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Before Him: a swoony small town, second chance romance (No Ordinary Men Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Donna Alam (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 2,739 ratings
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Fate taught me eight years ago what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas.

It’s a tale as old as time.
Girl meets boy (cute face, charisma, killer suit).
A wild night is had, and girl later finds out she’s pregnant.
Girl goes home. She doesn’t finish college.
She makes her living serving coffee, smiling when she’s feeling stabby.
But she does it all for her boy, the only man she’ll ever need in her life.
Until Fate decides otherwise . . .

And she finds herself looking into those twilight-coloured eyes again.
He’s been looking for her this whole time.
She should be happy, right?
Because he’s living next door, shaking up her world, and driving her crazy!
Softening her heart as she watches him father their child.
But she can’t take a chance on loving him,
Even after she drops more than her defenses.
Because secrets have a habit of resurfacing,
And her heart can’t take losing him a second time.


Before Him is a small town second chance romance full of fire, fun, and that other f-word. Yep, family ;)
It features a gorgeously swoon-worthy hero, the woman determined to resist his charms, secrets, shenanigans, and that all important happy-ever-after. And it's a standalone title!
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What happens in Vegas never stays in Vegas

small town

Second Chances

big secrets

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About the Author

Donna Alam is a USA Today bestselling author. A writer of love stories with heart, humor, and heat, she can often be found hiding from her responsibilities with a book in her hand and a mop of a dog at her feet. For more information, visit DonnaAlam.com. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0B3G7TD9X
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (June 6, 2022)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 6, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2796 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 548 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ B0B373TZCT
  • Customer Reviews:
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Donna Alam is a #7 Amazon Kindle store and USA Today bestseller. A writer of love stories with heart, humour, and heat, she aspires to sprinkle a little joy into the lives of her readers. When not bashing away at her keyboard, she can often be found hiding from her responsibilities with a book in her hand and a mop of a dog at her feet.

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4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
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*Roman is my new Favorite Phillips!*
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*Roman is my new Favorite Phillips!*
I love this author, love her books, love this story, and I've fallen for the youngest Phillips brother! Roman is sunny, charming, and irresistible. Kennedy is a hard-working single mom with a secret she's been carrying for a very long time. When they get together there's instant chemistry and the sizzling sweet heat between them jumps off the page.Kennedy's view of the world really resonated with me, as did the almost instant chemistry and overwhelming emotions of this couple. You know that feeling, when you're approaching the last chapter and you're dying to know what happens, but you really don't want to find out yet because it means you've reached the end? I was so torn about finishing, but the happily-ever-after ending was worth all the indecision.There are some literary characters that stay with you long after you've finished the book. and this couple's story is one I'll want to read again.
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murfdon
5.0 out of 5 stars Roman and Kennedy
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2023
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Lots of innuendos. Fun book. Roman was great and so patient with Kennedy. They met in Vegas and got married that same night. Seven years later he finally finds her again. He was very committed to finding her. Kennedy ran hot and cold and couldn’t make up her mind as everyone always left her and didn’t believe she was good enough to make him stay. Couldn’t put this down. Going to read the other connected books and hopefully are just as good.
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Cindy G
4.0 out of 5 stars 4.5 stars - Kennedy and Roman
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2022
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A steamy, angsty, insta- love, secret baby (who is no longer a baby), small town, contemporary romance.

While in college, Kennedy goes to Vegas with a group, to celebrate her best friend's 21st birthday. There she meets, is woed and marries Roman. They have a wonderful wedding night. The next morning, he gets a call that has him returning to Australia immediately. He gives all his contact information to Kennedy before he leaves, saying that he will be in touch. Fast forward eight years, Kennedy and 7 yr old son, Wilder, are living in her hometown of Mookatill. She owns and runs the town coffee shop and rents out a small abode, Pixie House, on her property. When the latest renter comes to collect the key, it turns out to be Roman. Every year he drives through the state hoping to find her and finally he has. When he sees Wilder he knows that Wilder is his son. How does Roman take the news? What has he been doing? Are Kennedy and Roman still married? What is Kennedy's secret that causes her so much guilt? Why does Kennedy keep trying to reject Roman? Will Roman eventually win Kennedy over or will she push him away. A lovely story of an overwhelming love that gives direction to one's life and overcomes feelings of unworthiness the other has.
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Terri Eaches
5.0 out of 5 stars Roman, Kennedy and Crew Will Stay With You After "The End" ❤⭐🔥❤
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2022
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I absolutely love this story!!! Not your average second chance with a secret baby story, but one that will take you on an unforgettable journey of twists and turns.
They say what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas... Not so much in Kennedy and Roman's case. Eight years after meeting and secretly marrying Roman, Kennedy Harper takes care of everyone but herself, works hard to provide for her son Wilder and all without blinking an eye. Kennedy has trust and abandonment issues after her worthless money hungry mom left her and her sister with their Nana. Now the questions Wilder is asking about his dad is getting harder to answers... Until Roman walks into Kennedy's coffee shop out of the blue.
Roman Phillips has been looking for Kennedy and making stops in Portland yearly for the past eight years and now it's time to give up and move on... Until he comes face to face with her and a young spitting image of his family's resemblance. What starts out as a prank from his brother in booking a Pixie House just may give Roman a second chance at his own family.
Kennedy understands why Roman had to leave Vegas eight years ago, it was lies and a catty bit#h that destroyed her hopeful bubble and brought forth her issues of trust and self worth. Watching their son get to know Roman while staying in the other side of the hedge in her Pixie House is hard and a blessing at the same time. They are each carrying secrets, but what happens when those secrets are revealed?? Throw in best friend and barista Jenner, the nosey but entertaining older sisters next door, upcoming movie deal and visits from mommie missing, you will have no idea what is thing to happen next. Is there any chance for this millionaire Aussie and the mother of his child?? Get this just read to get your answers.
The characters are real to life and makes you want to be there to help anyway you can or just shake someone. You won't be able to put it down and you'll go through the total range of emotions (at Romans makeshift shower scene I busted out laughing so hard my husband asked me if I was OK). Absolutely wonderful characters, his/her POV, no cliffhanger. I also love his Ms Alam makes Wilder just as important and up front as Kennedy and Roman. I've read a few of Ms Alam's books and now it's time to catch up!!! I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. Thank you Savannah May and Donna Alam.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Average Read
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2022
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Trope: second chance, surprise child

