From New York Times Bestselling author Kristen Proby, comes a steamy and passionate friends-to-lovers romance—EASY NIGHTS! The sixth standalone title in the Boudreaux Series, Savannah and Ben’s highly anticipated story is now available on all retailers! Grab your copy today!

 

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Synopsis

The Boudreaux Series—Sexy. Intriguing. Easy.

No one said change was easy…

Savannah Boudreaux knows what it is to hurt. To bleed. To be afraid that the man she’s promised to be true to until “death do us part” might in fact separate them far sooner than anyone had ever anticipated. But Van also knows what it is to survive. To move on. To live life to the fullest. With five brothers and sisters and a loving mother as her constant source of strength during the pain and the healing, Van realizes there is little else she needs.

But some things never change…

Benjamin Preston sat on the sidelines of the Boudreaux family for years, in love with a woman he couldn’t have. As the best friend of the Boudreaux brothers since childhood, Ben has seen both tragedies and joys in the family. And as a former MMA fighter and Krav Maga expert, Ben’s used to fighting for what he wants—and winning. His hands were tied when Savannah married her high school sweetheart not long after graduation, but now two years have passed since Ben found Savannah broken in her own home.

Sometimes what you need most has been right in front of you the whole time…

Van’s convinced that happiness isn’t in the cards for her, no matter how right it feels to be in Ben’s strong arms—and his bed. Ben is determined to win her heart and fight for her trust. He’s promised to protect her, to be her friend. But more than anything, he wants to finally make her his, and this is one fight he’s not willing to lose.

 

 

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Review

4 swoony stars

Ever since I read the first book in this series, Easy Love, I have been waiting for this book. When Ben Porter, best friend of the Boudreaux boys, was there for their sister, Savannah, at her lowest point, the connection between them was clear. It’s been a long and arduous journey for Savannah, but their time has finally come, and after six books of longing glances and building chemistry, and the rest of her siblings getting their HEAs, I was so excited to finally get my hands on Ben and Savannah’s story.

I cross to her and kiss her forehead, not touching her anywhere else.
She smells like sunshine and strawberries.
She smells like she used to before her life went sideways.
Fuck me, I want her.

Savannah and Ben have known each other since they were children. He is best friends with her three brothers, and has always been a part of the family. There was an attraction there when they were younger but their three-year age gap prohibited him for making a move when they were teenagers and it never really happened for them. Savannah then went on to marry her college sweetheart who controlled and tormented her in unimaginable ways for the six years they were married, leaving her a shattered shell of the woman she used to be. It’s now two years later, and Van has clawed her way out of the hole he left her in, finding herself again and taking back control of her life. Ben has continued to be a part of her life, supporting her and being a true friend. He has been in love with Van for as long as he can remember, and he has finally reached the breaking point where he can’t hide his feelings for her anymore

“I always thought that just having you in my life was enough. As long as you were happy and healthy, it was enough to be on the outside looking in, but it’s just not good enough anymore.”

“This is what I want,” he whispers. “You are what I want, Savannah.”

Van’s feelings for Ben never disappeared, and though she fears the implications that their hooking up will have on their families if it doesn’t work out, she can’t deny how she feels about him. And my heart was so full as the anticipation builds for the big moment!

I love him. I’ve always loved him. But this is Ben.

This is a fast-moving story. There has been so much build up for these two, and I’m so glad Kristen Proby didn’t keep us waiting for the good stuff. Hearts are opened and feelings are declared pretty early on, and it’s a total swoonfest! Ben is absolutely incredible as he eases Van into everything that he wants to experience with her. He already knows that he wants it all, but he also knows that he needs to tread carefully with her, and he absolutely does that. Being gentle, caring, protective and understanding, while also letting her know in no uncertain terms how he feels and what he wants from her.

“You’re amazing, Savannah.” He presses his lips ever so gently to the soft skin below my ear … “I love you so much my body aches with it.”

But it’s not all sweet words and baby steps. Ben and Van are great friends, and there’s a wonderful sense of fun in their relationship, and I love that they are able to maintain that. I love that we get to see so much of them together as a couple, and of course there’s sexy time which is hot, intense, and super passionate. And then there’s this…

“Um, Ben?”
“Yes, Angel.”
“Are you pierced?”
His lips tip up into a smile. “I am.”

Van really impressed me. After all that she has endured, nobody would blame her for curling up into a ball and avoiding men for the rest of her life. But she knows Ben, she trusts him, and I so admired her strength and determination in rebuilding her life – and that includes finally exploring her feelings for the man she’s loved her whole life, truly allowing him in and opening herself up to everything they can be together.

“What I had before was dark and evil and wrong. It wasn’t love. It was never love.
“This, right here, is love.”

Ben and Van’s relationship is sweet and sexy with a whole lot of heart. They are open and honest with each other, and there’s very little angst and drama as they find their way forward together and throw themselves all in. And I loved it! Their story is a journey – not only of their relationship, but of Van continuing to reclaim her life, and I love how both of those aspects of the story are woven together. But as much as they love each other and as good for each other as they are, there are still things they have to deal with. There’s a bit of a mystery/drama aspect to the story which adds a bit of intensity, but it’s resolved well and doesn’t overwhelm the absolutely beautiful love story.

