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Veterans of Silver Ridge #1
Made for You
My Gram is the only family I have left, so when she asked for my help, I came running. Besides, a fresh start in her small town after blowing up my entire life seemed like the logical solution instead of wallowing in jobless misery for the rest of measurable time.
But then Gram’s next-door neighbor turns out to be the most gorgeous man I’ve ever seen, and my calculations show I just made a huge mistake. Being captivated by Bruce Camden is not part of my plan—even if he is a retired special ops soldier with a penchant for shirtless wood-chopping.
Thankfully, Bruce finds a way to draw a line we can’t cross. Working for his private security company may be the answer to one of my problems, and it means we have a legitimate reason to keep our distance despite the blazing chemistry between us.
But seeing how seriously he takes his role as his younger sister’s guardian only heightens the pull he has on me, and before I know it, I’m doomed. There’s no mathematical proof to solve and find x for what comes next.
The man is chopping down my walls left and right, but when disaster strikes in a big way, where will we be when the dust settles?
Made for You is book one in the Veterans of Silver Ridge series and stars Bruce Camden in a neighbors-to-soul mates closed door romance.
But then Gram’s next-door neighbor turns out to be the most gorgeous man I’ve ever seen, and my calculations show I just made a huge mistake. Being captivated by Bruce Camden is not part of my plan—even if he is a retired special ops soldier with a penchant for shirtless wood-chopping.
Thankfully, Bruce finds a way to draw a line we can’t cross. Working for his private security company may be the answer to one of my problems, and it means we have a legitimate reason to keep our distance despite the blazing chemistry between us.
But seeing how seriously he takes his role as his younger sister’s guardian only heightens the pull he has on me, and before I know it, I’m doomed. There’s no mathematical proof to solve and find x for what comes next.
The man is chopping down my walls left and right, but when disaster strikes in a big way, where will we be when the dust settles?
Made for You is book one in the Veterans of Silver Ridge series and stars Bruce Camden in a neighbors-to-soul mates closed door romance.
326 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 31, 2023
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October 23, 2026
I enjoyed the banter between Bruce Camden and Nikki Hastings, the spry Great Aunt Rosie and her matchmaking prowess, and the sibling dynamic between Bruce and Kiley. Although there was no swearing and it was a closed door romance, the objectifying made me uncomfortable.
February 18, 2025
Content: Premarital sexual relations implied between main characters, nothing on page
October 13, 2023
This is my first Claire Cain book and it was very, very enjoyable.
Nikki loses everything and comes to her great-aunt Rosie's house to get back on her feet. I love how she recognizes right from the start that they might not see eye-to-eye on things when Rosie is caught watching her neighbor out the window and comments that he's adorable. Nikki, on the other hand, sees Bruce quite differently. "That man? Dangerous. Lethal. Potentially hazardous."
There are a few layers to this story that made it divine. Not only is there an insta-attraction between Nikki and Bruce that fairly sizzles off the pages, but there is a hint of suspense, a single parent of sorts situation, and some pretty big feelings to navigate.
It was nice to see characters interacting and working through issues, while steering through the waters of a new relationship. I loved the friendships and the small-town vibe and really enjoyed the overall feeling of this sweet, closed door romance.
Content/TW: mild+ romance (kissing, make outs, fade-to-black); mild perilous situation; (off page) talk of foster care, parent neglect, death
*I received a complimentary copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own and were voluntarily given.*
Nikki loses everything and comes to her great-aunt Rosie's house to get back on her feet. I love how she recognizes right from the start that they might not see eye-to-eye on things when Rosie is caught watching her neighbor out the window and comments that he's adorable. Nikki, on the other hand, sees Bruce quite differently. "That man? Dangerous. Lethal. Potentially hazardous."
There are a few layers to this story that made it divine. Not only is there an insta-attraction between Nikki and Bruce that fairly sizzles off the pages, but there is a hint of suspense, a single parent of sorts situation, and some pretty big feelings to navigate.
It was nice to see characters interacting and working through issues, while steering through the waters of a new relationship. I loved the friendships and the small-town vibe and really enjoyed the overall feeling of this sweet, closed door romance.
