Best Laid Plans
- Author Christy McKellen
- Narrator Laura Kirman
- Publisher Boldwood Books
- Publish Date 20 August 2025
- Run Time 4 hours and 25 minutes
- Format x-book®
- Genre Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Family life fiction, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Narrative theme: Interior life, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Romance.
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What to expect
A sizzling, only one bed set in paradise romance. Perfect for fans of Tessa Bailey, Christina Lauren and Hannah Grace! 🌞💖
A holiday escape, with an unexpected plot twist!
Indigo Hughes has had enough. After spending her life taking care of everyone else, it’s about time she puts herself first. Especially since she’s been unceremoniously dumped. So, what better way to look after number one than a much-needed holiday alone on the Amalfi Coast. Fine food, stunning views and time to heal her wounded heart…bliss!
But arriving in paradise isn’t as serene as Indigo expects. The hotel has lost her booking…and that of very sexy stranger, Julien Moreaux. Both are enraged! But thankfully, there is one suite left in the resort, they’ll just have to share it until the problem can be fixed.
The man she must temporarily suite-share with is cynical, sexy and recently divorced—exactly the kind of man Indigo should avoid, but now has no choice! And as much as she tries to ignore it, there is an undeniable crackle of chemistry between them. All Indigo has to do is get through the next seven days. But it doesn’t take either of them long to realise, sometimes when the best-laid plans don’t go to plan, it can actually turn into fun!
Praise for Christy McKellen
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I just loved it - the perfect amount of heart, heat and humour in this pacy, racy romance read’ Sandy Barker
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'There is no one like Christy McKellen for fun, flirty and sexy romance with a lot of heart and deep emotional insight' - Jessica Gilmore
'This has all the sizzling vibes of a fun, page-turning, will they/won't they romance. Had me hooked!' Jo Lyons
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'It’s sexy, laugh-out-loud funny, and just the right dose of heartfelt moments. Definitely recommend!💕' Reader Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book ticked every box for me on what I like in a romance.' Reader Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'LOOOOVE THIS BOOK! It's so funny and the plot and storyline keep you in it. Would highly recommend.' Reader Review
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