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Lennox Valley Chronicles #2
Jesse's Girl
Buckle up, Buttercup…
Three nosy relatives, two jobs, one fledgling side hustle, and zero roommate prospects. No wonder Ada Russo is saltier than the rim of a margarita glass.
When her brother’s best friend lands in Lennox Valley needing a place to stay for the summer, Ada’s spare room is the logical choice. What’s not logical is the way Jesse Bailey, one of her oldest friends, suddenly has her fantasizing about taking stupid, sexy risks.
Jesse never planned on returning to the life he fled eight years ago. But when a family emergency puts him on the next flight home, he can’t run from his past any longer. Something else he can’t avoid? His best friend’s loudmouth little sister. Back in high school, Ada was like one of the guys, but now she’s all grown up—provoking thoughts Jesse’s determined to squash.
Unable to resist the torturous tension, Jesse and Ada soon learn their scorching secret will be impossible to keep under wraps. And as their hearts intertwine, it’s not only lying to her brother, but lying to themselves, that threatens to rip them apart.
Jesse’s Girl is the second book in the Lennox Valley Chronicles series. It features mature content intended for readers aged 18 and up.
Three nosy relatives, two jobs, one fledgling side hustle, and zero roommate prospects. No wonder Ada Russo is saltier than the rim of a margarita glass.
When her brother’s best friend lands in Lennox Valley needing a place to stay for the summer, Ada’s spare room is the logical choice. What’s not logical is the way Jesse Bailey, one of her oldest friends, suddenly has her fantasizing about taking stupid, sexy risks.
Jesse never planned on returning to the life he fled eight years ago. But when a family emergency puts him on the next flight home, he can’t run from his past any longer. Something else he can’t avoid? His best friend’s loudmouth little sister. Back in high school, Ada was like one of the guys, but now she’s all grown up—provoking thoughts Jesse’s determined to squash.
Unable to resist the torturous tension, Jesse and Ada soon learn their scorching secret will be impossible to keep under wraps. And as their hearts intertwine, it’s not only lying to her brother, but lying to themselves, that threatens to rip them apart.
Jesse’s Girl is the second book in the Lennox Valley Chronicles series. It features mature content intended for readers aged 18 and up.
416 pages, Paperback
Published August 28, 2024
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About the author
Hannah Brixton
5 books121 followersHannah Brixton is a contemporary romance author who lives with her husband, three children, and two cats on beautiful Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada.
A self-proclaimed word nerd, Hannah has a long-standing love of language. Having studied linguistics and psychology, she’s fascinated by how language evokes emotion and human connection. Writing romance was something Hannah toyed with for years before actually taking the plunge, immediately discovering a whole world of joy in the creation of love stories.
Hannah loves writing neurodivergent characters and hopes to normalize mental health struggles through her writing. Her books are steamy romantic comedies with more serious topics woven throughout—romantic dramedies, perhaps—always filled with heart, spice, and a guaranteed happily ever after.
In her spare time, Hannah loves to read, listen to podcasts, and sing along loudly to music that embarrasses her children.
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September 16, 2024
OMG, Jesse's Girl by Hannah Brixton totally stole my heart! This book is such a fun, slow-burn romance, and the tension? Off. The. Charts. 😍 Ada and Jesse’s chemistry had me flipping pages like crazy! I mean, childhood friends to lovers AND brother’s best friend? GAH, I was living for it! Every moment was filled with tension, and when they finally gave in to their feelings, it was absolute 🔥!
✧ Small town charm 🏡
✧ Brother’s best friend 💕
✧ Roommates forced to deal with the feels ✨
✧ Childhood friends to lovers 💕
✧ Black cat x golden retriever energy 💋
✧ Banter for days 😂
✧ The slowest burn ever 🔥
✧ Dyslexia representation 📚
✧ Close proximity (oh yes!) 💗
✧ Secret romance vibes 💖
Ada is EVERYTHING you want in a BFF – artsy, stubborn, and so relatable! I laughed out loud at her sass, but I was also dying for her to open up. And Jesse?! The ultimate golden retriever boy with a filthy mouth. I mean, the guy made me blush nonstop. 🤭 The way he cared for Ada’s dyslexia? Heart-melting levels of sweet. Swoon alert! ❤️
Their flaws felt so real. Ada hides behind her sarcasm, and both of them have this annoying (but oh-so-addictive) habit of running from tough conversations. I wanted to shake them, but it made their eventual heart-to-heart moments that much more rewarding. And can we talk about the forbidden romance angle with Jesse being her brother’s best friend? That angst was delicious.
Oh, and the humor? Gold. Ada’s snark had me cackling, especially with the sticky notes. And when Jesse read to her? I MELTED 🥰
Okay, there were moments I was frustrated with their lack of communication (JUST TALK, PLEASE!), but once they did, it made all the slow-burn tension SO worth it. And the spice? When it hit, it HIT. Jesse's dirty talk left me fanning myself. Like, sir, keep going with that filthy mouth because I’m HERE for it 😏.
Content Warnings:
This book covers some intense topics, so be aware it includes alcohol consumption, difficult family relationships, learning challenges due to dyslexia, and explicit sexual content. For more details, check out the content warnings on Hannah Brixton's website.
If I had one tiny complaint, it’s that I wanted more of Ada’s growth in her art. It’s such a huge part of her, and I would’ve loved to see her confidence shine through a bit more. But overall, I’m OBSESSED with this love story and the slow build that made every moment feel so much more intense. Definitely coming back to this series again!
✧ Small town charm 🏡
✧ Brother’s best friend 💕
✧ Roommates forced to deal with the feels ✨
✧ Childhood friends to lovers 💕
✧ Black cat x golden retriever energy 💋
✧ Banter for days 😂
✧ The slowest burn ever 🔥
✧ Dyslexia representation 📚
✧ Close proximity (oh yes!) 💗
✧ Secret romance vibes 💖
Ada is EVERYTHING you want in a BFF – artsy, stubborn, and so relatable! I laughed out loud at her sass, but I was also dying for her to open up. And Jesse?! The ultimate golden retriever boy with a filthy mouth. I mean, the guy made me blush nonstop. 🤭 The way he cared for Ada’s dyslexia? Heart-melting levels of sweet. Swoon alert! ❤️
Their flaws felt so real. Ada hides behind her sarcasm, and both of them have this annoying (but oh-so-addictive) habit of running from tough conversations. I wanted to shake them, but it made their eventual heart-to-heart moments that much more rewarding. And can we talk about the forbidden romance angle with Jesse being her brother’s best friend? That angst was delicious.
