I don’t think this is a bad book, but I also don’t think this is a book for me. World-famous Whitney, felt one-dimensional. She had the makings of a multi-hyphenated star, but read as a diet version of one. Myles, the love interest, did not add much to the story. There was never a point in the story where I felt compelled to root for this pair or care about the weird situation they were in.

4 stars.

Beverley Kendall's "One in a Million" does not feature the kind of tropes I typically go for (surprise pregnancy, uber-rich people romances), but the "Jane the Virgin"-esque premise had me intrigued. I am glad I took a chance on this book because I really liked it! I found myself hooked on the journey of the characters, Whitney and Myles, and how they wound up father and mother to a child because of a mishap at the fertility clinic they were both using. Whitney is an uber-famous Beyonce-type of mega-celebrity who froze her eggs because of a medical condition, and Myles is a high-powered attorney who is about to get a divorce. Her egg wound up with his sp3rm and voilà, they have a baby together. At first, Myles is wary of letting Whitney near the baby because she could drown him in litigation due to her financial status and popularity, but eventually comes around because he realizes that his daughter needs her mother. This forced proximity puts them in each other's orbits more and more, leading them to get closer and closer over the months. A LOT of bad crap goes on between and to Myles and Whitney, both separately and apart. This book has a lot of drama in it, almost like a soap opera. It is one of those plots that could only work in a romance novel, never in real life! I liked watching Whitney's growth as a character as she transitions from pop star with her life all mapped out to neq mother to a young baby. Myles makes some strides as a person, too, though takes a lot longer for him to come around. Their chemistry with one another is undeniable and very sexy! All in all, I liked this book and will definitely go back to read the first in this series! Finally, I LOVED Simone Lewis's audiobook narration. She is one of my favorite narrators, her diction is so clean and clear, and she brings such a tremendous spirit into the characters she voices.

Thank you to NetGalley, Beverley Kendall, and Harlequin Audio for the complimentary ALC of this book. All opinions are my own. I was not compensated for this review.

One in a Million was definitely an interesting book that I haven’t read before with this kind of plot. Whitney is a celebrity on the go that is very famous & almost has it all in life. Myles is a lawyer that’s killing it at his firm but his home life is an absolute mess. After a crazy mix up at the fertility clinic they find out that his wife is not the mother to his babygirl & the superstar Whitney is. His wife wants no parts & so this when Myles & Whitney’s paths cross. Although this plot was interesting the character development wasn’t quite there for me & so I didn’t feel the chemistry as much between these two. I don’t mind InstaLove but this wasn’t that since the two didn’t care too much for each other at first. In spite of all that I still thought it was an interesting spin on this story & a fun read. Thankful for this complimentary copy for my honest review.

ARC Review
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Thank you to Harlenquin Trade Publishing and Beverley Kendall for the ARC of One in a Million! This was an enjoyable read that combines romance with a celebrity twist.

The story follows Whitney, a famous celeb who unexpectedly finds herself raising a child due to a fertility mix-up. As the romance between her and Myles unfolds, things move quickly, and while their connection is fun, it feels a bit rushed at times.

Read if you enjoy:

Celebrity Romance
Surprise Baby
Hate to lovers
Forced Proximity

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One in a Million was an incredibly unique storyline that takes the surprise baby trope and turns it around into a fun twist. This was definitely entertaining!

I feel like this book will really appear to many romance readers who enjoy a surprise pregnancy trope. This book read like a movie to me. I could definitely see this being a Netflix movie soon. I enjoyed both characters Whitney & Myles, but their connection seemed so forced and then boom, and outside mediation and everything is fine. I enjoyed the uniqueness of the plot because of how it’s a fertility clinic mixup which doesn’t show up in books often but the writing wasn’t 5 star worthy for me. Still and 4 stars however I’d love to read more books by this author.

Not a bad book just did not like the format way it was presented and the writing was a little juvenile

This was my first Beverley Kendall book and it was an experience! The concept was what led me to pick this up! A reverse Jane the Virgin? I'm in! However, the writing in this was clunky and with so many characters it was hard to keep up with all the side characters. I did enjoy Whitney and Myles as individuals but together I had a hard time connecting to their romance.

One in a Million by Beverley Kendall is a fast-paced, heartwarming, and humorous romance that explores the intersection of fame, family, and the unpredictable nature of life. At the center of the story is Whitney "Sahara" Richardson, a world-famous pop star who seems to have it all—success, beauty, and a life meticulously planned to perfection. With four Grammys, an Oscar nod, and a billion-dollar clothing line, Whitney is at the pinnacle of her career. Her romantic life, too, is on track, with marriage and children on the horizon… at least, that's what she thought.

