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Puzzle Pieces
If you love twice the romance in half the pages, you'll love this page-turning novella!
Elle Montgomery believes every person has one perfect match ~ their puzzle piece. And she designed a dating app to prove it. But when her childhood crush, Graham Dalton, returns home for his brother's wedding, he challenges everything she thought she knew about love.
Graham Dalton never forgot the woman he left behind. And when he returns home to San Francisco for a second chance with his first love, he's more than happy to stand-in as her fake boyfriend to improve the public image of her dating app company.
But as old feelings resurface, Elle starts to receive anonymous messages through her dating app. And things only get more complicated when a long-kept secret from their past is uncovered.
In the end, will Elle find her missing puzzle piece? Or will her world fall to pieces?
Rating: This sweet romance novella is rated PG, perfect for fans of the Hallmark Channel or other clean and wholesome romance authors.
84 pages, ebook
Published May 14, 2019
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January 2, 2020
A short, sweet read. If you love Hallmark movies, then you will love this book.
September 7, 2025
Childhood crushes to lovers- such a cute, quick read!
May 17, 2019
Rachael Bloome writes a beautiful story in this sweet tale of second chance love. Graham and Elle are an endearing couple, and I loved turning the pages to see how the story would end. A few twists and turns keep me guessing so it's not your typical read. You'll fall in love with these characters as you watch their story come to life through the talented author, Rachael Bloome! Enjoy everyone!
July 6, 2019
This is a sweet, clean Valentine read about Elle and Graham. This book is appropriate for all ages and comes with a happy ending. Many years ago, Graham asked Elle if she would be his Valentine, in a note. She never received the note. You won’t believe why she never received the note. Grab your copy and see what happens.
November 29, 2023
Two childhood friends who were torn apart by
another meet again after ten years and find the
attraction still there even though they still don’t
know what or who caused them to separate. In
trying to get her business moving forward again she
reaches out to her childhood friend to be her fake boyfriend, not realizing he wants it to be real and not fake.
This is a sweet story of a second chance of love for
two people who never quit loving each other even when they were told and felt that the other person didn’t feel the same towards them.
The moral of this story is communication! One MUST
tell the other person how he or she feels and not another. In this case, the one both confided in was the one who wanted to break both of them up so he could have her for himself!
I enjoyed this story and certainly recommend it to
everyone to read keeping that moral in mind that when you meet the person you want to be with TELL them and not another!
another meet again after ten years and find the
attraction still there even though they still don’t
know what or who caused them to separate. In
trying to get her business moving forward again she
reaches out to her childhood friend to be her fake boyfriend, not realizing he wants it to be real and not fake.
This is a sweet story of a second chance of love for
two people who never quit loving each other even when they were told and felt that the other person didn’t feel the same towards them.
The moral of this story is communication! One MUST
tell the other person how he or she feels and not another. In this case, the one both confided in was the one who wanted to break both of them up so he could have her for himself!
I enjoyed this story and certainly recommend it to
everyone to read keeping that moral in mind that when you meet the person you want to be with TELL them and not another!
June 15, 2019
Short but sweet
A fun sweet clean romance with a twist. This really was a teaser of a story for me. Like when you go to a restaurant and you just order an appetizer instead of a full meal, it left me wanting more. Don’t get me wrong, I liked it a lot but really wanted it to be longer since there is so much goodness in it. Elle and Graham had such an interesting history that I wanted to know more about. And then to both have there heart broken it was a mystery as to why and how. Definitely was a page turner. So if you have a little break in your day you can read it with your coffee and enjoy a quick short story that is happy and makes you smile. And maybe makes you want to break some ugly dishes to help you find clarity.
Rating: G
A fun sweet clean romance with a twist. This really was a teaser of a story for me. Like when you go to a restaurant and you just order an appetizer instead of a full meal, it left me wanting more. Don’t get me wrong, I liked it a lot but really wanted it to be longer since there is so much goodness in it. Elle and Graham had such an interesting history that I wanted to know more about. And then to both have there heart broken it was a mystery as to why and how. Definitely was a page turner. So if you have a little break in your day you can read it with your coffee and enjoy a quick short story that is happy and makes you smile. And maybe makes you want to break some ugly dishes to help you find clarity.
