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wilko's review
5.0
The Aldridge family is one hella big and complicated family with 6 brother who are born via their unfaithful father who has now passed away. This book is not only about one of the brothers Hayes and his second chance at love with Blair who has known the family for years and been through a lot with them especially Carter but also the rest of the brothers who were once close then blew apart after what happened to Carter. You get plenty of laughs, idiotic and at times terribly alpha men lol , sassy women, anger, love and a leap of faith. I inhaled this book in one sitting and can not wait for the next one so we get to know the rest of the brothers better and see where Blair and Hayes are at long with the towns social media! lol
jamiesbookaddiction's review
4.0
I enjoyed this book. There was a lot of angst in this book. I was surprised we had more of Hayes's POV in this book than Blaires. I actually really prefer more of the male POV. It also helped get me intrigued to read the brother's books by doing it this way as well. Hayes is really trying to repair his relationship with Blaire as well as all his brothers in this book. I felt for them. They all had to deal with a crappy dad, but some also had crappy mom's to deal with as well.
There wasn't a huge amount of background on Blaire other than her relationship with the brothers. We know she had leukemia in her teens, was homeschooled, and her brothers blame her for their family issues.
I loved the banter between Blaire and Hayes. Add Sophia into the mix and it was even better. This was a good second chance romance.
There wasn't a huge amount of background on Blaire other than her relationship with the brothers. We know she had leukemia in her teens, was homeschooled, and her brothers blame her for their family issues.
I loved the banter between Blaire and Hayes. Add Sophia into the mix and it was even better. This was a good second chance romance.
pagesinkedinshadows's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
This was a crazy hectic second chance romance, full of family, chaos, and more.
Hayes’s life is about to be changed forever, when his father dies & his inheritance will take 18 months, a whole lot of togetherness, working through the past and relying on his brothers.
I enjoyed the chemistry between Hayes and & Blair, the banter & snark between the brothers and the budding friendships that are sure to grow between Blair and the other ladies.
Hayes’s life is about to be changed forever, when his father dies & his inheritance will take 18 months, a whole lot of togetherness, working through the past and relying on his brothers.
I enjoyed the chemistry between Hayes and & Blair, the banter & snark between the brothers and the budding friendships that are sure to grow between Blair and the other ladies.
lynael's review against another edition
5.0
LOVED EVERY SINGLE WORD
Absolutely loved it
Heading to buy the entire series’s ASAP can’t wait
Please let there be a Henry and Sophia story I would pay top dollar for that alone !!
Absolutely loved it
Heading to buy the entire series’s ASAP can’t wait
Please let there be a Henry and Sophia story I would pay top dollar for that alone !!
haddy's review against another edition
‘Waaa waaa I hate my dad so much blah blah’ ‘oh he also gave us 10 BILLION DOLLARS EACH as a trust fund’ 🥴🥴
iamauden's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Death
ssrosepetal's review
4.0
From the moment I started reading this book I knew it was one I wouldn't be able to put down. I also knew this was a series that I wouldn't be able to pass up. Just getting to know these brothers intrigued me and made me want more. They are all beautifully broken and damaged. They need that special someone to help them see their good and I can't wait to enjoy this ride.
Hayes and Blaire had my heart throughout this whole book. Hayes broke both of their hearts years ago. Then Blaire broke Hayes' even more. But she had her reasons, reasons that I understood. Their relationship may have been fast the second time around, but when you are meant to be time doesn't matter. I love how much of a science nerd Hayes is. I love how he said that the two of them are part of the same star. He made science sound so romantic! Blaire is amazing! Her past story is so sad but it made me love her more, especially with how she is helping the world.
This family has me so intrigued and I can't wait to get more. I want to know if there is more of a reason for William's will. My only gripe is that it's not the complete story. Each of these brothers will bring more into this craziness and I'm looking forward to it! *I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book for my honest and unbiased review.*
Hayes and Blaire had my heart throughout this whole book. Hayes broke both of their hearts years ago. Then Blaire broke Hayes' even more. But she had her reasons, reasons that I understood. Their relationship may have been fast the second time around, but when you are meant to be time doesn't matter. I love how much of a science nerd Hayes is. I love how he said that the two of them are part of the same star. He made science sound so romantic! Blaire is amazing! Her past story is so sad but it made me love her more, especially with how she is helping the world.
This family has me so intrigued and I can't wait to get more. I want to know if there is more of a reason for William's will. My only gripe is that it's not the complete story. Each of these brothers will bring more into this craziness and I'm looking forward to it! *I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book for my honest and unbiased review.*
dacejav's review
2.0
I was struggling to finish it: it was really dull, could not believe anything and really connect with anyone. Not likely to read anything else from this author.
mommasaystoread's review
5.0
Terrific start to a promising series! Loved You Once is a great second chance romance with more chemistry than you can shake a stick at. It's also a brilliant introduction to the Alderidge brothers, and with a cast of characters like this, there's no way I'm missing out on any part of this series. Claudia Burgoa always mixes just the right amount of angst with fabulous wit and humor, but she's really outdone herself with this one. Normally, I shy away from the sibling's ex because of the ick factor - just my personal opinion of the trope, but more often than not, it doesn't work for me. This one has none of that, and it's done differently than most of the ones I've read in its shared romance trope, plus the characters are too good together not to want more of them. Blaire and Hayes are likable both together and separately, and Hayes pulls out all the stops to win Blaire back, which just endears him that much more. I'm a sucker for second chance romances anyway, and the small town angle makes it that much better. Then you add in the family dynamic between these brothers, and I was quickly fully invested in not just this couple but the whole family. Witty banter, all the feels romance, engaging characters, and a fast-paced story, this one has it all, and I can't wait for whatever comes next in this series. Claudia Burgoa has started the Baker's Creek Billionaire Brothers out with a bang, and if this first book is any indication, it's going to be a terrific ride.