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Meet Me in Ivy Falls
Torran Wright needs to catch a break. Her contracting business is crumbling, and her hopes of getting her own HGTV-style show are gone after a freak accident on set turned her into the latest viral video breaking the internet. To salvage her life, and her reputation, Torran sets her sights on restoring one of her small town’s beloved historic homes. She’s sure the place is hers until her old high school boyfriend appears after a ten-year disappearing act and bids the house out from under her.
Beck Townsend’s plan is simple: return to Ivy Falls and put old memories to rest. He never expects to find his childhood sweetheart bidding on a property that’s the last link to his past. Beck, who’s no Mr. Fix-It, is sure he can easily fix the home. When he surveys the house and has a disastrous accident, Torran comes to his rescue. Beck begs for her help knowing that without her skills the house will stay a rundown mess just like him.
Swallowing nails feels like a better option than working with Beck, but with her future on shaky ground, and that undeniable zap of chemistry still burning between them, Torran reluctantly agrees. What starts as a partnership turns into something more. But as long-buried feelings and secrets resurface, they learn it’ll take more than a coat of paint to fix a past that changed both their lives forever.
Beck Townsend’s plan is simple: return to Ivy Falls and put old memories to rest. He never expects to find his childhood sweetheart bidding on a property that’s the last link to his past. Beck, who’s no Mr. Fix-It, is sure he can easily fix the home. When he surveys the house and has a disastrous accident, Torran comes to his rescue. Beck begs for her help knowing that without her skills the house will stay a rundown mess just like him.
Swallowing nails feels like a better option than working with Beck, but with her future on shaky ground, and that undeniable zap of chemistry still burning between them, Torran reluctantly agrees. What starts as a partnership turns into something more. But as long-buried feelings and secrets resurface, they learn it’ll take more than a coat of paint to fix a past that changed both their lives forever.
302 pages, Paperback
Published June 25, 2024
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Amy True
7 books26 followersAmy True, also writing as Amy Trueblood (https://www.goodreads.com/atg5), is a celebrated and award-winning author whose work has primarily focused on young adult historical fiction. Meet Me in Ivy Falls is where she brings her formidable writing talents to the adult contemporary romance market.
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September 1, 2024
3.5⭐
Genre ~ contemporary romance
Setting ~ Tennessee
Publication date ~ July 4, 2024
Est Page Count ~ 343 (49 chapters)
POV ~ dual 1st
Featuring ~ titled chapters, home renovations, small town, high school sweethearts, slow burn, second chance, minimal steamage, family drama, mentions of loss of parent to cancer and to a freak accident
Torran & Beck (love the unusual names)
Torran and her business partner, Manny, have a home renovation business that focuses on restoring the legacy of old homes. She has her eye on a home on Huckleberry Lane and is super mad when she's outbid at the auction. The anger rises when she learns the man who bought it is the one that broke her teenage heart 10 years ago, Beck.
Beck wasn't planning on buying his childhood home, but gets swept up in the thought that bringing his sister, Piper, back to Ivy Falls will help her struggles with alcohol and drug addiction. Beck feels responsible for his parents untimely death and has made it his mission to over~protectively take care of his 24 year old sister. While I can appreciate how he felt Piper was his responsibility, I just feel like that took up too much of the story and took away from him and Torran finding their way back to each other seamlessly.
Torran has a wonderful relationship with her sister, Tessa, her 2 nieces, and business partner, Manny, but a rocky one with her father. While she's a very successful businesswoman, she does come off as immature and stuck in the past at times. I wish she would've gotten out of the tunnel a lot sooner than she did. Beck was frustrating to me, as well. Don't even get me started on the 3rd act break up.
Overall, as far as second chances goes this one fits the bill. I enjoyed the introduction of the small town of Ivy Falls. I'm pretty sure I know who book 2 will be about and I'm all for it, so fingers crossed it's who I hope it is and I don't have to wait too long for it.
