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In the Carolinas #2
Find Me Along the Shore
She’s just in town for the weekend.
He’s her brother’s best friend.
A burning attraction leads them to make a deal—one night only.
Harper is in Charleston, South Carolina for a bachelorette party. Needing the long weekend as a distraction, she’s ready for a few nights of no-strings fun.
Grayson appears to have it all—a retired hockey player who plays the dating field just as well as he did on the ice. After years of being uninterested in a relationship, a mystery woman catches his attention before slipping away.
When the mystery woman shows up for a charter cruise he’s running, Grayson can’t believe his luck. Only she turns out to be his best friend’s little sister, who he hasn’t seen in over a decade—Harper Kelley.
As sparks fly and innocent touches turn into an undeniable, simmering heat, Grayson and Harper make a deal. One night together before returning to their separate lives.
What happens when a major hurricane and their insatiable need for each other combine forces? A whirlwind romance that neither of them is expecting… or can deny.
He’s her brother’s best friend.
A burning attraction leads them to make a deal—one night only.
Harper is in Charleston, South Carolina for a bachelorette party. Needing the long weekend as a distraction, she’s ready for a few nights of no-strings fun.
Grayson appears to have it all—a retired hockey player who plays the dating field just as well as he did on the ice. After years of being uninterested in a relationship, a mystery woman catches his attention before slipping away.
When the mystery woman shows up for a charter cruise he’s running, Grayson can’t believe his luck. Only she turns out to be his best friend’s little sister, who he hasn’t seen in over a decade—Harper Kelley.
As sparks fly and innocent touches turn into an undeniable, simmering heat, Grayson and Harper make a deal. One night together before returning to their separate lives.
What happens when a major hurricane and their insatiable need for each other combine forces? A whirlwind romance that neither of them is expecting… or can deny.
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334 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 20, 2024
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September 18, 2024
Another slightly forbidden romance from Angel Anders' In The Carolinas series. This one is a little less taboo than a priest romance yet there was still a good dose of sneaking around and hidden sexy times.
Grayson and Harper haven't seen each other in years. He is her older brother's best friend, hence the bit of forbidden-ness They get thrown together for a weekend on his boat. Well, them and a bunch of sassy ladies for a bachelorette weekend. What could go wrong?
Well, how about a hurricane that forced her to stay after a one night stand they both are determined to forget? Sure makes things awkward when her plan is grounded and she ends up staying another night. They get along so well even with the chemistry still bubbling in the background. But when Harper agrees to stay for a bit to try working remotely, they aren't going to be resist for long. They are just too compatible.
I think this author does a good job keeping the story flowing and the banter and chemistry were done really well. I honestly think the relationship was enough to tell this story. So that made the suspense element a bit unnecessary. I thought it was sprinkled through the story okay yet there was no confrontation and it just ended...
It didn't seem dangerous enough or scary enough to cause 3rd Act drama. Which was blown up too much and then just... ended? Like.. their wasn't a great resolution to that. So I was left a tad unsatisfied.
Overall, this was a good experience though and I will continue this series.
4 stars
3 on the spice scale
CW: stalking, emotional abuse
*Thank you to Grey's Promo and the author for an ARC of this title.*
Grayson and Harper haven't seen each other in years. He is her older brother's best friend, hence the bit of forbidden-ness They get thrown together for a weekend on his boat. Well, them and a bunch of sassy ladies for a bachelorette weekend. What could go wrong?
Well, how about a hurricane that forced her to stay after a one night stand they both are determined to forget? Sure makes things awkward when her plan is grounded and she ends up staying another night. They get along so well even with the chemistry still bubbling in the background. But when Harper agrees to stay for a bit to try working remotely, they aren't going to be resist for long. They are just too compatible.
I think this author does a good job keeping the story flowing and the banter and chemistry were done really well. I honestly think the relationship was enough to tell this story. So that made the suspense element a bit unnecessary. I thought it was sprinkled through the story okay yet there was no confrontation and it just ended...
It didn't seem dangerous enough or scary enough to cause 3rd Act drama. Which was blown up too much and then just... ended? Like.. their wasn't a great resolution to that. So I was left a tad unsatisfied.
Overall, this was a good experience though and I will continue this series.
4 stars
3 on the spice scale
CW: stalking, emotional abuse
*Thank you to Grey's Promo and the author for an ARC of this title.*
September 14, 2024
Thank you SO much Angel and Greys Promo for the ARC of Find Me Along the Shore. I absolutely devoured this book and couldn’t put it down!!
Find Me Along the Shore follows Harper, in town in Charleston for the weekend for her best friends bachelorette party; and Grayson, retired NHL star who also happens to be Harper’s big brother’s best friend. Harper grew up with a massive crush on Grayson, but hasn’t seen him in over a decade. Grayson now owns a boat charter company, and, as a favor to his best friend, offers to take the bachelorette party out for a day on their newest charter. The sparks are immediate, and Harper, reeling from a bad breakup with a psychotic ex-boyfriend, is ready to throw caution to the wind and have a one night stand with the man she’s always dreamed about.. and it is HOT.
A surprise hurricane leaves Harper stranded in town and staying with Grayson. These two must now deal with their rapidly growing feelings toward each other.. what could go wrong?
The banter was SO good, and this book checked off so many good tropes: brother’s best friend, close quarters, only one bed, age gap, and more. This book had me feeling all of the feels and I loved every minute of it.
Grayson Dempsey is such a golden retriever MMC and has cemented his spot in my top 5 book boyfriend list. I absolutely adored him and couldn’t get enough!!
Find Me Along the Shore is book 2 in an interconnected series but can be read as a stand-alone.
4.7/5 ⭐️
Find Me Along the Shore follows Harper, in town in Charleston for the weekend for her best friends bachelorette party; and Grayson, retired NHL star who also happens to be Harper’s big brother’s best friend. Harper grew up with a massive crush on Grayson, but hasn’t seen him in over a decade. Grayson now owns a boat charter company, and, as a favor to his best friend, offers to take the bachelorette party out for a day on their newest charter. The sparks are immediate, and Harper, reeling from a bad breakup with a psychotic ex-boyfriend, is ready to throw caution to the wind and have a one night stand with the man she’s always dreamed about.. and it is HOT.
A surprise hurricane leaves Harper stranded in town and staying with Grayson. These two must now deal with their rapidly growing feelings toward each other.. what could go wrong?
The banter was SO good, and this book checked off so many good tropes: brother’s best friend, close quarters, only one bed, age gap, and more. This book had me feeling all of the feels and I loved every minute of it.
Grayson Dempsey is such a golden retriever MMC and has cemented his spot in my top 5 book boyfriend list. I absolutely adored him and couldn’t get enough!!
Find Me Along the Shore is book 2 in an interconnected series but can be read as a stand-alone.
4.7/5 ⭐️
September 19, 2024
Angel Anders's “Find Me Along The Shore” is Book 2 in the series and an interconnected standalone. Whereas the first book tells the story of a priest and a married socialite, this one appears tamer in the plot, but the spice is still there.
I often gravitate to the brother’s best friend trope. It’s one of those tropes with forbidden and angst all built together, and this one had both.
When Grayson and Harper reconnect, Harper looks grown and much different than she did when she was a teen; Grayson is a goner. Even with the first hook-up, the story flowed almost as a slow burn. The romantic build-up is sweet and steamy as the two characters learn more about each other. There were several spice scenes. Grayson was quite the book boyfriend.
