Cinnamon Buns and Second Chances Wholesome Romance: A clean small-town love story about finding home, hope, and someone worth staying for

by Jason Byrnes

Previously
#1 in Clean & Wholesome Romance
#3 in Teen & Young Adult eBooks
A complete standalone with no cliffhanger and a guaranteed happily ever after.

She’s fleeing heartbreak. He’s avoiding chaos. Neither expected cinnamon buns to change everything.
A sweet, slow-burn small-town romance full of laughter, second chances, and stolen moments under the autumn sky.

When big-city designer Claire Maddox trades heartbreak and deadlines for a quiet escape in Ashford Vale, she isn’t expecting much—just a break from London life… and maybe a working roof. What she gets crumbling cottageA town full of curious (and very nosy) localsAnd Jack Mercer—a gruff single dad and the grumpiest handyman in EnglandJack likes order, tools that work, and clients who don’t bake him cinnamon buns he definitely shouldn’t enjoy. Claire? She’s all soft edges, flour-dusted chaos, and late-night laughter that makes it hard to keep his guard up.

As the village prepares for its annual Harvest Festival, sparks begin to fly over crooked floorboards, pub quiz nights, and a half-finished bench with far too much history. But the more they fall, the harder it is to ignore the walls they’ve both built—and the futures they’re afraid to claim.

✨ This cozy, clean romance is for readers who ✔️ Grumpy/sunshine slow-burn chemistry✔️ Single dad with a soft heart✔️ Twinkle lights, baked goods & village charm✔️ Found family, meddling neighbors & healing hearts✔️ A second chance worth risking everything for✔️ character-driven romancePerfect for fans of Becky Wade, Sarah Morgan, and Jenny Colgan.

📚 Standalone story — read free in Kindle Unlimited.

315 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 1, 2025

Reviews

[Line Aasebø · Rating 1 out of 5]

I am not sure what i just read. The writing was interesting the first two chapters, then it just repeated itself. the book went from cosy to existential crisis. Then somehow, the mmc's daughter was suddenly the fmc's daughter??? Someone died, then left a note, and spring was suddenly september.

I was missing a lot of events, and conversations, the focus was only on the fmc's sudden apathy and limbo.

I didnt read the last 15 % og the book, due to the daughter suddenly being hers instead of his. it was the final straw, I genuinely thought I had missread a lot of the book until then. i wanted desperately to finish the book, but I just could not. I hope that somehow I got my hands on an unedited early stage version, by some fluke and joke made by the technical gods.

Or maybe the book ends with her waking in a mental hospital.... and everything was in her mind, who knows. Not me.

[Linda · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF. I was ready for the book to be over at 20%. Over the top writing that got a bit tiring as the book progressed.

[Sunshine · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you’re looking for a book that will make your heart soar and leave you smiling, look no further than Cinnamon Buns and Second Chances. This book is an absolute gem! The characters are so well-crafted and relatable, and the story is a perfect mix of humor, warmth, and deep emotional moments. The author’s writing pulls you right in, and you’ll feel like you’re right there in the cozy bakery, smelling the cinnamon rolls and feeling the hope of second chances. I couldn't put it down!


What makes this book truly special is the way it beautifully explores themes of love, forgiveness, and new beginnings. It’s uplifting and heartfelt in all the right ways, with just enough sweetness to make you crave both a good story and a cinnamon bun. Trust me, this book will stay with you long after you finish it. Don’t miss out, it’s a must-read

[Tiffany Malloy · Rating 1 out of 5]

I have never ever DNFd a book before. But this book was awful. The first few chapters were okay but then it became repetitive and it tried so hard to constantly be funny and interesting. There was actually an entire paragraph that was copied and pasted from 75% to 76%. That's when I knew I could not finish it. But like I said I have never not finished a book. The repetitive 'he gave a look. Not an intense look. Not a sad look. Just a look like he saw me'. Ugh. And she tells him multiple times in just a few pages I never meant to stay long. Oh and the toast.. so much toast.. how is this woman living on only toast. Just don't waste your time with this.

[Cc · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is an incredibly slow burn!

I read the kindle version; lots of editing errors.
Couple of pages repeated. Lots of consistency problems (she’s drinking tea then it’s coffee. She’s drink take out then the ceramic mug is warming her hands)

[Christy]

DNF at 27%

[Chrissie · Rating 2 out of 5]

The storyline itself seemed good but I can't handle the writting style. Not a book for me.

[Linda Flemming · Rating 3 out of 5]

weird

This was a long confusing read. It seemed disjointed. There were so many loose ends. I was so glad to finally finish.

[Lou]

DNF @ 30%

[Brenda · Rating 2 out of 5]

DNF! Some good editing would go a long way to making this a fun read. But the inconsistencies were too much.