I think by now most of you know that brother's best friend is one of my top 3 favorite tropes. So when I read the teaser for Feels Like Love, I was all in. I could not resist, and immediately dove in. Add in forced proximity, the single parent trope, and small town romance, and I'm done for.
In Feels Like Love, we have Wren and Bennett. They have known each other for years, and there is an attraction there. Yet neither speaks of it or acts on it. Especially since Bennett is Liam's best friend. When there is a flood at Bennett's home, Liam suggests that he stay with Wren. After all they are friends, and he is sure that River and Wren would love having him around. Plus Liam knows that Bennett will keep his eye on Wren. What Liam doesn't know is that 1) Bennett has been in love with Wren for years but will not act on it due to their friendship, 2) Wren asks Bennett to be her dating coach, and 3) a relationship blossoms. Liam is out of the loop, until the moment he isn't. Can a friendship survive? What about this new relationship? How will River react to the news?
I freaking adored, ADORED, Feels Like Love. All the tropes were handled wonderfully. You could feel the tension between Wren and Bennett. You could see Wren doing her best to move on with her life through dating others. You could see how it pained Bennett for her to be doing as such. But would could also feel the connection between Bennett and Wren. You could see the bond building. You could feel the love that was in this home. Then there is the relationship that Bennett has with River (Wren's son). That was ever so special, and precious. Loved all of that. Then there is the big dramatic moment that happens, and oh my heart. I couldn't take it. My heart hurt for River, for Wren, for Bennett, for Liam. Then add in the other storyline that was revealed, and well that just crushed me. At the end of the book, my heart was healing, and I was glad that Wren and Bennett received their HEA. They made it through the rough patches, and are on to the next season of their lives.
If you are like me, and enjoy the tropes I mentioned above, then please go grab Feels Like Love. Chances are high that you'll fall for these characters like I did. And yes, I will be continuing on with the Alondra Valley series. Do I know when the next book is coming? Nope. But I will be keeping my eyes open for it.
Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts,
Laura
Laura
So, I do what any good friend would—avoid her.
At least, until my house floods, and my best friend suggests I move in with Wren.
Resisting her has never been easy.
But when Wren convinces me to be her dating coach, it’s impossible.
The more we "practice," the harder I fall for her and her amazing son.
The more I start to believe what we have is real.
It feels like love, but is it worth risking my friendship with Wren and her brother to know if she feels the same?
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Meet Jenna Hartley
Contemporary romance author, Jenna Hartley writes about strong, independent women and the men who dare to love them. Her characters aren’t perfect; they're authentic. Her passion is to make their stories feel as real for readers as they do to her, infusing each one with sexy, sweet, and laughable moments that reflect real love.
When she's not writing, Jenna spends her days chasing after a hilarious and imaginative toddler, as well as hunting down new allergy-friendly recipes for them to cook together.
She lives in Texas with her family and loves nothing more than a good book, good chocolate, and Topo Chico.
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