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Lyon Family #3

The River in Spring

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Falling out of a tree at the feet of a naked woman is not Nobel Lyon’s usual MO.

He’s more the Invisible Man type. A name given to him in childhood. The observer. The logical thinker. A man who loves solitude.

When he sees the sexy mountain woman fishing on his property, other impulses take over. The ones that want a better look. What can it hurt?

There are people who live every moment to the fullest and Dove Solomon is one of them. She can hook a line, gut a fish, and pitch a tent. She also sings like a fallen angel.

The handsome man that just dropped into her life intrigues her in a way no one else has. He’s an introvert, she’s an extrovert. But there’s no denying how drawn they are to each other. Two people destined by fate to be together, no matter how different they are.

The one thing they can agree on? Opposites attract.

224 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 28, 2021

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545 reviews
April 28, 2021
Nobel is a man set in his ways. An attorney who likes the simple things in life and not a fan of change. Dove is a free spirit who's a singer in a band that's hoping to get their big break one day. Dove was raised by her grandparents and they taught her to love life and embrace it as it happens. To look at every day as a new adventure.

They say that opposites attract, and after Nobel and Dove meet by accident (how it happens will make you laugh) they find something between them that they've never felt before. As their relationship progresses, hard decisions will have to be made. With Nobel and Dove be able to weather the storm of change, or are they too different to make things work.

This story was funny, sweet, and romantic. I enjoyed every word!

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901 reviews62 followers
September 1, 2021
(audiobook) First of all, I loved the characters. Nobel, the introverted older man who enjoys calm and solitude and has a huge heart full of love, and Dove, the ambitious singer with a lot of energy, were delightful and compelling. Together, they were cute and sexy. I even liked their slight selfishness. They both felt real.

Family was at the center of the story–Nobel and his loving one, Dove and her chosen one–and they had a big influence on the romance. Meddling, helping, threatening, they had all kind of effects on it, and created the drama and the resolution that kept the story going. All of their members were well defined characters, with stories of their own and their own agenda too. I especially liked Nobel’s parents.

The book was also all about the choices you make–or the ones you refuse to make, that equate to choices too. Some of them are easy, others not, and they can imply changes you aren’t willing to make too.

There was a lot I appreciated about the story, but I guess I should have read it instead of listening to it. The narrators are good, don’t get me wrong, but I felt their style didn’t match with the book’s atmosphere or the characters’ energy. It wasn’t unpleasant to listen to, though I probably missed some feels.

Quickie

- Series: Lyon family #2 (can be read as a standalone)
- Hashtags: #small town romance #age gap #opposites attract #introvert #rockstar
- Triggers: animal sickness
- Main couple: Dove Solomon & Nobel Lyon
- Hotness: 3/5
- Romance: 4/5
- + the grand gesture got a unique twist
- – the audiobook didn’t give the right energy in my opinion
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1,676 reviews43 followers
August 8, 2022
8/8/2022 – Updated the review to correct the fact that I misspelled Nobel in the entire review. Yikes!

7/30/2022 - This is book 3 in the Lyon Family series. While Nobel & Dove’s relationship is fully covered in this book - the series is best enjoyed in order and there are some spoilers to The Beach in Winter here.

Leslie Pike does it again. It always seems incredible that an author can drag me through joy, grief, early love, despair, and back and I can love them for it.

This was such a fun and sexy take on opposites attract - introvert/extrovert, free-spirit/schedule-lover. Yet they worked wonderfully together. Nobel and Dove fall in love and have this terrific relationship - full of companionship, understanding, and respect. Yet Dove’s career and Nobel’s response threatens all they have built. There is an age gap of 44 to 29, but it really didn’t play a major role in the story.

I loved the opportunity to get to know the rest of the Lyons more as Dove is enfolded in the family. Lots of fun banter and partying. Awesome epilogue and I’m ready for Van’s book!

CW (contains spoilers):
Recent death of a sibling & grandparents, death of a dog from cancer on page.

