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Syncopated Snowflakes
Dance friends. A snowstorm. One bed. And all that stupid chemistry.
Melody
I made a rule: no dating on the social dancing scene. My greatest misstep still sits like a stone inside my heart, and I’m a mother now. I can’t afford mistakes like that. I’m only here for salsa, for the music, dance, and art. No giving out my number. Not to anyone.
But Constantine and I, we’ve always had such stupid chemistry. And when my wallet’s stolen, and a snowstorm cuts all transport, he offers help.
Now we are stuck in this hotel room with a single bed.
I swear, I only came to dance.
Constantine
I made a rule: no more girlfriends from the dancefloor. Or situationships. Or friends with benefits. It isn’t worth the heartbreak. I do not pick them well, and I have always been too soft for games.
But Melody is different. Shy, yet vivacious. Withdrawn, yet always here, and honest to a fault. So when she needs me, of course I’ll help her out.
Now we’re snowed-in together, all alone. And thanks to our dances, I already know what she feels like in my arms.
We’ve always had such stupid chemistry.
Stupid chemistry.
Syncopated Snowflakes is a spicy, one-bed, holiday-adjacent contemporary romance.
Melody
I made a rule: no dating on the social dancing scene. My greatest misstep still sits like a stone inside my heart, and I’m a mother now. I can’t afford mistakes like that. I’m only here for salsa, for the music, dance, and art. No giving out my number. Not to anyone.
But Constantine and I, we’ve always had such stupid chemistry. And when my wallet’s stolen, and a snowstorm cuts all transport, he offers help.
Now we are stuck in this hotel room with a single bed.
I swear, I only came to dance.
Constantine
I made a rule: no more girlfriends from the dancefloor. Or situationships. Or friends with benefits. It isn’t worth the heartbreak. I do not pick them well, and I have always been too soft for games.
But Melody is different. Shy, yet vivacious. Withdrawn, yet always here, and honest to a fault. So when she needs me, of course I’ll help her out.
Now we’re snowed-in together, all alone. And thanks to our dances, I already know what she feels like in my arms.
We’ve always had such stupid chemistry.
Stupid chemistry.
Syncopated Snowflakes is a spicy, one-bed, holiday-adjacent contemporary romance.
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215 pages, Paperback
Published November 7, 2024
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Amber Night
8 books119 followersAmber writes interracial romance with excursions into short fiction. Her stories wrap you up in atmosphere and rich emotion. She’s also partial to a hefty dose of sensuality and steam.
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A poet at heart, she explores the depths of what it means to be human. She looks beneath the surface differences which divide us to find the common ground which unites us in our struggles to be seen.
She lives in London with her husband and her daughter. And if she isn’t writing, you’ll probably find her dancing.
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December 3, 2024
3.5 stars rounded down because the story lost momentum for me close to the end, but I also ended up feeling sick last night so this could have been a me issue
Firstly, yay for the diversity in this book with the West African representation and details of that community. There’s a glossary at the end of the book that has some British info, but also more detail on some of the specifically West African cultural references. Also the social dance elements were beautiful. I have precisely zero rhythm but I found those scenes and thoughts fascinating.
This read wasn’t what I expected and it is more winter-based than holiday-themed. It’s slow and steady with a nakedness to the main characters as they assess their wants while balancing along the trauma that they’ve been dealt from past relationships and disappointments. It’s not clear til later in the book but they’ve been casual friends for six years and even though they didn’t have each other’s numbers, there’s plenty of insider knowledge and tidbits that form a pre-existing foundation. Plus the chemistry is excellent, since these two spark off each other with every glance and touch. Constantine (H) is a nerdy guy in his early thirties and Melody (h) is a single mum, I think also in her thirties.
Written in first person, dual POV. No ow/om drama and both are experienced (some info given but H didn’t appear to sleep around and neither did h).
I loved that Constantine is a softer and more vulnerable H and my heart hurt for him that he felt lessened by past lovers to being clingy and made to feel unmanly. He’s a sweetheart who feels deeply and has always wanted to find that place of love for himself. Melody had one terrible relationship but it had a huge impact that’s continued to ripple through her reactions and behaviors. She’s gone to therapy and yet, this tiny flame with Constantine is her first actual venture into something romantic since that previously bad ending. I appreciated that she didn’t let her past scare her away from the joy of the dance community she’d found. I did think that Constantine came across as more well-rounded of a character.
Both of these characters are over thinkers and frequently in their own heads (sometimes in their own way too). The story does get wordy in places and feel weighted down in others. It’s emotional, sweet, and feels significant. I do wish it had more lightness in places to balance the introspection. Still, I enjoyed how deep I felt the shorter page count was able to get within the characters’ mindsets. There was a discordant moment where Melody drops the “love” label and I didn’t feel it fit with what had happened before or where they were in the scene. I loved Constantine using the term “besotted” instead.
Steam-wise, because this begins as a forced proximity, one bed turned ONS the steam doesn’t take too long to hit. Then they get in their heads and don’t talk due to fear, so there’s a gap til more of the steam comes later. I did enjoy how the author wrote the sexy times, though I’ll always petition that we don’t need to mention or think about past lovers at all while with the present love interest (it’s fleeting).
The two main side characters both came across as wise, supportive women helping to nudge their person in the right direction. Melody has a best friend who's like her family and Constantine has his aunt who cared for him when he came to the UK from Africa. Melody's daughter is only briefly on page, but mentioned frequently.
The ending is that HFN/HEA of them a year later, in Melody’s space with Constantine coming over for dinner. Seeing/hearing about the bond between him and Melody’s daughter was precious. As well as getting a proposal scene and a last bit of spice. I wish that we had seen Melody meet Constantine’s Auntie on page because I feel like that would have been a wonderful moment. I enjoyed this read and I’m curious about the author’s backlist so I’ll be checking that out too.