Oh, and the humor? Gold. Ada’s snark had me cackling, especially with the sticky notes. And when Jesse read to her? I MELTED 🥰
Okay, there were moments I was frustrated with their lack of communication (JUST TALK, PLEASE!), but once they did, it made all the slow-burn tension SO worth it. And the spice? When it hit, it HIT. Jesse's dirty talk left me fanning myself. Like, sir, keep going with that filthy mouth because I’m HERE for it 😏.
Content Warnings:
This book covers some intense topics, so be aware it includes alcohol consumption, difficult family relationships, learning challenges due to dyslexia, and explicit sexual content. For more details, check out the content warnings on Hannah Brixton's website.
If I had one tiny complaint, it’s that I wanted more of Ada’s growth in her art. It’s such a huge part of her, and I would’ve loved to see her confidence shine through a bit more. But overall, I’m OBSESSED with this love story and the slow build that made every moment feel so much more intense. Definitely coming back to this series again!
August 14, 2024
• Holy crap, I smirked so much through this book!!!! I also cried. I went through it in the absolute best way. Multiple parts in this book, including a few at the end. Such original ways for the characters to interact, solve their issues they are in together, and life in general. Gahhh the sticky notes okay, THE STICKY NOTES 🥹
• Ada she’s a stubborn, crass, artsy spitfire. We would be friends. I absolutely adore her.
• Jesse, this man. Equal parts sweet but also spicy. He is the best. Guys, he reads to her, enough said. New addition to the my Top MMCs you bet ✔️
• Their internal struggles to accept what’s true about their feelings. Had me on the edge of my seat. The brother’s best friend trope your thing? Then this is the book for you. HIGHLY recommend, add to your TBRs now!
• Ada she’s a stubborn, crass, artsy spitfire. We would be friends. I absolutely adore her.
• Jesse, this man. Equal parts sweet but also spicy. He is the best. Guys, he reads to her, enough said. New addition to the my Top MMCs you bet ✔️
• Their internal struggles to accept what’s true about their feelings. Had me on the edge of my seat. The brother’s best friend trope your thing? Then this is the book for you. HIGHLY recommend, add to your TBRs now!
August 25, 2024
Oh goodness, I loved these snarky sneaks!
First of all, brother’s best friend and childhood friends to lovers are two of my favorite tropes! I love the forbidden aspect of a brother’s best friend romance, and the background the characters already share when they were childhood friends, so added together this was insanely delicious and full of chemistry.
I loved that neither of them were perfect characters. I like my characters to be reasonably and realistically flawed, just like everyone in the world is, and Hannah wrote them to fit this perfectly. Ada was hardheaded and evasive, often hiding herself behind her sarcasm and not communicating effectively out of anxiety. Jesse was a pusher and runner. Instead of reading the room, he tended to push Ada into some situations she didn’t want to be in, and he also had a bad habit of shutting down and running off when he couldn’t see a way out. Thankfully, with her passion and being the one to take the first step and his caring nature and calling her on her bullshit, these two crazy kids were able to make it work out! HEA guaranteed 😊
I also loved the dyslexia rep we got via Ada. I loved that not only did she follow her own path in life and what worked for her, but she contributed to the youth in the community and was able to help those in ways she wasn’t growing up. Not to mention, I swooned so hard each time Jesse adjusted to her dyslexia in minute ways just to try to make her life easier (like trying to change his handwriting to a font more likely to be easier for those with dyslexia to read!). Prime book boyfriend move there!
There were a good amount of descriptive spicy scenes (and “fuck it” moments) to keep the spicy booklover in me happy. Also, the mouth on this man and his actions??? HOLY SMOKES!!! Here are some of my favorites:
- Oh. My. GAWD.
- I mean, how could we NOT at this point???
- *Melting….*
- Fuuuuuuuuuck
- I would literally COMBUST with the pointed thrusts and words!!!
I also loved the humor style in this. It was full of snarky banter and sarcasm, which is my total brand of humor!! Hiding myself behind walls constructed of sarcasm has been my thing for 30 years, and I don’t see that going away anytime soon 😂
Lastly, I love that Jude and Olena from the first book in this series Hey Jude had bit parts in this story, but they weren’t of the stereotypical best friend of MMC/FMC 2. I definitely can see how their stories are going to continue to be intertwined, and I’m excited to see who is next to find love in Lennox Valley!
Thank you to Hannah Brixton for the opportunity to read a copy of this book. The thoughts and opinions expressed above are honest and my own.
First of all, brother’s best friend and childhood friends to lovers are two of my favorite tropes! I love the forbidden aspect of a brother’s best friend romance, and the background the characters already share when they were childhood friends, so added together this was insanely delicious and full of chemistry.
I loved that neither of them were perfect characters. I like my characters to be reasonably and realistically flawed, just like everyone in the world is, and Hannah wrote them to fit this perfectly. Ada was hardheaded and evasive, often hiding herself behind her sarcasm and not communicating effectively out of anxiety. Jesse was a pusher and runner. Instead of reading the room, he tended to push Ada into some situations she didn’t want to be in, and he also had a bad habit of shutting down and running off when he couldn’t see a way out. Thankfully, with her passion and being the one to take the first step and his caring nature and calling her on her bullshit, these two crazy kids were able to make it work out! HEA guaranteed 😊
I also loved the dyslexia rep we got via Ada. I loved that not only did she follow her own path in life and what worked for her, but she contributed to the youth in the community and was able to help those in ways she wasn’t growing up. Not to mention, I swooned so hard each time Jesse adjusted to her dyslexia in minute ways just to try to make her life easier (like trying to change his handwriting to a font more likely to be easier for those with dyslexia to read!). Prime book boyfriend move there!
