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Aspen Ridge #3
Love Me
Hannah
When my parents give me an ultimatum to settle down with my daughter’s father or they’ll sell the family business, which I’d hoped to inherit, my life crumbles around me. The man they expect me to marry? He has a secret life with a pregnant girlfriend in another city and zero interest in marrying me or stepping up as a father for our child. Luckily, the one man who hasn’t left my side since we were three, has a plan to fix it all. Marry him instead. It seems simple enough, but the attention he’s suddenly giving me is making me question everything.
Liam
I’ve been desperately in love with my best friend for years. Hannah may think we’re just role-playing to get her family to hand over the business she’s been running by herself, but there’s nothing fake about any of this for me. It’s time Hannah feels what it could be like to be with a real man who would do anything for her and her daughter. She just needs to open her eyes and finally see me. Because once I make her my wife, I’m not going anywhere.
**Love Me is book three in the interconnected Aspen Ridge Series and can be read as a standalone. HEA guaranteed!**
When my parents give me an ultimatum to settle down with my daughter’s father or they’ll sell the family business, which I’d hoped to inherit, my life crumbles around me. The man they expect me to marry? He has a secret life with a pregnant girlfriend in another city and zero interest in marrying me or stepping up as a father for our child. Luckily, the one man who hasn’t left my side since we were three, has a plan to fix it all. Marry him instead. It seems simple enough, but the attention he’s suddenly giving me is making me question everything.
Liam
I’ve been desperately in love with my best friend for years. Hannah may think we’re just role-playing to get her family to hand over the business she’s been running by herself, but there’s nothing fake about any of this for me. It’s time Hannah feels what it could be like to be with a real man who would do anything for her and her daughter. She just needs to open her eyes and finally see me. Because once I make her my wife, I’m not going anywhere.
**Love Me is book three in the interconnected Aspen Ridge Series and can be read as a standalone. HEA guaranteed!**
410 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 25, 2025
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Jenn Plummer
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A romantic at heart, Jenn has always been a lover of books, and is constantly dreaming up heart-wrenching stories that will have you reaching for tissues and make you blush.
When Jenn's not writing, she can be found reading a spicy romance novel, watching scary movies, and enjoying her quiet life in New England, living out her real-life romance story.
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March 26, 2025DNF at 80ish% unfortunately this one really wasn’t for me. I was very difficult to read the way Hannah treated Liam for majority of the book, the spice felt forced and honestly the book felt full of tropes for trope sake/shock value. I am in the minority but this wasn’t a book for me.
March 29, 2025
I genuinely loved Unravel Me when I read it last year. It was one of my favorite second chance romances books I had read in a while and I loved Sawyer and Ivy so much. I had been looking forward to this book since the beginning of this series with all the teasers we got of Liam and Hannah. I have loved friends to lovers so much lately but this one just wasn’t it. Unfortunately missed the mark for me for several reasons.
Liam was a sweet baby angel and he was by far the star of this show and the reason for the 3 stars. I do not think Hannah deserved him at all. He was absolute perfection. However, their relationship felt completely one sided until the very end of the book. Hannah was borderline insufferable. Her constant whiplash of her feelings got old, quick. Some of her comments legit pissed me off. From what we had seen in the previous two books, just wasn't what I was expecting from their relationship at all.
I didn't feel connected to either of the characters really, and didn't feel any chemistry between the characters, and at times it felt forced between them. The reason for the marriage of convenience felt sketch to me and didn't seem logical to me at all. As a single parent there was a comment Liam made that 100% pissed me off and I know that is probably a me thing, but in real life that is why so many single parents have issues, including myself. I get Levi was a whole POS, but stay in your lane Liam.
I did really enjoy Ms. Nettie in this book and she had me cackling out loud a couple times. Liam and Charlie were perfect and their relationship was adorable. I know there are more things but for now will leave it at this. Overall, just not my cup of tea.
Thank you to Jenn for the ARC.
Liam was a sweet baby angel and he was by far the star of this show and the reason for the 3 stars. I do not think Hannah deserved him at all. He was absolute perfection. However, their relationship felt completely one sided until the very end of the book. Hannah was borderline insufferable. Her constant whiplash of her feelings got old, quick. Some of her comments legit pissed me off. From what we had seen in the previous two books, just wasn't what I was expecting from their relationship at all.
I didn't feel connected to either of the characters really, and didn't feel any chemistry between the characters, and at times it felt forced between them. The reason for the marriage of convenience felt sketch to me and didn't seem logical to me at all. As a single parent there was a comment Liam made that 100% pissed me off and I know that is probably a me thing, but in real life that is why so many single parents have issues, including myself. I get Levi was a whole POS, but stay in your lane Liam.
I did really enjoy Ms. Nettie in this book and she had me cackling out loud a couple times. Liam and Charlie were perfect and their relationship was adorable. I know there are more things but for now will leave it at this. Overall, just not my cup of tea.
Thank you to Jenn for the ARC.
March 27, 2025
3⭐️ |3🌶️
Let me start off by saying I love the Aspen Ridge world Jenn has created. It’s always a comforting feeling diving into these books. But I will say, this book just fell flat for me 😭
I wanted to love it. I have loved getting glimpses of Liam & Hannah in past books and I was really excited for this story.
Unfortunately, this entire relationship for 90% of the book felt completely one sided. I felt all the love from Liam, and nothing from Hannah. There were things she did and said that completely ruined my perception of her and I felt like Liam deserved better.
I’m really excited to continue this series with Carter’s story. I love me a reformed playboy & I can’t wait to see what happens next.
Thank you Jenn Plummer for this ARC 🤍
Let me start off by saying I love the Aspen Ridge world Jenn has created. It’s always a comforting feeling diving into these books. But I will say, this book just fell flat for me 😭
I wanted to love it. I have loved getting glimpses of Liam & Hannah in past books and I was really excited for this story.
Unfortunately, this entire relationship for 90% of the book felt completely one sided. I felt all the love from Liam, and nothing from Hannah. There were things she did and said that completely ruined my perception of her and I felt like Liam deserved better.
I’m really excited to continue this series with Carter’s story. I love me a reformed playboy & I can’t wait to see what happens next.
Thank you Jenn Plummer for this ARC 🤍
October 23, 2025
DNF at 62%
This…was not for me. I had some issues with the actual story (Hannah was almost unbearable. Liam is way too good for her) and the writing itself just wasn’t that great. Everything was choppy and both bland and over exaggerated at the same time.
I can sort of understand Liam pining for Hannah from the sidelines for so many years. But she literally wasn’t in a real relationship with her baby daddy for that time, so what was the holdup? I’m not buying the parents’ reasoning for making her get married. I understand it’s fiction but still, this was a stretch.
The spice was decent but the intimacy felt forced.
I don’t think I’ll be continuing the series.
I received an eARC from the author.
This…was not for me. I had some issues with the actual story (Hannah was almost unbearable. Liam is way too good for her) and the writing itself just wasn’t that great. Everything was choppy and both bland and over exaggerated at the same time.
I can sort of understand Liam pining for Hannah from the sidelines for so many years. But she literally wasn’t in a real relationship with her baby daddy for that time, so what was the holdup? I’m not buying the parents’ reasoning for making her get married. I understand it’s fiction but still, this was a stretch.
The spice was decent but the intimacy felt forced.
I don’t think I’ll be continuing the series.
I received an eARC from the author.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 20, 2025
4.5/5⭐️
3/5🌶️
This was my first full length novel I’ve read by Jenn and I really loved it! Previously I had only read one of her novellas (Sweet Girl) but it immediately convinced me I needed to start reading more of her backlist.
