A review by admya
Make Your Move by Cali Melle

4.0

🏒 Pro Hockey Romance 
💕 Single Mom 
🏒 Teammate/Best Friend’s Sister 
💕 Roommates to Lovers 
🏒 Forced Proximity 
💕 He Falls First 

Star: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 
Spice: 🌶️ 

Make Your Move by Cali Melle is a captivating second-chance romance that explores the powerful emotions of rekindled love, family, and the challenges of moving forward. The story follows Nova Simmons, a single mom, who thought she had left her past behind, including her forbidden attraction to her brother’s best friend, Lincoln Matthews. But when Lincoln unexpectedly moves back into her life—and into her home—the sparks from their past ignite once again. 

Nova is a well-crafted character, balancing her role as a dedicated mother with her unresolved feelings for Lincoln. The tension between them is palpable from the start, as old memories resurface, and Nova struggles to resist the pull of the man she once kissed the night before he left town. Lincoln, on the other hand, is torn between his loyalty to his best friend and the growing affection he feels for Nova and her daughter. 

Cali Melle masterfully creates a blend of warmth, humor, and heartache as the characters navigate their changing relationship. The chemistry between Lincoln and Nova builds slowly, with moments of vulnerability and tenderness that make their eventual romance deeply satisfying. Lincoln’s internal conflict—torn between what he believes is right and what his heart truly wants—adds depth to his character and makes his journey even more compelling. 

With themes of second chances, family, and emotional growth, *Make Your Move* offers readers a heartfelt and relatable romance. Melle’s writing shines in the moments of emotional tension, and the resolution is both fulfilling and realistic. Perfect for readers who love a swoon-worthy friends-to-lovers trope with a dash of familial complexity, this book is a delightful and touching read.