That Time I Kissed My Beachfront Boss

About the Book:

Title: That Time I Kissed My Beachfront Boss
Series: Abieville Love Stories #3
Author: Julie Christianson
Release Date: March 8th, 2023
Genre: Romantic Comedy

My dream job just got snapped up by the one man who rejected me…

That’s right. I’m an unemployed twenty-something stuck sleeping on my grandmother’s old futon while Hudson Blaine, the guy who shot me down, gets to manage The Beachfront Inn

Talk about life being unfair.

I’m about to flee town with what’s left of my pride when Mr. Rejection begs me to stay. Apparently, he needs my help resuscitating the inn’s reputation before the grand reopening.

But I’m not sure I can bear Hudson being my new boss, or survive sharing an office with him and his wife-me-up eyes.

So I tell myself it’s just for one month. One month to prove myself and what I’m capable of …

Or go down on the shores of The Beachfront Inn in a blaze of humiliation.

That Time I Kissed My Beachfront Boss is a closed-door romantic comedy in the Abieville Love Stories series with all the sizzling chemistry you love, but no explicit scenes or language.

Tropes in the book:

  • Sworn off relationships
  • Forced proximity
  • Workplace romance
  • Found family
  • Small town

…

Book Review:

Omg! What a perfect pick-me-up for this rainy season! I was so excited to revisit Abieville and read Olivia’s book! Both of the MCs have been introduced earlier in the series and Olivia has actually been mentioned in the Apple Valley Love Stories series. I loved how her books connect, it really amps up the excitement for each person’s book. 

I really felt for Olivia. She had spent so long trying to find success in her work and it seemed as if it was all for nothing. She was so hard working and passionate, but felt stuck. It was so cool to see how she was able to find her place! Hudson was also so sweet! He was trying to establish himself and stand on his own. They were able to be themselves with one another and share who they really were.

The romance was adorable! Even though neither was looking for love, they couldn’t help being drawn to one another. As someone who has read Ms. Christianson’s other books, I really enjoyed seeing all of the old characters again! The family was hilarious! I loved seeing the sibling interactions and how they all came together to support them. 

This was an adorable romcom with forced proximity in the Abieville Love stories series, with only kissing. It can be read as a standalone, but I think it is so much more fun having read the other books! While there is addressing of parental abandonment and the loss of a loved one, it is mentioned as in the past, not on page. 

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review

Owen Bailey Needs Advice

About the Book:

Title: Owen Bailey Needs Advice
Series: Another Bailey Brother #2
Author: Jen Atkinson
Release Date:  February 16th, 2024
Genre: Romantic Comedy

Dear Ask Annie,
I know my best friend is THE ONE. But how do I tell her that?


Annie Archer has a problem… She can’t get one email—one mind-boggling letter from her advice column out of her head. The one? Does the one even exist?

She should be able to answer this question, just like all the others. Except, she doesn’t have firsthand experience with the one. In fact, except for those few months back in tenth grade when she went temporarily insane and fell for her best friend—she’s never been in love. But then, her advice is based on research and facts, not experience.

So, time to research. Convincing Owen to be her hands-on experiment isn’t too difficult. She’ll set him up, use her guaranteed advice, and find him the girl of his dreams. It’s a foolproof plan… until everyone around them—including half her readers–start asking why she isn’t dating Owen.

Yep—Annie has BIG problems. At the top of the list—falling for her bestie.

Owen Bailey has—you guessed it—a problem. He’s found the one. He fell for his best friend a long time ago, even if she doesn’t know it. He’s been watching Annie go out with guy after guy, only to never be The Guy. And now she wants him to date other women? As in—not her?

He’ll do anything for Annie. But he doesn’t have to like it. Doesn’t she see that they were meant for each other? How can he convince her that he’s the one?

If he’s going to show Annie that it’s time for her to abandon her plans and see what’s right in front of her, he’ll need advice.

Lucky for him, he knows exactly who to ask.

Book Review:

This was really cute! The friends to lovers trope is one of my favorites, and I really liked watching Owen and Annie fall in love.

I liked Owen from the start! He was such a sweetheart, and I thought it was adorable how in love he was with Annie. He was such a genuinely nice guy, and I always love a cinnamon roll MC. His relationship with his students was hilarious too! I loved watching how invested they got in his and Annie’s relationship.

