Summer Time Book Review: Best of My Love

Each summer, I love reading books that make me happy, especially a friends to lovers story.

* Book 20 in the Fool's Gold series *

Shelby wants to learn how to trust men - especially after her childhood. She thinks that if she can become friends with a man, than she could learn how to have a relationship. She think she's picked the perfect candidate in Aidan.

Aidan dates tourists - lots of tourists. He doesn't want any strings attached but when one returns and he doesn't remember her, she makes a scene. So he swears off dating for six months. When Shelby approaches him with her idea, he's not sold on it, but he realizes that something has to change. So he agrees to give it a go.

No one in town believes that they are just friends - but they are, until they're not. Could romance blossom out of friendship?

My Thoughts: I adore this series and this book was really sweet. I loved how their friendship started rocky but grew as they alternated choosing activities - alternating with boy activities and girl ones. It showcased their banter, which was fantastic. I like how they helped each other come to terms with relationships in their lives - family and friends. I loved seeing more about Shelby and the bakery and all her big plans.  And that puppy was really sweet.

Cover Thoughts: Cute
Source: My Library
Library Recommendation: YES to this whole series, it's perfect for your romance readers

Final Thoughts: Another winner in this series - sweet, funny, and perfect to read by the beach this summer.

Christmas Book Review: Marry Me at Christmas

* Book 19 in the Fool's Gold series *

Madeline loves finding the perfect dress for her brides at the bridal store in town. She's never planned a wedding before but when the mayor and her friend ask her for help, she can't turn them down. The she uncovers that the wedding is for the sister of Jonny Blaze - the action star that lives in town. The one she has such a crush on, she can't seem to find words to say to him.

Jonny Blaze wants his sister to have the wedding of her dreams. He settled in Fool's Gold to get away from all that hype in Hollywood. He's sometimes dumbfounded that it happened.  He's not interested in a relationship, but the more time he spends with Maddie, the more she grows on him.

Could a winter romance be in the air?

My Thoughts: I love Fool's Gold, especially the Christmas stories. I loved learning more about Maddie, especially watching her interact with her brides and finding them the perfect dress for their special day. I enjoyed watching her fall out of her crush with the movie star and discovering him as a person. I liked Jonny's protectiveness of his sister and his crazy attempts to show her that he loved her - even if they were misguided. I loved the snow falling, the festivals, and the decorations of the town. Everything's so charming, I'd just love to visit. 

Cover Thoughts: Charming
Source: My Library

Final Thoughts: Another winner for the series. If you're not reading this series, what the heck are you waiting for?

SummerTime Book Review: Chasing Perfect

Books perfect for the beach or to read by the pool

Last year I read the Christmas book Christmas on 4th Street and I wanted to read the series from the beginning. So I started them over the summer.

Charity Jones just accepted a new position of City Planner in Fool's Gold, moving to take the job after a bad break-up. She's surprised to learn that the town has a serious lack of eligible single men and that one of her jobs will be to attract new businesses to the area.

In the first meeting to secure a new project for the town, her meeting is hijacked by the town's Golden Boy. It seems everywhere she turns, someone's mentioning Josh Golden. He may be a former cycling champion who still has big dreams and an even bigger secret, but finding a man isn't on Charity's to-do list. Sometimes, life doesn't work out the way we want...

My Thoughts:  A great introduction to this quaint small town, I loved meeting characters along with Charity and learning the town secrets. I liked the girls night and how quickly gossip spreads. I liked learning more about Josh and his past - especially his racing past. A fun romance that's perfect for summer reading and the start of a charming series that I can't wait to keep reading.

Cover Thoughts: Cute - I like the blend of colors
Source: My Library

Review: Christmas on 4th Street

Noelle loves Christmas so much that she opened her own Christmas store in Fool's Gold. Everyone around her seems to be finding their perfect matches. While Noelle's happy for her friends, she wouldn't mind finding her own happily ever after.

Gabriel's on leave from the military when he agrees to Christmas with his brother and his fiancee. But that was before he knew his parents would be there. He doesn't get along with his father. He's dreading Christmas, but after meeting Noelle, things might be looking up.

My Thoughts: I've never read a Fool's Gold book before, but now I want to go back to the beginning and learn more about this charming town and cast of characters. Both Noelle and Gabriel had terrible times in the their lives, including very dark moments. But they're both strong, good hearted, and thoughtful. A sweet romantic tale with snow, a parade, family issues, friendship, and love. 

Cover Thoughts: Perfect - love the shimmer.
Source: My Library