No Shelf Control

Book of Love

by Nichole Rose

Bring an author to work day just got spicy.

River

I moved to Santa Maria for peace and quiet.

Not for a saucy little bookworm determined to ruin both.

But Jasmine Knudsen is the most infuriatingly stubborn woman I've ever met.

Everywhere I go, she's there, refusing to take no for an answer.

She might be winning because I've never wanted anything the way I want her.

But she isn't interested in being caught…until I don't leave her a choice.

Now, we aren't playing her game. We're playing mine.

And when a future with her is on the line?

There's nothing I won't do to win.

Jasmine

I read smut, and I know things. It's what I do.

What I don't do is back down.

So when local romance author, River "I'm Too Good for Your Book Club" Jamison, refuses to come speak, I declare war.

He thought I was kidding when I swore to annoy him until he agreed.

I wasn't.

I thought he was joking when he threatened to have me arrested.

Turns out, the big grump wasn't kidding, either.

Now, he's refusing to drop the charges unless I go out with him.

And I must be losing it because I'm not saying no.

But I did not expect to become the main suspect when his latest manuscript goes missing.

Which means I might end up right back in jail.

Only this time, it's not just my freedom at stake.

It's my heart, too.

About the Series
Good girls need spicy books. At least, that's the philosophy at this small-town bookstore. But the group of bookish friends who call the store home never planned for the feral men willing to fall at their feet...or for the lengths they'd go to secure their own happily-ever-afters.

Now, they're up to their elbows, in over their heads, and the only experience they have with navigating love comes from the books they read.

What could possibly go wrong?

Book of Love is a small-town rom-com series set in Wine Country that's high on heat and laughter, and low on drama.

Genres: Romance, Plus Size

141 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 18, 2026

About the author

Four-time award-winning author Nichole Rose writes deliciously dirty rom-coms, sports, and small-town romance, featuring relatable curvy women and the devoted alpha men who can't live without them. From obsessed billionaires to over-the-top hockey players to the firefighter next door, no one is safe from the hilarious, sassy women she sets loose on the world. She loves delivering relatable characters, hilarious banter, and enough heat to make you squirm.

Nichole also writes dark romance as Nichole Fallon.

When not writing, Nichole enjoys fine wine, cute shoes, and everything supernatural. She is happily married to the love of her life and is a proud ringleader in the world’s most ridiculous chihuahua circus. She and her husband live in central Arkansas.

Reviews

[Darlene I read WAY to many books · Rating 3 out of 5]

Jasmine wants to get River to the bookstore to speak to the ladies at bookclub when she meets him he's rude and alittle douchy lol. River just doesn't wanna do it and enjoys making her annoyed and has "threatened" her with calling the police when she stalks and annoys him.

Jasmine is alittle annoying but she doesn't give up and when she ask him again at his house he counter offers her. A date and he'll do it. But Jasmine has her own problems with dating and men she turns him down. So what does he do have her arrested lol. River makes sure she isn’t processed and bails her out. So she's not in jail for more then an hour. Now she's annoyed and falling for this man.

They are two cute!! Annoying eachother until they Crack beside that there is alittle drama with someone leaking Rivers manuscript. Dont worry our man doesnt even question his girls loyalty. Even if others on his team did.
We get the I love yous and some steamy moments ❤️❤️❤️

Next might be the librarian and someone??

No ow/om drama, no cheating, slight secondary character, tiny drama, sexy times, no virgins

Recommend-yes
Cover-⭐️⭐️⭐️
Heat level-🌶🌶.5

Slowinsta
Push away from both
Age gap (doesn't truly say)
Praise kink
No condom
Hea
Epilogue

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Book of Love Series :
❌ 1. War of Words (December 18, 2025)
❌ 2. Between Her Pages (February 12, 2026)
❌ 3. Reading Him Wrong (April 16, 2026)
❌ 4. No Shelf Control (June 11, 2026)
❌ 5. Librarian & the Rockstar (August 13, 2026)

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[Didi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hoots, Handcuffs and Heart! Nichole Rose delivers another fantastic book in this series. This is the delightful story full of banter, lol moments, emotion, depth, possessiveness, and hot sizzling chemistry. Loved every moment of Jasmine and River’s chaotic path to forever. I received an advanced copy of this book and this is a voluntary review. Recommend the whole series!