There were a good amount of descriptive spicy scenes (and “fuck it” moments) to keep the spicy booklover in me happy. Also, the mouth on this man and his actions??? HOLY SMOKES!!! Here are some of my favorites:
“Go put on that red lipstick you have…I want that color ringed around the base of my cock when we’re done.”
- Oh. My. GAWD.
“And I need to know… When I come…”- he pauses, grunting softly when I tighten my grip- “where do you want it? Do you want it…”- he pauses as he traces a finger between my breasts-“here?” Slowly, he slides his finger lower, moving it down my stomach. “Here?” Reaching between my legs, he presses against my clit through my shorts. “Here? Or maybe…”- he pauses, reaching back up to push two fingers between my lips-“here?”
I suck them with a needy moan.
“Oh my fucking God, Ada,” he almost groans. “You gonna let me come in your mouth?”
- I mean, how could we NOT at this point???
“Because I love watching you like this: my cock between your gorgeous red lips, knowing your greedy little cunt is soaking those panties.”
With a muffled whine, I take him deeper again.
“That’s my good fucking girl,” he rumbles.
- *Melting….*
I inhale sharply, gripping his forearm as he wipes up the cum slipping down my inner thigh and rubs it into my clit, then pushes it back inside me. “That goes back where it belongs,” he rasps.
- Fuuuuuuuuuck
“Let it out. I want every fucking moan, every gasp, every whimper…Never wanna forget how you sound with my cock buried inside you.” I thrust in again. “Exactly”- and again-“where it fucking belongs.”
- I would literally COMBUST with the pointed thrusts and words!!!
I also loved the humor style in this. It was full of snarky banter and sarcasm, which is my total brand of humor!! Hiding myself behind walls constructed of sarcasm has been my thing for 30 years, and I don’t see that going away anytime soon 😂
Lastly, I love that Jude and Olena from the first book in this series Hey Jude had bit parts in this story, but they weren’t of the stereotypical best friend of MMC/FMC 2. I definitely can see how their stories are going to continue to be intertwined, and I’m excited to see who is next to find love in Lennox Valley!
Thank you to Hannah Brixton for the opportunity to read a copy of this book. The thoughts and opinions expressed above are honest and my own.
August 17, 2024
POV: Dual
Story: 15/5
Characters: 12/5
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️/5 (I read a lot of spicy spice. This rating should be taken with a grain of salt)
*Extra Thoughts*
Stupid shit forever. I love it.
BIG thanks for Hannah Brixton for the ARC for Jesse’s Girl. I absolutely loved her first book and was ravenous to read this one!
The dyslexia rep was so refreshing and I LOVE how Jesse takes Ada’s dyslexia into consideration. As a younger sister myself, I definitely felt a kinship to Ada suddenly falling into feelings with her brother’s friend. The spice is perfection and I am absolutely in LOVE with Jesse!
Such a great second story to the Lennox Valley Chronicles!
Story: 15/5
Characters: 12/5
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️/5 (I read a lot of spicy spice. This rating should be taken with a grain of salt)
*Extra Thoughts*
Stupid shit forever. I love it.
BIG thanks for Hannah Brixton for the ARC for Jesse’s Girl. I absolutely loved her first book and was ravenous to read this one!
The dyslexia rep was so refreshing and I LOVE how Jesse takes Ada’s dyslexia into consideration. As a younger sister myself, I definitely felt a kinship to Ada suddenly falling into feelings with her brother’s friend. The spice is perfection and I am absolutely in LOVE with Jesse!
Such a great second story to the Lennox Valley Chronicles!
July 4, 2024
OK, so maybe as a beta reader, I’m conditioned to be biased, but holy shit this storyline, character growth, and tension are so well balanced. Ada and Jesse are two characters you are going to love. Ada is prickly and Jesse is reserved, but like, 100% relatable. If you are reading this, sign up for an ARC! Once I can reread the entire book again, I’ll update my review with specifics. Consider this the teaser to add to TBR today.
September 10, 2024
Talk about the perfect blend of humor, heart, and heat. Hannah never lets me down for any of these aspects and this book was no different. From when they first met, I was hooked by the snarky, hilarious banter between Jesse and Ada. The witty exchanges kept me laughing throughout, adding a lightness that perfectly balanced the steamier, more emotional moments of the story.
The representation of dyslexia in this book was done so well, Ada faces her challenges with strength and vulnerability but also with a refreshing level of honesty. I’m always elated to see invisible disability representation in a romance novel, and Hannah handled this one with finesse, making it an integral part of Ada’s growth and relationship without being overbearing.
The brother’s best friend and roommates-to-lovers tropes are two that could easily be messed up but instead, Hannah expertly wove them into the plot, with the tension and chemistry between the characters building beautifully. The attraction simmering under the surface is tangible as they navigate the push and pull of their evolving relationship, and finally give into the attraction and undeniable chemistry between them.
Also, Ada’s sarcastic, fiery nature clashes with Jesse’s sweet, protective side in all the best ways. They balance each other out perfectly, and their communication by sticky notes add a personal, intimate touch to their interactions that feels both playful and heartfelt. Especially at the end, iykyk.
And, of course, this book delivers on the spice. The sexual tension is palpable, and when it finally snaps, it’s pure fire. The spicy scenes are sexy, fun, and full of chemistry, making a perfect romance.
Overall, Jesse’s Girl is a spicy, fun, and heartwarming and is guaranteed to leave a huge smile on your face. If you’re a fan of brother’s best friend, roommates-to-lovers, snarky banter, and cinnamon roll heroes, this one’s for you!
Snarky, hilarious banter
Dyslexia Rep
Brother’s Best friend
Roommates to lovers
Black cat X cinnamon roll
Sticky notes communication
Spicy, sexy, fun
The representation of dyslexia in this book was done so well, Ada faces her challenges with strength and vulnerability but also with a refreshing level of honesty. I’m always elated to see invisible disability representation in a romance novel, and Hannah handled this one with finesse, making it an integral part of Ada’s growth and relationship without being overbearing.