Content/TW: mild+ romance (kissing, make outs, fade-to-black); mild perilous situation; (off page) talk of foster care, parent neglect, death
*I received a complimentary copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own and were voluntarily given.*
October 12, 2023
4.75 stars
My very first ARC! So exciting!
Okay, where to start?
Firstly, I’ll admit it took some patience to get into the story, but it really payed off when I started to see Bruce’s affection towards Nikki.
Whenever he would be physically affectionate towards her, I would either swoon, or need to take a moment to process how hot he is.
I love that he always wants an emotional connection with her especially when he hugs her. I adore hugs, so Bruce is my spirit animal. After the make out scene in the kitchen was interrupted, I paused after and imagined that a hug would be the thing I would want to happen next—and then it did! I was literally so happy that the scene did what I wanted it to lol.
“She wasn’t all that much shorter than me, but the counter had provided a nice boost, and having her feet on the ground made me wish I could hug her.
Wait. I could hug her. I needed that closeness after the… well, after the closeness.”
I literally felt the exact same way.
Let’s just say that Claire Cain fluently speaks my love language.
“I waited, ready for whatever she was going to tell me. Ready to slide my hand into her hair and hold her by her ponytail, steer her mouth to mine, and devour her.”
I’m pretty sure I fanned myself the first time I read this.
😩I wanna be kissed the way Bruce kisses Nikki.
And last but definitely not least…
“I hadn’t expected Nikki to answer the door so quickly, but when she did, the rapid beat of my heart gunned it through the floorboard.
“You’re gorgeous.”
She laughed, her smile radiant. “Aren’t you supposed to say something like, ‘Nice to see you’?”
With a hand on the doorframe, I leaned in. “That’d be a pretty severe understatement.”
Altogether this was a pleasant read, with lots of chemistry(no pun intended), sweet and emotional moments, and some good laughs along the way, which is a wonderful equation(haha I’m so funny) for a sweet closed door romance. Don’t you think?
Much thanks to the author!
My very first ARC! So exciting!
Okay, where to start?
Firstly, I’ll admit it took some patience to get into the story, but it really payed off when I started to see Bruce’s affection towards Nikki.
Whenever he would be physically affectionate towards her, I would either swoon, or need to take a moment to process how hot he is.
I love that he always wants an emotional connection with her especially when he hugs her. I adore hugs, so Bruce is my spirit animal. After the make out scene in the kitchen was interrupted, I paused after and imagined that a hug would be the thing I would want to happen next—and then it did! I was literally so happy that the scene did what I wanted it to lol.
“She wasn’t all that much shorter than me, but the counter had provided a nice boost, and having her feet on the ground made me wish I could hug her.
Wait. I could hug her. I needed that closeness after the… well, after the closeness.”
I literally felt the exact same way.
Let’s just say that Claire Cain fluently speaks my love language.
“I waited, ready for whatever she was going to tell me. Ready to slide my hand into her hair and hold her by her ponytail, steer her mouth to mine, and devour her.”
I’m pretty sure I fanned myself the first time I read this.
😩I wanna be kissed the way Bruce kisses Nikki.
And last but definitely not least…
“I hadn’t expected Nikki to answer the door so quickly, but when she did, the rapid beat of my heart gunned it through the floorboard.
“You’re gorgeous.”
She laughed, her smile radiant. “Aren’t you supposed to say something like, ‘Nice to see you’?”
With a hand on the doorframe, I leaned in. “That’d be a pretty severe understatement.”
Altogether this was a pleasant read, with lots of chemistry(no pun intended), sweet and emotional moments, and some good laughs along the way, which is a wonderful equation(haha I’m so funny) for a sweet closed door romance. Don’t you think?
Much thanks to the author!
December 5, 2025
Made for You by Claire Cain Review
Made for You by Claire Cain is a small-town contemporary romance and the first book in the Veterans of Silver Ridge series, centering on Nikki, a woman who arrives in Silverton to help her beloved great-aunt Rosie after losing her job and relationship. Instead of the fresh start she pictured, she finds herself captivated by her next-door neighbor Bruce Camden, a retired special ops soldier who now runs a small security company and serves as guardian to his younger sister. Nikki is a math whiz while Bruce is the rugged type who turns heads with a penchant for chopping wood, and the initial attraction between them builds into something deeper against a backdrop of gentle suspense, found family, and personal healing. Their chemistry grows naturally despite both having walls up, and when life throws unexpected events their way, they have to decide whether what’s emerging is worth risking for.
