This was an adorable read 🥰 Marissa is on the path to single motherhood via IVF and an anonymous sperm donor, but her plans blow up when her high school sweetheart ends up as the doctor for one of her early check ups. Even worse, due to a lab mix up, she ends up impregnated with his sperm and they must manoeuvre this wild curve ball. I know - the premise sounds mental, but trust me that it is VERY good and doesn’t feel ridiculous at all when reading in context! I kind of hate myself for it, but the surprise pregnancy trope is a bit of a guilty pleasure for me. I know this doesn’t necessarily feature a surprise baby, but the accidental father is certainly a shocker. As well as this, the second chance romance element to this is so heartwarming and John quickly becomes a swoon worthy love interest.

What to expect:
- a kind of sequel to Not in a Billion Years
- solo IVF journey
- single dad
- second chance romance
- closed door but still 🔥

While there were some interesting moments overall this book just wasn’t for me.

Some of the humor was just over the top and at times falling right into cringe territory. The FMC , Marissa, not moving on from a breakup that happened 16 years prior was really immature and she harps on it the entire book which was annoyingly repetitive. So much that I started skimming just to get through the ever revolving inner monologue of “I have feelings for him but I can’t trust him because of that one night 16 years ago.” The language used was also very repetitive. Winking, waggling eyebrows and fish-eating grin to name a few.

I really enjoyed this one! Couldn’t put it down so I read through in one! Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an advanced copy of this book.

This book was the epitome of cover my face, omg did that just happen (but in the best way!). Marissa is a boss babe who takes charge with anything in life. She wants a baby, so she's going the IVF route alone. Who does she run into at her doctor's office- her (still hot!) ex. Cue the omg did that just happen moment #1! I really hated the reason behind Marissa and John’s breakup when they were 18. So trivial. And to hate-love each other again 16 years later because you’re attracted to them? Meh. However, I did appreciate that it took time, groveling and getting to know one another as 30somethings to fall in love again. John's daughter Nora was adorable and Marissa's friendship with Blake was the BEST.

I LOVED the appearance of Blake and especially the Starbucks chocolate order that Gabriel sent her and Marissa! Love love love when there is overlap between series! Can’t wait for Thomas’ story!

this was such an incredible book! i am so thankful to netgalley for letting me read it early. it was just a pure delight and i think everyone should read this one!!!

When I saw Camilla Isley coming out with a new book, I knew I had to get my hands on it. I read the first book in the True Love series and ‘Baby, One More Time’ is a great follow-up to ‘Not In A Billion Years’.

Right from the start Camillia grabbed my attention with the story of Marissa and John. And I have to say it was nice to see how John was right away, knowing the mistake he made with Marissa in the past, and wanted to show her how he changed and win her back. Since he was busy working on winning her back there is something else that happened that I love seeing in a book. There was no third-act breakup. Well, I guess you could when she pushed him away more, but he knew it would be a battle to win her back and it was a battle he won.

There were sparks and laughter in this book and the storyline is one we’ve seen a few times. But with ‘Baby, One More Time’ it felt brand new. The sizzle is closed-door, so the sizzle rating is none but that’s okay. This book is getting a solid 4 ½ stars. This book is now available, and if you pick it up today you will enjoy it from front to back.

Marissa Mayer, a driven and accomplished COO at a major Fintech startup, has her life meticulously planned—except for one thing: having a baby. Focused on her career and having given up on love after a heartbreak, Marissa is ready to embrace single motherhood. However, fate has other plans when Dr. John Raikes, an expert in neonatal medicine, enters the scene as Marissa's doctor. The twist? Dr. John Raikes is none other than Marissa's teenage sweetheart all grown up. As their paths cross, sparks fly, and Marissa finds herself torn between the past and the present.

Set against the vibrant backdrop of New York City, the narrative explores the dynamics of enemies-to-lovers and second-chance romance. Marissa's determination to keep John at arm's length clashes with the undeniable chemistry that lingers between them. With John eager to prove that he's changed, Marissa must navigate the complexities of her heart and the possibility of rediscovering love where she least expects it.

It promises a laugh-out-loud romantic comedy filled with witty banter, delightful characters, and the age-old question of whether love can truly get a second chance. Perfect for fans of Sarah Adams, Lynn Painter, and Jo Watson, Camilla Isley's latest offering is a heartwarming tale of love, redemption, and the unpredictable twists life throws our way.