Liam & Hannah’s story was so captivating from the very beginning. The way this man absolutely loved her & her daughter so whole heartedly was everything. While this was friends to lovers, I was actually happy to find out that they hadn’t been mutual pining all these years as I feel like that’s just the norm with friends to lovers. However, my only thing was I wish it didn’t seem like Liam loved Hannah SO much more. I get she realized her feelings a lot later on but I wasn’t feeling as much love & admiration from her towards Liam as I feel he deserved in the end… because let me just tell you, that man is PERFECTION.
Jenn makes you so easily fall in love with her writing and the world she’s created so far. I can’t wait to go back & read the first two books in the series after reading this one, but i especially can’t wait to read Carter’s book which is next in the series. I have a strong feeling he’ll be my fave 🤭
Thank you Jenn for the ARC!
- Small Town
- Childhood Friends to Lovers
- Single Mom
- Marriage of Convenience
- He Falls First/Boy Obsessed
- Secret Tattoo for Her
- He 💦 in his pants
3/5🌶️
This was my first full length novel I’ve read by Jenn and I really loved it! Previously I had only read one of her novellas (Sweet Girl) but it immediately convinced me I needed to start reading more of her backlist.
Liam & Hannah’s story was so captivating from the very beginning. The way this man absolutely loved her & her daughter so whole heartedly was everything. While this was friends to lovers, I was actually happy to find out that they hadn’t been mutual pining all these years as I feel like that’s just the norm with friends to lovers. However, my only thing was I wish it didn’t seem like Liam loved Hannah SO much more. I get she realized her feelings a lot later on but I wasn’t feeling as much love & admiration from her towards Liam as I feel he deserved in the end… because let me just tell you, that man is PERFECTION.
Jenn makes you so easily fall in love with her writing and the world she’s created so far. I can’t wait to go back & read the first two books in the series after reading this one, but i especially can’t wait to read Carter’s book which is next in the series. I have a strong feeling he’ll be my fave 🤭
Thank you Jenn for the ARC!
- Small Town
- Childhood Friends to Lovers
- Single Mom
- Marriage of Convenience
- He Falls First/Boy Obsessed
- Secret Tattoo for Her
- He 💦 in his pants
July 25, 2025
☕️🥃🧁🍩 Welcome back to Aspen Ridge ☕️🥃🧁🍩
Liam & Hannah’s story started with a teddy bear. 🧸
Find out what Liam does to prove he’ll do anything for Hannah and her daughter, Charlie. 🐶🐈
▶︎Edited to remove blurb & add review. Please be mindful reviews are subjective.◀︎
📝📝📝
STORY
🌟🌟🌟
SPICE
🌶️ mild
RECOMMEND
💳 yes*
**My Thoughts**
I’m probably in the minority here, but I thought “Love Me” by Jenn Plummer is just okay. I didn’t necessarily dislike it, but I also didn’t love it.
Even though I found Liam and Hannah’s story MEH, I of course believe there are readers who will absolutely love “Love Me.” Give their story a read and judge for yourself. As always, make sure you read the trigger warnings in case you are sensitive to certain content.
Happy Reading!
Liam & Hannah’s story started with a teddy bear. 🧸
Find out what Liam does to prove he’ll do anything for Hannah and her daughter, Charlie. 🐶🐈
▶︎Edited to remove blurb & add review. Please be mindful reviews are subjective.◀︎
📝📝📝
STORY
🌟🌟🌟
SPICE
🌶️ mild
RECOMMEND
💳 yes*
**My Thoughts**
I’m probably in the minority here, but I thought “Love Me” by Jenn Plummer is just okay. I didn’t necessarily dislike it, but I also didn’t love it.
Even though I found Liam and Hannah’s story MEH, I of course believe there are readers who will absolutely love “Love Me.” Give their story a read and judge for yourself. As always, make sure you read the trigger warnings in case you are sensitive to certain content.
Happy Reading!
March 24, 2025
Tropes-
Single Mom
Best Friend's to Lovers
Marriage of convenience
Small Town
He falls first
Boy obsessed
✨️I knew when I read Unravel Me that I was going to love this book. This is an interconnected standalone, but I definitely recommend reading Unravel Me first. They're both 5 star reads for me! I need to go back and read Crave Me asap. This book was everything. I fell for Liam so quickly. The way he is DOWN BAD for Hannah, and he would drop everything and be there for her in an instant 😍. I mean, he delivered her daughter she had from another man on her kitchen floor. He saw her through all her messy, and he was still obsessed with her. Ahh. I loved reading their love story blossom. I loved the tension and WOO, the SPICE when we got it 🥵🥵. 10 out of 10. I definitely recommend!
Thank you to Jenn Plummer and Luna Literary for the ARC for my honest review.
Releases tomorrow!!
Single Mom
Best Friend's to Lovers
Marriage of convenience
Small Town
He falls first
Boy obsessed
✨️I knew when I read Unravel Me that I was going to love this book. This is an interconnected standalone, but I definitely recommend reading Unravel Me first. They're both 5 star reads for me! I need to go back and read Crave Me asap. This book was everything. I fell for Liam so quickly. The way he is DOWN BAD for Hannah, and he would drop everything and be there for her in an instant 😍. I mean, he delivered her daughter she had from another man on her kitchen floor. He saw her through all her messy, and he was still obsessed with her. Ahh. I loved reading their love story blossom. I loved the tension and WOO, the SPICE when we got it 🥵🥵. 10 out of 10. I definitely recommend!
Thank you to Jenn Plummer and Luna Literary for the ARC for my honest review.
Releases tomorrow!!
March 11, 2025
An easy breezy, friends to lovers, fake marriage romp. Nothing terribly new here, but fits the Tropes to a "T"!
I would've expected more angst considering Liam's been pining seriously for her for 5 years; a bit more awkwardness at the beginning. But I guess he just figured to go "ham" and the overtly flirtatious route. There weren't any awkwardly angtsy moments, this was more lighthearted playfulness. Which is fun too since that's the vibe for this story.
Hannah aggravated me a lot though at how she couldn't clearly see how perfect he was, I mean he's basically like a father to her girl over the years anyway and he and his brothers do so much for her. Having all this she still thinks she's "lonely"? Girl, you have SO much, just look around at all the sweet hot guys you have supporting you! Then at one point she says she should do a one-night stand, not with him, just to "get the edge off"? Why!? She's fake engaged to a gorgeous guy who is pining for her in obvious ways, they kiss, she desires him, and she wants a one night stand with some random dude? I didn't connect with her thinking and just loved Liam so much. Felt he had to work so hard for this girl.
Besides all that, the fun is in the push and pull of them accepting more than them being in the friend zone. And the physical touches increase quite effortlessly. Their inevitability is never in question in this story, so it's a very "safe" fake marriage narrative. Low tension/stake. But it's still enjoyable and writing style is excellent. I always feel very engaged with them and love the brother bonds best!
I think I just feel Liam is too good for her haha, and how could she not see this angel of a man right in front of her all this time. At least in the end he gets her and can be happy, phew, he earned it! From the series that I've read so far I'd definitely recommend Unravel Me first, really loved that one!
I would've expected more angst considering Liam's been pining seriously for her for 5 years; a bit more awkwardness at the beginning. But I guess he just figured to go "ham" and the overtly flirtatious route. There weren't any awkwardly angtsy moments, this was more lighthearted playfulness. Which is fun too since that's the vibe for this story.
