rushed at times.

I would recommend this story to anyone who enjoys the pregnancy trope.

There's some great scenery with the book being set at a farm, but apart from that I don't see much that I can appreciate here. The story isn't terribly boring and there was nothing I hated, so it was pretty easy to read. This was nothing like what I expected yet I wasn't terribly let down. I wouldn't call this a romance either because it's more like a subplot that's barely there. I just don't have strong feelings about this book either way.

I loved this book! The Rosemary Farm sounds perfect & it really makes you want to go there. Lilly & Andre’a history & love story is beautiful. A one night stand and a surprise pregnancy. I devoured this book in one day.. Absolutely loved it!

I absolutely loved this book! It had all the elements I look for in a romance novel - second chance love, a forbidden romance with the brother's best friend, and an accidental pregnancy thrown into the mix. The steamy scenes were hot and passionate, adding an extra layer of intensity to the story.

The setting on a family farm added a cozy and charming atmosphere to the book, and the likeable secondary characters brought even more depth to the story. I found myself rooting for the main characters to overcome their obstacles and find their happily ever after.

While I thoroughly enjoyed this book, I did find some parts of the plot to be a bit predictable. However, the heartwarming moments and sweet ending more than made up for it. Overall, I would give this book 4 out of 5 stars. It's a fun and engaging read that will leave you feeling satisfied and happy.

In this second chance romance, we see the rekindling of high school sweethearts Lillian and Andre as they find themselves again at Rosemary Farm. Both struggling with the isolating nature of the concrete jungle they know so well, they decide they need a break from the hustle and bustle of New York City and stumble across each other for a second time. Things had gone so wrong when they were younger, could this time be any different?

Lillian, born and raised in the city, has come to despise everything she knows. The wealth her family loves to flaunt, the greed and selfishness they harbor. Lillian isn't like them, and knows in her heart that her life is missing fresh air and freedom. After yet another fight with her brother William over her not joining the family's business, she takes a risk and travels four hours away to Rosemary Farm. There she comes across her ex Andre, looking so familiar yet so grown up too. The passion between the two feels as though no time had passed and they use this opportunity to learn new things about themselves and each other.

Billionaire's Secret Baby is a fast read, easy to get through and has a happy ending waiting in the conclusion. Overall enjoyable, but perhaps misleading at times. Based off the cover alone, I never would have assumed this book would take on more of a small country side romance versus the city aesthetic it portrays. Though Andre is a highly successful billionaire, it feels almost like an afterthought to the plot of the book. In fact, we never get much character development for him besides how he didn't know what he was missing in life until he rekindled with Lillian.

Definitely some insta-love vibes, though we know the two had some unfinished business when they were younger. Both characters, particularly Andre, were lacking depth and I found it hard to connect to them and their romance. Though mentioned several times throughout the book, we never got insight to their first relationship together other than some minor details such as an argument. I think some flashbacks to them in high school could have definitely solidified their love to something solid that could withstand time spent apart rather than the flimsy snapshot we got.

After reading, I was truly so shocked by this book that I had to go and reread the description. I thought I had somehow missed something, but no. This book was definitely advertised to be something much different. "He's forbidden, and I know he'll break my heart. I also know that if my brother comes to know he will break his nose." Not really forbidding but maybe more like they grew apart? And it's implied that one her brother's 'best friend' would beat Andre up if he hurt his sister, but his relationship with both characters is strained at best.

Again, if the cover and description were different, I think this book would have a much better time at reeling people in. It offers a second chance romance, country side, farm life, and pregnancy. I would give the book a shot, but I wouldn't let the description sway you too much. Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for my ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Billionaire’s Secret Baby : Brothers Best Friend Romance by Jennifer Hartley.
This book is a romance with a lot of tropes. Some include second chance, brothers ex best friend, billionaire, and a secret pregnancy.
Starting this book, I was really excited to see how this would work out. How a rich billionaire would come to a farm and work for free, hard labor at that. I wanted to enjoy this book, but it totally missed the mark for me. The story had quite a bit of problems from beginning to the end.
For the most part, the storyline seemed pretty unrealistic—it's hard to believe that a young billionaire would just up and decide to work on a farm with no cell service or amenities that he is accustomed too . That whole setup felt like a stretch and made it tough for me to get into the story. I could not connect with the plot at all, poor rich boy wants a farm vacation, meets his ex, swears he’s changed but continues the same behavior . The main character’s shock at being pregnant felt ridiculous as well as a Dr saying she’s in great condition, but can’t tell she’s pregnant. The book also had a lot of errors—spelling mistakes, grammar issues, and some awkward phrasing. This entire storyline seems impossible with a man that has been down right horrendous to her on two incidents, telling her once that he didn’t want a waste of space freeloader, and the second time he betrayed her to her brother and told her to be with him she must go back to the family that treats her like dirt. He’s mega rich. and from going to a farm he’s now super boss, and has changed so much, and so shortly after their second break up. I don’t want to give spoilers so I will keep some more problems with the book out. I had very high hopes for this book buy it was horrible. It needs a complete overhaul, rewriting and removing points. This was definitely a no for me. I felt the book had potential and I liked some points, which is why it’s a 2 1/2 for me

Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this book. Overall I enjoyed it but I can’t help but think the book should have a different name. The title gives the impression that this is going to have higher stakes but really it’s just miscommunication and changing everything to be with someone. I didn’t like that Andre didn’t even flinch or care that lily hadn’t told him she was pregnant for 6-7 months and honestly, who ignores someone for 6-7 months, keeping a massive secret only to say yes to marriage because he planned a whole life behind her back.
The book had good bones but I feel like another 50 pages would flush out some of the conversations.

