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The Baker’s Creek Billionaire Brothers #7
Collide with Me
USA TODAY Bestselling Author Claudia Burgoa continues a romantic comedy series of enemies who become lovers. A romance where opposites attract and being different leads to falling in love.
I love routine. Schedules. Stability.
And I’m about to travel across the country with an actual chicken and the one man who I would schedule a root canal to avoid.
How did this happen? Let me back up.
My mom had one final request of me before she died: to spread her ashes around the country while I completed her bucket list.
It won’t be easy, but I want to honor her wishes. However, I need some help (and I absolutely hate that).
I don’t have a license - or a car - and I need someone to drive who won’t mind my mom’s chicken, Hennifer Aniston, on board. My options have been narrowed to one person: Hutch Aldridge-Sanders.
I have no interest in hanging out with the spontaneous, easy-going bad-boy of New York. But he’s my only hope.
I’m dreading being in a car with Hutch’s free spirit for a couple of weeks. Throw in the chicken, and this is bound to be a disaster.
Except that I forgot that opposites don’t just attract—they make sparks fly.
Collide With Me is a sexy and steamy romance. Enjoy this opposites attract, close proximity romance where being different means your pieces fit just right, and coming back home means a new beginning.
I love routine. Schedules. Stability.
And I’m about to travel across the country with an actual chicken and the one man who I would schedule a root canal to avoid.
How did this happen? Let me back up.
My mom had one final request of me before she died: to spread her ashes around the country while I completed her bucket list.
It won’t be easy, but I want to honor her wishes. However, I need some help (and I absolutely hate that).
I don’t have a license - or a car - and I need someone to drive who won’t mind my mom’s chicken, Hennifer Aniston, on board. My options have been narrowed to one person: Hutch Aldridge-Sanders.
I have no interest in hanging out with the spontaneous, easy-going bad-boy of New York. But he’s my only hope.
I’m dreading being in a car with Hutch’s free spirit for a couple of weeks. Throw in the chicken, and this is bound to be a disaster.
Except that I forgot that opposites don’t just attract—they make sparks fly.
Collide With Me is a sexy and steamy romance. Enjoy this opposites attract, close proximity romance where being different means your pieces fit just right, and coming back home means a new beginning.
262 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 13, 2022
About the author
Claudia Y. Burgoa
110 books6,192 followersClaudia is an award-winning, USA Today bestselling author.
She writes alluring, thrilling stories about complicated women and the men who take their breath away.
She lives in Denver, Colorado with her husband and her youngest two children. She has a sweet Bichon, Macey, who thinks she's the ruler of the house. She's only partially right.
When Claudia is not writing, you can find her reading, knitting, or just hanging out with her family.
At night, she likes to binge watch shows with her equally geeky husband.
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She writes alluring, thrilling stories about complicated women and the men who take their breath away.
She lives in Denver, Colorado with her husband and her youngest two children. She has a sweet Bichon, Macey, who thinks she's the ruler of the house. She's only partially right.
When Claudia is not writing, you can find her reading, knitting, or just hanging out with her family.
At night, she likes to binge watch shows with her equally geeky husband.
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September 21, 2022
I was so excited to learn that we would be getting more of this series, and it is time to get to know the Sanders side of this family.
Hutcheson Sanders aka Hutch is a man of many talents, but he is still looking to find himself. His family and friends see him as a funny, carefree playboy but he decides he could use a distraction before signing up to work in the lucrative family business.
Amber Livingstone is a busy attorney working for her stoic father's practice. When her mother passes away, she not only leaves a whole in Amber's heart she leaves her with a list of things and places to see. It must be a road trip; she must spread her mom's ashes. she is required to take Henny which is her mom's pet chicken, and she has to try to have fun. Now Amber living in the city hasn't driven much and she could really use a driver. This is how Hutch gets involved. This couple is known to one another but are not friends. So, this is an unlikely pair, but they make a deal and off they go!
What an emotional, sweet, funny adventure that soon has you falling in love with Hutch, Amber and yes Henny! Loved their quick, witty, smart banter and the way they learned to make this road trip work in the best way!
~~Michele McMullen ~~
Hutcheson Sanders aka Hutch is a man of many talents, but he is still looking to find himself. His family and friends see him as a funny, carefree playboy but he decides he could use a distraction before signing up to work in the lucrative family business.
Amber Livingstone is a busy attorney working for her stoic father's practice. When her mother passes away, she not only leaves a whole in Amber's heart she leaves her with a list of things and places to see. It must be a road trip; she must spread her mom's ashes. she is required to take Henny which is her mom's pet chicken, and she has to try to have fun. Now Amber living in the city hasn't driven much and she could really use a driver. This is how Hutch gets involved. This couple is known to one another but are not friends. So, this is an unlikely pair, but they make a deal and off they go!
What an emotional, sweet, funny adventure that soon has you falling in love with Hutch, Amber and yes Henny! Loved their quick, witty, smart banter and the way they learned to make this road trip work in the best way!
~~Michele McMullen ~~
September 13, 2022
After reading book 6 in the series, YOURS TO KEEP which is the last of the original Aldridge Brothers, we found out that there was more to come because there were more brothers and a few sisters that we didn't know about so I was super excited to see what Claudia had in store for us. Well, she started this next set of siblings with an epic road trip that will pull at your heartstrings one minute and have you laughing the next. This book can be read as a standalone but I loved the prior books in the series so I would recommend reading them for more of an understanding of the family dynamics.
What is a person to do when their beloved mother passes away and leaves them one last request? Well, you do your best to fulfill it even if it means going on a road trip with someone you don't care for and her emotional support chicken, Hennifer Aniston.
Hutch Aldridge-Sanders decides to be Amber's driver and take her to all the places her mom mapped out for her just so he can get away from his dad for a while and figure things out. Hutch is what you would call a fixer, he found pleasure in fixing things for people and this made him the absolute best person for driving cross country with Amber and Hennifer.
Amber and Hutch along with Hennifer embark on a road trip like no other and I for one loved every minute of it.
If you enjoy Contemporary New Adult Romances, Enemies to Lovers Romances, Large Family Romances, or Road Trip Romances I would recommend this book to you.
Happy Reading!!!
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**I also pre-ordered a kindle copy
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What is a person to do when their beloved mother passes away and leaves them one last request? Well, you do your best to fulfill it even if it means going on a road trip with someone you don't care for and her emotional support chicken, Hennifer Aniston.
Hutch Aldridge-Sanders decides to be Amber's driver and take her to all the places her mom mapped out for her just so he can get away from his dad for a while and figure things out. Hutch is what you would call a fixer, he found pleasure in fixing things for people and this made him the absolute best person for driving cross country with Amber and Hennifer.
Amber and Hutch along with Hennifer embark on a road trip like no other and I for one loved every minute of it.
If you enjoy Contemporary New Adult Romances, Enemies to Lovers Romances, Large Family Romances, or Road Trip Romances I would recommend this book to you.
Happy Reading!!!
Find out more here ➡ https://bit.ly/NBReviewCwM
**I have voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this book for my Blog, Nadine's Obsessed with Books**I also pre-ordered a kindle copy
You can find me here: https://linktr.ee/NadineBookaholic
September 7, 2022
"He thinks I have a plan, but I'm just as lost as he is...
What if we're two lost souls being happy together?"
These two complimented each other perfectly.
The moment Hutch pushed the start button the course of their lives changed forever.
"Remember, you don't need to sacrifice yourself to make other people happy."
Hutch was lost, he just couldn't find his footing.
The "new" family wasn't helping his situation either.
He needed a way out, a chance to get his thoughts together.
So when the opportunity to responsibly escape his reality arose he took it.
How hard could driving someone cross country be?
Amber had just lost her mom and was spiraling emotionally. Her mom's last wish was to have her remains spread at various sites across the country. - She even mapped it out -
Their last big hoorah
Amber could do this -
She just needed to hire a driver
Craft a solid itinerary to keep them on schedule
And secure her recently acquired emotional support chicken ...
don't ask
Turns out the only easy part was the chicken
This was all the feels. I smiled. I broke just a touch. I related. I laughed. I covered my eyes and plugged my ears (lol). I hoped.
