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Chasing Callie: A small town romance
I ran home to my small town to survive, but I didn’t expect to run straight back into them.
Ten years ago, I fled my hometown and the three boys I loved more than I’d ever admit.
Now I’m back, bruised and on the run from an abusive ex who refuses to let me go.
Big Ridge was supposed to be a hiding place.
But there’s no escaping from the boys I used to call best friends.
I swore I’d never trust them again, but they’re everywhere I turn.
Chasing me. Wanting me. Needing me.
Knox, with his brooding intensity and our unfinished business.
Jax, with his reckless charm wrapped around unshakable loyalty.
And his twin, Brax who is quiet, watchful, and possessive.
Now I’m not just fighting to survive, I’m grappling with the truth I buried years ago.
Because the only thing more dangerous than my ex finding me is falling back into the arms of three men who could break me all over again.
This is a standalone contemporary romance where the FMC doesn’t have to choose.
Ten years ago, I fled my hometown and the three boys I loved more than I’d ever admit.
Now I’m back, bruised and on the run from an abusive ex who refuses to let me go.
Big Ridge was supposed to be a hiding place.
But there’s no escaping from the boys I used to call best friends.
I swore I’d never trust them again, but they’re everywhere I turn.
Chasing me. Wanting me. Needing me.
Knox, with his brooding intensity and our unfinished business.
Jax, with his reckless charm wrapped around unshakable loyalty.
And his twin, Brax who is quiet, watchful, and possessive.
Now I’m not just fighting to survive, I’m grappling with the truth I buried years ago.
Because the only thing more dangerous than my ex finding me is falling back into the arms of three men who could break me all over again.
This is a standalone contemporary romance where the FMC doesn’t have to choose.
350 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 2, 2026
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February 6, 2026
“𝐅𝐮𝐜𝐤, 𝐬𝐡𝐞’𝐬 𝐚 𝐠𝐨𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐬. 𝐀𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧, 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞. 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐥𝐲, 𝐈 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐬𝐡𝐞’𝐥𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈 𝐚𝐥𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐲 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡.”
this was such a solid and sweet read. if there’s anything that’s going to sell you on this book, look up hurricane shots on TikTok 😜
“𝐈 𝐜𝐚𝐧’𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐭, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐩 𝐰𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬. 𝐈 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐈’𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐨𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐜𝐤 𝐈 𝐚𝐦, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐮𝐭 𝐚 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐦𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐝𝐨𝐠.”
Callie returns home after 10 years of living as an artist in New York City. but her returning home isn’t bc she wants to. however coming back home means being back in the same town with her 3 former best friends and the reasons she left in the first place. but Knox, Brax, and Jax aren’t going to let her go again.
i appreciated that it didn’t take long at all for the guys to go for Callie and make sure she knew what actually happened.
“𝐒𝐡𝐞’𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞. 𝐍𝐨. 𝐒𝐡𝐞’𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞. 𝐇𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐮𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐬𝐡𝐞 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭. 𝐒𝐡𝐞’𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐈 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐫.”
i also liked that someone called her out about her leaving town and her believing that the guys actually did what she thought.
thank you Rory Miles for an e-ARC of 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒆 💙
✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦
MFMM, 1st person multi-POV
28 fmc / 28 mmc / 27 mmc / 27 mmc
miscommunication, brothers, twins in the group, 2nd chance, friends to hate to lovers, small town, DP, group scenes, possessive mmcs, childhood friends, HEA, standalone
safety: no manwhores, no OW drama, OM drama (fmc’s ex-boyfriend)
this was such a solid and sweet read. if there’s anything that’s going to sell you on this book, look up hurricane shots on TikTok 😜
“𝐈 𝐜𝐚𝐧’𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐭, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐩 𝐰𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬. 𝐈 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐈’𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐨𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐜𝐤 𝐈 𝐚𝐦, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐮𝐭 𝐚 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐦𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐝𝐨𝐠.”
Callie returns home after 10 years of living as an artist in New York City. but her returning home isn’t bc she wants to. however coming back home means being back in the same town with her 3 former best friends and the reasons she left in the first place. but Knox, Brax, and Jax aren’t going to let her go again.
i appreciated that it didn’t take long at all for the guys to go for Callie and make sure she knew what actually happened.
“𝐒𝐡𝐞’𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞. 𝐍𝐨. 𝐒𝐡𝐞’𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞. 𝐇𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐮𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐬𝐡𝐞 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭. 𝐒𝐡𝐞’𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐈 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐫.”
i also liked that someone called her out about her leaving town and her believing that the guys actually did what she thought.
thank you Rory Miles for an e-ARC of 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒆 💙
✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦
MFMM, 1st person multi-POV
28 fmc / 28 mmc / 27 mmc / 27 mmc
miscommunication, brothers, twins in the group, 2nd chance, friends to hate to lovers, small town, DP, group scenes, possessive mmcs, childhood friends, HEA, standalone
safety: no manwhores, no OW drama, OM drama (fmc’s ex-boyfriend)
May 9, 2026
4.25⭐️
The book opens with Callie living in NYC ever since she ran away from her hometown 10 years ago after an ‘incident’. She’s an artist and living with her bf Theo who’s a more established artist. They’re getting ready for his show at a gallery and he’s being verbally abusive and even grabs her arm. She’s thinking she’s done with him but then they get to his art show and she realises all the paintings he’s passing off as his own have been stolen from her, he tells her she’s a nobody and it’ll sell with his name on it, she’s pissed but just leaves him there to go home and pack her shit to leave him because now she’s definitely done with him. He comes home early when she’s packing and starts to lose his shit but she punches him in the nose and gets away from him before he can do anything. She goes to his art studio and takes the rest of her own paintings she’d been storing there, then with nowhere else to go she’s heading back to her hometown.
So she gets back home and is staying with her parents, she keeps talking about avoiding the Williams brothers. So the story/incident was, she grew up with and is same age as Knox and his twin bros Jax and Brax who were 1 year younger. They were all best friends who did everything together. When she was 18 Knox had a girlfriend Penelope who was jealous of his friendship with Callie. One night Callie and the twins ended up sleeping together and having a threesome, Penelope caught them and using Knox’s phone she recorded them and posted it on social media. Callie thought it was Knox and was devastated and humiliated and without letting anyone explain she fled town and didn’t come back for 10 years. So when she returns the guys are instantly wanting to be around her and try to explain what actually happened, she finds out at around 30% I think the truth. Knox instantly ended it with the ex and wasn’t with anyone since. He said the reason he was even with the ex back then and hadn’t told Callie he liked her like that was because she was leaving for art school and he was too chicken shit to tell her how he felt and he’s spent a decade wondering what would have happened if he’d been brave enough.
So anyway once she finds out the truth Knox and the twins basically tell her they all want her and it goes from there. I loved the fact they weren’t manwhores during the separation. Especially since they were all so young when this happened and they live in a very touristy town, there was none of that using random women to forget her bullshit. Knox and her had never even dated so I especially loved that he remained celibate after his bitch gf at the time caused all the problems. I loved that they hadn’t shared before too! Even the twins hadn’t, I think they would only ever have shared the fmc with each other I didn’t get the vibe they would have tried with anyone else.