Firstly, yay for the diversity in this book with the West African representation and details of that community. There’s a glossary at the end of the book that has some British info, but also more detail on some of the specifically West African cultural references. Also the social dance elements were beautiful. I have precisely zero rhythm but I found those scenes and thoughts fascinating.
This read wasn’t what I expected and it is more winter-based than holiday-themed. It’s slow and steady with a nakedness to the main characters as they assess their wants while balancing along the trauma that they’ve been dealt from past relationships and disappointments. It’s not clear til later in the book but they’ve been casual friends for six years and even though they didn’t have each other’s numbers, there’s plenty of insider knowledge and tidbits that form a pre-existing foundation. Plus the chemistry is excellent, since these two spark off each other with every glance and touch. Constantine (H) is a nerdy guy in his early thirties and Melody (h) is a single mum, I think also in her thirties.
Written in first person, dual POV. No ow/om drama and both are experienced (some info given but H didn’t appear to sleep around and neither did h).
I loved that Constantine is a softer and more vulnerable H and my heart hurt for him that he felt lessened by past lovers to being clingy and made to feel unmanly. He’s a sweetheart who feels deeply and has always wanted to find that place of love for himself. Melody had one terrible relationship but it had a huge impact that’s continued to ripple through her reactions and behaviors. She’s gone to therapy and yet, this tiny flame with Constantine is her first actual venture into something romantic since that previously bad ending. I appreciated that she didn’t let her past scare her away from the joy of the dance community she’d found. I did think that Constantine came across as more well-rounded of a character.
Both of these characters are over thinkers and frequently in their own heads (sometimes in their own way too). The story does get wordy in places and feel weighted down in others. It’s emotional, sweet, and feels significant. I do wish it had more lightness in places to balance the introspection. Still, I enjoyed how deep I felt the shorter page count was able to get within the characters’ mindsets. There was a discordant moment where Melody drops the “love” label and I didn’t feel it fit with what had happened before or where they were in the scene. I loved Constantine using the term “besotted” instead.
Steam-wise, because this begins as a forced proximity, one bed turned ONS the steam doesn’t take too long to hit. Then they get in their heads and don’t talk due to fear, so there’s a gap til more of the steam comes later. I did enjoy how the author wrote the sexy times, though I’ll always petition that we don’t need to mention or think about past lovers at all while with the present love interest (it’s fleeting).
The two main side characters both came across as wise, supportive women helping to nudge their person in the right direction. Melody has a best friend who's like her family and Constantine has his aunt who cared for him when he came to the UK from Africa. Melody's daughter is only briefly on page, but mentioned frequently.
The ending is that HFN/HEA of them a year later, in Melody’s space with Constantine coming over for dinner. Seeing/hearing about the bond between him and Melody’s daughter was precious. As well as getting a proposal scene and a last bit of spice. I wish that we had seen Melody meet Constantine’s Auntie on page because I feel like that would have been a wonderful moment. I enjoyed this read and I’m curious about the author’s backlist so I’ll be checking that out too.
October 23, 2024
Syncopated Snowflakes
Dance friends. A snowstorm. One bed. And all that stupid chemistry.
Single mum Melody and Constantine both had the rule that they wouldn't date or get involved with anyone from the dance scene. However, when Melody's wallet and phone are stolen and a snow storm hits they are stuck in a hotel room together with only bed. What's the worst that could happen, with their chemistry and the familiar feel of each other's arms?
I was immediately drawn to this ARC when I saw the book was centred around an interracial couple in their 30s, alongside tropes I love, such as forced proximity. The book did not disappoint, I could have read more of Melody and Constantines' story👏
One of the things I enjoyed about Syncopated Snowflakes was that the forced proximity scene was early on in the book so we could enjoy the development of their relationship.
Although, it would have been nice to read more about the build-up to the sexual tension expressed through the dance scenes.
The book contains some spicy scenes, however, it doesn't dominate the book. A good balance has been used by Amber Night, which suited Melody and Constantine personalities.
I loved the rapport and banter between Melody and Constantine and the way they communicated their insecurities and past relationship issues. Also, it was refreshing to see a MMC show vulnerability like Constantine did.
Melody and Constantine have chemistry on and off the dance floor 🔥
I would definitely recommend this book because everyone needs a Constantine in their life.
Thank you to Amber Night for providing this book for review. All opinions are honest views of my own.
Dance friends. A snowstorm. One bed. And all that stupid chemistry.
Single mum Melody and Constantine both had the rule that they wouldn't date or get involved with anyone from the dance scene. However, when Melody's wallet and phone are stolen and a snow storm hits they are stuck in a hotel room together with only bed. What's the worst that could happen, with their chemistry and the familiar feel of each other's arms?
I was immediately drawn to this ARC when I saw the book was centred around an interracial couple in their 30s, alongside tropes I love, such as forced proximity. The book did not disappoint, I could have read more of Melody and Constantines' story👏
One of the things I enjoyed about Syncopated Snowflakes was that the forced proximity scene was early on in the book so we could enjoy the development of their relationship.
Although, it would have been nice to read more about the build-up to the sexual tension expressed through the dance scenes.
The book contains some spicy scenes, however, it doesn't dominate the book. A good balance has been used by Amber Night, which suited Melody and Constantine personalities.
I loved the rapport and banter between Melody and Constantine and the way they communicated their insecurities and past relationship issues. Also, it was refreshing to see a MMC show vulnerability like Constantine did.
Melody and Constantine have chemistry on and off the dance floor 🔥
I would definitely recommend this book because everyone needs a Constantine in their life.
Thank you to Amber Night for providing this book for review. All opinions are honest views of my own.
