Tangled Hearts

by DJ AuBuchon

Throughout Bridgett’s adult life, she concluded that she was never going to be enough, so she stayed small, always kind, always helpful, but still lonely. As fate would have it, while running late to an interview for a position within the company where she was employed, she met a handsome man named Gavin on the train from Jersey City to Manhattan. He was instantly smitten with her.

That same day at the interview, Alexander, the CEO of the company decided to sit in on her interview. The next morning, this silver fox offered her a better paying job as his personal assistant, because he too was smitten with her.

Two men, two hearts, both attached to Bridgett, who never expected to find love, let alone to be pursued by two very different, but very handsome men. Each of them vying to prove that she is more than enough, one through friendship and the other through secrets. Tangled hearts is a love triangle filled with love, desire, romance and a twist you won’t see coming.

296 pages, Kindle Edition

Expected publication December 5, 2026

Reviews

[Felicia · Rating 4.5 out of 5]

This is my first book by this author and I absolutely loved it! It hooked me from the start and left me itching to get back to it anytime i have to put it down. Through it all I was wondering when we would run into the problem with the guys but BOY, i did not see that plot twist coming.
The spice in this is so good, the characters are so well written and the plot line it one that keeps you highly invested. I absolutely loved it!

[Carly Taylor · Rating 4.5 out of 5]

Ok I absolutely adored Good Gavin! You done me dirty DJ!!!!! All joking aside, I really did love his character. Alex was ok but I had some issues with him I’m not sure I can look past. Either way get it B.

The plot is heavy in this book but I will say the spice was perfectly dabbled in and we do love an open door romance scene. It’s really the only way I want it!

I love DJs writing. I am not a contemporary romance reader, I don’t gravitate towards them at all but I will read every single one of DJs books because her writing just calls to my soul.

I loved it but he ain’t Lochlan 😘

If you love a good triangle, some twists, and a HEA this is 100% for you!

[Kassie Jones · Rating 4 out of 5]

"I sought out the darkness, allowing it to consume me, holding me and my broken heart."

Tangled Hearts is a fast-paced, billionaire boss and best friend love triangle with our FMC caught in the middle. There's a twist in here that I TOTALLY DIDN'T see coming, which was cool because I usually figure stuff like this out.

Super binge worthy, read the whole thing in one sitting. Once you start reading, it's just a whirlwind that keeps you right where it wants you.

I will say that this story is more plot-forward than character-driven, which I think will be one reason others love this story, however that isn't typically where I gravitate when reading romance. Some of the choices and responses from our characters didn't fully land for me, but I think they could totally resonate with other people.

Worth the read!

[Fantasy Nelson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story was really good. And the author put in a big plot twist that I totally didn't see coming! Bridgett is totally thrown for a loop with everything that happens. And through it all, Good Gav stood by her.

[Kristin Loves Plants · Rating 4.5 out of 5]

Addictive from the first page. Bridgett has arrived in New York(or Jersey City) looking for the big life she’s dreamed of; now she just needs to get the promotion that will give her just that. Fate brought two men into her life on the same day: Gavin- the charming accountant- she met on the subway as she was rushing to her big interview, and Alexander- the older CEO of her company- who happened to be sitting in on said interview.

Both men are drawn to Bridgett like moths to a flame, but timing is everything.

You know a love triangle is putting you through it when you start messaging the author with theories. She’s stronger than me, never giving even a hint. I enjoyed this because I didn’t know who Bridgett would choose for most of the book, and the twist put me through it to the point I thought this may not be the HEA I assumed I was getting.

It’s a well paced romance with just the right amount of spicy scenes and drama that had me finishing this in a day. Put this one on your TBR and have some fun!

[Alisha E · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book! It was such a fun romance, and I found myself constantly looking forward to what was going to happen next. It had just the right amount of spice without taking away from the actual story.

One of my favorite things was how the chapters switched between the different characters’ perspectives. I loved getting to know what each character was thinking and feeling, and I think that made the story even more enjoyable.

And can we just talk about how amazing it would be to find yourself in a situation like this?! 😂 Seriously, what a fun story to get lost in!

This was one of those books that I genuinely looked forward to picking back up every time I had to put it down. Such an enjoyable read, and definitely deserving of five stars!

Thank you to the author for the opportunity to read an ARC! All opinions are my own.

[Faith Wright · Rating 4.25 out of 5]

Thank you to DJ for the advanced readers copy!

Okay… I will be the first to say love triangle is one of my least favorite tropes… but it actually worked in this book! I loved the one she chose from the beginning and their relationship was so cute! I was not expecting what we learned in the middle… that caught me off guard but I loved it for the character arcs, made their relationships even more complicated and it really worked for the story! I love DJ and I cannot wait to read more from her!

[Sabrina Krueger · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received this as an advanced copy.
I enjoyed reading this book and getting to know the characters.
When Bridget when down on her luck she meets she mets t Gavin who becomes a good friend.
Then meeting her boss Alex, a handsome and powerful man.
With two men and a huge plot twist this book keep me guessing until the end.
If you’re looking for a good romance book to read this file, it’s a must add to your TBR. I can’t wait to see what DJ writes next.

[BethReads&DogPaws · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tangled Hearts by D.J. Aubuchon features an engaging mix of romance tropes, including an age-gap relationship, a powerful CEO, his devoted personal assistant, a chance train-meet-cute, and a touch of love-triangle drama. Add in a best friend who's been firmly stuck in the friend zone, and you have a fast-paced, entertaining romance that's easy to devour in a single sitting.

[Jen Adamson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book had me feeling every emotion right along with the main character! I laughed, I cried, and the slow burn of who will she pick had me on the edge of my seat right to the very end! If you haven’t read this yet, you absolutely must! You will not be disappointed!

[Anastasia J · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a fun book to read. You get to meet 2 amazing and different gentleman, that both have made the MFC(main female character) fall for them. She has to make a choice and isn’t quite sure if she’s made the right choice. Then there is a mind-blowing twist in the middle, followed by heart break. Then things start to turn up and the end of the book has a wonderful surprise! Would definitely recommend. Be forewarned that there are some spicy scenes throughout.

[Mrs. Beady P · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bridgett finds herself falling for her boss while temporarily friend zoning Good Gav, who’s just trying to win her heart. Bridgett is faced with a difficult decision ... How will she choose between two men who each have something special to offer? And who will she pick?

There's a plot twist you won’t see coming and you’ve got a fun romance that keeps things interesting!

Dj is a strong contemporary romance writer. There's lots of build up and tension in this story that keeps you wanting to keep turning the pages.

Thank you to DJ Aubuchon for the ARC in exchange for my honest review. ❤️