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Bookstore Love #1
Crazy Love
She has secrets that need to stay hidden. He’s digging into her life and her heart. Now they have to work together to organize the Aspenridge masquerade ball. It’s going to be a disaster.
When Kaliope Winters opened Em-Dash, the local bookstore, she did it because of a pure love of books...and the need to stay under the radar. But the vlog hottie stealing her wifi keeps making her blow her cool, which isn’t good, because she doesn’t need to draw his attention. He’s too gorgeous, too charming, and way too nosy.
When Tennyson Helms started his YouTube channel, he planned it to be temporary, not his forever career. Now Ten is trying to prove he’s got the chops to make it as an investigative journalist and thinks Kali will be his next big story. She’s acting way too suspicious. Unfortunately, he can’t decide if he wants to investigate her or kiss her.
Enemies-to-lovers takes a whole new meaning when the masks are dropped...
The Bookstore Love duology...
1. Crazy Love
2. Tasty Love (coming November, 2018)
When Kaliope Winters opened Em-Dash, the local bookstore, she did it because of a pure love of books...and the need to stay under the radar. But the vlog hottie stealing her wifi keeps making her blow her cool, which isn’t good, because she doesn’t need to draw his attention. He’s too gorgeous, too charming, and way too nosy.
When Tennyson Helms started his YouTube channel, he planned it to be temporary, not his forever career. Now Ten is trying to prove he’s got the chops to make it as an investigative journalist and thinks Kali will be his next big story. She’s acting way too suspicious. Unfortunately, he can’t decide if he wants to investigate her or kiss her.
Enemies-to-lovers takes a whole new meaning when the masks are dropped...
The Bookstore Love duology...
1. Crazy Love
2. Tasty Love (coming November, 2018)
- GenresRomanceContemporary
203 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 24, 2018
2 people are currently reading
18 people want to read
About the author
Christi Snow
69 books737 followersAs an avid reader her entire life, Christi Snow always dreamed of writing books that brought to others the kind of joy she felt when she read. But...she never did anything about it besides jot down a few ideas and sparse scenes.
When her husband retired from the Air Force, Christi decided it was time to chase her dream and she started writing. She hasn’t stopped since. With twenty-two published books in various romance genres, she’s found her passion. Now she spends her days with her laptop writing about sexy, alpha heroes and the loves of their lives.
Writing, Christi has fulfilled her dream... filling the world with more romance and suspense.
Her tagline is... Passion and adventure on the road to Happily Ever After. She loves this adventure and has truly found her tribe!
Note: I also have a book review blog...Smitten with Reading ( http://smittenwithreading.blogspot.com ) and most of my book reviews are also posted there.
When her husband retired from the Air Force, Christi decided it was time to chase her dream and she started writing. She hasn’t stopped since. With twenty-two published books in various romance genres, she’s found her passion. Now she spends her days with her laptop writing about sexy, alpha heroes and the loves of their lives.
Writing, Christi has fulfilled her dream... filling the world with more romance and suspense.
Her tagline is... Passion and adventure on the road to Happily Ever After. She loves this adventure and has truly found her tribe!
Note: I also have a book review blog...Smitten with Reading ( http://smittenwithreading.blogspot.com ) and most of my book reviews are also posted there.
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November 5, 2018
I love books with big secrets that can scare away someone and enemies-to-lovers romance. So put the two together and I thought for sure I've have a big win here.
Unfortunately, that didn't happen. Minor spoilers ahead (most are known within the first few chapters).
Kaliope has two secrets she's trying to keep from the world. The first, that her mom killed her dad when in the middle of a schizophrenic episode. For all the want of this not getting out, she never changes her name, and her fear is more that she could be "crazy" than anything else. I didn't like that they repeatedly reference schizophrenia as "being crazy." Yes, her mom committed a horrible crime caused by undiagnosed schizophrenia, but it seems pretty insensitive to repeatedly call schizophrenia (or any mental illness) crazy.
