Can a chance meeting change the course of one’s life?
Beck Davis. A name synonymous with the bad-attitude Formula One driver. A trip to Idaho for the holidays was supposed to be a couple of weeks of anonymity. Instead, it brought me a blunt beauty who wants nothing to do with anyone. One brunch cracked her thorny exterior and turned into one night of passion. The next thing I know, we’re together the rest of the week. I’m hooked and ready for more. Except, when we leave Idaho, we don’t exchange contact information. It hasn’t stopped me from obsessing about her, though. A year later, I go back on the off chance that she returns as well. I must be the luckiest man alive because here she is.
Sydney Johnson. Workaholic extraordinaire, assistant to the CEO of Vanstone Properties. One forced vacation from my overbearing yet sweet boss only puts me behind with work, and I’m dreading the time away. Then I meet Beckett, and I can’t seem to pull myself away from him. Downing a gin and tonic shouldn’t have led to anything, yet I decide to let loose for once. I don’t expect to like him so much because this Christmas is all we can ever have. Even if he’s on my mind every day since. Almost a year later, finding out who he truly is changes everything. Hearing him out means opening up to the possibility of more with him, and I’m not sure I’m ready for that. But one holiday vacation turns into an accidental tradition between us.
Long distance and hectic schedules threaten something that could be paramount. Can we prioritize each other to see if this is a once in a lifetime thing, or are we destined to stay a holiday fling?
ARC Review ✨ First I would like to say a big thank you to Samantha for letting me be apart of this ARC Team! Rate: 5/5⭐️ Spice: 1.5/5🌶️
What to expect when reading Serendipity; -Holiday Romance -Formula 1 -Right Person, Wrong Time -Chronic Disease Rep -Long Distance Relationship
This was so cute! I need a Beckett Davis in my life, he is book boyfriend goals! I loved the instant chemistry between Beckett and Sydney, it was the perfect setup to this push and pull between them. Seeing them evolve throughout the story because they both traveled so much had me so built up but I couldn’t put it down because I was rooting for them. Beckett has the patience of a Saint. I don’t want to give too much away but my Formula 1 girls this is for you and if you are new to Formula 1 this is the perfect story to dip your toes in to start your journey I promise🫶
Fav Quote: “You want to freak out? Great, do it with me.”
Make sure you get the book when it releases Nov. 14th❤️ #bookstagram #romance #review
Tropes/what to expect: 🏎️ holiday romance 🎄 formula 1 driver 🏎️ right person, wrong time 🎄 chronic disease rep 🏎️ long distance relationship
Serendipity is book 1 in Samantha’s new series, Qualifiers of Love. The book follows the journey of Beckett Davis (Beck) and Sydney. Who are they, well Beckett is a devastatingly handsome formula 1 driver and Sydney is a sassy, workaholic who is the co-CEO of Vanstine Properties.
They met at a bar inside the resort they are both staying at over the Christmas holiday. A one night stand turns into spending the rest of their time at the resort together. But then they go separate ways with no way to contact one another.
This story was super cute and it was a very easy read. The characters, Beckett and Sydney, along with the side characters, are loveable. Beckett is super sweet, a complete cinnamon roll and you can’t help but love him. He is boyfriend goals. I loved watching their feelings, their relationship and love evolve throughout the whole story. Samantha didn’t rush their relationship, rush their love, she let it play out slowly and with caution. It felt real and it’s one thing I really appreciate in Samantha’s writing. You could tell from their first meeting, without much interaction, that there was chemistry between them. Beckett and Sydney go through many troubles and struggles throughout the book, it’ll take you on an emotional roller coaster ride. Beckett has the patience of a saint and he’s the real MVP and swoon-worthy book boyfriend every girl wants to read about (and have in real life). He shows up time and again letting Syd know he’s there, through it all, no matter what.
If you love a quick easy read that is right person wrong time, with a sassy, feisty FMC and swoon-worthy cinnamon roll MMC this book is for you.