”Find Me Along The Shore” has a wee bit of suspense as Harper has some baggage in the form of an ex. But that’s where Grayson’s book Boyfriend-ability kicks in and how he handles all of it. “Find Me Along The Shore” was a good read.
I often gravitate to the brother’s best friend trope. It’s one of those tropes with forbidden and angst all built together, and this one had both.
When Grayson and Harper reconnect, Harper looks grown and much different than she did when she was a teen; Grayson is a goner. Even with the first hook-up, the story flowed almost as a slow burn. The romantic build-up is sweet and steamy as the two characters learn more about each other. There were several spice scenes. Grayson was quite the book boyfriend.
”Find Me Along The Shore” has a wee bit of suspense as Harper has some baggage in the form of an ex. But that’s where Grayson’s book Boyfriend-ability kicks in and how he handles all of it. “Find Me Along The Shore” was a good read.
September 27, 2024
I have a really hard time with novels that have sooo many s*x scenes in them, I feel like it really throws off an actual story line that is going good, but I feel a bit different about this one. This book is extremely spicy but I didn’t stay for the spice, I stayed for the storyline of Harper, Grayson, and Drake. I think the characters were well flushed out and Grayson and Harper make me want to scream! I love how manly and protective Grayson is. Thank you Angel for gifting me this ARC novel!
September 25, 2024
3.5⭐
I enjoyed the concept. Maybe I'm a bit disconnected from it having not read the first book in the series. I felt like there was more to the story I was missing.
Grayson was a stand up guy. Harper, due to her age was at times frustrating.
I enjoyed the concept. Maybe I'm a bit disconnected from it having not read the first book in the series. I felt like there was more to the story I was missing.
Grayson was a stand up guy. Harper, due to her age was at times frustrating.
September 23, 2024
I was lucky to receive an early copy of this. I enjoyed it for sure 4 stars! I wouldn’t mind reading all the books to come!
Angel does a great job and keeping you interested and building the love story behind the MMC and FMC!
Angel does a great job and keeping you interested and building the love story behind the MMC and FMC!
September 23, 2024
This was a great read! This also had so many of my favorite tropes
One bed
Brothers best friend
Age gap
Greyson is such a golden retriever MMC. Perfect book boyfriend.
One bed
Brothers best friend
Age gap
Greyson is such a golden retriever MMC. Perfect book boyfriend.
September 20, 2024
Best friend’s sister 😏
4.75 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spicy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This is the story of Grayson ex NHL player and his boyfriend little sister 🤭 where one night stand is not enough for our guy who had no idea who she was but hey sometimes you can't help who you fall for 😉
Spicy sweet romance with a bit of banter. I just love how he is with Harper and how her happiness is important to him. Harper had of course a crush on him when she was younger but of course him being the same age of her older brother nothing was going to happen until fate 🙌 brought them together even if some people were happy about it. Soo here we have besides like I said before banter, sweet, spice there's drama, suspense and her friends. They made me chuckle but most of all 2 people who belong together and how Harper find herself and her confidence.
Loved everything about this story. I don't want to spoil it but I highly recommend this story specifically if you like
Age gap
One night stand
His best friend’s sister
He falls first
Strong and sassy FMC
Golden retriever energy MMC
And he's a retired NHL player and captain of his own charter cruise this story is for you.
4.75 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spicy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This is the story of Grayson ex NHL player and his boyfriend little sister 🤭 where one night stand is not enough for our guy who had no idea who she was but hey sometimes you can't help who you fall for 😉
Spicy sweet romance with a bit of banter. I just love how he is with Harper and how her happiness is important to him. Harper had of course a crush on him when she was younger but of course him being the same age of her older brother nothing was going to happen until fate 🙌 brought them together even if some people were happy about it. Soo here we have besides like I said before banter, sweet, spice there's drama, suspense and her friends. They made me chuckle but most of all 2 people who belong together and how Harper find herself and her confidence.
Loved everything about this story. I don't want to spoil it but I highly recommend this story specifically if you like
Age gap
One night stand
His best friend’s sister
He falls first
Strong and sassy FMC
Golden retriever energy MMC
And he's a retired NHL player and captain of his own charter cruise this story is for you.
September 25, 2024
I received this ARC in return for an honest review. This story had the bones to be great, but it just was not executed well.
Let’s start with the positive. I like the premise of the story. Best friend’s sister comes to town, there’s a shady ex-boyfriend not quite going away, the main male character is a retired NHL hockey player, and it’s set at the beach. All of this was why I signed up for the ARC in the first place. It has so much potential to be a great story. Add in the hurricane and the two main characters getting stuck together for some time. That can go so far in the romance and spice department. But sadly, that’s all the positives I have.
The biggest thing this story was lacking was depth. Sometimes I also say this as “it needs to be fleshed out more”. The story read too choppy from scene to scene. There wasn’t enough depth to the story to make it flow nicely and really immerse you in the plot. This was also true for the characters. We didn’t really get to know them beyond the surface level. I felt like I read Grayson’s resume instead of meeting him as a friend. Harper was a little more dynamic with the background of the ex-boyfriend, but she was still lacking. So much could have been done by flashbacks to childhood give me some more insight to Harper’s crush on Grayson and frequent interactions with him in her life. There could have been more diving into each other’s hobbies more like the reading that came out of nowhere. What were they reading? How did they bond over that besides sitting with each other? We just needed more depth all around.
Next, the plot was weak and couldn’t hold its own against the spice. Again, the bones were there. Especially with the stalker storyline. I was waiting for a whole lengthy laying out of this stalker fiasco to this big finish, but it was rather disappointing. A little too straightforward. Even the relationship coming together was lackluster. It just didn’t feel real at any point. Plus, to be honest, the spice scenes weren’t even THAT great. They could barely hold their own alone.
Last, I was skimming by the end because Harper was beyond my last nerve. Her toward the end just did not make sense to me. It felt very childish and blown out of proportion. Maybe if the stalker storyline had been explored more it COULD have made some sense. Like, what if Grayson got really hurt? Or friends were threatened? Or his business suffered somehow? Ok, then maybe her actions make sense. But with the story as is, it just seemed immature and annoying.
Overall, Anders has a story in her, she just needs help filling in some of the spaces to make it magical. I’d be inte
Let’s start with the positive. I like the premise of the story. Best friend’s sister comes to town, there’s a shady ex-boyfriend not quite going away, the main male character is a retired NHL hockey player, and it’s set at the beach. All of this was why I signed up for the ARC in the first place. It has so much potential to be a great story. Add in the hurricane and the two main characters getting stuck together for some time. That can go so far in the romance and spice department. But sadly, that’s all the positives I have.
The biggest thing this story was lacking was depth. Sometimes I also say this as “it needs to be fleshed out more”. The story read too choppy from scene to scene. There wasn’t enough depth to the story to make it flow nicely and really immerse you in the plot. This was also true for the characters. We didn’t really get to know them beyond the surface level. I felt like I read Grayson’s resume instead of meeting him as a friend. Harper was a little more dynamic with the background of the ex-boyfriend, but she was still lacking. So much could have been done by flashbacks to childhood give me some more insight to Harper’s crush on Grayson and frequent interactions with him in her life. There could have been more diving into each other’s hobbies more like the reading that came out of nowhere. What were they reading? How did they bond over that besides sitting with each other? We just needed more depth all around.