Hannah aggravated me a lot though at how she couldn't clearly see how perfect he was, I mean he's basically like a father to her girl over the years anyway and he and his brothers do so much for her. Having all this she still thinks she's "lonely"? Girl, you have SO much, just look around at all the sweet hot guys you have supporting you! Then at one point she says she should do a one-night stand, not with him, just to "get the edge off"? Why!? She's fake engaged to a gorgeous guy who is pining for her in obvious ways, they kiss, she desires him, and she wants a one night stand with some random dude? I didn't connect with her thinking and just loved Liam so much. Felt he had to work so hard for this girl.
Besides all that, the fun is in the push and pull of them accepting more than them being in the friend zone. And the physical touches increase quite effortlessly. Their inevitability is never in question in this story, so it's a very "safe" fake marriage narrative. Low tension/stake. But it's still enjoyable and writing style is excellent. I always feel very engaged with them and love the brother bonds best!
I think I just feel Liam is too good for her haha, and how could she not see this angel of a man right in front of her all this time. At least in the end he gets her and can be happy, phew, he earned it! From the series that I've read so far I'd definitely recommend Unravel Me first, really loved that one!
April 12, 2025
ARC REVIEW
3.25⭐️
2.5🌶
This would have been an easy 5 star read for me but Hannah irked me too much in the beginning, especially since Liam was absolute perfection. She never knew how it felt to be loved so she fought so hard against it.
Liam is an angel baby from Heaven and deserves everything good in this world. 💗 He loves Hannah and Charlie more than anything in the whole world. He constantly put their needs above his own. He is everything. Literally EVERYTHING. 10/10, no complaints, I love him.
Hannah frustrated me so much. I understand that Liam was her best friend but he was ALWAYS there for her and her daughter. I just wanted to yell at her to OPEN YOUR EYES AND SEE HIM. She was so concerned about Levi and was missing who was there all along. Her sister was able to talk some sense into her and finalllllly was able to come to her senses but still delayed telling him! 😵😵😵
Liam and Charlotte really stole the show on this one. Their relationship is so adorable and he deserves to hold the title of Dad.
Also REIDDDD💗💗💗💗💗 I can not WAIT for his book. I have a suspicion of his storyline and if I'm right... then it will be everything.
Read this if you enjoy:
💗 Marriage of Convenience
💗 Childhood Best Friends to Lovers
💗 Single mom
💗 Family Group Texts
💗 Cinnamon Roll MMC
*Thank you, Jenn & Luna Literary, for providing me an ARC for my honest review*
3.25⭐️
2.5🌶
This would have been an easy 5 star read for me but Hannah irked me too much in the beginning, especially since Liam was absolute perfection. She never knew how it felt to be loved so she fought so hard against it.
Liam is an angel baby from Heaven and deserves everything good in this world. 💗 He loves Hannah and Charlie more than anything in the whole world. He constantly put their needs above his own. He is everything. Literally EVERYTHING. 10/10, no complaints, I love him.
Hannah frustrated me so much. I understand that Liam was her best friend but he was ALWAYS there for her and her daughter. I just wanted to yell at her to OPEN YOUR EYES AND SEE HIM. She was so concerned about Levi and was missing who was there all along. Her sister was able to talk some sense into her and finalllllly was able to come to her senses but still delayed telling him! 😵😵😵
Liam and Charlotte really stole the show on this one. Their relationship is so adorable and he deserves to hold the title of Dad.
Also REIDDDD💗💗💗💗💗 I can not WAIT for his book. I have a suspicion of his storyline and if I'm right... then it will be everything.
Read this if you enjoy:
💗 Marriage of Convenience
💗 Childhood Best Friends to Lovers
💗 Single mom
💗 Family Group Texts
💗 Cinnamon Roll MMC
*Thank you, Jenn & Luna Literary, for providing me an ARC for my honest review*
March 24, 2025
Love Me by Jenn Plummer
4,5/5⭐
3/5🌶️
"You've got this, beauty. Whatever happens, it's me and you."
"Me and you."
I've wanted to read Liam and Hannah's story. From the earlier books, it’s clear that Liam has had a crush on his childhood best friend, Hannah, but she doesn’t seem to notice. When Hannah's mom suggests she marry or join them in California and sell the coffee shop, Liam steps up and offers to fake date/marry her instead. Hannah is a fantastic single mom to her adorable three-year-old, Charlotte (or Charlie), and she’s been keeping her grandma's coffee shop running for years. She’s hardworking, independent, and an amazing mom, but her mother doesn’t see all the incredible things about her.
Then there’s Liam – Hannah’s childhood best friend and the most easygoing Hayes brother. He’s kind, loyal, protective, and caring; I just can’t get enough of him! Every time we get Liam’s point of view, you can feel his deep longing for Hannah. He’d do anything for her. He’s always there for her and Charlie, offering help without being asked. He knows Hannah better than anyone. And the way he interacts with Charlie is just heartwarming! He’s been there for her since the day she was born, effortlessly becoming both her friend and a father figure. I loved the ending. It was beautiful and perfect for them.
I loved watching Hannah and Liam's relationship develop throughout the book. Liam shows her what it feels like to be his. He always reminds her of how capable she is. Slowly, Hannah realizes that Liam is truly the one for her. Their chemistry is undeniable, and their bond is so strong from their years of friendship. The banter between the Hayes siblings is always a highlight! They have such a fun and loving dynamic, and I can't wait to see what’s next in the series!
"All I ever wanted was to give Hannah my love and get hers in return, but I got so much more instead. I got a family."
4,5/5⭐
3/5🌶️
"You've got this, beauty. Whatever happens, it's me and you."
"Me and you."
I've wanted to read Liam and Hannah's story. From the earlier books, it’s clear that Liam has had a crush on his childhood best friend, Hannah, but she doesn’t seem to notice. When Hannah's mom suggests she marry or join them in California and sell the coffee shop, Liam steps up and offers to fake date/marry her instead. Hannah is a fantastic single mom to her adorable three-year-old, Charlotte (or Charlie), and she’s been keeping her grandma's coffee shop running for years. She’s hardworking, independent, and an amazing mom, but her mother doesn’t see all the incredible things about her.
Then there’s Liam – Hannah’s childhood best friend and the most easygoing Hayes brother. He’s kind, loyal, protective, and caring; I just can’t get enough of him! Every time we get Liam’s point of view, you can feel his deep longing for Hannah. He’d do anything for her. He’s always there for her and Charlie, offering help without being asked. He knows Hannah better than anyone. And the way he interacts with Charlie is just heartwarming! He’s been there for her since the day she was born, effortlessly becoming both her friend and a father figure. I loved the ending. It was beautiful and perfect for them.
I loved watching Hannah and Liam's relationship develop throughout the book. Liam shows her what it feels like to be his. He always reminds her of how capable she is. Slowly, Hannah realizes that Liam is truly the one for her. Their chemistry is undeniable, and their bond is so strong from their years of friendship. The banter between the Hayes siblings is always a highlight! They have such a fun and loving dynamic, and I can't wait to see what’s next in the series!
"All I ever wanted was to give Hannah my love and get hers in return, but I got so much more instead. I got a family."
March 13, 2025
I’ve been dying to get back to Aspen Ridge, and I knew Hannah and Liam wouldn’t disappoint.
Hannah frustrated me a bit with how oblivious she was to Liam’s actions, but I think that’s just because I knew what was coming—and that slow burn was really slow.
Liam Hayes deserves to be protected at all costs—an absolute angel of a man.
Over all Jenn absolutely nailed this, and I think it could be my favourite in the series so far!
Hannah frustrated me a bit with how oblivious she was to Liam’s actions, but I think that’s just because I knew what was coming—and that slow burn was really slow.
