4 stars

Her Surprise Engagement by Ashlee Mallory was a sweet and heartfelt read.
I enjoyed the storyline, the characters Daisy and Jack were likeable, very relatable and I loved how they were able to bring their families together and find love and happiness.

The Sorensen Family series has been a joy to read, each book has touched my heart and I've loved watching all the Sorensen's find their happily everafter.
Each book can be read as a standalone and I highly recommend them all.

Her Surprise Engagement will be released on June 19th!

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Daisy Sorensen is used to being the only one she can rely on. After putting 120% into her marriage & having everything crash in on her during the divorce, she's pulled away from everyone to become more independent. After all, it's a sign of weakness to allow others to help, right? Just take this vacation she couldn't afford for example. She's having to pick up the slack after her ex bailed in the Disney trip he'd promised the kids.

Jack & Lily's lives have been in disarray since his wife, & Lily's mother, passed away. His political career has been on a fast track but his personal life is a disaster. He hasn't been willing to get involved with anyone. He's planned an impromptu vacation in order to break the news to Lily that there's going to be another change & it means even less of a private life. He's about to be declared the interim governor.

What happens when a single father politician & a single mother end up in the same vacation house at the same time? An error turns into a misunderstanding to a fake relationship to ?? Jack & Daisy are great characters! They both need to learn that not everything can be controlled. Daisy needs to learn to trust again. Jack needs to realize that he didn't fail his wife but that he was doing exactly what she needed him to do. In both cases, it's easy to say the words but harder for it to become reality. The kids, Daisy's aunt & the dog all add comedy, intensity & dimension to the story. This is a really sweet romance with chemistry & plot twists that keep you reading.

Her Surprise Engagement was a quick by sweet read, perfect for a summer afternoon binge read.

This book brings us the fake engagement turned real trope - with a few twists of its own making it an intriguing read.

Daisy Sorensen has had her bouts of bad luck, the latest of which has her pulling into her sister-in-laws vacation home in a tow truck. Trying to make the most of her vacation and bring some happiness to her children after they were disappointed by their father, Daisy has no idea what to expect when she finds that the home they are staying in has been double booked by none other than the soon to be governor.

Jack knows his and his daughter's life is about to get crazier than normal with his upcoming appointment to Governor so a trip to their favorite vacation home to share a little downtime and bonding is just what they need. Until they discover that they aren't alone in the house and things turn sideways quickly.

What happens next is a comedy of errors that causes Daisy and Jack to spin a tale of engagement bliss, but when their fake news spurns real feelings, things get a little more complicated. As they spend time together and get to know each other the line blurs and Daisy isn't sure what's
real and what isn't.

I absolutely LOVED the interactions between Jack and Daisy and their combined brood - I was either laughing, wanting to hand out hugs, or rooting for them to discover there was so much more potential there. There was a touch of emotion with Daisy dealing with her trust issues and the pain from her past, and Jack had things he had to work through himself. What I loved most was how they just sort of feel into place together as a unit right away, even before clear feelings were present, they just seemed to fit together as a family.

The kids are older. The parents are somewhat wiser and emotions run deeper. Her Surprise Engagement is about starting over when happily ever after doesn't work out as planned. The kids are precocious and the romance borders more on sweet than heat, but Ashlee Mallory uses that to her advantage. Not only do Daisy and Jack gain a second chance at love, but along the way they learn the true meaning of family.

Loved this one!! These characters were so good you couldn't help but get involved with each of them.
Daisy Sorensen is a single mom working hard to raise her kids and do something more than work for someone else. Jack Harrison is a widower raising his teen daughter on his own and soon to be named the next governor. Both are looking for a little down time and decide to take advantage of the mountain cabin their friends have offered. Much to their surprise they end up at the cabin at the same time. The mistake would have been cleared up the next day except the press is camped outside their door by then! How does the man soon to be governor explain staying at a cabin with the single mom?? Make up a fake engagement of course!

This is a sweet fun read and one I think everyone will enjoy. I highly recommend it.

