Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc.

I am not sure why but this book did not work for me. However, as I always say when I don't like a book, just because I did not like the book, it doesn't mean that someone else won't like it. It also doesn't necessarily mean that I may not like another book by the same author. Or even that I may not like the book if I try it again in the future...

I was a bit bummed I didn't enjoy this more. I loved the concept, but I thought that overall Miles was lacking critical character development. He seemed to never fully switch over and see all Savannah's good intentions, always guarded, and never really thought before he spoke.

I think there were pockets of the story that were intriguing, but I was never really *in it* and I was never really sold by the legitimacy of their relationship. I just wanted so so so much more!

Thank You Harlequin Audio and NetGalley for the Audio ALC of this book.
The audio production was great.
As for the story itself, I was hoping for some really good "Jane the Virgin" vibes with this one, and there was some hint of it, but it was not as engaging as Jane. The romance could have been developed more, the intrigue and twists were interesting but again, not developed as well as I hoped. I liked the characters and would have liked it more if it was a bit deeper than the surface story that we got. It was just ok, wish it would have been a slam dunk,, but it wasn't.

Thank you, NetGalley for a copy of one in 1 million this was such a cute romcom story. I love the trope of forbidden romance mixed with a little custody battle. Holly is the worst, and I knew that woman was not to be trusted from the first page. Whitney was such a strong, confident woman to be able to step in and I love that for her overall great read it ate it up.

One in a Million is fast paced romp of a read, being sheer escapism, making it a perfect beach book. Without giving away the plot, of course there's everything one might expect in this kind of fiction. There's a forced proximity as Whitney and Myles unwittingly find themselves sharing a child. There's enemies to lovers as the two find they actually have far more in common than just Haylee. And of course there's a happy ever after ending. But the plot encompassing these elements is huge fun, very sexy and totally absorbing as it gives an insight into the world of the rich and famous that we mere mortals can only dream of. At the same time, there's witty dialogue and some real humour that add extra dimensions, making it huge fun to read.

One in a Million was a fun read, it was spin on the baby/pregnancy trope which was interesting. I loved the strength and dynamics of Whitney character. Though, I do wish that the relationship took more time to develop so we could see how and why they fall for each other. Overall was the story was not the most memorable, but it's a quick fun palate cleanser.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ALC.

Thank you Harlequin Trade Publishing for sharing an arc of this book with

This is the only surprise baby book I've ever willingly read and enjoyed. I'm generally not a fan of this trope, but the concept in this novel was so unique and cute that I had to give it a try. I'm so happy I did. This was a cute story about two strangers unwittingly becoming parents and eventually creating a family in the most unexpected way. I loved that Whitney had her own everything going for her and had the option to show up in this situation that worked for her. My only gripe was her willingness to go along with the kind of romantic relationship that he wanted because of his past traumas, knowing fully well that she originally wanted marriage. I think the fact that she was basically a Billionaire is was saved that particular narrative for me.

Overall, it was a very cute and fast read I would recommend to others.

One in a Million had a unique storyline. I liked listening in the complexities of the main characters. Quick read and an enjoyable book!

i give this book 3.25 stars. it was definitely interesting. definitely a one in a million scenario.
i wanted a little bit more... felt like the author left out quite a bit of their conversations so it felt rushed they got together.

the reveal of how the mix up happened pissed me off.

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.

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.

I enjoyed this audio along with the e-arc. It was a very good and enjoyable story. I was hooked to the characters and didnt want this story to end.

DNF @ 41%

I loved the unique premise but unfortunately this book isn't working for me so I'm gonna put it down. I really didn't like the implication that the baby needed a mother for her psychological health (implying that anyone who doesn't have a female parent is part of an incomplete family unit). Besides that I just really didn't love how Whitney needed to constantly prove to Myles that she was good enough for her daughter. He acknowledges that he has unfair standards but it just rubbed me the wrong way to have her trying to gain his approval so he would allow her to have a role in her daughter's life. She did nothing to deserve that distrust and I also hated that her having a career seemed to be a disqualifier but his career wasn't. It's also kind of icky that the plot revolves around a Black woman proving herself to a White man. On top of that, I'm also feeling no romantic connection at the 41% mark. This book was really not for me but I think it will find its audience with Jane the Virgin fans.


The narrator did a fantastic job and is a big reason I got so far into the book even when I wasn't enjoying the story!

One in a Million had such a unique and captivating premise! It follows Whitney, a world-famous celebrity, and Myles, an attorney, brought together by an unexpected twist—a mix-up at a fertility clinic. The forced proximity between them, combined with their very different lifestyles, makes for a truly immersive slow-burn romance.

The chemistry between Whitney and Myles was electric, I loved how their story unfolded and loved watching them grow closer despite their differences. Whitney’s strong, driven character perfectly balanced Myles’ hesitation and resistance. And of course, the surprise baby trope added an emotional depth that kept me invested until the very end. Plus, I did an immersive read, which made the whole experience even better.

