Another winner for me. I’m rolling through the Abby books this summer.

A sweet and romantic take on the trope rich girl and poor boy fall in love.

The opening scene is hilarious. You have spanx, a raccoon, and an almost deserted town. Alexis finds herself immediately falling in love with Daniel knowing their worlds will never mesh. Daniel has no clue who she really is and finds himself dreaming of a happily ever after. Can they make it work?

First I suggest reading Abby’s books in order as there are Easter eggs to previous books in each one. Some are(or were to me) light bulb moments. The sign up for Abby’s newsletter to get the chapter that bridges the books Life’s Too Short and this one. Chef’s kiss of a bridge!

I will admit when I read the first few pages I wasn’t sure if I would like it. It didn’t grab me but then it did and my stars was I hooked. This book will tear your heart out, wring it every which way, put it back in and repeat. 

Early on Jewel’s character frustrated and angered me. She has so many secrets. Talk about a stressful life trying to keep them straight. I don’t envy those that live their life that way. Secrets take so much out of you and they always come out. 

Shelby seemed so content to live her life hiding behind others whether it was a friend or her daughter. I enjoyed watching her bloom. 

I have so much I want to say but I don’t want to ruin the book with any spoilers. Let yourself fall into this magnificent story and soak it in. 

Thank you Brenda Novak Book Club for bring this book to my attention. 

Oh this prequel was such fun. It is my second favorite almost my top favorite of the four prequels.

Georgie is a delight. Nothing scares her and she is so curious and inquisitive. How unfair she lives in a time when women weren’t allowed to do anything without a male around. She is a force to be reckoned with! Nicholas is the perfect match. Content with who he is and ready to let his match be a partner in every way.

I did get the audiobook just to hear the narrator read the cat parts. Hilarious! It was funny reading but listening was so much better. Cathead is a phenomenal character. Grumpy cat had nothing on Cathead.

I do think reading the prequels will make the Bridgerton series much more interesting.

An enjoyable visit with Charlie, Helen, and Diesel. In this addition to the series we get to join Charlie and Helen on their honeymoon to Ireland. Unfortunately, it is not all fun and relaxation. Helen’s Uncle Finn dies suddenly and it’s not an innocent death. Charlie has been asked by the family to help solve the crime.

This book was enjoyable and a refreshing entry. Seeing Charlie outside of Mississippi was interesting. He has wanderlust in his veins from all the books he has read. He is a relatable character as he loves traveling but can’t wait to get home to those near and dear to him.

I took my time reading as I know I have a bit of a wait for our next book.

Wow, each book has a topic that hits you squarely in the solar plexus. Another phenomenal book.

Vanessa is keeping her family together one social media video at a time. Her new job is raising her sister’s baby. Something she is at a loss with until hot guy next door sweeps in to the rescue. Instant attraction. She must tame her attraction for his own good but can she succeed? You will only know if you read the book!

Abby’s book have a stranglehold on me. I can’t gobble them up fast enough. Serious romances with lots of laughter and a spicy scene or two.

This is the type of book I enjoy the most full of multi-generational stories. Family sagas are my favorite. I am already (im)patiently waiting for the conclusion.

Through Eliza we see how hard it was to be taken seriously, treated fairly, and/or to given the chance to carry on a family legacy other than birthing a male heir. We also see the strength one has when they truly want something. I would love to think I could have been that strong in faith, belief, and character.

Learning about the ACE basin has been enchanting. I’ve Ben to and seen parts of it but never grasped the importance of it. I see it through educated eyes now. MAM has such a way to educate you without the reader getting bogged down. A true writing genius.

The audio book was wonderful.

What a beautiful romance. This book is perfect for a Sunday afternoon that you just want a feel good read.

Miriam has been through so much in her short adult life that she is adamant about never remarrying and being responsible for herself. Zaac has watched Miriam from afar and even watched her marry his scoundrel brother. He has watched her grieve his brother’s death and has continued to tamp down his feelings for her. That is until a stormy night while working his aunt’s chocolate shop together they find themselves responsible for a baby dropped at the doorstep.

I received a complimentary copy of the book from the author. I was not required to leave a positive review. All words above are my own.

I admit when I first started this book I lost interest. That could have been from being sick or the fact I couldn’t care less about the egg. But…the diary from Molly’s gran hooked me so I couldn’t put the book down.

Molly’s gran was something else. A woman who found the secret of life the hard way. True love, if true, will always prevail.

If you never read the first two and the novella in the series I suggest you at least read this. You might a tissue at times.

Another solid read. This was 4.5 stars for me only because I identified so much with Kristen in The Friend Zone.

I did not want to put this book down. I loved getting to see Sloan get her happiness.

The chapter titles made it fun and added to the story.

Oh. My. Goodness. This book was one of the best I’ve ever read. I felt like I was reading some of my own story. My doctor and I fought insurance for years to get my hysterectomy approved at 33. I’ve known since my teens I wouldn’t ever have my own children. I suffered through a lot of the same issues Kristen did. After my hysterectomy all I felt was relief and freedom. Even after getting married at 36 I never regretted the decision.

This book will tear you apart and put you back together again in the best way. Read with tissues and plan to stay up late to read.

I’m already deciding to chuck the other books in my TBR to read the second book.