This was from Brax’s pov-
“Once upon a time I was pretty sure Callie was end game. Not just for me. For Jax and Knox too. Knox would never share though. Jax and I have lived our lives sharing, so us dating the same woman makes sense. Not to mention, it almost worked. Until fucking Penelope. She caught me and Jax with Callie, used Knox’s phone to record everything, and posted it. That night was the last time I saw her, and the feel of her soft body against mine is burned in my memories. So much so that I can’t even bring myself to date. Knox has been single ever since he ditched Penelope, and Jax isn’t much for dating either.”
Penelope does try to cause issues to the fmc when she’s back too. At a party she calls Callie a slut so she punches her in the face and tells her if she presses charges then she’ll press charges too for revenge porn. Then later she comes into the bar where Callie and Jax works and tries to flirt with Jax and he shuts her down so she goes over to Knox and plops herself down on his lap but he jumps up straightaway and lets her fall to the floor. 👏👏
So apart from the relationship stuff with Callie and the guys she’s also dealing with her scumbag ex Theo. He’s suing her and claiming that she stole his art not the other way around and also dragging her in the press, he comes to town and tries to cause issues for the guys too with their home and business. Bitchface Penelope latches onto him too when he’s in town but then the conclusion with them even though it was satisfying it all wrapped up a bit quick and conveniently after Callie spent most of the book so worried about it all, the closure of it all just felt a bit flat.
The epilogue is 2 years later and they’re all living together, still happily in love. No mention of marriage or babies though but I think they’ll definitely live HEA
I usually like to try and pick a favourite but I think I honestly liked all the guys the same, they were all very perfect for her in their own ways.
-Multi pov
-Ages, Callie & Knox 28, Jax & Brax 27
-Why choose with no mm- the mmcs are brothers and they’ve never shared before 🫶
-This book was safe for me even though there was some OWD/OMD, I explained above ⬆️
-No third act breakup
-HEA
The book opens with Callie living in NYC ever since she ran away from her hometown 10 years ago after an ‘incident’. She’s an artist and living with her bf Theo who’s a more established artist. They’re getting ready for his show at a gallery and he’s being verbally abusive and even grabs her arm. She’s thinking she’s done with him but then they get to his art show and she realises all the paintings he’s passing off as his own have been stolen from her, he tells her she’s a nobody and it’ll sell with his name on it, she’s pissed but just leaves him there to go home and pack her shit to leave him because now she’s definitely done with him. He comes home early when she’s packing and starts to lose his shit but she punches him in the nose and gets away from him before he can do anything. She goes to his art studio and takes the rest of her own paintings she’d been storing there, then with nowhere else to go she’s heading back to her hometown.
So she gets back home and is staying with her parents, she keeps talking about avoiding the Williams brothers. So the story/incident was, she grew up with and is same age as Knox and his twin bros Jax and Brax who were 1 year younger. They were all best friends who did everything together. When she was 18 Knox had a girlfriend Penelope who was jealous of his friendship with Callie. One night Callie and the twins ended up sleeping together and having a threesome, Penelope caught them and using Knox’s phone she recorded them and posted it on social media. Callie thought it was Knox and was devastated and humiliated and without letting anyone explain she fled town and didn’t come back for 10 years. So when she returns the guys are instantly wanting to be around her and try to explain what actually happened, she finds out at around 30% I think the truth. Knox instantly ended it with the ex and wasn’t with anyone since. He said the reason he was even with the ex back then and hadn’t told Callie he liked her like that was because she was leaving for art school and he was too chicken shit to tell her how he felt and he’s spent a decade wondering what would have happened if he’d been brave enough.
So anyway once she finds out the truth Knox and the twins basically tell her they all want her and it goes from there. I loved the fact they weren’t manwhores during the separation. Especially since they were all so young when this happened and they live in a very touristy town, there was none of that using random women to forget her bullshit. Knox and her had never even dated so I especially loved that he remained celibate after his bitch gf at the time caused all the problems. I loved that they hadn’t shared before too! Even the twins hadn’t, I think they would only ever have shared the fmc with each other I didn’t get the vibe they would have tried with anyone else.
This was from Brax’s pov-
“Once upon a time I was pretty sure Callie was end game. Not just for me. For Jax and Knox too. Knox would never share though. Jax and I have lived our lives sharing, so us dating the same woman makes sense. Not to mention, it almost worked. Until fucking Penelope. She caught me and Jax with Callie, used Knox’s phone to record everything, and posted it. That night was the last time I saw her, and the feel of her soft body against mine is burned in my memories. So much so that I can’t even bring myself to date. Knox has been single ever since he ditched Penelope, and Jax isn’t much for dating either.”
Penelope does try to cause issues to the fmc when she’s back too. At a party she calls Callie a slut so she punches her in the face and tells her if she presses charges then she’ll press charges too for revenge porn. Then later she comes into the bar where Callie and Jax works and tries to flirt with Jax and he shuts her down so she goes over to Knox and plops herself down on his lap but he jumps up straightaway and lets her fall to the floor. 👏👏
So apart from the relationship stuff with Callie and the guys she’s also dealing with her scumbag ex Theo. He’s suing her and claiming that she stole his art not the other way around and also dragging her in the press, he comes to town and tries to cause issues for the guys too with their home and business. Bitchface Penelope latches onto him too when he’s in town but then the conclusion with them even though it was satisfying it all wrapped up a bit quick and conveniently after Callie spent most of the book so worried about it all, the closure of it all just felt a bit flat.
The epilogue is 2 years later and they’re all living together, still happily in love. No mention of marriage or babies though but I think they’ll definitely live HEA
I usually like to try and pick a favourite but I think I honestly liked all the guys the same, they were all very perfect for her in their own ways.
-Multi pov
-Ages, Callie & Knox 28, Jax & Brax 27
-Why choose with no mm- the mmcs are brothers and they’ve never shared before 🫶
-This book was safe for me even though there was some OWD/OMD, I explained above ⬆️
-No third act breakup
-HEA
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 6, 2026
4.3 stars.
This was so fun, actually. Even with all the heavier, emotional moments.
I definitely got ‘Sweet Home Alabama’ vibes from a lot of the beginning when she was first back in town.
And then the hurricane shots. Thank you TikTok for sharing that with the world so that Rory Miles could see and use that in her book. 👌🏼 much appreciated😂
This was so fun, actually. Even with all the heavier, emotional moments.
I definitely got ‘Sweet Home Alabama’ vibes from a lot of the beginning when she was first back in town.