Annie had to grow on me a little. At first, I didn’t really understand her perspective, but as the book went on, I realized how she was struggling with her own insecurities. I liked watching her grow and learn to let go of the past. In so many ways, she was fearless but not in love. 

Owen and Annie’s friendship was so sweet! From the start, their relationship felt very natural and normal and even their progression into more than friends worked really well. I loved how they learned more about each other even though they had know each other for forever. They realized that both of them had been unintentionally hiding things. But their families were instrumental in shedding light on some unspoken things. I loved both sets of family! They were hilarious, and they made me want to read Levi and Meredith’s book too.

The story in this one felt really well paced, but there were points where I was a bit frustrated with the characters. So, I felt a bit disconnected from the story. But it was a lot of fun, and I was rooting for Owen and Annie by the end of it. This is a clean romance perfect for fans of the friends to lovers trope!

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review. 

Cinder Luna

About the Book:

Title: Cinder Luna
Series:Once Upon a RomCom #1
Author: Marie Soleil
Release Date: January 30th, 2024
Genre: Contemporary Romance

Is Luna destined for a happily ever after, or is it “game over” for her love life?

Move to the adorable town of Brookhaven? Check.

Get bumped to first class on the train and meet the most gorgeous, considerate man of my life? Check.

Find a job in video game animation and a cozy apartment of my own? Not so much.

So maybe things in Brookhaven aren’t quite as idyllic as my friend promised. My one saving grace is playing video games every evening with my best online friend, MidKnight. Plus, helping him create his own video game helps me escape the drudgery of my demanding twin bosses and a dusty, cramped apartment.

It’s not long before our relationship turns from friendly to…a lot more personal.

Things get complicated when I run into the man from the train again. He couldn’t forget about me either, and he’s been searching for me. I can’t deny the intense physical attraction we have, but I feel like my heart is being pulled in two directions. But there are things that both guys don’t know about me.

Being brave isn’t my strong suit, but maybe it’s time to find some courage.

Book Review:

This was such a cute and sweet read. This is the first book that I have read by Marie Soleil but it will not be the last. Cinder Luna is the first book in Marie Solei’s new series, Once Upon a RomCom. It is a fun retelling of Cinderella.

Luna and Henry were just the sweetest characters! I liked getting to know them and reading about them falling in love. I really like the little nods to the original fairytale but how the Soleil also made the story her own.

Okay, so I liked Luna and it was cool to read about her growth throughout the book. She was just trying her best to figure out life and herself. I loved her little quirks and the fact that she was a gamer. That was so cool! I liked Henry, he was so kind. He was struggling to let others in and he had to learn to truly see Luna. 

I liked how Luna and Henry got to know each other first. The romance was perfect. I really liked the side characters and I am super excited to see them get their own books. I also enjoyed the fact that both Luna and Henry liked gaming. 

Cinder Luna is a sweet contemporary romance inspired by Cinderella. I would totally recommend this book. The characters were fun and I was drawn into the story. 

Book Highlights:

Cinderella inspired

Gaming 

Graphic designer

Learning to be brave

Sweet romance 

Family bonds

Hints of more books

Secret identity 

Falling in love 

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review.

The Winter Prince

About the Book:

Title: The Winter Prince
Series: Once Upon a Prince #12
Author: Constance Lopez
Release Date: December 15th, 2023
Genre: Fairytale Retelling

A beastly prince. A cursed land. One last hope.

Breaking his bargain with another fae has earned Revi, Prince of the Winter Court, a terrible curse: he lives as a beast and must watch his people suffer under a withering blight. The only cure? A heart freely given.

When a human patrol steals one of Revi’s magical roses, a sliver of opportunity strikes. He agrees to spare their lives in return for a woman who must live in his castle for a year and a day. But could such a beauty learn to love a beast like him?

Although Kienna was warned of conniving fae before her arrival at the Winter Court, the Winter Prince, while beastly, is not the monster she expected. Her dreams plague her—or more specifically, the enigmatic silvery man who walks them does. She’s determined to find him in the waking world and free him from his imprisonment.

