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There's Something Cooking with Leith Morgans
He’s got billions. She’s got bills. Together, they’re cooking up feelings neither one has ordered.
Julia Reyes is a surgical nurse because nursing pays the bills.
Mostly. Sort of.
Enough to keep her family back in the Philippines afloat if she skips sleep, works three other side hustles, and ignores the fact that her real dream involves a kitchen, not a medication trolley. With debts she didn’t create, shifts she can’t afford to miss, and a past that taught her safety is never guaranteed, Julia’s life has room for exactly zero romantic complications—especially not a billionaire who looks like he comes with terms and conditions.
Leith Morgans is a billionaire hotel CEO who built a very expensive personality around the idea that wanting people is a terrible business model. He’s spent a decade turning the grief of losing the woman he loved to cancer into something luxury hotels, free hospital accommodations, and a legacy built on the promise that no one should have to die alone.
But when his family’s company starts circling everything he’s built, Leith has no time for anything soft, terrifyingly human, or incredibly delicious—especially not a nurse who enters his orbit with sticky rice, brown eyes, and the audacity to make him want things.
Soft things.
Domestic things.
Second-serving things.
Leith has a strict no-love clause.
Julia has a non-negotiable family-first policy.
But between late-night meals, food-truck adventures, meddling friends, family obligations, corporate sabotage, and one billionaire who keeps emotionally malfunctioning in a certain nurse’s kitchen, something starts cooking.
Good thing the best things are usually off-menu.Perfect for readers who
• Billionaire romance
• Slow burn with a spicy payoff
• Consent king hero
• Love after loss
• Food as a love language
• Healing from grief
• Trauma recovery & PTSD representation
• Breast cancer representation
• Meddling friends and found family
• Filipina heroine & multicultural romance
A spicy, emotional contemporary billionaire romance about grief, healing, family, food, and finding love when you’ve convinced yourself you’ll never want it again.
Julia Reyes is a surgical nurse because nursing pays the bills.
Mostly. Sort of.
Enough to keep her family back in the Philippines afloat if she skips sleep, works three other side hustles, and ignores the fact that her real dream involves a kitchen, not a medication trolley. With debts she didn’t create, shifts she can’t afford to miss, and a past that taught her safety is never guaranteed, Julia’s life has room for exactly zero romantic complications—especially not a billionaire who looks like he comes with terms and conditions.
Leith Morgans is a billionaire hotel CEO who built a very expensive personality around the idea that wanting people is a terrible business model. He’s spent a decade turning the grief of losing the woman he loved to cancer into something luxury hotels, free hospital accommodations, and a legacy built on the promise that no one should have to die alone.
But when his family’s company starts circling everything he’s built, Leith has no time for anything soft, terrifyingly human, or incredibly delicious—especially not a nurse who enters his orbit with sticky rice, brown eyes, and the audacity to make him want things.
Soft things.
Domestic things.
Second-serving things.
Leith has a strict no-love clause.
Julia has a non-negotiable family-first policy.
But between late-night meals, food-truck adventures, meddling friends, family obligations, corporate sabotage, and one billionaire who keeps emotionally malfunctioning in a certain nurse’s kitchen, something starts cooking.
Good thing the best things are usually off-menu.Perfect for readers who
• Billionaire romance
• Slow burn with a spicy payoff
• Consent king hero
• Love after loss
• Food as a love language
• Healing from grief
• Trauma recovery & PTSD representation
• Breast cancer representation
• Meddling friends and found family
• Filipina heroine & multicultural romance
A spicy, emotional contemporary billionaire romance about grief, healing, family, food, and finding love when you’ve convinced yourself you’ll never want it again.
514 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 6, 2026
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Thank you to The Paperback Realm and the author for the ARC copy
This was such a surprise for me. I applied for an ARC of this book without knowing what to expect, and I ended up loving it so much more than I expected.
Leith was such a sweetheart. I loved seeing him slowly let go of his grief and resentment and finally let Julia into his life. The theme of grief was particularly strong in his storyline, and it was explored beautifully. It showed just how difficult it can be to let go and how easily we can end up feeling guilty for allowing ourselves to experience happiness after losing a loved one. I love how he integrated himself into Julia's culture and never shamed her for her financial situation. Their relationship was so wholesome and healthy throughout. It was such a joy to see.
When it comes to Julia, my heart broke for her. She worked in a career she didn't particularly enjoy, just so she could afford to pay her family's bills. I hated her brother and the way he treated both her and the rest of their family. The more I learned about her backstory, the angrier I became. Seeing how often people took advantage of her kindness was incredibly frustrating, especially when it came to the doctor who tried to take advantage of her. Knowing that she had nobody to turn to at the time made that whole situation that much harder to read.
The found family was so cute and made me want to pick up the first book as well. I loved Leith and Jordie's friendship so much. As for Leith and Julia's brothers, they can respectfully rot in hell because those two managed to enrage me beyond words.
The writing style was incredibly captivating and easy to get into. The characters had such different and fully fledged personalities that were so easy to distinguish. Sadie is now definitely an author I will keep reading from.
This was such a surprise for me. I applied for an ARC of this book without knowing what to expect, and I ended up loving it so much more than I expected.
Leith was such a sweetheart. I loved seeing him slowly let go of his grief and resentment and finally let Julia into his life. The theme of grief was particularly strong in his storyline, and it was explored beautifully. It showed just how difficult it can be to let go and how easily we can end up feeling guilty for allowing ourselves to experience happiness after losing a loved one. I love how he integrated himself into Julia's culture and never shamed her for her financial situation. Their relationship was so wholesome and healthy throughout. It was such a joy to see.
When it comes to Julia, my heart broke for her. She worked in a career she didn't particularly enjoy, just so she could afford to pay her family's bills. I hated her brother and the way he treated both her and the rest of their family. The more I learned about her backstory, the angrier I became. Seeing how often people took advantage of her kindness was incredibly frustrating, especially when it came to the doctor who tried to take advantage of her. Knowing that she had nobody to turn to at the time made that whole situation that much harder to read.
The found family was so cute and made me want to pick up the first book as well. I loved Leith and Jordie's friendship so much. As for Leith and Julia's brothers, they can respectfully rot in hell because those two managed to enrage me beyond words.
The writing style was incredibly captivating and easy to get into. The characters had such different and fully fledged personalities that were so easy to distinguish. Sadie is now definitely an author I will keep reading from.
November 9, 2026
🍳 A Billionaire With a Broken Heart, a Nurse With a Dream, and a Love Story That Serves Up ALL the Feelings! 🥹❤️
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 Stars | 🌶️🌶️ 2 Chili Peppers
A BILLIONAIRE HOTEL CEO WHO HAS SWORN OFF LOVE, A HARDWORKING NURSE WHO PUTS EVERYONE BEFORE HERSELF, AND A WHOLE LOT OF DELICIOUS FOOD?! 🍳❤️ OH MY GOODNESS!! Sadie Cruz really knows how to serve up a romance that makes you laugh, swoon, and reach for the tissues!!
There's Something Cooking With Leith Morgans was such a beautiful combination of love, grief, healing, family, and finding happiness when you least expect it!
Julia Reyes is a hardworking surgical nurse who spends practically every waking moment taking care of everyone else. Between exhausting shifts, side hustles, and financially supporting her family in the Philippines, she's barely keeping her head above water. And the heartbreaking part? Her real dream isn't nursing.
IT'S COOKING!! 🍚❤️
Julia is strong, compassionate, and fiercely independent, but my goodness, this woman deserves someone who wants to take care of HER for a change!
Enter Leith Morgans!
A billionaire hotel CEO who has spent years protecting his heart after losing the woman he loved to cancer.
AND LEITH?! OH, THIS MAN!! 🥹❤️
What I loved most about Leith was his patience, tenderness, and the way he respected Julia's independence. He never made her feel less than because of her financial struggles or tried to take control of her life. Instead, he showed up, supported her dreams, embraced her culture, and made room for her in his world.
