waterlillybooks 's review for:

This Feeling by Kelly Elliott

4.25

funny inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

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 First, a heartfelt thank you to Kelley Elliott for the ARC opportunity! I loved returning to Moose Village with this emotionally charged romance. 

This Feeling gives us a delicious blend of tropes—fake dating, second chances, and the complicated twist of falling for your ex’s brother. Declan and Harper’s story is full of tension, heartache, and slow-burning chemistry. Declan, a former Marine, made the difficult choice to walk away from Harper to protect her from the hardships of his military life. That decision sets off a chain of events that leads Harper into a relationship with Declan’s brother—one that ends badly and leaves emotional scars for everyone involved. 

The push and pull between Harper and Declan is palpable throughout the book. Their connection never really faded, and watching them navigate their past hurt and find their way back to each other was both satisfying and swoon-worthy. Declan is the kind of protective, emotionally complex hero that romance readers will adore—a true book boyfriend! 

I’m really enjoying the Moose Village series and can’t wait to see which couple steals our hearts next. If you love small-town romance with emotional depth, complicated pasts, and a hero worth rooting for, This Feeling is a must-read.