"Billionaire's Secret Baby" is a steamy read about a forbidden romance. The main character has always had a crush on her brother’s best friend, who’s now a wealthy and powerful guy. Even though she knows getting involved with him could cause major drama with her brother and possibly break her heart, she can’t resist. Things get even more complicated when she ends up pregnant after their passionate night together. This book, the first in the Bad Boy Billionaire series, promises a hot romance with a guaranteed happy ending, but be ready for some strong language and steamy moments.


I really wanted to enjoy this book, but it totally missed the mark for me. The storyline seemed pretty unrealistic—it's hard to believe that a young billionaire would just up and decide to work on a farm. That whole setup felt like a stretch and made it tough for me to get into the story. I could not connect with the plot at all. The main character’s shock at being pregnant felt forced. The book also had a lot of errors—spelling mistakes, grammar issues, and some awkward phrasing. These problems made the writing feel sloppy.

I really wanted to like this book, but it honestly felt like it was more about her working on the farm than it was about the actual romance. And the abrupt change in personality felt kind of "too good to be true". Overall it was just too far fetched for me to get really sucked in.

I wanted to love this but it was just ok. The storyline was far fetched. I didnt believe the MMC was a millionaire and decided to work on a farm. I just couldnt get into it. I guess anything can happen and its fiction so it doesnt have to be realistic, but Id like it to sort of be feasible. Not the case. Would not recommend.

I really wanted to like this story but it just wasn't for me.

It seemed far fetched that someone so young could be a millionaire.... I did love the family on the farm but I just could never attach to this storyline.

Thank you NetGalley for providing this ARC for my honest review.

I love the idea behind this story, the writing could use some work. It just seems very juvenile and I feel like it needs some editing. Great idea, poor execution.

Andre was rich and powerful but not happy. A friend suggested he go to Rosemary Farm to work and renew himself. Lilly and Andre dated in high school, but when they were off to different colleges, Andre broke up with her. Lilly’s family was rich and constantly asked her to join them in the family business. She needed to get away from them and chose to work at Rosemary Farm. Andre had no idea she was there working but in no time, they rekindled their relationship until Lilly refused to leave the farm and Andre returned to New York City. I loved the family Lilly found on the farm. The work was hard but offered a chance to feel productive. Her simple life was so rewarding. This book is a testament that money cannot buy happiness and people can change.

A perfect romance, Lilian runs from her family to live her own life, to be outdoors and to be able to make her own decisions without forever being told that she is wrong or worthless. The farm that Lilian flees to acts as a balm. She is nurtured by the weather and by kind people, the book manages to convey a real feeling of peace and tranquility. The horses comfort and weaving their manes is therapeutic, pushing wheel barrow is calming and living a simple life is made so very attractive. The book is helped along by the sexy Andre who makes so many mistakes but is just about good enough for her. A cheesy romance with such a large dose of goodness.

Let’s be honest, any change a woman experiences in their body, their mind goes to them being pregnant. So it was unbelievable that the main character was unaware.

Billionaire’s Secret Baby, written by Jennifer Hartley, is the first title in the Bad Boy Billionaire series.

Format: NetGalley ebook
Genre: Contemporary fiction, Romance
Overall score:⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice level:🌶️🌶️

Andre (MMC)

Lillian (FMC)

Andre and Lillian were high school sweethearts that went their separate ways after graduation. Andre is also the best friend of Lillian’s brother.

Now that the main characters are grown, they have been reunited at a ranch getaway retreat. They are both trying to escape their lives and the daily struggles they encounter. Andre with his job, Lillian with her demanding brother and absent parents.

Overall, this book was just okay. The relationship between the main characters felt forced. The way that the FMC was treated by her family was just gross.

The situations in the book were just a little hard to believe, she even went to the doctor when she felt sick and he told her that she was in perfect health. Every woman knows that the first thing every single doctor does to females is make them take a pregnancy test. 🙄

No cheating or OW/OM drama, slight third act breakup but resolved in the end for a happily-for-now.

Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this title.

I like the concept of getting away from the city and learning more about yourself and what makes you happy. I felt the connection between the characters leaned on them dating previously and didn't feel the connection and growth between them as much as I wanted.

I wanted to like the book, but alas... There were many errors- spelling, grammar, word choice- just poorly written with a bad plot.

Meh. Two over privileged people who fall in love. One wishy washy heroine and a young billionaire (a little unbelievable at 25) meet at a farm and love explodes

Solid second chance romance between opposites who discover maybe not so opposite after all. Strong on self discovery and found family with characters you will root for.