⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Cupcakes, raccoons, and one very grumpy mountain man
Grumpy Hearted Mountain Man by Kali Hart is chaotic, cozy Valentine’s fun with just the right mix of humor, heat, and heart.
Lila is under pressure from the very first page. Grandma Val’s legendary lavender lemon cupcake recipe is on the line, her brand-new business is hanging by a thread, and the family bake-off stakes are high. Then a raccoon breaks into The Boozy Bakery and gets drunk on her desserts. The visual alone is priceless—and the perfect excuse to bring her face-to-face with the one man she was hoping to avoid.
Sullivan is peak Valentine’s Day grump. Mountain cabin? Check. Anti-romance attitude? Check. Broody landlord energy? Absolutely. The fact that they accidentally hooked up before realizing he’s her landlord adds delicious tension. He tries to keep his distance, but it’s obvious from the start he’s already gone for her.
Their chemistry is sharp and immediate, but what makes the story work is the softness underneath Sullivan’s gruff exterior. He shows up. He helps. He supports her dream—even when he pretends he doesn’t care about anything Valentine-related. Watching him slowly embrace both Lila and the holiday he claims to hate is incredibly satisfying.
The family competition and small-town Daisy Hills vibes add charm, while the raccoon mishap keeps things light and hilarious.
If you love grumpy/sunshine, accidental hookups, small-town bakery drama, and mountain men who fall hard and fast, this one is a Valentine’s treat worth savoring. 🧁💘🏔️.
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