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Trick or Truce
Elena
When my candy bowl gets stolen by a mischievous teenager on Halloween, I march across the street to confront the girl’s father. Since the bowl is a memento from my family, I expect him to apologize and make his daughter give it back. No harm, no foul.
Not only does the gorgeous single dad—who I’ve enjoyed watching mow his lawn without a shirt more times than I’d like to admit—deny the whole thing and take his daughter’s side, but he is extremely rude to me.
I should let it go and cut my losses. But something about his self-righteous attitude strikes a nerve. So, I steal something from him to get even.
And end up starting a war.
Grant
I’m too old to be pulling pranks on my neighbor. But when I see the smile it brings to my daughter’s face, I’ll do anything to keep her from reverting back to slamming her bedroom door and yelling that I don’t understand her.
Being a single parent is hard, and being a father to a hormonal teenage girl is something else entirely. It has always been just the two of us, but I’m starting to realize that I might not be enough to help her as she turns into a young woman.
Which is why I call a truce with the beautiful blonde across the street and allow her to tutor my daughter instead. I’m not prepared for the bond they create, and I’m definitely not prepared for the way my body reacts whenever she’s around.
Somehow, my enemy just turned into so much more...
When my candy bowl gets stolen by a mischievous teenager on Halloween, I march across the street to confront the girl’s father. Since the bowl is a memento from my family, I expect him to apologize and make his daughter give it back. No harm, no foul.
Not only does the gorgeous single dad—who I’ve enjoyed watching mow his lawn without a shirt more times than I’d like to admit—deny the whole thing and take his daughter’s side, but he is extremely rude to me.
I should let it go and cut my losses. But something about his self-righteous attitude strikes a nerve. So, I steal something from him to get even.
And end up starting a war.
Grant
I’m too old to be pulling pranks on my neighbor. But when I see the smile it brings to my daughter’s face, I’ll do anything to keep her from reverting back to slamming her bedroom door and yelling that I don’t understand her.
Being a single parent is hard, and being a father to a hormonal teenage girl is something else entirely. It has always been just the two of us, but I’m starting to realize that I might not be enough to help her as she turns into a young woman.
Which is why I call a truce with the beautiful blonde across the street and allow her to tutor my daughter instead. I’m not prepared for the bond they create, and I’m definitely not prepared for the way my body reacts whenever she’s around.
Somehow, my enemy just turned into so much more...
186 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 27, 2023
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Kristen Granata
19 books2,992 followersKristen Granata is a bestselling romance author known for writing inspirational, emotional stories with realistic characters who struggle through the darkest parts of life and come out stronger on the other side.
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Kristen openly shares her mental health struggles with depression and anxiety. Her message is a beacon of hope to anyone who is suffering: You are not alone. She delicately weaves this theme into her writing, and demonstrates the ability of love to heal after tragedy.
When she's not teaching or writing, Kristen is reading, tripping over something, indulging in her messy love affair with popcorn, and annoying her wife and step-daughters by incessantly singing along to The Greatest Showman soundtrack.
Kristen was born in Brooklyn, New York. She currently lives in New Jersey with her wife & her two step-daughters.
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Kristen openly shares her mental health struggles with depression and anxiety. Her message is a beacon of hope to anyone who is suffering: You are not alone. She delicately weaves this theme into her writing, and demonstrates the ability of love to heal after tragedy.
When she's not teaching or writing, Kristen is reading, tripping over something, indulging in her messy love affair with popcorn, and annoying her wife and step-daughters by incessantly singing along to The Greatest Showman soundtrack.
Kristen was born in Brooklyn, New York. She currently lives in New Jersey with her wife & her two step-daughters.
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November 7, 2024
It’s all my fault. I was warned, I even read some reviews that says the MMC is a grown ass emotionally stunted manchild, but still I read this. So everything is all my fault for reading this.
