One Summer Before

by Anya Elizabeth

One night they never talk about. Six weeks they'll never forget.

Last summer, Siena and Nate collided and no one but them knows what really happened. Now, one year later, they have no choice but to work together.

Siena arrives in Paros with her perfect opportunity finally within reach: a marketing role on a luxury villa project. There's just one problem and he's tall, dark and obnoxiously handsome.

Nate is determined to keep his world safe and predictable for his daughter, Rae. As a single dad, he doesn't have room for complications and Siena Blake with her sass and wit, is the biggest one of all.

Forced proximity turns what starts as mutual resistance into something dangerously hot and neither of them can ignore the chemistry that keeps bringing them back together.

310 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 2, 2026

About the author

I write heartfelt, romantic fiction with all the things I love most: slow burns, found family, emotional depth, and a little bit of spice. My romance motto is: flirt first, kiss later.

My debut novel, The Imperfect Plan, released in 2023. My newest novel, Six Summers Apart, is the first in The Summer Hearts Series—a swoony, sun-drenched romance about old friends, missed chances, and unforgettable summers.

When I’m not writing, you’ll probably find me daydreaming about beach picnics, rereading my favourite love stories, or working on a third-act twist in a café somewhere.

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Reviews

[Kelly Rose · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ahh this book was seriously everything! I don’t as speechless and in love and laughed out loud while reading this book! It truly was perfect in every way and oh my lanta the spicy scenes!! Truly 🔥🔥🔥 I loved reading about these two and how sassy and powerful Siena is and how she’s so caring and loving towards Nate’s daughter as if she’s her own! It’s a truly special bond and I love them. The tension these too have jsut makes you so hooked you can’t stop reading because you have to know how it ends! You will not be disappointed!! This book is the perfect spicy enemies to lovers romance book !

[romantixreviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

The summer-romance book you need to read🩵
ᴛʀᴏᴘᴇs:
• enemies to lovers
• single dad
• second chance
• age gap
• forced proximity
• workplace

I just read the cutest romance book and I can’t stop thinking about it. Firstly, thank you to @anyaelizabethauthor & @lovenotes.pr for the ARC! And secondly, congrats on the release of One Summer Before! I’m in love with this series and I’m so excited to see what more you write🩵.

One Summer Before features Sienna, a young woman in her twenties breaking into the marketing world. When she finally receives the job opportunity of her dreams, she’s flown to Greece to start on a luxury villa project. She’s excited and full of hopes for her new role, thinking nothing could go wrong. That is until she sees Nate again, a gentleman who’s not only her new collegue but also the man who she had a summer fling a year before🫢.

The amount of times I was grinning while reading this should honestly be studied, lol. There are so many fun, cute, and spicy moments that made it hard not to, ESPECIALLY if it included our little Rae🥹🩵. Sienna is truly my spirit animal, she loves marketing, she’s spontaneous, and a woman with a stunning backbone. Tempt her and she will bare her claws😏.

I’m so excited for book three! I know Anya loooves to tease so my eyes are open for any sneak peak, hehe✨.

With Summer nearing, this book is one you cannot go without reading!😍

[Chelsie · Rating 5 out of 5]

☀️🌊 GIVE ME A NATE FINCH OR GIVE ME NOTHING 🌊☀️

I just finished and I am officially kicking my feet, giggling, and emotionally booking a one-way ticket to Greece 🇬🇷✈️😭

From the very first page, this book swept me away into the dreamiest, sun-soaked escape. The villa, the coffee, the food, the markets, it all feels so warm and homey, like a breath of fresh air you can disappear into. It’s giving full Mamma Mia energy and I genuinely never wanted to leave ☕️🐚✨

The forced proximity? ELITE. Watching them work together while clearly feeling everything had me grinning nonstop. The tension was TENSIONING and the chemistry?? Playful, electric, and absolutely undeniable 🫦

