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You Can't Kiss the Nanny, Brady Banks

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I love everything that Piper Rayne releases and these ladies knocked it out of the park or field? with Brady Banks!
I adored the relationship that he had with the mother of his child, it was so great to see his parents again, and I just loved how wholesome they turned this playboy. I could not get enough of this story!

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You Can't Kiss the Nanny, Brady Banks is phenomenal, page turning read from Piper Rayne.

I couldn't stop reading it and cannot wait to read more books in this series. A Must read for all readers.

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One can only say they love sports romances so many times before it gets annoying. But I. Love. Sports. Romances. This was a great example of why the addition of a fit professional athlete makes everything better. Add in the fact that they’re a single parent means I’m completely done for.

Brady Daddy Banks was something straight from a dream. I loved how hard he fell for his one-night stand, turned nanny Violet Park and the little restraint he had when it came to her. While one of my personal favorite parts of a romance book is the tension between the two main characters, I was thankful there wasn’t too much in this read. I also realized how sexy pantry’s can be…

The plot alone had me hooked before I even started the book, but I was a little disappointed in the lack of background details in our characters. Violet wasn’t ready to jump into a new relationship because her fiance cheated on her. While definitely understandable because we got minimal details about it, it just seemed like an excuse she used to deny her feelings.

On the other hand, Brady’s adult ass was still working through some mommy issues. Again, having a parent who left when he was a baby is completely understandable and no other mother figure could replace that. But besides knowing his mom left, he’d always had his step-mom in the picture and his abandonment issues seemed like an excuse.

Overall, I really enjoyed this book and was thankful it was so easy to follow seeing as it is the second book in the Kingsman Football series (and this being an ARC from the amazing Valentine PR, I wasn’t able to read the first one beforehand). This book taught me that my love of sports romances isn’t going anywhere and that I love an ~educational~ mom who teaches their son just what a woman wants…

Book Rating: 4/5
Spice Rating: 3/5

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A sweet and steamy romance. Who would have thought what a sweet book boyfriend Brady would make. After an unforgettable one night stand Brady is more than surprised and excited to have found that woman again. As his new nanny.
Not searched, not forgotten but found. That is when Violet sees who happens to be her new Boss and father of the child she is supposed to take of for the next few months.
Sure that the stay away rule does not work. But what is supposed to be casual doesn't either.
So Violet and Cody too, have to figure themselves out. Their fears and feelings and if it is possible that there is more. But can past experiences, difficult parents and the lack of communication be overcome.
We find out how both handle their thoughts and feelings and figure them out.
Wonderfully written.

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Omg what a cute, fun, and spicy read. Brady was everything 😮‍💨 I am fully in my single dad era right now and this checked all the boxes!

🏈𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞
🏈𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐝/𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐲
🏈𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐲 🥵

If you love all of the above 👆🏻 I definitely recommend this super cute, quick, and spicy read!

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4.5 stars
Brady Banks is cocky, confident and a bit of a playboy so it was a lot of fun to see him all tied up in knots over Violet. When they meet again as boss and employee their interactions are full of so many deliciously awkward moments and steamy tension until the chemistry is something they can’t ignore.
But they have more than a few obstacles to overcome, including themselves. Violet has a lot of baggage that weighs her down and affects her decisions. Her relationship with her parents is strained and her previous relationships have really burnt her. So in her attempts to prevent future heartbreak she ends up creating it in the present. Brady doesn’t have quite so many past issues and he’s really the one to fall first –who doesn’t love a hero that falls first?!
Theo is absolutely adorable and I loved seeing both Brady and Violet’s relationships with him.
The epilogue and bonus scene were amazing, not only is there some brilliant Brady and Violet moments but it hints at oh so much fun in Chase’s book which is next in the series.

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This is Book 2 in the Kingsmen Football Stars Series by this author, and can be read as a standalone. It is an off limits romance between wide receiver Brady and his son's nanny, Violet. These flawed but likeable characters, the strong connection, the combustible chemistry, and the unique plot make for an entertaining read. What starts out as a one night stand turns into something more. It is a heartwarming love story with some steam, drama, humor, twists and turns, and engaging secondary characters to keep the reader interested. A great addition to the series.

I received an Advance Reader Copy of this book from Valentine PR and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review.

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I'm really loving this series. Brady comes off as a bit of a play boy in book one but there is way more to his story than meets the eye.
Especially when he meets Violet the new Nanny who was only meant to be a one night stand months ago but he can't seem to get her out of his head.
Brady being a single dad co-parents successfully with his son's mom Hannah. This is something I loved about this book. This is a healthy co-parenting relationship that was really refreshing.
Especially when you take how great both parents relationships are with Theo and then also a great relationship with Violet.
I enjoyed both Brady and Violet's vulnerable yet big personalities, that part of Brady especially let us see both sides of his parents Jasper and Lennon.
There is so much more so read the book it's fun, and happy, and come on there are LEGOs.
I have voluntarily left this review.