Narration note for self:
I originally started by listening to this. I cannot pinpoint what was wrong - I have consistently loved Pike’s writing and narrations by Lance Greenfield and Stella Bloom. For some reason this did not click for me at all. I finally stopped listening and read it. I’m just going with “one of those weird things that happens sometimes.”
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1,311 reviews88 followers
June 30, 2021
The first chapter starts this book of in hilarious style!
I love the awkward way Nobel and Dove meet! So funny!
They are a classic opposites attract.
Nobel is in his early 40’s, stuck in his ways, loves solitude and doesn’t like attention on him.
Dove is in her late 20’s, lead singer in an up and coming band and is free spirited.
Nobel’s family adds a lot fun and warmth.
They are amazing, smart and big-hearted!
This author writes amazing families. It’s something I look forward to in her books.
Nobel and Dove fall fast into their relationship.
I thought a bit, too fast.
I’m not a huge insta-love fan though.
The conflict is easy to see…what will happen if/when Dove’s band “makes it” and she has to be away for long periods?
Nobel doesn’t like to be away from his house even overnight, so it’s a big concern.
Nobel was a bit uptight and jealous, I understood, but sometimes I wanted to yell at him.
Most of his issues were with her male band mates.
He redeemed himself with his heartwarming relationship with his elderly dog.
Man, I’m a sucker for a character that babies their dogs.
We get a glimpse of characters from a previous book, Nobel’s sister and her fiancée. Love that!
I enjoyed the fun and warmth.
I loved the ending!
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5,147 reviews56 followers
June 18, 2021
The River in Spring
Lyon Family Series, Book 2
By: Leslie Pike
Narrated by: Stella Bloom, Lance Greenfield

This book could not have come at a better time. It's a beautiful love story that has stayed with me all week! Nobel is an attorney, a little older and pretty much set in his ways. He lives near his family, and they are all very close. When he meets Dove, his life is going to change. Dove is a little younger, and is much more carefree. Raised by her grandparents, she loves with her whole heart and is loyal to a fault. You would think they wouldn't get along, but there is a spark that is undeniable. But even though opposites attract and life seems to be great, there is always something that will throw a wrench in it. Decisions need to be made, it's just a matter of what the outcome will be. It's spicy and loving, heartbreaking and frustrating! It's an amazing love story, filling your heart and making you feel.

Stella Bloom and Lance Greenfield are fantastic narrators and together bring out all the emotion in this story. Bloom is Dove, and she is a character with a lot of depth. She seems a little carefree, but there is a lot to her, and Stella brings it out. Nobel is quite a man. He enjoys his invisibility, but also wants more. Greenfield understands his character and creates the perfect personality for him. Its a superb listen and I am looking forward to the rest of the series!

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1,090 reviews7 followers
June 7, 2022
Second book from this author, but it was a bit of disappointment.
Hero too introverted person. Heroine becoming a famous singer... I don't see them together for long time.

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2,121 reviews5 followers
June 30, 2021
***** AUDIOBOOK REVIEW *****

The River in Spring by Leslie Pike is a story that plays with your heart strings. Dove and Nobel have finally found love. They found everything they wanted with the other. How can you love to fiercely and both want two different things? Dove’s been working hard to get her music really heard and now she’s on the cusp of being found. But Nashville is far from Montana. Can they make it work? Can they learn to love enough and be together?

The narration by Lance Greenfield and Stella Bloom was done great. Greenfield plays Nobel’s character flawlessly. You can feel his struggle and the pain of his choices. Stella Bloom is an amazing Dove. Dove is such a free spirit. She’s full of fun and life, and love. You can feel her expose her love and show Nobel her bare heart. I just loved these two together. The emotions just pulsed from this story.
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439 reviews6 followers
June 28, 2021
*Standalone*

Nobel is a simple man. He likes routine and not a lot of fuss or attention. They call him ‘The Invisible Man’.
Dove is a free spirit. She was raised by her hippie grandparents. She’s a musician that is on the brink of being discovered.
Nobel and Dove meet when Nobel literally falls for Dove. They couldn’t be more different. But they fall in love anyway. Can Nobel bend his routine so he can be with Dove to follow her dreams? I loved this book and these characters. Can’t wait to see who we meet next.
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3,189 reviews
June 19, 2021
Nobel is older and likes his solitude. Dove is singer in a band trying to make it big. They are very different. They must decide if their differences are too insurmountable. Nobel has the most to lose and is expected by everyone to be the one to change. Both narrators were good.
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3,719 reviews64 followers
June 28, 2021
The River In Spring by Leslie Pike was such a sweet and charming read about opposites attracts with great character names, Nobel and Dove. Nobel is a quiet man who likes his life just as it is. Dove on the other hand is cheerful and fun and lives life to the fullest. They share one of the best meet cute I have seen in a while, and I loved watching them fall. But can Nobel be a part of Dove’s life and risk everything he values, or will he risk it all for love? I loved their journey so much and just devoured their story. This is part of a series and can be read as a standalone, however, I do recommend reading the previous book as well.

