*I received a copy of this book on NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for this opportunity*

Steamy right of the bat (or hockey stick), THE AU PAIR AFFAIR is for lovers of he-falls-first, age differences, opposites attract, employee/boss, and single father romances.

Tallulah can’t believe her luck when she lands the prime job as hockey star Sir Burgess’ nanny. The single dad is definitely out of his depth with his rapidly maturing twelve-year old daughter, and Tallulah not only loves the girl but also the luxurious accommodations while she finishes grad school. However, neither adult can deny the immediate magnetic attraction between them, and it won’t be long before sparks fly.

As far as the romance goes, let’s just say the tension is off the charts with no break. While there is a third act break up, these two characters are so in love (and lust) with each other it’s hardly believable they won’t end up together. Tessa Bailey has once again created a romance I enjoyed from cliches I typically avoid– and to that I have to tip my proverbial hat.

While it did feel like she created these characters from a generator (a Turkish marine biologist ends up with a divorced pro hockey player– that’s quite the combo), the story was still fun and spicy.