The brother’s best friend and roommates-to-lovers tropes are two that could easily be messed up but instead, Hannah expertly wove them into the plot, with the tension and chemistry between the characters building beautifully. The attraction simmering under the surface is tangible as they navigate the push and pull of their evolving relationship, and finally give into the attraction and undeniable chemistry between them.
Also, Ada’s sarcastic, fiery nature clashes with Jesse’s sweet, protective side in all the best ways. They balance each other out perfectly, and their communication by sticky notes add a personal, intimate touch to their interactions that feels both playful and heartfelt. Especially at the end, iykyk.
And, of course, this book delivers on the spice. The sexual tension is palpable, and when it finally snaps, it’s pure fire. The spicy scenes are sexy, fun, and full of chemistry, making a perfect romance.
Overall, Jesse’s Girl is a spicy, fun, and heartwarming and is guaranteed to leave a huge smile on your face. If you’re a fan of brother’s best friend, roommates-to-lovers, snarky banter, and cinnamon roll heroes, this one’s for you!
Snarky, hilarious banter
Dyslexia Rep
Brother’s Best friend
Roommates to lovers
Black cat X cinnamon roll
Sticky notes communication
Spicy, sexy, fun
August 27, 2024
Okay so I will say this book is a slooow burn but when it gets there wow it gets there..
I enjoyed the writing and the charters. It was a really cute hallmark type book with some spice in the second half.
Both charters did drive me nuts a bit because they don't communicate the real stuff but the banter they have and the passion makes up for it.
I enjoyed the writing and the charters. It was a really cute hallmark type book with some spice in the second half.
Both charters did drive me nuts a bit because they don't communicate the real stuff but the banter they have and the passion makes up for it.
September 2, 2024
I was provided and arc for an honest review
This was a fun book that had great spice and lots of really heartwarming moments. I loved the dynamic between the two main characters. They had outstanding banter and a great rapport.
I liked the dyslexia representation, and how Ada was very determined to follow her own path.
My one reason for giving this a 4 instead of a five is that the pacing at the end was a bit slow. I think the last two chapters could have been dropped for a better flow. Overall the pacing of this book was so good, so it was a bit of a surprise when it slowed down so abruptly at the end.
Overall this is a really fun and easy read, and I certainly recommend it to lovers of a spicy book with lots of heart
This was a fun book that had great spice and lots of really heartwarming moments. I loved the dynamic between the two main characters. They had outstanding banter and a great rapport.
I liked the dyslexia representation, and how Ada was very determined to follow her own path.
My one reason for giving this a 4 instead of a five is that the pacing at the end was a bit slow. I think the last two chapters could have been dropped for a better flow. Overall the pacing of this book was so good, so it was a bit of a surprise when it slowed down so abruptly at the end.
Overall this is a really fun and easy read, and I certainly recommend it to lovers of a spicy book with lots of heart
September 11, 2024
4.5 ⭐️
3 🌶️
Jesse’s Girl is the second book in the Lenox Valley Chronicles by author Hannah Brixton. The books are interconnected but can be read as a standalone.
I absolutely adored Jesse and Ada! I loved these two together! Their sarcastic banter was both teasing and entertaining. They had undeniable chemistry and tension. It was FIRE! 🥵 The transition from friendship to lovers was effortless and seamless. The anticipation was worthwhile. I just devoured these pages and had a silly grin the whole time.
I really liked how Hannah handled the mental health themes, particularly Ada's dyslexia. It felt so natural and added depth to her character. Also, the way Jesse adjusted to her dyslexia in small ways to make her life simpler was swoon worthy! I loved his character even more.
What to expect:
👬 Brother's best friend
🏡 Roommates for the summer
🥵 Cinnadom MMC
🐈⬛ Black cat FMC
💗Childhood friends to lóvers
📖 Dyslexia rep
👥 Dual POV
🌶️ Open 🚪
🤬 Very sweary
👄 Snarky banter
🤫 Secret romance
📝 Sticky note shenanigans
If you're interested in these tropes, definitely add Jesse’s Girl to your TBR! You will not be disappointed!
Thank you to author Hannah Brixton for the advanced reader copy. All opinions are my own.
3 🌶️
Jesse’s Girl is the second book in the Lenox Valley Chronicles by author Hannah Brixton. The books are interconnected but can be read as a standalone.
I absolutely adored Jesse and Ada! I loved these two together! Their sarcastic banter was both teasing and entertaining. They had undeniable chemistry and tension. It was FIRE! 🥵 The transition from friendship to lovers was effortless and seamless. The anticipation was worthwhile. I just devoured these pages and had a silly grin the whole time.
I really liked how Hannah handled the mental health themes, particularly Ada's dyslexia. It felt so natural and added depth to her character. Also, the way Jesse adjusted to her dyslexia in small ways to make her life simpler was swoon worthy! I loved his character even more.
What to expect:
👬 Brother's best friend
🏡 Roommates for the summer
🥵 Cinnadom MMC
🐈⬛ Black cat FMC
💗Childhood friends to lóvers
📖 Dyslexia rep
👥 Dual POV
🌶️ Open 🚪
🤬 Very sweary
👄 Snarky banter
🤫 Secret romance
📝 Sticky note shenanigans
If you're interested in these tropes, definitely add Jesse’s Girl to your TBR! You will not be disappointed!
Thank you to author Hannah Brixton for the advanced reader copy. All opinions are my own.
August 29, 2024
First of all I wanna thank you Hannah for the ARC that she gave me.
It is the first time that I read something from Hannah, a lot of people recommend me her as an author and now I know why.
Ada is your typical badass artist girl with a boyish character, With her roomate Katie who has been moving out, Ada is searching for a new one to divide the rent of her apartment, her life started to change when Jesse, her brother's bff return to Town.
Jesse on the other hand, wasn't so happy to come back in Town if weren't for her mother who got sick, being a farmer in Australia, he will need to reconnect with his bff and his past, which include Ada, but he couldn't imagine that the little boyish girl whom he grow up with now she's a beautiful and attractive woman.
