netgyrl's review
5.0
Wow. I devoured this book like a delicious chocolate truffle. It was a quick, fun read. Both MCs were likeable and interesting. The angst/drama made sense. I would LOVE to see this made into a hallmark romance.
arthurgdean's review
4.0
Review on BookLover
I got an ARC as an exchange for an honest review.
Hazel and Audrey meet while traveling for business. They have a one night stand and then part ways, thinking they'll never meet again, Except, they do, and it's the beginning of an angsty romance that complicates both of their lives.
When I have a reader's block or just don't feel like reading, usually, lesbian romances are the way to go. It's been the case with this one as well: fast-paced, with likable characters (apart from Dorothy and Michael), some sexy times, and special treats (this time it was chocolates... yum), this book is surely one of my favourites of the year so far.
Hazel and Audrey are VERY different people.
While Hazel has a chocolate shop and likes stability, Audrey is a TV host and likes to travel around the world.
I surely prefer Hazel for her mindset, but I can understand the appeal of a person like Audrey, having one-night stands all around the world and never setting down.
What I liked about the two of them is that both of them evolve a lot during the story: Hazel learns to be less strict with herself, Audrey understands what really matters to her.
Cue to all the craziness of the two of them (it's spoilers, but who read this book knows what I'm talking about) which was really funny and if I wasn't lgbt+ I would deem it as impossible. Like, really, Audrey? Really? I loved her at that moment.
And Hazel too!
Gimme more of the crazy-in-love lesbians doing madwoman-stuff for each other, please!
I also kind of enjoyed the drama that their differences bring, because it gave fire to the story. They clearly love each other, but their careers really don't match, and it brings sweet sweet pain to the both of them as well as satisfaction when it all wraps up. The epilogue was so sweet!
I really liked all the chocolate talk, it's my weakness and I really want to try this damn fictional shop's sweets. Maybe in my dreams. Imagine me as Gollum, please.
One last note about the style: it didn't drag nor was it heavy at all. I loved reading this book, and it was a page-turner, even though every time the landlord, Dorothy, or Michael showed up I was ready to fight or got so annoyed I had to stop for a few minutes.
I would totally read another book by this author. I love finding more lgbt+ authors and getting new favorites.
I got an ARC as an exchange for an honest review.
Hazel and Audrey meet while traveling for business. They have a one night stand and then part ways, thinking they'll never meet again, Except, they do, and it's the beginning of an angsty romance that complicates both of their lives.
When I have a reader's block or just don't feel like reading, usually, lesbian romances are the way to go. It's been the case with this one as well: fast-paced, with likable characters (apart from Dorothy and Michael), some sexy times, and special treats (this time it was chocolates... yum), this book is surely one of my favourites of the year so far.
Hazel and Audrey are VERY different people.
While Hazel has a chocolate shop and likes stability, Audrey is a TV host and likes to travel around the world.
I surely prefer Hazel for her mindset, but I can understand the appeal of a person like Audrey, having one-night stands all around the world and never setting down.
What I liked about the two of them is that both of them evolve a lot during the story: Hazel learns to be less strict with herself, Audrey understands what really matters to her.
Cue to all the craziness of the two of them (it's spoilers, but who read this book knows what I'm talking about) which was really funny and if I wasn't lgbt+ I would deem it as impossible. Like, really, Audrey? Really? I loved her at that moment.
And Hazel too!
Gimme more of the crazy-in-love lesbians doing madwoman-stuff for each other, please!
I also kind of enjoyed the drama that their differences bring, because it gave fire to the story. They clearly love each other, but their careers really don't match, and it brings sweet sweet pain to the both of them as well as satisfaction when it all wraps up. The epilogue was so sweet!
I really liked all the chocolate talk, it's my weakness and I really want to try this damn fictional shop's sweets. Maybe in my dreams. Imagine me as Gollum, please.
One last note about the style: it didn't drag nor was it heavy at all. I loved reading this book, and it was a page-turner, even though every time the landlord, Dorothy, or Michael showed up I was ready to fight or got so annoyed I had to stop for a few minutes.
I would totally read another book by this author. I love finding more lgbt+ authors and getting new favorites.
lsnack's review
5.0
Sweet as candy
It seems destiny was always on their side. Hazel and Audrey have amazing chemistry. The romantic gestures they do for each other is heartwarming. I like that this story wasn't filled with angst. They had their share of obstacles, but in the end they just need to trust their hearts.
It seems destiny was always on their side. Hazel and Audrey have amazing chemistry. The romantic gestures they do for each other is heartwarming. I like that this story wasn't filled with angst. They had their share of obstacles, but in the end they just need to trust their hearts.
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