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kimmyp's review
4.25
I was a little unsure at first how much I was going to enjoy this story, but I was pleasantly surprised. There was real humor and I liked the development of the relationship. The only thing I didn’t like was Dex taking his anger out on the women in his life by yelling at them. It wasn’t cute, and he always apologized, but still didn’t like it. I also really liked the two girls. They were really cute and sweet.
readlovereviewblog's review against another edition
4.0
This story is sexy, swoony, and delightful; you won't miss out on the grumpy sunshine characters—the unforgettable moments, the age gap in the military, and the firefighter romance. Winnie is a character, and I genuinely loved her pov and quirks. Dex is a grumpy single dad, but his heart gets thawed eventually. And between the unexpected beginning and the delightful ending are many emotional, frustrating, and exciting moments with these characters to keep you hooked on this story.
Dex is trying to be a fantastic dad, but balancing custody, his girls, and his job is difficult. He is a firefighter but was in the military as a Navy Seal. Dex has his hands full with two pretentious little girls. Luna and Hallie keep him on his toes.
Winnie believes in love at first sight, fairytale romance, and being a hopeless romantic. Of course, she has the hots for her new neighbor, but she has sworn off men. She has some unexpected visitors, and I love the comedy the author has woven into the story.
They have some very steamy moments, but this neighbor to possible lovers couple is taking it slow and not jumping each other the first chance they get. The story behind the characters and their relationship status and decisions is almost as intriguing as the romance in the pages.
I thought Winnie was the damaged one, but she is hopeful, loving, and patient. Dex, on the other hand, is a disaster. I love that she finally decided to make a move and go after what they both wanted, and yea, this book gets very steamy. I don't know. Just something about this story has me wishing for a jubilant ever after. This book and the character's stubbornness and loving side tugged on your heartstrings and made me teary-eyed.
I love the big romantic gesture of laying your heart out for the other person and having that swoony moment. This book finally gives me all the happy moments. I wonder about the title and how it relates, but I did enjoy this read.
Dex is trying to be a fantastic dad, but balancing custody, his girls, and his job is difficult. He is a firefighter but was in the military as a Navy Seal. Dex has his hands full with two pretentious little girls. Luna and Hallie keep him on his toes.
Winnie believes in love at first sight, fairytale romance, and being a hopeless romantic. Of course, she has the hots for her new neighbor, but she has sworn off men. She has some unexpected visitors, and I love the comedy the author has woven into the story.
They have some very steamy moments, but this neighbor to possible lovers couple is taking it slow and not jumping each other the first chance they get. The story behind the characters and their relationship status and decisions is almost as intriguing as the romance in the pages.
I thought Winnie was the damaged one, but she is hopeful, loving, and patient. Dex, on the other hand, is a disaster. I love that she finally decided to make a move and go after what they both wanted, and yea, this book gets very steamy. I don't know. Just something about this story has me wishing for a jubilant ever after. This book and the character's stubbornness and loving side tugged on your heartstrings and made me teary-eyed.
I love the big romantic gesture of laying your heart out for the other person and having that swoony moment. This book finally gives me all the happy moments. I wonder about the title and how it relates, but I did enjoy this read.
rit_pxy's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
tense
fast-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
3.75
capsandclauses's review
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Rating: ★★★
Series: Cloverleigh Farms Next Generation (#1)
Main Characters: Winnie MacAllister & Dexter 'Dex' Matthews
Setting: Cloverleigh Farms, Michigan, United States
Tropes:
Age Gap
Neighbours to Lovers
Single Parents
Small Town Romance
Species/Careers:
Firefighter
Veteran
Events Planner
Review:
I have put off reading Melanie Harlow for SO long. Its just something about the Tiktok authors that always makes me nervous. I was the same with Devney Perry, and Ana Huang.
Honestly, this wasn't a bad book. But it wasn't what I was expecting. I feel like I might be drifting away from contemporary romance in general, and age gap has never ever been my trope. What I did really enjoy about this book was the daughters. They read like children, and had such a good relationship with Winnie.
Not a bad book, but not a new fave either.
Series: Cloverleigh Farms Next Generation (#1)
Main Characters: Winnie MacAllister & Dexter 'Dex' Matthews
Setting: Cloverleigh Farms, Michigan, United States
Tropes:
Age Gap
Neighbours to Lovers
Single Parents
Small Town Romance
Species/Careers:
Firefighter
Veteran
Events Planner
Review:
I have put off reading Melanie Harlow for SO long. Its just something about the Tiktok authors that always makes me nervous. I was the same with Devney Perry, and Ana Huang.
Honestly, this wasn't a bad book. But it wasn't what I was expecting. I feel like I might be drifting away from contemporary romance in general, and age gap has never ever been my trope. What I did really enjoy about this book was the daughters. They read like children, and had such a good relationship with Winnie.
Not a bad book, but not a new fave either.
seequinn's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
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
3.75