Happy reading!
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2,269 reviews18 followers
June 26, 2021
We had glimpses of the extended Lyon family in the Beach in Winter. A River in Spring introduces us to brother Nobel, a 40 something set in his ways and nicknamed “the Invisible Man”

A truly fun meet cute brings Dove into his life and a sweet story unfolds. Nobel and Dove (along with their family and friends) were great characters to get to know. I appreciated how Ms Pike took the potentially extreme personality differences and managed to blend them into something that could be love.

The conflict of A River in Spring is woven into the story in such a way that we can see it coming, but weren’t sure how things would play out. I loved how Nobel was surrounded by strong women and could see his own struggles in reconciling his wants with someone else’s.

Family, both those by blood and by choice, play a huge role in this well written book. This is a man interconnected stand-alone. It was nice to see where Scarlett and Parish (from a A Beach in Winter) are now and get an idea of who the other Lyon brothers are. I am looking forward to seeing more from this family!
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689 reviews27 followers
March 17, 2024
The River In Spring- Leslie Pike
Narrated by Lance Greenfield and Stella Bloom

Rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Narration 🎧🎧🎧🎧

I don’t think this was supposed to be a rom com or anything but there were parts that I was cracking up. It is definitely an emotional drama between two opposites trying to navigate new paths in life together as one and letting go of being invisible and embracing the spot light.

Beautiful narration. I think this is the first I’ve listened to Stella Bloom or Lance Greenfield and I was happy with their performance.
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1,226 reviews152 followers
June 26, 2021
What a funny light hearted opposites attract romance! The meet cute was a hoot, if not a little pervy lol but this book definitely had its charm and quirks. 4 stars!

ARC received in exchange for an honest review.
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910 reviews82 followers
March 9, 2022
**Audiobook Review**

The River in Spring is a sweet, insta-love, opposites attract romance. It is a steamy and heartfelt story about two unlikely souls matching and falling in love.

Dove is a gorgeous creative soul. She is feisty, strong and confident. After having to put her music career on hold she is finally getting a second chance and the break she’s been waiting for.

Nobel and Dove hit it off instantly. It is quite the meet cute story albeit slightly unusual and a little unlikely. Nobel is quiet and introverted. He is stubborn, and content to live life without any attachments (except his family). Until he meets Dove. They quickly fall for one another and become wrapped up in each other’s lives. Until the moment Dove has been waiting for and finally gets her big break in music. Although an extremely happy time for Dove, Nobel struggles with what this means for their future.

As much as I enjoyed the story, I struggled with Nobel’s attitude towards Dove and her career aspirations. He was self sabotaging when it came to his own happiness and treated Dove unfairly when it came to supporting her. In the end, Dove forgave Nobel for his faults, although for my tastes a little too quickly. I would have liked to have seen a little bit of grovelling.

Despite finding the story lacking, I adored the narration done by Lance Greenfield and Stella Bloom. Their voices paired together worked so well. They each deliver a powerful, emotional performance and brought these characters to life beautifully.

While this wasn’t my favourite in the series, I’m fully invested in the Lyon family and am looking forward to Van’s story next in The Sky In Summer.
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1,278 reviews50 followers
December 16, 2021
***Audibook Review***
The River In Spring by Lesile Pike was a sweet, funny, and swoony romance. After listening to The Beach in Winter, I was curious about more of the Lyon family, including Nobel. This heartfelt, emotional, opposites attract romance had me captivated from the start with Nobel and Dove's romance.

This audiobook is narrated by Lance Greenfield and Stella Bloom. Both narrators did such an amazing job! Nobel Lyon is an introvert and an attorney, and works best behind the scenes. Lance did a terrific job showcasing all of Nobel's timid, intricate feelings as he fell deeply in love with Dove. Dove was his complete opposite with such an outgoing and extroverted type personality. Stella was spot on conveying all of Dove's wants, desires, and passions in her performance. I loved the undeniable and instant chemistry these two characters had!

