3.75 stars!
What I loved about the book:
1. Don’t let this cutie patootie cover fool you, this thing has some fantastic spice!!! Luca was such a sweet MMC, but he transformed into a dirty boy in the sack and I was HERE FOR IT. The first time this boy started talking, my eyebrows about flew off my face in surprise. The praise kink was strong with this one.
2. Both of our MCs were just sweet as could be.
Millie had a lot of humility, despite being part of a large pop sensation. She also made sure she used her fame and money to bring light to failing businesses, give those working around/for her gifts and appreciation, and to take care of her family. She was just so sweet.
Luca was the epitome of a golden retriever cinnamon roll MMC. Making the driver wait until she was in the lobby of her hotel, opening her car door for her every time, slowing down his steps so she didn’t have to rush to keep up with him, and keeping one flower from the bunch he gave her so he knew when to replace them. Such small but simple and beautiful things that make all the difference.
3. I liked how the angst wasn’t from the relationship, but from outside influences which was much more realistic than some of the communication issues we typically see in romance books. I also loved the cleanup of the issues with fans in this story; it was so sweet. Lastly, big thank you to the author for no third act breakup 🙌
4. I loved the various times different love languages were brought up. It wasn’t a focal point, but it was definitely addressed several times between the best friends as well as the FMC and MMC.
5. I won’t spoil anything, but I liked that the two women weren’t the same level of popularity with the fans, and the hurdles that caused. It felt realistic this way and created a different kind of conflict than we typically see in romance books.
6. I liked how good of a friend Kayla was with all of the issues. She was always there for Millie when she needed and was often the one putting her foot down with the label and fans, like a true ride or die. HOWEVER, she is most definitely hiding her own stuff from Millie! Must be juicy…
Asher, Luca’s friend, was also a fiery personality like Kayla. He also was the one who ultimately brought around the good idea at the end of the book, proving his worth and that he did care at least a little about people. I can’t wait to see their fires clash in the next book!
What I wasn’t a fan of:
1. I felt there was a lot of telling the reader rather than showing them the chemistry between the couple outside the bedroom. It wasn’t bad, they were both lovely people, but I didn’t really feel the connection outside of intimate times.
2. The characters didn’t seem like they were in their thirties from some of their actions. All 4 of the MCs read as maybe mid-twenties. Not a problem for me either way, just something that stood out to me.
Final Thoughts:
This is a great book if you are looking for lots of cute, fluffy moments, delicious spice, and realistic angst.
I can’t wait for book 2 in this duology. Luca and Millie were super sweet, but Kayla and Asher are going to be 🔥
Thank you to NetGalley, Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op, and Hailey Frost for the opportunity to read a copy of this book. The thoughts and opinions expressed above are honest and my own.