--- product_id: 530695938 title: "Birthday Girl" price: "β‚±2686" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/530695938-birthday-girl store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Birthday Girl **Price:** β‚±2686 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Birthday Girl - **How much does it cost?** β‚±2686 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/530695938-birthday-girl) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Birthday Girl : Douglas, Penelope: desertcart.co.uk: Books Review: Pike freaking Lawson!! - πŸ’•OH MYπŸ’• What can I possibly say that hasn't already been said a thousand times over? You know those books that have been so hyped up that they can't possibly live up to your ridiculously high expectations? yeah... this isn't one of them. This exceeded my expectations and then some. It's angsty, it's taboo, it's sweet, it's sexy, it's fate, it's soulmate connections - It's Pike freaking Lawson. Let's be honest here, he is the reason I loved this book the way I do. Yes, Jordan is an amazing heroine - she's strong, and stands by her morals and beliefs - she does not let Pike change her or the way she feels. But this story would be nothing if it wasn't for the man that Pike is within their love story. The way he sees Jordan is beautiful, he wants nothing more than to protect her from the sadness and destruction she has faced her whole life and he'd give her the world to do it. Pike Lawson is a man so it feels wrong to call him the ultimate book 'boyfriend', is a book 'manfriend' a thing?.... it should be πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ I could have done with them giving in to their feelings a bit sooner, though I do love the tension and chemistry that builds, I would have liked more time of them together. This is a true romance with a truly romantic HEA, I mean that monologue at the end *swoon* and then on top of that the epilogue was B E A utiful!! I loved that Pike was kind of a grump, I loved that he was solitary, hardworking and had always been there for his son. He and Jordan were meant to be and you feel that from their very first meeting - they just connect. I love a good age gap romance and I didn't find myself cringing with this as I do with some. Jordan was very mature for her age and it was more the anticipated perception of others that put doubt in Pike's mind. The banter between the two made light of the age situation - Jordan would anyway, where as Pike was definitely the one with more of an issue. They came through it all and I could not be happier with the way it ended!! Also so intrigued by the reveal that Danni will be getting her own book, the little tease we got definitely piqued my interest! I'd give this 🌟🌟🌟🌟.5 stars but rounded up to 5 because I did enjoy it so much that i didn't want it to end!! Review: "Maturity is more the result of experience than age" - ⭐️⭐️⭐️🌠 β€” 3.75 Stars "Maturity is more the result of experience than age" Birthday Girl was such a surprisingly addictive read. There’s a significant age-gap romance here, but it’s important to note it’s between two consenting adults β€” and the dynamic was handled really well. I absolutely loved Pike. He’s the standout of the story for me β€” a genuine gentleman who’s constantly trying to do right by everyone, even when the situation gets complicated. His internal struggle and the care he shows really grounded the story and made the connection feel believable rather than just taboo for the sake of it. The writing flowed beautifully, and the tension kept me turning pages. A bold, emotional, and engaging read that definitely lived up to the hype for me. If you enjoy forbidden romance themes handled with maturity (when needed) and depth, this one is worth picking up. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 5,100 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 78 in New Adult Romance (Books) 225 in Contemporary Romance (Books) | | Customer reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (120,041) | | Dimensions | 20.3 x 13.2 x 2.4 cm | | Edition | 1st | | ISBN-10 | 0593641965 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0593641965 | | Item weight | 1.05 kg | | Language | English | | Print length | 464 pages | | Publication date | 26 Sept. 2023 | | Publisher | Penguin Publishing Group | ## Images ![Birthday Girl - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/715mzQL8PIL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pike freaking Lawson!! *by K***0 on 23 August 2022* πŸ’•OH MYπŸ’• What can I possibly say that hasn't already been said a thousand times over? You know those books that have been so hyped up that they can't possibly live up to your ridiculously high expectations? yeah... this isn't one of them. This exceeded my expectations and then some. It's angsty, it's taboo, it's sweet, it's sexy, it's fate, it's soulmate connections - It's Pike freaking Lawson. Let's be honest here, he is the reason I loved this book the way I do. Yes, Jordan is an amazing heroine - she's strong, and stands by her morals and beliefs - she does not let Pike change her or the way she feels. But this story would be nothing if it wasn't