I loved this story so much—from the characters, the setting, and the storyline to the deaf representation and the depiction of island life. The audiobI loved this story so much—from the characters, the setting, and the storyline to the deaf representation and the depiction of island life. The audiobook was well-narrated, and I couldn't stop listening. ...more
Every time I hear that Sarina is coming out with a new novel that involves the characters from True North series, I get a little giddy because I can’tEvery time I hear that Sarina is coming out with a new novel that involves the characters from True North series, I get a little giddy because I can’t wait to read it. Heading back to Vermont to visit the Shipleys and Rossis in their little town always gives me the coziest of feelings.
Matteo Rossi left town immediately after high school, with only a few sparse visits in 14 years. He’s gone from a struggling ski sharpener to a successful entrepreneur who owns a guided ski adventure company, but he never got the girl he pined for all those years ago.
Leila Giltmaker also pined for a boy she couldn’t have and didn’t understand why he would suddenly disappear from her life after being friends for all through high school. They were thick as thieves, along with Rory, until Matteo moved and never returned.
Unfortunately, Matteo’s absence leaves a hole that Leila thought she could fill with a marriage to Rory—which turns out to be one of the biggest mistakes of her life.
When Matteo returns to town, it’s almost like he never left. His family accepts him back into the fold with only a little resistance, and their almost immediate banter and razzing is proof of that. He’s missed so much while away, but nothing as much as Leila.
Matteo and Leila have so much chemistry it leaps off the page. I love that they try to resist their feelings without realizing that the other is just as head over heels the entire time.
When Leila decides she wants a baby, a torrent of feelings is unleashed. I loved watching them navigate those feelings while also trying to maintain a professional distance throughout their ‘transactional deeds.’
There’s so much to love about this book, including Matteo’s pain from the death of his friend and business partner, Leila’s struggles with the timing of a pregnancy and her obstinate family, to the truly supportive family they all become.
I’m so happy that there is a spin-off from my beloved True North series, and we can continue to visit our favorite characters!...more
I love this entire series, but every time I think of Caleb, I think of that "looks like a cinnamon roll, is a cinnamon roll" Reel audi★★ 4.5 stars! ★★
I love this entire series, but every time I think of Caleb, I think of that "looks like a cinnamon roll, is a cinnamon roll" Reel audio. Gah! He's just so sweet and supportive and patient and exactly what Layla needed.
Excellent debut, charming small town and Christmas tree farm, great slow burn friends to lovers with a fake relationship thrown in. Overall enjoyable Excellent debut, charming small town and Christmas tree farm, great slow burn friends to lovers with a fake relationship thrown in. Overall enjoyable and recommend reading!
Also. 5 words: NINE YEARS OF MUTUAL PINING ...more
Cute friends-to-lovers romance sports romance. I think the friend zone lasted for too long, but I also think fans of R.S. Grey will ★★ 3.5-4 stars! ★★
Cute friends-to-lovers romance sports romance. I think the friend zone lasted for too long, but I also think fans of R.S. Grey will definitely love the vibe of this author's writing and characters....more
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