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The Handy Nanny by K. Sterling

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fuckitupvato's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

ekateclark's review against another edition

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emotional reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

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3.5

Penn Tucker and Morris Mosby couldn't be more different if they tried, but they do have one big thing in common. After his sister dies shortly after giving birth to her daughter, Morris is tempted to walk away from the thriving music career he had with his sister and devote his time to taking care of his niece. When Reid Marshall hears of this, he calls someone he knows that can help in many ways. Upon his first arrival, Penn knows that this will be different than his past jobs, and he's determined to help Morris in every way that he can. But Penn has a past that he's never truly processed, and Morris could just be the one to do it. Throw in two meddling families and an encouraging (or pushy) friend group, and you have a recipe for something sweeter than chocolate cake.

Thank you to the author for an advanced copy in exchange for a review!

I signed up for an ARC of The Handy Nanny fully expecting nothing to come of it. Fast forward a few weeks, and this paperback and a few bonus goodies from the author show up in my mailbox. I had not previously read any of the Nannies of New York series, but I was excited to dive into this one nonetheless. Despite being centered around grief and the different ways that people process this complex emotion, this one was cute! I liked both Penn and Morris from the beginning, and I really liked watching their relationship grow and evolve. Penn and Morris were both complex characters, but I like that the author gave him a great character arc while still acting as a caregiver and support system for Morris.

This one can technically be read as a standalone, but it is best read in series order to get the backstories on characters.

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4.0

That was some seriously sweet slow burn

auggiejean's review

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emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.75

I think this book was the best one yet from K. Sterlings Nannies of New York series. Miles and Penn had me in my feelings from page one.
The discussions of grief, love, and loss were so good. I truly felt like I knew this couple and their family by the time I’d finished. Very good and definitely would recommend!

*this review is based on an advanced readers copy*