Audiobook Release Day Blitz: Hunker Down With The McKallisters by J. Bengtsson

 

It's finally here!! The highly anticipated novella 

"Hunker Down With The McKallister" by J. Bengtsson

and narrated by Stella Hunter and Connor Crais.

Fans of the CAKE series have been eagerly waiting for this as an update on what their favorite characters have been up to! 

Hunker Down With The McKallister

by J. Bengtsson

Narrated by Stella Hunter and Connor Crais

Blurb:

For fans of the Cake series by J. Bengtsson comes a funny, heartwarming companion novella featuring the Cake characters in lockdown. 

Just like the rest of the world, the McKallisters find themselves struggling to conform to a new way of life after the virus confines them to their homes. These connected short stories give fans a chance to catch up on all of their favorite Cake characters as well as enjoy a bonus epilogue and interviews with the characters. 

Find out how Jake and Kyle cope with isolation - and each other after they enter quarantine following exposure to the virus. Follow Finn and Emma as they desperately try to prevent a super-spreader event at Perryland - while attempting to ration the toilet paper. And go on a humorous journey with Quinn as he searches for a place to stay after initially refusing to lock down with the others. And in a bonus epilogue, Keith is called upon to lead the family on a secret mission that unites them all.

Available for purchase at 

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Audio Excerpt

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About The Author

A stay-at-home mom for twenty-one years, J. (Jill) Bengtsson’s debut novel, Cake A Love Story, was written for fun after she’d read a disappointing romance and felt she could do better. Just wanting feedback on her story, Jill released Cake onto Amazon and watched in stunned disbelief as the book took flight. Within a month of its release, Cake was a bestselling novel… and all that before she’d even told her family she’d written a book. 

Now a full time author, Jill writes contemporary novels focused on love, humor, passion, and family. Her heroines are strong, nurturing, and quirky while her heroes are what dreams are made of - gorgeous, committed, and in need of a little saving. With her novels, you will rediscover the rush and joy of falling in love.

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Release Day: Rogue Wave by J. Bengtsson

We are so excited to be sharing the release of ROGUE WAVE, the next standalone in J. Bengtsson's beloved Cake series. Be sure to grab your copy today! Also available with Kindle Unlimited!

Personally, I CANNOT wait for the audiobook!!! WOOHOO!!!

 

About ROGUE WAVE

A love story that survives the test of time.

Keith McKallister is the king of the stoners. You know the type. Every school has one – the hot, fun, dopey guy beloved by the student body but despised by, well, just about everyone else. He spends his early mornings in the ocean and his days trying to get to class on time. Life is as easy as it gets until one poor choice too many catches up with him and he’s forced to reevaluate his path.

Samantha Anderson sits in the front row. You know the type. Every school has one – the quiet, faceless, studious girl who fears the taunts of her peers and fades into the background. Life has never been simple for Samantha, and it’s about to get a little more complicated when Keith slides into the seat beside her with a partnership plan designed for his benefit only. But what Keith brings to the table is more than either of them could imagine.

Sometimes the person you least expect to make a difference will change your life forever. Sometimes the person you love the most might be better off without you.

Add ROGUE WAVE to your Goodreads TBR!

Get your copy of ROGUE WAVE on Amazon today!

 

Read a short excerpt from ROGUE WAVE

 

“What’s wrong?” he asked.

“Nothing’s wrong. It’s just – I’ve never been kissed before. If, you know, that’s what you were going to do. Maybe you weren’t, and I totally misread the whole thing, and if I did, I’m sorry, but…”

Once I caught the grin on Keith’s face, I stopped rambling.

“I was going to kiss you, but I didn’t realize you needed to make an outline first.”

“More like a rough draft,” I added playfully.

“I’m thinking getting you into bed would take a full dissertation.”

“Whoa. You need to slow down, Keith. I won’t go past a term paper with you.”

“We’ll see about that,” he answered confidently.

His playfulness drew a smile to my lips. “No, we won’t.”

He grabbed me again, and before I could think, he pressed a quick kiss to my lips. “There. Now you’ve been kissed. Stop making it weird.”

He let me go, picked up his surfboard, and started jogging toward the water.

My fingers found my lips and I grinned like a loon before picking up my own board and chasing after him.

Get your copy of ROGUE WAVE on Amazon today!

