Perfect Bragg

The Bragg Brothers #3

by D.E. Haggerty

I’ll do anything to keep custody of my cousin’s baby. Even marry the man I want but can never have.

Love and marriage are not for me. Not when it’s my fault I no longer have a family.

If anyone can make me change my mind, it’s Elder Bragg. Those long lean legs, sparkling brown eyes, and that dang dimple on his right cheek are hard to resist.

But resist I must. So, when he asks me out, I push him into the friend-zone faster than Lucy the llama can run.

Everything changes when my cousin dies and I’m granted custody of her baby. The second I look down at Robin I realize I will do anything to protect this baby.

Even marry Elder to keep Robin when her biological dad shows up and demands custody.

Elder thinks our marriage is a chance to start a relationship. Not likely. This marriage is FAKE.

If only I could stop imagining how his lips would feel on mine.

This fake marriage, friends to lovers, small town romantic comedy features an introverted woman who would rather spend her day chasing Lucy the llama than go out on a date with a man, a man who knows what he wants but is too chicken to go for it, five brothers who think it’s hilarious to watch their brother run scared from a tiny baby, and a whole town of hippies convinced they’re the best matchmakers this side of the Mississippi.

Perfect Bragg is a standalone novel in the Bragg Brothers series.

Genres: Small Town Romance, Friends To Lovers, Marriage Of Convenience, Fake Marriage, Romance

280 pages, Unknown Binding

Published August 24, 2023

About the author

D.E. Haggerty is actually just plain old Dena, but she thinks using initials makes her sound like one of the cool kids. She was born and raised in the U.S. but has spent the majority of her adult life abroad living in cool-sounding places like Istanbul, Heidelberg, and The Hague. She has job hopped from military policewoman to lawyer to B&B owner. She finally jumped off the job hopping bandwagon a few years ago when she decided to turn her addiction to romance novels into a career. If anyone has ideas on how to turn a love of wine into a job, she's all ears.

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Reviews

[Shan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to BookSirens for a free advance review copy, I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Perfect Bragg is a cute and heart-warming romantic comedy set in a small, close-knit town and the tropes include fake marriage and friends to lovers. This is the third book in the Winter Falls series - I haven’t read the first two but each are standalones.

I really enjoyed Harmony and Elder’s story. Harmony is an introverted woman who, because of her past, feels that she is not deserving of love. Elder is a jokester who wears his heart on his sleeve, and doesn’t give up on Harmony in making sure she sees that she is not to blame for her past and she is, in fact, totally deserving of love. I’m so happy she gave in at the end, they make an adorable couple.

I’d love to know where D E Haggerty got some of Elder’s jokes from though - Dad jokes galore but some of these were genuinely funny and added a good bit of comedy.

Overall, the story flowed really well and was a nice, quick read with a good plot. I feel that there could have been a bit more expansion on the plot and build-up to Elder and Harmony finally getting together, but I still liked how their story played out. There were a few spicy scenes although I felt they could have been written a bit better, but I’d probably rate it 🌶️🌶️. I will definitely be looking to read the other books in the series as the characters in the town all connect well and have their own little love stories to tell!

Also, can I just say that I was SO happy when I read that the FMC is 5 foot 8?! This is the first book I’ve read in SO LONG where the FMC is tall, like me, and not a petite 5 foot nothing blonde. Loved this!💁🏼‍♀️

[Jill (readinginpjs) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute, quick read!

⭐️⭐️⭐️✨
🌶️

Harmony gains guardianship of her cousin’s daughter, Robin, completely unexpectedly. In order to keep custody, she agrees to a fake marriage with Elder, her best friend, who she CAN’T EVER HAVE.

Elder is in love with Harmony, and set to prove he’ll be there for her no matter what. She’s scared to lose someone she loves, and trauma from her past has her constantly pushing him away.

This was cute, and similar to other reads from the same author. I actually found it a bit too similar to the first in the series, Bragg’s Truth, which I liked more.

I think I may be getting a little tired of Winter Falls though - since each can be read as a standalone, all the extra back story bits are in there, but I’ve read all the books so it’s a bit much for me.

