Dana LeCheminant

Who needs sunshine when they’ve got Liam Connolly to brighten up the world?” I loved this book! Dana LeCheminant’s definitely a favorite author and I was so excited to read the start of this new celebrity romcom series! Moonstruck was everything I’d hoped for and more. It’s funny, romantic, entertaining, with even a hint of mystery, and so hard to put down.

Liam Connolly is a delectable, cinnamon roll MMC who’s the perfect guy if only he didn’t find himself in the right place at the wrong time. He’s a talented music star, but also so sweet, thoughtful, and down to earth. With a fractured foot and on house arrest after a misunderstanding while trying to rescue a fan, he orders food from a delivery service which caters to the wealthy. When Kasey shows up with his food and has no clue who he is, he’s definitely intrigued. After a hilarious meet-cute, he’s determined to find out more about her.

Kasey has no idea who Liam is until after she’s met him. His charm and charisma though leaves her swooning. She’s not interested in his celebrity status or in a relationship after just being burned, but when she finds out he has friends with connections who could help her with her screenwriting career, she’s tempted to continue a friendship with Liam.

I loved this story so much! Along with the sweet friendship to more relationship between Liam and Kasey, there’s a darling Taylor Swift singing budgie named Nelson, celebrity friends who I can’t wait to learn more about, neighbors who provide a bit of mystery and intrigue, and fun tie-ins with several beloved characters from previous series! I also enjoyed all the music references and how Kasey becomes Liam’s muse. I only wish I could hear his songs!

Highly recommend this fun, funny, utterly romantic, closed door, celebrity romcom! Can’t wait for the next book in the series. I received an advanced complimentary copy from the author. All opinions are my own and voluntarily provided.… (mehr)

Have you ever read the first chapter of a book and had your jaw physically drop? That’s what happened when I started this book! It will blow your mind, especially if you’ve read the previous books in the series that’ve been building up to this book. And definitely, save this book for last. While all the books in the series take place in the same time frame and can technically be read in any order, you’ll want to save this one for the very end. You’ll thank me.

It’s a fantastic conclusion to an amazing, favorite series. Just when I think I couldn’t love the Briggs siblings more, we get Houston’s story and it’s everything I hoped it’d be. He’s kind, extremely generous, and ready to settle down, especially with his baseball career coming to an end. He has a huge problem not only professionally, but personally. He’s met two distinctly different women.

Darcy Paxton just rented the duplex next door and is the kind of down to earth, thoughtful, easy to share with woman Houston’s always been searching for. Then there’s Tamlin Park, the voluptuous, spunky reporter determined to dig up a story on him. She’s his arch enemy until he gets to know her better and then finds himself attracted to her as well. What’s he to do? He doesn’t want to hurt either one or be “that guy.” Darcy though is hiding a secret. Will Houston figure it out in time?

I loved, loved, loved this book! It’s the perfect love triangle that will satisfy even the biggest detractors. I adored both women and wondered how it would all work out. All I’ll say is I enjoyed so much how the author pulled it off. This book has the most swoony kisses, so much romantic tension, lots of humor and witty banter, surprising, twisty moments, the most heartwarming little league baseball interactions, and cameos from beloved characters including The Wonder Boys!

This is definitely one story you don’t want to miss. A 10/10! I’m going to really miss these guys, but I have a feeling we might be seeing them again. In the meantime, I’ll love going back and reading the previous books in the series now that Houston’s secrets have been spilled. Highest of recommendations for this book and the whole series. I received an advanced complimentary copy from the author. All opinions are my own and voluntarily provided.… (mehr)

Every book Dana LeCheminant writes becomes a new favorite & Crossing the Brooklyn Briggs is no exception. It’s a friends/enemies to lovers, brother’s best friend, forced proximity, sweet romcom that’ll leave you desperately wanting to see these characters again. The swoon worthy romance, all those purposeful glances & brushing of hands (cue the “Darcy flex”), and the cute, funny banter made this an irresistible read. There’s also a heartfelt storyline of second chances and coming back after a betrayal.

Brooklyn’s a science teacher but really wants to be back in the lab. She’s had bad luck with men, but hopes the hot male science teacher she’s competing with for STEM Teacher of the Year may be the answer. When her brother’s best friend Jordan literally falls back into her life, her luck may have just changed.

Jordan has always been attracted to Brooklyn, but because she’s his best friend’s sister, she’s been off limits. When an accident gives Brooklyn a concussion, Jordan’s there to take care of her. But, something’s off. Brooklyn isn’t the vibrant, confident, ready to prank woman she used to be. Can he inspire Brooklyn to find her old self again all the while hiding his true feelings, especially with his messy past?

I loved Jordan and Brooklyn! Their chemistry was amazing. From Brooklyn’s texting fiascos (which I personally relate to a little too much) and experiments to Jordan’s mad chef skills and flirting lessons, this book kept me laughing, swooning, and anxiously anticipating each page. I loved the way Jordan calls Brooklyn “Queen” and his misnaming of the guy she has a crush on. I loved Brooklyn’s “experiments” to see if Jordan likes her.

This series is a must read! Each book has been an absolute favorite. I love all the Briggs siblings and their path to love. It’s unique in that each book can be read as a standalone and in any order. They all share one particular moment in common. Now I’m dying to read Houston’s story! I received an advanced complimentary copy from the author. All opinions are my own and voluntarily provided.… (mehr)

The Chad Next Door may be my favorite Dana LeCheminant book! It’s the age gap, swoony, hilarious, grump next door romance I’ve been dying to read!

Chad Briggs’s a PI who’s on vacation at Laketown after suffering a broken heart. When a perky, young, beautiful neighbor moves in next door with two kids, he fights every protective instinct to rush to their rescue, especially when wolverines/badgers, mountain lions, & snowstorms threaten at every turn. Does he resist? Ummm, no. And that’s what makes this so much fun.

Hope’s the embodiment of her name. She’s the best example of a female golden retriever character I’ve ever seen. Despite her sister’s death & suddenly becoming a mom to two precocious young kids, she rolls with it. When her deliciously handsome, grumpy neighbor rescues her from her own mishaps, she can’t help falling in love.

Their whirlwind romance was absolutely believable. I loved the cute nicknames, heartfelt romance, & seeing Chad open up & give his heart. Also loved the hint of mystery at the end.

The romantic tension is off the charts! All those sigh worthy kisses. I also loved the way Chad interacts with Zelda & Link & his cute dog Duke. I definitely fell in love with this little family in the making.

Loved seeing all the Briggs siblings again. I enjoy the way their stories overlap. While each book can be read as a standalone, I love how that one scene in each book means so much. I’m also hoping for Hank’s story. This mysterious writer needs a book!

The age gap was so well done & is its own funny joke throughout. I seriously can’t say enough about how much I loved this book. If you enjoy clean, funny, grumpy/sunshine, age gap romances, this is a must read! I received an advanced complimentary copy from the author. All opinions are my own and voluntarily provided.… (mehr)