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izziede's review against another edition
3.0
Sweet story.
If you have read ARR then this is her usual style.
Safe Hero.
Devoted to each other, no flirting with anyone else.
A great group of secondary characters and previous characters and couples from earlier books in series.
Non man-whore Hero.
No intimate scenes other than the Hero and heroine.
Ex drama for heroine as she has recently broken off an engagement in Chicago.
HEA.
Epilogue.
If you have read ARR then this is her usual style.
Safe Hero.
Devoted to each other, no flirting with anyone else.
A great group of secondary characters and previous characters and couples from earlier books in series.
Non man-whore Hero.
No intimate scenes other than the Hero and heroine.
Ex drama for heroine as she has recently broken off an engagement in Chicago.
HEA.
Epilogue.
izziede's review against another edition
3.0
Sweet story.
If you have read ARR then this is her usual style.
Safe Hero.
Devoted to each other, no flirting with anyone else.
A great group of secondary characters and previous characters and couples from earlier books in series.
Non man-whore Hero.
No intimate scenes other than the Hero and heroine.
Ex drama for heroine as she has recently broken off an engagement in Chicago.
HEA.
Epilogue.
If you have read ARR then this is her usual style.
Safe Hero.
Devoted to each other, no flirting with anyone else.
A great group of secondary characters and previous characters and couples from earlier books in series.
Non man-whore Hero.
No intimate scenes other than the Hero and heroine.
Ex drama for heroine as she has recently broken off an engagement in Chicago.
HEA.
Epilogue.
whatfelreads's review against another edition
4.0
this one was probably the best in the series. ARR writes guys i’m not a huge fan of but i KEEP READING HER BOOKS?? idk why. this one was short enough i didn’t feel like i was wasting my time & the relationship was mature enough it didn’t feel so ... tooo alpha male-y
briannas_bookshelf's review against another edition
5.0
I always love anything Aurrora Rose Reynolds writes and will always read her books! Hooking Him was a sweet chemistry filled page turner with a guaranteed HEA. Anna and Calvin's story is the third book in the How to Catch an Alpha series and each one is a recommended read if you love HEA's. One of my favorite parts in this book is Anna and Calvin's meet cute, its probably one of the funniest/cutest meet cutes I've read. Their attraction is instant and so is their love. Calvin and Anna both have their own personal history and issues but they don't let that get in the way of finding their happiness. There are some characters that want both Anna and Calvin out of the picture but don't worry there is an HEA. Aurora knows also how to write amazing and funny side characters which helps to add to this story even more. I laughed, smiled, swooned, and had so many more emotions while reading this. Another 5 stars for an amazing book!
ratetheromance's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
This is my first romance read by author Aurora Rose Reynolds and I liked it fairly well, but something about it just didn't grab me. The early chapters between the two leads were filled with sizzle and great banter, but after that things kind of waned for me as far as their relationship.
I did not read the books that come before this in the series and maybe that is why I found myself having so many questions about the female lead. We learn that she leaves a wealthy life in Chicago and finds solace in a small town, working in a local bakery. But we never hear WHY she chose a bakery. If she was raised primarily by nannies and other staff how does she know how to bake? Why does she find working at the bakery so fulfilling? Is that her passion? We hear nothing about that professional choice and why she chose it. We know she left a billionaire lifestyle behind in Chicago for a new start, but we never learn how she chose THIS town, why she chose a tiny studio apartment, did she bring no money with her from Chicago? This details are never fleshed out and it makes this character feel oddly foreign to the reader, even after reading an entire book in which she is the lead.
There is also A LOT of mention of the couple who were the subject of one of the previous books in this series and it seems really odd how much they get mentioned in this story if you are reading it as a standalone.
The story itself was cute, well-paced, and a decent read, but it doesn't feel nearly fleshed out enough and it definitely feels like a later book in a series and the reader doesn't get enough info for it to be a true standalone romance.
Also, it should be noted that these two have multiple steamy scenes and never once use, or even discuss using, protection. There is no mention of condoms or the female lead being on any form birth control. There is no mention of being "clean" or tested for any illnesses. This is very unusual in my experience with contemporary romance and not a very responsible move on the part of the author.
I received an ARC of this title from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This is my first romance read by author Aurora Rose Reynolds and I liked it fairly well, but something about it just didn't grab me. The early chapters between the two leads were filled with sizzle and great banter, but after that things kind of waned for me as far as their relationship.