The novel takes an unexpected turn when a mix-up at the fertility clinic where Whitney has stored her eggs leads to a surprise that no one saw coming. Suddenly, Whitney is thrust into motherhood, with a daughter she never planned for, and the biological father—a man she has never met—reluctantly involved in the situation. The mix-up forces Whitney to confront her carefully constructed plans, and the resulting journey is both hilarious and poignant.

Kendall does a fantastic job of blending humor with emotional depth. Whitney's initially flustered reaction to becoming an accidental mother adds comedic value, but beneath the humor is a genuine exploration of what it means to be a parent, a woman in the public eye, and someone who has to grapple with life's unexpected twists. Whitney’s transformation from a confident, career-driven woman to a more vulnerable, authentic person is compelling and relatable.

The romance angle is equally engaging, with Whitney’s relationship with the reluctant biological father of her child providing a complex, evolving dynamic. He’s not exactly thrilled about becoming a father, which creates a fascinating tension as both characters navigate this new reality. Their interactions are both humorous and charged with emotional undercurrents, making their evolving connection feel authentic and nuanced.

At its heart, One in a Million is a story about personal growth, responsibility, and finding love in the most unexpected of circumstances. The book tackles the pressures of fame, the difficulties of unplanned parenthood, and the messy journey of self-discovery, all while maintaining a light, entertaining tone.

Kendall’s writing is sharp, witty, and infused with warmth, making the book a fun yet meaningful read. The pacing is perfect, and the story never feels rushed, giving the characters plenty of time to grow and for the reader to become invested in their journey.

'One in a million' is a surprise baby trope with a twist!
Whitney, a singer, actress, entrepreneur and businesswoman all in one, finds herself the biological mother of a beautiful baby girl following a mix up at a fertility clinic.

Her biological child's father, Myles, finds himself as a solo parent, after his then wife walks out on him following the revelation that she is not the biological mother.

Through this story, we follow Myles and Whitney as they co-parent their child, and also open themself up to the possibility of love in the unlikeliest of circumstances.

This was an enjoyable read, however there were elements that let it down. The author immediately turns Whitney from someone who didn't think about children or even want it at this current stage of her career, to someone who instantly develops and craves a relationship with her daughter. While this is a sweet notion and the inner dialogue is well established to cement why the character reacts in this way, it just felt a little rushed and created minimal impact and room for conflict/character growth.

In the same vein, the attraction/chemistry between Myles and Whitney also felt a little rushed, and lacked complete impact. While they are a beautiful couple and loved how the author describes their relationship with their daughter, I felt that watching them parent together more would have solidified the reluctant allies to lovers arc that I saw brewing.

There are so many elements that I appreciated in this story. I enjoyed how the author describes Whitney and likens her to the multifaceted roles a woman can play simultaneously. It was a beautiful, feminist approach to women empowerment. Also, the author beautifully demonstrates the environment that a baby with different ethnic backgrounds can face as they grow. Absolutely loved the representation!

This was an enjoyable read, and I am grateful to NetGalley, Beverley Kendall and team who provided me an e-arc in exchange for an honest review!

I enjoyed this follow-up to 'Token'. In this second book in the series, we meet Whitney, a billionaire singer, actress and clothing designer (think Rihanna). While Whitney has been unlucky in love, she had frozen her eggs 5 years prior in the event that one day she did meet the right man. Unfortunately for Whitney, her eggs got mixed up in an error at the fertility clinic and she is now the mother of six month old baby - with a white man. While she initially considers giving up her rights, she decides not to meeting her baby. The only problem is, the childs father is reluctant to let Whitney is as he is afraid of losing his baby. I was worried at first that this book would be much like the first and would lean a lot on the fact that they are an interracial couple with a biracial child but I was happy that it was touched on but not the entire basis of the book. this is also a cute somewhat slow burn, secret dating book. I really enjoyed it and was surprised by the twists that were included towards the end of the book to help bring a full circle explanation of everything that happened. If you are ok with the baby trope and like lots of spice, you will definitely enjoy this book!

A unique take on the secret baby trope!

I love a good secret baby trope. The way the author designed this story makes it stand out from the rest of normal romance books. The guy is the one with the baby and the woman is the billionaire. Such a unique twist from the normal guy billionaire and regular woman. The characters love story grew as they learned to maneuver coparenting together. Such a cute story and truly one that will have you rooting for this couple to work out.

Hi! Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for this e-arc. I unfortunately had to DNF this book and cannot give an in depth review. The MMC in this book just really missed the mark for me and I couldn’t connect with the story. Interesting premise, would try another book by this author!