Kaliope's second secret, and the one she seems most concerned about getting out, is that she is also the reclusive author of the best-selling horror/sci-fi novels that deal with gore and murder. She compares her writing to Stephen King, but then says that if anyone knew she wrote these books they'd think she was crazy. As far as I know no one is walking around saying King needs to be institutionalized or is a basket case because of what he writes, so why she thinks they'll do that to her, I don't know.
As for Ten, he is a vlogger who wants to be an investigative journalist. He doesn't do much investigating, contrary to the synopsis. The extent of it is a quick google search and a call in to a friend who owes him who then comes back with some info on who owns Kali's bookstore. There's really not much more to say about him as I found him quite boring.
The romance itself felt bland and lacked a tension I love, especially with the enemies-to-lovers trope. There were enjoyable moments, but overall Crazy Love was a miss for me.
I received an advanced copy through Netgalley in return for an honest review.
Unfortunately, that didn't happen. Minor spoilers ahead (most are known within the first few chapters).
Kaliope has two secrets she's trying to keep from the world. The first, that her mom killed her dad when in the middle of a schizophrenic episode. For all the want of this not getting out, she never changes her name, and her fear is more that she could be "crazy" than anything else. I didn't like that they repeatedly reference schizophrenia as "being crazy." Yes, her mom committed a horrible crime caused by undiagnosed schizophrenia, but it seems pretty insensitive to repeatedly call schizophrenia (or any mental illness) crazy.
Kaliope's second secret, and the one she seems most concerned about getting out, is that she is also the reclusive author of the best-selling horror/sci-fi novels that deal with gore and murder. She compares her writing to Stephen King, but then says that if anyone knew she wrote these books they'd think she was crazy. As far as I know no one is walking around saying King needs to be institutionalized or is a basket case because of what he writes, so why she thinks they'll do that to her, I don't know.
As for Ten, he is a vlogger who wants to be an investigative journalist. He doesn't do much investigating, contrary to the synopsis. The extent of it is a quick google search and a call in to a friend who owes him who then comes back with some info on who owns Kali's bookstore. There's really not much more to say about him as I found him quite boring.
The romance itself felt bland and lacked a tension I love, especially with the enemies-to-lovers trope. There were enjoyable moments, but overall Crazy Love was a miss for me.
I received an advanced copy through Netgalley in return for an honest review.
November 12, 2018
Rcvd an ARC at no cost to author..(netgalley) I am a fan of Christi Snow and I was happy to grab a copy of this book. I had read the Naked Brews series when it was under the KB Jacobs and I loved it and I was happy to read about some of the couples here. Anyway back to this one Ten is captivated with Kali the owner of Em-Dash a bookstore. He is a very successful blogger and he loves getting a rise out of her, but their chemistry is about to burst. Kali wont admit that she is attracted to Ten she think he is just an annoying vlogger. They get roped in to work on a ball and they finally, finally acted on the attraction, but Kali has a secret and she is worried about what others will think of her if it comes out. Ten discovers the secret and is hurt that she didn't trust him with it. Will they call it quits or is it worth fixing? Well my friends grab a copy and Enjoy! because I sure did
October 24, 2018
It's good to be back in Aspenridge. The scenery's nice. The people are quirky. The beer is top shelf.
When I say the people are quirky, I'm pointing discreetly in Kali's direction. Kali has more than a few secrets she's determined to hide. For reasons. Those reasons might have been blown a little out of proportion in her head, but they're still valid reasons. She shuts herself off because of her fears and it leaves her a little isolated. She has a small group of close friends, but she's guarded (to a point) with them, too. Only her foster brother knows all the truth about her. Frankly, that's a hard way to live.
Being forced to work with Ten is pretty much the best thing that could have happened. It drags her out of her shell (kicking and scowling, at times) and it makes her face some of her demons.
Ten, on the other hand, is friendly to everyone. Kali's animosity toward him kinda of needles him into needling her. Which is a whole lot of needling, isn't it? Her prickles and scowls keep him on his toes and make him more curious about her. Which is pretty much the opposite of what Kali had intended, but so it goes sometimes.