Her dream prince begs her not to trust her eyes. But… can she trust her heart?

Book Review:

The last in the Once Upon a Prince series is a lovely and magic-filled retelling of Beauty and the Beast! Breaking his bargain with another fae has earned Revi, Prince of the Winter Court, a terrible curse: living as a beast and watching his people suffer under a withering blight. The only cure? A heart freely given. When a human patrol steals one of Revi’s magical roses, a sliver of opportunity strikes. He agrees to spare their lives in return for a woman who must live in his castle for a year and a day. But could such a beauty learn to love a beast like him? Although Kienna was warned of conniving fae before her arrival at the Winter Court, the Winter Prince, while beastly, is not the monster she expected. Her dreams plague her, or more specifically the enigmatic silvery man who walks them does. She’s determined to find him in the waking world and free him from his imprisonment.

Oh my goodness! This was such an enveloping story! I was quickly drawn into the fantasy world and intrigued by the magic of it. Revi was such an honorable prince! He understood his role and responsibility, even though it weighed on him at times. He was a warrior and it showed in how he ruled. He was a sweetheart, wrapped in a beastly shell. Kienna was lovely! I appreciated her openness and willingness to sacrifice. She was unfolding the mysteries of the court and its curse and it was exciting to follow her.

There were quite a few plot elements that made this story exciting! The twists on the classic fairytale were so fun! There were times I was not sure how things would work. I am excited to read more from Ms. Lopez, especially in this world! This is a fairytale inspired romance with some fantasy violence and only kissing. 

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review.

The Last Rose

About the Book:

Title: The Last Rose
Series: Sisters Ever After #4
Author: Leah Bypess
Publisher: Delacorte Press
Release Date: December 5th, 2023
Genre: Children’s Fiction

The fourth book in the Sisters Ever After series of fairy tale retellings, this is the wild story of Mera, the only one who can save her beautiful older sister when she is kidnapped by the Beast who viciously rules over their small village.

For as long as Mera can remember, she and her sister Darina have feared the Beast who lurks in the castle above their village. On countless nights they have locked themselves into their home while the Beast led his hounds on the Wild Hunt, preying on anything in his path.

Now Darina has been kidnapped by the Beast, and only Mera can save her. But she soon finds that in the Beast’s eerie, magic-haunted castle, nothing is quite what it seems—including her own sister. Here, Mera will discover the dark secrets that have bound her village to the Beast for so long.

But in order to set them all free, she will have to face the most dangerous secret of all: the truth about herself.

Book Review:

Oh my goodness! This book was fascinating, complicated, and sooo good! I’m a huge lover of fairytales, but I don’t think I’ve ever read a fairytale quite like this one. The characters are all turned on their heads, and the people we thought we knew turned out to be quite different.

Mera has never been the pretty one. She has stood in the shadow of her sister, Darina for years. But when Darina is kidnapped by the Beast, only Mera knows the truth. It should be her stuck in the dark castle. So Mera decides to rescue her sister only to find secrets she could have never imagined waiting for her.

Beauty and the Beast is one of my favorite fairytales! And I love to read retellings of it, but this one was so interesting and different. Mera is a wonderful heroine full of fight and spunk. She is determined to not be controlled by anyone or anything. She’s had to be tougher than her sister, and she’s much more practical as well.

I’m honestly not sure how I felt about most of the other characters in this book. Everyone is full of greys even Darina, the Beauty in the story isn’t the traditional pure heart we hear about. I think it was fascinating to read a retelling where I had no idea what was going to happen next and honestly no idea what I wanted to happen next. Darina and the Beast aren’t the heroes they normally are.

I love the theme of sisterhood though. Mera is fiercely loyal and willing to do everything for her sister. I wish that the idea of love would have been defined a little differently. Love is not a feeling, but it is instead an action. But I do agree that feelings change. However, love should not.

This is a clean read with some creepier moments. For example, Mera gets locked up by the Beast. And there are moments where parents can talk about manipulation since the Beast is not portrayed as the hero in this story. There’s some Stockholm Syndrome vibes going on.

This was an incredibly rich story! There is so much in it, and I think middle grade readers will love it. 

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the publisher through Netgalley. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, a positive review was not required. 

Highlights:

Sisterhood!