Now let’s talk about Nate Finch… because SIR. Sleeves rolled, glasses on, wet hair…..he knew EXACTLY what he was doing 🤤The romance in this book is passionate, messy, and full of that delicious tension that builds into the most swoony, heart-racing moments. Think heated arguments, longing you can feel, and declarations that will have you MELTING 😮‍💨🔥

But what truly made this story special for me was the heart behind it all. The friendships are just as beautiful as the romance - loyal, honest, and full of so much love. Rae and Siena’s bond melted me, Cece is the kind of best friend everyone deserves, and Leo?? Elite hype-man energy. You can feel the history, the support, and the way they push each other to be better 🥹

And don’t even get me started on that flashback… Nate, you beautiful idiot 😭 Watching walls come down and seeing them find a sense of “home” in each other was honestly the sweetest, most satisfying journey.

This book is pure sunshine in story form, warm, escapist, steamy, and full of heart. The perfect feel-good, “summer leading to forever” romance that leaves you smiling like an absolute fool 💛

Grab a cold drink, a seashell bracelet, and add this to your summer TBR immediately 🌸✨

Vibe: Sun-kissed, steamy, and pure happiness

[Nadine Sturgill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Second Chance, Tension!

5🌟 2.5🌶

This book has it ALL, the tension the feels and an such a heartful ending!

Siena and Nate are thrown together after the not so great ending from last summer in Nice. We've also got Rae and her loveable shining self. She really is my fave character.

The tension is top tier, as things were never addressed from last summer. Lo and behold, they are almost not addressed as Nate loses it. Even the boss man, Leo, can tell.

Siena and Rae - Rae is enamored with Siena and Siena adores Rae. Siena loves Rae and it pulls at the heartstrings.

Of course this ends as an HEA with so much love, but you gotta read this for the tension breakdown and all the feels.

Thank you LoveNotesPR and Anya Elizabeth. I really enjoyed this read!

[Mia · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was such a quietly addictive read for me. One Summer Before leans into that almost-relationship tension in the best way; two people who almost crossed the line the year before, only to be thrown back together in a completely different context. That lingering “what if” hangs over everything, and it makes every interaction feel charged without needing big dramatic moments.

The dynamic really carried this story. The grumpy single dad trope is done so well here. He’s guarded, a bit emotionally unavailable at first, but never in a way that feels frustrating or overdone. Instead, it’s layered with responsibility, softness, and that underlying vulnerability that slowly starts to show through. And their history gives everything more weight, you can feel that unfinished business simmering beneath the surface.

The summer setting and forced proximity added that cosy, slightly escapist vibe, but what stood out most was how easy it was to get invested. It’s not overly dramatic, but it sneaks up on you emotionally, especially as their walls start to come down.

Overall, this was a solid 4-star read for me—comforting, romantic, and full of that aching second-chance energy that just hits every time.

[Cass · Rating 5 out of 5]

Review of Advance Copy received from Author

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I absolutely loved this book! The writing was so incredibly well done and descriptive I felt like I was in Greece enjoying a summer while actually commuting to work in a cold train.

If second chance romance and workplace dynamics are your thing, you are going to fall head over heels for this story. The chemistry between the characters was undeniable, the slow burn, the push and pull was fun and frustrating (in the best way) at the same time. Dual POV allowed me to really get to know both characters. Overall I’m very satisfied with this read!

[Asha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another gorgeous love story from Anya! I absolutely loved following Siena and Nate’s journey. They’re such a sweet couple, and the enemies-to-lovers dynamic was done so well. Rae completely stole my heart; she’s such a little ray of sunshine. Her bond with “Senna” is incredibly heartwarming and easily one of the cutest relationships in the book.

If you’re looking for the perfect spring or summer romance, or just a light, feel-good escape, this is definitely one to pick up!

[Asya · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book had me hooked from the very beginning with some of my favorite tropes: single dad, forced proximity, and enemies to lovers. It already felt like the perfect combination, and somehow it still exceeded my expectations.

