Devi Nair
This might be the first love story I've ever read where nothing sad happens between the couple. And honestly? It was refreshing.
Abby Jimenez delivers a romance that feels like wrapping yourself in a warm blanket and sinking into something safe, kind, and quietly beautiful. From the moment Samantha and Xavier meet (at a vet's office, with a tiny kitten in the mix — I mean, come on), their chemistry is instant. There's banter, attraction, and genuine emotional connection from the start.
And then... nothing bad happens.
Yes, there's the issue of long distance. But no dramatic misunderstanding. No delayed confessions that spiral into arguments. The transparency both of them share, the real-life conversations they have, the safe space they hold for each other — maybe a bit too perfect — but honestly, so good to listen to. The emotional maturity between these two makes this book feel like a breath of fresh air.
And can we talk about the narration? Christine Lakin and Matt Lanter brought the characters to life so naturally. Their voices held every quiet feeling, every vulnerable moment, and every playful spark just right.
This next line will probably give it away — I am not a regular romance reader. One thing I really appreciated in this book was the very limited sex scenes, which I could fly over. The rest was just chemistry, connection, and care. (More of this, please!!)
I picked this up as part of the Goodreads Summer Chart-toppers Challenge, and I'm so glad I did. It might be a little idealistic, but sometimes, that's exactly what we need.
Originally posted at www.goodreads.com.
This might be the first love story I've ever read where nothing sad happens between the couple. And honestly? It was refreshing.
Abby Jimenez delivers a romance that feels like wrapping yourself in a warm blanket and sinking into something safe, kind, and quietly beautiful. From the moment Samantha and Xavier meet (at a vet's office, with a tiny kitten in the mix — I mean, come on), their chemistry is instant. There's banter, attraction, and genuine emotional connection from the start.
And then... nothing bad happens.
Yes, there's the issue of long distance. But no dramatic misunderstanding. No delayed confessions that spiral into arguments. The transparency both of them share, the real-life conversations they have, the safe space they hold for each other — maybe a bit too perfect — but honestly, so good to listen to. The emotional maturity between these two makes this book feel like a breath of fresh air.
And can we talk about the narration? Christine Lakin and Matt Lanter brought the characters to life so naturally. Their voices held every quiet feeling, every vulnerable moment, and every playful spark just right.
This next line will probably give it away — I am not a regular romance reader. One thing I really appreciated in this book was the very limited sex scenes, which I could fly over. The rest was just chemistry, connection, and care. (More of this, please!!)
I picked this up as part of the Goodreads Summer Chart-toppers Challenge, and I'm so glad I did. It might be a little idealistic, but sometimes, that's exactly what we need.
Originally posted at www.goodreads.com.