What you’ll find in Perfect Bragg:
⭐️ Friends to lovers
⭐️ Fake marriage
⭐️ Single guardianship
⭐️ More from everyone in Winterfalls
⭐️ Small town
⭐️ Dual POV/first person

Thank you to author D. E. Haggerty & BookSirens for an advanced copy. All opinions are my own.

[Claudia, Cmarie927 · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was excited to get more time in Winter Falls with these characters, as I am addicted to this carbon neutral town, and all of its quirky inhabitants.

This time around, it was Elder (fraternal twin to Miller) and Harmony. Oh boy! Did she get a surprise!

This surprise sets these two on a journey they never expected, but one that ultimately results in their HEA. If she would just give in to the chemistry and steamy sizzle between them sooner ... but, nooo! She's so stubborn!!
I really enjoyed Elder's personality and protective nature. Harmony has a past that makes her hesitant to connect with people, but her friends (and the entire town) support her so well. I couldn't stop turning pages!

The banter between these characters is written in a way that puts the reader right in the room with them, and makes you feel a part of this storyline.
I absolutely love the Bragg Brothers, and Peace. IYKYK.
I do feel like this can be a stand-alone read, but that (if you haven't already enjoyed the other associated character stories) you'll want to go back, and catch up! Totally worth your time.

I was fortunate to receive a free ARC of this book, and happily leave my review. I cannot wait to see how Brody finds his forever love!!

[D.E.]

I can't wait for you to read this fake marriage, friends to lovers, forced proximity, small town romantic comedy.

Harmony has no interest in love (or so she says) so she pushed Elder into the friendzone faster than Lucy the llama can run, which is pretty dang fast! When a baby gets dumped in her lap, Elder sees his chance. *Snort* As if Harmony is going to make it easy for him.

Happy reading!

And remember - always keep your door locked if you don't want to be French kissed by a donkey!

[MN Book Lady · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wonder if Winter Falls needs a therapist. Though I don’t think it could be anyone from town with all the gossip.

Elder wants a chance with Harmony, but that quickly slips away once he finds out Harmony’s the new guardian of her cousin’s daughter. But he steps up and is there for her, knowing Harmony doesn’t have family to help her. One fake marriage later, and the three of them look like a real family and are making it work. Both Elder and Harmony have things that are holding them back, and it seems Elder is the only one who can work past his issues.

Elder and Harmony get their happy ending in this standalone book in a series.

I wonder if Elder’s fear of being a father came after Miller talked about his past issues with their father, or if he was always hesitant to be a father. He stepped up right away and never seemed to make Harmony feel like it was a burden to be there helping with Robin. I do wonder what other issues lay dormant within the Bragg family with how their dad treated their mom and their brothers, that will come out with the last two brothers.

[Lora · Rating 4 out of 5]

Perfect Bragg is a cute, small town romance that includes a friends to lovers and a fake relationship troupe. The story follows, Elder, one of the five Bragg brothers and Harmony. These are two individuals who don't ever see themselves settling down for the long haul. However, things take a more interesting route when Harmony becomes the guardian to her late cousin's baby . Elder and Harmony are friends, but he doesn't see himself settling down and he doesn't want any children. These two have to battle through each of their past traumas to find an outcome that is in best for everyone.

D.E. Haggerty wrote this incredible story that is funny yet relatable. At times it had me tearing up and my chest tightening at the realness that was within the words I was reading. This was a romance story that showed ups and downs and real struggles that may be seen within a relationship, not just the sunshine and rainbows. I highly recommend this book for anyone that reads romance novels.

I gave this book a 4/5 stars and 1/5 spice level.
In order for this to have been a 5 star read for myself personally, I would have liked to have more spice and a little bit more story. I did read the bonus scene but felt like I wasn't ready for Harmony and Elder's story to be over. I will be reading the rest of the series and cannot wait to continue to read the rest of the Bragg brothers' stories and get to know these characters better as a family unit. Again, I highly recommend this book.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Book Nerdy 2020 · Rating 4 out of 5]

PERFECT BRAGG By D.E. Haggerty

I’ll do anything to keep custody of my cousin’s baby. Even marry the man I want but can never have.
Love and marriage are not for me. Not when it’s my fault I no longer have a family.
If anyone can make me change my mind, it’s Elder Bragg. Those long lean legs, sparkling brown eyes, and that dang dimple on his right cheek are hard to resist.
But resist I must. So, when he asks me out, I push him into the friend-zone faster than Lucy the llama can run.
Everything changes when my cousin dies and I’m granted custody of her baby. The second I look down at Robin I realize I will do anything to protect this baby.
Even marry Elder to keep Robin when her biological dad shows up and demands custody.
Elder thinks our marriage is a chance to start a relationship. Not likely. This marriage is FAKE.