Such a great series
It's about family- both blood and chosen
It's about discovering who you are
It's about getting up again after you fall
It's about believing in yourself
Each story is one you'll want to read again and again
What if we're two lost souls being happy together?"
These two complimented each other perfectly.
The moment Hutch pushed the start button the course of their lives changed forever.
"Remember, you don't need to sacrifice yourself to make other people happy."
Hutch was lost, he just couldn't find his footing.
The "new" family wasn't helping his situation either.
He needed a way out, a chance to get his thoughts together.
So when the opportunity to responsibly escape his reality arose he took it.
How hard could driving someone cross country be?
Amber had just lost her mom and was spiraling emotionally. Her mom's last wish was to have her remains spread at various sites across the country. - She even mapped it out -
Their last big hoorah
Amber could do this -
She just needed to hire a driver
Craft a solid itinerary to keep them on schedule
And secure her recently acquired emotional support chicken ...
don't ask
Turns out the only easy part was the chicken
This was all the feels. I smiled. I broke just a touch. I related. I laughed. I covered my eyes and plugged my ears (lol). I hoped.
Such a great series
It's about family- both blood and chosen
It's about discovering who you are
It's about getting up again after you fall
It's about believing in yourself
Each story is one you'll want to read again and again
September 14, 2022
4* Frenemies Stars
When Amber’s mother dies her last wish is for her to take a road trip and spread her ashes around the country, together with her beloved pet chicken Hennifer Aniston. The only problem is that Amber does not own a car or have a drivers Licence! When Hutch Sanders offers to be her driver she is not thrilled because being the uptight lawyer she is, she likes to be in control of the situation and structure and routine are very important to her, Hutch on the other is totally the opposite. He is a renowned playboy who is always looking for a fun time but has lost his way in life.
What transpires is an adventure both did not anticipate. Watching them transform from enemies who bickered and argued constantly to becoming friends and then developing feelings for each other was entertaining and heartfelt at times.
This was a fun and happy read and lovely addition to the Bakers Creek Billionaire Brothers Series.
When Amber’s mother dies her last wish is for her to take a road trip and spread her ashes around the country, together with her beloved pet chicken Hennifer Aniston. The only problem is that Amber does not own a car or have a drivers Licence! When Hutch Sanders offers to be her driver she is not thrilled because being the uptight lawyer she is, she likes to be in control of the situation and structure and routine are very important to her, Hutch on the other is totally the opposite. He is a renowned playboy who is always looking for a fun time but has lost his way in life.
What transpires is an adventure both did not anticipate. Watching them transform from enemies who bickered and argued constantly to becoming friends and then developing feelings for each other was entertaining and heartfelt at times.
This was a fun and happy read and lovely addition to the Bakers Creek Billionaire Brothers Series.
September 22, 2022
5 star Review Collide With Me (The Baker’s Creek Billionaire Brothers #7) by Claudia Burgoa
AUDIO REVIEW:
When I heard that there were going to be more books in this series I was thrilled. Now it’s time to get to know the Sanders side of the family. This is Hutcheson (Hutch) Sanders and Amber Livingstone’s story, throw in a neurotic chicken named Hennifer Aniston and I could not wait to read.
This can be read as a stand alone but if you haven't read any of the other books in this series I would recommend you do. It will give you that much more understanding and enjoyment, but that is just my opinion.
Needing to set out on a road trip from coast to coast, to tick off items on a bucket list, Amber, with her mother’s chicken, needs a driver.; that’s where Hutch comes in when he offers his series.
Listening to the narration by Aaron Shedlock and Natalie Naudus was a pleasure. Their voices are easy to listen to and they certainly brought the story and the characters to life for me.
I loved this entertaining, witty story and the road trip with a chicken (of all things) really added to my enjoyment. The growth of both Hutch and Amber as their relationship developed was heart warming. I loved Hutch, he is totally swoon worthy and I loved how he brought Amber out of her shell.
The connection they forged was intense and I loved their journey as they fell in love. A beautifully written, romantic, witty story that ticked every box for me.
AUDIO REVIEW:
When I heard that there were going to be more books in this series I was thrilled. Now it’s time to get to know the Sanders side of the family. This is Hutcheson (Hutch) Sanders and Amber Livingstone’s story, throw in a neurotic chicken named Hennifer Aniston and I could not wait to read.
This can be read as a stand alone but if you haven't read any of the other books in this series I would recommend you do. It will give you that much more understanding and enjoyment, but that is just my opinion.
Needing to set out on a road trip from coast to coast, to tick off items on a bucket list, Amber, with her mother’s chicken, needs a driver.; that’s where Hutch comes in when he offers his series.
Listening to the narration by Aaron Shedlock and Natalie Naudus was a pleasure. Their voices are easy to listen to and they certainly brought the story and the characters to life for me.
I loved this entertaining, witty story and the road trip with a chicken (of all things) really added to my enjoyment. The growth of both Hutch and Amber as their relationship developed was heart warming. I loved Hutch, he is totally swoon worthy and I loved how he brought Amber out of her shell.
The connection they forged was intense and I loved their journey as they fell in love. A beautifully written, romantic, witty story that ticked every box for me.
September 29, 2022
AUDIO REVIEW
I loved everything about Hutchison (Hutch) Sanders and Amber Livingstone’s road trip across the US.
What happens when two strangers embark on a bucket list road trip !!!!!
Amber needs to tick off items on a bucket list for her late mother so she needs a driver to help her and her mothers chicken Hennifer (Henny) Aniston complete all the places her mother left her notes for. This is where Hutch comes in, looking for a distraction this seems the perfect opportunity for him to escape his family for a month. It was only meant to be a road trip, neither Amber or Hutch were looking for anything more so what happens when they realise they want more. One click to find out.
Aaron Shedlock and Natalie Naudus did a fantastic job with the narration and they really brought this story and the characters to life. They were spot on with the humour and the emotions.
This was a fun, quirky, laugh out loud road trip that captivated from the moment I picked this book up and there was no putting down until the final word had been read. I fell hard and fast for Hutch and I adored Amber but what took this book to another level was watching Hutch come to terms with not only his feelings for Amber but also excepting family can be just what you need.
The chemistry is sizzling, the banter is witty and this book is full of love and laughter which makes it the perfect addition to The Bakers Creek Billionaire Brothers Series.
I loved everything about Hutchison (Hutch) Sanders and Amber Livingstone’s road trip across the US.
What happens when two strangers embark on a bucket list road trip !!!!!
Amber needs to tick off items on a bucket list for her late mother so she needs a driver to help her and her mothers chicken Hennifer (Henny) Aniston complete all the places her mother left her notes for. This is where Hutch comes in, looking for a distraction this seems the perfect opportunity for him to escape his family for a month. It was only meant to be a road trip, neither Amber or Hutch were looking for anything more so what happens when they realise they want more. One click to find out.
Aaron Shedlock and Natalie Naudus did a fantastic job with the narration and they really brought this story and the characters to life. They were spot on with the humour and the emotions.
This was a fun, quirky, laugh out loud road trip that captivated from the moment I picked this book up and there was no putting down until the final word had been read. I fell hard and fast for Hutch and I adored Amber but what took this book to another level was watching Hutch come to terms with not only his feelings for Amber but also excepting family can be just what you need.
The chemistry is sizzling, the banter is witty and this book is full of love and laughter which makes it the perfect addition to The Bakers Creek Billionaire Brothers Series.
September 10, 2022
In Hutch and Amber's romance we return to the Bakers Creek family with the first of the Sanders siblings. This is one of my all-time favorite series, and I love that Burgoa has given us more characters to keep the series going. Each new book feels like the very best homecoming.
Amber Livingstone is an over-achieving, militantly organized, type A who lives and breathes her job as an attorney at her father's firm. After her mother’s death, Amber is left with a special request: complete her mother's bucket list by taking a cross-country trip with several stops along the way. Amber just needs to find someone to take the trip with her.