And then the hurricane shots. Thank you TikTok for sharing that with the world so that Rory Miles could see and use that in her book. 👌🏼 much appreciated😂
February 2, 2026
*Reverse Harem
*Contemporary
*Multi-1st-PoV
*Small Town Romance
*Second Chances
*Besties to Lovers
*FMC running home
*Ex-Drama
*Brothers
*Established Harem (3)
*Standalone
Something different from this author and it was a good read! 😀
3.5⭐️
It’s a sweet small town read with a heart warming story about best friends finding their happily ever after and themselves 🥰 Callie an artist by heart with a right wild streak lost herself for a little bit and after things go south with her ex forcing her to hightail it back home - you’re really drawn into her growth each step of the way as she builds herself back up! 👑 Her former best friends, eldest brother Knox and then twins Jax and Brad who have always been head over heels for their girl and now she’s back they are doing everything they can to assure her she’s it in some very swoonworthy ways 😍 the only thing for me was the ‘villain’ element in this was a bit flat with how that wrapped up (and that might be because I predominantly read dark romance and this is very sweet) but it didn’t quite have the danger I normally look for. Still a very good read for those who love sweet small town reads 😀
*Contemporary
*Multi-1st-PoV
*Small Town Romance
*Second Chances
*Besties to Lovers
*FMC running home
*Ex-Drama
*Brothers
*Established Harem (3)
*Standalone
Something different from this author and it was a good read! 😀
3.5⭐️
It’s a sweet small town read with a heart warming story about best friends finding their happily ever after and themselves 🥰 Callie an artist by heart with a right wild streak lost herself for a little bit and after things go south with her ex forcing her to hightail it back home - you’re really drawn into her growth each step of the way as she builds herself back up! 👑 Her former best friends, eldest brother Knox and then twins Jax and Brad who have always been head over heels for their girl and now she’s back they are doing everything they can to assure her she’s it in some very swoonworthy ways 😍 the only thing for me was the ‘villain’ element in this was a bit flat with how that wrapped up (and that might be because I predominantly read dark romance and this is very sweet) but it didn’t quite have the danger I normally look for. Still a very good read for those who love sweet small town reads 😀
May 12, 2026
Second Chance (why choose)
Obsessed MMCs
Multi POV (1st person)
No real OWD
Slight OMD
No cheating/intimate scenes with op/third act breakup
HEA
No condoms
Notes:
2 MMCs says that haven’t dated since the FMC so I guess that means they were celibate. 1 MMC says tried to date. Not sure if he was celibate or not. But none of them seem like Manwhores. They seemed devoted to the FMC. FMC was not celibate. Separation was about 10 years.
OWD - Knox’s ex (In high school) is a bitch to FMC and tries to flirt with guys. They do not want her at all. Knox basically only dated her because as a distraction because FMC was going to leave to art school. Doesn’t say if he was ever intimate with her.
OMD - Piece of shit of her ex tries to cause trouble
Obsessed MMCs
Multi POV (1st person)
No real OWD
Slight OMD
No cheating/intimate scenes with op/third act breakup
HEA
No condoms
Notes:
2 MMCs says that haven’t dated since the FMC so I guess that means they were celibate. 1 MMC says tried to date. Not sure if he was celibate or not. But none of them seem like Manwhores. They seemed devoted to the FMC. FMC was not celibate. Separation was about 10 years.
OWD - Knox’s ex (In high school) is a bitch to FMC and tries to flirt with guys. They do not want her at all. Knox basically only dated her because as a distraction because FMC was going to leave to art school. Doesn’t say if he was ever intimate with her.
OMD - Piece of shit of her ex tries to cause trouble
February 3, 2026
Looooooved!!!!
I actually devoured this one in one sitting! I couldn't put it down! I have recently been wanting more and more second chance romances and Chasing Callie was perfection! This one is on the lighter side, with a couple dark elements pertaining to the ex, but overall it was a pretty cozy read.
Callie ran back to Big Ridge from her ex and wasn't expecting to fall back in with Knox, Jax and Brax. It is a small town romance in an everyone knows everyone and their business small town. I loved their journey and would love to read more in this world!
I actually devoured this one in one sitting! I couldn't put it down! I have recently been wanting more and more second chance romances and Chasing Callie was perfection! This one is on the lighter side, with a couple dark elements pertaining to the ex, but overall it was a pretty cozy read.
Callie ran back to Big Ridge from her ex and wasn't expecting to fall back in with Knox, Jax and Brax. It is a small town romance in an everyone knows everyone and their business small town. I loved their journey and would love to read more in this world!
January 31, 2026
I don’t know what it is about Rory Miles’ storytelling. It’s so easy to be consumed by her words. Chapter 1 and I was already all in.
In saying that, I enjoyed the storytelling but not sure if this was my favorite of her books. There were a few events that took me out of the story. I also felt that I didn’t connect with her characters like I usually do.
Still a good read, I read it quickly and will continue to read this author.
3.5/5
In saying that, I enjoyed the storytelling but not sure if this was my favorite of her books. There were a few events that took me out of the story. I also felt that I didn’t connect with her characters like I usually do.
Still a good read, I read it quickly and will continue to read this author.
3.5/5
February 3, 2026
Chasing Callie is a small-town, reverse harem romance by Rory Miles, who is one of my favourite authors.
This was the first contemporary romance by Rory Miles I read (maybe it was the first she wrote? Not sure about that). I read lots of her paranormal and Omegaverse books and I adored them all.
Chasing Callie started really well. I practically flew through the first part of this book. Bringing the second chance and small-town romance trope together just is a classic that always works. Callie, the FMC, leaving her scumbag of an ex and going back to her hometown was written so relatable and I loved seeing her reconnect with the guys.
But then the story somehow began to lose me. The characters stayed at the surface level to me. The guys all had different jobs, but their behaviour was pretty much the same. I couldn‘t relate to Callie‘s decisions anymore and it felt like she was purposefully stirring towards a catastrophe, which then never happened, because of a not so believable and very convenient plot twist…
This book was easy to read and I did have some good moments with it, but overall it took the easy road a little too often, to be anything special. I‘ll still read everything Rory Miles writes and she‘s still one of my favourites, but this one book, fell a bit flat for me. (Maybe my expectations were too high?)
I received an ARC. All opinions are my own.
This was the first contemporary romance by Rory Miles I read (maybe it was the first she wrote? Not sure about that). I read lots of her paranormal and Omegaverse books and I adored them all.
Chasing Callie started really well. I practically flew through the first part of this book. Bringing the second chance and small-town romance trope together just is a classic that always works. Callie, the FMC, leaving her scumbag of an ex and going back to her hometown was written so relatable and I loved seeing her reconnect with the guys.
But then the story somehow began to lose me. The characters stayed at the surface level to me. The guys all had different jobs, but their behaviour was pretty much the same. I couldn‘t relate to Callie‘s decisions anymore and it felt like she was purposefully stirring towards a catastrophe, which then never happened, because of a not so believable and very convenient plot twist…
This book was easy to read and I did have some good moments with it, but overall it took the easy road a little too often, to be anything special. I‘ll still read everything Rory Miles writes and she‘s still one of my favourites, but this one book, fell a bit flat for me. (Maybe my expectations were too high?)
I received an ARC. All opinions are my own.
February 12, 2026
4.5 RTC
February 5, 2026
Chasing Callie is book one in the Big Ridge Series. It is a why choose, small town, friends to lovers to enemies to lovers, second chance romance. The story is told in third person with multiple POV.
Callie is fleeing a bad situation when she finds herself back in her hometown. She thought she could avoid the three men who broke her heart, and caused her to leave home in the first place, but that proved impossible. When they each come face to face with Callie, the sparks re-ignite. Can she forgive? Can they atone?
