I think I might have a cavity from how sickly sweet the last few chapters got. I skimmed the first 50 pages or so to get to the letter writing parts II think I might have a cavity from how sickly sweet the last few chapters got. I skimmed the first 50 pages or so to get to the letter writing parts I wanted. This was published in 2020, but it read more like 2014 - doormat heroine, overly positive view of the military, and some OW drama. This will most likely not work for most romance readers l know. I got the penpal vibes I was looking for so I'll give it an average rating....more
Cassie and Nick have been penpals for a couple years. Her brother is part of Nick's SEAL team. He's always had feelings for her, but it never worked oCassie and Nick have been penpals for a couple years. Her brother is part of Nick's SEAL team. He's always had feelings for her, but it never worked out for them to meet. While on leave he decides he's going to make his move - acting as her fake boyfriend on her work trip.
It was refreshing that there was no conflict from her brother. In fact, he knew all along Nick liked Cassie and was all for it. This novella had some really good, realistic conversations between the MCs. Nick and Cassie both act a bit jerky, but they recognize and change their behavior quickly. I would have liked a longer epilogue that was more character focused....more
Fun, instalove novella between a Navy SEAL and a down-to-earth fashionista. Ava is not what Remy is expecting, but she's everything he wants. He is onFun, instalove novella between a Navy SEAL and a down-to-earth fashionista. Ava is not what Remy is expecting, but she's everything he wants. He is on her side from the moment they meet. Just the right amount of sweet and spice....more
Very enjoyable pen-pal friends-to-lovers story. Lily is on the autism spectrum and prefers the company of animals. She's straightforward and is a goodVery enjoyable pen-pal friends-to-lovers story. Lily is on the autism spectrum and prefers the company of animals. She's straightforward and is a good friend. Forest is weary from his time in the Army and is bit grumpy, but has a soft heart for Lily.
Lily decides to send Christmas cards to local service men and women overseas. Forest is one of the men that receives a card. He decides to write back and they continue to write to each other for 2 years. Then he tries to ghost her after he's discharged. He knew he loved her and couldn't stand to be just her friend. She won't stand for his dismissal and looks him up to make sure he's OK. She didn't think she could have more than a friend in him even though she had hoped for more....more
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