Anya’s writing style is so vivid and immersive. The way she describes scenes makes it incredibly easy to picture everything, almost like you are right there with the characters. There’s so much attention to detail that it creates this warm, cozy atmosphere throughout the story. I’ve never been to Paros, but the descriptions were so beautiful that I could imagine it all so clearly.

As the story unfolds, what really stood out to me was the soft, domestic vibe woven into everything. The little everyday moments, the comfort, the feeling of “home” in such a beautiful setting… it all felt so warm and real. And the matching seashell bracelets? So cute, I genuinely couldn’t handle it.

Then you get to the characters, and that’s where this book truly shines. Nate is honestly one of the best fictional dads I’ve read about. The love he has for Rae feels so genuine and pure, and the way he interacts with her is just adorable. Rae completely stole my heart. It was impossible not to love her.

I also really appreciated the relationship between Siena and Talia. Their bond feels real, supportive, and refreshing. I loved how they genuinely care for each other, worry about each other, and always show up for one another.

And can we talk about the cats? I loved how many there were. It honestly made me wish I could be there in Paros surrounded by them.

As Nate and Siena are pushed together, the tension starts building, and it was everything. The flirting, the teasing… it was actually killing me in the best way. And a jealous Nate? Yes please. Add the glasses and the stubble, and I was completely sold.

Age gap tropes aren’t usually my thing, but here it was done perfectly. It felt natural, balanced, and added to the emotional depth instead of taking away from it.

I also loved seeing Cece and Theo again and how they were basically their biggest shippers. It made everything feel even more fun and connected.

But what really made this book stand out is how much it made me feel. One moment I was laughing, completely caught up in the light, playful moments, and the next I was heartbroken.

“Nate Finch would always close the door. And I… I don’t know how many times I could pretend it didn’t hurt.” That line genuinely broke my heart.

“For once in my life, maybe a man could meet me halfway.” Okay… who hurt my girl?

Even the tension between them builds into scenes that had me blushing. “Would you stop being such a gentleman? Take what you want. And. Fuck. Me!” You tell him, girl. And everything that came after that… yeah, I was not okay.

And honestly, some moments had me so frustrated I wanted to strangle Nate because he can be so infuriating at times. But that’s what made it feel real.

And the ending… I loved it so much.

“Be with me. Be with Rae. Be with us.”

Rae calling Siena “mummy” and finding out she’s going to be a big sister… I genuinely couldn’t have wished for a better ending.

You know a book is good when it makes you feel everything, and this one definitely did that for me. It was cozy, emotional, and completely addictive, with characters that stay with you long after you finish.

Also… can we please get a story for Talia or Leo?

[Breath_to_read · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 💫💫💫💫💫

I just don't know how but this story made a home in my heart ❤️ There are so many special moments that I can't choose any single one. 🥹🎀
Review:
This story was one of the most spicy 🔥 (beyond my imagination) yet it was reallyyy raw and emotional.

We have our FMC "Siena" who is smart, free spirited, strong, Independent & badass women I have ever seen. She knows what she wants & she knows how to make that happen ✨ She don't request, she rules & she don't ask, she gets. Still beyond everything she is the most kind, pure & emotional person I have seen.
On the other hand we have our MMC " Nate" who is single dad who is calm, composed, control freak, possesive & protective person. But his heart just melts around his daughter. Despite his busy schedule he makes sure that his daughter "Rae" gets all the love, attention & care in the world ✨🤗🥰
& Lastly we have The most cute & prettiest girl in the world our Rea. Who carries stars with her, her giggles & laughter makes the whole world more bright 🎀😭 throught this entire story I just wanted to hug her tightly 🥹🥰

One summer before it's story about Seina & Nate who had one secret moment which they don't talk about... That moment changed everything before a year but after ignoring each other for one year destiny has brought them together in Greece for work. You will see arguments, fights, flirting, misunderstanding, romance ( lot of it) & finallyyyyy a happy ending ���💫 There is so much back & forth that at one point I was reading book without blinking to make sure I am not missing anything but yeahhh it was greatttt ❤️
Throughout the story I was on roller coaster ride of emotions I laughed, I was blushing, giggling, hold my breath,cried & finallyyyyy felt that happiness in my heart 💜

If you are someone who lovesss Enemies to lovers, Force Proximity, Second chance with lot of spice you should definitely read this book 📚

[Emily Knaus · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story swept me to the sun‑bleached cliffs of Paros, and I loved every minute of Siena and Nate’s tangled, tender, maddening journey.

