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3.54 AVERAGE
3.54 AVERAGE
emotional
lighthearted
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
I really enjoyed Cinnamon Spice Inn!
As someone who loves a Hallmark romance movie, but doesn't think they make enough autumn themed ones, books like this really fill that gap for me!
I've read my fair share of seasonal romances, they can be hit and miss, but this one is a hit for me!
The setting is so gorgeous, I really loved the descriptions of the surroundings, the inn, the food, everything! I found it so easy to picture it all.
Then the side characters were funny without being annoying, there was no "bad guy" that these books sometimes have for some friction, just a lot of neighbourly people helping each other!
And I found Zach and Madison's relationship realistic and, even though there is a bit of miscommunication (the worst trope, in my humble opinion), it is resolved quickly and doesn't take anything away from the storyline.
Is it predictable? Yes, but that's the beauty of these romance books and Hallmark movies, it's low stakes and I love them for that, you can always depend on a happy ending π€
I will definitely be reading the second book, and if you're a fan of Laurie Gilmore's Dream Harbour series, then I'd say this book is as good, if not a bit better, than The Pumpkin Spice Cafe!
Thank you to Netgalley for the arc copy!
As someone who loves a Hallmark romance movie, but doesn't think they make enough autumn themed ones, books like this really fill that gap for me!
I've read my fair share of seasonal romances, they can be hit and miss, but this one is a hit for me!
The setting is so gorgeous, I really loved the descriptions of the surroundings, the inn, the food, everything! I found it so easy to picture it all.
Then the side characters were funny without being annoying, there was no "bad guy" that these books sometimes have for some friction, just a lot of neighbourly people helping each other!
And I found Zach and Madison's relationship realistic and, even though there is a bit of miscommunication (the worst trope, in my humble opinion), it is resolved quickly and doesn't take anything away from the storyline.
Is it predictable? Yes, but that's the beauty of these romance books and Hallmark movies, it's low stakes and I love them for that, you can always depend on a happy ending π€
I will definitely be reading the second book, and if you're a fan of Laurie Gilmore's Dream Harbour series, then I'd say this book is as good, if not a bit better, than The Pumpkin Spice Cafe!
Thank you to Netgalley for the arc copy!
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
4.25βοΈ Definitely a good second chance romance. If you enjoy a meddling small town like I do, this is for you. 5βοΈ narration from Andi Eloise and Brandon Francis. There is so much tension with these two characters. Boy, did they help you feel it. I always love hearing the depth of the characters.
Madison left Maple Falls to become a food writer. She didnβt expect to go back, but when a letter arrives saying her dad needs help with the Cinnamon Spice Inn, she has to go. She just doesnβt want to face Zach again.
Zach is the town handyman. If thereβs ever a need, he is first one the town calls. Of course he would help at The Cinnamon Spice Inn. Little does he know that Madison is back in town. Back with all the emotions he tried to shove away.
Zachβs and Madisonβs chemistry is still very much alive and well. But can they both face the past and communicate for the future. Will they save The Cinnamon Spice Inn? Why is everyone getting mysterious letters?
Thanks to NetGalley, Bookouture Audio, and the author for the advanced listener copy.
Madison left Maple Falls to become a food writer. She didnβt expect to go back, but when a letter arrives saying her dad needs help with the Cinnamon Spice Inn, she has to go. She just doesnβt want to face Zach again.
Zach is the town handyman. If thereβs ever a need, he is first one the town calls. Of course he would help at The Cinnamon Spice Inn. Little does he know that Madison is back in town. Back with all the emotions he tried to shove away.
Zachβs and Madisonβs chemistry is still very much alive and well. But can they both face the past and communicate for the future. Will they save The Cinnamon Spice Inn? Why is everyone getting mysterious letters?
Thanks to NetGalley, Bookouture Audio, and the author for the advanced listener copy.
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This book is a cute & spicy small town read with all the fall vibes. The miscommunication trope evokes the vocal reader inside me, Iβm passionate that these MCS just talk and figure out. It use to frustrate me to no end but honestly I think a bit of miscommunication really helps create a deeper connection in the storyline and I donβt mind this trope anymore.
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A mysterious letter asked Madison to come home from NYC. When she got to Maple Falls her familyβs Inn was in desperate need of help, her Dad and Grab couldnβt keep up with the needs after her Mom passed. So she took it as her mission to help rebuild the Inn back to its former glory and uncover who sent the letter.
The problem with Maple Falls is she has history there and around every corner is Zach. Zach stayed in Maple Falls when Madison left with his heart, now sheβs back and heβs afraid sheβll break it again. It doesnβt help that Zach is helping fix up her familyβs Inn. Maybe this will finally be the second chance they both need.
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βIβm not going to pretend I donβt love you anymore. Iβm not going to act like this doesnβt matter.β β¦ βIt matters. You matter,β
π³πππππππ π»πππππ πππβππ ππππ :
* Second Chance - 6yrs Later
* First Love (She Left & He Stayed)
* Coffee Loving City Girl FMC
* Layback Contractor MMC
* Mysterious Letter - Calling Her Home
* Forced Proximity
* Miscommunication
* Small Town: Maple Falls
* Dual POV w/ Spice
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This book is a cute & spicy small town read with all the fall vibes. The miscommunication trope evokes the vocal reader inside me, Iβm passionate that these MCS just talk and figure out. It use to frustrate me to no end but honestly I think a bit of miscommunication really helps create a deeper connection in the storyline and I donβt mind this trope anymore.
ππ²π§π¨π©π¬π’π¬:
A mysterious letter asked Madison to come home from NYC. When she got to Maple Falls her familyβs Inn was in desperate need of help, her Dad and Grab couldnβt keep up with the needs after her Mom passed. So she took it as her mission to help rebuild the Inn back to its former glory and uncover who sent the letter.
The problem with Maple Falls is she has history there and around every corner is Zach. Zach stayed in Maple Falls when Madison left with his heart, now sheβs back and heβs afraid sheβll break it again. It doesnβt help that Zach is helping fix up her familyβs Inn. Maybe this will finally be the second chance they both need.
πππ« ππͺπ€π©π:
βIβm not going to pretend I donβt love you anymore. Iβm not going to act like this doesnβt matter.β β¦ βIt matters. You matter,β
π³πππππππ π»πππππ πππβππ ππππ :
* Second Chance - 6yrs Later
* First Love (She Left & He Stayed)
* Coffee Loving City Girl FMC
* Layback Contractor MMC
* Mysterious Letter - Calling Her Home
* Forced Proximity
* Miscommunication
* Small Town: Maple Falls
* Dual POV w/ Spice
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I was able to receive an ARC for this book. Super cute read - if youβre a fan of the Pumpkin Spice Cafe youβll love The Cinnamon Spice Inn!
The characters have a lot of depth and are easy to connect to. Was a quick, enjoyable read and I look forward to the next part of this series!
The characters have a lot of depth and are easy to connect to. Was a quick, enjoyable read and I look forward to the next part of this series!
medium-paced
This was a cute hallmark type fall romance book. The main character, Madison, comes back from working on the food scene in the big city to help salvage her family Inn and reconnects with her high school hot carpenter boyfriend.
The plot was cute but there was too much time spent on Madison pining over Zach and not enough time getting to know the town, events, and characters.
Overall, the fall vibes as the weather is starting to cool down, was a welcome change from the beach reads!
The plot was cute but there was too much time spent on Madison pining over Zach and not enough time getting to know the town, events, and characters.
Overall, the fall vibes as the weather is starting to cool down, was a welcome change from the beach reads!
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
One of those books that feel like Hallmark in a book with a little bit of spice.
Madison has returned home from New York to help with her familyβs failing Inn.
This is a second chance romance that is getting to give you all the cozy fall vibes and leave you with the feel good feelings. I love a small town that makes me want to pack my bag and move in and thatβs how this town feels.
I do feel like by the epilogue I was still left with questions and some stuff was left unanswered.
π Available on KU π
π Second Chance Romance
π Small Town
π Miscommunication Trope
π Third Act Breakup
π Fall Vibes
Genre: Romance
APK: Ebook
Pages: 351
Rating: βοΈβοΈβοΈβοΈ
Spice: πΆοΈπΆοΈ
Series or Standalone: Book #1 in the Maple Falls Series
Madison has returned home from New York to help with her familyβs failing Inn.
This is a second chance romance that is getting to give you all the cozy fall vibes and leave you with the feel good feelings. I love a small town that makes me want to pack my bag and move in and thatβs how this town feels.
I do feel like by the epilogue I was still left with questions and some stuff was left unanswered.
π Available on KU π
π Second Chance Romance
π Small Town
π Miscommunication Trope
π Third Act Breakup
π Fall Vibes
Genre: Romance
APK: Ebook
Pages: 351
Rating: βοΈβοΈβοΈβοΈ
Spice: πΆοΈπΆοΈ
Series or Standalone: Book #1 in the Maple Falls Series
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
While this is exactly what I expected (cozy fall vibes, small town, yummy sounding food, animals) it was also incredibly one note. The entire plot hinged on a lack of communication even after the characters learned their lesson 6 years later they still just didn't talk, and there was no depth to their relationship.
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Characters: 4βοΈ
Setting: 4βοΈ
Plot: 3βοΈ
Themes: 3βοΈ
Personal enjoyment: 4βοΈ
Emotional Impact: 3βοΈ
Overall rating: 3.75/5βοΈ
Spice 3/5 πΆοΈ
A small town cozy fall rom-com. The perfect fall romance read.
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After receiving an anonymous note saying she needed to return home to the Cinnamon Spice Inn in Maple Falls, Madison immediately packs up her life in NY and goes back. Her ex, Zach is now the handy man of the entire town. Things are bound to get complicated with them working so close to eachother.
Read this for what it is. A cute, seasonal second chance romance novel with a lot of spice and youβll enjoy it.
Enjoyed the audio, but wished it was a dual or duet narration.
Tropes: forced proximity, right person wrong time, childhood sweethearts, insta lust, second chance romance
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
The writing style wasnβt for me. A bit heavy handed and jumped around a lot.