Co-parenting with the enemy!

After fleeing her controlling ex, Dr. Jacqueline won’t be tied down.

But the thrill of being chased by a stranger in a Texas bar is intoxicating… And the tryst that follows? Irresistible!

Only to discover her mystery lover is Dr. Rhett—the trauma doc she’s competing against for her dream job at Austin Memorial!

Just because she was thoroughly seduced by Rhett doesn’t mean he’ll distract Jack from her career goals!

Yet, there’s another bump in the road—she’s carrying Rhett’s baby!

Titles in the Paging Dr. Morrison multi-author duo/series include:  Expecting in the ER by Tina Beckett ~ Doctor’s Nine-Month Rival by Kristine Lynn ~

This story may contain language, violence, and/or sexual situations intended for an adult 18+ audience.

Title:  Doctor’s Nine-Month Rival
Series:  Paging Dr. Morrison #2
Author:  Kristine Lynn
Published:  March 31, 2026
Publisher:  Harlequin Medical
My Rating:  4 stars

Doctor’s Nine-Month Rival is the second title in the multi-author duo/series, Paging Dr. Morrison, and brings us an intense rivalry between two doctors who want the same dream job… and a budding relationship that is impacted by an unexpected pregnancy.

Overall, I liked this story… but I also didn’t fall in love with the attitudes and actions of some of the characters.  The word “rival” is in the title for a reason, and these two definitely are rivals for the same job, even though their chemistry is off the charts.  Their story is well-written, passionate (in differing ways), and emotional.  The storytelling wasn’t my issue; it was top-notch, as I expect from this author’s work. Unfortunately, my dislike of a character was an issue.  Yet my reaction to a particular character doesn’t define the author’s work… I just didn’t connect with one person enough to care about their outcome.  This title is a prime example of no two readers read the same story; you might feel totally different… and that’s okay.

*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley, and I sincerely thank the author or publishing house for their trust. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*

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