*Thanks to the author and Rachel's Random Resources for my copy. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
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Genre ~ contemporary romance
Setting ~ Tennessee
Publication date ~ July 4, 2024
Est Page Count ~ 343 (49 chapters)
POV ~ dual 1st
Featuring ~ titled chapters, home renovations, small town, high school sweethearts, slow burn, second chance, minimal steamage, family drama, mentions of loss of parent to cancer and to a freak accident
Torran & Beck (love the unusual names)
Torran and her business partner, Manny, have a home renovation business that focuses on restoring the legacy of old homes. She has her eye on a home on Huckleberry Lane and is super mad when she's outbid at the auction. The anger rises when she learns the man who bought it is the one that broke her teenage heart 10 years ago, Beck.
Beck wasn't planning on buying his childhood home, but gets swept up in the thought that bringing his sister, Piper, back to Ivy Falls will help her struggles with alcohol and drug addiction. Beck feels responsible for his parents untimely death and has made it his mission to over~protectively take care of his 24 year old sister. While I can appreciate how he felt Piper was his responsibility, I just feel like that took up too much of the story and took away from him and Torran finding their way back to each other seamlessly.
Torran has a wonderful relationship with her sister, Tessa, her 2 nieces, and business partner, Manny, but a rocky one with her father. While she's a very successful businesswoman, she does come off as immature and stuck in the past at times. I wish she would've gotten out of the tunnel a lot sooner than she did. Beck was frustrating to me, as well. Don't even get me started on the 3rd act break up.
Overall, as far as second chances goes this one fits the bill. I enjoyed the introduction of the small town of Ivy Falls. I'm pretty sure I know who book 2 will be about and I'm all for it, so fingers crossed it's who I hope it is and I don't have to wait too long for it.
*Thanks to the author and Rachel's Random Resources for my copy. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
Connect with me ➡ Blog ~ Facebook ~ Twitter
June 4, 2024
Thank you to Netgalley and Amy True for an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Read dates: June 1-2, 2024
Pub Date: July 4, 2024
Abby Jimenez meets Gilmore Girls in this sweet yet raw small town romance.
Both of our main characters are working through unresolved trauma. Torren Wright prefers to redirect her hurt into her home renovation projects, and place blame for her anger and hurt toward her father, the Mayor of Ivy Falls who was nowhere to be found during a life shattering loss. Her ex and first love Beck Townsend, on the other hand, tries to run from his problems only to face the harsh reality that you can't flee; the only way out is through. Through home renovations, a couple roadblocks, and a tension that never faded, Beck and Torren rekindle in a non linear, believable way.
I feel like the burn was a little too quick and did not include the buildup and close encounters I was looking for. They basically went from frenemies to lovers in 10 minutes. This could have easily been pushed out to build up some more tension.
Overall, I'd say pick this one up. TWs include: alcohol abuse, near death from drugs and alcohol, cancer, and loss of parent(s)
Read dates: June 1-2, 2024
Pub Date: July 4, 2024
Abby Jimenez meets Gilmore Girls in this sweet yet raw small town romance.
Both of our main characters are working through unresolved trauma. Torren Wright prefers to redirect her hurt into her home renovation projects, and place blame for her anger and hurt toward her father, the Mayor of Ivy Falls who was nowhere to be found during a life shattering loss. Her ex and first love Beck Townsend, on the other hand, tries to run from his problems only to face the harsh reality that you can't flee; the only way out is through. Through home renovations, a couple roadblocks, and a tension that never faded, Beck and Torren rekindle in a non linear, believable way.
I feel like the burn was a little too quick and did not include the buildup and close encounters I was looking for. They basically went from frenemies to lovers in 10 minutes. This could have easily been pushed out to build up some more tension.
Overall, I'd say pick this one up. TWs include: alcohol abuse, near death from drugs and alcohol, cancer, and loss of parent(s)
July 1, 2024
this book is pure magic. i cannot WAIT to read the rest of the books in this series. the beautiful town of Ivy Falls is the perfect backdrop for Torran and Beck’s second chance love story. couldn’t put it down
July 18, 2024
Meet Me in Ivy Falls is the perfect blend of a story that has you constantly saying “just one more chapter” while also making you want to curl up with your favorite blanket and a cup of tea. This book addresses and raises awareness for important and complicated topics such as grief, addiction, and parent-child relationships. If anything, this book will make you feel seen.
