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Hooked on You: A Short & Steamy Instalove Romance
He noticed her first… and now he can’t look away.
One summer. One girl. And a fisherman who’s already hooked.
Hooked on You is part of the Lake Mercury Lovers Small town. Hot summer. Zero chance of staying single.
Welcome to Mercury Ridge, where the lake is busy, the nights are hotter, and pizza at Mercury Slice is practically a requirement.
Ace. Joel. Liam. Trent. Forrest.
Five best friends who’ve spent their whole lives here—fishing, working, and minding their own business.
Until this summer.
Because one by one, the right women walk into town… and suddenly, “just one season” turns into something a whole lot harder to walk away from.
Between kayak races, fishing competitions, movie nights on the water, and fireworks that light up more than the sky, Mercury Ridge has a way of bringing people together—and not letting them go.
Five fast, steamy romances. One tight-knit town. And a summer no one’s forgetting.
Each book in the Lake Mercury Lovers series is a short, steamy, low-angst instalove romance featuring a protective hero, a swoony happily ever after, and no cheating or cliffhangers.
One summer. One girl. And a fisherman who’s already hooked.
Hooked on You is part of the Lake Mercury Lovers Small town. Hot summer. Zero chance of staying single.
Welcome to Mercury Ridge, where the lake is busy, the nights are hotter, and pizza at Mercury Slice is practically a requirement.
Ace. Joel. Liam. Trent. Forrest.
Five best friends who’ve spent their whole lives here—fishing, working, and minding their own business.
Until this summer.
Because one by one, the right women walk into town… and suddenly, “just one season” turns into something a whole lot harder to walk away from.
Between kayak races, fishing competitions, movie nights on the water, and fireworks that light up more than the sky, Mercury Ridge has a way of bringing people together—and not letting them go.
Five fast, steamy romances. One tight-knit town. And a summer no one’s forgetting.
Each book in the Lake Mercury Lovers series is a short, steamy, low-angst instalove romance featuring a protective hero, a swoony happily ever after, and no cheating or cliffhangers.
34 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 19, 2026
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May 21, 2026
Changing for Love -
Joel was totally smitten from the moment he laid eyes on Rayna and touching her only confirmed to him that she was his future, but she was a wanderlust, who had plans. However, everything changed after Joel managed to convince Rayna to go on a date with him and it ended with a passionate encounter. Unfortunately Rayna panicked after the encounter, but Joel managed to convince her to give them a chance, which she ultimately did.
Luckily, Rayna realised over time that she no longer wanted to love her life on the road, so she agreed to stay and build a life with Joel, that would make them both happy. This is a feel good novella with fantastic characters and an amazing storyline, tha5 drew me in from the beginning and kept me eagerly turning the pages 7ntil I read the final word. I encourage every avid romance reader to give this heartwarming and swoon-worthy book a chance.
I received a free review copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
Joel was totally smitten from the moment he laid eyes on Rayna and touching her only confirmed to him that she was his future, but she was a wanderlust, who had plans. However, everything changed after Joel managed to convince Rayna to go on a date with him and it ended with a passionate encounter. Unfortunately Rayna panicked after the encounter, but Joel managed to convince her to give them a chance, which she ultimately did.
Luckily, Rayna realised over time that she no longer wanted to love her life on the road, so she agreed to stay and build a life with Joel, that would make them both happy. This is a feel good novella with fantastic characters and an amazing storyline, tha5 drew me in from the beginning and kept me eagerly turning the pages 7ntil I read the final word. I encourage every avid romance reader to give this heartwarming and swoon-worthy book a chance.
I received a free review copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 23, 2026
This is a short, cute, and steamy insta attraction/insta love story that will make you smile and swoon all together.
Rayna is the new girl in town , she is here to help in the cafe for the summer season. A small incident while serving pizza brings her into Joel's arms in a cute and funny way, but this serves as the catalyst to their attraction, and quickly fall. When he offers to show her around, they will get to seal the deal in a steamy and hot way.
Short and steamy and just the perfect size for a quick reading break.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Rayna is the new girl in town , she is here to help in the cafe for the summer season. A small incident while serving pizza brings her into Joel's arms in a cute and funny way, but this serves as the catalyst to their attraction, and quickly fall. When he offers to show her around, they will get to seal the deal in a steamy and hot way.
Short and steamy and just the perfect size for a quick reading break.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 21, 2026
Book 1 of Lake Mercury Lovers. And a wonderful start it is! Look forward to more from this world.
'He noticed her first… and now he can’t look away.
One summer. One girl. And a fisherman who’s already hooked.'
The characters drove the storyline and they were very appealing and likeable and perfectly steamy together. Plot was intriguing and well paced. World building was excellent and solidly drawn. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
'He noticed her first… and now he can’t look away.
One summer. One girl. And a fisherman who’s already hooked.'
The characters drove the storyline and they were very appealing and likeable and perfectly steamy together. Plot was intriguing and well paced. World building was excellent and solidly drawn. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 20, 2026
“Hooked on You” by Pippa Brook
-A cute and funny romance that follows wanderer Rayna and summer visitor Joel, whose accidental dropped pizza order sparks this unexpected love story. I received a free copy and am voluntarily sharing my honest thoughts.
The charming Lake Mercury setting, lovable townspeople, and sweet chemistry made this a fun, sunny read filled with heart and steam.
I enjoyed watching Rayna finally find where she belongs, and the ending.
-A cute and funny romance that follows wanderer Rayna and summer visitor Joel, whose accidental dropped pizza order sparks this unexpected love story. I received a free copy and am voluntarily sharing my honest thoughts.
The charming Lake Mercury setting, lovable townspeople, and sweet chemistry made this a fun, sunny read filled with heart and steam.
I enjoyed watching Rayna finally find where she belongs, and the ending.
May 23, 2026
Joel and Rayna’s story had him seeing her and knowing she the one. When he finally gets a date it goes great. She gets spooked and he talks her into staying. When she thinks about it she decides she wants him more than the open road. A good story for the beginning of this series of 5 friends.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 20, 2026
one Day at a Time
He’s has wanderlust and is here just for the summer. He is settled and she is his one. I love pizza, the people were endearing and funny, the lake is gorge and I loved the ending.
He’s has wanderlust and is here just for the summer. He is settled and she is his one. I love pizza, the people were endearing and funny, the lake is gorge and I loved the ending.
May 20, 2026
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. I liked how a dropped order leads to Joel and Rayna falling in love. She has finally found what she was looking for.
May 22, 2026
Looking for a quick, steamy and romantic escape??? Here you go!!!! Nostalgic, super sweet, instalove delightfulness!!!!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 19, 2026
Wow what a ride, This was a fun sunny read Rayna is wanderer trying to find a place that she belongs, Joel makes her feel safe. Steam and a fun ride. I loved this new series by Pippa Brook!.
May 23, 2026
3.75 stars
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