[Alberta · Rating 3 out of 5]

A Little to Perfect

This was my least favorite book in the series and landed around a 2.7-star read for me. I knew it was going to be an insta-love story, but this one just didn’t click. I never really connected with the heroine, and the relationship felt too effortless. Everything wrapped up a little too perfectly, which left the story feeling flat.

Since this feels like the culmination of the series so far, I think I’m probably done. If the series continues, I’m not sure I’ll keep reading. It wasn’t a bad book, it just wasn’t one that worked for me.

[Miyawakiss · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oh this one was SO fun! 💗 Who doesn't dream of falling in love with a male author who writes badass female characters and then writes a book inspired by you? 😍 The spice was delicious, naturally.

[Fiction Junkie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great read. Reads fast and easy.
No cheating.
No ow/om drama.
No Virgins
Separation- 2 days
Epilogue- 2 years.
HEA-Married and pregnant.
Thought it was pretty funny. Made for a great read.

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

🔥 He Fell First. He Fell Hard. He Never Stood a Chance

If you love a hero who falls hard, fast, and with absolutely zero chill, this one is for you! 😂❤️

From the very first pages, the banter had me hooked. The chemistry between these two was instant, the laughs kept coming, and I couldn’t get enough of their interactions. Add in a close-knit friend group that feels like a true found family, and this book delivered all the cozy small-town vibes I love.

The bookstore setting was adorable, the wine country backdrop was charming, and the humor had me genuinely laughing out loud more than once. This is the perfect read when you’re looking for something fun, flirty, and packed with swoony moments without a ton of drama.

✨ Tropes & Themes ✨
🏡 Small-Town Romance
😂 Rom-Com
🔥 Steamy Romance
❤️ Instalove Vibes
💘 Possessive, Devoted Hero
👩 Curvy Heroine
👨 Protective Alpha Hero
🎭 Opposites Attract
💕 Close Friend Group
🤣 Laugh-Out-Loud Banter
💍 Happily Ever After

🍷 What I Loved 🍷
✨ Cute banter right from the start
✨ Found family vibes
✨ A hero who is all-in from day one
✨ Plenty of laughs and swoony moments
✨ High heat, low drama romance

📚 Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5/5

Have you read anything from this bookstore crew yet? Tell me your favorite small-town romance below! ❤️

[Nichole Loza · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Nichole Rose’s books, and her rom-coms are next level. River Jamison is a romance book writer, and his books are next level and would be a perfect speaker for the book club Jasmine Knudsen is in, I am not going to give you the name of the book club…..It is fitting! But River said no! He actually said no, Jasmine could not believe it. Well, Jasmine is not one to give up easily, and she will stalk him, even spend the night on his front step, it has nothing to do with the fact that she is attracted to the grumpy jerk, not, it is for the book club! River could not believe his luck, the woman of his dreams, and she wants him to speak at her book club, an activity he swore he would never do again. But, he is almost considering it, he has never wanted anything like he wants Jasmine. Although, he may have to resort to blackmail, and when he has her arrested, he knew his chances to get Jasmine to go out with him were pretty much trashed, he knew blackmail was the way to go. No Shelf Control by Nichole Rose is the perfect mix of spicy, sweet and hilarious!! Jasmine is feisty and petty, 900 alarm clocks spring to mind. River is grumpy, and set in his ways, but will stop at nothing to have Jasmine in his bed. Then add Mrs. Braithewaite to the mix and it rom-com perfection!!!

[Rainbowlovesbooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

No Shelf Control is just another five star example of how amazing Nichole Rose is. This is book five of the Book Of Love Series and it shows no signs of stopping being brilliant.

If you want your instalove with banter, spice and everything nice then look no further as Jasmine and River deliver ten fold. Their banter and chemistry is off the page hot, as the back and forth between them is definitely a form of foreplay. As always there is some mild angst, but nothing our MCs can't work through together because it's so obvious that they are end game without a doubt.

What to expect
📖 Interlinking Characters
📖 Interconnected Standalone
📖 Dual POV
📖 Possessive Alpha MMC
📖 Persistent, Strong Willed FMC (some might call it stalking)
📖 Steamy Scenes
📖 Banter
📖 Enemies To Lovers Vibes
📖 Small Town
📖 Romance Author x Dirty Book Club / Book Store Worker
📖 Chemistry Off The Page
📖 Age Gap
📖 Opposites Attract
📖 Grumpy x Sunshine
📖 Rom Com Vibes
📖 HEAs

Absolutely brilliant read, as always when it's Nichole's work. I'm excited for Loralei's story as seeing all the girls get their happy endings is just perfect.

