{"id":55960,"date":"2020-11-18T15:00:12","date_gmt":"2020-11-18T20:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.escapistbookblog.com\/?p=55960"},"modified":"2020-11-18T20:06:48","modified_gmt":"2020-11-19T01:06:48","slug":"release-blitz-arc-review-one-time-only-by-lauren-blakely","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.escapistbookblog.com\/?p=55960","title":{"rendered":"Release Blitz & ARC Review: One Time Only by Lauren Blakely"},"content":{"rendered":"

An all-new fiery, passionate MM romance novel from #1 New York Times Bestselling author Lauren Blakely!! ONE TIME ONLY is AVAILABLE NOW on audio AND eBook!<\/b><\/h4>\n

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One Time Only<\/strong><\/h4>\n

by Lauren Blakely<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Released – 18 November 2020<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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AVAILABLE NOW!<\/strong>
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\u00a0*ONE TIME ONLY is performed by Jacob Morgan and Teddy Hamilton!*<\/b><\/p>\n

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Blurb<\/strong><\/h4>\n

A fiery, passionate MM forbidden romance novel from #1 New York Times Bestselling author Lauren Blakely…<\/p>\n

Ever hear the story about the bodyguard who falls for the rock star?<\/p>\n

Yeah, it never ends well.<\/p>\n

Each day I remind myself that it’s my job to protect Stone. And nowhere in the job description does it say I should lust after the charismatic, charming man.<\/p>\n

Especially since we’re opposites.<\/p>\n

But every night I spend with him the dangerous, off-limits attraction grows more intense.<\/p>\n

Until one\u00a0night in a limo when we combust.<\/p>\n

One\u00a0time\u00a0only\u00a0will have to be enough. One\u00a0scorching, forbidden night.<\/p>\n

Because the mistakes from the past are chasing me. And if I give in again, I’ll lose everything.<\/p>\n

But sometimes you grab hold of the desire. And other times, the desire takes hold of you.<\/p>\n

No matter the cost.<\/p>\n

Find\u00a0One Time Only<\/em>\u00a0on GOODREADS<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Review<\/strong><\/h4>\n

4.5 stars!!<\/strong><\/p>\n

One Time Only<\/i> is a steamy, swoony, forbidden rock star romance that you\u2019ll easily get lost in. Stone and Jackson are an awesome pair who give us the right amount of humor, heart, and heat, and I loved their love story.<\/p>\n

Jackson has been Stone\u2019s bodyguard for the last several months and he is on the top of his game when it comes to managing Stone\u2019s safety. He just hasn\u2019t been able to manage the feelings he has for the rock star and it gets harder and harder to resist Stone when he starts to think that Stone might feel the same way.<\/p>\n

He is all my filthy, forbidden wishes.<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

A fiery kiss shows them how good they could be even as they fight the pull, and finally, they give into a night of passion to get it out of their systems. However, try as they may to keep it a \u201cone time only\u201d experience there was no way these two were ever going to be able to have only one night. They are just too good together!<\/p>\n

Bring on the extinguishers because this book is on fire! Sizzling sexual tension surrounds Jackson and Stone as they try so hard to keep their attraction in check but it was on a matter of time before stolen glances and hot kisses make things so much more difficult. When they finally come together they are explosive.<\/p>\n

All my rules, all my reasons have vacated the premises. They fell by the wayside the second I threw down my offer.
\nI don\u2019t care about anything right now except this fevered, frenzied dream.
\nThat\u2019s all it can be, a sexy, filthy fantasy, but I\u2019m living it in this moment.<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

There is so much more to them than their time in the bedroom, though. I loved that they had a true connection. Both bring on the swoon and they are real, sensitive, and vulnerable. Neither are looking for something serious but they have never felt the way they do before.<\/p>\n

How do I give voice to this cyclone of emotions clawing through me? To all this newness?
\nI don\u2019t know, so instead I kiss him the way I feel.
\nWe kiss like fireworks, like an anthem, like lightning and thunder and summer rain.<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

I understand why they try to keep it light, however, add on the fact that they are awesome friends and get along so well while still being able to joke and have fun, they are perfect for each other. I believed in them as a couple and loved them together.<\/p>\n

There is a bit of a forbidden element to the story and I liked how things played out. The progression from friends to lovers is well-paced and believable. The fears and reservations about moving forward are understandable, and though there\u2019s a little bit of angst, it\u2019s nothing to stress out over. Stone and Jackson don\u2019t keep us waiting long for a happily-ever-after and I loved it!<\/p>\n

*Note: Though you can read One Time Only<\/i> without having read Maybe This Time<\/i><\/a> first, I did enjoy getting a more complete backstory to Jackson and Stone\u2019s history in the prequel novella and recommend reading it before you dive into One Time Only<\/em>.<\/p>\n

*ARC generously provided by the author and Candi Kane PR*<\/em><\/p>\n

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Maybe This Time: a One Time Only novella
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About the Author<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sweet, sexy and witty. She also writes red-hot love stories for her Lauren Blakely After Dark line.
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She’d love to give you a free book today so check out her WEBSITE<\/a> and grab one today!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Check out our LAUERN BLAKELY AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT<\/a> for more amazing reads!<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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