Dare to Stay

by Amber Nicole

Dare to Stay is Book 3 in The Dare Series, following Olivia as she wrestles with doubt, questions her faith, and discovers that sometimes, love is the very thing that leads us back to the truth.

This story is about connection, redemption, and the courage to stay when walking away feels easier.

Dare to Stay brings the trilogy to a tender close, reminding us that even in uncertainty, God’s love always makes a way.

364 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 20, 2026

Reviews

[Lacey Holland · Rating 4.5 out of 5]

Allow me to be the first reviewer of Dare to Stay on Goodreads (like written review...🤣)

First off, what a perfect ending to this amazing trilogy! Dare to Love has been such a journey and I'm so glad I found this series months ago. I was able to relate to each of the girls in this trio in one way or another (though Harper will always be my favorite, truth be told).

Know Olivia from the beginning and seeing how resistant she was to church was a story you saw throughout this trilogy. Going from someone struggling with church hurt to growing in faith based on a challenge from the pulpit.

Forget having a friends group, I need a community like this series.

Also, the wrong number trope was so fun! We can blame (and thank) Micah for everything. From coffee to confusion to eventually a routine, a challenge and multiple dates, this book was so fun to read and see growth from two individuals who both have the need to help others but aren't the best are helping themselves. But we get to see them take it all to God in the end.

Great job, Amber!! Thank you for this wonderful series

[Olha Rudnytska · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was released today and I finished it today, this is how much I love this series❤️Olivia’s journey will always be close to my heart. This is honestly the best Christian romance series I’ve ever read. In November it’s gonna be a year since I got baptised, it’s so special to share it with Olivia’s🤍 I just love how imperfect and real each book of series and their stories are, but aren’t we all. God is good😊 thank you Amber, you’re my favourite author, can’t wait for more of your books and Olivia and Luke’s novella, lots of love❤️

[KB · Rating 5 out of 5]

AMAZING book!!! I absolutely loved Olivia's character in the previous 2 books, but really getting ro know her was wonderful!!! Amazing story on faith, love and letting go of fear!!

[Crystal Nielsen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Y'all. This will be one of my favorite reads this year. 

I was holding back tears towards the end of this beautiful journey back to faith in Christ. Redeeming church hurt. 

An MMC who in some ways reminds me deeply of my husband - which always means I love the book that much more. 

An adorable 10 year old who will steal your heart. 

A grandma who has always been there and brings depth, joy and laughter.

Oh and did I mention how swoony this one is?

Luke & Olivia have a deep, respectful, intentional love story. Please read this one.

Coffee Date

Single Dad
Faith Journey
Strangers to "Just Friends" to Love 
Firefighter MMC
Texting

Thank you Amber for a copy of your book. This is my genuine review.

[Torie’s Book Corner · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked this series!

Olivia was certainly a relatable character. I love how she loosed up with Luke faster than she ever intended. I feel when you meet the right person this often happens! Her coming to realization that she wasn’t following what she taught her clients day in and day out and slowly letting herself become less structured was so sweet to watch.

Luke was so stinking sweet and Bo was the best little addition to the story! I love how dedicated he was to being a father and a firefighter.

The passing of this one just didn’t do it for me. I feel the story was there and was good but it just needs some oomph to it to make it great and memorable. I feel it was a medium burn which I do like but I prefer slow burn. There was also a few statements made in the story that I’d didn’t agree with but that’s a me thing though! Nothing against the author. ♥️

[Clean Book Hoarders · Rating 5 out of 5]

Where do I even begin with this book? It’s literally everything this girl could want in a book-
🩵Firefighter MMC
🩵Single Dad
🩵Autism rep
🩵Redemption ARC
🩵THE FAITH!!!

We follow Olivia who has always had her life planned and knows people are not part of the equation. But when her friends dare her to text a guy and go on a date she ends up sending the message. The problem, she texted the wrong number and messaged Luke- firefighter and single dad rolled into one. When she meets him she wants to throw away the routine, and even give God and His church a second chance. However, will these people hurt her again or will she learn that humans are broken but that she needs them anyway?

This is a six star read!!!

[laurafee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amber! Goodness this was your best work yet. Loved this so much. I cried a lot, from happiness and sweetness or just that I related so deeply.

Again I say, raw and real and relatable. With details! We don’t skimp over things. We are in those uncomfortable thoughts and conversations.

Also once again love the Lord being center! I’ll say it again like my last two reviews, truly a blessing to be able to have faith woven into my enjoyment of a good book.

This was more emotional than faith centered than the other two friends, which we all expected right? It’s Olivia. I loved it. Watching her process and wrestle, and him too! And his sweet family.

Now I want some follow up books about them all being happy 😂🥰🩷

[Anava · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is so cuteeee!!! I’m feeling all the feelings 😎. Olivia and Luke compliment each other so well!!

Also Luke is like the perfect guy, lol. Actually I think I thought that about Gray and Micah sooo…. I guess the story just really pulls me in, lol.

Anyway, Olivia gets dared to text some guy Micah knows and texts the wrong number. She ends up going to coffee with this guy (Luke) instead. They both go to the same church too and like hit off. Luke also has a kid named Bo, he’s the greatest kid. I don’t why that explanation feels so bland — but I promise the book isn’t bland!!

If you love Christian, clean, faith-focused romance you should give this a go — you will not regret it!!

[Words And Lore · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this so much

Oh my goodness. I loved Luke and Olivia but man, Bo was probably my favorite. This is such a beautiful story and such a great end to the series. Nicole's style is different. She has a clear, emotional, staccato sort of style. It meshes so well with the story vibes.
I would not recommend reading this before the rest of the series. (Especially cause Grey and Ivy. I love them so much)

[MoriahJane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ok so yeah this was like the best book I've read all year... like literally amazing!! Luke just became my perfect guy personified haha. This was such a perfect ending to the series. I loved the growth that Amber showed in Olivia and Luke. Also, Bo was legit the cutest kid ever. The reappearance of Ivy and Harper was really awesome as well!! Great job Amber!! Highly recommend :))

[Admiral Reads · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not my favorite of the series. Bo was adorable and I liked the characters. I wish we saw more of Olivia’s faith journey as well as Luke’s- I feel like all he did was show up to church. Also the ending came out of nowhere. I would’ve liked one more chapter

[Bek Ramirez · Rating 4.5 out of 5]

A favorite this year. Amazing end to a series I’ve loved!!!!