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4.29 AVERAGE
4.29 AVERAGE
Okay let me start off saying I received this as an ARC and went in having no idea what this series was about. So I went back to read the rest of the series first and OMG. I loved every single second of this roller coaster. Such a sweet story and so relatable. I LOVED Mackenzie and Dylan so much. If you're in a book slump this will literally get you out of it. All 3 stories were so good but I think this one was my favorite. Eve, please keep writing and keep the books coming I will read them all.
This book is filled with characters you’ll love and a swoon worthy leading man who isn’t afraid to drive a falling apart beat up car.
Mackenzie has her issues and Dylan has his secrets but together they figure things out with humor, love and friendship.
Trope things: (I still suck at breaking books down)
- fake dating
-small town
-found family
- complicated parental relationships
- beach town
- addiction recovery
- mended relationships
- hidden identity
- closed door romance (well maybe door cracked open)
And here’s what Eve had to say about it:
The Version You Hide is finally here!
“Check this one out if you’re looking for your next emotional, small town, grumpy x sunshine read, complete with a gorgeous bartender that has a thirst for adventure and a woman described regularly as a force of nature. Oh, and did I mention there’s a pair of witty old ladies with sass thrown in for good measure?
I’m so excited for the world to meet Mackenzie and Dylan. I poured my entire soul into this little book. May it be everything you need and a little more.”
And yes Eve it was everything I needed this summer! Such the perfect light and yet hardy clean romance.
Mackenzie has her issues and Dylan has his secrets but together they figure things out with humor, love and friendship.
Trope things: (I still suck at breaking books down)
- fake dating
-small town
-found family
- complicated parental relationships
- beach town
- addiction recovery
- mended relationships
- hidden identity
- closed door romance (well maybe door cracked open)
And here’s what Eve had to say about it:
The Version You Hide is finally here!
“Check this one out if you’re looking for your next emotional, small town, grumpy x sunshine read, complete with a gorgeous bartender that has a thirst for adventure and a woman described regularly as a force of nature. Oh, and did I mention there’s a pair of witty old ladies with sass thrown in for good measure?
I’m so excited for the world to meet Mackenzie and Dylan. I poured my entire soul into this little book. May it be everything you need and a little more.”
And yes Eve it was everything I needed this summer! Such the perfect light and yet hardy clean romance.
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
Dylan and MacKenzie, why are you guys the cutest thing ever!!!! I was so in love with everything that happened in this book. From the small town to the characters, the story behind it, and more. I wanna read it again and again. Eve, I love this book so much, and I am so glad you chose me to read it. Can't wait to read the first 2 on the series!!!!
1000000% recommended.
1000000% recommended.
I’ve really love this reading! There’s a lot of difficult topics covered in this book, but it is done with lightness and a beautiful love story. The vibe of Cliff Haven is really great with the beach house and the diving. I fell in love with the character of Dylan. He is such an optimist and there’s a lot of green flag in this relationship. With this amazing story, it is sure that I’m gonna add the other books of the series on my tbr.
Family.
My heart used to ache hearing the word, but now I realise that family isn’t just one thing.
Family means unconditionally loving someone in spite of their flaws.
It means having a soft place to land. A light in the dark. A safe haven from the storm.
Family doesn’t always mean the one you’re born into. It’s finding the ones who will stand by you, unflinching, even in your darkest times.
It’s cuddles with a stray dog during a thunderstorm. It’s chocolate chip pancakes on a rainy day.
It’s finally finding a place where you belong.
Family isn’t just one thing.
No.
It’s everything.
I was lucky to receive an ARC of Eve Blakely's newest book, The Version You Hide (book three in the Cliff Haven Romance Series). It follows the story of Mackenzie and Dylan.
Eve has such a way with words that she can pull you into the story and hold you captive. The Version You Hide was so beautifully written. Her writing has a way of making you feel seen. It feels like she is talking directly to the version of yourself that does not always show up in the world.
I loved Mackenzie and Dylan's story and thought they were perfect together!
I was not expecting to feel such a roller coaster of emotions while reading this book!
Mackenzie has been through absolute hell, and my heart broke for her many times. I cannot imagine what that must have been like for her to experience, but I am in awe of her strength after everything she has endured.
I loved seeing her growth throughout the book. You see her come into her own, thanks to Dylan earning her trust and supporting her. He showed her what it means to be loved and to be someone's first choice.
Dylan was the perfect book boyfriend. The way he was with Mackenzie was everything. He saw her, really saw her which made me fall in love with him. That man has a heart of gold and the patience of a saint. The way Dylan was there for her and became her safe space just melted my heart. Where can I get myself a man like Dylan?
I cannot wait to see what Eve comes out with next!
Thank you so much to Eve Blakely for this ARC
My heart used to ache hearing the word, but now I realise that family isn’t just one thing.
Family means unconditionally loving someone in spite of their flaws.
It means having a soft place to land. A light in the dark. A safe haven from the storm.