October 28, 2024
These characters were just lovely! Constantine and Melody were so relatable and real. Their fears and emotions were present and you could feel them along with both. But I enjoyed how they fought past those fears and worries to fight for a love that had been building for years - without them fully realizing it.
I think Constantine is a favorite book hero now. In an age where alphas seem to reign everywhere (don’t get me wrong, I enjoy my alpha male books,) it’s exciting to see a gentle, loyal, caring man be represented well. You see his insecurities and hurts, but he’s no less of a hero to Melody. He wants to provide for her and be strong for her, but he also wants to cuddle and be seen for who he is. Yes!!! 👏🏻 I just loved his character.
There were some parts that I found a bit too wordy and introspective. It wasn’t helping move the story along for me, so I skimmed through some of those. Despite those, it was still a beautiful and moving story. It reminds us that true love is found in real life (not just for billionaires and famous people) and it can be imperfect, but still amazing.
I think Constantine is a favorite book hero now. In an age where alphas seem to reign everywhere (don’t get me wrong, I enjoy my alpha male books,) it’s exciting to see a gentle, loyal, caring man be represented well. You see his insecurities and hurts, but he’s no less of a hero to Melody. He wants to provide for her and be strong for her, but he also wants to cuddle and be seen for who he is. Yes!!! 👏🏻 I just loved his character.
There were some parts that I found a bit too wordy and introspective. It wasn’t helping move the story along for me, so I skimmed through some of those. Despite those, it was still a beautiful and moving story. It reminds us that true love is found in real life (not just for billionaires and famous people) and it can be imperfect, but still amazing.
November 9, 2024
Sweet and Spicy Romance
Single mom, one-bed, friends to lovers, with hot dancing, steamy romance, and delightful London! Melody and Constantine have known each other for years but are both introverts with tumultuous pasts. They take a chance with each other and move past being just dance partners. Loved that there wasn’t a ton of relationship drama. Just two people figuring out what they want from a relationship.
Single mom, one-bed, friends to lovers, with hot dancing, steamy romance, and delightful London! Melody and Constantine have known each other for years but are both introverts with tumultuous pasts. They take a chance with each other and move past being just dance partners. Loved that there wasn’t a ton of relationship drama. Just two people figuring out what they want from a relationship.
November 11, 2024
I absolutely loved these characters and the development of the story. This book was past faced and kept me on my toes throughout. I immediately enjoyed that this book displayed an interracial relationship as well as discussing anxiety and intervertedness. With the forced proximity scenes being at the beginning of the book, it allowed for the relationship to grow and develop!
November 4, 2024
This is a sweet but spicy romance. Melody is a single mother who met Contastine at the Salsa club and has had a secret crush on him, and unbeknown to her, he's had one on her too. Things change between them one night when they are forced to get a room to shelter out of snow after the trains have stopped running and they can't get home. Sharing a room and a bed blurred the lines of friendship, and things become hot between them.
This book is sure to keep you hot on those cold wintery nights.
This book is sure to keep you hot on those cold wintery nights.
June 8, 2025
This was a beautifully written story, it just wasn’t quite my vibe. That said, I can absolutely see this being a 5 star favorite for readers who enjoy soft, cozy romances with a musical twist. The characters are well-developed, the romance is heartfelt, and the pacing flows like a gentle snowfall. While it didn’t fully click with me personally, I know so many romance lovers will fall in love with this one.
November 7, 2024
"In the next room, one half of my heart slumbers peacefully away, safe and protected. The other half rests by my side. And all is silent, in the night."~Melody
When I first began reading this story, I have to admit, it was hard to find a connection to the characters. The pacing was slow, it got lost with the internal struggle of overthinking and finding no even pace of just being in the moment. We have single Mom Melody who loves to dance and is caught up one night with one dancer named Álvaro while kind of playing hard to get with another man named Constantine. I guess he's a friend, they've known each other for 7yrs but they don't have each other's numbers so... I'm not too sure.🤷🏻 One thing leads to another with her purse and cell phone being stolen after leaving it outside under a bench, I didn't get that concept at all😄😄, it's snowing, there's a power outage, and Constantine is helping by finding safe lodging for both of them.
You don't have to guess where it goes from there.😛 There's spice. Kind of like that movie Before Sunrise. These two adults have been hurt, have baggage to sort through. But Melody, for me, she's not very likable. She knows when she's acting like a b and proceeds to act like that anyway. I get you have a past, but girl, you can't heal and move on if you stay in that same headspace. You can't be with a new man if you compare him to your ex and what your ex did or didn't do. Like at the end with a certain ring. Don't play that game. Don't be that person.
I really liked Constantine. He's relatable. A good guy. He's been taken advantage of by others for his good nature and he's tired of it. He likes Melody. And he hopes she's not like his ex-girlfriend. I especially love how Ms Night incorporated his culture, his Auntie, into the story. Constantine wears his heart on his sleeve. He tries even if he makes mistakes, the man still wants to do right and be respectful. This character really shined. A complete cinnamon roll.🥰 This is when the story started to pick up for me.
Don't get me wrong, there are parts of the story written in a poetic heartspace. Which I like. I got JD Salinger and Sylvia Plath vibes. But with Melody, there was just something about her that didn't work for me. I think she loves Constantine but not completely imo. The day she has no thoughts of her ex Victor and what he may or may not have done to compare to the present, that's the day she's finally healed from it and only Constantine matters going forward. I hope that makes sense. I'm giving four stars for Constantine. Who took a chance, was funny, and fought to have love. He didn't compare Melody to his past. He saw her for her. I wanted Melody to do that for him too. She didn't. And Constantine didn't get upset about it. That says a great deal about him, don't you think? I like the book cover. Happy reading.💙🩵💙🩵💙🩵
🩰❄️Thank you to Ms Night and Bookfunnel for an early book. I'm voluntarily leaving my honest thoughts on the story I read.❄️🩰
When I first began reading this story, I have to admit, it was hard to find a connection to the characters. The pacing was slow, it got lost with the internal struggle of overthinking and finding no even pace of just being in the moment. We have single Mom Melody who loves to dance and is caught up one night with one dancer named Álvaro while kind of playing hard to get with another man named Constantine. I guess he's a friend, they've known each other for 7yrs but they don't have each other's numbers so... I'm not too sure.🤷🏻 One thing leads to another with her purse and cell phone being stolen after leaving it outside under a bench, I didn't get that concept at all😄😄, it's snowing, there's a power outage, and Constantine is helping by finding safe lodging for both of them.