Liam Hayes deserves to be protected at all costs—an absolute angel of a man.
Over all Jenn absolutely nailed this, and I think it could be my favourite in the series so far!
April 15, 2025
If there's ever a world I absolutely love to be in, it's Aspen Ridge with the family banter and group text messages, the swoony men, let's not forget about our favorite protector Reid. 🥰 And the spice with these men 🥵🥵 Jenn knows how to write SPICE, which is why It was so good to be back in Aspen Ridge.
In Love Me, we have Liam and Hannah and her adorable sassy daughter Charlie, she absolutely stole the show. Liam and Hannah have been inseparable and best friends for their entire lives. The only secret is how in love Liam is with Hannah, and maybe it wasn’t even a secret, because the whole town knew it and could see it, just Hannah was just blind to the truth.
Liam, LIAMMMMM. That man 😮💨 He was such a hard worker being Aspen Ridge’s master distiller, dedicated to Hannah in every way. He's the tallest of the Hayes brothers, and never lets them forget it. He's essentially been pinning after his best friend, Hannah, for years as he’s been in love with her. He considers her daughter, Charlie, his own, and their relationship is the cutest and most swooniest thing EVER! Their scenes were some of my most favorite.
Then there's our sweet and sassy girl, Charlotte. That girl stole the show!!! Hands down!!! Our Charlie girl deserves her moment!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻 That little girl was the best character ☺️ and the fact that she picks up stray animals and names them things like "Garbage" and “Sewer”, made her heart of gold. Then to top it off, as if there is anymore, yes there's more (haha) her unfiltered thoughts were just absolutely adorable and PRICELESS. 👌🏻
I will say there was a bit of push and pull between them and of accepting more, and going out of the friend zone, that increased the physical touches as the story went on.
Their inevitability is never in question in this story, making the the narrative, very "safe" fake marriage with low tension/angst. It was still an enjoyable read.
In Love Me, we have Liam and Hannah and her adorable sassy daughter Charlie, she absolutely stole the show. Liam and Hannah have been inseparable and best friends for their entire lives. The only secret is how in love Liam is with Hannah, and maybe it wasn’t even a secret, because the whole town knew it and could see it, just Hannah was just blind to the truth.
Liam, LIAMMMMM. That man 😮💨 He was such a hard worker being Aspen Ridge’s master distiller, dedicated to Hannah in every way. He's the tallest of the Hayes brothers, and never lets them forget it. He's essentially been pinning after his best friend, Hannah, for years as he’s been in love with her. He considers her daughter, Charlie, his own, and their relationship is the cutest and most swooniest thing EVER! Their scenes were some of my most favorite.
Then there's our sweet and sassy girl, Charlotte. That girl stole the show!!! Hands down!!! Our Charlie girl deserves her moment!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻 That little girl was the best character ☺️ and the fact that she picks up stray animals and names them things like "Garbage" and “Sewer”, made her heart of gold. Then to top it off, as if there is anymore, yes there's more (haha) her unfiltered thoughts were just absolutely adorable and PRICELESS. 👌🏻
I will say there was a bit of push and pull between them and of accepting more, and going out of the friend zone, that increased the physical touches as the story went on.
Their inevitability is never in question in this story, making the the narrative, very "safe" fake marriage with low tension/angst. It was still an enjoyable read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 13, 2025
ARC Review ✨
Ohhh Liam, Hannah, Charlie, Garbage and Sewer 🥹😭❤️
LIAM HAYES, the definition of above and beyond, super dad, super friend, just absolutely perfect 😭❤️ He has loved his best friend Hannah forever and despite Charlie’s arrival he was always there for them no matter what! Liam is too good for this world, we don’t deserve him 🥹❤️
Hannah….Oh Hannah…girl I get it you had it rough with Levi, your parents, your goddamn wicked witch of the west sister so I know you struggled with believing that you were worthy of love 🥹😭 BUT damn I wanted to shake you and just yell LIAM IS RIGHT THERE HE’S ALWAYS LOVED YOU, OPEN YOUR EYES LOL!! 😭😭
Going into to this book I knew “Love Me” was meant for Liam’s perspective in that “he wants Hannah to love him.” But I think we can also see it as Hannah POV and saying “Love Me” to Levi and her parents, when actually all along she was loved by someone as incredible as Liam 🥹❤️
Liam and Charlie also have the most spectacular and sweetest relationship, he’s always stepped up and acted like her dad 🥹 every scene they had together was so sweet, funny and truly wholesome ❤️
All this to say, another great hit by my girl Jenn 🥹 I’m so happy Liam and Hannah found their way to each other despite the blindness and obstacles, and they deserve to be happy ❤️ oh and if you thought the spice was lacking, IT WASN’T IT WAS HOT 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Ohhh Liam, Hannah, Charlie, Garbage and Sewer 🥹😭❤️
LIAM HAYES, the definition of above and beyond, super dad, super friend, just absolutely perfect 😭❤️ He has loved his best friend Hannah forever and despite Charlie’s arrival he was always there for them no matter what! Liam is too good for this world, we don’t deserve him 🥹❤️
Hannah….Oh Hannah…girl I get it you had it rough with Levi, your parents, your goddamn wicked witch of the west sister so I know you struggled with believing that you were worthy of love 🥹😭 BUT damn I wanted to shake you and just yell LIAM IS RIGHT THERE HE’S ALWAYS LOVED YOU, OPEN YOUR EYES LOL!! 😭😭
Going into to this book I knew “Love Me” was meant for Liam’s perspective in that “he wants Hannah to love him.” But I think we can also see it as Hannah POV and saying “Love Me” to Levi and her parents, when actually all along she was loved by someone as incredible as Liam 🥹❤️
Liam and Charlie also have the most spectacular and sweetest relationship, he’s always stepped up and acted like her dad 🥹 every scene they had together was so sweet, funny and truly wholesome ❤️
All this to say, another great hit by my girl Jenn 🥹 I’m so happy Liam and Hannah found their way to each other despite the blindness and obstacles, and they deserve to be happy ❤️ oh and if you thought the spice was lacking, IT WASN’T IT WAS HOT 🌶️🌶️🌶️
March 16, 2025
This is what reading romance novels should feel like!! From the dedication I knew I was in for a heart wrenching story and I was hooked. I’m not always a fan of friends to lovers but the author did it SO well.
The FMC is sweet and sassy and I was rooting for her to sort out her issues and drop her toxic baby daddy.
The MMC is the definition of loyal and longing. Ah the longing!!! His chapters may have been my favourite.
The slow burn is so tantalizing and when sparks finally fly, holy moly, Liam is what dreams are made of.
I loved the backstory of the MCs. The banter was top notch and I thoroughly enjoyed Hannah’s cursing. Shoutout to Ms. Nettie for making me laugh out loud.
I read this book as a stand-alone but I will absolutely be going back to read about the rest of the Hayes brothers.
I received this e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The FMC is sweet and sassy and I was rooting for her to sort out her issues and drop her toxic baby daddy.
The MMC is the definition of loyal and longing. Ah the longing!!! His chapters may have been my favourite.
The slow burn is so tantalizing and when sparks finally fly, holy moly, Liam is what dreams are made of.
I loved the backstory of the MCs. The banter was top notch and I thoroughly enjoyed Hannah’s cursing. Shoutout to Ms. Nettie for making me laugh out loud.
I read this book as a stand-alone but I will absolutely be going back to read about the rest of the Hayes brothers.
I received this e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.