June 19, 2024
ARC REVIEW
🌟🌟🌟🌟.5/5
Thank you NetGalley and Canelo for the ARC of Meet Me in Ivy Falls by Amy True!
I can officially say I have been sucked into the world of Ivy Falls and I never want to leave! Amy True did an amazing job of making any reader fall madly in love with this little Tennessee town.
Our main characters Torran, a tough, no nonsense restorer who is trying to save her beautiful home town and all of its historic buildings, and Beck, her childhood sweetheart with so many tragedies following him, who returns after 10 years and multiple heartbreaks later, including Torran’s. They are both dealing with their own losses and grief & through each of their POVs we truly understand these complex characters who still have a lot of love for each other, even if they may not want to admit it.
The setting itself feels like its own character and leaves you wanting to explore every single part. Guess it’s a good thing this is the first book in the Ivy Falls series! I cannot wait to see what comes next for the people of Ivy Falls.
*Trigger Warnings for Death of Loved Ones, Cancer, Burns, Grief, and Addiction*
🌟🌟🌟🌟.5/5
Thank you NetGalley and Canelo for the ARC of Meet Me in Ivy Falls by Amy True!
I can officially say I have been sucked into the world of Ivy Falls and I never want to leave! Amy True did an amazing job of making any reader fall madly in love with this little Tennessee town.
Our main characters Torran, a tough, no nonsense restorer who is trying to save her beautiful home town and all of its historic buildings, and Beck, her childhood sweetheart with so many tragedies following him, who returns after 10 years and multiple heartbreaks later, including Torran’s. They are both dealing with their own losses and grief & through each of their POVs we truly understand these complex characters who still have a lot of love for each other, even if they may not want to admit it.
The setting itself feels like its own character and leaves you wanting to explore every single part. Guess it’s a good thing this is the first book in the Ivy Falls series! I cannot wait to see what comes next for the people of Ivy Falls.
*Trigger Warnings for Death of Loved Ones, Cancer, Burns, Grief, and Addiction*
July 18, 2024
This book is the embodiment of a good cup of coffee in the morning. Exactly what I needed and hoped for. This second-chance romance sucked me into the world of Ivy Falls and I’m already waiting for my next fill. Beck and Torran’s story is EVERYTHING
July 5, 2024
Thank you to Amy True and Netgalley for giving me early access to this book in exchange for my honest review. I didn’t know what I would think about this book when I first started, but it won me over. I loved the history behind the town, and it made me feel like I was actually apart of Ivy Falls. This book is such a good, quick read, and I can’t wait to read the rest of the series.
July 7, 2024
Torran has been doing her best to restore the homes in Ivy Falls. One slip of her tongue caused such a disaster that her company may never recover. She’s hoping that if she gets the winning bid on her dream home, it will fix everything.
This was such a good book! I loved it! It’s fast moving, has family drama and second chance romance. It’s a good start to a new series. I can’t wait to read the next one!
This was such a good book! I loved it! It’s fast moving, has family drama and second chance romance. It’s a good start to a new series. I can’t wait to read the next one!
August 11, 2025
Torran Wright's life is in shambles—her contracting business is failing, and her hopes of an HGTV show are dashed after a viral accident. To turn things around, she aims to restore a historic home in her small town, only to be outbid by her old high school boyfriend, Beck Townsend, who’s back after ten years.
Beck's return to Ivy Falls is meant to lay old memories to rest, but he didn’t expect to find Torran vying for the same house. When a disastrous accident reveals his lack of DIY skills, Torran reluctantly agrees to help him. As they work together, their old chemistry reignites, turning a professional arrangement into something more. Confronting their pasts and buried secrets, they realize it will take more than repairs to fix what broke them apart.
