Secret Kisses

The Sterling Brothers, Book 3

De: Layla Hagen

Narrado por: Emma Wilder, Stephen Dexter Dexter

I don’t give a damn what people say about me. I’m successful and confident—one of San Diego’s youngest CEOs.

But when my womanizer rep costs me a major business deal, I’ve got a problem.

One of my brothers suggests a fake girlfriend. Ridiculous. Then I spot the perfect opportunity. At a bar, I overhear a stunning blonde getting utterly humiliated by her ex—who casually informs her he dumped her to marry someone else. What an idiot.

She looks like she needs rescuing. So, I sit at their table and kiss her like I’ve done it a million times. After the jerk bails, I make her a deal: be my fake date for one business dinner.

Phoebe agrees.

It should’ve been simple, but the dinner turns into a weekend at a beach house. One bedroom. Too much wine. One unforgettable night. The next morning, she tries to pretend it didn’t happen.

Phoebe is nothing like the women I usually date. She’s hardworking, has a sharp sense of humor, and she’s the most selfless person I’ve met. That’s why I want more.

I just have to prove that there’s more to me than she thinks. I’m close to my family. I spoil my nephew. I’m ready to change. Phoebe is still hurting and wants to play it safe. But I won’t give up. Because this fake relationship is starting to feel very real.

©2025 Layla Hagen (P)2025 Layla Hagen

Fantastic Story & Narration🎧Charming & Heartfelt!

Layla Hagen puts her own unique spin on the fake dating trope, and I loved everything about it, from her wonderful writing style to the fabulous characters and storylines she created, to the perfectly cast narrators who brings it all to life from the pages to your ears. This third book in the series is Griffin and Phoebe’s story, and it stands on its own, though there are crossover characters from the earlier books, while knowing their backstories adds some depth, everything you need to know is in the descriptive details. You can not help but love the camaraderie among the Sterling brothers, their solid relationships and the witty dialogue and banter between them, which balances out their serious business conversations and matters. Griffin was looking for a new business venture to invest in, a dating app, but not an ordinary one, but when he speaks to the creator of the app, he does not think Griffin is a good fit. Griffin has a reputation of being a player and never wanting to settle down. After the meeting, he sits at the bar of the trendy restaurant he had his meeting, and he overhears the conversation the two women next to him were having. Phoebe was heartbroken when her long-term boyfriend, she was meeting him that night and wanted her friend, Veronica, nearby for support, Veronica did better than that, got Griffin, who volunteered to pretend to be Phoebe’s boyfriend, went over and interrupted the meeting with her ex. The plan worked like a charm, causing her ex to get frazzled and go on his not so merry way. That was not the last he would see of Phoebe, and since he saved her from having to deal with her ex, she offered to help him, to be his fake girlfriend so he could give another go at acquiring the investment he wants. Griffin knows she is a forever type of girl, but she made it clear she was not looking for any type of commitment or relationship, so he accepted her offer. It was wonderful to see their relationship morph into something so much more, and I thought they were great together and for each other. I loved all the layers of this beautifully plotted story and how everything unfolded, with the perfect balance of drama, a touch of angst, heartwarming moments, heartfelt emotions and steamy romance. Layla Hagen, thank you for another fabulous story and emotional rollercoaster ride.

🎧📚🎧Stephen Dexter and Emma Wilder did a fabulous job voicing and portraying the characters. They fully embodied their roles, grasping every aspect of their character’s personality, and were believable in every role, especially as the two leads, Griffin and Phoebe. These two are a fantastic pairing, with voices and talent that complement each other and an enthralling performance that keeps you glued to the story. They are entertaining storytellers and a pleasure to listen to.