[Vicki · Rating 5 out of 5]

5++ stars

This is book four in the author’s Book of Love series and oh. My gosh!! This book is something else!

In the beginning I wasn’t crazy at all about River, the MMC. I kinda thought he was a Grade A As*hole but, I have to say, he gradually grew on me. Like our FMC, Jazz, he wound up melting my aggravation away until I was a puddle of goo by the end and totally in love with him myself. In fact, I was so enthralled with our MCs that I devoured it, start to finish, no breaks—not even to grab a sip of my drink or even speak to anyone—in less than two hours and I would’ve been perfectly content to sit there reading it twice as long.

Talk about hot, this book was H-O-T but it was more than that too; it was also so freaking romantic… I swear, I have never wished to be a character in a book before in. My. Life! but danged if I didn’t tonight!! WHY can’t real men be more like River?!!

Anyway, this book was amazing(ly) sweet… hot… romantic… and a probably a hundred other adjectives that I can’t think of right off the top of my head but what I CAN say is you have GOT to read this book! 5++ stars

I received a copy of this book for free but am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Storied Conversation · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jasmine wants one thing: to convince River to come speak to the ladies at her bookstore's book club. River wants absolutely nothing to do with it. In fact, he seems to enjoy finding new ways to annoy her every time she shows up.

Their relationship starts with arguments, threats to call the police, and one very memorable arrest. By the time I realized I was grinning every time they appeared together, I was fully invested.

What worked for me was that neither of them changed who they were. Jasmine remained stubborn. River remained difficult. They simply learned how to fit together.

I laughed more than once, especially during their early interactions. The leaked manuscript storyline added some tension, but what stood out was River's complete faith in Jasmine. While other people were questioning her, he never did.

This was funny, romantic, a little chaotic, and exactly the kind of romance I enjoy.

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Thank you Instalove Influencers, Nichole Rose, and the publisher for providing me with an ARC of the book. All onions are my own.

[Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hand-cuffed, with no safe-word.....

...by a judgemental police officer and on the way jail!

Not quite how Jasmine thought her day would go!
Jasmine brings chaos and her own, very unique brand of crazy to River's life!
He wasn't looking for her, didn't want a relationship, just wanted to write his next book and avoid people....almost all people. But Jasmine crashes into his life in a way that cannot be ignored, she pushes him, borderline stalks him, protests on his porch and threatens to bury numerous alarm clocks in his garden...but he calls her bluff in the very best ways. They are both as stubborn as one another, both determined to get their own way, both crazy in love with the other....but won't admit it to themselves. And both need the other to complete their life, Jasmine is the muse River didn't know he needed, her sassy mouth gets her in trouble, but she makes him laugh, growl and generally sends him feral.
I love Jasmine and River, they are hilarious, crazy, driven, determined and......so good together.
I really like this series which I read on Kindle Unlimited.

[Paige · Rating 4 out of 5]

These two were a chaotic mess, but man we're they ever funny together! I knew I was going to like Jazz's story just based off who she was as a side character in previous books. She's unapologetically herself and unwaveringly loyal to those she cares about. She's also a much better woman than I am because I would not have been able to face him after getting arrested because of him. The grumpy/sunshine trope was very much there, but River definitely had a character arc and Jazz was everything he needed and vice versa. The steam was steaming as well throughout this one! I do wish we got more of a confrontation scene with Samantha, and I'm still really not sure how I feel about her, but at least that storyline was tied up. No cheating or OM/OW drama, dual POV, no condoms, HEA and a sweet/steamy epilogue 2 years in the future. Hoping we get Lorlei's book next, I'm really hoping she finds her happily ever after after she seems so sad.

[Tiffany Hill · Rating 5 out of 5]

**Laugh So Hard!**

*No Shelf Control* is the fourth book in the *Book of Love* series. Jazz and River are wonderfully unhinged for each other, and I enjoyed every minute of their love story!

