Reviewed by Sam@WLABB on
This book is built around Spence and Colbie, whose romance starts with a splash, literally. I knew from their meet-cute that this was going to be a fun pairing. Colbie was a successful writer, who had forgotten to live her life. She had spent such a huge chunk of her time caring for everyone else, she forgot about herself. Spence was a genius, who was still reeling from the demise of his last relationship as well as the betrayal of a sort of friend. He was so married to his job, that he was unable to maintain any romantic relationships, but a dog and a fountain may have changed his luck in the love department.
These two were fabulous together. My heart melted with the things Spence did for Colbie and the things she did for him. I really liked Colbie and I wanted people to appreciate her and show her the love and affection that she deserved. She finally found that in Spence, but she kept letting things get in the way. There were times when I just wanted to reach through the page and give her a little shake to bring her to her senses. It was frustrating at times, but the payoff was worth it.
It was fun going on excursions with Spence and Colbie as they attempted to complete all the items on her San Francisco list. I have never visited San Fran, so it was a nice touch getting to hit some of the major sights in that city via Spence and Colbie. Spence really went all out with each list item, and I was really proud of him for not jumping straight to number ten.
As expected, the other residents of Cow Hollow were there to give Spence their two cents with respect to Colbie. Some were skeptical, some were encouraging, but all had Spence's best interest in heart, and that is why I love this group so much. Everyone needs a tribe, who will be there for them. To pick them up when they are down, to help them see what is right in front of them, to support them in their time of need, and that is what they have in each other in the Cow Hollow.
Let's review:
A heroine you want to root for.
A hero who will melt your heart
Fun antics with the Cow Hollow crew
Characters who grow and change and surprise themselves and others
Moving backstories.
A light and breezy romance with an HEA ending
Christmas magic as an added touch
Overall: Another great addition to a series I am so in love with. I may have to sell my house in Lucky Harbor to rent an apartment in Cow Hollow.
Reading updates
- Started reading
- 22 September, 2017: Finished reading
- 22 September, 2017: Reviewed