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At the end of Lee's story, Brady comes in with a problem, we already have guessed as to what the problem the single father has. The one-night stand that he can't get out of his head and has been thinking about for months, well he finally found her, or I guess it's she found him. When Brady is in need of a nanny for a few months, while his son's mother leaves to do her job, Violet is the person that was hired for the job. Neither had a clue as to who the other was, they just know that they had a great one night. Now it's all business as Brady's son comes first and foremost. But can the two ignore the feelings they have between them for the long three months?

This was such a great story! Brady and Violet are a huge hit, giving us some really great drama, and naughty moments that were on fire. Don't forget the moments that this amazing duo have us laughing out loud. I give this 5 stars.

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4.5/5 stars

Another perfect book from @authorpiperrayne <3

I feel like I’m repeating myself over and over again, but books by author duo #PiperRayne simply always make me smile and put me in a happy mood. Whenever I’m feeling down or feel like I’m in a reading slump a Piper Rayne book will make me cheer up again and get me out of any funk! The #KingsmenFootballStars series is no exception. These books are everything I need in one neat package. Lovely characters, strong female leads, smoking hot athletes, great dialogues, all the feels, a good amount of humour and big gestures. All of this put together and my heart is happy. 😊
As for this specific second book in the #footballromance series #YouCantKissTheNannyBradyBanks ? Well, we have a hot #singledad and an absolutely adorable little boy that will make your heart melt (if it’s not already in a puddle after meeting the sexy daddy lol).
We met Brady in the first book #YouHadYourChanceLeeBurrows already and he appeared to be quite the player, but there was one woman whom he just couldn’t get out of his head. Imagine his surprise when that woman happens to be the new nanny for his son.
The attraction between those two is high and of course they’re trying to do the *reasonable* and *adult* thing and behave, so things don’t get messy with the new boss/employee situation. Who was surprised when this didn’t work out? For sure not me! Lmao
The looks, the sizzling attraction, the trying-to-stay-away-but-can’t-keep-their-eyes-off-each-other made for some really nice situations if you know what I mean. But to be quite honest, they didn’t immediately rip each other clothes off. Lol In fact, I feel like this book was a little bit on the tamer side, however, the emotional build up and the slow burn was totally worth it. Especially, because Violet built such a sweet relationship with Theo and the fact that she grew so fond of the little boy left marks on Brady as well. I honestly believe that Violet and Brady’s relationship wouldn’t have developed the way it had weren’t it for Violet’s relationship and caring manner towards Theo. And can we also talk about the fact that Brady and Hannah were amazing at the whole co-parenting thing? Hannah wasn’t portrayed as the “evil mum” and I loved how friendly the co-parenting situation went, because it also shows the respect Brady has for not only Hannah and Violet, but I feel like women in general, DESPITE him being portrayed as a player as well. It certainly is a weird mix and almost sounds paradox, but Piper and Rayne definitely made it work and I love that!
So, obviously you’ll have to find out what happens and all the in between development by reading yourself, but I will always recommend Piper Rayne books, so that being said, this one is definitely another #sportsromance #bookrec from me. 😊

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We are back with the second book in the Kingsmen Football series! Brady Banks is the star wide receiver for the Kingsmen football team. He meets Violet and they have a passionate night together, but afterwards she refuses to give him her name and number as she's only interested in using him as a rebound after ending her engagement. However… 6 months later, she shows up on his doorstep as the nanny for his son Theo.

I love the family relationships portrayed in this book. Brady is an amazing father to his son Theo. And his co-parenting relationship with Theo's mom, Hannah, is refreshing. Hannah's character could have easily been written as a villain; an ex-girlfriend jealous of Brady moving on with someone else, but instead, we get to see that they are truly better off as friends and like and respect one another. It brings a new dynamic to what could be an easy trope to fall back on.

I love all the sides we get to see to Brady. You see him in his player days at the beginning, but you see that he's responsible and caring, he is protective, he can be serious but also playful. He also has a naughty side which no one is complaining about. I feel like Violet was a good character, but not great. She's kind, caring and nurturing. She's clearly independent having left law school to become a nanny and is determined to carve her own path in life. She doesn't have a great relationship with her family; due to her culture, they have high expectations for how she should be living her life. I felt disappointed a little bit that we didn’t get a more satisfying resolution between Violet and her family.

Brady and Violet are fire together. They have an instant chemistry; there's a reason why Brady pined after her for 6 months before they serendipitously met again. Neither is afraid to go after what they want and try new things. Which makes for an enjoyable reader experience if you know what I mean. And I love that, despite them being in an interracial relationship, they embrace one another's families and differences. It's a non-issue for them, as it should be.

A few things brought my rating down. At the end, there is a conversation about Brady's abandonment issues from his mother leaving him when he was young. I feel like this came out of nowhere a little bit, and could definitely have been fleshed out more throughout the book. And the pace at which their relationship escalates at the end with the break-up/make-up/immediate proposal really threw me for a loop and felt unncessary. I'd have rather seen their characters get back together and spend time in their relationship before taking the engagement step later on, or in the epilogue.

Overall, a great read and a good continuation of the series! Definitely recommend!

I received an advanced copy of this book, but the review is my own.