You don't have to guess where it goes from there.😛 There's spice. Kind of like that movie Before Sunrise. These two adults have been hurt, have baggage to sort through. But Melody, for me, she's not very likable. She knows when she's acting like a b and proceeds to act like that anyway. I get you have a past, but girl, you can't heal and move on if you stay in that same headspace. You can't be with a new man if you compare him to your ex and what your ex did or didn't do. Like at the end with a certain ring. Don't play that game. Don't be that person.
I really liked Constantine. He's relatable. A good guy. He's been taken advantage of by others for his good nature and he's tired of it. He likes Melody. And he hopes she's not like his ex-girlfriend. I especially love how Ms Night incorporated his culture, his Auntie, into the story. Constantine wears his heart on his sleeve. He tries even if he makes mistakes, the man still wants to do right and be respectful. This character really shined. A complete cinnamon roll.🥰 This is when the story started to pick up for me.
Don't get me wrong, there are parts of the story written in a poetic heartspace. Which I like. I got JD Salinger and Sylvia Plath vibes. But with Melody, there was just something about her that didn't work for me. I think she loves Constantine but not completely imo. The day she has no thoughts of her ex Victor and what he may or may not have done to compare to the present, that's the day she's finally healed from it and only Constantine matters going forward. I hope that makes sense. I'm giving four stars for Constantine. Who took a chance, was funny, and fought to have love. He didn't compare Melody to his past. He saw her for her. I wanted Melody to do that for him too. She didn't. And Constantine didn't get upset about it. That says a great deal about him, don't you think? I like the book cover. Happy reading.💙🩵💙🩵💙🩵
🩰❄️Thank you to Ms Night and Bookfunnel for an early book. I'm voluntarily leaving my honest thoughts on the story I read.❄️🩰
October 28, 2024
Amber Night’s new contemporary romance is set in present-day London amidst the salsa dance social scene. Both main characters, who are in their 30s, have sworn off dating dance people but have been drawn to one another for over five years. Melody, a single mom, has avoided dating anyone after ending a toxic relationship, and Constantine, a Ghanian who has lived in London from childhood, has had his fair share of failed relationships. They find themselves unable to get home from the dance club one night during a snowstorm and end up sharing the last room available at a nearby hotel (of course, it only has one bed) and abandoning their rules for a night of searing passion. In the weeks after, they try figure out how to move forward and, in the process, discover their true feelings for one another.
The book seemed a bit slow at the beginning despite the heat of the central relationship, but slowly wound itself around me. As my reading progressed, I appreciated the way Night revealed the two main characters, their past issues with other partners, and how they were a perfect match for each other. The introspective natures of both characters means that we get to see how they find their way to a stronger relationship. Their chemistry is palpable, on and off the dance floor, and they strive to communicate openly. It was refreshing to see two average people trying to make the best out of life.
Overall, I liked the central question at the heart of this story: what does it really mean to love and to be loved; both characters try to sort this out as they go along. In the process, there are some beautiful acts of service, caretaking, steamy scenes, and a coming together to get past fear to embrace a future together. I loved the way Night uses salsa dancing as a metaphor for relationships and the clever ways she revealed the backstory.
Although I had some minor issues with the pacing and some difficulties connecting with the characters (who seemed a little too perfect for me), I really enjoyed this novel and highly recommend it to readers who like a thoughtful love story that doesn’t have a lot of angst.
I received an advanced reader copy for free and am leaving this review voluntarily.
The book seemed a bit slow at the beginning despite the heat of the central relationship, but slowly wound itself around me. As my reading progressed, I appreciated the way Night revealed the two main characters, their past issues with other partners, and how they were a perfect match for each other. The introspective natures of both characters means that we get to see how they find their way to a stronger relationship. Their chemistry is palpable, on and off the dance floor, and they strive to communicate openly. It was refreshing to see two average people trying to make the best out of life.
Overall, I liked the central question at the heart of this story: what does it really mean to love and to be loved; both characters try to sort this out as they go along. In the process, there are some beautiful acts of service, caretaking, steamy scenes, and a coming together to get past fear to embrace a future together. I loved the way Night uses salsa dancing as a metaphor for relationships and the clever ways she revealed the backstory.
Although I had some minor issues with the pacing and some difficulties connecting with the characters (who seemed a little too perfect for me), I really enjoyed this novel and highly recommend it to readers who like a thoughtful love story that doesn’t have a lot of angst.
I received an advanced reader copy for free and am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 25, 2024
There isn’t one thing I’d change about Syncopated Snowflakes. It’s delightful in every way. Night has crafted one charmer of a Christmas romance in this book.
Melody (perfect name for someone who loves music and dance!) and Constantine are both introverts and overthinkers. That’s made them hold one another at arm’s length (all puns intended) when they’ve been dancing together at a local salsa club for years. But an unexpected snowstorm and that classic romance trope, only one bed, kick-start their relationship in a whole new direction.
I loved how outwardly both Melody and Constantine project positivity and capability, but inwardly they’re often frozen, dwelling so much on what to do that they either miss opportunities or actively avoid them. But that bed shakes things up in a marvelous way.