Siena and Nate meet during a week in Nice. Siena’s best friend Cece is dating Nate’s brother Theo. On the trip she spends time with Nate and his daughter. Nate’s a grumpy, guarded single dad to the sweetest little girl, Rae. Siena is a warm, steady presence who fits into their world far too easily for Nate’s liking. Their chemistry is slow‑burn perfection: soft glances, shared moments, and that quiet emotional pull that builds until you feel it in your chest.

But they part on a sour note, and honestly… Nate doesn’t always handle things well. His assumptions about Siena and the way he speaks to her at times frustrated me. He’s clearly protecting old wounds, but it still stings.

A year later, fate throws them together again, this time on Paros, working a job for Leo, Nate’s best friend. The tension is immediate. The feelings never died. As they work together you can feel the emotions bubbling. Nate’s daughter Rae is so excited to see Siena again, she was truly missing her after Nice. Her bond with Siena is absolutely adorable; she’s the heart of this book for me. I loved seeing Nate open up and admire the bond that Siena had with his daughter. Siena loves Rae like her own and that made Nate fall even harder for her.

The slow burn in the second half is delicious: longing, miscommunication, emotional push‑pull, and Nate trying (sometimes failing) to get out of his own way. His grovel at the end is necessary and satisfying, even if I wanted him to get there sooner.

As a lover of single dad romances, this one hit the spot. There’s loads of tension and the spice is utterly perfect. One Summer Before delivers a heartfelt, sun‑soaked love story with just enough ache to make you feel it without it being too painful.

A huge thank you to Anya Elizabeth & The Heart Strings Press for the early copy!

[Sabína · Rating 5 out of 5]

Príležitosť, ktorá sa naskytne snáď len raz za život. Presne to sa prihodilo mladej Siene Blake, ktorá dostala možnosť pracovať ako marketingová špecialistka pri výstavbe luxusných víl na gréckom ostrove Paros. Čo však nečakala bolo opätovné stretnutie so šesťročnou Rae a jej otcom Nateom Finchom. Presne s tým Nateom, ktorého pred rokom vášnivo bozkávala v jeho kuchyni. Budú vo svojom vzťahu-nevzťahu pokračovať tam, kde prestali alebo ich pracovné nezhody vrazia medzi nich kôl?

Toto bolo tak príjemné, oddychové čítanie! Do prostredia gréckeho Parosu sa okamžite zamilujete – normálne mám sto chutí si tam teraz booknuť letenky a ubytko, obzvlášť, keď je dnes vonku tak otrasne. 😄
Hlavné aj vedľajšie postavy si hneď obľúbite. Sú napísané jednoducho, bez zbytočných komplikácií, no s dôrazom na ich citovú hĺbku. Chémie medzi hlavnými postavami by som prijala viac, no ich vývoj bol naozaj pekný a celkom dobre spracovaný. V knihe nájdete banter aj spice, preto nepochybujem, že vás táto sladká romantika bude baviť.

Jediné, čo by som vytkla je fakt, že autorka uvádza ako jeden z trópov enemies to lovers. A táto kniha okolo toho ani nešla. Celé enemies to lovers je vlastne len nezhoda v pracovných názoroch. Niečo typu „učiteľ výtvarnej si myslí, že jeho predmet je dôležitejší než hudobná“. Iné výhrady nemám, ja som bola s touto knihou vcelku spokojná a až na toto splnila moje očakávania. 🥹

Kniha vychádza už 2. 4. 2026!❗️Ak sa chcete naladiť na leto, určite si knihu zadovážte čo najskôr. A ak ju budete čítať priamo v Grécku, pošlite fotky a dajte vedieť, ako sa vám kniha páči. 😁

[Kylie Weigh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful. Invigorating. Heartwarming.