😊What i liked -

✔ Found Family/Fake Marriage/ Forced Proximity/He Falls First/Friends To Lovers/Small Town.
✔ Okay so Lucy was the cutest in this one. She's sassy to the core.
✔ I loved Harmony and Elder together. What a perfect balance of personalities.
✔ As usual the side characters as well as my favourites "Gossip Gals" were fantastic and a force to recon with.
✔ True to the author's previous books, this too was funny, emotional and the right amount of spice.

🤔What could have been better -

✔ Uh I can never ger enough of my Favourite Gals.

📚Who Should read :

👶Beginners
💝Romance Lover
💍Fake Marriage Romance
🏡Small Town Romance

📈My Rating : 4/5

Thank you, D.E. haggerty, for a copy.

[Kelly DeMarco · Rating 5 out of 5]

A baby, a fake husband, her distress, oh my!
Perfect Bragg (Bragg Brothers Book 3) by D. E. Haggerty is a romcom near perfection. This witty, fun and full on entertainment romcom drew me in and had me glued to my device whenever and wherever I could.
Elder and Harmony both have plenty of hang ups and for all Elder's protesting and denials, he is darn near perfect at what he claims he has no business being. Harmony is equally determined to be everything, do everything she can for her cousins baby, including permanent guardianship. She swears she's not worthy of love, but really she is most deserving for the same reasons she feels she has to avoid it at all costs.
I absolutely love Elder's humor, always cracking jokes to lighten the mood and bring a smile to Harmony's face when she needs it most. Corny jokes are certainly not his worst flaw. Like Harmony, Elder feels that his past should rule his future. How wrong they both are! In their case, as with all the matches made in Winter Falls, a little meddling becomes an absolute necessity.
Overall, I have adored every romcom set in Winter Falls. This quirky small town is constant entertainment and overflowing with well-meaning meddling. Elder and Harmony didn't stand a chance. If their hearts wouldn't decide for them, the town certainly would have made it impossible for any other outcome than a HEA.
I read an ARC of this book and voluntarily shared my review.

[TrishAM · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have loved all the Bragg brother stories and this one is no exception.
Harmony Kingsley lives in the carbon neutral, small town of Winter Falls, a town founded many years ago by a group of hippies, a town where everyone knows everyone, a town where the Bragg brothers have settled.
Harmony is attracted to Elder Bragg but she can never get married and have a family, she doesn't deserve it, Elder is attracted to Harmony and although she does everything to thwart him, Elder isn't easily thwarted, he is determined that his charm, wit and good looks will win in the end.
Elders opportunity come when Harmony is left to care for her cousin's baby Robin, Harmony instantly loves Robin and will do anything to keep her, when a threat comes that could take Robin away from her Elder has a solution, he will marry Harmony so that Robin has a stable home, it will only be a marriage of convenience but it will get Elder's foot in the door...............the battle begins.
This book is a smile a minute, Elder chases and Harmony runs but can she run forever ? Elder has a joke for every occasion, sometimes corny but always funny, although if I were married to him I would probably gag him.
Knowing that they are number one on the Gossip Girls matchmaking list it is a no brainer that they will end up together but their journey there makes for a very enjoyable read.
I received a free copy of this book and my review is voluntary.

[JessRReynolds · Rating 5 out of 5]

I always struggle with how to start these reviews without sounding too excited, but this series is one that I honestly can't help but be impatient to read! The world building of Winter Falls is fantastic, and D.E Haggerty has created such a unique setting for her stories. An environmentally friendly, eco-conscious community that is truly inclusive and creates a family out of everyone, is beautiful to read. When one of their own is struggling, the way they rush to help, or smack some sense into someone else, is both charming and hilarious.