Their love starts in the moment when Jesse's decide to become Ada's new roommate, and that's when the fun starts, I love the fact that both are attracted to each other, Hannah was very good with her writing to make you see the struggling of both characters to resist of each other and don't let me start with the spicy scenes... OH god! Be sure to take a shower after reading because you will be SOOOO HOOOT!
I COULDN'T STOP READING LITERALLY! YOU WILL FINISHED THIS BOOK BEFORE YOU EVEN REALIZE! I CANNOT DESCRIBE HOW MUCH I LOVED THIS BOOK! YOU NEED TO READ IT TO KNOW!
It is the first time that I read something from Hannah, a lot of people recommend me her as an author and now I know why.
Ada is your typical badass artist girl with a boyish character, With her roomate Katie who has been moving out, Ada is searching for a new one to divide the rent of her apartment, her life started to change when Jesse, her brother's bff return to Town.
Jesse on the other hand, wasn't so happy to come back in Town if weren't for her mother who got sick, being a farmer in Australia, he will need to reconnect with his bff and his past, which include Ada, but he couldn't imagine that the little boyish girl whom he grow up with now she's a beautiful and attractive woman.
Their love starts in the moment when Jesse's decide to become Ada's new roommate, and that's when the fun starts, I love the fact that both are attracted to each other, Hannah was very good with her writing to make you see the struggling of both characters to resist of each other and don't let me start with the spicy scenes... OH god! Be sure to take a shower after reading because you will be SOOOO HOOOT!
I COULDN'T STOP READING LITERALLY! YOU WILL FINISHED THIS BOOK BEFORE YOU EVEN REALIZE! I CANNOT DESCRIBE HOW MUCH I LOVED THIS BOOK! YOU NEED TO READ IT TO KNOW!
September 22, 2024
Surpassed all expectations!
This book was perfection! The spice, the sweary-ness, the neurodivergent rep, the main characters! Everything was just so good! I loved Ada and Jesse both so much! They were so incredibly relatable and I loved the progression of their understanding of each other and themselves. The slow burn damn near killed me but then it was explosive. Brother’s best friend has never been so good!
This book was perfection! The spice, the sweary-ness, the neurodivergent rep, the main characters! Everything was just so good! I loved Ada and Jesse both so much! They were so incredibly relatable and I loved the progression of their understanding of each other and themselves. The slow burn damn near killed me but then it was explosive. Brother’s best friend has never been so good!
September 11, 2024
I absolutely loved this! The title drew me in immediately, but Ada and Jesse kept me hooked. I never expected their banter and flirting with *The Princess Bride* quotes to have such an effect on me, making my heart race and leaving me all tingly, but I was completely wrong! This book had me laughing, feeling giddy, and the tension between these two gave me all the butterflies.
August 14, 2024
✨ARC Review✨
A reader always hopes the sophomore book from a debut author they love will either meet or exceed that debut. Hands down Jesse’s Girl exceeded my hopes. @hannah.brixton has written an absolute stunner of a childhood friends-to-lovers story.
Ada needs a roommate. Her brother’s best friend, Jesse, needs a place to stay for a couple of months. They’re very attracted to one another. Do you think they’ll be able to just be roomies? No, gentle reader, decidedly not. They do give it a valiant effort though, especially Jesse who does not want to endanger his friendship with Ada’s brother.
What I love most about this book is how natural this friendship to lovers feels. They laugh and give each other shit. They reference things that happened in their teen years and it’s real stuff that real teens get up to. They have fantastic spicy times that are both hot cha cha and funny. Is there anything better than being intimate with someone who knows your soul so well?
I just love Ada and Jesse. Give them a shot and you will too. Go ahead and preorder this book for $4.99. It’s a heck of a deal for this great romance. Support your favorite indie authors! They’re out here working hard to deliver impeccable storytelling and making content to get the word out.
Thanks so much, Hannah, for this ARC. All thoughts are mine alone.
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A reader always hopes the sophomore book from a debut author they love will either meet or exceed that debut. Hands down Jesse’s Girl exceeded my hopes. @hannah.brixton has written an absolute stunner of a childhood friends-to-lovers story.
Ada needs a roommate. Her brother’s best friend, Jesse, needs a place to stay for a couple of months. They’re very attracted to one another. Do you think they’ll be able to just be roomies? No, gentle reader, decidedly not. They do give it a valiant effort though, especially Jesse who does not want to endanger his friendship with Ada’s brother.
What I love most about this book is how natural this friendship to lovers feels. They laugh and give each other shit. They reference things that happened in their teen years and it’s real stuff that real teens get up to. They have fantastic spicy times that are both hot cha cha and funny. Is there anything better than being intimate with someone who knows your soul so well?
I just love Ada and Jesse. Give them a shot and you will too. Go ahead and preorder this book for $4.99. It’s a heck of a deal for this great romance. Support your favorite indie authors! They’re out here working hard to deliver impeccable storytelling and making content to get the word out.
Thanks so much, Hannah, for this ARC. All thoughts are mine alone.
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January 1, 2025
I loved this book, I could not put it down. It’s a classic brothers best friend / friends to lovers and I was 1000% here for it. I haven’t enjoyed a purely romance book this much in a while! Also the title didn’t hurt matters.
September 4, 2024
I’m completely captivated by the book, the characters, and the slow-burn romance. It felt incredibly relatable, touching on themes like not meeting parental expectations, fleeing when things get tough, and reacting out of hurt. The tension between the characters made me smile, and the romance was delightfully engaging. I’m only disappointed that it’s over! I’ll definitely revisit the first book and look forward to more from the Lennox Valley Chronicles.
Jesse returns to his hometown after eight years due to a family medical emergency. During his absence, he’s let most of his relationships fade, except for his best friend Marcus. With nowhere else to go, Marcus offers him a place to stay temporarily. Coincidentally, Marcus’s younger sister is looking for a roommate. What could possibly go wrong living with your best friend’s little sister?