Rating: G
December 3, 2019
It's an okay read for a fluff piece.
I found this novella to be truly lacking in plot development, character depth and credibility. Without giving too much away, I will say the following, always go to the funeral, particularly if you ever considered yourself a friend of the person in mourning. Marketing strategists do not work the way they are portrayed in the story. They would actually drive business away with that particular work ethic. When someone close to you goes out of their way to sabotage your life and then waits ten years to let you know, believe me, they are not sorry for their actions, and have not been riddled with guilt. Everyone was just remarkably immature and I found it annoying rather than charming.
I found this novella to be truly lacking in plot development, character depth and credibility. Without giving too much away, I will say the following, always go to the funeral, particularly if you ever considered yourself a friend of the person in mourning. Marketing strategists do not work the way they are portrayed in the story. They would actually drive business away with that particular work ethic. When someone close to you goes out of their way to sabotage your life and then waits ten years to let you know, believe me, they are not sorry for their actions, and have not been riddled with guilt. Everyone was just remarkably immature and I found it annoying rather than charming.
April 6, 2020
This was a sweet Hallmark style story. High school best friends turned to fake boyfriend girlfriend. “They always end up together in the end, right?” This novella was a super fast read and left me with a happy heart. Knowing that forgiveness is important part of our lives. It was nice that Graham could forgive his brother so quickly and easily. This story had a nice ending, but there is a second book. It apparently continues on with their story, so if you get upset with cliffhangers, this one could go either way. I am planning on reading the next book, Poppy Petals.
June 24, 2024
Actual Rating: 4.5 Stars
I really like Rachael Bloome's writing. I thought this book was sweet, cute, and fun. I always love the friends to lovers trope, however, I wish this had been a full novel rather than a novella. I think this needed to be fleshed out more so that we could better get to know these characters. I also felt like the resolution was rushed and didn't have as much impact it could have. I hope to continue to read more of Rachel Bloom's work, but I think I prefer her books over her novellas.
Happy Reading my Friends.
I really like Rachael Bloome's writing. I thought this book was sweet, cute, and fun. I always love the friends to lovers trope, however, I wish this had been a full novel rather than a novella. I think this needed to be fleshed out more so that we could better get to know these characters. I also felt like the resolution was rushed and didn't have as much impact it could have. I hope to continue to read more of Rachel Bloom's work, but I think I prefer her books over her novellas.
Happy Reading my Friends.
June 18, 2019
Loved this sweet short story
I wish that it was longer, although the characters and storyline were well-developed. The idea of two.people fitting together like pieces of a puzzle is so romantic, yet intriguing as well. This book renewed my romantic side when I was reminded that love must be fed to be sustained and healthy.
Thanks for a very goodread. I got this book tnrough a mass giveaway, and i have no connection to the author or publisher.
I wish that it was longer, although the characters and storyline were well-developed. The idea of two.people fitting together like pieces of a puzzle is so romantic, yet intriguing as well. This book renewed my romantic side when I was reminded that love must be fed to be sustained and healthy.
Thanks for a very goodread. I got this book tnrough a mass giveaway, and i have no connection to the author or publisher.
January 11, 2021
This was a wonderful story. I really like Elle and Graham and feel terrible about what happened when they were young, what someone did to interfere and how quick it was forgiven. I wasn’t really happy with Lacey when she got angry at Elle for not wanting to do some of the things Jason suggested. I am glad that the issues with her app got worked out. I was so happy with the ending and when the author wrote “Their hands were a perfect fit. Just like puzzle pieces”.
March 1, 2021
A quick read with likable characters but they definitely need to learn how to communicate better. Their words and actions need to mesh as well. Issues from ten years before are finally getting resolved, or are they? Would have liked more buildup before the potential happily ever after and ending since there seemed to be more story to tell. Surprisingly there was a depth to the story and the characters.
April 10, 2022
This was an enjoyable romantic novella about Elle Montgomery and Graham Dalton. Elle has created a dating app that is losing it’s ranking and needs some help. Graham has returned home to San Francisco for his brother’s wedding and to possibly expand his business there. Elle and Graham get thrown together as a pretend couple to help her company. Old feelings kick in and they turn pretend into real.