It delivers a charming and heartwarming romantic comedy that explores the complexities of second-chance love. Marissa Mayer, a strong and independent woman, is brought to life with authenticity, making her a relatable and endearing protagonist. The enemies-to-lovers trope is skillfully woven into the narrative, creating tension and chemistry between Marissa and Dr. John Raikes. The reunion of these childhood sweethearts, now adults with their ambitions and challenges, adds depth to the storyline. Isley's humour shines through, providing moments of laughter and lightheartedness.

The dynamic between Marissa and John is both entertaining and emotionally resonant. Marissa's internal struggle, torn between guarding her heart and the undeniable connection she shares with John, creates a compelling emotional arc. The New York City setting adds vibrancy to the backdrop, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the story. It is a delightful read for fans of contemporary romance and romantic comedies. The writing style is engaging, and her ability to craft relatable characters makes this novel an enjoyable addition to the genre. The themes of love, forgiveness, and self-discovery are seamlessly integrated, offering readers a satisfying and entertaining experience.

This one just didn’t do it for me. Super slow plot, the ending was meh. I didn’t really enjoy it. It encompassed two of my favorite tropes but it was not executed well.

I was so excited for this book and it did not disappoint! While this can be read as a stand alone, I think you would enjoy it more if you have already read Not in a Billion Years. This one takes place concurrently with Blake and Gabriel’s story and I really enjoyed reading these shared scenes from Marissa’s POV. These books are definitely worth your time and look forward to reading the next 😊.

4 stars

Would highly recommend

Baby, One More Time is the second in the True Love series by Camilla Isley. Lots of tropes and lots of fun. I'm looking forward to the next in the series.

Thank you to NetGalley for the digital copy.

Marissa and John were high school sweethearts until their prom night when John stood her up at a hotel where they were supposed to have sex for the first time, leaving only a note and Marissa crying in the middle of the road while he sped off in his truck.

Skip to 16yrs later and now 34, Marissa has not had any kind of long-term or meaningful relationship since the night John left. This was the first red flag for me - at 18 you're still a kid and people do dumb things. It is not a reason to completely give up on love and relationships or to carry such a tremendous hatred for the person so many years later. She wouldn't even let her parents or sister even mention his name! I mean, come on!

Anyhow, she's decided she wants to have a baby and as she has no man in her life she goes for IVF on her own, only to find out John is now back in New York and is a doctor at the clinic where she's having her treatment. Marissa still has a visceral hatred towards John but he's still completely in love with her (even though he now has an ex-wife and a 6yr old) and is determined to do whatever he needs to do to win her back.

As luck would have it, in pure "Jane the Virgin" style, it turns out the baby is John's! What better way for him to now force his way back into her life?! To be fair to him, he shows up for everyday and in any way he can and she still pushes him away.

The story starts off quite slow, we get to about 80% before it speeds up and then within a few pages they've worked everything out, agreed to get married, be a family and had a baby. I feel like the ending was too rushed and we missed out on a few things that seemed to be a big deal earlier in the story - like the ex-wife coming back, or her app "The Ex-Files."

I feel that Marissa was an overly-dramatic character, she really shouldn't be holding that kind of grudge against someone who hurt her 16yrs ago when he was just a kid himself. It would have been much nicer to see them actually date, build up to a relationship and release some of the pain that she's held onto but it really was an all or nothing kind of thing.

Thanks to NetGalley & Boldwood Books for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.

This was the perfect time for me to read this book. It was super easy to get through, it does touch on some heavy topics but overall it's a very fun and light-hearted read.

I liked both Marissa and John's characters in the book and Nora well wasn't she just a little cutie. They all felt very natural and gelled together in such a good way.

I didn't see somethings happening the way it did so I was pleasantly surprised! A nice fun read!

I really enjoy the books of Camilla!
So funny and cute story ✨
Thanks Netgalley and The publisher for the book 💕

I am probably one of the biggest fans of Camilla Isley – I have read and loved Not In a Billion Years, The Love Proposal, Home for Christmas, Fool Me Twice at Christmas and You May Kiss The Bridesmaid and I was hoping that Baby, One More Time would be just as amazing – and I promise you – it did not disappoint!

Part of the True Love series, Baby, One More Time tells the story of main character Marissa, who has an amazingly successful career and life, but has just one thing missing – a baby. Deciding to undergo IVF treatment at one of the best clinics in New York, the very, very last person Marissa expects to run into is her ex high school boyfriend, John. Breaking her heart on Prom night and disappearing from her life, Marissa has never been able to move on, and be happy in a relationship with anyone else since that fateful night sixteen years earlier.

