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3.51 AVERAGE
3.51 AVERAGE
Madison leaves NYC to come back to her small hometown of Maple Falls in order to help save her family’s Inn, The Cinnamon Spice. If doesn’t take long to run into her Ex, Zach… and not much longer to realize she’s still attracted to him.
This second chance romance is a great read if you’re itching for Fall Vibes. The description of all things fall is off the charts and will have you smelling apple cider, cinnamon donuts and just the AIR of fall in no time. Stars Hallow in Autumn is exactly what you get with this small town.
As far as the relationship goes… eh. The miscommunication was off the charts and actually maddening. It’s not realistic that these two people could be having such intense sex while not having ANY conversations about ANYTHING and assuming EVERYTHING about the other.
I’ll probably still read the second one since I liked the atmosphere captured and descriptive writing style, and the relationship was what did me in. Hoping for a more enjoyable romantic story line in The Spiced Cocoa Cafe.
Thank you NetGalley for the ALC in exchange for an honest review.
⭐️ 3/5
🌶️ 2/5
This second chance romance is a great read if you’re itching for Fall Vibes. The description of all things fall is off the charts and will have you smelling apple cider, cinnamon donuts and just the AIR of fall in no time. Stars Hallow in Autumn is exactly what you get with this small town.
As far as the relationship goes… eh. The miscommunication was off the charts and actually maddening. It’s not realistic that these two people could be having such intense sex while not having ANY conversations about ANYTHING and assuming EVERYTHING about the other.
I’ll probably still read the second one since I liked the atmosphere captured and descriptive writing style, and the relationship was what did me in. Hoping for a more enjoyable romantic story line in The Spiced Cocoa Cafe.
Thank you NetGalley for the ALC in exchange for an honest review.
⭐️ 3/5
🌶️ 2/5
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Madison returns to the small town she was raised in after receiving a mysterious letter asking her to save her family's Cinnamon Spice Inn. Upon returning she meets her first love, Zach. After not seeing each other for years, their tension-filled romance begins.
If you are looking for a small town romance with a heart-warming second chance love that is, at the same time, the perfect cute, cozy read for those looking to get into the fall vibes, then this is the book you are looking for.
Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for providing me with the ARC of this book.
If you are looking for a small town romance with a heart-warming second chance love that is, at the same time, the perfect cute, cozy read for those looking to get into the fall vibes, then this is the book you are looking for.
Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for providing me with the ARC of this book.
This book is a quintessential autumn romance, a true equivalent of a cozy Hallmark movie with an extra dash of spice! From the very first page, Harper Graham’s writing transports you to the charming small town of Maple Falls in October. She masterfully paints vivid pictures and cozy scenes - think beautiful autumn leaves, light reflecting on the lake, the nostalgic magic of a family's inn, and small yet subtle details which really bring the small town vibe to life.
This story is the romance book equivalent of a delicious sweet treat. Warning, it just might make you have an insane craving for an apple cinnamon vanilla latte. The author has filled this book to the brim with mouthwatering descriptions of all things fall, from cinnamon rolls to decadent desserts. It’s a slow (emphasis on slow) burn romance that lets you savor every moment of the story—perfect for those who love to take their time and marinate in a good read.
You'll find yourself rooting for Madison and Zach, even through all their highs and lows. Their journey is a sweet and heartwarming fall romance about rediscovering first love and taking a chance on a new chapter. Plus, all the animals in the story are adorable, especially the cute puppy named Cocoa, who was a total scene-stealer.
"The Cinnamon Spice Inn" is a perfect book to curl up with a blanket and a cup of cider, light a candle, and celebrate sweater weather. It's an absolute must-read for anyone who is obsessed with fall, summerween, and a reminder to embrace the magic of the season.
A perfect read for fans of:
🍂 Fall romances
❤️ Slow-burn love stories
🎃 Small-town, cozy settings
🍁 Hallmark movies with a little bit of extra spice
I am incredibly grateful to Harper Graham, Bookouture, and NetGalley for providing me with an advanced reader copy of "The Cinnamon Spice Inn."
This story is the romance book equivalent of a delicious sweet treat. Warning, it just might make you have an insane craving for an apple cinnamon vanilla latte. The author has filled this book to the brim with mouthwatering descriptions of all things fall, from cinnamon rolls to decadent desserts. It’s a slow (emphasis on slow) burn romance that lets you savor every moment of the story—perfect for those who love to take their time and marinate in a good read.
You'll find yourself rooting for Madison and Zach, even through all their highs and lows. Their journey is a sweet and heartwarming fall romance about rediscovering first love and taking a chance on a new chapter. Plus, all the animals in the story are adorable, especially the cute puppy named Cocoa, who was a total scene-stealer.