March 18, 2025
If my girl writes it, you know I’m gonna read it. Theres just a way that Jenn writes these characters and this world that draws you in and feels like home 🖤
Liam and Hannah have been best friends since they were kids, when Hannah found out she was pregnant Liam was the first one she turned to. He helped her through pregnancy, childbirth, raising her daughter and running her business. What she never expected was for him to ultimately be the one she would fall in love with (HOW DID SHE NOT?!)
Liam, on the other hand, has been in love with Hannah all along and when the opportunity arrises to make her his out of convenience, he knows he’ll stop at nothing to make it real.
Hannah and Liam were both such complex and beautiful characters in this world of Aspen Ridge that we’ve come to know and love. Hannah’s grace and determination to not only see the best in everyone but to stay strong and weather every storm truly made her one of my favorite FMC’s. Liam on the other hand??? Move over Sawyer…I’m so sorry I think you’ve been dethroned. This man was the epitome of DOWN BAD. Obsessed. Pining. Holding a torch. The way he loved not only Hannah but Charlie brought literal tears to my eyes (which is no easy feat).
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Five well earned mfin stars, my love. There are very few books on my “made Clair cry” list but we just added another one.
Love Me releases on 03/25!!!
Liam and Hannah have been best friends since they were kids, when Hannah found out she was pregnant Liam was the first one she turned to. He helped her through pregnancy, childbirth, raising her daughter and running her business. What she never expected was for him to ultimately be the one she would fall in love with (HOW DID SHE NOT?!)
Liam, on the other hand, has been in love with Hannah all along and when the opportunity arrises to make her his out of convenience, he knows he’ll stop at nothing to make it real.
Hannah and Liam were both such complex and beautiful characters in this world of Aspen Ridge that we’ve come to know and love. Hannah’s grace and determination to not only see the best in everyone but to stay strong and weather every storm truly made her one of my favorite FMC’s. Liam on the other hand??? Move over Sawyer…I’m so sorry I think you’ve been dethroned. This man was the epitome of DOWN BAD. Obsessed. Pining. Holding a torch. The way he loved not only Hannah but Charlie brought literal tears to my eyes (which is no easy feat).
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Five well earned mfin stars, my love. There are very few books on my “made Clair cry” list but we just added another one.
Love Me releases on 03/25!!!
March 8, 2025
Nothing feels better than being back in Aspen Ridge.
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March 15, 2025
5s all around. I laughed I cried I loved.
June 16, 2025
Rating: 4.5 stars
Aspen Ridge #3
Hannah's a single parent to her daughter and also has been running her family's business for years on her own. Her daughter's father has been out of the picture and absent the entire time. Despite her frequent attempts he continually fails to show up for their daughter. When he does come around he just strings Hannah along and then drops her. When her meddling mother gives her an ultimatum to settle down with him or they'll sell the family business, which she was hoping to inherit. With her life falling apart around her she doesn't know what to do. She turns to her best friend Liam and confides in him what's going on.
Liam has been best friends with Hannah since they were three. When she got pregnant he was there and has been everyday since. When he found out that Hannah's daughter's father bailed again and made excuses he drove down there to talk to him. But instead of reasoning with him Liam found out that he's in a relationship and is expecting another child - all of which he never told Hannah. He has zero interest in being a father to his and Hanna's daughter nor being in a relationship with Hannah.
Liam comes up with a plan to save Hannah's business - marry him instead. He's secretly been in love with Hannah for years now. Hannah might think this is just a pretend relationship and marriage to get her mother off her back and inherit the family business but it's more than that for Liam. She just needs to open her eyes and finally see Liam and what's right in front of her. Once Liam has Hannah as his wife, he's not going anywhere. Liam will do anything for Hannah and her daughter.
What started out as a pretend relationship turned into a slow burn romance with a very patient Liam. When Hannah started to actually look at and see Liam things started to make sense to her. Certain feelings between them made more sense as a couple than as friends.
Aspen Ridge #3
Hannah's a single parent to her daughter and also has been running her family's business for years on her own. Her daughter's father has been out of the picture and absent the entire time. Despite her frequent attempts he continually fails to show up for their daughter. When he does come around he just strings Hannah along and then drops her. When her meddling mother gives her an ultimatum to settle down with him or they'll sell the family business, which she was hoping to inherit. With her life falling apart around her she doesn't know what to do. She turns to her best friend Liam and confides in him what's going on.
Liam has been best friends with Hannah since they were three. When she got pregnant he was there and has been everyday since. When he found out that Hannah's daughter's father bailed again and made excuses he drove down there to talk to him. But instead of reasoning with him Liam found out that he's in a relationship and is expecting another child - all of which he never told Hannah. He has zero interest in being a father to his and Hanna's daughter nor being in a relationship with Hannah.
Liam comes up with a plan to save Hannah's business - marry him instead. He's secretly been in love with Hannah for years now. Hannah might think this is just a pretend relationship and marriage to get her mother off her back and inherit the family business but it's more than that for Liam. She just needs to open her eyes and finally see Liam and what's right in front of her. Once Liam has Hannah as his wife, he's not going anywhere. Liam will do anything for Hannah and her daughter.
What started out as a pretend relationship turned into a slow burn romance with a very patient Liam. When Hannah started to actually look at and see Liam things started to make sense to her. Certain feelings between them made more sense as a couple than as friends.
July 5, 2025
Okay, look. This wasn’t my favourite in the series but that doesn’t mean it didn’t have its swoony moments, because Liam and Hannah together? Hella cute. And little Charlotte? A tiny queen with more sass than half the grown men in this book. Adored her.
BUT. And it’s a big ol’ BUT.
There were some plot holes that had me side-eyeing the pages like, excuse me, ma’am, how did we get here? Namely: Hannah’s “ex” (and I use that term loosely) / baby daddy situation. We’re told she thinks they’re together (as in, actual couple, potentially building a family) but they don’t even live in the same town? He doesn’t see their daughter, treats both of them like absolute crap, and somehow she still thinks they’re in a relationship?? What in the emotionally unavailable fever dream is going on here?
It just didn’t make a lick of sense, and I couldn’t suspend disbelief enough to buy into that setup.
That being said, once Liam upgrades from BFF to her “fake” husband things get considerably more adorable. He and Hannah have beautiful, warm chemistry, and he steps up in all the right ways. Bonus points for the Hayes brothers making their usual chaotic appearances they always add a little extra charm and mischief.
So, not a top-tier Hayes book for me, but still a sweet and heartwarming read once you get past the plot funkiness.
Fave Quotes
“Julian said my braids are stupid.” Oh hell no. Just like that, I’ve got beef with a four-year-old. Julian is stupid. Her braids are perfect. Julian is a little jerk face, and I hope I run into his dad one of these days.
“Listen to me, Han, if you give yourself to me, there won’t be anything about it that’s out of pity. It’ll be because we want each other so fucking bad we can’t go another second without me deep inside you.”
“Be a good little wife and sit on my face.”
BUT. And it’s a big ol’ BUT.
There were some plot holes that had me side-eyeing the pages like, excuse me, ma’am, how did we get here? Namely: Hannah’s “ex” (and I use that term loosely) / baby daddy situation. We’re told she thinks they’re together (as in, actual couple, potentially building a family) but they don’t even live in the same town? He doesn’t see their daughter, treats both of them like absolute crap, and somehow she still thinks they’re in a relationship?? What in the emotionally unavailable fever dream is going on here?
It just didn’t make a lick of sense, and I couldn’t suspend disbelief enough to buy into that setup.
That being said, once Liam upgrades from BFF to her “fake” husband things get considerably more adorable. He and Hannah have beautiful, warm chemistry, and he steps up in all the right ways. Bonus points for the Hayes brothers making their usual chaotic appearances they always add a little extra charm and mischief.