A BILLIONAIRE WHO GETS FLUSTERED, RAMBLES WHEN HE'S NERVOUS, AND ABSOLUTELY ADORES HER COOKING?! YES, PLEASE!! 😂❤️
Their late-night food adventures, playful banter, and quiet moments together were some of my favorite parts of their relationship!
But underneath all those sweet moments is an incredibly emotional story.
Leith's grief over losing Melissa was handled with so much care. I appreciated that finding love with Julia didn't mean forgetting the woman he'd lost. His journey was about understanding that allowing himself to be happy again wasn't a betrayal of his past.
AND THAT?! ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!! 🥹💔
Julia's past was equally heartbreaking. Watching her navigate difficult family obligations and slowly learn that she deserved love, respect, and happiness of her own made me root for her even harder.
And can we talk about some of these family members?! PABLO AND LARK!! GOOD GRIEF!! 😤😂
Thankfully, the wonderful found-family moments helped balance all that frustration! I especially loved reconnecting with Jordie and Callum, and seeing Leith's friendship with Jordie added another layer of warmth to the story. ❤️
FIVE STARS!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This was such a heartfelt, funny, and beautifully emotional romance! I loved the Filipino cultural representation, the delicious food, the chemistry, and especially how Leith and Julia supported each other without trying to change who they were.
SOMETIMES THE MOST BEAUTIFUL KIND OF LOVE IS FINDING SOMEONE WHO MAKES YOU FEEL SAFE ENOUGH TO FINALLY PUT YOURSELF FIRST!! 🥹❤️
Sadie Cruz delivered another wonderful story, and I can't wait for more!
Thank you to Sadie Cruz and Booksprout for the gifted advanced reader copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 Stars | 🌶️🌶️ 2 Chili Peppers
A BILLIONAIRE HOTEL CEO WHO HAS SWORN OFF LOVE, A HARDWORKING NURSE WHO PUTS EVERYONE BEFORE HERSELF, AND A WHOLE LOT OF DELICIOUS FOOD?! 🍳❤️ OH MY GOODNESS!! Sadie Cruz really knows how to serve up a romance that makes you laugh, swoon, and reach for the tissues!!
There's Something Cooking With Leith Morgans was such a beautiful combination of love, grief, healing, family, and finding happiness when you least expect it!
Julia Reyes is a hardworking surgical nurse who spends practically every waking moment taking care of everyone else. Between exhausting shifts, side hustles, and financially supporting her family in the Philippines, she's barely keeping her head above water. And the heartbreaking part? Her real dream isn't nursing.
IT'S COOKING!! 🍚❤️
Julia is strong, compassionate, and fiercely independent, but my goodness, this woman deserves someone who wants to take care of HER for a change!
Enter Leith Morgans!
A billionaire hotel CEO who has spent years protecting his heart after losing the woman he loved to cancer.
AND LEITH?! OH, THIS MAN!! 🥹❤️
What I loved most about Leith was his patience, tenderness, and the way he respected Julia's independence. He never made her feel less than because of her financial struggles or tried to take control of her life. Instead, he showed up, supported her dreams, embraced her culture, and made room for her in his world.
A BILLIONAIRE WHO GETS FLUSTERED, RAMBLES WHEN HE'S NERVOUS, AND ABSOLUTELY ADORES HER COOKING?! YES, PLEASE!! 😂❤️
Their late-night food adventures, playful banter, and quiet moments together were some of my favorite parts of their relationship!
But underneath all those sweet moments is an incredibly emotional story.
Leith's grief over losing Melissa was handled with so much care. I appreciated that finding love with Julia didn't mean forgetting the woman he'd lost. His journey was about understanding that allowing himself to be happy again wasn't a betrayal of his past.
AND THAT?! ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!! 🥹💔
Julia's past was equally heartbreaking. Watching her navigate difficult family obligations and slowly learn that she deserved love, respect, and happiness of her own made me root for her even harder.
And can we talk about some of these family members?! PABLO AND LARK!! GOOD GRIEF!! 😤😂
Thankfully, the wonderful found-family moments helped balance all that frustration! I especially loved reconnecting with Jordie and Callum, and seeing Leith's friendship with Jordie added another layer of warmth to the story. ❤️
FIVE STARS!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This was such a heartfelt, funny, and beautifully emotional romance! I loved the Filipino cultural representation, the delicious food, the chemistry, and especially how Leith and Julia supported each other without trying to change who they were.
SOMETIMES THE MOST BEAUTIFUL KIND OF LOVE IS FINDING SOMEONE WHO MAKES YOU FEEL SAFE ENOUGH TO FINALLY PUT YOURSELF FIRST!! 🥹❤️
Sadie Cruz delivered another wonderful story, and I can't wait for more!
Thank you to Sadie Cruz and Booksprout for the gifted advanced reader copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Author
An Absolute Masterpiece of Romance, Depth, and Resilience
Sadie Cruz has done it again! There’s Something Cooking with Leith Morgans is the kind of book that makes you laugh, swoon and appreciate the deeper story unfolding beneath the romance.
One thing I love about Sadie’s writing is how she takes real-life struggles and weaves them into a romance so naturally. She tackles difficult topics like grief, healing and family responsibilities without making the story feel preachy or overwhelming. Instead, she balances these themes with humor, romance and plenty of swoon-worthy moments.
Julia Reyes was especially close to my heart. As a Filipina nurse coming from a family of nurses, I connected with so much of her story. Her sense of responsibility, family-first mentality and habit of putting everyone else's needs before her own felt incredibly familiar. There were moments when I could see myself and the people I grew up with in her experiences. The representation of Filipino families felt genuine and I appreciated seeing these realities portrayed so thoughtfully.
And then there's Leith Morgans. A literal billionaire entering Julia's already stressful life? YES, PLEASE!
Their late-night food truck adventures bring a fun rom-com element to the story, but Leith has a story of his own. His experience with grief, particularly losing someone to cancer, also struck a chord with me. It shows that grief doesn't simply disappear and that learning to live with loss is its own journey.
But let's talk about Leith as a love interest. This man is devoted, supportive and knows how to show up for Julia without taking away her independence. He gives her the kind of love and support she deserves and honestly, I just wish I had found a Leith of my own. 🥹 And the romance and spice? Sadie knows exactly what she's doing!
What makes this book stand out is its balance of heartfelt storytelling, relatable experiences, laugh-out-loud moments and a romance that makes you kick your feet. It's a beautiful reminder that even people who are used to taking care of everyone else deserve someone who takes care of them, too.
Clear your schedule for November 6th because this is one you won't want to miss!
Sadie Cruz has done it again! There’s Something Cooking with Leith Morgans is the kind of book that makes you laugh, swoon and appreciate the deeper story unfolding beneath the romance.
One thing I love about Sadie’s writing is how she takes real-life struggles and weaves them into a romance so naturally. She tackles difficult topics like grief, healing and family responsibilities without making the story feel preachy or overwhelming. Instead, she balances these themes with humor, romance and plenty of swoon-worthy moments.
Julia Reyes was especially close to my heart. As a Filipina nurse coming from a family of nurses, I connected with so much of her story. Her sense of responsibility, family-first mentality and habit of putting everyone else's needs before her own felt incredibly familiar. There were moments when I could see myself and the people I grew up with in her experiences. The representation of Filipino families felt genuine and I appreciated seeing these realities portrayed so thoughtfully.
And then there's Leith Morgans. A literal billionaire entering Julia's already stressful life? YES, PLEASE!
Their late-night food truck adventures bring a fun rom-com element to the story, but Leith has a story of his own. His experience with grief, particularly losing someone to cancer, also struck a chord with me. It shows that grief doesn't simply disappear and that learning to live with loss is its own journey.
But let's talk about Leith as a love interest. This man is devoted, supportive and knows how to show up for Julia without taking away her independence. He gives her the kind of love and support she deserves and honestly, I just wish I had found a Leith of my own. 🥹 And the romance and spice? Sadie knows exactly what she's doing!
What makes this book stand out is its balance of heartfelt storytelling, relatable experiences, laugh-out-loud moments and a romance that makes you kick your feet. It's a beautiful reminder that even people who are used to taking care of everyone else deserve someone who takes care of them, too.