Jesse returns to his hometown after eight years due to a family medical emergency. During his absence, he’s let most of his relationships fade, except for his best friend Marcus. With nowhere else to go, Marcus offers him a place to stay temporarily. Coincidentally, Marcus’s younger sister is looking for a roommate. What could possibly go wrong living with your best friend’s little sister?
September 9, 2024
This was such a good book
September 1, 2024
The neurodivergent representation in this book (and the first one!) has been comforting and felt like such a warm hug. It’s implemented into the book in a natural way.
I absolutely adore Jesse. What a sweet, kind and loving character!! The way he makes Ada feel so seen, valued and understood is heartwarming. Especially the post-it note part!! It clearly shows how much she means to him. Ada literally is a snarky, funny and kind soul. She did piss me off at times with her high emotional walls, but her past explains why she’s built those walls to begin with. She’s a troubled mind, but Jesse makes sure she knows how amazing she is!
Thank you so much for the arc Hannah Brixton, I really enjoyed reading this book, and thank you for representing neurodiversity the way you do in your books!
Favourite quotes and scenes:
🎨 “Maybe I should get a T-shirt that says, “When in doubt, snark it out” because, apparently, it’s my go-to fallback for any remotely uncomfortable situation.”
🎨 “Oh, everybody thinks they have something these days.”, Ada’s mom, about her dyslexia. - I felt this deep in my bones. The way neurodivergence is simply dismissed when you’re a high masking person who doesn’t show the normal symptoms is real.
🎨 “It said that dyslexic people are more likely to use the right sides of their brains—for reading and just… thinking in general.” “Isn’t the right side of the brain more creative, like artistic and stuff?” Marcus asks. “Oh, that’s totally you, Ada,” Renee adds. “With all your drawing and painting.” - relatable, again.
🎨 “My favorite thing now is just cuddling up with her, a glass of wine, and a movie, then going to bed early.”
🎨 “I’m gonna keep showing up for you. That’s what you do when you love someone, isn’t it? Even when it’s hard. You just keep… showing up.”
🎨 “I promise to love the man you are and the man you’ll become. I promise to make you laugh and put up with all your bullshit and be your best friend. I love you.”, Nadine to Kai
🎨 “No matter how far we travel, no matter what happens, and no matter where life takes us… you’ll always be my home. And I promise to be yours. I promise to be everything you are to me for the rest of our lives. I love you with all my heart.”, Kai to Nadine
🎨 “Stupid shit forever.”
I absolutely adore Jesse. What a sweet, kind and loving character!! The way he makes Ada feel so seen, valued and understood is heartwarming. Especially the post-it note part!! It clearly shows how much she means to him. Ada literally is a snarky, funny and kind soul. She did piss me off at times with her high emotional walls, but her past explains why she’s built those walls to begin with. She’s a troubled mind, but Jesse makes sure she knows how amazing she is!
Thank you so much for the arc Hannah Brixton, I really enjoyed reading this book, and thank you for representing neurodiversity the way you do in your books!
Favourite quotes and scenes:
🎨 “Maybe I should get a T-shirt that says, “When in doubt, snark it out” because, apparently, it’s my go-to fallback for any remotely uncomfortable situation.”
🎨 “Oh, everybody thinks they have something these days.”, Ada’s mom, about her dyslexia. - I felt this deep in my bones. The way neurodivergence is simply dismissed when you’re a high masking person who doesn’t show the normal symptoms is real.
🎨 “It said that dyslexic people are more likely to use the right sides of their brains—for reading and just… thinking in general.” “Isn’t the right side of the brain more creative, like artistic and stuff?” Marcus asks. “Oh, that’s totally you, Ada,” Renee adds. “With all your drawing and painting.” - relatable, again.
🎨 “My favorite thing now is just cuddling up with her, a glass of wine, and a movie, then going to bed early.”
🎨 “I’m gonna keep showing up for you. That’s what you do when you love someone, isn’t it? Even when it’s hard. You just keep… showing up.”
🎨 “I promise to love the man you are and the man you’ll become. I promise to make you laugh and put up with all your bullshit and be your best friend. I love you.”, Nadine to Kai
🎨 “No matter how far we travel, no matter what happens, and no matter where life takes us… you’ll always be my home. And I promise to be yours. I promise to be everything you are to me for the rest of our lives. I love you with all my heart.”, Kai to Nadine
🎨 “Stupid shit forever.”
August 22, 2024
5⭐|5🌶|3🥵
I loved this book so much.
I loved Jesse, but I must say I loved Ada more 😎 She is so f*cking crazy.
Jesse's mom got sick, and he needs to come back to help her. It's been eight years since he left Lennox Valley to move to Australia. He left when his parents got divorced and also when he got heartbroken. And yes, I hated this girl. I generally don't like these kinds of women.
Ada needs a new roommate and OMG the people who were interested were delulu. I think that's the only word that describes them. Because crazy would be wrong. Ada is crazy, positive crazy, but these 3 candidates 🙈 It's too funny 🤣
Ada and Jesse have known each other since high school. Jesse is Marcus' (Ada's brother) best friend. Marcus is the only friend Jesse still has in Lennox.
Ada is so special. It's not her dyslexia that makes her special, she is just a wonderful person. She is very creative and she helps kids at the community center. But her parents don't understand her 😔 She has been back in Lennox Valley for one year now, after she traveled and after a bad ending in her relationship. Oh yes, I hated this 🍑🕳️.
I haven't checked how often the f-word is in this book, but definitely A LOT!!! 😁 And not only while they were talking or doing 🌶️
They needed a while til they did "it", but once they started, they couldn't stop 😱 They were like 🐇🐇 🤣
And the banter between them. OMG 🤣🤣🤣 It's just sooo good.
This book is part of a series, but it's not necessary to read book one first. But I'm sure you won't miss Jude and Olena, especially Jude 🥵
But honestly, sorry Jude, but I love Jesse more 😎 He is so sensitive, but he still knows how to handle crazy Ada.
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I loved this book so much.
I loved Jesse, but I must say I loved Ada more 😎 She is so f*cking crazy.