So, not a top-tier Hayes book for me, but still a sweet and heartwarming read once you get past the plot funkiness.
Fave Quotes
“Julian said my braids are stupid.” Oh hell no. Just like that, I’ve got beef with a four-year-old. Julian is stupid. Her braids are perfect. Julian is a little jerk face, and I hope I run into his dad one of these days.
“Listen to me, Han, if you give yourself to me, there won’t be anything about it that’s out of pity. It’ll be because we want each other so fucking bad we can’t go another second without me deep inside you.”
“Be a good little wife and sit on my face.”
March 9, 2025
✨ARC Review✨
Love Me by Jenn Plummer
“I didn’t realize the depth of my feelings until Hannah dropped out of college and I had to continue there without her. It was our first time apart, and it was that persistent ache that caused me to drive three hours each way every weekend just to see her. That was my first sign she’s it for me.”
“Hannah, you are enough. You’re more than enough. Levi is just a selfish b*staff who can’t see past his own sh*t. Don’t you dare think you and that little girl aren’t enough. You two are everything, do you hear me?”
“I love this town. The seasons. The elements. The people. I especially love the distillery and being able to create a product that people can enjoy. The only thing I’m missing in life is a family of my own. A family with Hannah and Charlie.”
“I don’t deserve you, Liam Hayes.”
“You’ve got it all wrong, beauty. You deserve everything.”
“Let me touch you a way a husband touches his wife.”
I love Liam and Hannah’s story so freaking much!! 👏🏼 Liam has always been in love and devoted to Hannah, and to see how much he loves her daughter Charlie just melts my heart. His story is softer than the two before him and filled with so much love. And the spicey scenes?! Jenn has a way with bringing the heat and did not disappoint yet again!
The banter between the Hayes siblings and their text messages are amazing and comical and just an added layer to this book. Read this one and fall in love with Liam and Hannah, and Aspen Ridge!
Tropes:
Small Town
Friends to Lovers
Single Mom
Marriage of Convenience
Spice starts at 49%🌶️
Spice: 4/4🌶️
Stars: 5/5⭐️
Available on Kindle Unlimited on March 25th.
Love Me by Jenn Plummer
“I didn’t realize the depth of my feelings until Hannah dropped out of college and I had to continue there without her. It was our first time apart, and it was that persistent ache that caused me to drive three hours each way every weekend just to see her. That was my first sign she’s it for me.”
“Hannah, you are enough. You’re more than enough. Levi is just a selfish b*staff who can’t see past his own sh*t. Don’t you dare think you and that little girl aren’t enough. You two are everything, do you hear me?”
“I love this town. The seasons. The elements. The people. I especially love the distillery and being able to create a product that people can enjoy. The only thing I’m missing in life is a family of my own. A family with Hannah and Charlie.”
“I don’t deserve you, Liam Hayes.”
“You’ve got it all wrong, beauty. You deserve everything.”
“Let me touch you a way a husband touches his wife.”
I love Liam and Hannah’s story so freaking much!! 👏🏼 Liam has always been in love and devoted to Hannah, and to see how much he loves her daughter Charlie just melts my heart. His story is softer than the two before him and filled with so much love. And the spicey scenes?! Jenn has a way with bringing the heat and did not disappoint yet again!
The banter between the Hayes siblings and their text messages are amazing and comical and just an added layer to this book. Read this one and fall in love with Liam and Hannah, and Aspen Ridge!
Tropes:
Small Town
Friends to Lovers
Single Mom
Marriage of Convenience
Spice starts at 49%🌶️
Spice: 4/4🌶️
Stars: 5/5⭐️
Available on Kindle Unlimited on March 25th.
April 14, 2025
Any man can be a father, but it takes someone special to be a DAD! This story is exactly that!
Meet Hanna and Liam. They have been best friends practically their whole lives all due to a stuffed bear. As they grew older, Hannah’s nickname for him is Bear. How cute is that!!
Liam has been there for Hannah, even though they were never dating. He is there for Hannah when she finds out she is pregnant with another man’s child. He is there for Hannah for her delivery; even catching her baby-Charlotte. He is there for Hannah and Charlotte through all the birthday parties and every sickness. The only thing holding them apart from being boyfriend and girlfriend is that they have built a best-friend relationship. Little does Hannah know, Liam has always loved Hannah. The day Liam tried to tell Hannah he loved her, she told him, she was pregnant. Unfortunately, Hannah only saw him as a friend and Liam never got the chance to tell Hannah how he truly feels until later in his life.
Flash forward into the story line, Hannah needs to decide whether to keep reaching out to Levi, Charlotte’s Father, the chance to have a relationship with his daughter or pursue a different path and follow her heart.
Laughable moments in this book that I can’t stop laughing about:
“Charlie, we’ve been through this, we can’t name things after where we found them or where they were born. I’ll start calling you Kitchen, and I mean it.”
Imagining this relationship built from best friend to lovers, is so sweet. Not everyone can say they have a best friend who has been there for every milestone in your life.
This story is near and dear to my heart, as I was raised by a special someone who I call Dad. A dad isn't defined as the man who makes the child, but rather the man who raises and loves the child with all his heart through anything. BLOOD doesn't always make a man a dad, being a DAD comes from the heart.
Thank you again for allowing me this ARC opportunity! I will forever hold onto this story close to my heart.
Meet Hanna and Liam. They have been best friends practically their whole lives all due to a stuffed bear. As they grew older, Hannah’s nickname for him is Bear. How cute is that!!
Liam has been there for Hannah, even though they were never dating. He is there for Hannah when she finds out she is pregnant with another man’s child. He is there for Hannah for her delivery; even catching her baby-Charlotte. He is there for Hannah and Charlotte through all the birthday parties and every sickness. The only thing holding them apart from being boyfriend and girlfriend is that they have built a best-friend relationship. Little does Hannah know, Liam has always loved Hannah. The day Liam tried to tell Hannah he loved her, she told him, she was pregnant. Unfortunately, Hannah only saw him as a friend and Liam never got the chance to tell Hannah how he truly feels until later in his life.
Flash forward into the story line, Hannah needs to decide whether to keep reaching out to Levi, Charlotte’s Father, the chance to have a relationship with his daughter or pursue a different path and follow her heart.
Laughable moments in this book that I can’t stop laughing about:
“Charlie, we’ve been through this, we can’t name things after where we found them or where they were born. I’ll start calling you Kitchen, and I mean it.”
Imagining this relationship built from best friend to lovers, is so sweet. Not everyone can say they have a best friend who has been there for every milestone in your life.
This story is near and dear to my heart, as I was raised by a special someone who I call Dad. A dad isn't defined as the man who makes the child, but rather the man who raises and loves the child with all his heart through anything. BLOOD doesn't always make a man a dad, being a DAD comes from the heart.
Thank you again for allowing me this ARC opportunity! I will forever hold onto this story close to my heart.