Clear your schedule for November 6th because this is one you won't want to miss!
November 6, 2026
There's something cooking with Leith Morgans by Sadie Cruz is an incredible book. After reading the first book by the author and loving it, I had high expectations from this and it totally exceeded my expectations. The plot, narration, setting, characters, representation of sensitive topics were written in an excellent manner. I want to say this book carries a lot of emotions and the way the story unfolds is mesmerizing. I just couldn't stop turning pages of it and it kept me totally involved in it.
The chemistry between the main leads, Leith and Julia was terrific. There was longing, yearning and those little moments which can make one smile. At times, it was emotional to read their backstory, the way they both healed each other through their thoughtful gestures and found love was truly heart touching. The character of Julia was brave, caring and carried a lot of responsibilities which made me sympathize with her a lot. Leith was an amazing companion to her and I loved how he helped her get through many difficult situations. Those little moments between them where Julia cooked for him and the way their relationship developed gradually made my heart happy. The Climax of this book was entertaining and it kept me at edge...loved that a lot!!
The emotional part of the story which made me cry was the backstory of Leith and it truly broke my heart. The character of Melissa left a long lasting impression in my heart. Leith did an amazing job to honor her memory and the representation of breast cancer through her character was executed in an excellent manner. The parallel timelines and the Leith's relationship with both the women was unique in it's own way.
I loved reading about Jordie and Callum in this book, and the bond between Jordie and Leith was heartwarming to read. I loved them a lot here. It was amazing to read about Filipino culture and food. I would highly recommend everyone to read both the books by the author, I enjoyed both the stories and I had great experience reading them.
Thank you Sadie Cruz, varus publishing and booksprout for the ARC!!
The chemistry between the main leads, Leith and Julia was terrific. There was longing, yearning and those little moments which can make one smile. At times, it was emotional to read their backstory, the way they both healed each other through their thoughtful gestures and found love was truly heart touching. The character of Julia was brave, caring and carried a lot of responsibilities which made me sympathize with her a lot. Leith was an amazing companion to her and I loved how he helped her get through many difficult situations. Those little moments between them where Julia cooked for him and the way their relationship developed gradually made my heart happy. The Climax of this book was entertaining and it kept me at edge...loved that a lot!!
The emotional part of the story which made me cry was the backstory of Leith and it truly broke my heart. The character of Melissa left a long lasting impression in my heart. Leith did an amazing job to honor her memory and the representation of breast cancer through her character was executed in an excellent manner. The parallel timelines and the Leith's relationship with both the women was unique in it's own way.
I loved reading about Jordie and Callum in this book, and the bond between Jordie and Leith was heartwarming to read. I loved them a lot here. It was amazing to read about Filipino culture and food. I would highly recommend everyone to read both the books by the author, I enjoyed both the stories and I had great experience reading them.
Thank you Sadie Cruz, varus publishing and booksprout for the ARC!!
Review of advance copy
Review of ARC received from the Author
First of all thank you Sadie Cruz and Team for providing me with an ARC opportunity AND for surprising me with this cozy comfort read.
Okay, I did not expect to be this charmed. This is a "he falls first, she confesses first" romance, and it's pure comfort from start to finish.
Leith is a disaster in an expensive suit (even though he's really not), and that's exactly why he works. Rambles when he's nervous, and openly delighted by the food she makes. The swoony moments hit hard. Add the grand gestures, a classic chase, and I was gone.
The excuse to get his secret girlfriend alone? Way too smooth, Leith Morgans. The intimate scenes were good, though for me they weren't the main event. Mostly I came for the emotional connection, and the realisation and confession delivered that.
It wasn't flawless. Leith's taste in certain choices made me side-eye hard. And who names their kid Leithon with that middle name, what does it even mean?! There's also at least one character who deserves a "worst person" award, and the twist near the end made me gasp and grin.
The QR code for the playlist, though? Brilliant. Love it.
P. S. I hate Julia's family, your uncles or aunts or their kids or your older brother is not your burden to bear. This goes for every girl out their who thinks that they are, especially if your perfect family thinks it's ok to ask you to work hard to pay for their expenses.
Conclusion:-
If you want a cozy, funny, food-filled, feel-good romance with a flustered hero and a satisfying payoff, grab this one.
First of all thank you Sadie Cruz and Team for providing me with an ARC opportunity AND for surprising me with this cozy comfort read.
Okay, I did not expect to be this charmed. This is a "he falls first, she confesses first" romance, and it's pure comfort from start to finish.
Leith is a disaster in an expensive suit (even though he's really not), and that's exactly why he works. Rambles when he's nervous, and openly delighted by the food she makes. The swoony moments hit hard. Add the grand gestures, a classic chase, and I was gone.
The excuse to get his secret girlfriend alone? Way too smooth, Leith Morgans. The intimate scenes were good, though for me they weren't the main event. Mostly I came for the emotional connection, and the realisation and confession delivered that.
It wasn't flawless. Leith's taste in certain choices made me side-eye hard. And who names their kid Leithon with that middle name, what does it even mean?! There's also at least one character who deserves a "worst person" award, and the twist near the end made me gasp and grin.
The QR code for the playlist, though? Brilliant. Love it.
P. S. I hate Julia's family, your uncles or aunts or their kids or your older brother is not your burden to bear. This goes for every girl out their who thinks that they are, especially if your perfect family thinks it's ok to ask you to work hard to pay for their expenses.
Conclusion:-
If you want a cozy, funny, food-filled, feel-good romance with a flustered hero and a satisfying payoff, grab this one.
November 5, 2026
another absolutely beautiful, heartfelt by sadie cruz. this story is about love, family, grief, & finding your way forward.
it was so nice getting reconnected with jordie & callum, i love them so much! julia & her little sarcastic comments had me laughing. i found her so relatable with all the overthinking, over explaining, & just feeling like you need to handle everything on your own.
the flashbacks? oh my poor heart. seeing the love shared between leith & mel was so beautiful, but knowing what the rest of their journey held, made it all the more heartbreaking. i bawled so much!
leith is so patient, understanding, & considerate of julia. it was so sweet to see. i absolutely loved watching these two grow their connection & fall in love. the banter, the late night food discoveries, the way leith just seemed to fit right into julia’s life… ugh, loved every second! they’re story is just so freakin’ beautiful, i couldn’t get enough!
this was just as good as the first book. honestly, if you asked me to pick a fav between the two, i don’t think i could. they’re both such beautiful stories, with different journeys but ALL the feels. seriously, sadie, girl… the emotional ride you put me through! 😭🥹 you really know how to pull & yank at my heartstrings, that’s for damn sure.
thank you so much to @sadiecruz_author for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.🤍
𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞:
♡ billionaire x nurse
♡ he falls first
♡ grief x healing
♡ consent king
♡ slow burn
♡ dual pov
♡ dual timeline
⚠️ 𝘊𝘞: 𝘴𝘦𝘹𝘶𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘶𝘭𝘵, 𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘪𝘴𝘮, 𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 & 𝘢𝘥𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘤𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘳, 𝘨𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘧, 𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘢 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯𝘦.
it was so nice getting reconnected with jordie & callum, i love them so much! julia & her little sarcastic comments had me laughing. i found her so relatable with all the overthinking, over explaining, & just feeling like you need to handle everything on your own.
the flashbacks? oh my poor heart. seeing the love shared between leith & mel was so beautiful, but knowing what the rest of their journey held, made it all the more heartbreaking. i bawled so much!
leith is so patient, understanding, & considerate of julia. it was so sweet to see. i absolutely loved watching these two grow their connection & fall in love. the banter, the late night food discoveries, the way leith just seemed to fit right into julia’s life… ugh, loved every second! they’re story is just so freakin’ beautiful, i couldn’t get enough!
this was just as good as the first book. honestly, if you asked me to pick a fav between the two, i don’t think i could. they’re both such beautiful stories, with different journeys but ALL the feels. seriously, sadie, girl… the emotional ride you put me through! 😭🥹 you really know how to pull & yank at my heartstrings, that’s for damn sure.
thank you so much to @sadiecruz_author for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.🤍
𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞:
♡ billionaire x nurse
♡ he falls first
♡ grief x healing
♡ consent king
♡ slow burn
♡ dual pov
♡ dual timeline
⚠️ 𝘊𝘞: 𝘴𝘦𝘹𝘶𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘶𝘭𝘵, 𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘪𝘴𝘮, 𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 & 𝘢𝘥𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘤𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘳, 𝘨𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘧, 𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘢 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯𝘦.