Hutch Sanders is not what he appears and often misunderstood, sometimes by his own family. He has pressure to settle down and work in the family business. But when he overhears Amber's father discussing her trip, Hutch seizes the opportunity to get away from expectations, get out of town, and take some time to decide what to do with his life. Now he just has to convince Amber to take a chance on the purported partying player as her traveling partner.
I love the road trip setup with two people who are complete opposites and have so many wrong assumptions about each other. As the miles roll by, Amber loosens up, Hutch lowers his walls, and a friendship begins. In honoring her mother by fulfilling her last request, Amber learns to let go, relax, and live a little. But at some point, the trip must come to an end, and both will have to face the real world again.
Y'all, this one is so amazing I devoured it in one sitting, reading late into the night. Setting this phenomenal story aside before I had finished it wasn’t even an option. I love the evocative romance, her yin to his yang, and had to reach for the tissues a few times. The other side of this emotional story is the satisfaction of seeing two people grow and evolve and finally live life on their own terms. Sweet and heartfelt but powerful and inspiring, this is my favorite Burgoa romance yet. Guaranteed to make your romantic heart ecstatically happy, you absolutely won’t want to miss this one!
Amber Livingstone is an over-achieving, militantly organized, type A who lives and breathes her job as an attorney at her father's firm. After her mother’s death, Amber is left with a special request: complete her mother's bucket list by taking a cross-country trip with several stops along the way. Amber just needs to find someone to take the trip with her.
Hutch Sanders is not what he appears and often misunderstood, sometimes by his own family. He has pressure to settle down and work in the family business. But when he overhears Amber's father discussing her trip, Hutch seizes the opportunity to get away from expectations, get out of town, and take some time to decide what to do with his life. Now he just has to convince Amber to take a chance on the purported partying player as her traveling partner.
I love the road trip setup with two people who are complete opposites and have so many wrong assumptions about each other. As the miles roll by, Amber loosens up, Hutch lowers his walls, and a friendship begins. In honoring her mother by fulfilling her last request, Amber learns to let go, relax, and live a little. But at some point, the trip must come to an end, and both will have to face the real world again.
Y'all, this one is so amazing I devoured it in one sitting, reading late into the night. Setting this phenomenal story aside before I had finished it wasn’t even an option. I love the evocative romance, her yin to his yang, and had to reach for the tissues a few times. The other side of this emotional story is the satisfaction of seeing two people grow and evolve and finally live life on their own terms. Sweet and heartfelt but powerful and inspiring, this is my favorite Burgoa romance yet. Guaranteed to make your romantic heart ecstatically happy, you absolutely won’t want to miss this one!
September 19, 2022
Oh my goodness!! Talk about swooning! Collide With Me was the seventh book in Claudia’s Baker’s Creek Billionaire Brothers series. It can be read as a stand-alone but why would you want to miss out on all the other amazing brothers? It was sweet, angsty, and had all the laughs!
Hutch wasn’t exactly the best guy for a 9-5 workday. He tended to get bored easily and wanted variety. When a chance to drive someone around the country for a few weeks presented itself, could he refuse?
Amber was all about routine, she needed structure and schedules. When her mom passed away she had one last request - to spread her ashes around several places in the country. Would she be able to give up enough of her control to make it through the entire trip?
This book was just so much fun. I loved the mix of sweet and tender moments mixed with all the humor. And Henny!! The most amazing chicken ever! I already loved this series and this book was the perfect transition to the Sanders side of the family! I can’t wait to see what’s next!!
Hutch wasn’t exactly the best guy for a 9-5 workday. He tended to get bored easily and wanted variety. When a chance to drive someone around the country for a few weeks presented itself, could he refuse?
Amber was all about routine, she needed structure and schedules. When her mom passed away she had one last request - to spread her ashes around several places in the country. Would she be able to give up enough of her control to make it through the entire trip?
This book was just so much fun. I loved the mix of sweet and tender moments mixed with all the humor. And Henny!! The most amazing chicken ever! I already loved this series and this book was the perfect transition to the Sanders side of the family! I can’t wait to see what’s next!!
September 14, 2022
I enjoyed this story. Collide With Me is a fun enemies to lovers/opposites attract romance that held my interest until the end. This story takes us on an epic bucket list road trip and will give you all the feels. It follows Hutch Aldridge-Sanders and Amber Livingstone and is a story about learning to live life to its fullest and on your terms. These two had so many incorrect assumptions about each other before the trip and I enjoyed seeing them both realize how wrong they were and slowly become friends and then so much more as the story progressed. I loved the road trip and enjoyed getting to experience the different places through their eyes.
This well written tale was emotional, humorous, swoony and inspiring and is one of my favorite novels by this author. I loved it and would highly recommend it.
This well written tale was emotional, humorous, swoony and inspiring and is one of my favorite novels by this author. I loved it and would highly recommend it.
September 13, 2022
This was such a fun and quick read by Claudia Burgoa. Hutch and Amber’s story unfolded quickly as their journey took them from one coast to the next. The ride was bumpy at times but they found a way to navigate through their preconceived beliefs of one another and found love. It was sweet, funny and an enjoyable read.
September 13, 2022
This was an unexpected addition to the Bakers Creek series and I think it’s my favourite! I adored the road trip, the funny banter, and the chicken!
”It’s like putting a can of gasoline and matches in the same place. At some point there’s going to be an explosion.”
Amber Livingstone has a road trip and bucket list to complete. She just needs someone to drive her and her late mother’s chicken, Hennifer Aniston, from one side of the country to the other. She balks when Hutcheson Sanders offers to be her driver. She’s an uptight, schedule-following lawyer, and he’s a rich playboy with a bad reputation. However, she doesn’t really have any other options. What starts out as a journey that could end in murder, the road trip is surprising and enlightening, as Amber and Hutch realise that there’s a lot more going on beneath both their facades.
”It’s so f*cking frightening that I want to be her world - and everything in between.”
I loved the personal journey that both Amber and Hutch made, as well as the sheer enjoyment of the road trip they took. I feel really inspired to go and see some of their destinations. Hutch was charming, thoughtful and immensely likeable. He was a definite keeper. Amber had forgotten what it was like to truly live, and I loved how Hutch challenged her and coaxed out her adventurous spirit. They built a great connection and I felt that their fall into love was natural and sweet. This story was funny, adorable (Hutch’s conversations with Henny made me giggle), sexy and inspiring. One of my new faves! 💜🐔
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”It’s like putting a can of gasoline and matches in the same place. At some point there’s going to be an explosion.”
Amber Livingstone has a road trip and bucket list to complete. She just needs someone to drive her and her late mother’s chicken, Hennifer Aniston, from one side of the country to the other. She balks when Hutcheson Sanders offers to be her driver. She’s an uptight, schedule-following lawyer, and he’s a rich playboy with a bad reputation. However, she doesn’t really have any other options. What starts out as a journey that could end in murder, the road trip is surprising and enlightening, as Amber and Hutch realise that there’s a lot more going on beneath both their facades.
”It’s so f*cking frightening that I want to be her world - and everything in between.”