In Perfect Bragg, Harmony becomes an instant caregiver to her cousin's child, and Elder- trying to work his way into Harmony's heart, agrees to a fake marriage to establish a stable home. They both have some emotional hang-ups that keep them from admitting their true feelings, and those get you right in the feels, but they show the true depth of the characters, as well as the dedication of the community. There are so many laughs throughout the book, as Elder embraces his dad role and uses his dad jokes wisely! There's even a few Damon appearances that I wasn't expecting! It's just so good!

This is the third book in the Bragg brother's series, and it's helpful if you read them all in order. With all of the characters, it's possible the series could just keep going on for a long time... or maybe that's just my wishful thinking!!

[Helen Causer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 3 in the Bragg Brothers series, set in Winter Falls, and featuring the usual cast of quirky characters.

This is Elder and Harmony’s story, and can be read as a stand-alone, as plenty of back story is provided by the author.

Elder Bragg is part owner of the Naked Falls Brewery along with his twin brother Miller.
He has been in love with Harmony Kingsley from the day he met her, but she is reluctant to get too close to Elder, as she believes she is not worthy of him.

Both Elder and Harmony have secrets they are keeping from each other, but when Harmony’s cousin Amy dies unexpectedly, she finds herself with temporary custody of Amy’s daughter Robin, and Elder steps in to help her, as do her friends.

Not knowing who Robin’s father is, she assume she will obtain full custody of her, but are shocked when Robin’s biological father petitions for full custody, and Elder hatches a plan to make her case stronger.

I love all the Winter Falls stories, and the Bragg Brothers too, so this book kept me well entertained into the night.
I was rooting for Elder and Harmony becoming more than friends from start to finish, but there were a few twists and turns, and doubts and fears being exposed along the way, which had me on tenterhooks!

I received an advance review copy for free, and am leaving this honest review voluntarily.

[Mark taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Perfect Bragg is a small town romcom which uses a friends to lovers romance which uses fake marriage and new baby tropes to be an enjoyable romance novel.

Once again D.E. Haggerty has written a romcom set in the town of WinterFalls which is full of quirky people you would expect, including the gossip girls who enjoy knowing everything that happens as well as matchmaking.

This time they are focused on Harmony who loves animals including her pet llama Elder who are in the friend zone, especially when Harmony's cousin dies shortly after giving birth to Robin.

For me what makes Perfect Bragg work well as a romcom is the way that Haggery’s writing really brings the humanity to the individual characters, with the added advantage that both Harmony and Elder have equal time.

While both characters do go through change in the novel Harmony’s is by far the greater than Elder’s it does not feel that Elder is a much less developed character which is a danger in many romances.

Here is another thing that makes D.E. Haggerty’s romcom novel is different . There are actually funny scenes in the story even if you take out the dad jokes that Elder adds in as part of his personality.

Which makes Perfect Bragg by D.E. Haggerty is an enjoyable read.

[JoAnne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Other than the free prequel, NOT A BRAGG, this is the first book I've read in the series. It took a while to sort through the many characters of the small and close knit hippy town of Winter Falls even though the author says it's a stand alone.

This is Harmony and Elder's story along with newborn baby Robin - her late cousin's daughter. There are so many stories being told central to their "fake" family and relationship, but is that what it really is? Harmony runs hot and cold but Elder is always there to catch her, or is he? Neither one thinks that they would be good in a family or with children due to their pasts.

There are twists and turns to the story as Elder's brothers are woven throughout along with their mom, second mom, half brother, friends and the gossip girls. There are animals galore along with some tears, fear, anger, lots of loving, steamy moments, romance and love. There are heartwarming moments in this small town along with some laugh out loud ones. I loved the names of the businesses but some of the character names were too out there for me although they fit where they lived perfectly. There is closure and a happily ever after that was heartwarming. Ms. Haggerty is a new to me author and I look forward to reading more of her books.

I received an advance review copy for free from BookSirens, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[S Huizenga · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Winter Falls so much and these Bragg boys do not disappoint!

This is Elder and Harmony's story. Harmony is a bit of a loner and works with Juniper at the Wildlife Refuge. Her focus is life is animals because she doesn't think she is worthy of anything more.

