phoenixinthecity's review
2.0
Izzy gets her HEA here and we have appearances by Gaby and Levi who've provided support to Izzy as a single mother by allowing her to move in with them.
I liked how this started but I was annoyed with the conflict here - specifically, the no dating policy at the NFP that Izzy and Nolan worked at and how they thought it was rational that they would be able to keep secret that Nolan was Archie's father. The villainess in Lisa who had interviewed for Izzy's job but didn't get it so she was intent on undermining Izzy irritated me, too.
What I did like was that even though she couldn't find Nolan after their one night stand, Izzy was teaching Archie to sign because his father was deaf. And I loved the discussion of Nolan's job and how he was trying to make all the websites and social media accessible to the deaf community that they served.
I liked how this started but I was annoyed with the conflict here - specifically, the no dating policy at the NFP that Izzy and Nolan worked at and how they thought it was rational that they would be able to keep secret that Nolan was Archie's father. The villainess in Lisa who had interviewed for Izzy's job but didn't get it so she was intent on undermining Izzy irritated me, too.
What I did like was that even though she couldn't find Nolan after their one night stand, Izzy was teaching Archie to sign because his father was deaf. And I loved the discussion of Nolan's job and how he was trying to make all the websites and social media accessible to the deaf community that they served.
stevienicole30's review
5.0
Another sweet surprise baby romance! Izzy and Nolan met at an ASL event, and had one night of careless fun. She never caught his name that night. Next thing you know Izzy was a single mom, and she never expected to run into Nolan at work. Laura Brown wrote such a sweet story, and I absolutely loved that it was about the ASL community. Strongly recommend this book. It's a good short read just under 200 pages. Be sure to add this book to your TBR GoodReads Lists.
huskypuppy432's review
4.0
Two adorable books in a row? How about YES. This was so cute! I really love the representation for the deaf community!
The child was absolutely adorable. (If ya didnt know, I love children! They are soooooo cute
The child was absolutely adorable. (If ya didnt know, I love children! They are soooooo cute
lauriereadsrom1's review
4.0
Single mother and recent college graduate Isabel (Izzy) Fineberg found herself in a very awkward situation as the story began. She had just landed her dream internship with an agency providing services for the deaf community and hoped that it would turn into a permanent position, but when she arrived for her first day of work, she discovered that her new boss, Nolan Holtzman, was the man with whom she'd had a one-night stand 18 months earlier, leading to her accidental pregnancy. Izzy had always hoped to find her son Archie's father and tell him about the baby, but the circumstances were far from ideal given their working relationship and the fact that their employer had a strict policy in place prohibiting employees from dating each other.
Despite her misgivings, Izzy did eventually tell Nolan the truth about baby Archie, though they had to continue keeping the secret from their co-workers. At first, Nolan struggled with the idea of becoming a father because of his own rough childhood, but I appreciated that he didn't run away from his responsibilities, instead making a sincere effort to do the right thing. Archie was a super cute, happy baby, and it was fun seeing Nolan learn how to interact with and care for him. He made his share of mistakes along the way, but he did a good job of making up for them, and I loved seeing his love for both Archie and Izzy grow.
The author did a good job of portraying Izzy's struggles as a single mother before Nolan came back into her life; I don't think she would have survived without the incredible support of her sister Gaby and future brother-in-law Levi, who often helped her care for Archie. Gaby and Levi were featured in the first book of this series, which I haven't yet read, but it sounds as if their love story was every bit as interesting as Izzy and Nolan's. I plan to pick it up as soon as I find the time.
Overall, I enjoyed "About That Night" and recommend it for all contemporary romance fans. It was the first book I've read by this author, but it certainly won't be the last.
*Review copy provided by the author/publisher via Grey's Promotions. All opinions expressed are my own.
Despite her misgivings, Izzy did eventually tell Nolan the truth about baby Archie, though they had to continue keeping the secret from their co-workers. At first, Nolan struggled with the idea of becoming a father because of his own rough childhood, but I appreciated that he didn't run away from his responsibilities, instead making a sincere effort to do the right thing. Archie was a super cute, happy baby, and it was fun seeing Nolan learn how to interact with and care for him. He made his share of mistakes along the way, but he did a good job of making up for them, and I loved seeing his love for both Archie and Izzy grow.
The author did a good job of portraying Izzy's struggles as a single mother before Nolan came back into her life; I don't think she would have survived without the incredible support of her sister Gaby and future brother-in-law Levi, who often helped her care for Archie. Gaby and Levi were featured in the first book of this series, which I haven't yet read, but it sounds as if their love story was every bit as interesting as Izzy and Nolan's. I plan to pick it up as soon as I find the time.