Overall, I really enjoyed this addition to the Lyon Family Series. If you love an opposites attract romance with a hilarious meet cute by a river, an introverted hunky attorney, an lively determined heroine with music goals, catching up with all the Lyon family, an ambitious band named Montana, a sweet lovable dog named Maudie, all the delicious steamy times, and the best HEA one can "envision," then you will love Nobel and Dove's story. I'm looking forward to more from Leslie Pike!
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2,060 reviews55 followers
February 12, 2025
This one was a funny, sweet and steamy story. Nobel and Dove story. This an older man/ younger woman. This starts with Nobel being caught peeping on Dove when he ends up falling out of the tree he climbed with the binoculars. Nobel is an established lawyer and he ends up falling for an up and coming singer. Dove had a chance once to become noticed but gave it up when her Grandfather got sick and needed to be taken care of, what happens when you get a second chance but it might compromise your relationship.
I enjoyed listening to this story. The only thing I would say and this is because some of the audio I started with when it's told by two narrators the female took over the female roles and the males would do the male role. In this book each narrator takes a chapter and the characters are given a different voice.
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2,151 reviews3 followers
June 20, 2022
This is a good solid 3-star story, maybe 3.5. Honestly? It didn’t capture me as much as The Beach in Winter (book 2). The best part of The River in Spring is the meeting of Nobel and Dove. It is hilarious! Both are wonderful characters, I just didn’t really think they fit one another as well as the author thought they fit together. I'm sure that was just me, though. I had no trouble completing the book, it was interesting and entertaining enough. The connection between Noble and Dove just didn’t come across nearly as strong as the connection between Scarlett and Parish. The Beach in Winter, for me, was a much more compelling story.
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3,308 reviews23 followers
July 8, 2021
Wonderful Story & Audible Listen🎧 Sweet & Heartfelt!
The River in Spring
Lyon Family Series, Book 2
By: Leslie Pike
Narrated by: Stella Bloom, Lance Greenfield

Leslie Pike pens another wonderful romance novel, the story drew me right from the start, capturing my attention and holding it for the entire book. There are many memorable moments in this book including how the two lead characters first meet, you could even say Nobel fell for Dove not long after laying eyes on her. Nobel Lyon is an attorney who works behind the scenes, he prefer to be in the background, loves his home, the land and his dog and best friend Maudie. Dove Solomon grew up with her Grandparents, they taught her to love the land and to live life to the fullest and to go after what she wants. She is a bit mystical and has an ability to see visions of the future, that sight helps to push her in the right direction and toward her destiny. Dove reaches forks in the road and has to make decisions that not only affect her future but that of the members of the band she is in, Montana. But the one thing Dove knows for sure she is destined to be with Nobel, at least that is what she thought and felt. I thought those two were great together and perfect for each other, the chemistry between them was smoking hot. This is a fabulous opposites attract romance, the story is beautifully plotted with plenty of heartfelt emotions, drama, some loving moments, heartbreaking ones and some steamy hot ones. This is the second book of the series but can be enjoyed on it’s own, there is a great camaraderie amongst the Lyon’s family members and I will definitely be checking out the rest of the series, I hope it comes to audio soon. Leslie Pike, thank you for this wonderful story and the emotional rollercoaster ride.

🎧📚🎧 And for the fabulous narration, Stella Bloom and Lance Greenfield are talented narrators and voice artists. They did an awesome job portraying the characters, giving each their own distinct voice and personality. I loved how they took each role and made it their own, sounding convincing and believable and just as I pictured the characters to sound. Lance Greenfield played Nobel’s role with perfection, captured his sincerity, as well as all his emotions in his inner dialogue. Stella Bloom’s Dove was spot on too, carefree at times and deep and meaningful at other times. Both were awesome with the secondary characters as well. They are entertaining storytellers and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for this awesome listen!
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1,468 reviews6 followers
July 24, 2022
I'm totally loving everything I'm reading by Leslie Pike - she's a brilliant author and storyteller. I highly recommend picking up any book she has written, but especially the Lyon Family series. This one, book 3 in the series, was another fantastic addition!