Slow burn level: 44%

Heroine owns a coffee shop, has an 7 year old son. Was close with her grandmother but not her mother.

Hero is a model and a businessman. He visits random parts of Oregon each year in the hopes of finding the girl he met 8 years ago. He's charming and gorgeous. From Australia

I felt a bit lost and confused with the first quarter of the book, the set-up of the characters felt odd to me. There were two crises of the story and the second felt way blown out of proportion, I didn't believe the hero would be as upset as he was by the information he learned.

I felt the epilogue was focused too much on setting up different books.

HEA (w pregnancy)
Had jealousy moments (hero is jealous)

Trigger Warnings: none
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Glenda Roye
5.0 out of 5 stars BEFORE HIM
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2024
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A beautiful story. I really enjoyed their story. When Ronan loves he sure gives it his all. How could a woman ask for more.
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Picky Mom
4.0 out of 5 stars What a beautiful slow burn!
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2022
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As with all the Phillips boys, Roman is absolutely swoon worthy. He is unbelievably hot, he has that great Aussie accent, he is charming and he is loyal to the end. I have LOVED all of the brothers, but since he is the latest he is my favorite. I wish for a man like that in real life. Did I mention his dirty mouth is second to no one.

I wasn't as big of a fan of Kennedy. She was courageous in many aspects, but one. Her love life. It was hard to read what a great mother, friend, sister and even daughter she was, but she was so lacking and mean to Roman. Part of me didn't think she deserved him. Every time they had a hot, passionate encounter, it was obvious that they needed each other. The were made for each other.

This was another great read with great characters. Alam did it again!!
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Lourdes Mcarthur
5.0 out of 5 stars ❤️
Reviewed in Canada on June 9, 2022
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As always Donnas books are funtastic! Enjoyed reading Kennedy and Romans story ! I love their family is included in the book
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beaj77
5.0 out of 5 stars Swooning over Roman..
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 5, 2022
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Donna Alam has done it again!!!
Am I surprised, no, but still...
This is the story of Roman & Kennedy, yes, you've met them before ...

On a holiday in Las Vegas, one crazy night...
Fast forward 8 years..

Anyone who doesn't love Roman, well bye. He's a serious contender to replace James Harrison from the best man ever pedestal!
His commitment from the very start in meeting his son , the son he didn't knew he had. Roman trying to win over Kennedy, he never forgotten her and still loves her.
Everything about Riman is hyst perfect!
Kennedy on the other hand.. She's keeping a big secret from Roman, there's always a secret....
Her being really mean to Roman, while he's leaving everything behind to take care of both of them, making up for lost time..

Not forgetting the hilarious banter between them, typical Donna style, always be prepared to be blown away & to have a great giggle...
Storylines that are perfectly written and characters that are relatable and keep you glued to your book/e-reader till the end...
This book has it all, enough said!!
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Karyn
5.0 out of 5 stars Could not put this book down!
Reviewed in Australia on November 5, 2023
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Omg! What a love story! Love it! I seriously could not stop reading. . . Now to catch up on sleep and housework 😂 But oh so worth it!
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Lisa
4.0 out of 5 stars 3.5/5 slow burn
Reviewed in Canada on June 16, 2022
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Having been introduced to Kennedy through Hollands story I was very eager to read about the mystery man who fathered Wilder. I was definitely not disappointed. Roman is straight up alpha but caring and dedicated to family. I enjoyed their story and though it was a slow burn there was enough scintillating moments to keep my attention. My only issue is that it was such a slow burn that I was still wondering if they were going to be together at like 94%. Some of the inner monologues were confusing in the manner of speaking because even Kennedy who’s supposed to be American seems to have language that doesn’t suit.
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Lynn McShane-Stewart
4.0 out of 5 stars second chance romance
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 11, 2022
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Kennedy is doing her best as a single mom, running her business, raising her son when in walks her sons dad who she hasn’t seen for 8 years. They are both surprised to see each other and Roman gets the shock of his life when he meets his son. They spent one night together during a weekend in Vegas. Kennedy came home after discovering she was pregnant and didn’t think she would ever see Roman again. He wants to get to know his son and she is wary about letting someone new in to his life, especially as she doesn’t know if he will stay. Roman does everything in his power to show her and Wilder (their son) that he is there to stay. Kennedy has a lot of things to work through before she can really let Roman in. Roman is all in from the first moment. He has never forgotten her, has looked for her over the years and wants them to be a family. Kennedy is strong and caring. Roman is determined and loving. He is very hot in his efforts to win her over. Their are misunderstandings along the way, but they eventually find their way. I loved the small town feel and the banter. I was a bit confused as to how Roman ended up renting her little house, seemed a bit too coincidental. There was plenty of heat and lots of fun, sweet moments.
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