The heat of the sun doesn't compare to how dreamy and hot this summer story is! This story is tension, hot, sunny and heart swelling magic that truly makes you want to drop everything and runaway to a sunny Greek island.

Siena and Nate unknowingly take on a job together but their past comes back full force and the ache of the sting haunts them as they try to balance the line of professionalism and romance. Despite the constant jabs, remarks and constantly getting on each other's nerves, they share one thing - the love they feel for Rae, Nate's daughter. This slow burn is set to high heat as they are given much needed time and space to figure out what they are and how it can work while also trying to figure out how to get past the past. Nate is scared and closed off while Siena is ready to run full speed into the arms of the man her heart is beating for but she's not going to beg, or make herself smaller. She knows her worth and while her heart breaks each time they take steps backwards, she still hasn't given up yet. The only people blind to their glaringly obvious attraction is themselves and it's chaotically adorable.
One last time to get it right or he may possibly lose the love of his life and Rae's for good and this time Nate doesn't know how deep her love goes for him until it slaps him in the face. Will the love they have for each other conquer this complicated dynamic or will it be lost to the winds of the island?

[Ashlie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I picked up the first book in the series before starting this one, and I’m so glad I did. While this could stand alone, the first book adds just enough depth to the storyline and their initial encounter to make the experience even better.

I really enjoyed how Nate was portrayed. As a parent, his perspective felt incredibly relatable—the hesitation of letting someone into your child’s world, the fear that can sometimes come out as anger, and the overwhelming emotions that can surface louder than intended. That need for stability and control within the chaos of parenthood was portrayed so well.

Siena was a thoughtful and grounded FMC. While she has her own life and priorities, she approaches the idea of a “ready-made family” with a level of honesty and awareness that felt refreshing. Her empathy stood out, but so did her boundaries. She trusts herself, makes intentional decisions, and thinks things through in a way that made her character feel strong and realistic.

Overall, this was an enjoyable and emotionally grounded read with characters that felt genuine and easy to connect with.

[After The Last Page · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC Review ❤

5 hearts ❤❤❤❤❤

oh what a book I read.... it's packed up with everything that a romance reader can ask for.... slow burn, enemies to lovers, age gap, child involvement.... oh my! I loved this book from the beginning till the last page and it stays with me even after the last page. the raw emotions, the funniest parts, the emotional parts, oh I feel everything.... you can imagine clearly everything while you are reading this story

I loved the bond between Siena and Rae and it tugged my heart 💕 and slow burn at the beginning between Nate and Siena is undeniable and the spice 😽😽😽 #TeNa

Anya has a special way of writing and making the story come alive. I admire how she showed Siena strong, professionally and personally and Nate being a considerable gentleman, lovable dad. And don't make me start with Rae, I loved her and she is the top loved character for me and I adored her part whenever she is in the book.

I'm very thankful that I was given an ARC to explore this cutest story before hand 😍

[DrawnByBooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

📝 Review:

✨ One night they never talk about. One summer they can’t escape each other. A single dad, a sunshine island, and chemistry that refuses to stay buried. 🌊☀️

✨ What I loved:
✔️ Single dad Nate Finch — the way he loves and protects Rae made him such a swoon-worthy hero. Their father-daughter moments were adorable.
✔️ The Paros setting — the villas, markets, sea breeze, and cozy island vibe made the story feel like a dreamy summer escape.
✔️ Rae & Siena’s bond — their relationship was heart-melting and added such a soft, domestic warmth to the story.

💭 What I wished for:
👉🏻 Nate’s emotional walls sometimes felt a little too stubborn, and I wanted him to open up sooner.
👉🏻 I would’ve loved a bit more time exploring their relationship after the big emotional moments near the end.

