This book was published two weeks ago. It has one actual review and no book blurb. I haven't read this author but thought I'd try it. You know how we have read too many bad stories and cautiously approach a new author. Well, I am glad I did. This is a good story. This is a love story about second chances - his to reclaim his role as Harper's father, Sarah to step out of her sad story and reclaim her future. There's 0 'steam'; a few kisses; a 3rd act breakup but only because of a jarring plot twist.
I like a slow burn because it gives time for the characters to become real. This is a very nice story about family. Sarah is a trauma survivor who is working to reclaim what she lost. Connor also has a sad past with a complicated present life including a dead ex-wife and a custody battle. I'm not usually a fan of nanny stories but this one seemed right for their situations. Harper is a delightful 6-year old who brings life to the family.
I do have questions about the author though. All 7 books listed here were published in 2026. Only a couple of the early ones have reviews where readers questioned if they were AI written because the writing was so bad. I've decided if the writing is good, the story is good, I'm not going to question it. If AI can write this good, then we're all screwed. I will read an earlier one to check it out.
I enjoyed a lot of this book. Connor and Sarah's relationship was well developed, and Harper was great.
I took 1 star away (which is completely me and nothing to do with the author). I despise coincidences in books, and I won't give anything away, but it pertains to Gracie. I stay far away from books that mention in the blurb how "I walked into my new job, and the guy I had a one night stand with a week ago is my new boss). It's not authors, they could write how they feel the story should flow. I personally don't think a good story needs a coincidence to make it better.
I took another star away because of the last couple of chapters. In my opinion, that was unnecessary drama that didn't need to happen. Again, just MY opinion.
The writing was good, the characters were well developed, but the two above things are what I don't like in a book. I hope if you're reading this, it doesn't take away your excitement of reading this book.
The way this book has you laughing one minute then crying the next. The way Harper came to life the minute she found Sarah. The way Connor and Sarah silently fell in love with each other. It was honestly just a beautiful story.
The twist in the book-maybe I was just blind to it but I honestly did not see it coming. But in the end when William stands up for what is right was perfect. The separation was a healing period for both of them. Did I think it should have moved faster? Yeah but that was just because I wanted more of them together-selfish.
But honestly, everything about this book was just good. I don’t usually read books unless theres a morally grey character in it with a lot of 🌶️. This book didn’t have those things and did not need it.
So good go read it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Easy short read - I don't know how I came across two books now back-to-back that has a lot of grief and recovery from that - but somehow, I did. I did not care much for the timeline in this book, the timeline didn't make sense to me with the large gaps (especially the time apart) but over all it was an easy read and had enough drama and heartfelt moments to keep me locked in.
I absolutely adored this book, its storyline takes you on a journey through highs and lows. It’s beautifully written with such detail and emotion, I was completely hooked from the very beginning. Overall a great read with a perfect ending
A lovely story of broken pieces finding their truth. The developing love story was never rushed, and the redemption arc was necessary to cement the ending. I’ll read the next book in this series.
3.5 stars This was my first by this author. Good storyline. Interesting characters. Not a lot of steam or x-rated scenes. A very slow burn second chance with two damaged people, each riddled with guilt. And the most adorable little girl.
This book was so good! It made me cry, and laugh, amd all the things! It was a great read overall. And it wasnt very long, so it was impressive to make me feel all those things in such a short amount if pages!
Absolutely loved this book. It pulls you in and you cannot stop reading. Finished this in a day! Must read if you love, single dad, found family, doctor romance.