When Jazz meets River for the first time, she asks him to speak at her Dirty Book Club. When he declines, she takes it as a challenge and begins to pursue him in hopes of changing his mind. This leads to some of the craziest shenanigans and witty banter between Jazz and River, which had me laughing throughout the book. When they finally get together, it is fiercely satisfying and electric.

Rose definitely knows how to write a fun, quick, and easy Rom-Com that you don’t want to end. I truly love this series, and I cannot wait for the final book!

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Mattea McConnell · Rating 5 out of 5]

After catching glimpses of Jasmine throughout the previous books in the Book of Love series, I had been eagerly anticipating her story—and it was absolutely worth the wait. Nichole Rose delivers another delightful, laugh-out-loud romance with Jasmine and River that is impossible to put down.

When Jasmine declares war on River, a romance author who refuses to speak at her book club, the resulting chaos is both hilarious and entertaining. Their witty banter, playful rivalry, and undeniable chemistry create a story filled with charm from beginning to end. Add in appearances from Olive from Between Her Pages (Book of Love #2), and the fun only gets better. Every scene brings something to smile about, making this another wonderful addition to the series.

[Hanna Barker · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book number 4 of the Book of Love series and focuses on River and Jasmine. Jasmine works at a successful book store that frequently hosts a book club that Jasmine organizes. Jasmine is determined to get a particular author, River, to come speak at the next book club. River adamantly refuses initially but then decides to use it as leverage to get Jasmine to go on a date with him. Jasmine is stubborn enough that it takes quite a bit of chaos before she is willing to back down from her refusal to go out with River. Thankfully, River doesn’t get discouraged and instead ups the stakes and goes all in. This was an amazing story and a wonderful addition to the series.

I received a free copy of this book via the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Tracy Pulley · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 round up
POV: first person, dual
MMCs: River and Jasmine
OW(M)/Cheating: No
3rd act breakup: No
Instalove: Pretty much but she’s very reluctant to admit it
Series: 4th in Book of Love Series
Spice: 🌶️🌶️.5
Writing: Jasmine reminds me a lot of myself. Quick witted, determined, and if you tell her not to do something she’ll do it just because you told her not to (even if it’s something she doesn’t really want to do). River sees that in her and is like, yeah, I need some of that stubbornness in my life. No Shelf Control is funny and surprising. You never know what’s going to happen next.
Editing: very well edited.
Read this author before: Yes.
Available on KU: Yes.
Trigger Warnings: None
Should you read it: Yes!

This is an ARC review.

[Kari Hansen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jasmine enjoys the stories that River writes and decides that he is the perfect speaker at the book club she is part of however she can’t believe that he is unwilling to do it. His refusal only makes her more determined even if it involves persistence and a little subterfuge to convince him.

Even though he said no River can’t stop thinking about Jasmine. When she arrives at his door and refuses to leave he is determined to convince her to go on a date even if the way he goes about it becomes an experience she might not be filling to forget or forgive.

Jasmine and River were so much fun together and their banter was next level. Once they give into the feelings between them the heat between them radiates off the page.

[Melissa Wilson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been waiting for Jasmine's (Jazz) book from the moment she was introduced in the series. It did not disappoint. I laughed so hard at some of Jasmine's antics, throw Olive in the mix and you have one hilarious mishap after another. Poor River just wanted to live his life quietly as an author. He had no clue Jazz was going to flip his whole life upside down. Jazz and River's banter was pure gold. Such a fun read with a serious side as we see some vulnerability in Jazz. I definitely recommend this book if you want a hilarious rom com, with great friends, antics, spice, and of course love. Another fantastic read by Nichole Rose showing why she's one of my favorite authors. 5 stars!!

[Mary Pack · Rating 5 out of 5]

River gets women, that's why Jasmine wants him to speak to her book club. He writes women in romance. But when he writes, it's not about needing to be saved, it's more women empowerment. But he wants Jasmine. She is stalking him to get him to agree to do the book club. He will if she will go on a date with him.

This book covers a lot of emotions in a quick amount of reading time. And Nichole Rose is able to convey a lot of the reasons a lot of women and some men like to read romance. This is a spicy, HEA story with a lot of insight into the world of romance. And there is plenty of humor too.