I did not read the books that come before this in the series and maybe that is why I found myself having so many questions about the female lead. We learn that she leaves a wealthy life in Chicago and finds solace in a small town, working in a local bakery. But we never hear WHY she chose a bakery. If she was raised primarily by nannies and other staff how does she know how to bake? Why does she find working at the bakery so fulfilling? Is that her passion? We hear nothing about that professional choice and why she chose it. We know she left a billionaire lifestyle behind in Chicago for a new start, but we never learn how she chose THIS town, why she chose a tiny studio apartment, did she bring no money with her from Chicago? This details are never fleshed out and it makes this character feel oddly foreign to the reader, even after reading an entire book in which she is the lead.
There is also A LOT of mention of the couple who were the subject of one of the previous books in this series and it seems really odd how much they get mentioned in this story if you are reading it as a standalone.
The story itself was cute, well-paced, and a decent read, but it doesn't feel nearly fleshed out enough and it definitely feels like a later book in a series and the reader doesn't get enough info for it to be a true standalone romance.
Also, it should be noted that these two have multiple steamy scenes and never once use, or even discuss using, protection. There is no mention of condoms or the female lead being on any form birth control. There is no mention of being "clean" or tested for any illnesses. This is very unusual in my experience with contemporary romance and not a very responsible move on the part of the author.
I received an ARC of this title from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
ratetheromance's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
I liked this book fairly well, but something about it just didn't grab me. The early chapters between the two leads were filled with sizzle and great banter, but after that things kind of waned for me as far as their relationship.
I did not read the books that come before this in the series and maybe that is why I found myself having so many questions about the female lead. We learn that she leaves a wealthy life in Chicago and finds solace in a small town, working in a local bakery. But we never hear WHY she chose a bakery. If she was raised primarily by nannies and other staff how does she know how to bake? Why does she find working at the bakery so fulfilling? Is that her passion? We hear nothing about that professional choice and why she chose it. We know she left a billionaire lifestyle behind in Chicago for a new start, but we never learn how she chose THIS town, why she chose a tiny studio apartment, did she bring no money with her from Chicago? This details are never fleshed out and it makes this character feel oddly foreign to the reader, even after reading an entire book in which she is the lead.
There is also A LOT of mention of the couple who were the subject of one of the previous books in this series and it seems really odd how much they get mentioned in this story if you are reading it as a standalone.
The story itself was cute, well-paced, and a decent read, but it doesn't feel nearly fleshed out enough and it definitely feels like a middle book in a series and the reader doesn't get enough info for it to be a true standalone romance.
I received an ARC of this title from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I liked this book fairly well, but something about it just didn't grab me. The early chapters between the two leads were filled with sizzle and great banter, but after that things kind of waned for me as far as their relationship.
I did not read the books that come before this in the series and maybe that is why I found myself having so many questions about the female lead. We learn that she leaves a wealthy life in Chicago and finds solace in a small town, working in a local bakery. But we never hear WHY she chose a bakery. If she was raised primarily by nannies and other staff how does she know how to bake? Why does she find working at the bakery so fulfilling? Is that her passion? We hear nothing about that professional choice and why she chose it. We know she left a billionaire lifestyle behind in Chicago for a new start, but we never learn how she chose THIS town, why she chose a tiny studio apartment, did she bring no money with her from Chicago? This details are never fleshed out and it makes this character feel oddly foreign to the reader, even after reading an entire book in which she is the lead.
There is also A LOT of mention of the couple who were the subject of one of the previous books in this series and it seems really odd how much they get mentioned in this story if you are reading it as a standalone.
The story itself was cute, well-paced, and a decent read, but it doesn't feel nearly fleshed out enough and it definitely feels like a middle book in a series and the reader doesn't get enough info for it to be a true standalone romance.
I received an ARC of this title from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
jadeshea's review against another edition
4.0
Hooking Him was really good. I enjoyed the plot and the characters. The only downside was I wish there had been a bit more suspense, other than that it was great.
gabby171's review against another edition
2.0
2 STARS
Safe.
I like Bane - the dog so 2 STARS for him.
Safe.
I like Bane - the dog so 2 STARS for him.
hollie313's review
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
megkstyler's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this book! It hooked me in right away! I pretty much read it in one sitting! I have added Calvin to the ever growing list of book boyfriends! I am also now on the hunt to find my own golden girl pack! This book gives you a little bit of everything! Humor, the feels and a bit of a mystery and suspense. I would definitely recommend this book!!
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