for the man that Pike is within their love story. The way he sees Jordan is beautiful, he wants nothing more than to protect her from the sadness and destruction she has faced her whole life and he'd give her the world to do it. Pike Lawson is a man so it feels wrong to call him the ultimate book 'boyfriend', is a book 'manfriend' a thing?.... it should be πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ I could have done with them giving in to their feelings a bit sooner, though I do love the tension and chemistry that builds, I would have liked more time of them together. This is a true romance with a truly romantic HEA, I mean that monologue at the end *swoon* and then on top of that the epilogue was B E A utiful!! I loved that Pike was kind of a grump, I loved that he was solitary, hardworking and had always been there for his son. He and Jordan were meant to be and you feel that from their very first meeting - they just connect. I love a good age gap romance and I didn't find myself cringing with this as I do with some. Jordan was very mature for her age and it was more the anticipated perception of others that put doubt in Pike's mind. The banter between the two made light of the age situation - Jordan would anyway, where as Pike was definitely the one with more of an issue. They came through it all and I could not be happier with the way it ended!! Also so intrigued by the reveal that Danni will be getting her own book, the little tease we got definitely piqued my interest! I'd give this 🌟🌟🌟🌟.5 stars but rounded up to 5 because I did enjoy it so much that i didn't want it to end!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Maturity is more the result of experience than age" *by S**** on 3 November 2025* ⭐️⭐️⭐️🌠 β€” 3.75 Stars "Maturity is more the result of experience than age" Birthday Girl was such a surprisingly addictive read. There’s a significant age-gap romance here, but it’s important to note it’s between two consenting adults β€” and the dynamic was handled really well. I absolutely loved Pike. He’s the standout of the story for me β€” a genuine gentleman who’s constantly trying to do right by everyone, even when the situation gets complicated. His internal struggle and the care he shows really grounded the story and made the connection feel believable rather than just taboo for the sake of it. The writing flowed beautifully, and the tension kept me turning pages. A bold, emotional, and engaging read that definitely lived up to the hype for me. If you enjoy forbidden romance themes handled with maturity (when needed) and depth, this one is worth picking up. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Totally perfect !!!! *by T***. on 28 April 2018* Damn this book was the most frustrating read for a long time. I was grinding my teeth in frustration, the anticipation nearly killed me off - BUT this book was everything and more. Beautifully written with a fantastic story and a slight taboo edge to it; the elder man and a younger woman who belongs to someone else gets me every time. I literally couldn't put it down !!! Jordan is a strong beautiful young woman who meets a man at the cinema and gets talking to him. He's older than her considerably but she gets on with him really well and lets face it the man is hot stuff, built, with tattoos and a pretty face she feels an attraction to him. Still at the end of the film they say their goodbyes and they each go their own way, she's never going to bump into him again - right ? WRONG . When her and her boyfriend Cole loose their apartment he says they can move in with his Dad until they save enough money to get another place, but when she see's who his Dad is she get's the shock of her life - yep enter Pike, Cole's father, the man from the picture house. Awkward or what !! So this is where it starts to get all angsty and frustrating as we get the smoldering build up of a relationship development between Cole's father and his girlfriend. The characters are just wonderfully written and are so easy to like and get to know. I totally loved Pike and Jordan too although she could be a little childish at times which I guess is normal for a nineteen year old. The times I wanted to throw my kindle at the wall in frustration was many I can tell you, but then we hit 68% and this book soared and I mean soared right up to that scorching sun in the sky. I had a smile on my face that was so wide it actually hurt but it was so good and hot and sexy and delicious - DON'T MISS READING THIS BOOK !!!! So in my opinion Penelope Douglas has outdone herself with this one, I have loved her other books but this for me was just perfection. A tease of a book, full of love, feelings, smoldering lust, decisions of what's right and wrong, heart's being denied and learning lessons - just magnificent,don't miss the chance to experience this book and how it will make you feel !!! ## Frequently Bought Together - Birthday Girl - Credence - Five Brothers --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/530695938-birthday-girl](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/530695938-birthday-girl) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-05-03*