Next, the plot was weak and couldn’t hold its own against the spice. Again, the bones were there. Especially with the stalker storyline. I was waiting for a whole lengthy laying out of this stalker fiasco to this big finish, but it was rather disappointing. A little too straightforward. Even the relationship coming together was lackluster. It just didn’t feel real at any point. Plus, to be honest, the spice scenes weren’t even THAT great. They could barely hold their own alone.
Last, I was skimming by the end because Harper was beyond my last nerve. Her toward the end just did not make sense to me. It felt very childish and blown out of proportion. Maybe if the stalker storyline had been explored more it COULD have made some sense. Like, what if Grayson got really hurt? Or friends were threatened? Or his business suffered somehow? Ok, then maybe her actions make sense. But with the story as is, it just seemed immature and annoying.
Overall, Anders has a story in her, she just needs help filling in some of the spaces to make it magical. I’d be inte
September 21, 2024
ARC Review: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
Release Day: 9/20/24
Blurb
She’s just in town for the weekend. He’s her brother’s best friend. A burning attraction leads them to make a deal—one night only.
Harper is in Charleston, South Carolina for a bachelorette party. Needing the long weekend as a distraction, she’s ready for a few nights of no-strings fun.
Grayson appears to have it all—a retired hockey player who plays the dating field just as well as he did on the ice. After years of being uninterested in a relationship, a mystery woman catches his attention before slipping away.
When the mystery woman shows up for a charter cruise he’s running, Grayson can’t believe his luck. Only she turns out to be his best friend’s little sister, who he hasn’t seen in over a decade—Harper Kelley.
As sparks fly and innocent touches turn into an undeniable, simmering heat, Grayson and Harper make a deal. One night together before returning to their separate lives.
What happens when a major hurricane and their insatiable need for each other combine forces? A whirlwind romance that neither of them is expecting… or can deny.
I’m a sucker for a good slow burn romance. Harper & Grayson make a fantastic couple and are so open about their feelings for one another. Grayson helps & supports Harper throughout the book. Including her struggles with her crazy ex without coming off as a caveman (even if he might want to be). He’s caring, compassionate, and let’s not forget mister romantic. Grayson truly puts Harper first & gives her the space she needs to process even at the expense of his heart.
I love the age gap. As I said, Harper is trying to figure out what she wants to do with her life. Grayson is older, and has established roots. I love that he makes space for her in his home & helps ground her. I also love that they think they are keeping their relationship a secret from Liam when he’s known all along.
I highly recommend this book! Check out @angelandersbooks for more of her work! 🩷
Thank you Angel and @greyspromo for the opportunity to read this ARC. It did not disappoint!
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
Release Day: 9/20/24
Blurb
She’s just in town for the weekend. He’s her brother’s best friend. A burning attraction leads them to make a deal—one night only.
Harper is in Charleston, South Carolina for a bachelorette party. Needing the long weekend as a distraction, she’s ready for a few nights of no-strings fun.
Grayson appears to have it all—a retired hockey player who plays the dating field just as well as he did on the ice. After years of being uninterested in a relationship, a mystery woman catches his attention before slipping away.
When the mystery woman shows up for a charter cruise he’s running, Grayson can’t believe his luck. Only she turns out to be his best friend’s little sister, who he hasn’t seen in over a decade—Harper Kelley.
As sparks fly and innocent touches turn into an undeniable, simmering heat, Grayson and Harper make a deal. One night together before returning to their separate lives.
What happens when a major hurricane and their insatiable need for each other combine forces? A whirlwind romance that neither of them is expecting… or can deny.
I’m a sucker for a good slow burn romance. Harper & Grayson make a fantastic couple and are so open about their feelings for one another. Grayson helps & supports Harper throughout the book. Including her struggles with her crazy ex without coming off as a caveman (even if he might want to be). He’s caring, compassionate, and let’s not forget mister romantic. Grayson truly puts Harper first & gives her the space she needs to process even at the expense of his heart.
I love the age gap. As I said, Harper is trying to figure out what she wants to do with her life. Grayson is older, and has established roots. I love that he makes space for her in his home & helps ground her. I also love that they think they are keeping their relationship a secret from Liam when he’s known all along.
I highly recommend this book! Check out @angelandersbooks for more of her work! 🩷
Thank you Angel and @greyspromo for the opportunity to read this ARC. It did not disappoint!
September 27, 2024
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️. 5
I instantly fell in love with Grayson and Harper. Their characters were so easy to laugh along with and just enjoy being around them. That's how great Angel's writing was.
This was Off Limits, Best Friend's Sister, Age Gap and Close Proximity.
Grayson has had a successful life as a sports player and now enjoying time on the ocean. His best friend Liam asked if he could accommodate Harper in having a bachelorette party on his boat. Grayson hasn't seen her over 10 years.
Harper has luckily escaped a bug red flag relationship. Unfortunately he is hassling her to get back. This party for her bestie couldn't have come at a better time.
Out on of the night Harper and Grayson eyes meet and Grayson was hypnotised. He has found his dream woman and... Did she just run away from him? I loved how he was confused haha.
So when his dream woman turns up as Harper, his dreams are slashed.
I was all for the flirting and teasing the both did, knowing it can't go any further. Until the sizzling tension snaps and they struck a deal.
I loved how easily their relationship build up slowly. After their ONS it was a torturous slow burn. It also was nice that their love was built on so much more than just smexy times.
There is a 3rd act break up but does get resolved within a month.
The support from friends on both sides was endearing. But my favourite part was how Grayson planned out a perfect first date 😍 and how he spent each day showing Harper, her worth. Oh, yeah her ex isn't finished with her 😲.
Great rwad full of butterflies in my tummy, laughter, swooning, Little drama, great friendship, beautiful love and hot hot spice.
I need to read Lachlan's story and see what that's all about. I do have 1 issue, why wouldn't Lachlan see Harper? I never understood or got answers for that.
“So come back to me. Find me along the shore. I waited thirty-five years to find the love of my life, and I’ll wait even longer for you to realize I’m yours too.”
🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️. 5
I instantly fell in love with Grayson and Harper. Their characters were so easy to laugh along with and just enjoy being around them. That's how great Angel's writing was.
This was Off Limits, Best Friend's Sister, Age Gap and Close Proximity.
Grayson has had a successful life as a sports player and now enjoying time on the ocean. His best friend Liam asked if he could accommodate Harper in having a bachelorette party on his boat. Grayson hasn't seen her over 10 years.
Harper has luckily escaped a bug red flag relationship. Unfortunately he is hassling her to get back. This party for her bestie couldn't have come at a better time.
Out on of the night Harper and Grayson eyes meet and Grayson was hypnotised. He has found his dream woman and... Did she just run away from him? I loved how he was confused haha.
So when his dream woman turns up as Harper, his dreams are slashed.
I was all for the flirting and teasing the both did, knowing it can't go any further. Until the sizzling tension snaps and they struck a deal.
I loved how easily their relationship build up slowly. After their ONS it was a torturous slow burn. It also was nice that their love was built on so much more than just smexy times.
There is a 3rd act break up but does get resolved within a month.
The support from friends on both sides was endearing. But my favourite part was how Grayson planned out a perfect first date 😍 and how he spent each day showing Harper, her worth. Oh, yeah her ex isn't finished with her 😲.
Great rwad full of butterflies in my tummy, laughter, swooning, Little drama, great friendship, beautiful love and hot hot spice.
