janfromnj 's review for:

Mr. Masters by T.L. Swan
5.0

A widowed, billionaire judge and the new nanny for his two children. Totally off limits. Or is she?

Julian Masters is a billionaire, judge, and completely unavailable. He lost his wife and is not the least bit interested in another relationship. He’s raising two children, has a high-profile career and if he needs female companionship, he knows where to go….and it’s not into a relationship with the new nanny for his children who’s come to London from Australia with her best friend for new adventures and starting over. The problem? Brielle has NO experience as a nanny and has lied on her resume. AND she believe “Julian Masters” is a woman, until he meets her at the airport. The other problem? Julian thinks “Miss Brielle” is gorgeous……..if not unattainable.

This is an age gap, forbidden relationship, with a single dad and it’s all a wonderful, steamy, and at times funny, read. I loved all the characters, especially teenage Willow, who gradually starts to accept Brielle - Willow hates everyone pretty much - but Brielle sees the sadness behind her arrogance and is determined to break through to her.

Brielle starts to bond with the kids and starts to find her new boss quite attractive, but he’s determined to keep away from her, even as he fantasizes about her (which she discovers by “snooping” ) and as they get to know each other more, their mutual attraction takes shape, especially as Julian sees her bonding with his children.

This is a steamy read, has humor, and of course, the happily ever after. Probably, my favorite part of this story is the friendship/bond between Mr. Masters, Mr. Spencer and Mr. Garcia - all of whom have their own books/stories. Their friendship provides much of the humor, the loyalty they have for each other is very special, and their banter is brilliant.

Nothing like an emotional, forbidden, age gap story with 3 billionaire best friends to pull you into this series and never let you go. Bring on Mr. Spencer, book 2!