Trope
Heat Factor: It’s sweeping and romantic
Character Chemistry: So perfect
Plot: He first saw her as a teen, on a day that changed his life forever. Sixteen years later, he meets her again – only to discover that they’re now on opposite sides of an emotional divide.
Overall: Automatic favorite. I am wrecked.
Arroyo Blanco, Book 1
Heat Factor: There’s a little bit of spice.
Character Chemistry: Well, she dunks him in a lagoon at their first meeting, so I think we’re off to a great start!
Plot: Emilia writes dirty stories under a pen name; Ruben writes scathing critiques of these stories under a pen name – and wants to write an exposé of the author. Banter and shenanigans ensue.
Overall: The set up is so strong, but the ending felt rushed.
Albin Academy, Book 2
Review of Albin Academy, Book 1
Heat Factor: To use Holly’s metric: 🍆🍆🍆
Character Chemistry: I might recommend therapy over a relationship, but it is what it is
Plot: Student is in trouble, teachers Rian and Damon process a lot of feelings
Overall: Longiloquent is not an inapt descriptor for this book
Hot and Hammered, Book 3
Review of Hot and Hammered, Book 2
Heat Factor: Hot and Hammered is a pretty accurate description
Character Chemistry: Teasing starts mean, eventually becomes good-natured
Plot: When Bethany walks off her job, Wes pulls a Zellweger and follows her. Plus Wes is trying to figure out how to parent his niece.
Overall: I loved the relationship, but I had qualms about some of the other stuff
Love on Cue, Book 3
Reviews of Love on Cue Book 1, Book 2
Heat Factor: Unlike Danny Zuko, Anthony can Get It at the drive in.
Character Chemistry: So much witty banter – but they also really see each other
Plot: I really like you, but you definitely don’t want a relationship.
Overall: Low angst. High heat. I couldn’t put it down.