I need to read Lachlan's story and see what that's all about. I do have 1 issue, why wouldn't Lachlan see Harper? I never understood or got answers for that.
“So come back to me. Find me along the shore. I waited thirty-five years to find the love of my life, and I’ll wait even longer for you to realize I’m yours too.”
September 19, 2024
ARC Review!
Overall: 4/5
Smut/Spice: 2/5
I'm extremely grateful to have received this ARC for her second book in this series and her second book in general! Brother's best friend is one of my favorite tropes and I was so excited to dive straight into this one.
Harper comes to South Carolina on a bachelorette trip and runs into Grayson who has been her crush since childhood. She does come with a past that continues to haunt her. Grayson is her older brother's best friend. He's a retired NHL Captain and now owns a boat business that specializes in bachelorette parties and other events. Harper is trying to run from her past, out her life together but also fall in love. Grayson knows that Harper is the one for him, but can he convince her of that?
After reading Angel's first book, I've come to notice that towards end of the book is where my heartbreaks.. But, she also finds a way to mend my heart right back together. I wish the drama was sprinkled more throughout the book as it was a little piece until right at the 3rd part of the book.
I loved the banter between them, the back stories and how their relationship ended up turning out. The epilogue though.. that was my favorite part! I adore Grayson and Harper and I can't wait until she writes more because I look forward to seeing them in her other books. You've done it again Angel Anders! I can't wait for more because I devoured this book faster than I have in a long time. Grayson is going to be on my mind for a long time now as one of my favorite book boyfriends!
Tropes:
- One Bed
- Brother's Best Friend
- One Night Stand
- Age Gap
- Touch her and die MMC
Favorite Quotes:
"I found the life I'm meant to be living." - Harper
"I have a date tomorrow night with my future wife." - Grayson
Overall: 4/5
Smut/Spice: 2/5
I'm extremely grateful to have received this ARC for her second book in this series and her second book in general! Brother's best friend is one of my favorite tropes and I was so excited to dive straight into this one.
Harper comes to South Carolina on a bachelorette trip and runs into Grayson who has been her crush since childhood. She does come with a past that continues to haunt her. Grayson is her older brother's best friend. He's a retired NHL Captain and now owns a boat business that specializes in bachelorette parties and other events. Harper is trying to run from her past, out her life together but also fall in love. Grayson knows that Harper is the one for him, but can he convince her of that?
After reading Angel's first book, I've come to notice that towards end of the book is where my heartbreaks.. But, she also finds a way to mend my heart right back together. I wish the drama was sprinkled more throughout the book as it was a little piece until right at the 3rd part of the book.
I loved the banter between them, the back stories and how their relationship ended up turning out. The epilogue though.. that was my favorite part! I adore Grayson and Harper and I can't wait until she writes more because I look forward to seeing them in her other books. You've done it again Angel Anders! I can't wait for more because I devoured this book faster than I have in a long time. Grayson is going to be on my mind for a long time now as one of my favorite book boyfriends!
Tropes:
- One Bed
- Brother's Best Friend
- One Night Stand
- Age Gap
- Touch her and die MMC
Favorite Quotes:
"I found the life I'm meant to be living." - Harper
"I have a date tomorrow night with my future wife." - Grayson
September 20, 2024
✨FIND ME ALONG THE SHORE ✨
🚦potential spoilers🚦
Ok I so loved these two! Right off the bat the banter made me LOL more then once😅 and I will always love when cute nicknames are involved in any story.
In this book we get to follow the rollercoaster ride of Harper and Grayson as she picks up her life on a whem and moves in with her brothers best friend and end up falling in love of course. But what’s a good story without a little(or a lot)of drama😉but you’d have to read for yourself! Th is book is filled with so many swoon worthy moments.
Harper- is a take no shit from a man kind of woman! Who is also feisty in general and I’m here for it. Right away when she spotted red flags with her ex she split and never looked back. And I love that about her.
Grayson- is a “touch her and die vibes” man but a cinnamon roll only for Harper. And it’s easy to understand how you can easily fall heart first for him. The way he alway had Harper’s back without hesitation given her dilemma. He always made sure her feeling were validated. I really enjoyed learning about his background and instead of loathing in it, he embraced it with full acceptance and built the life for himself that he was proud of.
I wish there was a little more insight into Drake’s character and what he did that got him into the situation he was in or why he immediately went into stalker mode level 1000!
Fav Harper quote -"He's a hurricane of everything I need and want that I couldn't help but get swept up in. So yeah, I'm in love with Grayson and need to tell him all of this."❤️
Fav Grayson quote- “I'm going to f**k you like I hate you now, Red. But remember, I love you the most."🥵🥵
🚦potential spoilers🚦
Ok I so loved these two! Right off the bat the banter made me LOL more then once😅 and I will always love when cute nicknames are involved in any story.
In this book we get to follow the rollercoaster ride of Harper and Grayson as she picks up her life on a whem and moves in with her brothers best friend and end up falling in love of course. But what’s a good story without a little(or a lot)of drama😉but you’d have to read for yourself! Th is book is filled with so many swoon worthy moments.
Harper- is a take no shit from a man kind of woman! Who is also feisty in general and I’m here for it. Right away when she spotted red flags with her ex she split and never looked back. And I love that about her.
Grayson- is a “touch her and die vibes” man but a cinnamon roll only for Harper. And it’s easy to understand how you can easily fall heart first for him. The way he alway had Harper’s back without hesitation given her dilemma. He always made sure her feeling were validated. I really enjoyed learning about his background and instead of loathing in it, he embraced it with full acceptance and built the life for himself that he was proud of.
I wish there was a little more insight into Drake’s character and what he did that got him into the situation he was in or why he immediately went into stalker mode level 1000!
Fav Harper quote -"He's a hurricane of everything I need and want that I couldn't help but get swept up in. So yeah, I'm in love with Grayson and need to tell him all of this."❤️
Fav Grayson quote- “I'm going to f**k you like I hate you now, Red. But remember, I love you the most."🥵🥵
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 26, 2024
✨Review Contains Minor Spoilers✨
This book was an okay read. It kept my interest and I thought the writing was better than the author’s first book of the series.
What I liked:
Harper is very sweet. I found her engaging. Grayson was so romantic. I loved his planned dates and he treated Harper like a Queen. They had great chemistry, good banter, and the spice was spicing.
What I didn’t like:
I’m not a fan of third act breakups that are run of the mill, I don’t want to drag you down, ruin your life, you deserve better etc. unless there is like a VERY good reason for it. This happens with Grayson and Harper toward the end and I just felt it was angst filler, though it doesn’t last too long and does open the door to resolve Liam’s feelings over Grayson dating Harper.
What I wanted more of:
I felt the story line was just so-so. The majority of the book is just Harper and Grayson hanging out. And yes, they are sweet and the spice is spicing, but we have Harper’s ex constantly calling and texting and harassing and I feel that plot point was just not used enough. The book gives you the feeling it could be more romantic suspense but the turmoil with the ex just kinda ends and doesn’t have that exciting what’s going to happen factor and left me wanting. There is some drama but I was just hoping for more.
I felt the same way with the authors first book of this series and I think I just need to realize that while Angel likes to add a bit of danger and what if to her stories, she is not a full blown romantic suspense author.
Having said all this, this was a very cute and sweet contemporary read that I think many would enjoy.