Let me start off by saying Jack and Daisy had a right to both feel and act the way that they did. Given their past, it was only right for what was simple and all engaging to cause a misunderstanding but also provide a lesson that was needed and warranted.

This was a sweet romance about a blended family by circumstance but also by right. They were cute, lovable, and definitely needed to feel a void that was missing. Just know Jack has secured a place in my book boyfriend catalog for being a swoon worthy protector and father of the year.

A sweet (with just a little heat - nothing explicit) fake engagement romance between two single parents.

Her Surprise Engagement is a sweet (with just a little heat - nothing explicit) fake engagement romance between two single parents. This is a fairly light-hearted read with just enough tension underlying throughout the book to keep things on edge and make you eager to find out how things play out. While this is book 4 in the series, it can be read as a standalone (I personally have only read book 3 before this one).

Told from dual points of view, Daisy and Jack have a great chemistry that is steadily built up in an intriguing way that fits in perfectly with the theme of the book. Daisy and Jack are in complete opposite positions with him standing for governor and from a wealthy family and her as a struggling but determinedly independent single mom who is doing her best to achieve her dreams while doing the best for her kids. Things do heat up between the couple but never overtakes their relationship, or the book, just adds support to their attraction and budding relationship (and without being explicit). I loved the role their kids play in the book where they are not forgotten about and are included in the development of both Daisy and Jack’s characters.

If you enjoy a well written fake or single parent romance but without too much spice, definitely give this sweet book a read!

Lovely and Engaging Romance.
Daisy Sorensen has had to be strong to cope with her husband divorcing her for a much younger woman and leaving her with three young children, little money, no credit rating and a desire to never be dependent on anyone again. Daisy is a creative baker and dreams of opening her own bakery but obtaining a loan without assets and a good credit rating is almost impossible but accepting help from friends and family is something she's not prepared to do (she's stubborn to a fault). When a booking mixup finds her sharing a vacation house with Jack Harrison, a widower and the prospective new Governor of her State, along with his teenage daughter and the Press finds out about, all hell breaks loose. Jack's solution is a fake engagement - he won't look bad in the Press, their kids will be protected and he will co-sign her loan application in exchange for 5% of the profits. Jack quickly realizes that he wants the engagement to be real and because he loves her wants to smooth her path in life and remove some of the stress she is under. Daisy is harder to convince, particularly when he ignores her wishes about being independent. A lovely family romance with a HEA.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley I was not compensated for my review, and I was not required to write a positive review. The opinion expressed here is my own.

I would give 3.5 stars for this one. Daisy, a single mom, and Jack, a widower with a teenage daughter, all end up sharing a house on Lake Tahoe. Trouble is that Jack is slated to be the next Governor, so the media has gotten wind of where he is and who he is with. Things escalate, and they pretend to be engaged to throw off the media. Nice to see honest politicians, lol. Anyway, they are together three weeks, and considering how busy they are, they fall madly in love and want to be together for real. Then the conflict of Jack helping and Daisy upset for him taking her independence away. Ok, on one level I understand, but more details describing why they act the way they do would help. It seemed a little superficial to me. Also, more on the ex-husband, and why his sudden interest in his children, or why the kids have the issues they do. All this is shown, but not overly explained. I did enjoy the book, and would recommend it. Just thought it could have had more details.

Daisy Sorenson gives the word stubborn a new meaning. Daisy and Jack, a winning combination!! There's a little something for everyone in this book and if you've been reading the series you get to catch up with the rest of the Sorensons.

Daisy, single Mom with 3 kids, stubborn as they come, refuses to ask for help and badly burned by her ex. The story opens with them piled in a tow truck headed to Paytons family's summer house on Lake Tahoe with Aunt Glenda in tow as well. Oh and it's pouring rain. The kids are cute as heck, each with their own personality and they shine right through the pages. Confusion reigns supreme when after getting the kids settled,Daisy soaks in the tub and donning her snug fuzzy robe and ill matching fuzzy socks grabs a glass of wine and goes out to sit on the deck, when coming back in there's a man, a very good looking man standing in the kitchen. Daisy drops her glass, not wanting to scream to wake up the kids and this man looks suspiciously like the LT Governor of Utah. Because he is. He's brought his young daughter Lily, along with their pup Oliver ( cuteness overload). He'd called Paytons mother to ask about staying there, their families are long time friends, and here they are. The daughter Lily is still pouting about having to be there, Jack is facing being slotted into the Governors position because the Gov. has taken a Cabinet appt. and everyone is scrambling. Jack just wants time with Lily before all this hits the media. He's a widower. Daisy and Jack decide to get some sleep and make decisions in the morning.