I absolutely loved this story and its wonderful characters. Callie has been betrayed and put through the wringer when it comes to men. I really felt for her and her situations. Brothers, Jax, Brax, and Knox have all been through their own hard times while Callie has been away. I loved how these characters help to heal each other from their traumas, as well as how their individual relationships progress. I also really loved the town and the secondary characters.
This was a fantastic read that I really enjoyed. The writing, pace, and flow of the story were terrific, as were the characters, character development, relationship development, storytelling, storyline, plot, and world building.
If you love a great second chance romance with misunderstandings, emotion, spice, and, no choosing, then I'd definitely recommend this book.
Callie is fleeing a bad situation when she finds herself back in her hometown. She thought she could avoid the three men who broke her heart, and caused her to leave home in the first place, but that proved impossible. When they each come face to face with Callie, the sparks re-ignite. Can she forgive? Can they atone?
I absolutely loved this story and its wonderful characters. Callie has been betrayed and put through the wringer when it comes to men. I really felt for her and her situations. Brothers, Jax, Brax, and Knox have all been through their own hard times while Callie has been away. I loved how these characters help to heal each other from their traumas, as well as how their individual relationships progress. I also really loved the town and the secondary characters.
This was a fantastic read that I really enjoyed. The writing, pace, and flow of the story were terrific, as were the characters, character development, relationship development, storytelling, storyline, plot, and world building.
If you love a great second chance romance with misunderstandings, emotion, spice, and, no choosing, then I'd definitely recommend this book.
February 26, 2026
Spoilers.
Also on my one woman quest to continue to call out Arc readers a little bit. I get that it's a way to launch a book and to get names out there and get books out there but I honestly am about to stop reading books who only have arc reviews. Having only 5 star arc reviews and having nothing of note to actually say has to be harmful to this industry and it's honestly ridiculous as a reader. I want the truth not the "I got this early so here is my 5 star review of this perfect book"
Ya'll. I was down to give this a 2.5 and call her a day before the mechanic brother at the last page says "let's fill her up boys" during a three way with his brothers.....no. just. no.
Alright, let's dive in. This has smut after the 50 percent mark of the book and it's not bad. The book tries to have the overarching mean girl and dirt bag ex but it falls extremely flat and resolves in a way where the reader doesn't really get closure. We get nothing resolved and the mean girl who admittedly was shitty just gets murdered and no one cares. I mean that's pretty awful.
Then we have the romance. These people are 27 and 28 and every interaction they have is straight out of a high school book. They meet at fairs, at the lake house with beers with friends. Now I grew up in a town EXACTLY like the ones depicted in small town romances, I know there isn't a ton to do outside the bar but come on. They sound like teens not adults with any sort of life experience.
I am also gonna call bullshit on a Thai restaurant. I know this may seem silly but a place with a cute little diner, two bars in town, and everyone knows everyone, they don't have Thai and sure as hell don't eat there enough to keep it open. This is me picking I know but it just takes you out of the book when you add all these issues up.
Can we also talk about how Callie moves home and in 5 seconds is stealing and getting in bar fights? The guys start fighting and reverting back to acting like teenage boys and we are celebrating them? Why would you reverting back to the impulse driven idiots you were 10 years ago be healthy? She also hits a random girl? You are suspected of murder and have several legal issues happening with your art and your response is to hit someone? toxic af.
overall, I didn't come into this thinking it was going to be a huge plot driven book, still expected smut because of the RH but I guess it was set up with some some good tension and it didn't deliver on that AT ALL. No one cares they are together. Her parents just slip into the same basic conversation of ope well if you love them, and only Penelope cares in a super small town? No tension is just a missed opportunity.
Also on my one woman quest to continue to call out Arc readers a little bit. I get that it's a way to launch a book and to get names out there and get books out there but I honestly am about to stop reading books who only have arc reviews. Having only 5 star arc reviews and having nothing of note to actually say has to be harmful to this industry and it's honestly ridiculous as a reader. I want the truth not the "I got this early so here is my 5 star review of this perfect book"
Ya'll. I was down to give this a 2.5 and call her a day before the mechanic brother at the last page says "let's fill her up boys" during a three way with his brothers.....no. just. no.
Alright, let's dive in. This has smut after the 50 percent mark of the book and it's not bad. The book tries to have the overarching mean girl and dirt bag ex but it falls extremely flat and resolves in a way where the reader doesn't really get closure. We get nothing resolved and the mean girl who admittedly was shitty just gets murdered and no one cares. I mean that's pretty awful.
Then we have the romance. These people are 27 and 28 and every interaction they have is straight out of a high school book. They meet at fairs, at the lake house with beers with friends. Now I grew up in a town EXACTLY like the ones depicted in small town romances, I know there isn't a ton to do outside the bar but come on. They sound like teens not adults with any sort of life experience.
I am also gonna call bullshit on a Thai restaurant. I know this may seem silly but a place with a cute little diner, two bars in town, and everyone knows everyone, they don't have Thai and sure as hell don't eat there enough to keep it open. This is me picking I know but it just takes you out of the book when you add all these issues up.
Can we also talk about how Callie moves home and in 5 seconds is stealing and getting in bar fights? The guys start fighting and reverting back to acting like teenage boys and we are celebrating them? Why would you reverting back to the impulse driven idiots you were 10 years ago be healthy? She also hits a random girl? You are suspected of murder and have several legal issues happening with your art and your response is to hit someone? toxic af.
overall, I didn't come into this thinking it was going to be a huge plot driven book, still expected smut because of the RH but I guess it was set up with some some good tension and it didn't deliver on that AT ALL. No one cares they are together. Her parents just slip into the same basic conversation of ope well if you love them, and only Penelope cares in a super small town? No tension is just a missed opportunity.
February 1, 2026
I absolutely adored this book, the storyline was fascinating and kept me completely hooked until the very last word.
The past traumatic relationship was haunting, yet really well written. My heart broke for her when I was reading it.
Then there’s her childhood 3 best friends, those boys are F👏🏼I👏🏼N👏🏼E!! 🫦 I did love the banter between them and the longing … the possessiveness was perfection.
There’s also the reason she fled her small town as a young girl, which she needs to face and overcome.
The action and mysterious element had me on the edge of my chair.
Overall a fantastic read.
The past traumatic relationship was haunting, yet really well written. My heart broke for her when I was reading it.
Then there’s her childhood 3 best friends, those boys are F👏🏼I👏🏼N👏🏼E!! 🫦 I did love the banter between them and the longing … the possessiveness was perfection.
There’s also the reason she fled her small town as a young girl, which she needs to face and overcome.
The action and mysterious element had me on the edge of my chair.
Overall a fantastic read.
February 26, 2026
This is a terrific why choose romance where MFC Callie has three men in her corner and in her bed. They are Knox, Brax and Jax, three brothers. Callie left town long ago with the brothers in her rear view. Now she's back having escaped an abusive situation. They are ready to claim her and won't let her run away again. This is a beautifully written story of healing and second chance romance. I really loved it.
February 18, 2026
Had a great time with this small town romance! The drama with the ex gave me anxiety at times so points for that 😆 the MMC’s were pretty nice and glad they all got their happy ending.