This book was an okay read. It kept my interest and I thought the writing was better than the author’s first book of the series.
What I liked:
Harper is very sweet. I found her engaging. Grayson was so romantic. I loved his planned dates and he treated Harper like a Queen. They had great chemistry, good banter, and the spice was spicing.
What I didn’t like:
I’m not a fan of third act breakups that are run of the mill, I don’t want to drag you down, ruin your life, you deserve better etc. unless there is like a VERY good reason for it. This happens with Grayson and Harper toward the end and I just felt it was angst filler, though it doesn’t last too long and does open the door to resolve Liam’s feelings over Grayson dating Harper.
What I wanted more of:
I felt the story line was just so-so. The majority of the book is just Harper and Grayson hanging out. And yes, they are sweet and the spice is spicing, but we have Harper’s ex constantly calling and texting and harassing and I feel that plot point was just not used enough. The book gives you the feeling it could be more romantic suspense but the turmoil with the ex just kinda ends and doesn’t have that exciting what’s going to happen factor and left me wanting. There is some drama but I was just hoping for more.
I felt the same way with the authors first book of this series and I think I just need to realize that while Angel likes to add a bit of danger and what if to her stories, she is not a full blown romantic suspense author.
Having said all this, this was a very cute and sweet contemporary read that I think many would enjoy.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 21, 2024
I know this is cliche but Find Me Along the Shore is a great beach read...it is fun and sweet. Who wouldn't fall in love with Harper and Grayson...or shall I say Red and Captain. The banter between these two is great and because Grayson is Harper's best friend the history is there.
There is always that one character that has a past and that would be Harper. Having an ex not wanting to give you up is one thing but officially having a stalker is another. Grayson, who is a retired hockey player, decided to do what he loves and that is own his own cruise line. This is how Harper comes back into Grayson's life and sparks start to fly.
It was supposed to be just one night of fun but ended up being more than just that. Both have an issue with communication (which I am not a fan of but in this case it wasn't bad) so each has there own way of trying to stay away from the other. Basically, both don't want to ruin each others relationship with Harper and her brother and Grayson and his best friend. Of course that didn't work and things heat up between the two.
Angel Anders has outdone herself with this fun and entertaining tale of found love. I mean who doesn't love an older brothers best friend story. I mean Grayson did try to resist..."What can I think of to make this bulge deflate? Cats...My grandma...My grandma and her cat...My grandma and a dozen cats..."
This is book 2 of the In The Carolinas series and by no means does book 1 need to be read, however, I do highly recommend reading Forgive Me For My Sin.
There is always that one character that has a past and that would be Harper. Having an ex not wanting to give you up is one thing but officially having a stalker is another. Grayson, who is a retired hockey player, decided to do what he loves and that is own his own cruise line. This is how Harper comes back into Grayson's life and sparks start to fly.
It was supposed to be just one night of fun but ended up being more than just that. Both have an issue with communication (which I am not a fan of but in this case it wasn't bad) so each has there own way of trying to stay away from the other. Basically, both don't want to ruin each others relationship with Harper and her brother and Grayson and his best friend. Of course that didn't work and things heat up between the two.
Angel Anders has outdone herself with this fun and entertaining tale of found love. I mean who doesn't love an older brothers best friend story. I mean Grayson did try to resist..."What can I think of to make this bulge deflate? Cats...My grandma...My grandma and her cat...My grandma and a dozen cats..."
This is book 2 of the In The Carolinas series and by no means does book 1 need to be read, however, I do highly recommend reading Forgive Me For My Sin.
September 10, 2024
Man, you are telling me this is only Angel’s second book she has written? Because this book was spectacular! We get some suspense; some banter and lots of love. Honestly, that kitchen island didn’t stand a chance once these two decide to throw caution to the side and have one night. I mean Harper was going to be leaving Charleston after the bachelorette party was done anyways.
Harper has been in love with Grayson since she was 12 years old. Her brother’s best friend was the star hockey player, but she always saw him as just Grayson. She knew that there wouldn’t ever be anything between them and years go by before they see each other again. When she gets to Charleston for the party with her friends, she takes her maid of honor duties to heart and charters a cruise with Grayson’s company. What neither of them expect is mother nature showing up and making it so Harper can’t fly home. It is the time that they need to realize that there is so much more between them and neither want to let go. Protective Grayson is truly amazing as he learns a scorned ex is contacting Harper and when everything looks to be okay, it gets turned on its side. I love how confident Harper is. She is strong in who she is and strong to get away from a bad situation. Grayson is the perfect match for her and the glimpses of Lachlan, Cara and her brother Liam give us a glance at what is to come yet and I am here for all of it.
Harper has been in love with Grayson since she was 12 years old. Her brother’s best friend was the star hockey player, but she always saw him as just Grayson. She knew that there wouldn’t ever be anything between them and years go by before they see each other again. When she gets to Charleston for the party with her friends, she takes her maid of honor duties to heart and charters a cruise with Grayson’s company. What neither of them expect is mother nature showing up and making it so Harper can’t fly home. It is the time that they need to realize that there is so much more between them and neither want to let go. Protective Grayson is truly amazing as he learns a scorned ex is contacting Harper and when everything looks to be okay, it gets turned on its side. I love how confident Harper is. She is strong in who she is and strong to get away from a bad situation. Grayson is the perfect match for her and the glimpses of Lachlan, Cara and her brother Liam give us a glance at what is to come yet and I am here for all of it.
September 23, 2024
𝓐𝓡𝓒 𝓡𝓮𝓿𝓲𝓮𝔀
Find Me Along The Shore👙⚓️ by Angel Anders
Out Now!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️.5
I devoured this book in less than 24 hours and I wanted more from Grayson and Harper. This is the 2nd book in The Carolinas Noval series and can be read as a standalone. This was my first book by Angel but it will not be my last. I loved the banter and tension between Grayson and Harper it made the sparks fly in and out of the bedroom. I also loved the suspension part of this book and Harper looking over her shoulder while Grayson tried his best to be there for Harper 🧡.
The chemistry between these too was palpable and I could feel it through the pages from the first time Grayson laid eyes on Harper even when he didn’t recognize her. I loved that from the start of this book both Grayson and Harper were truthful and honest to each other. When a hurricane came in and canceled Harper’s flight she had no choice but to stay and that is how Grayson found her in a bar and convinced her to stay with him.
There was no holding back between these two they built their relationship on a friendship and talking about their feelings. Even with the miscommunication at the end of the book, Harper came back and groveled and fixed what had happened 🧡.
If you love age gap, brother’s best friend, one bed, and touch her and die vibes then this book is for you🧡!
Thank you, Angel Anders, and Greys Promo for the opportunity to read this ARC 🧡.
Find Me Along The Shore👙⚓️ by Angel Anders
Out Now!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️.5
I devoured this book in less than 24 hours and I wanted more from Grayson and Harper. This is the 2nd book in The Carolinas Noval series and can be read as a standalone. This was my first book by Angel but it will not be my last. I loved the banter and tension between Grayson and Harper it made the sparks fly in and out of the bedroom. I also loved the suspension part of this book and Harper looking over her shoulder while Grayson tried his best to be there for Harper 🧡.
The chemistry between these too was palpable and I could feel it through the pages from the first time Grayson laid eyes on Harper even when he didn’t recognize her. I loved that from the start of this book both Grayson and Harper were truthful and honest to each other. When a hurricane came in and canceled Harper’s flight she had no choice but to stay and that is how Grayson found her in a bar and convinced her to stay with him.