The last straw was the sort of third act breakup since they were not together together but MMC pushed FMC away because he thinks he’s too old, he doesn’t want to have children anymore, thinks the FMC deserved someone her own age, just another weakass beta writing of an age gap where authors think younger women can’t think for themselves.
The last straw was the sort of third act breakup since they were not together together but MMC pushed FMC away because he thinks he’s too old, he doesn’t want to have children anymore, thinks the FMC deserved someone her own age, just another weakass beta writing of an age gap where authors think younger women can’t think for themselves.
December 3, 2023
single dad, next door neighbors THIS BOOK WAS SO GOOD I AM OBSESSED 😭🤍
October 22, 2023
This is definitely a shorter read, but I loved every minute of it. For reference, I really very fast, so I read this in less than 2 hours. The story didn’t feel rushed or cut short. I actually found myself wanting more chapters nearing the end, but I really enjoyed the 2 years of epilogue at the end. In my experience, there’s normally only one.
This entire novel was so well executed and well thought out. All the characters were likeable and I never once thought “wow, this character is exceptionally annoying.” I loved all the characters. The way the author delicately talks about the triggers was so heart warming and I found myself getting emotional for Elena. The fact that the author gave Noah a voice was so refreshing and she truly felt a main part of the entire book. Grant was amazing and didn’t make me think, “I’m rolling my eyes so hard at this main character my eyes actually hurt.”
I just loved this book so much. If you’re coming here from Tiktok, read it. It’s everything that every TikTok I saw made it seem. There’s a reason this has such good ratings.
This entire novel was so well executed and well thought out. All the characters were likeable and I never once thought “wow, this character is exceptionally annoying.” I loved all the characters. The way the author delicately talks about the triggers was so heart warming and I found myself getting emotional for Elena. The fact that the author gave Noah a voice was so refreshing and she truly felt a main part of the entire book. Grant was amazing and didn’t make me think, “I’m rolling my eyes so hard at this main character my eyes actually hurt.”
I just loved this book so much. If you’re coming here from Tiktok, read it. It’s everything that every TikTok I saw made it seem. There’s a reason this has such good ratings.
October 27, 2023
Liked it, but sometimes a bit juvenile. The whole pranking in the beginning was a little over the top. It had funny moments though. A sweet romance, a few sexy scenes, but overall more about family. Not much drama. An easy festive read.
Safety:
Safe. Hero not a manwhore. Celibate for a long time. Single dad but no OW in the picture. Heroine cheated on by her ex-husband. No OW/OM drama. No cheating. No sex with OP.
Triggers:
Drug addiction, Alzheimers and infertility.
Safety:
Safe. Hero not a manwhore. Celibate for a long time. Single dad but no OW in the picture. Heroine cheated on by her ex-husband. No OW/OM drama. No cheating. No sex with OP.
Triggers:
Drug addiction, Alzheimers and infertility.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 29, 2023
DNF at 51%. Mainly because the MMC is not a very good dad and still everyone acts like he is. I liked the beggining very much, but couldn't keep reading the "oh no I can't have babies, how incomplete I am" and the "oh I know I mess up sometimes but I'm actually such a good dad" - he isn't. He is just a man-child, really.
September 2, 2023
Tropes:
Grumpy-Sunshine
Age-gap
Enemies to lovers
Single dad
Neighbors
TW: Infertility
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
🌶️🌶️
“She came into my life the way a tornado does, spawning out of nowhere and throwing everything upside-down.”
Elena, a divorced teacher, was handing out candy on Halloween night when she discovered that some girls had swiped her cherished candy bowl. Determined to get it back, she chased after them but ultimately lost them.
To her surprise, one of the girls turned out to be her neighbor's daughter. When she confronted Grant, he was rather rude, sparking the beginning of a prank war between them.
One day, when Noah, Grant's daughter, lost their dog, Elena stepped in to help. This act of kindness became the truce that led to her tutoring Noah and spending more time with Grant.