What stayed with me most as I read was how warmly this story painted Silverton and its people, especially the lively dynamic between Nikki, her great-aunt, and Bruce’s sister. The romance feels deeply grounded, not rushed, and even though there are moments of instant attraction, the characters take time to understand each other’s past pain and present hopes. I found Nikki’s thoughtful resilience and Bruce’s earnest protectiveness genuinely touching, making me feel every bit of their tentative steps toward trust. The closed-door romance and light suspense threads added to the cozy, heartfelt experience without ever overshadowing the emotional connection between the leads. If you enjoy character-driven romance with soul, quiet strength, and a comforting small-town vibe, this one gave me plenty of warm, uplifting moments and reminded me why slow-burn love stories feel so rewarding.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Because the rich emotional depth and beautifully drawn characters made this a truly enjoyable love story rooted in resilience and connection.
Made for You by Claire Cain is a small-town contemporary romance and the first book in the Veterans of Silver Ridge series, centering on Nikki, a woman who arrives in Silverton to help her beloved great-aunt Rosie after losing her job and relationship. Instead of the fresh start she pictured, she finds herself captivated by her next-door neighbor Bruce Camden, a retired special ops soldier who now runs a small security company and serves as guardian to his younger sister. Nikki is a math whiz while Bruce is the rugged type who turns heads with a penchant for chopping wood, and the initial attraction between them builds into something deeper against a backdrop of gentle suspense, found family, and personal healing. Their chemistry grows naturally despite both having walls up, and when life throws unexpected events their way, they have to decide whether what’s emerging is worth risking for.
What stayed with me most as I read was how warmly this story painted Silverton and its people, especially the lively dynamic between Nikki, her great-aunt, and Bruce’s sister. The romance feels deeply grounded, not rushed, and even though there are moments of instant attraction, the characters take time to understand each other’s past pain and present hopes. I found Nikki’s thoughtful resilience and Bruce’s earnest protectiveness genuinely touching, making me feel every bit of their tentative steps toward trust. The closed-door romance and light suspense threads added to the cozy, heartfelt experience without ever overshadowing the emotional connection between the leads. If you enjoy character-driven romance with soul, quiet strength, and a comforting small-town vibe, this one gave me plenty of warm, uplifting moments and reminded me why slow-burn love stories feel so rewarding.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Because the rich emotional depth and beautifully drawn characters made this a truly enjoyable love story rooted in resilience and connection.
October 13, 2023
I really enjoyed this book, though it's no surprise, because I've enjoyed all of Claire Cain's books. What I loved about this one was the math-genius heroine and the veteran-turned-guardian to younger sister hero. And the epilogue lets me know book #2 has one of my favorite tropes so I'm super excited for this series.
October 10, 2023
“The problem with this heart of mine was that once someone owned it, they owned it. I didn’t give it all that freely, but once given, I’d never have it back.”
It’s always a great day when Claire Cain releases a new book, and I couldn’t love this one more!
Bruce Camden is the perfect book boyfriend! He’s a retired special ops soldier, gorgeous, caring, and incredibly protective. He’s an amazing brother and guardian to his younger sister Kiley.
He’s dated a lot but never given his heart away, until Nikki. When they meet, he knows that she’s it for him. I loved how he was all in with her, and so open about his feelings. No game playing and no miscommunication.
Nikki had a rough upbringing, living many years in foster care, until Gram found her. She’s got some emotional scars, but she knows that in Bruce she’s found someone who will “stick.”
Gram and Kiley are fabulous secondary characters! Gram is a hoot—an unapologetic matchmaker, and she has no qualms about admiring Bruce as he frequently chops wood without a shirt on.
Kiley’s teen voice and angst was spot on—she’s tough and yet vulnerable, and so likable.
The romance between Nikki and Bruce was swoon-worthy. Their connection, the intensity of their feelings, and the obvious way they were made for each other leaps from the pages. There were several parts I had to reread—it was JUST SO GOOD!!