"The Cinnamon Spice Inn" is a perfect book to curl up with a blanket and a cup of cider, light a candle, and celebrate sweater weather. It's an absolute must-read for anyone who is obsessed with fall, summerween, and a reminder to embrace the magic of the season.
A perfect read for fans of:
🍂 Fall romances
❤️ Slow-burn love stories
🎃 Small-town, cozy settings
🍁 Hallmark movies with a little bit of extra spice
I am incredibly grateful to Harper Graham, Bookouture, and NetGalley for providing me with an advanced reader copy of "The Cinnamon Spice Inn."
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Ok so, im rating this 3 stars. I didn’t love it, but I didn’t hate it either.. I want to REITERATE, 3 stars does not mean that it was horrible!
This book has the perfect combination for a cozy read. The charming small town, the feel-good vibes, the lovable side characters. Even the beautiful descriptions of the scenery were breathtaking and had me wishing I could transport myself into Maple Falls.
What I couldn’t get behind was the miscommunication trope.. I understand that not liking specific tropes is a personal thing and varies by readers but for me, it just did not hit. Sometimes it fits into the story well but in this case, it was more irritating than anything. The assumptions that were paired with it had me questioning whether the MCs really even knew each other or valued the other’s character (Not going into detail as to not spoil anything).
I also felt like the tension between them was solely sexual and lacked the depth I expected from childhood sweethearts who are getting their second shot. & coming from someone who LOOOVES spice filled books, I just wished there were more swoony romance moments thrown in the mix. Like I get it, he’s a hot muscley handyman and everytime you see him working with his hands, you get flashbacks of how those hands felt on you, but like, you don’t wanna also tell me about how he always made you feel cared for or looked after or like you were the only girl in the world? Or dive deeper into the whys behind how it seems like every other person in the town knows how perfect of a match you two are?..
Regardless of my indifference to these specific MCs, I actually found that I really enjoyed numerous side characters so I am still interested in continuing the series.
***DISCLOSURE: I was given an ARC copy in exchange for an honest review***
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
City girl back in her home town vs grumpy handyman with all the fall scents, flavors, and colors! This second chance romance is perfect for a cozy fall read with some spice.
I really enjoyed the theme of fall, when I read a book that’s set in a fall or holiday setting, I want it to throw it at my face and this definitely did the job! The setting was cute and I love a corny hallmark type story for these seasonal reads. My issue was with the characters. This man was being a big man baby about her passions and career-EWW. They weren’t my favorite but this book did its job still!
Andi Eloise and Brandon Francis did a great job with these characters, the audio was really engaging and fun!
Thank you so much Harper Graham and Bookouture Audio for providing this free ALC. This is my honest review!
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Overall, I enjoyed this story. It was enjoyable for a quick & cozy romance, with the fall vibes I love.
The negative... the Miscommunication trope. Not just once as a major life altering plot point. But twice! Even if the 2nd time was corrected... relatively quickly, it still pulled me out of enjoying the story to its fullest. It was interesting to have the mystery of who the letter sender is throughout the whole book, and it was a satisfying conclusion. Overall I enjoyed the story but I'm not sure it's one I would personally read again.
Was granted an audiobook arc via the publisher on netgalley for my honest feedback.
The negative... the Miscommunication trope. Not just once as a major life altering plot point. But twice! Even if the 2nd time was corrected... relatively quickly, it still pulled me out of enjoying the story to its fullest. It was interesting to have the mystery of who the letter sender is throughout the whole book, and it was a satisfying conclusion. Overall I enjoyed the story but I'm not sure it's one I would personally read again.
Was granted an audiobook arc via the publisher on netgalley for my honest feedback.
This was such a cosy read, perfect in time for autumn! The tension in this book was craaaazy. I was quite stressed out with the will they won’t they and all of the miscommunication, but it just made me want to read faster. I also spent ages trying to figure out where the letters came from and loved when we finally found out. I liked that there weren’t too many spicy scenes and they weren’t too explicit, I don’t think that would have worked well with the cosy wholesome small town vibes. I loved the side characters, the old women made me laugh so much! Interested for Liam and Cassidy story especially as Cassidy sort of got flung at us out the blue but looking forward to seeing her take over the shop. I’d love to find out more about Kit as she really intrigued me and I enjoyed her friendship with madison. I’d love more of Jo as well, would be so cool if she came to visit!! I love how the book showed that little misunderstandings can have mega consequences and how important communication is in a relationship. I liked reading about madisons battle about whether she was ready to come back to small town life or whether she wanted to pursue her dreams in the city. I think that kind of thing is something a lot of us struggle with, and you’re never quite sure if you’re making the right decision! Really excited for the next book!!
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
N/A
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes