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avb_922 's review for:
Let Me Be the One
by Lori Foster
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
I had the pleasure of listening to Let Me Be the One by Lori Foster as an ARC audiobook from NetGalley, and I thoroughly enjoyed it! The narrator did a great job! This heartwarming small-town romance delivers a perfect mix of emotional depth, family drama, and sizzling chemistry.
Callie is a refreshing FMC who stands firm in her decisions despite her family’s relentless pressure to reunite with her cheating ex for financial reasons. While she loves her family and feels guilty about their struggles, she refuses to let them dictate her future—a quality I truly admired. That said, her constant fear of the local wildlife started as amusing but became a bit repetitive after a while.
Tanner, on the other hand, stole the show for me! At first, he comes across as too gruff, but his compassionate nature and dedication to helping at-risk youth quickly won me over. His complicated past—growing up in an abusive household before being taken in by the wonderful Addie—adds depth to his character. His initial standoffishness toward Callie, due to an old crush and the differences in their upbringings, added some great tension before their romance fully bloomed.
The slow build between Callie and Tanner made their eventual relationship all the more satisfying. Their bond felt genuine, and their romance was filled with warmth and passion. I also loved the side characters—especially Addie, Cam, and the teenage duo, Liam and Nell. The way Tanner, Cam, and Addie uplifted those around them was truly touching.
If I had one critique, it would be that some conflicts wrapped up a little too quickly and conveniently, particularly Callie’s parents coming around, her ex being dealt with, and Glory’s growth. I would have loved a bit more depth in those resolutions. However, the journey was still engaging, and I grew to appreciate even the initially prickly neighbors by the end.
Overall, Let Me Be the One is a heartfelt romance filled with lovable characters, strong themes of resilience and found family, and just enough drama to keep things interesting. A great pick for fans of small-town romances with a touch of second-chance and unrequited love tropes!
Callie is a refreshing FMC who stands firm in her decisions despite her family’s relentless pressure to reunite with her cheating ex for financial reasons. While she loves her family and feels guilty about their struggles, she refuses to let them dictate her future—a quality I truly admired. That said, her constant fear of the local wildlife started as amusing but became a bit repetitive after a while.
Tanner, on the other hand, stole the show for me! At first, he comes across as too gruff, but his compassionate nature and dedication to helping at-risk youth quickly won me over. His complicated past—growing up in an abusive household before being taken in by the wonderful Addie—adds depth to his character. His initial standoffishness toward Callie, due to an old crush and the differences in their upbringings, added some great tension before their romance fully bloomed.
The slow build between Callie and Tanner made their eventual relationship all the more satisfying. Their bond felt genuine, and their romance was filled with warmth and passion. I also loved the side characters—especially Addie, Cam, and the teenage duo, Liam and Nell. The way Tanner, Cam, and Addie uplifted those around them was truly touching.
If I had one critique, it would be that some conflicts wrapped up a little too quickly and conveniently, particularly Callie’s parents coming around, her ex being dealt with, and Glory’s growth. I would have loved a bit more depth in those resolutions. However, the journey was still engaging, and I grew to appreciate even the initially prickly neighbors by the end.
Overall, Let Me Be the One is a heartfelt romance filled with lovable characters, strong themes of resilience and found family, and just enough drama to keep things interesting. A great pick for fans of small-town romances with a touch of second-chance and unrequited love tropes!