Flaunt

De: Adriana Locke

Narrado por: Jacob Morgan, Mackenzie Cartwright

Looking for a Fake Fiancé

Have you ever wanted to prove someone wrong so badly that you could taste it?

It doesn’t matter if they’re right. The fact that they had the audacity to go there is what counts.

Hi. It’s me. I’m that person.

The man I’ve been casually seeing told me I’m not “wife material” and I should “lower my expectations.” Didn’t he realize I lowered them the moment I met him for dinner?

Obviously not.

Am I petty? Maybe. Annoyed? Of course. Determined? Definitely.

I need someone to help me flaunt my new engagement—my fiancé couldn’t wait to pop the question because I’m that amazing—in his face.
The problem? I don’t have a boyfriend, let alone a husband-to-be.
Which brings us to you.

Are you handsome? Successful? A smooth talker extraordinaire?
Are you willing to do all the things that someone madly in love would do?

Putting your hand on the small of my back. Forehead kissing. Acting like I’m a treasure you can’t live without. I need you to be prepared to do all those things … and maybe more.

What do you get out of this? I’m willing to negotiate terms—especially if they include a job and a place to stay. It’s a long story.

One night. One event. Let’s put on one heck of a show.

From USA Today and Amazon Charts best-selling author comes a “hot and hilarious!” fake-dating tale between two frenemies turned roommates-to-lovers. Fans of close-proximity, and blue-collar, small-town heroes will fall madly in love with this story.

©2023 Adriana Locke (P)2023 Adriana Locke

This one was so much fun!

Banks Carmichael is the "baby" of the family - a position he is not willing to relinquish. He's got everything working for him. He's super cute, adorable, everyone loves him and he gets away with everything. Including the never-ending pranks he pulls on his brothers. Life has been pretty good until his newlywed brother and his wife rope him into hosting her best friend Sara at his place for a few weeks. Sara's been down on her luck, having lost her great Jon, her boyfriend and her apartment in one sitting. Neither one is happy with the arrangement because they have a history of bickering and it won't be fun. Well, after a hilarious situation that includes a certain "toy" clogging a pipe, Banks agrees to take Sara in. Well, we all know where this is going, right? And we're here for it! 

Oh, I had SO MUCH FUN with this one! Banks could be just an annoying man-child but he is actually adorable and swoony. Sara is hurt and so very much alone and despondent and Banks (and with him come all the Carmichaels) is just what she needed! 

As soon as I finished this one, I went to get the stories of the other Carmichaels because, just like Sara, I feel for this whole family of chicken daddy pranks, silly races, Sunday dinners and a man who takes an old lady to lunch regularly. 

Narration: This narrator duo is an absolute dream! Mackenzie Cartwright plays Sara perfectly - sassy but with an underlying sadness and vulnerably that's very touching. Jacob Morgan is at his best as the witty, charming, swoony and adorable Banks (as well as his family. He's a hoot as Damaris!). He cranked up the Southern boy full on for this one and it's a delight! Highly recommend!

Banks!

Omg I loved Banks. He has been a favorite of mine since the beginning. Sara is perfect for him and I loved how their relationship developed. Overall a good read!

The narration is fantastic. Jacob nailed Banks. He is exactly what I imagined. A great listen!

This story had me laughing

I absolutely loved the characters personalities. How they all interacted with each other. Their witty humor and their love for each other was great! I enjoyed them more than the story line itself, but it too was enjoyable. Definitely a good book, and YES to the narrator’s!

Sweet romance tale - easy listen

I got this book because of the sale that was going on and wanted an easy listen after a heavy one that I finished….It was fun, sweet and love the Banks’s family and all the handsome brothers. I am sure there are other spinoffs from the other brothers’ perspective.

Frenemies

I read the Carmichael Family Series out of order, but it was easy to follow. I thought the FMC, Sara, would be annoying because she was all over the place. Her character development made her really likable in the end. The MMC, Banks, was funny from the start. This man was a walking green flag, and these two were good together. I'm excited to read the other books.

Excellent read

I loved the narration and this book. I love Banks he’s so lovable and full of himself. You’ve outdone yourself Adriana!!!!!

Perfection

Banks’ and Sara’s love story was all heart and heat. Banks is of course another perfect Carmichael boy who falls hard and fast. He sees the best in Sara and loves her exactly as he sees her with his whole heart, soul and body. She did not have a chance. Who could say no to that total hottie? I totally swooned when she told him she wanted his babies. His reaction was everything. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

Banks and Sarah are freaking adorable!!

This is an absolute adorable story about two people that are both a little different in their own ways and have the cutest banter! It also has a touch of emotions that make you just love it! Banks made me laugh and also fall head over heels for him and all his quirks. Sarah made me hurt for how she had been treated by so many and yet I loved her personality, especially with Banks. I loved the entire family dynamics of the Carmichael’s as well.

Banks is so fun!

4.5 stars

I listened to the book before this one (Fluke) about Jess Carmichael and Pippa. Banks Carmichael was so much fun in that book that I knew I couldn’t wait to read his story.

And he did not disappoint.

Banks and Sara aren’t friends. In fact, he tries to do anything to avoid her. But, after a hilarious bathroom incident to finding out that she is temporarily staying with his brother and his wife, they end up being in each others orbit a lot more. This leads to them realizing that they like each other more than they thought!

I listened to this book. It’s narrated by Mackenzie Cartwright and Jacob Morgan. Mackenzie as Sara brought out her sass, but also her vulnerability. Jacob was pure magic as Banks. He was just amazing in his delivery as fun-loving Banks.

I really enjoyed this book and audio. I binged it in one day. It is so entertaining, funny, but also full of heart.

Thank you to Valentine PR for an audio copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Made me laugh out loud

I loved it this book. it wasn't cheesy like other books from the same genre.