And Night uses things you don’t see that often in romance. The social dance club demonstrates the brilliant parallel that dance that is to any relationship. The setting of urban London (and not posh London at that) becomes its own character in the story. The secondary characters are nicely done, but they all serve to build the focus on Melody and Constantine. And they’re both wonderful characters, doing the best with what they have and yet both longing for more.
The tensions in this story are organic and logical, and I loved how Night worked through them all. This is a simply fantastic holiday read. Pick it up and enjoy!
Melody (perfect name for someone who loves music and dance!) and Constantine are both introverts and overthinkers. That’s made them hold one another at arm’s length (all puns intended) when they’ve been dancing together at a local salsa club for years. But an unexpected snowstorm and that classic romance trope, only one bed, kick-start their relationship in a whole new direction.
I loved how outwardly both Melody and Constantine project positivity and capability, but inwardly they’re often frozen, dwelling so much on what to do that they either miss opportunities or actively avoid them. But that bed shakes things up in a marvelous way.
And Night uses things you don’t see that often in romance. The social dance club demonstrates the brilliant parallel that dance that is to any relationship. The setting of urban London (and not posh London at that) becomes its own character in the story. The secondary characters are nicely done, but they all serve to build the focus on Melody and Constantine. And they’re both wonderful characters, doing the best with what they have and yet both longing for more.
The tensions in this story are organic and logical, and I loved how Night worked through them all. This is a simply fantastic holiday read. Pick it up and enjoy!
November 3, 2024
My first ARC and it was the most wholesome story I’ve read in forever. I was drawn to this book since I first read the description. Interracial couple, in their 30s, forced proximity… yes please.
The book started out a bit slow but it quickly developed into a captivating story. We have a strong FMC who’s trying every day to be the best version of herself and overcoming a past toxic relationship. I loved seeing Melody navigate being a single mom, start a new relationship and hold onto her passion for dancing.
The MMC, Constantine was perfect. I don’t even know where to start with this walking green flag. From being understanding, caring and considerate towards Melody and her daughter, to being a big softie with Auntie. I loved how vulnerable he was, how sincere and aware of both his flaws and strengths.
One of the things I enjoyed most about this book was how relatable the characters were. Also, as a hispanic I thoroughly enjoyed all the talk about salsa, the mention of bachata (which comes from my native country Dominican Republic, special thanks to the author for mentioning this!) and how she made such an emphasis on Constantine’s background, his family and traditions surrounding his culture.
This book was truly amazing, such an easy and wholesome read!
The book started out a bit slow but it quickly developed into a captivating story. We have a strong FMC who’s trying every day to be the best version of herself and overcoming a past toxic relationship. I loved seeing Melody navigate being a single mom, start a new relationship and hold onto her passion for dancing.
The MMC, Constantine was perfect. I don’t even know where to start with this walking green flag. From being understanding, caring and considerate towards Melody and her daughter, to being a big softie with Auntie. I loved how vulnerable he was, how sincere and aware of both his flaws and strengths.
One of the things I enjoyed most about this book was how relatable the characters were. Also, as a hispanic I thoroughly enjoyed all the talk about salsa, the mention of bachata (which comes from my native country Dominican Republic, special thanks to the author for mentioning this!) and how she made such an emphasis on Constantine’s background, his family and traditions surrounding his culture.
This book was truly amazing, such an easy and wholesome read!
November 8, 2024
Amber Night’s Syncopated Snowflakes is a simple and sweet holiday romance that is a nice little treat for the wintery season. Night’s writing is easy to engage with, it has a level of gentleness and does a lovely job giving a layer of diversity to its main characters and the nature of the holiday season. I found this to be a really quick and fast paced read that focuses fully on the shifting of the main character’s relationship. Night utilizes the well loved snowed in trope in order to push the main characters out of a situational friendship into a relationship.
This novel really focuses on the building blocks of moving from acquaintances to something more, and because of this the novel seems to quickly progress through the deeply romantic moments that I tend to like to live in. Amber Night has a gentle hand around this couples relationship and the quickness and pacing of this novel does not explore the true moments of them falling in love or their actions around melding their lives together, because of the lack of these foundational moments the novel stayed in a sweet zone for me and did not fully engage the romantic in me.
I think if you are looking for a snowed in holiday romance that has very low angst and a gentle nature, then Syncopated Snowflakes is worth check out. Amber Night’s writing and characters are both very easy to engagement and will leave you with a feeling of happiness.
Thank you to Amber Night for an eARC, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
This novel really focuses on the building blocks of moving from acquaintances to something more, and because of this the novel seems to quickly progress through the deeply romantic moments that I tend to like to live in. Amber Night has a gentle hand around this couples relationship and the quickness and pacing of this novel does not explore the true moments of them falling in love or their actions around melding their lives together, because of the lack of these foundational moments the novel stayed in a sweet zone for me and did not fully engage the romantic in me.
I think if you are looking for a snowed in holiday romance that has very low angst and a gentle nature, then Syncopated Snowflakes is worth check out. Amber Night’s writing and characters are both very easy to engagement and will leave you with a feeling of happiness.
Thank you to Amber Night for an eARC, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
November 8, 2024
Title: Syncopated Snowflakes
Author: Amber Night
Genre: Sweet & Spicy Holiday Romance
Rating:💜💜💜💜
A heartwarming and realistic tale of love in its most genuine form.
Syncopated Snowflakes is a sweet and spicy romance that takes readers into the lives of two introverted dance enthusiasts, Melody and Constantine. Although they’ve been friends for six years, they’ve quietly admired each other from afar—until now, when their shared passion begins to blossom amid a snowy Christmas backdrop.