📚 If you’re craving:
💣 single dad romance
🏝️ dreamy Greek island setting
🔥 forced proximity + enemies to lovers tension
💞 found family vibes
💬 witty banter with emotional depth
…this book should definitely be on your TBR.

Plot – ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Characters – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Setting – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cover Design – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Writing – ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Enjoyed – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[Bibliophile Foodie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Set against the dreamy backdrops of Paris in Greece, the story felt like pure escapism. Having visited Paros and other parts of Greece myself last year, I could picture the sunlit streets, the sea views, and the vibrant energy so vividly while reading, it made the whole experience even more immersive.

The romance was full of tension and longing, with that perfect mix of playful banter and emotional depth. I loved how Siena was written, confident, fiery, and unapologetically herself. Her dynamic with Nate had me hooked, especially in those moments where their chemistry was undeniable but complicated by circumstance.

The supporting characters added warmth and humour, making the story feel layered and real. It wasn’t just about love, it was about connection, trust, and finding a sense of home in unexpected places.

The writing was descriptive without being heavy, and the pacing kept me engaged throughout.

[Maria · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC Review: One Summer Before by Anya Elizabeth
Okay, I’m still screaming over this one! 😱 I just finished an early copy of One Summer Before and Anya Elizabeth absolutely crushed it.
The FMC is everything. 👑 I’m so obsessed with how sure of herself she is. There’s nothing better than a character who actually speaks her mind and doesn't play games.
The Niles memory. 🔥🔥🔥 If you know, you know. If you don’t... just be prepared. That scene was actually out of this world.
The Spice? 🌶️ 4/5. Perfectly written, high tension, and just chef’s kiss.
The Ending. 🥹 It was literally perfect. I closed the book feeling so satisfied—no notes!
If you love a confident lead and top-tier chemistry, you need to get this on your TBR immediately.
Thanks to the author for the ARC! All thoughts are my own.

[Kris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nate and Siena

* Forced proximity
* Enemies-to-more
* Second chance
* Workplace romance
* Single dad
* Age gap

So much tension, back and forth and drama.
There were times, I didn’t think they were going to get there….

I had moments where my heart was so overloaded with their cuteness and sweetness. Then, the steam…. Nate is like the OG dad(dy). He’s dominant, a little dirty and can be very sweet. Yet, his fears keep getting in the way and Siena doesn’t know where she stands.

But what I loved the most in this???
The Rae and Siena dynamic. They were gorgeous and I was so happy to see this sweet little girl find her new mummy….

Thanks Anya for the opportunity to read this. Such a delight.

[Tiffani Rutledge · Rating 5 out of 5]

✨ 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 ✨

𝘐 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘴𝘰 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘢 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴!! 𝘪𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘰 𝘧*𝘤𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥. 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘚𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘢 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦. 𝘐 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘚𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘢 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘭.

𝘐 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 (𝘐 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘨𝘰 𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦.) 𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘚𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘢’𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘦’𝘴 𝘥𝘢𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘦𝘳, 𝘙𝘢𝘦 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭. 𝘙𝘢𝘦 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘦𝘯𝘢𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘩𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘦𝘭𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘢𝘮𝘦.

𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘚𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘢 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘭𝘺 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘤𝘩. 𝘚𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘢 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘥 𝘩𝘪𝘮 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘩𝘦 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘦𝘥.

𝘐𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘢 𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘭𝘦 𝘥𝘢𝘥, 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦, 𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘨𝘢𝘱 𝘳𝘰𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦, 𝘪 𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘦, 𝘰𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘪𝘵’𝘴 𝘰𝘶𝘵, 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘵 𝘪𝘵! ✨

[leah · Rating 5 out of 5]

omg this book was EVERYTHING 😭

this book had me hooked from page one. i absolutely ate it up.

the vibes from this book were immaculate. sun, warmth, coffee, food, the sea, cats, love, happiness. I’M OBSESSED. it was just perfect in every way. i just want to get back on a plane to greece now ✈️🇬🇷🌞

i absolutely loved the journey between siena and nate. the tension and the spice between them was just 🔥

siena and rae’s relationship was so special. how siena cared and treat her just made my heart melt.

the end of this book made me so happy. really made me smile to myself when i was reading the epilogue.

this book has been added into my 2026 favourite reads.