The River in Spring is a 4 to 4.5 star read and listen (I picked up the KU ebook to go along with the audio I was listening to, and it was a great combo) - the fantastic writing along with 2 of my favourite narrators was perfection! The story of Nobel, the loner middle child of the family (nicknamed "The Invisible Man" because he liked to observe and be on the sidelines), who lives on a remote piece of land, and Dove, a gorgeous younger gal who hikes in to fish on his river (43, 28, I believe they were).

Despite the big age difference, and the extremely uncomfortable meet-cute (when he is spying on her up a tree, and falls, rolling down a hill to her feet), they hit it off and continue to get to know each other, bonding over his elderly dog, her love of fishing on his land, and the fact that she can hide out and doesn't need to hide her rockstar identity - her band hasn't quite made the big-time yet, but she has a feeling they're just about to make it! That does seem to be something of a bone of contention between them - as the band is offered bigger gigs, and Dove needs to go and wants him to come, Nobel is quite content in his quiet home life. They know they are meant for each other, but working around this huge roadblock might just be impossible.

There are so many highs and lows in this story, and I really did love it, especially the audio/ebook combo (always better when you can read along, but best to have it read to you!). Lance Greenfield and Stella Bloom did a brilliant job, and you can always count on them to bring a stellar performance!

I definitely recommend this book and series (it could be a standalone, but far better if you read the first two in the series ahead of time for the Lyon family background), to absolutely everybody! There are not really any trigger warnings I can think of that would necessary to warn about, unless you have recently lost a pet and an elderly, unwell dog would be a trigger. Dove had a bit of a tragic family history, but it wasn't discussed too in-depth for the storyline.

I received an advance listen copy from Home Cooked Books, and this is my honest feedback - thank you!
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947 reviews6 followers
August 1, 2022
The River In Spring is a wonderful small-town, age-gap romance with so much heart and emotion that you won't want to put it down. It starts off fast, and Nobel and Dove fall in love quickly and completely.

Nobel is used to being a bit of an invisible man in his family, the older brother that's steady and loyal, who has a calm, solitary existence. Enter Dove, who is full of energy, spark and a zest for life that leads her straight to Nobel. They have an instant connection, one that can't be denied.

When these two get together, it's like two parts of one soul finally finding each other. They each have what the other needs to find balance. Nobel needs Dove to break him out of his routine, and Dove needs Nobel to find the center in the eye of her storm. As Dove's career starts to rise, Dove and Nobel have to fight to make their places in each other's worlds.

Lance Greenfield and Stella Bloom were the perfect narrators for this romance. Lance captured the awe of Nobel falling in love, and hesitancy he had in letting himself leave his safe existence as he was drawn into Dove's orbit. Stella embodied Dove's spirit and zeal, and her desire to grab love by the hand and hold it for everything it's worth.

This is a great romance in a series of stand-alone small-town family romances. I can't wait to experience more of the Lyon family.



The book was also all about the choices you make–or the ones you refuse to make, that equate to choices too. Some of them are easy, others not, and they can imply changes you aren’t willing to make too.

There was a lot I appreciated about the story, but I guess I should have read it instead of listening to it. The narrators are good, don’t get me wrong, but I felt their style didn’t match with the book’s atmosphere or the characters’ energy. It wasn’t unpleasant to listen to, though I probably missed some feels.

Quickie

- Series: Lyon family #2 (can be read as a standalone)
- Hashtags: #small town romance #age gap #opposites attract #introvert #rockstar
- Triggers: animal sickness
- Main couple: Dove Solomon & Nobel Lyon
- Hotness: 3/5
- Romance: 4/5
- + the grand gesture got a unique twist
- – the audiobook didn’t give the right energy in my opinion
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446 reviews14 followers
July 27, 2022
Book 3 in the series but it stands alone perfectly. You have a little more depth on the side characters if you've read the earlier works, but it's not required to enjoy this one.

Noble is happy in his invisible self contained existence. He has his family, his dog, his land and his job. But then he meets her, his mountain girl, and everything changes.

Dove is an artist, a free spirit and loyally devoted to those she loves. She's the lead singer of a band who missed their shot once upon a time because Dove chose to put family first and she never regretted the choice. It was exactly what she needed to do. But now life is bringing her love and joy and a whole lot of potential futures to choose from.