This is book one in the Veterans of Silver Ridge Series, and one I highly recommend!
Read if you like:
🩷 Smart writing
🩷 He falls first
🩷 Small town romance
🩷 Next door neighbors
🩷 Meddling grandmas
🩷 Workplace
🩷 She’s a math genius
🩷 He’s a book/lit nerd
🩷 Supportive friend groups
🩷 Closed door but lots of sizzle
🩷 HEA
It’s always a great day when Claire Cain releases a new book, and I couldn’t love this one more!
Bruce Camden is the perfect book boyfriend! He’s a retired special ops soldier, gorgeous, caring, and incredibly protective. He’s an amazing brother and guardian to his younger sister Kiley.
He’s dated a lot but never given his heart away, until Nikki. When they meet, he knows that she’s it for him. I loved how he was all in with her, and so open about his feelings. No game playing and no miscommunication.
Nikki had a rough upbringing, living many years in foster care, until Gram found her. She’s got some emotional scars, but she knows that in Bruce she’s found someone who will “stick.”
Gram and Kiley are fabulous secondary characters! Gram is a hoot—an unapologetic matchmaker, and she has no qualms about admiring Bruce as he frequently chops wood without a shirt on.
Kiley’s teen voice and angst was spot on—she’s tough and yet vulnerable, and so likable.
The romance between Nikki and Bruce was swoon-worthy. Their connection, the intensity of their feelings, and the obvious way they were made for each other leaps from the pages. There were several parts I had to reread—it was JUST SO GOOD!!
This is book one in the Veterans of Silver Ridge Series, and one I highly recommend!
Read if you like:
🩷 Smart writing
🩷 He falls first
🩷 Small town romance
🩷 Next door neighbors
🩷 Meddling grandmas
🩷 Workplace
🩷 She’s a math genius
🩷 He’s a book/lit nerd
🩷 Supportive friend groups
🩷 Closed door but lots of sizzle
🩷 HEA
May 16, 2025
I actually read the fifth book in this series first, but have known for quite a while that I wanted to start at the beginning and read through these books. I'm so glad I went back and started with book one, Made for You.
I loved that these two characters were such adults about everything. Even though they had a few fears and worries related to their pasts that they had to work through, they handled things in such a competent way. Both Nikki and Bruce recognized that the feelings and pull that they had toward each other was unlike anything either one had experienced before. I loved the way Bruce knew that Nikki was it for him so early on, yet he was patient and so attuned to her emotional needs.
I simply loved this story from start to finish, including the wonderful epilogues. And as soon as I finished this book, I could not help myself...I started reading on book two, Safe With You, right away!
I loved that these two characters were such adults about everything. Even though they had a few fears and worries related to their pasts that they had to work through, they handled things in such a competent way. Both Nikki and Bruce recognized that the feelings and pull that they had toward each other was unlike anything either one had experienced before. I loved the way Bruce knew that Nikki was it for him so early on, yet he was patient and so attuned to her emotional needs.
I simply loved this story from start to finish, including the wonderful epilogues. And as soon as I finished this book, I could not help myself...I started reading on book two, Safe With You, right away!
January 5, 2026
Seriously, I love this series. The entire thing and each individual read. So darned good. Though, this one and book two are my favorites.
September 24, 2023
I read Made for You by Claire Cain as an ARC and devoured it in about 6 hours. It’s so exciting to start a new series by one of my favorite authors, especially when the setting is the same a number of previous series but simply expanding the universe of characters that we know and love. Bruce and Nikki are such a good pairing. And it’s wonderful how even the side characters like Kiley and Gram are fully developed. The big problem with reading the book so quickly- I need to wait at least 5-6 months before the next!
October 12, 2023
✨ PRINCEMAN REVIEW ✨
📝 Nikki returns home to Silver Ridge after her Gram asks for help. Timing couldn't be better. She's ready for a change after a devastating breakup and quitting her job. What she didn't expect was Gram's plans...starting with staring out the kitchen window each morning. Little did Nikki know, that sexy, shirtless neighbor chopping wood could be the start to something new.
