I love Lauren layne. So much. She can do no wrong in my eyes. I loved the characters and the plot was unique as I have never read about a mayor before. I can not wait for the next book as, like I said, Lauren layne can do no wrong

This was definitely the perfect read for this turbulent time in the world right now. Though I always feel somewhat distanced from Layne's characters, I nevertheless always enjoy her novels because they offer such great escapism, are entertaining and keep you flipping the pages because they also have some great humor in them. 
Definitely recommend this as a "gateway" to Layne if you're new to this author!

I was so excited to see this is the first book in a series, the Man of the Year series. I fell in love with this author after reading the Central Park Series so I can't wait to see where she goes with this one.

What I loved about this book:

1. Wow! Layne can write such addictive angsty books. The chemistry and attraction is there from day one even though both Robert and Addie try to ignore it. Their witty banter makes this novel a truly enjoyable read.

2. This is a political romance (a romance sub genre I haven't read a lot of) and it was everything I didn't know I needed to read. Robert is NYC's youngest major deciding his next political move. Then Adeline Blake walks in to his life and so does his indecision. It was nice to see behind the scenes personal life decisions of politicians and how the smallest mistake can have huge consequences. Even though everyone saw their relationship as scandalous, it was a joy to read about.

3. Last, but not least is the amazing characters of Robert and Addie. Robert is the straight laced golden child following in his late father's footsteps. He is charming, handsome, and 100% swoon worthy and Addie was his complete opposite. She grew up in the tabloids as the wild child daughter of NY's Governor, but she escaped for a few years and came back as Adeline Blake. Even though Adeline has her life together, she may never be able to escape her wild child past. They were both genuinely kind people and you'll be rooting for them the entire time.

This is one political romance you won't want to miss. With sexual tension dripping off the pages and loveable characters driving this novel you're sure to find this to be an enjoyable read.

A bit disingenuous to imagine that someone who was very famous could be planning parties and rubbing elbows with all the people she was trying to hide from, all by changing her hairstyle and name... other than that, Lauren Layne always writes a fun and engaging novel with steamy romance, and this was no exception.

As individuals: Robert and Adeline both have layers to them that were interesting to read. Robert being the mayor in hopes to run and win as governor, and then there's Addie starting over a life away from the past version of herself. I like how Robert's all this professional guy and the fact that he's the kind of politician that actually has really good intentions for the people and the community (imagine having that in real life.. wow). I LOVE how he's got such a soft side to him that he allowed Addie to see and that he's not afraid to be vulnerable around her. And Addie makes me want to hug her. Imagine wanting a name for yourself without people judging you by your past "image" or actions or simply labeling you as someone's daughter. From what she went through and what she managed to accomplish, I'm actually so proud of her.

As a couple: This series is Lauren Layne's comeback in writing some detailed... smut. Yes, you read that right. We didn't get that in Central Park Pact though. But Robert and Addie were more than the physical aspect of their relationship. I felt THE LOVE in this book. One of the main things I love about them together though that even if the relationship wasn't at all perfect, they still managed to talk things out like mature people. They didn't pressure the other and actually had an understanding.

The romance: This was also kind of a comeback for more romance in Lauren Layne's books. There were scenes of them as a couple a lot and not just them trying to be a couple or figuring out their feelings (I mean they were figuring it out but they were honest about it with each other even before putting a label on the relationship). AND CHEERS TO THE NO MISCOMMUNICATION TROPE!!! THE FLOOR WAS RIGHT THERE BUT MISCOMMUNICATION DIDN'T STEP IN!!! I was so happy with this, and it's largely why I love this book.

Last note: Like with every other LL universe, the girl group friendship is so strong on this one. And I just know we'll be getting their books soon too so I hope to meet them in their own respective stories someday. I also can't wait for Jarod's book! He's caught my attention in Hard Sell (21 Wall Street, #2) and I'm so happy knowing he's gonna be part of this series.

Looking for a feel-good read? Look no further. Lauren Layne’s first book in her new Man of the Year series, Yours in Scandal, is a great read for these homebound days - you’ll finish it in a day and have a big, happy smile on your face!

Robert Davenport’s tenure as mayor of New York City is about to come to an end, so after two successful terms, he’s thinking about what’s next. Maybe a run for governor of New York? His campaign manager thinks he has a good shot, especially if they can get the dirt on the very slippery incumbent. And who better to give them that dirt than the governor’s estranged daughter Addie Brennan - recently returned to NYC as a party planner and calling herself Addie Blake. Against his better judgement, Robert is convinced to hire Adeline in an effort to see what he can find out about the governor.

Adeline hates her father. After ignoring and criticizing her for years, she snapped as a teen and ended up being a huge thorn in his political backside. Parties, boys, drugs, sex, Addie did it all. What she wants now is to fly under the radar and make a life for herself on her own terms. Adeline would rather not see another politician in her lifetime, but when the job to plan the mayor’s farewell party is offered to her firm, she knows she has to take the risk and go for it.