Serendipity ARC Review 🏎️ Sydney & Beckett’s story has captured my heart!! I truly felt every emotion they were feeling throughout their relationship in the book as if it were happening to me!! It was a bit of a rollercoaster ride, there were highs and lows and frustrating moments were i wanted to slap the charavters to try to get them to get their sh*t together and react 😂 and i have to say that was refreshing af! It’s been a while since i’ve had a romance book (not a dark romance) that has taken me to such a ride and that ive really immersed in! I cried, i laughed and i got mad at and with the characters! Even after all that I read this book in 3 days after work before bed or in the morning with my coffee so it’s a relatively quick read. The aspects of their job are fun and you learn a thing or two, or if you are an F1 fan you’ll appreciate the little details the author Samantha has included that let you know she is a fan too!
I loved this book overall and the spice was *chefs kiss* ! Thank you so much Samantha M Thomas for having me as part of your arc/street team!!! 🤍
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
This book. THIS FREAKING BOOK. I loved it. I literally hopped into Samantha’s DMs the second i finished this book. It was just…it was so good.
This was my first F1 book and it delivered on the sport. It was so fun to read about.
NOW ONTO THE BEST PART — BECKETT EFFING DAVIS. This man…this man was the definition of caring. He was supportive, loving, friendly, and the way he treated Sydney was to die for. I loved everything about him — his nervousness, his passion, his overall being was so great.
Sydney was a boss ass babe and was a warrior. She took no shit and it was a delight to read. Her vulnerability was seriously so relatable — her thinking she always has to be on, the one taking care of everything, and having all the answers. I loved their chemistry, they had it in spades! I genuinely loved how this story played out. It was a love story with sacrifices and wonderful moments.
I 10000% recommend this book. FIVE STARS — all day.
I can’t wait to see what Samantha brings for the rest of the series!
I couldn't put this book down. Sydney is a feisty workaholic. Beckett is chasing anonymity. Their first encounter made me laugh. The struggles and everything they have to fight through in this book, it really is a rollercoaster. Beckett puts so much into making sure Sydney knows that no matter what he is, there just warms my heart. Beckett is truly everything. His patience can not be matched. The things he does for her while across the world no less. The people they both have in their lives are amazing. Samantha can definitely build a world and stick you right in the middle of it. Not only was I dying to find out what happened next with Sydney and Beckett. But also all of the side characters that you come to love through the story. This will definitely be a reread. I can't wait to see what we get next! 😍
“I listen, baby. To everything. No matter how big or small, I listen to everything you say.”
ARC Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 🌶️🌶️ I loved this holiday sports romance! The story flowed well, was nicely paced and the character growth was excellent. You can’t help loving these characters!
Sydney was such a boss babe! Her grit and determination were refreshing to read. If only she knew how to slow down and be in the moment. Which brings us to Beckett, the hot shot F1 driver. He’s kind, supportive and attentive. It also helps that he’s really hot! All the best qualities for an top tier book boyfriend.
With a chance encounter at Christmas, they find each other in more than one way. Their chemistry is off the charts and their connection is intense. This right person, wrong time romance then takes you on a beautiful roller coaster ride full of emotions until the end.
A definite must read!
I would like to thank Samantha M. Thomas for the opportunity to read and review Serendipity.
Another great read from Samantha M. Thomas. This F1, holiday romance is an easy read packed with longing, chemistry, and definitely spice! Beckett Davis is book boyfriend goals. He is dreamy and so delectable. Sydney is so strong and powerful, and a definite boss baddy. The text conversations, which there were plenty of, really helped uncover the relationship forming between the MCs. A great inclusion to drive the plot between meetings. The “right person, wrong time” trope is heavy in this book - I cheered so hard for each Christmas to roll around and see the magnetic charm between Beckett and Sydney.
I could not put this story down. I was hooked from the beginning.
Sydney was the definition of a boss babe like no other and oh boy did it show. That girl was determined and a spitfire all at the same time. She is sent on a forced Christmas vacation by her boss where she meets Beckett a F1 driver. She didn't know who he was which he was. That man was kind, gorgeous and the banter they had was top tier. The chemistry was on fire the dynamic they had together was so perfect as if they were made for each other.
Sydney and Beckett become the right person at the wrong time and its heartbreaking for them and us as readers but its so rewarding in the end to see how they overcome every obstacle in their way.
. holiday romance . formula 1 . right person, wrong time . long distance . chronic disease rep
This is going to another series by Samantha I'm going to love!