Morning comes and between Daisy's baking and the kids in love with Ollie. Doorbell rings and it's the press, the ensuing scene is hilarious and you have to read the book to appreciate out of the mouths of babes. Between Paul and Natalie... then we have the pouting duo of Jenna and Lily, meanwhile Jack and Daisy are juggling things and trying for some kind of balance. The spin they (his press secretary)
puts on this whole family scene is they're engaged. With that Jack will help Daisy with her bank papers to get a loan to open her own bakery. Daisy doesn't like asking or taking and she's the most determined person on the planet. Jack oversteps a few times and Daisy sets him straight but it's lovely to see these two slowly fall for each other, despite all Daisy's fears.

The story continues on after they arrive back home, there are some twists and turns. Benny is getting married to Henry so that's coming up soon. Jack promises to teach Paul how to tie his bowtie because his Dad said he would and never did. Jack is just struck at what a jerk her ex is. Her promises Paul he will teach him or be there on the day of the wedding to tie it for him. Well since one shoe already dropped when the second one did, I wasn't sure which way things were going to go. The emotion level was all over the place and a couple times a wanted to whack them both.

This was a great ending to the series, I loved the book, loved it. Great story, the characters were perfection, right down to the children. I loved the dog. It's a great read. Best book of the series!
Great story Ashlee!!!

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Her Surprise Engagement by Ashlee Mallory is the fourth book in the Sorensen Family series. I haven't read any of the previous books so I read this addition as a standalone without any problems. I really enjoyed the story and would give it 4.8 stars.

Daisy Sorensen is looking forward to a mini vacation with her three children in her sister-in-law Peyton's home at Lake Tahoe. But on their way there her mini van breaks down and luckily the tow truck gives them a ride to the house. Daisy wants to enjoy her time off work and fill out her Small business loan application so that hopefully soon she will be able to open her own bakery/catering business. Little does she know that Soon-to-be-Governor Jack Harrison and his daughter Lily have been promised the house as well. Will Daisy and Jack be able to share the house and when the media find them will she be able to pass herself off as his fake fiancee? Can she accept help from Jack after her ex-husband ruined their credit and lives when he left?

Jake Harrison will be soon Utah's new governor when the present one decides to accept a posting in new President's cabinet. He's a widower with a 13-year-old daughter who lives and breathes her phone, they decide to relax at the lake side house before his campaign to win the governor's seat. But little did he know that he'd soon fall in love with a head strong woman and her three kids. They say it takes a village to raise a child but in Daisy and Jack's case it will take both of their families to work out everything and become the family both of them want.

I have to say there was a couple of time I wanted to just tell Daisy to accept help from Jack and her family but I know I would want to make it on my own just like Daisy wanted to so well done Daisy and congratulations.

I absolutely loved this book and Ms Mallory , a new author for me, has a new fan.
One of the main characters is Jack Harrison , a politician, currently LT .Governor and soon to be the governor of Utah. He’s a widower with a teenage daughter.
The other one is Daisy Sorensen , a single mom of three adorable kids. Daisy and Jack end up accidentally sharing the same vacation home.
Between the public image, the make believe engagement , a rambunctious dog, and 4 kids , the story is not only entertaining , but also very touching . From the moment they meet , sparks fly between Jack and Daisy. Both are cautious but life is full of surprises.
Jack and Daisy are strong , likable characters. I loved that the author highlights the importance of family and how both seemed determined to be there for their kids. While Jack still feels guilty for not having been there for his dying wife, Daisy, is determined to be a strong independent woman, especially after her ex left her penniless with three kids .
A story that will make you laugh, cry, and at times, want to shake the characters . But in the end , support, respect and love overcomes all obstacles.
Thank you , Ms Mallory, for such a wonderful story.
I was gifted this copy by Netgalley. The opinions expressed are solely my own.