Elder is Miller's twin and works at the brewery. He has been "friend zoned" by Harmony despite his best attempts at tearing down her walls. When Harmony's cousin dies suddenly and she becomes guardian of her newborn niece, Elder (and the rest of the town) step in to help.

Elder has his own insecurities that really come to light when baby Robin enter the picture but he manages to step up to support Harmony while she tries to figure out her new normal.

This book includes all of the Bragg brothers and their respective others to date (Brody and Damian are still single for now). Throw in a "fake" marriage (legally binding but Harmony won't call it anything other than fake), custody battle, an overly amorous goat, bad jokes and you have this story!

I received an advance review copy of this book for free and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Deborah Durand · Rating 4 out of 5]

The author did a fine job of insuring our interest in the MC’s and the supporting cast. The premise is that Harmony has to prove that she’s worthy of being a mother to Robyn (her dead cousin’s baby daughter) and Elder offers to marry her so she can achieve that. Harmony stupidly wants a temporary sham marriage. Elder just wants to be more than friends with Harmony. Both MC’s are afraid of being committed for totally different reasons, but the origins were their own parental experiences. Elder will capture readers’ hearts, because it doesn’t take long for him to reevaluate his being capable of being a good father; however, Harmony will get on everyone’s nerves with pushing Elder away. Her reasons for Elder deserving someone better than her are ludicrous. There was too much continual resistance coming from her to enjoy the HEA. Harmony was a drag. I had to push myself towards the end, because I hate not finishing a book when I’m 70% through. The intrusive family and friends’ dialogue and maneuvering the couple helped a lot. I have received an ARC from BookSirens and I am leaving an unbiased review voluntarily.

[Becky Collins · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the third book in the Bragg Brothers series and I absolutely love this series. We are back in Winter Falls to figure out what huge secret Harmony is holding close to her heart. Harmony feels she is not worthy of love, but Elder Bragg is going to prove her wrong.

Harmony’s cousin Amy suddenly dies and leaves her baby Robin in her care. Robin is essentially just dropped in Harmony’s arms. Harmony hadn’t even heard she had died. Harmony will do anything to make sure nobody can take Robin from her. But she finds out that the Father wants custody. The father is a loser big time. Elder was worried about being a father to Robin but he was so good with her even after what she did to his truck! Unfortunately, Harmony will do a fake marriage to Elder just to be able to keep Robin. The shenanigans the Bragg brothers to do one another are hilarious. Gossip gals are the best matchmakers and they are everywhere!

I received this ARC from Booksirens for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Kate · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was looking forward to this story in the Bragg series, and returning to the quirky environmentalist, hippie-founded town of Winter Falls. Elder Bragg (a co-owner of the town’s brewery) has been chasing after Harmony for a while. Harmony works at the Winter Falls’ pet rescue and is emotionally damaged from a childhood trauma. When Harmony is given custody of her only remaining relative’s baby daughter, she finds herself overwhelmed. Elder steps up for her and the baby, despite his own fears of being a parent. This is a romantic relationship story, with some adult heat, character development and the author’s well-written banter. Both Harmony and Elder are supported by their friends and family all along the way to finding their satisfying HEA. This story can be read as a standalone (thanks to having a quick introduction to other recurring characters in the series) but it's still much more enjoyable when the Winter Falls and first two Bragg books are read in order. Very entertaining stories! I received an advance copy for free and am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Noreen Hussain · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love the Bragg brother's series.

This is the third book and Elder Bragg's happily ever after with Harmony.

Elder wants Harmony and won't give up until he gets her to say yes.Harmony doesn't think she deserves Elder or anyone loving her,because of her past.

When she ends up with her cousin's baby and has to fight to keep her,Elder and Harmony get married.

Harmony keeps telling herself their marrige is fake and not to get feelings for Elder.

The attraction between them is impossible to resist and they give into it.Their feelings and bond gets stronger while looking after baby Robin who is just adorable.Add in Harmony's dog's and it is all so cute.

They have a few hiccups along the way to their happily ever after.

A very enjoyable romantic comedy with lots of laughter,emotions,steam,the Bragg brother's,their friends,the gossip gals, and the town of winter falls.

