About the Book

From USA Today bestselling author Meghan Quinn comes a romantic comedy novella about the magic and misadventures of a one-night stand.

Recently divorced Cooper Chance knows he’s officially in a rut when his parents take him barhopping in the hope of resuscitating his love life. At first, he’s skeptical. How could a gritty dive bar possibly solve his problems? But then he runs into Nora McHale.

Nora isn’t at the bar looking for love. She’s there to unwind after yet another exhausting day at her bakery. And even if she were hoping to meet someone, it sure wouldn’t be Cooper—her best friend’s ex-husband.

According to the unwritten rules of romance, Cooper and Nora are completely off limits to each other. But after a fun, flirty night at the bar, they can’t ignore the wild attraction between them.

Is this the beginning of something real, or will their passionate night together be their one and only?

Review

I really enjoyed The One Night. It was fun and charming, and a perfect setup for the larger story centered on Cooper’s entire family. One of my favorite parts was Cooper’s relationship with his parents. It was very endearing. Their determination to set him up was adorable and heartwarming. It added such warmth to the novella.

I was initially worried that the conflict surrounding Nora's friendship with Cooper’s ex-wife would be resolved too quickly. Before reading, I hadn’t known that this would be part of a larger story. In the end, I am happy it turned out that way. Meghan Quinn laid out strong groundwork for Cooper and Nora, and this one. I am invested in their journey and optimistic that the second installment will delve deeper into the tension and emotional complexity of Nora's friendship with Cooper’s ex-wife.

Final Thoughts

The One Night was an engaging tease for a larger novel. It succeeded in making me excited for what comes next.