This is a lovely romance about two truly decent people who are mature, honorable, and able to forgive easily. It’s such a comfort to read about a gentleman in politics who is able to prioritize love over ambition, and who won’t use dirty tactics if it’ll hurt the woman he loves (and because that’s not how he rolls) and a woman who has known very little love in her life but who is willing to forego her own happiness so that the man she loves won’t have to give up his dream. The fact that they find a compromise that works for both of them elevates this story above so many of today’s contemporary romances featuring alpha males. Lauren Layne books are always a treat, and this new series will be welcome by her fans, both current and new.

I received a complimentary ARC of this book from Montlake Publishing through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Opinions expressed are completely my own.

Robert is a career politician and Addie is the formerly troubled daughter of his potential opponent. They have chemistry, but she is trying to avoid the spotlight. While the story was okay, I didn't quite believe them together.

Contemporary romance author Lauren Layne has added a political romance to her bookshelf. The new series titled Man of the Year begins with Yours in Scandal, the love story between the mayor of New York City and an exclusive party planner with a hidden past. Robert Davenport and Adeline Blake's relationship starts out with one having an ulterior motive for being in the other's company. But soon an attraction starts to bud and soon business takes a back seat for the first time in their careers. Their lives are forever altered when love becomes a motive. 

But with any great love story... there's passion, drama, desire, and a happily ever after. 

I received a gifted print copy from the author. I still read and reviewed for the author.

Honestly I did expect to like this more than I did since I love Lauren Layne's books and I'm sure I've read more of her books than anyone else's. Unfortunately this book didn't do it for me although I did like the main male lead, the book was just too slow for me. However, I loved the second book in this particular series.

If you enjoy romance than you will really love this book. I enjoy this authors writing style. I love the political theme of this book. You don’t see that a lot in romance novels. I would highly recommend!

Book 1 in the Man of the Year services by Lauren Layne. Quick read that will help you pass the afternoon and leave you with a smile. Robert and Adeline/Addie were a great couple. They met on false pretenses thanks to Robert’s campaign manager who wanted dirt on her father who is the governor. Too bad, it didn’t work out for the campaign but it did work out for Robert and Addie. Loved this read and can’t wait to read more in the series.

Got and sexy. This book is everything you want. Just when you think you know what's going to happen. I loved it and this author blew my mind

I'm usually not a fan of political story lines because I dislike the lies and backstabbing that happen in politics. However, this book surprised me.  It was low on politics and high on romance. I really liked the H in this one. He wants to be as honest and honourable as possible. 
The two main characters clicked and I enjoyed their romance a lot. A reformed party girl and a hunky mayor? Yes, please!

A solid start to what looks to be a great series!

I really enjoyed Addie and Robert's story. Ms Layne really gave these two a solid reason *not* to be together--his political aspirations, her party girl background and the fact that her father is a major political rival of Robert's--but of course she also gave them off-the-charts chemistry too, ensuring that them never getting together not an option readers will accept.

There were honestly times that I wondered if she'd be able to give them their HEA after all, but she pulled it off with style :)

If I had to make one criticism, it's that the villains of the story tend toward the mustache-twirling variety--it's a tad bit OTT but easily overshadowed by the fabulous relationships here (Addie and Robert, Addie and her BFFs, Robert and his BFF), not to mention fun banter and the toe-curling romance.

Now if you'll excuse me, I'll get back to haunting Ms Layne's Goodreads page, anxiously awaiting the announcement for book two...fingers crossed that it's coming soon!

Rating: 4 stars / A-

I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

I received a free copy of this book from the publisher. 


I stumbled upon Lauren Layne's books not too long ago and absolutely love her writing.  As per her bio she's a New Yorker and she the stories I've read of hers are based in NYC.  I think it helps to love these stories because she paints the town she personally lives in so well in her books. 


Yours in Scandal focuses on the Mayer of NY, Robert and the Governor of NY's estranged daughter Adeline.  She wants to earn her jobs on her own merit not the reputation she built of herself in her rebellious teen years. Aspiring to be NYC's go to event planner is what she has her sights on and taking over the mayor's next party could be her ticket.


Robert doesn't like dirty politics so using Adeline to garner her father's dirty secrets seems very wrong.  Though he likes that she listened to what he actually wanted for his event and pulled it off last minute. What he didn't take into account is for Adeline to turn his head, bring out his protective side and to completely fall for her. 