Bruce may be a veteran who now runs a protection agency, but his main priority is his little sister. He's now the guardian of her. Raising a teen is tough, but not as tough as resisting his next door neighbor's granddaughter. Timing couldn't be any worse. He doesn't have time to spare. But, maybe Nikki is what he's always needed to heal his heart.
What I 🤍:
🪵 Bruce FREAKING Camden
🧮 STEM FCC (Math Genius!)
🍻 Small Town Romance
🏠🏠 Neighbors to Lovers
💕 Found Friends
💔 No Third Act Breakup
🗣️ Healthy Communication
These characters were EVERYTHING! Let's start with Nikki. She's a smart, self-reliable woman who's kind even though she's been through the foster care system. Then there's Bruce. Swoon.....He's retired from the military but also the guardian of his little sister. He's the perfect balance of a strong, protective partner with a soft, tender side. Not to mention he loves helping his elderly neighbor. And then there's Gram. The melding yet precious woman who lives her life full of color. Cain puts so much into character development, that you can't help but adore these characters. AND what's great about her books is that they will all show up again in her Silver Ridge universe.
Prince's Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Passion: 🔥🔥 (Closed Door, Kisses)
Read If ➡️: You love sweet romances, like Emma St. Claire or Jenny Proctor.
Read 📅: Anytime of Year
CW ⚠️: Alcoholism, Abuse, Foster Care, Incarceration, Adoption
If you adore sweet, small town romances, this is for you. Also, the characters are MATURE, which I appreciate. They face their obstacles yet they also communicate in a healthy way. To me, I appreciated there being more to the plot rather than a breakup at the end.
Made for You is out now! Thank you so much to Claire Cain for an ARC of this book. I absolutely adored it, and can't wait to see who's love story we read next. (🤞Please be Tristian)
📝 Nikki returns home to Silver Ridge after her Gram asks for help. Timing couldn't be better. She's ready for a change after a devastating breakup and quitting her job. What she didn't expect was Gram's plans...starting with staring out the kitchen window each morning. Little did Nikki know, that sexy, shirtless neighbor chopping wood could be the start to something new.
Bruce may be a veteran who now runs a protection agency, but his main priority is his little sister. He's now the guardian of her. Raising a teen is tough, but not as tough as resisting his next door neighbor's granddaughter. Timing couldn't be any worse. He doesn't have time to spare. But, maybe Nikki is what he's always needed to heal his heart.
What I 🤍:
🪵 Bruce FREAKING Camden
🧮 STEM FCC (Math Genius!)
🍻 Small Town Romance
🏠🏠 Neighbors to Lovers
💕 Found Friends
💔 No Third Act Breakup
🗣️ Healthy Communication
These characters were EVERYTHING! Let's start with Nikki. She's a smart, self-reliable woman who's kind even though she's been through the foster care system. Then there's Bruce. Swoon.....He's retired from the military but also the guardian of his little sister. He's the perfect balance of a strong, protective partner with a soft, tender side. Not to mention he loves helping his elderly neighbor. And then there's Gram. The melding yet precious woman who lives her life full of color. Cain puts so much into character development, that you can't help but adore these characters. AND what's great about her books is that they will all show up again in her Silver Ridge universe.
Prince's Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Passion: 🔥🔥 (Closed Door, Kisses)
Read If ➡️: You love sweet romances, like Emma St. Claire or Jenny Proctor.
Read 📅: Anytime of Year
CW ⚠️: Alcoholism, Abuse, Foster Care, Incarceration, Adoption
If you adore sweet, small town romances, this is for you. Also, the characters are MATURE, which I appreciate. They face their obstacles yet they also communicate in a healthy way. To me, I appreciated there being more to the plot rather than a breakup at the end.
Made for You is out now! Thank you so much to Claire Cain for an ARC of this book. I absolutely adored it, and can't wait to see who's love story we read next. (🤞Please be Tristian)
October 11, 2023
i read this book as an ARC and i did enjoy it. i found it really easy to read through the writing style and plot. i loved the characters in this book too, nikki was a cool mathematical queen and bruce was a hot cinnamon roll trying to do everything he can to protect his sister. plus rosie was so funny, she was such a cute and funny old lady. i really did enjoy their romance however i just could not connect to this book as much as i wanted to, however i do think it’s a really sweet closed door romance
September 1, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
GENRE
-contemporary romance
CONTENT
-🤬: 1 h
-❤️: make outs, one instance of implied intimacy between an unmarried couple (100% closed door)
-⚠️: loss of parents (past), estrangement from family members, kidnapping
I'm so glad I finally got to this book! I really enjoyed Claire's writing and getting to know Bruce and Nikki. I thought this was adorable.
