A quick and fun read. Story was as expected, with a strong-willed American mom doing what's best for her son and bucking some traditions.

Kindly received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

The sheikh's American Lover was an enjoyable read! Our female protagonist is Hannah Fisher, an assistant kindergarten teacher. At twenty seven years old, she is a single mom to five year old Ryan. Her relationship with Ryan's father had never been serious, but he had supported them nonetheless. Until he died in a tragic car accident. Now Hannah is in dire straights, trying to support her son and herself, but failing miserably. Just when things were about to get ugly, due to being kicked out her house by her landlord, Chakir Al-Shafar shows at her doorstep. He is Ryan's father's brother, and a prince. Yeah, you read that right. A prince. And he has a proposition for her: She and Ryan can come to Hamari, his country, to live with the royal family. Her first instinct is to refuse but as word comes out Ryan is a prince, Hannah has to make the right choice for her son's safety. that means flying to Hamari with Chakir. Their chemistry is undeniable and soon both find it difficult to keep their hands to themselves. Their relationship could be considered forbidden by some, but as Chakir soon finds out himself, there are people worth taking a risk for. And Hannah is one of those people.

The only thing in the book I found a bit dissatisfying was the lack of relationship between Hannah and her son Ryan. I would have loved to see more of their mother-son relationship. Overall, it was a fast paced book, quite enjoyable.

The Sheiks American Lover by Leslie North


Prince Sheik Chakir comes to collect Hannah and her son Ryan to take them back to Hamir on the death of his father as he will become a crown prince as is his birth right. As Hannah is a fiercely independent protective mother and Chakir is a traditionalist . Sparks fly between them as they all adapt as the best can.

Another well written book by Leslie. Fast moving easy read if somewhat predictable. Still enjoy a Leslie North book.

I've read enough of Leslie North's, books to know that Sheikh's should not shirk traditions. So I see why this was a sticking point for Chakir. Hannah's life is turned upside down. It was kind of fun reading about how she ends up turning Chakir's life upside down also.