This book is part of the Scarsdale Foster series but this time we are not focusing on one of the foster children but their friends. Barbara is Seren’s best friend and she finds herself in a pickle when she figures out her husband is now her ex but as they work together she is forced to keep putting that smile on her face. Especially with it being the holiday season it means parties she already doesn’t want to attend she now needs to attend with him and his girlfriend. Yikes. But what is a girl to do when she loves her job and doesn’t want her ex to win. She finds herself a plus one to take to those events. Cue in Bentley he is the best friend of Dave. Bentley is smart, handsome, and he knows it. His greatest joy is to throw his money around and parade the girls on his arm. But as much of a player he is, Bentley also is there for a friend in need and when he finds out that Barbara needs a plus one he offers his help. This is a fun little holiday read with the fake dating to a happy ending. Barbara and Bentley have made appearances in the prior books but you could read this on your own. I loved this story because once more B.E. Baker starts the year off with a hook that got me and kept me engaged throughout. It was beautiful and don’t be put out that it is a holiday story you can read anytime of the year.

First time reading this author. A sweet story and I enjoyed reading it. Completely clean, thank you.

What a cute story! I love that each of the main characters had some growing to do, and I love how supportive they all were! I’m looking forward to the next book in this series!

I fell in love with this story from the start. Such great characters that you feel part of the story. There were laugh out loud moments as well as some times to cry along with the character. I really had a hard time putting this down as I was anxious to see where the story was going. I love how it put an emphasis on the value of a positive self image and self worth. I had read a teaser on this before it was released and couldn’t wait to read…it did not disappoint! I highly recommend.

Bentley and Barbara are such a a sweet couple and Ricki and Nikki are adorable, smart, tough kids. Bridget E. Baker is one of my favorite authors and this story is wonderful. I couldn’t put it down.

I'm so happy B.E. Baker wrote Bently and Barbara's story. I love their chemistry. I love how comfortable they are with each other because they have been friends so long. I love the added foster story. Fun to see others from the first two books as well. Great Christmas read!

Classic B.E.Baker with a rich cast of characters and prose that hooks you in and won't let you go! You will feel Barbara's heartache and pain; will want to do serious damage to her supercilious ex-husband; and will root for Bentley as he goes from clueless silver-spoon to doing everything he can to show Barbara that she is an amazing woman: classy, clever, and beautiful. Add in a couple of precocious 11-yo twins who need a mom like Barbara and SHAZAM! You've got the B.E.Baker magic!

This is a good story! Bentley and Barbara are so cute together. They have known each other for years but have only remained friends. That is until Bentley decides he needs Barbara’s help to find the one. Barbara agrees because she needs a date to some Christmas parties that she will have to attend and her ex husband will be there. What happens when they start falling for each other?

I loved getting to know Bentley a little more in the last book, and I was super excited to see him finally get his happily ever after! This series is so great!!!

From the first book in this series I have been in love with it. The characters, the community, all of it even Alice the “cranky” caseworker. But if I’m being completely honest this was one I was not looking forward to reading. That was the dumbest thought I have had in a long time. I think this was one of my favorites. Learning Barbara and Bentleys stories and watching their love unfold was beautiful. As a plus sized woman I loved that Barbara was plus sized as well. I can’t wait for Loaded and to learn more about Bea and have a front row seat to Barbara and Bentleys Wedding. I am praying this series doesn’t end until after Ricki and Nicki get their happily ever after too. Thank you Bridget for the love and care you put into this series. As a mom of 8 adopted kids through the foster care system you have leaned into all the right emotions, thoughts and fears throughout the series.