March 26, 2025
ARC Reivew🥃
“𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒎𝒆”🥹
✨Jenn Plummer delivers another emotional and captivating small-town romance with Love Me, the third book in the Aspen Ridge series. This novel perfectly blends the marriage of convenience and friends-to-lovers tropes, making for a heartfelt and engaging read.💍
🤭Liam is an absolute standout—a cinnamon roll with a touch of “I’d burn the world for you” energy. His devotion and quiet strength added so much depth to the story, 🤌🏽and I found myself rooting for him from the start. 🫶🏽Hannah is a boss lady! She juggles her bakery and being a single mother. Seriously she had so much pressure on her and she push through it all! It was very admirable.🥹
✨“𝑪𝒉𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒚 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒅𝒐𝒆𝒔𝒏’𝒕 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒉𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒆𝒏”✨
🥰The romance? Slow-burn, slightly torturous, and packed with enough fire chemistry its undeniable.🔥The small-town setting? Cozy enough to make you want to move there immediately😂. Liam’s unwavering love for Hannah and Charlie makes it feel so authentic. It warmed my heart!❤️🩹
💜If you love a romance that makes you blush, laugh, and scream into a pillow, Love Me is definitely one to add to your TBR. Just be prepared for the emotional turmoil that comes with it.🙌🏽
Thank you to the Author Jenn Plummer and Luna Literary for the opportunity to read this ARC!🫶🏽
“𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒎𝒆”🥹
✨Jenn Plummer delivers another emotional and captivating small-town romance with Love Me, the third book in the Aspen Ridge series. This novel perfectly blends the marriage of convenience and friends-to-lovers tropes, making for a heartfelt and engaging read.💍
🤭Liam is an absolute standout—a cinnamon roll with a touch of “I’d burn the world for you” energy. His devotion and quiet strength added so much depth to the story, 🤌🏽and I found myself rooting for him from the start. 🫶🏽Hannah is a boss lady! She juggles her bakery and being a single mother. Seriously she had so much pressure on her and she push through it all! It was very admirable.🥹
✨“𝑪𝒉𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒚 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒅𝒐𝒆𝒔𝒏’𝒕 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒉𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒆𝒏”✨
🥰The romance? Slow-burn, slightly torturous, and packed with enough fire chemistry its undeniable.🔥The small-town setting? Cozy enough to make you want to move there immediately😂. Liam’s unwavering love for Hannah and Charlie makes it feel so authentic. It warmed my heart!❤️🩹
💜If you love a romance that makes you blush, laugh, and scream into a pillow, Love Me is definitely one to add to your TBR. Just be prepared for the emotional turmoil that comes with it.🙌🏽
Thank you to the Author Jenn Plummer and Luna Literary for the opportunity to read this ARC!🫶🏽
July 23, 2025
So far, this is my least favorite in the series. That's not to say it wasn't bad, because the writing like always had me captivated, but the actual relationship between these two was an obvious downward in comparison to Ivy and Sawyer and then Dallas and Blaire.
This should have been an easy five star read; best friends to lovers, marriage of convenience, always been you, single mom, but the only reason why I rated this three stars is for Liam. He carried this book on his back along with Hannah's adorable little girl, Charlie. Liam was honestly too good for Hannah, and I just hated the way she treated him. It took her no joke 90% of the book for her to realize she had bigger feelings for him than just a best friend. By then, Liam had done everything possible to make her see him that way, and his internal monologue BEGGING her to finally see him just broke my heart.
I'm still going to carry on with this series because I adore the writing and the rest of the characters, but it does hurt my heart a bit that Liam didn't get the all encompassing love his brothers have. Maybe when I go back and read the series again I'll change my mind, but for right now this is where it's at.
I do need to know more about Reid tho! I know his and Kins's story is going to be FANTASTIC.
This should have been an easy five star read; best friends to lovers, marriage of convenience, always been you, single mom, but the only reason why I rated this three stars is for Liam. He carried this book on his back along with Hannah's adorable little girl, Charlie. Liam was honestly too good for Hannah, and I just hated the way she treated him. It took her no joke 90% of the book for her to realize she had bigger feelings for him than just a best friend. By then, Liam had done everything possible to make her see him that way, and his internal monologue BEGGING her to finally see him just broke my heart.
I'm still going to carry on with this series because I adore the writing and the rest of the characters, but it does hurt my heart a bit that Liam didn't get the all encompassing love his brothers have. Maybe when I go back and read the series again I'll change my mind, but for right now this is where it's at.
I do need to know more about Reid tho! I know his and Kins's story is going to be FANTASTIC.
March 25, 2025
It was so good to be back in Aspen Ridge! I love the Hayes family. The banter, close relationships, text messages and the swoony men are everything!
Liam Hayes! Whew, that man! He’s been pinning after Hannah for years. They are best friends and he’s always there for her and her adorable daughter Charlie. He truly goes above and beyond for them. His relationship with Charlie is just the sweetest!
Oh Hannah! How did it take you so long to see what was right in front of you?! Liam is perfect and has always been there for you.
Charlie is such a sweet and sassy little girl! She completely stole the show. I was totally giggling at her picking up stray animals and naming them funny names.
I was so happy Liam and Hannah finally get together despite the obstacles they go through. When they finally do get together it’s HOT! 🥵 Their chemistry is undeniable.
This book is part of an interconnected series but can also be read as a stand alone. But I recommend starting with Unravel Me. Check out this series, you won’t be disappointed!
Thank you Jenn for the opportunity to read this advanced copy.
Liam Hayes! Whew, that man! He’s been pinning after Hannah for years. They are best friends and he’s always there for her and her adorable daughter Charlie. He truly goes above and beyond for them. His relationship with Charlie is just the sweetest!
Oh Hannah! How did it take you so long to see what was right in front of you?! Liam is perfect and has always been there for you.
Charlie is such a sweet and sassy little girl! She completely stole the show. I was totally giggling at her picking up stray animals and naming them funny names.
I was so happy Liam and Hannah finally get together despite the obstacles they go through. When they finally do get together it’s HOT! 🥵 Their chemistry is undeniable.
This book is part of an interconnected series but can also be read as a stand alone. But I recommend starting with Unravel Me. Check out this series, you won’t be disappointed!
Thank you Jenn for the opportunity to read this advanced copy.
March 22, 2025
Book Three in the Aspen Ridge Series by Jenn Plummer and another hit! It's hard not to love all the Hayes boys but I think Liam is my favorite so far!
I love a good childhood friends to lover plot and this one delivered on every level. When Hannah’s parents put her in an impossible situation; marry her deadbeat boyfriend (Charlie’s dad) or give up the family bakery ... Liam comes up with a plan - marry him instead.
Hannah and Liam’s story has themes of love, loyalty, friendship, and discovery. Small town romances always create the best backdrop for some great foundation for those HEA endings. Since they've been friends for a long time and Liam has been withholding his true feeling for so long, the angst is so deep. I loved that their fake dating / marriage story created the perfect couple for Liam to dive deep into making Hannah see what he's know all a long.
Let's give Charlie the praise she deservers! That little girl is the best and the fact that she picks up stray animals and names they things like "Garbage" and just her unfiltered thoughts were priceless.
The spice that Jenn always brings to these books in the series is on another level. When it happens you can't help but feel the passion between to the two MCs and I eat it up. Those brothers love hard and always fight for their love. I can't wait to keep reading I still feel the best brother's story is yet to come!
I love a good childhood friends to lover plot and this one delivered on every level. When Hannah’s parents put her in an impossible situation; marry her deadbeat boyfriend (Charlie’s dad) or give up the family bakery ... Liam comes up with a plan - marry him instead.
Hannah and Liam’s story has themes of love, loyalty, friendship, and discovery. Small town romances always create the best backdrop for some great foundation for those HEA endings. Since they've been friends for a long time and Liam has been withholding his true feeling for so long, the angst is so deep. I loved that their fake dating / marriage story created the perfect couple for Liam to dive deep into making Hannah see what he's know all a long.
Let's give Charlie the praise she deservers! That little girl is the best and the fact that she picks up stray animals and names they things like "Garbage" and just her unfiltered thoughts were priceless.