3.5 stars
Tags: sports romance, single parent, close proximity, forbidden romance, guy falls first
Spice: 3 peppers
First person/Dual POV

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Nanny, Brady Banks by Piper Rayne 4⭐️
This book has all the tropes ✔️one night stand ✔️single dad ✔️sports romance…ok, I’m sure there are several more but those are some of my favorites.
Anyway…. Brady and Violet’s story was a steamy, fun and easy to read. They clearly had instant chemistry but that only grew as they worked together to take care of Brady’s son, Theo, whom I have to mention is so adorable and had some funny, yet innocent comments that made me chuckle.
Of course this book had its rocky moments as well since Violet is desperately trying to protect her heart and Brady needs to protect his son but with both the help of their friends and Brady’s parents (omg his mom is a hoot!!) they were able to deliver the happily ever after I was hoping for.

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This is book #2 in the Kingsmen Football Series. We get Brady & Violet. It's definitely a feel good story with all the feels and smoking hot chemistry. This was a fun, sweet story with an adorable little boy who will make you smile. I absolutely loved this story.

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If you love single dad romances you will want to make sure you check this one out! I was hooked immediately, it was pretty much a one sit read for me! This was a pretty quick low drama read. I really liked Violet and Brady! They were perfect for each other. The ending doesn’t leave in a cliffhanger but it will leave you excited for the next book! Overall it was a great read that I definitely recommend!

Received a arc for a honest review.

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I have really enjoyed the new Kingsmen Football series by Piper Rayne! You Can’t Kiss the Nanny, Brady Banks is a low-angst one-night-stand, single-parent romance. I liked Brady when he was introduced in book one; he’s a charismatic, kind, witty single dad and pro football player. I adore a hunky, well-adjusted & spicy athlete hero and Brady is a total love. Violet is a sweetheart, romance-shy, lovely character. Brady’s teammates are entertaining, solid friends, and wonderful with Brady’s son, Theo. The way his team and family envelope Violet is endearing. What was supposed to be a no-names, steamy one-night-stand lived rent-free in Brady Banks’ mind for months. Until the woman he fantasized on loop about walks back into his life. I loved Brady and Violet’s chemistry. This fun & flirty sports romcom is heartfelt, sweet & spicy!

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Oh Brady Banks. I love you.

The hot as f*ck single dad has rules. He does one night stands and that's it, no commitment, no attachments...until her. His mystery woman refuses to tell him her name or give him her phone number.

Fast forward six months and who ends up in his home as his son's new nanny? Mystery woman...otherwise known as Violet. There chemistry is electric and still strong six months later...but they both decide to be professional and ignore the invisible thread pulling them together.

I love how easily and effortlessly Piper Rayne hooks you with their characters. I wanted Brady, Chase and Miles stories within several Chapters of You Had Your Chance, Lee Burrows. So there should be a disclaimer that they can do no wrong in my eyes with the Kingsmen series.

Violet has a complicated past and has her heart closed off, she isn't interested in getting hurt again...but a little stress release wouldn't hurt. And Brady has his own past to navigate through, so why not give in to the chemistry and have some fun with the nanny? These two are delusional if they think they can keep their "relationship" strictly physical.

I should also mention Brady as quickly become one of my fav daddies...I will call him Daddy Banks from here on out.

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I love Brady and violet , I love when couples get a second chance at rekindling a romance spark, that’s exactly what happens here but in a funny way and wow so good ,Brady really shows what a amazing guy he is . Can’t wait for everyone to fall in love with this couple .

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You know how someone comes off some way and you think you know that person but soon realize that is not who they are. That is exactly how I felt learning about Brady Banks. That man come off as this sexist playboy but in reality, he was a loving, doting single dad that had just needed that right woman to love him.

Violet was this sweet nurturing woman that you just could help but love. The way she took care of Brady’s son was beyond amazing. Violet and Brady had this connection that even Brady couldn’t deny. What started as just one night turned in to this beautiful love story.

There were a few laugh out loud moments and some sweet moments. There was combustible chemistry and loads of sexiness. A great addition to the series. I look forward to more Kingsmen stories.

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Piper Rayne have done it again, bringing a thoroughly entertaining story this time with single dad Brady, his adorable son, Theo, and Violet - the one night stand he couldn't forget and the new nanny. There's so much chemistry between these two - will they be able to keep their hands off each other? Will they give themselves a chance at HEA or will they let past demons ruin their chances. Enjoyed seeing familiar characters, as well as the setup for the next story - Chase and Twyla. I have no doubt their tale will be just as entertaining!

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I am a fan of Kingsmen Football!

How do I feel about a football playing single Dad who falls first (and hard) for the nanny? Loved it! Brady Banks is said football player and when the mother of this child takes a job out of the country he is need of a nanny. When said nanny shows up he finds it is the woman he had a one night stand with months ago, one he has been searching for!

Brady Banks is such a lovable character and I loved the way he went after Violet. Violet really tried to hold him off after being burned by past relationships but who can resist him and his adorable son! Great feel good story between these two. Can't wait for more!

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