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Attachment Theory: A Single Mom Romantic Comedy (The Brodie Brothers Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Kayley Loring (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 1,335 ratings
An actor, a model, and a younger man walk into a therapist’s office… They’re all Dylan Brodie. It’s only funny if you aren’t the single mom therapist he can’t stop flirting with.


Dear Mr. Brodie,

I hope this email finds you well.
Your well-being and personal growth are of the utmost importance to me, as a therapist.
As such, I have decided it is in your best interest to continue individual therapy with another practitioner.
This is due to the potential for boundaries being crossed between us.
Attached is a list of colleagues I would recommend for you.

Sincerely,
Scarlett Shepard, MS, MFT


Dear Scarlett,

Cool.
Consider our sessions terminated.
Now I can tell you how beautiful you are and how attracted I am to you.
Let’s start crossing boundaries over dinner tonight.
You’ll say it would be unethical, and I’ll point out that we’ve only had a few sessions.
You’ll cite the age difference, and I’ll tell you how hot it is that you’re six years older than me.
You’ll say you’re a mom, and I’ll remind you that I think your son is awesome.
We don’t have to discuss my former attachments to former co-stars ever again.
This is due to the fact that clearly my only personality issue is that I’m irresistible.

Yours in well-being and personal growth,
Dylan Brodie, W.M.H.T.A.T.Y.E.H. (Way More Handsome and Talented Actor Than Your Ex-Husband)


***This is a 74,000 word standalone novel with crossover characters from Funny Business as well as Sleeper and Charmer***
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Kayley Loring has done it again! This book swept us off our feet! We could wax lyrical about how much we love this author's stories. She really is the queen of rom-com for us right now - always managing to have us laughing out loud whilst warming our swooning hearts. Her characters are sweet, sexy, relatable, and so hilariously quirky, her comedic timing is pure gold. We can't tell you how much we love this author and how much we loved this book!
~ TotallyBookedBlog


I think Dylan may be Kayley's swooniest hero so far....I loved that there's so much growth with the characters and the story itself. You see how they evolve, as their story evolves too. Even when they mess up, as we all do, they grow with it. It's kind of very real, while being absolutely dreamy as well.
~ Leticia (jerseygirl)

Dylan was SWOONY, (shouty caps were necessary, trust me)....He was charming, witty, sweet, add in his dirty talking side, you have the perfect recipe for a new favorite book boyfriend....A few words and I was immersed into the Brodie Brothers world as if I'd never left. A spellbinding blend of soul searing chemistry, a SWOONY hero, a benevolent heroine, fraught with witty banter, laughs, giggles, an array of feels, a few tears leaked out, scorching steam, and a family abounding in love with a dynamic that makes you feel like you're a part of the Brodie family.
~ Melissa, Book Boyfriend and Husband Make Three

Another hilarious and steamy story from Kayley Loring.... "Attachment Theory" had me laughing out loud so many times and I could not stop smiling. Dylan is such a lovable guy that you can't help being a fan of his from the very first chapter....And Kayley is always writing strong women who know what they want and are not doormats.
~ Trish - Goodreads Reviewer

Attachment Theory is Kayley Loring at her finest. It is light, funny as hell and extra steamy with a dash of vulnerability and angst. It was such a pleasure to read. I ate it up like a delicious treat.
~ Kate Grand {A Grand Romance}

I swear every single book I read by Kayley Loring feels like a Ping Pong match of witty banter, HILARIOUS conversations and monologues, insanely sexy thoughts and scenes, and just an overwhelming, emotional romance that leaves me so freaking happy!
~ ✿❀ Lauren, aka Coffee and the Bibliophile ❀✿

Kayley knows how to bring us stories full of fun humor, witty dialogue, good friendships, crazy attraction, huge love and with all that she puts seriousness and deep emotions.
In Kayley's books she adds something very human, maybe a little awkward and real that makes the hot scenes go up in flames!
~ Yael Levin Waknin

This story is so funny and filled with tons of chemistry, it was impossible to put down. Add in hilarious, meddling parents on both Scarlett and Dylan's sides of the family, meddling texts from Dylan's siblings, and so much humor from beginning to end, I loved it extra hard!! Do yourself a favor and pick up this book because Kayley Loring never disappoints.
~ Kay Daniels (Kay Daniels Romance)

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09HPD7ZDY
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 7, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 5.6 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 384 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 2 of 3 ‏ : ‎ The Brodie Brothers
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 1,335 ratings

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Amazon Top 25 and USA Today bestselling author Kayley Loring spent many years as a screenwriter (under a different name) in Los Angeles before moving to the Pacific Northwest to live out her childhood dream of being a Disney heroine who talks and sings to woodland creatures. When not trying to keep animals alive, she’s writing steamy romantic comedy novels, obviously. She’s breathing cleaner air, writing dirtier words, and staring at her computer screen until her eyeballs dry out instead of prancing around Southern California in miniskirts and going to the hair salon. Still waiting for the woodland creatures to clean her house, though.

