Okay, fellow romance lovers, let’s chat about a book that’s hotter than a summer day! If you’re in the mood for a steamy single dad romance with some serious chemistry and a splash of second-chance drama, That First Night by Jenn McMahon is your new best friend.
Seriously, you’ll be glued to the pages!
A Stellar Debut
First off, can we take a moment? This is Jenn’s debut novel, and it’s SO GOOD! Like, how is this her first book? It came out in April 2023, and I was hooked from page one.
The Start of a Sizzling Series
We start with That First Night being book number one in the ‘Firsts in the City’ series (yay for more to come!). Meet Thomas Ford, a billionaire CEO who’s a walking swoon. He’s super tired of boring work events until he meets Peyton, his new nanny, who just so happens to have a wild past with him. Talk about a plot twist!
Chemistry That Sparks (Literally!)
Picture this: They meet, sparks fly, and before you know it, they’re sharing a steamy kiss in a dark corner (total movie moment) until a fire alarm ruins their vibe. Classic, right?
Fast forward five years, and Peyton’s back in the city looking for nanny gigs. She’s just praying for a relaxed interview when she walks into a completely unexpected scenario that could change everything. Spoiler: It’s Thomas. Surprise!
Swoon-Worthy Characters
What starts as a simple boss/employee situation gets all kinds of complicated (thank you, old sparks!), and let me tell you, the tension is off the charts! At first, Peyton seems all shy and reserved, but as the story continues, she blossoms into this confident, sexy queen who knows what she wants. Plus, she’s obsessed with steamy romance novels (relatable) and drops some awesome bookish references throughout the story.
And Thomas? Oh boy. He’s the classic reformed playboy: great with his hands (ahem), a devoted dad, tattooed, and sporting those gray sweatpants we all dream about.
The side characters are just as fab! You’ll love the girl gang vibe with Peyton, Kali, and Avery—seriously, friendship goals! And let’s not forget the heartwarming father-son moments between Thomas and his son, James, plus the iconic GiGi. Just perfection!
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Why You Need to Read It
If you’re into second chances, forced proximity, and a dash of forbidden tension wrapped in a heartwarming story, That First Night is calling your name! Whether you’re a romance veteran or just dipping your toes into the genre, this book will give you ALL the feels.
Don’t just take my word for it!
And guess what? If you love it (which you totally will), you can binge the rest of the series: That First Date, That First Flight, and Jenn’s latest, That Last Secret, all available now!
Looking for More Romance?
Oh, and if you’re looking for more steamy goodness, check out my own romance novels, the Hearts series: Heartbeats & Hashtags, Reconnected Hearts, and Thaw My Heart, all ready for you on Kindle Unlimited and Amazon. Happy reading!
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