I loved the personal journey that both Amber and Hutch made, as well as the sheer enjoyment of the road trip they took. I feel really inspired to go and see some of their destinations. Hutch was charming, thoughtful and immensely likeable. He was a definite keeper. Amber had forgotten what it was like to truly live, and I loved how Hutch challenged her and coaxed out her adventurous spirit. They built a great connection and I felt that their fall into love was natural and sweet. This story was funny, adorable (Hutch’s conversations with Henny made me giggle), sexy and inspiring. One of my new faves! 💜🐔
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September 12, 2022
Claudia Burgoa has done it again! I absolutely loved Collide with Me; it is an incredible opposites attract love story. It is the seventh book in her The Baker’s Creek Billionaire Brothers series. I love that each book in the series is a standalone book and that I did not have to have read the other books in her series to enjoy Collide with Me, since I have only read one other book in the series. I thoroughly enjoyed Collide with Me, and I am looking forward to reading the remaining books in the series. Claudia Burgoa shows that she is an amazing storyteller and has once again provided her readers with amazing characters. I love all the characters in Collide with Me, they feel like family! Collide With Me filled me with a rollercoaster of emotions, I could not put it down, and I loved every moment on every page. Who does not love hot sexy men, strong females, loving families, and friends, who always support one another? I love how Claudia Burgoa always manages to create the "perfect" heroine, who is a strong woman on her own, to balance out the sexy, swoon worthy men. I really enjoy how the book is told in the first person from the perspective of the main characters. I love getting the insight and feelings from the different characters. I love the lighter moments where I find myself smiling and laughing out loud. My favorite moments are the ones that pull at my heartstrings that cause me to sigh, as I read the heartbreaking moments. Collide With Me is filled with heartbreaking and heartwarming moments that I have come to love and expect in Claudia Burgoa love story, and she did not disappoint, especially with the poignant and bittersweet moments that filled this page turner. Collide With Me is an opposites attract love story between Amber Livingstone, corporate attorney, and Hutcheson “Hutch” Sanders. Amber’s mother Clover died after a short battle with cancer. Clover’s last request of Amber is that she take a cross-county road trip that Clover mapped out, requesting Amber little a little part of Clover behind at designated locations. Amber does not drive or have a car. Hutch volunteers to be her driver. His father, Herbert recently issued him an ultimatum to figure out what he wants to do with his life. This trip is just what Hutch needs, especially after recently discovering that William T. Aldridge is his biological father, and not Herbert Sanders who he always believed it to be. Hutch, Amber, and Hennifer Anniston, her mother’s chicken, take off on their road trip. I love the relationship between, Hutch and Henny. As Amber and Hutch travel cross-country together their feelings for one another begin to change. Because of Hutch’s reputation, Amber is not sure that she wants a romantic relationship with him. As they continue to spend more time together, things slowly begin to change between them. They share secrets that they have not revealed to each other before. I love the chemistry between Hutch and Amber. I love that both Hutch and Amber were both so vulnerable and that each of them changes because of their love for one another. I love how they share things that they have never shared before, especially the secrets that Amber shares about her relationship with her father and her job and Hutch shares regarding his relationship with his reputation. I love all the things that Hutch has does for Amber during their trip. A surprise plot twist changes things between them. I love how everything gets resolved between them. I love how Hutch decides what to do with his life and helping Blaire Aldridge out as well. I love the changes that Hutch, and Amber make in their lives to have a life with one another. I also love how the epilogue takes place one year after their trip and how it went above and beyond a happily ever after, especially with Hudson’s proposal. My favorite part of the story are the audio tapes that Amber’s mom left for her to listen to along her journey, some were truly heartbreaking. I love the characters and the family dynamic in Collide with Me, the characters feel like family and friends. I enjoyed all the interactions between the Sanders and Aldridge families, the characters feel like family and friends. I enjoyed all the interactions between the Sanders and Aldridge siblings especially their teasing that made me laugh. I especially love that Hudson reached out to the Aldridge siblings for help during their trip. I loved catching up with the Aldridge siblings. I loved all the characters in Collide with Me, and I am looking forward to reading the other books in the series. Who does not love family and friends that always have each other’s backs? I thoroughly enjoyed Collide with Me, who does not love an opposites attract love story? Highly recommend this incredible love story and am so looking forward to reading the other books in the series.
September 25, 2022
A Wonderfully Captivating & Delightful Story & Listen🎧
Collide with Me
The Baker’s Creek Billionaire Brothers, Book 7
By: Claudia Burgoa
Narrated by: Natalie Naudus, Aaron Shedlock
Claudia Burgoa penned another winner of a novel set in her Baker’s Creek Billionaire Brothers’ series, the book stands on its own so you will not feel lost or like you missed something because you have not read or listened to the earlier books in the series yet, it will make you want to get the other books because it is wonderfully delightful and will captivate your attention from start to end. The characters are realistic, easy to relate to and connect with, they are easy to care about and fall for too. Amber I adored both lead characters, opposites in so many ways, yet perfect together and for each other. Amber Livingstone’s parents could not be more different, her father a workaholic corporate lawyer and her Mother more carefree raising her like a flower child of the sixties, so she got to see both sides of the coin yet she followed her father’s footsteps and became a corporate lawyer, a rigid workaholic. She did not even recognize that is who she became until after her Mom got seriously ill. She was close to her and was not sure how she would survive losing her. But her Mother knew her and had a plan, one that would take her on a road trip, to get her out of her office and see there is to more to life than working. Her Mom added another stipulation to her request, she needed to take Hennifer with her, her emotional support chicken, LOL. The only problem is she does not drive but Hutch Aldrige-Sanders comes to her rescue, ok, not exactly but he makes her a proposition. Hutch’s dad is not happy with him, sees him as a goofball with no responsibilities, and wants him to find his worthiness and place in the world and the family business. Hutch does not want to work in an office and it was after overhearing a conversation about Amber needing a driver he came up with a plan. Except Amber does not like him, and wants nothing to do with him, but he turns out to be her only option, and off they go. I loved how everything played out in this book, it is a beautifully written and plotted story with a perfect balance of romance, humor, drama, heartfelt emotions and a wonderful “opposites attract” romance. Claudia Burgoa, thank you for another amazing story and an emotional rollercoaster ride.
🎧📚🎧 And for the fabulous narration, Natalie Naudus and Aaron Shedlock were the perfect cast to bring these characters and story to life. They did an amazing job portraying these characters, giving each a voice that suited their character’s persona to a tee and were believable in every role they played. Aaron Shedlock nailed it as Hutch, grasped all sides of his personality, and Natalie Naudus did the same for Amber. Both were great voicing the secondary characters as well. They sent the perfect tone for the story, handled the witty dialogue with ease, and landed the humor effortlessly. You could hear how much heart they put into their work as they captured all the character’s emotions and projected them into their performance. These entertaining storytellers are a pleasure to listen to and their narration enhanced an already wonderful story to another level. Thank you for another outstanding listen.
Collide with Me
The Baker’s Creek Billionaire Brothers, Book 7
By: Claudia Burgoa
Narrated by: Natalie Naudus, Aaron Shedlock
Claudia Burgoa penned another winner of a novel set in her Baker’s Creek Billionaire Brothers’ series, the book stands on its own so you will not feel lost or like you missed something because you have not read or listened to the earlier books in the series yet, it will make you want to get the other books because it is wonderfully delightful and will captivate your attention from start to end. The characters are realistic, easy to relate to and connect with, they are easy to care about and fall for too. Amber I adored both lead characters, opposites in so many ways, yet perfect together and for each other. Amber Livingstone’s parents could not be more different, her father a workaholic corporate lawyer and her Mother more carefree raising her like a flower child of the sixties, so she got to see both sides of the coin yet she followed her father’s footsteps and became a corporate lawyer, a rigid workaholic. She did not even recognize that is who she became until after her Mom got seriously ill. She was close to her and was not sure how she would survive losing her. But her Mother knew her and had a plan, one that would take her on a road trip, to get her out of her office and see there is to more to life than working. Her Mom added another stipulation to her request, she needed to take Hennifer with her, her emotional support chicken, LOL. The only problem is she does not drive but Hutch Aldrige-Sanders comes to her rescue, ok, not exactly but he makes her a proposition. Hutch’s dad is not happy with him, sees him as a goofball with no responsibilities, and wants him to find his worthiness and place in the world and the family business. Hutch does not want to work in an office and it was after overhearing a conversation about Amber needing a driver he came up with a plan. Except Amber does not like him, and wants nothing to do with him, but he turns out to be her only option, and off they go. I loved how everything played out in this book, it is a beautifully written and plotted story with a perfect balance of romance, humor, drama, heartfelt emotions and a wonderful “opposites attract” romance. Claudia Burgoa, thank you for another amazing story and an emotional rollercoaster ride.