Cannot wait for Brody and Soleil now.

I recieved an advanced review copy of thos book for free amd am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Trish · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the third book in the Bragg Brothers series and is set in the Winter Falls World. You don't have to read the other books but I will say you're missing out on a great series if you don't. I love the unique, quirky citizens of Winter Falls. They never fail to make me laugh out loud. Elder Bragg wants more than friendship with Harmony but she continues to push him away. Harmony believes she doesn't deserve love and is harboring some very major guilt. Her story broke my heart, such guilt for a child to hold on too. Elder never wants children, fearing he'll fail at protecting them the way he couldn't protect his twin from his abusive father. But when Harmony takes custody of her cousins baby, he finds himself married to Harmony and helping her with the everything. Be prepared to laugh at all the craziness that is Winter Falls. Elder and Harmony's story is a steamy, funny, friends to lovers, fake marriage romance. Can't wait to dive into book four. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Lisa Benison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Instant Parenthood, Fake Marriage with Real? Feelings, Custody Battle, in Winter Falls!

There is a lot happening in this book and this one brings out the laughs and all the feels - I laughed, cried and did not put it down. Harmony doesn't feel she deserves love so is convinced she is better with animals than people but that doesn't stop Elder from giving her the full court press. When marrying her will help her custody claim for baby Robin he is all in - and the feelings are not fake for him. Watching him woo her, and fall for baby Robin while working through his own baggage was both entertaining and heartwarming. And having the entire town of Winter Falls (many of whom we have gotten to know well in previous books) convince Harmony that she is indeed worthy of both love and happiness made this my favorite book in the series so far. Enjoy!

I was sent an ARC by the author and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review.

[Suze82 · Rating 5 out of 5]

misconceptions

I loved how the author shone a light on how childhood mistakes can have an effect on our whole lives. Nobody is perfect, me all make mistakes unvoluntarily and as children we are still learning, but when we put the blame on ourselves, fear and guilt can make us deny claiming wonderful things. Poor Harmony thinks she is an awful person, how can she believe there are people out there who love her just the way she is? Elder believes he didn´t support his brother when he needed him and fears he will be a coward again when loved ones need him to stand by their side. As usual, they have a boundles group of unwanted, interfering brothers, girlfriends, family members not to forget the whole town of Winter Falls to make things right. So this book is a perfect combination of a serious topic and the usual entertaining shenanigans.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Joyce · Rating 5 out of 5]

Because Harmony feels it was her fault that everyone in her family died in an accident but her, she doesn’t want to ever get married as everyone she loves leaves her. Now her cousin has passed away leaving her infant daughter Robin to Harmony to raise in her will. Of course, there was instant love for this tiny baby so when the father wants custody, she is afraid she will lose her. Elder is determined that won’t happen and offers her the option to fake marry him making it a family with a more stable environment. He also has issues with something that happened in his past than makes him not want to have any children but will this sweet baby girl change his mind. Of course, this story wouldn’t be complete without the gossip girls and to add more humor to the story we have Lucy the Llama who loves watermelon and usually does what she is told to get it. The key work is usually.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 Stars
This is the third book and I had a feeling Elder was going to be my favorite Bragg brother. This book proved that right. My heart went out to Harmony because her backstory pulls on the heartstrings and she gets some sad news to make it even more difficult. She has the town and Elder in her corner. She's going to need all the support has she steps into the new chapter life has thrown her way. Elder with little Robin just melted my heart. I can't believe he wouldn't be a good dad because he proves he would be an excellent one through out this book. Robin's first truck ride with Harmony and Elder is quite memorable and funny. I loved the animals with such strong personalities. They brought so much fun to this book. I mean you can't go wrong with a book set in Winter Falls. The Gossip Gals are up to their matchmaker ways. This is my favorite book so far. I really loved Elder. Prime book boyfriend material.

[books.tea.happy · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC Review

Advance copy provided via Book Sirens. I happily give my honest opinion.

