Not that Kind of Proposal: A Novel

by Victoria Lavine

From the internationally bestselling author of Any Trope but You comes an enemies-to-lovers rom-com about a hopeless romantic wedding planner and the cynical divorce lawyer forced to help her plan her ex’s wedding.

Gracie Holland can plan the perfect Happily Ever After—unless it’s her own. After a soul-flattening breakup, she’s rebuilt her life planning weddings at Larkwood—an ivy-covered Rhode Island estate where she lives in the staff cottage (and only occasionally cries herself into a blanket burrito). But when her beloved boss passes away and leaves the estate to her grandson, Gracie suddenly finds herself pitted against a love-allergic divorce lawyer determined to sell Larkwood by summer’s end—even if it means crushing his grandmother’s legacy and everyone’s jobs beneath his polished wingtips.

As someone who cleans up romantic disasters for a living, Jude Larkwood has no intention of keeping the estate as a wedding venue, no matter how much he loved his Nana. Selling it is critical for reasons he can’t discuss, but there’s just one his Nana inexplicably left the guest cottage to the estate’s maddeningly romantic wedding planner, who has somehow turned his mind into her permanent residence.

So, when Gracie proposes that he help her plan her ex’s shotgun wedding to prove Larkwood is worth saving, he agrees—on one condition. If she fails to convince him by the big day, she’ll sell him her cottage

But as bickering and cake tastings turn into late-night confessions, Gracie and Jude find themselves breaking every vow not to fall for each other. After all, opposites may attract—but can a hopeless romantic and a professional cynic really say “I do” to their own love story?

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Contemporary Romance, Rom Com, Fiction, Enemies To Lovers, Forced Proximity

320 pages, Kindle Edition

Expected publication July 21, 2026

Reviews

[⊹₊⟡⋆Mandy Darling⊹₊⟡⋆ · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (but honestly… 6 stars if I could)

Not That Kind Of Proposal completely stole my heart. This was easily one of my favorite books of 2026 and definitely a top 5 contemporary romance for me. I was hooked from the very beginning and could not put it down.

The emotional depth in this story absolutely wrecked me in the best possible way. My heart is still in pieces and I am not even a little bit mad about it. The chemistry between the two main characters was electric, their banter was hilarious, and the meet-cute-turned-meet-ugly setup was pure perfection. Every interaction between them had me grinning like an idiot.

This book truly gives you the full emotional rollercoaster. You will be laughing, swooning, blushing, and crying… sometimes all in the same chapter. And the last 10%? RUDE. Absolutely emotionally devastating in the best way possible. Grab the tissues.

This was my first book by Victoria Lavine and she is now an instant favorite author. I will happily read anything this woman writes. If her name is on the cover, I’m reading it. No questions asked.

And can we please talk about Jude for a second? Because WOW. Absolute perfection. The standard has officially been raised to an unreasonable level. Lord, please let me meet a man like him. 🙏🏻

Huge thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

[Lindsay · Rating 5 out of 5]

First, I’ve got to just say that this was my most exciting arc approval of the year! I really loved Any Trope But You, and I was so excited to see the announcement for Not That Kind of Proposal. I absolutely adore Victoria Lavine’s writing - her books are hilarious and heartwarming, while also deeply emotional and insightful. I knew from her debut novel that if she writes it, I will be buying it. And as much as I enjoyed Any Trope But You, I think Not That Kind of Proposal was even better!

This book just made me SO HAPPY - which is pretty wild when you consider that it begins with the funeral of one of the coolest grandmothers you’ll ever encounter. I would love to read an entire book about Agatha. She’s the fabulous old lady I think we all aspire to be one day - hysterical, wise, and absolutely iconic. So of course, her funeral was one of my favorite romcom scenes I’ve read in a while - and the perfect setting for Gracie and Jude’s meet cute/ meet disaster.

I really loved both Gracie and Jude. They’re both very fleshed out and multidimensional. I liked how we got to see both of their families, friendships, and lives outside of only what pertained to their relationship. But the relationship? Oh my gosh. The relationship was so passionate and captivating. At the beginning, I loved the chemistry and witty banter. Then, as they got to know - and fall for - each other, the tension was heart pounding and downright exquisite. We’re talking Jonathan Bailey as Anthony Bridgerton level angst and yearning. And then… the emotions. The tears. My heart. Ugh. It was all just so beautifully written and handled with so much care.