March 29, 2026
This was not what I expected. I should have seen the twist coming from a mile away I just didn’t expect it to play out like that and ultimately I didn’t like the twist.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 5, 2026
Ok I am obsessed with this story. This is the perfect why choose 😍
Knox is the oldest of the Williams brothers. He’s the protector and thinks he has to deal with everything alone 🥺
Jax and Brax are twins 😍 Jax is the fun flirty one who’s always lighthearted. Brax is the calmness that you need and an absolute sweetheart.
I really liked Callie. She’s strong and owns her shit. We find out pretty early on why she left all those years ago and my heart broke for her.
From the moment Callie returned the guys were all in, refusing to let her run away again. It was sort of a slow burn mixed with burning desire, I mean they had been pining for Callie for 10 years. The guys were there for her and showed her how much they loved her.
There is no third act breakup, but there is drama from Callie’s ex. He’s fucking shit and he tries to ruin her life.
It’s been 10 years since the guys saw Callie and I’m pretty sure none of them had been with anyone else. The twins definitely hadn’t, I believe Knox had maybe tried dating other people but I’m not too sure.
Thank you so much for the ARC.
Knox is the oldest of the Williams brothers. He’s the protector and thinks he has to deal with everything alone 🥺
Jax and Brax are twins 😍 Jax is the fun flirty one who’s always lighthearted. Brax is the calmness that you need and an absolute sweetheart.
I really liked Callie. She’s strong and owns her shit. We find out pretty early on why she left all those years ago and my heart broke for her.
From the moment Callie returned the guys were all in, refusing to let her run away again. It was sort of a slow burn mixed with burning desire, I mean they had been pining for Callie for 10 years. The guys were there for her and showed her how much they loved her.
There is no third act breakup, but there is drama from Callie’s ex. He’s fucking shit and he tries to ruin her life.
It’s been 10 years since the guys saw Callie and I’m pretty sure none of them had been with anyone else. The twins definitely hadn’t, I believe Knox had maybe tried dating other people but I’m not too sure.
Thank you so much for the ARC.
February 23, 2026
"I can't afford the trouble they're offering."
Callie & Knox & Jax & Brax. It's a lot. Four childhood best friends. Love across all of them. Three brothers, one Callie. A video gets posted of teenage Callie, Brax, and Jax. Callie flees to New York City and doesn't return for 10 years. After issues cause her to move back home, she encounters her old friends who don't want to rekindle the friendship, but the love. The twin (Jax & Brax) have had their time with Callie in the past, and Knox was always just a breath away. This time, the three of them aren't letting her get away.
So this isn't normally my subgenre but I took a chance. It's so good. There is spice but it's not the focus. The love that exists and never left the four of these characters is so sweet and protective. I loved the flashbacks and how their history came out little by little. While miscommunication tore them apart 10 years ago, it wasn't a big part of the present day story so we didn't have to live with it for too long. Each of the 3 MMCs wanted it explained to Callie immediately so they could get on with their lives. Whatever your opinion is on reverse harem, this one just seemed practical because they all had so much healing to do together because all their hurts happened together. Give it is a shot.
This is my first Rory Miles book and it won't be my last. The story telling is strong, the characters are written well and their development or lack of it because of what they have been through makes me feel like they are my friends. The secondary characters - friends and foe - are easy to love and hate. Her writing brought out the full range of emotions in me and that's exactly what I'm looking for.
"This is one hell of a walk of shame."
I received a complimentary eARC and my review is voluntary. Thank you to the authors and The Author Agency.
Callie & Knox & Jax & Brax. It's a lot. Four childhood best friends. Love across all of them. Three brothers, one Callie. A video gets posted of teenage Callie, Brax, and Jax. Callie flees to New York City and doesn't return for 10 years. After issues cause her to move back home, she encounters her old friends who don't want to rekindle the friendship, but the love. The twin (Jax & Brax) have had their time with Callie in the past, and Knox was always just a breath away. This time, the three of them aren't letting her get away.
So this isn't normally my subgenre but I took a chance. It's so good. There is spice but it's not the focus. The love that exists and never left the four of these characters is so sweet and protective. I loved the flashbacks and how their history came out little by little. While miscommunication tore them apart 10 years ago, it wasn't a big part of the present day story so we didn't have to live with it for too long. Each of the 3 MMCs wanted it explained to Callie immediately so they could get on with their lives. Whatever your opinion is on reverse harem, this one just seemed practical because they all had so much healing to do together because all their hurts happened together. Give it is a shot.
This is my first Rory Miles book and it won't be my last. The story telling is strong, the characters are written well and their development or lack of it because of what they have been through makes me feel like they are my friends. The secondary characters - friends and foe - are easy to love and hate. Her writing brought out the full range of emotions in me and that's exactly what I'm looking for.
"This is one hell of a walk of shame."
I received a complimentary eARC and my review is voluntary. Thank you to the authors and The Author Agency.
February 3, 2026
⭐️ 5/5
🌶️ 2.5-3/5
Ugh I loved this one so much. It has most of my favorite tropes and I really liked each character.
The book is definitely a slow burn with the spice coming in at the middle, but it’s expected with the betrayals and the MC’s finding their way back to each other.
I do wish there was a bit more 1:1 with Callie and Brax. While Knox and Jax got their own scenes, his were shared. Still super hot scenes though! Twin sandwich, need I say more?😜
Honestly, Callie’s ex was a POS through and through. Same with Knox’s. 🥊
Even with the angsty, hurt/comfort moments throughout the book, it still had funny moments that had me cheesin’ hard. And Callie’s parents were seriously the best. Most books usually have toxic parents but I really loved that she had loving, supportive parents. The moment with her dad almost had me tear up, ngl.
The years of longing and hurt for these characters made them stronger together, that’s for sure.
If you’re thinking of reading it, do it. It’s cute and will definitely be read again at some point in the future.
Favorite Quotes:
Who in their right mind drinks black coffee? Devil worshippers, that’s who.
“Jesus fucking Christ!”
“I don’t think Jesus was allowed to fuck.”
I already want to find the creator and demand fifty more years with her because the rest of our lives won’t be enough.
Tropes, etc:
MFMM
Small Town
Second Chance
Brothers In Harem
Twins In Harem
Childhood Crushes/Friends to lovers
On the run FMC
Abused FMC
F*ck It Moments
Years of longing
🖤tbrwithchelsea
🌶️ 2.5-3/5
Ugh I loved this one so much. It has most of my favorite tropes and I really liked each character.
The book is definitely a slow burn with the spice coming in at the middle, but it’s expected with the betrayals and the MC’s finding their way back to each other.
I do wish there was a bit more 1:1 with Callie and Brax. While Knox and Jax got their own scenes, his were shared. Still super hot scenes though! Twin sandwich, need I say more?😜
Honestly, Callie’s ex was a POS through and through. Same with Knox’s. 🥊
Even with the angsty, hurt/comfort moments throughout the book, it still had funny moments that had me cheesin’ hard. And Callie’s parents were seriously the best. Most books usually have toxic parents but I really loved that she had loving, supportive parents. The moment with her dad almost had me tear up, ngl.