Nikki was so endearingly quirky. I loved her mathematical brain, and I loved how Bruce loved that and appreciated it about her too. Nikki had a challenging childhood—losing her parents to a drunk driving accident (that they caused) and then being bounced from foster home to foster home until CPS found her great-aunt in Silverton, Utah. Now, Nikki is back in Silverton. Things are going well, and it seems that maybe this is her chance to stick somewhere.
Bruce has been out of the military/special ops for a couple of years now, and he's gained custody of his teenage sister because her parents were neglectful. He happens to live next door to Nikki's great-aunt/Gram and therefore starts seeing her regularly.
I really loved the connection between Bruce and Nikki. They complemented each other so well. Seeing them be there for each other—even when that was just physically sitting together without words—was beautiful.
I'm so excited to read the rest of this series...and I may need to go back and read Wilder and Sarah's story too.
Favorite Quotes:
-I’d never seen anything like it—never in my life had I imagined an actual person could look like that. What a sad, sorry little imagination I had, apparently.
-And Bruce took the baby with the biggest grin I’d ever seen. And I died.
-Then his eyes took on this hooded quality, and he glanced at my mouth, swaying toward me. “There you go again.”
“There I go again doing what?” I asked, my words almost a whisper. Something about him looking at me, standing so close, touching me… it’d certainly dimmed my ability to follow his thought process. “Being gravity, I guess.”
-“It’ll change things, Nik. I’m not a man who’s going to pretend I don’t want you after this, especially if I taste you now.”
-“I know we’re new, but this is different for me than—well, it’s just different. And I need you to know you’ve got me, too.”
-“I love it when you talk about stuff I don’t understand. It’s so freaking hot.”
-The odds might’ve been against us, but I think we’ve got a chance.” His large, warm hand slid along my arm and up to cradle my jaw. “We’ve got more than a chance, Nik. We’ve got each other.”
GENRE
-contemporary romance
CONTENT
-🤬: 1 h
-❤️: make outs, one instance of implied intimacy between an unmarried couple (100% closed door)
-⚠️: loss of parents (past), estrangement from family members, kidnapping
I'm so glad I finally got to this book! I really enjoyed Claire's writing and getting to know Bruce and Nikki. I thought this was adorable.
Nikki was so endearingly quirky. I loved her mathematical brain, and I loved how Bruce loved that and appreciated it about her too. Nikki had a challenging childhood—losing her parents to a drunk driving accident (that they caused) and then being bounced from foster home to foster home until CPS found her great-aunt in Silverton, Utah. Now, Nikki is back in Silverton. Things are going well, and it seems that maybe this is her chance to stick somewhere.
Bruce has been out of the military/special ops for a couple of years now, and he's gained custody of his teenage sister because her parents were neglectful. He happens to live next door to Nikki's great-aunt/Gram and therefore starts seeing her regularly.
I really loved the connection between Bruce and Nikki. They complemented each other so well. Seeing them be there for each other—even when that was just physically sitting together without words—was beautiful.
I'm so excited to read the rest of this series...and I may need to go back and read Wilder and Sarah's story too.
Favorite Quotes:
-I’d never seen anything like it—never in my life had I imagined an actual person could look like that. What a sad, sorry little imagination I had, apparently.
-And Bruce took the baby with the biggest grin I’d ever seen. And I died.
-Then his eyes took on this hooded quality, and he glanced at my mouth, swaying toward me. “There you go again.”
“There I go again doing what?” I asked, my words almost a whisper. Something about him looking at me, standing so close, touching me… it’d certainly dimmed my ability to follow his thought process. “Being gravity, I guess.”
-“It’ll change things, Nik. I’m not a man who’s going to pretend I don’t want you after this, especially if I taste you now.”