I do need to specifically take moment to gush about Jude, the perfect romance mmc. I was sold on him from the second he pulled out that hat and feather boa. I don’t think I’m exaggerating when I say that, with Jude, Victoria Lavine has basically redefined what my type is. I expect more from men now. My standards have been raised. Can I really pay a higher compliment to a romance novel than that? He’s not perfect, per se. He made a few choices I didn’t agree with (as did Gracie), and he can be grouchy and cynical - but he’s self aware, and he works hard to fix his mistakes. Not to mention, he’s the owner of a vicious cat that he adores. As a “devoted but under appreciated cat guardian” myself, I loved the demon fluff-ball representation.

There’s honestly so much more I’d love to rave about, but I think it’s best to save it for the next reader to discover on their own! I’ll just say that I strongly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a really lovely romcom with both humor and depth. Please check it out as soon as you can! Not That Kind of Proposal is out July 21, 2026!

Thank you so much to the wonderful Victoria Lavine, Atria Books, and NetGalley for providing me with an advanced copy of Not That Kind of Proposal in exchange for my honest review.

[Soph]

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Atria Books for this ARC!

My full review will be published on July 14, 2026.

[Kaitlyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have needed a book like this for quite a while! Cute, fun, lower stakes, and full of romance. This style of romance book isn’t always my cup of tea but I inhaled this book within two days. (I just prefer a second chance or slow burn and this was a bit fast paced for me being only 320 pages!)

This felt pretty insta lovey to me but I think both characters rounded each other out pretty well and I enjoyed their connection. There were some dynamics between the FMC, MMC, and a friend that didn’t sit SUPER well with me but again, mostly preference. This book is for the romantics, the romance cynics, the ones looking for encouragement to set boundaries, and small moments of working through active grief. There's a lot of great things in this book! By the 60% point it was pretty spicy too tbh lol. Nothing crazy but definitely more than I anticipated going in. I also had to come back and edit this because I forgot to add how much I adored the banter. They were quick, funny, and a bit unserious at times but it made me smile a lot and that's ALWAYS a win for me!

I feel like this book wrapped up nicely in a neat little bow by the end for all involved. Buuuuuuut maybe could have done well with a smidge more depth to the characters connection? Or maybe less repetitiveness with the secret keeping and lack of trust/more connection building. I'm a bit conflicted. There were valid reasons for what was transpiring but I was left kind of grappling for answers and then smacked with all of them at once at the end. I think it's insinuated pretty well that there is no genuine malicious intent with the MMC but it drags for a bit.

Those were honestly my only personal issues other than some smaller things that didn’t work for my romance preferences but nothing that took away from my enjoyment of the story. Just a side note but there are definitely some sensitive topics discussed so I would also recommend checking CW’s.

Overall just some small personal preferences for me that didn't make this a slamming 5 star BUT i thoroughly enjoyed this read - and very quickly inhaled it lol. Thank you so much atria for this e-arc via netgalley! As always, all opinions are my own.

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Honestly, I was overdue for binge reading an arc the second I got it. I'm slumpy and needed something light, funny, and cute. I'm absolutely loving the banter here. Thank you atria for the e-arc! ♡

[michelle ✧]

I NEED THIS BOOK NOW!!!

[charisse ♡ · Rating 5 out of 5]

book 6 of my 24hr arc readathon!

gracie and jude stole my freaking heart! they were just soo cute together.. ugh!! full rtc!

⤷ thank you to netgalley, the publisher and the author for providing me an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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₊˚⊹♡ pre-read ♡⊹˚₊ ↴
omg i just got approved for one of my most anticipated releases??? goodbye-

[Anna (annareadit)]

rtc

Tropes:
— wedding planner & divorce lawyer
— grumpy & sunshine
— enemies & lovers
— he falls first
— enemies to lovers

Thank you to Atria Books and NetGalley for providing this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Chelsea · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was SO GOOD. This was a pretty perfect dual POV, enemies to lovers romance. I love these characters so much. Gracie and Jude were such well-developed characters. They were each dealing with some deep family trauma, and I love the therapy representation. This book had some heavy themes, but it handled them in a way that fit the story and just made me more invested in the characters. I love that what drew them together was Jude's grandmother. It was interesting to see how they each dealt with their grief and found a connection through it without it being a trauma bond. The chemistry between Gracie and Jude was also so fun to read.