At first, the book seemed slow, but it quickly picked up pace. The author did a great job of depicting Torran and Beck's desire for each other. I like how they try to resolve their past issues, even though it's not going smoothly. I didn't expect something to happen between them so soon, already halfway through the book. Because of that, I was anxious, expecting something bad to happen. I was completely absorbed in that part and didn't notice anything around me. The characters develop excellently throughout the book.It was helpful that the book was written in dual POV, it makes it easier to understand how and why they did something and how they think. I recommend you read it, as it has a bit of everything. It's a very sweet second chance book, even a third chance—you'll see why.
*Thank you to NetGalley, to the author, Amy True, for providing me with this e-copy in exchange for an honest review.*
Beck's return to Ivy Falls is meant to lay old memories to rest, but he didn’t expect to find Torran vying for the same house. When a disastrous accident reveals his lack of DIY skills, Torran reluctantly agrees to help him. As they work together, their old chemistry reignites, turning a professional arrangement into something more. Confronting their pasts and buried secrets, they realize it will take more than repairs to fix what broke them apart.
At first, the book seemed slow, but it quickly picked up pace. The author did a great job of depicting Torran and Beck's desire for each other. I like how they try to resolve their past issues, even though it's not going smoothly. I didn't expect something to happen between them so soon, already halfway through the book. Because of that, I was anxious, expecting something bad to happen. I was completely absorbed in that part and didn't notice anything around me. The characters develop excellently throughout the book.It was helpful that the book was written in dual POV, it makes it easier to understand how and why they did something and how they think. I recommend you read it, as it has a bit of everything. It's a very sweet second chance book, even a third chance—you'll see why.
*Thank you to NetGalley, to the author, Amy True, for providing me with this e-copy in exchange for an honest review.*
June 30, 2024
This book was cute and easy read! I loved the small town vibes and seeing the town forgive and embrace Torran and Beck. Beck was clearly torn up about being back in Ivy Falls, and Torran was the perfect catalyst to bringing him back and keeping him in town. Her sister and Manny were the perfect side characters that added to the romance and small town vibes. Beck’s sister’s story was also an intriguing one that I kept wondering about throughout the book. I loved the family support throughout the book - Torran and her sister, Beck and his sister, Manny and his daughter. I would recommend this book for an enjoyable summer read! Thanks to the publisher, author, and Netgalley for this free eARC. All opinions in this review are my own.
July 24, 2024
This book did good for my southern heart. From my small town upbringing to living in big(ger) cities in my adult life, I often feel homesick… as I have the past few weeks. I found this book at just the right moment, and I’m so glad I got to live in Ivy Falls for a few days. My hometown, and another small town with childhood memories galore, even got their own shoutouts, coincidentally! An added bonus for sure.
The writing was brilliant. This book had my heart beating fast in excitement in one second and dropping out of my body in the next. Definitely pick this one up.
The writing was brilliant. This book had my heart beating fast in excitement in one second and dropping out of my body in the next. Definitely pick this one up.
July 14, 2024
This book was so nostalgic and wholesome. I’m a sucker for a second-chance romance! I loved Torran and Beck’s story and getting to “live” in Ivy Falls for a few days, and had so much fun reading this book.
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June 1, 2024Title: Meet me in Ivy Falls by Amy True
Release Date: July, 4th, 2024
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Meet Me in Ivy Falls by Amy True is a delightful and heartwarming story that beautifully blends romance, personal growth, and second chances. The book's dual point of view format adds depth and allows readers to fully immerse themselves in the lives of both Torran and Beck.
What I Enjoyed:
* Dual Point of View: The dual perspective format really shines in this book. Both Torran and Beck have strong, distinct voices, and it’s wonderful to get inside their heads to understand their motivations, fears, and desires.
* Strong Main Characters: Torran and Beck are well-developed and relatable. Torran’s determination to rebuild her life and Beck’s struggle to confront his past make them compelling protagonists. Their chemistry is palpable and their interactions are filled with a mix of tension, humour, and warmth.