“I don’t want to fuck this up, Savannah. We worked too hard to get here.”
“We’re not going to fuck it up.” I tuck my face in his neck and breathe him in. “I heard a saying once. His love roars louder than her demons. I can’t explain this any better than that.”

As with the other books in the series, Van’s brothers and sisters and their significant others are all a part of the action, and I loved catching up with them. I loved seeing where each of the couples are at, but I also loved seeing the girls together, and the boys together – now with the added dynamic of Ben being the man with their sister, not just their lifelong friend, and I loved seeing the love and protectiveness they have for their beloved sister, and the support for them as a couple. This is a great bunch of characters, and they are so much fun together.

I’ve loved this series. Each book is fun, sweet and sexy with great characters, swoony romance and low drama, and I love knowing that I’m going to get exactly that when I pick up one of Kristen Proby’s books. Ben and Van’s story finishes beautifully, and as the end of the series, there’s also a really gorgeous epilogue which completes the story of the Boudreaux clan.

“You’re everything.” He kisses me, his lips much gentler than the rest of him. “You are the beginning and the end of me, Savannah. I don’t work without you.”

I loved this one. 4 stars.

An Advanced Review Copy was generously provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.

 

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Excerpt

Van.”

I spin at the sound of Ben’s voice, and silently cringe. I look horrible. I’m sweating like an ice cold drink without a coaster, and the clothes I wear here are skin tight, making it easier to move.

“You’re not usually here at this time,” I say and dab a towel on my face. “What’s up?”

“I had a meeting with another instructor,” he says with a smile. “Thought I’d say hi.”

“Hi.” I smile and readjust my ponytail. It’s much smaller now, but I can still pull it back. “How was your day?”

“Busy,” he replies and surprises me by letting his eyes travel up and down my body. “I like the new hair. You look great.”

“I’m a mess.” I chuckle and hook my towel around my shoulders. “You, however, do look great.”

That’s a fucking understatement. He’s in cargo shorts and a black tank top, showing off his tattoos and his muscles.

Good lord, the muscles.

“Can I show you a few things?” he asks, breaking my concentration on his muscles.

“Sure,” I frown as I follow him back into the empty classroom. “Am I doing something wrong?”

“No, I just want to go over some form things.” He leads me to the center of the room and stands behind me, looking into my eyes through the mirror.

Oh God. This is way sexier than it probably should be.

“Assume the stance.”

I follow his directions and work very hard to not react to his strong hands on my sides as he walks me through punches, kicks, and better ways to keep my center of gravity.

“You’re small,” he murmurs and pushes my legs just a little closer together. “I want you to keep your feet just a little closer together. You’ll have better balance.”

I nod. “It feels better.”

He smiles at me. I can’t keep my eyes off of him in the mirror. The way he moves, his facial expressions.

Ben has always been attractive to me, but holy shit, did he get hotter? Or was I just too broken before to see it?

Because holy shit, he’s hot.

“Van?”

“Yeah?”

“I just asked you to do the spin/elbow move.”

“Oh.” I bite my lip and will myself to stop ogling his arms.

“Are you okay?”

“Of course.” I do as he asks and spin, attempting to ram my elbow in his nose, the way I’ve been taught, but he blocks and sends me onto my ass. “Damn it.”

“You’re not spinning quickly enough.”

“I’m as clumsy as they get,” I remind him. “If I spin too fast, I’ll fall on my ass. I’ll be helping my attacker more than anything.”

“It’ll actually feel easier,” he says, helping me to my feet. “You can do this. I’ve seen it.”

“You’re taller than anyone else I’ve ever sparred with.”

“Good,” he says and narrows his eyes. “Chances are, if you ever have to defend yourself, your attacker won’t be shorter than you.”

“True.” I nod thoughtfully.

“But if you’re still not comfortable doing this with me, that’s fine. I can make suggestions for Shelly to work on next week.”

“I’m okay,” I reply, and am surprised to realize that it’s true. It wasn’t long ago that I couldn’t stand for any man to touch me, not even my brothers. But I don’t mind so much now.

In fact, I’m utterly shocked to realize that his touch is turning me on. I don’t remember the last time I had sexual thoughts toward a man. Even Ben. Which was one more thing that made me sad.

But hello, long lost hormones.

 

 

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Giveaway

To celebrate the release of Easy Nights, Kristen Proby is giving away a SIGNED paperback copy of the first five books in the series!

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The Escapist Book Blog is not responsible for this giveaway

 

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About Kristen Proby

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Kristen Proby is the author of the bestselling With Me In Seattle and Love Under the Big Sky series. She has a passion for a good love story and strong, humorous characters with a strong sense of loyalty and family. Her men are the alpha type; fiercely protective and a bit bossy, and her ladies are fun, strong, and not afraid to stand up for themselves.

Kristen lives in Montana, where she enjoys coffee, chocolate and sunshine. And naps.

 

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