There was no holding back between these two they built their relationship on a friendship and talking about their feelings. Even with the miscommunication at the end of the book, Harper came back and groveled and fixed what had happened 🧡.
If you love age gap, brother’s best friend, one bed, and touch her and die vibes then this book is for you🧡!
Thank you, Angel Anders, and Greys Promo for the opportunity to read this ARC 🧡.
September 20, 2024
*4,5 stars*
My first read by the author but definitely won't be my last one as I thoroughly enjoyed reading the story that had a charm that kept me reading and wanting to know much more about the characters; it got me very curious to see how everything would play out. I loved the chemistry and playfulness between Grayson & Harper. And of course it was also situated in Charleston, a city I visited early this year and really loved the Southern charm. A great read!
As Harper comes back to Charleston for a bachelorette party for her friend, she's anxious to see Grayson again as he's chartering the boat for her and her friends but she's also looking forward to spend some time away from home as her ex doesn't seem to be able to let her go. Grayson loves his life and is quite the ladies man as he's not really looking for a relationship. When Harper comes back into town, it's been a long time since he's seen her but when they meet again, he can't really believe his eyes. There's an attraction between them that they both can't ignore but their lives are different. But some events happen and Harper decides to stay in town for a few more weeks. Feelings continue to grow stronger between them but some things are keeping them from taking a chance although there's an undeniable pull between them. Will they find their way to each other in the end?...
My first read by the author but definitely won't be my last one as I thoroughly enjoyed reading the story that had a charm that kept me reading and wanting to know much more about the characters; it got me very curious to see how everything would play out. I loved the chemistry and playfulness between Grayson & Harper. And of course it was also situated in Charleston, a city I visited early this year and really loved the Southern charm. A great read!
As Harper comes back to Charleston for a bachelorette party for her friend, she's anxious to see Grayson again as he's chartering the boat for her and her friends but she's also looking forward to spend some time away from home as her ex doesn't seem to be able to let her go. Grayson loves his life and is quite the ladies man as he's not really looking for a relationship. When Harper comes back into town, it's been a long time since he's seen her but when they meet again, he can't really believe his eyes. There's an attraction between them that they both can't ignore but their lives are different. But some events happen and Harper decides to stay in town for a few more weeks. Feelings continue to grow stronger between them but some things are keeping them from taking a chance although there's an undeniable pull between them. Will they find their way to each other in the end?...
September 27, 2024
A huge thank you to Angel and Greys Promo for the ARC of Find Me Along the Shore! I completely devoured this book and couldn’t put it down!
Find Me Along the Shore follows Harper, who’s in Charleston for the weekend to celebrate her best friend’s bachelorette party. Enter Grayson, a retired NHL star and Harper’s older brother’s best friend. Harper’s childhood crush on Grayson has only intensified after not seeing him for over a decade. Now, Grayson runs a boat charter company, and as a favor to his best friend, he offers to take the bachelorette group out for a day on his newest charter. Sparks fly instantly between Harper and Grayson, and with Harper still reeling from a messy breakup with her psychotic ex, she’s ready to let go and enjoy a one-night stand with the man she’s always dreamed of… and it is HOT.
A surprise hurricane leaves Harper stranded in Charleston, forcing her to stay with Grayson. As their feelings for each other grow, the tension between them skyrockets. What could go wrong?
The banter was spot on, and the book hit so many great tropes—brother’s best friend, close quarters, only one bed, age gap, and more. It had me feeling all the emotions, and I loved every minute of it.
Find Me Along the Shore is book two in a series, but it can be read as a standalone.
Find Me Along the Shore follows Harper, who’s in Charleston for the weekend to celebrate her best friend’s bachelorette party. Enter Grayson, a retired NHL star and Harper’s older brother’s best friend. Harper’s childhood crush on Grayson has only intensified after not seeing him for over a decade. Now, Grayson runs a boat charter company, and as a favor to his best friend, he offers to take the bachelorette group out for a day on his newest charter. Sparks fly instantly between Harper and Grayson, and with Harper still reeling from a messy breakup with her psychotic ex, she’s ready to let go and enjoy a one-night stand with the man she’s always dreamed of… and it is HOT.
A surprise hurricane leaves Harper stranded in Charleston, forcing her to stay with Grayson. As their feelings for each other grow, the tension between them skyrockets. What could go wrong?
The banter was spot on, and the book hit so many great tropes—brother’s best friend, close quarters, only one bed, age gap, and more. It had me feeling all the emotions, and I loved every minute of it.
Find Me Along the Shore is book two in a series, but it can be read as a standalone.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 20, 2024
I received a copy of this book from the publisher/author to review for Stephanie's Book Reports.
This is the story of Harper and Grayson. These two have known each other for a very long time. She is his best friend's little sister. However, they have not seen each other in a decade. Now she is back in Charleston for a bachelorette party. Things have been going on in her life and this weekend came at the perfect time. She is looking forward to having some no strings attached fun. Grayson is a retired NHL hockey pro. When he retired he moved back home and now owns a boat chartering company. He is more than happy to do his best friend a favor and take the bachelorette girls out on a day charter. When these two see each other again for the first time, Harper can't help but remember the crush she had on this man for the longest time and he is a little surprised to see her again. The sparks and innocent touches are flying all over the place and one night is what she needs with the guy she has always had a crush on to help her forget the beak up she is going through. But a hurricane has other plans for these two.
These two have some amazing banter that I loved reading. This is a quick and easy read that gives you the perfect escape for the afternoon.
This is the story of Harper and Grayson. These two have known each other for a very long time. She is his best friend's little sister. However, they have not seen each other in a decade. Now she is back in Charleston for a bachelorette party. Things have been going on in her life and this weekend came at the perfect time. She is looking forward to having some no strings attached fun. Grayson is a retired NHL hockey pro. When he retired he moved back home and now owns a boat chartering company. He is more than happy to do his best friend a favor and take the bachelorette girls out on a day charter. When these two see each other again for the first time, Harper can't help but remember the crush she had on this man for the longest time and he is a little surprised to see her again. The sparks and innocent touches are flying all over the place and one night is what she needs with the guy she has always had a crush on to help her forget the beak up she is going through. But a hurricane has other plans for these two.
These two have some amazing banter that I loved reading. This is a quick and easy read that gives you the perfect escape for the afternoon.
September 23, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌶️🌶️.5
If you love a steamy, age-gap romance with all the feels, Find Me Along the Shore will sweep you away! 🛥️💙 Harper has always had a crush on one of her older brother’s best friends Grayson, who is now a retired NHL star turned boat charter owner. When fate brings them together during a bachelorette party, Grayson doesn’t even recognize Harper at first—but the sparks fly instantly. 🔥
Fresh out of a bad breakup, Harper is ready to throw caution to the wind, and when they agree to just one night together, neither expects it to lead to more. But when a hurricane hits and Harper’s flight is canceled, they’re forced to confront their undeniable chemistry and be honest about their feelings.
