shaybooks's review against another edition
4.0
Three Valentine Men down, three to go. So far Xavier is my favorite in the book and Hunter on the book cover. The heat level in this one was very high, Lance and Allison ‘s chemistry is was definitely off the charts. The book was a lil predictable but was still interesting I like that the author addressed an ongoing situation that is happening in all communities. I am looking forward to reading about the other Valentine Men.
jamietherebelliousreader's review
4.0
4 stars. My least favorite in the series so far unfortunately. Too much running instead of communicating from the heroine and that got on my nerves. I understood her fears but damn, get a grip! Also, the ex gf stuff felt forced and is never resolved so all of that really could’ve been left out. But, other than those two things this was still a good read. Lance made this book. He’s such a gentleman and so charming and suave. I did like Allison as well when she wasn’t being an idiot. She’s funny and likable. Their relationship was cute and romantic. I also liked that Allison has health issues and I could relate to her there. Especially her fears over them. It felt really real and honest. I still love this series and this was just what I needed because my last few reads have been flops.
red_enigma_94's review
3.0
This is the third book in this series, and again, the Valentine men have proven that they are a force to be reckoned with when it comes to matters of the heart. First, Hunter, then Xavier, now Lance--they have certainly made it difficult to choose just one, right?! Although--in my eyes--Hunter is still #1, Xavier and Lance are not that far behind. Any woman would definitely be in for a treat when a Valentine brother sets his sights on her, and Lance “upped the ante” with, “I need you to love me first." That woman never stood a chance!
_daniyelle's review
5.0
Give me a Lance!
Stephanie!!!!!! Hunnyyyyy!!! Dang I’m lost for words. I enjoy this book a lot! My hunny will be reaping the benefits of this story!
However, regardless of the sexy smexy stuff! The story had me shedding a tear of two! Lance is beyond perfect! He was such a true gentleman in all sense of the word! I love his spirit!
Great job! Btw when the next book out?
Stephanie!!!!!! Hunnyyyyy!!! Dang I’m lost for words. I enjoy this book a lot! My hunny will be reaping the benefits of this story!
However, regardless of the sexy smexy stuff! The story had me shedding a tear of two! Lance is beyond perfect! He was such a true gentleman in all sense of the word! I love his spirit!
Great job! Btw when the next book out?
now_booking's review
4.0
3.5 Stars. I really enjoyed this book- in fact, I think it might be my favorite in the series so far. The third book in the In the Heart of A Valentine series features successful, award-winning filmmaker (and doctor), Lance, and tv editor, Allison, who’s living with health issues that she’s somewhat insecure about. When a misunderstanding occurs between Allison and Lance’s dad, her health insecurities kick in and their relationship is in jeopardy.
The theme of chronic, lifestyle-related disease and dealing with that emotionally was dealt with quite well here. It’s a complex issue to unpack (I’m talking about the link between health and genetics, behavior and environment, and how weight is sometimes also a consequence of genetics, behaviour and environment), thus why people link it automatically to health. And this is something I think about frequently as someone in public health who has also been a plus sized person for most of my life who’s on the lifelong mission to be body positive and recognizes that health is not a size, but also knows that our lifestyle choices can affect our health, regardless of our size. This is a tangent because this book didn’t go into those complexities (obviously) but a protagonist did go through guilt and regrets in this area in a way that though not necessarily “body positive” felt real. And I would say that even though a protagonist was a little food policey, this never felt like a body negative book and it is my favourite in the series so far.
I like this series, but I’m finding they’re getting a lot heavier on the spice and I’m not saying that it’s filler but it is beginning to feel more about those scenes sometimes. I enjoyed this and I’m looking forward to the Christmas special.
The theme of chronic, lifestyle-related disease and dealing with that emotionally was dealt with quite well here. It’s a complex issue to unpack (I’m talking about the link between health and genetics, behavior and environment, and how weight is sometimes also a consequence of genetics, behaviour and environment), thus why people link it automatically to health. And this is something I think about frequently as someone in public health who has also been a plus sized person for most of my life who’s on the lifelong mission to be body positive and recognizes that health is not a size, but also knows that our lifestyle choices can affect our health, regardless of our size. This is a tangent because this book didn’t go into those complexities (obviously) but a protagonist did go through guilt and regrets in this area in a way that though not necessarily “body positive” felt real. And I would say that even though a protagonist was a little food policey, this never felt like a body negative book and it is my favourite in the series so far.
I like this series, but I’m finding they’re getting a lot heavier on the spice and I’m not saying that it’s filler but it is beginning to feel more about those scenes sometimes. I enjoyed this and I’m looking forward to the Christmas special.
doc_mbreezee's review
4.0
Great story!
Lance and Allison were beautiful together! The myth of perfection in relationships is just that, a myth. I’m glad Allison didn’t allow the expectations to ruin her reality.
Lance and Allison were beautiful together! The myth of perfection in relationships is just that, a myth. I’m glad Allison didn’t allow the expectations to ruin her reality.
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