Read or listen to Kayley’s books when you want to laugh, warm your heart, and enjoy top-notch banter, strong heroines who need to be chased, lovable characters you’d want to know in real life, and swoon over perfectly imperfect book boyfriends.

Learn more at www.kayleyloring.com

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Customers find the book hilarious, particularly appreciating the family group texts, and praise the well-written characters and dialogue. Customers describe it as a swoony love story with great family moments, and one customer notes how the characters' relationships feel very real. The book receives positive feedback for its readability, writing style, and intelligence.

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24 customers mention "Humor"24 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor, finding it funniest and making them laugh out loud, particularly appreciating the hilarious family group texts.

"Grinning. I was grinning like a fool while reading this sexy, playful, and SWOONY love story – it is smart and funny and just so completely Loring...." Read more

"...families on both sides (which is rare in romances) the texting that goes on in so funny (momma Brodie is a hoot). Dylan sounded a little weird one...." Read more

"...The dialogue is easy and flows like you're watching a movie. The scene with Dylan and his older brother is GOLD. I may have teared up...." Read more

"...Scarlett is so relatable. I love her as a lead. I love that she is so smart and levelheaded at times, but also is a hot mess and a little nutty...." Read more

20 customers mention "Character development"20 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, noting the well-written dialogue and wonderful characters, with one customer highlighting how the hero's transition from boy to man is portrayed.

"...There are so many things I loved about this, but the combination of characters was EXCELLENT...." Read more

"...More so with this one than the others because of the amazing characters, if that's even possible...." Read more

"...They stay true to their character and enhance the story. This only further added to the grinning like a fool. Dylan Brody is a dream...." Read more

"...Scarlett's mother is funny and her affection for Dylan is sweet. Both families are nurturing...." Read more

19 customers mention "Story quality"19 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy this romantic comedy, describing it as a swoony love story with lots of heart, and one customer particularly appreciates the unique drama scenes.

"...I was grinning like a fool while reading this sexy, playful, and SWOONY love story – it is smart and funny and just so completely Loring...." Read more

"...If you want a feel-good story with lots and lots of heart, humor, and heat, get this book. I can't recommend it enough." Read more

"...It was a younger man, older woman story, but in some ways he was so rationale and level headed it seemed that it could have been the other way around..." Read more

"...Dylan is amazingly emotionally mature , probably because of acting…more so than Scarlett. Her neurosis is typical single mom stuff...." Read more

16 customers mention "Romance"16 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, describing it as sweet and sexy, with one customer noting its unique vibe.

"Grinning. I was grinning like a fool while reading this sexy, playful, and SWOONY love story – it is smart and funny and just so completely Loring...." Read more

"...It's hilarious but oh sooooo swoony. I can't get enough of this family and I totally fell in love with Dylan and Scarlett...." Read more

"Kayley has this unique and utterly impressive ability to bring a joke, story, sweet time, cleaver tidbit, and swoony moment full circle...." Read more

"...Her neurosis is typical single mom stuff. They’re sweet together. s’s mom is hilarious, too!" Read more

9 customers mention "Family bond"9 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the family bond in the book, with several mentioning they fell in love with the characters and enjoyed the great family moments. One customer particularly liked the texts between family members.

"...There are some seriously great family moments in this, with fart jokes, judgmental Basset Hounds, and laughter-filled text exchanges...." Read more

"So I love love stories. This book had amazing families on both sides (which is rare in romances) the texting that goes on in so funny..." Read more

"...but I couldn't wait for the audio to release because this family is just so awesome...." Read more

"...They are all incredibly funny, except Miles, and I loved the bond this family shares. They immediately welcomed Scarlett into the family...." Read more

7 customers mention "Readability"7 positive0 negative

Customers find the book easy to read, with one mentioning it can be enjoyed as a standalone.

"...This will absolutely read as a standalone, but you’ll be left wanting more from this funny family – and I am extremely impatient for Miles’ story...." Read more

"...This is a fantastic story. It’s sweet, and funny.. a great read. I give it five stars, and recommend it highly!" Read more

"...took me a while to get into, it was definitely a slow start, but a good read...." Read more

"Good easy comfortable read. I liked the speed and direction the "love" scenes took. I'm waiting on book 3 in this series...." Read more

7 customers mention "Writing style"7 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing style of the book, with one customer particularly noting the author's skill in crafting sexy banter.