[Samantha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jasmine and River's story was such a fun read! She had her preconceived ideas of who this author was, and River was the complete opposite. She's annoyingly disagreeable and persistent, while he's insufferable and stubborn...a match made for war of the best kind. I really enjoyed the characters, their banter and the storyline. The heat level was purely Nichole lol. You'll laugh, fan your face from the heat, and read some words that all women should hear. Whether it comes "from" Jasmine, River or other characters in her books, Nichole always writes to empower women. This book says some powerful things, if you'll take a bit to listen and take them to heart

[kittielovesbooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

📚 Curvy MFC
📚 Grumpy/sunshine
📚 Book girly

Jasmine has made a decision. She is going to get one of her favorite authors, River Jamison, to speak to her bookclub, the Dirty Book Club, even if it kills her. River on the other hand, is not cooperating. But she is not going to let that deter her…even when he suggests that she go on a date with him. Nope, that will not stop her.

This book was so funny!! Jasmine’s antics were off the charts and I was here for it. And who doesn’t love a grumpy MMC who falls fast for his woman? Definitely a fun and quick read.

I received an advanced copy and this is an honest review.

[Mia · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked it, but…

For a character that talks about consent, Jazz sure doesn’t practice it. Her behavior bothered me so much! Like, dude has a boundary and she’s just stomping across it. Would she have done that if he was ugly? Or old? Or a woman? I’m all for a good dark stalker romance, but her behavior was awful.

And River was too perfect. I’ll say it. He needed a flaw beyond being a bit of a grump.

But! The spice was good, and it was an entertaining, short read. Solid 4 stars.

[Amanda Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

I haven’t laughed like this in a long time. It felt like I was laughing out loud from start to finish.
Jasmine is determined to meet River, a famous male romance author and get him to speak at book club. River has other ideas…as in his answer is NO. When Jasmine declares war, who will come out with a victory or will they both win in the end? (Like we don’t already know the answer since it’s a Nichole book 😉)
From getting arrested to stalking to a little drama, this book was so good.
5 ⭐️
3.5🌶️

[Day · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jazz and River have a very interesting relationship!
Jazz stalks him, trying to get him to talk at her book club, but the man always says no. Their connection is instant and undeniable. River doesn't know what to do, and Jazz just wants to make him say yes. I liked them together! The story is quick and steamy. I had fun even though I didn't like the whole getting her arrested thing. However, I couldn't stop reading their story.

[Colinda Trienekens · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jasmine is determined to convince River to speak at her bookstore’s book club, but River is grumpy, rude, and completely uninterested. Their constant back-and-forth was so entertaining, and I loved watching them go from annoying each other to falling hard.

The chemistry was great, the banter was fun, and I really loved their relationship. It's just a sweet, steamy romance with a little suspense on the side.

A cute and easy read that left me smiling!

[SubconsciousShelf · Rating 5 out of 5]

Smut, Sass, and Small‑Town Chaos

This book is an absolute YES for me! All those perfect tropes thrown together like a delicious midnight snack I can devour on a Friday night. I loved the ride, and I’m sad it’s over. River and Jasmine’s chaotic push‑and‑pull had me grinning the whole time, and the small‑town bookstore setting made everything feel cozy and a little unhinged in a good way. It’s the kind of rom‑com that just makes you happy to be a romance reader.

[Kayla Lietzau · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely LOVED it!!! River and Jasmine are so dang perfect together!!!
Jasmine is a persistent fierce queen that had me CRACKING UP so much 🤣
River is such a grumpy marshmallow and I just love him!!!
The chemistry between them was so intense and made the smexy times HOT AF🥵🥵🥵🥵
The side characters were AMAZING as always!! I can’t freaking WAIT for Lorelei’s book!!! Highly highly highly recommend this phenomenal book!!!

[Oriana Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a sweet and funny story between the author River and Jazz ,the leader of a book club. Jazz wants River to speak to her book club, but boy does he not want to. They bicker back and forth about the issue and fall for each other in the progress, well....a bit of stalking and an arrest helped them to fall 😉 Instalove, grumpy/grumpy, sweet ,steamy, romantic , fun to read and with an awesome HEA and without OP drama😍😍😍😍

[Lilian · Rating 4 out of 5]

Jazz is such an interesting spitfire, but behind her fiery attitude is someone who has her walls way up. While River and her seem to irritate the hell out of each other, the mutual attraction is 100% there.

It takes a lot of (cough, cough) threats, blackmails and challenges to get them to their Happy Ever After, but the ending was oh so sweet.