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3.5 AVERAGE
3.5 AVERAGE
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.
medium-paced
This was a cute hallmark type fall romance book. The main character, Madison, comes back from working on the food scene in the big city to help salvage her family Inn and reconnects with her high school hot carpenter boyfriend.
The plot was cute but there was too much time spent on Madison pining over Zach and not enough time getting to know the town, events, and characters.
Overall, the fall vibes as the weather is starting to cool down, was a welcome change from the beach reads!
The plot was cute but there was too much time spent on Madison pining over Zach and not enough time getting to know the town, events, and characters.
Overall, the fall vibes as the weather is starting to cool down, was a welcome change from the beach reads!
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
One of those books that feel like Hallmark in a book with a little bit of spice.
Madison has returned home from New York to help with her family’s failing Inn.
This is a second chance romance that is getting to give you all the cozy fall vibes and leave you with the feel good feelings. I love a small town that makes me want to pack my bag and move in and that’s how this town feels.
I do feel like by the epilogue I was still left with questions and some stuff was left unanswered.
🍂 Available on KU 🍂
🍎 Second Chance Romance
🍏 Small Town
🍎 Miscommunication Trope
🍏 Third Act Breakup
🍎 Fall Vibes
Genre: Romance
APK: Ebook
Pages: 351
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
Series or Standalone: Book #1 in the Maple Falls Series
Madison has returned home from New York to help with her family’s failing Inn.
This is a second chance romance that is getting to give you all the cozy fall vibes and leave you with the feel good feelings. I love a small town that makes me want to pack my bag and move in and that’s how this town feels.
I do feel like by the epilogue I was still left with questions and some stuff was left unanswered.
🍂 Available on KU 🍂
🍎 Second Chance Romance
🍏 Small Town
🍎 Miscommunication Trope
🍏 Third Act Breakup
🍎 Fall Vibes
Genre: Romance
APK: Ebook
Pages: 351
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
Series or Standalone: Book #1 in the Maple Falls Series
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
While this is exactly what I expected (cozy fall vibes, small town, yummy sounding food, animals) it was also incredibly one note. The entire plot hinged on a lack of communication even after the characters learned their lesson 6 years later they still just didn't talk, and there was no depth to their relationship.
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Characters: 4⭐️
Setting: 4⭐️
Plot: 3⭐️
Themes: 3⭐️
Personal enjoyment: 4⭐️
Emotional Impact: 3⭐️
Overall rating: 3.75/5⭐️
Spice 3/5 🌶️
A small town cozy fall rom-com. The perfect fall romance read.
🎃🍂🍁🎃🧡
After receiving an anonymous note saying she needed to return home to the Cinnamon Spice Inn in Maple Falls, Madison immediately packs up her life in NY and goes back. Her ex, Zach is now the handy man of the entire town. Things are bound to get complicated with them working so close to eachother.
Read this for what it is. A cute, seasonal second chance romance novel with a lot of spice and you’ll enjoy it.
Enjoyed the audio, but wished it was a dual or duet narration.
Tropes: forced proximity, right person wrong time, childhood sweethearts, insta lust, second chance romance
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
The writing style wasn’t for me. A bit heavy handed and jumped around a lot.
The Cinnamon Spice Inn is quite simply, the Pumpkin Spice Cafe in a slightly different font. Don’t get me wrong, the fall vibes, the scenery, the descriptions, etc. was exactly the ambiance I want during the fall, but I couldn’t help but feel like I’ve read this book before. (okay google play Exile by Taylor Swift)
In this book you follow Madison, the daughter of the Cinnamon Spice Inn owner(s) and hotshot food blogger now living in New York City, and Zach, the small town, extremely hot, local carpenter. Oh, and they happen to be exes. One thing leads to another and they cross paths back in their hometown, the rest? You could probably guess.
I thought this was entertaining! If you’re looking for fall romance books, I’d recommend this one *as long as you can tolerate a miscommunication trope*
I also couldn’t get past the fact that in chapter 1 they talk about how the inn overlooks a mountain scape…and then proceeds to talk about midwestern storms and how crazy they can be. Where…. Girl, where in the Midwest has mountains? Am I missing something? (okay google are there mountains in the Midwest?)
Thank you Harper, Bookouture, and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my thoughts & review.