I didn't want to put this book down after I started, and I am excited to read more from Victoria Lavine!

Thank you to Atria, NetGalley, and the author, Victoria Lavine, for the advanced reader copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

[Madeline · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to the author, publisher, and Net Galley for this advanced copy.

4.25🌟
If I could describe this book in one word it would be lovely. It was sweet, swoon worthy, and the perfect springtime read. The setting was picturesque and transported me into the story. The writing throughout the novel had depth and beauty to it, with a ton of gorgeous metaphors. The humor was sharp and witty, and Jude and Gracie had great banter. Both characters well developed and I was rooting for the them the whole time. Some of the conflicts with side characters were resolved a little quickly—namely Gracie’s relationship with her mom and Jude’s relationship with Henry. They felt a bit rushed in my opinion. Gracie’s relationship with her best friend, however, was done very well. The romance itself was so sweet. It started to border on toxic towards the end, but I thought it was resolved appropriately. The story itself felt distinctly human, and it was easy to root for characters that felt so real! I really enjoyed this book, and I can’t wait to get a physical copy so that I can physically annotate all of the incredible quotes!

[k · Rating 5 out of 5]

Prepare for your newest obsession! Not That Kind of Proposal will completely consume you and refuse to let go.

This book is absolute PERFECTION. 13/10. I truly have no notes. A top read OF THE YEAR. The banter is SO GOOD. The tension, the yearning… I’m just trying so hard to pick myself up from the ground right now because this book has me ON MY KNEES BEGGING FOR MORE.

Jude is top notch boyfriend material. Hot cat dad. Some fun kinks. Just the way he’s so obsessed with Gracie. MY HEART IS SCREAMING. I love when the MMC has a bit of trauma and just something deeper going on with them. We really get a bunch of emotion that really tugs at your heartstrings and begs you to keep reading.

Gracie is great. I’m never going to be able to stop gushing about this story. While she has her own issues and things holding her back, we really get to see her bloom and come into herself. It’s magical.

The chemistry between Jude and Gracie is ELECTRIC. I love the way these two were able to be there for each other in ways they didn’t know they needed. Ugh, just so good. The side characters. The side plots. Everything is just perfect. I’ll never shut up about this.

Thank you to Atria and the author for an advance copy of this book. Forever grateful!

[Sam Lue · Rating 5 out of 5]

5/5 Sparkling Stars

Gracie Holland creates magic as a wedding planner. On her days off she can be found stowing away in a dreamy cottage, on the grounds of the fairytale venue. Her hideaway is rudely snatched away by the sudden death of the estate owner, and the subsequent arrival of Jude Larkwood. A man whose goal is to put Gracie out of business and kick her to the curb.

Not that Kind of Proposal stands as a true rom-com novel. The setting was exquisitely described, the characters were well-rounded, and the pacing was steady. I found it easy to sink into the story, and the author's quick quips kept me entertained.

Gracie, the wedding planner, and Jude, the divorce lawyer, naturally oppose each other, yet they are drawn together by the death of a shared loved one. Jude struggles to steer clear of Gracie, even after his best friend, Henry, takes an interest. The spice in this book had me raising my eyebrows in the best way. I appreciate the emotions this book was able to drag out of me.

A warm thanks to Victoria Lavine, Atria Books, and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

[Anna DiCiurcio · Rating 4 out of 5]

Jude Larkwood is definitely in my top 10 romance book boyfriends. The yearning!!! This book was so cute, I mean she’s a wedding planner and he is a divorce lawyer?! The main tropes in book are enemies to lovers, forced proximity, and he falls harder. This book does have spicy scenes, I would say it was a 2/5 🌶️. The story was definitely a roller coaster but it was worth it in the end!