🎧📚🎧 And for the fabulous narration, Natalie Naudus and Aaron Shedlock were the perfect cast to bring these characters and story to life. They did an amazing job portraying these characters, giving each a voice that suited their character’s persona to a tee and were believable in every role they played. Aaron Shedlock nailed it as Hutch, grasped all sides of his personality, and Natalie Naudus did the same for Amber. Both were great voicing the secondary characters as well. They sent the perfect tone for the story, handled the witty dialogue with ease, and landed the humor effortlessly. You could hear how much heart they put into their work as they captured all the character’s emotions and projected them into their performance. These entertaining storytellers are a pleasure to listen to and their narration enhanced an already wonderful story to another level. Thank you for another outstanding listen.
September 12, 2022
I've loved the Baker Creek series since book one, but Collide With Me might be my favorite (shh, don't tell the "other" Aldridge brothers)
We're introduced to Hutch (Hutchison) Sanders, from the family we meet at the end of Vance's story, Yours To Keep. You don't need to read that one to enjoy Hutch and Amber, but go start with book one of the series...it's so worth it!
Anyway, Hutch seems to be the lost soul in the Sanders family. He jumps from job to job and is portrayed as the playboy of the group. As he struggles to find his place, he gets the opportunity to help out a family "friend".
Amber has just lost her mom and is about to embark on a cross country road trip, organized by her late mom. Problem is, Amber doesn't have a license anymore and no one to go along with her. The last person she'd ever expect or want to go with her is Hutch...who is not her friend but merely a social circle acquaintance. Who she "knows" from the tabloids.
But what they both find out on this trip is that neither one really knows the other, at all. What starts out with a rigid schedule to just get this over with turns into a funny, sweet, emotional trip for them both. I wanted to hop in my car and drive across country as well. Although, I've always wanted to do that...this just reinforced that goal for me.
In the past, I've called Claudia Burgoa the queen of angst. It's honestly not a bad thing and I'm not the only one who has...lol. But this book, while has family turmoil for both Amber and Hutch, is much more lighthearted and funny. Part of it is definitely the road trip, but also the slow burn in their relationship from friends to more. Each learns things about themselves along the way, so it's also a journey of enlightenment as well.
Oh, and let us not forget Hennifer Aniston! Seriously one of the funniest additions of a pet (?) into a story that I've read. I already want to read Collide With Me again. I think it's one of those stories that I will revisit often when I need some comfort, a few tears and lots of laughs.
We're introduced to Hutch (Hutchison) Sanders, from the family we meet at the end of Vance's story, Yours To Keep. You don't need to read that one to enjoy Hutch and Amber, but go start with book one of the series...it's so worth it!
Anyway, Hutch seems to be the lost soul in the Sanders family. He jumps from job to job and is portrayed as the playboy of the group. As he struggles to find his place, he gets the opportunity to help out a family "friend".
Amber has just lost her mom and is about to embark on a cross country road trip, organized by her late mom. Problem is, Amber doesn't have a license anymore and no one to go along with her. The last person she'd ever expect or want to go with her is Hutch...who is not her friend but merely a social circle acquaintance. Who she "knows" from the tabloids.
But what they both find out on this trip is that neither one really knows the other, at all. What starts out with a rigid schedule to just get this over with turns into a funny, sweet, emotional trip for them both. I wanted to hop in my car and drive across country as well. Although, I've always wanted to do that...this just reinforced that goal for me.
In the past, I've called Claudia Burgoa the queen of angst. It's honestly not a bad thing and I'm not the only one who has...lol. But this book, while has family turmoil for both Amber and Hutch, is much more lighthearted and funny. Part of it is definitely the road trip, but also the slow burn in their relationship from friends to more. Each learns things about themselves along the way, so it's also a journey of enlightenment as well.
Oh, and let us not forget Hennifer Aniston! Seriously one of the funniest additions of a pet (?) into a story that I've read. I already want to read Collide With Me again. I think it's one of those stories that I will revisit often when I need some comfort, a few tears and lots of laughs.
October 21, 2022
I absolutely loved this funny, heartfelt, and sexy, enemies to lovers romance! Hutch and Ambers story takes us on a delightful journey fueled with fun, adventure, and loads of steamy sexual tension! Amber is heartbroken after just losing her mother. Her mother's last request is for Amber to take a road trip and experience all the sights and adventures her mom wasn't able to do. She also wants Amber to have a travel companion. Hutch overhears that she is looking for someone to drive her across the country. When he volunteers, Amber is wary because of the many rumors she has heard about his wild partying. They come to an agreement and hit the road. They are complete opposites who compliment each other. Amber is a planner and has anxiety when plans change. Hutch is a caretaker and is determined to give her an experience of a lifetime, convincing her to take chances and have fun along the way. As they travel together, they realize their first impressions of each other were so off base. They are both more alike, living to please others and not themselves. They connect with each other, and start to fall for the person behind the façade and their chemistry is explosive. But when they reach their final stop, and they face the pressures that await them, can they find a way to be together, or is it the end of the road for their love. I fell so fast and hard, and became so invested in these wonderfully fun, and flawed characters, and their story that hooked me right from the start! It had such a natural flow as it uncovered so many layers and depth of each character. Narrators Natalie Naudus, and Aaron Shedlock helped me understand these characters as well. Their dynamic voices and inflections felt so real and authentic and I was completely lost to their performances. I always love Shedlock's work but this is my first time listening to Naudus. Her voice has a warmth that enveloped me while still imparting all the range of emotions Amber felt. I will definitely look for more of her work.
I also loved catching up with the Aldridge family, while getting to know the Sanders family a little bit more, and their emotional support chicken named Hennifer! I love this series and Amber and Hutch's fun, heartfelt, and steamy story is a great addition!
I also loved catching up with the Aldridge family, while getting to know the Sanders family a little bit more, and their emotional support chicken named Hennifer! I love this series and Amber and Hutch's fun, heartfelt, and steamy story is a great addition!
September 13, 2022
Everyone seems to think that Hutch Sanders is wandering through life with no focus or direction. The exact opposite of Amber Livingstone. Amber is working for her father’s law firm and that is her life, work. When her mother’s health declines and fails, Amber needs to do one last thing for her mom. A road trip with her chicken, Hennifer Aniston. There is just one problem, Amber does not have a license and no one has time for weeks in a car with a chicken. No one except Hutch Sanders.
Amber and Hutch vaguely know each other, as their families are in the same social circles and Amber was friends with one of Hutch’s sisters. They both have preconceived notions about each other, that they slowly learn are not all true. Hutch really does seem like a lost puppy, but in reality he is a caring and helpful guy that just has not found his calling yet. Amber has been put her whole life into a job that is not fulfilling her or being appreciated by her father. The road trip is eye opening for both of them. They discover new things about themselves, each other, and life. Death and road trips both have a way of making one consider what really matters.
I like how Amber and Hutch learn to trust each other before pursuing a physical relationship. The progression through the trip is very believable and fun, especially with the considerations taken to the care of a chicken. This book was what I needed to read right now. It is not as angsty and emotional as most of Burgoa’s works, which is refreshing. I like seeing the scope of an author's creative abilities. (But, I am all here for the big feels too.) As always I love the way all the characters are interconnected and form dysfunctional families. I am interested to see more of the Aldridge-Sanders family and it is nice to revisit favorites.
Amber and Hutch vaguely know each other, as their families are in the same social circles and Amber was friends with one of Hutch’s sisters. They both have preconceived notions about each other, that they slowly learn are not all true. Hutch really does seem like a lost puppy, but in reality he is a caring and helpful guy that just has not found his calling yet. Amber has been put her whole life into a job that is not fulfilling her or being appreciated by her father. The road trip is eye opening for both of them. They discover new things about themselves, each other, and life. Death and road trips both have a way of making one consider what really matters.
I like how Amber and Hutch learn to trust each other before pursuing a physical relationship. The progression through the trip is very believable and fun, especially with the considerations taken to the care of a chicken. This book was what I needed to read right now. It is not as angsty and emotional as most of Burgoa’s works, which is refreshing. I like seeing the scope of an author's creative abilities. (But, I am all here for the big feels too.) As always I love the way all the characters are interconnected and form dysfunctional families. I am interested to see more of the Aldridge-Sanders family and it is nice to revisit favorites.