The years of longing and hurt for these characters made them stronger together, that’s for sure.
If you’re thinking of reading it, do it. It’s cute and will definitely be read again at some point in the future.
Favorite Quotes:
Who in their right mind drinks black coffee? Devil worshippers, that’s who.
“Jesus fucking Christ!”
“I don’t think Jesus was allowed to fuck.”
I already want to find the creator and demand fifty more years with her because the rest of our lives won’t be enough.
Tropes, etc:
MFMM
Small Town
Second Chance
Brothers In Harem
Twins In Harem
Childhood Crushes/Friends to lovers
On the run FMC
Abused FMC
F*ck It Moments
Years of longing
🖤tbrwithchelsea
February 3, 2026
This book is about Callie fleeing NY and her current boyfriend by running back to her hometown, Big Ridge. The thing is Callie ran from Big Ridge 10 years ago. It seems Callie runs everytime she has a problem. Callie doesn't process emotions very well either, obviously. Callie didn't feel like she could trust anyone much in the beginning. Which is worse, what Callie's running from or the Williams' brothers breaking her heart again ?
Knox, Jax, and Brax Williams meant so much to Callie. These brothers also are the reason Callie ran to NYC. All these brothers want is the chance to set the record straight and not let Callie slip through their fingers again. Knox is the oldest and essentially the leader. Jax and Brax are twins. Jax is more light hearted and Brax is the quiet observer and more serious. Really none of these men's lives moved on until Callie came back home.
The book definitely has small town vibes along with best friends turned lovers. There were many sweet moments and memories throughout the book. There some bumps in the road, for sure. Callie also faced darkness with her ex. Callie's parents were kind, supportive, and sincere. I enjoyed the book and plot.
"Callie belongs in Big Ridge and like all those years ago, her place is with me and my brothers."
"The Ferris wheel comes to a stop, but I have the distinct feeling I’m still falling, and this time, the Williams brothers are waiting to catch me."
“Because you belong to all of us, Callie. Always have.”
Thanks to The Author Agency for providing me with an ARC.
Knox, Jax, and Brax Williams meant so much to Callie. These brothers also are the reason Callie ran to NYC. All these brothers want is the chance to set the record straight and not let Callie slip through their fingers again. Knox is the oldest and essentially the leader. Jax and Brax are twins. Jax is more light hearted and Brax is the quiet observer and more serious. Really none of these men's lives moved on until Callie came back home.
The book definitely has small town vibes along with best friends turned lovers. There were many sweet moments and memories throughout the book. There some bumps in the road, for sure. Callie also faced darkness with her ex. Callie's parents were kind, supportive, and sincere. I enjoyed the book and plot.
"Callie belongs in Big Ridge and like all those years ago, her place is with me and my brothers."
"The Ferris wheel comes to a stop, but I have the distinct feeling I’m still falling, and this time, the Williams brothers are waiting to catch me."
“Because you belong to all of us, Callie. Always have.”
Thanks to The Author Agency for providing me with an ARC.
Review of advance copy received from Author
4.5 stars, rounded up to 5 for GR.
I love Callie as a character. She is strong, snarky, and stands up for herself. Unfortunately, she has forgotten that and often doubts herself due to her abusive ex. Theo was the worst. He did a lot of damage to her confidence and self-worth.
Being back home in her hometown is reminding her of who she used to be. It is also bringing up the things that caused her to run 10 years ago. As the reader, we know what happened, through conversations with the guys, but Callie is so set on protecting herself that she doesn't want to listen to anything they have to say.
I want to say, I am a little disappointed in her. She grew up with these guys. She KNOWS them. I understand in the moment, feeling betrayed and running, but after she had some time to calm down, I feel like she would have realized something was not quite right. I am chalking it up to the fact she was young, only 18, but it is the one thing that bothered me. So many years were lost due to stubborness.
I love the small town vibes of Big Ridge. Callie has an army of people who love her, support her, want to have her back if she will let them. She is dead set on doing it on her own though. It takes strength to ask for help. I love her mom! She is so funny, and her dad is such a supportive presence.
I stressed with them, I laughed with them, I cheered them all on. I would love to see more books in this world, specifically about Bree, Lily, and Aspen.
I love Callie as a character. She is strong, snarky, and stands up for herself. Unfortunately, she has forgotten that and often doubts herself due to her abusive ex. Theo was the worst. He did a lot of damage to her confidence and self-worth.
Being back home in her hometown is reminding her of who she used to be. It is also bringing up the things that caused her to run 10 years ago. As the reader, we know what happened, through conversations with the guys, but Callie is so set on protecting herself that she doesn't want to listen to anything they have to say.
I want to say, I am a little disappointed in her. She grew up with these guys. She KNOWS them. I understand in the moment, feeling betrayed and running, but after she had some time to calm down, I feel like she would have realized something was not quite right. I am chalking it up to the fact she was young, only 18, but it is the one thing that bothered me. So many years were lost due to stubborness.
I love the small town vibes of Big Ridge. Callie has an army of people who love her, support her, want to have her back if she will let them. She is dead set on doing it on her own though. It takes strength to ask for help. I love her mom! She is so funny, and her dad is such a supportive presence.
I stressed with them, I laughed with them, I cheered them all on. I would love to see more books in this world, specifically about Bree, Lily, and Aspen.
February 4, 2026
What worked for me: the thing that I loved the most about Chasing Callie was how *real* the plot and characters were. I’ve never experienced any of the events that occur in Big Ridge, but while reading this book, I felt all of the emotions right along with the Callie and the Williams brothers. Speaking of Callie, she is a true, down-to-earth heroine. Despite all of the crappy things that happen to her and the people she cares about, she continues to push forward and live life authentically. I was also captivated by the love that she shares with Knox, Jax, and Brax. While physical intimacy is important to their relationship, their bond is so much more than that. Their love and care for each other is the kind of connection that we all deserve, no matter how many people are involved. 🫶🏻
What might not work for you: while the relationship that Callie shares with the Williams brothers isn’t strictly about spicy activities, that does play a significant role in their lives. In many books, spicy scenes can be skipped without taking anything away from the story; however, Chasing Callie is not one of those books. This is in no way a criticism of the author or of readers who may pass on this novel! I just want to make it clear that the spice in Chasing Callie plays such a significant role in the development of the relationships between Callie and the brothers that those scenes can’t be skipped without losing out on those relationship dynamics.
What might not work for you: while the relationship that Callie shares with the Williams brothers isn’t strictly about spicy activities, that does play a significant role in their lives. In many books, spicy scenes can be skipped without taking anything away from the story; however, Chasing Callie is not one of those books. This is in no way a criticism of the author or of readers who may pass on this novel! I just want to make it clear that the spice in Chasing Callie plays such a significant role in the development of the relationships between Callie and the brothers that those scenes can’t be skipped without losing out on those relationship dynamics.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Why you will love this book…
🔥small town romance
🔥contemporary why choose
🔥fmc running from dangerous ex
🔥three brothers
🔥years of longing
🔥twin sandwich
🔥childhood crushes
I really enjoyed reading about Callie & the brothers she fell in love with when she was younger & the men she ran back to when everything went wrong.