[Micheala · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an amazing book.

The yearning, the romance, the character and world building was just amazing.

This book reminded me of when I just started reading in my teens. I just wanted to read about love and romance all the things we use to see in movies. Boy meets girl, they fall in love, but the plot twist here is that he has a daughter... And its not just about them its about them finding each other as a family.

Beautifully written, and I could picture myself in Greece, the same way Sienna was walking and exploring the Villa's and how beautiful the flowers were that Rae picked and planted.

Thank you Anya... and best of luck on your release.

[Sarah Reapz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my god this has my emotions all over, I laughed, giggled then some tears not sure if it was from laughter or sadness haha.
I really loved this single dad, enemies to lovers and forced proximity book.
Sienna is feisty, loud, very bossy, is really loving plus loved to break Nates control a lot of the time ❤️
Nate is hard working, closed off and really loves his daughter more than anything.
Really loved the whole book and the spicy scenes were well worth it, hot damn. need to cool off a little.

[🐾Padfoot · Rating 4 out of 5]

Advanced Reader Copy Review

Anya created a super immersive story. Set in Paros Greece I felt like I was right there with Siena and Nate. For me I found Nate to be the most relatable with his control freak ways and the need to always be in control to protect yourself. Though I would give anything to be Siena in life confident in who she is and what she wants out of life. This Second Chance Romance was so heart warming with its various twists and turns and showcases the difficulties of finding love and letting it into your life after having been hurt the first time.

[Andrea Britton · Rating 5 out of 5]

loved!

Ohh I really enjoyed this story. I couldn’t wait for these three and what a wonderful story we got.

Nate and Sienna had a night together once. And then everything changed. Now each of them are at a new site together and Nate has brought Rae with him. These two have such a push and pull. The tension between them is very strong. But Nate always has wants to play it safe. But inevitably the tension breaks and a love like no other is born.

So entertaining, emotional at times and these three become such a sweet and amazing little family.

Highly recommended.

[Michaela · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think single dad tropes, when done right are my favourite..and this was definitely done right. I loved nate and Siena, loved their inability to stay away from eachother and the heat and spice when they finally gave in. the bond between sienna and Rae was beautiful to watch grow throughout the book. absoutly loved and would definitely recommend, a perfect summer read. I cannot wait to read the other books in the series and see where their stories go! fantastic read!

[Amber Fleming · Rating 4 out of 5]

Anya’s writing in this book is so so beautiful and descriptive. I was in awe of the words and how they flowed off the page! I’m a big lover of Cece and Theo so I was glad they were in this book too. Age gap tropes aren’t normally my go to but in this book it is done so well! If second chance and workplace romances are your thing you will love love love this book! So excited to see what comes next in this series ❤️

[Jasmine · Rating 5 out of 5]

It pulled me in so easily and just kept me there the whole time.

The tension is honestly what makes it. It’s that back and forth, slightly frustrating, can’t-ignore-it kind of chemistry that keeps building and makes you want to keep reading just to see when it finally breaks.

The overall vibe is fun, a little emotional, and super addictive. It has those moments that make you smile while still keeping that underlying tension strong enough to keep you hooked.

I flew through this

[Cherry · Rating 5 out of 5]

LOVED!!
first of all iam so happy to have been selected for an arc of this story, it was incredible from start to finish.
the romance was done so right, the story was absolutely perfect!!
oh and, single dads forever

[Riley McMurray · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thoroughly enjoyed this read!!! Absolutely ate up Siena and Nate's story. The setting was so beautiful....really made me want to book a flight to Greece! Highly recommend this read if you're looking for a fun summer romance. You won't be disappointed!

[Hilary Litz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was so excited to read this and Anya did not disappoint!!! Nate and Siena are perfection. I loved every part of their story.