Strong female heroines!

Wonderful world building!

Couldn’t put it down!

Twists and turns all the way!

Conventional family values!

Rocky Road

About the Book:

Title: Rocky Road
Series: Sons of Scandal
Author: Becky Wade
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
Release Date: February 14th, 2024
Genre: Contemporary Romance

Christy Award Hall of Fame Author

FBI Agent Jude Camden handles every aspect of his job with by-the-book professionalism. There’s no reason why his latest assignment—which calls for him to pose as the boyfriend of perfumer Gemma Clare—should be any different.

Except Gemma is different. She’s creative, bold, and feisty. And as soon as she meets Jude, she wants to loosen him up, wrinkle his perfect shirts, and test every ounce of his towering self-control.

The FBI has an iron-clad rule against romances between those working together on operations. Jude’s never met a rule he didn’t respect. But adhering to this one is going to be tough because, as time goes by, he finds Gemma more and more irresistible.

Buckle up! It’s going to be a rocky road.

Book Review:

This was so cute and fun! Rocky Road is the second book in Becky Wade’s Sons of Scandal series. I was super excited to read this one and it did not disappoint! The cover is also really cute!

Jude and Gemma were just the sweetest couple together! They really balanced each other out. Jude was a straight laced kind of person who valued perfection. However Gemma managed to shake up his life in a way that he never expected. Gemma was trying to protect her family and do good. But getting to know Jude was a fun addition to her plans. 

 Gemma was a breath of fresh air, I loved her from the beginning. She was so fun and I like how she balanced Jude. Gemma was quirky but she was kind. I also adored her relationship with her family, they were so sweet together. Gemma had to learn to let Jude in and be vulnerable with him. 

Jude was also so fun. He was such a grumpy person but he genuinely cared for his family and those he brought into his circle. Jude was weary of others but Gemma had a way of breaking down his walls and making him want to be better. 

I really enjoyed the banter and chemistry between Jdue and Gemma. There were times when I wanted to laugh after reading about their interaction. The storyline was interesting and I was drawn into the story. I wanted to see how Jude and Gemma were going to make their fake relationship work for the operation. I liked seeing Jeremiah again and seeing hints of the next book. 

I would totally recommend Rocky Road! I adored the characters and the story. There was the perfect hint of mystery and romance which was of course missed with the perfect amount of faith and family. This book is a must read and I cannot wait to read the last book. Rocky Road is a clean Christian contemporary romance. 

Fake Relationship

Grumpy/sunshine

Sibling/Family relationships

Some mystery 

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review.

The Awakened Prince

About the Book:

Title: The Awakened Prince
Series: Once Upon a Prince #11
Author: Alora Carter
Release Date: December 8th, 2023
Genre: Fairytale Retelling

A betrothed prince. A mysterious maiden. A secret that could destroy the kingdom.

After failing in every attempt to prove his worth, Killian’s betrothal contract seems to be the only reason his father tolerates him. Uniting the kingdoms will save their struggling lands, but the princess he is supposed to marry has been in hiding from a wicked fairy for almost 18 years—or she’s missing for good. Desperate to escape the chaos of the court and his father’s suffocating expectations, Killian trespasses into the Forbidden Forest. There he stumbles into more than he bargains for: magic and mystery and a beautiful woman who embodies both.

As a Guardian of the Forest, Raela’s duties are clear: honor the sentient elements, foster the life of the forest, and protect them all from the danger of fairy circles. Yet, she finds herself aching for more. After the first man she has ever seen stumbles into her meadow, she begins to wonder questions that she should have had answers to all along: Where are her parents? What are her aunties hiding? And is there more out there for her after all?

When the fairy returns for revenge, Killian must overcome his fears and fight for his father, his throne, and the woman he loves. He cannot afford to fail now, or he will lose them all.