Tropes you’ll find:
Surprise baby
Forced proximity
Celebrity x attorney
Interracial romance
Slow burn

The storyline was well-paced, and the emotional journey of both characters felt authentic and satisfying. If you’re into stories that mix fame, family, and romance with a slow burn, you’ll enjoy this one!

Thank you Harlequin Trade Publishing | Graydon House and Harlequin Audio for providing an e-ARC and ALC in exchange for my honest review!

What a yummy romance!
Such a unique premise I was hooked right from the begging. Reverse surprise baby trope?! yeah I was captivated.
This book was a great mix of over the top-only works in romance happenings, and real life parenting and falling in love feels.

Although the narration is amazing, I do wish it could have been a Black Woman narrator.

Will be recommending to my friends and followers.

3.5⭐️ | 2🌶️

The second I read the blurb for this book, I was instantly intrigued, and honestly, I’m really glad I picked it up.

The characters were so interesting and unlike anything I’ve read before.

I loved how independent and strong the FMC was. She’s a successful woman, and even after her whole world changes, she continues to be that same person.

The MMC? Easily one of the best dads I’ve ever read, and that was really attractive.

That said, the book wasn’t perfect.

Listen, I’m not usually a fan of third-person POV, but I’m starting to get more into it. However, in this book, it wasn’t executed well. It was really hard to keep up with locations and characters, especially when the main two main characters weren’t together. The transitions between scenes weren’t smooth, and I found myself lost more than once.

This book has so much potential—I just wish it had flowed a little better.

Thank you to NetGalley and The Hive for the ARC and ALC!

I thought this book was an okay time. The concept of the book being a surprise baby trope but mix in the idea of the fertility clinic is what really grabbed my attention. It was kind of similar to Jane the Virigin, which I can appreciate.

I loved Whitney and simply seeing her character development. Going from being really famous and having your entire life planned out... to having a six-month-old baby was surely a big lifestyle change. I think she took it on with grace and I enjoyed seeing her fall in love with being a mother.

Myles, on the other hand, took too long to come around for my liking. I feel like he despised his wife so much for not wanting to be a part of his daughters' life and genuinely was upset. Because of that, I didn't understand why he was so hesitant for Whitney to be there. She was willing to be there in every aspect, but he was consistently pushing her away.

I also don't think their romance was as believable as I would have hoped. I kind of just wish they agreed to simply co-parent and the book be more focused on that journey. It seemed a little too forced to me.

I will say, the concept is really cool, and I did enjoy the twist of the fertility clinic. I also did an immersive read and while I do prefer dual narration, I think the narrator did a good job of keeping me engaged.

This is the first book I've read from Beverley Kendall, but I knew it was going to be a must read when I saw it was a little bit of an unconventional Hollywood romance. It's very JANE THE VIRGIN and I enjoyed it immensely. The audiobook is especially fantastic. I loved the narrator - she did a great job of bringing the characters to life. If you want a sweet, face-paced romance - One in a Million is definitely the book for you.

I only had two qualms about this otherwise perfect book:
1. It went from hate to lust/love entirely too quickly for my liking. One minute they absolutely hate each other, then the next second they're screwing like bunnies. I would have appreciated more of a bridge between the two emotions.
2. SPOILER, but I wish the book hadn't ended with the proposal. Throughout the entire book all we know is that the MMC DOES NOT want to marry again and the FMC is fine with that. Their cohabitation and co-parenting relationship worked fine without a ring so I don't understand why we had to throw it in last minute. I was satisfied with the HEA without a ring.

Both of these were such small issues in the grand scheme of things, especially because I still enjoyed the book and had a great time reading. Thank you to Netgalley for my ALC.

3.25/5 stars - I love books with a celebrity/Hollywood romance trope, so I was immediately drawn to read this. The premise is very interesting and isn't similar to anything I have previously read. I liked seeing how Whitney juggled being a pop icon, movie star, and fashion mogul while also trying to be an involved parent. I appreciated how Whitney and Myles addressed the realities of raising a biracial daughter in today's society. The plot twist was also reminded me of a soap opera, but it was still entertaining to read!

Whitney and Myles are likeable characters, but I didn't buy into their romance. There were also many secondary characters introduced, and the author provided us with a lot of details on their backstory, which ultimately wasn't necessary to move the story forward. Overall, this was a unique spin on the pregnancy trope! Read if you enjoy:

-Accidental baby tropes
-Forced proximity
-Celebrity/Hollywood romances
-Interracial romances (Black FMC/White MMC)
-Third person POV

Thank you to Harlequin Trade Publishing and The. Hive for the e-ARC and ALC!

I did the audio as an immersive read and tandem with the e-book. Audio was just ok. Since it was dual POV I would have preferred 2 narrators but I understand that is not always feasible. I do also think since it is a black lead, the narrator should have been black woman as well, but the narrator overall did a good job.

Thank you to The Hive and Netgalley for the ALC in exchange for my honest review