ARC Review Serendipity was such a great holiday sports read. Beckett and Sydney meet over the Christmas holiday and have what should have been just a fling. She's busy working for a major resort company and he's a formula one driver and they don't give details about their lives. They both feel more but neither ask for a way to contact the other. A year goes by and they meet again at the same resort . They tell each other the truth about themselves but realize they are too busy to make anything happen. So they leave as friends. This goes on for a couple years but Beckett has always wanted more, he is the perfect book boyfriend. Always checking in and making sure Sydney is well and not overworked. Will she accept her feelings and try to make it work with Beck?
This book was such a cute read, getting you ready for the festive season. The story of Beckett and Sydney starts when they both end up at the same place over Christmas and then spending time together. After Christmas they don't see each other for another year where they end up both meeting at same resort again. This is a slow burn long distance romance that is the right person and the wrong time. But with the work from the strong willed and sassy Sydney and cinnamon roll Beckett they overcome many obstacles to get the happy ending every one wants.
Thank you Samantha Thomas for the opportunity of an ARC copy of Serendipity.
BECKETT DAVIS He's got every green flag! He is kind, understanding, patient, considerate, and incredibly affectionate. I loved how he treated Sydney. His love for Sydney and his Formula 1 racing were the two things I admired most about him. You’ll see his face next to the word “ perfect book boyfriend”
Sydney Johnson This girl N E E D E D this vacation like how I need an iced latte every day. She appears to be a busy boss babe, but she is actually superwoman. With all the answers, she is always the one looking after everyone and everything. I loved how relatable Samantha made Sydney's vulnerability. Sydney shows that sometimes to get what you want, that you need to take a little risk.
Serendipity had the perfect meet cute for this couple! This was a perfect vacation fling that leaves you wanting more!!
Beck is a formula 1 driver who needed some time off. Sydney is an assistant to the CEO and was forced on vacation. These two both end up in an Idaho town over the holidays. What is even more surprising is a year has passed and they both reunite in the same town at the same time!
Samantha M. Thomas is starting the Qualifiers Of Love series off strong! I am in love with these two and am so happy to see there story unfold.
I thought that this book was amazing. With a strong female character that works all the time; and a man that yearns to find himself. I loved that it was a fated Christmas love story with one of the sweetest book boyfriends you will ever meet. The love that they have for one another is such a strong love that they both deny and when they meet again its not the right time. However, with her being married to her job and him racing all the time and publicity stunts. Will they have the time to have the relationship we all covet?
Long distance✔️ Holiday romance ✔️ Sports romance (F1 car racing) ✔️
Sydney & Beckett 🥰
I was hooked from the beginning! On the edge of my seat rooting for the love birds to make this long distance work. I’ve never felt so many emotions flowing while reading.
Can’t wait for the next one!
Thank you Samantha for allowing me to be apart of the team!
This was a very good read and I did enjoy the holiday spirit of it as well. I enjoyed reading Beckett and Sydney’s story. The characters definitely drew me in and the storyline definitely kept me invested. I also enjoyed the chemistry between these two. I really enjoyed this one. Looking forward to the authors next book. I really enjoy her style of storytelling.
Thank you to Samantha Thomas for allowing me to ARC read this book!!
This book is the first one of a new series by the author. A formula 1 driver and a workaholic meet by chance at a beautiful resort. They start spending time together.
It's such a cute book with a strong FMC and a cute, cinnamon roll MMC.
This is a nice Christmas and Formula 1 story. The chemistry between these two is off the charts beautiful. The compassion, excitement and spice is off the charts. I am so glad I was giving the opportunity to read this as an ArC reader.
This book was pleasantly surprising that lit my nerves in a haywire . A Beautiful display of compassion and excitement. The thrills of this book was phenomenal and took me overboard with ramp up exasperation.
Oh how I loved this book! I was completely hooked the entire book! Beck is a Formula One driver who meets Sydney at a resort while on vacation. They had an instant attraction and after spending the week together they had an instant connection as well. But it just wasn’t the right time for them. They both were building their careers in different parts of the world. So they would meet at the resort every year and it was like no time passed at all! I loved how the book spanned out over the years. This book gave me all the feels! It will always be one of my favorite reads!