   

About The Author

A professional stay-at-home-mom for twenty-one years, Jill started her writing career in 2016 after reading a really bad rockstar romance. Although she had no previous writing experience and no desire to become an author, Jill was convinced she could write a better story. And so began Cake: A Love Story. She wrote the novel for fun and added every single thing she’d ever wanted to read in a romance. Embarrassed by her newfound hobby, Jill kept her writing a secret from her family. When the story was complete, she turned to Amazon to get the feedback she desired. Not thinking the book would ever sell, Jill planned to pull Cake off Amazon once it got a review or two but that never happened because, within a week of its release, Cake began to soar up the bestseller charts. Not only was Jill shocked by Cake’s success but now she had a whole new burgeoning career on her hands…and some explaining to do. Needless to say, the news of Jill’s secret book bay came as a complete shock to her husband and three children. Jill is now a full-time writer.

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Audiobook Lovin' Presents: J.Bengtsson Interview & Giveaway

Very excited to have as our guest author J. Bengtsson! 
I totally LOVED the entire CAKE Series and 
I hope you will too! 

Thank you for listening to our interview. Below are audio samples of the series and information on J. Bengtsson and don't forget to enter the giveaway!!

THE CAKE SERIES

Audiobook Samples

Audiobook Review: CAKE:The Newlyweds by J. Bengtsson

CAKE:The Newlyweds
(CAKE series, bk 4)
by J. Bengtsson
Narrated by Andi Arndt & Joe Arden

Blurb:
You thought their story was over...but a love like theirs has no end.

Fate doesn't own Jake McKallister. At least, that's what he tells himself. Life is better than ever. He's at the top of his game, performing to sold-out crowds the world over. He has his health and a solid, fun-loving family to keep him grounded.

And he got the girl - the beautiful, quirky girl he's just made his wife.

Yes, life is good. If only fate would stop screaming in his ear.

Lucky is the best word for Casey McKallister. She has an awesome support system, a nerd's dream job at a prestigious accounting firm, and best of all, she's married to the hottest rock star to ever roam the Earth.

Yes, life is perfect...until it all comes crashing down around her.

They say love conquers all. That's what Jake and Casey are counting on.

Available for purchase at 

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Viviana's Review:
I love this series and listened to all of the previous audiobooks. When I learned that J. Bengtsson had written a fourth book that circles back to the original couple, Casey and Jake, I immediately thought "oh awesome novella"! Turns out it a full length book! I was also a wee bit apprehensive to listen to this because the first time around with Jake and Casey was so perfect, I didn't want to be let down.

I did enjoy this audiobook overall! We got to hang out with the awesome McKallister family (love them) and got some to be there for some things like the wedding and the honeymoon and their life afterwards. Again, I liked and enjoyed the listen. However, I had a bit of an issue with the beginning... there's a bit of a jump in "timeline" and you're wondering what the heck is happening and why is Casey behaving the way she is. We learn lots of stuff as we listen to the book. With that said, there were a LOT (way to much IMHO) of instances where Casey shares with us her thoughts on how gorgeous, sexy, incredibly irresistible Jake is. Whether this is the first book in the series you read or if you've read all of the books in the series, one thing Casey does best is tell us how damn sexy, hot, gorgeous Jake is! I mean, I get it.... the man is FINE!! This felt like a filler in many instances and it felt a bit like a drag to the story as well. I found myself NOT devouring the audiobook or unable to put it down. It took me MUCH longer to finish this title than the previous books in the series and that left me feeling meh during the listen. During this part of the book, Casey's behavior was 'not her usual' and seemed off. We later learn why and we get a better understanding but

The good news is that as the book progress it gets better and what we're used (great bantering, moving storyline, plot that progress, etc.) re-emerges and all the reasons we love the series returns. 

The Narrators: 
OMG - they freaking rock! Truly kept this book going for me during the "meh" parts. Their performance conveyed the emotions the author was writing into each of the characters and story. Joe's performance of Jake was spot on! His comedic timing superb and heart wrenching when needed. 

Overall I enjoyed this installment though I think it could have been much better without the fillers. It may have been great if it was a novella or a shorter book. I do hope J. Bengtsson writes a few more books with the remaining McKallister family. I believe the majority of readers/listeners will love it.

Rating: 3.5 - I really liked it. 

Disclaimer:

I received a complimentary copy of this audiobook from the author in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.