Their attraction grew stronger, but Grant was hesitant to acknowledge it as his main focus was always Noah. However, one night, they crossed the line, and their true feelings emerged.
Grant, known for his grumpy demeanor, found happiness with Elena, who helped him become a better man.
Despite Elena's inability to have children of her own, she cherished and loved Noah as if she were her own.
Their story began with humor but evolved into a compelling plot. It was a delightful, quick read, and I fell in love with the characters, especially the mature and lovable Noah.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, my first by Kristen Granata, and I can't wait to dive into more of her work. If you're in search of a quick, enjoyable read, give this book a try
Grumpy-Sunshine
Age-gap
Enemies to lovers
Single dad
Neighbors
TW: Infertility
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
🌶️🌶️
“She came into my life the way a tornado does, spawning out of nowhere and throwing everything upside-down.”
Elena, a divorced teacher, was handing out candy on Halloween night when she discovered that some girls had swiped her cherished candy bowl. Determined to get it back, she chased after them but ultimately lost them.
To her surprise, one of the girls turned out to be her neighbor's daughter. When she confronted Grant, he was rather rude, sparking the beginning of a prank war between them.
One day, when Noah, Grant's daughter, lost their dog, Elena stepped in to help. This act of kindness became the truce that led to her tutoring Noah and spending more time with Grant.
Their attraction grew stronger, but Grant was hesitant to acknowledge it as his main focus was always Noah. However, one night, they crossed the line, and their true feelings emerged.
Grant, known for his grumpy demeanor, found happiness with Elena, who helped him become a better man.
Despite Elena's inability to have children of her own, she cherished and loved Noah as if she were her own.
Their story began with humor but evolved into a compelling plot. It was a delightful, quick read, and I fell in love with the characters, especially the mature and lovable Noah.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, my first by Kristen Granata, and I can't wait to dive into more of her work. If you're in search of a quick, enjoyable read, give this book a try
September 14, 2023
chicas menos mal que era corto porque yo no iba a aguantar esto por mucho tiempo más👹👹 tiktok nunca deja de sorprenderme.
es un libro completamente carente de trama. los conflictos son bastante decepcionantes y molestos. es que prefiero una patada en el orto antes de leer otro libro con el trope de “te quiero pero no podemos estar juntos por ningún motivo real”☠️. es tan absurdo que es ofensivo. además, tiene un intento de plot twist que no me la podía sudar más. literalmente lo he leído y me he quedado inexpresiva😑
los personajes son más planos que una tabla de planchar, es que no me podrían importar menos. es grumyxsunshine y literalmente que no tienen nada más de personalidad. tienen la misma profundidad que una piscina hinchable. que la única motivación de ella sea ser madre me ha tenido simplemente asustada. es que no tenia ni un hobbie que no fuera pasar rato con el hombre este. bueno, y encima tenían una química inexistente la verdad, y aún así son extremadamente pastelosos. se decían unas cosas que no sé ni como he podido esquivar la diabetes tipo 2 después de esos subidones de azúcar. era vergonzoso de leer.
y ya si me pongo a hablar de las escenas de sexo☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️. no, es que no. literalmente que las estaba leyendo y me imaginaba unas escenas que solo puedo describir como rocambolesca👅. honestamente, yo me meaba de la risa mientras las leía porque en mi cabeza sonaba algo del estilo a la cumbia del pp. es que no me lo podía tomar en serio.
no sé si han conseguido enternecer mi frío corazón pero casi me hacen llorar, pero de la risa de la verdad🤠
es un libro completamente carente de trama. los conflictos son bastante decepcionantes y molestos. es que prefiero una patada en el orto antes de leer otro libro con el trope de “te quiero pero no podemos estar juntos por ningún motivo real”☠️. es tan absurdo que es ofensivo. además, tiene un intento de plot twist que no me la podía sudar más. literalmente lo he leído y me he quedado inexpresiva😑
los personajes son más planos que una tabla de planchar, es que no me podrían importar menos. es grumyxsunshine y literalmente que no tienen nada más de personalidad. tienen la misma profundidad que una piscina hinchable. que la única motivación de ella sea ser madre me ha tenido simplemente asustada. es que no tenia ni un hobbie que no fuera pasar rato con el hombre este. bueno, y encima tenían una química inexistente la verdad, y aún así son extremadamente pastelosos. se decían unas cosas que no sé ni como he podido esquivar la diabetes tipo 2 después de esos subidones de azúcar. era vergonzoso de leer.