Jesse's mom got sick, and he needs to come back to help her. It's been eight years since he left Lennox Valley to move to Australia. He left when his parents got divorced and also when he got heartbroken. And yes, I hated this girl. I generally don't like these kinds of women.
Ada needs a new roommate and OMG the people who were interested were delulu. I think that's the only word that describes them. Because crazy would be wrong. Ada is crazy, positive crazy, but these 3 candidates 🙈 It's too funny 🤣
Ada and Jesse have known each other since high school. Jesse is Marcus' (Ada's brother) best friend. Marcus is the only friend Jesse still has in Lennox.
Ada is so special. It's not her dyslexia that makes her special, she is just a wonderful person. She is very creative and she helps kids at the community center. But her parents don't understand her 😔 She has been back in Lennox Valley for one year now, after she traveled and after a bad ending in her relationship. Oh yes, I hated this 🍑🕳️.
I haven't checked how often the f-word is in this book, but definitely A LOT!!! 😁 And not only while they were talking or doing 🌶️
They needed a while til they did "it", but once they started, they couldn't stop 😱 They were like 🐇🐇 🤣
And the banter between them. OMG 🤣🤣🤣 It's just sooo good.
This book is part of a series, but it's not necessary to read book one first. But I'm sure you won't miss Jude and Olena, especially Jude 🥵
But honestly, sorry Jude, but I love Jesse more 😎 He is so sensitive, but he still knows how to handle crazy Ada.
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September 2, 2024
Oh I loved this book so much!! I am always a sucker for brother's best friend books, and this did NOT disappoint!! Ada was such a fun, sassy, independent FMC and I really loved watching her drive and determination throughout the whole story! And Jesse's journey was so beautiful, and he stayed so protective and possessive in all the best ways!! These two were just so much fun to watch come together and learn more about each other! I absolutely loved how sweet and angsty this story was, and I just could not get enough of their relationship! And the side characters were just so fun, and such great parts of how the story was put together! Overall I just really loved this book, and I can't wait to read more from Hannah Brixton!! 4.5 stars; 4 chili peppers
Tropes:
- Brother's Best Friend
- Roommates
- Childhood Friends to Strangers to Lovers
- Forced Proximity
- Cinnadom MMC
- Black Cat FMC
Tropes:
- Brother's Best Friend
- Roommates
- Childhood Friends to Strangers to Lovers
- Forced Proximity
- Cinnadom MMC
- Black Cat FMC
September 12, 2024
Absolutely adore Jessie and Ada
Oh my gosh. This book had me absolutely caught from the dedication and my instalove for it turned into a forever love.
I loved all the characters involved, and the fact that the less-than-lovable characters didn’t make a huge appearance makes this book a great pallet cleanser from some of the heavier reads.
The banter these two keep up for the whole book was totally top tier and I found myself both cackling all over the place, and repeatedly going “hey! I say that too!”
I can also really, really appreciate that a couple people who needed to fix their problems, openly had those conversations with the people they needed to and the therapy rep for people with totally different issues to sort through was so nice to see.
I think this is one of my favorite friends to lovers books that I’ve read in a good while and I would highly recommend this to anyone who asks.
Oh my gosh. This book had me absolutely caught from the dedication and my instalove for it turned into a forever love.
I loved all the characters involved, and the fact that the less-than-lovable characters didn’t make a huge appearance makes this book a great pallet cleanser from some of the heavier reads.
The banter these two keep up for the whole book was totally top tier and I found myself both cackling all over the place, and repeatedly going “hey! I say that too!”
I can also really, really appreciate that a couple people who needed to fix their problems, openly had those conversations with the people they needed to and the therapy rep for people with totally different issues to sort through was so nice to see.
I think this is one of my favorite friends to lovers books that I’ve read in a good while and I would highly recommend this to anyone who asks.
August 25, 2024
ARC Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75
🌶️🌶️🌶️
Jesse’s Girl was everything! With the way these characters were written, you can’t help but fall and root for Jesse and Ada. Their chemistry and character growth was amazing!
The storyline was solid; filled with banter, snark and even nostalgic moments that made me smirk often.
This dual POV, brother’s best friend romance also has dyslexia representation that was beautifully written. I love the way Jesse was so considerate and the gestures he made, big or small, were so sweet. I might’ve shed a tear or two.
I you enjoy your romance with a side of snark that will make you smile, I highly recommend this book!
Buckle up Buttercup! You’re in for a ride on rainbow road! (Iykyk)
I would like to thank Hannah Brixton for the opportunity to arc read and review Jesse’s Girl.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75
🌶️🌶️🌶️
Jesse’s Girl was everything! With the way these characters were written, you can’t help but fall and root for Jesse and Ada. Their chemistry and character growth was amazing!
The storyline was solid; filled with banter, snark and even nostalgic moments that made me smirk often.
This dual POV, brother’s best friend romance also has dyslexia representation that was beautifully written. I love the way Jesse was so considerate and the gestures he made, big or small, were so sweet. I might’ve shed a tear or two.
I you enjoy your romance with a side of snark that will make you smile, I highly recommend this book!
Buckle up Buttercup! You’re in for a ride on rainbow road! (Iykyk)
I would like to thank Hannah Brixton for the opportunity to arc read and review Jesse’s Girl.
September 12, 2024
✨Jesse’s Girl✨
Jesse and Ada
5⭐️
3🌶️
🩵 Brother’s Best Friend
🩵 8 years apart
🩵 Summer Roommates
🩵 He Falls First
🩵 Black Cat FMC/ Cinnamon MMC
When Jesse’s summer plans to travel get turned into an emergency flight home, he never expects he’ll want to stay.
Ada never thought she’d end up being roommates with her brother’s best friend, who has been gone for 8 years.
Who would have thought that their circumstances would lead to Jesse finally feeling like he’s home, like he found a new version of being home.
My favourite quote;
“My heart didn’t break when I thought about leaving my job. But it almost broke thinking about leaving you.”
I was routing so hard for Jesse. I loved the banter, I loved the chemistry, I loved the ride and I love them. Amazing read @hannah.brixton!