Amber Night brings the magic of the holiday season to life, beautifully portraying an interracial couple with depth, cultural richness, and honesty. Melody and Constantine’s story encapsulates the longing of love, the healing of past traumas, and the charm of the season. With a mix of single motherhood, emotional resilience, and pure-hearted kindness, Syncopated Snowflakes is a love story with soul.
As a longtime fan of Amber’s work, I’m especially captivated by her exploration of this festive, enchanting setting. This romance will reach into your heart and dance to the rhythm of love.
Friends to Lovers ∘ Christmas ∘ One Bed ∘ Spice ∘ Interracial Couple ∘ Single Mother
Happy Reading,
Alie 💜
Author: Amber Night
Genre: Sweet & Spicy Holiday Romance
Rating:💜💜💜💜
A heartwarming and realistic tale of love in its most genuine form.
Syncopated Snowflakes is a sweet and spicy romance that takes readers into the lives of two introverted dance enthusiasts, Melody and Constantine. Although they’ve been friends for six years, they’ve quietly admired each other from afar—until now, when their shared passion begins to blossom amid a snowy Christmas backdrop.
Amber Night brings the magic of the holiday season to life, beautifully portraying an interracial couple with depth, cultural richness, and honesty. Melody and Constantine’s story encapsulates the longing of love, the healing of past traumas, and the charm of the season. With a mix of single motherhood, emotional resilience, and pure-hearted kindness, Syncopated Snowflakes is a love story with soul.
As a longtime fan of Amber’s work, I’m especially captivated by her exploration of this festive, enchanting setting. This romance will reach into your heart and dance to the rhythm of love.
Friends to Lovers ∘ Christmas ∘ One Bed ∘ Spice ∘ Interracial Couple ∘ Single Mother
Happy Reading,
Alie 💜
November 4, 2024
ARC Review:
this was a really really cute christmas romance book, short and sweet- just want you want to read during the holidays!
i really enjoyed it and i found it to be quite unique in a few ways; firstly, the main characters meet whilst at dancing socials, which i found to be fun to read about! initially i thought it would be majority dancing but there were only 3 or 4 chapters of it so it didn’t dominate the book at all, which i liked; the romance and story actually felt real. i don’t know if anyone else gets when sometimes in romance books you can tell you’re reading a book because it just doesn’t seem real? well this romance did, it was very authentic and i liked the way it came about; lastly, the main characters, i think the fact they were older and had lives outside of each other was refreshing compared to a lot of romance books.
overall, i really enjoyed this book, i liked both melody and constantine as characters, and i found it really cute!
thank you so much for the ARC!
this was a really really cute christmas romance book, short and sweet- just want you want to read during the holidays!
i really enjoyed it and i found it to be quite unique in a few ways; firstly, the main characters meet whilst at dancing socials, which i found to be fun to read about! initially i thought it would be majority dancing but there were only 3 or 4 chapters of it so it didn’t dominate the book at all, which i liked; the romance and story actually felt real. i don’t know if anyone else gets when sometimes in romance books you can tell you’re reading a book because it just doesn’t seem real? well this romance did, it was very authentic and i liked the way it came about; lastly, the main characters, i think the fact they were older and had lives outside of each other was refreshing compared to a lot of romance books.
overall, i really enjoyed this book, i liked both melody and constantine as characters, and i found it really cute!
thank you so much for the ARC!
November 11, 2024
Thank you to @ambernightauthor for the opportunity to read this book.
Melody and Constantine met several years ago, dancing. Fast forward, Melody has a child and is no longer with her partner (he sounds like a knob). After being stranded in London due to a power outage, Constantine suggests they seek a hotel for the night. After realising they are both attracted to each other, they cannot keep their hands off each other but both can’t say what they are truly feeling.
🚨new book boyfriend🚨
Constantine. Oh my gosh, what a MAN.
I absolutely loved him.
He was just so real and I honestly wish he was my actual boyfriend (sorry, not sorry Mr Husband). He was just so caring and wanted to be a perfect gentleman. I adored his honesty and I especially loved his Auntie-what a legend.
Melody was funny and I loved their banter and honesty towards each other. The dance aspect was really unique and I loved learning about the culture.
Their romance was HOT and all I can say is: Ally Pally.
I need and want more from the author. 💗
🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
October 29, 2024
(ARC) Okay, this book was so sweet. I loved it! Such a great little Christmas read. (The book was quite short and therefore a quick read)
I enjoyed this book from the beginning. We start the book dancing salsa and I loved reading about it! The feelings while dancing or even just watching other people dance felt so real to me. ♥️
And talk about a cinnamon roll MMC! Normally I would say that I like my MMCs to have a bit more edge, but I could just eat him right up. 😍
I loved the chemistry between Constantine and Melody. And the spice was good!
I did find that there were a LOT of metaphors and I could maybe have lived with fewer of those. 😅
I could definitely see this be a book I would read around Christmas every year. ♥️
Tropes and stuff:
💃(Dance) Friends to lovers
❄️One bed
💃Single mom
❄️Set in London
💃Characters in their 30’s
❄️Dual POV
🌶️Spicy
P.S. I laughed a few times too in this book! 😍
I enjoyed this book from the beginning. We start the book dancing salsa and I loved reading about it! The feelings while dancing or even just watching other people dance felt so real to me. ♥️
And talk about a cinnamon roll MMC! Normally I would say that I like my MMCs to have a bit more edge, but I could just eat him right up. 😍
I loved the chemistry between Constantine and Melody. And the spice was good!
I did find that there were a LOT of metaphors and I could maybe have lived with fewer of those. 😅
I could definitely see this be a book I would read around Christmas every year. ♥️
Tropes and stuff:
💃(Dance) Friends to lovers
❄️One bed
💃Single mom
❄️Set in London
💃Characters in their 30’s
❄️Dual POV
🌶️Spicy
P.S. I laughed a few times too in this book! 😍
November 1, 2024
“Tonight, two worlds are colliding, the story of the music and the story of us combining, entwining, fantasy and reality merging into a whole.”