Thank you to Netgalley for this arc. It was one of my highly anticipated reads for this year. I love the cover and the storyline was very well written. I loved the characters of this book.

3.5 stars! Interesting story! Love the twist to surprise baby where the FMC is the one surprised! It brings a nice fresh perspective. Also like the conversation of parenting a biracial child was good too. I do wish the foundation of the MCs relationship was bit more since I feel like there wasn’t much development in that.

Ok so this was a really crazy twist on the surprise baby trope because not only does our FMC find out she has a daughter but also that the father she’s never met wants to keep her. Together our characters have to navigate these crazy turn of events and let me tell you it’s FULL OF DRAMA. We have a crazy ex-wife, parental insecurities, trust issues and even tabloid gossip! Honestly I was saying what more could happen to these characters! 🤣 I absolutely loved Whitney however I wanted to shake Myles. I totally get he has a lot of trust issues and this whole ordeal was a rollercoaster but I feel like the situation was harder for Whitney and she was always having to talk him through everything and prove she wanted to be in her daughters life. Overall I was very amused and entertained throughout my reading

One in a Million by Beverley Kendall is an adorable romcom with a beautiful cover!!! This is a fairy tale esque story that will bring readers to their knees with laughter and heart flutters. Definitely a great time .

Huge thank you to NetGalley and Graydon for giving me an opportunity to read this as an ARC!

I'm a huge Jane The Virgin fan, so the moment that I saw the summary for this book I was immediately interested in reading it! I love a good SURPRISE type of book! One In A Million follows Whitney and Myles who unexpectedly find out that they have a baby together. The big twist, they have never actually met each other and quite frankly they come from two completely different lifestyles. Whitney aka "Sahara" is a woman who can do it all! Actor by day, popstar/business owner by night. Myles is a highly successful lawyer who has been in one too many failed marriages, but his whole life changes when his daughter is born and that thrusts him into another failed marriage.

I adored Whitney! I think she is such a strong and motivated character and it's what I loved most about her. It also warmed my heart to read about her giving her all to a daughter she didn't even know existed a few days earlier. As someone who has a strong mother who did everything she could to provide for her children, Whitney reminded me so much of my own mom.

I will be honest and say that I didn't like Myles from the very start of this book. He was so selfish and had zero empathy for Whitney. It was hard for me to believe that a father who cares so deeply about his child would want his child to grow up without a mother. Especially when the mother was fighting to be in her child's life. So when it came time for their romance to blossom I found myself advocating for Whitney to find someone else lol. So it made their romance very unbelievable and quite honestly too rushed for me. I also think that is the point where I lost interest overall in the story.

I think this book is great for romance lovers who want a juicy dramatic plot packed into a fun short book! It's plot is unique and still very well worth the read!

I was’t sure what to expect with this book as I was unfamiliar with the author. Pretty much right from the beginning I had a hard time putting this book down. The characters felt believable and I wasn’t sure exactly how things would play out. Obviously, I was aware of the romance but I wasn’t sure how they would connect and was hoping it would feel natural which I’m happy to say it does. I wasn’t expecting the behind the scenes twist that occurs but it made the story feel authentic and not formulaic like some romances. I also liked seeing how the couple navigated the rough times. It made their connection that much more believable. This book really surprised me and I would tell others to check it out because I liked it far more than I expected.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc

Whitney “Saharah” Richardson, a successful musician, tour performer, and businesswoman, might seem too busy to start a family. However, her decision to have her eggs frozen at a fertility clinic was driven by a personal reason, not her hectic schedule. A one-in-a-million mix-up at the clinic changed her life forever.

The other half of the fertility mix-up is Myles Redmond, a father head over heels in love with his infant daughter Haylee. Myles and his wife Holly used a surrogate However, shortly after Haylee’s birth, Holly took off, which was ultimately the beginning of the end of their marriage. Although having no problem being a single father, Myles wants to do the right thing by letting the biological mother know that she has a precious little girl.

Whitney’s encounter with Haylee was instantaneous love at first sight. A mutual attraction blossomed between Whitney and Myles as they navigated their challenging situation, with Haylee at the forefront of their thoughts. However, fighting their attraction soon became impossible. Meanwhile, Holly continued to haunt Myles.

I loved the concept of this story. A secret baby twist with a twist was interesting to read. Also, this book follows Token, Kendall’s previous book. While One in a Million is undoubtedly a standalone book, it was delightful to reunite with familiar characters like Kennedy and Aurora. Overall, this book successfully blended sweetness and steam, making it an enjoyable and easy read.
Many thanks to Canary Street Press and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.