"...Kayley Loring is a great author who writes wonderful characters with a high level of humor." Read more

"...It was funny, romantic, well written and it inspired me to buy more of her work, several of which I found enjoyable...." Read more

"...and I wish more books would be written like this that are tastefully done and not slutty older women! Age gap shouldn't be just older men!..." Read more

"I love this book for so many reasons! The writing style, the humor, the way the author keeps us interested, the lead female is Asian vs the typical..." Read more

4 customers mention "Intelligence"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's intelligence, with one noting the author's impressive ability to craft the story.

"...a fool while reading this sexy, playful, and SWOONY love story – it is smart and funny and just so completely Loring. I loved every minute of it...." Read more

"Kayley has this unique and utterly impressive ability to bring a joke, story, sweet time, cleaver tidbit, and swoony moment full circle...." Read more

"...Kayley, please keep writing these beautifully offbeat, intelligent, and just plain joyous rom-coms." Read more

"...Great job and great storyline!" Read more

A fabulous rom-com that will melt your heart !!
5 out of 5 stars
A fabulous rom-com that will melt your heart !!
“You still don’t believe in fate?” Another winner in The Brodie Brothers Series!! This is an amazing story about taking chances and risking everything despite fear for a true love. I am in love with Dylan Brodie, he is charming, funny, and so corny…gosh he’s my epitome of perfect specimen in a rom-com. And Scarlett is his perfect match, despite all her past she’s willing to take the risk that Dylan represents. As always Kayley Loring gives her best and makes us laugh in every possible scenario, the inner dialogues of the characters are just hilarious, and we get all the steam between them. This is one of those books you want to get cozy with a nice cup of coffee, a plush blanket in front of the fireplace and just savor every page.
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  • Jeeves Reads Romance
    5.0 out of 5 stars So good
    Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2021
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    Grinning. I was grinning like a fool while reading this sexy, playful, and SWOONY love story – it is smart and funny and just so completely Loring. I loved every minute of it. Our hero is a sweet charmer, a guy who loves love and always wants to be immersed in it. When paired with a slightly older (and possibly wiser) heroine, he becomes the best version of himself, and that was so very fulfilling to read. There are some seriously great family moments in this, with fart jokes, judgmental Basset Hounds, and laughter-filled text exchanges. There is also some fan-worthy sexual tension, and a couple of steamy scenes that are just so perfectly intimate. This forbidden romance is a complete joy to read, and I devoured it at an alarming rate.

    The story follows Dylan, an actor who always seems to fall for his co-stars. Showmances often feel like the real thing, and Dylan has had his heart broken SO MANY times. He’s ready to seek the advice of a therapist, and visits one who came highly recommended. The only problem? She’s also the woman who captured Dylan’s attention during their brief, but memorable, interaction a few years ago. When they met the first time around, Scarlett was a single mom still reeling from a divorce. Now that she’s in a better headspace, Dylan is off-limits. He’s too young, too charming, too unlucky in love – and also her new patient. But their chemistry is impossible to ignore, and Dylan might just be worth taking a chance on.

    There are so many things I loved about this, but the combination of characters was EXCELLENT. Dylan is the sweetest, swooniest man ever; I adored his transition from boy to man. Scarlett is his perfect complement, and the two together are smokin’ hot. Loring does a great job of ratcheting up the tension, and the steamy scenes are electric. Everything about this was so good, though it definitely gets better and better as the story progresses. There’s humor and lightheartedness throughout, but once the heartfelt moments kick in, things are taken up another notch. This will absolutely read as a standalone, but you’ll be left wanting more from this funny family – and I am extremely impatient for Miles’ story. It’s the kind of low angst, intimate read that I love digging into, with a vibe that is undeniably unique. I was lucky enough to receive an early copy and am voluntarily leaving a review of this sexy, light romance.
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  • ❤️ 2read
    4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet love story
    Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2021
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    So I love love stories. This book had amazing families on both sides (which is rare in romances) the texting that goes on in so funny (momma Brodie is a hoot). Dylan sounded a little weird one. Definitely a repeat offender of falling in relationships, a second chance meeting brings Scarlett to him again and he believes it is fate. There is a little spice nothing over the top and not a lot of it but they end up with their happy ever after.
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  • K M O
    5.0 out of 5 stars 5+++ HILARIOUS Brodie stars for this gem
    Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2021
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    Kayley Loring has done it again with this 2nd book in the Brodie Brothers series. It's hilarious but oh sooooo swoony. I can't get enough of this family and I totally fell in love with Dylan and Scarlett. I loved Scarlett's brand of crazy which was funny because she's a therapist. I felt such a connection to her and I got all gooey everytime she and Dylan were together. I loved that she's a little older than him and it was never really an issue with them. Dylan is the baby of the family and has his own issues to deal with but they manage to do it with little to no angst which is really refreshing. The dialogue is easy and flows like you're watching a movie. The scene with Dylan and his older brother is GOLD. I may have teared up.

