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kaytlincasey's review
4.0
I’ve been looking for a series that reminds me of chestnut springs by Elsie silver & this is it !!!! A slow burn, but worth the wait!
perusing_pages's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
Veronica finds out that the man she is about to walk down the aisle to is a cheating douche canoe so being an ex Rockette she kicks him in the face and pulls a Julia Roberts in the shape of a Runaway bride leaving said douche canoe at the alter, she finds herself in a local small diner spilling her current woes to the friendly and welcoming townsfolk, they put her in touch with Mable our MC Austins sister as she is looking for a nanny for Austins twin 7 year olds for the summer. Veronica rocks up to the interview still in her wedding dress, Austin is instantly infatuated with her and does his best to shut down the job opportunity as he isn't one for change and the story goes from there.
I liked Veronica & Austin as characters and the side characters were all really fun too, this had the typical small town vibes I enjoy in a Melanie Harlow book, the banter and humour was good and the spice was plentiful and detailed when it gets to it. Unfortunately this was a bit too insta lust/lovey for me, other than Veronica & Austin having banging chemistry (literally) there wasn't much in the way of a deep or meaningful connection happening, I didn't understand WHY they felt the way they did about each other and I would have loved more scenes of Veronica bonding with the twins, Austin & his family in more meaningful ways. This was a fun read that made me chuckle in places, and if you're looking for a lighthearted read with good spice, this will tick those boxes. 🌶🌶
I liked Veronica & Austin as characters and the side characters were all really fun too, this had the typical small town vibes I enjoy in a Melanie Harlow book, the banter and humour was good and the spice was plentiful and detailed when it gets to it. Unfortunately this was a bit too insta lust/lovey for me, other than Veronica & Austin having banging chemistry (literally) there wasn't much in the way of a deep or meaningful connection happening, I didn't understand WHY they felt the way they did about each other and I would have loved more scenes of Veronica bonding with the twins, Austin & his family in more meaningful ways. This was a fun read that made me chuckle in places, and if you're looking for a lighthearted read with good spice, this will tick those boxes. 🌶🌶
meganxstones's review against another edition
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent
matiiiii's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
meteliqq's review against another edition
1.0
„I was heat, I was golden, I was liquid, I was passion. I was motion, I was friction, I was rhythm, I was desire.”
AND I WAS MISERY.
JAIL.
hannah7116's review against another edition
4.0
This book! I absolutely adored it, Austin was definitely a grump and I loved his stubborn butt SO much. There were many many times I felt so bad for Roni. The twins?? Oh man I LOVE kids in books they make them so freaking wholesome. Definitely grumpy sunshine vibes. ❤️❤️
The spice is even amazing in it.
The spice is even amazing in it.
scookiecat's review
medium-paced
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The single dad trope is really working it's charm on me (send help). The narration part of the intimate scene, I can’t even. But also why does Veronica’s reaction feel like it’s going to be mine too in this situation lolol. Bonus scene was cute.
I second this line of thought:
“You want the kind of guy who works hard for everything he’s got. That way it means more when they treat you. And they know how to treat you.”
mariettula's review against another edition
3.0
3.25 runaway stars
This was a cute story, though I can't say it blew me away.
Veronica was certainly the highlight of the book for me. She was funny and strong, trying to find a way to start her life from scratch after an admittedly abusive relationship that had chipped away her hearth little by little. Austin had the grumpy single dad thing going for him (and yeah, it did work for him). Throw in two cute kids, a supportive family that accepted Veronica with open arms and Austin's initial reluctance to act on his attraction and you get a very enjoyable romcom.
I'd say the dynamics of the employer-employee relationship were well explored, as was Veronica's mindset after just having run away from her wedding. It all felt pretty healthy, which I appreciated. While not my favorite Melanie Harlow book (hello, [b:Ignite|59562844|Ignite (Cloverleigh Farms, #6)|Melanie Harlow|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1636457527l/59562844._SY75_.jpg|93647011]), it was certainly a fun read.
This was a cute story, though I can't say it blew me away.
Veronica was certainly the highlight of the book for me. She was funny and strong, trying to find a way to start her life from scratch after an admittedly abusive relationship that had chipped away her hearth little by little. Austin had the grumpy single dad thing going for him (and yeah, it did work for him). Throw in two cute kids, a supportive family that accepted Veronica with open arms and Austin's initial reluctance to act on his attraction and you get a very enjoyable romcom.
I'd say the dynamics of the employer-employee relationship were well explored, as was Veronica's mindset after just having run away from her wedding. It all felt pretty healthy, which I appreciated. While not my favorite Melanie Harlow book (hello, [b:Ignite|59562844|Ignite (Cloverleigh Farms, #6)|Melanie Harlow|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1636457527l/59562844._SY75_.jpg|93647011]), it was certainly a fun read.