September 9, 2022
I absolutely loved this funny, heartfelt, and sexy, enemies to lovers romance! Hutch and Ambers story takes us on a delightful journey fueled with fun, adventure, and loads of steamy sexual tension! Amber is heartbroken after just losing her mother. Her mother's last request is for Amber to take a road trip and experience all the sights and adventures her mom wasn't able to do. She also wants Amber to have a travel companion. Hutch overhears that she is looking for someone to drive her across the country. When he volunteers, Amber is wary because of the many rumors she has heard about his wild partying. They come to an agreement and hit the road. They are complete opposites who compliment each other. Amber is a planner and has anxiety when plans change. Hutch is a caretaker and is determined to give her an experience of a lifetime, convincing her to take chances and have fun along the way. As they travel together, they realize their first impressions of each other were so off base. They are both more alike, living to please others and not themselves. They connect with each other, and start to fall for the person behind the façade and their chemistry is explosive. But when they reach their final stop, and they face the pressures that await them, can they find a way to be together, or is it the end of the road for their love. I fell so fast and hard, and became so invested in these wonderfully fun, and flawed characters, and their story that hooked me right from the start! It had such a natural flow as it uncovered so many layers and depth of each character. I also loved catching up with the Aldridge family, while getting to know the Sanders family a little bit more, and their emotional support chicken named Hennifer! I love this series and Amber and Hutch's fun, heartfelt, and steamy story is a great addition!
September 7, 2022
Collide with Me is part of The Baker's Creek series by Claudia Burgoa and the start of the exploration into the Sanders side of the siblings- or at least I think this is the first Sanders that is getting their story... Claudia has A LOT of overlapping and interconnected series with big families and sometimes it takes me a little bit to realize all the connections 😆
Either way Hutch Sanders and Amber Livingstone have such a fun, sweet yet emotional journey to HEA that this story might be my favorite from Claudia's worlds. Collide with Me is for the most part a pretty low drama story that burns slow but then moves at almost lightning speed.
Amber and Hutch from the outside looking in are as opposite as can be and honestly Amber really dislikes Hutch at the beginning. She is the cold corporate lawyer while he is the aimless playboy that only likes to party but somehow they end up on this cross country road trip to fulfill the last wishes of Amber's free spirited mother. Something about that storyline just clicked with me- I think it was the last moments and honoring of Amber's mom that I just felt a kinship with or their trip to Hershey Park because I was just there and I could smell the air they were fascinated with in my mind. I loved the fun goofy side of Hutch that worked to loosen Amber up and let the person she really was but buried down deep to shine through just as much as I enjoyed when he showed his selflessness, his flaws and insecurities about the direction of his life and family.
Hutch's relationship with Amber was pretty cute and I really liked the way they built their friendship while the tensions grew but Hutch's and Hennifer Aniston's relationship was pretty fabulous too and I literally laughed at loud a few times when those two were together.
Now I'm interested to see what else is to come for the rest of the Sanders clan and getting them intertwined with the rest of their Aldridge family members while also finding their forevers.
Either way Hutch Sanders and Amber Livingstone have such a fun, sweet yet emotional journey to HEA that this story might be my favorite from Claudia's worlds. Collide with Me is for the most part a pretty low drama story that burns slow but then moves at almost lightning speed.
Amber and Hutch from the outside looking in are as opposite as can be and honestly Amber really dislikes Hutch at the beginning. She is the cold corporate lawyer while he is the aimless playboy that only likes to party but somehow they end up on this cross country road trip to fulfill the last wishes of Amber's free spirited mother. Something about that storyline just clicked with me- I think it was the last moments and honoring of Amber's mom that I just felt a kinship with or their trip to Hershey Park because I was just there and I could smell the air they were fascinated with in my mind. I loved the fun goofy side of Hutch that worked to loosen Amber up and let the person she really was but buried down deep to shine through just as much as I enjoyed when he showed his selflessness, his flaws and insecurities about the direction of his life and family.
Hutch's relationship with Amber was pretty cute and I really liked the way they built their friendship while the tensions grew but Hutch's and Hennifer Aniston's relationship was pretty fabulous too and I literally laughed at loud a few times when those two were together.
Now I'm interested to see what else is to come for the rest of the Sanders clan and getting them intertwined with the rest of their Aldridge family members while also finding their forevers.
September 12, 2022
I felt like a nut when reading this book! Always, laughing and crying at the same time. It’s irritatingly hilarious! A chicken was a pet, an emotional support pet?! The heroes really talked to the chicken and asked for her advice! Enlighten me if you could resist the urge to laugh.
BTW, I sincerely thought this book was about a mother’s love to her daughter instead of a romantic affair between the heroes. Also, this book is a tearjerker! So welcome to the ugly crying club!
I have been crying non-stop and tears have been running down my face since I began reading. Especially every time when Amber read the letters or listened the recording from her late mother, I truly felt the infinite and unconditional love that Clover had given to Amber, and how worry she was about Amber’s life without her.
I felt the pains when Amber was feeling alone and when she was suffered from her father’s negligence. As I have a pair of neglectful parents as well, I know how it feels when a person who supposed to be caring about you and supporting you doesn’t appreciate you no matter how hard you have tried to please them, instead, they just kept ignoring and disrespecting you and your feelings.
Thank you to Claudia for creating the lovely characters surrounded the heroes and for this story, it’s such a healing process to read the book and go through everything with Amber and Hutch, and the ridiculous Hennifer!
I received an arc and this is my honest review.
BTW, I sincerely thought this book was about a mother’s love to her daughter instead of a romantic affair between the heroes. Also, this book is a tearjerker! So welcome to the ugly crying club!
I have been crying non-stop and tears have been running down my face since I began reading. Especially every time when Amber read the letters or listened the recording from her late mother, I truly felt the infinite and unconditional love that Clover had given to Amber, and how worry she was about Amber’s life without her.
I felt the pains when Amber was feeling alone and when she was suffered from her father’s negligence. As I have a pair of neglectful parents as well, I know how it feels when a person who supposed to be caring about you and supporting you doesn’t appreciate you no matter how hard you have tried to please them, instead, they just kept ignoring and disrespecting you and your feelings.
Thank you to Claudia for creating the lovely characters surrounded the heroes and for this story, it’s such a healing process to read the book and go through everything with Amber and Hutch, and the ridiculous Hennifer!
I received an arc and this is my honest review.
September 9, 2022
More Baker's Creek boys? Yes please. This one was a little different though as it dealt with Hutch Sanders, Herb Sanders' son. I recommend reading Yours to Keep before this book so you understand Hutch a little bit better (Though I'll admit reading the whole series from the beginning would be more enlightening).
I absolutely loved Hutch the more into this book that I got. He was such a great guy. He was kind, understanding, and patient. He wanted to help the people he loved and make the world amazing for the rest. He was definitely not the guy I was expecting at the beginning. He was just having a hard time finding himself. He definitely needed this road trip. They both did actually.
Amber needed it to find herself again... somewhere along the line she lost the person she truly wanted to be. Losing her mom wasn't easy. Stepping out of her normal routine and following her mom's last requests definitely wasn't easy. But it was needed. She was to hard hearted and cold. She was to straight laced and rigid. This road trip helped her see that she hated the person she had become.
Traveling across country together with Hennifer Aniston brought these two together. They found peace and happiness in each other. I needed this heartwarming story. It was a discovery in finding oneself when they not only didn't know they were lost but were also having a hard time finding where they needed to be. It was also fun getting that small glimpse back into the lives of some of my favorite guys. What a wonderful story. ❤
*I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book for my honest and unbiased review*
I absolutely loved Hutch the more into this book that I got. He was such a great guy. He was kind, understanding, and patient. He wanted to help the people he loved and make the world amazing for the rest. He was definitely not the guy I was expecting at the beginning. He was just having a hard time finding himself. He definitely needed this road trip. They both did actually.
