Whenever a new Erin Nicholas book is released into the universe, everything, and I mean EVERYTHING, in my life screeches to a halt, and my eyes, heart and soul greedily soak up every word. My apologies to the book I was in the middle of reading and ditched, to the other books that had top priority and got pushed aside, and to my bed that I left cold and alone for a night.
The Boys of the Big Easy is one of my all-time favorite book worlds, so I was eagerly anticipating returning there with James and Harper's story and, oh baby, it really delivered! Take one hunky, younger, firefighter/musician with an unrepentant grin, and a brainy, introverted, scholar able to induce librarian and professorial fantasies at a single glance, and add the twist of a surprise baby to knock both hero and heroine off their stride, and Iโm SOOO there!
With the impeccable comedic timing and perfect balance of humor, heat and heart Iโve come to expect from this writer, James and Harper's story is the cherry on top of this sundae dessert series. Itโs always extra delicious for me when the hero is the first to fall, and watching James as he jumped through Harper's hoops, and then seeing him with baby Isaac, well, I was a big ol' puddle of swoon. And Iโd be lying if I said the younger man/older woman trope wasnโt a lot of fun.
If this is your first introduction to this series, itโs a great place to start, since these books stand alone. But Iโll warn you. You will fall in love with all of these Big Easy characters, and they'll make you want to read every one of their books. This story is fun and flirty, and witty and humorous, yet poignant and moving. Your emotions will love the workout they get and your heart will be left smiling once you finish this delightful, touching, phenomenal, feel-good read!