#SmallTown #GrumpyHero
5 STARS
This novel is a standalone small-town romance that is
written in first person from an alternating dual POV. The author creates a town that feels familiar
and relatable. There are small businesses and town people who know your
business and will share opinion on it.
The author does more than tell the story of two people who end up with a
fantastic HEA, she created a well-developed and complete world full of
complicated people and relationships. This is not a quick read, but it is one
you will not want to put down.
Knox and Naomi both have baggage. When Naomi’s world implodes in front of Knox,
he helps her out, despite their rocky meeting. I love how complex and realistic
the characters are. They make mistakes,
bad decisions, and their lives are a little messy---just like most of us in
real life. I appreciate the relationship that develops between Knox and Naomi:
the hot moments, the sweet moments, and the funny moments. Waylay is an adorable kid and I really love
the relationship she builds with the adults in her new normal of a life. When Naomi and Knox reach their black moment,
it is painful and devastating. There is
also an element of danger in this book and some moments that are action-packed.
I love how each of them must come to some self-realizations and rearrange some
of their life priorities to get to their happy ending. Character growth is key
to getting there and it was an exceptionally written process for both Knox and
Naomi.
Like all Lucy books, the secondary characters are
outstanding, complex, and important to the story. Knox has a complicated relationship with his
brother Nash (who I NEED to know better) and his childhood friend Lucian. (Side
note: I love that Lucian is sometimes called Lucy and found that funny.)
Naomi’s relationship with her twin is beyond complicated and I loved her
parents for their supportive hearts. Naomi forms friendships with amazing
female characters in this book, and I love how supportive they are of her. Her best friend Stef has to be one of my
favorite characters of all time.
Perfection! I want a Stef.
Buy it. Read it. I guarantee you won’t want to put it
down.
(Disclaimer: If you are like me, you might contemplate
throwing things at the family members who want to talk while you are trying to
read this. I attest that I did manage restrain myself from actually throwing
any objects.)
I really loved getting to know where both characters were in their life at 22. I loved being with them as they experienced Vegas together and fall in love while pretending to be in a relationship. I loved being part of the memories that shape their reactions in the future. I really enjoyed their physical chemistry and hot moments. The tender moments brought tears to my eyes. Knowing it ends in a cliffhanger, I kept trying to predict how it was going to fall apart. When that moment comes, I was just as devastated as the main character.
This steamy prequel is something you will want to read before you start the book, even though you don't have to to enjoy the book completely.
Come a Little Closer (Men of the Misfit Inn #4)
by Kait Nolan
ARC: Release Date- 01/14/2022
#SecondChance #BodyGuard #SmallTown
5 STARS
This book is book four in a series of interconnected
standalones. It can be read without
reading the other books and ends with a HEA.
It is written in third person from an alternating dual POV. There is a prequel, “Until We Meet Again”
that is available. Although the prequel
is not necessary to enjoy this book, I found that I really enjoyed reading it
and having a complete understanding of the history between the characters going
into this book. The author is clear that
the prequel to this book ends on a cliffhanger and this reader recommends you
get both books together and read through them without a break between.
Griffin has grown up a lot in the eight years since the end
of the prequel. He has found his way to
becoming the man he wanted to be for Samantha. He is strong, kind, loyal, and
uber-hot. Samantha has completed her
education and moved on to the life she planned.
The only thing missing is the man that she loves and the family of her
dreams. When they reconnect in their
hometown at a friend’s pre-wedding bachelor/bachelorette weekend, they are
shocked to see each other again. These two must overcome their past and the hurt
and learn to communicate. When they end up spending some time together looking
for their missing friend, they finally work through that and can move
forward. Their physical chemistry is
just as strong and hot as it was in the past.
Their friendship is renewed along the way. They are finally able to commit to each other
in a way they couldn’t when they were younger, and it is beautiful to
read. This steamy read has moments of both
heartache and romance. I loved seeing
the big former Marine be so incredibly in love and willing to do anything for
Samantha. It was 100% swoon worthy. Are
things improbable at times? Maybe. However,
I loved the way these two find their way back to each other and into a future
together that they both dreamed they could have. Second chance is not usually
my go-to, but this may be my favorite book of the series.
#SurpisePregnancy #AgeGap #BestFriendsBrother #SmallTown
#OppositesAttract
4.5 STARS
This is my first book by this author, because I
was intrigued by the blurb on the author's page when it released, and I just
knew I had to read it. I was able to squeeze in this new release between arcs
and I was glad I did. Though it is part of an interconnected series, it as easy
to read as a standalone and ends with a wonderful HEA. It is written in first
person from an alternating dual POV.
Aria has had a crush on Garret nearly half of her
life. She has flirted shamelessly with her best friend's older brother just to
get under his skin. She is a bit of a free spirit with a romantic heart who
tends to search for love in all the wrong places. Garrett is a doctor, a man
who prides himself on his self-control and his plan for his life. He has
successfully avoided the advances of his sister's friend for years, until he
finally gives into temptation, and they have a moment that results in a baby.
These two really could not be more opposite, and I
adored that. I loved the dynamic of their history and that now was the perfect
time for them to get together without the nine year age gap being an issue. I
love that Aria has finally reached a place in her life where she is ready to be
happy alone before they get together. I really loved that Garrett's plan is
blown out of the water and he gets a future that ends up better than he
imagined. The two characters are steamy hot together. I adored the way Garrett
takes care of Aria even though his communication skills are seriously stunted.
Their relationship is a journey of learning to read each other, but also to
communicate with each other, and I really liked it. At times I really wanted to
yell at both characters when they didn't get out of their own head enough to
see what was right in front of them. Thankfully, they are mostly likable
characters in a situation that requires them both to grow a bit to be together.
I enjoyed the small town that they live in, and I
want to read the other books in the series. The family and friends and small-town
goofiness was a treat to read. I will definitely be reading more books written
by this author.
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