The Lyon family is loud and joyous and so much fun. I love them tons as the background for Noble's story. The family sees Mr. Invisible more than he thinks and when they call him out, it's definitely worth listening to their wisdom.

The audiobook is performed by Lance Greenfield and Stella Bloom. Lance brought out all of Noble's levels and facets perfectly. From impulsive to enamored to lustful to embarrassed to desperate to devastated, Noble goes through it all in this story and Lance delivers it all. I was heartbroken at times and completely engrossed in the emotions of the story. Stella Bloom is such a delight to listen to. She brought Dove's snark, enthusiasm and determination to the party for me to embrace with my ears. It was a delightful listen.

I requested and was provided with a copy of the audiobook. These are my honest opinions.
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2,290 reviews20 followers
July 23, 2022
**Audiobook Review**

“The River in Spring” is the third book in the “Lyon Family” series and it is full of steam, laughter, and heart.

Nobel Lyon has always been the more quiet and kept to himself member of the family. So his remote house in Montana with just his dog suits him just fine. When he stumbles upon a gorgeous woman in the river by his property, he is captivated by her. Dove is a free spirit who goes with the flow and is a singer for a local band. With their interesting meet, she’s as interested in him as he is with her.

Okay, that opening chapter was hilarious. At first, I didn’t know where it was going but by the middle of it, I was cracking up. Nobel and Dove are opposites and that works so well for them. Even if he is happy, Nobel has gotten set in his ways. Dove was the perfect amount of chaos to shake things up. Dove is just a genuine soul and I couldn’t help like her as much as Nobel and the rest of the Lyon Family. We get lots of time with the rest of the Lyon family and that made me so happy. They’re all so wonderful.

Lance Greenfield and Stella Bloom were amazing choices to narrate Nobel and Dove. Lance brought all of Nobel’s feelings and vulnerabilities to life. Stella was wonderful and I will always listen to anything she narrates.
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150 reviews2 followers
August 1, 2022
🎧Audiobook Review🎧
A sweet opposites attract romance❤️
Nobel Lyon is in his 40s and set in his ways. He’s a an introvert the invisible man who enjoys the life he has made. A successful attorney, loves his family and dog. Living his version of his best life..UNTIL he spotted someone fishing on his property. Dove is young, free spirited and a phenomenal singer with a band aspiring fir the big time. They could not be more Opposite but the attraction and chemistry they have together is undeniable. The question is can two people who want different lives make it work?....
There is something so relatable about each of the books I’ve listened to from Leslie Pike and this one is no different. It’s a sweet and sexy romance with real obstacles. What I loved about this book aside from the characters was that you really understood both characters. They both had valid understandable points of view for the future of their lives and relationship. It was fantastically written, steamy, funny, heartbreaking and enjoyable. Stella Bloom and Lance Greenfield did a wonderful job narrating. They expressed the love frustration, sadness, uncertainty and passion of this couple perfectly!
Overall a great romance listen 5/5⭐️ I adore the Lyon Family!
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4,081 reviews21 followers
July 27, 2022
This is book 3 in the Lyon Family series by Pike and a beautiful addition to this series. While this can be read as a stand alone, it does reference the lives and loves of this family so the characters do inter connect but each book focus' on a different member and has it's own storyline. This is Nobel and Dove's story. First - I love these names. Each has experienced family loss that has effected them deeply and shaped the trajectory of their lives. When an opportunity arises for Dove that she has awaited a lifetime for will it be more than this new love can withstand? How much power does true love have?!? I adore that each of these characters has had the example of what true love looks like in real life and knows that it's obtainable. I love the dual point of view as well as the dual narration. Perfect storyline flow - you feel immersed in the lives of these two characters and fall in love with their families and chosen families. I can't wait to get on another emotional ride courtesy of Pike and this series.