The spice that Jenn always brings to these books in the series is on another level. When it happens you can't help but feel the passion between to the two MCs and I eat it up. Those brothers love hard and always fight for their love. I can't wait to keep reading I still feel the best brother's story is yet to come!
March 25, 2025
5/5 stars
3/5 peppers
1/5 buzz buzz
I have loved this series since the beginning. Hannah and Liam have been friends for the longest time, Liam has always been there for Hannah even to the birth of Hannah's daughter. When Hannah's parent pressure her to "marry" the father of her daughter (who's dead beat anyway), Liam won't stand for it and makes an offer that Hannah has been tempted to take. But was everything really "fake" or was Liam showing her the life she deserves and more. When Hannah opens up and begins to really feel for Liam, will it stay to prove that they are destined for each other or will chaos erupt.
I loved their friendship. But what I love was that everyone in town knew that they should have been together and I'm surprised that they did not place bets.
What can I say? The spice.... oh boy. Every book seems to just up the anti every time and it does not disappoint. I think I'll take Liam and his dirty mouth and his drive to use the "playmates". The chemistry is undeniable.
What to expect:
- small town
- friends to lovers
- fake dating to fake marriage
- it's always been you
- the whole town knew it before she did
- single mom
- adorable little babygirl
3/5 peppers
1/5 buzz buzz
I have loved this series since the beginning. Hannah and Liam have been friends for the longest time, Liam has always been there for Hannah even to the birth of Hannah's daughter. When Hannah's parent pressure her to "marry" the father of her daughter (who's dead beat anyway), Liam won't stand for it and makes an offer that Hannah has been tempted to take. But was everything really "fake" or was Liam showing her the life she deserves and more. When Hannah opens up and begins to really feel for Liam, will it stay to prove that they are destined for each other or will chaos erupt.
I loved their friendship. But what I love was that everyone in town knew that they should have been together and I'm surprised that they did not place bets.
What can I say? The spice.... oh boy. Every book seems to just up the anti every time and it does not disappoint. I think I'll take Liam and his dirty mouth and his drive to use the "playmates". The chemistry is undeniable.
What to expect:
- small town
- friends to lovers
- fake dating to fake marriage
- it's always been you
- the whole town knew it before she did
- single mom
- adorable little babygirl
March 25, 2025
Jenn truly knows how to capture your attention with her books and this one was no different! This is a single mom/best friend romance and it was so good from the start. The pining, the banter, the help like if I was Hannah, the FMC, I would have jumped on Liam immediately! Of course since they've been friends forever, Hannah thinks Liam only likes her as a friend... his nickname for her is Beauty. 😐 girl.
There is "fake" dating to marriage and the "My Wife" of it all 🥵🥵🥵 this mannnnn
The spice in this, they have a no touching clause... well let's just say he doesn't touch but lord does he do other things. There is one scene when she is.. having "special alone time with herself" and um he comes in and makes it special alone time for both of them and I'll be thinking about that for years to come 😏
There also is such a satisfying baby daddy gets punched scene that if I had a shitty baby daddy would have me giddy for a week at least
Thank you to jenn plummer for having me on the ARC team, I've been wishing I lived in Aspen Ridge since page one
There is "fake" dating to marriage and the "My Wife" of it all 🥵🥵🥵 this mannnnn
The spice in this, they have a no touching clause... well let's just say he doesn't touch but lord does he do other things. There is one scene when she is.. having "special alone time with herself" and um he comes in and makes it special alone time for both of them and I'll be thinking about that for years to come 😏
There also is such a satisfying baby daddy gets punched scene that if I had a shitty baby daddy would have me giddy for a week at least
Thank you to jenn plummer for having me on the ARC team, I've been wishing I lived in Aspen Ridge since page one
March 9, 2025
Wow what can I say perfection 🥰🥰👏once again my kindle has too many highlights 😂. When we first met Liam and Hannah in unravel me I was so excited to see their story and now we have it and it was everything and more. Liam and Charlie’s relationship was so perfect he takes stand and does everything he can for that little girl 🥹the love between them is a strong bond. Liam is defo in my top 5 husbands - he has always been there for Hannah and always loved her no matter what 👏he’s a real man. He always listens and gives Hannah whatever she needs and more.
“Me and you”
Me and you”
Am I crying writing this yes , did I spend the day just reading yes and I have no regrets because they will always have a special place in my heart. Those brothers love hard and always fight for their love.
“Me and you”
Me and you”
Am I crying writing this yes , did I spend the day just reading yes and I have no regrets because they will always have a special place in my heart. Those brothers love hard and always fight for their love.
March 16, 2025
5⭐️4🌶️ Hannah + Liam
Out of all the Aspen Ridge men this is the couple I was least looking forward to. Liam has been DOWN BAD for Hannah since book 1 in this series. This is no surprise to anyone. So I wasn’t sure what to expect.
But holy hell 🥵 I lost track of all the spicy scenes in this story and I ate them all up! IDK what it was but the chemistry between these two when Hannah finally gave in was hot as hell!
And look, I am a Hannah stan. I found her character so relatable and she clearly lacked in self worth which is why she wasn’t able to let go of Liam as her friend (and rock) and to see him for what he truly meant to her. So I will not accept any criticism 😝
I’m also a huge fan of a determined man, and my man Liam was determined as hell. So good. This couple was perfect.
Out of all the Aspen Ridge men this is the couple I was least looking forward to. Liam has been DOWN BAD for Hannah since book 1 in this series. This is no surprise to anyone. So I wasn’t sure what to expect.
But holy hell 🥵 I lost track of all the spicy scenes in this story and I ate them all up! IDK what it was but the chemistry between these two when Hannah finally gave in was hot as hell!
And look, I am a Hannah stan. I found her character so relatable and she clearly lacked in self worth which is why she wasn’t able to let go of Liam as her friend (and rock) and to see him for what he truly meant to her. So I will not accept any criticism 😝
I’m also a huge fan of a determined man, and my man Liam was determined as hell. So good. This couple was perfect.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 25, 2025
Jenn is back at it again with Liam & Hannah and they’re just a amazing as the last two books (these are interconnected standalones so they don’t have to be read in order but it makes the story that much better!)
Liam has been in love with his childhood best friend for over two decades and for some reason, she just can’t see it. Through the ups and downs of adolescence, a brief stint in college, and even childbirth… Liam has never backed down. So what will it take for Hannah to finally SEE him?
Hannah is no stranger to having the deck stacked against her… the black sheep of the family, the oldest yet her mother‘s least favorite, and a doormat for Levi but she’s always had Liam.
I took off a star because Hannah having her head in the sand to such a degree was SO incredibly frustrating even with the slivers of time she let Liam in. I also feel like the story wasn’t as much “theirs” as it was a recap/summary of Dallas and Blaire’s story. I did, however, love the interspersed flashbacks from both of their POVs.
I received an ARC from the author. All opinions are my own.
Liam has been in love with his childhood best friend for over two decades and for some reason, she just can’t see it. Through the ups and downs of adolescence, a brief stint in college, and even childbirth… Liam has never backed down. So what will it take for Hannah to finally SEE him?
Hannah is no stranger to having the deck stacked against her… the black sheep of the family, the oldest yet her mother‘s least favorite, and a doormat for Levi but she’s always had Liam.
I took off a star because Hannah having her head in the sand to such a degree was SO incredibly frustrating even with the slivers of time she let Liam in. I also feel like the story wasn’t as much “theirs” as it was a recap/summary of Dallas and Blaire’s story. I did, however, love the interspersed flashbacks from both of their POVs.
I received an ARC from the author. All opinions are my own.
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