Book Review:

What an exciting fairytale inspired romance! Killian feels like he has failed in every attempt to prove his worth, leaving his betrothal contract the only reason his father tolerates him. Uniting the kingdoms will save their struggling lands, but the princess he is supposed to marry has been hiding from a wicked fairy for  almost 18 years- or she might be missing for good. Desperate to escape, Killian trespasses into the Forbidden Forest, where he finds magic, mystery and a beautiful woman who embodies both As a Guardian of the Forest, Raela’s duties are clear: honor the sentient elements, foster the life of the forest and protect them all from the danger of fairy circles. Yet, she finds herself aching for more. After the first man she has ever seen stumbles into her meadow, she begins to wonder about questions that she should have had the answer to all along: Where are her parents? What are her aunties hiding? Is there more out there for her after all? The re-emergence of the evil fairy means that Killian must overcome his fears and fight for her his father, his throne, and the woman he loves.

Wow! This was quite the retelling! It was exciting and full of adventure! Killian was very stuck in his head. He had tried over and over to prove himself and felt the weight of his father’s disapproval.. He was quite in his head and I was frustrated with him at times. He was a bit emotion-led at times. It was lovely to watch him settle into himself and to find his confidence. He was so focused on the expectations of others. Raela was a sweetheart. As expected with her upbringing, she was quite innocent. I enjoyed seeing the magical world Ms. Carter has created through her eyes. Both were learning about the secrets and mysteries of their past and the magic it all held. 

The story was exciting while sticking to many of the elements of the classic fairytale. There was action and danger, as well as fantasy romance. It did take me a bit to get invested in the story, but once things started picking up I was racing through! This is a fairytale inspired romance with some fantasy action and only kissing.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review.

It’s Always Sonny

About the Book:

Title: It’s Always Sonny
Series: Sweet as Sugar Maple #3
Author: Kate Watson
Release Date: March 21st, 2024
Genre: Romantic Comedy

Sunshine always melts ice eventually. And I’m starting to feel the burn.

People may call me an “overachieving ice queen,” but I would do anything for the people I love.

So when my friends ask me to host an event at their famous farm, I’m more than happy to help…until I discover I’ve been set up.

The “event” is actually a reunion for my ex’s family.

I pushed away Sonny Luciano years ago when my parents gave me the cruelest possible ultimatum. I told him it was so he could pursue his NFL dreams, but I was terrified that he’d eventually learn what my parents learned: I’m unlovable.

But Sonny doesn’t act like I’m unlovable. He acts thrilled to be with me. And the way he lights up when he sees me with his loud, loving family eclipses the sun.

Sonny has grown in all the right ways, and our connection is electric enough to make me forget why I pushed him away in the first place.

But when we get stuck alone in a tent during a freak storm, I have to decide if I’m going to let him melt my heart or if I’ll freeze him out forever.

It’s Always Sonny is a laugh-out-loud, dual POV, closed door romantic comedy full of delicious chemistry, banter, healing, and heart, but with no explicit scenes or cursing. Books in the Sweet as Sugar Maple series can be enjoyed in any order.

Content Warning: While this is a lighthearted romcom, it contains contains themes of infertility, health disorders (vasovagal syncope), emotional abuse, perfectionism, anxiety, and panic attacks.

Book Review:

This was such a fun read! I was soaring through it, and I love how real and flawed Kate Watson’s characters always are.

Parker was such a fun character! I feel like I was able to relate to her pain and feel for her as she battled her own insecurities. She had been through so much with her parents, and she was still struggling. I loved watching her open herself up to Sonny and his family. And it was sweet to see the Janes again. I think this book does a great job of preserving the timelines of the story. So, it does feel like the Janes have grown a lot already through Jane and Millie’s books.

Sonny was such a sweetheart! He was really trying to grow for Parker, and his own journey of learning how to say no was so fun to read about him. His family was crazy, and I loved their chaotic, loving energy. 

This book is a romcom that deals with some harder topics, but it always stays clean and positive. Parker has to work through her pain about her parent’s harshness and judgment, but Sonny and her friends are always there for her. This is an amazing romcom that I would recommend to anyone who loves reverse grumpy sunshines!

Highlights:

🧊reverse grumpy sunshine

☀️character growth

🧊meddling family

☀️sports romance

🧊second chance romance

☀️female friendships

🧊closed door romcom

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review.

Escaping with West

About the Book:

Title: Escaping with West
Series: Exceptional Mission Unit – The Cardinals #1
Author: Claire Cain
Release Date: March 27, 2024
Genre: Closed Door Romantic Suspense

My position working for the embassy overseas is coming to an end and it’s perfect timing. I’m burned out and ready to set down roots after years of following my job around the world. With fellow female embassy employees going missing, I’m counting the days until I leave.