What sets this story apart for me is how honest Harper and Grayson are from the start. No pretending, no holding back—they both lay their feelings out there and build a connection that feels genuine and real. Even though they’re thrown together unexpectedly, their bond is undeniable, and they truly understand and challenge each other in the best ways. If you love brother’s best friend romances and stories filled with tension, heart, and a bit of adventure, this one’s a must-read! 🌊❤️
If you love a steamy, age-gap romance with all the feels, Find Me Along the Shore will sweep you away! 🛥️💙 Harper has always had a crush on one of her older brother’s best friends Grayson, who is now a retired NHL star turned boat charter owner. When fate brings them together during a bachelorette party, Grayson doesn’t even recognize Harper at first—but the sparks fly instantly. 🔥
Fresh out of a bad breakup, Harper is ready to throw caution to the wind, and when they agree to just one night together, neither expects it to lead to more. But when a hurricane hits and Harper’s flight is canceled, they’re forced to confront their undeniable chemistry and be honest about their feelings.
What sets this story apart for me is how honest Harper and Grayson are from the start. No pretending, no holding back—they both lay their feelings out there and build a connection that feels genuine and real. Even though they’re thrown together unexpectedly, their bond is undeniable, and they truly understand and challenge each other in the best ways. If you love brother’s best friend romances and stories filled with tension, heart, and a bit of adventure, this one’s a must-read! 🌊❤️
September 12, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - 4.5 stars
🌶🌶 - Spice Level
Harper is Grayson's best friend's sister. She's coming to Carolina with a Bachelorette party, which will be using Grayson's charter boat company. Grayson's a retired hockey player who has now used his investments wisely, running his business and living along the beach. Grayson is taken and captivated by Red. After the party they get busy at his place. There's a storm coming that grounds her flight back out to Florida, and Grayson offers for her to stay longer. As Harper is being stalked by an ex-boyfriend, she clings to Grayson for shelter, support, and protection. The ex just doesn't get the hint.
Overall, the character development and slow burn are on point between the two as forbidden since this crosses a friendship line for Grayson and Harper's brother. The way Harper sticks around and Grayson makes a place for her in his life is swoon-worthy. The spicy scenes are nice and hot 🥵. The villian suspense part doesn't feel needed, truly, in my opinion, but does get resolved. What's in the safe?
For a new to me author, this was good. I'll remember the author.
Thank you, author, for the ARC.
Release Date: September 20, 2024
🌶🌶 - Spice Level
Harper is Grayson's best friend's sister. She's coming to Carolina with a Bachelorette party, which will be using Grayson's charter boat company. Grayson's a retired hockey player who has now used his investments wisely, running his business and living along the beach. Grayson is taken and captivated by Red. After the party they get busy at his place. There's a storm coming that grounds her flight back out to Florida, and Grayson offers for her to stay longer. As Harper is being stalked by an ex-boyfriend, she clings to Grayson for shelter, support, and protection. The ex just doesn't get the hint.
Overall, the character development and slow burn are on point between the two as forbidden since this crosses a friendship line for Grayson and Harper's brother. The way Harper sticks around and Grayson makes a place for her in his life is swoon-worthy. The spicy scenes are nice and hot 🥵. The villian suspense part doesn't feel needed, truly, in my opinion, but does get resolved. What's in the safe?
For a new to me author, this was good. I'll remember the author.
Thank you, author, for the ARC.
Release Date: September 20, 2024
September 27, 2024
ARC Review
Find Me Along The Shore by Angel Anders is a sweet love story between a girl and her older brother's best friend. Only visiting Charleston for a bachelorette trip with her friends for the weekend, Harper decides to have one crazy night after a bad breakup. She just didn't expect it to be with her brother's best friend aka the guy she had a crush on when she was 12. This story follows how their relationship develops after that one night.
Rating : ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Spice level : 🌶️🌶️.5
I'm so thankful for the opportunity to be ARC reader for this book. It was so fun to dive into and learn about the characters. I gave this book 3 stars because it has so many micro tropes that I love, like brother's best friend and age gap romance. Overall I wasn't a big fan of the story line. I think that the writing was good, but I needed the characters to be a bit more dynamic and I was just left wanting more. While it isn't going on my list of favorites, Grayson IS going on my list of top ten book boyfriends. I would recommend if you need a nice sweet and light romance book to make you feel good after reading it.
Find Me Along The Shore by Angel Anders is a sweet love story between a girl and her older brother's best friend. Only visiting Charleston for a bachelorette trip with her friends for the weekend, Harper decides to have one crazy night after a bad breakup. She just didn't expect it to be with her brother's best friend aka the guy she had a crush on when she was 12. This story follows how their relationship develops after that one night.
Rating : ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Spice level : 🌶️🌶️.5
I'm so thankful for the opportunity to be ARC reader for this book. It was so fun to dive into and learn about the characters. I gave this book 3 stars because it has so many micro tropes that I love, like brother's best friend and age gap romance. Overall I wasn't a big fan of the story line. I think that the writing was good, but I needed the characters to be a bit more dynamic and I was just left wanting more. While it isn't going on my list of favorites, Grayson IS going on my list of top ten book boyfriends. I would recommend if you need a nice sweet and light romance book to make you feel good after reading it.
September 12, 2024
4.25 out of 5 but rounded up.
This book is about Harper and Grayson. He’s her older brothers best friend, and she’s had a crush on him since she was 12. Harper just got out of a relationship and is now dealing with a crazy ex. Grayson is a retired professional hockey player who now owns a charter cruise company. Her and friends get to have their bachelorette party on one of his boats, but they haven’t seen each other in 10 years. It’s instant sparks and connection for both of them, but can they do more than one night? She lives in another state and he doesn’t do relationships. An upcoming hurricane forces her to stay and this progress from there. All this while dealing with outside forces/mild suspense that could tear them apart.
I enjoyed this one and was happy to see Lachlan and Avery from book one in this series. Grayson was utter perfection in this and such a protector. Harper was definitely acting her age at some points and her reasoning for the third act breakup annoyed me, but in glad they figured it out.
This book is about Harper and Grayson. He’s her older brothers best friend, and she’s had a crush on him since she was 12. Harper just got out of a relationship and is now dealing with a crazy ex. Grayson is a retired professional hockey player who now owns a charter cruise company. Her and friends get to have their bachelorette party on one of his boats, but they haven’t seen each other in 10 years. It’s instant sparks and connection for both of them, but can they do more than one night? She lives in another state and he doesn’t do relationships. An upcoming hurricane forces her to stay and this progress from there. All this while dealing with outside forces/mild suspense that could tear them apart.
I enjoyed this one and was happy to see Lachlan and Avery from book one in this series. Grayson was utter perfection in this and such a protector. Harper was definitely acting her age at some points and her reasoning for the third act breakup annoyed me, but in glad they figured it out.
September 17, 2024
🛳Best friend's sister
🛳One bed
🛳Age gap
🛳Multiple POV
🛳One night stand
🛳He falls first
🛳Retired NHL player
🛳Sassy FMC
🛳 Golden retriever energy
Find me Along the Shore is the second book in the "An In Carolinas" series, but can be read as a stand-alone.
Harper has had a crush on Grayson since she was 12 years old. Being as they are 10 years apart, they both went on to live their lives in separate states after moving away. She in Florida and he in a small town near Charlestown, South Carolina. They reconnect years later when Harper and her friends come into town for a bachelorette weekend. But this time, Grayson is the one who is feeling the feelies first.
Harper is confident and sassy, but also hesitant making her relatable and Grayson is dare I say perfect. He is so down to Earth, but also has a way of saying exactly the right things.
Overall, this is a good read if you are looking for a feel good romance with a little "ex" drama thrown in.