Overall, I enjoyed "About That Night" and recommend it for all contemporary romance fans. It was the first book I've read by this author, but it certainly won't be the last.
*Review copy provided by the author/publisher via Grey's Promotions. All opinions expressed are my own.
lowkeyreader's review
4.0
This is a different kidn of read for me because I never read anything with a hero being deaf. I was glad that I got to read this. I enjoyed Nolan and Izzy's story a lot.
Nolan and Izzy met two years ago and they spent one night together. It resulted to a surprise baby. But the problem is they didn't exchange numbers so it was hard for Izzy to find Nolan. Not until now.
Nolan thinks he’s a screw-up and he would always be one. That’s what’s holding him back from pursuing anything with Izzy and Archie. He is so guarded of starting something more with Izzy because he thinks he couldn't but screw up everything. Their job is also holding them back - there’s a no dating policy - and they really need their jobs for their new life.
Nolan and Izzy met two years ago and they spent one night together. It resulted to a surprise baby. But the problem is they didn't exchange numbers so it was hard for Izzy to find Nolan. Not until now.
Nolan thinks he’s a screw-up and he would always be one. That’s what’s holding him back from pursuing anything with Izzy and Archie. He is so guarded of starting something more with Izzy because he thinks he couldn't but screw up everything. Their job is also holding them back - there’s a no dating policy - and they really need their jobs for their new life.
thebookdisciple's review
4.0
About That Night is the most charming story I've read in awhile! One night stand, surprise pregnancy, office romance-this book has it all. As someone with hearing loss, I was excited to read about deaf characters and non-deaf characters who support the deaf community. What I especially loved was the story isn't about being deaf; the hero is deaf but that is not the plot of the story. He is simply a man smitten by a woman!
Izzy and Nolan's hot night turned into much more. But, Izzy didn't know how to reach him because she didn't catch his name. So, she had her son Archie and is moving on in life. She has a new job as an administrative assistant and on her first day, she runs smack into her baby daddy...and new coworker! Both are stunned, but Nolan wants to be a part of Archie's life. He isn't ready to give up on Izzy either-but the office has a very strict policy on dating. No inter office dating allowed.
As I said before, I loved that the story has a deaf character but isn't about him being deaf. This is a major distinction for those with disabilities. Being deaf doesn't define Nolan and his story is one of finding love and making a family! The story weaves in the ASL seamlessly so that everything feels normal. To have the focus on their love story instead of Nolan's deafness was heartwarming and charming. This is the representation that is needed! Also, I am trying to learn ASL, so I totally understand Izzy's struggles at times. It's quite difficult-especially when fluent ASL signers go so fast!
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Izzy and Nolan's hot night turned into much more. But, Izzy didn't know how to reach him because she didn't catch his name. So, she had her son Archie and is moving on in life. She has a new job as an administrative assistant and on her first day, she runs smack into her baby daddy...and new coworker! Both are stunned, but Nolan wants to be a part of Archie's life. He isn't ready to give up on Izzy either-but the office has a very strict policy on dating. No inter office dating allowed.
As I said before, I loved that the story has a deaf character but isn't about him being deaf. This is a major distinction for those with disabilities. Being deaf doesn't define Nolan and his story is one of finding love and making a family! The story weaves in the ASL seamlessly so that everything feels normal. To have the focus on their love story instead of Nolan's deafness was heartwarming and charming. This is the representation that is needed! Also, I am trying to learn ASL, so I totally understand Izzy's struggles at times. It's quite difficult-especially when fluent ASL signers go so fast!
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smhayes_reads's review
4.0
First off - Thank you to Netgalley and Entangled Publishing for allowing me to read an advanced reader copy of About That Night by Laura Brown.
I love the unplanned baby trope and Laura has done such an amazing job in writing a believable, mature, and heartwarmingly comedic story. Izzy and Nolan are well-written characters, giving readers a great insight into the development and consistency of their lives.
I always love reading diverse storylines, etc, hearing impariments. I believe Laura has done the Deaf community justice.
I love the unplanned baby trope and Laura has done such an amazing job in writing a believable, mature, and heartwarmingly comedic story. Izzy and Nolan are well-written characters, giving readers a great insight into the development and consistency of their lives.
I always love reading diverse storylines, etc, hearing impariments. I believe Laura has done the Deaf community justice.
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