    This book just shows us AGAIN why Kayley Loring is the queen of Rom-Com. She really can do no wrong. I laugh out loud, swoon, squirm, and melt with every one of her stories. I usually listen to the audio but I couldn't wait for the audio to release because this family is just so awesome. I read it on my kindle which is something I haven't done in a while. All because I cannot get enough of her writing. I love her narrators so I'll be purchasing the audio as well.

    I always feel uplifted after reading one of her books and this one was no different. More so with this one than the others because of the amazing characters, if that's even possible. If you want a feel-good story with lots and lots of heart, humor, and heat, get this book. I can't recommend it enough.
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  • Stacey
    5.0 out of 5 stars Comedy and swoon galore! I love Dyan and Scarlett!!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2021
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    Kayley has this unique and utterly impressive ability to bring a joke, story, sweet time, cleaver tidbit, and swoony moment full circle. The way she connects her stories and interweaves these details is spectacular. There was so much of that in Attachment Theory, I found myself grinning like a fool throughout the book. So many characters who were introduced in the first book of the series have a role in this one. They stay true to their character and enhance the story. This only further added to the grinning like a fool.

    Dylan Brody is a dream. He’s not your typical male actor in a story like this. He does have a history of falling for his costars, but it’s not for the obvious reasons. He loves love. He wants to love big, and he finds connection with those costars. He is usually the one that gets broken up with after a show has wrapped, but he is always willing to try again.

    Scarlett is so relatable. I love her as a lead. I love that she is so smart and levelheaded at times, but also is a hot mess and a little nutty. Her punk garage band, the first song, instantly made me feel connected to her. It’s perfection and relatable and crazy and hilarious. I love that she was a loving, overwhelmed mom. I want to be her friend and feel overwhelmed and goofy together.

    This love story of Dylan and Scarlett was really good. It was a younger man, older woman story, but in some ways he was so rationale and level headed it seemed that it could have been the other way around. He helped Scarlett grow and trust, and she showed him what true love is. I loved them, I loved their story.
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  • Rosalynlondon
    5.0 out of 5 stars always a joy
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 27, 2023
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    Laugh out loud in places, sweet,funny and sexy. Such a nice easy read which is only achieved with great writing
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Swoonfest! I’m totally in love
    Reviewed in Brazil on October 9, 2021
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    “I’ve felt this, the falling, before. So many times. But for the first time ever, I know I have a safe place to land. I just need her to land here with me.”

    All hail to the Queen of banter! Not only between the couple, but within the families the teasing is unmeasured. Reading a Kayley book is an experience, for sure, and once again she didn’t disappoint. This book is a swoonfest all-over-the-time! It might even be my favorite from the author, well, it’s not, but close second!!!

    I’m absolutely in love with Dylan and Scarlett. The first time they met, they left a good impression on each other but they were in weird place. Three years later they’re face to face again, but now she is his therapist. With this little forbidden touch, for exactly 2 and 1/3 of a session, they had to temper and deny their feelings, but how great it was to see them failing?

    Dylan was supposed to be everything she didn’t want for her: younger, an actor, hot and he dated every co-star he worked with. She had her cute son Noah to think about. But he proved Scarlett so wrong. I swoon hard over him, his gestures, actions and dirty month were on point. But it was Dylan’s connection with Noah over Mr Noddles (the girl cat) that I knew I was a goner.

    The group texts with the Brodie family were so entertaining, even grumpy Miles (I also need to see more of drunk Miles!)! I need an yearly event of “Brodie and Friends Family Feud” thanksgiving edition, where Kayley will release a short story with them all. I laughed so hard! There’s so much to talk about this amazing book, I devoured and felt like it ended to quickly, I always want more and more. It’s a must read!
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fun story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 15, 2022
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    I enjoyed this funny light heart book,it a very easy read. The Brodie family and the Shepard family really make this a fun story
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lol'd so many times
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 13, 2021
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    I loved this! The group chat with mama brody! Haha. I laughed so hard tears were rolling down my face!
    Another great book from Kayley.
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