* Supporting Characters: The supporting cast is rich and diverse, each with their own unique stories and personalities. This adds depth to the small-town setting of Ivy Falls and sets the stage for potential future books in what could easily become a beloved series.
* Realistic Themes: The book tackles heavy topics such as trauma, addiction, and loss with sensitivity and realism. Despite these serious themes, the overall tone remains hopeful and uplifting, showing that healing and redemption are possible.
* Light and Hopeful Tone: Despite the heavy topics, the book maintains a light and hopeful tone. It’s a story about second chances, forgiveness, and the power of love and community to heal old wounds.
Meet Me in Ivy Falls is a charming and heartwarming read that combines the best elements of romance and personal growth. Amy True has created a vivid world with memorable characters and a story that’s both entertaining and emotionally resonant. The blend of humour and romance is perfect. The witty banter between Torran and Beck keeps things light-hearted, while their growing connection adds a layer of sweetness to the story.
If you love stories about second chances, small-town charm, and the power of love to overcome past hurts, this book is definitely for you!
Thank you to The Publisher Canelo ,The Author Amy True & NetGalley for an advanced reader copy (ARC) in exchange for my honest review.
February 17, 2025
This story brings a mix of second-chance romance and a hint of enemies-to-lovers, as the characters clash before finding their way back to each other.
Torren Wright, the mayor’s daughter, is determined to preserve the magic of her hometown and prevent developers from demolishing its historic buildings. However, after an unfortunate televised incident where she publicly cursed the town, her reputation is in shambles. Still, she’s holding onto a promise she made to her late mother—to set things right.
Beck Townsend, Torren’s first love and longtime rival, returns when his family home goes up for auction. After years of running from his past, he’s realizing that some things can’t be avoided forever.
I enjoyed this book, though I wished there had been more tension between the characters—their reunion happened a little too quickly for my taste.
Torren Wright, the mayor’s daughter, is determined to preserve the magic of her hometown and prevent developers from demolishing its historic buildings. However, after an unfortunate televised incident where she publicly cursed the town, her reputation is in shambles. Still, she’s holding onto a promise she made to her late mother—to set things right.
Beck Townsend, Torren’s first love and longtime rival, returns when his family home goes up for auction. After years of running from his past, he’s realizing that some things can’t be avoided forever.
I enjoyed this book, though I wished there had been more tension between the characters—their reunion happened a little too quickly for my taste.
April 12, 2025
I love a good small town enemies to lovers!!!!
This was such a cute read and was really sweet. Helped me get through a small reading slumppp
This was such a cute read and was really sweet. Helped me get through a small reading slumppp
July 1, 2024
Such a cute second chance romance 💕
Torran lives in Ivy Falls, haunted by the death of her mum, a fractured relationship with her dad who happens to be the major of the town. She is passionate about saving the towns historic buildings and renovating them.
Her life is thrown when her ex of 10 years Beck comes back to town winning the auction for her latest project.
The angst between Beck and Torran is palpable. Their back stories are heartbreaking, Beck won me over, he is such a sweetheart.
Can Torran give him the time of day, maybe even learn to trust him again.
This is such a beautifully written second chance romance, can’t wait to read more fof I’m Ivy Falls in the future. Hopefully Tessa and Manny 🙏
Thank you NetGalley, the Amy True and the Canelo for this ARC, all opinions expressed are my own.
Torran lives in Ivy Falls, haunted by the death of her mum, a fractured relationship with her dad who happens to be the major of the town. She is passionate about saving the towns historic buildings and renovating them.
Her life is thrown when her ex of 10 years Beck comes back to town winning the auction for her latest project.
The angst between Beck and Torran is palpable. Their back stories are heartbreaking, Beck won me over, he is such a sweetheart.
Can Torran give him the time of day, maybe even learn to trust him again.
This is such a beautifully written second chance romance, can’t wait to read more fof I’m Ivy Falls in the future. Hopefully Tessa and Manny 🙏
Thank you NetGalley, the Amy True and the Canelo for this ARC, all opinions expressed are my own.