November 6, 2026
“There’s Something Cooking with Leith Morgans” is a romance novel about Leith and Julia, two people with their own pasts burdens and things holding them down.
Sadie Cruz was kind enough to offer me an ARC and I was absolutely thrilled to receive it.
It’s a beautiful story about two people who simply fit into each other’s worlds without trying to change anything about the other. I loved how they never tried to fix things for each other, never overstepped and still managed to be each other’s rock because isn’t that one of the first things you want from a partner? the support to just be, to exist, to have a little bubble where nothing else matters, to have a safe space! 🌸
The novel touches on some sensitive topics including breast cancer, IVF and assault and handles them with the care they deserve. They are presented as real things that happen to real people, as experiences that leave traces on the people who live through them. It also deals with loss in the most beautiful way: by letting go without necessarily letting go entirely. 🫠
For me, this book was mostly about second chances. Leith got one (maybe two if I’m being honest and I’m still a little salty about that 😂), Julia got one and even some of the other characters seemed to get a few but there was something so lovely about that immediate thought of oh, they get to start over.
All in all, I loved it. It had been a while since I’d read a rom com and I’m so glad I picked this one to reintroduce me to the genre!
A lovely reminder that sometimes love isn’t about changing someone’s world; it’s about making room for yourself in it! ♥️
Also, i am so going to read about jordie now that i am in love with her. 🤓
Sadie Cruz was kind enough to offer me an ARC and I was absolutely thrilled to receive it.
It’s a beautiful story about two people who simply fit into each other’s worlds without trying to change anything about the other. I loved how they never tried to fix things for each other, never overstepped and still managed to be each other’s rock because isn’t that one of the first things you want from a partner? the support to just be, to exist, to have a little bubble where nothing else matters, to have a safe space! 🌸
The novel touches on some sensitive topics including breast cancer, IVF and assault and handles them with the care they deserve. They are presented as real things that happen to real people, as experiences that leave traces on the people who live through them. It also deals with loss in the most beautiful way: by letting go without necessarily letting go entirely. 🫠
For me, this book was mostly about second chances. Leith got one (maybe two if I’m being honest and I’m still a little salty about that 😂), Julia got one and even some of the other characters seemed to get a few but there was something so lovely about that immediate thought of oh, they get to start over.
All in all, I loved it. It had been a while since I’d read a rom com and I’m so glad I picked this one to reintroduce me to the genre!
A lovely reminder that sometimes love isn’t about changing someone’s world; it’s about making room for yourself in it! ♥️
Also, i am so going to read about jordie now that i am in love with her. 🤓
November 7, 2026
My review of this book, from start to finish I loved every bit of it. After each chapter, I wanted to know more. I cried, laughed, got angry and embarrassed... It was so emotional, and I enjoyed this book so so much.
The way it connects different cultures and shows their different sides is enriching; it’s my favourite type of book trope. As an Asian myself, I could feel so close to Julia and relate to her. I felt her in every chapter; I felt her happiness and sadness as if they were my own. Leith is my favourite. I love a patient man; he knows how and where to set boundaries and respects them. My heart hurt for him, and I was extremely emotional while reading this book. Spicy scenes were sooo good not too much and not too little. 10/10
Mel is my love; she's an angel who guided Leith even after her death when he was feeling lost. Her death had a huge impact on me because I lost an aunt to cancer, and another aunt survived it and few other family members I lost. This book really highlighted the health concerns and how devastating it can be for families, emotionally and economically.
It also showed how technology in the wrong hands can take your rights away. Leith truly is a remarkable man. I love Jordie and Callum, and I can't wait to read the first book. They're truly blessings in both Julia and Leith's lives!!!
My blood pressure was high every time Pablo and Lark appeared. I was ready to jump inside the book and teach them a few lessons!! The Worst Brothers Award goes to them. I’m not surprised, because these types of people do exist irl.
Last but not least, the real MVPs are Richard and Helen!! Love them so much.
The way it connects different cultures and shows their different sides is enriching; it’s my favourite type of book trope. As an Asian myself, I could feel so close to Julia and relate to her. I felt her in every chapter; I felt her happiness and sadness as if they were my own. Leith is my favourite. I love a patient man; he knows how and where to set boundaries and respects them. My heart hurt for him, and I was extremely emotional while reading this book. Spicy scenes were sooo good not too much and not too little. 10/10
Mel is my love; she's an angel who guided Leith even after her death when he was feeling lost. Her death had a huge impact on me because I lost an aunt to cancer, and another aunt survived it and few other family members I lost. This book really highlighted the health concerns and how devastating it can be for families, emotionally and economically.
It also showed how technology in the wrong hands can take your rights away. Leith truly is a remarkable man. I love Jordie and Callum, and I can't wait to read the first book. They're truly blessings in both Julia and Leith's lives!!!
My blood pressure was high every time Pablo and Lark appeared. I was ready to jump inside the book and teach them a few lessons!! The Worst Brothers Award goes to them. I’m not surprised, because these types of people do exist irl.
Last but not least, the real MVPs are Richard and Helen!! Love them so much.
November 7, 2026
𝑹𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒆𝒘 𝒐𝒇 𝑨𝒅𝒗𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓 𝑪𝒐𝒑𝒚. 𝑨𝒍𝒍 𝒐𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒎𝒚 𝒐𝒘𝒏.
I was pleasantly surprised by this book. I ended up enjoying it a lot more than I thought I would.
I was worried Leith would be, well, a jerk. In the beginning (I'm looking at you prologue...) he just seems to rude and grumpy. Boy was I so, so wrong. He was an absolute sweetheart! It does take him a while to warm up to things. The guys is going through some grief so it's understandable. Once he finally lets go and opens up his heart, the love he gives Julia is just so beautiful.
And sweet Julia. The poor girl has been through so much. She is the rock of the family (not by choice) and is 100% the type of person that puts her family above herself. She literally gives everything for her no good, rotten brother who deserved a much worse ending than what he got. Not like unaliving or anything. I'm not a monster. Plus he has a family. But I feel like he really didn't learn his lesson. He owes his ENTIRE life to Julia and he better not EVER forget that.
Leith's brother on the other hand? Yeah he can go jump off a cliff and then rot in the deepest, darkest parts of hell. What he dose to his own brother is disgusting. I hope I never have to read about him ever again.
I really need to go back and read book 1. Sadie does an amazing job of putting so much emotion and depth into her writing. There were times when I found myself smiling and even a time when I started yelling (at Lark) and scared my husband haha
If you decide to pick this book up, and I really hope you do, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
Happy Reading 🌻
I was pleasantly surprised by this book. I ended up enjoying it a lot more than I thought I would.
I was worried Leith would be, well, a jerk. In the beginning (I'm looking at you prologue...) he just seems to rude and grumpy. Boy was I so, so wrong. He was an absolute sweetheart! It does take him a while to warm up to things. The guys is going through some grief so it's understandable. Once he finally lets go and opens up his heart, the love he gives Julia is just so beautiful.
And sweet Julia. The poor girl has been through so much. She is the rock of the family (not by choice) and is 100% the type of person that puts her family above herself. She literally gives everything for her no good, rotten brother who deserved a much worse ending than what he got. Not like unaliving or anything. I'm not a monster. Plus he has a family. But I feel like he really didn't learn his lesson. He owes his ENTIRE life to Julia and he better not EVER forget that.
Leith's brother on the other hand? Yeah he can go jump off a cliff and then rot in the deepest, darkest parts of hell. What he dose to his own brother is disgusting. I hope I never have to read about him ever again.