Family doesn’t always mean the one you’re born into. It’s finding the ones who will stand by you, unflinching, even in your darkest times.
It’s cuddles with a stray dog during a thunderstorm. It’s chocolate chip pancakes on a rainy day.
It’s finally finding a place where you belong.
Family isn’t just one thing.
No.
It’s everything.
I was lucky to receive an ARC of Eve Blakely's newest book, The Version You Hide (book three in the Cliff Haven Romance Series). It follows the story of Mackenzie and Dylan.
Eve has such a way with words that she can pull you into the story and hold you captive. The Version You Hide was so beautifully written. Her writing has a way of making you feel seen. It feels like she is talking directly to the version of yourself that does not always show up in the world.
I loved Mackenzie and Dylan's story and thought they were perfect together!
I was not expecting to feel such a roller coaster of emotions while reading this book!
Mackenzie has been through absolute hell, and my heart broke for her many times. I cannot imagine what that must have been like for her to experience, but I am in awe of her strength after everything she has endured.
I loved seeing her growth throughout the book. You see her come into her own, thanks to Dylan earning her trust and supporting her. He showed her what it means to be loved and to be someone's first choice.
Dylan was the perfect book boyfriend. The way he was with Mackenzie was everything. He saw her, really saw her which made me fall in love with him. That man has a heart of gold and the patience of a saint. The way Dylan was there for her and became her safe space just melted my heart. Where can I get myself a man like Dylan?
I cannot wait to see what Eve comes out with next!
Thank you so much to Eve Blakely for this ARC
being in Cliff Haven the past 3 books have been so fun, and i’ve loved each character, but i think i loved Dylan and Mackenzie more.
This was a really heartwarming and cosy romance, following Dylan and Mackenzie. It has a grumpy sunshine, opposites attract feel, and a slow burn romance that grows so naturally.
I loved their chemistry, their fun banter working at the bar together, and how they both help each other.
It's a closed door romance, with lots of family drama, some fake dating, recovery and healing from loss and trauma, and some unexpected twists.
It's a story full of hope, patience, building trust, letting yourself love again, and forgiveness.
It also had some great side characters and animal companions.
I loved the picturesque small coastal town vibe, and the sense of community and found family. This is a cosy and emotional read.
⛵ "She doesn't want my pity. Or anyone's for that matter. She doesn't need it."
⛵ "She may be vulnerable, but she's also the strongest woman I've ever met. A fighter"
⛵ "This kiss isn't like the last. It's patient. It's comfort and protection. And about a hundred other things I could never put into words. It's more. It's a promise"
⛵ "We're both trying to start afresh... And we're both running from things that have consumed us"
⛵"Family. My heart used to ache hearing the word, but now I realise that family isn't just one thing. Family means unconditionally loving someone in spite of their flaws"
I loved their chemistry, their fun banter working at the bar together, and how they both help each other.
It's a closed door romance, with lots of family drama, some fake dating, recovery and healing from loss and trauma, and some unexpected twists.
It's a story full of hope, patience, building trust, letting yourself love again, and forgiveness.
It also had some great side characters and animal companions.
I loved the picturesque small coastal town vibe, and the sense of community and found family. This is a cosy and emotional read.
⛵ "She doesn't want my pity. Or anyone's for that matter. She doesn't need it."
⛵ "She may be vulnerable, but she's also the strongest woman I've ever met. A fighter"
⛵ "This kiss isn't like the last. It's patient. It's comfort and protection. And about a hundred other things I could never put into words. It's more. It's a promise"
⛵ "We're both trying to start afresh... And we're both running from things that have consumed us"
⛵"Family. My heart used to ache hearing the word, but now I realise that family isn't just one thing. Family means unconditionally loving someone in spite of their flaws"
This book is heartwarming. It's sweet, it's a comfort story to pull you out of a slump. And it did just that for me.
Dylan and Mackenzie's story is emotional, it's powerful and downright adorable.
Dylan is the sweetest, kindest soul who anyone would be lucky to call a friend. He gained Mackenzie's trust just by being himself. By showing you can be vulnerable and strong at the same time.
Eve's writing is fabulous. The romantic scenes are written so well, they never give me the ick like many books have before. Yes there is not much spice, very little infact but the story and characters make up for that.
I loved the character growth with Dylan's father, with Harper and obviously with Mackenzie herself.
It didn't pull me in quite as much as Versions of Us did, however it's still a 5 star read for me for being so heartwarming.
Dylan and Mackenzie's story is emotional, it's powerful and downright adorable.
Dylan is the sweetest, kindest soul who anyone would be lucky to call a friend. He gained Mackenzie's trust just by being himself. By showing you can be vulnerable and strong at the same time.
Eve's writing is fabulous. The romantic scenes are written so well, they never give me the ick like many books have before. Yes there is not much spice, very little infact but the story and characters make up for that.
I loved the character growth with Dylan's father, with Harper and obviously with Mackenzie herself.
It didn't pull me in quite as much as Versions of Us did, however it's still a 5 star read for me for being so heartwarming.