Sweet On The Finish

by J. Nickole, Kat May (Editor)

290 pages, Paperback

Published March 3, 2026

Reviews

[Kayla]

This book was so cute! I absolutely loved it!! Took place in my home state too!! I absolutely loved the FMC! She’s definitely a baddie. There is spice in this book too. It has small town romance vibes to it!

[bookshelfreader_31]

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 Rating
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ 4/5 Spice
🥵🔥Hot / Heavy
🌞🌩️ Grumpy / Sunshine
🚜🏙️ Country boy / city girl

Sweet On The Finish by J. Nickole is a sensual and intoxicating read that stirs up a deep desire for love, romance, and connection. It is a story of newfound love amidst tragedy. It brings together a sophisticated woman and a rustic country man whose grumpy nature somehow only makes him more attractive. What makes the story so compelling is watching two complete opposites come together, realizing how good they are as a couple.

Once I started reading, I kept wanting to know what would happen next. It pulls you in not only by desire, but by the hope that love might truly heal something broken. It leaves you wrapped up in so many emotions, bringing a love that feels tender, longing, and consuming all at the same time. However, beneath the sensual pull is the overwhelming desire and pain - the vulnerability and a deep need to be understood. The author takes great care in making sure you feel the rawness of love while also experiencing the overwhelming comfort of being truly loved, which I hope we all have experienced at one point in our lives.

As the story unfolds through trials, deep wounds, and sudden shock, you can't help but wonder if this love will last or just become another thing of the past. Can they help heal one another, or will life's hardships be too much to carry? The chemistry, tenderness, and emotional depth between them make this story feel heartfelt, romantic, and deeply unforgettable. This book was an unforgettable experience - one with an amazing storyline.

Yearning for the next one.

[Hannah M Burrow]

3.5⭐️
I was lucky to be given the chance to review Sweet on the Finish, of my own accord, through being offered an eARC.

I had hoped for a longer build towards the main character’s attraction, but I do enjoy a good forced proximity or a one bed trope.
This book is full of emotion, tension and just the right amount of drama.
An enjoyable read.

[Caitlin]

This book has a sweet premise with a surprising amount of spice. Not at all in a bad way. The spice wasn’t over the top or cheesy and there was actual plot to go along with it. I love the winery setting and a forced proximity/one bed trope. It gave me spicy hallmark vibes (I love spice and hallmark ;) )

I don’t love Insta-love so much, and would’ve liked the enemy portion of the enemies to lovers develop a little more. I think without that tension it was hard to understand why the characters had so much back and forth about how they felt about each other. More background on the exes would’ve added to that too I think. I also didn’t fully understand what her job was, but that may be more of a me issue with not understanding the business.

I was lucky enough to receive an advance copy of this book and am giving an honest review.

[Lauren Scottx]

Sweet On The Finish by J. Nickole is a heartfelt contemporary romance that delivers exactly what its title promises, a journey that's as emotionally satisfying as it is romantic. The story balances chemistry, personal growth, and genuine emotion in a way that keeps the pages turning.

One of the book's greatest strengths is its characters. They feel authentic, with believable flaws, dreams, and insecurities that make their relationship develop naturally rather than feeling rushed. Their dialogue is engaging, and the emotional tension between them creates plenty of memorable moments.

J. Nickole writes with warmth and sincerity, making it easy to become invested in both the romance and the individual journeys of the characters. The pacing allows the relationship to grow organically, and the quieter moments are just as impactful as the more dramatic ones.

[TaylorYourShelf]

Book review! !! Debut novel alert!!

🥃🥃🥃 and 🌶️🌶️: keep in mind the star review is based off of MY interests!

Congrats to J. Nickole on your debut novel!

The bones to Sweet on the Finish are so strong! I wish there was a little more to the beginning of the story. The story jumped right in with little build up. The chemistry between Avery and Logan is where I wish there was a little more meat.

I absolutely love the Kentucky based story and helping his family business aspect. The family details for Logan make the story. Also you can’t go wrong with wine!

There seems to be some small editing oversight. Paragraphs that are repeated a couple times.

I would categorize this book as young adult to new adult. The steamy scenes are what brings it to new adult.

Tropes:
🏘️ Small town
😅 Forced proximity
🛏️ One bed
☀️ Grumpy x sunshine
📆 Workplace romance

I am voluntarily leaving this review and all thoughts are my own!

[Samuel Andrew]

Sweet On The Finish by J. Nickole was such a charming and enjoyable romance. Avery and Logan had fantastic chemistry from the start, and I loved the tension between their very different personalities. The vineyard setting added so much atmosphere, and the emotional stakes kept me invested in their story. I found myself rooting for them the entire time and was smiling by the end.

[Elizabeth Carby]

Sweet on the Finish by J. Nickole is a heartfelt, character-driven romance about growth, healing, and second chances. With strong emotional depth and a tender, evolving connection between the leads, it delivers a sincere and engaging love story that draws readers in.

[Dana Claire]

Sweet On The Finish is a beautifully written romance that captured my heart from the very beginning. J. Nickole has crafted a story filled with emotion, chemistry, and characters who feel incredibly real and relatable.