y ya si me pongo a hablar de las escenas de sexo☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️. no, es que no. literalmente que las estaba leyendo y me imaginaba unas escenas que solo puedo describir como rocambolesca👅. honestamente, yo me meaba de la risa mientras las leía porque en mi cabeza sonaba algo del estilo a la cumbia del pp. es que no me lo podía tomar en serio.
no sé si han conseguido enternecer mi frío corazón pero casi me hacen llorar, pero de la risa de la verdad🤠
August 20, 2024
one thing that will always get me is the single parent trope. It's so beautiful, just like this book.
Trick or truce is a cute, heartwarming,short read about a grumpy single dad and his neighbour.
Grant, Noah and Elena were so much fun to read.
it was ✨️ very demure, very cutesy ✨️. It wasn't doing to much
( sorry I'm chronically online )
Trick or truce is a cute, heartwarming,short read about a grumpy single dad and his neighbour.
Grant, Noah and Elena were so much fun to read.
it was ✨️ very demure, very cutesy ✨️. It wasn't doing to much
( sorry I'm chronically online )
June 27, 2025
Erg kort, maar wel een leuk verhaal
December 6, 2023
“He might just want to eat the little gnome.”
4.5✨
🎃OH MY GOSH - what a fun read! This was the perfect book to read for a more fun and playful creepy month. It starts on Halloween night when Elena’s candy bowl is stolen (fun fact: this is based on a true story from Kristen) and the story takes off from there👀
🎃I liked seeing Grant’s struggles and growth in this book as a single dad. He really had to overcome some obstacles with his daughter and it was so heartwarming!
🎃This novel felt like the perfect length and story pace - I don’t think that the novel felt rushed or cut any corners - it wrapped up beautifully!
🎃By the end of this book, I was SWOONING! It wrapped up so beautifully and I loved every second of it!
🎃 If you want more context to that quote, I starved with, you’re gonna have to read it and let me tell you 🥵😮💨😏
🎃Tropes: Grumpy x Sunshine, Age Gap, Enemies-to-Lovers, Single Dad
4.5✨
🎃OH MY GOSH - what a fun read! This was the perfect book to read for a more fun and playful creepy month. It starts on Halloween night when Elena’s candy bowl is stolen (fun fact: this is based on a true story from Kristen) and the story takes off from there👀
🎃I liked seeing Grant’s struggles and growth in this book as a single dad. He really had to overcome some obstacles with his daughter and it was so heartwarming!
🎃This novel felt like the perfect length and story pace - I don’t think that the novel felt rushed or cut any corners - it wrapped up beautifully!
🎃By the end of this book, I was SWOONING! It wrapped up so beautifully and I loved every second of it!
🎃 If you want more context to that quote, I starved with, you’re gonna have to read it and let me tell you 🥵😮💨😏
🎃Tropes: Grumpy x Sunshine, Age Gap, Enemies-to-Lovers, Single Dad
October 1, 2024
read this purely off of a tiktok quote. will probably forget about it next week
October 14, 2023
devoured this book in literally 4 hours
August 31, 2023
I really really enjoyed this.
Elena and Grant really grew together working out their own personal issues while also learning how to communicate and be in a relationship.
I loved that despite everything that happened between Elena and Grant, Elena never stopped showing up for Noah.
Noah was written really well as an angsty teen without being over the top.
