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jeannethinks's review against another edition
4.0
The series continues to charm. These will make you laugh and at times shake your head. Thank you for this quirky set of friends that continue to make us want more.
jaimejustreadsromance's review against another edition
5.0
This is absolutely my favorite book in this series!!
Everyone knows I love a good rivals to lovers story and Alice Clayton just pulled one off to perfection. There was just something so sexy about the tension building up between Archie and Clara that had me devouring this book as quickly as possible.
At first glance Archie came across as a bit stuffy, over-refined and stubborn, but as we get to know him he has this whole other relaxed, sexy and romantic side that I couldn't help but fall in love with. He was the perfect version of a man on the streets but a beast in the sheets that I found incredibly addicting.
Clara was smart, driven and super independent. It was almost fascinating to read about the ease at which she knew her job and how easily she seemed to seek out the issues the hotel had and how to fix them, and how she wasn't afraid to stand up for those ideas. As frustrating as it was to see her holding back from the feelings she was developing for Archie and even holding back from really letting herself fit in with her friends, when her full history is revealed, it was easy to empathize with her.
At first I thought that Archie, and his past, would be the obstacle that stood in the way of them getting their HEA but, frankly, the ease at which he let himself fall for Clara was my favorite part of this story. When that man let loose, he really let loose and it was super HOT!
This book seemed a little less detailed about the environment than the first two, but Alice Clayton still managed to paint a clear picture of the hotel and all of its history. I was able to get a clear picture of it without feeling overwhelmed with descriptions and was therefore able to focus more on the romance aspect between Archie and Clara and the friendships with the couples from the previous books. We even got a visit from Caroline and a reference to Simon from Wallbanger and an appearance from Jack and Grace from the Redhead series, which pretty much made my day!
This is a definite must read for anyone who is a fan of sexual tension blended with humor and/or Alice Clayton.
*I received an ARC from NetGalley and the Publisher for voluntary review
Everyone knows I love a good rivals to lovers story and Alice Clayton just pulled one off to perfection. There was just something so sexy about the tension building up between Archie and Clara that had me devouring this book as quickly as possible.
At first glance Archie came across as a bit stuffy, over-refined and stubborn, but as we get to know him he has this whole other relaxed, sexy and romantic side that I couldn't help but fall in love with. He was the perfect version of a man on the streets but a beast in the sheets that I found incredibly addicting.
Clara was smart, driven and super independent. It was almost fascinating to read about the ease at which she knew her job and how easily she seemed to seek out the issues the hotel had and how to fix them, and how she wasn't afraid to stand up for those ideas. As frustrating as it was to see her holding back from the feelings she was developing for Archie and even holding back from really letting herself fit in with her friends, when her full history is revealed, it was easy to empathize with her.
At first I thought that Archie, and his past, would be the obstacle that stood in the way of them getting their HEA but, frankly, the ease at which he let himself fall for Clara was my favorite part of this story. When that man let loose, he really let loose and it was super HOT!
This book seemed a little less detailed about the environment than the first two, but Alice Clayton still managed to paint a clear picture of the hotel and all of its history. I was able to get a clear picture of it without feeling overwhelmed with descriptions and was therefore able to focus more on the romance aspect between Archie and Clara and the friendships with the couples from the previous books. We even got a visit from Caroline and a reference to Simon from Wallbanger and an appearance from Jack and Grace from the Redhead series, which pretty much made my day!
This is a definite must read for anyone who is a fan of sexual tension blended with humor and/or Alice Clayton.
*I received an ARC from NetGalley and the Publisher for voluntary review
canadianbookaddict's review against another edition
5.0
Buns is the third book in the Hudson Valley series and they can all be read as stand-alone books.
I started reading this book in the afternoon and just like all previous books by Alice Clayton that I have read so far, I wasn't able to put it down. I absolutely loved Clara and Archie together.
This book is funny, sweet, romantic and emotional.
I highly recommend this book series.
I give this 5 out of 5.
I started reading this book in the afternoon and just like all previous books by Alice Clayton that I have read so far, I wasn't able to put it down. I absolutely loved Clara and Archie together.
This book is funny, sweet, romantic and emotional.
I highly recommend this book series.
I give this 5 out of 5.
diaryofthebookdragon's review against another edition
3.0
Why am I reading romance novels by Alice Clayton? Because [b:Wallbanger|15858248|Wallbanger (Cocktail, #1)|Alice Clayton|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1352205960s/15858248.jpg|21607771] rocked my world with humor and sizzling chemistry. But after that all of the other novels written by her merge into one big MEH pile.
Buns was not bad, but there was nothing attention-grabbing about it either. It took half the story for me to start caring about the main couple.
Buns was not bad, but there was nothing attention-grabbing about it either. It took half the story for me to start caring about the main couple.
vsrkive's review against another edition
2.0
I just want to say that I went into it with a lot of exceptions but I don't know, every book in this series feels a bit similar and I was hoping this would be different than other books.
bipolar_bookbish's review against another edition
4.0
The second book in the series is still my favorite but this was cute too.
dgignac's review against another edition
4.0
A fun finale to this series. I’m a little disappointed that Clara never got to taste the famous “hot cross buns,” but who am I? Lol
what_alice_saw's review against another edition
3.0
I think the main characters fell a little flat for me. There just wasn’t enough story. We should have seen the mc’s interact a bit more. The time jumps weren’t really noticeable, so it seemed like they fell in love very quickly. Actually, the whole thing seemed like a rebound for Archie. I just don’t see this couple having staying power.
cherryredsreads's review against another edition
5.0
Okay first off, it has cherry references in it!
Sold!
No but seriously I loved this pair of characters!
Clara & Archie are...
Bun out of the oven HOT!!!
The sexual tension was off the charts.
I was enraptured by the head strong, stubborn and devoted Clara Morgan & Archie Bryant when it came to their jobs & their love life.
Their back and forth with each other of deny their feelings is what makes this story such a great read.
This story of course has tons of humor, sexy times, angst, nice surprises that yes, YOU will be in shock when you read this book on what or who may appear!
After reading, I want to take a trip to upstate New York & stay at a B&B hotel overlooking the beautiful landscapes and fall in love while rereading this book.
Go One click this & be ready to have your fingers dripping in sweet sticky deliciousness in the Hudson Valley Series!
**ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review***
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