I really need to go back and read book 1. Sadie does an amazing job of putting so much emotion and depth into her writing. There were times when I found myself smiling and even a time when I started yelling (at Lark) and scared my husband haha
If you decide to pick this book up, and I really hope you do, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
Happy Reading 🌻
November 7, 2026
Review of ARC received from the Author
First of all thank you Sadie Cruz and Team for providing me with an ARC opportunity AND for surprising me with this cozy comfort read.
Okay, I did not expect to be this charmed. This is a "he falls first, she confesses first" romance, and it's pure comfort from start to finish.
Leith is a disaster in an expensive suit (even though he's really not), and that's exactly why he works. Rambles when he's nervous, and openly delighted by the food she makes. The swoony moments hit hard. Add the grand gestures, a classic chase, and I was gone.
The excuse to get his secret girlfriend alone? Way too smooth, Leith Morgans. The intimate scenes were good, though for me they weren't the main event. Mostly I came for the emotional connection, and the realisation and confession delivered that.
It wasn't flawless. Leith's taste in certain choices made me side-eye hard. And who names their kid Leithon with that middle name, what does it even mean?! There's also at least one character who deserves a "worst person" award, and the twist near the end made me gasp and grin.
The QR code for the playlist, though? Brilliant. Love it.
P. S. I hate Julia's family, your uncles or aunts or their kids or your older brother is not your burden to bear. This goes for every girl out their who thinks that they are, especially if your perfect family thinks it's ok to ask you to work hard to pay for their expenses.
Conclusion:-
If you want a cozy, funny, food-filled, feel-good romance with a flustered hero and a satisfying payoff, grab this one.
First of all thank you Sadie Cruz and Team for providing me with an ARC opportunity AND for surprising me with this cozy comfort read.
Okay, I did not expect to be this charmed. This is a "he falls first, she confesses first" romance, and it's pure comfort from start to finish.
Leith is a disaster in an expensive suit (even though he's really not), and that's exactly why he works. Rambles when he's nervous, and openly delighted by the food she makes. The swoony moments hit hard. Add the grand gestures, a classic chase, and I was gone.
The excuse to get his secret girlfriend alone? Way too smooth, Leith Morgans. The intimate scenes were good, though for me they weren't the main event. Mostly I came for the emotional connection, and the realisation and confession delivered that.
It wasn't flawless. Leith's taste in certain choices made me side-eye hard. And who names their kid Leithon with that middle name, what does it even mean?! There's also at least one character who deserves a "worst person" award, and the twist near the end made me gasp and grin.
The QR code for the playlist, though? Brilliant. Love it.
P. S. I hate Julia's family, your uncles or aunts or their kids or your older brother is not your burden to bear. This goes for every girl out their who thinks that they are, especially if your perfect family thinks it's ok to ask you to work hard to pay for their expenses.
Conclusion:-
If you want a cozy, funny, food-filled, feel-good romance with a flustered hero and a satisfying payoff, grab this one.
Review of advance copy
This book gave me K-drama and Filipino drama vibes, and I absolutely loved it! 🥹❤️
I found this story so relatable, especially as someone who is half Filipino. I'm also a nurse, and thankfully I don't carry the same responsibilities as Julia, but growing up, I saw my mum and her siblings work so hard to support not only their immediate families but also their family back home. It made the story feel so real to me, and I could recognise so much of that family dynamic.
Julia is an absolute sweetheart who loves and cares for everyone, often putting others before herself. Honestly, Surface Pressure from Encanto is her song! 😂 You just want her to catch a break and have someone look after her for once.
And don't even get me started on her brother! 😡 His actions made me SO frustrated, especially because that kind of family dynamic can feel all too familiar. I really hope he learns from it.
I'm so glad Julia found someone like Leith. The romance between them was so cute, and I loved seeing him take some of that pressure off her shoulders and love her in the way she so freely loves everyone else. I was rooting for these two! ❤️ Plus, we love a story with foodies! 😂 The side characters were also such a lovely addition.
Overall, this was such a heartfelt and relatable read. I loved the family dynamics, the romance, and the way the story explores the weight of family responsibilities and the importance of being cared for, too.
Definitely recommend this one! 🥹❤️
I found this story so relatable, especially as someone who is half Filipino. I'm also a nurse, and thankfully I don't carry the same responsibilities as Julia, but growing up, I saw my mum and her siblings work so hard to support not only their immediate families but also their family back home. It made the story feel so real to me, and I could recognise so much of that family dynamic.
Julia is an absolute sweetheart who loves and cares for everyone, often putting others before herself. Honestly, Surface Pressure from Encanto is her song! 😂 You just want her to catch a break and have someone look after her for once.
And don't even get me started on her brother! 😡 His actions made me SO frustrated, especially because that kind of family dynamic can feel all too familiar. I really hope he learns from it.
I'm so glad Julia found someone like Leith. The romance between them was so cute, and I loved seeing him take some of that pressure off her shoulders and love her in the way she so freely loves everyone else. I was rooting for these two! ❤️ Plus, we love a story with foodies! 😂 The side characters were also such a lovely addition.
Overall, this was such a heartfelt and relatable read. I loved the family dynamics, the romance, and the way the story explores the weight of family responsibilities and the importance of being cared for, too.
Definitely recommend this one! 🥹❤️
November 11, 2026
ARC REVIEW — THERE'S SOMETHING COOKING WITH LEITH MORGAN
I finished this book and I just sat there for a while, staring at my wall. Like, how do you go back to normal life after Leith and Julia?
This is not just a billionaire romance. Not at all.
Leith looks like he has it all figured out. Big hotels, big money, big name. But inside, he's just a man who is still stuck on the day he lost someone he loved. He doesn't know how to grieve, so he just works. And works. And shuts everyone out.
Then there's Julia. She is the complete opposite of his world. She works night shifts, she skips sleep, she sends money home, she cooks when she is tired, she smiles when she is breaking. She has learnt to survive alone because no one ever stayed long enough to help her carry things.
What I loved most is that their love doesn't happen in big dramatic scenes. It happens in small moments. In food. In someone remembering how you like your rice. In someone sitting with you in silence after a long shift. In someone asking, "did you eat?" — and actually caring about the answer.
Leith doesn't fix Julia. Julia doesn't fix Leith. They just make space for each other to breathe. To be tired. To be sad. To be loved without having to earn it every single time.
This book made me cry in places I didn't expect. It made me hungry too, honestly. The way food is written here — it's not just food, it's care, it's home, it's "I see you."
Thank you, paperback realm for this opportunity.
I finished this book and I just sat there for a while, staring at my wall. Like, how do you go back to normal life after Leith and Julia?
This is not just a billionaire romance. Not at all.
Leith looks like he has it all figured out. Big hotels, big money, big name. But inside, he's just a man who is still stuck on the day he lost someone he loved. He doesn't know how to grieve, so he just works. And works. And shuts everyone out.
Then there's Julia. She is the complete opposite of his world. She works night shifts, she skips sleep, she sends money home, she cooks when she is tired, she smiles when she is breaking. She has learnt to survive alone because no one ever stayed long enough to help her carry things.
What I loved most is that their love doesn't happen in big dramatic scenes. It happens in small moments. In food. In someone remembering how you like your rice. In someone sitting with you in silence after a long shift. In someone asking, "did you eat?" — and actually caring about the answer.
Leith doesn't fix Julia. Julia doesn't fix Leith. They just make space for each other to breathe. To be tired. To be sad. To be loved without having to earn it every single time.
This book made me cry in places I didn't expect. It made me hungry too, honestly. The way food is written here — it's not just food, it's care, it's home, it's "I see you."
Thank you, paperback realm for this opportunity.
November 6, 2026
This book is so much more than a love story and Sadie touches on some
sensitive subjects involving breast cancer, Endometriosis, IVF, Sexual Assualt,
and I think Sadie wrote about these topics with the care and the respect
they needed.