But when the one man I haven’t been able to get out of my head since we met over a year ago reappears in my life and he’s using a different name? Things get wild. I start running into this man of mystery everywhere I go, but is it a coincidence or something more?

He’s a man who doesn’t waver and he’s made one thing clear—he wants me. I’ve always sworn off military men with jobs that put them in dangerous situations. And yet, the pull toward Ryan West is irresistible—and could prove dangerous to my heart.

He’s more than a soldier, and I want to be open to life with him, though I’m not sure I can be. But when the danger overseas hits close to home, he can’t bury the protective hero in him, and I can’t help but wonder if this is a test we’ll be able to pass together.

Book Review:

I loved this book! Claire Cain is one of my favorite authors and this was another wonderful book. It was so cool to read a new genre but still get the same vibes and even see some old characters. Escaping with West is the first book in Claire Cain’s new series, Exceptional Mission Unit – The Cardinals. I was super excited for both of these characters to finally get their own books. 

Ryan West and Emily were fun together. I liked how they had history but they still tried to get to know each other first. The romance was sweet and it didn’t feel rushed. I liked how they learned to meet each other in the middle and how they actually listened to each other. 

Emily was fun because she was independent but she also learned to let West. I loved how strong Emily was and how she faced things head on. West was a fun character especially because I had seen him more recently in past books. West wasn’t looking for love but Emily snuck up on him. West had to learn to let Emily in and figure out what life would look like with her. 

I adored Escaping with West! I could not recommend it more. I am so beyond excited for the next books. The side characters were just wonderful and it was so cool to see some old friends and get to know new ones. Escaping with West is a closed door contemporary romantic suspense. 

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review.

Moonstruck

About the Book:

Title: Moonstruck
Series: Starstruck Love Stories #1
Author: Dana LeCheminant
Release Date: March 29th, 2024
Genre: Romantic Comedy

With his knack for bad luck, Liam isn’t surprised when he’s awarded house arrest after protecting a fan at his last show. What he didn’t expect was the girl of his dreams showing up with his lunch delivery and turning his confinement into an unexpected friendship. Despite his many love songs, he’s not big on relationships, but something about Kasey has him questioning his commitment to the single life. It doesn’t hurt that she keeps inspiring new songs.

Kasey isn’t a fan of the wealthy and famous, and Liam embodies both. But he’s also friends with A-lister Derek Riley, a Hollywood heavyweight who could open doors for her screenplays. Connections have burned her before, so striking up a friendship with Liam seems futile even though Liam keeps defying all her expectations, making her believe something good could happen in her life for once. But the last time she trusted someone, she ended up with more than a broken heart.

When a tabloid photo threatens Kasey’s coveted anonymity, Liam seizes the opportunity to invite her to hide out in his house. The problem? He has no clue if she’s staying for him or for his connections. But as their relationship deepens, he realizes he’s fallen too far to let her go. She has changed his whole world, and he just has to hope she’ll let him change hers in return.

Book Review:

What an absolute joy to read! I always love Dana’s books and this one was no exception! Though the start of a new series, Starstruck, there are still connections to her previous series. I was so excited to read Liam’s book and to start reading about these lovely characters.

Liam was a sweetheart! He was such a genuine person and so sweet with Kasey. I loved his earnestness and the way he was able to open up with Kasey. He was able to settle with her. I loved seeing Kasey’s growth over the book. She was drawn to Liam, but was trying to be realistic. She found support in Liam and his friends that allowed her to explore her dreams. Their romance didn’t feel rushed and it was very endearing. I loved how they supported each other’s artistic endeavors. They were learning how to trust one another as well as to grow as a person.

I loved seeing him with his friends too! They were all so engaging and I am excited to see more of them. I can’t wait to read more. Even as a first book, it felt balanced with not too much set-up, yet enough introduction to increase excitement for the rest of the series! The story moved along pretty quickly, but it might just have been how quickly I read it! I was invested in the light mystery elements and the sweet romance! This is a contemporary romcom with only kissing and some innuendos.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, I was not required to write a positive review.