The ending was honestly perfect. I loved their happily ever after and that included Elena’s mother and Noah, not just her relationship with Grant.
There may have been a tear shed, but in a good way.
Elena and Grant really grew together working out their own personal issues while also learning how to communicate and be in a relationship.
I loved that despite everything that happened between Elena and Grant, Elena never stopped showing up for Noah.
Noah was written really well as an angsty teen without being over the top.
The ending was honestly perfect. I loved their happily ever after and that included Elena’s mother and Noah, not just her relationship with Grant.
There may have been a tear shed, but in a good way.
October 16, 2023
3.8 ⭐️
November 3, 2023
a cute slow burn
This was a really quick easy read. It was very sweet. I felt like the conflict in the middle of the book with the ex-husband could’ve been played out a little bit more. It felt very anti-climactic. It was really played up that it felt like something was gonna happen with the conflict but nothing ever came of. It would definitely recommend this if you’re looking for a quick little palate cleanser. This is definitely a one chili pepper for spice. Very simple very easy to get into if you don’t love a ton of spicy things.
This was a really quick easy read. It was very sweet. I felt like the conflict in the middle of the book with the ex-husband could’ve been played out a little bit more. It felt very anti-climactic. It was really played up that it felt like something was gonna happen with the conflict but nothing ever came of. It would definitely recommend this if you’re looking for a quick little palate cleanser. This is definitely a one chili pepper for spice. Very simple very easy to get into if you don’t love a ton of spicy things.
September 5, 2023
I eat this shit up every time. Grumpy x Sunshine and found family aaahh so good.
September 27, 2023
I love a good one off romance book.
October 1, 2023
This was so sweet!
March 13, 2024
Rating - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice - 🌶🌶
Trope - single dad, grumpy × sunshine, enemies to lovers, age gap, neighbors, infertility, found family, acute slow burn
Bonus chapter - 0
This is a cute short story revolving around two neighbors Elena and Grant. Elena recently divorced her cheating husband and lives across the street from Grant who has a teenage notorious daughter. Grant's daughter stole Elena's candy bowl on Halloween, and when she thought the best way to get it back was to complain to the single dad, he denied the claim and was rude to her.
Grant and Elena's story was gradual, it was evident they were attracted to each other, however, Grant was afraid to divert his attention from Noah and wanted a girl who was thirteen years younger than him. The way they addressed their feelings in the end, was the highlight because obviously "communication is the key".
It had a good plotline for a novella. The drama and chapters didn't feel rushed. I liked how the triggers were perfectly and carefully handled by the author and given equal importance to the rest of the story.
Grant was all grumpy in the beginning but the way he became all smiley and happy around Elena said a lot about a man who was forced to mature to take care of his child. I love how Elena taught him how to communicate his feelings and helped him have a better relationship with his daughter.
Noah's bond with Elena was pure, and I loved how Elena was the mother Noah never had. She not just loved that kid, she took care of her and supported her when she needed her the most. Her inability to procreate didn't stop her from being a good mom 'figure' to Noah.
The epilogue and two-ahead storylines were just beautiful. Predictable but beautiful. It was wrapped perfectly.
This book was woven flawlessly, it was emotional and had all the angst. However, I wished the couple themselves had time to communicate their past rather than hear it from Noah.
I enjoyed reading it.
Overall 4/5
Spice - 🌶🌶
Trope - single dad, grumpy × sunshine, enemies to lovers, age gap, neighbors, infertility, found family, acute slow burn
Bonus chapter - 0
This is a cute short story revolving around two neighbors Elena and Grant. Elena recently divorced her cheating husband and lives across the street from Grant who has a teenage notorious daughter. Grant's daughter stole Elena's candy bowl on Halloween, and when she thought the best way to get it back was to complain to the single dad, he denied the claim and was rude to her.
Grant and Elena's story was gradual, it was evident they were attracted to each other, however, Grant was afraid to divert his attention from Noah and wanted a girl who was thirteen years younger than him. The way they addressed their feelings in the end, was the highlight because obviously "communication is the key".