Amber needed it to find herself again... somewhere along the line she lost the person she truly wanted to be. Losing her mom wasn't easy. Stepping out of her normal routine and following her mom's last requests definitely wasn't easy. But it was needed. She was to hard hearted and cold. She was to straight laced and rigid. This road trip helped her see that she hated the person she had become.
Traveling across country together with Hennifer Aniston brought these two together. They found peace and happiness in each other. I needed this heartwarming story. It was a discovery in finding oneself when they not only didn't know they were lost but were also having a hard time finding where they needed to be. It was also fun getting that small glimpse back into the lives of some of my favorite guys. What a wonderful story. ❤
*I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book for my honest and unbiased review*
September 16, 2022
Until Amber Livingstone's mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer, her job as a corporate attorney with her father's law firm was her whole life. She stepped away from work to spend as much time as possible with her mother in her final days, and now that she's passed away, Amber learns that her mother has one final request of her: a cross-country road trip to scatter her ashes at various tourist sites she always wanted to visit with her daughter. It's a problem for a couple of reasons; first, New York City native Amber doesn't drive, and second, her father is upset about her request for more time off work. Against her father's wishes, Amber decides to look for a driver and surprisingly finds one in Hutch Sanders, the son of a family friend. They've never been friends themselves - in fact, they don't really get along at all - but Amber's desperate and Hutch is her only option. For Hutch, the trip is a perfect excuse to escape the job he hates with his family's hedge fund and take some time to figure out what he wants to do with his life before his father cuts him off. The journey has barely begun before sparks begin to fly between them, and Hutch and Amber are about to learn that opposites really do attract.
This book was so much fun! I loved all of Amber and Hutch's road trip adventures, but as a Central Pennsylvania native, I have to admit their visit to Hersheypark and Chocolate World was my favorite. I also loved their witty banter and intense chemistry. They really seemed to bring out the best in each other; Hutch helped Amber find ways to let go of some of her anxiety, while Amber helped Hutch figure out his path in life.
I highly recommend "Collide with Me" for all contemporary romance and romantic comedy fans. I really hope the author will write stories for the rest of Hutch's siblings! I'm not quite ready to leave the Aldridge-Sanders clan or Baker's Creek behind.
*Review copy provided by the author. All opinions expressed are my own.
This book was so much fun! I loved all of Amber and Hutch's road trip adventures, but as a Central Pennsylvania native, I have to admit their visit to Hersheypark and Chocolate World was my favorite. I also loved their witty banter and intense chemistry. They really seemed to bring out the best in each other; Hutch helped Amber find ways to let go of some of her anxiety, while Amber helped Hutch figure out his path in life.
I highly recommend "Collide with Me" for all contemporary romance and romantic comedy fans. I really hope the author will write stories for the rest of Hutch's siblings! I'm not quite ready to leave the Aldridge-Sanders clan or Baker's Creek behind.
*Review copy provided by the author. All opinions expressed are my own.
September 10, 2022
The Baker’s Creek Billionaire Brothers series continues with the first of the Sanders children that were revealed at the end of the Vance’s story. Hutch is the first of the six siblings to get his HEA. This book had everything I expect from a book by Claudia Burgoa. The characters were complex with insecurities and weaknesses but were good people overall. Claudia made me feel the emotions and believe in the relationship between Amber and Hutch.
Hutch and Amber have known each other a long time but only as casual acquaintances but that is going to change.
Hutch is considered the bad boy of the family, but as Amber finds out, his reputation is not deserved. Hutch considers himself the family screw up as he was not at good in school as his twin and still hasn’t decided what he wants to do with his life careerwise.
Amber grew up torn between her divorced parents. She had a fun-loving mom and a workaholic dad. She ended up taking after her dad and upon her mother’s death regrets not spending more time with her. To fulfill her mother’s last wish, she embarks on a road trip and Hutch agrees to drive her on this journey with her mom’s emotional support chicken.
As they travel, they become friends and eventually more.
I received a free copy of this book via BookFunnel and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Hutch and Amber have known each other a long time but only as casual acquaintances but that is going to change.
Hutch is considered the bad boy of the family, but as Amber finds out, his reputation is not deserved. Hutch considers himself the family screw up as he was not at good in school as his twin and still hasn’t decided what he wants to do with his life careerwise.
Amber grew up torn between her divorced parents. She had a fun-loving mom and a workaholic dad. She ended up taking after her dad and upon her mother’s death regrets not spending more time with her. To fulfill her mother’s last wish, she embarks on a road trip and Hutch agrees to drive her on this journey with her mom’s emotional support chicken.
As they travel, they become friends and eventually more.
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September 25, 2022
This new bunch of Aldridge siblings already prove to be every bit as compelling and shippable as the brothers fans of the series already know and love! Hutch is the perfect brother to start with, because he’s both a natural caregiver and a bit of a lost soul at the start. He and Amber start the road trip that was her Mother’s dying wish for Amber with opposite goals, and their equal amounts of stubbornness provide tension and friction that only showcases how well-suited they are for each other and highlights their strong chemistry. Though this is a slow-burn, not quite enemies-to-lovers romance, they journey this pair take on Amber’s cross-country quest to fulfill her mother’s last request is equally heart-warming as it is heart-wrenching. Collide with Me has moments where readers will laugh out loud, tear up, and even a few moments of frustration that might tempt them to yell at Amber and Hutch to listen to their feelings. And Henny is an adorable addition to their road trip.
I can’t wait to see what Aldridge/Sanders sibling finds their match next.
This series would already appeal to lovers of billionaire romances, but this twist in the series arc will especially appeal to fans of Carly Phillips’ Dare family.
I can’t wait to see what Aldridge/Sanders sibling finds their match next.
This series would already appeal to lovers of billionaire romances, but this twist in the series arc will especially appeal to fans of Carly Phillips’ Dare family.
September 9, 2022
Amber Livingstone mother left her a list for a road trip for her to complete her bucket list. She also had to spread her mother’s ashes. Amber is an attorney with her father firm .Hutch was working , but couldn’t stay at any thing long. He found out that Amber needed a driver for her cross country trip. He called and told her that he would drive her and that it would help him out. Amber knew him as a playboy, not one that could time to drive for a few weeks Amber showed up with A chicken named Hennifer but called Henry. So she come all Formal with maps and timelines. They are totally opposite, so he just laid back and said they will get there when they get there. The Journey they take is very colorful with him wanting to explore and just want to get there and leave. Later in the trip she loosens up and she can’t believe that Hutch is fun and goofy. Amber hadn’t realized how being free felt so good. Hutch and Amber spend weeks on the road ever got A RV to travel in. So they got closer as they spent time together. A great connection that there saw the real person. They ended the trip in Bakers Creek and spend time with Hutch brothers part of the Aldridge family . This was an amazing story.
September 14, 2022
I love Hutch, Amber, and Hennifer. This book was great. I hope that we get more of the Alderidge-Sanders clan.
Amber has grown up in two different worlds following her parent's divorce. One was full of fun and spontaneity, the other was rigid and well planned. Amber followed in her father's footsteps and became a lawyer. She is working ridiculous hours and has a very planned out life. However, Clover, Amber's mom, is dying. Amber takes time off to be with her during her last days. Clover wanting Amber to choose the life she wants for herself sends her on a road trip to spread her ashes after her passing. At her mother's request, Amber must take her mother's emotional support animal, the chicken Hennifer Aniston.
Hutch is a twin and the partying, playboy one at that. Or is he. Hutch is at a crossroads in his life. His father wants him to decided what he wants out of life. Hutch is clueless. He overhears his dad talking to Amber's father about her upcoming road trip, and chooses to be her driver.
The way these two bantered with each other at the beginning of the trip was fun. It was also so enjoyable to see them truly start to learn about the other. Hutch was convinced Amber was a cold, heartless socialite, and Amber knew Hutch was partying playboy without regard for much. I love watching them interact with Hennifer Aniston.
While the death of Clover was very sad, this book was so much fun. I loved it.
