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3.49 AVERAGE
3.49 AVERAGE
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
The Cinnamon Spice Inn
ALC review:
Cozy and fluffy fall vibes with some second chance romance that gives Gilmore Girls vibes, but with some spice sprinkled in like cinnamon and allllll the cozy fall imagery.
Thank you to Netgalley for the ALC audio, I had a great time listening to this one, set the mood for fall, for sure. Likeable FMC and MMC
ALC review:
Cozy and fluffy fall vibes with some second chance romance that gives Gilmore Girls vibes, but with some spice sprinkled in like cinnamon and allllll the cozy fall imagery.
Thank you to Netgalley for the ALC audio, I had a great time listening to this one, set the mood for fall, for sure. Likeable FMC and MMC
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The town had that cozy, small-town Hallmark vibe that I love. The characters we met were all fun, and the descriptions of the town were such a treat to listen to. This was a cozy, low-stakes story—perfect for a rainy day after work. I
Madison and Zach were great together. The two of them still clearly have feelings for each other, but kept trying to ignore those feelings, but ignored it due to what happened between them. The miscommunication between them had me wanting to shake em and be that friend in the background saying, “Bro… just speak,” because you know they both needed it!
I received this from NetGalley, and Bookouture Audio as an advanced listener's copy, so thank you so much! The narrators, Andi Eloise and Brandon Francis, were wonderful and brought the story to life. I can't wait to see what the next book in this series has to offer!
Madison and Zach were great together. The two of them still clearly have feelings for each other, but kept trying to ignore those feelings, but ignored it due to what happened between them. The miscommunication between them had me wanting to shake em and be that friend in the background saying, “Bro… just speak,” because you know they both needed it!
I received this from NetGalley, and Bookouture Audio as an advanced listener's copy, so thank you so much! The narrators, Andi Eloise and Brandon Francis, were wonderful and brought the story to life. I can't wait to see what the next book in this series has to offer!
Reading this book is like stepping into the world of Gilmore girls. It gives you this small town charm vibe and you really fall in love with the scenery. It is described so well that you want to get yourself some hot chocolate/coffee and start carving pumpkins.
It is a second chance romance of two teenage lovers who had to split up because of A LOT of miscommunication, nevertheless you really root for them and desperatly hope that they make it in the end.
Further there are also some really amazing and lovable side characters that I would love to see in sequels. I am talking Liam and Kit for the most part.
It is an absolute recommendation from me, a five star read definitely. Before you start reading get yourself a hot chocolate/coffee and a cookie and dive in.
It is a second chance romance of two teenage lovers who had to split up because of A LOT of miscommunication, nevertheless you really root for them and desperatly hope that they make it in the end.
Further there are also some really amazing and lovable side characters that I would love to see in sequels. I am talking Liam and Kit for the most part.
It is an absolute recommendation from me, a five star read definitely. Before you start reading get yourself a hot chocolate/coffee and a cookie and dive in.
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book is perfect! If I could give it 10⭐ I would. Very cozy. The festivals, community and inn were the perfect setting. I will read this one again.
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I don’t know if Cinnamon Spice Inn will be a five-star read for everyone, but for me, it was exactly what I needed in this moment. It’s the kind of story that feels heartfelt, uplifting, emotional, and wonderfully sweet all at once. At its core, it’s a tale about family, second chances, and a long-overdue reconnection built around a miscommunication that happened years ago. The characters, while sometimes frustrating in their inability to be honest with themselves or each other, felt achingly real. Their struggles with communication weren’t just obstacles—they were human flaws that made them relatable and, in a way, endearing.
What really struck me was how much this book made me feel. I’ve been in a bit of a slump lately, picking up stories that everyone else seemed to love but left me feeling “meh.” They weren’t landing the emotional punch I was craving. Cinnamon Spice Inn completely flipped that around for me. It touched on every note I had been searching for—sentiment, vulnerability, and that mix of frustration and tenderness that mirrors real relationships. It was the first book this September that reminded me why I love reading so much: because sometimes, a story meets you exactly where you are and gives you what you didn’t even realize you needed.