I love the small town vibes of Big Ridge. Callie has an army of people who love her, support her, want to have her back if she will let them. She is dead set on doing it on her own though. It takes strength to ask for help.
This is the perfect why choose Knox is the oldest of the Williams brothers. He’s the protector and thinks he has to deal with everything alone. Jax and Brax are twins Jax is the fun flirty one who’s always lighthearted. Brax is the calmness that you need and an absolute sweetheart.
From the moment Callie returned the guys were all in, refusing to let her run away again. It was sort of a slow burn mixed with burning desire, I mean they had been pining for Callie for 10 years. The guys were there for her and showed her how much they loved her.
The emotional range in this story is wild in the best way: tension, turmoil, tenderness, and everything in between. It’s a full ride, and I was absolutely along for it.
If you love second chance romance, childhood friends, why choose dynamics, and small town vibes, you definitely don’t want to miss this one!
🔥small town romance
🔥contemporary why choose
🔥fmc running from dangerous ex
🔥three brothers
🔥years of longing
🔥twin sandwich
🔥childhood crushes
I really enjoyed reading about Callie & the brothers she fell in love with when she was younger & the men she ran back to when everything went wrong.
I love the small town vibes of Big Ridge. Callie has an army of people who love her, support her, want to have her back if she will let them. She is dead set on doing it on her own though. It takes strength to ask for help.
This is the perfect why choose Knox is the oldest of the Williams brothers. He’s the protector and thinks he has to deal with everything alone. Jax and Brax are twins Jax is the fun flirty one who’s always lighthearted. Brax is the calmness that you need and an absolute sweetheart.
From the moment Callie returned the guys were all in, refusing to let her run away again. It was sort of a slow burn mixed with burning desire, I mean they had been pining for Callie for 10 years. The guys were there for her and showed her how much they loved her.
The emotional range in this story is wild in the best way: tension, turmoil, tenderness, and everything in between. It’s a full ride, and I was absolutely along for it.
If you love second chance romance, childhood friends, why choose dynamics, and small town vibes, you definitely don’t want to miss this one!
February 3, 2026
Thank you for the arc The Author Agency.
There are trigger warnings at the start of this book. I usually read them and then carry on reading the book much like I did with this one. However, it was difficult to read the first couple of chapters based on the subject matter alluded to in the trigger warnings. I wasn't sure if I'd be able to continue reading the book but I did. I think this is a testament to how well written this story is. Despite the difficult subject matter it was easy to read in writing style, chapter length etc.
The themes in the book were definitely written about sensitively and also realistically. It can be difficult to get this balance right but this story did.
I loved Callie and definitely related to her in some ways and was cheering for her throughout the book. I also loved the brothers and felt part of their story and like I was in their home town.
I really enjoyed the whole story even the difficult bits, it flowed well, had drama and romance (the why choose? trope is starting to become a favourite of mine) and an ending I was happy with! (No I'm not giving spoilers)
The story is quite fast paced and kept me captivated throughout. I read it in a day! I'll definitely read more from this author!
There are trigger warnings at the start of this book. I usually read them and then carry on reading the book much like I did with this one. However, it was difficult to read the first couple of chapters based on the subject matter alluded to in the trigger warnings. I wasn't sure if I'd be able to continue reading the book but I did. I think this is a testament to how well written this story is. Despite the difficult subject matter it was easy to read in writing style, chapter length etc.
The themes in the book were definitely written about sensitively and also realistically. It can be difficult to get this balance right but this story did.
I loved Callie and definitely related to her in some ways and was cheering for her throughout the book. I also loved the brothers and felt part of their story and like I was in their home town.
I really enjoyed the whole story even the difficult bits, it flowed well, had drama and romance (the why choose? trope is starting to become a favourite of mine) and an ending I was happy with! (No I'm not giving spoilers)
The story is quite fast paced and kept me captivated throughout. I read it in a day! I'll definitely read more from this author!
Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC Review
Holy smokes — this book took me by surprise in the best way. I went into Chasing Callie completely blind, and as someone new to the Brothers Why Choose trope, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Turns out, I devoured this story. Rory Miles pulled me in from the very first chapter and didn’t let go.
The characters are what truly made this book shine for me. Each one has such a distinct personality, and even the side characters — especially Callie’s parents — had me snickering more than once. The emotional range in this story is wild in the best way: tension, turmoil, tenderness, and everything in between. It’s a full ride, and I was absolutely along for it.
I’m a slower reader because of my full‑time job, but I found myself picking this book up every spare moment I had. I just had to know what happened next. For my first Rory Miles novel, this was a fantastic introduction, and it definitely won’t be my last.
I’d love to see more stories come out of Big Ridge. Bree, in particular, feels like she’s waiting for her moment to break out of her shell, and I’d be first in line to read her story.
Holy smokes — this book took me by surprise in the best way. I went into Chasing Callie completely blind, and as someone new to the Brothers Why Choose trope, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Turns out, I devoured this story. Rory Miles pulled me in from the very first chapter and didn’t let go.
The characters are what truly made this book shine for me. Each one has such a distinct personality, and even the side characters — especially Callie’s parents — had me snickering more than once. The emotional range in this story is wild in the best way: tension, turmoil, tenderness, and everything in between. It’s a full ride, and I was absolutely along for it.
I’m a slower reader because of my full‑time job, but I found myself picking this book up every spare moment I had. I just had to know what happened next. For my first Rory Miles novel, this was a fantastic introduction, and it definitely won’t be my last.
I’d love to see more stories come out of Big Ridge. Bree, in particular, feels like she’s waiting for her moment to break out of her shell, and I’d be first in line to read her story.
Review of advance copy
This book pulled me in immediately with the descriptions and the wording of the situation. From the very first chapter, I felt connected to the story and the female character (Callie) because of personal experiences (abusive ex) and that feeling only grew as the book went on. The chapters are a great length, making it easy to say “just one more” over and over again. It made it difficult to put the book down.
The characters were a huge standout for me. Their personalities felt distinct and well-thought out. I really loved how easy it was to root for them and how naturally their relationship unfolded. The emotional depth was handled beautifully, particularly the way the FMC’s parents were written and how each character healed in their own way. Callie's parents' support added so much warmth to the story and highlighted the importance of healthy relationships, both romantic and with parents/family.
Everything wrapped up in a really satisfying way. I wasn’t expecting the plot to go where it did with a certain pair of characters, but I loved how it all came together in the end. This was a heartfelt, well-rounded read that balanced emotion, character growth, and romance perfectly.
The characters were a huge standout for me. Their personalities felt distinct and well-thought out. I really loved how easy it was to root for them and how naturally their relationship unfolded. The emotional depth was handled beautifully, particularly the way the FMC’s parents were written and how each character healed in their own way. Callie's parents' support added so much warmth to the story and highlighted the importance of healthy relationships, both romantic and with parents/family.
Everything wrapped up in a really satisfying way. I wasn’t expecting the plot to go where it did with a certain pair of characters, but I loved how it all came together in the end. This was a heartfelt, well-rounded read that balanced emotion, character growth, and romance perfectly.