Thank you to Claudia Burgoa for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Amber has grown up in two different worlds following her parent's divorce. One was full of fun and spontaneity, the other was rigid and well planned. Amber followed in her father's footsteps and became a lawyer. She is working ridiculous hours and has a very planned out life. However, Clover, Amber's mom, is dying. Amber takes time off to be with her during her last days. Clover wanting Amber to choose the life she wants for herself sends her on a road trip to spread her ashes after her passing. At her mother's request, Amber must take her mother's emotional support animal, the chicken Hennifer Aniston.
Hutch is a twin and the partying, playboy one at that. Or is he. Hutch is at a crossroads in his life. His father wants him to decided what he wants out of life. Hutch is clueless. He overhears his dad talking to Amber's father about her upcoming road trip, and chooses to be her driver.
The way these two bantered with each other at the beginning of the trip was fun. It was also so enjoyable to see them truly start to learn about the other. Hutch was convinced Amber was a cold, heartless socialite, and Amber knew Hutch was partying playboy without regard for much. I love watching them interact with Hennifer Aniston.
While the death of Clover was very sad, this book was so much fun. I loved it.
Thank you to Claudia Burgoa for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
September 8, 2022
I loved this book and the promise of another series of Baker's Creek brothers to heat up my reading time is deliciousness itself. Although it is a standalone story, it is worth reading the previous books (because they are fantastic) but most especially book six as this gives us the background behind this branch of the family.
Hutch Aldridge-Sanders is the playboy of his family and the one with the reputation that makes him tabloid fodder. Amber Livingstone is the uptight lawyer whose mother's dying wish was for her to go on a road trip laid out by her and take her pet chicken, Hennifer Aniston along. But Amber doesn't drive so this is a problem. Hutch agrees to drive Amber wherever she needs to go so that he can escape his father's threat to cut him off if he doesn't find something worthwhile to do. With no other choice Amber agrees, but reluctantly. Over the course of the next few weeks, Amber learns to loosen up, have fun and realize that Hutch is not only mouth wateringly gorgeous, but is nothing like his tabloid persona. Can these two survive when their world's collide and the heat between them rises. Amber's obnoxious, workaholic father doesn't understand why she can't be more like him and her friend Nathalie (from Perfectly You, Luna Harbor book 2) bring more insight into why Amber is so torn on what she wants from life. Loved this book!
Hutch Aldridge-Sanders is the playboy of his family and the one with the reputation that makes him tabloid fodder. Amber Livingstone is the uptight lawyer whose mother's dying wish was for her to go on a road trip laid out by her and take her pet chicken, Hennifer Aniston along. But Amber doesn't drive so this is a problem. Hutch agrees to drive Amber wherever she needs to go so that he can escape his father's threat to cut him off if he doesn't find something worthwhile to do. With no other choice Amber agrees, but reluctantly. Over the course of the next few weeks, Amber learns to loosen up, have fun and realize that Hutch is not only mouth wateringly gorgeous, but is nothing like his tabloid persona. Can these two survive when their world's collide and the heat between them rises. Amber's obnoxious, workaholic father doesn't understand why she can't be more like him and her friend Nathalie (from Perfectly You, Luna Harbor book 2) bring more insight into why Amber is so torn on what she wants from life. Loved this book!
September 13, 2022
Can honestly say this is one my favs of Claudia so far!
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Hutch is honestly my fav of the bunch! He’s this misunderstood 30year old who just wants to protect & care for his family. He’s the sunshine of the bunch, someone who’s never taken serious because of his personality.
Amber is the complete opposite. She’s the responsable of her family, the one followed her father’s steps.
She’s the grumpy of the two!
She looses her mom & embarcs is crazy mission, sent by her mom.
What she didn’t thought she would’ve find is love & herself in the process.
I’m usually the one to spoil a bit of this book, but i love this so much, that I know ante one will enjoy it!
It’s a road trip where both main characters finding love & how to figure out life.
Main topic: it’s never too late to find what you love.
Tropes: billionare, “mistaken identity”, reverse grumpy/sunshine,
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Hutch is honestly my fav of the bunch! He’s this misunderstood 30year old who just wants to protect & care for his family. He’s the sunshine of the bunch, someone who’s never taken serious because of his personality.
Amber is the complete opposite. She’s the responsable of her family, the one followed her father’s steps.
She’s the grumpy of the two!
She looses her mom & embarcs is crazy mission, sent by her mom.
What she didn’t thought she would’ve find is love & herself in the process.
I’m usually the one to spoil a bit of this book, but i love this so much, that I know ante one will enjoy it!
It’s a road trip where both main characters finding love & how to figure out life.
Main topic: it’s never too late to find what you love.
Tropes: billionare, “mistaken identity”, reverse grumpy/sunshine,
September 14, 2022
I enjoyed this book a lot the road trip, the funny banter, and the chicken.
I laughed and cried in this book I don't want to say much and spoil it for anyone but when Amber's mom had one final request to spread her ashes around the country while I completed her bucket list, she wasn't sure how she would do it since she doesn't drive, and she had to bring her mom's chicken with so no flying only driving
Hutch needed to get out of town and out from under his dad's nose, so he volunteers. Problem with that is he and Amber dislike each other. Even though they really don't know one and another just rummers they heard.
I enjoyed the road trip and hearing what they had to do along the way They figured out who each other were and grown close and fell in love.
The book has a happy ending
I laughed and cried in this book I don't want to say much and spoil it for anyone but when Amber's mom had one final request to spread her ashes around the country while I completed her bucket list, she wasn't sure how she would do it since she doesn't drive, and she had to bring her mom's chicken with so no flying only driving
Hutch needed to get out of town and out from under his dad's nose, so he volunteers. Problem with that is he and Amber dislike each other. Even though they really don't know one and another just rummers they heard.
I enjoyed the road trip and hearing what they had to do along the way They figured out who each other were and grown close and fell in love.
The book has a happy ending
September 19, 2022
Collide With Me is the seventh book in the Baker’s Creek Billionaire’s series. It’s an opposites attract, close proximity, hilarious romantic comedy featuring a neurotic chicken and a list of items to tick off a bucket list while on a road trip.
This book was heartwarming one moment and extremely funny the next. Amber is one who is a bit set in her ways and Hutch is a bit of a bad boy. I loved every minute of this road trip and seeing these two connect. The development of their relationship and how they changed being with each other was heartwarming.
I would recommend this hilarious romantic comedy to anyone looking for a heartwarming, happy, inspiring and powerful read.
Rating: 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This book was heartwarming one moment and extremely funny the next. Amber is one who is a bit set in her ways and Hutch is a bit of a bad boy. I loved every minute of this road trip and seeing these two connect. The development of their relationship and how they changed being with each other was heartwarming.
I would recommend this hilarious romantic comedy to anyone looking for a heartwarming, happy, inspiring and powerful read.
Rating: 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
September 8, 2022
What happens when you put in a car two people who really don't like each other and a emotional support animal aka chicken called Hennifer ? You get a story about two people who are searching for themselves. Amber has lost her mother; Hutch is flouting trying to find his north star to lead him to a place where he can just be.
The more time they spend together, the more they see that maybe both have misjudged one another. I liked the story but the whole falling in love wasn't as pronounced as I expected. So, it left me feeling like I missed a big part of their relationship. But then again one is a workaholic and just wants her father to see her, and Hutch is trying to make her see that there is so much more she could be doing with her life than just being another employee to her father.
Overall, I enjoyed it, and it was a quick read but the falling in love part and staying together was a bit rushed in my opinion.
***Review copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads Blog ***
The more time they spend together, the more they see that maybe both have misjudged one another. I liked the story but the whole falling in love wasn't as pronounced as I expected. So, it left me feeling like I missed a big part of their relationship. But then again one is a workaholic and just wants her father to see her, and Hutch is trying to make her see that there is so much more she could be doing with her life than just being another employee to her father.
Overall, I enjoyed it, and it was a quick read but the falling in love part and staying together was a bit rushed in my opinion.
***Review copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads Blog ***
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