Her Surprise Engagement by Ashlee Mallory is Book 4 of The Sorensen Family Series and is a sweet, warm-hearted contemporary romance of the fake engagement troupe that just tugs at your heartstrings. Hands down, Ms. Mallory has a definite knack for putting together winning combos of characters and world building, chemistry, and irresistible storylines.

Please note that an ARC was generously provided in exchange for an honest review of which this is both honest and completely voluntary.

A very well written book with a great storyline and characters. New to me author and I enjoyed her writing.

Although it is part of a 4 book series you do not need to read previous titles to understand the stroryline.I would recommrnd reading the previous books as it tells the story of the individual characters in the family.
The book has a great feel to it and it keeps you guessing and the story line is not to obvious as to how it will turn out in the end.It has surprising events and an easy read to it perfect for a bedtime read or lazing around a pool.
I did feel that it was rushed towards the end and some parts seemed to good to be true
but all in all a nice,easy read,it surprised me how many pages I managed to read in a short time will definately recommend this book.

loved the story, a sweet read

Loved this book! It's sweet and fun with lovable characters. Dixie is a single mom of three that was badly hurt by her ex-husband when he abruptly left her for a woman half his age. Dixie suddenly found herself without an education or skills and needing to support her children without dependable help from her ex-husband. So, she dug deep and started working hard to make it on her own - in the process developing a strong sense of pride and self sufficiency. However, she accepts use of a Tahoe vacation house from her sister-in-law.

Jack is an attractive and wealthy single father whose wife died years ago. He still loves her and hasn't had a real relationship since her death. He's just learned that he is soon to become the next governor and decides to take a week with his daughter at the family's vacation home in Tahoe.

With both of them vacationing in the same house, unbeknownst to each other, the stage is set for a delightful romance with some humor tucked in. This is a feel good romance that made me smile. I particularly liked how independent Dixie was and how she wasn't looking for a man to take care of her.

Fans of the genre will want to read this one. I've added the author to my must read authors' list.

4.5 Stars
It's a sweet story, which I enjoyed reading a lot. Daisy is a single mom. She is trying her best to raise her kids and protect them from disappointments in life. Their father is not a very considerate man. When he cancels their trip to Disney, it is up to her to taker them on a vacation. She can't afford Disney but she can try to have a good time with them. The point is to have fun, relax, and be a family.
Jack's wife died and left him with their daughter. He has tried his best to raise her right. He doesn't date. For him she is everything. He is going to take her on a vacation, somewhere secluded so that they can have time together in peace. Without limelight of media, he wants to give his daughter one last free-of-worries holiday. Because once he becomes Governor things will change for both of them.
What he didn't expect is to cross paths with Daisy, a beautiful woman, and a wonderful mother, who makes him want things he hasn't wanted in a long time. But will she give him a chance? Will she accept his way of life or are they doomed from the very beginning?
It's quite entertaining story, which is funny, romantic, and heartwarming all at the same time. I loved both Jack and Daisy. Especially Jack is my favorite character in this book. I'd definitely recommend this book if you like contemporary stories.

This book was wonderful. I am a big fan of the series and have read and enjoyed every book but this is the absolute best one in the series. Think Brady Bunch or Eight is Enough but when they are just meeting and falling for the other and imagine if the dad was about to become governor.

Now if you want a realistic story keep moving but if you want pure romance and sweetness this is your story. There are some sex scenes but they are more romantic that hot. This book is really a fun story with lots of kids and falling in love very fast. The hero, Jack falls into instalove right away and the whole romance takes place within weeks.

I totally loved it and I really enjoyed both Daisy and Jack and their kids. This is fun story sorta a fairytale like with Jack being the prince. He wants to save Daisy and she wants to stand on her own feet and thats where the story gets its issues from.