We follow Leith Morgan the Billionaire who gives out all the green flags in
boyfriend material. He's been having thoughts of Julia since he had some of
Sticky Rice!! Julia is overworked, over stretched and works at the same place
as Leith's Bestfriend Jordie who invites Julia to her place for Dinner. Neither
know that both Julia and Leith are going to be there at the same time and
they just hit it off.
Throughout the story we get to understand how hiim and his EX met up to
the point she gets Breast cancer which was a bit of an emotional read
Some really cute moments in this book with Julia taking Leith to all the back
street fast food places and Leith dressing up in the most ridiculous tops
when he's around her aunt but it just add the romance building up between
the two.
Theres a bit of drama involving Leiths brother which adds to the tension on
if Julia and Leith get their happy ending but overall this is not your typical
Billionaire/Pauper kind of book this has so much hidden depth and highly
recommend you reading this book. .
Currently on pre order but the book comes out on November 6th
sensitive subjects involving breast cancer, Endometriosis, IVF, Sexual Assualt,
and I think Sadie wrote about these topics with the care and the respect
they needed.
We follow Leith Morgan the Billionaire who gives out all the green flags in
boyfriend material. He's been having thoughts of Julia since he had some of
Sticky Rice!! Julia is overworked, over stretched and works at the same place
as Leith's Bestfriend Jordie who invites Julia to her place for Dinner. Neither
know that both Julia and Leith are going to be there at the same time and
they just hit it off.
Throughout the story we get to understand how hiim and his EX met up to
the point she gets Breast cancer which was a bit of an emotional read
Some really cute moments in this book with Julia taking Leith to all the back
street fast food places and Leith dressing up in the most ridiculous tops
when he's around her aunt but it just add the romance building up between
the two.
Theres a bit of drama involving Leiths brother which adds to the tension on
if Julia and Leith get their happy ending but overall this is not your typical
Billionaire/Pauper kind of book this has so much hidden depth and highly
recommend you reading this book. .
Currently on pre order but the book comes out on November 6th
November 6, 2026
I absolutely loved this book! ❤️
Was it long? Yes, but I honestly think the length allowed for such a beautifully developed story. The dual POV gives a deeper understanding of both characters, their struggles, and their emotional growth.
As a nurse and someone from an immigrant family, I connected with Julia’s experiences. I appreciated how the author portrayed the realities of nursing, the pressures of financially supporting family, and the difficulty of setting boundaries.
The romance was everything! From the slow burn to the heartbreak and reconciliation, I was completely invested. I especially loved Leith’s journey through grief and learning to love again. Despite his wealth, he respected the FMC’s independence and supported her without trying to control her life.
My only criticism was that some of the spicy scenes felt excessive as the story progressed. While I enjoyed the romance and intimacy, I felt a few scenes could have been reduced.
Overall, this was an emotional, heartfelt story about love, grief, family obligations, and learning to put yourself first. Both characters experienced meaningful growth, and the ending left me completely satisfied!
Thank you to the author for providing an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
Was it long? Yes, but I honestly think the length allowed for such a beautifully developed story. The dual POV gives a deeper understanding of both characters, their struggles, and their emotional growth.
As a nurse and someone from an immigrant family, I connected with Julia’s experiences. I appreciated how the author portrayed the realities of nursing, the pressures of financially supporting family, and the difficulty of setting boundaries.
The romance was everything! From the slow burn to the heartbreak and reconciliation, I was completely invested. I especially loved Leith’s journey through grief and learning to love again. Despite his wealth, he respected the FMC’s independence and supported her without trying to control her life.
My only criticism was that some of the spicy scenes felt excessive as the story progressed. While I enjoyed the romance and intimacy, I felt a few scenes could have been reduced.
Overall, this was an emotional, heartfelt story about love, grief, family obligations, and learning to put yourself first. Both characters experienced meaningful growth, and the ending left me completely satisfied!
Thank you to the author for providing an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
November 6, 2026
Author Sadie Cruz writes with the finesse of a seasoned author, meticulously crafting stories filled with complex, beautifully human characters who feel incredibly real. Even better than a teleserye, Leith (a billionaire) and Julia (a nurse) navigate the complexities of their vastly different worlds, somehow finding a way to make their puzzle pieces fit beautifully together.
The dual POV, flashbacks, healthcare references and chronic illnesses, and the incredible bond within Leith and Julia’s friend group were just a few of the things that drew me in. Seriously, if there’s a rock-solid friend group with a foundation like theirs, I want to be part of it!
Through grief, healing, and bonding over the BEST food in the most unexpected places (because we all know hole-in-the-wall restaurants have the best food 😉), Leith and Julia find something beautiful in one another.
Interestingly, this is the second book in the duology, and I haven’t even read the first! Some familiar faces from book one make an appearance in Leith and Julia’s story, which makes me all the more excited to discover where it all began. Definitely adding the first book to my immediate TBR!
As a book lover and Filipina nurse myself, this story is a definite 5⭐️ read!
The dual POV, flashbacks, healthcare references and chronic illnesses, and the incredible bond within Leith and Julia’s friend group were just a few of the things that drew me in. Seriously, if there’s a rock-solid friend group with a foundation like theirs, I want to be part of it!
Through grief, healing, and bonding over the BEST food in the most unexpected places (because we all know hole-in-the-wall restaurants have the best food 😉), Leith and Julia find something beautiful in one another.
Interestingly, this is the second book in the duology, and I haven’t even read the first! Some familiar faces from book one make an appearance in Leith and Julia’s story, which makes me all the more excited to discover where it all began. Definitely adding the first book to my immediate TBR!
As a book lover and Filipina nurse myself, this story is a definite 5⭐️ read!
October 28, 2026
“There’s Something Cooking with Leith Morgans” by Sadie Cruz
📘 Format: Digital Book
📚 Pub Date: 11.06.26
⭐️ Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Stars
“There’s Something Cooking With Leith Morgans” by Sadie Cruz is a tender hearted and emotional novel about raw grief, profound loss and moving on. This book explores the emotional struggles that arise from moving forward in life, even when you aren’t sure that you deserve happiness again.
What does one do when life leaves you disappointed and your expectations are so far from your reality? How does one move on from paralyzing suffering and regret? “There’s Something Cooking With Leith Morgans” handles these issues with emotional sensitivity.
This novel so poignantly reveals an inside glimpse of coping with the aftermath of trauma, loss and grief.
I am grateful for the representation of chronic illness, specifically endometriosis, which is carried forward with the character Jordie, from Sadie’s first novel, “There’s Something Wrong with Jordie Mitchell”.
I appreciated the exposure to Filipino language, sayings, cultural expectations, and Filipino food as it was presented with care and respect. It was fun to read about all the food and the descriptions of flavours.
I was cheering for Leith and Julia to be able to find their own version of Happily Ever After. It took such courage for each of them to pursue a future together.
Ever since reading “There’s Something Wrong with Jordie Mitchell” I’ve been waiting for Sadie to write Leith’s story, and I was not disappointed!
I adore the deep, true friendship of Jordie and Leith. Callum entered the circle of friendship in book one, and Julia entered the friend group in book two. I am so emotionally invested in this core group of friends. 🥰
I highly recommend “There’s Something Cooking With Leith Morgans” by Sadie Cruz.
Thank you to Sadie Cruz, Varus Publishing, Paperback Realm & Booksprout for the Advance Review Copy. All opinions are my own.
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📘 Format: Digital Book
📚 Pub Date: 11.06.26
⭐️ Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Stars
“There’s Something Cooking With Leith Morgans” by Sadie Cruz is a tender hearted and emotional novel about raw grief, profound loss and moving on. This book explores the emotional struggles that arise from moving forward in life, even when you aren’t sure that you deserve happiness again.
What does one do when life leaves you disappointed and your expectations are so far from your reality? How does one move on from paralyzing suffering and regret? “There’s Something Cooking With Leith Morgans” handles these issues with emotional sensitivity.
This novel so poignantly reveals an inside glimpse of coping with the aftermath of trauma, loss and grief.
I am grateful for the representation of chronic illness, specifically endometriosis, which is carried forward with the character Jordie, from Sadie’s first novel, “There’s Something Wrong with Jordie Mitchell”.