Jesse and Ada
5⭐️
3🌶️
🩵 Brother’s Best Friend
🩵 8 years apart
🩵 Summer Roommates
🩵 He Falls First
🩵 Black Cat FMC/ Cinnamon MMC
When Jesse’s summer plans to travel get turned into an emergency flight home, he never expects he’ll want to stay.
Ada never thought she’d end up being roommates with her brother’s best friend, who has been gone for 8 years.
Who would have thought that their circumstances would lead to Jesse finally feeling like he’s home, like he found a new version of being home.
My favourite quote;
“My heart didn’t break when I thought about leaving my job. But it almost broke thinking about leaving you.”
I was routing so hard for Jesse. I loved the banter, I loved the chemistry, I loved the ride and I love them. Amazing read @hannah.brixton!
August 13, 2024
Hannah hit the mark again! I ARC read Hey Jude and was super fortunate to be selected again to ARC read Jesse's Girl.
These two snarky little bitches are fantastic. I barked a number of out loud laughs as I was smashing through this one. I also enjoyed the imagery of a horny little gremlin drunk at the wheel.
There's something about Hannah's writing that is so relatable for me. The characters are real, they're flawed and they're fucking funny. They genuinely feel like people I would be friends with, considering I too, am a snarky little bitch.
Hannah also has a fresh take on some of the micro tropes we love in book:
-the 'fuck it' moment x3 (one is completely unspoken but you can FEEEEEL it)
-breeding kinks
I am hoping we get an extended epilogue for Jesse's Girl, because I want more of these two. More, more, more please.
These two snarky little bitches are fantastic. I barked a number of out loud laughs as I was smashing through this one. I also enjoyed the imagery of a horny little gremlin drunk at the wheel.
There's something about Hannah's writing that is so relatable for me. The characters are real, they're flawed and they're fucking funny. They genuinely feel like people I would be friends with, considering I too, am a snarky little bitch.
Hannah also has a fresh take on some of the micro tropes we love in book:
-the 'fuck it' moment x3 (one is completely unspoken but you can FEEEEEL it)
-breeding kinks
I am hoping we get an extended epilogue for Jesse's Girl, because I want more of these two. More, more, more please.
August 15, 2024
F**k I love you and your unique humour and banter and ability to make me laugh, cry and feel so many different emotions! For your second book, you knocked it out of the park, I loved how you used their physical connection, to really allow their walls to fall down and fall in love, but in ways that truly accepted their messiness and flaws and just never made each other change but stood by one another and fought through to get their happy ending! Thank you for the ARC of this book! Truly thank you so much :) 🥹
August 17, 2024
I had the pleasure of being an ARC reader for this book. I was so excited to read it and it definitely didn't disappoint.
God, I love and hate the awkward tension between Jesse and Ada in the first half of the book. I genuinely gave me seconhand embarrasment (in a good way🤣). When they finally give in to their attraction though? Oooof 🥵
Jesse is such a sweet golden retriever MMC... with a filthy fucking mouth.
Ada, I absolutely love her. Her hair, her sass, her one liners.
I love that they've been friends since they were kids and we get a glimpse of some of those stories.
Ada's relationship with her brother makes me laugh & it's so wholesome.
The only thing I wish we got more of, was Ada's growing confidence in her art. It was such a good book though!
God, I love and hate the awkward tension between Jesse and Ada in the first half of the book. I genuinely gave me seconhand embarrasment (in a good way🤣). When they finally give in to their attraction though? Oooof 🥵
Jesse is such a sweet golden retriever MMC... with a filthy fucking mouth.
Ada, I absolutely love her. Her hair, her sass, her one liners.
I love that they've been friends since they were kids and we get a glimpse of some of those stories.
Ada's relationship with her brother makes me laugh & it's so wholesome.
The only thing I wish we got more of, was Ada's growing confidence in her art. It was such a good book though!
August 31, 2024
I absolutely love this book! The banter and build up was excellent. Ada is such a bad ass! I love her snarkiness! Jesse is the spiciest cinnamon roll. Hannah Brixton created such a genuine connection between Ada and Jesse. It was so nice seeing these characters have these realistic joking moments. Friends to lovers might be my new favorite because of this book. I really enjoyed when you can feel the characters relationship and Hannah nailed it in this book, especially with Ada and her brother Marcus. Such a great read!!
September 11, 2024
I was lucky enough to alpha read this and then came back for more!! If you want your spicy rom com with a side of snark this is the one for you!! It's funny and smart, and fast paced. Ada and Jesse are so loveable but you also wanna shout "get your sh1t together!" The secondary characters are adorable too. I would recommend this to anyone who loves forbidden romance and friends to lovers because this is how it's done!
August 27, 2024
This FMC and I are the same person. I have never resonated so hard with a character; ever.
I loved Hey Jude with my whole heart, but Jesse’s girl?! A whole different level of love.
The banter in this book is unmatched, I laughed out loud multiple times while reading this. The spice do be spicing! The sweet moments had me in tears.
Hannah absolutely knocked this out of the park. Definitely one of my top reads of the year!
I loved Hey Jude with my whole heart, but Jesse’s girl?! A whole different level of love.
The banter in this book is unmatched, I laughed out loud multiple times while reading this. The spice do be spicing! The sweet moments had me in tears.
Hannah absolutely knocked this out of the park. Definitely one of my top reads of the year!
September 6, 2024
First of all, brother’s best friend will 👏always 👏get 👏me. Secondly, the snark and wit in this book had me giggling the whole time. If I wasn’t giggling, I was crying… because the mental health representation in this book is so good. I wanted to wrap Jesse (and Ada) in about 30 weighted blankets. This Slow Burn does not disappoint 😉. Hannah is becoming an instant read for me 5/5.
August 16, 2024
I smirked and giggled throughout this book.. the swearing only made it 100 times better 🤭🤭the snarky Ada, holy balls!!! and she had a man right there to match her energy! I loved it.
the banter was so good!
The mouth on Jesse?? Even better
the banter was so good!
The mouth on Jesse?? Even better
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