Some bumps, some twists, some turns, and a bookstore that sounds pretty darn awesome. I'm curious to see what happens when Val finds love and how it'll throw her life into disarray.
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
When I say the people are quirky, I'm pointing discreetly in Kali's direction. Kali has more than a few secrets she's determined to hide. For reasons. Those reasons might have been blown a little out of proportion in her head, but they're still valid reasons. She shuts herself off because of her fears and it leaves her a little isolated. She has a small group of close friends, but she's guarded (to a point) with them, too. Only her foster brother knows all the truth about her. Frankly, that's a hard way to live.
Being forced to work with Ten is pretty much the best thing that could have happened. It drags her out of her shell (kicking and scowling, at times) and it makes her face some of her demons.
Ten, on the other hand, is friendly to everyone. Kali's animosity toward him kinda of needles him into needling her. Which is a whole lot of needling, isn't it? Her prickles and scowls keep him on his toes and make him more curious about her. Which is pretty much the opposite of what Kali had intended, but so it goes sometimes.
Some bumps, some twists, some turns, and a bookstore that sounds pretty darn awesome. I'm curious to see what happens when Val finds love and how it'll throw her life into disarray.
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
November 27, 2018
It was nice spending time in Aspenridge again. There were even a few cameos from characters that readers met in the Naked Brews series. But this story belongs to Ten and Kali and they definitely knew how to keep things interesting.
Ten had a fairly lucrative career that just kind of fell into his lap. It wasn't what he really wanted to do with his life, but it was safe. Then there was his crazy attraction to Kali, who obviously hated him... or tried to. It was just too much fun for him to push her buttons.
Then there was Kali, who had secrets that she kept from pretty much everyone, including her closest friends. Her biggest fear was that those secrets would get out and then people would know and things would never be the same. The closer that Ten and Kali got to each other, the more she wanted to share her secret with him. Ten just had to prove himself worthy and he came really close to blowing it without even trying. *sigh*
I really liked these two together and the supporting characters were great. There were a couple that I'd really like to get to know better, but right now there's only one other character slated for the Bookstore Love series. Hopefully I haven't seen the last of some of my favorites. <3
I received Crazy Love in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Ten had a fairly lucrative career that just kind of fell into his lap. It wasn't what he really wanted to do with his life, but it was safe. Then there was his crazy attraction to Kali, who obviously hated him... or tried to. It was just too much fun for him to push her buttons.
Then there was Kali, who had secrets that she kept from pretty much everyone, including her closest friends. Her biggest fear was that those secrets would get out and then people would know and things would never be the same. The closer that Ten and Kali got to each other, the more she wanted to share her secret with him. Ten just had to prove himself worthy and he came really close to blowing it without even trying. *sigh*
I really liked these two together and the supporting characters were great. There were a couple that I'd really like to get to know better, but right now there's only one other character slated for the Bookstore Love series. Hopefully I haven't seen the last of some of my favorites. <3
I received Crazy Love in exchange for a fair and honest review.
April 16, 2019
Unfortunately, as hard as I tried to hang in there, I gave up on this book even after skimming to the end.
My main problem was Ten and I can’t explain what it was I didn’t like about him. His sudden need to investigate Kali’s bookstore to find out why it can stay in business felt forced as an excuse to say he’s a journalist and didn’t endear me to him as a hero. (Side note: Access your Secretary of State’s database to find out the registered agent/ownership info for LLCs etc. Not a mystery.) I think it comes down to my preference for an alpha hero and Ten doesn’t fall into that category. He was more cutesy than sexy and I didn’t go for the way he aggressively pursued Kali. My other main problem was Kali’s father not getting her mother help or protecting his daughter.
Overall, I think I might be the wrong demographic for this and it might work for readers in their early 20s. I did like Val.
I received a copy of this book through NetGalley for an honest review.