*This is an ARC Team review. My opinions are entirely my own.*
🛳One bed
🛳Age gap
🛳Multiple POV
🛳One night stand
🛳He falls first
🛳Retired NHL player
🛳Sassy FMC
🛳 Golden retriever energy
Find me Along the Shore is the second book in the "An In Carolinas" series, but can be read as a stand-alone.
Harper has had a crush on Grayson since she was 12 years old. Being as they are 10 years apart, they both went on to live their lives in separate states after moving away. She in Florida and he in a small town near Charlestown, South Carolina. They reconnect years later when Harper and her friends come into town for a bachelorette weekend. But this time, Grayson is the one who is feeling the feelies first.
Harper is confident and sassy, but also hesitant making her relatable and Grayson is dare I say perfect. He is so down to Earth, but also has a way of saying exactly the right things.
Overall, this is a good read if you are looking for a feel good romance with a little "ex" drama thrown in.
*This is an ARC Team review. My opinions are entirely my own.*
September 18, 2024
Harper is Grayson’s best friend’s younger sister. As a a favour, he allows her to book his cruise ship for a bachelorette party for free. When they finally meet in person (after more than ten years), there are immediate sparks!
While Harper is initially just staying for a short while, a hurricane steps in to save the day and she ends up spending more time with Grayson in close proximity at his beach home. In the past, Grayson has never thought of settling down but he soon realises that Harper is changing his mind!
I loved all the romantic gestures AND all the small gestures from Grayson. I can totally imagine how cozy they are together while reading or watching a movie together.
Every stage that they go through – from childhood crush to one night stand to friends and to more – was so beautifully written. As we move through chapter by chapter, it was easy to see (and believe) that they fell in love with each other, and equally easy for readers like me to fall in love with them.
While Harper is initially just staying for a short while, a hurricane steps in to save the day and she ends up spending more time with Grayson in close proximity at his beach home. In the past, Grayson has never thought of settling down but he soon realises that Harper is changing his mind!
I loved all the romantic gestures AND all the small gestures from Grayson. I can totally imagine how cozy they are together while reading or watching a movie together.
Every stage that they go through – from childhood crush to one night stand to friends and to more – was so beautifully written. As we move through chapter by chapter, it was easy to see (and believe) that they fell in love with each other, and equally easy for readers like me to fall in love with them.
September 20, 2024
I am absolutely IN LOVE with this book! A slight age gap (respectable and both well into adulthood), friends-to-lovers, with plenty of sexual tension from early on. The FMC, Harper, is a strong personality who knows what she wants and what she doesn’t, and realizes her heart is worth protecting. At least, until she runs into her brother’s BFF whom she’s had a crush on since age 12. The MMC, Grayson, is a former pro athlete turned charter boat captain, with an aim to help out the BFF’s little sister as she planned a bachelorette party. Once he sees her, the magic starts to happen! Having a protective nature over her from the start simply based on their history of having known each other for so long, but this makes it easy for them to comfortably gravitate towards one another and not ignore the burning fire.
With some of my favorite tropes, this book was an absolute delight to read. I had many moments where I laughed out loud, but it certainly invoked an array of emotion, which is something I love in a story.
With some of my favorite tropes, this book was an absolute delight to read. I had many moments where I laughed out loud, but it certainly invoked an array of emotion, which is something I love in a story.
September 27, 2024
Brothers best friend, Age Gap, friends to lovers three of my fave tropes. Grayson is Harper’s brother's best friend. Harper was in a relationship but just recently broke up with Drake when she saw that he was exhibiting some crazy mood swings and behavior. Her best friend Nicole is getting married and prior to her breakup she had made arrangements to go to South Carolina and have Nicole’s bachelorette with a couple of their friends. Grayson, who is a retired hockey player, owns a boat charter that with the help of Harper's brother she books for the day. They haven’t seen each other for ten years. It is insta lust for Grayson from this point forward and no one can stand in the way. Throughout the book we get to see how toxic Drake and Harpers relationship was. His continuous texts and phone calls and him not getting the hint that she is done plays a big role in the book. Grayson is a protector with a filthy mouth which is just swoon. It starts off as a one night thing but a hurricane that hits the coast forces Harper to stay for an additional day. This leads to both of them being able to get to know each other better and get reacquainted with each other, reading books on the sofa, beach walks, drinking wine and a first date that just put things into perspective. I love how nurturing Grayson was but without being too overpowering and letting Harper have her space to make her own decisions. Grayson's support is what everyone would hope for in a relationship.
September 12, 2024
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⭐️⭐️⭐️ - 4 stars
🌶🌶 🌶- Spice
One of my favorite tropes is brother's best friend and Find Me Along the Shore ticked that box immediately and I will say Grayson does not disappoint!
The banter in this book was something I really enjoyed and the character dynamics! This book also had a great relatability factor (at least to my own life) with some of Harper's tendencies and the support she has in this book.
Harper's displays of confidence are on a level I wish I could match but even she gets a little vulnerable which adds depth to this character. The best thing I could say about this book is the caring and communication really pull at my heart strings.
I honestly could've read this book without the villain part because the romance was that good!
Hold on to your hats because this book definitely was a hurricane!
**I was lucky enough to be given a copy of this book**
⭐️⭐️⭐️ - 4 stars
🌶🌶 🌶- Spice
One of my favorite tropes is brother's best friend and Find Me Along the Shore ticked that box immediately and I will say Grayson does not disappoint!
The banter in this book was something I really enjoyed and the character dynamics! This book also had a great relatability factor (at least to my own life) with some of Harper's tendencies and the support she has in this book.
Harper's displays of confidence are on a level I wish I could match but even she gets a little vulnerable which adds depth to this character. The best thing I could say about this book is the caring and communication really pull at my heart strings.
I honestly could've read this book without the villain part because the romance was that good!
Hold on to your hats because this book definitely was a hurricane!
**I was lucky enough to be given a copy of this book**
September 14, 2024
This small town, brothers best friend, age gap romance was a pleasant surprise. Harper has had a thing for her brothers best friend Grayson since she was 12. He left town and become a successful hockey star.
He now runs a charter cruise business and is leading a quiet life.
They meet again when she and her friends are on a bachelorette weekend and are scheduled to take a ride on his cruise boat. Sparks fly, and Mother Nature steps in to give these two a hand.
Grayson is a complete golden retriever when it comes to Harper. She’s trying to get her life together and deal with an ex, and Gray is there for her throughout it all. The spice is good and she gives as good as she gets 😉
I’m glad to have discovered this author and book. A good read that you’ll fly through easily. Thank you @angelandersbooks and @greyspromo for the e-ARC of this book. It’s the second in the series but can be read as a standalone.
Give it a go, add it to your TBR.
He now runs a charter cruise business and is leading a quiet life.
They meet again when she and her friends are on a bachelorette weekend and are scheduled to take a ride on his cruise boat. Sparks fly, and Mother Nature steps in to give these two a hand.
Grayson is a complete golden retriever when it comes to Harper. She’s trying to get her life together and deal with an ex, and Gray is there for her throughout it all. The spice is good and she gives as good as she gets 😉
I’m glad to have discovered this author and book. A good read that you’ll fly through easily. Thank you @angelandersbooks and @greyspromo for the e-ARC of this book. It’s the second in the series but can be read as a standalone.
Give it a go, add it to your TBR.
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