October 1, 2022
The love story of two childhood friends who had crushes on each other but the other didn't know. Graham and Elle are thrown together "fake dating" in order to help her dating app. When the fake dating leads to the very real acknowledgment of their feelings, will they give in to love? Highly recommended for fans of the Poppy Creek series. You can read the rest of their story in the novella Poppy Petals.
May 30, 2019
This was an okay, quick read. The main character got on my nerves a bit as she was constantly deciding she needed to make a certain decision and then immediately letting herself get talked out of it. That is something I find very frustrating and it really keeps me from being able to fully enjoy a book, so for me personally, this was just okay.
July 4, 2019
This sweet romance is exactly that; sweet! The romance between Elle and Graham is believable and adorable. Who doesn’t love a second chance romance with HEA? With a bonus of a fresh plot! The author is an up and coming talent everyone should watch for. Looking forward to her latest full length book!
July 16, 2019
Elle owns a dating app called Puzzles designed to help people find their perfect puzzle piece. Could he single status be sabotaging her business? Could an old friend from high school be the solution?
Graham was surprised that he was asked to be the pretend boyfriend, but he was all too eager to play the part since he’s had a crush on Elle for years.
Cute and sweet. An okay romance.
Graham was surprised that he was asked to be the pretend boyfriend, but he was all too eager to play the part since he’s had a crush on Elle for years.
Cute and sweet. An okay romance.
December 17, 2021
I wish that we could give 1/2 stars. I would have given 4.5 stars. It is a charming short story. At times, it was hard to believe. Elle and Graham have known each other for about 15 years or more. I would have expected a more honest an open relationship. The setting sounds amazing. Friendships, business, and a wedding wrapped up in puzzles.
May 18, 2019
Really cool!
This was an enjoyable book.
Elle has an app company to help couples find each other, yet she's not found someone. Or has she?
The one she loves, loves her. Yet wires were crossed long ago, and that truth was buried.
This is their story.
This was an enjoyable book.
Elle has an app company to help couples find each other, yet she's not found someone. Or has she?
The one she loves, loves her. Yet wires were crossed long ago, and that truth was buried.
This is their story.
May 21, 2019
As the puzzle fits.
Communication and lack of it. It keeps relationships from growing. Sometimes it takes practicing over the years to perfect it. But when it happens, it is enthralling
Communication and lack of it. It keeps relationships from growing. Sometimes it takes practicing over the years to perfect it. But when it happens, it is enthralling
May 21, 2019
I loved this story and you will too! The story of Elle and Graham will draw readers in, so get ready to be swept away with this story's authentic voice. The perfect weekend read and who can pass up a quick read for the summer?!?
June 1, 2019
Happy ever after!
Reading this good clean story was a pleasure knowing I did not have to be ashamed if anyone knew what I was reading.
The story kept the pages turning to learn how the"happy ever after " would happen.
Reading this good clean story was a pleasure knowing I did not have to be ashamed if anyone knew what I was reading.
The story kept the pages turning to learn how the"happy ever after " would happen.
December 6, 2022
I had thought that I had already meet these characters, but hadn't. So I'm curious where they show up in Poppy Creek. Also, if they ever learn to talk to each other rather than just guess what's going on.
February 18, 2025
The story started off slowly for me but got much better as it progressed. I don't buy that Graham & Elle just ignored/looked past what xx(spoiler) did to cause their decade long rift so that's why I left the rating at 3 stars.
May 22, 2019
Absolutely darling!
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June 8, 2019I didn't care for this book. Never finished reading it.
June 22, 2019
This is an easy book to get through, I read it in two nights. It's so beautiful I didn't want to put it down and have already recommended it to some friends. It's one of my favorites now by far.
June 24, 2019
A sweet romance
I loved the fact that it really was a sweet romance, with no cursing no violence no sex but totally enjoyable! Thanks to the author!
I loved the fact that it really was a sweet romance, with no cursing no violence no sex but totally enjoyable! Thanks to the author!
July 9, 2019
This is a short yet, romantic story 😍😍😍 it literally uplift my gloomy mood. Great work from Rachel! I will surely read more books from this author 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
August 26, 2019
Short but sweet
An all too short ( maybe it seemed like that to me) but sweet second chance story. I cannot wait to read more from this author.
An all too short ( maybe it seemed like that to me) but sweet second chance story. I cannot wait to read more from this author.
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