My main problem was Ten and I can’t explain what it was I didn’t like about him. His sudden need to investigate Kali’s bookstore to find out why it can stay in business felt forced as an excuse to say he’s a journalist and didn’t endear me to him as a hero. (Side note: Access your Secretary of State’s database to find out the registered agent/ownership info for LLCs etc. Not a mystery.) I think it comes down to my preference for an alpha hero and Ten doesn’t fall into that category. He was more cutesy than sexy and I didn’t go for the way he aggressively pursued Kali. My other main problem was Kali’s father not getting her mother help or protecting his daughter.
Overall, I think I might be the wrong demographic for this and it might work for readers in their early 20s. I did like Val.
I received a copy of this book through NetGalley for an honest review.
November 7, 2018
I really liked Kali and Ten's love story. I love, love stories about nerdy, book lovers. I often dream of one day owning a book store and bringing the joy of reading to the masses. I'm happy that Kali was able to fulfill this dream and that Ten is a kindred spirit. What is most intriguing about this novel is the compelling depth of both characters. Kallí has a dark past that she deals with by exposing the ugliness in her writing. She pushes Ten away because she doesn't want to hurt him but Ten is drawn to the elusive mystery that she conveys and her imperfections only intrigue him.
The author has done an incredible job in revealing the sadness and complexity of these characters. They want to be together but are limited by their fear of exposure. I loved that Kalli has the courage at the end to show Ten what he means to her through her books and tattoos. To show such vulnerability when you are so afraid of the outcome is the ultimate reflection of love.
Thank you Netgalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The author has done an incredible job in revealing the sadness and complexity of these characters. They want to be together but are limited by their fear of exposure. I loved that Kalli has the courage at the end to show Ten what he means to her through her books and tattoos. To show such vulnerability when you are so afraid of the outcome is the ultimate reflection of love.
Thank you Netgalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 27, 2018
Secrets, romance and fun: yep, definitely my kind of story! Kaliope Winters is the owner of a bookstore (Em-Dash) and she uses this bookstore as a cover-up for her secrets. Tennyson (Ten) is a guy who accidently became a YouTube vlogger celebrity. But he really wants to become an investigation journalist. And what better way to start your career by finding out what Kaliope has to hide?
Ten uses Em-Dash for the free Wi-fi and to check out the gorgeous owner Kali. She, however, doesn't seem to like Ten very much. Or maybe she is just feeling threathened by his investigations?
But when Ten discovers the truth about Kali, can he choose between his career and the love of his life? Find out for yourself in this great read! And even better: the story continues with Tasty Love. Four out of five stars from me and a special thank you to Netgalley for providing the arc.
Ten uses Em-Dash for the free Wi-fi and to check out the gorgeous owner Kali. She, however, doesn't seem to like Ten very much. Or maybe she is just feeling threathened by his investigations?
But when Ten discovers the truth about Kali, can he choose between his career and the love of his life? Find out for yourself in this great read! And even better: the story continues with Tasty Love. Four out of five stars from me and a special thank you to Netgalley for providing the arc.
November 21, 2018
I've never read anything by these two authors before but I'm glad I got to read this one. I liked that you've got a little enemies-to-lovers, a vlogger and a bookstore owner that has a couple of secrets up her sleeve. There's also some great secondary characters that are pretty cool. I just really liked the storyline, it kept me interested and entertained. I would for sure check out the second book, I liked Kali's bestie Val.
November 27, 2018
I received an arc of this book in exchange for an honest review. This book for me was just okay. I didn't love it or hate it. This book was marketed as enemies to lovers and I thought Kali and Ten weren't really enemies. I felt that Kali was more than just annoyed with Ten. You find out Kali's secrets pretty fast in the book. I felt this book could have used more tension between the two main characters and I felt the romance was forced. Overall, it wasn't bad, but it wasn't great.
November 8, 2018
Enjoyed it
This is my first book by Christi Snow and Sarah Nego.