Thank you to NetGalley, Atria Books, and Victoria Lavine for allowing me to read this book early!!

[destinysbookshelf331 · Rating 5 out of 5]

5/5

Thank you to Atria Book and NetGalley for this ARC

Wow just Wow. Easily one of the best books in 2026. I love romance books that not only focus on the romance but dive deep into how the characters deal with topics and this book nailed it. Jude and Gracie really grew as character with and without each other.

This isn’t enemies to lovers but we should be enemies but can’t. They’re ideally enemies, Jude being a divorce lawyer and Gracie a wedding planner but can’t. We can’t forget to thank Agatha for that either.

For anyone looking for a good romcom in 2026, this is for you.

[Jess Hilbert · Rating 5 out of 5]

This one got me. It started off feeling like a fun, slightly chaotic rom-com, and then somewhere along the way it just kept deepening until I was fully emotionally invested and not okay about it. I was smiling, laughing, tearing up, and completely wrapped up in Gracie and Jude the entire time. 💛✨

Gracie was so easy to love. Watching her slowly realize she doesn’t have to carry everything or blame herself for things that were never hers to hold was such a beautiful arc. And Jude… you could feel how much he was holding back and why, even before everything was fully revealed. There was so much empathy built into both of them that you couldn’t help but root for them, even when they were struggling to get it right.

And yes, the third act breakup hurt, but it felt like it mattered. It pushed both of them to grow in a way that made the ending land exactly how it should. This was sweet, emotional, funny, and just so full of heart. One of those romances that gives you everything. Four and a half stars from me. 💫

Thank you to NetGalley and Atria for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Inez (inezereads) · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨

~Expected Release Date: July 21st , 2026~

Gracie, an ex-designer now wedding planner lives in a secluded cottage on Larkwood, the estate of Agatha. Jude, a successful divorce attorney who rarely visits, is Agatha's grandson.
When Agatha suddenly passes and leaves the estate to Jude’s and the cottage to Gracie, both have to navigate grief and the dilemma of their situation.

When it comes to their careers the two couldn’t be more opposite, but there’s chemistry and a connection that neither can ignore. When Gracie convinces Jude to see what it takes to plan a wedding, it forces them to think and confront the relationships that have shaped them.
There’s a great blend of banter and character development throughout this novel.

Gracie reminded me of early 2010’s rom-com lead, she is fun, quick-witted, and independent. Her sense of humor added to her charm and she had a vulnerability that was relatable.
Jude is the definition of “man written by a woman”.
He had all of charactermastic of a morally grey character, but underneath it all, a golden retriever.
I loved seeing Gracie unknowingly break down his guarded walls. Both characters had their own backstories, quirks, and fears that made them feel realistic.

There are 2 reasons why this book wasn’t a 5 star read for me.
First, the conflict with both families was resolved fairly quickly. I wanted to see the long over due- conversation that Jude needed with his mother. It was her secret that burdened him for so many years. He couldn’t even tell his own best friend, Henry about it. Second, speaking of Henry, I felt his main purpose was to stall the relationship. The “love triangle” since it complicated the deal that Jude and Gracie had.

Overall, I really enjoyed this book. It had humor and charm with a great setting. The romance in this book was incredibly sweet and steamy.
This was my first book from Lavine, and I’ll definitely be reading her debut and future novels.

Thank You to NetGalley, Atria Books, and Victoria Lavine for this eARC. All opinions are my own.

[Amanda S. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to the publisher, author, and NetGalley for the advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

Last year, when I read Any Trope But You, Lavine’s debut novel, I absolutely fell in love with the scenery, the premise, and the story between two unlikely characters to fall for one another.

Not That Kind of Proposal is no different.

Gracie and Jude are both deeply flawed but deeply lovable main characters, and the circumstances in which they find one another are troublesome at best. But, after weeks of pining & yearning (read: a man down bad), they give in to fate and fall together perfectly.

It was never string-free. It was never anything but loving you. Even before I knew what to call it, I loved you, Gracie.