As usual though, secrets have a way of raising their ugly heads at an inopportune time and thus creating a distrust between Adeline and Robert.  Redemption is key!  And this is the best part of this story.  Atonement and the time where Robert confronts his campaign manager.  Oh happy day!


I know you will enjoy this story if you're a fan of contemporary romances.  It definitely covers all the basis and is written seamlessly.

Man of the Year just happens to be the Mayor of New York who’s term is ending and he is looking to continue in the political world as Governor of the State of New York.   In order to do that he needs to find a way to unseat the current governor and the current governor’s daughter maybe just the way to do that.    A plan is set but little did the Mayor know how enchanting the Governor’s daughter would be.  

I loved how Robert went with the plan, but he kept his integrity.   He didn’t go so far as to feel like he was taking advantage of Adeline.   He hired her as a party planner when his usual planner wasn’t available, felt something between them from the very beginning, and then carefully kept inserting himself into her life.    You could tell he wasn’t sure what to do, he wasn’t sure how much or when to tell her that he knew who she was, and he was falling for her.     I liked how careful, how respectful, and how unsure he was of what was going to happen.   

Adeline, I understood that she was trying to reinvent herself but her “old” self wasn’t a bad person.   The old self was someone looking for their father’s attention, looking for their father’s love, and was going about getting it in the wrong way.   I loved how she had the support of her friends and didn’t back down when things got tough.   She tried to do the right thing for Robert and herself but the feelings she had for him just wouldn’t let her entirely walk away.  

Pick up your own copy of Yours in Scandal.  The book is easy and fun to read.

I enjoyed Robert & Adeline’s story! It’s been a while since I have read a Lauren Layne book and it reminded me why I always liked her writing in the past.  

Robert & Adeline had great chemistry and banter! I loved that River & Adeline were imperfectly perfect for each other. 

I can’t wait to read more in this series! 
I voluntarily reviewed this book.

This was a fun quick read and a great romantic story between Robert and Adeline! While you could tell what was going to happen it was still a great story and so heart warming!  Looking forward to more in the series.

This was an quick and easy fun read!  The chemistry between the main characters made the story that much better!  I can't wait to read the next one!

Great premise but the execution is pretty much a disappointment. I missed the old Lauren Layne. Right now her stories felt mostly regurgitated from her previous books.

This book was seriously so cute. I could not put it down. 

Lauren Layne delivers with Yours in Scandal. Robert Davenport is the Man of the Year and looking to take it to the next level. His plan, to use the rival's daughter to get what he needs. Adeline Blake is just trying to live her new life under the radar but that all goes up in smoke with Robert specifically requests her company for a once in a lifetime opportunity she can't turn down.

While the initial deceit between characters is usually a turn off for me, I couldn't help but hope they would figure it out and open up to each other. The slow burn, told from dual POV, is everything you could want in the trope. The steamy moments are just that, steamy. 

The rising conflict and resolution are well written with just the right amount of angst and release. Overall, Layne did a great job bringing these characters to life. I would recommend this book for anyone looking for a solid slow burn.

***ARC Provided by the Publisher via NetGalley***

Add a timely political story to the heat and just plain fun of a Lauren Layne title and you have this book.

I loved Robert and Adeline, I loved their connection and their passion, for all things and not one another.

Layne has a specific talent for being able to tell stories about real people you want to get to know outside of the pages of a book, and this book was no exception.

I enjoyed and recommend this title.

This was a fun story that served as a perfect distraction from reality for a few hours. I’ll make sure to read the other books in this series.

Lauren is one of my favorite authors and was so thrilled when this book came out. I enjoyed it. I loved the chemistry between Robert and Addie. I cannot wait for her next one.

Thank you Netgalley, the author and publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

3.5/5 stars
 
This was a good slow burn, workplace romance between Robert the current mayor and the Adaline the daughter of the current governor with a wild past. It took me a few chapters, but then I was hooked. The pace was decent and I always love when there are two point s of view. The slow burn chemistry between Robert and Addie was good. It did take most of the story to get to the steamy parts, but there was definite steam! The main issue I had was communication which was unfortunately the whole issue between the couple. Overall, this was a good romance story!
 
*Thank you so much to Montlake Romance and NetGalley for allowing me the opportunity to read this  digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.