What I liked:
The writing style
The characters
Part of a series: Bookstore Love
Dual POVs
Standalone
HEA
Epilogue
I look forward to reading the other books in this series.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC from NetGalley.
This is my first book by Christi Snow and Sarah Nego.
What I liked:
The writing style
The characters
Part of a series: Bookstore Love
Dual POVs
Standalone
HEA
Epilogue
I look forward to reading the other books in this series.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC from NetGalley.
November 8, 2018
Enjoyed it
This is my first book by Christi Snow and Sarah Nego.
What I liked:
The writing style
The characters
Part of a series: Bookstore Love
Dual POVs
Standalone
HEA
Epilogue
I look forward to reading the other books in this series.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC from NetGalley.
This is my first book by Christi Snow and Sarah Nego.
What I liked:
The writing style
The characters
Part of a series: Bookstore Love
Dual POVs
Standalone
HEA
Epilogue
I look forward to reading the other books in this series.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC from NetGalley.
November 18, 2018
Great story! Ten and Kali get us to a turmoil of emotions and feelings I can't explain. Ten is funny and driven, Kali is dark and so much trouble but together they are fireworks and love!
I received a ARC from Netgalley for a honest review.
I received a ARC from Netgalley for a honest review.
November 27, 2018
2.5 stars
This book premise started out storing. The first few chapters I was enjoying, but then it got stale. Kaliope's attitude towards Ten got old fast. we get it, you think he is immature and not for you, but the redundancy of it..... oh vey!!
This book premise started out storing. The first few chapters I was enjoying, but then it got stale. Kaliope's attitude towards Ten got old fast. we get it, you think he is immature and not for you, but the redundancy of it..... oh vey!!
October 30, 2018
Ten is like a caveman, “clothes off now,” Ten grunted out while ripping off his shirt. In seconds he was moving on to the buttons of his jeans." I liked this book, I liked Ten.
December 14, 2018
I've received a ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
The chemistry is undeniable and it was a fun filled story. I looked forward to reading future works by the author.
The chemistry is undeniable and it was a fun filled story. I looked forward to reading future works by the author.
March 12, 2019
Original review
This book was provided by the publisher through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you Kydala Publishing and Netgalley!
Crazy Love is the first book in the Bookstore Love series and tells the story of Kali and Ten.
Crazy Love is the first book I read (and loved) by Sarah Nego and Christi Snow and I’m happy that I requested this one via Netgalley. I love reading Romance books and discovering new authors, and I’m always happy when the book turns out amazing.
Crazy Love is about Kali and Ten. Kali has many secrets and being involved with a guy isn’t possible, but Ten keeps on trying. Once Kali and Ten get to know each other, Kali slowly breaks down her walls and lets Ten in. Everything is going well until Ten discovers Kali’s secret…
I love that we as readers don’t know Kali’s secret yet. I wanted to know her secret so badly, so I kept on reading and reading.
Crazy Love is such a fast paced and well-written book. I think that Crazy Love is an amazing Romance read and I cannot wait to read the sequel, Tasty Love.
This book was provided by the publisher through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you Kydala Publishing and Netgalley!
Crazy Love is the first book in the Bookstore Love series and tells the story of Kali and Ten.
Crazy Love is the first book I read (and loved) by Sarah Nego and Christi Snow and I’m happy that I requested this one via Netgalley. I love reading Romance books and discovering new authors, and I’m always happy when the book turns out amazing.
Crazy Love is about Kali and Ten. Kali has many secrets and being involved with a guy isn’t possible, but Ten keeps on trying. Once Kali and Ten get to know each other, Kali slowly breaks down her walls and lets Ten in. Everything is going well until Ten discovers Kali’s secret…
I love that we as readers don’t know Kali’s secret yet. I wanted to know her secret so badly, so I kept on reading and reading.
Crazy Love is such a fast paced and well-written book. I think that Crazy Love is an amazing Romance read and I cannot wait to read the sequel, Tasty Love.
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