Harmony and Elder have been friends for a while, but Elder wants more. When Harmony is given custody of her cousin’s daughter after her death Elder is there for her every step of the way. Harmony’s past has made her think relationships are not for her and Elder’s recent discovery of some family issues has made him hold back a little. They both agree to a fake marriage to help Harmony’s case to keep Robin who they have both fallen in love with. Elder decides to make the most of the time he has with them both but soon realizes he wants the marriage to be real. Harmony lets her fear get in their way, but luckily Elder doesn’t give up and they get the HEA we hope for. This is a fun, sweet read with a nice bit of heat.

[Sara · Rating 3 out of 5]

The premise sounded entertaining and cute, but unfortunately this just book just wasn’t for me.

I’m not into cheesy rom-coms and this one has plenty of cheese, too much in my opinion. A good portion of the book is filled with over the top antics, the threat of pranks, noisy family and friends, and a gaggle of gossipy matchmakers. Other readers may find this funny and entertaining, but I just found it quickly got old.

The two main characters spend much of the book arguing over the fakeness of their legal wedding. They may have agreed to get married to improve the chances Harmony won the custody battle with baby Robin’s biological father, but they end up with a ‘friends with benefits’ arrangement after they are already married.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[ElizabethLynnReads · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was excited to read this book. I have read the other two in this series, so I was ready for Elder and Harmony’s story. I have enjoyed the world of Winter Falls and all of its characters.
This story brings together Harmony and Elder in a fake marriage to create a stable home for Harmony’s cousin’s child. These two characters both have their emotional baggage, but coming together is nothing short of emotional yet heartwarming and fun. I wasn’t ready for this story to end.

This can be read as a standalone, but I think reading the other two just builds all the feels in the series. I did receive and advanced copy of this book and I leave this non-spoiler review voluntarily.

What to Expect:
Small Town Romance
Fake Romance
Friends to Lovers
Romantic Comedy
Happily Ever After
A Family Series

[Tracey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Harmony Kingsley and Elder Bragg are good friends, but Elder would like to be more than friends. Harmony doesn’t think she’s good enough for Elder so she keeps him at arm’s length. Her cousin passes suddenly and leaves her baby to Harmony. Elder steps in to help Harmony with Robin but he doesn’t think he would be a good father and didn’t count on children. They both have to work on themselves in order to find their HEA. The community of Winter Falls is back and as full of fun as previous books. There is a villain in this storyline but it focuses more on the relationship between Harmony and Elder. This isn’t my favourite Bragg brothers book, but it is a good read. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Kris · Rating 4 out of 5]

MMC/FMC: Elder and Harmony

Tropes:
* Small town romance
* Friends to lovers
* Fake relationship
* Introverted FMC
* He falls first (and hard)

There’s definitely something in the water in Winter Falls…
A complex read with some seriously emotional aspects offset with humour. Plenty of small-town shenanigans, interference from their families, and a newborn that tips their world on its axis.
A little angsty at times with a custody battle, hidden fears and doubts, and misunderstandings.

Only one issue with the books, and this seems to be a bit common with this author. I like revisiting other couples and people from earlier books, but occasionally, it can get a little too busy with so many people involved.

Overall, a sweet read with steamy moments, and an enjoyable escape from reality.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Angela · Rating 5 out of 5]

Harmony just got the surprise of her life when a baby is dropped off in her care. Her cousin's child has no one except Harmony. Her good friend Elder steps up (as does the whole town of Winter Falls) to help with baby Robin. Harmony and Elder both have their own demons to get over, but they both secretly (or not so secretly) are interested in each other and when Robin's dad jumps in the picture to claim custody, Elder does what he needs to and marries Harmony to help create a stable, loving family, but it's a fake marriage… right?

Oh the Bragg Brothers. Each one builds on and they are just so fun. I love jokester Elder and how he pursues Harmony. Can't wait for the next brother. I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily providing my review.

[Lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

Winter Falls has my heart.

Not that this is a surprise for fans of this series that Haggerty is one of the best writers for small town romances, and this story is no exception.

Harmony is a young woman haunted by the past and Elder is the goofy brewery owner that wants her heart. Enter baby Robin. When Harmony becomes the sole guardian of her cousins baby, everything she’s ever feared is pushed aside to take care of Robin. Everything except willing to fall in love.

After a fake marriage, a baby and a whole lot of spice, is Harmony open to the a relationship with the man she’s been crushing on, or will Elder’s own issues push her further away.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.