A Very Vegas St. Patrick’s Day by Kayley Loring

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

You might think the problem would be waking up in Vegas, hungover, next to a beautiful woman who’s wearing your boxer briefs, and finding out you married her, in the middle of an epic, drunken night of festivities.

But you’d be wrong.

I, Nolan Cassidy, international charmer, and maker of mischief have fallen head over heels for Cora Delaney. I want to be married to the lass.

So, you might think the problem would be that she wants an annulment. But, again, you’d be wrong – stop getting it so wrong.

I, Nolan Cassidy, with my devil tongue and Irish accent, will no doubt change her mind. 

So, does the problem lie in that she has a son who doesn’t like me, and is as clever and crafty as I?

Or that I’ve only got one month until St. Patrick’s Day, to prove to my one true love that I can be a good husband, and father?

C’mere, and I’ll tell you….None of that is the problem.

I’m a problem.

My boxing days may be behind me, but the fight never left me. When I see something I want, I get it. And nothing is going to stand in my way. Not my new wife’s hesitation, nor her son’s doubts.

So buckle up, strap in. Because I’m no longer in the business of wanting.
I’m in the business of having – which is going to make for one wild Paddy’s Day.

A Very Vegas St. Patrick’s Day

Married by Midnight, Sober by Morning

The following ratings are out of 5:
Romance: 💚💜💙❤️
Heat/Steam: 🔥🔥🔥
Chemistry: 🧪🧪🧪🧪🧪
Story/Plot: 📕📗📘📙📔
World building: 🌏🌍🌎🌏🌍
Character development: 😋🙂🤨🤣🥰
Narrator(s): 🎙🎙🎙🎙🎙
Narration type: Duet Narration

🛡️ Audiobook Review: A Very Vegas St. Patricks Day (Very Holiday, #3)

Author: Kayley Loring & Connor Crais
Genre: Holiday Romance, Married in Vegas
Narrators: Connor Crais, Mackenzie Cartwright

🦸🏻‍♂️ The Hero: Nolan

Nolan, one of the infamous Irish cousins of Declan and Eddie, has always been the life of the party — the kind of man you’d expect to raise a pint, not a family. In earlier books, he was painted as a carefree, hard-drinking reveler, more suited to bachelor antics than commitment. Yet beneath the bravado lies a man with grit: once a fighter, now a boxing promoter, Nolan carries both the swagger of the ring and the restless energy of someone searching for more. His chance encounter with a captivating New Yorker on a flight to Chicago sparks a shift. Suddenly, the man who seemed least likely to settle down finds himself tangled in something far more enduring than a fling.

🦸🏼‍♀️ The Heroine: Cora

Cora is a woman who knows what she wants — and what she doesn’t. A single mother to Ashton, she’s fiercely protective of her son and determined to find a partner who embodies stability and reliability. Nolan, with his wild streak and unpredictable charm, seems like the opposite of her checklist. Yet when their paths cross in Chicago, Cora allows herself one night of indulgence, a reprieve from responsibility. What begins as a fling quickly stretches into a week of laughter, chemistry, and unexpected connection. Cora’s pragmatism collides with Nolan’s persistence, forcing her to reconsider whether the man she dismissed as unsuitable might actually be the one who fits best.

📃 Plot Pulse

What starts as a one-night stand evolves into a week-long whirlwind of fun, banter, and undeniable attraction. Cora, true to her rules, blocks Nolan’s number when their time ends — a clean break, no strings attached. But Nolan, haunted by the spark they shared, can’t let go. Fate intervenes in Las Vegas, where a night of drinks and impulsive decisions leads to a marriage neither of them saw coming. From there, the story shifts into a delicious exploration of forced proximity, second chances, and the messy, exhilarating process of blending lives.

💘 What Hit Home

• The “married in Vegas” trope is executed with charm and heart. Watching two characters navigate the fallout of a spontaneous wedding creates both humor and tenderness.
• Cora’s insistence on finding a stable father figure for Ashton adds emotional weight. Nolan’s journey from unlikely candidate to perfect partner underscores the theme that love often defies expectations.

🧐 What Fell Flat

• Ashton’s mischievous streak initially paints him as more of an obstacle than a lovable child. While his resistance adds tension, it risks alienating readers who prefer children in romance stories to be endearing rather than combative.

🎧 Narration Notes

The narration elevates this installment beyond its predecessors. Connor Crais and Mackenzie Cartwright deliver a full duet performance that breathes life into every exchange. Connor’s deep, resonant voice, layered with an authentic Irish accent, grounds Nolan’s character in charm and credibility. Mackenzie’s emotive delivery captures Cora’s strength, vulnerability, and wit with nuance. Together, they create a listening experience that feels cinematic — a true step up from the already strong narration of earlier books.

📝 Final Takeaway

This audiobook blends humor, heart, and heat into a story that proves love can bloom in the most unexpected places — even under neon lights in Vegas. Nolan and Cora’s journey from fling to forever is messy, impulsive, and deeply satisfying, reminding us that sometimes the best relationships are the ones we never planned.

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