February 2, 2026
Rory Miles my girl!!👏🏻👏🏻 YES!🔥
I’m going to do my best to not give spoilers.
🔥small town romance
🔥contemporary why choose
🔥fmc running from dangerous ex
🔥three brothers
🔥years of longing
🔥twin sandwich
🔥childhood crushes
Our FMC, Callie, is a total freaking BAD*SS! She’s been through a great deal of trauma when it comes to men, but that doesn’t stop her from taking control of her life.
After reaching her breaking point and finally leaving an ab*sive relationship, Callie returns to her home town. She’s met with a mix of acceptance and resistance from people she’s known her whole life. But the people she’s most afraid to run into are the three men who were once her everything. Plot twist: they are all brothers.
Knox, Brax, and Jax do the best they can to hash things out, earn her forgiveness, and show her just how much they truly love her and need her in their lives… permanently.
Her abusive ex showing up full of anger and revenge… another plot twist. Like what?!?
This story is full of so much trauma, suspense, tension, drama, banter, forgiveness, LOVE!
I absolutely loved this book and can’t wait to read more by Rory Miles❤️
I’m going to do my best to not give spoilers.
🔥small town romance
🔥contemporary why choose
🔥fmc running from dangerous ex
🔥three brothers
🔥years of longing
🔥twin sandwich
🔥childhood crushes
Our FMC, Callie, is a total freaking BAD*SS! She’s been through a great deal of trauma when it comes to men, but that doesn’t stop her from taking control of her life.
After reaching her breaking point and finally leaving an ab*sive relationship, Callie returns to her home town. She’s met with a mix of acceptance and resistance from people she’s known her whole life. But the people she’s most afraid to run into are the three men who were once her everything. Plot twist: they are all brothers.
Knox, Brax, and Jax do the best they can to hash things out, earn her forgiveness, and show her just how much they truly love her and need her in their lives… permanently.
Her abusive ex showing up full of anger and revenge… another plot twist. Like what?!?
This story is full of so much trauma, suspense, tension, drama, banter, forgiveness, LOVE!
I absolutely loved this book and can’t wait to read more by Rory Miles❤️
February 2, 2026
Hurricane!
This small town RH romance was the perfect book to dive into and entertain me for an afternoon. This book is told from multi POV and is a standalone with plenty of spicy moments.
Callie is forced back to her small town when her relationship doesn't just turn bad, it turns into a dumpster fire. Her abusive ex stole her art and put his name on it, giving her the motivation to final get away from him.
Broke, defeated, and tired, she knows she'll have to face the brothers that had her running from their hometown. And it doesn't take long before they hear she's back and they can't stay away.
There are so many great things in this book. I loved the relationship between Callie, Knox, Jax, and Brax. Getting glimpses of their past and friendship is really sweet. But I also loved how the brothers connected and how their own insecurities played out in the story. I loved how each character had to work on their issues.
There was a lot of drama and Callie's ex doesn't just go quietly away and neither does Knox's so be prepared. And be ready for the amazing sass that Callie can't help throwing out there. It had me laughing several times.
Great story!
This small town RH romance was the perfect book to dive into and entertain me for an afternoon. This book is told from multi POV and is a standalone with plenty of spicy moments.
Callie is forced back to her small town when her relationship doesn't just turn bad, it turns into a dumpster fire. Her abusive ex stole her art and put his name on it, giving her the motivation to final get away from him.
Broke, defeated, and tired, she knows she'll have to face the brothers that had her running from their hometown. And it doesn't take long before they hear she's back and they can't stay away.
There are so many great things in this book. I loved the relationship between Callie, Knox, Jax, and Brax. Getting glimpses of their past and friendship is really sweet. But I also loved how the brothers connected and how their own insecurities played out in the story. I loved how each character had to work on their issues.
There was a lot of drama and Callie's ex doesn't just go quietly away and neither does Knox's so be prepared. And be ready for the amazing sass that Callie can't help throwing out there. It had me laughing several times.
Great story!
February 3, 2026
I am obsessed with this book! Brax, Jax, and Knox - I love every single one of them. Callie’s strong personality was one of my favorite parts of this story. Each brother had their own unique but connected relationship with Callie. The tension and emotion between all of them kept me pulled in from the beginning.
Brax, Jax, and Knox could command the room with just a single look but when it came to Callie, the amount of tenderness towards her had my entire heart. The level of protectiveness between these men was on another level. They always made sure Callie felt safe and comfortable with them and in general. The filth between all three of them was scorchingly hot - often times making me feel like I was intruding 🥵. Even though they fit together perfectly, I loved their individual personalities as well.
I was so appreciative of Callie as she fought hard to escape a traumatic past and find safety and trust in someone else again. She’s sassy, independent, and the perfect match for all three brothers. The journey to finding and loving herself again was beautiful. All three brothers were an amazing support system to Callie and loved her endlessly.
Brax, Jax, and Knox could command the room with just a single look but when it came to Callie, the amount of tenderness towards her had my entire heart. The level of protectiveness between these men was on another level. They always made sure Callie felt safe and comfortable with them and in general. The filth between all three of them was scorchingly hot - often times making me feel like I was intruding 🥵. Even though they fit together perfectly, I loved their individual personalities as well.
I was so appreciative of Callie as she fought hard to escape a traumatic past and find safety and trust in someone else again. She’s sassy, independent, and the perfect match for all three brothers. The journey to finding and loving herself again was beautiful. All three brothers were an amazing support system to Callie and loved her endlessly.
February 4, 2026
Chasing Callie by Rory Miles completely stole my heart and officially earned a spot as one of my top favorite small-town romance reads. From the first chapter, I was pulled into a town that felt alive, cozy, and full of heart—the kind of place you wish you could visit (or never leave).
Callie is such a relatable, well-written heroine, and her journey feels honest, emotional, and deeply satisfying. The romance is chef’s kiss—slow-burn perfection with undeniable chemistry, swoony moments, and just the right amount of tension to keep the pages flying. The emotional beats hit hard, the banter is charming, and the connection between the characters feels real and earned.
What truly sets this book apart is the warmth. The small-town setting, the side characters, the sense of belonging—it all wraps around you like a comfort read while still delivering plenty of depth and heart-fluttering moments. I laughed, I melted, and I absolutely did not want it to end.
If you love heartfelt romances, lovable characters, and small-town stories that stay with you long after the last page, Chasing Callie is a must-read. Rory Miles has officially landed on my auto-buy list. 💕📖
Callie is such a relatable, well-written heroine, and her journey feels honest, emotional, and deeply satisfying. The romance is chef’s kiss—slow-burn perfection with undeniable chemistry, swoony moments, and just the right amount of tension to keep the pages flying. The emotional beats hit hard, the banter is charming, and the connection between the characters feels real and earned.
What truly sets this book apart is the warmth. The small-town setting, the side characters, the sense of belonging—it all wraps around you like a comfort read while still delivering plenty of depth and heart-fluttering moments. I laughed, I melted, and I absolutely did not want it to end.
If you love heartfelt romances, lovable characters, and small-town stories that stay with you long after the last page, Chasing Callie is a must-read. Rory Miles has officially landed on my auto-buy list. 💕📖
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