3/5 stars
In this book you follow Madison, the daughter of the Cinnamon Spice Inn owner(s) and hotshot food blogger now living in New York City, and Zach, the small town, extremely hot, local carpenter. Oh, and they happen to be exes. One thing leads to another and they cross paths back in their hometown, the rest? You could probably guess.
I thought this was entertaining! If you’re looking for fall romance books, I’d recommend this one *as long as you can tolerate a miscommunication trope*
I also couldn’t get past the fact that in chapter 1 they talk about how the inn overlooks a mountain scape…and then proceeds to talk about midwestern storms and how crazy they can be. Where…. Girl, where in the Midwest has mountains? Am I missing something? (okay google are there mountains in the Midwest?)
Thank you Harper, Bookouture, and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my thoughts & review.
3/5 stars
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
➳ 4.25/5 stars
This book honestly felt like having a warm cup of coffee on a rainy day, the kind that just settles into your soul and makes you feel safe, cozy, and content.
There was such a sense of comfort within the story that I found myself sinking into it so naturally, like it was written to be read slowly and savored. I’ve always believed that second chance stories only truly leave an impact when they’re done right, when the emotions aren’t rushed but built with care and depth. And this book, to me, was the perfect example of how to do it well.
The characters were such a joy to follow, and each of them brought something unique to the story. That said, I do think the male main character could have been explored a little more. There were moments where it felt as if his presence was overshadowed, almost like the focus leaned more on the female lead’s journey rather than balancing the two perspectives. But at the same time, I can’t really complain too much, because the female protagonist’s arc was so beautifully done. The way she slowly came into herself, finding her strength and realizing she had always belonged in Maple Falls it was moving to watch.
What I loved most was how natural her growth felt, like it wasn’t forced or exaggerated but written with a quiet truthfulness that made it relatable. Her journey of self-discovery didn’t just make me root for her, it made me reflect a little on belonging, love, and the places that shape us. And even if the male character didn’t get as much time in the spotlight, it almost felt intentional as if the story wanted to remind us that sometimes the greatest love story is the one you have with yourself, and with the place you call home.
All in all, I can easily say this book was everything I hoped it would be. It was heartfelt, comforting, and filled with the kind of warmth that lingers even after you’ve turned the last page. And while there may have been little things here and there that could’ve been done differently, they feel so small in comparison to the beauty of the whole.
➳ "Overall, if you’re on the hunt for the perfect fall read, this book is truly it. Cozy, heartfelt, and full of warmth, it’s the kind of story that makes you want to curl up and savor every page." 💌
— Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This book honestly felt like having a warm cup of coffee on a rainy day, the kind that just settles into your soul and makes you feel safe, cozy, and content.
There was such a sense of comfort within the story that I found myself sinking into it so naturally, like it was written to be read slowly and savored. I’ve always believed that second chance stories only truly leave an impact when they’re done right, when the emotions aren’t rushed but built with care and depth. And this book, to me, was the perfect example of how to do it well.
The characters were such a joy to follow, and each of them brought something unique to the story. That said, I do think the male main character could have been explored a little more. There were moments where it felt as if his presence was overshadowed, almost like the focus leaned more on the female lead’s journey rather than balancing the two perspectives. But at the same time, I can’t really complain too much, because the female protagonist’s arc was so beautifully done. The way she slowly came into herself, finding her strength and realizing she had always belonged in Maple Falls it was moving to watch.
What I loved most was how natural her growth felt, like it wasn’t forced or exaggerated but written with a quiet truthfulness that made it relatable. Her journey of self-discovery didn’t just make me root for her, it made me reflect a little on belonging, love, and the places that shape us. And even if the male character didn’t get as much time in the spotlight, it almost felt intentional as if the story wanted to remind us that sometimes the greatest love story is the one you have with yourself, and with the place you call home.
All in all, I can easily say this book was everything I hoped it would be. It was heartfelt, comforting, and filled with the kind of warmth that lingers even after you’ve turned the last page. And while there may have been little things here and there that could’ve been done differently, they feel so small in comparison to the beauty of the whole.
➳ "Overall, if you’re on the hunt for the perfect fall read, this book is truly it. Cozy, heartfelt, and full of warmth, it’s the kind of story that makes you want to curl up and savor every page." 💌
— Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.