ABOUT THE BOOK
Isla
He’s a genius. A billionaire. And the total bastard who fired me.
My dream job in NYC went up in smoke the second I met Declan Noble. He’s a famously grumpy tech CEO, and my boss for all of one day before he kicked me to the curb.
Then a tiny, unexpected baby showed up on his doorstep. Suddenly, the arrogant genius who dismissed me needs my help—not to debug code, but to change diapers.
He’s offering me a deal: Nanny his surprise baby, help uncover the truth, and the Lead Programmer position is mine. I just have to keep my eyes on the prize and absolutely, positively, not fall for the man who is suddenly as irresistible as he is out of his depth.
Declan
I don’t do chaos. I do code.
My perfectly engineered world imploded the day the baby arrived. I’m a computer genius, not a dad. Isla is the only person I can trust to fix this mess. Unfortunately, she’s also the sharp-tongued programmer I wrongfully dismissed.
I hate that I need her. But she’s capable, she’s calm, and she’s entirely too beautiful to be working this closely with.
Now, with every late-night smile, I’m realizing this isn’t just about a baby or a bargain. It’s about a connection I can’t debug, and a daddy duty that might be a lot less accidental, and more like kismet.
A note from Diana; This title was previously released as Irresistible Bastard with Cocky Hero Club Production.
MY REVIEW
I have to admit, my motivation for picking up this book was purely my admiration for Diana A. Hicks. I didn’t really care that it revolved around the classic “accidental baby” theme. I hoped it would deliver the magic I usually find in her writing, but it didn’t quite hit the mark for me.
Isla is fresh out of college and clearly searching for her place in the world, specifically, a job with “the fixer.” Along with this career drive, she’s eager to connect with a half-sister who’s holding some serious resentment toward her. Isla’s character came off as a bit immature, and honestly, she felt too young for Declan. It seemed like she had some serious self-discovery to do before diving into relationships, whether with her sister or a man with some pretty manipulative tendencies.
Now, Declan. Yikes. Not my favorite MMC by a long shot. He gives off this entitled vibe and doesn’t fare much better when he decides to fire Isla for not being able to control his urges. Then, to top it off, he wants her to transform into a nanny for his kid? Come on! And the classic third-act breakup? Don’t even get me started. Although I will say, he surprised me a little by stepping up as a father.
One of the things I love about Diana’s books is her character development, but I felt like I needed more depth from both Isla and Declan, especially in their family backgrounds. She touches on them but never really develops them. Declan’s story felt like it was missing critical pieces, especially given the themes explored in the book.
Also, let’s talk about that sex club subplot. Did it even need to be there? This book is a quick read, and while the pacing was fast, I really think the story warranted a deeper dive. The character dialogue? Meh. It was uninteresting enough that I seriously considered DNF’ing it a couple of times.
That said, it wasn’t all bad. It was a quick read, and despite my misgivings, I enjoyed witnessing the new family dynamics unfold.
Thank you to Ms. Hicks for giving me the opportunity to read this book with no expectation of a positive review.
Billionaire Dads Club Series
aka Irresistible Bastard
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Diana Hicks writes dark, emotional romance where obsession runs deep, secrets cut sharp, and love always comes at a price.
Her books blend steamy billionaire drama with forbidden marriages, high-stakes betrayal, and antiheroes who will burn the world to protect what’s theirs. Best known for The Empire Trilogy, Diana’s stories deliver heart-pounding romance with morally gray men, strong heroines, and just enough heat to leave you breathless.
When she’s not writing about power and passion colliding, she’s probably sipping coffee like it’s a love language, sweating off a plot twist at yoga, or posting angsty book teasers on TikTok.
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