I appreciated the exposure to Filipino language, sayings, cultural expectations, and Filipino food as it was presented with care and respect. It was fun to read about all the food and the descriptions of flavours.
I was cheering for Leith and Julia to be able to find their own version of Happily Ever After. It took such courage for each of them to pursue a future together.
Ever since reading “There’s Something Wrong with Jordie Mitchell” I’ve been waiting for Sadie to write Leith’s story, and I was not disappointed!
I adore the deep, true friendship of Jordie and Leith. Callum entered the circle of friendship in book one, and Julia entered the friend group in book two. I am so emotionally invested in this core group of friends. 🥰
I highly recommend “There’s Something Cooking With Leith Morgans” by Sadie Cruz.
Thank you to Sadie Cruz, Varus Publishing, Paperback Realm & Booksprout for the Advance Review Copy. All opinions are my own.
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November 9, 2026
Sadie!!!! 🥹 This was INCREDIBLE! 😍 I did not think it possible for me to warm up to a billionaire. Somehow, I not only tolerated but fell for Leith. I came in knowing that our girl Jordie, and Leith's longtime bff, loves him. And I love and respect Jordie, of course. But I have a hard time expecting a billionaire to be anything but a selfish, stuck-up, out-of-touch prick 😆 Leith won me over though! With his thoughtfulness, efficiency, concern, humor, and intelligence, Leith swept Julia off her feet and I was swept right along with her.
The amount of research and knowledge packed into this book is impressive. Sadie writes about nursing, running a billion dollar business, and Filipino culture all in one book and all with what comes across as effortless expertise.
I liked the structure of the story as well. Dual POV and flashbacks to Leith's previous relationship keep the story flowing and the reader's interest growing.
The romance, the heat, the heart, the drama - this was SO, SO good! I am so happy to have had the opportunity to read this. I am so lucky to know Jordie, Callum, Leith, and Julia. 🫶
The amount of research and knowledge packed into this book is impressive. Sadie writes about nursing, running a billion dollar business, and Filipino culture all in one book and all with what comes across as effortless expertise.
I liked the structure of the story as well. Dual POV and flashbacks to Leith's previous relationship keep the story flowing and the reader's interest growing.
The romance, the heat, the heart, the drama - this was SO, SO good! I am so happy to have had the opportunity to read this. I am so lucky to know Jordie, Callum, Leith, and Julia. 🫶
Review of advance copy received from Indie Reviewers
Review of ARC from author.
This book absolutely stole my heart!
Leith and Julia had me feeling ALL the emotions. This is a story about love, loss, grief, healing, and finding your way back to happiness when you never thought you could love again.
Leith has spent years carrying the grief of losing someone he loved, and watching him slowly open his heart again was everything. Julia has so much weighing on her shoulders, constantly putting her family first and trying to hold everything together. Seeing Leith step in, make her feel safe, and give her a chance to breathe was so heartwarming.
Even the side characters and their stories were amazing!
But don’t think this is all sunshine and butterflies. We’ve got family drama, secrets, betrayal, heartbreak, and plenty of emotional moments. I loved how helping Julie also helped Leith find his own way through grief.
I laughed, I felt all the heartbreak, and I absolutely fell in love with these two.
An emotional, heartwarming read that I didn’t want to put down. Absolutely loved it! ❤️
This book absolutely stole my heart!
Leith and Julia had me feeling ALL the emotions. This is a story about love, loss, grief, healing, and finding your way back to happiness when you never thought you could love again.
Leith has spent years carrying the grief of losing someone he loved, and watching him slowly open his heart again was everything. Julia has so much weighing on her shoulders, constantly putting her family first and trying to hold everything together. Seeing Leith step in, make her feel safe, and give her a chance to breathe was so heartwarming.
Even the side characters and their stories were amazing!
But don’t think this is all sunshine and butterflies. We’ve got family drama, secrets, betrayal, heartbreak, and plenty of emotional moments. I loved how helping Julie also helped Leith find his own way through grief.
I laughed, I felt all the heartbreak, and I absolutely fell in love with these two.
An emotional, heartwarming read that I didn’t want to put down. Absolutely loved it! ❤️
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book is so refreshing. A billionaire romance where the MMC is actually a green flag. Leith Morgan is a golden retriever, humble and down to earth.
I'm so used to reading about billionaire men who are grumpy and dominating and always want a submissive woman. He's kind to everyone and has his own boundaries without being controlling.
Julia is a hard working nurse and the best chef - she burdens herself with everyones responsibilities. Forgetting to live her own life.
The book also has Filipino representation and both main characters have their own difficult pasts. There's representation of endometriosis and breast cancer.
The book feels like reading about real human beings. Every chapter feels like another day in someone's life. Two people falling in love while navigating their past and everything life throws at them. It doesn't feel like love magically fixes everything and I really loved that.
The romance was good 🔥🔥. Two people falling in love and making me giggle. The banter and dialogue so fun and witty. I loved how natural their conversations felt.
I'm so used to reading about billionaire men who are grumpy and dominating and always want a submissive woman. He's kind to everyone and has his own boundaries without being controlling.
Julia is a hard working nurse and the best chef - she burdens herself with everyones responsibilities. Forgetting to live her own life.
The book also has Filipino representation and both main characters have their own difficult pasts. There's representation of endometriosis and breast cancer.
The book feels like reading about real human beings. Every chapter feels like another day in someone's life. Two people falling in love while navigating their past and everything life throws at them. It doesn't feel like love magically fixes everything and I really loved that.
The romance was good 🔥🔥. Two people falling in love and making me giggle. The banter and dialogue so fun and witty. I loved how natural their conversations felt.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 10, 2026
I really liked this book! Leith and Julia were such a sweet couple, and won me over quickly! Although the book starts with me highly disliking Leith (I love Jordie from the first book, so I was ready for her to kick his butt), you really fall in love with Leith and how much he truly cares for people. The story of his former love with Mel was so sad, and I loved how the author didn’t shy away from his pain and grief. While this was a sweet love story between Julia and Leith, it also had so much depth into how these two individuals suffered in their lives.
Julia was such a great character! I loved her strong work ethic, and how much she loved and cared for her family. She worked so hard, and I loved how Leith supported her, but didn’t seem to overstep. Her sweetness and kindness were just what Leith really needed. I really hated her brother and Leith’s brother. They were both so awful, and I still wish they had more of a comeuppance than they had.
I loved this book, and can’t wait to see if there will be any more from this author. Thank you for this ARC. The views are all my own.
Julia was such a great character! I loved her strong work ethic, and how much she loved and cared for her family. She worked so hard, and I loved how Leith supported her, but didn’t seem to overstep. Her sweetness and kindness were just what Leith really needed. I really hated her brother and Leith’s brother. They were both so awful, and I still wish they had more of a comeuppance than they had.
I loved this book, and can’t wait to see if there will be any more from this author. Thank you for this ARC. The views are all my own.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
I absolutely adored this book. From the very first page, I was swept up in the fantastic banter, the chemistry and the characters who somehow managed to work their way straight into my heart.
A green flag billionaire?! Do they actually exist?! Because Leith Morgan has me questioning everything! Sadie has done a brilliant job bringing both Leith, our billionaire, and Julia, our nurse to life. Their personalities, their interactions and the way their relationship unfolds had me completely invested. And can we talk about the friendship group?! I want IN. Seriously, where do I sign up? The kind of friendships that make you wish you could just pull up a chair, join the conversation and become part of their little circle.
I also loved the realism woven into the cultural elements. It felt authentic, natural and added another beautiful layer to the story. Sadie has this wonderful ability to make me laugh out loud one minute and hit me right in the soul with her words the next.
And THAT ending! I was practically sitting on the edge of my seat, rooting for Leith!
A green flag billionaire?! Do they actually exist?! Because Leith Morgan has me questioning everything! Sadie has done a brilliant job bringing both Leith, our billionaire, and Julia, our nurse to life. Their personalities, their interactions and the way their relationship unfolds had me completely invested. And can we talk about the friendship group?! I want IN. Seriously, where do I sign up? The kind of friendships that make you wish you could just pull up a chair, join the conversation and become part of their little circle.