This book was given to me for free at my request and I voluntarily provided this review.
*this review is based on the audio version of this read.
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742 reviews11 followers
February 22, 2024
ALC review

Dove and Nobel
Narrated by Lance Greenfield and Stella Bloom
He’s an introvert, she’s an extrovert
Opposite attracts
Small town
Age gap

Nobel is used to being an invisible man in his family, the older brother, an attorney the quiet one but also a dirty talking alpha. Dove is spiritual bliss confident and strong. Raised by her grandparent who show her love and to always to go after what she wants not to let anyone stop her. There first meet was funny not so meet cute she was naked outdoor from her tent. Nobel was pretending bird watching when caught after falling from a tree. They start dating but Dove career which is singer/ song writer in a band. She the lead singer in Montana. Until the moment Dove has been waiting for and finally gets her big break in music. Although an extremely happy time for Dove, Nobel struggles with what this means for their future Nobel has issues with and his family make him realize his struggles.

Dove felt Nobel was not supporting her and her career but then he ask for forgiveness and Dove accepted it.
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361 reviews3 followers
July 4, 2021
5 Magnificent Stars!!!

Another fantastic story! This author has a gift for creating the best storylines full of unique, warm, endearing families and even more amazing individual characters and couples.

Noble and Dove are everything I needed right now. Funny, deliciously sexy with just the perfect amount of anticipation and build up to the inevitable conflict every memorable romance needs. The journey these two unlikely lovers endure reveals all of their personal insecurities as well as the depth of their dedication and feelings they each have on the line. Where Noble is older, content to live in his bubble of set ways, Dove is young and on the brink of stardom. Can these two navigate the bumps in the road to their happiness? I sure hope so. I was rooting for them from the moment they met.

And like book 1 The Beach In Winter - this book and these characters touched my soul and will stick with me forever. I can't wait for Van's book.
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July 10, 2021
Dove and Nobel’s first meeting sets the stage for the hilarity that follows. I loved the way they were with each other. She is a free-spirit, raised by hippie grandparents and he’s a simple man with a love for the routine. Although Dove is young in her late twenties, she is mature and grounded, perfect for the 40-something Nobel.
The book is full of laughter and love, with Nobel’s family always there willing to help and Dove’s bandmates ready to jump in if she needs them. When hard decisions present themselves, Dove and Nobel have to prove their love is strong and can withstand anything.
Dove and Nobel’s love is clear and can be felt whenever they’re together. They are perfect for each other and I loved the way they weren’t afraid to show it.
This is part of the Lyon Family series and can be read as a standalone, but I recommend reading the first book as well.
1,149 reviews7 followers
June 23, 2021
Nobel meets Dove in grand fashion when he falls out of the tree while spying on her. Dove is free spirited, adventurous and young. Nobel has always been the Invisible Man, steady, stable and doesn't like change. Can these two opposites find their way to love?

Oh Dove will make you laugh with her free spirited personality. Nobel is sweet and has the love and support of his amazing family. Leslie Pike writes so much emotion into her books and Dove's story is no different. This story isn't always easy but it is so worth the heartache. You could read this as a standalone but I highly recommend starting with The Beach in Winter. Love this family and looking forward to more of their stories!
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July 5, 2021
I really enjoyed this fun, sweet and steamy love story! Nobel and Dove have a hilarious meet cute and these opposites have a fiery attraction right from the start. Nobel is a successful attorney who loves his quiet life. Dove is a young, spirited singer in an up and coming band. She loves experiencing life in all it's glory, that includes Nobel. Despite their age difference, Dove and Nobel have fun together and their chemistry is off the charts. But what happens when Dove and her band get an offer they can't refuse? Will Dove and Nobel be able to find a compromise, or will their differences be too hard to over come, breaking both their hearts? I loved this fun and heartwarming romance. Dove, Nobel, and their family and friends are fun, quirky, loving and supportive.
I always enjoy listening to Stella Bloom, and Lance Greenfield's narration. They did an amazing job bringing this heartwarming and sizzling story to life, immersing me in their world, and making this a captivating listen.
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20.1k reviews256 followers
July 3, 2021
This is the 2nd book in this series and is Nobel and Gemma’s story. Nobel is an attorney, who is an introvert, observer, and logical thinker, who does not handle changes in his life very well, and he loves his life of solitude. Gemma is a free spirit, who is fun, an extravert, a ray of sunshine, and is the singer in a band, and while fishing on Nobel’s property, he falls out of a tree at her feet. These two may be complete opposites, but fate has destined them to be soulmates. This is a well written sweet and fun story which is endearing, charming, humorous, intriguing, entertaining, and with love and family, which all leads to an addictive page turner. I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
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