Thank you to St. Martin’s Griffin and Netgalley for an ARC of this book which I voluntarily read and reviewed. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I knew very little going into VANESSA JARED’S GOT A MAN by LaQuette, even after looking for a synopsis in multiple places, so the unique way the main characters—Vanessa, a woman who is trying to find her purpose after divorcing her mentally and verbally abusive husband of twenty years, and Michael, a small-town sheriff—meet was truly a surprise. And while the reason for them meeting is ultimately the catalyst that brings Vanessa to the small town of Monroe Hills where Michael is the sheriff and her two best friends happen to live, it was not a huge part of the plot. Instead, which I found refreshing, the reader gets to see Vanessa experience a way of life that she isn’t familiar and gain back a lot of the confidence and strength her ex-husband had slowly stolen from her.

While I do wish there had been more consequences for her conniving ex, I did like that the story was focused on Vanessa and her growing relationship with Michael, and I’m truly looking forward to getting back to Monroe Hills to see what happens between the remaining two sets of friends.

If you are a fan of Jasmine Gillory's books, you will love Vanessa Jared's Got A Man. The characters were fun and the city girl in a small town aspect was just perfect. A quick read that will entertain.

Thank you to the publisher for an advanced copy of this book. This is my honest review.

Vanessa Jared's Got a Man was a charming tale of love, passion and second chance.Vanessa and Michael were so well developed, flaws and all, and I loved them! I loved their scorching chemistry and and the steam level in this one is about as high as it can get, in my opinion. If you’re looking for a steamy, charming, and entertaining read this is the book for you.

Special thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for sharing this digital reviewer copy with me in exchange my honest opinions.

I really wanted to like this book but I just didn't. The point of the book is that they are trying to expose her ex-husband but I feel like that takes a back burner. The plot in general is just very rushed and I think the book could benefit from being longer.

I received an arc through netgalley.

If there was ever a category for the most stunning book cover, Vanessa Jared's Got a Man would be in the top 10!
It just screams at me! And it's one that will be going on my bookshelf!

This is my very first time reading a book by LaQuette and I habe to admit she blew me away with her writing.
She completely pulled me in and sucked me deep into the story of Vanessa and Michael.
They feel so real and have true depth.
This second chance love story was everything I was hoping it would be.
A fun, sexy, captivating, gorgeous an utterly charming love story.
The author added so many levels into this book that it just pulls you forward page by page.
The highs and the lows then ultimate healing and finding yourself again made for a terrific story.

I read this beauty in almost two day's. Woke up in the middle of the night to read it.
That's how much I enjoyed this novel!

“I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.”

St. Martin's Griffin,
Thank You for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!
I will post my review to my platforms, blog, B&N and Waterstone closer to pub date.

I received this ARC for an honest review. LaQuette is a new to me author. I’m so happy that I gave this book a try! It’s SO GOOD! I love the positive body image the author promoted, and how the characters help build each other up.
This story is about Vanessa and Michael. Vanessa had gotten out of a toxic relationship. After her divorce, she decided to try a divorce support group. It was a bust until she met Janae and Cree. They instantly hit it off and became the best of friends. Michael is the sheriff of Monroe Hills, (where Janae and Cree live) and he went to Vanessa for help because her ex Karl is engaged with Michael’s sister. Vanessa didn’t want to until he showed her the newspaper article about the engagement, and it stated that Karl was a widower and that Cindy has Vanessa’s grandmother’s engagement ring. Because she wanted the ring back, she agreed to help.
I’m not saying more about the story because I want you to read it. LaQuette is such a good writer. She know how to draw you in the story and keep your interest. I’m definitely reading another book by LaQuette!

All I can say is Loved!!! I completed this book in a day, it had me not wanting to put it down, and also it wasn't too long - it was the perfect length.

The story manages to portray the seriousness of Vanessa's abusive relationship with her ex while not dwelling on it too much. Vanessa has a lot to work on emotionally since the divorce from her ex-husband.

Michael is a caregiver first and for most, he always put everyone else first before himself his sister needs help so he is going to do what's needed to do that.

Little did he know that he was going to change his whole life once he encountered Vanessa.

The whole story was cute, serious, funny, and sexy as hell. I loved that Vanessa was well off and could make all her decisions. Although there was a clear bad guy. I am happy he wasn't the main focus of their love story

Awesome

I really enjoyed these chapters, sexy romantic and had me smiling like a fool! I can’t wait to read more from this author! I loved how this story unfolded!

In a word - wow. When Ms. LaQuette says that she writes books featuring multicultural characters with “sexy time” (my phrasing) thrown in - she is not kidding. I loved how Vanessa was struggling after her divorce but also how, with therapy, she was learning to not only cope but also heal the past. I greatly enjoyed her two friends and members of their self-named club and how they supported and backed Vanessa’s choices (and each other!). And the cover - perfect in my mind. I’m not a huge fan of lots of sexy time on the printed page, but if you are a fan of it - watch out. But, even skipping those parts (yes, I skimmed them) this is a pretty solidly written book. I found one part a little too perfect in timing, but for escapism and a quick read, this filled that brief. This book seemed to set up for a sequel, but the main characters’ story finished in a satisfying way.

Firstly, I’d like to say how much I adore this cover! It’s so lovely and I couldn’t stop staring at it while reading the book. The cover artist is so talented.

Secondly—this book! I was nervous because this has been an anticipated read of mine but I had no reason to be. I enjoyed the main characters and their relationships. The author does such a beautiful job curating these endearing and wonderful characters with seemingly real personalities and ambitions. I absolutely busted out laughing so many times! This book was so fun, witty and honest!

Any who, I AM SO HONORED I GOT THE CHANCE TO READ THIS NOVEL. It hooked me immediately and I love how much we focused on all the side characters as wel.. I really enjoyed the storyline and wow my heart melted so many times. Vanessa is my all time favourite type of heroine—bold and strong and sweet and so likeable! And Michael was just a sweetheart.

The only thing that I had a bit of trouble immersing myself with was the insta love on Michael’s part—or I guess you could call it insta lust?

Regardless, I think this one even topped so many contemporary romance novels this month, and I can't wait to tell everyone to buy it when it's in stores or be annoyingly persistent about it when I’m at the library.

I adored all the characters and the atmosphere so much and I hope the author continues putting out more books like this!