Robert and Adeline have immediate chemistry. She agrees to work for him but tries very hard to keep their relationship at the friendship level. Robert knows that Adeline and Addie are one and the same and he’s falling for both sides of her.

He’d never felt the sting of being friend zoned before, but he felt it now, and it was decidedly unpleasant. He was the mayor of the most populous city in the country, for God’s sake. He was fucking Man of the Year. Generally, single women at least looked twice. They certainly didn’t pass him off to their friend.

Most irritating of all was that some part of the back of his brain knew he should be relieved. Interest in Adeline Blake, elite event planner, was one thing. Interest in Addie Brennan, daughter of his future primary opponent and a ticking time bomb of potential scandal, was political suicide.

What will happen when Addie realizes Robert has known the truth all along? What will happen when Robert decides to run for governor?

This is my first Lauren Layne novel and it definitely won’t be my last. Robert and Adeline are a fun, believable couple with great banter and terrific compatibility in and out of the bedroom. Robert is easy to cheer for - he’s full of integrity and has a playful side. Adeline is also easy to love - she’s had her share of hardships but is taking charge of her life and making her own happiness. The challenges Layne throws in their path are credible and I loved how the author chooses less predictable actions and reactions. I cheered when instead of going down the Big Misunderstanding route, Ms. Layne took us on a more mature character journey than we often see these days.

Yours in Scandal is a quick read at under 250 pages and I would have loved to have a longer epilogue, but what it lacks in length it makes up for in smiles and laughs. I’m looking forward to reading the second Man of the Year installment coming out this fall.

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Lauren Layne is back with her trademark sexy New Yorkers. This time we venture into the world of politics and what happens when a reformed bad girl meets New York’s Man of the Year mayor. 

Robert Davenford may  not be thrilled about being named Man of the Year, but as the dashing mayor of New York he is the most eligible bachelor in the city. He also has his sights set on being the next governor of New York city. The only obstacle in his way seems to be the current governor. He may be dark and shady but there also seems to be no way for Robert to prove this. That is until his campaign manager points him in the direction of the governor’s former  party girl daughter, Addie. 

Addie has done everything to distance herself from her bad girl past and reinvent herself as a demure and professional party planner. She’s changed her looks, her clothes and even her name and just about severed any ties that can lead her back to her infamous past. All she wants now is to be as far away as possible from her father and make a name for herself. So when the mayor asks her to plan his farewell party, the last thing she needs and wants is to be attracted to the sexy politician. 

Crackling chemistry never ceases in this sexy romance between a strait laced mayor who has never strayed from the straight and narrow and the bad girl who is doing everything possible to be a good girl. Another winner by Lauren Layne!!

Addie Blake, the reformed bad girl daughter of the current governor, unknowingly finds herself as ammunition to Robert Davenport's – Man of the Year and New York City's youngest mayor – aim to claim the governor position. Amidst a ruse that involves hiring Addie and her event planning expertise in order to find dirt and dethrone her father, Robert is blindsided by the very girl that could only complicate matters worse. 

One of the highlights of this book was Addie and her quick wit and sarcasm, embodying the perfect mix of sensibility and sass. Despite putting behind her wild-child days for the road to maturity, we see glimpses of the old Addie that she manages to contain well hidden. Which is why seeing her come into her own and reconcile Addie Brennan and Adeline Blake came as one of the best moments of the book. Robert, for all his flaws and mishaps, still stood to be a great character. He was nothing short of a complete gentleman, incredibly charming, and an amazing love interest who's capable of meeting Addie toe for toe. 

The friendships that Addie had with Rosalie and Jane, even the side characters like Kenny were an absolute delight. Packed with just the right amount of teasing and humor, Yours in Scandal is a cute and quick read wrapped nicely with a good, solid pace on top of an already promising premise.

I adored this story (and am so happy that Lauren Layne returned to steamy books!) It was a super fast paced book, but I loved the tension between Robert and Addie. Even though the hero is a politician, I found it to contain very little politics making it a great escape read right now. I was also very happy with the Jared cameo and know that Lauren Layne fans will love seeing her series intersect in this book.

Thanks to Montlake Romance and Netgalley for my copy for review.

4.5 stars

Your In Scandal by Lauren Layne was a great read. Loved everything about it.

The storyline is entertaining, the characters were likable, engaging and my interest was captured from the first page until the end.

Another wonderful read by the talented Lauren Layne and a great start to the Man of the Year Series.

*Thank you to the publisher via Netgalley for the advance copy.*

Yours in Scandal is a sweet story about finding happiness and ‘your’ person amid the cutthroat world of politics and the pressure of life in the public eye.