It had a good plotline for a novella. The drama and chapters didn't feel rushed. I liked how the triggers were perfectly and carefully handled by the author and given equal importance to the rest of the story.
Grant was all grumpy in the beginning but the way he became all smiley and happy around Elena said a lot about a man who was forced to mature to take care of his child. I love how Elena taught him how to communicate his feelings and helped him have a better relationship with his daughter.
Noah's bond with Elena was pure, and I loved how Elena was the mother Noah never had. She not just loved that kid, she took care of her and supported her when she needed her the most. Her inability to procreate didn't stop her from being a good mom 'figure' to Noah.
The epilogue and two-ahead storylines were just beautiful. Predictable but beautiful. It was wrapped perfectly.
This book was woven flawlessly, it was emotional and had all the angst. However, I wished the couple themselves had time to communicate their past rather than hear it from Noah.
I enjoyed reading it.
Overall 4/5
September 30, 2024
This book made me cry so many times in the second half of the book😭😭. I went into it knowing it was a single dad romance, THATS IT. So tell me why this book made me so emotional?? (I finished it at 2 AM and was playing sad songs while reading the emotional scenes).
It’s so sweet, quite literally the epitome of found family. The bond between his daughter and the fmc is so sweet. Also, the mmc sacrificing everything for his kid was so sad but so real. I wish we got a bit more of his protective side but this book was so good.
!!! MINOR SPOILERS AHEAD!!!
This man literally visited the fmc’s mother who has alzheimer’s and called ahead to make sure she was having a good day, to ask for her blessing to propose (i cried) and then in the epilogue his daughter asks the fmc to legally adopt her (i cried again) and since the fmc can’t have kids and the daughter was abandoned by her mother it was such a 😕😕😕 moment
It’s so sweet, quite literally the epitome of found family. The bond between his daughter and the fmc is so sweet. Also, the mmc sacrificing everything for his kid was so sad but so real. I wish we got a bit more of his protective side but this book was so good.
!!! MINOR SPOILERS AHEAD!!!
This man literally visited the fmc’s mother who has alzheimer’s and called ahead to make sure she was having a good day, to ask for her blessing to propose (i cried) and then in the epilogue his daughter asks the fmc to legally adopt her (i cried again) and since the fmc can’t have kids and the daughter was abandoned by her mother it was such a 😕😕😕 moment
July 17, 2024
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4.5 stars. I’m an idiot for not reading this book sooner.
The plot - This is a grumpy X sunshine, age gap, single dad romance. With a bit of found family, we live across the street neighbours, and a couple of light triggers so CHECK YA FUCKIN TRIGGERS PEOPLE. Smut was 2/5 on the spice scale. It’s a HEA, unsure of whether it’s in a series or not.
This one was SO sweet. It’s been downloaded onto my Kindle for FOREVER. I cannot believe I didn’t read this sooner itms great! The conversations around infertility, and addiction, and clear communication lines with children were SO beneficial and spot on.
The MC - Elena is our teacher FMC, she’s fiery and she’s guarding her heart, and who can blame her? Is she a lil naive? Yes. But for the plot and I can forgive that when she quickly comes to her senses.
The male counterpart - Grant is our grumpy MMC, who is ALSO guarding his heart. He doesn’t listen, but luckily he’s got 2 strong women to teach him the error of his ways.
4.5 stars. I’m an idiot for not reading this book sooner.
The plot - This is a grumpy X sunshine, age gap, single dad romance. With a bit of found family, we live across the street neighbours, and a couple of light triggers so CHECK YA FUCKIN TRIGGERS PEOPLE. Smut was 2/5 on the spice scale. It’s a HEA, unsure of whether it’s in a series or not.
This one was SO sweet. It’s been downloaded onto my Kindle for FOREVER. I cannot believe I didn’t read this sooner itms great! The conversations around infertility, and addiction, and clear communication lines with children were SO beneficial and spot on.