What really struck me was how much this book made me feel. I’ve been in a bit of a slump lately, picking up stories that everyone else seemed to love but left me feeling “meh.” They weren’t landing the emotional punch I was craving. Cinnamon Spice Inn completely flipped that around for me. It touched on every note I had been searching for—sentiment, vulnerability, and that mix of frustration and tenderness that mirrors real relationships. It was the first book this September that reminded me why I love reading so much: because sometimes, a story meets you exactly where you are and gives you what you didn’t even realize you needed.
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I really enjoyed Cinnamon Spice Inn!
As someone who loves a Hallmark romance movie, but doesn't think they make enough autumn themed ones, books like this really fill that gap for me!
I've read my fair share of seasonal romances, they can be hit and miss, but this one is a hit for me!
The setting is so gorgeous, I really loved the descriptions of the surroundings, the inn, the food, everything! I found it so easy to picture it all.
Then the side characters were funny without being annoying, there was no "bad guy" that these books sometimes have for some friction, just a lot of neighbourly people helping each other!
And I found Zach and Madison's relationship realistic and, even though there is a bit of miscommunication (the worst trope, in my humble opinion), it is resolved quickly and doesn't take anything away from the storyline.
Is it predictable? Yes, but that's the beauty of these romance books and Hallmark movies, it's low stakes and I love them for that, you can always depend on a happy ending 🤎
I will definitely be reading the second book, and if you're a fan of Laurie Gilmore's Dream Harbour series, then I'd say this book is as good, if not a bit better, than The Pumpkin Spice Cafe!
Thank you to Netgalley for the arc copy!
As someone who loves a Hallmark romance movie, but doesn't think they make enough autumn themed ones, books like this really fill that gap for me!
I've read my fair share of seasonal romances, they can be hit and miss, but this one is a hit for me!
The setting is so gorgeous, I really loved the descriptions of the surroundings, the inn, the food, everything! I found it so easy to picture it all.
Then the side characters were funny without being annoying, there was no "bad guy" that these books sometimes have for some friction, just a lot of neighbourly people helping each other!
And I found Zach and Madison's relationship realistic and, even though there is a bit of miscommunication (the worst trope, in my humble opinion), it is resolved quickly and doesn't take anything away from the storyline.
Is it predictable? Yes, but that's the beauty of these romance books and Hallmark movies, it's low stakes and I love them for that, you can always depend on a happy ending 🤎
I will definitely be reading the second book, and if you're a fan of Laurie Gilmore's Dream Harbour series, then I'd say this book is as good, if not a bit better, than The Pumpkin Spice Cafe!
Thank you to Netgalley for the arc copy!
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
4.25⭐️ Definitely a good second chance romance. If you enjoy a meddling small town like I do, this is for you. 5⭐️ narration from Andi Eloise and Brandon Francis. There is so much tension with these two characters. Boy, did they help you feel it. I always love hearing the depth of the characters.
Madison left Maple Falls to become a food writer. She didn’t expect to go back, but when a letter arrives saying her dad needs help with the Cinnamon Spice Inn, she has to go. She just doesn’t want to face Zach again.
Zach is the town handyman. If there’s ever a need, he is first one the town calls. Of course he would help at The Cinnamon Spice Inn. Little does he know that Madison is back in town. Back with all the emotions he tried to shove away.
Zach’s and Madison’s chemistry is still very much alive and well. But can they both face the past and communicate for the future. Will they save The Cinnamon Spice Inn? Why is everyone getting mysterious letters?
Thanks to NetGalley, Bookouture Audio, and the author for the advanced listener copy.
Madison left Maple Falls to become a food writer. She didn’t expect to go back, but when a letter arrives saying her dad needs help with the Cinnamon Spice Inn, she has to go. She just doesn’t want to face Zach again.
Zach is the town handyman. If there’s ever a need, he is first one the town calls. Of course he would help at The Cinnamon Spice Inn. Little does he know that Madison is back in town. Back with all the emotions he tried to shove away.
Zach’s and Madison’s chemistry is still very much alive and well. But can they both face the past and communicate for the future. Will they save The Cinnamon Spice Inn? Why is everyone getting mysterious letters?
Thanks to NetGalley, Bookouture Audio, and the author for the advanced listener copy.
𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁:
This book is a cute & spicy small town read with all the fall vibes. The miscommunication trope evokes the vocal reader inside me, I’m passionate that these MCS just talk and figure out. It use to frustrate me to no end but honestly I think a bit of miscommunication really helps create a deeper connection in the storyline and I don’t mind this trope anymore.
𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐬𝐢𝐬:
A mysterious letter asked Madison to come home from NYC. When she got to Maple Falls her family’s Inn was in desperate need of help, her Dad and Grab couldn’t keep up with the needs after her Mom passed. So she took it as her mission to help rebuild the Inn back to its former glory and uncover who sent the letter.
The problem with Maple Falls is she has history there and around every corner is Zach. Zach stayed in Maple Falls when Madison left with his heart, now she’s back and he’s afraid she’ll break it again. It doesn’t help that Zach is helping fix up her family’s Inn. Maybe this will finally be the second chance they both need.
𝙁𝙖𝙫 𝙌𝙪𝙤𝙩𝙚:
“I’m not going to pretend I don’t love you anymore. I’m not going to act like this doesn’t matter.” … “It matters. You matter,”
𝑳𝒊𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒔 𝒀𝒐𝒖’𝒍𝒍 𝑭𝒊𝒏𝒅:
* Second Chance - 6yrs Later
* First Love (She Left & He Stayed)
* Coffee Loving City Girl FMC
* Layback Contractor MMC
* Mysterious Letter - Calling Her Home
* Forced Proximity
* Miscommunication
* Small Town: Maple Falls
* Dual POV w/ Spice
🧡🍎🍁🎃♥️🧡🍎🍁🎃♥️
https://www.instagram.com/p/DOKNCmDDsl5/?igsh=eGNua290azV3ZXQw
This book is a cute & spicy small town read with all the fall vibes. The miscommunication trope evokes the vocal reader inside me, I’m passionate that these MCS just talk and figure out. It use to frustrate me to no end but honestly I think a bit of miscommunication really helps create a deeper connection in the storyline and I don’t mind this trope anymore.
𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐬𝐢𝐬:
A mysterious letter asked Madison to come home from NYC. When she got to Maple Falls her family’s Inn was in desperate need of help, her Dad and Grab couldn’t keep up with the needs after her Mom passed. So she took it as her mission to help rebuild the Inn back to its former glory and uncover who sent the letter.
The problem with Maple Falls is she has history there and around every corner is Zach. Zach stayed in Maple Falls when Madison left with his heart, now she’s back and he’s afraid she’ll break it again. It doesn’t help that Zach is helping fix up her family’s Inn. Maybe this will finally be the second chance they both need.
𝙁𝙖𝙫 𝙌𝙪𝙤𝙩𝙚:
“I’m not going to pretend I don’t love you anymore. I’m not going to act like this doesn’t matter.” … “It matters. You matter,”
𝑳𝒊𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒔 𝒀𝒐𝒖’𝒍𝒍 𝑭𝒊𝒏𝒅:
* Second Chance - 6yrs Later
* First Love (She Left & He Stayed)
* Coffee Loving City Girl FMC
* Layback Contractor MMC
* Mysterious Letter - Calling Her Home
* Forced Proximity
* Miscommunication
* Small Town: Maple Falls
* Dual POV w/ Spice
🧡🍎🍁🎃♥️🧡🍎🍁🎃♥️
https://www.instagram.com/p/DOKNCmDDsl5/?igsh=eGNua290azV3ZXQw
I was able to receive an ARC for this book. Super cute read - if you’re a fan of the Pumpkin Spice Cafe you’ll love The Cinnamon Spice Inn!
The characters have a lot of depth and are easy to connect to. Was a quick, enjoyable read and I look forward to the next part of this series!
The characters have a lot of depth and are easy to connect to. Was a quick, enjoyable read and I look forward to the next part of this series!
A really nice second chance romance in a perfectly autumnal setting, with a tiny bit of mystery sprinkled in. Big Stars Hollow vibes with fall festivals, cozy bakeries, and crispy air perfect for watching the colourful leaves fall from the trees — and of course the rekindling of Madison and Zach’s love story.