I also loved the realism woven into the cultural elements. It felt authentic, natural and added another beautiful layer to the story. Sadie has this wonderful ability to make me laugh out loud one minute and hit me right in the soul with her words the next.
And THAT ending! I was practically sitting on the edge of my seat, rooting for Leith!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Thanks to the Paperback Realm for giving me the ARC to review.
Sadie really knows how to pull at your heart strings! This book had me laughing and on the verge of tears in the same chapter! Leith and Julia had great chemistry. Learning about Leith's past was breaking me in two and then learning about Julia's made me well up.
This book was a slow burn, romantic, emotional rollercoaster with just enough spice to keep you going. It also touches on loss and fertility issues so be aware before jumping in.
I would advise going back to read the best friend Jordie's story while you wait on your pre order of this book! Jordie was a big part of this story and I was sad I didn't know her story going in as she had me howling laughing!
Overall, I really enjoyed the book and couldn't put it down once I got into it!
Sadie really knows how to pull at your heart strings! This book had me laughing and on the verge of tears in the same chapter! Leith and Julia had great chemistry. Learning about Leith's past was breaking me in two and then learning about Julia's made me well up.
This book was a slow burn, romantic, emotional rollercoaster with just enough spice to keep you going. It also touches on loss and fertility issues so be aware before jumping in.
I would advise going back to read the best friend Jordie's story while you wait on your pre order of this book! Jordie was a big part of this story and I was sad I didn't know her story going in as she had me howling laughing!
Overall, I really enjoyed the book and couldn't put it down once I got into it!
November 8, 2026
No one deserves support and a vacation more than Julia.
If you love a slow burn with real representation, grief, and healing you will love Leith and Julia’s story. I was hesitant because I’m not usually a huge reader of flashbacks and a second chance type romance. But the author did an amazing job of slowly building the chemistry between these two while Leith and Julia both healed from grief and trauma.
I was furious with Paolo the entire time along with Lark. But Callum and Jodie were so much fun that I definitely have to dive into their story!
A fantastic and emotional character driven romance. Thank you so much to the author for allowing me to read this early!
If you love a slow burn with real representation, grief, and healing you will love Leith and Julia’s story. I was hesitant because I’m not usually a huge reader of flashbacks and a second chance type romance. But the author did an amazing job of slowly building the chemistry between these two while Leith and Julia both healed from grief and trauma.
I was furious with Paolo the entire time along with Lark. But Callum and Jodie were so much fun that I definitely have to dive into their story!
A fantastic and emotional character driven romance. Thank you so much to the author for allowing me to read this early!
November 8, 2026
Book 2 of Something Went Right
'A spicy, emotional contemporary billionaire romance about grief, healing, family, food, and finding love when you’ve convinced yourself you’ll never want it again.'
The characters were very appealing and complex and complicated and absolutely perfect together. Plot was intriguing and well paced. World building was solidly drawn and impressive. All in all a great addition to the series. Enjoyed immensely and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book via Varus Publishing Core Readers and am voluntarily leaving a review.
'A spicy, emotional contemporary billionaire romance about grief, healing, family, food, and finding love when you’ve convinced yourself you’ll never want it again.'
The characters were very appealing and complex and complicated and absolutely perfect together. Plot was intriguing and well paced. World building was solidly drawn and impressive. All in all a great addition to the series. Enjoyed immensely and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book via Varus Publishing Core Readers and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 9, 2026
Oh wow, this book was so unexpected.
Yes, it is a bilionaire romance, but it is so much more than that!
It has a huge range of representation in here...grief, trauma, cultural expectations, breast cancer rep, gambling, sibling rivalry..his is not an exhaustive list!
And at the heart of it is Leith and Julia.
He has the weight of his grief from losing his girlfriend. She has the weight of her entire family and expectation on her shoulders.
This is not the usual 'dead girlfriend" new girl doesn't live up to her memory. The only way for me to describe this is by using my favourite quote from the book.
"She was my once. You are my how."
How utterly gorgeous. Honestly, this book was so much more than I had anticipated. And it helps that the author is really lovely too.
Thank you sadiecruz_author for creating these beautiful characters.
Yes, it is a bilionaire romance, but it is so much more than that!
It has a huge range of representation in here...grief, trauma, cultural expectations, breast cancer rep, gambling, sibling rivalry..his is not an exhaustive list!
And at the heart of it is Leith and Julia.
He has the weight of his grief from losing his girlfriend. She has the weight of her entire family and expectation on her shoulders.
This is not the usual 'dead girlfriend" new girl doesn't live up to her memory. The only way for me to describe this is by using my favourite quote from the book.
"She was my once. You are my how."
How utterly gorgeous. Honestly, this book was so much more than I had anticipated. And it helps that the author is really lovely too.
Thank you sadiecruz_author for creating these beautiful characters.
November 11, 2026
This book is just what I needed. There’s Something Cooking with Leith Morgans is a wonderful story of loss and love. This book touches sensitive subjects like breast cancer, IVF, and endometriosis. I don’t want to give too much away but Julia is a nurse who also does side hustles like catering/cooking on the side to support her family in the Philippine’s. Leith is a billionaire hotel CEO who can’t get Julia’s sticky rice out of his head however Leith loss the love of his life due to breast cancer. This book truly is an amazing read. Run and read it y’all!.
I received a free copy of this book via Varus Publishing Core Readers and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Varus Publishing Core Readers and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy
This second book was just as great as the first book and was a charming page turner. I would highly recommend this to fans of romcoms.
I received a free copy of this book via Varus Publishing Core Readers and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Varus Publishing Core Readers and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I LOVED THIS BOOK!! I WAS SO HAPPY To GET TO REUNITE WITH ALL MY FAVORITE CHARACTERS. THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL, HEART WRENCHING TALE THAT REALLY SPEAKS TO THE HEART
Review of advance copy received from Author
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What an absolute page turner this book was from start to finish. I really enjoyed the pace of the book. This book is packed full of banter, a bit of spice which i really enjoyed as it did not take away from the story at all. The FMC Julia is quite shy but i love how Leith is able to get her to open up a little more. The MMC Leith was quite the gentleman when it came to Julia and would go to the end of earth to protect her at any cost. Julia's and Leith Story will have you go on a bit of a roller coaster full of emotions at different times throughout but it makes the story even more enjoyable. But i could absolutely set Lark on fire and throw him away
I received this as an ARC in return for my honest review
What an absolute page turner this book was from start to finish. I really enjoyed the pace of the book. This book is packed full of banter, a bit of spice which i really enjoyed as it did not take away from the story at all. The FMC Julia is quite shy but i love how Leith is able to get her to open up a little more. The MMC Leith was quite the gentleman when it came to Julia and would go to the end of earth to protect her at any cost. Julia's and Leith Story will have you go on a bit of a roller coaster full of emotions at different times throughout but it makes the story even more enjoyable. But i could absolutely set Lark on fire and throw him away
I received this as an ARC in return for my honest review
Review of advance copy received from Author
I absolutely loved Leith and Julia’s story! What a beautiful love story about two people carrying grief and hurt from their pasts who find a way to heal and overcome it together. My heart loved watching these two find their happiness.
The toxic family trope was strong in this one, and I definitely wanted to reach into the book and wring some necks multiple times!
And how amazing was it that Jordie finally got her turn at being the wingman?
Another beautiful story from Aussie author Sadie Cruz that had me feeling all the feels. If you love emotional romance, characters who find healing in each other, and enough toxic family drama to make you want to commit a few fictional crimes, this one's for you!
The toxic family trope was strong in this one, and I definitely wanted to reach into the book and wring some necks multiple times!
And how amazing was it that Jordie finally got her turn at being the wingman?
Another beautiful story from Aussie author Sadie Cruz that had me feeling all the feels. If you love emotional romance, characters who find healing in each other, and enough toxic family drama to make you want to commit a few fictional crimes, this one's for you!
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