Much as I loved this novel, I will say, there seemed to be A LOT going on. You’ve got the Larkwood estate, Gracie’s ex’s wedding (which she’s planning??), Gracie’s family issues, Sophia’s family issues, Jude’s family situation, the Henry of it all, etc. It did feel like a lot of balls in the air for a novel of this length & depth, which would be my only critique (and reason for the 4⭐️ instead of 5). But, overall I felt that Lavine wove a carefully constructed love story that anyone could fall for.

His lips find mine, and this time, it’s like the turning of a page. The release of something old. The start of something new. The beginning of forever.

4⭐️!! Pick this one up!!!

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5⭐️

Such a cute contemporary romance that hooked me from the start! When I heard Victoria Lavine announced she had another book coming out, I jumped at the chance to request it on NetGalley! And this second novel of hers did not disappoint!

What an emotional rollercoaster! Second chance, enemies to lovers, slow burn, grumpy x sunshine, divorce attorney x wedding planner, banter, and an overprotective “let me take care of you” MMC… yes please!! I loved and hated the side characters but was rooting for Jude and Gracie to find common ground. I loved their connection but Henry’s actions and Gracie’s mom and Jude’s mom were not my favorites. Yes, they had redeemed some of their ick from their storylines but it felt rushed and surface level. The story itself felt real and human, with heavy themes like family trauma and trauma bonding that deepened the characters’ development. I would definitely recommend this to any and all romance lovers!

A big thank you to the publisher, NetGalley and the author for the ARC.

[Anna Marinello · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well, it’s been a while since I’ve cried this much reading a romance novel. I just wanted to give both of the main characters a hug so many times. They taught each other that they were truly deserving of love.

Dealt with heavy themes in a beautiful way. Romance novels are really special. They are such a safe container for processing heavy emotions, because you have the safety of the happy ending.

I enjoyed Any Trope But You by the same author, but this was even better. Well written. Good depth. Pacing was excellent. I really don’t have any complaints.

Worth the read if you’re a romance novel lover. Themes were handled delicately, but I would suggest checking the content warnings to be safe.

Thank you so much for to Atria Books and NetGalley the opportunity to read and review!

[Anna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Did I read this while I traveled to a wedding to stay on theme? Yes, yes I did and it was the best decision ever. A hopeless romantic wedding planner and cynic divorce lawyer? Say less. Victorias writing is swoon worthy, relatable and absolutely addicting. I knew after I read Any Trope but You, I would be a fan of anything she wrote.

The death of a loved one brought them together, but I truly believed they would have crossed paths and entered each others lives no matter what. I loved the instant chemistry between Jude and Gracie, even when their flirty banter turned into a slight screaming match when they realized who each other were and their intentions with the Larkwood estate. Even though they are basically opposites when it comes to the idea of love, they couldn't hep but be drawn to each other. Even with Jude tagging along with Gracie while she planned her ex's wedding, he was so down bad for her. Yeah Jude is definitely on my list of favorite book boyfriends because the things he said and did had my jaw on the floor!! A friend of mine said nothing is hotter than a man being capable and this heavily applies here. I was also happy to see the growth between Gracie and her friends and family which added more depth to her character the side plots.

I simply could not put this one down. Not that Kind of Proposal is emotional, funny and a truly heartwarming rom-com (but definitely make sure to read the content warnings beforehand). So excited for this one to come out this summer! Thank you Atria and NetGalley for the arc!

[jordan εїз · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars 🌟 what a wonderful surprise!!! i really really enjoyed judegracie and the way they fell in love 💍🧟‍♀️💘 agatha haunted the narrative a perfect amount 🥹 her eclectic personality was so fun to read about! jude was SUCH a cinnamon roll, perfect for gracie in every way 😊 these two had amazing chemistry and i loved seeing their story unfold ❤️‍🩹 i love that gracie found herself and realized how amazing she is!!

i will say the stuff with henry was quite annoying but i guess it was fine in the end 😭

a special thank you to netgalley and atria books for the arc in exchange for an honest review!

[Erika · Rating 5 out of 5]

Victoria’s done it again (and dare I say… even better!)