Syncopated Snowflakes follows two characters, Melody and Constantine. They’re both in their mid-thirties, and are sworn off dating due to their previous relationship history. They connect after a salsa session where they unexpectedly end up snowed out of their way home.
I loved their mutual pining, and the healing journey they went on together from past relationship experiences, it was so heartwarming. It’s also so refreshing to see a MMC who is in touch with his sensitive side and is willing to show vulnerability.
This story was everything I needed for the start of the holiday season - I loved the subtle imagery about the holidays and festivity entwined into the plot. And, the use of salsa dancing to allegorise their relationships, both past and present wasn’t wasted!
Syncopated Snowflakes follows two characters, Melody and Constantine. They’re both in their mid-thirties, and are sworn off dating due to their previous relationship history. They connect after a salsa session where they unexpectedly end up snowed out of their way home.
I loved their mutual pining, and the healing journey they went on together from past relationship experiences, it was so heartwarming. It’s also so refreshing to see a MMC who is in touch with his sensitive side and is willing to show vulnerability.
This story was everything I needed for the start of the holiday season - I loved the subtle imagery about the holidays and festivity entwined into the plot. And, the use of salsa dancing to allegorise their relationships, both past and present wasn’t wasted!
November 7, 2024
Syncopated Snowflakes by Amber Night is a warm, chemistry-filled holiday romance that combines the charm of dance with the tension of unresolved feelings. The story follows Melody, a single mother with a self-imposed rule against dating in the social dance scene, and Constantine, a man sworn off of relationships from the dancefloor. Both are drawn together through undeniable chemistry that they’ve tried hard to ignore. When a snowstorm traps them in a single hotel room with only one bed, they’re forced to confront their lingering attraction and shared past.
Amber Night skillfully captures the intimacy of dance and the magnetic pull of two people trying to resist their feelings. The novel is filled with witty banter, heartfelt moments, and a palpable tension that adds depth to the "one-bed" romance trope. Syncopated Snowflakes is an enjoyable, spicy read that’s perfect for fans of holiday romance with a blend of passion, charm, and emotional connection.
Amber Night skillfully captures the intimacy of dance and the magnetic pull of two people trying to resist their feelings. The novel is filled with witty banter, heartfelt moments, and a palpable tension that adds depth to the "one-bed" romance trope. Syncopated Snowflakes is an enjoyable, spicy read that’s perfect for fans of holiday romance with a blend of passion, charm, and emotional connection.
November 11, 2024
It is my first book by this author, and I liked it.
This story has several elements that I usually enjoy: snowed in, pining, and a cinnamon roll hero.
An important part was that both MCs have been hurt and are afraid that it will happen again. This makes them very careful with each other, but in the end, they can't help it and they let themselves feel and let themselves be loved.
A thing that I enjoyed was the consent, lots of it between the MC's.
And also all the salsa music world, I'm from a country that always have salsa music at parties, so it was was so interesting and kind of comforting (even though I don't know how to dance at all)
Thanks to the author for the free eArc.
This story has several elements that I usually enjoy: snowed in, pining, and a cinnamon roll hero.
An important part was that both MCs have been hurt and are afraid that it will happen again. This makes them very careful with each other, but in the end, they can't help it and they let themselves feel and let themselves be loved.
A thing that I enjoyed was the consent, lots of it between the MC's.
And also all the salsa music world, I'm from a country that always have salsa music at parties, so it was was so interesting and kind of comforting (even though I don't know how to dance at all)
Thanks to the author for the free eArc.
November 7, 2024
(ARC) I thought this story was overall very cute! I rated it 3/5 stars because I felt this story was more of a slow burn and there were some parts to me that felt like everything kind of dragged, but once you got to where Constantine truly falls for Melody it's just absolutely adorable. Now into the nitty gritty, the spice was spicing okayyyy👀 but also can we just talk about how truly chivalrous Constantine is?! He just wants to be strong for Melody and provide for her and care for her, meanwhile we see Melody develop and change as she tries to battle and overcome her past while be a single mom?! I loved falling in love with these characters and their story and having a more realistic love story that keeps things very relatable.
November 6, 2024
This is my first Amber Night book, and I really enjoyed reading about Melody and Constantine. The chemistry between the two of them was perfect, and they were both really relatable characters. I was rooting for them both throughout the book and found myself finishing it all in a couple of days because I just couldn't wait to find out what happened. There is quite a bit about their thoughts and feelings, which I enjoyed reading about. I loved the duel POV and hearing both sides of their story. Overall, it was a great read with some angst, lots of love and a good dash of spice. Perfect to warm your heart for the festive season.
November 6, 2024
Syncopated Snowflakes was such a sweet and wholesome story. I really enjoyed Melody and Constantine and their sweet love story. I thought the snowstorm bringing them together was a great way and there were several funny inner monologues between them throughout that made me giggle. I also felt like this story had a lot of self-discovery and working through past trauma that brought depth to the story. I would have liked to see a little more in-between as the relationship developed, but overall, this one was very sweet, cute, spicy and a great quick read.
Thank you to Amber Night for the ARC.
Thank you to Amber Night for the ARC.
November 8, 2024
Sometimes the nice guy gets the girl. And Constantine is the nicest of them all...with a dirty mouth in the bedroom.
This is such a sweet, friends to lovers story about two socially awkward overthinkers, each letting their past rule their present.
Until a snowed in night at a hotel.
Melody and Constantine both came from bad past relationships, which caused then to hide or bolt when something was going good because they're scared.
However, once they take a chance and talk things out, they realize how much time they wasted by being scared of taking that next step, when they could've been spending that time together.
A must read for anyone who loves friends to lovers stories.
