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booklovershangout's review against another edition
4.0
Cute, fun, sassy and full of heart and steam. That is definitely how I would describe this book. It has a great premise, an engaging storyline and characters that you can't help but root for. You will definitely fall in love with this story. That is the case with any of Alice Clayton's books and this one was definitely no different. I can't wait to read more from this author.
blessedwannab's review against another edition
4.0
There’s just something about the way Alice Clayton writes that makes me laugh. She’s so clever. I also love that all three of her men, and all three of her women, have very different and strong personalities. You’d never confuse Roxie, Natalie and Clara, or Leo, Oscar and Archie!
Buns didn’t have the extra spark that Cream of the Crop had. There is something really special about Natalie, but it still had enough to keep me reading, finishing the book in one day.
I think what stood out about this installment was how different the main characters were. And also, it was how feisty they were with each other. I’ve always been a sucker for fights that end in lust scenes. There was so much heat! I also just liked Archie. I liked that he wore glasses, and how he was blind as a bat without them. I love a good sexy nerd, and that’s Archie to a T.
The only thing that was missing, and the reason why I think I liked the first two more, was there wasn’t enough about Bailey Falls. I loved how the town was almost its own character. It was so quaint, and with a huge personality all its own. I wish we’d gotten more from the town, while getting to know the Bryant Manor House, and it’s employees.
Finally, I’ve said it in each review and I’ll say it again, I love Logan and Chad. Alice, for real this time, please please go back and give us a Logan and Chad prequel!
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Buns didn’t have the extra spark that Cream of the Crop had. There is something really special about Natalie, but it still had enough to keep me reading, finishing the book in one day.
I think what stood out about this installment was how different the main characters were. And also, it was how feisty they were with each other. I’ve always been a sucker for fights that end in lust scenes. There was so much heat! I also just liked Archie. I liked that he wore glasses, and how he was blind as a bat without them. I love a good sexy nerd, and that’s Archie to a T.
The only thing that was missing, and the reason why I think I liked the first two more, was there wasn’t enough about Bailey Falls. I loved how the town was almost its own character. It was so quaint, and with a huge personality all its own. I wish we’d gotten more from the town, while getting to know the Bryant Manor House, and it’s employees.
Finally, I’ve said it in each review and I’ll say it again, I love Logan and Chad. Alice, for real this time, please please go back and give us a Logan and Chad prequel!
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jabberwockystories's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.0
j_the_bookworm's review
4.0
Buns.....great lol moments
This book had great laughs and some pull on your heart moments.. Two people who made work their life collide..and what happens after cannot be denied or ignored!
This book had great laughs and some pull on your heart moments.. Two people who made work their life collide..and what happens after cannot be denied or ignored!
joannam09's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
jackiehorne's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 Not quite as enjoyable as the previous books in the series, given our less brash heroine and our straight-arrow hero. But still a lot of fun. Clara, on the verge of promotion to partner at a major Boston branding agency, takes on one last job to prove herself: a re-branding of Bryant Mountain House, a classic Hudson Valley resort too mired in the past to attract new customers. The hotel just happens to be in the same town where her two best friends have recently found the loves of their lives. But Clara's chance at love seems distant, given the cold shoulder the son of the hotel owner, Archie Bryant, is giving every one of Clara's suggestions for updating the iconic resort.
But widower Archie seems to get off on arguing with Clara, and soon the two are involved in keep-it-quiet sexcapades. It's not a relationship; Clara has plans to move on to the next project as soon as she's finished here, not fall in love and stay in small-town upstate New York. Her background growing up in foster care has made Clara wary of any long-term connections (besides, of course, her two best female friends). But love has a way of sneaking in in spite of Clara and Archie's best intentions...
But widower Archie seems to get off on arguing with Clara, and soon the two are involved in keep-it-quiet sexcapades. It's not a relationship; Clara has plans to move on to the next project as soon as she's finished here, not fall in love and stay in small-town upstate New York. Her background growing up in foster care has made Clara wary of any long-term connections (besides, of course, her two best female friends). But love has a way of sneaking in in spite of Clara and Archie's best intentions...
beckyrendon's review against another edition
4.0
They say it's the quiet ones...but Clara can tell you it's really the freckled ones with glasses. Clara, the last hold out in the troublesome trio from culinary school, is learning all about the buns in the Hudson Valley. The buns that everyone wants in their mouth.
Hardened Clara and Hotel Boy go round for round in this hotel rebranding. I'd say it's a death match because it is brutal. Brutally hot, filled with lusty tension, and downright "loud"...with innuendo. What were you thinking?