-“I know we’re new, but this is different for me than—well, it’s just different. And I need you to know you’ve got me, too.”
-“I love it when you talk about stuff I don’t understand. It’s so freaking hot.”
-The odds might’ve been against us, but I think we’ve got a chance.” His large, warm hand slid along my arm and up to cradle my jaw. “We’ve got more than a chance, Nik. We’ve got each other.”
October 23, 2026
I enjoyed the story, it just had way too many characters. Plus a few of the female characters had boy names, adding to the confusion. On top of all the characters, many of them had nicknames, so trying to keep track of who was who was a wild ride. I did like Bruce and Nikki, and of course Kiley! I appreciated the value of honesty in the story. Both characters were mature and acted their age. This book was fade to black but still more spice than I want to read. I’ll give book two a chance but we will see if I read the series.
June 15, 2025
I liked it.
I really liked the characters and I enjoyed the story! I wanted to read this book because I’ve seen the series around Bookstagram and I like the covers. I didn’t read reviews first though, so I didn’t realize the characters have premarital sex. No details are given and it is completely closed door, but I’m still disappointed that happened and that affected my enjoyment of the rest of the book.
I really liked the characters and I enjoyed the story! I wanted to read this book because I’ve seen the series around Bookstagram and I like the covers. I didn’t read reviews first though, so I didn’t realize the characters have premarital sex. No details are given and it is completely closed door, but I’m still disappointed that happened and that affected my enjoyment of the rest of the book.
October 9, 2023
Loved this book!! I loved that they communicated very well all throughout the book. Even while being a closed door romance you still felt the tension and the sexual tension too. I was really happy with the suspense that appeared in the book as well as how I related to both main characters with the issues they faced.
February 19, 2026
I received this book from Claire Cain on a recent cruise. It was very generous of her, and a perfect cruise read. I am generally not a romance reader, but the characters were engaging. I wish her editor had done a better job; there were several mistakes I caught right away - including an error on the back cover.
September 12, 2024
My first good clean, closed door romance. Was a cute read. Thoroughly enjoyed
August 17, 2025
Sweet romance with relatable experiences
April 6, 2026
This was a cute, quick read filled with warm fuzzies and happiness!
March 21, 2025
This one took forever to get into. It was nice overall.
September 27, 2023
Claire Cain did it again. I was so sad to see the end of the Back to Silver Ridge series, but this one picks right up there. The characters and setting are familiar, while not overtaking the story -- it felt like I was going home. I'm so excited for the rest of this series as we get to learn more about the new characters we met in this first book.
February 18, 2025
I picked this book up at a local author signing and enjoyed it! Our characters had some depth and past traumas that made them feel realistic. I loved that Bruce cared so deeply for his younger sister who he is a guardian for, it was sweet. Nikki was new in town and I liked seeing her find new friends outside of Bruce. Overall it was good, just a little forgettable for me. I would read more from Claire Cain.
November 16, 2023
If you’re looking for a light, easy, insta-love story then this book would be a great fit for you! This was just not the book for me. It was a very cute closed-door romance but the plot was slow and I was never able to connect with the characters. Nik’s nerdiness seemed too forced with the word choices and Bruce was too unrealistic for a book that was otherwise set in a very realistic time and place. While this was not my favorite kind of book I think many other readers would definitely enjoy this!
Many thanks to Claire for an incredibly sweet note and signed copy of this giveaway. Made my day to see her personalized message ❤️
Many thanks to Claire for an incredibly sweet note and signed copy of this giveaway. Made my day to see her personalized message ❤️
May 9, 2024
This was a kindle unlimited recommendation that just did not land for me. There were waaaaaay too many characters and back stories (maybe an interconnected previous series I hadn't read?), along with a lot of cheesy lines. I just got bogged down and it took me weeks to make my way through it.
It was very clean though with a few cute characters so someone else might enjoy this.
It was very clean though with a few cute characters so someone else might enjoy this.
October 26, 2023
It was a mix of insta love but no action and a slow moving plot. Not bad but not my fave
June 30, 2024
Foi okay e nada assim de especial, no entanto, achei que o final foi super apressado e tive ali tudo ali muito condensado ali para os últimos 13% do livro.
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