For some people, life is all about the winning, no matter who you have to step over or throw dirt at in order to get there. Robert is nothing like that and has prided himself on his respectability through his two terms as Mayor of New York. A career he was destined to undertake following in his father’s footsteps who he lost at a very young age. However, as his time in the Mayorial position is coming to a close, Robert begins questioning the next step in his journey not just in his career but also in his personal life. A personal life he hasn’t really had since becoming an elected official.

Meeting Adeline (Addie) originally began as a way to gain inside information, for Addie is the notorious daughter of the current state Governor and former wild child. Robert isn’t at all comfortable with the undertaking, suggested by his campaign manager, but goes ahead with the meeting despite his reservations. Robert never expected to be instantly intrigued by the woman Addie has become.

Addie has recreated herself in the few years she has been out of the public eye. Gone is the wild child and in her place is a very serious, career-driven event planner who wears very unflattering blazers 😂 For her own sanity Addie had to become estranged from her emotionally abusive father, a difficult thing to achieve after leading such a high profile life. Addie is understandably wary of anyone new entering her carefully crafted life.

The chemistry between Robert and Addie is instantaneous, although there are a large number of barriers to overcome before they are able to form any relationship other than professional.

Yours in Scandal shows how each individual has to reconcile their past with their present and embrace both in order to be comfortable with who they are. Although our past does not define us it does shape the people we become.

Another aspect of the plot illustrates the need to live life for yourself and not for anyone else whether it be a parent or ‘the public’ – happiness cannot be found in the shadow for other peoples expectations.

i have rated this book a 2 and i am so ashamed.  for anyone that knows me knows this author is one of my ultimate favorites but this book didnt work. the main characters had no spark, it was boring and slow and predictable. in essense i feel it had soooo much potential but it was rushed so it took away from the story. I will read book 2 and hopefully it works out better. i am so sad.

This was a fun and entertaining read that is exactly what was needed in this time and day. The story might seem a little cliched: politician falls for the wild daughter of his opponent, but it was really well executed. I liked both characters a lot but especially Adeline and how much she worked to reinvent herself.
A wonderful read from an author that never disappoints.

A refreshing, feel-good, swoony romance from on of my favorite authors—Lauren Layne. The chemistry is sizzling, the banter is topnotch, and the story is smart and highly entertaining. I highly recommend Yours in Scandal.

Let me start off by saying that I loved this book! It was the quintessential 'lying to get what I want' story when Robert hires Adeline Blake to be his event planner. His team wants him to be governor and this is one way to do it. 

Of course, you can guess, that Robert and Addie soon fall for each other and all hell breaks loose. It definitely doesn't happen as quickly as you would assume, and at times you think it's not going to happen at all but it's really exciting.

The dynamic between Robert and Adeline is unlike anything I've ever read before. It was hot, heavy, and intense! Their relationship, both friendly and romantic was very real. It didn't feel like I was reading a book, it felt like I was reading about a real relationship. 

I also loved the politics part of it. It was obviously on a much smaller scale but the idea of reading about the Mayor of NYC and having him be hot & young was super cool. 

The novel wasn't totally out of touch -- everything that happened could actually happen but with a little touch of something else. I thought those elements made it a really good read.

I flew through this book within a few days. It kept my attention, wasn't too cheesy and the ending made me so happy. The book, in general, made me happy so I think it's probably the perfect book for these times right now. If you need something light-hearted but with a bit of intensity, 

Yours in Scandal had a little bit of everything: romance, politics, friendships, and obviously lots of scandals.

Yours In Scandal is the first book in Lauren Layne's Man of the Year series and I LOVED it. Lauren Layne is one of my favorite romance writers and she knocked this one out of the park. The story line was unique and I was hooked by the end of the first chapter. If you're looking to pick up a romance, look no further!

Another delightful contemporary romance from Lauren Layne! This one is a bit steamier than her other series I recently read (Central Park Pact) which I enjoyed - as well as the politician and his enemy's daughter storyline! All around a fun, enjoyable read. Looking forward to book 2 in this series later this year!

3.5 Stars! 
I very much enjoyed this story. 
It was a quick, easy read and it kept me entertained. 
I loved the dynamic between Adeline and Robert. Their romance was steamy and had that opposites attract element and it was executed very well. 
The story didn’t have much depth but I enjoyed anyway. Looking forward to writing more from this author.

loved the plot of this book so much and the writing style was so unique but what made it stand out from other romance books was the characters and how their personalities complimented each other

I am such a Lauren Layne fan after I loved all three books in her Central Park Pact series. Yours In Scandal did not disappoint! It was a fun, contemporary romance with a dash of predicability but with the way the world is going at the moment, I found complete comfort in it. This is Robert and Adeline's New York romance and it was just so delightful. I loved that Adeline was career focused and wanted to remain out of the spotlight, and Robert's determination was very admirable. The pacing was really well done, it has characters you will love. My only worry is that, it feels very much like something we have read before by Lauren Layne. I think she knows what she is good at, and that's great-but I don't want to start feeling like I've already read this story by her either.