July 5, 2024
I would just like to say a big thank you to Rachel’s Random Resources who very kindly forwarded me an arc copy of this book, for my kindle, in return for my honest review.
Meet Me In Ivy Falls is actually the first book in the ‘Ivy Falls’ series and if this book is anything to go by, I cannot wait for the rest of them too!
Oh, I do love a small-town romance and this one really was wonderful, before I knew it I had well and truly been sucked in to this second chance love story and it was perfect!
Both of the main characters were down-to-earth and real and i thoroughly enjoyed becoming immersed in their story.
This was such an easy book to read and each chapter easily pushed me along to the next one and before i knew it i had devoured it all…….
Meet Me In Ivy Falls is actually the first book in the ‘Ivy Falls’ series and if this book is anything to go by, I cannot wait for the rest of them too!
Oh, I do love a small-town romance and this one really was wonderful, before I knew it I had well and truly been sucked in to this second chance love story and it was perfect!
Both of the main characters were down-to-earth and real and i thoroughly enjoyed becoming immersed in their story.
This was such an easy book to read and each chapter easily pushed me along to the next one and before i knew it i had devoured it all…….
December 3, 2025
This was….boring? Yeah, I struggled with this one. I KNOWWW I said I was DNFing it and then a day later I picked it up again - I just cannot leave books unfinished! I guess I’m not into the small town romance books even though I did enjoy ‘Practice makes perfect’. I think this is a good poolside read, but if you’re looking for a good plot then this book is not it. Not a fan of how descriptive the characters dialogue seems to be? Like they describe things in their speech? ‘I remember opening the shiny foil wrapper’ like who says that??
July 22, 2024
Perfect small town vibes, great side characters, and a town with such a big heart! I loved this story and it was even more fun getting to read it in the small idyllic town of Great Barrington, MA. I thoroughly enjoyed Beck and Torran’s rekindled connection, and I found myself drawn to the compelling side characters, and even wanting to read more about the adorable house itself. Beyond the love story, this book explores deep themes of grief, loss of a parent, and addiction that was really moving. I am very very excited for Tessa's story and to step back into Ivy Falls soon!
June 4, 2024
I love that the Chapter titles are incorporated in to that chapter. I always love looking for it within the story! It’s like a fun little game of hide and seek within the book!
There were a couple times in the book that a conversation felt a little forced and random and didn’t flow as smoothly as the rest.
I was happy to see both Beck and Torran get past their own emotional trauma and issues and come to realize their mistakes not just with each other but with everyone in their lives. I was afraid they wouldn’t be a good match with their issues and would be a toxic couple but I was pleased and satisfied with the ending!
I will definitely be recommending this book to others looking for a light easy book to read.
There were a couple times in the book that a conversation felt a little forced and random and didn’t flow as smoothly as the rest.
I was happy to see both Beck and Torran get past their own emotional trauma and issues and come to realize their mistakes not just with each other but with everyone in their lives. I was afraid they wouldn’t be a good match with their issues and would be a toxic couple but I was pleased and satisfied with the ending!
I will definitely be recommending this book to others looking for a light easy book to read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 5, 2024
A beautiful, heart tugging story. 🥰🫶
October 28, 2024
It took a little while to get into this one but it was actually really wholesome towards the end🥹 loved it.
January 2, 2025
i really liked the plot and the characters but i just felt it was rushed and could’ve been written better
September 19, 2025
Enjoyed this book more than I expected. Even had some tears rolling down my cheek during the book🥲
September 1, 2024
I have really enjoyed this book, intially after the first chapter I was unsure I left it a couple of days then was hooked picking it up and not being able to put it down. I really enjoyed how both Torran and Beck's sides of the story were voiced and how they saw things. Just shows how our own misconceptions can lead to misunderstandings that often aren't even there and can lead to fractured relationships that need alot to be repaired. Such a great read will be looking out for more titles by this author.
July 30, 2024
Read this on vacation at the beach.