The last of the trio has come to the Hudson Valley but she isn't staying. She isn't making plans. She's here for work, nothing more. Not the crabby, arrogant Hotel Boy. Not the quaint town. She's not even here for her besties. No, Clara is here to work out the kinks...(reign in that filthy mind, she's not that wild) of this job. Not to experience the benefits. There are NO benefits. There is no...
Ok, fine. Clara lies to herself. I won't continue to do it. You will just have to take her word for it. But I strongly advise, before you try the buns, that you check out the surrounding areas...starting with Maxwell Farms (Nuts) and even head over to Oscar Mendoza's amazing farm (Cream of the Crop). You won't want to miss everything this quiet little town has to offer.
Book received in exchange for an honest review. Reviewed on behalf of Once Upon An Alpha
Hardened Clara and Hotel Boy go round for round in this hotel rebranding. I'd say it's a death match because it is brutal. Brutally hot, filled with lusty tension, and downright "loud"...with innuendo. What were you thinking?
The last of the trio has come to the Hudson Valley but she isn't staying. She isn't making plans. She's here for work, nothing more. Not the crabby, arrogant Hotel Boy. Not the quaint town. She's not even here for her besties. No, Clara is here to work out the kinks...(reign in that filthy mind, she's not that wild) of this job. Not to experience the benefits. There are NO benefits. There is no...
Ok, fine. Clara lies to herself. I won't continue to do it. You will just have to take her word for it. But I strongly advise, before you try the buns, that you check out the surrounding areas...starting with Maxwell Farms (Nuts) and even head over to Oscar Mendoza's amazing farm (Cream of the Crop). You won't want to miss everything this quiet little town has to offer.
Book received in exchange for an honest review. Reviewed on behalf of Once Upon An Alpha
readfrenzy's review against another edition
4.0
Alice Clayton returns to the delightful upstate New York town of Bailey Falls in this third installment of her Hudson Valley series. Her writing has always appealed to me, and once again I found myself wrapped up in a sweet love story.
Clara is a successful hotel rebranding expert who lives for her job and is constantly on the road. Her newest project is to revitalize Bryant Mountain House in Bailey Falls. It’s a historic family-owned resort that has catered to the wealthy for decades, but it is now dated and business is declining. Archie Bryant is the stuffy son of the owner who is resistant to change and instantly butts head with Clara.
I was completely charmed by these damaged but lovable characters. Clara and Archie are complete opposites, which makes them even more delightful together. Clara’s feisty exuberance helps melt Archie’s ice man exterior, while Archie’s attentive nature challenges Clara’s fierce independence. Still, Clara’s demons make her determined not to succumb to the appeal of the town or the people—particularly Archie.
As expected with all of Alice Clayton’s novels, Buns is packed full of heart, romance, and perfect comedic timing. Her strong willed, funny heroines and their faithful, patient suitors win me over time and time again. I found Buns to be a very enjoyable, lighthearted read. If you’re a fan of the series, you’ll be pleased to see more of Roxie and Leo, Natalie and Oscar, as well as a surprise cameo from a certain beloved couple from one of Ms. Clayton’s other series.
Recommended for fans of:
Enemies to lovers
Second chance romance
Dirty Dancing
**ARC received in exchange for an honest review.**
Clara is a successful hotel rebranding expert who lives for her job and is constantly on the road. Her newest project is to revitalize Bryant Mountain House in Bailey Falls. It’s a historic family-owned resort that has catered to the wealthy for decades, but it is now dated and business is declining. Archie Bryant is the stuffy son of the owner who is resistant to change and instantly butts head with Clara.
I was completely charmed by these damaged but lovable characters. Clara and Archie are complete opposites, which makes them even more delightful together. Clara’s feisty exuberance helps melt Archie’s ice man exterior, while Archie’s attentive nature challenges Clara’s fierce independence. Still, Clara’s demons make her determined not to succumb to the appeal of the town or the people—particularly Archie.
As expected with all of Alice Clayton’s novels, Buns is packed full of heart, romance, and perfect comedic timing. Her strong willed, funny heroines and their faithful, patient suitors win me over time and time again. I found Buns to be a very enjoyable, lighthearted read. If you’re a fan of the series, you’ll be pleased to see more of Roxie and Leo, Natalie and Oscar, as well as a surprise cameo from a certain beloved couple from one of Ms. Clayton’s other series.
Recommended for fans of:
Enemies to lovers
Second chance romance
Dirty Dancing
**ARC received in exchange for an honest review.**
nellesnightstand1's review against another edition
5.0
Sweet, hot and full of humor! Just what I've come to expect from Alice Clayton!