The MC - Elena is our teacher FMC, she’s fiery and she’s guarding her heart, and who can blame her? Is she a lil naive? Yes. But for the plot and I can forgive that when she quickly comes to her senses.
The male counterpart - Grant is our grumpy MMC, who is ALSO guarding his heart. He doesn’t listen, but luckily he’s got 2 strong women to teach him the error of his ways.
October 29, 2024
Wow, Kristen just has a way with words and creates the most beautiful and thought provoking romances. She writes stories with hard hitting topics and doesn't shy away from the hard parts of life and how family units and support can turn a life around. I thoroughly enjoyed this read, it was a fast paced single dad, neighbour romance. There were a few little pockets of spice but the main plot was just so moving.
This is my second book from Kristen and she hasn't failed to choke me up yet. Highly recommend!
This is my second book from Kristen and she hasn't failed to choke me up yet. Highly recommend!
November 2, 2024
4.5⭐️ one thing about Kristen Granata is she’s going to write banter that makes me laugh out loud.. and also rip my heart in two, then put it back together.
The meet cute was hilarious, the prank wars were so fun, and the teenage angst was so real 😂.
If you love a single dad, next door neighbor romance you’ll enjoy this novella. Prepare yourself to be smacked in the daddy issues, the mommy issues, and the abandonment issues 🥲.
The meet cute was hilarious, the prank wars were so fun, and the teenage angst was so real 😂.
If you love a single dad, next door neighbor romance you’ll enjoy this novella. Prepare yourself to be smacked in the daddy issues, the mommy issues, and the abandonment issues 🥲.
January 5, 2024
eeeeeeee this book was so damn good. it started off with noah stealing sum candy & ended up w grant n elena in love🤭
grant is jus a single dad doing the best he can to raise his 14 year old daughter. & elena is a woman fresh out of a divorce.
the way i was giggling during this. the instant attraction between these 2 was electric. it was so cute seeing the way tht grant opened up. they had everything, banter, sexual tension, love n happiness n honestly i was so happy it ended well 4 them!!
if ur looking 4 a cute short novella featuring a grumpy single dad this is one 4 u, highly recommend!!🤩
- a single dad romance
- grumpy x sunshine
- enemies to lovers
- neighbours to lovers
- a MF romance
rating: 4.5/5⭐️
spice: 2/5🌶
grant is jus a single dad doing the best he can to raise his 14 year old daughter. & elena is a woman fresh out of a divorce.
the way i was giggling during this. the instant attraction between these 2 was electric. it was so cute seeing the way tht grant opened up. they had everything, banter, sexual tension, love n happiness n honestly i was so happy it ended well 4 them!!
if ur looking 4 a cute short novella featuring a grumpy single dad this is one 4 u, highly recommend!!🤩
- a single dad romance
- grumpy x sunshine
- enemies to lovers
- neighbours to lovers
- a MF romance
rating: 4.5/5⭐️
spice: 2/5🌶
October 7, 2024
wonderfully poignant story
This book was so poignant and wonderful! I loved these characters and their creative (inspired by real-life) meet cute. It’s a refreshing take on the single dad trope and it was beautifully executed.
This book was so poignant and wonderful! I loved these characters and their creative (inspired by real-life) meet cute. It’s a refreshing take on the single dad trope and it was beautifully executed.
October 27, 2025
This was an enjoyable little Halloween read. I liked the overall story and the characters/relationships were good, but I did think that the mom plotline was a bit much and their inner monologues were repetitive/sounded like a bunch of excuses.
November 2, 2023
i read this purely because i read ONE quote from it and tell me why i demolished it in two and a half hours ??? SO CUTE, I LOVED IT
November 30, 2023
Such a cute read 🫶🫶💟💟💟
December 2, 2023
Not as much smut as expected but a cute story and an easy read
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