Any Trope But You was one of my first ARCs from NetGalley, so I knew I had to request this book as soon as it became available. I absolutely adored the concept, and I think it was well done! The book had me smiling, laughing, kicking my feet, blushing, and even crying. Any book that can evoke that many emotions from me is an automatic five star read. I cannot recommend this book enough. I can’t wait to read more from this author!

Thank you NetGalley and Atria for this advanced reader copy in exchange for my honest review.

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you Atria Books and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This ended up being such a cute read. A wedding planner and a divorce attorney have immediate sparks when they meet at a beloved friend and family member’s funeral. The flames immediately fizzle when they realize they have very different plans and dreams for her estate that doubles. A bargain forces them to work together to plan one last wedding at the estate…

Enemies to lovers and there’s a grumpy cat; what more could you want? 4 ⭐️

PS What on earth is coffee milk?? Apparently I know nothing about Rhode Island.

[Alyssa Redmile · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was such a fun, easy read - exactly the kind of book you pick up when you want to get lost in something light but still engaging. The book had a lot of the classic romance book elements without being cliche, and I was pleasantly surprised by the depth of the characters. I also enjoyed the pacing of this book a lot. Overall, I really enjoyable read that balanced light hearted moments with just enough emotional depth.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me an ARC in exchange for an honest review!

[Rene Collins · Rating 5 out of 5]

The banter on this is off the charts! Truly! Like wowwwww I am still reeling from how good the dialogue was.

Gracie is a wedding planner. Jude is a divorce lawyer, and just inherited the venue that Gracie uses for weddings. Jude has other plans for the venue…. But, Gracie and Jude end up working together to plan a last minute wedding for Gracie’s ex. Yeah….. there will be some turmoil 🤣

Their chemistry was 🔥🔥🔥 and I’m serious the banter is incredible! They get themselves into so many funny situations. It was the fake engagement during the cake tasting for me 🤣 and while Jude can come off as a jerk, he really does have his heart in a good place.

💒 “I’m a wedding planner. You’re a divorce lawyer. We’re like . . . like a butterfly and a murder hornet.”
💗 “You are decent company,” I say. “In fact, I keep forgetting not to like you.”
💒 “I live for romance. You kill it for a living! We couldn’t be worse for each other.”

[Kamryn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely beautiful, I mean truly. I am blown away. I love Victoria’s writing so much, the way she sucks you into this story so quickly is just amazing.

I didn’t expect myself to cry and I found myself never wanting this to end. It was romantic, funny, hopeful, but touched on such sensitive and important topics with grace.

I am utterly delighted and obsessed!

🤭 enemies to lovers
💒 forced proximity
✨ divorce lawyer x wedding planner
💗 yearning & he falls first

[Lex fullybookedbabe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another romance greatness from Victoria Lavine. She blends the romance and character growth seamlessly.

The amount of yearning we see from Jude was my favorite part of this book. And pair that with his willingness to grow, he is the epitome of a perfect book boyfriend.

The silly jokes and roasting banter was another highlight. The chemistry between our 2 main characters leaped off the page.

Forever a reader and fan of whatever Victoria chooses to write next.

[Clara Gilleland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Victoria Lavine! Girl!!!!!!!!

A moment to just appreciate Jude. Just take a beat.

Loved loved loved this book. Emotional, vulnerable, funny, charming, tender, witty, spicy 🙂‍↕️, swoonworthy…all the things!!!! The small nod to Any Trope But You made my heart so happy.

Thank you to Atria for this eARC!

[Ellie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was the most perfect rom com I’ve ever read. It was a wonderful mix of humor, banter, chaos, sweet romance, and emotional moments. The wedding planner x divorce lawyer dynamic was so fun, Jude and Gracie are my new favorite couple, and I really loved the plot. I also loved the way it was written, how well developed all the relationships were, and the character arcs progressing throughout the story. This one is for the hopeless romantics for sure. The best romance I’ve read in a long time!

[corie · Rating 5 out of 5]

no bc I’m a sucker for caretaking in romance and this brought it to a WHOLE NEW LEVEL. it’s burned into my brain now.

thank you to Atria for giving me an ARC on NetGalley so I could read this early!!

[Abby Cozart · Rating 3 out of 5]

**3.5 stars