This is such a sweet, friends to lovers story about two socially awkward overthinkers, each letting their past rule their present.
Until a snowed in night at a hotel.
Melody and Constantine both came from bad past relationships, which caused then to hide or bolt when something was going good because they're scared.
However, once they take a chance and talk things out, they realize how much time they wasted by being scared of taking that next step, when they could've been spending that time together.
A must read for anyone who loves friends to lovers stories.
November 8, 2024
I am so incredibly grateful for the opportunity to have received an advanced copy of Syncopated Snowflakes from the author!
Syncopated Snowflakes is a cute and fun read for the holiday season! ❄️💃🕺☃️🎶 I love that both the MMC and the FMC are dancers and that it talks about the dance world a lot since dancing is something I love. I will say that the middle of the story dragged a bit for me and it made me lose focus. Lastly, I love is how vulnerable the MMC is and just how tune he is with his emotions. It truly was so refreshing to see that from a male MMC. If you love holiday reads, dancing, and forced proximity then I recommend reading this book! 🫶
Syncopated Snowflakes is a cute and fun read for the holiday season! ❄️💃🕺☃️🎶 I love that both the MMC and the FMC are dancers and that it talks about the dance world a lot since dancing is something I love. I will say that the middle of the story dragged a bit for me and it made me lose focus. Lastly, I love is how vulnerable the MMC is and just how tune he is with his emotions. It truly was so refreshing to see that from a male MMC. If you love holiday reads, dancing, and forced proximity then I recommend reading this book! 🫶
November 30, 2024
This book is short, sweet, and oh so sexy ( Ms. Night always delivers on the steam). It is filled with so much emotion. Relatable characters in Melody (single mother)and Constantine (IT extraordinaire). They are flawed, fractured, and vulnerable, but so damn strong and determined. The dance floor brought them together. One snowy night took care of the rest, a single bed tied their future and lives into a neat little bow.
I loved that despite the fear and insecurities that failed relationships, I managed to cement into them they were courageous enough to work past them with each other and for each other.
I loved that despite the fear and insecurities that failed relationships, I managed to cement into them they were courageous enough to work past them with each other and for each other.
October 28, 2024
I really loved the writing style of this book.Something about a Brit author just makes the whole book better. The proper and polite speaking compared to US writers is dramatically different.
This was a great quick read. I adored Constantine’s character. It’s nice when an author writes the POV of the male character as well. And it was so realistic. Men have thoughts and feelings but don’t usually get to express them without seeming like a momma’s boy or overtly sensitive. I’m looking forward to reading more by Amber
This was a great quick read. I adored Constantine’s character. It’s nice when an author writes the POV of the male character as well. And it was so realistic. Men have thoughts and feelings but don’t usually get to express them without seeming like a momma’s boy or overtly sensitive. I’m looking forward to reading more by Amber
November 4, 2024
Syncopated Snowflakes was such a cute and sweet book! 💙❄️
It’s the perfect short read for Winter/Christmas time! It was written well and I also enjoyed the spice 🌶️
I was hooked right from the beginning and really enjoyed the story. There’s so much passion between the two MC’s - and I loved the festive feel.
Constantine was such a cinnamon roll MMC
I adored him so much!
Read if you like/tropes:
❄️Snowed in
💙 One bed
❄️Dancing
💙 Winter/Christmas
❄️Duel POV
💙 Single mom
~ Thank you to the author for the opportunity to read as an arc!! ~
It’s the perfect short read for Winter/Christmas time! It was written well and I also enjoyed the spice 🌶️
I was hooked right from the beginning and really enjoyed the story. There’s so much passion between the two MC’s - and I loved the festive feel.
Constantine was such a cinnamon roll MMC
I adored him so much!
Read if you like/tropes:
❄️Snowed in
💙 One bed
❄️Dancing
💙 Winter/Christmas
❄️Duel POV
💙 Single mom
~ Thank you to the author for the opportunity to read as an arc!! ~
November 5, 2024
Melody bumps into Constantine again at a salsa dancing event, and a stolen phone/bank card leads to them having to share a hotel room...with only one bed 🔥😉
This was a very sweet romance - I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a cute, easy read to get them into the winter vibes 💙❄️
Constantine was an absolute sweetheart. The chemistry between him and Melody was great and I was rooting for them both from their very first interaction! I really enjoyed reading about characters in their 30s as well - it was much appreciated!
This was a very sweet romance - I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a cute, easy read to get them into the winter vibes 💙❄️
Constantine was an absolute sweetheart. The chemistry between him and Melody was great and I was rooting for them both from their very first interaction! I really enjoyed reading about characters in their 30s as well - it was much appreciated!
November 7, 2024
(ARC Review) Such an adorable modern-day romance. With delicious festive notes. There is a lot of enthusiasm by the leads for dancing, and it was a great way of weaving the leads together, Constantine and Melody. Both of whom are recovering from some trauma, especially Melody as a single mother. Constantine – is an absolute delight and there’s some yummy steamy scenes. Night’s writing style is involving and engaging – a lovely Christmas read.
Tropes: Friends to lovers. Only one bed. Characters in their 30s London setting Dual POV
Tropes: Friends to lovers. Only one bed. Characters in their 30s London setting Dual POV
November 7, 2024
Melody is a single mom struggling to raise her daughter and determined to not let love getting in the equation. Constantine is on and off in the dancing scene, and he and Melody are dance partners every chance they get. Will they be a one-night-stand to blow off the steam or will love win in the end?
Constantine is one of those perfect book boyfriends, a gentle soul with such an understanding of the female mind and the ability to let her determine the pace of their relationship. It will keep you sighing from beginning to end!
Constantine is one of those perfect book boyfriends, a gentle soul with such an understanding of the female mind and the ability to let her determine the pace of their relationship. It will keep you sighing from beginning to end!
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