So, you can imagine her surprise when arriving at the IVF clinic, and being told that her normal doctor isn’t there, but another doctor can see her – that doctor being John – who is an expert in neonatal medicine, and has just moved back to New York, with his daughter, Nora.

I am not going to give away any spoilers, because this book is INCREDIBLE, and without a doubt, you have to read it for yourself, but it’s safe to say, once Marissa and John reunite after sixteen years apart, there is fireworks, and some!

Baby, One More Time is another incredible book by Camilla Isley, with characters that are just amazing, and twists, turns and gasps packed in at every page turn. You will not regret reading this.

Marissa is a successful career-driven, independent female, but waiting for Mr . Right is taking too long. But with advanced medical science today, she is a woman who can have it all, and choose to go through IVF with a sperm donor.

However, how awkward can things get when it is her high school ex-boyfriend, turned doctor, who has to give her a pelvic exam?

This is such a cute novel as John went out of his way to prove to Marissa that he has changed. As the reader you also can’t help but like this character, and wish him the best.

I love Marissa’s independence but I wanted her to let her guard down, which she does and you know it’s the outcome everyone wants.

This was an enemy to lovers-and second-chance romance trope which is well worth the read if you like this type of trope.

Camilla Isley - Baby One More Time.

This is book two in Camilla Isley’s True Love series.
I must admit I haven’t read book one, but I certainly will be doing so.
Baby One More Time was easily read as a standalone book, but parts of it would have had more impact had I read its predecessor.
So, as always, I’d say read a series in order to get the most from the author’s hard work.

#BabyOneMoreTime is a second chance, enemies to lovers story.

Poor Marissa, all she wants is a baby, but the man who she hopes will be able to help her to achieve her dream, turns out to be the very same man who broke her heart.

I did enjoy this book very much. It’s properly laugh out loud funny and even induced a few snorty laughs too.

This is a light and easy read. A fun story with lots of heart and humour.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

With thanks to Rachel’s Random Resources, Netgalley and Boldwood for a digital arc of this title.

I received a complimentary copy of this book via Netgalley. Opinions expressed in this review are my own opinions.

Although I enjoyed the writing style I just did not like John from the moment he arrived. I got to chapter nine and I could not go on. He just annoyed me for reasons unknown. I would however try another Camilla Isley novel because I did enjoy most of chapters 1-9

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me an arc in exchange for an honest review!

This was just what I needed and expected!
It was soo much fun. A hilarious second chance novel that I loved quite a lot!

This book blew me away! It started with what would have to be one of the most mortifying moments, having your high school ex-boyfriend be the one who has to give you a pelvic exam as you are getting ready to do IVF. I mean, just wow. I’m so bad I prefer to go to women doctors for that anyway! But it was impossible when we got John’s side to not fall in love with him and his daughter. Especially since we didn’t know exactly how he’d broken up with her in high school on prom night and what made it so impossible for Marissa to forgive him or even be able to move on with any relationships.

I loved how John set about proving to her he was changed. And then something big happened, that I won’t say what, because it’s a major spoiler and major change in plans for Marissa and her IVF. But oh my gosh, it was so crazy! But perfect in a way too. I was left with so many parts that made me laugh out loud, as well as a lot of emotional parts. I loved the family interactions, as well as the banter between Mari and John.

The scene where Mari’s big secret comes out to her family, the being pregnant as well as what I alluded to in my last paragraph was hilarious and so so perfect. And then there was Marissa’s best friend Blake, who was the character in the first book in this series, which I haven’t read yet. But I am guessing from what happened that we kind of get this story slightly aligned time-wise for part of it. Blake and her significant other Gabriel made even more perfect characters for this whole story to piggy-back on or spin off of into its own directions. So much I really need to go back and read it, even if I’m not always a big billionaire romance reader.

In the end, even with the craziness and the whimsicality of some situations, I feel like the author made a lot of “real” choices for the characters in how they behaved and reacted to things when all the pieces finally started to settle into place. This may end up being one of my favorites of the year, and cements Camilla Isley as one of my favorite romance authors these days!

4.5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨

Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and Camilla Isley for providing me with an ARC of this novel in exchange for an honest review.

I have well and truly fallen in love with Camilla’s books. This one was absolutely hilarious! It wasn’t super predictable like most romances these days and I loved the special bond between Nora and Marissa.

I can’t wait to read the next book by Camilla!

The only let down in this was at times it was a little too slow paced for my liking and there were times I felt the information was irrelevant.