It was the PERFECT beach read. Small town romance, rekindle of first love, redemption arcs, a little bit of spice. I loved every bit!
It was the PERFECT beach read. Small town romance, rekindle of first love, redemption arcs, a little bit of spice. I loved every bit!
July 10, 2024
A second-chance romance in a small town set in the southern United States. Wonderful chemistry and prolonged grief make for an interesting read that doesn't seem too far fetched.
Torran is a contractor who specializes in restoring her hometown's oldest houses. When the opportunity to restore her long-lost love's old home, she knows she has to be the one to restore it. However, when said love, Beck, returns and buys the house out from under her, her dreams are shattered. Can she work with him to restore the house after everything he put her through? Are their feelings going to get in the way of her success?
Beck wants his parents' old home to honor his parents and hopefully fix his sister's addiction problems. But the project quickly becomes more than he knew he was signing up for and unexpected obstacles appear at every corner. In addition, his feelings for Torran never left and he's willing to put in the work for her dreams in an attempt to win her over. Their relationship is rocky, full of tension, and gut-wrenching at times. But watching the two of them work through their own grief as the work on the house and each other is a real treat.
**Thank you to NetGalley and Canelo for access to this title in exchange for an honest review**
Torran is a contractor who specializes in restoring her hometown's oldest houses. When the opportunity to restore her long-lost love's old home, she knows she has to be the one to restore it. However, when said love, Beck, returns and buys the house out from under her, her dreams are shattered. Can she work with him to restore the house after everything he put her through? Are their feelings going to get in the way of her success?
Beck wants his parents' old home to honor his parents and hopefully fix his sister's addiction problems. But the project quickly becomes more than he knew he was signing up for and unexpected obstacles appear at every corner. In addition, his feelings for Torran never left and he's willing to put in the work for her dreams in an attempt to win her over. Their relationship is rocky, full of tension, and gut-wrenching at times. But watching the two of them work through their own grief as the work on the house and each other is a real treat.
**Thank you to NetGalley and Canelo for access to this title in exchange for an honest review**
May 31, 2024
Amy True introduces readers to the small town of Ivy Falls in the first book of the series. Torran and Beck were childhood sweethearts; life events separated them at the age of 17. Ten years later they reunited back in Ivy Falls and the sparks began flying. But both Torran and Beck experienced loss and grief since they'd last been together. Is their love strong enough to move forward in life together?
The setting immediately reminded me of Gilmore Girls and in the author notes she shared the show was an inspiration! I always enjoy a dual point of view format and in this book both characters were so strong. The supporting characters were all so unique with their own stories, I can easily see how this will become a series. While heavy topics were discussed--trauma, addiction, and loss, the book overall was light and full of hope.
Thanks to NetGalley, I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Author: Amy True
Release date: June 25, 2024
Publisher: Caezik
The setting immediately reminded me of Gilmore Girls and in the author notes she shared the show was an inspiration! I always enjoy a dual point of view format and in this book both characters were so strong. The supporting characters were all so unique with their own stories, I can easily see how this will become a series. While heavy topics were discussed--trauma, addiction, and loss, the book overall was light and full of hope.
Thanks to NetGalley, I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Author: Amy True
Release date: June 25, 2024
Publisher: Caezik
September 5, 2024
This was a much heavier read than I anticipated, so don’t let the adorable cover fool you! I was hooked from the beginning and loved the small town and nostalgic vibes. I also love home renovation, historic homes, and that the FMC had her own contracting company (because so do I!) so I enjoyed the premise, too. Torran and Beck were childhood sweethearts, but the way they ended caused Torran to despise Beck. So she isn’t too happy when he ends up back in their hometown, and especially the reason for it. I always love a second chance romance, and the chemistry, banter, and tension between them were on point!
This book also gives off major Stars Hollow vibes for all the Gilmore Girls lovers out there 🥰 I’m excited to see what’s next in this series.
This book also gives off major Stars Hollow vibes for all the Gilmore Girls lovers out there 🥰 I’m excited to see what’s next in this series.
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